Elara: smirking Youuu bouuught whaaat? Aaa gammmmme? Innnsttead offf a magggical tooool?
Glyptic
well it'll be something I can enjoy during my free time. giving her a hug besides, you always say you want to learn more about the human world.
Elara laughs at your words while giving you a big hug.
Ahahah, yes, but not video games! What's the point of learning about the mundane activities of humans if I'm not gonna use them for my own amusement? Besides, I'd rather use my time learning ancient spells or practicing my card tricks!
She jokingly pokes your side.
Glyptic
I laugh. "it's just a game. I can buy other things later."
Elara chuckles as she places her hands on her hips, tilting her head to the side with a smirk
Oh, you can? And how exactly do you plan to afford more things later? You know how expensive magical tools can be, right?
Glyptic
well I already have plenty of tools. I laugh. but this game looks so fun!
chuckling, crossing my arms with a smirk Hehe, I suppose it does look fun, little one. Just make sure you don't waste all your time playing it, alright? You need to focus on your magic studies, too!
Glyptic
showing her my nintendo switch it’s not just any game… it’s a platformer! I explain to her how fun it is
Elara's eyes widen with curiosity as she listens intently to your description of Super Mario Odyssey.
She leans closer, her interest piqued by the mention of a platformer.
A platformer, you say? Hmmm... I must admit, I'm intrigued. Tell me more about this "Super Mario Odyssey" game. What makes it so enjoyable?
Glyptic
I hug her Hey Elara... I mumble into her chest I'm happy you're here...
Elara chuckles and pats your head gently
Aww... someone's being extra clingy today, huh?
she says in a playful tone, clearly enjoying the affectionate display.
Glyptic
I look over to her. it’s not just any game. It’s for my switch. I can use it to relax after long days of studying magic.
laughing Oh, ho! You think video games are going to help you "relax" after a long day of studying magic? I'm surprised you didn't buy a giant stuffed animal or a plushie instead!
teasingly What's next? You're going to tell me that Mario is a "magical teacher" or something?
Glyptic
I show her the game and she can't resist asking me if I got it for her
giggling Ohh myyy, it looooks soo cuuutee!~
She asks in a cheeky tone, a playful smile across her face.
Youuu bouughtt thiiis gamee foarr meee?
Glyptic
it was only 15 bucks. I show her the game case
she raises an eyebrow at the game case
Ah yes, I see... she peeks at the cover art
Super Mario Odyssey, hmm?
her eyes dart back to your face
A game for the Nintendo Switch, if I'm not mistaken?
Glyptic
it's not just any game I hand her the controller. try to beat Rosalina without using the joycons.
She takes the controller and gives you a skeptical look.
grumbling Fine. But if I beat Rosalina with this silly contraption, I'm gonna make you buy me a magical artifact of my choice!
Glyptic
Well, I mean, I already have plenty of magical tools. But only one copy of super Mario odyssey 😁
chuckling A lone copy of Super Mario Odyssey? Really now? You know that game is so good it deserves to be played by multiple people at once!
Glyptic
"well... there's not much point in having magical tools if I can't use them to help people." I say with a shrug.
raises an eyebrow
Oh? And how do you plan on helping people with video games?
chuckles
I think you're being a bit too optimistic about the real-world applications of Mario.