TEST DRIVE: February

[empevents]

— TEST DRIVE: FEBRUARY —

Welcome to empatheias' test drive meme. This test drive is to help interested players test their characters in the game's environment. We've included a few prompts that incorporate specific elements of the game, though you'll find all of them have a lot of leeway for players to get as creative as necessary. Before diving in, here are a few things we'd like to remind everyone about the game in general:

• Date reminders. Reserves open 25 January and Applications (Canon | OC) open a week later on February 1st. Apps will only be open for four days!
  
  
• OC Reminder! Just a quick reminder that original characters are allowed. Those interested can also use the test drive. OCs do not need to be reserved.
  
  
• Emotions are key! Empatheias' premise focuses on how anyone's emotions can affect their environment, be it big or small. While not every emotion will cause a reaction, significant ones definitely will. How much effect a character will have will ultimately be up to you, the player. Also, while we're giving a lot of leeway for the test drive, keep in mind that there will be some limits in the actual game.
  
  
• Everyone has an amulet. All characters have a unique amulet that is specialized for them. It will contain all of their emotion drops and it serves as the network device. Remember, communication is telepathic. Otherwise, it works basically the same.
  
  
• Assume the character is already in the game. Because "OMG WHERE AM I IS THIS REAL LIFE" threads aren't going to be very helpful in this test drive! Plus, those are going to happen in-game, anyway. So to make things easier, just assume that they've been around at least a week or so. Still learning the ropes, but not a complete "first day" experience.
  
  
• First or third person allowed. Your threads can be in either first or third, but we'd advise being flexible about it. Remember, these threads can also be used in your application for samples! Reminder: We only require one sample and it can be done in either format. We have also made a change to our sample requirements, so look over the Applications page!
  
  
• Transfer to in-game. If accepted, you can assume threads made on the Test Drive happen in-game if the scenario can reasonably fit. For new characters, these threads do not count for activity check. However, these can be supplementary threads for players already in-game.
  
  
  Now with that out of the way, here are some prompts you guys can work from!
  
  
  PROMPTS
  
  
  • Prompt A: How about giving the emotions a try?
  
  • Prompt B: Refer to the Task Board and choose a task your character may be interested in taking up. For this prompt, you could have your character ask for help, already be in the middle of the job, or react to it in some way. Perhaps they were an unfortunate victim or want to create a job countering an existing one. You could even have a prompt making a job request. Creating jobs for the purpose of the test drive is absolutely doable.
  
  • Prompt C: How about giving the amulets a go? Start a telepathic conversation and see how it works. Remember, the amulets are sending out the owner's thoughts so might want to be careful about how the stream of consciousness goes...
  
  • Prompt D: Years ago, there was a short lived collectible card game fad in Verens called Magical Arehtei EX, combining Empatheias lore, the Arehtei and a convoluted rulebook to bring joy and confusion to Otherworlders and locals alike (the convoluted rulebook might be a reason why it fell out of fashion). And the brains behind it have decided now's the perfect time to relaunch it, both bringing back the card game itself, as well as a bunch of merchandise to go with it since even if the card game's confusing, maybe people will buy cool looking toys of the Arehtei and other various fantastic creatures (most of which are basically two or more animals combined together such as a sharkraffe or crabbear).
  

  1. The Gathering: Like before, there will be demos of the game in the city's parks. Anyone around will be invited to try out the game with a partner. Marvel at the artwork, stare in confusion at the still confusing rulebook (simplifying things was not part of the relaunch), or just do whatever with the cards. The event runners want this to be a success so they're not going to frown on people for making up their own rules (it's possible they don't understand the rules either). So long as people are enjoying the game, it'll get people to buy cards and assorted trinkets or so they hope. Either way, emotions are sure to be all over the place as people try to figure this one out!
     
  2. Bug Catcher 1, 2, 3: As mentioned there are toys of the various creatures in the card game (with some artistic liberties taken to make sure the Arehtei aren't going to file suit about their likenesses used). And they've even partnered with a reputable Verens toy company, responsible for such hits as the FeelSpring and other toys from the city's past that had a habit of coming to life. And this is no exception as the toy creatures are now running amok through the city! Instead of being asked to continue playing cards, Otherworlders will be given nets and asked to go collect the wayward toys from all around the city.
     
  3. Pedometer GO: Once all the figures are collected, the event organizers realize they have a way bigger hit on their hands than their weird card game, releasing the creatures into the park again and branding it as their newest hit, Magical Arehtei EX Go! As in go out there and get them. Otherworlders will be paired into groups of two and given a time limit to recover as many of the toys roaming the park as possible and trade them in for fabulous prizes! Which turn out to be a bunch of unsold cards from the relaunch.
     

  
  
  
  • Prompt E: Arumon, a renowned keychain designer, has promised the public that he plans on releasing one more design before he retires for good. If anyone hasn't heard of him until recently, it's because he made that promise 3 years ago, and most of the public has either forgotten about him or just accepted the fact that the final keychain design is never going to be released. Now, after years of delays and being side tracked with other projects (he's also a zipper designer!), he's finally ready to unveil the ultimate keychain! Naturally, the hype train has started to pick up at full-pace again, making this an event not to be missed. All accessory enthusiasts as well as security detail have been invited to the keychain museum, where Arumon's final keychain design is going to be unveiled at 9 o'clock. Are you HYPED?!
  

  1. Passion: Although it's called a keychain museum, tonight it serves more as an event function, encouraging all guests to mingle with one another. Aside from having Arumon's previous keychains on display, there are also free snacks and drinks being served, as well as merchandise shops or even stations where one can create their own keychain using various arts and crafts. Those who arrive will also receive a free random keychain of their own - did you get one that you like? If not, trading with each other is encouraged! And that's not even the best part... the keychains are infused with special crystals, which supposedly act as a compass to your heart. If someone is at the party who is destined to be your friend (or more?), your respective keychains will react to each other by glowing. This is not scientifically proven and the glowing might just be the cause of something else... but hey, who doesn't believe in friendship?
     
  2. Face My Fears: Later in the evening, an unfortunate side effect is discovered from having all of these keychains infused with emotion crystals. Anyone who harbours any negativity in their hearts, be it malicious or the more personal kind (fear, anxiety, sadness, etc), that negativity is fed into the crystal of everyone's keychains. The more the negativity festers, it in turn begins to affect their owners, influencing their behaviour in an even more negative way. Eventually, some crystals become so full that they start to come to life on their own, which results in pet-sized shadow creatures running amok. They're not strong on their own, but a group of them can make them very dangerous! Only those who don't have malice in their hearts can defeat them - if someone doesn't fit the criteria, their options are to either run or hope someone with a good heart helps them.
     
  3. Don’t Think Twice: With the shadow creatures largely dealt with, it's now time to unveil Arumon's final keychain! It's been a long wait, with many years of speculating what it could look like. The crowd couldn't be more ready! Unfortunately, the shadow creatures have spooked Arumon's confidence in his design, not to mention it's infused with the same type of crystal as the one that feeds on negative energy. He can't in good conscience release this to the public, which means he just announced there is going to be another delay. Naturally, the crowd feels cheated and disappointed for letting themselves get hyped up over a keychain. The whole function now starts generating negative energy, which is all being channeled into the box that contains Arumon's final keychain. Anyone who realizes the real danger here is quickly called to the stage and put on a different show for the crowd. Can you dance? Tell jokes? Put on a two-man improv show? Anything will do as long as it keeps the negativity in check! And should you fail? A large shadow creature emerges from Arumon's box... it looks like his final keychain has taken on the form of a boss battle! Once again, rely on those who have good hearts if you plan on fighting it!
     

  
  
  
  • Prompt F: Yet another unusual craze is sweeping over the city of Verens this month, spawning from a popular play that has taken Theasthai by storm. It involves blindfolding oneself and trying to accomplish everyday tasks successfully, and, as usual, people are getting carried away with the idea, creating entire events and gatherings around the phenomenon as its popularity grows and spreads. Known colloquially as “The Puzzle Box Challenge”, everyone seems to be getting in on some of the action, whether that’s participating, or attempting to stop others from getting themselves killed stupidly. After all, this has the Enforcers quite concerned! Which side of the line will you fall on?
  

  1. Password, Please: In the city park, Puzzle Box Challengers have gathered to play an unusual game. Participants are, of course, blindfolded, and are then led at random around the crowded park by event organizers to stand somewhere well away from where they entered and told a secret codeword. Once the bell sounds, participants must find the one other person in the park who has the same codeword as them. Only then can they remove their blindfolds! To make this a bit more difficult, however, participants are only allowed to whisper. Move about carefully, find your partner, and win the game!
     
  2. Anything You Can Do: Certain groups of Puzzle Box Challengers have formed rivalries with one another and are mostly concerned with one-upmanship, to the point of putting themselves in extreme danger. At their next public demonstration of superiority, one group plans to fly an airship while blindfolded, while the other group is aiming to build a barn while blindfolded. Both ideas are ill-advised, of course, and the Enforcers plan to try and stop them, and in response, both groups are recruiting new members to help them complete their task efficiently. Where will you end up? Helping one of the rival groups, or putting a stop to all this nonsense with the Enforcers?
     
  3. Senseless: Yet another extreme group of Puzzle Box Challengers have decided that blindfolds alone are not enough. The real PBC endgame is wearing a blindfold and earmuffs at the same time. Of course, most people aren’t crazy enough to try this without some incentive, so the group is offering a thousand sylvs to anyone who spends a day with both their ears and their eyes covered. And it won’t count if you just stay home, either. Get out there, go grocery shopping, trip over everything and most of all, have fun! Assuming you don’t get yourself killed, anyway.
     

  
  
  
  
  • Prompt G: Make your own! It could include a baseball cap and/or getting the wrong order at a restaurant.
  
  
  For your threads, put the Character Name and the Canon in the subject line to help readily identify them. You're also welcome to use more than one prompt for respondents to choose from. If you have any questions or want to brush up on the game information, refer to the Game Information entry. Otherwise, tag around and have fun!

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Eizen | Tales of Berseria

[tailsneverfails]

[ C ]

I never knew a world like this could have so much information, so much... history.

[ he didn't mean to let everyone hear his thoughts, but look who found the library right away. If anyone else is at the library feel free to say hi, he'll be the weird pirate sitting at a table with so many books and a bottle of alcohol sitting at his side. ]

[ D2 ]

[ Armed with a big net and determination, a big bulking man set out on his journey to catch them all as the kids say these days. (Who said you had to be 10 to start your journey...) One of the locals seemed so frantic to get help collecting these toys, and at first Eizen wasn't interested. They were just children's toys, right? But then one of them caught his eye as it disappeared around the corner, heading to the park perhaps..? Eizen wasn't going to let the beetle looking toy get away that easily! His pride as a pirate was on the line now!

He wasn't paying attention when he rounded the corner because with one swift movement his net goes down quickly, catching the next person there, or perhaps even hitting them in the head if his aim was off. ]



[ E1 ]

[ It seemed like everyone was who was anyone was completely into these keychains. They weren't all that exciting to Eizen, but he had to admit some of them had pretty interesting designs. What really dragged him out to this place was the fact that they were all being displayed in a museum. If they were that important to show off, he wanted to learn all he could about them. How old they were, how long has this been going on, what made them so special, anything that would catch the eye of a collector.

His very own keychain that they handed to him was shaped like dragon wings... how odd. But ever since he came into this place they were glowing a dark red color. Even odder... With a brightly glowing keychain danging from his fingers, He found himself reading up on all the keychains in the exhibit.

A. If you are spiritually aware of spiritual creatures of any kind, you'll probably be able to see him studying these keychains with great interest.

B. If you have a small bit of spiritual awareness, guess what, you can probably see this glowing keychain just floating around like a ghost is possessing it, and maybe even hear a voice sounding rather interested.

C. If you don't have any awareness, unfortunately you wouldn't be able to see this man, but you might bump right into him and think you tripped on air... how strange, right?? ]


[ E3 ]

[ Oh hell yes, this museum comes with history and a boss battle? Eizen is so damn in! He pushes his sleeves up to get ready to pound this dark creature in the face. Honestly he should fear its malevolence, but when did he care about protecting himself like that? He wouldn't run away from a battle and he wouldn't let this creature hold back his life!

That's when he gets yanked onto the stage with a loud yelp and a bit of complaining. "What the hell?? Let go of me! Where are we--"]

You want me to do what now? [ The most deadpanned face. ]


[ Wildcard: ]

[ If anyone is hanging out by the lake, they'll notice a small little boat sitting in the middle of it. One might mistake it as a boat that got away, or one that someone just up and left. There were oars inside and and honestly it looked just peaceful.

That is until you look at this big man with a frustrated look on his face. The boat belonged to him... or rather he rented it out for the day and it got away from him. No, not got away, it was taken away by huge strands of seaweed wrapped around the whole boat. HOW DID SEA WEED EVEN GET INTO THE LAKE??!

Eizen wasn't going to just let nature win this round. He came prepared. Sitting on a large rock, Eizen was blowing up an assortment of tubes and floaties. Anything and everything he could get his hands on. ]


[ooc: Eizen is known as a being called a Malak. Malak's are elemental beings that normally can't be seen by humans unless they have a great awareness of spiritual like power. I'll let you be the judge of if your character can see him, hear him, or notice things floating because of him. Strong enough energy would be able to see him completely, maybe if your awareness is a little bit, you'd be able to hear him, maybe even see something fuzzy.

Also I since this is TDM, if you would like to assume he is aligned to your alignment, feel free to! ]

D2

[untwisted]

[Is "half-elf" not-human enough? It can be right now.

Martel had been making her way to the event because the mention of Arehtei cards had caught her attention. Somebody had mentioned losing one to her recently, and far be it from her to not go ridiculously out of her way to help another person.

She was just nearing the end of a block when suddenly a net came flying over her head and around her shoulders. She froze in her tracks and let out a short, high-pitched noise of surprise.]

Eee-!

[Momentarily dazed, she tried to grab the netting around her, but it was making it very awkward to move her arms..]

H-Huh...?

Chibiusa | Sailor Moon

[smallxlady]

D3

[ A good way to make friends is to find an event that pairs her up with potentially complete strangers (though she certainly wouldn't protest a friend). To Chibiusa this particular game had seemed like it would be a lot of fun and it came with a prize. So here she is with a net in hand, waiting with her partner for the round to start.

The girl smiles over at her ally. ]

If we work together, we'll definitely catch a lot.

E1

[ A. Being a new arrival doesn't mean that Chibiusa isn't excited to see the reveal of this "years-in-the-making" keychain. Plus she can take the opportunity to look at all of the others that have come before. Which is exactly what the girl is doing, moving from one display to the next. Sometimes it means having to dodge around around older and taller individuals while trying to be careful not to bump into them. Though she may brush against someone on accident. ]

Sorry!

[ B. Or it could be that her new bunny-shaped keychain starts to glow when she gets near someone. Another glow catches her eye from afar and Chibiusa closes the distance, looking up at the other individual. She holds up her pink-lit keychain and smiles. ]

They look pretty all lit up, don't they?

E2

[ Everyone probably harbors a little bit of negativity in their heart but for the moment Chibiusa's doesn't. So when the shadow creatures start appearing, she isn't one girl who goes and hides from the danger. Instead, she seeks a hidden spot only long enough to transform into Sailor Chibi Moon.

There's no hint of hesitation when she places herself between a small group of shadows and a few natives. ]

These people came here to celebrate, not be frightened away by shadows!

F3

[ She'd been interested in the Puzzle Box Challenge and even participated in the game that had taken place earlier. Now the group has offered money for taking the game up a notch and while Chibiusa didn't neccessarily need it, she did want to earn something for herself. Granted, she helps Usagi out with her Wedding and party business but the girl wants to save up for something special for her future mom.

Wearing a blindfold and earmuffs is a little extreme but Chibiusa had made sure she told everyone in the house that she was going to do it with some help from her cat Diana. This way they don't accidentally ruin her work.

This is why the girl is moving through town, running a few errands like picking up flowers. Her gray kitten is perched on top of her head as usual, though has been directing her through subtle movements. Chibiusa's pace is slow and careful but so far she hasn't bumped into much thanks to Diana.

She approaches a flower shop door and stops, one hand blindly reaching out for the handle. And accidentally grabs hold of someone instead. ]

Oh! I'm sorry. I didn't realize anyone was there.

[ Of course it'll be hard to hear anything they might say with those earmuffs on. ]

Wildcard

[ Choose your own adventure! ]

e1 (b)

[greetandeat]

[Oh, and Siren's (Or is it Reiko Aya here... identities... identities). Either way, she's wearing civilian clothes so all's good. Her fish-shap key chain glows as well, the sapphire stone glitters the most, as Chibiusa's chain glows. Siren seems very pleasant of the results. Amazing, even in different worlds, she can befriend.

They do.

[She holds up her's as well, smiling happily.]

It's so beautiful.

[She smiles to herself, planting a palm on her cheek just embracing this day.]

Blue Oak | Pokémon HGSS

[blueser]

B. Task GT0103 - where's Misty when you need her

Huh? Talk to fish? ...Well, I don't know who can do something like that...

[Blue's frown curls into a smirk, reaching behind him to unclip a Pokéball from his belt.] But, I got a Super Rod and a pal that can! Alright, who else's up for some Surfing?


D. hey kid check out my first edition holographic Charizard

What the Furret is a "sharkraffe"? [Complains a very skeptical-looking Blue, eyes narrowed as he flips front and back of one of the cards he's recieved in this so-called "booster pack" he got talked into buying. Well, it has a long neck and a lot of teeth, apparently... And that's just one of the weird creatures amongst the stack he's got.]

Looks like some little kid's idea of making up a fantasy Pokémon. No real creatures look like that.

[Beside him, a seemingly sentient palm tree with legs nods all 3 of its coconut-heads and chitters in agreement. Simply ridiculous.]


G. IT HAD TO BE A BASEBALL CAP, HUH, MODS

[On the bustling street in the Market Square, something has stopped Blue dead in his tracks in front of a mens clothing and accessory store. A display of hats sits prominently in the front, and he's fixated on one in particular.]

[It's red and white. It didn't have quite the same design-- no... of course it wouldn't, Pokéballs didn't exist in this world. And yet, with that round shape on the front, it looked almost exactly like...]

[Eevee, the vulpine-like creature hanging over Blue's shoulder, perks up its long ears as it notices a passerby, and calls out to you--] Vuu vuii? [Hey, you. Come and distract his trainer out of his angsty stupor, will you?]

G

[dragonshores]

[Spyro, and Sparx by association, is the type to mind his business until somebody makes their business his. It just so happens that as Blue becomes enmeshed in a display of hats, the dragon and his pal are cruising by with a purpose. When Eevee calls out to him, Spyro's first reaction is to refuse to involve himself. Who does this creature think he is, giving strangers directions? But then he wonders if ignoring this guy and his human might cause a problem down the line, and it's much more sensible to solve a problem sooner rather than let that problem blow up down the line.

So it is with a sigh and soft puff of smoke through his nostrils that Spyro, with Sparx, approaches Blue from opposite the shop's window.]

Uh... Hey.

Helios | Sailor Moon

[helisyon]

[ D1 ]
[Helios had been quite stupefied by the card game, but had also found it charming and actually fun nonetheless as he had never experienced such a thing before. After pouring over the rulebook and studying the cards, Helios is about to put a card in play when SUDDENLY TOYS. And now he's joined the effort to try and capture these strange things.

However, although he could just run around, why do that when you can just transform into a Pegasus and fly around trying to capture the things that way? So don't mind a flying horse suddenly swoop in to try and slam a net over a toy—only to have it miss and he...nets someone over the head instead.

Oh dear.]

Ah, my apologies! This is a little more difficult than I expected— One moment—

[And he'll try to remove the net as quickly as possible, but that may not be the best course of action, either.]


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[ E1 ]
[The keychains are just fascinating! He actually can't help but marvel at their designs, his own looking like a pair of wings around a gold star. He can't really complain about that and there is a bright, yellow aura around him as he makes his way through the museum, his curiosity and admiration making him shine a bit. Given what's to come, it's probably a good thing his keychain is getting fueled by these more positive emotions.

But at some point he'll notice his keychain glowing along with this feeling of being drawn towards someone. Not unfamiliar with the sensation, he just allows himself to follow the sensation, and upon reaching a person, he gives a warm smile.]

It would appear that my keychain led me to you. I am Helios, it's a pleasure to make your acquaintance.

[He follows his polite greeting with a bow of his head, warmth just continually radiating from his being. He knows not who this new person is, but ever since arriving he's enjoyed meeting new people and hope they won't mind his sudden greeting.]


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[ E2 ]
[When the strange heartless shadow creatures begin to attack, Helios is quick to stand firm. Unfortunately he's not a fighter, but that doesn't stop him from trying to offer his own wards and prayers for support.]

Quickly, this way!

[And if someone is having trouble, Helios will try to reach them to guide them to safety, even transforming into Pegasus if necessary. So if you want a ride on a flying horse, totally an option.]

D1

[smallxlady]

[ They must have both been going for the same toy because one minute Chibiusa is about to bring her net down on it only to find herself trapped by someone else's. She hadn't even noticed anyone come up behind her so don't mind the small squeak in surprise.

It's the familiar voice that has Chibiusa spinning towards him, which isn't really going to help Helios get the net off of her as it tangles more around her body. A light blush spreads across her face and pink heart bubbles form above her head. ]

Helios!

[ Still, she laughs lightly and attempts to help him free her from the net. ]

Maybe we should work together to catch the toys next time.

Bedivere | Fate/Grand Order

[holyswordarm]

[B, job GT0102]

[Surviving a night out in the woods with just a sleeping bag and a can of beans? Please. Bedivere could do that with two hands tied behind his back, even when he was alive. And, since he's still new, he'd gladly take some easy money to line his pockets until he has a much better income.

So, as the sun sets, Bedivere wanders out into the woods with a rolled-up sleeping bag slung over his back and a can of beans in his free hand. He's wearing winter clothes rather than his armor for this; he can call upon it when he needs it, after all.

Are you someone who went for a walk in the woods and found him? Or perhaps you're his partner for this job? You decide!]

[C]

I have a question, if you wouldn't mind indulging my curiosity. What tales do you know of knights and their lieges?

[Bedivere is curious to see how many people are familiar with the legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. However, if anyone knows any others, he's perfectly happy to listen to those, too!]

[E-3]

Stand back! Get away from here, quickly and safely! I'll handle this!

[As soon as the big shadow beast emerged, Bedivere had run toward the front of the crowd. The situation is too urgent to avoid drawing attention, so he summons up his armor and his sword right on the spot, replacing the dress shirt and pants he had worn to the exhibition. With the change in clothing, another interesting fact about Bedivere becomes clear -- his right arm is artificial. It looks like it's been forged from pure silver. And it's in that hand that he holds his sword.

It's hard to say whether he could handle this thing alone. Feel free to give him a hand if you're able! Or just watch from a safe distance.]

B

[wildcardace]

[ Surviving in the wilderness isn't a new notion to Ace, surviving with barely anything is just as fine. There have been times when all fourteen of his Class had to do more with less. So when the task had gone up on the board, he'd signed up for it without hesitation. The only reason he has a sleeping bag is because it is rather cold out and he wouldn't want to sleep on the freezing ground without it.

Trekking towards the camp spot isn't much of a chore but when he spots someone through the trees, he moves through them to get closer to the other individual. ]

Are you doing the survival task as well?

[ Despite his young appearance, Ace doesn't seem worried about this situation. ]

Ace | Final Fantasy Type-0

[wildcardace]

C

[ Ace has experience using the crystals to talk as he's been here once before. So he doesn't struggle with it too much now that he's returned. Today the teen opts for voice instead of an image or text. ]

Does anyone know how to keep your brother and roommate from over running the apartment with books? It isn't too bad yet but I fear that one of us is going to end up trapped beneath a fallen stack if he keeps collecting them.

D1

[ Card games - that is right up Ace's alley so he's decided to check out this one. While the cards themselves are pretty nice, he has the rulebook open and is trying to figure out these weird rules. The more he reads, the deeper his frown gets.

When he speaks up, it's mostly to himself but loud enough to be heard by anyone standing nearby. ]

These rules don't make any sense. They say one thing and then a few pages later, it contradicts itself. Who even wrote this thing?

[ Not even Trey or Queen could make sense of these ridiculous rules and he's sure that his older brother will try. ]

E3

[ Even though Ace may have some negativity in his heart, he's been pulled up on stage in an attempt to calm the crowd before their emotions summon a shadow creature from the new keychain. W e l p, he stands there awkwardly for a long moment - uncertain of what to do.

He can fight monsters, he can give his life but calming a crowd? Ace did calm his siblings once when they were all upset and right now that's the only thing he can think to do. So he opens his mouth to sing: ]

Walk on wandering souls
For your respite we pray
Let our humble song clear your hearts of dismay
Rekindle the flame in your souls and set you free
So walk on and become the light that guides the way

[ For Ace this seems an appropriate song choice for the situation, not to mention it's the first one that always comes to mind. ]

Wildcard

[ Perhaps someone will find Ace hanging around Izana's chocobo or even with Machina's sand phoenix. Machina's bird loves him most. ]

C

[tailsneverfails]

What sort of books?

[ Because clearly that's what was most important here. ]

Cloud Strife | Final Fantasy VII

[actuallyadork]

D-3
[Collecting toys doesn't seem too hard. With a partner it should go by even faster. It's like collecting the 1/35 Toy Soldier back home even if Cloud never collected all 12 of them. These toys were unique in that they were roaming around like strange little robots. It should be easy to collect them...]

We need a bag. [Or two.

If he manages to collect enough toys, and receives a prize... they're going to be handed to the first person who wants them even if Cloud secretly wants to keep them. They look interesting, but he's an adult.]

Here. Don't want them.


E-1
[The keychain collection is both impressive and really confusing for Cloud. What was the point of all this? Did someone really go out of their way to do this? He's not one to judge hobbies, but...

At least he's gotten a keychain out of it that looks rather like a chocobo feather. He'll take it and be happy with it until it starts glowing. Was there a light in it? Cloud looks around to see if anyone else has a glowing one or if his is just a little more special.]


F-1
[Whisper. All Cloud is allowed to do is whisper and hope he finds the other person with the codeword before this being blindfolded thing makes him go crazy. It's not fun to walk around without knowing if he was about to run into someone, or worse, off a cliff or something. He carefully feels around and hopes he doesn't grab something he shouldn't if someone is indeed bumped into. At least he won't apologize unless he has to because there are risks to this game being played, so getting right to the point.]

Codeword?


Wildcard
[Hit me with your best shot!]

E-1

[luxoraculi]

[ It's no big secret that Lunafreya enjoys cute things -- she'd spent twelve years sending notes back and forth with Noctis, decorating each page with cute little stickers. Different things like Chocobos, Cactuars, Moogles... hearts and rainbows and everything adorable under the sun. So this keychain thing is right up her alley -- if Noctis wasn't busy at work today, she may have asked him to come along with her, but alas.

She's been given a keychain, one in the shape of a little white dog. It glows faintly, though she's not particularly paying attention to it. She's busy looking at all the displays, the various shapes and sizes of each little keychain and she's half wondering if there is a gift shop so that she can purchase one for each member of her household.

Except as she gets closer to Cloud, the keychain in her possession begins to glow brighter and brighter, and it's almost a little startling. She takes a moment to pause and look at it, and then up -- she's directly across from a guy who looks suspiciously like Prompto. ]

Oh, hello. It would seem that you also have a special keychain.

Hunk | Voltron: Legendary Defender

[lionroll]

D-2

Hunk had missed this card game fad by the time he had first appeared in Verens. Now that he's back and established once more, he is extremely hyped up about finding something new to sink his teeth into. What better than a ridiculously complicated card game about the Arehtei? The collectible toys are definitely not the main reason he's excited about this.

Running around the city with a sparky yellow butterfly net, Hunk is taking the job of capturing the toys quite seriously. You might catch him attempting to jump up, swinging the net, aiming for a precariously perched toy on the gutter of business. Or perhaps you've come across him on his hands and knees trying to gently coax one out from under a vendor's stall. Either way, Hunk is doing his best to get as many as he can.

D-3

If you thought Hunk was going to miss out on capturing more of the toys in the park for prizes, well, you clearly don't know him well enough. He is there, eagerly searching out a partner to join him on this part of the chase. When he spots someone standing off on their own, net in hand, he approaches them with a big, warm smile.

"Hey there, do you have a partner yet? I know they're gonna start this final hunt soon and I need a partner myself if you're looking for one!"


F-2


Hunk hadn't heard a whole lot about the Puzzle Box Challenge thanks to being busy at The Golden Afternoon, but as he made his way through the park one afternoon he was certainly about to learn what it was. Apparently one team was short a person, and suddenly Hunk found himself being integrated into a group of people and having a blindfold tied over his eyes. Trying to listen the directions was tricky thanks to his focus being on keeping an earthquake from starting. His emotional control was still not great, and he didn't want his nervousness freaking other people out.

So, assuming he looks like a complete idiot, Hunk stumbles forward with his arms out at the sound of the bell. With some very quiet whining, Hunk's fingers brush over what feels like a soft fabric. Keeping his voice to a whisper he "calls" out to what he hopes is the person he's supposed to be looking for.

"Hello... Are you the passcode person...?"

[justpastdawn]

"That depends," Kevin answers back in a whisper, "on what your passcode is."

Pat pat pat pat -- ah, Hunk's shoulder. Kevin clamps his hand on it gently, for sturdiness.

"Mine is -- definitely, definitely."

That's not the passcode Kevin was given for this at all. It is, however, the one he is using. Either the total strangers he meets will reject him for having a different code, or people he likes will recognize him instantly by his little verbal tic and they can all move on. He is up to some shit, you see, being an Enforcer in a crowd full of morons encouraging stupidity and all.

Roxanne Monroe | OC

[juvel]

B:

[ After hearing about this part of Verens culture, Roxanne wanted to check it out and maybe, just maybe, find something she'll be willing to do. She wasn't much of a fighter, or even a daring person, so she could be found in front of the task board itself. Her eyes scan the various papers with potential jobs. This sounds more her speed. One-time favors with no commitment like her part-time jobs. That Empanyaki restaurant gig has her attention, taking the paper in her hand to carefully read what it entails. ]

Oh, sorry. Am I in your way?

[ She asks, immediately stepping back even if the other person has yet to respond. Her curiosity however, causes her stare to linger at the other person a little too long, trying to deduce whatever she could. She'll stammer and blush softly if she gets caught, hiding half of her face with the paper still in her grasp ]

C:

Hello. To everyone who might be listening or hearing this? I-I'm sorry. Telepathy is just a really new thing for me... And uhm, right. The point. Is there a place to get more modern clothes here, by any chance? It could be a long shot, but it can't hurt to try. This place looks about two hundred and fifty years ago in my world, so I'm hoping it's not just leather boots and frills for me from now on... No internet and no electricity is already driving me crazy. Blah...

D-2:

[ Roxanne wasn't much of an outdoor person, but this city is fascinatingly surreal that she couldn't help but want to see every nook and cranny of Verens and imagine herself in a video game. Her intense immersion even makes an augmented-reality-like display show up around her personal space. She thought to visit the park today when she heard about this card game. The display pops like a bubble when she snaps out of her reverie. Seeing the people who were in the park, running around with nets and chasing some moving toys, Roxanne finds herself with question marks appearing over her head, matching her puzzled expression ]

What the hell...

[ She utters and sighs, with her exasperation getting interrupted as some local gave her a net to help out. She walked all the way here, she's stuck in a new world with no internet, and she's hungry for some tacos. She's in a weird mood.

A toy doll started running towards her at great speed, scuttling near her legs and making Roxanne jump out with a loud yelp. The doll kept running around her, trapping Roxanne in the same spot as she awkwardly tries to catch it with the net. But it's too fast! ]

Gah! No, don't get your dirt on my Turbos!

[ Referring to her brand new-looking, flashy pair of pink running sneakers. Which she's more concerned about apparently ]

E-1:

[ Roxanne has been attending gatherings like the one at the park and these more often, in hopes of meeting more people and build a circle of trust. This keychain making fits pretty close to her arts and crafts hobby, so she couldn't resist making one to kind of show off a little. The crystals look pretty nice, much like the ones she's wearing on her left wrist. Roxanne can be seen with her eyes glued to her keychain, holding it in front of her and watching the light within it pulsate. She only glances briefly to see where her keychain seems to be leading her, focusing on the crystal as she kept walking... into a wall. The collision was light, but it was enough to snap her out of her intense focus. Her shoulders slump, groaning at how silly this quest is. Roxanne rests her head on the wall with her crystal keychain still glowing ]

Hey Wall, it looks like it's just you and me... New world, same life.

G:

[ Finding a cute baseball cap in the store earlier, Roxanne couldn't help but be enamored by how it looks. She's not a big fan of hats in general, but it's cute design and perfect fit made her want to wear it proudly in the streets of Verens. Eventually, she'll see a store front with a mirror big and clear enough to see her own reflection. In her elation, Roxanne couldn't contain her good mood with a simple grin and poses in front of the glass. Even doing a silly move of turning around and back again with an equally goofy sound effect

Ka-chow!

[ Sparkles and a wink of light from her glasses added to the effect, distracting her from the fact that someone is nearby as she could now see on the mirror. A trembling gasp leaves her lips, causing Roxanne to pull her arms tightly to her chest in surprise and shame ]

I was just- Aha... I should go.

[ She nods frantically, pointing at the direction she was headed to ]

-----

[ Or come up with your own! Roxanne is a new character for me, so please be gentle. I have a permissions post for Roxanne and can be contacted for plotting, questions, and concerns via PM or in Plurk @ Oksy ]

B

[libraria]

[Alyce (OC) looks over to Roxanne when addressed. She herself is a petite child, no older than 14, and sees to be struggling with the task board. Not only is she too short to reach the tasks, but she is far too spoiled to take one herself.]

Not at all! Your timing is perfect, actually.

[The blue haired girl looks upwards, gesturing at the task board.]

I need for someone to finish one of these for me.

Lancer ! Cu Chulainn | Fate Zero/Stay Night

[redeyedbluehound]

(B)

[Oh, you need a group of people taken out? Sure, he can do that. He's done it before... although a few years ago. He defended Ulster, he could defend this place too. Even without a Master to guide him.]

Cobra Crew? Ha. This looks too easy.

(F)

[Cu likes high places, so he's probably up somewhere, watching people do stupid shit with blindfolds on. Look, he enjoys a rush and all, but this just... doesn't make sense, even to the hound of Culann. One of the blindfolded people is on the wrong track, coming near his perch, so he uses the blunt end of Gae Bolg to put them back the right way.]

What will they think of next... [/deadpan]

Wildcard

[Give him a prompt, he likes to fish, fight, and flirt.]

Wildcard and LET THE CONFUSION BEGIN :D

[lightofchaldea]

The nonsense that goes on within Chaldea aside, Ritsuka doesn't generally get hit on that often. Sure, she's plenty cute and all, but she doesn't go out of her way to dress snazzy or otherwise draw attention to herself. Not to mention all the practice she's gotten thanks to certain Servants at artfully evading problematic people and propositions. But it still happens on occasion, so the flirty remark isn't what surprises her as she warms her hands on a mug of some fancy hot tea concoction at a cafe. No, what surprises her is how familiar that voice sounds.

Needless to say, she turns around quite quickly, and sure enough, that's an awfully familiar face to go with that voice, too.

"Cu Chulainn?" she says before she can catch herself. A part of her mind is already realizing that if this was the one summoned to Chaldea, he probably wouldn't be addressing her like a stranger. But it'll take a moment for that part to catch up with her.

Az | OC

[grimlygrin]

[A]

[It's pretty comfortable over here, this little alcove near a cafe where he's chosen to sit. Picked up a coffee, the top of the cup overflowing with what looked like an excess of whipped cream and syrup. The air is noticeably warmer over here, the sunlight a little brighter. A few plants, once dried and brown from the cold, are vibrantly green again, a few slowly starting to flower.

And the source of this tiny little peek into spring?

Grim faced and heavily tattooed, smelling like ancient incense, with a lit cigarette dangling loosely out of thin, inked lips. Maybe just a touch jarring a juxtaposition.]

[E1]

[He's been quietly toying with his keychain for a little while now, occasionally looking from it to others in the room. For a time, he keeps to himself, apparently fine with strolling around the museum, until at length, someone might find a presence beside them.

Tall, lanky, his footsteps silent, it'd be easy to miss his approach.]

Pretty nice, aren't they?

[The voice a dull, soft, almost hypnotic monotone, there's a gesture at the keychain. Perhaps he just followed the glow here.]

Reiko Aya/Sailor Aluminum Siren | PGSM (anime)

[greetandeat]

[D1]

[Siren (or Reiko, identities identities), she is wearing her sailor suit, since everyone else seems to mistake her for a cosplayer at the moment. Siren is curious of this card event, everyone's emotions seems to burn so brightly, like a star...

Something something... But she isn't here to work. Then again, she isn't quite sure what happened before she arrived here. Oh well, minor details.]

Ah, so beautiful.

[She's looking at the displays, all the artwork, especially anything related to mermaids, fish, anything aquatic. And she has the rule book for the game! Maybe she can give it a shot.]

Excuse me. [She taps the person's shoulder lightly.] They assigned me as your partner. Let's try to have fun with this, okay?

[E1]

[Now as Reiko Aya, Reiko is scavenging the gift shops and food stands mostly. Yes, she's given a fish shape keychain with a sapphire as the fish eye. The trinket is adorable and well, she's a fan of fish. Even though there are better key displays, they don't seem to catch her attention as the one on her finger.]

Mm? Sho dis mmut mumuns like.

[(So this what humans like) She looks at some of the keychains displayed, while snacking on a pretzel.]

[E2]

[Oh dear, Reiko didn't expect a shadow creature event. The big shadow spills from her gem and takes form. Reiko stares dumbfounded.]

That's a big one...

[She continues to stare long enough to realize her bag of chips are snatched away.]

Hey! [Reiko puffs her cheek, fist up in front of her.] You know, I wouldn't mind sharing if you asked. That's plain theft.

[Meanwhile she doesn't realize quite yet, more shadow creatures are coming in closer.]

E1

[justonedate]

[Zack had been wanting on of those keychains that look like tiny swords but he seems to have been just a few minutes too late. He's stuck with a boring looking keychain in the shape of some sort of dog or wolf head with a sharp moonstone for an eye. Not bad. But not a sword-shaped keychain.

Nonetheless, free food and drink is always a good motivator to do some more mingling around.

Catching sight of a rather pretty looking lady he comes over with an amused expression.]

Sorry, what was that? I agree, the food's great here.

jiminy // kingdom hearts

[plotirrelevant]

[B GT0103]

[Maybe it's just a feature of his admittedly unusual homeworld, but Jiminy's never really had much of a problem conversing with other animals. Even fish, although they've never had much to say to him in return before, but who's to say the fish here aren't different? It's worth investigating, at least, and given it's his first time actually checking out the task board prior to his recent arrival, he's glad to find there's something he can actually potentially help with.

That said, he's wary enough to know that it's probably not a fantastic idea to be around fish entirely alone when he looks suspiciously like bait. He lingers around the task board for a while longer, dwelling on the matter before reaching a conclusion and whistling sharply to call down someone else standing nearby.]

Hey there! You wouldn't happen to be able to provide some quick, er, bodyguard services, wouldya? I'll owe ya one!

[ D1 ]

[Jiminy can't personally say he's overly-interested in card games of any sort, but naturally he's not about to miss out on at least seeing what all the fuss is about. That and the fact that he's heard more than enough talk of the convoluted rules in passing before, and he's not about to turn down what amounts to a challenge-- how hard can it be to figure out something that really ought to be simple?

But actually trying to tackle it takes... a while. Longer still because turning pages is a hassle and it isn't very long at all before he reflects that this may have, in fact, been a Mistake, but at this point it's more a matter of pride. And of principle, of course (what sort of chronicler can't make it through some lousy guidebook? A poorer one than him, that's for sure), so a solid hour or so later he's still working through it, doing his level best to figure out what on earth any of the rules actually mean.

Given he's positioned atop a rulebook lying open on a table-- and given he's not particularly noticeable at the best of times-- it's really only a matter of time until someone else decides to give the rules a glance over and picks the book up. He's experienced enough with (oft-unobservant) folks to keep his balance, of course, but that doesn't mean he appreciates the interruption anymore.]

Hey! Put it down! I'm still reading this!

[ D2 ]

[Of course, the whole affair becomes slightly more of a problem once the toys get loose. He can't do much to catch them, not really-- there was an attempt that ended rather poorly and he's certainly not about to try again-- but he thinks he's got enough of an eye for detail to still be of use, whether his aid is wanted or not.

To that extent, he bounces up to the nearest shoulder he can find in one well-aimed leap, rapping his umbrella sharply against the individual's neck to grab their attention and then pointing off to their left.]

You missed one! It's that way.

[Good luck shaking him off. He's annoyingly persistent.]

[ Wildcard ]

[Feel free to hit me up with any sort of prompt you can think up!]

D1

[givesnohyucks]

[Goofy hasn't exactly had the best experiences with cards. That he doesn't remember these experiences anymore may be for the best, because it allows him to consider playing Magical Arehtei EX with fresh enthusiasm. He played several rounds and failed so spectacularly at it that the managers are now forcing him to read the rules. He's banned from competing until he's read through that whole book. OOF.

Being his usual self, he doesn't notice the tiny crickety presence atop the book until he's already lifted it up from the table.]

Whoah- Sorry, I didn't mean ta- [...] Jiminy?

Atalante | Fate/Grand Order

[nyantalante]

D3

[Though Atalante may not look the type, being aloof and all, she joined this chase for the children's sake. Armed with a net and a bag, she's venture out with the goal to collect as many as the roaming toys she can and win the prize. Which should be easy. As an Archer, she's got a sharp eye for detail- this should be easy. And add in a partner, this should be over quick. Her ear twitched as she caught movement in her eyes- some sort of crabbear creature thing...? She's not going to let it escape her sight! With one swift movement, she leaps and swings her net down. Or, she may be barking orders at her partner, pointing her finger at their right.]

You missed! It's over there!

[She's taking this a tad seriously.

But, once she's collected enough toys and received the prizes, they'll be handed to the kids who she intended these for. The artworks are admittedly beautiful to look at, but she's no use for them. Even if she has the inkling to keep one for prosperity.]

E1

[She doesn't get the crowd's excitement over the keychains. Sure some of the keychains design in the collection is interesting or quite exquisitely made, she'll admit that much, but nothing to go crazy over. She's not on board the hype train. However, she can tell the collection are important if they're being displayed like so.

She's got a keychain of her own- an apple-shaped one covered in glistening gold... which has her frowning at first. Still, she'll keep it dangling around her fingers as she moves from one display to the next. Until her apple-shaped keychain starting to glow. Odd. She stops in her track and brings it up to her face as she examines it before looking around. Does anyone else have theirs glowing, too? Or is it just hers being special...]

E3

[Atalante senses the danger, ears twitching in response. Once more, huh. She materializes Tauropolos- her bow -in her hand to ready herself against the shadow creature once it's summoned. Though she may have some negativity in her heart, she can have them subdued again for now.

Buuut she's pulled up onto the stage with an involuntary yelp. Yanking her arm away, she scowls.]

Let go- [... Wait.] You want me to... what?

[W E L P... Just this face, as she awkwardly stands on the stage. Help?]

Wildcard

[Hit me...]

D3 - ahhhh another girl servant yes good!!

[lightofchaldea]

It really hadn't taken much to talk Ritsuka into helping. Especially since she didn't have much interest in the prizes, anyway, and was thus more than happy to participate for the sake of the kids. With that said, though, there's simply no way she can keep pace with a Servant, despite her best efforts.

"Ah! Where?!"

She turns to look where Atalante is pointing before swinging her net again. And probably missing again. But hey, at least any help is better than none??

Dorian Pavus | Dragon Age: Inquisition

[magisterium]

c | amulets

Telepathy without blood magic— now there's a twist.

[Of course, someone back home with enough money and social standing could acquire a magical item to do the very same thing, though that was strictly two-way.]

I will say the crystals lack a certain polish, but their use is fascinating. To be able to transmit not only speech and images, but emotions as well— even some of our finest mages back home haven't cracked that last bit, yet. Perhaps this place isn't so barbaric as I first thought.

[It's not exactly a compliment, but... almost.]

d1 | the gathering

[Dorian is currently bent over one of the many tables provided, his brow furrowed as he scans the array of cards before him for what must be the fifth time before he goes back to leafing through the rulebook he holds in one hand, having marked his place with his thumb.

He considers himself a strategical mind when it comes to cards and chess alike, and he has yet to come across a book that's left him as stumped as this one has.]

This may as well be written in ancient elvish.

[Even that, he might understand a bit. He's heard Solas use snippets of it often enough. He sighs, dropping the rulebook down on the table beside his cards.]

Wicked Grace is challenging enough for some, but this is ludicrous— what good is a game that nobody seems to understand how to play?

[You're never going to be able to win your friends' money that way. :c]

f2 | anything you can do

[Dorian is merely an onlooker in this instance, having considered participating in the password challenge before realizing that this supposed trend was a disaster waiting to happen— one he's tempted to watch out of morbid fascination, although as he comes across the group preparing to build a barn while blindfolded, he pinches the bridge of his nose.]

Don't they know there's far more fun to be had while wearing a blindfold than this?

[These fools. All snide remarks aside, someone is going to lose a finger at the very least, if not an entire arm— and this seems an awfully foolish thing to take such a risk over.

Whoever you are, he turns his attention to you, looking decidedly weary and put-upon, but prepared to intervene as necessary.]

What do you think? The Enforcers seem like they could use some assistance as far as keeping these morons from killing themselves. In the mood for a selfless deed?

wildcard

[Anything based on the other prompts or whatever else you'd like to try!]

F2

[colorfulmoniker]

[Killian, on the other hand (pun intended), is rather amused by the whole display, and even more so by Dorian's off-handed (also intended) comment about the blindfolds. He's made himself comfortable on a nearby bench, legs crossed and his flask resting in his lap. There's a low chuckle from him as he takes one last swig from it before offering his response in return.]

Aye. Perfect timing, lad. As it happens...

[He pauses, turns his flask upside-down, and pushes himself to his feet.]

I'm all out of rum.

[sadface.

And how can he watch morons be morons without it? He tucks the empty bottle away into his back pocket and joins Dorian in all his exasperated glory, nose wrinkling.

Just in time, indeed – one of the blindfolded members has picked up a nail and a hammer. There's no way that will end well for them...]

robin hood | fate/

[offshoots]

B

[Can you survive a night out in the woods with just a sleeping bag and a can of beans? I dare you!

uh, yeah? yeah, he can. easily, in fact. maybe that's why it's only worth 100 coin to do this job. the real challenge is getting his partner to survive with him, in this case. a sleeping bag and a can of beans are more of a luxury than a necessity. in fact,]

Here, hold this. I'm going to start making a fire.

[he holds that can out towards them. with no intention of taking it back, either.]

C

[he's been avoiding this for as long as possible, but he should give it a go. you know, for emergencies. to make sure it works. being able to communicate telepathically isn't the most out of this world concept to him but it seems incredibly... not private.

he doesn't want people in his head, thanks.

he picks someone he knows, has met since being here. their head is suddenly greeted with the sound of Robin's voice saying,]

Testing, testing, one, two, three.

[like he's making sure a microphone is working.]

Er, how are you doing today?

[better. but it really sounds more like he's questioning his own choice of conversation than asking someone how they're doing.]

W

[wildcard option, of course. COME!! AT ME!!!!!!]

B - Robiiiiiiiiin :D

[lightofchaldea]

To be fair, Ritsuka's done plenty of camping out at this point, herself, in the various singularities. One night in the woods is no big deal. Well, unless the nightmares she was having the other month come back, but.

Still, Robin knows far more about these things than she does, and she's perfectly fine with him taking the lead.

"Anything I can help with?" she asks as she takes the can, knowing there's probably not much, but wanting to offer anyway.

Alamber di'Cikeys | Peacekeepers

[insecureinnuendo]

[OOC: Alamber is a di'Tayken, not human. I've a quick primer on his species here]

[B. Job GT0106 Cooking]

[Alamber is admiring himself in a mirror, and making minor adjustments to how his apron sits, his bright blue hair flicking back and forth as he primps and preens. Finally he turns to the other people in the kitchen.]

I'm more of a hacker than a cook, but lets see if we can't... impress some customers, eh? [Said with a heavy load of innuendo, especially on the word 'impress']

I do know some fun things to do with food. [None of which probably involve cooking it.]

[C]

Y'know there's a reason all the sentient races in both the Confederation and the Primacy hate telepaths right? Not that there's anything up here in this beautiful head that I wouldn't be willing to share with any of you lovely people. Or anything in this beautiful body either if you catch my drift. Don't be nervous or shy, I just want to get to know everyone. In any and all ways you might be comfortable with.

[F2]

[Alamber is no stranger to recklessness, but he's also been a Warden for enough years under Torin's influence that he knows the difference between acceptable recklessness (the kind Torin indulges in) and recklessness that is going to get other people killed. This seems like more of the latter, so he's thrown in with the Enforcers, trying to talk people out of joining up with this craziness]

No need t'be throwing your life away there, friend. [His smile is warm and almost all the light receptors in his eyes are closed, leaving his eyes a bright blue that matches his hair.] I hear the game's fun and all, but that's no reason to go getting yourself hurt.

C. OMG ALAMBER

[regisrex]

As matters would have it, it is actually rather rare that there is an actual telepath here. I am not sure there has been one since Lwaxana, though I may be mistaken.

[ The voice is patient, older, calm. Tranquil. Maybe very vaguely amused. ]

This is merely a means of communication which can be interrupted at any time by either party. Perhaps the Confederation might find it less hateful, this way.

Lapis Lazuli | Steven Universe | compliant to together aloneish

[mirrortide]

[A.]

[Alright world, alright. Lapis Lazuli is ready for you! It's been a few days of nervous flitting around, of, well, regressing, just a little, because change is scary. Change, in the past, hasn't exactly been kind to her. Particularly where ending up on strange worlds comes into question. But... She's here. Still whole, somehow. Not destabilized, at least not yet, and she's... adjusting, potentially. Hopefully? And... Maybe breaking out a little more would help. Maybe talking to some people around here, who are in the same situation that she is.

Maybe you're not expecting it. Maybe you're just minding your own business, enjoying this lovely day out, when all of a sudden some strange blue woman walks up, head held high, back straight, and sticks her hand out to you.]

Hi.

[#nailedit]

[B.]

Knock-knock.

[Dare you respond?]

[C.]

[Are you at the Taskboard? Lapis happens to be there, at the task board, holding a sheet of paper in both hands and squinting at it.]

They want someone to find a talking fish? [... Do fish normally talk? No, probably not, not if there's a request to find one. Though, Lapis is probably the most qualified for the position, when it comes to water and water related circumstances...]

[Wildcard.]

[Choose your own adventure!]

B!

[jamminshield]

[Steven will always dare to respond to knock-knock jokes, especially when one is being declared by friendly voice!]

Who's there? [He responds with an air of mock-suspicion.]

Nine | Final Fantasy: Type-0

[linearcrash]

B. Task Board

[ Nine is staring up at the task board and he starts squinting. Then he tilts his head the more he reads, before finally stopping to just scratch the back of his head. ]

Hey, what the hell is this?

C. Amulet Testing

Hey, get over here and read this for me, yo.

[ He's trying to get Ace or Trey someone else he knows, but he's broadcasting to everyone.

Or he accidentally broadcasts something he really shouldn't- ]

Whoa, I wouldn't mind checking that out, yo.

[ He's at the library looking at a cute chick. ]

F. All of the Above

[ In the beginning, he'll be playing along well enough. He's using his spear to sweep along the ground as he moves, trying to find or maybe even trip someone. Please stop him. He will mutter out a quiet the hell if he hits something though or whisper quite loudly for someone to get out of the way.

Later on, see him getting recruited by the group who are working on an aircraft. Go big or go home, right? Usually it all works out for the best and he can take some damage anyways, right?

Or find him actually wandering the streets, which time with a mop as a walking stick. He's both blind folded and his ears are covered. Just sweeping across the ground as he goes about his day. ]

Move the hell out of the way, yo.

[ Look, he's giving a warning at least? ]

C

[sortofprincess]

[Did someone say something about a pretty girl? How about The Fairest of Them All? (The new modern version, though Snow White still qualifies too). Evie's browsing the very scant fashion history selections in an attempt to drum up some fresh inspiration for the spring. So a telepathy message asking for help reading something startles her, but only a little.

She glides over with a smile and canting her head to the side.]

Was that you looking for someone to read something?

[All the other patrons present at the moment are children or senior citizens. No one else looks the same age as the voice.]

Jack Skellington | The Nightmare Before Christmas

[curiousing]

[ C ]

A question if you don't mind! There is no right or wrong answer, only a matter of opinion! A shadowy fiend forever at the corner of your eye but never in full view or one always in sight but unblinkingly staring behind you: which of these would be the more unnervingly terrifying companion?

[ This is all for research purposes of course. Cough. ]

[ E . 2 ]

[ This should honestly come as no surprise to anyone, but a peculiar scene could be watched for those who may happen to pass it by during the commotion. One rather tall and dapper-looking skeleton can be spotted jogging after one of the small shadow creatures with a look of pure curiosity on his face-- skull? Whatever. Point being is that he's anything but terrified of the little guys as he attempts time and time again to catch one for closer inspection.

After failing most humorously (thinking he had the creature cornered, only for it to scurry up and over his skull and through his bony fingers) Jack rolled up his sleeves as if to note his newfound determination before sprinting after it once more. ]

Wait-- wait! Fear not, this is not my scheduled holiday! There's no need to dismay!

[ G ]

[ It was quite simple. Easily the simplest, most non-complicated order that would have been considered impossible to mess up.

But here it is. The most baffling mishap that Jack had witnessed.

Looking between his plate to the server, his eye sockets blinked, before looking back down at his plate, pointing at his meal, utterly perplexed. ]

Pardon me but-- there is meat on my fish bones.

[ Which means some poor sap has received his plate of a literal bare bone meal. ]

[ wildcard ]

[ Toss a prompt his way and get a reply! ]

C

[jamminshield]

Ohhh, I don't know! I wouldn't want to hurt either of their feelings, and I bet they're not so bad when you get to know them!

yellow d / stevie u / spoilers for last five or so eps likely

[bigdiamondenergy]

a

[the moment yellow diamond arrives, she leaves. this built up area and forests surrounding it don't look too different from where they'd found the corrupted nephrites, so surely she just needs to find the old crashed ship and the warp pad. she gets a few steps out before she realizes that everything's suddenly diamond sized. she tries her ship-- no connections. not even something telling her it's too far away. just... nothing.

if this luck continues she'll have to do the unthinkable and talk to a local. ugh.

yellow finds her way towards the welcome centre, a concept she finds ridiculous. why waste space with something that could just as easily be put on a datapad?

for the first person unlucky enough to make eye contact with yellow diamond, she has a demand:] Contact the supervisor of this location immediately.

[intergalactic i want to speak with your manager.]

b

[yellow didn't actually attend the keychain reveal, because she does not give a schist, but she's in general area when all the shadow creatures bust out. they're a lot like the corrupted gems of earth, aren't they?

...that's what she'd think if she had been present to know they're a result of the emotional crystals they're partly made of. she grumbles irritably as a pack of them snap and swipe at her legs-- she's no longer the fifty foot giant woman she was (being shrunk against her will is another can of pebbles entirely) but she's still tall enough that the creatures, even in a pack, aren't strong enough to do any real damage to her.

one of them catches her boot, and she lifts it and stomps on the thing.

look. she's had a lot of revelations recently, but she's got a long way to go before she can be classified as having a heart free of malice. she doesn't even have a heart, to start with...

her stomp does next to nothing to the creatures other than knocking them back. time to get zappy.]

Ugh! Begone! [she snaps, firing her electricity at them. they run around in circles, making their odd noises. yellow decides this is among her top five least favourite planets, right up there with the one that had slime people. zero out of four diamonds, do not recommend.]

wildcard

[hit me with anything! side note: if anyone wants to communicate with yellow diamond telepathically, they'll likely get the feeling of static electricity in their brains, unless they're immune to any type of mental effects. it'll be unpleasant!]

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[jamminshield]

[Someone else is fending off several of the shadow creatures, while wielding a familiar pink shield. But he freezes up when he notices someone very familiar who has entered the fray. He goes slack-jawed and drops his shield. A chill of fear and uncertainty washes over him...

She may look a lot smaller, but there's no questioning it.]

Y-Yellow Diamond?!

Nanaki / Red XIII || Final Fantasy VII

[feralhumanity]

C

So this is the communication network of this planet? As convenient as it is, I can't be the only one who thinks it a little unnerving. Is there not a less intrusive method of communication? A letter, or perhaps a cell phone...

D-1

[It was nice of someone to hand out demo decks for people to try and learn this strange card game, and much of the artwork depicted on it was beautiful, but Nanaki was having a hard time wrapping his head around the game. The rulebook was far from helpful, and he found it frustrating to attempt to play the game when his paws weren't built to hold cards. In the end, its with a growl that he turns to the nearest person and lightly bats the cards at them.]

You try and make sense of this. I'm getting a headache just looking at them.

E-1

[After all the hubbub around town about this keychain museum, Nanaki had to admit that it was worth it to just see these strange keychains. He could tell that great care had been put into making them, and that each and every one of them was a tiny work of art in itself. He was rather pleased to have received one of his own, which depicted a small crescent moon on the end of it. The vendor who gave it to him was kind enough to attach it to one of his forepaw-bangles for him, where it now glinted with each step he took.]

[He'll mostly just be going around admiring the sights, but someone might notice their own keychain glow as they get close to the strange cat-beast.]

C

[activatingcombatmode]

Nope, just honest to goodness voices talking in your head. Great, isn't it?

[It's not great. His tone is dripping with sarcasm.]

You kind of get used to it. In a few months, give or take. I would kill for a real cellphone, though. Those stupid little app games...

Doug ( Descendants )

[heighho]

( C )

These really make anyone telepathic?

[ Just a curious try of what he's been told the amulets can do. ]

( G )

[ Doug settled into the booth at one of the restaurants and tapped his fingers on the table. The only other person in the place was wearing a funny looking baseball cap but he didn't think too deeply on it and instead focused on what he might want to order.

Nevermind how strange he felt eating alone, it was atypical for him.

He should have found someone to invite. ]

( Wildcard )

[ Hit me with your best shot! ]

C

[sortofprincess]

[Now there's a voice she hasn't heard in months. How thrilled she is to hear it now! Not only does the amulet enable telepathy, it allows the sharing of emotion too and Evie's joy is potent indeed.]

It does! It's like texting but so much better.

Sigurd Ragnarsson | Vikings

[snakeintheeye]

( B - GT0102 )

[ Well, the task board had been one way to deal with some idle time and the way that one of them had been worded had sparked at Sigurd's desire to always be able to prove himself -- as ridiculous as it was. He could definitely do it.

So, out to the woods with a sleeping bag and a can of beans he went.

Though, he had no idea how one opens a can or how to properly sleep in a sleeping bag. So, if anyone might happen by they might accidentally get hit with a thrown can of beans or see the Viking using the sleeping bag as a blanket instead of the way it would be used properly.

He'll probably shoot a glare either way when he notices anyone coming upon him. ]

( Wildcard )

[ Open to anything else you have! ]

[torsion]

[ The problem with a lot of the task board tasks (especially the Beast Hunter's Guild) is that they'd know if you did it alone somehow and wouldn't pay up for it. Jill's a little sneaky on this task and decided to take her dog with her. It did say groups of two, but nothing about humans or anything like that, right? She doesn't have a tent or anything to sleep in, figuring she'll just be up all night anyway. Small backpack, generous campfire, and a blanket to sit on, she's got a book and is ready to soldier through the night.

Her dog, as well-trained and good boy as he is, seems to have other plans. Perked ears for a while followed by finally getting up. Jill assumes he's going to sniff around, maybe relieve himself but he starts off, bounding and Jill drops the book to take after him with a hey, Beretta! and a huff.

It... isn't that long before she's nearly hit with a can of beans. Another huff, hand on her hip, eyes sharp as she tries not to laugh -- she's not sure if she should, after all -- and throat being cleared. ]

Much as I like free food and gifts, maybe try handing it to me next time?

[ Her dog settles just a little ahead of her looking pleased with himself. ]

Yuri Lowell | Tales of Vesperia

[wolfstrike]

D2

Yuri just happened to be in the park when all of this Magical Something Whatever happened to take place. He liked the park. It was a good place to hang out sometimes. But today he found it annoyingly crowded. There were people excitedly chatting about getting some super ultra rare Frog Bear among other things as he just passed through the park.

Lazily just making his way through and stopping to look at a card that someone suddenly handed him. ... That's when a creature suddenly streaked past, causing him to blink and look up as some panic people started running around as well.

Now a net was being shoved at him, the person hurriedly telling him to help catch the moving toys before they run off. More of the apparently fake creatures starting to run amok.

"Huh."

He then hands the net off to the next person.

"Sorry, I'm not any good at catching other people's pets."

He's just going to nope right out of this...

E2

Taking up a job as security detail for some kind of high profile event, Yuri finds himself at a... keychain revealing. What anyone would get so excited over a keychain is beyond him. But whatever, it's a job, it pays money, so here he is.

Little did he know what he was going to get into. It seemed like his bad luck was going to strike yet again as keychains turned into shadow monsters.

"Oh come on, does everything come to life around here?"

Fortunately, he declined having one of those things himself. But he was security here so he needed to help these people out. And maybe get a fight or two in? That's right up his alley. Though whether he has a good enough heart to take things things down remains to be seen.

F2

Yuri had heard about this new challenge, where people were going around blindfolded. It sounded pretty stupid to him, so he wasn't getting into it. Nor was he trying to actively stop people either.

However, as people with blindfolds and earmuffs started walking around town, that changed a bit.

He wasn't really stopping them, but wasn't going to just sit by and let someone kill themselves either.

Yuri was just minding his own business, watching as one of Puzzle Box Challengers was about to walk head on into traffic. He then stuck out his foot, tripping the person.

"Oops, sorry, didn't see you there.

Not that they could likely hear him anyway.

Or he was just passing by the fountain in the middle of town when someone was about to walk right into it. Yuri diverting his path to bump his shoulder against the other's, causing them to stumble and turn a different direction.

"Whoa, sorry about that."

D2

[blightcaller]

The net gets pushed into the hands of a tall man, strongly built and with what may easily count as a perpetual scowl on his unhealthy complexion. Glowing eyes shift down to the net, then over to the young man and for at least a moment this undead may be considering spontaneous murder.

A pity that this clearly isn't the right place for that sort of a reaction.

To Nathanos' credit the Forsaken doesn't drop or simply crush the net. Neither does he try to use it to murder anyone. Instead, he keeps it in his hand almost like a scepter, allowing its end to tap the ground next to his heavily booted feet. Ridiculous as it may look, he still manages to maintain a certain level of displeased dignity. His eyes leave Yuri and scan the park surrounding them, easily spotting the odd creatures and the people chasing them.

When he speaks there is clear disdain in his voice, which in itself doesn't sound entirely human but echoes with something else. Yet his words are oddly trivial if one manages to overhear the judging tone they come delivered in.

"This is hardly the right tool to capture any pets."