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Test Drive: AUGUST
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 July and Applications (Canon | OC) open a week later on August 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.
- 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!
Now with that out of the way, here are some prompts you guys can work from!
• 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: Mystery boxes have begun to turn up not only on people’s doorsteps but also anywhere they go - at their workplaces, dropped off on their cafe tables, even falling out of trees or windows right in front of them. There is nothing special about the boxes themselves - nothing is written on them and they are made out of generic cardboard - but they may contain items such as a set of cute furry animal figurines, a ring of old tarnished keys, or a fancy but stained secondhand fedora. Others, however, have more sinister, mysterious contents, such as a black coat with a muddy hem, a blood-spattered kitchen knife or even what looks like a severed bloody finger. Ask around about who has been leaving these boxes all over the place, and you will get conflicting reports. Otherworlders lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a person suddenly in a hurry to leave the scene will learn that this person behind the mystery boxes can appear as a man, or a woman, or neither.
• Prompt E: Receiving a mystery box has its pros and cons. Some items give so much emotion and energy to a person, exaggerating everything they feel and think. It's a good thing at times, because when one is happy, they truly are HAPPY! When one feels like they're on top of the world, they may end up floating! However, there are instances in which the other person feels like they're drowning due to sadness, in which case, they may feel like they're underwater and need air to breathe. Don't worry! In times like these, all you need is a slap in the face to make you feel better! Or if that's too physically hurtful, others have discovered that crying stops the hyperbole of emotions, too.
• Prompt F: Investigations eventually lead to the founder of the cryptocurrency EmoGold who goes by the pseudonym "Sato" to be the one sending out mystery boxes to people. It seems the emotional currency has taken a dive in terms of exchange rate between EmoGold and Sylvs that he thought giving out mystery boxes to people would make them want to learn more about EmoGold and mining… sadly that didn't work and only proceeded to creep people out! "Sato" is now under custody of the Enforcers, and all the furniture in his house (strange and unique as they may be) is now up for auction! A lamp that looks like a cow and shoots light out of its eyes for 5,000 sylvs going once… going twice… SOLD!
• Prompt G: Make your own! It could include forks and/or snow.
Nike Lemercier | Soredemo Sekai wa Utsukushii
[The moment she read the words "self-possessed soot sprites" Nike decided to accept the assignment. After all, they were the first signs of something fable-like, that most people would expect to be works of pure fiction, like her lineage was back in her world. It was a rare opportunity to learn more about them especially after uncovering the adorable creatures at the workshop she was lead to.]
Wow! They're really real!? [The tiny creatures will begin to be covered by a shoujo-esque pink bubbles that will exaggerate their cuteness. Nike couldn’t help watch them with a very kind smile] And cute to boot!
[Remembering that she had someone accompanying her on this task, she will turn to them with a curious gaze, half observing and half inquisitive over their reaction to the smaller creatures. It was a once in a lifetime experience to watch a non-Rain Summoner with the same capabilities as her to notice spirits. Have they encountered these type of sprites before? Do they know anything about them? Are they okay with them? So many questions, but she could give them only one.]
Hey? Do you have an idea on the best way to handle them? I don't....really want to kill them, you know. They don't seem like....the type to do much except be a bit of a nuisance....
SEARCH AND RESCUE:
[After learning about the story behind the request in finding a lost boy, Nike was more than determined to help reunite a family. She simply couldn't ignore. It was too difficult to. With how easily the balance of emotions can shift and even spread, in her
newbieopinion, she had no choice but to take action if the Enforcers weren't going to. Her confidence in using her skills on a monster were high until she finds where the monster's lair was: underground. Which pose a problem for her -- her magic won't work very well except as a guide to return to the surface unless they get too deep inside.For this task, she made it clear to find a partner with actual combat and magical skills that may be useful in their search and rescue mission. Nike only hopes for a good end. She didn't want to kill the monster needlessly. If it could be avoided, then...]
The request is all about reuniting a lost kid to their family. As naive as it may sound, I'd like....to keep it that way. This is more a search and rescue mission, not a monster hunt campaign...
[A dark fog may begin to form over her head. It was clear she was feeling mixed about hurting the monster.]
HOPEFUL BLANKET BLOWING:
[The request to spread hope and joy was something Nike was keen on accomplishing. She was going to help in every step of the way. Feeling that the item will respond more favorably to its creator than just anyone with good enough intentions. It'll be the brightest and most hopeful piece of fabric in existence. Nike was determined to use as much of her emotions as possible.
Holding the rolled up item with pride, Nike will pat at it gently before turning to whoever had volunteered to help her with the task. An almost shining smile, resembling a little like the early dawn light, will begin to brighten the sky and area surrounding them.]
Ready to help me get this thing to fly as high as we can? As much as I like to feel confident about summoning the wind, it could be more fun to do it as a duo than on my own! Maybe we can even make a game out of it?
[If nothing else, she was in the mood to bring good cheer to all those around her which was evident by the bucket filled with confetti by her side.]
ROARING SLAP DAY:
[The mysterious items reminded her of a lighter and smaller version of wooden crates. The material felt weaker, clearly it wasn’t made of wood. All she knew was -- there was something inside. She didn’t know if she should open it. A piece of her was feeling enough encourage to do so. Wasn’t there a saying? Finders keepers? Well, it did just fall from a tree and landed on her head, and no one was on top of the tree so...
“There’s only one way to find out”, was all she will whisper under her breath after taking a seat by the tree’s roots. With an inquiring gaze, she will begin her attempts at opening the small box which was surprisingly very easy to do. It was soft. Tools weren’t needed to open it unless one was lazy and wanted a pair of scissors.
Either way she opened the box only to find...]
Hah? It’s another box... Which looks oddly familiar... [A bad feeling was looming over her back as she is reminded of the ceremonial engagement rings from back home. Except the box was a lot smaller and pure white compared to the white, larger box with golden parts to it. Without realizing it, the duo of miniature clouds that always seem by her side will begin to lose their usual smiles and glow in an ominous glow, almost resembling thunder. Opening the box may have been a mistake when Nike’s curious gaze was now a glare as she stared at the item with almost blatant disgust.]
W-What the hell is this..!?
[Instead of finding an engagement ring inside there was only a pair of ass cheeks greeting her with a farting sound coming from it. The icing on the cake were the words engraved on the top portion of the box.]
I gave you plenty of chances to prove yourself. You are worse than an ill omen. May this gift prove just how despicable you truly are.
[The words will ring in her memory in being the same words someone else had used. A dark and ugly human with hatred she has never encountered before -- it was evil. Whoever had prepared this gift, if she can even call it that, was despicable. No wonder it was on the tree! As Nike’s mind will repeat the memories from her world, the miniature clouds surrounding her will begin to change from white to a more darker, sinister color with thundering sounds. A gust of wind will begin to blow the clouds away from her Whoever was close to the area will find themselves being surrounded by small thunderstorm clouds creating loud rumbling sounds. Blocking the individual from leaving, guiding them to the girl by the tree hugging her knees close while holding the item in her hand.]
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Soot Sprites because Ghibli.
[Yes, of course Rapunzel thinks the little soot sprites are the most adorable thing ever. Well, except for Pascal, of course. Who is at her shoulder and basically just rolling his eyes at her reaction. Not that he could expect anything else from his princess.
Still, Nike's question has her debating, biting her lip.]
At the very least, we need to move them somewhere else. Somewhere safe. Warm, since I doubt they'd like the cold. Do you think....sweeping them up to gather them might be okay? I don't want to hurt them either.
Same reason I chose it, ngl!
I agree! We need to find them somewhere they'll absolutely love, so they don't return. Last thing I want to see is for them to get hurt...
[But now the question was: how to move them? Where should they take them? What would be a good home for them? Nike will remain silent until.]
Hey, you guys. [She was talking to the sprites which many will stop their travelling around the shop to look up at her. Eyes on her.] Oh? So you guys understand me? [A squeaky sound will be all that is given to Nike in response.] Well, good enough. Um, do you mind doing us a favor? By leaving this shop and finding somewhere else to live in? I think....you'd be happier somewhere bigger and with lots of different treasures to find and carry around. [The sprites will give Nike odd looks before turning to one another, almost as though they don't understand the reasoning behind leaving such a lovely spot. They don't mind the space! This place was lovely enough for them! Those were the murmurs between them which....Nike had no idea was the way they felt.
Her gaze will turn to Rapunzel.]
About your earlier plan? On sweeping them? Wanna try it? [A pause.] Um, do we have anything to sweep them into? Like a bag? It doesn't seem they understand our language all too well??? [Or maybe the sprites do, the language barrier may just be on their end.]
Ghibli forever my weakness. Too cute.
[Rapunzel bites her lip, giving a shrug but is as always, mindful of Pascal at her shoulder. She brushes some hair behind her ear a bit more as she glances around for something that could be used at least as transport.]
Well, we can ask the owner? I'm sure there's some kind of bag or container they wouldn't mind us using if it means we help get these little guys out of the way.
Ghibli is always welcomed into rp any time! Soot sprites, especially.
[It was clear they were both in agreement over the matter. Neither one of them understood the sprites. Which was kinda bad. It made things a little harder.
But after the next suggestion, Nike will begin to search around the workshop. Finding something to clean with shouldn't be that difficult to find. Who didn't have something to sweep with? After some time searching, Nike will offer Rapunzel.]
Didn't find a broomstick, but I did find this. [It was a whisk broom and small dust pan.] Were you able to find anything to carry our new friends in?
I would absolutely do Ghibli au things or something. Have seen some cute art
[Not exactly? Since....they are soot. Alas. Still, they sure were adorable and she wants to try help. Which is why she asks and acquires a bag of sorts to help them, with the ability to keep the top part of it open so the soot can still...er, well she isn't sure if they need to breathe exactly, but.
Rapunzel holds it, showing Nike and shifting to position for Nike to sweep.]
We just need to get you guys in here, okay? Then we can try find somewhere better for you.
Oh, definitely! Ghibli has a lot of ideas we can use. Cute fanart is a must!
[The look on Nike's face may just be pure admiration. Meeting someone with an amazing power like that? She can't help but begin to glitter like the stars in the sky. Just that pause will be more than enough for the sprites to stare at the giants above them. A few curious murmurs will be given between them as none of them understood the meaning behind the taller giant's words of "find somewhere better for them". Do they need to repeat themselves to them?
Nike will take Rapunzel's explanation to the sprites as cue to begin sweeping the critters into the bag the other girl has proved for them.]
I'll try to be gentle. Um, sorry if anyone gets hurt or--
[As Nike sweeps into the dustpan, she'll notice the sprites had lost their shape and look like actual dust. Placing them into the bag, a small rain cloud will begin to form over Nike's head.]
Um, are they okay? [The dust hill inside the bag wasn't changing....]
I would love Ghibli au things in musebox. Yes.
[Well, at least. Basically everyone talked to animals somehow or other, whether or not the animals actually understood or listened might be another matter but. It isn't so strange for Rapunzel? Given she sees the guards and everyone else talking to Max and all back home.
Still, she blinks, glancing to the soot once it has been swept up a bit.]
I don't know? Is that supposed to happen.....? I mean, they are soot, but....
We shall discuss further in your plotting plurk!
Noticing the way the other girl had no explanation for it, Nike can only assume it wasn't....exactly a normal thing to happen? At the very least, she was as lost as Rapunzel was which will increase the size of the rain cloud above her head.]
T-True. They are made of soot. As far as we can see... But... [It was difficult to determine if it was normal or not. Nike will look down at the ground, wondering.] Think if we gave them some of their stuff back, then they'll be okay?
Yes. Please.
[As long as whoever arranged removing the soot sprites was okay with it, she doesn't see any reason not to give it a go and see if that might help. Maybe once they get out of the bag to wherever the girls were taking them, the sprites might get back to normal. She's never quite encountered this to be sure.]
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[Anything to help learn more about the soot sprites. If they accidentally harmed them, then it's a learning experience, even if Nike's heart will grow heavy. The thought alone was enough to make the small cloud above her head begin to rumble, almost imitating the way she felt at the moment.
Nike will pick up one of the small rusted nails and worn out shoelaces from the ground and place them inside the bag with the hope it'll help the sprites recover. After a moment or two of staring at the bag, Nike will begin to lose hope as rain drops will be felt lightly drizzling over her head, not gaining much of a reaction until some of the sprites will begin to wiggle. Nike's eyes will open wide at the realization that.]
Look, Rapunzel! Look. It's moving! They're okay!
[Some of the sprite pile will begin to take shape as hands and tiny feet will sprout along with their eyes while other soots will simply look fluffly but seem to be hovering a bit. Those with eyes and tiny legs and feet will glare at the giants above as they begin to complain in squeaky voices over the reason behind being collected the way they were.]
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[If there isn't already somewhere arranged. Rapunzel is just wanting to help the little creatures and get them out of the way of the current owner of this place. She hadn't thought that far ahead in focusing on getting them out of here first and foremost.
But she is relieved when she peers in and notices movement in there among the soot.]
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slap day (but don't slap him)
Rubbing over his chin, he gives a glance down to Morgrim who looks up to him. ]
Guess I can't fight my way through these things, huh?
[ A grin on his lips, the white cat malak shakes her head before she looks off in the direction of the girl. ]
You might have to have a chat with that one over there.
[ To which Shigure hums to himself, arms coming to fold against his chest. ]
Guess so, huh?
[ A sigh followed with a puff of laughter, he makes his way on over. ]
Hey, pretty sure there's a better way at gettin' someone's attention than trapping them in a bunch of storm clouds.
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Guilt was a powerful thing, enough for her not to notice the situation at hand. Lifting her gaze after overhearing someone's words, Nike will look a little lost until she notices the way her cloud friends now looked. It was more than surprising to say the least as she almost looks uneasy. Did she do that?]
D-Damn! Give me a break! [Words were not directed at the stranger, the clouds will roar in response. It was clear she wasn't feeling all that great. All she can do was to shoo them with her hands.] Go away now! Back to the sky, you go! Shoo, sho-- [An accidental gust of wind will be unleashed after she makes the hand motion. The clouds circling the stranger will begin to levitate away. Bewilderment will be all Nike will have in response before her gaze will turn towards the ground, feeling somewhat uneasy as she wraps her arms around herself feeling a slight chill from the back of her spine.]
....right, I forgot how easy it is to do that now. [A hand will be over her neck, offering a weak, blurry smile almost as thought she was becoming somewhat hazy.] Um, sorry about that, are you and your kitty okay?
Search and Rescue
[...she says, treating it like an annoyance she's heard a million times before. But there's a wry smirk on her face that proves otherwise. The spirit of the request is quite familiar, but she doesn't hate it. After all, it's not like this request doesn't have a certain amount of meaning for her as well. A family should be together. And any monster that thinks it should be allowed to ruin that for them has more than a few things coming.]
But remember this. If it's between me and that thing-- that thing's toast.
[Not literally, of course-- she's an Earth Seraph, not a fire one, after all.]
If you don't want to join it you should be careful to stay out of the way. There's still room on the plate for pancakes.
[If they're underground, her powers are going to be very useful, but at the same time, it's very dangerous. Edna doesn't have any intention of letting anything happen to her or the kid, but the more aware she is, hopefully less risks will be taken.]
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R-Right. I'll keep it in mind. As much as I want to argue... [A light pause, sometimes it was difficult to not feel overly impressed by those she has met. Finding those with powers similar to her, but completely different was amazing!
It won't be long until a slight teasing smile will be given to other blond.]
I guess I should leave all body guarding duties to you, the All Powerful Edna-sama? The minute I see the kid, I'll be kidnapping him right back. I think it may be safe to assume you'll be covering up the entrance afterwards?
Search and Rescue
[ Ash has combat experience, and he's taken well to the emotional magic here. Most of his jobs have involved easier feats of combat or tasks that weren't related to combat at all. If he's in a new world, after what he's learned from Eiji, Ash wants to see if he can live a life without the violence that defined him before. However, after hearing about a missing child, he can't refuse to help.
He'd stood waiting for his partner, Nike it seems, to join him, and now they're at the mouth of the cave. It's good to have this discussion now. ]
Are we going to meet back up here on a weekly basis to check it out until we find a corpse instead of a living kid?
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...it'd be a pain having to return here weekly, wouldn't it?
[But more than anything, the logical way her partner spoke to her reminded her a little of the way Livi would speak to her. Just without yelling and adding any insults. Her green eyes will turn to him, getting a better look at her partner. He didn't look nothing like Livi, and yet they felt similar to her. A more determine smile will appear at the thought.]
But you're right. We should resolve this issue entirely. For the sake of preventing future victims.
[As much as she hates the idea of bringing harm to others, she hated the idea of innocent families suffering the same way as the mother of this lost child has. Nodding her head, she'll turn to Ash.]
Okay, while we're on the subject. Maybe we should trade info quickly before charging ahead. What skills do you possess? What do you feel most confident doing?
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For now, her questions are fair. They're working on a team so she'll need to know their added strength. She's much smaller than Ash, though Ash himself is proof that size doesn't always dictate skill levels. For a moment, he wonders if this is what kids facing guidance counselors feel like.
Reaching behind him, Ash pulls the gun from the waistline of his pants. It's not his preferred style, but it doesn't seem to exist here. ]
I'm a good shot. I'm also trained in hand-to-hand. I can shoot energy without the gun using the dunamis. Your turn.
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When Ash explains his abilities in handling it along with his other skills, her green eyes will be directly at him, noticing he wasn't someone to take lightly. His outfit was ill fit for a nobleman, and yet he had the appearance of one. A small snort will be given after hearing his curt way of almost wanting to know her own abilities. It was almost surreal to find someone so similar to Livi while being so different. Ash looked more related to Bardwin than Livi ever would, for one.]
You and I have a lot in common. With minor differences, of course. Other than you being better looking. [Whenever it comes to self-defense, she has always had decent skill in it. She's never seen Ash in a fist fight, but it was clear he was in good shape.] My magic is usually used for long range defense and support. I don't use a pistol like you do, but my voice...or, rather, emotions in this case. However, I can't summon the wind underground but I can use it to guide us to any nearby exits, and I won't dare summon the rain unless it's to manipulate the element of water into other forms. I can also use hypnosis. So if I instruct you to cover your ears and ignore me, it may be for the best to do so.
[With that said, she will be thoughtful for a moment, realizing.]
It's funny. Now that I think about it, having you act offensively while I support you may be the best way to go around this. We just need to time things. Don't be afraid to let me know if you need me to switch with you on the last second. I'll do all I can to lessen the load. Does that sound like a plan?
[In the end of the day, she had no intention of allowing the monster to strike him nor the child. No one is getting hurt under her watch. It'll be odd having an active partner like this though. It was tough to tell if Ash felt the same about teamwork.]
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He didn't expect hypnosis. So far, this girl seems to be open enough. Maybe it's a trick, but he doesn't think so. He usually has a good read on people.
It sounds like Nike can hold her own. That's good. Ash is used to leading a gang, but he's coordinated with other leaders before. The better she can protect herself, the easier it will be for Ash. He won't expect Nike to protect him, but it's much more simply if he only has to look after himself and the boy. ]
You're right, that's the simplest way. I'll lead the attack. When we find the kid, grab him and run, but go the way we came. If we're split up, it's only going to make the mission take longer.
[ No matter his reputation, Ash never wants innocents to be hurt, but something about her makes him worry a bit more. Maybe it's her innocent but energetic energy. What has Eiji done to him? ]
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Okay, that sounds like a plan.
[Although she was against the idea of leaving Ash behind, but their priority should be the lost child. For now, Nike is more than willing to repay his willingness to trust her by trusting him in kind. If anything, she will figure out a plan when the time came...but for now.]
We should begin the mission, now that we have a better idea about our capabilities and positions. I trust you're ready?
[With that said, she will rise to her feet and begin to head towards the hole that will lead them to their destination. All she can do is peek her head into the entrance, trying her best to use the gust of wind to warn her of any incoming danger but...] The cost seems to be clear so far...I don't sense anything. This underground cave is definitely deeper than a bear's den.... [All she can hope is for there to be a water source available to get a better feel for the cave, but as far as she knows the air inside isn't as oppressive as the underground caverns of the Sun Kingdom. Which is a very good sign.]
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After pausing at the mouth, Ash steps inside. Though he'd given her a list of his skills, he immediately displays another as the cave swallows all light: he shines. Or, more accurately, he projects a light that gives him, and her, the ability to see, even in the thick darkness. This allows him to move with his hands free. ]
Be careful. The light is going to let me see, but it's going to make us a target, too.
[ Truth be told, Ash has a lot of skill in the darkness, but he doesn't think Nike does. If she falls and gets injured, no one wins.
His steps crunch on the floor, the stones breaking beneath his feet. ]
If you sense anything, tell me. Even if you're not sure.
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Thanks for the heads up. I'll keep it mind while I continue to scout our surroundings. Don't worry, I'll warn you if anything stands out.
[So far, all she can sense was the air flow was getting slightly weaker the deeper they went into the cave which was normal. It was better than feeling tired and heavier. Somehow, she had a feeling there will be multiple tunnels appearing before them with most of them leading them to different exits. She needed to concentrate on the air flow, and only the air flow to keep her wits together and not get spooked by the sudden appearance of giant bugs. Which there weren't except for smaller bugs crawling on the walls and floors.
Just as predicted, the sudden appearance of three tunnels will appear, in different sizes, however she can sense there are more tunnels ahead, but the air flows felt different between them. An impressed smile will appear as she looks through each of the tunnels.]
Interesting. This creature is smarter than your average monster. No wonder the air flow felt so comfortable up until now. They made sure almost every tunnel had an exit of some kind. [Her gaze will turn to the tunnel with the least amount of air flow though which she'll point towards.] Except for this one. This one is odd. [Other than the least amount of air flow, there was just something about it that made it feel very off. It was hard to explain the exact reason for it.] ...it feels perfectly normal. [.......turning away from the tunnel, she will pull Ash's sleeve and point to the very first tunnel instead.] I sense water over there. Wanna check it out? I think it could be a very good clue to investigate.
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Her ability is useful. Ash has his instincts, but he isn't psychic and there's no way to use strategy to determine which tunnel is correct without additional knowledge, knowledge Nike provides. ]
Normal, like there's no exit?
[ Which would be a good place to set up a base. While it's good to have multiple exits, it also means multiple entrances for your enemies. If you have one way you, the opponent has to funnel in and you can be ready to take them out, one by one. ]