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Recollé Mods ([personal profile] recollecters) wrote in [community profile] repeter2018-03-17 08:46 pm
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MARCH TEST DRIVE

TEST DRIVE
MARCH TEST DRIVE
The city of Recollé...

To infinity...and beyond!

I.
Wake up, get up, get out there, Retrospecters! Today's a new day and with the roads in place thanks to the efforts of Retrospec users, several locations may be explored. With Pesgare three hours south by boat, Respatrum an hour east and underground, Bosuma two hours west through the Recollé Woods and Magatus seven hours north from the city, visitors may come and go to explore the regions and their points of interest.

The travel may take some time and the scenery will change around you as you go. Those same monsters from before continue to lurk just outside of the city and on the path to these locations and wild flora sprawls over various pathways. Take some time to study them if you'd like.

And speaking of study, along the way you'll find various road signs and warnings along the way including giant man-eating frogs, fire-breathing horses, severe flood warnings and more. In addition you will find large directories in the middle of the road pointing you in the directions of the four locations.

However, you'll also find these helpful guys who just want to do a good job and will get to work on these new roads! But wait, shouldn't they be working on some of the unfinished pathways and not the main ones? How do you stop these crazy things anyway? You may have to find a way to subdue the jackhammers or direct them to a new location. Good luck getting them to listen over the noise.


II.
Then again, with these pathways open now you may find yourself already in one of these new districts and very, very far away from your home. One minute maybe you're driving along, listening to your favorite road trip playlist as you prepare for Spring Break and the next you'll realize a wrong turn has lead you straight into the heart of a snowy mountain. Has this forest always been here? This seaside village is way too crowded!

No matter which of the areas you end up in, it will be up to you to find your way out and back without a map on-hand. There's a good chance you can find strangers or maybe even some friends in these regions to fill you in, but there's always something going on to distract from your main goal.

In Pesgare, you may find yourself in the midst of a heavy rain shower. While some of you may be prepared and have an umbrella on hand, others will notice that the rain is an iridescent color that falls and curves in arcs. Getting soaked by the rain may invoke a strange desire to cause a scene and yell dramatically at whoever is close by (and perhaps even belt it out if you're unfortunately unlucky.)

In Respatrum, the sound of loud cheering and applause draws your attention to a large stadium. In the center of the ring is a man with a red cape, waving it in front of a burning, burly bull. A final flourish sends the bull back into its pen, raring and ready to go the next round. But wait! Without warning, the organizer of the bull fights grabs you by the shoulders and hands you a cape, shoving you straight into the ring with the crowd roaring above you and the bull bursting out of its cage. What a rush!

In Bosuma, the creatures of the forest appear to be out and around including rabbits, squirrels, giant woodpeckers and rainbow-colored deer that aren't afraid to approach people. In fact, all of the creatures appear content to welcome these newcomers and show them around the forest. At night, several large, blooming flowers begin to glow in various neon colors. Colored pollen also appears to be falling from the flowers, leaving a mist over you that sweeps over you like a soft waterfall. Depending on the color though, you may find yourself feeling a little different...

And finally, what's going in Magatus? Why it's sports! A winter sports competition is going on at the mountain looming above the Magatus ski lodge and the snow is fresh and perfect! However, landing on the slope is probably a bad idea, isn't it? Hope you're ready for a slippery ride down the mountain!

III.

Back in the city itself, life goes back to normal and several citizens are preparing for spring. The Recollé Community Center has gathered together to start cleaning up the local parks and community areas to plant brand new flowers to brighten up the city. Are you good with a shovel? Come join them in rehousing potted plants, picking up garbage and dead shrubbery from winter's harsh temperatures and more.

If planting's not your style, over at Recollé High School several citizens are working together to prepare for the musical production Villainous, as put on by the high school's drama club! Sets still need to be built, costumes need to be finished and advertisements need to be distributed! For you artistic types out there, the drama club would love your support and time to get them ready as the premiere draws closer and closer.

IV.
Those of you who have lived here for years know that Mayor Mayer loves holidays. He does his best to never miss a celebration of any kind and while sometimes his efforts are smaller and more personal, this year he seizes the opportunity to celebrate an entire weekend dedicated to St. Patrick's Day! Though the holiday is on 3/17, festivities extend to 3/18 for two days of fun.

What does this mean? It means that everywhere you go you'll find discounted prices for anyone wearing green, carts selling corned beef sandwiches and cabbage salads, and for those of legal age bars are specializing in green beer and green mixed drinks for miles. Seabiscuit the chocobo rides proudly through the city with the mayor dressed as a leprechaun, encouraging citizens to hunt for his pot of gold that he's hidden somewhere in the city! A series of clues will lead players onward and spreading out through locations such as Expressive, the Towers, Freshens and more. With luck, citizens playing along will find small golden coins emblazoned with a chocobo portrait!

Unfortunately, something seems to be in the air and surrounding these coins. Unknown to the mayor, those who pick up these coins will find themselves hit with the overwhelming urge to find someone not wearing green and pinch them as tradition. Whether you're doing the pinching or you're a walking target, the coins' power over you will only wear off when the deed is done.

As for the mayor? Anyone who collects more than 10 coins will find that they're eligible for a prize of $50 which can be collected at city hall. Happy pinching hunting!

BONUS.
The nice thing is that if you're in the city or if you're in one of the new regions, your phone works. Where would we be without technology? It's nice to be in constant connection with your friends and loved ones with the ability to check emails, social updates, maps and more.

However, the internet can sometimes be a strange place and you will find yourself receiving a message from a Retrospec user named Zee Carlisle.

Hey newbies, how's it going? You're probably pretty confused, aren't you? I think I can fix that.


It's all the text says before you find yourself redirected to a private chat with another Retrospec user. Don't be shy now! Say hi and ask all of the questions you need!

Welcome to the [community profile] recolle test drive meme! All characters will be begin in-game AU'd as Recollé residents. You may use any of the above prompts for ideas or make up your own depicting your Recollé AU! Prompts do not have to be set in the districts listed above. You can review our list of locations for what's available. Please note that TDM threads can be used as samples, can be kept as game canon, and can also be used for bonus points for future item regains. Share a few minor details of your AU, tag around, and have fun!

For current players, please remember that TDM threads can only be used for bonus points, not regains.

Please note: you will need a reserve to apply, and current characters must have full AC posted at the time of their reservation.

Your March TDM directory is here, and your AU workshop is here! Our mod questions thread for this TDM is over here!
vitis: (obligatory maybe it's maybelline)

[personal profile] vitis 2018-03-20 08:41 pm (UTC)(link)
Yep!

[ pleased as punch, light chatisement unheeded. ]

But now you can't be pinched, yeah? [ his eyebrows lift pointedly as he steadies himself against the counter again, a hand forming a claw that opens and shuts to mimic the gesture. ] Even I'll obey they much.
tailchasing: (011)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-20 08:43 pm (UTC)(link)
Huh.

[Weird, but not worth pursuing much further.]

... Even the regular routes to just around town? I mean, I know we have some regional routes through here... I didn't think they'd get rerouted so easily, though. Well, hopefully this one's not going to a ski lodge. Or back from one.
tailchasing: (005)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-20 08:45 pm (UTC)(link)
[Probably, but Zeke lights up at the idea. Wow, he could already be getting his 'big break'! ]

Alright. Um... [He pats himself for a piece of paper, and then just makes a helpless motion with his hands.] Whenever you can get your phone ready? I'm afraid I'm a little out of paper on me at the moment.

[personal profile] informantic 2018-03-20 08:51 pm (UTC)(link)
[Oh.

Oh, that's actually a nice gesture.

Damnit, why does Heigo always have to assume that everyone is out to make a mockery of him? Too many jabs that hit too close to home early in life? Parents that have never taken him seriously when he does anything but what they want? He's got no idea, but God, it makes him feel like such a jackass in moments like this.]


I guess that's reason enough to look like an idiot for one night. [Which is nowhere near an apology or thanks. After weighing his options, Heigo decides he much prefers the latter and adds:] Thank you, John.

[personal profile] informantic 2018-03-20 08:56 pm (UTC)(link)
Of course, that'll be no problem. I have a spare pair of glasses in the glove compartment, so...

[Heigo finally gets to his feet at that point, frowning down at his bedraggled clothes as if they're his biggest concern. After a fair bit of straightening and fussing with them, he considers the showers with a leery glance, then decides to head for one of the sinks and just splash water on his face and neck instead. He almost feels like himself again once he's got his hair wetted and combed back off his forehead.]

Do you need anything else before we leave? [He lets out a small, self-deprecating sniff of laughter.] I'm fully aware that I still smell like an unwashed bull, by the way, but I think that's baked right into the suit now. We can keep the windows open.
quiet_storm: (Not this again)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-20 09:03 pm (UTC)(link)
And he never bothered to tell me about it either.

[Cloud stuck his hand out for Zack to return his phone.]
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (29)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-20 09:13 pm (UTC)(link)
[Zack hands it back but not without a curious expression.]

Is that what you're upset about?
floret: (spring-street storefront daisies)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-20 09:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Wow, you have a lot of them! ...Congratulations!
beneathmoonlight: (Like this)

[personal profile] beneathmoonlight 2018-03-20 09:14 pm (UTC)(link)
[It’s actually kind of endearing how much Heigo fusses with his suit, and Atsushi can’t help but wonder how much he spent on it. He doesn’t own any expensive clothes himself, so getting covered head to toe in flour everyday is really no big deal. He’s also curious just how many times Heigo has broken his glasses to have a spare pair in his car...]

No, I don’t need anything. [Atsushi lets out a soft, airy laugh.] That’s all right. I’m not really worried about how you smell. I’m just hoping we don’t get lost on another detour...

[Atsushi finishes off his coffee and gets to his feet before disposing of it in a nearby trash bin.]

Ready when you are, Heigo-san.
quiet_storm: (Would you like a little sarcasm?)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-20 09:16 pm (UTC)(link)
No, that's why I don't believe it. None of this makes sense.

[Except he's starting to believe it.]
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[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-20 09:20 pm (UTC)(link)
Even if we did tell you before you got the app again, you would have forgotten all about it.

[He can't really explain how it works because hell if he knows.

He grabs Cloud, tucking his head under his arm and ruffles Cloud's hair up with his knuckles.]


Life still goes on! You still get stuck in snow banks!
quiet_storm: (Face the future unafraid)

Bonus

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-20 09:25 pm (UTC)(link)
[Hey, Cloud was one of these people of a certain paygrade!]


Or maybe they figure they've earned their pay for dealing with you.

No offense, but you don't exactly sound like the datable type.

My whats?
quiet_storm: (Must...  not...  smile...)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-20 09:29 pm (UTC)(link)
... I wasn't stuck!

[Cloud makes a futile attempt to ward off Zack's ruffling with his hands, but it probably doesn't make much of a deterrent because Cloud is trying not to laugh at the same time.]

I was just taking a little break!
espansivo: (06 is a manipulative mystery)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-20 09:30 pm (UTC)(link)
[oh, he likes first timers. leo grins and nods, wrapping a hand around atsushi's wrist and tugging him to sit on the bed so leo can straddle him.]

That's fine, that's fine~. Sometimes the beginning's more fun than the end anyway. Just relax, 'kay? I gonna kiss you a lot.

[and introduced getting handsy later. warning given, leo dives in to kiss atsushi again, playing with his dark hair.]
Edited 2018-03-20 21:31 (UTC)
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[personal profile] livingimpaired 2018-03-20 09:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Don't worry. I was not intending to pinch you.

[ Kei holds his hands up as he takes his seat next to the man. The side of his face looks like it has a particularly vicious pinch. He didn't wear any green today, because he forgot about the holiday. Things like holidays tends to slip away when one is attempting to put out the fire that is his current life choices.

Lifting his hand up, he rubs the side of his face. He flinches just a little over the soreness of it. ]
This holiday is really interesting. Normally, people would not get so handsy with a stranger, and yet they feel the need because tradition says so. Tradition and drink.

[ He chuckles as he lifts his head and hand up as he orders. ] Ah, I'll just have a scotch. [ A pause as he looks over at his companion. ] But are you all right? You look particularly run down.
espansivo: (30 to kaguya's castle)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-20 09:33 pm (UTC)(link)
Mm? What loving side? I don't know what you're talking about, Nazu, bad guys like me don't have sides like that, so you better stop talkin' shit before I make ya stop.

[even if it's only half threatening, tugging on nazuna's hair with a slightly embarrassed scowl at being called out.]
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[personal profile] livingimpaired 2018-03-20 09:37 pm (UTC)(link)
I apologize. My schedule is so sporadic that even I cannot tell you when I am or am not free sometimes. [ Kei gives a half-smile at the fact that Kongo would give up some of the sandwich at all. But that is how he is; it is the difference in their odd states. At the core, he believes the man does goodness for goodness sake rather than driven by morals or duty.

Pushing himself up to stand, he breathes out slow. ]
You reward the ants that are being nothing more than opportunists. [ These aren't scolding words but more laced with amusement. ] And you're welcome. But I should let you know that some other woodland creatures came to join you in your sleep. Rabbits and the sort.

Yet I think you would not mind if it was snakes or possums. [ A pause. ] Were you planning on having a picnic?
huxceptional: (Ew)

[personal profile] huxceptional 2018-03-20 09:37 pm (UTC)(link)
What are you laughing about?!

My message was completely serious!
espansivo: (25 and hold me tight)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-20 09:44 pm (UTC)(link)
no it was the middle of the day after i got into a fight with them. and then i used what money i'd gotten from doing shit with the friends they didn't like and flew to japan to live with family there.

by the way they sucked too and wanted to send me back so i ditched them and went rogue.


[he is very dramatic and, theoretically, cool.]
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[personal profile] possiblegirl 2018-03-20 09:47 pm (UTC)(link)

[Clara's eyes widen in horror, but she makes herself stay outwardly calm. One hand outstretched towards him. What's happened to him?!

A cautious step. ]

Of course you know me.

Clara, Doctor. Your friend. We've known each other quite some time.

Did you hit your head?

OH BOY

[personal profile] informantic 2018-03-20 09:48 pm (UTC)(link)
[Everything about Heigo, from posture to facial expression, relaxes considerably when the man beside him clarifies that he's not taking part in the festivities. He glances sidelong at Kei with a neutral smile, then does a double-take at the nasty bruise on his face. It takes impressive restraint to call St. Patrick's Day "interesting" when it's already landed a blow like that.

That restraint and mild-mannered bemusement about everyone running around pinching each other is really what captures Heigo's attention, enough so that he decides to maintain the conversation instead of cutting it off with another curt remark.]


Ah - that's just my face. No matter how I'm feeling, I always get people asking if I'm alright. [Because he's always run down but anyway.] I could do without all the festive handsyness though, I won't deny that. I hope a stranger didn't give you that welt on your cheek, because that's over the line for any day of the year.
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[personal profile] pronounces 2018-03-20 09:54 pm (UTC)(link)
[ ah, did he hit a sore point? ]

Oooh, scary... ~ ♪ [ the tug doesn't seem to ruffle him too much, and nazuna ends up giggling, taking his hand out of his hair and scooching a little closer in the blankets. in fact, he drops his head to rest it on leo's shoulder, snuggling his cheek into it, small hands coming up in the blankets to wrap around his upper arm. there, there, no need to be grumpy... ] I feel a little more special, maybe, knowing I get to see it. ☆

[ so there! it's not a bad thing at all! ] Niichan's a good secret keeper, don't worry.

[personal profile] informantic 2018-03-20 09:57 pm (UTC)(link)
[Heigo slams back the last of his coffee and drops his can in the trash as well, shaking his head at Atsushi's concern as he leads the way to the parking lot.]

As soon as I recognize our surroundings, I'm following my usual routes everywhere I need to go. Anyone who wants to stop me will have to lie down in front of my car unless there's already a black hole in the way.

[That's quite an exaggeration of how determined he is not to be led on another wild goose chase, but honestly, today's been so aggressively weird that it's starting to make Heigo angry. He just wants to find a safe, familiar place to relax a bit and consider everything Atsushi just laid out for him, maybe contact some friends and see if any of then can corroborate what Atsushi's said about Retrospec. Not to mention the work he still has to do on his latest short story...

... maybe relaxing won't be a part of his evening after all. But the familiar place damn well will be, he's not budging on that part.]


Here's mine. [He points out his sensible little subcompact car when they reach the parking lot and unlocks it, grabbing his spare glasses the moment he's inside.] Whereabouts do you live, Atsushi?
quiet_storm: (Not this again)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-20 10:00 pm (UTC)(link)
The shop's customer and employee contact database.

If it's our fault, sorry.

I'll see if there's anything we can do about it.
huxceptional: (Sadface)

[personal profile] huxceptional 2018-03-20 10:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[What. What the fuck.

Hux is barely paying attention to the fact that he's slowly getting soaked now, something that would normally anger the redhead. He's just staring with wide eyes at Ren, obviously unnerved by whatever trick he did on him. He was gripping his umbrella rather tightly and yet it was yanked away from him...

How is any of that possible? Why has everything stopped making sense suddenly?

He turns his frightened expression to the offered hand, but Hux just slowly starts to back away from Ren. It only takes a couple more seconds before he turns and runs away.]