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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!
littlestbaskerville: ablublublu you're a meanie!! (✿ i'm just looking for the sky that i -)

[personal profile] littlestbaskerville 2018-03-22 10:10 pm (UTC)(link)
[It was so much fun!]

Sharing is good though! What if I never showed you?

[Lily is really blunt with that. It was nice to share the things you loved right?

Leaning into Leo's whisper she then makes a face and violently shakes her head before puffing her cheeks.]


No! That's wrong still, even if we wanna share them we can't steal.
littlestbaskerville: except what is a yandere pot i'm in that pot too (✿ you're already in high spirits.)

[personal profile] littlestbaskerville 2018-03-22 10:13 pm (UTC)(link)
He's taking me home though?

...I don't know why you want one but okay!


[Lily takes a picture of the man. His hair is brown and he has a few piercings too.]
huxceptional: (Stare)

[personal profile] huxceptional 2018-03-22 10:14 pm (UTC)(link)
I'm a professor at Recolle University and I contribute to research there, I would consider that to be highly impressive!

Can you make a similar claim to that?
notyourutopian: (Frustrated)

Eleanor is so going to develop an ulcer with lily on retrospec...

[personal profile] notyourutopian 2018-03-22 10:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Thanks

Of course he is.

I will meet you at home then.
livingimpaired: (Default)

[personal profile] livingimpaired 2018-03-22 10:17 pm (UTC)(link)
All right.

[ No reason to keep argue with it, anyway. ]

Thank you.
It is always nice to make new customers.
And also, I think it is good to have something to look forward to.
Things right now are rather confusing, aren't they?
blacksong: (i brought a present)

[personal profile] blacksong 2018-03-22 10:25 pm (UTC)(link)
it's just really weird is all
you get messages from random fuckos like that carlisle guy
or half your texts end up as misfires
there's really no point to it just stick to regular texting tbh


[NO PLEASE LINA NO ACTIVE ROLE IS NECESSARY FROM YOU!!]
blacksong: (genuine or nasty which could it be)

[personal profile] blacksong 2018-03-22 10:28 pm (UTC)(link)
No, really, I have to insist. This is better for you in the long run. Besides, there's probably somewhere else you can buy an umbrella.

[Probably. Maybe. Possibly? Naturally she doesn't care in the least if he finds one or not. As for what she's doing here, well. It was just supposed to be a trip outside the city for fun, but if she has to spend part of it with him, you can bet she'll make it as difficult for him as possible.]
argone: <user name=cupcakegraphics> (Sheepish)

[personal profile] argone 2018-03-22 10:29 pm (UTC)(link)
[God, she snorts a laugh. She can't help it.]

What's it look like? The car.
quiet_storm: (Face the future unafraid)

II

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-22 10:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[Cloud had been sitting with his back against a tree while chipmunks ran over his arms when he heard someone's voice.]

Huh?

[He stood up, brushed some of the grass off his jeans, and headed in the voice's direction.]

Yeah, I am. What's up?
huxceptional: (Ew)

[personal profile] huxceptional 2018-03-22 10:39 pm (UTC)(link)
R-release me this instant!

[His voice is still panicked and he tries to pull his arm away from Ren, but he's unable to escape his grasp. Maybe if he was stronger or actually became a soldier, he'd be able to escape--]

Why should I believe you?! [A guy with telekinesis that speaks complete nonsense... what's not to be wary about?!]

You must be at least somewhat aware that you're creepy!
hauntedsavior: (analyze your apathy)

[personal profile] hauntedsavior 2018-03-22 11:03 pm (UTC)(link)
[it takes Anna 35 to get there. she was ready at 15, of course, but had to spend a lot of time deciding whether she'd even show up, figuring out what to wear, and briefly considering whether she should bring her sword.]

[she has decided not to.]

[when she walks in, her hair longer than she'd ever kept it and her jacket covered in patches from punk and mental bands that she'd never listened to before, she takes a moment to look around, and there's... her lips are drawn tight and she does her damnedest not to show much shock when her gaze inevitably falls on the girl she'd recognize anywhere as her little sister.]

[it doesn't take her long to walk up to the table and sit down across from her, just because she knows she's already come this far and it would be cowardly to walk away. her voice sounds scratchier than her sister might remember, but seven years of smoking will do that.]


Beatrice.
breakingvoice: (alone and depressed)

[personal profile] breakingvoice 2018-03-22 11:50 pm (UTC)(link)
i don't think that's all it is ( •᷄⌓•᷅ ) people are saying it makes me see new things, and i don't think the only new thing it's going to make me see is a bad text app
tailchasing: (005)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-22 11:51 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, okay. Well, I guess I'll just keep looking for these, then. [What's with that look? It's just a gold coin?

He flips it back into his pocket with a smooth motion.

And continue walking. This is getting awkward fast, but whatever.
]
breakingvoice: (there's a voice in my head)

[personal profile] breakingvoice 2018-03-22 11:53 pm (UTC)(link)
so... people can actually delete it but it comes back at random too? (๑°⌓°๑) it sounds more like a virus than an app!

what kinds of new things does it help people see, anyway?
tailchasing: (008)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-22 11:54 pm (UTC)(link)
[It buzzes and rings the instrumental version of a popular music song, and Zeke holds up his phone, wiggling it between a couple fingers with a totally, genuinely happy grin, before rejecting the call and reaching up to give a brief, chest-pat of a salute to the older man.]

Thank you very much for any opportunity this may afford! [Because why not, right? And this one was raised by an actual family so he has manners.]
floret: (spring-street storefront daisies)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-22 11:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, I'm an RU student! What do you teach?

Anyway it's not really that I thought you were lying about being busy and successful...
It just seemed like a funny thing to say.
Like, it doesn't actually have anything to do with the fact that you're not interested, you know?
tailchasing: (009)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-23 12:01 am (UTC)(link)
[Hey, he thinks it's a perfectly fair trade, all things considered. Going to get his boxes back organized so he can make off with them.]

I'm pretty sure 'curtains and fabrics' are part of set building, too. Besides, you should probably find the person who does have your box if you don't have it, 'cause that means they have the wrong box for whatever they're doing.

Good luck!
tailchasing: (013)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-23 12:04 am (UTC)(link)
Uhh... [Actually, yeah, he's pretty much surprised it hasn't happened yet.]

Yeah I guess I am. [Hands up behind the head.] ... You look like hell, you alright? Tell me that wasn't my pinch.
floret: (i'm resolved to being born)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-23 12:05 am (UTC)(link)
lol! I bet you say that to all the boys. (literally all of them, maybe)
Oh, now that you mention it, though, I actually spent like all of February in hell! It was mostly just super hot and uncomfortable, but I had to fight a doppelganger of myself at one point.

Yes, come over! I'll be home tonight at like...... 7?
I have a new roommate, but he's cool.
long_live_the_queen: (lookin kinda smug there)

[personal profile] long_live_the_queen 2018-03-23 12:07 am (UTC)(link)
[It's an object that exists. It's suspicious.

After a moment, Lucy thankfully stops looking at him. But she continues talking.
]

Where'd you get that?
tailchasing: (013)

[personal profile] tailchasing 2018-03-23 12:09 am (UTC)(link)
I found it laying around. [It's plastic and cheap, but...]

There's some scavenger hunt for them. You get fifty bucks if you turn ten of 'em into town hall.
livingimpaired: (Default)

[personal profile] livingimpaired 2018-03-23 12:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ His shoulders and eyebrows lift, as he closes his eyes. It's a gesture that reads "guilty as charged." But just because he is sure of himself doesn't mean that he is not wrong, of course. ]

You wish to see every route that could be available to you so that you can choose the most favorable one. [ Kei lowers his shoulders and returns his expression to a neutral one. He sips again at his drink, hums soft around the rim of the glass. ] Indeed. No matter how honest that we are... someone will come to see our actions as being different than what they are intended. [ He thinks of how his friends call him "kind," and that they are lucky to have met him. But well, everyone wants to believe their friends wish the best. ]

Again, you are speaking to a stranger. You can be as authentic as you like. I have no reason to judge you when my own personality is what it is.
floret: (but i'll push myself up through the dirt)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-23 12:22 am (UTC)(link)
Do you want anything while I'm up? They've got, like... bratwurst.

[ The organizer might be getting a little impatient at this point... how much more idle conversation can they get away with ]
floret: (and the new dead leaves—)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-23 12:24 am (UTC)(link)
[ He accepts all the candy. ]

So, anyway...
Happy St Patrick's Day...
I guess?
floret: (of my distant friends)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-23 12:29 am (UTC)(link)
I don't know. I'm actually not sure how much of the weirdness they're responsible for; it's possible they aren't the ones who keep everyone from realizing, but are actually the ones who enable some of us to do so. There's at least one larger phenomenon at work... it's something to do with "unreality." The Retrospec employees can affect that on some level, but a lot of it might just be happening on its own.

...It's all really confusing.