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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!
livingimpaired: (Default)

[personal profile] livingimpaired 2018-03-23 04:08 am (UTC)(link)
Good and optimistic news.
No one without the app would ever hear about anything bad.
That is because those outside of the app forget everything odd that has happened.
steelguarded: (12)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-23 04:10 am (UTC)(link)
Mal-what?

[Brian is super good with the computers he swears]
quiet_storm: (Not this again)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-23 04:16 am (UTC)(link)
[Cloud sighs, then turns his phone around so the Norse giant mechanic can see the screen, pointing at the icon.]

It's this "Retro-spec" thing that keeps popping up anytime I log in, anywhere.
steelguarded: (03)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-23 04:20 am (UTC)(link)
Oh yeah that thing. I haven't been able to really use my phone in weeks.
blazeoflife: (Heeeey~!)

[personal profile] blazeoflife 2018-03-23 04:27 am (UTC)(link)
"Haha, right? Can't resist that delicious pizza..."

Pat patting the soil around the flower, Jun checked a few times to make sure it was nice and covered, and the plant wasn't being wilty.

"Though, you know, they make pizza different in Japan than over here."

He handed Kurt his small shovel, while moving to grab the other flower. Time to dig more holes!
quiet_storm: (I need to think this over)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-23 04:28 am (UTC)(link)
[Cloud turns his phone back around to tap at the screen.]

Mine usually works, but some Email addresses seem to trigger it. I guess your shop has a "lucky" one? I didn't hit send, maybe it won't mess up your system if I don't... Damnit. The program sent it anyway.
blazeoflife: (What the?)

[personal profile] blazeoflife 2018-03-23 04:31 am (UTC)(link)
Sorry dude, Jun just has always been a blabber mouth.

"A-ah hey, careful."

Jun was then back down on his knees, dusting the dirt off the poor plant.

"Oh yeah? What's got you out so late?--Oh, sorry, I didn't get your name either."
steelguarded: (02)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-23 04:34 am (UTC)(link)
[Brian walks over to his own computer and painstakingly pecks out his password]

Well, looks like I got it. I'll print it and run it over to the machine shop. No modified existing parts, right? Has to be original fabrications?
blazeoflife: (Hit em hard and fast!)

[personal profile] blazeoflife 2018-03-23 04:34 am (UTC)(link)
A-ah yeah! Water, that'd definitely help!

[It's their baby!! They can't let it die!!]

Lemme go grab a watering can- be back in a second!

[--and there he went. Wow, actually Jun was pretty fast runner-- welll then again, he was on the baseball team. He was back in less than a minute, taking deep breaths as he held out the sloshing watering can out for Minako to take.]

H-here...!
blazeoflife: (This is laaammmme...)

[personal profile] blazeoflife 2018-03-23 04:39 am (UTC)(link)
"...Dude, no. I don't wanna join em...!"

Seriously? This guy some sort of smartass or something?

That's Jun's job. Sometimes. He can be pretty good at it!

"I just, mean... What the hell are they? ...No, I know they're jackhammers, but..."

Gesturing towards them, Jun's other hand went to rub the back of his neck.

"Part of me is going 'yeah, they've totally been like this!'... but there's another part of me that's going 'this is totally not how jackhammers are!' And I... I like, can't tell which part is telling the truth...?"
quiet_storm: (Not this again)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-23 04:44 am (UTC)(link)
Just the center axel. That will need to be made as one solid piece or it won't be strong enough. Everything else can be modified.

[Cloud frowns at the screen some more.]

This says it was sent to someone's personal E-mail, not the shop's. Brian... ?
steelguarded: (15)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-23 04:55 am (UTC)(link)
You can tell the difference between personal and business emails? Man, the things computers can do today.

[The point. Brian's head. Never shall these things be joined.]
blacksong: (pic#11614371)

[personal profile] blacksong 2018-03-23 05:01 am (UTC)(link)
[Is it better to be honest and at least try to prepare Lina for what she might run into, or not say anything and try to keep her in the dark to protect her.......... Objectively, she knows they're all grown up now, and she can't protect them from every problem anyways, but still. It's hard not to feel that way still.

So after a loooong pause as she debates over this:]


well
yeah
but i just try to ignore it
quiet_storm: (Serious for a moment)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-23 05:02 am (UTC)(link)
[A point-repelling head is great if you routinely go into sword battles without a helmet! Cloud should upgrade from the extremely-thick-skull version.]

Is your name "Brian Bergman?"
steelguarded: (05)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-23 05:03 am (UTC)(link)
Yep, that's me!

[It's OK Cloud, not everybody can be extremely resistant to all forms of damage and common sense]
hairstroke: pixiv id: 51885356 (★ Ever since I was born)

magatus

[personal profile] hairstroke 2018-03-23 05:04 am (UTC)(link)
[ Leon had made himself a spot on the lounge, sipping on hot chocolate as he was attempting to warm himself up. He was staring outside the window, looking at the snow as he's suddenly alerted by the sound of a familiar voice.

When he turns his head, he's pleasantly surprised and greets Ain with a small wave. ]


Honestly. [ He doesn't have a problem with the snow sports, but ice skating is totally top tier!! ] Maybe Ice skating is too graceful for whoever is in charge of this place.
quiet_storm: (Face the future unafraid)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-23 05:10 am (UTC)(link)
I'm Cloud Strife. My contact information should be in the Email, let me know if they can do it, and for how much?

[But what if Cloud pretends really, really hard, that he grew up and joined the elite corps of protagonist tanks? That trick worked for him once, right?]
eldain: (あの時横切った)

[personal profile] eldain 2018-03-23 05:11 am (UTC)(link)
[ Ain's mood of tenuous murder displeasure is greatly improved by the fact that Leon is here with him - someone to commiserate with, perhaps, but he knows the other young man to have his head in the right place, and reliability seems to be in short supply.

He doesn't reply immediately, taking a draught of his own tea, his expression shifting subtly from carefully crafted pleasantry to one more genuine. ]


I would not be surprised, considering their customer service.

[ Surely, ice skating is much more superior to running down a hill at high speeds in a marshmallow suit and possibly making a fool of oneself. Skating is, in contrast, the pursuit of artistry. ]

How is the day treating you?
Edited 2018-03-23 05:12 (UTC)
breakingvoice: (going round in circles)

[personal profile] breakingvoice 2018-03-23 05:16 am (UTC)(link)
[really, Lina's just glad she got a response that actually seems sincere.]

( ̄ω ̄)

of course you try to ignore it! but for those of us who want to know what kinds of things we're getting into, i'm going to ask these random strangers questions. unless you wanted to tell me the kinds of things people see (゚ペ)?
guitar_hero: (pulls at face)

[personal profile] guitar_hero 2018-03-23 05:28 am (UTC)(link)
[and now she's in the car with him. That's just great. He's tempted to get out again but the driver is glaring at him and he doesn't want to make that lady's day any more difficult than it already is]

The Metropol on Main. [he said giving the name of a hotel that would hopefully serve to... he didn't know. At least not lead this girl right up to his bloody doorstep]

So... you made it. And it's John Smith. Get that through your thick head. Have you got nothing in there but pudding? [knocks on her head]
axeswing: (pic#12163112)

[personal profile] axeswing 2018-03-23 05:38 am (UTC)(link)
[ Instinctively his expression seems to brighten the moment Natalia greets him with her smile. A familiar face that gives him a surge of energy, completely depleting any physical exhaustion he may have felt earlier. ]

Gotcha~ Here, lemme have it. [ He's indicating the shovel, to which he takes from her hands the second he's allowed to. He places his foot on the step, pushing down into the stubborn dirt. ] I meant to get here a earlier, since I saw you earlier, [ At least he wants to think it was her!? ] but I got pulled around here and there. Sorry about that.
blacksong: (one of her more reasonable faces tbh)

[personal profile] blacksong 2018-03-23 05:41 am (UTC)(link)
idek how to describe it really
there's just? a lot of weird shit?
but most importantly things might get dangerous now that you have the app
you need to keep that in mind
breakingvoice: (pretend it's all okay)

[personal profile] breakingvoice 2018-03-23 05:45 am (UTC)(link)
...what do you mean, 'dangerous?' are we not supposed to be seeing the things we start seeing?
blacksong: (watches mikhail take a piss)

[personal profile] blacksong 2018-03-23 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
yes? no?
honestly i don't really get it
i don't think anyone does but jasmine might be able to explain better
the point is if you hear someone saying something like monsters are popping up
they're not joking
they're talking about actual real life monsters


[She doesn't want to have to worry Lina with something like this, but with the potential danger there, well... She should know. At least about this.]
breakingvoice: (i'm better off dead)

[personal profile] breakingvoice 2018-03-23 05:53 am (UTC)(link)
i see.

[well that's definitely one way to approach this. and it's definitely something she'll remember. but Rose also said something else.]

so... does this mean you and Jasmine are talking more?