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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!
strayknight: (pic#12166299)

[personal profile] strayknight 2018-03-25 08:58 pm (UTC)(link)
No the idol school stuff.

[Finally a question but then he's tilting his head.]

...H-Huh, well nice to meet you.
dejerate: (Will you be twice)

[personal profile] dejerate 2018-03-25 09:05 pm (UTC)(link)
You have a -- no, wait. Your family is like really rich so I guess that would make sense. So you're staying here in Pesgare for now? Until you come to Recolle?

[Somehow, he shouldn't really be surprised. Mika's family were rather well off. And Yuu himself had been more distracted and occupied lately with the app and school and all. So he can't entirely blame Mika for not managing to tell him about the move.]

I've been....yeah, alright. More or less. At least it seems like we'll be here at Recolle a while. In comparison to other moves. Plus, Ava is here, so. That helps.

[And hurts, kind of. In that she doesn't have the app anymore for him to talk to about it, but.]

huxceptional: (Ew)

[personal profile] huxceptional 2018-03-25 09:12 pm (UTC)(link)
How bad can it be?!

[He has no idea who Armitage Hux may have been in the past, assuming that was his name still. But no matter what, it doesn't concern him at all.]

Even if he was a lowly drop out, it just further gives reason for me to ignore his existence.

selfloving: (XIII.)

iv.

[personal profile] selfloving 2018-03-25 09:14 pm (UTC)(link)
[It truly is a tragedy.

The actual tragedy, however, is the pout of a little sister. Jasmine likes to think that, being the sternest of them all, she's the best at resisting does eyes and pleas and drama.

She's not even fooling herself. Jasmine's just as pliable as she was when she was younger, no matter what else has changed or what apprehensive pits form in the bottom of her stomach when she thinks their collective past might eventually tear them apart.

The little paper plate she's holding hasn't been touched all that much, yet, but she doesn't hesitate, or even look over at the scene of the murder, before offering it to Lina without fanfare.
]

Why don't you just take some of mine. I've already had plenty.
littlestbaskerville: i'm totally and completely 100% innocent (✿ we'll fulfill our dreams &we'll be -)

Sorry sis~

[personal profile] littlestbaskerville 2018-03-25 09:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Okay!!
quiet_storm: (Serious for a moment)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 09:33 pm (UTC)(link)
... But I had something green?

[He points back in the direction of the bar. Someone takes the opportunity to pinch his forearm. Cloud just sighs and shakes his head.]
chrysology: (Dying for)

[personal profile] chrysology 2018-03-25 09:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Do I want to ask what happened last month?
quiet_storm: (Would you like a little sarcasm?)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 09:43 pm (UTC)(link)
What about those kung fu movies where they learn how to fight with teacups on their heads?

[Finally, having brushed off enough snow, Cloud studied the terrain. How was he going to get back up to the packed snow area? It wasn't that high, maybe ten feet, but it would be a rough climb in the powdery snow. Hmm.]

Hey Zack? Do you think you could give me a boost up?
cardcaptured: <user name=fleeting> | DNS (And you've been kind of smart)

[personal profile] cardcaptured 2018-03-25 10:32 pm (UTC)(link)
You say 'just kidding', but that sounds extremely suspicious. And illegal.

[Seriously, HE DOESN'T EVEN KNOW WHAT 'DLed' IS, but that whole reaction seems super sketch??

But ugh, god, not another one of these people sent to his phone by Zee. At least he knew Harlequin, but this name rings absolutely no bells.]


Retrospec tends to do that, though. It's probably on whatever other devices you have now, too. Contrary to what you might think, it's not a virus, but it's just about as annoying as one.

[personal profile] cardcaptured 2018-03-25 10:39 pm (UTC)(link)
[He can't help but scowl at her pout, although her jab does seem to hit a sensitive spot as he bristles just slightly.]

I... I'm fine how I am!

You're the one who needs to be more mature about things. No one's ever going to take someone who pinches people for ridiculous reasons like those seriously.
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (87)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-25 10:48 pm (UTC)(link)
[He laughs,] You really want to see me trying to balance teacups on my head while kickboxing?

[Then he blinks and stares at Cloud, unsure what he means by giving him a boost.]

A boost where?
quiet_storm: (Must...  not...  smile...)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 10:55 pm (UTC)(link)
If it helps you learn not to break doors, yeah.

[Cloud points.]

There. The path I launched from to get down here. If I can stand on your shoulders or something I'll be more than halfway there.
cardcaptured: <user name=fleeting> | DNS (you caught my eye)

[personal profile] cardcaptured 2018-03-25 10:55 pm (UTC)(link)
[If it was anyone else, it probably WOULD come off like some huge joke, but Xiaolang wasn't that sort of boy, and his sense of humor was next to non-existent as it is. Still, that sort of info is a tough pill for ANYONE to swallow, and when the first five minutes tick by without a response, Xiaolang assumes Harlequin brushed it off, much like any sane person would. So when his phone vibrates, not too long after, with the other boy's response, he's quick to shoot another message back.]

We don't know what Retrospec means by that, exactly, but from what I'm assuming, it's who we were in our previous lives.

The people working for the company said they collect... shards, of some kind, from destroyed worlds, that contain people's souls, and they're trying to... align us, somehow, with those and our bodies. A lot of it involves remembering things from those other lives, or receiving things we used to own, but some of the changes have been on the more extreme side.

It sounds very far-fetched and illogical, but it's the only explanation we've really gotten from them.
Edited 2018-03-25 22:56 (UTC)
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (13)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-25 10:59 pm (UTC)(link)
[Thanks, Cloud. Now he's gonna try to balance teacups on his head and probably make a total disaster out of it.

He stares some more and then laughs loudly, throwing his head back with the motion.]


Are you saying... You want me to throw you up there so you can board down again?
quiet_storm: (Life is good)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 11:07 pm (UTC)(link)
[Start with plastic kiddie tea set toys?]

Well I was thinking you'd help me climb it. You don't really think you can launch me ten feet, do you?
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (16)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-25 11:13 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, you said-

[A considering expression.]

What- you don't think I can?? I totally can. You weight a bucket of feathers.
quiet_storm: (Would you like a little sarcasm?)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 11:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[Cloud grins widely and crosses his arms over his chest.]

Ten feet vertical? Bet you can't...
quiet_storm: (Face the future unafraid)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-25 11:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Like Robert Jordan? Or George R. R. Martin, at the rate he's going.

[Cloud wasn't going to bother setting aside books he was thinking about buying, not just now anyway.]

The Myth books are really quick reads. High-quality fluff. Great for when you're not in the mood for something heavy.
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (60)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-26 12:15 am (UTC)(link)
[Zack pokes Cloud in the chest and then flicks his chin up with a finger.]

Prepare to be amazed, Cloud. Hope you're better at landing than you were just now.

[He grins wolfishly and then clasps his hands together like he intends to give Cloud that boost up.]

Come at me.
Edited 2018-03-26 00:17 (UTC)
mercurio: ❥ponponpon (071)

[personal profile] mercurio 2018-03-26 12:33 am (UTC)(link)
On you, dude.

[prompto's snickering. cloud's arm and sides are going to be covered in bruises tomorrow for sure.]

Imma get you a green shirt that's so bright you'll need sunglasses for yourself!
quiet_storm: (Must...  not...  smile...)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-26 12:41 am (UTC)(link)
Better maneuverability in rough terrain...

[Maybe this guy was the type who would rather stand there chatting for twenty minutes until Cloud managed to dig himself out under his own power than offer to help. That kind of strong-protector-of-those-in-need attitude didn't usually come with go-to-extreme-lengths-to-respect-other-people's-dignity.

Or maybe he was just bored and enjoyed watching the minor suffering of strangers. Either way, Cloud was perfectly happy not to ask for help. Maybe he did have an overblown sense of pride. He kept digging.]


And if I have to end up on my ass, I'd rather not break both shinbones in the process.
quiet_storm: (Must...  not...  smile...)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-26 12:50 am (UTC)(link)
[Cloud fell for that chest-poke chin-flick EVERY SINGLE TIME. This was no exception. He smirked and shook his head in amusement, then unsnapped the snowboard from his boot and took a few measured steps back.]

If you can't do it, you're buying me lunch on Monday. Deal?
quiet_storm: (Not this again)

[personal profile] quiet_storm 2018-03-26 12:56 am (UTC)(link)
[The mental image made him shudder.]

How about we get dinner instead?
activatingcombatmode: <user name=sefirot> (104)

[personal profile] activatingcombatmode 2018-03-26 01:19 am (UTC)(link)
[Everytime. That's why he likes you, Cloud.

Zack continues to look confident and nods.]


I'll buy you lunch all week if I can't. How about that for a deal?

[COME AT HIM, BRO]
notdelicate: (You can do it!)

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-26 01:22 am (UTC)(link)
Hey, I can't drink either but I'm still having fun.

[She pats him on the shoulder comfortingly.]

Have you tried pinching anyone? Or eating festive novelty food? There's nothing they won't put green food coloring in.