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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!
floret: (cast its cold eye?)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-26 05:28 am (UTC)(link)
What's their objection to the army rations? You don't look like you're doing too badly on them.

Bwuhhh... I don't know how to answer that. I mean, I'd like to think that I'm reasonably civic-minded, but I do usually sit out the ones that primarily involve manual labor.
sundays: (☆ SPARKLES LOUDLY)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:29 am (UTC)(link)
[She's so pretty.... Chiaki makes the very strong attempt to fight down his own fluster as he clues back into reality. She - also looks a little familiar? His eyes linger on her face a second longer for that reason, rather than being a stupid boy (probably).

Yet he continues with a laugh - ]


Your nee-san has really good taste! Red is the color of heroes, after all. ☆ I'm sure that her heart burns brightly too!

[Okay, you cheeseball.]

[personal profile] rememberher 2018-03-26 05:30 am (UTC)(link)
[ Stumbling forward as the large dog headbutts her, Penny laughs gently before spinning around. Crouching, she sets her bag down. ]

I know, I know. I didn't forget about you, Biggs.

[ Reaching into her bag, she pulls out a few treats, giving them to the canine with a few pats on the head. Hopefully that will be enough to placate him. With that taken care of, she grabs her bag and walks behind the counter and into the shop.

Swinging the bag behind her back, she makes her way toward the car he's working on. A smile on her face, she bends down slightly. ]


Biggs told me you could use a dinner break.

[ Clearly he did. ]
sundays: (☆ IF YOU WANT MY BODY)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:31 am (UTC)(link)
Ah... for once, this adventure was one I agreed to on purpose...

[how is that possible chiaki]

One second I was making a left turn - and the next, I was skidding down a snowy mountain? Where is this anyway? I was supposed to have another three hours until I got anywhere close to the city!

[based on his gps.... whICH CLEARLY IS OFF ANYWAY]
sundays: (☆ IKEMEN)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:32 am (UTC)(link)
I wouldn't think that at all!

[WITH SO MUCH CONFIDENCE, WOW.]

My family is wonderful - you've met Hinata at least, haven't you? There's Rise, too! They're wonderful, and they never would've stopped talking to their aniki so suddenly if they had any say in it. I thought for a second that maybe it was a rebellious phase... but that couldn't have lasted more than a week!

[he's so confident about his ability to maintain his relationship with his siblings wow.]

But that's fine - we'll just make sure that we have to go to them! Were you trying to get in touch with anyone outside the city, Mizuki?
steelguarded: (05)

[personal profile] steelguarded 2018-03-26 05:33 am (UTC)(link)
[Biggs woofs happily and scarfs down the treats, tail wagging furiously. When Penny enters the back area, Brian slides out from under the car and smiles back]

Hey beautiful! Probably not a bad idea, I'm just finishing up on this guy and gonna call it a day. It'll probably be ten, fifteen minutes tops.
sundays: (☆ ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:33 am (UTC)(link)
Then let's go!

[CLENCHES FIST AS HE IMMEDIATELY STARTS OFF ON A DIRECTION

it's probably the wrong direction]
floret: (eight co-defendants)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-26 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
More or less, but it's a little more complicated than that. Apparently we're originally from all kinds of different worlds, and then those worlds all got destroyed, but there were bits of our souls left over (???) that they (???) were able to save and bring here (???). And gradually we regain that connection to the person we used to be in that other world, and it's somehow related to having access to the app. And also sometimes bizarre things happen for no reason.

(I know this is super unconvincing. I wouldn't worry too much about it for now anyway)
imaginex: (♦ curious)

[personal profile] imaginex 2018-03-26 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
[Oh she notices the stare that carries on a second too long. The girl is pretty, and so the attention isn't unique no matter how Sakura normally fidgets under it.

The only difference here is that she... finds herself staring too, head giving a gentle tilt as he carries on the conversation. Heroes and cheesy lines, huh...

A little nostalgic]


So you picture yourself a hero? [It's meant to be teasing, only to come out curious instead]
servileness: (0.06 sec)

[personal profile] servileness 2018-03-26 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ Clover has to wonder how Leo is Tsukasa's brother when Tsukasa is so... pure... and Leo seems so... not.

She likes Tsukasa enough that she's trying not to be too judgmental. ]


The number of users on Retrospec is large, but it's also a smaller world than you think. It's highly possible they are one and the same.

He has grey hair.
sundays: (☆ SUN OF LIFE)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
The pleasure is all mine!

[And he grins, even tries to extend his hand for a handshake - before he realizes that he's all soaked in the rain. Well then. He laughs sheepishly and retracts it back...]

Your idol school.... Is such a thing truly a problem?
maskreant: (pic#11465216)

[personal profile] maskreant 2018-03-26 05:35 am (UTC)(link)
"Yeah, you're right."

Akira was being partly serious, but also joking. Now that they had this covered, he geared his thoughts to giving this stranger some peace of mind to the sound of rattling jackhammers against concrete.

"The world is changing and, for some reason, only some people notices it." But the information about possibly reverting back to ignorant bliss was withheld, "congratulations on enlightenment."

How should he display this great feat? Stroking his chin, he contemplated for a moment before turning to him with jazz hands.
sundays: (☆ HEH!!!!)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:37 am (UTC)(link)
[imagine how many problems would be solved if chiaki remembered to actually introduce himself to people.

imagine.



but instead he's here, meeting her curiosity with his own. when she tilts her head to the side, he ends up doing the same, kinda like a really friendly dog? but at the question he gives out a laugh even as a hand settles over his heart.]


I think we're all doing our best to be heroes in our everyday lives, don't you?

They're so cool... and who doesn't want to help people? Even if I'm not a hero right now, I'll keep aspiring to be one!

[personal profile] rememberher 2018-03-26 05:37 am (UTC)(link)
[ Smiling brightly, Penny stands upright again, looking down at him. ]

You don't mind if I keep you company until you're done, do you?
espansivo: (11 at kaguya's castle)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-26 05:40 am (UTC)(link)
[the suzakura brothers... are definitely opposites. they have similarities, but they are definite opposites.]

and he's not super old or anything like that? is he super stressed?
espansivo: (17 i want to forget all about tomorrow)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-26 05:41 am (UTC)(link)
[lily..! so cute, a little flower girl. he wows at the size she shows, clapping his hands.]

I hope me and him get along, then~. I'm used to hanging around cats, but I don't mind dogs at all. They're fun to play with ♪

Is he friendly? Or suuuuper protective?
imaginex: (♥ open)

[personal profile] imaginex 2018-03-26 05:42 am (UTC)(link)
[chiaki: living his best, most authentic life

also she needs to pair some wine with that cheese, it's that bad. A smile creeps up her lips despite her best attempts until Sakura's forced to look back at the flowers.

He certainly reminds her of someone... two someones, in fact. Huh.

Her brows knit together before she smiles at him again]


With an attitude like that, I can't see you failing your dream, sir. [spoken sweetly] I could take a few cues from you.
sundays: (☆ COME TO MY BOSOM)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:42 am (UTC)(link)
[Chiaki accepts it all in stride - Minato pressing into him, the little shift, and his hold relaxes only just enough that Minato can free himself if he'd like to. Chiaki has no intention of letting him go though, the hand on his friend's head switching to running through his hair in a calming way, because that's just what Chiaki thinks to do.

When he speaks again, his voice is quieter. It still holds all the same warmth, even adding a touch of softness.]


They were fine... They miss you, of course. They hope that you're doing well - they showed me the note that you left behind? So... I promised to find you, for them, and a little for me too. I'm really happy that I have something to report back on.

[There's a little laugh - ]

I left behind a little box of bandaids for them, like when we were kids. Hello Kitty and everything. I said "if he comes back here before I do, can you give him these? If he's still hurting, I owe him a lot more too!"

[A breath, and a hum. He doesn't even notice the way that his eyes well up in the corners with tears.]

I don't know if you are or aren't... but I'm happy to see you again no matter what, Arisu.
servileness: <user name=godair> (0.08 sec)

[personal profile] servileness 2018-03-26 05:44 am (UTC)(link)
[ agreed to on purpose....

more like how do you agree accidentally?

She squints. Is it the sun glinting off the snow, or is his everything giving her the start of the headache? ]


This is Magatus. It's seven hours away from Recollé. February brought us new tidings. And new places to help.

[ ""Help."" ]
espansivo: (27 come! come!)

[personal profile] espansivo 2018-03-26 05:45 am (UTC)(link)
[pinchy pinch back..! he won't be beat!!]

Hmm~? I thought I heard something different in those words, just now. But maybe I'm hearing things. I am an old man now!

[he heard. he's teasing. he won't call silver out on it, but it's not like leo isn't fond himself.]

And~ since I apparently am~! You're in charge of taking care of these old bones. Oooohhh, Silv, gimme your warmth, the cold goes right through me~.
sundays: (☆ CAN I EAT IT)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:45 am (UTC)(link)
[well for one thing, his expression turns so obviously confused at that. open blinking and tilting his head to the opposite side.]

Do you think you can...? Mm, if I can inspire anyone, then that's the greatest compliment of all but...!

... I think that you're doing great the way you are!

[you just fucking met

... or have you?]


But maybe don't call me "sir"? Ahaha, that's too much! Far too much! I'm just Chiaki.
servileness: (0.14 sec)

[personal profile] servileness 2018-03-26 05:46 am (UTC)(link)
No, he's college-aged. In the limited amount of time I spent with him, I'd say he at least acts like he's super stressed.
sundays: (☆ DO YOU KNOW WHO I THINK I AM)

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:46 am (UTC)(link)
[RECORD TIME FOR A HEADACHE WOW]

Seven?! That's as far back as my university to start with - did I go in the wrong direction?!

[DISTRESS]
imaginex: (♦ oops)

[personal profile] imaginex 2018-03-26 05:48 am (UTC)(link)
[...









What]


Chiaki... kun...?

[No no, that's can't be right. She knew a Chiaki but that was years ago, back in Japan, and now she's in America where it'd be impossible to meet that same boy.

And yet:]
Do you used to know a girl named Rin Tohsaka?
sundays: (☆ AAAAH I SEE)

[1/2]

[personal profile] sundays 2018-03-26 05:50 am (UTC)(link)
[so easily:]

Of course! She's practically legendary! No other girl can give me such a run for my money on the basketball court!!

[we're all going to pray he doesn't mean that literally]

Why do you a—