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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!
notdelicate: (Here goes!)

Lissa | Fire Emblem Awakening

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-19 03:40 am (UTC)(link)
[Workshop is here. Still a little tentative, suggestions are always appreciated.]

III

[People working on the play at the high school might notice that they're being watched. Lissa used to be the first one in line to help out with plays and yearbook and dances and every other aspect of high school social life. She loves that kind of stuff.

But... more creditors are calling every day, and her siblings can't keep up with their father's debts anymore. She needs to help. And for that, she needs to find a job. With a sigh, she finally tears herself away, mumbling under her breath.]


C'mon, get it together. You don't have time for stuff like this anymore...

IV

[Lissa is cheerfully getting into the festivities. And it looks like you forgot your green today. Have a pinch.]

Haha, gotcha~!

[Clearly she is under the influence of the dastardly coins! Or she just thinks this is funny. It's hard to tell with her.]

Bonus!

[Retrospec? Lissa is unimpressed.]

Ugh, seriously? I did not need a shady internet scam today.

[After several attempt to delete it, she finally gives in and responds.]

If ur about to offer me a free ipod forget it.
go scam someone else
hawkking: (listening)

Bonus

[personal profile] hawkking 2018-03-20 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
You should give me the iPod instead. Recycling.
notdelicate: (You alright?)

Re: Bonus

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-23 03:10 am (UTC)(link)
[What is this? A reverse scam?

She's just gonna roll with it.]


Sure.
Just give me ur credit card number and I'll send that right away.
hawkking: (Yer a heron Reyson)

Re: Bonus

[personal profile] hawkking 2018-03-23 06:45 pm (UTC)(link)
[Laughing offline.] No way! Shouldn't you work harder? Tell me some African prince sob story or something at least?
notdelicate: (I'm sorry)

Re: Bonus

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-25 03:59 am (UTC)(link)
Why should I have to come up with the story?
This is the weirdest scam ever.
What do u even want?
hawkking: (calm night)

Re: Bonus

[personal profile] hawkking 2018-03-26 01:40 am (UTC)(link)
Nothing, you were the one who said hello.

I guess it's some sort of chat app. I'm Tibarn, by the way. Or is that supposed to be something you don't tell strangers on the internet?
notdelicate: (Nice save!)

Re: Bonus

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-26 04:32 am (UTC)(link)
Probably not.
But you could always lie and say it's a nickname or a net handle.
Seriously tho
Are you sure you didn't message me?
Cause I didn't even have this app ten minutes ago.
floret: (whose lightning threats)

IV

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-20 07:15 am (UTC)(link)
Ouch!

[ This tiny, neutral-tone-wearing college kid... is feeling very unfestive... ]

Wh-why?
notdelicate: (Hey thanks!)

Re: IV

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-23 03:13 am (UTC)(link)
Heehee~! Happy St. Patty's day~!

[Have another couple of playful pinches. On the house. Sorry ]
floret: (how to be a christian)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-23 07:50 am (UTC)(link)
It's not happy at all! Please stop! [ he's gonna cry!! ]
notdelicate: (I'm sorry)

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-25 04:04 am (UTC)(link)
[Uh oh

She'll stop when she sees the tears.]


Aw, c'mon, don't be like that. Get into the spirit of the holiday!
floret: (and all my country saw)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-25 06:40 am (UTC)(link)
Maybe next year I won't mind since I'll be able to drink, but right now I just feel like I've been targeted by fate.
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.
floret: (and never make amends)

[personal profile] floret 2018-03-26 04:49 am (UTC)(link)
I guess the green food is fine, but what's fun about pinching people?

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maskreant: (pic#11493055)

iv

[personal profile] maskreant 2018-03-21 06:01 am (UTC)(link)
[ Akira is definitely not wearing green, so he has been pinched the whole time on his way to some place. He doesn't try to defend himself at this point since people merely pass by after they've done their deed.

...

But this girl—he pinches he back!!
]
notdelicate: (Clear a path everyone!)

Re: iv

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-23 03:17 am (UTC)(link)
Hey!

[Well this is clearly a breach of conduct! She's wearing a green sweater with matching green ribbons in her pigtails! There is only one proper response.]

Well, two can play at this game! Taaaake that!

[Pinch pinch]
maskreant: (pic#11630070)

[personal profile] maskreant 2018-03-24 03:39 am (UTC)(link)
[ Sorry, girl. He doesn't care about holidays. Revenge is revenge. ]

Hey—[ Ow. Squirming away at the pinch, he holds his sides for a second before going back in to pinch her. ] This is a battle you can't win...!

[ Playing dramatics is also fun. ]
notdelicate: (Careful yeah?)

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-25 04:10 am (UTC)(link)
Eep!

[Oh, this one is a worthy opponent. She needs to up her game.]

Don't count me out yet!

[Time to bring out her secret weapon!!

Also known as her other hand. Double pinching is go!!]
maskreant: (pic#11630073)

[personal profile] maskreant 2018-03-26 04:38 am (UTC)(link)
[ Oh, God. What can he do about the second hand?? While he tries to avoid it, his cat pops out of his bag and bats her hand that comes at him from this side with a loud meow. ]

This was supposed to be a one hand battle.
notdelicate: (Nice save!)

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-26 04:45 am (UTC)(link)
[Ah~ he has a kitty! She giggles.]

What about you? Getting help from your sidekick is totally cheating.

[But she does stop the pinching war.]
embearass: (pic#12142831)

iv

[personal profile] embearass 2018-03-26 03:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ he just sighs, already used to her antics from her frequent trips to the station ]

I would encourage you to hold off on that particular tradition.
notdelicate: (Nice save!)

Re: iv

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-03-26 04:36 am (UTC)(link)
[Biiig cheeky grin.]

Loosen up! It's a holiday.

[She gives him a playful nudge with her elbow. She loves teasing him.]

Where's your St. Patty's day spirit?
embearass: (Mom seeking other mom to hang out)

[personal profile] embearass 2018-04-01 10:47 pm (UTC)(link)
Lost, I'm afraid.

After all, you're the fifth person to have pinched me today.
notdelicate: (Gotcha now!)

I sure did miss the deadline completely. Sorry. orz

[personal profile] notdelicate 2018-04-03 01:23 am (UTC)(link)
Hey, it's tradition! You should've worn green.

[She's just. So amused. She points up at the green ribbons adorning her pigtails.]

It's not too late. You can have one of my ribbons if you want.
embearass: tumblr: garbagebird (i just read a whole encyclopedia)

it's fine! there's always next time!

[personal profile] embearass 2018-04-10 03:08 am (UTC)(link)
Unfortunately, uniform is uniform and I can't make exceptions no matter the tradition.

But you should keep your ribbons, they suit you well.