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repeter2018-03-17 08:46 pm
recollecters) wrote in repeter2018-03-17 08:46 pm
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MARCH TEST DRIVE
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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 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 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! |
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[and he's automatically going to shrug his jacket off one shoulder - before realizing that it's almost definitely wet also. oops. he laughs sheepishly even as he rubs the back of his neck, careful to keep the umbrella over izumi as much as possible.]
You're right, Mizuki! Let's get you inside - thank you for your kindness thus far...!
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but he nods and moves onward, hopefully towards chiaki's minivan, making sure to stick close to him under the umbrella they're sharing. the downpour's getting worse, and the last thing he wants is to go home with a cold. just ignore the sniffling. ]
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but then he'll unlock the minivan and move to open up the back part?? because if they're gonna talk why would they do that in the front part that sounds silly.
also there's a giant teddy bear in the passenger's seat. luckily the middle row looks open!!
.... there's a bunch of boxes in the back though. for now he'll just gesture for izumi to head inside - ]
After you!
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Couldn't you just put the bear in the back?
[ DO YOU REALLY EXPECT HIM TO SIT IN THE MIDDLE, CHIAKI AOI, YOU FUCKING IDIOT ]
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[but it's okay, they're both going to sit in the middle!!
... or they will, once chiaki's done rummaging in the back? he at least closes the door once they're both inside the minivan so that the rain doesn't get in, but then he's immediately going to open some of the boxes and look through them. he packed up all his stuff from college to go home, after all?
so he'll pull out one of his jackets - probably some varsity basketball one from high school - and offer it out to izumi]
Here, take this. It'd be bad if you were to catch a cold. I... don't know where to fill up for gas so I don't know if it's okay to turn the heater on yet.... I hope that's okay! Mm, if you're still cold I think I have blankets back here somewhere...
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Blankets are too excessive. It's not like it's snowing outside? [ pretty sure pesgare's always overcast with rain instead of snow but who cares about that. ] Let's just go. Maybe you won't get lost this time since I'm here and all. ♪
[ he's your gps now, chiaki. be very afraid ]
i wanted to avoid this.
I'm sure I won't! I trust you, Sena. You've always been better with directions and things than I have.
[????? maybe??
but listen the thing is that chiaki's still totally drenched. he was in the rain longer than sena, after all, even though he did get to an umbrella afterward. so he's gonna pull a shirt out of one of the boxes because yeah his whole closet's in there and give him a second because he
well he has to strip off the wet one to put the new one on so
teenage boys sure are dumb]
sure you did
duh of course it is. they're both in his fucking car, for christ's sake. sena's wearing his jacket too but at least his clothes aren't damp enough to be taken off but -- ]
Could you just -- hurry the fuck up, Aoi?!
[ he's so steamed, it's just like last month again where everyone's stripping because of the heat and boy if he isn't all flustery right now - ]
Quit showing off and let's move already! God!!
[ HE WANTS OFF CHIAKI'S WILD RIDE RIGHT NOW ]
I WANTED TO AVOID THIS TOO!!!!
but chiaki actually pauses as he picks up the shirt that he wanted to change into, which is like the opposite of hurrying up?? because thIS DUMB JOCK latched onto one part:] Showing off?
Ohh, did you notice that I've been working out more, Mizuki?! [NO, YOU FOOL he's definitely going to lift up one arm and flex and - look, he's basketball, not football or anything. he's still more lean than outright beefy but this is still dumb as fuck.] I've been working hard even while I've been away, thank you! ☆
[FUCKING IDIOT]
THEN STOP!!!!!!
oh my god did he really just flex. at least sena's found the urge to roll his eyes at that, fucking chad ]
What, you think you're the only one who's been working hard around here? Don't get too cocky!
[ H-HE'S STILL WORKING ON IT THOUGH SO HE'S NOT TAKING HIS SHIRT OFF TO PROVE IT ANYTIME SOON. though he's. kind of squeezing at his own arm with his other hand to check if he's built any -
nope nothing, he wants to die right here right now ]
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[HE TOTALLY BUYS IT THOUGH.
but look he'll put on the shirt now???? even as he goes digging back into the boxes. he's probably looking for pants. can someone please put an end to this]
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[ what is he looking for again. more clothes? pants?! is he deadass gonna get naked right here??? sena doesn't know which is worse, dealing with chiaki's utter lack of tact or meeting with that weird guy who stole his umbrella and said some really questionable shit.
but he figures that anything's better than borderline sexual harassment so he's just going to reach a hand out to press the horn, getting chiaki's attention. he's had enough!!! ]
Oi, Chiaki, you're making your family even more anxious the more you keep this up, so can we please get a move on already? I'm sure you won't get a cold from not changing your fucking underwear, at least.
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Underwear is a bit much, Mizuki....
[THE SHEER
LACK OF UNDERSTANDING HERE
but it's fine - he's gonna shimmy off his jeans and switch into some basketball shorts or something. at least that transition is quick enough as he's gonna try to squeeze himself over to the driver's seat now]
Pardon me!
[is it really politeness if he's still charging through anyway]
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he does turn his head around to check out the boxes at the back - ]
Did you clear out your entire room or something?
[ he doesn't know that chiaki's really coming back to stay in the city lmao ]
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[and he'll move to start the car after making sure that the teddy bear is still safely buckled in. he hums faintly and looks back to Sena - ]
Do you want to switch spots with the bear, Mizuki? Or is that comfier for you?
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[ he's smirking though, nothing too mean. but he's going to wave him off anyway ]
I'm fine, don't worry about it. I can't be too choosy when you're the one offering me a ride in the first place. I can deal. ♪
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[confidently!]
I don't know where we are, so I think I owe it to you...? Whatever you'd like, I'll answer it!
[honey
no]
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[ why is he making such a big deal about this now, he just wants to go........ but now he's curious ]
Did someone give that bear to you or are you giving that away as a homecoming gift?
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["Baby"???? Citation Needed. but he'll move to unbuckle the bear now so that he can put it in the back]
Just make sure he's buckled in before you move seats! Safety first.
{?????????]
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[ by process of elimination he's just deducted that he and hinata are related in a matter of around 2.5 seconds. small world.
BUT UH
OKAY???
he's just. going to position the bear in a nice sitting position at the back, fasten the seatbelt around it with a click before sitting back down on his newly acquired throne with a very exasperated huff. ]
There. Do you have any other requests before we can finally get out of here?
[ please?! ]
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[don't just make assumptions like that about people, chiaki]
But no, I believe that's it! [he'll move to actually start driving now - safely!] Which way should I go....?
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[ BUT OKAY at least they're moving now - and that's the hard part. like chiaki, sena also doesn't know where to go from here either since he arrived here on boat... hm. ]
Why don't you try going back to where you came from before you took that wrong turn? You probably just read the road signs wrong on the way here.
[ sena he's not illiterate wtf ]
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[BUT SURE. he'll make a turn. his memory isn't always the best but determined as he is, he'll try anything to try to get back to recolle.]
For some reason I haven't been able to get any connection to Recollé at all for the past few months.
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It's been like that for a while now, actually. We couldn't get in touch with the others outside the city either since last year, nor we couldn't get mail in and out either. It's like we're trapped in our own world this entire time.
[ and it doesn't seem that it'll get fixed soon either. thanks, retrospec ]
So if you think that your family forgot to update you on things in the city, that's not the case at all. In fact we were pretty anxious these past few months because of the utter lack of communication. And we still don't know if any of this can be fixed.
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[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?
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