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Welcome to the Test Drive Meme for

escordvi! Anyone can participate in the test drive, regardless of invite eligibility. Just keep in mind that only those who have received invitations from the mods can only reserve on February 23rd and apply on March 1st. Our EMP/ATP can be found here.

For your toplevel, please include the following: Character Name | Canon | Armada Choice | TDM (IF TDMING). Current players can use the same header, just without the "TDM" label. We do require those who are TDMin'g to include the label so other players can distinguish between others.

For everyone's convenience, TDM threads can be carried over in game if you wish! If you are still unsure which armada to place your character, you can play it a bit loose and vague in the TDM and make retroactive changes if you carry over the threads. The log itself is set to cover starting from October 13th until the end of the month. Characters will appear at random intervals during this time rather than all at once, so players have some more flexibility on how much more adjusted they are for someone else.

If you have any question about the TDM, comment here. If you have questions about the game in general, please comment to the Game Info.

TOPLEVEL DIRECTORY (Updated 2/16)

GETTING STARTED

This section can be timed for any time after February 10th until the end of the month, which includes during the current event. These prompts are to benefit those TDMing, but this portion can be handwaved instead and be served as a reference for players to know what their character will have experienced and learned on arrival.

STARTER SHIPS

There are two ships that serve as starting ships for each armada: Stormbringer for the Corsairs, and Royal Fortune for the Paladins. There are various ways new arrivals—or riftfarers as they will be called, among other creative names—will appear on or by these ships. The crews for both ships will also seem a bit odd to some, as it is a mix of humans and various animalfolk, non-humans that look more animal than human. Some just look like large versions of their smaller counterparts. From birds, to seals, to even bears, there is no shortage of interesting faces and people on these ships.

🚪 Random room. It could be empty, filled with crates or supplies; down in the hull where the livestock are kept; have the luck to awaken in a bed...or the misfortune of that bed already occupied; somewhere in the kitchens; in the bathroom—any room! Now let's hope the doors can open or someone may have to try and ask for help. Or jump through the porthole if there is one and it's above water.
⛵ On deck. If not in the ship itself, another possible spot to wake up to is somewhere on the maindeck. If they're lucky, they're on the deck itself. More unfortunate souls may find themselves caught in the sails or netting, the crow's nest, or on the top of the masts. Someone should be able to help, right? Or catch.
🌊 In the water. The most unlucky sods will find themselves appearing in mid-air just past the ship and plummeting straight into the water. Good news, there's always someone on the look out for such a thing and calls for help to throw a lifesaver get the rowboat will be made. Are there sharks? Well... ...Are there?

However the new riftfarers arrive, they will be poorly clothed, practically rags or loose uniforms depending on the ship. Fortunately, veteran crewmates will guide them, escorting them to a room with a strange typewriter in it. After typing their name, the typewriter will magically continue and type by itself at a fast pace until it dings and rolls out the paper. This paper will have the following information:

• Name and Shellphone ID (journalname)
• Armada (Corsair or Paladin, will match the starter ship)
• Cabin Number for their personal cabin on the starter ship
• Apartment Address for their personal address at their base armada location
• A basic map of the starting locations in Eltrut, including written directions (continued in the Eltrut section)
• A basic map of where they can find a chest with their original clothes and belongings (this will be different for every person and will be anywhere either on the starter ship or on Eltrut—players can be creative here).

After that, the crewmate will do their best to explain the basics of how they got here, what's going on, and what they'll need to do to live in Escordvi while they are here, giving them a small leather pouch with money. They will be reaching Eltrut soon, so the crewmate will suggest they look around, meet the others who have arrived. Even from their distance, they will be able to see the giant sea turtle that serves as Eltrut's leviathan.

ON ELTRUT

Once in Eltrut, the new riftfarers will be greeted by several birdfolk who will be happy to give tours to those who may need them. Otherwise, anyone is free to roam as they please and will have a map for the following main places they should visit.

🐚 Microshell. The first stop that is encouraged will be Microshell, the main store to acquire their own personal Shellphone. The paper they received on their starter ship will have their ID and the staff at the store will set them up, explaining how the device and the network works.
✒️ Inkwave, Tattoo Parlor. The next stop is Inkwave, a tattoo parlor run by a very burly but friendly octopus, Knistej. Here everyone receives their own unique magic tattoo, allowing anyone to cast specific single element spells and other magic. Note: tattoos are required before anyone will be able to use their original magical abilities.
📜 MANTA office. The final stop is the MANTA office, where all the request, mission, and task notices are posted. Each armada has their own branch office for armada specific notices as well. A great place to find jobs to earn some cash so they don't stay a hobo forever.

OCARD: ISLAND OF DRAGONS

Early in the month, Nogard will travel to the island of Ocard where dragons of all types can already be seen migrating to it. A large island filled with clear blue lakes, dense forests, high mountainous cliffs, and even large, rocky platforms that somehow float in the air, it is the perfect place for such mythical creatures to gather, mingle, and hopefully find their mate and brood. While some dragons do remain on the island as permanent residents, the real "keepers" of Ocard are the dragonfolk. Living deep within the forests, they are a race of dragons that come in different sizes and forms, but have less magic and power compared to the larger ones. They help protect the land and ensure it continues to thrive so that the dragons can come and go without issue.

Those from Eltrut and Elah will have access to a special dragon-run ship that will cut through the waters and get them there within two days.

While it is impossible to cover all the types of dragons that are coming into Ocard, and there are many hybrids and mixes, they are generally grouped into the following types:

💨 Air.

Air dragons look like they’re made of diamonds with transparent bodies and fluffy feathered wings. They are gentle and peaceful and like to play. They will toss people in the air or give them the temporary ability to fly with their dragon’s breath. They like to play harmless pranks on others like stealing items, kidnapping people for rides in the clouds or impersonating the voices of loved ones.

🔥 Fire.

These are quadrupedal, lizard-like and have thick leathery wings. They are playfully aggressive and like to fight and show off their strength. They’ll do anything to show off their might which means they will challenge anyone and everything to a fight. But it is important to note that they’re not bloodthirsty. They just love competition and will back down if they rightfully lose. They have the ability to heal anyone after a duel and like to give winners shiny gold coins.

💧 Water.

These ones are fish and snake-like, with long bodies and fins and shiny lustrous scales. They spend most of their time in the water and like to jump out and make a show of dancing on top of the water and over the waves. They are performing creatures and love music and dance and will coax others to either swim with them or dance with them on the water’s surface. They enjoy lifting spirits and will give others bits of wisdom and life advice. For anyone who shows an appreciation for music, they will gift them pretty gemstones.

⛰️ Earth.

They are heavy, thick and dinosaur-like and look like they are made of stone and metal. They like to breathe on plant life to make it grow faster and love to munch on trees and bushes. They can make flowers grow in people’s hair and will give them sweet fruits to eat. They also enjoy talking and sharing stories and will often offer words of affirmation to those who need a boost of self-esteem.

⚡ Lightning.

These dragons look like they’re made of a thundercloud, with puffy bodies and electrical currents running through them. They are dreamers and like to nap or put people to sleep. They will give dreamers good dreams and curl up with them to sleep as well. They are experts in dreaming so if asked politely about the sleeping curse they will give others a black round amulet to cure one person each of the sleeping curse. It coughs up the amulet, so the requester will need to wipe off the sticky saliva.

🕶️ Darkness.

These dark dragons have huge thick leathery wings and dark metal-like scales and nails. They often breathe out black smoke and have dark-coloured eyes or piercing bright yellow ones. Despite their dark look, these dragons are not hostile in any way. They dislike fighting and would rather lounge around and listen to the world passing by them. Despite that, they like to inflict nightmares on sleeping creatures just to see them squirm or to make their dreams just a little more interesting. They might also know about the sleeping curse and can extract sleeping demons… If they care enough to help. They might need convincing in the form of many delicious snacks.

While the festivities of Dragon's Gale are the predominant attraction of Ocard, the island itself holds ample opportunities of resources and locations that visitors can explore… But the dragons will not promise any protection for those who venture further than the designated zones. Although dragons reign supreme, there are other monsters and hazards that can threaten not only non-dragons, but young hatchlings as well. Threats that the dragons will gladly reward those who help deal with them.

🌳 Poisoned Trees. Giant, poisonous spiders managed to infest and poison part of the forest and the earth dragons are trying to clear them out. Climb high to burn the webs using special crystals granted by the dragons that won't harm the trees, and beware the thorny vines that try to trap and attack. If poisoned by the spiders or trees, a cure made by crystal honey must be eaten before nightfall.
🐊 Swamp. Large snakes and basilisks have increased in number and threaten to hunt and eat young dragon hatchlings and dragon eggs laid by the earth and water dragons within the territory. Cull the numbers and save any caught.
🌊 Toxic Lake. One of the usually pristine lakes had a dangerous algae bloom and has become toxic. The water dragons have cleansed their own areas but the wildlife is at risk of becoming decimated. The lake must be purified either through magic or some kind of filtration system while also restoring the devastated wildlife.
🦴 Graveyard. Permission has been granted for visitors to harvest a few dragon bones, which can be potent for many spells and potions of all kinds. While there, they may see shadows and ghosts of dragons past, and if they listen carefully they may even hear of their stories. Just beware of some of the skeletal remains suddenly rising up to attack. Whether they are cursed remains or a dragon playing a prank, better to fend them off and let them rest in peace once and for all rather than joining them.
🌻 Floating Gardens. Maintained by the air and earth dragons, one of the large, floating land masses within the island houses a vast array of gardens filled with various flowers, plants, and trees that are both native to the island and imported from others. One could argue this is their great treasure, especially with various "snapping" creatures roaming through to guard any who try to destroy or take the flowers without permission. Wind and earth crystals can also be found and are free to harvest.

There is one particular type of place that visitors may want to stay away from—or perhaps may want to find one of their own. For dragons who have found their mate, they will seek an empty grotto and pledge their vows. While some dragons will only stay together for the brooding season, others will remain as lifelong partners. It's a beautiful thing…that most will not want to bear witness so shoo. Even dragons need privacy.

DRAGON'S GALE

With the assistance of the Corsairs who share a natural affinity towards the dragons due to Nogard's own draconic form, large feasts and challenges are held often as entertainment for visitors. The dragons also participate in these activities, as they also use them as an opportunity to show off and meet other potential mates. Or perhaps it's not a dragon that catches their eye…!?

There is a plethora of activities as one might expect for a time of celebration and matchmaking. Although the focus is on the dragons, the spirit and mood makes them playful enough to try and push their non-dragon guests to find their own "special partner." And for those who are not so romantically inclined, forging friendships and strong bonds are also heavily encouraged.

🐲 Dragon Riding. If anyone is brave enough to climb up on an unsuspecting dragon or jump on the back of one without notice they may be able to take that dragon for a joy ride. If the dragon possesses wings, prepare for a breathtaking journey soaring high above the clouds, gripping tightly as it gracefully glides through the sky. Should it be a sea-dwelling dragon, be prepared for an underwater adventure, diving into dark caverns or plunging beneath the waves—requiring you to master the art of holding your breath. And for those riding land dragons, brace yourself for a wild and bumpy journey as they thunder or race each other across the terrain. Locals say that if riders can hold and stay on the dragon for the entire duration of the ride, they will have good fortunes for the year. Don’t fall off!
🐉 Dancing Dragons. As the sun begins its descent toward the horizon, closer to sunset, the dragons will start their elaborate courtship dances. It's a mesmerizing spectacle—a graceful dance between two dragons, their movements perfectly synchronized as they weave and twirl around each other in pretty and rhythmic patterns. The sight is captivating, maybe even drawing others into the enchanting display. Some may feel compelled to join in the festivities, inviting someone to dance with them amidst the swirling dragons. It’s the perfect backdrop to an intimate dance.
🤺 Dragon Duels. Fighting for one's potential love or friend is a common way to exhibit one's strength, and the dragons are no different. There are numerous arenas and stages set up around the main area and anyone is encouraged to step up and fight, even if it's just for fun. The dragons are particularly interested in watching any Corsair vs. Paladin matches and may even just shove them in there. Real weapons and magic are allowed, and only intervention from the dragons is a "no death" spell where all fatal hits turn into an explosion of tomato sauce.
📿 Dragon Charms. Many people have made it a tradition to make little dragon-shaped charms for good luck. Use special silk strings to make colourful charms that can be attached to clothing or bags as a cute little fashion statement. They make nice gifts as well!
🥚 Dragon Eggs. Using fake bejeweled, faberge eggs, Corsairs must try to "steal" the eggs and hide them while the Paladins must try and retrieve them. It's supposed to be a fun, competitive game between the two Armadas as well as a chance for either to win the egg at the end. However, there is a smuggling group that is using the game as a guise to try and steal real dragon eggs, which look quite different. Stop and catch these thieves for the dragons turn the entire island into a wasteland in trying to retrieve the eggs themselves.

Unlike other festival type feasts, the kind hosted by the dragons are huge with more of an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Held during the evenings and always accompanied with giant casks of ale, there are large portions of meat, all hunted by the dragons and dragonfolk, though they will welcome any who may try their luck and offer something to the many tables as well. Just beware taking on a drinking challenge from a dragon—they have greater tolerance than most and will be quick to goad anyone to try and drink them under the table (though they usually end up on top instead). But for those who may want a lighter snack, there are many stalls selling special delicacies—that have a little extra something to them.

🥐 Dragon Croissant. Adorable pastries shaped like tiny dragons. Anyone who's eaten a croissant will be granted a partial or full dragon transformation for the day. Unfortunately, those wings can't fly.
🎱 Dragon Balls. They say that eating the Dragon Balls will grant you one wish, but no one has confirmed or denied whether they come true. The truth is... whatever is wished for will end up with some kind of twist. For example, wishing for riches will grant a nice pile of chocolate coins.
🧔 Dragon Beard Candy. These sweet little candies will grant people the gift of flight for one hour.
🍍 Dragonfruit Bowls. Served in pitaya shells, these colorful and refreshing mixed fruit salads will relieve the eaters' stress and make them feel more confident.
🌶️ Rainbow Dragon Peppers. Depending on the colour of pepper, those who are brave enough to eat the peppers will be given a special type of breath: fire, lightning, or ice.
🧋 Boba Tea. Makes every emotion someone is feeling intensified (level of intensity differs person to person.)

While Nogard is readily available for those willing to stay within Corsair territory (for a very high fee), there are plenty of inns and campsites that visitors can use for their stay. Just be prepared to share rooms and tents if there aren't enough vacant spots.

CASTLE RAIDS

Scattered throughout the island are numerous castles and ancient temples and buildings that many dragons have called their own. From high up in the mountains and floating land masses, to deep within the lakes and caves, there is question of whether these structures are leftovers from the "old world" or if they were built especially for the dragons. Perhaps a mix of both. Regardless, all of them house untold treasures and relics that the dragon resident has collected over time.

And Dragon's Gale is the perfect time for their "spring cleaning" of sorts.

While a dragon would rather kill anyone who tries to take their hoard, it has become tradition to allow non-dragon visitors to test their might and wit to actually do so. They have to begrudgingly admit they have way too much and some can be hazard for young dragons, so they set aside what they are (un)willing to part with and those who are able to pass through their challenges and traps, or perhaps even face the dragon itself, can keep their rewards.

To make things more interesting and in the spirit of their own endeavors in finding a mate, there is a known "challenge" where dragons will dragonnap unsuspecting individuals, usually those who are seen either with a significant other or close friends, and bring them to their castle. Now their "hostage" must be saved. While some may disagree, the dragons find this "game" a surefire way to help unwilling couples or friends to show their bonds. No harm will come to the hostage, unless something should happen to incite the dragon's ire…

🕸️ Maze. The castle itself is a labyrinth of corridors that twist and turn among themselves. Not only that, but there are illusory walls and floors that are designed to disorient people, so everyone should keep their wits about them! Large, feral spiders creep among the dusty cobwebs, and down the other corridor is a toy spider that, if broken, has candy inside. Try not to trip the giant rolling boulders, or else be ready to run and duck into other corridors to escape!
💨 Traps. The castle is armed with all sorts of dangerous traps, so watch your step! Flamethrowers, hidden trap doors that drop into dangerous spike pits, tripwires that will trigger spiked walls to close in. There are even some rooms fortified with smoke traps that will shroud anyone in darkness. Should anyone choose to take the less adventurous route, instead of steel, everything will be made of foam, the pits will be filled with all manner of nasty things (pudding, whipped cream, jello, balls!), and the darkness gas will be replaced with laughing gas. Opening a random chest may also send people to another random room in the castle, so be warned!
🪄 Magic Hexes. Randomly, magical hexes will be cast in an attempt to disorient the raiders. They can range from paralysis to confusion, even sometimes hallucinations. Other times, they can be physical effects—oops, did their legs just turn into fins? Why does it feel like someone is tickling them for ten minutes non-stop?
🗝️ Guardians. A fortress of treasures always has to have guards, so there will be encounters with stone gargoyles, trolls, wyvern, and the like. Fend them off!

For those who do make it past the many obstacles and out of the traps, they will be faced with one final challenge: battle the one of the many dragons! Whether caught attempting to steal treasure that they will guard or trying to save a hostage, they are on full alert, and boy, do the dragons love a good fight. While these battles will not be too challenging, they are still looking for raiders and rescuers to put on a good fight and show with them. Weapons and magic are fair game, and they will do the same, but remember: this is just that, a game.

In the end, they are simply trying to strengthen the bonds of others, and maybe even play a little bit of matchmaker. Just remember that this is all for fun, so show off a little to impress that hostage, add a bit of dramatic flair, and have a good time!

QUESTS

The current MANTA Board is available, but we have a couple of additional quests that are specific for the event! Teaming up is of course encouraged, no matter what the affiliation. You can assume they acquired some kind of ship for the quests out at sea, either the starter ship or some other ship heading out there. All quests will be worth 4 points.

Bite-Sized Blessings

Nogard and Ocard

It’s been a few months since the little pink dragon that was loose around the leviathans was caught and safely returned to Nogard where she can live a peaceful life. But now that the dragons have started to migrate she’s become restless, and while she is too young to find a mate, she also wants to play and know what it's like to be in love. The task is simple: take this little pink dragon, as big as a house cat now, on a nice little “date.” Take her walking, take her to see some music, treat her to a nice meal (raw and alive food!) and hold her little clawed paws. Treat her like she’s special and she might kiss your cheek for a lovely day. And that kiss will be a good luck blessing for your own love life.

A Shroom with a View

Everywhere

Strangely coloured mushrooms have been appearing all over the leviathans. These pesky mushrooms have a stinky acrid smell and have been irritating the leviathans in a bad way. They need these mushrooms picked and disposed of as soon as possible or the smell is only going to get worse and worse. Beware, when picking these mushrooms they give off a terrible dust that when inhaled will plague the picker with strange dreamy hallucinations. Strangely enough… These mushrooms might have the ability to force sleeping demons to try and escape their current victim because they can’t stand the smell.

Walking On Sunshine

Everywhere

Have you ever wondered how to walk on water? Sunfish have started to overpopulate the waters which have left many shallows stoked to the brim with them. Sunfish are regrettably untasty fish so the children in the area have made a game out of them rather than trying to fish them for food. Try your best to hop from sunfish to sunfish and make your way as far as you can go before the fish can’t hold your weight any longer.

Fuss in Boots

Eltrut

An old haggard cat has been roaming around Eltrut adorning a very fancy feather pirate’s hat and a black eyepatch. This refined cat has lost its previous captain and is looking for the dead man’s lost peg leg. He needs help finding the peg leg because the cat claims that there is a special treasure hidden inside the wooden leg. Help him find the peg leg and if found he’ll crack it open only to reveal a hidden stash of catnip. He’ll laugh at you for being so gullible but at least you helped little ol’ him. And no, he does not want you to adopt him. If you suggest it he’ll call you a “Lily-livered Bootlick” and say he would survive better on his own. Wow, he’s kind of mean…

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Ocard - Poisoned Trees

[hearing about it is one thing. seeing it, though... trees taller than anything Satoru has seen before covered in dense spiderwebs. the sheer dimensions of which tells a lot about the size of the spiders.]

You weren't kidding when you said they were big, were you? I thought you meant, I don't know, the size of my palm, or maybe a small child's head, but that?

[well, there's no getting out of it, is there. at least none of the poisonous things can poke or bite him. small blessings and all that. he's diligently burning the webs when he notices someone in the next tree looking like they shouldn't be in the tree.]

Oi, you doing alright over there?

Dragon Riding

[call it destiny, call it fate. whatever the reason, Gojo feels inexplicably drawn to one of those shiny dragons with the fluffy wings, and the dragon seems to have taken a liking to the human with the fluffy hair and the blue blue eyes. Gojo can't help marvelling at the beauty of the dragon, crooning and cooing at it as if he were a boy in love.

maybe it's the voice. it doesn't register immediately with Gojo but the pretty dragon is talking to him in the voice of a pretty boy he once knew. before it can reach the deeper recesses of his brain, however, the dragon tosses the white-haired sorcerer into the air, catching him mid-fall, and taking him for a ride, and Gojo is crowing with joy.

(deja-vu, deja-vu, deja-vu - he's ridden dragons before, a lifetime ago.)

finally they return from the lofty heights, and still don't seem to want to part ways, but there's someone else there, staring, so.]

Oh, sorry, did you want to have a chat with him, too?

Dragon Croissant - Shellphone

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[Gojo with a pair of fluffy white wings.]

These are so neat! Who else tried the croissants and what did you grow? What about the other food? I want to try more but I feel full already, haha.

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[ Things are totally going great, and the chance to stretch his legs and get off the ship for awhile is pretty welcome, so when he's asked to help deal with giant spiders that seems like a fine enough idea. Good thing there are crystals because fire is not his element.

Toge has always been nimble and quick and he can scale buildings like they're no trouble. He's trained hard. He's not perfect though. A jump up to the next branch that's just a bit too high and his fingertips barely find purchase before he slips and falls into some webbing.

Nothing is more embarrassing than having a familiar voice calling out to him as he dangles in the webbing.

Yep. This sucks. Being a teenager is endlessly embarrassing sometimes. Toge tilts his head backwards which makes him look at Gojo upside down like he's a super hero, but really frankly he's more like the unsuspecting fly trapped in a spider web. He didn't know the other man was around. Now he does. Great. ]

Takana! [ He's fine. Really. It just looks like he's not. Give him a minute while he struggles his way out of this mess. ]

[there is a little bit of TOO MUCH going on for them to properly track each other. then again, Gojo hasn't expected to meet anyone from home. to see one of his precious students makes it an even bigger surprise.]

Toge! When did you get here?

[a diligent teacher would rush over and help the boy but Gojo has the utmost faith in his little monsters. if Toge says he's fine, he's fine.]

Is anyone else here too?

Tuna mayo. [ Toge waves his hand in a so so motion to help. He's been here awhile. He has however kept up his training and so he moves his hand into a pocket and pulls out a dagger. A flex of his abdominal muscles and he's cutting his feet loose.

He's about to fall a good twenty feet, but considering their Tokyo parkour, that's nothing. He lands on his feet, a slight bit of cursed energy helping take the impact so he's unharmed. The dagger is sheathed back into his cargo pants. The webbing left behind is curling and freezing, icing over. ]

Fish flakes. [ No one else, just him for sorcerer representation in this world. ]

[he's so proud of his little monsters. so so proud. give it another five years, and nothing will be able to stand in their way. not the elders, not the other clans major or minor. if it were up to Gojo, the clans would be completely dissolved and their names expunged from history.]

Just us white-haired menaces, then? I feel so special.

[as if Gojo needed any more of that.

joining Toge on the ground, Gojo studies the frozen webbing, a hint of excitement in his eyes. so they all got a little extra something from the octopus?]

Is that you or the dagger?

[ Despite the fact they're a bit disrespectful, treating Gojo more like somewhere between a peer and a teacher and openly call him an idiot often - Toge's never made the mistake of thinking he is. That is a very excellent question. He smiles broadly behind his collar. ]

Tuna tuna. [ He pulls the blade back out and slices into a nearby tree. The ice crystals spread again from the point of contact. In this case, it's the blade. His movements suggest that while he's not an expert - he never has been instructed in cursed tools, not really, something that he suspects falls under the list of Don't Teach An Inumaki Too Much nonsense - someone has at least shown him the basics of how to defend himself with a weapon.

Toge has one in the pocket on the other side. Two daggers. It's a suitable weapon of choice for him, considering his size and reach. They're put away again, but he holds up one finger. ]

Tuna. [ As for him though - Gojo's guess is also correct. He holds open a hand and produces a snowflake made of ice. Excellent for keeping their icebox cold on the ship, which is primarily what he's been doing with this magic. ]

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you look ridiculous, did it hurt when they appeared?

Don't be jealous. I look marvellous.

[he does a little twirl to show off the wings again.]

Nope. They were just suddenly there. Can't fly with them, though, which is a bummer.

you're already a menace on land, i can't imagine what would happen if you had wings added on a permanent basis.

Oi oi, you've got it all wrong.

[Gojo removes his glasses and flaps his wings a few times.]

I'd be an Angel.

[ the face this man is making at this entire show ........ ]

that face of yours only gets you so far. stop it.

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I did. Tail, wings, claws, all that. They went away after a little while.

[Which is why she doesn't have them now. She's still waiting for the other sweets' effects to wear off.]

I also tried those candies, they let people float for a bit. And the Dragon Ball sweet. That grant wishes, but I wouldn't recommend it. It'll just bite ya' in yer ass.

Ooh, you got the full set? Nice, nice.

[he's tempted to try more too but he's too charmed by the wings that match his hair to want to risk ruining the effect.]

Wishes are a tricky business. What did you wish for?

Yeah. Ruined my clothes though, so that sucked but nothing some stitching up can't fix.

[And need to replace her old shoes since those were completely demolished by her claws.]

It's not important or anything you need to know about. All you need to know is if you do decide to make a wish on those things, word it in a way that won't make it twisted around on ya'.

Ah, right. That'd be inconvenient for a girl.

[which makes the un a little weird but who's Gojo to judge.]

I appreciate the warning. I suppose I'll skip the wish making. Those are usually tricky and hardly ever end well. All you want is a CEO for Christmas and suddenly everyone in your building is dead because you created a greedy, flesh-eating curse.

[this man must not ever make a wish on those sweets.]

Huh? Oh, right. It wasn't that big a deal, just a few holes. Having a tail was more a pain in the butt though.

[Look, she didn't choose the username!]

... Oddly specific, but I see your point. Curses suck like hell. [Little does Ranma know they're talking about two completely different types of curses.]

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[ The dragons here are a far cry different from his own star. They seem at peace. Happy. That's not entirely the impression that he's gotten from Abalathia's Spine. It definitely isn't true of Tiamat and what remains of her descendants. So seeing these dragons so free, so happy?

Well needless to say that G'raha is touched to see it. Perhaps one day, Tiamat and the dragons of Dravania will know such a feeling as well. With the Dragonsong War over and Tiamat freed...

His ears perk up seeing the man approach. G'raha smiles, shaking his head. ]

Fret not, friend. I am more than content to wait as long as others are enjoying themselves.

[he wants to spend more time with his dragon friend. play around, chase a bit of nostalgia, indulge. but that would be utterly unbecoming so he returns the smile and give a light shrug.]

Don't worry. I'd hate to monopolise and maybe bore our dragon friends.

[the dragon throws a last 'Satoruuuu' at the white haired man which has him turn around briefly to retort with a stern 'Stop it!' followed by a laugh. Gojo turns his attention to the stranger with the... ears on top of his head.]

You seem more familiar with them. Are you a native?

It doesn't appear that you are boring them at all. In fact, they seem rather enamored.

[ Like they had been enjoying themselves. Which G'raha is glad to see, of course. Seeing these creatures to happy and filled with laughter. To be able to flourish here on this star, wherever they are.

G'raha wonders if these dragons had come from the Dragonstar. If their sire had flown through the sea of stars - the vast expanse of cold - for ages like Midgardsormr had done so long ago.

An ear flicks and he tilts his head. ]

Me? A native? Goodness, no. There are dragons where I hail from.

You have dragons?

[technically Gojo's home has dragons too, except they're not part of the local fauna. his best friend used to have one, a cursed spirit of a friendlier nature. oh how he loved that one.

he watches the other man curiously, gaze catching on the ears.]

I guess your world has plenty of interesting things.

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afflatusexarch - 2024-03-02 16:08 (UTC) - Expand

[How in the fuck did Denji end up in a situation like this?!? The teenager just wanted to explore the new island in hopes of stumbling upon one of these fabled castles filled with treasure and goodies only to be caught up in this creepy forest with ridiculously tall trees and sinister monsters aplenty. Thankfully it would appear he was not alone in this endeavor as the stranger's voice echoed through the treetops whilst he tried to pull his sneaker free of the infernal webbing. After a few good tugs and some insistent cursing out loud the boy looked over his shoulder towards the other. Giving a thumbs up to his newfound counterpart, Denji sports a sly grin with a firm nod of his head.]

Yeah, I'm cool! Don't you worry about me man!

[That was until he looked back forwards to note the pitter patter of two large spiders descending from the branches above him. Gritting his teeth, Denji readied himself for a fight as they drew closer and closer. He wasn't really expecting to come across something so dangerous so early on here in his travels but it was a good thing he stopped by that tattoo parlor in Eltrut to restore his natural abilities and was capable of transforming into Chainsaw Man if absolutely necessary. A hand readied at the drawstring protruding from his chest through his Public Safety attire found in his personal chest of belongings prior to going off adventuring.]

Yo!! We got company over here!!

[the kid has strange energy. nothing bad but strange. pausing his own task, Gojo settles for watching Denji struggle with the web, seemingly unperturbed. confidence and skill, confidence in one's skill, that's the key to staying alive in Gojo's world. the boy has enough confidence if he's let himself get roped into this task.]

Ah, the spider brothers have woken up. You gonna be okay or...?

[now it remains to be seen what kind of skill the boy has. oh, this is going to be interesting.]

Was hoping it wouldn’t come to this so soon but these bastards have got it comin’...

[One could even say Denji exudes confidence even when all hope was seemingly lost, the teenager somehow found a way to get the job done when everyone else had given up in the face of defeat. But not him, a stubborn boy who wanted to live more than anything, proving it here and now in the face of adversity. Baring his canine-like teeth, he looked over his shoulder towards Gojo with a chaotic grin plastered over his features, nodding as a hushed bit of laughter fell from his parted lips.]

Heh- Yeah, yeah!! You just sit back and watch the show!!

[Turning his attention fully back towards the assailants, Denji let out a long stretch of breath as he closed his eyes and pulled the drawstring without remorse. Instantaneously the boy transforms into the dangerous terror that all Devil’s hate, the infamous Chainsaw Man as his arms morph into chainsaw’s along with his head, glowing yellow eyes and sinister teeth aplenty as the elongated tongue fell out the side of his mouth. Revving the non-existent engines upon his limbs and forehead, the chainsaws come to life as an almost demented burst of laughter ensues.]

CAUSE YOU’RE IN FOR A TREAT!!!

I didn't try them yet, but I have tried other foods that grew things on me. This was a while ago, though. What did they grow on you?

[Because fluffy white wings may just be the default, who knows. Not this guy.]

Oh yeah? What did you grow?

[not that Satoru isn't brave enough to try himself, he just likes his fluffy things too much to ruin the effect with something else right now. a small laugh a the question.]

I grew these wings. Won't let me fly, though.

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