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seaboards ([personal profile] seaboards) wrote in [community profile] escordvi2023-10-13 10:43 am

« october: ghoul's moon (test sail) »



Welcome to the Test Drive Meme for [community profile] escordvi! Anyone can participate in the test drive, regardless of invite eligibility. Just keep in mind that only those who have secured invites from players or mods can actually reserve on October 25th and apply on November 1st. Our EMP/ATP can be found here. We do require TDM threads for samples for our application, but toplevels are not required. Tagging out is fine!

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 October 31)
Test Sailors:
Attack on Titan - Reiner Braun | Paladin
Azur Lane - Enterprise | Paladin
Baldur's Gate 3 - Gale Dekarios | Paladin
Baldur's Gate 3 - Karlach Cliffgate | Corsair
Baldur's Gate 3 - Raphael | Corsair
Bloodborne - Eileen the Crow | Paladin
Captain Laserhawk - Dolph Laserhawk | Corsair
Castlevania: Nocturne - Maria Renard | Paladin
Daria - Daria Morgendorffer | Corsair
Deadpool - Wade Wilson | Corsair
Dragon Age - Fenris | Corsair
Dragon Ball Z - Nappa | Corsair
The Elder Scrolls Online - The Vestige | Paladin
Final Fantasy VII R - Aerith Gainsborough | Paladin
Final Fantasy VII R - Yuffie Kisaragi | Paladin
Final Fantasy XII - Basch fon Ronsenburg | Corsair
Final Fantasy XIV - Emet-Selch | Undecided
Final Fantasy XVI - Midadol Telamon | Corsair
Final Fantasy Type-0 - Rem Tokimiya | Corsair
Forgotten Realms - Kimmuriel Oblodra | Corsair
Genshin Impact - Kaveh | Paladin
Granblue Fantasy - Sandalphon | Corsair
Gundam Wing - Zechs Merquise | Paladin
Hades - Theseus | Paladin
Kingdom Hearts - Lea/Axel | Corsair
Kingdom Hearts - Demyx | Corsair
Lies of P - Pinnochio | Corsair
Love Between Fairy and Devil - Dongfang Qingcang | Corsair
My Hero Academia - Izuku Midoriya | Paladin
My Hero Academia - Katsuki Bakugou | Paladin
My Hero Academia - Rody Soul | Paladin
Nimona - Ballister Boldheart | Paladin
Original Character - Darin Altway | Corsair
Original Character - Oengus | Paladin
Original Character - Rin Nesidri | Corsair
Overwatch - Sombra | Corsair
Persona 4 Golden - Ryotaro Dojima | Paladin
Persona 5 - Ren Amamiya | Corsair
Shades of Magic - Holland Vosijk | Corsair
Shades of Magic - Kell Maresh | Paladin
Tales of Arise - Alphen | Corsair
To the Moon - Dr. Eva Rosalene | Paladin
Yakuza: Like a Dragon - Tianyou Zhao | Corsair

Current Characters:
Baldur's Gate 3 - Astarion | Corsair
Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves - Xenk Yendar | Paladin
Final Fantasy V - Faris Scherwiz | Corsair
Final Fantasy VII - Cloud Strife | Paladin
Final Fantasy VII - Nanaki/Red XIII | Paladin
Final Fantasy VII - Reno | Paladin
Final Fantasy VII - Tifa Lockhart | Paladin
Final Fantasy XIV - G'raha Tia | Corsair
Final Fantasy XVI - Cidolfus Telamon | Corsair
Final Fantasy XVI - Dion Lesage | Paladin
Genshin Impact - Lyney | Corsair
Jujutsu Kaisen - Toge Inumaki | Corsair
Kingdom Hearts - Roxas | Paladin
Pokemon Violet - Professor Turo | Paladin
The Stormlight Archive - Shallan Davar | Corsair
Sweetness & Lightning - Kotori Iida | Paladin
Tales of Zestiria - Sorey | Paladin



GETTING STARTED

This section can be timed for any time after October 13 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.



🚪 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.



ELTRUT: FESTIVAL

The Ghoul's Moon Festival is founded on an ancient tradition where in late October when the moon turns red, so red that it makes the ocean waters look as if it is filled with blood, undead and ghostly creatures go on a rampage and attack the living. Festivals were found to appease the angered spirits, and while such attacks haven't been seen in centuries, the festival remains. Thus throughout the month, Eltrut has been hard at work in getting the main port town, Shellton, and leviathan ready. On October 25th, when the sun sets, and the full blood red moon rises in the night sky, the giant leviathan will shake a little before revealing its festive form. Eltrut's entire shell will be a pumpkin which can later be "harvested" to help return it to normal, but that's for later. For now, the leviathan is in happy spirits and will crane its neck on occasion to watch everyone.



Although not required, costumes are available for anyone who may want to join in on the fun, along with silly prank weapons. Most of the festivities will be found starting from the docks up to the main plaza and down some side streets where various booths and stalls have been set up. From traditional booth games like candy ring toss, darts, water gun targets to more unique games such as bobbing for apple skulls, mask decoration, and catching the anglerfish.

👻 Ghost Piñatas. In a designated square, there is a game where cardboard ghosts are filled with candy and small toys, and with blindfolds and plastic mallets, the "ghost hunters" must run around and try to hit the ghost with the aid of people directing. Someone else is controlling the ghost with magic, moving it around to up the difficulty. It's meant for fun, but some people are messing around. Those not helping out or participating should stop them!
🛢️ Build-A-Barrel Boat. Out by the docks, a special "boat" competition is being held. Decorate a special barrel tubs large enough to fit two people into the spookiest "boat" possible. Afterwards, they must put it in the water and try to "race" against others to the finish line with oars. Don't worry, there are people waiting to help fish them out should their boat sink.
😜 Pranked. It's up to the Corsairs to try and throw their best pranks on unsuspecting festival goers. But there are of course those who are trying to prank them, so it's a bit chaotic out there, with unwitting victims getting caught in the crossfire.




Along with the usual street foods like paella, taiyaki, or khachapuri, there are plenty of special offerings for the holiday:

🥮 Moon Cakes. With a shiny red crust, these special cakes will make one's skin shine red like the Ghoul's Moon itself.
🍡 Fruit and Pumpkin Skewers. Skewers of fresh fruit and pumpkin glazed in hard red candy or dusted with chili powder will have that bit of spice that will give one a more energetic temper than usual.
🥐 Skull Buns. Sweet bread buns topped with skulls and crossbones that will sometimes make someone break into dance.
🦑 Hornswaggle's Vengeance. Hornswaggle has returned, upgrading their ghost pepper squid stir-fry with ghoul peppers, guaranteed to make you breathe actual flames!
🍬 Sour Candy. There are reports of candy making people sick and the Paladins are in charge of the investigation. Unfortunately, descriptions of the suspects are completely random with many innocent people becoming accused. In the meantime, replacing the candy is a high priority, and anyone can assist the Paladins trying to find and replace the ruined candy.

After the harrowing events with the Ghost Ship, on the night of October 31st, everyone will gather to witness the special fireworks display. The original crew even managed to adjust the performance to include a brief rendition of the battle against the undead, as well as something to honor Eltrut and Naughtilust for their brave efforts to help defend.


NAUGHTILUST: MASQUERADE

On the evening of the 30th, the Naughtilust will steadily make its way over towards Eltrut and stop within ferryboat distance of Shellton. The two leviathans will greet each other with friendly accord, the Naughtilust presenting its friend with a large floating shell filled with delicious treats for it to enjoy. All the shops, taverns, inns, brothels, and all entertainment services will be open all night long, and while the main target audience are adults, they do provide some "safe," family friendly entertainment for the younger crowd. Special dancers, musicians, and other entertainers line the streets on the Naughtilust to provide all kinds of delight.

However, the main highlight is the grand masquerade which is held at the Helice Palace, one of the largest and grandest buildings on the leviathan. As its name suggests, it is designed to fit the image of royalty, with large gardens, multiple ballrooms, grand halls, private and public terraces, and enough rooms to house any guest who may wish to spend the night (with a partner). Normally one would have to pay a hefty fee, but for the Ghoul's Moon, the sirens are opening it up for one grand fee of attending the masquerade and dressing one's best. They will even provide gowns, suits, and masks for those who need them. The masquerade itself is open to all, young and old, however what happens beyond the ballroom may require some adult supervision.

It's still the Naughtilust, after all.



Set in one of the largest ballrooms, guests are ushered in with the sound of a orchestra playing classical music, though some may notice more "modern" songs adapted to the classic style. For those who may want a little more privacy, there are several small terraces and balconies that can be used. Just be sure to lower the curtains and lock the doors if they want true privacy.

🕶 Blind Dancing. The sirens will randomly cast an enchantment on various people's masks to make them unable to see. They will then be forcibly paired with another "blinded" partner and only after the dance will the enchantment wear off. During this time, the pair will feel very friendly towards each other. Perhaps even attracted…?
💎 Gems. The sirens will also randomly stick special gems that will increase that particular personality trait of the wearer: white = coy; blue = wistful; green = jealousy; pink = flirty; red = lustful; purple = friendly; yellow = bold; orange = mischievous. The strength of the effect varies and multiple can be applied at once.
🥂 Refreshments. For those feeling peckish, long cream-filled doughnuts and oysters in the half shell line the buffet tables, along with indulgent foods like chocolate-covered bacon and deep-fried duck eggs drizzled with tamarind sauce—all of which will cause anyone who eats them to feel a bit more flirtatious. There is a variety of cocktails, but the champagne may also make one feel a bit more "bubbly."




Outside in the gardens, many can take a romantic stroll under the blood red moon. The gardens boast a number of different flora, small hedge mazes, gazebos, and fine statues for those to enjoy. There are also many shaded corners and little hideaways that couples can hide in should they wish to enjoy something else.

💐 Flower Arrangements. Out in one of the courtyards, there are several tables set up for anyone to make their own special bouquet of flowers. Unfortunately, some of the flowers have been changed to have special pollen that upon inhaling will induce unintended effects: sleepiness, amorous, giggly, boisterous, etc. The strength of the effect can vary and fortunately will only last for up to ten minutes. Multiple effects can take place at once and will "refresh" with every sniff.
🏮 Firefly Lanterns. The gardens are filled with special fireflies whose light can ward off malicious spirits and ghouls. Guests are welcome to try and catch a few to create their own paper lanterns and decorate them for the holiday. The fireflies are quick and hard to catch, but a little song (even humming) may lull them to be still.
🍷 Fountain Bump. Further out in the gardens at the Fontana Del Vino, red wine is pouring out and a few…bold guests have started a game where one must stand at the top of the statue and try to "bump" each other off using vigorous hip checks. Fortunately the height isn't too far and the fountain deep enough for those who fall through…just hope someone is sober enough to pull them out.

Even after the events of the Ghost Ship, the Naughtilust will remain so that the masquerade can be held again on the following night. The terraces will provide a great view of the fireworks.


GHOST SHIP

Late night on the 30th, when the clock strikes midnight to turn to October 31st, the blood red moon will seem to glow and a thick fog will suddenly roll in, a large, ghastly looking ship appearing in the distance. By this time, many may have started to turn if they are not still up partying. Regardless, everyone will get a rude awakening when screams fill the docks as all manner of undead climb up onto the piers and shores of Eltrut—ghosts, ghouls, zombies, skeletons. Realizing that these are the real thing and not drunk sailors in costumes, the call to arms is made, bells ringing and sirens blaring as those who are able rush in to defend.

Eltrut and Naughtilust won't remain still, the two leviathans using their abilities to fend off the undead. Eltrut causes the water to boil around it, temporarily halting further invasion. Naughtilust, meanwhile, will reach out with one of its tentacles and grab the ship, lifting it into the air before slamming it into the ocean. At first it looks as if the two leviathans could handle this on their own, but there's a bright flash of red light from the ship and the two groan in distress, flinching back and both retreating to their shells. Whatever it was, it was enough to inflict enough pain to force them to momentarily retreat.

With the leviathans out, cannons and trebuchets armed with large holy pumpkins are quickly maneuvered to launch long range attacks from both Eltrut and Naughtilust and everyone must fight the undead from the initial wave. Those who have divinity magic will bless everyone and their weapons to deal with the undead. Silver will also be effective, and that includes silverware. Finally, shoving candy in their mouths and playing music will be highly effective in at least stunning the undead, and may even placate the attacker. Perhaps there really is something to the old tales.

Ships with able bodied crew are sent out to approach the ship and find the source that is powering it to destroy it.



The large galleon was damaged and lodged in a reef from Naughtilust's attack, but despite the notable damage their ghostly cannons still fire and the ship shows no signs of sinking. There are several levels below deck, and undead sailors and monsters fill the ship. The strange red light will pulse periodically from the bottom, indicating they need to fight through to get to it.

🪓 Axing Skeletons. On the main deck, giant skeletons wielding large axes will be stationed to defend against those boarding the ship. With a wide sweep of their ax, they can cut through anything in their way—including their own. But their large size does hinder their movements, and a well aimed attack to their shins can knock them down.
🎃 Pumpkin Bombs. Watch out for these monsters! Appearing like large pumpkins, these monsters will grow in size the longer they are agitated until their eyes burst into flames, the only warning before they explode in hot pumpkin chunks to cause significant damage. Destroy them before they burst.
🎯 Traps. Besides the questionable integrity of the ship itself, there are many traps that can be triggered by one wrong step or misplaced hand. Trap doors, revolving walls, giant cobwebs with ghoulish spiders, living chains attempting to bind victims, locked rooms with shrinking walls.

Hidden deep within the hull of the ship is the relic that unleashed the devastating attack and empowered the undead. It's a very large black tombstone with unreadable script and symbols carved into it and what looks like fresh blood poured into each groove. So large it reaches the ceiling. Perhaps the more academic inclined will want to take some pictures before smashing it, and it will take a number of people to physically destroy it. But it won't be easy as undead sailors will rush in to defend it.

When dawn breaks, the ghost ship will have been destroyed and fade away into the sun. Any remaining undead will also burn away and disappear. Although things are a bit of a mess and many injuries sustained, with the victory bolstering spirits, most things are repaired and salvaged for the final night of the Ghoul's Moon festival. The festival will go on, as will the fireworks.


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.



Corpse-a-Corps
Eltrut Island

A man is trying to create a walking living man out of dead body parts. He is convinced that he can bring the creature to life using a powerful lightning bolt of some kind. Because of this he has been stealing body parts from local graves.

Find this man and stop him before he can create his abomination. And burn down his controversial laboratory before anyone else can get a hold of these wild ideas. Help put the families and loved ones at ease by returning their lost ones and their parts to their graves, proper.


Hungry-la Island
???

A very curious type of tree has recently been discovered on a small walkable island. It seems to be trees that have the ability to magically grow fried chicken legs that hang like pears or apples. And some look like they’re decorated with fully cooked honey-glazed hams. The bark looks curiously like crispy bacon and the leaves like perfectly tenderized pork tenderloins. That’s right, it’s growing meat. Somehow. And boy, does it look delicious.

Since this is a new discovery no one knows if any of these trees are actually delicious or not. Care to try a bite or two? After a long voyage at sea with only lemons and oranges it might be a treat to have some savory things to eat instead.


Guileful Grimalkin
All Islands

Strange black creatures have appeared and are sneaking around various ports to steal people’s wallets and valuables. When they’re confronted or caught they seem to emit high pitched screeches and will scratch and bite and do whatever they can to escape!

Keep your wallet and shiny things secure and catch any of these little demons before they cause too much ruckus!


Conch Shells Stories
All Islands

Pretty conch shells have been washing up on various shores all over the islands. When they are held up to your ear they seem to whisper stories from someone far, far away.

These stories can be from people from your own home worlds, or they can be stories from long-lost friends, loved ones or even the deceased. These magical conch shells will repeat the same story if listened to again. Sometimes it's nice to carry old memories…




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[personal profile] starshower 2023-11-07 01:05 am (UTC)(link)
[HE DOESN'T NEED TO, she already knows what's up!!!

But she huffs out a sigh of relief and a muttered thanks when she feels her dress fall loose from the bush, and she's quick to shuffle her way out, bunching it up until she's home free from the thick brambles, disturbing some of the fireflies in the process.

And she looks at his lantern.]


How many you end up getting?
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[personal profile] garudas 2023-11-07 01:12 am (UTC)(link)
[She's stuck in that place between wanting that distance and not, and he has firmly rooted himself into that place between it being not enough and too much. A thin line, worn out by them constantly toeing and then crossing over it. So, when his grip tightens over her hand, she stiffens further, stopping herself from backing away and withdrawing from him.]

Can't.

[Despite their closeness, she can't bring herself to meet his eyes.]
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[personal profile] ramuhs 2023-11-07 01:21 am (UTC)(link)
[...]

What if we just got drunk? Won't have to worry about anything that way.

[He's half joking, half serious.

And clearly just a little frustrated. But just a little.]
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[personal profile] vermilloci 2023-11-07 01:27 am (UTC)(link)
[ There he goes, taking a bite without so much as a blink. Will he breathe fire sooner, or later? He seems so calm, either way.

....The suspense is killing her!!

Rem gulps. ]


Not like charcoal, I hope.
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[personal profile] partybabysitter 2023-11-07 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
No, not at all. The ghost peppers have a very... vivid taste to them.

[ He takes another bite and keeps chewing. It's going to take a little longer for him... But he does start to sweat, just a little. ]

It's energizing, certainly.
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[personal profile] la_sombra 2023-11-07 01:45 am (UTC)(link)
Maybe it's the light they give off.

[Her eyes flick to the lantern and back to Gale at his question. For an answer, he gets a little shrug and shake of the head.

Not that lucky I guess. You can?
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[personal profile] garudas 2023-11-07 01:48 am (UTC)(link)
[Just a little? Is he sure?

Benedikta keeps her eyes cast downward, but they do narrow, her brow pinching ever so slightly.]


And you think that will solve it all?

[Not even that little bit of wine had been enough to mute the voices in her head long enough for her to indulge further in these desires that are swimming there.]
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[personal profile] starshower 2023-11-07 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[She hums in affirmation, her smile turning a little less awkward and a little more fun when he takes them into the steps easier than she does.]

You know, I'm a little surprised to see you here.
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[personal profile] partybabysitter 2023-11-07 01:52 am (UTC)(link)
[ Xenk nods, well aware that his appearance would be especially unsettling for someone from their world. With an INSIGHT CHECK: 24, he can tell Gale is trying, at least. His attempt is commendable. ]

Fortunately, my symptoms are largely physical.

[ He waves a hand in front of his face, more to move his limbs than anything. ]

Temperature is quite difficult for me to gauge at the moment, as my pulse is nearly nonexistent. But I am mentally sound, if this concerns you. Tyr's light finds me still, even here, so I consider myself somewhat blessed in this regard.

[ Leave it to Xenk to find a silver lining! ]
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[personal profile] unshod 2023-11-07 01:52 am (UTC)(link)
[The understanding says more than the icy curse does, because it would see they are both left scarred and marred by the people who once owned them, once exercised power over them. Though the curse is felt fully, Fenris' hand tensing like he might very well shove his hand in his captor once more and crush his heart...

The man has so far seemed rather closed off, not someone he expects to share anything with Fenris, but perhaps it's their similar shared trauma that compels the man to speak..Either way, Fenris listens carefully, his eyes traveling for only a second to the scars that can be seen. Putting together the story the man tells with the lines that mar him.

Fenris knows the pain of killing those you thought of kindly once, of killing an ally at the command of another. It brings up bad memories he tries hard to forget, tries not to remember.

He looks at the man's expression, the empty chuckle, the pained smile. Healing faster than others.. was there magic involved with this man to make his body more resilient? Still, the story is horrible, to imagine him having to hurt himself again and again like that..
]

Not anymore. [A gentle reminder, though firm and sure, a hard tone that brokes not argument.] Those vile people are dead.. your body and all the scars upon it are yours once more - a sign of what you survived, not of their ownership.
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[personal profile] partybabysitter 2023-11-07 01:59 am (UTC)(link)
[ Xenk smiles. It's funny to imagine the fabled Wizard of Waterdeep aboard a great battleship, performing great feats of magic or fighting off sea creatures. Maybe they've been lucky that they haven't run into any of those... ]

If you wish, the opportunity may be yours. Though perhaps I have misspoken. There are certainly greater diversions... if one is willing to find the right company.

[ He smiles bright and warm. Like he didn't just allude to finding a different sort of company. Wow, he's so good at being subtle! ]

Of course. Tyr's light finds me yet in this place, yet I would abide by my Oath even were that not so.
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[personal profile] unshod 2023-11-07 02:03 am (UTC)(link)
[Fenris is glad to not be questioned about his consent again, since he's given it and continuing to in his body language, the way he runs his hands up Xenk's body until he gets to the man's jaw, kissing him soundly. A hum of appreciation escapes him at the way he's held, the feel of their bodies pressed up against each other.

If there is one thing to be sure of, Fenris follows through with what he says, if he promised to fuck this man into the mattress, he has every intention of it, of giving this bed the stress test of its little bed life.

Nipping at Xenk's lips, he presses forward deepening the kiss, catching a taste of the man.
]
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[personal profile] emet_sulk 2023-11-07 02:03 am (UTC)(link)
He scoffs. "We were fortunate. Had that soul borne a grudge against the living, it would not have left so easily. Whoever the necromancer is should count themselves lucky as well that their experiment did not turn on them."

He has seen it before. Arrogant fools playing with forces they barely understand, thinking that the soul is but a blank canvas for them to inscribe their will upon.

The dead deserve better. Emet-Selch wonders if the souls of those he held before his passing have found their own peace.
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[personal profile] gr1m 2023-11-07 02:04 am (UTC)(link)
Then you've got a partner, for a little while at least.

[That chuckle was deep, and there was real amusement there at the very least of it all.

Fingers flexed a little, Reaper's head tilting as he let his gaze roam briefly before identifying—]


You could consider it a little bit of both.

[—A target. A gathering of tat same smoke-like shadow as it swirled a little in his palm, and the same would be happening to a certain glass being carried on a tray. Soon enough the drink was held in his own hand, the smoke bubbling from it drifting downwards.]

Keep the eyes' attention to not quite make it easy to tell where I'm getting something from, if I am grabbing it from somewhere at least.
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[personal profile] voxt 2023-11-07 02:08 am (UTC)(link)
Interesting.

[ Oh, rip, doomed by the narrative huh... Holland doesn't pick up on death as a possibility, but he is actually listening to the rest of it. Hearing about other kingdoms is interesting, who knew. ]

So your kingdom is ruled by your church?
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[personal profile] zoolingualisms 2023-11-07 02:17 am (UTC)(link)
( He seems so happy to eat it, it'd be difficult to believe otherwise... )

Really? Thank you! ( He'll happily take one of those skewers. He's just so used to most of the food he's offered consumed fairly quickly by someone else...

But, he'll eye the other food offered. )


Everything else here looks really good, too.
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[personal profile] callmekacchan 2023-11-07 02:18 am (UTC)(link)
[Instead of replying he swallows down the last bite and slams his fist down on the table, letting out another burst of flames.

Whew.]


Of course I'm fine. It's just-- [A belch and another eruption of fire.]--just spicy food!
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[personal profile] voxt 2023-11-07 02:44 am (UTC)(link)
[ It really is a shock, to share this much with someone he's just met. Holland isn't used to it -- feeling sympathy that doesn't feel hollow or pitying. More than that, the certainty in Fenris' expression isn't just hollow either.

How strange, when Holland thought he'd hollowed out on all those feelings, to see them reflected through the eyes of someone else. It's a bit too much for him to accept so easily, but he takes the man's words into account.
]

Perhaps.

[ There's no doubt in Holland's mind that his scars are a sign of how the Danes tried to break him, and how they did indeed succeed. But now he's here. What then? The Danes did not follow him. His magic sings for him still, buzzing in his blood. It's overwhelming. Perhaps this is why he's said so much, to a veritable stranger.

Well, too late to take it back now. He has too many feelings to sort through at the moment, even if his expression remains cool and composed.
]

My name is Holland. I should have opened with that.
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[personal profile] gr1m 2023-11-07 02:57 am (UTC)(link)
Rarely give out compliments.

[That spin was certainly a nice show, and the skirts stole part of it well; Reaper's head tilted just to better see that smile under his mask.]

The trouble of still needing to breathe- and hopefully with that you may well get to keep it if you wish. Never know when such a look will be needed again for whatever reason.
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[personal profile] flamekthunder 2023-11-07 03:06 am (UTC)(link)
[Standing, he brushes off the dirt and grass off his pants before stepping over to where his lantern is. Holding it up... Hmm.]

Quite a few... Twelve...fourteen maybe. You?
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[personal profile] starshower 2023-11-07 03:32 am (UTC)(link)
[Tifa holds up her lantern with a less than satisfied look, and tries to count the fireflies that flit around, already knowing before she starts that she has about half of what he has.]

... Six, looks like.

[Really? That's all she managed? when will my high rolls come back from the war]

But you got a head start.
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[personal profile] ramuhs 2023-11-07 03:48 am (UTC)(link)
Would get us a little farther...

[Just a slight mutter before he lets out a breath, knowing how this is all sounding and not wanting it to.]

But no...I know it won't. Can't blame me for wanting, though, can you?
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[personal profile] flamekthunder 2023-11-07 03:50 am (UTC)(link)
It wasn't that much of a head start. Barely even caught one by the time you came over.
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(IT'S OKAY, I AM ALSO LATE....)

[personal profile] zoolingualisms 2023-11-07 03:54 am (UTC)(link)
( If he wasn't a doctor, he would say that he wouldn't have the confidence to help her as much as he does now. However, there is one thing that she mentions that has him hesitating.

As soon as she mentions explosives -- he freezes up, eyes widening in surprise. )


There are explosives, too?! ( He hesitates before stepping forward. Maybe it'll be fine -- she does seem to know what she's doing. ) I can do my best to help! But, how can you tell the difference...?
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[personal profile] garudas 2023-11-07 03:57 am (UTC)(link)
[He almost reminds her of herself when he gives that little mutter...

With their hands still together, her other one reaches all the way across herself and him to take that cigar from his fingers so that she can steal yet another drag of it. If anything, it at least helps to ease some of that tightness in her chest at his admission, and at the one that she is about to give after she watches the smoke billow back out into the open air.]


... I said nothing about not wanting it.