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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 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)

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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[ Tomorrow.

That's right, this would all be over when the moon was done. This wasn't permanent. This need, this desire, this ceaseless hunger would go back to being something manageable tomorrow.

Astarion tries to focus on that--something he can trust (for all that doubts linger, for all that he worries that perhaps it won't be so easy--) instead of how he wants to lick the blood off of Jarlaxle's neck and finish what he started. ]

Tomorrow.

[ He nods, backing away from him now that he's been released. He can't even begin to imagine how apologetic he'll be, how he'll feel. But it's an easy promise to give, and one he intends to keep, no matter what happens. ]

[ Healing magic given to him by his god...? So a paladin is like a knight, but dedicated to a higher power. It doesn't sound all that different from how the Crystals give some their boons, as well. ]

Well, it did exactly as intended. [ She rubs her throat gingerly. ] Honestly, I feel as if I could sing until morning!

[ She'll spare everyone, though. ]

[There is a hum and her partner is able to control the dance enough that her initial stumbles have no real effect on the smoothness of theirs steps.]

This venerable one is naturally skilled.

[He murmured just loud enough to be heard by her, no small amount of undue pride in his tone along with clear amusement. He didn't know why he was feeling so... whatever it was he was feeling. But it was a pleasurable sensation and he... he rather liked it.]

I know.

[ He does, because it's Xenk. But he also doesn't, because he doesn't expect anyone in his life to be there for him or to stay. ]

But you're so fucking beautiful, you can't expect me to keep my hands to myself all the time, can you?

[ Xenk nearly chuckles. It's not the way he would have put it, but the emotion there feels honest to him. Now that he has established that they need not exchange affections, Xenk leans into Astarion a bit more. ]

I expect you to take what you wish, for I am willing to give myself to you.

[ And because he's a stupid fucking gentleman even though he's practically naked on this bed, Xenk lifts Astarion's hand up to his lips, kissing the back of his palm. ]

However you like.

Well I'm hardly a druid. I don't know what you're supposed to do to make plants grow faster.

[ Daria and Astarion have teamed up yet again, this time apparently to grow tries of all things. This is ironic on many levels, not the least of which is that Astarion can't get scurvy and doesn't need lemons or oranges. But he's being altruistic, or something.

Really, he's grown this unfortunate habit of just saying yes to quests. Tav would be proud, probably. And he rather dislikes that!

So here they are, putting things in the ground again. Digging, again. ]

Should we, I don't know, try singing to it?

[ Where is Halsin when you need him!!! ]

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I am happy to hear it.

[ Xenk grins, enthused by her own enthusiasm. All's well that ends well! Well, ish. ]

You are newly arrived, correct? Let me know if you should require any assistance. I am Xenk Yendar, a paladin by trade, but also of the Paladin armada.

[ He holds out his hand for her to shake, properly! We do proper introductions here. ]

Damn, and I thought I was gonna be able to freak out my parents.

[Still though, this got her thinking. Harder than usual. So she needed jobs, money, and maybe magic to make jobs easier.]

A less perilous life, with pirates and bounties. A skeleton fight. Sure, okay.

[Half sarcastic. After a moment of thinking and staring at her shoes, she considered something else to say.]

At least I’m not forced to work in customer service. We kinda do what we want to do it seems. That’s new for me.

[You deal with enough curses and shit it starts to get to you. Still, with every new piece of information, she felt more and more lost. What could she do? Did anyone she knew before come here or was she going to have to face this alone? Even though he said it wasn’t that perilous, she didn’t know truly how much truth was in that.]

You sound like you’ve been here a while. I just kind of don’t know what I should be doing.

"It is good you have familiar company at all, are you new here?" Fenris both was and wasn't new. The way in which he speaks is with a familiarity of someone who was not new to this land, but has been here since at least before her.

Besides, it would seem they have similar motivations of looking for someone if what he picks up on is correct.

When their feet bump and she eeks out a sorry, his grip on her tightens for a second, making sure to catch her if she over corrects her balance and stumbles. He would not have his dancing partner fall while he has her in his arms. If she notices, there is a strength in him, while he tries not to squeeze her hand too harshly, he does pull her a little closer with ease in his effort to keep her upright. "Quite alright," he reassures.

He smirks at her comments. "It seems you and I are of similar company, I as well would never be on any kind of list, especially for such a formal gathering," he lowers his voice to match her's. "While not on the list, I have attended such gatherings... and the company is atrocious."

[ A demonstration tends to help make things clear, although really he avoids those. This was a necessary circumstance.

Toge nods in his agreement and offers a thumbs up. ]

Salmon.

Good, then let us keep it to a minimum.

[There is some humor to his voice, though he doesn't linger on it long, instead focusing on the swaying they do together. Careful and gentle. He keeps his feet about him, barely bumping into the other as they do.]

You are quite skilled for not having your sight.

[ There is plenty of evil in his world, but it's probably different. Not that he wishes anyone else go into the sorcerer underground. The wider world? Should be fine. ]

Salmon. [ His agreement is serious, grim. ]

Oh, you're--

[ Although she immediately recognizes the voice, the recognition itself is what causes a small miss-step between counts to the song.

She hadn't expected to meet him here, that much is certain, and she nearly stumbles forehead-first into him, oops. ]

He sure would.

Hearing the man repeat the words as if learning them for the first time settles any bristling he does. He's trying not to jump to conclusions that his understanding of demons is the same as other's. Perhaps demons where this man came from were harmless, they merely translated the word similarly, but still, he finds himself on edge around such words, not wishing them used towards those he cares about either.

"Yes, let us." He nods and continues into the maze. "You seem quite vehement about destroying whatever it is you seek, why so?"

Salmon! [ Toge agrees, at least, he can give him his code, but there's no way to divorce it from context clues. Toge's entire system is simply reactionary. It's difficult to start a conversation.

He speaks. Get crushed for skeletons and Twist for ghouls. It's very effective at least, and he can take out loads of them at once. Any that get through he seems just fine blocking blows.

He's got his half, as long as Dojima has his. ]

I mean...the best thought that I have is magic? That's usually a reason.

[It's not like this is Wonderland, where things just. Are the way they are.]

Are you sure there isn't a bone?

[Because that's just going to weird him out more.]

[Daria was getting better, a bit more knowledgeable about how this place worked. She was looking at the manta board and all of the quests. In order to make a living here, take quests. Or be assigned a quest. Really, Daria and labor don’t go too well. But she did what she had to do. And it finally hit her that she had to find some way to be proactive. So she was assigned to be with Astarion when she took this quest.

Daria thought this was easy enough. She got this.

But man.]

Second time and it’s dirt again. I hope this isn’t a pattern for our work relationship, Astarion.

[She rolled up her sleeve, revealing a tattoo.

Daria did it. She did the thing. A thing. Be proud of her. Plant Growth.]

Don’t worry, I’m prepared this time. I think…this should do the trick.

[This was still so new, there was a slight anxiety in her voice. Magic. Real magic, without the use of machines. Her own damn body and magic.]

That's the plan!

[He swings the keyblade back before swinging it forward to cast the spell]

Aero!

[And a gust of wind comes forth to catch Izuku and float him to the ground, Roxas hurrying after in case he needs to move to plan B.]

"It is causing this venerable one to feel emotions," he replied with displeasure. "They are without sense or purpose."

And it was very distracting.

[ She takes his hand, giving it a polite shake, then releases it. Crystals, are all paladins like this? So proper? ]

I'm Rem Tokimiya... Ah-- a Corsair. [ She adds this after a moment's consideration, as if she'd almost forgotten.

Given his noble trade, though, it seems pertinent to add something else. Rem clears her throat, speaking quickly: ] I swear I'm not an actual pirate, though. I would never.

[ That's just what ship she first wound up in! She didn't choose it! ]

"Fish flakes." Toge answered, shaking his head although he couldn't be seen. He could technically speak his first name - but it was not a safe word. It would curse others, it might curse him. He wasn't immune to the effects of his own technique.

It only took a moment or two to finish the braid and tie it off, leaving Toge to drop it. It was pretty neat and that at least, should help for the time being.

He leaned over a bit to wave in front of his face to get his attention and then he leaned back to grab his shellphone.

I am Toge Inumaki. Cursed speech can affect the majority of words and it can affect me too. Although even when I didn't have my powers when I came here first, I still couldn't talk. My throat can't keep up and I've only got a vocabulary of about twenty words or so.

[He catches her, but he has to jerk his head back to prevent her forehead from colliding with his chin.]

Stop that.

[Daqiang grips her with some force to get her back into position so they could start over. He was feeling so good and now he's annoyed.]

Count the steps.

[ Xenk's a special case, he's a paladin Paladin, so he has to be extra. It's his way. ]

Well met, Rem Tokimiya.

[ He only smiles at her reluctance. ]

You need not apologize. I know several Corsairs who are perfectly kind people. A propensity towards one or the other should hold no sway over one's character.

[ In other words, he doesn't judge. But he does know one thing-- ]

Though I do believe life in Elah to be perhaps, ah, safer than life in Nogard. The Corsair city is quite a bit more cutthroat than the Paladin base.

[ Quick to overcome her initial surprise, Rem corrects her steps to fall into the routine of the dance, then looks up to where she believes to be his head based on sound alone. ] Ah, sorry, sorry... [ The apologies are spoken through an innocent smile that gradually widens, however. It seems she's genuinely glad to run into him again, expression warm and bright. ] But it's you-- Sir Venerable One!

[ Knowing that he calls himself 'venerable one', she can't exactly address him by name, can she? Unfortunately, Rem has very little knowledge or interaction with nobility, let alone whatever sort of being Daqiang is. So, addressing him as such will have to do. ] I didn't expect to se-- er, run into you at this party.

[Fenris gets the sense that this man doesn't want to speak further on this world traveling and, all things being honest, he's okay with that, not caring for the subject of magic in general. It was like he didn't like the stuff or something.

Fenris gave something of a shrug with the tilt of his head.]

I would rather put my fate to random chance than magic. The latter is too easily manipulated by others, I would not wish to be here due to the will of someone. [It would feel all the more like a cage if he was forced here against his will by someone rather than a broken artifact.]

It seems indecisive where I am concerned, though in my time here and now, I have yet to hear of any other having the same struggles.

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