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( TDM #8 )

You blink and that's all it takes. At first, the picture doesn't come in clear, like you're waiting for a screen to fully load -- more aptly, it's like you're waiting for a camera to focus so you can find image clarity. Before you happened to rapidly close your eyes and open them, your life was normal...well, normal for you, anyway. Fighting an alien, making a quesadilla, dying. And then that blurry picture suddenly takes over. There's a lot to take in here -- you feel weird, your surroundings are weird. Everything is just weird. For starters, there's that new piece of jewelry inserted in the space above your chest. That certainly wasn't there before you opened your eyes.
B ▢ Other new arrivals aren't so lucky as to arrive in the warm embrace of an apartment's bed. It's currently raining in Shehui, and because of the current post-winter temperature, the rain is certainly cold. You're now in the middle of a busy street, out in the open -- no umbrella to your name. You have the opportunity to grab some shelter underneath an awning or run into a building. Or will someone take pity on you? Or are you not bothered by a sudden, frigid downpour? C ▢ Shehui is looking to celebrate an upcoming holiday -- Yeunai. Something of a bonding holiday that celebrates a variety of relationships, Shehui residents are really into this consumer, capitalist bonanza. On certain Shehui streets are mats that read the ID data of those that stand on them. Whether or not you'd like to take part in this little shindig, a nearby machine will random spit out some data about you and another person on the same long mat. (Need some guidance? Here's a love calculator!) That's a good ice-breaker, right? D ▢ Despite Shehui's distrust of magic, faux magic isn't a big deal. In fact, there's currently a showcase of street performers making money with their craft. Located around Shehui's famed tower, there's a lot of room for some real magic here. Want to take yours for a spin? It's easy enough to simply say you can't reveal your secrets when you're asked about a certain talent. E ▢ With how prominent cell phones are in Shehui, a lot of new and old arrivals have them by now -- you, newbie, might have already picked one up! Despite not having anyone on your contact list yet, you do seem to be getting quite a few messages...though they aren't going to your cell phone. Instead, they're being telepathically broadcast into your head, or even before your eyes! On the opposite end of the spectrum, it's very likely that you're transmitting your own accidental telepathic broadcast...but what are you saying, exactly? F ▢ Another fun activity -- Chips! is always open! Today they're hosting their regular games, but there's also a SongWars competition, including a huge stage and everything. While you may not know the words to these strange, alien pop songs, the crowd may turn in your favour if you put on a good show regardless. What do you win for besting your champion? A nice plastic trophy and a big Chocorrone. G ▢ For some people, the whole "kidnapped to another world with new magic and cell phones and shit" is actually...kind of a downer. For those of you who want to enjoy the evening and maybe meditate for a while, there are plenty of parks with benches that allow you to sit and think. You may not want company, but it may find you regardless... H ▢ Wildcard! How will your character react to this strange world? |
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E-Excuse me, miss?! Are you okay? Should I call for help? I'm a doctor, but—
[ he doesn't know how serious her condition might be. ]
no subject
I-I'm fine, thank you... Please do not be alarmed...
[Yes. Even if she's lying facefirst in a puddle of her own blood, her entire being shaking feebly, with everything of her existence in pain. She is. Totally. Fine.]
This is simply a Skill I have, you see... Every time I take an action, I sometimes get like this and I can't move for a while... That's all this ability does...
anime was a mistake
[ the number one rule in the medical field? don't panic.
jude is very much panicking. ]
At least let me get a handkerchief to put a stop to the bleeding—
[ he starts rummaging through the pockets of his lab coat. he knows he has one on him. ]
And what the heck kind of ability are you talking about, anyway?
it's nothing but trash
You don't have to word it like that...! I know it's a useless skill, but it's not like I have it by choice! And for some reason it's the only one that stuck around while I can't use the others... Aaaah, when I thought it was finally my chance to shine, once again, I end up being a disappointment...! [Oh no, is she about to cry? Guess that handkerchief will be having another use, maybe.]
no subject
[ did he offend her? he tilts his head with a small, guilty frown. that wasn't his intention, but she sure is taking it harshly, so he'd better apologize... ]
I'm sorry. That's not what I meant to imply at all. I admit it's not like any skill I've ever heard of before, but it doesn't mean you're a disappointment. All I mean is that it seems rather... inconvenient?
[ handkerchief in hand, he offers it out to her, lips curving into a reassuring smile. ]
Why don't you tell me about your other skills? Even if you can't use them at the moment, I'm still curious.