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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? |
good taste immortal child
Ohhhhhh! I see, I see! Hiding yourself in the shadows from any potential enemies! As expected of my Master~
[AH, NO. Wait. She was supposed to be cool and stuff, since she was finally summoned into an actual serious Holy Grail War for once(wrong)!]
... I mean--- [Aaaand it's back to her lower voice again, as she kneels down to his level, solemnly placing a hand over her chest as if taking an oath:] I shall serve as both your sword and shield, Milord, and cut down any adversaries that stand in your way. Please command me as you see fit.
[... It may actually have been an impressive scene, if he hadn't witnessed her acting like a total dork seconds earlier.]
i never want to see another tesla in my life
Okita seemed like the sort of person that responded to positive reinforcement.
"Cut down any adversaries that stand in your way"? Seemed legit. ]
Oh, you don't have to kneel! Although... it's easier to talk to you when you're the same height as me... Thank you for coming though! I already feel a lot safer with you nearby, Sakura Saber.
[ Quite frankly, he would have preferred a sharp-shooter or someone with a gun. On the other hand, one should not look a gift horse in the mouth. ]
Do you have a nickname? Sakura? Or Saber?
[ He should let her choose. She seemed like the sort of person who didn't mind speaking about herself. ]
no subject
An excellent question, Master. Just "Saber" shall do when in the presence of others, to remain cautious. However, if you are confident to withhold such sensitive information from potential enemies, I can entrust my True Name to you, if you so wish.
no subject
People had their reasons for hiding their names. ]
"Saber"... I can call you that. That's much shorter than "Sakura Saber"!
[ And yet, if Okita was offering, it didn't hurt to have more information about her. Knowledge was power. He'd prefer to keep the upper hand in this arrangement. ]
Your "True Name"...? Well... I am curious about it! And you don't have to call me "Master" if you don't want to. You can call me -- [ Pick a name, he thought to himself. Any name would do. ] -- Thomas. That's my name.
[ What a relief. His own true name hadn't slipped from his lips. Whatever Okita was, he didn't need to worry about it. ]