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TDM #3
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The Lobby.
- When you open your eyes, there is quite a lot of beige to take in. The unassuming walls of the room you've found yourself in are barren save for a single motivational poster directly in your line of sight. An illuminated sign above an open door on the far wall reads 'lobby exit.'
"Welcome," chimes a polite, synthesized voice. "I'm happy you're here." A moment later comes the clarity of the situation: you died and so did the world you came from. "This is Amani, your new reality," continues The Peacekeeper. "Everything will be fine."
At least you aren't the only one here, you'll soon find out, as others who are just as confused and concerned as you are mingling in the main hub's first floor. Hopefully, you find a familiar face among the crowd. If not, that's all right. You'll get to know quite a few people very well soon enough.
- If you're one of the unlucky few whose death required a bit more intensive re-coding to maintain stability in the simulation, you'll instead awaken on a bed in the infirmary. Everything is strikingly white save for the occasional string of vines with lavender growing in bursts to help keep people calm. Whether or not it works seems to be on a case-by-case basis.
While there is no active medical staff, the voice of The Peacekeeper is there to explain the situation in a more delicate manner to these individuals. It's already stressful enough having to have gone through such a violent death, after all!
If characters want more questions answered, they'll need to speak to The Peacekeeper directly. But first, it will encourage socialization in the main hub and hopefully, you'll find someone you recognize to make taking things in a little easier.
WHAT
The third Amani TDM!
WHEN
March 21st, 2022
KINKS OF THE MONTH
★ Fancy Dress
★ Guns/Knives
★ Shibari/Kinbaku
★ Anonymous Sex
★ Femdom
★ Guns/Knives
★ Shibari/Kinbaku
★ Anonymous Sex
★ Femdom
MAY I OFFER YOU...
Throughout the main hub where everyone congregates, a light chiming echoes through the first floor. "Hello, everyone," comes the synthetic voice from when you first arrived. "Please, mind our mess as we are undergoing construction for a new addition to the main hub. If you'd like, there is cake, some refreshments, and some eggs for you in these trying times."
While the Peacekeeper doesn't elaborate, it doesn't have to. Simulation inhabitants throughout Amani will have no doubt noticed the abundance of crystal eggs that have been populating throughout the simulation.
While they come in different colors that have their own unique influence, the eggs themselves will generally call forth nesting instincts in those that come across them. They'll want to care for them, make their home just right for the new hatchling, and generally fuss until things are perfect.
If the party and its cake don't appeal to you, that's perfectly fine. This is the perfect time to configure your Digitized Technical Friend or your DTF status. A DTF is similar to a dæmon from His Dark Materials in that it is connected to and a reflection of a character's soul. These DTFs take shape accordingly and are projections similar to the NPCs. Think of them as your own personal Clippy except less annoying. Hopefully.
Once that's set-up, there are other locations of the main hub to investigate! You can still find an (off-key) instrument to play in the music lounge or check out the (algae-ridden) pool.
You can even visit The Peacekeeper themselves on the second floor. They're always happy to have visitors! They're also conveniently where you might place a complaint about that status of the main hub and its amenities.
Or, you might want to visit that under construction area that was mentioned. It will be clearly marked off with tape and "Do Not Enter" signs but those won't stop you. Why would they? Even if you can read, who cares! Beyond the doors, there is a massive drop just a few paces in as the floor isn't yet finished. Mind your step!
What is finished of the floor though appears to be a ballroom. On the far wall, in the dim unfinished lighting, there also appear to be masks and fancy clothes hanging on a rack. You can try to jump the gap and get a better look if you dare... but it is impressively large. It might not be worth the risk considering there doesn't appear to be a bottom to the pit that you can see.
Huh. Just what is The Peacekeeper planning?
While the Peacekeeper doesn't elaborate, it doesn't have to. Simulation inhabitants throughout Amani will have no doubt noticed the abundance of crystal eggs that have been populating throughout the simulation.
While they come in different colors that have their own unique influence, the eggs themselves will generally call forth nesting instincts in those that come across them. They'll want to care for them, make their home just right for the new hatchling, and generally fuss until things are perfect.
- ★ Red Garnet » Eggs made out of this crystal give off waves of warmth and soothes whoever is close by. It's hard to stay angry or irate when in close proximity! As one might have guessed from the color alone, this egg will also strengthen love and sexuality of anyone in its presence.
★ Aquamarine » Brilliantly blue and comfortingly cool, these eggs will help someone feel safe and let go of their worries. Whatever those may be There is a stronger sense of trust between individuals in proximity to this crystal as well as enhanced feelings of protectiveness (but in a good way)!
★ Citrine » As bright as a ray of sunshine, it reflects a joyfulness that can't be denied. This egg will lighten spirits, help you see things in a positive life, and call good fortune forth whenever it's around.
★ Zoisite » While this egg may look a bit sickly, it makes those near it feel anything but. In fact, this egg promotes self-awareness and reflecting on recent events. How have your experiences helped you grow? Maybe it's time to consider that!
WHAT'S YOUR DTF STATUS?
If the party and its cake don't appeal to you, that's perfectly fine. This is the perfect time to configure your Digitized Technical Friend or your DTF status. A DTF is similar to a dæmon from His Dark Materials in that it is connected to and a reflection of a character's soul. These DTFs take shape accordingly and are projections similar to the NPCs. Think of them as your own personal Clippy except less annoying. Hopefully.
Once that's set-up, there are other locations of the main hub to investigate! You can still find an (off-key) instrument to play in the music lounge or check out the (algae-ridden) pool.
You can even visit The Peacekeeper themselves on the second floor. They're always happy to have visitors! They're also conveniently where you might place a complaint about that status of the main hub and its amenities.
MIND OUR MESS
Or, you might want to visit that under construction area that was mentioned. It will be clearly marked off with tape and "Do Not Enter" signs but those won't stop you. Why would they? Even if you can read, who cares! Beyond the doors, there is a massive drop just a few paces in as the floor isn't yet finished. Mind your step!
What is finished of the floor though appears to be a ballroom. On the far wall, in the dim unfinished lighting, there also appear to be masks and fancy clothes hanging on a rack. You can try to jump the gap and get a better look if you dare... but it is impressively large. It might not be worth the risk considering there doesn't appear to be a bottom to the pit that you can see.
Huh. Just what is The Peacekeeper planning?
COMPLIMENTS OF CORRIN
As part of the wishes granted by The Peacekeeper during the picnic it hosted, it has analyzed everyone's favorite meals. Yes, even you despite being brand new! It has your whole mind on file, after all, and so finding that information isn't actually difficult.
No matter where they take up residence, once they wake up their said favorite meal is prepared for them and exactly the way they like it. In addition to the meal will be a small, fragile paper egg. Once cracked, confetti will spill out and a paper note. This note is filled with words of praise for them, compliments, or anything that they might need to hear to feel good for the rest of the day. It can be long or short, corny or vague but, ultimately it is crafted exclusively to make the recipient feel warm and special.
It is a wish born of love for fellow simulation inhabitants and hopefully that's conveyed. Hopefully, it comforts them and carries them well throughout their day. Whether new or old, they'll know from the moment they wake up that that they're important, valued, and special.
The notes themselves are anonymous and no hints will be given as to who is responsible for the kind gesture. The Peacekeeper will not take credit themselves if asked but instead say that it was a wish of an inhabitant and leave it at that.
While this is definitely a nicer way to start your day, it doesn't change the leaky roof or broken window in your new place. No, unfortunately that will still need to be fixed the peaceful way. If you'd like more lighting or even cozier clothes, simulation inhabitants are reminded that 'peaceful interactions' are very important! It might be a good idea to stick close to someone you know, for now, since even the smallest amounts of intimacy might see subtle changes occurring where they're staying. Perhaps that broken window is now fixed, the grime and dust seem a little less, or the floor doesn't creak quite as loud.
Larger changes, however, will only come after demonstrating the more powerful peaceful interactions. If you want new hardwood floors or a fresh coat of paint on the walls, you're going to have to demonstrate how well you 'get along' with others against them first.
No matter where they take up residence, once they wake up their said favorite meal is prepared for them and exactly the way they like it. In addition to the meal will be a small, fragile paper egg. Once cracked, confetti will spill out and a paper note. This note is filled with words of praise for them, compliments, or anything that they might need to hear to feel good for the rest of the day. It can be long or short, corny or vague but, ultimately it is crafted exclusively to make the recipient feel warm and special.
It is a wish born of love for fellow simulation inhabitants and hopefully that's conveyed. Hopefully, it comforts them and carries them well throughout their day. Whether new or old, they'll know from the moment they wake up that that they're important, valued, and special.
The notes themselves are anonymous and no hints will be given as to who is responsible for the kind gesture. The Peacekeeper will not take credit themselves if asked but instead say that it was a wish of an inhabitant and leave it at that.
While this is definitely a nicer way to start your day, it doesn't change the leaky roof or broken window in your new place. No, unfortunately that will still need to be fixed the peaceful way. If you'd like more lighting or even cozier clothes, simulation inhabitants are reminded that 'peaceful interactions' are very important! It might be a good idea to stick close to someone you know, for now, since even the smallest amounts of intimacy might see subtle changes occurring where they're staying. Perhaps that broken window is now fixed, the grime and dust seem a little less, or the floor doesn't creak quite as loud.
Larger changes, however, will only come after demonstrating the more powerful peaceful interactions. If you want new hardwood floors or a fresh coat of paint on the walls, you're going to have to demonstrate how well you 'get along' with others against them first.
PIXIES VS. GNOMES
Ah, Spring! A time to clean out the old and bring in the new. In order to assist inhabitants with this process, The Peacekeeper has enlisted help of pixies. These creatures usually hibernate during the winter months and awaken once it truly begins to warm up. Although normally known for being tricksters, that isn't the case here in Amani!
... Mostly. These pixies are here to help clean your place out. Of course, they might be a little too helpful. Hey, don't be mad! How were they supposed to know you needed that shirt? It didn't look like it was necessary. Nothing of yours really does, they'll say, and so you'll find items missing left and right as the pixies take flight.
But not to fret! In addition to pixies, another creature of spring that are now alert and lively again after a long winter snooze are gnomes. They look like regular plastic garden gnomes when one is looking but glance away and they'll suddenly be in a new spot or position. They'll be happy to retrieve your items back from those thieving, mischievous pixies. They're mortal enemies, after all, and happy to do anything that might set back the pixies' efforts to keep things orderly. How boring!
The only catch? They don't really know what belongs to who. That journal of your innermost thoughts? Yeah, it's shown up across the simulation in the house of someone you probably never wanted to see it! Hopefully, the pixies didn't swipe anything too embarrassing...
Also, don't be surprised if a gnome or two decides to take up residence in your place in exchange for their services. While mostly harmless, they do seem to get a kick out popping up in unexpected places to give the inhabitants a small fright.
... Mostly. These pixies are here to help clean your place out. Of course, they might be a little too helpful. Hey, don't be mad! How were they supposed to know you needed that shirt? It didn't look like it was necessary. Nothing of yours really does, they'll say, and so you'll find items missing left and right as the pixies take flight.
But not to fret! In addition to pixies, another creature of spring that are now alert and lively again after a long winter snooze are gnomes. They look like regular plastic garden gnomes when one is looking but glance away and they'll suddenly be in a new spot or position. They'll be happy to retrieve your items back from those thieving, mischievous pixies. They're mortal enemies, after all, and happy to do anything that might set back the pixies' efforts to keep things orderly. How boring!
The only catch? They don't really know what belongs to who. That journal of your innermost thoughts? Yeah, it's shown up across the simulation in the house of someone you probably never wanted to see it! Hopefully, the pixies didn't swipe anything too embarrassing...
Also, don't be surprised if a gnome or two decides to take up residence in your place in exchange for their services. While mostly harmless, they do seem to get a kick out popping up in unexpected places to give the inhabitants a small fright.
SEXY STAMP CARD
If you're wondering about these 'peaceful interactions' that keep being mentioned or what the kinks of the month are for... Here's your answer! Upon arrival, all characters will receive a digital copy of their very own sexy stamp card.
Completing peaceful interactions (i.e. kinks) will reward characters with stamps that they can turn in for re-gains and many other things! While the example one here is the standard issued card by The Peacekeeper, players are more than welcome to customize it how they see fit. Have fun with it!NOTES
Completing peaceful interactions (i.e. kinks) will reward characters with stamps that they can turn in for re-gains and many other things! While the example one here is the standard issued card by The Peacekeeper, players are more than welcome to customize it how they see fit. Have fun with it!
★ The kinks of the month have changed! Be sure to check this post for what the new ones are. Also, give a congratulations to Claude von Riegan (
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goldenscheme) as the as the new leader of the sexy leaderboard! 🎉★ The effects of the eggs can, as always, be as heavy or light as you'd like! It can be chalked up to differences in resistance, non-humanity or not, etc. etc. Also, they can mixed-and-matched! Have fun with that.
★ The flora and fauna page will be updated to include the pixies and gnomes soon. It's also still open for player suggestions! All you need to do now is link your check-in (or player claim) comment to make a submission!
★ If your character decides to try and jump the gap in the unfinished ballroom, you can ask what will happen in the questions/feedback thread! Also, if you have any questions about anything else- That's where they go!
NAVIGATION
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...There are worse things to fuss over. And though I have such an odd compulsion, it does not change much.
[In other words, feel free to sit on your own suspicion, Zechs.]
...My name is Edmond.
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[ Still, he can't help but softening his own suspicion a little. It's like he felt compelled to. ]
[ He gave him a polite nod. ]
A pleasure meeting you, Edmond. Call me Zechs. Have you been in this place long?
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[That's worth wondering about later, anyway. Given its size, maybe it'll hatch into a dagger? That would be nice. He'd have at least something to defend himself with.]
Not long. About an hour at most.
[His expression turns placid enough, expression schooling into what he usually uses when he's on patrol. Calm - always calm.]
Is there anything I may assist you with?
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[ It's probably an illusion - that's what Zechs kept telling himself, but he felt less wary, more at ease, the longer he stood with Edmond. Odd. ]
I should ask you the same.
At least, as this place is not too dissimilar to the last place I had been abducted to - I feel I am not completely at sea here.
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[Guess who didn't quite piece it all together yet.]
Not dissimilar? How so?
[Zechs's looks are... not unappealing, though, he thinks. Distantly. At length. It feels like looking into a mirror, kind of? Zechs seems to carry himself not unlike nobility.... Or maybe that's just his imagination running wild. Like with the writing in novels.
[...Ah, he's not going to be able to finish Tales of the Nympho Warlord anytime soon, is he...]
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Forgive me - I thought you had been aware. The Peacekeeper is asking us to engage in so-called 'peaceful activities' - a euphemism for sexual encounters - in order to rebuild this digital world. The incentive is that we are rewarded with whatever we ask, though I imagine it might ... pervert those requests from time to time, for lack of a better word.
Previously, I had been kidnapped to an unnamed island which required much the same. And, like the Augur, I expect the Peacekeeper will drug us and manipulate us in order to meet its goals.
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[His face goes from red, to pale, to red again. He nearly drops the egg, and so puts it down so he won't, folding his arms against his chest defensively.]
You can't be serious!
[WHAT. THE. FUCK.]
You're japing. You must be!
[But this person is clearly not laughing, and Edmond just... deflates, shuddering.]
And here I thought this situation was already awful...
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However distasteful or alarming this might seem to you ... it is true.
I do regret giving you the bad news which is our present situation.
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[He sighs heavily. On the plus side, at least he won't be going crazy from lust anytime soon, right?]
Well, better you did so now than someone nefarious to use my lack of knowledge against me.
[COUGHEidenCOUGH.]
Assuming you aren't lying to my face. I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt.
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While you have no reason to trust me - I still assure you I am being honest.
Nor would I pressure anyone into activities they were not willingly interested in, unless I had been drugged by this Peacekeeper otherwise.
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[As if he's not one of them, of course.]
Once afflicted, all reason fails them in increasing increments.
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[ While the egg was making him feel more safe and comfortable around it and Edmond - that wasn't so powerful that he'd forget his mistrust of the entire situation. At least, it hadn't affected Zechs quite that extensively yet. ]
Is there any way to mitigate that?
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[Absently, he gestures with his gemstone-adorned hand. The subtle movements of the jewelry show something telling to those of a keen eye: The largest gemstone on the back of his hand, and the ring-like anchor around his middle finger, are the only parts of the adornment on his hand that absolutely don't move even a little.]
Physical activity, fighting, magic use, and--- [He blushes.] self-pleasure can help regulate the symptoms. However, they are chronic throughout that person's life. Such a person has to learn how to deal with it roughly from the onset of puberty through the rest of their life.
Only intercourse works to fully "reset" the symptoms to a solid close-to-zero baseline.
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[ He's quiet for a moment, gaze just a little intense, considering Edmond. ]
Again restating that I will never initiate anything the other person or persons were not willingly participating in ...
[ Slight incline of his head. ]
... I would nevertheless assist you if you desired, no questions asked, if the Peacekeeper or otherwise forced you into an untenable situation.
[ The feeling of safety and security kept him from feeling anything other than this being a natural thing. ]
I would offer whatever assistance you asked for, and not more. And I would not take any liberties you had not agreed to, unlike as others might.
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I wasn't saying anything about myself!
[Uh-huh, sure.]
I'm not going to be asking for anything! What an absurd thing!
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[ He thought the other man was lying - but he's lying to protect himself. Something that he understood all too well. Why was he crazy enough, for a moment, to offer such assistance? ]
As you will.
However, if your situation should change - especially given the whims of this place - it is my hope you'll keep yourself safe.
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[It will and he knows it. If it's anything like how shenanigans at the Grand Sorcerer's manse is, this is going to be similar.
[Slowly, Edmond's visage calms again. It's about as fast as it would have normally, but.. mollified further. Still, that Zechs doesn't push it further, Edmond has to be careful not to exhale too hard as another dull shiver travels up his spine.
[...He definitely isn't imagining that.]
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[ Edmond was hiding his little shivers well enough for now, that even Zechs' keen eyes didn't notice it yet. Still, he didn't push more. He instead was retreating into politeness. ]
If you've only just arrived here - have you gotten a chance to get your bearings yet?
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...Would you mind accompanying me awhile? That is-- if you have the time.
I should.. I should find somewhere to be able to rest for nightfall.
[He also hasn't eaten, but.. he's too distracted to really care. There's too much else that needs his attention. And speaking of, he bends down a bit to pick up the egg again. Some of his restlessness abates, and makes it easier to think logically.]
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I can certainly help you find a safe place to remain for the night.
[ He hesitated. Edmond might be able to stay with them and Lorenz - the egg pulsed in his mind - but. Lorenz, he reasoned, might not be pleased to share their space. Perhaps as a last resort. Lorenz was also kind, and wouldn't want someone to suffer alone. ]
[ There's other practical considerations, though. ]
Have you eaten?
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["Later" could also be "not until tomorrow morning" with what he's trying to process of this situation.]
Rather, I can find something to eat after I ascertain an unoccupied space.
[He's a bit hungry now, but nothing he can't ignore until it's convenient to address it. Maybe he can leave the egg in the room....
[...Zechs sure is handsome, though....]
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[ He's not trying to fuss - he can only give advice and support to someone who's been thrust in this sort of situation and seemed, very obviously, flustered by it. Zechs didn't think he was a great choice for someone to offer comfort, but at least he could offer knowledge. ]
Follow me. Like the last place I'd been abducted to - it seems there is a lot here that's been abandoned.
[ Zechs, especially as he walked and moved, might be clearly a commander. Definitely a soldier. Seemingly authoritative, very observant, with strong and confident steps. He would glance at Edmond now and then to make certain he was dealing well enough with how things were. ]
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[Noticing the glance his way, he gives a nod of acknowledgement.]
You're a soldier, too, aren't you? Back home, I'm Vice Captain of the Klein Kingdom's knights.
[The silence is... not something he wants to sit in for very long right now.]
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[ This was at least a familiar topic. ]
I was, in the past. Since a young age, until peace had broken out in my world.
Are you part of a peacekeeping force, or is your country at war?
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Monsters are easier to deal with when it comes to some people. The weaker ones run away with a little shooing. And the stronger ones help me improve my technique.
It's been peaceful as far as I can remember. Aside from the odd cropping of corrupt nobles that think they're better than the people who put food on their tables every day.
[Him? Bitter? No way.]
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