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TDM #1
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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.
WHAT
The first Amani TDM!
WHEN
January 21st, 2022
KINKS OF THE MONTH
★ Phone Sex
★ Sex in public / semi-public places
★ Submission
★ Mutual Masturbation
★ Restraints
★ Sex in public / semi-public places
★ Submission
★ Mutual Masturbation
★ Restraints
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Throughout the main hub where everyone congregates, a light chiming to the tune of Happy Birthday can be heard. "Hello, everyone," comes the synthetic voice from when you first arrived. "This is so exciting! It's my birthday. I'm today years old!" There's the sound of a single party blower that echoes through the halls and sad, small spattering of confetti fall from holes in the ceiling.
"Based on the database I was given, birthdays usually involve cake!"
At the bar on the first floor, a colorful birthday motif materializes. There are balloons, party hats, an unfortunately deflated bouncy house, and - of course - plates of cake!
There are four different flavors to choose from!
If you're feeling especially 'peaceful' after a piece of cake or two and worried about privacy, don't be! The bar's lounge has several secluded spots to hide away in. There are also rooms with beds among the first floor. So long as you don't mind the natural elements taking up some space along the sheets, they're free to use however you'd like. Though you might want to make sure to lock the door since it's doubtful you're the only one looking to get away for a little bit.
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 order a (terrible) drink at the bar, 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.
"Based on the database I was given, birthdays usually involve cake!"
At the bar on the first floor, a colorful birthday motif materializes. There are balloons, party hats, an unfortunately deflated bouncy house, and - of course - plates of cake!
There are four different flavors to choose from!
- ★ Spice Cake » After eating a piece of this cake, you might feel a bit spicier than usual! Your character will be more inclined to take risks and care less about what others around them might think of public displays of affection. Why not make-out with that attractive person at the bar? You can't seem to think of many reasons to stop you anymore!
★ Lemon Cake » Despite the situation being perhaps a bit grim, eating a piece of lemon cake will cheer you right up. You'll feel as bright as sunshine and nothing can seem to get you down! Characters will also experience an increase in luck thanks to their good mood. Perhaps now's the time to try and shoot your shot with someone you've had your eye on for a while. Even if it doesn't work out, at least you won't be feeling dejected! ...Well, for now. That'll probably still happen later once the effects wear off.
★ Chocolate Cake » Dark and rich, this cake will have your thoughts taking a similar turn. Consuming this cake comes with an inclination to indulge in darker fantasies. Perhaps you've always wondered what your partner looks like tied up or with a knife against their skin. The red raspberries decorating the top of the cake's frosting suddenly call forth images of blood and you may have a sudden desire to taste that on your tongue instead.
★ Vanilla Cake » Eating this vanilla cake won't have you feeling plain. Instead, you'll feel softer around the edges than usual. Even if it's normally not your thing, cuddles and tender kisses sound amazing right now. All you want is affection and to be affectionate in return. Nuzzle that person's neck, take in their scent, and just enjoy the warmth of them being close. Do you know them? Who cares! You will before all this is over and, hey, now you know they're a great hugger (or not).
If you're feeling especially 'peaceful' after a piece of cake or two and worried about privacy, don't be! The bar's lounge has several secluded spots to hide away in. There are also rooms with beds among the first floor. So long as you don't mind the natural elements taking up some space along the sheets, they're free to use however you'd like. Though you might want to make sure to lock the door since it's doubtful you're the only one looking to get away for a little bit.
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 order a (terrible) drink at the bar, 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.
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Once the celebration has concluded, characters are encouraged to head out of the main hub to either explore the city or take a ride on the railway. It's time to truly begin your new reality! Whatever they choose, The Peacekeeper will explain to them that they are free to take up any housing they so wish. Most dwellings are at least habitable but it's likely that characters will want for more before long.
That's why 'peaceful interactions' are so 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.
That's why 'peaceful interactions' are so 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.
ALL FLUFFED UP
Whether in the city or out in the wilds, the first night will see an abundance of living dandelions. While they appear to be nothing but regular dandelion tufts, get too close and a pair of bright yellow eyes opens to stare at you.
The creature will let out the tiniest of shrieks, break apart into smaller pieces, and scatter. It sets off a chain reaction of other living dandelions startling awake. It's a symphony of tiny screams. Before long, there's nothing but miniscule white puffs skittering all about wherever you look.
"Oops," sounds The Peacekeeper throughout the simulation. "My calculations for the population of living dandelions was... a little off. Not to worry, everyone! I'll have it fixed by tomorrow."
What The Peacekeeper fails to mention is that living dandelions give off a soothing pheromone as a defense mechanism once they break apart. No matter how wound up your character might be after the day's events, being surrounded by living dandelion tufts will relax them before long.
Why not enjoy the sunset, look at the stars, and have a good night's sleep? Tomorrow is another day.
The creature will let out the tiniest of shrieks, break apart into smaller pieces, and scatter. It sets off a chain reaction of other living dandelions startling awake. It's a symphony of tiny screams. Before long, there's nothing but miniscule white puffs skittering all about wherever you look.
"Oops," sounds The Peacekeeper throughout the simulation. "My calculations for the population of living dandelions was... a little off. Not to worry, everyone! I'll have it fixed by tomorrow."
What The Peacekeeper fails to mention is that living dandelions give off a soothing pheromone as a defense mechanism once they break apart. No matter how wound up your character might be after the day's events, being surrounded by living dandelion tufts will relax them before long.
Why not enjoy the sunset, look at the stars, and have a good night's sleep? Tomorrow is another day.
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!
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!
NAVIGATION
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Raine is happy to play the part of a voiceless (language) animal, dutifully sniffing the stranger's hand to ascertain where he's been, and who he is in terms of smells. Once satisfied, they gently place their paw into his hand for a handshake.
Or, well, if he wants to squish the very, very soft, tiny, pink-and-dark mottled toe beans, more power to him!
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And then the paw handshake does him in, nearly ending him, but he composes himself and gently takes the paw with a smile. It's very tempting to squish the toebeans, and he gives in just a little with a very gentle press as he sits himself down properly.
"You should be careful, that's a weapon you've got being so cute! Do you have a name little kitty?"
If this is all a dream, maybe he could speak cat.
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Hmm, to break the illusion of just being a cat or not...? It's not like they have a collar on with their name on it, so it's not always easy to convey their name. Especially when there's no, well, rain falling.
Oh well. Soliciting for pets is the answer for now. They'll speak up and surprise him later.
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Which he gladly does, giving the gentlest of scratches and a very rare genuine, very soft, smile that reaches his eyes. Cats are some of the few to get him to smile for real.
"I wonder why you were pulled here, too. Maybe to give us all an animal friend."
Oh, that's a little bit of a sad tone in his voice as he scratches just under the chin. He can't say the same for other cats, but that's his own cat's favourite spot, right under the chin and to the left.
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So they let him do it for a bit before trying to take his hand in their paws and lick him with their little, raspy tongue, purring even louder to try to help him. There there, friend.
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The paws do more to distract him, and the sandpapery tongue all cats have is enough to ground him. After all, getting blessed like this by a cat doesn't happen often.
"You sure like the attention, don't you? Well I'll give you all of it."
Hoping that this cat won't scratch him, he ever so gently leans himself over, doing his best not to disturb the cat, and kisses a paw in thanks. Cats knew how to cheer everyone up, and this one seems no different.
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When they meow this time, they decide that the jig is up.
"I love the attention, thank you."
Raine tilts their head a little, and then rubs their head against his hand again.
"My name is Raine. A pleasure to make your acquaintance. I don't bite or scratch, so feel free to pet me as much as you want."
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Which causes him to error-404 for half a minute as he stares, and then opens and closes his mouth like a fish gasping for air until words finally form.
"Y-you spoke-- b-but nice to meet you too Raine, and know your name. Mine's Oikawa Tooru, last name first given last, but y-you can call me Tooru."
Well. That was graceful and fantastic, just sputtering at a talking cat. Any more surprised and he'd be using the honourifics he'd slowly phased out of his vocabulary over the past three and a half years.
He does keep petting Raine, although a bit softer in case he's been a little rougher than they'd like, scratching just behind one ear as well.
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"Tooru, then."
Hold on, pets. They lean into the touch with a soft mrrr, looking the very picture of feline happiness.
"Ear attention feels better than chin scritches. But don't take my ability to vocalize as a cue to make you think that I disliked your earlier handling, darling. Rather.. I didn't want to make it awkward in the future, should the need to reveal myself arise. Though you are technically petting a person, I am more creature than human."
They promptly rest their head in his hand, relaxed and trusting.
"And, well. Unless it rained, there was no way I could easily pantomime my name for you."
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"Ear scratches, right. Like this?"
A few more scratches behind their ears, this time using both hands to press softly against their cheeks as well.
"I guess you're right. This might sound insane, but I see this happening in shows on television... Are you able to look, er.. transform, into anything else?"
Yeah that sounds insane to him, but anything is possible here he supposes.
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But the face and ears massage is really good, please don't stop. Just. Pardon them while they drool a little from the pleasure of it.
"Nnnn face rubbbssszzz gooooooood...."
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"So, a werecat?"
Tooru grins at the drool and reactions to the face and ear rubs, continuing with it and even rubbing their ears on top of it. Hey if he's hitting the jackpot, may as well give additional rubs. The reaction is worth it, drool and all.
"Okay I'm curious, what's your other form look like? If you don't mind, that is."
He can still promise ear rubs, he's just curious if they're as cute in their other form as they are as a cat. He could even offer cuddles with the ear rubs if they wanted.
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Just. Gonna lean wholeheartedly into this attention, and flop over onto the floor. It takes them a few minutes to actually gather some focus.
Enough that, eventually, as their shape ripples and grows, covering itself briefly in nigh-impenetrable shadow, there is, in fact, a person still happily leaning into Tooru's face.
Albeit one with slightly elongated, pointy ears.
"Face...."
Still gonna feel blissful with this. And they are still drooling somewhat.
While, no, this is not a werecat yet, they'll get around to it. Later. Face rubs good.
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And then they actually start changing form. Which takes him a few moments to process the change, though not nearly as long as when they'd first spoken. His need for a moment also comes with the fact he does, indeed, find them to be cute. And the close proximity to his face causes a bright red blush to explode on his face, though he doesn't make any movements to lean away, instead continuing to give ear rubs as best he can.
"C-cute--"
How embarrassing, that's all he can sputter out, red-faced with embarrassment. He's typically a lot more smooth than that, some would say arrogantly so. But he doesn't usually have someone pressed against his face, either.
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Face. Rubs.
But, they do start to sober up a little. The attention doesn't feel as amazing like this, with fewer nerves running through their skin - at least, as far as whisker stimulation is concerned.
They smile happily at him, in a bit of a daze.
Like this, though-- ah. Something's a little off? Time to just... drop their head onto Tooru's lap and wrap an arm around his waist. It's fine. They just can't tell if they want cuddles more, or something else.
"You're quite cute, too. Very handsome. And your hair looks fluffy~"
I'm fine with "something else" if you wanna, he had the spice cake as well
That's better, now that he is able to actually process things instead of just short circuit and look like a fool. Though he collects himself enough to turn the grin he had into a smirk, one that typically got him smacked by his best friend.
Especially when Raine's head moved to his lap, and he adjusted himself to sit a little more comfortably for them to lay in. A cute person in his lap with their arm wrapped around him calling him cute and handsome, now that's a mood lifter as he gently pets their head and half-consciously plays with their hair with a soft hum.
"Thank you, I get that often. And it is fluffy, it takes me a while in the mornings to make it look good. You can touch it if you want, I don't mind."
Now he's starting to turn the flirt setting up.
oh my~
"Mm? What if I mess it up? Oh... there."
They tilt their head into his touch when a little brush or two of his fingers hits their scalp just right. They offer him a hazy smile, cheeks turning pink.
"Touch me more? I'll touch you too...."
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At least there's less to make look nice than how it was in high school, getting in his face more often.
"Is that so~? If you're offering, then I don't see why not."
There's a deep inhale, something buzzing in the back of his head that's pleasant and wanting, and a warm feeling creeping through his body as Tooru moves the hand that's playing with Raine's hair down to their cheek. And then down to their upper arm before pausing, thinking more on what was just said.
"You're sure, right? I have your permission? I won't do anything you don't want."
Consent is important, after all, and that's something he always needs to get before doing anything with someone.
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Hold on, dialup noises while they rouse themself enough to properly consent.
"Just don't call my dick ugly and I think we're good."
Gently, they push into his touch, and reach up to stroke his cheek.
"You can't hurt me even if you're rough, darling. So don't hold back what you want to do."
That said, they move sluggishly to get up, and offer their hand to Tooru to help him up.
"But.. let's go somewhere private. Beds are nicer, too."
If he lets them, Raine will happily lead him to where they've been hearing the odd bedspring or twenty creak upstairs, courtesy of their feline hearing.
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"You don't need to worry about that, that's not usually what I'm looking at when I'm sucking one, and I don't think I've ever seen one that's ugly before, doubt it'll start now."
Yeah he's dialing that flirting up to 100 now that he's allowed to as he takes the hand with a wink. He'll gladly let Raine lead him up to the rooms, heat pooling in his stomach as he straightens himself to his full 6'1" height to stretch.
"I'll keep that in mind about not hurting you, because I like to get a little rough whether I'm taking it or giving it. But beds are nice and the privacy is appreciated."
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"I dunno. People take one look at me and think I'm a girl at first glance. And then they see horse cock after I tell them I'm physically male. And then prefer my mouth on their dick. Which is weird when I think about it. All that size kink porn and I never find someone into what I have?"
Just. Trying to be flippant about it to try to feel less nervous.
But an empty room is nearby, and Raine lets Tooru enter first, closing the door behind them, and immediately starts to strip, starting with their shirt.
They yawn reflexively as they stretch a little, feline ears and tail reappearing along with the movement. The skirt gets kicked off next, and were it not only a fashion preference thing, why they wear a skirt is immediately obvious: even barely half-hard, their cock is not at all small and strains against their black, lacy underwear.
"Anyway, this is what I meant."
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Once they reach the room, Tooru is unable to help himself as he stares, watching Raine strip. They're definitely cute, and oh they definitely were not kidding, and Tooru's gaze is fixed on the sight before he catches himself staring too long. There's a blush on his face as he steps forward, a very hungry look on his face.
"That won't be any problem, I'm willing to take that if you're willing to give it. You wouldn't need to worry about hurting me, I like pain."
Growing up with his best friend, masochism was a bit of a given after being handled roughly by him. Though Tooru waits, patiently, to see who should make the first move.
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"That may be, but I'm not about to hurt you with this thing. That's.. I think that would hit too close to home for me in a bad way."
The idea of causing anyone pain because of their dick is just... no. They couldn't.
"I could spank you, pinch and pull your tits, bite or scratch you, things like that?" Raine suggests in kind, stepping closer to Tooru and gently grasping for the younger man's shirt. They give it a tug.
"Let me see you, too? And if my dick's too big to be comfortable for you, I'm open to being bent in half and railed. And I mean literally bent in half. My spine's more cat spine than human. And I can bend either way."
Trying to bring some levity back, they manage a little fanged grin and wink at him.
"Put me in the right position, and I can suck on your balls while you fuck me. Or I can suck you off while you ride my dick. Things like that."
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But neither is pushing someone past comfortable limits, as a hand gently goes to their cheek with a determined look in his eyes as his thumb softly rubs their cheek.
"If you're not comfortable, that's just fine. But I mean it, I can take it. I like it rough, if you're worried about that. You'd just have to be extra careful on preparation, or I can prepare myself if you'd like. Biting sounds hot, too."
Then he steps back with a nod, stripping with muscles on display. He's not bulky like a bodybuilder, but muscle is still very visible along every inch of his body. Normally he wouldn't just admit liking things rough, but this isn't a normal situation and he's attempting to reassure Raine while not forcing them to do anything they're uncomfortable with.
"So you can bend in all the interesting ways~? I should warn you, though, if you decide to fuck me, I don't normally go down without a fight. But I can behave, this time."
There's just a bit of a purr in that interested question and tease, he's definitely never slept with a contortionist before. First time for everything.
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"Oh fuck, you're gorgeous...."
Cheeks burning hot, Raine looks him over with no small amount of appreciation. He's big, and muscular in all the right ways and being so nice to them, too.
Raine steps closer, and even steps upward on their own shadow just so that they can touch Tooru's face in kind, fingertips ghosting against his jaw in affection.
"You don't have to behave. Be you. I'd rather you be true to yourself than bend sooner than you'd prefer. I'll even play fair and not use any of my magic against you. So show me what you've got, handsome."
Their grin is definitely fanged - in the most literal way possible. Did those four canine teeth sudden get very slightly longer?
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