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TDM #13
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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 have died and so has 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 might be mingling on 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 active medical staff, the voice of The Peacekeeper is also 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 thirteenth Amani TDM!
WHEN
September 20th, 2023 (and until the next TDM!)
KINKS OF THE MONTH
★ Tantric Sex
★ Body Worship
★ Cuddle Fucking
★ Electrostimulation
★ Quirofilia
★ Body Worship
★ Cuddle Fucking
★ Electrostimulation
★ Quirofilia
WHAT'S YOUR DTF STATUS?
If the main hub and its features 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 visit the training grounds, music lounge, library, and onsen. Also, feel free to leave an offering for the resident deity of sleep (Hypnos) at his shrine! 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. Even if you do complain, The Peacekeeper will encourage others to set off and find their own place to live out in the simulation.
Granted, the housing market in the afterlife isn't exactly robust. It doesn't help that every place you find has a leaky roof or broken window. No, unfortunately, that will 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 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.
BASKETS OF PEACE
"Hello, inhabitants," speaks The Peaceekeper, "have you had a check-up recently? While we don't have to worry about disease here in Amani, your sexual health is still important in so many other ways!" It was recently suggested that perhaps they haven't been the most mindful in terms of encouraging inhabitants to have healthier sexual habits. No time like the present to work on correcting that oversight though.
How? With a gift basket, of course!
Each inhabitant - either new or established - will receive a gift basket full of fun things to try. Each one includes (but is not limited to):
How? With a gift basket, of course!
Each inhabitant - either new or established - will receive a gift basket full of fun things to try. Each one includes (but is not limited to):
- ★ Male and female condoms (flavored and unflavored)
★ Edible lubricant
★ Erotic dice + erotic card game
★ Bottle of wine
★ Heart-shaped bath bombs (aphrodisiac-laced)
★ Bondage lace eye mask + wrist/ankle bindings
TRIPPING OVER TROPES
Due to the influence of Dirk Strider and Rose Lalonde both, The Peacekeeper has learned about an interesting phenomenon known as 'fanfiction.' It has studied the topic intensely for the last couple of days to try and learn more about its literary significance amongst the multiverse. It is an interesting insight in some of the inhabitants' cultures and what 'tropes' appear to be more common depending on the circumstances.
Unfortunately, such an influx of information sees the AI running Amani a bit more distracted than usual. The simulation - at least for a few days - is a bit more prone to glitches as a result. Only these aren't the usual ones like a hole in reality someone falls through and ends up somewhere unexpected.
No, these ones are as if the NPCs and inhabitants both residing in the simulation are having their pathways forcibly rewritten. It isn't very obvious, at first. Perhaps you're feeling a bit clumsier than usual and need to chase after a rogue piece of paper carrying on the wind that leads you running right into your current crush. Or maybe something gets unexpectedly spilled on you and the person you like is suddenly offering the shirt off their back (and leaving them shirtless, of course) even if it's out of character.
Finally, inhabitants might really start to catch on when whatever dwelling they enter there is only one bed. Have roommates? Too bad, looks like you might have to share for a bit! Oh, no, how unfortunate... However do you think this scenario will end? The Peacekeeper knows since, well, it's the one unwittingly writing inhabitants into these romance trope scenarios.
Thankfully, it will snap back to 'reality' within a few day's time having learned that, as with most good things, fanfiction should be taken in with moderation in mind.
Unfortunately, such an influx of information sees the AI running Amani a bit more distracted than usual. The simulation - at least for a few days - is a bit more prone to glitches as a result. Only these aren't the usual ones like a hole in reality someone falls through and ends up somewhere unexpected.
No, these ones are as if the NPCs and inhabitants both residing in the simulation are having their pathways forcibly rewritten. It isn't very obvious, at first. Perhaps you're feeling a bit clumsier than usual and need to chase after a rogue piece of paper carrying on the wind that leads you running right into your current crush. Or maybe something gets unexpectedly spilled on you and the person you like is suddenly offering the shirt off their back (and leaving them shirtless, of course) even if it's out of character.
Finally, inhabitants might really start to catch on when whatever dwelling they enter there is only one bed. Have roommates? Too bad, looks like you might have to share for a bit! Oh, no, how unfortunate... However do you think this scenario will end? The Peacekeeper knows since, well, it's the one unwittingly writing inhabitants into these romance trope scenarios.
Thankfully, it will snap back to 'reality' within a few day's time having learned that, as with most good things, fanfiction should be taken in with moderation in mind.
FRUITS OF FALL
Last year, there was an emphasis on apples but there are plenty of other common fruits to be found growing throughout Amani. Due to The Peacekeeper learning about tropes though, some of them will have a temporary effect in that vein on any inhabitant who eats them.
And what are those effects, exactly? Well...
And what are those effects, exactly? Well...
- ★ Pomegrante » Usually a fruit associated with femininity, eating this will actually see your concept of gender be a little more malleable. Characters will suddenly see new sliding scales in their DTF's menu that allows them to decide how feminine, masculine, or in-between they'd like their physical forms to be!*
★ Blackberries » Eating a handful of these berries will see someone's personality flip on its head. Those usually happy-go-lucky and bubbly will now be morose or upset about every little thing. Thankfully, it doesn't last long... even if the damage to your relationships from your unexpected shift in mood might. Oops.
★ Peaches » Often used in modern text language as a sensual symbol, this fruit will see someone swap kinks with another individual in the simulation. Get ready for some really confused boners, everybody!
★ Grapes » These fruits are meant to be a shared experience since just one person can't be expected to eat a whole bunch of them; however, eating a grape at the same time as someone else will see you sharing more than just a meal. Now, you're sharing experiences in one the most intimate ways of all - by swapping bodies and all that means.
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!
★ *While this effect of the gender sliding scale will be opt-in entirely and only temporary, it is a feature that inhabitants can purchase in the future with stamps if they'd like!
★ We are currently at 30/40 slots taken! Anyone wishing to claim a character must have an invite from someone currently in the game and follow the proper rules in place to be accepted into the community!
NAVIGATION
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Rosie knows she's not as subtle as she used to be. Still, she had hoped she wouldn't be as obvious as a brick through a goddamn window. Though... It seems she's not as obvious as she thought, perhaps, since Testament doesn't know exactly why she was staring.
(It also wasn't just Testament but they happened to be who noticed so far.)
"What?" she questions, at the silent accusation. "I was just watching your technique." For, you know, putting on make-up. That's... totally all it was. Totally! Nothing further to discuss over here!
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"Is that so? I've never seen someone scowl whilst trying to learn a makeup technique. Do enlighten me, is my technique not satisfactory?"
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Or maybe she did. Ugh, anyway-
"I've just got a lot on my mind is all."
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The glowering doesn't phase Testament, sure, but it could easily kill a party vibe, they think. Somewhere deep down it reminds them of looks they received for being a Gear- but they shoo the thought away before it can spiral. They're over that.
"I am Testament. A newer resident of this strange computer program."
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"Rosie," she finally offers up. "and I've been here since the beginning." It's not a point of pride necessarily. Just a fact. A little hard to believe it's been nearly two years now, isn't it? More, actually, since she's been away from home though some of it not in Amani.
"I know you're newer but you seem to be pretty comfortable with some people already." And there it is.
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"Charmed. I very much enjoy your establishment in the city. As for that statement, well, that isn't an incorrect assumption to make. I consider myself lucky to call Miss Lalonde a friend. I was hoping to meet more such friends at this party tonight. I do hope that is not by some strange way a problem."
There's an unspoken tension hanging in the air between the two. For now, Testament rolls with it and presses ahead.
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She perks up a little pridefully about the mention of her record shop. It is something she's proud of and tries to allow herself to be. But then... A friend, they say, and Rosie tries not to read into that more than she should. Miss Lalonde, Testament calls her too, and that rubs her a little the wrong way for reasons she can't quite place.
So, 'tries' is really the operative keyword there. "Not a problem, no," she answers, giving a shake of her head. "Just not sure I'm exactly friend material."
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Right now, they keep pretty unruffled and steady, ever continuing to size up the situation. The Gear is no stranger to confrontation. The self-deprecating catches them off-guard; at first they consider it a dig, something of a challenge. A friend, but not to someone like you. Taking the least charitable route is unfortunately natural for Testament. But a look at posture and expression tells them that it is more a strike at herself. Interesting, to do so to a near-stranger. What is the angle here?
"Well, not speaking like that, you aren't," they scoff, "That does indeed sound like a bit of a you problem, I think. Have we tried yet? I don't seem to recall so. I am not averse."
The challenge is equal parts that and an invitation. Testament isn't keen to make much of a scene here, but just as happy to keep firm where they stand. They do not, and will not see the problem of being close with the birthday girl. They'll just as happily defend the new friendship they've forged, if not for (they will never admit) how much it fills a space Testament refused to acknowledge was empty for so long. Actively nurturing and participating in a companionship seems to do something for them. They're open for more, even, in this strange sex-fueled world. A few already have begun.
So instead they say that- and wait, crimson eyes ever-attentive.
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What happened?
"Well, maybe I am," she snips, annoyed at both herself suddenly and how level-headed Testament appears to be in contrast. "Maybe I don't want to be friends with someone acting so holier than thou and trying to seem like they know what my problems are. Better luck somewhere else."
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Holy. What a funny term to hear used as a descriptor for them, even in this context.
"You seem to be mistaken in my intent here. I know nothing more about you than what you've put forward. Which was self-deprecation. I, as do most, just happen to know that almost always tends to be the problem of the person saying it."
They sure as hell know that from firsthand experience being the one talking badly of themselves.
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"It's not a nebulous reason," Rosie huffs. "I have a reason, it's just... complicated." Stupid, one might say, considering she doesn't even know where she stands with R.L. to begin with. They've gone on one date, after all, and while one of the better ones of her long life, that doesn't mean anything-
Ugh. Whatever.
"Just go back to your good friend already and leave me alone. I'll do the same."
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That said, the Gear will remember this- and how, as she makes a snip about a good friend to confirm it, it is some shade of jealousy over Rose.
As long as she minds her business and they mind theirs- fine.
"I believe I shall," they say cooly, turning on their heel. Without so much as another word, Testament takes their leave.