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TDM #2

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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.
The Infirmary
    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 second Amani TDM!
WHEN
February 21st, 2022
KINKS OF THE MONTH
★ Dirty Talking
★ Wax Play
★ Cunnilingus / Blowjob
★ Hairpulling
★ Spanking / Flogging / Whipping / Caning
IT'S FIVE O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE
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. "Based on feedback from current inhabitants, I was able to gather that the drinks at the bar were awful. Also, based on data so far it seems the desire for alcohol correlates to a person's stress levels! Hopefully, making better drinks might help everyone relax."

At the bar on the first floor, a bartender is now assigned to mix drinks rather than The Peacekeeper themselves. The lacquer countertops have been dusted off so that the screens just beneath the surface can be better seen. Soon as someone sits down, the screen will light up and display a menu of featured drinks.

Unfortunately, due to a lack of resources, each person is only allowed one. That isn't to say you can't share, swap, or find other means to get a taste of a different drink though! Each one even comes with a complimentary slice of cake if you'd like.

While The Peacekeeper knows people are likely hesitant after incidents caused by the cake, part of this special offer is that an order of one of the drinks will come with a credit equivalent to a one-stamp reward. And, if you're lucky, the effects of the drink will get you even more stamps! Everyone wins! Especially you!


The featured drinks are as follows and come in alcoholic and non-alcoholic varieties:

    Firecracker » This spicy, sweet, and flaming drink comes in two varieties: red or blue. Each one will cause a person to speak a truth although in different ways.
      • The drink with red flames will cause someone to say something risqué. Was that fantasy only supposed to stay a fantasy? Oops.

      • The drink with blue flames, however, will bring out a sadder admission. Something will compel you to share an insecurity or anxiety that you wouldn't otherwise speak aloud. It might be for the best to get it off your chest! Or... it could make things really awkward. Hopefully, it's the former!
    Sangria » A classic (or so The Peacekeeper's database has informed it), this drink mixes fruit and wine to make a tangy treat. Unfortunately, the only fruit readily available is stamina fruit. Drinking a sangria will temporarily cause a large increase in both energy and libido. For those cocked and ready: if you find someone to help you release this sudden burst of sexual energy, you might want to give them a sip too. Those lessened refractory periods will be no joke until the effects wear off.

    Hot Buttered Rum » Rather than warm you up, this drink will cause you to feel freezing cold. The only thing that will get you warm seems to be someone else's body heat. While one might not be bothered at first, the longer the cold settles in the more desperate you'll become to relieve it. You'd really like to be able to feel your fingers again. Time to cuddle up!

    Mojito » This minty, refreshing drink will make your mouth tingle in all the best ways. In fact, you can't seem to curb the desire to want things to bite or suck on and it's strongest when around other people. All you can seem to desire is to taste their lips, scrape your teeth against their skin, or suck on their- Well, you know where we're going with this. The oral fixation will thankfully fade away after a while whether you indulge it 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 on 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 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.

WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
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.

Especially considering the adjustments made to the weather paradigm recently. The Peacekeeper has been informed that it was far too warm for some of the residents. As a result, the temperature has dropped to appropriately align with winter months and the hours of sunlight have now shortened as a result. While the snow currently isn't more than light dusting now and again, that may be subject to change. (At least those pesky flowers from the Love Bugs appear to be dormant for now as a small blessing.)

In order to apologize for the inconvenient and sudden shift in atmosphere, everyone will get a cute new winter accessory to help acclimate to the chillier conditions. Enjoy the cozy new addition to your wardrobe! Or whatever excuse for a wardrobe you're beginning to assemble.

Additionally, candles will spawn throughout the main hub, houses that are inhabited, and pathways that people have been tracked as walking along often. Isn't that romantic and totally not just a convenient way to encourage one of the kinks of the month! Why would you think that?

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.
FLY AWAY HOME
After The Creators reconfigured the peace parameters and dropped a Giant Bird on everyone in the simulation, The Peacekeeper has tried to come up with its own solution to keep the beast preoccupied. Although still highly aggressive and dangerous, if it has different prey to chase it might not be as much of an issue between spawn periods.

It takes about one week before The Peacekeeper announces its newest creation to Amani: Bunnerflies! These adorable flying creatures are friendly and uplift the moods of anyone they happen to hop or float by. Yet, they are still supposed to be prey for a Giant Bird and it didn't seem fair to leave them completely defenseless. As many of the simulation inhabitants are beginning to find out, appearances can be deeply deceiving.

As a result, their fur may be soft but the edges of their wings are sharp as razor blades. Careful you don't get caught in the path of one fluttering your way.

They also breathe fire! Thankfully, The Peacekeeper has made simulation inhabitants immune to the flames. Sort of. The only type of heat one will feel is that of passion. Whether that means starting a new project or an intense make-out session, it's up to the individual and how they decide to channel it!
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.

Sexy Stamp Card
Issued by: The Peacekeeper
1 2 3 4
6 7 8 9


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

★ The kinks of the month have changed! Be sure to check this post for what the new ones are. Also, give a congratulations to Niles ([personal profile] cyclopticsadist) as the first person to place on the sexy leaderboard! 🎉

★ The effects of the drinks can be as heavy or light as you'd like! It can be chalked up to differences in alcohol tolerance, non-humanity or not, etc. etc. Also, they can mixed-and-matched! Have fun with that.

★ Have fun with the winter accessories! Pick whatever goofy thing you'd like your character to wear.

★ The flora and fauna page has been updated to include Bunnerflies and the flowers from the Love Bug event. While dormant right now, Spring is just around the corner! There won't be as many as there were during the event but enough that people will be able to play around with them as they see fit in the future.

★ Any questions can be asked right here!

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[personal profile] goldenscheme 2022-02-25 09:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ Claude shakes his head. ]

I wasn't being literal. Uh, never mind that for right now.

[ Back to Seteth, who doesn't seem so convinced that this isn't some kind of lie or trick or joke. ]

Who can say? You're right. I guess we can act like we're all dead and it's too late and nothing matters. But I'm not really one to give up like that. I have to believe there's a way outta here and back home. Besides, it's pretty fishy, thinking we'd all just be dead and in a simulation. I'm just too suspicious for that, old man. You should be, too.

[ He takes another drink. It's not that he hasn't entertained the thought that they might all be dead, sure. But what then? Accept this place for the rest of forever? Yeah, no thanks.

He doesn't have the tingle of the drink, of course, since he has the sangria. Instead, he has…

Oh, damnit. Of course. This is like the spice cake thing, only cranked up. He's halfway through the drink and he feels warm and flushed and starting to get unfocused. Or more accurately, he's unfocused on the dreary conversation topic. This was a stupid thing to do with Seteth of all people. He knew better! He knew what the cake could do. Why would the drinks be any different?

He leans against the bar, but he's aware he can't play this off forever. He should come clean about the drink effects.
]
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[personal profile] dadministrator 2022-02-25 11:24 am (UTC)(link)
[The more he drinks, the more potent and defined the feeling becomes, quickly blossoming from a nagging, restless impulse to a full-blown craving. Seteth's tongue darts out to wet his lips, dispirited gaze sharpening into a keen interest that's edging into predatory hunger. Mint and citrus is refreshing, but wouldn't the lingering sweetness of wine on Claude's lips make for an excellent complement? Or.....

No, even better. The tang of sweat licked straight off his skin sounds perfect. What sort of sounds could he coax out of Claude with nothing but his mouth?]


You always have been one to beat the odds, haven't you? If there does happen to be a curtain to pull back on this situation, you would surely be the one to do so.

[After all, it isn't as though Linhardt is here to help the investigation along with his insatiable curiosity. Although, knowing what he does about aphrodisiacs, it's clear that something has been done to his--no, their--drinks. Should he try and keep in mind their effects to report back, just in case Linhardt does arrive later? Just because he can recognize the effects doesn't mean he can dissipate or deny them, the way he's accustomed to attempting.....

He can't muster up the strength of will to resist these impulses tonight nearly as successfully as he usually does, not reeling as he is from the news of their apparent demise. Maybe back on the island, where everything made (some manner of) sense, he could have effortlessly managed to keep this conversation friendly, productive, and professional in spite of being drugged. In this condition, though? He and Claude alike will simply have to accept and endure what the Peacekeeper gives them, and hope for the best.]
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[personal profile] beastlycrest 2022-02-25 11:55 am (UTC)(link)
Marianne asserts herself once again, straightening up, pulling back her shoulders and willing the warmth away from her face - it was no good staring at the floor. This was part of the brave new life she was attempting to live even if this part of it was harder than some others. She bit her tongue to prevent the urge to apologise once again. The distinct lack of tutting tongues and disapproving glances was something that Marianne found herself glad of even if left her adrift on how was appropriate to act.

"I think that I have spent too much time in company of Hilda." She conceded instead, giving credit to the cause of many a scandal herself. Marianne couldn't help but be glad that she hadn't yet seen Hilda's face. That meant she was still safe; alive and fighting. That was reassuring if they were without a priest.

"You, um, please forgive me for being so tactless as to note it, but, you seem...brighter then the last we had an opportunity to speak." She was pointedly attempting not to think of the Gronder Fields but instead of the times they had spoken in the Monastery. Marianne reached out to delicately touch his arm. "This situation is not ideal but I am pleased we got the opportunity to meet again." He was a strangely kindred spirit.
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WILDCARD BITCHES

[personal profile] ragesagainsttheodds 2022-02-25 12:53 pm (UTC)(link)
Ren had given him a few days of grace before she sprung her attack. She had spotted him from afar in the the hub and quickly made her sheepish escape. Bare days after her birthday she decided she couldn't keep up his hiding act for much longer.

Not unlike the very first time they had met; Seteth was grabbed forcefully by the front of his clothes and put up against a wall.

His assailant was a young woman in her early twenties. Her coal dark hair was short cut and messy, two bands of celtic tattooes on her forearms and she was wearing very modern clothes, a messy first attempt of a stone dagger hanging from her waist. She had an arm across his chest to hold him against the wall but she made no other efforts to harm him before that, leaning in closely to look at his face speculatively.

"D'you recognise me, Seteth?" She asked.
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[personal profile] beastlycrest 2022-02-25 01:23 pm (UTC)(link)
Marianne! There's stew! Her DTF - a small blue bird who she had taken to calling Edith - was flitting backwards and forwards through the hallway once she had spotted it, chirping merrily and loudly for all to hear. It was still early in the evening and Marianne was reeling still from her startling arrival.

While meaty food wasn't her preference, it seemed the best alternative to the very suspicious seeming cake and alcohol that had been provided to them all, so, after a bit of pushing by her DTF she eventually made her way towards the upper floor of the bar. She was truly bone tired from helping the new arrivals that had shown up injured and her stomach was rumbling for food regardless. Edith was perched on her shoulder as she walked up and nodded politely in greeting.

And instantly felt guilty about asking for a bowl. "T-This is very kind of you. Could I help in any way?"
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Flying in a Winter Wonderland

[personal profile] beastlycrest 2022-02-25 01:32 pm (UTC)(link)
The bunnerfly was fluttering across his path, swiftly followed by Marianne, keen to catch up to it. She startled at the recognition of yet another voice that she knew "S-Seteth!" One of the others who spent a lot of his time in prayer. How had she not realised he was here? "I- please excuse me!" She called before dashing after the bunnerfly. "I need to catch him, he has an injured wing!"
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[personal profile] hasitsthorns 2022-02-25 01:42 pm (UTC)(link)
[ It surprises her just as much as him, admittedly. Especially how she can't seem to stop herself now that she's gotten going. He bares his throat for her though - a sign of trust to her instincts, in a way - and she's unable to hold back from continuing her attentions along there.

When his grip on her tightens like that, she can't quite keep a playful growl from rumbling against his skin in response. Her lips trail down his throat to his collar. Fingers move to skim over it just to pull it back. By now, with teeth scraping over skin and the way her lips linger in certain spots, he's guaranteed to have at least a few red marks to show for staying with her.

Good. She wants him to, wants everyone to know that... Well, he doesn't actually belong to her, but she can at least make it difficult for anyone to see him and not think that's the case anyway. She loves the way it sounds difficult for him to string together even a simple sentence or two from her kisses alone; honestly, she'd missed being intimate with him, especially, for no shortage of reasons.
]

Mmm, [ comes another hum against him. ] I plan to. [ The following tug on his shirt is equal parts 'get this off already' and a gentle reminder to walk over to the bed. But, just for good measure, she adds: ]

I plan to taste every part of you I can. Seteth- I want to take you in my mouth until you're crying out my name, pulling my hair, and coming hot down my throat- [ You know, she never thought she was any good at dirty talk but maybe she's a bit more decent at it than she gave herself credit for. ]
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[personal profile] zephyrsvow 2022-02-25 02:30 pm (UTC)(link)
...I don't believe they'd think any less of you.

[ A bold statement. But if they cared for Corrin deeply, truly, and he has no doubt that they did, then they wouldn't even allow this to make them feel ashamed due to what his liege has experienced.

Anyway, he'll nod, accepting the lie as he has no reason to question it. It truly is for the better if he doesn't know, and in this way there will be peace kept between them. ]


I wasn't aware that it was possible for others to come from a different timeline, but since we're still here, I don't think it's impossible. Not that I believe it would change his character by much.

[ He could be wrong, but it's Niles, so... ]
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[personal profile] fatefulprince 2022-02-25 03:05 pm (UTC)(link)
[ he sighs, allowing some of the anxiety he was feeling to expel. his retainer was so soothing and dependable... Corrin knew that he was in good hands with Kaze being here now. ]

Thanks, Kaze. I'm so glad you're here, I can't... even begin to tell you. [ seriously. he's. so glad. from horny cake, to all the shit on the network, and everything else in between - he is relieved beyond all measure to have someone he knows here. who he trusts and cares for.

Corrin is currently looking - and feeling - pretty darn jaded after their exchange following the network broadcast and he just... is done. he's so done. he wants to go back to his tree house and just Not Exist Here.
]

... [ he glances down at the half glass of sangria in his hand. He lifts up his gaze, extending the fruity drink to his retainer. ] I think I'm ready to go back to my tree house if you'd like to join me. Do you want the rest of my drink, Kaze? It hasn't made me change. Not the same way the food did. Perhaps drinks are safe after all ... it's really tasty so... the offer is there if you want to take it.
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[personal profile] zephyrsvow 2022-02-25 04:10 pm (UTC)(link)
[ When Corrin says that, he can easily recall what he had some minutes ago:

"But knowing you're here, in this place ... has made me feel so much safer and happier already."

There's a moment where he simply smiles with understanding. And then indeed that exchange occurs...well, he'll try (and fail) not to think too hard on it. On the other hand, with Corrin stating that the drink are a non-issue, and he doesn't seem to be affected by it now despite Kaze looking for signs, the retainer nods. ]


I don't mind at all, and I thank you kindly for the offer, milord. Of course, I will also accompany you to your tree house. I've made it clear that I will stay by your side, and I don't intend to break that promise.

[ Then, he'll begin to down the sangria glass so that they can make it swiftly back; whatever the case, he is prepared to follow Corrin. Whenever they start to make their way there, out of curiosity, he'll ask: ]

Has the tree house always been here?
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[personal profile] fatefulprince 2022-02-25 04:30 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Honestly, he's never been happier to leave anywhere in his life than this party -- right now. When they both watched the broadcast, Corrin was fighting back the urge to transform into a dragon and crash through the ceiling to make a break for it, but ultimately he decided against it.

If Kaze wasn't here, that is probably action he would've taken, he thought. After all, using his dragon form to flee had been his method of coping until now.

As they make their exit, Corrin shivers - feeling the cold air touch his bare skin was more than a little uncomfortable. How had the climate dropped like this? The outfit hat he was given by the Peacekeeper did nothing to insulate him.
]

Brr...! Freezing! [ he embraces himself from the cold. ] Mm, well, me and a few others that I made friends with here have been renovating some spaces to call our own. There's a lodge by the lake that a couple of them are housed in, and my treehouse is on the property in the garden. Since I was already used to living in a treehouse back home, I figured it made sense. I've grown quite fond of it, even if ... it needs a bit of work.

[ the windows weren't insulated and the roof was leaky, but renovations concealing those things would be provided one way or another without Corrin even realising it...

it's not long before they reach the lake that curves around the lodge where the others lived, and Corrin's modest little treehouse was in sight. He climbs the ladder and turns to Kaze with his arm extended in order to help him up, flicking the light on to show a modest little living space - almost like a one bedroom apartment - but with the same rustic interior aesthetic that a cottage would have.

The windowsills were lined with candles which ... were't placed by him. He more or less accepted that it was just another part of the strangeness of this place. The main room looked comfortable enough, with a small wooden staircase leading up to an attic where Corrin's chambers were.
]

Ugh ... what a night. [ He sits down on the sofa and scoots to the side, making room for Kaze to join him if he so wished. Interestingly enough, he wasn't tired. At all. In fact he was ... brimming with energy. ]

How are you feeling, Kaze?
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[personal profile] zephyrsvow 2022-02-25 10:53 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Thank the gods Corrin had enough restraint not to do that. Kaze would've been rather distressed to see his liege do that...

Anyway, when Corrin states that he is cold, Kaze will instinctively come closer, hoping that their lack of distance will chase away some of the feel of the frigid air around his lord. But also, he will raise his hands to the scarf he's currently wearing; having arrived in the clothes he wore last does mean he feels the chill on his own chest, but he doesn't want Corrin to freeze. ]


I will do my best to help you with fixing up the tree house, then.

[ ...He probably sneaks the scarf around the other's shoulders or something before they even enter into the treehouse (or at least he tries to.) Chalk that up to ninja skills!

Anyway, he will take his hand when Corrin extends it to him, and soon he's looking around to evaluate their new surroundings. ]


To be honest, I'm not entirely sure as a whole. I am relieved in the end that I've a chance to still be by your side, though I believe I'm still adjusting to being here at all. And the situation we're in.

But ultimately I'm alright.

After everything, I must ask the same as you.

[ He too feels rather energized. Though, it is something he notices acutely and wonders if it has something to do with wanting to be aware of their surroundings. But...he'll shift one weight from one foot to another, like he's a bit restless. ]
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[personal profile] noogies 2022-02-26 01:36 am (UTC)(link)
[ Iwaizumi had already grabbed a glass of sangria and had chugged about half of it, knowing that he probably needed the alcohol to deal with everything that was going on here when he caught sight of someone he shouldn't be seeing anytime soon.

So what does an angry Iwaizumi do? He finds a pillow and immediately chunks it at Oikawa's head ]


What the hell are you doing here?!
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[personal profile] grandtrashking 2022-02-26 01:46 am (UTC)(link)
[Oh now he's gotta be seeing things, there's no way Iwaizumi could be here. He's both overjoyed and feels like a weight was just dropped in his gut, with the reason everyone arrived.

Apocalypse or something, he's not quite come to grips with that yet but it's slowly sinking in.

But that voice, full of irritation and anger, snaps him to reality while he just lets that pillow be thrown at him before snapping back.]


I could ask YOU the same thing Iwa-chan! Why're you here?! Not that I'm not happy to finally see you but WHY?
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[personal profile] noogies 2022-02-26 01:51 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, no, you first!

[ He stalks up to him and stands in front of him. He looks at him, looks him up and down and makes a snap decision. He proceeds to finish chugging his sangria, slamming the glass down on the closest surface before pulling Oikawa in by his shirt. ]

What kind of stupidity did you get yourself into to find yourself here?
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[personal profile] grandtrashking 2022-02-26 02:07 am (UTC)(link)
[Considering the effects of this world, Oikawa is trying his hardest not to just shut his best friend up, being as close to him as he is. He's had a month alone with his thoughts to think about the very person in front of him.

And those thoughts were quite eye-opening, to say the least.]


What makes you think I did something stupid? I was on my way back to San Juan after the team was in Rio for a week and met up with Shōyō! Then I showed up here!

[Two can play at the shirt grabbing game, though, as Oikawa grabs Iwaizumi's, but that's more to make sure the shorter man is actually there and not let go.]
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[personal profile] noogies 2022-02-26 02:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ Meanwhile, Iwaizumi has been in California for both university and graduate school. He's had plenty of time to think about what exactly Oikawa means to him. It's pointless to think too hard when they're thousands of miles away from each other.

The shock of being face to face, at least for the moment, drives all those thoughts away from his mind. Instead, the other feelings he gets when he thinks of Oikawa come in: anger and annoyance. ]


And I was on a hike around Irvine when I found myself here.

[ then he blinks and tilts his head ] Shōyō?
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[personal profile] grandtrashking 2022-02-26 02:28 am (UTC)(link)
So you tripped and fell? And here I thought you looked after yourself better.

[Smartest thing to say? No. But an Oikawa thing to say when he's also hiding a lot of things beneath the surface and being an idiot or just teasing Iwaizumi relentlessly? Definitely.

And then he sighs, dropping the antagonistic tone and huffing.]


Chibi-chan, shrimpy, Tobio's other half of the freak quick combo that beat us back at Seijoh? Hinata Shōyō. He's been in Rio playing beach volleyball.
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[personal profile] noogies 2022-02-26 02:41 am (UTC)(link)
[ He doesn't say anything in response, only tightening his grip on Oikawa's shirt. What can he say really? Admit his stupid fuck-up that lead him here.

He drops his grip afterwards, staying close to him. ]


Didn't know you got close enough to call him Shōyō.
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[personal profile] grandtrashking 2022-02-26 02:54 am (UTC)(link)
[Unlike Iwaizumi, Oikawa only tightens his grip, a subtle "please don't leave" he doesn't voice but is obvious between them regardless of how angry they get.]

's nothing special, guess I got used to calling people by their first names living in San Juan.

Doesn't really matter now does it? Weird dream or whatever this is, it's just you and me for some reason.
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[personal profile] noogies 2022-02-26 03:31 am (UTC)(link)
[ Oikawa always has been the clingy one, but it's not like Iwaizumi every really minded it. He's not making any motion to move away. He's staying close as he keeps looking at Oikawa. He's feeling a rush through his body, but he's saying it's from the fact he just chugged an entire glass of sangria. ]

Yeah, California's the same way. [ he sighs ]

But I'd say this more of a nightmare, Shittykawa. [ there's the note of fondness with that name that continues on with his final remark ] Especially if I'm here with you.
perfectteatime: (its all mac and cheese dude)

[personal profile] perfectteatime 2022-02-26 03:55 am (UTC)(link)
[ While Byleth isn't usually easy to bait, he's still feeling raw from Erku, and the creature nipping at his leg is given a harsh shove away without the intent to harm. Spitting at Dimitri is another point against him, so by the time the words actually reach him he's already rounded on him again, delivering a sharp kick to his ribs. he's absolutely going to go in for more too.

There's a specific type of coldness to his eyes. It's not anger, but calm fury. The same gaze that earned him the moniker Ashen Demon. It will likely take Dimitri carrying him away this time to stop him beating Niles unconscious.
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perfectteatime: (with confidence comes great wonfidence)

[personal profile] perfectteatime 2022-02-26 04:06 am (UTC)(link)
[ Byleth just kind of lets the outburst roll off of him like water, allowing Corrin to get his emotions out. There's a calm nod. Yeah, for some reason Byleth beating the shit out of people seems to have that effect?

He just walks over, taking off his overcoat and laying it over Corrin's shoulders.
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He had it coming.

[ Sorry Corrin. He's still a man of few words on the best days, but he does place an arm around his shoulders and guide him back towards home. ]

Come on. Let's get you warm. Then we can talk.
perfectteatime: (youre not in a position to negotiate)

[personal profile] perfectteatime 2022-02-26 05:16 am (UTC)(link)
[ Well. Byleth is left to just stew on that for a moment as he watches Dimitri simply go about his business of being shirtless and strong. Fuck you, buddy. That's not even fair. Stupid sexy Dimitri. ]

Uh. Yeah no... no problem.

What do you need me to do? Just. Load me. [ Beat. ] Up. Load me up.

[ GOD!!! ]
grandtrashking: (Seijoh-022)

[personal profile] grandtrashking 2022-02-26 05:19 am (UTC)(link)
Sure is different than Miyagi, but it's been nice.

[A rush of his own is going through Oikawa, but he's had nothing to eat or drink from the peacekeeper, and he's doing his best to ignore it. Not with feelings attached.

But at least he's got an excuse to wave that off for now, by sticking his tongue out. Even being inches away from Iwaizumi's face.]


Hmmm... Yeah it is a nightmare, your face is here, can't be a dream like that!

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