Test Drive Meme (June + July)

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TEST DRIVE MEME: JUNE + JULY EDITION

Welcome to bravenewworld's test drive meme! This post is designed to help players test out their characters within the setting, as well as give them an opportunity to collect samples for their future application. The prompts below are all optional, and can be used to get a feel for the game, but we encourage players to get creative and use this post however best suits their needs. Players are encouraged to use either first person or third person for their threads.

When creating a thread, it is advised that players give their prospective thread partners a bit of information in the subject line, such as the characters name and canon, or a possible typing and Enlightened ability (if this is applicable). These are not required, but will make it easier for any prospective players to thread with you.

THIS CYCLE'S PROMPTS
#1 Refuge has opened its gates to the people of Union, Caldera and Citadel, in the most hospitable way they feel possible: A party. Some have come to explore the expansive underground city, but mostly, word has spread about how Refuge's brews are on point. They don't seem to discriminate on age, either.

#2 The city of Caldera is starting a major production project and they need workers. The forges are constantly going day and night and the pay's good, but it's hot, hard work that'll leave you tired and achy to say the least.

#3 The Summer Solstice festival has begun in Citadel. The tree is in full bloom, with flowers of every color dot its branches. This week-long celebration brings together the various tribes that call Citadel its home through music, dancing and, of course, fighting. There is a tournament set to begin, boasting some of the strongest Valkyries that Citadel has ever known among the combatants.

#4 The heat has really gotten to the people of Union, and as a result many have moved south for a weekend get-away in the Archipelago and the larger Island. The sand is warm and the water is too, but doesn't the beach seem a bit crowded for a once seemingly deserted area?

#5 Wildcard! Come up with your own prompt!

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Comments

Yosuke Hanamura | Persona 4 | Citadel Enlightened? Flying type and something else I think

[punchesyu]

#1:

[Yeah, he's not so sure about this. He heard this place had been discovered some time ago by some people from Union or something. The cave network is very unlike the openness of the area around Citadel, and he's not so sure if he's liking it. But the party is awesome. Somehow, he finds himself shoved over to where their alcohol is being served, and someone thrusts a mug in front of him.]

Uh, are you sure I can have that...?

[And how stupid would he look if he got drunk...how is he going to make a good impression on anyone in that state?]

#3:

[This is one of his favorite holidays in Citadel every year. Lots of celebration, hanging out, good food, and the tournament. Where he gets to watch really hot, strong women fight each other. Did he mention that they're hot? Also he'd never want to get on their bad side.

He's totally in the stands with an assortment of food, lucky to get the rest of the day off from working. He will turn and say to you-]

Are you totally ready for this? I've been waiting all year for this festival!

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[indy_wannabe]

[And from the side, a poke in the ribs]

Dude don't complain just take it!

[punchesyu]

[The poke startles him, and well...if everyone's doing it and it's okay then...]

Okay, okay! [He takes the brew, looking down at it suspiciously.]

How strong is this stuff anyway?

[He doesn't want to overdo it and potentially do anything uncool whilst drunk.]

[indy_wannabe]

As weak as baby's milk.

[No it's not.]

[punchesyu]

[He smells it once, but can't really tell, so he shrugs-]

Bottom's up, I guess.

[And starts to drink it. He doesn't get too far before he starts coughing.]

What....that hell??!!

[indy_wannabe]

See? Super weak. Let's get you something better. Yo bartender!

[Looks like he's calling more over. What do, Yosuke?]

[punchesyu]

What do you mean super weak?! That almost killed me!

[Protesting time. He wasn't too sure about this anyway and now this guy wants to get him something stronger?]

[indy_wannabe]

Wait really? Seriously?

You might want to head someplace else, man, I'm not sure you can handle this place.

[punchesyu]

[Now that's just an insult to his 'manly' pride right there.]

I can totally handle it. Just...not whatever that was!

[This is asking for trouble.]

[indy_wannabe]

Maybe it was the taste then. Try this stuff, it's really smooth.

[And 25% more alcoholic]

[punchesyu]

I don't know, you're the one that thinks the brew around here is like drinking water.

[He eyes that devious look on Ezreal's face.]

How do I know you're not setting me up here?

[indy_wannabe]

You don't.

[punchesyu]

Dude, that's not making me want to try whatever this is.

[He glances down at the new mug. He's already not sure if he likes this.]

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[untalented]

[...

He's joking, right?

The stranger better be joking, because the stubborn powdery pink mess that was blasted unevenly in Waver's dark hair was already starting to wear on his limited amount of patience. He brushed at it fruitlessly with equally messy hands-- the multiple colors that covered his otherwise pristine clothes made it amply clear that he was a casualty of the color war that had overtaken the streets earlier that day.]

Ready for what? [He demanded, acting as if there was absolutely nothing wrong in that moment.] Getting pelted by color bombs by half naked men who have no sense of propriety?

[....Or not. His clothes may never recover from this...and that was saying nothing about his pride.]

[punchesyu]

Duh, the tournament! It's like, the biggest thing during this entire festival! Swords clashing, women fighting to the death!

[He seems excited, at least.]

Stop spazzing out, pink's totally your color~ [He teases. He wouldn't want to get caught dead in pink either but it's funny when it's not him.]

[untalented]

Stop teasing!

[The reply was sharp and automatic-- he thought this was going to be a slightly tamer affair, and he was already so over it...]

I don't get what's so attractive about women fighting to the death, either. It's messy, for one.

[And, if he were going to date anyone, he'd prefer it if she had a mind that could match his own. Dates would be boring if he couldn't match wits with the person he was sharing a meal with.]

[punchesyu]

Sheesh, sorry. [Kinda defensive, but oh well.]

Well, it's not exactly fighting to the death or anything, but it's still freaking cool! Just give it a chance, will ya?

[untalented]

[It seriously was an automatic reaction and nothing against Yosuke in particular.]

...Right, [He said, looking away to stare at the color stained dirt beneath their feet.] I just don't get things like that, that's all.

[punchesyu]

I take it you're not from around here then, huh?

[As if it weren't already obvious. Who doesn't get into the festival if you're not from Citadel?]

[untalented]

Well, no. But, you're not either.

[Have a pointed look. Most of the local men had already removed their shirts by now, but this one was still fully clothed.]

Clearly we're both strangers here checking out the festivities.

[punchesyu]

Uh, yeah, about that. I am from here, actually.

[He's just smaller than all other other guys from here, and just...didn't bother.]

[untalented]

[...Okay, now he really was embarrassed.]

Apologies for making assumptions, then.

[He couldn't bring himself to meet the stranger's gaze. Maybe the heat in this place really was too much for him...]

[punchesyu]

Dude, it's cool, it's not the first time.

[He wouldn't get too far into it, but Yosuke doesn't seem to be bothered by it.]

Here, you're a little empty handed. Take it, there's more where that came from!

[He hands over part of his steak. In Citadel, there's no shortage of it.]

[untalented]

[Whoa-- double surprise. Waver looks up at him now, confusion evident in his eyes.]

Really? Are you sure? This stuff isn't that--

[Right. Location. Waver quickly shut his mouth, silencing any further complaints on the matter.]

...Thanks. [He said, delicately poking at the piece of meat with a fork.]

This place is more different than I had thought.

[punchesyu]

Well, living out on the plains or in a tree's gotta be a lot different than most other people. Sure, sometimes the work can be kind of a pain in the ass but that's just how it is.

[He stretches, a hand behind his head as he speaks. When is this tournament gunna start anyway, he's getting impatient. But he can still wait a little while longer.]

Come on bro, you never said where you were from!