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 welcome to use either prose or brackets for their threads.

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THIS CYCLE'S PROMPTS
#1 Summer means it's time for a vacation! You and your Pokémon have hit the beach only to discover that not only has everyone else had the exact same idea, there's a bullying Raichu and Snubbull wandering around stepping on people's sandcastles! Will you stand up to them or let the squabble pass you by?

#2 A Noctowl has delivered you a message inviting you to enroll in Sanctuary's "Spoinkwarts School of Magecraft". How will you respond? If you say yes, you'd better head there for your supplies....it's doubtful you're able to buy cauldrons and Swellow-feather quills in Union.

#3 Perhaps it's time to beat the heat by heading to Refuge. But you've ventured there as evening is falling, and that can only mean one things: Zubats. Zubats everywhere. All at once. Suddenly. There is no escape, there is no release. There is only Zubat, and this cave.

#4 Aggron from the northern mountains have discovered Glacier music and are trying it out for themselves! Unfortunately, the only parts they've mastered are the grunting, yelling, and whipping their heads (and tails) around violently. Enjoy the concert!

#5 The Verdant Forest is full of pollen this time of year! And it looks like this Petilil that won't stop following you is allergic to....itself. It's also giving off pollen. Everywhere. Seriously, even if you don't have allergies, you're in trouble.

#6 Wildcard! Come up with your own prompt!

If you have any setting questions, or want to do some reading before posting a thread, you can find the setting directory here! Happy tagging!

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[and_after_thrall]

[OOC: Taking liberties because I don't know for sure, but I'm guessing the shock doesn't do much of anything against Electric types? Elaine is Electric/Fairy.]

[Elaine's fingers still for a moment as the discharge races right up her bones. If she didn't have a tie to the Electric type herself, it might have hurt. It does cause a little discomfort, but not enough that she jerks her hands back, or visibly flinches...though there's a faint flicker in her brow.]

Now now, calm yourself. There will be plenty of time later to show off what you can do.

[Her chiding is gentle and playful, and hey, she's smiling. She must not be all that upset.]

What kind of acting do you do? It's been some time since I've had a chance to go see a play.

sounds good!

[actsmagnificent]

Musical theater. [ Haruka sounds mildly sheepish about that, but her tone clears when she shrugs. ] We won't be taking home awards anytime soon, but. If we can make the city smile...

[ She smiles herself (it's very charming). What a ridiculous sort of line to have to feed somebody, but it's what's expected of actors, so the facade stays up. They can't let anyone know the Union Divine Theater's true objectives.

Gold has forgotten he isn't a Skitty and is attempting to purr. It isn't going so well. ] I guess we have that in common.

[and_after_thrall]

Hm hm~

[Elaine chuckles quietly. She certainly wouldn't describe herself as being nearly that altruistic. She does what she does for the money, and granted a large portion of her earnings go towards the benefit of Borealis, a human's needs tend to be more expensive than a Pokemon's, at least until Elaine gives up on society altogether and runs around in her birthday suit like every Pokemon ever.]

[But sure, she doesn't mind one little bit if her services are viewed positively. After all, she does enjoy this quite a bit, especially when a client is as good-natured as this comically adorable Jolteon.]

Where do you perform? I know a few friends who'd love an excuse to have a night out, a musical might be just the thing.

[More butts in seats equals better proceeds for future productions, right?]

[actsmagnificent]

Eee. [ Elaine's fingers have found a tickle spot. Gold's leg jerks of its own accord until the massage takes effect and he relaxes again.

Haruka keeps an eye on him out of the corner of her vision, but is mostly focused on chatting with Elaine. ] Union Divine Theater. We're under renovations right now - [ an angry god rampaging down the street will do that ] - but it's in the entertainment district.

[ She smiles. ] If your friends are half as charming as you, you're always welcome.

[and_after_thrall]

[This is the only truly difficult part of a reiki massage: sticking to the guidelines of the treatment instead of just giving up and petting the Jolteon. He's darling, and very affectionate. Elaine's won over.]

You don't know the half of it.

[Fairy Pokemon do nothing BUT charm the pants off of people, sometimes literally. But she'll make sure she brings only those who are the most well-behaved, so as not to cause any trouble for the theater troupe. Because that won't happen ever, right?]

There we go. Almost everything is in alignment. Let me check the front.

[She curls her fingers just below Gold's throat, kneading at the chest and front legs. The more of an electric puddle he becomes, the more she knows she did her job correctly.]

Do you need any assistance with the repairs?

[actsmagnificent]

D'you know a woodworker? [ They're fine-tuning now. That's not really Haruka's thing, so to say, so supervising this has been delegated to others. But as leader, she's supervising the supervisors. Or something. Either one of her Pokémon or Michiru is looking after it, basically.

Gold's head rolls to one side. That feels so great. He isn't all charged up anymore and he didn't even hurt anybody while trying to get rid of the sparks. This is amazing. ] Jollll.

[and_after_thrall]

I can do basic carpentry, as long as you're not expecting anything too elaborate or fancy.

[Elaine helped to construct more than one Pokemon home in Borealis, so she's got skills equivalent to a step or two above 'decent little doghouse.' Things will stay in place at the very least.]

In exchange, send the weary workers my way. We'll keep each other in business.

[actsmagnificent]

It's a deal. [ Haruka grins down at Elaine and Gold. Gold grins up at Trainer. Traaaaaainer. He feels nice. He is not sure he can get up, but he feels really, really good. ] Jolteon.

[and_after_thrall]

[Don't worry, Gold. Elaine's got this. Grasping the Jolteon gently and hoisting him up beneath his front arms, Elaine gathers her legs beneath her and rises to stand. She drapes the dangling Pokemon over Haruka's shoulder like a warm and happy fashion accessory. They look good together.]

Then I look forward to our next meeting.

[actsmagnificent]

[ ...Huh. A new scarf. Haruka blinks, then bites back a laugh. She likes this woman's style (and not just her fashion sense). ] I'll be waiting.

[ The scarf barks thank you and farewell, too. ]

[and_after_thrall]

[OOC: Perfect ending! Thank you!]

[actsmagnificent]

[[ ooc: My pleasure! And welcome to the game! ]]