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

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[steelbeowulf]

[Kyosuke's been watching the steady progression of alcohol with a bit of a sour expression]

Another one?

[platinumlucifer]

[ Excellen tips her head slightly toward him. This was likely her third or fourth, yet despite her size she seems to be holding them pretty well. She's a bit flushed, maybe slightly more friendly than normal, but other than that she appears fine.

She's not getting up from her chair, though, so the jury's still out. ]

I need t'try everything they've got to figure out what I like!

You can buy me a drink too if you want. I'll make it worth your while~

[steelbeowulf]

Buy you a drink... yes, I suppose I can do that.

[platinumlucifer]

[ Uwoah, that actually worked on him? YES! Will senpai finally notice her?? ]

Really?

[ Her eyes sparkle, and she comes in close to try to nuzzle into his arm. ]

Kyosuke, you're gonna make a girl blush. Or is that what you want? Could it be that there's a secret ladies man behind the dour face?

[steelbeowulf]

Maybe. Bartender!

[He calls the man over and slips him a scrap of paper]

One of these for my friend, please.

[The bartender takes the paper, looks it over, and smiles. He returns soon with a rather odd concotion and gives it to Excellen.]

[platinumlucifer]

[ She watches the exchange with rapt interest. Oho, what is this, some kind of top secret drink? She can hardly wait! Excellen grips his arm even tighter in anticipation.

Then the thing comes out and she stares. ]

Ah.

[ She looks down at the glass, up at Kyosuke.

Down at the glass.

Up at Kyosuke. ]

Um. What's that?

[steelbeowulf]

It's good for you.

[platinumlucifer]

I said I wanted a drink.

[steelbeowulf]

And I got you a drink.

[platinumlucifer]

[ Yeah, honestly she should have seen this coming. But you know, just once, she hoped that someone out there was looking for her.

Kyosuke, you really suck sometimes. She lets go of his arm with a sideways look. ]

You really don't know anything about women, do you Kyosuke?

[steelbeowulf]

I am familiar with the anatomical and base sociological differences.

[platinumlucifer]

[ ARE YOU REALLY, KYOSUKE?

ARE YOU REALLY? ]

That's not what I meant.

[steelbeowulf]

...I don't personally know many women, no.

[platinumlucifer]

Really? I never would've guessed. Oh, but that means I don't have much competition huh? Lucky! Now then--! [ Cheery mood aside, she stares down at the dreaded prairie oyster in abject horror. What was this thing going to do to her insides? She... kind of had to drink it. After all, it was from Kyosuke. He was dense and didn't get a damn thing, but he bought her a drink? That meant he cared a little bit, right? ] Now... then... [ Oh Gods this thing was disgusting no matter how she looked at it. Kyosuke you really did hate her, didn't you? Staring the thing down for a moment before taking the glass and chugging it with gusto, the blond sat there in her stool. Her face was placid. Calm, even. She was at peace with the world for that one, fleeting moment. Then she swallowed down hard. Dear lord what did she just drink. ]

[steelbeowulf]

I have good news.

[platinumlucifer]

What [ Gulp ] is it?

[steelbeowulf]

You are now guaranteed to not suffer from a hangover tomorrow morning.

[platinumlucifer]

[ She is not even remotely drunk enough to know how to respond to this right now. ]

You're so kind, Kyosuke.

[steelbeowulf]

Just doing my duty.

[platinumlucifer]

[ Duty. Right. She takes a note of the sake bottle sitting near him. It's the same one he's had all night, and she hasn't seen him go for a refill. In fact, by her gauge, he probably isn't even halfway through it yet. ] Anyway, what are you doing at a bar if you aren't going to drink? You're gonna make the bartender sad, you know.

[steelbeowulf]

I have a drink.

[platinumlucifer]

That you've been working at since I got here an hour ago. [ She's not one to judge, Kyosuke, but she's totally judging you right now. ]

[steelbeowulf]

It's cheaper if you don't drink so much.

[platinumlucifer]

It's also not as fun! You only live once, so don't be such a stick in the mud!

[steelbeowulf]

I like my drink.