Test Drive Meme (October + November)

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TEST DRIVE MEME: OCTOBER + NOVEMBER 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.

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. While not required, we also encourage you to take a look at the most recent AU Planning post.

THIS CYCLE'S PROMPTS
#1 Fall is here, and with it come colder temperatures and shorter days. As a result, many herds of different pokémon can be observed passing through the general area on the way to warmer regions. Flying-type birds, rodent-like pokémon, herd pokémon and others like them will be flocking through the Rolling Plains, Verdant Forest and other areas en masse, leaving a bit of a mess in their wake. Some will even stop to rest on buildings or other fixtures. Or possibly on people, if they stand still long enough.

#2 Autumn means Soulfasting is coming to Union. Ninetales Vale is decorated to the nines (no pun intended) in preparation for the celebration, and scary supplies have made their way not only into other districts around Union, but other cities as well! But be careful! This spooktacular holiday isn't all treats; it would seem that a few mischievous Ghost-types have decided to take advantage of the occasion to get their haunter on! Not everything is quite what it seems, but that's part of the fun, right?

#3 Drinking is a good way to keep warm, and while other cities have taken to celebrating the changing weather, when you're under ground most of the year, it's hard to pay attention to that. So to counter all of the harvest festivals, Refuge has decided to have a shindig of their own. Events include eating contests, beer tasting, and a mushroom-finding competition. The winner of the Mushroom Finding competition gets a year's supply of Refuge-brewed mead, and who wouldn't want that?!

#4 With all the herd pokémon heading south, maybe it's time that you got a little R&R as well. The southern islands have certainly built up over the last few months, with those small settlements using profits from the tourist boom to bolster their infrastructure. Looking to take a dip? There are a number of picturesque beaches. Maybe some hot springs to ease tired muscles? The volcano boasts some of the most comfortable soaking spots outside of the Scorched Forest. Just be prepared to wait in line, it's crowded out here!

#5 Wildcard! Come up with your own prompt!

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