Test Drive Meme (December + January)

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TEST DRIVE MEME: DECEMBER + JANUARY 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 The end of the year means Salvation holiday is in full swing in Union. This month long celebration means that houses, businesses and other establishments are decorated to the nines in garlands, ornaments and other fineries, and that retail establishments are sure to be swamped. There is an outcry for helpers around these various shops, and while jobs here do not necessarily pay well, the discounts on goods cannot be beat. Just beware of difficult customers...

#2 With the biting cold settling in most places, Caldera has seen a sudden influx of visitors. Something about being in extremely close proximity to a volcano seems to have some kind of appeal, and places are packed. But what does that matter to tourists? It’s warm, the food is good, and the crowds in the business district aren’t nearly as cut-throat. Residents of the city, however, might get a bit fed up with the sudden surge in (temporary) population. Caldera wasn’t meant to take so many people.

#3 Whereas most of the countryside is barren during this time of year, Citadel stays green despite the cold temperatures. With snow-like blooms speckling its branches, the tree that houses this settlement is a go-to place for people looking for a bit of spring in the middle of winter. Unfortunately, however, with flowers come allergies, and those not used to the blooms (and even some who are) may find themselves a bit more congested than usual.

#4 Glacier is a frozen wonderland this time of year. Literally and figuratively. The place is about 70% ice normally, and the winter bite has opened up a number of “interesting” (see: suicidal for anyone with any remote cold intolerance) activities. These include ice fishing (both with a pole and, for the brave at heart, ice noodling), speed skating, luge and the annual Beartic Swim. We hope you brought your swimsuit and a thirst for adventure!

#5 Wildcard! Come up with your own prompt!

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Neo Politan | RWBY | Ditto Shifter

[youscream]

Any Location Really
Union, Caldera, anyplace she visits around this time of year is jampacked with crowds of people mobbed shoulder to shoulder and far too focused on enjoying the festivities to pay much mind to the tiny, odd girl with multicolored hair and eyes weaving between them with an open parasol resting across her shoulder.

Of course, that's just the way she likes it and big crowds like this are perfect for honing her particular skillset and many citizens and tourists alike in either city will soon find themselves with their pockets lightened. A girl's gotta have some spending money in the big city after all!

Oh, but then she spies an interesting looking character indeed. With a smirk she suddenly steps out of the crowd right into their path with a smile on her face. Closing the parasol she twirls it around her wrist before doing a little spin and bowing to the target. Care to stop and see what this is all about?

5
Unbeknownst to many who aren't involved in law enforcement of some kind, or crime, Neo here is quite a prominent member in Union's underworld being a lieutenant of a powerful crime boss. She's quite the mysterious figure too and nobody seems to be able to recall her ever saying a word, though her uncanny knack at simply walking in and out of "secure" locations is rather infamous. It might have something to do with the Duskull occasionally seen in her company but nobody can say for sure.

... One strange thing is the bizarre resemblance she bears to a certain Union Enlightened who was found murdered some time ago. The hair and eyes are all wrong but the face is undeniably similar. The case is unsolved to this day and the strangest part of it all is the disappearance of the lone Ditto the trainer traveled with....