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TDM 006: SPECTRAL SPECTACLE
| TDM 006: SPECTRAL SPECTACLE |
00. Arrival This time, you come out of the water, the Nameless Island's own inherent energy drawing people in. It's like being suspended between realities and abruptly pushed from behind through a rift in dimensions. It may make you sick, or that might be the motion of the ocean, lifting you to the surface and carrying you to shore. Waterlogged and covered in sand, new arrivals will be greeted by robots who welcome them with towels and bracelet devices. The A5 card is already loaded up. Feel free to explore the Island, though there isn’t much to see. Most of the buildings are abandoned and in dire need of repair, and beyond the city lingers a thick fog that obscures much of the wilderness from view. Wander too far into this fog, and you will find yourself mysteriously looping back to where you began, your memories of what you were doing and how you got there erased. With that in mind, it may be wise to stake your claim on a rundown apartment, a tent on the beach, or a bed in the “comfortable” new barracks. Your inventory will be found a day later, wrapped up haphazardly and delivered to each person's makeshift home. I. The Dragon's Matchmaking Welcome to the Island, cherub dragons! The auspicious actions of your fellow Islanders have foreseen the reintroduction of dragons to the world. Unlike the hulking, possessive creatures of ancient lore (and recent hot springs), these well-meaning little critters love to help. Their small size and roly-poly frames make them unsuited to laborious tasks, but they will be the perfect companion to any residents who endeavor to pick up a small item, wish for their lunch to be delivered to an absolute stranger, or need a fire started from a tiny, flaming sneeze in their drafty homes. If a cherub dragon sees an Islander they perceive in need of their assistance, they will zip right in and refuse to scram until they’ve done the job! No visible struggles? No problem! The little dragons also love to play matchmaker. Persistent dragons will gleefully nudge together Islanders they believe will have chemistry, and sometimes they aren’t wrong! Of course, even if sparks fail to fly, the dragons’ trilling songs are known to kindle romantic feelings between strangers and long-time lovers alike. II. Ruins While the Islanders have been enjoying their autumn relaxation, the ‘bots of Erku have been hard at work clearing the surrounding forests of dangers for their guests’ safe habitation. If you are of deft hand with monster slaying, forestry, or even just hauling debris and weed picking, the robots will gladly exchange credits for help with reconstructing the recently unearthed mountain temple grounds from the rubble that remains there. Just follow the path of gently glowing mushrooms to the site of the temple ruins. Beware of lurking creatures, grabby plants, and falling rocks!  The temple ruins are tall and breathtaking, despite the eerie chill of the fog that lingers just beyond. Or is it the fog that sends a shiver up your spine? After all, this place was very spiritually important to the original inhabitants of the Island, the robots say to anyone curious enough to ask. Although their own programming does not include religious worship, the Augur believes the restoration of this place to be vital to the continued augmentation of Eros energy. When questioned about the strange shadows that seem to slip from tree to tree, or the unsettling feeling of ghostly hands that seem to nudge volunteers deeper into the grounds, the robots respond with nothing but bafflement. Their sensors detect no unknown organic presence afoot. III. Ritual Islanders who chase those mysterious shadows may find themselves particularly drawn to a structure that lay deeper within the ruins, beyond where the robots have made the most progress. Three sets of crumbling, moss-covered stairs join to form a central platform, which - despite the overcast skies - seems to emit a soft glow. Those who step onto the platform may begin to hear a quiet, compelling voice, which urges them to be free of their inhibitions and to offer their energy to the spirits to be multiplied hundredfold. Visions of naked bodies in the throes of carnal worship dance before the eyes. Those who are especially spiritually sensitive - or perhaps, just lucky - may feel as if possessed by a consciousness that is not their own, and that consciousness is filled with a burning sexual desire. Leaving the platform is an option if alone, but the intense and overwhelming urge to seek companionship will persist until an Auspicious Act is completed. Those who are fortunate to be joined by company within the temple will feel compelled to worship right then and there, no matter the risk of being seen. Within the walls of the temple, Eros energy is enhanced such that any erotic act - big or small - will be enough to break the spell. N A V I G A T I O N |
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Oh. It's... a sock.
[ He chuckles as he takes it from her, holding it up. ]
Not very useful without a pair, is it? [ A gentle sniff, then he winces, holding it farther away. ] Oh, and it stinks. Wow. Where did you get it?
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Really, if she can’t lounge around naked on a sex island then she wants her money back. And, my, this one is rather pleasing on the eyes.]
A sock. [She repeats, like the word is new. Jewelry jingles as she rests one arm around her midriff, curling her other hand under her chin like she’s waiting for his assessment of her ‘gift’. She laughs when he gives it,] One of the darling little dragonlings brought it to me – along with a dozen other articles.
[Said with a gesture behind her, where there’s a small pile of clothes strewn about, none of them matching.] They’re helpful and so cute, I couldn’t turn them down. Even if it’s awfully… fragrant.
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He smiles when she repeats the word, glancing over to the pile of clothes and unable to bite back a laugh. ]
Looks like it likes you. That's a lot of gifts.
[ Random and mismatched and... it definitely looks like it just went around stealing clothes from just about anyone to gift them to her. Should he start looking for his own clothes in there, too... he hopes not. ]
It could use a wash, but either way you can't really wear it without the pair. They go on your feet, [ He provides, just in case socks aren't a concept she's familiar with. ]
Guess you could always make a puppet out of it? I don't know. [ He's just going off on a tangent at this point. Shrugging, he then tips his head in greeting. ] I'm Jim, by the way. Jim Kirk. You're... new around here, I take it?
i only have sexy icons lmao..
Now that’s an unusual name, Jim Kirk. [Not when you come from a place where everyone is called something with at least four syllables. Maybe it’s short for something.] But I think there is much here for me to adjust to. You’re the first mortal who hasn’t immediately asked me to dress.
[She extends one hand out, palm down – if he wishes to kiss her hand – glittering gold rings on her fingers and thumb.]
I am known as Lady Aphrodite.
[Yes. That Aphrodite.]
fmksldslk I mean... appropriate for this game
[ Not that Jim's ogling, that would just be rude, but her nakedness certainly doesn't bother him or make him feel uncomfortable.
He doesn't quite react at first when she stretches her hand out. It's only once he hears her name that something in his head clicks, eyebrows arching in a way that shows only a fraction of the surprise he feels. Eventually he does take her hand, bending lower so he can press a kiss to her knuckles, lips touching skin rather than jewelry. ]
A pleasure to meet you, Lady Aphrodite.
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[She know what she's about. And oh, she can practically feel that skitter step in your heart Jim, even if it's just from surprise, which only makes her more delighted. Once greetings are out of the way, she lowers her hand, tipping her head toward the tent setup she has behind her.]
Would you care to stay for awhile, Jim Kirk. I would be interested to know more about you and this island - though the little metal men did much to explain the situation here.
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He steps further into the tent at her invitation, finding a spot to settle into beside her. Rather than lounge, he just sits with his legs crossed, shoes left by the entrance of the tent. ]
What did they tell you about the island? Anything you're particularly curious about?
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It's a mystery where she got her pillows to lounge on, but it's a cozy setup. She's already thinking of what she'd like her more permanent residence to look like. Maybe a temple?]
I'm most interested in these auspicious acts, darling. Is it true that the island is rebuilt, through acts of passion?
[Putting it politely, although she doesn't mind being more straightforward if she needs to.]
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That's true. You can get that energy through a number of sexual acts, but following any of the themes in your card will earn you bigger, better rewards. Some people have gotten ships from home, their houses, businesses and such. In addition to overall improving the state of the city.
[ He leans back a bit, elbow propped on some pillows. It's a really cozy setup, he likes it. ]
It's a little weird. Never seen any place that works like this. But— I mean, sex is far from the worst way to revive a planet, don't you think?
[ She's Aphrodite, she'll agree with him. ]
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Her eyes brighten when he confirms what she's been told,]
It's delightful.
[The island gets their society back and the visitors get a lot of sex, what's not to like? She rolls over to rest her elbow on the pillow, propping her chin in her hand (and her breasts look great from this angle, if she says so herself.)]
And you look like the kind of man that's been enjoying his time here. How many rewards have you earned thus far, Jim Kirk?
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Also, for what it's worth, her breasts look great from every angle. He certainly won't mind if he gets to appreciate them all. ]
None, but I've only been here for a month, and I haven't asked for anything specific yet. Instead I've been ticking off squares on my card, anyway. Curious to see what it might get me.
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As industrious as you are charitable, that's a fine quality to have, Dear. I will know where to look when I need help clearing some boxes of my own.
[She waves her hand with the bracer on it, although the boxes on her cards serve moreso as enticing ideas rather than tasks to be completed. She'll fill the whole thing eventually, she's sure.]
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[ That can be taken in a myriad of ways, as she's likely aware. Truth be told, he might not need to fill out the boxes, but he also knows there are plenty of rewards he can ask for that would actually help people here survive.
That said, he wholly agrees with the kinks serving more as prompts than anything else. But if they happen to help improve quality of life here, he's certainly not about to complain. ]
It might come in handy for you if you want a nicer place to live, for instance. However, there are also apartments in town that are more spacious and slightly more comfortable than this. Some of them aren't quite so well equipped, but you won't find yourself short on generous neighbors more than willing to help you out.
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[Never doing things by halves. She already gets the feeling she and Jim will be getting along quite famously.]
I would like a little bit more than a stuffy tent, though this will do for now. A temple, perhaps. Yes, I think that would be perfectly fitting. With plenty of room for revelry.
[Leaning up on her elbow, she lets one of her hands fall on his arm, lightly tracing circles with a finger.]
And can I count you among my generous neighbors?
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[ It's not even that he's stroking his own ego. It's a quality he appreciates in others too; his officers mainly, and he understands how important it is in a number of contexts. Granted, this is one very peculiar and far more intimate context. But anyway. ]
Mm, me?
[ He looks down at her hand, smile wider, leaning in closer to her himself. ]
Not sure about neighbor, but you can definitely count on regular visits from me. You may yet make a religious man out of me...
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Mm. I love a pious man. [Hand reaching up, she strokes a bejeweled finger down his cheek, down to run a thumb over his bottom lip, before leaning in to press a kiss to the same spot. It's brief, but with plenty of promise behind it.
When she pulls back, she smiles.]
A souvenir of our meeting. I think it's a little better than a smelly sock.
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Yet he finds like it's a lot more exciting to get to know her like this, rather than in all the texts and books he's never actually read. Suddenly he's very glad that there's only so much he "knows" about her, it's much more interesting to learn about one another in person.
He leans in at that kiss despite himself, lips pressing back to hers, however brief the contact is. He would complain for its shortness, but it really is very sweet. And her remark at the end draws a delighted laugh from him. ]
Yes, I'd say that's a definite improvement.
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But that can come up in it's own time. Or never. He has no need to worry about any of that nasty business from her unless he made the foolish decision to reject her. But he'd never do that, right?
She toys her hand over his cheek, seemingly contemplating whether she is ready to let him go or play further, but on cue there's a rustle at the door of her tent, another one of the dragonlings with another sock. Not matching, of course.
Sighing,] Then I will see you again, Jim Kirk. Hopefully sooner than later.
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He lifts her hand one more time, kissing her knuckles again before he moves to sit up. ]
It was a pleasure, Lady Aphrodite. I'm sure it won't be long before we run into each other again.
[ He'll surely be aiming for that, at least. ]