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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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It was weeks ago, I know, but others have been here months longer than I have. I don't know how many, but dozens at least.
sorry for delay!! election week madness....
He's quick to brush over those concerns with an amicable smile though, gentle and seemingly rather calm about it. ]
It's a little hard to believe, isn't it... [ Yes and no, the concept of a place trapping anyone that enters isn't. That's kind of exactly what they look into and undo. Miranda would know that better than anyone. The rest of the stuff—
He's too polite to imply it. Also his nerves are already frayed enough. But mostly it's denial. ]
I'm really glad you've been alright, Miranda. [ He's fishing around in his pockets for a second, before he procures a handkerchief that offers it to her with a smile. She is his elder as much as he does tend to act like he's older than he is around others; he won't try to wipe away the tears from before himself.
It's only a little wrinkled. And mostly devoid of sugary crumbs. ]
I'm sorry you had to be by yourself for so long. [ From other Exorcists, at least. Friends. ]
i totally understand
I-It's fine. I've been fine. I just...I was so worried about everyone back home. I worried about what happened after you'd gone and that I'd never see you again.
the bitter horrible irony of his words vs recent canon right now are crushing me
"Gone"? [ He seems a little perplexed that she would be concerned about that, but he supposes it has been a while. A couple months, trapsing back and forth constantly. Honestly it's all blurred together a lot—especially with other, heavier topics looming overhead.
And personified in the constant watch they're keeping over him. ]
It's okay. Link's kept me really busy—so has the science department. It's a lot of travel, setting up the gates—at least for the places I haven't been—but it's not bad. It isn't like missions. [ Which he would rather do than have Link nag him constantly on the nitpickiest of details. It's controlling his entire life, honestly. But he figures hearing that would make Miranda fret less. ]
Lenalee and I were supposed to meet up before heading to see the new headquarters, and Lavi and Bookman have been out on a mission for a while now but were going to meet us there. [ Does Kanda count? No. Who cares. </3
He feels kind of terrible though, knowing about the others but... when had she gone missing? Why hadn't he heard anything?
But he's tucking that concern aside and putting on a pleasantly conversational front just because, her reaction... It seems the thing that would help her best is hearing about everyone. That they're okay.
It must have been hard, Miranda. ]
We've been alright, Miranda. I'm sure everyone will be excited to welcome you back to our new home.
so much irony
He's still an Exorcist and no one has tried to arrest him. He's safe. For now.
More tears are coming but Miranda's smiling and just wants to cling to Allen some more. She just wants to hold him forever.]
Y-Yes, you're right! We'll get to go home and see everyone and it'll be fine. Everyone will be together again.
[Because Miranda will do whatever she can to make sure that can happen.]