TDM 008: A WALK IN THE THEME PARK

[erkumods]

TDM 008: A WALK IN THE THEME PARK

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. SIX FLAGELLANTS Welcome, one and all, to a thrilling new location! Robots have worked tirelessly to build, from the ground up, what can only be recognizable as an amusement park. You are just in time for the grand opening of Six Flagellants: Great Advagtures! The Ferris Wheel routinely stops when lovebirds reach the top, waiting for a kiss - or something more daring! - before it starts up again. Robots warn of the scary Haunted House: a dark building with wall-to-wall creeps, and hot and cold running chills. Flickering ghosts roam the halls, and you may find an eerily realistic Headless Horseman -- who bids you, "Come closer. Give me head," while pointing to yours. Hey, get your mind out of the... Nevermind. The Carousel is a two-story affair. Nude figures with familiar faces lounge about, waiting to be ridden, and closer inspection proves that they have the faces of your fellow islanders. Hop on your favorite person and take them for a spin! There are even Bumper Cars, which have the interesting effect of making one feel more aroused with every bump and impact. (It's randomized each time, so don't try to guess based on car color!) What should be a similar ride, the Teacups, has the robots' madness written all over it instead. They have misunderstood the gentle spin-cycles for dangerous, dizzying loop-the-loops across a wide track. Some would swear that the ride has a supernatural invocation for fear. Others are simply man enough to admit they're afraid. Lastly, the Tunnel of Love is not what you expect. Although flavored lube and guides to cunnilingus are on each fleshy-log-shaped boat, the motion of the ocean is quite soothing, and there's a pleasant floral scent in the air that causes a light intoxication. Don't forget to try the food! Similar to the Street Kiosks, there's a ton of faire food: cotton candy, corn dogs, and the like. Mascot outfits are available and those who wear them will be rewarded generously with credits. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● II. LIKE A FIREWORK The next morning, you receive a message on your device: You are cordially invited to a celebration of skinship at the House of Worship. Please do not dress for the occasion. If asked about it, the robots will confirm that is not a specific holiday, but a simple joyous event. If you pry, they may even say that the Old Ones often made merry and partook in the pleasures of the flesh - and so too should you. For an hour, there will be food and drink - alcoholic and aphrodisiac. Then, at the designated time, once the sun has gone down, clothes will be shed and a revelry begun. As fireworks explode overhead, the different colors send the naked senses reeling: Red: You are amorous towards the people around you. Yours is a joyous celebration. The Auspicious Acts you offer are happy and lighthearted, full of kisses and sweet nothings. Orange: You feel bold and adventurous, eager to try something - or someone - new. Your preferred Acts may be dangerous or exciting, perhaps with more than one person. Yellow: You feel reverence when you watch the fireworks, reverence when you look at your fellow people. You feel blessed to be part of the celebration at the House of Worship, and you make the Acts you complete into Acts of worship. You are all about the spirit of generosity. Green: You are not here to celebrate. Jealousy is your lot. Uncover a new side of yourself, full of bitterness and resentment, and try an Act that treads the fine line between light and dark. Indigo: You are proud to celebrate! Those around you are lucky to bask in your presence. You have a newly-minted domineering attitude that makes itself known, and your Acts are likely to be something where you'll come out on top. Violet: These fireworks make you feel unusual - the opposite of yourself. You are different in all that you want to do, preferring Auspicious Acts that you may not have thought twice about before. A group shower will be provided after the festivities wind down. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● III. MISTLETOE Many cherub dragons can be found gathering together in the Greenhouse, working together to finish the cultivation of a new plant. They spend an exhaustive night decorating the island with the new greenery, which can soon be identified as mistletoe. You may think it's sweet of them, but don't get caught underneath one of these sprigs! Standing under the dragon's mistletoe will cause sensory deprivation - and of course, the only way to regain what was lost is to indulge in an Auspicious Act. (You may choose whichever sense you like, or even choose to be figurative, such as "the sense of reason" or "a sense of purpose.") ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● N A V I G A T I O N

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[hashira]

[Two things for Giyu to notice, not that he needs to point out the man's clear injured state or that he is in need of nourishment. But that only means he could be driven to desperation? Would he really be willing to partake of the food provided by those mechanical things? Giyu himself had mistakenly done so once. However he couldn't say he had suffered greatly for it but he would never take that chance again.

When he hears Mugen's comment for once he eyebrows draw ever so slightly together. Kill him?] No. The food will not kill you. So you won't —[Die again?]

It's much worse. [Maybe he needs to get his priorities straight here? Give him a moment. This is difficult to explain. Not because he cannot put the message into words. It's a bit delicate and well an odd conversation to have with a completely stranger.]

I have been told that the food is laced with drugs that cause arousal. And over time it becomes inevitable that a person who has consumed enough of it will engage in sexual activities. [Even if he is looking at Mugen, it's almost as if he were seeing past him. This was the worst conversation he could have but he was a man of integrity to want to get the warning out. But now it is time to get this whole ordeal over with and what's the best way to end a conversation?]

I don't want to talk anymore. [He's hit his quota for the day.]

[ooc: it's beautiful! oh my goodness i love this. i do hope to see you in game.]

[ondori]

[ At that, Mugen has to stop. What the hell could be 'much worse', huh? He gets impatient, crossing his arms again in agitation. Mugen's about to start walking again when Giyu finally continues.

That actually shocks the anger out of him for a moment. He wasn't 100% sure on the word arousal, but even he isn't a big enough idiot to miss the context clue of 'sexual activities.' He raises an eyebrow at Giyu-chan, waiting for him to say it's a joke or something. But no, this dude is serious. Then he cracks up, though it's cut short by the pain in his stomach and another wince. Fucking hell. This little shit was getting worked up over getting a boner? Mugen could die of laughter if he wasn't so hungry. ]

Who the hell would care about that? So, you gotta jerk off after? Big fucking deal.
Feels better when you're full anyway.

Shit. Hope they got some women on this island.
[ Though that last sentence is muttered more to himself than anything. ]

Fine. Do what you want.
[ And now it's Mugen's turn to start moving away again, bare feet carrying him the same direction they were both headed.

But he can't resist one last cheap shot over his shoulder. ]

Try learnin' to jerk off sometime, Giyu-chan.

[ ooc: I will do my best. he's good at ruffling feathers hahah. ]

[hashira]

[Agitation and impatience isn't noted. That would explain why he took the liberty of preparing himself to say what needed to be put into words.

However the reaction he received wasn't one to be expected and even Giyu himself could grow irritated. If ever slightly. Although there's barely a shift in his expression. Just the slight raise of his eyebrows and his lips thinning into a line. He still remains ever tranquil in his observation of the other, he doesn't even bat an eye at the laughter. This man was a fool. But the words he received in turn made him realize the error of his judgement. No. This man was a deviant.

And a person better suited for this environment.

The comment about him doing what he wants gets no response. It was what he'd been doing. He watches Mugen continue walking. Giyu would remain in place. He has no intention on trailing behind him, and besides, he had other things to do. He was never going to head straight back to the city. But there is one last comment added, and true to his words from earlier he did not want to talk. Nothing would he said.]

[ooc: he truly is! still laughing he jumped straight to first names and just aaaa. also sorry i'm a bit on the slow side.]

[ondori]

[ ooc: no you're fine! but I think this is probably a good conclusion for now ?? Mugen's just gonna keep walking away lol

just wait until mugen meets anyone that knows giyu. Tomi-what? oh, you mean giyu-chan?

japanese/fancy names are too goddamn long for him okay. people get a shortened version or a sometimes stupid nickname. ]

[hashira]

[ooc: yeah this is a good spot to end it. hey they talked, totally means they're friends now.

aihgahgalghha omg that's gonna be! please mugen!

that should be tomioka-san to you! so rude, so rude. but he's taking it well enough... still finds it very disturbing.]