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❪ test drive: #2 ❫ THE OVERFLOW
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THE PROLOGUE There is urgency in the Orbiters' request. Refugees currently in El Nysa are asked via mass message to please return to Thesa Station virtual reality area immediately. Zasere tells them that the next set of Refugees are scheduled to wake, but there's been an issue. On Thesa, refugees will find that the people in stasis are still apparently trapped in slumber. Most of them are complete strangers, but there's a chance you may recognize a familiar face or two. Normally, these people would wake up from their pods without issue, but due to a malfunction caused by the unforeseen force during The Descent, they have to go through extra measures to make this possible. Those in slumber require extra stimulation, something to keep their minds active. What better than a simulation of an area of El Nysa? Keeping their minds active requires an extremely involved simulation. Those subjected to the VR (prospective characters) will find themselves completely immersed in their new environment, believing themselves to be native Olympians. To wake up from the simulation, characters must work together to accomplish a certain objective(s) in the icy tundra. Characters in-game will be aware that this is a simulation, but this is good practice for properly interacting with El Nysa natives, isn't it? PROMPT: WINTER CAME  The wind in the icy wasteland is bitter and frigid. You are wrapped up in a winter coat, but even still, the cold bites at your skin and leaves you yearning for a warm fire. Perhaps you're a merchant from the city, here to make a delivery, or you're a royal guard, sent to patrol the area. Who are you? The sky is the limit. One thing is certain — you won't snap out of your new identity until you finish a task. 1. Due to the vast diversity of the creatures on El Nysa and the fact that new ones are constantly being discovered, an important objective is to carefully chronicle different species. Unfortunately, to research these new species, they happen to need more than just a visual. More than just fleeting glances in over a snowy hill. Researchers are constantly looking for ways to secure...  3. You are stuck in a dilemma. On one hand, you are set to work for Olympia. One the other, you're not completely sure what is really expected of you, or who the man who gave you this mission truly is.When you come to, you will awaken in Thesa Station. All will be explained to you by Zasere or Sael via telepathic link. Your world is no more. The Storm has consumed it. We offer proof in the Observation Deck if you desire it, but it won't be an easy thing to stomach. We offer you a new life, in our planet of El Nysa. We just ask for your help in maintaining the vitality of El Nysa. What can we offer you in exchange for your help? PROMPT: STASIS UNIT  You have found the massive section of Thesa known as the Stasis Unit. There’s no special access required to access this part of Thesa Station, but refugees are warned that it may not be for the faint of heart. Here, in large pods that nearly cover every square inch of the space, are all of the people the Orbiters have managed to rescue. Your loved ones, your greatest enemy, your next door neighbor— you might find them here. These people are in a state of deep cryosleep. Due to the damaging effects of The Storm, their bodies are not yet ready to be awoken. PROMPT: GET REKT  The Orbiters have noticed that some of the refugees really miss their video games. The technology in El Nysa could be much worse, but it definitely leaves much to be desired. Which is why, after expressing relief that everyone awoke safely, the Orbiters have decided to provide a little fun in the form of video game competitions. Anything from old-timey arcade machines to state-of-the-art computers, consoles, and VR headsets (though you may be a little tired of VR right now...) is available, and yes, they have your favorite games! Enjoy PAC-MAN, Starcraft 2, or perhaps Dance Dance Revolution! Teach a friend how to play. Get unnecessarily angry and competitive. Most importantly, have fun. Keep fourthwalling to a minimum, please. Recommended playing: QWOP PROMPT: OMAGE
Upon receiving your mobile phone, you will be asked to set a username. Voila, you can now access the network! You can choose to send a message to the entire network, specific usernames, or you can try out the Orbiters’ service, Omage, which connects you to a random user. They thought this might be a good way for their new guests to make friends with each other...
Connecting to server... PROMPT: WILDCARD
You are welcome to write any scenarios in Thesa Station! Characters have been granted temporary access to the Observation Room, and are encouraged to study it carefully.
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lukas | fire emblem echoes
clair!
Recently, yes. Though it hardly feels as if I've been asleep for too long.
[ It's like he's nodded off and then woke back up... that kind of feeling. ]
I'm spending time in the observation room, if you haven't stopped by before I'm willing to bet you will be surprised.
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Oh, but I will explain it all shortly.
I am en route!
[ True to her word, she rushes over to the observation room, hardly able to contain her elation. Finally! A friend from home! ]
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Well it's best not to panic without getting some more information. Not like anyone would actually be able to tell that he's the least bit anxious... what with his composure and all. But he waits, examining more of the room in the time it takes for her to arrive and of course when he happens to see her face he welcomes with a casual smile. ]
Clair. [ Somehow seeing her face brings great ease, his heart slowing at a comfortable rate. ] I'm glad to see that you are in good health. Now... I believe you spoke of me sleeping for six weeks? While I admit that some rest would have done some good, I can't seem to wrap my head around the possibility of sleeping in like Python.
[ even worse than Python... what in the hell ]
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Clair, for her part, lights up as soon as she sees him, rushing over to him with obvious excitement—and maybe even a little relief. She didn't know how much she missed having a familiar face around (well, one that wasn't asleep, anyway...) until this very moment. ]
Lukas! My word, I am truly... truly delighted to see you. [ She said that already but it's obviously true, judging by the way her eyes shine—she's made some friends and met plenty of new people here, but there's still something incredibly lonely about not having any of her comrades from home. ]
Oh, but I shall explain it all! Because of that dreadful Storm, the Orbiters have placed everyone in a sort of unnatural slumber, so that they may recover their strength. Thus, you have been asleep all this time—I fear I am the only one who has yet awakened before you.
vane!
I'm saying that I don't trust that they'll be able to compare to what I've experienced from home.
Trust me, the last thing I'll do is purposely risk my health.
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ya think? i think food that comes from somewhere even higher than the sky seems pretty neat
what's your best dish from home?
a2!
Trying to make light of the situation, I see. [ Or perhaps that is just how he views it from his perspective, when she goes to ask what he would like to eat. ] Venison, preferably with a side of carrots. And with a sweet, yet savory sauce.
[ This was such... a bad idea. His smile remains but his eyes appear distant, obviously not in favor of speaking about food that was so out of reach. Though he doesn't allow that to bring his mood down and promptly shoves the idea of falling silent aside. ]
What do you plan to do with your share of the reward of our troubles once we return?
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A2 is still awkward with people. They can stick her into a VR and you can count on her to not be fully aware of her sometimes bad life choices. ]
I'm not sure. Might put some aside and then use the rest to have a relaxing day at one of the bath houses. [ Perfect way to enjoy being back home after being in the cold. ] Yourself?
riza!
[ Wow pour one out for the bear. Buddy ain't coming back up and by that I mean Lukas is following the same procedure and mashing buttons to see what is and isn't effective. And supposedly the bear has a set move list for when it's laying down??
(Honestly the bear is OP under the control of the right people.
Lukas isn't one of them.) ]
Quite, but ah... If a friend of mine were here, he'd say that it's perfect without it. [ Does that make any sense? Python is surprisingly wise person in terms of being carefree and lax, but it should come to no surprise that Lukas is still in the midst of learning how to do this. So his attempt to assure her by saying they shouldn't tie themselves down to manuals may seem... fruitless, to be honest, because he still hums his head with approval. ] On that note, I think I'll put some more concentration into this so I can defeat you properly.
[ what a polite way of saying ur gonna kick someones ass, lukas ]
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In fact, his statement only serves to fan a small spark of competition deep down inside, and she lets her attention flicker over to him for the barest of moments, gaze turning from confused to assessing. ]
I hope that means you think I'm a worthy opponent.
[ He doesn't seem like the type to pull sexist bullshit out of nowhere, but doesn't hurt to reaffirm. (Please don't let her down, please continue to be respectable.)
But that does mean she needs to up her own game as well, and she quickly turns back to the game, button mashing even more furiously as she tries to ensure that the bear stays down indefinitely. ]
batman!
[ ... ]
You are aware that... it doesn't quite matter now, correct? Considering our situation it's not as if many people know your name, let alone who you are. [ But perhaps he's stepping on boundaries, going beyond what the man is comfortable with. ] Though I guess there is also no harm in wearing it.
[ Maybe he should try to joke around. ]
That mysterious air of yours may cause others to swoon.
[ not that he would know or anything hahahahahaha ]
alisha!
[ Lukas just kind of... stares as Alisha finally reaches some conclusion. He can see the light bulb flash to life above her head and if not for her words he would have busted out in boisterous laughter. Or as boisterous as a hollow "haha" can get. ]
That's quite the sharp mind you have. [ He's teasing, but at the same time there holds some truth behind her words. Because while he is not against physical affection there's undoubtedly a sense of embarrassment that wells up inside him; not plainly visible but there, making its presence known in the back of his head despite his demeanor remaining calm. If this is to help achieve their goal in getting warm, then he's certainly not going to argue against it.
Their shoulders touch and... wow. Wow. ]
See? This is... better.
[ Oh holy mother please bring a swift end to this blizzard. ]
Though if it brings you any discomfort, feel free to say so. And of course relax as much as you please, if you wish for rest I'll lend you my shoulder.