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▶ TDM .017
You awaken amidst the darkness with only a faint light to greet you. Your body is hemmed in by shards of crystals, gently sparkling and possibly pricking your skin. The surrounding landscape is dyed in the pinks and purples of the dusk filled with crystals protruding from the ground, some as large as a skyscraper. After an hour or two of wandering through the crystal wilderness, a group of people find you worse for wear. They are the gallant Moon Knights from the planet of Prismatica. Because of the strange phenomena during the past months when scientists observed the sudden appearance of rainbow crystals in the sky, the government has been feverishly combing through the moon for more Moonblessed to be rescued. You’ll eventually be brought into Iris’s moon government center.
You all may have your usual inquiries — Where are we? Who are you? What's going on? — and the Prismals are almost too eager to answer. They tell you about their world and about the first appearance of the Moonblessed as the medical staff give you an examination to make sure you’re not carrying any viruses or biological hazards. If you react violently, you may be restrained and nerfed with a specialized neurotransmitting gun that releases a numbing agent through the top of your spine. Once the examinations are over, you’re informed that you will be provided accommodations on their planet during your stay. You will then be escorted to the docks, and led onto a large transport vessel that makes frequent trips back and forth between the Iris moon and the planet. Faces onboard vary from both old and new Moonblessed as well as the local Prismals.
The next destination: Prismatica.
▶ Welcome to the Jungle
07/08 - 07/15 | Iris Moon, Government Center (Arrival) and Planet Prismatica, City of Lunatia | top
Welcome to Prismatica’s hub, Lunatia, the city of your dreams! A bustling metropolis lush with bright lights, vibrant colors, luxuriant plant life, and all the conveniences of technology absent from your own world… It seems like paradise to all the uninitiated. After a quick tour of the city, new arrivals can find themselves getting cozy in their new homes.
▶ You’re as Cold as Ice
07/08 - 07/15 | Level 2, Crystal Beach | top
Summer strikes Lunatia with record high temperatures as the city is wracked by an unnatural heatwave. Residents will feel the burn the moment they head outdoors, kissing their skin pink as it drenches them in sweat. For a hot and sticky day like this, it's the perfect time to head to Crystal Beach for a refreshing dip in the water. All sorts of new stands have popped up by the shore, selling icy treats and frozen cocktails.
The morning news recommends befriending those blessed by Cordis, who can keep people cool with their magic touch. They also warn of overheating machinery and electronics! Establishments and residences may end up dealing with broken air-modulating units if they use them too much.
Having cleared their names, Suzaku and Kaya of former *BTSB fame have decided to reform as a rock band duo called The Nine Tails after leaving their boyband roots. They will be performing their most chill new summer jam, “Fox Girl Summer,” while incorporating Cordis magic of their own to keep the listeners feeling cool and refreshed.
In a panic, Kaya winks at Suzaku, who reassures his worried partner and ends their performance by summoning a mighty phoenix above the stage. Of course, it is only an illusion for the audience as Kaya thaws the partygoers and the ocean with his magic. Suzaku might have gotten carried away with their debut...
▶ Boom, Badoom, Boom, You Got that Super Bass
07/08 - 07/15 | top
The heated beach waters have brought a large onslaught of aggressive super bass close to the shore. Needless to say, the boys with the booming system were not ready for the sudden and alarming increase in population of this particular fish. In response, the beach committee is hosting a fishing competition to see who can catch the largest super bass. They will be providing extremely durable fishing gear and sufficient bait to all worthy competitors, so come to the Crystal Pier with your best fishing know-how and try and break a record or two!
Due to the competition, job openings for lifeguards have become available. Their main task is to keep an eye on participants and the audience. They should be ready to pull them out in case they have trouble swimming back to the pier. Lifeguards will be provided official beach committee high-tech swimsuits (in the form of tankinis and speedos of your choice) that enhance their performance by allowing them to swim faster and breathe more easily underwater. In the dark ocean depths, they glow with patterns easily recognizable to the Prismal eye. They also accentuate the Moonblesseds’ assets very nicely.
▶ Put on Your Red Shoes and Dance the Blues
07/08 - 07/23 | City of Amegahara | top
The city of Amegahara is in preparation for the annual Vulpus Astra Celebration which is coming up in a few weeks. This year is special as the foxes of Amegahara have never celebrated this occasion with the dragons of Lyestellus, making it the first time all three cities in the alliance will be celebrating together. This is all thanks to the Moonblessed, who not only healed their lands but also brought the Prismals closer.
And so for this special year, the upcoming event promises to be an even larger and more extravagant affair. In order to address the extremely high demand for traditional dress and other materials needed for the celebration, many job openings become available in Amegahara. Among these are tailors, glassblowers, florists, and dancers.
▶ Questions
07/08 - 07/15 | Iris Moon, Government Center (Arrival) and Planet Prismatica, City of Lunatia | top
Welcome to Prismatica’s hub, Lunatia, the city of your dreams! A bustling metropolis lush with bright lights, vibrant colors, luxuriant plant life, and all the conveniences of technology absent from your own world… It seems like paradise to all the uninitiated. After a quick tour of the city, new arrivals can find themselves getting cozy in their new homes.
A Settle in your new home at Level 2 to find new roommates and say hello to your neighbors! City officials will give you directions to the designated districts across Level 2 and instruct you to pick out a unit. Each apartment complex has a different aesthetic, some may look cozy, some stylish, and some bizarre. The free accommodations have a basic living space that can only fit two or three people at most in one unit.
Starter Chromaspace furnishings are provided which can be controlled with the touch of a built-in panel. Examples are color-changing curtains, transforming sofa beds, cabinets turning into tables, etc. Customizing your apartment or moving out will have to wait until you earn more chroma. Until then, why don’t you check out your new neighborhood or explore the city levels? Maybe your new roommates or neighbors can give you a “hand” with allowance for dinner.
▶ You’re as Cold as Ice
07/08 - 07/15 | Level 2, Crystal Beach | top
Summer strikes Lunatia with record high temperatures as the city is wracked by an unnatural heatwave. Residents will feel the burn the moment they head outdoors, kissing their skin pink as it drenches them in sweat. For a hot and sticky day like this, it's the perfect time to head to Crystal Beach for a refreshing dip in the water. All sorts of new stands have popped up by the shore, selling icy treats and frozen cocktails.
The morning news recommends befriending those blessed by Cordis, who can keep people cool with their magic touch. They also warn of overheating machinery and electronics! Establishments and residences may end up dealing with broken air-modulating units if they use them too much.
Having cleared their names, Suzaku and Kaya of former *BTSB fame have decided to reform as a rock band duo called The Nine Tails after leaving their boyband roots. They will be performing their most chill new summer jam, “Fox Girl Summer,” while incorporating Cordis magic of their own to keep the listeners feeling cool and refreshed.
B Those listening to Kaya and Suzaku’s summer anthem might find their beats too chill to relax and party to. And by that, we mean literally. Ice may start to form around the limbs of happy local beachgoers, filling them with unfortunate shivers that will send them running into the arms of another Prismal to thaw. Even more troubling is that some portions of the oceanfront may also start to freeze, trapping some unsuspecting swimmers inside and leaving them in need of rescue. If anyone goes unnoticed, a Prismal lifeguard will be quick to rescue them.
In a panic, Kaya winks at Suzaku, who reassures his worried partner and ends their performance by summoning a mighty phoenix above the stage. Of course, it is only an illusion for the audience as Kaya thaws the partygoers and the ocean with his magic. Suzaku might have gotten carried away with their debut...
▶ Boom, Badoom, Boom, You Got that Super Bass
07/08 - 07/15 | top
The heated beach waters have brought a large onslaught of aggressive super bass close to the shore. Needless to say, the boys with the booming system were not ready for the sudden and alarming increase in population of this particular fish. In response, the beach committee is hosting a fishing competition to see who can catch the largest super bass. They will be providing extremely durable fishing gear and sufficient bait to all worthy competitors, so come to the Crystal Pier with your best fishing know-how and try and break a record or two!
Due to the competition, job openings for lifeguards have become available. Their main task is to keep an eye on participants and the audience. They should be ready to pull them out in case they have trouble swimming back to the pier. Lifeguards will be provided official beach committee high-tech swimsuits (in the form of tankinis and speedos of your choice) that enhance their performance by allowing them to swim faster and breathe more easily underwater. In the dark ocean depths, they glow with patterns easily recognizable to the Prismal eye. They also accentuate the Moonblesseds’ assets very nicely.
C Although they are no different from sea bass in appearance, super bass are known for their monstrous strength and penchant for mischief. They like to fly in the air and slap whoever tries to catch them and their fellow fish with their tail fins. You think you like them better when they dolo? Think again. These fish will purposely grab a hold of something eye-catching such as rainbow-colored sea pearl or other treasures from the ocean and pull the unsuspecting fishers into the watery depths.
▶ Put on Your Red Shoes and Dance the Blues
07/08 - 07/23 | City of Amegahara | top
The city of Amegahara is in preparation for the annual Vulpus Astra Celebration which is coming up in a few weeks. This year is special as the foxes of Amegahara have never celebrated this occasion with the dragons of Lyestellus, making it the first time all three cities in the alliance will be celebrating together. This is all thanks to the Moonblessed, who not only healed their lands but also brought the Prismals closer.
And so for this special year, the upcoming event promises to be an even larger and more extravagant affair. In order to address the extremely high demand for traditional dress and other materials needed for the celebration, many job openings become available in Amegahara. Among these are tailors, glassblowers, florists, and dancers.
D The tailors will be sewing traditional clothes, such as lovely-patterned yukata, kimono, haori, and obi. Glassblowers will create pearl glass plates, cups, and trinkets such as hair accessories and festive souvenirs. Florists will be heading to work at Inari Highway’s greenhouses, caring for flowers and putting together flower crowns, colorful bouquets, and floral arrangements to use for street and interior decorations. It is encouraged to make use of pearl glass vases!
Lastly, dancers will be auditioning for a group of strict Amegaharan foxes who will not shy away from hurling insults if you underperform. The traditional Amegaharan dance features many layers of intricate fan work that is difficult to master, or dancers can choose to take part in the more uproarious Amegaharan drum dance. Be prepared for long and grueling rehearsals after passing auditions, where you will be forced to partner up with one another to bend each other’s bodies as flexibly as it could then dance until every single person in the room has the movements and timings memorized perfectly. Moonlacing will keep one another from collapsing in exhaustion, but your bruised ego may require more tender care.
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[ Wrathion turns his attention back to Jean-Claude, offers him a wryly knowing smile. As if he's hiding some sort of amusing secret, when the truth is hardly amusing at all. Wrathion has cooled off enough to play the game once more, and he isn't particularly interested in discussing the detonation of years of friendship with a stranger so easily. ]
You're quite correct. I arrived earlier to enjoy the music, it appears I have simply let time slip by enjoying myself.
[ It's been such a fun time, of course. ]
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[Jean-Claude hums, offering the other man a knowing smile of his own. Graceful as a dancer, Jean-Claude moves to take a seat beside the other man, turning his gaze out towards the ocean before them. Studying it for a moment before returning:]
You are right. It is quite a lovely view.
[He turns his midnight blue eyes back on the intriguing young gentleman beside him, continuing:] I can see how you might have lost yourself, mon ami.
[Which is to say, he knows you were not looking at the ocean all this time, but you intrigue him, and he is willing to humor you if he must.]
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The closeness is -- not something he particularly wanted, but which he can tolerate for the minute if necessary. His eyes dart over Jean-Claude then back out to the ocean. ]
I admit, it is the sky here I find fascinating -- the three moons in particular. There are two where I am from, but on this world there is a point where all three moons are clearly visible. I had not seen such a sight before.
[ Three full moons? Terribly interesting. ]
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He doubts this is of course what the other man was lingering on, though he lets it go, for now.]
Nor I.
[Jean-Claude pauses a beat, letting the silence linger, before he adds:] May I ask where it is that you are from, then? I have never heard of another place with two moons, let alone three.
[Nor of a man with glowing red eyes, but he is getting to that. Patience, patience. One must never ask outright, it is not polite! And it gives too much of your hand away, at that.]
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Azeroth, although not everywhere has multiple moons. Draenor only has the one.
[ Spoken with the casual confidence of someone used to visiting other worlds. ]
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Ah. Azeroth.
[He smiles softly.] I cannot say it is familiar to me. Though I doubt you have heard of St Louis for that matter as well, no?
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[ To this place. Does this gentleman long for St Louis, with its one moon? Or is he enjoying the beach climate, the warmth, the music of Lunatia? ]
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[Jean-Claude tilts his head to the side at the question, smiling slightly at the thought. If only he knew what he asked, how does this place compare to the American Midwest?]
Lunatia is far more fantastical than my quaint little city. St Louis is land-locked, and I am enjoying the ocean -- I have not seen one in quite some time now.
[He turns to study the other man's face for a long moment, before continuing:] But my people -- everything I hold familiar -- remain there without me. I fear I may not appreciate this city as much as I may have done otherwise, would things were different.
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I am told no time passes while we reside here, but I understand that feels difficult to believe -- especially if people wait for you. Timeways can be fickle things.
[ Speaking as someone who has meddled with them before. ]
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This I had not heard.
[He mulls on the idea of it for a moment. Trying to determine whether it is a comforting thought or not, immortal as he is.]
Have you been here long? [He flicks the ghost of a smile at the other man before continuing:] You seem far more well-informed than my own two days of exploration.
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[ In the grand scheme of things, that is. He may know enough to get by, but he's still fairly new. ]
I can't say you have the look about you of someone lost.
[ Jean-Claude moves with an air of casual confidence, so he can't be completely overwhelmed. ]
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You are kind to say so. I suppose you might say I have always done my best to land on my feet.
[And in the world that Jean-Claude comes from, it's a necessity if you want to have any chance of not only surviving but thriving, amongst what some might consider quite literal monsters.]
Still. You have been here longer than I. I welcome your guidance, mon ami.
[He tilts his head at the other man, curiously.]
These Moonblessings. The function that it plays within their society as a whole. It is fascinating, non?
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I've wondered about them myself, about what causes a person to be blessed by one moon over another. Is it random? Is it something in our nature, perhaps? These impact certainly seems... varied, I've noticed. Some seem more able to resist than others.
[ Resist, because of course Wrathion isn't quite the sort to embrace such a thing. ]
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You do not embrace these influences upon your person.
[That much is plain from the other man’s phrasing, even without Jean-Claude’s vampiric perception. He tilts his head towards the other man, offering him a small, wry smile.]
Because they are beyond your control? You cannot be wanting for the company, a handsome man such as yourself.
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I prefer to keep control of myself.
[ Company is not necessarily a problem, but losing control is not to Wrathion's taste. Too much akin to madness. ]
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It is not always a comfortable sensation. Though it can be more-so when you are with a partner you can trust.
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[ Wrathion's tone is genuinely perplexed. A partner he can trust? It's almost like he's not certain what that has to do with anything at all. ]
I'd be more concerned about someone's trust in me.
[ He's the one losing control, surely? ]
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Trust, mon ami. How can you give all of yourself, surrender yourself completely, if you do not have full trust in your partner?
[He shifts in his seat, moving to tuck his knees up against his chest though how he does so in such tight leather pants one never knows.]
It is a vulnerability as much as anything. Being so overwhelmed by your desires that you cannot think straight. Cannot think or act as you may wish. But to deny it is to fight against the oncoming tide. So --
[Jean-Claude holds out a pale hand in something of a voila gesture.] Find someone you trust to share this with. You will make your whole experience much more enjoyable.
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Surely they would have to trust me first? Something I cannot ask if things are outside my control.
[ It simply doesn't make sense. How can they trust him if he isn't in control? They can't, end of story. ]