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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. Even the few shy moon creatures you find in the wild have strange crystal growths on their hides. This is far from home— perhaps a dream? You pinch your skin and slap your cheeks, yet nothing seems to do the trick. Searching for answers yields nothing but an endless expanse of purple dust as far as the eye can see. You have four options: one, panic; two, soil yourself; three, admire it all then soil yourself; or four, go into survival mode. Eventually, you’ll realize that you’re not alone.

▶ Keep all Hands and Feet inside the Burning Vehicle at all Times
Iris Moon, Government Center (Arrival) and Outer Space | top

After a day or two of living off the crystal wilderness, a group of people find you worse for wear. They are the gallant Moon Knights from the planet of Prismatica. After the strange phenomenon 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? Why did I mix tequila with xanax last night? — 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.

While waiting for transport to be prepared, you may freely roam around the government center. Eventually you’re called back from exploring, escorted to the docks, and led onto a large transport vessel that makes frequent trips back and forth between the moons and the planet. Faces onboard vary from both old and new Moonblessed as well as Prismal locals. The next destination: Prismatica.

A. After settling into the ship and selecting the current in-flight movie, Back Door Slugs 9, you and those around you may eventually feel a bit of turbulence during the movie’s highly anticipated climax. Did anyone notice it, or is everyone too focused on the hot characters?

At first, it’s a small jitter that’s easy to miss or brush off. But as the transport vessel travels on, the shaking progressively escalates to erratic tremors strong enough to cause severe nausea. A minute later, a voice over the speaker announces the ship will have to make an emergency landing, citing technical difficulties.

Sparks can be seen overhead as more ship parts malfunction. This is a good time to hold your neighbor’s hand, say your last goodbyes, and apologize for that horrible thing you did in the sixth grade. Grip your seat with the might of every god you can think of.

B. Another minute later, a follow-up announcement states that external entities have breached the transport vessel. Everyone is warned to be careful and watch out for each other. Small fires will have to be put out before they worsen with either magic or emergency equipment onboard such as extinguishers. In-flight robotic attendants will be scuttling around to perform immediate repairs.

Eventually, an entire power panel bursts, and prismatic jellyfish unnaturally spill out. The jellyfish will try to latch and suction onto any technological devices close by such as the television screens on the seats or communicators and will show preference to Iris Moonblessed over the rest. Be ready to help and pull numerous jellyfish off both the faces of Moonblessed and Prismals!

▶ Jaws IV: Jaws Harder
Planet Prismatica, Outer Lunatia | top

The emergency landing successfully completes and the transport vessel will safely land on top of a gorgeous lake filled with tiny glaciers floating by. When reached out and touched, you’ll find out that the “glaciers” are surprisingly cool crystals and not ice.

The ship will be left hovering idly on the water surface while passengers are ferried to solid ground using portable emergency boats. However, civilization is still a distance away.

A. You’ve probably heard of flying sharks from a veteran Moonblessed. But how about sea lions? These aquatic lions are born with scaly skin and gills outside of their crystallized manes. Unfortunately, they haven’t tasted fresh meat in quite some time. If there are any injured onboard or near your boat, the chances of the sea lions detecting people will be higher as they are drawn to the scent of blood. Growling hungrily, they will be quick to latch onto the boats, biting the edges, and trying to knock everyone overboard for dinner.

After surviving through so far, the Prismals guide everyone to a nearby encampment run by humanoid rabbits. They are tall, built, and have a habit of mentioning their virility an awkward amount of times. They are also generous and will share their game meat and fresh crops while allowing everyone to rest for the night at the only inn in their village.

B. There is no running water all the way out here, so if anyone wants a bath, they’ll have to do it traditionally. The village protects a natural spring, which is a good place to bathe away the sea water. Around the spring, the rabbit folk’s friends — little scintilla chinchillas — will shock away any predators that dare to approach their sanctuary! Be at ease and feel free to offer your friends shampoo massages.

The next day, the rabbits can be seen hacking away at some of the wilder-looking plants for an easier pathway. If you wake up early enough, you can ask some of them for a tour of the beautiful greenery. They mention that it’s thanks to the Moonblessed that their crops have been doing so well lately — the result of all the chroma influx. The rest of the journey to the city will be smooth sailing.

▶ It’s Free Real-Estate
Level 2, 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. 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.

B. A new high-end boutique, Prissy Polyp, has opened in Level 2. As compensation for what happened, both Moonblessed and Prismals that were affected in yesterday’s flight will receive 50% off their total purchase. Those unaffected will receive 30% discount coupons as a promotional gift. All are encouraged to visit with their friends or special someone, try on some things together, ~~enjoy each other in the fitting rooms~~, and deal with the loud, ear-blistering background pop music.

Their clothing collections are characterized by bright iridescent designs, some features such as design patterns may glow ethereally in the dark. One of their signature dresses features a one piece (also available on their trench coats) that can amplify the appearance of one’s decolletage, gluteal muscles, and/or bulge with the press of a neon button. Another item among their collection is the maiden sweater: a sleek, backless sweater that shocks those who attempt unwanted touches. Others include skin-tight leggings (also available on their shorts or pants) which produce pleasant and relaxing vibrations on all lower extremities and fashionable polyp-shaped hats for all kinds of people. It’s a huge shop, you never know what else to find in there.

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In Flight Movie Commentary
[ Thoth, for all that he knows, much rather likes to keep to himself. He's a procurer of knowledge, one who often spends times to himself in his little corner and away from the crowds. Back Door Slugs 9 on a godsdamned crowded plane with turbulence, however, sorely wishes to test his patience to remain quiet.

To anyone who might be seated next to him, they'll have the pleasure of having to endure his extraordinarily grumpy, overbearing aura upon the plane. Each passing minute of the movie seems to evoke an almost overwhelming, suffocating, tight pressure around him, enough that a few other passengers might notice. When one slug in the film just happens to slide down the ample cleavage of the main heroine of the movie, leaving a slimy trail of a clear-white mucus in its wake, that is he can't take it anymore.

The aura snaps, finally dispelling (safely, to the relief of the other passengers), and Thoth practically growls aloud for anyone who might care to listen: ] Ridiculous. This spectacle would be far more entertaining with snakes. [ THE FAR SUPERIOR ANIMAL, in his opinion, thank you very much.

Alas, this is Back Door Slugs 9, not Back Door Snakes 9. ] Who produced this? How did it acquire a 9th installment?

[ Grumble grumble grumble... Except, secretly he actually enjoys this movie for its campiness... ]

Natural Spring Bath
[ Finally taken in with the other survivors to the village, Thoth will gladly partake in some desperately needed R&R, regardless if there is electricity or running water. After that awful plane ride with that awful movie and the awful crash landing (he's fine, thanks for asking), he decides to make his way to the springs. Were he alone, he would have let down his seal to take on his true deity form, unfurling great wings to let them stretch. But since you are here as well (whether man or women), he keeps the the glamour of his divinity concealed.

Unfortunately as he's still in a mood, he'll be only passing a cursory nod towards you, settling in at the edge of the spring, propping up a book. What book is he reading? Actually it's no book, it's this world's equivalent of Skymall magazines! The back page advertisement may be any one of their more ridiculous products: man-spanks, a squirrel tree-climber sculpture, an box that shouts "looking good, [your name]" every time you open it, and a night-glow toilet seat. Take your pick.

Look, he's had no access to a library yet; this magazine is the best he has! ]

Prissy Polyp
[ Is that maiden sweater you're wearing considered high fashion....

Time to pass judgement. ]

It's hideous.

Wildcard
[ OOC: Got something in mind! HMU here. To those who have some magical/whatever ability to sense those who are not human, feel free for them to pick up on Thoth! ]

Edited 2019-09-08 02:33 (UTC)

[Zeno was happily half floating in the springs as he lets his body relax fully. The ride was a little wild and he really just wants to have some time to do nothing at this time. Messy blonde hair half under the water he notices the nod then the back of the magazine. Swimming over he reads it out load with a rather cheerful tone.]

A box that says Looking good? Ahaha, seems like a silly magic box?

[ Thoth's eyes remain looking at whatever page he's reading now. ]
Indeed. [ Curt, to the point, and with nothing to add. ] It caters to those who are either insecure or narcissistic.

[Just floating and nearly blowing bubbles in the water he laughs a little more at the comment.]

Guess it might make some people feel more important~?

Reading further, one can program it to record many different sayings-- "pick-me-ups", as it were-- and gift the speaking box to another.

[ A beat, as his forehead wrinkles with displeasure. As soon as he had provided the information, he immediately had thought of ways the gadget could be exploited. Not that he would, but Thoth definitely has at least two students who would record ridiculous messages to prank another with the box. ]

...It sounds much more headache-inducing than not.

Ooh, that is amazing there is nothing like that in Zeno's home!

[Getting one might be interesting to at least try it out. Though the headache part does earn a small chuckle.]

Can't most things be a pain if used wrong?

Even when used right, this might be nothing more than a nuisance. [ Thoth finishes with a huff, turning the page.

He's read this magazine thrice over, yet the novelties still baffle him. ]

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bangpae_yong - 2019-09-09 16:38 (UTC) - Expand

[Backless sweaters can be useful to have around on the rare occasions the moon cycles cause Ren to grow wings, so he's happy enough to try on one of the ones from this new store. It's...somewhat low-key by their standards, the iridescent patterns in dark purple on a lighter fabric, seeming almost like swirls of cloud.

He doesn't appear fazed by the insult that comes from someone nearby, instead turning towards Thoth with a light, airy sort of smile and a humming sort of laugh in his throat.] If you're going to say something like that then you have to be more specific, you know~? You can't just expect people to take your word for it if that's all you say.

[ The airy smile, the lighter tone garners nothing but a slight brow raise. His arms remains crossed beneath his jacket, although one finger taps impatiently upon his arm. ]

The purple is far too dark for your haircolor.

[ Tone clipped, he makes his first assessment be known. His first. ]

[Ren seems to consider that for a few moments before making some bizarre replication of a negative buzzer sound and holding his arms in an x shape, which is definitely one way of saying someone is wrong.]

I wear these kinds of colours all the time and have a lot of pretty crass friends, so I think I would've heard about it by now if that was true. Try again.

[Clearly if you want to criticise Ren's fashion choices, you have to bring your college-level argument game. Or something. Ren mostly just enjoys stringing people along about things like this, really.]

[ The corners of his lips turn down; not so much as being told he is wrong, but the attitude, the gesture; he cares not for it. (...As if Thoth himself doesn't have an attitude problem.) Seeing as he has no obligation to CORRECT this strangers ~CLEARLY WRONG FASHION TASTE~...

He lifts a hand as if to motion, enough. ]

We are not playing a game.

[Ren looks a little doubtful at that, though the motion is a touch playful as well.] Is that just so nobody can call you a sore loser...?

[Still, he doesn't seem too concerned with continuing to poke fun at Thoth's clothing criticisms, instead curling a hand under his chin and looking the other man over.]

Though I think most of the clothes in here are patterned in the same sort of way, so if you think this is hideous then I don't know how much luck you're going to have finding anything in here that isn't...

[There has definitely been a certain theme while he's been going around this store, and while Ren is fairly broad in the kinds of things he'll wear, as is probably obvious by his complete lack of shame about wearing this kind of sweater, there's definitely a lot of tacky in here as well.]

[ The grumpy old man in the next seat isn't much of a bother, given that Malik isn't fond of socializing like a normal person. However, it's easy to be superficial, and easy enough to respond with Thoth finally says something. ]

Speak for yourself. I am not very fond of snakes.

[ A cobra bite knocking you on your ass will do that. The Pharaonic symbolism only makes Malik detest them more, but that's a whole 'nother can of worms (jar of snakes?) ]

[ Most are not fond of snakes overall. But Thoth prefers the danger noodles ~~especially when they're given tiny hats~~ ]

It is a common phobia, whether or not one has ever seen a snake in person.

[ That is a fair assessment. ]

So by that logic, it would be rather stupid to make nine installments of snakes doing... whatever it is that this is supposed to be.

[ He hasn't been paying attention to the movie, given that sexy slugs are not to his interest. Okay, maybe a part here or there out of morbid curiosity, but he still doesn't see the appeal. But it's better than snakes. ]

[ Those slugs are really getting sexy with their subject matter too. That ooze just drips down the curve of the woman's breasts. Is this really appropriate to be showing on a plane?

On an intellectual level, Thoth can appreciate the artistry of the special effects. ]

Nonsense, [ He dismisses. ] The plot is lurid enough as-is [ Which means that, yes, he's been paying attention enough to gleam that this has a plot. ]; the addition of snakes would transform this film into a veritable horror-thriller.

[ Malik has to deliberate on that one for a second. His first impulsive answer would be to round back to his initial comment, but it ultimately doesn't matter who does or doesn't like certain subject matter. ]

Then someone else would complain because they don't like it. Or are you one of those people who don't care, just as long as it caters to your preferences?

[ Projecting, much? ]

[ Ding ding ding, Thoth likes being right in all things.... sometimes even opinions when it concerns snakes.

Finally, his eyes flick to the stranger, amused. ]

Do you have anything more to add?

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godcards - 2019-09-09 03:34 (UTC) - Expand

[the aura is truly overwhelming, but the girl who's been hogging the window seat next to Thoth this entire time hasn't been bothered by it for even a moment. she's too used to having to navigate around far more oppressive airs to give a shit, especially when something so gloriously stupid is currently on screen. when he finally can't keep the angry critic inside at bay any longer, she doesn't even take her eyes off the screen as she responds.]

Snakes are kinda played out, don't you think?

[the last time they were even remotely fresh was Indiana Jones, and that's still a pretty tenuous grasp as it is.]

You'd have to give them guns or some shit to make it viable.

[ Snakes with guns.

Snakes with guns....

He'd watch that and never, ever admit to it. ] A story should require some level of believability. [ A scoff follows. ] Tell me, how would the snakes fire the weapon?

[hiss and weston, motherfucker. pew pew.]

If you want realism, watch a documentary. [or the news.] They've got a tail, don't they? Not rocket science.

[ Thoth brings a hand up from his chin, seemingly mulling over her suggestion. Snakes using their tails to fire the gun? Hm.

Hmm. ] Perhaps, but only if the serpent in question is long enough, for holding the gun by its trigger would not be conducive.

[ Magic, the director could also just say it's magic. ] For safety-purposes, you understand.

[he's taking this awfully seriously, isn't he. she was going to have to be careful or the urge to be a shithead would become overwhelming and impossible to ignore.]

I kinda feel like if a snake's at the point where it has a gun then it's really not interested in safety.

[ He is always serious! All the time! ]

The safety of others, of itself, or of those it wishes to protect? For what reason would a snake wield a weapon?

[ U ready for this shit. ]

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deadtective - 2019-09-09 05:28 (UTC) - Expand

[She had decided to hop onto the aircraft, wondering what it was like for newcomers here. It has been a while she experienced something like that.

And also, to see if she sees anyone familiar. Alas, that has yet to happen.

On the way back, she watches the film with his commentary, that she found more entertaining than the movie itself.]

I remember there was a movie with snakes on a plane. I believe it was an action movie.

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