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SHOOTING SHARK

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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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Comments

[shotgunyuukon]

[Well, it's a bit... startling to be lifted like that - and the scrunch of her weight on different pressure points flares up the sting of some of the sore spots of her healing skin, but Ouse's used to pain, and it doesn't even register on her face. Especially not in the light of... the potential for other things going on here. Or, in the wake of that little kiss that leaves her feeling warm and yet more interested than before.]

I have a very high tolerance for pain but... you're right. I will let you know. [And from this position it's easier to wrap both her arms around the back of the other woman's neck and shoulders, to press her chest closer forward to feel the warmth pressed yet further against her. Heck, there's enough hair around if someone does happen upon them, they might not even realize what's going on until it's too late.

With that, though, it's Ouse's turn to be bold and lean in for her own form of a kiss, which settles gently and lingers for a good, long moment, until she can feel the warmth of it radiate through her entire body. Bad memories in the background are just... noise, music to ignore.]

[erranthero]

[Kerra is less than concerned with things that shouldn't come to pass, since she's fairly...reasonably...confident that if she really hurts Ouse even by accident her knowledge of the Force can soothe away pain immediately. What she is concerned with is getting the woman comfortable, settled into her lap, and returning that kiss. The tingling sensation that the mitori leaves in her thoughts is easy to ignore, when she has something warm and soft in her lap like this.]

Good.

[Her next kiss is a little more fervent, eager, and decidedly unchaste. One hand against Ouse's ass should be enough to hold her up, so the other slides around a breast, palm gliding along the damp skin and feeling the weight of it. The woman's heartbeat thrums against the pads of her fingers, her senses inhumanly attuned to the world around her. It makes moments like this brighter and more vibrant, bringing the world and Ouse's clear delight into sharp focus.

Stars Above she is bold, isn't she? Kerra thinks to herself as she slowly pulls away.]

Is there a favorite...activity...you like done to you, beautiful?

[So she'll know exactly what her new friend wants, it is usually good to ask.]

[shotgunyuukon]

[This touch is... so nice. She knows she's starved for it - for any kind of physical affection, no matter how minor, because the drawbacks to her own powers are so dramatic - but that doesn't make the touches any less delightful. That a hand so immediately and boldly takes to her breast is especially nice, warm skin caressing something so sensitive, and prompts a shiver down her spine that she could honestly get used to feeling more of.

But she's not quite sure how to react, where to put her own hands, and the question sort of startles her into remembering... she doesn't really know much about this from a practical standpoint. There's only so much daydreaming can help with, and masturbation is a great start, but introducing another person can change dynamics - she can't go down on herself, after all. So it is a rare moment of genuine bashfulness that makes her look away from Kerra, as much as her ingrained politesse.]

... I'm not entirely certain. My powers and where I lived make getting involved with people... difficult. [She's definitely eager for whatever happens, though, that much is very clear.]

[erranthero]

Right. I should have guessed.

[Really, it seems all the more obvious now that she's had it called to mind. So it spurs her towards being extra gentle, her hand groping soft skin without some of the roughness she might ordinarily have gone with. With a virgin, she's more likely to take her time and focus solely on ensuring that her partner has a positive experience, letting Ouse feel things out.]

Then, I'm going to try a few different things. You should tell me what you like the most.

[Her unoccupied hand slides around, palm closing around the unattended breast, fingertip brushing over a nipple. It's easy enough to see that it's sensitive, and that Ouse likes it, so it seems a natural starting point.

Leaning in, she starts peppering Ouse's neck and collarbone with kisses, taking advantage of her seeming need to look away.]

[shotgunyuukon]

[She can barely make a noise of acknowledgement before her breath catches in her throat - somewhere between the hand on her chest and the lips on her neck, Ouse finds herself very thoroughly distracted from the inconveniences of such silly things as thinking. Her hips move back a bit as she pushes her chest forward, head lolling back, eagerly giving Kerra as much skin to work with as she wants. Oh, Ouse doesn't need too gentle of a touch, at least not on any part that's not healing, but she appreciates it nonetheless.

And it's not long before her voice escapes in a low, soft moan. She's pretty easy to get going. Actually, none of this is going to be nearly as difficult as it might seems, given her relative inexperience - mostly because she also lacks an amount of shame.]

[erranthero]

[Fortunately for the both of them, Kerra also lacks any amount of shame. She's glad that Ouse's so into it, because she's thoroughly distracted by the warmth of the woman against her skin. Her mouth moves up, and up, kissing anywhere and everywhere that it can reach, a burning line of her affection moving along the curve of the other's neck and up to her jaw, and eventually her mouth. Breathily, she goes for a more aggressive kiss on the lips, nipping at Ouse's lower lip.

Her hands are never idle, one begins to move lower, Kerra's fingers tracing the soft lines of her stomach. Overcome with the desire to earn more of those little gasps and steal away Ouse's breath, she wastes very, very little time bringing the tips of her fingers into contact with the space between the other woman's legs. Just a brush, a preview of her plan.]

[shotgunyuukon]

[This is... better than what she expected - better than what she thought it would be like. Better than what she dreamed of, on lonely nights on the mountain, with nothing but the stars and a mostly-empty shrine for company. It's not with who she saw herself with, of course, but...

... He's gone, now. He left her, and he left the mountain, and while she still held out hope that some day he would return to her... some part of her knew the truth. It was never going to happen.

So she has to take what she can get now. Or she will, at least, because it's being offered. The kiss, the touches, all are met eagerly, and as the hand slips further down between her legs, Ouse is ready for it, splaying her knees even further - as much as she can while still leaving a bit of room to work. And that contact... oh that's a whole new level of pleasant, as Ouse shivers at the contact, a whine bubbling up suddenly out of her throat.

It doesn't matter that there's background noise from the Mitori. She has other things to deal with. She can distract herself with the touch and the want she has for things to just keep escalating.]

[erranthero]

[The background noise is easy to forget for Kerra for other reasons, namely the buzzing sensations pulsing through Ouse's aura as she gets what she wants. She can tell that the woman has waited far, far too long for something like this, and giving it to her feels right, somehow. Strange, yes, but the Chroma production smooths over most of her lingering concerns. Everything else is secondary to making this person...this strange, warm, clearly hurting person happy even if only for a short while.]

You are beautiful. You...really aren't how I expected my day to go, stars above am I glad you showed up.

[Maybe she is deliberately overdoing it, but she has a feeling that if she's anything like Yuri, she has a bit of a kink for praise.

Her fingers, of course, continue exploring, focusing on rubbing the heated folds between her new friend's legs, thumb paying extra careful attention to her clit. Slow, lazy, circles, just building her up, letting her savor the sensation.]