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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.

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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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𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗷𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵
( This is truly something! It's been a wonderful, hectic, impressive kind of day where everything seen is something new. Even the ship itself had been thoroughly stared at as Jin Guangyao boarded it, a hint of trepidation skittering across his usually calm face. This is their idea of a ship? Wonders never ceased and there seemed no end to them so far.

So when Jin Guangyao plants the sole of one boot on a person's chest to get better leverage, finger tips digging in to the jellyfish currently attached to someone's face, he can't help but wonder how he even got here. A lot of things have happened, most of which had happened quickly and as Jin Guangyao pushes down with his foot to pull with his hands he gives an apologetic look at the current victim. How had things come to this? It was bad enough having to sit on something that made no sense, watching a movie where despite remembering every line seemed to be so tedious it had no story line to talk of, and now this! The jellyfish suddenly relents, letting go suddenly enough to throw everyone involved off balance. Even Jin Guangyao is caught off guard as he flails backwards, launching the jellyfish swiftly into the air where it arcs elegantly only to land on someone else's face.

Was there even a protocol for this? How did one say "I am sorry your day was ruined by a blob of jelly trying to eat your face."? Whatever it is, it's someone else's problem right now as the young man opts to make sure the first person is okay, wholly concerned as he checks for injuries.)

You'll be fine, please try to rest — ( As for everything else he can see over his shoulder, it seems like most of the jellyfish are going for the "devices" as one person had called them, though it doesn't stop Jin Guangyao from offering his own two cents. He could be using his sword but that would depend on certain factors that have not yet come to light; that and it would be foolish not to hold cards close to his chest in such a foreign environment.) These things will more than likely hate the fires, we should use them.

( That ought to be more entertaining than Back Door Slugs 9. The idea that there had been eight other stories previously? There is only so far common courtesy can go when subjected to such things!)

𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲
( Now that the leader of the Lanling Jin Sect has had time to look around some, he can catch his breath a little. Everything still looks loud, bright and wonderful but at least there are those around kind enough to try and explain them when given a politely perplexed look. Not all of it makes sense, but it at least has some kind of allure to understand and Jin Guangyao knows that soon enough he'll be able to start piecing together what he needs.

Which is why he can be found in one of two places at the moment. One would be the unit he's been assigned, pressing a button only to look both horrified and impressed when a nearby pair of curtains changes colour, matching the pale gold of his outfit. Every so often he'll pause, giving his left hand a look as he flexes it. Strange, it's all so very strange and not at all what was expected.

The other would (naturally) be at the new store he's been dragged into. It's one of those moments that has Jin Guangyao questioning life choices as he firmly keeps the polite smile on his face. These people may as well be walking around naked for all the modesty they're showing right now, so whenever someone comes out of a dressing room to ask him how they look he keeps his eyes firmly fixed on their faces. It's that or go instantly blind from the searing bright colours. At first he had considered any kind of gossip to be a plausible font of information in a place like this with so many people gathered; bars and restaurants often had something informative being bounced around them at times. Even brothels tended to be a good source of information from clients and the women who worked them. Now he knows the error of his assumptions - this is worse than such places, it's relentless and pointless both at the same time. Leaving and finding somewhere else to ask questions is the next logical step.)

I think you look wonderful, those colours go very well with your ... ( Eyes? Cheekbones? Sins? )

Wait, I know this person, I really must be taking my leave now, but I truly have enjoyed visiting this establishment. I wish you all success in future ventures. ( He's already pointing at the entrance to the store and despite feeling like this whole thing is a punishment for something, it doesn't stop Jin Guangyao from giving the most courteous of bows before he heads for the door, waving at the first person he spots. Please, go along with this and help secure his exit from this outrageously loud exhibitionism.)

𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱
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Edited 2019-09-14 20:35 (UTC)

[ Ophilia doesn't want to be seen here any more than Jin Guangyao does, so when their eyes meet for a split second and he flags her down with a wave, she does what any self-respecting clergygirl wouldn't do: panic, then point tentatively at herself. He doesn't mean her, does he? Of course not. She's never met him a day in her life. Why is it, then, that he's so deliberately trudging his way over to her like that?

Her mind reels with the possibilities. Maybe he's a(n oddly dressed, but she's not one to judge) bishop from the Order, and he's ready to give her an earful for even daring to look at a store like that. Maybe he wants to tell her off anyway by virtue of the fact that a woman of the cloth should really know better—and she should! She also knows better than to engage him, though. To avoid what could potentially be a discussion most embarrassing, she looks left, right, left again, then stumbles away in the opposite direction. She can only hope he's not desperate enough for an out to follow her... ]

( Luckily for Ophilia the man walking on over is not a bishop of any kind, though on the flip side it doesn't matter what he is; he's still headed in her direction even when the clergy girl decides to try and make a run for it. The reaction is odd though. Does this person know who he is and what has recently happened? It's possible but then just from the way the young lady looks, Jin Guangyao wonders if it's simply some kind of a misconception going on here, a misunderstanding that could probably look bad if he doesn't explain himself.

So it's a docile and polite expression that Jin Guangyao presents as he scurries on over, clasping hands in front of him as he gives a respectful bow of the head. )

I apologise for this intrusion. I merely wish to walk in the same direction as yourself before we part ways, out of sight of the establishment behind me.

( It's a long winded explanation in a way, but something Jin Guangyao feels the need to express. Otherwise the assumptions could become problematic and that's something he doesn't need so soon after arriving.) Would that be okay?

[ Goodness, but if he isn't persistent! It pays off, too, because Jin Guangyao inevitably catches up to her and Ophilia's forced to surrender herself to her impending doom. She hunches over, her chin to her chest, and braces herself for a terrible verbal lashing.

It never comes.

One of Ophilia's eyes crack open to check for any mean looks or preludes to stern talking-tos. Sure enough, she finds neither—just him, his smile, and his well-meaning explanation. She feels horrible for ever having doubted him. ]

There's no need to apologize. If anything, I owe you an apology.

[ With a sheepish smile and a dip of her head, she pays him what he's owed. ]

Perhaps we got off on the wrong foot. I am Sister Ophilia, a cleric journeying on behalf of the church. Should you find yourself in need, I would be most happy to help. [ And if that 'need' comes in the form of a convenient excuse and an escape route, she's more than happy to oblige. ]

[ Thankfully the other person doesn't start yelling or anything of the sort and Jin Guangyao keeps his expression pleasant, giving another nod when he hears young woman's name. A sister? Cleric travelling on behalf of a church? Not the most familiar of terms but he can at least hazard a guess.]

Ah, I am Jin Guangyao of the Lanling Jin Sect. Just by walking in this direction you have already helped a lot. I had no intention of being in this place but before I knew it they had whisked me away and I felt they would not take any excuses that I could come up with to leave.

[ He pauses, putting on his most rueful expression.] I don't think that place has a fashion sense that suits my own needs.

[ Putting it lightly. Jin Guangyao almost thought he'd go blind at one point.]

[ Ophilia is no more familiar with the Lanling Jin Sect than he is with the Order, but she reasons that if they're all as cordial as Jin Guangyao is, they can't possibly be bad. She commemorates their friendship born of terrible misunderstandings with a clap and an ear-to-ear smile. ]

Oh, but it was all rather strange, wasn't it? I could scarcely tell which hole to put my arms and legs through! [ The answer: none of them. They're holes meant to somehow show more skin than they already do, and judging by Jin Guangyao's conservative garb, that's not really his gig. They have that in common, at least! ]

Their, erm, questionable nature aside, are you in need of some clothes yourself? I find myself in much the same predicament, so perhaps we might be able to help one another!

[ It would be easy enough to point out how prior to arriving he'd been the Sect leader, the one in charge of the most prestigious of Sects. But right now Jin Guangyao is testing the waters, giving only what is needed to see who knows what. Should anyone else know his rank without him saying so, then at least it gives the man a heads up on who knows more than they should.

That and after what went down, Jin Guangyao isn't even sure if he can still use that title. Such is life.

He nods at the mention of clothing holes.] A lot of it seemed to be on the lacking side. And only if you are sure, Sister Ophilia? I wouldn't want to take up more of your time if you have things that need attending to. Then again I would also be a liar if I said that I knew where to start when it came to finding such things.

[ Ophilia doesn't make a habit of prying, so fortunately for Jin Guangyao, his Super Secret Identity back home will remain just that: a Super Secret Identity. ]

Why, you're no trouble at all, sir! [ If, for whatever reason, he still finds himself concerned, Ophilia dismisses those awful little worries with a wave. ] I'd be glad for the company. I am not terribly familiar with the lay of the land myself, but I'd much rather have someone by my side to help than go it on my lonesome.

A-Yao?

[ I know this person, indeed. Xichen's voice is utterly surprised, but also... quiet, somehow. Fragile. ]

[ Of all the people in the world Jin Guangyao is expecting, it's not Lan Xichen. There had been the suspicion that others could be here (if he has found a way to this strange world then it's not impossible for other people to do the same). But the reality is that Jin Guangyao has been so distracted by learning this new place that there are no contingency plans for this! There is no way to prevent how his heart suddenly starts pounding or how his palms swiftly feel clammy.

He should have been more careful and now here he is, eyes widening in recognition as his lips form what could be considered by now a bad habit. ]

Er-ge?

[ Xichen is so lost in this new world. He's only wanted silence and isolation, because every face he sees is a reminder of the people he has failed, and continues to fail. And there are so, so many people here...

He's tired, so at first, he truly thought that he'd imagined the familiar voice. Except the address is said not with cheer or joy, nor with fear or rebellion. It sounds like genuine surprise, and that is something that his mind doesn't do to him.

So, perhaps, it is truly... somehow... his deceased younger sworn brother.

Xichen holds back a sigh, and tries to compose his face. It ends up... calm, but there is no smile. There is no energy left, for a smile. ]

I... have not seen you, in a while.

[ A slight understatement. ]

[ The rush of emotions when the realisation sinks in is almost overwhelming, a conflicting clamour of thoughts all trying to make themselves known at the same time. Happiness, guilt, a little bit of shame. Pointing out how he would never have hurt Lan Xichen became a bit of a moot point by the end of things and Jin Guangyao can't help but rub his left hand before snapping into action and doing the only thing he can think of.

Putting his hands together and giving a respectful bow. ]

It has not been long, Er-Ge, and it is a pleasure to see you again. [ Now that thoughts of bright colours and bizarre hats are starting to fade away, Jin Guangyao can feel his mind starting to tick again, already trying to think it's way through what could be an awkward, uphill situation. Lan Xichen looks calm enough but there's something that tugs at Jin Guangyao's conscience, almost as if something is missing.]

Have you been here long?

[ Once upon a time, Xichen would have smiled and waved the politeness away. But now... now, he can only return the greeting, bowing deeper than his position would require. Then he straightens, tucking his (trembling) hands in the opposite sleeves. ]

Not long, no. I was on the ... transporting vessel which crashed. Have... have you been here long?

[ That bow says it all and Jin Guangyao feels his heart sink. Polite, too polite. He quickly sinks his teeth into the inside of his lip, making sure that this isn't just a nightmare he's experiencing right now. ]

No, please don't do that .... [ It's quiet, murmured, matching the dismay that Jin Guangyao just can't seem to hide in his eyes as he shakes his head. ]

I have not been here long either and I am still working on finding my bearings. [ What should he do? Ask? Try to find out some other way, or simply ignore it in the hope that things mysteriously vanished?? Each path had it's own merit but it's only because of who the man in front of him is that Jin Guangyao opts for the quickest one, this time managing to school his expression in it's usual, polite form. ] What is the last thing from home you remember, Er-Ge?

Edited 2019-09-16 05:48 (UTC)

[ And... there is a smile. Except it's small, and sad. Because he knows that his answer is beyond what A-Yao can know.

Eyes lowered. ]

I have been in seclusion for... a while.

jin guangyao > mo dao zu shi > sanguis

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sorry i didn't see the notif!

nono it's nothing to apologize for!

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real estate / wildcard?

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end of novel spoilers.

very much spoilers, yes

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(end novel spoilers just in case)

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