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July 2022 Test Drive Meme
JULY 2022 TDM
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Folkmore's monthly Test Drive Meme! Please feel free to test drive any and all characters regardless of your intent to apply or whether you have an invite or not.
All TDMs are game canon. You can choose to have your TDM thread be your introduction thread upon acceptance or start fresh. Each TDM will provide a scenario for how characters arrive in-game that particular month.
Playing TDMs will allow characters to immediately obtain canon items from homes especially weapons or other things they may have had on their person when they were pulled from their worlds! There will always be a prompt that provides some sort of "reward" to characters who complete certain tasks.
Current players are allowed to have in-game characters react to TDMs via the Network or make a log with the prompts. Current players are always encouraged to tag new people on the TDM!
TDM threads can be used for spoon spending at any time by characters accepted into the game.
Content Warnings: Unwanted romantic/sexual attention from a monster, optional sexual themes, optional monster fights, giant insects in 'accidents' prompt.
YOU'RE THE ONE I WANT
I HATE ACCIDENTS, EXCEPT...
YOU'RE THE ONE I WANT
Folkmore has many lakes and streams. You wake up suddenly beside one, the world coming into sharp focus the moment you do. It's sunny, and the sounds and sights are warmly nostalgic for the very idea of summer.
You can sit and relax a while. Maybe lounge in the shade. Let your mind drift, and relax. There's a few people around, some still sleeping and some awakening the same as you, but it's far from crowded here.
Suddenly a shadow falls over you. You turn and are greeted by a monster: it looks sort of like an avocado covered in kelp, with oversized hands and a huge mouth. It also looks like it's entirely made of rubber - even its eyes appear to be only painted on.
This monster waves its arms threateningly. “Gaaaaah!” it says. Its voice is muffled. “Gaahhhhhhhhh!”
Somehow this creature is a lot faster than it looks, and the next thing you know it has enfolded you in its embrace.
“You will be Greg’s bride!” the monster shouts, regardless of your gender identification. It looks at whoever happens to be in your general vicinity. “Who this?”
Struggling, you realise that Greg is stronger than any creature you’ve ever encountered before. You can’t seem to get it to let go of you, and it's rocking against you in such a way that it makes a sound like the soles of sneakers on a gym floor. On the plus side, it doesn’t have any genitals that you can see, so at least it’s not as bad as it could be? Still, desperate times call for desperate measures! “That’s my partner!” you claim before you can think about how stupid an idea that is.
“You bride? PROVE IT!"
Oh shit. Now you’re stuck - you and whatever innocent bystander you've dragged into this have to convince Greg that you're a couple! You could admit to something true about love or intimacy under the guise of it being about the other; Greg’s lie detecting abilities are good enough to call you out on untruths, but not good enough to know who you’re talking about.
Or you could just start making out, I guess. Whatever works.
If you're a terrible actor, Greg will abduct you and pull you beneath the water. You better hope your fake partner will try to rescue you!
If you manage to convince him that you're a couple, he will shed a tear from his unblinking eyes before either slinking away or flying into a murderous rage.
If you choose to fight Greg, either in the water or on land, you will find that he's pretty tough for a rubber monster. Any blows to his back or sides will land harmlessly, and the kelp on his body may grab whatever you hit him with. And that big goofy mouth of his hides rows of deathly sharp fangs!
However you get rid of Greg, once he's gone you will find a trunk shaped like a koi fish. Open it and you will find some canon items from home. Clothes or weapons, maybe. Lucky you!
I HATE ACCIDENTS, EXCEPT...
You don't necessarily have to complete the One I Want prompt to find these koi trunks! They seem to be dotted around Folkmore and you might find them just by virtue of exploration! The trunks seem to mysteriously know who is opening them so you won't find someone else's stuff by accident. There are also some unenchanted weapons sticking out of the ground in random places: basic swords, guns, shields, etc. They have no magic, but they're usable!
But be warned: the second you take one of these weapons, you'll have to use it.
As soon as you have pulled a weapon from the ground, a high whining buzz sounds, swelling in volume as somethings come barreling out of the sky at you. They are short humanoid creatures about three feet tall with the heads and wings of cicadas. They are also wearing human clothes - what sort depends on what part of Folkmore you're in. If you're in Wintermute they might be wearing cute sweaters, but if you're in Cruel Summer they might be dressed like your suburban dad on summer vacation. How cute! Except they have very sharp talons and the sound they make can incapacitate you. Better take them down fast!
Or run even faster.
Content Warnings: Mood altering substances, optional alcohol use, optional suggestive themes.
I LIKE SHINY THINGS
IN DIRTY DREAMS
I LIKE SHINY THINGS
Summer isn't all about getting bitten by mosquitoes out at the lake, or sweating your way up a mountain in uncomfortable hiking boots. For the less outdoorsy types, there's still plenty of fun to be had... and all within walking distance of an air conditioner when the weather gets too humid. Close to Epiphany, there appears a gem of a spa, nestled comfortably by a beautiful waterfall. The lobby is spacious and cool, with a distinctly mid-century modern sensibility. The gentleman working the front desk wears a crisp suit of burnt orange with a small golden fox pin on his lapel. He is more than happy to direct you to any of the spa amenities.
There are massage tables, hot tubs, and steam rooms. You can get yourself a manicure, pedicure, or facial. There's a full salon for anything you might want to do to your hair - maybe it's time for a kicky summer 'do? Any kind of pampering you're after, you can find it here! If you need to lie down, there are even some hotel rooms on the upper levels that you can rest in.
There is also a tea room - all soft pinks and sage greens, with plush chairs in sets of two or more around small round tables. You will be seated with someone else, as the tea room is designed to encourage conversation. The waiters in this delightful space are all flamingos - they move around the room with a sort of gangly grace, carrying trays on their backs or with their beaks. Unconventional, but they seem to have no problem understanding people's orders. Speaking of, what's on the menu? Seems every kind of tea has a different effect...
Black tea hypes you UP! Who wants to stay sitting around with a bunch of birds?! Let's go party!
Green tea brings a sense of great peace and mental clarity. You will find it easy to talk about emotional subjects without being overcome with feelings.
Oolong tea calms you and relaxes you deeply. You might even find yourself nodding off!
Milk tea inspires feelings of affection - whoever you're sitting with now seems like they could be your new best friend. (Or more?)
Spending time in the tea room really does encourage you to open up to other people one way or another, and all the other spa activities tend to put people in the mood to open up a little bit.
IN DIRTY DREAMS
If you tire of such relaxing pursuits but you still don't fancy wandering off into the woods, you could always poke around behind the spa, where there is a smaller separate building. If you listen you can hear loud music playing, carried faintly on the summer wind. Some kind of party? Why not check it out? Okay, so there's a big old 'STAFF ONLY' sign on the side of the building, but you could just wander in and come up with an excuse if someone spots you. Or sneak in through the bathroom window or something if you're that worried.
Once inside it becomes apparent that this building functions as a private club for the spa staff. The interior is dark and wood paneled, lit only by some old hanging lights with warm bulbs. At the far end is a bar, and beyond that the glow of a small kitchen. A few tables are scattered along the walls, but the bulk of the long room is taken up by a dancefloor.
And boy oh boy are people getting down.
The music is so loud that you don't have to be able to hear to feel the beat - it pounds through the floorboards like a pulse. It's a compelling rhythm that urges you to join the throng. Even if you lack any and all natural grace, the urge to dance is strong enough that you can cast off your reluctance. You can even find yourself a dance partner, although you might want to keep it a little more G-rated than some of the couples around.
If you tire, you can hit the bar. The bartender isn't checking any IDs, considering they think everyone present is a staff member. Just don't blow your cover!
2/2
It reminds him too much of one he was supposed to take care of back home. ]
Let me see your ears.
[ So blunt and demanding. ]
sjkhk sunny
But the sudden demand makes his shoulders stiffen. He can't even argue that he doesn't have them given the earlier motions of his tail and his own question.
After a moment, he lets out a quiet sigh before he reaches up and pulls his hood down. The sight Sunny is greeted with is a pair of furry dog ears springing, the very tips curved over just the slightest. )
awkward meets awkward
Expressionless as ever, he says a single word: ]
Dog.
[ Maybe it came across as an insult, but he wasn’t trying to. He was just stating that he recognized the animal. That’s honestly all…
The teacup raisss to his lips and he tears his hole in the soul bearing eyes away from Megumi to observe his surroundings on anything else but his current company. ]
bffs in the making
He's only just arrived here so the ears and tail are new. An addition he doesn't think he'll get used to anytime soon. Something about it is almost embarrassing, and he almost finds himself reaching to pull his hood back up. Almost. But instead, he only sighs at the word.
Dog. Yeah. He's basically a dog now. This is stupid.
He lifts his own cup to his lips, sipping at the green tea as those dark eyes look away from him. )
You didn't answer my question.
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[ Sunny.. you didn't say anything, you just nodded in agreement, that yes, this place gave you ears. SO TECHNICALLY THERE WAS NOTHING TO LISTEN TO.. ]
I used to not be this way. I got here and changed.
I'm a cat now. Nya.
[ Cringe. Cringe, cringe, cringe. ]
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No, you didn't.
( There's already a flicker of annoyance that threatens to burn brighter, but for now, it doesn't. But he does sigh as he lifts his hand up to touch his temple. )
Do a lot of people change?
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[ This can go on for hours. ]
A lot of people do change. It's part of our purpose here.
[ A beat. ]
Which is stupid.
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You didn't.
( But that is less important in the face of what Sunny continues saying.
He does lift his cup to take a drink this time, processing what he's hearing. )
Yeah, it is.
( But he still can't stop himself from reaching up to rub at one of those ears. He doesn't like it. )
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[ Sunny also has a temper, but his fuse is extremely long. Right now Megumi just gets a poker face. ]
You make a good dog though.
[ it’s a compliment.. do a little bark bark ruff ]
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What's that supposed to mean?
( Thanks, he hates it. )
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You just wouldn't look nice as anything else.
[ SUNNY???? he's a social recluse, he doesn't know how to be polite anymore, pls don't hurt him megs he's a good kid.. ]
It's a good choice.
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Megumi just... watches him, waiting for whatever will follow the gesture. This kid is weird.
And then he just. Kind of stares. )
Most people don't like to hear things like that.
( But he doesn't care, really. He's not here to look good for anyone. )
Thanks, I guess.
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[ megs i am so sorry he has no idea how to talk to people anymore... ]
You're welcome. Be proud to be a dog.
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( It's whatever. Do you know what kind of morons he deals with daily? )
Are you proud to be a cat?
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…
Sorry.
I like cats… but how I look makes me feel a little funny.
I wish I was a different looking cat.
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( Usually. He's a little testy about this... dog thing. )
I think you look fine. ( Cute, specifically. ) What kind of cat would you prefer?
( Sip sip sip of that tea. )
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[ Which is the exact opposite of what he is.. a short haired, black cat. ]
A cat that looks like a gentle cat that will get a lot of love by the people it likes, no matter about the bad things it does.
[ Hm.. ]
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Do you think people won't love you if you do something bad?
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[ All he can do is watch Megumi as he says this, his expression hollow and lacking any sense of sadness or emotion. ]
People are scared of black cats anyway. White cats are much better.
[ He used to not think that way, though. He used to love black cats above all. ]
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( Who would actually tell a kid something like that? Not even he's that callous. )
You're a black cat, and you're not scary.
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I'm not?
[ wao.. ]
Do you think I bring bad luck to you?
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No, you're not.
( But the question earns a sigh. )
No. That's stupid.
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[ Sunny is looking at those dog ears with a certain kind of want. He wants to pet him, but that's so forward. Still, it doesn't stop the awkward staring. Not to mention, he's not really saying anything else... unsettling. He has no idea how to talk to people anymore, really. ]
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Megumi breathes out slowly, holds the dark gaze with his own for a few long moments before he finally says: )
Say whatever it is you want to say.
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We should be friends.
[ And just like that-- ]
I promise I know how to do tags in a timely fashion
thats a whole mood tho
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