{ test drive #07 - august 2022 }

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✵ TEST DRIVE MEME: AUGUST ✵

A reminder that our Test Drive Memes double as an Intro Log and threads can be carried over in-game, which means all content is forward dated to the first week of the app month. They are also required for samples. Special note! Next month marks our first year anniversary and we'll be holding a special little event to celebrate. As such, this test drive is directly connected to its preparation.

Refer to the Game Info for general information and feel free to toss any TDM related questions here. Reserves are open and Applications open on September 1st. Our application cycles are bi-monthly so the next cycle won't be until November.

I. WELCOME TO SONGEREIN

Upon "arriving" into Songerein, everyone is understandably confused. The first thought would be they must be in a dream, which makes sense since the last thing they might remember doing is falling asleep or losing some form of consciousness or awareness before opening their eyes and finding themselves in the Plaza of some strange town they've never seen before. But there are a lot of other people around, some that may look familiar but others so strange that it would be impossible for their own imagination to dream up. And they're all just as confused. Fortunately, a red tapir-like creature appears and introduces itself as Solei, one of the "keepers" of this place. It offers some explanation before letting everyone explore their new "home." [Reminder: Other people aside from the characters will also appear to act as filler NPCs so keep in mind that new groups are at least double the size. Players are also free to be creative and come up with any kind of creature or animal their characters might encounter. The only limitations are they must be small to medium in size and not be overly aggressive as the creatures within the town are mostly passive, just wary of the new arrivals.]

A. Magic Journals. Everyone will find a journal stylized just for them on their person somewhere and it's the primary means of communication with everyone. The only limitation is that it's text only, but images can be magically imprinted on the page from the writer's mind. Might as well give it a whirl and see who all is out there.

B. Dreamotion Abilities. Although everyone maintains most of their original abilities while in Songerein, they are also capable of using special abilities based on dreamotion energy. From having their emotions affecting the environment to utilizing new abilities entirely, it's probably something that they should start familiarizing fairly quickly. Especially since all the emotional surprise and confusion may already be affecting things, such as random glass shattering or cracks forming at one's feet.

C. Exploring Town. The town of Reverein is small but still sizable as it continues to grow, so walking around and to see what all there is might be a good idea. Many shops and businesses are popping up all the time and most necessities can be found. Although gold coins have been introduced, bartering is still the main method of purchasing and many retailers will waive first time purchases for newcomers. The population is still much smaller than the town itself, so there are still plenty of homes and buildings that are free to claim, and some may still need a bit of cleaning and renovating. Venturing out of the town to the fields and the Wildlands beyond is fine, though many would recommend having an expert accompanying them when going to the Wildlands.

D. Dreambucks Cafe. As a way to welcome their new inhabitants as well as give them a nice, cool refreshment after all the work they will be doing, the tapirs will call everyone's attention to a certain cafe back at the Plaza. Called Dreambucks, it's a quaint little cafe staffed by friendly tea fairies and primarily serves refreshing drinks and small cakes. Specializing in teas, their products are quite special as the flavor will influence one's emotions and dreams—but in a good way! There are no harmful side effects and they are usually positive. Bolstering one's spirit; calming or relaxing nerves. The tea fairies want everyone to enjoy their time. Anyone can pick whichever table they want to take a break and meet some people. Or take a peek at what someone might be dreaming thanks to the teas.

There are three different types of teas available:

Cloud Coffee. A cup of hot coffee with a cloud of sugar floating above it. The steam from the coffee melts the sugar, causing a subtly sweet "rain" of syrup to pour into the cup. Drinking the coffee brings whimsical and playful feelings, not unlike wanting to dance in the rain. (Thanks to dreammotion magic, the melted sugar does not make a huge mess of the cup like it would otherwise…)
Melon Soda. Bright green and fizzy, this drink tastes like late summer and makes one feel mellow and a bit lazy. Dreamers who come from worlds with things like school and summer vacation may recognize the sense of holding onto summer relaxation for as long as possible.
Peach Tea. Black tea brewed with dried peaches and other fruits to create a light and fruity flavor. Drinking this makes one feel like chatting, either with a friend or a stranger, about the “good old days.” Available hot or iced.

Although it doesn't always happen, sometimes the tea will be a strong enough influence that it will make the drinker daydream for a bit. Anyone nearby may notice their dream crystal lantern flicker and catch a brief glimpse of the daydream on it. Or perhaps those who want to try out their dream crystal lanterns are deliberately trying to see if their dreams are captured. Only daydreams influenced by the tea can be caught and even then it's just a brief glimpse, but it's still an interesting way to see how the dream crystal lanterns work.

Note: Although gold coins have been introduced, everything served is free for newcomers as a welcome gift. However it might not be immediately obvious and the fairies won't mind if customers repay in some way, be it helping out via cleaning and serving, giving gifts such as flowers or fruits, or something else.

II. LOCAL PROMPTS

It's never a dull moment in Reverein and in the surrounding areas. Whether it's fulfilling a job from the latest Dream Board or something else going on, there's always something to do. In this case, as Reverien approaches its first anniversary, locals and Dreamers alike are preparing for a Renaissance Faire sort of festival to celebrate! Currently dubbed "Dream Faire" (name pending, Faire for short), it won't be until later in the month, but there's a lot of work that needs to be done ahead of the festival itself, and there's no shortage of ways for new arrivals to help. Sponsored and funded by the leprechauns and their strangely vast amount of gold and treasure, everyone is ready to pull out all the stops!

A. Plaza Cleanup. Debris from all the wind from last month has built up in the Plaza, so the first order of business is to clean it up so that vendors can begin setting up their booths. Some of what needs to be cleaned out can be used to build booths: driftwood, bits of fabric, an especially cool looking rock, etc. Other items, however, may have traces of dreammotion energy in them that can have some surprising (if ultimately harmless) effects. One predominant effect is floating in the air and causing freak mini thunderstorms in the area. Be careful!

B. Bedazzlepalooza. The directions given for decorating ahead of the Faire is "MAKE IT SPARKLE," and people in town are taking that quite literally. It's a great way to show how far this once run down ghost town has turned into such a bustling, lively town! Items all over, large and small, are being coated entirely in gold and jewels. A magic device that shoots out small jewels and glitter to stick everywhere has been created to help. Perhaps one would like to join in making everything bright and shiny? Or perhaps someone was unfortunate enough to have a personal belonging (or entire self) become bedazzled by a zealous decorator.

1. Stop, Thief! Of course, having such a large amount of valuables out in the open like this attracts unsavory sorts who will try to gather whatever gold and jewels they can and run off. Keep them from getting away with their ill-gotten bounty!
   
   
2. Ornate Eggs. Beautifully decorated eggs are sometimes seen rolling loosely around, especially near high concentration of gold and jewelry. Many in particular can be seen rolling near the Bank of Leprechaun. Locals recognize these eggs from their holiday decorations the past winter and think someone must have lost a crate to try and use for decoration. Collect the eggs to either put away or to add to the decorations. Careful, some of them get strangely hot when moved away from the jewels and may even zap those around them. How strange.

C. Costuming. No good Faire is without its costumes! Madame Blackbird and other clothiers around town are hard at work putting those costumes together and the theme will be fairytale fantasy. As a result, there are many commissions available for gathering unique materials that can be woven into cloth or used to decorate jewelry and accessories from the Wildlands and beyond. Glistening scales from rainbow fish, shedded wings of pixies and dragonflies, hide of a minotaur, threads from the ghoul worms, flowers overflowing with nectar to attract butterflies so they can stay on the clothes—some will be easier to find than others.

1. Modeling. For those less inclined to leave town in search of bits and baubles, tailors also need willing (or less-than-willing) models for their costumes. Just stand outside the shop in full costume and try to convince passers-by to come in and have one made, maybe even get into the character or theme of the costume. Hopefully it's not too hot as the heat is still ongoing. While the theme is consistent, with all the different cultures there are various different…interpretations, some quite stylish, others not so. That medieval knight may look more like a Roman gladiator, or that princess is fully decked out in jewelry…mostly jewelry with little fabric (oh my). In addition, some may find themselves stuck in their outfits and will need assistance in changing out of them.

D. Faire Food Preparations. It's going to be a grand feast, one that will outdo the town's first feast the fae had provided them when they first arrived. But in order to do that, the chefs will need special ingredients and foods.

1. The Great Emu Turkey Leg War. Turkey legs are a popular item at these kinds of events, and a farmer on the outskirts of town who raises turkeys has offered to provide the animals. For obvious reasons, the turkeys themselves are not terribly fond of this plan and have escaped. Some of them even found little army helmets to put on their heads as they scampered off. The farmer has put out a request to catch the animals and bring them back alive (please and thank you). Dreamers are free to take the request or to join the turkeys in their fight against becoming future food.
   
   
2. Fairy Tale Fruits and Veggies. Other farms that are focused on produce have also requested help in harvesting crops ahead of the festival. These commissions include, but are not limited to:
   
   
   • Beefsteak tomatoes that are comically large in size (might take a few people to lift them). If one cuts into them, will it be a tomato or will it have meat inside…?
     
   • Dragonfruit that may or may not shoot a tiny puff of fire at whoever is attempting to pick it.
     
   • Starfruit that will glitter and float away if left unattended for too long.
     
   • Corn that asks you for the hottest gossip (for its ears to listen to, you see).
   
   Players are also encouraged to come up with their own strange and silly fruits and vegetables in their prompts.
   

III. DREAMSCAPE TUTORIAL

Instead of being created by the Tapirs, the Bank of Leprechaun is sponsoring a special "dreamscape dive." After extensive research, a special dreamscape has been created to find special treasures that can be found and brought out of the dreamscape to add to the Faire. There are a few challenges dreamwalkers will have to get through, but they assure everyone it's completely "safe" and it'll be good practice for exercising one's dreamotion abilities. And should anyone hear strange roars, the ground rumbling, or strange large shadows…don't worry it's fine.

A. Up the Beanstalk. Upon entering the dreamscape, everyone will find themselves at the bottom of what looks to be a large beanstalk growing against an even larger cliffside. The location of the treasure is in a castle gilded completely in gold situated near the top, and the only way is up. Flying is one way to do it should anyone be capable, but there are large leaves and vines that can serve as pathways. Perhaps one can try to use dreamotion to make the leaves move as a kind of elevator. Not too many threats on the way to the top, except maybe giant flies that buzz around. They won't attack, but the drafts from their wings could easily knock someone off balance. Maybe one could try hitching a ride to fly up.

B. Sticky Hands. Once at the top, a few leprechauns are there waiting in front of the giant steps to help guide everyone inside through a small, opening crack by the giant doors. Of course they're not going in, just giving some instructions and warnings. One big one is the fact that once anyone enters the castle, their hands will become super sticky. For anything non-treasure, it will take some force but they can pry their hands apart. However, the moment they touch any kind of treasure or artifact within the castle, the item will be stuck until they exit the dreamscape via finding a shining crystal and using any kind of dreamotion to activate it. Fortunately they are commonly found…after clearing the trap.

C. Clearing Traps. It's going to start feeling like a real castle raid. Treasure is found quite easily as there are many rooms and chambers filled to the brim with rare gems, jewelry, accessories, ornate weapons, gilded tomes, mirrors, and other artifacts one might expect to find in a treasure trove. However, there is only one way in and the moment anything is picked up, the path changes. Floors suddenly disappear, one door becoming four, tiles lit up into different colors, walls closing in, arrows flying from all directions, mannequins wielding fire and—the classic boulder run. Without hands it'll be more difficult to deal with, but dreamotion will be very effective and can be used to get past the traps. Once cleared, the shining crystal will appear and once activated they will wake up with the item in their arms. Turn it in or keep it!

It's not like these treasures belonged to anyone…right?

Comments

IV

[lestray]

[Nearby, there's a girl in green who is straight up trying to climb the beanstalk. She looks like she knows how to climb a tree at the very least, but she's struggling to make her way up the giant stalk. At one point, she looks back and notices the red-haired girl just watches. Why is she wearing an outfit like that? It just makes her think of that weird but kinda cool Featherman stuff she experienced in that one dreamscape...]

Oi! Li'l Miss Mask! Ya plannin' to climb this thing too, or are ya just 'ere for sight-seein'? [She gives an irritated grunt as she tries to pull herself up a little further.]

[feale]

[ Somehow, Violet's wandering eyes didn't immediately pick up the girl in green - although perhaps it makes sense, given her clothes don't do much in the way of contrast her from the structure she is climbing. Still, the sharp tone draws her attention enough, and the masked girl hurries over so she can address her more clearly. ]

I'm also planning to travel up the beanstalk! But... To be honest, I think they planned more for us to use— [ and she's forgotten the name of the dream abilities already ] —well, I don't think they meant for us to climb, right? I was just trying to decide how I should make my own attempt...

[ And after that, working out how to actually do it. ]

[lestray]

...Yeah? [The English girl responds slowly, while grappling onto a giant leaf and dangling from it. The masked girl... does make a pretty valid point. So Gina's starting to feel silly just trying to climb this normally. So she tries to cover that by answering gruffly.]

Well, 'ow are ya doin' wiv that? Got yerself any bright ideas yet?

[feale]

[ Here it's Violet's turn to be embarrassed, the sheepishness displaying itself clearly on her face - although her mask likely works to hide some of that from the other girl. ]

To tell you the truth, I haven't quite figured that out yet. I still don't really know how to use those powers. Outside of this, anyway.

[ She gestures to her outfit. ]

I thought maybe flying might be interesting, if I can work out how to do it!

Is there a reason you're climbing?

[ Her tone isn't judgmental at all, just friendly. ]

[lestray]

[She makes her way onto the leaf and perches herself on it. Then she frowns as she thinks over the question.]

I... I dunno. It just seemed like the way to do it. It's like a big tree, ain't it? So I thought... I should just climb it.

[She shrugs. Oftentimes she goes for the direct route rather than harnessing her imagination.]

You thinkin' of flyin' instead? If ya figur out 'ow to grow yerself some wings, I'd like to 'ear all about it, I would!

[feale]

Climbing's kind of easy for me, so I thought I should try to challenge myself.

[ It's said in a friendly, warm tone - nothing like the kind of smug tone in which someone might present a statement like that. Yoshizawa is just being honest, after all. ]

But flying? It's something I've never been able to try for myself! Wings are probably the best idea, but I'm still trying to work out how to make this place listen to me. Or if I can even make wings at all.

Any ideas?

[ Of course, she has no way of knowing if the girl in green has been here longer than her. Maybe she's lacking experience in the same way Yoshizawa is. But it's worth a try, right? ]

[lestray]

[Considering her own struggles so far, Gina almost wants to see if this masked girl really is as good a climber as she says! But she focuses on asking her question, while taking a breather on her leaf and propping at her hat thoughtfully.]

I ain't the best person to ask for stuff like that. This place is all about dreams, so ya should be able to make anythin' 'appen wiv your dreams an' feelin's. All the same, I couldn't make meself into a mermaid at the beach last month, so I dunno if you'll 'ave the best luck givin' yourself wings now.

[But she does want to see her try. Either it will be really cool, or really funny!]

Still, if ya try focusin' on yer emotions an' dreams an' whatnot... Maybe ya can make sometin' 'appen.

has no idea if I'm doing this right even after re-reading the faq but here we go

[feale]

[ Violet tilts her head thoughtfully in response to that comment, thinking about it for a moment or two. Her emotions... Her dreams...

Her emotions have been all sorts of mixed-up lately, but... well, the latter part should be easy, right? Her dream hasn't changed, even if the reasons behind it may have. Above all, she still wants to be a world class gymnast. It's those skills that would give her the confidence to face this beanstalk with her own two hands, and yet...

Perhaps it's just because she's been practicing her ribbon routine so much lately that it's what comes to mind. Perhaps it's something else. But what happens is that Violet's jacket shifts, sleeves lengthening until they form something similar to the ribbons she would use in said routine.

She moves her wrists, and they twirl. And twirl. Faster, and faster, until they lift her an inch or two off the ground.

Violet looks up in shock - and promptly loses the air she gathered, feet settling back on the ground.

She giggles. ]

Well, it's not quite what I was thinking of, but maybe it could work?

You got this!

[lestray]

[Gina had no idea what to expect from the masked stranger. It definitely wasn't... this! Whatever 'this' was! She watches with wonder as the ribbons spin around and take her up off her feet!]

Cor...! [She gasps.] Sure, it ain't wings, but it's plenty close enough! It got ya off the ground well enough, it did.

[Gina leand forward on her perch, bursting with curiosity.]

Alright then Miss Mask, why don't ya give that another go! Try to get yerself up 'ere to me leaf! [She gestures invitingly! This could help them figure out how viable this new ability might be...]

[feale]

[ When the girl in green calls her "Miss Mask", only then does Violet realize she's not introduced herself. It's almost enough to make her apologize on the spot, but... she can't help but think about how amazing it would be to reach her on her leaf first, and then exchange names.

It's the kind of cool move she thinks her senpai would appreciate, at least.

That last thought is enough to give her the courage to do it, and she focuses on those same thoughts once more, bringing the ribbons into a smooth spin again until they lift her off the ground. This time, she's expecting it, and is able to control it a little more easily as a result, using the air to guide her until she sails up and onto the leaf.

Once she settles down, she smiles brightly, lifting her mask to greet the other girl, just a tiny bit out of breath. ]

My name is Yoshizawa! It's so nice to meet you!

[lestray]

[Up, up and away! Gina continues to be impressed as she watches the masked girl soar up into the air and onto the leaf alongside her! And there goes the mask, just like that. That earnest introduction is amusing. In contrast, Gina tries to keep herself calm as she adjusts her cap and smiles slightly.]

So ya do got a name. [Just one that seems... a little difficult for Gina given her track record with Japanese names.]

Mine's Gina. Good to meet ya an' all! An' good job flyin' around like nuffin' I've ever seen. I bet ya could make it all the way up a lot easier like that!

[feale]

[ It's true; never is Violet anything short of earnest, even when wearing these clothes, this mask, which have always served to make her feel more confident somehow. With introductions exchanged, she anchors the mask back on her face, shaking her arms a little to prevent the ribbons of her sleeves from tangling up. ]

It's a pleasure to meet you, Gina-senpai!

[ In response to the other's comment, she tilts her head, looking up at the rest of the beanstalk's height, curiosity on her face. ]

I'm sure I could. But it would be nicer if we could go together, right?

[ She's not sure she could still fly if she was carrying someone, but... maybe she could try? ]

[lestray]

[She blinks a bit at the 'senpai'. Now that's a new one she hasn't heard yet from her Japanese friends, but she won't question it. It sounds pretty nice anyway!]

That'd be plenty nice, it would. [If this could solve both of their problems, that would be great! But can the other girl handle it with her new power? She pauses a little, looking down and shuffling her feet as she sheepishly tries to ask.]

D'ya... think ya can manage it? Could ya gimme a lift?

[feale]

[ In truth, she has no idea. But there's surely no harm in trying at least, right? If they're careful, and test it above the leaf, she'll get an idea of how hard it will be before she lifts Gina too far for safety... and besides, there are other leaf-made platforms on which they can stop and rest if it becomes too taxing. And so, with a determined expression lighting her features, Violet nods. ]

We can at least try! [ She tilts her head, examining her outfit and the sleeves. However Gina holds on to her, she has to make sure it doesn't impede the movement of her hands; after all, they have to twirl the ribbons, even if the dream seems to do a lot of the work for her. ]

Um, would you prefer to hold on around my shoulders, or my waist?

[lestray]

Yeah, it's gotta be worth a shot!

[Gina regards the girl who's only an inch taller than her. She is also keeping in mind that she should try staying out of the way of those arm-ribbons.]

Lemme think... Goin' for the shoulders should work well enough. An' I'll do it from the back so I don't miss wiv yer flyin' ribbons there.

[feale]

Okay! Then let's do this, Gina-senpai!

[ With a decisive nod, Violet turns her back to the other girl, indicating that she should hold on before she straightens out her arms again, preparing to take flight once she does.

She's certainly nervous, but quite excited nonetheless. It may not be exactly what she had in mind when she first thought of flying, but it works, and she might even be able to help someone else too! ]

[lestray]

Alright then!

[Gina feels just a bit unsure about this. But Yoshizama's enthusiasm is endearing at least, and she feels confident that it is possible.

So she shifts around behind her and grips her shoulders firmly.]

I'm ready to take off whenever you are!

[feale]

[ If Gina were to tell Violet that she's coming across confident, the girl would certainly be relieved, if nothing else. She's not really used to being thought of as the optimistic type - and truth be told, she's really only starting to learn how to be more confident in herself.

Something of which she is certain, however, is her ability to adapt. If she can adjust to the power of a Persona, she can surely adjust to this, too.

And so, once Gina finds a proper purchase on her shoulders, Violet nods once more. ]

Okay! Hold on tight!

[ She starts to twirl the ribbons again, scarlet eyes squeezing shut as she focuses on the same feelings that brought them to life before... and it's with a small sigh of relief that she feels them start to lift off the leaf! ]

...Alright. I've got this. Are you okay?

[lestray]

[She feels confident enough to Gina, though her enthusiasm sure helps with that! Gina still feels a little nervous as her new ally starts to take off, keeping her eyes closed for the first few moments. Then after a few moments and feeling her feet leave the ground, she slowly opens her eyes.]

Y-yeah... I'm fine.

[She looks around with surprise and excitement - and a little bit of fear!]

Whoa, ya really did it! We, we're flyin'! L-look at us now!

[feale]

[ The excitement in Gina's voice only serves to spur her on, and Violet smiles broadly as she looks around them, experimenting a little while they are low enough with keeping her focus enough to float in the air while also being able to be aware of their surroundings. Once or twice, she falters a little, a slight dip in the air before she regains their lift; only once she is completely confident does she turn her gaze skyward. ]

Do you trust me? I'll stay close so I can get us to a leaf if I stumble, okay?

[ She wants to make totally sure that Gina's okay with it. After all, despite her attention to their safety, she is putting them both at risk here. ]

[lestray]

[It's incredible, just flying through the air like this, even if it is practically through piggyback. It's a much more direct and speedier method of flight than the hot air balloon she's used to! It is kinda terrifying, but ultimately an exciting thrill! She gives a little gasp each time Violet dips.]

Yeah! 'Course I trust ya! You - you're doin' it! [Trust can be tricky with Gina, particularly when it comes to new people. But in this moment, she feels comfortable putting her faith in Yoshizawa's hands- and the ribbons connected to them!]

It, it's a bit of a rough ride but that's fine! Keep it up now, 'til ya think ya need a breather!

[feale]

[ For someone who is still learning to trust herself, hearing that the girl on her back at least trusts her is just the boost that Violet needs. It's with a smile that she nods, a sound of confirmation coming from her lips as she angles her arms, soaring them up along the side of the beanstalk with almost as much ease as running, or flipping through the air in a floor routine.

In fact, she's able to make it up quite a distance before she sets them down on a leaf for a short break, eyes shining with joy. The top is clearly visible from here, now - just one last stretch to go. ]

Let's rest for a moment, and then we'll finish our climb!

[ From this high up, it's hard to see much of the dreamscape below, but what she can see looks beautiful and eerie both. Not to mention huge. It's like Mementos, the way it sprawls and stretches out beyond belief. She wonders how many dreams and worlds and ideas are all packed into this one space. ]

Um, Gina-senpai? Can I ask... how long have you been here?

[lestray]

[It feels like the ride is only becoming even smoother... It's incredible! And Gina gets more and more used to being a passenger at the same time, keeping a firm grip on the other girl's shoulders and feeling calmer about the whole business now that it feels like there isn't really a chance of them plummeting to any certain doom anytime soon.

She voices her approval at the idea of a break. Yoshizawa's more than earned by now, of course! And once they're down on the leaf, Gina lets go of her shoulders and takes a moment to stretch.]

You can ask that, yeah. I've been 'ere for a good few months now. [She taps up her chin as she thinks.] Guess it's been about 'alf a year now that I think about it. Cor, time sure is soarin' when you're livin' in a dream world.

[feale]

[ Behind her mask, Violet's eyebrows raise, and then fall again, a frown falling over her features as she shakes her head. Six months? That is a long time to dream, even for someone like her. ]

I see... And, um, is there anyone else from your world here?

[ She has to imagine it would get lonely without her friends. She feels lucky knowing that some of the people she cares about are already here. It's not that she's opposed to making new friends, of course... but the security is always nice.

Although Gina seems to have noted that time goes quickly, too... ]

Is it often as busy as it has been since I arrived? This place?

[lestray]

[She didn't imagine a dream lasting this long either. She must be more well-rested than ever now! A small smile crosses her face at he first question, and she nods.]

Yeah, there's a good bunch o' people I know around. I've been stayin' wiv a few of 'em, matter o' fact. 'Ow about you? Got any friends about?

[It's helped her a lot with adapting, having her friends from home around. But Gina won't voice that in the interest of not getting mushy.

She waves a hand at her next question.]

It comes and goes. Ya got some quiet weeks, and then suddenly a 'ole bunch o' strange things might 'appen, and then before ya know it, you could end up in the ocean or on the moon... This dream stuff can make a right mess o' things, it can.