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dreamposts ([personal profile] dreamposts) wrote in [community profile] songerein2021-09-04 02:28 pm

{ GAME OPENING LOG }



✵ GAME OPENING LOG ✵
Normally our TDMs serve as intro logs, but we have prepared a special character intro log for game opening! It is a massive, chaotic feast that can only be found in a dreamworld like Songerein. You can also use this to continue ongoing TDM threads, especially as it nears captcha. Reminder that any thread from the TDM can be carried over. Players are also welcome to make their own logs for things if they would rather skip this part. Be sure to read the Mod Announcement for other information and you can ask any questions regarding the log here.


I. THE FEAST

As the sleepy looking sun begins to set, the small little tapir fairies will buzz around to find all the new inhabitants and usher them to the plaza. There everyone will find several tables of various lengths, sizes, and shapes. Yes, that is a star shaped table along with a moon one. A special feast has been made just for them to welcome and celebrate their arrival. Some may even recognize decorations: leaves mottled and changing to an assortment of colors, festive streamers, popcorn strings, glittering garlands and bows, string lanterns, and maybe a few small gravestones here and there. Some areas might look a bit brown and withered while some of the trees take on a more cherry blossom look. It's a bit of a strange mashup, and yet the chaos seems to have a sense of harmony as well—especially when considering everything else that the feast has to offer. This is one divine feast that is going to be completely topsy turvy.

A. What's Your Sign? Everyone will find themselves mysteriously "tagged" with a special sticker and will suddenly gain special characteristics based off the animal: ears, tails, behavioral traits. They're mostly mild and to add flavor, but they may also feel different compatibility towards another, such as more attracted or opposed. The sticker will be hard to remove, but it is possible to swap with someone if they want to try a different experience.

B. Special Bowls. There are many tables and anyone can sit wherever they want. Just don't forget to pick up the special dinner bowl already personalized with their name on it. Of course there are some extra paints and decorations that can be added to it if one desires.

C. Wild Food. Every table has the same kind of food, and there is plenty to go around. Of course, that's only if the food can be caught and if one can keep an appetite for some of them. The boar's head is a bit talkative and might settle down if someone stuffs an apple in its mouth or tells it a joke. However, it might just get several laughs by the barrel of monkeys funnel cake nearby, monkey shaped pastries hiding within it to chuck out various candies and fruits. Not even the candy is safe, at least not the stringed ones. Licorice, chocolate coated taffy, and others will start slithering around and even hiss, sometimes wrapping around the arm of those who try to eat them. Playing some music might calm these sweet serpents so they can be eaten properly. How about that special carousel cake stand with the horse cookies prancing about?

D. Spice Up Your Li—Meal. However fear not. There is normal food around so it is possible to have a proper meal. However, some helpful little dragons may fly by to add a few herbs and spices to the dishes. They are quite friendly and will listen to requests, however if one is rude or too demanding, they may just dump a bunch of a hot pepper and other unsavory seasoning instead. Make a good enough impression and they might make house calls, even follow someone home. They live to spice up food, after all.

E. Drink Tea. Although there is an assortment of beverages, the prevalent one will be tea. They are similar to the ones found in the cafe and all will help bring out festive dreams and restful sleep later for everyone. However, someone is clearly making mischief as they have slipped in some rodentia tea. Drinking it will cause the drinker to shrink to the size of a rat. The only way to return to normal is to find the elusive cat cookies, which can be strangely hard to find; they seem to vanish and reappear at random, but only the ones with wide grins and “Eat Me” written on them can be eaten.



II. FUN & GAMES

Perhaps the food isn't up to one's tastes, or they just would rather have some fun. There are a few games around the plaza that everyone is welcome to participate in and they are encouraged to play to their heart's content. Just beware of the geese as they are being a menace not only at the tables but disrupting games as well.

A. Playing Chicken. A simple game, really, one that will test one's creativity and taste buds. There is a goat cheese fondue fountain surrounded with various platters of cooked chicken: grilled, steamed, boiled, baked, fried. This fondue fountain, however, is special. The flavor of the fondue can be altered depending on the kinds of emotions near it. Joy and love make it sugary sweet, anger and jealousy spicy hot, despair and distrust salty sour. And of course everything in-between including a chaotic mix. The challenge is one person will try and alter the flavor of the fondue, lather it on a piece of chicken, and then hand it to their opponent. The chicken must then be consumed. If not, the one who "cooked" it wins. If it is consumed, then the second person can now do the same to the other. This continues until one forfeits. It should be noted that the emotions of the one eating can also affect the fondue. (It is of course possible to take either the fondue or chicken without playing this stomach churning game.)

B. Gravity of Luck. There is a special wheel lottery set on a table decorated with rabbits. In fact there are a lot of rabbits congregating here and would love a few carrots. Anyone is free to spin the wheel one time per round to determine what kind of special "gravity" effect they receive. Each time the wheel is spun, a ball will drop and the color will indicate the type. A gold ball will cause them to lose all sense of gravity, their bodies starting to float away and although they can fly and float around, they'll need help being tethered down. White balls allow them to jump higher, small mushrooms appearing at their feet so others can follow. A black ball will cause them to be stuck in place, even fall flat all the way to the ground and need help standing up. Those imbued with the power of the different balls can help balance each other out until the effect wears off in half an hour.

C. Ox Go-Kart. For those who really want some speed and action, there are ox driven carts stationed by various streets. Two people can partner up with one driving and the other serving to help try to slow the other cart down. In this race, all non-lethal, non-destructive abilities are allowed to try and disrupt the other racer. Perhaps utilizing dreamotion based abilities may fare better. Just beware of other obstacles, especially any random crying dodos that create giant pools of tears as water hazards.

D. Tiger Fishing. There are special colorful ponds filled with sparkly gummy koi fish. At each one there is a little round tiger(?) with a pair of tiger mittens. In the same vein of fish scooping games, players must wear the tiger mittens and catch the gummy fish with them. It won't be easy as the gummy fish are even more slippery than normal. Perhaps some other skills could be used...but the little tiger will be watching and will latch onto anyone's heads who try to cheat. But if caught, they will make for a delectable treat—or interesting pet.
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[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 04:56 am (UTC)(link)
[The mental image that appears when Tifa mentions 'black tea' is less than appealing, but given that most of her experiences with Tifa before now have been related to food, she's definitely inclined to take her advice on that.]

They make this shit with fruit, too, right?

[She thinks she saw something about that on the menu board. Fruit is definitely a treat back home, but the idea of being able to get it whenever she wants, or even have it made into drinks? She's starting to see some of the upsides to this place.

Maybe. It'll take a bit more to get her to admit that out loud.]


I could probably get used to this. Bet it's gonna be a same with a lot of the food, too. Can't say I'm thrilled about this place, but not having to hunt for meals is gonna be a nice fuckin' change.
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Ryunosuke Naruhodo | The Great Ace Attorney

[personal profile] mychosenpath 2021-09-08 04:57 am (UTC)(link)
The Feast
B. Special Bowls


[Looking at the bowl with his name on it, all he can do is sigh deeply as he picks it up in his hands.]

It's hard to say anything bad when it's obvious they put a lot of thought and care into specializing each and every one of these. They are... certainly unique.

E. Drink Tea

[Ryunosuke has gotten used to his regular tea-- so it's actually a comforting scent that he naturally gravitates towards with a soft smile.]

Thanks. This smells great.

[Unfortunately, a few sips in and he's as small as the cup that he'd been drinking from just a few short moments earlier.]

...wha?! Don't panic.

[Spoiler: He's panicking. There are so many people. Would anyone even notice him? Could they even hear him if he tried to call out? The answer seems to be that at least some people haven't noticed, as someone almost steps right on him, causing him to make the quick decision to climb in the tea cup. Maybe someone will notice it-- and him with it.]

Fun & Games
B. Gravity of Luck


I'm... not sure I want to test my luck.

[Skill is one thing but luck is very much another, and he's... pretty familiar with the state of his, nine times out of ten.]

No-- I'm pretty sure I'll just end up on the ground.

[That doesn't mean he's not at least a little curious to see what will happen if someone does decide to spin it.]
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[personal profile] fleetinglight 2021-09-08 04:57 am (UTC)(link)
Well, hang in there until we can find something. I don't want to have to drag you by your feet if you faint from hunger.

[He flashes a grin before walking along. He does perk at the purple color a bit. This world really is interesting. He's not use to the environment being so...alive. It almost seems to react off of them. It's amazing to Ephemer and just makes him what to discover more as he goes along with Sora]

Oh, and don't worry. If we get into trouble I'll protect you.

[A playful teasing smile before he picks up his pace a bit to go ahead of Sora]
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[personal profile] fleetinglight 2021-09-08 05:03 am (UTC)(link)
[And off they go with the race starting. Ephemer is an adventurous soul so even if this is a bit new to him, he catches on quick as he urges the cart along. He's not scared of going fast either---can this cart with ox even go that fast? All he has to do is really focus on driving and pulling ahead of the others while relaying on Vanitas to protect them and keep others back.

Or at least until the obstacles start to appear. He's just going to do his best---It might be a bit of a jerky ride so don't fall out Vanitas!]
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[personal profile] stilljustyou 2021-09-08 05:12 am (UTC)(link)
It's nice to meet you, too.

( Now that they're face-to-face, Frisk can see what they meant about being a Myumon... It does remind them a little of the monsters back at home, but this person looked far more human. )

You seem like you're having fun here.
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[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:17 am (UTC)(link)
I thought it was attacking me.

[Turns out, it's just looking to attack her food with— well, salt? She frowns and presses her lips together, meeting the little dragon's gaze with something resembling apology. Maybe.]

I'm— good on salt. ... thanks.

[The dragon seems to accept that answer, at least, and turns to Sora, inclining its little head to one side. Are you sure you don't want some?]
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II. D

[personal profile] ragingscoopaholic 2021-09-08 05:18 am (UTC)(link)
[This seems like a fun game. Admittedly, though, she's more interested in seeing how many she can catch. Just something about eating live gummies doesn't sound too appealing...

She's nearby, staring into the pond at all the gummy fish and debating what to do, when she notices him out of the corner of her eye, listening to the exchange.]


That's not a bad idea. Kind of a bummer it's not allowed, though.
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[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:21 am (UTC)(link)
[Well, if this kid ain't full of goddamn sunshine. There's something about her that reminds Kainé vaguely of Emil; optimistic despite how bad a situation might seem, and even if her initial response is generally to be coarse, it's almost a little endearing.

Almost.

Girl is trying her best, right?]


A feast?

[She echoes the word herself, knowing full well what it means, but unable to really picture it in her head due to the fact that food was so often something that was hunted or scrounged for where she comes from.

... could be nice, actually.]


... sure. [She'll leave the wilderness for later.] But I haven't forgotten about what's outside the town. I'm only agreeing because I'm hungry. And I'm gonna eat way more than my fair share.

[She gives the tapir a pointed look before turning her attention back to Noel.]

Have a feeling that if I said no, you'd just keep asking anyway.

[It's what Emil would have done, probably.]
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[personal profile] stilljustyou 2021-09-08 05:22 am (UTC)(link)
You're smiling. ( So, they aren't so sure they believe them. Hey, Sans taught them a thing or two about puns!

They pause at that, raising a hand to cup their chin and looking thoughtful fo a moment. Frisk may have taken the lead at home, but that wasn't exactly Chara's choice... They shouldn't feel like they have to do that here. )


Okay. Was there anything you saw here that you wanted to get a closer look at?

( They'll offer to let Chara take the lead. )
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→ (tdm) charlie maxwell

[personal profile] skews 2021-09-08 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
[ Fascinating. Only halfway through the answer, Akechi already has scores of further questions he would like to ask - but of course, he can't be quite so open about his interest, so as he listens, he turns back to work on the rugs. Why are there so many rugs in here, anyway? ]

I believe I can put two and two together, yes.

[ A library of magical runs so vast that one person cannot hope to ever learn them all...

Based on what he has learned of Charlie so far, an Animator certainly seems...apt. Which begs the question - ]


So, did you choose that path, or did it choose you, so to speak?
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[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:25 am (UTC)(link)
[This guy is supposed to be a prince? The look she gives him is nothing short of skeptical, but the tapir interjects before she can say anything more, even as Hans gestures for her to go ahead.

"I told you, I really must ask you not to go out there! You made me do this!"

Reminded of the tapir's presence, Kainé turns her attention towards it, brows furrowed.]


Huh—?

[She doesn't get the chance to say anything more before there's a bright flash of light, and both she and Hans find themselves sailing through the air towards the middle of town, only to land unceremoniously in the middle of a fountain.]

That little shit!
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[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:28 am (UTC)(link)
I'm fine, I just thought—

[Well. What she'd thought was pretty embarrassing, actually, and it seems like these little dragons are just trying to help out.]

... nevermind. I'm good. I—

[She cuts herself off as the dragon in question huffs a little puff of smoke, indignant, and overturns its little shaker completely, dumping an inedible amount of pepper onto her plate.]

Hey!
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→ (tdm) sumire yoshizawa

[personal profile] skews 2021-09-08 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
That it would.

[ And Akechi has never been one to be idle, even if he is already sick to death of this whole premise. Had he been given the choice to come here, maybe he would feel different, but as it is, this is just yet another inconvenience, something that was chosen for him.

But Sumire is right. He wouldn't be able to sit by and watch, even if he wanted to. ]


After all, it could be years before you see our world again.

[ You, not we, because he fully doesn't expect to see their world again, nor does he really want to. ]
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wheezes

[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:35 am (UTC)(link)
[The sudden feeling of her foot connecting with something solid beneath the table definitely isn't what she'd expected upon sitting down, especially given that she'd managed to find a more sparsely-populated table. Frowning, she sets her plate back down not two seconds after having reached for it, bracing a hand against the table to steady herself as she leans to one side to see exactly what her foot had nearly gotten caught on. Some kind of animal, maybe? It had definitely been warm and alive, whatever it was.

Oh. No. Not an animal, a grown-ass man.

For a moment, she narrows her eyes and considers getting up and finding somewhere else to eat— but it had taken some real effort in crowd-dodging to find this spot. Still, he'd been there first, and she'd be pissed as hell if someone bothered her while she was sleeping.

... fuck it. Clenching her jaw, she gives him a good, hard kick, aiming so that the toe of her shoe hits him right in the ass.]


Wake up!
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YES

[personal profile] shithogs 2021-09-08 05:39 am (UTC)(link)
He shouldn't have made a dive for my head!

[The truth of the matter is that she'd figured it was some kind of pest, not yet another flavor of magical helper. She almost feels bad for having put that distressed look on its face, especially when it quickly darts to the other side of Sumire's head and perches on her shoulder, seeking refuge even as it shakes its little peppermill furiously in preparation for revenge.

Kainé sighs heavily, dropping her chin.]


Sorry, flying... lizard thing.

[WHAT IS IT]
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→ (tdm) hilda valentine goneril

[personal profile] skews 2021-09-08 05:41 am (UTC)(link)
[ Honestly, he appreciates her candor, because that means she's smart enough to see that he can't be easily fooled. It's almost like talking shop with someone who knows his craft... ]

Isn't it? All people want is a pleasant smile and a compliment and they'll do almost anything you ask of them.

[ Though he didn't use his skills to get out of work, instead usually making more for himself to do. He had the tendency to take on way too much, honestly. Maybe he should have faked a broken arm to get out of paper work or something, at the least. ]

And what do you do with your time, once they've fallen for it?
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[personal profile] dadsandals 2021-09-08 05:45 am (UTC)(link)
Don't say that.

[ Oh god, please don't let them be stuck with these forever. He's currently grimacing over this -- though it's not like he hasn't had rabbit ears before, they were just 100% fake. He's not a fan of having two sets of ears, either. ]

Mine hasn't improved, either. You'd think there'd be some kinda added bonus to all of this, but there isn't.

[ Just suffering. He points to his sticker. ]

Do you think they'll be mad if I tried to get rid of this?
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[personal profile] dadsandals 2021-09-08 05:48 am (UTC)(link)
[ ...Well, she looks like she means well, at least. It's hard to be upset about that. ]

Thanks...

[ He doesn't sound all that enthusiastic, but it's better than any other reply he could've given. Yamato looks a little sheepish. ]

Did you get something, too?
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
Ah, well, I wouldn't want you to be sad.

[ Even if it's clearly exaggerated, the sentiment is there. The owl perches on the Seer's shoulder with a look shown in Momo's way as if she can see through the man. However, Eli finds it harmless, moving a gloved hand to just lightly brush a finger over the curve of a rabbit ear. ]

You're taking these changes quite well. Are you use to something like this?
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
Of course! And ah, well... There was something with "stickers" just a bit ago. Gave you characteristics depending on the animal you had on it.

[ It certainly unsettled his owl companion here. However, she's calm now, merely curious over the pocket-sized man. Once he's sure Nier is safely in his hand does he move a little- but in a manner that suggests he's used to being careful with his movements.

After all, when you have an owl resting on your shoulder, you adapt to not moving too much. ]


But nothing like this!
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
[ The Seer uses as much of his strength he can to help ground the man, which is easier said than done but as long as he isn't floating off! ]

I don't blame you! Though I'm curious, how did you get in such a predicament? Is this another sticker? [ The owl comes to land on that arm extended out to their new companion, inching up along to give a hoot! in greeting to that earlier wave. ]
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
Orange is a good color, positive... warm. Bright.

[ If it's his first choice, then Eli is there to back it up! ]

I'd say it would fit you well!
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
You have dragons in your world?

[ The Seer perks up at that, head tilting with his curiosity until he turns back to the little dragon that flies from its perch on the owl onto Eli's gloved hand as it curls around fingers. ]

As far as I'm aware, we do not.
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
[ With both the owl and the Seer tending to it, it makes it easy to remove the streamers wrapped around. Once the task of removing streamers is done, it's just a matter of turning their attention onto the popcorn. ]

I'm fortunate I only have tiger ears and a tail to worry about. Don't worry, we have most of it out now! Shouldn't take long to get rid of the rest. [ He has to take his time with it- if he rushes, he might end up tugging at her hair and causing some pain and that's the last thing he wants to do. ]

It's the Goat sticker, I take? [ Or Sheep, he's only glanced at some of the others admittedly. ]
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[personal profile] assist 2021-09-08 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
[ Mayhaps a certain best friend just knew that would be most fitting to their friend's personality.

However, since Riku seems to not be too bothered by it then Eli will take his word for it. So, the Seer nods, watching as the man turns to his owl companion which earns a smile on his lips. ]


Alright, feel free to let me know if you happen to change your mind. I don't mind helping if need be.

[ The Seer's own tail sways and curls in curiosity, unable to hold himself back from chuckling when he sees the offered piece. Especially when the owl hops a little closer, gingerly plucking the piece of fish from the other. Once she's helped herself to it, does she bump her beak against the man's hand with a soft coo. ]

Thank you, she appreciates the food.