( tdm 12 )

[hownkai]

T E S T D R I V E

leavin’ on a jet plane "Don’t know when I’ll be back again." ABOARD THE MOIRA The Ingress has pulled you in. Your body experiences several sensations at once: being pushed forward as if a hand is resting on your back, momentary and startling blindness, a gentle ringing in your head. You have difficulty discerning whether it is hot or cold, but where you have been prodded is noticeably warmer than the rest of you. Some may suffer from dizziness while others are perfectly fine. Once equilibrium has been reestablished, you will notice you are standing on a long platform and that the room is filled with a soft cerulean light. It's slightly humid and dark despite the glow around you, and nothing is familiar. Shortly after, you are led out and toward the medbay. Inside this room, you are given a physical scan and offered a contract to sign that states you are now part of the crew of the Moira with a specific job. Any questions you might have would be answered in a straightforward manner as well as an explanation about how the Ingress, the thing that has pulled you onto the Moira, is broken and bringing people here unintentionally. This process also consists of a complete work-up of medical history and current health, and afterwards, you are given your MID, a device that is integrated into your hand or wrist with only the slightest pinch. From there, you are guided out of the medbay and to your living quarters. Whether adjusting to space travel has been difficult or not, there is always something to be done. From working to leisure, the Moira offers a multitude of opportunities to get to know your crewmates a bit better. Exploration of the ship is highly encouraged. You may notice a slight change in the artificial gravity every once in awhile; however, more noticeable changes can be found in overall morale of those of the crew. ☄ on your own There are plenty of other communal areas on the ship to explore! Pick a place, and see where it takes you. ( These scenarios can be used as in-game canon. ) The day begins normally. Or almost. The Moira has accidentally fallen along the trajectory of an asteroid barreling its way through space. While most things like this are not uncommon, and the ship is far from any potential danger of collision or risk of debris damaging the exterior, there is something particularly odd about this specific occurrence. The rock itself appears to give off a strange light that is both eerie and alive. Often, if looked at in just the right manner, it will shift colors; so, while one person sees one side of the spectrum, someone else could see something entirely different. At first, things continue on as they usually do aside from the glowing asteroid alongside the Moira, but as the hours go on, that does not seem to be the case. ☄ the hours are breathing resignedly beneath the sky the melancholy waters lie With a rather open view of stars and space, thanks to the skylight above, the pool in the rec area suddenly comes alive beneath the light of the asteroid filtering in. Perhaps it’s some natural response to the chemical composition of the water, or perhaps it’s magic. Yet, regardless of the explanation, those who happen to take a dip suddenly find themselves plagued by despair. The depression and melancholy are not subtle changes either; it slams into you with great force, like a punch to the gut. The longer you remain in the pool, the deeper it grows, like an all-consuming paranoia that settles into the back of your mind and causes your heart to grow heavy. These strong feelings will eventually fade if you choose to leave the pool and dry off, but as long as you remain damp from the pool, those emotions will continue to linger. Even after you’re completely dry, there will be no mistaking just how intensely you felt or why. There is no explanation and might not be. Would you dare a second swim to test whether or not it was a fluke? ( These scenarios can be used as in-game canon. ) ☄ those who have crossed the eyes are not here, there are no eyes here The walls are shrinking in. Every room you step into feels much too small, like there isn’t enough room to even breathe. A crowded place becomes startlingly empty, and no matter how much you run, how much you explore, there is no one there to comfort you or answer your calls for help. Hallucinations run strong between the lulls of obscene loneliness or claustrophobia, and exposure to the glow of the asteroid is really the only thing to thank for that. You’re desperate to claw your way out of the ship—open the emergency hatch in the Cargo Bay, bust the glass of the Observation Deck. What’s worse is that it’s not just you. It’s catching, and the fear of being next is very real. It feels like you’re being watched, that everyone around you is looking and seeing everything you are. Or are not. The only way to make it stop is to admit that you’re afraid of being seen, but who, in the deep madness of the self, has the courage to ever admit the truth? ( These scenarios can be used as in-game canon. ) ☄ the sun in flight rage, rage against the dying of the light Something has drifted its way onto the Moira from the outside. Unlike the faint luminosity they give off, they suck up all the light around them, making them the only source to see by. From far away, they are just flitting balls of light, but if you get close enough to inspect them, they are mean. And have sharp, sharp teeth. Go poking, and they will bite you before trying to fly away while taking that only light source with them. The option to avoid them is quite easy if you’re not the curious sort, but without them around, it will be impossibly dark. As the asteroid moves on in the opposite direction of the Moira, these light creatures begin to dissolve and fade away with it. However, a word of caution: their bites glow. If you don’t manage to find the one that bit you and capture it between your hands, the bite will become a permanent glowing fixture of your body. ( These scenarios can be used as in-game canon. ) OUT OF CHARACTER INFO FAQ | LOCATIONS | RESERVES | APPLICATIONS | NAVIGATION For mature or graphic content, please label. For questions, please direct them to the FAQ. As always, be kind and have fun!

Comments

[averagehero]

[At least Saitama is very relaxed, his eccentricities come primarily from him thinking things are Not A Big Deal when others people very much disagree]

Yeah, they give me a suit to wear. [not that he needs it beyond breathing]

They give us a tie, so we don't float off. I have a buddy who keeps an eye out, too. [failing to mention that his buddy is a gigantic space robot because he's already completely normalized to the idea. He'll finally catch up to the worried look on Armin's face, giving him a slow, gentle mock-punch to the shoulder]

It's all good, I'm saying, don't get worried so quick.

[disarmin]

I beg your pardon, but falling asleep in outer space - and directly disobeying the assignments of our captors - seems a bit unwise to me. Of course it's your choice.

[In a way, Armin is envious of his carefree attitude. Armin's need to think of every contingency is useful in a war zone but can be crippling in ordinary life. He tries to show on his face that he's trying to lighten up, but his attempt at a smile stops halfway, at a grimace.]

Is it peaceful out there?

[averagehero]

Eh, the job gets done, I'm pretty quick at it when I try. [the wings are in fine shape, he'd just rather get the work done fast and sleep away the remaining hours than make a simple task last a whole day. He also didn't want to seem too good at his job, so wasting time out there was good for that. If he hadn't gone and shown off during the invasion last month, everybody would still have very low expectations of him.]

It's dead quiet out there, it's the best. [Saitama would exclusively sleep out there, if he could]

[disarmin]

[Armin isn't really one for silence - he's spent nearly his entire life sharing his space with others, to the point where even having his own room was eerie.]

Wow. I hope they'll let me walk out there sometime. It sounds really amazing.

But I don't think it could be more relaxing than having this little one curled up and purring on your chess.

[Eliza still isn't 100% comfortable, but she has at least settled down to the point where she's simply resting in Armin's arms instead of actively trying to hide.]

[averagehero]

If I could find a suit your size, I could take you out. It's pretty boring after a few minutes, but great for naps. [he's got his hands in his pockets, leaning in a little toward the kitten with a soft smile. He wanted to pet her, but disturbing the exhausted thing wouldn't make her like him any]

You're lucky, she's cute. I should find her some treats.

[disarmin]

Thanks. My... [Armin frowns, and for a moment it looks like he might start tearing up. He takes a deep breath, returning his gaze to the window. There's no point in pretending things are different than they are.] My boyfriend found her wandering in an alley, all dirty and cold and alone. He got her cleaned up and checked out, and gave her to me for my birthday. I'm sure she'd love some treats. I've been harassing her a lot lately, honestly.

I hope you app because this CR is cute af >:|

[averagehero]

[Boyfriend, huh? Judging by that extra sad look, Saitama figures the guy didn't get through with Armin. He'll try to distract from that bummer, because KITTEN.]

I'll look around for you. Everything's weird here, but the food's decent. Maybe she'd like some fish flakes.

i'm planning to! :>

[disarmin]

Fish flakes, yes I think she would like that. Wouldn't you, little girl?

[Armin's voice rises in that cutesy way no one can seem to resist doing when they talk to animals or babies. He never would have thought he would get that sentimental, but here he is.] We both like sea food. She might even let you pet her if you gave her something like that.

Hit me up once you're in! /fingerguns/

[averagehero]

Yeah, you think so? [GENUINELY EXCITED. Cats always scratched him or hopped away, he had no clue why]

I'll dig around the kitchen sometime, there's all sorts of stuff.

[disarmin]

Cool, thank you. I'm a little worried she might be put off the food here, since it's all new. Something like that might help.

[There's cautious optimism.]

I know there's a vet's office on board. But I'm guessing you don't have any pets? [Since Saitama mentioned they don't like him.]

[averagehero]

Nah, I like other people's pets. Too expensive for me, back home. [he hadn't thought of getting a pet for the ship, he's not sure if his roommates would appreciate... not that he spent much time in his room, anyways.]