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Phantasmal Rift Mods ([personal profile] phantasmods) wrote in [community profile] phantasmemes2018-05-24 10:10 pm
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TEST DRIVE 004

Hello and welcome to the fourth test drive for Phantasmal Rift!

Test drive threads are assumed to be game canon for accepted characters unless otherwise noted, so don't feel like you'll have to introduce yourself a second time to everyone you meet! As an added bonus, participation in the test drive comes with the chance to earn up to two items of loot for your trouble! Characters who are accepted can earn one item for having a top level, and one for tagging out to someone else's top level! Your SWEET LOOT will be included with your acceptance notice.

Additionally, characters currently in game can earn themselves a piece of bonus loot for the dungeon by tagging people's top-levels on the test drive! Existing characters get their bonus loot along with the rest of their loot at the conclusion of the dungeon.

This test drive takes place in Keystone Reef, a water-influenced Fissure to the northeast of the station. It is home to numerous fish and coral species, as well as a very interesting magical effect...

OPTION ONE: FINNY FUN

Under the water is where you woke up, and under the water is where you might be stuck for a while. The magic is lodged in you and has changed your form -- maybe a little, maybe a lot. Perhaps you only have gills, but you may also have a full set of changes, fins and no feet to speak of. Don't panic, you'll surely be fine if you just keep swimming...

Aside from the strange changes, it's a pretty cool place to be. If you've ever dreamed about scuba diving on a coral reef, the place that you've found yourself is perfect for that (minus the needing to scuba part). Curious fish swim up and then dart away into rock crevices, coral growths, and even down to bury themselves in the layer of sand at the bottom. The water is also fairly shallow, allowing you to surface if you so desire.

Even the sharks are friendly and just want to have as much a look at you as you want to look at them. Don't harass the glowing eels tucked into cracks between the rocks, though, they bite and don't particularly let go.

OPTION TWO: WORLD'S SMALLEST JUNGLE

This must certainly be an oceanside jungle - in spite of the humidity, the smell of salt on the air is strong. Brilliant greens and the occasional bright flowers, accompanied by island birdsong... It could be a nice place to spend an afternoon. There's not even that many bugs that want to drink your blood (though bugs in general are, well, quite plentiful).

Eventually, though, however far you go, you'll reach the beach and be met with the expanse of the ocean - blue, uncaring, and real big. While one side of the little island thankfully has land visible in the distance, the outer side just overlooks a near-endless expanse of blue. If you're a very good swimmer, you could probably make your way to land past the rocks of the reef itself... Otherwise, though, you might be just a bit stuck on your jungle island paradise.

At least until someone brings a boat.

OPTION THREE: SHIPWRECK

Both above and below the waterline are the remains of ships crashed upon the rocks, just waiting to be explored. Even though it has clearly been an incredibly long time, the chunks of wood and metal are still in fairly good condition, and the chance of finding something nice tucked in with them among the rocks is surely tempting to anyone with an adventurous spirit.

The wrecks beneath the waves also grow coral and seaweed, and provide havens for larger fish, dragon eels, and sharks. Those along the rocks above the waterline, on the other hand, provide a home for seabirds of all varieties. Most notable is the hulking shell of a shipping craft in the distance, looking very much modern if ruined by some centuries of exposure...

For right now, though, you'd best contend with the flotsam a bit closer to you, and the wildlife that might not take too kindly to your exploring. Below the waterline, the dragon eels found in a few places don't take kindly to being disturbed; above, you might run afoul of some overprotective seabirds protecting their nests. Maybe even an invisible seagull (normal sized) - how ridiculous would that be?
foolishjustice: (So I see...)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 10:35 am (UTC)(link)
[He nods, not quite able to look at her. His fins are drooping, the tips of his ears pressed together and pointed downward.]

I'm...a version of the black masked Persona user you've heard of. The one triggering the mental shutdowns and rampage incidents.
hairpincurves: (we're knocking at your door)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 10:46 am (UTC)(link)
[... They're both not really in a state for hugs to happen right now. For the moment, she's quietly resolving to do that when they are.

Which means at the moment, rather than acting on the instinct to hug, she's reaching out to gently (and carefully) rest her hand on his arm.]


But obviously doing so under orders. [A pause.] May I ask why? Or... is that a conversation better saved for after I've gotten settled in?
foolishjustice: (Can it wait?)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 10:56 am (UTC)(link)
[He glances at her hand on his arm, next to the varied Metaverse scars scattered over it. His skin is softer to the touch than it would be as a human, more suited for an amphibian.]

It's pretty simple, actually. I originally told Shido about my power so I could earn his reliance and take revenge for what he did to my mother. Once I found out he wanted me to do worse than uncovering dark secrets or humiliating his rivals, it was their lives or mine...and I wasn't willing to die unless I could take my father down with me.
hairpincurves: (the truth is hard to swallow)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 11:14 am (UTC)(link)
[Her eyes widen and her heart sinks as he explains.]

... I'm so sorry...

[She lightly squeezes his arm, then closes her eyes. This means Akechi-san is going through the same thing, doesn't it...?

... It's a thought that hurts just as much as realizing what Goro must have gone through...]
foolishjustice: (Can it wait?)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 11:20 am (UTC)(link)
[After a moment's hesitation, he lifts his hand to rest it gently over hers.]

That's...in the past now. Even back in my own world, circumstances have changed so that he can't hurt me anymore. I'm free to make my own decisions now.
hairpincurves: (are you in the shadows?)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 11:26 am (UTC)(link)
[... It's a little reassuring, having his hand over hers like this. Even as her heart still aches over the situation... that little gesture and his words are reassuring.]

... I'm glad to hear that. Truly.
foolishjustice: (This is my justice-!)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 11:35 am (UTC)(link)
[He manages a slight smile in response.]

That's why I'm working with the Phantom Thieves now. As Crow...I want to put a stop to the crimes committed by my father, and make him regret every life he forced me to take or ruin.
hairpincurves: ('cuz for every broken promise)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 11:41 am (UTC)(link)
[And she gives a firm nod.]

... It's good to hear you say that.

[A relief even.]
foolishjustice: (So I see...)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 11:46 am (UTC)(link)
But, of course...that's for when I get back home. For now I'm just focusing on coexisting with the Thieves who are here.

I'm...happy to see your attitude toward me hasn't changed with the truth.
hairpincurves: (the truth is hard to swallow)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 12:14 pm (UTC)(link)
A good plan as any.

... You clearly feel bad about everything, it'd be... cruel to you if I turned my back on you after finding this out. I think.
foolishjustice: (May I help you?)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 12:19 pm (UTC)(link)
It always astounds me, how kind every version of you I run into is...then again, that is part of why I wanted to be friends with my version in the first place.
hairpincurves: ('cuz for every broken promise)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-05-30 12:25 pm (UTC)(link)
[... She smiles almost shyly at that.]

You're sweet.
foolishjustice: (It's a pleasure to meet you.)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-05-30 11:01 pm (UTC)(link)
Maybe it's all the sugar I eat.
hairpincurves: (denial's chasing you)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-06-02 12:36 am (UTC)(link)
Pff-- so you too, huh...

[Something to keep in mind~]
foolishjustice: (Not bad right?)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-06-02 12:44 am (UTC)(link)
It helps me keep my energy up.

[It sounds like just an excuse, but considering how visible the bottom of his ribcage is with his too-flat stomach...maybe there's a reason he might need quick calories sometimes.]
hairpincurves: ('cuz for every broken promise)

[personal profile] hairpincurves 2018-06-02 01:36 am (UTC)(link)
[Yeah, she's noting that and making a quiet thoughtful noise to herself.]

I guess I'll have to let you know if I need someone to do quality control on any sweets I've made.
foolishjustice: (Nice day isn't it?)

[personal profile] foolishjustice 2018-06-02 05:11 am (UTC)(link)
I can definitely help with that. I've even been known to give food reviews.