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TEST DRIVE 006
Hello and welcome to Phantasmal Rift's Test Drive Meme!
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 the Telovia Mines, an extremely abandoned magical crystal mine and the town and infrastructure that one supported it. The tunnels are in reasonably good condition and would be reasonably navigable... Except for one thing.
ONE MINOR THING
The magical effects of the Fissure cause those within it to lose something when they arrive - for most people, it's a sense such as touch or hearing, but it's also possible to lose a more esoteric sense (such as your sense of balance or temperature, but NOT things like "sense of morals" or "sense of style"), the ability to speak, or the ability to recognize faces. As a general guideline, whatever characters lose should be non-supernatural in nature, and something they would have taken for granted as a part of their ability to function.
ODDS AND ENDS
Just because the mines are empty of people doesn't mean that they've gone still. While for the most part, the carts full of crystals remain in one place, the huge amount of magic has left more than a few of the miners' abandoned tools still going through their motions. Rusted pickaxes swing at the walls, and dead lanterns swing from the ceiling. Crystals occasionally free themselves from shards of rock to pile into bins, which then empty into already-overflowing mine carts.
As long as you leave them to their jobs, everything will be fine. If you try to stop the tools (and it is the tools themselves, for anyone who might be looking for ghosts) from doing their jobs, they'll chase you down until you leave their general vicinity.
Of course, the eternally working tools don't care much about the structural integrity of the mine tunnels...
THEY ALL PILE UP
...And so, inevitably, there are cave-ins.
Most of them are fairly minor, and you can see them (well, if you can see) enough to just work around them. Some of them are big enough that you're going to have to dig through them first, if you can.
And then there's the handful that block passages entirely. But don't panic! The tunnels are designed around the possibility of this happening - rather than coming to an end, the majority of them loop back around to the main arteries of the mine.
E... ventually...
But you and whoever is stuck with you on this side of the cave-in might be wandering for quite a while before you get there. Hopefully one of you still has a sense of direction, assuming either of you ever had one in the first place.
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 the Telovia Mines, an extremely abandoned magical crystal mine and the town and infrastructure that one supported it. The tunnels are in reasonably good condition and would be reasonably navigable... Except for one thing.
ONE MINOR THING
The magical effects of the Fissure cause those within it to lose something when they arrive - for most people, it's a sense such as touch or hearing, but it's also possible to lose a more esoteric sense (such as your sense of balance or temperature, but NOT things like "sense of morals" or "sense of style"), the ability to speak, or the ability to recognize faces. As a general guideline, whatever characters lose should be non-supernatural in nature, and something they would have taken for granted as a part of their ability to function.
ODDS AND ENDS
Just because the mines are empty of people doesn't mean that they've gone still. While for the most part, the carts full of crystals remain in one place, the huge amount of magic has left more than a few of the miners' abandoned tools still going through their motions. Rusted pickaxes swing at the walls, and dead lanterns swing from the ceiling. Crystals occasionally free themselves from shards of rock to pile into bins, which then empty into already-overflowing mine carts.
As long as you leave them to their jobs, everything will be fine. If you try to stop the tools (and it is the tools themselves, for anyone who might be looking for ghosts) from doing their jobs, they'll chase you down until you leave their general vicinity.
Of course, the eternally working tools don't care much about the structural integrity of the mine tunnels...
THEY ALL PILE UP
...And so, inevitably, there are cave-ins.
Most of them are fairly minor, and you can see them (well, if you can see) enough to just work around them. Some of them are big enough that you're going to have to dig through them first, if you can.
And then there's the handful that block passages entirely. But don't panic! The tunnels are designed around the possibility of this happening - rather than coming to an end, the majority of them loop back around to the main arteries of the mine.
E... ventually...
But you and whoever is stuck with you on this side of the cave-in might be wandering for quite a while before you get there. Hopefully one of you still has a sense of direction, assuming either of you ever had one in the first place.
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No problem. It is a pleasure to meet you Hibiki-Sama and Ando-San. [Yes, she knows that the surname comes first in Asian cultures, and those cultures that descend from them. She also noted the use of the polite honorific and will return the gesture. She is trained in diplomacy and adaptation, and will be polite even in these unusual circumstances.]
I do not know what has caused you to lose your sense of taste and me to lose my sight, Hibiki-Sama. I do hope that once we leave this area it will clear. [She really does not like being at such a disadvantage on an unknown world]
Perhaps we should move to leave this underground cavern?
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[ "As you desire." Another bow, this time to his maa-ster. "This way, if you please."
And Ando walks right towards a large crystal formation, not checking or sensing where he's going. He is used to having perfect butler instincts. But, somehow, his ability to direct himself has also been affected.... ]
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Even through Ando's embarrassment, he is impressed at the superior logic displayed by their new companion, and takes out a small book in which to jot down this method of navigation. Hibiki, too, makes an interested hum. To think they would have a chance encounter with someone competent....
But then. She is asked. To talk about herself.
And the hum turns into a smirk. ]
You wish to know, hm? Then.....
[ DRAMATIC PAUSE. Last chance to back out of what...cannot possibly be a poor decision at all. ]
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Sure, you two seem quite interesting and I am curious to know more. A Jedi Knight is always curious about the world around them. We seek to learn and discover new things. That way we can grow, help others more effectively, and defeat those who would take advantage of others' ignorance. I would be willing to tell you a little about myself as well.
[There are some things that she would rather keep private and some that she is bound not to divulge to anyone.]
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[ Mostly the part about her being interesting. ]
In that case, as accommodation for your current predicament - [ Hibiki's audience is not in a position right now (as far as Hibiki knows) to appreciate how she can sparkle on demand -
But that doesn't stop her from throwing an arm out - having suddenly, inexplicably changed clothes into a prince costume - and lifting a microphone to her lips. ] I shall regale you with my excellence in song!!
[ Ando produces a portable, state-of-the-art stereo system and begins queuing up a track by poking it with a hoof. ]
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I do not think that would be a good idea here. Remember, this cavern is unstable. Perhaps we should wait until you have a larger audience and we can all see you. Would that be alright? In the meantime, perhaps you could just tell me in a story... your story.
[She is pretty used to dealing with people who thrive on attention.]
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Ando manages to punch "pause" just as bells ring and music begins to swell. He sees that Hibiki-sama is going to need to reboot after being interrupted in the moment of her triumphant splendor, so he makes the most of her indisposition.
"Hibiki-sama is the administrator of PriParis, the top dance, song, and fashion Paradise in our puniverse. She is the ultimate Celebrity."
This much, Ando figures is obvious to all, regardless of circumstances, but it's important to establish. "I serve her faithfully as her butler and maaaa-nager. We recently were swept up in a plack pole, and found ourselves..."
A gesture to the caves. "Dismal environments are anathema to the heir of the Shikyoin Conglomerate, however." Apparently Hibiki-sama is that, too. She is a Big Deal. "As such, expedience exiting this cave is prudent."
He looks back at Hibiki, who is collecting herself with a sigh, reaching for her mic. How long...? How long can Hibiki-sama endure not being surrounded by only beautiful things.....?
Ando has maaa-ny worries. ]
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It is nice to know you as well, Ando-San. Yes, an expedient exit would be a very good idea. [Bastila begins moving again, following her sense of hearing, smell, and touch to go where the air is fresher and the cavern slopes upward.]
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[ Hibiki is feeling better now. Better enough to assume an air of command despite walking in the middle of the arrangement, permitting Bastila to handle petty details like navigation, but with Ando looking out for anything his maa-ster might require. ] The Ps are apparently a thing, where Hibiki and Ando are from. ] I am unaccustomed to spelunking.
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ugh sorry for that formatting in the earlier tag :/
This is growing more and more depressing....
It's cool
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[ So reality had better shape up and conform. Or something.
The area up ahead looks especially bustling, with lots of carts, crystals, and hovering equipment chipping away at the walls. The ground looks like it'll be difficult to traverse, littered as it is with crystals that can't fit in the carts any more. ]
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What is it?
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Hibiki frowns. ] One moment, Lady Bastila.
[ She walks up to the equipment - and proceeds to address it. ]
This cacophony blocks my path. I demand to meet your supervisor!
[ Nobody listens. Surprise. A vein throbs in Hibiki's forehead. ]
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[ Hibiki is still talking to the picks, carts, and other assorted tools. ] I am unaccustomed to snubbing by EQUIPMENT!
[ Ando turns to Bastila to assist her. Mediating is also a butler's duty.
"Hibiki-sama is attempting to arrange for safe transportation. But, as it does not seem like the objects on duty are capable of interacting with others...." ]
CEASE THE COLOR COMMENTARY!
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Please calm down or you will start another cave-in. I understand that you are frustrated. Let us think about this. Is there a way around the equipment?
[She is trying to ignore the fact that there seems to be mining equipment working with no apparent humanoid controlling them.]
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[ Hibiki huffs. She's losing patience rapidly with having to keep her voice lowered. ] What sort of a system permits such a clamor....
[ Ando, on the other hand, is trying to size up the area to see if there's space to lead Bastila through. Hibiki-sama's egress is most important, of course, but as Hibiki-sama's guest, Bastila-sama's safety is also his priority....
"Bastila-sama, this way." ]
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Thank you, Ando-San. Hibiki-Sama, please tell me more about your illustrious career. How did you get started in dancing, singing, and fashion?
[She is hoping that asking Hibiki-Sama about herself will help her calm down some. She does not want any shouting, and she does not like to see her new friend upset, though she would never be so bold as to presume the friendship is mutual yet.]
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This obstacle cleared, Hibiki hums to herself. How she got started, hm. ] It was an obvious development.
[ Yes, she was scouted. But the details matter less than... ] The most flawless diamonds find themselves placed in the finest settings.
[ Hibiki has gemstones on the brain, for some reason! ]
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I see.
[She says that with the tone of someone who does not understand nor care. Bastila is upset that Hibiki is not showing more concern for Ando.]
Are you not going to ask if Ando is okay? Are you not going to thank him for protecting you?
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[ Which made the tea thing all the more upsetting, earlier. Ando doesn't fail. And disaster just doesn't. Happen. To Ando. Ando is an invincible supergoat, upon whom she can rely without worry.
...Isn't he?
Her footsteps slow. ]
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He certainly seems to be okay. Well, we must be almost out. The floor is still level.
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