[WORLD ONE | OCTOBER INTRO LOG]

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Who: The new coven members and old blood
Where: In and around the hub island
When: Day 92
Open/Closed: Open to All

All characters are told briefly what their powers are by Genette -- no extemporaneous details. For instance, if your character has the ability to detect lies, they'll be told as such -- no warning about limitations, repercussions or the like. They'll also be given a variant of this letter so they aren't totally ignorant of the situation -- though of course adapt this letter to the current setting and surroundings of the game.

This setting may be familiar to you -- maybe you caught a glimpse of it when you first visited. Maybe this is your first time experiencing this weird world and the panic is setting in. If you're totally lost, a tall human woman with a long scroll of paper will stop by to give you the run down. She'll also give you a letter, which may give you more questions than answers since the information is a wee out of date. (Maybe someone else can fill in some gaps for you). What is at first painfully obvious is that you're ill-equipped. Any magic or powers you had previously are suddenly replaced with an empty hole in your being. That's not all that's gone, but perhaps that's what's most pressing. Another thing you may notice is that there are others just like you, wandering around and just as confused. If you feel so inclined, you may want to ask around and see if anyone else knows what's up. A ▢ If one of your characters isn't looking to introduce themselves to others, someone's willing to do it for them. Genette is trying to make sure all newbies are accounted for and have a buddy, so she's grabbing them when she finds them and tossing them at the first coven member she sees. "Hi, so-and-so, this is so-and-so! They're new, so show them the ropes -- be friends, okay?" You get the gist. Your character may be paired up with another newbie, a seasoned character or both! Five times, even! Timelines in RPing are weird! B ▢ Let's say that instead of milling about and doing nothing entirely productive, your character has decided to try and venture off to find a way off this huge floating rock. That's nice -- but be warned that the forest is filled with interesting things. For instance, they've happened to find a hollowed out tree that happens to be where a hoard of land crabs are living. They move fast -- run quick! C ▢ Other characters may want to establish shelter before they do anything else -- and that's their right! The problem is that if your character wants to be well-supplied, they're going to have to do things for themselves. There's something of an assembly line set up, but not a lot has been done in way of making things workable. Genette wanted all new coven members to have a little food parcel to take to their hut, but time constraints, you know? If you want any food for now -- or for later -- you may want to cook some of this (poisonous) eel, salt some boar jerky or cut into one of these rabbits. You've also got some berries to eat in the meantime, if you want something simple!

By the time afternoon sets in, everyone should be a little more adjusted -- or, they should at least be a little more aware of the situation. From there, things still need to be done and exploring is always an option! D ▢ For those characters who want to stick around the base camp, there's something worthwhile in discovering the buildings around the area. One such building is the mansion, which contains extra supplies and a renovated kitchen. The kitchen is now functional with electricity and running water, with a few raw ingredients for making whatever your character would like. It's minimal, but also not totally useless. E ▢ If you mill about too long, you'll be put to work. Run into Genette and you'll be sent to pick western part of the island to look for strawberries, wheat and deer (good luck hunting if your character doesn't have the capabilities, but maybe someone else can help?). Run into Genette and she'll offer your character an ax to chop wood with (is this a wise idea? probably not), or a request to go fishing in either a stream or the ocean attached to the island on the eastern side. Or your character can do both if they so choose...? F ▢ With all of these new people milling about, telepathy is on the fritz again. At least, it certainly is for those who are new! Your character may not realize their broadcasting frustrations to the network, or maybe a stupid secret. Their mental filter is certainly broken, but that's at least a great conversation starter. Night finally falls on the exhausting day, and it's time to rest. Thankfully the island is beautiful at night, especially the sky. The night is filled with space worms, relaxing mist and wondrous sights in the stars. G ▢ Adding to the excitement of the beautiful night, Genette has set up something of a...talent show? In an effort to get new coven members acclimated with their magic, she's asked them all to use their magic in some way -- it may take a volunteer, or maybe they can show it off all on their own. In any case, show me what you got. H ▢ Of course, some characters aren't going to be up for this fancy display and will want to go about their own business. There are plenty of places to sit and stew on this island, both private and in plain sight. The stars are spectacularly bright, and the higher up your character gets the less it seems like night time. If they're lucky, they may catch sight of a shooting star, though it's of course much larger than usual. They're directly in space, after all! I ▢ Wildcard! How will your character interact with this new and unusual world?

Comments

[idolpedia]

Of course. I am a school idol, as well as the other members in our group. We have to train early...and daily to keep our stamina.

[Wait a minute. Why is she talking back to this voice in her head...?]

I do not believe I will ever get used to this.

[akumas]

A school idol...

[Sorta just like him. Only RE:BERSERK already debuted with a company, just still undergoing training to perfection with the company's school system... The same side on two slightly different coins.

He does get a bit curious so he asks a certain question:]

Do you plan on continuing the path of an idol after your education is done?

[idolpedia]

I really cannot say for certain where my future will lead. Continuing to be an idol would be ideal, but, it has to be something everyone agrees on.

[Again, she isn't sure WHY she is telling a stranger this. But. He asked, and she's passionate about the world of idols.]

[akumas]

A group agreement is a wise choice.

[He's pleased with the answer.]

I do not mean to get personal with you on your activities. I'm an idol myself and you are some of the few other idols I've met here.

[idolpedia]

There are nine of us in total after all, group decisions would be the wisest.

[Though her interest is immediately piqued.]

It is a welcome relief to find other idols here, if I am being honest. I am quite curious about your training regimen as well if you don't mind my asking.

[akumas]

Our training varies among our schedule, but as the almighty leader of my unit, I am strict to make sure none of our training goes unbalanced. While balancing our current education, I plan ahead on what lives, tours, and other events the future has in store for us. Training is adjusted accordingly based on what is perfected and what needs improvement.

Dance, song, visuals, costumes... A grand performance of every idol has to balance each of those elements.

In a daily structure, I start off go over plans in the morning with my unit and throughout the day, we practice. Physical training before lunch, vocal training in the late afternoon, and the night is reserved for other necessary work such as costume planning and considering a concert's song lineup.

[He did mention education so...]

Even while my group and I have already made our public debut, I suppose we are not far off from being considered as "school idols" as well. Only our president uses the term "I-chu" in referring to his idols in training.

[idolpedia]

Incredible, the amount of structure and planning is truly magnificent.

[Don't mind her being somewhat excited about this. Dia was somewhat the palnner and organizer of their group as far as training and scheduling goes... so to hear that someone else was in the same line as her was exciting.]

You were able to debut while still in training? Still, that sounds pretty amazing. My group... we're still climbing to our goal. We're trying to make it on our own, and trying to save something precious to us.

[akumas]

Thank you. We are still reaching that precious goal of becoming true idols. It's a tedious and dark road, but we have determination flowing through our blood.

[Saving something precious... He understands that feeling. Only now he's is doing what he can to protect those precious things in his life.]

I know this is our first meeting, but I have a strong feeling that you and your friends will reach your goal. It will be extremely difficult and you might lose faith, but your hard work will always reward you.

[idolpedia]

I appreciate the kind words. Truly. If only everyone could hear them, I'm sure it would be more encouragement.

But it will simply be something that I will instill.

[And then it occurs to her....]

I am Dia Kurosawa, it is a pleasure.

[akumas]

The Bloody Master of RE:BERSERK. Eva Armstrong. The pleasure is mine.

If you seek any wisdom on the journey of idols, I would be happy to answer any questions. A proper senior idol should educate the young, correct?

[idolpedia]

I appreciate it, Eva-san.

My group, we go by the name Aquors. If you don't mind me asking from time to time... I think I would like to take some wisdom back to them.

[At the very least this is making her happy enough. The situation is uncomfortable, but at least she knows there are people here similar to her.]

To change the subject, I assume we are expected to go along with this situation?