[JANUARY INTRO LOG | WORLD TWO]

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Who: All coven members, especially new folk!
Where: In and around the new world’s apartment building where the coven is staying, as well as the rest of Shehui
When: Day 160
Open/Closed: Open to All
IMPORTANT: While some prompts are newbie exclusive, all characters can tag this intro log!

How did you get into this building? This apartment room? What the fuck is going on? Let's refer back to this page for a semi in-depth, wow so detailed, explanation of your current situation. You'll also have a letter slipped under your door with some explanation about your whole coven situation, as well as info that explains you have magic now! And yet what kind of magic is conveniently left out. Are you up to speed? Great. Now, here's the question of the hour: what are you going to do about all this? A ▢ If you're the sensible sort and want to explore your new digs before slinking around Shehui, you're in luck! You've got easy access to your apartment, and it's luckily not on lockdown right now. Feel free to check out your room, raid the fridge -- oh, and saying hello to your roommates should also be on your to-do list. B ▢ Let's say that hanging out with these people is a little overwhelming...that's fine! There are plenty of things to do in the apartment building without interacting with roomies! There are vending machines to prop up, a leisure floor that contains a totally vacant air hockey table and a nice garden to relax in. C ▢ But ah, there's also venturing outside! Out front is the job board, which is a nice place to hit up if you're looking to add to your currently fat but depleting credit account. The problem is that the jobs are currently disappearing quickly, and those around you aren't giving you such nice looks. This apartment building is a known problem area at this point, and your signet doesn't do anything to settle their fears.

D ▢ With new year's week coming to an end, the residents of Shehui are feeling more celebratory than somber now. A lot of businesses are closed in order to enjoy themselves and ring in the new year the right way. A lot of restaurants and bars are currently offering specials, from free drinks to cheap food in order to pull in the holiday crowd. If you're looking to meet people and socialize in Shehui, this is the best way to do it. E ▢ Also because it's the post holiday season, stores are trying to push out the rest of their overstock merch. One item of note that's being peddled quite often is a cell phone. From tiny flip phones to the latest Orange product, cellphones are a necessity in this modern society. Get yours right now and begin texting right away! There are a few social apps that are installed, so you might be lucky enough to connect with another coven member! They also have Redmolar capability, which will automatically allow you to text those with phones in the area. Maybe send some mysterious stranger texts? F ▢ While you're hustling around Shehui, you may realize that the telepathic messages get stronger -- perhaps the new coven members are near? In general, you may be subject to telepathic messages about current Shehui goings on, random thoughts or requests to meet up at so-and-so location. A.K.A. let's utilize that telepathy...it may not last forever! G ▢ Because the week of remembrance is still going on, flowers are littering the streets, though most of them are dead. Bunches of flowers are being sold, and flower fortunes are a popular activity during this part of the holiday. There are fortune tellers on the street who will give you your flower of the year, but it's more fun to have them read with one another! There are digital cards that you can buy that will allow you to read fortunes on the go -- simply tap the screen of the card and your flower will be decided. Not happy with your choice? Too bad! It won't randomize to something different, no matter how hard you try. H ▢ While a lot of Shehui citizens are trying to avoid the coven members like the plague, a small alien child isn't so much concerned with who helps her, just as long as someone does. She accidentally left her house's door open and her five new kittens are suddenly missing! Where are they? Who knows! But she'd certainly like some help looking for them. I ▢ As the day winds down, snow falls on Shehui for the last time this season. The government is getting rid of their supplies that create the festive weather. This is old hat for older coven members, but for newbies? You better enjoy the snow while you can. After an hour or so, it piles up enough to truly be utilized for merriment...this also means that it's pretty easy to get snowed in if you happen to be in a building during the snow fall, which also creates some interactive opportunities. J ▢ Wildcard! How will your character interact with this new and unusual world?

Comments

[dividepain]

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N-No...?

[ That's not convincing at all, but he's sure trying. ]

N-No! Of course not!

[ And this isn't any better??? ]

[dividepain]

Oh? Did you find a way out? It would be nice to go back home...

[ He read the letter and keeps the traveling between worlds in mind because that might have been what Eizen meant but at the same time, Laphicet believes in his knowledge and skills, too. ]

[dividepain]

She asked me for help, so I can't turn her down like this. I have no idea where they might be, though.

[ He's been looking for them for a while now. ]

Are you busy...mister?

[ Not really sure how to call Mika...he definitely is older, but his height...well, calling him mister should be safe enough. ]

[dividepain]

[ Well, why not try it? Giggle Search sounds like the way to go to search for things and it's right here, on his screen. ]

It says that it didn't find mabo curry, but it'll search for curry bread instead. I don't want this curry bread.

[ It doesn't sound all that bad but mabo curry. You can't go wrong with mabo curry. ]

E-Excuse me, books aren't going out of style ever! Never ever!

[dividepain]

We can! But I'm not sure how it works yet...
What are those smartphones?
This one has only a game called Snek or something like that...I'm not sure.

[ He likes the name already!! Much better than a flip phone. ]

[zinit]

[LISTEN!!!]

[The temptation to respond 'I've had death on my doorstep more than once' is strong, but he ignores it. Instead, gently:] See, now you're telling me I do have something to worry about. What's an old man to believe?

[allbroea]

[ he's beyond unhappy with the circumstances, but airing his frustrations isn't particularly productive, either. at best, he crosses his arms. it's true he's always somewhat of a grump, but especially now ... ]

Unfortunately, it's a question we'll have to ask others who have been here longer. If I had to guess, someone used their magic carelessly and brought ire upon the coven.

[zinit]

[What are lino flowers? is too obvious a question for him to ask, isn't it?]

[Instead, Qilby laughs - mentally, though, and with a jarring edge to it. It's as though he's trying to push whatever thought comes to mind the other way. ] Ah, hardly; the festivities won't last nearly long enough to put that out of my mind.

I don't believe I've asked your name, for that matter.

[zinit]

[A moment of surprise passes across his face, the first Valerius might have seen from him. He hadn't expected this stranger to pick up on a twitch he barely recognized himself. The raised eyebrow, though, quickly turns into an expression of interest.]

Observant - observant enough that I'll look forward to the full explanation later. [He leans back in his chair, putting a distance between them.] Here I was, thinking everyone would be too absorbed in their newfound powers to notice those smaller things.

[poisonparadise]

[A soft chuckle left his voice at the observation. As strange as the different aspects of this woman’s personality was, Valerius found it amusing. To him, it seemed like there was a twin consciousness in one body, which was fascinating in and of itself.
He only barely cared to look around for staring locals before continuing]

A bit of both, really. Where I originate, the Creator “god” can be corporal or non, depending on their wishes--they are a shapeshifter. I am merely a piece taken from their heart; All the negativity they wished to throw away, so as not to damage the chances of their worlds’ survival.

What they failed to realize, however, is that creation cannot exist without destruction.

[poisonparadise]

[Valerius strokes over his jaw gently as he nods along.] They don’t know much, which yes, it could be useful as a deterrent, but it’s absolutely murder on any sense of curiosity I might have.

[He ventures out of his void to explore damn it, not be deterred by idiotic things like human fear. He heaves a dejected sigh and nudges his glasses up the bridge of his nose] And to think, in my world I was just a simple mender and teacher...To be viewed with such suspicion wounds me. I don’t think I could hurt a fly if I tried.

[Whether he’s lying or not is debatable, but he sure plays the part of slighted innocent well.]

[poisonparadise]

[That single instance of surprise from Qilby is met with a brief, predatory expression in as a result. And here Val thought the twitch was intentional. ]

I’ll be more than happy to indulge you, sir…[He leans forward at the table in response, folding his arms beneath his massive chest and places his glasses carefully in his breast pocket.]

And miss all the little things about people that can raise so many questions? I’d never I enjoy observation a bit too much for that. [He hums airily, eyes flickering to one side as he leans on one hand]

Though to be honest, my power isn’t much in comparison to what I used to be able to do...Mirrors and water are both reflective surfaces, water even being compared to one in some ridiculous novel or another. So, perhaps I’m in the minority that isn’t that excited about what I’ve been given.

It is both. someone teach them how to chill

[allbroea]

[ he's kind of relieved to be free of telepathy, but he's going to have to get used to it sooner or later if he's going to stay here. ]

I—[ a second to switch gears, shutting his eyes in frustration. ] I did. The rate at which they file paperwork here must be incredible.

[ probably helps they're not using real papers, but damn. ]

[allbroea]

[ the edge on that laugh catches his attention; his fingers still over a bouquet of flowers momentarily before he shakes the sensation. he supposes it's not easy for anyone to cope here. ]

And here I thought you would be the type to enjoy a bit of escapism. The violets are lovely. [ not quite as serious as the rest of his comments, more like ... teasing. ]

My name is Jusis Albarea.

[apatheia]

... Yes, he is.

[There's a warmth in her tone that's hard to disguise, but she sees no need to regardless. 9S's happiness and well-being make her happy in turn unlike anything else.]

It is. My world didn't really have seasons, so the snow here has been an interesting change.

[gimmecandy]

-She seemed to be listening intently, but after a moment, despite the unchanged expression on the mask (which it was already weird that a mask would change expressions), one could hear the faint sound of... snoring.-

[humenity]

[ Or vice versa, really... ]

... Let's listen to their advice. Knowing how cats are, a lot of them will usually stay from people unfamiliar to them, anyways.

[sigfried]

[ Knowing more about how certainly things worked would help him with learning more. Who was he to refuse when it went towards something like that? ]

Then I will.

[ Though, before he asks anything, he'll move onto the other man's question. ]

Well, it is 'a lot', but I don't think it'll be too difficult to get used to it. I imagine there are others who are actually overwhelmed with all of this. I'd also ask you how you feel about settling in, but... you seem to be eager to do just that. Or am I wrong?

[marakukaja]

You're right. There are members who have been here for far longer than I...surely they must know something.

[ Before they cooperate on that particular venture, however, they're missing one thing. ]

Oh, I almost forgot. [ It slipped her mind, sue her. ] I am Aigis.

[sigfried]

[ It would make sense that there was something else to it -- and it'd be best to look into it while they were still here. It wouldn't do to remain ignorant, after all. ]

I suppose you can say that they know how to make someone feel at home.

[ He'll cast his gaze from the job board to his surroundings. ]

Jokes aside, it'd be preferable if we'd be able to uncover what else might be the underlying cause, instead of us being blindsighted by a nasty reveal of sorts, if you know what I mean.

[oceanaria]

[ This is going be mind-blowing. Better prepare yourself, Celica. ]

You can eat it right from the bag, too.

[mesmerevenant]

Huh. That's... a fairly useful skill, all things considered, if a bit late now.

If you wanted to do research I have some bad news for you though.

[mesmerevenant]

Don't mention it.

[allconsumed]

[It's the cheapest apron she could find. Really, save for the time with Waver, she didn't expect to need an extra.

This is as relaxed as Velvet has been in a long time, and it almost feels strange. Phi's enthusiastic nature is just like she remembers. It didn't occur to her to warn him about the onion, though, and now she has to hold back a chuckle.]

You went for the tricky one first. There are tissues in the living room. If you wipe your face with your hands, I'll make you wash them again.

[bulletbiter]

[ All the more important for him to remain that way, considering what he's been through. Not that Julius knows about that, though. ]

Was it warm all year round, then?

[ He recalls 9S telling him about their temporal separation. Curious that a world can change so drastically. ]