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▶ 008. TEST DRIVE #8
TEST DRIVE #8
▶ 001. ARRIVAL / CAFETERIA.
It happens in the blink of an eye, a dash of time – you're taken from where you were. What you were doing... it isn't important anymore, and slowly, you give up the desire of your normal life. When you awaken, figures are looking down on you from a surgical table.
"Yeah, this one will do; let's take them to the rest." That's all you see before losing consciousness again, only to wake up in a pod with many others.
"Your questions will be answered soon enough, as I'm sure you will have many," a female, robotic voice says.
Just then, your pod opens in a dim corridor with many others. Your new life is about to begin... whether you like it or not.
The pods drain their stasis fluid which wakes each Outsider. Outsiders emerge from their pod in only their undergarments which have been supplied to them, and head to a locker room in the medical bay to find a towel to dry off with and a set of gray loungewear to wear as LILITH makes the final decision in assigning the Outsiders to their rightful teams. If a character has any accessibility needs, they will be found here. It's about then they will feel a sharp pain at the back of their eyes, almost like there’s a foreign body lodged on the inside of their head. This pain will subside quickly as their body adapts to the changes, but there will always be a sensation of something being not quite right; that their bodies have been changed forever. They would be correct in thinking that. In the pod, all Outsiders have been surgically fitted with ocular and brain implants that will enable them to communicate with LILITH and the rest of the crew, as well as providing them the information they require. Almost like a computer screen has been loaded into their brains, they will see a loading screen as the implant completes its download. A questionnaire will then pop up, waiting for their answer. A voice, robotic and feminine, will also read along in their brain for them.
█ █ █ LOADING COMPLETE … BEGIN ORIENTATION …
The system will give Outsiders one chance to provide a truthful answer and choose their username and civilian identity. Should they refuse to cooperate, the implant will download the answer directly from their brain (and give them a username or civilian name against their will). This questionnaire will then be posted on the network for all to view and reply to. Almost like an ice-breaker, if you will. LILITH wants all their newest recruits to learn about each other!
Outsiders will receive a quick brief about their situation: they will be told that the year is 2279 and they have been taken to Neo Tokyo, one of the last bastions of mankind in a world terrorized by various Kaiju and monsters. Only a third of the population remains, and LILITH has gathered talented people from other dimensions here as a last ditch effort to save humanity. Outsiders are free to continue asking LILITH questions through their implant, but there’s no guarantee that they will provide them with a straight answer …
Outsiders will also notice an implant in their dominant wrist. This implant has a barcode in it that will enable them to purchase goods from the local stores in Neo Tokyo. They will receive a starting balance of 15,000 KRYPTOS (about USD 100), which is barely enough for a few good meals, groceries, and supplies. They can view their current balance through a hologram window projected by their ocular implant.
The cafeteria will be hosting its own version of a feast to ring in the new years. The robots on base will be offering a savory mochi soup with both lab-made and fresh vegetables procured from Transylvania. There will also be a self-serve bar of soba noodles with a simple broth. These are all accompanied by vegetables which have been prepared in various ways to last throughout the month, and act as side dishes to every meal. As the vegetables are a work in progress, some will look or taste peculiarly, or have a bitterness that remains on the tongue.
Additionally, an impressive bronze cauldron now sits proudly in the corner of the cafeteria, marked by a small sign reading "LILITH's Community Perpetual Stew."
True to its name, the stew is now a constant presence, and after every mission, the cauldron’s contents are conspicuously replenished, ensuring it's always filled to the brim for all to enjoy. What the stew evolves into over time is anyone's guess, but for now, it boasts a hearty medley of Transylvania's freshest meats and vegetables, seasoned to perfection.
Visitors and team members alike are encouraged to contribute their own ingredients, with one rule in place: the robot staff, ever vigilant, are programmed to detect any malicious tampering. Should anyone attempt to add something harmful, they will be politely but firmly asked to leave the premises.
That familiar robotic voice is heard again:
"Yeah, this one will do; let's take them to the rest." That's all you see before losing consciousness again, only to wake up in a pod with many others.
"Your questions will be answered soon enough, as I'm sure you will have many," a female, robotic voice says.
Just then, your pod opens in a dim corridor with many others. Your new life is about to begin... whether you like it or not.
The pods drain their stasis fluid which wakes each Outsider. Outsiders emerge from their pod in only their undergarments which have been supplied to them, and head to a locker room in the medical bay to find a towel to dry off with and a set of gray loungewear to wear as LILITH makes the final decision in assigning the Outsiders to their rightful teams. If a character has any accessibility needs, they will be found here. It's about then they will feel a sharp pain at the back of their eyes, almost like there’s a foreign body lodged on the inside of their head. This pain will subside quickly as their body adapts to the changes, but there will always be a sensation of something being not quite right; that their bodies have been changed forever. They would be correct in thinking that. In the pod, all Outsiders have been surgically fitted with ocular and brain implants that will enable them to communicate with LILITH and the rest of the crew, as well as providing them the information they require. Almost like a computer screen has been loaded into their brains, they will see a loading screen as the implant completes its download. A questionnaire will then pop up, waiting for their answer. A voice, robotic and feminine, will also read along in their brain for them.
█ █ █ LOADING COMPLETE … BEGIN ORIENTATION …
Name:
Username:
Civilian Identity:
Age:
Species:
Origin:
Blood Type:
What are your new year’s resolutions?
The system will give Outsiders one chance to provide a truthful answer and choose their username and civilian identity. Should they refuse to cooperate, the implant will download the answer directly from their brain (and give them a username or civilian name against their will). This questionnaire will then be posted on the network for all to view and reply to. Almost like an ice-breaker, if you will. LILITH wants all their newest recruits to learn about each other!
Outsiders will receive a quick brief about their situation: they will be told that the year is 2279 and they have been taken to Neo Tokyo, one of the last bastions of mankind in a world terrorized by various Kaiju and monsters. Only a third of the population remains, and LILITH has gathered talented people from other dimensions here as a last ditch effort to save humanity. Outsiders are free to continue asking LILITH questions through their implant, but there’s no guarantee that they will provide them with a straight answer …
Outsiders will also notice an implant in their dominant wrist. This implant has a barcode in it that will enable them to purchase goods from the local stores in Neo Tokyo. They will receive a starting balance of 15,000 KRYPTOS (about USD 100), which is barely enough for a few good meals, groceries, and supplies. They can view their current balance through a hologram window projected by their ocular implant.
The cafeteria will be hosting its own version of a feast to ring in the new years. The robots on base will be offering a savory mochi soup with both lab-made and fresh vegetables procured from Transylvania. There will also be a self-serve bar of soba noodles with a simple broth. These are all accompanied by vegetables which have been prepared in various ways to last throughout the month, and act as side dishes to every meal. As the vegetables are a work in progress, some will look or taste peculiarly, or have a bitterness that remains on the tongue.
Additionally, an impressive bronze cauldron now sits proudly in the corner of the cafeteria, marked by a small sign reading "LILITH's Community Perpetual Stew."
True to its name, the stew is now a constant presence, and after every mission, the cauldron’s contents are conspicuously replenished, ensuring it's always filled to the brim for all to enjoy. What the stew evolves into over time is anyone's guess, but for now, it boasts a hearty medley of Transylvania's freshest meats and vegetables, seasoned to perfection.
Visitors and team members alike are encouraged to contribute their own ingredients, with one rule in place: the robot staff, ever vigilant, are programmed to detect any malicious tampering. Should anyone attempt to add something harmful, they will be politely but firmly asked to leave the premises.
That familiar robotic voice is heard again:
"Greetings, my name is SYNTHIA and I will be taking care of you today while the rest of the crew is occupied. Worry not, my children. You are in safe hands."
▶ 002. HAPPY NEW YEAR.
While normally the shrines tucked away within the bustle of the city are quiet and exude a certain tranquility about them, they will be brought to life with celebration for the New Years. Similarly to years before, they will have street vendors offering all the traditional classics, but some will also have a spin to them. For the year of the sheep/ram, there will be fluffy cotton candy to represent the fuwa fuwa of sheep, onigiri in the shape of a ram, and hearty lamb curry.
The temples themselves will have several offerings, but the biggest event is always the bell chiming in for the new years, as well as the celebration for the first sunrise of the year. In light of this, many vendors will be passing out sake, as well as energy drinks. Regardless of the timing, the area for one to purchase their fortunes will be made available. For those who get an awful one, thankfully, there is no shortage of people who are queued up in order to hang up their bad fortunes in order to cast them aside for the coming year.
Outside of this, there will also be corners in which people can write their new years greetings out to their loved ones. Both digitally, or in the form of a physical postcard. People are encouraged to decorate and send their own, and they may or may not be pressured to do so if they so happen to catch the eye of enthusiastic locals. Those who find themselves trapped into this, will find themselves compelled to be honest as soon as their pen hits paper, or for those who opt on a digital card, their true thoughts will be conveyed instantaneously.
The shrines and vendors outside of them aren’t the only ones getting into the spirit of things. The shopping districts are also banking on the continuation of the holidays. As with every year, they will have special sales, and every store will put out their “lucky bags.” The lucky bags will often be sold at discounted prices, but there is no telling what the actual items in them will be. Perhaps, you can test your luck and make a profit while you’re at it?
The temples themselves will have several offerings, but the biggest event is always the bell chiming in for the new years, as well as the celebration for the first sunrise of the year. In light of this, many vendors will be passing out sake, as well as energy drinks. Regardless of the timing, the area for one to purchase their fortunes will be made available. For those who get an awful one, thankfully, there is no shortage of people who are queued up in order to hang up their bad fortunes in order to cast them aside for the coming year.
Outside of this, there will also be corners in which people can write their new years greetings out to their loved ones. Both digitally, or in the form of a physical postcard. People are encouraged to decorate and send their own, and they may or may not be pressured to do so if they so happen to catch the eye of enthusiastic locals. Those who find themselves trapped into this, will find themselves compelled to be honest as soon as their pen hits paper, or for those who opt on a digital card, their true thoughts will be conveyed instantaneously.
The shrines and vendors outside of them aren’t the only ones getting into the spirit of things. The shopping districts are also banking on the continuation of the holidays. As with every year, they will have special sales, and every store will put out their “lucky bags.” The lucky bags will often be sold at discounted prices, but there is no telling what the actual items in them will be. Perhaps, you can test your luck and make a profit while you’re at it?
▶ 003. NEW YEAR MERCENARIES.
Amid all of the public celebrations, local businesses and organizations throw New Year parties for their employees and members. Many of these parties take place at luxury high rise hotels or award winning restaurants in the city. These celebrations are easy to plan, safe within the city limits.
However, there are some groups that won't settle for just safe and easy. No, they have to show off their wealth and influence by going on luxury trips outside the city to the traditional inn on the outskirts of the city. The journey outside the city is risky– there is a high chance their entourage may be attacked by kaiju on the way to the inn and when they arrive, their activity will surely draw attention from even more kaiju. Still, that doesn't stop them from setting out and reveling in celebrations.
These figures will hire mercenaries to escort them into the mountains and keep them safe through the duration of their stay. Most of them are wealthy CEOs and politicians who may or may not have certain shadowy connections so they can afford to pay for protection. They promise high commissions and even offer to pay for a shared room and meals.
Sure, they have to share a room and they might not get the same high quality meals and drinks as the main party but it's not so bad, right? They're free to use the hot springs after everyone else is finished, too. All they have to do in return is spend some time out in the freezing cold and keep kaiju away so everyone else can have a good time.
Just remind yourself: You're doing it for the money!
However, there are some groups that won't settle for just safe and easy. No, they have to show off their wealth and influence by going on luxury trips outside the city to the traditional inn on the outskirts of the city. The journey outside the city is risky– there is a high chance their entourage may be attacked by kaiju on the way to the inn and when they arrive, their activity will surely draw attention from even more kaiju. Still, that doesn't stop them from setting out and reveling in celebrations.
These figures will hire mercenaries to escort them into the mountains and keep them safe through the duration of their stay. Most of them are wealthy CEOs and politicians who may or may not have certain shadowy connections so they can afford to pay for protection. They promise high commissions and even offer to pay for a shared room and meals.
Sure, they have to share a room and they might not get the same high quality meals and drinks as the main party but it's not so bad, right? They're free to use the hot springs after everyone else is finished, too. All they have to do in return is spend some time out in the freezing cold and keep kaiju away so everyone else can have a good time.
Just remind yourself: You're doing it for the money!
▶ 004. A DEADLY SOAK.
A few days into the new year, people living outside the Neo Tokyo metropolitan area have been having a hard time due to the recent appearance of medium-sized kaiju. No one knows where they had come from, but there’s reason to believe that a small rift has emerged somewhere and it’s mutating the local wildlife. One popular, family-run business that is going through some hard times is the Yuryo onsen, in Hakone, an outer suburb of Neo Tokyo. Seasoned Outsiders might be very familiar with this onsen resort already, as it’s one of the last surviving ones outside Metropolitan Tokyo and hosts a huge colony of feral cats.
Drawn in by the comfort of a warm bath in the cold winter, a troop of mutated macaques have made said onsen resort their home, and they have made it impossible for any customers to visit. These monkeys vary in size depending on rift exposure, with some of them as large as a lion, and others as large as an elephant. Business for the local onsen has been impossible with the macaques occupying the hot springs, stealing food and harassing guests. Though appearing docile as they sit and bathe in the springs, these macaques have become fiercely territorial following the rift’s influence. When they identify a threat, they will let out a piercing scream that’s enough to make ears bleed. Their claws and teeth are sharp, and primates are known to be brutal when tearing apart their enemies. It’s a situation that needs to be contained immediately if people are going to continue living in the outer suburbs.
The macaques aren’t the only wildlife that have been affected by rift. Pockets of Yama-Kujira have been seen roaming the forests and abandoned small towns. While a large portion of the outer suburbs are uninhabited, there continue to be some stragglers toughing it out in the abandoned houses. They all have their own reasons for choosing not to live in the armored city but they will need to be protected all the same. The Yama-Kujira are blind but vicious, making up for their lack of eyesight by charging into anything and everything. Refer to our bestiary or previous TDM for more information about this boar kaiju.
With the increased reports of mutating local wildlife, LILITH has requested that Outsiders also round up the colony of feral cats that normally roam the onsen. If a pride of mutated felines were to emerge in the outer suburbs, the results would simply be disastrous … These cats, fearful of the kaiju, will be skittish and very, very difficult to catch.
█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: Nihonzaru
HEIGHT: 2-10 meters
WEIGHT: 20-200kg
CLASS: Moderate threat
LOCATION: Tokyo, Japan
ABILITIES: A piercing scream that can cause ringing in the ears, temporary deafness and bleeding from the ear canal with frequent exposure. Razor sharp claws and teeth. Considerable strength and muscle. Highly intelligent, capable of using basic tactical strategies, using tools (please do not leave your weapon unattended), capitalizing on weaknesses (please do not leave your children unattended) and reading the movements of their enemies. Family orientated and attacks in groups.
WEAKNESS: With how intelligent they are, they might not find a battle worth fighting if they are at a clear disadvantage or there are benefits to being passive. This means they can be bribed to a degree. It also means they will run away if outnumbered. Their skin is not particularly dense and they are weak to being stabbed in their vital organs.
EXTRA NOTES: Juveniles are playful, mischievous and can build bonds with humans, mistaking the humans as their family. Some of the adults can also build bonds with enough bribery.
█ █ █ MISSION OBJECTIVE:
✖ Incapacitate and capture the Nihonzaru and Yama-Kujira and bring them back to base. Large cages will be provided for this purpose.
✖ Kill the kaiju if necessary, especially if they are threatening the people in the area.
✖ Capture the feral cats and bring them back to base.
✖ Following the return to base, these cats will require care. As LILITH does not have the resources for this, the ban on pets on base will be lifted and Outsiders will be encouraged to care for the cats.
█ █ █ ATTACHED PHOTO:
Drawn in by the comfort of a warm bath in the cold winter, a troop of mutated macaques have made said onsen resort their home, and they have made it impossible for any customers to visit. These monkeys vary in size depending on rift exposure, with some of them as large as a lion, and others as large as an elephant. Business for the local onsen has been impossible with the macaques occupying the hot springs, stealing food and harassing guests. Though appearing docile as they sit and bathe in the springs, these macaques have become fiercely territorial following the rift’s influence. When they identify a threat, they will let out a piercing scream that’s enough to make ears bleed. Their claws and teeth are sharp, and primates are known to be brutal when tearing apart their enemies. It’s a situation that needs to be contained immediately if people are going to continue living in the outer suburbs.
The macaques aren’t the only wildlife that have been affected by rift. Pockets of Yama-Kujira have been seen roaming the forests and abandoned small towns. While a large portion of the outer suburbs are uninhabited, there continue to be some stragglers toughing it out in the abandoned houses. They all have their own reasons for choosing not to live in the armored city but they will need to be protected all the same. The Yama-Kujira are blind but vicious, making up for their lack of eyesight by charging into anything and everything. Refer to our bestiary or previous TDM for more information about this boar kaiju.
With the increased reports of mutating local wildlife, LILITH has requested that Outsiders also round up the colony of feral cats that normally roam the onsen. If a pride of mutated felines were to emerge in the outer suburbs, the results would simply be disastrous … These cats, fearful of the kaiju, will be skittish and very, very difficult to catch.
█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: Nihonzaru
HEIGHT: 2-10 meters
WEIGHT: 20-200kg
CLASS: Moderate threat
LOCATION: Tokyo, Japan
ABILITIES: A piercing scream that can cause ringing in the ears, temporary deafness and bleeding from the ear canal with frequent exposure. Razor sharp claws and teeth. Considerable strength and muscle. Highly intelligent, capable of using basic tactical strategies, using tools (please do not leave your weapon unattended), capitalizing on weaknesses (please do not leave your children unattended) and reading the movements of their enemies. Family orientated and attacks in groups.
WEAKNESS: With how intelligent they are, they might not find a battle worth fighting if they are at a clear disadvantage or there are benefits to being passive. This means they can be bribed to a degree. It also means they will run away if outnumbered. Their skin is not particularly dense and they are weak to being stabbed in their vital organs.
EXTRA NOTES: Juveniles are playful, mischievous and can build bonds with humans, mistaking the humans as their family. Some of the adults can also build bonds with enough bribery.
█ █ █ MISSION OBJECTIVE:
✖ Incapacitate and capture the Nihonzaru and Yama-Kujira and bring them back to base. Large cages will be provided for this purpose.
✖ Kill the kaiju if necessary, especially if they are threatening the people in the area.
✖ Capture the feral cats and bring them back to base.
✖ Following the return to base, these cats will require care. As LILITH does not have the resources for this, the ban on pets on base will be lifted and Outsiders will be encouraged to care for the cats.
█ █ █ ATTACHED PHOTO:
▶ 005. AFTERWORD.
Welcome to our 8th TDM! All TDM threads are game canon and characters who don't app will be glitched out of this world. As the TDM will act as the event, existing characters are heavily encouraged to participate. Please use this format for top levels: CHARACTER | CANON | CURRENT / NEW CHARACTER.
There are currently 9 available player slots. New players are welcome to use this TDM to get samples for when APPLICATIONS open.
Use the code provided in the ARRIVAL prompt if you'd like to participate in the ice breaker, and place it in your top level along with your other prompts. Anything such as civilian name or username can be marked as UNDECIDED if you're unsure of what you'd like your character to have for now. Though it says 'Orientation', existing characters can still participate in the ice-breaker.
Please note that all tags in this log will count for 2 reward points each and will count towards January AC.
There are currently 9 available player slots. New players are welcome to use this TDM to get samples for when APPLICATIONS open.
Use the code provided in the ARRIVAL prompt if you'd like to participate in the ice breaker, and place it in your top level along with your other prompts. Anything such as civilian name or username can be marked as UNDECIDED if you're unsure of what you'd like your character to have for now. Though it says 'Orientation', existing characters can still participate in the ice-breaker.
Please note that all tags in this log will count for 2 reward points each and will count towards January AC.
TDM #8 BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. ARRIVAL PROMPT: Newcomers arrive with ocular and brain implants, and are given a breakdown of the premise with an icebreaker orientation to complete.
2. HAPPY NEW YEAR: Outsiders are welcome to visit local temples for New Year's activities, which include drawing fortune slips and writing down their wishes for the new year. Many sheep-themed goods and foods are also on sale to welcome the Year of the Sheep.
3. NEW YEAR MERCENARIES: High-profile businessman and politicians are hiring bodyguards and protective mercenaries to keep them safe as they enjoy new year's travel and celebrations. In return for being out in the cold and fighting smaller kaiju during the holidays, they offer high monetary compensation.
4. A DEADLY SOAK: Monkey and boar kaiju are attacking the outer suburbs of Tokyo, including a popular onsen spot. Capture/kill the kaiju and protect the people living there. Round up the feral cats to prevent them from rift exposure.
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Bakugō Katsuki 💥 Boku no Hero Academia 💥 Everlight
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Civilian Identity: Shōri Bakudan
Age: 17
Species: Human
Origin: Musutafu, Japan
What are your new year’s resolutions? Rid this shitty place of the goddamn kaiju and become the greatest hero this world's ever known!
[OOC: General and specific starters are below. If you want to hit me up for ideas on prompts or plots, feel free to send me a PM, or drop an OOC comment below, and we’ll hash it out! NSFW options are available if you want to go that route. I'm down to write a unique starter for thread(s) if you prefer!]
002. ▶ HAPPY NEW YEAR.
💥 ➊ NEW YEAR. - Shrine Wish
[Bakugo's not a religious person, not even that traditional outside of what his parents shoved onto him when he grew up. Yet he's still a Japanese guy at heart, so visiting the shrines for the New Year (even amid the damn snow) is happening. Bakugo's dressed in a winter kimono, black for the most part, with gray snow pants and boots somewhat clashing the formal upper wear. He's not freezing his damn legs off just to dress proper. Standing in front of the shrine booth, he clasps both hands together, fingers up to the heavens, and closes his eyes, to make a wish. Several actually, though he won't take much time before opening his eyes and ringing the heavy multi-colored rope dangling from the shrine bells. Footprints in the snow follow him off to some of the trees, and he ties a few white strips of paper to the branches to yeet any potentially bad omens for later. They're private, so no fucking peeking. Does he believe it helps? Hell no! But his mom made him do it each year, so... tradition. And he's skipping the damn fortunes unless someone pulls his arm. He makes his own damn fortune. But greetings? Bakugo's initially nonplussed, wondering what the hell's the point since the people he wants to talk to aren't here, and those that are, he can see them in person. Yet eventually he finds himself leaning against the wall, writing down a few greetings on postcard stationary. Some for here, others for home.]
💥 ➋ NEW YEAR. - Shrine Walk
[Look, if he's going to stay up all damn night watching fireworks, walking shrines, and waiting for the sunrise without getting a lick of sleep in the process, Bakugo's at least going to fill the time with activities! Otherwise he'll be even angrier over the noise, lights, lack of sleep, and thoughts in his head. Arms folded across his chest, hands and forearms tucked in the sleeves of his kimono, the young hero walks between the various stalls lining the streets, red eyes wandering from here and there to look at what's on offer. Classics from home he recognizes, a small snort leaving his mouth as he picks up a ram-shaped onigiri. Guess this place is trying its hardest. The curry's not bad, its biggest benefit being how hot it is. Warming his chest and stomach with each spoonful from the bowl cupped in one hand as he walks. Skipping the sake because he's not allowed to drink until he's 20. Thanks Japan. And hell no on the energy drinks; he can stay up under his own power.]
💥 ➌ NEW YEAR. - Lucky Bags
[Bakugo scowls at the collection of bags hanging on his arm like so many fat ass wind chimes. How many of these damn things did the stores pawn off on him?! Ugh, bunch of fucking mooches. He's even got two on his back! Need a goddamn sack to carry this shit in. Leaving a trail of stomping footprints behind him, Bakugo searches for a place to park it and offload the lucky bags. He would've waited to do it in his room, but hell if he's lugging all this shit back there in this form! Feel free to help him?]
003. ▶ NEW YEAR MERCENARIES.
💥 ➊ MERCENARIES. - Hired Guard
[Being a member of the police force means Bakugo's not one of the top picks for CEOs or politicians who have corrupt or shadowy connections. He has a reputation for not tolerating that kind of bullshit in the people he works with, having already cleaned up the police department he was assigned to. But considering his strength and prowess within the Outsiders, and the police still aim to protect civilians, Bakugo's gone along as an escort to a certain businessman. He thinks it's fucking stupid for this guy to take the risk and host his new year's celebration outside the city limits, but this is also part of his work as a police officer and an Outsider. So long as the guy who hired his services doesn't think he's gonna be treated any better than the others Bakugo interacts with. If a kaiju shows up, he'll kick its fucking ass and then order everyone back into the city, even if that means calling in the police to forcefully escort them back inside! That's the deal for his guarding. If you're assigned to the same group he is, feel free to come meet him during the ride out there or any rounds on the perimeter!]
💥 ➋ MERCENARIES. - Break Time
[Bakugo's true to his word; he was hired as guard detail and he works as guard detail. However, when he's not walking the freezing outline of the mountain resort or escorting his "boss" to another location, he takes his breaks when able. 1) Sitting on the bed in the shared room, Bakugo works on a large grenade-shaped gauntlet pulled into his lap. Checking over the connectors and intricate machinery inside, or using a cloth to clean and polish the green surface and way-too-large trigger handle on the outside. 2) Another time, he's taking advantage of the hot spring, leaving the cold outside as Bakugo settles back against the stones surrounding the oasis-like design. Hot steam, hot water, a towel dipped in the pool and plopped over his forehead as his head lolls onto the stone behind him. This is nice... quiet and still. 3) It's not the highest quality meal, but still years better than the cafeteria food on the base. There's a reason Bakugo does his own cooking when at the Outsider's home locale. Sitting in the meal hall, a spread of three-star course in front of him, the young hero picks another piece up with chopsticks and pops it into his mouth. Red eyes flick across the book on the table beside him, filled with what appears to be pictures of motorcycles and words.]
004. ▶ A DEADLY SOAK.
💥 ➊ DEADLY SOAK. - Kick Ass Monkey
[OH HELL NO!! These fucking bastards want to go after one of the bravest pair of geezers Bakugo's met in this stupid city!? No one's taking out the hot spring the old couple's running! He's spent too many times coming here with not!friends and playing with the cats while soaking in the springs. A few important memories took place in this hot spring and he's not about to let some squad of fucked-up baboons ruin it! Bakugo locks in the grenade-shaped gauntlet on his arm, clad in the warmth of his hero costume, and launches off the slippery rocks below.] DIE YOU SHITTY MONKEY!!
[KA-BOOM! Yellow and orange burst in a massive explosion, spewing water over the sides of the hot spring and sending macaques scattering amid a cacophony of screams. Bakugo tenses up, pain bursting behind his eardrums. He hits the wall hard, dropping to his knees a second later. Fuck! These bastards are so noisy!] Shut up, saru ass! [Touching his ear, his fingers come away glistening with a trick of blood.] Tch! [That's how they wanna play? Bakugo digs into the pouch slung low on his thigh and pulls out two black earplugs. Come prepared. He shoves them right into his ear canals, twitching as pain bites into his skin. Push through it. There's more coming. Standing up, he switches to a texting mode if anyone wants to contact him. Can't hear for shit right now, but these monkeys are loud enough and fast enough to signal vibrations. Bakugo slams his hand down and rockets off another explosion, flinging himself back into battle.] I'll wipe these bastards out!
💥 ➋ DEADLY SOAK. - Like Herding Cats
Get back here, goddamn furball! [It wasn't bad enough he had to deal with mutated macaques and boars (some of them killed, others captured) in the outskirts, but now they have to round up cats?! Granted, Bakugo knows all about these cats since he's frequented the hot springs enough. Doesn't mean they're all friendly. Plenty have been inclined to approach the Outsiders, curious or friendly, though who knows if their trust's betrayed once they're caught and placed in kitty carriers. Bakugo lands on the onsen's rooftop, looking positively feral himself as he spreads his arms and plants his feet on the shingles. A cat in front of him hisses and arches its back, which only brings another slasher grin to the blonde's face.] You wanna take me on, pussy cat?! Lets see what you got! [Yes, Bakugo is seriously enticing a cat to fight. Considering the scratches on his cheek and costume, he probably has reason to be pissed. But damn if he's not leaving here without every cat possible safely contained for transport. Ultimate success! 100% victory. PLUS ULTRA!!] C'MERE!!
💥 ➌ DEADLY SOAK. - Furry Peace
[Well well, look at that. Bakugo sitting on the couch in the Everlight common room, one foot propped up on the coffee table, a book in his hand while one cat snuggles in his lap and another one's keen to drape against the back of his neck, purring contentedly. Stupid furballs. They've taken to the base as their new dwelling pretty well, some of them at least. Who knows if they're going to want to go back to the hot spring later, since they get plenty of love, food, attention, and interaction all over the Outsider's base. Might be a bad/good move on LILITH's part. Hope no one's allergic to cats...]
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Not that Yato can blame him - those shrieks are LOUD. And damn painful. He doesn't even get a chance to draw his weapon when the literally piercing cries of the macaques require him to cover both ears with his hands, flinching. This won't do, not at all. So he fishes about on his person for a pair of cat earmuffs, complete with kitty ears and rhinestones. Hardly battle gear, but you take what you've got, yeah? Then he's sending a voice-to-text message at Bakugo:]
Oi, need a hand, Katsuki?
[Yes, you've been upgraded from last name to first name status in the book of god, Bakugo. That's the price you pay for giving him such a heartfelt message and gift for Christmas.]
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[A second later, something blinks up in his eyes. Text message. Normally he'd be pissed at it, the distraction interfering with his focus. Now he glances to it in expectation, noticing the username and-]
WHO SAID YOU CAN USE MY FIRST NAME?!
[Because obviously that's important. Ironically he gets more pissed at someone calling him "Katsuki" than "Kacchan" because reasons. Go figure.]
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He flops down onto a rock beside one of hot springs, laughing at the irate message as it comes in. Ah, never lose your cool, Bakugo...]
Hey, we're friends, aren't we??
[Honestly, he's almost hoping that being a distraction will mean Bakugo gets swatted in the ass or something by one of those macaques simply because he's being obstinate about the status of their relationship. Fine! Don't be friends with him! See if he cares!! (He does. Immensely.)]
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Why the hell is Yato lounging on a fucking rock?!]
Make yourself useful, dammit!
[Is that an invite to fight alongside him or act as distraction bait? Who the hell knows; Yato can make his decision. Bakugo's a dick. Ka-BOOM! Another macaque goes sailing, this time towards the lounging god with a limb-flailing scream. Head's up, lazy face!]
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So when Bakugo gets on his case, he hefts himself up, smiling. Ah, ever the polite one.]
Yeah, yeah, I'm coming.
[Either way, he doesn't plan on making Bakugo face these bastards alone for any longer. Flexing his fingers and tugging at a glove, he sidesteps the incoming ape, leaving just enough room for him to snatch the flying creature from the air, spin around, and slam it into the larger rock he'd been leaning against.
Then he's pulling out not his usual katana, but a somewhat funky bow from inside his hammerspace glove and leaping up onto the top of the building for a better vantage point. Thanks for the new toy, LILITH! From there, he takes aim at one of the primates creeping up on Bakugo, nailing it squarely in the back with a single shot before adding several more energy arrows to it, ensuring it won't be getting up anytime soon.]
You're welcome, by the way!
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So blasting a slobbering monkey at his friend doesn't bother him for a second. Catch, Bakami. You deal with it.]
I saw it, Bakami!
[How's that for your damn thanks? Bakugo notes the bow in Yato's grasp. New? He's never seen it before. Normally the god was a swordsman. Smoke tears through the frosty space as he twists a vicious roundhouse into another monkey's head. Bone crunches, head snaps to the side, and the rest of its furry body follows in a spiral of saliva and gangly limbs.]
Don't waste your arrows! Make your shots count!
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He looks up at his friend having a showdown with a cranky kitty with a typical lineface reaction.]
... Don't let it outthink you, Katsuki-kun.
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DAMMIT SHASHOU, IT'S BEING A STUBBORN BITCH!! [Katsuki launches himself towards the cat, swiping a hand towards it with a feral shout. Only to-- as expected --land on his side as the cat jumps away from him and scrambles off towards the other edge of the roof.] YOU FURRY ASS!! I'm trying to help you!
[Cat 2. Dynamight 0.]
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[With a sigh, Raidou decides to relinquish the lazy cat snuggled in his arms over to be packed up with the others, and makes his way onto the roof to help Katsuki out. He'll approach from the opposite end to hopefully cut the critter off at the pass.
Once he gets an up-close look at it, Raidou recognizes this cat. Because of course he knows many of them, and has named the ones he sees frequently.]
... Ah. It's you, Juniper.
[The cat does not seem happy to see him. Not right now anyway.]
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[It's all the cat's fault and no one's convincing him otherwise. Katsuki pushes himself up with a snarl, twisting around and swinging his legs under him to shift his body to a crouching position. As if he's going to hike a football. Not a football, but an explosion? Damn right! Luckily Raidou approaches and the blonde has to cut off the sparking snaps so he doesn't smoke his friend.
Imagine how many cats that would've scared off...]
You know this furball?! Tell it to calm its ass down!
[Raidou the cat whisperer.]
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[Well, Bakugo's whole deal, but he won't finish that statement. Instead, Raidou hunkers down and produces a baggie of fish. He's got plenty, thanks to his trips to Okinawa. The cat perks up, but still keeps its distance.]
I suppose we're acquainted. The notch in the left ear, the spot on her nose. That's Juniper. But she is, as people like to say, spicy.
[He takes a piece of fish from the bag and tosses it her way gently. The cat wants to back away, but the scarier person is in the other direction. It seems unsure of what to do.]
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At least, that's the plan until Raidou pulls a Godzilla and produces bag o fish.] Why didn't you say you had that earlier?!
[He could've laid them around to attract cats and then scooped them right up with their mouths full of fish! As the cat seems to calm, Katsuki eases out of his stance, arms lowering and knees straightening. Face grumpy as ever.]
Tch. [He likes spicy. So why the hell does this cat have a problem with him?!] Oy. Eat it.
[Good idea. Order a cat around. It'll listen.]
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Did you pick your sn and your civ name yourself?
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Of course I did! I don't want asshole picking my name, dammit!
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I didn't have a problem until you started yelling at me out of nowhere, cool that off
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WHO THE HELL ARE YOU!?
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I'm Samuel apparently
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The other definitely looked a bit feral himself. Which was a bit amusing to think about. Even more so when he, himself, seemed more cat-like than most. Especially with the agility that he had and the speed. That does not, however, mean he plans to jump up there just yet. ]
The cat isn't bound to fight you. I'm coming up.
[ Whether that was a warning to Bakugo or the cat was a whole other story. ]
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[How the hell is that not obvious?! They have to get these furballs into their carriers and out of here before anymore danger comes to them. Rift poisoning or mutated monkeys or the battle between the latter and the Outsiders, any of those elements could wind up with dead cats! If these bastards aren't going to get out of the way or accept help, they're being morons!
Yeah, totally blame the cats. Bakugo glares to the side when Kadaj mentions coming up.]
If you freak it out and it runs, you're chasing it.
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[ Kadaj was used to Bakugo's loudness and it didn't bother him. However, felines had sensitive ears and yelling was only going to scare them. Just as he could easily drag out the shadow wolves and they'd end up scaring the felines, right into Bakugo's waiting arms. Or toward the carrier.
Instead, he allows himself to shift into black mist and slip up onto the roof making no sound at all, not even when he reforms before Bakugo and the cat that the other was trying to wrangle. ]
What have you tried? Other than fighting and yelling.
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[Is that acceptance or denial? Who knows. Kadaj is up to bat now. Bakugo intends to play receiver and black the cat's attempt to flee if the remnant can't own up to his own success. Push comes to shove, he's gonna tell Kadaj to send out the wolves and collect them. Pretty sure the guy can order his lupine shadows to fetch without killing. Might traumatize the cats, but would they prefer trauma or death? Easy choice...
Bakugo lowers his arms, hands on his hips and a scowl on his face as Kadaj appears on the roof in front of him. There, he's backing off. Lets see what this guy can do.]
Catching it, dumbass. Do I look like I'm made of cat snacks?
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That depends on how often you're with the cats.
[ How would he know if Bakugo actively had cat snacks with him or not?
Though, he does go quiet after a moment and kneel down a little creeping toward the cat. Of course, if it tried to run he could easily turn into black mist and be before the cat in an instant, making it run straight to Bakugo. ]
What are you really afraid of?
[ Whether that question was toward Bakugo or the cat before him is anyone's guess.
It's a moment later where he picks up one of the cat, catches one that tries to go past him. One he hadn't even realized was there and then stands heading toward Bakugo. ]
Sometimes you need more stealth than sound.
[ Or maybe the cats see him as one of them, there was no telling really. ]
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I don't spent all my time here. [He used to come here more regularly before Megumi went home. Now it's rare, since he's more likely to take a shower and be done rather than drive out here to soak. He doesn't really use the spa they have on base much either. Sitting and doing nothing for too long drives him nuts.
Kadaj better have some kind of plan or tactic, otherwise Bakugo's gonna try to blast and grab again. He doesn't respond to that question, knowing it's for the cat. It'd better be for the cat...]
Yeah, yeah. You got the friendly ones. [Grumpy. He opens one cat carrier at a time in quick succession, then helps Kadaj place the furballs inside each one.] The base is gonna smell like fish and cat litter for months...
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