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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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With the threat gone Kiko settles into a relaxed sitting position, tails wagging happily as the spirit recognizes Akagi easily. Kaga picks herself up off the ground, dusting some dirt from her clothes. ]
There's nothing wrong with enjoying a hunt, Nee-sama. It's a good way to hone your skills.
[ Not that Akagi ever needs to do any honing herself. The red fiery fox is naturally perfect at the things she applies herself to, that's why she was the de facto leader of the Sakurian fleets for so long. ]
Besides, Kiko needs the exercise too.
[ A comment that has the fox shikigami actually side glance at Kaga and let out a huff of discontent. ]
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[Hunting can be a very enjoyable pass time indeed. In more than one way-- no, Akagi won't think like that anymore. Nope, instead her attention moves towards Kiko, and she instinctively walks over to the fox, hand going down for her to sniff and, maybe even... pet her!?
If pets are allowed right now.
If not Akagi will be content with simple sniffs.]
Muh, but she looks like a perfectly lady!
[She mused happily, eager to spoil said fox to death! Not literally to death, but you know!]
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Kaga meanwhile takes a moment to kick at the carcass of the kaiju, it's clearly dead but it's good for her to bleed off any extra aggression in her system. ]
I've taken to leaving her out more. If anyone asks in the city I can just tell them she's a genetic designer pet.
[ Kaga snaps her fingers to get Kiko's attention, then makes a small gesture of closing with her thumb and forefinger. The fox huffs and proceeds to reduce in size, reverting to the size of a large hunting hound, then resumes bumping her head against Akagi's hand for pets.
With the skikigami a more manageable size Kaga walks over to join the spirit and her sister. She is not subtle in the least as she looks Akagi up and down, clearly searching for any sign of injury or fatigue. ]
You've been managing alright, Nee-sama? I know fighting on land can be an adjustment.
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In the meantime, Akagi will be busy petting Kiko, giving her ear and chin scritches and the like! Good girl.]
Now now, there's no need to do that to such a pretty girl! Leaving her outside is just too cruel!
[Boo, Kaga! BOOOOOOOOO...! As far as Akagi's current status is concerned, she looks fine. Not tired beyond the exertion she had to use to set up traps and capture kaiju without killing them (on occasion), along with a side of "I want to do this one thing, but can't until I finish this thing up" kind of look.
ONSEN, KAGA! AKAGI-SAMA DESIRES TO USE THE ONSEN! ONSEN! O-N-S-E-N EPISODE!]
Yes? Fighting on land is annoying, but nothing we're not capable of.
[It just means adjusting her movements and how she plans things. She treats it more as an annoyance than anything else.]
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I would never...! She takes up more of my bed than I do! Out as in summoned, Nee-sama.
[ Despite Kaga's obvious displeasure Kiko's having the time of her life. Evident by the happy fox noises she's making.
Kaga sighs but nods with satisfaction. At least Nee-sama is unharmed. She shouldn't be surprised, really, if anyone was going to adapt to fighting on land quickly it'd be someone as powerful as Akagi. Kaga'd like to see that bitch Enterprise try to keep up with either of the fox sisters in a ground battle now!
That's where Kaga's head is at, sorry Akagi, the onsen is far from her mind when there's still kaiju to fight. ]
Mmm, we're better at it than some of the humans are too. There's more than a few non-combatants in the Outsiders, it's... baffling.
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Yes, yes, of course you do! Absolutely no one could leave such a sweet girl outside! Isn't that right~?
[The last bit had been meant for the happy fox, making happy fox noises. Akagi is unharmed, of course, she really doesn't think that there's much here that can really give them much of any challenge or trouble. Giant boars? BBQ. Giant monkeys? BBQ. Giant whatever?
Yep, BBQ.
There are far more threatening things out there that they've had to deal with than these creatures. And certainly, far bigger fish that they've very handily crushed than most of everything she's seen that could be tossed their way here.
Akagi knows, because she's seen it. Threats greater than even the Sirens.
All that said, Akagi does have to wonder if any other shipgirls like Enterprise will show up. Surely it couldn't have just been Kaga and Akagi.]
I would certainly hope that we are. [A vast majority of things she's seen here wouldn't be able to hold a single candle to even a Siren mass-produced ship.] Non-combatants still have their uses, Kaga. After all, who will build and maintain things?
[Like the onsen! Kaga, there is an onsen here! The onsen had been surrounded by kaiju, Kaga! They should totes go to the onsen!]
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Mmm, I don't think we have any Outsiders like that... the pilots maintain their own vehicles though, that's close. Hiyori-chan's a doctor, Dante-san's a... Manager, they called it? Essentially led a team of irregulars in their own world, they and Ratio remind me of the Commander a little. Without the resonance though.
[ If only there was someone around that had the wisdom cube resonance! Kaga and Akagi would truly be an unstoppable duo then.
With Kiko a manageable size all that Kaga has left to do is hide her ears and tails, rendering her looking a perfectly presentable "human". That done she gives Akagi a small smile and gestures towards the inn they've been protecting. ]
Shall we take a break, Nee-sama? The onsen is likely empty about now.
[ Yes, Akagi, the onsen. You and Kaga can go hang out in the onsen and possibly drink copious amounts of sake while doing so. ]
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A doctor and manager are both just as good. Maybe not as good Shikikan-sama, but good and useful all the same. I am a little surprised that pilots would need to maintain their own vehicles.
[A pilot maintaining their own plane? Perish the thought! That crap takes a specially trained team! Not that Akagi would have much experience with that, given that she can simply summon her aircraft!
Gosh, but to have someone who can resonate with a wisdom cube would be beyond helpful! Even more if they're able to have access to wisdom cubes themselves. A whole fleet of Sakura girls...!]
That is a wonderful idea, Kaga. I could use a nice soak after having to deal with all the pests in this area.
[Kaga you spoil your sister too much! She loves you.]
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Mmm, LILITH doesn't have a lot of manpower to spare for repair crews. But the boys do well enough on their own. They have these machines called mobile suits instead of planes. Essentially suits of armor with flight and weaponry... it's not too dissimilar from some of the stranger Rigging that's been showing up lately, now that I think about it.
[ With a small gesture of her hand Kaga gets Kiko's attention and the guardian fox falls into step at her master's heel. Kaga herself could really do with the soak too, her body's starting to feel quite sore from letting herself get thrown around! ]
Mmm, I'm sure. Someone like you shouldn't have to bother with these small fry, Nee-sama. It's beneath you.
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That sounds like something from the Eagle Union.
[Or maybe Iron Blood? No, it would be more Eagle Union, and they probably look just as ridiculous, too. Why make something like that when a conventional plane, jet, or helicopter will do just as well? To Akagi, making what amounts to a giant target seems like a real waste. Then again, her dear Shikikan-sama does have that delightful power armor of theirs as well...
Ehehe... Shikikan-sama, please hold Akagi-sama in your firm, reinforced arms ~!
Oh, no, wait, she's talking to Kaga right now.]
I'm not planning to; all that matters is that they do their work and don't die.
[It would be silly to waste perfectly good cannon fodder! Also, Akagi has turned over a new leaf and is very earnest in her attempts to... befriend people (gross!).]
Have you been to this onsen before, Kaga?
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[ Does Kaga sound a bit jealous? Just a tiny bit. Warrior at heart that she is the way mobile suits are able to field any mission just by a quick armament change appeals to her. Why have fighters, torpedo bombers, and dive bombers when you can have a machine that's able to do any role while still able to effectively defend itself it it gets caught out?
She's a little biased right now though, Destiny tore through her compliment like it was nothing. And the helicopters LILITH equipped her with afterwards are far more support orientated than attack... ]
I haven't, no, though Kuzunoha-kun insists it's better than the one we have on base. I think he prefers the ambience.
[ She takes a look at the older building before they head inside, her ears twitching slightly. ]
I'm inclined to agree. It feels more peaceful out here, even with the kaiju.
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[If anything they've encountered far more impressive and powerful. Far more terrifying. Why have something that's nothing but a large target and waste of resources, when machines that are smaller, faster, more agile, and more specialized, are capable of doing everything that machine can do, and more? Arms? Legs? What's the point of all that beyond additional structural weakness. Then taking all of that away you simply just have a tank, or armored aircraft anyway.
As near as Akagi is concerned, such things are a useless waste of manpower, resources, and a hinderance at worst, redundant at best. Especially when faced against the likes of her sister~.
fucking swoons and teases]
Why not simply ask to have your rigging outfitted with the latest drones and aircraft instead? I'm sure LILITH will be more than thrilled to do so.
[And really, why wouldn't they be? They have a walking, talking arsenal. Capable of taking on extradimensional, god-tier horrors and not break a sweat. It'd be silly of them, in Akagi's mind, to not do so.]
Oh, but back to more pleasant topics! It is very peaceful out here. Even more so after having cleared out so many of them.
[A sigh, it was annoying work, but it's bound to be worth it in the end!]
I think I'll have to agree with him on the ambience, but that might also be due to having pretty company~.
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[ A thoughtful hum, the elbow of her metal arm rested in the palm of her real one, her chin grasped lightly by her metallic fingers. If there's one thing you can always count on Kaga for its looking to any opportunity to increase and prove her strength. Besides, a friendly bout might be just what she needs to identify weaknesses in case Shinn ever tries to step in her way again.
Sigh. Shinn. He's a good guy, shame he has a girlfriend...
Akagi's compliment gets Kaga out of her thoughts, her eyebrow raising and her cheeks coloring slightly. ]
Please, Nee-sama... we both know you're the more stunning between the two of us.
[ A chuckle as she sweeps forward and gets the door for her sister, something she'll keep doing as they make their way to the onsen. ]
I'm surprised you're even free. With how some of these Outsiders get I'd think you'd have an entire line of people trying to get your attention by now.
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Well, if she saw them in person then she would likely be even less impressed. Really, what would be the point of all that beyond some attempt at shock and awe and looking pretty? Maybe they could be used to raise funds or propaganda films?
Hm...
Oh! But she got Kaga all flustered! Excellent! This is very, very excellent!]
And yet, when we walk into a room, it's you that captures all eyes~.
[Akagi gives a little giggle, leave it to her sister to also be polite as well! Who wouldn't be swooning over her?]
Your words are too kind, Kaga. [And inflates Akagi's ego.] And thankfully there isn't, otherwise, it would be hard to spend time alone with just you.
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And a chance to show off in front of Akagi and maybe earn some of that praise for her strength and skill she's always desperately seeking. So Kaga's not disappointed in Akagi shooting down the idea, far from it. She's looking forward to it now more than before. ]
That's... very kind of you to say, Nee-sama.
[ And very much not true...! The eyes are always on Akagi! Kaga knows that for sure! Because her eyes are always scanning the crowd, looking for anyone who may be a threat or harbor ill-will towards the illustrious flagship of the First Carrier Division.
Right...? Has Kaga been misreading those people this whole time? That can't be right. ]
Mmm. If there were I'd just have to remove them. [ She deploys the claws on her metal hand, letting the sharp things catch the light. ] Wouldn't be hard.
[ And with a chuckle that's acceptable levels of bloodthirsty Kaga lets the claws sink back into her hand, reaching the final door that leads them to the empty onsen. ]
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No, Akagi's far more interested in seeing Kaga rip apart a Kaiju with her planes and bare hands, than outright curb stomping some poor, hapless fool's overpriced, and overengineered, toy.
She would probably find Gundam's BALLS, Mechwarriors, and the Eagle Union's MEKA to be much more useful.Less of a headache when said fool cries and calls foul. And more pleasing to fight a giant monster with her beloved sister.]
I only speak the truth, dear sister.
[It's true! Kaga is beyond radiant at all times! That cool, calculating look, those shocking, blue eyes, her princely voice, and serious gaze. All to die for!
Akagi's got you, girl!]
Oh, as enjoyable as that bloodbath would be. I would hate to see you dirty yourself with their blood.
[Came the pleased response. Ah~! Her sister is so very considerate and protective of her! It makes Akagi just want to hold and squeeze her and never let go.]
But you're right, it wouldn't be a difficult task at all. Thinking about it still makes very... excited.
[Fox mating season is in full swing oxo; ]
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Ah...? But this is the perfect place to bathe in some blood, isn't it? I can't think of anything nicer than rinsing off and having a soak after a good battle.
[ The kind of murderous impulse only Kaga could chuckle about, and she does indeed chuckle. ]
Honestly, Nee-sama. Is there anything that doesn't excite you?
[ Said lovingly of course. It's always mating season for Akagi, especially when it comes to the Commander, but Kaga can't judge. They both have their vices, it's just that Kaga's is more life ending than it is life affirming. ]
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[She wrinkles her nose at the thought of Kaga having to dirty herself with something beneath her! Perish the thought, especially with so very little here being worthy of her sister's attentions.]
Hmm... I suppose being separated from you doesn't excite me in the least.
[A tail moves up to gently bap the back of Kaga's head with a gently "pomf". Unfortunately, the Commander isn't here, and neither is Amagi. This makes Akagi sad, but Kaga is here, so it's all good.]
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[ Said with neither malice nor excitement. It's just a fact of life. Not to say that there's blood not worth touching Akagi, because of course there is, she's Akagi. Kaga's a warrior though, blood is her business. ]
Oh? Hmm... it's the same for me.
[ A pause as she rubs the spot Kaga's tail hit. They didn't really talk about it much last time Akagi was here, her dear sister was too busy helping Kaga deal with her own traumas at the time. Kaga should say something, she really should.
She takes a deep breath to steady herself, lets it out, and softly speaks up again. ]
I'm sorry. For leaving you like that, in our world I mean. I just... didn't know what else to do.
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...Akagi pushes it aside, she's fine~.]
Mm... Kaga you're so bad~! [Okay, maybe Akagi is just a little excited at the thought of Kaga covered crimson, making her white hair stand out, staining her blue and white dress, flooding the oceans with it...] If that's the case then be sure to let me see it, you creating a river blood on the battlefield.
[At Kaga's following words, Akagi pauses for a second, before continuing on inside the baths. One of her tails does briefly entwine itself with Kaga's, however, as Akagi prepares herself for the bathe, already happily dressing down. Onsen time~!]
You did what you felt was right, as you always do. It hurt, and still hurts, but... you still helped me in the end. All of us, you and... another you... even after all of that, Kaga, you still came through for all of us.
[Akagi sighed and shook her head, doing her best to stifle the small shaking of her voice.]
...Don't apologize for something that was my fault, and never do something like that again. I don't want to... you to...
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One of her own tails entwins with another of Akagi's in a return of the gesture before she breaks away to get ready as well. ]
Another me...? There was a Singularity after all that? Damn it... thought for sure stepping in would've stopped it.
[ Breaking Akagi of her madness was her main goal sure enough, but she also thought throwing off the ceremony would prevent any major shakeups to the reality or timeline. Guess she was wrong on that one.
With a sigh Kaga glances over at her sister, a small but genuine smile coming to her face. ]
Akagi. [ No title, no honorific, just her sister's name to snap her out of the memories. ] I won't, I promise. I don't have any intention of dying again, especially not when you're here. Who else is going to look after you if I did?
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Huff... Huff... Hang on, give her a moment.]
Well there was... there was a lot, you see and... [Akagi sighs, breaking out of her Kaga-induced haze.] ...I'll tell you later, when we're not in the middle of celebrating.
[Things had ended up being far more complicated than anyone would have anticipated... And with Kaga smiling at her like that Akagi felt an absolute need to focus on ringing in the new year with her sister.]
Good, otherwise I'll have to scold you for doing that, again! Me and... Amagi... [Amagi is back as well, things had certainly taken a turn.]
...And I am perfectly capable of looking after myself!
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Amagi?! [ Incredulous would be an understatement to Kaga's response. ] She's... she's alive?! How? The ritual couldn't have...? Did it actually work?
[ However the case if Amagi is alive and well then Kaga's odd little family is.... okay? They're all together again?
Well except for Tosa who's still very, very distant, but if Amagi is back then repairing the relationship with Tosa doesn't seem nearly as impossible as it used to. ]
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[Putting it lightly, very, very lightly.] Amagi is back, and she's a carrier! And just as stunning as we remembered her! And you're... the past you is... well, you'll be back in time.
[Returned, they'll all to be together again. Perhaps even Tosa might make a return? It's hard to say right now.]
With the help of Shikikan-sama and... the Eagle Union...
[As painful as that is to say, yet when all else failed everyone ended up stepping in to help.]
I'll tell you all of it, Kaga. Later...
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And Kaga will be back?! They found a way to bring her back? That's... good. She's been at peace with her choice here in Neo-Tokyo but she can't deny the thought that she'll be back by Akagi's side to be a comfort. Even if Amagi is back, Kaga still needs to protect her sister... all three of her sisters. Kaga won't let anything come between them again, she's certain of it. ]
Alright. Later.
[ She can deal with later, that's fine. Akagi can take all the time she needs to tell Kaga everything.
In the meantime though, a chuckle escapes her as she realizes something. For once she can actually tease her sister. ]
So... the Commander, huh? You've finally gotten your shot with him, Nee-sama?
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