TEST DRIVE MEME

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TEST DRIVE MEME

Welcome to the outsiders test drive meme! You can use this post to tag with characters you're interested in bringing to the game or who you'd like to try out in the setting.


Please set all threads in one of three areas: the landing zone, where your character get off the shuttle upon arrival; the markets, where your character might run into any of the station's alien population; or in the residential district they'll be staying in.

φ Please give the name and canon of your character in the subject line! OCs and AUs are welcome.
φ You may use threads from this post as a log sample, so long as it has at least 5 of your comments in action tags or prose.
φ You can keep CR from this meme if both players agree to it OOCly, and so long as you keep interactions to these starting areas.
φ Apps open on 1/27; the game opens 2/2.
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Comments

[meatshield_withcheese]

Huh, right. What do you mean by accustomed to such things? You mean things that are overwhelming or evil schemes that may or may not include your dog? [He'll display a brief smile for the joke.]

But. Scared of you? ... Why? Because you're a mage? I'd think being recruited into the Wardens would be a reason to overlook that sort of fear for most, at least at that time. Or, I'd hope so. Then again, I wouldn't really know myself and there could always be, well. Differences.

[A nervous chuckle] Wow. Um. Not to offend or anything, really, buuut I've only known you for less than an hour and that's maybe just a little creepy. [He'll exhale a sigh] But. Ah, yes. You're right. I do have something to ask, or rather some things. However, I'm not... entirely sure I want to know the answer. Or if it's my business to know the answer. Or. I suppose it is in a way. Anyways. What I wanted to ask was, what exactly was with your, um. Greeting earlier? Or do you always greet people you know as if they've spat in your cheese soup?

[spellmight]

My dog is smart enough to be the mastermind behind any schemes, thanks. [ it's strange to joke with him again, and her smile is a bit awkward. ] But no. Do you not find the circumstances even a little overwhelming?

[ it occurs to her that in all the discussions they've had, they have not once even touched on this. she had never told him just how terrified she had been. she releases a sigh. ]

You say that as though it's nothing. Those differences you speak of have existed for a long time. I hardly expected a King to set them aside so easily.

[ which may explain a bit why it bothers her so much that alistair had not been able to entirely put them aside, either. but that is a whole other matter entirely, and probably not even applicable any more. since he doesn't remember-or may never have known. ]

Oh. I.. I'm sorry. Habit. [ she tugs on a strand of hair nervously. ] You and I were.. er. It's complicated. We were close but life and circumstances and [ the giant stick up his ass. ] made things difficult.

We fought, I suppose. But it doesn't really matter here, does it? You either don't remember or never knew me in the first place. I meant it when I apologized.

[meatshield_withcheese]

I do! I'm just... trying to take things one step at a time. I suppose. And maybe trying to not think about it so much. Hah, but that one does nooot seem to be working, does it? I don't know, though. I guess it just hasn't sunk in yet. It still doesn't seem real to me, how all of this is possible. What about you? Already adapted like you said? I mean, the idea of being here. Of maybe... well, being here for some time.

Huh, well. Fair enough. I'm glad he did that for you then.

[Well that's different. He'll give her a questioning look and an awkward smile.]

You and I... complicated? [Considering Brosca, he can't really imagine it being any other way than constant arguments. He'll shrug. She's uncomfortable he can take a hint - sometimes.] Well, all right then. If it doesn't matter, it doesn't matter. I was just curious.

[spellmight]

No. I am.. overwhelmed. But I also think that now is a good time to seek out information and learn about this place, rather than simply wondering how we got here.

[ she clears her throat awkwardly. solona can only hope that her cheeks aren't burning. ]

I'd rather not discuss it beyond that. [ he barely knows her. how can she broach the subject of her relationship with him-or another him? she can't. ] It doesn't matter in the context of our situation. Maybe someday I'll tell you all about it.

But now, provided you're willing to work with me, we should start finding some answers.

[meatshield_withcheese]

[He'll rub the back of his head. He doesn't completely get it. But okay.] That ... bad, huh? Well, good to know. Although if it was that bad, what makes you think now would be any better? Or do you think I'm really different from this "other" Alistair of yours? Not that I'm against speaking with you or anything, of course not. I'm just wondering since, you know. Not everyday you hear about another you.

But. Right, of course. I um... We should probably get moving. Standing here certainly solves nothing. So! Lead on.

[spellmight]

Yes. [ she pauses, and chooses to look up straight in to his eyes. ] I don't know that yet. But I'll never know unless I find out, will I? Your circumstances are different-I need to consider that. Beyond that, we are comrades in arms.

A- oh, no. Not this time. [ her mouth presses itself in to a line. ]

I'm tired of leading, I think. Three years is more than enough. It's your turn.

So! Lead on.

[meatshield_withcheese]

[A brief shrug.] Can't really argue that. But. Fair enough, then.

[Say whut. Nervous chuuuuuckling....] Haha.. aahh... Ah... Me? I...uh, really? I guess I can? But. Well. Don't blame me if we get lost. Which is more than likely. Very likely. Definitely, even. Honestly, I'm not even sure how I found the market to begin with. Are you... sure you want me to lead us anywhere?

[spellmight]

Yes, you. I realize that it's awkward to hear from some one you've never known. But I think you are more capable than you give yourself credit for.

[ and, well. she may as well explain. ]

The First Warden made me Commander after the Blight, and Arl of Amaranthine. Howe was dealt with-I hope in your ..version of things he will be, also. And things were a royal mess for a while. To put it lightly.

[ she gives him a brief, weary smile. ] I wouldn't mind following for a while. And I trust you with my life. You should work on trusting yourself. Once you're able to do that.. well.

[ she cuts herself off before she mentioned the king thing. that is dangerously close to their previous talk of conversation and. just no. he likes to feel needed and appreciated. and she thinks she's done as good as she can with that considering things for now.

and that she hadn't seen any of those blasted toys he likes for sale in the market. blight taken them. ]

[meatshield_withcheese]

Once I'm able to do that I can get us lost more efficiently, right? [A good laugh.] I'm joking, I'm joking. [Sort of. Trusting him so much when he barely knows her. And apparently they didn't even get along or fought anyway? Maybe this other him was actually really different because he can't imagine someone arguing with him so much to actually trust him. He should be honored or flattered or something, but that idea is only intensifying his worries. However simple a task it may seem to others. Hesitantly, he'll rub the back of his neck before letting out a long sigh.]

All right, all right. I'll lead, but if we get lost, you're in charge. Deal? [So uncomfortable with this...]

[spellmight]

You know, I felt the same after Ostagar. But some how we made it. Some times I still wonder how. [ a brief smile. ] I'll be right here if you need any thing.

Yes, that is fine by me. We're in this together, after all.

[ whether she likes it or no. to be truthful she is not sure what to make of this right now. SHE WILL DEAL WITH IT LATER. ]

[meatshield_withcheese]

Really? I guess that makes me feel a little better... [If only a little.]

Right then! So... where to start. Mmmn... Maker, how do you even decide a direction? [He'll grumble as he looks around for a moment.]

All right! Got it. How about... that way! [He won't necessarily wait long before just going off in his chosen direction. Oh, this is sure to go well.]