[Ace is sitting outdoors, the sunshine warm on him, and his mood is very good considering the stress of the day before. And because things went so well, despite what he expected, he thinks it's time to bite the bullet and go for a new tattoo. And maybe a new piercing too.

But it's no fun if he goes alone. Especially when the large parlor he favors actually wants more business.]

So it looks like the tattoo parlor I like gives discounts for groups and parties. Who woulda guessed? So that's where all of you come in. If I get enough people interested, we all benefit. So come on, let's get inked up and then get some booze and food in us. I feel like celebrating today.

[Sabo clicks on the device, propping it onto a sizeable rock with a flat, smooth surface. He then takes a few steps backward to wave into the camera. He's smiling, but there are obvious bags under his eyes. He's tired.]

Hello.

[He's so tired, in fact, that he stifles a quiet yawn before continuing.]

I remember this place. Been here before. But -- [He glances around, gesturing casually, before facing the camera again.] For seven months, I was somewhere else. And now, I'm back here. [And not home. Which is a serious problem. Reverie has to have come and gone, and he wasn't there. He has no clue what had happened during it, none at all. And that's terrifying.]

If you know me, great. If not, my name is Sabo.

[He hesitates on what to say next. Thoughts of what had happened to him in Duplicity swirl around in his mind, and his expression reads that he's not too keen on thinking about that. He tugs on the end of a glove, shifting uncomfortably.]

I'll be getting situated here shortly. Let me know if you have a job opening or a place for me to stay for the time being. I'd appreciate it.

[OOC: NSFW warning for certain discussion topics in the tags!]

Do water creatures usually grow so rapidly?

[Grievous is holding a bowl in which a goldfish is splashing. The bowl seems far too small for the poor fish. Somebody help him.]

[Part 1: Video + Action]

Peoples of Genessia:

Give me all your eggs.

Aye. All of them. Do not eat them, do not be disgusting balut-devourers, bring them to me. I will protect them from harm.

Do not pass them by. Do not throw them at others. Bring them to me, Marco, and I will ensure they are safe forever more.

[Yes. He's literally asking to be pranked. You may pick, give a random number between 1 & 50, or just see what happens. Effects don't stack, so he'll be rotating through... so many effects. Nearly all of them really.]

[Part 2: Also video + Action]

This is Lizzy, she needs more lizard friends. [The little lizard in a sparkly dress and very dapper hat sings sadly. Also poorly.] I know I'm trying sweetheart. [Marco whistles back in phoenix.] Now repeat after me: P-A-N-D-A-M-A-N SUGOI -- [Oh god, not that again. Marco is the last person who should have anyone treating him like a parent.]

[Kairi had come across the eggs a couple of times, nothing too bad at least to her. But she found one of the effects to be rather irritating more than anything and it was the narrator who loved to gossip now and again. She didn't quite enjoy the baseless gossip she would bring up now and again.

When she appears on the device it was clearly obvious she was having one of the effects.]

And Kairi had decided that today she was going to make a public video to those that have the same device as herself. [Kairi didn't speak up, she waited, knowing what was to come and within a few seconds it was clearly obvious why she hadn't spoken.]

But enough about that, anyone know anything juicy. I know I heard about this rumor going around that Daniel guy who is like a few apartments from here has been secretly going out at night and going to a warehouse close by. Some people say that they can hear screams coming from there, but who really knows. But it certainly is scandalous, don't you think?

[Once the voice was done Kairi sighed, okay she was pretty sure the voice was finished.]

I haven't really made much of a public announcement since I arrived, but I was getting my bearings and settling in as much as I am able and just when I was about to ask for training... [Before she could even finish the voice was back. She didn't see this coming.]

Young Kairi had her heart set on training every day in order to reach the same level as her friends, the people she cannot help but admire. Makes me wonder if that means she has a cr- [Kairi was quick to speak again to stop that gossip.]

As I was saying before the effects of the egg go back to talking again, I was going to ask if anyone wanted to train weapons with me? I have a lot I need to practice and hone on a lot more than what skill level I am currently at. I know of a place to train and I have found it and trained there, but I like being with other people. It's always nicer, don't you think?

[She smiled slightly before looking over her shoulder, there was something she was focusing on in the background.]

Also, did anyone find an egg that didn't blow up into smoke and has hatched today? Mine turned out to be a goldfish and... I fed it once and it's already slightly bigger. Pretty sure fish do not grow that quickly.

I heard something about a girl with a fish once... Rumour had it she would... [And Kairi waved slightly before quickly switching off.]

[Ace is sitting and staring, brows furrowed a little. This whole situation has really gotten him frustrated. He went from either dying, or being damn close to it, to this. And while he's absolutely fine with not having his life ended, there's no amount of questions that are unanswered and he's worried for the people left behind. He really did screw up, there was so much he could have done differently, so much trouble he could have saved for those who had to suffer because of his choices and convictions. He's not even sure that his attempt to save his brother worked, and he's not certain he can handle not knowing if those left behind will be okay or not.

It's easier to live without regrets when death is actually the end and you don't have to experience any further consequences.

And now, he's got this second chance but it's overwhelming somehow. He's not going to take for granted a round two at life, but where to go from here when everything is so new and different is exhausting to think about. And somehow exciting too. He's got an idea of what he needs to do, but he's still a little in shock about the whole situation.

After about a minute, he realizes that he's been filming himself, and actually decides to speak.]

Okay, so I'm-[Ace stops mid-sentence, and his head rolls back at an awkward angle. And he starts to snore, while the camera just keeps recording. This goes on for quite a while, unfortunately. And then as suddenly as he passed out, he jerks upright again and blinks. It's a confusing day as is, and narcolepsy doesn't help with that.] Damn. Happened again. Anyway, I'm Ace. If you've got any good information that might help a guy out, I might make it worth your while. [He probably won't.]

[Winter persisted, the snowfall continued. It was too cold outside and the very reason Myrrh was picked up by Roland.

She got a lot of sleep in, as manaketes do, but all that time conserving energy left her with a surplus and in need to burn it all off.

Her fiddling with the communicator as she browses it for outside things didn't help things, especially since she turned it on to a public feed. So the camera gets a good view of the young girl's face as she bats her wings boredly, wanting to fly.]

It's still cold and snowing outside... When is it supposed to start getting warn outside again? I can't find the newspaper with the weather...
I think Roland took it...

[An image of Marco, in his blue phoenix form, pops up on the feed. Usually this isn't out of the ordinary, except that he's tied up while attached to a stick and slowly rotating over an open fire. Although it's a bit rainy outside, all this is done underneath a canopy of sorts. The fire isn't raging, rather it's made to burn slowly and evenly. It'll probably last a while.

Fortunately, Marco looks...fine? His face the usual deadpan, it's hard to tell if he's enjoying it or not. But he's not in pain, at least.

The hand turning him over and over is well manicured with a red polish. Who else would it be?]

To those of you who have helped my husband get pumpkin seeds so he could get fattened up: thank you. [The camera pans over to Grell, who had her hair in a high pony tail and wearing a simple white shirt. Her smile is as sharp as ever.] You've been most helpful~!

[Is she going to eat him? Anything is possible with these two.]

[The feed comes on pretty fast, Ash looks a bit tired but grinning. It's pretty obvious he isn't in any of the cities, considering he's managed to climb up some rather tall ruins and is currently looking out over an ocean.]

Marco! This place is so cool, why didn't you tell me you knew all these people!!!

[Greninja pops up and Ash moves aside so that the frog pokemon can croak out his own two cents.]

How exciting! I got an apartment! I’m enjoying all of these mortal luxuries and struggles. It’s fun and educational to have my feet on the ground for once.

Oh, but I have a problem~. See, I’m something of a cupid... and if I don’t make people fall in love and be happy, I’ll get so sick. Does anyone need some love advice...? I can even help you established couples with lovey-dovey miracles, so pleease~?

[This is actually a lie. Caron is just fine health-wise. He’s just bored and wants to mess with some couples.]

[That rasping threat sends chill through Bulla’s body. Heart pounding rapidly, she takes out her device and turns on the video feed. She’s doing what she can to control her breath. Maybe if she times things just right, she can grab Shigaraki’s wrist and snap it before his powers rapidly decompose the flesh on her neck. The camera shows her at an odd angle for a moment, and the view is shaky, despite her best efforts to hide how frightened she is. Her voice, however, is defiant as she hands her phone over to him.]

Tomura Shigaraki lost his phone and thinks threatening to kill someone is a super awesome way to fix that problem. Here. Whatever. Knock yourself out.

Don’t flatter yourself kid.

[Shigaraki hands the device off to someone else that’s never seen on camera as the focus comes to settle on the hand-obscured face of the blue haired man.]

In my world, society is propped up on the backs of heroes. People with powers and abilities that society has deemed good and useful, while those not so lucky to be born gifted in ways that society accepts are expected to languish in the scraps of the chosen.

[As Shigaraki talks, Bulla starts looking for the opportunity to throw him off. Her eyes are darting around the room as she weighs her options. With those powers of his and his hand on her throat, one wrong move could kill her in a matter of seconds.]

And at the center of it all is the ‘pillar of peace and order.’ All Might. Because of All Might, the masses can go about their days, content in the feeling that if anything bad were to happen, All Might would save the day. People turn away from those that society tramples down, labeling them as villains. Well, I’m here to remind you all that nobody is safe.

[He pauses, gesturing to the camera that recenters on Bulla.]

In my time here, I’ve done my homework. There are a few people that have powers rivaling All Might, and this girl is one of them. As you can see, though, she doesn’t look too eager to fight me.

[He flexes the one finger next to her neck that isn’t quite touching her yet. Bulla eyes that finger warily now that the attention is back on her.]

But don’t get the wrong idea, I’m not out to kill anyone. Yet. No, I just want to drive home my point… To all you heroes out there; you’re not going to be able to stop me.


( Content warning for violence using decay powers )

Gee, it sure is a shame my family is moping about instead of enjoying the ocean, Pops' home island, and these lovely lovely sunflower seeds the islanders gave me as payment. Guess I'll just take Sabo and Ash to Pops' grave and only let them share my delicious delicious, oh so filling treats. If only I knew of someone who needs kids to play with, or someone else that likes old ladies that finds giant hair or Pops' sons's extra appealing.

Just think, a perfect island for giant zou-style cat people and phoenixes, and yet no one I know will snap out of it to come appreciate the beauty of hunting vermin and playing on the island all to themselves.

Oh well, I'm sure I can find some crow friends willing to chat to them and the sphinxes. Or maybe I'll just let the Revolutionary Army have the island for a base instead. I'm sure that wouldn't endanger it with Teach hunting Sparky's family, and Edward Jr. convinced I have a hidden pile of treasure somewhere around here. What could possibly go wrong?

If only it was family's responsibility to pull together and help each other out of it!

[Darkly muttered:] Swear this is why I need Ace.

[Starting from from the 18th of August, Leanne has rarely gone home, usually she been spending the day working and then the majority of the night at the After Life, drinking. It was surprising how easy it was to regress to old habits before being reunited with her mate. Tonight was one of those nights were she spent, drinking away.

Leanne sighs as she finishes a shot and sets it down with a loud thud, idly tapping on the counter to order another shot. She realizing that her communicator was on, she goes to look towards it.]

Does anyone know just how to go home? Even for a little bit?

[The other shot was delivered and she goes to down it, shuddering a little.]

I am worried about my people and being away from them for so long. Plus, around this time is important to us and I miss it....

[Another tap on the counter to order yet another shot before she reaches over to turn off the communicator.]

[The video feed clicks on to reveal a cloaked and hooded figure speaking, doing their best to keep their face hidden. From the sound of the voice it's probably female, but it's a bit gruff and growling so it's hard to tell.]

It has been some time since I've worn this form, or last been to this place. I made some enemies and some... acquaintances the last time I was here, but I do not wish to jump to any conclusions. I know people come and go rather readily here, but since the introduction with Miss Schnee and the comm device seem to be the same, I would like to ask if Professor Ozpin is still here.

[He at least, seemed like he would make a trustworthy ally.]

I would also ask if the species name Laguz means anything to any of you. In the meantime I might be looking for work as a bodyguard, hunter, or tracker, if anyone needs such things.

[Rip had surprisingly left the apartment today without having to be dragged out. She was feeling.. restless and couldn't sleep. So, she decided to go for a walk during the day, still dressed in her lovely suits and carrying an umbrella over her shoulder to hide her from the sun. It was on one of her many stops in the park where she heard a certain... rumor.

And then promptly couldn't stop laughing for several minutes.]


Vhere, I von't deny zhat rumor sounds like something I might haf done at one point in my life.....my main question is zhis; Vho is this Thea I vas supposedly vorking vith?  Now I'm just curious to know. 

[Since Espio's arrival on the 3rd, Marco has been unwilling to put the chameleon down or let him out of his sight. Even worse than he gets with Thatch and Ace. After all, he might have trouble holding onto them, but he can usually FIND THEM again, Espio, on the other hand, was in a place Marco had troubles going, and almost no way to pull Espio out. So he'll be damned if he doesn't throw his all into keeping Espio here as long as he can. Probably at the expense of everyone's sanity including his own, however. Someone stage an intervention.]

[Around Attleton, Marco takes his best friend and baby bro to see the sights.]

[And mostly to show off his terrible crow and seagull posses. As you do.]

[Nova gets a short tour because ew skyscrapers are only good for haircuts and landing on.]

[And the Everglade... well.]

So I burned down the building I owned, and you'd have been proud of everyone else. They threw a fit, and deposed me from being a deputy. And now it's a rose garden in Kitten's honor. [Hence the fucking skulls and bloody swords. :|] Turnip farms probably make better sense in Fayren though, yoi.

[The one time Marco lets go of Espio and actually flits away, is to go do illegal shit that Espio would give him a hard time over. As you do. Besides he's hoping Ikki and Leanne can distract him with justice shit so he can go be a pirate okay.]

[TEXTS:]

[OTA:]

My bro from another world just got here from everything-is-an-illusion hell. [Be glad he left out the rest of the details.] Turnip party at the beach! Normal party at the beach this weekend you already know about, but someone throw presents at Namur's face, it's his birthday! ♥

And before you buncha losers whine about the heat, good. Stay home. Volcanic hibernators only! :P

[Locked to Grell]

Pinkie's here, but in a bad way. Go easy on him for a few days. No idea how to handle Ash and him yet. Or even pokemon.

Clothes Have No Purpose

[Note: when I get off mobile this prompt will be edited so that Espio in his original, lizard form! This is due to a change in policy regarding CRAU-gained forms since my last time in game that I was unaware of. It will be pretty much the same, just with more nudity!]

[Well, Espio's at least half paid attention to what he's been told. The problem is, many months of living in an unstable reality, complete with illusions and unreality pockets that just happen to have included entire cities in the past mean he's frankly quite sure nothing is real anyway. Therefore, what is the point of paying attention?

Now, he could prioritise finding people from Between, who probably are here somewhere just as they were in the last several unreality pockets, or...

Yeah. It's hot. More importantly, that's actual sunshine. Illusion or not, that's something Espio can at least appreciate... which means, rather than do anything else that would be sensible to do, he's just gonna scoot himself up the side of a tall building no reasonable person would climb, find himself a sunny rooftop with convenient shade to duck into when it gets too much, discard half his clothing and chuck himself down to lie on his stomach.

Perfect.

Yes, that does mean he's wearing only a pair of pants with the legs pulled up, but given that he still thinks clothes are unnecessary, the humans around here should be grateful he's kept them on at all.

Look. He might look human, but he's a lizard, and if there's sun you're damn right he's gonna lie in it. Figuring out what this illusion is doing can wait for a bit - they've become almost normal, and they do tend to be a little more pleasant than reality...]



Network/Text

[When he gets the chance, ducked out of the sun, Espio takes a glance at the network. He recognises approximately no-one, which is a little unsettling, and he's definitely spotted a trend... moaning about the heat.]

Who are all you people?

Not that it matters.

Look, can you quit complaining about the sun? You should be grateful you even have one in the first place!