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DOWNTIME MINGLE #4

DOWNTIME MINGLE #4


CONTENT WARNINGS: suggestive themes, egg hatching, parenthood.

▶ 001. WINNERS CIRCLE.

During this time period, the Outsiders would typically have been met with a makeshift party with poorly placed balloons and streamers. However, this time it’s just a bulletin board with the following message scrawled out on it:
GOOD JOB:
LOREMIPSUM (K.O.)
REDMIST (600)
NICE TOY (600)
RISK (599)
Even though the mission was a partial success, there are still sponsors who were impressed with the actions of the recognized Outsiders. They also believe those who have contributed are still able to provide relief to the people, and should not be criticized too harshly due to their efforts.

In light of this, the base will have an increase of various lab-made spices delivered by a certain sauce company that heard a certain Outsider has a preference for spicy food. Apparently, the spices pair perfectly with their lab-made chicken.

Maybe it’s a coincidence with a certain network name but the Nice Toy Company also endorses the base and creates a whole line of toy guns in the airsoft and BB variety which replicate antique guns that any collector would salivate over! These are distributed on base and can be seen sold at many stores in Neo Tokyo. There has also been an influx of people who are passionate about fitness and training, sparking a trend for those who work out in bunny outfits. Supposedly, it’s something they’ve seen in a prior battle with the kaiju and so the workout is full of intense cardio, and even bunny hops.

Makima’s face will be found on several brands of what appears to be packaged dog food, however it is unclear if it is really dog food or not. Either way, several hundreds of packages have been delivered to base and are stored as “emergency rations.” Everyone on base is free to grab a snack or two at any time!

For those Outsiders worrying about whether or not they'll be docked pay for only taking down one Imugi instead of both, worry no more! Everyone will wake up one morning with a notification that 300,000 KRYPTOS (~2100 USD) have been deposited into their account. It seems pulling double shifts at their civilian jobs won't be necesssary...


▶ 002. PROJECT EGG.

With the last mission ending in the retrieval of the Imugi eggs, the research teams have been left with one major question: what will they do with them? After some initial discussions, it has been decided that they would keep the eggs and attempt to raise them into maturity in order to see if they could garner more insight into not just the kaiju itself, but of their abilities. It is also their desire to see what the relationship between kaijus and the rifts are, and they believe this would be the best opportunity to do so.

The only caveat to this, however, is who would care for them in the meantime? From previously documented research, they found that kaiju eggs are not easy to raise, especially those who mirror lizard-like creatures. They need special attention that exceeds that of what people would typically expect from egg-rearing. Due to this, LILITH is asking for help from the Outsiders to temporarily tend to the eggs. The Outsiders will be working in shifts to watch the eggs, and are expected to care for them properly. It is noted that for kaiju who have been separated from their mothers, the chances of them hatching are very slim, and so they are not expecting each and every egg to hatch. They are, however, expecting Outsiders to put forth their best efforts in spite of that. At least, it’s one less thing to be blamed for.

Outsiders are expected to sign up for egg raising shifts and will get a single egg to care for. They are to be with the egg at all times during their shift, and negligence will not be tolerated. Occasionally, the staff will send drones to check in and also deliver food items and energy drinks in order to ensure that the eggs are being properly cared for. Eating or destroying the eggs is prohibited.

Coming up with names, however, is encouraged, and Seok Dang has even set up a small contest for it....


▶ 003. OPEN FORUM.

As soon as the order is delivered for them to take care of the eggs, a new download will be prompted on everyone’s oculars. It comes suddenly and without any real explanation. When it loads in, people will find that it appears to look like the “forums” of old. They have various topics already posted, including a bolded one that remains pinned at the top of everyone’s oculars labeled “PARENTING FOR DUMMIES.”

When anyone clicks on it, or even allows their eyes to linger on it for too long, it will automatically open. The explanation at the top is as follows:

I see what you all look up in your free time and I think you could use the help.

Who wrote this cryptic message? Their identity has been kept anonymous, but it seems clear that Outsiders are meant to utilize this to field any questions in regards to the eggs they have been ordered to care for. Some of the questions already include “do I keep them warm by sitting on them?” and “what can I do to provide further enrichment?”

While most of these topics pertain to parenting, if one exits the parenting tab, they will find the forum is entirely opened up for other topics as well, including a GENERAL chat, and a thread created by Seok Dang called “AITA.” Apparently, this was all the rage once upon a time.

[ Note: Feel free to use this not only to discuss parenting, but also to discuss any other topics Outsiders may want to engage in. You can use the code below, or do it without! ]


EVERLIGHT

REVELATION

BRIMSTONE

REDEMPTION



▶ 004. AFTERWORD.

Welcome to our fourth downtime mingle! For the naming contest, we are limiting submissions to one name per character. This is entirely for fun and there is no obligation to participate.

We decided to keep the mingle lighter this time due to the number of player events ongoing. Please do check out the SPA UPGRADE and the ROYAL GALA also occurring this month. Big thanks to Sky and Bijou for organizing these! Additionally, the LOCATIONS page has been updated with both Kyoto and Okinawa. Characters may now visit those locations at any time.

All tags on this log are worth 2 points.


EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. WINNER'S CIRCLE: The heavy hitters/KO winners of the last kaiju fight receive their sponsorships, including spices, BB guns, training videos, and fancy dog food.

2. PROJECT EGG: Outsiders are tasked with caring for and attempting to hatch the Imugi eggs salvaged from Seoul. They are encouraged to try a variety of methods in order to get the eggs to hatch, as no data currently exists. Not all eggs will survive.

3. OPEN FORUM: Outsiders are provided with an open parenting forum to ask for and exchange egg raising advice. However, a certain someone seems to have also included a general forum for Outsiders to discuss whatever they wish....

thundercrashes: (fox fire)

@sanda

[personal profile] thundercrashes 2024-09-18 06:21 pm (UTC)(link)
[Ah... Manjoume can confidently say that he has never killed anyone, but the first half of the post hits Manjoume in a way that he is actually very uncomfortably familiar with...]

Did someone tell you that you had done these things, or did you find some kind of evidence that points to this being the case?
bemist: (No opiates to send me into outer space)

[personal profile] bemist 2024-09-18 06:25 pm (UTC)(link)
I'm hardly ever in my room. I just felt like coming out here for a while.

[ it'd be noisy no matter where she went. ]
redsoil: (pic#17320907)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 06:28 pm (UTC)(link)
[ it's ok, he's not without his own schemes for her <3 ]

The influences of humanity definitely did. Anxiety is a human trait, not a divine one. Whether she was prevented from socializing or not, it is not divinity that has caused her the grief and insecurity and worries that she has. And "poorly socialized" is not an excuse. We have a duty to the world, regardless of our personal feelings.

Ereshkigal is the Queen of Kur, @ fishfearme. I just want her to remember that beacuse she was made for her role, she doesn't have to prove anything to anyone!
thundercrashes: (ojama country)

[personal profile] thundercrashes 2024-09-18 06:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Manjoume submits "Armed Dragon of Thunder", "Thunder" for short as a nickname.

Because of course he's going to name it after his own nickname and one of his best cards.
likemybooks: <user name = jessecuster site = insanejournal.com> (pensive)

babysitters

[personal profile] likemybooks 2024-09-18 06:38 pm (UTC)(link)
[Taryon should not be in charge of a baby, much less an egg. His pet robots are sturdy and are fine if they are left on their own for a few hours, but a raising a living being has a much higher challenge rating. And yet, he has been tasked with finding ways to keep it warm and held, in case love is the secret ingredient.

With his magic, he manages to infuse a blanket with a heating spell that lasts an hour in lieu of a thermal blanket. The subtle magical energy would do some good for the monsters, and with all of those blackouts over the summer, its energy source is more reliable. Also, Taryon does not trust those battery-powered ones to be safe.]


There you are. [Taryon catches Raleigh outside, and he approaches the man and the egg while holding the square blanket by the corners.] Use this if you're going to bring it outside. It might be too cold.
thundercrashes: (ojama yellow)

brimstone 009

[personal profile] thundercrashes 2024-09-18 06:40 pm (UTC)(link)
[opening his door upon hearing this noise]

What the hell is going on out here!?
redsoil: (pic#16427629)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Happiness is secondary to surviving to experience it.

All right, though. Since this is going to be "a thing" whether or not we want it to be, our task is to once again ensure we receive the maximum benefit for our labors. Our goal is to have a maximum number of imugi that associate with us positively. Rather than worry about the caretaking shifts and pre-hatch influences, we ought to devise a robust domestication protocol.

Most beasts are intelligent enough to recognize that when their needs are met, they have little cause to become territorial and aggressive. Unless the kaiju have a specific disposition for human-directed hostility, we should be able to accomplish that. And if they do, well. We can still benefit from studies.


[ hi, he's also got nerd genes in him ]
redsoil: (pic#17385153)

please dont make me haggle sampo

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:30 pm (UTC)(link)
I will be building an incredible fundraising event from the ground up, inspired by your idea — so, I think it fair that we split our proceeds appropriately. Sixty-forty, in my favor. Honestly, would have said fifty-fifty, but I plan on using my share toward resources for Outsiders and would not presume to ask you to do the same with yours.

[ So, he wants the 60%, because within that, he'll be working to better the Outsiders' kaiju-hunting. Sampo can just have the money for his own pleasure. <3 ]
thundercrashes: (bokoichi the frightening car)

@sanda, 03

[personal profile] thundercrashes 2024-09-18 07:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Don't add any carrots.

Carrots are awful.


[Instead of offering an idea of what else should be added, he responds with this. Very helpful, Manjoume.]
redsoil: (pic#16810984)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:43 pm (UTC)(link)
[ In contrast, Set is a powderkeg of indignation and annoyance...... ]

I am not JUST volunteering to yell at them to no end, I am DOING something about it.
redsoil: (pic#16461518)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:46 pm (UTC)(link)
THI!!!!S IS! MEDJED!!!!!!!!!!

>> IMG.ATTACHMENT
Edited 2024-09-18 19:47 (UTC)
redsoil: (pic#17385153)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:51 pm (UTC)(link)
No, no. We are not together romantically.
siffriend: (057)

[personal profile] siffriend 2024-09-18 07:52 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Yes, making eye contact, uncertain as it is -- which does mean Elysium can see the surprise that lights up his dark blue eye, the pink in his cheeks before Siffrin pulls his hat over his face in embarrassment.

Wait, answer the question-- ]


Um. I danced. With a couple of people, after I remembered how to. Yes. Do you want to.






[ Help. ]
redsoil: (pic#16255826)

[personal profile] redsoil 2024-09-18 07:53 pm (UTC)(link)
Depending on WHICH Meridian, you could have either been politely escorted back to your city or destroyed utterly. Obviously!

[ they know the who's who of who would do which thing ]

Do you want to meet up for a little while and we can discuss our targets?
yormama: (we will find the cutest puppy)

[personal profile] yormama 2024-09-18 08:02 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Her tails catch Yor's eye immediately. She doesn't comment on them out loud, but she's blushing and squealing over them in her head. That's too cute. Much too cute! ]

That's wonderful, miss! How long did it take you to learn how to make such dishes? I'm still learning myself.
fursuit: (① caquixtoctli.)

[personal profile] fursuit 2024-09-18 08:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Your boy Liem was definitely on the "politely escort" side of things, which was funny. I liked him.

[ rip liem hope you're doing well in the ether or whatever ]

But yeah, sure. I was getting ready to make some lunch if you want to join.
yormama: (gonna need our thinkin caps girls)

[personal profile] yormama 2024-09-18 08:05 pm (UTC)(link)
Ohhh, that could work! I've considered getting a baby sling that I can wear around myself, but I worry I might bump into things too much.
blastedass: by blastedass @ dreamwidth (💥 Warm winter wonderland.)

[personal profile] blastedass 2024-09-18 09:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[Someone got more talkative. Is that another encouragement from others or does Raidou get more comfortable chatting when he's resting? Katsuki leans forward to look at the book as Raidou tilts it for his view. Not a bad idea either...]

Hn. That's similar to what I wanted to do with the medical herbs.

[He isn't sure a beach environment is a good place for the kinds of plants he was looking for, but a greenhouse constructed there would work. Besides, those fruit trees and groves didn't seem to mind the waters around them either.]

So you're making yourself the right person for it.

[Learning how to grow plants and take care of a grove is a good application of his time and effort. Katsuki finds that impressive. Someone willing to better himself even outside his own comfort is admirable.]

You wanna team up for this? [A rare offering.] If we can use Okinawa for food and medicine, that'll help the city and the Outsiders.
transmit: (pic#17319178)

[personal profile] transmit 2024-09-18 09:20 pm (UTC)(link)
Hmmmm.

[ staring at her… fixedly… then, looking at if a realisation's dawned on him. ]

I never got a chance to say it, did I? But congratulations.

[ :) ]
blastedass: by blastedass @ dreamwidth (💥 Naaanda?)

[personal profile] blastedass 2024-09-18 09:21 pm (UTC)(link)
[When LILITH puts its productive efforts to work, they're fairly successful. Plus they waffle on the level of intent they put on the Outsider's happiness. Building them a spa on base contrasts a lot to their blaming accusation earlier over a failure on their part they themselves didn't want to address...

Bakugo's peace and quiet is shattered by a voice he hasn't heard before. Don't people realizes eyes closed, head back, mouth shut = RESTING, DO NOT DISTURB, FUCK OFF?! If someone looks comfortable as they are, why disturb them?! Ugh... friendly people.]


It's a bath. What'd ya expect, a fight?
bemist: (I think I'll get out of here)

[personal profile] bemist 2024-09-18 09:21 pm (UTC)(link)
... On what?

[ sir do you really want to do this ]
transmit: (pic#17319168)

[personal profile] transmit 2024-09-18 09:23 pm (UTC)(link)
Awful in an "I'm allergic" kind of way or awful in an "I'm a picky eater and can't just pick out the carrots myself" kind of way?

Giving you the benefit of doubt.
transmit: (pic#17157466)

1/2

[personal profile] transmit 2024-09-18 09:24 pm (UTC)(link)
[ yeah ]
transmit: (pic#17157463)

[personal profile] transmit 2024-09-18 09:25 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, you know.

[ he's going to give it a minute with a meaningful smile. does Gebura need longer than that? ]
bemist: (You can't take me for a ride)

[personal profile] bemist 2024-09-18 09:31 pm (UTC)(link)
[ She's just staring at him flatly. ]

Go ahead. Finish what you started.