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DOWNTIME MINGLE #8
DOWNTIME MINGLE #8
βΆ 001. WINNER'S CIRCLE
In light of everyone's recent help with both the ocean exploration and the clinical trials, the Outsiders will return one day to a surprisingly well-decorated area within the mess hall at the Kyoto base. It's been adorned with some of the flowers that have wildly bloomed on the outskirts of the city in various areas, as well as those that the researchers had been personally working on fostering in the LILITH greenhouses. Beneath it will be not a pizza party for once, and charcuterie and other donated food items will be there for Outsiders to enjoy. There is even some recognizable cuisine from Egypt for them as well!
While Neo Tokyo has always been noted as being a city of technology (even with their dwindling resources), a new trend of collecting swords has sparked in the city. Maybe they've seen it in certain Outsiders, but the idea of both collecting swords, displaying them, or even holding exhibitions for them have become more common. Some have even taken to hunting for them in the wild.
If any Outsiders are interested, there appears to be several posts online in which they think older blades may be laying in sleep. But, as with most rumors, there's no guarantee it isn't a wild goose chase.
On TV, the new spring line up is out. A new live action series featuring a group of friends who fight kaiju using mecha has made its debut. Their mecha are animal themed and can combine to create a super mecha. The new lead is a hot headed female character with a lion mecha, which spawns a line of action figures in stores across the city. The lion mecha is the most popular and often resold online for inflated prices. Maybe an Outsider can get their hands on one without paying the scalping fee?
Oftentimes when it comes to the Outsiders and the general masses, there's a distinct disconnect. Which is why it all seems to hinge on rumors and hearsay. Who knows where the information stems from, but they heard a certain Outsider has a liking for bread. There will be no shortage of bread sponsorships for the base, though... some may be far more experimental. However, some claim lab-grown bread may actually be tastier? Only one way to put it to the test. The lab-grown bread conveniently also comes in cans.
GOOD JOB:Thanks to the Outsidersβ hard work, they are met with positive reception by the general public, which seems to have grown astronomically since the past two missions. This has only grown from their recent success abroad. Per usual, there are a few oddities that have caught on in the city.
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While Neo Tokyo has always been noted as being a city of technology (even with their dwindling resources), a new trend of collecting swords has sparked in the city. Maybe they've seen it in certain Outsiders, but the idea of both collecting swords, displaying them, or even holding exhibitions for them have become more common. Some have even taken to hunting for them in the wild.
If any Outsiders are interested, there appears to be several posts online in which they think older blades may be laying in sleep. But, as with most rumors, there's no guarantee it isn't a wild goose chase.
On TV, the new spring line up is out. A new live action series featuring a group of friends who fight kaiju using mecha has made its debut. Their mecha are animal themed and can combine to create a super mecha. The new lead is a hot headed female character with a lion mecha, which spawns a line of action figures in stores across the city. The lion mecha is the most popular and often resold online for inflated prices. Maybe an Outsider can get their hands on one without paying the scalping fee?
Oftentimes when it comes to the Outsiders and the general masses, there's a distinct disconnect. Which is why it all seems to hinge on rumors and hearsay. Who knows where the information stems from, but they heard a certain Outsider has a liking for bread. There will be no shortage of bread sponsorships for the base, though... some may be far more experimental. However, some claim lab-grown bread may actually be tastier? Only one way to put it to the test. The lab-grown bread conveniently also comes in cans.
βΆ 002. FROM SUMER WITH LOVE.
Around the same time, a few LILITH employees show signs of a common cold β nothing noteworthy at first really, if only out-of-season. But then the disease starts spreading at an alarming rate within the headquarters, its symptoms evolving from a mere cold to a severe life-threatening flu. Preliminary analysis reveals the disease to be unlike any known on this planet β perhaps this is why no medicines work. Symptoms include chest pain, trouble breathing, nausea, excessive vomiting and diarrhea, chills and high fever.
To make matters worse, news from LILITH locations around the world reveal all known bases to be afflicted by the same mysterious epidemic, only affecting LILITH staff and not Outsiders at this time. This cannot be a coincidence: LILITH is under attack.. but how is something like this possible?
As researchers race to try and understand the disease, LILITH will request everyone to quarantine themselves on base for the safety of the public. Gradually, the disease spreads across the base only for tests to reveal: the Outsiders are left unaffected.
As the month progresses, more and more of LILITHβs employees find themselves bedridden with the deadly disease until by the 30th of May, only Outsiders are left standing and healthy; all the LILITH crew has been affected. The civilian population outside the base is safe for now, but for how long? Unless something is done, it is estimated all humans working for LILITH will be dead by late June.
Seok Dang tried to stay on the line, but all that was heard was gut-wretching vomiting, to which SYNTHIA promptly cuts his connection. Sorry about that.
It is up to the Outsiders to find the source of the disease and resolve the crisis before all hope is lost. Is this somehow related to those Outsiders who recently disappeared? Wait, arenβt there a few Outsiders here who have seen this flu before and can recognize itβ¦?
To make matters worse, news from LILITH locations around the world reveal all known bases to be afflicted by the same mysterious epidemic, only affecting LILITH staff and not Outsiders at this time. This cannot be a coincidence: LILITH is under attack.. but how is something like this possible?
As researchers race to try and understand the disease, LILITH will request everyone to quarantine themselves on base for the safety of the public. Gradually, the disease spreads across the base only for tests to reveal: the Outsiders are left unaffected.
As the month progresses, more and more of LILITHβs employees find themselves bedridden with the deadly disease until by the 30th of May, only Outsiders are left standing and healthy; all the LILITH crew has been affected. The civilian population outside the base is safe for now, but for how long? Unless something is done, it is estimated all humans working for LILITH will be dead by late June.
"Greetings, my children. Worry not. I come here to report some concerning news: both Captain Yamakawa and Commander Shiro have fallen gravely ill. Since I am an A.I assistant, my health is optimal. Seok Dang has also fallen ill, though he is still in denial of it. I will do my best to take care of each and every one ofβ "
"BULLSHIT!! This is nothing! I've had hangovers worse than this, you hear me? Calm your terabyte-tits, bitch. I'm here. There ain't nothin' that is gonna stop me, in fact, with the higher ups feelin' like shit, that would put me in command, right? W-Wait, hold that thought, I.. feel like I'm gonna throw up."
Seok Dang tried to stay on the line, but all that was heard was gut-wretching vomiting, to which SYNTHIA promptly cuts his connection. Sorry about that.
It is up to the Outsiders to find the source of the disease and resolve the crisis before all hope is lost. Is this somehow related to those Outsiders who recently disappeared? Wait, arenβt there a few Outsiders here who have seen this flu before and can recognize itβ¦?
βΆ 003. LIVIN' LA VIDA LOCKDOWN.
While everyone is quarantined on base, they are encouraged to communicate with each other through the network. During this time, they can do research, share ideas, and try to figure out what is happening as the disease spreads across base and around the world.
While they are in lock down, LILITH encourages the Outsiders to pick up some new hobbies and interests to keep themselves active. They will have access to various workout videos. Some of the videos are hosted by cyborg coaches that expect Outsiders to do things with their bodies that probably aren't physically possible. Other Outsiders might get simple ovens and jars of suspicious "starters" to bake. Of course, there are other hobbies like growing miniature artificial plants, board games, virtual reality games, and more to keep them interested while they're trapped inside!
After about a week, when it becomes obvious the Outsiders are unaffected, they will be allowed to leave their rooms and roam freely to assist. LILITH does not understand why they are not affected but they are depending on the Outsiders for help now more than ever.
Though they are free to wander and seem to be immune for the time being, LILITH warns if they experience any cold-like symptoms, they should report their status and quarantine immediately.
While they are in lock down, LILITH encourages the Outsiders to pick up some new hobbies and interests to keep themselves active. They will have access to various workout videos. Some of the videos are hosted by cyborg coaches that expect Outsiders to do things with their bodies that probably aren't physically possible. Other Outsiders might get simple ovens and jars of suspicious "starters" to bake. Of course, there are other hobbies like growing miniature artificial plants, board games, virtual reality games, and more to keep them interested while they're trapped inside!
After about a week, when it becomes obvious the Outsiders are unaffected, they will be allowed to leave their rooms and roam freely to assist. LILITH does not understand why they are not affected but they are depending on the Outsiders for help now more than ever.
Though they are free to wander and seem to be immune for the time being, LILITH warns if they experience any cold-like symptoms, they should report their status and quarantine immediately.
βΆ 004. AFTERWORD + SPECIAL NOTE.
Welcome to May's downtime mingle! All tags on this log are worth 2 points.
The June Event is a player plot that is going to differ from regular events in a few ways: Outsiders have to find the location for the next Kaiju fight on their own using hints given in the From Sumer With Love prompt, and correlating them with the past and ongoing disappearance of various Outsiders. They can use LILITHβs equipment to look for anomalies across the globe, however there is not enough time to scan or contact every region in the world. Outsiders need to guess where the anomaly likely is before they can get confirmation. There is a PLOTTING post for this event over here.
Furthermore, they will have to reach this destination through their own means as there is no LILITH staff left to fly them there. Vehicles can be requisitioned, but will have to be flown by Outsiders on their own. This also means Outsiders are free to stay behind at the base if they prefer, as nobody will force them to go. Pain-relieving medicines can also be developed if the true nature of the disease is found and the appropriate characters work on it, though nothing short of defeating the anomaly will solve this crisis and save everyone.
Last but not least: this event will have two Kaiju battles, one on each log as well as many different challenges the Outsiders will have to solve on their own if they want to save LILITH and bring home their missing friends! Please use this thread to ask questions and offer your proposals as to what the Outsiders should do (location guessing, transport, etc). Proposals made in this thread will affect the first and second prompts of the first log.
The June Event is a player plot that is going to differ from regular events in a few ways: Outsiders have to find the location for the next Kaiju fight on their own using hints given in the From Sumer With Love prompt, and correlating them with the past and ongoing disappearance of various Outsiders. They can use LILITHβs equipment to look for anomalies across the globe, however there is not enough time to scan or contact every region in the world. Outsiders need to guess where the anomaly likely is before they can get confirmation. There is a PLOTTING post for this event over here.
Furthermore, they will have to reach this destination through their own means as there is no LILITH staff left to fly them there. Vehicles can be requisitioned, but will have to be flown by Outsiders on their own. This also means Outsiders are free to stay behind at the base if they prefer, as nobody will force them to go. Pain-relieving medicines can also be developed if the true nature of the disease is found and the appropriate characters work on it, though nothing short of defeating the anomaly will solve this crisis and save everyone.
Last but not least: this event will have two Kaiju battles, one on each log as well as many different challenges the Outsiders will have to solve on their own if they want to save LILITH and bring home their missing friends! Please use this thread to ask questions and offer your proposals as to what the Outsiders should do (location guessing, transport, etc). Proposals made in this thread will affect the first and second prompts of the first log.
EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. WINNER'S CIRCLE: The heavy hitters/KO winners of the last kaiju fight receive their sponsorships and inspire new trends, including an interest in collecting swords, a new live action series (like Power Rangers), and free bread.
2. FROM SUMER WITH LOVE: A mysterious disease spreads across LILITH's bases. The symptoms are like the common cold/flu but much more severe. There is currently no cure. Outsiders seem to be immune to the disease. After quarantining, they are encouraged to investigate and come up with plans for the battle to come.
3. LIVIN' LA VIDA LOCKDOWN: While on lockdown, Outsiders are encouraged to try some new hobbies. They can also communicate through the network and do research to uncover additional clues and come up with more plans.
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Very much so. But the First Carrier Division's flagship shouldn't debase herself...
STILL, this is Akagi, and whatever Akagi wants to do Kaga is always going to support her without question. After Akagi's latest set Kaga announces her entry to the room with a light knock. She's carrying a tray loaded down with a gently steaming tea pot, earthen cups, honey, sugar, and some light snacks. ]
You should take a break, Nee-sama.
[ Setting the tray down on the room's desk Kaga proceeds to pour the tea out expertly, not a drop spilt, the levels perfect so one can pick it up without concern of splash. A pleasant flowery aroma comes off the cups. ]
Chamomile and honey. For your voice. [ She explains without prompting, adding the honey into Akagi's cup and mixing it. ] Would you care for sugar, Nee-sama.
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[Rock is a lady's modesty, Kaga. No debasment is going on here! Only artistic expression~.
ANYWAY! Akagi cuts the feed for now as Kaga announces herself. Red eyes crinkle up to show the smile hidden underneath Akagi's mask as the scent of her sister and pleasant notes of tea waft over to Aka-chan.]
Sugar would be lovely, thank you, Kaga.
[Her instrument gets put to the side for now as she shifts herself over towards Kaga. Are the foxes sitting rather pretty right now while quarantined?
Almost certainly!]
Why don't you give singing a try, dear sister?
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[ Kaga knows Akagi means well with the suggestion... and sure Kaga enjoys singing on her own time, but letting other people hear? Being a focus point of attention for reasons other than her martial prowess? Nooooo thank you.
No, Kaga's best off as a warrior and loyal right hand. And as Akagi's loyal right hand she of course knows the exact amount of sugar her sister prefers in her tea. Once it's added and stirred in she takes up the cup and offers it to her sister. ]
The spotlight's no place for a woman like me. It's best left on someone who shines as brightly as yourself.
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[She goes ahead and slides up next to Kaga, nice and close. Her hands reached out to take the teacup, making certainly that her fingers and palms brush up against, and light cover, Kaga's.]
Much like a fleet, the strength of a band is everyone playing together as one to make each other shine in unison~. It's a wonderful form of teamwork... of love.
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[ Singing as a collaborative effort with Akagi? Ah, that has appeal! Just another battlefield in which Kaga can show to the world that when she and her sister set to something together that no-one else can compare to them. It's tempting. Especially with the warmth of Akagi's hand brushing against her own in that moment she retrieves the teacup. ]
Although... [ Her ears pin flat as a thought strikes her, her lips turning downwards in an annoyed frown. ] Between that Sukuna bastard and the damned turtle, I've about had my fill of any attention. Evenly split with a band or not.
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[Akagi teased, slowly retracting her hands from Kaga's and the offered cup. Baiting Kaga to chase after her.
Or at least get a small rise out of her sister.]
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[ Not only does Kaga chase after Akagi's hand, she does something unexpected! With her metal arm she very carefully grasps onto Akagi's wrist to arrest her movements, allowing her to press the teacup securely into her hand.
And gosh look at that, Kaga's smiling about it. Recent Eventsβ’ with a certain four armed lout has put some confidence into her, apparently. Or boldness at least. ]
You're "Akagi-sama." That makes you the exception to most things, does it not?
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Such sweet words, Kaga.
[And she's even building up Akagi's ego! Someone help, Akagi's heart can only take so much!]
You're making my heart race.
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Mmm? That's not surprising. It's the curse of being passionate.
[ She says it with an honest to Creator giggle and lets go of Akagi's wrist. ]
Your heart is always racing from something, Nee-sama. Although I'm always glad when it happens to be my actions that cause it.
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[At least she has control over these said passions!?]
Yet, my heart always races whenever you're nearby, Kaga.
[Her own tails happily twist and entwine together with Kaga's in response! Gosh, so much for isolation!]
Whatever am I to do with these feelings?
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Little wonder I'm most at ease at your side then, I suppose.
[ Not only does Kaga not reject the fluffy entwining, her own tails move with a second nature to return the favor. Isolation means little in Kaga's mind, they're KAN-SEN, it's not like they can get sick. Even if that weren't the case, no illness would keep her from Akagi's side. ]
Perhaps you should channel it into your music. Is that not what all the greatest musicians do when their passion boils over?
[ A far better option than say, going to a person you can barely stand's home to play shogi and drink all because you're in the worst mood you've been in in months... that kind of decision is bound to lead to regrettable choices. Not that Kaga knows ANYTHING about that...
Anyway! Kaga does allow her smile to slip as she lets out a sigh. ]
Though if it were my decision, we'd be channeling such energy into searching for a way to get Ereshkigal-chan back... we're KAN-SEN, damn it, we don't need to be quarantined