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Empatheias Events ([personal profile] empevents) wrote in [community profile] empatheias_ooc2016-09-18 12:53 pm
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TEST DRIVE: OCTOBER

— TEST DRIVE: OCTOBER —


Welcome to [community profile] empatheias' test drive meme. This test drive is to help interested players test their characters in the game's environment. We've included a few prompts that incorporate specific elements of the game, though you'll find all of them have a lot of leeway for players to get as creative as necessary. Before diving in, here are a few things we'd like to remind everyone about the game in general:

  • Date reminders. Reserves open Saturday, September 24 and Applications (Canon | OC) open Saturday, October 1st.

  • OC Reminder! Just a quick reminder that original characters are currently allowed. Those interested can also use the test drive. OCs do not need to be reserved.

  • Emotions are key! Empatheias' premise focuses on how anyone's emotions can affect their environment, be it big or small. While not every emotion will cause a reaction, significant ones definitely will. How much effect a character will have will ultimately be up to you, the player. Also, while we're giving a lot of leeway for the test drive, keep in mind that there will be some limits in the actual game.

  • Everyone has an amulet. All characters have a unique amulet that is specialized for them. It will contain all of their emotion drops and it serves as the network device. Remember, communication is telepathic. Otherwise, it works basically the same.

  • Assume the character is already in the game. Because "OMG WHERE AM I IS THIS REAL LIFE" threads aren't going to be very helpful in this test drive! Plus those are going to happen in-game, anyway. So to make things easier, just assume that they've been around at least a week or so. Still learning the ropes, but not a complete "first day" experience.

  • First or third person allowed. Your threads can be in either first or third, but we'd advise being flexible about it. Remember, these threads can also be used in your application for samples! Reminder: We only require one sample and it can be done in either format. We have also made a change to our sample requirements, so look over the Applications page!

Now with that out of the way, here are some prompts you guys can work from!


PROMPTS

• Prompt A: How about giving the emotions a try?

• Prompt B: Refer to the Task Board and choose a task your character may be interested in taking up. For this prompt, you could have your character ask for help, already be in the middle of the job, or react to it in some way. Perhaps they were an unfortunate victim or want to create a job countering an existing one. You could even have a prompt making a job request. Creating jobs for the purpose of the test drive is absolutely doable.

• Prompt C: How about giving the amulets a go? Start a telepathic conversation and see how it works. Remember, the amulets are sending out the owner's thoughts so might want to be careful about how the stream of consciousness goes...

• Prompt D: The increased exposure to Shaarnathian culture has prompted many in Verens to attempt to pick up on the discipline of Dunamis. The interest has become something of a popular trend, resulting in small businesses focusing around teaching the skill to those who are interested. Unfortunately, this doesn’t often go well for those who have lived on Empatheias for most of their life and relied so heavily on technology instead. In the seedier and more dubious schools this sometimes winds up disastrous, or outrageous in weird and interesting ways.

One particularly seedy school seems to take to the hands off approach, leaving their students alone to practice in an outside arena full of gourds of all sorts and sizes. Some also seem like they’ve gone quite rotten, resulting in a strange pungent odor. This goes about as well as expected when a particularly … enthusiastic … and poorly trained student manages to implode every last one into a glorious mess that rockets high into the sky.

Now half the shopping district is covered in various states of rotting gourd, and absolutely no one is happy about it. Nothing is spared, shops, stalls, and worst of all, the shoppers. Perhaps you’re one of the unfortunate victims of this mess, or you’re ready to help start the stinky cleanup.


• Prompt E: Someone is setting up a maze in the cornfield for kids and has run into an infestation that needs to be taken care of, but the bugs must be tackled in pairs because they're tricky bastards. They're a new species that not only releases a type of gas that makes one feel sluggish and apathetic, but they also "feed" off emotions. They're otherwise harmless, but it does make capture difficult. Since the use of pesticide is prohibited, the current tactic is for one person to act as "bait" while the other is armed with a special gun that shoots out a special paralyzing webbing. However, the shooter must stay hidden, and keep their emotions unnoticeable, or the bug will catch wind and will flee. After capture, they're thrown off the island. They're like roaches, no one wants them. In fact they also look like roaches. Still unwanted. Other tactics could be employed, but keep in mind that the farmers would like their crop to come out unharmed. Any damage incurred will come out of your pocket.


• Prompt F: A new acting troupe have established themselves in Verens, with a few new aspiring actors from Shaarnath. Through the use of Dunamis, the plays have become more lively and interactive. Most have welcomed them, but there are some groups who adhere to the "classic" way of acting, which can cause some tension.

  • The troupe are advertising themselves on various street corners and parks, all dressed in bright, colorful clothing! But instead of a regular play, they are beckoning others to join them in various impromptu acts. Action, comedy, romance, tragedy—anything goes! So what do you say, care to join? You can even pull in or shove the person next to you forward instead. Remember to put some feeling into it! Bonus: The scene may require some dunamis for prop work. Try it out!

  • Perhaps you're one of the people siding with the classic actors. Or maybe you just don't like plays in general. There's a bucket of tomatoes just waiting to be thrown. Even better, the angrier you are, the more rotten and sour the fruit will be.

Feel free to combine the scenarios and add whatever you'd like.


• Prompt G: Make your own! It could include peanut butter and/or jelly.


For your threads, put the Character Name and the Canon in the subject line to help readily identify them. You're also welcome to use more than one prompt for respondents to choose from. If you have any questions or want to brush up on the game information, refer to the Game Information entry. Otherwise, tag around and have fun!
princesswhatshername: (You Know You Do)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 06:51 pm (UTC)(link)
I had no idea such magic existed! Can you change into other clothes?
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Ehehee)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 07:18 pm (UTC)(link)
Sorry, the magic only comes with the one outfit.

[ He gives her this sheepish smile. ]
princesswhatshername: (Look In Your Eyes Is)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 08:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh.

[Giving it a once-over.]

... Well, I think it looks very nice! I mean, it's certainly unique.
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Smile)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 08:18 pm (UTC)(link)
[ he hopes this wasn't considered rude, but he crouches down until he has one knee to the ground so he could be eye level with her. She seemed rather pleasant and it gave him a warm smile. ]

Thank you Miss. I'm not really the best with style, but it's good to know I don't look too weird.
princesswhatshername: (The Night Will Weave Its)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 08:22 pm (UTC)(link)
Not at all! I've seen much weirder!

[that's, um, a compliment, really.]

Are you a mage, or warlock, or whatever it is magic-users are called?
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Awkward laugh)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 08:26 pm (UTC)(link)
Um... I'm not really sure what I would be considered in terms like that.
princesswhatshername: (Yes You Want Her)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 08:27 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, is there any other magic you can do?
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Slightly concerned?)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 08:37 pm (UTC)(link)
Well... I have a couple magical attacks I can use, but they aren't really mage like I think. And I can't summon anything.
princesswhatshername: (Go On And)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 08:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Oooh, could I see them? Please?

[Pretty please with a cherry on top? Can you deny those eyes?]
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[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:00 pm (UTC)(link)
[ How... is he supposed to say no to that? She's too adorable. Being team mom makes him susceptible to cuteness. ]

I um... well I suppose... it couldn't hurt?
princesswhatshername: (Too Bad)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:03 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, thank you ever so much~!

[She looks around, and finds a nice rock to sit on. She props herself up, and waits~]
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Piercing prince)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:27 pm (UTC)(link)
[ He took a few steps back and looked around the area where he would do the least amount of damage. he pulled out a green wand that seemed to match his whole theme and held it out. ]

Epinard Love Hurricane!

[ As he says his attack name like any normal magical girl boy would, a magical green power shoots from his wand and shoots through the sky until he hit the ground further away causing a bit hole in the ground. ]
princesswhatshername: (I'll Find My Love Someday)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:30 pm (UTC)(link)
[Gasp! And then applause, applause, live for the applause.]

Oh, my! That was wonderful!
hurricanechef: Made by <user name="cardcaptorkatara" site="tumblr.com"> (Doki blush)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[ His cheeks start to color when he realizes she was clapping for him. After all this time of saving the day with his friends he's not really sure anyone ever applauded them. He felt this warm embarrassing feeling inside that seemed to make area around them feel a little warmer. ]

O-oh um. Haha thank you, Miss.
princesswhatshername: (But You're Dying To Try)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh right, I didn't introduce myself!

[She slips off the rock, and curtsies.]

I am Princess Minnie Mouse. It's a pleasure to meet you.
hurricanechef: (Adjusts glasses)

[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:36 pm (UTC)(link)
I hope I didn't seem disrespectful at all, princess.

[ He moves a hand to his front and gives her a princely bow. ]

My name is At--hahha.... what I meant to say was I am The Piercing Prince, Battle Lover Epinard. It's a pleasure to service you, Princess!
princesswhatshername: (Magic Spell)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:38 pm (UTC)(link)
[Wait so is he a prince or a soldier??? Confusing!]

Not at all! Your magic is so much fun to watch! I bet everyone here would love to see it, Sir Epinard!
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[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:43 pm (UTC)(link)
[ S-sir Epinard?? Oh god he's trying not to seem too weird, but he's getting so embarrassed right now. ]

Well um, I wouldn't mind showing others, if it means I'm helping in some way.
princesswhatshername: (Default)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:44 pm (UTC)(link)
I'll make sure to tell everyone I know about you! Why, I work at a cafe, and I can tell all the customers there too!
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[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:45 pm (UTC)(link)
As a princess, I'm sure your word gets around pretty quickly.
princesswhatshername: (Sitting There Across The Way)

[personal profile] princesswhatshername 2016-09-19 09:47 pm (UTC)(link)
Well... Being a princess doesn't mean much here. Right now, I'm your average commoner!
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[personal profile] hurricanechef 2016-09-19 09:53 pm (UTC)(link)
Well... as an average commoner, can I tell you, you're very accommodating.