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>>5428600

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Votes that require a dice roll are counted until 15 minutes have passed, so we can speed up the process. Rolls are counted until 10 minutes have passed, so be prepared!

(NEW) Dice Mechanic:

We always roll 1d100s!
Since most people weren’t happy with the system of averaging top four rolls, we’re using best of 2/3/4 depending on the attribute a prompt requires. If Johnny is a genius and it’s a Knowledge based roll, he gets more rolls (Max. 7)! If he sucks, he gets less dice (Min. 2)!

When asked for rolls, I will specify how many you’re going to get. Rolling begins after it’s asked.

Rolling 100 is a critical! There are no Critical Failures anymore!

The difficulty of the roll is tied with the effectiveness of the action. In other words, the harder the option the better the result!

Don’t forget that at the end of the day, this is a story-driven quest! What the prompts are describing is more important than the difficulty of the rolls, for results in a fight.

Again, rolls are only counted when they are posted within ten minutes of being asked, so watch out!

>>5428600
>>Getting to the Crowd. Galactic needs to properly scout the people here.
>Ask Jesse why the hate. Hate is so awful. Like your hateful sister, Amelia, who hates homeless people because they’re stinky. She’s awful.

>>5428600
>Getting to the Crowd. Galactic needs to properly scout the people here.
>Ask Jesse why the hate. Hate is so awful. Like your hateful sister, Amelia, who hates homeless people because they’re stinky. She’s awful.

>>5428600
>Getting to the Crowd. Galactic needs to properly scout the people here.
>Ask Jesse why the hate. Hate is so awful. Like your hateful sister, Amelia, who hates homeless people because they’re stinky. She’s awful.

>>5428600
>Getting to the Crowd. Galactic needs to properly scout the people here.
>Ask Jesse why the hate. Hate is so awful. Like your hateful sister, Amelia, who hates homeless people because they’re stinky. She’s awful.

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“Why the hate for the Calamitys, Jessie? Hate is awful and stupid.” You say, enriched by your complex philosophy. You want to know the reason why this is the only person you’ve met that actively hates the Calamitys on a deeper level.

“You sound like a toddler.” Jesse finds your word choices unfitting for an adult. You big man, you can talk big too.

“Sorry, I’ve been interacting with one today, and the baby-speak stuck.” You glance at Esperanza. Jessie is someone you need to dial down your peculiarities with. “Seriously, aside from some judgmental pricks, I’ve never met someone who had bad things to say about them.”

“Really? It isn’t difficult to imagine a situation or two where a deranged spaceman could garner some resentment.” Jesse responds half-jokingly. “And as I said before, I have nothing to say to you and—…” The soft looking man stops his tirade once he turns to you. “You can tell me why they’re in your good graces if you like.”

“They saved my life.” You reminisce about the good Doctor Calamity. Now that their family name is being put under scrutiny, you have come to realize how much fondness you have for him, and Kata too. Like, you always knew that you cared, but there’s something else, something difficult to explain, it’s a feeling inside… is it admiration? Who knows?

“I… I’m sorry.” Jesse… apologizes?! “Looking at the face you’re making made me realize I never took into consideration that someone could have this amount of fondness for them.”

“I-I’m not making any faces.” You’re no open book! You’re an enigmatic riddle that takes time to appreciate!

“Heh, you need to mature a little.” Jesse has a laugh at your expense. “My experience is the exact inverse. One Calamity took something dear from me.” He takes a serious detour.

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>>5428766

“That’s a [SHAME].” Since when did Galactic Calamity sit right by Jessie?!

“G-Guh!” Jesse’s eyes almost come out of his face.

“Oh, hey.” You nonchalantly say hi to the spaceman. He acknowledges you with a nod. You were surprised by his appearance too, but you have enough courage to hide your surprise.

“I told you to return to the ring. Now.” Esperanza is furiously trying to assert her authority. “I stopped the timer for now, but I won’t be more lenient.”

“[HAEIOU], I needed to partake in a [RECONNAISSANCE MISSION]. No [Star Explorer] can stay put without looking at their SURROUNDINGS!” Galactic Calamity is having a blast explaining his thought process. “[Judge], added. [Previous Competitor], added. QUESTION, who IN THE STARS are you?”

Galactic Calamity wants to add you to his journal.

How do you respond?

>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.
>“I’m Nurse Katastrophic Calamity’s friend and muffin taster.” Smirk like the devil. You love those muffins.
>“I’m Phil Noon. A guy. Nice to meet you!” Extend your hand for a handshake!
>“A crowd member and a fan.” Give him a thumbs up.
>“I’ll tell you if you pat her head.” Point at Fiora, get on Esperanza's good side.
>Write In.

The Calamity topic is wide open…

>Ask Jesse about what he lost.
>Ask Jesse which Calamity did it.
>Ask Galactic if he has anything to say to Jesse.
>Better change topics, this will get sappy, you can feel it.
>Write In.

(Last Reply of the Day, we continue tomorrow! Sorry for the short session, my drawing hand is ded today and I had to take it slowly.)

>>5428767
>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.
>Ask Galactic if he has anything to say to Jesse.

>>5428767
>>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.
>Ask Galactic if he has anything to say to Jesse.

>>5428767
>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.

>Ask Jesse about what he lost.

>>5428767
>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.
>Ask Galactic if he has anything to say to Jesse.

>>5428767
>“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” Tip an imaginary hat.
>Ask Galactic if he has anything to say to Jesse
[UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU]

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“I’m Doctor Imminenté Calamity’s janitor.” You tip your imaginary hat. Before Jesse can call you an offensive word like ‘dork’ or something, you adjust your glasses like you meant to do that from the beginning. You’re starting to sound a little paranoid in your thoughts, but it’s fine, everyone is trying to get you in one form or another anyway.

“You work at Uncle Ned’s [New New Clinic]? FORMIDABLE!” Galactic Calamity cheerfully wonders. You don’t know if he’s in a better mood now that you mentioned the good doctor or not, but he’s certainly joyful. “I’m [glad] to be acquaintances.” He reaches for a fist bump, you accept it.

“Ned…?” Jesse doesn’t see the correlation between Dr. Calamity’s full name and his nickname. You can’t either, but you must appear smart and say nothing.

“You heard him, right? Anything you want to say to Jesse?” You push the Spaceman to address Jesse’s feelings.

“I haven’t been briefed about the details of this [FAILED MISSION]. Therefore, if [true], I can only [apologize] in the name of my family... Certainly, a mistake must’ve happened. This [Star Explorer] is certain that no Calamity desires to PROPAGATE grief through the [PLANET].” Galactic Calamity calmly gives his respects. “Because…” Galactic Calamity puts his Jester Hat on top of Jesse’s head. “THE ONLY RUIN A [CALAMITY] BRINGS IS THE CURSE OF JOY!” He jumps out of his seat and into the air! He’s aiming back toward the ring! “[HAEIOU, HAEIOU, HAEIOU!!!!]”

“W-What…?'' Jesse takes the jester hat off, feeling duped for believing for a moment that the astronaut wasn’t crazy. “H-He’s a lunatic and nothing more…”

“At least he apologized.” You try to soften the blow.

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>>5429370

“I’ll pay you back in the name of my [FAMILY], [Former Competitor]! WAIT and SEE! I, GALACTIC CALAMITY, have both eyes on the [PRIZE]!” Galactic Calamity begins diving down towards Fiora!

“Sorry, Stargazer. But victory is mine.” Fiora invokes her gigantic ghostly arms to grab the astronaut mid-air. The arms are coming out of her back, both bigger than the magician girl.

“[UUUUUUUUUUUUU]” Galactic Calamity wants to wriggle out of his predicament, but can’t!


“What’s that?” Esperanza seems confused by Fiora’s supernatural ability.

“Her enigma’s ability. What else?” Jesse scoffs at the Judge, thinking she’s overreacting.

“She doesn’t have a partner.” Esperanza points that detail out.

“…..…T-That’s impossible.” Jesse takes a moment to grasp the situation.

“Are you calling me a liar?” Esperanza frowns.

“She’s right, Jesse. Fiora doesn’t have a flame.” You confirm even if you think you shouldn’t. You don’t know if you want to reveal that you can see those pesky flies.

“H-How can it be then…?” Jesse is desperate for an explanation.

“Ugh, that’s what I’m asking!” Esperanza frowns even more! Her face looks like something Amelia would cook.


“Sorry that it has to be this boring, Galactic Calamity, but this is it.” Fiora’s confidence is not unfounded. “This technique allows me to hold onto spiritual beings. In other words, I’m holding onto your soul, onto your very essence. There’s no escape.”

“My very [ESSENCE]…? Let me ask you, [Little Ms. Fiora].” Galactic continues struggling. “CAN ANYONE HOLD A DREAM CHASER DOWN [FOREVER]?!”


Galactic’s Move is…

>Breaking this hold and getting one step closer to reaching the [Venus Line]. [Very Hard Roll].
>Fail. [Mission Abort]
>Write In.

What do you do?

>Ask Jesse if he wants to become allies after this!
>Ask Jesse which Calamity took that something from him.
>Ask Jesse about what he lost.
>Strongly pray for Calamity to break loose!
>Demand more Snackos.
>Write In.

>>5429371
>>Breaking this hold and getting one step closer to reaching the [Venus Line]. [Very Hard Roll].
>Ask Jesse if he wants to become allies after this!

>>5429371
>Imagine your soul as a rocket and blast off
>Ask Jesse which Calamity took that something from him.

>>5429371
>>Breaking this hold and getting one step closer to reaching the [Venus Line]. [Very Hard Roll].
>Ask Jesse about what he lost.

>>5429371
>Imagine your soul as a rocket and blast off
>Strongly pray for Calamity to break loose!

>>5429371
>>Breaking this hold and getting one step closer to reaching the [Venus Line]. [Very Hard Roll].
>Ask Jesse which Calamity took that something from him.

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>>5429373
>>5429374
>>5429375
>>5429380
>>5429382

We're trying to break the hold! Please roll 1d100! Best of 4!

Rolled 76 (1d100)

>>5429383
Let's hope my roll works

Rolled 90 (1d100)

>>5429383
[HAEIOU]

Rolled 99 (1d100)

>>5429383

Rolled 83 (1d100)

>>5429383

Rolled 55 (1d100)

>>5429383
He can break this hold!

Rolled 75 (1d100)

>>5429383
[JOHN MADDEN][JOHN MADDEN][JOHN MADDEN][JOHN MADDEN][JOHN MADDEN][JOHN MADDEN]

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“It’s up to you to answer that question.” Fiora warmly smiles.

“THEN, I, GALACTIC CALAMITY, WILL… [UUUU]…” The astronaut realizes something is clearly not working here. “[UUUUUUUU].”

“I’m constraining your soul, Stargazer. You and your Flame share the same Spiritual Energy, the essence I was talking about.” Fiora starts shaking Calamity for the sake of it. “In simple terms, you can’t let your partner out while I’m holding it inside.”


“The implications are quite frightening…” Jesse is overthinking how to defeat her, despite, you know, losing the tournament already. “She managed to find a way to use her own Spiritual Energy to do all of this.”

“I noticed.” Esperanza doesn’t find any value in Jesse’s words.

“Y-You wanted an explanation.” Jesse retorts, annoyed by the dry response.

“That was before I noticed.” The Judge rolls her eyes.

“This girl is a handful.” The man with the hats glares. Esperanza smirks, satisfied with making Jesse react that way.

“Hey, Jesse. Who is the Calamity that took that something from you?” You know, asking out loud made you realize how stupid this could sound out of context.

“You noticed I’ve been answering a heck of a lot of questions from you without asking back, right?” Jesse isn’t sure to indulge you this time.

“I’d do the same if you asked.” You shrug.

“Anything?” Jesse raises an eyebrow.

“Sure.” You don’t like where this is going, but you stay on track.

“You have pretty fair skin. What products do you use?” Jesse isn’t pulling your leg here. Do you look like someone that uses beauty products?! You have a Paperbag ready for fuck’s sake!

“le Cremossé and that’s it.” That’s the only useful thing your dad ever taught you: to use this stupid cream… Yeah, you use one product and that’s if you remember.

“…I didn’t expect you to answer so eagerly.” Jesse feels like you retorted too fast. “Well then, I’ll answer your query.” Jesse clears his throat. “Her oddly fitting name is ‘Katastrophic’.”

You didn’t expect to actually know who he is specifically talking about! Kata? What did she do? The things you learned from Mr. Won-Jae about her and the vision on Dream Hill don’t paint a pretty picture. Unlike Kata, who is very pretty!

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>>5429480

“You two should stop maundering and start paying attention.” Esperanza is somewhat excited as she points forward.

“Stargazer, the time limit is close to reaching its end.” Fiora points with her head at the Flying Referee holding the clock. Esperanza went along with all the new rules… “It’s a shame it wasn’t a more thrilling encounter.”

“[Little Ms. Fiora], don’t feel sorry. IT WOULDN’T BE A THRILLING [MISSION] IF THE STAKES AREN’T OUT OF THIS UNIVERSE!” Galactic Calamity taunts from way above. Fiora’s spiritual arms start trembling… “I SAID I ONLY NEEDED A [MINUTE]!”

“W-What is happening…?” Fiora is struggling to hold her spell.

“THE [STAR EXPLORER]’S [WILL] IS OUTWEIGHING [YOURS]!” Galactic Calamity is diving down through the invisible hands! Arm ready to headpat! Like a meteor crashing down on the Earth’s atmosphere! “I WILL CROSS THE [VENUS LINE] ONCE AGAIN! [HAEIOU HAEIOU HAIEOU HAEIOU HAEIOU!!!]”

“Y-You’re quite strong, Galactic Calamity! It’s the first time someone has managed to slip out!” A joyful Fiora can’t believe her eyes! She’s trying to hold on, but she knows she can’t stop the spaceman.

And with ease, Galactic’s hand lands on Fiora’s head.

“[Mission Accomplished].” Galactic Calamity announces with his other fist raised.


“Just in the nick of time.” Esperanza is amused for the first time. “How about this match, Player? Did you enjoy it?”

How do you respond?

>“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You start seeing some potential here.
>“No.” You don’t think it was especially entertaining. Galactic was wrapped up for like 2 minutes straight.
>“A bad Main Event can ruin it all, so let’s see.” Avoid answering just yet.
>Write In.

The Final Match is upon you all… What do you do?

>Cheer for Oliver! (Play this battle as Leo Mayo!)
>Cheer for Galactic Calamity! (Play this battle as the Madman Spaceman!)
>Just Watch. (Don’t pick favorites.)
>Write In.

(Last Reply of the Day, we continue tomorrow!)

>>5429482
>>“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You start seeing some potential here.
>Just Watch. (Don’t pick favorites.)
Let's see who's better without interfering

>>5429482
>“No.” You don’t think it was especially entertaining. Galactic was wrapped up for like 2 minutes straight
>Just Watch. (Don’t pick favorites.)

>>5429482
>“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You start seeing some potential here.
>Cheer for Galactic Calamity! (Play this battle as the Madman Spaceman!)
[EBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBRBR]

>>5429482
>“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You start seeing some potential here.
> just watch

>>5429482
>“No.” You don’t think it was especially entertaining. Galactic was wrapped up for like 2 minutes straight.
She needs to step up her game, nobody seems to care about the rules in here!
>Cheer for Galactic Calamity! (Play this battle as the Madman Spaceman!)
Man's based.

>>5429482
>“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You start seeing some potential here.
>Just Watch. (Don’t pick favorites.)
Interrogate Jesse further! What's his stake in all this? Who are his friends, and are any of them people we know?

>>5428600
Mommy is thicc

>>5429492
>>5429513
>>5429747
Supporting. I don’t know why we would heckle Esperanza here, she’s clearly got deep rooted issues that aren’t entirely her fault.

Instead we should encourage her down a better path than throwing people into a death match.

>Write In
“I liked that they changed the rules, I think you should consider that always having the highest stakes in the fight might ratchet up the tension for both viewer and participant…but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s more enjoyable to watch. Even among flame users who are or were unstable otherwise they wouldn’t have been selected, most of us would rather not permanently hurt or injure others if we can avoid it.”

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“I like that they spiced up the rules, so yes, but only a little.” You call it as you see it. Your major complaint is how short it was.

“I agree, we’re finding something here.” Esperanza looks a tiny bit excited after hearing your approval. “What about you, Loser? Gimme your opinion.”

“My opinion? I can’t find enjoyment in a scenario like this. It isn’t right.” Jesse won’t amuse any positive notion.

“Tch, did you watch the match? Nobody got hurt.” Esperanza has a point that the fight between Fiora and Galactic was as non-violent as it can get, but… “You’re acting like someone got gored again.”

“Sorry, dying left quite the impression on how these battles unfold.” Jesse glowered at the Judge.

“You don’t have to be so melodramatic, but I see your point.” Esperanza rolls her eyes despite putting some value in the former competitor’s words. She’s surveying properly to get the best out of this format. The girl with huge ears grabs the megaphone. “Congratulations, Galactic Calamity, you’re moving on to the finals. We’ll start the next round when you’re prepared.”

“UNDERSTOOD, [Judge]!” Calamity gives a thumbs-up in response.

“Also discuss your theme song with the Flying Referees in the back. So, if you may.” Esperanza points at the entrance.

“You did an admirable job, Galactic Calamity. I’m cheering for you!” Fiora wants her opponent to take the cup home.

“[HAEIOU], your kind words bring JOY to this [Explorer]!” Galactic stands triumphantly with both hands on his hips. “As long as you keep doing your best, we’ll meet again across the [Venus Line].” The astronaut salutes before leaping from the ring to the entrance in a moment’s time. You think this spaceman has a way with words that you can only admire.

“…What’s the Venus Line?” Fiora has no clue.

Esperanza starts dragging the little girl’s tiny body to the Jury stand with her powers. She’s now sitting in the middle, next to Jesse.

“You did pretty well for a tiny girl, former competitor.” Esperanza acknowledges Fiora’s effort. “Allow my Flying Referee to treat your exhaustion.”

“Thank you.” Fiora doesn’t get what the jellyfish is doing but she feels like she can’t protest. The spiritualist ends up falling asleep.

“Is she fine?” Jesse asks the merciless judge.

“She must’ve used a lot of her energy.” You point out.

“Exactly. She’ll be back in a second.” Esperanza has no doubts about it.

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>>5430375

“Sorry! I’m not used to being this… small.” Fiora wiggles her arms. She’s back!

“See?” Esperanza can be insensitive, unlikeable and bossy – but she’s no liar! “Now you’re part of the crowd, little one.”

“I’m surprised by the people I see here.” Fiora waves at you. You wave back.

“Does this guy know everyone I brought here?” Esperanza is noticing a pattern.

“I’m sure it’s all a big coincidence.” You act like you’re not van Zuspicious. You’re beginning to understand how Vanessa feels. Nah, you’re exaggerating, you’re not *that* suspicious.

“You’re lucky you tested well under my trial, because otherwise...” Esperanza raises her finger to intimidate you. “Anyway, I remind you, we’ll talk about this later.” Esperanza can’t brush off her apprehensions.

“I’d say it’s pretty disappointing that I’m only part of the crowd for the finale.” Fiora jokes around.

“Don’t act like you didn’t watch the first match.” Esperanza doesn’t like being put under scrutiny.

“Hehe, you’re absolutely correct.” Fiora smiles from ear to ear.

“I take it you’re not actually a child.” Jesse wants to make sure he’s not being duped.

“Indeed, I’m currently controlling two bodies simultaneously. Though, I’m gonna lose grasp of this one at some point.” Fiora casually throws the fact. “Worry not, it won’t be soon!”

“Good grief…” Jesse feels overwhelmed.

“Little one, come with me for a moment. I need to make sure of something.” Esperanza drags Fiora with her…

“We have much to talk about, you two!” Fiora waves goodbye as the two girls disappear to the back of the Judge stand.

“That Judge must’ve done that on purpose. I have a plethora of questions right now.” Jesse furrows his eyebrows once again.

“The scariest thing for me is that I think I’m getting used to her pace.” You’re getting afraid of how adaptable you are. No wonder there are so many people that want to befriend you lately!

“We’re all losing our minds collectively.” Jesse agrees that none of this is normal, and that he isn’t immune.

This is probably the only time here that you’re going to have a one-on-one conversation with Jesse, and it’s going to be short. You must use this opportunity wisely.

What do you do?

>Make fun of Jesse. It’s for bonding…
>Ask Jesse what exactly happened between him and Kata.
>Ask Jesse what his stake in all of this is. Learn about his allies, and if you know them.
>Write In.

>>5430376
>>Ask Jesse what exactly happened between him and Kata.

>>5430376
>>Ask Jesse what exactly happened between him and Kata.

>>5430376
>Ask Jesse what his stake in all of this is. Learn about his allies, and if you know them.

>>5430376
>Make fun of Jesse. It’s for bonding…

>>5430376
>Ask Jesse what exactly happened between him and Kata.

>>5430376
>Ask Jesse what exactly happened between him and Kata.
Get his full name too. Give our real full name too

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“Jesse, can I be serious with you for a moment?” You need to find out the truth.

“W-What is it?” Even if flabbergasted from the suddenness, Jesse takes your request in earnest.

“If possible, I’d like to know what happened between you and Katastrophic.” You’re going to get to the bottom of this.

“I'd rather not discuss it with you.” Jesse stonewalls without hesitation.

“Why not?” Doesn’t matter how insensitive this question might end up being, you ask it anyway.

“It’s a personal matter and we’re not well-acquainted.” Jesse finds bothersome how headstrong you’re being. “Why else?”

“Would you like to be my friend, Jesse?” You extend your hand towards him.

“I don’t know what exactly you take me for but, contrary to popular belief, I’m *not* brainless.” Jesse scowls.

“Don’t say that. I know I’m coming off as pushy. But I’m dead serious.” You know you don’t have much time.

“Extremely pushy *and* suspicious.” The effeminate man raises a brow.

“I’ll answer any questions you want, the others aren’t here, we’re free to talk.”

“If that pushes you to pry on that matter, I'd rather stop talking to you.” Jesse crosses his arms. “Look, I enjoyed our chat for what it was, but you’re crossing boundaries.”

“Sorry. I didn’t mean to.” You sigh. “I’ll stop.”

“You know her, huh?” Jesse looks away. “There’s no reason for you to press me if that wasn’t the case. But if I’m right, I would rather not be around anyone with direct contact with that woman.”

This is only making you more curious about the issue… yet, more afraid to find out too.

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>>5430478

What do you do?

>“I know when to back off. If you eventually open up about it, I’ll be here to listen. But I mean it when it comes to becoming friends” You really want to ally yourself with this funny dude!
>“Jesse, you may not care about her, but I’m worried about my friend. If there’s anything you can tell me about her, no matter how vague it is, I’d be happy to listen.” Be sincere about your worries. It’s not a simple matter!
>“Jesse, let’s be honest here, we’re one of the few rational flame users out there and I think it’d be fruitful to make an alliance with you. Well, only if our morals align and whatnot.” Try to rationalize this in a way for Jesse to agree to joining forces.
>“Truth be told, I have my doubts about Kata…” Pretend you’re not Kata’s muffin taster to net points with Jesse. It’s manipulative, but…
>Tell Jesse one of your deepest, darkest secrets… (Write in which one.)
>Write In.

(Last Reply of the Day, we continue tomorrow!)

>>5430480
>>“I know when to back off. If you eventually open up about it, I’ll be here to listen. But I mean it when it comes to becoming friends” You really want to ally yourself with this funny dude!
>Tell him darkest secret: “Once I tried to wash a cat and almost died thanks to it - Cat kind of slit my throat.

>>5430480
>“Jesse, you may not care about her, but I’m worried about my friend. If there’s anything you can tell me about her, no matter how vague it is, I’d be happy to listen.” Be sincere about your worries. It’s not a simple matter!

>>5430491
+1

>>5430480

>Write-In
“Alright, I’ll back off if that’s what you want. Try to see the issue of Katastrophic from my perspective though. I know her, and she is in fact currently caring for someone I want to keep safe. Now you tell me that she hurt you and took something from you, and it was severe enough that you bear a grudge against the whole family. Can you understand why, even though they’ve saved my life, I’d want to know what happened? After all it isn’t my life being dealt with, but my friends.

But I understand that it can be difficult and unpleasant to talk about subjects that personal. I have my own share of secrets…I helped TT_Neko overcome her NEET-ness and she nearly killed me for it. That’s what the scars on my chest are really from, and it was Imminente Calamity who saved me. Shortly after, nearly everyone I had thought of as allies betrayed me. It was the second or third worst time of my life.

>>5430491
Support

>>5430774
+1

>>5430480
If I can change my vote I'll be changing it to support >>5430774

>>5430480
>>“I know when to back off. If you eventually open up about it, I’ll be here to listen. But I mean it when it comes to becoming friends” You really want to ally yourself with this funny dude!

>>5431273
>>5430491
Change to support this

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“Alright, I know when to back off. If you eventually open up about it, I’ll be here to listen.” You pretend you know what you’re doing. “But I mean it when it comes to becoming friends.”

“You see me as another tool to win this sick game.” Jesse folds his hands in front of his face. “It doesn’t upset me. We’re flame users. Be honest with your intentions.”

“I’m not lying, man.” You don’t hurt people on purpose, just through bad decisions that might look obviously harmful to onlookers.

“Don’t pull this trick on me. Naïve flame users, like the ones you’re pretending to be, are long dead; what’s left are liars or nutcases.” Jesse isn’t buying it. You wonder in what category he falls into.

“To be fair, I told you I think I died once.” You point at your chest again. “As a showing of goodwill, let me tell you the real origin of these scars.”

“…I knew it wasn’t a bear.” Jesse has his gotcha moment.

“I-It could’ve been.” You don’t trust Amelia’s bear not to do bear things. “Moving on, it’s a personal matter.”

“I have no other alternatives but to listen.” Jesse sighs.

“I once tried to wash a cat and almost died thanks to it – Cat kind of slit my throat.” You gesticulate the attack.

“This is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard in my entire life, and you have one minute to retract your statement before I begin to ignore you altogether.” Jesse can’t take this anymore.

“O-Okay, that's an embellishment of the story. Change cat to T_T Neko, and slit my throat to carving my chest open.”

“…What about the washing? What do I change it to? Because as it is, it still doesn’t make a lick of sense.” Jesse glares as he’s not taking you seriously anymore.

“No, that’s actually part of the story.” You clarify as you finger gun. Jesse is not buying it. “I can feel the vibe here and, uh, I think I’m doing a poor job convincing you, so let me go into details.”

You explain “the incident”! From your infiltration with Richard, to the less than amicable discussion they had, to your attempt to give her a bath (later done by Nariko) – to the actual stabbing. And woah, you think it sounds even dumber out loud…

“I hate every single decision you took in that story, and I think less of you. You’re 100% a nutcase.” Jesse frowns.

“C-C’mon, man, I’m not proud of what I did…” Y-You opened up for the sake of friendship, not to be stomped on while down! He’s Richard-ing it! “You have no idea how much I regret it…”

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>>5431407

“If I were you, I’d never ever tell that story to anyone ever again.” Jesse advises you.

“D-Duly noted…” You feel bad.

Jesse notices the amount of shame you’re feeling at the moment, and feels embarrassed for you. “Why aren’t you dead anyway?”

“Imminenté Calamity saved me.” You stand straight.

Your response shocked Jesse for a brief moment. He looks away to compose himself. “Katastrophic…” Jesse takes his jester hat off to stare at it. “She murdered someone dear to me. It was a low-stakes surgery… One she did while intoxicated. Guess what happened.”

…

Jesse probably doesn’t want to dwell on the details, but you can tell there’s a lot of them missing. If you’re gentle, you might get the whole story.

…?

>“I’m sorry for your loss.” Pay respects to the fallen.
>“Who was it?” You want to know more details about this person. If this person is old enough, maybe there’s a chance you two can...
>“Isn’t that more the hospital’s fault?” Who lets a drunk surgeon operate? Hopefully someone got fired for that!
>“Dude, you didn’t have to tell me. I want to be friends first!” You’re thankful he opened up though.
>Write In.

>>5431408
>>“I’m sorry for your loss.” Pay respects to the fallen.
>“Who was it?” You want to know more details about this person. If this person is old enough, maybe there’s a chance you two can...

>>5431410
+1

>>5431408
>>“I’m sorry for your loss.” Pay respects to the fallen.

>>5431410
support

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“I’m sorry for your loss.” You look down, you know how hard it is to lose someone dear to you when you least expect it. “Do you mind if I ask you who it was?”

“He was one of my best friends’ grandfathers. A humble man who did so much for my family. He even raised me for a bit and… reconnected my mother with her siblings. Agh, I’m all over the place, let me restart.” Jesse is not holding it in well. “He was a former Child Services Worker. His name was Robert Auburn and...” Jesse takes his hat off to cover his face. “He…” Jesse’s voice cracks. You can tell he’s crying. “Damn it… Damn it… Why now…?”

That name shows up again…

You didn’t think he’d open up this easily, or maybe this topic affects him more than he thinks – and he just lost it.

What do you do?

>“Are you okay? Do you need a moment?” Act concerned.
>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>“You don’t need to tell me more if you don't want to.” Change topics.
>Be quiet. You’re going to get him mad if you say anything.
>Write In.

What do you do next?

>Ask Jesse more details about the incident of Mr. Auburn’s death.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family.
>Ask Jesse more details about how he helped raise him.
>Do not ask further questions. You have a good grasp of the situation.
>Write In.

>>5431537
>>“Are you okay? Do you need a moment?” Act concerned.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family.
Tell him the story can wait as long as he needs

>>5431537
>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family.

>>5431537
>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family.

>>5431537
>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family.

>>5431537
>>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>Do not ask further questions. You have a good grasp of the situation.

>>5431537
>“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” Be sympathetic.
>Ask Jesse more details about how Mr. Auburn reunited his family

>>5431537
>Be quiet. You’re going to get him mad if you say anything.
>Do not ask further questions. You have a good grasp of the situation.

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“It’s okay, man. We all cry sometimes.” You act sympathetic. Opening old wounds could spill more blood than intended.

“…I-I don’t need your sympathy.” Jesse gets a hold of himself.

“I know.” You nod without saying much more.

Jesse keeps glaring at you, hoping for your supposed façade to crack or show your bad intentions somehow. While you’re feeling tested, you don’t know how else to react but to show empathy by being respectful. He notices nothing is going to change until the conversation moves forward.

“You don’t need to push yourself; we can end this here if it weighs down on you this much.” You remind him this is entirely optional.

“It’s frustrating.” Jesse sighs in pain.

“Being emotional is not something you need to be ashamed of.” You point out. Oh boy, this took you long to learn.

“That isn’t it. I can’t seem to look back without feeling this amount of grief. It’s not normal.” Jesse sounds angry at himself.

“It happens to me every time I remember my mom.” You casually open up.

“…I’m sorry to hear that.” Jesse clears his throat.

“I like to think that it’s a sign that they meant a lot to us.” You shrug.

“I agree.” Jesse nods. “But I hate that I can't look back at him fondly without feeling guilty. He was under my care while the surgery happened, and…” Now he’s shaking his head. “I should drop it.”

“Fine by me.” You give him a thumbs up. “When you’re prepared to talk again, I’d like to know how Mr. Auburn helped reunite your family.”

“It’s not fair to him if I keep his good deeds to myself. I’ll keep it short.” Jesse takes a deep breath. “It’s a grim subject, are you ready for it?”

“Yes.” You nod.

“During Gordon Sr.’s time, due to obvious reasons, government dissidents were being persecuted left and right. Families were split. Made to disappear. Killed. Abandoned. Or thrown away through the cracks into a dysfunctional foster care system at best.” Jesse has a hard time keeping this that short. “Grandpa Auburn risked his neck by helping the dissenters escape. Many had to leave their children behind. He had to split the siblings into different foster homes for their own safety. But he kept record of every single child that at any point in time was under his care. Every single one. In hopes that one day, he could help reunite them with their families.” Jesse smiles. “And among the lucky ones, it was mine.”

“Woah, that’s incredible!” You never saw someone do that while you were out there in the bubble.

“I don’t think he ever stopped until his death… he kept recognizing people... phoning numbers... It was never enough for him.” Jesse looks teary eyed again.

And he died of a random botched surgery…

You find life stupid.

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>>5431721

What do you do?

>Thank Jesse for sharing. It means a lot to you.
>Tell Jesse you can meet Robert Auburn again in the bubble.
>Ask Jesse his full name.
>Ask what happened to Mr. Auburn’s records.
>Write In.

(Last Reply of the Day, we finish the thread tomorrow!)

>>5431724
>>Thank Jesse for sharing. It means a lot to you.
>Tell Jesse you can meet Robert Auburn again in the bubble.
Maybe some closure will help

>>5431724
>Thank Jesse for sharing. It means a lot to you.
>Tell Jesse you can meet Robert Auburn again in the bubble.
>Ask Jesse his full name.

>>5431721
This actually seems almost suspicious. Maybe Kata changed after this event, but I almost wonder if she was drugged rather than drunk (or whatever). We should certainly add this to the list of things to look into after we’re out of the bubble. Kata was going to demand the favor we owe at some point anyway.

>>5431724
>Tell Jesse you can meet Robert Auburn again in the bubble.
>Ask Jesse his full name

>>5431827
It did seem like something she really regretted when we first got clued in on it during Dream Hill

>>5432131
Granted, but I dunno do you really think Kata’s was ever the sort to get drunk before a scheduled surgery?

>>5432205
I mean, Kata is one of the characters we know the least about, so I definitely wouldn't disregard it

>>5432289
Fair enough. I smell something more complicated going on though.

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“Thank you for sharing this with me.” You respectfully bow your head a little bit.

“I told you I’m only doing it to preserve his memo…” Jesse stops mid-sentence, then looks sideways. “…it’s nothing.” He crosses his arms and sighs.

“I have a proposition.” You have an idea to give Jesse some closure.

“No, I don’t want to be friends.” Jesse rejects the idea immediately.

“Could you hear me out first?” It’s your turn to frown.

“S-Sure.” Jesse replies apologetically.

“We can meet Mr. Robert Auburn again in the bubble.” You adjust your glasses.

“Don’t play with me.” Jesse dryly responds, looking betrayed.

“I’m dead serious.” You shouldn’t have said ‘dead’. Fuck. Continue talking before he gets pissy at your poor word choices. “He’s here, we can talk to him, I—”

“What are you talking about?” Jesse’s emotions are all gone.

“The Bubble. The one we’re in at the moment. I thought you somehow managed to trespass inside. That’s why Esperanza brought you here.” You’re confused by his response. Did he not notice? “You know we’re in some kind of reconstruction of the past, right? I think it’s 20-something years back.”

One single sweat drop rolls down Jesse’s forehead.

“Don’t tell me you didn’t know?!” It’s your turn to be in shock! Wow!

“I-I recall practicing my powers, I made a mistake and teleported to the top of a mountain… I wandered for a bit, then the Judge found me. ‘You broke the rules!’ she said, then she brought me here to talk to some guy. After that, the tournament began.” Jesse puts his hand on his face. “I went back to the past…? No… You’re making fun of me, aren’t you? It’s impossible!”

“I’m not. It’s the work of an entity.” You don’t like being treated like a liar after all that! “I don’t know what you did to get here, but we’re in an almost perfect recreation of the past. I think this place was built using everyone’s spiritual energy or something. Anyway, when this is over, we’ll be brought back to our actual bodies, right? I’m in the same town where Mr. Auburn is. It’s one heck of a coincidence, let me tell you.”

“Where…?” Jesse can’t process this fast enough.

“It’s called ‘Xumenlo’, neat place, has a lot of ponds for some reason.” You should’ve recalled more about Kobashi’s tour, but whatever. “So, let’s meet Mr. Auburn! Are you up for it?” You wiggle your eyebrows.

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>>5432564

“T-There’s no point, he must be a shallow copy, nothing more...” Jesse is trying hard to rationally think this up.

“No, he isn’t. It’s complicated, but you’ll have to trust me here.” You’ll have to repeat the energy stuff to convince him, right?

“I don’t want to.” Jesse wants this all to be a lie. “I REALLY don’t want to… But I wanna see him.” Jesse relents. “I wish Bruce and the others were here…” Jesse mutters to himself. “But if you’re lying to me, I don’t want to ever see your face again.”

“Huh, I thought you’d threaten to kill me.” You chuckle nervously.

“That’s not the type of person I am.” Jesse looks away. He’s not a fan of revenge? That’s rare. You wonder what kinds of movies he enjoys.

“Let’s shake hands to make it official.” You extend your stupid hand toward the annoyed man.

“That’s sensible…” Jesse shakes your hand.

“Uhm, what’s your full name, by the way? I didn’t catch it.” You ask.

“Jesse Rosenberg.” Jesse responds instinctively, he seems to regret telling you as soon as the words leave his mouth.

“Ah…” Wait, you know a RRRRosenberrrg, and she’s sleeping by your side right now…!

OH GOD.

…

Nah, it must be a coincidence. It has never happened before, but this might be the first time ever this kind of twist of fate has occurred to you!

Right?

RIGHT?

“I’m unsure where in this Bubble I am. But I’ll find a way to get to Xumenlo.” Jesse lets you know that he’s on board.

“Maybe Esperanza can do us a solid and bring you here.” You throw it out.

“That girl is everything but cooperative.” Jesse has no hope.

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>>5432565

“Am I now, huh?” Esperanza has arrived, and so did Little Fiora! “I apologize for the delay, and the delay only. I had to make sure if this body duality ability wasn’t easy to perform for someone with my capabilities, asking for a friend, of course.”

“If you’re curious! I’m considered the best of all time in my field, and even with my ability, training and experience, I believe it’s impossible to maneuver the amount of Spiritual Power people like Ms. Esperanza have to perform double body duty.” Fiora clarifies.

“In other words, I didn’t have to make a quick visit to my friend.” Esperanza stares at you, so you can get *it*.

“I had to prove it to Ms. Esperanza though, which is the reason for our tardiness.” Fiora is happy teaching people.

“It was riveting.” Esperanza smiles. “So, ladies and gentlemen, are you ready for our main event?”

The lights in the colosseum dim. There are fake crowd noises coming out everywhere. The main stage begins to shine – and Oliver’s theme starts blasting! The eccentric friendless man that actually has friends comes out from behind the curtains and repeats his routine from his first entrance. He’s really enjoying himself.

“Buahehahuhihihihihihihihihihihihihi!!!” Leo Major poses on the turnbuckle and waits for his opponent. The fake crowd loves him!

Same routine. The lights go out, then shine on the entrance… but this time they quickly go far up! To the rafters! From there, the Spacemadman descends into the middle of the ring and poses with both arms stretched to sides – his brand-new theme song blasting through the arena!

“[HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU]!!!! GREETINGS once again, Earthlings! I, GALACTIC CALAMITY, HAVE ARRIVED.” Galactic Calamity puts his hands on his hips. “NOW. Now this is a [Mission] worth EXPLORING!” He jumps in place in rhythm to his song.

“Hey, Warrior of the Stars, it’s up to us to see who ends up with the cup, huh?” Oliver addresses his eccentric opponent.

“[Warrior of the Stars]? I marvel at the beauty of our [UNIVERSE], but my [HEART] stays with [Humanity].” Galactic Calamity refuses the nickname bestowed upon him.

“Buahehahuhi… You Calamitys are truly oddballs.” Oliver chuckles. You don’t think he, of all people, has any right to say that.

“OH? You also know my [RELATIVES]?” The Spaceman crosses his arms.

“Oh yes, I had one of ‘em kiss my feet. What was his name? Imminenté?” Oliver plays the villain part. Is he talking about the time he tried to kidnap Constance…?

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>>5432567

“Were you the INDIVIDUAL who almost took [Uncle Ned] to a [PERMANENT END]?” Galactic’s voice lowers. No, that was actually you when you missed your throw…

“Did I? I wasn’t paying attention…” Oliver shrugs as he chuckles without his shitty fake laughter. Is he trying to make Galactic angry? You wonder why.

“WHEN YOU UP YOUR GAZE, DO YOU MARVEL AT THE [UNIVERSE] AROUND US?” Galactic Calamity wonders. Oliver shrugs, amused by the question. “Our [ANCESTORS] sure did. The [CELESTIAL BODIES] above us have been WORSHIPED as [GODS] for as long as MANKIND has existed. Their names differ from [Culture] to [Culture], but the [thought] remains the same. [TWO] of them HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PRESENT IN [HUMANITY’S HEART]. So, [MR. VILLAIN], DO YOU KNOW ENTITIES ARE POWERED BY THOUGHT?” Galactic claps and an immense presence appears behind him… “IN THAT CASE, LET ME PRESENT YOU [MINE], THE SUN’S DANCING PARTNER: [THE MOON].”

“Huuuh…” Oliver knows he fucked up.

“[HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU HAEIOU]”

…

Sadly this is all we have for this week’s thread! Thanks for playing!

>>5432569
Really, really great thread this week, thanks for running!

>>5432569
Newanon here, when can I expect a new thread?

>>5437165
Should be one next weekend, usually it's every weekend but he announces if there won't be one on his Twitter