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Priority Log - Part 1
Log 05 Priority (Part I)
Have you all been enjoying your weeks at the spa and/or getting chased by dinosaurs? Well, it's time to get a move on! The next car awaits: it's time for a new priority car. Like last time, passengers will not be able to leave this car for two logs, so buckle in!
The Big Screen Car
As characters enter the car, their phones will send them a new notification...
> OBJECTIVE:
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NAME: The Big Screen Car
TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT: Earth-ish, 2021
DANGER LEVEL: [ERROR]
AVERAGE CRITIC REVIEW: 5/5 Stars
COMMON DENIZENS: Varied
CUISINE: Overpriced gluten-sensitive sandwiches, overpriced coffee
...What a weird spam text? There's a lot of those going around lately.
Well, time to get to work!
Passengers will arrive in this car believing that they've lived in this car their entire lives. Effectively a modern AU version of themselves, they will have no knowledge of their powers, their past, or any details about their original worlds. Instead, they will believe they grew up in the modern day, that this is a place called DANACA, and that they work with an entertainment management company, FONY, in some capacity.
Maybe that makes you a director, producer, agent, model, singer, actor, idol, musician, sound guy, make-up artist, e-sports hotshot, lighting tech, beleaguered script writer, overworked intern, some dude who delivers sandwiches and ends up as an extra all the time... As a media giant, FONY has it all! And you're expected to work together on a litany of up and coming projects: the FAMA Awards Show, which will preview several hotly anticipated albums, shows, events, and movies! And that means all hands on deck. Characters will have very little problem with their AU skills, even if they never had any relevant experience in canon.
LOCATIONS
When characters get a breather, the car around them is a busy metropolis city with warm, dry weather that welcomes several beaches and pools. (It's literally LA, but with public transpo.) Enjoy all the modern amenities, like you've never lived without them! Passengers can visit any location that makes sense for a modern city, but here are some hotspots:
Club L'Euntaerio: The hottest club in Danaca! They keep the temperature uncomfortably low as they play only Danacan artists, like The Tragically Lame, or Dreka. Regardless, the night life here is vibrant, so it's a great place to let loose a little.
CN Corner: Not a destination so much as the corner beside Club L'Euntaerio, unofficially known to be the place to make illicit connections. Shady dealings happen here all the time, so it's a great place for designer drugs, information on your enemies, and alley-way shankings.
One drug in particular is on the rise. Sand, which provides Denizens with a mild high, will cause passengers to see people as other other characters from their canon. Even if you're not a fan of drugs, it's called Sand for a reason: it gets in everything (e.g. drinks, gummies, cigarettes, etc).
The New Danaca Mall: A newly renovated mall with three floors of your favorite retail outlets like Danaca Moose and Aboots! The employees are all fed up though, and you may end up hired on the spot for a part-time gig, or to hand out samples and promo materials because you're famous. If you manage to avoid retail hell, maybe you can just grab some boba and a pretzel and chill out with your friends.
Zoo: A zoo and garden with all kinds of strange, interesting creatures! You have your stock tigers, lizards, etc... as well as the odd addition from your home worlds. Trying to remember where you recognize these creatures will give you a headache though, so relax and enjoy your time here!
There is also a particularly troublesome goat here that will try to eat your things, or follow you home.
NOTABLE DENIZENS
Denizens vary from your stock humans to aliens and sentient animals. No one really seems to bat an eye at this — it's simply life in Danaca, where people from all walks of life have ended up. Here are some notable denizens that players are welcome to use at their convenience:
Mister Beaton: Beaton is one of FONY's attorneys, and one slip-up away from being arrested for embezzlement. He only works on full moons, but when he does, he often plants suspicious wads of cash on people, leaving them to be chased by FONY's security dogs in his stead.
Eliza Faulkner: The daughter of the CFO's newest wife, who hates everything and thinks the media is overrated. She dresses in sustainably sourced, hand stitched Amish clothing, and often threatens employees into getting her food or other items by using her step-father's position at the company. She will also spread malicious rumours to cause problems, such as claiming that someone had an affair and is now pregnant. :)
Nettle Tale: A power-mom animal consultant at FONY, who sometimes will dump her charges on unsuspecting bystanders whenever parenthood calls. Her usual pets are an extremely amorous anaconda, and a miniature pony that will cry unless held like a baby, but she's known for leaving all kinds of creatures in unprepared hands!
Chad Chadsef: No matter how famous or successful you might be, the head of FONY entertainment, CEO Chad Chadsef, is a very busy person! In fact, you can't ever seem to get an appointment or spot them, no matter how you may try.
OTHER
It's like you've been here forever, but... sometimes, you wonder if that's really the case. Maybe it's a slip-up at work where you forget your lines, or a sense of ill-placed deja vu, or a reflection in the mirror that doesn't match what it should. Characters may experience glimpses of their real lives, but they will be joined by an unsettled agitation and chill. The longer they dwell on it, the colder and more disorienting it gets, until they finally pass out with a fever.
Opt-out: For a few, this 'new' life doesn't seem to take root. Players that would rather opt-out of playing an AU will have their characters wake up in bed, still surrounded by their AU life. However, they won't recognize any of it. Whether it's a call from your mom, a job as a singer you've never had, or the very world around you, you'll realize that it's all a fabrication of the car.
These characters will feel a slight chill all the time, despite the weather. The more attention they draw to themselves, and the more they try to enlighten others of the car mechanics, the colder it gets, as though the chill is physically gripping down on them. NPCs will start to stare blankly at them, and a sense of dread will settle in their stomachs. It may be wiser to try and play along until you know what's going on.
OOC Notes
- AU Plotting: Players are encouraged to AU their CR! Everyone can already know each other, whether in passing or more, so feel free to user our plotting post to collaborate on AU details. Consider also filling out your FONY employee profile in the comments for other players to reference!
- Powers: Characters may keep their powers or not, player's choice. Keep in mind that they will not cognitively be aware of their abilities, and may not know how to use or control them. Think of a "Spider-man discovering his powers for the first time" scenario.
- Transformations: The Halloween curses will no longer be effect this log. Non-human characters can opt to transform into humans, but it isn't required.
- Backstories: For ease of AU purposes, players can make up whatever countries they like, etc. Characters do not need to be from Danaca originally, but everyone should live a reasonable commute from work.
- Items: Characters' inventories will be in a trunk at the foot of their bed, though they may not remember what they are. All characters are allowed one free item from home.
Go wild with it, but feel free to reach out with any questions on Discord!
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Who knows what goes on in a miniature pony's mind... but once it socially distances itself from both Sylvains, it seems to calm down a bit. Ferdinand trots over to Athy and begins to nose curiously at her hair, before nibbling at the ribbon in her locks. It doesn't seem to make any further attempt at escape... for now. Maybe it's hungry? Maybe it simply misses its mother. (When is Nettle gonna be back...)
Sylvain (the human) has a new armful to deal with, being the bupper that keeps yapping excitedly in his hold. ]
Athy! [ He calls out to her this time in belated greeting, as if it is totally normal to be running around as two celebrities with two celebrity pets on the loose. ] I thought you had the day off today?
[ He walks over to her with Sylvain 1 (f/k/a Sylvain Jr.) in tow, holding it the way a parent does when trying to burp a baby. ] Who's this new friend of yours?
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Hi, Sylvain! [ She tries not to wince when the puppy responds to the name. She doesn't feel guilty, but it's a little awkward? It's a little funny, too, but Sylvain is usually so sweet to her. ] I do. I did? They wanted me to come in for some quick pictures. I thought he'd fit in with the photos they wanted.
[ Her smile is a little sheepish. ]
You can ask Dimitri about his name.
[ Perhaps she is partly to blame because she didn't try to persuade for a different name, but... she isn't going down alone. This is sibling love. ]
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Oh yeah? That's a great idea. I bet they'll sell like crazy.
[ Not that Athy's other merch doesn't already rake in dollars—she's an idol on the rise! ]
Are you gonna be on tour again soon? Or just doing meet-and-greets?
[ And about the dog's name... Sylvain still hasn't realized that they share the same one! So he gives her a slightly confused look. ] Dimitri? What did he pick this time...
[ (Squints...!!) In the meanwhile, he carefully collects the reins from Athy and tries to pass her back the dog. It yaps and wags its tail and makes what should be a simple exchange, Very Difficult. ]
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Like I said, you'll have to ask him!
[ She gives Sylvain her cutest and brightest smile, as he ruffles her hair. Maybe he can tell she's trying to lay it on thick on purpose, but please have mercy on her? Pretty please? She's the cutest. ]
I have a couple small meet-and-greets, and I have one performance next month, but I don't think they want me touring until next year.
[ Which she doesn't mind. She already spends so much time training that she doesn't have as much time with her family as she'd like. She smiles as she reaches out for Sylvain 1. ]
It looks like he really likes you. Maybe let him stay with you for a bit?
[ He can handle two animals, can't he? ]
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All right then... Keep your secrets.
[ In exchange... the hair ruffling intensifies!!! Though he eventually lets up and starts rearranging her bangs back in place, best he can with just one hand. Don't worry Athy, you're still the cutest even with a hundred fly aways.
He's tempted to pinch her cute nose too, when she innocently asks him whether he'd like to foster a dog. ]
Athy. You're number one in my heart, but I'm afraid I'll have to let you down and say absolutely no way.
[ He does offer Sylvain 1 a few pets, to soften the rejection. ] He's cute, but Coco is a jealous lady.
[ Coco being his fussy cat... (Meanwhile, his more immediate problem starts crying again, and Sylvain kneels down to hug the tiny pony to his chest, trying to placate him.) ]
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Because she's trying trying to be an idol, right? ]
Hey! The stylist is going to have to work harder now.
[ The reprimand is weak, and she adjusts her hold on Sylvain 1, so he can't run away. There's a small whine for being a little less free, but she pats the dog to soothe him. ]
You're going to break his heart.
[ Really, she thought the Sylvains spending time together would be funny is all. ]
I want to see Coco sometime.
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Unfortunately for this little guy, [ Sylvain gives the doggie another scritch behind the ears ] stealing and breaking hearts is my full-time job.
[ He's an actor/model after all... As for Coco, ]
Yeah? You should stop by with Dimitri sometime!
[ Management is VERY strict with their young idols, and unfortunately the way the paparazzi is, even an innocent visit could be blown into an ugly rumor. Best if she's chaperoned by her brother, even if Sylvain wishes they could all have more personal freedom. ]
I'll make sure the place is spick and span. We could order in, watch movies... I heard Summer Blues is finally streaming now. [ A film based off of one of Athy's favorite books...! ]
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Maybe I can just be very incognito.
[ Why does she have to chaperoned when she wants to visit a very pretty cat? Who cares about Sylvain? (Athy does.)
She knows she has her public image to uphold, and she's serious about it, but also!!! She is fourteen, and Sylvain is Sylvain!! ]
And maybe you should steal and break a few less hearts. The tabloids are writing things about you again.
[ She wants to hear how true they are? Dish the deets, Sylvain. ]