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TEST DRIVE # 03

Whether you're trying to figure out how your character would fare in this setting, trying to get some samples together, or just dipping your toes in the water, you've come to the right place! The Test Drive is here to make your life easy by letting you see what the game is like without actually joining it first. So here is how it works:

1: Post a starter with your character, including whether they are a god or shinki in the subject line.
2: Act like your character is established enough in the setting to allow your thread to go places.
3: Take on any god/shinki of your choosing, as long as they're not already in the game!
4: Comment around to the other people on the meme.
5: Have lots of fun!

To get you started, here are some ideas for thread-starters! Feel free to come up with your own ideas if these don't strike your fancy, though.

Keening Karaoke
For some reason, karaoke clubs have suddenly popped up all over the Heavens. Not only that, but they are the big new hotspot for residents of the Far Shore to hang out at and everyone around you has been pressuring you to join them. Do you continue to fight back or give in to the peer pressure weighing you down?

Little Lies
Everyone believes that white lies do no harm, so the people of the Near Shore are happy to use small lies whenever they need to. Tiny ayakashi have been springing from these little lies and are now teaming up to form into a huge ayakashi, and it keeps getting bigger with every passing moment!

Marriage Madness
With spring in the air, the season of weddings is upon the Near Shore, and boy do the people of Japan seem eager to get married this year. In fact, it's so crazy trying to book anything that there are literally hundreds of prayers being sent up asking for monetary deals as well as luck with finding the right place to marry. Help some poor people out.

Necklace Nuisance
A cursed necklace has sprung up in the city and there are a lot of people dying because of it. The weird thing is that no one who has actually worn the necklace has died, just everyone around them. This cursed necklace has fallen into the hands of a depraved young man who is more than happy to use its bad luck in order to start 'taking out the trash' of the world...

Overt Ogling
As the temperature rises, so do the skirts of teenage girls. Unfortunately, there are a lot of pubescent boys who are more than happy to take a gander whenever they can. Catching some peeping toms, how is a resident of the Far Shore supposed to react? Or even warn the poor girl who's being spied on?

If you're uncertain about anything, feel free to check out the Premise, Rules, and FAQ posts. And don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have on the FAQ!
When and if you're ready to join the game, check out the Taken Characters before throwing in a Reserve and starting on your Application
Have fun!

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[ It takes a moment for him to realize he's being addressed. Ky looks over to the other young man, taking a moment to think about the question before answering honestly. ]

I'm not entirely certain, [ he admits. ] It seems to come somewhat naturally, and the Lord I serve avoided any questions I asked about it.

[ He looks down at his own hand, a concerned expression on his face. ] Those small ones are all I can do.

Ehh? [Yukine sighs and leans against the wall that they are keeping out of sight behind.]

It comes naturally? You new shinki are all so weird... [He could see it being some sort of song of spells, but obviously that's not the case here.] I guess your god is the type that doesn't like to admit things he doesn't know then. I can relate though- my god likes to be a know-it-all too.

[Standing up straighter for a moment he introduces himself.] I'm Yukine, a shinki. I've been asked to check up on you.

[ Ky nods as he introduces himself. ] Ky Kiske, in the service of my God. My Lord does puzzle me at times, but perhaps that is because we have yet to be very familiar with each other.

[ He waves off that subject with a brief shake of his head. ] That aside, is there a reason you were asked to check on me? If there are any existing concerns about my actions, I can address them to the best of my ability.

Heh- [Yukine raises his hands in a placating gesture, an awkward grin on his face.] No, not like that. I'm just a bit more experienced than you guys, so more like mentoring, really.

[He slightly mimics Ky's line:] If you have any questions about your role, I'll answer to the best of my ability.

[ Ky smiles, finding humor in the mimicked words rather than mockery. Seeing this young man offer to be a mentor, to take on a sort of leader-like role, puts him at ease. It's good to know someone willing to help others.

Although his expression seems more relaxed now, his manner of speech is still as formal as ever. ] I thank you for your offer. I must admit this is a rather new role for me, and I would appreciate any advice you can give. As far as I can understand, much of my role relates to performing my duties to the fullest for my Lord, correct?

[The formality of the speech throws him off a little, but he gets it well enough.]

Yep, pretty much. I think one of the most important things is for the shinki and god to get along and work well together, so if you're concerned with doing your duty to the fullest, it sounds like you're on the right track.

That is good to hear. [ Ky looks more confident, feeling assured that he's on the right path. He's all about duty and working. ]

May I ask how long you have been a shinki?

Edited (wrong icon) 2016-04-07 02:26 (UTC)

[... No you may not ask because Yukine is not so certain himself, actually.
He pauses to think about it.]

Time works differently in Takamagahara, so I kind of lost track for a while. I think it's been almost a year now. But don't make the mistake of judging someone's skill by only time.

[ Ky is prompt in correcting himself to prevent misunderstanding. ]

I will keep that in mind. It was simply a curiosity, and I didn't mean to seem like I was questioning your seniority amongst us.

What do you believe is the best way to understand your God better?

[This guy is so polite, it's refreshing (and a little weird, given who Yukine usually hangs around with).

He shakes his head slightly to indicate 'don't worry about it.'

And as for that question-]

Trust. [Period. ...He supposes he can expand on that though.] For example, my god has a shady past. I didn't trust him at the start. And because he's a moron with bad habits he didn't trust me with things he should have either.

[ Ky's brows furrow in thought. He doesn't like the sound of "a shady past". But what if that's the case with his own God as well? He's not sure if he can manage serving under someone of a suspicious character. ]

You were still expected to trust and serve someone with such a dubious background? How? By convincing him to change his ways?

At the start I didn't have a choice, even though I sure as heck didn't want to serve him. But... well, since I found out that I'm his exemplar, you can say that convincing him to change his ways was a big part of it. And he stuck with me through some tough things, so I suppose I thought it was possible that he was better than his past.

[He's never quite had to ...think out that chain of events that led to where he is now. But that sounds about right.]

[ He stews on that, his earlier expression easing as moments pass. Although Ky doesn't approve of those with criminal or dark pasts, he can't bring himself to condemn someone who changes for the better. And the thought of someone with a rough exterior who might have a softer heart is one he can't dislike completely. His impression of Yukine increases quite a bit, though; he imagines it must have been troublesome to deal with. ]

That is very admirable of you. I pray I won't have similar conflicts with my God — but should I ever do, I will keep in mind to work towards reaching the same level of understanding as you have with yours.

[ He's downright determined, really. ]

[SO Troublesome, you don't even know /punches things-]

[! That is- one heck of a compliment, to Yukine's mind.]

T-thanks. I hope everything will go smoothly for you, too... Just- don't be discouraged if it takes a while.