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[killerwaves]

GARDEN OF AVALON


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There is a moment of silence. That is all there is, following the end one meets, but it is wrong to say that nothing else proceeds afterward. Indeed, upon the deceased opening their eyes, there's a feeling like settling into a body that has not yet crossed over, and an undeniable bright scene in front of them.

Is it heaven? Is it purgatory? These are the questions that may unfurl when faced with a bright, vibrant sky with pleasant colors, and soft clouds. Alongside this pleasing sight are picturesque rivers, running around fields of flowers mixed with lively greenery that seems to extend to distances behind one's comprehension. But, make no mistake—there are large trees dotted here or there, where someone might feel compelled to lie under given how welcoming they look.

Perhaps most striking, however, is the floating tower, that seems currently unreachable no matter how close anyone nears it. Does it need to be blocked off with an invisible shield? Honestly, no. But nobody knows that, and maybe no one will figure it out either, despite how many times they will ask who frequents it...who so happens to be standing outside of it, but also nearby. Huh.

Who's that? Well, that's—

Merlin, Mage of Flowers
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What a shock, isn't it? To see someone like Merlin so soon. Yet, he hardly seems perturbed, as he says, "Oh, so you've come! What a terrible fate you've been met with. But, don't worry, there's plenty of things to keep you occupied with.

What do I mean by that, you ask? I mean yourselves, of course! And, yes, by the way, you're still dead. So sorry about that. If you need anything, though, just call my name and I'll be there."

Beat. "Probably."

Then he disappears helpfully in a flurry of petals, not even saying where this is. Wow, helpful, isn't he? But, you have more than enough time to explore, at least. And hey, where did that random shack come from far off in the distance? If one goes in, they'll find a random bookcase inside, filled to the brim with fairytales that automatically replenishes if all books have been read with new ones. In addition, there's a random 'fan magazine' of the super popular idol Magi☆Mari; a beautiful white-haired young woman with purple eyes. Huh, why does she look familiar?

...Anyway, at least this will all keep one occupied.

As a side note, off to the distance are a a massive gathering of trees, but whenever one tries to approach them they can't seem to actually get close. How obnoxious! Looks like you'll have to just continue to admire your surroundings of pink flowers, one or two solitary trees, rivers, and other flora for miles on end.

As of 'Week 3', there is now an additional, cutesy shed in the Garden of Avalon that can be accessed for arts and crafts materials. Sewing kits, canvasses, painting materials, paper, you name it! There also is a shelf full of lube as well, for your needs. They will have a hint of a flower scent.

As of 'Week 4', the forest is glowing and can at some point be entered for funtimes.

By 'Final Week', there is a small little cottage of some sort that has appeared, which is ridiculously more spacious once walked into. It appears to be like a little free-for-all clothing store, except everything is free of charge. The styles range from cutesy pink, stylish, fancy, and to even towards the gothic side of things...but also there is a spot filled with make-up and the like! Do you want to look pretty in death? No worries, you too can shine here as well with beauty products found along the shelves, and of course mirrors alongside changing rooms for your convenience.

There are also knitting tools, for those wanting to really step up their skills.

Additionally, in this large 'cottage', there are private changing rooms with mirrors and a plush long seat to sit down if you want to for whatever reason. The doors lock once someone is inside and the door is closed.

Lastly, for those feeling 'adventurous', they would also happen to find costumes. Sexy ones, likes nurses, maids, and the like, but also silly 'scary' ones like a t-rex and a sheet ghost.

The forest has also stopped glowing, and upon entering it give you view to a beautiful lake surrounded by trees (sans mist.) The sky is still a fantastical color, and taking a soak at any time is possible.

However, on the other side of the forest, is a field of beautiful blue flowers, and a perpetually midnight sky.

Comments

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ Alice wakes up screaming.

She immediately jumps back with a start, stumbling as she tries to get a sense of where she is or what the hell is going on, frantically looking around for some easy immediate answer.

Naturally, she's not getting one. ]

Are you kidding me?!

[ She's got a firm hold on her arm the entire time. ]

[passetemps]

[ ah.



...frankly alice is very low down in his ranking of people he didn't want to die, but. she's still on the list, technically, and he still feels guilty about it if she died the way he's thinking she might have. ]

Alice?

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ She flinches extremely hard as Zelkov says her name, whirling around. ]

What?!

[ She's not screaming, at least! ]

[passetemps]

[ help i didn't even see her in that icon at first and was just like CARLOS?? ]

...You were also killed, I assume.

[ since like. this feels like way more of a Just Unexpectedly Murdered reaction than a Just Executed one. ]

vore cw........

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ look i had to use it at least once in this game. he is real and he is in our homes. ]

Obviously. It'd be a lot of emotion for anything less than getting eaten, right?

[ of course!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ]

[passetemps]

[ ...sighs. ]

Though it makes little difference, I apologize that I was unable to prevent that.

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ she makes a ???? noise. ]

Wait, did you kill him?

[ he has her utmost respect if that's the case but she's also extremely surprised he's here if it is. ]

[stilllovesyou]

[The girl they know as Nona spots Alice as she arrives, and she can't help it.

She starts laughing.]

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ She whips around towards what she thinks is Nona and points, her eyes full of panic that's sliding into anger. ]

Don't you have some corner of this hellhole to crawl up and die in?!

[stilllovesyou]

You cannot kill that which has been dead for a myriad. What of you, hideousness? What devoured you, I wonder, that you would wear such weakness proudly on your skin?

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ The mention of "weakness" immediately sets her off, pointing in Beel's general direction. ]

TAKE A WILD GUESS.

[gluttoning]

[sighs x2 in the background]

[stilllovesyou]

[That makes her smile.]

A shame I could not eat your heart myself, hideous creature. Then you would not be a stain on this disgusting landscape.

[Alecto's having a bad day and has decided to take it out on Alice for no reason other than that she was rude and mildly condescending to Nona once weeks ago.]

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ She's valid! ]

I'm pretty sure I'd still be here, even if you did. So I'm sorry to disappoint about that.

[ smash cuts to endgame and alecto just kills her for real ]

[gluttoning]

[Oh. That. Sure is screaming.]

...Eh?

Alice?

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ Hearing Beel makes her jump back with another loud scream, taking several steps back and pointing. ]

Stay away from me!

[ Nope. She's out of here. 🏃‍♀️ ]

[gluttoning]

[Help???

He does remember the smell of her, the evidence found, the taste that matched as much. But the reaction itself still rings as a surprise of its own.]

Hey, I'm not going to do anything to y--

[Well, and there she goes...

Bye? 🧍 He just sighs.]

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ Oh, no. He doesn't get to say he's not going to do anything after all that. She skids to a halt, snapping back around with a dark look in her eyes. ]

Are you serious right now? We're well past that, aren't we?

[gluttoning]

[That's valid to be honest.]

Look, I...

I'm sorry, Alice. I don't remember what happened. But I... I can guess. And I don't want to use that as an excuse.

[conceivesfrenzy]

Then why bring it up at all? Am I supposed to feel bad because you didn't know what you were doing?

[ She has half a mind to keep going, but after a pause, she turns back with a quiet tch. ]

Whatever. I've got no one to blame but myself, anyway.

[ aaaaaaand now she's moving to leave for real. ]

[mysticpowerbroker]

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...

Just kidding. Alice is yelling, but not zalgo-texting angry, so he appears.

At a safe distance. ]

You're pretty loud.

But, no. Nobody's kidding you?

[ He's back again in a flash. Maybe he interpreted it as a question towards himself? Or maybe just for funsies. ]

[conceivesfrenzy]

Well it's a good thing I wasn't looking for opinions, then!

[ READ THE ROOM MERLIN ]

[mysticpowerbroker]

Whoops, sorry, sorry~

[ Merlin sounds at least sorry? He's being insincere, though. ]

So, got any questions? I might have answers!

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ She really doesn't believe he's sorry, so it's all fine. ]

So we're not stuck here, right? There's gotta be more than just this.

[ rip to all of you but she does not want to be around a single one of you anymore. ]

[mysticpowerbroker]

Nope, you're not stuck.

It's like a temporary stopgap, even though you actually died. But, you really are in an afterlife of sorts.

[ Alice it looks like you're going to have to ganba some more because you will have to put up with them for a bit longer...but, he does helpfully tack on: ]

In the end, as I'm assuming it'll all go as planned, you'll be back to life soon enough. Isn't that great?