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killerwaves) wrote2023-03-03 10:06 pm
killerwaves) wrote2023-03-03 10:06 pm
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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.
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[ Of this place... ]
Is it really so bad?
[ It's so pretty! The prettiest thing ever. ]
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I despise it.
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It's called the afterlife.
So, of course it isn't what you might expect!
But, I wouldn't worry about it too much if I were you.
cw for gore and uh... autocannibalism????
[She growls, angrily biting her fingertip off. The pain would be excruciating to a mortal. If the body belonged to it's owner, she would have dulled it. The creature enjoys the blood.]
I am still weakened. Why am I still weakened?
HECKING CRYING
[ Merlin watches as she bites her fingertip off, a mess occuring right before his very eyes; the action more than a little twisted.
Okay then. ]
Because you died. That's why you're still weakened.
It's going to take awhile for you to return to full strength, and then back to life, you know? Can't really rush these things~
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[She's so confused.]
Death is my strength. It is my blood and my bones. I cannot understand.
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You've been 'dead' for a long time, but you still had a body, didn't you?
Until now, when that body died.
This place also isn't your realm, or where you're from. So, of course, there will be discrepancies in your abilities, what you're able to do. Even after you've been freed from a body that was definitely limited by what kind of experiments those two hosts did to it~
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[Hmmm. She's moderately thoughtful until he mentions the hosts and then she's mad again.]
The birds... I will r̶̫̭̳͙̬̊̓̐͌̾͋̿͘͠͠͝͝į̷̪̣̿̀̆̌̃́͗͝p̵̧͎̬̘̫̰̹͖͗̊͊͌̏̅͛̇͒͑̕ ̴̨̠͙̩͓̺͖͙̗͈͗̆̄̊̐̃̒͐͘̚͠t̷̮͍̙͕̩̅̈́̏̉͋̋̅͜͝ḩ̵̡̺͉͚͚͉̺̞͌̿̽ȩ̴̱͂͆̉̇͐͐͌̀̇͊̚m̶͍̒͆͒̄ ̶̛̳̑́̚õ̸̧̡̭̱̤͈̖͔̜̯̙͚͕͉̜̓̋̒̏̒̿͊̉͝ṕ̶̧̨͔̯̮͉͈̬̩̬̫̀̀̏̽̋e̸̮̠̼̼̮̱͊ǹ̴̨̜̩̪̙̲̣̩̱̩̣̟̆̇̿̑̉̌͋̒̉͐̌̕͜͠͠!̷̥̤͙̥̲̉̑̏̅̽̓
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[ Merlin just granting his agreement. As to the rest, however... ]
Yeah, they certainly do deserve that. I won't stop you from doing that at all, of course.
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[She can't ask outright but she does cock her head to inquire whether he knows more than her about them and their role in all this.]
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[ Merlin is at least good at recognizing cues at times.
That, in of itself, is a refutable fact. So, he decides to give an explanation regarding them based on admittedly his own opinion and his observations. ]
They're clearly some kind of duo with superhuman powers, who aren't exactly a spot of sunshine back in their home; they're obviously not really friends either. I'd think of them as like two individuals working towards the same goal, though only because they have to since they're unfriendly towards one another. I've seen a lot of partnerships, so naturally I'd know. And of course, they're intent on using people as experiments to get what they want.
At some point, when we arrived, they did something to our bodies. By use of some kind of technology, of course. I imagine it was to obviously inhibit our abilities, you know? Though, it's not the only reason, since typically when conducting an experiment, you're looking for some kind of result.
Their experiments also extend towards the bodies left behind by the dead. So, it's not like they stop messing around whenever someone loses their life here.
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And they claimed to not be necromancers...
I will butcher them until they understand.
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[ Pay back actions given in kind.
Due to what people have experienced here, anyone's reaction regarding all of this does warrant that kind of anger, and potential retribution, as far as Merlin is concerned. ]