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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

WEEK THE LAST - TUESDAY (meeting peanut gallery)

[gluttoning]

[Hey yall how about that meeting

Beelzebub's parked near wherever that screen has decided to appear, an obscene amount of apples scattered around where he sits, eyes glued on the screen and the way the conversation just painfully tries to crawl to some sort of discussion.]

...They're still scared to talk. [His brow furrows.] I don't know if they're going to get anywhere if they can't figure out someday to tell each other what they know.

[gluttoning]

[The apology gets little more than a pained look and an exhale.

But Lacus moving people near the speakers?]

Mn. There they go.

[mysticpowerbroker]

There they go indeed!

[ It's painful, and honestly, it's still going to be hard.

But, if they all work together, then surely they can come up with something... ]

Look at them. I knew it'd be good to keep the faith~

After all, they're not the type to give in so easily.

[ Yeah, Merlin is still keeping a bit cheerful despite the dumpster fire that's happened. But, luckily, he also has experienced staring at humanity's extinction in the face and telling it to figuratively go fuck itself.

...

Well, not actually, but the sentiment is there. ]

[gluttoning]

Mn. The few I was most worried about... it sounds like they took what I told them to heart. At least for right now.

[He toys with the handcrafted pendant around his neck, one he had been wearing at his execution.]

It looks like they're willing to put a lot of faith in you, Merlin.

[mysticpowerbroker]

Oh? Was it a rousing conversation about defeating those two or something~?

[ The administrators, he means. As for the other comment... ]

Ahahaha, yeah! They are.

As they should, honestly. After all, I'm the one and only great Merlin. A genius of magic, with skills unparalled! [ He's getting a little louder...help. He's actually a little embarrassed at some of the things they have said about him but he's not going to say that. ] Compared to me, those birdbrains are nothing!

They'll all be praising me when everyone is back alive for sure~ Ahh, I can't wait!

[stilllovesyou]

She apologizes?

[gluttoning]

...Yeah.

[He's still trying to decide how he thinks about it.]

She was really upset after you and Zelkov both died.

[stilllovesyou]

I assumed. Grief is the culmination of all that is the horrors of love.

Why would she apologize?

[passetemps]

[ i gagtagged already but honestly he is just sighing deeply at this. ]

[gluttoning]

They're not gonna let that go, huh.

[RIP, sorry man.]

[mysticpowerbroker]

[ RIP in rest, Zelkov... ]

[finalforte]

[Watching but like sulkily.]

[gluttoning]

[Holds out an apple for her.]

You look mad.

[finalforte]

Kanon tried to help with parties, but everyone bullied her instead! And now it's important!!

[Like any of that occurred to her week one.

She is also ignoring the apple.]

[mysticpowerbroker]

Hmm...someone looks like they're not really feeling all that cheerful.

[ He offers a light smile regardless. ]

[finalforte]

Isn't it so mean? Everyone bullied Kanon when she threw a party the first week, and now it turns out it's important!

[RUDE TO KANONS TBH]

[conceivesfrenzy]

[ fucking turbo handshake ]

[finalforte]

Oh, you're here too?

[stilllovesyou]

[Alecto is here. She doesn't have much to say, but she does comment on one thing.]

The Warrior was a traitor? The Butcher?

Why have they let him live? After all that we have butchered, we will spare the rat?

[gluttoning]

He explained himself. I guess that was good enough for people to let him live right now.

[Beel also asked them to Not Do That, but Xiao said as much so he's not gonna repeat. He will hold out an apple to her if she wants to pluck the stem off.]

If they get distracted killing everyone they think needs to be killed, there won't be anyone left to face the administrators.

[stilllovesyou]

Isn't it too late to spare lives? They have already killed us.

[Alecto doesn't take the apple. It's disgusting to her. Instead she finds a rock and starts eating that instead.]

I wanted to see her again.

[She's a little glum.]

[immortalpoet]

Alecto.

[Gently.]

He was trying to find a way to make things even. Unfortunately he was rash in who he was trying to get his advantage from. But the impulse is understandable.

[stilllovesyou]

I understand.

I do not understand why that spares him from our wrath. It is the way of beasts. Beasts like us.

[mysticpowerbroker]

[ ...He just smiles slightly and hums. ]

It might be too much for them to turn on Billy right now when they need to focus on those other two. Though I imagine they're keeping an eye on him just in case.

[ ...

He doesn't have any nice thoughts for Billy, though, let us put it that way. ]

[stilllovesyou]

[Alecto frowns, she seems to appreciate Merlin's version more because Merlin clearly detests the Butcher.

Alecto doesn't, not any more than she detests any human, but there is no love.]

I suppose a unification in hatred is better than nothing.

Do you think they mean to execute my necromancer as well? When the birds are dead?

[She sounds worried about this.]