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TEST DRIVE MEME #28
Arrival
"Judgement has come upon you. God has deemed you worthy of Hell. But don't worry, it can still be undone," comes a soothing voice that echoes all around you. The voice promises comfort, hope even.
It may seem like a nightmare at first, despite all of that. Full of hellfire nipping at your skin and a sensation of being pulled down no matter how much you struggle or cry for help. Wretched, unseen hands pull at you, grip tight at your body, tighten on your throat, skeletal fingers grab at your face, slide in your mouth and jab at your eyes as they struggle for purchase. It feels like for a moment, they may snap your neck as they tug and pull. The more you resist, the more phantom hands are added to your struggling body.
It feels like they could tear you apart if you let them. The only thing to do is to let go and stop fighting.
And so you do.
Darkness and nothingness consumes you for a second, but only a second.
Initially, everyone opens their eyes to a long, dark corridor made of stone. They find themselves in what appears to be a long queue with other sinners, palm bloody.
Characters find their bodies feel heavy and stiff, bruised with odd hand prints here and there that they received during their journey down below. A massive headache throbs behind their temples. They are urged forward to take a numbered ticket and wait their turn in the long line. As they're ushered forward through the corridor, their first stop will be to see Lilith, standing outside her office.
The woman in a smart suit and a friendly smile steps forward to greet sinners one by one. "I'm sorry for your rough landing. We've never gotten it quite as smooth as it was in the past. Please, let me see your hand--"
Once she has the sinner's hand, there's the warm, almost electric touch of magic that soothes away the aches and pains, heals the wound left behind on each sinner's palm. Lilith looks satisfied with her work and gives a nod. "There, all better. Please take your care package and continue on until you reach the stairs."
On their way out, sinners receive their 'package', a contract detailing all sins committed. If they look at the list closely enough they'll notice it's written with their blood. That explains the palm wound then. It's an old piece of parchment despite the freshly written letters upon it. They will also receive a slightly more modern smart phone. Think early generation Android and a pamphlet made by other sinners during their stay here with useful tips.
After that, sinners will be ushered on to a set of stairs where a guard waits. "Welcome to Penance," the demon says gruffly before motioning them on without an ounce of courtesy. "Don't hold up the line."
They seem to go on and wind forever, but eventually, they come upon what appears to be a lobby of a hotel. Once there, they will notice several shops and other areas around the front desk.
The demon at the front desk looks rather bored, but when sinners approach? He seems to snap to attention to offer whatever help they might need of him. He will at least direct to food or rooms to rest their wary bodies, or recommend sights to see around the hotel.
.
Stand Your Ground The crisp air in Penance has taken a turn towards the even colder. A chill hangs sharply in the air, but business seems to carry on very much as usual. Despite the threat of further cult activity, the guards around Penance seem to be following sinners less -- although escorts to and from establishments are still available upon request... if you even trust the local demons!
Otherwise, it seems that Mammon has gifted Penance with plentiful shipments of apples and other assorted items from his gardens. There's also a fair amount of apple cider being brought in that will be served around the hotel bar, Casino Styx, and Club Penance. This is some of the most addicting cider anyone will ever have and seems to encourage a good mood and high spirits. According to Mammon, Penance needs more cheer lately!
Following that suggestion, the local demons seem to take 'cheer' to heart and put together a small Fall Festival. There's music playing, cider being passed through out, and a few games! Including knife tossing at a very unhappy demon strapped to a target who seems very intent on yelling embarrassing personal details about local sinners, strength test game, target games, and bobbing for apples.
For bobbing for apples, sinners will be randomly plucked from the audience at times and made to compete. Those who manage to grab the most apples will win a tiny plush Mammon and a ticket for a show at Casino Styx. Apparently there will be a night of dancing and performances soon.
Unfortunately, some of these apples have odd effects if sinners end up swallowing any of the juice (or just grab a piece of fruit to eat). Some range from putting the sinner in a good mood while others seem to induce a feeling of intense euphoria and energy... others still may encourage you to bob your head in other ways. This is Hell... don't we all expect a little public indecency once in a while?
Aside from games and apples, there's also a variety of foods. Enjoy that pie eating contest... even if some of the pies have unconventional fillings. Hell rat, dryer lint, etc. There's no end to the madness when the demons discovered what wonders pies can actually be.
There's also a pumpkin carving event where each participant gets a voucher for one meal of their choice delivered by the staff at the hotel.
Now, certainly this abrupt festival was not put on simply to draw attention away from the fact that Lucifer is curiously missing and Lilith seems a little frazzled as she rushes to handle things around the hotel. It's just a happy little coincidence, certainly.
Now, just eat your apples and enjoy the festivities!
Some may notice towards the end of the second week, a strange fog is starting to roll in. Though Lilith assures everyone it's nothing, she also insists that everyone return to their homes in Penance or Hellburbia for the night until it hopefully passes in the morning...
Reach Up High
Prompt I: WARNINGS: mutilation, blood, torture.
Lucifer's voice rings out as it always does, compassion and warmth clear despite his words. It lingers in guests' ears even as they're forced into a dark room by demons and shown an ominous looking device just waiting for them.
Should the guest refuse or fail they will hear the contraption start up. An ominous sound of something shifting rings out before a sharp pain shoots up their finger and ricochets through their body. Each time a person fails their turn they both lose a fingernail. this will keep going until they've lost all ten (or however many the guest may have) or they answer a satisfactory number of sins. It really just depends on which sort of torment the guests are content with suffering through and how much they want redemption.
[Note: How many sins characters have to explain to be released will be left up to player discretion!]
Prompt II: WARNINGS: spider image linked near the end of this prompt
Not everything has to be cutting or pain to make amends for your past sins, of course! Giving a helping hand also shows a good nature and a willingness to care about your fellow man! Or demon, whatever the case may be! Sinners may remove one sin for their list by helping rake the increasing number of leaves falling around Penance.
There is one thing standing in the way though... there are small demons and goblins who just can't seem to resist a good old pile of leaves and will not hesitate to jump into them or scatter them every chance they get. They're also just mischievous little scoundrels who seem to think all of this is just for play or fun. For this reason, it's recommended that sinners team up. One can rake while the other stands guard to shoo away these little troublemakers. They may also find it easier to just relocate them altogether!
Of course, sinners may also feel a little compelled to have some fun... who can resist acting like a kid again when there's a giant pile of leaves, right?
For those who aren't into lawn care, there are also rewards for helping clean the hotel, putting up Halloween decorations, and generally just chipping in here and there.
There's also an increasing number of odd spiders who are spinning webs in the hotel. They seem to just want to hang out, but some may be disturbed by the spider spinning down to watch TV over their shoulder or appearing in their shower... so it's highly recommended that these little guys be relocated elsewhere. Don't worry! They're large (think small chihuahua), but they're also generally docile.
Some of the younger demons even seem to be adopting them like hideous little pets. Adorable, right?
Follow Me Down
Prompt I: WARNINGS: humiliation, toys, edge play, hypersensitivity
Club Penance is also jumping in on the seasonal festivities... because of course they are. The theme is Fall Delights! Anyone who enters the adult portion of the club will find themselves in strangely cozy fall wear... with a twist.
Under all the cozy leggings, sweaters, or hoodies, one may either find themselves fitted with a remote controlled toy or with a remote in their hand. Pairs will be led to seemingly wholesome activities, such as dinner, dancing, board games, or anything one can imagine! The name of the game is secrecy though... have a little fun teasing your partner to the edge and back while they try to play it like nothing is wrong at all.
Or utterly humiliate them, if that's your kink!
All patrons will find themselves feeling in quite a mood for fun and maybe a little more hypersensitive than usual. Sinners will find themselves eager to be touched and teased, or to do all the teasing they can manage until both parties are demanding a private room!
The regular club will have cozy clothes without the sexual edge, fortunately!
The club throughout has also made several signature drinks for Fall, including pumpkin spiced White Russians, caramel apple martinis, and even a special apple wine. Like the cider being offered, these induce good moods and may leave some feeling a little... frisky in the adult side.
Or is that just the general sweet smell of aphrodisiacs in the air?
Who knows, but maybe it's time to just get a little adventurous and enjoy the evening!
Prompt II: WARNINGS: Alcohol and drug abuse, potential non-con/dub-con
With all the sinners, new and old, the hotel bar will be lit up with activity. Drinks will be readily available, there's food in the kitchens if anyone wants to bother serving it, music will be blaring whenever there's electricity, and overall, there will be an energy to the atmosphere that's absolutely contagious. Even if you aren't typically inclined to linger at these sorts of events there may be be a certain pull to stay and have a bit of fun.
You might not get much of a chance to have that in Hell, after all. One drink won't hurt, right? Nor will one more after that, and after that. Ah, sweet gluttony. Why not have a pastry next? There's some delectable sweets available just a few steps away. More of a meat person? Like things salty? Fear not, it looks like someone graciously brought all sorts of snacks and foodstuffs from the kitchens to the bar as the night progresses. Indulge! You deserve it.
Similar to Club Penance, the bar also has every sort of drug available that might tickle your fancy and some you've never heard of. There's no harm in experimenting, is there? You're already in Hell. The staff will offer to show anyone how to use the drugs or give advice for what to try if you tell them what you want to experience. Shockingly, they won't lie! Their advice is good word its just you might not have been exactly prepared for it.
There's a stage and a karaoke machine for those feeling brave or just wanting to torture people with some sweet, sweet renditions of The Devil Went Down to Georgia.
There are tables set up for all sorts of gambling and various bar games to entertain yourself with. Since currency as most are familiar with it doesn't quite exist down here, most of the demons seem to be accepting bits of your soul or offers to do chores around the hotel. You may also get pulled into a fun game of strip poker against one of your fellow guests for a few succubi that are having a night out.
Relax and enjoy your night. Coming here and facing your sins is the hard part, so surely you deserve to have a little fun.
Wildcard/Misc. Don't see something you love but still want to get a feel for the game? Check out our extensive list of LOCATIONS and write up your very own prompt however you'd like to! You can also add a "NETWORK" post option to your TL for quick, easy, and fun interactions.
And without further ado: Welcome to our new TDM for the October 1st app round! As always, potential appers and characters already in game are welcomed to jump right in! This TDM counts as an additional game event as well as game canon for those coming into the game. If you app and are accepted, TDM tags become game canon and can be used for AC! Please have fun and don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have down below.
If you have questions, comments, suggestions, etc., go here.
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It may seem like a nightmare at first, despite all of that. Full of hellfire nipping at your skin and a sensation of being pulled down no matter how much you struggle or cry for help. Wretched, unseen hands pull at you, grip tight at your body, tighten on your throat, skeletal fingers grab at your face, slide in your mouth and jab at your eyes as they struggle for purchase. It feels like for a moment, they may snap your neck as they tug and pull. The more you resist, the more phantom hands are added to your struggling body.
It feels like they could tear you apart if you let them. The only thing to do is to let go and stop fighting.
And so you do.
Darkness and nothingness consumes you for a second, but only a second.
Initially, everyone opens their eyes to a long, dark corridor made of stone. They find themselves in what appears to be a long queue with other sinners, palm bloody.
Characters find their bodies feel heavy and stiff, bruised with odd hand prints here and there that they received during their journey down below. A massive headache throbs behind their temples. They are urged forward to take a numbered ticket and wait their turn in the long line. As they're ushered forward through the corridor, their first stop will be to see Lilith, standing outside her office.
The woman in a smart suit and a friendly smile steps forward to greet sinners one by one. "I'm sorry for your rough landing. We've never gotten it quite as smooth as it was in the past. Please, let me see your hand--"
Once she has the sinner's hand, there's the warm, almost electric touch of magic that soothes away the aches and pains, heals the wound left behind on each sinner's palm. Lilith looks satisfied with her work and gives a nod. "There, all better. Please take your care package and continue on until you reach the stairs."
On their way out, sinners receive their 'package', a contract detailing all sins committed. If they look at the list closely enough they'll notice it's written with their blood. That explains the palm wound then. It's an old piece of parchment despite the freshly written letters upon it. They will also receive a slightly more modern smart phone. Think early generation Android and a pamphlet made by other sinners during their stay here with useful tips.
After that, sinners will be ushered on to a set of stairs where a guard waits. "Welcome to Penance," the demon says gruffly before motioning them on without an ounce of courtesy. "Don't hold up the line."
They seem to go on and wind forever, but eventually, they come upon what appears to be a lobby of a hotel. Once there, they will notice several shops and other areas around the front desk.
The demon at the front desk looks rather bored, but when sinners approach? He seems to snap to attention to offer whatever help they might need of him. He will at least direct to food or rooms to rest their wary bodies, or recommend sights to see around the hotel.
.
Stand Your Ground The crisp air in Penance has taken a turn towards the even colder. A chill hangs sharply in the air, but business seems to carry on very much as usual. Despite the threat of further cult activity, the guards around Penance seem to be following sinners less -- although escorts to and from establishments are still available upon request... if you even trust the local demons!
Otherwise, it seems that Mammon has gifted Penance with plentiful shipments of apples and other assorted items from his gardens. There's also a fair amount of apple cider being brought in that will be served around the hotel bar, Casino Styx, and Club Penance. This is some of the most addicting cider anyone will ever have and seems to encourage a good mood and high spirits. According to Mammon, Penance needs more cheer lately!
Following that suggestion, the local demons seem to take 'cheer' to heart and put together a small Fall Festival. There's music playing, cider being passed through out, and a few games! Including knife tossing at a very unhappy demon strapped to a target who seems very intent on yelling embarrassing personal details about local sinners, strength test game, target games, and bobbing for apples.
For bobbing for apples, sinners will be randomly plucked from the audience at times and made to compete. Those who manage to grab the most apples will win a tiny plush Mammon and a ticket for a show at Casino Styx. Apparently there will be a night of dancing and performances soon.
Unfortunately, some of these apples have odd effects if sinners end up swallowing any of the juice (or just grab a piece of fruit to eat). Some range from putting the sinner in a good mood while others seem to induce a feeling of intense euphoria and energy... others still may encourage you to bob your head in other ways. This is Hell... don't we all expect a little public indecency once in a while?
Aside from games and apples, there's also a variety of foods. Enjoy that pie eating contest... even if some of the pies have unconventional fillings. Hell rat, dryer lint, etc. There's no end to the madness when the demons discovered what wonders pies can actually be.
There's also a pumpkin carving event where each participant gets a voucher for one meal of their choice delivered by the staff at the hotel.
Now, certainly this abrupt festival was not put on simply to draw attention away from the fact that Lucifer is curiously missing and Lilith seems a little frazzled as she rushes to handle things around the hotel. It's just a happy little coincidence, certainly.
Now, just eat your apples and enjoy the festivities!
Some may notice towards the end of the second week, a strange fog is starting to roll in. Though Lilith assures everyone it's nothing, she also insists that everyone return to their homes in Penance or Hellburbia for the night until it hopefully passes in the morning...
Reach Up High
Prompt I: WARNINGS: mutilation, blood, torture.
Lucifer's voice rings out as it always does, compassion and warmth clear despite his words. It lingers in guests' ears even as they're forced into a dark room by demons and shown an ominous looking device just waiting for them.
"Welcome, my honored guests! Since some of your ilk have displayed an alarming tendency towards secrecy and outright lying, I've come up with a way for you to practice frank discussion instead. What I ask of you won't be an easy task, but it will be a lesson that's valuable to learn. When the device before you turns on, it will display a sin one of you are guilty of. You will be given exactly one minute to begin explaining what happened and how. Do be frank about it, and fair warning: if either of you refuse... you're unlikely to be unhappy about the result."Guests won't have the option of refusing this daunting task. Demons drag sinners in, easily overpowering even the strongest guest if only for long enough to secure them in the seat and shove their hands into the opening of the device. Once secured, sinners are unable to remove their hands as a typing noise begins sounding out. After a moment, a sheet of paper will then pop out of the top of the device with a ding for guests to read. One sin off their list is printed neatly on it. Guests have one minute to begin explaining what it means and how it happened or why it's a sin of theirs.
Should the guest refuse or fail they will hear the contraption start up. An ominous sound of something shifting rings out before a sharp pain shoots up their finger and ricochets through their body. Each time a person fails their turn they both lose a fingernail. this will keep going until they've lost all ten (or however many the guest may have) or they answer a satisfactory number of sins. It really just depends on which sort of torment the guests are content with suffering through and how much they want redemption.
[Note: How many sins characters have to explain to be released will be left up to player discretion!]
Prompt II: WARNINGS: spider image linked near the end of this prompt
Not everything has to be cutting or pain to make amends for your past sins, of course! Giving a helping hand also shows a good nature and a willingness to care about your fellow man! Or demon, whatever the case may be! Sinners may remove one sin for their list by helping rake the increasing number of leaves falling around Penance.
There is one thing standing in the way though... there are small demons and goblins who just can't seem to resist a good old pile of leaves and will not hesitate to jump into them or scatter them every chance they get. They're also just mischievous little scoundrels who seem to think all of this is just for play or fun. For this reason, it's recommended that sinners team up. One can rake while the other stands guard to shoo away these little troublemakers. They may also find it easier to just relocate them altogether!
Of course, sinners may also feel a little compelled to have some fun... who can resist acting like a kid again when there's a giant pile of leaves, right?
For those who aren't into lawn care, there are also rewards for helping clean the hotel, putting up Halloween decorations, and generally just chipping in here and there.
There's also an increasing number of odd spiders who are spinning webs in the hotel. They seem to just want to hang out, but some may be disturbed by the spider spinning down to watch TV over their shoulder or appearing in their shower... so it's highly recommended that these little guys be relocated elsewhere. Don't worry! They're large (think small chihuahua), but they're also generally docile.
Some of the younger demons even seem to be adopting them like hideous little pets. Adorable, right?
Follow Me Down
Prompt I: WARNINGS: humiliation, toys, edge play, hypersensitivity
Club Penance is also jumping in on the seasonal festivities... because of course they are. The theme is Fall Delights! Anyone who enters the adult portion of the club will find themselves in strangely cozy fall wear... with a twist.
Under all the cozy leggings, sweaters, or hoodies, one may either find themselves fitted with a remote controlled toy or with a remote in their hand. Pairs will be led to seemingly wholesome activities, such as dinner, dancing, board games, or anything one can imagine! The name of the game is secrecy though... have a little fun teasing your partner to the edge and back while they try to play it like nothing is wrong at all.
Or utterly humiliate them, if that's your kink!
All patrons will find themselves feeling in quite a mood for fun and maybe a little more hypersensitive than usual. Sinners will find themselves eager to be touched and teased, or to do all the teasing they can manage until both parties are demanding a private room!
The regular club will have cozy clothes without the sexual edge, fortunately!
The club throughout has also made several signature drinks for Fall, including pumpkin spiced White Russians, caramel apple martinis, and even a special apple wine. Like the cider being offered, these induce good moods and may leave some feeling a little... frisky in the adult side.
Or is that just the general sweet smell of aphrodisiacs in the air?
Who knows, but maybe it's time to just get a little adventurous and enjoy the evening!
Prompt II: WARNINGS: Alcohol and drug abuse, potential non-con/dub-con
With all the sinners, new and old, the hotel bar will be lit up with activity. Drinks will be readily available, there's food in the kitchens if anyone wants to bother serving it, music will be blaring whenever there's electricity, and overall, there will be an energy to the atmosphere that's absolutely contagious. Even if you aren't typically inclined to linger at these sorts of events there may be be a certain pull to stay and have a bit of fun.
You might not get much of a chance to have that in Hell, after all. One drink won't hurt, right? Nor will one more after that, and after that. Ah, sweet gluttony. Why not have a pastry next? There's some delectable sweets available just a few steps away. More of a meat person? Like things salty? Fear not, it looks like someone graciously brought all sorts of snacks and foodstuffs from the kitchens to the bar as the night progresses. Indulge! You deserve it.
Similar to Club Penance, the bar also has every sort of drug available that might tickle your fancy and some you've never heard of. There's no harm in experimenting, is there? You're already in Hell. The staff will offer to show anyone how to use the drugs or give advice for what to try if you tell them what you want to experience. Shockingly, they won't lie! Their advice is good word its just you might not have been exactly prepared for it.
There's a stage and a karaoke machine for those feeling brave or just wanting to torture people with some sweet, sweet renditions of The Devil Went Down to Georgia.
There are tables set up for all sorts of gambling and various bar games to entertain yourself with. Since currency as most are familiar with it doesn't quite exist down here, most of the demons seem to be accepting bits of your soul or offers to do chores around the hotel. You may also get pulled into a fun game of strip poker against one of your fellow guests for a few succubi that are having a night out.
Relax and enjoy your night. Coming here and facing your sins is the hard part, so surely you deserve to have a little fun.
Wildcard/Misc. Don't see something you love but still want to get a feel for the game? Check out our extensive list of LOCATIONS and write up your very own prompt however you'd like to! You can also add a "NETWORK" post option to your TL for quick, easy, and fun interactions.
And without further ado: Welcome to our new TDM for the October 1st app round! As always, potential appers and characters already in game are welcomed to jump right in! This TDM counts as an additional game event as well as game canon for those coming into the game. If you app and are accepted, TDM tags become game canon and can be used for AC! Please have fun and don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have down below.
If you have questions, comments, suggestions, etc., go here.
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