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TEST DRIVE MEME #41
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, And it seems to linger for a long time. There is nothing at all. It must be lonely. But it won’t be forever.
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 an old fashioned kingdom.
The demon stationed outside the entrance 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 weary bodies, or recommend ways to spend their time while they're in these new lands. Sorry about the confusion, Hell is just undergoing some rather unhappy changes.
Stand Your Ground It’s no secret that Lucifer has been missing his younger brother, Emmanuel. After tireless search after tireless search showing very little in the way of hope of ever finding him, it seems that Lucifer has taken it upon himself to do a bit of… redecorating. Well enough to get around again, he’s overseeing decorations of the festive sort.
There's a tree being decorated, and he's asking that sinners help, and there are other garish decorations being strung up all over. Sinners may come help thread popcorn on string or hang up some curious looking mistletoe.
If Emmanuel can't be there, he wants to at least celebrate his birthday… even if it's not actually close to his actual birthday. It'll appease God as well, so it's a plus, isn't it?
At least the weather outside is pleasant. There's a chill in the air, but it's not too cold or uncomfortable. The local demons are happy to supply people with furs and capes to wear out, as well as new warm clothes. They may just make one feel like they stepped out of something a bit old fashioned.
There's a spot where the bloody waters have frozen over that's solid enough for ice skating for those interested.
There's also eggnog being served in abundance all throughout the local taverns and the castle. It comes in both spiked and non-alcoholic varieties. Hot chocolate with a little cinnamon is also available that seems strangely quick to chase away the cold.
The Feast The castle dining hall is sudden alive with cheer. Live music plays thanks to a local band, there's cheerful chatter amongst local demons, who seem all too keen to drag sinners into the festivities.
In the center of the dining hall is a large chocolate fountain, with plenty of things to dip in it off to the side. There's a spread of all sorts of gourmet food, as well as a hell boar roasting for all to enjoy.
There's also every sort of dessert one could imagine and a few strange ones that most could never. They come from far away, exotic universes… touch the pulsating purple fruits and pies at your own risk! (Really, it just seems to be very overly sweet.)
Overall, the atmosphere will encourage good cheer and something in the wine being served liberally may encourage sinners to tell each other what they're grateful for.
Reach Up High
Prompt I Unfortunately, Mammon can’t play fun uncle this time and let sinners go unpunished. God is clearly still angry about many things and he doesn’t want to push his own luck with the deity. At least he’s tried to make the punishment… tame. Tame as possible.
There is a round, metal chamber constructed in the depths of his castle. The heavy steel door opens and sinners are guided inside two at a time. There’s a single light that cuts on when the door has been closed and consequently sealed shut with a heavy thud.
"Lucifer is a bit busy at the moment, so here I am to guide you through your next trial of torment to make you a better person! Soon, the lights will begin to flash and you will see silhouettes acting out a mistake from your past. There won't be names attached, no features… This is a test of honesty and bravery. Will you have it in you to claim the shame and weight of your wrongdoing? If not, you may find some unfortunate side effects that will last for a few days…"
As Mammon promises, the lights begin blinking in rapid succession and shadow figures on the walls of the round room begin to act out whatever sin has been chosen. It is up to the sinners to claim it and talk about it, if it's theirs. If they resist, the show won't stop. Eventually, they'll find the harsh, rapid lights will leave them blind fo two days. Neither sinner will see a sin removed from their list however.
However, if the sinner claims the sin and confesses? Both participants will be released unharmed and receive one sin removal from their list.
Prompt II It seems that the evil witch in the woods did keep some pests away. With her gone, little green goblins have decided to flood into Mammon's kingdom. How… frustrating, really. The mischievous little scamps seem to have it out for the decorations. They slide down chimneys or climb in through windows, open doors, and any other opening to steal the balls and garland and beads being hung up everywhere by demons. They don't stop there, however! They're also stealing food and taking it all back to their hideout in the forest. It may even progress to shiny things sinners own or anything particularly sentimental.
These little guys seem to be drawn towards strong emotion, whether that's anger, sadness, happiness, etc. These feral little creatures will harass whoever they please, or try to encourage them to join in on a little chaos.
That's why Mammon is asking for these creatures to be captured and returned to him so that he can rehome them somewhere far out of the way. For sinners who willingly participate in capturing these little guys, they will receive one sin removal for their troubles.
Follow Me Down
Prompt I WARNINGS: Somnophilia, dubcon, noncon
The mistletoe have returned with a vengeance! Little decorations flutter about like butterflies and trap unsuspecting sinners under them. These awful little plants won't be sated until the sinners trapped under them give each other a little kiss.
Not only that, but they also like to attach themselves to sinners and ride with them everywhere they go. Sinners likely won't realize until someone close to them has been caught in the grasp..
As if that wasn't bad enough, there's a new type this year, unique to Mammon's lands..
Found not just in Mammon’s castle, but the surrounding area, on lampposts, above doorways, hanging from light fixtures, chandeliers and other items (in some cases, the ceiling itself), with other decorations, is the unique mistletoe. Snuggled amongst the expected green is gold berries and flowers, unlike the usual red berries and white flowers found in typical mistletoe. This one is from Mammon’s garden. He’s willing to share its effects with everyone - isn’t that festive of him? .
It seems innocent enough, just hanging there, but for those who’ve been caught under mistletoe in the past in Penance, they might expect to be held in place by the plant. Nothing like that seems to happen when sinners pass under the plant; however, if two people pass under together, one will grow oddly sleepy, and pass out before they can move away..
The other participant could just leave them there, but they will find a desire to kiss, or feel the person, or go further with the passed out individual overtake them. One will find if they try to leave, the desire will grow stronger. What’s more, the passed out individual will not wake up from being shook, slapped in the face, or splattered with water. .
Only engaging with that desire will free them. Once it’s fulfilled, however, they will wake, and it’s up to them if they continue what was started or not..
Prompt II Can't beat the little green menaces, join them!.
If someone seems interested in what they’re doing and doesn’t stop them, the little green gremlins will push the person to a place where the fluffy demons have already plastered a wall with food, shredded shiny cloth and destroyed ornaments. The area will be littered with shiny pieces of glass and freed beads.
They will all giggle and hand the curious sinner an ornament. They will throw ornaments then wait to see if the sinner will join them all chorusing with encouraging laughter and glee. They might be destroying the holiday fixtures and stealing everyone’s food, but they’re merry while they do it.
If a sinner decides to smash that ornament, steal food with them, throw things at walls or otherwise vandalize the castle, they might have a good time, but they might also find a sin like “Deviant” or “Vandal” or “Defacer” added to their sins list. .
On the other hand, the miniature grinches might also invite the sinner back to their place in the forest. Sinners who make it this far will find a clearing littered with the grinches’ spoils, and in the center is a huge tree. Inside the hollowed out tree, the gremlins live as a community. In the center is the food and some of the items they stole. Some of the decorations, however, adorn the inside of the tree. They will share and encourage more mayhem with their adopted sinners.
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 December 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, And it seems to linger for a long time. There is nothing at all. It must be lonely. But it won’t be forever.
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 an old fashioned kingdom.
The demon stationed outside the entrance 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 weary bodies, or recommend ways to spend their time while they're in these new lands. Sorry about the confusion, Hell is just undergoing some rather unhappy changes.
Stand Your Ground It’s no secret that Lucifer has been missing his younger brother, Emmanuel. After tireless search after tireless search showing very little in the way of hope of ever finding him, it seems that Lucifer has taken it upon himself to do a bit of… redecorating. Well enough to get around again, he’s overseeing decorations of the festive sort.
There's a tree being decorated, and he's asking that sinners help, and there are other garish decorations being strung up all over. Sinners may come help thread popcorn on string or hang up some curious looking mistletoe.
If Emmanuel can't be there, he wants to at least celebrate his birthday… even if it's not actually close to his actual birthday. It'll appease God as well, so it's a plus, isn't it?
At least the weather outside is pleasant. There's a chill in the air, but it's not too cold or uncomfortable. The local demons are happy to supply people with furs and capes to wear out, as well as new warm clothes. They may just make one feel like they stepped out of something a bit old fashioned.
There's a spot where the bloody waters have frozen over that's solid enough for ice skating for those interested.
There's also eggnog being served in abundance all throughout the local taverns and the castle. It comes in both spiked and non-alcoholic varieties. Hot chocolate with a little cinnamon is also available that seems strangely quick to chase away the cold.
The Feast The castle dining hall is sudden alive with cheer. Live music plays thanks to a local band, there's cheerful chatter amongst local demons, who seem all too keen to drag sinners into the festivities.
In the center of the dining hall is a large chocolate fountain, with plenty of things to dip in it off to the side. There's a spread of all sorts of gourmet food, as well as a hell boar roasting for all to enjoy.
There's also every sort of dessert one could imagine and a few strange ones that most could never. They come from far away, exotic universes… touch the pulsating purple fruits and pies at your own risk! (Really, it just seems to be very overly sweet.)
Overall, the atmosphere will encourage good cheer and something in the wine being served liberally may encourage sinners to tell each other what they're grateful for.
Reach Up High
Prompt I Unfortunately, Mammon can’t play fun uncle this time and let sinners go unpunished. God is clearly still angry about many things and he doesn’t want to push his own luck with the deity. At least he’s tried to make the punishment… tame. Tame as possible.
There is a round, metal chamber constructed in the depths of his castle. The heavy steel door opens and sinners are guided inside two at a time. There’s a single light that cuts on when the door has been closed and consequently sealed shut with a heavy thud.
"Lucifer is a bit busy at the moment, so here I am to guide you through your next trial of torment to make you a better person! Soon, the lights will begin to flash and you will see silhouettes acting out a mistake from your past. There won't be names attached, no features… This is a test of honesty and bravery. Will you have it in you to claim the shame and weight of your wrongdoing? If not, you may find some unfortunate side effects that will last for a few days…"
As Mammon promises, the lights begin blinking in rapid succession and shadow figures on the walls of the round room begin to act out whatever sin has been chosen. It is up to the sinners to claim it and talk about it, if it's theirs. If they resist, the show won't stop. Eventually, they'll find the harsh, rapid lights will leave them blind fo two days. Neither sinner will see a sin removed from their list however.
However, if the sinner claims the sin and confesses? Both participants will be released unharmed and receive one sin removal from their list.
Prompt II It seems that the evil witch in the woods did keep some pests away. With her gone, little green goblins have decided to flood into Mammon's kingdom. How… frustrating, really. The mischievous little scamps seem to have it out for the decorations. They slide down chimneys or climb in through windows, open doors, and any other opening to steal the balls and garland and beads being hung up everywhere by demons. They don't stop there, however! They're also stealing food and taking it all back to their hideout in the forest. It may even progress to shiny things sinners own or anything particularly sentimental.
These little guys seem to be drawn towards strong emotion, whether that's anger, sadness, happiness, etc. These feral little creatures will harass whoever they please, or try to encourage them to join in on a little chaos.
That's why Mammon is asking for these creatures to be captured and returned to him so that he can rehome them somewhere far out of the way. For sinners who willingly participate in capturing these little guys, they will receive one sin removal for their troubles.
Follow Me Down
Prompt I WARNINGS: Somnophilia, dubcon, noncon
The mistletoe have returned with a vengeance! Little decorations flutter about like butterflies and trap unsuspecting sinners under them. These awful little plants won't be sated until the sinners trapped under them give each other a little kiss.
Not only that, but they also like to attach themselves to sinners and ride with them everywhere they go. Sinners likely won't realize until someone close to them has been caught in the grasp..
As if that wasn't bad enough, there's a new type this year, unique to Mammon's lands..
Found not just in Mammon’s castle, but the surrounding area, on lampposts, above doorways, hanging from light fixtures, chandeliers and other items (in some cases, the ceiling itself), with other decorations, is the unique mistletoe. Snuggled amongst the expected green is gold berries and flowers, unlike the usual red berries and white flowers found in typical mistletoe. This one is from Mammon’s garden. He’s willing to share its effects with everyone - isn’t that festive of him? .
It seems innocent enough, just hanging there, but for those who’ve been caught under mistletoe in the past in Penance, they might expect to be held in place by the plant. Nothing like that seems to happen when sinners pass under the plant; however, if two people pass under together, one will grow oddly sleepy, and pass out before they can move away..
The other participant could just leave them there, but they will find a desire to kiss, or feel the person, or go further with the passed out individual overtake them. One will find if they try to leave, the desire will grow stronger. What’s more, the passed out individual will not wake up from being shook, slapped in the face, or splattered with water. .
Only engaging with that desire will free them. Once it’s fulfilled, however, they will wake, and it’s up to them if they continue what was started or not..
Prompt II Can't beat the little green menaces, join them!.
If someone seems interested in what they’re doing and doesn’t stop them, the little green gremlins will push the person to a place where the fluffy demons have already plastered a wall with food, shredded shiny cloth and destroyed ornaments. The area will be littered with shiny pieces of glass and freed beads.
They will all giggle and hand the curious sinner an ornament. They will throw ornaments then wait to see if the sinner will join them all chorusing with encouraging laughter and glee. They might be destroying the holiday fixtures and stealing everyone’s food, but they’re merry while they do it.
If a sinner decides to smash that ornament, steal food with them, throw things at walls or otherwise vandalize the castle, they might have a good time, but they might also find a sin like “Deviant” or “Vandal” or “Defacer” added to their sins list. .
On the other hand, the miniature grinches might also invite the sinner back to their place in the forest. Sinners who make it this far will find a clearing littered with the grinches’ spoils, and in the center is a huge tree. Inside the hollowed out tree, the gremlins live as a community. In the center is the food and some of the items they stole. Some of the decorations, however, adorn the inside of the tree. They will share and encourage more mayhem with their adopted sinners.
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 December 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.
Rules | Taken | Reserves | Applications
Network | Logs | OOC | Memes