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TEST DRIVE MEME #13

Arrival
You remember a dream.

Or maybe nightmare is more accurate.

It was full of hellfire nipping at your skin and a sensation of being pulled down no matter how much you struggle or cry for help. There's a voice that feels like it's coming from all around you at once. Contrasting with the nightmare unfolding around you, it's smooth as silk. It makes you want to listen with every bit of attention you can muster in the moment.

"Judgement has come upon you, but not to worry. It can still be undone."

The voice promises you redemption for your sins. It promises you a better life and everything you could ever want, if only you just stop struggling so much.

And so you do.

Everyone wakes up in the same room initially. The room is done up in red with a cushy bed, a window, an old TV in the corner on a desk, and a few Hieronymus Bosch paintings lining the wall. There's a bathroom to clean up in and any belongings will be sat around the room to be gathered later. There's a duffel bag provided for your convenience.

After feeling a sensation of falling or dropping onto the bed, characters wake up feeling like they've just slept for a week. Their body will feel heavy and stiff, they'll have a massive headache at first.

They'll quickly notice the list of their sins written with their blood on a bedside table on an old piece of parchment. This will mean the list is tied to them and can't be changed or tampered with. They'll also receive their device to connect with others and the network. It won't be anything terribly fancy. As a matter of fact, it looks like a very old Blackberry type phone.

Once characters are ready to leave the room, they'll head down long, winding halls. They're dimly lit and ominous feeling. They may encounter fellow sinners or demonic staff that will direct the newcomer down to the lobby to get their actual room key to settle in. They may be pushy, they may border on courteous. It really just depends on the mood of the staff at the time and how they're treated in return. Eventually, everyone comes to stairs that lead downward.

Once down to the lobby, you'll notice the front desk manned by a demon who looks bored out of its mind. To the side of him is the door to the kitchen where guests may help themselves. To the right is a small duty free shop that seems to have a surprisingly normal, expected stock of items. Look around a bit further, there will be a tiny bar tucked in through a corner door. It seems pretty well-stocked and best of all, there's a demonic bartender who seems to know how to mix any drink you can imagine (and a few you can't). Of course there's some seating, bar games, and a jukebox tucked in the corner if you'd rather stay and socialize a bit. There's also a new addition of a karaoke machine.

Please note that all the songs on the jukebox are appropriately hell-themed. Hopefully Sympathy for the Devil is universally loved.


Welcome to My Nightmare
Familiar whispers are starting among the demons of Hell yet again! The big carnival is happening soon and it's going to be even bigger than before. Apparently the clowns are out, but special guests are in!

The names Bellas Mammon, and Verinne float around excitedly. Something about the angel is spat about with less enthusiasm from time to time. If the demons are pressed for additional information they'll just say that if the carnival guests are pleased, Hell is in for a grand expansion.

If asked how the carnival guests are to be pleased the demons will simply laugh and tell sinners not to worry. So, new denizen of Hell, guess what! Even with such little information to go on, you get to help the demons get everything ready for the upcoming event. Exciting!


Prompt I: We Built This City
WARNINGS: mentions of violence and drugs

Within the gates of our lovely Penance community a large portion of the area is currently in the process of being cleared away. Demons will be grabbing unsuspecting sinners and dragging them into the process without a care of whether they want to help or not. Sinners will work clearing charred debris, constructing stands, cleaning up dilapidated buildings, stringing lights and other decorations, and more.

Curiously, the only things that seem to be off-limits are rides and games, just like the last time. Hands off, buddy. Those are a surprise.

Unfortunately for all the guests involved, it seems like the demons are very serious about their role as supervisor. Cracking the whip isn't just a figure of speech is what we’re saying. If they catch anyone slacking off they will be punished accordingly. A swift hit, a hard shove, a good lashing with the whip for those who are particularly naughty. They may even just crack it if they think a sinner isn't working as fast or as hard as they could.

Well, now you know how serious they're taking this. After all, there's so much work to be done and such little time.

That said, the demons aren't entirely heartless. Just before a sinner collapses from exhaustion or dehydration, they'll be allowed to go treat themselves to some sandwiches and water. There's also an energy drink available simply called Speed Bull.

Knowing Hell, the 'healthy vitamins and minerals' contained in it are probably just code for actual speed. Ah, well, at least it keeps you going. Might want to be careful though. Drinking too many will lead you to, well, die (again). Might not be permanent, but isn’t fun or productive!

Those sinners who are especially resistant or otherwise naughty while constructing booths and other carnival necessities will find themselves put on porta potty duty. Arguably the worst duty of all, and they just might find themselves compelled to do so even if they hate it.

Other areas the guests will be able to help with include the tunnel of love, pens for a petting zoo, and the fun house, but they may not want to gaze into the mirrors too long...


Prompt II: The Maze of Mirrors
WARNINGS: mentions of mental health, addiction, violence, and sex

Those lucky enough to get a glimpse at the carnival’s fun house will notice an incomplete room full of mirrors. There’s no demons around cracking whips at the moment and there’s something about it that just feels like it’s calling to you. It’s clearly unfinished and they likely need some help, right? Might as well investigate.

If guests choose to enter this room, they will soon discover it's far larger than it seemed at first glance. Stranger yet, the room is a maze that seems to shift and change with every corner you turn. Didn’t you just enter from that direction? Well, looks like it’s a dead end now. Guess you’ll have to find another way out.

The longer someone stays trapped in this maze of mirrors the more they start to feel different. Sinners begin to change mentally and emotionally into their darkest nature. All the secret parts of themselves that they try to hide from everyone come rushing to the surface and this can also be actual secrets themselves!

Do you struggle with anger? Depression? Been holding yourself together by a thread for too long? Actually afraid of everything? Recovered addict? Jealous of that bitch Stacey? Itching to just murder someone? Maybe you’re a bit of a nymphomaniac or a compulsive liar. Perhaps you’ve been holding back on saying what’s really on your mind to some people or maybe you have a deep secret that’s itching to get out and you don’t care who hears it... like that one time you left someone to die, or when cheated on your significant other with their sibling.

Well good sinner, now feels like a great time to clear the air! Let people know who you really are. There might be someone else stuck in there with you who you can kill, or fuck, or yell all the things you’ve wanted to say to them (or just say in general) but haven’t. If not? Good thing there’s a network in Hell, and the reception seems to be excellent today.

This maddening desire to reveal secrets and become that which is often hidden grows stronger the longer a person remains in the maze of mirrors.

There are two ways someone can be brought back to their more normal selves: either by the acceptance and forgiveness from another person resulting in immediate relief, or by finally finding a way out. Although it may linger a few hours after exit until finally all returns to normal.




Something in the Air Tonight

Prompt I: Something In The Air
WARNINGS: mentions of body horror transformations

After everyone's fun time spent in the mental asylum earlier in the month, it looks as though the monster business isn’t quite done and over with. Perhaps sinners missed taking care of a small scratch or maybe the taint has just spread some other way, but sinners (old and new alike) may find themselves beginning to change, physically.

It may start out simple enough. An ache or a pain that could be blamed on a long day of construction or sleeping on the lumpy, uncomfortable beds, but it will soon progress. Fingernails may fall out as fingers turn to claws, legs may start melting together until a sinner is left with something that looks decidedly snake-like. It may feel like one's body is attempting to tear itself apart only to leave them with slimy tentacles.

Eventually, affected sinners might start to even think differently. Whether their physical mutations are big or small, are specific to one animal or several, or are the variety of horrific unidentified monsters from someone’s worst nightmare, the affected may begin to lose their higher state of consciousness for something more primal and animalistic.

Don't worry, Lucifer will reassure you all that this is only a temporary state of being! They’re working on getting everyone back to normal as we speak, so in the meantime just… try to enjoy it. It’s not all that bad, is it?


Prompt II: They Did The Monster Smash (nsfw)
WARNINGS: continued mentions of body horror

While under this transformation, some sinners may feel an innate desire for a night of debauchery. Whatever their monstrous state is, they find themselves wandering into the sex portion of the night club. While the mutations may be as small as claws and teeth, those experiencing it will also find themselves with an insatiable need to breed.

As the night goes on, people will find themselves more than just physically affected and begin displaying the following characteristics:

Alpha
  • Traditionally strong and dominant types. They are protective and extremely jealous once they’ve found a mate.
  • It is not uncommon for Alpha’s to fight over their chosen Omega with other Alphas.
  • When next to an omega in heat, they may enter into a rut state where their main concern will be claiming and mating with their chosen partner.
  • Ruts will send alphas into an extreme frenzy and cause them to be very aggressive.
  • They will be overwhelmed with the desire to dominate and have sex.

    When an Alpha is close to climax, their genitals will swell and knot or entrap their partner in order to further ensure breeding. This swelling locks two people together for up to thirty minutes. During this period, it is not possible to pull apart from one another and may result in several rounds of intercourse. Keep in mind, however, that the more sex you engage in the longer it will take for the swelling to ease.

    Omega
  • Traditionally submissive types who aim to please. They are physically inferior to alphas and have an innate urge to be claimed and possessed.
  • When in heat, omegas experience fevers that can be dangerous if allowed to rise. The only cure for this is an orgasm.
  • Heats may last up to three days. During this time period, omegas will be insatiable. So much so it might become painful the longer they don’t mate.
  • They will be drawn towards the strongest alpha. Omegas put off a scent that will attract mates, particularly during heat, that often encourages alphas to fight for the right to breed with them among other alphas.
  • Bites to the neck may calm a feisty omega, but keep in mind that this may also cause a mating bond with them.
  • Omega’s during heat often become extremely self-lubricated.

    Both Alpha and Omega may experience intense lasting orgasms with excessive amounts of cum to further ensure breeding. If an Omega cannot find a suitable mate they will find themselves incapable of satiation. Nothing is enough until a mate is found and even then, heat might hit them again soon after climax.

    There’s another category, the Beta. These are those who aren’t really affected either way. Some of these patrons are still experiencing physical mutations but don’t seem to have the same heat and desire to breed. Others might not even be physically changed at all.

    This can make things a little bit awkward, though. Especially when even the succubi and incubi are affected along with other demonic staff and guests. They may be eagerly dragging people, staff and sinners alike, off for a rough breeding session.

    Of course, because it’s a sex club there’s plenty of other things to do. As always, no guest is safe from the potential of being dragged on stage for a demo or two. There are plenty of rooms with various themes for your delight including all sorts of toys and fucking machines. Anything you could imagine, really!

    More information on what to find in the sex club here.


    IMPORTANT NOTE: The mods recognize that abo is considered a slur against aboriginal peoples in Australia. It is important to us that we recognize this and clarify that such a term outside of alpha/beta/omega context is harmful and uncool. Stay groovy, and have fun!


    Wildcard
    Not looking for debauchery or looking for a different kind? That’s alright! The club itself has plenty of other options such as a separate side explicitly for dancing. Drink up, maybe do a few lines, and dance the night away. There’s also a spa, a pool, a library, and all sorts of other areas for your character to explore now that they’re in hell.

    You can find more information on the various locations here





    Misc.
    Hey, guys! Welcome to our new TDM for the June 1st app round! As always, feel free to jump right on in, potential appers and current members alike! This TDM counts as an additional game event, as well as game canon for those coming into the game. 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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  • vexant: (eCHs4Xs)

    [personal profile] vexant 2020-06-08 06:03 am (UTC)(link)
    "You're reaching." And he's snorting in response, like it doesn't bother him (it does) and he doesn't give a shit (he does). But Teddy has already lost. He can't win this. Julian's barely doing anything and he's already struggling.

    But instead of just crushing his heart and deciding he's done with it, Julian raises a hand and snaps his index finger and thumb. It's for show, but the moment the snap sounds? He tries to crush the tendons in the back of Teddy's ankles to knock him onto the ground. He's sure Teddy can recover from it, he's not trying to permanently disable him.

    Just disable him for now.
    goldtoxicity: (Default)

    [personal profile] goldtoxicity 2020-06-08 06:18 am (UTC)(link)
    [ this isn't like julian. he's always seemed just a little uncertain, not ready. exposed in all he doesn't know when faced with josh's experience.

    being commanding sure, that was his personality. being this bold - biting, certain, it's a fucking turn-on. enough to elicit a filthy moan and a desperate rut of his hips before he's scrambling to try to follow his command, foreplay is great and all but there's a deep and primal need here that has him fumbling with their zippers. ]


    Fuck. [ he takes a steadying breath, licking his lips as he finally makes some goddamn headway seconds feel like hours. he doesn't think he's ever kicked a pair of pants off so fast in his life, focusing on julian. that intoxicating scent - julian's scent, powerful and perfect - is so much stronger now, it makes his head spin. ] I need you right now.
    headmaster: (alaric009)

    [personal profile] headmaster 2020-06-08 06:26 am (UTC)(link)
    Jade's been gone for years because I didn't have the nerve to stake her the first time she put your life in danger. I imprisoned her because I was too soft to kill her.

    [Leaving them alive always comes back to haunt him. That is the real takeaway of the prison world.]
    vexant: (Default)

    [personal profile] vexant 2020-06-08 06:41 am (UTC)(link)
    ( he doesn't care about foreplay. hell, julian doesn't know if he ever gave a damn about it here. before? probably. but he's got a game of push and shove with josh that's never really needed it. because all of this, even from before whatever the hell is going on--is just them being themselves. uncomplicated. no strings.

    except right now? julian's definitely feeling a little more possessive than normal. angrier that the marks don't stick, enough that he's biting harder and leaving a trail of teeth indents that will fade with no time for josh but definitely would have left marks for a while on anyone else. he presses his nose in against his clavicle, takes in the scent of josh. gives a little sound of confirmation against his skin before his belt and the waistband of his jeans just. undo themselves with the helpful arch of his hips off the couch. )


    The only one slowing you down is you. ( look, he's hard. he already told josh what to do. julian even helpfully ruts his hips up, rocks to try and get his cock to press against josh's ass once his pants are down enough and he's pulled himself loose from boxers. )
    thevelmster: (Smiling)

    [personal profile] thevelmster 2020-06-08 06:54 am (UTC)(link)
    [When she notices him staring, Velma cannot help the blush that creeps over he cheeks. To hide it, she busies herself with regaining her steadiness, letting her hair fall a bit into her face to assist.

    The comment on arrows brings her gaze back up to him, but it's that follow up mention that has her interest clearly piqued. Don't mind her pulling at that thread.
    ]

    What sort of other things?

    [For now, she has control of her battle against gravity, a lot thanks to him.]

    As good as I'll ever be under the circumstances. Thank you.
    noassgardian: (b | sad smile)

    [personal profile] noassgardian 2020-06-08 07:05 am (UTC)(link)
    "I hope I don't become one." How can he say for sure though? He really, really can't.

    "I don't know, Sets. I guess we're screwed." He's quick to give an apologetic look. It's hard to be optimistic for himself, but-- he shouldn't drag Setsuna down too.

    "Look, you can't wonder about that. It could happen, or you could become even greater than what you are."
    goldtoxicity: (Default)

    [personal profile] goldtoxicity 2020-06-08 07:06 am (UTC)(link)
    Shut up.

    [ except don't. talk more. tell him what to do. give him a second to compose himself or don't.

    fuck.

    the brush of julian's cock against his ass is enough to blank out his thoughts, josh shudders and rocks back against him. he's - wet? there's something to try to consider later, how the hell his body's suddenly gained that feature, but it's been a while and if he's being totally honest he hasn't done a hell of a lot of bottoming. he thinks he should maybe stretch first.

    except that thought goes out the window before it has a chance to even settle. he rests one hand on julian's shoulder and sits up on his knees, the other hand dipping between his legs to finger himself open. it's quick, it's desperate, his fingers aren't enough by a fucking long shot and the second he's sure he can get it in he's taking hold of julian's dick, lining it up, and pressing down with a shuddering sigh of relief. ]
    noassgardian: (b | suspicious)

    [personal profile] noassgardian 2020-06-08 07:19 am (UTC)(link)
    [He rolls his eyes at that admission, bites back the 'no shit' he wants to spit out. Instead, he looks around to make sure they're not being watched too closely before he reaches down for Tommy's wrist.]

    Come on, we're sneaking off before our supervisors pull out the whips.
    noassgardian: (b | suspicious)

    [personal profile] noassgardian 2020-06-08 07:34 am (UTC)(link)
    He doesn't really need to encourage Billy too much to get that. There's a low growl as nails rake over his arms. His hips snap forward harder, rougher as his hand slides from Johns cock to tangle into John's hair, pulling it sharply to get him to tilt his head back, give him even more access to his neck.

    Fuck-- "Is this what you want?"
    anti_altruisms: (The emptiness you always knew.)

    [personal profile] anti_altruisms 2020-06-08 07:58 am (UTC)(link)
    [ ...well. Her reaction confirms one thing he'd been curious about. The look at his shoulder, in particular, tells him quite a bit.

    For now, though, he simply brushes it off. ]


    An excellent question. Unfortunately, I don't have an answer for it.

    [ There is no Holy Grail here, and besides that, this isn't the afterlife he technically belongs to. (If it is indeed that, of course.) ]

    Did anything significant happen before you arrived here?
    springtimeshadow: gloomy, avoidant, upset (039)

    [personal profile] springtimeshadow 2020-06-08 08:03 am (UTC)(link)
    [ Ha ha ha. "Anything significant," he asks.

    Sakura's gaze remains askance, and if anything her expression becomes even more gloomy than before. ]


    ... Um.

    [ That appears to be a full sentence. ]
    conjobs: (03)

    [personal profile] conjobs 2020-06-08 10:10 am (UTC)(link)
    "Nnngh-" John gasps, the tugging in his hair making his eyes flutter and his body go limp. There is a glossy sheen over his eyes and he isn't in the right frame of mind to worry about how they spill over when he squeezes his eyes shut.

    "Yes-" A gasp and a choked sob cuts him off as he clenches down hard and his back arches from the bed.

    "Jerk me off." It doesn't sound like a command, regardless of John's intentions. It just sounds like he's hurting in that dubious space between not feeling good kind of hurt and nothing feels better than this kind of hurt.
    hypoxic: (that people won't stop fighting?)

    [personal profile] hypoxic 2020-06-08 02:33 pm (UTC)(link)
    [The recognition is there, and noted, and that's enough to prick at the edges of something half-remembered. Hydra personnel? From which version? One of Ward's goons, maybe?]

    What's your name?
    anti_altruisms: (You really are hopeless.)

    [personal profile] anti_altruisms 2020-06-08 02:47 pm (UTC)(link)
    [ Well...he supposes he should have expected that. Archer lets out a sigh. ]

    Too soon, hm?

    [ He's just assuming things got a whole lot worse. ]

    I would say you could probably use a drink, but you're a little too young for that.
    Edited 2020-06-08 14:48 (UTC)
    springtimeshadow: looking down, hiding behind bangs (029)

    [personal profile] springtimeshadow 2020-06-08 02:56 pm (UTC)(link)
    ... It's okay.

    [ It is very obviously Not Okay, her hands are shaking a little, and she brings them to her chest and clutches them there in an attempt to make them stop doing so. ]

    It's... at least now Senpai and Nee-san and-- everyone else, will be safe, so... there's nothing to worry about.
    hybrid_prince: Theodore "Teddy" Altman from Death's Head ([Hulkling] WHAM)

    [personal profile] hybrid_prince 2020-06-08 03:10 pm (UTC)(link)
    The power absolutely does his tendons in, and Teddy cries out in pain as he falls to his knees. And then he's growling, clawed hands lashing out at Julian's legs, looking to tear those open, even as his tendons were already healing.
    hybrid_prince: Theodore "Teddy" Altman from Young Avengers Volume II ([Teddy] Am I Even Real?)

    [personal profile] hybrid_prince 2020-06-08 03:12 pm (UTC)(link)
    Both? In another situation that might be something he jumped at. For right now he reaches out, one large hand curling around Cain's waist to pull the man closer to him. Nope, Billy, he's stronger. This is his.

    "I can do more than you can imagine, B."
    hybrid_prince: Theodore "Teddy" Altman from Young Avengers Volume II (Default)

    [personal profile] hybrid_prince 2020-06-08 03:16 pm (UTC)(link)
    It's that, or they beat people, Tom. Doing this means others don't have to do it, and since we're stronger...

    [Yep, in hell, protecting people. Soon Tommy has things set up and Teddy moves to start doing the heavier work, and even spreads wings to get himself airborne enough for the higher things.]
    hybrid_prince: Theodore "Teddy" Altman from Young Avengers Volume II (Default)

    [personal profile] hybrid_prince 2020-06-08 03:19 pm (UTC)(link)
    Nothing is fine. Everything is happening, and Teddy is definitely part of the happening. Josh approaches and he looks, smells good in that way that so many others have. In the way that makes Teddy lose control and he likes it. By now he's definitely felt good with other people, felt like enjoying other people quite a bit, and he's smiling at Josh.

    Gold would look so good next to green.

    "All the better to keep people in line with."
    anti_altruisms: (We say goodbye.)

    [personal profile] anti_altruisms 2020-06-08 03:43 pm (UTC)(link)
    [ For a moment, he doesn't know what to say.

    Of course, it's good to know that things have resolved, that the war will end without its worst elements getting their way. He never expected the war to have a happy ending either, but the way she says it tugs on what's left of his shriveled, atrophied heart.

    He hums softly. ]


    And now you're here.

    [ A neutral statement. ]

    Has this place been explained to you?
    springtimeshadow: looking down, hiding behind bangs (029)

    [personal profile] springtimeshadow 2020-06-08 03:48 pm (UTC)(link)
    [ Sakura only shakes her head to indicate no, not seeming to trust herself to speak just yet.

    She understands in broad terms, of course. It's all right there when you come in. But nothing that could be termed a full explanation. And besides, she doesn't feel like talking overly much, so-- it's easier to let someone else do it right now, as she continues to hide her face beneath her bangs and look steadfastly at the ground. ]
    decaf: (Default)

    [personal profile] decaf 2020-06-08 03:52 pm (UTC)(link)
    Hmn.

    I don't remember stepping into a portal, or anything like that. I was asleep last I checked. [ Trying to build a web and failing now that he has his new flat. Still not comfortable it seems. ] I don't think I was brought here through space travel.

    Maybe you're right, but I'll be damned if I don't learn the logic behind it.
    decaf: (Default)

    [personal profile] decaf 2020-06-08 04:10 pm (UTC)(link)
    "Not particularly no. He was a terribly inept teacher."

    Which was true, for the most part. He was tenured, a professor long before he hatched but that doesn't mean he was a decent educator. Elcin shifts, legs adjusting his weight as he looks at one of the mirrors. He at least looks relatively normal, the trick making his legs longer than usualy.

    "I've never heard of the Zabrak. Are they a space faring race?" And warriors too. There's not been a need for warriors in quite some time.
    decaf: (Default)

    [personal profile] decaf 2020-06-08 04:28 pm (UTC)(link)
    We are mainly focused on medicinal research. Virus study and making vaccines to combat them. [ He pauses. ]

    We're in the process of trying to find a cure for a new disease unRavl. It's a nasty piece of work. We pulled the old data to try and revisit it with the new Bio-Med scientists we've hired.

    I, specifically, am working on stem cell research.
    hatejakku: (back)

    [personal profile] hatejakku 2020-06-08 05:01 pm (UTC)(link)
    [ Something about biting was another instinct currently yelling at him, but it was one that felt a bit more important than everything else they were doing. Which made no sense once or ever. It's just biting.

    But it's the idea of it, too. Anyone who sees the mark Finn left behind would know that Poe was already taken, would know that Poe was his. A bit of a problematic thought, to say the least, but it still made electricity spark up his spine. His whine turned into a growl, holding Poe tighter against him, his movements getting harder.

    But his Omega Poe wanted it of him, asked it of him, and he was absolutely powerless to deny him anything like this. So he nuzzled around to the side of his neck and bit down a lot harder than he had before. He could almost taste the metallic tang of blood while his hand wrapped around his cock, desperate to give Poe everything. ]