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isleofavalon2021-02-02 04:01 pm
birdflipping) wrote in isleofavalon2021-02-02 04:01 pm
[open] february catch-all
Who: Nero and you
What: Cupid arrow effects, syncing magic, and other awkward mishaps
When: Throughout February
Where: Camelot
Warnings: Nero being a gross simp??? look I warned you okay
1. Cupid's Arrow Beta Testing (Quest)
[After being struck with an unfortunate experimental arrow, Nero has been acting a little... off. Not that he's noticed it himself, but the arrow has proven perhaps a little too effective, and he's either falling in love with anyone he lays eyes on, or -- if the feelings are more platonic -- decidedly more affectionate around them than usual.
One of the ways this manifests is Nero following your character around while trying to be subtle about it. In reality, he's more like a puppy starved for attention. Maybe it's little things like offering to carry your shopping or training equipment like a gentleman-- "Hey, is that heavy? Let me help." Or maybe he's very awkwardly approaching and starting up small talk about how much the rain sucks, while shyly avoiding eye contact, because oh no he's gotten the attention of the person he likes. Maybe you're doing a quest, and he swoops in to the rescue! Even if you didn't need rescuing, it looked like you were in danger! He's here to help!!!
Whatever scenario you choose, he is here, and he is ready to simp. Sorry about that.]
2. Sync or Swim
a. [Nero had good intentions to put in some serious magic practice, but it's taken so long for a partner to show up that he's a little too relaxed in one of the meditation tents set up. Whoever walks in will find him sprawled out and apparently dozing with an arm across his face, listening to some mellow beats (even if the lyrics are... not so much?). When he hears someone enter he rolls over and cracks open an eye, squinting.]
...Come on, can't a guy nap in peace?
[Was napping the real plan all along? Who knows.]
b. [After the syncing is finished, Nero parks himself by the bonfire. He's both officially done with all the touchy-feely happenings this month, but he also can't get rid of the nagging feeling of loss that's been bothering him since the synchronised spellcasting ended. It's both depressing and annoying in equal measure.]
What a pain in the ass. [He mutters to himself. It's tempting to get up and leave instead of just sitting around feeling sorry for himself, but he's stuck here at least until his shadow comes back.]
[If you'd like to hash out any specifics for the first prompt, hit me up at![[plurk.com profile]](https://plurk.com/favicon.ico)
moonsilver or via PM! As mentioned in the prompt, it can be romantic or platonic affection if you have a preference either way. For the second prompt, I'm happy for the syncing to fail or succeed either way depending on the CR!]
What: Cupid arrow effects, syncing magic, and other awkward mishaps
When: Throughout February
Where: Camelot
Warnings: Nero being a gross simp??? look I warned you okay
1. Cupid's Arrow Beta Testing (Quest)
[After being struck with an unfortunate experimental arrow, Nero has been acting a little... off. Not that he's noticed it himself, but the arrow has proven perhaps a little too effective, and he's either falling in love with anyone he lays eyes on, or -- if the feelings are more platonic -- decidedly more affectionate around them than usual.
One of the ways this manifests is Nero following your character around while trying to be subtle about it. In reality, he's more like a puppy starved for attention. Maybe it's little things like offering to carry your shopping or training equipment like a gentleman-- "Hey, is that heavy? Let me help." Or maybe he's very awkwardly approaching and starting up small talk about how much the rain sucks, while shyly avoiding eye contact, because oh no he's gotten the attention of the person he likes. Maybe you're doing a quest, and he swoops in to the rescue! Even if you didn't need rescuing, it looked like you were in danger! He's here to help!!!
Whatever scenario you choose, he is here, and he is ready to simp. Sorry about that.]
2. Sync or Swim
a. [Nero had good intentions to put in some serious magic practice, but it's taken so long for a partner to show up that he's a little too relaxed in one of the meditation tents set up. Whoever walks in will find him sprawled out and apparently dozing with an arm across his face, listening to some mellow beats (even if the lyrics are... not so much?). When he hears someone enter he rolls over and cracks open an eye, squinting.]
...Come on, can't a guy nap in peace?
[Was napping the real plan all along? Who knows.]
b. [After the syncing is finished, Nero parks himself by the bonfire. He's both officially done with all the touchy-feely happenings this month, but he also can't get rid of the nagging feeling of loss that's been bothering him since the synchronised spellcasting ended. It's both depressing and annoying in equal measure.]
What a pain in the ass. [He mutters to himself. It's tempting to get up and leave instead of just sitting around feeling sorry for himself, but he's stuck here at least until his shadow comes back.]
[If you'd like to hash out any specifics for the first prompt, hit me up at
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[Wait, hold on, pause. What did he just say?]
...Huh? Y-you mean that? Seriously?
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[Oops, did he say that part aloud? By now he's going a little pink in the face. Crap, uh.]
--I mean, you can pick anything you want. [PLAY IT COOL NERO]
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U-um. Wow. Okay. I. Um.
[That was 100% coherent, sure.]
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Listen, I know we just met, but... I really like you. So if you need something, I'll get it.
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Deep down, she knew her sister would find this hilarious.]
...If- if you're sure! Um, no one's- um- said that to me before- um-
[Was it taking advantage to ask him to buy her something? Well, it's what 'Junko' would do right?]
...Yeah, I'd- I'd like that-
W-well I do really need something like a sheath for this thing- so- if you like? But, like, that doesn't mean I owe you any weird favours okay??
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[... He says it like he can take it, but his kokoro would be brokero.]
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[Gods how did her sister deal with people like this without getting completely flustered? She was pretty sure her face was bright red as she was stumbling over her words.]
Oh- names! Right! Should probably... my name's Junko Enoshima! A pleasure to meet you...?
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[Her name vaguely rings a bell, but he can't think why. Probably because he's too busy making metaphorical heart eyes at her to think clearly. He doesn't even seem to mind how flustered she is, turning to lead her into the store and looking around.]
Looks like they have a pretty big selection... Anything catch your eye?
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[Despite the very weird circumstances, anyway.
There was so much here...! Mukuro, too, was distracted by metaphorical heart eyes - but unfortunately for Nero, it was directed at the weapon displays rather than at him.]
They really do have lots, huh?? You wouldn't think there was so much from just looking on the outside...
[Heading over to the scabbards, she got her knife out and started matching up the sizes to find something that would do the job...
Oh, that one was awesome looking, and it could probably fit under her skirt!]
Hey, Nero, look at this one~!
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Looks good to me. No risk of it poking your leg, and it's pretty stylish, too. [the #aesthetic is just as important!]
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[More importantly, it looked practical, and it was made of good materials as well.]
Yeah...this looks like exactly the sort of thing that'd work.
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[And without a second thought, he's picking up the sheath that she'd selected and taking it to the counter.]
It'll look great on you. Is there anything else you need? [He'd buy the whole store if he could afford it, if his eager expression is anything to go by.]
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Evidently, it was only now that she realised that Nero was being 110% serious when he talked about buying her something!]
Oh- um- no I- I don't think so!
Are you serious??
[Oh look, she's getting flustered again.]
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Here. You'll have to let me know how it fits when you try it on later.
[He'd totally rush back to the store and get her a new one if there's any problems...!]
She's such an awkward dweeb I swear
Mind. Blown.]
Yeah, of course! Thanks, you're the best~
[And then came the silence.
...Okay she had literally no idea how to date people she's never done this before so- uh- quick, what would her sister do??
...
Awkwardly just grabbing his hand, she gave him her best grin.]
Hey, do you wanna go, like, get some street food or something? I saw a couple of stalls on the way here and the food smelt totally great!
[Maybe something like that?
...Oh Gods she was holding his hand send help.]
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Sounds good to me. Let's go.
[As they leave the store, while he's looking ahead for the stalls she mentioned, he also can't keep his eyes off her for long.]
How long have you been in Avalon? [He's trying to keep it casual and not get too intense off the bat, but he also wants to know more about her.]
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[Keep it casual, keep it cool!]
How're you finding the whole magic thing?
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[It's said sarcastically, at least until he remembers who he's talking to. Then his expression brightens again.]
Well, maybe I am lucky. I got to meet you, after all. [As for magic...] It's taking some getting used to, but I deal with weird shit back home all the time, so it's par for the course.
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I- yeah. I know what you mean. What kinda weird stuff? If you don't mind me asking.
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[Which is why he knows a thing or two when it comes to weapons and sheathes.]
Not much business around here, though, so I stick to monster hunting instead.
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[She's definitely impressed!]
Guessing you mean like the quests and stuff right? Been trying a few myself.
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[Nero, that's like the worst dating proposition ever......]
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Oh, you know, carrying some elves around and going off exploring weird crap in the library, that sort of thing.
But- yeah, we totally should! Next time we see some weird monsters or whatever we can go fight on the board, let's do it! I wanna see what you can do.