TDM 002 / MERMAY EVENT

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A: Garden Level - CLEAN UP CREW
[WHUH OH YOU'VE DIED AND ENDED UP IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL. A usually beautiful sight--this time it seems the water from heaven is spilling over! Watch your step or you might get a stream of ocean water cascading atop your head like a prop bucket.

The imps and cherubs are hard at work with a water pump tho!! They've got this, really. "Don't mind us, we're just--doing paperwork! Yep!! THAT'S ALL IT IS."

Reassuring. More alarming, you may have noticed that you've changed. Depending on your alignment, you may have more heavenly or hellish traits.............or just for May, you may have AQUATIC traits. That's not worrying!!

Well as some oldbies get teleported to the garden as well, maybe you can ask them some questions!!]


B: HECK-LING TIMES
[Now if you take the elevator down to Hell's Hotel, it's water free! However you may be IMMEDIATELY assaulted by some imps who try to jab you with a shiv. Standard hell greeting!! Maybe someone intervenes or maybe you can like, just punch them. The sheep imps ain't shit. The rest of the hotel is surprisingly nice though, and if you have a room assignment there, you'll find it honestly pretty accommodating.

BUT OUTSIDE? Oh buddy is it still flooded!! Some imps are working hard to pump the water out, but it has the added effect of creating whirlpools. Get sucked into one and not only will you be tossed and turned like laundry, but there's a chance a MEMORY will be tossed right out of you! This could be anything from forgetting your name, your bestie's face, where you live, whatever! Don't worry, the effect will wear off in a few hours, or until someone finds the memory and gives it back to you (in the form of floating seashells that will float near the whirlpools!)]


C: HEAVENLY SING-A-LONGS
[Take the elevator up, and you step in the luxurious Heavenly Hotel! And you may be IMMEDIATELY assaulted by sheep cherubs spritzing you with perfumes or colognes or dolling up your hair. They're here to serve!! Once you get rid of those pests though, feel free to explore the ludicrously divine amenities of the hotel.

OUTSIDE isn't nearly as flooded as Hell, though the local ocean has still expanded greatly, but instead there's a different problem...........there are crabs. And seagulls. And fish?? Singing. They're singing SO much.

You may find a chorus of sea critters at any point in Heaven abruptly bursting into a kiss-the-girl style musical, accidentally revealing a crush you might have, or a silly secret. Better hope passing angels and other residents aren't listening too hard! Of course you can just punt the annoying creatures away. Or eat them. That's an option too, sure. ]



OOC NOTES:
-All effects are optional and last as long as it's fun for you to play with them!
-TDM characters can have mermaid forms or not, up to you!
-This TDM is open to all! For now, you do NOT need to join the comm to play in it!
-Post questions for the mods here
-Remember, playing in the TDM does NOT guarantee your entry or app being accepted into the game proper later down the line!
-Apps open in June! Be sure to read the rules linked there and check the current taken list!
-For current players: TDMs count as game canon AND threads may be used for AC if you wish!
-Remember regardless of your alignment, you are free to travel to whatever level you wish!

Comments

Shiro | Voltron | Heaven

[shiro2hero]

THE GARDEN
What... is happening. What is this even. A flooded garden, okay, sure. That works. He can handle that. The warnings from the weird little aliens rings in his head - dead? Clerical error? None of that is possible. He was just with Pidge and - that stupid weasel. Space weasel. But for now? Now there's a problem to solve.

So, the beefcake of a man, in black and white armor, apparently not having noticed the wings hovering over his shoulderblades, just starts pitching in at the pump. This is how he processes things, apparently. He works at something physical for a while. If he sees anyone else - he'll call out:

"Hey! Give us a hand?"


HEAVEN
Shiro is in a daze. There are tiny creatures (aliens, have to be) fussing over his appearance. Trying to fluff his hair, to take his armor. He hasn't noticed anything new about himself, not just yet. Not the halo made of stars, the way the dark parts of his hair seem to gleam like a nebula.

Instead, he just kind of tries to flag down anyone else. "Help? Little help?"

He has to swat away one of the fluttering creatures trying to undo his chestplate.

Heaven

[bugbeverage]

[ Heaven's stinkiest angel drfits by on tiny white wings and only pauses when Shiro calls out to him. It's not hard to spot a newbie now that he's been in this afterlife for a while. ]

[He flits down and hangs in the air a few feet away.]

Congrats on beefing it, big guy!

[shiro2hero]

[What.]

[What?]

Sorry - what?

[This probably would have been easier to process if Shiro wasn't holding off one of the "angels" in one hand. Like with his hand on their head as they try to push forward.]

[bugbeverage]

You kicked the bucket! You bought the farm!

[ Beetlejuice's attention moves to the little sheep fussing over Shiro. ]

Hey, fellas, do us a favor? SCRAM!

[shiro2hero]

That - no. Just... no. That's not possible.

[He was just sitting with Pidge. Everything was fine. Everyone was fine. Except Slav was there...]

[His shoulders un-hunch a bit when the sheep scatter, though.] Thank you.

cw: drug ment.

[bugbeverage]

Oh, it's possible! But don't sweat it!

[ He flings a smelly arm over Shiro's shoulders. ]

All your worries are over! From here on out--if you'll excuse the weather--you can do anything you want! Climb that mountain! Write that novel! Try a fun new drug! I recommend coke.

[shiro2hero]

I... Don't want to do that?

[What is happening here. He's so confused, but at least the weird little sheep are gone.]

Do you have to do that?

heaven

[bbbrightside]

How unfortunate for Shiro that he ends up flagging down yet another tiny creature. At least this one is a little girl, and less sheep-y than the others.

"Hi! Love your hair," she chirps, hovering close to shiro's eye level. "You said you needed help?"

[shiro2hero]

Still confusing! But he's still very much holding onto the vague hope this is some alien world. This one, also, doesn't seem like she wants to start peeling his armor off. Or combing his hair.

He'll take it.

"Can you - make them stop? Taking my armor?"

[bbbrightside]

"Oh!" Right. The onslaught of hospitality was never much of an issue to Ruby, but she often took things as they came. Somehow, that's not how everyone takes life. Who knew? Not her.

"Guys? Hey, guys!" she starts fluttering up and over Shiro, weaving into the flock of cherubs going about their heavenly business. Each one zipping by before she can get a word in until she takes in a breath and- "Hey!"

Everything screeches to a halt as eyes turn upon the small angel, who was a but huffy from being ignored, but then the moment passed and everyone was looking at her. "...Why doesn't everyone take five? I can handle this."

Either it's her sudden command of the situation... or the fact she asked nicely, but the little guys finally stop fiddling with Shiro's everything and disperse.

[shiro2hero]

The way it all stops mid-work is kind of impressive. Whoever this one is, she must be someone important? Among the flock of whatever these are? Maybe? Or they just respect someone like her more than the big muscle guy with armor.

It doesn't really matter.

They stop, he keeps his clothes on. Or, armor on, in this case. He exhales, and pushes his hand through his hair.

"Thank you. I appreciate the help..." And then he holds out a hand to her. "I'm Shiro."

[bbbrightside]

In a cosmic sort of way, maybe she is important. Or, maybe the flock just likes having her around. Either or...

"Ruby. Ruby Gloom." she takes his hand with both of hers and shakes it. "Sorry about all that fuss. It seems like they really like people showing up here... even if it's supposed to be an accident."

[shiro2hero]

She's really adorable. It's nice to see something cute and friendly instead of cute and annoying.

"Nice to meet you." He's very careful when he shakes her hand. He always is, but how tiny she is? Even more so. "Yeah, so it really was an accident? That's - that's a relief, actually."

I had to… also heaven

[sado]

[ out of nowhere, there’s a shout: ] Hey, you angel bastards! Cut it out! He doesn’t wanna be naked, no dicks out in Heaven!

[ this mountain of a person has walked over to start swatting at the nuisances and, when that doesn’t work, she proceeds to scoop him up bridal-style and walk away. maybe she should have ditched her creepy mask first?

either way, enjoy your new status as a blushing bride, Shiro! despite her imposing air, a cheerful voice spills out of the mask. ]

You okay, man? Did they spray you in the face too? Cheeky little shits.. I shoulda dunked them in the water.

[ should she be setting him down now? because she totally isn’t. whoops. enjoy the conversation and ambience, split-haired dude. ]

I gotta get out of here, they keep singin’ to me and it’s freakin’ me out. And it’s so bright, I’m gonna go blind! Wanna come to Hell with me? [ totally normal question to ask a complete stranger, at least she’s stopped walking to peer down at him. ]

oh ms giant woman....

[shiro2hero]

[If Shiro was capable of a keysmash, verbally, that's precisely what would have come out of his mouth. There's not much he can do besides get picked up (idiot) and hold on. There's a brief flashback through his memory to the last time someone scooped him up like this, so he wonders, for a second, if he's going to be chucked across the room (so to speak) next.]

[It's not Allura, the voice is all wrong. That's the one thing he doesn't think she was able to disguise that well. Plus, she swears. In decidedly not space cursing. She's asking him if he's okay. He knows he should answer. He should say words.]

Uh.

[Yeah that's... that sure is a word, buddy.] I mean - I'm good. I'm - not hurt. Where - what's going on?

[Shiro's better at talking than this, but can you blame him from being completely thrown off by all this?]

What do you mean hell?

fight her space ho

[sado]

[ once they are far enough away from the critters trying to undress him, she carefully sets him on his feet and straightens up again to pat him on the back. ]

Hell! Apparently we died, this place is too bright for me, I’d rather go back to hell. You can tag along if you wanna! At least they don’t try to get you naked down there.. but you might get stabbed. No biggie, I can heal ya!

Ah—

[ suddenly remembering she’s still wearing the mask, she unzips it from the back and tosses her head from side to side to shake her hair out. someone said the mask was creepy, maybe this will help him ease up some. ]

Is that better? Heh, I guess people get creeped out by how big I am. I’m not gonna hurt ya, skunk hair! We’re in the same boat, I’m lookin’ for answers too.

[shiro2hero]

[He staggers, which is not something Shiro is used to doing when people pat him. He takes a step or two forward to keep from wobbling too much.]

So... our options are stabbed. Or naked. I'm not sure either of those are great options, uh - miss.

[Because he hadn't got her name. Just the fact she's Galra sized. And strong. She could be one of them, except? She kind of has human proportions? And - oh. Oh yeah, she's a person. How does she get all that hair under the mask?]

[He shakes his head.]

No, that's not a problem. You just surprised me - I'm not really used to people being able to pick me up. [His expression is a sheepish kind of smile, as he holds a hand out (and up) to her.] Shiro. Found any kind of answer yet?

[sado]

They’re already sayin’ we died, even though they’re full of it! Hmm.. but if had to be naked or get stabbed, I’d pick either one. Wounds heal and, without clothes, I could fight easier! It’s a win-win situation in my book.

[ smiling to herself, she links her hands behind her neck. when he mentions her strength though, she makes a show of flexing her arms as if in a competition. Schwarzenegger wishes he had these guns. ]

I figured if I didn’t they were definitely gonna get ya naked! I think ya had an audience too.. [ was she not supposed to point out the gaggle of angelic maidens giggling and watching Shiro? because the second Noi points at them they scatter like bugs when the lights are turned on. ] Oh? They ran off! Maybe they’re shy.. ? Want their numbers? I could go get ‘em.

[ and she absolutely means that. she takes the offered hand and shakes with an enthusiasm he can expect from her in the future. with her free hand, she points at herself with a thumb. ]

Shiro? It fits! [ she prods at the streak of white in his hair. ] Noi! Sure, don’t call out the bald ass cat in hell because she’s the landlord.

[ … NOI. he was probably expecting something helpful. ]

[shiro2hero]

Hah, well, you've got a great attitude, for sure. I don't know if I could be that accepting of a situation like this.

[He means that as sincerely as a disoriented man can mean it. Her attitude really is admirable! And he can't help the appreciative chuckle at the flexing. Heck yeah, ma'am. You be proud of your guns!]

I... no. I don't want anyone's number. But thanks. I'm all right with my clothes on and no audience.

[And hey, as awful as this situation is proving to be, at least he seems to have made a friend!]

Yeah, it's uh. It's been that way since before the hair happened. Easier for a lot of people to pronounce. [we have never forgotten or forgiven the time they pronounced his first name wrong.] It's nice to meet you, Noi. I think you're the friendliest face I've met so far.

heaven

[addickted]

"Yeah, just a sec--"

Cue the eight foot tall lanky white-and-pink suited spider demon coming over to grab a couple of the fluttery cherubs -- one in each of three hands -- and just. Dropkicking them into the horizon.

A pause, as they watch the little guys just saaaaaail away. Angel takes a slow sip of the pink, bubbly beverage he's got in one hand. Then: "You good, hot stuff?"

[shiro2hero]

Whoa.

Shiro's not sure, honestly, which part has his brain short circuiting. The giant spider person. The drop kicking. Or the question ending in what has to be a compliment. Right?

So he just kind of... fumbles.

"I uh. Yes? Maybe?"

[addickted]

Angel has one set of spindly arms on his hips, the other crossed, because he is just 97% limb. He watches the horizon meditatively, then turns back to the new guy.

"Yeah, it takes a sec to get used to those little fuckers. S'why I hang out in Hell, most'a the time."

A pause, a slight headtilt. "You, uh. You freakin' out? Cause I only know sexy CPR, which ain't as effective."

[shiro2hero]

Angel is clearly an alien. That's the only answer for all of this. Which makes it infinitely easier to absorb what he's looking at. Who he's looking at. Who helped him out here.

"What are they?" He'd be more worried about "Hell" and all, but that's clearly just a place name. Not the place old religions talked about.

"I... no, no! CPR. Not necessary." Sexy CPR?? "No, it's fine. I'm fine. How are you?"

[addickted]

Honestly, what are demons if not the aliens of Hell? #makesuthink

Angel looks down at the slightly-dazed newcomer, reaching out with one of his (many, many) hands to smooth a feather back into place. "Cherubs. Think'a them like Heaven's cockroaches. Spawn all over, hide in the crevices, can't get stomped to death."

Then he laughs, exposing a -- oh, god a full mouth of razor-sharp teeth. "I'm fine n' dandy, sweetcheeks. I ain't the one lookin' like he just saw a ghost. I mean, I know I'm hot, but c'mon, quit gapin' or I'll get embarrassed~"

[shiro2hero]

This is the weirdest day ever.

"Cherubs?" He looks around, too, like he's trying to spot any more that pop out. Thankfully, no. Angel has chased them all off. "Aren't... those from that old religion? On Earth?"

How is an alien referencing old Earth religions. What is happening.

Shiro's brain registers the teeth. He registers all the arms and the height, but it has apparently hung itself up on the complimentary 'sweetcheeks'. Apparently, however, he's being rude. "Sorry - I - didn't mean to. This is just a lot." He'll seemingly shake himself out, and hold out a hand. "Thank you. I owe you one."