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001 | The Welcoming Feast
Who: Everyone!
What: A little bit of explanation, thank goodness.
When: Early morning. (February 15, 2016)
Where: The Heavens. Specifically in the Meeting Hall.
Warnings: Exposition is coming your way, sit back and enjoy the show!
The Heavens have summoned you. And there is no way to turn down a summons from the Heavens. Of course, some of you know where you are and what you are probably doing here, but most of you might be completely confused as to what is going on. All gods have been ushered into the meeting hall, where every person suddenly becomes anonymous and obscured, while every shinki has been gathered up outside in the hallway, both sets to listen to the same message sent by Amaterasu herself. And while you cannot see her properly or really figure out what her voice sounds like, you definitely know that it's her speaking:
'Welcome, one and all, to Takamagahara. There are many new gods and shinki here today, and I hope you all find your stay pleasant. I wish that I could explain to you exactly why you find yourselves here now, but I am unsure of the details myself. Please make use of the shinki dedicated to our services in order to make yourself more acquainted with your new position. You can find them by looking for my golden insignia.
As compensation for the trouble you are all being put through, I have had a wonderful feast prepared. I only hope that it is to your liking. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you would like, though please do not leave before the clock chimes midnight, for that is when your homes will be prepared.
I ask that all pre-existing gods please help those new to our ways. Let them know what is and is not acceptable and what duties will be expected of them. I am counting on your all to support the Heavens in this confusing time as we attempt to sort things out.
Thank you all for your time. And I am truly sorry that you have found yourselves in this situation.
With that, the figure that is Amaterasu bows deeply and disappears from their sights. The gods are released from their chamber and the shinki are allowed to roam. All exits are manned by a white-clad shinki, bearing a golden, embroidered Chrysanthemum on their chests. So, technically, there is no way out. You can't even seem to teleport out by any means.
All that's really left to do is enjoy the food and hope that you'll actually be able to leave after the clock chimes midnight. Though the clock doesn't seem to work on a minute-by-minute basis either...
Banquet Hall
There is food from literally every culture and walk of life here. Everything is prepared gorgeously and deliciously, no expenses spared. There are shinki bearing the Chrysanthemum carrying out new platters of everything as it's eaten up and nothing seems to go hot or cold as time passes - it always at the perfect temperature for eating and it never tastes anything but delicious. Maybe there's a little magic making it taste so good...
On top of the delectable dinner, there are plenty of desserts and every kind of alcohol available and constantly being refilled. The liquor is being offered to gods and shinki alike, no matter how old they are/look. Let's hope that you can hold your alcohol.
Counselling
In the main hallway, there is an innocuous door with a small, nicely written sign that reads "Gentle Counselling". Inside the door is a small room with a few sweetly smiling shinki inside who are willing to listen to your problems and answer any questions you might have. They are also here to help out any gods that are having a hard time dealing with knowing about how their shinki died and also any shinki that is having trouble coming to terms with the fact that they are dead.
Did Someone Say Games?
A large room connected to the back of the banquet hall has a wide variety of games set up for everyone to enjoy. There are old-fashioned board games (like chess and Othello) as well as newer ones (like Candy Land and Sorry!). On top of that, there is every kind of console available with every video game ever made - and plenty of handheld devices for everyone to be able to play. The devices don't seem to work outside of this room, though, so you'll have to stay there if you want to keep playing. Gaming is, after all, a great way to get to know new people!
After Midnight
Finally, the clock starts to chime. It seems like it's been days and yet only minutes at the same time. Time seems to work so strangely here in Takamagahara and it's hard to keep up with what's going on. But now that the shinki guarding the doors have left their posts, you are more than welcome to leave. In fact, the Heavens seem to want you to leave because all of the food has disappeared, none of the games work anymore (including the board games, which keep flipping over when you try to play...), and the friendly shinki are smiling as they usher you out the doors.
You are welcome to start wandering around Takamagahara, but it's an ambiguous sort of place and might just take you straight home anyway. Feel free to go home and start bonding with your partner. Or sneak home with someone else because your partner is a meanie-pants. It's up to you!
In Summary:
What: A little bit of explanation, thank goodness.
When: Early morning. (February 15, 2016)
Where: The Heavens. Specifically in the Meeting Hall.
Warnings: Exposition is coming your way, sit back and enjoy the show!
The Heavens have summoned you. And there is no way to turn down a summons from the Heavens. Of course, some of you know where you are and what you are probably doing here, but most of you might be completely confused as to what is going on. All gods have been ushered into the meeting hall, where every person suddenly becomes anonymous and obscured, while every shinki has been gathered up outside in the hallway, both sets to listen to the same message sent by Amaterasu herself. And while you cannot see her properly or really figure out what her voice sounds like, you definitely know that it's her speaking:
As compensation for the trouble you are all being put through, I have had a wonderful feast prepared. I only hope that it is to your liking. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you would like, though please do not leave before the clock chimes midnight, for that is when your homes will be prepared.
I ask that all pre-existing gods please help those new to our ways. Let them know what is and is not acceptable and what duties will be expected of them. I am counting on your all to support the Heavens in this confusing time as we attempt to sort things out.
Thank you all for your time. And I am truly sorry that you have found yourselves in this situation.
With that, the figure that is Amaterasu bows deeply and disappears from their sights. The gods are released from their chamber and the shinki are allowed to roam. All exits are manned by a white-clad shinki, bearing a golden, embroidered Chrysanthemum on their chests. So, technically, there is no way out. You can't even seem to teleport out by any means.
All that's really left to do is enjoy the food and hope that you'll actually be able to leave after the clock chimes midnight. Though the clock doesn't seem to work on a minute-by-minute basis either...
Banquet Hall
There is food from literally every culture and walk of life here. Everything is prepared gorgeously and deliciously, no expenses spared. There are shinki bearing the Chrysanthemum carrying out new platters of everything as it's eaten up and nothing seems to go hot or cold as time passes - it always at the perfect temperature for eating and it never tastes anything but delicious. Maybe there's a little magic making it taste so good...
On top of the delectable dinner, there are plenty of desserts and every kind of alcohol available and constantly being refilled. The liquor is being offered to gods and shinki alike, no matter how old they are/look. Let's hope that you can hold your alcohol.
Counselling
In the main hallway, there is an innocuous door with a small, nicely written sign that reads "Gentle Counselling". Inside the door is a small room with a few sweetly smiling shinki inside who are willing to listen to your problems and answer any questions you might have. They are also here to help out any gods that are having a hard time dealing with knowing about how their shinki died and also any shinki that is having trouble coming to terms with the fact that they are dead.
Did Someone Say Games?
A large room connected to the back of the banquet hall has a wide variety of games set up for everyone to enjoy. There are old-fashioned board games (like chess and Othello) as well as newer ones (like Candy Land and Sorry!). On top of that, there is every kind of console available with every video game ever made - and plenty of handheld devices for everyone to be able to play. The devices don't seem to work outside of this room, though, so you'll have to stay there if you want to keep playing. Gaming is, after all, a great way to get to know new people!
After Midnight
Finally, the clock starts to chime. It seems like it's been days and yet only minutes at the same time. Time seems to work so strangely here in Takamagahara and it's hard to keep up with what's going on. But now that the shinki guarding the doors have left their posts, you are more than welcome to leave. In fact, the Heavens seem to want you to leave because all of the food has disappeared, none of the games work anymore (including the board games, which keep flipping over when you try to play...), and the friendly shinki are smiling as they usher you out the doors.
You are welcome to start wandering around Takamagahara, but it's an ambiguous sort of place and might just take you straight home anyway. Feel free to go home and start bonding with your partner. Or sneak home with someone else because your partner is a meanie-pants. It's up to you!
In Summary:
- Amaterasu says you're stuck here and she doesn't know why. Sorry!
- There's lots of food to eat, though! Eat your fill.
- Oh, and there's booze too. Try not to get TOO drunk.
- Guidance/Grief counselling is available, if you need it.
- Use gaming to get close to others!
- Try to start bonding with your god/shinki. Or just form new friendships. Whatever you feel best doing!
- Have fun!
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In any case he's not going anywhere. He only sighs a little.
Of course the other doesn't know. They (shinki, Yuto has to remind himself) all lost memory, they're dead--]
I'm Yuto.
[They're dead with no memory of what their life was - Yuto repeats to himself in his mind. And he frowns.
...What if they were siblings? They wouldn't remember that either. But they both look so much alike...]
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[And if he were to piece together all this sudden information-- meeting his lookalike and having similar sounding names. That can't be a coincidence!]
Ah...I'm really happy! I was lonely... [In a room filled with a ton of people? Seems a bit strange. There's a touch of wistfulness before Yuya brightens up into a grin as he releases the hold on his shirt.]
Hey, Yuto, do you think we could've been family?
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Yuto also thinks this can't be coincidence. They had to be family, sibling, twins. And he has to admit to himself, just like Yuya, Yuto also felt all alone in this room filled with strangers where nobody knows him and holds no connection with him. And now when he's found his twin he is glad and doesn't feel so lonely anymore.
But no smile appears on his face. His happiness is quickly suppressed by another feeling. Grieve. They are both dead, they don't remember anything of each other, of their family, of friends, of their hometown, nothing.
After a long moment, Yuto slowly nods in a response to the question.]
...I'm sure... we had to be family.
[It's strange that one can be incredibly happy and incredibly sad at the very same time.]
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Then can we try being family again? We'll have to relearn everything about each other, but I think it's worth a shot!
[It's feels both weird yet right for him to be able to say these things to practically a complete stranger. It wouldn't be wrong to say he's desperate to hold onto something of his past, but he really would like to more about his twin. And if they can be more happy together, that's even better!
...Although he notes that it might take a little effort to get Yuto to smile.]
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But it’s not the case. He already knows what he wants to answer. Yet he still takes an extra moment to say it.
But when he does his voice is firm.]
I want to try. [He looks right into Yuya's eyes. I want to be family again.
That's right. It'll be okay. They are family. They don't know anything about each other now, but... Yuto just knows everything will be okay.]
...I'm glad. I'm glad to see you... [A tiny sigh makes it past his lips.] Even though I'd rather we weren't... [He trails off, frowning again. He can't forget that they are both dead.]
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Which is why Yuya steps forward to pull his twin into a hug.]
I know, I know...But it'll be okay. [Or okay as it can get being dead. He gives Yuto a small squeeze.] We can move forward together! So long as we have each other, I'm sure we'll be okay.
[And he'll hang onto that thought desperately anyways.]
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Yuto relaxes into the hug and somewhat hesitantly wraps his hands around his twin. They are not alone, they have each other.]
You're right.
[They're dead, but they can't do anything about that. All they can do is move forward. Together.]
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...Actually, he still thinks he can get away with one thing. Yuya pulls back a little to shoot Yuto a playful grin.]
Heheh, let's have a lot of fun times together again! [Unwrapping his arms, he quickly reaches up to pinch Yuto's cheeks into a wider smile. Guess what kind of brother he is, Yuto. It's a quick prank before he lets go with a chuckle.]
And first off, we can start with favorite foods! [Gesturing to the pile of pancakes:] I'm pretty sure pancakes are mine. What about yours?
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When Yuya unwraps his arms from around him, Yuto does so as well... But Yuya's next action catches him completely off guard. Yuto winces when Yuya pinches his cheeks, then stares at him.]
Why did you do that? [He rubs his cheeks as he says that. The pinching hurt, you know! But, yes, this does give Yuto a better idea what kind of brother Yuya is.
At the question about food, Yuto crosses his arms and looks at the table with a frown. What did he like?
His gaze drifts from one dish to another, before he finally says:]
I don't know.
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Which seems to be even more complicated than Yuya first expected. It really sucks that he can't remember, which is why the red-head slings an arm around his shoulder and gestures with his free hand to all the food in front of them.]
That's okay! It's just means we just have to try a bit of everything. [Everything? Everything.] It'll be like solving a mystery-- much more fun that way, right?
[And not focusing on the fact that he lost that memory to begin with.]
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Yuto doesn't say anything when Yuya slings his arm around him; he only looks at his twin. And then he looks at the food.
What do you mean everything.]
I'm not even that interested in food. [But he looks at Yuya again... he hates spoiling his twin's fun.] But alright.