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dualisooc2019-05-26 06:08 pm
headandhand) wrote in dualisooc2019-05-26 06:08 pm
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TDM 001. WELCOME TO THE CITY
» 01. WELCOME WAGON
Wow, what a bunch of new faces! The city of Dualis hasn't seen anything like this in a long time, and they've seen some pretty crazy things. Chances are you're seeing some pretty crazy things, too, unless you're used to a lot of neon, robots, weird-ass technology, magic, and an omnipresent police force...and hey, if you are, congrats, you're gonna settle in juuuuust fine. But for the rest of you, the Head knows this has gotta be pretty overwhelming, right?
Well, since your quaint individual processing units are probably having a hard time, why not link up with another one? By which the Head means...
Hello, new citizens of Dualis, and welcome to your first monthly Network Adjacency Protocol~!
NAPs are a monthly community networking event similar to the Earth concept of speed dating! Two citizens (new arrivals and old hands alike) are placed at a table together with a handy cue card of queries to help break the proverbial ice. Ask queries and receive results, or ignore the card and yeet yourself straight into a brand new friendship! But don't be too shy, you've only got ten minutes together, and if you just sit in silence for the whole ten, then the Network Admins are likely to come supervise and try to repair the uplink through a mild shock to the ol' central nervous system. You might find yourself saying all sorts of unintended facts about yourself if that happens...probably better to just make friends, right?
» 02. A BUG IN THE CODE
Remember how the Head mentioned that whole plague thing? Well, don't worry, this isn't that.
It is, however, a really, really terrible flu circulating through the residents of Dualis. Symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, hallucinations and even in some cases seizures. Bad news, all around. Luckily, this is something the Head knows how to deal with! Time for vaccinations, everyone~
The vaccination process is pretty straightforward: just head to your local clinic and get innoculated! You'll be in and out in less than ten minutes, MedDualis is pretty efficient that way. There isn't even a copay. The MedDroids will tell you, however, that there might be some minor side effects** to watch out for, including physical reactions and odd dreams, but don't worry--those will wear off within forty-eight hours. Nothing to concern yourself about! Of course, if that worries you, you could always run the risk of getting the flu--or passing it on to your loved ones...
**Possible side effects include: Gender or sex change, positive or negative size change, appearance alterations, shared dreams, and mild telepathic links, among others. Please contact your local MedDroid if these symptoms become too severe, or other side effects such as death occur.
» 03. TANSTAAFL
Well, you're settling in just fine, and the basic accommodations and amenities are okay, but maybe you've got a hankering to see that new VR Film: SHARKS IN SPACE 85: BLACK HOLE SHARK DO DO DO DO DO DO DO. Or maybe you want some sweet new duds to wear around town, or even just an actual slab of steak. Sorry, those cost extra, pal, which means it's time for...
JOB HUNTING.
Fortunately, Dualis makes this pretty easy! There's a job fair on this week, down at the Central Hub! Plug your certifications and skills into any of the EmployMe terminals in the Dualis Central Hub, and the computer will auto-generate a currently open job that it feels you'd be best suited for. No resume writing or lengthy application process required! Of course, whether or not this job sounds like the right job for you is another matter...but hey, how could an AI with millions of years of learning be wrong? Time to get started, or try and switch waivers with another unhappy new employee--but be warned, some unforeseen consequences may occur if you try swapping identities with someone else...
Wow, what a bunch of new faces! The city of Dualis hasn't seen anything like this in a long time, and they've seen some pretty crazy things. Chances are you're seeing some pretty crazy things, too, unless you're used to a lot of neon, robots, weird-ass technology, magic, and an omnipresent police force...and hey, if you are, congrats, you're gonna settle in juuuuust fine. But for the rest of you, the Head knows this has gotta be pretty overwhelming, right?
Well, since your quaint individual processing units are probably having a hard time, why not link up with another one? By which the Head means...
Hello, new citizens of Dualis, and welcome to your first monthly Network Adjacency Protocol~!
NAPs are a monthly community networking event similar to the Earth concept of speed dating! Two citizens (new arrivals and old hands alike) are placed at a table together with a handy cue card of queries to help break the proverbial ice. Ask queries and receive results, or ignore the card and yeet yourself straight into a brand new friendship! But don't be too shy, you've only got ten minutes together, and if you just sit in silence for the whole ten, then the Network Admins are likely to come supervise and try to repair the uplink through a mild shock to the ol' central nervous system. You might find yourself saying all sorts of unintended facts about yourself if that happens...probably better to just make friends, right?
» 02. A BUG IN THE CODE
Remember how the Head mentioned that whole plague thing? Well, don't worry, this isn't that.
It is, however, a really, really terrible flu circulating through the residents of Dualis. Symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, hallucinations and even in some cases seizures. Bad news, all around. Luckily, this is something the Head knows how to deal with! Time for vaccinations, everyone~
The vaccination process is pretty straightforward: just head to your local clinic and get innoculated! You'll be in and out in less than ten minutes, MedDualis is pretty efficient that way. There isn't even a copay. The MedDroids will tell you, however, that there might be some minor side effects** to watch out for, including physical reactions and odd dreams, but don't worry--those will wear off within forty-eight hours. Nothing to concern yourself about! Of course, if that worries you, you could always run the risk of getting the flu--or passing it on to your loved ones...
**Possible side effects include: Gender or sex change, positive or negative size change, appearance alterations, shared dreams, and mild telepathic links, among others. Please contact your local MedDroid if these symptoms become too severe, or other side effects such as death occur.
» 03. TANSTAAFL
Well, you're settling in just fine, and the basic accommodations and amenities are okay, but maybe you've got a hankering to see that new VR Film: SHARKS IN SPACE 85: BLACK HOLE SHARK DO DO DO DO DO DO DO. Or maybe you want some sweet new duds to wear around town, or even just an actual slab of steak. Sorry, those cost extra, pal, which means it's time for...
JOB HUNTING.
Fortunately, Dualis makes this pretty easy! There's a job fair on this week, down at the Central Hub! Plug your certifications and skills into any of the EmployMe terminals in the Dualis Central Hub, and the computer will auto-generate a currently open job that it feels you'd be best suited for. No resume writing or lengthy application process required! Of course, whether or not this job sounds like the right job for you is another matter...but hey, how could an AI with millions of years of learning be wrong? Time to get started, or try and switch waivers with another unhappy new employee--but be warned, some unforeseen consequences may occur if you try swapping identities with someone else...
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[He chooses his first card and puts it down.]
So what games you usually play? Surely you gotta have somethin'.
[He pulls out a coin from... nowhere? Somewhere? It doesn't matter, because of how easily it passes over his fingers. Just making his own fun between game moves.]
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[Though in his defense, he doesn't even think of it. His posture comes as natural as his breath. Well, as natural as his breath before the Kepral's syndrome moved into its later stages. The point still stands.
He considers the question, his pause giving a very loud answer.]
Some...old colleagues of mine once taught me a card game the humans played. Poker. I was quite good at it.
[His poker face is on point. But as for games, that's the extent of it. Speaking of, he does the same, simply following the other and what he's learned from his explanation of the game thus far.]
I normally prefer meditation.
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[It's said that it's not unusual for Lightbearers to talk to themselves. Enough time by themselves, you become your own companion. Not even the (in his mind, parasitic) Ghosts that make them what they are prove the best at conversation. He always hated talking to his, anyway. Lying bastard.]
[But Drifter is a little different than other Lightbearers. He sees things they don't see when he dreams. He hears things between his thoughts. Her voice. Its voice. Words in his head that aren't his and piss him the hell off. Jackasses should mind their own business.]
[All the meditation in the world couldn't quiet his damned head.]
Poker ain't a bad game. Been a while since I've seen someone with a literal full deck, though. We're talkin' a few centuries.
Also literal.
[Drifter has gotten past the phase of trying to hide what he is. Immortals get sick of that kind of thing.]
I wonder if I could remember the rules. [He takes his next card.]
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Taking his next card as well, Thane's attention appears to be wholly on the game at a glance, almost as if completely unphased by that drop of information. His focus is mostly on this conversation, however.]
A few centuries. Forgive me, but you look human, yet you have the lifespan of an Asari.
[Which clearly, he is not.]
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[Lightbearers retain some old personality, but a new life is a new life.]
Anyway, means I look great for my age. Should I be flattered to know I got the longevity of an Asari or am I in some sorta trouble by association?
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He takes the information in with relative ease, a set of lids blinking sideways in the lightest show of surprise.]
Not at all. Asari are a highly respected species. I would consider it a compliment. [It's how he meant it.]
I don't believe I caught your name.
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[He jokes, shows that coin, and then does a gesture that seems to make it vanish, then laughs to himself. A wry, mischevious sound.] You can call me Drifter.
[He takes another card.]
You got more of a name than I do? Or should I just keep callin' you Brother?
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Tannor Nuara.
[Perhaps a false name isn't necessary, but until Thane has gathered more information about his situation, he would rather be safe than sorry.]
That's an impressive sleight of hand you have, Drifter.
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[He says it a lot like 'Tanner', in his thick Southern US accent.]
I had a while to practice. I live out on the frontier. Serves you well to be able to hide your valuables quick.
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Fair point. I've spent enough time around petty criminals with sticky fingers to appreciate swift movement.
[That and being an assassin, but you know.]
The galaxy can be a troublesome place.