HE TOLD ME SEVERAL TIMES THAT HE DIDN'T LIKE MY KIND

[maskormods]

TEST DRIVE MEME

Considering apping into MASK OR MENACE? Want to dip your toes into the setting and get a feel of whether your character will fit into it? Or maybe you're just cruising and want to play around? Then you've come to the right place!

Pick any of the following scenarios below or feel free to make up your own, but don't be afraid to throw yourself at someone else's thread, either!

And remember to have fun!

01. The city of Heropa is what one might expect from a small, bright and cheery place, where locals are friendly enough and local shop owners might offer a free drink to welcome you to their fair city. Some of the locals might thank you for always lending your service to the nation and others might not say anything. In fact, some people might back away from any imPort who quite obviously looks like they aren't from around the neighborhood. Once in a while there's a look of disdain on someone's face and hushed voices.

An upset, deeply masculine voice wonders aloud: "More of them, when we already know they can't protect us? That's just painting a bigger target on the city's back!"

"That's just what Ronald Chump says!" Exclaims a young woman. She raises her fist in anger at the imPort-hating individual. "We're not going to tolerate bigots here!"

02. De Chima, Virginia, is a large city with a healthy economy, and though it's quieter, there are just as many citizens awed at your presence. Science and technology are the lifeblood of this city, so you're likely to come across a good many locals taking your picture with the newest of devices. Be forewarned: since FanPort happened, imPort fandom is at a new height. Don't be surprised if people start following you just to see if you'll do anything TMZ-worthy.

The trick is to stay calm, and don't wig out if someone asks what you think about imPort shipping.

03. Maurtia Falls, Pennsylvania, is having a rainy day. The streets seem to be running with water, the sky can't seem to stop crying. You might want to check out some consumerism-inclined shelter, be that a smoky and dart-eyed bar full of grumbling locals, or a grimy and industrial coffee shop (full of grumbling locals). Watch your step, newly minted imPort, because if you let on that you're fresh meat then you're likely to attract a posse of two or three sharp knuckled no-good-dooers. This is the criminally exciting part of town, so beware.

04. Nonah, North Carolina, is the liveliest of all cities; loud, busy and there's some kind of energy in the air that gets everyone buzzing with excitement. There's a baseball game going on in one of the parks amidst all those tall buildings, and you're welcome to watch! It's not an official game in the season, it's more like a friendly skirmish between local baseball teams. Midway through the game, the umpire might take note of you new imPorts -- assuming you're standing out in the crowd. He'll welcome you to throw a pitch if you'd like! Of course, the opposing team isn't too keen on the idea. Better look for more imPorts to play ball!

Comments

[ghemnotgem]

When you're older and more handsome. ( she confirms with a nod. ) We got married before I arrived here, actually, instead of letting me jump off a balcony.

[idontwanttoknow]

I.

[Older? More handsome? That's good. But--married?

It all sounds tremendously gallant, but he wishes he knew what he'd been thinking.]

You're my wife?

[ghemnotgem]

Oh don't worry, it's temporary. ( she says, grabbing his arm to reassure him. ) I'll go back to Barrayar with you and get a divorce once everything's over and done with.

[idontwanttoknow]

Temporary?

[But who would ever want to divorce a woman as beautiful as her?]

You're sure you want that?

[ghemnotgem]

( she's here to ruin your plans of making sure older!ivan remains married to her )

Well I couldn't stay on Barrayar. ( for a great many reasons. they can start with 'half cetagandan' and 'jacksonian' and end somewhere around 'have to find out about my family' ) I've got to go to Escobar.

[idontwanttoknow]

[Wait. They met on Barrayar? What was she doing there? And why is she so determined to leave?]

What's on Escobar?

[ghemnotgem]

( the only reason ivan is getting any of this is because, to tej, he's a known quantity. mad, maybe, as his last ditch attempt to save her life was, but-- )

My brother. I think he's there, he should be there.

( and she needs to know that one member of her family is safe, sorrow crossing her face briefly. )

[idontwanttoknow]

You're looking for your brother? Is he all right?