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

[resipiscent]

I'm not going to. I already told you I don't really care what you do, just don't cause trouble.

[darkimitation]

I'll do what I want, Real Thing. So don't get in my way.

[resipiscent]

[Riku sighs gently.]

Look, this world has rules of its own. If you don't play by them, you'll be either fined or imprisoned. And you have no money, first of all, and I doubt you want to be stuck in a cage for months.

But anyway, have fun.

[darkimitation]

[The Replica stomps right up to his original and glares.]

Don't say things like that then act as if you're going to walk off. Tell me what you're talking about now.

[resipiscent]

[Well, really.]

You didn't seem interested, so I didn't think you'd care. But this world -- they're at war, but their general rules are geared toward peace. You can't kill a person, or steal a thing, or things like that. Fighting is usually not okay, but imPorts seem to get a pass.

[darkimitation]

[He listens, but then looks disappointed and annoyed.]

What? You mean I can't kill you here? Ugh, that's such a pain. Way to ruin my plans.

[resipiscent]

I mean, you can. But you'll get in shit for it.

[He'd just come back, anyway. What's the point?]

[darkimitation]

Ugh. I'll have to find a different way to do it then.

[Yes, he's already planning on how to get rid of Riku without getting caught.]

[resipiscent]

Ah, yes. Good idea, telling your victim your plans.

[darkimitation]

Shut up. I'm not doing that, but whatever.

[resipiscent]

"I'll have to find a different way to do it"? How is that not letting me know your intentions, exactly?

[darkimitation]

For all you know I could be lying or I get bored with trying to kill you.

[resipiscent]

Yeah right you get bored with it. That's not going to happen.

[Riku knows. Not only because their instincts are generally the same but also because the Replica already tried once, this is just another chance.]

[darkimitation]

Oh? Do I hear you asking me to beat you down? If you insist, I don't mind.

[This is music to Repliku's ears after all. Getting to see his original beat down is a dream come true. Now he just needs to get him to admit he's the better one of them both.]

[resipiscent]

Well, I'll request that it happens away from our house. I kinda like it.

[He's been here for over a year, after all. You kinda get used to things being one way.]

[darkimitation]

You're more worried about your house than your life? You really have changed, Real Thing.

[resipiscent]

First of all, Sora lives here too, so it's not just me that has to deal with the renovations if we fight here.

[darkimitation]

Oh of course you have to worry about the other hero. Why don't you actually try worrying about yourself first before other people?

[resipiscent]

What's it matter to you?

[darkimitation]

Because I can't stand how disgusting you are with your attitude towards things. Oh my friends come first before my own self. [He rolls his eyes.] Ugh. Just repeating it makes me feel sick.

[resipiscent]

That's because they're important.

[Much more important than Riku, who is worth next to nothing.]

You'll understand eventually.

[darkimitation]

No thanks, I don't plan on having friends. They're just something to get in my way.

[resipiscent]

Well, good luck with that one.

[It'll happen whether he likes it or not.]

Anyway, it won't matter to me what the house looks like when I die, right? But I could at least respect my best friend and make things easier for him.

[darkimitation]

Ugh. Maybe when I finally finish you off, I'll throw you somewhere to get eaten by the wild life. Maybe the woods or a swamp. That way I won't have to hear you going on anymore.

[He sounds completely and absolutely serious.]

[resipiscent]

Ah, I think you'd miss me.

[He's kidding, but even if the Replica did kill him -- they have the same instincts. Riku knows exactly how he'll end up feeling once it's over with.]