etcelsior | Oh how the gentle wind beckons through the leaves!

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 there's only one rule in Test Drive Meme Club: 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, while others might not say anything -- but if you have something nasty to say, better not say anything at all, right? This month has been a rocky one, and locals are beginning to eye imPorts with renewed scrutiny; if people like them can get superpowers, are imPorts really that special, after all? Some people usher their children away from anyone clearly not 'from around here,' while other natives may be brave enough to directly approach obvious imPorts and ask their thoughts on the war with Russia and what the imPort ambassadors are planning to do about it.

ImPorts are a divisive issues, even in pretty Heropa.

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 very presence. Look at you! Organic wonder! 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. The imPort craze is at an all-time high, and you may find yourself cornered by overzealous imPort fans, media wannabes and opportunists alike, shoving cameras in your face.

Their questions are likely to be fairly mundane, however; get ready for an interview about your taste in romantic partners, personal underwear choices, favourite foods, and more!

03. Maurtia Falls, Pennsylvania is populated by a whole lot of people who are having awfully bad days. With the emergence of locals with superpowers, many seem to have latched onto their new supercharged identities with an incredible amount of gusto. As your character walks down the street, they may find themselves accosted by a large man in his mid-20s, dressed in an ill-fitting spandex suit of orange and yellow. As he thrusts his finger into an imPort's face, the spandex rides up, turning into more of a crop-top, which he duly tugs back down before shouting, "You're not the special ones anymore, imPorts! Feel the wrath of Heartburn!"

Stupid name aside, he does seem to have superpowers as he breathes a large plume of fire. His aim isn't great, though; it could hit the imPort in question, or be sent in the direction of a nearby local, or even a particularly flammable building.

What will you do, Hero?

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. This fine day, pumpkin spice seems to be in style, to the point at which you happen to be crashing an open pumpkin spice festival. From drinks to sweet treats to some other things that really, really shouldn't be pumpkin spice flavoured (pumpkin spice flavoured vodka, anyone? It tastes like regret!), everyone seems to be in the mood for the upcoming season.

Taste test a few samples and take in the hustle and bustle of the city, everyone! And hey, if just gorging yourself isn't enough, why not try your hand at the pumpkin carving contest going on? The competition is fierce!

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[Thor isn't immortal, nor any of the Norse pantheon, but it's a common enough misconception among people that he does not find it necessary to correct Dorian. He is, however, curious at his mention. He can tell that Dorian isn't of divine nature, per se, and he has met other immortals before, but never this one.]

I see. I knoweth thee not, but bid thee valorous fortune. To liveth still is both a boon and misfortune.

You don't know me, but you might have heard of me. My name is Dorian Gray.

[ now, the question of the hour! How much about Earth history and Earth pop culture did this god know? ]

Ah... aye, of course.

[He has no idea who he is, but he doesn't want to be rude. Thor doesn't have a great poker face, though. He avoids eye contact. Maybe he won't notice.]

Well met, Dorian.

[ Whereas Dorian "king vanity" Gray just puffs himself up because yep! totally noticed, Thor definitely notices him and knows who he is, he certainly isn't lying or anything of the sort. ]

So! I'm certain even a god can get disoriented, feel free to ask me any sort of questions with regards to this place.

[He looks... very serious all of a sudden.]

Aye, a very important one...

Whither may I partake in food and drinketh? I has't not eaten all day...

[ Dorian can't help but laugh at that, as he grins. ]

What are you in the mood for? Burgers, pizza, salad...I doubt it's the last one, but you never know.

[Thor throws one mighty arm around Dorian's shoulder, and the other in the air.]

I am in the mood to celebrate, immortal Dorian! We wilt eat, drinketh, and maketh merry!

[ Oh my God, new friend. Let's get drunk with a god, WHY THE HELL NOT. ]

In that case, follow my lead! I know a wonderful bar just a block or so away—I can get us drink specials as well, I know a guy.

[Careful, Dorian...]

Excellent! Though, I warn thee, friend. they has't writ stories of mine thirst! For the ocean is lesser now because of me.

All the more reason for us to do this! I'd love to see your prowess in person.

[ Dorian yes. ]

[Once at the bar, Thor throws open the doors with his arm still firmly around Dorian's shoulder, and with the other hand, he grasps a small linen bag from his belt.

He tosses it on the bar from the entryway, and it bursts open, spilling many tiny gold coins all over the counter top.]

Then drinks art on Thor!

[For everybody there, it seems...]

[ THOR IS HIS NEW FAVE GOD, DORIAN DOES NOT LIKE PAYING FOR THINGS AND HERE HE IS, NOT PAYING FOR THINGS.

His smile is wide and he's grinning from ear to ear. He's so wrapped up in the moment that he says something that might be a tiny bit boneheaded. ]

Oooh don't tell Loki, you're my new fave.

[That hand on his shoulder grasps him a bit more firmly. If he looks, he'll see Thor staring at him. The bar goes quiet.]

Knoweth mine brother, doth thee?

[ Dorian is suddenly aware of just how tiny and fragile he is. ]

I knew him. He was here for a while—he was Ported out, though!

[ and then got Ported back in...but noooooooot gonna tell Thor that. ]

[Thor stares quietly for a minute, the bar sits on pins and needles for what happens next, and then...]

Then let us drink!

[...he throws his fist into the air, and so does everyone in the bar as they cheer. Thor isn't the brightest god, but then does he really care either? He's dealt with Loki before, he can do it again.]

[ Ahahaha points for Dorian, he is not going to die today! ]

Let us drink indeed! Need any information about the beverages of this realm or are we going in blind.

[He passes by the bar and grabs a drink-- who cares if it was meant for him or not, he basically just bought the bar out-- and holds it high.]

Doest it contain alcohol? That is all I need to knoweth!

[ BEST GOD BEST GOD BEST GOD. ]

Oh my God, you're wonderful. [ said with a big grin and a little laugh ] How come nobody told me just how wonderful you were? The stories are all hitting things with hammers, not buying out a bar.

[He takes a swig of the pint, nearly taking more than half of it with a single gulp.]

Aye, that doest happen...

[Once again, the bar is silent in anticipation...]

...After the drinking! Hah!!

[He roars and the bar explodes into cheering, all raising their drinks to him. It's going to be a long night of this.]

Oh how the gentle wind beckons through the leaves!

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