Awards Killing Game 2x2: Moon of Hope (Signups/Lounge)

[Lin Beifong]

WINTER:
It seems like something is going on.

. . . . .

Moon. Can you hear me?

MOONWATCHER:
Yes, What is it?

WINTER:
Something is whipping these scavengers into a frenzy. But I can't understand what they are saying. It's difficult to draw them while they are all running about like that. Can you read their minds and figure out what they are so agitated about?

MOONWATCHER:
Well, no. Scavenger brains don't work the same as ours. I can't read their exact thoughts, I just get vague emotions and images from them.

WINTER:
It's all the same to me. A poor way to communicate is better than none.
Please hurry up, I want to put this thing away before anyone looks at me.

MOONWATCHER:
They're talking about ghosts.

WINTER:
Ghosts...? Why ghosts?

MOONWATCHER:
Beats me. Are there any ghosts around you that could be scaring them?

WINTER:
I'm not sure. I think there is some manner of, uhm, sphere... with teeth?
I suppose that could be construed as frightening... if you're scared of geometry?

Spoiler: Scavenger Dex #6 - CALTROP

Caltrop
Silver Scavenger

The biodiversity of this world is astounding. This scavenger appears to be a silver-leafed palm tree or potted plant inside a metal carapace. It must also be part insect, judging by its reflective compound eyes. I have no idea how this specimen lives, hunts, or performs any other functions of being a living creature. Is it even organic? Time will tell.

Spoiler: Scavenger Dex #7 - PUMA

Puma
Cat-like Scavenger

This is... a cat? Can scavengers be cats? How did this happen?

Puma appears to be another territorial one, befitting its feline nature. The first thing it did upon revealing itself was test the boundaries of Ginger, a scavenger of a more understated and withdrawn nature. This could mean Puma has strongly-developed predatory instincts and has a rudimentary understanding of different temperaments.

If I had to hazard a guess, I'd say this creature's preferred habitat is tall treetops and areas with dense foliage.

Spoiler: Scavenger Dex #8 - JAW

Jaw
Weighted Scavenger

This heavyset scavenger outwardly resembles a baleen whale. Its head appears to be 90% chin. I believe this creature is built for travelling very long distances. The heavy facial protrusion cants its entire body forward at all times, meaning it never stops running from a young age. Its massive chin also features several "grooves" to increase the surface area of its skin, allowing it to disperse body heat into the air more easily. This prevents the creature from overheating and allows it to stay active even longer.

To combat threats, this scavenger has developed a hard, bony growth at the top of its head. It can combine this feature with its impressive running capabilities to deliver a powerful head bash. To help it with that, the creature uses its floppy, ribbon-like ears to seek out prey.

 

[Boo1268]

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WINTER:
It seems like something is going on.

. . . . .

Moon. Can you hear me?

MOONWATCHER:
Yes, What is it?

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WINTER:
Something is whipping these scavengers into a frenzy. But I can't understand what they are saying. It's difficult to draw them while they are all running about like that. Can you read their minds and figure out what they are so agitated about?

MOONWATCHER:
Well, no. Scavenger brains don't work the same as ours. I can't read their exact thoughts, I just get vague emotions and images from them.

WINTER:
It's all the same to me. A poor way to communicate is better than none.
Please hurry up, I want to put this thing away before anyone looks at me.

MOONWATCHER:
They're talking about ghosts.

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WINTER:
Ghosts...? Why ghosts?

MOONWATCHER:
Beats me. Are there any ghosts around you that could be scaring them?

WINTER:
I'm not sure. I think there is some manner of, uhm, sphere... with teeth?
I suppose that could be construed as frightening... if you're scared of geometry?

Specture decides to walk over to Winter curious if this dragon could be simmilar to, or knows his previous friend Fatespear.

Specture:
Ummm...Hi...its nice to meet you....sorry im not that social of a guy, but...um...do you happen to know any dragon by the name of Fatespear? Shes black and can apparently see the future, or at least a small part of it.....Boo am I doing this right?

Boo1268:
Your doing just fine Specture my good man, your deliver could have been better but your doing your best, here allow me, *ahem* greetings mr White Dragon, it is rather nice to meet you good sir, might I enquire as to your name?

 

[Dr. Lyra Orpheus]

Kya..ha..ha.... Sweet freedom, infinite in all its ways... To embody the fluidity of the bottomless sea, to wind and twist and slip through the cracks between worlds themselves and arrive here today. Where is this complex? Where are we? Does it matter? Did it ever?

Here and now, away from my confinement, away from those who poke and prod with no real understanding of the things they research, the unrestrained idiocy they speak into being with every word. Small minds, rigid and shallow. Eyes cast to the stars, to notions of fate and destiny and futures that will never be. Foolish. Stupid. Kyeheh... heh.. Of course... that must be why they need me still, in spite of everything. To take this place and all its mysteries and sink it to the very bottom of the world, to erode it into a thousand little pieces and let the pressure forge it into a new and brilliant understanding!


Take my hand, come with me. Come B̸͋̏̃͒͒̚͠ ̸̺͇̗͎̝̑́̍̀͜E̶̓̕ ̸̧̭̙̫̖̱̆̇̋̆̅̈́͜ͅ ̶͝Ȯ̶̉̂͐̚͝ ̶̛̓̀̓W̷̐̃, and together we will-



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//: REBOOTING DIRECTIVE... ://

Spoiler: Music

K-kyeh? What the... What was that all about? Where am I? What was I supposed to be doing again? Something about...

The G.H.O.S.T. Complex!

Duh! Kyeheheh, no wonder an acronym like that slipped my mind! Talk about on-the-nose, what kinda simpleton came up with that anyway? Talk about cliche! Besides, ghosts? Who doesn't know they exist? In the year 2009, the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation captured the first physically-manifested spirit in human history - and since then, they've been studied to death! Hehe, just another example of how //:effective and trustworthy:// the Bureau is! Always ahead of everything!

I'm sure whatever "technology" they're gonna talk about here is old-hat, something that we've been using for over a decade now - and if it's not? I'll reverse-engineer it myself. My brilliant mind is, after all, the Bureau's greatest weapon against the forces of the supernatural!

Oh, but I haven't introduced myself yet, have I? Dr. Lyra Orpheus, //:Head of Field Research - Abyss Designation [REDACTED]:// of the BPI!

Like I said, ghosts? Couldn't care less. Imagine caring about stuff like that when there's magic in the air - quite literally! The esoteric signature is off the charts, wherever this G.H.O.S.T. Complex is located, it's a veritable hotbed of anomalous activity! Of course, that much should be obvious - just take a look around! I've already spotted one... two... five...? Enough free-roaming Anomalies to a fill an entire facility level! Except for the ghost and the skeleton. What is this, Spirit Halloween? Laaame.

That, of course, brings us to the reason I'm here - hand selected by //: [DATA EXPUNGED] :// to carry out a crucial operation! One that, if successful, could elevate the Bureau's operations to new heights - and my own career along with it! Kyahahaha!

And that mission?

//: To analyze, categorize, study the anomalies that congregate at this esoteric junction. To dissect and record and understand the very fabric of this world and all that lies between.

To uncover the secrets of what you across this veil call "Arcana" ://


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(Credit to Minimum Wage Employee for Jack's dialogue portraits)
"Oh, finally! Someone else is here. I've been waiting here alone for about five minutes... so, how'd you get here? Don't leave out anything funny, I need new material."​

Kyeheh... For example, let's assign this weirdo a number, why don't we?​

BPI-4433 [Laughing Jack]
[THREAT LEVEL: YELLOW]
[ESOTERIC ALIGNMENT: UNKNOWN]
[DESCRIPTION]: BPI-4433 appears physically as a humanoid of average height and weight. This Anomaly is typically clad in formal wear of unknown origin, and thus further anatomical information is unknown save for the presence of a number of tentacle-like appendages protruding from its head - which itself is largely concealed by what appears to be mask bearing slight resemblance to BPI-1000, though without the inherent Liturgic allure.

[INFORMATION]: Little information is known about BPI-4433 at this point in time. BPI-4433 appears of average human intelligence, seems to possess a desire to entertain and likewise enjoys entertainment of a primarily comedic nature themselves. While no particular anomalous behavior has been observed from 4433 beyond its unusual physiology, it can be theorized that BPI-4433 is of a Liturgic, Thalassic, or Chaotic nature. Possibly a combination of multiple Esoteric alignments, which would lend an explanation to the unique near-aquatic physiology of the entity, its penchant for comedy, and its desire to please a crowd.

It is advised that Bureau staff avoid engaging with this Anomaly or indulging in its attempts at entertainment until further information is known. There is a non-zero chance that the entity feeds off of positive reactions in a similar way to many known Liturgic anomalies in order to empower its own being - and engaging it in such a fashion risks inadvertently creating a higher-level threat, potentially leading to critical loss of life, increased difficulty in containment, or a Class-V Apostolic Incident.

​

 

[Boo1268]

Kya..ha..ha.... Sweet freedom, infinite in all its ways... To embody the fluidity of the bottomless sea, to wind and twist and slip through the cracks between worlds themselves and arrive here today. Where is this complex? Where are we? Does it matter? Did it ever?

Here and now, away from my confinement, away from those who poke and prod with no real understanding of the things they research, the unrestrained idiocy they speak into being with every word. Small minds, rigid and shallow. Eyes cast to the stars, to notions of fate and destiny and futures that will never be. Foolish. Stupid. Kyeheh... heh.. Of course... that must be why they need me still, in spite of everything. To take this place and all its mysteries and sink it to the very bottom of the world, to erode it into a thousand little pieces and let the pressure forge it into a new and brilliant understanding!


Take my hand, come with me. Come B̸͋̏̃͒͒̚͠ ̸̺͇̗͎̝̑́̍̀͜E̶̓̕ ̸̧̭̙̫̖̱̆̇̋̆̅̈́͜ͅ ̶͝Ȯ̶̉̂͐̚͝ ̶̛̓̀̓W̷̐̃, and together we will-



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//: BEGINNING SUPPRESSION ://

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//: SUPPRESSION COMPLETE ://

//: REBOOTING DIRECTIVE... ://

Spoiler: Music

K-kyeh? What the... What was that all about? Where am I? What was I supposed to be doing again? Something about...

The G.H.O.S.T. Complex!

Duh! Kyeheheh, no wonder an acronym like that slipped my mind! Talk about on-the-nose, what kinda simpleton came up with that anyway? Talk about cliche! Besides, ghosts? Who doesn't know they exist? In the year 2009, the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation captured the first physically-manifested spirit in human history - and since then, they've been studied to death! Hehe, just another example of how //:effective and trustworthy:// the Bureau is! Always ahead of everything!

I'm sure whatever "technology" they're gonna talk about here is old-hat, something that we've been using for over a decade now - and if it's not? I'll reverse-engineer it myself. My brilliant mind is, after all, the Bureau's greatest weapon against the forces of the supernatural!

Oh, but I haven't introduced myself yet, have I? Dr. Lyra Orpheus, //:Head of Field Research - Abyss Designation [REDACTED]:// of the BPI!

Like I said, ghosts? Couldn't care less. Imagine caring about stuff like that when there's magic in the air - quite literally! The esoteric signature is off the charts, wherever this G.H.O.S.T. Complex is located, it's a veritable hotbed of anomalous activity! Of course, that much should be obvious - just take a look around! I've already spotted one... two... five...? Enough free-roaming Anomalies to a fill an entire facility level! Except for the ghost and the skeleton. What is this, Spirit Halloween? Laaame.

That, of course, brings us to the reason I'm here - hand selected by //: [DATA EXPUNGED] :// to carry out a crucial operation! One that, if successful, could elevate the Bureau's operations to new heights - and my own career along with it! Kyahahaha!

And that mission?

//: To analyze, categorize, study the anomalies that congregate at this esoteric junction. To dissect and record and understand the very fabric of this world and all that lies between.

To uncover the secrets of what you across this veil call "Arcana" ://

Kyeheh... For example, let's assign this weirdo a number, why don't we?​

BPI-4433 [Laughing Jack]
[THREAT LEVEL: YELLOW]
[ESOTERIC ALIGNMENT: UNKNOWN]
[DESCRIPTION]: BPI-4433 appears physically as a humanoid of average height and weight. This Anomaly is typically clad in formal wear of unknown origin, and thus further anatomical information is unknown save for the presence of a number of tentacle-like appendages protruding from its head - which itself is largely concealed by what appears to be mask bearing slight resemblance to BPI-1000, though without the inherent Liturgic allure.

[INFORMATION]: Little information is known about BPI-4433 at this point in time. BPI-4433 appears of average human intelligence, seems to possess a desire to entertain and likewise enjoys entertainment of a primarily comedic nature themselves. While no particular anomalous behavior has been observed from 4433 beyond its unusual physiology, it can be theorized that BPI-4433 is of a Liturgic, Thalassic, or Chaotic nature. Possibly a combination of multiple Esoteric alignments, which would lend an explanation to the unique near-aquatic physiology of the entity, its penchant for comedy, and its desire to please a crowd.

It is advised that Bureau staff avoid engaging with this Anomaly or indulging in its attempts at entertainment until further information is known. There is a non-zero chance that the entity feeds off of positive reactions in a similar way to many known Liturgic anomalies in order to empower its own being - and engaging it in such a fashion risks inadvertently creating a higher-level threat, potentially leading to critical loss of life, increased difficulty in containment, or a Class-V Apostolic Incident.

​

Specture:
Hmmm....So your from the BPI? I heard you all specialize in paranormal anomalies, interesting....

Boo1268:
Very much so my good man, Miss Lyra might I enquire as to a question I have, are you familiar with a certain Robotic Cat associated with your association?

 

[Lin Beifong]

Specture:
Ummm...Hi...its nice to meet you....sorry im not that social of a guy, but...um...do you happen to know any dragon by the name of Fatespear? Shes black and can apparently see the future, or at least a small part of it.....Boo am I doing this right?

Boo1268:
Your doing just fine Specture my good man, your deliver could have been better but your doing your best, here allow me, *ahem* greetings mr White Dragon, it is rather nice to meet you good sir, might I enquire as to your name?

MOONWATCHER:
Winter! This being appears to have memories of Fatespeaker??

WINTER:
Yes. Strangely enough I can actually understand this one's speech.
Only the animated skeleton though.

MOONWACHER:
Eh? I suppose they could be distantly related to dragons?

From what I can pull from their mind, they also seem to have encountered Flame, and uhm... a green Seawing? I have a feeling I've seen this guy somewhere before. I just can't place the face... Where was it?

Go talk to them while I figure this out.

WINTER:
Anyway. forgive me Sir Skeleton. My toiletries were in momentary disarray.

Fatespeaker? Do you mean Starflight's assistant? The Nightwing who loiters around the library?
I'm not sure how you know her, but whatever you've heard, I can assure you she can NOT see the future. That girl is delusional.

In any case...

WINTER:
I am Prince Winter of the Icewings. First cousin to the Ice Queen. Royal in exile. I am visiting your world in the capacity of a field researcher.

Are you here to study at this location as well? Are you with the research facility? Please take me to whoever the person in charge may be posthaste, so I may begin my work!

MOONWATCHER:
AHH!!!

WINTER:
What!?! Don't just scream so suddenly! People are going to think I own a possessed napkin!

MOONWATCHER:
The-the green Seawing! He's the guy! You know, we met him by the river when we were looking for your brother!

WINTER:
I have no idea who you're talking about.

MOONWATCHER:
You punched him in the face.

WINTER:
Still doesn't ring a bell.

MOONWATCHER:
You really don't remember a guy you assaulted?

WINTER:
I don't make a habit of remembering people who annoy me.
Anyway. Let me get back to these scavengers.

Spoiler: Scavenger Dex #9 - SYMBIOTE

Symbiote
Motherly Scavenger

This scavenger appears to have two fully grown hedgehogs attached to the side of its head. The critters and the scavenger live in a symbiotic relationship where the hedgehogs can detach from their host, attack prey, and perform simple commands. In exchange, the Symbiote protects them from larger predators and allows them to feed themselves from a colony of head lice the scavenger cultivates inside their cranial fur. The three creatures are bonded from birth, but if one of the two small ones is killed, the scavenger can generate another one via budding.

Aside from its personal attack squad, the Symbiote also has two abnormally large, yellow eyes which it uses to mesmerize its opponents. If I am perfectly honest, this one somewhat unsettles me. There is a certain eye-to-head ratio threshold that should not be crossed.

 

[Boo1268]

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MOONWATCHER:
Winter! This being appears to have memories of Fatespeaker??

WINTER:
Yes. Strangely enough I can actually understand this one's speech.
Only the animated skeleton though.

MOONWACHER:
Eh? I suppose they could be distantly related to dragons?

From what I can pull from their mind, they also seem to have encountered Flame, and uhm... a green Seawing? I have a feeling I've seen this guy somewhere before. I just can't place the face... Where was it?

Go talk to them while I figure this out.

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WINTER:
Anyway. forgive me Sir Skeleton. My toiletries were in momentary disarray.

Fatespeaker? Do you mean Starflight's assistant? The Nightwing who loiters around the library?
I'm not sure how you know her, but whatever you've heard, I can assure you she can NOT see the future. That girl is delusional.

In any case...

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WINTER:
I am Prince Winter of the Icewings. First cousin to the Ice Queen. Royal in exile. I am visiting your world in the capacity of a field researcher.

Are you here to study at this location as well? Are you with the research facility? Please take me to whoever the person in charge may be posthaste, so I may begin my work!

Specture:
Its very nice to meet you your highness, my name is Specture Striker, guardian of the Lich Yard. I am here to study this location aswell, but not for myself, its for my friend/ownership partner Boo1268, he owns the Lich Yard & we work together to ensure a happy and well cared for place for the dead to rest, hes more so an expert in all things paranormal, also I do indeed mean miss "Starflight"?, d-did I say that right? anyways yeah I mean her asistant, as for who works here your guess is as good as mine pal, we havent seen anyone who works here yet.

Specture:
Also are you sure Miss Fate Speakers visions are false? cause in our realm, predicion/vison magic is quite real.

Boo1268:
Specture you can understand this dragon? he seems to be unresponsive to anything I say.

Specture:
Yeah its.....Weird but it seems as if I can speak there language, maybe this has something to do with interacting with Miss Fate Speaker, OH speaking of I gotta ask, hows that Flame Guy doing? we were meant to go out for drinks but we kinda got seperated.

 

[MoonAge]

Kya..ha..ha.... Sweet freedom, infinite in all its ways... To embody the fluidity of the bottomless sea, to wind and twist and slip through the cracks between worlds themselves and arrive here today. Where is this complex? Where are we? Does it matter? Did it ever?

Here and now, away from my confinement, away from those who poke and prod with no real understanding of the things they research, the unrestrained idiocy they speak into being with every word. Small minds, rigid and shallow. Eyes cast to the stars, to notions of fate and destiny and futures that will never be. Foolish. Stupid. Kyeheh... heh.. Of course... that must be why they need me still, in spite of everything. To take this place and all its mysteries and sink it to the very bottom of the world, to erode it into a thousand little pieces and let the pressure forge it into a new and brilliant understanding!


Take my hand, come with me. Come B̸͋̏̃͒͒̚͠ ̸̺͇̗͎̝̑́̍̀͜E̶̓̕ ̸̧̭̙̫̖̱̆̇̋̆̅̈́͜ͅ ̶͝Ȯ̶̉̂͐̚͝ ̶̛̓̀̓W̷̐̃, and together we will-



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//: BEGINNING SUPPRESSION ://

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//: SUPPRESSION COMPLETE ://

//: REBOOTING DIRECTIVE... ://

Spoiler: Music

K-kyeh? What the... What was that all about? Where am I? What was I supposed to be doing again? Something about...

The G.H.O.S.T. Complex!

Duh! Kyeheheh, no wonder an acronym like that slipped my mind! Talk about on-the-nose, what kinda simpleton came up with that anyway? Talk about cliche! Besides, ghosts? Who doesn't know they exist? In the year 2009, the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation captured the first physically-manifested spirit in human history - and since then, they've been studied to death! Hehe, just another example of how //:effective and trustworthy:// the Bureau is! Always ahead of everything!

I'm sure whatever "technology" they're gonna talk about here is old-hat, something that we've been using for over a decade now - and if it's not? I'll reverse-engineer it myself. My brilliant mind is, after all, the Bureau's greatest weapon against the forces of the supernatural!

Oh, but I haven't introduced myself yet, have I? Dr. Lyra Orpheus, //:Head of Field Research - Abyss Designation [REDACTED]:// of the BPI!

Like I said, ghosts? Couldn't care less. Imagine caring about stuff like that when there's magic in the air - quite literally! The esoteric signature is off the charts, wherever this G.H.O.S.T. Complex is located, it's a veritable hotbed of anomalous activity! Of course, that much should be obvious - just take a look around! I've already spotted one... two... five...? Enough free-roaming Anomalies to a fill an entire facility level! Except for the ghost and the skeleton. What is this, Spirit Halloween? Laaame.

That, of course, brings us to the reason I'm here - hand selected by //: [DATA EXPUNGED] :// to carry out a crucial operation! One that, if successful, could elevate the Bureau's operations to new heights - and my own career along with it! Kyahahaha!

And that mission?

//: To analyze, categorize, study the anomalies that congregate at this esoteric junction. To dissect and record and understand the very fabric of this world and all that lies between.

To uncover the secrets of what you across this veil call "Arcana" ://

Kyeheh... For example, let's assign this weirdo a number, why don't we?​

BPI-4433 [Laughing Jack]
[THREAT LEVEL: YELLOW]
[ESOTERIC ALIGNMENT: UNKNOWN]
[DESCRIPTION]: BPI-4433 appears physically as a humanoid of average height and weight. This Anomaly is typically clad in formal wear of unknown origin, and thus further anatomical information is unknown save for the presence of a number of tentacle-like appendages protruding from its head - which itself is largely concealed by what appears to be mask bearing slight resemblance to BPI-1000, though without the inherent Liturgic allure.

[INFORMATION]: Little information is known about BPI-4433 at this point in time. BPI-4433 appears of average human intelligence, seems to possess a desire to entertain and likewise enjoys entertainment of a primarily comedic nature themselves. While no particular anomalous behavior has been observed from 4433 beyond its unusual physiology, it can be theorized that BPI-4433 is of a Liturgic, Thalassic, or Chaotic nature. Possibly a combination of multiple Esoteric alignments, which would lend an explanation to the unique near-aquatic physiology of the entity, its penchant for comedy, and its desire to please a crowd.

It is advised that Bureau staff avoid engaging with this Anomaly or indulging in its attempts at entertainment until further information is known. There is a non-zero chance that the entity feeds off of positive reactions in a similar way to many known Liturgic anomalies in order to empower its own being - and engaging it in such a fashion risks inadvertently creating a higher-level threat, potentially leading to critical loss of life, increased difficulty in containment, or a Class-V Apostolic Incident.

​

So the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation, isn't this a treat, now. I'm sure you're not familiar with me personally, Dr. "Orpheus", but I seem to recall applying for a field agent position with your little organization some time ago, just for you to to throw me aside. A pity, really. The wider public perceives you all as nothing but a bunch of stiff academics who've probably never even been on a date, but with my magnetic charm and enigmatic aura, I could have given you the sort of marketability that groups such as the likes of yours would kill to have. Imagine the surge of social media followers you could have had. The memes. The thirst posts.

But wouldn't you know it, I might not have needed you chumps anyway! Hard to find the exact details of what went down at that Paleozoic research facility of yours, but it's not like I need a play-by-play to know that all the fancy tech and redacted research in the world wasn't enough to stop a complete meltdown. The bigger and more bloated they are, the harder they fall, am I right? So really, how fortunate that the Bureau's sent a crony down to represent them. Lines it aaaaall up for me to prove that a ball of self-righteous red tape's nothing compared to just a humble corner shop exorcist. It'll be my pleasure to work with you, doctor.

 

[Jackson B. Humorus]

Kyeheh... For example, let's assign this weirdo a number, why don't we?​

A pleasure to meet you too, stereotypical mad scientist! And thank you for taking the time to leave a review! Though, I must ask you to dumb it down a little; all this "esoteric" mumbo jumbo is sure to confuse anyone planning to attend my next show. Might be for the best to just leave five stars and say nothing more, honestly.

Oh, how silly of me! I forgot to correct your misnomer! I prefer to be called Jack, short for Jackson B. Humorus; "BPI-44whatsit" doesn't quite have the same ring to it. Bad for business, I'd say.​

 

[Dr. Tempest Ghouligrab]

Hm, yes, this seems like the place. It's about time I got invited to one of these Grand Experiments instead of getting snubbed by that puffed-up Elvin again! Does writing the world's most comprehensive ghost identification guide and blowing up my garage in pursuit of paranormal sciences several times mean nothing?! Seems he finally recognizes talent when he sees it, at least.

Let me just check the old detector here, make sure the coast is clear first... Mhm, mhm. No... It's- it's just as I suspected...

Great googly-moogly, GHOSTS!! They- they- they must've beaten us here to sabotage the research!

Ha ha ha, well they picked the worst time to try anything funny! Don't worry, everyone - Dr. Tempest Ghouligrab, premier ghost hunter and author of That's The Spirit: Spectral Field Identification Guide at your service! I'm sure you've heard of me, it's an invaluable resource in this line of work.

 

[Boo1268]

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Hm, yes, this seems like the place. It's about time I got invited to one of these Grand Experiments instead of getting snubbed by that puffed-up Elvin again! Does writing the world's most comprehensive ghost identification guide and blowing up my garage in pursuit of paranormal sciences several times mean nothing?! Seems he finally recognizes talent when he sees it, at least.

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Let me just check the old detector here, make sure the coast is clear first... Mhm, mhm. No... It's- it's just as I suspected...

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Great googly-moogly, GHOSTS!! They- they- they must've beaten us here to sabotage the research!

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Ha ha ha, well they picked the worst time to try anything funny! Don't worry, everyone - Dr. Tempest Ghouligrab, premier ghost hunter and author of That's The Spirit: Spectral Field Identification Guide at your service! I'm sure you've heard of me, it's an invaluable resource in this line of work.

Boo1268:
Wait a moment, Dr Tempest? is that you old boy? its been a while since ive last seen you eh my good man?

Specture:
Boo you know this old koopa?

Boo1268:
Somewhat, you see Specture, back during my earlier ghost years, when I was slowly transitioning from haunting the living to being the ghost I am today, I used to associate myself with a "Paranormal Enthusiasts" Group, we called ourselves professonals trying to uncover the secrets of the paranormal realm & world, but in truth, we were just a rag tag bunch of hooligans putting together halfbaked theorys and playing hours of poker, eventually the group disbanded due to a mixture of drama, in fighting and overall lack of communication and while some members continued there insight into the paranormal happenings of our world, others persued differing passions, I tired my best to keep track of some of the other members and where they are now, but alass I havent had as much time as I used to, so its been on the back burner for now.

 

[Lin Beifong]

Specture:
Yeah its.....Weird but it seems as if I can speak there language, maybe this has something to do with interacting with Miss Fate Speaker, OH speaking of I gotta ask, hows that Flame Guy doing? we were meant to go out for drinks but we kinda got seperated.

WINTER:
Pardon me, Striker. I don't interact with her--Fatespeaker--on a casual basis that often. She helps Starflight grade assignments in numbers class and tends to orbit him in the library. I don't know much more about her personal life, outside of her being a bit of a loon.

I can confidently tell you however, that she has no powers. I am quite well-acquainted with an actual mind-reader and prophet, and the two act nothing alike. There is presently only one Nightwing in existence who wields these powers, and thank the snowmonsters for that, because one nosy busybody is well more than enough already!

MOONWATCHER:
........

WINTER:
As for this "Flame" individual... You speak of the crimson-scaled Skywing with the facial scar, yes? The grumpy one? I don't know him too well either. He is in a different winglet from mine. We only interact when we have classes together.

All I can say is he hasn't killed anyone, and nobody has killed him. So all things considered, I suppose he's doing rather well.

Ha ha ha, well they picked the worst time to try anything funny! Don't worry, everyone - Dr. Tempest Ghouligrab, premier ghost hunter and author of That's The Spirit: Spectral Field Identification Guide at your service! I'm sure you've heard of me, it's an invaluable resource in this line of work.

WINTER:
Curious... I'm able to understand this one as well. Why is that? Could it be... because he is a turtle...?

TURTLE:
Huh? Did you say something?

WINTER:
No, I didn't mean YOU, you idiot!

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WINTER:
...I apologize. That was rude.

But I'm starting to believe that the, TORTOISES, of this world are of draconic heritage, perhaps through a common ancestor or somesuch. That's why I can understand them. They must be the dominant species here.

A new tribe, interesting. For the time being, I will refer to them as... Shellwings.

TURTLE:
Do they have wings? I can't see through this napkin...

Spoiler: Colleagues - STRIKER

Striker
of the Shellwings

I met him at the landing site. He appears to be the skeleton of a deceased turtle, animated through unknown means. When I found him, he was accompanied by an ethereal white sphere with teeth and a large box he dragged around by a chain. Both might be animus-touched objects.

• Professed to be a grave keeper at a place called the "Lich Yard".​
• Refers to his companion sphere as "Boo1268" and claims to be employed by it.​
• Has knowledge of various subjects, including the names of Dragons on Pyrrhia (Fatespeaker, Flame, and some sea urchin I allegedly assaulted). Seems to not be aware of details however, as he didn't know about Fatespeaker's mate.​
• Is not affiliated with the research facility.​

Spoiler: Colleagues - TEMPEST

Tempest
of the Shellwings

Saw him at the landing site, engaged in conversation with Striker. He didn't approach me. Part of his head is covered in white fur, like that of a scavenger, and he is wearing scavenger furs. He seems to be elderly.

• Self-professed "ghost hunter" and "Ghouligrab" (do not let Qibli know, to avoid moronic comment).​
• Has written a scroll on paranormal findings and exhibits pride in that fact.​
• Seems to be hostile towards something he calls "Elvin", possibly another member of his tribe. An explosion was involved, as well as a "garaje".​
• Was following written directions to get here, so likely not related to the research facility.​

 

[Boo1268]

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WINTER:
Pardon me, Striker. I don't interact with her--Fatespeaker--on a casual basis that often. She helps Starflight grade assignments in numbers class and tends to orbit him in the library. I don't know much more about her personal life, outside of her being a bit of a loon.

I can confidently tell you however, that she has no powers. I am quite well-acquainted with an actual mind-reader and prophet, and the two act nothing alike. There is presently only one Nightwing in existence who wields these powers, and thank the snowmonsters for that, because one nosy busybody is well more than enough already!

MOONWATCHER:
........

WINTER:
As for this "Flame" individual... You speak of the crimson-scaled Skywing with the facial scar, yes? The grumpy one? I don't know him too well either. He is in a different winglet from mine. We only interact when we have classes together.

All I can say is he hasn't killed anyone, and nobody has killed him. So all things considered, I suppose he's doing rather well.

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WINTER:
Curious... I'm able to understand this one as well. Why is that? Could it be... because he is a turtle...?

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TURTLE:
Huh? Did you say something?

WINTER:
No, I didn't mean YOU, you idiot!

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WINTER:
...I apologize. That was rude.

But I'm starting to believe that the, TORTOISES, of this world are of draconic heritage, perhaps through a common ancestor or somesuch. That's why I can understand them. They must be the dominant species here.

A new tribe, interesting. For the time being, I will refer to them as... Shellwings.

TURTLE:
Do they have wings? I can't see through this napkin...

Spoiler: Colleagues - STRIKER

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Striker
of the Shellwings

I met him at the landing site. He appears to be the skeleton of a deceased turtle, animated through unknown means. When I found him, he was accompanied by an ethereal white sphere with teeth and a large box he dragged around by a chain. Both might be animus-touched objects.

• Professed to be a grave keeper at a place called the "Lich Yard".​
• Refers to his companion sphere as "Boo1268" and claims to be employed by it.​
• Has knowledge of various subjects, including the names of Dragons on Pyrrhia (Fatespeaker, Flame, and some sea urchin I allegedly assaulted). Seems to not be aware of details however, as he didn't know about Fatespeaker's mate.​
• Is not affiliated with the research facility.​

Spoiler: Colleagues - TEMPEST

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Tempest
of the Shellwings

Saw him at the landing site, engaged in conversation with Striker. He didn't approach me. Part of his head is covered in white fur, like that of a scavenger, and he is wearing scavenger furs. He seems to be elderly.

• Self-professed "ghost hunter" and "Ghouligrab" (do not let Qibli know, to avoid moronic comment).​
• Has written a scroll on paranormal findings and exhibits pride in that fact.​
• Seems to be hostile towards something he calls "Elvin", possibly another member of his tribe. An explosion was involved, as well as a "garaje".​
• Was following written directions to get here, so likely not related to the research facility.​

Specture:
Hmmm interesting, that would explain a few things, but wait hold on a moment, when Squid, Fate & Flame were all the Admiral's Halo everyone even "scavengers" where able to understand them completely, and those guys where, ummm what was it? Sea Wings & Nightwings I belive? So why is it the case that you cant understand the rest of these guys but those others could?

 

[Dr. Tempest Ghouligrab]

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Boo1268:
Wait a moment, Dr Tempest? is that you old boy? its been a while since ive last seen you eh my good man?
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Specture:
Boo you know this old koopa?
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Boo1268:
Somewhat, you see Specture, back during my earlier ghost years, when I was slowly transitioning from haunting the living to being the ghost I am today, I used to associate myself with a "Paranormal Enthusiasts" Group, we called ourselves professonals trying to uncover the secrets of the paranormal realm & world, but in truth, we were just a rag tag bunch of hooligans putting together halfbaked theorys and playing hours of poker, eventually the group disbanded due to a mixture of drama, in fighting and overall lack of communication and while some members continued there insight into the paranormal happenings of our world, others persued differing passions, I tired my best to keep track of some of the other members and where they are now, but alass I havent had as much time as I used to, so its been on the back burner for now.

...I've never seen you before in my life.

See here everyone, this ghost is- is- is trying to worm his way into my good graces by insisting on a false shared past between us! See how confident he is in his deception to try and get me to lower my guard? Mark my words, the undead are- are not to be trusted! Not to worry, I'll have this spirit captured in a jiffy before he can sabotage the Grand Experiment - where'd I put my plunger, that ought to make quick work of him...

 

[Lin Beifong]

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Specture:
Hmmm interesting, that would explain a few things, but wait hold on a moment, when Squid, Fate & Flame were all the Admiral's Halo everyone even "scavengers" where able to understand them completely, and those guys where, ummm what was it? Sea Wings & Nightwings I belive? So why is it the case that you cant understand the rest of these guys but those others could?

WINTER:
Well, they could, quite simply, have been mentally disturbed. There have been dragons who claimed to be able to speak with scavengers, none of them credible. I've tried myself for many years and it is impossible, I say.

So honestly, they were likely just hearing voices in their heads. Completely insane. You can disregard them.

QIBLI:
Yes, never trust anyone who speaks with disembodied voices.

WINTER:
How I WISH you were just a voice in my head! Then I could simply get rid of you by going to therapy!

...I've never seen you before in my life.

See here everyone, this ghost is- is- is trying to worm his way into my good graces by insisting on a false shared past between us! See how confident he is in his deception to try and get me to lower my guard? Mark my words, the undead are- are not to be trusted! Not to worry, I'll have this spirit captured in a jiffy before he can sabotage the Grand Experiment - where'd I put my plunger, that ought to make quick work of him...

WINTER:
You should be cautious. He might not even be trying to deceive you consciously. That coffin he is chained to is almost certainly animus-touched. It is possible that thing has attached itself to him and implanted him with false memories. It might do the same to you if you approach it carelessly.

Animus enchantments are never to be trifled with! They will rend the world, invert all logic, and twist your heart until you become a caricature of yourself. You won't even know it has happened, and fight your loved ones as they try to convince you that it did.

 

[GBA]

Quick update!

Shoey has been replaced by @Lulu!
Randoodino has been replaced by @Theobald Leonhart!

Thanks to these two for stepping in on short notice. We're still on track for Night 1 submissions to begin May 1 (May 2 in certain timezones)!

 

[Boo1268]

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WINTER:
Well, they could, quite simply, have been mentally disturbed. There have been dragons who claimed to be able to speak with scavengers, none of them credible. I've tried myself for many years and it is impossible, I say.

So honestly, they were likely just hearing voices in their heads. Completely insane. You can disregard them.

QIBLI:
Yes, never trust anyone who speaks with disembodied voices.

WINTER:
How I WISH you were just a voice in my head! Then I could simply get rid of you by going to therapy!

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WINTER:
You should be cautious. He might not even be trying to deceive you consciously. That coffin he is chained to is almost certainly animus-touched. It is possible that thing has attached itself to him and implanted him with false memories. It might do the same to you if you approach it carelessly.

Animus enchantments are never to be trifled with! They will rend the world, invert all logic, and twist your heart until you become a caricature of yourself. You won't even know it has happened, and fight your loved ones as they try to convince you that it did.

Specture:
Unfortunately while that DOES seem kinda scary its unfortunately something else for me pal, me and Boos Memories are perfectly fine, but as for me I was cursed to this coffin for all eternity by a Magic Koopa, honestly though im gonna stop there, I....dont like telling that story to be honest, brings back bad memories, as for the other Koopa guy, I think its just that hes old.

 

[Lulu Azhal]

Hm, is this the right place? Why are the direction so convoluted... Maybe this is karma for opening mail that wasn't mine... Though, I couldn't find anyone named Shoe... y (what a weird name) in my apartment building, so it would have gone in the trash anyway...

Oh, there's so many people here, this must be the right place.

Hello, my name is Lulu Azhal, looks like I'm a late arrival. I'm a student of magic, with a focus on the powers of the sun and moon, it's a pleasure to meet you all. I assume we're all here for the experiment in this letter, correct?

 

[Dr. Lyra Orpheus]

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Specture:
Hmmm....So your from the BPI? I heard you all specialize in paranormal anomalies, interesting....
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Boo1268:
Very much so my good man, Miss Lyra might I enquire as to a question I have, are you familiar with a certain Robotic Cat associated with your association?

Oh, great. Here comes Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dumber. What do you guys want? Did someone forget to take you off the lawn six months ago or something? Didn't get enough trick-or-treaters, so you had to come all the way over here? Yeah, I "specialize" in "paranormal anomalies" - what's it to you?

What, you want an article number too? Yeah, fine - if it'll shut you up.

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BPI-0102 [Deathly Duo]
[THREAT LEVEL: YELLOW]
[ESOTERIC ALIGNMENT: PENDING OCCULTIC]

[DESCRIPTION]: BPI-0102 consists of two seemingly conjoined entities. BPI-0102-1 refers to the entity with a physical form, appearing as a dark-blue colored skeletal reptilian creature of unknown origin, but resembling a bipedal tortoise-like organism. BPI-0102-1 appears to be physically linked by means of a chain to a large coffin of equally mysterious origin. It is nearly always accompanied by BPI-1012-2, a spherical, largely-intangible creature that appears to be of a spectral nature. This secondary entity is nearly entirely nude, save for a top hat and monocle resembling that of BPI-9292 [The "Monopoly Man"], a highly dangerous RED-class Anomaly.

[INFORMATION]: As stated, BPI-0102 consists of two entities. The primary, BPI-0102-1, refers to itself as the guardian of the "Lich Yard", an unknown and potentially anomalous location not noted in any BPI database. BPI-0102-1 appears to be of average intelligence and possesses a currently unknown set of abilities, though physically appears to be able to manipulate its skeletal form like that of a living creature, utilizing most abilities provided inherently by its tortoise-like physiology. Outside of this, it carries a coffin of unknown purpose or Esoteric alignment. As Necromantic entities such as a walking skeleton are usually animated by a combination of Occultic and Telluric energies, it is possible that the coffin belongs to and resembles its master in this regard - though it may be an unrelated relic with no Esoteric traits whatsoever, or it may be the property of BPI-0102-2.

BPI-0102-2, as a ghost is likely an entity of Chaotic alignment, appearing to possess above-average intelligence and a near photographic memory, potentially utilizing BPI-0102-1 as a beast of burden to carry its coffin or engage in physical tasks in which it is not able to given its relative intangibility and highly restrictive physiology. BPI-0102-2 likewise possesses knowledge of the BPI despite little to no presence in its world of origin, indicating [REDACTED], [REDACTED], and [DATA EXPUNGED]. This entity, despite a penchant for ostensibly "fancy" attire as demonstrated by his hat, monocle, and choice in beverages, makes no attempt to cover the rest of its body - a curious trait, though as with many Chaotic anomalies, may not carry any rationale behind it.

In any case, BPI-0102-2 is clearly the master of the of the other, and potentially the necromancer responsible for the revival of BPI-0102-1. It is recommended that both be kept under strict observation at all times, to ensure they do not adopt "divide and conquer" strategies.

Oh, wait - you're asking about the cat? I uh... Why? That thing was an impressive piece of tech on paper, but whatever garbage orders they gave it made it more of a nuisance than anything. It had a grand total of two directives: follow the Director's daughter around like a glorified babysitter, and get in everyone's way screaming about safety and ethics. I'd have been better off sharing the lab with an actual cat.

I mean, come on. They programmed a robot to be stupid. Great job, R&D. Do you want a gold star for your scientific breakthrough? Still, it's... been a long time since I've seen the thing... I think. I wonder what... Nah. Not worth thinking about. Good riddance, cat.

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View attachment 63816So the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation, isn't this a treat, now. I'm sure you're not familiar with me personally, Dr. "Orpheus", but I seem to recall applying for a field agent position with your little organization some time ago, just for you to to throw me aside. A pity, really. The wider public perceives you all as nothing but a bunch of stiff academics who've probably never even been on a date, but with my magnetic charm and enigmatic aura, I could have given you the sort of marketability that groups such as the likes of yours would kill to have. Imagine the surge of social media followers you could have had. The memes. The thirst posts.

View attachment 63817But wouldn't you know it, I might not have needed you chumps anyway! Hard to find the exact details of what went down at that Paleozoic research facility of yours, but it's not like I need a play-by-play to know that all the fancy tech and redacted research in the world wasn't enough to stop a complete meltdown. The bigger and more bloated they are, the harder they fall, am I right? So really, how fortunate that the Bureau's sent a crony down to represent them. Lines it aaaaall up for me to prove that a ball of self-righteous red tape's nothing compared to just a humble corner shop exorcist. It'll be my pleasure to work with you, doctor.

Ehhh? Social media? Personality? Thirst posts? Oh no, you're like that Hexley guy, aren't you? Last thing we need is another freeloader hanging around when we're trying to, you know, actually get work done? Besides, meltdown? You got a screw loose or something? Obviously I don't expect everyone to be on my IQ level, but what are you...

..Talking about...? I don't remember... I don't...

...Well, whatever. Some of us don't have time to be listening to the ramblings of some wannabe field agent. Exorcist? Please, I can name about 15 things you aren't exercising, and only one of them is your brain. You want your long-deserved social media fame? Well, you're in luck!

Smile for the camera - you're going straight to the group chat! Kyahahaha!​