CHAPTER 5 ; MINGLE

[themodsgrimm]

The Story Continues... CHAPTER 526 Narrators Remain ; Now, what are the odds that this week will be as quiet as the last one? … look, we have to at least humor the idea, don’t we? The rumbling that awakens Narrators on this lovely Monday morning is – larger. It’s louder, it’s more intense, and it lasts longer, like one final shove. Once it concludes, the castle is quiet, almost tired in its stillness. Should anyone wander into the dining hall this week, they will find that none of the tapestries burn up in true testament that no ink had been spilt and no Narrators have left us. Should you choose to explore the grounds and find the new additions to the castle – you’ll likely be surprised to say the very least. In the interest of recreation, the pumpkin patch has been opened – and you’re more than welcome to see if you fare better in a pumpkin carriage better than our Cinderella did. What’s the harm in giving it a try? Or if you’re more interested in paying your respects, the shrines of the Tiger and the Dragon are both open. Shall you see what happens if you try to leave an offering? You know what they say – nothing ventured, nothing gained. Or maybe you’ll find your friends. Your dearly departed, delightfully preserved friends in the morgue. Reunions always bring a tear to the eye, don’t they? As if the sky mourns with you, Narrators will find that on Tuesday afternoon, it will begin to rain. It pours and it pours and it pours… and it will show no sign of stopping until Friday evening. Plan accordingly. Stay dry. Finally, partners had best get comfortable with the idea of touching into the spirit of generosity. They'll feel compelled to be kind to their partner, including possibly making or giving them a present. Isn't that just the sweetest? This feeling will dwell until the beginning of Thursday night's curfew. Welcome to Week 5, everyone! Hopefully you all enjoyed your break week and are ready for your regularly scheduled murder! We would also like to remind players to submit all of their Chapter 4 PCs and new PCs at the Private Conversations page and review the weekly ooc notes for important details in the castle. Something exciting will be arriving on Wednesday, July 11th so keep your eyes peeled for that as well. full navigation. locations taken (statuses) stories (profiles) info & faq wishing well private conversations

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[concasse]

... Do I get it back after this magic trick?

[randori]

I... [ hm ] I am pretty sure, yes. Yes you will.

[concasse]

[SAME EXPRESSION]

... And no one's getting stabbed, right?

[randori]

[ This one he can say without hesitation ]

Nobody's getting stabbed.

[concasse]

... Alright.

[He'll hand over the knife, handle-side first]

Let's see this magic trick, then.

[randori]

Alright!

[ He takes a step back and claps his hands together. ]

Sorry for the disrespect!! [ he shouts as he throws the knife straight down towards the ground blade first and slams his foot on the back end of the handle, driving the entire knife neatly into the ground. ]

[concasse]

[... Honestly he's just. Confused.

So confused???]

Alright but what the hell, Natsuo!

[randori]

[ He keeps his foot solidly on the ground where the knife sunk into the dirt, trying to wave Sanji off by flapping his hands in his face. Shhhh, it's okay. ]

It's part of the trick- just wait!

[concasse]

[FINE. HE'S WAITING.

Still looking at Natsuo with some measure of concern, but it's not like Natsuo killed anything, so...

where is this magic trick!!]

[randori]

[ Natsuo seems to be waiting too, staring down at the ground with a blank expression on his face, like he isn't sure what's going to happen next.

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[concasse]

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Is... something supposed to happen?

[randori]

Uh.

[ ...hm. ]

Give it some time.

[concasse]

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Okay so.

We expecting it to just pop outta the ground like a shitty daisy or what?

[randori]

No, it's... supposed to turn into a token. I think.

[ He turns out his pockets- there's two coins in here, but apparently that's not the number he's looking for, so he stuffs them back into his pocket and takes a step back. ]

That's probably long enough. Here, you can have it back.

[concasse]

Was one of your tasks to shove a knife into the ground and turn it into a coin?

[Like first off, how dare Natsuo get all the easy ones??? But yeah, Sanji is going to dig out his poor knife from the choking embrace of the dirt]

[randori]

Nah, it's to bury somebody's important item.

[ An unfairly easy task, assuming this counts ]

When it comes to "important," the first thing I thought was you and your knives, 'cause you take your job that seriously. How many have you found so far?

[concasse]

Heh. Well... guess the simplicity of the task suits you.

[SANJI DON'T BE MEAN.]

And just the two. I'll be damned impressed if I ever find the other three.