Prepare for the #LodanRespawn2024 Existing characters may choose to be displace from/have memories of different timelines, thereby allowing returning members the option to retcon their whole character. These changes are the result of the "Unnatural Fog" plot device that is running between now and the Respawn. The plot is simple: no matter where your character is, that place is shrouded in a thick fog that suspends time, but not thoughts or memories, so even if they're repeating the same day over and over again, they continue to remember, so each time feels like a new day. For those retconning OCs; this is where new versions of themselves have the opportunity to replace the old versions. Official lore and tree updates will be announced asap
(OPEN TO ALL) "You gotta be kidding me..." muttered Amon. He had just gotten today's newspaper and the horrible news; that Mingo's second Leader, Tourin, was dead. Though he didn't personally know Tourin, he couldn't help but feel a familial connect to his predecessors.
"Gotta send a few letters to Sienna and Will...but first..."
"Abby! Abe!"
"Yes?"
"What?"
"C'mon, we gotta step up security around here, and make sure the rest of our members are okay...let's start by checking out the crime scene..."
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This
Post by Iacomus Lerwick on Sept 23, 2014 21:03:53 GMT
Iacomus held today's newspaper in his hand, as he made his way down the street, dodging pedestrians and shop-goers as he looked down at the article underneath his thumb with a sort of neutral expression. He had never known the man in question, a "Tourin Might", it seemed, who was one of the prior leaders of the Merchanics guild. Iacomus was quite spirited about his guild, even though most of the other members made mechanical mechanisms and he only really sold things, but he was very proud to be a member, none the less. That being said, he was also quite curious about the prior members, and he regretted not being around to meet this man, but he thought he may as well try to get some more information, and maybe check out the crime scene. Of course he would offer his condolences as well. While on his way, he spotted the current leader of the guild, Amon, near the door of his shop. Iacomus had met the man only once, but he seemed like a very interesting person, if not a bit grumpy, however. With a small chuckle he strolled over to the door and opened it a crack. "Good morning, Mr. Amon! Is right now a bad time?" He called inside in the hopes that the clockwork master might have some more information.
"Oh, hey Iaco...yeah, you heard the news right? The mere fact that this happened not too long after I became head of Mingo's is leaving a bad taste in my mouth..." he replied, rubbing the back of his head. "I was just on my way to check out the scene of time crime before ramping up security around here..."
He paused as he noticed Abby and Abe staring intently at Iaco.
"The new member with nightly tendencies," said Abby.
"Seems a bit too calm considering the circumstance," noted Abe.
(In case you don't know who Abby and Abe are, check out the "Twintroduction" thread for a quick rundown)
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This
Post by Iacomus Lerwick on Sept 24, 2014 22:14:56 GMT
"What a coincidence! I was just about to ask if you knew any more information about this whole ordeal, as well as check out the crime scene myself." Iacomus said as he stepped inside, but then put on a solemn expression "I regret the fact that I had never met the man, and as a member of Mingo's, I feel as if I should have made his acquaintance. Quite a tragedy." he shook his head as he said this, but glared subtlety at the two beside them before standing up with a look of awe on his face. "Oh my, these are amazing! What are your names, you two?" He said as he walked over to Abe And Abby, but turned back to Amon with a quick spin on the heel of is boot. "I do apologize, now is probably not the time."
"The girl is Abby and the boy is Abe," replied Amon, gesturing to the respective dolls. Amon paused, deep in thought. Although they had enough tact to refrain from outright accusing Iacomus, they did notice how oddly calm the fellow was...that, coupled with the nature of his shop as well as his rumored nightly activities, did not paint the best picture...
"Hey, Iaco...what were you doing last night...? I've heard rumors about your...nightly activities...did you happen to notice anything strange?" asked Amon.
"Innocent until proven guilty," thought Amon. "Besides, he might've seen something."
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This
Post by Iacomus Lerwick on Sept 25, 2014 1:17:25 GMT
"Why, hm... Let me think." Iacomus said as he put his finger up to his face and pressing his black nail into the skin on his pale lip a little as he looked up as if trying to remember something. "I believe I was at Clancy's the majority of the evening. Yes, I payed him a visit shortly after closing up shop, and stayed until the influence of the alcohol he had been drinking made him far too gone for any sensible conversation." Iacomus smiled - one with no malicious intent behind it for once - and giggled a little, if that was even possible for such a person. Rubbed the side of his head a little as he then said "Rumors of nightly activities? Of course I can see how people would think that based on the merchandise I sell, but I'm pretty sure most of the rumors people are spreading are probably false, as most rumors are. I do apologize, however, as I can't help you, as I saw nothing out of the ordinary last night."
"Hrm...okay then..." replied Amon, rubbing the back of his head. "Just to be safe though, I may need to place a curfew on the district..."
He leaned in close and softly spoke in Iaco's ear, "Rumors usually have a facet of truth. These recent events, along with these rumors and the nature of your shop, may shed some unfavorable light on you; best not to stand out for a while..."
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This
Post by Iacomus Lerwick on Sept 27, 2014 1:13:59 GMT
Iacomus cringed for a small second at the mention of a curfew. Something like that would not do his business any good... However, he smiled pleasantly again at Amon. "Not-standing-out?" My dear leader, I don't believe you have met me." He said with a wink and a small bow with the flick of his tail coat. "I kid, I kid, and I understand completely." He knew this man suspecting him of something... Too many people did, these days...
"Heh," replied Amon, shaking his head while smiling. "It's just precautionary, hopefully to prevent another incident; if nothing else, it'll keep some people at ease. And like I said, it should prevent unwanted attention on you."
"Not trying to be accusatory...I hope understand," Amon quickly added, rubbing the back of his head, smiling apologetically.
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This
Post by Iacomus Lerwick on Sept 27, 2014 20:38:57 GMT
Iacomus chuckled a little. "I do indeed, no worries." He smiled and looked up at Amon "So, is everything they say in the article true?" he said as he held the news paper up next to his face and poked at it with his finger. It wasn't exactly changing the subject, but it would do.
"I will destroy you in the most beautiful way possible! And when I leave, you will finally understand why storms are named after people!" - Taryn, Nerf This