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Duplicity Game Mods ([personal profile] duplicitymods) wrote in [community profile] duplicitymemes2018-10-14 04:38 pm
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TDM #2


« « « TEST DRIVE MEME » » »




« « « OUT OF CLUTTER FIND SIMPLICITY


It's discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit. Yet, solace is found in the lies we tell each other, comforted by the peace of knowing that we're not alone in our depravity, and once on this path, sin itself becomes the lesser of two evils masked in a cloud of normalcy.

This is how Duplicity has functioned since the beginning. The divide of power and social standing is overt in that Dominants influence the decisions made both publicly and privately while Submissives cater to the rules presented to them. It is the way of Duplicity to assign random designations at birth with no leeway in altering what has been given. Climate in the Up is far stricter than that of the Down; violating outlined personas for a Dominant or Submissive while in full view of others is punished by degree of infraction. In the Down, many tend to turn a blind eye to these sorts of offenses.

To counteract the discovery of the Deceit Gene – a natural "negative" response to all stimuli – the L.I.E.S. program was founded. The program had been designed to introduce new subjects to the current environment and test for the Deceit Gene through immersion in Duplicity's standing society. Sexual impulses and encounters increase the chances of detecting the gene within these individuals. Participants are typically released from L.I.E.S. after a year; however, results have remained unsatisfactory and testing still continues.

You’re here! Finally! Welcome to Duplicity.

After choosing a door and stepping through to the other side, the first thing that greets you are the enthusiastic faces of people in medical scrubs and pristine lab coats. Their enthusiasm translates to eagerness as they strip you of your clothes to perform a thorough examination—you will be healed, bathed, and given a paper gown to wear until your items can be processed and delivered to your residence later in the evening. You are also given a device that accesses the network as well as the time and location of orientation.

If you enter Duplicity into the Up, congratulations! You’re a Dominant, which means you are immediately picked up by a limo after processing and taken to your highrise. Here, it is two Dominants per floor with separate apartments. If you enter Duplicity into the Down, congratulations! You’re a Submissive, which means you are directed towards public transportation with the address of the motel you’ll be living in. Here, it is two Submissives per room with a shared common space for all rooms. Either way it's raining! Still.

Enjoy your free time until orientation! Participation is mandatory by all new arrivals.



» » » LIES TRAVEL IN COMPANY




The day after stepping through the door and participating in orientation, LIERS are assembled together in the Up for a tour of Duplicity in its entirety. Seats are in pairs and randomly assigned to Dominants and Submissives alike. Traveling from Fiddler's Square, the train journeys through various parts of the Up, showcasing society and examples of lifestyle. Along the way, frequent stops are made; a variety of passengers can be seen exiting and entering the doors. A Dominant with a kneeling Submissive takes a seat near the front of the train at one stop. A small group of Submissives board and sit closer to the LIERS at another, all seemingly content in their roles. As the tour continues through the Up, the train passes close to the Market and White Wall Bridge and zips by North Park before heading into the Down and bypassing Red Wall Bridge and South Park.

The train makes a "final" stop at Riddler's Square, where inhabitants of the Down are instructed to return to their temporary housing. Those who live in the Up are permitted to stay on the train and revisit the same locations while returning.



« « « A. WAIST. OF. LEEWAYS.




The rain continues to drizzle, but it’s finally slowing enough for the citizens of Duplicity to catch their breath. With the influx of new LIERS, people make quick work of fixing the damages from Tumenalia—a combination of preparation and wanting to welcome more participants to orientation.

Typically, travel between the Up and the Down is rather seamless with the use of the elevators, and with the end of the holiday comes a regular schedule for transportation between the two areas of Duplicity. Yet, mysterious powers are at play once again. Or so it seems. Stepping onto the elevators does not deliver its occupants to their desired location; instead, they are ushered into rooms designed to be escaped. There are a variety of themes, but the most popular seem to be Room A, Room B, and Room C. While they follow the usual guidelines for any escape room, there are a few “catches” that might not be noticeable at first. Each clue is only accessible to those of the corresponding designation. Submissives are responsible for unlocking the first and third of the three clues, and even if a Dominant figures out what it is and how to use it, they will not be any closer to escaping unless the Submissive plays a key role in interacting with these clues.

Things to note about these rooms: the third clue requires some sort of sexual engagement to be considered “clear” of it. After the allotted time of one (1) hour, if those inside haven’t managed to escape, the Submissives will be removed from the room and the Dominants will remain until they can successfully help the new Submissives escape the room. Each time, the clues will be reset and change; they will never be the same.




» » » THE KEY TO HEARTS




Meanwhile, in the Down, a local charity organization has sent out notices for a black-tie fundraiser to be held during the evening to raise awareness of homeless Submissive children. Invitations are sent via the devices, and there are even fliers posted all across the Up and the Down. If in attendance of the event, the waitstaff will be taking down the names of all uncontracted Submissives; no other explanation of what it’s for is mentioned throughout the evening. And while donations are completely voluntary, any contributions made helps to further the main endeavor of the cause. However, it seems most people are present to network and find someone that might fill a contract slot. So, eat, drink, and dance until it all winds down and everyone decides to go home. The only “catch”? Dominants draw the name of one Submissive to accompany them back to the Up, and those who are left will be paired up for the sake of no one leaving alone.



« « « MOD & OOC NOTES



Please read carefully.

Dominant and Submissive TDM assignments: All characters whose first name begins with the following ( A, C, E, G, I, K, M, O, Q, S, U, W, and Y ) are Dominants. All characters whose first name begins with the following ( B, D, F, H, J, L, N, P, R, T, V, X, and Z ) are Submissives. Players with characters that are a number use the first letter to spell that number. To use this TDM as a door pass please link this on your app and place whether it is dominant or submissive.

For the escape room prompt players can make up the clues they find. They may be extremely sexual or something simple like moving a painting off a wall.

Also, any locations throughout Duplicity are available for TDM prompts as well!

Please remember to mark any necessary content, and have fun!!




» » » MAIN NAVIGATION « « «

definingfuture: (T - And this fucking thing.)

[personal profile] definingfuture 2018-10-16 01:25 am (UTC)(link)
[Tony picks up on the tone, but he's learned not to assume too much after meeting so many different people and visiting worlds along the way. Jonathan doesn't look like an alien or elf, but it's easier for him to accept the idea that everyone in Duplicity are from different times and worlds. He seems to get the idea either way.]

Maybe... I don't know who we would have to talk to. There's a chance that we could ask to see the paperwork and. Um. Discreetly check for errors?
conscitus: (Default)

[personal profile] conscitus 2018-10-16 01:25 am (UTC)(link)
It's still a little strange to see Claire drink anything and know that she's genuinely old enough to have whatever she wants. Not that Sam thinks they would care about that here, but it's at least a normal weird thing. He's been missing that a lot more than he realized, but seeing Claire here brings all that into sharp relief.

At least her question is easy enough to answer.

"Dominant. All the submissives get that mark whether or not they're attached to anybody." He gestures vaguely at his neck, which is obviously lacking in the telltale black line. He's sure she's made that connection, but the intricacies of the whole arrangement go deeper than the very basic explanation they were offered upon arrival, he's noticed. Dominant is good though, at least when it comes to Claire. It means she's got a decent place and no one can order her around beyond what they're all subject to. Of course there would have been nothing to stop him from letting her stay in his, but that would have been more than slightly awkward.

"What's the last thing you remember before this place?"

He's still standing close enough to her that he can lower his tone to a point where the people drifting past them won't be able to overhear.
dragonfall: (112)

[personal profile] dragonfall 2018-10-16 01:26 am (UTC)(link)
[ ...wonderful.

The chair again.

With a deep and lasting sigh, Estinien goes over to the chair, feeling around the arm for the small box he knows is there. He slips the key inside and the restraints - for wrists and ankles, incidentally - pop open.

Then he sighs again. ]


The next clue will indicate what we do with this chair.

I have never found the third clue. [ On account of being too incised to continue. ]
lapofluxury: (a12)

[personal profile] lapofluxury 2018-10-16 01:26 am (UTC)(link)
[Aria lets out a small "pfft" in response, gesturing his hands outwards in a nonchalant motion.]

Maybe I just enjoy meeting mysterious strangers on public transit.

[Ever think of THAT, Iwai?]
fairysong: (04)

[personal profile] fairysong 2018-10-16 01:27 am (UTC)(link)
[Sheryl's been eyeing the cake in question too, to be honest. She just has pretty good self-control about this sort of thing. You don't become the galaxy's top idol without the ability to turn down dessert.

Boy does it look tasty, though.

She glances at the girl who is, right now, doing what she kind of wants to do.]
I hope they won't be too disappointed if I don't have anything to give, then. [Because what even is money here?]

It looks pretty tasty. I'm a little jealous.
advisors: for fuck's sake (all beat and tired)

[personal profile] advisors 2018-10-16 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
You said you had the 'knowledge of Magnostadt.' What part of all that knowledge doesn't include that?

( ha ha very funny )
yamori: (009)

all sin all the time

[personal profile] yamori 2018-10-16 01:30 am (UTC)(link)
[ Iwai has to draw his eyes away, leave them attached firmly to the far wall to try to ignore how much he wants to look. She's young. Iwai wouldn't guess any older than twenty at the max. Only a few years older than his own kid. He shouldn't be looking.

But god damn he wants to. ]


Fine.

[ His voice is gruff and he pushes himself away from the wall as he starts looking again. He needs the distraction. ]

Are we even gonna be able to finish this thing? How long's it been?
everlasts: (pic#12596986)

;;;;;

[personal profile] everlasts 2018-10-16 01:31 am (UTC)(link)
[ her heart lurches painfully in her chest. the last time she'd seen Irisviel, she'd been in so much pain, and then-- the Grail, shimmering, shining, before all of it went dark. Kiritsugu's final command rings through her skull. Saber's gaze, for a moment, is lost in memory.

she tries to smile. it seems a fragile thing, even as she squeezes Irisviel's hands and steps closer, that hardly any space separates them at all. ]


You're here.

[ alive. that is what makes all the difference. ]

How? I-- I saw...

[ her voice does not waver as another might. but there is strain. ]
purered: (Intel Exchange)

[personal profile] purered 2018-10-16 01:31 am (UTC)(link)
Klaus gently set Leo down, peering at the paper he'd acquired. Klaus had always been good at finding patterns in things, and his memory, while not quite eidetic, was close as could be.

"It's a sequence," he remarked, some of the grogginess beginning to wear off as he was able to think more clearly. "We should try to follow the symbols around the room - likely starting here."
drizzle: (pained)

I

[personal profile] drizzle 2018-10-16 01:32 am (UTC)(link)
[There will be a rare moment of silence for once in Nike's life. It had nothing to do with wishing to pay attention to the guide, being awestruck by her surroundings, or the unfair treatment of other people -- of submissive labelled people just like her -- instead it had a lot to do with the woman sitting next to her. An amazing beauty was sitting next to her, was the only opinion Nike could form by watching her in the corner of her eye.

The formal air about her, which was filled with so much charm and class, left Nike pondering over the meaning of being the "Lady of the World King" title. This woman's image and mannerisms was a clear example of the way Nike needs to reach and act as. Luna's words over apologizing to every princess for being the worst example of one was echoing loudly in her mind. It was the reason Nike will wince at the sudden voice.]


S-Sorry for being such a failure of a-- [Oh wait, she was talking about the situation surrounding them, wasn't she? With her cheeks glowing red, Nike will lower her head in shame, feeling like she not only may have made the worst first impression to someone who outclasses her in every way, but she was an embarrassment to her own country.] A-Ah, I mean, yeah, I suppose... [A slight pause in an attempt to find her footing, noticing the natural way the other woman can speak with such grace, even when she was feeling peeve by their surroundings.] ...um, it may all be very unorthodox, the way their social structure works, but I feel there may be a reason behind it. I don't think we know the whole story to it and...

[There is going to be a sigh, realizing she may just be talking in the way her grandmother expects her to be -- to remain neutral.]

Honestly, I'm curious to know the history of this city, its values, and the feelings of those in our class truly feel about it. [Another pause will be given as she remains in deep thought.] If we don't understand the situation, then we can't do much about it...since our principals may result in the same reaction we're having...and it gets harder to find common ground to have a civil discussion..... [Was she stupid to think like this? Somehow she feels stupid for even speaking the way she was without offering the young woman next to her some type of comfort. She can only imagine the mixed feelings she was having too.]
illuminescent: (Lucy - can't believe this)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2018-10-16 01:32 am (UTC)(link)
[Her smile speaks volumes: she's delighted now, impressed by the light and the magic, and she twirls as he guides her, her body flush against him.]

And you won, I can see.

My own adventures pale in comparison.
briskly: (Ezra Miller in Justice League (105))

» » » THE KEY TO HEARTS (i)

[personal profile] briskly 2018-10-16 01:32 am (UTC)(link)
No. [ the words slips out of barry's mouth a little harshly and he winces, shaking his head apologetically. ] You, uh, really don't want to dance with me.

[ he glances down at magnus' feet and, yeah, just as he suspected, nice shoes. ]

I'll ruin those.

yamori: (013)

[personal profile] yamori 2018-10-16 01:33 am (UTC)(link)
[ No because literally nobody likes that.

It makes Iwai raise an eyebrow, though, and he turns his head toward Aria with a faintly amused look on his face. It got his attention, at the very least. ]


Then you're either a liar or a masochist. Or both, I guess.
tartes: (this is not about running out on you)

[personal profile] tartes 2018-10-16 01:33 am (UTC)(link)
[ There have been so many people in so many odd costumes and outfits that Ned may or may not have had to convince himself at least once that he wasn't guerrilla-cast in some kind of illegal movie if he was absolutely certain it wasn't a dream; the garb doesn't seem to faze him for the most part.

He does eye the skull a little uneasily, but probably not for the reasons his seatmate would probably expect. Scratching at the line down his own throat with a vaguely remorseful expression is likely a subconscious response, too. ]


Me? Oh, uhh... it's not me I was worried about. I mean--no need to worry about me. I'm not. I just...

[ Ned pulls the sleeves of his sweater over his fists like some kind of teenager, making a helpless and vague gesture toward the staff. It's very elegant and in any other situation he'd admire it, maybe ask about finding one for his brothers to embellish their show with, but right now, when his entire day has been surreal and kind of humiliating, he has a more immediate concern. ]

Is that... real?
mostsplendid: (pic#12436943)

I can't believe you're here to bully best boy

[personal profile] mostsplendid 2018-10-16 01:33 am (UTC)(link)
[Now this was supposed to be a black tie party which means... fancy. So he was told. Something very similar to the parties his father and stepmother used to have. Most of which he was not allowed to but... he does appreciate the rebellion to such events. The clearly not acceptable clothing catches his eye and earns Akagi a warm smile as he approaches.]

Ah? [Haurchefant places his own fingers to his throats and cants his head to the side for just a moment before giving a nod.] Yes... of course. It's nothing extravagant.

[Being a submissive is fine with him. Of course... he doesn't yet know all of what it entails. But as someone who has been doming adventures for years this only feels like a pleasant change of pace.

Haurchefant fusses with the tie around his neck and undoes the top button of his collar so that the thin dark line that runs down his throat is more visible.]


See? Just a line.
kuroi_taiyo: (49)

[personal profile] kuroi_taiyo 2018-10-16 01:33 am (UTC)(link)
It's called ignoring the memories and only pulling the actual knowledge. Like all the spells they developed and designed. The important stuff.

[ Do you think he'd count people as important? Then again... ]

Only the strong minds of the magicians that chose to be a part of it, like the old man, had enough will to call back on, anyway. When you have millions, they blend back into a single source.
bye_felicia: (v04)

[personal profile] bye_felicia 2018-10-16 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ She turns her head very slowly, very deliberately towards the young man who so helpfully answers her question. ]

No shit.

[ She's obviously not very grateful for the information. ]

They expect us to live in this place? While all of them get, what, the skyscrapers?
wiseass: (i am your worst nightmare.)

[personal profile] wiseass 2018-10-16 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
"Honestly? With you, it was the whole Boston tea party deal. For me... a hunt? I don't know. I know I wasn't with you or with Jody."

That's the honest truth. After the three girls parted ways and she told Jody she didn't want to go to school, things were strained. The love was there, but not always overflowing. They didn't need to pour it on too thick. She'd always be there for her sister and her mom. Having the two of them in her life was one of the only things that grounded her.

"I stopped asking questions I couldn't answer. All it did was make me feel worse."

Even in hushed tones, Claire knew to be careful. To display the air of authority and to pay mild attention to the bidding and the festivities around her. Pepper in some smiles, and a look of ease, and no one is the wiser.
advisors: oh great he's got ten women on his lap again (my hand is outstretched)

[personal profile] advisors 2018-10-16 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
( A sigh. )

I should've expected that from you.
dragonfall: (4)

[personal profile] dragonfall 2018-10-16 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
Most likely some unspoken plot that they have hidden from us.

[ At least, that is what Estinien's suspicion and pessimism tell him. ] Little of their explanation made any logical sense and they didn't seem inclined to give it again when asked.

[ Namely, he asked what genes were.

Sometimes it is difficult coming from a less technologically advanced world. ]


If we resist their desires, we will be met with violence or some 'law' that we will not be allowed to resist.
eagleking: (Grin)

[personal profile] eagleking 2018-10-16 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
[While it's wonderful to see so many beautiful ladies, seeing a familiar face do bring relief to his heart. What's more reassuring than seeing a fellow crewmate in an unfamiliar land?

His smile is wider and a lot more joyful at seeing Lennah.
]

Lennah! I always do. You always brighten the life and ship with your flowers.

[In another world, Gawain feel the urge to fight.]

And of course, your lovely smile.

[Make that urge to destroy. But]
castle: (𝟷𝟾𝟸 ᵇᵃᵗᶜʰˑ)

[personal profile] castle 2018-10-16 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
[ He hadn't expected any sort of celebrity status tonight. Even if he does stand out with the excessively casual attire, most people haven't batted an eye at him. Normally, he'd grow out the facial hair to hide any possible recognition from behind a beard, but even with just the light scruff across his chin, no one seems to recall the face of the infamous Punisher.

Course, his luck ain't gonna last, and it's only time before someone puts a name to him. But she doesn't even look like the type who'd have an interest in his reputation, his name so casual on her tongue like she isn't asking about a famed murderer.

He doesn't react, though, merely giving her a glance, just as simple in the reply, his tone polite. ]
Depends on who's asking, ma'am.
hikarichan: (Lift your hands to break)

[personal profile] hikarichan 2018-10-16 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
[Hikari has to watch her diet carefully, too, honestly. She's an actress. She just tends to work extra calories out of her system. When she's frustrated, she wants to get it out of her, physically, so she goes for lots of walks and jogs.]

I don't have anything, either.

[Hikari pauses, looks down at her cake, then forks a piece of it off, holds it out to the other woman, palm flat beneath it to catch any crumbs.]

It'd be hard for me to enjoy it with you being jealous. [If the words sound like her being nice, or maybe even flirty, the tone kind of destroys that. Hikari sounds annoyed, honestly. She just wants to eat.]
runawaynatblida: (Default)

[personal profile] runawaynatblida 2018-10-16 01:37 am (UTC)(link)
[Her smile is small, but it's there. He might be able to catch it before she relaxes her face. She could tell him how she was trained from toddlerhood to be a killer and she certainly could handle herself. She'll let him have this. She likes his voice.] Thank you, Jonathan.
polkayoureyesout: (facepalm/sad)

[personal profile] polkayoureyesout 2018-10-16 01:37 am (UTC)(link)
[He coughs and looks down.]

I think they're talking about the equipment. I'm not sure exactly how they want us to use it, but you were at orientation, surely.

Maybe if one of us just climbs in the cage the door will open? Or we might need to do more. I think the cages were meant for people to watch things from and there's uh, not a lot to watch here. Then there's that cross.

[Waldo sounds dubious. Aside from the whole 'public sex' thing Johnathan is alright, but he's no Angelina Jolie. Or even Captain Jack Sparrow. Butters is aware that he's no Johnny Depp either.

He tries to remember all the possible paraphilias he knows that might not be actually sexual but could conceivably count. Not a whole lot. Spankings or fuzzy handcuffs were about as kinky as he was comfortable with.

By this point, he's been staring off into space looking preoccupied for an uncomfortable length of time.]
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