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« « « 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!!

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[ Given that, while Judar was pretty slim and not the tallest, he was obviously built and better than most (sure thing, sweetie,) it was obvious that the assigning process wasn't based on looks alone. Which is how he knows exactly what that quirked brow is about. The stupid line that, while Judar still had his gold collar, only blocked off a portion of the tattoo and left him with a mark that couldn't fully be hidden.

His gut was to spit or tell the weirdo off to stare elsewhere. The goal of the night, given how this one lacked that line, kept the ruder words swallowed back. ]

Gambling for someone's amusement is what. Not like it has to take that long for you people, right?

[ That is the literal first time he's been referred to as a 'you people' in his entire life.

On the one hand: it's nice to be considered as a part of a collective.

On the other hand... ]

'You people'?

[ The feathery wings at Aspen's back open slightly to add to his confused glance. ]

[ Okay, you're not like all the others. Probably spliced with a bird or something- it wouldn't be the first time someone's done something like that. ~~Especially not by the Organization's hands.~~ It's not the strangest thing he's seen. ]

Yeah. Those that didn't have to get this.

[ He'll trace his fingers down and along the line that extends from under the collar down to the chest. That thing this stranger seemed to enjoy staring at, when there were way better things to be looking at. ]

You can just choose whomever, whenever you'd like, right?

[ Aspen admittedly can't be sure if he wants the mark himself or wants to scrape it off of everyone else who has it. It's a strange feeling - and he finally tears his eyes away from Judar altogether to sigh, eyes closed. ]

It's not as if a Submissive doesn't have their own power.

What, the power to say 'no'?

[ Just by the nature of the title being used, without this 'program's' context, it's left nothing but a bitter sensation in the magi's throat. ]

Dominants have that too, but saying no doesn't send them to the slums.

The power to manipulate.

[ Aspen looks at him a little dubiously. ]

It's not as if all Dominants are discerning. Doubtless some just want a pretty face.

The manipulation's pretty mutual.

[ At least in the way that he could see it as. There were ways and reasons for both to do such. ]

So- what is it you're wanting?

If you can't pick out your target correctly, you've failed to manipulate properly.

[ He arches a brow; he's been in this position before. Or rather... Judar's. He has to wonder what kind of life Judar led. Do most people not know how to manipulate? ]

What I want of this party? Information, mostly. Unless you mean what happens at the end of it.

That's basic. I'm saying both sides have the power and option of manipulation.

[ You've got the wrong side of what he meant. Which isn't uncommon when dealing with Judar- he just rarely corrects them in that case. Also, given the exposed nature of his clothes, and jewelry, it's pretty easy to guess what kind of life Judar's had.

It wouldn't really be correct, but the guesses are easy to imagine. ]

Take it however you want it to mean. So, information. On the whole situation, or a particular point?

[ He opens his mouth but thinks better of it, shaking his head idly.

Aspen would, at first appearances, take him for a courtesan like him - he's pretty sure Lysander has worn something similar to what Judar wears - but the attitude is all wrong. ]

I'm interested in which elites are looking at the new Submissives. ... and charity. I assume you're here for something different, yourself.

I'm here for a bunch of things.

[ Oh, the attitude is the biggest sign that he wasn't anything near a courtesan. Not unless he was dedicated enough to only act proper to certain people. ]

Information, food, other things... It's a good way to relieve the stress of just showing up in this place.

You're stressed?

[ Aspen's eyes flit away from Judar to one of the elites he'd been tracking. ]

I wouldn't have expected you to come here, but I suppose you have a point. Though now you risk being swiped up by a Dominant yourself.

You don't think being abducted, marked and dumped into the slums is stressful?

[ Given the party is there, you've seen how different and obviously 'lower class' the Down was compared to the Up. Then again... Most would be stressed, but Judar isn't really showing any signs of that. Is it because of how small and unintimidating this one seemed to be? Who knows. ]

Maybe for a night, but it seemed interesting enough to 'risk.'

I do, but you don't seem stressed.

[ Aspen quieted, looking to his device. An elite man with a pressed suit and a blue tie looks over the two of them, and while Aspen catches his attention for a split second, his eyes focus on Judar's mark and he saunters over.

Well. Moment of truth, Aspen supposes. He doesn't mind stepping in as the man offers Judar a drink, but his eyes just flicker over to him minutely. ]

I've handled bigger.

[ This isn't the first time things like this have happened- especially not tonight. Sometimes it's the gold or the way his eyes are that catch people's attention. These people, all Dominants so far, have proven to just get drawn in by anyone with a line down their neck and chest, however. ]

I guess I just fit some people's aesthetic.

[ He's not afraid to act nice and sweet, or more than that, with some stranger. Which is why he raises his head a little more, giving this new suit a look of acknowledgement. Hey, if two wanted to go up and interact with the same Submissive, he's fine with seeing who would want his attention more.

Because a drink would sound pretty good right about now. And maybe some other things. ]

[ Aspen waits, because he knows it's coming.

When the elite turns to him and asks, right in front of Judar, about Judar as if he wasn't even there, Aspen still tastes something bitter that is decidedly not alcohol. Different place, same people, wasn't it? He's not sure if it's misplaced protectiveness or actual protectiveness when he says, ]

I'd tread carefully, if I were you. Doesn't he look like he'll bite?

[ He laughs brightly as if it were a joke, and they both do -

But the man looks slightly uneasy, buying the drink for Judar and then giving him a wink, quick to leave.

... given the attitude before, Aspen isn't sure he's proud of what he just did or annoyed. ]

[ Protectiveness or being territorial enough to dissuade others? Judar just gently raises his brows, almost admonished by the suggestion. ]

Only if you want...

[ At least he ended up with the drink in the end, even if the other potential ran off almost immediately after. When it was just them, however, the expression fell a little to something more casual. This just proved how the power to manipulate went to both sides, however, didn't it? There was a level of weight one had over the other. ]

Are you wanting me for yourself?

[ There are so many responses to that... ]

That man likes to bring knives into bed. I told you: I'm interested in seeing which elites are looking at the new Submissives.

[ A beat; ]

Besides, if I take any Submissive willingly...

[ He watches the bartender mix the drink and slide it over to Judar, letting his own words hang in the air. No, even the thought of taking one still soured with him. ]

It's always a risk of people bringing knives or acids to bed. Some use destructive kinds of magic.

[ As someone who was similar, this wasn't a new concept or danger that he was taking on. Accepting the drink, he lets the words hang for the duration of a sip. ]

It's not like you have to go with a contract right away. Haven't you taken one along for a trial, or to just hang or fool around with for fun?

[ Aspen almost rolls his eyes. ]

Yes, of course it's always a risk, but that doesn't mean you should be unawares to it.

[ He brushes his hair from his eyes. ]

No, I haven't taken one, and I don't intend to until the deadline unless something drastically changes. I can't say I'm fond of the expectation.

I've got ways of stopping it if they ignore that we're supposed to be the decision-makers on what's okay.

[ Well, isn't that interesting? ]

Ah. Don't like the idea of supporting or being responsible for someone?

[ Aspen almost spits out his drink, but ends up laughing, his wings fluttering behind him as he does. A few patrons glance up, even the bartender - seeming amused that someone who had been so stoic through the night actually lightened up.

Their assessment isn't entirely wrong, but Aspen can't blame them. They don't have the full story. ]

I don't like essentially owning someone. I'd love to take care and spoil someone, but I have certain rules I'd like to keep and making someone submit to them because they would need financial stability or protection does not sit right with me. Morals and ideals should not be bent for what amounts to servitude.

[ He's... glad... to make you laugh so easily. Actually, it kind of ticks him off. He's not some jester to make you laugh. ]

You're assuming that things would be bent for following certain rules? It's probably required to set some in the contract for it to be approved in the first place. Ones that both sides have to set and agree with.

[ Let him just pull up a chair. By which means he's going to sit in the air as if there's something there, because he's sick of standing around. After another sip- man, this stuff's strong. ]

Hit me with some of these rules.

[ Aspen quirks an eyebrow, watching him placidly. There's just a hint of irritation - there's really no need to be even taller than him, it's rude - before he sets his drink down. ]

You assume you know more about this place than I do.

Are you looking to be spoiled, or are you trying to poke holes in these rules of mine?

Not assuming anything.

[ It certainly looks that way, doesn't it? He's just feeling lazy and got sick of being on his feet. It's been a... very long time since he had to be in shoes for an extended period of time. They've gotten uncomfortable. ]

No clue. Right now I'm just curious enough to want to hear what they are.

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