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TDM #27
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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 LIEs 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 LIEs after a year; however, results have remained unsatisfactory and testing still continues. ... and 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 high-rise. 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. Enjoy your free time until Orientation! Participation is mandatory for all new and past arrivals. Skies are clear and the weather is warm. |
 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. |
 (cw: dubcon, altered mental states, infidelity, cruelty) Some charming surprises for LIERs new and old alike are being distributed at Orientation, hawked by various merchants, and handed out by early revelers in the streets. These nearly ubiquitous and fashionably-colored butterfly, bull, or swan charms can be found on a wide array of products from braided bracelets, to pendants, rings, keychains, pins, barrettes, etc. They're extremely attractive to whoever possesses one, to the point they don't want to remove it. If they make a concerted effort to take it off, they may find themselves wearing it again a few hours later without remembering putting it back on. The only way to truly be rid of it is to swap it out for a different charm. Butterflies feel more devil-may-care. They're up for trying just about anything once and have the stamina for it easily. However, they also bore quickly and might even quit an act right in the middle if it, or the person they're with, isn't doing it for them. They have a fairly callous attitude toward their partners' needs and desires unless they happen to align in the moment. They care nothing for commitment or long-term stability. Life is about enjoying every second as it comes. It's too short to waste on repetition. Bulls know what they want and exactly how they want it. They're confident and assertive in their propositions and prefer to stick to tried and true kinks they already know they enjoy. If they've never dipped their toes into the world of kink before, they will seek out someone knowledgeable to give them thorough instruction so that, when the time comes to try it on their own, they have the needed skills. They are enthusiastic about their own interests and very motivated to share them with others. The great thing about bulls is they won't quit until they get the job done and everyone is satisfied — unless denial is your thing. No judgment here. Swans are in love with romance and stability. They are less focused on falling in love with someone specific than they are on becoming the kind of person worthy of love and partnership. They're in it for the deep feelings with the goal of building a long-lasting love connection. They are prone to all the grand gestures, wooing in style, and digging into self-help if they have less desirable traits that would make them a bad partner. Even if a character would normally be allergic to this attitude, possession of a swan charm turns their eye toward the goal of being a good mate for life. Anyone who comes together with someone else in possession of the same charms will find themselves drawn to that person with the traits of the charm amplified. Butterflies will be even more flighty and prone to boredom, Bulls more set in their ways, etc. Should any unlucky trio decide on a 3-way with one holder of each charm, they're in for a bad time of it with the traits of each clashing and a high likelihood of hurt feelings and bad sex. After first obtaining a charm and wearing it, characters will be affected for one week with the effects waning as time passes until it's just a pretty bauble. No one can be under the effect of two or more charms at once, but they can switch charms out throughout the week. |
 (cw: dubcon, aphrodisiacs, drugs, cannibalism, violence, forced orgasms, overstimulation, macro/micro sex organs/traits, body horror, forced exhibitionism, humiliation, flashing) It's that time of year, when preparations for Duplicity's annual celebration of Tumenalia are underway. Green, red, and blue banners are hung from the buildings and street lights. Food and drink is abundant at tables and stalls, some of it simply tasty treats, some with the powerful aphro effects those familiar with Duplicity have come to expect from such offerings. Buyer beware. Or not. Businesses that capitalize on the sexual and violent nature of the festival have their best wares on display — toys, fetish wear, erotic furniture, even weapons, all either on sale at discount before businesses close for the festival or offered up for LIERs to demo in exchange for coupons to use later. One shop in particular has a few unusual items geared toward the festival, both for offense and defense it would seem. Toxine is a two piece lipstick set in a vibrant shade of red that comes with a clear basecoat. If worn without the basecoat, it affects both the wearer and anyone they kiss, producing wild desire to devour one another in any way possible. Effects can range from sexy to violent, even cannibalistic, depending upon the wearer and target. If worn with the basecoat, only the target is affected and their consuming desires will be unleashed on anyone in the vicinity. Knives for Feet No, your feet aren't knives. That would be silly! There are spring-loaded blades in the toes of these lovely fetish shoes geared toward men, women, and those who identify outside the binary. Some styles are studded with spikes as well, or have an extra-sharp stiletto heel. You'll look killer for any party. If someone gives you a hard time, knock them dead, baby. Slay. Orgasme is the perfectly discreet gentle self-defense perfume bottle that packs a big punch. One spritz from the très chic atomizer sends the target into paroxysms of intense, debilitating orgasm, long enough for someone to make a quick escape or capture. Use with caution in high winds. Not for use in enclosed spaces. The manufacturer of Orgasme will not be liable for damages from improper use of product. Do not use if allergic to any ingredients in Orgasme. One bottle of Orgasme is good for four uses. Flaunt It (If You've Got It?) This adjustable leather or pleather harness is unisex and designed to be worn under clothing for a naughty surprise to enhance your best assets. Unfortunately, the manufacturer outsourced their labor this year. It may work as advertised, or it may go terribly wrong. Characters who are typically shy or insecure about their bodies will find the harness not only enhances their assets but enlarges them significantly. Characters who are arrogant about their looks will instead find their assets have shrunken to the point they're barely visible. Characters with a neutral feeling about their own bodies may simply have a nice leather harness to wear. Those who have grown or shrunk will feel an irresistible urge to flash someone whose opinion matters to them, whether this person is someone they care about or loathe. Those who don't know anyone in the city will want to flash the first attractive stranger they see. Only after exposing themselves can a character remove the harness and return to normal. If they can't find anyone to flash at all, the harness will eventually loosen and become removable within 2 days. Other businesses that don't cater to the depravity may be preparing fortifications against the impending Tumenalia mayhem, some even boarding up and closing down early. The owners want nothing to do with the property damage that often goes along with the releasing of inhibitions. It isn't long before suggestive and downright filthy graffiti is sprayed on the boards of these businesses. Some people have no sense of civic pride. ((Please note Tumenalia takes place in November. You're still welcome to play with the pre-festival prompts in December, or you can assume that post-festival the decorations are being taken down, businesses reopened, last remaining stock is on clearance, etc.)) |
 While the hierarchy of Dominants and Submissives remains generally stable throughout Duplicity, the society is not entirely without subversive undercurrents. Even after the quelling of recent dissent, there are whispers of defiance among those who long for a life outside the confines of their designation. Welcome to Autonomy, a "traveling" nightclub that moves around the Up, never held in the same place twice. People wanting to attend only learn of its current location and password hours before it opens for business. Tonight, the phrase No Labels will get you inside and into the temporary freedom that club Autonomy has to offer. In this circle, there are no assigned designations and no consequences for taking a role that isn't the one given by society. So, a Dominant may become the Submissive they've always wanted to be — or vice versa. Dominants and Submissives alike are able to mingle without repercussion and be themselves. Food, drinks, and private areas for more intimate encounters are provided. Donations are accepted at any point during the night to further Autonomy's attempts of spreading the fulfillment that comes from being untitled. On the night in question, Autonomy is holding a random lottery for temporary connections. When entering, patrons have the choice of submitting their names into this drawing to be paired with someone else in the club regardless of designation. A short while later, an anonymous message will pop up on both parties' devices with the name and description of their partner, and whether or not they choose to meet them is purely at their discretion. Having more than one connection isn't completely unusual either. |
Please read carefully. On each Test Drive Meme, there will be a section noting character roles; these will vary each TDM. On an IC level, characters will still have gone through the doors but the assignments are OOCly randomized. When applying, there is a section of the application that denotes whether the character chooses "left" or "right." When participating on the TDM, there will be a third option. Players may link either a top level or a thread (five or more comments from their character) from the TDM and title the link as "Door Pass." This means that the player is choosing to take the designation that they were randomly assigned on the TDM, rather than taking the designation of a door. If the player decides to select a door rather than use the pass, then they are trying their luck; they may get the same designation they had on the TDM or the opposite. Once the application is submitted, players can't change their choice. To assign roles to characters for this TDM, use the following guide: If your character is a lover, they are a Dominant. If your character is more of a fighter, they are a Submissive. To Note: Characters can only swap their designation for one of the following reasons: an event occurs that allows it or there are OOC reasons that make it a necessity. Any swap always requires mod approval and each character can only ever switch once. Characters that are being reapped will keep their previous designation but players can choose to use new TDMs with different designations for fun! Test Drive threads can be used as activity proofs for characters currently in-game. Please remember to mark any necessary content, and have fun!! |
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[And naturally, law-abiding goody-two-shoes Riddle couldn't refuse.
A sigh out his nose at the next comment. He's not sure he'd consider it good, considering what it took him to get the thing off. He's currently debating if it's better or worse that it was Floyd he'd flashed, rather than... anyone else, honestly.
The initial comment from Floyd makes him recoil instinctively. With Jade? Ugh... he guesses that could well be... different for mermen...
... or it could just as easily not, in his opinion. Since when have the two given any damns about something like what was considered culturally appropriate?
And then Floyd offers that, and he tenses, a look of discomfort coming to his face as he looks away.]
That's . . .
[... scary, not that he wants to admit it. It's already been ingrained into him that such things were an unnecessary waste of time. And Floyd... blabbermouth, no brain-to-mouth filter Floyd, seeing him in such a vulnerable position?
Even if he has to admit that... right now, it's not too bad. Floyd has... surprised him, but his guard is still up. Wary and suspicious as anyone with half a brain would be when it came to their vulnerabilities around an Octavinelle.
...why is he even considering this to begin with?]
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[It's a little disappointing to see it the other way around, but because it's so against everything Riddle is, of course Floyd's interested to see how it might play out.
As for that recoil-- Ah, right. He really needs to remember that land dwellers don't take kindly to brothers fooling around. Was what he said that indicative of it, though? Well, either way, it's out in the open, so there's no going back on it now.
So then. Back to business. Riddle's hesitation isn't an outright refusal, so Floyd sticks around with his head tilted in question. Eventually, he props his elbow on his leg and his chin in his hand, nonchalant as ever.]
Thaaat's...?
[he parrots back, even if has a vague idea of what Riddle means.]
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[Dealing with all of his issues was enough on its own. Being slammed by all that plus people who felt like they could simply take advantage of him because of their position? Yeah, it was little wonder today had pushed him to the brink of tears.
The encouragement gets a slow breath. Cautiously, he looks back to Floyd.]
Why do you want to?
[He's not even totally sure he'll believe what the mer will say in response. But everything up to this point has him willing to give him a chance.]
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Finally with a shrug,]
'cause I think it'd be fun with you?
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He gives a sigh, finger coming up to lightly flip Floyd's nose.]
I hate to burst your bubble, but there's a reason I reacted the way I did to you.
Mainly me having some hang-ups that I'm pretty sure would make it the opposite of fun, especially for you.
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Ehhh? What're you talking about?
[What kind of "hang-ups" could the subject of his undying, unwavering
harassmentattention possibly have?]If it's experience you're worried about, you don't gotta be. Like, yeah, I've picked up on a lot of stuff since I got here, but I can still go slow.
[He thinks.]
You shouldn't sell yourself short, Goldfishie.
["Even if you are short" miraculously goes unsaid. ... Never mind that none of that is what Riddle's even talking about in the first place.]
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There's a huff and roll of his eyes, especially at that last line.]
It's not that. You wouldn't understand.
[At least, he doesn't think Floyd would. But the teen has stayed here and is listening despite everything, so... might as well give it a shot, he supposes. What's the worst that could happen, really...]
I was taught not to doing any exploring as I grew up. In my mother's words, it was a "needless waste of time" unless you were trying to have children.
[He places a hand against his cheek, elbow propped on his leg as he stares at the bathroom stall wall.]
One should never give in to instant pleasures... It was always more trouble than they were worth, and the temptation to keep doing them instead of what mattered was an unnecessary burden.
And now, whenever I even think about it... [His brow pinches, jawline tightening.] I get anxious, and uncomfortable. All I want is for the feelings to go away.
[He doesn't expect anything to come of it, but... he supposes, at least, it's kind of cathartic to talk about. To put words to the issues that had haunted him for so long.]
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Hmn...
[Too busy trying to comprehend Riddle's explanation, he doesn't say anything at first. To Floyd who was raised in an entirely different ecosystem where "kill or be killed" matters above all else, restrictions never have nor will they ever make sense, especially when they're as tailfin backwards as all this.
So while his brother might try to sympathize in this situation, Floyd responds with his usual nonchalance,]
Well, she taught you wrong.
[With a shrug,]
The more you stop yourself from doin' things you wanna do, the more you're gonna wanna do them. That's probably why you feel so gross.
[So obviously, clearly, most certainly:]
So... just do it.
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Riddle really gets the sense Floyd is trying to understand in spite of everything. The effort being put in is.. a bit surprising. And.. kind of cute, actually.
He can't believe he just attributed the word "cute" to Floyd.
There's a light huff at the words that follow, but he can't bring himself to be genuinely frustrated when it's evident the mer is trying to help him.
And then he gives a sigh.]
You really, really want to give it a try? I'm warning you now, it'll probably be incredibly frustrating, and a real test of patience.
[His gaze softens slightly.]
But... if you go into this treating it like a lesson instead of it being a good time like you're used to... maybe it could work.
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Well. Sort of. Sure, he knows Riddle, but he's never played with Riddle. ... Has Riddle even played with Riddle? Even in secret?
Ah, whatever. Time to wing it as always.]
Yay!
[Completely ignoring the other boy's warning, Floyd leaps up to his feet.]
So, you mean you want me to teach you step by step?
[Well, that's not going to work. He won't argue it, no... though he will bring up his pressing question anyway:]
You've never touched yourself before?
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It'll be as much a lesson for you as for me.
[A hand comes up to gently push Floyd by his chest to give him enough room to stand up. He pulls his boxers and pants up the best he can, making a face. Augh, he can't even get the zipper to fully close...]
Not much, no.
[Moving his cape to cover himself, he taps on Floyd's shoulder.]
Come on, let's find somewhere private. We're not doing this in a bathroom stall.
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[He doesn't sound patronizing or unconvinced though. He's a merman and Riddle's a human, so obviously there's a lot they've yet to learn from each other. ... Intimacy might not be the expected lesson plan, but lesson plans are just guidelines anyway, aren't they?
Yikes, that thing really is huge though, isn't it? Like. How's he supposed to tackle it? (Not literally, of course. Unless Riddle's into that sort of thing.)
First thing's first though: location. Floyd might be able to do this in a bed infested with cracker crumbs, but not everyone else shares his spirit of leniency.]
'kay! We'll go to the place I stay with Jade and Sea Snake!
[Will they be home? Not likely. But also quite possibly. Without waiting for Riddle to protest, he reaches down to grab the smaller boy's wrist so he can tug him out of the stall.]
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[Riddle's not so sure how much he'll actively "teach" Floyd as Floyd will... learn from Riddle's reactions.
He still half-expects it to go horribly wrong. But if it does, at least Floyd can stop pestering him.
A small noise gets caught in his throat, but... Well, that's about as private as they'll get, right? He definitely wouldn't want to do it in a room here...]
Slow down, Floyd.
[That's said as they're tugged out of the bathroom stall, and Riddle moves to grab the discarded harness so he can toss it in the trash.]
I can't emphasize enough: when we get there, we're going slow. Got it?
[He already feels a headache coming on...]
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[Duh? He's a genius, so just trust him, ok? Geez, did all the blood rush from your head to your new friend there, Goldfishie? Should definitely explain the headache, if that's the case.
Anyway, with Riddle appropriately covered up as best he can be, Floyd maneuvers through the crowd of curious onlookers and straight through the exit doors. The city is particularly busy this time of year with "festivity" preparations, but they'll have plenty of time to look into all that (and regret it) later.
At least he isn't running. He'll lead them along in a nice brisk walk, yes, but no running. Yet.]
Anyway, I got it, I got it~ I've been practicing, so I'll be as slooow as a cone snail~
[Then, totally casual,]
D'you want me to carry you?
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And you don't have to hold onto me, you know.
[Jeez, so many people are looking. What a mess...
There's a soft huff at the words that follow. Floyd sounds far too leisurely about that, and patience isn't exactly something Riddle knows him for...
His train of thought is abruptly hijacked by that question, and he gives Floyd a startled look.]
What— that's not necessary.
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[Big new city, big new scary things. He gets it, he gets it. It's a big sea out there for a little goldfish. What better way to brave the waters than by hanging onto a ferocious terror of the deep?
Floyd swings his arm (and Riddle's)... before ultimately deciding that, nah, he's not feeling this walking thing.]
Alley-oop~
[And with that, like the amazing gentleman he is, Floyd ducks and attempts to scoop the other boy up in his arms.]
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[But it is true Riddle isn't fighting him very hard. Mostly, he's feeling too tired after everything today. More than anything, he wants to get this over with so he can go to sleep.]
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Yelped out:]
Floyd!
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[And with his package (and his package's package) secured, Floyd's free to take off down the sidewalk, expertly weaving and dodging through the crowd as he does. Thankfully, the apartment isn't too far from here, and goodness knows he's always full of stamina to get them there without any breaks.
Better hold on tight, Riddle.]
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Floyd...!
[Damn this guy. Just as he thought, it's in one ear and out the other.
Too much getting yanked around today... Urgh. At least he had something of a warning before Floyd did it. Even if what he said was ignored. Again.
Just let this day finish quickly.....]
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Thanks to Floyd's wonderful memory, it's easy to figure out the route back home, and in no time at all he's rushing through the building lobby and squeezing between the nearest elevator doors mere seconds before it has time to close.
He's not as graceful hitting the buttons, but he manages with a quick elbow shove.]
See? You would've been all grouchy if you had to walk.
[As if Riddle isn't grouchy now...]
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Can you just put me down, already?
[He's too tired to care about if there are any other people in here. Let him have a brief moment of peace, Floyd.]
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Did you hear something?
[In other words, no. He won't be putting him down. There's still a couple more floors and then a few paces down a hallway to go, see?]
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This is the guy he's going to have his first time with. Really...]
Enjoy this while you can, brat.
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With little more than a snicker, Floyd quietly waits for the elevator to reach their floor... then strolls out at a leisurely pace. What? He was told to be slow when they get here and now "here" they are.
Floyd may leave all the technical jargon and legal stuff to Azul and Jade on a regular basis, but he remains an Octavinelle through and through.]
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