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duplicitymemes2019-01-11 06:40 pm
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TDM #4 ( revised )
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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 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. Enjoy your free time until orientation! Participation is mandatory by all new and old arrivals. Oh, and one more thing. It's fucking cold. Better bundle up. |
 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. |
 While the societal climate between Dominants and Submissives remains somewhat neutral throughout Duplicity, there has been the occasional whisper of defiance and call for equality. Yet, demonstrations and visible proof of this unhappiness spreads faster by word of mouth on a day exactly when you need it most. Welcome to Autonomy, a "traveling" nightclub that is never in the same place twice. People wanting to attend only learn of its lucrative location and password hours before it opens for business. Tonight, I choose the third door will get you inside and into the temporary freedom 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 – or if your preference is sexual – 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 you choose to visit, Autonomy is holding a random lottery for temporary connections. When entering, you have the choice of submitting your name into this drawing to be paired with someone else in the club regardless of designation. A short while later, a message will pop up on your device with the name and information of your partner, and whether or not you choose to meet them is purely at your discretion. Having more than one connection isn't completely unusual either. |
 Gratification of being a successful Dominant or Submissive isn't necessarily simple. Learning curves are to be made, and mistakes will happen. Led by a Dominant and Submissive couple – Miriam and Victoria, who have been paired for twenty-two years – a monthly meeting for unattached Dominants and Submissives is held in the conference room of Morning Wood motel in the Down. The meeting starts a few minutes after nine and has no designated end time. The couple introduce themselves and explain the purpose of the meeting: learn the proper method for a new kink and possibly find your perfect partner. The space is intimate and well-stocked with refreshments. To begin, Victoria, while blindfolded, balances on her hands and knees with her back perfectly level. Her partner, when ready, places various items on the level surface–a full cup, a plate. The Submissive is meant to hold the items until the Dominant believes she's reached her limit. The exercise is one of trust and understanding. The demonstration is a short one, followed by Miriam removing the blindfold and soothing her Submissive. The words are whispered low and with care, clearly a method that is specific to this couple. The process is concluded with the pair handing out workups, videos, and answering questions. Anyone wishing to practice Purposeful Submission can do so in the open room with a random volunteer, aided by the couple, or can find someone to take to one of the rented rooms. Sex may follow any scene but is not necessarily included. Experimenting with unattached Dominants and Submissives allows for new relationships to form. |
Please read carefully. On each Test Drive Meme, there will be a section noting character roles based on birthdays; these will vary each TDM. On an IC level, character will still have gone through the doors but assignments OOCly are still randomized. When applying, there is a section of the application that denotes whether the character chose "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. All characters who have blue eyes or one blue eye and another color are Submissives. All characters who have brown eyes or one brown eye and another color are Dominants. Characters with any other color eyes are Dominants. To use this TDM as a door pass please link this on your app and place whether it is Dominant or Submissive. Please remember to mark any necessary content, and have fun!! |
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The owner of that name is a silver-haired girl of above average height wearing a similarly flashy outfit, posture poised and radiating a relaxed yet regal aura... almost as if she were from another dimension. Which actually might be the case as she doesn't seem to be... completely mentally present. Her expression is blank, even when Tenn introduces himself, and she slowly places a hand to her chin thoughtfully as she glances aside. After a brief moment of silent contemplation, she finally speaks; overly formal to the point of sounding archaic:]
... Kujo. Tenn. Nine passages and heaven. A fine name... one that is close to the soft glow to the moon. Most fortunate. [That first part was mostly to herself, rather than towards him, but she'll finally make eye contact with him, mirroring the polite smile he gives her.] I am one known as Shijou Takane. Incidentally, the "jou" in "Shijou" and "Kujo" appear to be one of the same... Perhaps it is that single character has unwound itself and bound the threads of our destinies for this very evening. Fufu~
[Despite being seated, she nonetheless leans forward to offer a polite and overly formal bow.]
Let it be known that the honor of your conversation to one so inexperienced as myself is anticipated with much pleasure.
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it's not like tenn hasn't met stranger people - some or the fans at trigger's fan signings and meetings have been eccentric, to put it lightly, so if tenn find takane shijou strange or off putting, his professionalism is what causes him to not reflect that opinion obviously on his features, choosing instead to respond to what she says with a smile, casual but not too casual, lifting his hand to sort of wave away her bow.
they're equals here, now, right? or at least, that's the kind of feeling that autonomy is supposed to be going for, right? ]
Is that so, Shijou-san. [ he can at least be polite, ] I confess that I'm not exactly the kind of person inclined to fates and destinies, but I can agree that it is a rather interesting coincidence. Is that something that interests you?
[ and with that, diplomatic as ever, he gestures towards the empty seat next to him at the counter. ]
No, the pleasure is all mine. Let's get to know each other better, shall we?
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Absently, she quickly places a palm onto the menu pamphlet on the counter and slides it closer to herself, though she doesn't break eye contact.]
I believe that there is always a reason for things that happen, but it is not as if I succumb to happenings while blaming fate or destiny as if they were foreign entities. Our destinies ultimately lie not within the stars, but ourselves, and it is by our hands that we must shape them to our liking. So, with that in mind... What is it that you wish to gain from here, Kujo Tenn?
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(like what is expected of him.)
the only time that he breaks eye contact with her, for that brief moment, is when she slides the menu pamphlet closer to her, and the movement that he catches out of the corner of his eye causes his gaze to flicker off for a moment, momentarily distracted, before it returns to her. ]
I believe that there is no success without hard work, Shijou-san. Although I am not so foolish to believe that circumstances play their part in shaping the decisions we make to shape our own futures. After all, back home, I am supported by countless people, entrusted with the lives and responsibilities of hundreds, all just to stand on stage.
[ he does pick up his glass to take a sip from it, carefully choreographed such that the clink of his glass coincides with the sharpening of his smile, a slight tilt of his head. ]
What a loaded question, Shijou-san. Here at Autonomy, or in this city in general. After all, my answer may change depending on the specific situation you're asking me about.
Colour me curious - I can't help but think you have some sort of ulterior motive.
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[Echoing the words slowly, as if speaking a foreign language, her face blanks and looks utterly confused as she tilts her head to the side. After contemplating for a moment, she giggles lightly.]
... Fufufu. Yes, I suppose I am in possession of something like that within myself. But, please rest assured that it does not involve you at all, Kujo Tenn.
[Though it really was a stroke of luck, hearing him mention a "stage." Now her interest was peaked, beyond that of customary pleasantries and etiquette. A fellow entertainer, perhaps? She pulls the menu pamphlet off the counter finally, looking down to study the print as she continues:]
To clarify for you, however, I speak of this "club," Autonomy. I don't believe you require a "roulette" like this to meet and get to know people, if you truly wanted to. You look to me like a beacon of light, distant in the darkness, your presence drawing those around towards yourself.
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