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TDM #1
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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. |
 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. For characters with a birthday falling in the months of January to June, their designation will be Dominant. For characters with a birthday falling in the months of July to December, their designation will be Submissive. For characters with an unknown birthday, their designation will be Dominant. Arrival into Duplicity has not been used as a prompt as it is a rather large part of introducing the game and will be saved for the first in-game log. But feel free to thread it on the TDM. Also, any locations throughout Duplicity are available for TDM prompts as well! Please remember to mark any necessary content, and have fun!! |
fufufufu
Then what are you going to do? How will you dictate the events of tonight?
[She bows her head politely.] My name is Sen. [She's not going to throw the name Vietnam around in this kind of place.] What should I call you, King?
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Hmph, to begin with, woman, I am observing this world. Ahaha, in most circumstances, I would not be interested in a new environs. I might even go to sleep for untold millennia again on the dark side of the moon if bored by a new location. But the premise here somewhat intrigues me. I may grant my magnanimous presence upon some individual who would contract with me to receive my beneficence? Simply, that is the natural role of a King. But to find out who is worthy --
[ his smile widens. ]
I am here to test that, of course.
[ he does look, fleetingly, at her submissive mark, though he does not note it verbally. yet. ]
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Buuuut she won't tell him that right now. It looks like he would just accept it as something that is "Just Is." Besides, it's not like she called herself by her official name yet.]
It is nice to meet you, Gilgamesh. [In any case, she's polite, and he is still conversing with her.]
Oh? So other than observation, you are seeking suitable company. Ah, let me correct myself. You are open to the opportunity of a willing partner, in a world that as you have observed, encourages it. [She looks forward, letting her eyes sweep the room for a minute.]
The world outside of this does seem to follow a hierarchy akin to that of more ancient eras, if not a little more...illicit.
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I have not given you permission to speak my name so freely. You may address me as Your Majesty, the King.
[ still, her politeness and respect does seem to relax him ever-so-slightly, so at least he does not huff and puff and blow her away. ]
Company? A partner? Such matters phrased thusly are unthinkable. I have only one partner. Aha, however, for the sake of my entertainment, I did put my majestic name within that lottery to see what mongrel might come forth.
[ and her submissive mark has not been lost on him. ]
So what of you, woman? Do you wish to seek of my radiance? In normal circumstances, I would not permit a peasant to speak to me, let alone make an entreaty, yet your maidenly countenance and petite body somewhat pleases a man's sensibilities. Very well. I will hear your words of love and supplication.
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[Her reply was quick, though gentle and diplomatic.] I am now a government that has no king. But you are the first King, a father of civilisation, and so without you, I may not exist. Out of that respect, I will call you King. [Perhaps it was just a response to the fact that he speaks like she is one of his people, so she wanted to make it clear. It is no problem for her to call him Your Majesty or King, as she would any other ruler. But she did not want him to misunderstand why. It also seems like he considers her a peasant, a commoner, but she doesn't argue the fact. In this world without her connection, it's not something she was going to correct. Yet.
Smoothing down her lap, she listens carefully. So he did join the lottery despite having a partner, but ancient kings, while faithful to one, could still have many companions.]
I have placed my name in the lottery, as I would like to meet new people. [Whether or not something comes out of it, one will see. At the same time, she flushes lightly when he makes note of her appearance, being that she has self critical, but if someone who classes himself so highly think she looks nice, that does actually say something.
But she's not giving herself to him so easily.]
W-well! [WAIT, REGAIN YOUR COOL YOU FOOL.] How about this? If we are destined to continue this conversation as decided by the lottery, you may hear what I have to say about you. It will be nice, I promise. [After all, he (somewhat) gave her something, she could afford a few compliments.]
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[ the snake pupils in his red eyes narrow, and his smile shifts ever so slightly.
the wheels have already begun to turn within his mind. Gilgamesh's mood as an ancient King is intensely mercurial. he could just as easily be angry, violent, and cruel, or whimsical, teasing, and playful. and sometimes he is both. ]
It seems you still do not know who I am. [ his gaze rakes over her, skimming up and down that smooth pale flesh. why not indulge himself, he supposes? ] I do not request. Not from maidens with blushing countenances, and not from those marked with the misfortune of society.
However, rejoice, for I think tonight I shall make you the recipient of my Kingly benevolence. You are a woman who speaks to a King who has tasted every pleasure in this world. [ Gilgamesh shifts abruptly, putting away his drink and patting his knee suggestively, curling a finger at her. ] Come a little closer, and I shall listen to those words of yours as your face reddens further. Perhaps I may grant you the King's favor.
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She's not sure. At the same time, it appears that for some reason, she has his favour. He wants her to play the part that was given to her, and so long as she does, he might be more than happy to talk. It was a matter of getting there.
However, the whole idea of getting his favour is confusing her! He knows what he wants, but why does the idea that he thinks of her as beautiful and delicate keep affecting her so? Mostly because hardly anyone calls her beautiful (to her face anyway, so she'll never know), but this King who would openly speak ill, seem to have chosen her.
She'll see how this goes, so she gets up as requested, and sits herself, almost too ladylike, on his knee, hands once again, gracefully folded on her lap.]
I know who you are, King Gilgamesh, potentially we have the same origins. My curiosity may be getting the better of me, so tell me what you would like me to say! B-before I change my mind about being here! [Actually the whole act of sitting on a lap did not prepare her for what was to come after: she's still flustered because she wasn't ready and is still an utter loser. At least she managed to control her voice before she raised it?!]