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duplicitymemes2018-09-12 11:51 am
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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!! |
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She is an elf, though, and that relaxes him somewhat. He's gotten used to spending time with the other races, but he'll always be most comfortable around other elves.
When he turns to look at her she can more clearly see that the arm on the other side ends at its elbow. Right now, having just arrived himself, the sleeve is pinned up to where the arm ends.]
Are you looking for my honest opinion? Because I'm certain it's bound to be unpopular.
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[ at last, alisaie draws away from the picturesque window scene to settle back into her seat, exhaling in a weary gust. her gaze flickers over him, briefly, though she seems far less interested in his missing limb than all the rest of him - the ears, particularly. he is the first of her kind that she has seen here; whether that has any meaning, or is completely random, she cannot hope to know.
nevertheless. ]
You will find that I appreciate honesty far more than most.
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I think any society that views slavery as normal has a very dark core. The corruption here is unsettling and the thought they expect us to participate is disgusting.
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I could not agree more.
[ her tone says it all, clipped and hard. ]
They hardly bother to conceal the rot, I can only imagine that this has been their normal for quite some time.
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He's from Thedas and on Thedas elves who get together to discuss the corruption of human civilization are in danger of action against them. He doesn't want to risk her well being, but he can't help but feel reassured that not everyone is okay going along with this.]
It's in everything here. A bit like a house that has been submerged in a swamp for so long its wood reeks.
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[ it almost makes her wonder whether or not it is.. her place to judge at all. by her standards, of course, this sort of lifestyle is vile - not for the sexual aspect of it, or even the system of dominants and submissives. consenting adults, and all that.
but those born on the wrong side have no say. no choice. that is what chafes. it nevertheless feels uncomfortable to pop into someone else's culture and sit upon your high chocobo claiming superiority over their clearly heinous choices. still, one cannot easily ignore their own opinions, and alisaie has ever followed her heart before her brain. a heavy sigh lifts her fringe. at the very least she has heard whispers of discontent among the populace, which makes her feel far less guilty about ridiculing their state of affairs. not everyone is happy with it, clearly. ]
For now, I suppose we can only trace the extent of the swamp and take in our options.
[ not ideal for alisaie, who prefers to just stab her problems.. ]
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[Cyril offers her a small smile, meant to be somewhat comforting, but there's still a tinge of sadness in it. His thought process is very similar to hers. There's nothing inherently wrong with the idea of submission but the requirement of consent is not being met here. That's what they have to figure out how to change.]
Back on Thedas, anyone with pointed ears would likely be marked at birth. Human society thinks so little of us there. It's impossible for me to look at the people here and not think of that.
[No one should be forced into a role like that, no matter the shape of their ears, but he can't help but wonder how this culture would look in Thedas. Elves don't come out well in the end, if that were the case.]
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Well.. I should imagine so.
[ it must ring too close for comfort, she would bet. normally she might not ask more after a subject that seems to be quite personal ans sensitive, but he brought it up without much hesitation, so.. it's free game, right?? ]
You mean to say that elezen are mistreated?
[ marked, even? ]
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I am afraid so. Those of us who live in human cities are forced into poor sections called alienages. We are considered less than them. Even though elves have worked to save the world repeatedly in recent history, we still have to struggle to be seen as equal.
My people, the Dalish, separated from human society and live hard nomadic lives in the wilderness.
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would that she could help them. would that she could help anyone. all she can do is exhale hard, her expression tight and fierce. ]
I see. I am sorry to hear that. I suppose the only silver lining may be that that particular social divide seems not to exist here.
[ whatever method they employ to decide who is dominant, and who submissive, seems naught to do with race.. ]
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They mostly seemed considered on if I am marked, and the face tattoos have nothing to do with their judgment.
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Well, I suppose that much can be counted among the few benefits of arriving here..
[ they're stuck in a fucked-up world, but at least.. no racism?? what a win. ]