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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.

» » » LIES TRAVEL IN COMPANY

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.

« « « END IN THE DISCORD

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.

» » » TABLE IT FOR LATER

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.

« « « MOD & OOC NOTES

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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[Kairi has absolutely no qualms about using Terra's wake to keep from having to wade through the sea of bodies. She follows closely, only checking to make sure Aqua's with them as they move.

She also manages to miss the fact that there's anything awkward between the two, for now at least. So when they finally find a place to sit, she's cheery and not at all concerned.]

Phew. [She hops into her seat and waits for the other two to do likewise.] That's way better. So, you guys already know each other, huh? Guess I'm at a disadvantage.

[If it helps Terra, Aqua isn't sure what she's going to do yet? Kairi is a perfectly personable wrench in an already tripwire meeting.

She stays behind Kairi too, mostly as a buffer herself. Wandering hands better be ready to catch hers. >:(

Aqua debates on where to sit too??? This is a mess. Ultimately she decides she wants to sit where she's facing Kairi, to be polite, glancing up at Terra. She gestures for him to sit first, like a gentlewoman.

And nearly chokes also? DISADVANTAGE FOR WHAT, she wants to say, but she doesn't. Instead:]

Oh, yes. We were...friends. Before this, I mean.

[Ahem.]

Is that what these meet ups are for? To make new friends?

[Please say yes.]

[Terra, who is both used to Aqua's Bullshit and already knows he's in hot water with her, decides not to argue that maybe she should sit first.

Unfortunately for both of them, Terra is a fucking idiot.]

What else could they be for? [He asks, with all the innocence of a Puppy.] I'm not sure why you'd meet up with people you don't know for anything other than to become friends.

[Kairi just... decides not to point out that there are very obvious alternatives to that conclusion all around them. Terra's response is wonderful and she wants more of that, please.]

Well, that's what I'm using it for, if nothing else. So... why don't we start with where we grew up?

[Since that's what she's been using to break the ice for literally every other encounter she's had here.]

I grew up on the biggest of a group of islands. Though my friends and I spent a lot of time going out to a smaller one. I've been able to swim like a fish for years now.

[LOOK, AQUA HAD TO BE SURE THEY WERE ALL ON THE SAME PAGE.

The fact Kairi was always on board is a relief, and free of any weird expectations, Aqua visibly relaxes. Well, to a point. She's sitting elbow to elbow with Terra, which would have been nice if they hadn't been fighting this whole time.

And once again, Kairi brings up a familiar feeling, but it's not one Aqua associates with her, but with a different light, and two little boys...

That said, Kairi's question is contraband? Aqua straightens her shoulders a little.]

That sounds lovely. I've only been to an island once myself, but it was beautiful.

[And to reciprocate:]

As for Terra and I, we grew up together, actually.

[And then Aqua looks at Terra, as if he's going to be any better at navigating this than her. They both suck.]

[As for Terra... He's never met Kairi before, and he wouldn't even know where to begin. Instead, he casts a slow glance towards Aqua as she responds, but she doesn't... Really follow it up with anything. So he does the polite thing and picks up where Aqua left off.

Only... Well, It's a little awkward, because you know. Shit got Obliterated, Fam. He doesn't spend too much time on that, trying to stiffly change topics.]

It's... very mountainous where we're from. I've been to a set of islands as well. It was peaceful there. Living on an island all the time must get pretty lonely though.

[Well if she knew their home got wrecked by everyone's favorite evil old wizard she'd have gone with something else. But hey, Terra gave her a perfect opening and Aqua gave her a new little tidbit of info, so she'll just roll on.]

Not as lonely as you think. There were plenty of other people on the islands, and I had quite a few friends. Probably the closest were my boys, Sora and Riku.

Sora's a goofball, but he's got a big heart, and it's always in the right place. He makes friends as easy as walking in the room. Riku's a year older than us and he keeps trying to protect us, which is kinda sweet, but kind of annoying too. And he pushes himself a lot, so sometimes we end up worrying about him even more than he does about us.

[She giggles a little, though not all the memories associated with those traits, particularly Riku's, are good. Still, it's turned out all right. So far, at least.]

[Aqua is a poor liar, okay. And it was probably mean to make Terra do that, but he hasn't explained himself yet and they're not really in a place to do it. She assumes he knows this, and it's his fault anyway, so there.

Kairi keeps taking this in unexpected directions too, and Aqua's lashes flutter at those names. Sora and Riku? And here, in front of her, Kairi. With hair just as red and eyes just as blue as those of the little girl she met. Her light...

These coincidences are getting extremely bizarre and hard to ignore as a result, and Aqua leans forward a little, brows pinched.]

Sora and Riku...

[Aqua gives Terra another glance, since those names should be familiar to him too? She knows about that, sir.]

Kairi, how old are you?

[They share the same look of surprise, but again, Terra never met Kairi, so he's curious as to what she's trying to imply here.]

I met a Riku on the Islands I went to. It's funny how some people have the same names. [He says, like it's pure coincidence and not planned 10 years in advance by a creepy old dude.]

How old? I'm sixteen. Where'd that come from all of a sudden?

[Aqua's expression has her pretty perplexed. And Terra's comment's not helping. That is a little weird, but it's just a coincidence, right? Why's everyone so weirded out-

And then as she stares at Aqua's face, something rushes back. A memory. Long faded by time, vague, it's almost like it's not there at all. But at the same time... She's positive.]

I... Wait a minute, Aqua. Have we... met?

[Aqua's chewing her words for a long time trying to think of what to say. Of course, Terra gets a quick, perturbed look his way because he's really not reading the atmosphere.

But it all sort of makes sense, now?

There's been a lot of things that had pinged her, but now they're all coming together. The spell she cast...she can still sense it too, but for everything that makes sense, there's a huge thing that doesn't.

How is Kairi sixteen? How is she here? Aqua's sure a spell of hers wouldn't send such a pure light to this place!]

It can't be...you were just a little girl when we met. And it's only been a few days since then.

[And yet...]

But there's no mistaking that light.

[Now that Aqua is paying Kairi some proper attention, anyway. The Master's missions come before the Master, as it were.]

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prays for Terra

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Kairi is a saint

please help terra hes going to die and aqua is going to be the one to do it

Kairi'll just osmose some friendship sparkles into both of them until everything works out

Aqua, shoving breadsticks into her inventory bc she has to go kill Terra