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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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all right, it is definitely almost always her own fault. whether trouble finds her or she finds trouble is irrelevant, however; she's already here, and there seems to be no going back, if the citizenry is to be believed, which is.. admittedly dubious. how can they not know where their leader is? how can they not know how people are arriving here, or how they can be sent home again?
it is only one of very many mysteries, it would seem. more pressingly, she is more than aware of the weight of someone's eyes upon her, and in a place like this, that is more than a little concerning. eyes narrowed, alisaie cuts her gaze toward the one beside her. ]
- may I help you?
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[ In the end, despite his thoughts, they mean nothing. Kamui can't do anything about any of this, and he especially can't tell the girl what to do. He has no reason to as they're both strangers to each other and lead their own lives. Surely she has reason to be here, he can only hope it's because no one has ill intentions for her. Even if it was, who is he to interfere? He can't compromise the two of them. This is the way life runs here, regardless of how disgusting it is.
Keeping to himself, Kamui looks elsewhere as he continues to observe the people around him. He hasn't learned much either honestly, more of these so-called rebels who desire their justice would rather bed each other than do anything productive. It's disappointing. But perhaps it's because they're actually too afraid to take the first step, so they're being all over each other for now, tending to each other's wounds.
Or perhaps his initial thought is correct and this is all a staged setup; if so, then they're actually the ones being watched. In any case, as long as they don't do anything suspicious, nobody will be able to point a finger at them or condemn them. He plans to continue watching for a while, maybe even through the upcoming days as well. Eventually, he hopes something will come up, especially if the rebels are not just all talk. ]
... Actually.
[ He takes a small peek at her neck area, just to see if she's marked. Seems she's not, which betters her situation at least. But is it because she's a designated Dom or is it because she's too young to be marked? ]
Are you a local?
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well, no, she likely won't. but still. she's grateful for it when he speaks again, if only because she has no idea where to begin, how to go about finding her way out of this place. from the look of it thus far, there is no easy path, and she is without allies in this place, lost, without so much as a single clue as to where to direct her steps. mayhaps he will know something of value.
first, however, she looks surprised, the tips of her ears burning hot. ]
No -
[ she insists, far too forcefully, then clears her throat. ]
I've arrived only today.
sorry for the wait!
You should watch out, then.
[ Well, Kamui is certain she's trying. She looks guarded enough, especially with her tone prior. But since they're (technically) potential allies for being in the same position, he wants to remind her, so she can do better at keeping herself in good health. The more helping hands they can secure in this hellhole of a planet, the more advantageous it will be for them in the future. ]
no worries!!
others, however, and her home.. well, that is something else entirely.
still, she narrows her eyes. ]
Why is that?
[ are you threatening her, sir!! ]
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You came in here. You should know.
[ If the girl hasn't picked it up, all she needs to do is lift her head and look at the corners of Autonomy. Besides, while he can be convinced to become an ally, it doesn't mean that he'll go out of his way to display constant concern for anyone. The best he'll do is warn like this, and he'll only step in if absolutely necessary. Otherwise, she'll mostly be on her own.
The shadows alone can already spell out the nature of this place. Past the usual tavern banter and the tinkling of glass, more hushed conversations are being done in the less lit areas. It's uncomfortable to listen to certain sounds that are thankfully being drowned out by voices around the club. But if anyone pays enough attention, it's undeniable what's happening in the background.
He's not trying to scare her. He just wants her to be more self-aware. But even if she doesn't take him seriously, that's fine by him. That's all he has to say, and he returns to observing the other people around him. ]
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Your concern is misplaced.
[ small and wild though she might be, she is plenty self-aware, and while she will be the first to admit to her many faults, naivete and overconfidence are not among them. she's sure of herself, yes, and often reckless, but she does not need anyone to bail her out, or fuss over her without taking the time to know her, her limits, her capabilities. she's not here to find a babysitter.
but before she can find herself further prickled, she dips her head, and turns to move. he seems to have no interest in continuing, anyroad. ]
Take care of yourself.
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But again, Kamui won't stop her. He at least trusts her enough to do indeed take care of herself; otherwise, this would pan out differently. He doesn't look at her when she stands to leave but makes a small acknowledgment at her own dismissal. Sooner or later, she'll hopefully be able to find someone else more suited to watch out for her. He's just not the type... ]
That would be better for the both of us if so.
[ Because the fact they're both in the same position won't change anything... It'd be better if they were to act together later on. It's too early to start anything though, and he barely has any information to work with. For now, they can only continue on separately. ]