15corpses | Peace and Serenity

Peace and Serenity

[Dying hurts doesn't it? Feeling such horrible pain as you realize that you're breathing your last moments. It makes someone wonder about what would be waiting for them in the beyond. Some would say there is an afterlife and it would depend on how you acted that decides where you will stay for the rest of eternity. But is it fluffy clouds and wings or pitchforks and brimstone? Will you remember anything that was once missing?

Not in your case. There's no clouds or fire nor any of your missing memories restored. Ain't that a bitch.

When you come to, you will be lying on a futon and tucked in like you had fallen asleep there all long. You will also notice that your clothes have been replaced with simple cotton shirts and trousers (for both men and women, hey we feel the ladies can wear pants too!) for better movement. But in Vita's case, probably a blessing considering. But something will stick out about yourselves: any wounds you had on you are now gone and healed. The room itself is simple with a couple floor lamps, a floor length mirror, a window, and a dresser but there seems to be nothing out of the ordinary-wait, a window?

Yes, there is one and when you look out of it, it's sunny. Not only that but there are signs of trees and a river flowing around where you are at. So there are two big things that you will now realize: This is most definitely not near the Base

And...you're not alone.]

(OOC: Welcome to Deadland everyone! This is the overall mingle log for Round 3 and due to the nature of it, this will be a bit more relaxing than the game itself. And since the setting is different from the Base, here are the places where your characters will be able to go to:

EXTERIOR:

-The Temple: Your place of residence for the duration. Unlike the Base which is constantly in a strange futuristic setting, this has the feel of a much simpler time.

-Outhouse: Where you can go to the bathroom. There's only one but thankfully it's actually got plumbing. Just a toliet and sink to clean up once you're done with your business.

-Baths: Or rather one bath. Not many folks live here after all. However, the tub is large enough to fit several people and and there is a box where soap and shampoo is stored.

-River: This river seems to be where a lot of folks like to wash up on. It's really weird according to the one who is living here.

-Pink Pond: ...no seriously, there is some weird pond in the back of the temple with a pink colored something. Are you brave enough to take a dip or a taste?

-Vegetable Garden: A large plot of land behind the temple is reserved for growing various vegetables. You have the normal kinds such as eggplants and carrots and celery but then there's smaller trees that grow warm bread and al dente noodles. We are not joking. And they are delicious.

INTERIOR

-Strangers' Room: This is a large room where the Strangers will be sleeping in throughout their stay. There is a dresser large enough for storing things if they wish to do so but it's mainly for extra clothing. The beds here are not bunks but rather the futons they will wake up on. It's easily foldable and there's no set spaces where you are able to sleep. And yes, both men and women will be sharing this room so I hope you kids have some manners and try not to peep on the other like a bad harem anime trope.

-Kitchen: 'Rustic'...is one way to describe it. But hey, at least there's an ice box to keep things frozen, counters to chop things up, tools to do cooking in, a sink with plumbing, and a fire burning stove. Just clean up after your mess, no one wants to disappoint the person living here.

-Hallway Closet: A walk in closet where extra futons, blankets, and towels are stored. Nothing fancy.

-Locked Room: ???

-Pink Bedroom: Someone lives here and would appreciate it that no one snoops through her things.

-Main Hall: A large room that also works for meetings and gatherings. And for fighters, a good place for sparring. There's several wooden poles for training but that seems to be it.

Enjoy your stay, Strangers!)

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[Vita will also watch this strange woman. She's quite curious about what will be done to the poor man. There must be some form of magic involved.

Though she is also curious about the comment of it being only a matter of days. Didn't Akira say at the meeting that it's more a weekly thing?]

[Once she gets a good grip on Richard, she stands up with ease (must have had practice with those clunkers of shoes) and nods to both Vita and Akira.]

He has a pulse and a heartbeat so that means he should be alright. But still, I need to get him to a bed and some clean clothes...

[She starts to move until she realizes something:]

This may sound strange but...do you two know him?

[ His eyebrows lift at that. ]

Does he?

[ Regarding the pulse and heartbeat, that is. To the question, he shakes his head. ]

"Know" is a strong word. But... he was one of the fifteen kidnapped to the base. [ then gesturing with pointer finger between himself and Vita ] Like us.

Same for me. I've seen him, but never spoke with him. It's a relief to hear he's still alive. Can we be of any help with him?

[This makes Vita wonder if the two of them had a pulse and heartbeat when they arrived and if they arrived on the river like this. If they did, shouldn't that be impossible since they most certainly died?]

Base...?

[Her tone gets slightly serious at the mention of it as she has to think.]

To be honest, it is the same when I found you two. You both had a pulse and heartbeat when you came here. I mean, I can assume you still do otherwise we wouldn't be talking.

[Oh right, the girl asked if there was anything to do helpwise.]

Actually, I need another futon prepared. There should be some more in the hallway closet and there should be a change of clothes in the dresser.

[ There's definite surprise written all over his face, at that. How...???

For a moment, he just stares at the mystery woman. It's after a couple of seconds, he blinks and nods. ]

Right. I'll... help with dressing him.

And I'll prepare a futon for him. It's the least we can do for the kindness and courtesy we were shown.

[Vita will quickly head back to the building and try to find a futon. She's definitely curious about that as well but they do have a man who needs help and it would be rude to leave this woman to do it all alone when they can assist.

And she'll make sure to set it down closer to Akira's futon than her own. If she must room with more strange men, at least she should be able to have some distance.]

[The woman smiles under her hood, liking that everyone is working together to help another who needs it. It's so nice!]

Thank you...it's very much appreciated. I'll do my best to answer anything you want to know afterwards.

[Her voice is a bit softer this time but mainly because there's work to be done and she carries Richard inside. No big deal for her, she can handle holding a guy bridal style while he's knocked out.]

[ No lie, he's finding this lady impressive.

And he nods in response to both ladies before turning to head off and get those clothes. He doesn't take long to set them out, ready to be put on the new guy. ]

[Vita was able to find a futon and has it placed down neatly and she's just working on getting the last touches ready to go for Richard to be tucked in like they were.

And during this she's really wondering if they are going to have to set out another futon soon enough for another one of them? Did another murder happen and the culprit will arrive soon? Or was this not related and two more will arrive later? They definitely need to find some way to know what is happening to their friends.]

[She's careful setting Richard down and goes to change his clothing without any sign of discomfort, being down right professional. Praise the higher being that he didn't wake up during it and she ensures he's all nestled in and comfortable. Dusting her robes off, she turns to them again and bows.]

Thank you again. Let's go to the main hall to talk and let him sleep for now.

[She starts to lead the way but then stops and looks down at her shoes.]

Oh, forgot about this.

[And she bends down and touches something, the tall heels shrinking down to barely anything.]

Ah, much better! And quieter too! This way then!

[ ... Well okay that sure is a thing her shoes can do. ]

Uh... right.

[ Just gonna nod and follow her. ]

[Vita isn't shocked at all by the shoes. Women very often go to strange lengths for the sake of fashion orb even just their self-esteem.

So she just says nothing and follows.]

[Part of it. She leads them to the main hall and sits down right on the floor, gesturing for them to do the same.]

It seems that we all have questions that we want to know about. I'm alright with answering them if I know them and maybe you can tell me a bit of where you two came from?

[ He nods, glancing to Vita for a brief moment. After some consideration, he looks back to the lady. ]

I'm Akira Kurusu. It's nice to meet you, circumstances aside...

[ Briefly, he gestures between himself and Vita. ]

For starters, we were kidnapped to a base and held against our will. [ a beat ] Whoever was keeping us, seemed to be having fun with the whole thing.

[It doesn't take anyone telling Vita for her to know that they should keep the murder thing quiet. Even if she failed, she still did try to commit murder and a host wouldn't want a guest like that around and they owe this kind woman much. Very likely their own lives if what she said was true.]

I'm Vita Clotilde, it is also nice to meet you and you have our gratitude for saving us and taking care of us. I truly apologize for our unwelcome intrusion into your home.

What Akira says is true. There were fifteen of us kidnapped and being held in the base. It is also not exactly a safe place. The two of us reacted as we did because we met with some of those dangers and thought we had died because of them. The same must have happened with our new arrival.

[The woman taps her chin in thought, listening in on their words.]

To think someone would even play a game there...[Her tone is quiet and thoughtful with a hint of concern.]

Tell me, who did you see at the base?

[ So... Vita is choosing to keep quiet about the biggest detail of all, then. Akira will follow suit - not that he thinks he should be able to get away with it, here, but... he would put Vita at risk of being found out, too. Heh... he's never... been the type to actually prefer--

Augh, you know what? Never mind. He needs to just focus; the sooner they know where they are, who they're with, and what in the hell's going on? The sooner they can figure out how to get back, and then maybe save the others.

But... hmm...

... That's an interesting way of putting it. ]

"There" ...? [ a beat ] I assume you're asking who was running the show, huh...?

[ Something bitter washes over his expression for just a moment. ]

She called herself the Commander. [ lips briefly tightening a bit ] Marie.

[Vita does find it interesting this woman jumped right to thinking it was a game when neither of them said that outright. Terrible people exist who enjoy the suffering of others, after all.]

She has red hair and an extremely loud voice. She's also full of herself and fond of tasteless pranks. I know I'm very worried about the twelve who remain in captivity because of her and the dangers there.

[Fun usually includes games after all. Or that's how she sees it at least and jumped to that conclusion. But it's when she pinches the bridge of her nose upon hearing that name, it makes her concerned.]

I do know of who you speak of. The base you mentioned is that of the Red Army. They're very dangerous after all and the [Pause.] commander leads them. But only because she's under the protection of The Demon; the commander is...special.

[ The Demon...? The Red Army...? Akira's eyes widen a little at all that, a momentary pause held that's filled with him just staring at her... ]

How do... you know all this, exactly? [ holding a blink, and then: ] Can I ask what your name is?

[Vita nods, she'd like to know the name of their gracious hostess. Though she is definitely more curious how she knows this and what can they do to help their friends?]

I'd also like to know where we are and if we can do anything here to help the others.

[Nodding.]

Of course. My title here is Priest of the Sherry but I guess if you are staying here longer, then you can call me Kerri.

[It's said with all seriousness.]

The Red Army has been our enemy for the longest time, only seeking destruction of the universe. We here in the Neutral Zone try our best to keep them at bay and defend but our numbers are getting smaller. But no one is allowed to come here unless they are a part of the Order like myself...until all of you appeared in the river...

A priest, huh... [ said to the tune of: no surprise ] It's nice to meet you, Kerri-san.

[ He's bowing his head a bit to be polite. ]

Is there no way to just... put an end to them?

It's nice to meet you Kerri. We're truly sorry to intrude upon this place.

Can you also tell us more about this army and the situation? Is there a war going on that the two of us and our friends have been forced into?

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