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Post by lazzylake on Dec 7, 2023 0:15:12 GMT -5
( lazzylake No worries! I can have him chill out at the library for the time being or maybe he and Adeline will talk a bit longer, who knows!) (also want to clarify: I’m not suggesting we rush, just when the convos reach their natural end) (That's fine by me! I'll try and write about his nightmare tonight then catch some sleep, and then tomorrow he'll talk with Jack! Jack can chill out there; Javalle could possibly be running late to his job because he didn't sleep well. And thanks Hushabye I greatly appreciate it! Having fun) |
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 0:22:06 GMT -5
(I fourth the time skip!- I'm excited to get into more of the shifter stuff!)
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 0:23:09 GMT -5
(I have start a petition help)
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 0:26:27 GMT -5
Adeline glanced up at Jack, giving a slight smile. She'd rather not make him wait around for her- for.. anything really, especially if he's busy. Which- she assumes anyone would be busy so soon after moving to a new town. Giving a little wave with her fingers, Adeline gives a casual goodbye, "It was nice meeting you too, Jack- I'll see you another time?" Adeline says, feeling that itching feeling at the base of her neck even more suddenly. She places a hand there, trying to stave of the slightly uncomfortable feeling. |
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 0:30:10 GMT -5
(Vote today, for the skip petition!)
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 0:39:40 GMT -5
(Poor Hawk coming back and seeing our nonsense haha)
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Post by Hushabye on Dec 7, 2023 0:40:06 GMT -5
++ Charlemagne Cross-- Charlemagne thanked the waitress and idly crossed his legs as he leaned back in his seat, attempting to appear casual when a familiar wolfish scent joined the many human ones wafting about. He tilted his head slightly to flicker a glance toward the counter. His most recent patient has made an appearance for coffee it seems. Ah, that's nice. The weight on his chest lifted just a tad. The journey to recovery will be an arduous one, but seeing that the man is out and about as opposed to secluding himself is rather heartening. There's still borderline distress in his scent, but he's beginning to overcome it.
"...hm?" The shifter's attention returns to his son. "Nothing much, all of my surgeries have been fairly routine." Even the last one. He simply did what he must to the best of his ability. "As of late I have been simply preparing for the full moon," He can't help that his silvery gaze slants away from his son's, "are you looking forward to it?"
Charlemagne himself dreads it every month, but Bruno is a natural-born shifter and he doesn't want to taint his experience. He has tried to be encouraging even if he can't match his son's energy.
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++ Zinoviy Metaxas -- He had listened intently to Nola's explanation, mouth curved into an intrigued moue when her belief that the draw of the full moon was a reason to exert more control over onesself was expressed. The way her pack operates is entirely novel, as it is dissimilar to both the Metaxas' and the Primal Blood's methodology. Nola implied that other packs thought it strange, but it makes perfect sense to him. Perhaps if the one he found himself in were similar, he'd feel more comfortable within it...But then the Levington's practice sounds like one they've long established. It would be difficult for the tiger shifters to adapt, especially the hedonistic Zhenya...it is also entirely likely that they simply aren't fit to be in a pack or 'pride' at all.
"Your family sounds very noble." His tone is colored with admiration but there's an accompanying twinge of envy and shame that he tries to ignore. It's that creeping, ghastly thought that if his family exercised self-control during the full moon, he wouldn't be blind. "I can see why-" Zinoviy stops himself just in time. He'd almost paid her another unsolicited compliment. Awkwardly, he ends the non-statement with a stiff nod of his head and hurriedly takes another bite of bacon he no longer has a taste for. With his other hand, he subtly fishes for the battered phone in his pocket. It had vibrated a few times while Nola was speaking but Zinoviy politely ignored the cheery tones until it was convenient. He lifts it with an apologetic look, already rising and swiping Zhenya's food from the table. "Sorry, I have to go. Anya's food will get cold."
"I- thank you." Zinoviy wants to run but instead he stands there awkwardly for a few heartbeats. "I appreciate your- uh. Reccomendations." Nice save. He starts to leave. Stops. Starts again- how to exit with a little grace and dignity? Actually he's far past that point now. So he should settle for some courtesy. He waves in her general direction, dips his head briefly in a farewell, and turns on his heels to then carefully make the daunting journey to the diner's exit.
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Post by Hushabye on Dec 7, 2023 0:44:04 GMT -5
[ ugh I'm not happy with this at all but it's. Something. ]
[ No problem Lazz! I'm really curious to see it~ ]
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 7, 2023 1:04:11 GMT -5
Javalle opened the door to his cabin to clock in for the night. It was late in the afternoon, but the shifter's eyes were already droopy and he desired to bundle up in his plush throw, read a good novel, and hibernate for eons. However, the churning feeling in his stomach begged to differ. Looks like food would have to be their main priority.
Where is that poutine? He wondered, shuffling about in the fridge. Javalle picked up some grub from the diner yesterday, surely he didn't eat it all in one sitting? Wait, there it was! They opened up the to-go container and emptied its contents on a microwavable plate. A concoction of chicken-fried steak smothered in gravy along with some crinkle cut fries awaited him, and once they finished heating Javalle navigated towards the bedroom. Javalle devoured his "homemade poutine" in a few grateful gulps. It couldn't live up to the standards of the Canadian staple, but it was at least some good food. Curling up in his pillowy bed, Javalle turned on his television to something he could fall asleep to. A nature documentary? Sure. Something about frogs was on, and the soothing ribbits and bellows of the amphibians made Javalle dose off within minutes.
Javalle woke up in the middle of the library. He felt groggy and disoriented, almost as if he just shifted... No, wait... He took a moment and stretched on all fours, then looked down at his larger than life paws. He did transform, but how? No moonlight seemed to filter through the windows. Moreso, why was he near the history section of all halls? All those skeptical questions halted as Javalle scanned The horrific scene before him. The books were massacred and savaged beyond repair, seemingly by claw marks that appeared much larger than Javalle's own. A musty scent wafted dangerously in the air, much like the one that overpowered Javalle earlier. Piecing the puzzle together, it was all too clear he was being followed.
Yet, the bookkeeper couldn't help but feel a surge of stubbornness. The library was his! Never matter a bigger cat claiming territory for himself; he would still defend this workplace with their life. Javalle arched his spine and spat out a warning growl, preparing for whatever came his way. That's when he caught glimpse of the beast.
The tiger's black-and-white stripes blended perfectly thanks to the shadows cast on the bookshelves, but its dual-colored eyes gleamed eerily at Javalle. He took a few steps, swishing his tail in a mesmerizing display as if stalking his next piece of prey. Javalle remained paralyzed. This is it. the lynx thought, heart fluttering beneath his frozen stature. No one will ever suspect a police officer would do this. He's going to frame me for destroying the library. The tiger leaped, landing a devastating blow at his head before its jaws clamped down on Javalle's neck...
A loud alarm from his phone woke Javalle up from his dead slumber. Heart still aflutter, Javalle clutched his hand to his chest as he realized the ordeal had just been a dreadful dream. He glanced at the clock and noticed the time was completely askew from when he would normally wake up. I'm late! Javalle cursed himself for not setting enough reminders and breaking his punctual streak to work. Rushing to catch the next bus, he attempted to put together a formal outfit (consisting of a beige cashmere sweater and some green bellbottom jeans) and got ready for work. He couldn't leave his potential coworker wait a second longer.
(I DID IT GUYS. JAVALLE LORE.)
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 1:15:30 GMT -5
.' - Nola Levington - '. Nola watched as Zinoviy's expression shifted as she spoke. With her arms folded neatly in front of her, eyes looking up towards him politely as he responds, even if he.. can't see enough to particularly care where she keeps her focus. She's sue she could be staring at the ceiling for all he'd really care. Her eyes tinge with a surprised, but the pleasant kind, a very slight tinge of a smile quirking her lips. Her family.. and their practices aren't often deemed anything besides 'interesting', or 'possibly unsafe'. Hearing the word noble.. well, she feels she's come to a better understanding with Zinoviy. And a hint at his more inner thoughts when she smells just the tiniest tinge of.. envy. That puts her at a peculiar pause. She gives an idly quirked brow at his somewhat cut off words, and watched as he reached for his buzzing phone, and the food he'd ordered for Zhenya. She certainly hopes he eats something himself, besides a few pieces of bacon. "Of course, you're welcome, Zinoviy. Have a good day." Nola says, "Tell your brother I said hello?" She adds, returning his wave, and inclining her head a tinge in response. Nola has a sudden.. curiosity of the two tiger's full moon activities. Not that she'd intrude on another's territory during a full moon, but if she.. got permission- Well, perhaps another time. She'd rather not overstep and boundaries, she's not particularly in the know with the two, even if she works with one of them.. Though, she's a tad curious of how Zhenya would react to such a request. Shaking her head idly as she watches Zinoviy head for the door, her eyes landing on the table just the opposite of where she's sitting. And it's that particular moment when she realizes.. that the check hadn't come yet. And if they'd both paid at the same table.. well. Nola supposes she's paying for Zhenya's food tonight, then. Tapping her fingers idly, the scent of another shifter leaving, a tinge of a still healing wound, the attacked boy she presumes. She got information on that, from the shifters she's working with anyway, considering he was scratched.. and most likely bit by a shifter. Well, they all know what that entails. Glancing back up, she takes in a quiet breath, the lingering scents of humans, shifters, greasy food of course. And of course, the still very prominent scent of hospital. Well, time for the food she originally came here for then. (I think you it's great! It's entertaining and intriguing to read ^^) |
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 1:29:55 GMT -5
“Yeah, that’d be nice. I’ll see you around,” Jack said, waving the girl goodbye as he left the diner, books in hand. He didn’t really feel like heading back to the pack house quite yet, so he figured he’d head back to the library to continue his research. Hopefully that officer wasn’t there. Not that he had anything against the police, it’s just that his questioning got a little too… personal. Jack noticed a help wanted sign as he approach the main entrance. Huh. How had he not notice before?
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Dec 7, 2023 2:15:00 GMT -5
(I love all the interactions! For a time I wasn't sure on this rp cause my motivation would fade in and out. Seeing everyone rp has made me so hopeful so full speed ahead into friendships and probably lots of angsts lol. I'm all for skipping to the full moon whenever ya'll are good to go. Would be a real shame if something bad happened. Like shadows coming to shed blood but that would be crazy.  I'm sure everything will be okay for Jack's first shift) |
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 2:17:00 GMT -5
(Uh-huh yep. Everything will be just fine! (: )
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 2:26:21 GMT -5
(Oh boy, not worried about Jack's first shift at all! And I'm very happy you decided to go for it Hawkeyes, this has been a lot of fun to write with and see everyone's characters! Oh! And Junospower, I don't really know exactly what you're planning for Jack's first full moon. But if he like, bad stuff happens, he could always run into Nola. Just an offer- cause I still don't have a full idea of what you guys are planning xD) |
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Dec 7, 2023 2:26:22 GMT -5
Bruno observed his dad as he tried to act relaxed. He couldn't understand how someone could be so rigid all the time. Then again, his dad had always been like this. Bruno hoped to never be like, that and wished his dad would loosen up a little. At the mention of the full moon, he perked up and leaned forward. "Oh yeah I'm stoked! My friends and I are gonna try to take down the biggest elk we can find! Monty claims he spotted an all white one once bet I think he is bluffing!"
Bruno while young didn't have a ton of experience when it came to shifting, but he found turning into his other form rather exciting. As a were-coyote his form was quicker to change into.
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 2:31:45 GMT -5
(Oh boy, not worried about Jack's first shift at all! And I'm very happy you decided to go for it Hawkeyes, this has been a lot of fun to write with and see everyone's characters! Oh! And Junospower , I don't really know exactly what you're planning for Jack's first full moon. But if he like, bad stuff happens, he could always run into Nola. Just an offer- cause I still don't have a full idea of what you guys are planning xD) (By all means, Jack can run into Nola!) |
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 2:37:49 GMT -5
(Alright, nice! I'll see how that goes so I can set it up during Nola's full moon process and such, haha.) (And Hawkeyes258- I was wondering how exactly shifting works in this world? Is it like, the whole bones breaking thing to change, or is it just a more smooth shift?) |
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Dec 7, 2023 3:00:47 GMT -5
(I would say it's a bit of both. There is some pain involved when it comes to shifting especially for larger shifters but for those who shift a lot the pain is more of a dull ache or it fades away quickly. During the full moon however it's a lot more of the traditional transformation with bones breaking, clothes tearing ect. Shifters who try to resist during a full moon end up in agonizing pain)
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 3:04:56 GMT -5
(I feel like that last bit was written just for me (: )
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Post by soot on Dec 7, 2023 3:06:37 GMT -5
(okay, that's good to know! Thankfully with how often Nola shifts, she'll be dandy. I"m excited for the full moon though! With Nola's family and ideals, I'm still sorta debating how exactly to go about that.
And resisting shifting.. oo, that's gonna be very interesting to see with Jack.)
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 3:09:01 GMT -5
(He’s not gonna be having a good time, to say the least (: )
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 7, 2023 15:25:42 GMT -5
(I'll finish up Javalle's little predicament soon, and then I'll set up that interaction for Jack Junospower once that is done, I'll be ready oh yeah) |
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 15:32:31 GMT -5
(Sounds good, take your time Lazz)
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 7, 2023 22:57:46 GMT -5
( Junospower I'm ready for Jack to start at the library If you're available! I still have to edit the angst I sent yesterday but you're more than welcome to start whenever you want! Just a couple of things to run down: Javalle booked himself specifically to talk to people interested in working at the library, but at the moment he's running late. I'll write something once I've finished editing) |
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Post by Junospower on Dec 7, 2023 23:05:32 GMT -5
(Sounds good!)
With a deep breath, Jack entered the library. He didn’t know why he was so anxious to apply to work here. Perhaps was it his possible condition? Or maybe it was perhaps that he would have to tell his potential employer that he could only do desk jobs do to his leg. Would they allow time off during the full moon? So many questions ran through his mind. He was told that the interviewer was running late and would be a while. No problem. He need to settle his nerves anyway. Jack found a seat nearby and opened one of his books to pass the time.
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 8, 2023 15:51:56 GMT -5
(FINISHED THE JAVALLE THING if anyone wants to read it all it'd be much appreciated- I enjoy writing character angst a normal amount Anyways, I am so sorry Junospower I blinked and I FELL ASLEEP. Responding to you in a bit!) |
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Post by Junospower on Dec 8, 2023 15:55:34 GMT -5
(All good Lazz! It was a fun read (: )
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 8, 2023 16:06:14 GMT -5
(Thanks! I wrote nearly 600 words. Wish I'd put that much effort into my academic essays nowadays  but in all seriousness, I wrote that second half in a span of 20 minutes. Which is WILD for me; this RP is single-handedly sparking my writing motivation again woop!) |
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Post by soot on Dec 8, 2023 16:18:26 GMT -5
( Junospower, hey, sorry, I completely forgot to respond to your question! Adeline's powers aren't more tuned yet, so she can only sense those completely shifted. So currently, she can't sense Jack, but later she'll be able to sense people not full shifted yet.) |
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Post by lazzylake on Dec 8, 2023 16:51:46 GMT -5
Javalle walked through the door and almost stumbled over his feet. He was ashamed with himself for being so on edge that he hardly noticed the man reading near his workspace. What perplexed him the most though, was that this man was the same person who was interrogated by that were-tiger a week back. Javalle angled his head to one side. Could he really be looking for work here?
Not that he didn't think he was capable (who can he judge, he's hardly met the guy) it's just... He never really expected to see him so soon after the admittedly personal questioning by that officer. But then again, his leg wound was still healing... Well, he may as well introduce himself.
"Hello. My name's Javalle. It's-" he cleared his throat, "Good to see you again. Are ...you looking for work here?"
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I'm sure everything will be okay for Jack's first shift) 
but in all seriousness, I wrote that second half in a span of 20 minutes. Which is WILD for me; this RP is single-handedly sparking my writing motivation again woop!)