SmilingPanda19 Hi/Ho Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) The day of the games has arrived… The Gamemakers all sit in the gamemaker headquarters. The front of the room is filled with flashing lights and beeping noises. Keyboards click and peoples chatter takes up the majority of the air space. The room is booming with action. It's 7 am. The games are about to begin and everyone is giggling with anticipation. The arena has appeared on the multiple screens on display throughout the room so everyone can get a clear view. . The back of the gamemaker room has been redesigned. Its previous blue, white, and gray theme has been changed to a more sophisticated look. The walls were redone into a fine African Blackwood with black and gray painted sections covered in priceless paintings of all shapes and sizes, and Black Marquina marble flooring installed along the main floor. Dark brown leather chairs sit on a circular raised platform in the center back of the room around an oval shaped African Blackwood coffee table that’s encased in clear resin. The front of the room is covered in technology and busy gamemakers working away at the games, and yet the back of the room has a pool table and bells to ring for tea. Nobody is allowed here except for the top six gamemakers. Golden chandeliers hang and warm flickering candles rest on the walls to light the side of the room with a more old fashioned feel. One could call it, for lack of a more descriptive word, charming. Along in each of their fancy leather chairs with their fancy cups of tea and their expensive clothes sit the gamemakers. Each in order of importance from left to right around the table. Siylna takes the far left and then Victor, Herman, Calliope, Kaa, and finally Elan on the far right. The clink of fine china sounds throughout the whole room as the gamemakers settle into their seats, practically dripping with excitement. Victor sits uneasily in his chair, shifting at every squeaky sound and every clank of a cup. He pulls his head back a little bit towards his shoulder uncomfortably as his hands fidget with the bounce of his leg. Siylna looks up from behind several screens. She continues tapping buttons, but winks at Victor. “We’re doing this,” she says, “and we’re going to do it right.” Victor nods half heartedly. “I know, you're right, love. You’re always right.” He looks over at the other gamemakers, it is way too loud in here and way too chaotic for such an early hour, at least for Victor. Callie laughed and stood up, walking over to pour herself another drink. She picked up the cue stick next to the pool table, and leaned over casually to hit in a few billiard balls. “This will be fun,” she said to the other gamemakers, smiling as she set down the cue stick. Siylna laughed and followed her over. “Oh, I know.” She grabbed her own stick and carefully hit a ball. Kaa stares blankly at the screens, watching that everything goes according to plan while the other gamemakers dilly dally with their silly games. “Tell them to come sit down, the games are about to begin.” He mutters to Elan. Elan is sitting sipping his tea next to him with a way too wide grin on his face. “There’s not much to see… nothing at all. Nothing to call them for.” He breaks our into a giggle only a madman can produce. Of course the blind man is going to be useless to him. Kaa rolls his eyes and just looks back to the screen, if they were going to be children he’ll throw them in with all the rest unless they start acting like the adults they are. Everyone finally settles down into their seats after a few minutes of bickering and chitter chatter. Practically sitting on the edge as the countdown finally begins. 60… 59… 58… 57… Just as Callie was about to sit down, she noticed Herman wasn’t there. Drink in hand, she briskly walked to the door. All the others were so invested in the countdown. Before she turned around, the gamemakers caught the hint of a smile. Then, in a moment, it disappeared, and she slammed the door behind her. 56… 54… 53… 52… 51… 50… 49… Calliope broke out into a run. She made it to Herman’s room, and knocked on the door. 48… 47… 46… 45… 44… No answer. Calliope banged on the door with her fists. 43… 42… 41… 40… The tributes are raised through the tubes in the ground, trackers implanted into their arms as they enter the arena. 39… 38… 37… 36… 35… It wouldn’t open, so she turned to her side and tried to push through, fidgeting with the handle. No movement. 34… 33… 32…. 31… 30… Their platforms lock in place, giving them a perfect view of the Cornucopia in the middle of the ring of tributes. The cornucopia glows faintly green in the darkness. And oh, it is dark. There are no stars in the sky, no moon. Dark trees are faintly visible, and it’s obvious that shades are moving between them. The cornucopia itself is full of packs and weapons. A single, scythe stands tall and straight at the center, glittering dangerously. Knives, an axe, and several spears are also visible. And there are clubs, weapons designed to break bones without drawing blood. 29… 28… 27… 26… 25… 24… 23… 22… 21… 20… Calliope tried to work through the lock, but it was stuck. She sighed, and collected herself. “Mister. Sylvester?” No answer. “Mister Sylvester, we need you in the headquarters.” Was he ignoring her? She pulled out a tension wrench and paper clip, beginning to pick the lock. 19… 18… 17… 16… 15… Around the cornucopia, several figures flickered into existence. Faceless, featureless mannequins with daggers, swords, knives. They drew their weapons, prepared to defend the supplies. 14… 13… 12… 10… With a click, the door was unlocked and swung open. 9… 8… A single shade floats into the circle, meandering between the tributes, caressing faces and playing with hair. And then it floats back into the trees, disappearing into the crowd. 7… 6… 5… The loud countdown rings over the gamemaker room and everyone is on the edge of their seats. Siylna has a tight smile, eyes bright. 4… 3… 2… Footsteps came from down the hall, heels tapping quickly on the marble, and all the gamemakers whipped their heads around. Victor jumped up from his seat and looked down the hall, Siylna following close behind. Calliope came to an abrupt stop once she saw the other gamemakers. She composed herself, and looked each one of them in the eyes. “Gamemakers,” she said, calmly, “There seems to have been a murder.” Calliope stepped to the side, revealing the limp bloody body of Herman Patrick Sylvester VI lying on the doorway of the hall, dead. Screaming immediately follows her announcement, lesser gamemakers running around in a panicked frenzy. The head gamemakers, though, are silent. They know what this could mean for them. Victor stands in shock, his face filled with horror, not for the rotten old man, but for his own life and reputation. Kaa and Elan just stand back by the door, their expressions hidden behind the shadow of the far end of the hall, their shaking breathing however proves how horrible this is. Siylna is the first to step forward. She prods his cheek. “How…unfortunate.” 1… A loud blaring horn sounds and Siylna’s prerecorded voice sounds over the arena. “Let my games begin!” Spoiler Any questions, concerns, comments, or opinions should all be sent to @Edema Rue @Lotus Blossom @Ancient Elantrian @Witisthebest or @SmilingPanda19 @The stormfather @Ravenclawjedi42 @Lightweaver2 @Lord Spirit @The Wandering Wizard @Silver Phantom @Argenti @Master if Magic @Scars of Hathsin @DefiantAllomancer @Experience @SymphonianBookworm @TheRavenHasLanded @Kajsa :) @Wittles of Shinovar @The Honorable One @Szeth's Facepalm @shortcake @AN020C @jerps @Justice_Magician @Aeoryi Edited November 5, 2023 by SmilingPanda19 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenclawjedi42 Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Bob walks out of his tube and looks around at his surroundings. He walks in the direction of the woods, ignoring the cornucopia. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Spirit he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Rask quietly approaches the cornucopia and grabs a club and a pack. He looks around for any nearby tribute, ready to start the games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmilingPanda19 Hi/Ho Posted October 23, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Spoiler Me physically out loud with Defiant Allomancer: HA- HAHAH- YOU THINK YOU CAN JUST WALK UP CALMLY- HAAHAHA- The faceless creature whips its head around unnaturally, a complete 180. It holds up its dagger, a swift almost robotic bend of the elbow and it starts charging towards you to defend its treasures. The closer it gets to you the louder it gets, starting to draw the attention of the shades. @Lord Spirit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Spirit he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Rask swings his club at the creatures legs, trying to disable quickly without drawing the attention of a shade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Phantom he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Airgid walks to the cornucopia in the center. His aim is that synth, he has been trained in that Spoiler Morning everyone Edited October 23, 2023 by Silver Phantom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefiantAllomancer she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Ζωή steps timidly off her platform, and very nearly has her head knocked off by a flying pack. She screams and leaps to the side, breath coming in ragged pants. Have to get to the Cornucopia. She takes another step, and another, and then begins walking as fast as she can without drawing the shade's attention. But the further she walks, the further away the Cornucopia seems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AN020C he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Ephraim stands, watching as one of the faceless creatures lunges toward Rask. Ephraim takes a deep breath. "As good an opening as ever." Cautiously and with as much haste as he can muster, he approaches the cornucopia, snatches a spear, slips off the platform, and heads for the river. Edited October 23, 2023 by AN020C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmilingPanda19 Hi/Ho Posted October 23, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 The creature screeches and falls on its side. It claws at at him aggressively with its fingers and dagger, trying to draw blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajsa she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Assah’s mind races with useless information. I’m going to die, I’m going to die… After a few moments of merely standing on her platform, she decides she’d rather try to survive than die completely helpless. With this in mind, she sneaks over to the cornucopia, shakily grabbing a backpack and a club. Edited October 23, 2023 by Kajsa :) Scudding past tense lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Phantom he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Airgid reaches the cornucopia, he grabs the synth and a promising looking pack. He starts moving north waving his allies towards him, Arma and Avalon. Spoiler So i got to get to work soon. I won’t be able to get on until this after noon. If it becomes necessary ask @Wittles of Shinovar or @Master if MagicTo take control of Airgid Edited October 23, 2023 by Silver Phantom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Spirit he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Stumbling backwards, Rask narrowly avoids the claws and he runs off into the forest. Quote It's day right? so shades aren't enraged by running right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Experience he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Elsie ignores the weapons and goes to the nearest pack, knowing the supplies would be vital later on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada Lover Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 1 hour ago, SmilingPanda19 said: The day of the games has arrived… The Gamemakers all sit in the gamemaker headquarters. The front of the room is filled with flashing lights and beeping noises. Keyboards click and peoples chatter takes up the majority of the air space. The room is booming with action. It's 7 am. The games are about to begin and everyone is giggling with anticipation. The arena has appeared on the multiple screens on display throughout the room so everyone can get a clear view. . The back of the gamemaker room has been redesigned. Its previous blue, white, and gray theme has been changed to a more sophisticated look. The walls were redone into a fine African Blackwood with black and gray painted sections covered in priceless paintings of all shapes and sizes, and Black Marquina marble flooring installed along the main floor. Dark brown leather chairs sit on a circular raised platform in the center back of the room around an oval shaped African Blackwood coffee table that’s encased in clear resin. The front of the room is covered in technology and busy gamemakers working away at the games, and yet the back of the room has a pool table and bells to ring for tea. Nobody is allowed here except for the top six gamemakers. Golden chandeliers hang and warm flickering candles rest on the walls to light the side of the room with a more old fashioned feel. One could call it, for lack of a more descriptive word, charming. Along in each of their fancy leather chairs with their fancy cups of tea and their expensive clothes sit the gamemakers. Each in order of importance from left to right around the table. Siylna takes the far left and then Victor, Herman, Calliope, Kaa, and finally Elan on the far right. The clink of fine china sounds throughout the whole room as the gamemakers settle into their seats, practically dripping with excitement. Victor sits uneasily in his chair, shifting at every squeaky sound and every clank of a cup. He pulls his head back a little bit towards his shoulder uncomfortably as his hands fidget with the bounce of his leg. Siylna looks up from behind several screens. She continues tapping buttons, but winks at Victor. “We’re doing this,” she says, “and we’re going to do it right.” Victor nods half heartedly. “I know, you're right, love. You’re always right.” He looks over at the other gamemakers, it is way too loud in here and way too chaotic for such an early hour, at least for Victor. Callie laughed and stood up, walking over to pour herself another drink. She picked up the cue stick next to the pool table, and leaned over casually to hit in a few billiard balls. “This will be fun,” she said to the other gamemakers, smiling as she set down the cue stick. Siylna laughed and followed her over. “Oh, I know.” She grabbed her own stick and carefully hit a ball. Kaa stares blankly at the screens, watching that everything goes according to plan while the other gamemakers dilly dally with their silly games. “Tell them to come sit down, the games are about to begin.” He mutters to Elan. Elan is sitting sipping his tea next to him with a way too wide grin on his face. “There’s not much to see… nothing at all. Nothing to call them for.” He breaks our into a giggle only a madman can produce. Of course the blind man is going to be useless to him. Kaa rolls his eyes and just looks back to the screen, if they were going to be children he’ll throw them in with all the rest unless they start acting like the adults they are. Everyone finally settles down into their seats after a few minutes of bickering and chitter chatter. Practically sitting on the edge as the countdown finally begins. 60… 59… 58… 57… Just as Callie was about to sit down, she noticed Herman wasn’t there. Drink in hand, she briskly walked to the door. All the others were so invested in the countdown. Before she turned around, the gamemakers caught the hint of a smile. Then, in a moment, it disappeared, and she slammed the door behind her. 56… 54… 53… 52… 51… 50… 49… Calliope broke out into a run. She made it to Herman’s room, and knocked on the door. 48… 47… 46… 45… 44… No answer. Calliope banged on the door with her fists. 43… 42… 41… 40… The tributes are raised through the tubes in the ground, trackers implanted into their arms as they enter the arena. 39… 38… 37… 36… 35… It wouldn’t open, so she turned to her side and tried to push through, fidgeting with the handle. No movement. 34… 33… 32…. 31… 30… Their platforms lock in place, giving them a perfect view of the Cornucopia in the middle of the ring of tributes. The cornucopia glows faintly green in the darkness. And oh, it is dark. There are no stars in the sky, no moon. Dark trees are faintly visible, and it’s obvious that shades are moving between them. The cornucopia itself is full of packs and weapons. A single, scythe stands tall and straight at the center, glittering dangerously. Knives, an axe, and several spears are also visible. And there are clubs, weapons designed to break bones without drawing blood. 29… 28… 27… 26… 25… 24… 23… 22… 21… 20… Calliope tried to work through the lock, but it was stuck. She sighed, and collected herself. “Mister. Sylvester?” No answer. “Mister Sylvester, we need you in the headquarters.” Was he ignoring her? She pulled out a tension wrench and paper clip, beginning to pick the lock. 19… 18… 17… 16… 15… Around the cornucopia, several figures flickered into existence. Faceless, featureless mannequins with daggers, swords, knives. They drew their weapons, prepared to defend the supplies. 14… 13… 12… 10… With a click, the door was unlocked and swung open. 9… 8… A single shade floats into the circle, meandering between the tributes, caressing faces and playing with hair. And then it floats back into the trees, disappearing into the crowd. 7… 6… 5… The loud countdown rings over the gamemaker room and everyone is on the edge of their seats. Siylna has a tight smile, eyes bright. 4… 3… 2… Footsteps came from down the hall, heels tapping quickly on the marble, and all the gamemakers whipped their heads around. Victor jumped up from his seat and looked down the hall, Siylna following close behind. Calliope came to an abrupt stop once she saw the other gamemakers. She composed herself, and looked each one of them in the eyes. “Gamemakers,” she said, calmly, “There seems to have been a murder.” Calliope stepped to the side, revealing the limp bloody body of Herman Patrick Sylvester VI lying on the doorway of the hall, dead. Screaming immediately follows her announcement, lesser gamemakers running around in a panicked frenzy. The head gamemakers, though, are silent. They know what this could mean for them. Victor stands in shock, his face filled with horror, not for the rotten old man, but for his own life and reputation. Kaa and Elan just stand back by the door, their expressions hidden behind the shadow of the far end of the hall, their shaking breathing however proves how horrible this is. Siylna is the first to step forward. She prods his cheek. “How…unfortunate.” 1… A loud blaring horn sounds and Siylna’s prerecorded voice sounds over the arena. “Let my games begin!” Reveal hidden contents Any questions, concerns, comments, or opinions should all be sent to @Edema Rue @Lotus Blossom @Ancient Elantrian @Witisthebest or @SmilingPanda19 @The stormfather @Ravenclawjedi42 @Lightweaver2 @Lord Spirit @The Wandering Wizard @Silver Phantom @Argenti @Master if Magic @Scars of Hathsin @DefiantAllomancer @Experience @SymphonianBookworm @TheRavenHasLanded @Kajsa :) @Wittles of Shinovar @The Honorable One @Szeth's Facepalm @shortcake @AN020C @jerps @Justice_Magician @Aeoryi Quote You forgot me and [Redacted]. @Canada Lover @[Redacted] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argenti he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Alder gets off his platform and runs for a supply pack, trying to avoid the robots. He's ready to run off if any blood is drawn. Edited October 23, 2023 by Argenti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRavenHasLanded he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 ayck smiles, runs, and grabs a pack and a knife. "perfect.." he mutters to himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotus Blossom she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 6 minutes ago, Argenti said: Alder gets off his platform and runs for a supply pack, trying to avoid the robots. A faceless creature is seen barreling towards you, gathering shades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SymphonianBookworm she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Lilac smiles, walking over to the gleaming scythe. It looks almost too big for her, but she wields it with ease. She also picks up a pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Elantrian Elan/Elan/Elan/Elan/Elan Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) 16 minutes ago, Lord Spirit said: Stumbling backwards, Rask narrowly avoids the claws and he runs off into the forest. Quote Nope. It’s night. AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Edited October 23, 2023 by Ancient Elantrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotus Blossom she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 22 minutes ago, Kajsa said: shakily grabbing a backpack and a club. You get the club, but a creature tears the backpack away from you. You may choose to attack or escape, but the creature is snarling at you intimidatingly. Quote It is dark right now. And perhaps the sun may never rise.... @Lord Spirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Experience he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Elsie swings the pack over her shoulder and turns around to make her way away from the other contestants, for now. She is attentive and stays away from others, trying her best not to draw attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRavenHasLanded he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 ayck starts running. "alright, i cant draw blood, but i can make myself into a threat with this..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argenti he/him Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Lotus Blossom said: A faceless creature is seen barreling towards you, gathering shades. Alder groans and runs at them and tries to dive under their outstretched weapon Quote 700th post! Edited October 23, 2023 by Argenti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajsa she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Just now, Lotus Blossom said: You get the club, but a creature tears the backpack away from you. You may choose to attack or escape, but the creature is snarling at you intimidatingly. She swings, landing the club squarely on the creature’s head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotus Blossom she/her Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Just now, Argenti said: Alder groans and runs at them and tries to dive under their outstretched weapon The creature lunges for your legs, and misses. You may use this moment to try to run away, attack, or other actions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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