Author Topic: Halloween Comes Early This Year (Read 9400 times)

K2 · « **on:** September 26, 2012, 09:17:22 PM »

By all accounts, according to the Galactic Standard Time that many empires went by, it was still the middle of Spring, but of course, this was just a way of measuring time in an intergalactic sense, not an actual description of the seasons, seeing as on any given planet, the seasons could be totally different than those on another planet. On Autumnavia, there was one season. Autumn.

Arriving on the strange world of Halloween, Nek was mesmerized by the displays that it provided, but he also sensed that there was something deadly wrong that had happened here.

Ghost · « **Reply #1 on:** September 26, 2012, 09:22:42 PM »

TJ glanced around and found leaves of various color scattered around. He was in slight awe but still unused to the teleporting ability Nek had. A heavy leaf that fell caught TJ off guard and he blindly attacked, kicking Nek into a pile of leaves. He looked around at what touched him and found it was nothing but a large leaf in the shade of a brilliant orange. He glanced at Nek, a secret apology showing.

K2 · « **Reply #2 on:** September 26, 2012, 09:39:25 PM »

"AGH!" Nek yelled, wincing in pain as he fell into a pile of leaves. His ribs didn't break this time, thanks to the fact that his wounds were still freshly healing and his Temporal energy was still present, but he was certain that he was going to have to get some body armor if TJ stayed with the Templars.

Standing up, he couldn't help but feel love and sympathy for the kangaroo. Shrugging off the pain, Nek glanced around the town, trying to find... Well... A resident.

UnStellar · « **Reply #3 on:** September 26, 2012, 09:42:12 PM »

(OOC: I always love it when people come here. You haven't gone back in time right?)

There was a slight chill in the air. Just a little, enough to know it wasn't warm. But somehow it was pleasant. The air felt magical and smelled of sweet spices and herbs. They appeared on a hill overlooking a forest, and the colors... Were indescribable. Over in the distance was a pleasant village of huts and Japanese styled homes.

Ghost · « **Reply #4 on:** September 26, 2012, 09:43:16 PM »

TJ was busy being distracted by the brilliant shades of warm hues falling around them. When he tried to climb a tree, and failed, leaves fell. Amused by this, he leapt around, catching leaves before hopping into a building. He fell back and kicked the wall, only leaving scrapes from his mechanical foot.

K2 · « **Reply #5 on:** September 26, 2012, 10:18:17 PM »

OOC: Nope, still in the present.

IC --

While TJ played, Nek realized that he hadn't eaten in -- well, considering he'd only just reappeared after months of being who-knows-where, -- who knows how long. He smelled something extremely delicious and quickly trailed towards the village, trying to find the source of the delicious food. Food, food, food, he thought, lulled by the inviting displays of the Autumn village.

Ghost · « **Reply #6 on:** September 26, 2012, 10:23:58 PM »

TJ glanced over at Nek, seeing an odd trance-like expression written all over him. He picked up a few leaves and hopped after him. Where's he going?, Tj thought, munching on a leaf

UnStellar · « **Reply #7 on:** September 26, 2012, 10:29:25 PM »

It seemed a small celebration was in the works. Not Halloween as one usually expected, but something for the teenagers of the area. The youthful energy hung their air, mixing with the nameless magic and producing an unusual blend of excitement and relaxation. Some looked at him oddly as he approached the town, but Autumnavia had been a bit more friendly to strangers recently. He passed a bakery with fresh pastries lining the window, with fruits he'd never seen before. He passed chalk signs advertising coffee and pie, a down home sushi restaurant, and a mom and pop diner.
He saw a lot of young people about, dressed fine. The boys wore button up shirts and ties with exquisite hats. The girls wore simple dresses in dazzling colors with neat designs on the skirt hem. Some girls giggled and gazed at the new boy in town, running off to the town square. A man dressed in traditional robes carrying a katana tucked into his waistband stared at Nek suspiciously, and lit a cigarette as he walked by.

A young girl walked in to the building, and gazed as she saw TJ. For a second she had a look that suggested fear, but then broke out into a giggle.
"You're so CUTE!" She squealed, and ran off to find friends.

K2 · « **Reply #8 on:** September 26, 2012, 10:39:51 PM »

Nek made note of the reaction of the villagers, though it was a dull note as he continued his search for the amazing smells, when he realized, the entire town was full of food. First wandering into the sushi restaurant, Nek was starting to realize just how hungry he really was. He glazed around the eloquent restaurant, trying to figure the place out -- was there a sushi bar? Tables? Self seating or a hostess?

Ghost · « **Reply #9 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:01:09 PM »

TJ stopped and glanced at the girl questioningly before she ran off. He shrugged and continued to follow Nek. He paused at the smell of...Something... Fish. TJ backs away from the Sushi bar, a slight wave of nausea overcoming him,

UnStellar · « **Reply #10 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:10:06 PM »

...Only to be mobbed by a half dozen small children no older then 6. They petted and climbed him and called him all sorts of nice names. They adored him!

Nek entered the restaurant on a ground floor. It looked like the foyer of a house, a man behind a make-shift desk smiled at him.
"Hello, Stranger. Welcome to Nichi's. Just you joining us today?" He asked with a curious tone of voice.

Ghost · « **Reply #11 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:14:17 PM »

TJ had a look on his face with mixed emotions: Irritation, shock, surprise, happiness, etc. He just hoped none of them tried to mess his gears up or take out a screw. That would make his a handicap for sure.

He didn't move much, he really couldn't. So the best he did was allow these little girls pet him and whatnot. TJ just tried to nibble on some of the leaves he was holding, that was most of the movements he made really.

K2 · « **Reply #12 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:16:04 PM »

"Well, my bud-" he turned to see that TJ had silently slipped out, and he shrugged. The kangaroo would be fine for an hour or so, right? "Yes, just myself. Thank you," he replied, smiling, not sure about the customs of this world, and as such, bowing slightly, something traditional for many cultures.

UnStellar · « **Reply #13 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:23:59 PM »

The man bowed in returned, and gestured to his right. A pair of stone steps lead down to a basement of sorts, and he beckoned for Nek to lead. After the short descent, Nek was treated to a beautiful atmosphere. Large candles adorned two hanging chandeliers in a cramped but cozy room. The tables all had wax dripping candles and the shelving was lined with it too. Without windows the air was stuffy, but warm and comforting. Booths were made with the same rough stone as the stairs with painted wood benches for seating. There were only about a dozen four top tables crammed down here, most of them occupied by bubbly teens, some of which glanced at him as he entered.
"Is this to your satisfaction?" The man asked behind him.

TJ found that the girls were actually quite caring and gentle, and treated him kindly. Some of them even started brushing him with combs, and one kept begging to ride on him.

Ghost · « **Reply #14 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:26:18 PM »

OOC: I can't exactly post without something involving TJ

UnStellar · « **Reply #15 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:28:53 PM »

OOC: Sorry I forgot, edited.

Ghost · « **Reply #16 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:30:47 PM »

TJ glanced questioningly at the girl asking to ride him. He lowered into a crouch and sniffed at the girl curiously. Other than the girl just begging for a ride, it felt amazing to get his fur combed out.

K2 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:31:17 PM »

Taking the stairway, Nek was a bit uneasy about what he might find in this basement, but he instantly fell in love with the scenery upon arriving there. This place was... Perfect! "Yes, great, thanks," he replied, smiling, glancing around at the teens. Ah, to be young.

UnStellar · « **Reply #18 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:48:02 PM »

He left him with a menu which was pretty small in selection. It was in a language he presumably couldn't read. He poured him a glass of water and went back up the stairs. They menu offered a small repertoire of sushi, with fishes unlike anywhere else on the planet. Seafood and rice were the same, but the unique fish tastes were paired with other flavors that ranged from normal to unknown, conventional to bizarre.

The little girl giggled with glee, and climbed up on Tj's shoulders without hesitation.
"Gogogogo!" She begged.

K2 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 26, 2012, 11:57:16 PM »

Sitting in one of the rather comfortable booths, Nek gladly accepted the menu, nearly drooling over the laminated pages, his fingertips scanning each selection, which, of course, he could not read. Graciously thanking the host once more, he sipped on the glass of water as he tried to decide which of the random items to pick.

Ghost · « **Reply #20 on:** September 27, 2012, 12:11:23 AM »

Sudden confusion crossed TJ's face and then the idea that she wanted him to take her somewhere? He leapt around the city, and turned to head back to see her friends again

UnStellar · « **Reply #21 on:** September 27, 2012, 12:18:26 AM »

"Stranger?" A voice asked. From the next table over came a confident, inquisitive voice.

The girl howled with pleasure, but returning to her friends, TJ found their parents waiting. They glanced disapprovingly at him, and ushered their kids away. A couple other children, a little older than the first, stared at him curiously though. The little girl on his pack was pulled off by her parents, and she voiced her disapproval. As they hauled her away, she screamed back,
"Thank you Mr. Jumpsy!"

(OOC: Good night guys.)

Ghost · « **Reply #22 on:** September 27, 2012, 12:21:58 AM »

Mister Jumpsy eh?, TJ thought. Interesting oh well. He caught glances of some parents. Was it because he was different? Well, he couldn't help it. TJ settled next to the entrance to wait for Nek.

K2 · « **Reply #23 on:** September 27, 2012, 12:25:03 AM »

OOC: I'm right behind you, UnStellar. These damn West Coasters wear me out. @_@ Haha night.

Looking over to the source of the voice at the next table over, Nek smiled, giving the only response he knew after years of hanging out with Jay. "Yo."

UnStellar · « **Reply #24 on:** September 27, 2012, 05:24:41 PM »

The young woman, in her twenties, gave a brief chuckle.
"Hello. I'm Nenise. Where do you come from?" She asked with honest curiosity. Her friends looked a little anxious.

A shy boy, around 10 approached the now dubbed "Mr. Jumpsy." He reluctantly stretched out his hand, carrying a bunch of leaved.