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VoidTrecker Express Mods ([personal profile] voidtreckermods) wrote in [community profile] middleofsomewhere2020-05-21 05:22 am

Under the Sea: Conclusion and aftermath

Ritual

The jellyfish is no more and as red team take stock of their injuries, or collapse from exhaustion the lights zip around them, singing their song of joy. They gather around the light that had been inside the jellyfish and now that it has been released it is obvious this light is different. Stronger. They surround it and the song gets even louder as they begin to move towards the plinth.

In the caverns where the purple and orange team are there is a stillness. For those in orange team still in the cavern they can only hope that the instructions they gave out had been followed. Luckily for them they have been, Purple team have done a remarkable job of defeating the crabs and cleaning the temple. The priests gather around the shell on the alter, arms linked together in prayer as they seek to re-sanctify their temple. As their prayer begins they will invite the voidtreckers to join them, though no one is forced into taking part in the ritual. They suggest that they use their strange wrist jewellery to open communication with their friends in Bui.

The monster on the beach is defeated and though the fight is still raging against the crabs, a beacon has been built and lit. The islanders who are not fighting gather around it, linking arms, drawing any voidtreckers who don't object to joining them into the circle.

The song begins hesitantly, almost as if everyone has forgotten the words and only half remembers the tune. The SCA translates, the prayer is simple, a blessing on the land and its people, deliverance from the darkness and hope for the future.

The light from the jellyfish reaches the plinth and is set upon it. The song heightens and the light shoots upwards, blinding in its brilliance.

Through the dark storm clouds a light streams towards the island, most of it towards the beacon on the island though there is a break away light that goes towards the train, where some of orange team have set up a second beacon. It swirls around those on the train roof, singing a song of happiness and bounces back towards the island.

The light reaches the main beacon and hits it with a strength that lights up the whole sky. The light splits more solidly into two and speeds off over the ocean. Light pours into the underground caverns, not caring about the ocean and rock in the way, the light pools into the shells, the caverns glow warmly.

Outside the storm calms, clouds roll back, the sun shines. The sea stills. The wind stops. The sun is rising, a beautiful dawn. Any monsters left scuttle away, vanishing into the ocean, away from Bui.

Those with any powers that they couldn't reach before find them returned in a rush. Those who can sense life find this world teeming with it. A song that dances between every plant and creature.

Some of red may have evacuated to the train but those who stayed to see the ritual through, the world around them seems to melt away and they find themselves back next to the rock pools. Among their number there are some confused looking islanders who intrinsically draw closer to those who helped free the lights.

Orange and Purple

Down underwater there's noise and a babble of voices as the citizens of Bui wake up. There's a shimmering around the city now, like a shield though they can pass through easily. Parents scramble to locate their children and all check on loved ones and friends.

The familiar voice of train announcements is heard through Orange team's SCAs. Orange return to the VoidTrecker Express. Once everyone is on board it flies low over the ocean, skimming the waves.

In the underwater temple the priests finish sealing the ritual and then it is time to begin the return trek. There are no monsters this time and after a few hours, as they emerge onto the first of the sandbanks they will find the VoidTrecker Express is waiting for them.

Red and Blue

The monsters gone, those of the island gather everyone from the rock pools and for a few hours everyone sleeps.

At about noon the islanders begin to stir, begin putting things to rights. Wood is moved from the strategic points to more communal campfires on the beach. Any dead monsters that haven't been gathered for food have been washed out to sea, disappeared into the depths. They begin to prepare food and won't turn away any helpers. Though those who have been fighting are encouraged to rest.

The islanders bring blankets and start to gather. Everyone is exhausted but the children, in the way of children find the energy to play in the sea and the sand.

Beach Day

Early afternoon the train lands on the beach and everyone gets a holographic message to their SCA.

Mission successful. Well done Voidtreckers. Enjoy the rest of your day. You will find suitable clothing in the dressing room. A new recipe has been added to the kitchen information points.

The dressing room is indeed open once more, this time it holds swimsuits of every style, shorts, t shirts, wraps and beach skirts. Sun hats and sunglasses can also be found. It's a bit of a mush mash but they should be able to cobble together something other than their uniform wet suits.

Time to laze around on the beach or for those who still have energy swim or play. A few hours later a ripple across the water brings some of those from Bui and they swim or lounge on rocks to talk.

Food and stories

Food is cooked and shared, the islanders will happily try the voidtreckers' offerings and share their own. As the sun begins to set they gather around the fires. Stories and songs are shared and there's even some dancing for the brave.

Voidtreckers can choose whether to sleep in their own beds or spend one last night on the island before the train flies off into the sunrise and into the void.
sonoflucis: (smile upward)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-12 03:27 am (UTC)(link)
Noct laughed before capturing Prompto's lips in a nice deep kiss. He couldn't go neglecting his boyfriend, after all! He hoped he wasn't too heavy as he laid across the blonde. "Hey... Thanks for coming to find me today..."
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[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-12 03:36 am (UTC)(link)
If he was, Prompto sure wasn't acting like it. He kissed back with enthusiasm. Sliding his hands around Noct, Prompto held him close, wanting to never let him go.

At the words, he smiled and touched Noct's cheek lightly. "I had ulterior motives." He brushed his fingers through the other boy's hair. "Would you be up for me showing you something new? It's just with our mouths and it's fun, I promise!"
sonoflucis: (lost)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-12 03:39 am (UTC)(link)
Noct's heart was racing so fast he was worried Prompto could feel it, since they were so close. The fingers through his hair made him practically melt. "Okay..." He said softly, eyes slipping closed. He hope the petting would continue, though. He really loved the feel of Prompto's fingers through his hair.
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[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-12 03:50 am (UTC)(link)
Prompto was on cloud nine and never coming down. His own heart was thundering in his chest, but all he could think about was how awesome it felt to be underneath Noct (finally!). He'd wanted to kiss and make out with the boy for so long. They'd already done it some, but that didn't make him want it again or more any less.

He kissed the tip of Noct's nose before he continued. "When I lick your lip, open your mouth, okay?" He patted Noct's cheek lightly, encouraging him. "I can't believe I'm so lucky to be with you, Noct."

After that, he leaned in and kissed Noct's lips again. His hand slipped into his hair again and down his scalp lightly. He rested it lightly on the back of Noct's neck when he made his move, hoping it wouldn't scare him. Slowly, he ran his tongue along the other boy's bottom lip.
sonoflucis: (lost)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-12 05:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Noct's face was flushed, but he wasn't scared. He trusted Prompto. When Prompto licked his lip, he parted his lips, knowing somewhat was about to happened. He just hoped he wouldn't embarrass himself.
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[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-13 12:54 am (UTC)(link)
Prompto tried his hardest to be gentle and slow, but this was SO EXCITING! He was about to French kiss Noct!

He slipped his into Noct's mouth, tasting what was uniquely his boyfriend mixed with a bit of the sweet spice of the skewers they'd been eating. He reveled in the feeling of connection and being allowed somewhere no one else had been. It was intoxicating!

Before he wanted to, he drew back for a breath. He didn't want to scare Noct. His whole body was awake and eager to be with Noct, but he was going to be so overly happy with what he was getting already. What was better than simply being with Noct?

"How was that?" He asked, his breath a little thicker with desire.
sonoflucis: (lost)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-13 01:07 am (UTC)(link)
Noct attempted to match Prompto's motions, kissing back and trying to make Prompto feel as good as he did. When they parted, he was out of breath, his body hot and sensitive. "Wow..."
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[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-13 01:26 am (UTC)(link)
Prompto smiled, watching Noct's face admiringly as they caught their breath. "Isn't it cool? And just so you know, if you ever, ever want to do that, I give you full permission, okay?" He ran his hand along Noct's brow, brushing his bangs aside.

He wanted to kiss him again, but he was afraid to push it. He really shouldn't. Come on, the poor guy needed to re- okay, totally kissing him again. Prompto leaned back in and caught Noct's lips with his.
sonoflucis: (smile)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-13 01:56 am (UTC)(link)
Noct laughed softly. "I appreciate the permission..." He closed his eyes at the touch on his brow and when Prompto started kissing him again, he wrapped his arms around the blonde and kissed back.
bethereprompto: (Chilling)

[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-13 02:36 am (UTC)(link)
It was magical. That was the only way to describe this late afternoon, early evening, trading kisses with Noct on a beautiful beach. He'd told his secret and he hadn't lost anything but an unnecessary worry weighing him down.

Snuggled up close and stealing yet another lingering kiss, he sighed contently. "I think I'd be okay if we stayed here the rest of our lives."
sonoflucis: (smile)

[personal profile] sonoflucis 2020-06-13 05:19 pm (UTC)(link)
Noct laughed softly. "Unfortunately, the train will be leaving soon." He didn't disagree though. The beach was nice, and the cuddling was the best. "We'll just have to find somewhere on the train to cuddle."
bethereprompto: (Showing off the 'other' guns)

[personal profile] bethereprompto 2020-06-15 04:50 am (UTC)(link)
"Shhh, I'm going to pretend like it's not for the next twenty minutes, okay?" He giggled. The comment they should do this more on the train had him looking at the king with a bright, happy grin. "We could go to the cineman and cuddle and make out."

He plopped another little kiss on the tip of Noct's nose. "Next time, no veggies on the skewers."