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𝚂𝚢𝚗𝚏𝚕𝚞𝚡 𝙼𝚘𝚍𝚜 ([personal profile] synfluxmods) wrote in [community profile] synnet2023-12-12 05:58 pm

▶ NETWORK MINGLE #1

▷ NETWORK MINGLE #1



▶ TFLN.

Although ocular & brain implants are the means of communication nowadays, a messenger service still exists in this world. Mostly everyone uses LINE nowadays even if the need for cellular phones is null. Characters may have already recognized the interface to be somewhat familiar with the similar shade of green and same old slogan.

It happens the first time, and several times throughout the week as your character goes about their new routine. The sound of machine-like whirring, deep within their cranium, like a computer that’s in the midst of processing some new information. Then, there’s the familiar ping of a new public message, and whatever you were thinking about at that point of time will be plastered on the network, for all to read and react to. Daydreaming about ponies at work? Having a fun night out at a club? Regretting said night out at the club? Falling into a deep depression about how your life has turned out so far? It doesn’t matter when or where, because the system doesn’t discriminate. You’ll soon find the thoughts you were having during those moments posted on the network and it won’t be possible to delete.

"The system is updating …

...

The system is updating … "


That’s the only explanation SYNTHIA will give when prodded or asked to take down a post. She’s not too helpful at this moment.

"Yeah, sorry. She gets temperamental like that sometimes. I can’t really do anything about your business being out there. But it’s pretty funny, right? Looks like you got hella wrecked last night. Good for you."


Welcome to our first Network Mingle! This is a TFLN-inspired mingle that’s been tweaked to make it completely canon to the game. Due to a glitch in the system, random thoughts that characters might be having throughout the week will be registered as network posts and posted in public for all to see and respond to. This can happen at any time as they wander around the main base or different Neo Tokyo locations!

HOW TO PLAY:
1. Write out prompts (example below) for others to respond to. These can be thoughts they’re having in bed, at work, while intoxicated or what-have-you. You can look up shower thoughts or TFLN as inspiration, but remember that this will be game canon so it has to be written in your character’s voice.
2. Go around and respond to others!
3. ???
4. PROFIT!

Participation in this mingle isn’t obligatory, of course. If you don’t want your character to participate, you can simply assume the glitch did not affect them.

We also have a code below for fun, but please don't feel pressured to use it. As always, a regular text thread works out just fine! Most importantly, have fun!

(Please remember to put warnings for NSFW/triggering content in the subject header.)






likemybooks: Taryon peeking over a surface. His mouth is hidden. (peek)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-15 04:20 am (UTC)(link)
You're an artist?
prozaic: (081)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-15 04:57 am (UTC)(link)
Once upon a time, I was. I'm retired from that life now, but that doesn't mean I don't miss it.
likemybooks: Taryon sitting cross-legged. (hanging out)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-15 05:01 am (UTC)(link)
You could still try it out. I'd love to see what you can do.
prozaic: (013)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-15 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
Unfortunately, it's something I'm unwilling to actually do now, despite my desires.
likemybooks: talking to someone to the side (thoughtful)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-15 01:56 pm (UTC)(link)
...Do you have a bad history with art, or is it too difficult, or something? I'm not really getting it.
prozaic: (Default)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-15 02:07 pm (UTC)(link)
The reasoning is quite personal in the sense that it's traumatic. Please, I would rather not think about it.
likemybooks: Taryon looking over his book (concerned)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-15 02:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh. That's pretty awful.

[Hobbies are supposed to be relaxing, not...whatever happened to Shalem.]

What about trying something else for fun?
prozaic: (046)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-16 07:25 am (UTC)(link)
Having tea is what I do for fun. But in general, I prefer to work to occupy my time.
likemybooks: Taryon holding a hand to his head while he listens (listening)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-16 02:14 pm (UTC)(link)
There's plenty of hobbies that involve thinking. If I ever find a strategy or war game set, we could spend time playing.

Or you find your administrative position in this company and hope they actually give you wor.
prozaic: (081)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-17 06:49 am (UTC)(link)
I think I'll take my chances with work. The only strategy game I've ever played was chess.
likemybooks: Taryon enchanting an armor (Vex - enchant)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-17 05:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Chess is alright. [If you aren't cool enough for tabletop.] But my room is open if you every want help me out with my work.
prozaic: (019)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-18 10:07 am (UTC)(link)
Ah indeed. An opportunity to get my fingers shocked, I suppose?
likemybooks: Taryon with his eyes closed, smiling, and a finger pointed (take this down)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-18 02:46 pm (UTC)(link)
I still have to figure out electricity. You don't have to worry about that.

The worst thing would be getting some acid spilled on your hand.
prozaic: (004)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-19 03:51 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, that's worse than getting electrocuted.
likemybooks: speaking unconcerned (dismissive)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-19 01:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Not if you're wearing gloves.
prozaic: (046)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-20 03:53 am (UTC)(link)
Acid can eat through gloves depending on what sort it is.
likemybooks: Taryon holding a hand to his head while he listens (listening)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-20 01:58 pm (UTC)(link)
I wish I made something that acted that rapidly. But no, I don't plan on using such dangerous chemicals.

Just something to help with etching runes.
prozaic: (020)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-21 03:50 am (UTC)(link)
Well, I suppose I can lend a hand, then. Let's just get you some tongs and other safety tools, yes?
likemybooks: Taryon enchanting an armor (Vex - enchant)

[personal profile] likemybooks 2023-12-21 03:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Adding that to my shopping list.
prozaic: (019)

[personal profile] prozaic 2023-12-21 03:49 pm (UTC)(link)
Best put it high on the list.