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STARDROP CELEBRATION: FINAL DAY

LET'S PARTY!
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A. Arrivals and Much More

You’re here because you were dropped somewhere that tried sending you home, or you're someone with a call to the heart to explore the vast universe. The buses run at odd schedules, so please pardon any interruptions! I hope you fellas make yourselves at home, here!

[ Marjorie’s whole speech rings through your ears as you begin to explore the area. It seems a few people who arrived on the TDM have already been here for a week, but you’re just a newcomer. So where are you when this all went down? Are you trying to get back on a bus that’ll take you home, or…?

B. Home Sweet Home

[ The dust has settled on the bus ride here, and you can’t help but notice that your farmland… well, it’s a mess. Rocks and grass everywhere, no matter which layout you were set with. You were given a set of tools, and the message that this land is yours to shape or change or build on no matter what you want, so long as it’s yours. The little crate by the edge of the house is what will hold your bounties from farming, collected nightly with money delivered to your mailbox the following day, like some kind of Produce Fairy visited.

The house is in alright shape. It’s not brilliant, but it has a kitchen, a bathroom, and a studio bedroom where all your belongings can be. It’s wide enough to accommodate several things until you upgrade it.

Sometimes you see a stray dog or cat at the edge of your property. Do you adopt it?

Anyway, it’s time to make what you will of your farm. ]

The Last Day Of
The Stardrop Celebration!
FESTIVAL PLAYLIST

[ Down a hill a little ways from Pelican Town is a remarkable festival set-up! Several attractions and vendors line the streets where everything is going down. Where will you go? ]

C. Food Stalls

[ Surrounding the entire property are dozens of food stalls, from all around the universe. Marjorie bussed in caterers from all around with a healthy sum of gold, and they’re happy to sell their wares in this strange place tonight. Where you might find octopus balls, you’ll also find kraken balls. Where you might find corndogs, you’ll find dogs selling corn.

It’s a veritable buffet! And the gold you’ve started with is more than enough to go shopping for food. Have fun! ]

D. Games

[ All manners of Carnival Games are set up! From throwing a baseball at bottles to catching goldfish with a paper net, everything you can dream of is here. There are even some unorthodox games, like dance-offs, karaoke, and a little bit of everything. Apparently, the NPC couldn’t choose who to go with what. It definitely makes for a big festival.

In addition to the above, there’s water gun races, squeaky duck ponds, skee-ball, target shooting, test your strength with a hammer, pitching speed, shooting hoops… and more! ]

E. Three-legged Race

[ You didn’t think this festival was going to go by without tomfoolery, did you? For the prize of 1,000 Gold, you can rally up a partner and get tied to them by the ankle, participating in a no-rules no-bars-held race. The winners will be randomized! But the real gift is going to be the fact that the ties around your ankles? Aren’t coming undone. You’re going to have to be tied together until 11 PM! ]

F. Fireworks

[ Errant magic and mishaps aside, you have to admit, the fireworks show at the end of it all is really something. Marjorie hired a pony for them, and the lights are as ethereal as they are non-traditional. It’s a good moment to snuggle up to someone or enjoy company with a new friend. ]

G. Wildcard

[ Exactly what it says! Make your own prompt. ]

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[WELL IT'S NOT KOJURO'S FAULT he's played by a dumbass. ~~Hangovers don't keep Kojuro from working they just make it more challenging, what weenie trains out resistance to alcohol to keep from being inebriated on the job???~~

The silence is very easily read though, yeah. He fixes his gaze back on the fireworks too, lets it hang open just in case Sasuke changes his mind, and when he doesn't...Well. Yeah, maybe Kojuro is being loose-lipped about his feelings. This is a reminder that he shouldn't get soft just because this place seems to be at peace, right? Yeah.]

Might even let you beat me once or twice if I feel generous. [Punctuated by a snort, at least; he knows full well that it's always the most even of matches between them when they have gotten to fight before, and there's no debating it.] Sarutobi...Any food you like most? Or do ninja get trained to not like one food over the other?

Maybe the little things will tide us over.

[ ~~He's not about to risk the life of Yukimura just because he got plastered. He is a kagemusha. He has duties, you know!~~ But they are drifting back into more comfortable and easier topics. More of Sasuke's playful, carefree attitude comes back. ]

You can try, but I'll be the one having to let you win.

[ Except with the headbutts. He doesn't like those that much, you jerk. But yes, they are equally matched, even when Sasuke plays tricks using his shadow clones or shapeshifting into other people. ]

Even we ninja have favorite foods. Mine's... well, it's miso soup and pickled vegetables. I'm a simple man.

[ They both know that isn't true at all. He may have simple tastes when it comes to food (and he's usually the one making the meals), but Sasuke is not a simple person.

He also has a slight bias towards dango as a dessert thanks to Yukimura's sweet tooth. ]

[That much earns another snort; fight club seed 1 has now been planted, good job Sasuke. ...At least maybe he can ease up on the headbutts, though. Only kicking? Is kicking allowed? Please say yes,]

I was thinking of pickling some of our daikon. [Ah yes, segue.] And what better to go with miso and pickled daikon than negi? I'll ask at the stores in town to try and import some miso paste, if they don't already stock it.

...This is only to clear you of this mood, however. Not a constant service. After the first batch, our pickled produce is for sale unless you make your own for yourself; no free rides. [That sounds super convincing, yeah. His smug little smile is audible in each word. What a dick.

...Ahhh, now there's a rainbow of fireworks. It must be nearly over, huh? Red and blue shoot off together, blinding against the darkness, and Kojuro shields his eyes even as he tries to watch.] Perhaps red and blue are only as striking as they are for the other's existence? I wonder.

[ Kicking is allowed. Kicks, punches, full scale tackle attacks, all valid. He just doesn't want to get headbutted, okay? ]

I guess that's fair enough. You're more into this farming thing than I am after all.

[ But he's not going to give him the satisfaction of having set down the ground rules. Sasuke doesn't need a babysitter. He can take care of himself with his random side jobs he's been taking on.

When the fireworks finale starts, Sasuke gives it his full attention. These ones really put the previous ones to shame and puts to shame a number of ones he saw back home. That doesn't count the sparks that fly when the Tiger Cub of Kai fights the One-Eyed Dragon. Could anything really top those? ]

You may have a point. They cause one hell of a PARTY when they do.

[ May have a point. Kojuro can enjoy that satisfaction instead. And then turn around and groan at the obvious mimicry of Masamune's unique speaking style. ]

They--

[what

Sasuke how could you? Sasuke...Just the face in the icon okay, that's all he's got. Shot through the heart etc etc.]

...Those fireworks certainly are magnificent, de gozaru.

[Eat shit, bro. ~~did I even use it right? who knows. I'm dumb as hell.~~]

Isn't it strange? I've been speaking in Dragon tongue too, and I'm not exactly sure why...But never mind that. No matter the tongue, they are both striking and we are lucky to see them up close; I'm sure we can agree on this much.

[ Sasuke can help himself; he has to laugh. That is very close to how his master would speak, but there is something missing to make it truly his speech pattern. ]

RIDICULOUS. You need to shout your words if you really want to get him down.

[ The smile doesn't leave his face, and it's safe to say that Sasuke agrees with Kojuro. His mood has definitely improved from his little... mishap earlier. When the noise of the fireworks begins to die down, Mr. Tori swoops from the sky and settles in Sasuke's lap. ]

Hey there, Mr. Tori. I saved you something.

[ He pulls out a wrapped stick with one dango still on it. Mr. Tori caws, "Dango!" before pecking it. Sasuke's expression is gentle, one that is rarely seen. ]

As much respect as I have for Sanada's ability to constantly shout no matter the time of day...I'm afraid I can't commit like that. No matter how much Dragon you speak to me.

[Still, it's tempting. Get him blitzed and you just know he'd put his all into that imitation, shit as it would be. For now though...Knowing that Sasuke's out of his funk is enough to get a little smile back on Kojuro's face in turn, even when Mr. Tori comes to join the Mom Crew.

The thought crosses his mind to try and pat him, but...Better to not push his luck. That sort of trust has to be earned, anyway. (With both bird and master, if he wants it. Which is why he doesn't immediately comment something about Sasuke being soft on a bird. That's not how you make friends okay.)]

He can talk? Somehow that makes me feel as though the crops are a little safer still, for him being about. Maybe I should teach him some really scary words so he can scare off human intruders too. [LET TORI SAY FUCK] Or does that fall under your lot? I don't want to take anyone's jobs away, after all.

[ Clearly Kojuro needs to get his Tengu Kamen on because even when he breaks character he's still in character... somehow. No sake needed.

Mr. Tori finishes his treat and settles down into Sasuke's lap as if to nap. Sasuke begins to pat the bird without thinking. In time, Mr. Tori will also allow Kojuro to pet him; food helps. That's what Yukimura did. ]

His vocabulary is limited, but he's clever. I'm sure he can scare off anyone who tries to--

[ As if on cue, Mr. Tori loudly caws "YOUR LORDSHIP! YUKIMURA! YOUR LORDSHIP! YUKIMURA!" complete with wings flapping. ]

All right, that's enough from you.

[ Sasuke places his hand over Mr. Tori's beak. He gives an exasperated sigh, but there's no real annoyance. The smile doesn't disappear from his face. Yeah, he loves this bird. Mr. Tori settles back down, pleased. ]

Clever is to be e--

[o h m y g o d.

Kojuro just stares, flabbergasted.]

[And then bursts out l-- okay not laughing, he's still Kojuro no matter whether he's the tiniest bit tipsy or not.

But that's a definite chuckle. Mr. Tori has just gotten the first level of Kojuro's social link.]

Very, very clever. As I was saying, that much is to be expected. To see you tote some stupid animal about would surprise me very much, Sarutobi; this is fitting, I believe. ...Imagine what we could do with him yelling that. Security concerns would be null and void; I know I was scared witless, hearing that when we took advantage of Lord Shingen's hospitality.

Be thankful you only had to hear that. They can forget not everyone can withstand those punches they throw. I'm not sure how I didn't lose my head.

[ That isn't bragging, by the way. Sasuke is actually cautioning against getting involved in one of those squabbles. It hurts, and somehow awesome ninja shadow skills didn't save him. Danna throws one hell of a punch, and what the hell! He didn't want to get involved. He's not the yelling-punching type.

And he was still expected to make dinner that night! The nerve of Danna! ]

This one won't throw a punch, but he packs some sharp pecks and knows when to call for back up.

[ Be it getting Sasuke or calling for a murder of wild crows to come help. Crows are very smart birds. ]

[I poured one out for Sasuke in Judge End, goddamn. Wild. Anyway.]

Mm...The battlecries were enough for my sensibilities; I know better than to wander too close when your lot are ablaze. Clearly you didn't, if you took a blow to the head?

[And he has the gall to look a little tiny bit smug about that. After all, Sasuke is here so it's not like it put him out of commission forever; that means that it's okay to laugh in hindsight!] You should train your Mr. Tori to warn you of incoming brawls at home. I have no idea how you would, but if you managed talking, then that much should be easy with all of the training opportunities you would have.

If you like pickled daikon...Would I win him over by offering this to you both? Or is that just something you fancy, Sarutobi?

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[ He scratches his cheek. Putting it that way does sound pretty careless, but he's not about to admit that maybe he had his guard down too much. ~~Plus, it's Yukimura. Yukimura wiggles past his defenses too easily...~~ ]

You forget my job is to keep an eye on those two, and when are their spirits ever not ablaze?

[ Don't answer with now because Sasuke does not want to think of the ailing Shingen and depressed Yukimura. He just got in a better mood. Mr. Tori seems to sense a bit of that darkness in him and nudges Sasuke's hand with his head. The petting resumes. ]

But I usually save a portion of my meals for Mr. Tori. He'll eat pretty much anything.

[ That does mean Sasuke doesn't eat full meals, but it's a worthy sacrifice for his familiar and partner in crime. ]

[~~Understandable. Maybe that's why Kojuro's smugness fades just a little, because he knows the dad feelings.~~ It's definitely why he holds his tongue on the current state of Ueda; that much is a blow that would be far too petty even for him at his crankiest.]

A very fair point. I wonder if they have ever managed to hold a conversation without throwing punches at the end? I know I could not withstand getting caught in the middle of a brawl such as that, so...You have earned some credit, for maintaining all function.

However. [Whoa okay, we're going back into lecture mode? Apparently, going by how stern his tone's just turned after all of the casual chatting.] If you will occasionally stop by my farm and eat, then I will feed you both properly. Anything less during our alliance is unacceptable, and I will make sure that I can supply this much. You cannot function fully if you are hungry.

[It really...will be a battle of the bentos...oh my god...]

[ Yukimura and Shingen can have a conversation without punches. Sometimes they suplex each other or throw one by the ankles. Surely that counts. When there are no punches, then you know something is very, very wrong.

Sasuke doesn't have a chance to really praise his own survival because Sasuke is a little taken aback by Kojuro's change in tone and message. There's something that makes him think back to when he was bitty ninja learning the trade, his master barking orders and correcting errant behavior. His own reaction to the change confuses him just as much.

Even Mr. Tori looks at Kojuro strangely. ]

You make it sound like I can't cook for myself, and what happened to that no free rides?

[ He had even gotten Sasuke to agree with him! Kojuro, just because they're allies, that doesn't mean he has to provide for him. He's a grown man! Not a pity case! ~~No, please, continue calling him out and getting on his case, Kojuro. He's gotten away with these habits of his for far too long.~~ ]

I have no doubt that you can cook for yourself, but if you would share meals, then you lose out on something for yourself. And that means that I cannot trust you to take care of yourself, to some degree. If we are to ally, then I will ensure you both eat properly. Whether it is supplying enough food for you to prepare for both you and Mr. Tori or by cooking it myself.

[Sasuke just gets a Look, because Kojuro isn't taking no for an answer here. Maybe it's not so big an issue here, but back home, that sort of thing will catch up with a grown man quicker than he might think.]

It is not a free ride so much as ensuring that I provide some benefit to you for your alliance. A benefit that we both agree on is not a free ride, and it will give me peace of mind to know that you are not skimping on self-care. You will do me no good if you do not have all of your energy, and the same goes for Mr. Tori.

[ The bafflement does not leave his face. Sasuke had never thought of what he did as a problem. He had been doing so since he was young. Mr. Tori was a part of him as much as a leg or arm. He never felt hungry. Ninja were trained to survive many days with little to no provisions, and he needed to be light on his feet, quiet, fast, able to perch on Yukimura's spear without the slightest bit of weight. Maybe that last one wasn't needed but it was very helpful to get a quick view from higher up without risking Mr. Tori or himself. ]

I... Well.

[ These damn samurai are being too concerned over a ninja. He can't understand it. Sasuke can deflect Yukimura's nonsensical worries about him, but any argument seems too feeble for the dragon's right eye. ]

And exactly what is your benefit for the alliance? I'm not helping you any. Is my company really worth all the extra work you'll have to do to keep me around?

My benefit is not having to put up with you when you inevitably collapse because you lack the foresight to regularly eat a full meal. Or do you expect me to become your nursemaid when you grow lethargic? We are not invincible, and I will not afford you neglecting yourself out of poor habit.

[Kojuro sniffs in disdain, like that's ob-- well it's a little obvious, but he's still maybe trying to justify being the Unfun Mom. He's not planning on making Sasuke into a bodybuilder, just...

He doesn't want to have to think of sending him back to Yukimura in a poor state. Yukimura deserves better, doesn't he? (He's no Masamune but he's still a good kid okay...)]

Besides, you are familiar. You underestimate the good that does, even if it is you and not my lord. Consider this the price for my peace of mind if you have to justify feeding yourself somehow.

[ God damn it! Just let him argue his own expendable factor and go back to being a proper ninja. None of this treating him like a human and someone worth worrying about! This is not what he expected when he came here. (But what was Sasuke expecting when he brought over sake? He didn't have to do that.)

Sasuke huffs in a decidedly childish way and diverts his gaze. Kojuro the Unfun Mom has won the battle. ]

Fine, if you're so determined to.

[ Mr. Tori hops up to his feet and looks at Kojuro. Then he flaps over to Kojuro to nip at his kimono, perhaps looking for a treat or maybe some pets. Social link level up! ~~Whether Sasuke wants it to happen or not. Congratulations.~~ ]

Oh no, this was all in jest. I'm not going to feed you at all now, I just wanted to see if you knew that I was right on the matter.

[Who knew Kojuro was even capable of such obvious sarcasm. Where's that apple he had...Hm. Just gonna snap a little bit of apple off and offer it to Mr. Tori for his efforts.] ...Although I understand your feelings, I suppose. I insist on proper meals three times a day, all the same.

[Who cares about that anyway though, Kojuro's easing up already in position and tone (though that might be Mr. Tori too? We just don't know), apparently satisfied by Sasuke acquiescing at last. He's even going to shut up on the matter! Miracle really. He's gonna just sit there in contented silence and see if he can pat his new friend okok.]

[ Kojuro, you jerk! There's nothing more to that thought. Just Kojuro, you jerk! Can you tell he's not used to people getting on his case so much for self care? It's really easy to tell, isn't it? And somehow that means he's a jerk! ]

I didn't say you were right.

[ Meanwhile... Mr. Tori takes a bite of the apple, getting into Kojuro's lap for better access to the food (and for pets). Sasuke may have given Mr. Tori a "you traitor" glance, but honestly, it's a sign that Kojuro has Sasuke's trust. ]

So are we going to sit here all night after the fireworks are over, or are we going to head back? Someone has to make sure you get there in one piece.

[ Sasuke, Kojuro hasn't drunk that much sake. He's fine. (Kojuro can carry Mr. Tori and give him many pets on the way home.) ]

You thought it, and that is enough for me.

[OHOHOHO. Mr. Tori even gets a quick scratch under his neck-ruffle, before Kojuro heaves a quiet little sigh. Yeah...It's late. If he has a point about eating properly, then he'll give Sasuke a point about staying up too late.]

Worried for your elders, Sarutobi? You're far too kind to an old man like me. Will you carry me on your back when my legs give out, too? [Snort snort snort, yes funny aha. Just you wait, Kojuro. Just you wait until your own son calls you 'geezer'. DEATH IS COMIN'.

But for now, it's just Kojuro going home. And not without carefully trying to figure out how to pick up and hold Mr. Tori. How do you hold big bird...Help him Sasuke, he's trying. He's really trying here ok.]

[ Man, Kojuro is drunk if he's joking, thinks Sasuke. No way this guy actually has a real sense of humor. He's always so serious every time they met back home. Maybe he could get used to seeing Kojuro like this.

Maybe. It'll still take a bit longer for him to realize it's not the alcohol talking. ]

Yeah, you're ancient compared to me. You're, what, in your 40's? I'm sorry. You're not getting a free ride out of me either.

[ The wrong age range is completely intentional and said with a smirk. The mask of "I totally have it all together and am carefree" comes back up, and Sasuke feels back in his element. He stands up and dusts himself off. If Kojuro can't figure out how gently hug a giant crow to his chest, then he's about to get a Mr. Tori hat. ]

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STARDROP CELEBRATION: FINAL DAY

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1/2 SASUKE...

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1/2 i love u mr. tori

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Mr. Tori is a good birb!

he's my goddamn son now i hope youre happy.

Sasuke will never give up custody of his birb!

WHAT IF mr. tori has two dads now and he just loves one way more than the other...

No! His familiar, his birb! Stop being a home wrecker!

CALL ME A HOME BUILDER IM MAKIN IT A FAMILY FARM NOW

1/2 But I don't wanna! I want to be greedy and keep Mr. Tori all to myself!

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fine..............mr. tori stays where he is. ill find a cool familiar one day....

A spinning leek. That can be Kojuro's familiar with the element of veggies

i can't believe kojuro is ievan polkka personified now

It is a mighty weapon that can strike fear into many hearts

fear and moe are a terrible combination

That is how the war will end