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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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[It was the same way with Toshinori, and he shook, a little smile appearing on his face.]

Nice to meet you too. And yes, it's quite busy. I'm quite interested in how this place attracts all sorts of people.

[ Sometimes, fame isn't a great thing, especially when you want to start from scratch.

For such a small person, she has a pretty steady grip, and she's got some obvious work calluses along her palms. It hasn't been that long since Koriko and its charms. ]

Mmm, all sorts from all over... it's kind of amazing, right? Turns out, the world's a pretty big place!

[ World, worlds. She's still not sure how to reconcile all of it, except that she knows For Certain that this is not the same world where she was born. ]

Yes you're right about that. There's so many worlds and so many people, it makes me wonder if there's going to be any more visitors later on.

[There's a lot of worlds out there apparently, and to be honest, a part of Toshinori wanted to explore a lot of them but knew it was impossible.]

In a place like this, it's almost guaranteed. There's no filtering! No gatekeeping! No, "you have to be this talented to be considered." There's even public transportation!!

[ Not that it's working right now. She'd ridden the bus in with her friends, only to have it break down when they arrived. But honestly, she's not too worried about it; at least this time, she'd been able to pack before they'd arrived. ]

To be honest, it's kind of weird... but a good weird. You know?

This is true. There's so many people here and we all have places to live. Other worlds wouldn't be so generous but I've been taking the time to heal from my injuries.

[He nodded, leaning on the table as he added,] It is a good kind of weird.

Injuries?

[ She blurts it before she means to, and manages not to wince. Rude, Chisa!! Don't ask a guy you've just met about his health! A beat later she flaps her free hand wildly, like she could wave the words away. Of course she's curious -- there's still a large part of her that likes ferreting out information -- but it's not any of her business! Maybe if they become friends, but for now... ]

Ah, don't mind, don't mind! Let's think about this place instead.

[It wasn't like it was a big secret, considering when he shifted, you could see bandages under his simple t-shirt. It seemed like this skeleton-like man had gone through a lot recently.]

That's fine. So I see there's a lot of seasonal plants here. The growing season must be pretty good to support so many plants right now.

[ Well. Chisa's no stranger to that sort of style of injury, even if she hasn't lost any body parts. Her gaze drops to those bandages for just a second before she meets his eyes again. ]

Mmmm... that's true, that's true. I used to know a man who was a great farmer, but I never really paid attention when he talked about stuff. He was always kinda weird in his sayings anyway. I kinda wish I had, now! I'm gonna be starting from scratch. You?

I've never farmed before. Planted seeds in pots is another story but this is going to be a challenge for me.

[he sighed deeply.] At least I'll be in better shape come a week later.

I used to have flowers on my desk at work... ah, but they ended up dying before the end of the year.

[ Because the world ended, but you know. Details. ]

But that's the spirit! As long as you're alive, you can heal!

A shame that. I think flowers are seasonal here, and there's ample time to grow seasonals.

[Details exactly. Details they didn't need to share. They weren't some people who would barf their life story.]

Exactly, glad you agree. The doctor told me to keep taking the tonic and I should be right as rain soon.

Ehhhh, a doctor's tonics...

[ She wrinkles her nose a little. Of course, she hadn't been above taking advantage of her own close association with the (former) Ultimate Pharmacist, but still! She's maybe a tiny bit suspicious of them regardless. ]

More than just medicine, fresh air is important! Exercise! More stuff like this! [ And she waves as she says that, a wide sweeping gesture meant to encompass the whole of the festival. Maybe the whole of the valley, too. ]

Believe me, plenty of exercise I got. Some things just can't heal properly. But that's in the past now. As long as I can stand, I'll be able to work.

[And considering he wanted to still be useful, it was obvious that he still tried his best.]

[ "Some things just can't heal properly"... isn't that the truth. Chisa huffs and wrinkles her nose. Just because it's true doesn't mean she has to like it, or acknowledge it beyond that small gesture. ]

Ehhh, well. Even the things that can't can get better! But on that note, you should push yourself, but not too hard, or you'll just set everything back.

[Toshinori chuckled. Where had he heard that before? And yet, it made sense.]

I'll keep on working then. Just a little pushing would do.

But only a little! You gotta be sure to take care of your body! You only get the one! Usually! Unless there are really weird extenuating circumstances!! Ahh, but if you need help with any of the household stuff, you should let me know! I used to work as a housekeeper. I like doing that sort of stuff, and I'm pretty good at it.

[ She very nearly uses the former title. Even after a year away from Japan, it's almost instinct to her. ]

Really? Well, I'll keep that in mind. Right now, I'm just focusing on getting better and keeping the vegetables watered. So far, it's working out just fine. Though I could definitely use some help around the farm for a while.

That's where I can come in!!

[ Not that she's actually discussed it with either of her partners. But they probably won't begrudge her making connections, right? ]

You'll never have a cleaner house than when I'm done with it.

All right, sounds good. [He smiled, before adding,] We can hash out times when you can come on over and help out. Sound good?

Mm! ♥ That sounds good~ I'll be around! I might even put up advertising soon... or at least I'm hoping to. Anything to get the word out!

All right, sounds good. Want to get something to eat? Your food's getting cold.

Ah? --Ehhhhhh?!

[ It has, and she looks at it with some dismay. Fried food and meat both get so unpleasant when they're cold, and while Chisa hates wasting food... it's so gross.

She looks around briefly in the vain hope she can spot a certain friend in the crowd. Surely he'd take it if she whined at him-- but alas. No sign of him. She sighs. ]

Mm, no, I should eat what I have... even if it's become like this...

Sorry for distracting you. I know how bad fried food tastes when cold.

[Well it was his fault so...]

Want me to buy you another skewer?

Ah! No, no, no... that was my fault too. I shouldn't be whining about it.

Ah, all right. If you're sure then. I have more than enough for extra food.

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