@noctis.sky

[fessus]

Hey.

Heard a lot of people talking about getting info from bars or work or w/e. Solid plan, but there's another source that'll also give some people downtime when they need it.

MMORPG: Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game

bc I know someone is gonna ask. There's a pretty big one I've been checking out called Planet of Battleforge that looks pretty cool but I can't make a guild without more players. Obv I'm willing to take on being the guildmaster even if I can't cover everybody's monthly fees, but it's not like it's super high. Anyway, message me if you're interested, I need bodies.

Ig I can help with picking classes and usernames.

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@markus.manfred

[saviorexe]

[Wait. What.]

You listen to heavy metal?

[This seems so anti-Connor it's just





what. Also hi.]

[cyberlife]

Oh, hi Markus.

It's very loud and engaging, you can barely hear when a song is over.

[saviorexe]

Yes, I know.

I didn't think it'd be the kind of music you gravitated towards. I guess I'm just surprised.

[cyberlife]

It is very unconventional... Hank had a lot of influence on that decision. We used to listen to metal and jazz in his car on the way to crime scenes.

You prefer classical?

[saviorexe]

Classical or contemporary instrumentals in general. It helps me think.

I like that it's an unconventional taste for you, though. It adds to your personality.

[cyberlife]

(wow, that's such a nice thing to say wtf)

Those suit you very well, Markus. They sound very relaxing.

Don't worry, I will take care not to play my music very loudly in the apartment.

[saviorexe]

You don't have to, actually. I'd like to listen sometime.

[cyberlife]

Well in that case, we can listen together. New Amsterdam's heavy metal is mixed with synthesizer, so it seems like a very odd medley.

[fessus]

Can I listen too

[ yo ]

[cyberlife]

The more the merrier, as the saying goes.

[saviorexe]

I look forward to it.

Though next you’re going to tell me that you sometimes dress like you’re attending a rock concert.

i'm so sorry

[fessus]

[ YELLS FROM MARKUS'S BEDROOM ]

You wanna' do this now?

[cyberlife]

(just registers that markus is teasing him and is poised to reply to it when he hears noctis' shout.)

...

If you'd like...!

(???????? from the couch in the living room.)

[saviorexe]

[Noctis. This post has already gone off the rails, why do you care about this exchange.

Calling from outside, leaning on the balcony railing:]

I don’t think that’s what he meant!

[fessus]

[ Excuse you they were talking about the music they both like first, YOU'RE THE ONE THAT JUMPED IN.

But it's too late now, Noctis is already dragging himself up and out of bed, making the short trek from the stolen bedroom to the living room. ]

Hey, Connor. Looks like a lot of people are pretty interested in this gaming idea, huh? [ And looking up he spots Markus, wondering where his voice had come from. ]

Ahh, we're short one priest; you coming in here?

[cyberlife]

You'll have a full guild in no time. (connor squeezes himself to the far end of the couch, leaning against the arm in case either or both of them would like to sit.

he should sync his implant up to the built-in home speaker system, but it seems there are preliminary conversations to be had.)

I didn't ask you what you were, but the priest class seems perfect for Markus. (guess who read up on the mmo.)

[saviorexe]

[His presence requested, it’s an easy enough walk back into the living room to meet the other two.

Markus makes his way to the other end of the couch, sinking into the cushions.]

That seems to be the consensus. Noctis made that decision for me, so I suppose I’ll be playing the part of a righteous healer.

[fessus]

Oh, I picked the death knight. I had to pay a little extra to unlock one early, but it's worth it to have a magic resistant class. Pay to play's stupid when it comes to levels or items, but this one just gives another option, not an unfair advantage.

[ Oh... well, it looks like he's sitting in the middle. This isn't at all symbolic. He'll take his spot, instinctively making his form as compact as possible -- too accustomed to sharing a back seat with Gladio -- and especially taking care to favor that slinged arm. Talk about a hassle. ]

Don't say righteous like that... It just fits you, that's all. [ ... ] Don't tell me you don't think so too.

[cyberlife]

(at least they'll be extra careful and create a field of protection between their slings. this positioning is strategic, THEY ALL ALREADY WORK SO WELL TOGETHER.

leans forward a little so that he can see both of his friends while addressing one or the other. nice.)

All of your skills and traits match up with the Priest. Shielding and healing the team are integral skills that'll keep us all on our feet. Doesn't that sound familiar to you? (to markus with a smile, before canting his head at noctis.) Are there many more features like that? Exactly how much did you spend on unlocking it?

...

Do I have to pay to get a pet, or is that automatically an option available to me?

[saviorexe]

[Leaning back in his seat, the slightest quirk of a brow plays on his features.]

It probably would have been the class I chose for myself, so I’m not complaining. I’m fine with healing and keeping the both of you alive when you’ve gotten yourselves into too much trouble. Someone has to.

[Somehow he’s not surprised that Noctis chose a class called “death knight”. Just like he’s not surprised that Connor’s priority seems to lie in his acquisition of a pet in the game.]

...what kind of pet?

[Just the questions of an android who doesn’t play MMOs.]

[fessus]

That's a lot of questions...

[ But a lot of questions means a lot of interest, and he deeply appreciates that. Any and all jokes aside, there'd been the lingering fear that a post like this would be met with castigation, reminders to get to work and not goof off... as if they have to be on task all the time, unable to enjoy themselves at all. ]

Ahh, healers are really important, though. It sounds like you and we needed one, so it's a win-win. There are spells that they have and other stuff that can be bought but you can work hard and get them with time instead.

The pets are... well, I don't remember all of them, but I can think of a couple. Cat, bear, dog, spider, crab, moth, wolf... there was a mech one too. You're a hunter so you'll get one for free, and which one you get depends on what race you pick.

[cyberlife]

Virtual reality games are meant for getting into trouble, right Noctis? Legal, educational trouble.

(adopts a resolute posture, very sure of himself for once.

and thinks on noctis' words for almost literally two seconds.)

I'd like a dog. Or a wolf. (with finality. before backtracking just a bit.) ... If our team is alright with that, of course, we need to be strategic in our planning. Figuring out the rest shouldn't be difficult if I do some more research. In the meantime, I think Markus and I need usernames.

(to his leader, eyebrows quirking.) Have you given any thought to yours?

[saviorexe]

[Legal, educational trouble. His lips quirk up at that but he has nothing to say until Connor turns the spotlight on him — with expectations of a username.

Er.]

I haven’t given it much thought yet.

[But never one to slouch under pressure—]

Libertas684.

[Nailed it? Nailed it.]

[fessus]

Educational? [ He exchanges a quick glance with Markus, straightening up ever-os-slightly. ]

Right... yeah, super educational. [ Let's keep that ball rolling, since it is a convenient and advantageous narrative for me. ] And I think our team's turning out pretty awesome so far, so you should choose whatever's most fun for you. Doesn't matter if it's not fun... then you're losing the point. [ Actually the point is to WIN, but... he can go easy on this group. ]

Ahh... wow... That was quick. What's with the 684?

[cyberlife]

Whatever's most fun? (yeah he's gonna need some help with that one, made obvious by his ) I'll give it some careful thought.

Libertas suits you... (envious, wracking his brain now with a rub at the forearm of his sling.) What should my username be? Would it have to be a word and a number like both of yours, or can it be whatever I like? There are so many different options to think about...

(I'M NOT CREATIVE ENOUGH FOR THIS SHIT, but it has to be good because i'm a vain priss)