hadriel_logs | Intro Log: Please Remove Metal From Luggage

Who: New arrivals and everyone else!
What: The intro log for August
Where: The colosseum and all around the city.
When: August 10th-13th
Warnings: New folks, metal falling apart, fun stuff

As you wake up on the sand of the colosseum, gazing up at cloudy gray skies, you might wonder what you're doing here. Where are you? How did you get here? You'll figure it all out soon enough, so try to clamp down on that rising panic, or you just might end up in a dangerous situation.

Because, of course, you're not the only thing that arrived. The Door has also chosen to pull in some rust monsters. These monsters may look a bit like insects, but they're much larger, with a rather vicious bite. You can fight them, but be careful - anything metal that touches them instantly begins to corrode. Your sword, a bullet from your gun, even your robot friend. Might want to keep a little distance.

And that's not all. Scattered across the ground of the colosseum can be found a variety of unique and delightful musical instruments. If you're the musical sort, maybe you can figure out how to play one - or maybe you already know. Hopefully no rust monster has wandered too close to the one you want to try, or you might find that it's missing important metal bits.

Once you've found a way to express the song in your heart, feel free to leave whatever bit of safety you've found. You can explore the rest of the city! Find a house, a new monster, a project to help with, or simply scavenge for supplies. Good luck, and enjoy your stay in Hadriel!

► This log covers August 10th-13th.
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Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Oh, a flatterer. Been a while since I got legitimately flirted with.

[ Not that she minds, of course. ]

So for a Long Island, you gotta' pour vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, and sour mix over ice. Then cover and shake. Pour it into a fancy glass after that then top with some cola or dark soda for color. A lemon slice is also nice but not required.

Well, I couldn't very well allow such a crime to continue.

[She may not mind, but he does! Beautiful women deserve appreciation, and those who don't understand that clearly haven't evolved into decent human beings.

He smiles her way.]

That's quite a cocktail. Sour mix wouldn't happen to be a lemon and lime mixture, would it?

Ah, please. I ain't anything that special.

[ She's not near as humble as she used to be but it still shows from time to time. Besides, there's plenty of other pretty ladies here who've probably gotten the same kind words she's sure. ]

Prrrrobably. I've never actually made it myself. If nothing else, it'll be a good enough substitute. Might even give a new spin to a classic drink.

There isn't a single woman on this Earth who doesn't deserve to be treated like she's the last!

[And that's final. So there.]

Thus, I will gladly give you my very first Long Island! So long as you generously coach me through where I might find some cola.

But if all of them are the best, doesn't that mean none of them are?

[ Don't mind her being a contradictory nuisance. She just can't help but take the opportunity to tease a little. ]

Oh, yeah- Cola's right over there. I bartend here from time to time, sometimes. I'm in with the owner and all.

IT MEANS WOMEN ARE THE BEST!!!1!

[He shouts to the entire bar as he twirls like an overexcited ballerina.]

[ ... Boy, that sure is. Some enthusiasm. ]

Don't think I've seen someone with that much energy here in a while, dang.

Kind of refreshing, actually.

That's me! Sanji, the most refreshing chef on the sea!

[He says unironically as he finally blinks the hearts out of his eyes and starts on that Long Island.]

[ Ah. Sanji. That name's... familiar.

She thinks Luffy had spoken of him. Maybe they'd met, even? It was a couple years ago, honestly. Her memory of Haven's end is a little fuzzy these days. ]

Nice to meet you, dude. My name's Rose. I'm a regular around here, so- Guess I'll probably be seeing you around.

[Oh no. If he knew she's met Luffy... He wouldn't be able to shut up about the guy.]

Rose! Of course, Rose! The perfect flower to lighten up even the darkest mood! If you're a regular, I'll have to come every day I can.

[ That sounds about right. It had been pretty cute, honestly, how much Luffy had also seemed to care about his crew. He spoke of them highly at every chance he got. ]

Hey, now. Be careful. Roses also have thorns. [ Her thorns are dulled these days but still. ]

We could do with a bit more energy in this place so, hey, I ain't gonna stop you.

Thorns are thrilling, passionate. [He hums without missing a beat.] They give beauty substance.

[With a sneaky little grin, he slides the Long Island across the bar toward her.]

Now put those thorns to use and tell me how I did!

[ This is an unreal level of relentless optimism. She kind of digs it. He gets a laugh for that, at least. ]

Sure, whatever you say.

[ She complies though and gives the drink a sip. Immediately after is a hum of consideration. Hm. Hhhhmmmm. ]

Not half bad, actually. A fairly decent Long Island.

[He nearly melts into the bar upon hearing her sort-of-a compliment. Apparently, that's all it takes.]

Then have I earned the honor of a next time?

[ Apparently. This guy is too easy. While she's not one to exploit it, well- Some of the other women here she can't exactly speak for. ]

I guess I wouldn't mind a next time.

[He will encourage all the exploitation he can get.]

It's a date!

[He cheers, the happiest man alive. And if there happens to be blood pooling down from his nostrils, well, that's just the physical proof.]

Intro Log: Please Remove Metal From Luggage

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