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VoidTrecker Express Mods ([personal profile] voidtreckermods) wrote in [community profile] voidtreckerexpress2020-10-01 05:30 am
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A New Platform [Intro Post October]

On the Train

"Good morning passengers, it is day sixteen of the month of Horsehoe. Points have been updated on the system and new stock is available."

They have indeed and everyone can spend the morning shopping. Those who have been on the train a while will be expecting the second announcement that comes a few hours later.

"Shortly arriving into a designated void platform. Exit from void in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one." A lurch and a jolt and they are soon surrounded by the fog that means they are at a platform. The first thing they may notice is that this platform is inside a basic shelter, making it warmer than the last couple at least.

As usual the first to leave the train notice nothing as they walk silently, rucksacks on their backs, towards the barriers. Adora, Alex Hashimoto, Catra, Cloud Strife, Elizabeth Midford, Feanor, Gerome, Gladiolus Amicitia, Glimmer, Ifrit, Isabella D’Oro, Maru, Nari Reno, Noctis Lucis Caelum, Prompto Argentum, Scorpia, Siobahn Chereshei, SXT-2, Tamamo-no-Mae, Tony Stark, Uta, Zidane Tribal

But on the platform itself there are many new faces. Wearing hoodies in all four colours in various states of confusion.

For New Passengers

At first all they can see is steam. Billowing around them as they come to their senses. The second thing they will notice is it is gloomy, even without the steam and fog. They are in a wooden building, open to the tracks on one side. It in a creaky shelter, cobwebs hang from the rafters and there is a peculiar whistle as wind finds its way through the cracks.

They are standing, in clothes that are not their own, styles they might not even recognise. They are carrying a rucksack on their back. For a moment it seems to just be them, alone in the white haze but then the steam begins to fade and they realise they aren’t alone.

The platform is not large and it holds nineteen figures all facing the tracks, all dressed in cargo trousers and hoodies. Both left and right the tracks disappear into the mist. Then there is a roaring sound and out of the fog arrives a train. Jet black with gold writing on the side. The Voidtrecker Express. There is a hiss as the doors slide open and out into the gloom step a selection of people. Some are human, some are less so. Most are wearing the same hoodie in one of the four colours, red, orange, blue and purple though some are sporting different clothes in a variety of styles.

The Train

The doors hiss open. Those from the train may encourage those on the platform to board. It’s not like there is anywhere else to go and even if there was, you feel a pull. A need to board, a feeling that staying on the platform would not be a good thing. If that is not enough, there are plenty of people on the platform now, to encourage them onto the train.

Indeed whereas usually there is plenty time for people to be met and brought slowly onto the train, the whistles blow a lot quicker this time, as if hurrying the passengers along.

Each ICP shows the same message and next to the screens there are stacks of leaflets written by those on the train, with further information. The store rooms have been restocked, with… teddy bear shaped luncheon meat being the main ingredient to be found. There are plenty of other staples.

A new carriage has been added, those that go to investigate will find a room full of lockers, designated as the Armoury. Even for passengers without weapons it is somewhere to secure possessions. There are instructions on how to use the lockers and enough for everyone to claim one.

New passengers will find their tickets allow them into their cabins. They may need to negotiate for beds, especially if they want a top bunk!

Room is tight but there are storage cubbies at the head of each bed, beds fold up and the bottom bunks double as benches for the small table. There is storage under those benches and you will hopefully find a pillow for your bed if it has not been nabbed by a roommate, there are also spare blankets for if it gets cold.

Departure

A second horn sounds over the noise of the hail stones to encourage any stragglers braving the snow and the doors slide shut. Veteran passengers know what will happen next, they may wish to brief their new companions.

The train sets off, the fog obscuring the view as it picks up speed.

"Welcome aboard, passengers of the Voidtrecker Express." A female-coded artificial sounding voice echoes throughout the train. "Please take the time to read the passenger information displayed on the Information and Communication points and familiarise yourself with the layout and emergency exits."

The train begins to tilt, leaving the ground and rising up into the fog filled sky.

"Entrance into Voidspace imminent. New passengers are advised to remain seated. Entry into Voidspace in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one."

A shudder, a jolt, a lurch to the left. A flash of light, colourful and blinding. As quick as it happens it is done. The train seems to steady. The fog from the windows is gone now, replaced with a kaleidoscope of ever changing colours.

Welcome to the Void!
blue_ice: (and i had mine)

[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-05 12:03 am (UTC)(link)
[ A perfect setup. Kaiba nods approvingly...and remains silent. Not giving Alexis any more free help. ]
winterforecast: (Heh)

[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-07 07:37 am (UTC)(link)
Tch. You still take 1050 damage, nya. [Alexis huffs as the dragon slinks back over to her field. Is... is it blushing? Can dragons blush through those scales? Whatever.]

Due to Krystal Dragon's effect, I can add a Level 8 Dragon Monster from my deck to my hand. I choose Blue-Eyes White Dragon!

...oh, wow, those words feel supremely sexy to say, nya. No wonder you like this deck so much, Kaiba. [She grins wickedly at her hapless victim.

Oh, right!]


Speaking of... before I forget, it's time for you take the penalty. [Alexis thrusts her hand forward... but not towards Rei. Rather, she's pointing at Kaiba.

And indeed, ice rapidly crawls up his body, stopping just past his knees and locking him in place.]


What, I never said which one of you would be put on ice when you get damaged. And anyways, you duelist-types tend to get a bit more flustered when it's somebody else's safety on the line and barely care if you're neck-deep in a dozen deathtraps yourself. You're all really weird like that, nya.

Right, back on track. I activate the effect of Blue-Eyes Alternative White Dragon from my hand, nya. By revealing Blue-Eyes White Dragon, I can special summon Blue-Eyes Alternative to my field. [The dragon appears, looking like an HD Remaster version of the original Blue-Eyes as it screeches at Rei.]

I set a card and end my turn, nya.
Edited 2020-10-07 07:40 (UTC)
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-07 07:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Blue-Eyes... Alternative?

[Rei glances back at Kaiba. She is, in fact, flustered. But...]

To your End Phase, I chain Solemn Wishes! I gain 500 life points every time I draw! So take that ice back off of him!

[She draws her card, getting back up to 3450 LP, and glares at Alexis.]
blue_ice: (defective water bottle)

[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-07 08:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Timeline d---difference!

[ He shivers, face twisting in rage and...well, trying to function. He does not do well as a damsel in distress!]

It can act as a standard Blue Eyes on the field or graveyard, but starting next turn it can destroy one of your monsters per turn!

{ Damn. Will her strategy still work? He's looking a little desperate. ]
tokenloveinterest: (pic#14350628)

[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-07 08:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Like I'm gonna let that happen!

[Rei slots in a magic card.]

Equip Spell, Cupid Kiss! When Maiden in Love attacks a monster with a Maiden Counter, and I take damage, I gain control of that monster! And then I summon D.D. Warrior Lady!

[Rei slaps the cards down, and-

Glances back at Kaiba. Is he going to be okay?]


D.D. Warrior Lady attacks Blue-Eyes! And at the end of the Damage Step, both D.D. Warrior Lady and the monster she battled are removed from play! And Magicians' Defense halves my battle damage!
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 06:22 am (UTC)(link)
Hmph! You know, if you keep self-destructing like this, there's no way you're going to win this duel!

[Said the pot to the kettle.

As the duel wears on, it's becoming increasingly apparent that Alexis is... rusty, at the very least. So sue her, she wasn't exactly looking for excuses to fuddle about with card games on Isla Sonrisa and it's been months since she's had a proper duel, alright?

But...

But.

She seems to be having genuine fun, even as Kaiba continues freezing over. Her gestures start getting more energetic, and her smile, while sharp and more than a little threatening, grows more real as time passes.

Alexis throws back her head and cackles maniacally as Rei destroys one of her monsters, clearly satisfied.]
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! YOU FELL FOR IT!

I activate my trap, CRUSH CARD VIRUS!

Even if destroys all the dragons on my field, once I finally destroy Maiden in Love, you'll be wide open with nothing left to protect you!

[Grey gas begins flooding across the field and towards Rei as Alexis continues to laugh and laugh and laugh. At least one person is having fun?]
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 06:27 am (UTC)(link)
[The dragons Rei has stolen all vanish. But, Maiden in Love... remains unharmed.

And while she's at it? Her deck glows, as the virus looks for applicable cards to target...

And one, single, lonely card ejects from her deck.]


Ahh... That was my other D.D. Warrior Lady. Sorry to say, but.... D.D. Warrior Lady is the only monster in my deck with 1500 attack points, never mind more. A maiden doesn't need to have big showy muscles to be strong, you know?
winterforecast: (Sass)

not a gagtag

[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 06:33 am (UTC)(link)
Counterpoint: maidens with big showy muscles are hot.
tokenloveinterest: (pic#14350672)

[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 06:37 am (UTC)(link)
Hot, huh? Don't worry. This maiden's about to be hot enough to melt all of that ice, then.

Your virus's effects only work on monsters that were on the field, then in my deck and hand. In other words, if I summon a monster with more attack now, then it won't be affected by the virus. Isn't that right?
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 06:40 am (UTC)(link)
...you are correct, but I don't think I like where this is going. [Even so, there's a playful smile on Alexis's face that has a slightly lower cruelty content than normal. Progress?]
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 06:51 am (UTC)(link)
Here we go! Take a look, at the strength of a Maiden in Love!

[Rei slams a card into her Disk.]

Monster Reborn! The monster I revive is the one you sent to the graveyard with Fusion Guard earlier... Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon!

[The mighty three-headed dragon roars, rising from the ground, and...]

Equip card, Happy Marriage!

[Bells ring.

The three heads of the Ultimate Dragon lower, investigating this Maiden, who opens her arms, and hugs one of the heads. And another, she strokes the bridge of its face, and the last, she scratches under the chin.

The dragon huffs in acceptance, and lifts her up. Maiden in Love now stands atop the Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon's back.

ATK: 4900.]


With Ultimate Dragon gone from the graveyard, your Deep-Eyes White Dragon loses the target for its effect, so its attack becomes zero... And that means it's as good as a direct attack! Maiden in Love attacks Deep-Eyes White Dragon!

Ultimate Burst Stream of Love!

[The two side heads of the Ultimate Dragon stretch around, forming a heart shape around Maiden in Love.

The last head charges its attack, firing it off.... and the laser it shoots from its mouth is pink, giving off a heart-shaped aura, using Maiden in Love's power.]
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[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-09 07:43 am (UTC)(link)
[ It's...difficult to think. He starts to panic more as he freezes over. Can she do this?

He's still aware enough to observe the 'marriage'. What's left of his face muscles twists, though it's unclear if that's an involuntary shiver or what.

He sneezes. ]
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 07:48 am (UTC)(link)
...pfft.

[Alexis can't help but snicker as the "Ultimate Burst Stream of Love" hits her and she goes flying back. It's objectively the most hilarious way for her to go out, at least. And she honestly has a bit more respect for Rei now, even though Alexis has to admit she's more than a little bit rusty and has no idea how to pilot Kaiba's deck.]

Alright, alright, I'll be a good sport, nya.

[Indeed, Alexis freezes herself from the neck-down and releases Kaiba from her icy grip. At least she leans herself against the wall and crosses her arms before she's frozen in place.]

...Nya, it's been too long since I've had that much fun.

Good game... Rei, right?
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 07:51 am (UTC)(link)
... Rei Saotome. That's right, but-

[Once she's sure Kaiba's free and safe, she's going to let her Disk deactivate, banishing the monsters, and-

Run towards Alexis.]


Free yourself, too! I didn't do this for you to get frozen over instead!
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[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-09 07:56 am (UTC)(link)
[ Kaiba falls to all fours, violently shuddering. But he's fine enough. Really. He finally manages to lift his head, looking betrayed. ]

Disk isn't rated...for ice...
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 08:06 am (UTC)(link)
...you do realize that I'm pretty much immune to cold, right? [Alexis smirks. She'd give Rei a noogie if she could right now.] I'm nyat part-snow leopard for nothing, you know. Wouldn't threaten to put myself on ice if I was going to actually get hurt.

[She sighs.]

And yes, before you ask, I would've unfrozen President Dragonfucker over there too, nya.

[Beat.]

After watching him squirm for a minute.

[Her knifelike smile returns.]

Okay, maybe several minutes, but I wouldn't have put him in the hospital for more than, nya, a day tops. That's less than what my "admirers" got away with when I roughed them up.

[Did you think those steel knuckles were for nothing, Rei?]

But if you insist... fine. [The ice melts and evaporates, and Alexis steps forward, casually stretching.] Nya, we've gotta do this again sometime. That was fun!

Preferably while finding another excuse to freeze him up, but it's fine if he doesn't want to play.

[How much Alexis is joking is up to Rei to decide.]
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 08:09 am (UTC)(link)
[Rei immediately stands between Alexis and Kaiba with her arms spread wide, as if to be a shield.]

I'll never turn down a duel, but- Wait, admirers? Wait, that's not important! I still don't understand why you're not Asuka, or.... For that matter, why are you a cat?! Is that- How does that work?! That's way beyond just a gimmick, so!
blue_ice: (asking questions)

[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-09 08:16 am (UTC)(link)
That ridiculous---rumor again? How little you know.

[ Kaiba's managed to force himself off the floor by now, hunched over in a dining booth.

Still, he glares daggers, though he lifts them when calling to Rei. ]


Told you. Alt timelines.
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 08:18 am (UTC)(link)
Are you telling me there's a timeline out there where we're all cat-people?!

[Pause.]

Is that where Professor Daitokuji came from?!
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 08:26 am (UTC)(link)
Mr. Cuckold McScalie over there is right. [Thank goodness that some of the residents of Isla Sonrisa taught her modern slang, otherwise she wouldn't be able to keep coming up with new material for making fun of Kaiba.] I'm from a slightly different timeline than yours, nya. As far as I can figure, the names and cultures from where I'm from are just slightly to the left of what you're used to.

...wait, if you're talking about Professor Banner, that actually makes- no, wait, that's not what we're discussing, nya. [Alexis shakes her head.] All of... this came from after I was kidnapped from home the first time. The trains is my second time around this particular block.

I'm still not sure if it was that bastard tanuki's fault or not, but it looks like I'm stuck with the catgirlism permnyantely anyways.

...and also saying nya permnyantely like an idiot, [she groans as the doors begin to unfreeze.]
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[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-09 08:40 am (UTC)(link)
I'm dating a human, actually.

[ Glare. Hiss. This is not the sick burn your cold-addled mind thinks it is, Kaiba. ]

And will someone please explain what I did? Did I sabotage you family's company, or something?
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[personal profile] tokenloveinterest 2020-10-09 08:43 am (UTC)(link)
I don't think the Tenjoin family has a company, or at least in my timeline. But you're Seto Kaiba! You're the one who made Duel Academy...

.... Er, wait a minute, I guess if you're not Asuka, then he might not be Seto Kaiba to you?
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[personal profile] luckydragonsfoot 2020-10-09 11:24 am (UTC)(link)
[Not so long ago, someone felt a blast of cold and had his vision filled with ice. Also he stopped walking and dropped his spindle so, thanks seer power.

In any case, sure enough, the kitchen carriage door is cold to the touch! So for a bit, Red Eyes is calmly blowing on the thing to warm it up.

Right about now, the ice on the duelist-side of the door will be melting into nice warm water...

At which point the door opens.
] Hohhh-! Got it..!

Aouurn!

[Red Eyes, as much as he is mostly head and neck poking out of shadow, is quick to go over to Kaiba. A blanket follows- tossed 'blindly' by Katsuya, and landing on the dragon like a strange attempt at a sheet ghost.] Yo, Kaiba..! Figured y' might be cold..! [Now, these two...] Got another blanket f'r you too!

[Tossing at Rei now...!]

...Not you though, y' seem like yer good.
Edited 2020-10-09 11:25 (UTC)
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[personal profile] blue_ice 2020-10-09 03:38 pm (UTC)(link)
What else would my name be? Seth Richman?

[ He's fine. Honestly. But there's a noticeable head-jerk at the sound of the door opening, and Kaiba doesn't seem surprised at all to see a looming Red Eyes head rush over to him...

Instead, he laughs at the silly sheet dragon through his sneezing. He pushes out of the booth to awkwardly swaddle himself in the blanket and curls around the dragon's neck. His warm breath washing over him is a welcome relief. ]


Good boy. Thanks, Jou. You and your sense of timing...

[ It's not a dig, shockingly. He's appreciative. ]
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[personal profile] winterforecast 2020-10-09 09:14 pm (UTC)(link)
...you and Joey, nya?

Can't say I expected that, honestly, but nya. Good on you.

And nya, you just founded the academy that put me through Hell for two years and ruined my life. Nyathing more than that~
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