Let's expand the boundaries of our conjectures. [OPEN]

[conjecture_this]

WHO: Nagi and whoever feels like sharing!
WHERE: Through your phone, through the internet, through Coba's craigslist, through bulletin board posts or just notes on the ground... wherever your character would come across a text/written post.
TIME: Day 4, morning.
DESCRIPTION:

[Sometime during the early hours of the morning, a bit of text pops up. How one sees it varies according to how they typically get texts but regardless the message is the same.]

I trust this message is not ill-timed. I am Nagi, lately arrived to this place as many of you are as well. I would ask for the assistance of those reading this then.

In order to form a more complete picture of this dimension, I would like to engage in the process of gathering information. Many new buildings have sprung up with our arrival and those that have seem to be influenced on the preferences and tastes of those here. Those who have experienced such, what buildings arrived from your own dimensions? Have you likewise experienced locations changing around you?

I would like to ask about time periods as well. It has become evident that there are those of you from times much more advanced than my own. If I may then, I would like to ask what year it is for you. For myself it is Taisho 20 or 1931.

If there is other information you wish to share or things you would like to ask others, I encourage such as well. Together we may be able to learn more about the exacts of this dimension.

Thank you.

Comments

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What do they usually think of you then?

[Because she sure saw no reason to think of him as anything other than mature. Sure he looked a little mischievous and if Pixie wasn't busy peering over some books herself, she might have noted it loudly enough. He's treating Nagi nicely enough though so...]

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[His expression becomes more introspective, although there's still a lighthearted, casual air about him. What other people initially thought of him... Well, he had a basic idea of what people thought of him, and he definitely knows how he presented himself to others to make them think a certain way of him, but overall? It takes him a few seconds to be able to reduce it down to something simple.]

Hmmm, I'd say people usually think of me at first as a weird guy with a good sense of humor.

[He pauses, actually a bit embarrassed despite the odd twinge of pride he feels. He's remembering a few people who shouted the next thing at him when he was being particularly trollish.]

I've been called an idiot a couple of times, too.

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[After a momentary blink of surprise, Nagi can't help but laugh just a little as she settles the book she had been holding back on the book shelf before her.]

It would never enter into the basis of my conjecture for you to use such a word.

[Then again Nagi probably doesn't seem like the type to call much of anyone an idiot.]

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[Nagi doesn't seem like that type of person at all, but Hibiki's friends with people who throw around the word all the time. Sometimes as a term of affection.]

In their defense, I do act like an idiot all the time.

[Hibiki's tone of voice isn't self deprecating at all; for him, that statement is just the truth. He acts like an idiot because that's how he wants people to see him. Nagi, however, has primarily seen a side of him that isn't Hibiki Kuze: Troll. It's...sweet how highly she seems to think of him. In fact, it's enough to get him a bit embarrassed, although he's doing his damnedest to not show it.]

Anyway, thanks, Nagi. It's nice to hear that.

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[At that Nagi gives a warm smile, nodding.]

It's alright. I only try to speak the truth when I am capable of such.

[That said and after a second or so of contemplation, Nagi adds a little gently, as if suggesting something like this might seem odd.]

I should wish in time then that I may view you as your friends do.

[... Like an idiot or... ?]

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[...well, it wouldn't be too hard for him to act in a way that causes her to view him as an idiot, but would that really be a good idea? On the other hand, Nagi does know now that Hibiki's got another side to him, so he'll loosen up and be more free with his words around her, too.]

I'm sure that won't take long at all. After all, we're already getting started on the road to friendship!

[He pauses for a moment. His next words are said with a hint of embarrassment and shame.]

I gotta admit—I was more reserved with you on purpose. You seemed really serious at first, and then when I found out you weren't from my time, I thought it'd be mean to hit you with everything I've got when you were already overwhelmed. That wasn't really fair to you, huh? From what I've seen, you're a strong person!

[He leans forward towards her, suddenly INTENSE.]

All right! From now on, you're getting the Full Hibiki Kuze Experience! GET! PUMPED!

[If this was a library, they would have been kicked out by now. As it stands, they still might get kicked out if he doesn't tone it down a little...]

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[Nagi would rebuke the point of strength if he wasn't suddenly INTENSE and right there as he leans forward. She leans back a bit in accordance, wide-eyed at him.]

Ah... I.

[Clearly the appropriate thing is to bow quickly.]

I look forward to it!

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[Hibiki leans back as Nagi bows, not wanting to have their heads collide and the two of them end up on the floor. It'd make for a funny story some time down the line, sure, but not getting injured would be even better.

Still, he can't help but to smile at how earnest Nagi is. Guess that must be a product of her time period, although he wonders if all girls from her time were as easy to fluster as she is.]

Good! I hope your mind and body are prepared!

[And then he quiets down, giving her a friendly smile.]

But you don't have to take it too seriously, either. Friends are relaxed around each other! Don't be afraid to call me out on stuff or voice your opinion around me, okay?

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Don't worry. In theory I'm very good at critiquing others.

[She spent most of the time after meeting Raidou-senpai critiquing him after all. Well, before she got over being more than a little displeased at him.

About this time is when Pixie finally shows up, shooting over like a glittering rocket because Nagi is flustered, Hibiki is smiling and she's missing something really juicy here apparently.]

Hey! Don't you dare get cozy without me here!

[She flits circles around Hibiki, darting around his head here and there.]

Just what do you think you're doing, huh? I turn my back for a moment and you start teasing her. That's it, right?!

[Oooooor.]

Or is it something else? Nagi, you're shameless!

Eh?

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[True to his word, Nagi is going to get Full Hibiki Kuze Experience. He takes on something that could only really be called a shit-eating grin, although that might not be the exact words Nagi would use. He can't see her swearing, really.]

Aw~, but I can't help but to tease and flirt with a pretty girl! Especially one as irresistible as the one standing in front of me.

[He leans forwards just a little bit, not enough to get in Nagi or Pixie's space, but enough to demonstrate that he's interested.]

I think I've fallen for you...

[Hibiki pauses dramatically.]

...Pixie.

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[It's a very mischevious grin alright but Nagi doesn't think too much of it at first. When he starts in on 'pretty girls', both Nagi and the Pixie manage to blush. It only deepens as he leans in and then...

Both of them seem a bit gobsmacked to say the least. Eventually Nagi turns a wide-eyed look over at her Pixie. Her Pixie herself has her hands pressed to her cheeks, thoroughly surprised. Then she starts giggling before flying close enough to thwap the boy over the head a few times with a very tiny hand.]

Kyaaaaah, you're too much, Hibiki! You're going to break every girls' heart around here! You're such a cad!!

[...]

She looks like she's having fun though...

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[Hibiki manages to muffle a laugh to their reactions just in time to get hit on the head a few times. It's a good thing that Pixies don't trend towards high strength stats. It doesn't hurt, but he still tries to step away from Pixie's fists.]

A-ah, hey, I can't help it! You've struck my heart and my head! This pain... It must be the pain of longing!

[To Nagi, he gives a her a quick smile.] Heh. It's good to have some fun once in a while, demon or human!

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That's true. This town seems apt at providing such entertainment as well.

[The Pixie has finally stopped pummeling the poor guy and nods vigorously.]

There was a parade and then a house party and even fireworks too!

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Oooo, yeah! I saw those! Coba's got a pretty exciting event calendar. I'm glad I picked this city for a vacation spot!

[...Never mind that Hibiki didn't mean to come to Coba until a few months from now.]

Speaking of vacations, mind if I ask you two how long you're planning to stay? Are you on vacation too, or are you planning to hang around here long term?

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[At that Nagi looks somewhat uncertain.]

I am unsure at present. In theory I have a duty to where I live. However I feel there are certain aspects of this city that need further investigation as well as further monitoring.

[Like the appearance of a Nameless Shrine, for one.]

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[Hibiki considers this for a moment.]

Yeah, and if time stops for everyone's world outside Coba, then there really isn't a big penalty for staying and checking things out, right?

Hmmm, well, if you are going to be staying here for a while—whether all at once or coming and going—we should get you a cell phone! If you're interested.

[This is really just an excuse to teach her about emoji and emoticons more in depth.]

tmw i'm left with few suitable icons for a bit. forgive me here, haha.

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Can you purchase those here?

[She had seen others with them of course but hadn't really looked for a shop here. She wouldn't know the first thing about buying them.]

OH MY MISS NAGI

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I'm sure you could. There's lots of shops in Coba, after all! We could get you something simple to start with. There's probably a voucher for that or something, too.

And, uh, it can be used for contacting you only while you're in Coba. Probably not a good idea to take it back with you—who knows what could happen!

[He does not want to be responsible for a time paradox.]

(*ꈍ꒳ꈍ*)

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... I suppose it would be a good idea.

[Honestly she looks a little excited by the prospect. Sure there's a steep learning curve but Nagi's never been one to shun learning. And...]

Will you teach me the faces as well?

[She assumes they're faces, that is. Rise's messages had been littered with them as had other people's.]

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Of course! Using emoticon well is a sign of mastery over modern day composition styles!

[...He's a little bit sorry. Just a tiny bit. But emoticons were important! And fun! And cute!

And Hibiki's going to have way too much fun teaching her how to text. He looks positively ecstatic now, smiling widely with a look of anticipation in his eyes.]

There's a lot of options for phones and plans, but we can start with something simple. How about this: I'll go look around and see if there are any good discounts and stuff on phones around here, and once I do, I can send you a message.

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... If you don't mind.

[She's a bit sheepish about agreeing honestly. It's an exciting prospect but she hasn't the least idea what shopping for a phone entails. And Hibiki seems far more knowledgeable, if even gleeful over the chance.]

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Not at all! [THIS IS GONNA BE SO MUCH FUN]

All right! I'll start looking around today! It'll take me a while to figure out what's best, but once I get an idea, we can go shopping and get you a phone of your choice!

[If he were the type, he would totally be bouncing up and down where he stood.]

This is gonna be fun! AWWWW YEAH!

[...seriously gonna get kicked out of the store soon.]