TESTDRIVE #1

[cobamods]

There's a number of ways it could happen, but regardless you find yourself standing on the outskirts of a city. A beautiful city, as familiar to you as any from your world, with all manner of buildings within sight. A sign on the side of the road greets you, saying WELCOME TO COBA You're already part of the family! It's practically inviting you to step into the city limits. Why don't you? As soon as you do, you'll find a pamphlet in your hand, almost eager to tell you all about what this mysterious Coba has to offer. And eager seems to be the impression you get about almost everything - the sun seems to brighten, the flowers seem to perk up - it's almost as if everything about Coba is welcoming you as an honored guest. And you are. Though hopefully, only temporarily. Coba would love nothing more for you to become an honored member of her precious community. Welcome to Coba, visitor, and we hope you enjoy your stay! PREMISE | RULES | FAQ & QUESTIONS | RESERVES | APPLICATIONS Please read the FAQ before commenting! ♥ Welcome to the City of Coba Testdrive! Your character has found themselves in Coba, and are welcome to do any of the following: ● As you enter the city, you hear some bustle about a homecoming party! Following the signs will find yourself at a plaza with food, drink and live music, of all sorts and types. Why don't you stay awhile and indulge? ● Or, if you're not the party type, maybe you'd like to check out the city's cultural center! There's art, books, and other things to keep your mind occupied. And, maybe you'll meet other like-minded people there. ● Not in the mood for any of the above? There's always the beach! It's a lovely day, the waves are beautiful and the stores along the boardwalk all have signs up that read "TAKE WHAT YOU NEED". Maybe you need a surf board. ● Or maybe you have something else you want to do? Go for it! You're more than welcome to come up with your own prompts. In addition to the above, we would love to encourage anyone taking part in the testdrive to world build with us! Whether it be a street name or an entire neighborhood, whatever you come up with will become part of the game's canon. All we ask is that you pop over here to link us so we can see what you've done! Finally, ENJOY YOURSELVES. Seriously, this is meant to be a laid back, enjoyable game. We welcome any questions, critiques, and ideas, so always feel welcome to approach us about any and everything. We hope you decide to stay here in Coba!

Comments

[adversavvy]

Well met, that's interesting. Same to you -- or, as I usually say, nice to meet you. It sounds like you have a lot of good stories to tell.

[ The grin, an open expression. It's mostly honest, too, learning about people is always fascinating. ] I promise I won't just dig around though. I believe fully in tit for tat when it comes to sharing.

[wethrinaer]

Interesting? It's a fairly common greeting, at least where I'm from. But you'd be right - I've nothing but stories to share, if one is interested in hearing them.

[ah, young ones. Maias was never sure how to take them, though then again, he couldn't be sure if this one was considered one or not. They didn't seem that way, but you never knew when it came to meeting other travelers. If . . . these people could even be considered that]

Now that's interesting, because I feel the same way about it. It's only fair, isn't it?

[adversavvy]

Maybe people are more rude, where I'm from. They're not so interesting in pleasantries, usually.

[ Not an entire falsehood, but it could be that where Emlyn frequented there were simply fewer reasons to be polite. They were, after all, less than kind in their line of work. But here, in the celebration and the crossing of different crowds? Well, it was all about being social. ]

And you know anyone who doesn't agree is simply trying to gain the upper hand. Not that you can guarantee people who are willing to share aren't.

[ Naturally, all people looked out for themselves. That's what made it worth talking to them! ]

[wethrinaer]

Oh no, don't misunderstand - there's a fair share of rude people where I'm from as well. Quite rude, sometimes.

[their little corner was a strategic choice; the drinks are nearby, and Maias heads over to top his off, still close enough to chat with his new friend]

It could go either way, it's true. But then, if you aren't willing to share even a little, you'll get absolutely nowhere in conversation, yes? [he makes a gesture to the table] Would you like one?

[adversavvy]

[ A quirk of the head. A drink, hm? Emlyn wasn't opposed to drinking but it wasn't a favorite either. Some people found it more comforting when their companions drank as well though and they would hate to seem standoffish. ]

If you're offering, who am I to turn you down?

[ Friendly enough, that. ] You might be surprised, I knew a guy who never spoke even once and he always seemed to . . . well. Get somewhere. [ It sounds a bit like a lead-in to a very nasty joke, but that's all right. ]

[wethrinaer]

[with a grin, Maias puts his glass down to pour Emlyn some of what he was having - ale, certainly not the good quality he'd go out of his way to get, but not cheap, tavern swill either. He holds out the glass once he's finished]

Those sorts have a way about them, though. And they share things in other, very different ways.

[adversavvy]

[ They accept the glass, stare into it a bit and then take a small drink. Well, could be worse, could be better. ]

Know someone like that, then? Oh, world-weary traveler, perhaps.

[wethrinaer]

I've met a few here and there. Although I prefer the more talkative sorts myself, being the type.

[adversavvy]

And yet you've said so much without saying much at all.

[wethrinaer]

Have I? [he sounds amused] Do tell.