Un: TerribleTinkerer
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etrayaI find myself surrounded by automatons- efficient, tireless, and entirely without taste buds.
Tragic, really. I briefly considered inventing some for them, but the idea of mechanical wine critics felt like the beginning of the end.
Still, their absence of taste has me thinking. We live in a place where every whim can be fulfilled, every desire neatly answered, and yet it all feels strangely hollow. It makes me wonder if pleasure only matters when it is imperfect.
As an adventurer, drinking always seemed part of the profession. You celebrate with a glass, mourn with a bottle, and pass the time between the two. It is not only about taste, but about presence, proof that you are still here and still capable of warmth.
I suppose that is why I keep wondering what it is that other people like about wine and spirits. The flavour, the warmth, the small act of refinement before it all falls apart? Or perhaps it is the comfort of something real in a world that feels increasingly mechanical.
As for myself, I have always liked the pause before the first sip. That quiet moment where everything is still possible, where the glass is complete and the world has not yet disappointed you. It is a lie, of course, but a pleasant one.
I am half tempted to ask Aurora to send a bottle from my Whitestone reserve, perhaps in the name of scientific inquiry. Or perhaps out of homesickness. The difference feels minimal tonight.
Indulge me. What is your poison, and do you drink it for taste, for comfort, or to feel human for a while?
Tragic, really. I briefly considered inventing some for them, but the idea of mechanical wine critics felt like the beginning of the end.
Still, their absence of taste has me thinking. We live in a place where every whim can be fulfilled, every desire neatly answered, and yet it all feels strangely hollow. It makes me wonder if pleasure only matters when it is imperfect.
As an adventurer, drinking always seemed part of the profession. You celebrate with a glass, mourn with a bottle, and pass the time between the two. It is not only about taste, but about presence, proof that you are still here and still capable of warmth.
I suppose that is why I keep wondering what it is that other people like about wine and spirits. The flavour, the warmth, the small act of refinement before it all falls apart? Or perhaps it is the comfort of something real in a world that feels increasingly mechanical.
As for myself, I have always liked the pause before the first sip. That quiet moment where everything is still possible, where the glass is complete and the world has not yet disappointed you. It is a lie, of course, but a pleasant one.
I am half tempted to ask Aurora to send a bottle from my Whitestone reserve, perhaps in the name of scientific inquiry. Or perhaps out of homesickness. The difference feels minimal tonight.
Indulge me. What is your poison, and do you drink it for taste, for comfort, or to feel human for a while?
catch-all october ++
Oct. 26th, 2025 08:09 pmversorecto posting in etrayalogsWHO: Verso + yooooou
WHEN: Whenever!
WHERE: Wherever!
WHAT: Catch-all: some general open stuff, mostly closed starters. Do hit me up if you'd like to plot something!
NOTES\WARNINGS: References to suicidal ideation, grief, derealization. Further warnings or significant uses of them past references will be warned for in subject headings.
( je reviendrai, tout recommencer )
WHEN: Whenever!
WHERE: Wherever!
WHAT: Catch-all: some general open stuff, mostly closed starters. Do hit me up if you'd like to plot something!
NOTES\WARNINGS: References to suicidal ideation, grief, derealization. Further warnings or significant uses of them past references will be warned for in subject headings.
( je reviendrai, tout recommencer )
I would always rather a human element remain--
Oct. 25th, 2025 09:46 pmornithologist posting in etrayalogsWHO: Harold Finch or Toph Beifong + you
WHEN: Between missions 11 and 12
WHERE: Various
WHAT: Individual closed log threads. Find my CR meme entry over here if you want to plot something!
NOTES\WARNINGS: None so far.
WHEN: Between missions 11 and 12
WHERE: Various
WHAT: Individual closed log threads. Find my CR meme entry over here if you want to plot something!
NOTES\WARNINGS: None so far.
UN: JUSTSOPHIE | TEXT
Oct. 25th, 2025 05:18 pmsophielicious posting in etrayatime for the bimonthly NYX report. introductions, i'm sophie cuckoo, your resident telepathic mutant barbie, hopefully it's nice to meet you. anyway, if you're new here, there's a gigantic building in charronway that i run for community strengthening purposes, called NYX. we have classes from swordfighting to demonic magic 101, and we serve homemade lunch and dinner made by our people.
so, as per usual, if there is a class you'd like to take or teach, please let me know and i'll see what i can do. second thing, we need more cooks, so if you want to help out, also just let me know.
place is also available for meetings, gatherings, parties if you're fun and know how to throw one, lectures, or whatever. i'm there during the afternoon, chrissy takes the morning shift, and always go through her first if you need me during that time.
as the end of it, as per usual, as a building exercise, let's do the usual. it goes over so well whenever i do it. tell me your problems, and i'll tell you how to fix them*.
*Neither NYX nor Sophie Cuckoo can be held liable or responsible if you listen to a random person on the internet and do it.
so, as per usual, if there is a class you'd like to take or teach, please let me know and i'll see what i can do. second thing, we need more cooks, so if you want to help out, also just let me know.
place is also available for meetings, gatherings, parties if you're fun and know how to throw one, lectures, or whatever. i'm there during the afternoon, chrissy takes the morning shift, and always go through her first if you need me during that time.
as the end of it, as per usual, as a building exercise, let's do the usual. it goes over so well whenever i do it. tell me your problems, and i'll tell you how to fix them*.
*Neither NYX nor Sophie Cuckoo can be held liable or responsible if you listen to a random person on the internet and do it.
[ Backdated ] Those Wacky Neighbors... [ Closed ]
Oct. 25th, 2025 12:09 pmhammerbearer posting in etrayalogsWHO: Vincent Valentine [ loveandsin ], Gaia [ hammerbearer ], Sephiroth the Younger [ miniroth ]
WHEN: Soon after Vinomorph defeat/ Early October
WHERE: Apartments
WHAT: Sir. SIR YOU CRAWL INTO THIS APARTMENT THIS INSTANT AND GET FUSSED OVER BY TEEN. (Aftercare for all your post-Vinomorph transition)
NOTES\WARNINGS: Talk of injuries, SINZ (self-blame), making an injured guy sleep on a couch maybe, also a WMD eating flaming hot fritos.
( Just when you think you've gotten clear of the people who care about you... )
loveandsin ], Gaia [ hammerbearer ], Sephiroth the Younger [ miniroth ]WHEN: Soon
WHERE: Apartments
WHAT: Sir. SIR YOU CRAWL INTO THIS APARTMENT THIS INSTANT AND GET FUSSED OVER BY TEEN. (Aftercare for all your post-Vinomorph transition)
NOTES\WARNINGS: Talk of injuries, SINZ (self-blame), making an injured guy sleep on a couch maybe, also a WMD eating flaming hot fritos.
( Just when you think you've gotten clear of the people who care about you... )
October Mingle
Oct. 24th, 2025 03:02 pmTags:
- !mingle log,
- devil may cry: nero,
- devil may cry: vergil,
- final fantasy ix: vivi ornitier,
- final fantasy vii-r: vincent valentine,
- final fantasy x-2: paine,
- final fantasy xv: noctis lucis caelum,
- final fantasy xv: prompto argentum,
- final fantasy xvi: dion lesage,
- ice age: manny,
- original: knife,
- percy jackson universe: nico di angelo,
- person of interest: john reese,
- superman (2025): clark kent / superman,
- to be hero x: yang cheng (e-soul)
un: dailyplanet | video
Oct. 24th, 2025 11:33 amnewsbeat posting in etraya[The focus of the video feed, when it begins, is...a very big dog's nose. Okay, it's not that big, it's just close to the camera, only pulling back for a more to-scale look at the dog attached to it when Superman's slightly exasperated voice speaks up.]
Don't sniff the camera! Krypto! Sit!
[ The camera follows the white, scruffy dog in a cape as he pulls back and turns to look toward the off-camera voice. The dog darts to the side, the camera following, just to see him lunging open mouth with his tail wagging at an ankle, intent on nipping, taking hold, and then tugging, all while evidently in play mode. ]
Krypto! C'mon, boy! I got something for ya!
[ And that would be one particular Superboy! shaking a bag of dog treats for the pup to come and have as a means to give his dad a bit of a break. Even so, he's definitely laughing a little at the sight.
When Superman (dressed in full uniform, including a very similar/much larger red cape) comes into view, he looks...somewhat less thrilled about the dog, even if he's still smiling.]
Hi. So...we have a dog now. This is Krypto. He's got a few behavioral challenges we're working on. I wanted to let people here know so that in case he chews up anything that belongs to you or is otherwise a bother, you should let us know and we'll take care of it.
[In the background, Superboy is getting knocked over (and then getting slobbered on) by Krypto, who seems pretty strong for a dog, wow. Superman smiles a very tight smile, looking directly into the camera with a sort of weird intensity for what amounts to an FYI.]
Just thought people should be aware.
[There's a quiet off-camera chuckle from Lois Lane, who is indeed the cinematographer for this little dog PSA.]
( ACTION OPTIONS )
Don't sniff the camera! Krypto! Sit!
[ The camera follows the white, scruffy dog in a cape as he pulls back and turns to look toward the off-camera voice. The dog darts to the side, the camera following, just to see him lunging open mouth with his tail wagging at an ankle, intent on nipping, taking hold, and then tugging, all while evidently in play mode. ]
Krypto! C'mon, boy! I got something for ya!
[ And that would be one particular Superboy! shaking a bag of dog treats for the pup to come and have as a means to give his dad a bit of a break. Even so, he's definitely laughing a little at the sight.
When Superman (dressed in full uniform, including a very similar/much larger red cape) comes into view, he looks...somewhat less thrilled about the dog, even if he's still smiling.]
Hi. So...we have a dog now. This is Krypto. He's got a few behavioral challenges we're working on. I wanted to let people here know so that in case he chews up anything that belongs to you or is otherwise a bother, you should let us know and we'll take care of it.
[In the background, Superboy is getting knocked over (and then getting slobbered on) by Krypto, who seems pretty strong for a dog, wow. Superman smiles a very tight smile, looking directly into the camera with a sort of weird intensity for what amounts to an FYI.]
Just thought people should be aware.
[There's a quiet off-camera chuckle from Lois Lane, who is indeed the cinematographer for this little dog PSA.]
( ACTION OPTIONS )
un: Mistress_Vex 🏹text
Oct. 24th, 2025 10:42 amusedhuntersmark posting in etrayaHello, fellow people of Etraya. For those that don't know me, my name is Lady Vex'ahlia de Rolo. I'm sure that some of you have spoken with my brother, Vax'ildan, who has been here for a while. I apologize for not introducing myself earlier to you all, but he's the nicer twin.
That aside, I do know that there was a message by some doctor lately about therapy, but I don't know that that will work for everyone. I do have another idea and I've spoken to another doctor — Doctor Romano, I believe — about something a friend from home called a support group.
If you're interested in talking to others who have gone through a rather great deal back home as people who have been forced to save your world, I believe that speaking with like minded people might do us all a world of good for our mental health. I don't have any sort of medical training, but I have fought literal dragons and a lich attempting to become a god. And a vampire.
I believe meeting once a week might be a good idea, but I've no clue what sort of place would be good to use. Is there some sort of central area that we all can reach fairly easily?
Also, if someone who is an actual medical profession with training would like to conduct this, please contact me privately.
That aside, I do know that there was a message by some doctor lately about therapy, but I don't know that that will work for everyone. I do have another idea and I've spoken to another doctor — Doctor Romano, I believe — about something a friend from home called a support group.
If you're interested in talking to others who have gone through a rather great deal back home as people who have been forced to save your world, I believe that speaking with like minded people might do us all a world of good for our mental health. I don't have any sort of medical training, but I have fought literal dragons and a lich attempting to become a god. And a vampire.
I believe meeting once a week might be a good idea, but I've no clue what sort of place would be good to use. Is there some sort of central area that we all can reach fairly easily?
Also, if someone who is an actual medical profession with training would like to conduct this, please contact me privately.
un: 1234567 | text
Oct. 23rd, 2025 11:24 pmtaxevasion posting in etrayaSo is this like Reddit, or more like Facebook? Can I change my username? Kind of weird it didn’t ask me to set up a password. What if someone steals someone else’s earpieces? Would they be able to post with their account? What if I want to make a second account for… you know. Sideblog reasons?
catch-all for Oct/Nov!
Oct. 23rd, 2025 09:30 pmhexcope posting in etrayalogsWHO: Jayce Talis & open/closed prompts
WHEN: After Mission 11 but before Mission 12
WHERE: VARIOUS LOCATIONS
WHAT: potentially a bunch of stuff, will separate by location.
NOTES\WARNINGS: Alcohol use, will add more warnings for later.
WHEN: After Mission 11 but before Mission 12
WHERE: VARIOUS LOCATIONS
WHAT: potentially a bunch of stuff, will separate by location.
NOTES\WARNINGS: Alcohol use, will add more warnings for later.
catch-all | take these sacrificial remnants—untended
Oct. 23rd, 2025 06:39 pmthisisontherecord posting in etrayalogsWHO: Lois Lane & [ you ]
WHEN: October - November, pre mission
WHERE: Throughout Etraya
WHAT: Hit me up to plot or toss in your own wildcard!
NOTES\WARNINGS: None to start, check individual threads going forward.
( bashed to dust )
WHEN: October - November, pre mission
WHERE: Throughout Etraya
WHAT: Hit me up to plot or toss in your own wildcard!
NOTES\WARNINGS: None to start, check individual threads going forward.
( bashed to dust )
Catch-all log for Vax (closed and open prompts)
Oct. 23rd, 2025 10:05 amtwin_blade posting in etrayalogsWHO: Vax'ildan Vessar twin_blade, Sciel cache_coeur, Gustave demainvient, Percival De Rolo III badnewsandshitlist, OTA
WHEN: Post-Chirper, various dates in October
WHERE: Around Etraya
WHAT: Dates? Dancing. Drinking. Etc.
NOTES\WARNINGS: Drinking. Will note in the threads
( I'm sending a raven )
twin_blade, Sciel cache_coeur, Gustave demainvient, Percival De Rolo III badnewsandshitlist, OTAWHEN: Post-Chirper, various dates in October
WHERE: Around Etraya
WHAT: Dates? Dancing. Drinking. Etc.
NOTES\WARNINGS: Drinking. Will note in the threads
( I'm sending a raven )
un:antigoneiguess | audio
Oct. 16th, 2025 11:44 amrudelanguage posting in etrayaS...that's fine, yeah. This'll...this'll be great. [beat.
oh.
oh fuck we're on! Antigonevoice GO]
Oh! Uh! Hhhhey! Heyyy, so uh. Did anyone get offered to, uh...buy a guy? During the fog stuff?
Quick yes or no works.
[...]
That's all.
oh.
oh fuck we're on! Antigonevoice GO]
Oh! Uh! Hhhhey! Heyyy, so uh. Did anyone get offered to, uh...buy a guy? During the fog stuff?
Quick yes or no works.
[...]
That's all.
un: ulysses | video
Oct. 14th, 2025 11:16 pmrestingstitchface posting in etraya[On the latest feed: a man with combed hair, a clean face, a mismatched suit and a pair of rimless glasses. Video is streaming from an office where one might spot a painting of an anguished man. He closes his eyes and fixes his lenses on his nose, looking away while leaning forward. His preference is for messaging, but today he is showing his face. He inhales in a calm and controlled manner. Facial cues encourage trust. He prefers to remain unobserved, but this should encourage a positive impression.
Unless you’re Batman, apparently.]
Well, that was a terrible couple of weeks.
In any case, my apologies for the intrusion. I was managing the aftermath and hesitant to reach out until today. I have nothing further to add except that I understand you might feel nervous. But if you resist those feelings, you will have to face them again, and when they catch you…
[He swallows his sentence and focuses on his reason for posting, grounding himself in the present moment by inhaling.]
Back home I treat people for support with their mental health. I had excellent resources there but here I can offer nothing but a listening ear. Perhaps you would like to take me up on that? It’s not like you need insurance and sometimes it’s good to talk.
Feel free to contact me. I'm here to help.
Unless you’re Batman, apparently.]
Well, that was a terrible couple of weeks.
In any case, my apologies for the intrusion. I was managing the aftermath and hesitant to reach out until today. I have nothing further to add except that I understand you might feel nervous. But if you resist those feelings, you will have to face them again, and when they catch you…
[He swallows his sentence and focuses on his reason for posting, grounding himself in the present moment by inhaling.]
Back home I treat people for support with their mental health. I had excellent resources there but here I can offer nothing but a listening ear. Perhaps you would like to take me up on that? It’s not like you need insurance and sometimes it’s good to talk.
Feel free to contact me. I'm here to help.
vacillating [OPEN]
Oct. 14th, 2025 11:25 amrudelanguage posting in etrayalogsWHO: Knife (as Antigone/Pending), ota
WHEN: Mid-late Oct
WHERE: Assorted, tagged in prompts
WHAT: the up- and downswings of being overly exposed against one's will while stuck in a bubble zoo
NOTES\WARNINGS: mentions of dissociation & depersonalization, violent/suicidal thoughts, violence (attempted or otherwise), rampant swears/coarse language
( drinky bird filled with vodka aesthetic )
WHEN: Mid-late Oct
WHERE: Assorted, tagged in prompts
WHAT: the up- and downswings of being overly exposed against one's will while stuck in a bubble zoo
NOTES\WARNINGS: mentions of dissociation & depersonalization, violent/suicidal thoughts, violence (attempted or otherwise), rampant swears/coarse language
( drinky bird filled with vodka aesthetic )