Zhongli Ideal World: Session 3

[idolpro]

"In his long life, he has met countless people, and shall meet countless more still.

As they say: the waters change course, but the mountains move not."

--The Raiden Shogun

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Re: Wanmin Restaraunt

[heavyliesthecrown]

I wonder why that is? Is there anything I should prepare for it in advance? Anything important you think I ought to know?

Re: Wanmin Restaraunt

[leaveofabsence]

If you go to the Pavilion, you may give an offering to the Geo Archon. They are very benevolent and kind, so they would appreciate anything.

Though - I do recommend the Jade Mystery - if you're looking to pick up something special.

Re: Wanmin Restaraunt

[heavyliesthecrown]

I shall look into that then.

I do not have much time at the moment, so if you could excuse me...? Perhaps I ought to get a head start. I think I shall visit the Jade Mystery.

Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[leaveofabsence]

Care to try your luck? Roll 1d6 and see what you get. You may only roll for this gacha once.

There is a figure (Tsukasa) who seems to be paralyzed with indecision about whether or not they should partake.

Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[leaveofabsence]

The edges of the world fade around you as you suddenly come face to face with yourself. The sound of the other Travelers and Liyue harbor become indistinct. Your doppleganger bows in a standard Liyue greeting, posture too perfect and movements too precise, making it seem uncanny for a moment.

[ "Greetings, twin from across the stars. I don't suppose you could--- ah, wait. I'm supposed to be assisting you. This way if you please." ]

A gaming menu also flickers to life in front of your eyes:

Please choose one upgrade:

• Details: You may ask your doppleganger questions until you get one answer that will assist you in repairing Zhongli's erosion.
  
• Ascend: You may add +1 to any stat (following the rule that it does not exceed +2).
  
• Refine: You will be healed to full health or can choose to be revived to 1 HP should you fall to 0 health.

[[ Disclaimer: You may get an upgrade from your doppleganger only once. Should the area your doppleganger exists in be cleansed of erosion, you will still be able to interact with them. ]]

Re: Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[heavyliesthecrown]

I...

[ Okay, so maybe he doesn't need to challenge his doppelganger to a duel of who is the better Tsukasa. He isn't sure what is the most useful, but considering he might need to fight, as much as he is loath to do it, becoming a little stronger might just benefit him some. So he will take the ascension. ]

Thank you.

Re: Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[leaveofabsence]

[ The doppleganger smiles at him. ]

"May it serve you well.

But ah--- I see you also were tempted by the gacha.

We really should know better..."

Re: Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[heavyliesthecrown]

You see... I have abysmal luck at such things. Neither am I accustomed to wandering around an area such as this. I cannot believe that I failed so miserably. My ancestors must surely be crying as we speak.

[ It's very sad. ]

Perhaps you have some advice for me and my future travels? I am not sure if you are aware of my intent here. But I seem to be having a difficult time so far.

Re: Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[leaveofabsence]

Yes, I shall give you a clue, though I believe Caeli has already figured it out.

You need to remove everything that should not exist in Liyue.

Re: Doppleganger: Tsukasa

[heavyliesthecrown]

. . . Does that include people who possess those strange marks? Literally...remove them?

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ . . . !!

WHAT IS THIS. A false him? Approaching immediately!!

.................. Also he only rolled a one for this gacha :( ]

Excuse me...?

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[leaveofabsence]

[ I will leave talking to your double on the other thread.

As for your gacha roll.

You've been swindled out of everything save for the clothes on your back. Lose 1 point in a stat of your choice, following the rule that you cannot go below -2. ]

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ Can't believe this has happened to him. What the heckies. ]

. . . I think I will not try my luck at something like this again.

[ He didn't like this market anyway! Going to go to a place that could never do him wrong. The bookhouse.]

Liyue Market: Wanwen Bookhouse

[leaveofabsence]

The books and scrolls here are bountiful, but attempting to read any will be quite difficult unless you are fluent in Liyuen. Except for a book bound in green and gold called "Yakshas: The Guardian Adepti" and a rolled up scroll labeled "The Unforged." It seems they have been conveniently laid out on the table for your viewing pleasure.

A small female (Felicity) riding a large robo sheep is currently standing on her tiptoes to reach a scroll on the top shelf.

Re: Liyue Market: Wanwen Bookhouse

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ He blinks rapidly. She is very out of place here. ]

. . . Can I help you reach?

[ He's 5'6. Not sure how high the shelf is but he is going to attempt to help. ]

Re: Liyue Market: Wanwen Bookhouse

[leaveofabsence]

"Oh yes, please! That would be very kind of you."

[ Let's do a SPD/DEX roll for this ]

Re: Liyue Market: Wanwen Bookhouse

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ . . . I am so sorry, Felicity. That's a 3. ]

. . . Perhaps... if I heft you up?

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[childeishly]

[ 5! GIMME GIMME GIMME. ]

[ strolls up looking for something in particular. ]

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ On his way back toward the restaurant when- ]

. . . Caeli-san?

[ OH NO! ]

Wait! That place will play you for a fool, do not be tempted by it's sinful draw!

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[childeishly]

-eh? [ childe turns, GOODS IN HAND, and offers a smile. ] I don't know what you mean. [ WINNING. ] I wanted to get something nice for Zhongli Xiansheng before heading to the Rite.

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ He... has nothing in hand. ]

I am afraid that I do not have anything to offer.

[ Well... he has a book and scroll. But he isn't sure that is really good offering material. ]

I lost everything I had when I was here earlier.

Are you doing alright...?

[ Is that... blood? ]

We... should move with haste. I am afraid I haven't been very useful in helping Zhongli. I have only learned a little of the community and world at large.

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[childeishly]

Here. [ offers him the... offering. ] It's not what I had been looking for. [ and zhongli isn't the 'geo archon' in this case, so he's not offering anybody anything. ] I was hoping to find a ring... [ a bit of a laugh. ] But maybe next time. [ or, like, he can go to the jeweler. ] I wish I would have found you when you first tried. It's not a fair game, but I'm used to having the odds stacked against me.

Me? ah, I'm alright. Just got into a few fights...

I don't think you'll be able to learn everything there is to know about Teyvat, but your vision should help you help Zhongli Xiansheng. c'Mon, let's head to the final spot together.

Re: Liyue Market: The Jade Mystery (Tsukasa reply to the next comment not this one)

[heavyliesthecrown]

Perhaps I should have known better. I am unaccustomed to wandering a city like this.

[ Thanks for nothing Ivan. You should have warned him, gosh. ]

But thank you. Are you sure--

[ It seems to be a lily of sorts. He receives it gratefully. ]

I really did nothing to earn this.

[leaveofabsence]

You receive a beautiful relic of Liyue that can serve as an offering to the Geo Archon.

A dragon plush of the Prime of the Adepti.

I cannot believe you got that one in particular.

[childeishly]

Best day ever.