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[valentineluke]

Those with the ability to fly, I can't help but feel the gift is wasted on some of you.


(While the wings were nice, next time I'll pass on that particular form. All it wanted to eat - gorge on - was cupcakes. Even went so far as to set-up Oh Aces with a gourmet baker that specializes in them.

The damnable nausea risers have proven to be popular and very profitable. I'm not canceling the order anytime soon.)

Comments

[sympathyforme]

That was the good part about the curse where dreams came true.

By the way, the new cupcakes are great. Girls like them.

[valentineluke]

Could have done without the aftereffect. Thank god it's just the one sugary item I have to contend with. Otherwise; wouldn't have been able to set foot in Carnivore.

The young ladies in turn attract more male clientele, who in turn increase their spending on drinks and food. Personal discomfort and Tums are a small price to pay for rise in profits.

[sympathyforme]

Also makes it easy to get dates. Definite rise in profit.

Though I'd imagine having wings without being a pony is more enjoyable.

[valentineluke]

After Dante's Inferno reenactment, feels as though I harbor the innate ability to conjure them. Unfortunately, am unable to tap into it.

[sympathyforme]

I wish I could conjure up wings at will, but I guess I'll stay restricted with the rest of humanity.

[valentineluke]

It maybe granted, someday. Almost anything is possible in this world.

[virginwings]

[PINGED!]

What would make you say that?

[valentineluke]

Rarely see the angels flying.

[virginwings]

Angels?

[valentineluke]

Yes, there is a small 'flock' here.

[virginwings]

... If what you say is true, then it's pretty weird. I've never seen them flying around at all. Maybe they have a reason not to?

[valentineluke]

Fear of heights?

[virginwings]

No. Fear of demons.

[nanomitesss]

Gifts are often wasted on those who fail to truly... appreciate them.

[valentineluke]

Agreed.

(Private)

Not the first nor the last newcomer to be mocked upon arrival.

private;

[nanomitesss]

It's something I've come to expect from a certain type of person. They fear what's different.

Re: private;

[valentineluke]

Or fail to see danger.

Re: private;

[nanomitesss]

Danger? [He sounds entirely too amused to be playing innocent.]

Re: private;

[valentineluke]

Do strike a foreboding appearance.

Re: private;

[nanomitesss]

My appearance is entirely practical, I assure you. It's no more deliberate than a snake's fearsome appearance.

Re: private;

[valentineluke]

I don't doubt it. You do resemble, to some extent, an Apocalyp - Underground term for those who are humanoid descendents/survivors of ravaged homeworlds.

private;

[nanomitesss]

Apocalyp? Well, that's... fitting.

Are there many here?

Re: private;

[valentineluke]

Underground, yes. Highly unlikely you'll be greeted with jeers below.

private;

[nanomitesss]

Interesting. And what else is below?

Re: private;

[valentineluke]

Best see for yourself. Just look for a Subway entrance, they all lead down.

[indecent_butterfly]

Enjoy your time with hooves and wings?

[valentineluke]

Wings, yes. The rest I could have done without.

[indecent_butterfly]

They do have their uses. At times. And One does see how the rest could have been...uncomfortable.

[valentineluke]

No idea how I would have brushed the mane out on my own. The tail at least was reachable.

[indecent_butterfly]

Perhaps it would have been of benefit to have asked someone else to do so for you?

[valentineluke]

Stable of servants or trained Yahoos.

[indecent_butterfly]

One tends to do for Oneself, but minions are always acceptable for the right purposes. It might be good to have one prepared for the next unfortunate time.

[valentineluke]

Maybe easier to simply avoid being affected next time.

[indecent_butterfly]

An even better plan if it is truly possible to do so.

(Private)

[valentineluke]

Few curses reach to the Underground.

(Private)

[indecent_butterfly]

One's most gracious thanks for such useful information.

Re: (Private)

[valentineluke]

Just retreat there well before midnight. Best to go deep, or at least beyond the First Level. Single curse in effect; you can, usually, return topside and not be affected.

(Private)

[indecent_butterfly]

Single? When everyone was under the same effects, unlike when everyone and everything was off?

One does suppose watching the communications offers enough of an idea which is occurring at any time.

Re: (Private)

[valentineluke]

Yes. Avoid surfacing when a curse plague is in effect; there's simply no way of dodging that many and you have no control over of what will hit.

Again yes. If it looks like something you'd enjoy watching and or partaking in, can surface up and do whatever all the while being completely unaffected.

Want to go further? Choose to be cursed. Do it a couple hours after the curse has struck, and you have some control over your affected self. For example: City's been turned into ancient Greek centaur settlement. While your outward appearance will immediately, upon surfacing, change to fit-in, your mind is left untouched.

Of course, there is some risk. I was fine for the first day of the pony curse. But the second day interfered with control and the pony took over a bit. If the whole transformation had occurred within twenty-four hours, I would have been fully myself mentally the entire two days.

(Private)

[indecent_butterfly]

Given One's personal experience the one time...well, One is not so sure choosing to be cursed is a good thing. One found it more entertaining to watch the cursed deal with their situation instead. But it is good to keep in mind.

Re: (Private)

[valentineluke]

I rely partly on gut instinct in making the decision. When I feel an urge to be cursed, there's a good reason for it - something I, sometimes subconsciously, want/desire/crave.

[beyourarmy]

Why's that?

[valentineluke]

They rarely take to the air and never for pleasure.

[beyourarmy]

I do! I don't have time to enjoy it at home, but I do here. Thing is, you can only go so high.

[valentineluke]

You're not a rocket. No need to visit space.

Should try the air currents at the beach. Wonderful sensation to hang overhead like a hawk and survey all below from above.

[beyourarmy]

I don't want to visit space, but the limitation is kind of annoying sometimes.

I hadn't tried that yet. Thanks for the tip!