Doing bird calls around the Doctor genuinely confuses him, like an actual head tilt will happen.
If he catches you doing said birdcalls, especially out in the open? He'll just scoop you up and take you back to his tent. Grumbling the whole way about you putting yourself on display for all to hear.
You ask him if you said something wrong, and he explains that he has no idea what you said, as he doesn't understand bird calls; he doesn't speak bird. He is a monster with bird attributes, with no relation to the species itself.
However.
He does know what a mating call sounds like, and is very upset you were just out in the open, practically shouting to the world you were single and ready to mingle.
Let's just say you're no longer allowed to do that, at least not outside the Doctor's tent, that is.
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MC asks one of the troupe for a massage (Plus ranking)
Pierrot:
Very excited when asked!
āMy most beloved wants me to touch aid them? Of course! What do you need me to do, dearest?ā
Discusses what you want done, plus an in-depth conversation on where is ok and where itās not to touch you (If he listens depends entirely on how worked up he gets when touching you).
Do you want him to use lotions and oil? If yes, will go all out on scents and smells unless you specify an allergy.
He insists you can be nude for these sessions; heāll be on his best behavior! He promises! :D
You know better and remain clothed when you can.
Has to wear gloves (claws are too sharp).
Very relaxing.
However, you have to constantly insist for him to add more pressure.
He's always worried he is going to hurt you, so he always reverts to a lighter massage in the end.
Pierrot can go a long time, but tends to get carried away (he canāt help it) 2hr max on massages.
This will become a weekly ritual for you bothā¦
7/10 Stars
Harlequin:
Thinks you're flirting with him.
āAh~ Kitten, are you that desperate for me to touch you?ā
Oh, you're being serious? Ok then.
Has no fucking clue what heās doing.
Kind of feels like he's just kneading your body like a cat, very aggressively...
You have to stop him multiple times because he is massaging too roughly.
Eventually, you stop him and show him on his own back what you need done (This takes an hour).
He gets it (Eventually).
Tries multiple times to get his tentacles involved (You always swat them away).
Either gets bored or super touchy, and the massage ends at 30 min max.
Will go longer if you need a massage due to pain, but any longer than an hour and his hands cramp up.
He winds up being the one to constantly ask for massages now.
Will only do a ātit for tatā massage session. You do his back, and then heāll do yours.
Happens every other week for you both now.
4/10 Stars 10/10 Hearts - Harlequin <3
Ticket Taker:
Biggest head-canon for him is that heās an absolute GOD at massages. So good that they are their own currency in the circus. Well, just for the troupe that is.
Like he gives out legitimate laminated vouchers for them, which everyone treats like gold. They barter with them all the time. They have rules and everything. How you got one? Wellā¦
āWhere did you get that? Who gave that to you?ā
Oh, Harlequinā¦
Does not want to know what you had to do to get that voucher.
Rules are rules, so he clears a few hours for you the next day.
There is a literal massage table in his tent when you arrive.
There are lit candles/incense and soft music playing.
He offers you headphones as well incase you prefer them.
You are stripped and placed on the table on your stomach.
Within minutes, you are a puddle of goo.
This manās hands are a form of magic, and he knows how to use the fuck out of them.
His claws are much shorter than the rest of the troupes so he is not wearing gloves.
Can put the strength into it too, so if you need a muscle kink worked out? Done.
Uses oils and lotions galore, and they're always nice and warm when applied.
Massages last at MINIMUM of 3-4 hours (thatās why these need to be planned ahead of time.
Man is always giving full body massages as they are his specialty.
You leave that tent so light-headed and fuzzy you barely remember your own name.
You now know why the "Bilheteiro Back Rub" is so sought after.
You immediately start forming a plan on how to get another voucher.
10/10 Stars
Doctor:
āAh! Sweetie, of course! Are you experiencing any specific aches and pains, or is this forā¦ pleasure?ā
More than willing to provide as itās his duty as your doctor (and mate).
Very clinical, so donāt expect candles or oils.
Does use a muscle-relaxing lotion and numbing cream, though (Your gunna need it, trust me)
Deep tissue style massages are his specialty, but switches to a more gentle style when asked.
Very intense 3-hour massages that feels good in the moment.
However, after every massage, you will be very, very sore (Strong man with very strong hands)
4 days of recovery and no heavy lifting, no excess energy use. (Doctorās orders)
Donāt worry, Doctor is actively pampering you while you recover.
After the recovery period, though? You feel fantastic! Like a whole new person.
Looser and more nimble than before.
Kinda freaky when you think about it.
You only get these from him once a month due to the intensity.
8/10 Stars
Jester:
It depends entirely on how close you are to him.
Just met?
āAbsolutely notā will hit you with a sneer and just leave the conversation.
āNever bring this up againā
Kinda icked out by the thought tbh.
Acquaintances?
Still a no, but not as aggressive.
āIām sure Pierrot would be more than willing to provide aid, as would the Doctor.ā
Stern redirection, but not rude.
Friendly/Close?
Will agree but wonāt do it himself (Itās a touch thing with him).
Sends you away with a fool who provides a pretty decent massage.
Together/Mates?
Only time he ever agrees and does it himself (Actually insists on being the only one who can touch you).
Sets aside time from his schedule to do it (might even leave in the middle of a task to help)
Much like Ticket Taker, his massages are in-depth and fantastic at getting kinks out.
Uses specialty oils/lotions he keeps just for you (Heāll deny it if you bring it up).
His massages are almost sensual in a way, but it usually is due to the nature of your relationship.
No gloves, but he keeps his claws trimmed for you.
In fact, prefers you both be fully nude for these massages (not in a sexual way but because of the closeness it provides).
These massages would be a daily occurrence if his schedule allowed for it.
Your dialogue is stiff because everyone is being too honest
Great dialogue can come from radical emotional honesty. But in most real conversations, people
dodge questions
answer indirectly
lie (badly)
change the subject
crack jokes to avoid serious answers
lie (convincingly)
say half of what they mean
tell the truth but get so anxious/angry/defensive others now think they're lying
If your dialogue feels unnatural, it might be because everyone is saying exactly what they think, or articulating their thoughts too well. Try letting characters hide things instead.
