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    !!! N O T E : : : this blog is  L O W  A C T I V I T Y !!! GENERAL ; ; ; 🎯 SELECTIVE. Don’t take offence if I don’t follow you back. If I do follow you, it’s because I’m interested in interacting. 🎯 RP WITH MUTUALS ONLY. I will only RP threads with mutuals. Non-mutuals feel free to send in asks/memes and things like that though. 🎯 CANON AND OCS WELCOME. If your muse is an OC I just ask that you have an about page somewhere on your blog so I can know exactly who I’m RPing with. 🎯 MULTIVERSE FRIENDLY. This is pretty self-explanatory, I think. 🎯️ I DON’T BITE! Interested in connecting with me? My DMs and askbox are always open. 🎯️ OPEN TO ANY TYPE OF INTERACTIONS. Crack threads, memes, plot. You name it, I’ll do it. 🎯️ DON’T BE AN ASSHOLE! Rude and snarky interactions in RP are completely fine, but when we’re just chatting, don’t be a dick. 🎯 HATE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. That’s an instant block, no questions asked. 🎯️ REPLYING MAY TAKE A WHILE. I really like to think my responses through before sending them off. Of course, I have a life outside of this as well that may result in delays. This is just a hobby, after all. 🎯 I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DROP A THREAD AT ANY TIME. Technically, I don’t need to give an explanation. Sometimes things just don’t vibe, or I lose interest. It happens. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me to start something else though! 🎯️ DON’T FEEL LIKE YOU NEED TO MATCH MY LENGTH. Sometimes I’ll write longer responses, sometimes I won’t. Please don’t feel like you need to match me. Write whatever you’re comfortable with. 🎯️ MY MUSE IS NOT ME. What they do and say is not a reflection of myself in any way, and I don’t condone some of the actions they may take. NSFW ; ; ; 🎯️ THIS BLOG MAY CONTAIN NSFW MATERIAL. This includes but is not limited to; smut, violence, triggering topics, etc. Though I will say, smut probably won't happen often. 🎯️ HEAVIER SUBJECTS will be under a “read more” tag when applicable (or when I can remember to do it) 🎯️ TRIGGERS will be tagged under the following format; tw: [insert trigger]. Sometimes I’ll forget to put these in, so fair warning now. 🎯️ I HAVE ZERO TRIGGERS. Nothing really bothers me to that point, so go nuts. 🎯️ I WILL ONLY RP NSFW/SMUT WITH OTHERS 18+. I WILL check. If I can’t find an age anywhere on your blog, I will have to refuse any nsfw interactions. 🎯️ COMMUNICATION IS KEY. If anything I’ve responded with makes you uncomfortable, don’t hesitate to tell me. SHIPPING ; ; ; 🎯️ I HEADCANON USOPP AS PANSEXUAL. Excluding minors, I’ll ship him with just about anyone, canon or OC. 🎯️ MULTISHIPPING FRIENDLY. Also, friendships, rivals, partners, friends with benefits etc., are all possibilities. 🎯️ CHEMISTRY IS NEEDED FOR SHIPPING. I will no longer be shipping with anyone right off the bat. Ships will need to happen naturally, with a good amount of interactions and chemistry, just like how a real relationship would work. 🎯️ JEALOUS/POSSESSIVE BEHAVIOUR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. The minute I start noticing this, the ship will be dropped, and there is a high possibility of being blocked. I’m not here for drama, especially when it comes to shipping. 🎯️ I HAVE THE RIGHT TO DROP A SHIP AT ANY TIME. If I’m no longer vibing with the ship, or drama ends up happening, I will drop it, no questions. This is supposed to be fun, so lets keep it that way. 🎯️ ANY AND ALL ROMANTIC SHIPS WILL HAPPEN IN A SEPARATE VERSE. For each verse Usopp will only be shipped with ONE other muse. Poly relationships COULD happen, but would need to be heavily discussed beforehand.

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ikkaku-of-heart:

Unlike some men she’d bragged about her mechanical prowess to, Usopp didn’t make a big deal over the fact that she was a woman, which was another point in his favor. She’d had to deal with that far too often over her career. Yes, she was proud of her womanhood but it was hard to shake the sting that came when someone expressed surprise that she was capable of holding a wrench.

Sitting back in her chair, she watched him wander around the engine room, continuing to be respectful of the assortment of delicate and dangerous equipment around him. For the most part he seemed to be paying at least some attention to her explanation, though she could tell his mind was mostly elsewhere.

Maybe I shouldn’t have mentioned accidents, she thought, a little guilty that perhaps he was quietly fretting over something horrible happening. There wasn’t any real danger, not now at least, but he seemed a little high-strung when it came to potential danger.

Just as she was about to reassure him, he spoke up, and she cocked her head to the side curiously. He didn’t sound scared, but thoughtful. Apparently, it wasn’t danger that was on his mind.

“What’s up, Usopp? If you’ve got a question about my baby, feel free to ask.”

It wasn't exactly a question about her submarine that came to mind as he perused the engine room, but something else that he supposed had something to do with it. Usopp still felt a little apprehensive about asking it in the first place. If she had no idea what he was talking about, then he would look like a complete fool, more than he usually did, and that wasn't what he wanted. Not from Law's chief engineer that he would potentially be working with in the future; that he wanted to work with in the future. Chewing gently on his lower lip, Usopp shifted his gaze from the pressure gauge to give Ikkaku his attention once more, one hand tapping against the metal clasp of his bag. How did one go about this without sounding like a complete lunatic? ❝ Ah... Uhm, well, while you're working in here, ❞ he gave a gesture with his free arm, indicating the room they were in, ❝ do you ever... hear things? Clanking around that doesn't exactly sound like the typical noises of the engine running, like someone else is... working in here with you even though you're all alone? ❞

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asongfromtheheart:

The woman was beaming like the sun always carrying her bright and happy smile with her. Seeing someone she considered a friend always made her little heart flutter with joy. She was beyond excited over she had managed to meet one of her new friends again after she had ventured out into the world on her own. It really was a small world they lived. Her grinned widely and was almost giddy over seeing him, largely thanks to his amazing stories which fueled her passion for leaving in the first place.

-“I am alone yes! I finally decided to leave a Baterilla and seek out my own adventures! After you told me all those stories I felt and even deeper longing to travel past the horizon and actually see the world for myself.”

Maddy boasted as pride swelled in her chest. Her eyes were sparkling, ignited by curiosity, wanderlust, and passion. She was almost jumping on the spot, feeling an overwhelming accomplishment because she dared leave her home behind. So far she had yet to regret. Maddy grabbed his hands and held the tightly while bright blue eyes smiled at him, showcasing the purity in how innocently she saw her own adventure. There was such a gentle and childlike curiosity behind her actions and it was not hard to see she was dreaming of big adventures.

-“I’m hoping to find a crew too! I’m going to be a pirate, like you!”

The admiration in her voice was sweet and earnest. She did look up to him in more than a literal sense. Pirates were people she had always admired, and now she was going to be one too!

So she finally decided to leave her little island and go on adventures herself? Usopp couldn't deny that her decision being based on his own enthusiasm and stories made him feel a small bit of pride. At the same time, Maddy looked so innocent to him and with that rush of pride came more worry, especially now that she declared she was very much alone. He considered Maddy a friend, and if Usopp knew anything, travelling the seas alone wouldn't be easy. Heck, even with his entire crew it still proved difficult sometimes. Usopp made sure to keep that worry off his features as Maddy took his hands between her's. It wouldn't do anyone any good to start questioning her now on how she would proceed, and she did just say she planned to find her own crew eventually, or at least join one already formed. He just hoped it wouldn't be with people who took advantage of her innocence, or that Devil Fruit she had in her possession. That could get dangerous pretty quickly. ❝ Gonna be a pirate, huh? ❞ Usopp chuckled with a grin, deep brown eyes peering down into curious ocean blues. ❝ Think you got what it takes to be a brave warrior of the sea like me? ❞ Another thing tugged at the back of his mind. Usopp knew Maddy hadn't been the only one taking care of the greenhouse where they first met, but she'd clearly been the main caretaker. Who took her place so she could go off on her own adventures? Was she planning to use this time to curate more plants to add to her collection? With each passing second more questions blossomed in his mind, and he blinked a couple times. ❝ Wait a second... who's taking care of the greenhouse now? Wasn't that your passion? ❞

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asongfromtheheart:

How did she feel knowing that there were so many more Devil Fruit users out there? To know that they were not as rare as she had been lead to believe all her life? She felt ecstatic! Just knowing that she wasn’t as rare as she seemed and that there were others out there in the big world who had powers akin to hers. It made her heart swell with a want to pack things up and set off towards distance shores. She wanted to meet as many Devil Fruit users as she could! Thankfully Usopp didn’t seem too distraught over her sudden interruption he seemed more than up to the task to talk about their Devil Fruit encounters.

What struck her as the most amazing thing he told her, yet, was that there were four Devil Fruit users in his crew alone! It seemed almost too good to be true! Maybe he would introduce her to them so she could learn more about their powers and what they were capable of doing! What were the odds of a ship, docking at Baterilla with four Devil Fruit users at the same time? Maddy chuckled while scratching the back of her neck with a sheepish look.

    -“Ah… ehehe, well… It just so happens I have Devil Fruit powers too.”

What more could she say? A pit formed in the centre of her gut when she realised she had so nonchalantly shared something she normally kept to herself. She felt comfortable around Usopp, maybe that was the reason she didn’t mind it? He seemed like a sweet and respectable man so why shouldn’t she trust him? The fact that he was in a crew with four others like her played a big part in her opening up like that but, hopefully, he wouldn’t be scared of her. She couldn’t even hurt a fly, let alone a human!

    -“D-Don’t worry! I’m not going to hurt you! I only use my powers to help my patients!”

Maddy's reaction to his exclamation of how many Devil Fruit users were on his own crew was... interesting, to say the least. He expected the excitement that she seemed to always have at the ready, but at the same time there seemed to be some perplexity. Like she couldn't believe what she heard. Of course, it made sense since from the sounds of things she didn't think there were actually that many users in the world. Usopp had to wonder how sheltered Maddy had to be to not see just how big the world actually was. If not sheltered, maybe she'd been told lies her entire life. He couldn't really say which would be the more probable answer, and it's not like he was about to ask either. Didn't exactly matter now that he'd given her confirmation about how common users actually were. Then came the confession of Maddy being a user herself, and Usopp couldn't help but gawk. Probably not the smartest thing, since the moment his jaw practically hit the floor she started sputtering about not being a danger. Usopp didn't really think that, it was just a shock. Blinking a couple times, he slowly shut his mouth and hummed, then looked about the flora surrounding them. If he had to take a guess, he imagined all these different plants being able to survive amongst one another had something to do with her powers. So, he had to ask. ❝ I didn't think you were going to hurt me, Maddy... what is your power, exactly? Something to do with plants? ❞ He questioned, returning his attention to the woman across the table from him. Usopp couldn't deny that now he was the curious one.

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aliibiis:

     the way that the other stood, sure he looked a bit older but there was no doubt about it, that man—no, it couldn’t be! could it? 

          “you think i’m bon clay? what about you!” he pointed right back at the man. “who do you think you’re fooling?! you can’t trick a trickster, nice try!” 

Alright, so this imposter had a point. There was only one thing Usopp could think of that would settle this once and for all. Eyes narrowed in suspicion, and with a huff he shoved his hand into his bag, fiddling around in its contents for a brief moment before pulling out a small, spherical piece of ammunition. He didn't use them much anymore, but they were still his. Only those on his crew would know what they were compiled of. This fake surely wouldn't. With a grin, he held it out to eye level. ❝ Alright, alright, alright. There's only one way to solve this issue, it seems. What's the special ingredient in my stars? Lie, and I'll know. We'll say it at the same time... 3... 2... 1!— ❞

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somftchilds:

      “ y you think s so? ”

      Galapagos gave a little giggle, tail beginning to wag from side to side as she smiled brightly towards the other. The wondered what he would look like as an anyagi, probably some shade of purple, purple fur and that same tan in splotches. Maybe a buncha dots, or long dots like her dad had. She wasn’t sure if he’d still have that long nose–maybe a wide nose instead.

      Drifting in thought, her smile had briefly faded before she shook herself and let out another laugh with a cute little snort mixed in. Thinking about it was just a little funny to her. It was all sorta funny…Though she was snapped back into reality when she tilted her head and asked the question–she didn’t know who this was-

      “ uhhh….. w who are y you??? ”

Ah hell, how could he actually be mad at an adorable face like that, even if she did look a little smug. He'd show her up somehow, just had to take a little bit to figure out exactly how. It wasn't like Usopp could magically sprout plants at well. One thing he could do was show her how the pop greens actually worked as weapons though... Usopp glanced over to the railing of the Sunny, wondering exactly how long he had before members of his crew starting returning from their adventures. Zoro of course was still here, somewhere, but he wouldn't be much of a problem, especially if this child was able to get past him. He could easily hop off the ship for a bit, surely. As he was about to ask her if she wanted to see these pop greens in action, she suddenly blurted out her own question. It had him blanking for a second before a wide grin split his face. Brining a hand up, he poked at his chest with a finger. ❝ Name's Usopp! Captain Usopp, to be precise. Got a massive crew of only the best of the best under my order. ❞ He had to stop himself from going into more of a spiel, feeling like he had to redeem himself because of earlier. ❝ Now, who are you? Only fair I know your name, too. ❞

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|| Hey guys!! Just a little update. This blog is officially being set as low activity. I’ve added a little note in the pinned rules post, but figured I’d make this too so people are aware. Nothing’s really going to change at all. Same activity you’ve been seeing. I just know I’m not here as much as I am on Nami, and recently, Kid. :)

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zahraalgernon:

      “ a slingshot, ah… ”

      A quiet murmur exited Loki’s lips as they watched the very enthusiastic Usopp take out the…sort of slingshot. It certainly looked like one, to an extent, yet customized beyond belief. It was curious, they had never seen one quite of the shape…There was the want to hold it. They were never one for ranged weapons, though they did know…basics…on a bow. That was simply from time on Amazon Lily, an interesting and kind–yet dumb people. 

      Loki looked with a critical and interested eye, their grey iris sparking just the lightest of actual intent or something even close to emotion. Though clearly this man was enjoying it just as much as they were looking at it…Proud of one’s own creation, assuming he was the one to make it–Kabuto. 

      “ It is quite interesting…Were you the one that made it? ”

      They raised their hand to their chin, forward finger tapping lightly at their scarred cheek. The temptation to just take the damn thing just to get a better look sparked in their mind and even pooled into their remaining iris. Something malicious in a way about those empty grey eyes having that segment of interest…

      “ I am a bigger fan of blades, but hm… I do not suppose you just shoot rocks? ”

Usopp could see the way they were fighting the interest. Some might see him as shy, but even so, he was extremely observant. That ever-present grin widened, and without seeming to even think much of it, Usopp held out his weapon to the stranger for them to take a closer look. They didn't seem the type who would just run off with another's possessions, so it was fine. ❝ This is an upgraded version my previous slingshot... but yes, I made it all myself. Used what I could find on the Boin Archipelago, and man... there was some good building material there, ❞ Usopp mused, a faraway look coming to his face as he thought back to his time on that 'living' island. ❝ The wood I used for the shaft is extremely flexible, same as the rubber bands. I don't have to worry about them accidentally snapping on me anymore- ❞ Pausing in his overly excited rant at their interruption, Usopp hummed, trying to figure out a way to explain his projectiles that wouldn't completely confuse the average person. It wasn't everyday that you heard someone using seeds as ammunition, after all. ❝ Ah, actually I mainly use something called Pop Greens. They're kinda like seeds that upon impact grow into various, sometimes strange, plant life. Also found on the Boin Islands... ❞

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Lots of goods here in the workshop…

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themercsadventures:

After the book had been paid, she started to slowly walk down the road, trying to recall the exact location of the ammo shop she had spotted earlier. It was the first turn on the right, then two subsequent turn on the left, wasn’t it?

Oh, plants and…insects? Her animal-nerdy side was almost on the verge of explosion, a plethora of curiosities she wanted to satisfy, but then he produced the small ball from his bag and her focus of attention immediately turned towards the object. At a first glance it looked like a seemingly normal projectile, but his words soon proved the contrary.

Fascinated by the bullet, she pointed her index finger towards it “May I see it?” she then asked, not wanting to be rude.

“I know you just called them ‘secret’, but what type of concoctions do you make for them?”

Few were so dedicated and inventive to try and find new ways to personalise ammo, most relying on the old, known, and certain methods. She was curious to know, as she was a firm believer of the old saying “sky’s the limit”.

“How far can you shoot them? Do the concoctions you make help improve their speed? Or their explosive force? Do you even use gun powder? - she then paused the flow of questions, as if she had realised something mid-track, an almost guilty expression on her features – ah sorry if I’m annoying you with too many questions…”

Not seeing any problem with allowing his new companion to get a closer look at his weapons of choice, Usopp gave a shrug and held out the sphere to drop into Ayla's waiting palm. It wasn't like she could do much with it without having a decent amount of force behind the projectile. Even if she smashed it against the ground, the distance between her arm and the cobblestone wouldn't cause a dangerous enough reaction. Her following question had him smirking, which he hid behind smugly rubbing a thumb along his nose. ❝ I can tell you the main ingredient I use. Otherwise, they wouldn't be much of a secret anymore, now would they? ❞ Maybe he was just stringing her along. He didn't mind telling her the full list of tried and true mixtures he had, but that didn't really matter, and it was quite a long list anyway. After waiting a breath, Usopp continued. ❝ Tabasco sauce, normally. I have a few with something a little spicier for when I really find myself in a pickle. Really seems to do the trick, too. Just aim for the eyes and the splatter from the impact does the rest. ❞ Usopp was quite proud of his inventions. These little bad boys were no different. Without realizing, he became more animated as he started walking forward, a slight bounce in his step, more than willing to answer the rest of Ayla's questions that seemed to spill from her mouth like a waterfall. Her apology forced a chuckle from his chest, and he waved his hand in the air as if to dismiss it. ❝ You're fine, you're fine. I don't blame you for getting excited while in the presence of a genius. Gun powder is another ingredient I use sometimes, yeah. As for speed... they probably slow them down if I'm being honest, but my aiming skills make up for that, and I can shoot however far I want. ❞ Alright, so maybe that was a small bluff. He had his limits, after all. Ayla didn't need to know that, though.

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External shots of botanical gardens by Swiss photographer Samuel Zeller

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   ✉ @asongfromtheheart said: A female voice carried through the crowd along with the sound of -"Usoooooopp~!" footsteps running towards the unsuspecting man. She had managed to spot him among the people, and there was no doubt it was Usopp. Before long a pair of arms wrapped around him from behind in a tight hug before the woman let go and pulled away. Her entire expression was positively beaming with excitement over seeing someone she knew. -"I can't believe you're here too! It's so great seeing you again!"

❝ Huh? ❞ Usopp had just enough time to stop in his tracks and twist around at the sound of his name being called out from a decidedly familiar female voice in the crowd before thin, pale arms were curling around his waist. He gave a squeak in surprise, arms instinctively lifting up so they wouldn't get trapped in the hug as he eyed the red-haired woman who all but tackled him. Good thing he had impeccable balance! Otherwise, the force she used to hug him with probably would've had them both tumbling to the ground. ❝ Maddy? Oh, hey! Fancy seeing you again so soon! ❞ Usopp grinned at her excitement, bringing an arm down over Maddy's shoulders to return the hug with equal enthusiasm before she pulled away. Her excitement was contagious. ❝ What're you doing in a place like this? Are you alone? ❞ The island his crew docked at wasn't dangerous, per say, but he still didn't like the idea of Maddy being by herself. Who knew what kind of people lurked in the dark.

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ikkaku-of-heart:

She almost felt guilty about teasing him with the prospect of Law’s wrath, but the Hearts shared more than a little of their captain’s twisted sense of humor. Really, they had to after years of finding random organs in weird places and Law doing questionable things with his powers. Anyone who couldn’t handle a little bit of morbidity didn’t last long on this ship. That included guests and allies.

Still, given how green Usopp looked at her comments, she decided not to mention Law’s actual lab where he did his experiments. It wasn’t a secret one, but it was soundproof for good reason.

“I’m the chief engineer, so I do most of the work, and I’m definitely the best at it,” she said, no shortage of pride in her voice. She’d yet to meet a machine or engine she couldn’t figure out. They practically spoke to her sometimes, whispering for her to take them apart and put them back together again even better than before.

“A few of the guys at least know the basics enough to keep things running in case I’m asleep or injured. Hell, Law, Bepo, Shachi, and Penguin managed decently enough when they first started. But if things do go wrong, it’s better to have the woman who knows every damn part of this vessel like the back of her hand available to fix shit fast. Accidents on a submarine are way more deadly than a regular ship.”

Out of mercy, Ikkaku declined to regale him with the details of what underwater pressure would do to them if the Tang, say, sprung a leak.

“Still, I wouldn’t trade this life for any other,” she said dreamily, looking around the engine room like it was heaven itself. “Yeah, it’s dangerous, and stressful, but it’s all worth it to live your dream, right?” she asking, giving Usopp a beaming grin.

Hearing the pride in Ikkaku's voice at her declaration of being the best Usopp let out a knowing hum, hands lacing behind his back as he sauntered a couple steps away from her workstation and deeper into the engine room. He listened to the rather calming hum of the machinery around them, something he was slightly used to hearing back on the Sunny, to an extent. It wasn't quite the same, seeing as the mechanics of Franky's pride and joy ran on cola rather than your typical engine fuel, but it was close enough to be comforting. Usopp refused to think too deeply on how deadly the accidents on a submarine could really be. He definitely didn't need the imagery of a crumpled tin can at the moment, even if they weren't currently submerged and there wasn't any actual danger being here. ❝ I can only imagine... ❞ He mumbled offhandedly as he paused in front of one of the multitude of pressure gauges. The dial barely moved, staying steady in one place with only the slightest of vibrations from the needle. A well taken care of ship. It had him thinking back to the Merry, and that one time on Skypiea where he swore there was a ghost working on the ship through the night. Then the words Franky told him when he first joined the crew. Reaching out a hand, Usopp gently ran his finger over the glass surface of the gauge, listening to Ikkaku's words but not really listening. ❝ Yeah... Hey, Ikkaku? ❞

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godlivesonthemoon:

A mocking smirk still curling the corner of his mouth, Enel watches his former enemy – or perhaps still enemy – trying desperately to tame his hair. He knows how badly electricity can be with curls in the first place, and surely, he wouldn’t want to miss the occasion to mess around with an individual he considers weak and useless. He barely remembers him, perhaps the shape of his nose has been printed in his mind for some reasons, all of his memories remaining in the cowardice emanating from his aura.

However, he notices that despite his fear, he’s stillstanding here, trying to gather the bit of courage he has within his blood to formulate his request. Surely, Enel expects something rather dull, terribly human and poorly imagined, however, he has to admit that Usopp’s words are intriguing.

“Mmmh…” Enel pats his chin as he’s trying to perceive what kind of weapon Usopp is looking for. Would it be like one of those guns or bazooka the people of Shandoria have created themselves in the past? He feels curious.

He looks back at Usopp with serious features, his engineering knowledge itching more than his discomfort to share a conversation with the pirate. He raises his fingers to create a perfect sphere of electricity floating above the palm of his hand. It’s effortless for his power, however, it must be highly difficult for anyone else to ever reach that perfection by playing with electricity.

“Something like this?” He asks, while the sphere continues to elevate itself, growing and diminishing as much as Enel is moving his fingers. “It depends on what you wish to accomplish with the blow if you ever use it. If you want to concentrate the maximum of electricity in a small object, you’ll have to create something able to channel and control its energy in the first place.”

He clenches his fist, and the sphere immediatelydisappears. Arctic eyes back on Usopp, he eventually waves his hand to invite him to take a sit near him, as he would do with a guest he finds pleasant to talk with.

“Have you already thought about something like an object or a way to channel that electric globe?”

Usopp watched in relative silence as Enel brought forth his powers and created that small ball of condensed electricity. His eyes never strayed from the movement, analytical brain coming up with ideas on the spot on how he could replicate something that looked simple enough. He wasn't stupid though. It was definitely going to be harder than he initially anticipated to accomplish what he wanted. With Enel's words, Usopp mentally ran through the list of conductive metals he knew about off hand. To construct his masterpiece it would need to be strong enough to withhold that amount of power, and keep it contained until it was ready to be unleashed. That was going to be the difficult part... Attention shifted to the inviting gesture once the electric ball dispersed and Usopp couldn't help but frown, wondering if this was a trap to get him closer, or if Enel was genuinely being hospitable. Taking a chance, not wanting to be on the receiving end of this man's impatience, he took a few tentative steps forward, though didn't take a seat like he was instructed to do. ❝ A cannon ball, of sorts, ❞ Usopp said in way of explanation to what he had in mind, arms lifting to cross over his chest with hands tucked away so Enel couldn't see the way he was fidgeting. ❝ Smaller, but with the added electricity, on impact it would be far more destructive... It's just... containing that amount of power without it being dangerous to those handling it. ❞

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random sentence starters: the third

change around as you see fit!

“ i want to be like you. “

“ that is … literally illegal. you’re describing something illegal. “

“ what’s the plan here ? “

“ please just … come home. “

“ all i’m saying is that jurassic park could happen ! “

“ jeez , who pissed in your cornflakes this morning ? “

“ i’m a simple person. i see a cool rock , i pick it up. “

“ you’re so cute and i literally can not handle it right now , so i have to go— “

“ hey , uh , what do you got there ? “

“ we’re not friends. “

“ so , do you come here often or … ? “

“ slow down , i just want to get to know you … “

“ i’m angry at you ! i’m upset ! and you … you don’t even care ! “

“ will you promise to marry me in the future ? “

“ what are your thoughts on having kids ? “

“ oh , come on ! they were literally holding hands and becoming self aware of their own mortality ! it was a sad moment— stop laughing at me ! toy story 3 didn’t have to do us like that ! “

“ you’re my best friend. i’ll always have your back. “

“ … do you want to do something stupid with me ? “

“ you don’t have to be jealous , you know~ “

“ sing me a song. “

“ did you do this ? “

“ for once can you please be honest with me ? “

“ lets run away together. anywhere. i’m tired of this life. “

“ are you binge watching that show on netflix again ? “

“ how much britney spears i’ve listened to in the last 72 hours is none of your business ! “

“ god … i can’t look away , it’s like my eyes are drawn to it. “

“ why are you leaving ? “

“ admit it … i drive you wild. “

“ you’re so infuriating. “

“ i hate this town. “

“ i’m one call away , okay ? just one call. “

“ you want me so bad , don’t you ? “

“ i’ll just live in the forest as a goblin. “

“ you don’t know what i’m capable of. “

“ you want a tattoo of what now ? “

“ i can’t believe i’m confessing this but … i really really like you. “

“ look me in the eye when you’re breaking my heart ! you don’t get to look away , dammit ! “

“ i can’t believe we’ve just sat here for four hours and have done nothing. “

“ hey , hey , hey … guess what ? “

“ you are my platonic soulmate. “

“ someone thought we were a couple so like , we totally just hit best friend goals. “

“ the bigger the boobs , the stronger they are. that’s anime logic , at least. “

“ i can’t believe i fell in love … like an idiot. “

“ i’ve never fallen in love before … what’s it like ? “

“ hello ? 911 ? i’d like to report a murder of my remaining brain cells …. “

“ wow , look who remembered my existence. “

“ you want to hear a story ? oh uh … well … uh … l — let me tell you all about how this boy’s life got flipped turned upside down— “

“ … not many people really talk to me … “

“ tell me all about you. anything. everything. “

[popgreenz]

|| Alright... modern!verse idea for Usopp..... Aspiring wood sculptor who works part-time/has an apprenticeship at Franky's auto-repair(?) shop. He also does the odd carpentry job for close friends and whatnot when he has the time. Lives alone in a one bedroom apartment, but often has Luffy or Zoro crashing on his couch (I see Loof as being a couch hopper who doesn't really have a place of his own lolol). I like my modern verses to have some sort of criminal aspect to it as well... so that's really the only other part I'm trying to flesh out. Wtf would Usopp be doing that's tied to criminal activity? I... kinda wanna incorporate his sniping talents... Hmmm.