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@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

“Oh, dear… hm. It was not one of the deadly ones you ate, darling. The effects should wear off soon enough.” *Pigeon is offered a hand.* “If you would like, I can give you something to drink at my house? My child is not here right now — I am afraid you all startled them — but I am sure they would be glad to have a new friend.”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

*Pigeon feels a wave of comfort wash over her. It would be oh so easy, to fall into that honeyed voice — wouldn’t it? It’s completely safe. Of course it is. Why would this Anomaly want to hurt her — to hurt anyone?*

[Pigeon's eyes go half-lidded as she smiles and takes the anomalies' hand.... why was she so scared in the first place?... Why was she here again?... it would be smart to go along with the mushroom person... yes...]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Ah, no need to worry. My first child and I had a simple… disagreement, in certain terms. I am afraid that I have not seen her since. I cannot simply refer to her as ‘my child’, as I have two. A younger one, who has never met her older sister — it is quite sad, no?”

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

She has a name, call her that. Coward. Plus, she's inhaled whatever spores from these very anomalous mushrooms, and Doc's already said you have her in a trance. Pigeon's only "comfortable" with you because she's not fully sober, you dickhead.

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*A soft smile graces her lips — something that is painted on, almost. One hand is in front of her, the other holding Pigeon’s. The Anomaly seems… motherly, like this. She has no reason to harm Pigeon; why would she, when she is reminded so much of her daughter?*

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am afraid that there is not much to fix. Some people simply feel… differently around me. Usually children. There is little control I have over it. I believe it may be… somewhat targeted, due to me being a mother. Both before and after becoming…” *She gestures to herself; revealing glove-white hands under her sleeves.* “…This. Hence, why I am attempting to take your friend back to my house. I simply wish to ensure her safety, before allowing her elsewhere.”

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

“Ah, well… you saw the mushrooms, no? I am, in a way, their leader. As well as their Caretaker. They do tell me things, dear. My favorites are the small clear ones — I found them myself, in my life, so I have a… certain attachment to them.”

“Safety, however, is much more simple. There are scientists nearby, who I am sure would love to witness the mushroom’s effects on her. I will get her something to drink, and then allow her to rest until she feels well again.”

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

“Oh, not very long. I hope you will forgive me, but time is… complex. I understand that I was not fully conscious the whole time. Things only truly started to pick up recently, though. Perhaps a few months ago?”

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*As the two (Ryn and Octayve) try to follow Pigeon and Stella, they’re blocked off by two human figures. They look vaguely… off, though. It’s hard to point out what is giving the two the Uncanny Valley Effect, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

*the scientist growls, literally, and pulls out what looks to be a-*

*vwOom*

*...huh, when'd they get a double bladed light saber? They run at the two, slicing at the two figures in their way*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly (( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*There’s something in the trees, now. Large, and clearly inhuman. It’s quickly approaching the two; seemingly closer to Ryn. Unless One (1) QA is used, Ryn will gain Harm.*

*One of the humanoids (the one Ryn didn’t punch) grabs onto Octayve’s leg, sort of pathetically. The other just kind of… poofs into spores, leaving… something behind. It’s still vaguely human-shaped.*

“You- can’t…”

*The still-living one struggles to speak.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella hums, looking down at Pigeon.*

“Hello, dear. How can I help you?”

*they grab the hand, a bit harder than needed, and rip it off their leg. They are not really a fan of being touched, certainly not by strangers*

I can't Wat, exactly? 0v0

*they spare this exactly one moment, if the living one takes too long to answer, they will kill it and move on to go kill Stella*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella smiles, taking Pigeon’s hand. Good; she didn’t even have to do anything, this time.*

“Oh, dear. Let us get you to bed, darling. You will feel better after. Perhaps you will be able to meet my younger child afterwards? She is quite sweet.”

@painted-butterfly

*A large mushroom… creature? Comes barreling in. Its stem is full of dirt, small flecks flying off with each ‘step’. The creature’s ‘hat’ bumps into a mushroom tree, making it bounce off.*

*After a few moments, it tries to hop up. Gearing up for another attack.*

@dr-octayve

“Don’t- pass. Stop…”

*The surviving Anomaly sounds almost… scared. It’s too solid, under the squish of the mushroom flesh. Far, far too solid.*

[Ryn grabs a book out from their Bag, flipping open the pages and pulling a sword out from it]

[Ryn has used Piper]

Square up bitch! I have the power of god and anime on my side!

[They hold the sword, Riptide, and run towards the mushroom creature's stem, slicing at it]

Doc!! Where are you!?

@dr-octayve

*they are a bit offput by how scared the humanoid sounded..not of them, but, what? And, the consistency...*

I have to. My friend is in danger

*they look up at hearing Ryn*

Both of them

*they prepare to take a swing at the Mushroom attacking their teammate*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

*The humanoid is still crawling towards them, the bottom half left behind. Like a living zombie… they keep muttering about ‘not passing’.*

*The mushroom golem is easily beaten, with the combined hits.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella nods, leading Pigeon elsewhere.*

“Of course, dear. Do not worry — I can make you something while you eat. For you, and for your new sister. You are safe, now, hun.”

[Ryn chases after Stella and Pigeon, seeing even a glimpse of them in the forest, they throw their dice to roll.]

[Ryn has used Nightmare]

[What only Stella can see, an illusory form of Ko. They hope this works]

"Mama?"

@dr-octayve

*They just… keep repeating it. Shaking their head. It’s like it’s the only thing on their mind.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella pauses, glancing down at Pigeon, then at Ryn. She lets go of Pigeon’s hand.*

“One moment, dear. If you would like, you may continue walking down the path. My home is not far.”

@painted-butterfly

“Kiona.”

*Stella’s voice is… oddly flat. Threatening, almost, compared to her previously honeyed tone.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 7. Changed to 5]

[Number Rolled — 5. Changed to 3]

[Number Rolled — 9. Changed to 2.]

[Pigeon sees ryn... her kid... that is her kid... nonono not ryn- and pulls out her scissors before jumping onto stella and stabbing at her repeatedly. Especially around her head and neck.]

DON'T YOU DARE HURT MY FUCKING KID..

[Ryn's illusory form of Ko falls apart at Pigeon's sudden attack surprising them]

*their eyes widen, Fuhk This!*

*they whipped out their Ripple Gun and took aim at Stella, as to not accidentally hit Pigeon, and shot. All of this despite their writer trying to get them to try a different option, which they ignored completely*

@painted-butterfly

*Stella hums, watching ‘Kiona’s’ reaction carefully. She would have had to have grown quite a bit… unless…*

@flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

*The Anomaly hisses, but she’s knocked down easily enough. Each jab feels almost… spongy. Pigeon is cutting through pure mushroom, after all.*

“So, that is not…” *She eyes Ryn, trying to figure out who the fake is. Spotting the drop in the illusion.* “…I see. A shame. I do miss my Kiona, quite a-“

*She’s cut off by Octayve Shooting her.*

*And then she laughs; not realizing how much Trouble she’s in.*

“Oh, dear, that does hurt.”

*Her eyes widen as she looks down at the wound. As Stella realizes that she’s dying.*

*before Pigeon/Power rips off her head, they walk over to Stella and leer down at her quickly maimed body, leaning to get a good long look into her eyes*

Her name is Ko

And she is not your child, you absolute disgrace to reality

*with their gloved hand, they plunge their hand into her mushroomy chest, reaching for where her heart would be*

She's mine. And you will Never have the opportunity to see or Harm My Daughter Ever Again

*they rip out whatever they got their hands on within her chest, holding it up for her to see, before holding her cheek..mocking love and affection as they smear her face with her own mushroom gore*

I say this to you, as Her Mother...You will die here, the only solace to you being that you will eventually have the sweet release of death at the fangs of my friend..

Hard fought, I'd recon.

*the laugh cruelly*

Rest in pieces, monster 0v0

*Power rips off Stella's head*

@flightless-pigeon33 @painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Stella seems… well, she most certainly didn’t know about the name change.*

“Ko, hm…? I wonder why she would change it…”

*There is no heart; just more mushroomy flesh. It’s oddly slimy. She sighs.*

“…Do at least find my other child, then? I would hate for her to be alone. She is still so small… You will know when you see her. Her name is Kordi.”

*She does not respond to the taunts, nor to the goodbyes.*

*As soon as her head is ripped off, the rot seeps from the inside out. There is nothing of Stella left. She’s just a rotten mushroom.*

[Pigeon gags and throws it to the side before she runs over and hugs doc and ryn]

[Ryn buries their face into Pigeon's shoulder, mostly to avoid seeing anything]

. . . We still have loose ends to get rid of

*they hug the two closely*

..we do. But we also have that little girl to find.. she shouldn't be out here alone, and who knows where she stole the child from

*they glance to the humanoid, wondering it it would be Any help in that, or if they should put the thing out of their misery.. before they see Ryn hiding their eyes*

...I am sorry you had to see that, love

I'll be fine.. But, yeah, we should probably go find that child.

*they nod*

Agreed

*they turn Ryn away from the carnage anyway and begin walking toward where The Amanita Mother was leading them, hand holding both teammates*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33

*The humanoid has, seemingly, shut down. It’s aimlessly dragging itself around — unlikely to be of any help.*

*The path leads to… a rather simple house, actually. It’s one story, but still decently large. The door, if tried, is unlocked.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

*the scientist growls, literally, and pulls out what looks to be a-*

*vwOom*

*...huh, when'd they get a double bladed light saber? They run at the two, slicing at the two figures in their way*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly (( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*There’s something in the trees, now. Large, and clearly inhuman. It’s quickly approaching the two; seemingly closer to Ryn. Unless One (1) QA is used, Ryn will gain Harm.*

“You- can’t…”

*The still-living one struggles to speak.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella hums, looking down at Pigeon.*

“Hello, dear. How can I help you?”

*they grab the hand, a bit harder than needed, and rip it off their leg. They are not really a fan of being touched, certainly not by strangers*

I can't Wat, exactly? 0v0

*they spare this exactly one moment, if the living one takes too long to answer, they will kill it and move on to go kill Stella*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella smiles, taking Pigeon’s hand. Good; she didn’t even have to do anything, this time.*

“Oh, dear. Let us get you to bed, darling. You will feel better after. Perhaps you will be able to meet my younger child afterwards? She is quite sweet.”

@painted-butterfly

*After a few moments, it tries to hop up. Gearing up for another attack.*

@dr-octayve

“Don’t- pass. Stop…”

*The surviving Anomaly sounds almost… scared. It’s too solid, under the squish of the mushroom flesh. Far, far too solid.*

[Ryn grabs a book out from their Bag, flipping open the pages and pulling a sword out from it]

[Ryn has used Piper]

Square up bitch! I have the power of god and anime on my side!

[They hold the sword, Riptide, and run towards the mushroom creature's stem, slicing at it]

Doc!! Where are you!?

@dr-octayve

*they are a bit offput by how scared the humanoid sounded..not of them, but, what? And, the consistency...*

I have to. My friend is in danger

*they look up at hearing Ryn*

Both of them

*they prepare to take a swing at the Mushroom attacking their teammate*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

*The humanoid is still crawling towards them, the bottom half left behind. Like a living zombie… they keep muttering about ‘not passing’.*

*The mushroom golem is easily beaten, with the combined hits.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella nods, leading Pigeon elsewhere.*

“Of course, dear. Do not worry — I can make you something while you eat. For you, and for your new sister. You are safe, now, hun.”

[Ryn chases after Stella and Pigeon, seeing even a glimpse of them in the forest, they throw their dice to roll.]

[Ryn has used Nightmare]

[What only Stella can see, an illusory form of Ko. They hope this works]

"Mama?"

@dr-octayve

*They just… keep repeating it. Shaking their head. It’s like it’s the only thing on their mind.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella pauses, glancing down at Pigeon, then at Ryn. She lets go of Pigeon’s hand.*

“One moment, dear. If you would like, you may continue walking down the path. My home is not far.”

@painted-butterfly

“Kiona.”

*Stella’s voice is… oddly flat. Threatening, almost, compared to her previously honeyed tone.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 7. Changed to 5]

[Number Rolled — 5. Changed to 3]

[Number Rolled — 9. Changed to 2.]

[Pigeon sees ryn... her kid... that is her kid... nonono not ryn- and pulls out her scissors before jumping onto stella and stabbing at her repeatedly. Especially around her head and neck.]

DON'T YOU DARE HURT MY FUCKING KID..

[Ryn's illusory form of Ko falls apart at Pigeon's sudden attack surprising them]

*their eyes widen, Fuhk This!*

@painted-butterfly

*Stella hums, watching ‘Kiona’s’ reaction carefully. She would have had to have grown quite a bit… unless…*

@flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

*The Anomaly hisses, but she’s knocked down easily enough. Each jab feels almost… spongy. Pigeon is cutting through pure mushroom, after all.*

“So, that is not…” *She eyes Ryn, trying to figure out who the fake is. Spotting the drop in the illusion.* “…I see. A shame. I do miss my Kiona, quite a-“

*She’s cut off by Octayve Shooting her.*

*And then she laughs; not realizing how much Trouble she’s in.*

“Oh, dear, that does hurt.”

*Her eyes widen as she looks down at the wound. As Stella realizes that she’s dying.*

*before Pigeon/Power rips off her head, they walk over to Stella and leer down at her quickly maimed body, leaning to get a good long look into her eyes*

Her name is Ko

And she is not your child, you absolute disgrace to reality

*with their gloved hand, they plunge their hand into her mushroomy chest, reaching for where her heart would be*

She's mine. And you will Never have the opportunity to see or Harm My Daughter Ever Again

*they rip out whatever they got their hands on within her chest, holding it up for her to see, before holding her cheek..mocking love and affection as they smear her face with her own mushroom gore*

I say this to you, as Her Mother...You will die here, the only solace to you being that you will eventually have the sweet release of death at the fangs of my friend..

Hard fought, I'd recon.

*the laugh cruelly*

Rest in pieces, monster 0v0

*Power rips off Stella's head*

@flightless-pigeon33 @painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Stella seems… well, she most certainly didn’t know about the name change.*

“Ko, hm…? I wonder why she would change it…”

*There is no heart; just more mushroomy flesh. It’s oddly slimy. She sighs.*

“…Do at least find my other child, then? I would hate for her to be alone. She is still so small… You will know when you see her. Her name is Kordi.”

*She does not respond to the taunts, nor to the goodbyes.*

*As soon as her head is ripped off, the rot seeps from the inside out. There is nothing of Stella left. She’s just a rotten mushroom.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

*the scientist growls, literally, and pulls out what looks to be a-*

*vwOom*

*...huh, when'd they get a double bladed light saber? They run at the two, slicing at the two figures in their way*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly (( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*There’s something in the trees, now. Large, and clearly inhuman. It’s quickly approaching the two; seemingly closer to Ryn. Unless One (1) QA is used, Ryn will gain Harm.*

“You- can’t…”

*The still-living one struggles to speak.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella hums, looking down at Pigeon.*

“Hello, dear. How can I help you?”

*they grab the hand, a bit harder than needed, and rip it off their leg. They are not really a fan of being touched, certainly not by strangers*

I can't Wat, exactly? 0v0

*they spare this exactly one moment, if the living one takes too long to answer, they will kill it and move on to go kill Stella*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella smiles, taking Pigeon’s hand. Good; she didn’t even have to do anything, this time.*

“Oh, dear. Let us get you to bed, darling. You will feel better after. Perhaps you will be able to meet my younger child afterwards? She is quite sweet.”

@painted-butterfly

*After a few moments, it tries to hop up. Gearing up for another attack.*

@dr-octayve

“Don’t- pass. Stop…”

*The surviving Anomaly sounds almost… scared. It’s too solid, under the squish of the mushroom flesh. Far, far too solid.*

[Ryn grabs a book out from their Bag, flipping open the pages and pulling a sword out from it]

[Ryn has used Piper]

Square up bitch! I have the power of god and anime on my side!

[They hold the sword, Riptide, and run towards the mushroom creature's stem, slicing at it]

Doc!! Where are you!?

@dr-octayve

*they are a bit offput by how scared the humanoid sounded..not of them, but, what? And, the consistency...*

I have to. My friend is in danger

*they look up at hearing Ryn*

Both of them

*they prepare to take a swing at the Mushroom attacking their teammate*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

*The humanoid is still crawling towards them, the bottom half left behind. Like a living zombie… they keep muttering about ‘not passing’.*

*The mushroom golem is easily beaten, with the combined hits.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella nods, leading Pigeon elsewhere.*

“Of course, dear. Do not worry — I can make you something while you eat. For you, and for your new sister. You are safe, now, hun.”

[Ryn chases after Stella and Pigeon, seeing even a glimpse of them in the forest, they throw their dice to roll.]

[Ryn has used Nightmare]

[What only Stella can see, an illusory form of Ko. They hope this works]

"Mama?"

#((dm time for you Ryn))#((compound effect time…))

@dr-octayve

*They just… keep repeating it. Shaking their head. It’s like it’s the only thing on their mind.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella pauses, glancing down at Pigeon, then at Ryn. She lets go of Pigeon’s hand.*

“One moment, dear. If you would like, you may continue walking down the path. My home is not far.”

@painted-butterfly

“Kiona.”

*Stella’s voice is… oddly flat. Threatening, almost, compared to her previously honeyed tone.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 7. Changed to 5]

[Number Rolled — 5. Changed to 3]

[Number Rolled — 9. Changed to 2.]

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

*the scientist growls, literally, and pulls out what looks to be a-*

*vwOom*

*...huh, when'd they get a double bladed light saber? They run at the two, slicing at the two figures in their way*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly (( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*There’s something in the trees, now. Large, and clearly inhuman. It’s quickly approaching the two; seemingly closer to Ryn. Unless One (1) QA is used, Ryn will gain Harm.*

“You- can’t…”

*The still-living one struggles to speak.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella hums, looking down at Pigeon.*

“Hello, dear. How can I help you?”

*they grab the hand, a bit harder than needed, and rip it off their leg. They are not really a fan of being touched, certainly not by strangers*

I can't Wat, exactly? 0v0

*they spare this exactly one moment, if the living one takes too long to answer, they will kill it and move on to go kill Stella*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella smiles, taking Pigeon’s hand. Good; she didn’t even have to do anything, this time.*

“Oh, dear. Let us get you to bed, darling. You will feel better after. Perhaps you will be able to meet my younger child afterwards? She is quite sweet.”

@painted-butterfly

*After a few moments, it tries to hop up. Gearing up for another attack.*

@dr-octayve

“Don’t- pass. Stop…”

*The surviving Anomaly sounds almost… scared. It’s too solid, under the squish of the mushroom flesh. Far, far too solid.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

*the scientist growls, literally, and pulls out what looks to be a-*

*vwOom*

*...huh, when'd they get a double bladed light saber? They run at the two, slicing at the two figures in their way*

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly (( @ms-yellow-tape ))

*There’s something in the trees, now. Large, and clearly inhuman. It’s quickly approaching the two; seemingly closer to Ryn. Unless One (1) QA is used, Ryn will gain Harm.*

“You- can’t…”

*The still-living one struggles to speak.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella hums, looking down at Pigeon.*

“Hello, dear. How can I help you?”

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

[Guilt fills her.... she puts th Gun away. But... doesn't mover away. Starring stella down before running after her.]

Mama!!

[Ryn follows behind Pigeon, rocks scraping against their skin]

@painted-butterfly

*The Anomaly doesn’t seem to notice — or perhaps care — that Ryn is following.*

@dr-octayve

*Stella has managed to get… surprisingly far, for someone who either doesn’t have legs or who takes small steps.*

*A few moments after Octayve has gotten away from the area, a few large rocks fall. Had none of the Agents moved, they would have been crushed.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

@flightless-pigeon33

*Pigeon is not stopped from following Stella. In fact, after a distance (and after the other two are blocked), she seems to pause and wait for the vampire.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

[She pauses. Stella... stella... OH HELL NO!]

[She turns and pulls out her Gun and uses Eliminate on stella. Fangs bared. The crosshair clicking into place on her glasses.]

#((hold on I’ll dm you about the number :3))

@painted-butterfly

“Hm… it sounds rather intriguing. Would you like to tell me about it, while you paint?”

@dr-octayve

“I… suppose so?” *What an odd comment…*

“Ah, yes! There have been quite a few scientists that have decided to remain in the area. I believe that my second child is currently staying by them.”

@flightless-pigeon33

*Stella tilts her head.* “Oh, dear. Whatever would you do that for, Pigeon?”

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Number Rolled — 2. Changed to 3.]

*Eliminate, seeing as Stella is an Anomaly, passes through her. It hits a nearby rock, forcing it to disappear.*

*The ground starts to rumble. A few pebbles hit the ground. A few rocks shift. Some larger rocks begin to fall.*

*Stella narrows her eyes — those familiar eyes — before slithering back. Away from the rocks. Away from the Agents, as well.*

*More rocks fall. A landslide has been triggered; best to create some distance.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

That time is

And do you have a name I may refer to you as?

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly chuckles, gliding along. It’s hard to see where the Agents came from, now.*

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? What is the matter, Ryn?”

@dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita hums. She smiles, kindly.*

“Ah. You may call me Stella. It is the name that I had while I was human, after all.”

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

[Ryn looks around in awe.]

Can I paint this later?

@flightless-pigeon33

*Mother Amanita hums, her hand squeezing Pigeon’s.*

“Very good, darling.”

@dr-octayve

@painted-butterfly

“You may. They are quite beautiful, are they not?”

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @dr-octayve

“I am not stopping you from following us. You are aware of this. Correct…” *The Anomaly pauses.* “Octayve, was it? And Ryn, too.”

......ensure her safety, how? If there is nothing to fix, then there is no reason for her to go with you

And again, why did you know we would be here?

As well as our names

*they do Not release their grip on Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 *

@flightless-pigeon33

*She smiles at her attempt to talk — to call her ‘mom’.* “You can call me that if you would like, darling.”

@painted-butterfly @dr-octayve

*Mother Amanita nods, then starts walking deeper into the forest; where the trees have been completely overtaken by mushrooms. She does not try to shake Octayve off of Pigeon.*

@painted-butterfly @flightless-pigeon33 @th3-triangl3-ag3ncy

*after a long car ride, showtunes and traffic, Team Wildcard makes it to Arcadia, parking in a random parking lot*

Alrighty. We're here gang, let us look for clues

Ah, Pigeon!

@painted-butterfly

“Well, that is because they are not meant to be eaten, dear.”

@dr-octayve

“You have met some, and seen others.” *The Anomaly is… quick to dismiss the question.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*Upon closer inspection, the Anomaly’s ‘sleeves’ have ruffles at the end. The bottom of the ‘dress’ shares this design.*

*She leans down, a human-like face showing under the cap. Familiar silver eyes peer down at Pigeon. They’re… soft, almost.*

(( @ms-yellow-tape ))

[Rolled Number - 4! Extra Chaos used: changed to 10.]

Sure....

*they notice the avoidance of the question @runo-morris *

That, was not an answer, my dear fungious fellow

Who was it then?

*they run up and grab Pigeon's other hand, not trusting this person for a second*

And she stays with us

@painted-butterfly

“Dear, what use would lying about mushrooms you have found lying around be?”

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly smiles, clearly pleased with this.*

“Oh, good. You know… you remind me quite a bit of my first child. I do miss her sometimes; quite a bit…”

@dr-octayve

*She shoots Octayve a dirty look, although it’s quickly covered up.*

“Ah… I suppose it would be alright if you two came along, then. There is no need to worry, though, I assure you.”

*their grin grows sharper, threatening at her, at that bit about Pigeon reminding her of a 'first child', but is covered by their gas mask. But their eyes very quickly flash in a threatening way*

*they keep their hand firmly on Pigeon, keeping her from making any moves forward @flightless-pigeon33 *

Ahh, and I am sure you've given us No reason not to trust you.

Such as Refusing to answer my questions, and putting my friend in a trance

Hmm, this is beginning to feel a bit familiar, hm?

@painted-butterfly

“Hm? I do not believe that they were responding very poorly. In fact, this one seems very comfortable with me.”

*She motions to Pigeon. Seems she isn’t saying her name, though.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly eyes the fangs, for a moment. She squeezes the Newborn’s hand back.*

“Ah, I thought so. You are a vampire, correct, dear?”

@dr-octayve

*She seems to notice the hostility towards her.*

“Your friend is perfectly fine; and I am afraid that I do not know what you speak of, when you say this is familiar.” *The Anomaly seems… genuine, in that.*

@flightless-pigeon33

*The Anomaly nods.*

“I understand. My first child was one, too. I would assume she is still one now, if she is alive.”

@dr-octayve @painted-butterfly

“Trance is a strong word, dear. As well as an incorrect one. Nor do the mushrooms she had the misfortune of consuming have anything to do with it. They simply catch in her throat; nothing more.”

*She smiles at Pigeon, affectionately. Like it was simply a mistake from a small child.*

“Nothing that I cannot fix.”

“As for avoiding your questions… hm. I do not believe I had done so. I do apologize if I answered in a way that displeased you, though.”

*they've had enough of this*

You did avoid them, and whatever You are doing to her now is leaving her in what can Only be described as a trance you fuhking liar

*they pull Pigeon @flightless-pigeon33 back, keeping their grip on her*