you'll save us.

[shichizai]

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Ray-Ban Sunglasses

[shichizai]

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Ray-Ban Sunglasses

[shichizai]

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Ray-Ban Sunglasses

[shichizai]

aurochial‌:

@shichizai

“It’s you!!” Orion failed to contain himself and he reached for Phos’s golden hand.

“You need to come with me right away! Come on!”

He pulled them all the way down the street, into a club currently in the middle of a slow hour, and led them to stop right next to an indoor fountain, near one of the lights.

“It’s just as I thought… you look amazing in this lighting!!”

And somewhere they went, not exactly powerless to free themselves, but they might as well check out whatever that guy wanted from them, right? It’s not like they’re complete strangers. But it’s not like Phosphophyllite even remembers his name.

Did they even introduce themselves? No matter.

They never thought they’d end up in such a weird place, though. And under some weird light... really. This isn’t even organic! They can’t feed off of this sort of light, Orion! “Uh. I’m not an object, you know.” Gemstone, yeah, or several together, but Phos has a conscience and a will. Be considerate. “I’m not going to stay put here and act like some decoration, if that’s what you’re thinking.”

[shichizai]

^ live footage of cinnabar and phos watching bortz get in trouble

[shichizai]

BORTZ WHAT HAPPENED TO STAY OUT OF TROUBLE RULE

[hyolks]

suvivors guilt

[shichizai]

▸ @aequor.

The glint at the corner of their eye matches it easily, and if Phosphophyllite weren’t used to that shade and color and feeling, they would have dismissed the light quickly. But they don’t, and instantly search for it, until their eyes look upwards and for a moment it’s there, surrounded by translucent wings, and maybe it’s their desperate need to see someone, or something, or just that one specific person that forces their legs to move and follow those wings.

The ten minutes that go by after that feel like an eternity, even for one who has lived four hundred centuries, but when the wings disappear and that being starts to fall, Phosphophyllite’s senses enhance as if it were themselves who were falling. They are going to shatter, is their immediate thought, for such a height there’s no way even a Lapis Lazuli of hardness five would survive.

It all comes naturally, then - approaching the gem as much as possible, and at critical condition Phos’ arms extend and shift into branches that take hold of the fallen Lapis with the most utmost care. They have done it before, after all. Even if their arms are now severely limited, they couldn’t just let this change pass them by. They couldn’t.

But when they set the other down, they don’t need to approach them any closer to notice that one isn’t the Lapis they know - isn’t the Lapis they had hoped to see. Right. Because that Lapis Lazuli is on the Moon, and they haven’t quite restored them yet, and they wouldn’t have a head. Of course. How desperate even is, Phosphophyllite, to commit such a mistake?

No-- that doesn’t matter. Because if this gem could do such a thing as fly away, then maybe. Maybe they could convince them to take Phos to the Moon. Away. And if that meant being far from this place, then maybe Cinnabar, too-- “You are... a Lapis Lazuli, right?” The same species of gemstone from that one Rose Quartz they have met before, they guess. Not that it matters. “You can fly?”

[shichizai]

▸ @agaratnora.

They shouldn’t have come here.

Oh, they really shouldn’t, but -- how could Phosphophyllite have known? 

No matter how long the gem spends in such a place, getting used to it is hard. They have more important things to do. They have to keep their composure, and get the hell out of here, back to the Moon or their “home” or wherever it was, just not here. But they’re locked in this cage, and within it there’s all kind of weird people, people that have started to surround them by the seconds and - worse, touch them.

Phos wants to leave - badly -, but finding a breach amidst so many pair of arms that touch their arms, their hair, cup their face to get a close look at their pearl eye is impossible. “Um, sorry, uh-- can you not touch me--” And yet, they don’t listen. Aren’t those humans? To think they would be such a suffocating species... They could only hope they aren’t as fragile as they look, for if this lasts any longer, surely Phosphophyllite would have to resort to violence--

[shichizai]

walks in 2 weeks later with starbucks... hey

been hella busy but i gotta get things goin’ here again! phos being phos is for now really weirded out about that mess of an island suddenly turning into a fully functioning city, and there’s... a lot they don’t know. and everything is weird, which means they’re gonna be all over the place. 

which means, this is an uncapped ad for a good* (* questionable) gem, who might be in need of some help and guidance. i’ll be slow with these, but i’ll do my best to write something for everyone!

[artofkace]

you’re both corrosive, gonna wear yourselves away

[shichizai]

[shichizai]

[shichizai]

scyphozoas:

@shichizai​ starter

They knew the other was around. Bortz had snapped at them back in the other city. But, now they were here in a new one and living near each other. The diamond supposed they could try to get along with them as long as they didn’t try to drag them into their crazy talk. They paused in their stride once they found Phos and their room.

Well, it was now or never,

They took a deep breath before marching over to the other and quickly standing right in front of them. They grabbed their arm to keep them in place and against the wall. it was difficult to not be intimidating. Their eye already burning holes into the others and staring them down. But, this was important. Bortz could not allow any of the gems to do something stupid.

“Listen, I don’t care who you are at this point, but we are all sticking together here. If you need me for ANYTHING. tell me.” This was Bortz’s attempt at being nice. A very determined attempt. A very angry, determined attempted with them gripping the other’s arm as they spoke and never leaving eye contact. “Got it? We do not have Rutile here and neither me nor Cinnabar are exactly knowledgeable on what makes you… you. So stay out of trouble, or I will shatter you to keep you out of trouble.”

Who would have thought that original mess from the other place would have followed them to this one. Not Phosphophyllite, no, because when they saw Bortz around again, looking as furious as always as they walked towards them, they thought that maybe, just maybe they had remembered. Phos’ “betrayal”, the way they had taken a few of their siblings with them to the Moon and all of that. But no. As nervous as they had been ( thank god Bortz only gripped their arm, really, otherwise they could tell with that much strength they would’ve shattered just a bit ), those attempt nice words of theirs proved Phos wrong.

Bortz still doesn’t remember.

Good. Or bad? Worrisome for sure, but Phosphophyllite imagines they would see a terrifying side of Bortz if the other came to remember all they have done.

“Uhhh. S... Sure.” Wow. Sure, Bortz is still as aggressive as they have always been, but that sincere protectiveness over a sibling is a bit surprising. Not that Phos thinks they would turn their back on their kin, because that would be stupid of them. But to hear it in clear words is... shocking. “I don’t know what this ‘trouble’ thing you’re talking about is. Can’t be in it if I don’t know what it is.” Does that sound convincing? Probably not. But it’s not like there’s much for them to do here, anyways. “Also, isn’t it just going to be a big bother if you shatter me...? Watching out for all my shards just sounds like a hassle...”

[shichizai]

shinseida:

scyphozoas:

breagachs:

          Hearing them explain their own individual powers was rather interesting. It definitely added to the culture shock, but Rose could live with that. Cinnabar and liquid mercury were not an out of place combination given what she understood about the makeup of the gemstone itself - though she was a little curious about Bortz hair and Phos’ - well, those limbs were definitely something. What were their arms even made of ? But once again she had to remind herself to leave questions for another time. 

          Now was not the place. 

          ❝ Oh ! Usually, I would have been able to do a few useful things - healing and such - but since I arrived here, I’ve found myself pretty limited. As far as I’m aware, I am still able to adjust my physical mass and, well, I guess the best way to put it is that I can jump really high. ❞ She took the bag with a smile, looking at its contents for a moment, affirming they were what they said. Why did it feel like she was the leader again ? Oh well. ❝ But that might work for the better - placing these in places normal people wouldn’t be able to reach, that is. At least we can count that some sort of advantage ? ❞ Now it was only a matter of figuring out where to start. 

@shichizai​ ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida

Bortz watched Rose with interest. Healing? That was a shame it was taken away. They all could use a gem doctor. But, Bortz had a feeling it was probably different from what Rutile did. Rose’s body wasn’t real and only her gem in her belly was real. So, her healing probably didn’t actually work on their bodies. Unless she healed directly on to her gem? Well, it wasn’t important now. They had to focus on this.

Bortz brought their hands up to their mouth in thought. The diamond looked around at the other three for a moment. 

“If we need to place them anywhere, you and Lapis should do it, Rose Quartz. If you can jump high, Lapis can back you up with their freaky arms if our target is somewhere on a roof. Both Cinnabar and I will make sure no one tries to interfere. I doubt we will have to actually fight seriously. But, on the off hand we do, using Cinnabar’s mercury to scare them away or keep them at bay should be enough.” Bortz looked at the redhead with a serious look. This plan was basic as it gets. But, it was better than sitting on their hands. 

“Cinnabar’s mercury was only lowered in potency, but it sounds like nothing else was effected. You can manipulate how big it is,right? Partner up with me and we’ll put it to good use. Even if nothing happens, it’s better to be prepared and have a job for everyone to do so it all goes smoothly.”

@shichizai​ ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida

In total, their abilities consist of a diamond’s limited strength, the mercury, high jumps, and the partial stretching of Phosphophyllite’s arms. While it’s more than they expected, they hardly know what to do with this information. Only after listening to Bortz and Rose do they realize that there may be more value to this combination than they initially thought.

Bortz’ plan is a sensible one, assuming the beacon points are inaccessible to those without special abilities. Now, if only they could —

— Wait. Did Bortz just ask to be partners?

The word ricochets through their head until they finally tell themselves to focus. Even if this is a partnership born from circumstance, they simply aren’t used to being needed. How do they handle this? What should they do. Just dodge for now; they can answer this later. “ I could, but let’s not finalize the plan just yet. According to Ofiuco, there is a ‘radar’ for locating each beacon point in the city. We should find out where they are and act from there. ”

It could very well be that Bortz and Rose are right, and the true challenge of locating the beacon points isn’t how far away, but how far up. “ Phosphophyllite. Rose Quartz. What are your thoughts? ” 

@shichizai​ ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida

“WHAT?”

What happened to all that composure Phos had been finally managing to keep? Gone. For a good cause, at the very least - to hear Bortz of all people ask to partner up with someone is a rare feat. To hear Bortz ask to partner up with Cinnabar just really takes the cake. Nevermind that Rose Quartz wouldn’t understand why Cinnabar and Phosphophyllite seem to be so taken aback by simple words. It’s a big thing for them, and that’s what matters!

-- Well, at least, it’s something they could talk about later. Sure, Bortz may have just made a fine plan, and sure, Cinnabar never accepted ( or denied ) the request, but still. 

Just relax for now. Relax. It will be fine. It’s not like they’re being partners for life??? “Uhm. I mean, we don’t even know if we will have to fight something. Or somebody. There’s no need to form pairs, right??” At least not within their team. Is that even allowed??? “For now, we should just follow the signal and find where we should place the first beacon. Maybe it’s not even going to be anywhere high!”

shichizai​ ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida

[shichizai]

shinseida:

scyphozoas:

breagachs:

           ❝ From the sounds of things, we have to pick out a name or else we won’t be allowed to participate. And if we don’t participate then - well, we might as well come up with something ! ❞ Hadn’t it been a threat if they didn’t take party in this little activity ? In this game of theirs ? She didn’t want her new found companions to suffer, so it sounded better to go along with the whims of those in control. At least for the time being.

          ‘Rose and Company’ was fine, but she didn’t feel it was right to be the center of attention - and ‘Take Us Home’ was rather cute too, but she didn’t want to provoke the powers behind their prison just yet. Not if it would have unpleasant consequences. Yet, whenever Rose tried to think of a name, all she could come up with was ‘The Crystal Gems’ - a shame that name was already taken. Focus Rose - a name - a name for a Rose Quartz, a Bortz, a Cinnabar and a Phos- Lapis ? Well, that was a question for another time. Her own identity was a bit of a mess too, so she couldn’t exactly fault another. 

          ❝ How about just… ‘The Gems’ ? It’s fitting, right ? And the quicker we pick the name, the faster we can do what we’re supposed to. ❞ 

@shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida

Bortz gave “lapis” an incredulous look on their face. They just gave off an air of “troublemaker”. But, They were planning their attack so Bortz needed to keep their temper under control. They looked to Rose and Cinnabar, listening to them throw around team names. Thank god Adamant never made them do this. It would have taken most gems forever to come up with a name for themselves.

“I’m fine with ‘The Gems’. It’s decided.  Now, we have some more pressing things to talk about. What powers were taken away from everyone?” Bortz interjected quickly. Time was valuable and they were not going to waste anymore of it. Especially if it ended up with them being at a huge disadvantage. This was especially going to be an ego punch for the diamond having to admit they were weakened. But, it was important for them to gain back that strength through this event.

Bortz honestly hated this place.

“….My hair is no longer strong enough to cover for any hard hitting attacks, or be used to attack. And, my strength is also we– less than before.” They hated admitting that their hardness had possibly gone down.

@shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida​

It’s strange to hear Phosphophyllite answer to the name of Lapis, and even stranger to see that Bortz hasn’t dropped the misnomer. A brow quirks in response to these antics, but nothing more. Whatever this is, it isn’t their business.

“ That’s fine. ‘The Gems’ it is. ” Cinnabar shrugs in agreement, approving the name with a lift of their shoulders. ‘The Gems’, ‘Take Us Home’ — it doesn’t matter either way, so long as they get started. “ As for our abilities… My poison was weakened. I can still use it to fight, but the poison itself isn’t as destructive as it used to be. ”

The plants won’t die, and the earth doesn’t wither, even when they tread the island shore. How it might impact other Gems is another matter, but if being trapped here means they would never hurt anyone ( or anything ) again, then it may be best if they stayed in this world. It’s a sentiment they could never reveal to the others — not to Rose Quartz, and certainly not to Bortz or Phosphophyllite. “ I still wouldn’t risk coming into contact with it, though. Just because the effects aren’t as visible doesn’t mean they don’t exist. “

@shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida​

‘The Gems’ is certainly fine. Simple and easy. Though Phosphophyllite is still feeling the ‘Take Us Home’ name. “Seems like I can’t do big things with my arms, or for too long.” They demonstrate by altering its shape, turning into several thin branches that don’t either go too high, or too far. “It’s a bit of a bother, but it’s something.” And back to arms they go. It’s weird to think Bortz’s hardness isn’t the same as it should be, and while old Phos would definitely make a friendly jab at it, the current one doesn’t. It’s a bit worrisome, if anything.

Cinnabar’s poison, however, is still reason for relief. Perhaps finding a job for them this time around would be easier.

“Since you’re different from us, is there something you can do, Rose? Also, uh. You should probably have this.” Now that their team name has been submitted and acknowledged, Phosphohyllite hands the taller Gem the beacon kit. All of that looks absolutely alien to them, so hopefully Rose Quartz knows how to handle that thing.

shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ @shinseida​

[shichizai]

shinseida:

scyphozoas:

breagachs:

          There was a tension in the air. All three of these Gems hailed from the same world - yet, this wasn’t the atmosphere one would expect from a family. Had they had an argument of some kind ? From her time on Earth, Rose had learned squabbles between families had been common enough, so it was certainly possible. Still, they had to get through this one way or another so she supposed for now, she would have to push them towards their objective, albeit delicately. There was no need to cause anymore discontent  ❝ Seems like it ! But I’m sure we’ll be able to do whatever we need to, as long as we stick together. ❞ Yes, push cooperation and teamwork. Focus on the duty at hand rather than whatever had come between them. 

           ❝ But a beacon is a light source - a really powerful one that usually serves as a signal of some sort. Since this place doesn’t seem to have much electricity, they might be using them as a light source so people who aren’t able to see in the dark can move about at night ? ❞ Not that she could be certain of that, but now wasn’t really a time for theories. ❝ Either way, it seems all we have to do is place a couple around the city. That sounds simple enough ! Oh, but they did say we need to pick a name for our little team didn’t they ? Does anyone have any ideas ? ❞ 

Bortz was definitely not enjoying the current situation. A team of four felt wrong. But, if it was in the rules, they had to follow along. The second thing they were not enjoying was being stuck with a confused Lapis. At least Cinnabar was there and Rose, they suppose. But, to rely on someone who obviously wasn’t doing well mentally was very concerning.

“As long as Lapis doesn’t say anything dumb, I’m fine with that.” They weren’t, but teamwork came first as Adamant had always taught them. They squat down with their arms resting on the lap. A team name? Why would they need that? Bortz tried to think of something, feeling their mind coming to a blank. 

“I don’t know, Maybe Cinnabar and Lapis can decide that.”

First of all: They never agreed to join this team.

Second of all: Why would anyone think that Cinnabar, of all people, had enough team spirit to come up with a name. It’s Bortz who offers the suggestion though, so they’ll hold their tongue for now.

“ A… name, is it… ” Is it really mandatory, is what they want to say, but clearly this is a prerequisite for… whatever they need to do. As unaccustomed as they are to working with partners, cooperative teamwork is the only way to prevent their imminent doom. Gems may be immortal, but they do shatter — so for the sakes of Bortz, Rose Quartz, and… Phosphophyllite, they are willing to comply with the venture. Just this once. “ Tch. How would I know. We have three Gems from my world and a Rose Quartz. Might as well just call it Rose and Company, for the sake of time and simplicity. ”

@shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ shinseida

Being referred to as Lapis is a funny feeling, considering what they have told their name is to this Rose Quartz, and Cinnabar just... being around. But at least that’s not too important. At least it should make Bortz more willing to cooperate, yeah? “Uh, yeah, I think I’m fine. No dumb things coming from this Lapis’ mouth, nope.” You’re doing AMAZING, Phosphophyllite. Keep it up, and it surely won’t make things more uncomfortable and awkward! “Maybe ‘Rose and the Gems’? ... or not, I guess. Rose is a Gem like us too.” It’s hard to remember that, really, when she looks like that and the three of them like this. Still getting used to that.

“Is it that important? Can’t we just call ourselves a team and call it a day? We have to walk around and put this thing in places.” They inspect the gun, an object they have never really seen anything like before, before turning their attention to the other three. Somehow, this feels just like the old times - times of each Phos may not remember well, but the feeling of nostalgia would always be there. “What about the ‘Take Us Home’ team? Maybe they’ll listen to us.”

@shichizai ➤ @breagachs ➤ @scyphozoas ➤ shinseida