NIL, SOL, and FRIEND

A shared ask/RP blog for a trio of OCs for @winterarts’ Eldritch Builderman AU. Not canon to the original AU, probably. Yes, we did get permission to make this :D

[starcycle-trio]

Nature abhors a vacuum.

And so the cycle begins.

Welcome!

This is an ask/RP blog for the Starcycle Trio, NIL, SOL, and FRIEND. We’re open for questions, interactions, and…really anything else! Just know that we can and will delete/ignore asks if we don’t want to answer ‘em 👍

This blog is co-owned and jointly run by @eventide-paradox, @lushy-nights, and @3dens-serpent, and the Robloxia: Abyssal Depths/Eldritch Builderman AU itself belongs to @winterarts. Most of the canonical information on the setting is over on @eldritchbuilderman, go check it out!

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[winterarts]

Roblox face does not change yet you can tell he is disappointed and dejected. "I would have guess." "The HQ is a building where a lot of robloxians and gods work at in order to make this place better for its citizens. It is different from Jan's library. The archive is a place in HQ where our files are sorted. I do not believe it would be bad to show you around. You are not a threat. My creator would do the same. Follow me." He gestures to follow him ads he starts walking towards HQ.

[starcycle-trio]

SOL makes a trilling noise…it sounds like a happy sound, so it's probably a good thing.

People! Civilization! C'mon!

SOL skitters ahead...only to realize that they have no idea where they’re going, slowing down to wait for Roblox and their fellow critters to catch up.

[Who is your creator?]

FRIEND moves to follow Roblox. NIL floats up into the air, following after them.

Exclamation. Statement. (Remember! Said made by 'H-Q C-E-O'.) …Query. (...What is 'C-E-O'?)

[winterarts]

"My creator is Builderman, CEO and founder of Robox HQ. The CEO is at the top of the chain of command in a company. Whatever he says, goes. He disappeared months ago, only leaving a note and a drop of this weird ink we have no figured out what it is. He is one of 9 current confirmed disappearances. We believe this may be tied to previous disappearances years ago, which were 2 HQ employees: an admin and a worker." He continues walking until he stops at the door of a large building, at least 10 stories high, with 2 towers. It was mainly made up of metal beams and glass. A large red "Roblox HQ" sign is at the very top and a square symbol with a hole is placed in the middle. The square almost looks like the shape of an eldritch core if it was simplified.

"This is Roblox HQ where we empower imagination. We help robloxians with their problems and make sure their creative spirits are not extinguished."

[starcycle-trio]

Acknowledgement. Query. (Interesting! Many problems need helping?)

NIL's tail undulates beneath them as they stare up at the building. They may not be able to see any of the details, but the general shape- including that of the logo- is certainly visible to their psuedo-eyes.

“…How do you ‘Empower Imagination?“

SOL asked, looking up at the building and becoming very aware of how small they are. They shuffle back instinctively, deciding it’s probably better to stick a little closer to FRIEND.

[Weird ink?]

FRIEND doesn't have eyes at all, but they look up and then down. The ground is hollow, or at least the density is all wrong, but they'll mention that to the other two later.

[winterarts]

"It is more of a saying. We have a program that funds education and helps with critical thinking. This in turn helps a portion of the population to be more creative in their solution, then we help said creativity grow with literature, art, and tech programs. The more they use their brains, the better for us."

He opens the door to let them enter. The ground floor is bustling with employees, interns, and secretaries walking by. Nearby there was a stand where a receptionist stood.

"The ink was thicker and stickier than normal. It was this deep blue color with ultramarine shimmer. I swear I could hear it bubble and see it wriggle. It was...strange. We tried to check what it was made of, but it's material was in none of our database."

[starcycle-trio]

[Sounds mutually beneficial.]

FRIEND's voice was slightly more muffled- like they were containing it inside their goo rather than trying to make it too audible.. They stayed close to Roblox, without touching him of course. If they had a brain it'd probably be making audible gear turning noises by this point.

How…s-t-i-c-k-y is ink usually? Is it yummy? Does it taste good? Have you tried tasting it?

SOL tilts their head as they walk, keeping close to FRIEND.

Sometimes you learn stuff by tasting it. Rocks are rough and not tasty- some…light tastes better then others!

Statement. Query. (Interesting. Ink wriggle not normal?)

NIL seems slightly distracted as they float through the doorway. This is a lot more hustle and bustle than they're used to!

[winterarts]

Roblox talks to the receptionist, who gives him some badges. He places each one on the 3 slugs. They each have the word "Visitor" written on. He walks towards the elevator and presses the button. For now, all he can do is wait. "Ink sticks to the pores, almost like it wants to breach the skin and get inside. It is not natural. Ink is supposed to be static. It should not wriggle and move. I have tasted it and it tastes nothing like regular ink. Regular ink has this faintly sweet yet sharp, burning taste. This ink...I do not know how to describe it but it tastes...nostalgic."

The elevator finally opens. He looks at all of you and gestures to get in.

[starcycle-trio]

FRIEND decides not to eat the badge, and slugs their way into the elevator when it opens.

[Nostalgic? never heard that word.] [But ink is likely not ink then, do not know what ink is exactly. But if moving and trying to crawl inside….]

They sit in the corner. They do not finish the thought. A small tendril sprouts from NIL’s torso, wrapping around the badge and holding it just beside the eye pattern running down their chest as they drift into the elevator.

Query. Query. (Found in place of ‘Builder Man’, yes? Other missing leave ink too?)

SOL does consider trying to bite the badge for about 10 seconds, but ultimately decides against it. They follow FRIEND and NIL into the elevator, checking out each corner of it- not that there was anything of interest. It’s just an elevator. Probably.

Such a small box. Teeny tiny box. Why are we going in it?

[winterarts]

The elevator closes and Roblox presses the button to the basement(the normal one).

"Only Builderman, my creator, left that ink. Everyone else disappeared without a trace. The ink is in the archives as evidence. That is where we are going." The elevator gives a little tune as the door opens to the Archives. You can see a woman with a snake body sorting some documents.

"That is Jan, Goddess of Literature. She keeps the archives and the library tidy."

Jan finally notices the new arrivals. She perks up seeing Roblox as he rarely gets out of the office nowadays.

"Oh, Roblox! How are you, dear? It's so rare seeing you out and about. And who are these three little cuties?"

[starcycle-trio]

NIL waves a wing, floating up to Jan and giving her...well, I'd say a sniff, but they don't have a nose, so it's really more of a gentle nudge.

Statement. Exclamation. (Name is NIL. Here for learn!)

[Hi. I dont have name]

FRIEND is now looking around, probably for something that they can actually 'look' at without the ability to actually see…

Exclamation. (Friend is FRIEND! :D)

SOL runs up to Jan, trilling with excitement and skittering in excited circles.

Hello!!!! Name is SOL! I am called SOL!! Purple one is our friend!!! Very curious want to learn everything can we have Everything!!!!?

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[winterarts]

Roblox face does not change yet you can tell he is disappointed and dejected. "I would have guess." "The HQ is a building where a lot of robloxians and gods work at in order to make this place better for its citizens. It is different from Jan's library. The archive is a place in HQ where our files are sorted. I do not believe it would be bad to show you around. You are not a threat. My creator would do the same. Follow me." He gestures to follow him ads he starts walking towards HQ.

[starcycle-trio]

SOL makes a trilling noise…it sounds like a happy sound, so it's probably a good thing.

People! Civilization! C'mon!

SOL skitters ahead...only to realize that they have no idea where they’re going, slowing down to wait for Roblox and their fellow critters to catch up.

[Who is your creator?]

FRIEND moves to follow Roblox. NIL floats up into the air, following after them.

Exclamation. Statement. (Remember! Said made by 'H-Q C-E-O'.) …Query. (...What is 'C-E-O'?)

[winterarts]

"My creator is Builderman, CEO and founder of Robox HQ. The CEO is at the top of the chain of command in a company. Whatever he says, goes. He disappeared months ago, only leaving a note and a drop of this weird ink we have no figured out what it is. He is one of 9 current confirmed disappearances. We believe this may be tied to previous disappearances years ago, which were 2 HQ employees: an admin and a worker." He continues walking until he stops at the door of a large building, at least 10 stories high, with 2 towers. It was mainly made up of metal beams and glass. A large red "Roblox HQ" sign is at the very top and a square symbol with a hole is placed in the middle. The square almost looks like the shape of an eldritch core if it was simplified.

"This is Roblox HQ where we empower imagination. We help robloxians with their problems and make sure their creative spirits are not extinguished."

[starcycle-trio]

Acknowledgement. Query. (Interesting! Many problems need helping?)

NIL's tail undulates beneath them as they stare up at the building. They may not be able to see any of the details, but the general shape- including that of the logo- is certainly visible to their psuedo-eyes.

“…How do you ‘Empower Imagination?“

SOL asked, looking up at the building and becoming very aware of how small they are. They shuffle back instinctively, deciding it’s probably better to stick a little closer to FRIEND.

[Weird ink?]

FRIEND doesn't have eyes at all, but they look up and then down. The ground is hollow, or at least the density is all wrong, but they'll mention that to the other two later.

[winterarts]

"It is more of a saying. We have a program that funds education and helps with critical thinking. This in turn helps a portion of the population to be more creative in their solution, then we help said creativity grow with literature, art, and tech programs. The more they use their brains, the better for us."

He opens the door to let them enter. The ground floor is bustling with employees, interns, and secretaries walking by. Nearby there was a stand where a receptionist stood.

"The ink was thicker and stickier than normal. It was this deep blue color with ultramarine shimmer. I swear I could hear it bubble and see it wriggle. It was...strange. We tried to check what it was made of, but it's material was in none of our database."

[starcycle-trio]

[Sounds mutually beneficial.]

FRIEND's voice was slightly more muffled- like they were containing it inside their goo rather than trying to make it too audible.. They stayed close to Roblox, without touching him of course. If they had a brain it'd probably be making audible gear turning noises by this point.

How…s-t-i-c-k-y is ink usually? Is it yummy? Does it taste good? Have you tried tasting it?

SOL tilts their head as they walk, keeping close to FRIEND.

Sometimes you learn stuff by tasting it. Rocks are rough and not tasty- some…light tastes better then others!

Statement. Query. (Interesting. Ink wriggle not normal?)

NIL seems slightly distracted as they float through the doorway. This is a lot more hustle and bustle than they're used to!

[winterarts]

Roblox talks to the receptionist, who gives him some badges. He places each one on the 3 slugs. They each have the word "Visitor" written on. He walks towards the elevator and presses the button. For now, all he can do is wait. "Ink sticks to the pores, almost like it wants to breach the skin and get inside. It is not natural. Ink is supposed to be static. It should not wriggle and move. I have tasted it and it tastes nothing like regular ink. Regular ink has this faintly sweet yet sharp, burning taste. This ink...I do not know how to describe it but it tastes...nostalgic."

The elevator finally opens. He looks at all of you and gestures to get in.

[starcycle-trio]

FRIEND decides not to eat the badge, and slugs their way into the elevator when it opens.

[Nostalgic? never heard that word.] [But ink is likely not ink then, do not know what ink is exactly. But if moving and trying to crawl inside….]

They sit in the corner. They do not finish the thought. A small tendril sprouts from NIL’s torso, wrapping around the badge and holding it just beside the eye pattern running down their chest as they drift into the elevator.

Query. Query. (Found in place of ‘Builder Man’, yes? Other missing leave ink too?)

SOL does consider trying to bite the badge for about 10 seconds, but ultimately decides against it. They follow FRIEND and NIL into the elevator, checking out each corner of it- not that there was anything of interest. It’s just an elevator. Probably.

Such a small box. Teeny tiny box. Why are we going in it?

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[winterarts]

Roblox face does not change yet you can tell he is disappointed and dejected. "I would have guess." "The HQ is a building where a lot of robloxians and gods work at in order to make this place better for its citizens. It is different from Jan's library. The archive is a place in HQ where our files are sorted. I do not believe it would be bad to show you around. You are not a threat. My creator would do the same. Follow me." He gestures to follow him ads he starts walking towards HQ.

[starcycle-trio]

SOL makes a trilling noise…it sounds like a happy sound, so it's probably a good thing.

People! Civilization! C'mon!

SOL skitters ahead...only to realize that they have no idea where they’re going, slowing down to wait for Roblox and their fellow critters to catch up.

[Who is your creator?]

FRIEND moves to follow Roblox. NIL floats up into the air, following after them.

Exclamation. Statement. (Remember! Said made by 'H-Q C-E-O'.) …Query. (...What is 'C-E-O'?)

[winterarts]

"My creator is Builderman, CEO and founder of Robox HQ. The CEO is at the top of the chain of command in a company. Whatever he says, goes. He disappeared months ago, only leaving a note and a drop of this weird ink we have no figured out what it is. He is one of 9 current confirmed disappearances. We believe this may be tied to previous disappearances years ago, which were 2 HQ employees: an admin and a worker." He continues walking until he stops at the door of a large building, at least 10 stories high, with 2 towers. It was mainly made up of metal beams and glass. A large red "Roblox HQ" sign is at the very top and a square symbol with a hole is placed in the middle. The square almost looks like the shape of an eldritch core if it was simplified.

"This is Roblox HQ where we empower imagination. We help robloxians with their problems and make sure their creative spirits are not extinguished."

[starcycle-trio]

Acknowledgement. Query. (Interesting! Many problems need helping?)

NIL's tail undulates beneath them as they stare up at the building. They may not be able to see any of the details, but the general shape- including that of the logo- is certainly visible to their psuedo-eyes.

“…How do you ‘Empower Imagination?“

SOL asked, looking up at the building and becoming very aware of how small they are. They shuffle back instinctively, deciding it’s probably better to stick a little closer to FRIEND.

[Weird ink?]

FRIEND doesn't have eyes at all, but they look up and then down. The ground is hollow, or at least the density is all wrong, but they'll mention that to the other two later.

[winterarts]

"It is more of a saying. We have a program that funds education and helps with critical thinking. This in turn helps a portion of the population to be more creative in their solution, then we help said creativity grow with literature, art, and tech programs. The more they use their brains, the better for us."

He opens the door to let them enter. The ground floor is bustling with employees, interns, and secretaries walking by. Nearby there was a stand where a receptionist stood.

"The ink was thicker and stickier than normal. It was this deep blue color with ultramarine shimmer. I swear I could hear it bubble and see it wriggle. It was...strange. We tried to check what it was made of, but it's material was in none of our database."

[starcycle-trio]

[Sounds mutually beneficial.]

FRIEND's voice was slightly more muffled- like they were containing it inside their goo rather than trying to make it too audible.. They stayed close to Roblox, without touching him of course. If they had a brain it'd probably be making audible gear turning noises by this point.

How…s-t-i-c-k-y is ink usually? Is it yummy? Does it taste good? Have you tried tasting it?

SOL tilts their head as they walk, keeping close to FRIEND.

Sometimes you learn stuff by tasting it. Rocks are rough and not tasty- some…light tastes better then others!

Statement. Query. (Interesting. Ink wriggle not normal?)

NIL seems slightly distracted as they float through the doorway. This is a lot more hustle and bustle than they're used to!

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[winterarts]

Roblox face does not change yet you can tell he is disappointed and dejected. "I would have guess." "The HQ is a building where a lot of robloxians and gods work at in order to make this place better for its citizens. It is different from Jan's library. The archive is a place in HQ where our files are sorted. I do not believe it would be bad to show you around. You are not a threat. My creator would do the same. Follow me." He gestures to follow him ads he starts walking towards HQ.

[starcycle-trio]

SOL makes a trilling noise…it sounds like a happy sound, so it's probably a good thing.

People! Civilization! C'mon!

SOL skitters ahead...only to realize that they have no idea where they’re going, slowing down to wait for Roblox and their fellow critters to catch up.

[Who is your creator?]

FRIEND moves to follow Roblox. NIL floats up into the air, following after them.

Exclamation. Statement. (Remember! Said made by 'H-Q C-E-O'.) …Query. (...What is 'C-E-O'?)

[winterarts]

"My creator is Builderman, CEO and founder of Robox HQ. The CEO is at the top of the chain of command in a company. Whatever he says, goes. He disappeared months ago, only leaving a note and a drop of this weird ink we have no figured out what it is. He is one of 9 current confirmed disappearances. We believe this may be tied to previous disappearances years ago, which were 2 HQ employees: an admin and a worker." He continues walking until he stops at the door of a large building, at least 10 stories high, with 2 towers. It was mainly made up of metal beams and glass. A large red "Roblox HQ" sign is at the very top and a square symbol with a hole is placed in the middle. The square almost looks like the shape of an eldritch core if it was simplified.

"This is Roblox HQ where we empower imagination. We help robloxians with their problems and make sure their creative spirits are not extinguished."

[starcycle-trio]

Acknowledgement. Query.(Interesting! Many problems need helping?)

NIL's tail undulates beneath them as they stare up at the building. They may not be able to see any of the details, but the general shape- including that of the logo- is certainly visible to their psuedo-eyes.

…How do you ‘Empower Imagination?

SOL asked, looking up at the building and becoming very aware of how small they are. They shuffle back instinctively, deciding it’s probably better to stick a little closer to FRIEND.

[Weird ink?]

FRIEND doesn't have eyes at all, but they look up and then down. The ground is hollow, or at least the density is all wrong, but they'll mention that to the other two later.

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[winterarts]

Roblox face does not change yet you can tell he is disappointed and dejected. "I would have guess." "The HQ is a building where a lot of robloxians and gods work at in order to make this place better for its citizens. It is different from Jan's library. The archive is a place in HQ where our files are sorted. I do not believe it would be bad to show you around. You are not a threat. My creator would do the same. Follow me." He gestures to follow him ads he starts walking towards HQ.

[starcycle-trio]

SOL makes a trilling noise…it sounds like a happy sound, so it's probably a good thing.

People! Civilization! C'mon!

SOL skitters ahead...only to realize that they have no idea where they’re going, slowing down to wait for Roblox and their fellow critters to catch up.

[Who is your creator?]

FRIEND moves to follow Roblox. NIL floats up into the air, following after them.

Exclamation. Statement. (Remember! Said made by 'H-Q C-E-O'.) …Query. (...What is 'C-E-O'?)

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[winterarts]

Roblox thinks for a moment, "A god/goddess is a robloxian that have certain abilities that are not in the general populace. These abilities are usually based on the environment, such as making earthquakes, manipulating metal, being fireproof, having future foresight, etc. These gods have a different appearance from a regular robloxian, either having more creature features, extra limbs, multiple eyes, and others. They represent certain aspects like war, fighting, justice, knowledge and are "nurtured" when these concepts or something similar is being done." "The Goddess Jan is currently working at HQ, maintaining that each file is archived appropriately. I can introduce her to you, but we are currently extremely busy. Some of our highest and important admins have gone missing without a trace, including my creator. I would ask if you have any information regarding them, but since you are all new, I will guess you do not know anything about them."

[starcycle-trio]

NIL nods, intrigued.

Agreement. Exclamation. (Know little. Learning much!)

Don’t know, we are clueless unfortunately- tragically. This is a big planet- many places to hide! Hope you find them!

[Correct, little is known about the specifics. of anything, much less where people could have gone - if we knew anything about them we could attempt to help, information is good - source not of importance…]

Query. Query. (Library, archive, 'H-Q', same? Where?)

Can we see?

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[winterarts]

Roblox nods

"Yes, Robloxians are smart animals. Some consider themselves separate from animals even though it is not true. Robloxians have made all of this. The roads, the buildings, the vehicles, the computers. Almost everything you see here that is not made out of organic material is a Robloxian invention."

"The Internet is another robloxian invention. It stores all of the information and data of their society, or at least the ones they have been able to archive and store. It is also a place where they can communicate with each other. Please note that not all information on the Internet is true. There is a lot of misinformation and falsehoods and made up stuff in there."

If you want information, I recommend going to the library. The goddess Jan is in charge of the largest archive in robloxian history."

[starcycle-trio]

Exclamation. Query. Query. (Very smart! 'Library' is where? Direction?)

NIL chitters, the bottom of its face splitting apart and melding back together...happily? I think? FRIEND tilts their head, as far as they can without the other two falling over.

[…Goddess? What does that mean. Heard word but not gotten chance to ask what it means.]

SOL mimics the chittering, leaning off FRIEND's head to get a better look at the Robloxians.

Amazed! Amazed! Amazed!

They almost tumble off, and promptly back up onto safety. They’re asking questions very rapidly, it’s hard to understand them at points.

Can we go closer? Take a look at them? Are they hostile? Will they attack us?

[They run if they notice you. and from what information you've given me, you are very noticeable]

SOL makes a lil 'hmph' sound. How dare FRIEND say something that’s absolutely true?

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[winterarts]

"It seems all of you aren't the tech type."

He steps back after FRIEND and SOL bonk him.

"And please refrain from touching me. I do not like it. It would be much appreciated."

He dusts himself off and fixes his posture.

"For your information, a robot, such as I, is a machine that is programmed for complex actions and resembles and moves like a living creature. In my case, I resemble your common robloxian in body type. Like them."

He points to a random robloxian walking down the streets.

"I was made and programmed by Roblox HQ's CEO, Builderman, as his right hand man and successor. I deal with all tasks such as managing the company, meetings, debug our programs, fix infrastructure, and much more. A version is like an upgrade. It details what program you are using and how advanced or far along it is in its development. I am the latest version of robots and androids, being highly intelligent and having emotions. I act the most similar to a robloxian, even though I am not one."

"Online means that your device is connected to computer network, usually referring to the Internet, allowing you access to websites, applications, activities, and shared data."

Roblox is a certified yapper.

[starcycle-trio]

[Not been here long enough to know what most things are. We appreciate being informed greatly.]

It pulls its metal paw back into its body, returning to the loaf like shape

[Noted - no contact. Though that makes sharing things harder..]

SOL shuffles away once Roblox makes the boundary known.

Sounds interesting! Sounds cool!

It climbs onto FRIEND, basically using them as a stepping stool to look at Roblox better.

Can we see this ‘internet’?

Agreement. Exclamation. Acknowledgement. Query. (New here, don't know much. Learning! Interesting, yes…'Internet' can help learn?)

NIL floats up off the ground and onto FRIEND as well, wobbling a bit in mid-air.

Query. Query. (Robloxians, smart animals? Make things here?)

[The upright things, those are robloxians.]

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[winterarts]

"What do I eat? Mostly electricity and energy, maybe a some random robloxian's information online as a treat. As you can see, I am a robot. I have trouble eating regular foods."

He turns towards FRIEND

"So you can only see shapes and mass? I have a faint memory of only being able to see like that in my earlier versions."

[starcycle-trio]

[I dont have light sensors, thats what SOL uses i think. You're much denser than everything else up here]

FRIEND reaches over with a metal 'paw' and taps his shell.

[Very sturdy.]

Query. Query. (What is robot? What is versions?)

NIL cocks its head to the side, intrigued.

Exclamation. Assertation. (Feed on energy, same! Radiation, best.)

I feed on light!

SOL seems to gain the confidence to bonk their head into Roblox when FRIEND does so. Once they do, they begin to circle around him again, like an excited critter of some sort.

What’s online?

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[winterarts]

Roblox just looks at the three. They all look like really big slugs. He looks at himself, a very robloxian body. Now what the hell are these 3 talking about?

"I don't know if your vision is bad, but I do not resemble any of you. Maybe you are getting a bad signal?"

He is very confused.

[starcycle-trio]

[NIL, does our species have capacity for memory issues]

Statement. (Unsure.)

My vision is very good! The best!

SOL bobs its head to Roblox in what could be assumed to be a gesture of some sort.

What do you eat?

FRIEND turns back towards Roblox.

[I do not see like You or Sol. shapes and mass]

[starcycle-trio]

"uhhh, why are there 3 blobs on HQ grounds? Oh, they move. Ummm, what even are you?"

Roblox

NIL slithers towards Roblox, eyes flicking up and down as they begin to circle around him…kinda like a shark, if it was the size of a kitten and- never mind, analogy's running away from me already.

Statement. Query. (You. Us-like?)

FRIEND moves around Roblox before settling into something almost loaf-like in shape, 'looking' up at him.

[Like us, younger, but larger? Why.]

As much as Roblox could hear what they were saying, he could feel it in the ground. Like an overexcited puppy, SOL joins NIL in circling around Roblox, almost stumbling a few times in their excitement.

You are like us! I think! I assume! Become companions? Friends?

[starcycle-trio]

So, why did you land on this planet in particular?

Statement. (First suitable found.)

It was super interesting! Unique! Not like the other planets we passed by at all!

[Area of much inactivity- safer than most other planets I observed.]

[starcycle-trio]

give asks.. pls.... blinks

[starcycle-trio]

what if i throw three babies at you... two eldritch one fourth diemsional.

then what...

YOU KNOW WHAT-

WHAT IF I THROW THE FATHER OF THE FOURTH DIEMSIONAL BABY AT YOU.

Query (Distinction). (Is there a difference between eldritch and fourth-dimensional?)

FRIEND looks like they would be squinting if they could. They're looking through their currently limited information.

[4D is different plane than this one more sides to shapes in same space? I think? Knowledge on subject comes from listening to children argue about which shape is cooler.]

Statement (Acknowledgement). Query. (I see. And which are we?)

FRIEND shifts their goo in a shrugging manner.

[That would be a question for someone that knew.]

Are there 5th dimensions? 6th dimensions?

Query. (Is that relevant?)

[starcycle-trio]

Rectangle?

That’s a panel, they these nifty little pieces of technology! We were attempting to use them to communicate with you!

Acknowledgement. Query. (Ok. Why?)

[Technology is useful, stores data from what I've observed.] [Seems both solid and nonsolid.]

They tilt their head, shifting to look at it before attempting to bite it with the metal plates they call teeth, just in an attempt to grip it into their form once the talking stops.

[Take with? Probably be useful for later.]

Acknowledgement. Affirmative. (Makes sense. Sounds good.)

Doesn’t like fast and strong touch I think, maybe if we try to grab it gently? Not a lot of strength in our grip?

[starcycle-trio]

Hello little ones!!! Can you hear us? Can you read this? We are so excited to meet you!

Statement (Negative). Statement (Explanatory). Query. (Can't hear or read. Just know. Why?)

More glowing shapes! I think it hears! Us! Us! Can we hear you? Do you have a voice? A sound?

FRIEND creeps slightly towards the panel before tapping it with the bare metal of their 'paws', just trying to figure out what's in front of them.

[Heard, acknowledged… what is this rectangle]

SOL seems to copy, headbutting the panel. They go right through.