Hellish playground

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[telamon-xd]

remake starter post

Hello! this is the TelamonXD account! I'm remaking this post because I'm unhappy with the original one lmao. the rules are simple! -nothing NSFW -certain anon magic is allowed (you cant change the plot the story is going on,or kill other people,remove them from forsaken..yadda yadda..you get it) -we'd love to roleplay with other accounts! or interact with them in general! if you want to interact with us, send an ask in! we'll do our best to keep up! AVALIABLE CHARACTERS: Builderman: awake,but still messed up

shedletsky: healthy

dusekkar: Alt color healthy

Doombringer: Healthy

1x: healthy,separated from shedletsky

Boo: healthy

Guest 1337: DB

007n7: Alt color healthy

Noli: Alt color healthy,sleeping Scripter: healthy,on the run Elliot: healthy John Doe: healthy Soldier: Healthy Brighteyes: healthy Chance: healthy, i suppose Temporary(?) characters DB: Healthy Starcard: Healthy

colors are these unless i say otherwise in a post or thread,otherwise,refer to these. i will also try my best to make it clear who's talking anyways plot lmao

CURRENT EVENT: Builder's event its his turn PAST EVENTS: Meltdown

Friendly Rivalry

emoletskys account: @emoletsky

this blog is going to be rebranded a tiny bit, because i want to change the direction the blog is going in, the main user of this blog (despite the name) is going to be Shedletsky,which means everything asked, unless you specifically ask a different character, will be answered from his prospective. (and builderman too! but mostly shedletsky)

we will be posting lore and worldbuilding things here too, Aswell as reblogging whatever we post onto our main ( @wbwroom ) about our world here. creator has social anxiety and autism, so we won't start anything on our own with others unless we're really comfortable with you, or you tell us specifically to, which i like a lot lmao

besides that,i hope you're interested in seeing what we do from here on out!

-Boo

[wbwroom]

HP Shedletsky

shedletsky is super sappy. he's the type to cry into his pillow while listening to sad music after every inconvenience he absolutely had to force himself to stay up and moving after Builder found out about his past,he needs to help keep HQ safe from his past demons (literally)

[telamon-xd]

£They only shrugged, taking a moment to ponder.£ I’m not certain if Noli is a hacker-..exploiter-? too here or if things are different when it comes to him but, maybe? I mean..maybe it depends on many things, perhaps the consequences too if there are. £They’d soon smile a bit.£ You should be fine as long as nobody else knows about it. And since you’d know who the others meet and some more..specific info that’s said, I assume what isn’t said would remain unknown, correct? As for there being other worlds, How much do you know about this kind of subject?

—> 🂱

"as far as I'm aware,Noli is an exploiter like me. his lore isnt finished yet. who knows. it could change. and nobody will find out. i'm very careful on the timing of answering these questions. things not on this blog i cannot see. so if the creator is planning something lore wise for me or anyone else,i have no idea until its posted on this blog." he sighed,scrolling some more on his panel "other worlds are complicated. I know what a character visiting the world is supposed to know. so if theres a plot in the story that an outside character shouldnt know,i don't know it. that would make me a little too overpowered,and not very fun to interact with."

[telamon-xd]

£Insert here the monkey thinking gif.png while processing that info-£ Ohh..so you can know anything that happens here? That’s certainly cool- and very useful- maybe..dangerous too, but it’s best to not jinx things. £Blinking a few times. Placing a hand on Seven’s head, deciding to give him some soft pats. They weren’t sure what to say, at all.£ Hopefully you won’t have to, nor such to happen.. Only thing that concerns me is about Elliot when it comes to that subject, and if everyone knows about it or not really-

—> 🂱

"knows about me..? or about elliot..? because for both answers,its no. also its very dangerous for me to have this knowledge,i'm sure. I mean-if Noli or someone else found out,it could possibly ruin them. not everyone can handle the fourth wall." he let himself be pat,his tail swishing slowly behind him

[telamon-xd]

Ooc: Ohh..That’s understandable and is alright- I didn’t forget about it but, I wasn’t sure if to ask about it or if tumblr got it nyom till now- ;;awa I don’t mind if we continue it or if it’s preferred to start a new rp for Chance

Of coursee! Always hearing about something relating to a pizzeria most of the time, asides of a few things more- Wait..really?? :0 May I see what you can do, Seven? I mean- I know there are panels stuff..or whatever those screens are called- but, personally? I never got to see how those work

—> 🂱

"oh-this isnt ane exploit panel-i can let you see my exploiter one though-this is my access to your Tumblr. its my fourth wall information. anything posted on this account,ive seen. and the pizzaria..that was a very long time ago. i don't do things like that anymore unless I have to. i couldve killed people- i was a troll,not a murderer."

[telamon-xd]

Ooc: YEAHH I finally made the blog :,D it isn’t finished at all but, I think it is good enough to use now- I sadlyy..don’t recall if the last ask for Chance got to be sent or not,,nor know who he should meet next so far- everyone are just too cool sobs /g

I have one or two questions for Seven. What do you think about the other survivors? Oh! And, Is it true that you are- or were- the best hacker?

—> 🂱

I do still have your last ask with chance,but I got super busy and then didnt know if you even still remembered it and i didnt want to answer if you forgot about it lol-

"the other survivors..? The admins are alright. Builder isreally sweet,shedletsky is nice enough,Dusekkar leaves me alone and I leave him alone..unless he's tasked with helping me during the rounds.." 007n7 looked up from his panel at the accusation "..people have been calling me the best hacker? I mean-i still exploit-i wouldn't say i'm the best at it-its more..recreational."

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"..."

[A flicker of something akin to empathy flashed through his eyes. His voice softened a fraction.]

"No, dont apologise for rambling. People often have reasons behind their secrets. My... ex-wife and I. We kept a lot of secrets, and they were for valid reasons. But in the end it only caused more problems. Sometimes people cause harm in an attempt to..."

[He glanced away]

"Protect what they care about."

[He paused.]

"... Have you asked him why?"

[telamon-xd]

"..i havent had the chance to talk to him yet..I love him. so much. but he shouldve told me he was hurting! im supposed to comfort people-him especially!-" Builder just shook his head. he didnt know why he felt the need to comfort and calm others. it felt like something woven deep into his very core. like that was his purpose.

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Supposed to do this, supposed to do that... Gods, you mortals never take a break do you? You're all the damn same. Anyway, when we get there, first of all you're talking to him. Then I'll sort my shit out and get off your world."

[telamon-xd]

"alright..yeah..i probably should talk to him..swords..he's probably so upset-" Builders antenna drooped,his pace picking up. he didnt want to cause anymore anxiety for the person he loved dearly

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[He easily matched the pace]

"... What foods do you enjoy?"

[It was a mundane question. Something you'd say when sat at a table with someone, not what you'd ask when someone is worried about their partner's mental state.]

[telamon-xd]

"..I like almost anything..but I prefer sweet stuff. brownies and hot chocolate are my favorites.." He kept walking,adjusting his hardhat,reaching another door "we're almost there..sorry-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Dont apologise. You're fine."

[He glanced up as they walked in]

"Emo."

[im gonna go on a whim and say emo MIGHT recognise xelim from past encounters...? at least recognise his voice...?]

[telamon-xd]

Shedletsky jumped,startled. he was caring for Guest,who was awake now,but still disoriented "what do you want-i'm busy-Builder-" Shedletskys angry glare softened when he saw the other,Guest lifts his head lazily,his head still killing him,but it was geting better now that he was away from DB,Shedletskys hair and skill also had returned to their normal state,no longer under DB's influence

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"You're looking much better. Anyway. Explain yourself. It's the least you owe. Im going to take a look at your Guest."

[He walked over, with a surprisingly gentle touch considering the coldness on his face and even in his skin, and began examining Guest.]

[telamon-xd]

Shedletsky just sighs,and walks over to Builder "listen..I'm sorry. it was wrong for me to keep this from you..i didnt think i'd ever have to deal with any of this again..and frankly I don't like to think about those times..but you deserved to know. we wont be able to grow if we keep secrets from eachother.." Builders expression just softens "I don't blame you..i was just really hurt and overwhelmed..I mean,i just found out my partner was from another world-which isnt a problem for me!!-but-you weren't even a regular shedletsky-your whole world is..well-really different than what I'm used to-770n0-DB-i'd never met other aus with people like that-and I guess I was scared..but that doesnt exscuse how I treated you. and i'm sorry about that too."

[telamon-xd]

A portal/rift opened up and Shedletsky walked through. He looked around. "Wait- this isn't the HQ-" They blurted out as they quickly realized this wasn't right.

Shedletsky looked back at where the rift/portal was at and saw it was gone. "Sh-t." He opened his admin panel and started messing with stuff on it.

They grumbled in annoyance. "Great, it won't work. Maybe my admin panel is broken again. How fantastic." He sighed and closed his admin panel. The wings on their head twitched anxiously, though this place looked vaguely familiar. He started to walk around, exploring.

They walked for a bit before finding a door that was closed. He knocked on it, to see if anyone would answer.

@telamon-thewielderoftheswords

"you too,huh.." Starcard sighs,leaning against the wall,while Doom perked up "Hi! welcome to HQ! we haven't had any visitors in a while." Dusekkar hums "you mean besides starcard?" "ah-yeah!-besides Starcard-"

1x didnt say much,just watching the Shedletsky and Starcard closely

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Heh. Hello! Didn't mean to just, intrude. My admin panel apparently just doesn't like me. So, I bet this is just a different universe." Shedletsky was smiling, despite his predicament.

Shedletsky noticed 1x and waved. Their head wings flapped a bit, which they might look oddly familiar to 1x(as I can remember).

Then Shedletsky looked at Starcard, curiosity getting the best of him. "Are you Starcard? I don't believe I've met you." The way they spoke made it sound like they had an idea of where they were. Or he was just super friendly

[telamon-xd]

"yeah..Thats me. you know who I am?" "Thats what we all said the first time someone visited." Dusekkar huffs,before looking back to 1x "You get used to it." Doom just smiles at the shedletsky "do you need help with anything?we're in the middle of a big crisis. DB is possibly alone with Builder.. we hope not,but its likely."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I don't know you or DB." Shedletsky was looking at Starcard and then looked at Doom. "From the sounds of it, DB isn't trustworthy?"

"Also, I don't actually need help with anything, besides the fact I need to find a way back to my world. Which can wait a while, I'm in no rush."

[telamon-xd]

"i don't really know what he's like now..i mean-i havent seen him in such a long time..he's my partner-He was always a little..much.." Doom huffs "he's more than a little. he told Builder that shed was a worldhopper. Builder can't even look at him right now!" Dusekkar's eyes widen "exscuse me he's a what?? which makes you-" He stares at 1x,who just shrugs "I'm suprised it took you this long,honestly."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh wow. He uh.. Doesn't seem like the best person. I probably should keep distance from him."

Shedletsky stood there and just thought for a bit. Before speaking, "Is there anything, I can possibly help with? If not that's fine."

[telamon-xd]

"wait! he's not-he's not a bad guy-he's just..he's a lot to handle-he's hard to deal with if you don't know him-" 1x gives a 'are you serious' look

"listen starz. i know he's your partner and all that,but you're biased. he's always been a jerk. you're just blinded by love. you and pastel both were really blind to his actions." Starcard rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly "i guess.." Doom interrupts "the best thing you can do for us right now is to stay away from DB. we don't know what he's planning,and we'd hate for him to hurt a guest to our world.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Makes sense to me. Though I don't know if he could hurt me but I also don't know him.."

Shedletsky thought for a long moment, like he was debating and perhaps it wasn't for something smart.

"Yeah, sure. I can stay away from him."

They were horrible at lying. To the point that anyone, perhaps even someone who is normally oblivious, could tell he was lying.

[telamon-xd]

Dusekkar and 1x looked at eachother,clocking it instantly. Doom on the other hand,tried to be more trusting "thank you..trust me..he's not a good guy. he was possesing me for a while.."

Starcard looked a little upset after learning that,but stayed silent. He knew DB could be a handful,but would he actually do that..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That's doesn't sound good." He sounded upset on Doom's behalf but also curious(about DB).

They thought for a moment, curiosity etched on their face but they seemed to have dropped it at least for now, seemed like it.

"Yeah that really doesn't sound good. Is there anything else I should know?"

He was trying to seem nonchalant about it but his words were laced with curiosity

[telamon-xd]

"i think he's with Builder..we should really have someone separate the two if i'm going to be honest.." 1x just huffs,kicking nothing "DB is a very determined being. once he has his mind on something,he wont back down esily. like bulder. just evil as fuck." Starcard gave a soft smile "yeah..i always loved that about him..he never backs down.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I could try to help?"

Shedletsky tilted his head and for a moment there was a red ring around his pupils before it disappeared.

"If you would let me of course."

They ignored 1x's comment about DB being determined. He just looked at Doom, studying his face and waiting for a response. They tilted their head slightly(Studying people/things is Telamon's trait here and head tilting)

[telamon-xd]

"i..don't think that's a good idea-he's very manipulative-He's dangerous-I don't want him to hurt you-" "DB wouldnt hurt anyone." Dusekkar just stays silent,floating back to his books,while Doom gives Starcard a look of sympathy "he already has. and now he's manipulating Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I'll be fine. I can handle myself. Plus if one of you want to come as well then I'll have back up. But I would really like to help."

Shedletsky has been very kind and didn't seem to want to go over boundaries since he got here. Right now, they were crossing that line. He wasn't exactly asking anymore. They were suggesting someone could go with them but nonetheless, they seemed set on helping to separate Builder and DB

[telamon-xd]

this can happen but it would be noncanon to the story from this part out,i also just love to write DB,sooo

1x sighs and stands up "fine. i'll go. keep you from getting too comfortable with him. you need someone who knows his games anyways. i'm the only one besides starcard here that does. and Starcard is hot gluing his rose tinted glasses to his face." Starcard looked offended,before doom rubbed his shoulder,calming him down

[nyx-theangel]

Alr alr :D

"Alright! Thank you. Well let's get going."

Shedletsky was about to start walking out of the room before pausing and looking at 1x

"I have no idea where he actually is. Mind leading the way???"

Once 1x agreed(which he probably did or whatever), Shedletsky then started to walk. His curiosity was bubbling but he also knew he had to tread cautiously.

[wbwroom]

"yeah yeah. this way." 1x grumbled,pretty much dragging the shedletsky by his sleeve he didnt really care if the other shedletsky was uncomfortable,he treated it like a chore,if deep down,he really wanted builder to be ok. the more people in the room,the less likely he'd try something. right..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky shrugged. He just followed 1x.

They decided to make a comment so they didn't just walk in silence, "A lot has happened since my last visit, hm?" He didn't explain what he meant by that but it was an indication that he's been here before.

[telamon-xd]

"tons. Doom was possesed,that freaky star guy is here now,DB is doing illumina knows what-Builders being stupidly sweet an dodging red flags,its stressful. as long as whatevers going on is contained in HQ though,its not too big of a deal." 1x didnt register that indication,just assuming he was someone Builder had spoken to before,builder loves greeting other aus that visit. and he was asleep half the time. "i'm worried for Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That is worrisome.. Perhaps with others there tho, nothing bad will happen? Hopefully."

Shedletsky looked ahead and spotted the kitchen(I believe that's where DB and Builder were during this).

"Is that where they are?" He tilted his head as he asked that

[telamon-xd]

"it should be. if they aren't there i'm going to tear a hole in the wall." 1x kicked the door open agressively,fixing the domino crown on his head,and it slipped slightly "HEY DIPSHIT. GET AWAY FROM MY DAD." Builder was in his blob form,eating icecream,and DB looked over,slightly startled "woah-don't break the door,im sure your friends wouldnt be very happy about that-" "Don't care. what a-" He finally took in the scene,builder eating icecream,DB watching,holding a napkin just in case it looked really cute. "..did you poison it or something??-" DB's eyes landed on the other shedletsky instead of answering such a ridiculous question "oh? and who's this?"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at the scene. He came into the kitchen. He then looked at DB.

"I'm Shedletsky, from another world." He kept his answer short, not giving too much detail. His head wings twitched slightly

He looked over at Builder and waved at him. Then looked back at DB.

"You must be DB? We haven't met before."

[telamon-xd]

"thats me,yes. I'm also from another world. My world is long gone though,i'm afraid. i'm working on a way to bring it back." DB smiles at the other shedletsky,before checking back up on Builder. 1x looked disgusted "he's bad. like,really bad. dont let him get in your head. literally."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky glanced at 1x.

"Alright. I understand." They were still keeping that in mind but they weren't going to be outright hostile to someone they just met.

He looked at DB. "If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your world? Unless that is a sensitive topic you don't want to discuss."

[telamon-xd]

"sensitive to shedletsky maybe. but i'm not ashamed of my past. Our world was infected by an entity that spread a corruption. I was one of the first to get corrupted,so I really didnt have to see the world fall apart. I guess most of the world is gone now,though. there's corrupted versions of our friends walking around,probably my partner aswell-i'm trying to find a way to bring them all back,to fix our world. I was hoping i'd have some luck here." 1x just glared at him,refusing to feel any remorse for him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can end up finding a way to bring them back and fix your world."

Despite how the words could be seen as encouraging or perhaps someone who felt pity trying to comfort someone, Shedletsky wasn't showing either on his face, body language, or even tone of voice. They were being neutral, so it wasn't hostile but it also wasn't meant to let anyone in either.

"Though, I have seen many people... Unhappy, to put it, with you being here. Which, not to assume or come of as hostile, I believe there would have to be a reason for that. Would you perhaps have an idea about why this is?"

(I love how this stupid bird can't always hide his habit of speech because of how he talks as Telamon)

[telamon-xd]

"shedletsky has told them stories. forcing his opinion of me onto others. I havn't done anything. besides possess Doom. but in my defesnse I didnt even do that on purpose. and its not like i did anything bad with his body either." DB's eyes locked onto 1x "i dont know this one. but they seem to hate me just as much as emo. kinda reminds me of him aswell. looks wise. emo wasnt as aggressive." "makes me wonder.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. Well, I don't plan on being hostile to you. Since there has been no reason to, yet."

Shedletsky looked at 1x and then back at DB

"Who is Emo? If I may ask? I haven't heard that name before"

He tilted his head, curious. They were observant and curious. Which with how much curiosity he has, it may as well as possibly become dangerous with the wrong people(DB in this case).

[telamon-xd]

"its what my shedletsky was called before he showed up here. now everyones calling him shedletsky. its weird." "people change their names sometimes. its not that weird." 1x was extremely verbally hostile to to DB. he must really hate him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Ohhh.. Makes sense. Though 1x does have a point that some people do change their names. But sometimes it takes people time to get used to it."

Shedletsky paused and took a moment to think and then decided to say it anyways.

"My Roblox for example. They literally just say "you" when speaking to me. Name changes take people time to get used to and some get used to it faster than others."

Perhaps it was careless for him to say that but he didn't seem bothered by it

[telamon-xd]

1x shrugged "DB shouldnt even be alive to get used to the name change. we saw him get corrupted." DB doesnt react to 1x's insult,just watching builder "its fascinating to watch this guy eat"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky sighed. They looked at 1x.

"I get you hate him, but perhaps being this hostile isn't the way to go?"

He glanced at DB and back at 1x waiting for a response.

[telamon-xd]

"nothing else works on him! he's evil! he's been like this forever! kindness and understanding only make him more driven!!" DB just shrugs

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at DB and then 1x. They looked confused at 1x's comment

"What makes him evil? I don't understand but I would like to know. I might understand your point of view then.."

[telamon-xd]

"he has a god complex. at least thats how I see it. he thinks he can play god and bring his world back. he doesnt care what methods. he'd step on all of us if it meant bringing the world back. he's NOT misunderstood though. he was still manipulative towards both his partner and his best friend before any of this too. he's always been a bad person." "How i do wish I knew how you know anything about my life before this. you weren't there. you were still a piece of Emo."

[nyx-theangel]

Shedletsky looked at 1x for a bit. Then he looked at DB.

"I see...."

They looked at Builder and went over to DB and Builder. He looked back at DB and his eyes were narrowed, as if suspicious. But they dropped any sense of attempted friendliness and their face looked almost blank.

"Perhaps, you should stand away from him. Hm?" It was asked but the tone didn't make it sound like a request.

[telamon-xd]

so pissed my computer shut itself down while i was typing this earlier "calm down. I'm not going to hurt him,we're just talking. is it wrong for me to converse with others? can I not make friends?" 1x clentched his jaw, trying to hold himself back from just attacking the guy right here,right now.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Ohh :( hopefully it won't shut down again? Or if it does, we can have a break :] or rn even if you would like

"I am calm. I would request you to move. For safety reasons until you can be trusted."

Shedletsky got slightly irritated at DB's response. His head wings spread out, revealing the two sets instead of just one that has been visible.

They took a deep breath, to calm themselves down a bit.

"If you refuse to move, I won't make you. However, I will be staying here. No matter what your choice is."

[telamon-xd]

DB just shrugs,standing up. he doesnt seem that bothered by this,which is sort of weird. "if you insist. very pretty wings. i like them."

its fine my computers just a pos ngl

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky got confused by DB's reaction, he thought that DB would've been at least somewhat bothered. They tilted their head to the side

"Thank you.."

His wings folded back up to just relax. They stopped tilting their head and looked at Builder to check on him

Despite Shedletsky obviously not coming from here, he seemed concerned for Builder anyways.

Mind if I maybe add someone else eventually? :> To try and make things more interesting?

[telamon-xd]

go ahead lol i don't mind :]

"its a manipulation tactic. don't trust him. ever. at all. no matter what he says to you." 1x was clearly very on edge. he didnt want his "dad" to be hurt by this absolute jerk

DB just adjusts his halo,not really listening anymore.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Mhm-" Shedletsky paused, their wings twitched. He looked away from Builder. They seemed to have noticed something but nothing was happening.

Not even a minute later, a portal/rift opened. Builderman walked out, mumbling. The portal/rift closed behind him.

Shedletsky's wings fluffed/puffed up. He went over to Builderman. Their pupils were bigger than normal. He was trying to be nonchalant but he seemed happy to see Builderman.

Builderman looked at Shedletsky and sighed in relief.

"There you are. I've been trying t-"

Shedletsky suddenly hugged Builderman, pretty tightly. "Hi, Builder.."

Builderman snickered and hugged Shedletsky back.

"Hey Tela."

Builderman looked at DB and 1x. He gave a polite smile

"Oh, uh hello."

[telamon-xd]

DB and 1x looked at eachother,then back at the builderman with suprise. neither were expecting that "brighteyes just lets anyone through these days,huh.." 1x grumbled, while DB merely shrugged. he really wasnt bothered by any of this

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman rubbed the back of his head.

"I was just looking for-"

Builderman paused and looked at Shedletsky, taking a second to take in his appearance before continuing.

"Shed. I was looking for Shed and he wouldn't answer me so I went searching."

Shedletsky glanced at 1x and then DB. They glared at DB and hugged Builderman closer. Despite how he was trying to be civil before.

[telamon-xd]

DB ignored the glare,averting his eye,looking down at the table,scraping his claw against it gently 1x just huffed. leave it to him to give visitors grief. it wouldnt be him if he didnt. "whatever. I don't care. we've just had a bunch of sketchy people visiting recently." his eyes glare to DB,before looking back at the other builder

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh."

Builderman looked at 1x and then DB. He made the connection pretty quickly. He looked at Shedletsky and sighed. He looked back at 1x.

"Well, I can assure you that I'm not here to cause trouble."

Shedletsky kept glaring at DB, not taking their eyes off him.

"I can, also try to keep Shed out of trouble if you would like. Though that might be difficult.."

Builderman added, which might have been a little obvious why he had made that comment.

[telamon-xd]

"he hasnt really been that bad. ive been more worried about this guy back here. knew him in a previous world. well-not me-but our shedletsky. he wasnt good news back then,and he certainly isnt now." 1x huffed again. he was tired of all this shit happening back to back. when would he get a break?? seems a lot to ask for these days..

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh! Well, I'm glad Shed hasn't caused you any trouble. And uh.. I can tell that muc-"

"He's unsettling. And I don't trust him."

Builderman glanced at Shedletsky and sighed. He didn't pay attention to the tone change in Shedletsky's voice.

"That's unfortunate that you have to deal with that. I would ask if there is anything I can do to help but this is not my world so I don't think I could help.."

Builderman grabbed one of Shedletsky's hands.

[telamon-xd]

DB looked up,and pointed at himself like it was a question,then went back to what he was doing 1x just sighs "Right now we aren't even sure what we're going to do..i doubt outside help could be of any use..especially for people who don't know his patterns.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Yes you."

"That's fair. Well at least we can do our best. Even if it isn't much."

Shedletsky looked at Builderman and grumbled.

"I am not doing anything..."

Builderman ignored Shedletsky and took a step back from him. But didn't let go of their hand.

"Oh, yeah. I don't believe I got your name?"

Shedletsky looked back at DB, not glaring but not looking away.

[telamon-xd]

"i am 1x1x1x1. or 1x. nobody calls me 1x1x1x1. it takes too long." 1x's stance softened,he was calming down slightly now that he was sure this Builder wasnt a threat. Meanwhile DB was adjusting his halo,not paying attention anymore

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman froze but then seemed to relax a moment later. He smiled.

"I see, it's nice to meet you. And I would believe you know who I am. Since I believe I would be in your world."

Shedletsky looked at Builderman and then back at DB. He moved slightly, to move slightly towards DB.

Builderman sighed and seemed frustrated. He looked at Shedletsky.

"Shed."

Shedletsky didn't listen and just kept looking at DB.

"Telamon. Don't ignore me."

That got Shedletsky's attention and he looked at Builderman.

"Quit it. I know what you're trying to do."

Shedletsky just looked at Builderman, then at DB, and back at Builderman.

"Fine. I'll stop.."

[telamon-xd]

DB didnt seem to notice,still doing his own thing 1x just shrugs,not really caring of this shedletsky did anything to DB "you're telamon too,huh? so was ours. but it wasnt really a godly being like most telamons usually are,he was just a kid in a costume. pathetic,if you ask me. i hate him."

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"..."

[A flicker of something akin to empathy flashed through his eyes. His voice softened a fraction.]

"No, dont apologise for rambling. People often have reasons behind their secrets. My... ex-wife and I. We kept a lot of secrets, and they were for valid reasons. But in the end it only caused more problems. Sometimes people cause harm in an attempt to..."

[He glanced away]

"Protect what they care about."

[He paused.]

"... Have you asked him why?"

[telamon-xd]

"..i havent had the chance to talk to him yet..I love him. so much. but he shouldve told me he was hurting! im supposed to comfort people-him especially!-" Builder just shook his head. he didnt know why he felt the need to comfort and calm others. it felt like something woven deep into his very core. like that was his purpose.

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Supposed to do this, supposed to do that... Gods, you mortals never take a break do you? You're all the damn same. Anyway, when we get there, first of all you're talking to him. Then I'll sort my shit out and get off your world."

[telamon-xd]

"alright..yeah..i probably should talk to him..swords..he's probably so upset-" Builders antenna drooped,his pace picking up. he didnt want to cause anymore anxiety for the person he loved dearly

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[He easily matched the pace]

"... What foods do you enjoy?"

[It was a mundane question. Something you'd say when sat at a table with someone, not what you'd ask when someone is worried about their partner's mental state.]

[telamon-xd]

"..I like almost anything..but I prefer sweet stuff. brownies and hot chocolate are my favorites.." He kept walking,adjusting his hardhat,reaching another door "we're almost there..sorry-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Dont apologise. You're fine."

[He glanced up as they walked in]

"Emo."

[im gonna go on a whim and say emo MIGHT recognise xelim from past encounters...? at least recognise his voice...?]

[telamon-xd]

Shedletsky jumped,startled. he was caring for Guest,who was awake now,but still disoriented "what do you want-i'm busy-Builder-" Shedletskys angry glare softened when he saw the other,Guest lifts his head lazily,his head still killing him,but it was geting better now that he was away from DB,Shedletskys hair and skill also had returned to their normal state,no longer under DB's influence

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"..."

[A flicker of something akin to empathy flashed through his eyes. His voice softened a fraction.]

"No, dont apologise for rambling. People often have reasons behind their secrets. My... ex-wife and I. We kept a lot of secrets, and they were for valid reasons. But in the end it only caused more problems. Sometimes people cause harm in an attempt to..."

[He glanced away]

"Protect what they care about."

[He paused.]

"... Have you asked him why?"

[telamon-xd]

"..i havent had the chance to talk to him yet..I love him. so much. but he shouldve told me he was hurting! im supposed to comfort people-him especially!-" Builder just shook his head. he didnt know why he felt the need to comfort and calm others. it felt like something woven deep into his very core. like that was his purpose.

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Supposed to do this, supposed to do that... Gods, you mortals never take a break do you? You're all the damn same. Anyway, when we get there, first of all you're talking to him. Then I'll sort my shit out and get off your world."

[telamon-xd]

"alright..yeah..i probably should talk to him..swords..he's probably so upset-" Builders antenna drooped,his pace picking up. he didnt want to cause anymore anxiety for the person he loved dearly

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[He easily matched the pace]

"... What foods do you enjoy?"

[It was a mundane question. Something you'd say when sat at a table with someone, not what you'd ask when someone is worried about their partner's mental state.]

[telamon-xd]

"..I like almost anything..but I prefer sweet stuff. brownies and hot chocolate are my favorites.." He kept walking,adjusting his hardhat,reaching another door "we're almost there..sorry-"

[telamon-xd]

A portal/rift opened up and Shedletsky walked through. He looked around. "Wait- this isn't the HQ-" They blurted out as they quickly realized this wasn't right.

Shedletsky looked back at where the rift/portal was at and saw it was gone. "Sh-t." He opened his admin panel and started messing with stuff on it.

They grumbled in annoyance. "Great, it won't work. Maybe my admin panel is broken again. How fantastic." He sighed and closed his admin panel. The wings on their head twitched anxiously, though this place looked vaguely familiar. He started to walk around, exploring.

They walked for a bit before finding a door that was closed. He knocked on it, to see if anyone would answer.

@telamon-thewielderoftheswords

"you too,huh.." Starcard sighs,leaning against the wall,while Doom perked up "Hi! welcome to HQ! we haven't had any visitors in a while." Dusekkar hums "you mean besides starcard?" "ah-yeah!-besides Starcard-"

1x didnt say much,just watching the Shedletsky and Starcard closely

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Heh. Hello! Didn't mean to just, intrude. My admin panel apparently just doesn't like me. So, I bet this is just a different universe." Shedletsky was smiling, despite his predicament.

Shedletsky noticed 1x and waved. Their head wings flapped a bit, which they might look oddly familiar to 1x(as I can remember).

Then Shedletsky looked at Starcard, curiosity getting the best of him. "Are you Starcard? I don't believe I've met you." The way they spoke made it sound like they had an idea of where they were. Or he was just super friendly

[telamon-xd]

"yeah..Thats me. you know who I am?" "Thats what we all said the first time someone visited." Dusekkar huffs,before looking back to 1x "You get used to it." Doom just smiles at the shedletsky "do you need help with anything?we're in the middle of a big crisis. DB is possibly alone with Builder.. we hope not,but its likely."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I don't know you or DB." Shedletsky was looking at Starcard and then looked at Doom. "From the sounds of it, DB isn't trustworthy?"

"Also, I don't actually need help with anything, besides the fact I need to find a way back to my world. Which can wait a while, I'm in no rush."

[telamon-xd]

"i don't really know what he's like now..i mean-i havent seen him in such a long time..he's my partner-He was always a little..much.." Doom huffs "he's more than a little. he told Builder that shed was a worldhopper. Builder can't even look at him right now!" Dusekkar's eyes widen "exscuse me he's a what?? which makes you-" He stares at 1x,who just shrugs "I'm suprised it took you this long,honestly."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh wow. He uh.. Doesn't seem like the best person. I probably should keep distance from him."

Shedletsky stood there and just thought for a bit. Before speaking, "Is there anything, I can possibly help with? If not that's fine."

[telamon-xd]

"wait! he's not-he's not a bad guy-he's just..he's a lot to handle-he's hard to deal with if you don't know him-" 1x gives a 'are you serious' look

"listen starz. i know he's your partner and all that,but you're biased. he's always been a jerk. you're just blinded by love. you and pastel both were really blind to his actions." Starcard rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly "i guess.." Doom interrupts "the best thing you can do for us right now is to stay away from DB. we don't know what he's planning,and we'd hate for him to hurt a guest to our world.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Makes sense to me. Though I don't know if he could hurt me but I also don't know him.."

Shedletsky thought for a long moment, like he was debating and perhaps it wasn't for something smart.

"Yeah, sure. I can stay away from him."

They were horrible at lying. To the point that anyone, perhaps even someone who is normally oblivious, could tell he was lying.

[telamon-xd]

Dusekkar and 1x looked at eachother,clocking it instantly. Doom on the other hand,tried to be more trusting "thank you..trust me..he's not a good guy. he was possesing me for a while.."

Starcard looked a little upset after learning that,but stayed silent. He knew DB could be a handful,but would he actually do that..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That's doesn't sound good." He sounded upset on Doom's behalf but also curious(about DB).

They thought for a moment, curiosity etched on their face but they seemed to have dropped it at least for now, seemed like it.

"Yeah that really doesn't sound good. Is there anything else I should know?"

He was trying to seem nonchalant about it but his words were laced with curiosity

[telamon-xd]

"i think he's with Builder..we should really have someone separate the two if i'm going to be honest.." 1x just huffs,kicking nothing "DB is a very determined being. once he has his mind on something,he wont back down esily. like bulder. just evil as fuck." Starcard gave a soft smile "yeah..i always loved that about him..he never backs down.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I could try to help?"

Shedletsky tilted his head and for a moment there was a red ring around his pupils before it disappeared.

"If you would let me of course."

They ignored 1x's comment about DB being determined. He just looked at Doom, studying his face and waiting for a response. They tilted their head slightly(Studying people/things is Telamon's trait here and head tilting)

[telamon-xd]

"i..don't think that's a good idea-he's very manipulative-He's dangerous-I don't want him to hurt you-" "DB wouldnt hurt anyone." Dusekkar just stays silent,floating back to his books,while Doom gives Starcard a look of sympathy "he already has. and now he's manipulating Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I'll be fine. I can handle myself. Plus if one of you want to come as well then I'll have back up. But I would really like to help."

Shedletsky has been very kind and didn't seem to want to go over boundaries since he got here. Right now, they were crossing that line. He wasn't exactly asking anymore. They were suggesting someone could go with them but nonetheless, they seemed set on helping to separate Builder and DB

[telamon-xd]

this can happen but it would be noncanon to the story from this part out,i also just love to write DB,sooo

1x sighs and stands up "fine. i'll go. keep you from getting too comfortable with him. you need someone who knows his games anyways. i'm the only one besides starcard here that does. and Starcard is hot gluing his rose tinted glasses to his face." Starcard looked offended,before doom rubbed his shoulder,calming him down

[nyx-theangel]

Alr alr :D

"Alright! Thank you. Well let's get going."

Shedletsky was about to start walking out of the room before pausing and looking at 1x

"I have no idea where he actually is. Mind leading the way???"

Once 1x agreed(which he probably did or whatever), Shedletsky then started to walk. His curiosity was bubbling but he also knew he had to tread cautiously.

[wbwroom]

"yeah yeah. this way." 1x grumbled,pretty much dragging the shedletsky by his sleeve he didnt really care if the other shedletsky was uncomfortable,he treated it like a chore,if deep down,he really wanted builder to be ok. the more people in the room,the less likely he'd try something. right..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky shrugged. He just followed 1x.

They decided to make a comment so they didn't just walk in silence, "A lot has happened since my last visit, hm?" He didn't explain what he meant by that but it was an indication that he's been here before.

[telamon-xd]

"tons. Doom was possesed,that freaky star guy is here now,DB is doing illumina knows what-Builders being stupidly sweet an dodging red flags,its stressful. as long as whatevers going on is contained in HQ though,its not too big of a deal." 1x didnt register that indication,just assuming he was someone Builder had spoken to before,builder loves greeting other aus that visit. and he was asleep half the time. "i'm worried for Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That is worrisome.. Perhaps with others there tho, nothing bad will happen? Hopefully."

Shedletsky looked ahead and spotted the kitchen(I believe that's where DB and Builder were during this).

"Is that where they are?" He tilted his head as he asked that

[telamon-xd]

"it should be. if they aren't there i'm going to tear a hole in the wall." 1x kicked the door open agressively,fixing the domino crown on his head,and it slipped slightly "HEY DIPSHIT. GET AWAY FROM MY DAD." Builder was in his blob form,eating icecream,and DB looked over,slightly startled "woah-don't break the door,im sure your friends wouldnt be very happy about that-" "Don't care. what a-" He finally took in the scene,builder eating icecream,DB watching,holding a napkin just in case it looked really cute. "..did you poison it or something??-" DB's eyes landed on the other shedletsky instead of answering such a ridiculous question "oh? and who's this?"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at the scene. He came into the kitchen. He then looked at DB.

"I'm Shedletsky, from another world." He kept his answer short, not giving too much detail. His head wings twitched slightly

He looked over at Builder and waved at him. Then looked back at DB.

"You must be DB? We haven't met before."

[telamon-xd]

"thats me,yes. I'm also from another world. My world is long gone though,i'm afraid. i'm working on a way to bring it back." DB smiles at the other shedletsky,before checking back up on Builder. 1x looked disgusted "he's bad. like,really bad. dont let him get in your head. literally."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky glanced at 1x.

"Alright. I understand." They were still keeping that in mind but they weren't going to be outright hostile to someone they just met.

He looked at DB. "If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your world? Unless that is a sensitive topic you don't want to discuss."

[telamon-xd]

"sensitive to shedletsky maybe. but i'm not ashamed of my past. Our world was infected by an entity that spread a corruption. I was one of the first to get corrupted,so I really didnt have to see the world fall apart. I guess most of the world is gone now,though. there's corrupted versions of our friends walking around,probably my partner aswell-i'm trying to find a way to bring them all back,to fix our world. I was hoping i'd have some luck here." 1x just glared at him,refusing to feel any remorse for him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can end up finding a way to bring them back and fix your world."

Despite how the words could be seen as encouraging or perhaps someone who felt pity trying to comfort someone, Shedletsky wasn't showing either on his face, body language, or even tone of voice. They were being neutral, so it wasn't hostile but it also wasn't meant to let anyone in either.

"Though, I have seen many people... Unhappy, to put it, with you being here. Which, not to assume or come of as hostile, I believe there would have to be a reason for that. Would you perhaps have an idea about why this is?"

(I love how this stupid bird can't always hide his habit of speech because of how he talks as Telamon)

[telamon-xd]

"shedletsky has told them stories. forcing his opinion of me onto others. I havn't done anything. besides possess Doom. but in my defesnse I didnt even do that on purpose. and its not like i did anything bad with his body either." DB's eyes locked onto 1x "i dont know this one. but they seem to hate me just as much as emo. kinda reminds me of him aswell. looks wise. emo wasnt as aggressive." "makes me wonder.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. Well, I don't plan on being hostile to you. Since there has been no reason to, yet."

Shedletsky looked at 1x and then back at DB

"Who is Emo? If I may ask? I haven't heard that name before"

He tilted his head, curious. They were observant and curious. Which with how much curiosity he has, it may as well as possibly become dangerous with the wrong people(DB in this case).

[telamon-xd]

"its what my shedletsky was called before he showed up here. now everyones calling him shedletsky. its weird." "people change their names sometimes. its not that weird." 1x was extremely verbally hostile to to DB. he must really hate him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Ohhh.. Makes sense. Though 1x does have a point that some people do change their names. But sometimes it takes people time to get used to it."

Shedletsky paused and took a moment to think and then decided to say it anyways.

"My Roblox for example. They literally just say "you" when speaking to me. Name changes take people time to get used to and some get used to it faster than others."

Perhaps it was careless for him to say that but he didn't seem bothered by it

[telamon-xd]

1x shrugged "DB shouldnt even be alive to get used to the name change. we saw him get corrupted." DB doesnt react to 1x's insult,just watching builder "its fascinating to watch this guy eat"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky sighed. They looked at 1x.

"I get you hate him, but perhaps being this hostile isn't the way to go?"

He glanced at DB and back at 1x waiting for a response.

[telamon-xd]

"nothing else works on him! he's evil! he's been like this forever! kindness and understanding only make him more driven!!" DB just shrugs

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at DB and then 1x. They looked confused at 1x's comment

"What makes him evil? I don't understand but I would like to know. I might understand your point of view then.."

[telamon-xd]

"he has a god complex. at least thats how I see it. he thinks he can play god and bring his world back. he doesnt care what methods. he'd step on all of us if it meant bringing the world back. he's NOT misunderstood though. he was still manipulative towards both his partner and his best friend before any of this too. he's always been a bad person." "How i do wish I knew how you know anything about my life before this. you weren't there. you were still a piece of Emo."

[nyx-theangel]

Shedletsky looked at 1x for a bit. Then he looked at DB.

"I see...."

They looked at Builder and went over to DB and Builder. He looked back at DB and his eyes were narrowed, as if suspicious. But they dropped any sense of attempted friendliness and their face looked almost blank.

"Perhaps, you should stand away from him. Hm?" It was asked but the tone didn't make it sound like a request.

[telamon-xd]

so pissed my computer shut itself down while i was typing this earlier "calm down. I'm not going to hurt him,we're just talking. is it wrong for me to converse with others? can I not make friends?" 1x clentched his jaw, trying to hold himself back from just attacking the guy right here,right now.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Ohh :( hopefully it won't shut down again? Or if it does, we can have a break :] or rn even if you would like

"I am calm. I would request you to move. For safety reasons until you can be trusted."

Shedletsky got slightly irritated at DB's response. His head wings spread out, revealing the two sets instead of just one that has been visible.

They took a deep breath, to calm themselves down a bit.

"If you refuse to move, I won't make you. However, I will be staying here. No matter what your choice is."

[telamon-xd]

DB just shrugs,standing up. he doesnt seem that bothered by this,which is sort of weird. "if you insist. very pretty wings. i like them."

its fine my computers just a pos ngl

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky got confused by DB's reaction, he thought that DB would've been at least somewhat bothered. They tilted their head to the side

"Thank you.."

His wings folded back up to just relax. They stopped tilting their head and looked at Builder to check on him

Despite Shedletsky obviously not coming from here, he seemed concerned for Builder anyways.

Mind if I maybe add someone else eventually? :> To try and make things more interesting?

[telamon-xd]

go ahead lol i don't mind :]

"its a manipulation tactic. don't trust him. ever. at all. no matter what he says to you." 1x was clearly very on edge. he didnt want his "dad" to be hurt by this absolute jerk

DB just adjusts his halo,not really listening anymore.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Mhm-" Shedletsky paused, their wings twitched. He looked away from Builder. They seemed to have noticed something but nothing was happening.

Not even a minute later, a portal/rift opened. Builderman walked out, mumbling. The portal/rift closed behind him.

Shedletsky's wings fluffed/puffed up. He went over to Builderman. Their pupils were bigger than normal. He was trying to be nonchalant but he seemed happy to see Builderman.

Builderman looked at Shedletsky and sighed in relief.

"There you are. I've been trying t-"

Shedletsky suddenly hugged Builderman, pretty tightly. "Hi, Builder.."

Builderman snickered and hugged Shedletsky back.

"Hey Tela."

Builderman looked at DB and 1x. He gave a polite smile

"Oh, uh hello."

[telamon-xd]

DB and 1x looked at eachother,then back at the builderman with suprise. neither were expecting that "brighteyes just lets anyone through these days,huh.." 1x grumbled, while DB merely shrugged. he really wasnt bothered by any of this

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman rubbed the back of his head.

"I was just looking for-"

Builderman paused and looked at Shedletsky, taking a second to take in his appearance before continuing.

"Shed. I was looking for Shed and he wouldn't answer me so I went searching."

Shedletsky glanced at 1x and then DB. They glared at DB and hugged Builderman closer. Despite how he was trying to be civil before.

[telamon-xd]

DB ignored the glare,averting his eye,looking down at the table,scraping his claw against it gently 1x just huffed. leave it to him to give visitors grief. it wouldnt be him if he didnt. "whatever. I don't care. we've just had a bunch of sketchy people visiting recently." his eyes glare to DB,before looking back at the other builder

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh."

Builderman looked at 1x and then DB. He made the connection pretty quickly. He looked at Shedletsky and sighed. He looked back at 1x.

"Well, I can assure you that I'm not here to cause trouble."

Shedletsky kept glaring at DB, not taking their eyes off him.

"I can, also try to keep Shed out of trouble if you would like. Though that might be difficult.."

Builderman added, which might have been a little obvious why he had made that comment.

[telamon-xd]

"he hasnt really been that bad. ive been more worried about this guy back here. knew him in a previous world. well-not me-but our shedletsky. he wasnt good news back then,and he certainly isnt now." 1x huffed again. he was tired of all this shit happening back to back. when would he get a break?? seems a lot to ask for these days..

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh! Well, I'm glad Shed hasn't caused you any trouble. And uh.. I can tell that muc-"

"He's unsettling. And I don't trust him."

Builderman glanced at Shedletsky and sighed. He didn't pay attention to the tone change in Shedletsky's voice.

"That's unfortunate that you have to deal with that. I would ask if there is anything I can do to help but this is not my world so I don't think I could help.."

Builderman grabbed one of Shedletsky's hands.

[telamon-xd]

DB looked up,and pointed at himself like it was a question,then went back to what he was doing 1x just sighs "Right now we aren't even sure what we're going to do..i doubt outside help could be of any use..especially for people who don't know his patterns.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Yes you."

"That's fair. Well at least we can do our best. Even if it isn't much."

Shedletsky looked at Builderman and grumbled.

"I am not doing anything..."

Builderman ignored Shedletsky and took a step back from him. But didn't let go of their hand.

"Oh, yeah. I don't believe I got your name?"

Shedletsky looked back at DB, not glaring but not looking away.

[telamon-xd]

"i am 1x1x1x1. or 1x. nobody calls me 1x1x1x1. it takes too long." 1x's stance softened,he was calming down slightly now that he was sure this Builder wasnt a threat. Meanwhile DB was adjusting his halo,not paying attention anymore

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"..."

[A flicker of something akin to empathy flashed through his eyes. His voice softened a fraction.]

"No, dont apologise for rambling. People often have reasons behind their secrets. My... ex-wife and I. We kept a lot of secrets, and they were for valid reasons. But in the end it only caused more problems. Sometimes people cause harm in an attempt to..."

[He glanced away]

"Protect what they care about."

[He paused.]

"... Have you asked him why?"

[telamon-xd]

"..i havent had the chance to talk to him yet..I love him. so much. but he shouldve told me he was hurting! im supposed to comfort people-him especially!-" Builder just shook his head. he didnt know why he felt the need to comfort and calm others. it felt like something woven deep into his very core. like that was his purpose.

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Supposed to do this, supposed to do that... Gods, you mortals never take a break do you? You're all the damn same. Anyway, when we get there, first of all you're talking to him. Then I'll sort my shit out and get off your world."

[telamon-xd]

"alright..yeah..i probably should talk to him..swords..he's probably so upset-" Builders antenna drooped,his pace picking up. he didnt want to cause anymore anxiety for the person he loved dearly

[telamon-xd]

A portal/rift opened up and Shedletsky walked through. He looked around. "Wait- this isn't the HQ-" They blurted out as they quickly realized this wasn't right.

Shedletsky looked back at where the rift/portal was at and saw it was gone. "Sh-t." He opened his admin panel and started messing with stuff on it.

They grumbled in annoyance. "Great, it won't work. Maybe my admin panel is broken again. How fantastic." He sighed and closed his admin panel. The wings on their head twitched anxiously, though this place looked vaguely familiar. He started to walk around, exploring.

They walked for a bit before finding a door that was closed. He knocked on it, to see if anyone would answer.

@telamon-thewielderoftheswords

"you too,huh.." Starcard sighs,leaning against the wall,while Doom perked up "Hi! welcome to HQ! we haven't had any visitors in a while." Dusekkar hums "you mean besides starcard?" "ah-yeah!-besides Starcard-"

1x didnt say much,just watching the Shedletsky and Starcard closely

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Heh. Hello! Didn't mean to just, intrude. My admin panel apparently just doesn't like me. So, I bet this is just a different universe." Shedletsky was smiling, despite his predicament.

Shedletsky noticed 1x and waved. Their head wings flapped a bit, which they might look oddly familiar to 1x(as I can remember).

Then Shedletsky looked at Starcard, curiosity getting the best of him. "Are you Starcard? I don't believe I've met you." The way they spoke made it sound like they had an idea of where they were. Or he was just super friendly

[telamon-xd]

"yeah..Thats me. you know who I am?" "Thats what we all said the first time someone visited." Dusekkar huffs,before looking back to 1x "You get used to it." Doom just smiles at the shedletsky "do you need help with anything?we're in the middle of a big crisis. DB is possibly alone with Builder.. we hope not,but its likely."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I don't know you or DB." Shedletsky was looking at Starcard and then looked at Doom. "From the sounds of it, DB isn't trustworthy?"

"Also, I don't actually need help with anything, besides the fact I need to find a way back to my world. Which can wait a while, I'm in no rush."

[telamon-xd]

"i don't really know what he's like now..i mean-i havent seen him in such a long time..he's my partner-He was always a little..much.." Doom huffs "he's more than a little. he told Builder that shed was a worldhopper. Builder can't even look at him right now!" Dusekkar's eyes widen "exscuse me he's a what?? which makes you-" He stares at 1x,who just shrugs "I'm suprised it took you this long,honestly."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh wow. He uh.. Doesn't seem like the best person. I probably should keep distance from him."

Shedletsky stood there and just thought for a bit. Before speaking, "Is there anything, I can possibly help with? If not that's fine."

[telamon-xd]

"wait! he's not-he's not a bad guy-he's just..he's a lot to handle-he's hard to deal with if you don't know him-" 1x gives a 'are you serious' look

"listen starz. i know he's your partner and all that,but you're biased. he's always been a jerk. you're just blinded by love. you and pastel both were really blind to his actions." Starcard rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly "i guess.." Doom interrupts "the best thing you can do for us right now is to stay away from DB. we don't know what he's planning,and we'd hate for him to hurt a guest to our world.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Makes sense to me. Though I don't know if he could hurt me but I also don't know him.."

Shedletsky thought for a long moment, like he was debating and perhaps it wasn't for something smart.

"Yeah, sure. I can stay away from him."

They were horrible at lying. To the point that anyone, perhaps even someone who is normally oblivious, could tell he was lying.

[telamon-xd]

Dusekkar and 1x looked at eachother,clocking it instantly. Doom on the other hand,tried to be more trusting "thank you..trust me..he's not a good guy. he was possesing me for a while.."

Starcard looked a little upset after learning that,but stayed silent. He knew DB could be a handful,but would he actually do that..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That's doesn't sound good." He sounded upset on Doom's behalf but also curious(about DB).

They thought for a moment, curiosity etched on their face but they seemed to have dropped it at least for now, seemed like it.

"Yeah that really doesn't sound good. Is there anything else I should know?"

He was trying to seem nonchalant about it but his words were laced with curiosity

[telamon-xd]

"i think he's with Builder..we should really have someone separate the two if i'm going to be honest.." 1x just huffs,kicking nothing "DB is a very determined being. once he has his mind on something,he wont back down esily. like bulder. just evil as fuck." Starcard gave a soft smile "yeah..i always loved that about him..he never backs down.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I could try to help?"

Shedletsky tilted his head and for a moment there was a red ring around his pupils before it disappeared.

"If you would let me of course."

They ignored 1x's comment about DB being determined. He just looked at Doom, studying his face and waiting for a response. They tilted their head slightly(Studying people/things is Telamon's trait here and head tilting)

[telamon-xd]

"i..don't think that's a good idea-he's very manipulative-He's dangerous-I don't want him to hurt you-" "DB wouldnt hurt anyone." Dusekkar just stays silent,floating back to his books,while Doom gives Starcard a look of sympathy "he already has. and now he's manipulating Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I'll be fine. I can handle myself. Plus if one of you want to come as well then I'll have back up. But I would really like to help."

Shedletsky has been very kind and didn't seem to want to go over boundaries since he got here. Right now, they were crossing that line. He wasn't exactly asking anymore. They were suggesting someone could go with them but nonetheless, they seemed set on helping to separate Builder and DB

[telamon-xd]

this can happen but it would be noncanon to the story from this part out,i also just love to write DB,sooo

1x sighs and stands up "fine. i'll go. keep you from getting too comfortable with him. you need someone who knows his games anyways. i'm the only one besides starcard here that does. and Starcard is hot gluing his rose tinted glasses to his face." Starcard looked offended,before doom rubbed his shoulder,calming him down

[nyx-theangel]

Alr alr :D

"Alright! Thank you. Well let's get going."

Shedletsky was about to start walking out of the room before pausing and looking at 1x

"I have no idea where he actually is. Mind leading the way???"

Once 1x agreed(which he probably did or whatever), Shedletsky then started to walk. His curiosity was bubbling but he also knew he had to tread cautiously.

[wbwroom]

"yeah yeah. this way." 1x grumbled,pretty much dragging the shedletsky by his sleeve he didnt really care if the other shedletsky was uncomfortable,he treated it like a chore,if deep down,he really wanted builder to be ok. the more people in the room,the less likely he'd try something. right..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky shrugged. He just followed 1x.

They decided to make a comment so they didn't just walk in silence, "A lot has happened since my last visit, hm?" He didn't explain what he meant by that but it was an indication that he's been here before.

[telamon-xd]

"tons. Doom was possesed,that freaky star guy is here now,DB is doing illumina knows what-Builders being stupidly sweet an dodging red flags,its stressful. as long as whatevers going on is contained in HQ though,its not too big of a deal." 1x didnt register that indication,just assuming he was someone Builder had spoken to before,builder loves greeting other aus that visit. and he was asleep half the time. "i'm worried for Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That is worrisome.. Perhaps with others there tho, nothing bad will happen? Hopefully."

Shedletsky looked ahead and spotted the kitchen(I believe that's where DB and Builder were during this).

"Is that where they are?" He tilted his head as he asked that

[telamon-xd]

"it should be. if they aren't there i'm going to tear a hole in the wall." 1x kicked the door open agressively,fixing the domino crown on his head,and it slipped slightly "HEY DIPSHIT. GET AWAY FROM MY DAD." Builder was in his blob form,eating icecream,and DB looked over,slightly startled "woah-don't break the door,im sure your friends wouldnt be very happy about that-" "Don't care. what a-" He finally took in the scene,builder eating icecream,DB watching,holding a napkin just in case it looked really cute. "..did you poison it or something??-" DB's eyes landed on the other shedletsky instead of answering such a ridiculous question "oh? and who's this?"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at the scene. He came into the kitchen. He then looked at DB.

"I'm Shedletsky, from another world." He kept his answer short, not giving too much detail. His head wings twitched slightly

He looked over at Builder and waved at him. Then looked back at DB.

"You must be DB? We haven't met before."

[telamon-xd]

"thats me,yes. I'm also from another world. My world is long gone though,i'm afraid. i'm working on a way to bring it back." DB smiles at the other shedletsky,before checking back up on Builder. 1x looked disgusted "he's bad. like,really bad. dont let him get in your head. literally."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky glanced at 1x.

"Alright. I understand." They were still keeping that in mind but they weren't going to be outright hostile to someone they just met.

He looked at DB. "If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your world? Unless that is a sensitive topic you don't want to discuss."

[telamon-xd]

"sensitive to shedletsky maybe. but i'm not ashamed of my past. Our world was infected by an entity that spread a corruption. I was one of the first to get corrupted,so I really didnt have to see the world fall apart. I guess most of the world is gone now,though. there's corrupted versions of our friends walking around,probably my partner aswell-i'm trying to find a way to bring them all back,to fix our world. I was hoping i'd have some luck here." 1x just glared at him,refusing to feel any remorse for him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can end up finding a way to bring them back and fix your world."

Despite how the words could be seen as encouraging or perhaps someone who felt pity trying to comfort someone, Shedletsky wasn't showing either on his face, body language, or even tone of voice. They were being neutral, so it wasn't hostile but it also wasn't meant to let anyone in either.

"Though, I have seen many people... Unhappy, to put it, with you being here. Which, not to assume or come of as hostile, I believe there would have to be a reason for that. Would you perhaps have an idea about why this is?"

(I love how this stupid bird can't always hide his habit of speech because of how he talks as Telamon)

[telamon-xd]

"shedletsky has told them stories. forcing his opinion of me onto others. I havn't done anything. besides possess Doom. but in my defesnse I didnt even do that on purpose. and its not like i did anything bad with his body either." DB's eyes locked onto 1x "i dont know this one. but they seem to hate me just as much as emo. kinda reminds me of him aswell. looks wise. emo wasnt as aggressive." "makes me wonder.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. Well, I don't plan on being hostile to you. Since there has been no reason to, yet."

Shedletsky looked at 1x and then back at DB

"Who is Emo? If I may ask? I haven't heard that name before"

He tilted his head, curious. They were observant and curious. Which with how much curiosity he has, it may as well as possibly become dangerous with the wrong people(DB in this case).

[telamon-xd]

"its what my shedletsky was called before he showed up here. now everyones calling him shedletsky. its weird." "people change their names sometimes. its not that weird." 1x was extremely verbally hostile to to DB. he must really hate him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Ohhh.. Makes sense. Though 1x does have a point that some people do change their names. But sometimes it takes people time to get used to it."

Shedletsky paused and took a moment to think and then decided to say it anyways.

"My Roblox for example. They literally just say "you" when speaking to me. Name changes take people time to get used to and some get used to it faster than others."

Perhaps it was careless for him to say that but he didn't seem bothered by it

[telamon-xd]

1x shrugged "DB shouldnt even be alive to get used to the name change. we saw him get corrupted." DB doesnt react to 1x's insult,just watching builder "its fascinating to watch this guy eat"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky sighed. They looked at 1x.

"I get you hate him, but perhaps being this hostile isn't the way to go?"

He glanced at DB and back at 1x waiting for a response.

[telamon-xd]

"nothing else works on him! he's evil! he's been like this forever! kindness and understanding only make him more driven!!" DB just shrugs

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at DB and then 1x. They looked confused at 1x's comment

"What makes him evil? I don't understand but I would like to know. I might understand your point of view then.."

[telamon-xd]

"he has a god complex. at least thats how I see it. he thinks he can play god and bring his world back. he doesnt care what methods. he'd step on all of us if it meant bringing the world back. he's NOT misunderstood though. he was still manipulative towards both his partner and his best friend before any of this too. he's always been a bad person." "How i do wish I knew how you know anything about my life before this. you weren't there. you were still a piece of Emo."

[nyx-theangel]

Shedletsky looked at 1x for a bit. Then he looked at DB.

"I see...."

They looked at Builder and went over to DB and Builder. He looked back at DB and his eyes were narrowed, as if suspicious. But they dropped any sense of attempted friendliness and their face looked almost blank.

"Perhaps, you should stand away from him. Hm?" It was asked but the tone didn't make it sound like a request.

[telamon-xd]

so pissed my computer shut itself down while i was typing this earlier "calm down. I'm not going to hurt him,we're just talking. is it wrong for me to converse with others? can I not make friends?" 1x clentched his jaw, trying to hold himself back from just attacking the guy right here,right now.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Ohh :( hopefully it won't shut down again? Or if it does, we can have a break :] or rn even if you would like

"I am calm. I would request you to move. For safety reasons until you can be trusted."

Shedletsky got slightly irritated at DB's response. His head wings spread out, revealing the two sets instead of just one that has been visible.

They took a deep breath, to calm themselves down a bit.

"If you refuse to move, I won't make you. However, I will be staying here. No matter what your choice is."

[telamon-xd]

DB just shrugs,standing up. he doesnt seem that bothered by this,which is sort of weird. "if you insist. very pretty wings. i like them."

its fine my computers just a pos ngl

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky got confused by DB's reaction, he thought that DB would've been at least somewhat bothered. They tilted their head to the side

"Thank you.."

His wings folded back up to just relax. They stopped tilting their head and looked at Builder to check on him

Despite Shedletsky obviously not coming from here, he seemed concerned for Builder anyways.

Mind if I maybe add someone else eventually? :> To try and make things more interesting?

[telamon-xd]

go ahead lol i don't mind :]

"its a manipulation tactic. don't trust him. ever. at all. no matter what he says to you." 1x was clearly very on edge. he didnt want his "dad" to be hurt by this absolute jerk

DB just adjusts his halo,not really listening anymore.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Mhm-" Shedletsky paused, their wings twitched. He looked away from Builder. They seemed to have noticed something but nothing was happening.

Not even a minute later, a portal/rift opened. Builderman walked out, mumbling. The portal/rift closed behind him.

Shedletsky's wings fluffed/puffed up. He went over to Builderman. Their pupils were bigger than normal. He was trying to be nonchalant but he seemed happy to see Builderman.

Builderman looked at Shedletsky and sighed in relief.

"There you are. I've been trying t-"

Shedletsky suddenly hugged Builderman, pretty tightly. "Hi, Builder.."

Builderman snickered and hugged Shedletsky back.

"Hey Tela."

Builderman looked at DB and 1x. He gave a polite smile

"Oh, uh hello."

[telamon-xd]

DB and 1x looked at eachother,then back at the builderman with suprise. neither were expecting that "brighteyes just lets anyone through these days,huh.." 1x grumbled, while DB merely shrugged. he really wasnt bothered by any of this

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman rubbed the back of his head.

"I was just looking for-"

Builderman paused and looked at Shedletsky, taking a second to take in his appearance before continuing.

"Shed. I was looking for Shed and he wouldn't answer me so I went searching."

Shedletsky glanced at 1x and then DB. They glared at DB and hugged Builderman closer. Despite how he was trying to be civil before.

[telamon-xd]

DB ignored the glare,averting his eye,looking down at the table,scraping his claw against it gently 1x just huffed. leave it to him to give visitors grief. it wouldnt be him if he didnt. "whatever. I don't care. we've just had a bunch of sketchy people visiting recently." his eyes glare to DB,before looking back at the other builder

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh."

Builderman looked at 1x and then DB. He made the connection pretty quickly. He looked at Shedletsky and sighed. He looked back at 1x.

"Well, I can assure you that I'm not here to cause trouble."

Shedletsky kept glaring at DB, not taking their eyes off him.

"I can, also try to keep Shed out of trouble if you would like. Though that might be difficult.."

Builderman added, which might have been a little obvious why he had made that comment.

[telamon-xd]

"he hasnt really been that bad. ive been more worried about this guy back here. knew him in a previous world. well-not me-but our shedletsky. he wasnt good news back then,and he certainly isnt now." 1x huffed again. he was tired of all this shit happening back to back. when would he get a break?? seems a lot to ask for these days..

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh! Well, I'm glad Shed hasn't caused you any trouble. And uh.. I can tell that muc-"

"He's unsettling. And I don't trust him."

Builderman glanced at Shedletsky and sighed. He didn't pay attention to the tone change in Shedletsky's voice.

"That's unfortunate that you have to deal with that. I would ask if there is anything I can do to help but this is not my world so I don't think I could help.."

Builderman grabbed one of Shedletsky's hands.

[telamon-xd]

DB looked up,and pointed at himself like it was a question,then went back to what he was doing 1x just sighs "Right now we aren't even sure what we're going to do..i doubt outside help could be of any use..especially for people who don't know his patterns.."

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"..."

[A flicker of something akin to empathy flashed through his eyes. His voice softened a fraction.]

"No, dont apologise for rambling. People often have reasons behind their secrets. My... ex-wife and I. We kept a lot of secrets, and they were for valid reasons. But in the end it only caused more problems. Sometimes people cause harm in an attempt to..."

[He glanced away]

"Protect what they care about."

[He paused.]

"... Have you asked him why?"

[telamon-xd]

"..i havent had the chance to talk to him yet..I love him. so much. but he shouldve told me he was hurting! im supposed to comfort people-him especially!-" Builder just shook his head. he didnt know why he felt the need to comfort and calm others. it felt like something woven deep into his very core. like that was his purpose.

[telamon-xd]

A portal/rift opened up and Shedletsky walked through. He looked around. "Wait- this isn't the HQ-" They blurted out as they quickly realized this wasn't right.

Shedletsky looked back at where the rift/portal was at and saw it was gone. "Sh-t." He opened his admin panel and started messing with stuff on it.

They grumbled in annoyance. "Great, it won't work. Maybe my admin panel is broken again. How fantastic." He sighed and closed his admin panel. The wings on their head twitched anxiously, though this place looked vaguely familiar. He started to walk around, exploring.

They walked for a bit before finding a door that was closed. He knocked on it, to see if anyone would answer.

@telamon-thewielderoftheswords

"you too,huh.." Starcard sighs,leaning against the wall,while Doom perked up "Hi! welcome to HQ! we haven't had any visitors in a while." Dusekkar hums "you mean besides starcard?" "ah-yeah!-besides Starcard-"

1x didnt say much,just watching the Shedletsky and Starcard closely

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Heh. Hello! Didn't mean to just, intrude. My admin panel apparently just doesn't like me. So, I bet this is just a different universe." Shedletsky was smiling, despite his predicament.

Shedletsky noticed 1x and waved. Their head wings flapped a bit, which they might look oddly familiar to 1x(as I can remember).

Then Shedletsky looked at Starcard, curiosity getting the best of him. "Are you Starcard? I don't believe I've met you." The way they spoke made it sound like they had an idea of where they were. Or he was just super friendly

[telamon-xd]

"yeah..Thats me. you know who I am?" "Thats what we all said the first time someone visited." Dusekkar huffs,before looking back to 1x "You get used to it." Doom just smiles at the shedletsky "do you need help with anything?we're in the middle of a big crisis. DB is possibly alone with Builder.. we hope not,but its likely."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I don't know you or DB." Shedletsky was looking at Starcard and then looked at Doom. "From the sounds of it, DB isn't trustworthy?"

"Also, I don't actually need help with anything, besides the fact I need to find a way back to my world. Which can wait a while, I'm in no rush."

[telamon-xd]

"i don't really know what he's like now..i mean-i havent seen him in such a long time..he's my partner-He was always a little..much.." Doom huffs "he's more than a little. he told Builder that shed was a worldhopper. Builder can't even look at him right now!" Dusekkar's eyes widen "exscuse me he's a what?? which makes you-" He stares at 1x,who just shrugs "I'm suprised it took you this long,honestly."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh wow. He uh.. Doesn't seem like the best person. I probably should keep distance from him."

Shedletsky stood there and just thought for a bit. Before speaking, "Is there anything, I can possibly help with? If not that's fine."

[telamon-xd]

"wait! he's not-he's not a bad guy-he's just..he's a lot to handle-he's hard to deal with if you don't know him-" 1x gives a 'are you serious' look

"listen starz. i know he's your partner and all that,but you're biased. he's always been a jerk. you're just blinded by love. you and pastel both were really blind to his actions." Starcard rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly "i guess.." Doom interrupts "the best thing you can do for us right now is to stay away from DB. we don't know what he's planning,and we'd hate for him to hurt a guest to our world.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Makes sense to me. Though I don't know if he could hurt me but I also don't know him.."

Shedletsky thought for a long moment, like he was debating and perhaps it wasn't for something smart.

"Yeah, sure. I can stay away from him."

They were horrible at lying. To the point that anyone, perhaps even someone who is normally oblivious, could tell he was lying.

[telamon-xd]

Dusekkar and 1x looked at eachother,clocking it instantly. Doom on the other hand,tried to be more trusting "thank you..trust me..he's not a good guy. he was possesing me for a while.."

Starcard looked a little upset after learning that,but stayed silent. He knew DB could be a handful,but would he actually do that..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That's doesn't sound good." He sounded upset on Doom's behalf but also curious(about DB).

They thought for a moment, curiosity etched on their face but they seemed to have dropped it at least for now, seemed like it.

"Yeah that really doesn't sound good. Is there anything else I should know?"

He was trying to seem nonchalant about it but his words were laced with curiosity

[telamon-xd]

"i think he's with Builder..we should really have someone separate the two if i'm going to be honest.." 1x just huffs,kicking nothing "DB is a very determined being. once he has his mind on something,he wont back down esily. like bulder. just evil as fuck." Starcard gave a soft smile "yeah..i always loved that about him..he never backs down.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I could try to help?"

Shedletsky tilted his head and for a moment there was a red ring around his pupils before it disappeared.

"If you would let me of course."

They ignored 1x's comment about DB being determined. He just looked at Doom, studying his face and waiting for a response. They tilted their head slightly(Studying people/things is Telamon's trait here and head tilting)

[telamon-xd]

"i..don't think that's a good idea-he's very manipulative-He's dangerous-I don't want him to hurt you-" "DB wouldnt hurt anyone." Dusekkar just stays silent,floating back to his books,while Doom gives Starcard a look of sympathy "he already has. and now he's manipulating Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I'll be fine. I can handle myself. Plus if one of you want to come as well then I'll have back up. But I would really like to help."

Shedletsky has been very kind and didn't seem to want to go over boundaries since he got here. Right now, they were crossing that line. He wasn't exactly asking anymore. They were suggesting someone could go with them but nonetheless, they seemed set on helping to separate Builder and DB

[telamon-xd]

this can happen but it would be noncanon to the story from this part out,i also just love to write DB,sooo

1x sighs and stands up "fine. i'll go. keep you from getting too comfortable with him. you need someone who knows his games anyways. i'm the only one besides starcard here that does. and Starcard is hot gluing his rose tinted glasses to his face." Starcard looked offended,before doom rubbed his shoulder,calming him down

[nyx-theangel]

Alr alr :D

"Alright! Thank you. Well let's get going."

Shedletsky was about to start walking out of the room before pausing and looking at 1x

"I have no idea where he actually is. Mind leading the way???"

Once 1x agreed(which he probably did or whatever), Shedletsky then started to walk. His curiosity was bubbling but he also knew he had to tread cautiously.

[wbwroom]

"yeah yeah. this way." 1x grumbled,pretty much dragging the shedletsky by his sleeve he didnt really care if the other shedletsky was uncomfortable,he treated it like a chore,if deep down,he really wanted builder to be ok. the more people in the room,the less likely he'd try something. right..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky shrugged. He just followed 1x.

They decided to make a comment so they didn't just walk in silence, "A lot has happened since my last visit, hm?" He didn't explain what he meant by that but it was an indication that he's been here before.

[telamon-xd]

"tons. Doom was possesed,that freaky star guy is here now,DB is doing illumina knows what-Builders being stupidly sweet an dodging red flags,its stressful. as long as whatevers going on is contained in HQ though,its not too big of a deal." 1x didnt register that indication,just assuming he was someone Builder had spoken to before,builder loves greeting other aus that visit. and he was asleep half the time. "i'm worried for Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That is worrisome.. Perhaps with others there tho, nothing bad will happen? Hopefully."

Shedletsky looked ahead and spotted the kitchen(I believe that's where DB and Builder were during this).

"Is that where they are?" He tilted his head as he asked that

[telamon-xd]

"it should be. if they aren't there i'm going to tear a hole in the wall." 1x kicked the door open agressively,fixing the domino crown on his head,and it slipped slightly "HEY DIPSHIT. GET AWAY FROM MY DAD." Builder was in his blob form,eating icecream,and DB looked over,slightly startled "woah-don't break the door,im sure your friends wouldnt be very happy about that-" "Don't care. what a-" He finally took in the scene,builder eating icecream,DB watching,holding a napkin just in case it looked really cute. "..did you poison it or something??-" DB's eyes landed on the other shedletsky instead of answering such a ridiculous question "oh? and who's this?"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at the scene. He came into the kitchen. He then looked at DB.

"I'm Shedletsky, from another world." He kept his answer short, not giving too much detail. His head wings twitched slightly

He looked over at Builder and waved at him. Then looked back at DB.

"You must be DB? We haven't met before."

[telamon-xd]

"thats me,yes. I'm also from another world. My world is long gone though,i'm afraid. i'm working on a way to bring it back." DB smiles at the other shedletsky,before checking back up on Builder. 1x looked disgusted "he's bad. like,really bad. dont let him get in your head. literally."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky glanced at 1x.

"Alright. I understand." They were still keeping that in mind but they weren't going to be outright hostile to someone they just met.

He looked at DB. "If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your world? Unless that is a sensitive topic you don't want to discuss."

[telamon-xd]

"sensitive to shedletsky maybe. but i'm not ashamed of my past. Our world was infected by an entity that spread a corruption. I was one of the first to get corrupted,so I really didnt have to see the world fall apart. I guess most of the world is gone now,though. there's corrupted versions of our friends walking around,probably my partner aswell-i'm trying to find a way to bring them all back,to fix our world. I was hoping i'd have some luck here." 1x just glared at him,refusing to feel any remorse for him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can end up finding a way to bring them back and fix your world."

Despite how the words could be seen as encouraging or perhaps someone who felt pity trying to comfort someone, Shedletsky wasn't showing either on his face, body language, or even tone of voice. They were being neutral, so it wasn't hostile but it also wasn't meant to let anyone in either.

"Though, I have seen many people... Unhappy, to put it, with you being here. Which, not to assume or come of as hostile, I believe there would have to be a reason for that. Would you perhaps have an idea about why this is?"

(I love how this stupid bird can't always hide his habit of speech because of how he talks as Telamon)

[telamon-xd]

"shedletsky has told them stories. forcing his opinion of me onto others. I havn't done anything. besides possess Doom. but in my defesnse I didnt even do that on purpose. and its not like i did anything bad with his body either." DB's eyes locked onto 1x "i dont know this one. but they seem to hate me just as much as emo. kinda reminds me of him aswell. looks wise. emo wasnt as aggressive." "makes me wonder.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. Well, I don't plan on being hostile to you. Since there has been no reason to, yet."

Shedletsky looked at 1x and then back at DB

"Who is Emo? If I may ask? I haven't heard that name before"

He tilted his head, curious. They were observant and curious. Which with how much curiosity he has, it may as well as possibly become dangerous with the wrong people(DB in this case).

[telamon-xd]

"its what my shedletsky was called before he showed up here. now everyones calling him shedletsky. its weird." "people change their names sometimes. its not that weird." 1x was extremely verbally hostile to to DB. he must really hate him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Ohhh.. Makes sense. Though 1x does have a point that some people do change their names. But sometimes it takes people time to get used to it."

Shedletsky paused and took a moment to think and then decided to say it anyways.

"My Roblox for example. They literally just say "you" when speaking to me. Name changes take people time to get used to and some get used to it faster than others."

Perhaps it was careless for him to say that but he didn't seem bothered by it

[telamon-xd]

1x shrugged "DB shouldnt even be alive to get used to the name change. we saw him get corrupted." DB doesnt react to 1x's insult,just watching builder "its fascinating to watch this guy eat"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky sighed. They looked at 1x.

"I get you hate him, but perhaps being this hostile isn't the way to go?"

He glanced at DB and back at 1x waiting for a response.

[telamon-xd]

"nothing else works on him! he's evil! he's been like this forever! kindness and understanding only make him more driven!!" DB just shrugs

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at DB and then 1x. They looked confused at 1x's comment

"What makes him evil? I don't understand but I would like to know. I might understand your point of view then.."

[telamon-xd]

"he has a god complex. at least thats how I see it. he thinks he can play god and bring his world back. he doesnt care what methods. he'd step on all of us if it meant bringing the world back. he's NOT misunderstood though. he was still manipulative towards both his partner and his best friend before any of this too. he's always been a bad person." "How i do wish I knew how you know anything about my life before this. you weren't there. you were still a piece of Emo."

[nyx-theangel]

Shedletsky looked at 1x for a bit. Then he looked at DB.

"I see...."

They looked at Builder and went over to DB and Builder. He looked back at DB and his eyes were narrowed, as if suspicious. But they dropped any sense of attempted friendliness and their face looked almost blank.

"Perhaps, you should stand away from him. Hm?" It was asked but the tone didn't make it sound like a request.

[telamon-xd]

so pissed my computer shut itself down while i was typing this earlier "calm down. I'm not going to hurt him,we're just talking. is it wrong for me to converse with others? can I not make friends?" 1x clentched his jaw, trying to hold himself back from just attacking the guy right here,right now.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Ohh :( hopefully it won't shut down again? Or if it does, we can have a break :] or rn even if you would like

"I am calm. I would request you to move. For safety reasons until you can be trusted."

Shedletsky got slightly irritated at DB's response. His head wings spread out, revealing the two sets instead of just one that has been visible.

They took a deep breath, to calm themselves down a bit.

"If you refuse to move, I won't make you. However, I will be staying here. No matter what your choice is."

[telamon-xd]

DB just shrugs,standing up. he doesnt seem that bothered by this,which is sort of weird. "if you insist. very pretty wings. i like them."

its fine my computers just a pos ngl

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky got confused by DB's reaction, he thought that DB would've been at least somewhat bothered. They tilted their head to the side

"Thank you.."

His wings folded back up to just relax. They stopped tilting their head and looked at Builder to check on him

Despite Shedletsky obviously not coming from here, he seemed concerned for Builder anyways.

Mind if I maybe add someone else eventually? :> To try and make things more interesting?

[telamon-xd]

go ahead lol i don't mind :]

"its a manipulation tactic. don't trust him. ever. at all. no matter what he says to you." 1x was clearly very on edge. he didnt want his "dad" to be hurt by this absolute jerk

DB just adjusts his halo,not really listening anymore.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Mhm-" Shedletsky paused, their wings twitched. He looked away from Builder. They seemed to have noticed something but nothing was happening.

Not even a minute later, a portal/rift opened. Builderman walked out, mumbling. The portal/rift closed behind him.

Shedletsky's wings fluffed/puffed up. He went over to Builderman. Their pupils were bigger than normal. He was trying to be nonchalant but he seemed happy to see Builderman.

Builderman looked at Shedletsky and sighed in relief.

"There you are. I've been trying t-"

Shedletsky suddenly hugged Builderman, pretty tightly. "Hi, Builder.."

Builderman snickered and hugged Shedletsky back.

"Hey Tela."

Builderman looked at DB and 1x. He gave a polite smile

"Oh, uh hello."

[telamon-xd]

DB and 1x looked at eachother,then back at the builderman with suprise. neither were expecting that "brighteyes just lets anyone through these days,huh.." 1x grumbled, while DB merely shrugged. he really wasnt bothered by any of this

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman rubbed the back of his head.

"I was just looking for-"

Builderman paused and looked at Shedletsky, taking a second to take in his appearance before continuing.

"Shed. I was looking for Shed and he wouldn't answer me so I went searching."

Shedletsky glanced at 1x and then DB. They glared at DB and hugged Builderman closer. Despite how he was trying to be civil before.

[telamon-xd]

DB ignored the glare,averting his eye,looking down at the table,scraping his claw against it gently 1x just huffed. leave it to him to give visitors grief. it wouldnt be him if he didnt. "whatever. I don't care. we've just had a bunch of sketchy people visiting recently." his eyes glare to DB,before looking back at the other builder

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh."

Builderman looked at 1x and then DB. He made the connection pretty quickly. He looked at Shedletsky and sighed. He looked back at 1x.

"Well, I can assure you that I'm not here to cause trouble."

Shedletsky kept glaring at DB, not taking their eyes off him.

"I can, also try to keep Shed out of trouble if you would like. Though that might be difficult.."

Builderman added, which might have been a little obvious why he had made that comment.

[telamon-xd]

"he hasnt really been that bad. ive been more worried about this guy back here. knew him in a previous world. well-not me-but our shedletsky. he wasnt good news back then,and he certainly isnt now." 1x huffed again. he was tired of all this shit happening back to back. when would he get a break?? seems a lot to ask for these days..

[telamon-xd]

[Some... thing appeared in front of Builderman!]

"Cee clearly didn't firewall this section off properly... Aha! Oh hello there~"

[He felt oddly... familiar.]

- @many-a-scaena-spectatorum

Builder lifted his head from his bed lazily,squinting to make out the figure in front of him,his text box glows behind him "..hello..? are you lost? i can try to help you if you need it-"

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh, don't worry, ive seen you lot before! Hello. How are you feeling? I'm sure you're very tired."

[His smile was a little too wide. Something about the glint in their eyes was off. Not quite human. Enough to set alarm bells off.]

[telamon-xd]

Builder sits up,grabbing his hard hat off the floor and putting it on "I feel fine..and yeah..a little,its pretty late in this universe.." Builder wouldnt say anything about the small uneasy feeling in his gut,he felt that would be rude

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh you poor soul. Say, have this~"

[He flicked a coin at Builder. There was an odd symbol engraved into it, in a lapis lazuli blue. The coin itself was a mixture of gold and silver. He flashed another smile at Builder. The coin felt heavy]

"Wouldn't want anyone mistaking who's been here. It'll help."

[telamon-xd]

he caught the coin,staring at it,curious. Builder was always a curious character. "..what does it do? whts it for? and whay give it to me?"

Builder tilts his head,the weight of the coin isnt lost on him,feeling heavier than a regular coin would

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"Oh. Nothing to you. People like me will recognise it though."

[For a moment, it looked like the eye-like scars on his body blinked. For a moment. Maybe a trick of the light?]

"... You know where a guy can find a certain Emoletsky? I wanna have a chat before Xanthis comes to do the child's bidding."

[telamon-xd]

Builder blinks. he and shedletsky may be on bad terms right now,but he still loves him "..depends on what you plan to do to him-say to him-" Builder just holds the coin. he thought it was pretty,but also wasnt sure if this was going to hurt him or something

(oh so you have survival instincts when it comes this this guy but but with DB you're like "oh he can do no wrong <3/silly)

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Do you want your little boyfriend safe or not?"

[His temper frayed slightly.]

"You've met Cee before. You know what she can do."

[He held Builder's chin, tilting his short ass head up to meet his gaze]

[Yeah but there's a difference between DB and like... a god in a mortal disguise-]

[telamon-xd]

Builder pulled back,glaring slightly. that was..scary. to him. "i don't know where he is..i think he might be in the living room.. if he gets hurt-"

He cut his speech bubble off there,trying to stay calm and reasonable. maybe he didnt want to hurt anyone..instigating wouldnt be smart either way..

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

"... Oh! The little android does have a temper! You had us convinced you didn't!"

[There was an odd echo to his voice as he said "us"]

"Well... You can come with if you don't trust me not to hurt him. Shockingly, I'm not here to cause damage. Yet."

[telamon-xd]

"ANDROID!?!? I'M NOT A ROBOT!!-" Builders text box glitched,but he calmed himself immediately "i'll come with you. i just..i'm sorry..i don't trust you."

Builder seemed to feel really guilty after saying that

[many-a-scaena-spectatorum]

[His smile widened]

"Oh dont apologise darling!~ You just proved exactly what I was thinking. Well, you know the halls better than me."

[He stepped behind Builder, wings fluttering]

"Lead the way, dear."

[telamon-xd]

Builder got out of bed,rubbing his regular eye,and and opened his door,letting him go first,before shutting the door and leading the way to the living room "we aren't exactly on the best of terms right now..he's just been hiding so much from me..i don't really know who to trust anymore..i dont see how the others are just fine with this. like he didnt lie this whole time. I- sorry. rambling.."

he just hugged himself,trudging toward the living room still

[telamon-xd]

A portal/rift opened up and Shedletsky walked through. He looked around. "Wait- this isn't the HQ-" They blurted out as they quickly realized this wasn't right.

Shedletsky looked back at where the rift/portal was at and saw it was gone. "Sh-t." He opened his admin panel and started messing with stuff on it.

They grumbled in annoyance. "Great, it won't work. Maybe my admin panel is broken again. How fantastic." He sighed and closed his admin panel. The wings on their head twitched anxiously, though this place looked vaguely familiar. He started to walk around, exploring.

They walked for a bit before finding a door that was closed. He knocked on it, to see if anyone would answer.

@telamon-thewielderoftheswords

"you too,huh.." Starcard sighs,leaning against the wall,while Doom perked up "Hi! welcome to HQ! we haven't had any visitors in a while." Dusekkar hums "you mean besides starcard?" "ah-yeah!-besides Starcard-"

1x didnt say much,just watching the Shedletsky and Starcard closely

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Heh. Hello! Didn't mean to just, intrude. My admin panel apparently just doesn't like me. So, I bet this is just a different universe." Shedletsky was smiling, despite his predicament.

Shedletsky noticed 1x and waved. Their head wings flapped a bit, which they might look oddly familiar to 1x(as I can remember).

Then Shedletsky looked at Starcard, curiosity getting the best of him. "Are you Starcard? I don't believe I've met you." The way they spoke made it sound like they had an idea of where they were. Or he was just super friendly

[telamon-xd]

"yeah..Thats me. you know who I am?" "Thats what we all said the first time someone visited." Dusekkar huffs,before looking back to 1x "You get used to it." Doom just smiles at the shedletsky "do you need help with anything?we're in the middle of a big crisis. DB is possibly alone with Builder.. we hope not,but its likely."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I don't know you or DB." Shedletsky was looking at Starcard and then looked at Doom. "From the sounds of it, DB isn't trustworthy?"

"Also, I don't actually need help with anything, besides the fact I need to find a way back to my world. Which can wait a while, I'm in no rush."

[telamon-xd]

"i don't really know what he's like now..i mean-i havent seen him in such a long time..he's my partner-He was always a little..much.." Doom huffs "he's more than a little. he told Builder that shed was a worldhopper. Builder can't even look at him right now!" Dusekkar's eyes widen "exscuse me he's a what?? which makes you-" He stares at 1x,who just shrugs "I'm suprised it took you this long,honestly."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Oh wow. He uh.. Doesn't seem like the best person. I probably should keep distance from him."

Shedletsky stood there and just thought for a bit. Before speaking, "Is there anything, I can possibly help with? If not that's fine."

[telamon-xd]

"wait! he's not-he's not a bad guy-he's just..he's a lot to handle-he's hard to deal with if you don't know him-" 1x gives a 'are you serious' look

"listen starz. i know he's your partner and all that,but you're biased. he's always been a jerk. you're just blinded by love. you and pastel both were really blind to his actions." Starcard rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly "i guess.." Doom interrupts "the best thing you can do for us right now is to stay away from DB. we don't know what he's planning,and we'd hate for him to hurt a guest to our world.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Makes sense to me. Though I don't know if he could hurt me but I also don't know him.."

Shedletsky thought for a long moment, like he was debating and perhaps it wasn't for something smart.

"Yeah, sure. I can stay away from him."

They were horrible at lying. To the point that anyone, perhaps even someone who is normally oblivious, could tell he was lying.

[telamon-xd]

Dusekkar and 1x looked at eachother,clocking it instantly. Doom on the other hand,tried to be more trusting "thank you..trust me..he's not a good guy. he was possesing me for a while.."

Starcard looked a little upset after learning that,but stayed silent. He knew DB could be a handful,but would he actually do that..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That's doesn't sound good." He sounded upset on Doom's behalf but also curious(about DB).

They thought for a moment, curiosity etched on their face but they seemed to have dropped it at least for now, seemed like it.

"Yeah that really doesn't sound good. Is there anything else I should know?"

He was trying to seem nonchalant about it but his words were laced with curiosity

[telamon-xd]

"i think he's with Builder..we should really have someone separate the two if i'm going to be honest.." 1x just huffs,kicking nothing "DB is a very determined being. once he has his mind on something,he wont back down esily. like bulder. just evil as fuck." Starcard gave a soft smile "yeah..i always loved that about him..he never backs down.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I could try to help?"

Shedletsky tilted his head and for a moment there was a red ring around his pupils before it disappeared.

"If you would let me of course."

They ignored 1x's comment about DB being determined. He just looked at Doom, studying his face and waiting for a response. They tilted their head slightly(Studying people/things is Telamon's trait here and head tilting)

[telamon-xd]

"i..don't think that's a good idea-he's very manipulative-He's dangerous-I don't want him to hurt you-" "DB wouldnt hurt anyone." Dusekkar just stays silent,floating back to his books,while Doom gives Starcard a look of sympathy "he already has. and now he's manipulating Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I'll be fine. I can handle myself. Plus if one of you want to come as well then I'll have back up. But I would really like to help."

Shedletsky has been very kind and didn't seem to want to go over boundaries since he got here. Right now, they were crossing that line. He wasn't exactly asking anymore. They were suggesting someone could go with them but nonetheless, they seemed set on helping to separate Builder and DB

[telamon-xd]

this can happen but it would be noncanon to the story from this part out,i also just love to write DB,sooo

1x sighs and stands up "fine. i'll go. keep you from getting too comfortable with him. you need someone who knows his games anyways. i'm the only one besides starcard here that does. and Starcard is hot gluing his rose tinted glasses to his face." Starcard looked offended,before doom rubbed his shoulder,calming him down

[nyx-theangel]

Alr alr :D

"Alright! Thank you. Well let's get going."

Shedletsky was about to start walking out of the room before pausing and looking at 1x

"I have no idea where he actually is. Mind leading the way???"

Once 1x agreed(which he probably did or whatever), Shedletsky then started to walk. His curiosity was bubbling but he also knew he had to tread cautiously.

[wbwroom]

"yeah yeah. this way." 1x grumbled,pretty much dragging the shedletsky by his sleeve he didnt really care if the other shedletsky was uncomfortable,he treated it like a chore,if deep down,he really wanted builder to be ok. the more people in the room,the less likely he'd try something. right..?

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky shrugged. He just followed 1x.

They decided to make a comment so they didn't just walk in silence, "A lot has happened since my last visit, hm?" He didn't explain what he meant by that but it was an indication that he's been here before.

[telamon-xd]

"tons. Doom was possesed,that freaky star guy is here now,DB is doing illumina knows what-Builders being stupidly sweet an dodging red flags,its stressful. as long as whatevers going on is contained in HQ though,its not too big of a deal." 1x didnt register that indication,just assuming he was someone Builder had spoken to before,builder loves greeting other aus that visit. and he was asleep half the time. "i'm worried for Builder."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Hm. That is worrisome.. Perhaps with others there tho, nothing bad will happen? Hopefully."

Shedletsky looked ahead and spotted the kitchen(I believe that's where DB and Builder were during this).

"Is that where they are?" He tilted his head as he asked that

[telamon-xd]

"it should be. if they aren't there i'm going to tear a hole in the wall." 1x kicked the door open agressively,fixing the domino crown on his head,and it slipped slightly "HEY DIPSHIT. GET AWAY FROM MY DAD." Builder was in his blob form,eating icecream,and DB looked over,slightly startled "woah-don't break the door,im sure your friends wouldnt be very happy about that-" "Don't care. what a-" He finally took in the scene,builder eating icecream,DB watching,holding a napkin just in case it looked really cute. "..did you poison it or something??-" DB's eyes landed on the other shedletsky instead of answering such a ridiculous question "oh? and who's this?"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at the scene. He came into the kitchen. He then looked at DB.

"I'm Shedletsky, from another world." He kept his answer short, not giving too much detail. His head wings twitched slightly

He looked over at Builder and waved at him. Then looked back at DB.

"You must be DB? We haven't met before."

[telamon-xd]

"thats me,yes. I'm also from another world. My world is long gone though,i'm afraid. i'm working on a way to bring it back." DB smiles at the other shedletsky,before checking back up on Builder. 1x looked disgusted "he's bad. like,really bad. dont let him get in your head. literally."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky glanced at 1x.

"Alright. I understand." They were still keeping that in mind but they weren't going to be outright hostile to someone they just met.

He looked at DB. "If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your world? Unless that is a sensitive topic you don't want to discuss."

[telamon-xd]

"sensitive to shedletsky maybe. but i'm not ashamed of my past. Our world was infected by an entity that spread a corruption. I was one of the first to get corrupted,so I really didnt have to see the world fall apart. I guess most of the world is gone now,though. there's corrupted versions of our friends walking around,probably my partner aswell-i'm trying to find a way to bring them all back,to fix our world. I was hoping i'd have some luck here." 1x just glared at him,refusing to feel any remorse for him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can end up finding a way to bring them back and fix your world."

Despite how the words could be seen as encouraging or perhaps someone who felt pity trying to comfort someone, Shedletsky wasn't showing either on his face, body language, or even tone of voice. They were being neutral, so it wasn't hostile but it also wasn't meant to let anyone in either.

"Though, I have seen many people... Unhappy, to put it, with you being here. Which, not to assume or come of as hostile, I believe there would have to be a reason for that. Would you perhaps have an idea about why this is?"

(I love how this stupid bird can't always hide his habit of speech because of how he talks as Telamon)

[telamon-xd]

"shedletsky has told them stories. forcing his opinion of me onto others. I havn't done anything. besides possess Doom. but in my defesnse I didnt even do that on purpose. and its not like i did anything bad with his body either." DB's eyes locked onto 1x "i dont know this one. but they seem to hate me just as much as emo. kinda reminds me of him aswell. looks wise. emo wasnt as aggressive." "makes me wonder.."

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"I see.. Well, I don't plan on being hostile to you. Since there has been no reason to, yet."

Shedletsky looked at 1x and then back at DB

"Who is Emo? If I may ask? I haven't heard that name before"

He tilted his head, curious. They were observant and curious. Which with how much curiosity he has, it may as well as possibly become dangerous with the wrong people(DB in this case).

[telamon-xd]

"its what my shedletsky was called before he showed up here. now everyones calling him shedletsky. its weird." "people change their names sometimes. its not that weird." 1x was extremely verbally hostile to to DB. he must really hate him

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Ohhh.. Makes sense. Though 1x does have a point that some people do change their names. But sometimes it takes people time to get used to it."

Shedletsky paused and took a moment to think and then decided to say it anyways.

"My Roblox for example. They literally just say "you" when speaking to me. Name changes take people time to get used to and some get used to it faster than others."

Perhaps it was careless for him to say that but he didn't seem bothered by it

[telamon-xd]

1x shrugged "DB shouldnt even be alive to get used to the name change. we saw him get corrupted." DB doesnt react to 1x's insult,just watching builder "its fascinating to watch this guy eat"

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky sighed. They looked at 1x.

"I get you hate him, but perhaps being this hostile isn't the way to go?"

He glanced at DB and back at 1x waiting for a response.

[telamon-xd]

"nothing else works on him! he's evil! he's been like this forever! kindness and understanding only make him more driven!!" DB just shrugs

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky looked at DB and then 1x. They looked confused at 1x's comment

"What makes him evil? I don't understand but I would like to know. I might understand your point of view then.."

[telamon-xd]

"he has a god complex. at least thats how I see it. he thinks he can play god and bring his world back. he doesnt care what methods. he'd step on all of us if it meant bringing the world back. he's NOT misunderstood though. he was still manipulative towards both his partner and his best friend before any of this too. he's always been a bad person." "How i do wish I knew how you know anything about my life before this. you weren't there. you were still a piece of Emo."

[nyx-theangel]

Shedletsky looked at 1x for a bit. Then he looked at DB.

"I see...."

They looked at Builder and went over to DB and Builder. He looked back at DB and his eyes were narrowed, as if suspicious. But they dropped any sense of attempted friendliness and their face looked almost blank.

"Perhaps, you should stand away from him. Hm?" It was asked but the tone didn't make it sound like a request.

[telamon-xd]

so pissed my computer shut itself down while i was typing this earlier "calm down. I'm not going to hurt him,we're just talking. is it wrong for me to converse with others? can I not make friends?" 1x clentched his jaw, trying to hold himself back from just attacking the guy right here,right now.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Ohh :( hopefully it won't shut down again? Or if it does, we can have a break :] or rn even if you would like

"I am calm. I would request you to move. For safety reasons until you can be trusted."

Shedletsky got slightly irritated at DB's response. His head wings spread out, revealing the two sets instead of just one that has been visible.

They took a deep breath, to calm themselves down a bit.

"If you refuse to move, I won't make you. However, I will be staying here. No matter what your choice is."

[telamon-xd]

DB just shrugs,standing up. he doesnt seem that bothered by this,which is sort of weird. "if you insist. very pretty wings. i like them."

its fine my computers just a pos ngl

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Shedletsky got confused by DB's reaction, he thought that DB would've been at least somewhat bothered. They tilted their head to the side

"Thank you.."

His wings folded back up to just relax. They stopped tilting their head and looked at Builder to check on him

Despite Shedletsky obviously not coming from here, he seemed concerned for Builder anyways.

Mind if I maybe add someone else eventually? :> To try and make things more interesting?

[telamon-xd]

go ahead lol i don't mind :]

"its a manipulation tactic. don't trust him. ever. at all. no matter what he says to you." 1x was clearly very on edge. he didnt want his "dad" to be hurt by this absolute jerk

DB just adjusts his halo,not really listening anymore.

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

"Mhm-" Shedletsky paused, their wings twitched. He looked away from Builder. They seemed to have noticed something but nothing was happening.

Not even a minute later, a portal/rift opened. Builderman walked out, mumbling. The portal/rift closed behind him.

Shedletsky's wings fluffed/puffed up. He went over to Builderman. Their pupils were bigger than normal. He was trying to be nonchalant but he seemed happy to see Builderman.

Builderman looked at Shedletsky and sighed in relief.

"There you are. I've been trying t-"

Shedletsky suddenly hugged Builderman, pretty tightly. "Hi, Builder.."

Builderman snickered and hugged Shedletsky back.

"Hey Tela."

Builderman looked at DB and 1x. He gave a polite smile

"Oh, uh hello."

[telamon-xd]

DB and 1x looked at eachother,then back at the builderman with suprise. neither were expecting that "brighteyes just lets anyone through these days,huh.." 1x grumbled, while DB merely shrugged. he really wasnt bothered by any of this

[telamon-thewielderoftheswords]

Builderman rubbed the back of his head.

"I was just looking for-"

Builderman paused and looked at Shedletsky, taking a second to take in his appearance before continuing.

"Shed. I was looking for Shed and he wouldn't answer me so I went searching."

Shedletsky glanced at 1x and then DB. They glared at DB and hugged Builderman closer. Despite how he was trying to be civil before.

[telamon-xd]

DB ignored the glare,averting his eye,looking down at the table,scraping his claw against it gently 1x just huffed. leave it to him to give visitors grief. it wouldnt be him if he didnt. "whatever. I don't care. we've just had a bunch of sketchy people visiting recently." his eyes glare to DB,before looking back at the other builder