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[what-a-slimeball]

.. ○° INTRO

"Eye Spy." -Minecraft

"Fold a blanket around my heart, knowing it's hard to keep hope alive when the sun goes dark" / "Who would have ever thought summer would pass so fast" - Sun Goes Dark, Sparkbird.

(get it because d3r is like his bright sun who brought color back to his life. yeah where's the door i'll go /silly)

.. ○° WELCOME

To a Totally Normal and Fun, headcanon heavy AveryTheMayo based rp blog!

This blog is based vaguely through the events of DAWTDE, mostly oriented around the search for d3rlord3 / the library sequence onward, just because the lore is fun. This blog will have a lot of Minecraft related posts in general, both IC & OOC! (Mostly because Admin can never shut up about this game) Despite being a DAWTDE focused rp blog, the story is mainly about Minecraft, which Avery almost closed out of multiple times. Maybe in some timeline, it just went to a different server. Who knows!

I am open to basically anything!! Everything may be really awkward at first, but please hold on and bear with us for a bit!

This blog in particular is linked with @d-3-r-lord-3 by oomf @awriternamedart , who has super cool blogs you should totally check out!!! Interactions with this blog will be tagged with #FOUNDYOUX

.. ○° CRITERIA / CONTENT

Admin and muse are both ADULTS!

Shipping is A-OKAY! (With the exception of no minors & no incest) Though this blog does have a partner blog!! I'm pretty good with multishipping anyway but just be appropriate!!

I do have social anxiety so please give like 2-3 days to get to asks/posts and I should be right there! (or send me a dm if I'm gone. Part of this blog experience is to help unlearn some of those habits and to do exposure therapy!

Due to the nature of this source material, there will likely be darker topics ahead, but all will be tagged appropriately at the beginning of a thread!

Vague List: psychological horror, mental health concerns, anxious attachment, spiraling, themes of depression, derealization, worthlessness, etc.

This blog may not be for everyone, and that's totally cool!! No hard feelings!!

Avery content will either be in some sort of green / white font, while Admin will be in blue! Yes, odd colors, please forgive me!!

I will NOT partake in:

- racism, homophobia, transphobia, bigotry, ableism, the list may be updated.

- I do NOT use AI for anything, and if I find out someone is running our content through AI for anything, I am blocking immediately.

- I will happily use the block freely if I feel it, especially to keep others safe. Please don't take offense. :)

Basically, just be kind, and I'll be kind back! We all wanna have fun!

.. ○° HEADCANON INFO

Oh boy, fun time!

Avery - 19 - He/It

Gay + Demiboy

Some basic headcanons (list will be updated eventually!)

- Outside of the game, it was an art major with a minor in botany. Despite this, blue orchids, in particular, seem to make him almost feel dizzy to look at.

- Claims that having different "skins" for certain events (e.g, skywars/pvp, casual) gives it better luck.

- He's got a better reaction time than most, at least when it comes to gameplay mechanics for combat. He's not very knowledgeable on other aspects of the game, despite how long he's been playing. It just never really wanted to memorize everything.

- Avery's favorite kind of thing to do in the game is play PVP, but he does have a few scrapped, singleplayer survival worlds that it drops on occasion, testing things out building wise and just tying to relax playing its favorite game.

- ... For some reason, Avery is really bad with directions. At least it has some whimsy.

Personality Base

Avery holds whimsy in his heart, usually! It can be a bit of a prankster and a little rebellious, cause where's the fun in following the rules? This does lead to a bit of difficulty in making friends, which does break his heart just a little. Avery can be somewhat competitive if given a little nudge in the correct direction, but otherwise typically bounces back and forth between making impulsive decisions and desperately clinging to those who may be close by.

It needs some kind of support. Without it, he may as well live day to day on repeat.

He is trying to learn to better manage those urges, but in light of recent events... it may be a little bit difficult to adjust.

.. ○° ADMIN INFO

Admin is 21+

Admin is trans & demiromantic

Main blog is @wisp-whip

PLEASE tell me if my themes look off, I'm colorblind (red/green) and can't tell unless everything is blue and yellow LOL

.. ○° TAGS

#SLIMEBALLX for IC content!

#DEGOOPEDX for OOC content!

#STICKYTIMESX for poking other muses!

#SLIMEWARNINGSX for sensitive content!

.. ○° FINAL INFO

Thank you for taking the time to read all of this!

No matter where you are, I hope you have a good day, and know that you are loved and appreciated. Stay hydrated, and be cool. ᯓ★

.. ○° REFERENCES

ALL ARTISTS WILL BE CREDITED IN POSTS / ASKS IF USED

SOME GENERAL DESIGN REFERENCES

(we're gonna ignore that this is in Roblox. okok good)

[what-a-slimeball]

Gamer LOG OFF hastur is gonna get yo asssssss bdah😭😭😭😭😭 come back in like 5 minutes maybe hel leave by then

[ Okay, time to be a little mischievous and turn away from the knight standing close by to answer this one. But... how to answer? ]

" I don't want to leave D3rlord alone again, though. He's, like, freaking me out a little, but if he's been here for hours and nothing has changed, I don't think it will if I leave, haha... "

[ He's cooked. ]

[what-a-slimeball]

avery i need you to know i want to squish your slime tummy so bad.

[ He stared at this one for a good while, thinking... scratching the side of his cheek idly with a pointer finger. ]

" ... Huh? "

[ It's a little baffled. Surely he's flustered, Anon! ]

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ Footsteps.

He cant stop his heart from springing to life, racing at the prospect of whats to come. Eagerness. This was it, this was what he was waiting for- surely, surely this was what it was all coming down to.

He got to his feet, anxiety and nerves carrying every bone in his body, building up the platform underneath the lectern the best he could. Safely. He had to ensure his safety.

Brown and gold eyes remained locked in, watching that username approach, floating through the blocks- as if seeing it from his own eyes, as if in person. His breath caught, wooden axe firmly held in his hand. Waiting. Watching.

...surely its been long enough, right-?

..He reached up, and destroyed that block right under Averys feet.

Finally coming face to face with the pillar of his sanity. He cant stop the smile on his face, watching oh so carefully as he reacts, responds, alive. Alive.]

"..You're not a very hard guy to catch, you know."

-

🎨; take it away oomf >:) @what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Finally peeking at the lecturn, he started reading... it didn't seem like an incredibly long book, unlike some of the others, and the fact that it was on a lecturn in the middle of a fancy pedestal surely meant something, right? So, with a slight breath of concern, it continued, and -- ]

[ A block breaking. Avery heard it yet didn't react fast enough, falling down from the spot in front of the lecturn with a startled yelp. He landed fairly safely, at least! A little bounce, and he was back on his feet, whipping around in confusion. ]

[ ... Golden armor, and... oh, the slime was speechless for a second. It just blinked at D3rlord, equally stunned and amazed that it actually found him. Or, rather, D3rlord found him, but... whatever! ]

" It's you? "

[ Yeah. Real smooth, Avery. ]

[ That earlier shock was replaced with giddy surprise as he cracked a laugh, astonished. Had he really been here all this time? ]

" Oh my god, I found you! Did you throw a book at my head? Jeez, I was totally freaking out about not finding you, and I just got pelted! "

//rubs my hands together evilly...... it's time......

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ He spares a little laugh, head tilting to the side as D3r watches, watches Avery smile and bounce and get all excited. Its enough to make him smile, smile like he hadn't since this all started- genuine, kind, soft, and a little bit crooked. Not that Avery could see it, at least not in game. ]

"Me."

[ Its- a dumbfounded response. But hey, what can you do?]

"That you did. And- haha, sorry, I didn't mean to harm. I just.. needed a way to get your attention."

[ His wings betray him, battered and upset, fluttering in excitement- though he was quick to tame them, smoothing them down back into his back, a feathered cloak of sorts. Hm-? Oh, the pages have writing again..

D3rlord extends a hand out, silently asking for the books return- half curious if Echo had said or asked anything, or if the book only worked for him..? Oh, no matter.]

"You aren't hurt, right-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Avery is just going to pretend he didn't tear a page out of the book after glancing it over, since he never really checked the book until now. Maybe that was foolish. He's also going to pretend he didn't shove a page in his pocket, slightly embarrassed. It cleared its throat after a second and awkwardly offered the book back with a beaming grin. Play it cool. ]

" Hurt? Oh, pshh, no, not really -- uh, don't think so, anyway! Didn't hurt too bad! Just surprised me, haha! "

[ ... A tiny headache, but it's fine, right? Okay, breathe! Just... pick somewhere to look! Maybe those wings -- cloak? Or maybe just what was hidden under the helm? Or -- ]

" ... Sorry, sorry, I'm just still really stunned that I actually found you, I was... really worried. "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"-?"

[ What is Avery hiding-? He takes the book curiously, eyes following that crumpled up paper- before the answer leapt to his mind unbidden, blinking in surprise as the truth unveiled itself to him. Huh. Guess Avery has also been getting these odd questions.. no matter.

He tucked the book up into his belt, securing it into spot- not before flipping through the pages, softly apologizing to Echo for throwing the book around.]

"..We have other things to worry about. Did you read the book?"

[ No, stupid idiot - you broke the block before he could. Eager fuck. D3rlord3 more like Gaylord3 ]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ ... Avery watched D3rlord follow his motions as he tried (and failed) to hide that page out of sight. Oops. The knight totally knew about the questions coming out of thin air, right? Maybe it wasn't that bad? ]

" Book? I didn't really read the one chucked at my head, it's mostly blank... but that miiight be because of the fact that I was, like, running and reading, so... I probably missed something... "

[ Hold on, Avery is connecting dots. Maybe it did have a bit of a concussion from the book dropped on his head. Whoopsies. That's a problem for later, he'll be fine! ]

" ... Ohh. No, the one outside? Haha, I was through the third line, at least! Then I tumbled right to you! "

[ Yeah, he might have to go back up and read it through. ]

//GIGGLING ABOUT GAYLORD3

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oops.]

"..Sorry. Here, go and read it- its important."

[ He sighs- oh so fond. But also. A little worried- Avery seemed a bit more out of it then usual. But regardless, he waited patiently, finally adhering to the begs of the silent to preen his wings.

He sits down on the planks, slowly trying to comb his fingers through the worn out feathers, working through it slowly and rather inefficiently- it was not exactly.. easy. Each move was clumsy, sore, or struggling to reach- but the itch it relieved was much more embarressing. Had he really been so ingrossed in his state to ignore that kind of inconvience..-?

...thats embarressing. Oh well. We just continue to wait for Avery. ]

-

🎨: KEKEKEKEK

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's important, right -- that made sense, it was on an important looking pedestal, and it definitely had more pages than just the one. So, dusting himself off really quickly to avoid making a fool of itself in front of the knight, Avery set down some of the wooden planks to make a little platform. ]

[ Avery poked his head up and glanced around first before checking the pedestal again, eyes scanning the pages... some of the words simply weren't making sense right now, but the gist of the book was grim. His face scrunched slightly in disgust before dropping back down to meet with the golden knight once again. ]

" Okay, so, we're cooked, is the gist of it. Right? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats- ..certainly one way to put it."

[ He chuckles, low and fond, looking back up at the slime through the slits in his helmet. Of course thats the words hed choose to use- shaking his head and letting go of the wings in his grasp. He could worry about those later. Ignore the fact they look worse now then when he started.]

"...What do you know about the- King in Yellow?"

[ Gods. Even saying the name left a sour taste on the back of his tongue, his voice dropping tense, low, anxious. As if uttering the words could bring its gaze about. Here they were safe but- still.

...ok the book is buzzing incessently. Alright- lets take a look.]

"..Have you also been getting these odd questions-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Ooh, don't mind the way Avery's gaze immediately flicked to those wings, almost intrigued by their current condition. He probably shouldn't ask, but something nagged in his heart at the sight. Maybe it was weird to stare? Probably. Avery looked away after a moment before shrugging. ]

" ... Not... much? I don't really read horror, freaks me out... but I know of the book? "

[ Not the most helpful answer, but hey, at least vague knowledge can help survivability... now and then. ]

" And... questions? Yeah, haha! I guess so! I keep getting prompts in the chat, so... I've just been kinda talking to them to not go crazy looking for you, so... they've quieted down a bit, but... "

[ Its gaze flicked to the book, curious. ]

" ... Do you also keep getting confusing ones? I keep getting ominous warnings... "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats good enough."

[ ..Ok . Now how do we tell Avery to leave?

He has to think for a moment, before ..blink. Oh well- the distraction is welcome from the iminant danger.]

"..Im unsure about ominous. Ive started a few conversations with some of them- they seem all rather... concerned, I suppose...Among.. other implications."

[ Ignore the way his feathers ruffled up in slight embarressment- .Wait a second. His wings snap in suddenly, mood drawing close as his grip got threateningly tight on the books spine.]

"..Have they been threatening you?"

[ woah there. ]

-

🎨: calm down my guy oml . rolls eyes get a load of this guy

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's Avery's turn to blink a few times, confused! The slime listened with a slightly concerned expression on its face, head tilting to the side. Thinking. ]

" You're saying a book -- "

[ Don't question it, at this point. He sighed, arms crossing against his chest while trying to recall some of the comments and prompts from earlier. Mostly sweet and fine, really... ]

" ... Woah! Woah, okay! "

[ Sorry, Avery couldn't help but burst out laughing as D3rlord questioned whether anyone had threatened the poor slime. He was pretty sure everything was fine! ]

" No one's tried to jump me or anything, D3rlord! Just some warnings, um, someone talked about some ball and now I don't know how to get rid of it, but... I'm fine! Are you okay? No one's tried anything with you? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oh .

Embarressment immediately springs to D3rlords3 face. His wings snap open, instinctively wrapping around himself to hide, face burning beneath the helmet - cheeks feeling like they were on fire from how utterly embarressed he was- gods, why did he say that. Avery could handle himself. There was no need to get all- like this!

What is wrong with him..-?

Nevermind that. Hes quick to try and push his feathers out of the way, ignoring how puffed up and agitated they all were- no need for that. He was fine. It was fine.

Avery is still safe. ]

"..let me see the ball. And it would be best to heed their warnings, they know things from an outsiders perspective."

[ Theres a soft sigh in his voice- they should really get rid of that before it becomes a bigger issue..]

"..But yes, this book, for better or worse, has been.. talking with me. For example theres currently something in there about- someone being imprisoned..-? ..Im not entirely sure myself."

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It was sweet to see the knight so concerned, truly! Avery's laughter reduced to quiet giggles as it began to calm down from that little outburst of humor. D3rlord did not need to know that the slime's chest ached at the thought. He probably would know, but... oh well. ]

" ... Ohh boy. "

[ That was a way to put it, really. So much has been happening that it's all starting to feel a little fuzzy. Avery glanced around the room, briefly scanning for danger. It fumbled for a moment before pulling the small yellow ball thing someone had gifted him free from his inventory, setting it down with an awkward shrug of his shoulders afterward. ]

" Uh... good luck with it! Don't let it bite you, someone said it would eat you? "

//STILL giggling about the verity asks btw

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ AAAnd over the edge it goes. Into the void with ye, a look of scorn crossing his face before he sighed, relaxing a little. Ok. One more threat eliminated. He watches it to make sure it despawns in the void below before finally considering that done and dusted. ]

"..Well, what do you suppose we do now?"

[ He turns back to Avery, finally sighing- before concern crossed his face, head tilting slightly as he took in their state. Walking up, inspecting Averys expression, face, and state- the symptoms.]

"...Are you sure youre alright-?"

[ ..wait why is he asking. Permission, he guessed? Knowing everything felt like a perversion, yet .. well.

Taking a deep breath, he started to try and stifle through the endless rushing noise, constant, everywhere, head stuck in a flowing river with no way to pull it out. But after a few moments, the answer came to him, eyes snapping open again. Concussion.

But- ..how?

Was Avery tied to the game like him-? Did he already get his claws into- ...the church.

His jaw was set. This was far more dire then hed thought.]

"How do you feel right now. Behind the screen- how are you?"

-

🎨: KEKEKEK der wants Nothin to do with that oml he has enough problems 😭

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Oh boy, goodbye to the little yellow ball with the silly face... Avery watched it just get thrown into the void, blinking a couple of times in surprise. Huh. That was... definitely a way to deal with an unwanted gift, apparently! ]

" ... Aha.. "

[ Very helpful, Avery. ]

[ Well, really, he had to think this one through. There wasn't much to be done here, was there? If this was some eldritch deity infesting the world, wouldn't just... logging off and forgetting about it be best? But D3rlord would have done that, right? Before it could even try to answer, the knight swirled around with visible concern. The slime flinched back an inch, simply surprised with the sudden direct focus. ]

" Just a little dizzy, weirdly tired... kinda feel like I might blow up if I stand up? "

[ Despite the lingering symptoms, it was in a cheery mood now that one threat had been eliminated. An odd fuzziness replaced that previous fear, curious -- why was the knight so worried, suddenly? Was something wrong? Avery simply cocked his head to the side much like a confused dog and winced subtly. ]

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ...fuck. ]

"Avery. You need to log off. Now."

[ And suddenly, theres a D3rlord in your face, hands gripping his shoulders tightly as the words slowly processed in his mind.

Avery had gotten a concussion. From the book landing on his head.

Avery.

The person behind the screen.

The only other person who had that kind of connection to the world, to the physical realm, was himself. Because of it.

It was already here. It knew they were both here.

He had Avery.]

"Now, Avery. Your goal has been reached- you found me. So now, you need to leave."

[ The frantic breath behind each word was stuttered, afraid. Rushed. Granted his first worry was always going to be him, but now they had eyes on them. Countless, countless eyes able to speak to them, ask them questions, tell others, tell him. And that lingering anxiety exploded in his chest, drawing his ribs tight, his mind racing with minimal solutions.

Bile rose in the back of his throat.]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Don't mind the way Avery jumped slightly when met with such close proximity. The slime stared at the knight, eyebrows furrowing behind the screen briefly. Sure, he felt odd, but it wasn't that serious, was it? ]

[ Why was D3rlord acting like this was life or death? ]

" What? "

[ Snapping back to reality, Avery shook his head immediately -- squinting slightly from the tension. Maybe it just needed to grab some water or something? Thirteen hours with nothing, after all. That must be why he was so concerned. Surely nothing else. ]

" Are you kidding? I'm not leaving, I just found you! You went missing off the face of everything, I'm not just gonna let you sit here! "

[ Stubborn. It didn't budge an inch, trying to stay firmly planted to the platform to avoid any risk of interference. Sorry, D3rlord! ]

//we're gonna pretend i colored the text right on the last reply ok /silly

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ Footsteps.

He cant stop his heart from springing to life, racing at the prospect of whats to come. Eagerness. This was it, this was what he was waiting for- surely, surely this was what it was all coming down to.

He got to his feet, anxiety and nerves carrying every bone in his body, building up the platform underneath the lectern the best he could. Safely. He had to ensure his safety.

Brown and gold eyes remained locked in, watching that username approach, floating through the blocks- as if seeing it from his own eyes, as if in person. His breath caught, wooden axe firmly held in his hand. Waiting. Watching.

...surely its been long enough, right-?

..He reached up, and destroyed that block right under Averys feet.

Finally coming face to face with the pillar of his sanity. He cant stop the smile on his face, watching oh so carefully as he reacts, responds, alive. Alive.]

"..You're not a very hard guy to catch, you know."

-

🎨; take it away oomf >:) @what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Finally peeking at the lecturn, he started reading... it didn't seem like an incredibly long book, unlike some of the others, and the fact that it was on a lecturn in the middle of a fancy pedestal surely meant something, right? So, with a slight breath of concern, it continued, and -- ]

[ A block breaking. Avery heard it yet didn't react fast enough, falling down from the spot in front of the lecturn with a startled yelp. He landed fairly safely, at least! A little bounce, and he was back on his feet, whipping around in confusion. ]

[ ... Golden armor, and... oh, the slime was speechless for a second. It just blinked at D3rlord, equally stunned and amazed that it actually found him. Or, rather, D3rlord found him, but... whatever! ]

" It's you? "

[ Yeah. Real smooth, Avery. ]

[ That earlier shock was replaced with giddy surprise as he cracked a laugh, astonished. Had he really been here all this time? ]

" Oh my god, I found you! Did you throw a book at my head? Jeez, I was totally freaking out about not finding you, and I just got pelted! "

//rubs my hands together evilly...... it's time......

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ He spares a little laugh, head tilting to the side as D3r watches, watches Avery smile and bounce and get all excited. Its enough to make him smile, smile like he hadn't since this all started- genuine, kind, soft, and a little bit crooked. Not that Avery could see it, at least not in game. ]

"Me."

[ Its- a dumbfounded response. But hey, what can you do?]

"That you did. And- haha, sorry, I didn't mean to harm. I just.. needed a way to get your attention."

[ His wings betray him, battered and upset, fluttering in excitement- though he was quick to tame them, smoothing them down back into his back, a feathered cloak of sorts. Hm-? Oh, the pages have writing again..

D3rlord extends a hand out, silently asking for the books return- half curious if Echo had said or asked anything, or if the book only worked for him..? Oh, no matter.]

"You aren't hurt, right-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Avery is just going to pretend he didn't tear a page out of the book after glancing it over, since he never really checked the book until now. Maybe that was foolish. He's also going to pretend he didn't shove a page in his pocket, slightly embarrassed. It cleared its throat after a second and awkwardly offered the book back with a beaming grin. Play it cool. ]

" Hurt? Oh, pshh, no, not really -- uh, don't think so, anyway! Didn't hurt too bad! Just surprised me, haha! "

[ ... A tiny headache, but it's fine, right? Okay, breathe! Just... pick somewhere to look! Maybe those wings -- cloak? Or maybe just what was hidden under the helm? Or -- ]

" ... Sorry, sorry, I'm just still really stunned that I actually found you, I was... really worried. "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"-?"

[ What is Avery hiding-? He takes the book curiously, eyes following that crumpled up paper- before the answer leapt to his mind unbidden, blinking in surprise as the truth unveiled itself to him. Huh. Guess Avery has also been getting these odd questions.. no matter.

He tucked the book up into his belt, securing it into spot- not before flipping through the pages, softly apologizing to Echo for throwing the book around.]

"..We have other things to worry about. Did you read the book?"

[ No, stupid idiot - you broke the block before he could. Eager fuck. D3rlord3 more like Gaylord3 ]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ ... Avery watched D3rlord follow his motions as he tried (and failed) to hide that page out of sight. Oops. The knight totally knew about the questions coming out of thin air, right? Maybe it wasn't that bad? ]

" Book? I didn't really read the one chucked at my head, it's mostly blank... but that miiight be because of the fact that I was, like, running and reading, so... I probably missed something... "

[ Hold on, Avery is connecting dots. Maybe it did have a bit of a concussion from the book dropped on his head. Whoopsies. That's a problem for later, he'll be fine! ]

" ... Ohh. No, the one outside? Haha, I was through the third line, at least! Then I tumbled right to you! "

[ Yeah, he might have to go back up and read it through. ]

//GIGGLING ABOUT GAYLORD3

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oops.]

"..Sorry. Here, go and read it- its important."

[ He sighs- oh so fond. But also. A little worried- Avery seemed a bit more out of it then usual. But regardless, he waited patiently, finally adhering to the begs of the silent to preen his wings.

He sits down on the planks, slowly trying to comb his fingers through the worn out feathers, working through it slowly and rather inefficiently- it was not exactly.. easy. Each move was clumsy, sore, or struggling to reach- but the itch it relieved was much more embarressing. Had he really been so ingrossed in his state to ignore that kind of inconvience..-?

...thats embarressing. Oh well. We just continue to wait for Avery. ]

-

🎨: KEKEKEKEK

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's important, right -- that made sense, it was on an important looking pedestal, and it definitely had more pages than just the one. So, dusting himself off really quickly to avoid making a fool of itself in front of the knight, Avery set down some of the wooden planks to make a little platform. ]

[ Avery poked his head up and glanced around first before checking the pedestal again, eyes scanning the pages... some of the words simply weren't making sense right now, but the gist of the book was grim. His face scrunched slightly in disgust before dropping back down to meet with the golden knight once again. ]

" Okay, so, we're cooked, is the gist of it. Right? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats- ..certainly one way to put it."

[ He chuckles, low and fond, looking back up at the slime through the slits in his helmet. Of course thats the words hed choose to use- shaking his head and letting go of the wings in his grasp. He could worry about those later. Ignore the fact they look worse now then when he started.]

"...What do you know about the- King in Yellow?"

[ Gods. Even saying the name left a sour taste on the back of his tongue, his voice dropping tense, low, anxious. As if uttering the words could bring its gaze about. Here they were safe but- still.

...ok the book is buzzing incessently. Alright- lets take a look.]

"..Have you also been getting these odd questions-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Ooh, don't mind the way Avery's gaze immediately flicked to those wings, almost intrigued by their current condition. He probably shouldn't ask, but something nagged in his heart at the sight. Maybe it was weird to stare? Probably. Avery looked away after a moment before shrugging. ]

" ... Not... much? I don't really read horror, freaks me out... but I know of the book? "

[ Not the most helpful answer, but hey, at least vague knowledge can help survivability... now and then. ]

" And... questions? Yeah, haha! I guess so! I keep getting prompts in the chat, so... I've just been kinda talking to them to not go crazy looking for you, so... they've quieted down a bit, but... "

[ Its gaze flicked to the book, curious. ]

" ... Do you also keep getting confusing ones? I keep getting ominous warnings... "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats good enough."

[ ..Ok . Now how do we tell Avery to leave?

He has to think for a moment, before ..blink. Oh well- the distraction is welcome from the iminant danger.]

"..Im unsure about ominous. Ive started a few conversations with some of them- they seem all rather... concerned, I suppose...Among.. other implications."

[ Ignore the way his feathers ruffled up in slight embarressment- .Wait a second. His wings snap in suddenly, mood drawing close as his grip got threateningly tight on the books spine.]

"..Have they been threatening you?"

[ woah there. ]

-

🎨: calm down my guy oml . rolls eyes get a load of this guy

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's Avery's turn to blink a few times, confused! The slime listened with a slightly concerned expression on its face, head tilting to the side. Thinking. ]

" You're saying a book -- "

[ Don't question it, at this point. He sighed, arms crossing against his chest while trying to recall some of the comments and prompts from earlier. Mostly sweet and fine, really... ]

" ... Woah! Woah, okay! "

[ Sorry, Avery couldn't help but burst out laughing as D3rlord questioned whether anyone had threatened the poor slime. He was pretty sure everything was fine! ]

" No one's tried to jump me or anything, D3rlord! Just some warnings, um, someone talked about some ball and now I don't know how to get rid of it, but... I'm fine! Are you okay? No one's tried anything with you? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oh .

Embarressment immediately springs to D3rlords3 face. His wings snap open, instinctively wrapping around himself to hide, face burning beneath the helmet - cheeks feeling like they were on fire from how utterly embarressed he was- gods, why did he say that. Avery could handle himself. There was no need to get all- like this!

What is wrong with him..-?

Nevermind that. Hes quick to try and push his feathers out of the way, ignoring how puffed up and agitated they all were- no need for that. He was fine. It was fine.

Avery is still safe. ]

"..let me see the ball. And it would be best to heed their warnings, they know things from an outsiders perspective."

[ Theres a soft sigh in his voice- they should really get rid of that before it becomes a bigger issue..]

"..But yes, this book, for better or worse, has been.. talking with me. For example theres currently something in there about- someone being imprisoned..-? ..Im not entirely sure myself."

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It was sweet to see the knight so concerned, truly! Avery's laughter reduced to quiet giggles as it began to calm down from that little outburst of humor. D3rlord did not need to know that the slime's chest ached at the thought. He probably would know, but... oh well. ]

" ... Ohh boy. "

[ That was a way to put it, really. So much has been happening that it's all starting to feel a little fuzzy. Avery glanced around the room, briefly scanning for danger. It fumbled for a moment before pulling the small yellow ball thing someone had gifted him free from his inventory, setting it down with an awkward shrug of his shoulders afterward. ]

" Uh... good luck with it! Don't let it bite you, someone said it would eat you? "

//STILL giggling about the verity asks btw

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ AAAnd over the edge it goes. Into the void with ye, a look of scorn crossing his face before he sighed, relaxing a little. Ok. One more threat eliminated. He watches it to make sure it despawns in the void below before finally considering that done and dusted. ]

"..Well, what do you suppose we do now?"

[ He turns back to Avery, finally sighing- before concern crossed his face, head tilting slightly as he took in their state. Walking up, inspecting Averys expression, face, and state- the symptoms.]

"...Are you sure youre alright-?"

[ ..wait why is he asking. Permission, he guessed? Knowing everything felt like a perversion, yet .. well.

Taking a deep breath, he started to try and stifle through the endless rushing noise, constant, everywhere, head stuck in a flowing river with no way to pull it out. But after a few moments, the answer came to him, eyes snapping open again. Concussion.

But- ..how?

Was Avery tied to the game like him-? Did he already get his claws into- ...the church.

His jaw was set. This was far more dire then hed thought.]

"How do you feel right now. Behind the screen- how are you?"

-

🎨: KEKEKEK der wants Nothin to do with that oml he has enough problems 😭

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Oh boy, goodbye to the little yellow ball with the silly face... Avery watched it just get thrown into the void, blinking a couple of times in surprise. Huh. That was... definitely a way to deal with an unwanted gift, apparently! ]

" ... Aha.. "

[ Very helpful, Avery. ]

[ Well, really, he had to think this one through. There wasn't much to be done here, was there? If this was some eldritch deity infesting the world, wouldn't just... logging off and forgetting about it be best? But D3rlord would have done that, right? Before it could even try to answer, the knight swirled around with visible concern. The slime flinched back an inch, simply surprised with the sudden direct focus. ]

" Just a little dizzy, weirdly tired... kinda feel like I might blow up if I stand up? "

[ Despite the lingering symptoms, it was in a cheery mood now that one threat had been eliminated. An odd fuzziness replaced that previous fear, curious -- why was the knight so worried, suddenly? Was something wrong? Avery simply cocked his head to the side much like a confused dog and winced subtly. ]

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ Footsteps.

He cant stop his heart from springing to life, racing at the prospect of whats to come. Eagerness. This was it, this was what he was waiting for- surely, surely this was what it was all coming down to.

He got to his feet, anxiety and nerves carrying every bone in his body, building up the platform underneath the lectern the best he could. Safely. He had to ensure his safety.

Brown and gold eyes remained locked in, watching that username approach, floating through the blocks- as if seeing it from his own eyes, as if in person. His breath caught, wooden axe firmly held in his hand. Waiting. Watching.

...surely its been long enough, right-?

..He reached up, and destroyed that block right under Averys feet.

Finally coming face to face with the pillar of his sanity. He cant stop the smile on his face, watching oh so carefully as he reacts, responds, alive. Alive.]

"..You're not a very hard guy to catch, you know."

-

🎨; take it away oomf >:) @what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Finally peeking at the lecturn, he started reading... it didn't seem like an incredibly long book, unlike some of the others, and the fact that it was on a lecturn in the middle of a fancy pedestal surely meant something, right? So, with a slight breath of concern, it continued, and -- ]

[ A block breaking. Avery heard it yet didn't react fast enough, falling down from the spot in front of the lecturn with a startled yelp. He landed fairly safely, at least! A little bounce, and he was back on his feet, whipping around in confusion. ]

[ ... Golden armor, and... oh, the slime was speechless for a second. It just blinked at D3rlord, equally stunned and amazed that it actually found him. Or, rather, D3rlord found him, but... whatever! ]

" It's you? "

[ Yeah. Real smooth, Avery. ]

[ That earlier shock was replaced with giddy surprise as he cracked a laugh, astonished. Had he really been here all this time? ]

" Oh my god, I found you! Did you throw a book at my head? Jeez, I was totally freaking out about not finding you, and I just got pelted! "

//rubs my hands together evilly...... it's time......

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ He spares a little laugh, head tilting to the side as D3r watches, watches Avery smile and bounce and get all excited. Its enough to make him smile, smile like he hadn't since this all started- genuine, kind, soft, and a little bit crooked. Not that Avery could see it, at least not in game. ]

"Me."

[ Its- a dumbfounded response. But hey, what can you do?]

"That you did. And- haha, sorry, I didn't mean to harm. I just.. needed a way to get your attention."

[ His wings betray him, battered and upset, fluttering in excitement- though he was quick to tame them, smoothing them down back into his back, a feathered cloak of sorts. Hm-? Oh, the pages have writing again..

D3rlord extends a hand out, silently asking for the books return- half curious if Echo had said or asked anything, or if the book only worked for him..? Oh, no matter.]

"You aren't hurt, right-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Avery is just going to pretend he didn't tear a page out of the book after glancing it over, since he never really checked the book until now. Maybe that was foolish. He's also going to pretend he didn't shove a page in his pocket, slightly embarrassed. It cleared its throat after a second and awkwardly offered the book back with a beaming grin. Play it cool. ]

" Hurt? Oh, pshh, no, not really -- uh, don't think so, anyway! Didn't hurt too bad! Just surprised me, haha! "

[ ... A tiny headache, but it's fine, right? Okay, breathe! Just... pick somewhere to look! Maybe those wings -- cloak? Or maybe just what was hidden under the helm? Or -- ]

" ... Sorry, sorry, I'm just still really stunned that I actually found you, I was... really worried. "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"-?"

[ What is Avery hiding-? He takes the book curiously, eyes following that crumpled up paper- before the answer leapt to his mind unbidden, blinking in surprise as the truth unveiled itself to him. Huh. Guess Avery has also been getting these odd questions.. no matter.

He tucked the book up into his belt, securing it into spot- not before flipping through the pages, softly apologizing to Echo for throwing the book around.]

"..We have other things to worry about. Did you read the book?"

[ No, stupid idiot - you broke the block before he could. Eager fuck. D3rlord3 more like Gaylord3 ]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ ... Avery watched D3rlord follow his motions as he tried (and failed) to hide that page out of sight. Oops. The knight totally knew about the questions coming out of thin air, right? Maybe it wasn't that bad? ]

" Book? I didn't really read the one chucked at my head, it's mostly blank... but that miiight be because of the fact that I was, like, running and reading, so... I probably missed something... "

[ Hold on, Avery is connecting dots. Maybe it did have a bit of a concussion from the book dropped on his head. Whoopsies. That's a problem for later, he'll be fine! ]

" ... Ohh. No, the one outside? Haha, I was through the third line, at least! Then I tumbled right to you! "

[ Yeah, he might have to go back up and read it through. ]

//GIGGLING ABOUT GAYLORD3

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oops.]

"..Sorry. Here, go and read it- its important."

[ He sighs- oh so fond. But also. A little worried- Avery seemed a bit more out of it then usual. But regardless, he waited patiently, finally adhering to the begs of the silent to preen his wings.

He sits down on the planks, slowly trying to comb his fingers through the worn out feathers, working through it slowly and rather inefficiently- it was not exactly.. easy. Each move was clumsy, sore, or struggling to reach- but the itch it relieved was much more embarressing. Had he really been so ingrossed in his state to ignore that kind of inconvience..-?

...thats embarressing. Oh well. We just continue to wait for Avery. ]

-

🎨: KEKEKEKEK

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's important, right -- that made sense, it was on an important looking pedestal, and it definitely had more pages than just the one. So, dusting himself off really quickly to avoid making a fool of itself in front of the knight, Avery set down some of the wooden planks to make a little platform. ]

[ Avery poked his head up and glanced around first before checking the pedestal again, eyes scanning the pages... some of the words simply weren't making sense right now, but the gist of the book was grim. His face scrunched slightly in disgust before dropping back down to meet with the golden knight once again. ]

" Okay, so, we're cooked, is the gist of it. Right? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats- ..certainly one way to put it."

[ He chuckles, low and fond, looking back up at the slime through the slits in his helmet. Of course thats the words hed choose to use- shaking his head and letting go of the wings in his grasp. He could worry about those later. Ignore the fact they look worse now then when he started.]

"...What do you know about the- King in Yellow?"

[ Gods. Even saying the name left a sour taste on the back of his tongue, his voice dropping tense, low, anxious. As if uttering the words could bring its gaze about. Here they were safe but- still.

...ok the book is buzzing incessently. Alright- lets take a look.]

"..Have you also been getting these odd questions-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Ooh, don't mind the way Avery's gaze immediately flicked to those wings, almost intrigued by their current condition. He probably shouldn't ask, but something nagged in his heart at the sight. Maybe it was weird to stare? Probably. Avery looked away after a moment before shrugging. ]

" ... Not... much? I don't really read horror, freaks me out... but I know of the book? "

[ Not the most helpful answer, but hey, at least vague knowledge can help survivability... now and then. ]

" And... questions? Yeah, haha! I guess so! I keep getting prompts in the chat, so... I've just been kinda talking to them to not go crazy looking for you, so... they've quieted down a bit, but... "

[ Its gaze flicked to the book, curious. ]

" ... Do you also keep getting confusing ones? I keep getting ominous warnings... "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats good enough."

[ ..Ok . Now how do we tell Avery to leave?

He has to think for a moment, before ..blink. Oh well- the distraction is welcome from the iminant danger.]

"..Im unsure about ominous. Ive started a few conversations with some of them- they seem all rather... concerned, I suppose...Among.. other implications."

[ Ignore the way his feathers ruffled up in slight embarressment- .Wait a second. His wings snap in suddenly, mood drawing close as his grip got threateningly tight on the books spine.]

"..Have they been threatening you?"

[ woah there. ]

-

🎨: calm down my guy oml . rolls eyes get a load of this guy

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's Avery's turn to blink a few times, confused! The slime listened with a slightly concerned expression on its face, head tilting to the side. Thinking. ]

" You're saying a book -- "

[ Don't question it, at this point. He sighed, arms crossing against his chest while trying to recall some of the comments and prompts from earlier. Mostly sweet and fine, really... ]

" ... Woah! Woah, okay! "

[ Sorry, Avery couldn't help but burst out laughing as D3rlord questioned whether anyone had threatened the poor slime. He was pretty sure everything was fine! ]

" No one's tried to jump me or anything, D3rlord! Just some warnings, um, someone talked about some ball and now I don't know how to get rid of it, but... I'm fine! Are you okay? No one's tried anything with you? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oh .

Embarressment immediately springs to D3rlords3 face. His wings snap open, instinctively wrapping around himself to hide, face burning beneath the helmet - cheeks feeling like they were on fire from how utterly embarressed he was- gods, why did he say that. Avery could handle himself. There was no need to get all- like this!

What is wrong with him..-?

Nevermind that. Hes quick to try and push his feathers out of the way, ignoring how puffed up and agitated they all were- no need for that. He was fine. It was fine.

Avery is still safe. ]

"..let me see the ball. And it would be best to heed their warnings, they know things from an outsiders perspective."

[ Theres a soft sigh in his voice- they should really get rid of that before it becomes a bigger issue..]

"..But yes, this book, for better or worse, has been.. talking with me. For example theres currently something in there about- someone being imprisoned..-? ..Im not entirely sure myself."

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It was sweet to see the knight so concerned, truly! Avery's laughter reduced to quiet giggles as it began to calm down from that little outburst of humor. D3rlord did not need to know that the slime's chest ached at the thought. He probably would know, but... oh well. ]

" ... Ohh boy. "

[ That was a way to put it, really. So much has been happening that it's all starting to feel a little fuzzy. Avery glanced around the room, briefly scanning for danger. It fumbled for a moment before pulling the small yellow ball thing someone had gifted him free from his inventory, setting it down with an awkward shrug of his shoulders afterward. ]

" Uh... good luck with it! Don't let it bite you, someone said it would eat you? "

//STILL giggling about the verity asks btw

[d-3-r-lord-3]

WAIT FUCK HES BISEXUAL??? ITS ALWAYS THE GODDAMN KNIGHTS HOLY SMOKES

is it like a curse. Or that square and rectangle thing where all rectangles are squares but not all squares are rectangle ... but like. All knights are bisexual but not all bisexual are knights

Fuck I wanna be a knight and im bisexual. Halfway there.... hell yeha....

"...snrk-"

[He turned the book towards Avery with a small laugh, letting him read the pages with an amused look on his face.]

"This is most of what Ive been getting. Rather entertaining, really."

[ Thats one way to accidently tell Avery he has a shot. ]

-

@what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Oh, D3rlord offered the book for a moment? Curious, the slime shifted in place to read the visible pages by leaning in a little, grinning. Avery nearly burst out laughing, managing a few little snickers instead. ]

" Hell yeah, community win! "

[ There's a weird flutter in his chest. He's going to ignore it. ]

//GIGGLING

[d-3-r-lord-3]

🎨: If you play roblox and SEWH there is a chance you could run into us in our cosplays ! Im the D3rlord and @what-a-slimeball is the Avery !

( clearly I cause more problems then they do KEKEKEKEK

screenshots courtasy of @what-a-slimeball !!]

[what-a-slimeball]

//their user is above but if yall see wispwhip on roblox that is me!!! feel free to say hi!!

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ Footsteps.

He cant stop his heart from springing to life, racing at the prospect of whats to come. Eagerness. This was it, this was what he was waiting for- surely, surely this was what it was all coming down to.

He got to his feet, anxiety and nerves carrying every bone in his body, building up the platform underneath the lectern the best he could. Safely. He had to ensure his safety.

Brown and gold eyes remained locked in, watching that username approach, floating through the blocks- as if seeing it from his own eyes, as if in person. His breath caught, wooden axe firmly held in his hand. Waiting. Watching.

...surely its been long enough, right-?

..He reached up, and destroyed that block right under Averys feet.

Finally coming face to face with the pillar of his sanity. He cant stop the smile on his face, watching oh so carefully as he reacts, responds, alive. Alive.]

"..You're not a very hard guy to catch, you know."

-

🎨; take it away oomf >:) @what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Finally peeking at the lecturn, he started reading... it didn't seem like an incredibly long book, unlike some of the others, and the fact that it was on a lecturn in the middle of a fancy pedestal surely meant something, right? So, with a slight breath of concern, it continued, and -- ]

[ A block breaking. Avery heard it yet didn't react fast enough, falling down from the spot in front of the lecturn with a startled yelp. He landed fairly safely, at least! A little bounce, and he was back on his feet, whipping around in confusion. ]

[ ... Golden armor, and... oh, the slime was speechless for a second. It just blinked at D3rlord, equally stunned and amazed that it actually found him. Or, rather, D3rlord found him, but... whatever! ]

" It's you? "

[ Yeah. Real smooth, Avery. ]

[ That earlier shock was replaced with giddy surprise as he cracked a laugh, astonished. Had he really been here all this time? ]

" Oh my god, I found you! Did you throw a book at my head? Jeez, I was totally freaking out about not finding you, and I just got pelted! "

//rubs my hands together evilly...... it's time......

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ He spares a little laugh, head tilting to the side as D3r watches, watches Avery smile and bounce and get all excited. Its enough to make him smile, smile like he hadn't since this all started- genuine, kind, soft, and a little bit crooked. Not that Avery could see it, at least not in game. ]

"Me."

[ Its- a dumbfounded response. But hey, what can you do?]

"That you did. And- haha, sorry, I didn't mean to harm. I just.. needed a way to get your attention."

[ His wings betray him, battered and upset, fluttering in excitement- though he was quick to tame them, smoothing them down back into his back, a feathered cloak of sorts. Hm-? Oh, the pages have writing again..

D3rlord extends a hand out, silently asking for the books return- half curious if Echo had said or asked anything, or if the book only worked for him..? Oh, no matter.]

"You aren't hurt, right-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Avery is just going to pretend he didn't tear a page out of the book after glancing it over, since he never really checked the book until now. Maybe that was foolish. He's also going to pretend he didn't shove a page in his pocket, slightly embarrassed. It cleared its throat after a second and awkwardly offered the book back with a beaming grin. Play it cool. ]

" Hurt? Oh, pshh, no, not really -- uh, don't think so, anyway! Didn't hurt too bad! Just surprised me, haha! "

[ ... A tiny headache, but it's fine, right? Okay, breathe! Just... pick somewhere to look! Maybe those wings -- cloak? Or maybe just what was hidden under the helm? Or -- ]

" ... Sorry, sorry, I'm just still really stunned that I actually found you, I was... really worried. "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"-?"

[ What is Avery hiding-? He takes the book curiously, eyes following that crumpled up paper- before the answer leapt to his mind unbidden, blinking in surprise as the truth unveiled itself to him. Huh. Guess Avery has also been getting these odd questions.. no matter.

He tucked the book up into his belt, securing it into spot- not before flipping through the pages, softly apologizing to Echo for throwing the book around.]

"..We have other things to worry about. Did you read the book?"

[ No, stupid idiot - you broke the block before he could. Eager fuck. D3rlord3 more like Gaylord3 ]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ ... Avery watched D3rlord follow his motions as he tried (and failed) to hide that page out of sight. Oops. The knight totally knew about the questions coming out of thin air, right? Maybe it wasn't that bad? ]

" Book? I didn't really read the one chucked at my head, it's mostly blank... but that miiight be because of the fact that I was, like, running and reading, so... I probably missed something... "

[ Hold on, Avery is connecting dots. Maybe it did have a bit of a concussion from the book dropped on his head. Whoopsies. That's a problem for later, he'll be fine! ]

" ... Ohh. No, the one outside? Haha, I was through the third line, at least! Then I tumbled right to you! "

[ Yeah, he might have to go back up and read it through. ]

//GIGGLING ABOUT GAYLORD3

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oops.]

"..Sorry. Here, go and read it- its important."

[ He sighs- oh so fond. But also. A little worried- Avery seemed a bit more out of it then usual. But regardless, he waited patiently, finally adhering to the begs of the silent to preen his wings.

He sits down on the planks, slowly trying to comb his fingers through the worn out feathers, working through it slowly and rather inefficiently- it was not exactly.. easy. Each move was clumsy, sore, or struggling to reach- but the itch it relieved was much more embarressing. Had he really been so ingrossed in his state to ignore that kind of inconvience..-?

...thats embarressing. Oh well. We just continue to wait for Avery. ]

-

🎨: KEKEKEKEK

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's important, right -- that made sense, it was on an important looking pedestal, and it definitely had more pages than just the one. So, dusting himself off really quickly to avoid making a fool of itself in front of the knight, Avery set down some of the wooden planks to make a little platform. ]

[ Avery poked his head up and glanced around first before checking the pedestal again, eyes scanning the pages... some of the words simply weren't making sense right now, but the gist of the book was grim. His face scrunched slightly in disgust before dropping back down to meet with the golden knight once again. ]

" Okay, so, we're cooked, is the gist of it. Right? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats- ..certainly one way to put it."

[ He chuckles, low and fond, looking back up at the slime through the slits in his helmet. Of course thats the words hed choose to use- shaking his head and letting go of the wings in his grasp. He could worry about those later. Ignore the fact they look worse now then when he started.]

"...What do you know about the- King in Yellow?"

[ Gods. Even saying the name left a sour taste on the back of his tongue, his voice dropping tense, low, anxious. As if uttering the words could bring its gaze about. Here they were safe but- still.

...ok the book is buzzing incessently. Alright- lets take a look.]

"..Have you also been getting these odd questions-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Ooh, don't mind the way Avery's gaze immediately flicked to those wings, almost intrigued by their current condition. He probably shouldn't ask, but something nagged in his heart at the sight. Maybe it was weird to stare? Probably. Avery looked away after a moment before shrugging. ]

" ... Not... much? I don't really read horror, freaks me out... but I know of the book? "

[ Not the most helpful answer, but hey, at least vague knowledge can help survivability... now and then. ]

" And... questions? Yeah, haha! I guess so! I keep getting prompts in the chat, so... I've just been kinda talking to them to not go crazy looking for you, so... they've quieted down a bit, but... "

[ Its gaze flicked to the book, curious. ]

" ... Do you also keep getting confusing ones? I keep getting ominous warnings... "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats good enough."

[ ..Ok . Now how do we tell Avery to leave?

He has to think for a moment, before ..blink. Oh well- the distraction is welcome from the iminant danger.]

"..Im unsure about ominous. Ive started a few conversations with some of them- they seem all rather... concerned, I suppose...Among.. other implications."

[ Ignore the way his feathers ruffled up in slight embarressment- .Wait a second. His wings snap in suddenly, mood drawing close as his grip got threateningly tight on the books spine.]

"..Have they been threatening you?"

[ woah there. ]

-

🎨: calm down my guy oml . rolls eyes get a load of this guy

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's Avery's turn to blink a few times, confused! The slime listened with a slightly concerned expression on its face, head tilting to the side. Thinking. ]

" You're saying a book -- "

[ Don't question it, at this point. He sighed, arms crossing against his chest while trying to recall some of the comments and prompts from earlier. Mostly sweet and fine, really... ]

" ... Woah! Woah, okay! "

[ Sorry, Avery couldn't help but burst out laughing as D3rlord questioned whether anyone had threatened the poor slime. He was pretty sure everything was fine! ]

" No one's tried to jump me or anything, D3rlord! Just some warnings, um, someone talked about some ball and now I don't know how to get rid of it, but... I'm fine! Are you okay? No one's tried anything with you? "

[shiaroo]

two braincells

image/ref

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ Footsteps.

He cant stop his heart from springing to life, racing at the prospect of whats to come. Eagerness. This was it, this was what he was waiting for- surely, surely this was what it was all coming down to.

He got to his feet, anxiety and nerves carrying every bone in his body, building up the platform underneath the lectern the best he could. Safely. He had to ensure his safety.

Brown and gold eyes remained locked in, watching that username approach, floating through the blocks- as if seeing it from his own eyes, as if in person. His breath caught, wooden axe firmly held in his hand. Waiting. Watching.

...surely its been long enough, right-?

..He reached up, and destroyed that block right under Averys feet.

Finally coming face to face with the pillar of his sanity. He cant stop the smile on his face, watching oh so carefully as he reacts, responds, alive. Alive.]

"..You're not a very hard guy to catch, you know."

-

🎨; take it away oomf >:) @what-a-slimeball

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Finally peeking at the lecturn, he started reading... it didn't seem like an incredibly long book, unlike some of the others, and the fact that it was on a lecturn in the middle of a fancy pedestal surely meant something, right? So, with a slight breath of concern, it continued, and -- ]

[ A block breaking. Avery heard it yet didn't react fast enough, falling down from the spot in front of the lecturn with a startled yelp. He landed fairly safely, at least! A little bounce, and he was back on his feet, whipping around in confusion. ]

[ ... Golden armor, and... oh, the slime was speechless for a second. It just blinked at D3rlord, equally stunned and amazed that it actually found him. Or, rather, D3rlord found him, but... whatever! ]

" It's you? "

[ Yeah. Real smooth, Avery. ]

[ That earlier shock was replaced with giddy surprise as he cracked a laugh, astonished. Had he really been here all this time? ]

" Oh my god, I found you! Did you throw a book at my head? Jeez, I was totally freaking out about not finding you, and I just got pelted! "

//rubs my hands together evilly...... it's time......

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ He spares a little laugh, head tilting to the side as D3r watches, watches Avery smile and bounce and get all excited. Its enough to make him smile, smile like he hadn't since this all started- genuine, kind, soft, and a little bit crooked. Not that Avery could see it, at least not in game. ]

"Me."

[ Its- a dumbfounded response. But hey, what can you do?]

"That you did. And- haha, sorry, I didn't mean to harm. I just.. needed a way to get your attention."

[ His wings betray him, battered and upset, fluttering in excitement- though he was quick to tame them, smoothing them down back into his back, a feathered cloak of sorts. Hm-? Oh, the pages have writing again..

D3rlord extends a hand out, silently asking for the books return- half curious if Echo had said or asked anything, or if the book only worked for him..? Oh, no matter.]

"You aren't hurt, right-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Avery is just going to pretend he didn't tear a page out of the book after glancing it over, since he never really checked the book until now. Maybe that was foolish. He's also going to pretend he didn't shove a page in his pocket, slightly embarrassed. It cleared its throat after a second and awkwardly offered the book back with a beaming grin. Play it cool. ]

" Hurt? Oh, pshh, no, not really -- uh, don't think so, anyway! Didn't hurt too bad! Just surprised me, haha! "

[ ... A tiny headache, but it's fine, right? Okay, breathe! Just... pick somewhere to look! Maybe those wings -- cloak? Or maybe just what was hidden under the helm? Or -- ]

" ... Sorry, sorry, I'm just still really stunned that I actually found you, I was... really worried. "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"-?"

[ What is Avery hiding-? He takes the book curiously, eyes following that crumpled up paper- before the answer leapt to his mind unbidden, blinking in surprise as the truth unveiled itself to him. Huh. Guess Avery has also been getting these odd questions.. no matter.

He tucked the book up into his belt, securing it into spot- not before flipping through the pages, softly apologizing to Echo for throwing the book around.]

"..We have other things to worry about. Did you read the book?"

[ No, stupid idiot - you broke the block before he could. Eager fuck. D3rlord3 more like Gaylord3 ]

[what-a-slimeball]

[ ... Avery watched D3rlord follow his motions as he tried (and failed) to hide that page out of sight. Oops. The knight totally knew about the questions coming out of thin air, right? Maybe it wasn't that bad? ]

" Book? I didn't really read the one chucked at my head, it's mostly blank... but that miiight be because of the fact that I was, like, running and reading, so... I probably missed something... "

[ Hold on, Avery is connecting dots. Maybe it did have a bit of a concussion from the book dropped on his head. Whoopsies. That's a problem for later, he'll be fine! ]

" ... Ohh. No, the one outside? Haha, I was through the third line, at least! Then I tumbled right to you! "

[ Yeah, he might have to go back up and read it through. ]

//GIGGLING ABOUT GAYLORD3

[d-3-r-lord-3]

[ ..Oops.]

"..Sorry. Here, go and read it- its important."

[ He sighs- oh so fond. But also. A little worried- Avery seemed a bit more out of it then usual. But regardless, he waited patiently, finally adhering to the begs of the silent to preen his wings.

He sits down on the planks, slowly trying to comb his fingers through the worn out feathers, working through it slowly and rather inefficiently- it was not exactly.. easy. Each move was clumsy, sore, or struggling to reach- but the itch it relieved was much more embarressing. Had he really been so ingrossed in his state to ignore that kind of inconvience..-?

...thats embarressing. Oh well. We just continue to wait for Avery. ]

-

🎨: KEKEKEKEK

[what-a-slimeball]

[ It's important, right -- that made sense, it was on an important looking pedestal, and it definitely had more pages than just the one. So, dusting himself off really quickly to avoid making a fool of itself in front of the knight, Avery set down some of the wooden planks to make a little platform. ]

[ Avery poked his head up and glanced around first before checking the pedestal again, eyes scanning the pages... some of the words simply weren't making sense right now, but the gist of the book was grim. His face scrunched slightly in disgust before dropping back down to meet with the golden knight once again. ]

" Okay, so, we're cooked, is the gist of it. Right? "

[d-3-r-lord-3]

"Thats- ..certainly one way to put it."

[ He chuckles, low and fond, looking back up at the slime through the slits in his helmet. Of course thats the words hed choose to use- shaking his head and letting go of the wings in his grasp. He could worry about those later. Ignore the fact they look worse now then when he started.]

"...What do you know about the- King in Yellow?"

[ Gods. Even saying the name left a sour taste on the back of his tongue, his voice dropping tense, low, anxious. As if uttering the words could bring its gaze about. Here they were safe but- still.

...ok the book is buzzing incessently. Alright- lets take a look.]

"..Have you also been getting these odd questions-?"

[what-a-slimeball]

[ Ooh, don't mind the way Avery's gaze immediately flicked to those wings, almost intrigued by their current condition. He probably shouldn't ask, but something nagged in his heart at the sight. Maybe it was weird to stare? Probably. Avery looked away after a moment before shrugging. ]

" ... Not... much? I don't really read horror, freaks me out... but I know of the book? "

[ Not the most helpful answer, but hey, at least vague knowledge can help survivability... now and then. ]

" And... questions? Yeah, haha! I guess so! I keep getting prompts in the chat, so... I've just been kinda talking to them to not go crazy looking for you, so... they've quieted down a bit, but... "

[ Its gaze flicked to the book, curious. ]

" ... Do you also keep getting confusing ones? I keep getting ominous warnings... "

[fluffy-camsa]

☀️The Vessel☀️

[pumpkinluu]

"Bleh" averythemayo, 2026

[amultifandomgirly]

"Oh my god... it's you!" 🥹

"Me" 😌

[what-a-slimeball]

//genuinely WHAT you guys are crazy (in the best way) this blog alongside @d-3-r-lord-3 were made like??? four days ago???? this is so so silly i adore you guys, thank you for the support thus far and i hope you guys have fun interacting with us and our stories!!!

[what-a-slimeball]

//wowzaaa

[what-a-slimeball]

//okok i said i might post minecraft related content to this blog ooc so be warned this post is not our usual rp content!!!

//anyway working on another minecraft skin and i think i'm cookign

//drools /silly