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purgeooc2017-04-27 01:56 pm
foundingfathers) wrote in purgeooc2017-04-27 01:56 pm
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test drive meme #001
Waking up in the warehouse is extremely uncomfortable. It’s warm, stifling even, and as you open your eyes, you realize two things: you’re somehow standing and you’re not alone. The room is filled with people grouped at its center, and like you, they are blinking into consciousness and wearing similar expressions of confusion and distress. To the left and right there are closed doors, a man and woman at both; their clothing and demeanour are widely different. The left is clearly upper class while the right is lower class. At the top of the room is a stage adorned in red, white, and blue banners with NFFA in block letters so large that it’s visible from the very back. What is the NFFA, you ask? Within minutes, a man that gives off a ‘Republican senator’ vibe steps up to the podium and begins to speak. Blessed be our New Founding Fathers for letting us Purge and cleanse our souls. Blessed be America, a nation reborn. Hello and welcome to the city. After fifteen successful purges, we are at a standstill. The New Founding Fathers have found a way to bring you here to promote a higher response in participation. Annually, for one night, any and all crime is legal, including murder. Everyone has the right to purge, and in doing so, you become the best you that you can be. During peace times, crime is lower than five percent and United States citizens know true harmony. Once he steps down, a woman takes his place and explains further, though in a less formal fashion. Everyone must choose. Pro-purge is anyone that will be actively participating - this means murder, specifically, though all other crimes are still allowed. There will be consequences for anyone who chooses the pro side and then doesn’t purge properly. Anyone who is in full support of the purge and completes three successful purges may go home. Those who choose the anti-purge side, anyone that doesn’t want to kill or believe in the NFFA’s right to purge, are not given this same incentive. All are given time to think it out. They can speak to one another for as long as they need. Any unrest will be not be tolerated. After everyone has chosen, the anti-purge side exit and are picked up in old buses and vans to be taken to old apartment buildings with basic necessities; there is no reception but are told exactly how it is by veteran Purge survivors. They must get a job and earn money to protect themselves during The Purge that cycles every two months. Those who choose the pro-purge side are chauffeured in limousines to fancy hotels with even nicer accommodations and are welcomed with an extravagant party as well as motivation to purge: you have to purge. |
Throughout the year - and especially now that there is a two month period of peace and preparation - all citizens are allowed to advertise their needs as is sanctioned by the United States Government by any means; Craigslist, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, newspapers, the big screens in Times Square, etc. These advertisements may come in many forms, such as a person looking to pay another (with very specific appearance and background) to allow them to purge them. Payments are legal and binding. The purger might request that they kill, torture, and other various acts—all is legal on Purge Night. Advertisements may be as simple as looking for a partner to purge with or someone to help fortify a house or vehicle. There is no limit to what advertisements may be made. It is the right of every citizen. Blessed be America, a nation reborn. |
Credence Barebone | Fantastic Beasts
[Credence has never been surrounded by so many people all at once. To his left and right, in every direction, and all dressed in different styles of clothing. He would have felt misplaced if there weren't others in the same situation as he was. He's dizzy and sick and he doesn't know if that's from what the wizards did to him or if it was something these strangers have done.
He listens to the speech and he's reminded of the politicians from back home. They hadn't been kind or honest. He doesn't think this man is either.
Then it's over and they're told to choose. He already knows where he'll go. To the pro-purge side. While he doesn't want to hurt anyone, he can see that they have more money and can protect themselves better. Money buys a lot of things. They didn't say who they had to purge on, as long as they did it, and Credence is convinced that he can manage. He knows what he's going to do but he speaks with the others in the warehouse anyway.]
Hello, I'm Credence.
[He hesitates to extend a hand, not wanting anyone to see the scars on his palm.]
Wildcard
[Open to anything. In the limo or at the party.]
no subject
Levi.
[His eyes glance at the young man up once and then down. He wasn't sure about this kid. He didn't seem like he could harm a house fly. Levi notices how he is dressed. He seemed somewhat well off if he is in a suit, but looking for he sees the tatters, the worn cloth, and the fixed stitches. It's old, but decently taken care of. Still, the young man would have been an odd sight in Wall Maria dressed like that.]
Are you from here, Credence?
no subject
[At least, he doesn't think so. The people at the front and by the doors were dressed differently than he was, had different accents, said words that he didn't understand. He didn't think he was from anywhere near here, though the idea of an alternate time hasn't crossed his mind.]
Are you?
[Credence shuffles unconsciously closer, the question he wants to ask hanging between them. He inhales, hands shaking.] What side are you going to pick?
no subject
[Definitely not. Everything except the most basic of technology was foreign to him. He thought he saw a musket hanging up on the wall for decor, so at least he knew what that was. But the talk and speeches didn't make sense to him. His government wasn't any better, but there weren't enough humans in the world to go around and hunt for sport every 3 months.
His eyes flickered when he asks the question. He doesn't hesitate with his answer.]
Pro. You?
no subject
He understands that nothing is ever black and white, there are reasons why people would choose it - possibly the same as himself.]
The same. [He's nervous. This boy could be his friend, his first friend, if he doesn't do anything silly and scare him away.] It seems the better option, doesn't it?
no subject
[Better because they get the means to protect themselves and they don't have to fight for their survival. But they actually had to fight. He was use to it, but he was getting old, getting tired. But it wasn't titans. At least it's easier. Almost.]
Have you ever killed before?
[an odd question because really it's not normal to have done that.]
no subject
Yes. [He almost whispers it and he's not sure why he admitted it at all.] That will make this easier, won't it?
[There were more people that Credence, or his obscurus, had killed than anyone his age should be able to claim. His Ma. His older sister. The senator. All the people who had gotten too close or been in the way. He tried telling himself it was an accident, not his fault, but it didn't feel that way.]
no subject
Levi nods in answer. It made it a little easier but it was always a trying task, and something that never really got easier.]
It does.
[It was one reason he picked the side he did.]
But as long as you know what you are getting into it should be alright