( PROPHETS - WEEK 4 )

[abhoth]

On Sunday night, as soon as the grandfather clocks mark 6:00, a voice will speak to you. The tone may vary from person to person, the voice's pitch shifting and changing to suit her facilitators's needs — but the words will remain the same. Similarly for all those who can hear it, they'll suddenly find themselves captivated by it. "Come now, little ones. It's time to partake." And just like that, you find yourself drawn towards the nearest mirrored surface on the wall, somehow managing to avoid calling the attention of anyone who might be in the room with you. Though this is your first time participating in the ritual, knowledge still floods your mind. A light press of your hand against the mirror, and you will find yourself capable of stepping through the previously solid surface and into the shrine room. Here, you find yourself accompanied by two (2) other individuals. And though your handler can't be physically among you, you still feel her presence enveloping you and saturating the air in this room. Glance up, and through the glass ceiling you'll be able to see her in all her glory. It seems it's time for this week's sacrifice to be chosen. ( quick navigation ) ic rulebook | locations | statuses | room assignments private conversations | ic profiles | graveyard | full navigation prophet's handbook

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THE UNCLEAN

[abhoth]

[While the "sun" watches silently through the glass ceiling, she will say nothing unless directly addressed. Go forth and mingle among yourselves, unless you're itching to ask a question.]

[disinterested]

[Girge can't say he's too surprised by the news, and he has the beginnings of his own suspicions, but:]

Out of curiosity, would our deaths end the ritual?

[abhoth]

No.

[If eldritch abominations can laugh, she's definitely laughing right now.]

Or at least not, if they wish to reclaim those who have died. The ritual will end as soon as no one is willing to kill, but for these bleeding hearts? It's far from a happy ending. There's a catch the Innkeeper has kept from them.

[disinterested]

[Likewise, he laughs, quietly.]

Of course.

And how would they reclaim those who have died, if we're allowed to know?

[disinterested]

[THANKS TO SOMEONE NEEDING HIM TO HOLD HIS HAND]

If we target the Bomber or Paranoid, with both of us going to make the kill, would the effects of their role apply to both of us, or just one?

[abhoth]

Both. Those are the risks of targeting such roles.

[disinterested]

... Does this mean our only hope of seeing the Paranoid dead is to execute them?

[disinterested]

Ah, by the way: aside from Tsurugi having to clean up his mess, are there any Sacrifices you'd like us to get rid of?

[abhoth]

Hajime Ichinose, Aloy and Seto Kaiba have begun to bore me. Kill as many as them as you'd like, but do not feel limited to these three. I wish to see the surviving sacrifices writhe with horror at how many of their own have fallen.

[shoelickingshit]

Hmmm... If operator might be kind of risky, maybe entertainer? Hey, do you think you can give me a microphone stand? A reward for being a good by this week, maybe? I promise I won't get caught if I kill next time!

[abhoth]

I suppose, yes. Watch your head, little one.

[and by that she means that a mic stand is just going to

drop down on tsurugi's head.

love you, unfavorite murderchild.]

[disinterested]

[mom gimme stuff too]

Can I have a sniper rifle and a handgun for this week's kill? Oh, and something to set a body on fire with too, maybe.

[abhoth]

Of course, Girge. I assume you have something interesting in store for this week.

[And unlike for Tsurugi, a box with a sniper, handgun, ammunition for both, lighter fluid and matches will drop down on the floor next to Girge.]

[shoelickingshit]

[ Assuming he wakes the fuck up before the meeting ends- ]

Soooo, wow- that really hurt! Give me a better warning next time! Buuut anyway, any suggestions on who I can kill that won't try to stab me to death like Hibiki-chan?

[abhoth]

[wow it was only a tap!!!! in the head!!!!! with a metal mic stand!!!]

... A child, perhaps. Emily Kaldwin has been blessed by the Teacher this week. However — there are others. The Pines children are small; even you could overpower one of them. I'm certain their deaths would cause great strife, as well.

ADDITIONS

[abhoth]

[An ornate, full length mirror now adorns the area where the Prophets usually have their discussions. With Mira dead, the other two wouldn't be blamed for thinking she will no longer form part of the discussion — but they're wrong. Through it, they'll be able to see Mira as lively as she was during their first meeting. Her current location is hard to discern, but she'll be able to dip in and out of the discussion at her leisure.

A note has been left for the Prophets, in the same handwriting as the note that asked them to kill and scapegoat Week 1's victims. It reads:]

Salutations, friends:

The Innkeeper has formed a "rebellion" against you. They call themselves Hunters, believing your deaths will end this ritual. I much prefer another, more subtle synonym: Nimrods. They have the means to uncover your role and affiliation, so I advise caution. They're closing in on both of you, my friends.

I will tell you a secret to even the playing field: The Paranoid is among them. Whatever you do this week, be certain to leave a bloodbath in your wake.

Sincerely,
- The "Sewer Goddess"

VOTE

[abhoth]

[There is an altar on the side of the room, a collection of 2x2 photographs of all living residents arranged around it — as well as a single knife. Once you've all selected your next victim, you will seal their fate by placing their photograph on the altar and spilling your blood on it. All surviving Prophets must do this to assure your victory.

Please respond with the name of this week's victim (or victims) in the subject header.]

Seto Kaiba & Aloy

[disinterested]

[because they're not killing mabel (yet) :/ ]

Seto Kaiba & Aloy

[shoelickingshit]

[ im crying ]

[disinterested]

[well then]

Ah, you're still here, Mira?

[as a mirror... thing...]

[perceptions]

Yep. [she waves from the mirror.] I told those dummies that killing me would do no good. Should have just picked Craftly.

[disinterested]

Did you know what would happen if we did? Personally, I voted for you—didn't want it looking suspicious if I had to admit otherwise.

((screaming internally))

[shoelickingshit]

[ Goes up to Girge, grabs his shoulders to shake them violently. ]

We have to kill Yuki-chan.

[disinterested]

[... Welp. He doesn't really want to kill Yukina yet, but he can guess why Tsurugi's demanding this.

Gently pulling Tsurugi's hands away........]

She's on her way to figuring out your role, isn't she?

[shoelickingshit]

Yeah- yeah! Remember when I said she helped me bandage me and stuff- and she bribed me for things?

[ HE'S DYING, SQUIRTLE. ]

Soooo, she kiiiind of asked me for my role! I didn't tell her it exactly, by name. I told her I had an item that can communicate with my special someone... [ Which doesn't imply Momster, thankfully, actually he was using 'he' pronouns the whole time... Oho. ]

Buuut, if I tell her soldier- wouldn't that make me look extra suspicious?

[ WHICH IS WHY HE WAS LAYING LOW LAST WEEK TO... NOT LOOK SUSPICIOUS? HE'S!!! DYING. ]