Amnesty- The Fan Game

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<a href="https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/west-virginia/wv-images/"><img src="https://img-aws.ehowcdn.com/700x/cdn.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/sign-700x525.jpg" alt="A photograph of a Welcome to West Virginia sign." class="center"></a> It is your first day in cosy town of Kepler, West Virginia. You've just moved into a nice two room apartment. There are three other apartments on your floor, but you haven't met any of their residents. Currently, you're busy unpacking all of your stuff. You've managed to get all the important stuff out, it's probably about time for a break. What do you do? [[Go for a walk around the building]] [[Explore the town]] [[Do some baking]]

<a href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/tipsandtricks/this-is-the-best-oven-rack-position-for-baking-cookies/ar-BBOzHQR"><img src="https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/shutterstock_779345518-800x450.jpg" alt="A photograph of cookies in an oven." class="center"></a> You're glad you picked up ingredients before you started unpacking. You pull out what you need and before long, the delicious smells of baked goods are filling your kitchen. You ended up baking a lot though. [[Keep them all for yourself?]] [[Maybe the neighbors want some]]

<a href="http://www.chiudesigns.com/about"><img src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OEhJh0WDWm0/maxresdefault.jpg" alt="A color drawing of Amnesty Lodge on top of mountain covered in trees. The sky is pink." class="center"></a> You head North, go up a mountain using the trolley, and find yourself at a place called Amnesty Lodge. You can smell something delicious cooking, even from outside. [[Go inside]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://www.theinfatuation.com/austin/guides/best-austin-restaurants-patio"><img src="https://d37219swed47g7.cloudfront.net/media/images/guides/best-austin-restaurants-patio/Guero's%20Jordan.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a bar. There are many motorcycles parked outside." class="center"></a> You make your way East, and come across what seems to be a bar. There are many motorcycles outside, and a sign proclaims the building to be "The Little Dipper". [[I could use a drink]] [[I'm going home]] [[Continue East]]

<a href="http://www.usa-stammtisch.net/randsburg-ghost-town-ca-usa/einzelbeschreibungen-berichte-ber-einzelne-ziele-wie-st-dte-parks-hikes-traumstrassen-tagesausflug-etc-f4/t7858-f34/"></a><img src="http://up.picr.de/29146201fl.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small grocery store." class="center"> You head South, and find yourself at "Leo's General Store". [[I need some things]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://littledeadling.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/0640456a55cf5b87b271527ddac2837a/tumblr_pmsgchSuMe1vdfvolo1_400.png" alt="A drawing of the Cryptonomica. It is a small house like building on the side of the road." class="center"></a> You head West. You can see a building near the road, a large sign proclaiming it to be the Cryptonomica. It seems to be some sort of mueseum, or possibly a tourist trap. [[I guess I'm a tourist]] [[Maybe some other time]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/tipsandtricks/this-is-the-best-oven-rack-position-for-baking-cookies/ar-BBOzHQR"><img src="https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/shutterstock_779345518-800x450.jpg" alt="A photograph of cookies in an oven." class="center"></a> You alone made the cookies and you alone will reap the benefits. Eating some and putting some away for later, you look around. [[Stay in]] [[Explore the town]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> You enter the building. "-should absolutely be on the show!" A young hispanic woman with bright red hair is arguing with an older man with gray hair and a full beard. The redhead whips around to face you and points at you with a passion. "You! Should Dr. Harris Bonkers, Ph.D, be featured on Saturday Night Dead?" [[Of course!]] [[That's up to the showrunner to decide]]

<a href="https://www.exploresummerscounty.com/camping-rv-sites"><img src="https://bnbwebsites.s3.amazonaws.com/4256/pipestem_home_05_20150812134245.jpg" alt="A photograph of a mainly empty RV park, surrounded by trees. There is one RV visible." class="center"></a> You start walking around the RV park. Suddenly, you trip. As you prepare to hit the ground, a hand grabs you, and you are pulled back up before you hit the ground. You turn, and are met with your own red reflection. An odd looking man, who appears to be somewhat withering and gaunt, yet confident and strong; both young, yet somehow wrinkled. He has short silver hair, with hints of black peeking through, and wears a tank top and jeans as well as a pendant comprised of an orange, crystalline material. His most noticeable feature however is a pair of large, round, opaque red glasses that you are staring at. [[Oh, uh, thanks]] [[Stare at him]] [[Did I just fall for you?]]

<a href="https://www.homes.com/property/702-w-warrior-trail-grand-prairie-tx-75052/id-500026687265/#listing_status=FOR_RENT"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/apartmentlist/image/upload/t_fullsize/284b517131f598b49776add0c52cd63d.jpg" alt="A photograph of a brick apartment building." class="center"></a> He graciously accepts the plate. "I'm Duck- it's a nickname." As he introduces himself, a large, buff, bald woman looks around the corner. In a voice as powerful as she looks, she speaks. "Oh! Duck Newton! Why didn't you tell me there was a guest!" There is some small talk, and find out the woman's name is Minerva. You are invited for dinner. [[Stay for dinner]] [[I already ate, maybe some other time]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> The food is pretty good, you're glad you stayed. You find out that the two are rooommates, and have known each other for a long time. Minerva seems to be Duck's mentor, maybe? You can't quite figure out for what, but they seem to be good friends at the very least. [[Compliment Duck]] [[Compliment Minerva]] [[That's nice]]

<a href="https://www.homes.com/property/702-w-warrior-trail-grand-prairie-tx-75052/id-500026687265/#listing_status=FOR_RENT"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/apartmentlist/image/upload/t_fullsize/284b517131f598b49776add0c52cd63d.jpg" alt="A photograph of a brick apartment building." class="center"></a> You walk outside of the apartment building, stretching your sore muscles. You tried to load a map on your phone, but it wouldn't load. Right, you're in the national radio quiet zone. Guess you'll have to explore the old fashioned way. Which direction do you go? [[How about North]] [[East sounds good]] [[South, I guess]] [[Maybe West]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> Duck's face heats up as you compliment him. He splutters for a bit before complimenting you back, Minerva wiggling her eyesbrows at Duck. He buries his face in his hands and mumbles something you don't quite catch. [[Come again?]] [[Don't push yourself]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> You compliment Minerva, much to her delight. This somehow leads to a conversation that ends with her bench pressing you. She doesn't break a sweat, it's like you weigh nothing to her. [[I think I'm in love]] [[This was fun, but I should go home now]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Hah!" The redhead turns triumphantly back to the man, who sighs and throws his hands up. "Fine! Your rabbit can be on the show! Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a buisness to run." He steps past the lady and puts on a big smile. "Welcome to the Cryptonomica! The finest cryptid mueseum in Kepler! I'm Ned 'Friendly' Chicane, owner of this fine establishment, and host of Saturday Night Dead. Feel free to look around, tell me if anything catches your eye." [[Walk around]] [[Talk to the woman]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> The redhead deflates and throws her head back, groaning, and the man looks triumphant. "Hah! My shows, my rules, Aubrey!" He steps past the lady and puts on a big smile. "Welcome to the Cryptonomica! The finest cryptid mueseum in Kepler! I'm Ned 'Friendly' Chicane, owner of this fine establishment, and host of Saturday Night Dead. If you're interested, you should come out and watch us record tomorrow night!" [[I'd love to!]] [[I still have to unpack]]

<a href="https://www.homes.com/property/702-w-warrior-trail-grand-prairie-tx-75052/id-500026687265/#listing_status=FOR_RENT"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/apartmentlist/image/upload/t_fullsize/284b517131f598b49776add0c52cd63d.jpg" alt="A photograph of a brick apartment building." class="center"></a> You around the apartment building for a bit, stretching your sore muscles. You tried to load a map on your phone, but it wouldn't load. Right, you're in the national radio quiet zone. Guess you'll have to explore the old fashioned way. Which direction do you go? [[How about North]] [[East sounds good]] [[South, I guess]] [[Maybe West]]

<a href="https://www.homes.com/property/702-w-warrior-trail-grand-prairie-tx-75052/id-500026687265/#listing_status=FOR_RENT"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/apartmentlist/image/upload/t_fullsize/284b517131f598b49776add0c52cd63d.jpg" alt="A photograph of a brick apartment building." class="center"></a> She smiles brightly. "Tomorrow sounds excellent!" You set up a time and place to meet, and both head inside. You find you that you live right next to each other, and she has a roommate named Duck Newton, who also seems to be some sort of student of hers. You bid each other farewell, and you go into your apartment to eat dinner. You unpack a few more things, lounge around a bit, and plan what to wear tomorrow. Eventually, you go to sleep. [[Can't wait!]]

<a href="https://adobsonartworks.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/3d13a434c1fb99b1d56fd08d5f4e22ab/5d589187081e1565-43/s1280x1920/e1346287d880b33ee801ceb37989a78997aa0f95.jpg" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of Amnesty Lodge." class="center"></a> You walk inside the building. Somehow, it smells even better in here than it did outside. The lodge's central lobby resembles a geodesic wooden dome. Branching off either side of this central hub are the lodge’s two guest wings, which have a natural log-cabin aesthetic, with lamplit verandas peeking out of each room. In the rear of this lobby is a large open space with windows looking outward into the woods with dining tables and chairs scattered about. There’s also a cut-out window in this dining space into a small kitchen, there’s a small sign hanging in the entrance to one of those guest wings directing guests to a hot spring behind the building, and there’s a large hearth in the middle of this room. In the kitchen, you see a large man with heavily tanned skin, a full beard, and long hair half tied up, wearing an apron that reads "Kiss The Cook". He is wearing a red plaid shirt with the sleeves rolled up, showing off his hairy, muscular arms. An older, tough looking woman who was leaning on the kitchen counter, looks up at you. [[...It smelled really good in here.]] [[Hi?]]

<a href="https://adobsonartworks.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/3d13a434c1fb99b1d56fd08d5f4e22ab/5d589187081e1565-43/s1280x1920/e1346287d880b33ee801ceb37989a78997aa0f95.jpg" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of Amnesty Lodge." class="center"></a> You sit down at one of the various tables and wait. There are more noises from the kitchen, Barclay seems to be cleaning up, and everything smells delicious. As you wait, people come down the stairs, chatting and looking eager to eat. A young man with short blonde hair and a very prominent snow goggle tan chases a young woman down the stairs, both laughing. They're followed by an older woman with lithe fingers and peaceful deamnor. In contrast to the rest of the residents, a rather tense looking man in a suit walks stifly down the stairs. The other residents seem to avoid him. You aren't waiting too long before food is served. [[Eat your food]] [[Talk to the man in the suit]] [[Talk to the other residents]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> You enter the building, and the loud chatter that had been filling the room drops to a low murmur as everyone turns to look at you. Most people are wearing the same types of jackets with a hornet logo on them. From the counter, a person stands up and approaches you. From their demenor, you can guess that this person is the leader of this group. "What brings you to the Hornet's Nest?" They ask, watching you carefully. [[I just want a drink]] [[The motorcycles looked cool]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Hah!" The redhead turns triumphantly back to the man, who sighs and throws his hands up. "Fine! Your rabbit can be on the show! Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a buisness to run." He steps past the lady and puts on a big smile. "Welcome to the Cryptonomica! The finest cryptid mueseum in Kepler! I'm Ned 'Friendly' Chicane, owner of this fine establishment, and host of Saturday Night Dead. Feel free to look around, tell me if anything catches your eye." [[What's around here?]] [[Talk to the lady]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> The redhead deflates and throws her head back, groaning, and the man looks triumphant. "Hah! My shows, my rules, Aubrey!" He steps past the lady and puts on a big smile. "Welcome to the Cryptonomica! The finest cryptid mueseum in Kepler! I'm Ned 'Friendly' Chicane, owner of this fine establishment, and host of Saturday Night Dead. If you're interested, you should come out and watch us record tomorrow night!" [[Sure]] [[I'm busy]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> You enter the building, and the loud chatter that had been filling the room drops to a low murmur as everyone turns to look at you. Most people are wearing the same types of jackets with a hornet logo on them. From the counter, a person stands up and approaches you. From their demenor, you can guess that this person is the leader of this group. "What brings you to the Hornet's Nest?" They ask, watching you carefully. [[I just wanted a drink]] [[The motorcycles look really cool]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://adobsonartworks.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/3d13a434c1fb99b1d56fd08d5f4e22ab/5d589187081e1565-43/s1280x1920/e1346287d880b33ee801ceb37989a78997aa0f95.jpg" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of Amnesty Lodge." class="center"></a> You sit down at one of the various tables and wait. There are more noises from the kitchen, Barclay seems to be cleaning up, and everything smells delicious. As you wait, people come down the stairs, chatting and looking eager to eat. A young man with short blonde hair and a very prominent snow goggle tan chases a young woman down the stairs, both laughing. They're followed by an older woman with lithe fingers and peaceful deamnor. In contrast to the rest of the residents, a rather tense looking man in a suit walks stifly down the stairs. The other residents seem to avoid him. You aren't waiting too long before food is served. [[Eat your meal]] [[Chat with the man in the suit]] [[Chat with the other residents]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They grin and hold out a hand. Instantly, the tension in the room drops. "Hell yeah they do. Name's Hollis. They/them. I'm the leader of these fools," they gesture around the bar "We're a group called the Hornets. Do a lot of stunts, not just on bikes. You into that sort of thing?" [[That's right up my alley]] [[It's fun to watch]] [[Not really]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> The tension in the room slowly fades out as you get your drink, but you can tell that no one lets their guard down around you. [[Talk to the leader]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They smile even more, and a young man walks over as Hollis talks. "You should come hang out with us sometime. Who knows, maybe you'll join us." They gesture at the man who walked over. "This is Keith, my right hand man." [[Hell yeah I want to join]] [[I'll think about it]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They shrug. "We get around town, you'll probably see us." With that, they turn back to their friends. [[Get a drink]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> "That's unfortunate. Anyway, feel free to grab a drink or do whatever, we don't bite." [[Get a drink]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> The room fills with chatter again, and no one seems to pay much attention to you. [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> You walk up to the same person who approached you earlier. They raise an eyebrow. "Need something?" [[Who are you guys?]] [[Why are there so many motorcycles outside?]]

With your declaration, the whole bar starts to take more interest in you. There's lots of joking and drinking, and some attempts at drunk stunts before Hollis tells them to "cut that shit out". You continue to hang with the hornets, and after a few weeks and proving your worth, you are invited to join. Hollis leads you to a greenhouse, and explains that, in order to join, you must first raise a plant. You do so, and it flourishes. You become a member of the hornets, and everything is great. ...but despite your happiness with your new place in Kepler, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> You walk around the cryptonomica. There are all sorts of displays with all sorts of fantastical creatures and myths. One display shows a video of bigfoot that looks pretty convincing. [[Talk to the woman]] [[This is great!]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Thanks for that, I've been trying to convince Ned to let Dr. Harris Bonkers Ph.D have a feature on his show for weeks. Oh! I'm the Lady Flame, but you can call me Aubrey." She shakes your hand with enthusiasm. [[Lady Flame?]] [[How would a rabbit get a Ph.D?]] [[Walk around]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Excellent!" Ned gives you the details for when and where to go. The next day you go to watch. It's pretty cool, and you meet some nice people, and your neighbor, Duck is there as well. [[I want to be friends with these people]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They snorts. "You must be new around here, huh? We're a stunt group called the Hornets. Do all sorts of things 'round here, mainly bikes and snowboards." [[Like a gang?]] [[I love stunts!]] [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> "Yeah, like a gang. You a cop or something?" They stare at you. [[I think I should go]] [[No, it sounds super cool!]] [[How do I join?]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They smile. "Yeah, it's pretty dope." They offer nothing else and turn back to talk with their friends. [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They stare at you for a second, and just when you start to think you've said something wrong, they smile and hold out their hand. "I'm Hollis. They/them. We'll see if you have what it takes." With that, the whole bar starts to take more interest in you. There's lots of joking and drinking, and some attempts at drunk stunts before Hollis tells them to "cut that shit out". You continue to hang with the hornets, and after a few weeks and proving your worth, you are invited to join. Hollis leads you to a greenhouse, and explains that, in order to join, you must first raise a plant. You do so, and it flourishes. You become a member of the hornets, and everything is great. ...but despite your happiness with your new place in Kepler, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> "Yeah, I think you should." Everyone in the bar stares at you as you leave. [[I'm going home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They shrug. "We get around town, you'll probably see us." With that, they turn back to their friends. [[I'm going home]]

You make up some excuse to leave. Minerva seems to get the cue that you are uncomfortable and leaves you alone, though she seems slightly bummed out. You leave and go back to your apartment. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> You end up talking with Minerva for much longer than you originally thought you would. She is a wonderful, fascinating person. Eventually, you are no longer able to find a reason to stay at the cafe, and the staff are starting to look annoyed at how long you've been there. You both exit, to the relief of the staff. Once you are outside, Minerva turns and looks at you. She takes a moment to compose herself, and then grabs your hands with surprising tenderness and looks into your eyes. "I have found that I thourghly enjoy your company, and if I am not wrong, you have also enjoyed yourself. It has been a long time since I have considered any sort of romatic endeavor, but if you are willing, I would like to go on more dates with you." [[Yes! Of course!]] [[Kiss her]] [[I'm sorry...]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> Minerva's whole posture seems to fall a little. "I understand, and I respect your decision. I will bid you farewell then." With a sad smile, Minerva leaves. You walk around Kepler for a bit before heading home. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

Oh yeah, and you also find out that Minerva is from another planet and is helping to protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it. [[Wait, what?]]

THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> Minerva gives you a small smile and leaves the cafe. You finish your order before heading back home. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

Minerva leaves the cafe without a second glance. You finish your order before heading back home. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> Minerva looks you square in the eyes. "I did not have a problem with anything you said, but rather how you said it. A relationship is founded on respect and work from both sides. You would do well to remember that if you wish to have one in the future." With that, she leaves the cafe. You finish up your order and head back home. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> You start to question Minerva's reasoning, and she begins to look rather uncomfortable. She stands up suddenly. "My apologies, I remembered I have some buisness I need to take care of." She leaves, taking a half eaten cookie with her. You finish your order before heading back home. You eventually find out that Minerva happens to be your next door neighbor, though you rarely see her or her roommate. You finish unpacking your things and get settled into Kepler, and everything seems to be fine. ...but despite the appearance of the town, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <img src=”https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EENpK9-XoAAw9tZ.jpg” class=”center”> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> You walk around the cryptonomica. There are all sorts of displays with all sorts of fantastical creatures and myths. One display shows a video of bigfoot that looks pretty convincing. [[And the woman?]] [[This is so cool!]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Thanks for that, I've been trying to convince Ned to let Dr. Harris Bonkers Ph.D have a feature on his show for weeks. Oh! I'm the Lady Flame, but you can call me Aubrey." She shakes your hand with enthusiasm. [[The Lady Flame?]] [[How does a rabbit get a Ph.D?]] [[Look around the Cryptonomica]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Thanks for that, I've been trying to convince Ned to let Dr. Harris Bonkers Ph.D have a feature on his show for weeks. Oh! I'm the Lady Flame, but you can call me Aubrey." She shakes your hand with enthusiasm. [[The Lady Flame?]] [[How does a rabbit get a Ph.D?]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://www.interiordesignimages.co/tiny-grocery-store-general-store-in-2018-pinterest-store-design/2287597"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/7a/47/7e/7a477ed936d18a1a320b41d4f9394859.jpg" alt="A photograph of the inside of a small grocery store. There are displays for various snacked crammed in everywhere." class="center"></a> Your question seems to trigger something in the man. His whole demeanor changes, and his eyes glaze over. "Not a cram, multiple crams. Multiple flavors. I am selling raspberry cram, berry cram, and VERY berry cram. Great stuff, cram. It's a mushy substance you put inbetween your gums." "It's not dip though! Don't think it's dip. Would you like some cram? Only TWENTY gold pieces for one bucket of cram. I sell them by the bucket. Pay the gold coin, and you will receive the raspberry, berry, or very berry cram. You will buy the cram. I reccommend the very berry cram, it is like the berry cram, but very! Lay cram out in the sun for a fortnite, and it will be harder than steel." [[I'm going to leave now]]

<a href="https://adobsonartworks.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/3d13a434c1fb99b1d56fd08d5f4e22ab/5d589187081e1565-43/s1280x1920/e1346287d880b33ee801ceb37989a78997aa0f95.jpg" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of Amnesty Lodge." class="center"></a> He eyes you a minute before deciding you aren't actually mocking him. You begin to have an interesting conversation about crytids and exchange theories. The man, Agent Stern, seems thrilled to have someone to talk to. You're glad to have a friend in Kepler with similar interests. You meet up with Agent Stern every once in a while and have a nice chat. You can't help but feel like the lodge residents are now much more wary of you, just like they are with Agent Stern. You get settled into your new life in Kepler, but you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

The state of West Virginia: The United States of America All other characters and locations: The McElroy Family Art: Pink lodge- From The Adventure Zone season 2 trailer by Mimi Chiu The gate- @plasticbattleaxe on Tumblr Cryptonomica- @littledeadling on Tumblr Inside the lodge- @adobsonartworks on Tumblr Inside the Cryptonomica- @maxmakes on Tumblr Inside the winnebago- @egg-free-cheesecake on Tumblr Eyes in the forest- @justoneblip on Tumblr Forest path- @justoneblip on Tumblr Literally everything else: @abwramos on Twitter Special thanks to: Cro for the concept of the Kepler Cup Tin for the concept of the greenhouse for Hornet's initiation The CramCraft server for beta testing! love y'all You for playing!

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They stare at you for a bit before shrugging. "Cool." They turn and head back to where they were sitting. [[Order a drink]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They grin and hold out a hand. Instantly, the tension in the room drops. "Hell yeah they do. Name's Hollis. They/them. I'm the leader of these fools," they gesture around the bar "We're a group called the Hornets. Do a lot of stunts, not just on bikes. You into that sort of thing?" [[Hell yeah]] [[Just to watch]] [[Not so much]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> The tension in the room slowly fades out as you get your drink, but you can tell that no one lets their guard down around you. [[Try to talk to the leader]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> You walk up to the same person who approached you earlier. They raise an eyebrow. "Need something?" [[What do you guys do?]] [[Whats up with all the motorcycles?]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They snorts. "You must be new around here, huh? We're a stunt group called the Hornets. Do all sorts of things 'round here, mainly bikes and snowboards." [[Wait, like a gang?]] [[Stunts are the best!]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> "Yeah, like a gang. You a cop or something?" They stare at you. [[I should leave now]] [[Nope, just think its cool!]] [[How can I join?]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They smile. "Yeah, it's pretty dope." They offer nothing else and turn back to talk with their friends. [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They stare at you for a second, and just when you start to think you've said something wrong, they smile and hold out their hand. "I'm Hollis. They/them. We'll see if you have what it takes." With that, the whole bar starts to take more interest in you. There's lots of joking and drinking, and some attempts at drunk stunts before Hollis tells them to "cut that shit out". You continue to hang with the hornets, and after a few weeks and proving your worth, you are invited to join. Hollis leads you to a greenhouse, and explains that, in order to join, you must first raise a plant. You do so, and it flourishes. You become a member of the hornets, and everything is great. ...but despite your happiness with your new place in Kepler, you can't help but feel like you've missed something... <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> "Yeah, I think you should." Everyone in the bar stares at you as you leave. [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They shrug. "We get around town, you'll probably see us." With that, they turn back to their friends. [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They smile even more, and a young man walks over as Hollis talks. "You should come hang out with us sometime. Who knows, maybe you'll join us." They gesture at the man who walked over. "This is Keith, my right hand man." [[Hell yeah I want to join]] [[I'll sleep on it]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> They shrug. "We get around town, you'll probably see us." With that, they turn back to their friends. [[Buy a drink]] [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://hg2.com/venue/shady-pines-saloon/"><img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/40/76/f5/4076f5ea99b4490a5e5c90a74d4a4715.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small, dimly lit bar." class="center"></a> The room fills with chatter again, and no one seems to pay much attention to you. [[Time to go home]]

<a href="https://egg-free-cheesecake.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/509331e45760657731244085e8f67065/tumblr_pkzzubCWSC1uvc11h_1280.pnj" alt="A color drawing of the inside of Indrid's Winnebago. It is very messy." class="center"></a> You walk into his winnebago and are blasted with hot air. There are multiple space heaters blasting away, papers placed and pinned in weird places, but there seems to be some sembalence of chaotic order and Indrid moves seamlessly towards the kitchen, pouring two glasses of eggnog. [[Examine the papers]] [[Sit down]]

<a href="https://egg-free-cheesecake.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/509331e45760657731244085e8f67065/tumblr_pkzzubCWSC1uvc11h_1280.pnj" alt="A color drawing of the inside of Indrid's Winnebago. It is very messy." class="center"></a> They're drawings. Some are just sketches, others you think should be in a mueseum. There are different places, people doing different things, and- "Here you go!" Indrid shoves a glass of eggnog in your hands and tears down some of the drawings. Some he balls up and tosses in a trashcan full of pieces of paper in a similar state, others he just moves to somewhere out of sight. [[Drink your nog]] [[Compliment his drawing abilities]]

<a href="https://egg-free-cheesecake.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/509331e45760657731244085e8f67065/tumblr_pkzzubCWSC1uvc11h_1280.pnj" alt="A color drawing of the inside of Indrid's Winnebago. It is very messy." class="center"></a> He smiles. You start to get used to how wide his smile is. "I get a lot of practice." You engage in some nice conversation, but you can't really figure out much about Indrid's personal life. All you can tell is that he hasn't been in Kepler for an extremely long time and that he draws a lot. But he seems really nice. Eventually, it starts to get late. [[Can't wait for date night!]]

<a href="https://egg-free-cheesecake.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/509331e45760657731244085e8f67065/tumblr_pkzzubCWSC1uvc11h_1280.pnj" alt="A color drawing of the inside of Indrid's Winnebago. It is very messy." class="center"></a> You engage in some nice conversation, but you can't really figure out much about Indrid's personal life. All you can tell is that he hasn't been in Kepler for an extremely long time and that he draws a lot. But he seems really nice. Eventually, it starts to get late. [[Can't wait for date night!]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> You engage in some nice conversation, but you can't really figure out much about Indrid's personal life, but he seems really nice. You find out that he helps folks out around town from time to time, he seems to know everyone. He also apparently has crazy good reflexes, you find out when you accidentally bump your drink, and he catches it before it can spill. Indrid also mentions that he does a lot of drawing. Time flies when you're with Indrid. Eventually, you leave the cafe, much to the relief of the staff. [[We should do this again.]] [[I think we should just be friends.]]

<a href="https://pccocwv.com/listing/green-bank-observatory-science-center/"><img src="https://pccocwv.com/wp-content/uploads/GBT-in-the-sun-2.jpg" alt="A photograph of the Greenbank Telescope." class="center"></a> You meet Sarah Drake outside the gates to the entrance of the Greenbank Telescope. She grins as she lets you in, and proceeds to give you a grand tour of the place. "This here is where I do most of my work. Don't go around touching stuff though, folks are real particular about that shit, and they will notice." [[Touch]] [[Don't touch]]

<a href="https://snapshotsbykats.com/2010/10/07/evening-over-small-town-america/"><img src="https://snapshotsbykats.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/angels-at-night-012.jpg" alt="A photograph of nighttime over a small town." class="center"></a> You go outside, following the sound of noises. You see a group of people fighting a horrible looking... something. There's a woman with bright red hair who shoots fire out of her hands, a man with what you're pretty sure is a nerf gun, and another man with a weird looking sword, who spots you and the Thing turns towards you. "Hey! You! You can't be out here! It's not safe here-" And that's the last thing you hear before the monster gets you, and it all goes dark. <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.homes.com/property/702-w-warrior-trail-grand-prairie-tx-75052/id-500026687265/#listing_status=FOR_RENT"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/apartmentlist/image/upload/t_fullsize/284b517131f598b49776add0c52cd63d.jpg" alt="A photograph of a brick apartment building." class="center"></a> You unpack more of your things. When you leave the apartment building, there are strange marks all over the parking lot that no one can or wants to explain. You settle in to your new life in Kepler, but despite the peaceful appearance of the town, you can't help but feel as if you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://snapshotsbykats.com/2010/10/07/evening-over-small-town-america/"><img src="https://snapshotsbykats.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/angels-at-night-012.jpg" alt="A photograph of nighttime over a small town." class="center"></a> You go outside, following the sound of noises. You see a group of people fighting a horrible looking... something. You notice some familiar faces in the group fighting this thing, and then it whips around to face you, and it's so close, and all you can see are it's glowing eyes- And then the monster gets you, and everything goes dark. <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> "I would really like that." He smiles, and it's lovely. [[Can I kiss you?]] [[Yay!]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> Indrid looks disappointed, but not surprised. "I understand." You don't see Indrid much after that night. The few times you do, he finishes the interaction as quick as he can. Eventually, you stop trying. You get adjusted to your new life in Kepler, but you can't help but feel as if you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> He says yes before you can finish your sentence, and then you're kissing and he tastes like eggnog and everything is wonderful. [[Aww cute]]

You go on many more dates with Indrid. You kiss, and every time he tastes like eggnog. He always knows when you're feeling down, and you help make sure he takes care of himself. It's a wonderful relationship. [[I'm glad!]]

Oh also your boyfriend is the actual mothman and he can see the future, and is using his abilities to help protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it. [[Wait, what?]]

You go on many more dates with Indrid, and share many more kisses, and every time he tastes like eggnog. He always knows when you're feeling down, and you help make sure he takes care of himself. It's a wonderful relationship. [[I'm glad!]]

You don't see Indrid much after that night. The few times you do, he finishes the interaction as quick as he can. Eventually, you stop trying. You get adjusted to your new life in Kepler, but you can't help but feel as if you've missed something... <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> You may not have meant to, but you end up saying this aloud. There's a beat of silence, and then Duck is grinning at Minerva as she asks if you would like to go a cafe with her tomorrow, her face a bit flushed. You agree (after that, how could you not?), and you make plans before parting ways for the night. [[Can't wait!]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "I'm glad you asked! See, Dr. Harris Bonkers was once the greatest wizard who ever walked the face of the Earth! Until one day, he touched on something too powerful for him to control, it backfired, cursing him into this poor and lonely shape. But I am able to communicate with Dr. Harris Bonkers, and he helps me with my magic performances!" [[I... See...]] [[Woah!]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Exactly! Wait, what?" Aubrey's face becomes as red as her hair when she realizes what you said. You think you see her hand catch on fire for just a split second, but then she's moving them and doing double not-on-fire finger guns. "You too." she squeaks, and only looks like she's going to die of embarrassment a little bit. [[How about we go out sometime?]] [[Cool, bye!]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> You find out Aubrey is a traveling magician, though she's been staying in Kepler for a bit, at a place called Amnesty Lodge. She gets distracted a few times while talking, but she's very sweet, and asks things about you as well. You have some really nice conversations, and share some excellent puns, but eventually it's time to go. You both walk outside of the cafe, and Aubrey stands in front of you, looking unsure of what to do. "So, I had a really nice time and I don't want to pressure you or anything but if you want it would be really cool to do something like this again?" She blurts out nervously. [[I like you a latte]] [[I think we should just be friends]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> Aubrey snorts and starts laughing, and, to you, it's one of the most beautiful things you've ever heard. Once her laughter subsides, she grabs your hands and looks you in the eyes with a dead serious expression. "I love the way you espresso yourself." A beat passes, and you both break into laughter once again. You and Aubrey go on many more dates, and you hold hands and kiss and share puns, and everything is so nice. [[So sweet!]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> Aubrey deflates. "Yeah, no, thats fine, I totally get it. Um, bye, I guess?" And with that, she leaves. You see Aubrey every once in a while, but you eventually drift apart. You get adjusted to your new life in Kepler, but despite the peaceful appearance of the town, you can't help but feel as if you've missed something... <img src="https://i.pinimg.com/474x/19/cd/31/19cd314ed9002238c1f91ebdc2c472c6.jpg" alt="A photograph of a bright orange crystal" class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

Oh, and also it turns our your girlfriend can do actual magic too and is helping protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it. [[Wait, what?]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> Aubrey finishes her point, and then lets you finish yours. You have a really nice back and forth conversation, and even though she gets distracted a few times, Aubrey is very sweet. You find out Aubrey is a traveling magician, though she's been staying in Kepler for a bit, at a place called Amnesty Lodge. You have some really nice conversations, and share some excellent puns, but eventually it's time to go. You both walk outside of the cafe, and Aubrey stands in front of you, looking unsure of what to do. "So, I had a really nice time and I don't want to pressure you or anything but if you want it would be really cool to do something like this again?" She blurts out nervously. [[I like you a latte]] [[I think we should just be friends]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> "Oh, right, sorry, my bad." Aubrey shrinks back into her seat, and you finish what you had to say. She doesn't speak much after that, and once she's done with her drink, she stands. "I need to go feed Dr. Harris Bonkers, Ph.D, now, soooo bye." And she leaves. You don't see Aubrey much after that. After a while in Kepler, you see her with a crunchy looking blonde girl, and they seem to be happy together. You get adjusted to your new life in Kepler, but despite the peaceful appearance of the town, you can't help but feel as if you've missed something... <img src="https://i.pinimg.com/474x/19/cd/31/19cd314ed9002238c1f91ebdc2c472c6.jpg" alt="A photograph of a bright orange crystal" class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "I'm glad you asked! See, Dr. Harris Bonkers was once the greatest wizard who ever walked the face of the Earth! Until one day, he touched on something too powerful for him to control, it backfired, cursing him into this poor and lonely shape. But I am able to communicate with Dr. Harris Bonkers, and he helps me with my magic performances!" [[I.... See....]] [[Woah!!]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> "Exactly! Wait, what?" Aubrey's face becomes as red as her hair when she realizes what you said. You think you see her hand catch on fire for just a split second, but then she's moving them and doing double not-on-fire finger guns. "You too." she squeaks, and only looks like she's going to die of embarrassment a little bit. [[How about we go out sometime?]] [[Okay cool bye!]]

<a href="https://maxmakes.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/theadventurezone/images/0/02/Cryptonomica_by_maxmakes.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180522022940" alt="A monochrome drawing of the inside of the Cryptonomica. There are all sorts of cryptid related paraphanalia around the room, and a bearded man reading a book at the counter." class="center"></a> You hit it off with the main trio there, Duck, Ned, and Aubrey. You end up hanging out with them more, and they introduce you to more people around town. You all become really good friends, and you settle into your new life in Kepler with ease. [[Yay friends!]]

Oh, and you also find out that there is an archway in the woods that leads to another world and that your new friends are fighting to help protect that gate and kill the monsters who want to destroy both Kepler and the other world, and you get roped into joining their group as well. [[Wait, what?]]

<a href="https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/556740-a-tour-of-the-large-binocular-telescope/"><img src="https://www.cloudynights.com/uploads/monthly_11_2016/post-211853-0-05374300-1479245415.jpg" alt="Two desks with several monitors in front of them." class="center"></a> "Yeah, educational. Right. Anyway, you should probably head out before anyone notices you aren't suppposed to be here." She stands and leads you out. You don't see much of Dr. Sarah Drake after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/556740-a-tour-of-the-large-binocular-telescope/"><img src="https://www.cloudynights.com/uploads/monthly_11_2016/post-211853-0-05374300-1479245415.jpg" alt="Two desks with several monitors in front of them." class="center"></a> A blush rises to her cheeks. "Yeah, I think that's fair." You and Sarah go on another date, and another, and you kiss and talk about science and hobbies and life and it's all really nice. Sometimes, late at night, you'll both stay up and wonder about all the things that just seem... Off about Kepler. But you never do figure anything out. It's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/4c6183d84552361be8df68b60a0e0352/7704c469fbab96ae-91/s540x810/10383e897c4d0ff6501ed7b42c43478c9e48a023.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dirt path in the woods." class="center"></a> You continue on the main path, listening to the sounds of nature. And then they stop. And you stop. The hairs on the back of your neck raise, and then you see a horrible looking.... Something. It's not natural, and it's getting closer, and there's no one around, and its eyes are glowing, and it's so close now, you can't get away, and its eyes are all you can see- And then the monster gets you, and everything goes dark. <a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"></a><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c88acecd94f0eddf4144855f57119f00/7704c469fbab96ae-8e/s540x810/cdaf7291d9d486399c0865334a8beeff9b4b4002.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dark forest with multiple glowing eyes in the depths." class="center"> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/4c6183d84552361be8df68b60a0e0352/7704c469fbab96ae-91/s540x810/10383e897c4d0ff6501ed7b42c43478c9e48a023.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dirt path in the woods." class="center"></a> She grins. "Name's Juno Divine, by the way. Now, being a forest ranger, I know these forests pretty damn well, so prepare to see some pretty cool stuff." She leads you through the woods, showing you all sorts of things, and telling you about different facts about the forest, signs that plants are healthy, signs that something is wrong. You watch a group of deer peacefully grazing. It's really nice, and so is Juno. You start to get to know each other, but then the sun starts to set and you have to part ways. [[Could I treat you to coffee sometime?]] [[Thank you for the tour]]

Oh and also it turns out that your boyfriend is actually literally bigfoot and comes from a different planet and he is helping protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it. [[Wait, what?]]

Oh, you also find out that Amnesty Lodge hosts refuges from another planet and that Mama is part of a group that is helping protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it and the other planet, and you end up joining the group as well. [[Wait, what?]]

<a href="https://pccocwv.com/listing/green-bank-observatory-science-center/"><img src="https://pccocwv.com/wp-content/uploads/GBT-in-the-sun-2.jpg" alt="A photograph of the Greenbank Telescope." class="center"></a> You don't see much of Dr. Sarah Drake after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/556740-a-tour-of-the-large-binocular-telescope/"><img src="https://www.cloudynights.com/uploads/monthly_11_2016/post-211853-0-05374300-1479245415.jpg" alt="Two desks with several monitors in front of them." class="center"></a> You see a hint of relief in Sarah's posture when you guide the conversation away from pure science. She is passionate with what she does, but she doesn't seem to be a fan of lecturing and giving educational tours. You have some nice conversation with her and get to know each other better. Sarah grew up in Kepler, fell in love with science, and ended up working at the Greenbank Telescope. You wander into a break room, sitting on a sofa together as she tells you about Kepler, all the strange people and events, like the Pizza Hut sign falling on a grocery store, and the local rich snobs, Muffy and Winthrop. Eventually, the conversation begins to die down, and you notice how close you're sitting. [[Move away]] [[I'm fine right here]]

<a href="https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/556740-a-tour-of-the-large-binocular-telescope/"><img src="https://www.cloudynights.com/uploads/monthly_11_2016/post-211853-0-05374300-1479245415.jpg" alt="Two desks with several monitors in front of them." class="center"></a> You scoot away, and Sarah has an expression you can't quite read on her face. The room is quiet for a minute, and then she stands up, stretching. "Well, we better head out before anyone notices you aren't suppposed to be here." She leads you outside. You don't see much of Dr. Sarah Drake after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/556740-a-tour-of-the-large-binocular-telescope/"><img src="https://www.cloudynights.com/uploads/monthly_11_2016/post-211853-0-05374300-1479245415.jpg" alt="Two desks with several monitors in front of them." class="center"></a> She's even more beautiful up close. You look into your eyes, and she looks into yours, and for a moment, that's all that exists. "Are we going to kiss now, or what?" Sarah breathes out, breaking the silence. Your lips meet, and now all that exists is the taste of each other. You kiss, and kiss some more. Someone walks into the breakroom, and immediately walks out, and you share a few more kisses before slowly breaking apart. You and Sarah go on another date, and another, and you kiss and talk about science and hobbies and life and it's all really nice. Sometimes, late at night, you'll both stay up and wonder about all the things that just seem... Off about Kepler. But you never do figure anything out. It's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> She gives you a big smile. "I think you're a great friend too." You and Juno hang out more as you get settled into your new life in Kepler. She introduces you to various people in Kepler. Turns out your neighbor, Duck Newton, is a coworker of hers. Things are pretty nice. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> She snorts. "I think saying second would take a lot of pressure off of it, but that's up to you." You and Juno go on many more dates after that, including a romantic venture into the woods that ended with both of you running away from one of Juno's coworkers, who turned out to also be your next door neighbor, Duck Newton. When you're with Juno, you're filled with warmth and happiness. With her, you slip into your new life in Kepler with ease. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> "Yeah, sure." She takes a swig of her drink. There is some conversation as you finish your respective orders. As soon as Mama is done with hers, she stands. "Wish I could say it was nice talkin' to you." And she leaves without another word. You don't see much of Mama after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> "You're not very good at minding your own buisness, but I guess we all have our flaws, don't we?" She places her cup down with slightly more force than neccesary, and you involuntarily slink down into your seat slightly. It's quiet after that. Mama downs her drink and leaves without even looking in your direction. You don't see much of Mama after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> A look of sadness passes over her face as she stares into her drink. "Most of them don't have anywhere else they can be." Then the sadness seems to pass and she looks up at you with a pointed glare. "But how I run the lodge is none of your damn buisness." You involuntarily slink down into your seat slightly, and it's quiet after that. Mama downs her drink and leaves without even looking in your direction. You don't see much of Mama after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> "It sure is." As you get settled into your new life in Kepler, you and Mama continue to She introduces you to various people in Kepler. Turns out your neighbor, Duck Newton, is a coworker of hers. Things are pretty nice. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> "I believe Duck Newton is attempting to ask you on a romantic outing!" Minerva pipes up hepfully. Duck looks up, face even more red and clears his throat. "Uh, yeah. Do- Do you want to go on a date? You can say no if you want, I don't want to make you uncomfortable-" [[Nothing would make me happier]] [[Oh, um, sorry]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> He rubs his face before looking up again. "Yeah, nope, nevermind, it's nothing. Mmmmm yep nothing. Nope." Minerva sighs and shakes her head, and Duck stares at his food. [[This was fun, but I should go home now]]

<a href="http://irapchop.online/posts/"><img src="http://nasagora.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/small-square-dining-table-with-leaf-small-square-kitchen-table-small-dinner-table-round-wooden-dinner-table-small-dining-suites-small-kitchen-small-square-kitchen-table.jpg" alt="A photograph of a small dinner table in a home." class="center"></a> "No, it's fine." Duck gives a weak smile before returning to his food. Conversation slowly returns to the table and some of the awkwardness fades. [[This was fun, but I should go home now]]

<a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/4c6183d84552361be8df68b60a0e0352/7704c469fbab96ae-91/s540x810/10383e897c4d0ff6501ed7b42c43478c9e48a023.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dirt path in the woods." class="center"></a> "Sure is." Duck murmurs back, eyes lingering on you for a moment before turning back to the trail. As Duck shows you the beauty of the forest, the conversation slowly turns from nature to yourselves. You learn that Duck works as a forest ranger, and that's why he knows the forest so well, and in return, you tell him about yourself. Wandering through the forest with him is like something out of a fairy tale, but the warmth of his hand in yours is proof that it's all real and happening now. You go on many more dates with Duck, and you hold hands, and you kiss, and find yourselves falling deeply in love. [[And I couldn't be happier.]]

Oh, also, your boyfriend has a talking sword, his roommate is from another planet and basically grants him superpowers, and they're helping protect Kepler from monsters who want to destroy it. [[Wait, what?]]

<a href="https://justoneblip.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/4c6183d84552361be8df68b60a0e0352/7704c469fbab96ae-91/s540x810/10383e897c4d0ff6501ed7b42c43478c9e48a023.jpg" alt="A color drawing of a dirt path in the woods." class="center"></a> You follow the trail through the forest, and there isn't much conversation after that. Duck seems to notice things in the forest that you don't, but other than a few comments here and there, he doesn't point them out, and he doesn't take your hand again. You finish the trail and part ways. You run into Duck every once in a while after that, since you're neighbors, but you rarely interact. You get settled into your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> You show up at the Kepler Cup for your date, waiting for Barclay. It seems like he is running late, so you go ahead and order, sitting at a table for two. Your food gets cold. He still doesn't show up. You realize he isn't going to show up at all. As you get settled into your new life in Kepler, you only catch glimpses of Barclay and the other people from Amnesty Lodge, and they seem to avoid you. But you get used to it. There are other people in town, after all. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> He begins to look a little pissed off, and places his cup down with a little more force than necessary. "They're family." You involuntarily slink back into your seat. It's silent as you finish your orders, and Barclay leaves as soon as he finishes his, without even a goodbye. You don't see much of Barclay after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> He smiles, and his hand envelopes yours as you walk out of the Kepler Cup. It isn't long before you're with Barclay again, and he's so kind and also handsome, and any time you go out to eat, the food is good, but not as good as his, and you find yourself falling in love. And he falls in love with you. You go on more dates, and he holds you in his strong arms, and you kiss, and you feel so loved. [[That's so nice]]

<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/243546292318575267/"><img src="https://inkblotsandtypingspots.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/front_small.jpg" alt="A photograph of the outside of a small cafe." class="center"></a> You both leave the cafe and part ways. You don't see much of Barclay after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

<a href="https://www.accessculvercity.com/blog/photo-blog-culver-city-coffee-and-cafes/"><img src="https://www.accessculvercity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/shutterstock_121599607.jpg" alt="A photograph of a cafe table with a mug on it." class="center"></a> Barclay's eyes widen slightly. "Oh, sorry, I didn't mean to assume." He gives you a weak smile, and you both leave the cafe and part ways. You don't see much of Barclay after that, and you slowly get adjusted to your new life in Kepler. Sometimes it feels like the town is a little weird, but for the most part, it's just a normal town. Or is it? <a href="https://plasticbattleaxe.tumblr.com/"><img src="https://66.media.tumblr.com/e2940716b939ba81fe2d341278c4a3d9/f36b7245630490d8-4f/s2048x3072/f93d95a61a19713931fb9d775f12e23d9a1f9d2c.jpg" alt="a color drawing of a stone archway in a forest." class="center"></a> THE END [[Credits]]

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