#col22plots

current plots

Slow and steady wins the race, and such is true for Andee and Alex. Over time, they have developed an incredibly trustworthy, multilayered connection and their roots run deep. She sees him as her family, but in a different way than she’s seen most anyone else around the colony. Everyone Andee meets is indoctrinated into her chosen family, but Alex seems to have carved out a special niche for himself. He’s not a brother, not a father, not a son; he’s a peer. On level ground, they have found a unique partnership in one another – one that seems to be deepening by the minute. To date, they’ve been engaging in a secret affair for several months.

A relationship born out of bartering with one another, Pax and Andee run a covert inter-colony business, including (but so far not exactly limited to) Andee designing and manufacturing various sex toys and Pax getting them all over the black market. While she sells some of her stock in the Hub on her own, Pax is responsible for the majority of the selling and shipment overseas. In the past, they conducted a heist of a few batches of medical-grade silicone from the laboratory. Since then their schemes have turned more toward the political spectrum, doing what they can to disrupt the NWRF’s directives.

Keeping him out of trouble (and off of rooftops) and sensing that he’s been going through some hard times, Andee has offered to teach Mouse basic robotics and engineering. She sees enormous potential in his mind and character, and finds herself feeling like something of a foster sister to him, despite his age. She sees them as family, and wants to make sure he’s getting every opportunity that comes his way. Over time, she’s seen him grow up into a wonderful young man and is eager to continue their journey.

Zach first came to Andee for a consultation in CISM, and it has since turned into a regular meeting. There is an innate trust between them, though with some cautious skepticism -- his character isn’t fully clear to her yet, and he has his reservations in exposing too much of himself. It’s still a rather new friendship, but one she believes can be nurtured and grown if given the right nourishment.

future plots

Notoriously outspoken and passionate, Andee has not taken the NWRF lying down. Though she is a natural listener and peace-lover, she is just as much an activist in the face of injustice. Her hard opinions against the NWRF have been challenged by those on the other side, who have shown Andee a more human side of the movement, and has given her the opportunity to play on a middle ground between the two sides.

Her ambitions stretch across a wide plane – there are a few things that have been bobbing around in her head that she would like to purse:

Becoming a certified therapist -- without becoming an Elite. She believes there is a connection between her success and being a volunteer that has allowed people to open up to her more freely.

Helping rehabilitate those with physical/motor/neurological handicaps through the use of prosthetics, tools, and medicine she can help design.

Having a family, specifically in the role of a mother. 

Aiding in the advocacy and organization of the rebellion to create a sustainable community of equity within the colony between the Infected and Uninfected.

The Games! Andee scored high on her initial testing because of her survival skills in the Wastelands, and it’d be great to see that put to use. Whether it’s someone training her, getting put on a specialized team, or getting made captain, let’s brainstorm to figure out ways to reengage The Games.

wanted connections

Mentor – Someone who can train, guide, and/or parent Andee’s career, whether it’s in therapy, medicine, engineering, etc. This could be a scientist, therapist, psychologist, engineer, chemist, artist, etc. This might be especially interesting if someone is to mentor her to try to win the next Games.

Best Friend(s) – In her past, Andee had heaps of friends; the few close relationships she has is new territory for her, and having someone she can lean on to be more like her old self is something she’s been looking for. Girls are a plus.

Overview:

Nadia arrives at Colony 22 with two goals in mind: to learn whether she is safe with the people here (and specifically safe from the NWRF), and to potentially find community. That being said, she is in hiding, and her social skills are super rusty. She’ll be around and active on the dash, but mostly in a fact-finding capacity to begin with. And though I have ideas for her development, nothing is set in stone, and I’m really excited to see her become part of the Colony in a way that’s determined by what happens to her on the dash.

Due to her staying mostly in a praeteric state for her own safety until she gets a handle on things at 22 (or is captured/discovered), there’s a couple of options for thread plots that I think would work well to start off with. Naturally, these will be a little weird. She will get less weird, over time.

If you have other ideas, I’d love to hear them!

“Invisible”/Observation Threads:

These will be for a limited time only, probably. Basically what it means is that Nadia will be watching and observing, but your muse would have no idea she’s there. It’s an opportunity for her to get insight into your muse, or maybe witness something about them that they think is private and secret. (Which will lead to interesting developments when she meets them in a visible way, later on!) They will likely be short, length/duration of the observation is entirely up to you. From your perspective they’ll probably feel like you’re writing a self-para, except in a thread format, so if you want to do this choose something you’re interested in describing, that she can witness and learn about your muse from!

Three-way Threads: 

A variation on the first style, this would be if two muns have a thread that they’ve already planned on doing, and don’t mind Nadia secretly sitting in on it. She wouldn’t interfere with anything happening between the other characters, but could gain some ~potentially uncomfortable~ awareness of them. Again, depending on the circumstance, it’d be best to choose something you were interested in exploring anyway, as Nadia won’t be “contributing” exactly, at this point, only observing, and may even leave at a certain point if she feels like it.

Brief Interaction Threads:

There are some things that Nadia requires, right off the bat. She wants to blend in, so she’ll need a way to mock up a tattoo, and a PDD or something that resembles one. If she can find those, she’ll start appearing more often to colonists, and approaching them in quick interactions, never giving too much away. She’s naturally curious about people, and quite starved for human interaction. Be aware that she may exit suddenly if she feels suspicion turning on her, though.

Other Notes/Protecting Character Privacy:

I’m totally down for just doing some headcanon work, if you prefer that, and we can discuss privately and then I’ll make notes of things Nadia has witnessed. I won’t ever assume she has private knowledge of your character that you haven’t explicitly told me she has, or that someone else has mentioned to her face (to avoid meta-gaming of any sort).

If sensitive information of other characters is discussed in a thread when they’re not present (gossip about them or anything like that), I will contact the appropriate mun for approval before I allow Nadia to overhear it. I don’t want to overstep on anything. If a piece of information is revealed in front of Nadia that you would prefer she not know, at any point, I will happily strike it from my records (located on this page, for your reference!) and just say she was distracted at the time it was mentioned, or forgot she heard it.

If there are any characters who wish Nadia to never have information on them, please let me know, and I will dismiss any knowledge/information that she secretly gains, without question! She is meant to be invasive in a fun & interesting way, and never in an uncomfortable one. You folks matter to me more than any potential plot ever could. <3

Tells and Hints, for the Observant Civilian:

A few ways you might notice Nadia— if you’re an Empath, you may be able to sense her if she’s feeling a strong emotion, though it wouldn’t result in her cover dropping suddenly. She’s very skilled with her Praeteria, so I wouldn’t say it’s super obvious, but possible.

Other Praeterics (or people very familiar with their abilities) may know some of the signs as well—hearing a sound (like laughter, whispering) that doesn’t seem to have a source. Objects that you lose track of, and then suddenly find again. Having fewer fries on your plate than you thought you did, all of a sudden. There are certain small tells that could hint that a Praeteric is around, under cover of their ability.

She is visible when she’s asleep, and she will be sleeping in strange locations for the time being—the laundry room, under sinks, basically anywhere in the Col that she can slip into for a short time and stay warm and secure. Most likely she’ll vanish the minute she’s woken, however.

Currently:

Rhys has been around the Colony for a bit, for a long time actually, before the NWRF, before most people arrived, just your local Welsh boy from very near, not very far. Since his group got picked up only a few months after D-day, Rhys knows a few of the locals, the long-time inhabitants of the Colony. He’s very approachable. He hangs out with the kids mostly, which he does without a lot of difficulty, given that Rhys himself acts like a kid as well. If you’re easily annoyed by people who are easily distracted, always late, and very forgetful, you might have a hard time handling someone like Rhys, but if you’re not: he might be a friend. Or become a friend. :D

He’s been long time friends with Pax, they had a thing going some years ago, but quickly grew past that. Rhys respects Pax and his opinion, and only wants him to be happy. 

Alois and Rhys have been on hunting duty a couple of times, and given how terrible both of them are, it stayed with those few times, because nobody in their right mind would put them together again. Yet, Rhys is never sure if Alois likes him, or if he really doesn’t. 

He sometimes works very close to Mitch, since they both work with the younger ones of the Colony: Mitch teaching and training them, and Rhys either looking after them or having done that in the past. In his eyes Mitch can do nothing wrong, he’s like a father for so many of the young ones, and Rhys can’t help but look up to him. 

(Feel free to message me if you want to plot about our characters already knowing each other!)

Wanted Relations:

Understanding; Rhys was never diagnosed as having ADHD when he was a kid, but the nurses at the Colony were quick to discover it even if it wasn’t mentioned in his medical records. Easily distracted, restless, bad with timing, sometimes overreacting in an angry sense; it’s not hard for people with a little bit of knowledge of ADHD to recognize Rhys as having that as well. A little bit of understanding might help Rhys thrive, or at least feel a little understood. Or maybe even start to question his parent’s bad parenting. Not bad, but like... questionable. 

Helping Hand; in all of his years as an employee at GreenWood family park, Rhys always had a couple of people who looked out for him. People who knew Rhys as an employee and try to ensure he wouldn’t get fired because of it. At the Colony however, that doesn’t always happen. Rhys could really use a couple of people in his corner to help when the going gets hard. 

Former Lovers; Rhys freaks out over people on a regular basis, especially hot people. AND HAVE YOU SEEN THE PEOPLE WHO INHABIT THIS COLONY?! He has had a thing with Pax at some point, but he’s been here for about four years, and he has a healthy amount of libido. He’s also very interested in keeping up friendships with people he had sex with, because why not. Right? Just because you had sex doesn’t mean you can’t be friends. 

Heels over Head in Love; Rhys falls in love easily. VERY EASILY. And with more people at the same time, how? How not! Be kind to him and make at least one either sexual comment or compliment, and that might be enough to send him into a state of unending love.

NIHILIST BLUES || character plotter

Wanted Relationships

Stiff as a board (platonic): He’s a pretty fresh and aloof presence in the Colony, so I can’t imagine he’s made nice with too many yet. I’d like for him to have reached the point of acquaintances-almost-friends with at least a few people so he’s not a total hermit, though: best applicants would be fellow ex-rich kids, Calysets, or night owls. He’s likely to fall victim to regular existential navel-gazing -- sorry in advance! At some point this kid is desperately going to need someone who can get him to loosen up and have some -- gasp -- fun.

All the heart of a Cold War (romantic): The heir to a powerful family, Alois didn’t have a whole lot of agency in his romantic life before D-Day, and he honestly didn’t care. As such, his involvements were superficial and frequently brief, leaving him without a whole lot of meaningful dating experience. I would personally love to explore this area, mostly because I want to see how the boy deals with the kind of genuine crush that destroys his insides with butterflies. Aside from that, Alois is fairly free with his physical affections, for better or for worse. It’s a way to pass the time.

The ashes in the plume (antagonistic): Honestly, in the small amount of time he’s been at the Colony he’s probably developed more enemies than friends, though not for actually trying. Alois’s default mode is apathy; if he’s pissed you off it’s because he simply can’t be bothered to human. If you’ve pissed him off it’s likely because you’re too loud or in his face or generally Too Much. Bring me all the sharp-tongued, sarcastic frenemies.

Only lonely for the truth (other): Alois was a prominent face in the media growing up, particularly in the technical and medical fields -- someone recognizing him as the van Asch golden boy (for better or worse) could be good fun. He might bristle at initial or superficial interest in his prosthetic, but if anyone could push past that to the point where he geeks out about it it’d probably be real entertaining and/or cute. His relationships with any Deluded are bound to be Complicated with a capital C, after what he went through with his sister. Alois’s infection is wholly untrained; someone willing to help him with that (a trainer, another increased senses infected, or even just a random kind soul) would be so appreciated.

For reference: Alois’s prosthetic, replacing his left arm.

Currently

09/07/18 - will be updated as we go.

Axel hasn’t been at the Colony long, but he has made an honest attempt to aggravate everyone that he has come across, with varying degrees of success. 

The good stuff!

I tolerate you Look. He has gone pretty much all his life staunchly insisting he doesn’t need anyone in his life doing anything for him and that friends are nothing more than leeches so nobody can expect him to radically change his mind over night. But while he finds something annoying about just about everyone, there’s those that... annoy him a little less? That he can sit in relatively close proximity with without getting that distinct tingling in his knuckles that can only be remedied by punching someone. Maybe they can even exchange a few snarky comments without it leading to a brawl. Baby steps.

Welpenschutz (I tried to find an English version of this but can’t find it, maybe I just can’t word - it’s a term for the time puppies are very young and theoretically protected from older adults attacking them?) Axel has had quite a few encounters with a few of the younger residents and while he is very confident that he will be able to basically take them all at once if he has to he may encounter someone that either impresses him somehow or, God forbid, reminds him of himself. Curiosity could slowly win over his usual modus operandi of keeping everyone as far away from him as possible and, let’s face it, every hero needs a sidekick.

Sensei I am operating on the assumption that Axel needs something akin to a role model in his life. Of course, that could be somewhat of a parental type figure with a positive influence. But what if it’s the opposite? What if they are a bad influence? I’m very open to it going either way.

Currently;

Last updated: 01/09/2018

A relatively recent transfer from Colony 4, Wes arrived at Colony 22 to find he already knew a couple of faces... Ryder Edevane being one of them. Edevane, who’d been a pain in the ass then, is still just as much of one now, but they have resumed working together, and Wes is hopeful for progress—and certain about the migraine. 

Another familiar face was Dante Carrington, who’d been something of a casual rival at Col4. Between their drastically different approaches to bedside manner, not to mention polar personalities and backgrounds, they have never precisely gotten along. In fact, Wes likes to go out of his way to piss Dante off, and Dante makes it relatively easy for him, as it’s no secret how obnoxious he finds Wes. 

Paxton Semenyuk was among the first in Wes’ office during the first week of his arrival, but it wasn’t for therapy. As the local tech guru, he met Wes when the doctor was having issues with the locking mechanism on his door, and has since come back around when Wes decided to try to get a mini fridge in his office. He’s explained that it’s for his patients, not himself, but now it’s a matter of figuring out what’s in it for Pax... 

He recently shanghaied Mason Quinley into weekly sessions with him, after a mostly playful conversation in the dining hall. He knows for a fact that this ‘Mouse’ kid will be a handful, but he’s dealt with worse. He also managed to convince Aurelia Ferris that he wasn’t the worst human being, in a very strange interaction under the drink table at the Halloween Bonfire. Though she’s still on his radar, she has yet to come to his office, and he has yet to put in a formal request to enforce it. 

He has recently also commended sessions with Issoria Feinberg and Kyra Zabala.

Wanted Plots;

✔ means available, and ✘ means taken under construction into perpetuity - Last updated: 01/09/2018

✔ the project - with a background of working with patients in a mental health and rehabilitation centre, Wes is no stranger to slow progress and long term commitments to his patients. He had some he worked with for upwards of two or 3 years, and so he is by no means in a rush to get someone medicated and out the door. Accustomed to stubborn patients with complicated cases, Wes could use a few more of those now that he’s in a new environment. Your character might be someone he can take on as a ‘tough case’ with slow progress, but someone with whom he hopes to gain trust. They might be really resentful at first, or think the whole thing is a joke or pointless, but Wes’ objective will be to get them accustomed to his working methods and at least comfortable coming through the door. He will try to foster a relationship with your character first, as he always does, and give them time to come around to him. Eventually they may come to trust him, or even look forward to their chances to chat. Wes thrives in the long-road cases, and isn’t afraid of having his work cut out for him. So, both he and your character stand to gain a thing or two from the relationship. → open to multiple plots

✔ thorn in my side - it takes about 60 seconds of talking to Wes to get that he’s a bit of a handful. Arrogant, opinionated, crass and sarcastic, Wes’ approach isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But he cares deeply about what he does and has had a lot of success doing it. His honesty and authenticity with his patients is usually what eventually works in his favour. However, he has clashed with coworkers who’ve not approved of his methods in the past, and he is under absolutely no illusion that this will cease to be true. Your character might be another Elite in the Colony, be it in medical field or something else, who finds Wes thoroughly disagreeable. They argue frequently and absolutely get under each other’s skins. Your character might even go out of their way to make Wes’ life hell, just because they can. It’s an immature vendetta that is probably more petty than it is malicious—but it takes two to tango, and well. They’re both equal participants. 

✔ the doughnut thief - Wes is known for his almost inexplicably constant assortment of doughnuts available in his office for anyone who cares to come in and have a visit—even just a short one. Sure, it may very well be a technique to get them through the door in the first place, but it’s one that has worked for him his entire career, and he isn’t going to stop just because it’s the end of the world. He goes out of his way to bake them up in the kitchens (or have them baked with a little innocent bribery) and at the very least, it’s a decent conversational piece. But someone as of late has been sneaking into his office on the daily to pluck one (or sometimes more) from the dish, without announcing themselves. It’s not like Wes is restrictive about who has them, or even how many, really—it’s just that he doesn’t understand how the culprit is doing it. Though he is committed to his open-door policy while he’s in office, it’s definitely locked when he leaves, and it’s not like he takes naps at his desk. Your character might be a Praeteric, sneaking past Wes and leaving him completely unawares, or they might just be someone who’s found a way around security into his office, be it with Elite security clearances or tampering with the lock or door. Maybe your character is even finding a way to trick Wes some other way. The possibilities are as endless as the mischief. 

✔ what’s up doc - most people at the Colony are hesitant to work with Wes—largely because the Colony is not a hospital. People aren’t there to seek help, whether it’s been by choice or enforced on them. Because at least at a mental health centre, even the stubborn patients have some motivation to at least show up to the sessions, or humour Wes to some degree, because they want to be released. Progress means more ticks on their file, more steps in the direction to full independence. But at the Colony, it’s a totally different playing field. No one needs help and there is no easy proof otherwise because they aren’t already through the main doors. But your character is one of few exceptions, who is either openly seeking the support, or just enjoys Wes’ company and appreciates having someone to talk to. They frequently visit during Wes’ office hours, and are friendly with him around the grounds. He has become someone they look to for a sense of protective companionship, and feel he is one of the few people they trust. 

✔ bottom’s up - Wes has a penchant for a good Scotch, which admittedly is hard to come by these days. But he also has a bit of a drinking problem—a problem which he won’t really call a problem, as, in his words “it’s only a problem if you let it control you,” and in his opinion, he doesn’t. Regardless, your character is someone he loves to shoot the shit with over a drink after a long day. They might have a similar sense of humour, or get a kick out of Wes’ blunt and often creative sarcasm. The two of them swamp bitchy vent sessions about irritating coworkers or pretentious NWRF reps, and it’s refreshing to be able to relatively transparent with each other.

✔ the reformist circumvention - frankly, he’d love to be able to tell the reformist fuckers where to shove it. He is well aware he was transferred due to their request, and the are of his work, and they have made it quite clear where they would like to focus his time, and that they would like him to share his findings on Deluded and Infected patients with them. He has refused to do so, however, citing patient confidentiality and providing only the barest of details of his progress with on going patients. But he’s aware he has eyes on him, and your character, an NWRF aligned, may have been given the task (or taken it upon themselves) of trying to coerce Wes into working on their behalf. Though Wes does not advertise his Rebel alignment, he definitely doesn’t hide that he opposed most of the NWRF mandate and agenda. Your character is someone who is putting pressure on Wes to join forces with them, and/or to give up information to help NWRF research on infections, and specifically, the Deluded. Whether they are trying to pressure him due to their personal beliefs, or to improve their own research, or simply because they have been ordered to, is up to player. → open to multiple plots, NWRF aligned only

✔ rebel-me-this - he doesn’t go trumpeting the information around due to his delicate position as Elite, but Wes supports the N.A.R. movement. Though this ‘Radical’ business is far too sensational and frankly, overdramatic, he believes the Reformists are full of shit and up their own asses. A middle ground cooperation is the only logical option with any future or direction, and if given the chance, he will support the movement any way he can—even if it includes bending a few rules and offering his clearance as an advantage. If your character is interested in a rebellion, Wes just might prove himself a good ally. → open to multiple plots

currently;

Elly’s been grappling with how close she wants to get to people in this time---whether she wants to develop any ties that will necessarily be severed when she gets sent back. Nevertheless, she used to be a social animal (not an extrovert, exactly, but very fond of certain people.) Right now, she counts Paxton Semenyuk and Andreya Roche as near-to-friends, for good or ill. Both have some awareness of her situation, and have helped her feel a little more tethered to this timeline, though she has mixed emotions about that happening.

She’s also a fan of Corbin Ealy, because (to her mind) who the fuck wouldn’t be, and enjoys just spending casual time with Lake Valentine, who is closer to her ‘actual’ age, and with his gift for self-propelled rambling, doesn’t demand too much in return. Generally speaking, she gravitates towards anyone who can distract her for a time from what’s in her head, but she draws the line at getting into trouble. She hides in her shell and likes it that way, though she’s shown a more playful personality when she’s happy and feels safe.

On the therapy side, she’s had dealings with both Callum Wesley, who she actually sort of likes even if she’d rather antagonize than talk to him, and Dante Carrington, who she would really like not to like. While Wes seems to approach her from a more friendly standpoint, she appreciates Carrington’s no-bullshit approach to dealing with her Delusion and mental state.

future plots/relationships;

Friendships: As mentioned above, Elly has difficulty building serious ties to anyone here, despite what she might have in common with a lot of them. She feels eternally like an outsider, an observer, and she doesn’t want the heartbreak of saying goodbye to people.

The Quest: Her drive is mostly to collect information---anything at all useful to helping humanity when she goes back to before D-Day. It’s her primary goal, and she sees it as her reason for being here. Something worth exploring would be someone who wants to work at odds to that, and keep her from learning too much.

Deludeds Unite: While no one can probably relate to exactly what she’s going through, the Deluded have a better shot at getting real connections from her. She doesn’t seek anyone out, however, and isn’t given to prying into people’s lives, so this kind of trust takes time to build with her.

Who Am I?: Having been pretty directionless and undecided before, Elly has relied on others to define who she is---the disappointing daughter, the beloved partner, and now the time-traveller on a quest/Deluded misfit. Who she is aside from all of that is a question she’s managed to avoid answering for a very long time. Someone confronting her about this and helping her to face herself would definitely be appreciated.

Council of Houses

The four Heads of House juggle the responsibilities of the Colony that the NWRF representatives don’t wish to deal with. Good communication is the only way for them to rise above the waves of tension within their houses as the NWRF grows more powerful, but they all have to come to an agreement first….. 

Delma Strong

Being Head of House means Cambie’s door is always open to her house members and fellow Elites - she’s here to act as a mediator, for guidance, for counseling, and for everything in between. Have a question? Cambie will be ready to see you in a moment.

Brink Business

With some of the Brinks displaced from their dorms and assigned to the Delma House bunks temporairly, Cambie has made it her personal project not only to connect with each and every one, but also to rebuild Brink Tower, even if she has to do it with her own two hands. She’s open to all ideas and suggestions regarding the project. 

Check-up Charm

Just because she’s Head of House does not mean everyone loves Cambie. Sometimes, she has to go out of her way to ~inspire~ communication between some of the more.... reclusive members of her house. She’s not above hunting you down and giving you a cupcake for allowing her to take up some of your time (but she says it’s for good behavior).

Chasing Pavements

Cambie Andrews spends a lot of her free time during the day sitting out by the Natural Memorial on the bench. She’s often seen there conversing with people and sharing memories about lost loved ones, shining her positivity onto others’ sorrows. Today however, you notice she seems a lot sadder than usual, and are able to see the tears sparkling in her eyes from a distance. What makes today different?

Unholy Ghosts

It’s unlike her, but when Cambie Andrews can’t be found roaming the grounds, fulfilling her duties, letting off steam in the Auditorium, or reminiscing on the bench next to the memorial... There’s only one other place she can be. Although not many people use The Old Chapel for its original purpose, Cambie is today. Pressed between her fingers is a dull pink rosary, worn from use. As she finishes her prayer, she rises to her feet and turns, only to be scared by you! She doesn’t look happy - if anything, Cambie looks very uneasy. What is this, a crisis of faith?

Loving Ain’t Easy

So you’ve caught the eye of Miss Andrews, hm? Be careful - Cambie loves love, and her impossibly high standards for romance and courting may drive you off before you even scratch the surface. Some people seem to fall in and out of love for fun, and Cambie is one of them.