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Who: Cyril and OPEN
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When: Afternoon

One of the strange things about being in a new reality, I've come to realize, comes down to grasping social norms. They aren't the exact same here as they were on Thedas, and each one of us brings our own world with us when we interact with one another. My 'I think you're gorgeous and funny and would love to get you know better' might be read as your 'I'm only thinking about your body.'

It's hard enough navigating the subtlety there without adding to the mix different a world's views on sex and relationships.

That means research and asking questions. Or at least it does if you're me, I suppose.

I explain all of that simply so you understand how it is that recently I discovered a concept called 'pick up lines.' From what I've learned, they are terrible and awkward. Of course this means that I adore them.

Hit me with your best shot, friends. Give me your favorite pick up lines. I need to hear them all.

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Then you are very different to the ones I have ever come across. What is worse, most clans I have come across preach elven solidarity- but refuse to have anything to do with city elves. It's very...frustrating.

It's refreshing to come across a Dalish elf who isn't like that.

I'm sorry that happened to you.

Given truths that have been revealed as of late... It's even more frustrating that the Clans see fit to treat others that way.

It's hardly the worst thing that has happened to me, it's fine.

Oh? I take it this is more...recent news?

It is... To go over it would require a lot of time.

And probably some wine.

Something I would not particularly mind either of. It has been a while since I learned news from Thedas, and at least it would be pleasant enough company to have while catching up.

Oh, and I definitely have news. From what I know, I'm the one from the latest version of Thedas. I don't think anyone else is from past 9:45 Dragon.

That's a very high possibility, yes. I would say you're fortunate, but given how Thedas is generally...probably not.

I'm not sure if I should say fortunate or not either. Funny how that works out.

So, we should plan a day we can meet, drink wine, and talk?

Yes. I would like that very much.

[Not just for the knowledge of home, either, he realises. ]

Perfect. You tell me the time and place, and I'll be there.

Perhaps once the ships stop drifting? Assuming we're not dealing with anything awful, anyway.

Hopefully the system we encounter will be more like the last then.

I do admit I miss being able to do something, I'm not well suited for domesticity for too long. But I'd rather us not nearly die in horrific ways, too. It needs a balance.

Perhaps a system where they need our help, but for things like finding a lost kitten or gathering up 10 pieces of ram meat.

[Give them a few decent fetch quests!]

Yes! I have missed that, it's been a long time since we have had a star system like that. Nothing horrendous, nothing too dull. Just...medium trouble.

Something to feel useful, but not so terrifying that you'll have nightmares for a few days.

Yes, exactly. It would be pleasant to have that again.

Then perhaps the next world we go to will be like that. Easy, but not too easy.

We can but hope.

And maybe with horses too? I miss horses.

Can't say I mind them one way or the other, but sure.