Alice Quest - The Seven-Colored Puppeteer's Week v2

[Hello Purvis]

>Snag this pair, thank and dismiss the doll, then return to the meeting point.
>While waiting for the next one, ponder if we know any places Iku tends to go when she does come down to earth.

[Neovereign]

>Snag this pair, thank and dismiss the doll, then return to the meeting point.
>While waiting for the next one, ponder if we know any places Iku tends to go when she does come down to earth.

> You grab a second pair of "Glamour Mushrooms", heading back once more.
> You consider where Iku could be should she come down here...
> The Human Village and the Hakurei Shrine are quite popular. However, you'd need to know when she comes down. Searching for her shouldn't be difficult with your dolls however.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>We could ask around those places for more details, hmmm...
>Does it seem like any more dolls are coming?

[Neovereign]

>We could ask around those places for more details, hmmm...
>Does it seem like any more dolls are coming?

> No, none others yet.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Patience. They'll return sooner or later, empty-handed or not.

[Neovereign]

>Patience. They'll return sooner or later, empty-handed or not.

> You wait...
> ...
> Your dolls all begin to arrive.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Do any of them seem to have any findings?
>Dismiss those that do not with a kind word of thanks.

[Neovereign]

>Do any of them seem to have any findings?
>Dismiss those that do not with a kind word of thanks.

> No...
> You show appreciation for your dolls efforts and dismiss them.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Once we are sure there are none left, let's make our way toward the Human Village.

[Neovereign]

>Once we are sure there are none left, let's make our way toward the Human Village.

> You wait a bit, then depart for the village...
> There are no interruptions as you make it inside...
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Firstly, let's assess how we can actually get through the village. Which roads are wide enough to have comfortable space, which are large enough for us but not not others but also see little traffic, and which we should just avoid.
>From there, let's assess the best places to ask around about Iku. That's probably better than sending in a bunch of dolls and causing a ruckus.

[Neovereign]

>Firstly, let's assess how we can actually get through the village. Which roads are wide enough to have comfortable space, which are large enough for us but not not others but also see little traffic, and which we should just avoid.
>From there, let's assess the best places to ask around about Iku. That's probably better than sending in a bunch of dolls and causing a ruckus.

> You start to recall the locations and how to get through...
> There's not many with low population, if any. You'd have to watch your step the whole time going any of these ways...
> You might have the best luck asking passerby's rather than those in establishments. If Iku's not one to eat here or anything...
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Is Iku one to hang out around the market?
>Let's make our way there, regardless. Perhaps financial opportunity will rear its head, if ithyloloid opportunity will not. Tell Shanghai and Hourai to watch out for such, too.
>Take care with our steps and such, try to avoid tight areas.

[Neovereign]

>Is Iku one to hang out around the market?
>Let's make our way there, regardless. Perhaps financial opportunity will rear its head, if ithyloloid opportunity will not. Tell Shanghai and Hourai to watch out for such, too.
>Take care with our steps and such, try to avoid tight areas.

> You haven't known/seen her around enough to confirm.
> You carefully start towards the market...
> You're really making terrible progress like this. There's too many people and objects. Residents have started to bump into each other and stagger as they try to make way for you, and you've already accidentally knocked a couple of people down and nudged into others enough to start gathering attention...
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Surely there are larger roads we could be following? We cant take up more space than carts and the like...
>Either way, make careful progress.

[Neovereign]

>Surely there are larger roads we could be following? We cant take up more space than carts and the like...
>Either way, make careful progress.

> You start to take a different road. It's not as crowded, but still many things in the way. Thankfully, no bumps...
> You arrive at the general area, hoping not to cause more trouble for others here...
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Carefully stroll about.
>Keep an eye open for stalls and the like we think that Iku might visit, and inquire about her at them.
>Also look for passersby who don't seem to be especially busy, we can ask them too.
>On top of this, look for money-making opportunities. With our current size and strength, there ought to be some nice niches for us. Have Shanghai and Hourai watch for that, too.

[VTPHOENIX]

> Also observe the people of the village. Are they scared?

[Neovereign]

>Carefully stroll about.
>Keep an eye open for stalls and the like we think that Iku might visit, and inquire about her at them.
>Also look for passersby who don't seem to be especially busy, we can ask them too.
>On top of this, look for money-making opportunities. With our current size and strength, there ought to be some nice niches for us. Have Shanghai and Hourai watch for that, too.

> Also observe the people of the village. Are they scared?

> The villagers seem bothered by your presence, but aren't scared for the most part. They may be some that recall you from yesterday from their expressions...
> You think you might see her already. There's that cloth-ribbon thing she has... Her shawl, you believe.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>Approach with due care for a better look!

[Neovereign]

>Approach with due care for a better look!

> You approach...
> Yes, it seems to be her.
> Shanghai and Hourai look over some, and nod towards you.
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>"Miss Nagae, how are you today?"

[Neovereign]

>"Miss Nagae, how are you today?"

> "Hm?" The woman turns. "Ah, Alice? Is that you?" Iku questions.
> Your two dolls nod.
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[Hello Purvis]

>"Yes, I'm Alice. What brings you to the surface today?"

[Neovereign]

>"Yes, I'm Alice. What brings you to the surface today?"

> Iku turns back.
> "Excuse me for a while, please."
> The person she was looking to before you came along nods.
> Iku turns back towards you.
> "I wanted to talk to some of the residents here. No one in particular, just chat about something."
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>"Well, if you're bored, perhaps I could offer something to fill the day?"

[Neovereign]

>"Well, if you're bored, perhaps I could offer something to fill the day?"

> "Oh, this isn't boring. It's quite informative. But I will hear you out if you would like to continue."
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>"I am performing a series of experiments, and I would like to borrow someone with grace on such as yours."

[Neovereign]

>"I am performing a series of experiments, and I would like to borrow someone with grace on such as yours."

> "A series of experiments? May I hear the details first?"
>_

[Hello Purvis]

>"I would rather not share, it might affect the results. It won't be dangerous, and every subject so far has said not knowing has made it more fun."