003 ☠ video/action

[kringlefuck]

<sub>[ Evening, Network. It's been awhile since you've seen this kid on the network, but here he is. The video starts with him trying to adjust the communicator on the coffee table in the living room of his residence, though it falls over and there's an obvious "aw devilshits" in the darkness.
Ok, try again.
Looks like we're being picked up again and we see two curious green eyes behind thick, rectangular glasses. He sets the communicator up on a hard surface again and then steps back, muttering something incoherent to himself before he steps back and adjusts himself a little.

This is Jake. This is Jake with his hair actually combed and his face free from dirt and bruises. He's a bit over dressed for the communicator, wearing this. Just where the hell did he get that anyway?

The teen shuffles back against the living room sofa, the area brightened up by a mere lamp. Then, he lounges, crossing one ankle over the other and we see he's still wearing his combat boots. What a nerd. ]</sub>

Greetings fellow residents. Uhmm.

_{[ Oh wait. He's pulling out a piece of paper now. It's obvious he's shaking by the way he's holding it and he reads off of it. ]}

If I am not terribly mistaken, the holiday known as Valentine's Day is coming up within a duo weeks, and it would be my greatest honor to escort an individual on this day. It is absolutely peachy if you want this not to be anything too, uhm, forward on the romancing spectrum, but rather just one of comradery, especially if I am unacquainted with you.

_{[ A deep breath. He withdraws from his pocket a handkerchief and paps his face down a little. He lowers the paper and looks at the camera. ]}

I've never celebrated Valentine's Day, so, uhhhhhh. I don't want to be alone for this holiday. And while friends and what have you are absolutely splendid, it is customary to have a specific date if I am understanding correctly. I guess.. that's it? I'm asking in advance so may chance we can get to know each other first, or plan accordingly on schedule. I'll make sure to take care of the dinner one way or another!

_{[ He'll be spearing fishes and preparing it that way, jsyk. ]}

Uhhh, shoo. Well, thanks.

<sub>[ /end personal advertisement. He'll reach way over and click the communicator off. ]

[ Action available for room mates! ]</sub>

Comments

[antabaka]

[At least the date doesn't sound too odd until what on earth.]

What? Gun shooting? At live targets?! What kind of freak are you?

No wonder you're so desperate if that's what you consider a good end for a date. If anything I'd be nervous around you. Some guy who wants to go shooting things for fun... What are you thinking? Are you thinking at all?

[kringlefuck]

Uhmm.
For fun and survival, I guess.

_{I didn't think I was desperate but if you say so..}

I mean, we can shoot paper targets too, but I'm used to shooting live things.

[antabaka]

I don't see why you'd need to shoot things for survival here. I've seen aliens and other weird stuff, but nothing that dangerous. And why does a date have to include shooting in the first place?

And I do say so.

1.2

[kringlefuck]

_Okay..
Uhm..

_{[ He reaches up and messes up his hair a little, then lowers his hands. ]}

2.2

[kringlefuck]

I spend a lot of time in the jungle here and I guess it's sort of an instinctive thing considering that's where I was raised as a child.

It doesn't have to, but it's something I'm passionate about.

[antabaka]

[She heaves a dramatic sigh.]

Is there no one here who's normal? Aliens and monsters and a so-called demon overlord, someone who says he's one of the last humans surviving, and who even knows about everyone else I've talked to... And now you say you were raised in a jungle?

I know I'm not usual, but the thing that makes me different is at least something to look up to. You're just a weirdo.

[kringlefuck]

Okay, well, that's alright if you think so. I mean, yeah, I guess that does sound pretty weird. Haha, wow, I haven't introduced myself as being raised in the jungle to anybody before so I reckon that does sound so strange.

Anyhow, I'm sure you're a great individual! Especially with such great advice you're giving me I'll have to take into consideration.

Hopefully I can remember it cause I forget a lot of things.

Is there anything else I should know about?

[antabaka]

Of course I am. I helped save the world on a regular basis, so stuff like this hardly even counts on my list of accomplishments.

[What, a totally unnecessary opportunity to toot her own horn? Don't mind if she does!]

You're pretty hopeless already, but trying to be so formal about it isn't going to help you. I know I'd want to date someone I actually know and care about. It's supposed to be fun, right? If you're wearing suits and going on candlelit dinners right off the bat, there's nothing to look forward to, either. Maybe it would work if you had the charm to pull it off, but you're not even close to the level that would take.

[kringlefuck]

Oh, hm.

_{[ He was in the process of saving the world before he was brought here, so hah. ]}

Well, thank you, I suppose. I mean, for the insight.
Any tips on.. being charming, I guess?

[antabaka]

Aside from what I already said about not trying too hard? Not really.

[She shrugs.]

Some people have it naturally. Others - [A pointed look.] - don't.

[kringlefuck]

_{[ It's a good thing he's oblivious cause it goes over his head. ]}
I'll work on it, then.

[antabaka]

[Not so good is the fact that she's blunt and tactless.]

What are you, stupid? I'm telling you you have no charm at all. You're so hopeless I don't know what to tell you.

[kringlefuck]

_{[ He stiffens his posture. ]}
But we're hardly acquainted. How can you say something so bold as that?

[antabaka]

Because it's obvious. Would you rather I lie and get your hopes up for something that isn't going to happen?

[If only she knew about Jane and Dirk's feelings, that might give her second thoughts. As it stands, she has no remorse.]

If anything, I'm doing you a favor by being honest with you.

[kringlefuck]

Well, if that's the case, thanks!
I'm not sure if it helped too much, but it's pleasant to know there are people who don't lie in the world.

I haven't met anybody who does, but I hear it's not the greatest experience.

[antabaka]

[How is this guy even real? Asuka raises her eyebrows, and after a moment of thought settles on saying:]

You really are an idiot, aren't you?

Well, whatever. You're welcome if you're that grateful. And good luck - you're going to need it.

[kringlefuck]

I don't think I am considering I've had a significant other before.
But you seem to positive it isn't going to happen, I don't think talking about it will change your mind about it and it's a silly thing so argue about so I'v just really been listening to you, m'am.

[antabaka]

What? You have?

[She sounds too surprised to be kind in it, but then, she hasn't been so far.]

[kringlefuck]

Ermmm, yeah.
But it's something I'd rather not discuss with somebody who has been taking pride in insulting me so far.

[antabaka]

What was I supposed to think? After all that trouble you went to, anyone would think you had no luck with that kind of thing.

[kringlefuck]

Well, they're wrong then, and mayhaps people shouldn't assume things strictly by one impression or appearance.

[antabaka]

You're the one who gave the appearance. Take some responsibility for your own part in it.

But how did it happen? You having a--significant other?

[kringlefuck]

I already I said I would prefer not go to into details about it.
But they were the one who wanted to date me.

[antabaka]

Hmph.

[Asuka shrugs.]

Suit yourself. For all I know they had bad taste, anyway.

[kringlefuck]

Do you have somebody special?