Someone captured the solar eclipse on an airplane
please show us the reichi dorm
Rei: Ku ku, noise-cancelling headphones are necessary when sharing a room with Tenshouin-kun~
Aira: ...
// SO SORRY FOR BEING SO LATE, I've been having trouble doing things lately
So I am going to give everyone a guide on how public transit gets built in America using the example of the 2 systems undergoing the largest expansions currently, Seattle, and LA.
How to build a Metro System in the US
Organize transit advocacy groups (your city is probably currently here)
Elect pro transit leaders to a city council
Make transit an issue by talking to people about it, speaking at local government hearings and in general showing how it is neede
Get the city government to begin a study on the Environmental impact of a metro system
During the study make your voice heard by planners
Have the City council vote to hold a transit levy ballot measure
Vote in favour of the ballot measure
Stay informed on the transit project to insure it stays as what was promised to voters
Wait for construction to finish
Ride the new metro system
When rei sings "this love song between a human and a monster" adonis stands behind him and mimes the arms of a monster with claws on "monster" (and kaoru and koga do this super cute show-off move)
The camera angles make it hard to tell, but they do some interesting blocking in general during lines about a monster where one (or more) members will stand behind the other with arms outstretched. i think it's supposed to make the member in front look like they have more than 2 arms
Drum kit on stage has a skull and roses (wow, i wonder who picked that one out)
On the line "[every smile of yours] is like a stake piercing my fickle heart" they mime pulling out something from their heart instead of stabbing something in
more undead character lighting!
koga prom pic hover hand
the heart on the mannequin matches the heart on the jacket! this one's pretty obvious i just really love the way adonis looks in this screenshot
This ending pose is unique in that adonis and koga are in the middle -- usually rei and kaoru (or at the very least rei) take center stage. the exceptions are the event songs, but in these cases the two center positions at the end have always been the 5* and 4* characters. considering that rei is the 4* in this event, not koga, i think it's really sweet that the senpais gave the underclassmen a chance to shine! it feels like undead is on more equal footing in !!!-era ❤️
how dare adaptations make dracula/mina the ship when first of all, jonathan is the obvious gothic heroine of the book, and second of all mina would put the fear of God in dracula for touching her man. she proposed to him as soon as he woke up from his coma and MARRIED him while he was in the sick bed of a catholic hospital, this girl is Not Normal either
Werewolf boyfriend
obligatory adonis fiancée theory: it could be an arranged marriage, maybe even with a member of the Sakumas (i.e. some distant cousin of Rei) but I think it would be sweet and in-character if it was actually a beard engagement and Adonis had agreed to marry a lesbian friend from back home to shield her from judgement. akira has been interested in writing about queer NPCs’ struggles a lot lately (e.g. nobunaga-sensei from akatsuki climax and shu's grandpa) so it wouldn't be a shock!
Has your #1 comfort character committed a crime?
[ This post uses Ois~su ♪ ]
Time: That night
Location: In living quarters of the AIIE experiment grounds
Rei: Uwaa, we’re having a sleepover with all of UNDEAD~♪
Fufu. The SS preliminaries was the perfect opportunity for one, but Kaoru-kun was thrown into a desert and separated from us.
I’m happy that the four of us can have a sleepover together peacefully– gah!?
Koga: ...
Rei: Koga? Don’t throw an omanjuu at me? Is this your way of telling me you want to play?
Koga: Stop bein’ so happy-go-lucky, vampire bastard. The hell you mean, pajama party.
Rei: Oya, how nostalgic. Could this be that you want me to call you ‘wanko’ for the first time in a while?
Koga: I ain’t callin’ you that for nostalgia purposes, I’m insultin' you.
Rei: How troubling. Please don’t take your frustrations out on me.
We’ve all given our consent to take part in this experiment.
We can’t complain now, can we?
Koga: We was basically forced to? If it hadn’t been us, it woulda been like, Ra*bits who haven’t done nothin’ wrong.
Then we’d hafta live with the knowledge that them lot are now the victims whilst we watch from the sidelines.
It’s better for our own mental health to just do it for real, right?
‘Cos I don’t like this at all. Don’t forget that.
Kaoru: Ahaha. It’s definitely a little off putting and shady sounding, but it makes for an interesting story, right?
AI idols and stuff– no, technology and science in general has come a long way. Really, it’s like an old sci-fi movie.
If this was just a movie, or even just someone else’s problem, I think it could have been a lot of fun.
Adonis: I also don’t feel great about this but I am interested in terms of the development of science and technology.
This is the future we thought of when we learnt about Voc*loid and drawing AIs, and it’s becoming a reality right in front of our eyes.
We’re now living in a near sci-fi world that people from the past could only imagine.
It’s like a dream, whether that’s a good or a bad thing.
I’m excited.
Kaoru: Ahaha. That totally has the vibe of a boyish heroic novel.
I don’t particularly like that sort of thing either. At the end of the day, I’m still the son of an academic who reached for the sea in search of romance and mystery.
Adonis: I also dislike jumping into areas I don’t know about.
Rei: If we think realistically, if we had refused to take part, there was the likelihood of RhythmLink turning their backs on us.
I suspect they would be rather unpleasant in the matter.
This is a necessary step so we are not thrown to the side. The compensation is rather impressive, and, in simple terms, profitable for us.
Well, we made quite the sum of money during the SS, so we have some to spare.
If an experiment such as ‘AI idols’ is successful, implemented, and announced to the world, won’t they look to us as we were the test subjects? Doesn’t that make this all worth it?
Koga: But this doesn’t solve the problem we’re havin’. They’re just killin’ time, it literally has nothin’ t’do with our situation.
This better not turn into a goose chase, wastin’ time runnin’ ‘round lookin’ stupid.
Rei: Umu. We should all brainstorm some ideas in order to solve the root of the problem, as Koga said. Fortunately, we have been blessed with plenty of time to do so.
Kaoru: Mmm… I was kinda on guard when they said experiment, but if they’re just asking us to stay the night here?
Rei: Umu. We will be given medicine, which will cause us to sleep for about half a day. In that time, via the devices connected to our heads, data will be collected and compiled.
During the time we are not asleep, we will exercise to prevent our bodies from weakening, and eat to keep up our energy levels. Let’s all get on, the four of us.
The testing period will last approximately one week. During this time, any other forms of work are banned, as the extra stimulus may skew the results.
Our phones will be confiscated, and we will be separated from the outside world.
Kaoru: Kinda feels like being a prisoner or a hospital patient… Welp, this’ll be easy money if all we’ve got to do is laze around.
Rei: Umu. I suppose we can take it easy. We will be paid regardless as to whether the experiment produces useful results or not, so it’s not a complete waste of time.
Fortunately, this location is better than a hospital or a prison.
Look, there are some cards and board games we can use to kill time. Let’s play until it’s time for us to sleep.
Koga: Ain’t you bein’ too relaxed ‘bout this whole thing?
Rei: That’s a good thing, is it not? I’ve been acting unusually mature since my youth, so I do not have many experiences like this. Such as having a sleepover with friends of the same age—
That’s why. I can’t be sure of the future, but I know I am very happy right now ♪
[ ☆ ]
Chapter 4
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *loading a pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop.
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *loading a pistol* moon’s stuck in a time loop. do you have extra ammo? this won’t be enough. nasa employee: enough for…what? astronaut: *finding extra clip of ammo, pocketing it, and getting back on the rocket-ship* don’t worry about it!
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *emerging from supply closet with a space harpoon, getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop.
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: what? nasa employee: how did you know what i was going to say? astronaut: *punching in key pad code for base evacuation signal, getting back on the rocket-ship* i told you…moon’s stuck in a time loop. *red warning lights begin flashing*
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *rifling thru bookshelf of operating instructions, selecting one that says “AIRLOCK MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS,” getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop.
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: moon’s stuck in a time loop. hey, do you have anything to eat? i’m starving. *opens random drawer, finds nothing, closes it* nasa employee: a time loo- uh, we don’t have food in here…we can’t…eat in the control room, only the break-room. astronaut: *sighs* nasa employee:…my lunch is in like 10 minutes, though, and if my lunch is actually STILL THERE and not STOLEN, AGAIN, i can share it with yo- astronaut: nah, that’s ok…no time. *loading a pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* or…too much time. but thanks, anyway. OK, bye! *alarm begins blaring* nasa employee: you’re…welcome? wait, a TIME LOOP?!
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: yup. nasa employee: …? astronaut: *sitting down next to nasa employee* so…do you ever like…wonder what the meaning of life is? the secrets of the universe? nasa employee: aren’t you supposed to be ON the MOON?! *alarm begins blaring* nasa employee: hey, what the hell is that? astronaut: that’s the code red override klaxon. moon’s stuck in a time loop. oh, and there’s an explosion imminent. But don’t worry, we can deal with that tomorrow. So, you have any siblings? *pulls beer out of space suit, cracks tab* want a drink?
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: do you know frank in IT? nasa employee: what? astronaut: do you know frank, who works in IT? nasa employee: yeah, but why are you guys back so early? astronaut: moon’s stuck in a time loop. call frank, tell him there’s a virus in the security patch and the system’s compromised. then get the hell out of the base. nasa employee: wait what? what? where are you guys going? astronaut: *loading a pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* back to the moon. it’s stuck in a time loop. call frank! nasa employee: *picks up phone* ugh, straight to voicemail. i wonder wha- *alarm begins blaring*
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: *grim silence* nasa employee: i said, you guys are back early…hey, what are you…? astronaut: *randomly opening drawers until they find a pair of scissors and some duct tape, getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop.
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *loading a pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop. *sticks head back out the door of the rocket-ship* by the way, if you go to the break-room in exactly 2 minutes and 45 seconds, you’ll catch the person who’s been stealing your lunches for the past two weeks. nasa employee: what?! WHO IS IT?! *alarm begins blaring* nasa employee: *running for the break-room* FUCK!!!!
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *sits down, sighs, pulls a beer out from their spacesuit* moon’s stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: …ok, and? hang on, how did you get a beer? you can’t have that in here. astronaut: what do you know about project floyd? nasa employee: I mean, the usual amount? i’m not really on the project anymore, why? *alarm begins blaring* astronaut: COME WITH ME TO THE ROCKET-SHIP, we don’t have ti-
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: yeah. moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *loading a pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop. see you tomorrow. maybe. nasa employee: WHAT?!
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *sighs, rubs hands over face, and loads pistol, before getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop. and, uh…you should call your mother like you’ve been meaning to. and tell her you’re not actually mad and that you will come to dinner tonight. you’re gonna be hungry. nasa employee: wait, what? WHAT?? how do you know my mom?! why am i gonna be - *alarm begins blaring*
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? astronaut: *grabbing two pistols, an extra box of ammo, a pair of scissors, some duct tape, a space harpoon, and a booklet of operating instructions that says “AIRLOCK MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS,” starting to get back on the rocket-ship, but dropping everything with a horrendous clatter* FUCK! goddamn moon’s stuck in a time loop. *alarm begins blaring*
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back early astronaut: moon's stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: what? also, hey, where’d you get that duffel bag? astronaut: *grabbing two pistols, an extra box of ammo, a pair of scissors, some duct tape, a space harpoon, and a booklet of operating instructions that says “AIRLOCK MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS,” shoving them into the bag, and getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop.
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back earl- astronaut: *grabs nasa employee and kisses them passionately* nasa employee: what? WHAT?! astronaut: *loading a single pistol and getting back on the rocket-ship* moon’s stuck in a time loop, sweetheart. nasa employee: what?!? astronaut: a time loop!!! i love you!!! get out of the base!!! stay alive!!! nasa employee: *presses fingers to lips, confused but intrigued, as alarm begins blaring*
nasa employee:…. nasa employee:… nasa employee: ho hum what a regular day at the office *alarm begins blaring* nasa employee: what the hell is that?!
nasa employee: oh hey u guys are back earl- astronaut: *grabs nasa employee and kisses them passionately* nasa employee: what? what?! WHAT!?!? also, hey, where’d you get that duffel bag? astronaut: *grabbing two pistols, an extra box of ammo, a pair of scissors, some duct tape, a space harpoon, and a booklet of operating instructions that says “AIRLOCK MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS,” shoving them into the bag, then cupping nasa employee’s cheek with free hand* moon’s stuck in a time loop. nasa employee: the moon’s stuck in a what?! astronaut: a time loop, sweetheart, but we don’t have much time ourselves, so you have to listen to me RIGHT now nasa employee: *faintly* …“sweetheart”?! astronaut: in 2 minutes and a few seconds, you need to go into the break-room and find frank. nasa employee: wait, frank from IT? astronaut: yes. nasa employee: how do you know he’s gonna be in the break-room? i can’t just call him at his desk right now? astronaut: how do i know this?! because, one, time loop, ok? and…also…because…heismaybetheguywhohasbeenstealingyourlunchfortwoweeks nasa employee: that BASTARD i KNEW it astronaut: BUT THAT’S NOT WHAT’S IMPORTANT RIGHT NOW. hey! listen to me! go in there, catch him red-handed with your burrito, and tell him lunch is on you FOREVER if he goes RIGHT NOW and checks the last security patch - because there’s a virus and the whole system’s compromised. then you need to get the hell out of this base, ok? nasa employee: …ok. ok. and…and what about you? astronaut: *cocking pistol and getting back into rocket-ship with duffel bag* me? i’m gonna shoot for the moon.
EPILOGUE:
nasa employee: so, how many loops in total? astronaut: i mean, it was hard to keep track. somewhere around six months, if i had to guess. nasa employee: damn. astronaut: yeah. nasa employee: and in those six MONTHS, the best zinger you came up with was “shoot for the moon”? astronaut: hey, you know what, i had some other stuff on my mind! nasa employee: i mean, i guess. it sounded like you found time to flirt with me each time. astronaut: yeah, like i said. other stuff on my mind. *they look at each other, blush, and look away* astronaut: sooooooo. you’re sure your mom is cool with me coming over for dinner? nasa employee: can’t make the day any weirder. plus, i owe you for ratting out frank, right? astronaut: he did help us save the world; we can’t be too mad at him. nasa employee: you’ve had a little while to get over it, i might need some more time. and it wasn’t even your food! astronaut: ok, that’s fair. what if i buy you lunch to make up for it? nasa employee: hmm, when? astronaut: tomorrow? nasa employee: well, i’ll have left overs from my mom, and you might too if you play your cards right. day after tomorrow? astronaut: honestly, anytime is good for me.
*FADE TO BLACK*
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