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@pine-dexter || continued from here

"Wellll...not really? Just...trying to figure out who you remind me of." Astra admitted quietly, picking at her sleeves. "You're the first human creature I ever came across while I'm here, just trying to survive after that whole...portal thing." She shrugged softly.

"Well, the name's Astra! What's your name, mister?" She introduced herself then asking a question afterwards.

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@cartoonslackers sent: "Hm! Would you rather have the ability to summon a kitten army at will, or the power to shoot hamsters from your knuckles?" ((from Cuphead))

would you rather questions (accepting)

"Summon a kitten army at will!" Astra exclaimed rather excitedly with an excited smile. "I'd love to unleash the chaotic kittens on others!"

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"I'M NOT SURE I CAN TRUST YOU" PROMPTS *  assorted dialogue, adjust as necessary

you remember the last time we did this. it didn't go well.

i told myself i'd never trust you again.

you're not very good at keeping promises, are you?

i thought we agreed to work together.

you're the reason i'm in this mess in the first place.

the last time i listened to you, it nearly got me killed.

i guess i don't have a choice.

you're my last hope.

this isn't going to end well.

i stuck out my neck for you once, and look what happened.

you could have told me the truth from the start.

you're a pretty slimy character.

you don't exactly exude trustworthiness.

i can't believe i'm listening to you again.

after everything that happened, i can't look at you the same.

you betrayed me.

how am i supposed to trust you again?

i put everything on the line for you, and you betrayed me.

i'm not taking orders from you.

how do i know you won't stab me in the back?

i promise you, it won't happen again.

you don't have a good track record of keeping promises.

that was bullshit, and you know it.

this time, you can trust me.

they told me what happened last time.

i won't make the same mistakes they did.

keep telling yourself that.

every time i trust you, it comes back to bite me in the ass.

that was the worst lie i've ever heard.

you're a shit liar.

you're not getting anything from me.

i'm not risking my life to save you, that's for sure.

you're talking out of your ass.

i don't believe a word you're saying.

you're full of bullshit.

that was the biggest lie you ever told.

and to think, i trusted you once.

i'm such an idiot for thinking i could trust you.

i'll never look at you the same again.

that was an awful trick.

did you mean to do that?

had i known what you were up to, i never would have agreed to this.

once again, you lied to my face.

they warned me not to trust you.

after all the things i've heard about you, i'm not sure where i stand.

you don't exactly have a very trustworthy face.

you look like a liar to me.

you won't hold up your end of the bargain. you never do.

why did you trick me?

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Send my muse(s) some "Would You Rather" questions!

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Astra grinned even more brightly, imagining a pug with poison breath or electricity paws inside her head. "A pug with electricity paws, imagine the possibility of the electricity being over a thousand volts or even more!" She laughed softly, giving a small nod afterwards. She then hopped into the bizarre tear after Bill.

"Woah..." She looked around her surroundings, pretty surprised by the scenery and everything. "Huh, this is quite...neat?"

"Once it becomes more well-behaved, I might be willing to give it something cool such as poison breath or electricity paws! We'll just have to wait and see!" He'll probably allow the original's mind to remain for a bit, good agony and all that, before fully replacing it with a simple pug's mind.

Soon enough they arrive at the bizarre tear that led to that unique dimension. "Let me go in first just to make sure nothing's on the other side waiting, Astra!" Plok. In he goes without waiting for a response. A few seconds later a hand comes back out and gives a thumbs up. She's good to hop in!

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Even if you’re not writing together right now…let your RP mutuals know that you see them and appreciate them. Liking a HC or OOC post takes zero effort…but it can greatly uplift your partner’s experience on the dash to see their friends and partners taking an interest. It takes next to no time to pick out a meme option to drop into a your partner’s inbox, but will surely make them happy and may kindle unexpected interactions between your muses.

Little gestures sustain the hobby by making folks feel wanted and appreciated. And people who show frequent, small kindnesses to their mutuals will usually see it returned to them in equal measure.

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"Astra. Name's Astra." Astra answered rather quickly, being wary of Dipper. "I remember having a family but sometimes I forget their names." She admitted softly, shrugging for a bit. How did she get into Dipper's dimension? "Er...I saw a door and I just happened to go through it." She explained, raising an eyebrow.

"How are you going to help me?" Astra then questioned Dipper, her shoulders slowly relaxing.

"I know. Mab--I mean, whatever your name is, um..." Boy, this is awkward. Really awkward. Dipper is sweating.

"I know I'm not actually your sibling, but that doesn't mean I'm not CURIOUS about you. Maybe I can help." His tone softens, the suspicion starting to dissolve.

"Traveling to other DIMENSIONS, huh? Must be tough," Dipper sympathized. "So, you remember having a family, right? You just admitted that. So there's still HOPE. How did you get into my world? Er, I mean, my dimension? Maybe that could give us some clues."

Dipper dares to place a comforting hand on her shoulder. "And what should I call you?"

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Emotional Manipulation Starters

Trigger warnings apply. Requested by anon. (Disclaimer: not all of these sentences are manipulative in a different context, and some can be used jokingly as well.)

“If you really cared about me, you’d do what I’m asking.” “Don’t you trust me?” “I wish I never met you, honestly.” “You’re the reason I’m upset.” “It’s all your fault.” “I guess you just don’t love me enough.” “You have to keep it a secret. I’ll find out if you tell anyone.” “Whatever. It’s not like I care.” “I could just leave, you know.” “Do you like them more than me?” “Who have you been talking to?” “I would do anything to make you happy, I just want you to do the same for me.” “You have to tell me. Not telling me is just as bad as lying.” “It would be so easy for me to find someone else.” “If you loved me, you’d tell me.” “It’s like you don’t even care about me.” “One day I’ll be dead and you’ll regret not being there when I needed it.” “Nobody really cares about me, not even you.” “No one will ever love you the way I do.” “If you leave me, I don’t want to even think about what I’ll do.” “I’ll just tell everyone you were abusing me.” “You have to. You owe me.” “I’ve made sacrifices for you, now you have to do the same.” “I’ll never forgive you.” “No, it’s fine. Just do whatever you want, I guess.” “Am I upset? Why, should I be?” “If you don’t come over tonight, I’m going to hurt myself.” “I never said that. You’re trying to confuse me.” “I think you hate me.” “I would do anything for you, so why wouldn’t you do the same?” “If you don’t do this, it’s because you don’t love me.” “You were there for them, but not me?” “Yes, if you love me, you would change for me.” “I’m wasting my time with you.” “Well, I guess I’m just useless, aren’t I?” “I know you didn’t say it, but you were thinking it.” “You hate me. I know you do.” “You can’t convince me I’m not just a burden to you.”

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She lets out a loud enthusiastic gasp. "Pugs! Yes!" Astra definitely agreed with that notion, being right by Bill. "A pug as a pet, that sounds really awesome!" She exclaimed brightly. For now, she would have to slowly trust Bill as time goes on. She doesn't realize the risks of being around Bill.

"I love it! Animals it is, then! We'll turn them into cute little pugs! Ha ha ha! Maybe you'll even decide to keep one of them as a pet! A pretty fitting fate I would say!" And off he goes with Astra. He would've done much worse and more painful than that but for now he'll need to build trust with her. That means letting her ideas take charge.

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@cartoonslackers || continued from here

"...you're my other sibling but not actually my sibling." Astra made the connection, a soft wary frown plastering across her face. She took a few steps back out of caution, crossing her arms. "Traveling to other dimensions, I can't find my way back to my home, my-...the family I had." She explained warily, raising an eyebrow.

The longer Astra looks at her "brother", she can see a resemblance between them. It made her feel nauseous and yet a bit agitated but she buried those feelings deep down. "I've been on my own for quite a while, I trusted somebody, my great-uncle...I think. I ended up getting sucked into the portal." She muttered out quietly, keeping her arms crossed.

"You look...familiar but even though I know you're not my actual sibling."

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Terrible First Meeting Starters

For breaking the ice in the worst possible way, featuring themes including: kidnapping, murder, stalking, injury, monsters, and just general meanness. [Brackets] indicate spaces to include your own words to personalize your ask!

“Wh-who are you? Where are we? Why are we tied up together?!” “You almost killed me, so no, it’s not nice to meet you.” “Oh my god, are you okay? Should I call an ambulance?” “I wondered when you were going to wake up. You almost didn’t survive.” “Get out of my way before I move you myself.” “Please, let me out of here!” “You’re staring like you’ve never seen a [monster/vampire/demon/etc] before.” “Hey. Pretend you were waiting for me. You’re being followed.” “You don’t know me, but something terrible is going to happen.” “You’re in the wrong place at the wrong time.” “Please, someone help!” “You shouldn’t be out here all by yourself this late at night.” “Stop shining that flashlight on me! I’m not a damn ghost!” “I’m sorry if I hurt you.” “Shh, don’t scream! I’m not trying to attack you!” “I’ve never seen anything like you before.” “Stand right there and don’t get any closer!” “Now that you’ve seen this, I can’t let you leave and just tell anyone.” “Ugh, my head. What happened to us?” “Is there a reason you’ve been following me for an hour?” “If you come near me, I will scream at the top of my lungs.” “Holy shit. What have you done?!” “Is that blood? Is that YOUR blood?” “Don’t panic, I can explain!” “I promise you, this isn’t what it looks like.” “I won’t hurt you if you just keep your mouth shut.” “Who are you? Where are you taking me?!” “This is for your own safety. I’ll explain later.” “What the hell was that thing back there?!” “There’s something wrong with me. I need your help!” “Please, someone, there’s been an emergency!” “You can’t leave. You’re a witness and now you’ve involved.” “I’m being hunted, and now they’ve seen you too.” “If you believe in any god, I suggest praying to them now.” “Shh! Hide here, and don’t move a muscle.” “Can I walk with you? I think I’m being followed.” “I’m so sorry. I don’t like tricking people, but I had to lure you here.” “Fuck off, this is private property!” “I’ve seen some weird shit, but you’re something else.” “Oh my god. Are you a [monster/demon/angel/etc]?” “Don’t look at me like that, with those eyes.” “That isn’t your blood. What did you do?” “I promise not to tell anyone, just let me go!” “Come with me. I want to show you something.” “You’re not going to eat me, are you?” “You should never have approached me. You don’t know who you’re dealing with.” “Go away, I’m not looking for a conversation.” “You don’t just follow people to their homes! I’m calling the police.” “Please, I’ll do anything, just untie me!” “I’m sorry if I scared you.” “I had to tie you up. You didn’t leave me any other choice.” “I don’t even know you. What do you mean, I ‘have’ to go with you?” “We almost died back there. Maybe we should introduce ourselves.” “Let go of me!” “I’m hurt. Please, I need you to call an ambulance for me.” “You have to come with me, something bad is about to happen!” “I’m not leaving until you tell me why you’ve been following me!” “Seeing as we may not survive, I should tell you my name. It’s [name].”

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"Something's coming." Astra hid behind a structure to stay out of sight, looking over to the stranger while gesturing for the stranger to hide too as well. "You better hide too as well! We don't want any unattracted attention." She whispered with a stern tone.

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Astra laughed awkwardly, processing the possibility of the pudding dimension and the pudding people. "Hmm...I know, give them kitty paws or turn them into animals!" She exclaimed brightly, clasping her hands together. "What do you think of that, Bill?"

"Oh ho ho! Looks like that way is the gateway to the pudding dimension! Everything's made out of various flavors of pudding there!" That one was a fun one to mess around with from time to time.

"If our little friends went that way then they'll be insanely easy to spot out! That is if the pudding people there haven't already gotten to them since non-pudding folk utterly terrify them! Let's go, partner! Got any ideas on what you want to do with them once we get there?"

He'll have to reign himself in for a while, letting Astra take control of the situation. That way she'll slowly start to trust him more.

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Ask my character "How do you feel about ______?" Can be an idea, person(s), place, or thing, and they'll have to answer honestly.

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Astra was not expecting a protective Bill on her today's list but she didn't mind it at all. "Uhmm...actually, I think I do!" She finally remembered, pointing in the direction of where they went. "They went down there a while back. I think down that way is the...doors to different dimensions." She explained awkwardly, looking at the bizarre scroll. She read the scroll, her eyes showing genuine surprise. "Full member of the Nightmare Realm, sounds awesome...and acting against me is a punishable crime?" She tilts her head in confusion at that second part.

"...well, they deserve it." Astra casually spoke, shrugging. "They messed with the wrong girl anyway, I have a dream demon as a partner by my side!"

And so...it was sealed. That was too easy! He hadn't even planned on making any deals today and yet here he was! Oh, he was going to have fun with this! Perhaps over time he can twist and turn Astra into a lovely little henchmaniac; one that did whatever she wanted no matter the useless moral thoughts that came with it.

"Oh? Is that so? Those guys are a total bummer! They're all a bunch of losers who want their petty little revenge on me! For shame on them, targeting someone not even involved with me! Well, I suppose now you are!" The dream demon finger guns in her general direction before traveling to Astra's side.

"Say, you wouldn't happen to know where they're located at would you? I think we could pay them a little visit and teach them a lesson for messing with my new partner! That's going to be a big no-no here now!" Bill snaps his fingers and some bizarre scroll pops up. At the very bottom lines write themselves detailing how Astra is now a full member of the Nightmare Realm and acting against her is a punishable crime.

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Astra seemed to trust Bill now for the time being as she reached out to seal the deal. Her hand grasped Bill's hand which is currently all blue flamey. "You're...actually the first one to really talk to me other than all the other people I came across while being here. They usually try to attack me, hurt me, lock me up, and so much more but I got past them."

"It sounds like a deal, I have a friend!" Astra exclaims brightly, seeming grateful. Bill's not so bad, actually. "I'm glad you-...I'm glad you found me."

"I may be a trillion year old dream demon who invades minds but that doesn't mean I can't be a little kind here and there! Besides, this takes me back to the first time I encountered the Nightmare Realm myself! It certainly wasn't an easy adjustment let me tell you that! What kind of a king would I be if I didn't help out the subjects of my realm?"

The demon laughed at the notion. "Bill is fine! I was just cracking a joke!" Though he does raise a non-existent brow at the name. Astra? Hmm! How nice! "Goodbye then Shooting Star and hello Astra! Why don't we make it official then?" His hand held out as blue flames emerged.

"Whenever you need a place to stay, the Nightmare Realm will be your gateway! With me by your side there will be no reason to hide!"