shamingshane

[shamingshane]

You and the Sam Blog still good? (just know things have been static for a minute)

Oh yeh! We're good, we're both just very distracted lately. We're still very open. :)

[shamingshane]

are you @oopsallshane?

OOC: I am, yeah! :) That is my alt account for rambling how I feel towards how Stardew is written rather poorly in my perspective and it's mostly regarding Shane. I have a post in the works at the moment before I'll post more on there. But yes, that's me!

[shamingshane]

Shane is on the ace (possibly aroace) spectrum! that makes me happy! demi Shane ftw!! 🎊🎊

He has no interest in labeling himself, but he won't call himself straight either. But by definition of how I write him, I'd consider him demisexual <3

[shamingshane]

Shaaaaaaane! Have you ever talked to Pam before?

"Uh..."

Shane flattened his mouth. "Yeah, we talked before. Not much, only a couple times..." He tenses his shoulders. "She uh, she doesn't drink the same way I do though... The times we talked, our vibes weren't exactly matched. We were both drunk, and she and I sort of had... deep talks I wasn't comfortable with but didn't realize until it was in too deep."

"I have nothing against her. She's got her own life... I just hope by the time Jas' Penny's age, I've put this habit behind me... I don't want to grow older this way."

[shamingshane]

Shane decides to call out for Gus but doesn't hear a response. He eyes the Mullner's porch, as well as Mayor Lewis' house and Pam's. Everyone's doors seem to be wide opened and abandoned. What the fuck?

He decides to be bold and just walk into the Saloon, but when he eyes around everything looks untouched. Other than a lurching noise behind the counter... Before he can call a name again, the slime in question hops onto the table. It isn't very big, but it makes Shane jump backwards. He decides the best method is to just take off his jacket and throw it over the slime. He manages to scoop it without it touching his skin, but he isn't sure what this would do. It was an impulse... "Sam, head to Joja's, see if everyone met up there to see what's going on--" He's clearly struggling to keep this thing still. "I have a feelings the slimes are what's up with our sudden "desperate" need at work."

The letter reads: Dear fellow employees! Due to a recent incident, all employees are under mandatory instructions to help out at the local Joja-Mart every day of the week from 8 am to 10 pm! This will continue for as long as necessary - no disclosed information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! See you bright and early! ~ Morris

\\ @spikes-n-studies (continuing off of this)

Shane presents the letter the Sam, letting him read it for himself. He sort of stands there in disbelief, unsure how to react or respond. But he clearly looks devastated. Puzzled, deflated, there's some anger in there - but most of it is pure, masked depression.

He takes a moment to stand off to the side as Sam reads, brooding a bit as he stares at the river in front of Jodi's house.

[shamingshane]

I love how similar your blogs are, really shares your chemistry as friends already. I also like your different art styles <33

OOC: @spikes-n-studies was absolutely dragged here by me, I am a poor influence. But thank you!! I'm still learning how to draw Sam and Penny (this is my first time drawing her actually) - so have this pic as a response!

[shamingshane]

"No clue, but I wouldn't be surprised if they were rummaging around terraforming again..." What they'd need to terraform for, who knows... Joja seems to do whatever it likes, wherever it goes.

His thoughts trail off as hears Alex's dog barking. Poor guy is old, so the barks aren't very strong. And no one in town has said anything about this occuring? Dusty usually just... lays there. Why would he be barking like that?

He stops and notices how empty the town looks from here, scanning to spot where the dog may be fussing but noting the door to the Saloon is wide open. There's a suspicious slime trail up the stairs...

He gives Sam a pat, still facing forward, signalling Sam to just get behind him while they walk forward together cautiously.

The letter reads: Dear fellow employees! Due to a recent incident, all employees are under mandatory instructions to help out at the local Joja-Mart every day of the week from 8 am to 10 pm! This will continue for as long as necessary - no disclosed information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! See you bright and early! ~ Morris

\\ @spikes-n-studies (continuing off of this)

Shane presents the letter the Sam, letting him read it for himself. He sort of stands there in disbelief, unsure how to react or respond. But he clearly looks devastated. Puzzled, deflated, there's some anger in there - but most of it is pure, masked depression.

He takes a moment to stand off to the side as Sam reads, brooding a bit as he stares at the river in front of Jodi's house.

[shamingshane]

Shane nods. "Maybe there we can plot about what to do."

They both sauntered together towards the Saloon, it was about midday by now so it's not exactly like anyone else would be there. Gus wouldn't mind people stopping by for something quick, and it makes chatting privately a whole lot easier.

The letter reads: Dear fellow employees! Due to a recent incident, all employees are under mandatory instructions to help out at the local Joja-Mart every day of the week from 8 am to 10 pm! This will continue for as long as necessary - no disclosed information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! See you bright and early! ~ Morris

\\ @spikes-n-studies (continuing off of this)

Shane presents the letter the Sam, letting him read it for himself. He sort of stands there in disbelief, unsure how to react or respond. But he clearly looks devastated. Puzzled, deflated, there's some anger in there - but most of it is pure, masked depression.

He takes a moment to stand off to the side as Sam reads, brooding a bit as he stares at the river in front of Jodi's house.

[shamingshane]

. . . Shane continues to stare into the water. "I don't think anything at that damn place is as important as staying 14 hours a day every day for weeks..." You can't just not disclose important info. What was this all for? Why is it mandatory? Why is it 14 hours a day, even for part time? What's so bloody important to waste your life at a store too big for fucking town?! His face started to get more and more red, he was a flustered mess of emotions.

"...I need a drink. Maybe it'll help me think better."

The letter reads: Dear fellow employees! Due to a recent incident, all employees are under mandatory instructions to help out at the local Joja-Mart every day of the week from 8 am to 10 pm! This will continue for as long as necessary - no disclosed information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! See you bright and early! ~ Morris

\\ @spikes-n-studies (continuing off of this)

Shane presents the letter the Sam, letting him read it for himself. He sort of stands there in disbelief, unsure how to react or respond. But he clearly looks devastated. Puzzled, deflated, there's some anger in there - but most of it is pure, masked depression.

He takes a moment to stand off to the side as Sam reads, brooding a bit as he stares at the river in front of Jodi's house.

[shamingshane]

The letter reads: Dear fellow employees! Due to a recent incident, all employees are under mandatory instructions to help out at the local Joja-Mart every day of the week from 8 am to 10 pm! This will continue for as long as necessary - no disclosed information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! See you bright and early! ~ Morris

\\ @spikes-n-studies (continuing off of this)

Shane presents the letter the Sam, letting him read it for himself. He sort of stands there in disbelief, unsure how to react or respond. But he clearly looks devastated. Puzzled, deflated, there's some anger in there - but most of it is pure, masked depression.

He takes a moment to stand off to the side as Sam reads, brooding a bit as he stares at the river in front of Jodi's house.

[shamingshane]

"Yeah, it's... odd, I got a letter from Joja-Mart about employee nonsense and I..." He skims over it after he's opened the envelope. His expression is unreadable.

...?

Hey, Sam... have you also gotten a letter from Morris? -shamingshane

"...well, a 'hello, Sam,' would've been nicer than... whatever this is." Sam said, tiredly. "A letter from Morris? Not that I've seen. Why, have you gotten one?"

@shamingshane

[shamingshane]

There's a letter from Morris in your mailbox!

...?

The hell would he want...? He contemplates opening the letter. It's likely important. Maybe he should ask Sam if he's gotten one first.

[shamingshane]

:0 Who are those people in the photo, Shane?

"Oh, them? They're uh..." There's a beat. "Those are Jas's parents, around when I first met them in high school... Got more pictures somewhere..." He doesn't sound very enthusiastic to find them right away.

[shamingshane]

Has Sam ever thought of the concept of also going to war to you?

. . . "He's thrown the idea out there, but never in a serious manner..."

[shamingshane]

what did you look like as a teen? :3

Shane rummages and manages to find his photo. His hair was a bit unhinged and long back then. He's seen hanging out in the bleachers, at what is assumed to be a school gym. Maybe has something to do with his love of sports, given the scenery and the attire of friends. Someone had to have taken this photo, right? Not that Shane looks very amused by the idea of it - guess he's always had that resting face. But by the surroundings, regardless of his expression - this was clearly a simpler time for him for him to have a photo of it close by.

[shamingshane]

So, what's your full opinion on Sam? I know a previous anon kinda poked the bear about it a bit... but you seem to hold him in a decent regard at least!

He nervously wipes his mouth with his sleeve as he starts. "Sam's a buddy of mine." There's an awkward pause. "I know what it's like to miss someone. He's in a very uncertain situation, y'know? Assuming you know Sam..." He continues to gesture, regardless of the drink in his hand. He points off to nowhere. "Situation with his dad and all..." "He copes with it fairly well, or so he masks. He's got a band and stuff getting together, he's got ambitions ahead of em. Makes me happy for him." He plays with the rim of the can. "He's got a lot of energy, and it's a good thing to have in this town."

Shane thinks more, but it would be rather odd to air any more information he knows. But he certainly has his opinions. "I don't know how comfortable I am with labels or anything, exactly, but I do appreciate him."

[shamingshane]

So, can you give us any updates on your chickens? Special ones included!

Shane lights up a bit.

"Just recently, we had a bit of an outburst of new chicks! I guess Springtime got to em. But, that just means they'll be stronger!" "We just didn't plan to gather so many, but that's ok. I think one little fella likes me. I started calling her Charlie. Only 'cause I have to apologize for bumping into her so much."