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Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

I'm gonna wait for a few more posts (I'll definitely get one out on Saturday if possible), then I'll make mine.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

Sorry for not posting much, I've been busy and will hopefully be able to post more regularly by next week.

@He Who Walks Behind

Isabella is getting those nudes one way or another.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

I've been sort of lagging behind. I'll try to get something up soon, sorry about the wait. My muse for writing is all over the place.

@Prosaic

turn off the lagswitch, scrub

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

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^@Ciaran
The Reid Farmhouse - Mason Square.

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The bugs drifted away as Sharon calmed down, and Lynette let out a sigh of relief. Personally, she wasn't going to take sides here because, personally, both sides were right and wrong. It was too complicated to explain, but all Lynette had to worry about was the school. She did want to go, but if she was picking up on Billy's drift, she had a feeling it was a trap. If it was up to Lynette, she would want Sharon to come with in the event she was walking them straight into a trap - but she really had a feeling that the girl just wanted to get rid of them.

Sharon let out a deep breath... and innately scolded herself for losing her temper so vividly. In front of so many good people. She could only shake her head. Billy held the center of her attention as she raised her head. "That's the thing, I don't want to go. I don't want to even think about that place..." Sharon trailed off as she looked to the side.

"But, that's too much to expect of us," Lynette chimed in, "I know it may be hard for you, but you're not giving us a lot to work with. You're making it hard to trust your word alone."

Sharon sighed.

"... Okay, I'll go with," Sharon just resigned as she shook her head. "But, I want the whole group to go, and afterwards... I'll still want my answer." she stated.

"Okay, that's what I think the group wanted to hear." Lynette stated, before Sharon nodded her head. Hopefully, they'd have a valuable member of their group on their hands.

...

Hopefully.

Sharon got up, and said, "Yeah, Hillview High is just a stone's throw." She awkwardly grabbed her other arm. "... and could one of you tell that girl I'm sorry about that. I just... anger fast."

Britney knew the whole story, and it was more than just getting angry. But, Britney had more respect for Sharon than that, so she'd stay quiet. "I'll tell the others our next course of action."

"... You better be not be sendin' us on a wild goose chase, Reid," Claire dryly, and flatly noted. "Or you're going have to answer to me."

"I have no reason t-"

"To get us the hell outta your house." Claire smirked.

"I have no reason to - other than that - but trust me, you don't want nothing to do with the so-called Guardian of this town," Sharon stated as she looked out the window, as the last remaining bits of sunlight gracefully left the fields.

"... and after this, you'll know exactly why."

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5:00 PM.

The Williams Estate - Blacksmith Square.

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The Williams Estate was as lavish as one would expect from such a family. A mere three story house with a regal staircase leading up to it with huge pillars on each side of the door. A balcony above the porch with a huge view of the neighboring houses. It had a red triangle shaped roof with windows, and was made out of red bricking. The perimeter of the household was lined with easily a thirteen foot brick wall, with spikes on top of it to deter any break ins.

Britney herself was standing on the balcony, overlooking the town. Leaning on the railing, having a little drink of wine that she snuck out of her father's supply. She held it in a little wine glass, and she held it up to her lips and sucked up a sip.

"Britney," A voice spoke from behind her, and Britney looked over her shoulder to see a familiar face. A girl who was most certainly racially ambiguous. She had the face of a south Indian woman, but the skin-tone and hair of an African-American woman. She was much shorter than Britney, at around the height of an average adult female. The girl had on glasses, and jeans, and a simple t-shirt. "Amethyst would like to have a word with you."

Britney sighed as she knew what was coming next. She rolled her eyes as she stood straight up, shaking her head. She walked past the girl, and stepped back inside. The room was like a study. With various chairs and sofas arranged, and many bookcases lining the walls. In one of the chairs, there was a figure wearing a massive purple robe, but she had the hood down. Revealing her rounded facial features, and her blonde-hair cut very short in a form of a pixie cut. She had a dominant, authoritative aura around her... like she was a queen on a throne. But, here she was, sitting in her study. Merely lounging in the chair, Britney sat on the chair across from her so that there was only a table separating the two.

"So, Ms. Williams," The robed woman said, "How are your assignments going? Have you identified the Awakened, yet?"

Britney avoided meeting the woman's gaze as she took another sip, "Well, I'm still looking, it's hard with Reese taking them all out." She shook her head.

"Oh?" The woman said in a feigned, fake-curiosity. "Then who is that group you've been trotting around with? The same group that Goro, and the Obott twins have spotted you gathering." She asked, and Britney was shocked, nearly spitting out the wine through her nose.

"You know, Ms. Williams..." The woman trailed off, crossing her legs, "You are a servant to the League, and to the League alone. Lying to them on such a matter could mean the untimely demise of you and your family."

"And I doubt they'd approve of your plans either, Amethyst..." Britney groaned, before she sunk back into her chair. "Yes... I have identified the Awakened of the town. Most of them. There's probably a loooot more out there..." She slunk her head back.

"Give me the word, and I'll have the Watchers wipe them out," Amethyst casually said. So casually that Britney was disturbed.

"No!" Britney shouted. "Some of them are friends I've known for years!"

Amethyst shrugged.

"... So?" She casually said again, "They're friends. Your real allegiance is to your family. And your family's allegiance is to the League. Friends come and go."

"You keep saying that..." Britney groaned. "It's hard to really give a damn about what the League wants."

"This is exactly what I warned your father..." Amethyst trailed off, "You spent too much time with the people of Shimmer. Talking to them. Developing a philosophy that is... troublesome."

"Well, that's just how it is," Britney trailed off. "But, in any case, I still completed your first objective: I've identified the Awakened. Not only that, I've got them in a little group, and we're going to figure out who killed John Reid."

"Two things," Amethyst said, "First, we don't need an army of them, we need one, powerful, agent that is eternally loyal to the League. And since John is dead, you're next in line..."

"And I don't care," Britney said, "They're not without their flaws, but they're still people. I won't just kill them because you think it's the best course of action. I know the League is all about the greater good, and that needs of the many bullshit - well, it's easy to say that stupid shit when you're not the one making the sacrifice."

"... That brings me to the other point," Amethyst said, "Goro brought up a few good points about the murder of John Reid."

"Like?"

"For starters, he was in the same area as you when he was killed, he was coming to meet you, you had the ability to easily create what he was murdered with, and... you voiced your concerns for our plan." Amethyst said in a sly tone.

Britney's eyes widened when she caught her drift. "There was no way I could have killed him!" Britney said, "He was the most powerful person in Farmer Hill - he would have killed me before I even got close."

"But, everyone makes mistakes, Ms. Williams..." Amethyst trailed off as she grinned, "A man as powerful as John was probably gotten cocky... too cocky for his own good."

At this point, the Indian-African girl walked in, and Amethyst looked Britney dead in the eye as she said.

"The League wants answers, and all ends point to you," Amethyst said, slyly, "If you don't find answers soon... well, there's not much I can do. So, whatever it is that you're doing, it better produce results."

Amethyst casually looked at her nails.

"You are dismissed. Go and get those results, puppy."

"Go to hell, Amethyst." Britney said as she stormed out of the room. The minute she left, she leaned up against the opposing wall and cupped her eyes with her hand.

What am I going to do?

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^{Reverence + Shock - Joy...}

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7:21 PM... First Encounter.

Hillview High - Mason Square.

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The sun had finally set on Farmer Hill, and complete darkness had overtaken the county. A full moon was the only source of light in the sky. The Support Group would rather that they turn in for the night, but Britney and Sharon both insisted that they check this place out. The Hillview Highschool was in a far from perfect condition. It was a four story location, with a pathway leading up to it lined with dead trees. All of the windows were boarded up, and there was a massive fence around it with various signs announcing that the place was condemned and slated for demolition. The high school was closed down for safety reasons. You see, everyone always gave a different reason why it was closed. Either it was because funding was cut, or because the building wasn't safe. Either way, here it was before them. Crumbling, and they were about to walk inside.

Justin was the first to approach, he leaned up against a dead tree with his arms crossed. Just staring at the place. He didn't have a good grasp on what was going on, but he was told that they were going to investigate this place. Oh well. He snapped his fingers and created a flame. "Hope you guys brought a flashlight."

"Oh, I did," Britney said, whom had a massive gym bag slung over her shoulder. She dropped it to the floor gently, before opening it and revealing a bunch of flashlights. "I brought them... just in case." Britney looked around the perimeter for a moment before stopping. If Goro and the League were watching her, they'd be far out of sight. So it was best to act natural. Various members of the group (including Kimberly and Lynette) stepped forward to grab some. Probably out of some necessity not to waste phone battery.

Though, Claire's eyes (and by that extent, Hagan's) was on Sharon, who had her eyes closed - saying something to herself. Taking deep breaths all the while. Which prompted Lynette to come and ask,

"... Sharon, are you okay?"

"I'm fine..." Sharon trailed off, "I just... need some time to prepare myself."

"For?" Hagan pondered. "What the fuck are we even lookin' at?" He had an eyebrow raised.

"Something awful," Sharon said, "Let's just... hurry up. I want to take a long nap."

"What kind of aw-" Hagan tried to ask, only to get nudged by Kimberly's elbow. He groaned for a moment, about to say something. Before he moved on.

Realizing there was little use mulling about. Claire took a step towards the chainlink fence and ripped it wide open. She turned her head, and looked back at the group. "I'm takin' point. If Reese sneaks us, I can take it." To which Britney nodded her head, before she was the first to walk in, followed by a few others, then Sharon. Which was what Claire was hoping for... there was something off about the girl, and would prefer if she was in a position where she can keep an eye on her.

The group walked up the stairs, to the front door of the highschool which was broken open (recently, if Justin was to observe). They immediately all turned on their lights, and shined it on the wall ahead of them. And it was definitely something to cause alarm. It was graffiti, but unlike the graffiti that Claire was used to during her tagging sessions with... it seemed more...

... Obsessive.

HE WILL REDEEM US

SAVE US

I WANT TO FEEL YOUR GLOW, I WANT TO FEEL YOUR WARMTH

All written around a crude sun-like symbol on the wall. With several long tendrils extruding from it. It took up the entire wall, and stretched onwards until it reached the wall. Whoever made all of this, was here for a long time.

"... Okay." Claire said.

Kimberly merely snapped a photo while the group had their lights shined on it.

"What's all this mean? Seems like some cult logic shit."

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

Would anyone mind if I just advance the story to the next part? I think we're just stagnating a bit here, and I wanna get to the cool stuff. Unless somebody has something meaningful to add.

Also, the next part's gonna be preeeeeetty dark. If I be a tool use Tvtropes terms, it'd be the Wham Episode. So, yeah, the story's gonna be taking a major turn after this point.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

I updated Sharon's character sheet because she'll be playing a huge part in the storyline.

Sharon Reid

[20 | Sharon Emily Reid | Female]

Description:
Sharon is the sole daughter of John Reid, and the last family member they had left after her mother inexplicably disappeared. She takes a lot after her father as she quite the tomboy with her red hair in a low-cut pony-tail, and usually wears overalls of some kind. She's thin, but a little curvy, and has earned the attention of a few boys due to her looks. Sharon isn't exactly all that well-known, or liked. She's relatively reclusive, and has a rather nasty reputation for strange, and rather upsetting mood swings. She's known for blowing her gaset at even the slightest upsetting thing, and thus, doesn't have too many friends. However, despite this, she's still a very caring and compassionate person, that wants the best for everyone. Though, she possesses a variety of secrets of her own.

Extra-Normal Ability:
Sharon has the ability to overpower and control all Arthropods within a few miles of her. Essentially enthralling her so that they listen to every command she makes. She's capable of controlling an insane amount of Arthropods at a time, so she could literally control a swarm.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

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^@Ciaran
The Reid Farmhouse - Mason Square.

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The whole time Paige was talking, Britney was gesturing with her hand crooked, quickly waving it back and forth in front of her neck. Her eyes wide, and worried the whole time. Britney knew a few things about Sharon... and knew good and well that she wasn't going to take too kindly to this. At all.

And Sharon didn't disappoint when her face twisted up and she hopped into Paige's face.

"How you think we should do this?" Sharon parroted the words. She jammed a finger into her chest, and dug it in deep. "You people broke into my home, go through my possessions, and then you're acting like I owe you something?! News flash, whoever-you-are, you're still trespassing in my house. None of you were invited here, and you're all welcome to leave." She pushed forward, her eyes wide and brimming with a white-hot rage. Those same eyes were poking right into Paige's soul with how intense and... strangely violent, her demeanor was blaring with rage. Which was a strange juxtaposition since she was mellow a few minutes ago.

"And yet, I'm still not only courteous enough to not call the sheriffs on you all, I even offer to help you with whatever the fuck is even going on!" Sharon continued to rant on, to the bewilderment of the group. "I'm sorry about what happened here - what happened to your friend - but there was nothing I could do!"

Claire raised an eyebrow, and had to fight really hard not to crack a smirk. Hate to undersell you, my silver haired friend, but I find it hard to argue with her...

"Fact of the matter is: I don't fucking have the answers!"

Sharon was breathing loudly, and at this point, Lynette noticed a few insects floating around. She looked towards the doors and saw them coming towards the group. Her eyes immediately widened.

"So, I don't care what Scott Reese is doing; don't come at me, accusing me of being a murderer because all I did was drive back to my home," There was a brief pause as Sharon caught her breath. Before letting out one final line, "You want to know how I think we should do this?! You will turn your crippled ass around on your heel and get the hell out of my house!" She screamed at Paige in a very disconcerting manner, and slammed her fists onto the sides of the sofa.

At this point, the few insects that she had summoned had gone crazy. They started buzzing again as they moved in.

Okay, okay, it's time to stop this. Lynette thought to herself as she looked around the group. She pointed at Paige, then the door. Telling her to leave wasn't exactly the nicest thing she could do, but if Sharon was freaking out because of her, the best thing they could do was remove Paige.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

Ooooooooooooooooh Sharon's going to get pissed off now.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

I'm gonna wait for a few more posts, unless everyone wants me to move to the next stage rn now.

Vivid Recollections: Into the World Unknown (Season 1 COMPLETE)

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^{@Mike73@Atrophy}
The Reid Farmhouse - Mason Square.

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Immediately, Sharon scrunched up her nose the very minute the girl with the curly started talking dumb.

"... You broke into my house and not even going to give me your name?" Sharon loudly snorted at the nerve of the girl, but let it slide. From what she was saying, she wanted to find answers for the supernatural occurrences that were going on in town. Which was something that Sharon... had an idea about, but wasn't all that interested in sharing that secret. She avoided eye contact during the whole duration of this numbskull talking. And seemed more annoyed than anything. If only you knew the whole story. Sharon thought to herself. There was a question that Sharon had for Jazmine...

"What did the universe tell you to come here?" Sharon sarcastically said... only for Britney and a few others to awkwardly shift around. And Claire coughed. Before she asked a more serious question, "If you're looking for answers then, well, what's the question then?"

The blonde-haired girl answered her question, and immediately Sharon looked repulsed upon hearing her father's name. Sharon was just about to tell her the whole story, just to see the look on her face... but the last thing she wanted to do was draw that kind of attention to herself. Especially to a bunch of strangers.

"He told me a lot, actually..." Sharon briefly glanced over at Britney, before turning her attention back to Penny. "He told me tales about how he kept Farmer Hill safe from all the monsters that lurked in the shadows. How he took the abhorrent Awakened out of the picture...." She trailed off for a second, before she added on.

"... But it's all a lie. The so-called 'Guardian' was built on the bodies of innocent men and women," Sharon trailed off, "You don't want nothing to do with him. Or his plan for you all."

Briefly, Claire thought about the photographs. Is she saying...? Claire thought to herself. Oh boy. This probably just got a lot more complicated. Still. "Regardless of what he was built on," Claire said as she took a step forward, "He knows about what the fuck is going on right now, and how to stop it, and that's all we need to know." She narrowed her eyes at Sharon as she cut the girl off.

"... And I get the feeling you know what's going, too."

"A lot of people in Farmer Hill do, actually," Sharon said with a cutting grin. Oh so casually brushing Claire off. Briefly smiling at Britney, before she turned her head to Penny, "I get the feeling you don't really get it... but, I want you all to see something. Just one little thing." She pointed at a random painting that was on the wall of a farmhouse.

"One of you, grab that for me." One member of the group grabbed it for her, and Sharon took out the back of the frame to reveal... a key. "He never mentioned a diary, but you'd get all your answers and more if you go to Hillview Highschool. You know, the abandoned school that's a stone's throw away from here. Go to room 108, and take a nice hard look inside... and then come right back here and tell me if you want anything to do with my father."

She dangled the key out for them to reach.

"You're not even going to show us?" Lynette asked.

"I saw it once, I don't want to make it twice," Sharon said, "If the answer is yes..."

Sharon smiled, "... I'll tell you everything."

Claire awkwardly took the key, then looked among the group for their suggestions.