Take My Hand!


Take My Hand moments happen whenever a character is about to fall off a cliff, into a Lava Pit, or out of a speeding car and another one tries to catch their hand.

First, it's not granted that their hands will reach at all.

Second, even if they do grasp hands the audience is kept wondering for several seconds if the rescuer will be able to pull the falling character up or if their hand will slip.

The whole act is typically accompanied by phrases like "Don't give up!" and "I'm not going to let you fall!", and occasionally a slow-motion shot of slipping fingers.



How to Play

  1. Choose your role: catcher or faller? (Do you even want to be caught?)

  2. State your preference: gen, shipping, whatever. Set a scene if you like!

  3. Tag around!





Shopping Montage!



A staple trope of romantic comedies, chick flicks and sitcoms. A woman (usually a mother or a mother figure) who wants to spend some Quality Time with her protégé (usually, her daughter) takes the protégé out on a shopping trip, usually to The Mall — buying dresses and makeup, getting their nails done together, etc.



How to Play

1. Ignore the dominant culture. Persons of all gender, age, and species can shop together!
2. Top level with your preferences.
3. Tag around!






The Spaghetti Kiss


A parody of a scene from Disney's animated film Lady and the Tramp, where the titular characters shared a plate of spaghetti. The two canine lovers, distracted by a romantic serenade, ended up chewing opposite ends of the same noodle and accidentally nibbled their way into a kiss. ...

The contact of mouths caused by chewing the same food item is what makes this trope, so the edible item can be almost anything. Hotdogs, waffles, noodles, as well as other types of long pasta like fettuccine and linguine will do, as long as two lovers can nibble on the same item from opposite ends. Works originating from Japan usually invoke the trope by using Pocky sticks.



How to Play

  1. Set the scene! What food will seal your characters' destiny? Beyond Pocky and spaghetti, we suggest for your consideration: popsicles, ice cream cones, french fries, licorice... OR, employ sister tropes Sweetheart Sipping and Indirect Kiss!

  2. State your preference: gen, shipping, whatever.

  3. Tag around!



the poolside meme

It's getting hot out there and the days are beginning to drag... you know what that means! It's time to grab your bathing suits and hit the pool!

Prompts within! )




the snack bar meme

Snack Bar — or Sunakku in Japanese — refers to small establishments that can be found in cities and rural areas alike, combining the atmosphere of a living room with that of an actual bar. The alcohol flows and small snacks are served in a setting that is much more intimate than your regular pub. With the mama-san (the main hostess) taking care of her customers and making sure everyone gets to relax and socialize, often until late at night, Snack Bar is an entire neighborhood culture that’s very unique to Japan.

Snack Bar: A Japanese Neighborhood Tradition



the old timey tavern and inn meme


It's been a long day, you're in need of a meal and a drink, and finally - at long last - your weary bones have found their way to Ye Olde Tavern and Inn. It's a one-stop shop for rest and refueling for tired travelers of all kinds, whether you're from this world or arrived here through strange magical means.

So call over a serving wench, get yourself a pint of frothy ale, and enjoy the live bard entertainment!



The Winter Festival Meme

Brrr! It may be (literally) freezing outside, but that doesn't mean you have to stay cooped up indoors. In fact, with the beauty of the fallen snow, the many holiday celebrations, and the myriad activities one can only do in cold weather... many might consider winter to be the most fun and romantic time of the year!


Prompts within! )


it's okay to cry
a hurt/comfort meme



Maybe a person is a Stepford Smiler. Maybe they were raised to think that Men Don't Cry. Or perhaps they're just afraid of showing weakness. For whatever reason, a person just refuses to cry when they clearly want to or calls themself weak for doing so. That's when someone tells them that there's nothing wrong with showing sadness or vulnerability.



[ Original Meme - NSFW ]






The Seed of an Idea

A PSL and Thread-seeking Meme!


When RPing, sometimes you have a problem. Maybe you have an idea, some inspiration that strikes you, but it's not fully formed. There's not enough here to make a proper post; or, perhaps, you don't have the place to do so or the person who may be interested in it.

Well, this meme is a chance to plant and nurture your little idea seedlings. This "idea" can be anything: a vague thread or PSL concept, a picture, a lyric, a list of options, or a full-fledged starter. The only requirement is that your comment contain something. Everything else will follow, and others will show their creativity from what you've posted.


RULES!

🌱 Comment with your character and your preferences.
🌱 Comments MUST pitch an idea of some kind. Blank comments will be deleted.
🌱 Reply to others, using what they've provided to build on the scene.

COPY/PASTE!


[ Original Meme - NSFW ]



the space bar meme


It's a bar... in SPACE! Whether you're coming into port after a long haul, just clocking off from your engineering duties, or you were mysteriously zapped here through interdimensional means... you sure could go for a drink.

Watch out, that glowy blue stuff really packs a punch.



The Fall Festival Meme

It's fall! The air is growing crisp, the leaves are turning, and the warming smell of pumpkin spice tingles at your nose. Grab your lattes and don your light jackets, it's time to enjoy the season!


Prompts within! )


catch me if you can


One is on the run, the other is in pursuit. Why? Well, it could be anything: a hunter and their quarry, a cop chasing down a criminal, a knight on the search for a runaway princess, an overenthusiastic lover and their hapless crush. Are you determined and skilled enough to catch them - or are you quick and clever enough to evade capture forever?

Prompts within! )



The Mentorship Meme

The relationship between a mentor and a mentee is a special one. In many circumstances, seeking out the guidance of the more experienced is the best (perhaps only) way to achieve mastery over a skill or integrate into a social scene. Often this partnership is one between a younger person and an elder, but not always! Even old dogs can learn new tricks, after all. What skills do you have to share, and would you be willing to help someone in search of your expertise? Or are you the type to take advantage of the inherent imbalance of power in such a relationship?

And of course, most importantly: won't anyone notice you?


Prompts within! )


silence is golden

a meme about communication


For whatever reason, you either can't or won't use your words. Perhaps your voice has been taken from you, or you're in a place that makes speech impossible or impractical. Maybe, for whatever reason, this is just your normal. Fortunately, communication is an art which takes many forms... and learning how to read past one's words can strengthen any relationship. How will you make your thoughts and feelings known?

Prompts within! )


the wilderness meme



Nature takes on many forms: from lush forests to snowy mountain peaks, bountiful coastal lands to harsh, sun-beaten deserts. Some of these places may be less hospitable to life than others, but all present their own unique challenges... and all command respect, for both their beauty and their power to support or end a life. Wherever you may travel, and for whatever reason, mind your environment. The wilderness can support you, but it can also ruin you. Will you fight it, or adapt to it?


Prompts within! )



the beach episode meme!

If you can't beat the heat, join it! Cool off in the waves, bury your sleeping friends in the sand, hunt for riches, or live like a castaway king on an island's bountiful resources. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the beach! On a hot day like this, what could be more fun... or romantic?

Prompts within! )



The Summer Festival Meme

Ah, summer: sunny days, clear skies, and endless days of freedom (or at least, childhood memories thereof). It's also the perfect time of year for festivals! So grab a friend or a date, don your concert outfit or your traditional attire, and enjoy the season of fun in the sun!


Prompts within! )


Escape Meme!


Trapped. Captive. Stuck. Surrounded. Heck, maybe just bored out of your gourd. There are plenty of reasons one might want to break free, both life-threatening and non. Sometimes, we even put ourselves in that situation for fun, or just for the challenge. However, the way out isn't always as easy to find as you might have thought. Good thing two heads are better than one. Can you make it out of this one? Would you help someone else escape?


Prompts within! )



The Crossdressing Meme

A beautiful dress or the fine cut of a suit can be simple, yet impactful - moreso when we take a little break from tradition. Whether it's for an undercover mission, a costume party, or simply because you like it, it's undeniable that there's something thrilling about defying sartorial norms and turning heads with a brand new look. And after all, gender is just a social construct. (Of course, nonbinary and gender nonconforming folks are welcome!)

Prompts within! )


Dancing Meme👑


Dancing well takes serious skill and talent, but just about anyone can shake their hips or tap their feet to a beat. No matter your competency in cutting the rug, there's some pleasure to be found in letting loose and moving your body to the music. Not to mention... sometimes it's fun to get all dressed up! (And if not, then perhaps in seeing a partner all dressed up?)

So, let your cares go and let's dance!

Prompts within! )