emblem_realm | Don't forget the sunscreen

A Visit To Hot Realm

Well... this is a bit different. Whether by plan or just strange luck, many of the gateways leading to or from this pocket dimension have been temporarily rerouted.

The summer heat of the usual Outrealm can't even begin to compare to this place. Luckily, there's plenty of water around along with shade from palm trees, some curious parousel contraptions set up on the beach, and some of the people visiting are-
...What ARE those small clothes they're parading around in, anyway?
1. Swim-small clothes. It may have been through opening up an enchanted brochure-tome, a pushy beach manager, your own curiosity, or maybe even a portal malfunction caused you to arrive ready for the beach. Regardless, word is that this is attire for the beach. Why not make the most of it and do some swimming or sunbathing?
2. Sand. Soon enough, a strange feature on the beach becomes clear. Many of the phones act as two-way speaking devices if you hold them up to your ear. This could mean all sorts of opportunities to communicate... or prank someone. In addition, there appears to be a sand castle building competition set up!
3. Sea. Some curious devices have been prepared as well; small rafts to paddle in, or larger boats for the more experienced sailors. There's even a few boards that can let you do something called 'surfing' for those bold enough to try. The water looks cool and inviting, too.
4. Beach life. It seems the local wildlife has taken an interest in you. It could be brightly colored birds attracted to your food or outfit, strange sea creatures curious about the newcomer in their waters (either out of interest or hunger) or a small beach critter; you have a new escort either way!
5. Sundown. What better way to relax and watch the sun go down, than with a bonfire on the beach? Some interesting food has been set out as well in the form of sweet crackers, chocolate, and a creamy fluffy candy. There's also the sunset to view, and late night swimming with glowing sea life for those brave enough to try.
6. Wildcard. Time to hit the beach, and create your own prompt!

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[Lucina stared at her cousin, what he stated probably wasn't the oddest thing he uttered but it was now up there with some of the things he said when excited. She lifted up her arms to protect her face from the splash he made before carefully sitting on the edge to make sure he was okay.]

See anything exciting?

[Owain paddled out to the middle of the pool, poking around the sandy bottom with his spear in the hope that it would strike the solid wood of a treasure chest. Small fish scattered out of his way.]

Nothing yeeet... Ah, but wait! What have we here?

[He disappeared beneath the water to get a better look, and emerged a few moments later with a grin on his face, triumphantly holding aloft... a large clump of seaweed.]

BEHOLD! The tangled tresses of the merfolk, keepers of the ocean's secrets! This means we're on the right track! [The seaweed continued to drip onto his head.] Aw man, this is so exciting!

[A soft 'snrk' could be heard from the princess as she tried to hide her laughter behind her hand.]

This truly is quite the adventure.

[At this rate Lucina was going to feel bad if he didn't find anything at all with their little adventure. She remembered the tables she saw when she first stepped onto the beach with food and drinks being dispensed and remembered certain decorations that were on the table. A small plan started to hatch as she stood up after a moment.]

I'm feeling parched, would you like me to grab you something as well?

Huh? You're really gonna run off just when things are getting interesting?

[Owain blinked at Lucina in disbelief, but only for a brief moment before his brows furrowed in thought.]

...Hmm, but then again, fighting off the inevitable hordes of evil pirate ghosts will require optimum hydration. [Translation: yeah, he was a little thirsty. He stroked his chin in mock consideration before giving a decisive nod.] Very well! Just make sure you hurry back--you don't want to miss the moment of discovery!

[Giving him a nod, the princess quickly made her way over to one of the beverage tables. Grabbing two bottles of water, she grabbed a string of shiny gold beads that appeared fake in authenticity. Lucina was sure they would not be missed for the repurpose she was intending to do. Hiding the beads, she made her way back over to her cousin, holding out a bottle for him to take.]

Anything exciting while I was gone?

Alas, the briny deep has yet to divulge its secrets. --Oh, but I found a seashell!

[Owain splashed his way out of the tide pool and set his spear down, dripping everywhere as he retrieved the small shell he'd set in the sand while Lucina had been away. It was pretty ordinary, as far as seashells went, but he held it out to her proudly.]

Accept this as a token of my gratitude, O retriever of the Elixir of Thirst-Quenching! And don't worry--I just know we're gonna find something awesome! [He gave her a confident grin.] My supreme treasure sensing technique doesn't lie! ...Probably not, anyway.

[The young woman smiled, holding out her hand to take the shell.]

It's very pretty. Maybe I can find a way to make a necklace out of it?

[She looked at it, moving it around in her hand before looking up at the young man.]

Should we try the next pool for better luck or do you think the treasure is in here?

Ooh, you could make it into a talisman of infinite warding power! I bet you could get a sorcerer to charm it, no problem!

[He beamed. That was way cooler than just a plain necklace, right? And then his gift would protect her wherever she went!

Taking a sip of water, he surveyed the surrounding pools.]

Hmm... If it were in this one, I'm mostly positive I would've found it by now. So let's see where my twitching treasure hand takes us next! It's definitely close...

[He held out said hand, pointing at each nearby pool in turn.] That one? ...No. That one? ...Nope. How abooout... [His hand twitched.] AHA! That's the one! YOU CAN'T HIDE FROM ME, TREASURE!

[Lucina grinned following where his hand pointed before kneeling in front of it.]

It looks pretty deep, perhaps you are right about this one.

[She made sure he could not see before carefully dipping her hand into the water, dropping the beads she thrifted where it would catch attention before innocently looking back at him.]

[Bending to retrieve his spear, Owain completely missed his cousin dropping something into the pool. He arrived at her side moments later, set his water bottle down in the sand, and gave her a confident grin.]

Of course I am! The hand is never wrong!

[If only he felt as confident as he looked. After all the boasting he'd done, he had little choice but to find something good in this pool. Even a shiny rock or a cool shark tooth or... or something. His image as an awesome treasure hunter was on the line here! He jumped into the water, hoping against hope... and wait, what was that? There really was something here?!]

...Huh? No way, I think there's actually--er, I mean, EUREKA! The legendary pirate plunder of legend! Right where I totally knew it would be! [He submerged to grab the beads.]

Don't forget the sunscreen

I almost woke up the house from laughing so hard last night.

I'm not sorry XD

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