Buried Love Extras

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<<set $name to "">> <<set $person to "person">> <<set $day to "Happy New Year!">> <<set $fairyyes to true>> <<set $touch to true>> <<set $kiss to true>> <<set $ro to ["female","male"]>> <<set $boomer to "">> <<set $bff to "">> <<set $balloons to "">> <<set $drink to "">> <<set $yourcrush to "">> <<set $crush to "">> <<set $present to "">> <<set $dance to "">> <<set $karaoke to "">> <<set $midnight to "">> <<set $sunrise to "">> <<set $home to "">> <<set $var to "">> <<set settings.roimgyes to true>>

<<nobr>><<if $day is "">> <<if tags().includes("noreturn")>> <li> <<link "<i class=\"im im-undo\"></i><span class=\"tooltiptext\">Return</span>" $return>><</link>> </li> <<endif>> <li><<link "<i class=\"im im-info\"></i><span class=\"tooltiptext\">Profiles</span>" "Profiles">><</link>> </li> <li> <<link "<i class=\"im im-sync\"></i><span class=\"tooltiptext\">Restart</span>">><<run UI.restart()>> <</link>></li> <li> <<link "<i class=\"im im-tumblr\"></i><span class=\"tooltiptext\">Tumblr</span>">><<script>>window.open('https://buriedlove.tumblr.com')<</script>><</link>></li> <li> <<link "<i class=\"im im-spotify\"></i><span class=\"tooltiptext\">Spotify</span>">><<script>>window.open('https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5tM81Wipd4tBd27NY9OruZ?si=940jQHTSRKu-8xy4DM6uKQ')<</script>><</link>> </li> <<endif>><</nobr>>

<<link "<i class='im im-menu'></i>">> <<script>>UI.settings()<</script>> <</link>>

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Buried Love Extras

<<if $day is "Happy New Year!">>$day<<endif>>

Buried<br>Love

<<nobr>> <<widget "are">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>are<<case false>>is<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "re">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>re<<case false>>s<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "were">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>were<<case false>>was<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "have">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>have<<case false>>has<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "s">><<switch $plural>><<case true>><<case false>>s<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "es">><<switch $plural>><<case true>><<case false>>es<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "y">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>y<<case false>>ies<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "ve">><<switch $plural>><<case true>>ve<<case false>>s<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "plural">><<switch $plural>><<case false>>_args[0]<<case true>>_args[1]<</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "flirt">><<switch settings.flirt>><<case true>> <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i> <<case false>><</switch>><</widget>> <<widget "cap">><<print _args[0].toUpperFirst()>><</widget>> <<widget "lc">><<print _args[0].toLowerCase()>><</widget>> <<widget "uc">><<print _args[0].toUpperCase()>><</widget>> <<widget "ch">><div class="choice"><<link _args[0] _args[1]>>_args[2]<</link>></div><</widget>> <<widget "var">><<set $var to "_args[0]">><</widget>> <</nobr>> <<nobr>><<widget "select">><<if $they is "">><<elseif $they is "she">><<elseif $they is "he">><<elseif $they is "they">><<elseif $they is "ze">><<elseif $they is "xe">><<elseif $they is "fae">><<elseif $they is "ey">><<else>> <<script>> $(document).one(':passagerender', function (ev) { $(ev.content).find('#selected-link').addClass('selected'); }); <</script>><<endif>><</widget>><</nobr>> <<widget "selected">> <<script>> $('#selected-link').addClass('selected'); <</script>><</widget>> <<widget "unselected">> <<script>> $('#selected-link').removeClass('selected'); <</script>><</widget>> <<widget "rorom">><<if $ro.includesAll("male", "female")>><<else>> <script> $('input[type=checkbox]').on('change', function (e) { if ($('input[type=checkbox]:checked').length < 1) { $(this).prop('checked', false); } }); </script><<endif>><</widget>> <<widget "var">><<set $var to _args[0]>><</widget>> <<widget "zoomin">> <script> $(document).ready(function() { $("#cf7_controls").on('click', 'span', function() { $("#cf7 img").removeClass("opaque"); var newImage = $(this).index(); $("#cf7 img").eq(newImage).addClass("opaque"); $("#cf7_controls span").removeClass("selectedimg"); $(this).addClass("selectedimg"); }); }); function onClick(element) { document.getElementById("img01").src = element.src; document.getElementById("modal01").style.display = "block"; }</script><</widget>> <<widget "zoomin1">> <script> function onClick(element) { document.getElementById("img01").src = element.src; document.getElementById("modal01").style.display = "block"; }</script><</widget>>

<h1>Happy Holidays!</h1> Hello, Buried Lover, and welcome to New Year's Eve, Buried Love style! Through this mini game you'll have the opportunity to choose who you experience each aspect of the party with by selecting the picture of your choice. Each picture represents a different romance option character from the main game, so you can shape your party experience. Just click on the picture of your choice and see where the story takes you. Will you end up experiencing the party with the same person by your side? Or will you mix it up chaos style? Some of the questions have a more romantic aspect so make sure you set your options for your personal preference. We hope you enjoy spending some time with the characters again. So let the drinks flow, dance and sing until it's time for the big countdown. <<ch 'Start <i class="im im-arrow-right"></i>' 'Customize' '<<set $day to "">>'>>

<<if settings.roimgyes is true>><<set _roimgyes to true>><<else>><<set _roimgyes to false>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includesAll("female", "male")>><<set _rorom to "both">><<elseif $ro.includesAll("female")>><<set _rorom to "female">><<else>><<set _rorom to "male">><<endif>> <<if settings.fairyyes>><<set _fairyyes to true>><<else>><<set _fairyyes to false>><<endif>> ''Are you touch averse? ''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$touch" false autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Yes">><<set $touch to false>><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$touch" true autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "No">><<set $touch to true>><</click>></span></label> <br><br> ''Are you okay with kisses? ''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$kiss" true autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Yes">><<set $kiss to true>><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$kiss" false autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "No">><<set $kiss to false>><</click>></span></label> <br><br> ''Do you want to see the ROs' images? ''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_roimgyes" true autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Yes">><<set _roimgyes to true, settings.roimgyes to true>><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_roimgyes" false autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "No">><<set _roimgyes to false, settings.roimgyes to false>><</click>></span></label> <br><br> ''Do you want to see fairy lights? ''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_fairyyes" true autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Yes">><<set _fairyyes to true, settings.fairyyes to true>><<script>>$('#fairylights').removeClass('nolights');<</script>><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_fairyyes" false autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "No">><<set _fairyyes to false, settings.fairyyes to false>><<script>>$('#fairylights').addClass('nolights');<</script>><</click>></span></label> <br><br> ''For romantic answers would you prefer the character choices to be...''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_rorom" "female" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"> <<click "Female">> <<set $ro.pushUnique("female"), $ro.delete("male"), _rorom to "female">> <</click>> </span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_rorom" "male" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"> <<click "Male">> <<set $ro.pushUnique("male"), $ro.delete("female"), _rorom to "male">> <</click>> </span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "_rorom" "both" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"> <<click "Both">> <<set _rorom to "both", $ro.pushUnique("male"), $ro.pushUnique("female")>> <</click>> </span></label> <br><br> ''Your name is: '' <<textbox "$name" $name>> <br><br> ''You are a: '' <br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$person" "girl" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "girl">><<set $person to "girl">><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$person" "boy" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "boy">><<set $person to "boy">><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$person" "person" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "person">><<set $person to "person">><</click>></span></label> <<textbox "$person" $person>> <br><br> ''You call the booming voice:''<br> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$boomer" "Buzzkill" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Buzzkill">><<set $boomer to "Buzzkill">><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$boomer" "Killjoy" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Killjoy">><<set $boomer to "Killjoy">><</click>></span></label> <label class="radio-inline"><<radiobutton "$boomer" "Partypooper" autocheck>> <span class="radio-button"><<click "Partypooper">><<set $boomer to "Partypooper">><</click>></span></label> <<textbox "$boomer" $boomer>> <br><br> <span id="error" class="redlink"></span><br> <div class="choice"> <<button "Start <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>">> <<set $name to $name.trim(), $boomer to $boomer.trim(), $name to $name.toUpperFirst(), $boomer to $boomer.toUpperFirst()>> <<if $name is "">> <<replace "#error">>Please enter your name!<</replace>> <<elseif $name is "Alex" or $name is "Aayush" or $name is "Rota" or $name is "Eli" or $name is "Abe" or $name is "Catarina" or $name is "Cerri">> <<replace "#error">>Sorry, the name "$name" is already being used!<</replace>> <<else>><<if $boomer is "">><<set $boomer to either("Killjoy", "Buzzkill", "Partypooper")>><<endif>><<set $name to $name.trim(), $boomer to $boomer.trim(), $name to $name.toUpperFirst(), $boomer to $boomer.toUpperFirst()>><<goto "NY-1q">><<endif>> <<endbutton>> </div>

<h2>Your best friend who's hosting the New Year party is...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/8o5STTj.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Abe">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/XIDYjPY.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Cerri">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/yfTzjv5.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Eli">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/XygxuSE.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Aayush">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/vfG0p4e.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Alex">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0gNGMW3.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Rota">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/GTzvT7L.jpg"></div>' 'NY-1a'>><<set $bff to "Catarina">><</link>> </div>

<h2>Your best friend is...</h2>\ <<if $bff is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ No one can host a penthouse New Year's Eve party like the vampire who has everything. Well, almost everything.\ <<elseif $bff is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Parties aren't really Abe's usual celebration of choice, but he's trying new things, and at least he's found his perfect venue in an unused City library.\ <<elseif $bff is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ A werewolf hosting a party in a shack by the beach. What could go wrong? Let's just hope there isn't a full moon.\ <<elseif $bff is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina's choice of venue would be unusual for some. But an underground cavern somehow made cosy with candles and lanterns couldn't be more perfect for this bruxa.\ <<elseif $bff is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Cerri has kept her party a secret from her pack to avoid any drama. Let's hope none of them happen to visit her apartment tonight, or she may have some explaining to do.\ <<elseif $bff is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Only the best beats at the Elven Prince's party in a garden surrounded by woodland. But will he step away from mixing at the decks, and the bar, for even a minute?\ <<elseif $bff is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Celebrating the New Year in an Asgardian cavern is a once in a lifetime opportunity. It's a good job Rota has sent her trusted Pegasus for transport.\ <<else>>Your friendly bff bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-2q">>

<h2>Who do you help hang some balloons...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/JZ7mhxO.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Cerri">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/M11T4Gm.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Rota">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/2eiK0DY.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Catarina">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/HVZQ5GI.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Alex">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0p9JrOy.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Eli">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/zp4EyYv.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Abe">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/6jSFTSG.jpg"></div>' 'NY-2a'>><<set $balloons to "Aayush">><</link>> </div>

<h2>You helped...</h2>\ <<if $balloons is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush stares at the balloon in his hand. "I'm not sure I'll ever understand the appeal of balloons. They provide momentary colour but it seems like a lot of work for such a brief time. Still, hang them we must."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe looks wholly uncomfortable as he looks at the balloon in his hand. He looks, in fact, like it might be his first time holding a balloon. He might even be a little bit scared of it. He looks at you. "Uh, how about I pass them to you. Carefully. And you pin them up? Seems, uh, like that would be safer. Uh. I mean quicker."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex grins at you before running his hand along the stubble on his chin, his expression sheepish. "Thanks for helping. If it wasn't for you I'd still be hanging these up by the end of the evening, and that would just be a huge waste of party food." He grins again. "And good company, of course."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina slowly grazes a nail along the surface of the balloon she's holding. She looks at you and slowly smiles. "Thank you for helping me hang these. I can never have balloons in my home because my Familiar would never forgive me. It's a shame. It's so pretty when the lights bounce off them."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Cerri is scowling slightly at the giant pile of balloons around her ankles. "This seems like a stupid amount of balloons. What's the point in them anyway?" She lightly kicks the pile before looking at you. "Thanks for helping me, I guess."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli pins the first balloon and then steps back to admire it. "You know what's weird? Those balloons that have more smaller balloons inside them. How does that happen? Witchcraft? Did someone just look at a balloon one day and say 'huh, that balloon is alright but it would look so much better with more balloons inside it'? Weird."\ <<elseif $balloons is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota's face is beaming with happiness. "A party with balloons. I've never experienced such a thing as a balloon. Well. That's not entirely true. I have witnessed the balloons of other civilisations but they weren't as pretty, and involved more... death." You wait for more context but none arrives. Instead she throws a balloon into the air. "So pretty!"\ <<else>>Your friendly balloon bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-3q">>

<h2>Who gets you your first drink...?</h2> As you walk around and start saying hello to everyone you hear a squeal "<<uc $name>>!" and turn around to find Fleur happily hopping on the spot. "I'm so glad you're here already! I saw you hanging up the balloons with $balloons. They look so pretty!" Her eyes dart over your shoulder. "Looks like someone has something for you!" You turn to find...<br><br> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/F62e3Tr.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Eli">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/vUl9YSc.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Aayush">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Zx0xfQQ.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Abe">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/QFACI1h.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Rota">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/ksNEIzx.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Alex">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/pJgK4oY.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Catarina">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/WSEOTa7.jpg"></div>' 'NY-3a'>><<set $drink to "Cerri">><</link>> </div>

<h2>You get your first drink from...</h2> <<if $drink is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush standing behind you, looking unusually nervous as he holds out a drink to you. As you take the drink from him and have your first taste you realise it's your favourite drink. You look at him surprised. For someone who hasn't had a human drink for centuries, the fact he got it right is outstanding. He raises an eyebrow and asks, "Well?" As you respond with a smile and another sip he visibility relaxes. "Well, that's a relief."\ <<elseif $drink is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe, looking uncomfortable, holding a tray of different drinks. "In spite of appearances, I'm not actually on waiter service. I just wasn't sure what your favourite drink is, so I thought I'd try a few. Alex and Eli have said they'll happily take anything you don't want. You look down at the tray and see what looks to be your favourite drink in the centre. You pick it up and take a sip. Delicious. Abe breathes a sigh of relief. "Phew," he looks over his shoulder, "well, I guess I should get these to the waiting crowds."\ <<elseif $drink is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex holding out a drink to you. He's grinning that crooked smile you're so used to seeing, and as you take a sip you realise it's your favourite drink. You look at him, surprised he's remembered. He blushes as he looks down at it and back up to you. "I got it right, didn't I? I remember you told me once that it was your favourite." As soon as you confirm that he did indeed remember that tiny detail correctly, he beams at you.\ <<elseif $drink is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina holding a drink in one hand, her other resting on her hip. "This is for you." A smile plays on her lips as she hands it over, and you eye the cup with suspicion. She laughs. "No magic, no spells. Just a treat for your taste buds, I promise." You take a sip and look back at the cup with amazement. It's your favourite drink, but it tastes a thousand times more delicious than any other time you've had it. Cat smiles, tucking a lock of hair behind her ear. "Glad you like it. I need to find Lily, but I'll see you later hopefully."\ <<elseif $drink is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Cerri, who looks entirely uncomfortable as she thrusts out her arm in your general direction. "For you." Her eyes dart to meet yours before looking away again. You take the drink, surprised. As you take a sip you realise it's your favourite. You look at her in surprise. How did she remember? As you thank her she looks around the room before replying. "Well, it's easy to get dehydrated at these kinds of events. Especially weak humans. Nobody wants the inconvenience of you fainting." As she turns to leave you hear her whisper something. You're not 100% sure but you think she said 'glad you like it'.\ <<elseif $drink is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli bowing behind you, holding a drink in an outstretched arm above his head. "For you," he announces, "made with my own fair hands, of course." You can't help but laugh at the dramatic presentation, and as you take the drink he stands upright and watches as you take a sip. It's delicious. Not like anything you've tasted before. "Inspired by you!" he announces before spinning on his heels and disappearing back to the bar.\ <<elseif $drink is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota holding a drink out to you, her other hand clasping a giant tankard. "Mead!" she says. "Don't worry, not yours!" You take the drink she's holding out to you and take a sip. It's your favourite and you look at her in surprise. "I remembered you said that was your drink of choice. Eli helped me make it. I got it right, didn't I?" Her eyes study your face, and as you nod she smiles and takes a drink from her tankard. Well, she actually drinks it all in one go. She looks at you and your still full cup. "Another one?"\ <<else>>Your friendly drunk bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-4q">>

<h2>Who you have a crush on...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/FkSKNPv.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Rota">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/blA2vKt.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Abe">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/OmA39o8.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Cerri">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/VpOpi34.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Catarina">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/np7NDVF.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Aayush">><</link>> <<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/2c0Ei1f.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Eli">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/ivZ0FvM.jpg"></div>' 'NY-4a'>><<set $yourcrush to "Alex">><</link>><<endif>> </div>

<h2>You have a crush on...</h2>\ <<if $yourcrush is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ You wander around some more and can hear Aayush and Zein talking about Aayush's home in India. There's something about the smoothness of his voice that makes you want to melt into a puddle at his feet. The fact he has a face that causes you to lose the ability to speak doesn't help either. Time to face facts. You have a crush on a vampire. Time to cut garlic out of your diet.\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe is unlike anyone you've ever met, and as you move around the party talking to people, you're acutely aware of him standing quietly in the corner of the room. For someone so keen to fade into the background, he has a strength that shines out so forcefully that he's impossible to ignore. Well, plus there's the fact that he's undeniably gorgeous. Thoughtful. Kind. You find yourself staring and realise without any doubt that you have a crush on the mysterious man with a secret he can't share.\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ You wander around some more and then see Alex across the room. Why does your heart skip a beat whenever those blue eyes catch yours? That little growl he sometimes has in his voice when he speaks causes your breath to catch in your throat. Sitting with him under the stars for hours would be just about perfect. Uh oh. It sounds like you have a crush on the soft werewolf boy.\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ As you talk to Zein you catch a scent that tells you a certain person is approaching before she's even there. Catarina. Her perfume is as intoxicating as her beauty. You've known for a while that she has some kind of effect on you. Makes your stomach flutter. Your heart pound. You've tried to kid yourself that maybe it's just because of the magic she has control over. But in this moment you know it's more. You have a crush on her. But will she ever see you like that?\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ As you chat with Fleur you have a strange sensation, like someone is staring at the back of your head. You turn and see Cerri is standing behind you, staring at the ground in front of her. Your heart pounds in your chest. There is always a tension between you. It crackles in the air. But there's a truth you've been trying to ignore. But as you look into the promise of a new year you face the truth. You have a crush on the wolf girl who can't seem to stand being in your presence. Great.\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli always stands out in the crowd, and as you mingle and catch up with everyone you see him out of the corner of your eye telling an elaborate story that has Alex and Fleur clutching their stomachs from the ache of laughing so much. He's so funny. Handsome. Intelligent. Conflicted. Uh ok. Could it be? Do you have a crush on the half elven prince? The pounding of your heart would suggest the answer is yes.\ <<elseif $yourcrush is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ As you walk around the room the power of the red headed valkyrie is magnetic. You find yourself drawn to her, to her energy. She looks stunning tonight. Well, she always looks stunning. You catch her eye and your heart stops in your chest. She smiles and starts walking towards you. Rota's long legs carry her to you in no time at all. As you watch her move you are absolutely sure you have a crush bigger than Asgard on her right now. Can your worlds ever align though? For now you can dream.\ <<else>>Your friendly crush bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-5q">>

<h2>Who has a crush on you...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/a08eld9.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Alex">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/yqsyHCu.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Eli">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/DWpPRyg.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Rota">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/iReWgWP.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Abe">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/F0vLqxy.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Catarina">><</link>> <<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/8WI4IAQ.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Aayush">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Y7p1zQm.jpg"></div>' 'NY-5a'>><<set $crush to "Cerri">><</link>><<endif>> </div>

<<if $yourcrush is $crush>><h2>The one who has a crush on you is your own crush!</h2>\ <<else>><h2>The one who has a crush on you is...</h2><<endif>>\ <<if $crush is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ You're the $person that has opened him up to the possibility of love again. The one he thinks about as he lays awake at night. He's scared of hurting you. But even more scared that his crush isn't reciprocated. Or that your feelings aren't real.\ <<elseif $crush is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ You're the $person that makes him feel like he wants to step back into the world. Fight his way out of the cocoon that he has wrapped himself in. You're his first crush in so long that he doesn't know how to deal with it. He's sure you can't feel the same. Not about him. Although sometimes when he's with you he feels like maybe, just maybe, he could be deserving of love one day.\ <<elseif $crush is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ You're the $person he can't stop thinking about. The one he imagines he's with during every visit to the beach. He's wished upon so many stars that you feel the same. He knows being with you would probably require him to leave his pack, but he already knows he'd do it in a heartbeat.\ <<elseif $crush is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ You're the $person who is always there in the back of her mind. The one she trusts. Cares for. Has a crush on. But she's been hurt before and she's only prepared to open her heart for someone who is ready to give her all of themself. Could that be you? She's not sure if she can take the risk. No matter how much she wants to.\ <<elseif $crush is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ You're the $person who has caused Cerri to challenge her own perceptions. If humans are weak and pathetic then why can't she stop thinking about you? Wanting to be near you? She knows she's your superior, and yet her heart starts pounding and her palms get sweaty when she's near you. Why is that? Surely it can't be a crush. Can it? Ugh. \ <<elseif $crush is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ You're the $person that makes him feel like maybe he could plant his feet in one spot for more than a fleeting moment. As long as that spot was by your side. He's never had a crush like this before and navigating it is causing him more confusion than the conflict of the two different sides of his life.\ <<elseif $crush is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ You're the $person who makes her feel like she could be more than a Valkyrie. Flying into gruesome battles doesn't even cause her to bat an eyelid. But when she's around you her heart pounds in her chest. You're her first true crush. The first person who has made her feel like there could be a life for her outside of her duty. But how would her Valkyrie sisters react? She's ready to find out, if you are.\ <<else>>Your friendly crushing bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-6q">>

<h2>Who gives you a present...?</h2> You hear $bff call across the room, "Ok everyone, it's present giving time!" As you walk up to the table that's covered with presents in all different shapes and sizes, you pick up a box that has your name on a tag. You turn the tag over to see who it's from.<br><br> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/HOsZX9f.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Abe">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/toYcCXq.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Alex">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/68FaEEo.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Cerri">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/ftwE6TM.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Aayush">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/4vYxMe2.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Rota">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/j9BYfnn.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Catarina">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/whhUt90.jpg"></div>' 'NY-6a'>><<set $present to "Eli">><</link>> </div>

<h2>You get a present from...</h2>\ <<if $present is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ It's written in beautiful handwriting, and he's standing in front of you quicker than you can blink. The present in your hands is wrapped in colourful paper with blocks of bright pink, purple and turquoise. A delicate golden leaf pattern threads its way across the colours. It's so beautiful you almost don't want to open it, but Aayush nods his head at your hands. "Please, open it." You carefully open the wrapping and find a small intricate clock inside, it looks like an antique. It's beautiful but you're confused. Aayush smiles. "I always wish I could give people I care about the gift of having some of the extra time I have. But the cost of doing that would be so high. For both of us. So instead, here's a gift to remind you to seize every moment you have. Enjoy it. Don't let doubts and other people's opinions take any of it away from you."\ <<elseif $present is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe is already standing by you when you read the label, his hands awkwardly in his trouser pockets. He removes one hand to push his glasses up the bridge of his nose. "I, uh, I hope you like it." The present is shaped like a book, which would make sense for Abe, of course. You open the paper and find a brown hardback book in your hands. You turn it over and see two words etched into the front cover in gold lettering. 'Your Story'. You flip through the pages and notice they're all blank. It's a journal. "I know we've talked before about some of the best stories out there, but there's one that I think would exceed all others. Yours. Use that journal as you wish, but fill every page with you. It'll be the most magnificent story."\ <<elseif $present is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ He walks over to you, clearly happy that you've found his present for you. You open the box and see the face of David Bowie. You lift the album out of the box and turn it over to look at the track listing. Instead you find the back has been covered with tiny stars. Alex smiles. "Hunky Dory. It's my favourite Bowie album. I wasn't sure if you're a fan so it's a gift within a gift. Each of those stars represents an adventure I'll take you on to some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen." He smiles as he says, "I hope you like it."\ <<elseif $present is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ You realise she's standing beside you. "I thought I should explain what it is," she smiles slightly, "or should I say, what it does." You're intrigued, and quickly open the small box in your hand. Inside is a black stone, shaped into a moon, with carvings on it. You pick it up and it feels cold for a moment, but then suddenly warm. You look at Catarina and see that she has a necklace made of the same coloured stone. It also has carvings on it, and as the stone in your hand gets warmer, the carvings in her necklace begin to glow gold. "It's obsidian," Catarina starts to explain. "A naturally protective rock, but this one is extra special. I've put a protection spell on it. It means that any time you need help, you can pick up the stone and I'll be there in a heartbeat. It's just a way of me showing how much you mean to me, $name. Although if you use it every time you run out of milk, we'll be having words."\ <<elseif $present is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ You look around but she's nowhere to be seen. Everyone else is opening their gifts and so you start to open it, wishing she was nearby so you can at least say thank you. You open the gift and are startled to see a sketching of your face looking back at you. It's so perfectly drawn that it really does look like it's actually watching you. It perfectly captures every line of your face, every curve. You jump suddenly when you hear your name behind you. You turn to see Cerri. "Sorry if it's a bit of a crap present," she murmurs. You're about to protest that it's beautiful, but she continues, "I didn't know what to get you so I thought I'd just draw you. My parents always told me that drawing was a weak pastime, so I don't do it often. You're... you're the first person I've ever given a drawing to. Weird."\ <<elseif $present is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ He bounces over to you as you hold the parcel in your hands. It's small and light and doesn't make a sound when you shake it. Eli grins. "Great detective work, $name, but just open it!" You open the gift box and there's a folded piece of paper inside which reads, 'This gift entitled you to a once in a lifetime trip with the best company imaginable'. You look at him, waiting for elaboration. "Ok, let me explain. I've travelled to most of the far reaches of the world in an attempt to escape the realities of life, but there's one place I've never been, and that's the Galapagos Islands. It's been a dream to go there. In the past I thought it would be the best place to escape to, but now I don't want to escape. I just want to go there for the experience. There's no pressure at all, but if you're interested there's only one person I'd like to share the experience with. You."\ <<elseif $present is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ You turn the label back over and look for Rota. She's standing several feet away, and looking unusually shy. As you smile she walks over. "I hope you like it." You slowly open the paper that surrounds a small chest. It's ornate and you're fairly sure it doesn't come from this world. The etchingings on it are unlike anything you've ever seen. You're about to thank her, when she laughs. "Open it." You do as instructed and inside find a small metallic object attached to some leather cord. You pull it out of the chest and hold it in the air. It almost looks like it's glowing. "That's the head of the first arrowhead I ever used in battle. It was given to me by my sisters as a trophy. I've carried it with me ever since, holding onto it as a symbol of my victory. But now I realise that it is just a part of my history. That side of my life isn't important, and getting to know you has helped me realise that. But if you have it we'll always have a connection, no matter where I am, what world I'm in. And that's the most important thing of all."\ <<else>>Your friendly bug wrapped in a present ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-7q">>

<h2>Who you dance with...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/cY2962F.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Aayush">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/5aFsYfk.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Catarina">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/QcljQaZ.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Eli">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/X4B2Ayk.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Alex">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/JJfAhA3.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Abe">><</link>> <<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/xChqaM4.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Cerri">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/j6Tsdie.jpg"></div>' 'NY-7a'>><<set $dance to "Rota">><</link>><<endif>> </div>

<h2>You dance with...</h2>\ <<if $dance is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush is a smooth dancer. No surprises there. He confidently moves his body to the music. His eyes hold yours as you dance, and although it's too loud for conversation you feel connected to him. For a moment it feels like you're the only people at the party. Two people locked into the rhythm of the music.<<if $touch>> You both move forward slightly, closing the gap between you. You rest a hand on his chest, his dark eyes searching your face for clues about how you're feeling. But just as quickly, the song ends and the two of you step apart.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ It had taken some persuasion to get Abe onto the dance floor. But now he's here, jacketless for possibly the first time ever, he starts to relax into the music, periodically smiling at you as he tries to mirror the moves of other people. Without his jacket on you can see the strength in his shoulders. You're sure that with a bit more confidence he could own this dancefloor. "Thank you for inviting me to dance," he says, his deep voice carrying over the noise of the music. "I wouldn't have accepted for anyone else".<<if $touch>> You try to respond but he can't hear you, and so you lean forward, resting a hand on his shoulder as you brush his cheek and speak by his ear. Your cheek feels like it's tingling with electricity at the touch and you step back. What was that?<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex clearly knows how to move, and as you dance with him you wonder if his talents might be wasted as a werewolf. He seems to know every beat as it arrives, and moves his body in time. You get a sudden image of what he must be like as a wolf, his body responding to the environment around him.<<if $touch>> Alex takes your hand and confidently spins you around. His eyes are sparkling and as he pulls you back towards him, he rests a hand on your waist, getting ready to lead you into a new move. You feel the electricity through his hand, running through your body, and would quite like this dance to never end.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina is swaying to the music. She closes her eyes for a moment. Although you can't hear her, you can read on her lips that she says, "I love this song." It isn't one you've heard before. It has a dark sultry beat, and you feel sure it's one that Catarina has requested. Dancing with her is captivating. Magical. She looks at your face and then smiles, before looking down at your feet. Before you even realise what's happening, the two of you are floating up into the air. Still dancing, but feeling as light as a feather.<<if $touch>> Catarina reaches out and pulls you towards her, resting her hands on your waist. Suddenly there is no one else in the room, everything fades away. There is only the beat of the music and her. The girl who is literally making you feel like you're floating on air.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ You found yourself dancing with Cerri by accident. One minute you were part of a group, and the next minute it's just the two of you. You watch with surprise how confidently she moves to the music. You'd assumed that dancing was something frivolous she didn't have time for. But here she is, moving in perfect time with the music. She raises her arms above her head and closes her eyes momentarily. She looks happy. It's a rare expression for Cerri and you're secretly pleased that you're the one who gets to share this rare moment with her. As she relaxes into the music more and more you realise she's also never looked so beautiful.<<if $touch>> Eli is dancing behind Cerri, seemingly lost in the beat. He bumps into her and sends her stumbling forward. You reach out and hold her arms to steady her. Cerri's first reaction is to snarl at Eli, but then she looks back at you and realises how close you are. Instead of moving away she rests her hand on your waist, and the two of you continue dancing like that for several songs.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli is unsurprisingly confident in moving to the dance beat that fills the room. He could be dancing at any Ibiza party at this moment. You dance with him, but find yourself unable to keep up with his pace. He stops for a moment, realising he isn't giving you the attention you deserve. He slows his movements, pacing himself to you, and smiles apologetically. "I can get a bit carried away, sorry!"<<if $touch>> As the track ends it's replaced by a slower beat and he lightly places his arms around you. He leans forward and whispers, "I've danced in almost every club in the world. But right here, right now? With you. Perfect. Absolutely perfect."<<endif>>\ <<elseif $dance is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota spins to the disco beat, her hair flying out around her. She's as captivating as ever. Statuesque on the dancefloor, a powerful force. But there's something about her love of the music that makes her seem more human. Like maybe she could live a life in this world. Enjoying music and having fun. You'd love that life for her. You imagine what it'd be like to share it with her.<<if $touch>> Rota stops spinning and stumbles slightly, laughing. She rests her hand on your shoulder to steady herself, and your two bodies are suddenly very close. You both breathe in unison, looking into each other's eyes. But as the song stops, the moment is broken.<<endif>>\ <<else>>Your friendly dancing bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-8q">>

<h2>Who you sing a karaoke duet with...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/D7WwGkC.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Catarina">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/oMbBA0g.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Rota">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/c0q8Avv.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Alex">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/OrmkHfY.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Eli">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/xVYhk5U.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Cerri">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/rrACiuS.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Aayush">><</link>> <<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/dmlxrMc.jpg"></div>' 'NY-8a'>><<set $karaoke to "Abe">><</link>> </div>

<h2>You sing a karaoke duet with...</h2>\ <<if $karaoke is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush smiles at you. "I'm so glad you agreed to join me. I've picked a track that I believe is widely considered to be a classic." You wonder what it could be. Aayush has lived through so many musical genres. But as a rhythmic guitar starts up you find yourself doubled up with laughter. Aayush raises an eyebrow at you and shrugs his shoulders. "What? It's a classic." He's right, but as he starts bellowing out 'I'm Gonna be (500 miles)' into the microphone, you realise you still have some things to learn about this particular vampire. You join in for every Da Da Da Dun Diddle Un Diddle Un Diddle Uh Da Da, laughing until you're crying. As you get to one part, Aayush turns back to you smiling as he sings... <center><i>When I'm lonely, well I know I'm gonna be I'm gonna be the man who's lonely without you And when I'm dreaming, well I know I'm gonna dream I'm gonna Dream about the time when I'm with you</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe looks mortified as the two of you stand by the karaoke machine. "I can't believe Eli talked me into this," he mutters, not realising that the microphone is already on, carrying his words across the room. "Oh come on, Abe, you're going to be a natural, I just know it!" Eli hollers back. "I chose the best song I could think of for you." From the look of terror in Abe's eyes, you know you're going to have to support him through this. What song can Eli have chosen? You dread to think. But then the beat starts and you know exactly what song that damn elf has picked. Shake it Off by Taylor Swift. Abe looks even more terrified as the lyrics start, but you smile at him and sing along, and as the song continues you can see him visibly relax. He even starts to smile. Move a little. By the time you get to the chorus he's a new man. Popping his hip and brushing his shoulder like he was made to sing this song. "C'mom Abe! I knew you had this!" Eli shouts from the crowd, who all start clapping as the song continues... <center><i>Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake I shake it off, I shake it off</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex drags you onto the stage, grinning. "Apparently Eli has signed me up to sing and I can't do it alone, please stay with me?" You laugh at his pleading eyes, and then the song kicks in. 'Hungry Like the Wolf' by Duran Duran. Alex rolls his eyes and shakes his fist playfully in Eli's direction. "Very funny, elf, I'll get you back." But as the lyrics kick in he gives it everything he has, complete with howls. You manage to stop laughing for long enough to join him for the chorus. <center><i>In touch with the ground I'm on the hunt, I'm after you Smell like I sound, I'm lost in a crowd And I'm hungry like the wolf</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina is standing with a microphone in one hand and her other resting on her hip. "I don't know what that mischievous elf has chosen for us, but it had better be something sultry." Eli laughs. "Oh, you can trust me to pick a track suitable for someone as powerful as you!" It doesn't even take one second of the track playing to know he's lying. 'Black Magic' by Little Mix starts to play and Catarina rolls her eyes, before giving it everything she has. She's captivating as she sings, no matter how ridiculous the lyrics. You join in, feeling swept up in her charisma, the rest of the room fading into darkness. <center><i>Take a sip of my secret potion I'll make you fall in love For a spell that can't be broken One drop should be enough</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Eli's voice carries across the room. "$name and Cerri, I can't help but notice you haven't tackled the karaoke yet. Come on! I'll pick a song for you to sing." All eyes in the room look at you, and you turn to Cerri who shrugs and then starts to walk to the microphone, in a move that shocks you. But as the song starts, Cerri is transformed. Confident. Assertive. It's Umbrella by Rihanna, and Cerri confidently works through the lyrics, without needing to read them from the screen. You join her and as she dramatically raises her hand to the sky you both sing... <center><i>When the sun shines, we'll shine together Told you I'll be here forever Said I'll always be your friend Took an oath, I'ma stick it out 'til the end</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli grins at you. "I don't know what Alex has chosen for us. He's getting his revenge on me for choosing 'Hungry Like the Wolf' for him. You're not sure how you got talked into joining him, but here you are. And as the music starts up, the laughter escapes from you. A Whole New World from Aladdin. Eli laughs and then points at Alex. "You know we're going to give this everything we've got, right?" And give it everything you do. In between the laughter, of course. Eli chooses to be Princess Jasmine, and carries off the high notes with ease. The two of you sing, facing each other and clutching your microphones. He somehow transforms his expression into that of the most sincere princess that ever walked this earth, and as he sings you believe every word. <center><i>A whole new world A dazzling place I never knew But when I'm way up here It's crystal clear That now I'm in a whole new world with you</i></center>\ <<elseif $karaoke is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota smiles. "This is fun but also terrifying. Why do people partake in such terror at a party? Thank you for joining me. Eli has picked a song, but I don't think I know any music of your world." Rota looks at you, resembling a deer in the headlights as the intro to 'Shut Up And Dance With Me' starts playing. She stumbles her way through the words, trying to work out the flow, and you join in, helping her find the rhythm. Within moments she's smiling and dancing, roaring into the microphone. It might not be singing, but it's definitely pure happiness. And you also give it everything you have as you get to the chorus. <center><i>I said you're holding back She said shut up and dance with me This woman is my destiny She said oh oh oh Shut up and dance with me</i></center>\ <<else>>Your friendly karaoke bug ^^\ <<endif>>\ <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-9q">>

<h2>Who you count down to midnight with...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Ghnb90A.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Cerri">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/NDsFuPi.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Alex">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/CTNCxpS.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Catarina">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/1YWNz1u.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Abe">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/lq2cbdE.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Rota">><</link>> <<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/yEmn5Qz.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Eli">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/fXfEu6K.jpg"></div>' 'NY-9a'>><<set $midnight to "Aayush">><</link>><<endif>> </div>

<h2>You count down to midnight with...</h2>\ Time seems to have lost all meaning at the party. You're sure you only got here recently, but somehow, $bff is already declaring that it's almost midnight, and it's time for the countdown. $bff directs you all to a specific spot and tells you all to look up at the sky. You all obediently do as instructed, a hushed excitement falling across the group. You hear Lily speak up, "I'm expecting something spectacular, $bff, it's freezing, and you know I'm a girl who likes to keep it warm." You look up to the sky, as the countdown starts. ''Ten!'' You look around the group, happy to be here with these people who mean so much to you. ''Nine! '' Although you suddenly realise you have no idea how you all left the dome. ''Eight!'' Shouldn't you all be searching for love under the watchful eye of $boomer? ''Seven!'' You suddenly realise that someone is standing beside you. <<ch 'And that person is...' 'NY-9b'>>

<<if $midnight is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ His face is calm but as he smiles at you, it feels as though a warmth rushes through you. ''Six!'' Aayush's presence helps calm the sudden nervousness in your stomach. There's something about how calm and confident he is in every situation that puts you at ease. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You reach out and take his hand so you can share the moment together. His skin is cool to the touch, but somehow it's still comforting. He doesn't look at you, his eyes still fixed on the sky, but you see his smile widen, and he lightly squeezes your hand as a response.\ <<else>>You wonder if Aayush purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment. His eyes are watching the sky, but you can see a smile on his lips that suggests this was definitely a purposeful choice. You feel a warmth in your chest at this realisation.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Aayush looks at you, his brow furrowed with concern. It's not the first time he's been able to sense when something is wrong. He seems to be able to sense every emotion you have. It should be disconcerting but it doesn't seem weird for Aayush. You have a feeling it's a skill he had before he was a vampire. "Are you ok, $name?" His voice is serious, laced with concern. ''Two!'' One look into his dark eyes and any concerns are forgotten. You're seeing in the new year with a group of people you care about, and possibly the most handsome boy you've ever seen by your side. You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout 'Happy New Year!' Aayush turns to you. <<if $touch>>He's still holding your hand and lightly squeezes it. "Happy New Year, $name. I've seen the arrival of more years than I care to imagine, but I can honestly say that this one fills me with more excitement than I've felt in a long time. I have a feeling that you're a big part of that."\ <<else>>His face is serious as he speaks, "Happy New Year, $name. I've seen the arrival of more years than I care to imagine, but I can honestly say that this one fills me with more excitement than I've felt in a long time. I have a feeling that you're a big part of that."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ You lose the ability to breathe as he studies you, clearly wondering if you feel the same. You feel drawn to him. It's a magnetic pull. You know more than anything that you want to kiss him. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'Have you seen him? Seriously? Yes, yes I do want to kiss him!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "aayush1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Aayush on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "aayush2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Aayush at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "aayush3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Aayush, and the shine in his eyes tells you he feels the same way. He speaks quietly, his words only just carrying over the noise of the fireworks. "I feel lucky to have met you, I wanted you to know that. And I've met a lot of people, so it really is a compliment! I can't wait to see where this next year takes us." He smiles and looks back to the sky, and as you join him, taking in the spectacle in the air, you know that you're as excited as he is about the year ahead. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ He's smiling at you, and it's such a rare sight that it makes your heart feel happy. ''Six!'' Abe's presence helps calm the sudden nervousness in your stomach. There's something so reassuring and calm about him. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You reach out and take his hand. Abe jumps slightly and then smiles at you, his face shining with happiness, and he squeezes your hand gently in return, his hand enveloping yours with a gentle warmth.\ <<else>>You wonder if Abe purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment, and as you catch his eye again, you realise that he absolutely did, and you feel a warmth spread across your chest.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Abe looks at you, concern on his face as he asks in his deep voice, "Are you ok? Is there anything I can do?" ''Two!'' One look into his worried face and you feel reassured again. You're sharing a beautiful moment with this kind man with a heart of gold. You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Abe turns to you. <<if $touch>>He's still holding your hand and squeezes it again, looking down at your interlocked hands as if he can't really believe they're real. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."\ <<else>>Abe clears his throat. Is he nervous? But he just sounds happy as he speaks. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>> You've never felt this close to Abe, and with such a beautiful setting this would be the perfect moment for a kiss. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'Uh, I feel like I\'ve been waiting forever to kiss Abe. Yes, please!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "abe1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Abe on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "abe2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Abe at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "abe3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Abe, and the shine in his eyes tells you he feels the same way. He takes a moment, seemingly trying to find the right words, and then says, "I've truly enjoyed seeing in the new year in your company. Thank you so much. I hope... I hope we can share some good memories this year." <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ You look at him and he smiles warmly at you. ''Six!'' All worries about what you're doing here disappear when you see him. He always makes you feel so safe. Like nothing bad could happen when he's around. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You reach out and take his hand. He's as warm as ever, and his warmth spreads up your arm with a tingle that feels electric.\ <<else>>Your chest tingles with the warmth of knowing he's chosen to stand by you at this moment.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Alex looks at you, a small concerned frown on his face as he asks, "Are you ok? What's the matter?" ''Two!'' One look into his sparkling blue eyes and you feel reassured. If he's by your side it can't be anything bad, can it? You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Alex turns to you. <<if $touch>>He's still holding your hand and he gently turns you so that you're facing him, taking your other hand. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."\ <<else>>Alex smiles warmly at you. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ Between the fireworks, the warmth emanating out from Alex, and the look in his eyes, this would be the perfect moment for a kiss. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'Uh, why would I waste the opportunity to kiss Alex? Yes, please!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "alex1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Alex on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "alex2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Alex at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "alex3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Alex, and the look on his face tells you he feels the same way. He smiles at you, and the familiar blush creeps across his cheeks. "I wonder what the new year has in store for us? I can't wait to find out." As he returns to watching the sky you're filled with excitement and hope for what's ahead. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ She seems amused as she looks around everyone staring at the sky expectantly. She catches your eye and mouths hello before joining in for the next count. ''Six!'' Catarina's presence helps calm the sudden nervousness in your stomach. There's always something so self assured about Catarina. You've never seen her stressed or upset, and that confidence helps you feel like everything is ok. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You spontaneously reach out and take her hand so you can share the moment together. She smiles softly at you, and squeezes your hand in return. Her skin is soft and she's warm, even in the cold night air. Your hand tingles as it sits comfortably with hers. Is it just the warmth, or something else?\ <<else>>You wonder if Catarina purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment. The way she keeps watching you out of the side of her eyes suggests that the answer is yes, and you feel a warmth spread across your chest at this realisation.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Catarina looks at you, her eyebrow arched. She seems to be studying your face carefully. "$name, is something wrong? I can feel your nerves. Please, tell me what concerns you." ''Two!'' One look into her eyes and any concerns are forgotten. Her strength shines through, and it's something beyond her magic. Although being able to turn anyone into a frog helps alleviate any concerns, of course. What are you worrying about? You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Catarina turns to you. <<if $touch>>She's still holding your hand and she lightly brushes her thumb along the skin between your thumb and forefinger. It's soothing but also somehow electric. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to share a moment like this with you."\ <<else>>She's smiling softly as she speaks. "Happy New Year, $name. I'm so happy to share a moment like this with you."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ Catarina watches you thoughtfully for a moment. Being this close to her makes your heart feel like it's going to beat out of your chest. Like a thousand butterflies are trying to escape from your stomach. She's truly the most captivating person you've ever met. Starting the new year with a kiss would be perfect. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'Uh, do you have any idea how long I\'ve waited for this kiss? Kissing Catarina on New Years Eve would be perfect!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cat1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Catarina on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cat2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Catarina at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cat3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Catarina, and the smile on her lips as she looks between the fireworks and your face tells you she feels the same way. She turns to you as she says, "I hope you know how much you mean to me. You're one of a kind, that's for sure." You study her face. She's as impossible to read as ever. Could she be more than a friend? The warm glow in your chest, coupled with the way she's looking at you suggests yes. You smile at her, feeling excited about the year ahead. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Her eyes are fixed on the sky above, but you notice she moves her feet so that she's ever so slightly closer to you. ''Six!'' You feel a strange sense of calm knowing that she's nearby. Before tonight you're sure you've never felt anything other than tension with her. Not that you can remember why... But being in the presence of a formidable she-wolf seems to be giving you some reassurance that everything will be ok. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You move your hand and it lightly brushes against hers. To your surprise she links her fingers with yours, her eyes still staring at the sky above. Her skin is soft but incredibly warm, and the warmth spreads up your arm. You don't look at her, and instead keep your eyes fixed on the sky as you continue the count down.\ <<else>>You wonder if Cerri purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment. She is impossible to read. Sometimes she seems to hate you, but every now and then there's... something... in the way she looks at you. As you look at her out of the side of your eyes, you notice she's also looking at you, although her eyes quickly snap back to the sky when she's caught. Maybe this is on purpose. Why does that make you feel so warm inside?<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Cerri seems to sense something is wrong and quickly turns her eyes to you. "What's wrong?" she asks, her face looking genuinely concerned. "I can sense how tense you are. Would you prefer it if I stood somewhere else?" ''Two!'' Your heart hurts a little when you realise that she thinks your tense because of her. You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong. Please stay." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Cerri turns to you. <<if $touch>>She's still holding your hand, your fingers are still linked together in a bond that you could never have imagined would happen. Not with the She Wolf. She pauses for a moment before speaking so quickly that you have to focus to understand all of the words. "I want you to know that although I don't understand why, I'm happy to have you in my life. To be seeing in the New Year with you. But I won't admit to that again so make the most of it, ok? It just seems like the right time to tell you. Oh yeah, and happy New Year." <<else>>Cerri inhales deeply before speaking so quickly that you have to focus to understand all of the words. "I want you to know that although I don't understand why, I'm happy to have you in my life. To be seeing in the New Year with you. But I won't admit to that again so make the most of it, ok? It just seems like the right time to tell you. Oh yeah, and Happy New Year."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ Cerri has a slight scowl on her face as she regards you, waiting for a response. You're not sure you've ever seen anyone manage to be so angry, and yet so vulnerable at the same time, as Cerri does at this moment. You look around the group and see people locked in New Year's embraces. You look back to Cerri, surprised to see that she seems to be studying your face, not looking at anyone else. Her eyes flicker to your mouth. Is she... thinking about kissing you? Hmm. Or are you just getting carried away in the moment? <<ch 'Uh, do you know how long I\'ve wanted to kiss this angry wolf girl? I hope she does!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cerri1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Cerri on the cheek instead.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cerri2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Cerri at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "cerri3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Cerri, and as she looks at you and sees you watching her she starts to speak, "I uh... I..." But no words came. Instead she returns to watching the fireworks, but there's a smile playing on her lips that is wholly out of place, but tells you everything you need to know. The year ahead is going to be an interesting one. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ He winks playfully at you, before returning to stare up at the sky, an exaggerated look of excitement on his face. ''Six!'' Eli's presence helps calm the sudden nervousness in your stomach. It's impossible to be stressed around one of the most laid back people you've ever met. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You reach out and take his hand so you can share the moment together. Eli looks at you and smiles, lightly brushing the back of your hand with his thumb. The exaggerated look of excitement is gone, and now his eyes are just shining with pure happiness.\ <<else>>You wonder if Eli purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment, and as you catch him watching you out of the side of his eye, you know the answer is yes. You catch a little smile on his lips, and you feel a little tingle of happiness you can't quite explain.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Eli looks at you, all playfulness gone for a moment. "What's up, buttercup?" he asks, although there's a note of real concern in his voice. ''Two!'' One look into his eyes and you feel reassured again. You're sharing a beautiful moment with a Half Elven Prince who never fails to make you smile. You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Eli turns to you. <<if $touch>>He's still holding your hand and lightly tickles your palm by stroking a finger along it. "Happy New Year, $name. I've seen in the New year in some of the most spectacular places in the world, but right now I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."\ <<else>>Eli looks almost serious for a moment as he says, "Happy New Year, $name. I've seen in the New year in some of the most spectacular places in the world, but right now I'm so happy to be sharing this moment with you."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ You can feel your heart pounding in your chest as you look into his beautiful face. Your eyes dart between his perfect features, until they land on his lips. Now would be a perfectly magical time for a kiss. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'I\'m in a magical place with a stunning elf. Yes, yes I do want to kiss him!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "eli1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Eli on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "eli2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Eli at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "eli3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Eli, and the shine in his eyes tells you he feels the same way. He returns to watching the fireworks for a moment, but then turns back to you. He seems unusually lost for words, but eventually he speaks. "$name, I'm genuinely so happy to be sharing this moment with you. I know I can be great at hiding how I'm feeling behind jokes, but here I am telling you that you mean a lot to me. I'm looking forward to seeing what adventures lie ahead." <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<elseif $midnight is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Her hair is moving with the breeze, in beautiful ripples of red. Her face is lit with wonder, and she smiles at you with a warmth that envelopes you. ''Six!'' Rota's presence helps calm the sudden nervousness in your stomach. The strange combination of strength and vulnerability she carries with her means that you always feel safe around her, and tonight isn't any exception. ''Five!'' <<if $touch>>You reach out and take her hand so you can share the moment together. She smiles at you, her eyes sparkling with happiness, before raising your arms into the air to count the next number.\ <<else>>You wonder if Rota purposefully chose to stand by you for this moment. The sparkle in her eyes as she looks at you is suggesting that the answer is yes, and you smile at this realisation. She raises her arm in the air, getting ready to punch upwards for the next number.<<endif>> ''Four!'' You shake your head. But what are you doing here? Looking up at the starry sky. Is this another of $boomer's games? ''Three!'' Rota looks at you, her face no longer full of excitement. It's now lined with concern. "$name, what's wrong? Is it something I can help with? Has someone wronged you this evening? I will go and find them and make them apologise in a very efficient way. Anything, just tell me." ''Two!'' One look into her green eyes and any concerns are forgotten. You're seeing in the New year with a stunning Valkyrie, in a beautiful location. What are you worrying about? You shake your head. "Nothing, nothing's wrong." ''One!'' The sky above you erupts with fireworks of all colours. It's stunning. The noise fills your ears, and the smell of smoke hits you. Every single one of your senses is full of wonder at this moment. You've never seen so many fireworks before. They seem to stretch forever. You hear the group around you all shout Happy New Year! Rota turns to you. <<if $touch>>She's still holding your hand and then takes your other hand, clasping them together in hers. "Happy New Year, $name. I've never seen the start of the New Year on Earth and it's just so beautiful. Being here with you and sharing this moment is more than I could have imagined."\ <<else>>She looks back at the fireworks for a moment before turning to you, her face has returned to being a picture of happiness. "Happy New Year, $name. I've never seen the start of the New Year on Earth and it's just so beautiful. Being here with you and sharing this moment is more than I could have imagined."<<endif>> <<if $kiss>>\ She pauses, the two of you share a moment that feels like electricity crackling between you. Your heart pounds in your chest as you realise just how close you are, and just have perfect it could be to kiss her in this moment. Hmm. Or are you getting swept up in the moment? <<ch 'There\'s nothing I want to do more than kiss her, right now.!' 'NY-9c' '<<var "rota1">>'>>\ <<ch 'Hmm, I don\'t want to get carried away. I think I\'ll just kiss Rota on the cheek.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "rota2">>'>>\ <<ch 'I don\'t want to kiss Rota at all.' 'NY-9c' '<<var "rota3">>'>>\ <<else>>\ The fireworks still fill the sky and you both watch the beautiful colours shoot their way through the dark night's sky. You're glad you're sharing this moment with Rota, and the shine in her eyes tells you she feels the same way. She watches the fireworks in awe, before turning to you again. "I hope you know how much meeting you has meant to me. I look forward to lots of Earthbound adventures over the next year. With you, I mean." As you study her face, which has returned to staring at the sky, and exclaiming in joy every time a firework explodes, you know that you can't wait to find out what those adventures could be. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\ <<endif>>\ <<else>>Your friendly midnight bug ^^\ <<endif>>\

<<if $var is "aayush1">>\ There's no gap between the moment you decide you want to kiss him, and Aayush scooping you into his arms. He brings you to him, kissing your forehead and then trailing the kisses down your nose, along your cheek and then down your jaw line. The tease is exquisite. When his lips finally meet yours you kiss him hungrily, wanting more. Your fingers run through his hair, pulling him towards you, taking the kiss deeper. The fireworks in the sky are nothing in comparison to what's happening inside you right now. Aayush suddenly steps away. "Well that was definitely the best start to a year I've ever had, but I think we should probably stop. Hopefully there will be more moments for us this year?" He looks at you hopefully, and you feel a flutter of excitement as you wonder what the year will bring.\ <<elseif $var is "aayush2">>\ You place a kiss on Aayush's cheek, and he smiles before returning it with a light kiss on your forehead. His eyes are soft as he looks into your eyes. "I'm looking forward to seeing where this year takes us, thank you again $name, for sharing this moment with me..."\ <<elseif $var is "aayush3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss him, you're happy to be in his company. You smile at Aayush, and he returns it. He looks back to the sky before turning back to you. "I'm looking forward to seeing where this year takes us, thank you again $name, for sharing this moment with me..."\ <<elseif $var is "abe1">>\ Abe is looking more nervous than ever before when he next speaks. "I uh, I believe it's custom for people to share a kiss on this occasion. Would you uh..." But he doesn't finish the sentence, and the two of you connect in a kiss. All of his awkwardness melts away, and his hands run down your back and to the base of your spine, gently pulling you closer towards him. Your lips move in perfect rhythm and you're sure you hear a gentle moan in his throat as he pulls you closer still. The fireworks in the sky are nothing in comparison to what's happening inside you right now. Eventually the two of you pull apart and Abe smiles at you. "Well that had to be the best start to a year I've ever had."\ <<elseif $var is "abe2">>\ You place a kiss on Abe's cheek, and he looks surprised for a moment, before stuttering, "Thank you". He takes a moment, seemingly trying to find the right words, and then says, "I've truly enjoyed seeing in the new year in your company. Thank you so much. I hope... I hope we can share some good memories this year."\ <<elseif $var is "abe3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss him, you're happy to be in his company. You smile at Abe, and he returns it. He takes a moment, seemingly trying to find the right words, and then says, "I've truly enjoyed seeing in the new year in your company. Thank you so much. I hope... I hope we can share some good memories this year."\ <<elseif $var is "alex1">>\ Alex clearly has the same idea, and you both find each other's lips. The noise of the celebrations seems far away, and as you hear the growl in Alex's throat you thread your fingers through his hair and draw him closer. The fireworks in the sky are nothing in comparison to what's happening inside you right now. Eventually the two of you pull apart and Alex smiles at you, his eyes soft as he murmurs, "I can't think of a better way to start the new year and I can't wait to see what the next year has in store for us."\ <<elseif $var is "alex2">>\ You place a kiss on Alex's cheek, and he reciprocates, his lips warm on your skin. Alex smiles at you, his eyes sparkling with happiness as he says, "I can't think of a better way to start the new year and I can't wait to see what the next year has in store for us."\ <<elseif $var is "alex3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss him, you're happy to be in his company. You smile at Alex, and he returns it warmly. "I really can't think of a better way to start a New Year, thank you for sharing it with me. I can't wait to see what the next year has in store for us."\ <<elseif $var is "cat1">>\ Cat rests a hand on your hip and smiles. "I've kissed many frogs on New Year's Eve, but somehow I feel that tonight may be very different. If you would like to be kissed, of course? She arches her eyebrow, and you respond by wrapping your fingers through her hair and bringing your lips to hers. You're consumed by the smell, touch and taste of her. The group of people around you seem to disappear. It's only you and her. Tumbling through space, in an embrace that feels like nothing you've ever experienced before. Her nails lightly graze along the back of your neck, and you're fairly sure your legs are going to fail. You can feel her lips smile against yours and she pulls away. "I think we should perhaps return to the group. But, $name, please know how much you mean to me. You're definitely no frog."\ <<elseif $var is "cat2">>\ You place a kiss on Catarina's cheek, and she responds by kissing both of your cheeks, before stepping back. Her eyes are soft but happy as she says , "I hope you know how much you mean to me. You're one of a kind, that's for sure."\ <<elseif $var is "cat3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss her, you're happy to be in her company. You smile at Cat, and she returns it. Her eyes are soft but happy as she says , "I hope you know how much you mean to me. You're one of a kind, that's for sure."\ <<elseif $var is "cerri1">>\ Cerri suddenly moves forward and kisses you on the lips. It's awkward for a moment, her mouth is so tense that it's difficult to return the kiss. But she quickly relaxes and the kiss becomes soft, gentle almost. It's quick, but even that is enough to make sure that the fireworks in the sky have nothing on the explosions happening inside your body right now. She raises a hand and places it softly on your cheek, almost as if she's checking you're real. "I uh... I..." But no words came. Instead she returns to watching the fireworks, but there's a smile playing on her lips that is wholly out of place, but tells you everything you need to know. The year ahead is going to be an interesting one.\ <<elseif $var is "cerri2">>\ You place a kiss on Cerri's cheek, and she looks surprised for a moment, before smiling in a way that looks wholly out of place on her usually sullen features. She brings her hand to her cheek, before suddenly returning the kiss. She then quickly returns to watching the fireworks, but the smile on her face tells you the year ahead is going to be an interesting one.\ <<elseif $var is "cerri3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss her, you're happy to be in her company. You smile at Cerri, and she looks confused for a moment before returning it. She returns to watching the fireworks but there's something unusual on her face. A smile. \ <<elseif $var is "eli1">>\ Eli looks at you, seemingly studying your face in return. He strokes a thumb lightly along your jawline. "$name, I think I'd like to kiss you, if that would be ok." You pull him towards you without uttering a word, just as another loud explosion fills the sky. But everything else fades away as he kisses you with a slow rhythm that makes your knees weak. His fingers trace up and down your spine, occasionally digging in very slightly as the depth of the kiss increases. The fireworks in the sky are nothing in comparison to what's happening inside you right now. Eventually the two of you pull apart and Eli smiles at you. "Hands down the best start to a year I've ever had."\ <<elseif $var is "eli2">>\ You place a kiss on Eli's cheek, and he smiles before returning it with a light kiss on your forehead. He looks back to the sky before turning back to you. "Easily one of the best starts to a year I've ever had."\ <<elseif $var is "eli3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss him, you're happy to be in his company. You smile at Eli, and he returns it. He looks back to the sky before turning back to you. "Easily one of the best starts to a year I've ever had."\ <<elseif $var is "rota1">>\ Rota can clearly read your mind. "May I kiss you?" she asks, the question is delivered in her usual formal style. You respond by meeting her lips with yours, with a kiss that is anything but formal. She links her fingers behind your neck, pulling you closer. As the kiss deepens you hear her gently moan, and it sends vibrations through your lips. Your fingers tangle into her hair, and for a moment there is nothing and noone but the two of you in this space and time. Rota eventually steps away, her cheeks flushed. "I definitely support this New Year tradition," she says, causing you to laugh. She continues "I hope you know how much meeting you has meant to me. I look forward to lots of Earthbound adventures over the next year. With you, I mean."\ <<elseif $var is "rota2">>\ You place a kiss on Rota's cheek, causing her to blush before returning the kiss. Her eyes are sparkling with the joy of the moment as she says, "I hope you know how much meeting you has meant to me. I look forward to lots of Earthbound adventures over the next year. With you, I mean."\ <<elseif $var is "rota3">>\ Although you don't want to kiss her, you're happy to be in her company. You smile at Rota, and she returns it. Her eyes are sparkling with the joy of the moment as she says, "I hope you know how much meeting you has meant to me. I look forward to lots of Earthbound adventures over the next year."\ <<else>>Your midnight kissing bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10q">>\

<h2>Who you watch the first sunrise of the new year with...?</h2> <div class="box-grid"> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/e9dhN08.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Rota">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/yqGFU7I.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Eli">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/P8T4YEv.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Aayush">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/linvb3C.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Cerri">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("female")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/KTmu6kZ.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Catarina">><</link>> <<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Ig1MiGp.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Alex">><</link>><<endif>> <<if $ro.includes("male")>><<link '<div class="box-ny"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/pSDHxc3.jpg"></div>' 'NY-10a'>><<set $sunrise to "Abe">><</link>><<endif>> </div>

<h2>You watch the first sunrise of the new year with...</h2>\ After watching the fireworks you all return to the party. Time loses all meaning as you go back to dancing and chatting, watching the people you care about so much having the time of their lives. The people. Your domemates. The Dome. How did you get out of the Dome? How are you all here? Lily's here. You can see her right now teaching Alex and Rota how to do the TikTok dance to the song that's playing. So you have to be out of the Dome, right? But why is there something scratching around in your mind, telling you something isn't right? It suddenly feels too hot at the party, like you're surrounded by too many people. You find a quiet space outside and to your shock you realise that the night has passed, and it's sunrise already. The orange glow in the sky looks stunning, and you sit down on the ground to take it in. You hear footsteps and... <<ch "Turn to see who is approaching..." "NY-10b">>\

<<if $sunrise is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush smiles and raises an eyebrow. "What's this? $name giving up on a party? I suppose not sleeping gives me an advantage. Although being out here looks like a much better option. Do you mind if I join you?" As you nod he sits on the ground beside you. "It's beautiful, isn't it? The first sun of the new year. No matter how many new years I've seen, I still always get that sense of hope and possibility." Wait, Aayush can't be in the sun, can he? Won't he, won't he die? It seems that he can read your mind. "Don't worry, I'm safe. I'm not sure how I know that, but I do." He smiles reassuringly and so you push the concern to the back of your mind, instead focussing on enjoying this moment with him.\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe stands behind you, his hands in his pockets. "Sorry am I, uh, disturbing you?" You shake your head and pat the ground beside you. Abe carefully sits before turning his attention to the sky. He inhales. "It's beautiful, isn't it? And so symbolic. The first sun of the new year. We can all be someone new. Correct our mistakes. Be whoever we want to be." You shudder slightly, the cold suddenly hitting you. Abe doesn't miss a beat, quickly shrugging off his jacket and handing it to you without a word. You smile and take it gratefully. As you put it on you marvel at how wonderful it smells. You can't quite place the smell, but it's like being wrapped in the warmest hug in the world.\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex smiles down at you, running a hand through his hair. "Well, I suck at dance routines, apparently? Can I join you instead? As you nod he sits on the ground beside you, resting his hands on the ground behind him, as he leans back slightly, watching the sun. "It's beautiful, isn't it? The first sun of the new year. New hopes, new dreams." You shudder slightly, the cold suddenly hitting you. <<if $touch>>Alex sits up and gently places an arm around you. His warmth soaks into your skin, and you smile at him gratefully.\ <<else>>Alex looks at you. "It's a bit cold, huh? I should have brought a jacket for you. Shall we go back inside?" But you shake your head, this moment is too beautiful to miss.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ Catarina has a shawl wrapped around her shoulders, and she pulls it tighter around her as she smiles at you. "Ah, I see we both decided it was time to escape the chaos of the party that has surely been going on for too long." She sits quietly beside you. "Dawn is always such a special time. I always try to make sure I'm drinking my first tea of the day as I watch the sun rise. Something about this sunrise feels extra special. A new year, with new opportunities. Amazing isn't it?" You shudder slightly, the cold suddenly hitting you. <<if $touch>>Catarina moves closer and gently places an arm around you, bringing her shawl along with it. You move closer to her, grateful for the gesture.\ <<else>>Catarina takes off her shawl and hands it to you. "Don't worry, I can cast a little spell to keep warm." You're not sure it's your style, but appreciate the gesture and wrap it around you.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ Cerri is hopping from foot to foot, her hands stuck in the pockets of her jeans. "That party is getting too much for me. Lily just tried to get me to do some kind of ridiculous dance routine. Do you mind if I, uh, join you?" You shake your head and pat the ground beside you. You both sit in silence at first, when Cerri suddenly breaks it. "My parents always told me that sunrise is the most important time of the day. It's the time to plan what you're going to achieve. How you're going to be the best version of yourself. Start your workout. Sometimes I just wish I could... enjoy the beauty of it." She shudders slightly, clearly cold. <<if $touch>>You move closer to her, your sides ever so slightly touching, so she can benefit from some of our warmth. Cerri pauses for a second, before moving even closer.\ <<else>>You offer to go and find her something to keep her warm, but she shakes her head. "Let's not miss this. It's too beautiful."<<endif>>\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli smiles and throws himself down on the ground beside you. "Ah, in need of a mellow moment, huh? Me too, if I'm honest. But don't tell anyone, I have a reputation as a party boy to uphold. He looks out to the sunrise and inhales, closing his eyes for a moment. "Beautiful, isn't it? The first sunrise of a new year. So much hope and excitement for what's ahead." You shudder slightly, the cold suddenly hitting you. <<if $touch>>Eli moves closer to you and gently places an arm around you. He smells gorgeous. A woody, spicy smell and you immediately feel warmer.\ <<else>>Eli looks at you. "It's a bit cold, huh? Do you want me to see if I can find a blanket anywhere?" But you shake your head, this moment is too beautiful to miss.<<endif>>\ <<elseif $sunrise is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota stands behind you, her hands on her hips, looking every inch the goddess of the sunrise. She looks to the sky and exclaims. "Oh, it's beautiful! Do you mind if I join you?" You shake your head and Rota happily sits beside you. "I wonder what this year will bring us?" She turns to you as if waiting for a response, but then continues without giving you a chance to speak. "I predict it'll be full of adventure. Excitement. But only the best kind." You shudder slightly, the cold suddenly hitting you. <<if $touch>>Rota moves closer and gently places an arm around you. Although she isn't wearing much to protect her from the cold she's surprisingly warm.\ <<else>>Rota looks at you. "It's a bit cold, huh? I don't have anything I can give you for warmth. Shall we go back inside?" But you shake your head, this moment is too beautiful to miss.<<endif>>\ <<else>>Your friendly bug at sunrise ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-10c">>

You sit in peace watching the sun rise, happy to be in $sunrise's company. Well, that is until the sun... just... stops rising. Actually, that's not true, it does move. It falls back down again. And then a voice speaks, and just like that the truth comes tumbling down around you. $boomer. "Well, Buried Lovers, I do hope you've enjoyed your New Year's Eve party, but all good things must come to an end. Please make your way back to your huts." You're still here in the Dome. Of course you are. <<ch "Next question <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-11q">>

<h2>You go home with...</h2>\ You turn around and find yourself looking at the layout of the Dome you've seen so many times before. Pool? Check. Bar? Check. Path that leads to your huts? Check. What is unusual is just how confused your group of domemates look as they take in their new surroundings. Eli scratches his head. "I'm sure I was just having the party of my lifetime. What in the-" Zein shrugs their shoulders. They look exhausted. "Just some more trickery," they say wearily. You notice that Lily is no longer there. Was she a... hologram? You shake your head, suddenly exhausted. It's time to go to that little hut you currently call home. <<ch "As you start walking, by your side matching your pace you find..." "NY-11b">>\

<<if $home is "Aayush">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Aayush</h1>\ Aayush raises an eyebrow. "Well that New Year managed to surpass all others, and there have been a lot." he laughs. "I can't remember a time I shared a celebration with such amazing company, I have to admit." He looks at you out of the side of his eye, a smile playing on his lips.\ <<elseif $home is "Abe">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Abe</h1>\ Abe clears his throat. "That was one of the best evenings I've ever had. If I achieve nothing else, I can take away the fact that I actually went to a party where I felt that I was a part of it, and not an outsider. That's a first for me. Thank you for being such an important part of that." He smiles at you, his eyes dancing with a rare happiness.\ <<elseif $home is "Alex">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Alex</h1>\ Alex grins. "Well that was some night, huh? Real or not. I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say that was the best party I've ever been to. I felt so free to, well, just be me. The company was pretty amazing as well, of course." He looks at you, and you see a faint blush on his cheeks.\ <<elseif $home is "Catarina">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Catarina</h1>\ "Well, well. That was quite a night. I think I might see a few people differently," she pauses and looks to you before continuing, "Abe singing karaoke, Cerri dancing. Unbelievable. All of it. But quite magical. The one thing I'm not sure of is whether that's due to actual magic, or if it's just because of the company. I'm certain I can't think of anyone I'd rather have spent it with." She smiles at you before tightening her shawl around her shoulders.\ <<elseif $home is "Cerri">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Cerri</h1>\ "I don't know how much of that was real," Cerri murmurs as she walks beside you. "I think everything I did was real, although it doesn't seem like something I would do. Unless... unless that's the new me. I had... fun. I can't remember the last time I felt that, not real joy or..." she stops herself from continuing.\ <<elseif $home is "Eli">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Eli</h1>\ Eli still looks completely confused, but you can hardly blame him. "I mean, is it even New Year's Day?" he asks. He shakes his head. "Whatever day it is, that was one amazing party. I can't believe how real it seemed. I suppose the thing that made it was the company, and that was real at least. Well, the most important person is, anyway." He smiles and looks at you.\ <<elseif $home is "Rota">>\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ <center><div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"></div></center> <<endif>>\ <h1>Rota</h1>\ Rota strides along next to you, clearly trying very hard not to overtake you. She laughs. "What fun that was! The things I've now seen and experienced! I couldn't have dreamt that New Year's Eve would feel like that on Earth! To have people who I care about around me to celebrate such a time was the icing on the cucumber. No. Cake. Thank you for being part of it." You see she's blushing with happiness.\ <<else>>Your friendly homely bug ^^\ <<endif>> <<ch "Next <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-11c">>

It really was a lot of fun. The balloons, the gifts, dancing, singing. And not forgetting those fireworks... You're not sure you can remember a time you felt so at home with a group of people. The bond you all share in this weird dome, with $boomer messing with your head really is beyond anything you could have imagined. You quickly reach your hut. As you open your door you remember the rule $boomer has shouted so many times. "No other domemates in your hut!" But it's a new year. A new you. A new you who breaks some of the rules in this place maybe? You turn to $home and smile, walking into your hut, but purposefully leaving the door open. <<ch "Next <i class=\"im im-arrow-right\"></i>" "NY-11d">>

<h1>Happy New Year. Buried Lover!</h1> As we say goodbye to the old, and welcome in the new, we want to wish you the happiest and healthiest 2023. May it bring you all of the wonderful things you deserve. Thank you so much for your support for Buried Love, and for your patience. We hope you've enjoyed this little step back into the Buried Love universe. The characters are all looking forward to spending more time with you in 2023. Hmm... who's that in the corner...? They smile mysteriously. "Well, I don't think we've met yet. But we will. Until then I'll just be the moon in your sky, bringing light into the dark. Happy New Year." Well, we can't wait to see more of them. But for now - thank you for playing and we'll be back soon! <<ch "Back to start <i class=\"im im-sync\"></i>" "Customize">>

<<if settings.roimgyes>> <div class="box-grid"> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"><div class="text"><span class="aayushp">Aayush <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Aayush'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"><div class="text"><span class="abep">Abe <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Abe'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"><div class="text"><span class="alexp">Alex <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Alex'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"><div class="text"><span class="catp">Catarina <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Catarina'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"> <div class="text"><span class="cerrip">Cerri <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Cerri'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"> <div class="text"><span class="elip">Eli <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Eli'>><</link>> <<link '<div class="box"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"> <div class="text"><span class="rotap\">Rota <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></span></div></div>' 'Rota'>><</link>> </div> <<else>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof aayush-t\">Aayush <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Aayush">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof abe-t\">Abe <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Abe">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof alex-t\">Alex <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Alex">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof cat-t\">Catarina <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Catarina">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof cerri-t\">Cerri <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Cerri">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof eli-t\">Eli <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Eli">><</link>> <<link "<div class=\"noimgprof rota-t\">Rota <i class=\"im im-heart\"></i></div>" "Rota">><</link>> <<endif>> <div class="choice" style="margin-top:4em;"><<link "<i class=\"im im-undo\"></i> Return" $return>><</link>></div>

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id='img01' style='width:auto;'> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/9T8jXDf.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/coYIgZC.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/28QUhR2.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/Dth80X5.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/afhWcAR.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/9T8jXDf.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/tr0g2cd.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/coYIgZC.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/oNUHNBk.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/28QUhR2.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="aayush-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Aayush Kapadia</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' He / him<br> ''Age:'' 321 (24 when turned)<br> ''Height:'' 6'2" / 188cm<br> ''Class:'' Vampire <img src="https://i.imgur.com/4UTAQvj.gif" class="iconemojis"><br> ''Occupation:'' CEO<br> ''Location:'' Liverpool, UK</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="aayush-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Aayush Kapadia</span> ''Pronouns:'' He / him ''Age:'' 321 (24 when turned) ''Height:'' 6'2" / 188cm ''Class:'' Vampire <img src="https://i.imgur.com/4UTAQvj.gif" class="iconemojis"> ''Occupation:'' CEO ''Location:'' Liverpool, UK <div class="blockquote aayush-t">//You can live a thousand lives and still experience very little if your heart stays closed. It's time for mine to let someone in.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote aayush-t">//You can live a thousand lives and still experience very little if your heart stays closed. It's time for mine to let someone in.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is he a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is he on Buried Love?'' Aayush has experienced a fairly significant loss in the past, and he closed his heart off and put all of his time and energy into his business instead. However, after seeing the power of true love in two of his friends, he realised that loss is part of love and it's time to open up again. Bored with how easy his life has become, and the circle of rich vampires that surround him, he decided to push himself and applied for Buried Love - hoping to find that person who he can truly open up to again. ''What are his top 5 character traits?'' Confident, charming, passionate, focused, principled. ''What is his love language?'' Giving Gifts - Aayush lives a minimalist lifestyle now after becoming exhausted with the sheer volume of possessions he has in his life, but that doesn't mean he gets any less joy from giving gifts to people he cares about, and he holds his memories of giving people things that make them happy with the highest regard. Money means nothing to him and so he holds as much weight to a small gift with a personal meaning as he does gifting someone a car. The greatest gift of all is receiving his trust. ''What makes him happy?'' The smallest moments shared with others make him the happiest. Anything that helps to remind him of his humanity. Shared laughter, tears and kisses make him happy, and forming connections with people who see beyond his vampire exterior. Due to his persuasive powers he is happy when he feels like someone is enjoying his company for who he is, not because his vampire charms have drawn them towards him. ''What makes him sad?'' Loss of love has brought him a lot of sadness in the past, although that is something that he is coming to terms with. Inequality and poverty make him sad, and he invests all of the profits from his company into supporting families suffering from poverty, particularly in India. He also has a passionate dislike for vampire stereotypes, and sparkling vampires? Forget about it. Although that causes more annoyance than sadness. ''What is his deepest fear?'' That he'll lose control. It's something that haunts him every day, a constant fear that plays at the back of his mind. He hasn't lost control yet. But could it happen? ''What can you expect from a relationship with him in Buried Love?'' Aayush's route is one that will take its time. His naturally passionate nature means that things will get spicy very easily, but he'll withdraw from you if he feels it's going too far. That is to protect you as much as it is to protect him. Breaking through his past pain, and building trust, will be the way to developing something that will last way beyond the dome... and you'll have a lot of fun along the way.</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/Bzsmlg7.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/DaFvwes.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/RIcyG2w.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/0lMuKMk.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/oRhrT0n.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/Bzsmlg7.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/UQ32EMb.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/DaFvwes.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/rEnW3IK.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/RIcyG2w.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="abe-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Abraham Jannsen</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' He / him<br> ''Age:'' 26<br> ''Height:'' 6'4" / 193cm<br> ''Class:'' Human <img src="https://i.imgur.com/lubV4Ii.gif" style="display: inline; height: 1.1em; margin: -2px 0 -6px 0;box-shadow:none;-webkit-box-shadow:none;"><br> ''Occupation:'' Bookshop owner<br> ''Location:'' Berlin, Germany</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="abe-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Abraham Jannsen</span> ''Pronouns:'' He / him ''Age:'' 26 ''Height:'' 6'4" / 193cm ''Class:'' Human <img src="https://i.imgur.com/lubV4Ii.gif" style="display: inline; height: 1.1em; margin: -2px 0 -6px 0;box-shadow:none;-webkit-box-shadow:none;"> ''Occupation:'' Bookshop owner ''Location:'' Berlin, Germany <div class="blockquote abe-t">//We're all hiding from something, and for me it's the past. Can I escape that and live for my future? Can I find someone who accepts me? That's what I'm here to find out.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote abe-t">//We're all hiding from something, and for me it's the past. Can I escape that and live for my future? Can I find someone who accepts me? That's what I'm here to find out.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is he a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is he on Buried Love?'' Abe's father signed him up in an attempt to encourage Abe to break down the wall of isolation he's built around himself since finding out some difficult news. Abe's respect for his father outweighs everything and so he agreed to take part. He's never associated with any supernatural beings before and is hoping that Buried Love will help him to build some bonds and change his world view. Looking for love isn't his first priority, but there is a hidden part of him that is hopeful. ''What are his top 5 character traits?'' Caring, quiet, intelligent, dependable, responsible. ''What is his love language?'' Quality Time - Abe will happily give a person he cares about his undivided attention. For Abe, quality time is curling up together in front of a fire, with a book and a glass of wine. That said - although he's quiet, he'll try anything once and is surprisingly courageous. As long as it's positive time with the person he loves, he's all in. ''What makes him happy?'' Abe is at his happiest when he feels he's made a connection with people, which is why his years of solitude have hurt him so much. He loves quiet chats, and those moments of bonding that can happen over the most random thing. However, since he was eighteen his main happiness has come from reading about history. He's become fascinated by the stories of the past, and in particular the stories of supernatural beings, and how they came to be. Give him a quiet room and an ancient book and he's content. But happy? No. It's going to take someone special to unlock that part of him again. ''What makes him sad?'' Cruelty, prejudice and discriminatory behaviour. Unfortunately he feels unable to step in when he sees it happen, so great is his terror of what he might do, and so he keeps quiet, meaning he carries a constant burden of inaction. His other sadness comes from the lack of meaningful relationships in his life, and that is something he's hoping to change. ''What is his deepest fear?'' Abe has a secret. His greatest fear? People finding out. ''What can you expect from a relationship with him in Buried Love?'' Abe's route is the slowest of slow burns, but it will be worth every moment. He's quiet and considered and will always put MC first. But his fears, and the secret that he carries, are a big burden. When he finds himself at the centre of drama in the dome, it'll be his relationship with MC that gets him through it. And when he drops the fears he carries? That's when he's ready to properly open his heart.</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/yxCCQ2c.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/dK4CWMl.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/a4FStV1.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/LgdZ2Im.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/iTl8XvW.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/yxCCQ2c.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/hJ1yAvm.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/dK4CWMl.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/IlePnQi.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/a4FStV1.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="alex-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Alexandru Lupei</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' He / him<br> ''Age:'' 26<br> ''Height:'' 5'10" / 178cm<br> ''Class:'' Werewolf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/j12CVtZ.gif" class="wolfshadow iconemojis"><br> ''Occupation:'' Waiter<br> ''Location:'' London</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="alex-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Alexandru Lupei</span> ''Pronouns:'' He / him ''Age:'' 26 ''Height:'' 5'10" / 178cm ''Class:'' Werewolf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/j12CVtZ.gif" class="wolfshadow iconemojis"> ''Occupation:'' Waiter ''Location:'' London <div class="blockquote alex-t">//I'm trying to find my place. The place where I'm good enough. When I get there I'll find the person who accepts me for just being me.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote alex-t">//I'm trying to find my place. The place where I'm good enough. When I get there I'll find the person who accepts me for just being me.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is he a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is he on Buried Love?'' Alex has spent too long within the werewolf community and is feeling suffocated by the expectation that he'll follow in his father's footsteps and become the pack Alpha. He sees Buried Love as a way of escaping the suffocation of his family's expectations. He's only ever dated werewolves, and he's hoping that meeting new people will open his eyes to what true love, outside of the pack, can really feel like. Importantly, he's hoping to find someone who accepts him for who he is. ''What are his top 5 character traits?'' Affectionate, protective, warm, empathetic, romantic. ''What is his love language?'' Quality Time. Alex loves nothing more than quiet time with people he cares for. If that quiet time also involves lying under the stars then that's even better. He'll give his partner his undivided attention and will always think of new adventures to take them on so they can experience the world together. ''What makes him happy?'' Alex's happy place is being outside, under the stars, listening to David Bowie. He's a retro boy and loves the music of the 80s. He's happiest when he feels free to explore nature, and has been known to disappear for a few weeks with nothing but a few supplies in a rucksack. Spending time with wildlife helps him recharge and build his strength up to deal with life at his Uncle's restaurant, and the politics of the pack. ''What makes him sad?'' Alex's inner-wolf means that he always feels a bit of torment. The cruelty that comes with the werewolf pack is something he activity fights against, and has become a vegetarian in an attempt to find some balance. Alex hates any kind of segregation or hierarchy, and the thought of being Alpha fills him with dread. But ultimately what makes him saddest of all is the thought that he won't get to follow his own path and be free. ''What is his deepest fear?'' The thought of hurting someone when he's in his wolf form fills him with terror. He's managed to keep it under control until now, but there have been negative influences in his life, including his ex-girlfriend, who have been hellbent on setting it free. ''What can you expect from a relationship with him in Buried Love?'' Alex's nature is gentle and caring, and that will shine through on his route. He'll never waiver from adoring you, so deep is the connection and trust he holds. But expect some pure angst due to the damage a bad relationship has done to him, and his need to reconcile who he really is, and whether that means leaving the pack life once and for all.</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/NWlGIVW.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/AZRLuHc.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/zIPwKNG.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/AXuu8ea.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/09fhYDP.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/NWlGIVW.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/rzeW6i7.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/AZRLuHc.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/l3RMivd.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/zIPwKNG.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="cat-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Catarina Belo</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' She / her<br> ''Age:'' 27<br> ''Height:'' 5'7" / 170cm<br> ''Class:'' Bruxa (witch) <img src="https://i.imgur.com/8CRoQvu.gif" class="iconemojis"><br> ''Occupation:'' Owns a crystal shop<br> ''Location:'' Rio de Janeiro, Brazil</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="cat-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Catarina Belo</span> ''Pronouns:'' She / her ''Age:'' 27 ''Height:'' 5'7" / 170cm ''Class:'' Bruxa (witch) <img src="https://i.imgur.com/8CRoQvu.gif" class="iconemojis"> ''Occupation:'' Owns a crystal shop ''Location:'' Rio de Janeiro, Brazil <div class="blockquote cat-t">//I can have anything I want in the palm of my hand, and yet it amounts to nothing. I'm looking for something... real.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote cat-t">//I can have anything I want in the palm of my hand, and yet it amounts to nothing. I'm looking for something... real.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is she a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is she on Buried Love?'' Catarina is searching for her soulmate. She wants the fireworks, the butterflies, the feeling like the world has stopped spinning. She's had her heart broken in the past and so has built a wall around it. Only the person she feels is her soulmate will be able to breakthrough that wall and form a relationship with her. She's very aware that her magic means that she can sometimes manipulate things in relationships, and so she's chosen to come on Buried Love knowing that her magic will be strictly controlled, and she won't be able to give into temptation and use any of the spells she has on the tips of her fingers. ''What are her top 5 character traits?'' Passionate, loving, generous, captivating, mysterious. ''What is her love language?'' Physical touch - Catarina is all about the tender caresses, the hugs, the slight touches on arms and shoulders. She's very tactile and uses her hands for flirting as well as showing affection. ''What makes her happy?'' Being curled up with her cat, a good book and a glass of red wine. Catarina is at her happiest when she's feeling content and settled. Unfortunately her sense of contentment has been linked to being in a relationship in the past, and so she has worked hard to try and disassociate the two. She also finds happiness in seeing other people overcome their demons and actively works to help people do just that. ''What makes her sad?'' Seeing other people feeling sad. Catarina is incredibly empathic and easily absorbs the emotions of others. It's something she struggles with in the dome, which is why you'll often find her on her own with a cup of tea, or exploring the dome. It gives her a break from the feelings of others. ''What is her deepest fear?'' Catarina has two incredibly deep fears. The first is that she'll lose control of her magic and hurt people. The other is that she won't find the love she's looking for. The idea of missing her soulmate fills her with dread. ''What can you expect from a relationship with Catarina in Buried Love?'' A slowburn. Catarina can be a love interest - but only if you exhibit the traits she's looking for, so make your decisions carefully. You can also expect some frustration as you wait for her to realise what is right under her nose. <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/QB1r9gh.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/M3fVe3a.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/EdbGkTz.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/00r51pz.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/L4u5CKP.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/QB1r9gh.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/ptTQIuD.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/M3fVe3a.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/msnxnjv.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/EdbGkTz.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="cerri-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Cerridwen (Cerri) Blethyn</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' She / her<br> ''Age:'' 24<br> ''Height:'' 5'4" / 162.5cm<br> ''Class:'' Werewolf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/j12CVtZ.gif" class="wolfshadow iconemojis"><br> ''Occupation:'' Personal assistant<br> ''Location:'' London (originally Wales)</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="cerri-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Cerridwen (Cerri) Blethyn</span> ''Pronouns:'' She / her ''Age:'' 24 ''Height:'' 5'4" / 162.5cm ''Class:'' Werewolf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/j12CVtZ.gif" class="wolfshadow iconemojis"> ''Occupation:'' Personal assistant ''Location:'' London (originally Wales) <div class="blockquote cerri-t">//The only thing that matters is the pack. But a female wolf has something more to prove. I have to get to the top. No matter what the cost is.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote cerri-t">//The only thing that matters is the pack. But a female wolf has something more to prove. I have to get to the top. No matter what the cost is.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is she a Love Interest?'' Surely not. Not a girl who is so obsessed with her pack that there's no room left in her heart. Unless... ''Why is she on Buried Love?'' The wolf pack have sent her in to retrieve Alex. They're beyond pissed at Alex for shutting himself away from them and know that his complex past with Cerri will be the thing that breaks him. Cerri doesn't question the demand for a second. It's how things work. The pack bark an order at her and she obeys. But once she's in the dome things might feel a little different for Cerri and perhaps she'll realise her true motivation... ''What are her top 5 character traits?'' Arrogant, brave, loyal, judgemental, passionate. ''What is her love language?'' Cerri's love language is very hidden because she has never allowed herself to really love another person. But under the hard surface her love language is 'acts of service'. She'll do anything to help the people she cares about. No matter how big or small. At the moment that manifests itself in her dedication to the pack, but crack through her heart and her devotion will shine through. ''What makes her happy?'' Feeling accepted. Cerri has to fight hard for acceptance in the wolf community. A petite brunette from Wales could easily get lost amongst the brutality of the pack, but Cerri has worked to earn their respect, and she's at her happiest when she feels like she truly belongs and has a family around her who have her back. Her guilty pleasure is cheesy romantic comedies, but she will only watch them when she's on her own. ''What makes her sad?'' Loneliness and any sense that she isn't good enough, or that she's anything 'less' because she's a woman in a man's world. She has a lot of sadness about how other female werewolves get treated although she doesn't show it in front of the pack. Instead she swallows the sadness down until it eats away at her. ''What is her deepest fear?'' Being cast out of the pack and finding herself alone again. It's something that scares her so much she has nightmares about it happening and will sometimes wake up crying with fear. ''What can you expect from a relationship with her in Buried Love?'' Cerri is hard to get to know, but if you take the time you might be surprised by who she really is under her cold exterior. Crack through the protective shell around her and you might just find someone with a passionate heart and the desire to be truly loved... although you'll have to really want to see it. Forming a relationship of any kind won't be easy, but it can be done!</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/ff8s5gt.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/ZbEy9Y6.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/FvZqX2a.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/jz9GHwJ.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/QU2jgWs.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/ff8s5gt.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/FInu0kd.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/ZbEy9Y6.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/izbUmVP.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/FvZqX2a.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="eli-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Elthalion Half-Elven (Eli)</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' He / him<br> ''Age:'' 25<br> ''Height:'' 5'11" / 180cm<br> ''Class:'' Elf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/SDArPFe.gif" class="iconemojis"><br> ''Occupation:'' Bartender / DJ<br> ''Location:'' Larvik (Norway) / the world</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="eli-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Elthalion Half-Elven (Eli)</span> ''Pronouns:'' He / him ''Age:'' 25 ''Height:'' 5'11" / 180cm ''Class:'' Elf <img src="https://i.imgur.com/SDArPFe.gif" class="iconemojis"> ''Occupation:'' Bartender / DJ ''Location:'' Larvik (Norway) / the world <div class="blockquote eli-t">//I've lived in the shadows of my parents' fairytale for too long. It's time for me to find my own... and the person I want to write it with.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote eli-t">//I've lived in the shadows of my parents' fairytale for too long. It's time for me to find my own... and the person I want to write it with.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is he a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is he on Buried Love?'' Eli loves getting to know new people and was attracted to the idea of doing that in the most intense way possible. He's also all about the adventure... and what bigger adventure than a dating show in a deep sea bubble? However - if you scratch under the surface with Eli it's clear that he's really there chasing the fairytale love that he's seen in his parents... but importantly... he's doing it in his own way, and without their oversight and influence. ''What are his top 5 character traits?'' Adventurous, curious, funny, fearless, perceptive. ''What is his love language?'' Words of affirmation - Eli is confident in the use of language, and will tell anyone who listens how amazing you are, and loves to hear it back. He's not shy about pointing out moments of attraction and can use his words to make your heart stop for a second. Tell him why you care about him and he'll be yours. ''What makes him happy?'' Eli loves being outdoors exploring, and although he normally travels solo, the idea of a round the world adventure with someone he loves by his side is one of his happiest daydreams. He cares about the environment and is happy when he's around people that feel the same. He also loves people watching, and getting to know new people. Eli gets a rush from bartending and he's very good at it. Having a crowd of people in awe while he prepares every drink to perfection gives him a buzz. ''What makes him sad?'' Eli may fight against the expectations of his Elven heritage, but he is proud of the connection he has with the forest he grew up in, and any kind of damage to trees breaks his heart. He once camped out in the branches of an ancient oak free for days in an attempt to stop it being cut down. And if you look really deep inside him - the thing that makes him saddest the most is the idea of losing touch with his parents because of the life he's choosing. ''What is his deepest fear?'' Being trapped. Literally or metaphorically. He can't stand the idea of imprisonment. Which makes a deep sea bubble an even more interesting location for him to have chosen! ''What can you expect from a relationship with him in Buried Love?'' Eli's lack of experience of serious relationships and how they work will mean that things are slow to start. He definitely isn't a player, but his need to only commit himself to 'the one' means that he will keep some of his deeper feelings hidden. But play things right, and he'll be your happy ever after. Until then... get ready for a lot of fun, adventure, oh... and flirting.</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\

<<nobr>><div id="modal01" class="w3-modal" onclick="this.style.display='none'"> <span class="w3-button w3-hover-red w3-xlarge w3-display-topright">×</span> <div class="w3-modal-content w3-animate-zoom"> <img id="img01" style="width:auto;"> </div> </div> <<zoomin>> <</nobr>><div id="gallery"><div class="separate-profiles radiostyle"><<nobr>> <aside class="aside aside-1"> <<if settings.roimgyes>> <div id="cf7" class="shadow"> <img class='opaque' src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/qh7urSX.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/D2JUirg.jpg"/> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/PEh1P0y.jpg"/> <img id="cf7-2" src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg" onclick="onClick(this)" class="w3-hover-opacity" /> </div> <p id="cf7_controls"> <span class="selectedimg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/0vx1hBu.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/OTsOVA1.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/qh7urSX.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/FMx6y3g.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/D2JUirg.jpg'" /></span> <span><img src="https://i.imgur.com/46mSXYt.png" height="50" onclick="document.getElementById('cf7-2').src='https://i.imgur.com/PEh1P0y.jpg'" /></span> </p> <<else>><div class="bio"> ''Name:'' <span class="rota-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Rota Liefsdottir</span><br> ''Pronouns:'' She / her<br> ''Age:'' 25<br> ''Height:'' 6'0" / 183cm<br> ''Class & Occupation:'' Valkyrie <img src="https://i.imgur.com/jpRsJ9t.gif" class="iconemojis"><br> ''Location:'' Asgard</div><br> <<endif>> </aside> <</nobr>>\ <article class="main"><div class="profile">\ <<if settings.roimgyes>>\ ''Name:'' <span class="rota-t" style="font-weight: 900;">Rota Liefsdottir</span> ''Pronouns:'' She / her ''Age:'' 25 ''Height:'' 6'0" / 183cm ''Class & Occupation:'' Valkyrie <img src="https://i.imgur.com/jpRsJ9t.gif" class="iconemojis"> ''Location:'' Asgard <div class="blockquote rota-t">//How can someone be so powerful and feel so weak? It's time for me to find my own strength and follow my heart.//</div>\ <<else>>\ <div class="blockquote rota-t">//How can someone be so powerful and feel so weak? It's time for me to find my own strength and follow my heart.//</div>\ <<endif>>\ </div></article></div> ''Is she a Love Interest?'' Yes. ''Why is she on Buried Love?'' Rota's entire life has been devoted to the Valkyrie and she has started to question whether there is something more. Or someone more. Rota found out about Buried Love during one of her escapes to Earth (she has an obsession with sour sweets and can be found in sweet shops in her full armour) and thought it seemed like the perfect escape. The Valkyrie are too proud to be on television and so Rota applied thinking that it would mean that they would leave her alone, giving her space for the first time in her life. She's never been in a romantic relationship but she's all in when it comes to finding one. ''What are her top 5 character traits?'' Honest, faithful, brave, captivating, straightforward. ''What is her love language?'' Acts of service - love is new to Rota and she'll express it through acts of service. Some little. Some big. Some might even be life-saving. ''What makes her happy?'' Rota is at her happiest when she's around people she can trust and who show her respect. She loves adventure, and also a little bit of danger, and has a hidden rebellious streak, which she loves to set free every now and then. Drinking mead also makes her happy... although don't challenge her to a drinking competition... she'll drink you under the table. She has a strong work ethic, and is happy when she feels that she's done a good job. In Buried Love, nothing will make her happier than spending time with you and discovering all of the little joys that life has to offer. ''What makes her sad?'' Feeling like she'd been lied to, or that people are withholding the truth. ''What is her deepest fear?'' Very little scares Rota, but she is afraid of living her life without experiencing true love. ''What can you expect from a relationship with Rota in Buried Love?'' Rota is an endgame Love Interest. Her route will be full of watching her grow as she experiences new things with the MC and starts to understand what affection and love really are. There will be some challenges in how blunt she is, and how difficult she finds it to read emotion at times, but there's no amount of challenge that outweighs the joy of being with her. Oh, and you should probably prepare for some action-packed drama of mythical proportions at some point in the game because you know... Valkyrie.</div> <<ch '<i class="im im-info"></i> Profiles' 'Profiles'>>\ <<ch '<i class="im im-undo"></i> Return' $return>>\