retrospec

Two questions for Beta Squad.

Have you had Retrospec deliver anything to you that didn't feel like it was yours?
Has anyone tried returning things to Retrospec?

For the record, if you received anything that had a tag of Yuri's Angels attached, no, I didn't send it, no, I don't want it, no, I'm not a spy, no, I don't have a fanclub, no, it isn't a freaking religious affiliation and no, I don't have a secret admirer at Retrospec anymore than I have an explanation for why this happened.

Anyone who feels like trying a return lmk.

Edit: Anyone else named Yuri please contact me ASAP, tyvm.

loudmouths

Keigo Higashino shared a photo.
3/9/17 near Recollé University

So, there are plenty of people who own their own businesses around here! What's the biggest hurdle in owning a small business? Prices? Supply and demand? WRONG. ADVERTISING!! Not everyone has the skills to make an eye-catching ad to grab in those sweet, sweet customers, so what are you to do? Do people even know what your business looks like? Would they be able to pick it out on a map? What about your products?? You can't just expect people to take your word for it, can you?! No!

So, that's where I come in! I, Keigo Higashino, am offering up my impressive photography skills to all of you business owners out there! Check it: that photo was taken last Spring at the lovely, historical and beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen Botanical Gardens by yours truly! Pretty good, right? Now, imagine your business taken with this divine camera I possess! You'd be raking patrons faster than ever!

Of course, my services are also available to those who might not own a business of their own yet, too! Aspiring actors, don't overpay at a studio when you could get top-notch quality headshots from me instead! Musicians, I'll gladly help you create some awesome cover art for your debut single! I'm here to help! Just shoot me a message if you're interested and we can work together to make you shine!

[ ooc; pretend this was posted at a decent time of day, i'm gomen ]

recollecters

( retrospec post )

herdingspacecats

Black Lion Bakery
3/6/17 near Tisse
Introducing Bunny Buns! These delicious Easter treats are made with savory azuki buns baked to perfection and sweet gummy candies. A perfect treat to welcome spring and share with your friends. Bunny Buns are currently on sale; buy 3 get 1 free! Stop by the Black Lion Bakery for yours today!

recollecters

( retrospec post )

youraffection

Yosuke Hanamura shared a video.
02/15 near Recolle High

[ The first thing that should be obvious to anyone viewing this video is that Yosuke Hanamura (

youraffection) is not alone. The second thing may be that he is having a very bad day. It’s a shot of him literally tied to the bottom of the school’s flagpole with several layers of rope that Eleanor Lamb (

notyourutopian) has just finished tying off. Standing off to one side is Yukiko Amagi (

burningblossoms), holding up a small sign stating: 'Local Boy learns a valuable lesson about consent.' She doesn’t say anything yet, but there’s a grimly satisfied look on her face as she looks at the camera.

Yosuke groans, trying to duck his head and hide his face. But let’s be real, who else would it be?

Eleanor gives the ropes a firm jerk once the knot is tied, to make sure they won't come loose without help, and then steps a bit to the side, her hands on her hips as she not-quite-glares at Yosuke. ]

So, Yosuke. What have we learned today?

[ Yosuke grimaces, what’s left of his dignity probably properly trampled under their shoes by now. ] Are you kidding me...?

[ Eleanor glances from him to the camera to Yukiko, then back to him. ] The sooner you answer, the sooner this is all over.

[ Yosuke sighs, hanging his head. ] "Ask first"...

Mmhmm. Ask first because...?

Because if I don’t someone’s going to steal my phone and take embarrassing videos--hey, wait--are you live streaming???

( Boy we sure are livestreaming! This can only end well... )

judicatus

Noah Gabranth
2/10 near Recolle
Given that the developers of this application seem wholly uninterested in filtering children and inexperienced users out of their testing pool, I thought it would be prudent to go over some basic rules for navigating social media safely.

1) Never disclose personally identifying information online. Ordinarily this would include one's full name, but Retrospec has made that a moot point by displaying it at all times. Nevertheless, it is important that you keep other information such as your date of birth, home address, and passwords to your online accounts a private matter.

2) Never post anything that you wouldn't want someone to see. You might think you can just delete it, but once something's on the Internet, it's effectively there forever for anyone and everyone to see. Think carefully before you post.

3) If someone on the Internet wishes to meet with you offline, never go alone. Ensure that you have someone with you, preferably a parent or other trusted adult, and ensure that you'll be meeting in a public, well-lit area in open view. Better yet, don't go at all, as not everyone on the Internet is really who they say they are.

If anyone has any additional safety pointers, you're welcome to add them to this post.

tarotcards

[ In the midst of all the text entries in the network, there is surprisingly a video entry posted in Retrospec this afternoon. When clicking on it, a pair of identical twins (

tarotcards and

covenantal will appear on screen. ]

Hello, Recollé.

In light of Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, we’ve figured that we should host an event.

After all, it’s not Valentine’s Day without dates and unexpected confessions.

[ He says, copying almost word-by-word what a certain uncle said (asides from the 'awkward dates' part because look, he doesn't want to deter anyone from signing up). ]

Or without Cupid helping out. Which is, of course, what we’re here to do.

[ A pause as the two twins look at each other. ]

...Cupids? Or is it just Cupid?

[ A thoughtful pause, and: ]

Cupids.

[ And a nod from the other. They then both face the camera once again. ]

As we're such good and kind Cupids, we have decided to help everyone find their one true love. Therefore, we will be hosting a blind dating event, where no one will be alone for Valentine's Day this year.

Just text us your details and we’ll help set you up with the date of your dreams. Or, you can always give us a friend’s details, too.

[ Said completely deadpan. … is … he serious? Is he joking?? It is impossible to tell. ]

We’ll randomize everyone’s information to find them a date, and let you know on the 13th.

Then on the 14th, you can experience the date of your life. We won't just leave you completely hanging, though. We'll have our own little Cupids booth in the city to guide any unsure or confused little lovers.

[ Then, in unison, the twins both bow their heads and say: ]

We hope you enjoy the event.

[ A few minutes after the broadcast, a little extra text is attached: ]

Which outfit is better? Something more traditional or risque?

It’s important, so please be honest.

( ooc: Souji’s dialogue is in dark blue and Yu’s is in gray. The blind date event details are over here! OOC sign-ups are mandatory to participate, even if there’s an IC sign up here. The deadline is on Feb. 10 at 11:59PM EST so please get your comment in before then. Please reply to this entry as text-only, please! Also, Souji’s player (

tarotcards) will reply to all tags tomorrow so apologizes for the delay! Feel free to ask Ichi (Souji) or Pip (Yu) if you have any questions over here!)

boomboombitch

Katsuki Bakugou
2/6 near Mapel Valley
Why the fuck is everyone freaking out about horses for? I mean, sure, I have an idea that they exist too but do we really need another large animal that can cause havoc when spooked or whatever? Aren't Chocobos enough? So what if other people don't remember them or never heard of them? They're stupid. The whole thing is a huge fucking waste of time to worry over. Just chill.

recollecters

( retrospec post )

recollecters

While you are not required to use any of the following codes while posting to the network, we have collected several that you are free to use if you so choose. As a reminder, the Retrospec network may be accessed from any internet-capable device and is accessible even when the internet cannot be accessed. Posts are visible to NPCs if they are shown them, though they cannot join the network and are incapable of noticing anything odd being discussed or shown. Posts may be private to groups, but anything that is private to one person only should be put in IC inboxes instead. Please remember to warn for content. You can find our Retrospec guide over here.

Codes can be found beneath the cut. Simply replace anything in CAPSLOCK with the requested information. Some codes modified from

cawaii.

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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS

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Bunny Buns

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VIDEO ► no "good deed" goes unpunished

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video ♞ blind dates

WTF Horses

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Black Lion Bakery 3/6/17 near Tisse
Introducing Bunny Buns! These delicious Easter treats are made with savory azuki buns baked to perfection and sweet gummy candies. A perfect treat to welcome spring and share with your friends. Bunny Buns are currently on sale; buy 3 get 1 free! Stop by the Black Lion Bakery for yours today!

Katsuki Bakugou 2/6 near Mapel Valley
Why the fuck is everyone freaking out about horses for? I mean, sure, I have an idea that they exist too but do we really need another large animal that can cause havoc when spooked or whatever? Aren't Chocobos enough? So what if other people don't remember them or never heard of them? They're stupid. The whole thing is a huge fucking waste of time to worry over. Just chill.