audience: vane

[becomemod]

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[axeswing]

But how are we gonna be able to do that? Tigger’s team is gonna be down to two.

[becomemod]

That puts at a disadvantage, but that doesn't mean they're out of the game. The ones that are here can keep trying.

And there's no guarantee that there's not another way to help them, either.

[axeswing]

… Sorry.

[ He lowers his head. ]

Things go from bad to worse and I get all pessimistic. It’s totally not like me — especially coming in to whine like this.

Sorry.

[becomemod]

Hey, no, it's okay. I totally get it. It's been really hard on everyone, so don't make it harder on yourself, too. Besides, if there's anyone you should whine to, it's probably me. What else is a leader for?

[axeswing]

[ he'll smile just a little bit ]

Lead us to victory, maybe. [ ARE THEY...... ARE THEY MAKING IT????? ]

[becomemod]

Well... I'm doing my best with that! And we've been in the top three this whole time, so I'd say we're doing pretty good so far.

[axeswing]

No, no, you are! That wasn't a complaint or anything.

[ He'll earn a head pat. Pat pat. ]

You're definitely someone I don't mind following with pride, so yeah!

[becomemod]

[ oh... vane... 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺 ] Really? Even when I had a lead role, I wasn't really a leader... This is all new to me.

1/2

[axeswing]

A lead role? What's that --... [ HE HAS TO THINK BACK TO THEIR DATE ] Oh, like acting?

[axeswing]

But you're generous and kind, and tell us everything you can if you can. You're helpful and hopeful -- and you don't try screamin' or getting upset at anyone if we happen to mess up.

Not to mention you're really inclusive and encourage us! I like that the most about you, too.

Cause in this kinda situation, it's easy to just group together and exclude other people. We kinda see it already happenin'... But we've got Mousy around the dorm, and I definitely wouldn't say no to anyone coming over on your recommendation since I trust your judgement. [ Nod, nod. ] You said it yourself: you still wanna look a way to get a tie, and you make that plenty obvious.

[becomemod]

Mmhm, I'm an actor back home. [ why is vane so sweet!!! kazunari is having a wholeass moment over here, wtf. ] Stop, stoooop! If you say things like that, you're gonna make me blush! [ or something. he's flustered!! ] I'm really not much of a leader... I'm just trying my best, that's all. And leaders are supposed to try to help and encourage you guys, right?

[axeswing]

[ he's stupid ]

Haha, well, for a first timer I don't really have any complaints just yet. If Percy were here he miiiiiiiiight just be a bit pissed... but that's just how he is.

[ anyway ]

So what did you act in?

[becomemod]

Percy? Is that a friend from home? [ sorry to disappoint percy even when they've never met ] Just regular ol' plays. Summer Troupe's all about comedies and fun, so we usually stick with those.

[axeswing]

Haha, Percy and I -- we're kinda complicated? Like we're definitely friends but the quickest way to get me angry is to have a conversation with him.

[ when i tell you that they're my favorite vane ship don't be surprised ]

So that's why you like 'em so much? Man, I would've loved to see ya in action!

[becomemod]

Ohhh, I getcha. That sounds a little like me and Emmy TBH... [ i'm shocked ] I liked comedies even before I started acting! But yeah, that's part of why. [ he laughs weakly. ] I don't think I'd be that great in an action show, though. I'm more of an artist than an athlete. That's all Autumn Troupe.

[axeswing]

TBH... ?

[ EVEN WITH HANA AROUND HE'S STILL CONFUSED ]

Then I'd fit right in with them, if I knew how to act.

But that's still really cool! Do you, like, make the stage or something? I saw you drawin' the other day and it was real cool. I can't even draw a pig.

[becomemod]

To be honest. [ anyway ] Mm, I dunno. I feel you fit the Spring and Summer vibes a little better. You're waaaay too bright to fit in with Autumn. Nope! I don't have powers like that at home, so I just design the posters and website when I'm not in the show. [ taps chin. ] You sure? It's all about technique. Anyone can learn to draw if they put in the effort.

[axeswing]

Well I won't argue with the pro here.

[ i hate that he'd literally be like itaru's my meow meow ]

You can do all that -- wait, what's a website?

I can draw... a bit... if kids ask me and stuff.

[becomemod]

[ itaru is just dva but stinkier. ] Oh. You've had your phone for a few weeks - don't you ever browse online? Like, Instawham, at least? [ ye oldes... ] Anyway, a website's just a page online with information and stuff. We use it for advertising and selling tickets. Can youuuuu draw a fox?

[axeswing]

Instawham... I think Hana mentioned it before, but I'm not really interested.

Uhhhhhhhh. [ no ] Can it have sticks for legs?

[becomemod]

Ahhh. I guess social media really isn't for everyone, huh? But that's okay, Hanapi and I can take plenty of pictures for you. [ he's laughing. ] Sure, sure! Give it your best shot!

[axeswing]

Can I get some paper to give it a shot?

[becomemod]

[ immediately produces his sketchbook! ]

[axeswing]

[ OKAY WELL!!!

He'll try really hard but the only thing that makes this image look less like a cat or dog is that there's an obvious little mark on the fox tail. ]

What do ya think?

[becomemod]

[ this is

a very funny attempt ]

It's cute! [ he's being sincere. ] Missing a few key features, but I like the little guy!