audio; un: dawnlord

[cartridgerefill]

Ambitions. Aspirations. Determination.

In the face of despair and obstacles, I've watched many fall. To become intimidated, beaten, and broken by their circumstances. Yet, even from the depths of their own personal hell, I have equally witnessed the rise of those who were doubted. My own daughter, for instance, persevered over her limitations. My wonderful, brilliant Prushka was damaged in mind, spirit, and body by the Abyss of my world. Nonetheless, she recovered. Her spirit is most incredible.

In the same vein, I cannot find myself doubting others. I do believe in our own spirits. Our ambitions. Our goals. We are capable of so much.

This is what I adore about humanity, which now extends to other beings and species as I have come to learn of them. Your dreams delight me. They do.

A child's wish to become a princess one day. Another to become a cave diver like myself. Or to see the dawn.

My wish is to support others. Simple, no?

So I wonder: what is your ambition, my fellow Chosen? What do you hope for? What do you aspire to be?

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voice; un:curtaincall (cw: suicidal ideation)

[endcaller]

What do I aspire to be?

Dead, mostly.

[Said with a lilt. Is he joking? No.]

Or a pony.

[cartridgerefill]

Becoming a pony isn't as impossible as you might think, Fandaniel.

[He says it completely seriously. Do you want to become a furry too, buddy?]

Though it begs the question, my friend. Why do you yearn for death so? There is so much fascination I find in life. I truly struggle to understand wanting to die. Though perhaps it is because I have experienced it enough that I cannot relate so easily.

[endcaller]

As have I, if you would know the truth!

One gruesome demise after another for eons. It does grow tiresome after a while. I am just ready for it to end.

[His voice remains level, without any note of sadness to it.]

...As for becoming a pony, I am aware of various methods though the ones I am personally capable of are...mmm...a bit too complicated for my liking. What a shame.

[Chimerically altering himself would be awful but very, very funny he has to admit.]

[cartridgerefill]

Ah, perhaps that is where the disconnect is. You are my elder, so it would seem. Still, nonetheless, I'm grateful that time has allowed us to bond. It's rare to work alongside such a gifted mind. It's my hope you become inspired for awhile longer as you remain in Aldrip for the time being.

If I manage to perform the method I seek for transformative purposes, I will keep you informed. Just in case.

text | un:ryojikun

[luneminary]

I think...my current ambition is to know myself better.

I don't think it's anything grand, or anything concrete, but that is exactly what I need right now. ...I'm not sure what I hope to be at the moment.

It's why I like talking with all sorts of people! By knowing others better, you can see how others perceive you.

<(￣︶￣)>

cw: suicidal ideation

[endcaller]

I assure you my resolve to die is as strong and unbending as refined adamantite but I've no intention of going just yet.

Timing is everything, yes?

And there are still so many questions about this star that remain yet unanswered. Like this transformation method you speak of...

[cartridgerefill]

It delights me to hear this. Wonderful.

Ah, you make a fair point. I am overdue to meet you in your laboratory in any case. If you would like to discuss it there? I would be pleased to discuss it along with the Abyss.

[endcaller]

But of course!

The doors to the Facility are open to you, my friend.

[cartridgerefill]

I absolutely adore your resolve, Ryoji. Good for you.

I do so agree. By knowing others, you can come to know yourself even better. I would be happy to aid you in your quest.

[cartridgerefill]

Marvelous. I shall be on my way.

voice: un: tangofoxtrot

[fleetcaptain]

Honestly, I've been lucky enough to do pretty much exactly what I always wanted to do. If not always in the way I expected to do it. Exploring the galaxy, learning about and forging bonds between very different civilizations, helping some of them learn from earth's mistakes.

Now, I guess I want to leave the galaxy and the people I encountered in it a little bit better than I found them.

[ Clock's really ticking on that one. ]

[cartridgerefill]

A respectable aspiration. And to perform it throughout a galaxy is no small feat. The kinds of people you meet, the possibilities out there. It leaves me to wonder what might be out there when I return home, if I could even conceive the ability for planetary travel. Ah, perhaps a project for the future.

For now, I suppose we have what's just in front of us, but I believe those aspirations still guide us forward.

[luneminary]

(◕‿◕)

We should go hang out some more, Bonedrewd-san! We could go to a cafe sometime!

text | @sephiroth

[aonibi]

What I wanted to be is impossible. Now I'm not sure what to do or to be, and I don't know how to decide that.

[cartridgerefill]

Might I ask what it is you wanted to be?

It seems that many young individuals here do struggle to determine what they want out of their goals. You are not alone in that, if nothing else. And there is always time to develop new wishes.

[cartridgerefill]

I would enjoy that, Ryoji. Are you someone who likes sweet things?

[aonibi]

I'd rather not talk about that, if that's alright. [ .. is he allowed to do that? saying no thank you is still kind of uncomfortable.. ]

That's [ ... ] normal, then?

[cartridgerefill]

Of course. If you decide to change your mind, I'm happy to listen, but I have no interest in badgering you about it.

Quite normal. It's important to know that you don't have to have an answer today, or even tomorrow. It can take time to determine what it is you need for yourself.

[aonibi]

[ oh. that was easy. ]

Thank you.

[ vincent said something similar, that he doesn't have to decide right now. it's nice to have that agreement from someone who has no connection to him at all. ]

I see. That's good to know. I'm still learning what it means to be a person my age, so I don't always know what's acceptable behavior. I've learned quite a lot from observation, though.

[luneminary]

I love all sorts of foods, but sweets are pretty good! ヽ(*・ω・)ﾉ

I've been having fun trying out everything pumpkin spice latte-flavored recently!

text; un: traveler

[startraveler]

Someone who can aid others. I think I'm okay with being just that.

[But his greatest wish is to be finally reunited with his only family.]

un: lcbdante | text

[followyourstar]

I'm not sure.

There's things I want, but I don't know if those count as aspirations. And they're not exactly ambitious either.

[cartridgerefill]

How adorable. I haven't had delicious food in awhile, it'd be nice to spend a meal or two with you.

Oh? I have not tried it. You'll have to introduce me to the flavor.

[cartridgerefill]

Everyone's experiences will always be different than what one might expect. What is socially "expected" and "normal." That is to say, it will be a difficult path to find on your own two feet. My only advice is that truly the best motivator is love. Love for friends, family, or otherwise.

Have you been making friends here?

[cartridgerefill]

An excellent ambition, I think. In what ways would you aid others?