June 2022 Event

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1. SWIMSUIT TROUBLES (1 POINT)

As the city goes through its daily motions, the heat bears down harder and harder while bringing out some increasingly overheated behavior from the local population. Summer is here and the natives are flocking to the shopping district: both as a respite from the scorching temperatures and to stock up on the needed supplies to beat the heat.

That means one noticeable problem: the bathing suits left on the racks aren’t the most fashionable at this point! Suits are scarce and what is left over are the skimpy, the oddly-patterned, a size too small, or all of the above. Then again, you are probably just feeling lucky you aren’t in the Shuten Clan, who have been provided their own precious supply of freshly laundered tiger stripe bikinis. And nothing else.

You may be able to borrow around within your own faction, where the pickings might not be so slim, but are still unlikely to match your personal style. Better hope you ran out to buy something nice when the Daitengu first announced the party.

2. BEACH GAMES (1 POINT)

The indoor beach facility that the Alliance has provided is extraordinary. It’s massive! It seems to extend to the size of an entire soccer field. With the combinations of Kappa tech and Tengu magic, the experience has been made as close to a natural one as anyone could ask for. The heat of the beach feels true to the real world, the sand is white and pure, and the waves rolling in and out are just like the mortal realm. Even the palm trees and beach scrub seem entirely authentic. The vibe is immaculate.

Each faction has their own area set up for meeting and mingling but everyone is welcome to let loose and interact among all the groups.

SHUTEN CLAN

The Shuten Clan has set up their beach fort with food and drinks. The drinks on offer are a particularly strong Oni beer and a few spirits (especially sake). These drinks have been mixed so that anyone who imbibes them will feel a heightened sense of competition and the need to prove themselves!

There are plenty of opportunities to show off:

• Learning surfing with a few knowledgeable Oni.
  
• Volleyball matches.
  
• Shoulder chicken tournaments.
  
• Beer pong.
  
• Drinking contests that never seem to stop.
  
• And friendly scuffles with some of the Shuten who are feeling more rowdy than usual.

In particular, the volleyball matches appear to be the Shuten Clan’s sport of choice. They’re taking these matches deathly serious. With all powers allowed in play, the game is truly deadly with how powerful, how fast, and how fierce those spikes and volleys are. Hold nothing back and leave it all in the ring!

Toraguma himself is here in his tiger striped best! He’s observing the games and taking note of which Shutens do well and which ones shame the clan with their defeat. He’ll give out rewards to those he thinks are exemplifying the pride of the clan. Don’t worry though, if you’re not up to snuff you won’t be punished; except with Toraguma’s obvious disappointment.

TAMAMO CLAN

The Tamamo Clan doesn't disappoint either. Their tiki bar is set up with a far greater variety in stock than the Shutens. Every drink seems to be made to that Lost Soul’s exact tastes. Watch out, this may compel you to pound them back more quickly than normal. The drinks will make you feel much closer to those around you — either in camaraderie, or something more intimate. The Tamamos have arranged a number of floats, inner tubes, and water wings lounging in the water. Enjoy your time together!

When you aren’t relaxing, the Tamamo Clan has also arranged huge buckets of water balloons and have filled their water guns. The instructions are clear: whether sniping from afar or going in on a full assault, go nuts. Especially against the Shutens. Lady Tenkohime herself has a high-caliber, sniper-grade water rifle with her at her lounge chair. She will occasionally pick some unlucky soul to fire off devastating rounds against. She is not soaking them in just water, of course. This is the Tamamo clan’s patented ‘perfume’, which inspires the most amorous feelings.

Finally, the Tamamo have also inspired a spicy wet t-shirt contest. It’s essentially a sexy beauty contest, but given the variety of bodies and hidden ‘talents’ tucked away under everyone’s clothes, it should prove interesting! Tenkohime has described the simple rules:

• One must wear the provided white shirt and only that shirt.
  
• The crowd will soak them down.
  
• And the crowd will judge how well they pull it off.

SUTOKU CLAN

The Sutoku Clan has been given free reign on a fleet of jet skis and paddle boats; perfect for two. There are boogie boards and larger inner tubes ready to be attached to different jet skis. Just be careful, ok?

A large snack bar has been provided with cheerful yokai behind the counter ready and willing to serve up your heart’s desire. There are some strange candies towards the end of the bar, they taste a bit funny but once you eat one you’re compelled to have a few more. These sweets will give you the power to breathe underwater. What is the meaning of this power? Well, you’re in the Alliance, after all, you figure out what’s under the waves.

Sutoku games include things like kan jam and frisbees, but Sutoku Souls are also very much encouraged to participate in the Shuten Clan’s volleyball tournament. Much to Toraguma’s frustration, the Alliance has planted a Tengu referee who seems to really favor the Alliance players over his own. Use your powers liberally.

The Daitengu is in attendance with sunscreen marks on their mask, for some reason. They’re being a total busybody, as usual. They’re really taking the time to chat up Tenkohime and Toraguma, even if the two want to rip each other’s throats out. Could a resolution to the turf war be on the way? One can only hope!

ENMA DEPARTMENT

The Enma is instructing the members of the Department to volunteer (aka voluntold) for lifeguard duty. The shifts are short — it is ultimately a party — and participation will net you both free food and drink from any of the vendors, as well as license to let loose for the rest of the party! The fare provided by the Enma vendors is pretty staid, but it does fill you with the odd need to run down the beach shallows in slow motion. Not sure what that’s about.

There is one further task that is expected of the Enma Department: suikawari. It is a big deal and to be taken seriously! This is the Enma’s favorite beach activity and the only diversion that he cares about. Your guess is as good as anyone’s, but it’s probably because the game resembles a form of execution. Regardless! Every officer is expected to do at least one round of the game as a form of initiation to the Department itself. Captain Shiki hosts the game in the absence of the Enma. Someone should tell her to chill out with that whistle, though.

3. BONFIRE (1 POINT)

As the hosts of the event, the Sutoku Alliance has set up a massive bonfire as the sun begins to set and stars light up the magical sky. There’s a romantic feeling in the air. Things seem as chill as they ever could be, there are no Haniwa in sight! Things feel peaceful for the first time in a while.

A final happy hour is declared, with free libations for everyone to close out the night. It’s time to finish this party in style. For anyone particularly watchful, they may spy the extraordinary sight of Toraguma and Tenkohime together. Off in the shadows while the party rages on, they are sitting together and watching the waves roll in. What could they be discussing? It will remain a mystery, getting any closer to them would be a deadly mistake.

The evening closes without any major incidents. Nothing seems like it could spoil the mood. It almost feels too good to be true.

4. AND THEN... (2 POINTS)

As all the party goers change back into their clothes and exit the facility, there is a rumble of thunder over Jigokucho. The stars are quickly swallowed by a darkening sky and the ground shakes. A minor earthquake? That’s not unheard of but the sky above is looking threatening. Evil. Darkness washes out over the entire city, none of its many bright lights able to cut through. Something is wrong. Something is happening.

A warm rain begins to fall, spattering across you and your surroundings. It becomes quickly apparent that you are not doused with water, but with blood.

The silence is shattered suddenly when a scream cuts across the whole of Jigokucho. An accursed miasma pours out from every direction. Then you see them: the Haniwa. They are everywhere, gazing from every direction, pressing in. Something has gone terribly wrong.

Captain Shiki is the first to act. She makes a call to Kaigo no Bou, but what she hears is enough to freeze her in her tracks.

The containment center deep beneath the tower where the Haniwa were being stored has been compromised. All of the cursed energy that was stored there has leaked out into the city from below. The guards below are dead. No one is answering their radio. It is not just the containment center that has been compromised, but all of Kaigo no Bou.

Captain Shiki struggles to remain calm as she gives out orders. Her entire command structure has been decimated, but she has to keep these people safe. She urges everyone to seek shelter, immediately. Everyone needs to partner up and stick together.

None of the faction leaders present arguments and they enforce this ruling with their Souls. They direct everyone to make their way back to their home base. Shuten to the Arena, Tamamo to Mizukume, and Sutoku to Konoha. There, their faction leaders can protect them.

As for the Enma officers: they are on rescue duty. You will be heading out into the city to rescue as many people as possible from the nightmarish effects of the cursed energy on the city. Captain Shiki will act as their point of command at the indoor beach.

Good luck, everyone.

5. IN THE CURSED NIGHT (2 POINTS)

A rain of blood is sprinkling all around you. It pings off sign posts and garbage bins, it splatters wetly onto the concrete and your face. The scent is pungent and thick; spoiling. It is soaking in to your hair, your clothes, your skin. It is driving you mad: your pulse spinning, breathing short.

There are noises in the impenetrable darkness. Fox feet on the pavement, crow wings shifting on a perch, a stranger's cruel laughter. The dark energy that has swallowed you is bemused by your smallness, is lurking at the edges and waiting for the moment to strike. Hold tight to your fellows, lest in the darkness another hand be placed in yours. Do you know who you walk with? What you walk with?

The Haniwa are watching you from every surface; crowded together as one with their empty eye sockets and open mouths. Their dark eyes turn to follow where you go as you stumble through your nightmares and your delusions. They breathe in your suffering on the air.

Beware the onibi, they will lead you astray.
Beware the grasping hands in the trees.
Beware the whispers in the distance.
Beware the slope to the river.
Beware. Beware.

Welcome to the June event!

• Art by astrono77153462
  
• Special shoutout to vandalisto for coming up with the meat of this event; the beach party. They approached us with this as a player plot, and it was good enough that we made it into the full event for the month. Excellent work, Vandal!
  
• If you have any questions about event content, please ask them here!
  
• If your character participated in the volleyball games, see here! If they participated in the wet t-shirt contest, see here!
  
• If you have questions about the game itself, please check out the premise, FAQ, and rules pages.

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Junpei Yoshino | Jujutsu Kaisen | Sutoku

[moondregs]

Throughout the beach day Junpei is wearing this ensemble (art by Ydris's player Pine!). The sunglasses and flame shirt were Ydris's idea, but the colorful swim trunks were all Junpei's choice.

Basic Ass Beach Prompt

[ Initially, Junpei hadn't been especially thrilled about the beach party. He hadn't been to a beach since he was a kid, and he wasn't an outdoorsy type overall anyway. Over the time that's passed since the announcement, however, talking with others about it had actually gotten him a little excited, so he ends up going. He's even been convinced to get a swimsuit! Miracle of miracles!

Not that he's gotten into the water yet.

No, he's under an umbrella, lounging in a chair and mostly scrolling through his phone. There's a little cooler nearby that he eventually grabs a juice box from, seemingly content to just watch other people do beach things.

Hey, he's here isn't he? That has to count for something. It's actually kind of relaxing, and he might even start to snooze after awhile. He had worked the night shift last night, and it's not like you can tell when he has sunglasses on. ]

Wet T-Shirt Contest

[ With the other activities on offer being a little too ... athletic for a guy who probably never got high marks in gym class, when Junpei hears about the wet t-shirt contest he's intrigued. He's unfamiliar with the concept, and it sounds so easy? After several people in his life have probably told him to get out from under his umbrella and have some fun, he decides to give it a try.

It does not go well.

Afterwards he's walking briskly away from the scene, absolutely pink from embarrassment and trying to cover where the now translucent shirt is clinging to his torso. He needs to get back to where he left his other shirt and at this point he's seriously considering just leaving the party altogether - in short he looks a mess. ]

Bonfire

[ The day ended up being way more eventful than he'd planned for, and yet not as disastrous as he'd predicted. The Night Parade's events were still fresh in his mind, and he honestly was waiting for something catastrophic to happen even when he allowed himself to actually relax for awhile.

But the night is almost over, and he feels the kind of tired you feel when you've spent a day in the sun. The fire is nice, though, and while he knows better than to drink anything 'free' at this point, he can still enjoy the general atmosphere. Keeping his eyes on the crackling flames he finds himself thinking back on his life these past couple of months. The good. The bad. It's mostly good, he supposes, if he weighs them both. He's still in hell, but he has more people whom he cares about and that care about him than he had back home. He has a job he actually enjoys. The future is uncertain, but the now is more stable than he's had in a very long time.

Maybe he's even too tired to be as naturally avoidant of socialization as he tends to be, because when someone sits beside him he doesn't tense up or quickly move. Instead, he speaks to them, although he also could just be talking to himself. ]

I ... think I maybe had fun.

In The Cursed Night

[ Unfortunately, Junpei was not one of the lucky ones to make it to shelter.

He's frozen out in the open, sitting on the ground with his arms wrapped around his knees and his eyes wide in terror. Blood has soaked him. It's running in thick rivulets down his cheeks, down his shirt, forming pools beneath him as he just shivers in place.

Suddenly he'll fall back violently, as if kicked, a loud cry of pain coming from his throat. In seconds he's thrashing about, feverishly begging someone to stop. His body convulses seemingly at random.

Only to him, it's not random.

He's back in school. They have found him, and they're using him for their twisted entertainment once again. Whatever imaginary transgression he's done this time, they're punishing him for it. He's trapped. There's no point in crying out for help. Nobody is going to come. Nobody ever comes. He just has to endure it until they're bored.

Soon he's drenched in blood from tossing and turning on the ground. ]

(( If you'd like some other prompt, feel free to PM me or message me through the Discord server! ))

Bonfire

[localweirdo]

[Meanwhile, Hu Tao was having a blast. It's been a while since she got a chance to enjoy herself without the fear of running her business. Despite her being worried about how her funeral parlor is like without her, she knew it would be in good hands with a certain person around.

With a happy sigh, she decided to sit down and watch the bonfire as she thought about her time here in hell. It was strange, she knew she shouldn't be enjoying herself here. And yet? She couldn't deny there was a sense of worry as she knew something could happen here at any minute. Was there going to be a war? What about all the bloodshed and violence?

She wasn't sure but she knew she couldn't think about it for long. Instead, she looked at the nearest person talking. With a smirk, she leaned in closer toward him.]

But that's a good thing right? You don't seem so sure about yourself.

Bonfire

[moondregs]

[ Apparently he was just talking to himself, because he does jump slightly when Hu Tao responds to him. He recovers quickly, however, albeit looking a little shy about the situation. ]

Well ... there's guilt for doing that in this place. I've told myself what's important is reaching my goal and that I shouldn't get distracted. This was ... definitely a distraction.

[ He hadn't done anything today that was going to really help him in Sutoku, and pleasing the leaders was what was supposed to earn him his promised reward. Even if he grows more dubious about if he or anyone else will actually get their reward as time goes on. ]

[localweirdo]

You goal?

[She said before raising an eyebrow or two. She didn't know if she was intruding on some personal matters but she couldn't help but be curious.]

Mind if I ask what your goal is?

[While she did admire that he had something he wanted to accomplish in hell, wouldn't it better to just relax for now at a beach?]

[moondregs]

[ It always feels weird talking about the reward he was promised for helping Sutoku. He’s never sure if it’s supposed to be kept a secret or not. So he opts to be vague as he turns back to look at the crackling flames. ]

I was promised I would be reunited with someone. Someone I lost in life. It’s really important to me.

[localweirdo]

[As much as Hu Tao wanted to say something, she wasn't sure if she should keep her mouth shut. There were some private matters she knew she should get into and this was one of them.

Still, she couldn't help but to relate to what he said. Her gaze was still on him before she gave a sigh.]

Then I hope you will be reunited with them and that you can tell them you have no regrets.

in the cursed night

[sweetsong]

[ he's afraid, but if he doesn't go out there... well. it's blood. not the kind that he's willing to drink; it feels wrong. memories of running out in the rain with his twin, raising his head to taste the drops on his tongue--- just water, but still. it has some kind of nostalgia attached to it. if his brother was here, would they be doing the same thing here, right now?

probably not. too heckin' scary.

but robin has to find his heart, has to be brave, and it seems that he's been rewarded.

by seeing something that makes his entire body freeze. just for a second. ]

N-no!

[ his voice is a half-cry and half-whine, immediately running over to the fallen junpei. he knows he's putting himself in potential danger as he goes to his knees, wrapping his arms around the other boy and pulling him into his chest. ]

[moondregs]

[ When one of the punks back home would hold him like this, it was usually to hold him steady while they stuck a cockroach down his throat or burnt him with cigarettes. As a result of seeing them instead of Robin his thrashing becomes more wild, crying out in fear. Poor Robin is going to get blood splattered all over him at this rate. ]

Ah ...! No! Don't!

[ His mind is in a fury. This was supposed to be over. They were dead. He was dead. Yet he still had nightmares about these same scenarios almost every night. This time felt different, however. There wasn't that odd haze of dreams and things weren't out of sequence. It felt so much more real.

His day to day existence here wasn't hell. These memories were the true hell. ]

[sweetsong]

I have to... I'm so sorry, Junpei...

[ hold him tight. keep him close, so that he doesn't accidentally hurt himself. the blood is an afterthought, he doesn't care how red he might be getting. what he needs is to reassure the boy, get him out of whatever nightmares he's stuck in, and hopefully... just hopefully he'll be okay.

but how does he do it safely? after all, he's struggling too much. robin's lucky not to have caught an elbow yet. junpei looks so frightened.

he breathes in deeply. the scent of blood is stinging his nose. he'll have to deal with it as he presses his forehead against junpei's. ]

Come on. It'll be okay. I promise.

[moondregs]

[ The touching of foreheads at least confuses him into calming down for a moment. This wasn’t behavior he could correlate with anything his bullies did, and it’s making the illusion waver slightly.

Some part of him recognizes the voice as one he has positive associations with. He’s still quivering and scared, but there are cracks of light seeping in through the darkness. ]

What ... what are you doing? L-let me go ... p-please!

[sweetsong]

... Junpei...

[ robin couldn't throw a punch even if he tried. he couldn't raise a hand at someone as innocent and as sweet as junpei. he's not going to let go, either. that quivering, sad looking boy in his arms... it hurts robin so much. that somewhere, junpei is suffering. a nightmare where he was hurt over and over by faces that he had no choice but to see. no way to hide or escape.

a kiss. lips on lips. last ditch effort when his heart feels like it's breaking. doesn't it work in television shows and movies? where a kiss can somehow save someone from death? well... if it works, then it works.

his feelings are still genuine. ]

wet t-shirt contest

[rainswords]

[ Following the mess that is Junpei, Xingqiu is the sole participant that has left the competition completely dry. He has a free shirt and some drink vouchers for his effort, the shirt he knows what he will do with as for the vouchers he hasn't come to some decision yet which is why he is kind of holding them with disinterest. He knows there is someone ahead of him from the sound of hurried steps but once he gives the tickets in hand a final glance he notices it's that person.

He really had been blunt in making his inquiry that time so he isn't sure if to approach but given the sunny and bright environment perhaps staying off any upsetting topics would make a greeting welcomed? Choice made he hurries after Junpei in an effort to catch up. ]

Junpei! Did you win? You got completely soaked out there.

[ Catching up to him and getting a sight of his expression hints that perhaps he has said the wrong thing once again. Well, he can't always win. ]

Hehe... well, did you get anything?

[moondregs]

[ Junpei wasn't expecting anyone from the competition to follow him. He hadn't noticed Xingqiu was participating, and so there's a look of both surprise and terror when he registers who's speaking to him.

He doesn't answer the question directly - he's much, much too humiliated to possibly care about whatever he'd been handed. ]

That was so ... so ... stupid. I should have known with Tamamo involved it was going to be something perverted.

[rainswords]

[ What a misstep, unusual for him so all he can do is attempt to recover where he erred. Slowly he lowers the vouchers until he can tuck them away into the waistband of his swimwear. There are no pockets! As for the Tamamo Clan, he knows of their focus and dealings. There is one particular area of business he does wish he could break into but... that's not something he will discuss liberally.

Yet knowing of their reputation he won't speak ill of them. ]

They are very particular about their interests. That hasn't been lost on me. But truthfully I only became aware of the rules during the competition.

[ And yet he is completely dry as opposed to Junpei. ]

Would you like my shirt? You look uncomfortable in the one you're wearing.

[moondregs]

[ He does feel a little bad that he snapped, even if it wasn't actually aimed at Xingqiu directly. The other has only ever been kind to him so far, and is continuing to be so even when he's in a foul mood.

The offer is given a shake of his head. That's a little too personal for him with someone he's just met, he knows once he makes it back to Ydris the dragon will be able to help him.

Still, he softens his tone slightly. ]

I didn't really get the gist of it until it was too late. How did you manage to not get any water on you at all? They were dumping so much on me I could barely breathe at one point ...

[rainswords]

[ He would not have minded relinquishing his own shirt since he is wearing something underneath, which explains his disqualification from the contest. Along with not getting wet. Since his offer was declined he doesn't remove his shirt but if Junpei were to change his mind he would immediately hand it over after all a shirt is a shirt. ]

It would be difficult for anyone unfamiliar with such contests to figure things out until the last second... and even then.

[ That is where the only similarities between their experiences lay. Afterwhich things went just fine for Xingqiu. He got the shirt he wanted and he strolled out just the way he entered the competition. ]

There were a lot of people, yes I took notice and they were eager to get those participating completely soaked. If you pierce the rain a rainbow is left. I am familiar with water.

wet tshirt

[apshot]

[ Yeah well Junpei isn't the only one that is leaving rather quickly. Bakugou is too, huffing and puffing. Half and full swears on his lips and looking like a very cranky wet cat.

The difference though is that he's not keeping the shirt on. Oh no. That fucker is coming clean off. ]

Do you even know what the fucking point of that was?

[ Yeap. Totally addressing Junpei since the guy looks as uncomfortable as Bakugou actually feels. But, you know, the only way that is ever going to come out is through hostility and aggression. Because he can't ever sound like he's asking a simple question.

And no. He understands the concept of what just happened but doesn't understand what purpose it serves. ]

[moondregs]

[ The intensity of this guy is a bit much to handle when he’s already feeling upset. Even if the yelling isn’t directed at him he’s flinching noticeably, as if he’s worried Bakugou is going to start throwing punches.

Should he even answer? How is this angry guy going to react? Will he get even more enraged if Junpei ignores him?

Eventually he responds quietly, hoping maybe his tone will settle the other down. ]

To get a look at people’s chests?

[apshot]

[ Oh don't worry. If it looked like for even a moment that Junpei could take a hit? He might have tried to start shit. But since the other teen isn't really the source of the issue - or someone that made him enter - the aggression is coming out in voice only.

And is being taken out on the t-shirt itself; Bakugou's twisting it all up to wring out the excess water. ]

Well no shit. But there's nothing really fucking exciting about that.

[ A chest is a chest, my dude. Everyone has them? ]

[moondregs]

[ Junpei isn't sure if this guy is just clueless about finding someone's body appealing or just prefers other parts. ]

Some people find them ... attractive.

[ Sure, he hadn't realized the point of the contest until it was too late, but he knew very well people liked ogling body parts. If he hadn't been so mortified by the whole thing his eyes would have likely wandered a little as well. ]

It's Tamomo. You should always know with them it's about ... stuff like that.

[apshot]

[ Nope. 100% clueless because muscles are meant for performance. A body is a tool to be utilized and honed for the purpose of training. ...And honestly because Bakugou has no time for dealing with that sort of nonsense. Not when he works hard and studies hard. ]

Then just make people take off their damn shirts. Throwing fucking water on everyone does what?

[ Well there's a more clear answer. Yes, he understands what Tamomo is all about, but that doesn't mean his brain can wrap around it. Or understands the appeal of a shirt that's far clingier than it should be and has the potential to irritate the skin. ]

Fucking gross.

Basic Ass Beach Prompt

[fullgauntlet]

[Meanwhile, Izuku is trying his best to get in a decent volleyball game with the other members of Sutoku that he's met. But he can't seem to get his skills or luck straight because he keeps losing repeatedly. It's been a while since Izuku's been part of a sports game but he's still trying! It's not for lack of power at hitting the balls! Or speed to catch the ones coming his way!

One volleyball does go astray and rolls across the sand until it rolls to a stop after tapping a snoozing Junpei's foot. Izuku jogs up shortly after with a wave.]

Ah, sorry! I lost the ball that time! Can you pass it here?

[moondregs]

[ The ball hitting his foot does startle him awake with a snort, his sunglasses slipping down his nose from how he suddenly jolts.

The grogginess of sleep keeps him from registering the request right away, but when he does he reaches down to scoop up the ball with all the awkwardness of a guy who never excelled in gym class. Thankfully Izuku is near enough even Junpei can manage to toss the ball near enough for him to catch it. ]

Uh, here.

[fullgauntlet]

Thanks!

[Izuku catches it with ease and smiles a bit awkwardly. He tilts his head and then asks...!]

Ah- Would you like to maybe play a game?

[moondregs]

[ Oh no. Junpei wasn’t ready for this level of friendliness. He looks away, scratching the back of his head as he tries to best think of how to politely formulate a response. ]

I’m ... not really great at sports. I don’t think I’d be much fun to play with.