So, here's a thing!
The first part of my new Sims Story*.
Inspired by Shadowrun & Cyberpunk worlds & themes etc. Basically, my Alien squad getting up to shenanigans that I have decided to mash into a story for funsies:
Newt moves in with new roommates VexX and Ambergris, all aliens living on Simterra*. Newt hopes to make a new life for himself and pursue his medical training, and maybe make some friends along the way.
Little does he know that VexX and Amber are actually part of a Runner crew, taking on jobs that frequently involve the underworld and shadier elements of the city...and it often leads to trouble.
*Insert clever title here...TBC *My name for the Sims planet
Anyway, if you check it out, hope you enjoy it!
【Chapter 1: Introductions】
Newt: Well, here goes nothing. I got this? I got this. Okay Newt...just like we practised...Oh! Should I have brought some kind of food as a gift? Have I got time to run to the shop? I wouldn't even know where the shops are here...ugh
Well, that's that then. Guess I'm doing this, gift or not...
Newt walked into the apartment, and was immediately greeted by a man in dark sunglasses with deep grey skin with red markings, and with red hair to match. Newt was an alien himself, but this man looked like no being he had ever seen before. He was so intrigued and realised that he was staring, and his carefully rehearsed introduction ended up tumbling out in a garbled mess...
Newt: Oh...um...helloit'snicetomeetyou, mynameis-
???: Woah! Slow down, kid! You're Newt ain't ya?
Newt: Y-yeah that's me! I live here! Well, sort of. I will live here...um...I'm moving in today!
VexX: [VexX chuckles] Heh, I knew it! Take a breath, Newt, ya found the right place. 'm VexX. Guess we're officially roomies now!
Newt: G-good to meet you! [Newt automatically reaches out to shake hands, and VexX returns the gesture]
VexX: Careful kid, that's my eyeball you're squeezing. One of 'em, anyway! [VexX winks].
Newt: Oh, I'm so sorry! Um... [Newt withdrew his hand, flustered, which only seemed to amuse VexX]
VexX: [VexX laughs] Relax, 'm only jokin' with ya. Seriously, don't worry about it. It ain't like ya expect eyes to be there, y'know? Even with people like us! [VexX eyed Newt's bag and suitcase] Is that all ya stuff? [Newt nods, and VexX nodded back in understsanding] 'kay then, here, let me grab that one for ya and I'll show ya t'ya room.
Newt: That's okay I can manage...don't trouble yourself...um...
Newt quickly realised that his protests were pointless, and he surrendered the bag to his insistent, helpful new housemate.
VexX: So I'll give ya the grand tour later but for now, my room is at the end there, you're next to me 'cause...well, Ambz will explain 'm sure...there ain't all that much to see but it's home, y'know?
Newt's gaze swept over the apartment as his new roommate lead him to his new room, excited. His new home. VexX was right that there wasn't much to see - from here he could see most of the rest of the apartment. His attention snapped back to VexX.
Newt: Sorry...uh, Ambz?
VexX: Yeah, Ambergris, our other [VexX cleared his throat, looked over his shoulder and raised his voice as if addressing someone who wasn't present. The increased volume made Newt jump] ANTI-SOCIAL roomie - I'll drag his ass out of his room so he can say hi, don't ya worry.
Newt chuckled softly - he already felt far more at ease than when he first arrived. He hadn't imagined it going this smoothly! One roommate met, one to go...
VexX: And here it is! Your own personal space. [VexX gestured around the room] It uh, might not look like much but-
Newt: [In almost a whisper] It's perfect.
VexX: I mean uh, I wouldn't go that far but whatever powers your uh, light-speed drive I guess.
Newt nodded, taking in his new space. The furniture was sparse, a shabby bed and chest of drawers and a pokey desk. But to him, it may as well have been a luxury hotel suite. He could work with this - besides, it wasn't like he needed much space anyway.
VexX: I'll leave ya too it so can settle in a bit, and I'll go drag Ambz out...we'll be in the livin' room when you're ready. Ambz might not even be awake, so take ya time.
Newt: [Newt chuckled and smiled] Thanks, VexX. It's been great meeting you.
VexX flashed Newt a grin, showing off rows of spiky teeth. Newt also thought he saw a hint of an otherworldly looking tongue, but it could have been his imagination.
VexX: Yeah, you too - welcome to your new home, kid!
VexX left Newt alone in his new room, clutching the handles of the small bag of belongings he had brought with him. His suitcase was still by the door, but he could grab it later. VexX seemed friendly, even if he looked intimidating. Though he wasn't entirely sure how to feel about the nickname "kid" yet. Especially when VexX didn't seem *that* much older than he was - he hoped it wouldn't stick! But, those were all things to worry about later. For now he had a space of his very own.
Yeah, things were going to work out just fine.
Uhhhh thanks for reading!<3
Special thank you to @occultradio for encouraging me to Do The ThingTM and for being a massive inspiration tbh :).
Thank you to all CC & pose creators!
Onward!
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Stellarun 4 - Old Wounds
Sometime later...
Newt: Hey Amber, just checking in on you. You okay?
Ambergris: I'm...fine
Newt: You don't sound sure...you're not still feeling queasy are you?
Ambergris: ...no
Newt: I've had enough protests from VexX today, don't you start!
Ambergris: Fine, come in.
Ambergris: Siiiiiiiigh. See, I'm fine.
Newt: I'm here if you want to talk. Or I can just keep you company, whatever you need. Also did you just...say "sigh"?
Ambergris: I don't want to...it's stupid...
Newt: Doesn't sound stupid if it's upsetting you.
Ambergris: Ugh, I hate when you say smart things.
Newt: If you're worried about VexX, he's fine.
Ambergris: I always worry about VexX...he's an idiot.
Ambergris sighed heavily and then shuffled to sit up as Newt waited patiently.
Ambergris: Fine. You may as well know - it was going to come up sooner or later. Before you moved in...we had another Roommate. Tangea. He is...was my boyfriend. And a medic, like you.
Newt: Oh...right...I think VexX might have mentioned at some point...
Ambergris: Yeah...the way you came in and started telling VexX off...reminded me of him. Gee would do that too, all the time.
Newt: I mean, it's VexX. He always needs telling off.
Ambergris: You're not wrong.
Newt: What was Tangea like?
Ambergris: Brilliant. Obnoxious. Beautiful...
Tangea & Amber...from before
Newt: I think I get the picture...so what happened? Is he...um...?Ambergris: Dead? No. That would be easier, in some ways. We fought over a decision I made, and he left without saying goodbye...but I knew why. I...I'll admit I've text him a few times but he's never replied. Please don't tell VexX.
Newt: Wow. I had no idea, Amber, I'm sorry. You must really miss him...
Ambergris: More than you could ever imagine.
Ambergris started to sob, and Newt felt himself starting to cry too. Damn pheromones! He pulled Ambergris into a hug.
Newt: Amber...come here. I know it hurts, and I wish I could make it better. But you've got me now, and VexX. When he's not being a moron...
Ambergris: Heh...yeah. We're quite the messy trio, aren't we?
Thank you for reading<3
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TW blood, injury (can't really see much but in case), emetophobia (vomiting mention), squeamishness (Ambz is squeamish).
The following night, VexX returned to the apartment after completing the job. As it turned out, it was a basic milk run job, but he hadn't come out of it entirely unscathed...
VexX: Fuck...that stings like a bitch. Now just gotta hope that no one heard me...
Newt: VexX?
VexX: ...shit
Newt: We were just...oh my stars, what happened to you?!
Ambergris: Aiiieee! VexX! You could have warned meee!
VexX: I'm sorry Ambz...I, uh...got in a fight.
Newt: A fight? Like a bar fight or something?
Ambergris: Oh...that's quite a bit of blood...
VexX: The other guys look way worse. Of course. Heh.
Newt: Jeez VexX...let me check you over!
VexX: Kid, you're cute, but I'm fine. It's just a scratch. 'sides, it should heal fast - accelerated healin', remember?
Ambergris: Ugh, I think I'm gonna vom...
Newt: Amber, you okay?
Ambergris: I get...squeamish...ugh it's so stupid...
VexX: Ambz, ain't nothin' stupid about being squeamish. But you don't need to stay - 'ppreciate the concern though.
Newt: VexX, please let me help. You're hurt. As a Doctor-
VexX: Doctor in training.
Newt: Right, but I still have a duty of care, and you're my friend!
Ambergris: Blurgh...
Newt: VexX Go wait in the kitchen, I'll go and get my kit. And you had better be there when I come back! Amber, go and lie down.
VexX: Damn kid, you ain't messing around.
Ambergris: Yeah...I'll...be in my room...trying not to pass out...
Thanks for reading<3
Pacing, what's that?
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