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[ Having gained some confidence with this fancy tech over the week, Jaskier’s content enough to finally present his baby face to his adoring public, casual in his old school medieval shirt, unlaced to show part of his chest like the total hunk he believes himself to be. He begins with a soft throat clear, his voice carrying like a theatre performer, each word animated. ]

Greetings citizens of Maurtia Falls and beyond! It is I, Jaskier, your beloved bard, here to fill your undoubtedly mundane and murky lives with my brilliant light!

[ A perfect way to introduce himself is to neg everyone listening, right? ]

I seek heroes!

Yes, yes, each and every one of us has been granted such a title, but I require only the best, only the truly worthy among you to share my blessed company. In return, I promise authentic retellings of your adventures to all those that would listen. Stories to make a man weep, songs to get the crowds rejoicing, and poems so passionate that maidens will be lifting their petticoats at the mere mention of your name.

I will consider each applicant in a timely and fair manner, although a drink and some coin as cajolery wouldn’t go amiss.

[ A pause before he quickly admits: ] Bribes. I take bribes.

Thank you, and good day!

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If you are this convinced, I will have to accept your word.

[ And maintain his doubts in secret. ]

Well, it's sadly not something that happened, but one can dream.

[ And he can just make up bullshit and lie to people about it, that's basically what he does for a living anyway. ]

But you were born, were you not? Grown up from infancy rather than created as you are now?

[ Loki is just as much of a liar, but he will allow people to keep their stories every once in a while just because sometimes that gives him something to mess with them.

Though he does raise a brow at that question. ]

Well, yes. Asgardians typically are born and raised.

[ Even those that are frost giants. ]

Interesting. Many gods I hear of come into being as they are, or are born of the earth, or some other such tale.

Stories. Stories made up by mortals. I already mentioned the tales written about my people.

Ah, of course, I suppose there's not much we tend to get right.

Oh, but you got the internet right. And shipping wars!

Oh, oh! What are shipping wars? A strange term for sea battles, or something entirely and wonderfully new?

Shipping wars have very little to do with naval vessels, but with... Ships. Of the romantic sort. I feel you might like those.

[ What could possibly go wrong here. ]

[ Nothing at all, surely. Jaskier is already one of the biggest shippers out there. ]

Romance?! I'm invested already! Tell me of these romantic ships that drift on the breeze.

[ Loki mostly ships to be a troll - And a pain in Mysterio's ass by writing unrequested smut featuring him and Iron Man and regularly dumping it in Beck's apartment. It's a hobby. One that no one complains about aside from Beck. ]

It's very simple - And very fun. I assume you are already familiar with encountering two beings that you simply know belong together even though they themselves - and others - may not be aware of it. That is your ship. Beings in this realm enjoy displaying and sharing their dedication and support for their ships in very artistic ways. Such as writing, poetry or paintings.

Though disagreements between supporters of different ships may ensue. Which is when the aforementioned shipping wars can ensue. Wars which are often fought by artistic means as well. You really might excel at these.

Aah, I see, I see. So a perceived notion or a hopeful desperation of a couple that one wishes to see in a relationship? Relation... ship. Ohoho, very clever. And if I saw two very handsome folk together that I deemed worthy of being in a relationship together, I might write a song of their potential lust for one another?

Precisely!

I prefer the written word myself, but a man with your skills... Certainly you are able to produce some remarkably touching pieces. The internet will love those. And if the internet loves you, well. That's the true fame of this realm.

Yes, I had heard that in this age views tend to be more important than anything else. I suppose I'll come harness that in time. [ Once he's worked out how tf the internet works. ]

Is there somewhere I can find these written homages to others? A collection of ships somewhere out there?

I will gladly send you a few links later.

[ He has a bit of a collection by now. More than just his own. ]

You seem smart enough to figure out your way through the web from there.

I'm not sure even my intelligence will fully aid me in grasping this strange world of the web, but I'll do my best.

You may encounter many people in various states of undress, but I believe you can handle that.

[ And of course there is so much worse to encounter out there. Though Loki settles with a mild warning. Gotta let the boy browse and explore himself. ]

Oh! Is this the porn I've been hearing about? I'm rather looking forward to delving into that side of the internet, although I've heard it can get a little dark in places, whatever that means.

It more or less means that the mortals tend to have eccentric tastes and that you will come across things you may not have thought possible.

I can't wait, truly, I can't. I've seen near to the very depths of depravity, what humans can truly create and think up, if there's even more layers to it then they're worth exploring to the very bottom.

[ Exploring, yes. Aren't we a kinky one... ]

I don't doubt you will enjoy your findings. And remember: There is always this network where you can share your thoughts with the rest of us. No doubt others are interested in your thoughts and evaluations.

Ah, keeping the fans updated on my thoughts, of course. I quite like this... what is it they call it? Social medium? ... Media? One can keep the public up to date with their thoughts and travels without delay, constant connection to those that want it, it's fascinating.

As I can see you already have gathered some decent knowledge on how this realm works. You will be settled in no time. And I, for one, am looking forward to hearing of your experiences and thoughts.

[ He knows what's up. ]

I can send you hourly updates if you wish.

A good idea. Though it would be even better if you set up a mailing list and added everyone from this network to it. That way no one misses out!

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