Second Song ( Video )

[hasitsthorns]

[ Those who know Rose might have realized she kind of, uh, dropped off the radar. So to speak. The woman was doing her job, trying to blend in but she’s hit a bit of a hiccup in all that. Asking for help isn’t something she actually likes to do. In fact, she tries to avoid bothering people with her problems at all costs. This time though it’s kind of unavoidable.

At least everyone seems to not be crazy anymore. ]

Hey, everyone! I have... a question, for the masses. [ The smile she started with begins to wane... Gosh, this is a lot harder than she thought it’d be. The blond sighs and runs a hand through her hair and composes herself once more. ]

So, I’m sure I’m not the first one to have this problem, but... Does anyone else have any issues, like, controlling their powers?

[ Well. She feels she needs to explain, so- ]

I mean. I like music. Anyone who knows me knows that. So I like to play guitar and let my voice out around town in cafes, parks... No problem, right? I thought it wouldn’t be. It wasn’t back home. But then I started realizing people are influenced by it. I caused a brawl the other night in a biker bar by singing some Disturbed. The dudes listening to me just got, like, super angry out of nowhere and then started fist fighting!

I didn't really think of it until the other day, I was playing like a, uh, relaxing song in the park and before I knew it people were falling asleep on their feet around me. That's when I realized it was me causing these weird things to happen with my music.

What’s gonna happen when I sing a sexy song, huh? I don’t wanna be in that monthly report thing as the chick responsible for some spontaneous orgy!

[ So, she’s... a lot more panicked about this than she was originally trying to let on. Whoops. ]

I just. I want to keep singing and playing music, but I don’t wanna mess with people! If anyone wants to, like, help me figure it out or give some advice I’d… I’d really appreciate it. Thanks.

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[knifecollecting]

What did your file have to say about it?

[Jo assumes the woman is new, considering the question.]

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[hasitsthorns]

[ Newer. New-ish. ]

I mean, I... kind of. Skimmed through it? It said something about musical inclination, I think, but that just seemed normal!

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[knifecollecting]

[Hmm. Okay.]

So it's just when you're singing? Every time you sing?

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[hasitsthorns]

Uhm, sometimes. Also when I play guitar. And it's not every song, so I don't know.

[freckledninja]

[This video response features a happy green friend who seems to not be brought down by Rose's distress. Maybe the grin will be reassuring to this poor girl? Maybe? He seems eager to help if nothing else.]

What if you only sing dance songs and create the world's best flash mobs? Like the world's biggest Hokey Pokey? Who could be mad about being part of that? I'd be pumped to be in on it!

[hasitsthorns]

[ Well. She can at least appreciate him trying to make light of it. Since if this wasn't her and she was trying to calm down someone else, she'd probably try to find the silver lining too.

She's actually just going to ignore that he's green for right now. That isn't the weirdest thing she's seen here. ]

Okay, so, instantly creating flash mobs would be pretty awesome. I'll give you that. But what if someone, like, has a deep rooted hatred of dance or something?

[freckledninja]

Then you can open their heart to the world of dancing and sweet moves! You can show 'em how rad it is to move that body move that body and make sure it don't hurt nobody!

You got the power to spread the love! That's why you like music, right?

[hasitsthorns]

Pfffft. I like the way you think, dude. [ It's definitely one way to look at things. ]

And, yeah, that's... Well, that's one of the reasons I like it. So I guess you got a point.

I don't know. I'm just worried I'll end up hurting somebody or somethin'. That'd really suck, y'know?

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[baetiful]

I suppose the only thing you can do is focus on what feels different when you play your music. Even if you are tapping into your power subconsciously, something must feel different from usual. Once you identify what that is, you have a better means of controlling it.

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[hasitsthorns]

I. I'll try. I'm just, like, scared now of making people do stuff against their will.

[ One of the downsides to powers where she hadn't though there to be any before. Her original optimistic shine is unfortunately starting to fade just a little. ]

And, I mean, asking people to help is kind of scary too. 'Hey, mind listening to me play music? You might totally want to stab someone or feel like becoming a dancemaster after but don't worry.'

[ Sarcasm is coping, right? ]

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[baetiful]

It seems to depend upon the type of music you are playing, correct? That is at least something you can control. I, personally, would not mind being a quote unquote test subject for your music if you were to play something soothing where upon the only side effect is the risk of falling asleep.

If it could help you to better understand your ability, I would be glad to offer my aid, my lady.

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[hasitsthorns]

[ My lady. Well, that's... not anything she ever thought she'd be addressed by. Huh. ]

I- I can totally do that! [ Lullabies. Soothing songs. She can play those no problem. ] It'd mean a lot. And I'll figure out some way to repay you for your time, or... Uhm. Just thank you for the help.

[ She'd offer to cook something but that'd probably poison him, so. Mmm, better not. ]

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[mantlepieces]

That sounds like an awesome power -- who says messing with people's always a bad thing? Just enjoy it.

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[hasitsthorns]

Look, as a lover of funny harmless pranks I can totally agree sometimes messing with people isn't a bad thing.

[ STILL. ]

But I can't enjoy this! I'm not setting up pranks, I'm just making people do stuff they don't wanna'! That sucks!

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[mantlepieces]

The only difference between what you're doing now and a prank is that you're not letting yourself enjoy it. I mean, come on -- get a little perspective.

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[hasitsthorns]

I don't actually think that's how it works. here's a lot of difference between a perhaps mildly upsetting surprise and suddenly making someone so angry they wanna' fight people or a narcoleptic against their will.

[ Controlling people isn't the same; it isn't fun. Controlling the circumstances, maybe, but pranks are also so everyone gets a good laugh. That bar brawl wasn't a fun time for anyone involved. ]

[bindsthedead]

Speaking as someone with powers tied to music- Mr. Baelish is right. Recognizing when you are- or are not- using your power is the first step to controlling it.

[hasitsthorns]

That seems a lot easier said than done.

[ Especially when you have an aversion to asking people for help. ... And not a lot of people to ask in the first place regardless. ]

But, I mean, I guess it's good to know I'm not alone in the musical powers category at least.

[bindsthedead]

Find volunteers- preferably those with some supernatural awareness- and practice in an isolated area.

And despite what some others have suggested, using a power that controls people for pranks isn't really acceptable.

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[puppydoctor]

Not sure how much I can help, but...

[George has never been great at this speaking thing. He takes a deep breath.]

I'm a surgeon, who can disintegrate things with his hands. And the way I first found out? I accidentally brought down a whole coffee shop, just by leaning against a wall. For weeks, I didn't even want to touch my girlfriend.

You just have to believe in your own self-control, and practice until you figure out how to close it off.

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[hasitsthorns]

[ Oh. Oh, wow. Okay, yeah, that definitely... makes her feel a little better about her powers. That's understandably terrifying though. ]

I'm glad you got it figured out. That sounds, like, super scary. I'm sorry it happened.

But... thanks. I hope I can figure it out, I'm just. I'm not sure how to go about it all, really.

[puppydoctor]

Hey, it's fine. It was months ago.

[Which doesn't really make it fine, of course, but this isn't about his own problems.]

How about you find someone you trust, and practice singing to them until can consciously do it without an effect? Figure out what it feels like, and how to access that part of your brain.

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[matadorable]

your power
it sounds a little like
my own "heartsong" ability

it influences the emotions of others
but i admit
i have not caused others to fight before

[Mostly because heavy metal isn't really his style...]

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[hasitsthorns]

[ Someone else with her ability?! She doesn't even know what hers is called. Man, she really should have read her file... ]

I'm glad some other people have musical abilities
it's nice to not be alone
and also nice to know other music lovers!

i'm not sure if mine affects emotions or
actually does something to people?
like making them sleep or making them fight
it's hard to tell

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[matadorable]

yes
music is my life
so im always happy to play
with a fellow musician

does your file not say
which thing your power does?

[Sometimes people's files are vague, other times they're detailed. It can be pretty hit or miss for some imPorts.]

my abilities
they do a little bit of both
i have discovered
my own intent has much to do with