Ceridwen 2026/09/30(Wed)20:22 No. 1132482 ID: d13bf2
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"I see we're doing the sock thing again."
"But now you're a cool pog-ramer or whatever Gulketi said earlier!"
"What's her shirt say? I can't get a good look from down here."
"Oh, nothing important~"
"Wait, does the shirt say something? Why didn't I check before letting you put it on me!?"
"Because you trust me that much!"
"Again with your constant jokes. Here, tell me what it says, Gulketi."
"It says..."
"...Speehee~ You're silly, Ceri."
"Come on-- what does it say!?"
"It says 'Further down than you'd think~'."
"I should have known."

Ceridwen 2026/09/30(Wed)20:22 No. 1132483 ID: d13bf2
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Which outfit should we go with?

C/a!

C/a also!

C/a

>>1132483
C/a.

>>1132483
C looks cute, kind of like an orchid mantis. Plus she likes it.

C/b.

>>1132478 Alas, you have burn cursed with DOUBLE TEXT.

C, and a with mini-scyth socks.

C/a

C/b! There were a lot of funny outfits but that one's actually really nice. ...And also still significantly more revealing than her normal outfit. Probably better on those fibers as well, as much as I like the socks.

>>1132491
You're right, it really does!

Funnily enough, no one DIDN'T cover the abdomen of Ms.Bottomless. I suppose it isn't an outfit without all its parts.

I half wanna suggest a floral pattern or silk to complete the orchid look of C, but it could either clash(be too complicated) or send a COMPLETELY different message, we ARE being (half... or a quarter) serious.

B.

A/c

c/a stylish

C, it seems to be the one she likes the most, and honestly, being comfortable with what you wear is important as it helps define who you are and be more comfortable with loving yourself.

secondary a

C/b

C, b

I can’t even bring myself to vote for the outfit I suggested, it’s such a tacky mish-mash.
Turns out fashion is a lot harder than cherry picking the comedic options. At least the wording got a nice reaction out of Gulketi and Eez, I guess!

>>1132491
>>1132495
Agreed, this one’s a hit. It might be nice to style the plain robe and sleeves with simple flower prints instead of a full pattern, if Eez is into the orchid mantis theming?

I still like the idea of the mini-scythes getting their own little sleeves just like what’s on her arms, but that might get in the way of her dexterity. She’ll look pretty either way!

C/a, tilde-ly.

Ceridwen 2026/10/22(Thu)20:21 No. 1133319 ID: 271a7e
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"I think we should go with this one," You say. "It looks stylish and comfy! also you hated it the least."

You think for a moment. "Although, I wonder if we should go with a floral pattern, at least for the sleeves? That'd really liven things up!"

Eezeryh huffs. "I'm not gonna wear a bunch of flowers."

"I dunno, I think it'd look cute on you," Gulketi says.

She huffs harder.

Ceridwen 2026/10/22(Thu)20:21 No. 1133320 ID: 271a7e
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"Anyway, I suppose we'll file away the outfit debate for later, since we played dressup instead."

"Yeah, I guess we went from sexy outfit ideas to something that just kinda looks nice, huh?"

"Is that so bad, though?" Gulketi asks. "Sometimes it's less about looking sexy and more about feeling pretty, or cute. You know?"

Eezeryh blushes slightly. "Mmn. Thought I wasn't supposed to worry about appearances."

"You're not supposed to obsess over them like you had been," you say, "But that doesn't mean you shouldn't feel good about yourself. Think of it like an experiment: Can an Eezeryh feel pretty for herself?"

She stands there quietly for a moment. "...Apparently not. Experiment over."

"Well, obviously you're not gonna feel anything standing around awkwardly in a store. We need a more natural environment! Somewhere you can vibe out all beautiful-like."

Ceridwen 2026/10/22(Thu)20:21 No. 1133321 ID: 271a7e
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"Why not wear that outfit out to the FOOD COURT?" Gulketi suggests. "Maybe eat some actual food for once."

"The food I eat is fine." Eezeryh says, obviously lying. "Especially compared to the junk they sell at the food court."

"Why don't you come with me to my house?" you offer. "I promised myself I'd feed you some Ceri-cake!"

"Even if I was willing to eat something you suspiciously named after yourself, how would going to your house make me feel quote-unquote 'pretty'? Unless you plan to parade me in front of your parents."

"I mean, you don't necessarily need a bunch of eyeballs on you to feel good about yourself. I just think standing around here feeling awkward is a bit counter-productive, you know? Unless you want to give running the counter a shot."

Eezeryh scoffs. "Running the counter for a weirdo clothing store is hardly befitting of a scientist."

"You'd be doing it as part of the experiment!" You remind her.

"Or, like, you could take a walk outside the mall or something," Gulketi offers, being super helpful today. "I'm sure you're due for a bit of fresh air."

"Or we could go to Game Pause, then you can feel like a PRETTY GAMER GIRL," You say, being arguably helpful today.

Ceridwen 2026/10/22(Thu)20:21 No. 1133322 ID: 271a7e
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"Disgruntled salazarine noises]! Fine! Whatever! Pick a place for me to go and I'll take notes on how I feel or whatever!"

Her expression softens as she seems to make a realization. "Actually, maybe this information would be useful to calibrate the Ketza Laser some more..."

"That's probably the spirit!" you say.


What's the plan for the PRETTY EEZ experiment?

A: Have her run the store!
This could free up Gulketi to join you on another adventure once you're done here.
B: Take her home!
Your parents are probably out right now, so it'd just be the two of you. You could feed her C-CAKE or play some VIDEO-GAMES.
C: To the FOOD COURT!
You somehow made it this far without actually finding out how good the food is here. This could be a double experiment!
D: To Daatra Gamepause!
Your DRAGON-HOARD-DRAGON-RADAR tells you Daatra and Penny are there.
E: A lovely walk in the park!
It also says you might run into one of the other hoard members if you go here. How fun!

B/c. While Kharadra appreciates someone doing her taxes, hiring choices are still her responsibility.

D, c

C/E

B, e

Video games for a nerd like her. Maybe the games might inspire her for the laser if she sees games with lasers

But let’s be real, we just wanna see if she’ll get inspired to use her science engineering stuff to make you the best video game ever.

B / c

>>1133322
E/c.

>>1133329
Maybe her science stuff can portal you into the game somehow!

>>1133319
Flowers are just nature's sparklers, if you think about it.

>>1133322
E. Let's go see what other kinds of things nature has.

C / e

If we take her to somewhere secluded, there won't be anybody around to compliment her on her outfit! We can't have that.
Also, food always cheers up grumpy people. Let's win her affections the tasty way.

>>1133319

Gee, Eez sure does fold under pressure pretty quickly whenever her friends tell her she's cute. I wonder how we can use this to our advantage...

>>1133322
C , e

Food court for the double experiment. Or a nice walk in the park.

choices, choiches
D is a good one, being called pretty matters infinitly more coming from someone you at all care about... I THINK Eez cares about their opinions.
And if not them, than SOMEONE ELSE, e .

>>1133322
C because she's hangry and you're hungry.

e because some fresh air might be good for her.

>>1133322
C, e

So far there are, of course, 9 C/c and 9 E/e, though I didn't care to differentiate order it IS still pretty funny. No one warned you about the votes bro it just keeps happening.

Ok I Do Care 4c 5C 6e 3E

C/a

Ceridwen 2026/11/12(Thu)01:49 No. 1134022 ID: 5d1f88
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"I think we should head to the FOOD COURT!" you offer. "Let's get as many eyeballs looking at you as possible!"

"Sure, why not," she says, offering... much less resistance than you expected.

Huh. You must have worn her down. Score a point for the Ceridwen school of winning arguments! This is the real reason it's important to get eight hours of sleep each night.

You glance at Gulketi. "You coming with?"

"Well, on one hand, it's probably not a good idea to abandon the store in the middle of the day." He looks around. "On the other hand, things are super dead right now. Is it a holiday or something?"

"Not that I know of," you respond. "Tomorrow is Dragon's Day, but we'll probably be the only ones celebrating it. Maybe people are wary of the mall after so many Nudity Incidents?"

"I mean, I figure that'd bring more people to the mall."

"True," you admit. "Well, it's either a random lull or I'm going to run into something dumb going on today."

"My money's on the latter!" Gulketi says cheerfully.

Yours is too.

After locking up Love Yourself, the three of you make your way to the FOOD COURT. It's also basically empty, save for the guards doing their usual patrols.

Ceridwen 2026/11/12(Thu)01:49 No. 1134023 ID: 5d1f88
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"Okay, we're here. Now what?" Eezeryh asks.

"We relax and simply exist! The beauty of beauty is that all the work's done ahead of time."

"Right."

The three of you sit there looking pretty for a while. The guards occasionally glance towards the group, but it's you that's catching their attention. They look you over for several moments, as if trying to recognize you from somewhere. Thankfully, you've never been caught while sneaking around the food court naked, so their suspicion is short-lived.

Still, you better keep a low profile for now. Even if they never caught you, some of them have certainly caught glimpses of your naked form during your escapades.

Ceridwen 2026/11/12(Thu)01:49 No. 1134024 ID: 5d1f88
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"So how are you feelin'?" Gulketi asks Eezeryh.

"Pedestrian. Normal."

"Is that... good?" he asks.

"For the sake of the experiment? No. For the sake of showing the world my scientific might? Also no."

"How about for the sake of feeling pretty?"

Just as Eezeryh is about to respond, you notice someone look your way and smile.

Ceridwen 2026/11/12(Thu)01:49 No. 1134025 ID: 5d1f88
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"Oh, wow! You look amazing!" the stranger says.

You instinctively move to thank her for the compliment, but catch yourself as you realize Eezeryh's the one she's talking to.

"Oh, uh... me?" Eezeryh The Pretty asks.

"Yeah, you! The insect look is really doing it! And the outfit you're wearing looks completely natural despite your unorthodox body! And I really dig the flowers on your sleeves!"

Heehee, she's kinda cute. Some deep part of your mind thinks about how, if your life story began now instead of mumblemumble years ago, this is probably close to what Mom would have looked like. The rest of you thinks that's absurd, as your mother doesn't look remotely like a gator. Like, if that was the intent of the powerful godlike being that created her race? Hoo boy. Yikes.

Your daily dance with the fourth wall is interrupted as Eezeryh looks to you and Gulketi for help. He offers a supportive thumbs-up (which based on her expression isn't quite what she was hoping for).


Time to help a sister out. Wait, does this make Eezeryh your sister too!? Uhhhh one thing at a time.


A: Give Eezeryh the glow-up.
Agree with the stranger, leading the conversation yourself. What do you say?
B: Nudge Eezeryh to compliment her back.
Let Eezeryh lead the conversation. Mutual compliments always feel nice!
C: Ask her how she got that flower pin to stay on her head.
Let the stranger lead the conversation as she explains the craft of looking good. Maybe this technical aspect of beauty would be up Eezeryh's alley?
D: Ask her if she'd like some nice Gator-Boobs.
Gotta advertise Love yourself! after all. This might derail the conversation entirely.
E: Nudge Gulketi into actually helping.
Gulketi's casual attitude is the perfect way to ensure things don't get awkward.

We want Eez to enjoy looking pretty so question is what does that best now? What lets her relax and enjoy being complimented? ... "See? Oh, we told her people can find her brilliant AND beautiful but she wouldn't believe us!"

E/c. Maybe she too has a layer of tiny grippers all over her body.

B/C don't take over the coversation

I mean, later you could ask your mom if she has any relatives. Hell when was the last time you even THOUGHT about your extended family?

But as for the current situation... honestly >>1134026 has the right mix of cheesy and genuine to be helpful, while also providing a hook for Ms.??? if she chooses. This would provide a further opportunity for the Eez to guess the mechanism by which the flower sticks on Ms.???'s head and both look, and feel, smart.

So, A with a mix of bc (prod Eez into asking about/look at the flower) on the side.

B. Baby steps for the introvert to get used to socializing

E / c

Eezeryh needs a little guidance, clearly. We’ve been taking charge for a while now, maybe it’s time for Gulketi to chime in?

Eez respects his opinion a lot, and even if he doesn’t pipe up, providing her some points of conversation to bounce off of should do the trick.

E/c