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[queenofkur]

Sender: Ereshkigal
To: Everyone
Subject:

[ There is a strange phenomenon happening with this text entry, what with the header appearing twice. That's because Ereshkigal browsed past entries and figured that she had to write the header herself if she wants to be "Anonymous!" Alas, she is completely unaware her name is in the true sender field for everyone to see. ]

Sender: ANONYMOUS
To: Everyone
Subject: Social Skills

Hello (* ^ ω ^)

Much as I would like to begin by formally introducing myself, I am afraid a most pressing matter led me to pick the quill and put ink on this page. I need assistance with a truly difficult task: engaging in social interactions! (;;;*_*)

I cannot say much lest it reveals my identity, but my line of work is a solitary one that has caused me to become somewhat lacking in what people call "social skills." As such, I believe myself to not be what any sane soul would consider "pleasant" company. Someone as gloomy and evil as myself does not fall under the common conception of a "good person," I am afraid. (｡•́︿•̀｡)

Yet, I very much desire to make friend with as many of you as possible. Unfortunately, mine is a position of such importance, it would be unseemly to openly ask for help when I am supposed to figure out such thing on my own. This is the reason behind this anonymous entry. I realize the suspense behind my identity may be somewhat difficult to bear, and I apologize for any anxiety this might cause you. ｡ﾟ･（>﹏<）･ﾟ｡

I humbly ask that you share with me what wisdom you may have regarding social interactions, so that I may improve and become worthy of friendship and companionship. While I believe this to be a tall order, I shall perpetually strive to improve! Any and all advice are very much welcome. (´｡• ω •｡`)

Thank you for your time. (o^▽^o)

Comments

[queenofkur]

Well if that's the later, they're not a friend are they? (*μ_μ)

[ Friends should truly love you and nothing else!! ]

[burnttoashes]

Most likely not.

[...]

What is that strange series of symbols at the end meant to represent?

[Someone has yet to be introduced to the concept of emoji...]

[queenofkur]

[ Oh, an abrupt and sudden change of topic! That's exactly what was needed with how awkward things were getting. ]

They're called "emotes" or "emojis" or "kaomojis."

They help you express your emotions and feelings through text (* ^ ω ^)

[burnttoashes]

[Because it's easier than actually trying to talk about emotions, that's why!]

Kaomojis... as in 'face'?

[Squinting at it.]

I suppose it does resemble a face if you look at it the right way. Like a face a child might draw.

[queenofkur]

It does, doesn't it (＾▽＾)

You are right on the child-like quality of those faces... I am not sure I'll be able to use them when not under the cover of anonymity!

But until then, I find them quite cute and useful (◕‿◕)

[burnttoashes]

[... yeah, he's not going to be the one to break it to her that she's not as anonymous as she thinks she is. He's not quite mean enough to be That Guy... although honestly, not telling her is... probably kind of making him That Guy.]

Are there any that are meant to represent bears? My sister might find that sort of thing charming. It would seem she's rather fond of bears.

[And that is the only reason he tolerates that wooden bear making surprise appearances around his office...]

[queenofkur]

[ There's a delay... She doesn't know of any bear emotes off the bat! Thankfully, she's already acquired a book that list all know emotes to mankind! And so, ere long: ]

(●￣(ｴ)￣●)

What do you think? There are many bear emotes but that's my favorite (^_^)

[burnttoashes]

[Oh. Oh no. That's kind of cute??? And definitely recognizable as a bear, at least.

But... hmm. After a moment, he gives the bear a couple of additions.]

  n      n
(●￣(ｴ)￣●)

The face is perfect, but the ears make it somewhat more identifiable.

[queenofkur]

Oh wow! It's so much cuter now! (≧ω≦)

[ She 100% approves. Being able to improve on emojis... She's just copying those she sees in the book. She would be jealous if she wasn't busy being impressed! ]

Your sister would love it I am sure.

[burnttoashes]

[And look at this, she's accomplishing her goal of making friends too! ... as much as Nuadha considers anyone a "friend," that is. It's a start?]

Where can one learn more of these? You seem to have no end of different ones.

[queenofkur]

[ Wow, is that how you make friends? But that's totally painless and not stressful like it is usually... Maybe because she's writing. Yes, social interactions should be done through text only! ]

I have found a book that lists a number of them! ＼(￣▽￣)／

You can probably get one easily too. It was totally free!

[burnttoashes]

[Such is the power of two social failures meeting... their social failure is so strong that it somehow comes back around full circle to success.]

Assuming that more than one copy exists here. If not, I may have a need to borrow yours.

[Yeah, about that whole "Anonymous" thing... will she reveal herself, or will he have to goad her into it...]

Surely you wouldn't mind.

[queenofkur]

[ Oh goodness... She'll have to learn every single ones of those symbols by heart if she is to lend the book to him! But she can do it, she knows she can. ]

Should you not find another copy, I will (⌒‿⌒)

A kind soul has just taught me how to send "private messages."

We can plan a meeting through those if it ends up being necessary.