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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]

I believe this to be an excellent emote! I have a book I am using to learn them, and this is the one I personally choose for the occasion:

｡ﾟ( ﾟ^∀^ﾟ)ﾟ｡

Oh, and please do not feel the need to use the suffix "sama." Whilst it would be befitting my station, something about it sounds very wrong when applied to me (ノ*°▽°*)

[ Ritsuka had used Japanese honorifics with her too... But never sama, strangely enough. Maybe meeting her in person had been too much for them to use that honorific. ]

[unbrokenoaths]

Ah, also an excellent one! It practically exudes jubilation.

[ He's absolutely going to memorize these for later use... ]

You're familiar with this form of address? That's a pleasant surprise. Already we've found some common ground between our worlds. Would "-san" be acceptable? Or perhaps, "-chan"?

[queenofkur]

Yes. My first and only friend originates from Japan, a land where they use such honorifics. They told me a lot about their culture. They usually call me "Ere-chan."

[ Though, from what she understood it might be a tad too familiar for someone she barely knows yet, nice are they are... ]

I believe -san will do for now. Likewise, please do let me know if there is an honorific you would rather I use when addressing you. They do not exist in my native language, this is something I am yet getting accustomed to (・_・ヾ

[unbrokenoaths]

I've heard others here mention such a land. It seems to share quite a bit with the culture of my homeland, Bifrost. It's as if we're a bit acquainted already.

[ Which also means he'll be suspected (correctly) of irreverence if he moves directly to "Ere-chan," so he'll save that. At least for one more meeting. ]

As for myself, there's no need. But if you'd feel most comfortable using one, I could hardly object to -san. But I'd much rather hear about your own culture and how you happened to meet your friend. Perhaps over tea, if you'd like?

[queenofkur]

[ G-Gah...! What she feared is happening. He wants to meet her in person! But exchanging written messages is so nice. She doesn't have to stress half as much and can think of her replies properly.

But she can't say no. Maybe it will go well, after all! She'd been super stressed about meeting Ritsuka the first time, then they'd chatted all night long. Okay. She can do it! ]

Of course! (^_^)

[ ... .... ... ... That's maybe a tad short, isn't it? Okay, she needs to send something else so he doesn't suspect the anxiety that's building up. ]

It should be fun. I'm looking forward to it!

[unbrokenoaths]

[ Was that too high-level a move to attempt? It's not like he can tell from a kaomoji, but that one has a certain simplicity...

Well, practice needs must begin somewhere. Poor thing. ]

As am I. At your leisure, of course. ｡ﾟ( ﾟ^∀^ﾟ)ﾟ｡ I have no wish to overwhelm you with the number of invitations I'm certain you've received from your initial posting.

[queenofkur]

I have received quite a few indeed, it seems people here are truly eager to help. Though, not knowing what I am is certain to be a factor in this as well...

[ She can't imagine all those people would be so willing to help her if they knew what she is. In her era, people all avoided the simple fact of uttering her name out of fear that'd draw the eyes of death upon them. ]

Anyway, I shall be at your disposal when and where you see fit. I have yet to find an occupation in this world, so I have more free time than I ever had in my reality (ノ*°▽°*)