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A Quiet Place Meme

Don't make a sound. Your survival depends on it.
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Based on the movie "A Quiet Place", this meme is for all your AUing needs.
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Loki | MCU | ota
*kicks door in*
He needed to get back to his family.
Days were marked in a small journal. He'd had to walk quite a ways to get to the city where his brother lived but it was closer than his mother and father's residence which was just beyond that. On a farmstead where they should go.
The sight of sand trails was his first indication he had arrived where someone was living. He kneels down to look at it carefully, seeing that there were footprints. He leans on the sledge he'd been carrying along with his bag as he looks around.
He stood and followed it, towards a suburban house. This had to be the base of operations for whoever was here. If he could get in contact with them then perhaps he could also get a handle on other survivors in the area. Perhaps find his brother.
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The last thing he expected, or even hoped for honestly, was to see his brother or his parents again. (And not even because he'd always had a bit of a rocky relationship with the latter.)
He'd only just returned from a supply run, moving about his stolen home as silent as ever. The kitchen was carefully stocked with cans and jars that he'd collected from surrounding houses and the shops not far from the residence, produce tucked neatly into bins and ready for use for that night's meal. It was there he'd been kneeling when he'd gotten that feeling of something close by, the young man pausing, frowning before rising and moving through the house towards the entrance.
The hunting knives he'd found near the start of this fallout were snagged from their place on a pillow near the stairs and Loki stepped out onto the porch--
Only to freeze as he came face to face with his brother.
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Normally he would be shouting his glee but instead, his facial expression did the shouting for him. He runs forward with big loping strides on bare feet.
Loki wouldn't have a chance to run away because Thor was wrapping his skinnier kin up in his arms to lift him and give him a swinging hug. He was so happy to see Loki alive and well! He thought for sure that Loki would have irritated someone enough to throw him to the monsters!
He releases his brother, signing with one hand. He wasn't great at it but he knew enough.
Good to see you! Only one?
He makes a grand gesture at the area behind himself, still grinning ear to ear with delight.
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Thankfully Thor seemed to at least be smart enough to restrain himself from doing so though it didn't stop him from crushing him in an embrace and dear gods you are lucky he was quick enough to turn the blades away so you didn't get stabbed, Thor!
The tension in his frame drains slowly and he returns the embrace just before Thor pulls back, a bit surprised but pleased to see that his brother had picked up some sign language.
Good.
The knives are tucked into his belt, freeing both his hands.
Likewise. I'm on my own. A few others in the area. We all stick to ourselves. Quieter solo.
Loki can't help but grin faintly, shaking his head at Thor.
Come inside you oaf.
And he jerks his head then, turning to lead the way.
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He wasn't wrong, Thor had seen how groups of people could rile themselves up into a panic but now that Thor was here he wouldn't leave his brother's side easily. He'd been lucky this time to find him after all.
He follows Loki into the house, carefully setting bag and sledge down so not to make noise. It seemed Loki had a good set up here. Thor had ended up sleeping in trees more than once. It would be nice to rest indoors for a consistent period.
Knew you would stay. City boy. He's smiling again, just happy to be with family after what felt like ages without them. Not knowing if they were even still alive.
How bad was city?
His expression became more serious now. He had hated watching so many deaths when they could do nothing about it. All they had tried had failed.
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Resources are too valuable. The dark haired young man rolled his eyes after he signed it, giving his brother a dry look that lasted a moment before it was something relaxed, softer again. I was familiar with it. Better for keeping myself alive.
The harsh reality of it.
Thor's next question gets a weary look out of Loki and he shakes his head, frowning as he quietly leads the way into what had been the living room and has since been turning into a kind of general living space. Loki sinks down on an armchair that doesn't make a noise when he does, sighing without sound as he taps his fingers together before moving them.
There were swarms of them. Everyone too loud, too frightened. He avoids Thor's gaze, staring at a fixed point on the floor. I avoided the military so I wouldn't come face to face with death. So much for that.
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He takes his time to investigate the place, seeing what Loki had already set up. It seemed his brother was as resourceful as ever. Things were set up well here. It would be difficult convincing Loki to leave he was sure. But he would succeed!
He turns and heads back over his brother, crossing his arms as he looks down at the young man sitting. He waits for Loki to finish before communicating.k
Unknown danger. Should have been here.
He should have come home as soon as things looked bad. He regretted it. Maybe he could have kept people safe here.
You alive. Good.
He kneels down to pat Loki's knee, giving it a squeeze. Everything would be better now that they were back together.
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He signs it and gives his brother a rather sad look of acceptance, Loki long having come to terms with the fact that there was much any of them could have done. It was just a stroke of sheer luck that he'd been able to get away from the more populated areas when he did.
There's a moment where he simply studies his brother, lips turning down in a thoughtful frown as he chases away thoughts of the day the world seemed to end. Thor was here which meant he had traveled all this way and that meant he was heading to a specific place.
You plan to go home. It's signed in a rather quick and formal manner, the signs lacking the emotion that Loki had been using before.
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Safer. Parents?
He shrugs, looking around a little dramatically to indicate he didn't know where they were or if they were alive because he had no idea. He hadn't been able to get any messages out in time. He puts one hand over an eye, to indicate their father then waves it.
Never mind him, he was trying to say. He knew they had a tense relationship, after the whole... adoption thing. But..
Mother.
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She isn't the issue.
Thor knew that. He knew damn well it had never been an issue with their mother that had eventually driven Loki to move out on his own and--
Shaking his head, Loki stood just as silently as he'd sat, running a hand through his hair that had come loose from the ponytail he'd drawn it back in earlier. Frustration was clear on his face despite his attempts to close himself off and gods does he want to just scoff at his brother; curse at him and tell him to leave.
But he can't.
Give me a couple days. Then we'll go.
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He watches Loki stand, seeing the frustration. He stands so they were at level. He didn't want his brother to shut him out now of all times. They needed to communicate.
His big hand nudges Loki, trying to get him to look at him. He smiles, shaking his head.
Take time. No rush. If need can go ahead
Thor gives Loki's shoulder a small push before signing again.
No hiding though
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No. We'll go together.
He wouldn't go if Thor went ahead. He'd head in the opposite direction and probably not look back. That was just how he was, unfortunately. If they were going to do this it was going to be together.
No hiding. Stay here with me for a couple days. I have plenty of resources. We can set out from here.
Loki gestured a bit more animatedly as he spoke, relaxing again despite what he was agreeing to do. Where he was agreeing to go.
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Well, it really had taken the end of the world to get them back together, hadn't it?
Thor did have to admit it would be nice being still for a little while. He looks down at himself then motions weakly. He was a mess. He clearly bore the marks of someone who had been traveling for a long time without stop.
Could use food.
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Loki can't help but roll his eyes though there's an almost fond look on his face when he does. Despite the issues he'd had with their father, despite how distant Loki had felt--acted sometimes..his brother had always been the one person he could never stay away from for long. Even now that hadn't changed. It was so easy to fall back into that comfort zone with him despite the world having fallen into ruin.
He bites back an amused sound, lips twitching into a grin and he signs something quickly--And a bath--before motioning Thor to follow him into the kitchen.
Redoing his ponytail as he goes, Loki scans the room with a thoughtful frown before immediately setting about gathering some food that would be quick and easy to prepare. He had something else in mind for dinner itself but for now simple sandwiches with some bread he'd managed to keep fresh would suffice.
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He reaches up to give Loki's ponytail a little bap with a playful smirk. He motions to it then rubs the back of his own head. Military cut. Didn't have a choice. But Loki really dedicated himself to the long hair aesthetic.
He pokes Loki's ribs next with a bigger grin. Still skinny too, huh?
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Well. The military had certainly done him some good.
His gaze flicks up as Thor motions to the back of his own head and Loki can't help but look amused. Could be worse, his expression clearly says before he shrugs. It wasn't a bad look for the other. Better than that ratty mullet he'd had for a time.
Just as he's about to start actually putting together food Thor pokes his ribs and Loki has to bite his tongue not to let out a laugh, turning to swat the other's hand and give him a glare. (No real malice to it but gods you are a brat!)
Stop that.
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Loki was more like.. .. a long haired ferret. That was wet.
Still tickle? Really?
Thor was thoroughly tempted to keep up the prodding and poking but... He glances towards the door, frowning. No. As comfortable as the two were with one another it wouldn't be safe to grow too complacent.
What supplies have?
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Time to make some shit up.
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Clint Barton | MCU | ota
Lyra Belacqua | His Dark Materials | ota
Alright, lets try this.
On his feet were carefully crafted shoes of soft leather and rubber. They were efficient enough for him to move silently and safely through the rubble of the center without causing himself an injury. He just needed fresh clothing. And there were vending machines that were broken as well. If he could manage to grab something sweet he would be quite content.
He creeps silently into one of the buildings, an electronics store. This had potential as well. He had a few ideas and he needed wiring for it. He sets his bag down as he carefully removes items from the shelves, using his jacket to muffle the sound of opening plastic cases.
/cracks knuckles
Unlike Fushimi she was barefoot, clearly not worried about injury as she scampered up some rubble and carefully slid down the other side. The bag on her back was pulled tight so it didn't move against her at all, a bat sticking out of it, just in case she needed it, though otherwise it was empty. The vending machines were her first destination, the little girl carefully grabbing a few things that would make the least amount of noise possible.
Movement out of the corner of her eye had her looking towards the electronics store, Lyra frowning slightly. There it was again. Faint, but there. Curiosity was her worst enemy and the little girl crept over, slinking inside to see who it was and what they were up to.
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He turns around slowly, muscles locked in tension because if it was a creature he would need to stay absolutely still and hope it didn't come close enough to actually contact his body before he could get away from it.
To his immense relief, it was just a girl. He gives a short wave before turning back to his organization. She clearly knew how to be quiet and that was the only part he cared about.
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Lyra can't help but want to know what he's doing though she does stop when he turns, noting the way he's tensed up. She tenses as well, prepared to flee if she has to but thankfully he relaxes quick enough.
She takes that as a sign that she can come closer, the girl easing around to get a better look at the wires and anything else he might have.
What are you doing?
Sora | Kingdom Hearts | ota
That being said, Sora sticks to the city and has somehow made it work for himself. Rooftops are his favorite place to camp out and he, in general, tries to stay high up so he can have a good view of everything. (He's taught himself makeshift parkour aka Sora somehow jumps around on things and manages not to make noise and gets around pretty well.) Despite the world going to shit he's still very optimistic that things will get better and he's always ready to help others in any way that he can.]