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[glitterpants]

<sub>[ Ending up on a space craft without as much explanation as Karamatsu would have liked (you'll find out quickly he's a wordy one) has undoubtedly sent this (1) NEET into a low-key, anxious fit. His personality and character type isn't fit for a place like this— he has had a hard enough time making a life of his own on Earth, how the hell is he supposed to survive here?
It's a fear that after awhile, he's trying to keep hidden. Nobody can know about it.

It's finally time for him to make his debut to everyone.

He's posed, looking as if he's been practicing (he has) for this moment. He's wearing sunglasses in his quarters, leaning most of his weight on his elbow against the wall and his other hand is on his hip. His communicator is feeding from a distance off, as if it is set on something.
The lighting is dramatic— the composition was impeccable. It was almost as if he was recording himself for a movie picture.

Then, without warning, he begins shitprosing: ]</sub>

Heh.
So divine Fate has brought us all together, hasn't it? It is no problem, as we cannot change the course it has predestined for us. It is for the better that we make the best of it— to love one another with the highest purity— to work together and be cooperative.
I know we can do it. I believe in you.
_{[ He takes a moment to pull out a comb and slick part of his hair back. ]}

My name is Matsuno Karamatsu. I am the second eldest in a litter of sextuplets. I am looking for my beloved, long-lost and long-separated brothers: Osomatsu, Choromatsu, Ichimatsu, Jyushimatsu and Todomatsu, as Mommy would be worried sick to find us all missing but also not all together, either. They should not be hard to fine, ah, as they are all blessed with my handsome face. If you should see one of them, please let them know their dear brother is looking for them.

As for my skills to assist the the best of my ability, I have provided a list for you. I do hope I can do whatever I can for you all as I care for your well-being and our operations at hand! Hmph— I hope you are dazzled and impressed.

_{[ there's a text message following soon after: ]}

MATSUNO KARAMATSU'S SKILLS:
1. MUSICALLY TALENTED: ACOUSTIC GUITAR.
2. DESIGNER: PERFECT FASHION.
3. PROFESSIONAL POETRY.
4. FLOWER ARRANGING.
5. DOOR-OPENER (ALSO DOOR-STOPPER.)
6. GRAVITY CHECKER (FALLING OFF THE ROOF.)
7. TOILER PAPER RE-PLACER.
8. LULLABY SINGER.
9. LOYAL FRIENDSHIPPER.
10. ACTING.
11. CAN CURL TONGUE.
12. CAN DO THE SPLITS.

_{[ as you can see, he's .... really..... struggling to find what he's good at and how he can help since he's a loser, but maybe if he puts a bunch of stuff down, people will think he is awesome. ]}

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[glitterpants]

<sub>[ There's nothing but a chuff of laughter on Karamatsu's end, but then there is some rattling around, a clunk.

And then, a gentle strum of an acoustic guitar. Then, he starts singing (I'm sorry??): ]</sub>

♫ Gentle glasses, nice and sweet,
We're here together, we're gonna meet,
Concerned about me, he seems coy,
Don't you worry, Karamatsu Boy ♫

_{[ now look what you've done.
his singing is okay, but the lyrics are terrible. ]}

[yokunaru]

[What are these lyrics, even. It takes Yuuri a second to realize that they might be about him.]

That wasn't so bad. [He's being optimistic here.] Do you usually write songs about the people you've met?

[glitterpants]

_{[ Yes, Yuuri. They're all about you. ]}
It is one of my unique methods to charm my way into your heart— to make friends.
_{[ which is why he has no friends tbh.. ]}

Are you dazzled?

[yokunaru]

Mmmm yes...? [Why does he sound so uncertain though.]

I'm sure people appreciate the effort you put into writing these songs.

[Ganba, Karamatsu....]

[glitterpants]

_{[ He's oblivious to that uncertain noise. ]}

You would think so— but alas. I'm but a beautiful rose, trampled to the ground, unwanted.
_{[ why does he try to make everything sound cool.. ]}

[yokunaru]

[Your selective hearing is impressive, Karamatsu.]

You have trouble making friends?

[Is what he's getting from all this, apparently. But at least Yuuri can relate to that.]

[glitterpants]

_{[ S-SWEATS PROFUSELY... ]}
A—ah, yes.. it is.. tragic. I have plenty of adoring fans, but I suppose they are too amazed to approach me on an platonic level instead of just.. an introductory level.
_{[ yeah thats it.. ]}

[yokunaru]

[HMM what kind of advice should he give? If Yuuri's honest, he knows he's not...the best at making friends either. Most of his close friends approached him, not the other way around.]

Um, keep trying! Sometimes you'll find friends without meaning to. [a pause.] You could always get to know the other anomaly people like us better before writing songs for them.

[glitterpants]

Ah.. oh no..
Are you saying I damaged our chance to become friends?

_{[ ah... he's extremely delicate, Yuuri. ]}

[yokunaru]

E-eh? [Yuuri just sounds confused.]

I didn't exactly say that... I just meant when you're talking to the other people on board.

[glitterpants]

Ah, I'm sorry. What.. you're trying to say is.. maybe I shouldn't write songs about people I've just met?
_{[ yes that... that is what he just said. ]}

What should I do then? Should I ask them out on a date? A.. friend date?

[yokunaru]

Mmm it's not that. You can't really just... have a routine when you're trying to make friends.

[He's probably not the best person to explain this, to be honest. If only Phichit were here...]

Like I said before, try getting to know them first. Then you'll have more to work with when you work on the lyrics. [A pause, and then--] I guess that means a friend date isn't a bad idea.

[glitterpants]

_{[ hold a second.. ]}
You're saying I should abandon my routine and just allow friends to happen?
_{[ you don't understand.. he wants to show off and almost be somebody else in front of new people so he can leave a lasting impression.. ]}

How are you certain they will actually happen if you just do that?

[yokunaru]

[He can't help but laugh a little at his reaction.]

You can't force friendship to happen. That's why it's special when you connect with someone. If you push someone who isn't interested, then... you just end up making them want to avoid you instead.

[Considering how hard it was for anyone to get Yuuri to open up...he knows this very well.]

[glitterpants]

_{[ It looks like Karamatsu is thinking long and hard about this.. as if Yuuri might have really struck a chord with him. Interesting. ]}

You make it sound if.. you make friends just like that. But it is not easy with me, you see.

audio; --> video;

[yokunaru]

[There's a sigh, before Yuuri changes to the video option.]

Trust me, I don't find it easy, either. I've just been lucky, having some really patient people around me.

also audio video

[glitterpants]

_{[ oh hey.. another Japanese guy. Karamatsu would fall into a pose for Yuuri if he wasn't so engaged in this conversation, so he looks curious more than anything. ]}

I'm not very lucky with much of anything, but..
_{[ a pause. He's never asked somebody to be his friend before.. like a normal person might would. It's Weird, okay. ]}

Perhaps you and I will get along just fine here.

[yokunaru]

[Had Karamatsu simply fallen back on his original way of thinking, Yuuri might have sighed and given up--just because he has patience doesn't mean he knows how to use it all on someone who isn't listening--but this more hesitant side of him convinces Yuuri to give him a chance.

He nods, smiling slightly.]

I think we might, too. I'm Yuuri Katsuki, Matsuno-san.

[glitterpants]

_{[ He's honestly a little thrilled to find another .. average looking Japanese guy. A lot of people he's met here already are.. strange— a little extreme for his tastes (seriously, though. They're all kind of hot.)
Karamatsu thinks he and Yuuri have a lot in common already! (Just wait until he finds out what your career is.) ]}

It's nice to meet you. I think you and I can rely on one another, right?
_{[ a beat, now thinking about what Yuuri said earlier. ]}

I mean, once we get to know each other.. in a completely normal.. way of getting to know people.
_{[ sweats... he's aware he's kind of flashy and quirky but honestly he likes it cause it gives him attention. ]}

[yokunaru]

[He laughs a little. Even with the little stumble there, Yuuri is at least gratified he seems to be taking his advice to heart and actually listening.]

Relying on one another is normal enough when we're all stuck on the ship like this.

[Looking amused--] So, that's a yes.

[glitterpants]

Excellent, then, Katsuki-san.
I will make preparations for us to meet one another in person.. so that we may grow to rely on each other more than just now..!
_{[ He's excited to make friends. ]}

[yokunaru]

[Surprisingly, the slight smile he gives Karamatsu isn't even forced.]

I'll look forward to it, Matsuno-san!