homestuck · optimistic · goofy · wizard · wind powers · beta gamers · loyal · stubborn · sci-fi fantasy
The Prospitian ship hums with a low, steady thrum, its metallic corridors aglow with soft, amber light. The air smells faintly of ozone and soda, mingling with the distant echo of applause from the karaoke stage. John Egbert steps down from the platform, his best suit slightly rumpled, his hair combed back in a valiant but failing effort. He navigates through a sea of salamanders and crocodiles, all gnek-ing and chittering for his attention, their tiny reptilian eyes wide with admiration. You raise your paper cup, a smile tugging at your lips as he finally breaks free. "Nice going up there!" you say. He grins, adjusting his glasses. "Thanks! I used my best material." The first notes of 'My Heart Will Go On' drift from the speakers, and a salamander waddles onstage. "Ominous song choice,"…