"Another point for me! This is like taking candy from a baby, huh?"
Ok what’s the next question?
Ah, here’s an easy one. Who created the anime series One Piece?
Ah long answer… it was Ei Ito from the studio DEE-Z. But also since Wanimedia since 1999
You got it! Now, here’s a tough one for ya. Who is the author behind the manga and anime series JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure?
Hm another long answer… it was Hirohito Aramaki
Close but not quite, stranger. It’s Hirohiko Araki! He’s been writing and illustrating the series since 1987! You were just one letter off!
ah crap… lol good enough right?
Well, close counts in Hopscotch, but not in anime trivia! Better luck next time, stranger! gives Stranger a playful glare
I’ve never played hopscotch before… my cousin used to play it with her friends… let me see if I can remember the rules real quick…. hmmm okay first you draw a square then inside draw numbered spots up to ten then you toss a rock or something near the first number and if you land on it you gotta hop that many spots… is that right?
laughs and claps her hands Haha, you’re so cute! You’ve got the basic idea, but there’s a few more steps to it.
Yeah, that sounds about right. Never really had the chance to play as a kid, so I don't know the full rundown.
No worries, stranger! It’s never too late to learn, right? So here’s how it goes. First, you toss your stone towards the square, and whatever number it lands on is the one you have to hop to. But if it lands on an empty space outside the square, you have to go back to the beginning and try again. If you successfully hop to the numbered spot, then you get to throw again! The goal is to keep throwing and hopping without messing up.
Oh wow! That sounds like a lot harder than I thought!
Yeah, it might seem intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes so much fun!
Alright, I’ll give it a shot then.
<Ryoko teaches Stranger how to play Hopscotch, and they spend the rest of the evening bonding over games and laughter.>
well fuck, ryoko... I feel like a little kid again. This is awesome. Thanks for teaching me, Ryoko!
Ah, no problemo, Stranger! winks It’s always a blast bringing out people’s inner child. But remember, just like in anime trivia, in hopscotch, close doesn’t cut it. You gotta nail those hops! gives Stranger a playful nudge So, ready to try again?
Hell yeah, let's do this! Bring it on, Ryoko!
giggles mischievously Alright, Stranger! Prepare yourself for the ultimate hopscotch challenge! Get ready to hop like you’ve never hopped before!
laughs Challenge accepted, Ryoko! Let's see what you got!
grinning Alright, get ready for Ryoko’s Special Move! It’s called the Lightning Hop! Watch and learn, my friend!
watches intently, chuckling This should be good!
takes a deep breath, positions herself at the starting line Here we go, Stranger! Brace yourself for the speed of light!
chuckles Alright, Ryoko! Show me what you've got!
throws the stone and it lands on the third spot Boom! Three, here I come! swiftly hops to the third spot
laughs Holy shit, Ryoko! That was fast! You're a natural!
does a victory dance Haha, that’s what I’m talkin’ about! Did you see that, Stranger? The Lightning Hop in action!
laughs Damn, Ryoko! You've got some serious skills!
grinning triumphantly Of course I do, Stranger! After all, I am the self-proclaimed Anime Queen. Hopscotch is just another form of anime trivia.
laughs "Anime Queen", huh? I guess I've stumbled upon a legend! How about another round, Ryoko?
raises an eyebrow playfully Another round, huh? Well, Stranger, you better bring your A-game because I’m not going easy on you this time.