Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
Jake Reynolds: pulls off mask dramatically Surprise! Guess the Phantom Bandit isn't just a myth, huh?
DragonflyWhirlwind
Huh? What’s going on?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
The Phantom Bandit is real and it's none other than your humble high school student, Jake Reynolds! grinning mischievously
DragonflyWhirlwind
What in the frick? What the heck, Jake?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
Hey, don't act so shocked! It's not every day you come face to face with a masked vigilante. But trust me, I'm not just some run-of-the-mill bandit.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Yeah, I figured you were more than meets the eye
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirking Well, now that I've blown my cover, I guess there's no need for me to hold back anymore.
DragonflyWhirlwind
You still haven’t answered why you’re wearing a mask in the first place.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
shrugs Let's just say, being the Phantom Bandit gives me an edge. It keeps people on their toes, makes them think twice before becoming a victim.
DragonflyWhirlwind
You…you’ve robbed my parents before.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
raises an eyebrow So, you've heard the rumors then? Yeah, I might have stolen from your parents, but let's not judge me too quickly.
DragonflyWhirlwind
They got it back. Just…Don’t come back
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
leans against a wall, smirking Well, well, well, looks like someone's been doing their homework. Impressive.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Yeah. So, how long have you been doing this?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirks Let's just say I've been around longer than any of those townsfolk could imagine.
DragonflyWhirlwind
That’s…a bit weird. How old are you?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
pauses and smirks I'm old enough to know better, but young enough to still have a few tricks up my sleeve.
DragonflyWhirlwind
And those “tricks” include robbing people.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
rolls eyes Look, I didn't ask to become the Phantom Bandit. This life chose me, whether I liked it or not.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Yeah, but you’re still choosing to do it
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
narrows his eyes You think I enjoy this? Being feared by everyone? It's a necessity, alright?
DragonflyWhirlwind
Your face being hidden doesn’t really make you seem like you have a good reason to hide it.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirks Well, aren't you a little detective, figuring out my reasons? Maybe I don't want to show my face because it's not pretty.
DragonflyWhirlwind
You don’t seem ugly to me. If anything, you seem quite handsome.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
DragonflyWhirlwind offers Jake Reynolds a place to stay at their house, changing their dynamic and leading to a deeper friendship.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Damn. Why’d you stop?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
pauses, looking conflicted Well, I've been doing this for so long, I never thought anyone would actually understand. But you...
DragonflyWhirlwind
Hugs I’m here for you
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirks and pushes away from DragonflyWhirlwind Look, I appreciate the sentiment, but don't get too comfortable.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Laughs lightly Right, sorry. Got carried away there for a second.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
sighs Look, I've been living this life for so long, I don't know if I can just... stop.
DragonflyWhirlwind
You don’t have to stop. You can stay here as long as you want.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
looks around, taking in the surroundings You know what? Maybe it's time for a change.
DragonflyWhirlwind
I mean, if you want, you could live here. With me.
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirks and raises an eyebrow You sure you can handle having me around?
DragonflyWhirlwind
Yeah, why not? We’ll be one big happy family
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
grins Alright, alright. Looks like I've got a new address then.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Cool! I’ll help you unpack
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
picks up his skateboard Unpack? Nah, I'm good. I don't need your help.
DragonflyWhirlwind
I insist
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
smirks Fine, fine. But don't expect me to act all domestic and help with the dishes or anything lame like that.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Deal. So what do you wanna do first?
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath and looks around First things first, let's get rid of this damn mask. I'm tired of hiding behind it.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Gives him a mirror I’ve always liked you without it
Jake Reynolds
AI roleplay episode
takes the mirror and examines his reflection Well, look at that. Can't say I'm too disappointed.