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* Someone with AttentionDeficitOohShiny stays focused on the task at hand.
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* The AloofBigBrother is suddenly nice to their younger sibling(s).
* An AxCrazy person is both calm and doesn't want to get violent.
* The BadBoss doesn't harm or threaten to harm their underlings. Double points if they do something [[PetTheDog nice]].
* The BenevolentBoss is unusually mean to their employees.


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* The BigBrotherBully doesn't antagonize their younger sibling(s).
* Someone who has a BigBrotherInstinct doesn't step in to defend and/or protect their younger sibling(s).


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* The ConsummateLiar is unable to hide the truth from someone.
* The ControlFreak doesn't want to be in control or wants to be chaotic.


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* The IneffectualLoner asks for assistance.


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* The LovableTraitor doesn't betray their allies.


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* The MeanBoss does and/or says something nice to their employees.


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* The {{Narcissist}} is either more humbler than usual, shows empathy to someone else, or doesn't care for the attention he's given.


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* The ReasonableAuthorityFigure starts acting obstructive to their team.
* TheReliableOne states that they can't help someone in need.

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* TheBully doesn't target and/or is nice to their victim(s).



* The CoolMask wearer suddenly [[TheReveal removes it]]; one normally in makeup being without also fits this.


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* A CoolBigBro starts acting more [[AloofBigBrother cold]] or even [[BigBrotherBully mean]] to a younger sibling.
* The CoolMask wearer suddenly [[TheReveal removes it]]; one normally in makeup being without also fits this.


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* TheCynic starts to be optimistic.


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* The GracefulLoser takes a loss [[SoreLoser poorly]].


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* A {{Keet}} becomes quiet and/or reserved.


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* A ManChild acts mature.
* The MellowFellow becomes stressed and/or angry.


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* The PushoverParents disciples their child(ren).


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* The SoreLoser takes a loss [[GracefulLoser surprisingly well]].


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* The TokenEvilTeammate performs or suggests a more heroic solution for a problem.
* The TokenGoodTeammate performs or suggests a more evil solution for a problem.
* Someone with a TrademarkFavoriteFood refuses their favorite snack and/or meal.


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* The WellDoneSonGuy doesn't care that their action can lose their parental figure's respect.
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* The ShrinkingViolet[=/=]FragileFlower becomes confident.

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* The ShrinkingViolet[=/=]FragileFlower ShrinkingViolet[=/=]ProneToTears character becomes confident.
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* The PickyEater eats [[DoesNotLikeSpam a food they hate the most,]] and starts liking it.

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* The PickyEater eats [[DoesNotLikeSpam a food they hate the most,]] most]], and starts liking it.

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* TheBore does something interesting.



* TheDitz does something distinctly intelligent and/or sensible.

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* TheDitz does something distinctly intelligent [[SmartBall intelligent]] and/or sensible.sensible.
* A character who DoesNotLikeShoes begins wearing them.



* A character who DoesNotLikeShoes begins wearing them.



* The FriendToAllLivingThings thinks a creature should be destroyed.

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* The FriendToAllLivingThings thinks a creature should be destroyed. Alternatively, creatures stop liking them and may even become scared of them.



* The character with a HairTriggerTemper waves off a slight. Double points if they didn't react or even [[ActuallyPrettyFunny laugh at their]] biggest BerserkButton.

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* The character with a HairTriggerTemper waves off a slight. Double points if they didn't react to, or even [[ActuallyPrettyFunny laugh at laughed at, their]] biggest BerserkButton.


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* The NervousWreck turns into a daredevil.


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* The OnlySaneMan acts wacky.


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* TheSleepless falls asleep, acts sleepy, or claims to be tired.
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* [[TerrifiedOfGerms The germophobe]] goes or touches something filthy.

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* [[TerrifiedOfGerms The germophobe]] goes somewhere or touches something filthy.
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* [[TerrifiedOfGerms The germophobe]] goes or touches something filthy.
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* The InsufferableGenius admits they don't know/are not smart enough to figure out something.

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* The AllLovingHero [[BewareTheNiceOnes wants to kill/hurt someone]].

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* The AllLovingHero [[BewareTheNiceOnes wants to kill/hurt hurt/kill someone]].



* A ComicallySerious person tells jokes.

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* A ComicallySerious person tells jokes.jokes or laughs at someone else's.



* A character who DoesNotLikeShoes begins wearing them.



* The FriendToAllLivingThings thinks a creature should be destroyed.



* The GloryHound lets someone else take the credit.

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* The GloryHound or GlorySeeker lets someone else take the credit.



* The one with a GuiltComplex refuses to take responsibility for their actions.
* The character with a HairTriggerTemper waves off a slight. Double points if they didn't react or even [[ActuallyPrettyFunny laugh at their]] biggest BerserkButton

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* The one with a GuiltComplex refuses to take responsibility for their actions.
actions or accepts that they are not at fault.
* The character with a HairTriggerTemper waves off a slight. Double points if they didn't react or even [[ActuallyPrettyFunny laugh at their]] biggest BerserkButtonBerserkButton.



* The IndyPloy practitioner actually takes time to plan things out.



* The ProperLady [[PrecisionFStrike uses improper language]].

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* The ProperLady [[PrecisionFStrike uses improper language]].language]] or does something improper.



* The character who bemoans WhyDidItHaveToBeSnakes doesn't react to one, even when it's right in front of their face.

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* The character who bemoans WhyDidItHaveToBeSnakes doesn't react to one, even when it's right in front of their face.face, or even attacks it.
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* TheChessmaster makes use of the IndyPloy.

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* The BestFriend antagonizes their best friend or acts like they don't know them.



* TheCasanova, the LovableSexManiac or ChivalrousPervert shows disinterest in sex/romance.
* Somebody with a CatchPhrase doesn't say it at a time when they ordinarily would or [[MangledCatchPhrase says something else instead of their catchphrase]] at a time when they'd usually say their catchphrase. Alternatively, someone (who may or may not have one themselves) [[BorrowedCatchphrase says somebody else's catchphrase]].

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* When there's ABoyAndHisX, the boy or the X starts acting strangely towards their respective buddy.
* TheCasanova, the LovableSexManiac LovableSexManiac, the GoodBadGirl, the person who ReallyGetsAround, or the ChivalrousPervert shows disinterest in sex/romance.
* Somebody with a CatchPhrase doesn't say it at a time when they ordinarily would or [[MangledCatchPhrase [[SubvertedCatchphrase says something else instead of their catchphrase]] (sometimes even [[SelfBotchedCatchPhrase seeming like they're trying to say it but they can't]]) at a time when they'd usually say their catchphrase. Alternatively, someone (who may or may not have one themselves) [[BorrowedCatchphrase says somebody else's catchphrase]].



* The CuddleBug or person with NoSenseOfPersonalSpace respects someone's personal space.



* TheEeyore becomes genuinely happy.

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* TheEeyore becomes genuinely happy.happy and behaves accordingly.



* The GenkiGirl becomes quiet and reserved.

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* The GenkiGirl becomes quiet and and/or reserved.



* The HeavySleeper is awake.
* The CuddleBug or person with NoSenseOfPersonalSpace respects someone's personal space.

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* The HeavySleeper is awake.
* The CuddleBug or person with NoSenseOfPersonalSpace respects someone's personal space.
awakened by something that wouldn't normally wake them up.



* A LazyBum or {{Sleepyhead}} becomes active.



* The NeatFreak doesn't clean up or doesn't care that something is dirty.



* ThePigPen cleans up.



* Someone who speaks in SesquipedalianLoquaciousness doesn't use big words or can't pronounce a big word.



* The SmugSnake loses all of his haughtiness and becomes ashamed of himself.

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* The SmugSnake loses all of his his/her haughtiness and becomes ashamed of himself.him/herself.



* One who practices ThouShaltNotKill takes a life.



* One who practices ThouShaltNotKill takes a life.
* One who TurnTheOtherCheek [[RejectedApology rejects someone's apology]], double points if they said to their offender on that what they did is [[ThisIsUnforgivable unforgivable.]]

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* The TrueCompanions don't get along.
* One who practices ThouShaltNotKill takes a life.
* One who
normally likes to TurnTheOtherCheek [[RejectedApology rejects someone's apology]], double points if they said to their offender on that what they did is [[ThisIsUnforgivable unforgivable.]]



* The one with a VerbalTic speaks normally without dropping a single tic.

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* The one with a VerbalTic [[VerbalTicked speaks normally without dropping a single tic.tic]].

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* The GenkiGuy becomes quiet and reserved.

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* The GenkiGuy GenkiGirl becomes quiet and reserved.


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* The one with a GuiltComplex refuses to take responsibility for their actions.


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* The LeeroyJenkins becomes extremely cautious.
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* The GenkiGuy becomes quiet and reserved.

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* TheCasanova or ChivalrousPervert shows disinterest in sex/romance.

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* TheCasanova TheCasanova, the LovableSexManiac or ChivalrousPervert shows disinterest in sex/romance.


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* Someone with NervesOfSteel or TranquilFury loses their cool or even goes into UnstoppableRage.
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* The ThirdPersonPerson uses a personal pronoun/refers to themselves in the first person.
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* The HeavySleeper is awake.

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* TheTeetotaler [[INeedAFreakingDrink needs a drink]].

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* The SupremeChef makes a food that nobody likes.
* TheTeetotaler [[INeedAFreakingDrink needs a drink]].drink]] or otherwise drinks alcohol.


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* One of ThoseTwoGuys is seen without the other.
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* The UngratefulBastard shows genuine gratitude for once.

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Some classic {{Archetypal Character}}s who might be the cause of this:

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Some classic {{Archetypal Character}}s or characters with a trope associated with them who might be the cause of this:


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* Somebody with a CatchPhrase doesn't say it at a time when they ordinarily would or [[MangledCatchPhrase says something else instead of their catchphrase]] at a time when they'd usually say their catchphrase. Alternatively, someone (who may or may not have one themselves) [[BorrowedCatchphrase says somebody else's catchphrase]].


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* A ComicallySerious person tells jokes.


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* Someone doesn't want their DrinkOrder.
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* The NotSoOmniscientCouncilOfBickering manages to act quickly and decisively. Bonus points if their decision is unanimous.
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* TheCasanova or ChivalrousPervert shows disinterest in sex/romance.


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* Somebody with a LimitedWardrobe wears different clothes for no reason.

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* The FearlessFool becomes scared or admits something is too dangerous.



* The PerpetualFrowner stops frowning [[TheUnsmile and/or]] [[SlasherSmile starts]] [[WhenSheSmiles smiling]]...

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* The PerpetualFrowner stops frowning [[TheUnsmile and/or]] and]] [[TechnicallyASmile /or]] [[SlasherSmile starts]] [[WhenSheSmiles smiling]]...
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* TheEeyore becomes genuinely happy.


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* The NeverMyFault person admits ItsAllMyFault.


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* TheQuietOne begins to talk more frequently.
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* The AllLovingHero [[BewareTheNiceOnes wants to kill someone]].

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* The AllLovingHero [[BewareTheNiceOnes wants to kill kill/hurt someone]].
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* The ZanyScheme maker comes up with a sound and logical plan.

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* The ZanyScheme maker comes up with a sound and logical plan.plan.
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* TheConfidant doesn't want to give advice or gives bad advice.


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* Someone who dishes out RhymesOnADime stops rhyming.
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* A {{Badass}} gets scared.

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* The one with a VerbalTic, spoke normally without dropping a single tic.

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* The character with UndyingLoyalty pays no attention to (or turns against) their master.
* The one with a VerbalTic, spoke VerbalTic speaks normally without dropping a single tic.



* The character's who bemoans WhyDidItHaveToBeSnakes doesn't react to one even when it's right in front of their face.

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* The character's character who bemoans WhyDidItHaveToBeSnakes doesn't react to one one, even when it's right in front of their face.



* The ZanyScheme maker comes up with a sound and logical plan.

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* The ZanyScheme maker comes up with a sound and logical plan.
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Some classic {{Archetypal Character}}s who might be the cause of this:

* The ActualPacifist starts a fight.
* TheAlcoholic[=/=]HardDrinkingPartyGirl puts down their drink for the time being (or dumps it out and [[NoMoreForMe swears to never drink again]]).
* The AllLovingHero [[BewareTheNiceOnes wants to kill someone]].
* A {{Badass}} gets scared.
* TheBerserker[=/=]HotBlooded guy calms down, or goes into TranquilFury.
* The BigEater states that they're not hungry, double points if they turned down their TrademarkFavoriteFood.
* The BloodKnight suggests a peaceful solution or is repelled by violence.
* The ClingyJealousGirl, CrazyJealousGuy or {{Yandere}} doesn't act out when someone makes moves on their love interest.
* The ClockKing or the CreatureOfHabit deviates from their routines ''purposely''.
* The CloudCuckoolander begins to talk and/or act logically.
* The CoolMask wearer suddenly [[TheReveal removes it]]; one normally in makeup being without also fits this.
* The DeadpanSnarker [[SarcasmFailure is at a loss for words]].
* The {{Determinator}} gives up.
* A DirtyCoward[=/=]LovableCoward stands up to fight.
* A practitioner of DissonantSerenity loses their cool.
* TheDitz does something distinctly intelligent and/or sensible.
* A character who DoesntLikeGuns [[BatmanGrabsAGun uses one]].
* One whose [[EyesAlwaysShut eyes are always shut]] opens their eyes, even if only for a second.
* The ExtremeDoormat [[GrewASpine stands up for themselves]].
* TheFettered or TheUnfettered compromises on their ideal or goal.
* TheFundamentalist thinks [[EveryoneHasStandards someone on their own side is too extreme]]. Bonus if it's BigBad and/or TheHeartless one [[EvenEvilHasStandards being disgusted]].
* The GloryHound lets someone else take the credit.
* The GoshDangItToHeck person [[PrecisionFStrike swears for real]].
* The character with a HairTriggerTemper waves off a slight. Double points if they didn't react or even [[ActuallyPrettyFunny laugh at their]] biggest BerserkButton
* The character who HatesBeingTouched allows someone to touch them (almost always in the form of [[SecurityCling a hug]]).
* The CuddleBug or person with NoSenseOfPersonalSpace respects someone's personal space.
* The ItsAllAboutMe or [[MoralMyopia Morally Myopic]] person shows concern for others, however grudgingly; the former tries to avoid the spotlight.
* The {{Jerkass}} [[TookALevelInKindness becomes very kind]].
* A LargeHam tones it down.
* The MotorMouth shuts up.
* The NiceGuy [[TookALevelInJerkass takes a level in Jerkass]].
* TheNicknamer calls another character [[YouCalledMeXItMustBeSerious by their real name]].
* The person with NoIndoorVoice whispers.
* The OmnicidalManiac tells someone that YouWillBeSpared.
* The PerfectPacifistPeople rise up in arms.
* The PerpetualFrowner stops frowning [[TheUnsmile and/or]] [[SlasherSmile starts]] [[WhenSheSmiles smiling]]...
* The PerpetualSmiler stops smiling and/or starts frowning...
* The PickyEater eats [[DoesNotLikeSpam a food they hate the most,]] and starts liking it.
* The PluckyComicRelief becomes dead serious.
* ThePollyanna admits to despair.
* The ProperLady [[PrecisionFStrike uses improper language]].
* The ProudWarriorRaceGuy says a plan of action is too dangerous.
* The ReluctantFanserviceGirl lets loose.
* TheScrooge suddenly gives something away.
* The ShamelessFanserviceGirl dresses conservatively, and not for health reasons.
* The ShrinkingViolet[=/=]FragileFlower becomes confident.
* SirSwearsALot doesn't drop even a single, mild swear.
* The SmugSnake loses all of his haughtiness and becomes ashamed of himself.
* TheStoic becomes NotSoStoic.
* The StrawCharacter demonstrates actual tact, respect for their opponent, and logic.
* The SugarAndIcePersonality or {{Tsundere}} is upfront about their affection for the love interest.
* TheTeetotaler [[INeedAFreakingDrink needs a drink]].
* The TerseTalker speaks in ''complete sentences''.
* The TricksterMentor clearly and directly tells their protege what they want.
* One who practices ThouShaltNotKill takes a life.
* One who TurnTheOtherCheek [[RejectedApology rejects someone's apology]], double points if they said to their offender on that what they did is [[ThisIsUnforgivable unforgivable.]]
* TheUnapologetic gives out a [[SincerityMode sincere, heartfelt apology.]]
* The one with a VerbalTic, spoke normally without dropping a single tic.
* TheVoiceless or TheSilentBob [[SuddenlyVoiced talks]].
* The WalkingShirtlessScene puts on a shirt.
* The character's who bemoans WhyDidItHaveToBeSnakes doesn't react to one even when it's right in front of their face.
* The YouNoTakeCandle speaker talks with normal syntax.
* The ZanyScheme maker comes up with a sound and logical plan.

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