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[poised]

Who: everyone, literally everyone
When: ooc: 04/25-04/26; ic: 12/26
Where: the Gardens
What: intro log + winter ball!
Rating/Warning: PG-13 | possibly nsfw (please let me know if you need this rating changed, or you are welcome to continue any naughty shenanigans in a private log)

//winterball.EXE Pimp My Party -- Royalty Style A few weeks prior to December 26th, an invitation went out to all whom already reside in Cerealia. In delicate, curling script, it read: You are cordially invited by Natalia L.K. Lanvaldear to a Winter Ball to be held on the Eve of December 26th in the Gardens. Dress in your best attire and enjoy a magical evening of dance and fine cuisine. What do you mean we should fuss about worlds being destroyed? Get into the holiday spirit, you scrooge! And in regards to the new-comers: whether you have been wandering Cerealia over the course of the past few days and managed to receive one of the later waves of invitations or have simply suddenly appeared in the gardens with nothing but the (hopefully…. appropriate….) clothes on your back, welcome. The gardens have been transformed through the work of slave labor condoned by royalty incredibly talented volunteers. A buffet line possibly a mile long, a sprawling dance floor with temporary wood placement to cover the grass, a lovely orchestra with scheduled interruptions of magic shows on the stage, and the entire thing lit gently with lights stretch the span of the main area of the garden. Not too far off, there are ponds and pathways that take you elsewhere into the foliage, but why would you go that way? The party’s right here! "Good evening, everyone!! Whether you are new to Tellus or old, I hope to find you in good spirits. Mind you, I do not intend to ignore the blunders of CERES nor the grave situation that new-comers have found themselves faced with. However I assure you that at this time, surrounded by these people, you are in good company. Please, dine and be merry - I believe some worlds celebrated a holiday yesterday! Get to know one another so we may strengthen our ties and stand firm against whatever this world may throw against us! Also try the salmon, it's absolutely divine. . . . How do I turn this off...? Should I just walk away?"

//SCENARIOS.EXE PHASE I [ xxxx ] Like any respectable ball, your entrance is announced as you walk right into the party! What do you mean you wanted to slip in unnoticed? That simply won’t do. Natalia managed to rope in someone – is that a Tellus native? – to do the honor of acknowledging your character as they make their debut to the ball. This guy is under strict orders to not miss a single soul. If your character doesn’t give him a name and title ahead of time, then he’ll just make something up. Think along the lines of Broseidon McSnootyname, Duke of Erectile Dysfunction-- What do you mean that’s not your name? PHASE II [ xxxx ] Absolutely no expense was spared when it came to making sure that the food here was the best that money could buy (or threats could extort). Guests can select from a menagerie of main dishes from all sorts of cultures, adorable desserts that look like woodland creatures alongside towering cakes, and even those fruity drinks with the little umbrellas on them. Pig out, you animals – but there’s also a wide selection of fine wine if your tastes and curiosities wander off in that direction…. What even is the drinking age in Tellus? Remember, folks, drink (ir)responsibly. PHASE III [ xxxx ] Well, it is a ball. If you’re interested in proper, classical styles of dance, there’s certainly an orchestra that’s dominating most of the night. One of their songs may or may not sound familiar. Spin around in your flurry of skirts and do the fairy tale thing if that’s what you came here for. Romance, or whatever. Waltz your heart out and don’t forget to point your toes! … that said, there’s also a separate sound system not too far, prepared in case the orchestra might want a break. It’s also not being watched too closely. Maybe put on something to liven up the dance floor? Or did someone ruin your fantasy by putting on something unbearably inappropriate? PHASE IV [ xxxx ] The gardens really are beautiful. Spread throughout the area and more toward the outskirts of the party, there are plenty of beautiful fountains with glittering, crystal clear water. In fact, it’s so clear that you can spot the occasional alien life form flitting through it amidst the lily pads and gently sweeping foliage. It’s so graceful, what beauty! Look at how it rises to the water and gently opens its mouth into a yawn and—tries to chomp anything within range right off with razor sharp teeth what the fuck, whatthefuck. It would appear that's not all, though. Whether you're ready to fight the creature or run screaming, you feel something slowly slide and curl around your arm or your ankle. Look on in horror as you turn your head and realize that it seems that the nearby tree has grown rather fond of you very quickly, to the extent that it will reach out and lovingly wrap its hentai tentacles around you.... Brings a whole 'nother meaning to 'tree hugger', doesn't it? BONUS [ whyo'clock ] Are you lost? Did you try to catch your breath away from the party and start to wander off despite all the cautioning not to? Or maybe you were trying to leave and took a wrong turn? Either way, you seem to have only found yourself deeper in the gardens now. Try not to breathe too deeply or… at all. If you can’t manage that though, it appears that you’ve stumbled upon the hallucinogenic plants of the garden. You start to see things that aren’t there – though whether you suddenly find yourself in a den of cougars lions or think that the person standing next to you is the biggest, cuddliest pile of adorable puppies in the world depends on the person. Hope you have a good trip, bruh. [ Remember to apply proper warnings on threads with trigger-y or inappropriate material and do let me know (through FAQ comment or PM preferably!) if your thread careens off into maiming or canoodling so I can lock the log. ]

//RUN.EXE Welcome to CEREALIA's latest intro post! This one is player-run and all the basics have been laid out for you here. Absolutely feel free to come up with your own prompts, I just attempted to set the scenery! For your convenience, I whole-heartedly welcome questions and inquiries being directed to my attention here and I'll answer them to the best of my ability! Have a ball! Enjoy!! OVERFLOW IS HERE Move over at your captcha-free leisure!

Comments

[otoko]

Interesting...

[Hoh.] For the most part, summon methods vary; many only use tribute summons, however there are those who specialize in Ritual, as well as the other methods on their own... ...very few can utilize more than one!

[And don't get him started on pendulum.]

[multiglyphs]

[ there is a flicker of tension behind weiss' eyes, but her expression remains otherwise calm. ]

I wouldn't know.

[ said loftily, but it was bound to happen that he'd find out she comes from an earlier time. ]

[fingersnaps]

( He crosses his arms over his chest while his eyes narrow disapprovingly as she sets the plate back down, but he doesn't say anything aloud. At least, not for now. )

Assume what of a suggestion, precisely?

[heiwana]

It has been about...a month. [ A month or so away from home already. Strange how the thought doesn't really register as being that long just yet. ]

...yes. We have learned many things from Sousei and Tenka-san. I have met many helpful people here who have introduced me to...technology.

[ He says the word a bit awkwardly still. But he's getting the hang of it! ]

[littlestbaskerville]

Oh! Well...you're smaller than Naki too and I think it's cute.

[The man wasn't a big talker but she doesn't seem to mind.]

I can think of something else though!

[cheats]

[ Ciel grimaces as he looks away, which is a sign that he's not quite being completely truthful... ]

I hate dancing.

[ Which is true. Completely, in fact. But it's the reason why he hates it that's a bit deceptive... ]

[beaconed]

What do you mean? Didn't he talk to you at the dance?

[ GRR NEPTUNE... how dare he ignore Jaune's advice. They even bumped fists and everything! ]

[fingersnaps]

( The words 'defense attorney' are enough to put him on edge, and that edge is accompanied with a sharp intake of breath. The man had said his name was 'Phoenix Wright', an absolute nobody, but when Manfred looks at the man he doesn't see Wright's face but instead, Gregory Edgeworth's.

He turns his head and looks around the clearing once more and hundreds of Gregory Edgeworths appear to stare back at him with distressingly blank eyes. He takes a swift step towards the closest one (the one who's calling himself Phoenix Wright) and reaches out a hand towards the man's face as though he wants to make sure it's really there. )

No, it's you...

( His voice is a growl, a snarl. )

... why are you doing this to me?

[cheats]

[ The phrasing there is odd and a bit surprising, so Ciel looks at her quizzically. ]

...You didn't? Where did you expect to end up?

[ Since Ciel sure hates parties, but he knows getting all dressed up tends to mean some sort of formal affair. ]

[impheired]

[What lucky newbies. Worst they have to deal with is possibly not being dressed for the occasion! Which isn't really a problem because most people don't even care. It's not like the noobs can help it.]

I guess this is a nicer way of doing that, yeah. [Getting to know people. He sounds a little uncertain, despite the fact that he's agreeing. Probably because some of his best friendships were forged when he was basically in a state of near-constant danger and emotional hardship.] It's definitely a lot more relaxing...though that might just be the ambiance talking. They did a surprisingly good job with the set up.

[psycholawgy]

Hey! Don't do that!

[ Her feathers are definitely getting ruffled that she accidentally steps on his foot.

It was 100% an accident!!! ]

[cheats]

I attend them, yes. I even throw them on occasion, but that hardly means I participate. It's all for appearances.

[ He says it with a sort of huff in his voice, as if this were completely obvious, though... Of course it isn't. Ciel just doesn't particularly like this topic since it's verging on uncovering his ineptitude. ]

Besides, I'm engaged. It would be improper for me to dance with anyone but my fiancee.

[ not really... but that's his justification ]

[multiglyphs]

[ tight-lipped: ]

I never got to go to the dance. The last thing I remember was saying no to you.

[thatdamnknight]

[that's sort of impressive, really, for someone who knows nothing about who's being introduced to be accurate. shame it's insulting (and THAT scandalous oh my).]

Maybe they should consider a change of greeter.

[someone a little more eloquent and less... this. another beautiful intro comes just then and flynn can't help but pity the person. they got saddled with a nonsensical but embarrassing one.]

Was your own experience just as bad?

[pluvial]

[ he's too sober for this........ but ok, he gives her question a bit of thought because he's never really heard of the term "speedster" before. ]

Hmm.... I guess you could say that, haha. They did say I was the fastest one in the Vongola.

[hoasen]

[She understands, really. Though she didn't realise it was quite like this. Sorry, Kousetsu...

She bows back at though!]

You're welcome. And oh! I danced with Naoki too. He is a good teacher. That was probably a good way to stretch your legs before your dance with Souza. You both looked like you had fun.

[niceguypose]

[Lee looks all too pleased with the returned gesture. She did the nice guy pose! Or perhaps the Weiss guy pose? Pretty fly for a Weiss guy.]

Er- yes! That's right. [He had almost forgotten that was her motivation for helping him. He's not sure why his spirits sink a little at the thought. But he tries to continue on with a light nod.]

I am doing my best to help as well! I have even done my best to master the dance steps that you taught me.

IV

[borntorebel]

[She'd noticed the girl when she entered with the semi-familiar Archer and the stern-looking blonde woman. Even the title she'd been given was interesting, considering all the work Leia did for the Alliance back in her own galaxy.

And while the party is nice, she needs some fresh air. Despite what Han thinks, even she finds being nice to strangers trying after a while. Besides, it's hot in there with all those people everywhere, making her heavy hair stick to her neck and back.

She rounds a corner and is greeted with the sight of the young woman fighting against what appears to be alive plants. Without wasting another second, Leia pulls the heavy lightsaber hilt from her bag and activates it, slicing through the flailing vines with the air of someone who's had some practice at this.]

And Han thought I was overreacting by coming armed.

[adornmental]

Just my usual one! [Child beneath the river, that is, because he was smart and he gave it to them instead of leaving the guy to his own devices...]

Ooh, but did you hear Melonslasher Mitsutada? [LAUGHING AGAIN.]

[hoasen]

[She rubs the back of her neck, since yes, he's right, someone did choose for her. You'd think she'd do it herself, but she doesn't have a high opinion of herself!] Thank you, Yoon made it for me! I think he'd be pleased to hear his creation is a hit.

[impheired]

[r u d e]

I'm not in a music club or anything, why the hell would I know something like that? [Really, does he look like the band geek type?? At least now he's looking at the right musician. So that's a euphonium. It's amazing how little fucks he actually gives about knowing that.] Besides, isn't paying attention to your sheet music a good thing?

Either way though, I'm sure they'll take a break sooner or later. Go chew his ass out when they do that.

[eyelineronpoint]

[Gaara has a small epiphany.

Nobody knows who he is here. Not his past, or his title. He's always going to have people approach him like this, they're going to ask him for things he's never done or seen or heard of before. There are going to be people who will antagonize him, or who will try to befriend him, or will ask him for a dance because there's no reason for them to be wary or respectful of him.

So he'd better resign himself to bend at least a little.]

...fine.

[scaryintuition]

[He's not even aware that he's been holding his breath until he hears her reply and lets out a breath of relief. Hide had known that confronting her about this at all had held a potential danger. It's why he had never reached out to her or the rest of Anteiku back home.

But things here are different as Kaneki and Touka might as well be the only ghouls here. They don't face as much difficulty here, Arima aside. But that's what makes it even more important that Hide share all of this with Touka. So she knows that they're a team: him, her, and Kaneki. That he's someone she can trust completely.]

Nothing, exactly. I just think that you might want to avoid being seen with Kaneki for now. We don't even know for sure if Arima-san knows about Kaneki but...he's been watching him. It's worrying. [Basically, he needs more information before they can really do anything.]

[endworld]

[It's not going to be that easy, IV.]

Sure it does. I can't just ignore someone who's obviously having some kind of problem, can I?

[hoasen]

[Yes, just call her Vietnam! Though, she's used to others calling her Vietnam-san, including Japan himself. She really doesn't mind, as long as it's giving her too high a level of respect. What a humble sword spirit though! (once she realises)]

Yes. Is there any preference on how you would like me to call you? Mutsunokami? [She's assuming to take the first one right now!]

And no, it's an honour to meet you. But have you? [Probably from history, seriously.]