- « INTRO ⇢ WINTERBALL.EXE » OVERFLOW

[poised]

Who: everyone, literally everyone
When: ooc: 04/25-04/26; ic: 12/26
Where: the Gardens
What: overflow of 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 overflow! It's a bit early but just to make sure the transition for everyone over here was captcha-free. 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 and post new intros! 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!!

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Miles Edgeworth | OTA + overflow

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here, new tag-ins always welcome!]

Natalia

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!

This is his cue to slowly lead her to the dance floor.]

You've certainly outdone yourself. [He glances all around, and gestures with his free hand at everything at the ball - the food, the furnishings, the frolicking guests.]

[poised]

[Ah.. She just laughs lightly, covered by her free hand, as she follows after him.]

Well, it isn't just myself. I've been blessed with wonderful friends who are willing to assist me with my plans.

[prosecutory]

This was your brainchild. But yes, this isn't a solo effort, not at all.

Horikawa

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

["Hasebe-san"? Edgeworth didn't learn Japanese much back in Death City, but he had been around enough Japanese people to know that the "-san" was an honorific. Therefore, this young man must have mistaken him for someone else...

Someone else who uses a sword too, apparently. All Edgeworth can do is...try to set things straight.]

I'm sorry, but you must have mistaken me for someone else.

[sheathwife]

[ Unfortunately for Edgeworth, it didn't seem like the angry plant will let him converse in peace. Horikawa may have heard it, but he can barely react. Within only seconds, another set of thick vines are whipping violently towards them.

The exit of this area is at the other side... They'd have to avoid these incoming attacks as they rotate the room to make their escape. Now that Horikawa realizes that this man is a human, he would have to keep protecting him. ]

... In that case, please hold on!

[ He doesn't wait for the thick vines to arrive. Once again, Edgeworth would have to deal with being carried around by this particular sword. With another swift movement, they leap out of the ground together... The superhuman kind of leap where he launches himself readily up into the air as they successfully evade it. ]

[prosecutory]

[He hears the noise the vines make as they whip towards the two men. Before Edgeworth can try anything, just anything, he is lifted up yet again by this person. Edgeworth gasps in surprise, once again tucking his arms in front of himself and shutting his eyes when they leave the ground.

...How many times has he been carried like this??]

Yang

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[Edgeworth wasn't supposed to wallflower for too long...and hey, Yang's not a bad sort. For a moment he just stares at her hand, sighs, then takes it.]

Very well, then.

[flaredo]

You could look a little happier... [ As she leads him further out. ]

[prosecutory]

[He lets her lead him forward.]

Dancing is not something I do often.

Anna

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[Well, excuuuuuse him, princess. He just danced with at least two girls at the ball and he's taking a breather. That's enough of a breather for now, Edgeworth.]

I already have.

[sjokolade]

[Hey, don't judge her! She doesn't even know that!!

Either way, despite his words, she merely looked at him from the bottom to the top. Hm...]

Then how about you dance some more? It kind of looks like you have enough energy for more!

[prosecutory]

[Edgeworth raises an eyebrow.]

And how can you tell?

Trucy

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[...oh, hello, niece. Edgeworth isn't sure how to say no, or if saying no is the best course of action here. Besides, despite their disparity in time periods, he has met her in Death City and knows what she's like. And she's actually a nice person. If...very energetic like all other Ace Assistants.

The corners of his mouth move up into a small smile.]

...All right, Trucy.

[stagewright]

[ It's an assistant requirement, lbr. Assistants don't do non-energetic. ]

Great!!! C'mon, let's go! This song is perfect for dancing!

[ Well, she thinks so, anyway. ]

[prosecutory]

[A lesson Edgeworth has learned many times over, especially while having an assistant of his very own.

He offers her his hand.]

Tieria

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[Actually, Edgeworth vaguely remembers seeing Tieria while looking at cars and motorcycles. He clears his throat politely.]

Ah...we have met, yes?

[buildyourworld]

[ He smiles and nods, recognizing him as the man he met at the motor showroom a while back. ]

Yes, you were looking at the red car. Enjoying yourself?

[prosecutory]

[Edgeworth nods, and smiles respectfully. Not too widely, just enough to convey his approval of the efforts of Natalia and company.]

As a matter of fact, yes. I personally know the hostess.

Mitsuru

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[Edgeworth turns to regard his fellow wallflower and gives her a bow.]

Good evening, Miss Kirijo.

Rei

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[He blinks, and clears his throat. To him, Rei looks like a teenager, but she could be older than he thinks. But to be sure.]

Ah...nothing. How old are you?

[faithfulflame]

Eighteen?

[Sips her drink, meeting his eyes. This is completely normal for her, staring down adults.]

Is that a problem?

Larry

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[He straightens up with a start when he feels someone drape their arm around him - then sighs when he finds that it's Larry and gives his friend a very deadpan stare. Not to mention the most deadpan answer.]

No, thank you.

[failures]

[Larry's not really surprised by the answer, but that still doesn't stop him from dramatically slumping off Edgeworth's shoulder.]

You're no fun. Like seriously, you've got such a good selection and you're just gonna stand there like a grumpy statue. Have a little excitement in your life for once, Edgey!

Maya

[prosecutory]

[Continued from here!]

[MAYA NO THAT IS NOT A SNAKE. And you better not get too close to that wine, young lady. Anyway, he shakes his head after a single glance at what Maya is pointing at.]

Yes, and that is not a snake, those are snails. Escargot, to be precise.