synflux | [Open] Spa Facility Grand Opening

WHO: Everyone!
WHAT: The grand opening of the spa facility
WHERE: On base
WHEN: Sept 11
WARNINGS: Nudity, that's probably it????

SPA FACILITY GRAND OPENING

One morning, everyone wakes to a message bearing the title above. Turns out, the area near the greenhouse that has been cordoned off since the Outsiders returned to base was converted to a spa facility! While this was planned before their return from the latest mission as a show of appreciation for everyone's hard work, LILITH hopes, given recent circumstances, that the facility will help Outsiders relax and unwind from their stress. It is open indefinitely and free to use by those on base!

▶ LOUNGE

The entrance leads to a short, undecorated hallway that opens up to a small foyer. It is simple, pristine, and decorated with only a spotting of greenery and a large painting of a beach that replaces what should have been the location of the receptionist's desk. To each side of the painting is an open pathway, half covered by a panel of fabric overhanging the entrance. The pattern is plain, and likely meant to be soothing in appearance.

A pop-up appears in the ocular the moment one steps foot into the area. A generic welcome message, with descriptions of the facilities offered and how to navigate through the area. There are even recommended programs for someone who wants a specific experience! How generous.

Both doors lead behind the foyer into a lounge area just as simple as the room previous. It is plain, decorated in calming blues and a creamy off-white colour. There are a few plants here and there (which may be fake, upon closer inspection), and more landscape paintings hung around the area. Across the room, there are doors to change rooms (though there are no change of clothes within, because the Style Change Upgrade will provide them plain spa robes to be used in the facility.) To the left is a wide space leading to a massage parlor and a nail salon, and to the right is the door leading to the saunas, both dry and wet, and a public bath, obscured partially by a piece of fabric draped over the top half of the doorway.

The only refreshments provided seem to be a single synthetic milk vending machine standing next to the entrance to the baths, branded with the name GYUNEW. The milk comes in different flavours: chocolate, strawberry, banana, some seasonal flavours like pumpkin spice, quirky ones like cotton candy milk, and a flavour that is simply labeled "white". There's no explanation for this flavour. Anyone trying it will find it's creamy and sweet like milk but also somehow manages to taste like every other milk alternative without committing to a single flavor. It also never expires. Strange.

▶ SAUNA

The pathway to the sauna splits into three: one for a wet sauna on the left, and the dry sauna to the right. A third path down the middle leads to the supplies and furnaces for the saunas, because neither run on electricity, and require stones, fire (and water for the wet sauna). An ocular pop-up will list the benefits of each type of sauna, allowing you to make the best choice for your own health, as well as provide instructions on how to operate them and optimize the experience for your physiological needs.

Both saunas are rooms lined with wooden slats, and with multiple levels of seating available, seating ten people at most. At the corner of the rooms is a small tub of rocks heated by fire from a furnace accessible through the middle path. A wooden bucket is available to bring water into the wet sauna, to be poured onto the stones to provide the moisture for the sauna.

▶ PUBLIC BATH

Though the area is fully enclosed, attempts have been made to decorate the baths with natural elements, such as stones bordering the pools, bamboo water spouts, wooden slats lining the walls and windows that open up to a yard abundant with greenery, appropriately fenced off so no one can peek into the baths from the greenhouse area. The public baths are segregated by gender, a thick wooden fence dividing the two sides of the room so that communication is still possible, but view of the other side is obscured.

Each side features an area with stools, mirrors and seated showers that one can use to thoroughly rinse their bodies before entering the bath. Like the showers in the locker room, no soaps and shampoos are provided. However, fluffy, luxurious towels are stocked just outside the bathing area for use along with a hamper for their disposal, and the baths themselves seem to be on a biweekly rotation of additives, from scents like lavender and yuzu to herbal additions like mugwort or green tea, with one day each week free of any additives.

For those who prefer private bathing sessions, there are smaller rooms that can be reserved ahead of time using the ocular implant.

▶ MASSAGE PARLOR

The massage parlor is a room with ten massage beds, staffed by two robot massage therapists. It is a dimmed area with warm lighting and a diffuser spreading a calming scent throughout the area. Plenty of plants and landscape paintings decorate the area to provide a calming atmosphere. Each bed can be separated by a curtain for privacy.

Upon entry into the room, an ocular pop-up will appear asking you to select the type of massage preferred, if you need no robot assistance, or if you'd like a lesson in performing massages. It also offers a selection of specialty massage oils and aromatic blends which clients can choose based on their desired therapeutic effects.

For those receiving a massage from robotic massage therapists, the massage can be personalized through a digital touchpad at each bed. This touchpad allows clients to adjust the intensity and focus of the massage, select soothing soundscapes, and even set the area's ambient lighting to their preference.

For those who prefer even greater privacy, rooms are available for up to two people to receive a massage together. Perfect for couples!

▶ NAIL SALON

The nail salon is decorated similarly to the massage parlor, but there are no robot attendants staffing the area. Instead, an ocular pop-up will indicate that the salon is entirely unmanned, so it is up to Outsiders to provide manicures and pedicures to their fellow colleagues! All the appropriate stations and supplies have been provided, so the only limit is imagination!

The parlor is stocked with a wide array of high-tech nail polishes that change color based on temperature or mood, as well as glittering holographic powders and futuristic gel finishes that provide a dazzling array of effects including personal advertisements and minor cosmetic effects. Some examples of cosmetic effects include the temperature/mood-changing colors that can be as extreme or subtle as desired; the holographic depiction of shifting patterns or scenes, such as starry galaxies or futuristic cityscapes; or interactive haptic feedback, using embedded micro-sensors to simulate various sensations, such as a gentle vibrating pulse that matches a rhythm, or a mild tingle that responds to touch.

LILITH would like to remind you to avoid applying nails that become an impediment during kaiju missions.

▶ NOTES

Welcome to the first crowdfunded base upgrade!! Many thanks to Kia, Peace, Abbel, Blair, Ari, Steve, ly, and Lan who pooled points with me for this luxurious addition to the base. Also thanks to Pax for helping me with the text of this log.

The spa facility is a permanent add-on and will have an entry added to the Main Base page soon. Note that there will be no IC explanation for the use of reward points.

This post is meant to be a mingle log for all characters to enjoy the facility's services at the grand opening! If you have any questions about the spa, please ask them in the questions thread!

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[ He will run out of here with his face mask still on if she whips out those cookies.

But wow, look at her go, she's really adapting to life in a highly futuristic and advanced society so well, dabs tear. The coolness of the facemask is a sharp contrast from the otherwise warm temperatures of the spa room, but it doesn't feel bad. ]

Sure, I'll favorite it. [ Said easily because he can just unfavorite it later? Just kidding. ] Have you figured out how to use all the functions on the oculars yet?

[ Is he kidding when he makes a sport out of playing with her heart. Is he. It's not as if she can validate his claim anyway, so it's another thing she'll just have to take his word for… ]

Not yet… I haven't done much outside of messaging since it's similar to writing letters. [ once she's applied a nice, even coat, it's time for her to relent with a self-satisfied huff. ] But I did see that I could add a 'star' next to your name, so I did that! Now you appear at the top of my contacts list, 'Duke.'

[ He's gambling with his life every time he has to force down one of her concoctions, she did this to him by turning his existence into a game.

Time for him to relax for the next ten minutes or so in the meantime. Although, speaking of Duke— ]

You know, you can call me Wriothesley here. [ Like she used to??? ] 'Your Grace' doesn't really apply here. There's no need to stand on ceremony anymore, Sigewinne.

[ how is he gambling with his life when they're literally healthy for him, what the hell. they may go down poorly, but look at all the inmates who actually do listen to her and thrive? he'd thrived… it's just a matter of perspective! do better, sir. :(

but Sigewinne seems to take his words into consideration nonetheless, rude introspection aside. ]

I thought you'd retained the title with how you're still regarded as a duke. [ ain't no way Wriothesley would just lie to her though, right? right?? after looking deep in contemplation for several seconds longer-- ] … But, okay.

Should it be 'Wriothesley' or 'Monsieur Wriothesley'? Hehe.

[ He wrinkles his nose a little under the layer of cream, causing some of it to bunch up a little. If only he had cucumber slices to put on his eyes, the picture would truly be complete. ]

I didn't choose that username. [ Even if I, Val, did. ] Someone up there seems to have a sense of humor.

[ See: clown prince. But anyway. ]

You can call me whichever you're most comfortable with. Some people here don't even call me by my name. [ thanks bakugo ]

[ Wriothesley!! No!! She's just going to reapply the cream where cracks have formed with great diligence. No skin left exposed where she's in charge. ]

Hm… I'll have to think about it. What would these other addresses be?

[ y'know. in case she doesn't want to go with wriothesley and wants a little inspiration. coming from bakugo it might be questionable, but she doesn't know that.

all that aside, after she's managed to rinse her hands and turn the cap on her cream— ]

And before I forget——here! [ it's the box with the cat ears. i hope he [ REDACTED ] with it on. ] This is for you and for all the help you've been.

[ STOP (REDACT)ING EVERYTHING

But he'll tick off his little collection of nicknames as he goes, tone of voice suggesting he's completely unbothered by any of them. ]

Ley, Wrio, Wolfie...to name a few.

[ But oh(wo)? What's this? He takes the box with a curious look, turning it around this way and that in his hands. Never mind, it's a good thing he doesn't have cucumber slices. ]

A gift for me? You really didn't have to, Sigewinne.

[ Seriously, she didn't have to, whatever's inside is probably detrimental to his well-being. ]

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