( OPEN ) it's party season 🎉

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WHO: Anyone and everyone.
WHAT: Rodion's (axethrows) belated birthday party.
WHERE: One of the larger karaoke bars around Neo Tokyo.
WHEN: December 1st.
WARNINGS: Alcohol… Please mark your own content accordingly!


On November 29th, Outsiders will receive the following text:

「 < FROM @ HOTTIE >

Hey there! You're officially invited to celebrate the lovely Miss Rodion's birthday. Whether you're a close friend or just looking for a reason to party, (I'm looking at you, recently cured vampire friends!) you're welcome to join in with her blessing — so long as you bring in the good vibes.

Alcohol and finger foods will be provided, but feel free to bring something extra along if you'd like! No one has ever said no to more options.

Join us on December 1st at Sakura Serenade, starting officially at 8 PM. The venue is ours for the night, and there's no need to RVSP! See you there. ✨ 」

Reiterating that characters do not need to know the birthday girl herself and that this is just a casual party mingle for all those interested.

As for arrangements that have been made for the party specifically, with party games listed in the comments:

01. VENUE
Fitting its title as the largest karaoke venue on the block, Sakura Serenade offers a spacious, vibrant setting perfect for large gatherings. Dazzling with customisable LED lighting and cutting-edge projection technology, they work in tandem to sync with music to create a dynamic and immersive atmosphere.

Seating is luxurious, with plush wraparound couches providing ample space for everyone to lounge comfortably. A central open floor invites guests to dance, while barstools and cocktail tables along the perimeter offer spots for mingling and conversation.

The song library is seemingly infinite, featuring tracks from every genre imaginable with subtitles in countless languages. Have a song that "doesn't exist"? No problem. Guests can upload their custom tracks directly via their implants, ensuring no melody is left unheard.

For those seeking a quieter retreat, Sakura Serenade also features smaller, private rooms equipped with their own karaoke machines, ideal for more intimate and reflective moments as the night winds down.

02. "CHAMPAGNE" TOWER
Upon entering the venue, guests are greeted by an impressive "champagne" tower, sparkling under the glow of ambient lighting. A neatly designed placard stands prominently at the base, declaring in bold letters: "Take one!", with a smaller, playful note beneath: "Or as many as you'd like."

What sets these glasses apart from the usual drinks served at the bar is their origin. The "champagne" is actually a special regain from Yuwon's (yuwon) world, perfect for guests who typically can't get intoxicated by regular alcohol or those with an uncanny tolerance. Have fun!

03. THE GREAT WALL OF POCKY
As per the birthday girl's request (well, not quite, but a certain someone has chosen to interpret it this way), nearly every flavour of Pocky imaginable has been gathered here today, all neatly arranged in rows and columns on a table at the side.

Yes, they're from the batch you're thinking about. Whether your character has caught on to their effects by now or prefers to believe they're from a fixed batch, that's entirely up to you to decide. But what better time to partake in a round of a Pocky game or two? The robot staff seem to support it as one of the host-sanctioned activities, and will even offer an explanation on how to play.

04. AFTERMATH
Guests have the freedom to decide how they'd like to end their evening, whether that means stretching out on the floor for a spontaneous slumber party or taking advantage of the venue's connections with nearby hotels. The options range from luxurious accommodations to more colourful establishments, catering to a variety of budgets.

The night is yours to enjoy, and the journey home can be as adventurous as the party itself! With all the seasonal decorations now beautifully illuminated, there's plenty to marvel at along the way.

( much thanks to abbie, bijou, and chrissy for ideas !! )

Comments

PARTY GAMES

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( self-explanatory! feel free to add your own. be sloshed or bust (no) )

TRUTH OR DARE

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[hitokiller]

( it should come as no surprise to see izou flushed, his eyes fluttering open-and-closed like an old-fashioned shuttering camera on the occasion.

when he finally manages to pay attention to the game they're playing, a shiver runs up his spine at the name. a CERTAIN WOMAN who SHALL NOT BE NAMED obliterated him last time. flat-out. no holding back.

so, this time... yeah. he'll just. izou licks his lips. )

T... Truth.

[yuwon]

[ seeing izou flushed isn't exactly a surprise. but, what is a surprise is the fact that someone who seemed so impulsive and always up for a challenge... would be more open to choosing truth over dare. ]

What? You too drunk for a dare today? I told you that you couldn't handle it.

[immortalpoet]

[Hi. Hello. Here's a familiar red-eyed fellow just. Staring right over at this whole mess of a dog.]

Are you sure. You're asking for a lot.

[axethrows]

Dangerous~ You sure you don't want to sit on my lap again and call it a day?

[That certain woman could appear at any second now, but of course the birthday girl will tease over last truth or dare's events.]

[ignoreher]

[ so he learned.............. said woman who shall not be named is grinning like the cat who got the cream. ]

So you're finally getting some courage, huh? It's harder for a man to speak the truth than to do a dare, after all. ♪

[ she says

but it's her fault he's like this now??????????? ]

Okay! Let's see, what can I ask... [ ... ] How far have you and Marmar gone?

[ by the wing ]

[immortalpoet]

[Vergilius is NOT sloshed. He IS a grumpy party-goer even if he knows the party girl, but here he is, trying to....participate?]

Ugh.

[Okay, he's very bad at participating, given that he's sitting here with eyes faintly glowing like he's a disgruntled demon being brought out from under a child's bed to play games. He's staring down at his glass, before heaving a sigh.]

.......Ask. Sure. Whatever.

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[ Will Vergilius shove him away for trying to sling an around him because. Elysium will be trying to do exactly that. The vibes are impeccable here, Elysium is Impervious. ]

Hey, hey, hey! Look who turned up! If you're asking me that, [ it's quite possible that he's inserted himself between Vergilius and someone else and is just merrily going along with his own sequence of events, dwbi, ] does this mean you're finally over your grudge, my man?

[axethrows]

Ain't gonna lie, kinda surprised you showed up.

[And yet she's a little touched??? In some fashion??? She isn't quite sure what to ask of him because well, it's the superior and employee relationship thing. Time to keep it simple and basic!]

Okay! If Verg is playing, then here's the question! Truth or dare?

[followyourstar]

[With a dare in hand and a whole heap of confidence, Dante approaches.]

......

[Unfortunately, that's the moment when every thought at once chooses to leave their head, leaving them standing there in awkward silence.]

[ignoreher]

[ he looks like a grumpy wet cat... her heart is full of warmth. look at him go. trying to participate. it's so sweet.

...

either one's going to be hard to think something, with him... she knows everything, or doesn't want to know some things, and malkuth has trouble coming up with dares on the spot... but it's not like she can glance at him all evening to see how he's holding up as his social battery declines without that being weird. so, soft exhale, time truly does... help in some ways over others. ]

Truth or Dare, Mr. Goose?

[peoplewatch]

[ After learning about the rules of this game, Kabru is absolutely going to join. When he spots Vergilius sitting in by the table, he moseys over to take the spot beside him. With how this is exactly the sort of game he enjoys, he appears to be buzzing with energy. ]

Truth or dare?

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[ It should come as no surprise, given the trail of empty glasses Elysium has left in his wake and the cloying scent of alcohol woven into his clothes, to find him flushed and radiating the telltale warmth of indulgence. Yet, despite the clear signs of his revelry, he's remarkably steady on his feet, a testament either to practice or sheer force of will.

Eventually zeroing in on what will likely be just the first of several targets: ]

——You!

[ Exclaiming aloud with a jab of his finger, a fleeting warning before he strides forward with all the confidence of a man whose antics are partly fueled by liquid courage. With an attempt to throw an arm around your character's shoulders to pull them close in a gesture that's equal parts camaraderie and mischievous intent: ]

Truth or dare, my friend?

[followyourstar]

[They're not going to be able to escape this are they]

Um... Dare?

[ignoreher]

[ she's really finding the smell of alcohol on him to be concerning. just her though. at least malkuth's not letting him get an arm around her, whether he'd intended to or not, neatly ducking away... ]

Truth. You're the last person I'd want a dare from, Ely.

[ even if truth isn't gonna be any better ]

[penaltypoints]

[ Yesod is genuinely doing his utmost to "bring in the good vibes" to the best of his ability, refraining from frowning at anything that he witnesses, including everything that comes with the current setting, such as an excessive quantity of empty glasses. He chose to attend this gathering, after all. Nevertheless, he can't help but tense a little now, though he tucks away his thoughts, the memories of the previous time that the same game was a group activity.

Just as I want to get to know you better, I'm sure there are others that feel the same. Is there anything you enjoy? Or do I need to go through the hoops of truth or dare with you too?

There is no harm in playing it this time, he supposes. ]

...The latter. I'll fulfill the required objective.

[followyourstar]

[They have a feeling they're going to regret this (no disguise is ever going to give them the ability to imbibe any form of liquid courage) but...]

...Okay, I'll bite.

[Just try and leave them with a little dignity by the end.]

[yuwon]

[ what's a better way to meet someone you only spoke to on the network... than by truth or dare? ... even if neither party has any clue.

it's clear that despite having been here for the better part of the evening (thanks rodya), he still looks out of his element.

he hasn't been offering a lot in terms of conversation, but his eyes do drift over to the person beside him. at the sudden declaration, he seems to pause for a moment before: ] Then, truth or dare? Which are you choosing?

[ignoreher]

[ will they bite, though. many people have regretted their decision to take on malkuth. may dante be the one that makes it out alive. ]

You'd better! It's only fun if a lot of people play, after all! Last time was--

[ ... ]

It was a hoot.

[ sure. yeah. she can say that. it was a hoot for some over others. ]

Truth or dare?

[wheft]

[ after metaphorically kicking elysium's ass and clumsily apologizing to rodion, ishmael is finally letting herself relax....... with a bottle of webtoon alcohol in hand. because of course. ]

I should be fine with most truths, but for dares... [ shrug ] We'll see.

[30storieshigh]

[ For some reason Godzilla is here and near Ishmael when she speaks up. Boring as he is, he's fully booze free. ]

I confess to some curiosity into your capability to hunt. Inform me of this truth, what is the most challenging being you have made prey of?

( 1 / 2 )

[hitokiller]

( would she perchance... like to fill his little glass.

because he's about too far-gone and doing it himself will just make a mess. )

Oh, yeah? Then...

( 2 / 2 )

[hitokiller]

( ... no, no. he can't ask that.

it's too... it's too risqué at this point. )

How many times have ya...

( no!!! that is also risqué. )

How many... How many different folks have you got with on base?

[immortalpoet]

Hrm.

[Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.]

Truth. Your favorite EGO.