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( OPEN ) it's party season 🎉
WHO: Anyone and everyone.
WHAT: Rodion's (![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
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:
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 (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 !! )
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[ but it's more of a tease than a real chiding, shaking her newly-preened hair out (to get rid of the tingles that remain, aftereffects of something he can't help) and looking over at... yuwon, she's guessing.
where are all the emotionally intelligent men and why do they avoid this party. ]
What'd you hear? I'd love a bit of gossip. ♪
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[ and
yeah.
he's flicking his gaze, narrowing his eyes in his general direction. ]
But yeah, I doubt I'm the only guy with pretty good ears on him. [ yuwon, do you hear him with your ridiculous webtoon powers?? he hopes so. he's bringing this up aloud specifically! because of that! ] Her manager asked if he was a friend, and guess how he answered? He said, [ copying his mannerisms almost 1:1, complete with air quotes, ] 'Something like that.' What a guy.
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I can believe that. Yuwon's stupid and he's always had a hard time reading the room... saying what he should and all. I got really mad at him once and lectured him about something or other about it. But they're like, definitely together-together at this point, right? There's no way they aren't.
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… If they aren't, I'd feel real bad for her. He's certainly denied some of the allegations I've made against him in the past and ignored all the ones I've raised that mention her, but who's to say that's not because he thought addressing them would be too troublesome?
[ a dramatised sigh to match her own… ]
I'm not sure whether to be comforted or disturbed by the fact that he doesn't listen to everyone equally.
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I'll harass him about it. He knows better than to avoid stuff with me, since -- as you so nicely pointed out -- I don't have an issue with asking questions. It's not like I'm gonna do anything but get on his case to be a tiny bit more romantic anyway.
[ but if this is what works for them......... no, she can't imagine anyone being happy with that meager effort. ]
Speaking of romantic, Ely, anyone snag you for Christmas Eve yet? As Elliot or otherwise -- I've heard the girls at work talking plans already. I'll take that angle against Mister Stoneface over there too.
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[ A snicker escapes, sharp and brief, before it unfurls into a full laugh, one that carries a mix of genuine amusement and just a hint of disbelief. Wriothesley is probably rolling in his grave right now with his front row seats to this disaster… they have to put Yuwon through it. For him. For Val. They need to rest in Peace. ]
And you should know as well as I do that I don't really get involved in these things. [ eugh. his expression makes it clear how exactly he feels about it. ] It just gets too messy. [ as Elliot or himself, he says, while his life's already a mess and a half. ] That, and I have my hands full with jobs and helping Miss Ereshkigal with her holiday party. If you haven't heard about it yet, it is where we were planning to debut the stew.
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[ yeah she's rubbing it in his face don't think she won't. the lack of refute is worth its weigh in gold she just doesn't realize that... ]
Buuut I'm in the same boat. [ in. many regards. ] I'll probably just finish up any last minute touches on my presents and that be that -- I'll come by Eri's holiday party though, I wouldn't miss it for the world... that girl's really come so far from the trembling mess I met her as.
[ so fond despite it all ]
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[ he doesn't expect much out of incessantly friendshipping these types, but he wants to believe there's a standard out there for people who aren't as intentionally obnoxious about it as he is. ]
But how's that going, anyway? That plan of yours to gift the entire base and then some. I'm surprised you even found the time to make it out.
[ shelving the comment about ereshkigal for now… ishmael had said something similar. even gods and goddesses had their fair share of worries, huh. ]
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I've finished most of the personal gifts I wanted to make -- the less time-sensitive ones, anyway, any kind of food's going to be fresher -- and I'll be spending my later nights now doing team-inspired gift bags by the dozens. With people coming and going, I'd rather have a surplus than not enough.
[ always better to be prepared!!! she holds up a finger for each. ]
Everyone's got their own ambitions and dreams, but the way they go about succeeding in them differs... I'm deciding what goodies to put in each based on my experiences with them after nearly a year here.
For example, even if Everlight might seem like it's full of justice-aligned goody-two-shoes, we've all got a pragmatic side that won't hesitate to do what we must to make those dreams a reality. An unwavering faith in our beliefs, and the determination to see them through no matter the cost. [ a sheepish laugh, shaking her head. ] Good and bad in spades, obviously. I think we're fairly easy to get along with, but can be polarizing depending on who we're talking to.
Brimstone's full of people who're rough on the outside, but stricken with grief within. They know more than anyone the pain and cost of losing others in some way or another -- and fight with the determination to see that pain end, so that no one else might feel the weight they do. Sure, they're short-tempered and violent and hold a grudge like no one else, but their loyalty's just as unmatched; if you want someone at your back, there's no better team to look into!
Revelation's your quiet... well, for a word, [ wryly, considering aventurine is on that team, ] sort, who have larger hearts that aren't so easily turned one way or another. I've always found them to be good conversationalists, people who listen and add in their own experiences without overwhelming the conversation itself, but they don't show their personal thoughts and feelings very easily. Unless they're absolutely certain of them, that is. Anyone who's eager to get in on a bet should see if Revelation's putting their chips down.
And, at last, [ with a glance up at ely, ] Redemption. You know, it's got some of my favorite people in it -- our Rodya included -- so I've gotta say, I have a bit of a bias. You'll all be getting something a little extra.
[ ...
but she's leaving off her findings for them, huh. ]
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Wow. Talk about pointed.
[ an arch of his brow back… what's she trying to insinuate here, huh!! ]
Let's see. They're the kind of people who might seem like they could easily slot into the other teams, but for one reason or another, they've found themselves in Redemption. Look a little closer, and you'll notice a common thread—they tend to keep things closer to their chest than most. Not quite in the way Revelation or Brimstone do, but in a way that might make others wonder why we aren't in Everlight instead, just being a nudge or two shy from fitting their ideal mould. Of course, there are exceptions, as there are in every other team, but for the most part that holds true for the majority.
So, we're really just a bunch of misfits with a little bit of everything thrown together.
Is that along the lines of what you would have said?
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[ but she shakes her head, thinking. ]
Sort of. The common thread's right, but the nuance is... more that you're all focused outwardly, trying to make sure everyone else is working well -- both with each other, like oil in a machine, and also just in general. The kind of people who'll make sure others are smiling even when they don't feel like smiling themselves. Those in Redemption don't like to worries others and prefer to take on the worries others have instead while-- yes, keeping things close to their chest. I think if someone's having a hard time, there's no one better suited to cheering their spirits and encouraging them than someone from your team, Ely. You're all like that.
[ even netzach, when he'd been here... had always been the same. it'd only been a little more recently in the library that he'd sought to live more for himself too. just like all of them. ]
People in Everlight can't hide how they feel, for better or worse. Brimstone try not to think about it too much, focusing on what's in front of them. Revelation dissect and rationalize. Redemption knows how they feel, but don't want to share if it's bad. More simply put in comparison that way.
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[ he's taking so much psychological damage from being associated with team yuwon. he can see it, he understands it, but does he want to? no. so, he's jabbing the centre of her forehead with his finger.
but … as much control as he has over himself, he's not entirely immune to the effects of alcohol. her continued mention of redemption's peculiarities brings a complicated expression to his face—half wanting to refute it just for the sake of argument (they really would be so much better off without that trait), but ultimately, it settles into a warmth that's as much fondness as it is helplessness. ]
… Miss March's given you a lot of trouble, hasn't she?
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but
the second one softens it into a similar warmth and she sighs. ]
As much as I've given her. But not just her either, Ely... Eri too. And Netzach, no matter the life -- but I have to say, I get along with you all the best.
[ redemption-everlight cr is the best, ]
I'm sure you have some troublesome people you know in there too. But you're fond of them anyway, right?
1/2
just… this face… for another brief moment. ]
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Uh huh. What are we doing at a karaoke place without singing any karaoke? Don't think you're getting away without singing a song or two so easily.
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leaving it aside just like he is now. ]
Gonna show off your vocals, songbird? I'll sing a duet with you, if you want.
[ like she'll be singing with yesod later too... ]
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the optics are so funny ]
If you think you can keep up! You aren't going to bust out country on me, are you?
[ with her like, thousands of years in age. ]
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All of my knowledge of music is what I've learned this year, so I'll only be singing whatever was the most popular bleeding through those doors. A trendy guy like you shouldn't have any problem at all. ♪