( 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 !! )

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GIFT CORNER

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( it isn't necessary, but for all those who have brought a gift large or small for the birthday girl can drop it off here!! )

PARTY GAMES

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

FONDUE BAR

[axethrows]

welcome to the fondue bar

[While it may be her birthday party and Elysium was in charge of most things, she had a few ideas of her own that she put into action before the party start time. Can't have a Rodion party without her own extra touch after all and since she's a resident food enjoyer, of course this little idea is food related.

Nearby the infamous pocky table will be another table where there will be a few fondue machines set up along with various treats meant for dipping. Thanks to work in food business, she got a connection that let her rent these machines for the evening. A rough written yet legible sign will be placed on the table:

"Help yourselves! Goodie bags are available so you can take some treats home with you!"

There are three flavors available for dipping: dark chocolate, strawberry, and green tea cream and the snacks include pretzels, plain pocky sticks, and common fruit. Anyone can dip anything else in if guests brought their own food. Unlike some of the boxed pocky, there is no worry for any strange side effects here. There are also sprinkles, salt, and little bottles of chocolate and caramel sauces provided for those that want to enhanced their treats to another level. Like the sign said, treat bags and ties are available for any take-home treats or even possible gifts. To cool down and solidify the coating around your dipped treats for packaging or preference, there is one of the robot staff stationed at the table to help thanks to it's built in cooling features. It will also provide other types of assistance such as recommendations and watching over the table so nothing shady occurs while the birthday girl is occupied. This robot will also hold on and guard your bagged treats for you in case you make a snack yet want to save it for later.

There is not much rules or limits here with this table, but given that Rodion is renting these machines, anyone who tries anything shady such as tampering with the machines or food will meet her wrath. The robot staff will alert her if it catches you acting strange around it's station. Any leftovers or abandoned treats will be eaten/saved by Rodion, but some will also be donated to the orphanage to give the children a treat in these colder yet festive times.

Make something for yourself or your friends, create some good treats with a partner, and have a good time among the party. Try not to have a sugar crash! You are free to either tag this top level or include this prompt in your top levels.]

[axethrows]

venue

[Dressed in something extra nice yet not restricting along with her hair tied up with a butterfly hairclip (thank you kabru), the "birthday" girl is overall very pleased with how Elysium set everything up. Rodion is never in one place for long as she is alternating between making sure everyone is having a good time, making conversations, eating and drinking... There may be times where she does wander off to a private room to recover her social battery some, but since this is a party all about herself, she is absolutely doing her best to enjoy herself and keep a good vibe going. If someone ruins that, well... She will deal with it. One way or another. For now, her wish on finally having an enjoyable birthday has been granted. She is happy with that wish becoming true among her list of desires.

For now, she will continue her wandering, greeting, and checking in with all the guests. It's not hard to wave her over or approach her if she missed you, but trying to be a wallflower will simply not do here!]

Hey! Having fun or do you want me to fix that for ya?

[It's an offer if you need some help deciding what to do around here since there is a bit of a lot going on right now.]

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[Lazy starter for the chill season... You can honestly find her doing various activities from the eating to figuring out what/if she is going to sing in front of everyone and even to playing one of the various party games. Feel free to message me to plot and I can even write a custom starter for you if you want!]