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GENESSIA PROM!

I - SETUP (12:00pm-5:00pm)

For any and all who agreed to help with the decorations, this would be the time to gather at the Hotel. A large list of assignments will be posted on the wall near the entrance, with duties including but not limited to:

1. Setting Tables, including placement of centerpieces
2. Wall and ceiling decorations, involving a lot of gossamer drapery and lights
3. Preparing the buffet table, with a mixture of hot and cold foods, as well as a separate table at the end for delectable deserts
4. Getting all necessary equipment on stage for the Live Band to perform. Sound Checks may occur throughout.
5. A side dressing room area set up exclusively for those who volunteered to take the time to get ready themselves, including special hair and makeup stations and a large rack to hang their dresses & shoes to change into later

II - HOTEL LOBBY (6:30pm onward)

Cozy and luxurious in its own right, those who arrive before Prom is scheduled to begin will be allowed to lounge in the Hotel Lobby for a spell. Meeting and greeting other early birds and partaking in a select few hors d'oeuvre made available while waiting for the doors to open

III. - PROM PHOTOS!

In the far corner of the lobby, a cute backdrop will be set up, ready for any and all couples/groups/brave souls going stag for the evening to take a memorable photograph! Selfies are welcome throughout, but for those desiring a more professional setup, Hikari Yagami will be on hand for the first and last hours of the night for "official" Prom Photos.

Smile, everyone!

IV - EATING/DRINKING

With a "bar" consisting of 90% nonalcoholic beverages--the remaining ten percent reserved for of age chaperones--and a buffet table spanning the length of the side wall, there will be no shortage of food options that night! Hot pasta dishes, cold sandwiches, fruits, vegetable platters, and a special end section devoted to some of the best sweets Genessia's bakeries have to offer!

Of course, what prom would be complete without the traditional Fruit Bowl Punch? Better get a sip in early, though...because some traditions never die, and it's not like those in charge can keep an eye on that bowl the entire night, can they?

V. - DANCE FLOOR

With a live band (Thank you, Professor!) ready to rock, you'll soon be dancing the night away, under ethereal decorations that will really make you feel like you're dancing among the stars!

In between sets, there will be a DJ spinning a mixture of slow dances, crowd favorites, and songs that'll really get the party rockin' (~~LMFAO style~~).

VI. - CHAPERONES

Because somebody's got to make sure the kids behave.

Hopefully actual adults who can behave themselves.

VII. - MINGLING/MISC.

What other shenanigans could the teens and tweens of Genessia possible get up to? The night is young, and so are they~

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[Ann's never been to a prom before but she knows it's an occasion to go all-out. Which is tough, on her current salary, but she still manages to find a dress which is elegant but understated and within her budget. She's left her hair down for a change, dotted with hair gems positioned to catch the light and matching the sparkle to her shoes. It's all a little more dressy than she'd wear day-to-day but she also doesn't seem uneasy all dressed up.]

II. Lobby

[Though she doesn't have a date, Ann hasn't arrived solo - rather, she's arranged to arrive with her friends from home, though she's aware Futaba at least may be meeting up with her date first.

That isn't to say she's planning to shun all other company, of course. But it's her close friends that are with her when she steps through into the lobby, and she can't help but pause in her stride as she takes in the grandeur of the place. It almost reminds her of the Phantom Thieves' very first celebration, though she feels a lot less out of place this time.]

Well, I guess I didn't have to worry about feeling over-dressed. This place is amazing.

III. Photos

[For the most part, Ann's been trying not to pay too much attention to her phone - but she can't resist checking out the photo area and snapping some selfies with the backdrop in view. Selfies she will attempt to drag her friends into, because she's not sure formal photos are a true reflection of who they are.

Which isn't to say she's opposed to taking some proper photos as well, if only because it's something to add to her portfolio and that can be no bad thing. She's at home in front of the camera, but only because she wants to be.

Anyone trying to sneak photos of her while she's posing for the official photographer will earn a glare and possibly a sharp word or three if they don't catch the hint.]

IV - Food and Drink

[At least to begin with, Ann tries to remember that she should be showing a degree of restraint in her food choices - healthy, and with as little mess as possible so she doesn't get anything on her dress. She needs to keep her energy up, but that doesn't mean she wants to look a mess while she does so.

Of course, this being Ann, she can't ignore the sweets table forever. And so there she can be found, plate in hand and an almost overwhelmed expression on her face.]

They all look so good. How do I even pick?

[For anyone who catches her after that little 'problem', her answer appears to be to cram as many of the smaller ones onto her plate as she can. She can always dance it off, and as the night wears on she's less worried about keeping her appearance completely perfect.]

V. Dance Floor

[While the band's playing, Ann spends more of her time watching than dancing. Not because she isn't enjoying, but she thinks it's more respectful to pay attention to the people who are giving up their time to entertain them.

Outside of that, she makes sure she dances with all of her friends at least once, if she's not just gathering them around her for a circle of dancing that may or may not see her slipping off her shoes because they're designed for looks over practicality.

That's not to say there aren't times where she can't be caught in a position for strangers to offer her a dance - though she'll make sure she isn't anywhere she can't spot if any trouble's brewing for her friends.]

VII. Wildcard

[Got something else in mind that doesn't quite fit any of the above? Go for it!]

[ Era is not part of the band, though she has been on stage with her violin at intervals throughout the night playing a variety of styles; Celtic-inspired jigs, classics, and more modern covers. She has no interest nor desire for attention or spotlight - she simply likes sharing her gift for music with others whenever she can. Era steps down to spend time on the dance floor during the more fast paced songs, spinning around and offering a hand in dance to anyone who seems in need of a partner and won't be bothered by her non-human traits.

For all that she comes across and joyous and carefree Era is still on constant guard. Those who pay attention might note that she prefers to linger near entrances and exits, and dance in spots that afford her rather short stature a broad enough view of the venue that Era doesn't feel cut off.

It's the red dress that catches her attention first, for she has a fondness for the colour despite her recent penchant toward wearing blues. The dress is enough of a draw that Era decides to offer the young woman her hand in askance for a dance. It's her left hand, notably adorned with both an engagement and a wedding ring. The heels she wears brings her closer to the girl's height, yet she still doesn't quite reach five foot in them. It's made for some admittedly very interesting dances. ]

Would you like to dance, miss?

[Ann can't say she hasn't noticed Era throughout the night - she'd picked up on the fact that someone other than the band or DJ was responsible for the violin music and she's found it enjoyable, if not what she usually listens to.

Which means she can't help but notice the slightly unusual traits that mark her as something other than human. It's not something Ann's intending to let bother her, though it does spark a degree of curiosity because before she got here, the only non-human entities she'd had much experience of were Shadows and Personas.

Still, it's not something she's focusing on too much. Between the several friends she has here to keep an eye on, Ann doesn't even really notice she's being approached until she hears someone talking to her. And then has to look down because while she's not incredibly tall, she still stands at five foot six before heels which are adding a further few inches. She's not even really sure how this is going to work but she's willing to try, because this is supposed to be fun and from what she can tell her friends are all faring okay for now.]

Sure, okay. Oh, um, I'm Ann by the way.

[She figures she should probably offer at least that much.]

[ Era does not mind curiosity about her heritage, though only if it's respectful. Were Ann to ask any questions she would answer, though she would also appreciate knowing that the young woman didn't feel the need to focus on what made Era different.

With a husband two feet taller than her, and most of her dearest friends over six feet, she is quite accustomed to some challenges with height during dance. It's more notable in ballroom, but just fun, casual dances where you move to the beat of the music in tandem it's less so.

Because she is missing Aymeric especially badly tonight she uses what her name should be now - if she was there for her wedding ceremony a fortnight ago, rather than in Genessia: ]

I'm Era Ra de Borel. Though just Era is fine. [ She smiles, leading Ann out to the dance floor. ] It's nice to meet you, Ann. Your dress is lovely.

It's nice to meet you too, Era.

[Ann follows as Era heads out onto the dance floor, trying to find a space for them that isn't too crowded. The compliment on her dress earns a smile that's all the more genuine for it focusing on what she's wearing and not on her.

A subtle distinction. But one Ann has come to appreciate all the same.]

Thank you. Yours is really pretty too. I guess it's nice to have an occasion to really make an effort for, right?

[Because it's only really for work or for special occasions that Ann would get this dressed up.]

[ Once a suitable place on the dance floor is reached, Era waits a moment to see if Ann would like to lead. If not, Era is more than happy to do so - or for neither of them to lead, if that's what the young woman wished. Dancing comes easily to her, music flowing through her limbs that just wants its release. It is one of the few things that doesn't make her think of combat; blood, viscera, and death. ]

Thank you. It has been nice to have reason to dress a bit less practically. [ She says, yet her dress is still short enough to be practical, and though she wears heels they're obviously comfortable and sturdy.

Admittedly Era didn't put much effort in beyond making her dress. Her hair is a bit fly-away wavy, and she hasn't used any makeup to cover her freckles. Just minimal accents to her eyes and lips. Seeing the other girls and women at the prom with more complex and complete makeup is interesting. If Aymeric were here it might make her feel inadequate, but since he isn't it just gives her inspiration to try some new things on her own later. ]

More recently I have begun wearing such things without any reason save for wanting to. [ That does bring to mind a good question, however. ] Do you know if events like this common in Genessia?

I have to admit it's nice to dress up without it being for work. Takes away that association a little, you know?

[Never mind that getting dressed up like this is more effort than Ann tends to be willing to spare for anything beyond a special occasion or work. For day to day wear, she prefers to keep a little more casual - but then she supposes that's what makes it so nice to get dressed up, that it isn't her usual style.

Same reason she has her hair down, really. Something different, but without being too fussy.

When it comes to dancing, Ann's not used to doing any sort of leading and a little of it shows in how she hesitates as Era waits. Formal dancing isn't something she'd ever really done but if she notices Era relaxing into something more informal then she'll be quick to follow suit. Easier to talk that way, too, when she's not trying to concentrate on what her feet are doing.]

I'm honestly not sure. This is the first one I've been here for but I haven't been here all that long, at least compared to most of my friends. I'm guessing it isn't something that's super common, though.

[If only because of how involved she'd been in helping people find clothes for the event where she might have expected them to be more prepared if this happened more often. Although...]

Then again, maybe they do happen more often and my friends just didn't go. We've never really talked about it either way so I'm not sure.

I cannot say I can relate as it would be impractical to dress formally for work, but I can understand. [ Aymeric would be able to empathize with Ann's sentiment very well. It took Era a few weeks to get her dearest friend to embrace more casual wear, much to the delight of what she imagines to be a majority of Xistentia's population, but once Aymeric took to it he enjoyed the freedom his new wardrobe provided.

The song that plays is not too fast-paced, but nothing slow enough for a more formal dance. It has a medium tempo and a good beat; easy for Era to flow with, though it does make it hard for her to keep her tail from swaying too wide with each pulse of rhythm. ]

How long have you been here? This event was announced a few days after my own arrival.

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