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genessia2018-11-09 08:36 am
phoenixstrut) wrote in genessia2018-11-09 08:36 am
Entry tags:
- ! event,
- anastasia leonheart,
- dove eden,
- grell sutcliff,
- koishi komeiji,
- lea,
- lily,
- luna lovegood,
- satori komeiji,
- smoker,
- sora,
- takumi,
- thea queen,
- ★ alice liddell,
- ★ andrea hendricks,
- ★ ayame sasaki,
- ★ azura,
- ★ bruce banner,
- ★ bulla brief,
- ★ cheshire cat,
- ★ d,
- ★ emmett brown,
- ★ erza scarlet,
- ★ faye valentine,
- ★ francis stone,
- ★ gale reinhardt,
- ★ grencia mars elijah guo eckene,
- ★ hector rivera,
- ★ jack harkness,
- ★ kaoru hitachiin,
- ★ konoka konoe,
- ★ leo,
- ★ lucina,
- ★ martha jones,
- ★ matt murdock,
- ★ mavis vermillion,
- ★ mirajane strauss,
- ★ namur,
- ★ neito monoma,
- ★ newt scamander,
- ★ nora valkyrie,
- ★ rapunzel,
- ★ regina mills,
- ★ robin (fire emblem),
- ★ rose tyler,
- ★ sarah jane smith,
- ★ the doctor (10th),
- ★ the doctor (13th),
- ★ tomoe himura,
- ★ toshinori yagi/all might,
- ★ winry rockbell,
- ★ zeref
EVENT- Genessia Masquerade
Masquerade! Hide your face so the world will never find you
Masquerade! Every face a different shade
Masquerade! Look around, there's another mask behind you
Welcome
Though the evening outside is chilly, there’s nothing but warmth and lively atmosphere inside. The room itself (the ballroom atop the self proclaimed ‘most romantic and luxurious’ Genessian getaway) is almost blinding, glittering with gold from floor to ceiling, save for the towering framed windows that provide a beautiful sight of the city below. Tables are scattered here and there around the perimeter should attendees wish to rest their feet, but the centerpiece of the evening seems to be the massive, sparkling chandelier casting its warm, golden glow over a rather extensive dance floor. One end of the room is reserved for the band, poised just near the hearth featuring a roaring fire, while the other showcases a grand staircase on which one may make their entrance, should they choose to explore the upper lofts that surround the room beforehand.
Early in the evening, once the room has begun to fill, a couple steps up to welcome everyone on behalf of Genessia’s Performing Arts Center and the cast of their most recent musical. While the event is free, and they are delighted to be able to share a magnificent evening of splendor with everyone, they do wish to make everyone aware that should they choose to donate tonight, be it through benevolent gift or through the auction or gambling tables, all proceeds will be donated to the Red House Foundation- more specifically, Genessia’s branch, located in the heart of the city herself.
The call to enjoy the masquerade is punctuated with a deep bow and the swell of the band picking up once more to lead everyone into a night of majestic merriment.
Photos
With numerous celebrities about and the event in full swing, it’s to no one’s surprise that there are photographers practically crawling the place. Fortunately for all, quite a few have been hired by the event planning team and will be snapping moments (both candid and posed) of everyone in attendance. There’s even a designated area with various props to play with and a lovely backdrop doused in gold. These photos can be downloaded from the network later, so take advantage of these professionals, should your heart desire! After all, did one really look their best if there’s no photo to prove it?
Dancing
While there’s certainly no pop star performing and the music is much more classically suited, one will hear a familiar tune more often than not, spun by the tuxedo clad musicians to suit a more modern crowd. It’s upbeat and energetic for the most part, but every so often, they're likely to switch the mood to something much smoother (dare they say, romantic?) to sway to. Instructors are scattered throughout the crowd, should those unfamiliar with the ballroom style wish to learn something new!
Food
A party without food is absurd, regardless of the occasion. Drink flows readily from the bar, and an impressive variation of hors d’oeuvre has been laid out in a brilliant spread on the long tables along the edges of the room. Partake as you will, and leave a donation to show your appreciation if you’re so inspired!
Costume Parade
What’s the point of a masquerade without an outfit promenade? Show off your inspired attire to all who will gaze upon you. The more flamboyant, the more attention your costume will draw, and the more in-character one seems, the more believable the evening will be- Embrace the masks and let loose! Tonight is the night to be whoever (or whatever) your heart desires.
Gambling/Auction
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, there are multiple donated items on which to bid, ranging from weekend getaways to baskets of sweets to… rather peculiar fashion and odd home decor.
To the right of the auction display, there are multiple gaming tables with waiting croupier, ready to assist those with heavy wallets attempt to woo Lady Luck. The winnings (should there be any) can be kept or donated- the choice is yours.
Gardens
If one finds a need to escape the swirling of dance and swell of the music, the gardens below may serve you well. There’s a lovely courtyard, and just beyond the fountain, a garden maze, well lit for the season with the gentle glow of dazzling lights. Take a stroll alone, or hide away with a lover or confidant, or snag a seat for the fireworks- the choice is yours.
Fireworks
No grand gala ever ended without a burst of excitement to round out the evening. Toward the end of the evening, the sky will be lit with a brilliant display of silvers and golds, all timed perfectly with the band’s final performance. One can watch from the gardens or the rooftop, or, if in need of something more ~private~, the balconies throughout the hotel.
Masquerade! Burning glances, turning heads
Masquerade! Stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you
Masquerade! Grinning yellows, spinning reds
Masquerade! Take your fill, let the spectacle astound you
((ooc: Questions? PM this journal or poke
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[HUGS MIRAJANE ALL THE SAME!] You look great though! All what you asked me going for Erza instead?
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[It felt like Rose was practically talking in code with the nicknames she was giving her Doctors, but as far as she could discern it seemed as though poor Rose was being stood up... again. Sometimes she really worried about Rose's taste in men, but then she wasn't exactly the best to talk when it came to her own taste in guys. At least she had the best taste when it came to ladies like her Erza? Something that made Mirajane cough and blush a little when Rose redirects the question right back at her regarding Erza.]
Well yes actually... she and I were just dancing in the ballroom a little while ago, but Erza seemed interested in checking out the gambling tables and talking with Master Mavis.
[That, and Mirajane had wanted to check on Rose because she didn't want her bestie to be moping alone in the garden without her Doctors. What could she say? Would talking about Erza make her just feel more alone and jealous that the Doctor hasn't shown up yet? Or would it be better to talk about the Doctor? No... probably not that, since it would probably just be Mirajane once again complaining about him not being good enough for her, and she was trying to make amends. That was nearly a year ago now, and Rose and the Doctor had been working at their relationship ever since, even if Mirajane was of the opinion that none of her Doctors had changed very much since then.]
Have you at least had the chance to dance?
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[However, while Mirajane is welcome to talk about Erza forever and Rose will be more than happy to hear every single second and small detail...]
[Her face falls at the question, and she quickly glances away!]
Not yet.
[Red cheeks.] I will. I promised Fluffy I'll always save him a dance. A-And he wouldn't have come if not for me. [RED EARS.] And I should find Jack for at least on-- [Chews her bottom lip, getting lipstick on her teeth.]
[9 was so obviously jealous then, wasn't he? But at least he.................................. flirted.... with Jack.]
[orz]
[Rose just doubles over face in hands and grumbles.] He's such a --
[An alien word Rose mangles and didn't really know the meaning of anyway.]
[FLAILS!] Guitarist is dancing with everyone ever. And I should just... ask him myself. And Fluffy usually DOES dance with everyone else. And gets jealous if I dance with anyone else, because he's so stupid. No idea if clutzy is even here or gonna dance. Don't care. Well I care, but I mean, I'm not bothered, either way. And and... [Doubles over and hides head in arms for a bit!] Is it cheating on one or both of his past to want to dance with his future? It is, isn't it? I'm the worst. I don't want to be stuck to one time period. She didn't even think Meta would be jealous, but--
[CLICKS TEETH SHUT AND GIVES MIRAJANE A STRAINED SMILE.] You were saying about Erza and gambling?
1/?
[What the actual fuck?]
2/?
3/7?
Rose... stop feeling so damn guilty all the time, okay?
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4/7?
They can't expect you to not get jealous when they flirt with other people, and then get jealous themselves when you're flirting with other versions of themself!
5/7
Do you know what I'd do if another version of myself showed up and started flirting with Erza right in front of my face? I couldn't really be mad at myself or Erza since I'd do the same thing since it was me and it is in fact me, and if Erza loves me... it's still me! If I can't share with myself who the hell can I share with?
[She laughed a little at how ridiculous that thought was.]
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[TBF: Rose would....]
[Also be like that. Laugh and encourage it!!]
[Maybe a LITTLE confused, because timelines, but as long as everyone was happy!!!]
6/7
I'd probably encourage Erza to go for the other me if she was more interested in her, because it's still me. If another version of me could make her happier than the present me can, I'm the kind of girl that would prefer to see the people I love as happy as can be. If I make her happiest? All the better, but an older and wiser version of myself, or a younger more beautiful and impulsive version of myself each have their own charms and faults. I'm too easygoing for the complexities of relationships with different timelines, but given that you've loved more than one version of the Doctor, isn't it safe to assume you'll always love all versions of the Doctor?
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[She needed to research it more!!!]
[But TimeLords didn't have AU versions. Just different regenerations.]
[........ WOULD ROSE BE JEALOUS OF AN AU VERSION OF HERSELF --]
[Wait. Rose encouraged Ten to go be with Jack and Martha to a point that it was their entire problem and fight.]
[Argh.]
[Rose is gonna get a headache.]
7/7
I think the problem is that I love myself, and the Doctor hates himself. A neat trick for someone with such an inflated ego, but because of this self-loathing it's probably harder for him to share you with himself than any other person in time and space. It's not exactly fair of him since he's gone and regenerated on you and asked you to keep loving him, and after coming to terms with that years ago, he's gone and splintered into all his past and present iterations of himself. There's nothing either of you can do about it, but I think if anyone is at fault for being petty and not making this relationship work it's him not you.
[She took a deep breath and patted Rose on the shoulder.]
You're always going to love the Doctor, no matter what shape or form he's got, just as I'd love Erza even if she turned into a hamster and spoke with a frog's voice. If anything this seems more like a problem the Doctors need to resolve within themselves, rather than pointing the fingers at their past or future selves, or at anyone else.
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[It's all that.]
[Rose's head half hurts, but her heart hurts more for him.]
[ALTHOUGH SHE CAN'T HELP THE SMALL GIGGLE ABOUT "Neat trick for someone with such an inflated ego." OKAY IT IS JUST SO TRUE!!!!]
[And then the rest. Wow. That was...]
[Hm.]
[Even 11...]
[And then... yeah. 10 asked her to promise not to fall in love with his future, and like she told him... that was impossible. She already was. And if it was a choice, she wouldn't love any of him. Had tried not to. Had tried to stop.]
[Rose rubs her temples and growls slightly in spite of herself.] He's not being petty.
[HE WAS THOUGH. HE REALLY WAS. And it helps to have Mirajane there to keep her sane. Gods. What would Rose do without her? She doesn't want to think about it. Bad enough Bakugo was just getting cool.]
Ah... yeah. [Laughs and leans on Mirajane's shoulder and HUGS.] How'd you get so smart? Swear, you're even smarter than Jack. Very tricky to do, that.
Okay! I will just have fun. And then we can deal with whatever stupid thing happens because of his stupid ego because he's stupid, so it's going to happen no matter what I don't do! [Nod!]
I do wanna hear all about you and Erza though. I take it things are still going well? Are your costumes matching or was that for something else?
1/4
[And that man can be very, very petty!]
ooc: I was gonna do a big one reply but NOPE can't brain it so here you go splinters :P
[And it kind of helps that someone NOT HIMSELF says so, and it certainly isn't going to come from most of his best friends who want to protect him as much as Rose does, even more sometimes.]
2/5 oops miscounted
Well I told you before that bartenders are like therapists! We learn our own sort of wisdom dealing with other people's problems, and while I may not have been as experienced with timelords, time travel, different versions of yourself, and the whole mess of problems you had when you first approached me and I wagered a round of drinks for you and all your friends, I have had a year to learn from you and your Doctors since then!
[She grinned then, nudging Rose slightly and winking.]
Jack's a bartender too you know, he's just been around a bit longer than I have, so it took me a while to catch up.
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[More giggles.] Mm, well Jack's also yanno. Perfect. [Tongue out the side.] Not in the flawless hero can never fall way, just yanno... I dunno, I almost feel like his Mum sometimes? Erm. Shagging aside. Wow. But in the -- I'm always gonna be proud of him no matter what almost. And he tries and just yeah. I think every universe would be better with more people like him. [Nods!] Definitely!
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Well, if I remember correctly Jack was one of your picks for a companion for the Doctor to bring along, so whenever he does well you probably feel a sense of pride in choosing correctly.
[As opposed to her first attempt which ended in disaster.]
3/5
That's the spirit!
...
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[This smile worries her. It's the kind of smile Rose gives before all hell is ungated.]
[OH WELL. SMILES :)]
4/5
[...
...
GLAAAAAAAARRRRING!!!]
Thanks to you I had to wear that banana outfit you know!
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[Bows!] I'm very sorry.
5/5
I'm definitely going to get you for that somehow.
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I like bananas!
See! I EVEN BROUGHT ONE WITH ME!
[... Yes. No. Really. She did. And she shows Mirajane. She brought a banana to the party. Just as 10 told her once upon a time to always do.]
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