genessia | EVENT- Genessia Masquerade

Masquerade! Paper faces on parade
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

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*Someone is causing pain at one of the gambling tables it seems. When the crowds part, Faye sees who she is correct in assuming is the culprit - what in the hell is Namur doing? She flicks him hard on the back of his shoulder for revealing information about his hand, then gives his other shoulder a tight squeeze as she leans down to whisper at his ear*

Just shut up and lemme see your hand. I'll tell you what to do.

Uh oh. Lady Luck showed up in the flesh, y'all's screwed now! Sheheheh!

[He scoots his stool back a little, and pats his leg.]

How 'bout y' take a seat an' I'll give y' full reign. Got cards here, an' cash here, so go t' town, aye?

[He gestures at each thing in turn, and tilts his head invitingly.]

*Okay, if gambling ettiquette wasn't going to be a thing, then Faye would roll with that - there are many ways to play. So she giggles like his trophy Lady Luck and sits herself on his knee*

Alright. Let's do it.

*So she leans up to his ear and whispers what to do now, and what to look for for next time*

[Okay, her sitting on his leg he was ready for. He wraps an arm around her waist for stability and leaves it at that. They're friends who get friendly and there's no reason to read anything more into shit than there is.

But whispering in his ear, where he can feel her breath tickle against his gills?

His body was not ready, and he shivers a bit in spite of himself.

Damn it.]

Gonna go fish twice. I mean draw two.

[And try like hell not to blush.]

*Aww shucks, Namur, now is not the time for shivers and blushes. Although, that might actually work in their favour. So long as he followed as she suggested, he could blush all he wants - that would mean the table would think they were just up against a blushing idiot and his giggling girl, no apparent threat. She pokes him lightly in the thigh when he says 'go fish', a more real warning that this isn't the game they are playing, but she giggles again and nudges herself closer to his side*

Silly. That's not the game.

*And while she was leaning closer, she would cast a glance around the table before whispering to Namur what his next plays could be*

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