**~~Genessian Idol~~**

[guitar_hero]

Who: The judges, the contestants, and you!
What: The Premiere Music Competition~!
When: July 1st-2nd
Where: Nova City Auditorium



3rd Prize: 1,000 Redbills plus a coupon booklet for all the finest eateries.

2nd Prize: 5,000 Redbills, and opening act for the Doctor's next big show

Grand Prize: 15,000 Redbills, headlining their own concert via the Doctor's talent agency. Plus a little something extra.


Sarah Jane Scholarship: Full Ride Through Attleton U

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[Judge Intro]

[guitar_hero]

[the lights flash on the stage and on the screen behind the Doctor, the words Genessian Idol Spin white on a purple background before settling. He raises his hand in a wave until the cheer dies down and then grins, the light reflecting off his sunglasses]

Welcome to the first ever Genessian Idol. I hope you all came to be entertained because we've got quite a show for you. Feel free to pick up your complimentary ear plugs. [a grin]

Before we begin, I'd like our beautiful judges to introduce themselves; but don't worry, I won't make anyone rise if they don't want to.

Rose Tyler / OTA

[bigbadrose]

You always get a rise outta me, Doctah!

I'm Rose Tyler, and good luck everyone!!! I promise there will be absolutely no favoritism from me, especially since whoever sent the darling roses and chocolates did it anonymously.

[Is she kidding? Who can say.]

[guitar_hero]

You don't even want to know what I received. [he waggles his eyebrows, though doesn't exactly intend this as...PG13 as it seems]

[Judge Intro]

[tastes_like]

[Hawks is a natural showman with an easy sort of confidence about him. And this sort of thing suits him well, he's really kind of excited to hear what Genessia's most talented have to offer. If Genessia actually has any talent, at least. And if it's all terrible, at least he'll be able to have something fun to laugh about later.]

I'm Hawks, one of the resident heroes. Music is something that brings together people from all walks of life. So I'm looking forward to seeing what our contestants can do. Good luck, everyone.

[Judge Intro]

[guitar_hero]

[after all that, he sits beside Hawks, Rose on his other side naturally, and plays a pen between his fingers as they wait for the first contestant to get situated]

Don't think we've met entirely formally. I'm the Professor. Nice to see you around.

[Contestants]

[guitar_hero]

Now for what we've all been waiting for! Are you ready to jam?

[there is a cheer]

Sorry, what? A little louder for those in the back.

[another louder cheer]

That's the kind of noise I'm talking about!

Remember to all you Genessian Idol Hopefuls, it's not just about song and dance! We want to know a little of you, too. Now.

[kisses fingers]

Get your freak on, babies.


[[ooc: contestants have til the end of the week to get their entries up]]

[Contestants]

[burnt_offering]

[Get your freak on, babies? That's... awkward. But Ace pushes that thought out of his head, it's time to turn on the charm and show his stuff. People are depending on him, he's got to make this work somehow. And while he's aware that he's not the best singer and that he's unskilled overall, he's hoping that charisma and attractiveness will get him a little push towards the top.

He smiles warmly, and waves.] Hey! I'm Ace! I live in Fayren, I'm working as a deputy there, and I've got the best family and friends that anyone could ask for. I wrote a song to share with you, so thank you for listening.

[He finally starts strumming his guitar, he's practiced long and hard to get the skills he has in such a short amount of time. It was even harder on his roomate's ears, no doubt. And he starts to sing a song that he wrote just for the occasion. The words are so important to Ace, so even if he doesn't win the money for his brothers he thinks he'll at least be able to leave an impact. And maybe just getting the words out in a song is enough.

He's been so blessed in this life and the last with so much love. So maybe the people who hear this will be able to feel what he's not likely to be able to say aloud otherwise.]

Re: [Contestants]

[cool_skeleton]

[In an alternate universe, where Papyrus understands those lyrics...

He hoots and cheers with aplomb. He always figured Ace was a nice guy, but the gentle, laid back song really exposed the creamy center inside the roughness.]

HURRAY, YOU'RE ACING IT! I FOR ONE AM VERY OKAY WITH YOUR BIRTH!!!!

[Judging Round]

[guitar_hero]

Well, that was surprisingly low-key. I'd expected something a little more from a man of your... [he gestures] shirtlessness.

Anyway, I liked the over all sentiment. You have a sincere voice and I can tell you know what you're singing about.

Guitar needs a little work still. Next time try with a bit more flair.

[Judging Round]

[tastes_like]

[Hawks like Ace's performance well enough, thinks he'd be able to appeal well to young women in particular. The song's lyrics are decently touching and that does affect Hawks, and he likes the guy's voice. Even if the song isn't the style Hawks likes at all.

And his guitar skills need work. A lot of work. Hawks claps politely when the young man finishes. and leans in to give his critique.] You've got the heartthrob sentimental appeal working for you. But your guitar work is kind of rough. I'm not sure you were ready to do your own accompaniment.

[adropofsunlight]

[Rapunzel had no idea what exactly Get you freak on exactly meant, but when it was her turn she walked on, guitar in hand, taking a small breath. She never really sang in this type of thing before so it was rather nerving for her, but with each step, she was in her head feeling a little less nervous about it all.

Once she was in the center she used her free hand to wave towards everyone.]

Hello, my name is Rapunzel and... I guess people know where I live currently. [She moved to put strands of hair behind her ear.]

A bit about myself. I guess I can say I run the Snuggly Duckling. [She moved to put the strap of the guitar on.]

I hope you enjoy the song. [Soon she started to play a song, putting her feeling into the song it makes her think of her time here and how much she had changed from the person she once was when she arrived The mistakes that she had made and learned from. The friends she has made to. All of her experiences that she honestly wouldn't change for the world.

She knew whatever happened she would be happy that she at least had fun.]

[cool_skeleton]

[Of all the Guardians, Rapunzel seemed the meekest of the bunch. Which Papyrus didn't mind; some people are quieter, but goodness, what a switch! That song he liked a lot; it was very empowering and the lyrics were all things he would confidently quote in a heartbeat. Believing in yourself, exalting in one's own innate wonderfulness. For that, he cheers her on.]

WHAT A STRONG AND SMART SONG! IT'S LIKE YOU'RE SINGING EVERYTHING I THINK!!

[And what could be smarter than that?]

YOUR GUITAR SKILLS ARE PRETTY COOL TOO!

[corpsacorps]

[Gale strolls onto the stage with confidence, and with his new companion Fennekin perched on his shoulder. He bows to the judges and the onlookers.]

Hail and well met. I am Gale, a humble adventurer who hails from Eorzea and a fresh face in this realm of Genessia. With my travels, I've become well versed in not only the arts of the sword and the arcane, but the art of song as well. A bard, if you will. And as much as I would love to say that I was the one who sent Lady Tyler the flowers, alas, I cannot. But perhaps I will make a note for next time.

[But wait! If he's a bard, then where are his instruments? Well, in a sudden flash of white, Gale's attire had completely changed, now with a fife in his hands.]

Now, my lords and ladies, for your entertainment...

[And so, he begins his performance, putting his vocal and instrumental skills on display. It was a song he'd grown fond of in his arrival here while adjusting to the many varied music types of the realm, which reminded him greatly of his many travels- and one that allowed him to both sing and allow him to play the fife. He, of course, was not one to half ass any kind of performance. He was a bard, damn it!

While he was far more focused on his singing and playing, he wasn't about to make it visually boring. He was, after all, pretty fond of dancing too which meant him putting his body into the performance as well with some well timed steps and complimenting twirls. He was having fun out there, and it was moreso thanks to the fact that he could perform on his own merits, and the weight of the "Warrior of Light" title meant absolutely nothing.

With a last twirl to go with the final note of the fife, he'll give a courteous bow again. Win or lose, this was still a fun venture for him.]

Re: [Contestants] 1/3 - Intro

[cool_skeleton]

[After Papyrus had thoroughly enjoyed every contestant before him, it was his turn to shine. He hopped out of the front row seats, and strode confidently, quickly, and if he says so himself, very cooly to towards the stage. For a mercy, one sound technician had the foresight to adjust his mic volume to compliment his natural volume, rather than enhance it to the deafened delight of all. Of course he's going last; that's where the best is saved!]

GREETINGS, LADIES AND GENTLEBONES! I'M PAPYRUS, THE GREAT GUARDIAN OF FAYREN, AND ACE'S VERY SUPPORTIVE BOSS AND FRIEND! I HOPE YOU ENJOYED THOSE APPETIZERS, BECAUSE NOW IT'S TIME FOR THE MAIN COURSE!!!

I WROTE THIS SONG MYSELF! IT'S CALLED "DREAMS ARE COMING TRUE." WITHOUT FURTHER ADO...

[It's a minor miracle he'd gotten what he needed for the performance so quickly. Papyrus works very hard, though the subject is very new to him. He'd written the lyrics and the sheet music in fits of industrious-yet-eccentric pique, submitting them to the orchestra to do what they could. He never found the music teacher he desired, so he had to teach himself. Fitting, for loneliness was a strong theme. He was advised by text to sing his heart out, letting all his feelings show.

Sounds simple enough. The tender piano and flute play him off. The show would go on.]

2/3 Song

[cool_skeleton]

[Lyrics go along with Melodies of Life]

AWASH IN A WORLD FULL OF COOL THINGS TO EXPLORE
IT GRANTS SO MANY HOPES I HAVE, AND THEN IT GRANTS SOME MORE
I'M GIVEN THE HEAVENS, THE STARS AND MOON AND SUN
DREAMS ARE COMING TRUE- ALL DREAMS BUT ONE

I HAVE THE BEST JOB, AND BEST FRIENDS TO CALL MY OWN
THEY LIGHT MY DAYS, THEY GUIDE MY WAYS, AND MAKE ME FEEL AT HOME
AND YET THERE'S A QUESTION THAT STRIKES ME TO THE BONE
HOW AM I SO GLAD, AND SO ALONE?

IN MY LAST REALITY
I SEE YOU SMILING BACK AT ME
MY HEART'S TORN
BETWEEN THE PRESENT AND THE PAST...LEFT BEHIND!

THE HOPES THAT WE SHARED ARE BOUND UP IN MY SOUL
REALIZED THROUGH ALL OF ETERNITY
THEY'RE GAINING STRENGTH DAY BY DAY
DREAMS ARE COMING TRUE
GROWING UNDERGROUND INTO THE SKY - FOR ALL THOSE THAT I'VE LOVED

[The break in lyrics afford him desperate relief. Singing what he'd held inside for so long took its toll, and it was all he could do to keep composure. "COME ON", he told himself. "JUST TWO MINUTES MORE. EXPERT SINGERS' VOICES DON'T CRACK!"

The electric guitar made its uproarious entrance, wailing like the cries of feelings too long suppressed. Yet even that dies down into a gentle lull as he continues.]

THAT WORLD FEELS SO CLOSE, THOUGH IT'S REALLY FAR APART
YOUR WORDS STILL LINGER IN MY MIND; YOUR WISHES IN MY HEART
I'LL CARRY THEM FORWARD, THOUGH I'VE BEEN SPLIT IN TWO
ONE FOR HERE, ANOTHER RESERVED FOR YOU

IN THIS NEW REALITY
WOULD YOU SAY THAT YOU'RE PROUD OF ME?
WHEN WILL I
RECEIVE THE CHANCE TO MEET AGAIN? TELL ME WHEN!

THE HOPES THAT WE SHARED ARE BOUND UP IN MY SOUL
REALIZED THROUGH ALL OF ETERNITY
THEY'RE GAINING STRENGTH DAY BY DAY
DREAMS ARE COMING TRUE
GROWING UNDERGROUND INTO THE SKY - FOR ALL THOSE I LOVE

DETERMINED I WILL LIVE ONE LIFE FOR ALL
UNTIL WE ALL CAN JOIN IN THIS VICTORY
WE'LL REUNITE, THIS I DREAM
DREAMS ARE COMING TRUE,
EVERY DREAM EXCEPT THE DREAM I HAVE
TO SHARE THEM ALL WITH YOU

[Play him out, o melancholy flutes and piano. Undyne, Sans, The king, everyone...he hopes they can hear this, wherever, whenever they are.]

3/3 exeunt

[cool_skeleton]

[He hopes the applause is nice and loud. Loud enough to drown out the sounds of his own sniffling. It was one thing to write these things, and quite another to perform and bare them to the world.

He was happy here. Happier than he can remember. He'd made so many wonderful friends, and enjoyed all the pleasures the surface had to offer. It was everything he'd ever wanted and so much more. And yet the perfection of Genessia was incomplete. Was it really right for him to be the only one who finally made it out of the Underground? It was the one bitter note in a symphony of sweetness. Even he, the eternal optimist, thought making it this far was a remote pipe dream.

And now he's here. And despite his best efforts to bury the pangs of seperation under a deluge of joy, it had to come out somehow. This way was more than he could bear.

He musn't let them see him like this. These feelings were too strong for him. Before the judges or anyone else can have their say, he scrambles to make a getaway. What would a cool, famous singer who has it all together do?]

I...I'LL BE IN MY TRAILER!!!

[Then he ran away, vainly hiding tears.]

[Sarah Jane Scholarship]

[guitar_hero]

Before we begin this, I need to make a little shout out of my own. This competition means more to me than just music. This is for the wisest woman I've ever known. She was smart, charming, witty and entirely too good to be stuck with an old man like me.

Wherever you are in your timeline, Sarah Jane. Know that I'm thinking of you:

[and pulls his guitar around and starts to sing]

Re: [Sarah Jane Scholarship]

[cool_skeleton]

SOUNDS LIKE THE PERFECT PRIZE FOR PAPYRUS!!! I'M ALSO ALL OF THOSE THINGS!

[But they can date later if 12 really wants.]

EXCEPT THAT LAST ONE; NO NEED TO BEAT YOURSELF UP! THE ONLY BEAT YOU NEED TO CONCERN YOURSELF WITH ARE THE BEATS OF MY MELODIC MUSIC!!

[It's the prize he's gunning for, confident he'll win it just like he wins everything ever.]

[Spot for mingling pre and post show]

[guitar_hero]

[get your mingle on]

Post-show Rose Tyler OTA

[bigbadrose]

[Kicking back, feet up on the table, scribbling into a notepad. She's not one for big blowout parties like Jimmy or the Doctor were fond of, so you can find her with water, and still at the judges table, even when the crowds clear out.]

[Results]

[guitar_hero]

[the contestants are gathered on the stage for the results of the competition. The crowd seems to be eating this up and there are plenty of flashing lights to ramp up the excitement.

The Doctor smiles and applauds them, waiting for them to take a bow and then quiets the audience.]

And now, the moment you've all been waiting for. Let's get started, shall we?

[there is a fanfare and he turns to Gale, smiling and spreading his hands]

You were undoubtedly brilliant, my friend. You dazzled. You performed. You sang with finesse and verve and I'm quite sure have more than one favorite in the audience. [he allows them a moment to vent their appreciation] You were a star... but unfortunately this heaven is a little bit too small for you.

No one is denying your talent or your ability, but the bar was set even higher for someone who knew what they were doing. That being said, if you're serious about getting started here, come see me.


[the audience doesn't seem too pleased with that, and honestly, neither is he. But there is more to this sort of thing than talent. At least Gail does get a small star shaped trophy, if he will have it.]


[Rose takes up the second trophy, a large one, made with bronze, and also a gold lined check and a holofoil coupon booklet. These she hands to Papyrus, along with a silver quill]

Papyrus, you nearly blew us away with your song. Some of us were in tears. [he grins at Rose] You have a great and commanding stage presence. If at times a little too commanding. Anyway, we look forward to your presence at Attleton U. [well he doesn't specifically] And remember you're never too late to get an education. [stealth pun which he hopes no one notices]


[he allows a moment for the applause, and perhaps appreciative laughter. Whatever Papyrus would like to shout say and so on.]

[Then, he himself takes the silver star trophy and a slightly larger check and presents it to Ace]

You know, I knew an Ace once. She tended to make things explode. You did the same thing... with our hearts. [no. bad line] Remind me never to say that again. If I ever say that again, send someone to shoot me. You'd like the perky blond that comes out of it. Anyway, congratulations! You've got a real fire in you that was admirably banked for the performance, as well as not too terribly bad guitar skills given your lack of time.

I look forward to working with you. Hope you like sequined jumpsuits. [a wink.he's joking. Probably]


[he allows more time for general happiness in regards to this announcement, and then Hawk grabs the Golden Star which has something on the edges that glimmers and shifts in the light. Along with the largest check, there is also a charm for the city of Fayren, shaped a bit like a musical note]

Finally, last but certainly not least, for her charm and her heart warming singing, Rapunzel is the first. Genessian Idol. [he even says it in the cheesy announcer voice and dies a little inside and nobody knows it but...well Rose probably and Eleven if he's watching, but mostly just himself]

Congratulations on your charm, your spirit, and of course your song. Your sunshine personality won the day and the hearts of everyone who watched.


[there is a bigger fanfare here! And one that has many of the audience standing. He lets her say her piece and when it's done, waves a hand]

Another round of applause for our lovely contestants! Thank you all for coming and we hope to see you next year!

Re: [Results]

[cool_skeleton]

[Dang, he was really hoping for first. All that popularity, slipping between his gloves. Oh well, at least no one saw him cry or anything even remotely embarrassing! Phew!

The coupon book for eateries will make for good kindling. Who needs 'em when you have his cooking!? Can any of those rip-offs even make spaghetti?

And yet, he comes away with the scholarship. That he's way too busy to use. But hey, nice fallback option!]

THANKS DOC! I FEEL SMARTER ALREADY!!

[But no reason to be negative! His fellow Guardian took first, and Ace won!]

I BET YOU'D LOOK GREAT IN A FLAMING JUMPSUIT!

[And he has great fans in him and Rose. What more could he ask for? After a good cry that he most certainly did not have, he's all smiles.]

YOU GUYS ALL DID GREAT!! WE'RE THE BEST MUSICIANS EVER!!! WE'LL HAVE TO GET TOGETHER AND RECORD OUR THEME SONGS SOMETIME!

[Results]

[burnt_offering]

[Ace is a little bit in shock, honestly. He hadn't even really wanted to enter the competition, he'd thrown together a song that came from his heart and felt like too much but was enough to get the job done at least. He'd expected third, and now he has so much money to give to Sabo and Luffy so they can make ends meet until both of them settle into Genessia.] Thank you.

[He's not sure what else to say. And it's not quite set in that he'll be obligated to preform again as part of his win.]

[corpsacorps]

[In a way, Gale couldn't help but be a little upset at the results. There was disappointment, but overall he knew it wasn't something to take personally. The "lazy" comment burned him something fierce (but that was well hidden by his unwavering smile), but it was a fleeting feeling in the end, as he was happy enough with the result. It was still judging him on his merit, and the fact that his result was somewhat of an audience upset was enough pride to carry him for a while.]

T'was a pleasure to perform, regardless. I would be honored at the opportunity to pursue this further.

[Solely for the audience's entertainment, he made use of his soul crystals and swapped his outfit instantly again before taking a bow. Fennekin, still remaining on Gale's shoulder, bowed his head too, just for adorable points.]

Re: [Results]

[adropofsunlight]

[Rapunzel was admittedly a little surprised at where she landed of all things. She was expecting to place lower after all the amazing performances that she knew had so much passion behind it.

So after a few moments of having to overcome the shock before she moved to bow towards everyone.]

Thank you and congratulations to everyone. Everyone's performances were wonderful.