New Year's Eve Countdown Party

[yesterdays_hero]

WHO: Captain Hammer and his invited guests (i.e. no villains allowed unless you want to get Hammered)
WHAT: Hammer's rented a glitzy clubhouse for the New Year's Eve party, as a means of cementing the bonds between Genessia's true heroes, sidekicks, and fans. Time to show off those party dresses! There's food, music, and fireworks once the clock strikes twelve.
WHEN: December 31st, 2013 - 8pm and past midnight into January 1st, 2014 (forward-dated)
WHERE: Regency Apartments Clubhouse - Genessia City
NOTES: Mingle freely! If you want a specific type of thread, such as 'snack table' or 'dancing', feel free to start one up! I don't want to limit people.


If one thing could be said about Captain Hammer, it was that he cleaned up nicely. If two things could be said, it's that he can throw one hell of a party. As a city guardian, he can afford it, and a guardian's job encompasses more than just punching the bad guys in the ego.

Heaps of food, ranging from light vegetable hors d'ouerves to thin slices of expensive cheese and meats to elegantly crafted cream puffs, are arranged on several tables throughout the room. There's more than one punch bowl, though each is clearly labeled as to which ones are for the adults, and which ones are okay for the kiddies.

The middle of the floor is mostly cleared, save for those who have taken the initiative to bust a groove and start dancing to the smooth tunes laid out by the hired DJ.

Captain Hammer expected a decent turnout, and he was sure there would be a fair share of shenanigans if his sidekicks teammates were any indication. He'd posted a number of lookouts around the building to alert him if there were any signs of trouble. So if Hammer was frequently seen excusing himself and returning while brushing off the dirt from his tuxedo, pay him no mind. He was just making sure the party ran smoothly and uninterrupted.

Comments

[big_fat_liar]

[ Hey, hey, hey. It's not that he wants her dead. She just has to not be alive for him to get what he wants. Alvin casually take a sip of his drink before answering.]

Oh Hey there, Milla. Nope, can't say I've had any bites on the job market yet, so I decided to take the night off.

[That's a lie, see, he's doing it already. he already has two jobs on the go, but both his employers want him to keep what he's doing quiet and he plans to respect that, for the moment anyways.]

[crowning_glory]

[How very unlike Alvin, to take time off like that. Well, one can't work all the time, so maybe it's good that he's staying relaxed, especially in this new world.]

Oh I see. Well, I'm working right now. I'm assisting Captain Hammer by maintaining the status-quo of this party.

[No, the pay isn't that great.]

You certainly clean up well. How have you been getting along so far?

[big_fat_liar]

[That's right, it's not a cover up story at all. Luckily, being trapped in strange new worlds isn't a big stretch for Alvin, not that she'd know anything about that.]

Well the status does seem pretty quo. I'd say you're doing a fine job.

...Say what's the pay like on a gig like this?

[Because he had to ask.]

Well every now and again us mercenary types get hired to do what you're doing right now, sometimes you have to blend in with the crow. I learned pretty quick after a few jobs like that.

As for how I'm doing, the whole new world thing is a bit of a doozy, but I think I'm settling in just fine.

[crowning_glory]

[Milla had no reason to suspect that Alvin was getting involved with any unsavoury types. Despite his actions sometimes coming off as suspect, there's no definitive proof that he's one to keep an eye on or question.]

The pay? Mm, we've had better pay hunting monsters in the fields, I can tell you that much. But I believe my wages are something I am allowed to withhold from you. I'll spare myself any possible embarrassment.

[Milla's doing a fine job of blending with the crowd. Except she has a sword. That stands out a little.]

That's good to hear. I've heard there are some shady characters around here. I wouldn't want you to get mixed up with them.

[big_fat_liar]

Oh-ho! So now you're the one keeping secrets from me? I have to say I'm a little shocked. Fair enough though, I wont pry any further into your business life.

[It does, but it's a pretty great accessory that goes with any outfit.]

Are there now? Well, thanks for the warning, I wouldn't want to accidentally fall in with the wrong crowd.

[crowning_glory]

You taught me well.

[She smiles, then looks at her punch.] So, humans welcome the new year with a celebration? I have to admit, it seems people will find any excuse to engage in frivolity.

[big_fat_liar]

So well that apparently I'm going to keep an eye on you from now on.

[Because he wasn't already doing that.]

Hey, any excuse to cut loose for a little while is a good excuse to me. Not all of us can be all business like you.

[crowning_glory]

All business? I can have fun at times. I think I am hardly to blame that most times aren't always appropriate. I spend many evenings reading books.

[Yes, Milla is so super fun.]

Though that raises a point: I've never inquired about your pastimes outside of working.

[big_fat_liar]

Okay, okay. Maybe I was being a little dramatic about it.

[At least she has an interesting taste in books.

Alvin pauses for a little, he generally tried to avoid talking about himself.]

Who me? Oh you know, this and that. I try to keep up with the latest fashions, You have to if you want to impress the ladies.

[crowning_glory]

Ah, of course. You mentioned as much about your scarf on more than one occasion. I admit, fashion trends have always been interesting - it's fascinating to see clothing change from year to year. Eras of a bygone time wore such interesting fabrics...

[She stops herself before going into a tangent.] In any case, are you here alone? It seems custom that one brings a companion to such gatherings. A "date."