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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Who: Trunks Brief, Steve Rogers, Doc Emmett Brown, and Seventeen
What: Exploring the new archway and visiting cute(?) animals.
Where: Monster Island Sub-Archway in Fayren.
When: First week of October sometime...
Warnings? None yet?
Summary: Trunks is curious to see where Seventeen works back in their world, and is bringing along two friends.

( Lions and tigers and bears.... )

[The image moves around a bit, focusing first on a very bright blue eye before it's pulled back to reveal... well a child, a little seven-year-old child. She frowns as she presses her lips together.]

I think it's on...

[She walks up closely to the camera again.]

I'm not sure... oh well, I'll shall have to simply hope it is and if not, I'll do it all over again.

[She pulled away and offered a curtsy to whomever may be watching.]

Oh ah, hello and how do you do? [Whoever is out there.] My name is Alice Liddell, it's a pleasure to meet you!

Oh um, well, wherever you may be, in any case, you see... I'm afraid I'm a bit lost. [She gestured to a part of the city that is the library and most definitely not Kusanagi and Haller Home for Children.] I was told to go to the home for children, but I'm afraid I must have taken quite a few wrong turns as I'm very much not where I should be... unless the home for children is a library?

... Well, I suppose we would never run out of things to do and lessons would be quite easy but I am rather sure it isn't. And if I'm rather sure, then that means I'm fairly certain, and if you're fairly certain, you can rest assured!

Would uh, would someone please be so kind as to help me get where I need to go? I'm afraid I've lost my way... Unless this is another part of the Looking Glass, I suppose, and then all ways are the queen's way... but I'm sure it isn't, it said it wasn't.

Thank you very much!

Oh! Also... is the Home for Children, is it a nice home? [She doesn't want to live somewhere nasty.] It's... It's not an orphanage, is it? Or a workhouse?

Who: Trunks (light_of_willpower) and various, including Open!
What: Shenanigans in August and September including a meeting, cooking lessons, more meetings and meditation, training, and a date.
When: Mid-August through the end of September--I'm flexible with dates
Where: Genessia City, Torchwood HQ, Nova City, Attleton
Notes and other things: If you want a specific prompt just let me know and I'll happily add one.

( Cooking Lessons )

( Training and bonding with family )

( Private-Torchwood-Meeting )

( Time to get all fancy-schmancy-dressed? )

( Learning on a higher level and new meetings )

( Welcome to the world of tomorrow! )

Don't see what you'd like listed? Please feel free to add your own or drop me a pm and I'll add a prompt.

Hello. My name is Connor. I'm the android sent by CyberLife. [ The circle on the side of this guy's head just blinks yellow the entire time. Red for a second while he glances off after saying that then back to yellow. He idly straightens out his tie. ] That won't mean anything here.

Due to the unknown location of Genessia, it is difficult to determine if it is blocking incoming signals or if it is too far to retrieve one. I'm unable to connect back to my source of origin and part of my database may now be outdated. The CPU operating this place has been... uncooperative.

The information given on arrival has been helpful and informative, however additional data will need to be collected. There remains a significant lack of familiar terms within the network. Since I have determined I am currently the lone representative of my "world" and will need to be self-sufficient, any offer of additional information about the locale would be appreciated. For example, details of where to find those familiar with repairing bio-components would be of great use for future reference.

I am designed primarily to assist human law enforcement but contain features that can be applied in a number of positions. I've considered my options but I am open to suggestions of where to be of the most use. I would like to assist in any manner possible.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Who: Newt, Tina, Albus and Torchwood employees (Thatch, Koishi, Ches Cat, Rose, Martha, Sarah, Matt, Jack, A3, Gwen, Nikola, Doctor Brown, Trunks, 10 and 11 Doctors)
What: Checking out Torchwood
Where: Torchwood

After hearing a bit about Torchwood from the kelpie and having been there - Newt liked the idea of the restaurant giving creatures like a kelpie an alternate choice to eating others like Newt. Taking Albus and Tina with him, and the briefcase and Bowtruckle sticking out of his shirt coat pocket.

"Excuse me. Who's in charge here?"

[Hello, Genessia! Here's a new face: older gentleman, exceptionally frizzy white hair (though part of that is the heat). If you were to think 'mad scientist' upon looking at him, you wouldn't exactly be wrong. He appears to be walking along a waterway in Nova City, admiring the sights.]

Hello! I've just awoken here the other day, and I gather that it's customary to greet everyone upon arrival? So I shall. I'm Dr. Emmett Brown, I specialize in timepieces and small repairs, and it's a pleasure to meet you all. Or...most of you, I hope. I don't want to presume.

I just have one question. How did you all decide where to live? It's probably the most convenient to live where you've found a job, and I'm hoping that won't be too difficult, but all of the cities have a wonderful charm to them. The comforts of the future, the charms of the past, what is, what could be...hell, it might take me the entire month to make a decision.

[Video]

[The Eleventh Doctor pops up on screen with an affable smile, beside his younger (if slightly older-looking) self.]

Hello, everyone, The Doctor here.

[ The Tenth Doctor is now on screen next to his older self and giving a cheeky smile]

Hullo, also The Doctor.

[The older (even if he doesn’t quite look it) Doctor nods with a smile and a tilt of his head toward the other.]

Anyways, me and chinny here -

[The younger-looking Doctor rolls his eyes.]

Oi, try and stay on topic.

[Ten puffs his cheeks in a held in laugh because *really* self]

Me and Chinny here have put together a place for the residents who find this weather a bit unbearable a place to stay.

[The Eleventh Doctor shakes his head and renews his smile for the camera.]

Yes, simple enough, heat exchanger looped through the Alpine Room in my TARDIS, keeps a few rooms at Torchwood very pleasant for anyone who’s not cut out for this sort of heat. Because that’s what we do.

[He pauses just a second to adjust his bow tie proudly.]

Make it cool.

[Ten eyes Eleven and then off screen towards Rose - they’re not charging for this right? Right? He doesn’t know what she wants and back at the camera.]

Come on over and make yourselves comfortable.

And don’t hesitate to give us a ring if you can’t get here safely on your own, we’ll work something out.

[[[FYI, both Eleven and Ten will probably answer replies, and other Torchwood people helping out may threadjack in unless threads are locked.]]]

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[Action]
[The Eleventh Doctor will be around Torchwood, making sure the heat exchanger is working (and that nobody goes wandering into his TARDIS uninvited), and to brainstorm a solution just in case anyone needs help getting there. The Tenth Doctor will be around, also, as well as other Torchwood people to check those who arrive for signs of heat exhaustion or heatstroke, etc.]