video; un: adler

[disasdeer]

[ Louis appears on the camera, and behind him is a very empty looking room at the inn. Perfect - just how he decorates. He leans back into a chair and has his arms folded over his chest. ]

I was away for a few months and things got bad here, it looks like. I think I have the short version of what happened, and I don't need all of the details. Besides, that's not why I'm here on the network.

[ He considers and then -- ]

In December, at home, we have a Holiday called Rexmas. It's to be spent with families and loved ones, gift giving, that sort of thing. I wager other places have similar holidays, and if you want - you can share what yours are. I'm admittedly a bit curious. December is always busy and eventful for me, and this is the first year in many where I don't anticipate being busy, so I don't know what to do with myself.

Which made me get an idea, which I suspect that a lot of people will like.

[ His tone doesn't shift, and his attention seems solidly on the camera. His tone is...formal, almost stern. ]

I'm thinking that the first weekend of December we should have a party for everyone. A formal party, or maybe a masquerade? Maybe let me know what sounds more fun for you. An opportunity for people to dress up in something nice and enjoy each other's company. To drink, and dance, and party, essentially.

I've worked to organize events like this at home many times before, so I have no problem securing a location, and working to organize the event. As long as others are willing to volunteer to help with setup of it.

[ He unfolds his arms, and his body seems to relax. He smiles a little. ]

That being said, I want to make sure everyone can fully enjoy themselves, and it's a safe event. So I do have a few things that I want to ensure are absolutely going to be rules.

First, children under the age of sixteen will be forbidden to stay after nine in the evening. Second, all weapons are to be left at home. Third, no fighting with magic, either. Magic may be used for the purpose of entertainment at the event.

Again, I want a peaceful, safe event - so these are the only real non-negotiables. Beyond those, I'm open to suggestions, contributors. That's sort of thing.

Comments

text; un: didnot.

[morns]

don't care what it is.
bring good booze and i'll come.

[disasdeer]

Only the *best* booze, thank you very much.

[morns]

i'll be verifying that.

un: music2myears

[afoolshope]

[Sorry for munching but someone’s hungry when he saw this.]

Sounds like Christmas but starring a T-Rex instead of Santa Claus. But I can help set up and stuff, if you want.

I don’t really have any Christmas traditions, most in Japan get that bucket of fried chicken from KFC but I can do with any food to be honest. None of my friends are here [Or know him, he’s been hesitant to reach out because of that.] so I’m alright with whatever.

[disasdeer]

It's probably similar if Christmas is what people call their winter holiday.

We obviously have parts of it that center around a good meal, too. It's probably pretty clear it's [ heh ] not fried chicken, though.

There's no one from my home here, either. There was when I was here previously, at least for a little bit.

[afoolshope]

[Heh.]

Probably not. But I’m good with whatever meal as long as I’m with friends. Sorry to hear yours aren’t here anymore though.

Do you want help with setting up?

text; un: tacobell

[itsjiaheng]

oooh this sounds fun
and like
with the way things are around here
we probably heckin need it

if ur gonna have rules u probably need ppl to enforce them
or somebody that knows how to setup magic wards that keep ppl honest
like where if someone has a weapon on them
they can't pass the barrier etc

[ if he sounds paranoid... he is. ]

otherwise i'm willing to help out if there's something i can do!

[disasdeer]

Are you volunteering? You know, to enforce them?

[ he's pulling his leg ]

I'm not super concerned as long as no one causes problems.

[itsjiaheng]

lmao god no
this year has been long af
so my plan is
1. drink
2. have a good time

hopefully
there aren't as many people looking to start problems here as where i came from

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[reloves]

A party would be great!

[ Look at this reply. There's absolutely not a single hint of hesitation on Minako's end - she looks excited as all heck about this idea, a grin stretching from ear to ear.

.. though it's apparently not the only thing she has to say. ]

But I'm glad you're proposing an under sixteen age limit, because if you upped that even one yet, I would have thrown a fit! [ She is a partying sixteen year old who wants to be respected. Clearly. ]

[disasdeer]

Hm. Why would that be? Maybe I should reconsider, then.

[ He...doesn't sound like he's joking, but he is. ]

[reloves]

[ ...

Do you hear that pause?

That's the exact time Minako needs to consider whether or not he's joking. She figures he is, but his tone sounds so convincingly like he isn't, that Minako is starting to look more and more shocked by the moment. ]

N-No way, right? That's a joke, isn't it?! You wouldn't do that to a beautiful girl, would you?! [ Please, Minako, you're talking to a deer. ]

video | un: kaz.PIKO

[natsupiko]

[Did someone say party??]

Yooo, a masquerade sounds fresh as hell! You don't see those thrown nearly as much as they should!

[disasdeer]

To be honest, I've not been to one before. I've been to a lot of formal parties, though. I think Masquerade adds a bit of flare.

Text | Anonymous

[angel_of_death]

[It takes him a moment to respond to the transmission. The deer-man's appearance helps somewhat, as does the term Rexmas, but the word adler is so distinctly German to him that he has to take a minute to push through the feeling it causes.

For him, the Second World War is not yet over.]

Have you considered holding a charitable raffle?

[disasdeer]

I hadn't considered. I'm assuming you mean in relation to the things that had happened pretty recently?

video; un: 𓅃

[hor]

It sounds as though the real party begins at nine.

[ He'll be there~ ]

[disasdeer]

You are one-hundred percent correct, bird emoji.

I figure it's only fair to allow the adults to blow off steam free of children.

Video; anonymous but you know who

[angel_of_death]

[Walter can't quite resist adding a little response to his friend's assessment. Does he feel a little slighted at arbitrarily being excluded merely because of his age? Yes.

Does he actually harbour resentment over it? No. But he's still going to tease someone over it.

Which is why he replies through video, bored expression paired with an airy, disinterested tone.]

Yes, yes. Go on. Rub it in.

Video; un: m.kyrielight

[unfalteringwall]

[Deer? Deer. D e e r. Mash doesn’t reply right away, just sorta. Stares at the screen. She’s seen bipedal reindeer beasts before but they were just that - beasts. This was fascinating, really. … Okay, enough of that, though! Time to turn on the video feed. She opens with a warm smile.]

A masquerade, how exciting! I’ve never been to any sort of formal dance before. [Or an informal dance, for that matter.] There was a very lovely dress waiting for me when I arrived here - it’d be fun to have a chance to wear it.

… Ah, I don’t believe we’ve met. I’m Mash Kyrielight, and while I can’t offer much in the way of suggestions, I’d be happy to help however I can with preparations!

[disasdeer]

[ It's alright to stare, he wouldn't think of it anymore. ]

You had a lovely dress just...randomly? [ they sure bring interesting things, huh ]

I'm Louis. And I appreciate help with preparations regardless. The planning part isn't the hardest, it's the set-up and making sure we have enough hands.

video | un: octavinelle | a few days later

[dottedline]

[Thank you, kind person who brought this to Azul's attention.]

I understand you're looking for someone to cater this possible gathering?

[disasdeer]

A few someones, actually. But that is an absolutely yes.

Video | un: pikohammerhero

[pricklybloom]

Oooh, a winter masquerade! That sounds like a lot of fun!

Although the age thing is a bit unfair. Couldn't you at least move it to a little later?

[disasdeer]

That is a non-negotiable. Or do you not know what that means?