A proposal [Video]; un: Rider

[amakakeru]

[ Rider smiles as the video starts. He’s less formally dressed than normal, lacking his jacket and hat and two buttons on his dark blue shirt are undone – casual mode! ]


As I’m sure we’re all aware, we’ve got a bit of a humanitarian crisis on our hands. There are a lot of people that can use help. The best way to help is money. People are more likely to give money when there’s an incentive to donate, as I’m sure most of you know – a gift or something to accompany their donation.


[ He motions to a wall calendar behind him. What’s on the calendar isn’t clear at first, but that’s not important right now. He keeps talking for now. ]


Calendars are a popular gift this time of year, perfect for the coming new year, but you need interesting subject matter – cute animals, nature photos, things like that.


[ Now he takes the calendar off the wall to reveal its subject matter. The cover shows your stereotypical wizard posed suggestively with a staff and a strategically torn robe to highlight his muscle with the title of WIZARDS GONE WILD. ]


I’m suggesting something, well, a little more suggestive. Some of you are keen on showing off your bodies publicly [ He’s not naming names, but y’all know who you are. ] so why don’t we capitalize on that?


[ He flips through the pages of the calendar, showing wizards of all genders in any number of suggestive poses and states of undress before hanging it back up. ]


Why don’t we do a cheeky little pinup calendar? Anyone of age is more than welcome to volunteer to pose for photos…and we’re probably going to need capable photographers. Given the nature of the project, there’s no pay, but I’m not going to be making any money off of this, either. All profit over the printing costs of the calendar will be given directly to refugee-organized charities.


Thank you in advance to any and all volunteers who want to have a little fun for a good cause.


[ Rider then chuckles as he puts on a charming smile. ]


And if it helps put everyone’s mind at ease, I’ll be posing for this, too.

Comments

text; un: didnot.

[morns]

quicker to sext the person you're interested in.

( what a terribly roundabout plan to fish for nudes, Ryouma. )

[amakakeru]

I assure you that if I wanted to get racy pictures from someone like that, I wouldn't make it a public call like this.

I don't blame you for having reservations about the project, but I promise my intentions are nothing but good and none of the photos will not be kept for, uh, "personal use".

text; un: maou

[owarifool]

u know how to reach me~

[amakakeru]

I knew if no one else, I could count on you.

video; un: beaumains

[beaumains]

[ Hmm... A Knight should always do charity when they could. That was a big part of why she was working the soup kitchen, after all. And she didn't doubt her status as the Celliwig Champion would be a selling point for the calendar, especially after her experience "rescuing" those other Knights from that shady strip club... ]


I shall have to pay thought to this. [ She says after a hum, her eyes pinched a little. ] I admire heart behind this notion, for certain!

[amakakeru]

[ Ryouma smiles and bows his head for a moment as a sign of politeness. ]

Well, thank you. I just want to do what I can and have a little fun while I'm at it. [ He pauses, then puts on a charming little smile. ] If someone with a title like yours posed for this little project, it'll certainly lend it some credibility and sell more copies.

[ Not that he's trying to make anyone do anything they don't want to, but he's not above convincing those on the fence. ]

text | un: maruchan

[fujimaru]

Merlin?!

[ She yelps that aloud, at least, which might get her a few strange looks from the people around her. Not the one that is native to this place; she does know better. But also, this seems like the sort of thing that a certain flower magus might do.

Come to think of it, didn't Roman have Magi*Mari calendars...? Oof. Try not to think too hard about that, Ritsuka, and just text him back. ]

If you need help setting it up I'm game
But also please please please do not give anyone any ideas when we go home

[ At least here, Ritsuka can get away with just being a background PA; at home, she'd have to go into hiding for at least the whole duration of the project. ]

[amakakeru]

I could always use your skill for organizing, Master.

[ Ah. He knows That Fear. It's a legitimate fear, given the nature of some of the Servants back home, especially one particular Caster. ]

No, no, I wouldn't dream of it. This is for purely charitable causes here and I'd have no reason to do this at home.

text; un: bluesaber

[excalibeam]

[ Hm, the cause is definitely something Saber is in support of. The act, however... ]

Quite the noble cause... must...

must it be... suggestive, though?

text; un: beaumains

[beaumains]

We knights should honor charity whenever we can, Your Highness! What's more, our bodies are symbols of pride and righteous might, and may inspire others!

text; un: redsaber

[umuperor]

[ meanwhile there's this bitch. ]

A phenomenal scheme, Rider! I would be more than happy to take part—let all gaze upon me!

[amakakeru]

It's not a scheme, but I do appreciate your enthusiasm. Your contribution is appreciated and will be appreciated by any number of citizens.

VIDEO: UN: HAMMERTIME

[forgeabettertomorrow]

…huh. There’s things like that?

You know what? I’m in! Sounds like a blast!

We can even use my forge for shoots if anyone wants to!

[amakakeru]

[ Ryouma grins and gives a little nod. ]

Now that's the kind of enthusiasm I've been hoping for. Glad to have you on board and to have your support!

text; un: tacobell

[itsjiaheng]

aw man
i cannot BELIEVE
i didn't think of this
what with prior experience and all hehe
only i was a bird last time...
a n y w a y
willing to help out !!
probably know another guy who would too..

[amakakeru]

You could say inspiration struck.

[ He's not going to ask questions about the bird thing...Time to quietly carry on with his own agenda. ]

I'll take any help I can get right now, so any other willing volunteers are great.

Text | Anonymous

[angel_of_death]

It's nice to see someone else around here in a charitable mindset.

[Even if pinups aren't his fancy, he can appreciate that something like that will sell, and that the money will go to a good cause.]

[amakakeru]

Ah, well, thank you. I've been helping with my time, but there's only so much one man can do. I just hope this gets help to those who need it most right now.

Text - UN: koko1010

[scriptwriter]

ooooh so this is gonna be a less racy version of that 'Jugs of the Round Table' magazine, right? RIGHT!!? This is absolute GENIUS!

Count me in! I'll contribute my services for the sake of photography!!

[beaumains]

Oh no you don't. If you're helping, you'll be modelling as well.

text; un: manslayer

[hitokiri]

so this is what u sit around thinkin about huh

[ not that he couldn't just ask about this later in person but guess what texting is a buffer. ]

[amakakeru]

I wanted to find a more effective way of helping the refugees. You could say I got inspired.

You're interested in helping, aren't you?

text; un: stargazer

[leicesters]

Can't say I've heard of a "pin-up calendar" before, but it sounds like fun. Count me in!

[amakakeru]

It's not something I was entirely familiar with, either. Definitely not from my time, but I'm more than willing to take a shot at the concept if it means getting money to people that need it right now.

I'm glad you're willing to take a chance on an unknown like this, though.

text | UN: damselfish

[notcethleann]

Oh, this sounds like ever so much fun! I could never have imagined doing such a thing at home, but I am most certainly interested in trying it out. Perhaps mine could take place on the beach? I am very fond of the water, after all, and I have come to learn that some of the suits for swimming in this world are QUITE cheeky! 😊

Ah, and if you would not mind, I am willing to volunteer to take photographs of others as well. I find the ability to visually capture a moment in such a way absolutely fascinating, and doing so in moments of flirtation with amorous poses would be simply delightful!

[amakakeru]

[ Oh, she seems much more genuine than the last person to offer photography skills. ]

A beach shoot is a great idea! It's a little cold this time of year, so make sure to get one of those cheeky swimsuits enchanted to keep you from freezing, okay?

Of course you can take photos, if you want. You really seem to have a passion for it and that's just what we need to make these shots appealing.

Video ; un: m.kyrielight

[unfalteringwall]

[Mash saw how well Medb’s photo book sold at ServaFes. She can’t deny that there’s certainly an audience for this kind of thing. Still… wasn’t there untapped potential here?]

If you’re open to suggestions, I think it might do well to make a version that appeals to those who value cute things as well!

[amakakeru]

Of course, that'd be a great idea. Some people may have familiars that are willing to pose...

[ He pauses for a moment, then inspiration strikes. ]

Hm, Fou came with you, didn't he?

text / un; Chasseur

[resistetmords]

Ah, well sex sells as they say.

[amakakeru]

That it does. It feels a little...tawdry doing it this way, but if everyone's having fun, it's fine.

text; un: kaz.PIKO

[natsupiko]

[How had he not thought of this before for the theater! Ah right, because Sakyo would have ended his life.]

YOOOO great idea! I handle graphics and socials for Kaika so I can help with photography o9

[amakakeru]

Excellent! Happy to have more talented helping hands around.

voice; un: mcmm

[groundzeroes]

Yo. How big of a print run are we expecting, do you think? If your overhead costs gets outta hand, Phoenix Roost can finance a run or two. Anything for the right cause, heh.

Hell, the Roost hasn't seen as much traffic in the rush since the crisis popped off, either. If you need a stage for backdrops it's all yours in the daytime hours.

[There's probably a ulterior motive in there somewhere with regards to Rei counting the calendar donations on his taxes or something stupid... but Still]

[amakakeru]

I'm not sure how big of a run, but I do appreciate the offer. Hopefully it doesn't get too out of hand...I'm just not sure what to expect right now. I'm getting in over my head, aren't I?

[ He chuckles. ]

I'll probably take you up on the offer for the venue, too. Thank you so much for your generosity.

text; un: mc.bb

[ichibukuro]

[He stared at this for a Very Long Time, deliberating. It's not like he's overly modest but...]

i can help with background stuff.
...maybe posing. do we have to show our faces.

[amakakeru]

No, you don't. There's something to be said about the allure of the unseen, if you get me. Back shots, veiled faces, partially shown faces...It lets the viewer's imagination run wild.

No one has to pose, either, so if you're not comfortable, don't feel pressured, alright?

text; un: bladeworks

[unknowntodeath]

Rider? Another servant?

[amakakeru]

Yes, that's right. I'm one of the Chaldean Servants.

video; un: red gem

[greedyvixen]

[Rin's not even going to think twice about this, so here without any hesitation and with a charming smile on her face.]

Sounds like fun. Count me in!

[amakakeru]

[ She looks familiar to him, not as herself but as a certain goddess he's seen around Chaldea...He catches himself squinting at the camera, then realizes he's doing this and laughs.

Smooth. ]

Ah, excellent. [ A pause. ] I'm kind of surprised how many people are willing to help out with this. And very grateful!

video, un: cherrypit

[polterguide]

So like... Exactly how terrible is this going to be? I mean in like - so most of the time I see these kind of like, horny calendars they're really cheesy? So are you going to be leaning into that cheese factor or is this going to actually try to be like... A serious horny calendar people might get their rocks off to?

Not that I'm really volunteering myself to be a model because I don't know who'd want to see that, but I wanna know what I should be expecting.

[They feel like this is a very important question.]

[amakakeru]

[ Well. Of all the questions he'd expected to get this one certainly wasn't one of them. His expression briefly reflects that before he manages to get his reaction under control. ]

The cheese factor. I don't want to make anything too lewd. If it's too much, it's less likely to have a wide appeal. Something a little racy, but tame enough to not raise too many eyebrows, if that makes sense.