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[saxsongs]

[Ren has set up the camera so that he's visible from waist up. He's smiling a perfect smile, fit for an entertainer.]

Hello, everyone. My name is Ren Jinguji. I'm an idol back home and I was also in the business in Lunatia, where I was before coming here.

I was curious to know if you think being a singer would be successful here in Camelot? I am planning on joining the theater, but I wish to sing as well. Of course, I could just sing for the sake of it, but I want to spread the joy of music around as much as I can.

[Maybe that's a bit cheesy and more what Ittoki or someone else from STARISH would say, but he does feel the same way.]

Also my magic here is Healing. If anyone would like to practice together, I would appreciate it. Or if anyone happens to need healing, I can at least try my best.

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[beautifulbeast]

[Oh! An idol! Juno's quick to hop onto AOL once she spots this and Ren is treated to a video of a distinctly non-human teen with her ears pricked forward in keen interest. Despite her wolfish appearance the smile on her face is bright and distinctly pleased.]

Hello! I'm Juno. I'm planning on joining the theater soon as well, if they'll have me! I wasn't anything like an idol back home but I was part of the drama club and really enjoyed it. I've never tried singing but I do enjoy dancing.

[To be more serious for a moment though, she turns her eyes skyward while her expression takes a more thoughtful tone. One of her ears flicks.]

I don't see why you wouldn't be successful as a singer though. The theater is so popular and it isn't as if singing wasn't popular in the past either.

[saxsongs]

It's a pleasure to meet you, Juno. I do hope we will be working together soon.

[Wolf or not, a lady is a lady and she gets a beautiful smile. After Prismatica, nothing is weird to him, it seems.]

I will definitely sing on the side then, until I can see how well I do. But I will keep theater as a job no matter what happens. Why not do both if you can, right?

[He winks.]

[beautifulbeast]

[That smile in reply seems to please her a good deal, in part because it's some reaction other than surprise and a nice smile is a nice smile. There's a bit more tooth to this grin perhaps but she doesn't seem fierce or anything. The tone of her voice is decidedly upbeat and excited.]

Mm, I agree! It's always good to keep busy I think. And if you like both activities there's no reason to stop one for the other or anything like that!

[saxsongs]

[There is some tooth to her grin, but he expected that, considering she was a wolf. He keeps his smile.]

What else do you enjoy doing?

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[disasdeer]

I think a singer would be appreciated here. The theaters can incorporate music into their performances, even. Have you visited by the place yet? I'm planning to stop by sometime soon, personally.

[saxsongs]

Not yet, but soon. Maybe we could go together?

I've never actually performed in a musical, but that would be interesting.

[disasdeer]

I'd be interested in doing that. I'm mostly curious to see what it's like. It's been over a year since I've been on a stage, but I wouldn't mind going back.

Can you dance? Musicals have that, too.

[saxsongs]

Then we should decide on a time when to go. I'm practically free anytime.

Yes. While I still have a lot to learn, I do quite enjoy dancing. Our group has a lot of different dances, too.

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[uenosama]

You are from Lunatia too?

[Uenoyama looks a bit out of it. He's in his room at the inn, guitar visible in the background of the video, leaned against the wall. But anything music-related falls into the second plan for now.]

[saxsongs]

Yes. I see there are more and more people migrating from there to here.

[uenosama]

Migrating? Isn't that something that you do willingly? I sure as hell don't want to be here...

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[happyberry]

[ The camera shows a pretty, young girl with stylishly messy, pink hair and an acid-washed grey jean jacket buttoned up but to leave her décolletage out to breathe, the barest implication of cleavage visible from the right angle, as someone who’s full-body animated, holding her phone out at arms’ length, steadily-ish, and clearly full of energy. She’s got a bright grin on full, petal pink lips and rosy cheeks — yet au naturel, cuz even in space, makeup is expensive. But if someone is talking about being an idol and clearly is so handsome he looks the part, bare face can’t matter. She’s fresh faced naturally anyway... particularly so right now, in fact, all but literally sparkling at the user on the other end. In fact, is she sparkling? Pink? Just a subtle filter? ]

Ah, excuse me, excuse me— I have a strange question for you... You said you’re an idol back home. Where is “back home?” Your name sounds Japanese, but could you possibly be from... the Glitter Planet, by any chance? Do you know a hair and makeup artist named Kisaragi Seiji-sama?! Maybe you worked together, or, um, neighbors there— cousins, maybe?

[ She pauses for effect before she mentions the Glitter Planet, as if she’s expecting it to have some kind of resonance, a tone like she’ll win Jeopardy! points by guessing right. She’s very excited about this person she’s comparing Ren to, whoever he is. ]

[saxsongs]

[Oh, she's adorable. Ren smiles, even if a part of what she says is a little bit confusing. But he stays as polite and charming as ever.]

I am, in fact, from Japan, from Earth. Unfortunately, I have never heard of a person like that, however. Our career is still starting so perhaps in the future.

[Unless they're from this Glitter Planet then maybe not. But clearly the person is important for her.]

[happyberry]

Ah... So you’re not from the Glitter Planet, then... Unless you’re on the down low, too, huh...

[ She mutters the last bit to herself. Maybe even on this planet, the Glitter Planet natives need to keep a low profile. She’s never actually talked to Seiji about his foreign origins or the source of his natural sparkle, after all... There could be much more than meets the eye. What if below the shimmering surface there’s a covert intergalactic operation going on?! And if this guy, who looks so remarkably like a redheaded long-lost Kisaragi cousin with that natural sparkle himself, could be in on this secret mission?! Maybe he can’t speak of the Glitter Planet, just like Seiji-sama... Or maybe he’s just Japanese and cute like he says... Could that mean the same of Seiji? This certainly leaves Miwako with a lot to think about. On her own, though, because this is aaalllllllll her and her pet theories. Better to keep things hush-hush for fear of risking the handsome young men’s possible secrets, or, yknow, her social life and reputation as a semi-sane person.

Either way, she looks rather put out by Ren’s response. ]

Seiji-sama is a famous hair stylist, even overseas... You’re sure you haven’t heard of him? He’s one of the best makeup artists in Japan! Do you live in Tokyo? Surely you’ve crossed paths! He does photoshoots for idols, models, runway shows... He even works with famous fashion brands like Happy Berry! I’m sure you’ve seen Happy Berry ads in magazines, at least... like Zipper, FRUiTS, GLB... y’know. The name doesn’t ring a bell at all...?

[starshaper]

[Usagi looks so excited after hearing all of this!!]

So that means I can put your posters all over the city again? Oh! I might also join the theater, so maybe we'll be there together!

[ ... and it's going to so weird not being able to do any healing or anything with her own powers here but she can't talk about that. Or she could but she won't, maybe he will find out someday. ]

Hey, sometimes people say music has its own healing powers and that music gets many people through so many things in life, so I guess you're a double healer now!

[... No one says that!! Or do they? Whatever, the point is she remembers how they first met and his singing sure helped her mood and all and some people really find music helpful anytime and so on.]

[saxsongs]

[Why are you always so adorable and charming at the same time, Usagi. Ren has to wonder, as he chuckles.]

Of course. I would certainly appreciate it. And I hope we can become coworkers. It would be fun, performing with you.

[The second part makes him smile even more fondly.]

When you think about it you're right. Music does have healing qualities. You could say music saved me.

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[prismatically]

[ Instead of, you know, coherent words, Stella's initial response opens with what I can only apologetically describe as a squee before she's able to compose herself and reply properly. ]

Oh, wowwww! Um, hi, we've literally never ever met before, but I'm an idol too! This rocks! What's your agency? You've gotta tell me what kinda music you perform! [ And then, in a rush, as if it's just occurred to her: ] Oh! And I'm Stella! I got here like, a month ago.

[saxsongs]

Nice to meet you, Stella. My agency is the Shining Agency and I perform Japanese pop with our seven member unit. I do also sometimes branch out a bit to jazz-like music since I play the saxophone.

How about you?

[prismatically]

We're seven members too! We're called the Prism Maidens and we're managed by Refraction Productions. Everybody's super nice, too! Our manager's kinda strict, though...

[ Though you kind of get the impression that being strict is a necessity with Stella who has the same general energy as a hyperactive golden retriever. ]

We mostly do EDM and dance and– well, lots of electronic stuff! You know the kind.

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[milkmycattle]

You sing?

[Crow's face is a little too close to the camera, so most of his face is indiscernible. However, his red eyes are piercing as he almost tries to size Ren up through the internet. Then he draws back, revealing his messy red bangs and hedgehog ears as he rakes a hand through his hair.]

You've got a point, though. Where could you sing? My voice is too amazing to not use.

[Plus, he doesn't want to get rusty just in case his bandmates arrive. Rom would kick his ass if he finds out he's been slacking in his absence.]

Guess you could be a street performer.

[saxsongs]

It's a pleasure to meet other singers.

[People who share the same passion for music were always great acquittances. You could learn a lot from them.]

You've got to start somewhere. I would rather sing on the streets than give up music entirely.

But I was also thinking about asking some of the theater staff if their stages could be used to perform music.

[milkmycattle]

Even for a pretty boy, you seem like the real deal! I like your attitude!

[ This guy seems full of good suggestions. The theater staff? It's possible they might allow musicians to use their stages.]

Maybe even some taverns would be willing to have live entertainment too. It's been a while since I played at a small venue.

[He's not looking forward to starting over, but he would rather do that than give up as Ren said.]

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[alchemists]

[ An idol, that's one thing Elfnein knows a lot about thanks to people she knows back home. At the very least she knows how much the power of music has. ]

I'm Elfnein, it's nice to meet you! I think that being a singer would be fantastic here, everyone should be able to enjoy music.

[saxsongs]

It's nice to meet you, too. [She gets a rather charming smile.]

I agree. Music is important in many ways... I want to continue bringing joy with it.

[alchemists]

What sort of music do you like to sing?