http://terribly2shy.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] terribly2shy.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] insertmeathere2010-07-30 11:03 am

beauty & the beast montage

One moment, your character was minding their own business, and the next? Perhaps they opened the wrong door, appeared out of nowhere, or maybe, in a decidedly rare occurrence, they were actually escorted. The choice is yours. Either way, they seem to have found themselves at a formal party.



Spread out before them is a large ballroom. The decorations look like something from a fairy tale; high ceilings supported by stone pillars, walls adorned with gold trimmings and white silk curtains, and a high balcony overlooking an ornate marble dance floor. To the far end, a special stage has been set up, where a small orchestra fills the room with classical waltzes. Overhead, a large crystal chandelier illuminates everything with droplets of rainbow light.

To the sides and on the balcony small clusters of people make leisurely conversation and sip champagne. Several busboys carrying silver trays can be seen taking and delivering drink orders, regardless of age. Several couples choose instead to dance; the most graceful tend towards the middle, while the more inexperienced do their best to stay in the places they will be the most unobtrusive.

Should your character choose to go outside, they will be met with clear, starlit skies, a cool breeze, and a lavish rose garden. Several small tables are set up, lit by candles, where waiters take orders for a full-course dinner. Some of course, choose instead to gather near the ever-present Cod Fountain. Several pieces of strange currency can be seen at the bottom of the fountain; it seems that it's a popular place to wish for happiness.



THE RULES:
-Your characters' clothing with be replaced with formal wear, though the degree of formality is entirely up to you.
-Don't go having epic duels and destroying the building and what have you.
-If you please, you can use NPCs, but you will have to write them yourself.
-Standard "DON'T BE DOUCHEBAGS TO OTHER PLAYERS" disclaimers apply.
-????
-PROFIT!
(stolen with so much love from [info]fountainofcod)

[identity profile] voiceofserenity.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 07:26 am (UTC)(link)
"Relax. They don't make you look bad at all, and I do like 'em. You're just a bit of an easy mark sometimes, and it's hard not to tease ya a bit. Gets you all kinds of ruffled."

There should be an in-game ball.

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 07:30 am (UTC)(link)
Nura sighs, "Yes, I suppose you're right. We could shower them with chocolates or machines or whatever else they so dearly love and they'd probably still be sitting there," she places her firm hands upon her hips, "stiff as an inertron block."
thewunderkind: (Confused - That Icon)

[personal profile] thewunderkind 2010-07-31 09:12 am (UTC)(link)
"Eh..." She replied. "I think I would honestly rather be wearing your dress than mine. Reminds a lot more of home." She looked so out of place here. Two odd people not in their typical elements. "I'd rather be shooting things than being in a fancy dress, that's for sure."

Re: At the side, sipping champagne

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 01:31 pm (UTC)(link)
"Just setting the record straight," Katara said, giving her friend a lopsided smile. "You wouldn't believe how many adults I've met who would call all of the things we wet through 'puppy love,' like its the kind of thing that would happen over night."

Katara didn't mind the word-she also didn't know what it meant, but she figured it was something like awesome, so she went with it. "He's one of a kind, and even saying that doesn't really do him justice. But I better stop myself there: if I don't, I'll be talking about him all night, trust me!"

Katara nodded, and clinked glasses with Nura. "You better believe it!" She took a sip, then put her drink down. "That's enough for me. Anymore and I won't be able to walk out of here without falling all over myself!"

[identity profile] demon-alessa.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 01:41 pm (UTC)(link)
"I like the dress, but the occasion leaves a lot to be desired," Alessa replied. "I don't really dance, and I'm certainly not known for carrying myself about in some sort of pretentious manner as if I were above getting my hands dirty."

But at the mention of shooting things, Alessa raised an eyebrow. "What exactly is your line of work?"

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 01:53 pm (UTC)(link)
After her conversation with Nura, Katara is inclined to step out a little herself to enjoy the night sky. The champagne had done more than make her slightly tipsy, and for that reason she waved off any further glasses, choosing instead to walk to the balcony to temper herself. She is out for a few minutes before she realized she'd been joined by someone she knew all too well: her sword instructor Nanashi was out here as well in a cloak that was obviously adorned in a family crest. She'd read about something like that in the media library and had gotten lost in all of the kinds of crests she could find.

She gave her instructor a polite bow, but as her head swam a little, it wasn't too deep. She righted herself, giving Nanashi a smile.

"You're probably used to these kinds of things," Katara said, smiling. "It's my first time really."

Ignore the slight lisp you might here. She's actually working on sobering up a bit.

Re: By the fountain

[identity profile] is-the-ultimate.livejournal.com 2010-07-31 04:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Shadow looked over Alessa himself, then quickly turned away, trying to avoid Alessa seeing his reaction.

"It... it looks good on you." he replied, stammering a bit. There was probably a hint of blushing on his cheeks.
governorkang: (Horn caps)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-31 11:32 pm (UTC)(link)
Kang shook his head and snagged himself another glass of champagne, "I feel like enough of a fool wearing this ridiculous outfit."
governorkang: (Horn caps)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-31 11:57 pm (UTC)(link)
There's at least one man she doesn't tower over at the party, but he isn't really one for dancing (though if asked, he may say yes). Kang looks distinctly uncomfortable in the suit and tie he's been forced into, as well as the setting.

He doesn't even recognize Samus, until he catches her scent, and while he's never been attracted to human women, he at least knows what is considered attractive, and it's a bit of a shock to see her in an actual dress.

[identity profile] lol-fireishot.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
The Pyro just laughs, muffled of course. He holds the cigar up and points to it as the source of the smoke.

[identity profile] dared-to-love.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 01:47 am (UTC)(link)
Ophelia was momentarily distracted by the poofy dress.

"Huh? Oh. I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to do. I don't know how to dance or anything."

[identity profile] bluebrassmonkey.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 01:48 am (UTC)(link)
::Unfortunately, gestures don't get any reaction from him. Not even eye movement::

Re: By the fountain

[identity profile] demon-alessa.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 02:49 am (UTC)(link)
Alessa grinned. So there was actually some good that came out of this awkwardness after all: she really did look aesthetically pleasing. She wasn't one or getting dolled up (until recently anyway) but if it caused this kind of reaction, maybe there was something to it.

"I could say the same," she said. "Pants are overrated anyway."

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 03:47 am (UTC)(link)
"I don't think you're the only one," Nura says, turning her head around to look at a couple of straggling dancers to the dance floor. She smirks when she sees one of them stubble, and try to regain balance. I guess some don't find dancing so easy.

[identity profile] angel-ofthe.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
Cas stared down at the tuxedo and white tie (http://pics.livejournal.com/angel_ofthe/pic/00001twc/s640x640) he was wearing and blinked in confusion.
Edited 2010-08-01 04:19 (UTC)

[identity profile] notadamnangel.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
.......He's in a tux.

Goddammit, he's in A FREAKING TUX (http://www.fanpop.com/spots/supernatural/images/792536/title/double-o-dean-photo)!

Dean didn't care how the party looked. He was ticked off with this trickery.

(And yes, the expression in the photo's about the same)
Edited 2010-08-01 04:01 (UTC)

[identity profile] sanguineroyal.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:04 am (UTC)(link)
Nanashi raises a brow, recognizing the dis-coordination. "Are you drunk, little one?" She waved her hand, dismissing it. It was a party. It wasn't like a little alcohol was going to ruin her. As long as she didn't drink more, it was fine. After all, Katara was older, even if still a child. It was good to get used to these things before being thrust into the adult world.

She smiled and nodded back to Katara, putting her hand on Katara's shoulder to steady her. "Just be careful with how much you drink." She knew the effects of alcohol well enough, having had her fair share of blood wine at home.

"Indeed, I actually feel quite comfortable in this sort of situation, though I am not accustomed to having almost any time off the dance floor. It can be nice to dance, but there are times where these balls can be quite tedious."

[identity profile] nothawkingbird.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:08 am (UTC)(link)
Kate was dressed in a sleek purple evening gown. The surroundings though made her think of the numerous parties that her parents either held, or attended. At least this one was better. Filled with friends instead of people who only like you for your bank account.

[identity profile] notadamnangel.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:11 am (UTC)(link)
Upset? Oh no, not upset. SCOWLING. Full out scowling.

In a tux. (http://www.fanpop.com/spots/supernatural/images/792536/title/double-o-dean-photo)

Dean was not at all a happy camper right now.

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:17 am (UTC)(link)
She giggled. "Well yes, a little," she admitted. "I met up with a friend of mine, and we got a little lost on talking about the people we care about most. But I decided to cut myself off after awhile. No point in having a good time that will end up in suffering later, right? I know all about the effects of alcohol."

Well, maybe not all, but enough to know that drinking too much of that, however good tasting, would lead to a pretty terrible morning after.

"I've actually been wanting to get better at dancing at these occasions myself. I'm actually a really good dancer, but I don't have much experience in this kind of a situation. To be honest, I have an another motive in doing it anyway."

[identity profile] angel-ofthe.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:24 am (UTC)(link)
"... Dean? What's going on?"


Yeah, Cas isn't going to be of help.

[identity profile] lol-fireishot.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:54 am (UTC)(link)
Pyro notices this, and waves his free hand in front of the critter's face. "Hey, you in there?"

[identity profile] bluebrassmonkey.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 04:57 am (UTC)(link)
::And once again, the waving hand isn't...well, it's not perceived as there. The question however, earns an arched eyebrow::

Eey-ess. Rrrr-enne noh go no-wherrrre.

[identity profile] sanguineroyal.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 05:17 am (UTC)(link)
A wry smile crossed Nanashi's face as she scanned the crowd quickly. "Aang?"

She giggled, offering Katara her hand, "if that is the case, I could attempt to teach you to dance, at least as we would in my world. Our music was rather similar." Nanashi knew how to dance, but she had learned totally through observation, and had never had any other students in this area, unlike in sword training.

[identity profile] voiceofserenity.livejournal.com 2010-08-01 06:02 am (UTC)(link)
Look happier, Dean. You've got a happy gal in a big fluffy dress prancing around next to you.

"Don't think you could look any more dashin' unless you was covered in engine grease, y'know..."

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