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] mercjedi.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 07:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Kyle usual clothing had been replaced by a set of modest, but still rather formal Jedi robes, and he was none to happy about it. Finally accepting that there was little he could do about it short of leaving the party, he settled onto the balcony, and had a busboy bring him some champagne.

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 07:58 pm (UTC)(link)
The decorations are beautiful, and the trappings of the ballroom are elegant and remind Nura briefly of a vid-pic she'd seen in a book back home. A smile touches her full, lightly-lipstick-dabbed pink lips, and she reaches up to move back a perfectly-waved white lock to behind her ear.

Nura doesn't know why she's here, or why she's suddenly dawned a very sumptuous gown (http://www.simplydresses.com/_img/PRODUCTS/500/PromGirl-506870309.jpg) , but she's not complaining. In fact, she's blending in, moving her high heels about, taking a glass of bubbly champagne from a waiter's tray and taking a sip, feeling a little more confidence pour into her with each brief sip. As she sips from her drink, she keeps an eye out for any potential dance partners.

[identity profile] queenofcalamity.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 08:22 pm (UTC)(link)
Arika's used to the pomp and trappings of a party. The ballroom is tastefully done, and she approves of the decorations that adorn almost every corner, nook and cranny.

She's adorned in a soft, strapless, taffeta gown (http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/edressme_2117_692032189), bustled, trumpet style skirt, fully lined, and floor length. It isn't something that she'd wear any normal day of leisure, but it will do, considering the current circumstance.

She stands not quite near the wall, but somewhere around there, sipping from a glass of champagne bubbly, looking as if she belongs, though she's only just arrived.

By the fountain

[identity profile] demon-alessa.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 08:32 pm (UTC)(link)
Of course the young girl had no clue why she was here, and even if she were in a fairly fitting (http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j202/Brittani_Hellsing/Fashion/GothicDress6.jpg&imgrefurl=http://insanestar.pointblog.co.uk/goth-dress.html&usg=__8kzPsdDK4DbAVw6BRv65B_1q_yw=&h=420&w=281&sz=29&hl=en&start=1&sig2=F9wp0t640M_8cv_XU_HlXw&tbnid=HB5GfdKH21NStM:&tbnh=125&tbnw=84&ei=JzZTTPyCNMP68Abd7vSFAw&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dgoth%2Bdress%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26biw%3D1280%26bih%3D580%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1) dress, still felt as of this were another strange waste of her time. People spent far too much time trying to enjoy themselves with trifles rather than actually preparing themselves for a fight.

In any case, this strange new elegant surrounding is overwhelming to Alessa, who decided that a brightly lit room with candles and people cavorting all over the place was definitely not her style. She edged near the fountain, glad to be out of the way but ultimately unable to avoid attention with such a noticeable dress.
governorkang: (What / This is stupid)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-30 08:55 pm (UTC)(link)
...Kang has been forced into a black suit with a dark blue tie, and the silvery horn caps Nehaalista gave him, and he doesn't look very pleased by this. Wings rustling irritably, he stops one of the busboys and asks if they have anything stronger than champagne; when he is told no, he holds back a growl and takes one of the delicate glasses. It'll have to do.

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Nura is moving through the ballroom, sipping her champagne, and watching the couples pull each other onto the dance floor and spin one another around. It makes her wish that Querl were here; though he is not the best dancer. Her gown's (http://www.simplydresses.com/_img/PRODUCTS/500/PromGirl-506870309.jpg) bodice hugs her tightly, with the sumptuous skirt flowing with her.

Keeping her eye out for anyone she recognizes, she spots someone that she does not. A strange person looking very displeased with his attire and glass of champagne. Smiling, she walks over, lowering her glass of champagne from her lips.

"Enjoying the party?"
governorkang: (Neutral)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-30 09:12 pm (UTC)(link)
"This is not my type of party, ma'am," Kang downs the entire glass easily. "Or clothing. It's uncomfortable."

He looks down at the woman, "You seem to be right at home, though."

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Nura lets out a bubbly laugh - the champagne's effect doing two-fold upon her - and settles a soft hand at her hip, while using the other to take another delicate sip of her champagne. "I suppose the party life isn't for everyone."

"I love festivities like these," she says. "They take my mind off more serious matters. Just a brief respite."

In the ballroom. Not here. Not. HERE!

[identity profile] bluebrassmonkey.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:17 pm (UTC)(link)
::Say what?

What...Oh dear, what the hell is he doing in formal native wear?! ...why didn't he put on Cinder's white coat? He's standing (actually standing, having reminded himself) in long, very see-through layers of cloth that look more like controlled liquid-smoke. Arm bands and ankle bands adorn, as does a wide neck decoration very vaguely reminiscent of Egyptian collars of state.
Ai yah. His headdress is on. And so is the formal makeup. Face paint more like, but still.

Don't mind him. He's standing there blushing like mad and trying to disappear into the wall.::
morphitudinous: (Ripples)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2010-07-30 09:22 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy, much to his displeasure, has been relocated here and dressed in a simple gray and black suit. Even his glasses have been replaced to match, with thin silver-rimmed rectangles replacing the rounded plantglasses.

Much to his further displeasure, the woman at the punch bowl has dared him to ask someone to dance. He can manage the dancing, thankfully, but the asking? Plenty awkward.

He's scanning the crowd now, trying to prove that he's making an effort. And maybe, just maybe, going through with it.
governorkang: (Sons-of-bitches command face)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-30 09:24 pm (UTC)(link)
It'll take more champagne than that one glass to get Kang anywhere near buzzed. "I like parties. Not fancy ones like this, though. This is more like a Palanthian or elven ball." Both of which he doubts he'd ever have been invited to back on Krynn.

"I am Kang."

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Nura does not know what a Palanthian or elven ball is, but she continues to smile. "Everyone has their preferences. There is nothing wrong with that."

She takes one last sip of her champagne before she sets it down on the table next to them. She extends her hand to Kang, "I'm Nura. It's a pleasure to meet you, Kang."
morphitudinous: (Adorkable's the word)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2010-07-30 09:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy's not so sure that he's lucky that he can see what's coming. He's watching everyone dance when he notices a pretty girl looking slightly like a fish out of water. Like him. Waiting to see what she does, he doesn't have to wait long to realize that she's headed right for him. And she's not changing course.

How to catch her to avoid damaging that expensive dress? After a split second of thought, he lightly catches her waist with both hands. Don't worry, he'll let go the second she's ready.

"Hey, are you all right? Was someone following you?"

At the side, sipping champagne

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Katara was actually quite happy to dress up, and though there were many elegant dresses to choose from, she decides to go with something a little more daring. (http://image.made-in-china.com/2f0j00wCjTUJnRSLcN/Prom-Dresses-Style-6816-.jpg) She hasn't gotten to dance yet, instead choosing to go along the side and sip champagne: its very light and much better than beer to her.

In the meantime, she's looking out for some of her friends and admiring all of the dresses and the hairdos, but has yet to step on the dance floor yet.
Edited 2010-07-30 21:35 (UTC)
morphitudinous: (:()

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2010-07-30 09:37 pm (UTC)(link)
What is it with everyone embarrassing themselves today?

Billy moves to shield Renne from the rest of the room in two big steps, kneeling with clear concern.

"You look like you'd rather be anywhere else."
governorkang: (Having fun)

[personal profile] governorkang 2010-07-30 09:39 pm (UTC)(link)
Kang's just tend towards the more... rowdy.

He has the feeling he's not really supposed to shake her hand in this type of setting, so he instead he takes her fingers, careful of his claws, and gives her a short, formal bow. "Well met."

[identity profile] bluebrassmonkey.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:40 pm (UTC)(link)
::Squeak! Bee, has anyone ever told you you're the king of understatements?::

Rrrr-enne noh dahnts! Eee...Wha-t do?

::That's one way to put it. Rather: He knows absolutely ZILCH concerning formal occasions. And he knows it::
morphitudinous: (w/ Trini: Scheming geniuses)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2010-07-30 09:44 pm (UTC)(link)
"Good," he sighs in relief, letting her go when he's sure she's steady.

When he hears about the person responsible, he smiles and shakes his head. "You're not the only one being troubled by her tonight. What did she do to you?"

Re: At the side, sipping champagne

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:45 pm (UTC)(link)
"Katara!" a friendly voice says. Nura crosses the room once she spots her good waterbender friend. She moves easily in her heels and gown (http://www.simplydresses.com/_img/PRODUCTS/500/PromGirl-506870309.jpg). "You look absolutely stellar." She has a glass of champagne in one hand, with the other hand at a cocked hip - always a little flirtatious.

[identity profile] thunder-ace.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:46 pm (UTC)(link)
Fate... is currently wearing a rather nice suit (http://i25.tinypic.com/10if4p2.jpg). She looks horribly embarrassed, and seems to be more focused on fiddling with her yellow tie than taking in the grand surroundings. Care to talk to her?

[identity profile] foreseen-future.livejournal.com 2010-07-30 09:49 pm (UTC)(link)
Nura is a little surprised by the gentlemanly move, but she smiles anyways. "I can say the same to you..." she curtsies, "good sir." There's a slight playful tilt in her tone.
morphitudinous: (A cannon? Really?)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2010-07-30 09:49 pm (UTC)(link)
"There's no rule saying you have to dance." At least if you avoid the woman at the punch bowl. Billy still has to find a dance partner, but he'll spare Renne the pain and embarrassment.

Instead, he'll sit and talk with his brother for a while. His brother in the very interesting outfit, which he may ask about later.

"You can talk on the balcony, sit out under the stars, or make a wish at the fountain. I'm sure there's more to do, but that's all I can remember right now."

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