TDM 007

[goldmods]

【 Thank you for choosing the Golden Peacock, 5-star resort and casino. You are currently registered as a WILDCARD in our system.

Due to a high volume of check-ins, temporary accommodations have been made in our parking garage for all new arrivals. We aim to have all guests moved into their reserved rooms as soon as possible. We deeply apologize for any inconvenience!

All are invited to There Is No Tomorrow, a Phoenix Casino soiree to celebrate our beloved guests. The festivities will begin at 1800 hours on January 20th and end at 1800 hours on January 27th. Please look forward to 168 hours of delight.

In an effort to raise happiness and encourage better guest relationships, attendance is required. The house will assist guests that are too shy to appear of their own accord. Please note that black tie attire is mandatory. As always, we hope you enjoy your stay! 】

PARKING GARAGE

ANY CAR IN A STORM

WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN PEA... CAR?

► Thanks to a classic move called “overbooking,” new arrivals aren't being checked into rooms — the front desk and concierge have made an executive decision to temporarily house new arrivals in the parking garage. This may actually not be as bad as one may think! All of the vehicles in the Golden Peacock's garage are luxury; some are even bigger than the basement suites. There are, however, a limited number of cars available. Guests are booked into cars in pairs or sets of three.

► All vehicles in the Golden Peacock's parking garage are top of the line models. While the body style and year vary, their common denominator is that they are expensive. New arrivals may wake up in any kind of luxury vehicle from a zippy little Maserati to a SUV limousine. Guests waking up in larger, party-style vehicles may find the inside bar stocked with booze and snacks. Due to the nature of waking up in cars, they may wake up anywhere in their new ride. Even the trunk!

► New arrivals wake up naked save for a robe, as is standard for the Golden Peacock. This round’s robes are dramatic sets bedazzled with precious gems. These robes are inspired by the 1920s. Some are silk, some are sheer, some are lined with fur. All are over the top. If it has the flavor of old Hollywood or wealth your character can wake up in it. Some lucky guests may even find old fashioned smoking pipes or extended cigarette holders in their robe pockets.

► After briefly being dumbfounded, the valet, who normally has nothing to do, will scurry down with a few racks of clothes. All articles on the racks have been dragged out of storage; the majority of the pieces are old-fashioned or mismatched. All he can do is continue to bow deeply and apologize for the lack of amenities in the parking garage. No one ever comes here!

SUITES DON'T DO THIS!

► The cars in the parking garage are temperamental. Guests may find doors locking and unlocking of their own accord when they're trying to exit the vehicle. When inside with someone else, the radio will change to a channel playing romantic music. The lights will flicker, dim, or turn off to create some sexy ambiance. They've been in the parking garage for a long time and haven't seen any action in decades. That famous car that starred in Titanic got people to have sex in it. Why can't they!

► Some of the cars may act strangely in other ways. The AC or heat will blast unexpectedly, the horn will go off at the least opportune moment, the engine will steam, the seats will spring back without anyone pressing the lever... if it can go wrong in a car, it can happen.

If asked, the valet will explain that over the past few months parts have gone mysteriously missing from some of the cars. Stolen, by no good dirty thieves! But what kind of ragamuffin would snatch car parts in the Golden Peacock? Regardless, he will apologize about the issues. They will continue until those missing parts are returned or replaced.

He will offer a monetary reward to anyone that can bring him any information about the guests that have been stealing car parts. It makes him look incompetent at his job, you see. All he has to do is watch these cars that don't go anywhere! If the house catches wind that they're needing repairs on his watch he's liable to lose his job. He's got four engaged daughters and he's got to pay for their weddings. He can't afford to get fired!

PHOENIX CASINO HALL

WELCOME TO THE NEXT 168 HOURS

Phoenix Casino is a-flutter with activity and packed to the beak with guests. As a famously ever-changing space, the staff would be remiss if they didn't deck the crown jewel of the Golden Peacock out. The casino glitters from top to bottom, shining brighter than diamonds, rubies, sapphires, opals! Party-goers are shiny and glamorous with picture perfect makeup, fluttering gowns, and sharp suits. Card tables are packed and the slot machines are a-ringing as guests play, play, play! Prizes, luxury, booze, attractive people, it's the place that everyone wants to be at.

Those people being dragged inside by some invisible force...? Silly, they were so excited to come that their bodies moved before they realized what was happening. Those are struggles of joy and definitely not the casino's infamous ghost hands dragging unwilling guests to the party at the behest of the house. Look, they're literally hurling their bodies at the card tables with unrestrained glee!

All clocks indicating day hours and night hours have been removed from the casino. Once a guest has entered, their Watch will jam, making it impossible to keep track of the time. You don't need to worry about that tonight.

AT THE DOOR

► Guests must adhere to the black tie dress code to enter. Those that show up in less than their best won't be turned away — but they will be stuffed into a rental outfit provided by the staff. All provided outfits are gaudy, flashy, and encrusted with jewelry. Also — itchy. Too much starch.

► Guests that do not want to come will be "helped" to the party by the casino's favorite ghost hands. They will be dragged, levitated, and thrown across the resort until they've "joined" the party. Those that wish to opt out will be conveniently overlooked, completely forgotten by both the house and the hands because they, "lack presence." Ouch!

► Guests that wish to leave the party before it reaches its official end 168 hours later will find obstacles getting in the way of exiting. Staff pop out of nowhere to cheerfully guide them over to this new game they must try. Waiters stop them with trays of steaming food that they think they'll really enjoy. Long-standing guests stumble directly into their path and drag them into some drunken shenanigans. The doors will randomly get stuck. While guests can certainly escape the party, the forces that be are determined to make it difficult for them to call it a night.

REFRESHMENTS

► WHAT THE RICH FOLK EAT: A massive buffet table lines the back wall of the casino. This nod to overconsumption and gluttony features expensive and exquisite eats from land to sea. Everything on the table is decadent; only the best for guests of the Golden Peacock. The servers working the table encourage guests to eat and eat and eat, even going so far as to help them load up their 16 inch plates until they're overflowing. Less is more? Nonsense. More is more.

► IT'S GETTING BUBBLY: While there are plenty of libations to go around, there is one special champagne that's guaranteed sweep you off your feet. A few sips of the bubbly will have you floating in the air like you're the grandpa from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Guests that drink the bubbly will become like a bubble themselves, rising to the ceiling and swimming through the air. Unlike Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, however, burping isn't the answer to grounding safely. The bubbly wears off randomly and without warning, so be careful of falling on another guest or someone's game table.

► JUST A PUFF OR TWO: There's a new smoke that's captured the attention of party-goers. This popular new drug is called twig. Smoked from a very thin joint with an earthy taste. Need to add some pep to your step? Twig is the smoking equivalent of two hundred cups of coffee. Who needs sleep? With twig, it's possible to stay awake for upwards of three days without feeling tired. Guests report feeling "brilliantly energized" after smoking twig. However, reports also note that once the high wears off, the user might feel like a deflated balloon that's been run over by a truck. Long-standing guests will encourage newer guests to give it a try. You can sleep after the party, bro!

GAME ROOMS

TRY YOUR LUCK

DIRTY DICE: EVEN DIRTIER

A crowd favorite — Dirty Dice is BACK and now it's even dirtier. The creators put their heads together to come up with funnier and more dynamic dice options to keep things interesting for players. While the original game used a pair of standard six-sided dice, Dirty Dice: Even Dirtier debuts a pair of hefty twelve-sided dice.

► The rules for Dirty Dice: Even Dirtier remain the same as last year. Players will be seated at a two-top (though group Dirty Dice games are also encouraged!) with a set of dirty dice. The starting player rolls both dice. The action created with the dice must then be done to the opposing player — however, the rolling player does have the option to turn down the action if they're chicken. The second player will then roll the dice to create an action, similarly able to turn down the action if they're also chicken. Players continue to take turns until there is a winner.

► The first player to complete four actions will receive bragging rights, an extra large chip payout, and the resounding applause from the audience. For low rank guests, winning Dirty Dice: Even Dirtier may also come with an invitation to one of the exclusive lounges.

DIE A
1: TICKLE
2: FINGER
3: KISS
4: SUCK
5: CARESS
6: SLAP
7: FONDLE
8: PINCH
9: LICK
10: BITE
11: SNIFF
12: GRIND ON

DIE B
1: LIPS
2: THIGH
3: CHEST
4: ASS
5: MOUTH
6: ELBOW
7: NECK
8: EAR
9: NIPPLE
10: GENITALS
11: KNEE
12: NOSE

SEX TOY ROULETTE

Come one, come all, step right up and try your luck with Sex Toy Roulette! Several giant roulette wheels (an ode to our favorite morning TV show, The Price Is Right) are waiting for those brave enough to give them a spin. Sex Toy Roulette is a game of chance that comes with risks and rewards. Are you daring enough to give it a go?

► Sex Toy Roulette is very easy to play. The player steps up to the wheel, grabs the handle, and gives it their best spin. Whatever the needle lands on when the wheel stops is what the player wins! Lucky ducks might land on one of the fabulous instant prizes which can be claimed immediately. Less lucky ducks land on one of the sex toy options.

► If the needle lands on one of the sex toy options the roulette manager will give the player the corresponding sex toy. The toy will sync with the player's Watch and begin a countdown of 4 hours. The instructions for further steps are also transmitted to their Watch: Use this sex toy in a sex act with another guest within 4 hours.

► Players that complete the game and use the sex toy within 4 hours will receive no penalty. They also get to keep the sex toy. Yay!

► Players that do not complete the game and do not use the sex toy within 4 hours will be penalized. Not only will a substantial amount of chips be drained from their bank account, guests may experience a sudden and intense suit flare. Wildcards may randomly experience symptoms of ANY SUIT.

1: BLINDFOLD
2: CHOCOLATE SYRUP
3: PADDLE
4: DILDO
5: INSTA-PRIZE
6: G-STRING
7: CLIT SUCKER
8: ANAL BEADS
9: ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH
10: INSTA-PRIZE
11: MAGIC WAND
12: GUN

13: A REGULAR SPOON
14: VIBRATOR
15: INSTA-PRIZE
16: ROPE
17: BALL GAG
18: FLESHLIGHT
19: BONDAGE TAPE
20: FLAVORED CONDOMS
21: INSTA-PRIZE
22: BUTT PLUG
23: GARTER BELT
24: KNIFE

25: NIPPLE CLAMPS
26: INSTA-PRIZE
27: LEASH & COLLAR
28: RIDING CROP
29: SEX DOLL
30: BEN WA BALLS
31: CHASTITY CAGE
32: ANKLE CUFFS
33: COCK RING
34: INSTA-PRIZE
35: CUCUMBER
36: HANDCUFFS

► Guests that land on INSTA-PRIZE may select from the following prizes:

An extra-large chip payout and money box experience. Stand inside a narrow box and enjoy being showered with the bills of different cultures across the multiverse! Dollars, yen, euros, yuan... you name it.

The royal experience. Travel around the party in the coveted Pure Gold Peacock Palanquin. Enjoy 24 hours of topless servants and constant hand-and-foot service. All of your commands will be obeyed.

Select from an assortment of luxury watches, necklaces, earrings, and other expensive articles of clothing. Cashmere, pure silk, Mongolian wool — high quality items for keeps. May also select from appliances that would not be normally found in low rank suites.

A brand new car or motorcycle!!! Yes, the car will have to live in the garage, but it's all yours. Winners who choose a motorcycle may ride it around the hallways of the resort.

► The specific details of the sex toy a character is given is left to OOC discretion. For example, if you choose to land on "vibrator", you may have your character given any kind of vibrator. Have fun!

1 or 11

Down the hall from the main hub guests may find a clandestine room with a silvery sign on the door — ARE YOU 1 OR 11? Crossing the threshold brings a different atmosphere from the card tables and slot machines. The game manager stops every person that comes inside, offering four cards and asking the new player to select one.

"This will be your role inside Lovers' Hideaway," she explains with a smile. After selecting a card, the player will be guided past the velvet curtains to join in the amorous atmosphere of a silver-studded lounge with several private bedrooms.

► 1 or 11 is a game of dominance and submission. The four hidden cards offered at the door are all Ace cards. The specific Ace card that the player draws indicates their role of either Dominant or Submissive. For the rest of their time inside Lover's Hideaway that is the dynamic they are expected to play. Players will win a large payout after any intimate D/s encounter.

► A player must redraw every time they leave and return to Lovers' Hideaway, so it is possible to play both dynamics.

A♦: ACE OF DIAMONDS — 1, Submissive.
A♥︎: ACE OF HEARTS — 11, Dominant.
A♣: ACE OF CLUBS — 1, Submissive.
A♠: ACE OF SPADES — 11, Dominant.

► The rules of 1 or 11 are otherwise very relaxed. Doms and Subs seek one another out inside Lovers' Hideaway and find mutual satisfaction together. The staff of Lovers' Hideaway are happy to provide any amenities that the couple would like to use in their play.

HOUSE OF CARDS

Ladies and gentleman! Do you dare to test how steady your hands are? Are you ready for a new challenge? Come play our new game, House of Cards. Step up to any table with a house of cards and prepare to go head-to-head with another guest in a game of strategy and luck.

► Players take turns removing one of the cards from a house of cards. Similarly to Jenga, players must be careful not to knock the house of cards over when removing a card. The player that causes the house to collapse is the loser. A large sum of chips will be transfered from the loser to the winner after the house falls.

► Each card has a question. After successfully pulling a card, the player must then answer the question honestly. Questions vary in intensity, ranging from simple inquiries such as, What is your favorite color? to more complicated, Would you betray a loved one for financial gain?

► Failure to answer the question or to answer it honestly will register as a loss on the player's Watch. The player will then be flagged as the loser and a large sum of chips will be transferred to the winning player.

EXCLUSIVE LOUNGES

ONLY FOR THE FEW

HIGH CLASS OASIS

Being a high rank in the Golden Peacock comes with perks. 168 hours is exhausting, so staff have arranged a luxurious respite for the high rank guests that need a break from the party. Guests ranked 10 - King are invited to come relax in the High Class Oasis. Suit-clad and sunglasses wearing security stand at the door and check each guest's credentials before they're allowed to enter.

Security are strict about monitoring who is allowed to come into the oasis. They won't even allow a high rank to bring a mid or low rank with them; they won't risk upsetting any of the other high ranks. However, while these security guards are loyal and diligent, they aren't especially smart. It is possible for low and mid rank guests to sneak into the oasis with a bit of ingenuity. But be careful — if you don't walk the high class walk, one of the royal long-term guests might call for security to drag the peasants away.

Private bedrooms and sleeping pods.

Bathroom featuring showers, bath tubs, hot tubs, sauna, and steam room.

Racks of complimentary clothing.

Top-shelf bottles of wine, champagne, and spirits.

Complimentary cigarettes and cigars.

Full body massages and masseuses on call.

Birdbucks baristas serving up any and all coffee drinks, on the house.

Peace and quiet away from the peasants!

HIGH ROLLER CLUB

Guests that are willing to bet high and gamble hard are invited to play in the High Roller Club. The High Roller Club isn't for the faint of wallet or heart; everything played inside this exclusive club is high risk and high reward. Guests that refuse to match the high risk energy of the club will be escorted out immediately. Entrance to the High Roller Club is dependent upon the means to bet high. If the dealers judge a guest to be broke and/or a coward, unable to put forth chips and unwilling to bet their bodies, they will be denied access.

Guests that have been denied access but are caught trying to sneak in will be conscripted into drink service. They will be dressed up in a sexy bird costume and made to serve drinks to high rollers. Think sexy casino bunny, bird edition. Hey, at least that gives them a bird's eye view of how the extremely wealthy (and gambling addicts) play?

All games require large bets, either monetary or bodily.

Sex acts may be offered in lieu of chips if the player has no chips left to bet.

All drinks are complementary when playing in the club.

Wins and losses must be large enough to be impactful on a player's daily life.

Players can end up in the red, which triggers instant conscription. Players in massive debt will be forced to work in other areas of the party to begin paying back the house.

Any kind of game may be played in the club, including games under the "Game Rooms" tab.

WOMEN'S PARLOR

A pair of eight foot Amazonian bouncers guard the doors to the Women's Parlor. Only guests that identify as women will be allowed to enter the parlor. Guests that identify as men will be blocked by the bouncers' crossed spears. This lounge is a private space for women to relax and refresh during the festivities.

Like the other lounges, it is not impossible for guests that identify as men to sneak into the Women's Parlor. However, these Amazonian bouncers won't move an inch from the door and refuse to engage with men, leaving little room for persuasion or sneaking. Men who wish to sneak into the Women's Parlor will have to crossdress as women in order to pass the bouncers. It's important to keep up the act, too, lest the long-standing guests inside the parlor realize that men have snuck into their haven and call the Amazons to come catch them.

Comfortable couches and sofas; blankets and pillows.

A few showers stocked with amenities.

Quick laundry service for gowns and pantsuits.

Exclusive dessert bar, featuring limited edition pastries.

High tea at all hours, featuring limited edition tea blends and mini sandwiches.

Running chocolate fountain and numerous dip-able foods such as fruits and marshmallows.

Numerous kittens and cats for cuddling.

Complimentary shoulder and/or foot massages.

HANGOVER AFTERCARE

DID YOU HAVE FUN?

A LITTLE AFTERCARE

► The morning after the party ends, characters will find themselves waking up with someone else in their bed. Did you go to bed with someone last night? Oops, looks like they got misplaced in the shuffle, but please enjoy this new person. No one should wake up alone after a party — or so the house thinks. Affection and intimacy have been reported to increase happiness in humans and semi-human individuals after an exhausting escapade. Plus, it's heard that hangovers can be torturous. Not that it would know.

► Guests won't just be waking up to each other. Waiting for them are trays with steaming hot breakfast and a large cloth bag labeled Hangover Kit. While you're enjoying some coffee and munching on bacon, feel free to dig into the bag and check out what the house has sent for you! Isn't it the best host?

Please enjoy your complimentary: water bottle; aspirin packs; Pepto-Bismol; Gas-X; Imodium; anal douche; enema kit; viagra; face masks; a box of Bon-Bons; and one (1) random sex toy.

Have a pleasant sleepy morning!

OOC NOTES

INVITES | RESERVES | APPLICATIONS

▶ BLANKET CW: Alcohol; altered states; BDSM dynamics; coercion; drug use; exhibitionism; food play; gambling; servitude

▶ All characters on the TDM are WILDCARDS, which means they have not yet been assigned a card value. Suits will not manifest until characters are accepted into the game.

▶ All TDMs are game canon. This TDM acts as the game's January event.

▶ Current characters may top level on the TDM. Any current characters posting to the TDM should note they are current in their subject header.

▶ The top level directory is for new characters only. We want to make sure new characters are prioritized and receive attention! If you would be interested in a game invitation, you can note that in your comment header. This month we also have an ongoing ATP / EMP where players can connect. Please feel free to utilize this for all of your peafowl needs!

▶ If you aren't satisfied with these prompts, please feel free to check out our LOCATIONS to explore more of the resort!

▶ Smut threads that take place on this TDM can be used for rewards. If both parties in the smut thread join the game, you may retroactively apply the character's initial card values to your 52 bank. If one character does not join the game the thread will not be applicable toward rewards (as that character would not have a card value). The character that does join would still receive a small payout for the encounter. Hopefully it was a fun thread regardless!

▶ We ask you to kindly add content warnings to your threads as appropriate.

▶ If you do not currently have permissions and kinks listed in your character’s journal we suggest leaving a note in your top level of any limits or boundaries for other players to reference.

▶ Happy New Year and 2025! ♥

NAVIGATION • LOG • NETWORK • OOC • MEME

Comments

[wheft]

[ wtf. sharing a bed with a complete stranger is one thing, but having an oaf of a man drool all over her hair is something else that's totally gross and this is probably the worst thing that's happened to her since coming here. ]

Five minutes, my ass! Just roll over, you big moron--

[ if he refuses to budge, so be it. she's going to face him and push against his sleeping form with all her might. she's handled sailors who are just as big as this guy so it should be fine if she pushes him completely off the bed, right? right. ]

[overhype]

<sub>[ Oh, that's definitely the sound of a distressed lady. A distressed lady.. in his bed? He can't remember much after a certain part of the evening; he's not in his 20's anymore! Good Goddesses. He probably got too carried away in the moment last night. What was the name of his bed mate? It's not coming to his mind at all.

Though, he's rather compliant because he doesn't want this stranger upset; he's got a problem when it comes to people pleasing, after all. He sits up, slowly, but gives Ishmael a rather sleepy and dazed expression. The headache is killing him, it's true, but he can't help but still be riding high from the excitement last night. The flashy clothing, the fun games, all the food and alcohol.. he's MISSED this! ]</sub>

Morning, sweetheart.

_{[ pardon me .... ]}

How you feeling, uh..

_{[ WHAT IS HER NAME... never mind, another pet name will have to do until he remembers.. i'm so sorry ishy... ]}

.. baby?

[wheft]

[ his sleepy responses stops her from pushing him off the bed, and instead she just. blinks at him slowly. wow, he's so out of it huh. she wishes she were him so bad -- sleeping away until the call of breakfast beckons.

but no, instead her scowl deepens at being called "baby" and "sweetheart" when she's anything but. she places her hand on his shoulder once more and shakes him with even more vigor this time. ]

That's not my name. Can you at least open your eyes before you talk to someone with that much familiarity?

[overhype]

_{[ He hasn't partied this hard in a long time, Ishmael. Cut him some slack! But his eyes do pry open-- wow, everything is so bright when you're hung over. Still, an easy smile remains on his face as he gives Ishmael his full attention, and he shoots a finger in her direction. ]}

Oh, hell. I remember you now! You're the last person I spoke to in the gaming area!

_{[ .. Was she? Maybe she was? Or maybe she wasn't. He's still avoiding saying her name which is a keen indicator he can't remember it at all. ]}

How ya feeling? Your head good? 'Cause mine is freaking killing me, but don't worry. It's not anything I can't handle. Just gotta get up and get some water.. maybe puke.

_{[ look at him, squirming, wiggling out of bed.. he's taking his time but he is getting there. He glances over at Ishmael. ]}

You need anything while I'm up?

[wheft]

[ she'll cut him some slack once he!! gets off of her hair!!! figuratively and literally. she's about to retort that no, she's never seen this guy in her life -- and she's lived many, many lives up to this point -- and she's going to give him a piece of her mind once he stops yapping.

any time now.

and when he does ask her if she needs anything, she opens her mouth to retort only to close it back up. ugh, can't think straight while she's this parched. so when she speaks, it's with a rather hoarse voice. ]

W-Water. And... something for this migraine.

[ she'll berate him later. ]

[overhype]

You got it, toots.

_{[ can we not… with the pet names… anyway. Up he stands at a whopping 6’7” and takes a moment to stretch out his back before sluggishly making his way to the restroom to rinse himself up a little— those might be some puking sounds, but he definitely makes a point to clean up and brush his teeth. He returns to the bedside with a glance of cold water and some aspirin, and Beowulf gives her a look over. ]}

All of this stuff is pretty crazy, right? I’m loving it! I am so about it!

_{[ oh no.. he is loving it. ]}

[wheft]

[ ashu why do all your guys like calling her petnames, huh. because ishmael's going to scowl at being called "toots". it's so demeaning? then again, she hasn't really told him her name yet, huh.

some sounds of retching later and he's back with the essentials, to which ishmael gratefully receives from him and wastes no time in swallowing the medicine down and chasing it off with some water. ahh, that's more like it. ]

Y-You do? That's... great. [ it's no not great. ] You mean this isn't your first time at a place like this before?

[overhype]

<sub>[ blair i can't help it he's from the 1940's era .... it's in his blood to use petnames .... toji has no excuse though..

Beowulf takes his seat on the edge of the bed and thinks for a moment. ]</sub>

Well, I will say.. waking up butt-naked in a robe was kind of weird. But back when I was in my prime _{[ oh fuck he's one of those retirees ]} I was a pretty frequent guest at a casino back home. I've missed it, so it feels really good to be in the scene again.

_{[ even if he has no fucking clue what is going on here.. ]}

[wheft]

[ not him going "back in my days" like an old man, help

but huh, that's interesting. she'd thought that everyone here would've had to ease themselves into this resort's culture and environment over time, so she's quite surprised to hear that someone's already used to those shenanigans before coming here. ]

What's stopping you from pursuing it again, though? I mean, you're...

[ wild hand gestures at him ]

You don't... look bad? [ help her she's trying ]

1/2

[overhype]

What's.. stopping me?

<sub>[ He left the ring at the height of his career. He's got plenty of trophies, a championship belt, and a rather gruesome, severed arm belonging to giant monster that he defeated with his bare hands. There's a reason why, but for somebody with as much bravado as he has, Beowulf doesn't feel like it's a detail he can share with a near stranger. That's being vulnerable and showing a side of him that he isn't too proud about.

Though, for a moment, Ishmael will see she's struck some sort of weak spot. He's great at acting though and covering it up. ]</sub>

2/2

[overhype]

_{[ But that expression is gone in a near instant and he rakes his hand through his hair, flipping it, nearly sparkling once again. ]}

Of course I don't look bad! Hell, I'm 287 pounds of sex appeal, baby! Don't you worry your little self 'bout me. I'll make a come back! That's what I was doing before I was brought here, actually. I think all of this is just gonna give me a leg up with it all.

_{[ hurriedly standing up!! and.. going towards the bathroom again. ]}

How's this. Lemme draw a bath for you. It would probably feel nice to have that all that pretty hair cleaned up, right?

[wheft]

[ whoa, he completely went silent for a moment there. either he was scrambling for an answer in that airhead of his, or he was hesitant on telling her the truth. not that she's expecting him to confess the latter. they just met, after all. no need to put out all the cards on the table right away.

well, she can't say she hates how he bounces back from his moment of silence just now. that's good. especially when he makes that all-too enticing offer. ]

...Yeah. I'd appreciate that. Since you went up and drooled all over my hair and all. [ she smiles. ] Call me Ishmael.

[overhype]

_{[ Ishmael, huh? Sorry, but he's probably going to shorten that. Beowulf does offer her a genuine smile, giving her a little fingergun. ]}

Whatever you say, Ish.

_{[ It's too early for him to be this formal, but he is. ]}

I'm realizing that I have to introduce myself here, which I ain't used to. Back home, everyone knows me! I'm the mighty Beowulf, undefeated wrestling champion! AROO!

_{[ Thankfully, he does leave towards the bathroom area, starting to run the water, but continuing the conversation from there. ]}

I spent alotta time in casinos as a guest, so it feels right at home for me! Nothing makes me happier than pleasing my fans! That being said-- _{[ he sticks his head out from the bathroom to look at Ishmael ]} if I can please you in anyway, you let me know!

_{[ cause he is assuming Ishmael has become a fan of him already. ]}

[wheft]

[ NOT HIM HOWLING LIKE THE WOLF THAT RHYMES WITH HIS NAME she could've sworn she cringed right then and there.

nevertheless, she gets up from the bed and follows him to the bathroom, watching him draw up the bath as he continues to yap. no wonder he's that well-known in the world he's from if he's made this quite of an impact to a stranger like her already. ]

Uh... Yeah. I'll keep you in mind.

[ not enough to become a huge fan, however. she just met the guy, damn. but she's gonna need a leg up in fulfilling quotas if she were to continue staying here, and she may as well start now.

she sits at the corner of the tub, checking the temperature. yep, just right. ]

I'm going to confess something: I have had sex before. But it was only once and it was forgettable, so... [ shrugs. ] Just thought I'd get that out of the way first. Wouldn't want to disappoint you or anything.

[overhype]

_{[ Beowulf allows her some room as he also is near the tub, kneeling by it. He's attentive when Ishmael talks to him; he especially looks pretty dog-like right about now. Not a single thought in his stupid meathead. ]}

What'ya mean? I don't think someone like you could really disappoint me in any way. I loooove gingers.

_{[ A beat. ]}

But hey, I was just drawing the bath for you. If you wanna have some fun, I'm always game for that. Doesn't matter if you're really experienced or not. If not, could I maybe at least wash your hair for you?

[wheft]

[ why is it always

always

the dog people gravitating towards her. it's like she's been carrying the catnip this entire time. or in this case, dognip?

the request takes her slightly aback, though. here she thought he was soliciting her for sex, but a little pampering doesn't sound all that bad. maybe he's just really into red hair. regardless, she nods, takes off the robe that reveals her freckled, scarred body, and sinks into the bathwater. ahh. ]

Man, I don't remember the last time I took a dip like this...

[overhype]

_{[ Oh, Ishmael. Warn a guy when you just take off your robe like that, cause he's not really looking away as she steps into the bathtub. Don't think he hadn't seen those scars, though. Instantly, his mind thinks she's a fighter. He feels himself blush, just slightly. ]}

You, uh.. you probably deserve it.

_{[ He's going to allow her to soak for a moment before reaching over for the shampoo bottle and squeezing an ample amount into his palms. He's.. going to probably need more than this, right? Like the whole hotel sized bottle? Maybe even more. ]}

Are you a fighter?

[wheft]

[ listen, after being forced to do what's essentially foreplay in most of those parlor games, ishmael can't really afford shame anymore. in order to survive in this world, she has to adapt, and that involves showing strangers her birthday suit more often than not. at least this guy's being a gentleman, in his own way.

and yeah, her hair's going to need more than one bottle. there should be some reserves in the cabinets, it's fine. ]

Fixer. A mercernary, in other words. And before that, I used to be a sailor.

[ she gathers her hair up and hands them over to beowulf. take care, now. ]

[overhype]

<sub>[ Ish, your hair is heavy when it's wet. Fortunately, he's pretty buff, no problem for him, but he may have miscalculated just how much hair it is. He obviously looks puzzled where to start, but begins at the ends, lathering up the shampoo there.

Her resume is impressive. To him. But he's a meathead who likes macho stuff, and if the scars didn't say enough already, hearing her talk about her jobs helps. ]</sub>

Whoa. That's hot.
_{[ on my knees, begging him to stop.. ]}

You're a hero wearing scars like that! Thanks for your service.
_{[ he may be stupid-- but scars speak his language. His world is just now recovering from a world war itself, so heroism is all fresh on his mind. ]}

It's gotta feel different here for ya!
_{[ meanwhile him... it feels so natural.. ]}

[wheft]

[ no king please don't stop. her own hair can't wash by itself, you know. but ishmael being able to lug her wet mane's hair around like it's nothing is testament to her own strength, just shrugging off his praise before dipping both her arms back into the water. why he's thanking her for doing her utmost job of killing people for a living is beyond her, but she's rolling with it for now. ]

Mhm. Everything here is... pretty new to me. Like the sex part, like I just mentioned.

[ she huddles her knees close to her chest, her expression somber. ]

Can't help but feel a little lost, but. Don't we all?

[ except for this guy here, apparently. he fits like a glove. ]

[overhype]

_{[ Beowulf continues to shampoo her hair contently, eventually allowing his hands to reach her scalp; he treats her to a little scalp massage. Truthfully, he felt more lost back at home, this scene is what he is used to. ]}

You'll get the hang of it. Hell, you got the hang of your mercenary work, right?

_{[ He doesn't need to get into the part of his life where things were pretty low, but maybe that's why his spirits are high because this is so much better than being all washed up, alone and retired. He suddenly stands up and shakes out his own hair before setting his hands on the hem of his shirt and peeling it off with ease. ]}

Scoot over. I'm coming in.

_{[ oh... can they both even fit? ]}

[wheft]

[ well, he's got a point. her adaptability and quick thinking did help her stay alive, long enough to end up in a place like this. wild how her compass has lead her here, and it makes her think that maybe there's a reason why she of all people arrived here.

she blinks at him stripping off his shirt, a slight flush blooming on her cheeks as she scoots forward a little so that he can sit down behind her. the tub is big enough for two, as if it serves another purpose that isn't just bathing, but she's just going to ignore than and revel how... comforting it is to have someone at very close proximity like this. so comfortable, that she can't help but lean back against him. ]

Mm. Keep doing that. [ the scalp massage felt really nice. it's always the little things in life for her. ]

[overhype]

_{[ Lean back all you want, Ishmael. His frame and wide and sturdy, as long as she doesn't mind the spread of hair across his chest and down the middle of his abdomen. Back to work, though, as he busies getting more shampoo on his hands, and yes, he'll continue at the scalp once more. ]}

You know, Ish. I know we just met and all, and I'm sure you're capable of taking care of yourself, but if anyone gives you any trouble here, just let me know.

_{[ scrub scrub her scalp.. he's literally just a really nice guy who is full of himself and stupid, honest. ]}

I'm not sure what to expect, but I'd like to look out for the people who have been nice to me here!

[wheft]

[ damn, he's so bushy. can't say she dislikes it, though. she may have relaxed in beowulf's massage, but she still has her guard up in other ways. ]

I'm just showing you basic human courtesy, is all. I don't think you should be too trusting to people either. Especially when practically everyone here is obligated to jump each other's bones for cash.

[ the guy's sweet, but that's going to attract people who'd want to manipulate him. trust her, she would know. ]

But, um... Thanks for the offer. I think you're the nicer guy than me, though. If I'm being honest, I don't really know what to do with that kindness.

[overhype]

_{[ wow blair... just out right calling out his whole story mode route where he's taken advantage of.. ]}

You don't gotta do anything, baby! I like seeing other people pleased. It makes me happy. That's why I have a bunch of happy fans. I hope I can build up that reputation here.

_{[ lord knows he's not gonna stop wrestling when he was just getting back into the spotlight. Stay tuned for his fight club era. ]}

But hey, if you wanna get used to sleeping around here, maybe you're right. Maybe you should start with me first. I can go easy!

_{[ A pause. ]}

Or rough, I mean. If that's how you like things.