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

We are pleased to announce that several films have begun production in the resort! All guests are encouraged to participate as actors and crew during this time. Two highly anticipated blockbusters are part of the filming block and will have an opening night premiere at the newly renovated Hatchbox Theater.

We would also like to extend a gentle warning to all actors. New tabloids and journalists have snuck into the Peacock alongside production, so please be cautious of aggressive reporters. We would hate to see our beloved guests embroiled in public scandal.

Please look forward to your debut on the silver screen and all of the new artistic content soon available for your viewing pleasure! 】

HONEYWAGONS

A STAR'S WELCOME

WELCOME TO THE LOT

► All of these new stars are being welcomed to the Peacock in style. The Nest, the resort's premier massive shopping complex, is now lined with dozens upon dozens of trailers, each with a glittering gold star on the door. While unassuming on the outside, the inside of these honeywagons are pockets of luxury in tiny square footage. The catch? Why, characters are stuffed up to 4 in a trailer, of course. We're sure you'll figure something out.

► Characters still wake up naked save for a robe, as is standard for the Golden Peacock. This round’s robes are a mixed bag of gaudy glitz and old money velvet, reflecting the dual faces of Hollywood. Whether you're sporting some classic luxury with a pipe or draped in cheetah faux fur, these robes are skimpy, potentially giving a raunchy photoshoot to those pesky paparazzi!

► Existing characters are welcome to take up residence in any empty slots in these honeywagons. Just because you're not the newest ingenue on the block doesn't mean you're forgotten. Besides, we need you experienced actors close to set for quick costume changes and touch-ups. No need to ask to be moved! It’s all taken care of already.

HIRED HENS

► Several security guards have been newly hired to protect the actors from paparazzi and potential threats. These burly cocos and hens all have three things in common: tight black suits, rippling muscles, and owl heads. These heads aren't just for show; this elite group of guards can swivel their heads 360 degrees to provide the utmost level of surveillance.

► Unfortunately for actors, these owls are both nocturnal and way too into their jobs. They particularly like doing rounds during night hours and staring into the windows of the honeywagons to watch the actors sleep. Some owls will creep into the trailers to watch over their charges by sitting at their bedsides. An owl may be there, staring, where you least expect it. However, their diligence may not necessarily be a bad thing!

► Alongside owl security, actors may find themselves bombarded by paparazzi. These photo-hungry tabloid journalists are all after shots that will fetch a high price, willing to do anything for a scoop. The majority of these new paparazzi, in contrast to owl security, have hummingbird heads. They're just as quick too, zooming in and out of both backstage and the sets in search of a scandal.

► Be careful, because hummingbirds aren't the only paparazzi. That's right — guests, new or existing, may find themselves scouted to play ball with the tabloids. They may not be as obvious as those aggressive hummingbird reporters; some may even be working undercover in search of a scandal to sell to the highest bidder. All actors are at risk of embarrassing or defamatory photos being published in resort magazines or posted to the bulletin boards.

ACTOR RESUME

WELLA WARBLER

Height: 4 inches
Weight: 5 oz
Age: 3 years (24 in bird years!)
Eye color: black
Hair color: yellow

TYPECAST & SUITABLE ROLES

• animal sidekick
• emotional guide
• damsel in distress

KINKS & FETISHES

• berry licking
• mating dances
• hardcore bdsm

SPECIAL SKILLS

• singing
• flying fast
• speed sudoku

ROLE REGISTER

► What better way to get to know your colleagues than to check out their resume? All guests will have access to the actor registry, which provides an overview of actors and basic information about them.

► The registry, with the help of the Golden Peacock's AI, can also flag complementary resumes. An actor that may have good chemistry, match the requirements for a particular scene, or has unique experience relevant to an upcoming job may reappear at the top of the search several times.

► Actors can communicate through the registry. There is a general messaging board where everyone can see what is posted and personal inboxes for private correspondence with an actor. Actors are encouraged to collaberate because many of the scenes in the available movie projects involve intimacy.

COPYABLE CODE

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COSTUME DEPARTMENT

GET INTO CHARACTER

PICK OUT YOUR DUDS

► The trendy clothing boutiques of The Nest have been transformed. The walls between these small stores have vanished to create a vast costume warehouse divided by department, seemingly overnight. Actors may freely browse the racks to select suitable costumes for the roles they've been cast. The directors aren't picky about how their actors dress as long as it suits the part, allowing guests creative freedom as part of the process.

► Actors that choose costumes that are extremely unsuitable for their roles will be forced to change into something chosen by costuming staff. These mandated costumes will be on theme but will always be slutty, sexy, and enhance an actor's unique "assets". An actor blessed with a bountiful bosom may find themselves wearing a tight little lace bra while an actor with a thick ass may end up in assless chaps. It's all about giving the people what they want, you know?

► All articles in the warehouse run the risk of being possessed. There are no clear-cut signs as to which pieces are cursed and which are not before putting something on. Possessed costumes come in two flavors: Type A and Type B.

Type A possessions are straightforward. The actor wearing a Type A costume cannot remove it alone — they will find that no matter how many times they grab a button or tug on that zipper tab, nothing will unfasten. Someone else must remove the costume for them. Good thing there are a bunch of changing rooms just big enough to fit two people inside around, huh?

Type B possessions are unique. The actor wearing the costume will begin to feel influenced by it. They may feel inspired or compelled to act out the role it embodies. This possession will not be satisfied until some level of resonance between actor and role is achieved. While the possession isn't satisfied the costume cannot be removed. But hey, you're an actor headed to set, so surely this is only gravy for your performance!

DOLLED UP

► Done getting into costume? Head over to hair and makeup! After all, clothes are only half the battle. Whether you need to get glammed up or slapped into some monster makeup, the makeup artists are here to help. Mostly. Actually, they're super understaffed, and there aren't enough makeup artists to meet demand. Though they hate to ask, could you guys potentially help each other get ready?

► Actors confident in their makeup and hair styling skills (or just confident) will be allowed to use any tools to help get their fellow actors ready. However, any actors kind enough to jump in and assist will be warned that many of these products are made at home in the Golden Peacock. If not used with discretion, they can potentially make the actor being worked on ... extremely horny! Like a game of Russian roulette, one in five of all beauty products are created with aphrodisiacs. Ironically, this isn't even for the sake of getting guests into the Game 52 spirit — their supplies are just like that.

► Fill-in artists shouldn't fret too much. The majority of those products only have aphrodisiacs in minuscule amounts. When applied carefully they typically cause minor arousal or sensitivity. Artists that spray and paint with reckless abandon, however, may find a new problem on their hands!

GRAB A GIG

FIND YOUR BIG BREAK

GETTING TO SET

► The Golden Peacock is buzzing with excitement for two big blockbusters that are currently in production: LORD OF THE WINGS and STAR WARBLERS. Both of these films come from movie franchises that are adored resort-wide for their iconic blend of story, romance, porn, and action.

► Directors will be filming dozens of scenes with different actors in lead and supporting roles. Actors are given creative freedom on how to approach their roles, with barebones scripts that offer a general idea of where the scene should go and some spicy lines here and there. One actor’s take on a role may be different than another’s.

For example, three different actors portraying the Dragon Lord in Lord of the Wings may take their portrayals three different ways. A lonely Dragon Lord, a villainous Dragon Lord, and a misunderstood Dragon Lord are all fair game. Supporting characters such as the elves and faeries the warriors meet during their travels are completely free game within the bounds of “elf” and “fairy” in classic movie tropes.

► Two new floors have appeared in the ever-changing Peacock, each dedicated to one of the films, due to their massive and comprehensive sets. Guests will discover two new buttons on every elevator’s operating panel. Actors and fans are invited to enjoy these sets even when the camera isn’t rolling — this blend of high-tech VR and real world elements comes at a very high budget, so guests are encouraged get their fill while they’re available!

INDIE HITS

► In addition to the two massive blockbusters, several spin-off series and porn shorts currently casting and underway. The directors of these major motion pictures have kindly permitted the filming of smaller projects using these unique movie sets when they aren’t already in use. Smalltime directors and film enthusiasts are eagerly pitching their porn scripts in hopes that they’ll get made!

► Several smaller sets can be found around the Peacock for these homegrown productions. While some scripts utilize locations that can already be found in the Peacock, other long-standing guests have pooled their money together to establish a handful of sets not already available in the resort. These sets are open for use at any time.

► Unlike the large production crews of Lord of the Wings and Star Warblers, these smaller porn projects do not have a big budget for staff. Some projects utilize AI and drones to film, so actors that are shy about getting down and dirty around a physical cameraman need not worry! Both the producers and the Golden Peacock staff want their stars to be as comfortable as possible to fully enjoy the experience.

SPIN THE WHEEL

► It wouldn’t be the Golden Peacock if there weren’t some kind of game-like twist! While actors are encouraged to go out for any roles or films they find interesting, those looking to win large and extra-large chip payments can spin the fetish wheel to up the ante. Actors that spin the fetish wheel must incorporate what the ticker lands on into their next role.

► Can’t manage to work it into your scene? Those that fail their fetish task will find a huge chip deduction from their bank account and a punishment waiting for them. Any actors that fail the game must dress up in sexy costumes and go around the Golden Peacock handing out fliers for the premiere of Lord of the Wings and Star Warblers, with strict instructions to dance sexily for anyone that accepts a flier. Hey, the directors have spent tons of money on these movies, they’ll take free advertising however they can get it.

► SPIN THE WHEEL HERE!

LORD OF THE WINGS

AN EPIC (AND SEXY) JOURNEY

【 Once upon a time, in a magical land far, far away...

The Lord of the Wings, a massive dragon with no equal, demanded a bride tribute from all of the kingdoms across the continent. Every month each province was required to send their most beautiful men and women to become the dragon's next bride(s). Ever greedy, the dragon was not satisfied with having one bride. Not with twelve brides, nor two hundred brides. The dragon always demanded more. The number of hot people around to bang dwindled. Things were looking grim.

Soon, a group of brave warriors gathered to travel the lands and slay this dragon. They enjoyed adventures of fucking their way through sirens, fucking their way though the faeries, and fucking their way through the mage school and beastmen tribes. They reached the dragon's crystal lair where the dragon, who took beautiful humanoid form, approached them.

The dragon promised that if any warrior could satisfy them sexually, they would return all of the brides to their homes. Each warrior took a turn trying to satisfy the dragon — but only with their efforts combined in one massive orgy was the dragon finally satisfied.

All of the brides were released and the warriors moved into the crystal lair to live a loving polyamorous relationship with the dragon. All was well. The end. 】

A FANTASTICAL SET

► Guests taking the elevator to the new floor labeled 'LORD OF THE WINGS SET' will are greeted with a cool, damp breeze as soon as the doors open. Unlike any other area of the resort, this set evokes a very real sensation of stepping out onto the earth to embrace snowcapped mountains, lush forests, and wide-open sky. The size of this set is massive with different climates depending upon where filming is happening. Towns, villages, and tribes can also be found.

► The set is teeming with background actors that have been instructed to stay in character at all times. Actors may encounter both friend and foe while exploring the set, regardless of whether or not the cameras are rolling. Lord of the Wings features a wide range of character types ranging from humans and elves to monsters and beasts.

► Key locations in The Lord of the Wings are: human villages; siren's cove; fairy's forest; Beastmen wilds; Elven mountains; and the dragon's crystal lair. But these are not the only locations in the set! Actors will find a fantastical range of areas to explore and enjoy.

MAGICAL DANGERS

When it comes to movie magic, the Golden Peacock is more magic than movie! While sets are generally safe and violence is simulated, there are elements of the film that can affect actors for real. If guests aren't careful, they may really find themselves in a sticky situation and need a clever Hollywood way to get out of it. Or maybe they'll need to live out a classic trope for real.

► LIEBERRIES: Found in the Elven mountains. Delicious but cursed: you can only lie for 20 minutes after consumption. Beware misunderstandings!

► SNUGGLEBLOSSOMS: Found in the Fairy forest. These charming blossoms produce an immense amount of pollen. Breathing in snuggleblossom pollen is lethal. The only cure is to fuck within two hours of inhaling.

► THERAPANGO: Found in the Siren's cove. Anyone eating it will spill their emotional baggage to the nearest object (tree, statue, enemy soldier). It's cathartic, if not dignified.

► RAINBOW CRYSTALS: Found in the dragon's crystal lair. Contact with a rainbow crystal will increase endurance but delay/deny orgasms. No wonder the dragon was so hard up!

STAR WARBLERS

A THRILLING (AND SEXY) SPACE OPERA

【 Once upon a time, in a galaxy, far away...

The Palm Warblers and the Pine Warblers, two different legions of the massive Warbler fleet, began to battle. Whenever their ships would meet in space they would fight with the winner taking prisoners of war. After one such battle, a captured Captain of the Palm Warbler legion held in prison met a Lieutenant of the Pine Warbler tribe. After some rivalry, the two fell deeply in love.

They had a ton of kinky prison sex. However, the two were not satisfied with fucking between prison bars. They wanted to properly marry. But how could they with their two legions at war?

They each gathered friends and more sex was had between all. More matches between the Palms and the Pines happened, leading to even more kinky space sex. Bolstered by friendship and newfound fetishes, they gripped their laser guns and seized the science lab where some important keystone gemstone was being examined and researched by space scientists. This stone was very important for the future breeding of the Warbler race.

By holding the lab hostage, the ship's Commander put down their weapons and handed over the keys. The Palm Captain and the Pine Lieutenant held hands as they steered the ship off to find a new planet where they could live in peace together. The war between the two tribes ended because of good sex. All was well. The end. 】

A TASTE OF OUTER SPACE

► Guests taking the elevator to the new floor labeled 'STAR WARBLERS' will greeted with the ethereal hue of stars and planets outside of crystal-clear windows. While the set of Star Warblers is smaller than Lord of the Wings, it's far more detailed, completely imitating a starship traveling through the vastness of space. All of the elements of the spaceship are dripping in high-tech science fiction.

► The set includes background actors that have been instructed to stay in character at all times. Actors may encounter both friend and foe while exploring the set, regardless of whether or not the cameras are rolling. The background actors of Star Warblers are primarily Warbler Troops wearing helmets, highly ranked Warblers in sharp military uniforms, and white-coat clad scientists.

► Key locations in Star Warblers are: the prison hold, the ship's bridge, the command deck, and the ship's research laboratory. But these are not the only locations in the set! Actors will find a range of futuristic areas to explore on the ship.

ALIEN THREATS

Why keep the science fiction fictional when the Peacock can provide the real thing? While sets are generally safe and violence is simulated, there are elements of the film that can affect actors for real. If guests aren't careful, they may really find themselves in a sticky situation and need a clever Hollywood way to get out of it. Or maybe they'll need to live out a classic trope for real.

► 'TORTURE' BOTS: Found in the prison hold. Robots programmed to 'torture' prisoners into revealing information. These bots are equipped with dildos, vibrators, pussy pocket hands, lube jets, feather ticklers, etc. These bots can be controlled by the wardens for more intimate 'torture' sessions.

► SPACE RATS: Found in various locations. Small, neon rats that run around the hallways and in cargo areas of the ship. If bitten by a space rat, their bite will continue to swell until the bitten person has sex.

► GREEN GOOP: Found in the research labs. In syringes and in massive bubbling pods. When not watched, the goop will move on its own and try to absorb anyone around into it.

► GEMSTONE EGG: Found in the research lab. The gemstone egg that the scientists are evaluating, important for the future of the Warbler race. Any physical contact with the gemstone egg will inspire the sudden urge to mate and breed.

SHORT FILMS

THE GOLDEN PEACOCK SUPPORTS THE ARTS

【 Ladies and Gentlemen!

Peacock Productions is pleased to announce the following short erotic films. Actors interested in participating in filming are welcome to arrive on set to shoot at any time. Various accommodations are available depending upon actor comfort.

FILMS
• ALIENS PROBED ME!
• ARRANGED MARRIAGE WEDDING NIGHT
• BIG TIDDY NUN NEEDS PUNISHING
• BIRD IN THE BUSH
• EXORCIST KIDNAPPED BY DEMON LOVER
• FELINE ATTRACTION
• GUARD TOPS MASTER IN BED
• HORNY NERD CREAMPIE
• HOT FOR TEACHER
• INCUBUS SEDUCES SLUTTY PRIEST

FILMS
• JEALOUS SPOUSE DISCIPLINES LOVER
• LONELY TENTACLES WANT LOVE
• MAGES GONE WILD
• PIZZA DELIVERY BOY IS HOT
• PLANTS HUNGER FOR SEX
• SAMURAI PLEDGES AND SERVES
• THEY WERE BOTH BOTTOMS
• TOP ON TOP ACTION
• VAMPIRE’S AROUSING BITE
• VIRGIN’S FIRST TIME
• WHOLESOME COUPLE MAKING LOVE
• WOLFMAN TAKES A MATE

… and many, many, many more! We look forward to working with you. 】

BOX OFFICE BOOM

► "And many, many, many more!" is no exaggeration. Smalltime directors and long-standing guests are producing dozens of pornos and these pornos are in need of actors. The above is not the extent of possibility. Players are encouraged to make up any kind of porno scene they want! Characters may take advantage of open sets to make videos or take photoshoots for their personal use, general public release not required.

► These pornos typically lack story and focus more on fetish and kink. The plots are loose, the lines are ad-libbed, and if there are any crew around it's one guy in a hoodie eating a donut. However, the cameras available for rent are just as high quality as the ones used on Lord of the Wings and Star Warblers. If that's not your style, all Watches have the capability to connect via bluetooth to film through standing cameras.

► Actors that participate in filming will receive a large payout per role. The more jobs you take, the more money you'll make! Alternatively, actors that don't fill any roles may find their bank accounts suddenly plunged deep into the red, no matter how rich they may have been before.

EXTRA SETS

Current Peacock locations and all of the Lord of the Wings and Star Warblers sets may be used for pornos. However, the world of kink is vast and variety is the spice of life. Several smaller open sets not usually available have appeared around the resort for actor use.

► CASTLE(S): Sets featuring the aesthetics of historical castles. Numerous versions are available, each influenced by a different culture (eg, English; French; Italian, Spanish; Russian; Chinese; Japanese; Korean; etc).

► CHURCH: A church stylized after Catholic/Christian aesthetics. Includes a confessional, pews, altar, and worship room.

► MANSION: A luxurious mansion designed to evoke high-class old money. Includes a servants' quarters for clandestine cross-class affairs.

► BEACH: An enclosed set with powdery sand and an artificial ocean. Includes grottos, a lifeguard station, and a large rubber shark.

► OFFICE: A plain work office lacking any particular unique qualities. Includes cubicles, copy machine, manager's office, and conference rooms. Smells like soul-sucking capitalism.

PREMIERE

YOUR BIG DEBUT

WALK THE RED CARPET

► We’re rolling out the red carpet! Lord of the Wings and Star Warblers open the same night. All actors that participated in any film, be it one of the blockbusters or a smaller project, are invited to dress to the nines and blow kisses to their adoring fans while strutting their stuff. Actors will have the chance to take fabulous glam photoshoots and share their thoughts about filming with reporters. Be careful, anything that happens on the red carpet can become tomorrow’s hot new gossip. Some of those pesky hummingbird journalists are so eager for a scandal that they’ll make something happen, sneakily!

► The Golden Peacock has upgraded its formerly dinky little theater into a grand multiplex for the occasion, so actors and audience can enjoy these films in delicious IMAX. The multiplex is lush in red velvet and fabulous “bed” seats — each seat is designed to couple two guests together. You won’t be lonely during the screening since cuddling up with someone else is mandatory to enjoy the movie(s).

► All premiere attendees will be gifted expensive swag bags upon entrance to the theater. Inside each bag guests will find a bottle of champagne, chocolate truffles, gourmet popcorn, trendy sodas, gummy candies … and one random sex toy. No harm in spicing up a special premiere, right?

The note included with the sex toy explains: 【 Get your seat partner off with this toy before the film ends for a special prize! 】 What’s the prize? Those that get their seat-partner off during the film will be given a Golden Globe. This exclusive gold statue comes in two styles: penis with balls or vagina with breasts. Congratulations!

OOC NOTES

INVITES | RESERVES | APPLICATIONS

▶ BLANKET CW: cameras; compulsion; costumes; dubcon; nudes; pornography; roleplaying; recording; sex tropes; stalking; video

▶ 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 May event. Since April's event was a bit serious, we're leaning in the opposite direction and going full camp for this meme.

▶ 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 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.

NAVIGATION • LOG • NETWORK • OOC • MEME

Comments

[dilettante]

and you play guitar!?? this is…

the two of us were destined to be friends!! Let me tell you all about my little plans!

[redhairedturk]

[of course Reno doesn't wait. On the contrary, he presses himself completely against Olivine, wrapping his legs around him to have him real close, their hardening cocks brushing against each other as Reno lifts his hips.

Something clatters, metal falling on stone floor as things get pushed off the altar, but Reno doesn't pay it any mind, until his hand that he needs to stabilize himself, brushes against the fake book.
As much as he's caught up in that kiss and wants to explore more of his fake priest's body, his curiosity wins over and he pulls away to look at the prop that's been in Olivine's hands until recently.
Quirking up an eyebrow as he sees the vibrator, he turns back towards Olivine, a predatory grin on his lips.]

Right~ now what do we have here? So much for not commiting any sins, oh "holy father",

[He's clearly having too much fun with all of this.]

[redfortune]

[ Red looks a little startled as Clara suddenly steps forward. She had to figure this was coming, but having someone step into her space is still a bit of a weird moment for her. She straightens a little, spine going stiff. ]

What am I supposed to say-?

[ That's actually in the script, she's not forgetting her line. Beisdes, they're helpfully feed it to her via earpiece. She stumbles over the next couple words before finding her stride again, trying to play the meeker subordinate. Although this does go a bit against her own personality... then again, acting! ]

I won't let it happen again! I promise!

[wincon]

[ To Sein's credit, his confusion is well-hidden to the degree that Tomura hardly suspects a thing. Then again, it's difficult to extrapolate very much from a total of four words—does that mean he has to be the one doing the talking? ugh!—so he merely spares his co-star a cursory glance. The man they'd recruited seems to be a bit older than himself, maybe around Twice or Mr's age, with foreign (to him) features and slight stubble. There's something about Kreis that reminds him a bit of Eraserhead, and that's... Well, so what, right? It's not like he's into a certain type of look!

Tomura's eyes return to the computer screen and find more prompts for him to read off. He doesn't look away from the text even once, making this all seem rather stiff and unnatural. ]

Sit down, get comfortable. This might be a long stream. Say "hi" to Kreis, chat. Isn't he— [ Oh, that says "yummy" right there. He doesn't think he'll say that, thank you very much. ] I met him at the Smoked Egg the other night, and it looks like our tastes are a perfect match. So I thought, why not [ through gritted teeth yet again, ] try him out on stream? But be nice to him, okay? This is his first time going live.

Anything you want to add, Mr. Kreis?

[ Thus ends his part. He leans back and spins the chair slightly to look at Kreis, his expression inquisitive, indicating that it's the other man's turn. Now that Kreis is presumably seated in the second chair, he should be well within frame for the webcam and the other, manned cameras. He might finally be able to get a good look at any cues that pop up on the monitor too, if the director decides to put any effort into his role. Which might be wise to do, as Tomura himself seems committed to his flat delivery, completely at odds with the presumably cheery and flirty persona that streamer "Tati" is supposed to embrace. ]

[redfortune]

...two weeks. Sheesh.

[ She rubs the back of her head, trying to ignore the crowd herself. She turns away from them so at least they cna't try to lip-read her or something, leaning in to speak to Minato in a lower voice. ]

Believe me, I didn't plan on going missing, either. It just kinda happened. Not sure what went wrong...

Dolled up

[tweelight]

[ Life among demons - as the demon among demons - has left Twilight insensitive to the spooky atmosphere that surrounds Aurelia and her corner of makeup. The whisper in his ear is a bit close, but he's got so much else on his mind with everything going on... ]

'The dark lord.'

[ There's a breezy indifference as he gives his role, like this will be light work. He's already the Demon King! He's made a few movies as himself, and knows that the role on camera is different from the role in reality, that there will be some tweaks and exaggerations to suit the tastes of the director and the audience. But he still thinks there isn't that much to do, when the genuine article is on hand.

It doesn't occur to him, in other words, that some might look on his preppy, naive exterior and conclude that there is in fact a complete makeover to be done before he can take to the set in the role of the all-dominating villain. ]

Twilight | Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle | invite wanted

[tweelight]

comedies of error

2

[redfortune]

Uh.

[ Red is less concerned with Haru's dress and more iwth the makeup. She's not really an expert; she's dabbled a bit, but it's not usually a part of her daily routine. And this is hardly routine, is it? She leans back a little in the chair, lips pressed together. ]

...something naturalistic, maybe? I'm not exactly flashy.

[susano_oh]

YES WAY

[ this is crazy! he's been losing his mind without the old freedom to listen to or mess around with music... not knowing he'd handed meal vouchers right to someone who gets it!? ]

serious as SIN okay you just pulled me from the brink
listen...
if i could tattoo Nevermind onto my forehead i Would
YOU KNOW ERIC CLAPTON!?

[ most people he knows barely listen to western music, but she knows them by name!!! did he hit the jackpot!?

speaking of her purely coincidental name, ]

part of me still wants to Be him. pulling off the first minute of Layla was like my rite of passage!
actually i've been trying to sound out Change the World on the guitars in the university. he's too good...

HELL YEAH lay it on me!

[swordpour]

(not someone she knew, then. good. she was more worried she was about to have to explain herself. she hasn't told anyone. not about her past ties, not about the part of her that was buried down in an attempt to kill what once had been her life before. because she's always told them, she isn't a good person. that nothing she does is something built around noble intentions and something more justice, more heroic. that's always been texas. she saw no reason to hide behind the idea of justice and heroism, while all it was had been she was angry.

but that's not here, not even there currently. the sword goes right for her throat, and she moves away, fluidly. a switch flipped in her eyes. is this violence, is this her playing along? that's the mystery when she begins this clash of swords, that she dances around the room with two blades in hand.

they knew what they were doing when they chose her. they've known since the start, while not allowing her to protest.) Tch, don't call me "darling". (for a moment she gets reminded of a certain someone, even if that was a line she's meant to say in character. they still had to play their parts, and she held no wish to think about lappland again.

the producers were even watching in awe, who knew that the wolf that just barely plays this game was capable of acting? well. texas knew, she doesn't consider herself an actress. she's not good at it, or so she says to herself often. again, that was lappland, and even giovanna.)

Besides, you were the one that kept me waiting.

(....they honestly might wish they could do something more large scale, they already had texas dressed for her part. a half-buttoned dress shirt and dress shorts, dress boots this time, too.)

a is for ayakashi

[notscar]

[ feels like even when he's finally at the top of the resort, he's still not immune to the whimsy of getting his ass randomly dragged out of bed and placed in a completely different bed. when will leona finally get the rest that he deserves, with or without a willing bedpartner?

honestly, he doesn't really mind. he'd love to feign disinterest but after a year+ of being stuck at the golden peacock, it's much easier and simpler to go the direct route of straightforwardness.

anyway. ]

Do ya mind? Tryin' to sleep here.

[ doesn't matter if they're new or not to the experience, guy sounds like he's tearing the place apart for something that's probably super easy to find. maybe he should just open his eyes--- ]

awoooooo

[swordpour]

(truthfully, she had one thought to seeing how clara is dressed. yikes. is she okay? she almost looks like she's not having a good time either. but texas won't break character to ask, it did cause her to loosen up. they're far more fortunate that it isn't expected for them to get straight into the action. though she did spot clara's suit mark. concern. seems like it'll have to be done, but she doesn't necessarily like the idea of them being on camera.

who would? well, second thought don't answer that. she has a feeling there's plenty who might. texas can apologize later if needed, the most she can do is treat her gently after remembering the way the other woman seemed to not be having a good time during their meeting at the sports festival.)

I see. Then I will offer my sword if you are willing to stand against the dragon. I have a score to settle with it.

(no, she's making this up on the spot. they're eating it up now that she's actually not looking bored and sounding like she's wanting to be anywhere other than here.)

[swordpour]

(truthfully, is it a surprise she tenses? she's been gone for a month, disappeared into thin air. is she hurt, is she not? that's a mystery, a mystery in how she stares at her like texas is trying to hide what she's thinking. what she's feeling about it and how she can quietly admit to herself that red does pull off the barbarian look. but that's the struggle. internally there's more than texas likes going on. the emotions were something she is having a hard time with, with parsing because what does someone do whenever they thought the person they had been getting closer with was gone?

she doesn't move, not even away. not even towards her, she only stares. what could be running through that head of hers? because that's what they might not get an answer to for now. what even can she say? she almost forgets that this is supposed to be a film in how she would have liked it to be a better time for seeing one another again.)

Hmph, if you are here to test my might, then it better be worth my time.

(she has to play the character, but it does cause her to loosen up. the bored and distant gaze she carried had shifted now into something unreadable, her tone is also more befitting the character that she has to play. at least one of them has acting chops. somehow. but texas does often tell herself she's not giovanna or lappland when it comes to these things.

they're the experts, but wow it really does suck.)

[rhapsodical]

haha don't think you buttering me up now means i'll go easy on you
but i'll meet you at talon

[ sorry to turn your easy text thread into action ]

[dilettante]

( it wasn’t clear to most people, but given she was born in new york and then moved to japan at a young age, music was the one way to keep her connected to what she knew. )

pulling off? wait does that mean you know the song?? you can play it??

okay okay this conversation is far too important, no precious, no life-changing to have over text.

you need to come to my suite right now!! I have so much to share with you!!

( more than just free food vouchers. )

[honorfelt]

(can any poor soul blame him? the way he reacted, the way he felt he had to. it was her. he might not have been there long, but....damn it! of course, he didn't like this, he has every reason to not like it.

because he doesn't know how to tell her. that he had gotten her letters, that he had been trying to come home to her. for the last time, and even had given it everything that he had. that he did everything. that he knew at the last moment that he wouldn't be stepping out alive, wasn't it obvious? the world hates men like him, men who never let go of that brightness in them. that don't become jaded shells of themselves.

zack? zack was not the sort to give up, not even once as he felt himself uncertain on what to do. the bindings won't release, that leftover knight wasn't too far behind him. he's trying. frantic, but trying. the machinery creaks closer, a weapon lifted in the air, and he immediately wraps his arms around her to shield her as if expecting any time for it to come down on him.

no! not whenever he's so close to being able to get her out of there no―....the director's shout fills the air. zack almost sighs out of relief whenever the machinery stops. dead. or as dead as it can be for something that would have just about pummeled into him for going off script. who can blame him for this? he almost surely thinks that aerith might not. the mixed emotions aside, he hasn't stopped once in thinking about her back then.

while in death, it hadn't changed for him there, either. he would watch over her in his own way. the one way that he can and hoping for the best whenever his expression shifts. his usual smile isn't there, but it's clear that she's worried. that she also has a fondness to her expression when zack softens up. she's not wrong, he only knows what little he did know because of reno.)

I still don't like it....!

(because it's her. yes, he'd hate it. seeing her bound and tied up like this, script or no script. the director really wasn't happy with him doing this. it isn't his fault he hadn't seen her in years, it also isn't his fault that he felt so strongly about it.)

Reno told me a little, but I don't know everything.

(the title is on the nose, too. he's still a virgin. aerith? by the nature of the resort, he has a guess or two that she's not by this point. he won't ask with who or how it happened. only because he didn't want to think about it. not until he's ready to actually process this strange place and the things it does to people.

though, it did little to stop him from cupping her cheeks. his bare hands, large and worn, resting comfortably against her soft skin. he'll do it for her, since she can't touch him. even if it's for a moment, before he's forced to start this over from the top. he doubts that they'll be allowed to take a proper break.)

[susano_oh]

you bet! probably one of the few i can manage without sheet music

[ on account of being a hardcore fanboy...

but on this, he's so glad that he can feel their enthusiasm matching even over text. so he's already on his feet before he even processes the last message.

(some of that might just be recklessness, spades casting his typical wariness aside in the face of something that seems so incredibly good.) ]

hit me with the location, i'll be there before you know it!

[honorfelt]

(zack isn't going to rush him, truly, someone that can fill him in on what's going on is helpful. seems like that falls on reno, but it's not like he knows everything. as expected? he is actually a virgin. his experience falls mostly with when he was on dates with aerith, but they never went past a certain point. maybe he should have before he left off to nibelheim.

like one of those soldiers that leaves his partner after a final night of passion, but they didn't know that would have been the last time she would see him. that he wouldn't see her again after that, too. it's not that zack is clueless, but being inexperienced didn't help his case. the resort is going to throw more at him for that. perhaps even give him a worse time for that.

but at the same time, it's zack. he'll manage, he has to. he isn't bad at rolling with the punches, and he has his own way of taking care of himself. which is why when reno mentions more about the nature of the resort, those vivid blue eyes widen. wait, what? did he just hear that right?

that it's sex or suffer the consequences? what kind of resort is this!? he almost wants to ask if it's a dream, but no, he shouldn't. this isn't a dream. he's tried that earlier with pinching himself and everything before stepping out of that trailer that he came from.)

You're kidding right? (but that's issue two, reno can crack jokes and have a good time like any person. heck, like zack can even, but he seemed too serious for it to be a joke. which means, yes, he did look like a kicked puppy for a second there.) Great, here I thought getting photographed everywhere was going to be the biggest of my worries.

(he's going to be a terrible porn star....)

[malpwactice]

[Every inch of him is real, even if it's unbelievable. Up close it's easy to see every little movement of his ears and tail and that there's no room for any sort of device or mechanism to make them move. Maybe the tail, since Aak has picked an outfit with room to breathe, with plenty of material draping down from his tangzhuang... but the ears are clearly real with how they look and how Aak tilts his head to better hear a voice among the crowd of murmurs and camera flashes.]

[Despite his nerves, he does also instinctively put up a cutesy peace sign. He's a professional.]

Whaaat? [he draws out the word, not immediately admitting anything.]

Am I not allowed to be a little tired of cameras? I know I don't look it but I was a real private person before this place.

[It's a lie and the truth. The attention of individual people was fine. The world's attention was terrifying. All it took was for someone to know he was still alive, that his father had left an heir to be used, and his newly gained peace would shatter. The Triad wasn't here, he didn't have to fear his image getting out, but old habits die hard.]

[dilettante]

( manage without sheet music? her heart is already racing with pure and unbridled excitement. there’s a small part of her that wonders if she should maybe be a bit careful around someone she still didn’t know too well but—

the love of music came first above any and all warning or proper reason. there was just one problem to her eager desire to meetup. )

if you really can without the sheet music…then that makes you like my hero or something. I’ve been dying to sing that song properly with the accompanying music! 💕💕💕

here’s my suite location by the way, but I noticed something about the elevator. the last few months it’s been opening up right to the entrance of my door but this month it no longer does. you’ll have to walk down a very long hallway and try to find it.

( after that she sent him the address. hopefully he wasn’t prone to getting lost. )

RUBS MY HANDS TOGETHER

[survivaltricks]

[the outfit is sofar removed from anything a real police officer would wear that it doesn't even register as a blip on Akira's trauma radar! . . . it also helps that the handcuffs were detachable; they've already been removed from his waist, tossed haphazardly aside to lie ignored in a random corner of the trailer. Akira's grin softens, turning lopsided at the edges as he dismisses Minato's concern with a wave of one perfectly gloved hand]

Eh. It's not what I would've picked out for myself, but it could've been worse.

[with coffee still in hand, Akira pushes himself to his feet, crossing the room so he can plop onto the ground at Minato's side. it's clear he doesn't wear skirts very often, because he crosses his legs in such a manner that is wholly unladylike. good thing he is wearing pantyhose!!]

. . . are you?

[Minato was clearly trying to hide from someone. based on the recent. . . "excitement" consuming the resort, he can make an educated guess as to the identity of the pursuer]

[survivaltricks]

[Akira completely ignores the frustrated grumblings of the crew (Great, now we have to re-shoot the scene!) to meet Makoto halfway, one hand extended, fingers reaching for her shoulder. there's relief in his eyes and a lopsided smile on his lips-- genuine happiness at seeing her again, after so many months apart-- but. . . it's all edged with a slight bit of anxiety, too. a visible concern that slants his brows, that draws tight tension to the set of his jaw and the slopes of his shoulders]

[. . . though once Akira notices what she is wearing. . . he stops just short of actually touching her, jerking his hand back with a light flush to his cheeks, knowing better to breach the personal boundaries of someone who is so scantily clad and also?? probably?? very confused about where she is?]

It's me. [a firm reassurance, before he launches into a whirlwind of questions] Are you okay? How long have you been here?

[. . .]

Dooooo you want my jacket. . .?

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[edelstein]

Yes, hello-hello!

[Rin hurries into the shot. To contrast Tomura's typically relaxed pace and low mood, she hams it right up. Bubbly and smiling. Dripping with a tooth-rotting saccharine aura. Costuming has stuffed her in a push-up bra and cropped tank with a low, scooped neckline. A micro-skirt paired with thigh highs tipped with cat-ears adds to the look. Staff insisted on glow-in-the-dark stick on nails, and a headset matching Tomura's with an RGB-lined set of cat ears on the top. The image is capped off with accessories like glowstick bracelets, a cheap choker, and makeup that would look hideous normally — but pulls off quite well in the lowly lit set.

What with Tomura slated to be the under nourished e-girl, Rin has been given a little makeup enhancement. A more defined abdominal area, and a bit more toning around her thighs. Ah, yes. The gymrat gamer: prepped and poised to make sure Tomura is drained not just in the game, but also "IRL"! There are toys scattered about the foot of the bed. Lying in view of the cameras so they serve either as a threat or perhaps a promise.]

I'm Kätzchen! I'll make sure your favorite streamer gives his faithful audience a good show: one way or the other. Are you ready, chat?

[The smile she wears is fake, but not entirely forced. Her body language is overly familiar. Arms thrown around his shoulder and cheeks pressing soft to his.]

[tfy]

[A way out. Wouldn't that be nice? He's been here for over a year, and he hasn't seen anyone fill their deck and leave. But he has seen people disappear before they get that chance, including two fellow idols from his world.

Those thoughts weigh heavily on his mind. They always do, every second of every day here. But he doesn't voice them out loud. Thanks to some costume magic, he feels more like an idol than ever right now. And an idol's job is to lift people's spirits up—to shine a light on them, when they're full of fear or doubt or despair. If only for a moment, that's what he wants to do. So it's what he'll do for Yato!]

Mhm. This place will try to force that kind of contact between us even if we resist, so do keep your guard up.

[He can't avoid saying that. Anything else would be irresponsible.]

But that doesn't mean you have to do everything they tell you. I flaunt the rules all the time around here, and I haven't been punished too badly. No matter how much they try to dim my sparkle, I'm still my dazzling, splendid self. ♪

[No matter who or what he's lost. To prove it, he gives his most dazzling, splendid smile. Trying to portray himself as strong, and trying to lend Yato some of that same strength.]

I still sing, I still smile, and I still love all the same things I loved before. For example, dressing stylishly! That's something I love, so I'd be happy to help you find a new top now that you've ditched that ugly vest you were wearing! ♪ But that all depends on what sort of role you'd like to play. So!

[He makes a sweeping gesture towards Yato.]

What role might that be? Let's say you could be anything or anyone right now. A fantasy character, a god, or even a fellow idol. What role would you choose?

[redfortune]

[ The way Texas stares at her makes something in her tear a little. She doesn't entirely see the emotions but she can get enough of a sense to know that there's something going on underneath the surface. Her mouth presses into a thin line and it's clear she wants to say something, to do anything other than stick to this stupid script. But - well. Here they are.

She knows she's been gone for a bit. She just doesn't quite know how long or how everyone else has been. How they've reacted. She also can't ask right now. ]

Do you really think I wouldn't be here if it wasn't?

[ She steps forward. ]

I need to come with me, after all. And I don't plan on losing. [ Corny. But expected. ]