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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

[tweelight]

[ So nice to meet people you have something in common with. Even if those things are 'unable to take a breath' and 'light up on first contact.' . ]

Right- of course- I'm fine! You're very light. Make yourself comfortable. I mean, in the seat! Or- wherever you want!

[ His grip loosens, but doesn't entirely fall off. He wants to help her, but not just... shove her off him. ]

[tweelight]

[ He almost doesn't process that remark, distracted as he is, but - rude? ]

-cut out for us? My look is already pretty good. Isn't it???

[ He's got this cool iron crown, a matching broad-collar necklace, a cape, and... not a whole lot else, predictably, just a drafty loincloth, all in predictable blacks and reds. And he does have the build for it, but his hair and above all his open, anything-but-piercing expression really let it all down. Just too bright to be a dark anything. ]

[aureliasharr]

If your look was good enough, you wouldn't be sitting in my chair right now.
[Is her dry and distracted response, glancing down and wrinkling her nose as his extensively vital physique. No "Dark Lord" should be so muscular in her opinion, he just looks like a Kellid. Very well, she supposes, the lich look won't work.]

Hmmm, they probably won't put more clothes on you so... Let's try this

[She swirls her fingers through a series of illusion cantrips, first his hair turned from a light green to a dark puce. His eyes she replaces with black pits, and his skin she shrivels until it presses against the bone, then she lights the whole image up from inside his skull with a green flame. Creating the illusion that his head is simply a flaming horned skull.]

What do you think

un: lune.bleue

[maladie]

Art as a kink?
How does that work exactly?

get into character

[maladie]

[For the most part Vanitas has been being working behind the scenes for as many films as he can find work with. Occasionally to try on costumes, or help people out of them, but he does see a script that he can tolerate. Something that reminds him of home, of Noé. Thankfully the poor bastard isn't here to suffer through these awkward interactions.

While he didn't appreciate the cliche dynamic of submissive virginal human who succumbs to the will of a handsome vampire, he'd accepted the role anyway. Money is money, after all. His make up is minimal, and his hair falls loose behind his shoulders. Vanitas has a similar style of costume to his co-star but the long frilly sleeves and modest collar of his blouse left every bit of easily bitable skin to the imagination.]

They did a good job with you. [Vanitas eyes the stranger up and down, even letting out a laugh at just how much of a dip there was in that pitiful excuse for a shirt. His eyes linger on those ears a bit too long, not sure how make up managed to make them look quite so convincing. Without hesitation he reaches up to touch what he assumes is prosthetic, and tugs on the man's ear. So convincing! So lifelike and real!]

Not to worry. I've been told my blood tastes good.

Re: Duds

[brother_nature]

[One could swear they hear the jaws theme in the distance when he approaches, idly circling him. He pockets his hands, raising an eyebrow as he completely fails at hiding his amusement.]

You love to yap, huh? Gentleman shouldn't complain so much, don't ya think?

[That's what he got out of all that, and he gives a scoffing laugh.]

But if yer that put off. . .you reeeally wanna get rid of it? Cuz I've got a pretty easy solution.

[rhapsodical]

how come they need to be tamed?

Lord of the Wings

[maladie]

[Vanitas comes for the paycheck and stays because he can see the look of concern in the other actor's eyes. Either he wasn't expecting his physical form to change, or he was concerned that his costar would change their mind about this job once they saw the size of him. And since it looks like this entire production has been off-script most of the time, said actor doesn't seem to feel bad shrugging and exiting the room, leaving Vanitas (an extra in the cast) alone with the so called Dark Lord. Who wrote this script anyway?

While he absolutely does not identify as a size queen, he is secretly a charitable person on the inside. His RBF, icy judgmental gaze, and standoffish attitude are all a strategic act put on to conceal this true nature. Even more necessary here than where he used to call home.

There's staff on standby, he's sure, but they're not anywhere visible when Vanitas approaches. His hair is long and inky black, a couple of braids at the sides with strangely convincing elf ears courtesy of the make up team. Vanitas approaches confidently, going entirely off-script, but if they wanted their money shot, this is how it's going to have to go.]

I'm certain there's no one here foolish enough to challenge you, Dark Lord. [His voice is overly saccharine, laying it on thick so he can get in close, his eyes noting the size of Certain Parts of the other man. And then, in a lower voice once he's close enough:] I'm a doctor. I think I can help.

dolled up

[maladie]

[This is so very stupid. Why would he decide to act in any of these idiotic films? Right, the money. Vanitas inhales deeply but the scowl on his face doesn't go away whenever it's his turn for make up. Working behind the scenes was far less embarrassing than this, but it's too late to quit now. The only thing that makes hims accept his fate in that make up chair is the fact that he's either going to have a minor role in a big film or be in something so low budget that it'll likely never see the light of day.]

What is there to smile about?

[Vanitas' scowl deepens, but he does tilt his head back a little bit so that the guy can apply his make up. Why exactly he's so excited to do so is beyond him.]

What does vampire make up even look like?

dressing room

[maladie]

[Like someone really getting into the hang of this acting stuff, he's looking at lines before its his turn in the make up chair. He sets the script down, crosses his legs and lets her pull him to look up by the chin.]

Some kind of elf.

[He doesn't say more than that because the script of the film is so nonsensical that he hardly knows what's going on in the plot despite having read the entirety of it at least twice. Whoever wrote the damn thing might have fallen asleep midway through and just kept typing.]

For costume? I don't think they care. As long as there's skin showing.. [Vanitas shrugs, looking at the girl then doing a bit of a double take.] You seem a little young to be doing work like this.

[aureliasharr]

[The irony of that statement startles a laugh out of Aurelia, nearly a cough for out of practice she is with the sound. She’s well aware she looks as much like a vampire as one can without actually being undead. ]

Well, perhaps they simple wish for me to wear makeup, as It would be inappropriate for my character to go without. Choose whatever catches your eye.

[If the director has a vision for “evil bondage witch”, he should have given her better direction. ]

un: rude

[goons]

Send me pictures in your manic pixie dream girl costume.
I'm currently dressed as a school teacher while some guy is highlighting and contouring my head with powder.

I don't actually know what any of that means. Help.

[emancipating]

[ as more of zagreus' skin is exposed, kinich will undoubtedly find scarring, though most of it seems minor. it's a little at odds with his physique — broad shouldered, defined muscles throughout that suggests either a lifetime of combat or intense training, or both. aside from the scars, zagreus is free of blemishes, his skin relatively smooth. perks of being a demi-god. ]

You could say that. [ there's some amusement in his tone. ] I've the impression that I'm likely one of the rare few. Many others seem to know what they're doing, such as yourself.

[ maybe he'll just stick to buttons only. ]

I'm Zagreus, by the way. Thank you again, for helping me.

[nintendog]

( he does a double take, and she stills for a beat with a slight squint like she's trying to decide on something,

then ultimately lets it go with a huff. )

Makeup work? Or do you mean..

( a vague gesture to the door and beyond. y'know. the acting and such.

either way, she's already turned her heel to grab a primer, testing viscosity with a bit on her finger before she swipes up a new sponge and a headband to hand off the latter instead of trying to put that on him herself. she can chat and keep busy. )

I wouldn't call it ideal? I'm better used as security. ( which reminds her of their burly owl companions, which in turn she makes a bit of a face about. why are they like that anyway?? ) But comparatively it's not the worst.

( which works for any interpretation of his question. )

.. Paparazzi is getting on my nerves though.

dressing room

[paperpusher]

[Natori gets his face manhandled by professional makeup artists on the regular, so absolutely none of her behavior (confident, bossy, hyperfocused on the visibility or lack thereof of his pores) strikes him as unusual or alarming. He closes his eyes as she turns his face to either side with the energy of someone who knows he's eventually going to get prodded into showing the state of his eyelashes, eyelids, or the huge bags under his eyes (his most annoying feature on his otherwise gorgeous face, he's regularly told) so he might as well get it out of the way.]

'Hot pizza boy.'

[His 'script' is sitting open in his lap in case he feels the need to review it, but it's two lines long and just says "HOT PIZZA BOY: Did someone order a pizza?", then a large amount of white space, and then "HOT PIZZA BOY: Well that was fun." He wishes he could say this is the stupidest script he's ever seen, but at least it's straightforward.]

Do you want to know a secret? I've never actually ordered a pizza, so I don't know much about what I'm supposed to wear.

[nintendog]

............ hah?

( excuse her for a moment while she looks flabbergasted. her eyes flit down to the script for a split second as if it has any way of revealing to her what she's meant to do with that, but that's a her problem for seeking wisdom in any of the writing to begin with.

like, hey first of all: what. secondly: were they even trying???? )

What a lazy script.

( but she's not about to fix it for them. she wouldn't even know where to start. she knows what to do with his face at least, and it starts with an insistent jab of her index finger against his forehead.

yes, a lecture, the primer of choice these days. )

On the other hand, you need to be getting more sleep. ( tsk, tsk. coming from a notorious workaholic, that's pretty bad. he probably knows this already, she realizes, but this will not stop her regardless. ) The rest of your complexion is going to go right out the window if you don't take better care of yourself!

( boy she sure does keep going.. )

Do you need a nap or something first?

( she'll circle back to the costuming and lack of even an adjacent experience with delivery someday, probably, )

[menhulu]

I am. It's good to meet you.

[ to put a face to a name, as it were, though he'd already seen caleb's face in pictures.. nevermind. it still stands. at any rate - ]

Most of it was good reading. A few were.. less so.

[ but dan heng is paying more attention now to caleb's hands on him, carefully undoing the lacings of his top until the upper part falls away. he feels warm all over, goosebumps rising along his forearms, and as caleb reveals more skin he will find patches of smooth scales, iridescent teal in the warm light. caught up as he is in the moment, dan heng needs a moment to respond to his question. ]

Oh - ah, let me see.. [ he says, and begins to tug at the lacy garment, finding that it.. still refuses to give way, clinging to his body stubbornly. dan heng casts a rueful smile over his shoulder. ] .. yes, please.

[paperpusher]

Hahaha, right? [To all of that, really. He probably shouldn't be shittalking the production he's been cast in, but on the other hand they probably shouldn't have kidnapped a bunch of people into an ayakashi dimension to make them film lazy pornos, so.] But don't worry, I'll do my best to make the character come ali-- ow.

[Straight to the forehead, huh. That at least prods him into opening his eyes again. And into letting a little of the sarcasm leak out as he raises an eyebrow and says, in a very 'yes, mom' tone of voice:] So I've heard.

[He normally uses a flippant excuse: oh, I'm just a simple country boy and the lights of the big city kept me up, and everyone would know he was bullshitting, but they'd assume he was out partying and leave it at that. But again: their circumstances are a little unusual here, so.]

Well, it's not every day I wake up in a magic kidnapping hotel, now is it? I don't do well sleeping in an unfamiliar location. [that's also a big ol' lie because he can and will fall asleep anywhere, including in this makeup chair if given a chance, but whatever.] It's kind of you to offer, but we might as well get this over with.

[goons]

[The dress is a little more revealing than Rude had anticipated, but Reno pulls it off well so he doesn't complain if there are a few extra eyes looking at his lover and the parts of his body tastefully exposed for the evening.

Once they're situated to view the films, he notices that the people around them are all either paying close attention to the movies or to each other. Which means there's certainly enough privacy here to let his hand wander further up between Reno's thighs, fingertips feeling over the fabric of his underwear curiously.]

Sit on my lap. [Rude suggests, patting his thigh with his other hand. It's still strange to him that the two of them aren't sick of each other after all the bad pornos they've filmed together leading up to this, but Rude is still very interested in finding new ways to end up between his lover's legs.]

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[tekkenseisai]

[ Makoto was about to step into one of the changing rooms, relieved to finally be done so she can get rid of this absurd Dragon Lord costume, when the door to an adjacent room swings open. She didn't recognize the woman on the other side, but she can't help but feel a little envious at first glance. Her dress might be a bit sheer for comfort, but she looks absolutely stunning wearing it ... and certainly a lot more dignified than Makoto feels in her prosthetic, horned headdress and applied scales that cover less than some swimsuits - something that makes Makoto hug her borrowed jacket a little tighter around herself. ]

Oh ... uh, certainly.

[ It's a bit of an intimate situation to enter into with a complette stranger, but she doesn't want to leave her stuck in her costume ... she'd definitely be grateful for the help if their positions were reversed. ]

[aflowers]

[ attached: something a little less hacked-together than this, but with the same vibes ]

I like the outfit, but the wig is kinda weird, right?
But... a school teacher? Quick, now it's your turn to send me a photo, Rude!

(But, really, do you need rescuing? I can come and save the day and we can get out of here...)

[maladie]

Either, I suppose. You do know the nature of what they're filming here, don't you?

[Though, maybe the make up part of it is harmless right now, he suspects it's a something like a gateway drug to getting her to be exactly in the spot Vanitas is in sooner or later. And there's two years between them, if that, so he doesn't have a whole lot of room to judge.

He doesn't know what she's doing with all those lotions and sponges she has to tap against his skin, but she looks confident enough that he doesn't see need to doubt her abilities. Instead closes his eyes a moment while she does her thing.]

Security, hm? What did you do before coming here? [Vanitas means here in a general sense, always a little curious about the other worlds that the people around here came from.]

[redfortune]

A few months. Unfortunately.

Trust me, you'll keep learning things.

[nintendog]

( you know what? touché. )

Hm. I guess not.

( she's not exactly as good at picking out lies as some of her other colleagues can to begin with, and it's not unreasonable to feel uncomfortable with their current arrangements with said hotel and staff. in fact, that's probably the more sane reaction to the whole thing.

at least she relents with the jabbing, opting to move on to rifle through the counter for cotton pads and micellar water instead after one last firm look like she's telling him he should try harder anyway despite the look he's giving her. if it's a safety thing and not a comfort thing, to get tired would only dull the senses after all.

but anyyywayyyy, blowing past that social cue aside, )

I've never ordered pizza either, but I've seen them around the city. ( he's also getting tossed a regular water bottle. if he won't sleep then she'll at least settle for hydrated! ) Have you just never ordered any food deliveries in general or something? I can probably help look for something that'll work after this.

[aflowers]

[ She smiles at him when he tells her that he doesn't like it, that he's learned some of what he needs to know but not everything, and she feels her heart go out to him ever more; she remembers what it was like, being newly arrived here, knowing almost nothing and having to rely only on what friends and strangers alike told her. It's a relief knowing that he's found Reno already. (That said, it's news to her, though not entirely surprising, that the two of them seem to know each other.)

It's more of a relief that he's found her. Once she's out of these bonds, she can help him, and...

Right. The bonds. The director gets between them just as Zack's bare hands land on her cheeks, insisting that the SOLDIER go back to his starting position so that they can restart the scene, making it very clear that they don't have all day and he's not impressed by the interruptions thus far. And Aerith apologizes, explains that Zack is new to the resort, but that she's taken care of it now and it won't happen again—

The scene is reset. Aerith settles back on the altar, her struggles minimal, guarded by two oversized, automated suits of armor, her eyes trained on the door. ]

Oh, [ she calls, Zack's cue to enter the scene, ] won't someone please come and rescue me—

[ And once again, he all but flies in, decimating first one suit of armor and then the other, and this time she doesn't interrupt, simply lies there and watches him do his work, waiting for him to come to her. Once he's close enough, the focus will be on their actions and not their words; as long as it looks like the sweet nothings that the movie's theme would expect, they should be able to whisper to one another, right? ]