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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

[towerkeep]

Ah... none of it.

[towerkeep]

So says the 'artificial intelligence'...

I found it in my closet a couple days ago and tried it on! It's not very comfortable, so I didn't keep it on long.

Why do you ask?

[towerkeep]

Ah, well... I do not think of myself as such. I am far more of a sidekick or party member than hero!
The 'artificial intelligence' seems to think otherwise.
Why do you ask?

[cincture]

[ with each new word, the furrow between sein's brow deepens, unable to shake off the feeling of being stalked across a wide open field, wearing all white with multiple lights shining down on him.

there's absolutely no hope for him here, is there? ]

So you're asking if I'm a hypocrite.

[ that's what he's gathering, anyway, but would any jury in the world convict him if he missed a thing or two? at least he's attempting to digest all this, instead of turning towards the camera like he were in the office and calling for the director to make some calls here. ]

I can't say I can find any kind of pleasure in knowing someone else is suffering, especially if they're choosing to come to me to seek comfort in the first place.

Though I guess I can see where someone who enjoys power might be drawn to the role. You're saying a priest can grant forgiveness? For all sins? No offense, but that's a lot more responsibility than I care to have at any given time.

[apothecrazy]

I see.

[ Another victim of the A.I. ]

How much of it is true, then?

[artcritic]

[He didn't want her to feel bad for him or responsible or anything. This place doesn't pick and choose who to bring and whom to send away. After all, it keeps dragging in his friends, and he wants to fight against it with all of his being.

He drags one of the chairs to pretend he's working on Makoto, while they talk.]

There's nothing to apologize for. It is not ideal in the least, but one finds a way to handle it. Especially when other people are stuck with you as well. You form a mutual understanding, and they are willing to help out, even if it is just for their own gain.

[After all, Yusuke would gain from that as well.]

When did you arrive?

[artcritic]

[Why are you surprised? This is par for the course at this point.]

Good question.




Haunted paintings.




[it's a joke.]

[artcritic]

I am curious as to why not. I know Japanese history in detail, and I'm familiar with how the mafia operates.

[...]

[rebelsamurai]

[To be fair, Johnny's default mood is always 'bitch' with a serving of whatever curse word you prefer. This is no exception, hence the stupid nickname. However, Johnny is not being nearly as bad as he could be. At least not yet. If anything, he is just experimenting for the time being, seeing how far Fluffy here will go for a smoke.]

Empathy is for the weak.

[He says after blowing smoke directly at the poor guy’s face. However, just when you think Johnny was going to be a real bitch and just mock the poor guy, he suddenly passes the cigarette over to them without much fuss. Yeah, Johnny Silverhand is a dickhead but he’s not that much of a dickhead.]

Keep it. You’re going to need to set your nerves straight.

[He mutters before stretching his arms high above his head. Yeah, that silver arm of his is a military prosthetic. Even though it’s a bit dated appearance wise, it doesn’t look that ancient. This long-haired rockerboy is definitely ex-military though.]

The name’s Johnny, by the way. [He introduces with a slight sigh at the end after getting a satisfying pop in his shoulders.]

Johnny Silverhand, rockstar extraordinaire and living legend.

[artcritic]

Unfortunately that is true
I think that under the 'art' as kink, they might be thinking of 'body painting'
I've done it a few times..........

[towerkeep]

I suppose the statistics are, but the rest of it... precious little, I'm afraid.

Why do you ask?

[artcritic]

That is quite unfortunate.

[It actually saddens him to meet people who love art but can't enjoy it for one reason or the other.]

While art that is displayed here is mostly, well, pornographic in nature, there are some books containing proper pieces of art in the library.

Yes! It is a difficult road, I admit, but I find joy in it- the elation from managing to make a piece of art that expresses exactly what you feel and think is unmatched by anything.

[nevus]

[ the attention to her clothing — if one can even call it that; really, isn't it more just a glorified sack with a hole for the head? — puts a brief frown on her lips, bordering on a pout. her hands find her hips, which is the only way one can even hope to find a hint of a body under there. ]

It's awful, isn't it? And the color completely washes me out.

[ all that dreary gray... how insulting. if she hadn't commandeered the make up room herself, nobody would have even bothered to apply so much as blush to her cheeks!

but, she can sense enough he would rather talk about anything but the reason he's there in the first place. and that does mollify her enough that she decides not to push... for now. after all, part of the concern was making sure he wasn't off sulking alone. it'd be extremely counterproductive for her to nag him so much he all but pushes her away. ]

Had your plan been to get me alone, I would have been flattered.

[ said in a way so saccharine it's clear she knows that he knows that hadn't even been a consideration of his, let alone a plan. but that's alright, manuela is only more than happy to let him find his distractions, even if she shoots them down at every turn. ]

Instead you make me hunt for you, and now my feet are sore. [ they wouldn't even give her heels... just awful knockoff uggs. imagine! walking around flatfooted!! ] How do you expect to make that up to me?

(smiling tightly as i type this) "Tiny Titty Shrine Maidens Milk Miko Mamaries"

[foxpopuli]

[The sacrilegious boob guy responsible for the Big Titty Nun joint must surely find their enthusiasm bolstered by the success of their first production. Nothing else can explain the sudden and prolific outcropping of similarly themed shoots that leave no stone unturned, no spiritual theme untouched, and no figure silhouette unrepresented.

Miko doesn't need to be under the sway of her costume, modified and embellished even more than what she typically wears on the job (yet infinitely cheaper in construction) to force her to act a certain way. It certainly doesn't hurt, though. She could do without the restrictive ache in her chest that the outfit brings, though; it itches to the point of burning and has her pinching her back teeth together restlessly. If anything, it does put her in the mood to run her little shrine-away-from-home with an iron fist. She brings her arms across her chest to cross them, but the pressure doesn't help much.]

Well, well, what sort of trouble do we have on our hands this time?

[Miko leans in sideways to get a better full-body look. Her opposite "costar" isn't unfamiliar to her. This isn't the first time, Miko remembers, that circumstances have put Rin in a position to capitulate or be disciplined. Hard not to wonder if the poor thing is being purposefully targeted... or if there's some secret latent longing cruelly being tempted out against any efforts to the contrary.

But she remembers, too, that this girl has a sharp mind and that she seemed very content to ask questions that pried up the edges of her deepest feelings. She might remember that a little too well.]

[blastedass]

What the hell are you doing?! [Why is he looking all over the place like a frantic rat when he just told his stupid face those things aren't here?! Bakugo grabs a hem of his robe and yanks it, checking the material. Cheap despite it's gaudy nature. Great. And he blew up the majority of the trailer itself. Leaving Yato to rummage, he heads for the closet and yanks the door open. Time to see if anything survived the blast...

Ugh, what is all this crap?! A bunch of strange outfits and costumes! This really is an actor's trailer. He starts swishing clothes around on the hangers, rifling through his options to find something remotely decent. Decent meaning something he wouldn't be caught dead wearing.]

They left it in your world. [Clothes, weapons, belongings, everything except their innate powers and abilities. Bar a few exceptions Bakugo has no knowledge on. When Yato explains, he only offers a curt grunt of understanding. But the answer doesn't change.] Then he's not here.

[blastedass]

[That's not even remotely related to the meta argument!]

yeah, at how 16 you look!

[DUH!! No one said his appearance was abnormal! Just that it was younger-looking than 21 one! Even if Bakugo's met some young twenty somethings who still look like their in high school. Case in point, Till. And some teenagers who look like young adults. A few of his upperclassmen come to mind.]

parrot's biased.

to me, dammit! do what you want to other people!

[apothecrazy]

Curiosity, mostly.

I know that sometimes these things get written for us.

[apothecrazy]

My name is Maomao.

[ She never could think of a username, so she just left it as her name. ]

[blastedass]

[If he can't blow through the locks, then he'll blast the damn chains to pieces and give Reno his limb's freedom. Should it become a hindrance/annoyance during their actions together. Bakugo isn't a fan of restraints in the first place, having been under them a number of times in his life and hating every damn instance. But there's a charm to these glittering gold bands around the Turk's wrists and collar, a heady rush o power to his head as he plays with the chain. A yank, a wind, able to move Reno's head and torso in slight ways with a few small motions.

Now's not the time to be asking any sort of history questions. Bakugo's having too much fun making the guy shiver with his mouth alone, not even bothering to use his hands at the moment. He's not touching him beyond this and he feels his arousal starting, coursing through his skin and veins with a hot run sizzling down to his fingertips. Tch, these fake claws are gonna be a pain soon, probably break off on the sheets or floor or wherever they end up doing it. He bites on the sensitive flesh, taking cartilage between his teeth and nibbling slightly.]

Use your legs, dumbass. [He even accounts for Reno's muscle memory, one hand sweeping to cup at his far shoulder and haul upward for countering any attempt at rolling out of the leg swipe. And just to spite those words shot at him, it's only a second before Bakugo shoves his free arm beneath the man's legs and hauls him up bridal style against his chest, bared muscles flexing in an impressive ripple of pectorals, biceps, and shoulders. Nice to know Reno's got his training; he'd've been pissed if he flopped like a damn fish on the ground.] I could drag you by your wrist like a corpse.

[And swings back towards the dais, heading towards the mass of crystals and its glass-smooth bowl instead of the mound of furs.]

[broca]

[ There it was, the explanation that Broca was half expecting from the beginning. It's not as if no one else in all of these wide worlds could know what an ayakashi apparently was, but the phrase mixed with the immediate assumption he wasn't human hit specific notes that gave him a deep sense of foreboding.

By the time the word "exorcist" is out of Natori's mouth, Broca's ears are pinning back, and his eyes are closing as he lets out an exasperated sigh. It's probably not helping his own assertions that he's human to be responding so strongly to that, but he has his own reasons...

He'll leave it be for now, forcing himself to open his eyes again, and turning his gaze onto the crew that's milling about between the takes right now. ]

Who knows? I already knew other worlds exist, but I'm not an expert.

[ He's just been assuming that's what this is. Another planet, but a strange one, and one that has incredible building security to keep people from breaking out instead of in. ]

[blastedass]

[bastard. hiking a leg up under the sheets, lifting his tail, smirking over his shoulder like some goddamn prey playing with his food. why the hell can't he shove his finger in any further?! already in to the fucking knuckle. that's it! time for another one, just so he can try and wipe leona's stupid smirk off his face! made even better with how his body's clenching around his finger. muscles squeezing and rippling like a tube of ribbon and hills. damn, he's really got that much control of himself back here?]

Then don't be an asshole. [he says to the guy already being an asshole. yet he takes a moment to trade his second finger around the lion's stretch rim, getting him to loosen up before pushing in index inside. it's a stretch. it'll probably burn. but he leans over leona's shoulder and captures his mouth in a warm kiss. if he really appreciated a content lion, he wouldn't have yelled at him to get out of the bed in the first damn place.]

[usseewa]

That’s a cute name!
It’s nice to meet you, Maomao.
I can’t thank you enough for the information.
It’s still pretty overwhelming.

no I love her

[paperpusher]

[Aww, she's cute. Like yes, he was teasing, but still: go off queen. For one, she is doing a good job on both their makeup.

And also, more interestingly (no offense to the art departments out there, he's just biased), it sounds like she's also exorcist-adjacent. She might see some distinction in the sort of creatures they're combating, but "ayakashi" is such a broad umbrella that something called a "disaster beast" should surely be covered, Natori thinks confidently as if he's the expert in both of their worlds.]

That's impressive! [He means it! There's still a slight bit of that "aged mentor (read: dude in his 20s in anime) humoring a teenager" energy, but that's more because he's talent making small talk with makeup. (And maybe because she snuck 'selfless' in there.)] And a close-range fighter, too. I can only manage a staff as a last resort.

[She seems a little young to have the highest mission clear count out of... whatever group she operates out of, unless it's like saying Seiji had the highest success rate out of the two of them when they were picking up odd jobs in high school. But he was picking up odd jobs in high school, so it's not like her age strikes him as that unusual. A little nostalgic, maybe. He was also pretty overconfident at that age. (Maybe not that overconfident.)]

...Bills for public destruction of property, huh. [Okay, that element isn't as institutionalized in his exorcist community-- but then again, she did say she was in a city. A lot more property around to destroy!]

[nevus]

[ and so, manuela cheats a little. after all, the intent had been to have him discover the parts she liked to be touched the most, but hadn't she given too much away by already leading his hand towards her breasts? not that it truly matters, when the end result is all the same anyway. she had noticed how his eyes strayed there, and so it would have really only been a matter of time before he thought to explore her chest anyway.

at least she doesn't bother being coy. from that first eager grope, he draws from her lips a soft gasp whose heat matches the warmth on her cheeks. his hands might not have had the experience to guide them, but neither are they burdened by clumsiness or uncertainty. there is an assuredness to his ministrations that she can recall from his time as a student back at the academy, echoing the way he would so confidently take up any weapon with the sheer audacity to not only succeed, but succeed immediately.

damn the costume department and their lack of foresight. while undoubtedly the slight peeks of that lacy bra beneath the deep and parted collar of her blouse adds to the titillation of the scene, but all it does for manuela is rob her of any proper sensation. she has half a mind to tell him to forego the foreplay entirely — and that in itself is perhaps a little worrying, how quickly she wishes for more — but if it really is true that he is that inexperienced... doesn't she have a duty to make sure this moment will be a memorable one for him? she ought to make this as worthwhile as it is informational.

but it is getting increasingly difficult to remember herself when he starts kissing at her neck like that. two for two? already? his success rate is a little dizzying; before long, he'll have found all her erogenous zones, and where would that leave manuela?

...in a wonderful place, undoubtedly, but that isn't the point. or is it? goddess she's beginning to lose herself, and they've barely even started.

he's on his knees, and so she had made room for him. uncrossed her legs so that they can part just enough he has space to maneuver closer however he'd like. this of course draws her absurdly tight skirt even higher up along her thighs, to the point they nearly only encircle her hips. she can feel the cool air of the set on her inner thighs, and higher still where she runs molten, making her nerves feel even more sensitive wherever his touch lands. but that damned shirt, that damned bra. ]

You're doing... quite well already.

[ that breathlessness? she doesn't have to affect it at all. ]

Mm. [ her own hands find his arms now, fingers trailing over the sleeve of his shirt where it strains against his biceps. ] But don't forget that learning is also about taking risks... Big, bold risks.

[nevus]

Aren't they?

[ there is a giddiness to manuela's voice that seems to de-age her about 20 years. she helps herself to a seat beside irene (considerably more ladylike, by comparison) and settles the bowl upon her lap. she helps herself to a modest handful, knocking it back like she might a shot. ]

The trailers aren't so bad, [ she says, after finishing. ] When you return to yours, you should check to see if they've left you any treats as well.

[ but — that's neither here nor there, is it? after a moment, the air between them seems to grow somber, as manuela finds herself unable to bat away the worry that had overtaken her the second she allowed herself to even consider that irene might have been back. she reaches out to lay a hand over one of irene's, her gaze earnest. ]

Where were you?