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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

grabs quincy

[wingbeats]

( to getian’s eyes, nearly all manners of dress that he sees the other “guests” of this place wearing are odd, but that was not altogether novel. he is not new to being adrift in time, plucked from his own age so to avoid the “Storm” that washed away eras, and sheltered within the suitcase of a young arcanist named the Timekeeper. her quest, her companions, and her struggle were largely abstract to him; he was counted as one of those companions, yes, and he aided when called upon, but it had been hard to contextualize his own place in their story. this “casino” is just as discombobulating to him as that impossible slice of wilderness had been, so he suffers from much the same here. the infringements upon his freedom here have been far harsher, though. told where to stay, where to sleep, when to wake, when to eat, what to wear, what to do—the harshness of the lights on him paled only in comparison to the frightful amount of attention he seemed to garner wherever he went. he wanted none of it. he accepts that it had been his own choice to leave his mountain, but oh, how he wishes he could return. to sleep amongst the boughs of his tree, play music, and keep watch over the temple—the final resting place of every other miemeng bird that had ever lived.

if he understood correctly, it was all gone now, washed away in a rain that fell upwards into the sky.

when it had come to getian’s costume, less had been more. they’d actually taken off the robe he had found for himself, permitting him a band of cloth around his waist and a matching shawl to wear over his head and shoulders (mostly because he’d gotten far too agitated and fearful when it had been taken away). otherwise, his torso was kept bare, painted in colorful and intricate designs—this apparently had to do with his “role,” that of a sympathetic beastman who had joined the brave warriors on their quest upon being sufficiently impressed by their sexual prowess (a detail that’d been enough to make him blush). he is neither a fool nor some spring chicken; he had a general idea of just what sort of “plays” (he has no idea what a ‘movie’ is) these people were trying to force them to perform. he was not particularly thrilled by the idea of such wanton, casual bawdiness. call him old fashioned, but hey, he’d seen miemeng birds court for years if not decades before actually settling in as mates…

he is just as intent on continuing to evade them as quincy is, though he believes the human far more poorly-equipped, for his lack of wings. still—getian is impressed by the way he handles himself in the forest. he didn’t even need to see him do so to know it; he could read it in his bones, the gentle curves of one with great respect for nature, as strong and graceful as the boughs of a tree. it makes him feel slightly more at ease around him, even if he is a stranger. )

If it is treacherous, it is not in a way that these old eyes of mine can see.

( and the eyes of a miemeng bird can be a powerful thing, but usually only those with bones to read. the landscape and flora he knew less about, though the path hadn’t looked difficult when he had scanned it from above.

quincy begins to head down the other path, and, after a moment’s thoughtful hesitation, getian begins to accompany him in his own way. he flies low beneath the canopy of the forest, scouting ahead and regularly circling back toward the human to check on his progress. it’s on the first of these returns that he replies, ) They have already sent people to bring me back several times. I do not believe they account well for one who can fly, however.

( when he’d either flown away or sent them retreating with warnings of his arcane skills, that’s when they’d really started complaining about “not being paid enough for this.” )

[survivaltricks]

[oh my god. hello??? nevertheless, Akira stands from his chair with amusement dancing on his features. a smile twitching at the corners of his lips!!]

I hope you tip well, too.

[a beat]

And I charge two thousand chips per minute to be a makeup double.

[extortion???]

[tekkenseisai]

Only this morning.

[ She allows him to guide him, though the confusion is obvious -- not wondering what he was doing, but why. He'd looked around a moment ago ... was he worried about being seen? ]

I'm still trying to get my bearings, but I know some of the basics ... and that Akira, Ann, and Ryuji are also here.

[survivaltricks]

[THE WAY AKIRA HAS NO IDEA THAT COSTUME BRAINWASHING IS A THING. . .]

Thanks. If by raise you mean, "I should get paid at all."

[is this free labor?? when one of the staff members slides in front of the exit, features pleading as he begs them not to go, Akira tsks again]

You want your top star performing at her best, right? Then she gets a break.

[that's his BROOKING NO ARGUMENTS tone. . . which seems to work, because the poor staff member steps aside, allowing Akira to guide his thief clean off the set and towards safety. victory!!]

[wingbeats]

( fortunately, the young man does not squirm. that’s for the best for both of them. getian very much doesn’t want to drop him, and he’s sure the stranger doesn’t want to be dropped as well. he tries to find a good balance, grasping seth strongly enough that he wouldn’t slip away from him but also not so strongly that it would risk his talons biting into his skin. all in all, it’s likely a way one wouldn’t jump at the thought of traveling again, but it probably wasn’t traumatizing either. it’s the best that he could hope for. miemeng birds aren’t exactly known for their prowess at transporting passengers.

getian sees that seth is anxious at being up as high as they are. fear of heights is such an interesting thing to him, but he can understand it, for one who does not have wings to fly. )

Don’t worry. If you do slip, I will catch you.

( perhaps he sounds a little more confident than he actually is… he’s pretty sure he’d be able to catch him before he reached the ground. but hopefully it will not come to that. )

I should be the one thanking you. ( he dips his head slightly in gratitude. ) Even if they did not listen, it was courageous to do what you did. Interjecting yourself to help someone unknown to you.

But…

( he looks over to seth, and his eyes can see clearly the shapes of his bones beneath flesh and skin; they are unique to each person, their shape, strength, and wear indicative of their backgrounds, struggles, and triumphs. this is where he gets the indication of it. )

This runs in your family, does it not?

[tekkenseisai]

Giant rabbits?

[ Try as Makoto might, the prospect of getting to pet a giant, adorable rabbit is exciting enough that a little of that enthusiasm slips past her mannered composure before she's able to reel it back in. ]

Th-that sounds quite nice.

[ And, judging by the stiffness in her voice just now, she's aware of it. ]

[survivaltricks]

[Akira feels a bit like a diver being stalked by a shark as Kotone circles him, his gaze trained on her every movement. eyes sliding down her thighs to the sharp ends of her heels, then back up gain, lingering not-so-respectfully at the skin exposed at her stomach, before trailing over barely concealed curves. fuck. this is unfair. the outfit itself is nice, but that's not what he finds so damn attractive about her. it's the fact that she wears it with such confidence!!]

[the same confidence she had displayed back at House Finch, the very first time they had gone out together]

[. . . he feels a bit of heat simmer in his stomach, swallowing thickly in an attempt to cool it down. the monkey brained part of him wants to be so disrespectful right now-- but in a way Kotone likes! the gentlemanly part knows better]

-- huh? [was he even listening!1 right, she asked him about his role] Ah. I'm not.

[wryly]

I don't think I make for a very convincing cop.

[survivaltricks]

[oh]

[oh]

[that. . . sure does explain a lot, and Akira's features pinch together in obvious worry]

Oh, Makoto. . . [a deep inhale, a slow exhale. after a moment's pause, he dispels all thoughts of her skimpy costume from his mind, resting one hand firmly against her shoulder in what he hopes is a comforting gesture] . . . what a shitty time to pull you away.

[he can only imagine the anxiety she feels at leaving her sister's Palace unfinished. not even for his sake-- that thought isn't even a blip on his radar. but for Sae's sake!1]

[broca]

[ The poke with the toe gets a violent twitch of the tail, as Broca sucks in a sharp inhale. ]

If that's how you want it...

[ Before quickly reaching down to push past Haru's bob, and grab onto the back of his skimpy looking top, hoisting him up in the air by the back of his costume. He's technically still following Haru's orders, though maybe not the way most people would enact that one out. ]

I'm the type of man that prefers to be treated with a little respect.

[ Just to clarify. He's also refusing to call himself any kind of "big beefcake" regardless of how it fits. ]

[survivaltricks]

[Akira would be angrier if the outfit wasn't so far removed from that of an actual cop! but because it's more. . . cop-adjacent, he can deal. and find it mildly amusing]

It gives "hero" more than "villain." Does that help?

[. . . don't mind him as he reaches out at Scott's shoulder to pluck a bit of spandex between two fingers, just to test the quality of the fabric]

you are very very welcome, because this is fun as - pardon the pun - hell

[redhairedturk]

[Reno simply figures that a demon from hell who wants to fuck a priest wouldn't beat around the bush for too long, and get right to the point, probably trying to make said priest uncomfortable.

However, this one doesn't sound all too concerned about Reno's request, and for a moment, it takes him a little off guard, but then he grins even more.]

Well, it's not forbidden for me, on the contrary ~
However, [Reno crosses his long legs, the heel of one of his dark red high heels that he's been put in causing a muffled sound on the wood of the confessional.]
And to be fair, whether you resist or not, it's tempting anyway.
But you don't seem all that willing to brush off my offer? It seems like there's interest I hear?

[survivaltricks]

[well. . . there's no point in denying it, is there? a sharp, amused exhale, and Akira plops his foot firmly into Minato's outstretched hand, his smile sheepish. he supposes it's only fair!!]

They did a good job. [STILL. . . DECEPTIVELY CASUAL] But I suppose what we think doesn't matter.

How does the outfit make you feel?

[other than "stuffy."]

[survivaltricks]

[HE'S IMPRESSED. . . impressed enough to play along, even! for now]

I got bored. [ah] Being cooped up for too long gives a young master a pretty bad case of cabin fever.

[survivaltricks]

[. . . THE FACT THAT HE CAN JOKE ABOUT IT IS A GOOD THING!!!]

and here i thought you got out of that business months ago.

short films a!!

[survivaltricks]

[Akira doesn't have to weasel his way out of staring in any kind of film!1 directors are passing him up for roles left and right, leaving him as nothing more than a PA who has been fetching water and food for the real stars. in fact, he is on his way to make one such food delivery, when he passes by a crowd of unfamiliar redheads]

[. . .]

[and immediately stops]

[. . .]

[and takes off his glasses to stare at the lenses]

. . . these aren't supposed to be prescription. . .?

[IS HE SEEING QUADRUPLE??]

[maladie]

[He's quiet while she works on his lips. While Vanitas isn't interested in make up normally, he is familiar enough with the concept. For a man, he might know a lot more than others of his gender simply due to his little hobby of people watching. There are mirrors around, but he can't see what she's doing from this angle, and he wants to show that he trusts her so he doesn't really look away to check her progress.

Instead he focuses on the conversation, waiting until he's not risking messing her up to respond.]

Yes. Exactly that kind of thing. Not so much the sun part, though.

[Vanitas definitely couldn't do it alone. His partner is a vampire, a strong one. And Noé helps to subdue so Vanitas can do his thing. Although sometimes they seem to argue more than help each other, but they were getting there before being separated and Vanitas ended up here.]

Regenerate!? Mon dieu! That's deeply unsettling. [He shivers at the thought.] Vampires were created from human experimentations with magic. So at least in my case, as long as they aren't cursed, diplomacy and conversation is possible between both sides. And since the war, vampires just keep to themselves, they hardly come into contact with humans without good reason.

[redhairedturk]

[Thankfully these "restraints" are mostly for show, to make Reno look pretty and as someone who didn't exactly intend to be sacrificed to a Dragon Lord. The chains are long enough for Reno to move relatively freely, able to lift his arms above his head or let them hang freely, as he's doing now.
but yes, of course the resort (or whoever came up with these costumes ...) figured that they could become useful in the way Bakugo already demonstrates.

Reno shivers again, his ear not being his most sensitive spot, but he's not immune to having it teased, and his eyes close momentarily, swallowing against a wave of arousal that runs through him.
Shit, he's supposed to resist more, not get all horny about it! But damn, this hot breath is definitely something that Reno could get used to.

But before he can say anything else, he finds himself being carried bridal style, and oh, if looks could kill, then Bakugo - or the Dragon Lord - would drop dead right this instant.]
I'd preferred that over being carried like this!
[But even he has to suppress a chuckle at the whole "bridal style" since he's, well, Bakugo's bride for tonight.
Noticing that he's not carried towards the bed, Reno frowns, wondering what Bakugo plans to do.]

Where the fuck are you taking me?

[This is an R rated porno. No one will be shocked to hear some foul language that's not exclusively dirty talk, right?]

[keyeju]

[ The comment about needing three or more gets a dismissive wave from Gen, who is not entirely sure just how thoroughly this guy wants to wrap himself up, but-- ]

You're a big guy, but you're not that big. Get one king or queen sized sheet, and you'll be golden.

[ Even if he is apparently planning on literally refashioning them into actual clothing. His eyes scan over the racks of mostly revealing clothing on display right now, and lets out a soft, dismissive huff of laughter. ]

Hit up the clinic for that last one. The probably deal with people cracking themselves open from time to time, so I'm sure they've got something on hand for sutures. As for the sheets, you're better off raiding one of the supply closets than you are this place.

[maladie]

I don't believe I subscribe to body painting as a kink either, but I'm sure it gets someone going.
There are plenty of ways a paintbrush can be used to bring pleasure, but I don't know if the application of paint is one of those things for me.

Did you like it? And were you the painter or the paintee?

iii. . .

[survivaltricks]

[if Yu isn't jazzed to be here, than Akira is even less excited, because teacher-student roleplay is so not his thing. he also thought he had managed to escape most of this film nonsense!! being delegated to assistant duty was more than enough Hollywood for him! but no. a casting director finally seems to think they found their star in this otherwise perfectly average joe. and thus. . .]

[well]

[Akira is here, dressed in a white button up with a yellow-and-black striped tie and khaki slacks. he still wears his normal pair of fashion glasses, but today. . . he also sports a very fake mustache. this is comedy. this is ridiculous]

[and the moment he enters the set to see his "student" seated on top of one of the desks. . . he knows what he must do. the script the director had given him earlier? clear out the window. he isn't even touching it now!! if he has to be here, acting in some dumb movie he doesn't even want to be in, then he is making it his own!]

Ah. Good. [EQUALLY AS DEADPAN as he meanders towards the chalkoard] Because I have just the assignment for you.

[and on said chalkboard. . . he writes a very simple equation: 2 + 2 = ?]

[wingbeats]

( getian’s mien of cool, cautious observation cracks open into open fascination when fleki conjures the familiar out of thin air. in his mind, this makes her an arcanist—he has seen several with arcane skills that allow them to create or animate familiars, though he is used to them being something like jiu niangzi and her wooden puppets. it has always seemed more common for arcanists to find or create objects with which they imbued their skill, giving them movement and limited thought. to create something from nothing… it is not unheard of, but it is certainly far rarer (and, to him, more impressive) than what he’s seen before.

though… even after she makes it—a large, black bird which he assumed was a raven—it doesn’t move from where it perches on her arm. strange. is that the consequence for conjuring a familiar from nothing? that one crafted can move, but one created cannot? surely not… there wouldn’t be much use for them, if that were the case…

consternation crosses over getian’s face like clouds across the sun at her reply. he would bristle at being called a “monster,” though it wouldn’t be the first (and certainly not the last) time that a mortal would hurl such a word at one of his kind.

all in all, her assumptions are completely off. this, he’s gotten used to. when he’d left his mountain, there had been some who knew stories of miemeng birds, but since being removed from his time, that recognition has dwindled to nothing at all. he is accustomed to being a unique oddity among strangers. but he will set the record straight. )

If you would call me a “monster,” that would be your own prerogative. But I was not created by arcane skill the same way that bird on your arm was, and I have no “Master.”

You can call me Getian, and that is what I am. Though, humans have called us “miemeng birds.”

( the moniker does not bother him. it is like a word in another language—different sounds, yet they create the same musical note, the same meaning. still, “getian” is the surname by which all of his people referred to themselves, and it is how he prefers most call him. it makes him feel close to them still, even if he knows where all their bones were interred (assuming it had not been washed away in the “Storm”). )

You can leave if you wish. ( he lifts his wings towards his face; with the rounded peaks of his “wrists” held near his face, the gesture looks rather shy. ) I have no desire to harm you.

[theflashyfool]

Well--

The good news is? If there's any place to start over, this place is probably good for it. Tons of people who won't even recognize you, new things to explore.

Do you want to keep going with the music, then?

[nintendog]

( please excuse her while she stares for a good moment or two. she's trying to decide on how she wants to proceed from here. the smile's cute and all, but he sure is saying something real outrageous while doing it!!

so she opts to jab a finger at the center of his chest. a few times, even. )

Your fees are worse than the Moneygrubber's.

( ...... their informant. it's also not what she usually calls him. but it seems apt at the moment. )

At least he gives discounts to cute girls.

( like she knows pretty girl privilege doesn't always work, but goodness! )

Even starring in one of those movies of theirs can't possibly cover that!

( extortion!!!!! )

[tekkenseisai]

[ It's definitely a comfort, and she lays a hand over his in response. ]

When I first heard that people could be trapped here for months on end, I was terrified. All I could think about is what might happen to Sis, and you, and all of our friends, and how powerless I would be to avert any of it ...

[ Her hand squeezes his. ]

Knowing that it's possible to return to the exact moment you were taken from is comforting, but that only means so much when it requires me to put my faith in the same people who abducted me in the first place.

[ A bit of anger creeps into her voice as she says that ... and why shouldn't it? Even if complying, at least temporarily, was the smart move to gain information that she can use to formulate a strategy, leaving her fate in the hands of whatever force is behind this Resort feels like the sort of compromise she swore that she'd never make again when she awakened her Persona. All the worse, that same "choice" was being forced upon the people she cared about most as well. ]

[broca]

[ The doubt is warranted. It has not been Broca's powers of seduction that have gotten people to agree to hop into bed with him. If anything, it's really been despite all of his "charms" that people have agreed to these trysts.

This is the script he was given though, and this is the script he's trying so hard to read verbatim, even if the other man is throwing him off by going off it himself. A loud sigh from the other end gives away how much he's enjoying this having to improvise number. ]

Sure. Probably.

[ There's probably a line in there somewhere about how the sinful nature of it was what was so titillating, and he couldn't stop himself, but he's not going to try to find it at this point. The script gets rolled up into a tube, and lightly tapped on his knee in a way that echoes in the small confessional. ]