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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

[notscar]

Nope. Don't know any other Natoris. You'd be the first.

[ does that make him lucky or unlucky? he's not sure yet. the only exorcist he knows is a pain in the ass. maybe natori will end up being one too but in a different way, one that will be sure to frustrate him more than anything else. or maybe he'll be helpful? less of a challenge to understand? then again, who's to say they're all just like this and leona's going to be in double trouble. maybe they hate each other. the dynamics could be interesting, that's for sure... ]

And I'm Leona.

[ there. they know each other's names! how nice for both of them to have met. brings a smile to the lion's face. or maybe it's something else: ]

So. You know a Matoba?

[rhapsodical]

there's really no better way than killing everyone?
why would anyone even want to be a mage if everyone else just wants to kill you

[intertwinedfates]

nah, I gotcha. that makes perfect sense to me. archery though, huh? I use a bow sometimes, myself

yeah, that stands to reason. I get the feeling power plays a huge part of this place, what with the suits and such influencing how they treat everyone. I'm not keen on discriminating like that, but I at least understand how it functions

[It's certainly better than some of the arbitrary reasons humans tend to sort themselves into obscure and confusing groups. He can also understand a more business-like mindset; gods model themselves after the humans who create them, so capitalism isn't a mystery.]

hey, absolutely! if you ever need a hand, feel free to hit me up! I'd be happy to do you a favor in return, if it's within my ability to. especially if you keep it up with the -sama, hehe~☆

[Respectfulness and praise go a long way to feeding a god's ego, after all.]

[paperpusher]

Not at all! I don't have many friends who are girls either ✨ [so there, dumbass]

[paperpusher]

Haha, that's not surprising. I'm currently the only member of the Natori clan, you see. [He'd normally throw in some sort of flirty quip about being one-of-a-kind, but he's not quite in the mood for it. And that's even before Leona keeps talking.

Natori truly wasn't expecting to hear Matoba's name, so Leona gets the reaction he's digging for, slight as it is: a brief, involuntary widening of his eyes, followed by a more purposeful lift of his eyebrows to invite more. Okay. So he was extremely wrong when he thought the chances that he and Leona had mutual acquaintances were low.]

I know several Matobas. [And man, what does it say that Seiji isn't the worst one who could end up here...? She wouldn't have introduced herself as a Matoba, though. Natori supposes it could always be one of the dozens of other members of the clan, but he's starting to get a very bad feeling about this. He keeps his voice matter-of-fact, regardless.] So you might have to be more specific.

[pyrolyzed]

[ HELLO??? ]

are you bragging that you don't have any friends

[menhulu]

[ dan heng nods. ]

Yes, my clothing is in the dressing room.

[ a gesture of his hand, and he leads the way indeed, back into the small, cramped room tight with costumes and mirrors, but it's more than big enough for their needs. once inside, he pulls his long hair over one shoulder to keep it out of the way, revealing the ties and laces at the back of his negligee. ]

I don't recognize you - have you arrived recently?

[ not that dan heng personally knows everyone in the resort, but he does often see the same familiar faces around, even if he cannot put names to them all. ]

[worldbent]

Haha, fair enough.

[Behind his loosened kimono, Matoba hooks his thumbs into and rolls down his boxer-briefs from his hips, letting them drop, with the sway of robes over the edges of his shoulders giving peeks and glances tempting the goal Xue Yang desires behind them. A sliver of thigh, a glimpse of naked chest.]

This eyepatch, [He enunciates clearly, raising fingertips to the edges of the paper spell that covered his right eye behind his bangs. It crinkles lightly beneath them, and as casually as he speaks, Matoba is watching for any sign of recognition or balking from Xue Yang at the sight of the repellent ward spell written over it.] Do not make any attempts to touch, or remove it.

[His voice then lowers to an intimate tone, stopped just before Xue Yang's bent-over form with the edges of his clothes nearly brushing. Close enough for scent to raise to the other man, close enough to be tempting him like a steak before a starving dog. Confidence, unspoken, that he could handle the man, should he be displeased with the outcome.] ...Is that acceptable for you?

[paperpusher]

It seems like you think everything I say is bragging? It's just the truth.

[menhulu]

[ his scales are soft and smooth indeed, similar to that of a snake - not sticky or slimy, but almost silky in texture, tight to the hard muscle of his tail. the light brush of caleb's fingertips is almost a tease, making his vellus hairs stand on end, the tips of his tapered ears flushing a warm pink.

their eyes meet in the mirror, and dan heng smiles in his quiet, muted sort of way, but it is a smile nonetheless. ]

Yes and no. I was curious to see how dragons are represented and interpreted in various media, but in the end I stayed for the relationship between the three.

[ the soft, slimsy fabric falls away from his body now, pooling at his feet, and dan heng sighs in relief. thankfully there's not much else to worry about - his stockings and garter belt, and the gauzy panties beneath that, curiously enough, seem too flat to hide a cock beneath them. dragon anatomy.. ]

Polyamorous relationships can be difficult to navigate, both in fiction and reality, but I think the text handled it well.

[ecocentric]

Show off my what? [Eyes wide, Barret gawks at Vincent like he's grown a second head or perhaps transformed into a large werewolf-like creature, maybe — then he remembers, oh. The bubble pipe... he totally didn't think this was a double entendre, or anything.] Oh, r-right. [Clearing his throat...

He continues, with his usual bluster.] Naw, we're just gonna bumrush 'em! It'll be a piece of cake! Besides, the others are here — Tifa, Aerith, Cloud. We ought to regroup. Figure out a plan to bust out of here for good. That's the idea, Mr. Doom and Gloom.

So whaddya say? You with me? [He pumps his fist! Let's go, fight, win!]

[softstoneheart]

[ She gets it. Just because they're sparkling on camera or on a stage doesn't mean that entertainers don't work hard. Hiyori, Astra and Robin all give their all to creating unforgettable memories for their fans, and that's worthy of respect.

The challenge is the acting part: most people enjoy when things go their way, but being bratty about it? ]

So, got any tips for being in character?

[menhulu]

[ someone who could handle a sword.. dan heng is not certain whether or not that is a euphemism, finds that he doesn't entirely want to know. for some reason, imagining this man fucking other people makes his stomach tighten with discomfort, and a small, worrying sliver of envy. despite the nature of their relationship, dan heng cannot deny that blade is attractive, handsome and strong in all the ways that dan heng likes, and as he feels the touch of his warm hands and thinks about the others they must have touched, he cannot help but to wonder what it would be like to feel them on his skin. smoothing down his body. grasping. pulling.

the top part of his negligee falls away, the kiss of moving fabric against his skin prompting a shiver - though he'd been satisfied by the filming, he still feels warm and stimulated. but perhaps it is only because this is blade, and the secret of yingxing and dan feng's relationship has come fully to light. there was so much passion in that kiss, so much deep, unfettered love..

he snaps back to reality at the bite of blade's tone. dan heng frowns. ]

If I did?

[ he says coolly, despite the flush rising on his fair skin, despite the way his heart flutters against his ribs at every touch. one by one, the hook and eye clasps give way as blade undoes them, the sensation of his knuckles brushing dan heng's skin making his body feel tight all over. ]

I wouldn't think you'd spare a single thought for my enjoyment.

[pyrolyzed]

that's not the sort of thing most people would talk about as "just the truth"
what
are you one of those hipster loners
who thinks it's cool that you don't have friends

[dudevorce]

[ Suits, huh... As much as they would be much more suited to his body type, Haru just can't see himself reaching for them unless he has to. He's worn plenty sure, but mostly for work, and not by first choice. They just don't feel like him. He certainly can't imagine Texas in some of his pinker, daintier dresses. ]

We'd probs look great together on a fancy night out.

[ Him in an elegant dress, her in a striking tuxedo. Maybe he'll tie his hair up in pucca buns like ears...

He sponges the next colour onto her face, lost in thought. It's bright orange, but he has a vision. ]

Wanna go on a date some time? Don't say no, I've already got our outfits planned out in my head.

[tohell]

You speak with the confidence of someone who's come close to achieving those goals. [ There's a question implied by those words, as to whether she has or not. Behind them, J waits for an affirmation. ]

[aureliasharr]

What is yet outside my grasp is but a fraction of what lies within it.

[He can read into that whatever he likes.]

[dudevorce]

[ Jotting down in his mental notebook "into begging (?)", a theory to test out much later, when Haru isn't trying his best (or not really trying at all because he's just kind of like that) to act like an incubus.

He settles back to his feet, fixing his shirt back into place after it was so rudely messed up. ]

Yes, sir.

[ Still, he gets a loyal henchman vibe from Broca that he definitely plans to exploit somehow, he just has to figure out how to wiggle his way in.

Finished setting up it seems, the Director calls for both of them, gesturing to the front of the church. ]

That's our cue, slutty priest. For the record, you can do what you want to me, but if you hurt me, I'm out. I'm not into any of that.

[aureliasharr]

[Aurelia considers her ‘captive’ with a thoughtful gaze, while behind her a shadow tendril reaches out towards one of the camera’s and knocks it over. Buying them a few more minute to discuss as the crew rushes to right it and double check that everything is ok.]

I am ready to play my part, I’ve been… where you’ve been, in much less friendly circumstances. So I know what to do with this role, but… if you want to stop. I will not force you to continue. Should the director seek to do so…

[Aurelia’s expression darkens, and the glow of her eyes intensify as they drift over towards the director standing around impatiently.]

I will discuss the matter with her myself.

Re: Short Film | Corporate Carnality

[aureliasharr]

[Aurelia steps around to Topaz’s side of the desk, looking at the gap with confusion, she mimes looking between it and Topaz several times, as though questioning. Before with a resigned slump of her shoulders she kneels in the space Topaz provided… at her feet.]

Please, tell me what to do…

[ideates]

[ both of the times they've met so far have been somewhat unusual circumstances, so blade has no reason to believe that fuuta is usually badly behaved... he just thinks that he's like this all the time. at least he's standing still and letting blade fix the issues with his armor, and at least he's talking, which is nice, and helps blade not think too much about previous times he's done this. ]

A sport. [ how would that even be scored? for hitting someone else with your blade? they probably don't fight with live steel, blade figures, but the rest of it evades him. people in the xianzhou alliance learned swordplay for practical reasons, not for athletics.

having done what he can to fix fuuta's too-big armor, blade takes a step back and then crosses his arms across his chest as he considers the question. he's not so good at deciding whether someone is earnest or not based only on tone of voice, but even the way fuuta explains it does sound like it's something he actually wants to learn, even if there's a more immediate practical benefit to the instruction.

after a long pause, blade says, ] ...Okay.

[ he unsheathes his sword again. even if the edge is dull, the ring of steel is familiar, settling in a way. he holds his up, gripping it expertly, and gestures for fuuta to imitate so blade can teach him the proper way to hold a sword of that size in the first place. ]

[paperpusher]

Wouldn't it be sadder to lie about it? Unfortunately, the truth is that I'm too busy with my career to have much time to socialize, as much as I may wish otherwise ✨ But I have some very lovely colleagues, so it's not their fault that we haven't deepened our relationships!

[paperpusher]

Haha, the truth is that no one knows. I can't remember a time when it wasn't somewhere on my body. Kinda creepy, right? [he says cheerfully, as if this hasn't driven him crazy since childhood once he realized that it wasn't going to leave on its own. The lizard shifts a little higher up towards his cheekbones before it settles down again.] It's not usually visible to normal people, but, well. This place is a little unusual, so that fits.

[towerkeep]

It does, but it still achieves this place's goals in some way.

[pyrolyzed]

[ Fuuta, of course, reacts to all the tugging and poking with the grace of a chihuahua snapping its teeth at a bee. The tug at his sleeve earns a grunt and a jerk of his arm back, while the poke at his back as him straightening up with a reluctant, affronted huff; too bad his habitual slouching habit means he's going to slowly crumble back down to light shrimping over the course of their conversation. ]

I-it's not shapeless?!

[ Sidling back a half-step as he grips at the floppy sleeve of his hoodie in clearly defensive fashion. ]

It's made to be oversized. This kind of stuff works better for guys if they're not ... [ big and buff. ] It's supposed to be like that, alright?! I know what I'm doing.

[ Or at least, he thought he did! He's getting obviously self-conscious now that Zeta's tearing him a new one, and sneaks a glance down at himself with lips pursed and brow scrunched up. He's pretty sure dressing like this is the best way he's found to look decent, but now ... Though Fuuta does give an exasperated groan as he's tugged along towards the clothing racks, it's telling that he doesn't actually try to pull away this time. ]

I swear, if you're just saying that 'cause you want me to wear something stupid so you can laugh …