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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

ferdinand von aegir | fire emblem: three houses | new character/player

[nobiliteatime]

[ WELCOME TO THE LOT ]

[ He had been rather disoriented at first, but the new arrival who'd burst out of the room in his trailer wearing naught but a close-fitting silk robe had, despite his misgivings, settled down fairly quickly after introductions had been made. It was fundamentally important, of course, that he maintain his composure even in the most unusual of circumstances, even if those circumstances included waking up in a strange place while humanoid figures with the heads of birds stood guard outside this unusual carriage.

He's already taken to scouting the cabinets, and it hasn't taken him long to familiarize himself with the kitchen features of the trailer, such as it is. He's even located some cups, saucers, and a kettle. He's even figured out how to use the stove after some trial, error, and nearly catching his own robe on fire in the process. Now, either because he wants to be a gracious trailermate or because he needs to calm his nerves, he's getting ready to make some tea. Probably both. ]

I would have preferred loose leaves, but at least these "teabags" are labeled. The spelling leaves much to be desired, however. There is only one s in "Jasmine."

[ The gentle aroma of a breakfast tea fills the trailer. With a polite smile, he turns to whoever has the fortune(?) of sharing a trailer with him. Ever the image of politeness, he presents a saucer with a full, steaming cup in one hand, and a tray with some sugar (that he liberated from its packet, because how tacky of it not to come in cubes) and a spoon. ]

I hope this is to your liking. It seems like quite a bother just to make a simple pot of tea here.

[ ACTOR RESUME ]

[ Unbeknownst to Ferdinand, perhaps because it perceives his inexperience with any form of technology, the resident AI has already generated a profile for him. It's mostly accurate, though it's made a few inferences here and there... ]

FERDINAND

Height: 5'11" / 180 cm
Weight: 160 lb / 73 kg
Age: 24
Eye color: Soft orange/amber
Hair color: Soft orange

TYPECAST & SUITABLE ROLES

• Chivalrous knight
• Student with crush on teacher
• Gentlemanly love interest

KINKS & FETISHES

• Passionate women
• Risk of discovery
• Tea

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Quick learner
• Excellent at hugging
• Bad poetry

[ INDIE HITS (nsfw; aphro optional) ]

[ It was all quite overwhelming to wake up in a strange place filled with strange beings and told to do, frankly, strange things. All of Ferdinand's attempts to negotiate with the crew were stymied and had led to a series of misunderstandings. Ultimately, despite his best efforts, he'd been shuffled rather unceremoniously through both the costume department and the make-up department, all in order to prepare himself for his starring role: the male lead in Oral Examinations.

The elaborate school setting certainly isn't much like the schools that Ferdinand is used to, and he doesn't even get most of the references in the script. He's been outfitted with a varsity sports jacket, a nondescript t-shirt, a stylish pair of denim jeans that just so happen to accentuate this musculature of his legs and bottom while maintaining some flexibility, and athletic shoes.

It seems that the only way out of this predicament is to go through with this role, however. From what little he's been able to gather from the script, his role is that of a student falling behind on his grades, and that his attractive teacher is going to present him with a chance to bring those grades up. The very idea seems patently absurd to Ferdinand, and yet, though he keeps it to himself, there's also something intriguing about such an arrangement, loath though he is to admit it. He stands outside the door to the classroom, unsure just who will be waiting at the desk inside once the cameras start rolling.

What Ferdinand hasn't been told, of course, is that the set might have been laced with some subtle aphrodisiacs, all to help the actors overcome their performance anxiety. The teacher's coffee or the apple on their desk, for instance, or perhaps even the cosmetics that have been applied to one or both of the actors. The AI can edit out the clumsier moments, but the audience demands real passion! ]

Alright... here goes nothing, I suppose.

[ With a deep exhalation, he turns the doorknob to the classroom door, barging in. ]

Please, teacher! You have to let me retake that exam!

[ LORD OF THE WINGS ]

[ It was mostly curiosity that brought Ferdinand to this particular set, but as it turns out, a heroic nobleman has exactly the sort of look the directors are looking for to play a valiant hero. And while this studio certainly is no Mittelfrank Opera Company, there's a part of Ferdinand that almost enjoys the prospect of performing on stage. Perhaps that's why he's unable to bring himself to snap out of his role as the dashing elven Prince Farian, complete with prosthetic ears, a flowing, open-chested white robe with with elaborate golden embroidery, a simple pair of sandals, and a suitably majestic white steed.

Actually, it's the costume's influence. The compulsion that Ferdinand feels is to guide the new arrival through danger and to safety. ]

Hold, good traveler!

[ In one fluid movement, he dismounts from his steed, hair flowing gracefully in the wind as he lands on both feet. The animal immediately darts off to the horizon, as the story would simply be over too quickly if they were to ride it to their destination. ]

I am Prince Farian, guardian of these lands, now beguiled by great evil. You court great danger by coming here, but with my steady sword hand, I can guide you to your destination and keep you safe from danger.

[ It's quite an introduction, and looking at the young man, he looks almost pathetically sincere and bright-eyed. ]

[ WILDCARD ]

( please feel free to bring your own prompt, or reach out to me via PM/discord if you have me to discuss options! m/f is preferred for smut. )

aaaah! I can't do much until next week but we'll manage (lord of the wings)

[crestsidestory]

[ The petite figure before him wears armor -- much lighter than any she would gravitate toward at home -- and her face is largely obscured by a helm. When she recognizes Ferdinand she considers dropping this act entirely; this is not how she would prefer to encounter him here for the first time.

Or even the second.

But she stands her ground. Frankly she is actually interested in a significant payout right now and she certainly can't let it seem as though the sight of him chases her off. She lifts her helm up and off to reveal a long pale braid pinned in a crown around her head and a pair of determined lavender eyes. Her chin rises, proud and stubborn. Only two things she currently wears are her own: the small golden earring dangling from her right ear, half a golden sunburst, and the gold cuff that resembles a flowering vine hugging her left earlobe. ]

I am not unacquainted with danger, Prince Farian. I intend to face the greedy dragon plaguing both your fair lands and mine, and I will put an end to its demands.

[ This declaration is nothing if not a solemn promise. ]

slow and steady wins the race, or something like that

[nobiliteatime]

[ The very instant that a familiar face is revealed, there is a complicated feeling in Ferdinand's chest, as though his heart has just plummeted out of it. The part of him that isn't compelled to stay in-character is both heartened and horrified to see that Edelgard, Edelgard of all people, is here, subject to the same bizarre whims as he is. But that part of Ferdinand isn't in control right now, and whatever flash of recognition there is in his gaze — a soft expression of relief and worry, tangled into a single facial expression — lasts for only an instant. ]

Then you and I are of one mind. But bravery alone will only get you so far.

[ He strides closer, the light weight of his loose-fitting clothing causing it to billow in even this subtle breeze. Every step is quiet as the leather bottoms of his shin-high sandals touch the ground, as though he now possesses some sort of otherworldly, ethereal grace. ]

I would know the name of the one who promises to bring salvation, so that I may feel its sound upon my lips.

[ His tone is soft and intimate, as though there's more to the statement than just wanting to know her name. It's almost... flirtatious. ]

indie hits because ofc it is

[nevus]

[ given her extensive background in theater, manuela is no stranger to the concept of typecasting. it was easy enough to avoid as she was starting out, fresh-faced and versatile as she was. her talent and beauty spoke for themselves, opening opportunities for her that were both varied and creatively fulfilling. but as she grew older, the roles were far less diverse. more and more, she would find herself playing the matron, the mother, the nurse. always nurturing, always modest, always quiet. it was one of many reasons she knew her time on the stage was running out, and why she had been so quick to end it while she still had some roles worth her pride.

the "roles" for these hotel-ran productions weren't any better. and yet, there is still something oddly rewarding about being sought after. even if she were once again relegated to the role of a maternal figure, she wasn't intended to be in the background. she would be the star here, not just the support; rather, it was because of her age and her maturity that the audience would happily tune in... as demeaning as it might be to be slotted into a role that had once solidified her obsolescence, there is something just as empowering to realize the very things she'd learned to find shame in could be the very thing a certain audience might crave...

so of course she commits to the role. even if they've stuffed her into the tightest pencil skirt known to man, in stockings that end too low below the skirt's help, revealing the garters underneath. in a crisp white button-up shirt that makes little use of any of its buttons for all that her breasts threaten to spill right out of it. no, manuela is determined to thrive here. so when that door slams open, and her scene partner barges in, she is ready with a return, voice firm and swift. ]

I don't want to hear it. [ hands slam down over the spread of papers on her desk. she rises to her feet, perfectly embodying the harried but strict instructor she's meant to be. ] You might be a star on the field, but in my classroom you're just another—

[ she stops short, her mind finally registering the familiar waves of orange hair tumbling over broad shoulders. and just like that, manuela is immediately pulled from the moment, several of her realities crashing in on her like a flood. ]

...Ferdinand?

(heavy breathing)

[nobiliteatime]

[ In a strange, new place full of strange, new people, Ferdinand had not been prepared for the prospect of running into someone he knew. No, not just knew. The woman who stands up at the desk is one of the people who's had the most profound impact on the trajectory of his life, all before she even knew he existed or, frankly, had any reason to.

Ferdinand isn't one to be left speechless easily, but the surprise of seeing Manuela there certainly leaves him at a loss for words. A million thoughts rush through his mind at once, ranging from concern that his hero — his princess, as he so often puts it — is in the same situation that he is to a flicker of excitement. That feeling twists in his chest as though someone has grabbed his heart and yanked it around, and it takes him a second to recover as a soft blush spreads across his cheeks. And that outfit? Well, it certainly doesn't make it any easier for him to form words, though it does make him form quite a few thoughts. ]

M-Manuela...

[ Picking up on the awkwardness without necessarily knowing its cause, the lone crewmember looks up from his donut, as though to remind Ferdinand that the cameras are indeed rolling.

There is so much that he wants to say to her, so much that he wants to check on to make sure that she's okay. He wants to tell her how much of a relief it is to see her, but how he wishes it were under any other circumstance. But sharing a stage with her, even in a scenario like this? It's too much of a dream come true for him to allow himself such impulses right away. No, if he's going to be starring with her, he needs to throw himself utterly into his role. ]

There must be something I can do. I'm willing to put in the work... but I just have to pass this class.

[ He closes the door behind him, stepping closer to the desk. His gaze flits to her soft, lovely features, but he can't hide the way it wanders downward. If they wanted to ensure he'd have real passion for his co-star, then they certainly chose well. ]

[nevus]

[ shamefully, he slips back into his role with far more ease than manuela. the older of the pair cannot even so much as wipe the surprise from her face as the younger steps nearer, the cameraman's quiet warning completely ignored. too caught up in the conflux of emotions the shock of his presence invokes in her, manuela can do little to hide the way her honey-colored eyes almost well up with tears.

does he know? does he know how greedily she clung to the refuge of this awful place, all for the chance of forgetting about a war he himself was fighting so diligently in. when she speaks his name again, it's with the same softness she had the last time they parted (exactly a month before she had found herself here, now almost three in total). ]

Ferdinand...

[ from his seat no more than ten feet away from the pair, that crewmember sputters out a low sound — something meant to sound like a clearing of his throat, but the donut crumbs make it far clumsier than intended.

it's enough to remind manuela where she is though. or rather, what they're meant to be doing. and for all that she wishes to pull ferdinand aside and — what? explain herself? urge him to turn away? — she recalls she is here . and on the stage, she has always taken care to be a professional. one worthy of her achievements. ]

You're too late. I've already submitted your marks. Your coach will come for your jacket soon enough, so I'd suggest enjoying it while you still can.

[ there is a pause — one entirely made for dramatic effect, though if it also allowed her to steel herself for her next lines, no one would know but manuela herself. ]

...If only you had paid as much attention to my lessons like you do my body. [ now, her voice lowers into something less stern. something almost suggestive, if one were inclined to listen for it. ] You would have surely been my star pupil then.

[nobiliteatime]

[ This is hardly the sort of role that Ferdinand would dream of sharing with Manuela under normal circumstances. Yes, as a teenager, he dreamed of the day that he might share a dance with her, sing a duet with her, or even be so fortunate as to bask in her resplendent performance. But the reality of the situation does little to dim the starstruck glimmer in his eyes.

It's hard for Ferdinand to insert himself into the role of a struggling student, given how diligent of one he had been. But the role of a student falling for a teacher, for this teacher? That's infinitely easier for him to imagine. Perhaps it's silly of him — he had been told, after all, that the plot was merely a flimsy excuse to put two actors into an intimate situation — but he can't put his heart into it without some sort of connection. With Manuela, that wouldn't even remotely be a concern.

He swallows the nervous lump in his throat as he walks to her desk, trying to focus on the role at hand. Is her line an ad libbed response to set the scene? Or has she caught on to those little glances of his over the years? ]

Yours is the only class to give me this amount of trouble, and it has nothing to do with how you teach.

[ The knot in his chest grows a little tighter, and as he puts his hand on her desk, he finds himself drawing upon his own experiences. More specifically, his experiences with her. ]

I try to pay attention, but whenever I look at you, all I can think about... [ He takes in a quick breath to soothe his nerves. He has to bring himself to be a bit more suggestive than he would like, but that doesn't mean he isn't also being honest. ] All I can think about is how if I had to choose between giving my all on the field and giving it to you instead... I would throw away this jacket right now.

[ Yes, throw away the jacket. What sort of idiot student would choose some silly game over a woman like Manuela? In one swift movement, Ferdinand pulls the jacket off of his shoulders and throws it to the floor in a most dramatic fashion. It's meant to be a bold declaration, like the hero of an opera declaring his intention to marry the diva's character even despite the odds. But it's undercut somewhat by how tight the shirt underneath is, hugging every last muscle on Ferdinand's chest and stomach and leaving precious little to the imagination.

The editors will probably have to cut out the sound of a crewmember nearly choking on donut crumbs. ]

[nevus]

[ let's have one thing straight here: manuela is, and has always been, a consummate professional. she did not reach her level of stardom and notoriety simply for her looks; for as much as she sparkled, she had the talent, both raw and meticulously honed, to back up every accolade she ever received.

a role like this, however embarrassing in its implication, is so easy it's laughable. it should have been a breeze.

but just as she was recovering from the curveball of finding a familiar face as her unwitting scene partner, he delivers her another one with a performance so earnest it honestly has manuela second-guessing who the seasoned actor was between the two of them.

the editors will find they'll have a lot more work to do to trim this scene into something properly presentable, because once again manuela is left mildly speechless, lapsing into a silence far too long to be appropriate for the scene. the way she briefly glances towards the cameraman, as if seeking his help to determine how to navigate such a declaration, will most definitely have to be cut out too. ]

Y-es, well...

[ she swallows thickly. bold declaration aside, the sight of the young man in so little clothing (she is far too used to seeing him done up like the noble he is; even during the war, he had taken pains to still look his very best, and that most certainly involved far more layers than this) that were as flattering to his musculature as it was distracting to her senses. ]

All the same. [ eventually, thankfully, she finds her footing again. she readjusts her position, lifting her arms to cross under her busy in an effort to look unyielding... while also purposefully drawing attention to the way her lacy bra can be seen under the open collar of her shirt. ] It's easy to say these things. It's another thing to truly mean them.

[ this is the part where she is meant to be so suggestive, so brazen, there would be no room left for confusion. grope at her breasts, pull up her skirt, tell him to undo his pants and draw out his cock, anything like that. the scene isn't meant to be a complicated thing; the premise is merely here for a backdrop, not actual motivation. the fucking was the focus here.

and yet...

and yet. there is a small, greedy part of manuela that thinks, now that she's got him here... not that she's got anyone here, clearly ready to spill sonnets (however bad at poetry he might actually be) about their devotion, how could she resist? yes, it's all just for a scene... but even actors can let themselves get lost in the illusions. ]

Why don't you tell me... exactly how you would give me your all.

[nobiliteatime]

[ That pregnant pause, the moment that hangs between them, makes Ferdinand think he's done something wrong at first. It's unthinkable to him that he could make Manuela — Manuela, of all people — even the slightest bit nervous, so the thought doesn't even cross his mind. Clearly, she's trying to figure out how to handle his amateurish acting.

That moment of hesitation, however, proves to be rife with distraction for him. She shifts in her seat, graceful and composed despite it all. Each movement draws his gaze to her legs or her chest while every word she says draws it right back to her lips. His heart races with anticipation, unsure how she'll respond.

And respond she does, with a challenge that makes his heart skip a beat. His words have a history of being clumsy and making the wrong point, all because he tries to be too clever with them. And the character he's playing is supposed to be a bit on the less thoughtful side. So, surely that means he should just speak plainly, yes? ]

I... think I have a few ideas.

[ There's a brief moment of hesitation, and Ferdinand's gaze darts toward the camera, as though hoping for some divine intervention, for the goddess to grant him the wisdom to find the right words and the courage to say them. But as his focus turns back to her, he finds himself drawn to every inch of her, and a hunger starts to build not in his belly, but somewhere much lower. ]

If you can give me some private lessons, then... I could show you what I've learned, every day after class.

[ He swallows hard, stepping closer. He almost feels ashamed of the way the fabric of his pants has started to tent, making it obvious that he's already starting to have a physical reaction to the mere premise, but he pushes the thought from his mind. Perhaps if he doesn't think about it, neither will she. ]

And we could keep going... until you are satisfied.

[ Oh, how his cheeks burn from his own words. Still, he tries to keep his gaze warm and gentle, hoping that Manuela doesn't think less of him for being so... so rakish. The doubt is enough that he's able to bring himself to break character for a second. ]

Is... is that alright, Manuela?

[nevus]

[ that small moment there — where he drops character, thereby shattering the illusion outright — somehow it does little to ruin that faint flutter of hope beating away in manuela's chest. it should have, because what delusion can she cling to if he doesn't keep up the farce, but instead she finds her anticipation spike with promise.

this is ferdinand the person, not ferdinand the character, asking her if she would be alright with moving forward with this. the scene, what's expected of them, and all that that implies. he is asking her, too, for the chance to satisfy her, perhaps even in ways neither of them have fully thought out just yet. but he is asking. and somehow that alone is enough to reassure manuela that this thing that had felt so tenuous and wrong and risky... might not be quite as complicated as it has to be after all.

and when she thinks of it like that, how could she possibly resist? ]

...Yes, Ferdinand. I think that will do just fine.

[ they were definitely given fake names to use, but truthfully the script had all been tossed out the window the second they recognized each other.

but just like that, something between them shifts. two jagged pieces of a larger puzzle slot a little more easily — if somewhat clumsily — together, and something tentative but promising begins to blossom in the little crevices still left to be filled. an understanding, perhaps, that whatever happens next is something welcomed by both parties involved. and that maybe that's all they need for now.

and so manuela settles herself back into her chair, allowing herself to slip back into the character of teacher slash vixen. slowly, she draws one leg up over the other. it is a gesture meant to draw one's eye to the slope of that thigh, and make it notice how her skirt slips up a few inches higher to reveal even more skin. at the same time, the movement is for manuela's own benefit, allowing her to clench her thighs together in a bid for some relief; already, the anticipation has got her nerves feeling tight in all the best ways. ]

We can start now.

[ she makes a point of drawing her gaze down over his body, so wonderfully displayed for her like a prettily packaged treat, and lets her eyes linger on the beginnings of a bulge at the front of his pants. ]

Why don't you tell me what you'd like to learn first?

[nobiliteatime]

[ Ever the hopeless romantic, Ferdinand has always envisioned that his first time being physically intimate with a woman would be more than just some dalliance. No, he's always hoped that it would be with someone special, someone he had some genuine connection with. And while he's not so prudish to have expected or even wanted that it would be some ritualistic consummation on his wedding night, the thought of it being with someone he'd never met had disheartened him a fair amount when he'd heard just what would be expected of him for this scene.

But that was before he'd realized just who his scene partner would be. Manuela is special to him. Not just as the songstress he admired from afar and who inspired him to pick up his first weapon, but as a professor, a healer, and a comrade. He almost feels guilty for it, but he's positively excited at the prospect. And though he wishes the circumstances were different, he can't imagine a better person to play the role of the teacher he lusts after than, well, her. There's certainly more to it than lust, of course, but that just makes it even easier for him.

His lips curl into a small, warm smile, another little moment of breaking character that will stay between just the two of them. He feels warmth spread across his cheeks as her eyes move along him, and a quaint thought occurs to him, one he dared never imagine during their time together at the monastery: does she find him attractive? He doesn't lack confidence, but it certainly flatters him all the same. ]

I need to start at the beginning. [ His gaze leaves her eyes to wander down to her crossed legs, and he feels within himself a hunger stronger than any he's ever felt. ] I want to learn where you like to be touched, and how to touch you.

[ With a swell of confidence that exceeds the tight nervousness in his chest, he closes the distance between them. He reaches out to brush the backs of his fingers across her cheeks in what is, contrary to the type of scene they're supposed to be doing, a very tender gesture. It's one he doesn't do for the cameras, but for her.

The script, such as it is, hints that he should be pleasuring her with his mouth, and he certainly does find that prospect enticing. But his inexperience isn't just an act, and even more importantly than that, he doesn't want to sully this opportunity by jumping straight into things. This is Manuela. He wants to savor every moment of this, because it's going to be something he remembers for the rest of his life. ]

[nevus]

[ does the camera even exist for ferdinand right now? it might not as well have, for all that he gazes upon her and touches her like something precious and treasured. perhaps if that lone cameraman were more keen or inclined to do great work, he might have stopped the production long enough to remind the hapless romantic that they are not, in fact, filming some grand love story that necessitated such tenderness... but as it stands the man seems far more more content to finish off his donut now that the pair have more or less regained their footing.

all for the best, really, because it allows them the freedom they need to carry on without any further hitches. the eventual audience of their film (now isn't that a dizzying thought?) might not appreciate the warmth growing between them; they might instead wonder over the lack of primal heat — but all things in due time, right? ferdinand plays the naive but eager role of a lust-struck young man so well, manuela feels compelled to make sure she doesn't rush him into anything he wouldn't enjoy or be prepared for.

so at the touch on her cheek, she lets her head cant towards it, letting him caress the soft skin there however he'd like. her eyes take on a similar softness as his own gaze, but there is an underlying heat beneath the honey, making them a little molten. after all, patience doesn't have to mean platonic. ]

If you wish to know, I could easily tell you.

[ nor does it mean she won't stop from being coy. ]

If you wish to learn...

[ she lifts her own hand to take his, and guide it down the exposed expanse of her throat, over her clavicle, before finally letting it settle right at the valley between her breasts. ]

Then you had best get to investigating, don't you think?

[ learning, after all, is all about trial and error. ]

[nobiliteatime]

[ Ferdinand has no concept of film editing, nor does he have much of an understanding why someone would want to watch two people they have no investment in have sex. He's always been a hopeless romantic like that, as even as he acknowledged that he might have to accept an arranged marriage one day — something that has, thankfully, not come to pass — he's always viewed physical intimacy and emotional intimacy as equal partners, not things that he can easily separate. Suffice it to say, a lot of this is probably going to end up on the cutting room floor, but to Ferdinand, it's perfect.

He watches with red cheeks, bated breath, and an astonished, reverent gaze as she brings his hand to her throat and then guides it downward. Every inch that his fingers brush against, he maps to his memory.

To think, he'd been utterly dreading this before he realized it was her. ]

I see.

[ Two words, but there's a quiet awe in his voice that speaks volumes. He lowers his gaze to her chest, admiring the heavy lifting her blouse is doing to keep her breasts contained. The outfit looks good on her, in a way that fuels the hunger he feels and makes him ache and swell for her.

His hand moves, curling over a full breast and cupping it in his palm. While his touch is initially light and curious, that quickly gives way to an eagerness tempered only by his desire to do things right, and he begins to knead with his palm. His eyes slowly drift back up to her beautiful eyes and meeting that sweet yet alluring glimmer — perhaps the most seductive asset she has, which is saying quite a bit. ]

All I have had to go on so far is my imagination... but I have done a lot of imagining.

[ The confession is accompanied by his other hand moving to grope the other breast, not wanting to leave any part of her neglected if he has anything to say about it. The presence of fabric in the way does stymie him a bit, but as he lowers himself down onto his knees before her — no need to make her stand up — he takes the opportunity to lean in and press his lips to a part of her that isn't still clothed. Several soft kisses are pressed to the corner of her jaw, followed by a lower, firmer one down the side of her throat. All the while, his breath is warm on her skin, the very core of his chest fluttering with nervous excitement. ]

Actor Resume

[redfortune]

OK, but why is tea fetish?

[nobiliteatime]

[ Some patience is required as Ferdinand tries to figure out how to use the messaging board. They just have ink and quills where he's from, maybe movable type. ]

I promise that I did not write that. My love of tea is purely platonic.

[redfortune]

[ Well, she can wait. She's not doing much, after all... ]

I know the feeling.

Still, must be some love of tea for them to throw it on there.

[nobiliteatime]

Tea is many things for me. I can enjoy it to relax by myself, or I can share it with others. No matter how hard a day has been, I can always look forward to enjoying it.




I still would not say that I have a "fetish" for it.

[redfortune]

Yeah, that's fair enough. I tend to have a fondness for coffee but tea isn't bad.

Now I wonder what a tea fetish would even look like.

[nobiliteatime]

I must confess that coffee and I have not always seen eye to eye. But I did discover that, on occasion and when brewed just right, it can be pleasurable.

But I would prefer not to think of either beverage as bringing someone that particular type of enjoyment.

[redfortune]

Hard to imagine how that'd work.

Then again, people are strange. I've learned way more about that then I ever wanted to after I arrived here.

[nobiliteatime]

I would not dare to ask for specifics, but I can only imagine. I do not judge anyone, of course. Humanity has a long and storied history of seeking intimacy in unconventional ways, or so I hear.

[redfortune]

Yeah I hear that too. Didn't think I'd ever see it until I ended up in this stupid place, though.

It's never-ending. Just when you think you can relax a little something else pops up.

[nobiliteatime]

Have you been here long? Even in the short time I have been here so far, I have already learned things I have no business knowing.

dj we need more indie hits pls

[towerkeep]

[ In the short time since G'raha has found himself quickly learning that it's best to play along with whatever the House desires, even if it means something as odd as this. However, for all of his decades previously spent hiding his identity, he's not much of an actor. He's tried and failed at a few other roles, but this one he feels slightly more confident in.

Slightly.

He'd never seen any of his teachers at the Studium as more than mentors at best; obstacles to his pursuit of ancient magical knowledge at worst.

But this isn't Sharlayan. His Archon marks are covered up with a heavy amount of makeup that he can already feel the aphrodisiacs in, he lifts his ruby gaze and arches a brow at his co-star. ]

Have to? Do explain.

[ He adjusts the costume glasses on the bridge of his nose, feline ears lowering slightly against his head, defensive without outright crossing his arms. ]

time to bring the awkward

[nobiliteatime]

[ To Ferdinand, the very idea of physical intimacy without some established emotional connection is a bit cold for his tastes. The House, of course, was keen to try to push him in other directions, throwing no end of incentives his way to try to grease the proverbial wheels.

Acting? That's something Ferdinand can do, even if his idea of it is a bit dramatic and over the top for some people's tastes. The actors he's seen, of course, were stars of the opera stage, bold and colorful personalities. There is no subtlety on an opera stage, save for the nuance of a vocal performance.

He walks a fine line, playing the part despite his preferences. The House had chosen well in ensuring that his first role had been against someone who had actually been his teacher at some point, but now, he had been informed that his scene partner would be someone different, someone he had never met. Someone who, like

There's no need to go all the way. You have hands, don't you?

It's with that in mind that he enters the set. And nervous though he is, he's putting on a brave front. ]

If I cannot bring my grade up before next week, then I will be ineligible for the feetball—

[ There is a throat clearing sound from off stage. They've been over this. ]

—football game. I know that my grades started off poor, but I put in a lot of effort to bring them up, only to ruin it at the last moment.

[ He straightens up, furrowing his brow. He's always been a good student, so pretending to be anything but is a bit of a stretch for him, but he's trying. ]

I only need one chance. Please, I beg of you.