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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

[intertwinedfates]

In hindsight, yeah, I think you're right. Too late now, though.

[It's probably already apparent that Yato is new here, given his extreme discomfort and failure to realize that the outfits might play tricks on anyone wearing them, but he tries to explain anyway.]

If you don't mind... I just got here, so I was hoping to make a better impression, but ah well.

[He sounds more than a touch rueful, although he manages a smile at Hiyori for his help, doing as he's instructed by lifting his arms while glancing at the stupid vest. Finicky thing...! Why couldn't it have done that in the first place?!]

Man, this place is wild. Who would've thought you could get caught in something so damn skimpy? Does everybody have to watch out for such weird things?

[tfy]

[Once his arms are up Hiyori's able to pull the vest halfway off, trusting Yato to do the rest. Was this really the part that was giving the boy trouble? Maybe it was just the pants? Hiyori didn't really notice which piece(s) he was struggling to take off, since he was too absorbed in his little one-man show.

As for Yato saying he just got here, well. That makes some things click into place, and it also increases his sympathy tenfold. He realizes it is about time for the resort to bring in a fresh batch of kidnapping victims.]

I hate to say it, but this is honestly tame by the resort's standards.

[He speaks the words somewhat grimly. It brings him no joy to bear bad news, particularly while he's in "idol model" thanks to the costume. An idol's job is to make people smile and raise their spirits up—not to depress them with dreary information about how unpleasant their life is about to become.]

If you haven't seen what I mean yet, you will soon. You do know the "52" rules, right?

[intertwinedfates]

[When it becomes apparent the garment is no longer a literal sticking point, he shucks the thing off, hurling it into a corner of the room with an irritated huff. That's one piece down, too damn many more to go... While they talk, he starts fiddling with the belt to the chaps, hoping to have better luck with them.

It's embarrassing to admit you haven't got a clue how things work, but everybody has to start somewhere, right?]

Seriously? Man, I hate to think what else they've got up their sleeves...

[He seems a touch incredulous, but mostly resigned by this point. Yato's gotten a taste of the resort now, and it's become apparent that this is his life for the foreseeable future. Which... isn't terrible by most standards? It's definitely awkward and kinda galling, but beats being eaten by ayakashi.]

Yeah, I read up on them on this thing-- [He shakes the wrist with the Watch on it, frowning.] At least there's an out, even if it requires a whole of... uh... intimate relations.

[tfy]

[A way out. Wouldn't that be nice? He's been here for over a year, and he hasn't seen anyone fill their deck and leave. But he has seen people disappear before they get that chance, including two fellow idols from his world.

Those thoughts weigh heavily on his mind. They always do, every second of every day here. But he doesn't voice them out loud. Thanks to some costume magic, he feels more like an idol than ever right now. And an idol's job is to lift people's spirits up—to shine a light on them, when they're full of fear or doubt or despair. If only for a moment, that's what he wants to do. So it's what he'll do for Yato!]

Mhm. This place will try to force that kind of contact between us even if we resist, so do keep your guard up.

[He can't avoid saying that. Anything else would be irresponsible.]

But that doesn't mean you have to do everything they tell you. I flaunt the rules all the time around here, and I haven't been punished too badly. No matter how much they try to dim my sparkle, I'm still my dazzling, splendid self. ♪

[No matter who or what he's lost. To prove it, he gives his most dazzling, splendid smile. Trying to portray himself as strong, and trying to lend Yato some of that same strength.]

I still sing, I still smile, and I still love all the same things I loved before. For example, dressing stylishly! That's something I love, so I'd be happy to help you find a new top now that you've ditched that ugly vest you were wearing! ♪ But that all depends on what sort of role you'd like to play. So!

[He makes a sweeping gesture towards Yato.]

What role might that be? Let's say you could be anything or anyone right now. A fantasy character, a god, or even a fellow idol. What role would you choose?

[intertwinedfates]

[Honestly, in theory it doesn't sound too difficult? Just shack up with the right people on a regular basis and collect those cards! Technically someone should be able to get it done in a couple months, if they went all nuts with the shagging. Life rarely works out so straightforwardly, though.

Doesn't mean he can't try! It does mean getting over his hangups, however. In this case it sucks to be a thousand-year-old virgin.]

It's sneaky like that, huh? Thanks for the heads up. I'll be sure to stay on guard for any deviousness they might throw my way.

[Given what trouble something as simple as skimpy clothes are giving him, he's not surprised.]

You can even go against them? [Color him slightly surprised!] That's something of a relief, I gotta admit - I'm... kinda new when it comes to these things, so I'm not sure what all I might find too much. It's good you're able to stay positive, though! That kind of attitude will take you far.

[It's what's helped him survive a rough life all this time, honestly. Of all the sorts of people he could've bumped into, this sort is always nice. Positivity breeds positivity, after all!]

You really are like a shining star among all the glitz and glamour of this place, I gotta say! Clothes have always been something of a luxury for me, so I'm looking forward to trying on all sorts of neat clothes!

[Eyebrows raising, Yato hums a bit at being gestured at.]

Any role, huh...? .....hmm. [He thinks for a few moments, then lights up.] I wanna be the hero who rescues the innocent maiden from the clutches of the evil villain! I'm not picky about the genre.

sorry for the delay

[tfy]

["I'm kind of new to these things," he says. Yep, Hiyori got that vibe from him, alright. That "total virgin" vibe! He just keeps smiling, still trying to seem reassuring, even as he explains:]

Not always. I don't want to sound like I'm sugarcoating things. But if you're stubborn, you work together with others, or you're subtle about it, you can rebel against them sometimes. For example, I once got shoved into a room with someone and told we wouldn't be let out until we acted on our "hidden desires." But we just talked for hours—or rather, I talked—and the staff got bored and let us out!

[He puffs up his chest, sounding proud of himself.]

It won't always work like that, and you do need to lie with someone. But at the very least, you should be able to choose your partner. If someone says, "Trade cards with me!", you can always say, "No thanks!" Or if someone says, "I ate some drugged food, and now my body feels hot! Lend me a hand or another part!", you can always say, "Nope, not interested! Get someone else to help you!"

[He shakes his head vociferously and then turns his nose up in the air, mimicking rejection.]

And if worse comes to worst and you eat drugged food, and someone approaches offering to help you out, you can always say, "Thanks, but I'd rather wait for someone cuter to come along! No hard feelings, but you're simply not my type!" Which may sound rude, but it's better than becoming the sort of person who has absolutely no standards and is full of regrets later.

[Not that he's speaking from experience or anything.

... honestly, he would've agreed with Yato. Sleeping with 52 people sounds distasteful, but it can be done. In alternate universe, he could've filled his deck in two or three months and already gone home. But there was one small snag, and that's his partner: they arrived at the resort together, and Hiyori just couldn't bear to set a bad example for him as his fellow idol. Or to let Jun jump right into the game, either, since he's quite possessive and jealous. Anyway.

He smiles even more brightly when Yato calls him a shining star. Yep, that's him alright! Whether his environment is a glamorous stage, a dreary wasteland, or a tacky sex resort, he always shines brightly. Nothing can dim his smile or his sparkle!

Though his gaze does turn slightly pitying when Yato says clothes were "something of a luxury" for him back home. Goodness, was he that poor? Even for a commoner, that sounds rough!]

Now that sounds difficult. Fortunately, there are always lots of clothes to try on. Shopping and trying on clothes is my number one hobby, so you could say I'm an expert! Which means all you need to do is follow my expert advice~♪

[Hiyori's even more eager to help him find a costume now! So he asks what sort of role Yato wants to embody, and his response is... the hero who saves the damsel. Typical boy stuff. But also endearing.]

So you want to play the lead, hmm? How utterly expected! ♪

[He just can't resist teasing.]

I like your energy. And it shouldn't be hard to find something that matches that at all.

[Especially if Yato isn't picky about the genre. He turns toward the racks of costumes, keeping his eyes peeled for anything that seems "hero-like." The boy's chest is totally bare right now, so he'll focus on finding him a top! And while searching, he continues to chat with him.]

What's your name, by the way? Mine's Hiyori Tomoe.

no worries!

[intertwinedfates]

So just outlasting them works in some cases, huh? Good to know! I'm nothing if not a master of time wasting!

[Not something to be proud of, Yato... Still, at least he seems gung ho about trying to stick it to the man? The rest of what Hiyori has to say comes as something of a relief, too.]

Glad that we still get to maintain some kind of autonomy when it comes to what we have to do here. It would've been pretty damn skeevy if we had absolutely no say in the matter of who we shacked up with. I mean, I'm not all that picky, but I at least like to know that it's something both of us want.

[Considering Yato's full of non-sexual regrets, he sure doesn't need any more of those kind adding to his already heavy burden.]

So I take it you've managed to keep from getting stuck with any unwanted encounters for the most part? That's good-- you seem pretty young. You deserve to have a light conscience that isn't weighed down thanks to some weird resort.

[Having some hang-ups thanks to a friend or partner being here is something Yato could understand even if he himself arrived alone. There's someone special back home who he would've done anything to protect from this kind of place, too, even if it meant staying here longer.

Maybe it's the name, but he likes Hiyori already. The guy's helpful and enthusiastic, providing Yato with plenty of hope for his newfound situation. Maybe a touch prideful, but then, so is he. So no throwing stones here!

And yes, yes he was/is that poor. Sadsack of a god.]

Oh boy~! I'll definitely let you lead the way, in that case. I like to think my sense of fashion is pretty good, but I'm always open to learning more and seeing what kinds of things other people go for. Maybe I can evolve my own style!

[Nodding enthusiastically, he can't help laughing a bit. Yeah, expected but he's not going to lie or downplay the things he likes. That would just be silly.]

Great! I leave it in your capable hands, then, costume master! Your sparkly, shininess is an inspiration that I'll gladly follow!

[For now Yato merely watches with keen interest, noting the things which are passed over and which he seems to linger on, debating. Though he has to do a double take at the kid's name, staring a bit before laughing then waving a hand apologetically.]

Hiyori, huh? I have a friend who goes by that name. Hers is Hiyori Iki, though! Two Hiyoris! What are the chances?

[tfy]

Now that's the spirit! ♪

[It's good to hear, since Yato will have nothing but time to waste. Each day blends into the next here, and Hiyori finds himself missing the days when Ibara drew up his schedule from week to week, packing it full of idol work.

But he is still an idol. You can take an idol out of his home world, but you can't take the idol out of him! He's even dressed like one right now! And that's why he'll continue in his quest to do what idols do: keep smiling, and keep this other person smiling, too! ... even while they're talking about a subject as awkward as unwanted sexual encounters.

He cocks an eyebrow at the "you seem young" part.]

You really don't look that much older. [Does the guy just have a baby face?] But well, you're more or less right. I'm lucky in that I have my partner here. It's his job to take care of me, so I can always call him over if I ever do get drugged. Or if I need help with absolutely anything. He's quite handy! ♪

[Although the last time his suit flared, he didn't end up calling him and instead tried to take care of it himself. Which went... not so well. He pulls a bit of a face, before quickly shaking off that thought. He's happy to transition to talking about fashion!

Happy to be called an inspiration, too. It's not quite like being cheered for by his fans, but it's as close as he's going to get right now. And he gets so swept away by the praise that he actually turns and blows Yato a kiss. If it weren't for the costume influencing his brain, he wouldn't have! But while he's "in-character" as an idol, it feels like the thing to do!]

And with your support, I'll shine ever brighter~♪

[Then he turns toward the costumes like he didn't just do something weird and goofy.

The name question was asked for a reason. The costumes he set his sights on have letters emblazoned on the front, and he's looking for the right letter for Yato! But that'll have to be put on hold, since Yato's response to hearing his name is rather unexpected. He blinks back at the other boy, taking in that news, before he smiles, seeming charmed.]

You're right, those are some odds! But that just makes our meeting even more fortuitous. ♪ I don't suppose you share a name with one of my friends, do you? For example, your name isn't "Nagisa," is it?

[intertwinedfates]

Heh, I've got plenty of that!

[Spirit. Inside joke, not that he expects him to get it. Not yet, anyways. Maybe once he explains who and what he is, it'll make more sense.

Not being able to take the core of a person out of their world is something that he also understands, and will go a long way towards explaining his early demanding attitude. Although who knew it'd be an idol who'd make him feel so comfortable about their strange situation? They really are magical...!

Hiyori's bemusement makes Yato chuckle though.]

Heh... I can promise you I'm older than you'll ever be. [A touch smug? Maybe.] Oh wow, that's great that you're not having to fend off anybody on your own. I wish I had someone like that... I mean, I kinda do back home, but hopefully he won't end up here. I think he's younger than you are.

[No, more like definitely younger. He's praying that there's no way this place would snag someone like Yukine. The poor kid's been through enough...

He almost starts frowning at the thought, but the way Hiyori blows him a kiss gets him grinning again, laughing somewhat lightly in amusement. He tried to be an idol once, too, so he knows how it goes with trying to appease fans. Thankfully he doesn't mind, either.]

That's the attitude to have!

[It might have been goofy, but it did its job of shaking Yato out of his worried funk and making him smile, so mission accomplished?

So it's back to beaming over the naming coincidence! This Hiyori may be quite different from his Hiyori, but they're both happy people who seem to want to help others. That's something he definitely appreciates and admires.]

It really does! I'm glad I bumped into you like I did. But ah, no, my name's Yato. I doubt you'll have a friend similarly named, since I'm a god.

[Yeah, he's just gonna throw that in there all casual-like. NO BIG DEAL. Although he does seem to be puffing up, waiting for the appropriate reaction to that bit of trivia. Clearly he wants to inspire awe and be admired, if the hands on his hips wasn't indication enough.]

[tfy]

You do know how ominous that sounds, don't you?

["Older than you'll ever be" would imply he's destined to die young. Maybe this guy is just an old soul, though. Physically speaking, he certainly doesn't look a day over twenty. Hiyori loses the skepticism when Yato says that next thing, though, taking on a more sympathetic look.]

Yep. I totally get you. [...] There's someone I'm absolutely dying to see, and countless others I miss, but I wouldn't wish any of them here.

[There were three other people from his world when he got here. Two of them have turned into statues. Much as he misses Nagisa, he hopes dearly that he never shows his face here.

It doesn't occur to him that Yato might have been an idol at one point. But he does have his own shine, doesn't he? He seems to have a positive attitude, at any rate, or at the very least, to be rather easy to cheer up, and that's something Hiyori appreciates for sure. He doesn't actually expect him to share a name with one of his friends, but he doesn't need to. He's his own person! His own person named "Yato," apparently, which is rather an odd name. Or should he say unique? Nothing wrong with being—]

....... hm?

[He blinks.

There's a long, long moment of staring. Has Hiyori met gods here? You bet he is! Specifically, he's met Loki, the god of mischief from Norse mythology! And he also met an "immortal ghost king" at one point, who claimed to be above a god. But compared to this young-looking goof, both of those people were a bit more... er...]

For a god, you don't seem the slightest bit imposing!

[... that. That's the word.

Hiyori surveys him, not dis believing him, but feeling surprised all the same!]

Are you a more modern god? "The common people's god"? That sort of thing? And exactly which realms are you in charge of? You're not just the figurehead for a shady religion, are you?

[intertwinedfates]

Oh, huh, yeah, I guess you're right. Don't worry-- I didn't mean it like that!

[He reaches out and pats his shoulder in a hopefully reassuring manner. He certainly wasn't trying to imply the kid was gonna croak anytime in the near future! Not unless he's into breathplay or something dangerous like that... For now though Yato mere nods in agreement.]

This isn't the sort of place for just anybody, honestly. It'd be enough to make even the hardiest of folks crumble from being bullied into doing things they don't want to.

[Lonely he might be, he never wants his Hiyori or Yukine to deal with any of this. Although if it wouldn't gross him out, he'd almost hope his dad would get stuck in such a place. Jerk would deserve it, heh.

Live long enough and you try all kinds of jobs and lines of work. Idols were big in Japan in the eighties, and Yato got it into his head to try being like those he admired. Unfortunately, not being human meant he didn't have much luck in that department. Alas! One dream down the drain... But like with most things, he bounced back, styling himself as something else. A delivery god--!]

Hey...! [He pouts a bit at being (rightly) declared unimposing, lip jutting out in a huff.] Not all gods are...! I'm a friendly, helpful god!

[He would probably be even more lacking in divinity if he was wearing his usual getup of a tracksuit and scarf... Not that his current attire is doing him any favors.]

No way, I'm over a thousand! Though I would say I'm a god of the people - I'm a Delivery God~☆! God of Fortune and Happiness! AND NO, I'M NOT A DAMN CULT!!!

[Sorry for the shouting, that's kind of a sticking point for him, as is obvious...]