event three | this isn't your average mahou shoujo

[chims]

CHARACTERS: Any and all!
DATE: May 1st~5th
RATING: G
SUMMARY: To some it's May Day, to others it's the European tradition of Walpurgisnacht-- in The World, we have both for you! There's no dungeons to raid or items to collect this go around, just stop by for free food, bonfires, and maybe some reward items just for your time.


[ A message beeps on everyone's devices the night of the 30th, nearing midnight. Any heavy sleepers or goody two-shoes may miss out on The World's first bonfire, but it probably won't be the last. The message is simple: an invitation to Δ Roaring Midnight's* Old World for good food and a midnight celebration for Walpurgisnacht.

And an alternative come 6AM for Δ Endless Sunshine's* May Queen*, if they'd prefer a daytime picnic and a dance around the maypole.

So what'll it be, Players? ]


( ooc: As these are special event areas, some of the words in these do not exist for player creation. "Midnight's", "Sunshine's", and "May Queen" are some of them! There'll be different event items to earn by attending either of these, and you don't need to pick one or the other. Apologies again for the delay, and for the number of event logs! There'll typically only be two a month or so. )

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Δ Roaring Midnight's Old World

[chims]

[ There isn't a monster in sight in this midnight field area. There's fireflies around and three bonfires lit not too far from the warp entrance on the beach, the only sounds being crickets, the crackling of the fire, and the soft roar of the ocean. The stars are out in full bloom and it doesn't seem like there's far to wander-- the entire area is only two islands and the one you're on has the temple on it. There are no plateaus and there's only a faint breeze blowing off the ocean.

All in all, it's a warm night and there's some pretty tasty-looking BBQ foods roasting over the bonfires. Shishkabobs in various styles (shrimp, veggie, beef), German wursts, a pot here and there of different soups with bread nearby, buckets of ice with bottled green soda, juices, teas, and waters, as well as caraffes of hot coffee for the older Players. There's NPCs preparing the food, all in masks depicting witches and golems whether they're wearing them on their face or not. There's even more already dancing around the bonfire, but their movements are a little hollow-- pre-programmed. Why not have a go and show them how its done? Their AIs may pick up on your moves and look a little more lively. Or just have a seat and stuff yourself silly. Or further yet, enjoy the nice night and let the others ring in summer. ]

( ooc: for participating in walpurgis night, everyone will get a loaded tray of leftovers and a mask of their choice! all masks are an equipped accessory that has a 25% chance of inflicting blindness and poisoning enemies. )

[greatcleavage]

[Roy is seated by the fire, looking as cheerful as anyone's ever seen him as he helps himself to food and drink, just generally basking in the ambiance.]

Now this, this right here... THIS is all right.

[lookslikemomo]

Is it? They're dancing all wrong!

[here's takeshi, standing a little ways behind roy, one hand on his hip and the other holding a kabob on the other. and he's looking so very disappointed at the NPCs dancing around the bonfire.]

[greatcleavage]

As true as that may be -- and don't get me wrong, I have no ranks in Appraise(Dancing) -- it's a small price to pay for food, drink, and no stupid eggs or creatures to collect or bottles to recycle.

[mercuryangel]

[Mia is also trying some of the food, looking on at the celebration in... wonder? nervousness? standing-up-ness at any rate.]

[It looks like she's about to taste the coffee.]

[shiningascent]

[just beside, Pit is piling an obscene amount of food onto his plate, looking excited but only halfway awake]

Wwwwowwww... the parties here suuuure are something! Though the decor's a little... zzz ... creepy...

so what happened to that rather aborted mia/marth thread from what feels like ages ago

[mercuryangel]

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<small?[She takes a sip and is almost immediately more alert.]</small>

Yes, they are, even if I have no idea what they're really for.

<small>[Creepy... a little. She's been through worse.]</small>

[brightfuture]

[ Rather than entertainment, it's his problems with sleeping that lead Hope here. He's not overly hungry, but since it would be a shame to pass on the offer, the boy settles for a small bowl of soup and chooses a nice spot away from the main source of commotion - it's not like there's anything worth looking at, anyway.

... The music still reaches his ears, though, and you might find him humming the melody. It's oddly catchy! ]

[greaterspeed]

[main source of commotion you say? Sonic's in the thick of things like he usually is and raising hell. Then again, he is... dancing? Breakdancing. Air guitaring? It's hard to tell what he's doing. But after stirring up the crowds a little, Sonic couldn't help but wander around with a wurst in a bun in hand. He couldn't help but wonder if he could get some chilidogs if he asked nicely enough.

But the moment he spots Hope by himself, Sonic couldn't help but wander over to the somewhat lonely looking young boy (not without doubling back to grab a kabab of course)]

Hey! S'no good if you wear a face like that to a party like this. Kebab? [and Sonic holds out the food for Hope, despite the other boy already holding a bowl of soup]

sorry for the delay!

[brightfuture]

[ Woah. He eyes the tasty-looking food for a moment, surprised by a sudden gift, before giving the boy a dismissing wave. ]

Er, thanks, but I'm full. Really. [ Nodnod. Now, that Sonic's face comes into focus, he recognizes him as one of the dancers, but decides not to address that for his own safety. Instead, what was that about his face? ] I had no idea it would be this... kind of thing.

[diedforyoursins]

[this guy is really good at showing up unexpectedly, whether his presence is wanted or not, and the sight of a familiar face attracts him easily enough, so it shouldn't be a surprise when he's suddenly behind hope, speaking without bothering with greetings.]

Do you enjoy this music?

[brightfuture]

[ The sudden intrusion completely ruins his concentration, fortunately he's quick enough to prevent the bowl he's been holding from slipping and hitting the ground. Heck, that was close. While he doesn't mind your company that much, next time make sure you catch him in a less embarrassing situation. ]

Uh... hi, Kaworu.

[ MUSIC? WHAT MUSIC?]

[solveforn]

[Hey, vaguely familiar person! The strange green-haired guy you bumped into a while ago shows up, sipping on some tea.]

Are you familiar with the music?

[inhearts]

[ Minako, carrying a plate of food is going about offering them to people. She spots Hope and walks up towards him, about to say something when she hears him hum and stops and decides to hum along as well. ]

[dragonsjaw]

[ approaches him after a moment, he is unsure it is safe to leave this boy alone :|a ]

Do you not want any company? [ he did seem pretty distant the first time they spoke too. ]

[twilightlegend]

[Link's sitting a little off to the side (there's something about the dancers, he thinks, that are strangely familiar) with a bowl of soup in hand. And while he looks at the green soda idly, he's not quite ready to take that leap of faith to try something that colour. Perhaps after this bowl of soup...

The atmosphere was peaceful. A bit like Ordon, before Twilight swept through Hyrule. It's late though, and while Link's gotten out of his habit of sleeping early and waking early it didn't mean he wasn't prone to dozing off anyway.

Yes, even when there was a half-finished bowl of soup balanced on his knees]

[benevolence]

[what's this that she sniffs in the air? something delicious and of which she had already been gorging on since she arrived in the area. but that didn't mean that she was full.

oh, no, not at all.

and heavens help Link as she stalks over. walking slowly, watching him with ears flattened against the back of her head. slowly...slowly...until she's up to his side and bringing her nose forward. towards the bowl.

mouth opening. tongue coming out.

better wake up, bro, before the big fuzzball of white even gets her greedy face buried in the soup.]

[lavenderglasses]

[well, you're a familiar face, even in the flickering light of the bonfire. their positions are a bit reversed this time, with link sitting and the king standing over him, but that too feels familiar, and so he's smirking as he nudges the other blond's shoulder gently.]

Is it wise to be sleeping out here?

[doingthemistything]

[Kirino's off by himself, munching on a shrimp shishkabob and sipping on some juice. He's rather enjoying the food, but... it's a little lonely. He doesn't spot anyone he knows right off the bat, so he just keeps to himself.]

[galaxiapride]

[Meta Knight, too curious for his own good, is walltreeflowering to watch what kind of traditions the people of this realm. That flash of pink hair catches his attention, but he tries to avert contact since he knows that boy isn't Kirby.

...Still, it keeps drawing his attention]

[inhearts]

[ Minako is walking about with a plate of food, helping to hand out food to anyone who doesn't want to walk and hitting up anyone who seems to be alone. She offers the plate out. ]

Hello! Here, feel free to take if you want any!

[solveforn]

[Though he was never much for human festivals before, the celebrations are worth a look this time around. He's standing at the side and watching, enjoying small tastes of food. Well, perhaps not as much as most people enjoy food, idly filling his belly while he watches.

He seems quite receptive to conversation, though! It might do him well to learn what the celebration is all about.]

[lavenderglasses]

[oh. it's you.]

Isn't all this a bit human for your tastes?

[yeah, he sounds a bit standoffish, but if he was really angry he'd just have ignored your presence entirely, so perhaps the voluntary interaction is a good sign?]

[firetrap]

[ Fire--

Lu Xun is studying the food curiously, wondering what some of them are. Actually, he's just debating to himself which one to try first... they all seem so weird. ]

[dragonsjaw]

At least it is not green this time... [ it looks a lot more edible than the last time there was food set out like this.

He approaches with a half smile and offers Lu Xun a cup of...something? No toast, he couldn't find any booze. ] Good evening, Master Lu.