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Lost Carnival Mods ([personal profile] ringleaders) wrote in [community profile] lostcarnival2017-02-17 11:54 am

⇨ THE CELEBRATION

Who: Everyone, especially YOU.
When: Day 60 - Day 65
Where: The Celebration
What: The carnival workers are invited to spend the week within the realm of the Celebration, the grounds of a party that has been going on for centuries. Accommodations are luxurious, but those with keen instincts might notice something off about this whole arrangement... (Questions can go to the original setting post!)
Warnings: Booze, drugs, sex, and everything in between.

THE CELEBRATION

If you observe that the layout of the Celebration grounds seem inconsistent, then you would be correct. In reality, what lies at the end of each corridor depends largely on what the guests of the Celebration want at the time - if a few people find themselves craving a drink, a bar may appear. If a group finds themselves wanting to dance, a club will open up. This goes on at all hours of the night, and given how many dedicated partiers fill the building, the services are well used. It isn't instantaneous, and the Host has to consciously decide to provide that service, but the changes are fast none-the-less.

► ROOMS: Each trailer pair will be assigned a room to themselves - whether or not it has two double beds or a single king sized bed seems essentially random. Hopefully you aren't too sensitive about keeping that space to yourself. The curtains at the far side of the room don't actually lead outside, but instead to a walk-in closet filled with the Host's best guesses at the type of clothing you might like. They may not hit the nail on the head, but at the very least all the clothing will be in your size. The styles could be just about anything, from any universe, but they do tend to average out to clothing that is Earth-ish. Either that, or clothing that looks like they are meant for elves from a high fantasy novel to wear.

► SHOPPING: If none of your pre-picked outfits tickle your fancy, plenty of boutiques and clothing shops can also be found around the grounds - whatever you're thinking of, you'll probably be able to find a shop appropriate for it eventually. Though, maybe it doesn't really count as shopping if you don't have to pay for any of the things you take back to your room with you? Unfortunately, from the sounds of it, you won't be allowed to drag all of your haul back to the carnival with you, so you better enjoy it while you can.



► DINING: There is no daily schedule to follow, after you arrive. You are free to attend the dining room whenever you wish, and will be seated at large round tables with whoever else may be around at the time, and can either order from the menu or most dishes you may think of off the top of your head. If you don't like the fine dining experience, there are also a selection of smaller cafes and eateries that open and close at varying times of day - and, of course, you can always call for room service.

► ENTERTAINMENT: There is plenty of live music around the grounds (not that you can ever seem to remember who the performers were afterwards) whether it comes to harp music while you eat or a full set of DJs in the club you found. If you are inclined to look for them, you may also find some cozy lounges with big screen TVs, and access to a multi-universal quantity of films. What's there or isn't there is unpredictable, but if you come from a standard variety of Earth you probably recognize some of them.



► SUBSTANCES: You don't have to be coy about it - just ask one of your servers, and you'll be able to get whatever kind of vices you might be craving. Drugs, alcohol, ice cream... it's all good. If this sounds like a nightmare for potential addicts, you would be correct. It's not uncommon to see people clearly over-indulging in certain locations, though guests are usually escorted back to their rooms if they take ill - only to see them back at it again the next day.

► SPA DAY: If you'd like to take a swim, pools of various aesthetics are easy to find. So are hot tubs, and saunas, and Host servants who are willing to give you a massage or manicure. If the party crowd isn't your scene, there are plenty of more low-key opportunities to indulge.



► GREENSPACE: There is one park area on the grounds, which appears to be constructed on the rooftops of other parts of the complex. While there are trees and greenery, there is no real sky that you can see - only the illusion of one. It may start to occur to you over time that no window or rooftop actually leads to any kind of outdoors. The Celebration really is there only thing here.

These are really just examples, and you can get creative with what kind of services you find offered while here, when it comes to generally mundane comforts. It really feels like the Host wants to win you over, as if you staying just a little longer has some sort of intrinsic appeal.
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[personal profile] ophidiarex 2017-02-18 11:08 pm (UTC)(link)
With a shake of his head and a touch to Bronte's approximate location in his shirt, Snake burrows further into his hiding spot behind the couch. He's a ball of anxiety and overstimulation at the moment, and not ready to talk for himself just yet, even if he's being approached by someone he vaguely recognizes. At least it's not a partygoer, although Viktor DOES smell of booze. Had he been one of the members of the celebration, Snake would simply have bolted, as he has so often lately. Not that he's sure he could have... his legs are asleep.
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[personal profile] vitrissimo 2017-02-20 06:56 pm (UTC)(link)
He hasn't seen anyone this skittish for awhile. Well, there was that one time, but that was because alcohol was involved. He frowns, crouching down next to the couch as if Snake is some sort of frightened animal.

"Are you sure that's comfortable? Wouldn't sitting on it be better?" He isn't trying to be a smartass. He's just generally perplexed by what he's found here. "Oh! Did you hurt your leg? Do you need someone to help you up?" He extends his hand without even waiting, uselessly letting it hang in the air between them. "I'm Viktor."
ophidiarex: (Listening)

[personal profile] ophidiarex 2017-02-21 03:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Technically alcohol may be involved this time. Just not on Snake's part. He shakes his head to some of the questions, but peers around the couch to look at the other party guests before deciding what to do with the hand. None seem to be paying them much mind, so he accepts Viktor's help to pull him to his shaky feet. The palm of his hand is smooth and a little bit clammy, but it's slightly bumpy and dry on the back, where there's a small patch of scales.

After a few seconds, the red, white, and black snake on his shoulder lifts her head and bumps his with it, making a tiny hissing noise. "... 'He's Snake,' says Emily."
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[personal profile] vitrissimo 2017-02-21 10:18 pm (UTC)(link)
He doesn't notice the scales at first. He's too focused on Snake's impression.

Viktor looks between the snake and Snake and is suddenly very, very confused. He cocks his head to the side. "So you're....Emily? And this is your snake?" Because most logically the snake must be snake and this person must be Emily, not the other way around. ... Right?
ophidiarex: (Shouting for a Snake's Sake)

[personal profile] ophidiarex 2017-02-21 11:22 pm (UTC)(link)
With slightly furrowed brows, Snake shakes his head. It's not that at all! He's not used to people being so confused by this, but he's also not used to interacting with the drunk. Maybe alcohol is more debilitating than he thought.

Regardless, Emily hisses a little louder, and he continues, starting in a higher, more effeminate voice than his own before switching to the latter. "'No, I'm Emily!' says Emily." As he translates, he indicates Emily by stroking her red, black, and white coils.
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[personal profile] vitrissimo 2017-03-04 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
"Oh, I'm sorry! Nice to meet you, Emily." Viktor smiles charmingly at the snake, now that the shock has worn off. He's never really minded snakes before, so thankfully it doesn't unnerve him.

"And you, too, Snake!"
ophidiarex: (Listening)

[personal profile] ophidiarex 2017-03-04 02:17 am (UTC)(link)
Snake's not exactly grouchy, more embarrassed at his slight outburst thanks to Emily. And the embarrassment only gets worse when she leans forward and flicks her tongue at Victor.

"'You're pretty cute, you can call me whatever you like,' says Emily." His face is a little bit red, but he recounts it exactly. Why does she have to flirt with any man she meets?
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[personal profile] vitrissimo 2017-03-07 09:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Viktor blinks a few times. His cheeks turn even pinker and he can't help but chuckling and giving the snake an overdramatic wink.

"Well, then. I think Emily is a perfectly pretty name." He flashes Snake a grin, entirely amused and still not sold entirely on the snake thoughts.
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[personal profile] ophidiarex 2017-03-10 12:49 am (UTC)(link)
Snake just blushes redder. This is so embarrassing. Emily lifts her tail to blow Viktor a kiss, after winking back.

"'Thank you!' says Emily." She does love compliments. She loves them so.