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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.
thevictoriandetective: (It's not a good day.)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-22 10:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Whoops. He wasn't thinking clearly, obviously.

He made a distasteful face. "Snorting? Please."

As if he would do anything of the sort. He kept his sleeves carefully low, around his wrists, to hide the obvious. Even now, even with his mind like this, there was still a vague semblance of shame. He didn't meet her eyes.
amusicaladventure: (Pointing it out)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-23 04:19 am (UTC)(link)
"...And the other?" She had noticed that omission. How could she not? He couldn't have been more blatant that he was only responding to one of her two questions if he'd put it up on a billboard.

By the same token, she scooped up his Red Bull and slid it away, because if he really didn't feel well he sure shouldn't be drinking that.
thevictoriandetective: (It's not a good day.)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-23 05:53 am (UTC)(link)
Ah. He still didn't meet her gaze.

"I lost count," he mumbled. He had, however, in his pocket a crumpled up piece of paper with at least a vague estimate of what he was on. He'd made a promise to his brother all those years ago if anyone ever found him like this. Which happened enough times that a list was warranted. He wasn't going to give it up, though, he figured he was perfectly fine.
Edited 2017-02-23 06:07 (UTC)
amusicaladventure: (Pointing it out)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-23 01:58 pm (UTC)(link)
Ash rolled her eyes dramatically, then uncrossed her legs to slide off the table. "Okay, I'm totally not judging," she said, unthinkingly crossing one of her own personal lines by reaching out to put a hand on his shoulder and ease him slowly backwards. "But it really sounds like it's starting to catch up to you."
thevictoriandetective: (Agressive deduction)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-23 02:23 pm (UTC)(link)
He would seem a little weak, unsteady, as she did so.

"I'm fine," he said staunchly. But it was an unsure fine, as if he either didn't care that he was in this state, or not thinking clearly enough to realize it. He just wanted to forget. He couldn't remember what it was he wanted to forget. It was all a blur of either chasing a feeling or running away from a feeling. Maybe both at the same time.
amusicaladventure: (Sadness)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-23 05:01 pm (UTC)(link)
"Look, if you're in pain or feeling physically ill you're not fine. And you feel weak as a kitten." Okay, maybe she was exaggerating a little, but... "You need a time out and some rest. Have you been eating properly, drinking water?"
thevictoriandetective: (Sardonic)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-26 02:40 pm (UTC)(link)
Sherlock looked at her, astonished, like he wasn't sure if he was hearing her correctly. Then he burst into laughter.

Eating properly. Drinking water. As if he was doing any of those things.

His poor kidneys were probably raisins by this point.
amusicaladventure: (Pointing it out)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-26 04:32 pm (UTC)(link)
"Uh-huh." Ash rolled her eyes, not in the least surprised by his reaction -- then snapped her fingers sharply in front of his face. 'Snap him out of it' played literally.

"So question for you, then: how do you expect to keep enjoying yourself here if your body collapses? You make a mess of yourself and all this fun is going to go away."
thevictoriandetective: (Agressive deduction)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-27 01:28 pm (UTC)(link)
He blinks, dazed at her snapping fingers, as he squints, trying to focus. It was a very good question, one he didn't entirely have the answer to.

"Not quite sure, I wasn't thinking that far ahead, exactly."
amusicaladventure: (Disgust)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-27 07:54 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yeah, no kidding. Most people don't. Someone was never a rambunctious teenager in high school." But what to do with him... "Look, you should head over to the dining hall. Eat something delicious and solid, flush yourself out with some water. Take a breather. You'll be glad you did."
thevictoriandetective: (It's so simple.)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-02-28 03:30 am (UTC)(link)
He blinked at her again, still seemingly dazed. But her suggestion sounded pretty good, at least.

"Okay."

Why not? Now if he could just remember how to get to the dining hall.
amusicaladventure: (Disgust)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-02-28 05:08 am (UTC)(link)
Ash looked at him expectantly for a moment... then sighed, slid off the table, and reached out to grab his arm. "Yes. We are going to the dining room," she said, more slowly and patiently that was entirely polite.
thevictoriandetective: (It's so simple.)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-03-01 03:52 am (UTC)(link)
He would feel a little weak when his arm was taken, his body swayed slightly, managing only just barely not to fall over.

"Sounds about right."

He was just going with the flow right now. The dining room sounded great and there was someone who knew where it was! Best day ever!
Edited 2017-03-01 03:53 (UTC)
amusicaladventure: (Alarm)

wa wa wa :D

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-03-01 05:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Good God. Ash stopped two steps into her march, then shifted to sling an arm around his waist for support instead. Definitely not something she'd normally do, but here and now it happened without a second thought on her part. It would bother her, later, when she stopped to think about everything....

"You're a mess. Am I going to have to carry you? Because you're never gonna live down being carried around by a girl, you know." Kinda guessing there that it would bother him, and never mind if the girl was his height and no delicate flower.
Edited 2017-03-01 17:34 (UTC)
thevictoriandetective: (We had chips.)

XD

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-03-04 02:46 pm (UTC)(link)
"It's fine, really," he said with a grin, and a shrug of his shoulders. "Some people would call me lucky."
amusicaladventure: (Smile)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-03-04 04:05 pm (UTC)(link)
"I'm glad you're so progressive about this." She couldn't help but grin her amusement, even given his current condition.
thevictoriandetective: (Sardonic)

[personal profile] thevictoriandetective 2017-03-05 02:34 pm (UTC)(link)
"What can I say? That's just the sort of person I am," he said with a wave of his hand.
amusicaladventure: (Ash!)

[personal profile] amusicaladventure 2017-03-06 03:20 pm (UTC)(link)
"I promise you it's appreciated." Her smiled didn't quite reach her eyes as she lugged him out of the club -- instead, she was keeping a close watch on him while trying to seem like she wasn't. When they bumped out the door of the club and into the far quieter, far more sedate hallways... well, she had no idea what was actually in his veins and his brain at the moment, but she wanted to be ready in case the sudden shift in sensation caused any trouble for him.