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expiationlogs2023-02-17 07:53 am
{Mini Event} Day of Devotion
This is an entirely opt-in very casual event that has nothing to do with overarching storyline and is just an additional introductory log, and a means for characters to meet. We hope you've all had a very happy Valentine's Day week however you've chosen to spend it!
SCARVES OF LOVE
The season of affection and love of all kinds falls upon Aldrip in the wake of their festivities for Those Who Were There. As part of the celebration, what's referred to as the 'Day of Devotion,' local merchants carry a variety of wares, but none so coveted as their multicoloured scarves available in a variety of prints, designs, and fabrics. Perhaps consider picking one up and giving it to someone who's important to you. No money? No problem! Whilst Aldrip doesn't exactly work on a layaway system or akin to, you'll find the mercantile business owners are quite open to trades and other means of bartering. Maybe they'll give out a scarf or two in agreement for running some errands...
Lucky recipients of these very fashionable scarves will find themselves suspiciously open to sharing positive, warm and fuzzy, or perhaps downright amorous feelings toward the person who gifted them the scarf to begin with, regardless of whether you've known them for years or even just a couple of weeks. But don't worry—the feelings are temporary! Once the Day of Devotion comes to a natural conclusion, your feelings will return to something like normalcy and you'll still wind up with a new fashion accessory. Of course, if you've always been amorous with that special someone, you likely won't notice any sort of change.
Take the opportunity to embrace the celebration, maybe embrace one another a little bit, too, and begin forming some potentially everlasting bonds with others.
BRING PROTECTION
Not everyone is choosing to celebrate the Day of Devotion in the same way. Due to the heightened popularity of the pretty scarves, some of Aldrip's jewellers have been bitten by the green bug of jealousy. In an attempt to compete with the sales of scarves, jewellers are advertising pendants, brooches, and other assorted charms that are meant to serve as warding and protective trinkets. What are they protecting one from? It's difficult to say and the merchants aren't inclined to give a straight answer. But whether you need protection from love, personal feelings, or perhaps something more physical, they've got you covered!
If you choose to give these amulets to others, recipients of them and their related will be compelled to share their true feelings with those around them in addition to the person who gave them the protective charms. This sounds like it could be a good thing, however, that means it covers the array of positive, negative, and every shade in between, without a filter in place. Consider these accessories a potential test of friendships, familial relationships, and more.
Like the scarves, this need and desire to be truthful with your feelings will be temporary, lasting until the Day of Devotion celebration is over. But at least you'll be protected. From something. Maybe. Probably. Or not!
FLOWERS FOR ALDRIP
By now, you may be well familiar with Aldrip's variety of fields that are filled with vegetables and fruits that grace the dinner tables of the town and local cuisine. During the Day of Devotion and weeks leading up to it, you'll find that they're clearing another field and preparing the soil. What for, you won't find out until the actual day of the celebration. Once it arrives, there's a collection of simple carts filled with flowering plants. Locals and newly-arrived alike are welcome to lend a hand in planting them along the neatly tilled rows.
You may find plants that resemble or are identical to plants from your home world. You may find plants that you've never seen in your life. They come in a variety of colours and are accompanied by a lightly pleasing scent that shouldn't be too overpowering, though may still disturb those with allergies.
All who help out with the planting, watering, and other tending, will be rewarded with a bouquet of flowers that can be passed onto others to show your appreciation and other forms of affection. You may even find yourself making a good and lasting impression on the locals by offering some assistance.
IB
[who it would look really good on, but- well] Probably not cool enough.
[and then a smile on the young woman] Stede Bonnet, by the way, nice to meet you.
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[She watches him, eyes noticing a certain wistfulness. It's pretty common amongst them. That look of "I miss someone". Even she's sported it quite a few times now.]
If it reminds you of someone, even better. It's good to have things to remind of us home.
[Plus, while maybe it's not what they're hoping for necessarily?]
And if it's a special someone if you keep it and they ever arrive... then you can give it to them so they know you were thinking of them!
[Squall wouldn't appreciate a scarf, so she won't be taking her own advice. Quistis or Selphie might appreciate one, but easier to wait until they're here. They have such specific tastes sometimes.]
Rinoa Heartilly, it's a pleasure.
[After all, she is a girl with class and manners. It's easy to spot a gentleman when she sees one.]
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Have you been here long?
no subject
[She's clearly a natural sales person. Maybe this is her new way of making sure she always has spending money.]
About as long as everyone seems to be, more or less. Yourself, Mr Bonnet?
no subject
[and as for himself]
Gosh, I don't know. Not long. Feels like ages, doesn't it? When you're away from home.
Just going to wiggle this to after her thread with Joel where she ended up employed
[Catching the eye of the owner, there's a few moments of silent communication before Rinoa's beaming and the owner's just looking amused.]
Tell you what! This one's on me. Something good to keep you company since the person you're thinking of isn't here.
[That statement catches her by surprise and she pauses, her expression showing her emotions all too clearly. Before it turns to sheepishness.]
Oh... I don't know. I left home a long time ago. I went back once for a little bit, but it's not really the same.