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expiationlogs2023-04-21 12:41 pm
electroburst) wrote in expiationlogs2023-04-21 12:41 pm
(OPEN MINGLE) Ain't no party like an Aldrip party
Who: The Chosen
Where: Aldrip inn
What: Open mingle log (with mod approval)!
Warnings: Nothing major anticipated, other than light (underaged) drinking and comic mischief, but PM me if any warn-worthy things happen and I can update this space.
Feel free to use this log as a completely open mingle for all characters new and old! There will be a few prompts below the cut, but you're free mess around with them or come up with your own ideas for toplevels, and tag around as you please.
Nestled in the heart of the quaint town of Aldrip, the inn, formally known as The Inn, has housed the Chosen of Expiation since their initial arrival. In spite of the occasional influx of new Chosen, they've dedicatedly provided rooms, food and drink, and basic amenities without buckling—even during the food shortages and other issues that have plagued the town. Of course, the Chosen have been no slouches themselves, repaying the hospitality with mercenary work, hunting and fishing, cooking, completing odd jobs, and much more to help bolster the economy. Even those, er, less magnanimous sorts have benefitted from this give-and-take, although there are those that prefer their living space to be a bit more solitary (or perhaps cave-ier) that might not have noticed as much.
In the days to follow, most won't be able to recount exactly how The Party started. The true story is that one particular new arrival, after having spent a day or two scouting the area out and, deciding it's chill enough, opted to do what he does best: be a public menace. What is known is that rounds of drinks start getting ordered and handed out, and soon platters of cheese, fresh bread, and other victuals make the rounds as well, appearing on tables that quickly begin filling with people. Somehow, someway, local musicians are pulled in to play and given a striking, energetic setlist to set the tone. The word gets out—party at the inn!
And boom: just like that, it's a party, and everyone's invited.
Early on, the offerings are relatively meager. The inn's food stores aren't completely bottomless after the shortages, to say the least, and there are a sight more Chosen (and local residents who also join in on the fun) than there is free food to toss at them. The drinks range from milk, water and juice to scuzzy, pisswater beer, which is a bit more plentiful. As the tavern portion of the inn fills with people, the music relatively ambient so that you can still hear the people at the table next to you talking, others bring their own food and drink, adding to the options on offer.
Others bring things like cards to play with, or dice and coins to gamble with, and set up spaces at tables toward the back. There's even an amateur fortune teller, heavy emphasis on amateur. Maybe you've got some party games of your own in mind, or you're a natural-born performer and want to hit the stage. Maybe you'd rather just grab a pint and lurk in the corner doing some people-watching. Or maybe you're just hungry and want to stuff a bunch of cheese in your pockets for later. Either way, there's something here for everyone.
As evening wears on, the peaceful inn party blossoms into a proper block bash. Even if you're not the partygoing sort, it'd be a little difficult to ignore the sheer ruckus going on downstairs while you attempt to read quietly in your room. The music, chatter and laughter carries on down the street, attracting even more people. By this point, it seems as if the food and drinks have multiplied, thanks mostly in part to others showing up with their own offerings, Chosen and local alike. It's getting rowdy in a few places—the music's louder and livelier, people are dancing and singing, and the gambling/party games' stakes seem to just keep climbing higher and higher. It's a good time all around. If you're not the quiet, loner type, anyway.
Thinking of sitting this one out? Think again: somebody starts going around to all the rooms and knocking on the doors, calling out to come join the fun. By the time you get to the door, though, whoever's up here disturbing the peace is gone, but maybe you can track them down by their voice at some point and wring their neck later.
In addition to the escalating merriment, all this imbibing also has the added benefit of loosening a few lips. Now's your chance to pick up the latest Aldrip gossip! You might even hear tell of a few pesky monsters that need slaying, so if you want to jump on that bounty before anyone else gets to it, you better act quickly. (But maybe don't run out into the woods in the middle of the night to fight monsters while inebriated... or do, nobody's stopping you.)
Late into the night, the festivities are still going, and they're... messy. Fortunately the drinks and provisions seem to have run to the bottom of the barrel, so those that've been partying hard for hours are getting cut off whether they like it or not. The band's getting tired, the tempo of the music fluctuating. Some people might like to go to bed sometime soon, so maybe now it's time for the voices of reason to tell those still dancing on top of the tables to get down. And why is there a chicken in here? ...And oh no, somebody tell those guys to take that swordfight outside!! Yeeaaahh, maybe it's about time to shut this production down.
Or maybe not. Let the good times roll until the sun comes up! That's up to you.
Where: Aldrip inn
What: Open mingle log (with mod approval)!
Warnings: Nothing major anticipated, other than light (underaged) drinking and comic mischief, but PM me if any warn-worthy things happen and I can update this space.
Feel free to use this log as a completely open mingle for all characters new and old! There will be a few prompts below the cut, but you're free mess around with them or come up with your own ideas for toplevels, and tag around as you please.
Nestled in the heart of the quaint town of Aldrip, the inn, formally known as The Inn, has housed the Chosen of Expiation since their initial arrival. In spite of the occasional influx of new Chosen, they've dedicatedly provided rooms, food and drink, and basic amenities without buckling—even during the food shortages and other issues that have plagued the town. Of course, the Chosen have been no slouches themselves, repaying the hospitality with mercenary work, hunting and fishing, cooking, completing odd jobs, and much more to help bolster the economy. Even those, er, less magnanimous sorts have benefitted from this give-and-take, although there are those that prefer their living space to be a bit more solitary (or perhaps cave-ier) that might not have noticed as much.
In the days to follow, most won't be able to recount exactly how The Party started. The true story is that one particular new arrival, after having spent a day or two scouting the area out and, deciding it's chill enough, opted to do what he does best: be a public menace. What is known is that rounds of drinks start getting ordered and handed out, and soon platters of cheese, fresh bread, and other victuals make the rounds as well, appearing on tables that quickly begin filling with people. Somehow, someway, local musicians are pulled in to play and given a striking, energetic setlist to set the tone. The word gets out—party at the inn!
And boom: just like that, it's a party, and everyone's invited.
Early on, the offerings are relatively meager. The inn's food stores aren't completely bottomless after the shortages, to say the least, and there are a sight more Chosen (and local residents who also join in on the fun) than there is free food to toss at them. The drinks range from milk, water and juice to scuzzy, pisswater beer, which is a bit more plentiful. As the tavern portion of the inn fills with people, the music relatively ambient so that you can still hear the people at the table next to you talking, others bring their own food and drink, adding to the options on offer.
Others bring things like cards to play with, or dice and coins to gamble with, and set up spaces at tables toward the back. There's even an amateur fortune teller, heavy emphasis on amateur. Maybe you've got some party games of your own in mind, or you're a natural-born performer and want to hit the stage. Maybe you'd rather just grab a pint and lurk in the corner doing some people-watching. Or maybe you're just hungry and want to stuff a bunch of cheese in your pockets for later. Either way, there's something here for everyone.
As evening wears on, the peaceful inn party blossoms into a proper block bash. Even if you're not the partygoing sort, it'd be a little difficult to ignore the sheer ruckus going on downstairs while you attempt to read quietly in your room. The music, chatter and laughter carries on down the street, attracting even more people. By this point, it seems as if the food and drinks have multiplied, thanks mostly in part to others showing up with their own offerings, Chosen and local alike. It's getting rowdy in a few places—the music's louder and livelier, people are dancing and singing, and the gambling/party games' stakes seem to just keep climbing higher and higher. It's a good time all around. If you're not the quiet, loner type, anyway.
Thinking of sitting this one out? Think again: somebody starts going around to all the rooms and knocking on the doors, calling out to come join the fun. By the time you get to the door, though, whoever's up here disturbing the peace is gone, but maybe you can track them down by their voice at some point and wring their neck later.
In addition to the escalating merriment, all this imbibing also has the added benefit of loosening a few lips. Now's your chance to pick up the latest Aldrip gossip! You might even hear tell of a few pesky monsters that need slaying, so if you want to jump on that bounty before anyone else gets to it, you better act quickly. (But maybe don't run out into the woods in the middle of the night to fight monsters while inebriated... or do, nobody's stopping you.)
Late into the night, the festivities are still going, and they're... messy. Fortunately the drinks and provisions seem to have run to the bottom of the barrel, so those that've been partying hard for hours are getting cut off whether they like it or not. The band's getting tired, the tempo of the music fluctuating. Some people might like to go to bed sometime soon, so maybe now it's time for the voices of reason to tell those still dancing on top of the tables to get down. And why is there a chicken in here? ...And oh no, somebody tell those guys to take that swordfight outside!! Yeeaaahh, maybe it's about time to shut this production down.
Or maybe not. Let the good times roll until the sun comes up! That's up to you.
wildcard
So, when he takes a step into the tavern, he manages to push himself past the crowd, and over to the bartender. Astralin brushing some of his hair back, and speaking up a bit loudly so he can describe Kotone to him. Luckily, the bartender having seen her, points him in a general direction. Easily walking past the crowd, and placing a hand on Kotone's shoulder. Not to surprise her or anything, but here he is.]
Oh, my dear. There you are.
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Yeah. Water is fine! She's busy learning one of the more local dances when there's a hand on her shoulder, and while she tenses just a bit, she turns with a friendly smile, assuming someone's asking her to dance. Instead, when she sees who it is, her smile turns into a wide-eyed, exuberant surprise, and then she lunges forward to give Astralin a hug.]
You're back!
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Ah, good. You look well, my dear. It is a pleasure to see you again.
[He's grown quite a bit of courage throughout the. Well. Centuries, and he doesn't hesitate to let go so that he can sneak over to one of the couches to sit beside her. The locals moving just for him, and his very lengthy body. Water in his hands for the time being, since he didn't feel like drinking tonight. He rather just sit and talk to her for now, since it's been so long for him.]
I hope you are drinking water, and not anything more... Serious.
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Good to see you again, too! Where were you?
[She settles onto the couch next to him, crossing her legs at the ankle and resting her hands in her lap as she gazes up, trying to see if anything's different. It's only been a short time from her perspective, after all, so she isn't expecting to see much.
A snort of a laugh, and she shakes her head.]
Just water and juice. Everyone else is having a really good time, though!
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... I do not know. It just feels as if I took a very long nap. I am sorry if I worried you both, but I must admit, I feel as if I have changed.
[I mean. The fact that he was able to handle a crowd and all. Still, he's glad to see Kotone again, and they have much to catch up on. Astralin quickly waving his hand over to one of the waitresses to get something to drink. More than happy to just get a juice or something so he can relax.]
I do apologize that you two were stuck taking care of the farm. I... Owe you two much more than I already do.
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But she just shakes her head, frown easing into a smile as she glances at him.]
It's okay! Senpai slept on the couch, though, so you might want to remind him that he can use one of the bedrooms...
[Tattling on him... she doesn't feel bad about it, though. She'd done the same thing the first night, sleeping in the living room on one of the other couches for fear of intruding. The second night, she'd decided to take one of the beds, but it's probably best for Shinji to get the reassurance that he's allowed to stay, now that Astralin's returned.]
Where was the last place you were? Before your nap, I mean. You weren't in the forest, were you...?
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I will remind him when I see him. Thank you for letting me know, my dear. But I do hope that you used one of the bedrooms... I need not have to worry about you as well, you know.
[He already has a ton of kids and grandkids the needs to worry about and all.]
Mm... I was in the barn, with the animals. I arose in my bedroom afterward, but I do not know how long I was sleeping for. It feels... Like it has been a week, or two. Truly a strange phenomenon... I hope it does not happen again. I would not want to trouble you two.
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What a relief to have Astralin back, though. Her hands hurt from milking the cows, and shoveling stuff, and-- well, she hadn't known what to do with the plants, so she hadn't done anything with those. She'd mostly focused on making sure the animals were okay.]
It's been a week, I think, yeah. [Give or take a day or two. She looks up at him, tilting her head a little before glancing around the inn.] You seem pretty comfortable here. I thought you didn't like these kinds of crowded places?
[Based on how often she saw him retreat away from too much activity, that is. Maybe she'd been wrong!]
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I appreciate all that you and Shinjiro have done... A celebration is in order at the end of the week. But ah...
[Man. He's uh. Been through a lot of stuff, that's for sure. Lost in thought, he truly thinks about her words. His hand tapping at his chin rather sheepishly, and recounting all that he's been through since he's taken his, well. Nap and all.]
Mm... In my "youth", I certainly avoided such places. Now that... I am much older -- 300-400 years older, in fact, I do not have as much trouble as I used to. After having children of my own, and now grandchildren who are eager to take me to loud places, it is not too much trouble anymore. Not that it is my favorite -- I still prefer quieter places, but it is not bad.
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But wait--]
That's... a long time. [Understatement. She just kind of blinks at him with wide eyes, trying to fathom that. She can barely think about her life for the past seventeen, let alone a hundred. Let alone three or four hundred.]
You still remember us after that long...?
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Now... Why would I not remember? You, especially, as I see you as my own daughter.
[It's said so casually, and lovingly. It's quite natural for him to say such things, but there is a faint blush that spreads upon his cheeks. Luckily, the lighting of the tavern is enough to hide that color in his skin.]
You need not worry. I do not think I will be disappearing anytime soon. Things... A bit more calm at home, so I am not worried about my children, nor my spouses, or grandchildren. They will be alright.