Colorful fliers point the way through Chittentown's busy streets, directing anyone who will pay them any mind to the biggest party of the sweep. Advertisements have been out for a party at Underworld, one of the desert's popular clubs, that for once is appropriate for all ages. It's a Public Relationship Opportunity Meeting, designed to celebrate current relationships as well as create chances to meet someone new and special. So put on your sparkliest dress, tuxedo or whatever else is your finest attire and make the trek down to Underworld's first ever PROM!
Upon entry to the building, the music's pumping, the drinks are flowing and there's more balloons in the room than you've seen in the last sweep of your life. The club has been redecorated just for tonight with tables by the bar covered with refreshments, including a giant waterfall fountain of punch that hopefully has not been tampered with. On stage, various celebrities and acts cycle through show stopping performances all centered around the night's theme: quads. There are signs for a photo booth in one of the VIP rooms with cheesy props and accessories to pose with. The other back rooms have been repurposed with the latest technology from the Death Dancers dance battle equipment to give happy couples a chance to put their bond to the test by challenging other couples to a fight. And of course a giant dance floor waits in the middle of the main room for everyone to enjoy dancing the night away peacefully. Anyone up for a slow dance or two?
A waiter offers to take your coat into the coat check so you can jump right into the night's activities. Somehow, a giant corsage ends up pinned to your clothing or slipped around your wrist!
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Reminder: you may play more than one character in a large scale ORP but they should not heavily interact with each other otherwise you should consult the Playing With Yourself - Rules & Guidelines. If you avoid lengthy interactions between your own characters, you should be able to participate here and count towards growth for all of your characters. Have a wonderful prom!
Trolls of all ages may attend PROM! There is no age restriction to this event. Only teens and up may participate in the doubles battle opportunity but there is still plenty of party for kids to enjoy without that!
Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 12:30 am
Games It wouldn't be a party without any games! You are not required to play any games to participate in PROM and may choose to stick to RPing if you like. These are just for added flavor and fun if you're interested.
Punch Line
Ah, finally a lull in the action. Time for a nice refreshing glass of punch, right? Roll 1d10 to see what happens at the fountain!
Prompts 1. You don't know why but your drink tastes something FOUL and you feel kind of sick for a few minutes. 2. Oh crap, you spilled your drink all over yourself! Thankfully it doesn't stain but... gross. 3. A member of the waitstaff misunderstands and takes your drink away before you can drink it. 4. Someone behind you bumps you and your drink goes flying back into the fountain, whoops! 5. Instead of punch, you accidentally filled your glass from the chocolate fondue fountain instead. 6. This drink is really refreshing and you feel a second wind of energy coming on. 7. As you fill your glass, the waitstaff replenishes the refreshment table with fresh goodies, score! 8. A group of trolls compliment your outfit while you wait in line for punch together and you feel awesome. 9. Due to a misunderstanding, a random stranger tips you a beetle after taking your glass. Free money! 10. DUDE, THERE'S A JEWEL IN YOUR GLASS!
Prize A crystal glass of punch from a night to remember. (You can take this prize no matter what you roll)
Doubles Dance Battles
What would a prom be without a ton of dancing? Show off your battle prowess and the strength of your relationship by competing in a two on two dance battle against another couple! Make a separate BATT thread and throw down against another couple. You don't have to be officially quadmates to take part in this but it does have to be a doubles battle. Those who participate earn themselves a set of bracelets as a trophy for competing! Link to your finished battle in the ORP thread to claim your prize!
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[color=blue][size=18][b]The best things happen while you're dancing![/b][/size][/color] [size=9]Things that you would not do at home come naturally on the floor...[/size] [b]Couple One:[/b] list your name and your partner's name [b]Couple Two:[/b] list your enemies names' [b]Link:[/b] link to batt thread
Prizes A special set of bracelets to share with someone special in your life.
Photo Booth
Who doesn't love a cheesy photo booth to capture moments from an unforgettable night? There are various props and trinkets available to pose with! The photographer insists on only four trolls maximum for a photo but you're welcome to pose in smaller groups of two or three if you like. Solo shots will be granted but you'll get a very painful pitying look from the photographer. Only trolls that are attending the event are eligible to have their picture taken so please coordinate with other roleplayers if you have something in mind for this!
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[color=orange][b][size=18]Say cheese![/size][/b][/color] [b]Trolls:[/b] list the names of everyone in the picture with links to their journals (four trolls max, no exceptions, one troll minimum) [b]Props:[/b] pick up to three props per troll you would like and who is wearing what, you do not have to use any props if you would rather not (props available are mustaches on a stick, pearl necklaces, star antennae headbands, flower crowns, clip on bow ties, quad symbol rings) [b]Clothes:[/b] link to images of what your trolls are wearing if you have a dress or something in mind. these may be simplified based on the skill of the artist but we'll try to work with what you pick! [b]Quad:[/b] if this is a couple posing for a particular quad flavor, list the quad here to get a quad frame around the picture, the quad does not have to be official (or opt out of this option by writing N/A)
Prize You'll get a doodle of art from Yama or Dou if you play this game! We welcome other artists to join in as an art trade of sorts as well. Please be patient in regards to how long it takes the art to get to you and please don't request a ton of art in a row (let others get a turn too!).
Shout Out
If you'd like to give a shout out to someone, confess to a crush or brag about your awesome relationship, submit a note to the emcee and it'll be read over the mic in between songs. PM Yamashii or Doutei with details on who is submitting a note and what you'd like it to say. It'll get broadcast through Underworld's speakers as long as it doesn't break Gaia TOS!
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Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 12:33 am
Freebie Prizes Get your free loot for showing up! More will be added later in the event.
Bow Ties
A sequined bow tie to sparkle and dazzle everyone around you.
Corsages
A beautiful corsage of flowers with a shiny ribbon to celebrate PROM. Wear it on your wrist or pinned to your clothes!
Slippers
Fluffy comfortable slippers for sore feet after a night of dancing.
Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 12:34 am
Reserved For what? Wait and see!
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Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 8:13 pm
It had been several long weeks of planning for this one singular glorious night. The air almost felt charged with electricity and Cerpin Sugall grinned at the invincible feeling coursing through him. This was going to be a night to go down in Alternian history if he had anything to say about it! The doors were finally opening and he adjusted his tuxedo jacket to perfect his appearance. It was show time.
"Gooood evening, esteemed guests of tonight's first ever Public Relationship Opportunity Meeting, and welcome to Underworld!" Cerpin held a microphone as he walked out on stage to address the opening crowd, "We've got lots of surprises in store for you and your darlings tonight from our newly upgraded dance floor to a night packed full of performances from popular artists and newcomers alike!" Lulls in between big name performers would be filled in by the live house band and occasional DJ-ing from a friend of his.
"But don't forget that tonight's real stars are you, your friends and your dates. Everything here tonight is to celebrate you and to celebrate us. Without these bonds to tie us together, Alternia would be a cold lonely planet. Take tonight to really cherish those trolls that make you feel special and make you want to get out and party!" He emphasized these points by pointing out at the crowd and making a sweeping wave with his arm. Was Tevini watching out there? She had to be, right? A twinkle sparkled in Cerpin's ever mischievous eyes.
"We're gonna kick off with the show now but before we begin- if at any point you've got something special you'd like to share with the world, we're collecting notes and reading em out in between songs. Confessions, announcements, we're honoring you tonight so just get in touch with me or the emcee. Now then, let's dance!" Cerpin slipped the microphone into its stand and waved to the crowd as he hopped off stage so they could begin their first song. He'd be performing later tonight, after he made sure all his plans were coming together nicely.
Now then, where was Aerona? Or Mahmud? Hell, he wondered if Deimos was actually going to show up.
Why did Cerpin have to throw this party. Why. Why?? After that New Sweep's Eve disaster all that time ago, Mahmud had made it a point to try and avoid any big shindigs if he could. Yet clearly this plan was not meant to be, because here he was, gussied up, ready to work this place. And by work and "required to come", he sincerely hoped his boss-friend in all of Alternia meant he had to fix a toilet or two. For once he hoped that was the case.
... But okay, he wasn't ready to fix anything just yet. And these gloves kept kinda slipping. And his face was a little itchy. This was going to suck.
Sighing, Mahmud reached for a drink of punch and slammed it down... or tried to at least, before it was snatched out of his hands. WHAT THE HELL. Guess he couldn't even have a drink! A little irritated by this, Mahmud decided to start making his rounds around the place, hoping to find something that needed repairing already.
He was, right up until the point that he stepped through the door, pretty confident about actually going to an event. But naturally, that feeling dissipated the instant he laid eyes on what the inside of Underworld actually looked like for this event. Regret- Cerpin had played him like a fiddle challenging him to decline the invitation... something he just could not do. He'd even gone so far as to actually dress up, a little more delicately than usual. It felt a little alien which probably just made things a little more jarring- he should've stuck with something familiar.
Still- he was there, he might as well stick around for a bit and then duck out before things got too awkward.
Too late. The tealblood stared as Cerpin did his introduction, focusing largely on things he did not care to be involved with. He'd just reached the point where he could order a drink by the time Cerpin was stepping off the stage- except- wait. The drink.. He sighed in annoyance and left the line. Fine. No drink. No... person to hang around with. He'd go find a nice corner to occupy until he'd filled his 'I showed up to this event now you can't call me a cluckbeast' quota and call it a night. At least Mahmud was there- he spotted the brownblood also dressed up - and waved slightly. He probably hadn't seen it- he looked busy.
Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 8:42 pm
When he'd first seen it, Amonee had cried. His dress was perfect. When he'd tried it on, he sobbed. Hemera had truly outdone herself with this masterpiece! It was his favorite color, a delicate shade of pink and covered with charming little floral decals and beads. The back was just as fanciful as the front with an elaborate jewelry piece that made him feel like a goddess. It was truly the most splendid garment he'd ever seen.
Imagine his surprise when Nucleo had replaced that by pulling the handsomest coziest suit out of his luggage and putting it on after they'd checked into the hotel in Chittentown.
Well, okay, maybe that had had more to do with who was inside the garment rather than the outside of it.
"It's amazing, isn't it? There's nothing like it back on the mountain." Amonee commented as the two of them entered the club and took in the sight of what modern entertainment looked like these nights. It was everything he had hoped it would be from what he saw on his TV dramas. A giant dance floor, a live band, tables of food and glamorous trolls dolled up in their finest. He didn't know what to start with! The jadeblood looked shyly at his date, still amazed that he'd managed to convince his friend to come with him. Maybe tonight would be the night.
"Do you, um, want to... eat?" Amonee chickened out of asking for a dance at the last second. Nucleo was in the food and drink business. He probably would actually enjoy checking out the quality of tonight's refreshments anyways.
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5Total: 5 (1-10)
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Static Charge Static stood outside the club for a moment, readjusting his suite, complete with his military rank pins. He didn't know why he would ever not wear his military pin and badge to anything formal, i mean, it's Ragina's planet, who here wasn't serving under the Empress in some way? The blueblood finally decided his clothing was in as much of an order as it would get, and opened the door.
He was hit with a wave of club music, party lights, and the spell of many trolls packed together dancing. Hesitantly, the blueblood stepped into the building, and felt incredibly out of place. Where was he to even begin looking for Mahmud? Well, first things first, an easy one, the punch. Static approached the bowl of liquid. He must have been too busy looking all around for Mahmud, because next thing he knew it, he had a cup full of chocolate.
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5Total: 5 (1-10)
Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2018 11:28 pm
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5. Instead of punch, you accidentally filled your glass from the chocolate fondue fountain instead.
"Wow this place looks incredible!" Nucleo took in the room, amazed. It seemed anything that could glitter was. Walking beside Amonee, the greenblood hoped he'd achieved his goal of looking like he belonged there. Nucleo was aware Amonee was known for his sense of fashion. He'd done his best to secure a suitable outfit so he wouldn't bring down Amonee's reputation. Plus it was nice to dress up every once in a while. It was a little embarrassing how much the jadeblood had praised his choice but he'd enjoyed the little fuss he'd made.
"I might argue your paintings are still more beautiful but I know what you mean." Nucleo chuckled, teasing his companion lightly. They'd had a good amount of time to get back to their roots on Busthind after toiling away on the spaceships. The barista wasn't sure he'd ever see the city the way he used to but he was warming back up to it again. The loud music was a little much but that was sort of the point of tonight, wasn't it? Along with the bright lights and shiny decorations.
"Sure, let's check out the refreshments." He replied, surprised Amonee was hungry already. Perhaps he wanted to hit the snacks before everything good was gone. Nucleo could respect that. He placed a hand on Amonee's back to gently guide him but mostly to make sure he stayed with him as they walked. Once at the table he grabbed a glass and started looking over the available options. Absentmindedly, Nucleo's hand drifted towards the chocolate fountain and began to fill his cup. It was only when he finally reached for the punch ladle that he realized what'd happened!
"Oops! Guess I'm having chocolate milk!" The greenblood blushed sheepishly.
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In her crisp suit, Aerona felt oddly like she had no obligations. No dates, at least - no pressure to act a fool or cause a scene. She looked like a well-groomed caterer, and honestly, while she wasn't working tonight - she could have slipped into the role as any excuse not to go along with one of Cerpin's hare-brained schemes. Party planning may not have been scheming in a regular purpleblood's book, but the more attention Cerpin drew to himself and to Underworld, the more it tied her guts in knots. She practically lived here now. As did - well, a really baffling number of trolls who (ironically) had gravitated towards him. Granted, she was still getting settled in, figuratively and literally. The stiff feeling of paranoia was something that a drink could fix, but as luck would have it the crown-prince of ill-advised Alternia-wide parties was throwing a tot parade. Only punch and liquid chocolate for her tonight.
She tugged at her sleeves, and adjusted the high collar of her shirt. Who was she? Aerona used to have fun. Reckless, stupid, poorly thought out fun. She'd even take part in highblooded frivolities, if nothing but to spite them. Like exactly what Cerpin was serving up. Maybe since the mission high above Alternia's atmosphere, things had changed.
Cursing herself for her dour mood, Aerona looked for Cerpin among the crowd after his speech, angling to give him a talking to.
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Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2018 4:43 am
Poe arrived to the club anxiously. In his mind, he still had the words written on the invite bouncing around. He's waiting for you. He had somehow managed to dress nice with Wander's help, a dark wool suit with a green vest, cinched tight. He let them pin his boutonniere to his chest, and tried not to fuss too much when they wanted to take his coat. Quickly, he pulled his dart pouch out of his coat and put them in his pocket.
Gravitating to the nearest wall, he looked at the party. Too many balloons, loud noises, and his clothes made him feel antsy. Leaning down, Poe began to roll up the pant leg of his suit to shorts-length. Sorry Wander... he just. Could not keep it like that. A skirt might have been better. Maybe he'd get a drink before finding out where Mahmud was in this place.
But this event. It was definitely a date for him and Mahmud, right? The thought made Poe's bloodpusher pound in his chest, and he curled his fist over his tie, adjusting it again.
A few rounds of pacing and Mahmud had already given up trying to find something to do. It was with a heavy sigh that he just found a wall to lean against and closed his eyes. Parties. Why did it have to be a party? Though he knew it was wrong to think this way, he sincerely hoped that Aerona and Tevini were just as miserable as him right now. Just so you know, he didn't feel so alone. Everything was too loud tonight (which strange, since wasn't it this loud every night?). The club was too packed (really, it was always packed...). And...
Oh gog. Wait. Was that...
His vascular chestpusher did a triple ******** loop into the deep end as he caught sight of Static from across the room. Static was here, here, at the Underworld. Why? Who? Was this for real? A big grin slowly crept onto his face as he started pushing through throngs of people to get to him. Static was here! Oh man, oh gosh! "Static!"
Once he finally managed to get through, he was actually laughing a bit from nerves, and joy, and also because of all the places to wear a military uniform he chose Underworld. "What are you doing here?! Oh my gog you look great!" Mahmud leaned over and gave him a kiss on the cheek, smiling from spongeclot to spongeclot. "... And..." Now the giggling from before was growing stronger. "WHY are you drinking chocolate?"
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My goal is to split time evenly between the two of you as much as I can! So please be assured you will be RPed with guys! <3
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7Total: 7 (1-10)
Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2018 10:12 am
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7. As you fill your glass, the waitstaff replenishes the refreshment table with fresh goodies, score!
It was like a hunt. Quella just kept telling herself that. It didn't matter that her pumpbiscuit felt like it wanted to jump straight out of her chest. She wasn't scared at all. The blueblood readjusted the strap on her dress, then did it again, then again. Stupid thing didn't fit right. It made her feel uncomfortable. If all the things Eridia had picked out why did it have to be this... stupid thin thing? The dress didn't even have any armor! What kind of self-respecting troll would be seen in something like this. Quella flushed deeply, snorted, and shook her head. This was a terrible idea.
The blueblood steeled herself up again, daring herself to head into the nightclub. She could already hear the dull thump of music from outside, and Quella could tell she was gonna have an instant headache the moment she went inside. Deep breath, hunter. Here goes nothing.
The door swung open, and Quella found herself pressed back by the crush of troll bodies almost immediately. There were so many trolls here! The blueblood towered above the rest of the party, but even so, there were so many faces. Looking for Masoal was like trying to find a leaf in a flurry. Quella had no idea at all where to start. He WOULD show up, right? He didn't seem like the kind of troll to back down from a challenge.
A quick scan of the room didn't reveal the tealblood anywhere, but she did spot some snack tables on the far end of the room. If she couldn't track down Masoal, at the very least she could try to get something to eat. The hunter tottered around the outskirts of the party until she reached the table, not used to these terrible shoes with the spikes on the end. How in the world did Scorpa walk around in these things? Quella grabbed a cup of punch just as the wait staff was beginning to restock the table. Her lookstubs gleamed as she started tucking into the snacks.
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Static Charge Due to a misunderstanding, a random stranger tips you a beetle after taking your glass. Free money! Static beamed as Mahmud approached, and the boy blushed as he saw the brownblood. His mouth went dry and he found it a little hard to talk. "You look really good," The blueblood managed. "You look really pretty..." He tried not to stare at Mahmud, he was just so beautiful in his dress! Not to mention the jewelry he had in his horns. "I like these," He said, running a finger along the horn jewelry. "I should have asked you for help getting my own, um, prom clothes." Static blushed again, imagining Mahmud picking out his clothes. He beamed when Mahmud kissed his cheek.
The blueblood quirked his head to the side. "Um, didn't you, well, invite me?" He pulled out the flyer, complete with Cerpin's handwriting. Static looked into his cup and frowned. Really, he hadnt even noticed he had gotten chocolate. The blueblood tried to put it back on the table, but ended up handing it to some stranger instead. A little confused by that exchange, the blueblood turned back to Mahmud, "Do you... want to dance?"
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