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peachymint generated a random number between
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3!
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 Posted: Thu Oct 25, 2007 8:56 pm
((Pools of Doom))
Jae was shocked at how close that last shot had been. It had almost hit the target. However, it was a little off to the side. How to fix that problem?! She wasn't sure.
Last shot! She shifted a bit to the side, maybe that would correct the flight of the balls path. Winding up once more, she made the best effort she could to dunk the pirate, all professional differences aside!
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Posted: Thu Oct 25, 2007 9:00 pm
((Pools of Doom))
Bursting into a fit of laughter, Jae watched as her ball somehow managed to bounce off of the tarp and INTO the dunk tank!!
That was new!! It hadn't even made enough of a splash to even spritz Tsu or Natsuki!
Jogging up, she attempted to reach up and grab it.
"Sorry about that last one!" she apologized. "I honestly don't have any problems with pirates, honest!"
Maybe it wasn't so bad that she had had an opportunity to run up. Trying to be discreet, she attempted to study a bit of Tsu's features in the moonlight. So this was Natsuki's kind of guy!!
((Edit: edited so as to not make it seem like Jae is checking Tsu out, lol))
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 1:08 am
[[Pools of Doom // Pools of Doom (kinda)]]
Tsu breathed a sigh of relief. So far the line of customers had passed by too quick to really keep track. All he knew was he was still dry.... miraculously. "At this rate it's going to have to rain for me to get wet." Tsu laughed aloud, his confidence bolstering that no one had managed to hit the target yet.
That last outburst of laughter made Zavier stop in his tracks. "You know... I'd really like to see someone dunk him. Even if that person is me." Zave finally said coolly. "Let's get in line. Thinking better of tugging Lazarus around, Zavier moved through the crowd purposely, also making sure to check that Lazarus was going to come. "Don't you want to try and dunk Tsu again?"
"Don't worry 'bout it luv." Tsu said with a wink at Jae "No harm done. To my pride or myself at least. The waters just a bit more choppy now."
Tsu noticed his charge was waiting in the line at the dunk tank. Turning back to Natsuki he said quickly, "Well... we could ask him now!
"Hey Zave, how would you like to be Zorro tonight? Natsuki said she has an extra costume!"
Zave mulled it over, as much as he wanted to say no... Natsuki had offered and Tsu had thought to ask for permission for once. Finally sighing he shouted back "Sure, if it's not too much trouble!"
Tsu turned back to Natsuki and relayed "As you heard. He wouldn't mind, as long as it's not a bother."
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 1:24 am
((Pools of Doom => Parking (and back again))
Natsuki thrived on projects, especially when it came dressing up people. Perhaps in another life she was a costumer or personal stylist, and that was why she loved the theatre so much. "I wouldn't have offered if it were an inconvenience, Tsu. It's my pleasure, so I'll be back in a few minutes. Try to keep dry," Natsuki said, rising up and descending the ladder. Looking back over her shoulder, she gave a tender smile, one that looked quite out of place in comparison to her very, sexy costume.
Walking out to her car, she clicked off the alarm and popped the trunk. Flicking through the hangers of clothes, she pulled a black cape, black Spanish style shirt, and the signature bandana mask of Zorro. Opening a hat box, she plucked up the black hat of the Spanish hero, tucking the black gloves inside. After the car was locked again, she wandered back to the Pools of Doom, approaching Zavier and Lazarus with the makings of a hero in her arms. "One Zorro to go, Zavier. If you need any help, just ask me," Natsuki said, holding the costume out to the stormy raevan. There was a silver sparkle in her eyes, possibly from the moonlight.
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 1:54 am
[[Pools of Doom]]
"Thank you." Zave made a small smile as he took the costume from Natsuki and looked over it. The black on black on black ensemble, but it might be fun to try it out. Pulling the shirt over his head, he carefully made sure that his wings wouldn't be awkward in any way. Unfortunately they were still a little jammed in there.
"Natsuki, I don't want to cut this... but is there any way I could get my wings to fit? It's kinda tight...."
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:13 am
((Pools of Doom))
A grand oversight, caused the Cafe Owner to flush with embarrassment. She had completely forgot about Zavier's wings. While the cape could be draped strategically, the shirt posed a rather perplexing challenge. Not like she hadn't been faced with similar problems in the past. Even proper tailored clothing sometimes were too snug or loose, and required last minute attention. Touching the wing bulges on the raevan's back, Natsuki realized the shirt seams ran close enough, that she could cut them so Zav's wings could poke out.
"Take the shirt off, Zav. I've got an idea" Natsuki reassured him, swinging her compact pack off her back and digging inside it. Pulling out her sewing kit, she took out a small seam ripper and a compact pair of sheers. "We'll just cut these seams, so you can enjoy the party tonight, and I'll sew them back up in the morning," Natsuki smiled, quited impressed with her own fast thinking. Checking the cape, she found similar seams which ran along the spine area. "In the mean time, put on the gloves and mask, and then lob a couple of 'cannon balls' at Tsu, while I am fixing these."
It was just the challenge she needed to keep her mind off other things. There was no sense in keeping everyone from enjoying themselves .
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tsu 5 e generated a random number between
1 and 60 ...
34!
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:18 am
[[Pools of Doom // Pools of Doom]]]
It was all well and good what Natsuki decided to do. If Zave had a costume, it would be fun, but as he mentioned before, he didn't care if he wasn't wearing one either. He just didn't want it to be a bother. Might as well throw a ball while I wait... Zave decided.
"I'll put the costume on the table here," Zave said carefully laying the clothes down on the table by the bucket of balls. "Please let me know what you decide."
Picking up one of the balls, he turned toward the dunk tank and looked squarely at Tsu then at the trigger. Please hit!
"Are you seriously planning on throwing?!" Tsu looked surprised at Zave. He even broke out of character a bit. "Well shiver me timbers, this scallawag thinks he can throw me overboard!"
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:39 am
((Pools of Doom))
Natsuki snickered to herself, as Tsu broke character to question Zavier about his intentions of dunking his own guardian. With the use of the table, she made quick work of the shirt. First, turning it inside out and lightly clipping the threads. Using safety pins, she pinned the tops and bottoms of the new wing holes, to prevent the seams from completely unraveling. Once, Zavier put the garment on, she'd use an additional pair to pin the shirt flaps together, so he didn't get a chilly back.
"You can do it, Zavier!" Natsuki cheered, looking up from her work to spread a little sunshine the raevan's way. To her, part of the dunk tank's fun was cheering others on, and getting caught up in all of the excitement. Anticipation. Adrenaline. Energy. It was a great way to keep warm. Using her fingers as makeshift rulers, she guess-timated the appropriate openings for the cape. The dim lighting proved a challenge, but the sateen inner lining reflected the light just enough to shed some light on the subject. Like the shirt before it, she used baby-safety pins to keep the fabric together, despite the newly installed, air-vents. "There we go. That should work just splendidly," Natsuki said, reassuring herself. It had been a while since she'd last done seamstress work, but one wouldn't be able to tell by the pace she worked at. Looping her fingers in her belt loop, she glanced back and forth between Zavier and Tsu.
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tsu 5 e generated a random number between
1 and 60 ...
4!
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:40 am
[[Pools of Doom]]
The ball wizzed over the target and hit the dirt behind the tank. Luckily Natsuki was moving to the table to take care of the cape and not behind the tank anymore.
Well THAT was embarrassing.
He nodded in agreement to what Natsuki suggested. Slipping on the black leather gloves and the mask... he started making the transformation to Zarro before their eyes. (Zorro made Zave style)
"Sorry to make you cut that shirt." Zave offered before picking the next ball up and refocusing.
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tsu 5 e generated a random number between
1 and 60 ...
60!
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:49 am
[[Pools of Doom]]
Zave had to admit Natsuki worked fast! Slipping off the gloves, he put the shirt on once more and tested it out. The holes were just big enough to put his wings through without a problem. Finally came the cape, tying it in place... Zave transformed into Zorro right before their very eyes. He placed the hat over his head in a dashing way and finally put on the gloves for the final touch. Zarro was born!
"Thank you, my seniorita." Zave tried a soft voice for this and hoped it had it's effect.
Trying to build up confidence, Zave picked up his last ball. C'mon... hit the target! He thought with all his might as he took the ball and tossed it towards the general direction of the tank. Or so he hoped... for his eyes were still closed.
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:57 am
((Pools of Doom))
"Never apologize for sacrifices made in the name of Fashion, Zavier. I wouldn't have offered, if it were a problem." the red head smiled, watching Zavier's almost seamless transformation from Stormy Frei to Spanish Hero. Admittedly, she was proud of the costume selection, and relieved that it was easily adaptable for raevan needs. She'd need to keep that in mind for next time.
"It's my pleasure, Zarro. May you enjoy the evening with your new identity!" Natsuki said, giving a ladylike curtsy, sans skirt. Packing up her things again, she shook her head. Tsu hadn't budged in the slightest.
((Tsu gets uber-kudos for thinking up 'Zarro' (the Zav + Zorro hybrid alias)! ))
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 4:16 am
[[ Shadow Chateau ]]
With a terrible glare, Isi watched as Alex extended her hand. He knew that she meant well, but there was something inside him that immediately responded with a protective growl and angered hiss. Without even making a motion towards her hand, Isikoro rolled over onto his knees, picked up his crutches, fixed them to his arms and awkwardly pulled himself up and straightened his legs. Having gotten onto his feet by himself, Isikoro gave a sigh and turned to Alex, his expression changed and softened like melted butter.
"Sorry, Alex...Uh, oh! I wanted to tell you thank you for the halloween gift. Eiry loves it and he won't let me touch it because he keeps it in his box all the time. Um..." in confused reply to her other questions, Isi looked around, as if lost, "Aphi? I don't know where he is. I haven't seen him all evening. I'm actually supposed to be looking for him, now."
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 8:18 am
((Shadow Chateau))
The woman sighed as Isi clambored to his feet, but retained a small smile, not at all taking the boy's refusal for help personally. She had figured he'd be angry at her for it, but it was too rude for her to consider just standing there and staring expectantly; she liked Isi enough to suffer his wrath, on the off chance his mind changed even once. Alex reached over and gave his shoulder a fond squeeze, a soft chuckle escaping her. "Don't apologize," she smiled quietly before adding, "You're welcome. I saw this adorable little girl selling them, I suppose I got carried away. It happens," she explained cheerfully. "I'm glad he likes it. I just hope whatever is in there isn't...problematic." She didn't like admitting that she didn't know what she bought, but she knew there was something mystical about them; worst come to worst, it shouldn't be more than a fun little trick. Hopefully...
Isi's expression brought her back to herself, her smile quirking into a half frown. "So he's in hiding?" She tapped her lip thoughtfully, glancing down to Munchies before looking around suspiciously. "If you know what he's wearing, the two of us shouldn't have a problem tracking him down, so long as he's downstairs." Alex had noticed the baricaded stairwell in passing, and if Aphismet was hiding up there...oh, she'd give him no end of heckling the next time she did see him! The very thought of teasing the young man brought a strange smile, mixed with mischevious intentions and glee.
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 9:15 am
((Pools of Doom))
It was shocking how different Kyou and Tsu were. Tsu...kind of reminded Jae of one of her uncles!!
But his comments and wink earned him a grin and giggle from the young lady. "Spoken like a true man of the sea! Well then, I leave ye and ye lass to be!" she teased, winking at Natsuki before skipping off over towards the Bobbing Pool.
As she stepped up to the Bobbing Pool, she looked at it. Shiny apples playfully floated in the smooth surface of the water, but there were bags of something at the bottom!
Looks like the first one to be getting wet would be Jae instead of Tsu! She removed the headband and vest from her costume, not wanting them wet. The tank underneath was an old bikini top, so ironically, it was meant to get wet....!
Taking a deep breath, she plunged her torso into the tub-- COLD!!!
SPLASH!!!! Water splashed about as she struggled to grab one of the zipper bags at the bottom. Finally, she managed to bite down on the corner of one!! Quickly, she pulled herself out of the water, unfortunately, she also knocked some apples out of the tub, but whatever!!! She flung her head to toss the bag onto her vest, and sprinted for the towels.
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 9:16 am
(( Pools of doom / Pools of doom ))
Both Kyou and Lazarus were cheering for Zavier in the background when he was pitching. But when the last ball missed by miles again, both of them let out a cry of disappointment simultaneously.
"Damn you Tsu!!" Kyou shouted with a fist in the air. "Why is lady luck seem to be siding you all night?" he cried, unsatisfied. It's true though, the odd misses and missing balls that were either lost in the marshes or stuck on the rooftops are surprisingly a lot tonight. It's like someone or something jinxed the pitches.
"You missed dunking Tsu, but at least you gained a costume in the process!" Lazarus casually reaches across Zavier's back and patted his shoulders softly, consoling him. "Maybe you should try keeping your eyes open next time when throwing the ball!"
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