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Post by 𝕾𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖒𝖗𝖆𝖌𝖊 on Jul 13, 2021 15:12:37 GMT -5
( I’m good with that. I’ll prob reply tomorrow )
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 13, 2021 21:21:36 GMT -5
[ Oh, no, that makes sense! ^^
I don't think Calliope is currently in the club, so that's why I was wondering if things might be taken outside. Do they already know how she could be involved? I'm trying to figure out how to introduce Juste but I can't yet find a reason for him to interact with her either haha ^^" ]
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Post by leilarf on Jul 14, 2021 0:49:34 GMT -5
( Sorry for the late response, I'm open to all of those ideas! Also if need be I can move Calliope into the club somehow, I just didn't want to barge into you guys' roleplaying just in case you had plans already lol. ALSO I'm very down for Xiao and Calliope to know eachother! Also I made a new side character so if that helps anyone get any ideas for introducing their characters feel free :^) )
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 14, 2021 0:59:11 GMT -5
NUADHA L. BELVEDERE
✘ LOCATION: THE SATIN CLUB ✘
|- The nervous energy didn't quite go away, it simply paled in comparison to the pleasant feeling that Lucia's smile brought. Nuadha straightened with an answering one, fingers flexing in brief indecision before he gently set them on her waist as she took the flowers from his opposite arm. He'd been worrying over how to deal with the accompanying branch that kept them fresh, but found his answer when her dark curls bounced as she tipped her head back.
"Of course they're yours! Always!" The vampire has always had a naturally soft voice, but there's an insistent undercurrent to his tone here. Lucia should always be greeted with gratitude after her shows. She's worked so hard to get to this point, even if it's currently all muscle memory. He'd recently shared that he has already grown tired of his routine and likes to discuss ways that they would change or improve on things within their troupe. Until then, Nuadha simply tries to show Lucia that her current efforts are appreciated.
"I would have to credit Song for being a mind reader," he admits bashfully, "I told him I wanted to give you a pick-me-up and he offered these as well~" Nuadha cants his head briefly and slants his gaze away, searching for his next words. "The city is tense at the moment and I worry that the atmosphere may bother you...even amongst all of this foul-smelling finery." He doesn't make his utter disdain for the irreverent nature of the Satin Club and its devoted clientele a secret, but he generally tries to rein it in for Lucia's sake. Thus, his tone remains mild despite the pronounced wrinkle to his nose.
"Apple blossoms are meant to represent 'good fortune' and 'better things to come'. I hope these would be of some comfort to you..." Nuadha carefully removes a small protruding branch topped with a blossom and gestures towards her hair. "May I?"
His face is warm- he struggles with expressing affection, even without an audience- and attempts to hide his blush by accepting her kiss. There is more that he wants to say, but he is momentarily distracted by the desire for a second and third. Nuadha ends with his thumb gently wiping at the corner of her mouth, tasting lipstick on his tongue. Now that he isn't anxiously plucking at her waist, he notices that her facepaint hasn't been meticulously removed as usual. Flakes of white crumble onto the pads of his gloves. Nuadha doesn't have long to ponder this, as Lucia anxiously sinks into the nearest chair and Nuadha drops with her.
"Why? What's wrong?" He tries not to sound panicked, keeping his voice pitched low as he moves to kneel in front of her and anxiously takes her pale face in his hands. Nuadha hadn't paid enough attention to that unsettled feeling that lurked just outside his awareness. Could this be related? It's too much of a coincidence, isn't it? What about the flowers?
The vampire only realizes belatedly that he can no longer engage in his human habit of anxiously biting his lip, as sharpened teeth quickly result in it bleeding. He pays it no mind, leaning forward to press his forehead to Lucia's to gauge the difference in their temperatures. Nuadha drops back onto his heels with a frown. "He won't mind." Gentle and firm, not meant as a threat though it definitely is.
"Would you like something to drink first?"
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 14, 2021 1:12:56 GMT -5
[ I remain ~sleepy~ but I managed this! ^^" ]
[ Oh, that's no problem Leilarf!
And that's great! ^^ Song may deal with flowers, but that's not related to his magic. I already thought that he and Juste might have some ties to the Alchemist because of that- so those are some more character ties on lock!
What do you think their relationship would be like? I imagine Xiao would see her as a business partner because he needs potions & the like to manage his flowers and all of the other things he's doing. He'd also be very friendly & playful- he'd be passive-aggressive about her being taller though lol
and he's supposed to be flirtatious but I can't write flirty characters so rip to that haha~ ]
[ I was also thinking that Juste could track Calliope down and be like "why are you not working??" because he needs a potion top-up lol
[ Also- I know that my characters might be difficult to imagine so there's art on their joining forms if anyone wants a reference! ]
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Post by leilarf on Jul 14, 2021 1:43:31 GMT -5
(All of that sounds good to me, Hushabye! Also them being business partners sounds great. I can imagine their dynamic would be really fun since he’s a playful and teasing type and she’s more of an uptight stick-in-the-mud lol. She’d still be friendly as well though! Also Calliope only grows herbs in her garden so I can also imagine Xiao being her go-to florist for when she needs petals as potion supplies or something like that lol.)
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 14, 2021 2:14:53 GMT -5
[ Thanks! He's just a li'l sweetheart~
Juste's art was done by a friend and the other two boys were designs the artists wanted to give away- and I couldn't not jump at the chance haha
I only realized belatedly that Xiao's design is a lot more dated than the 1920s lol ]
[ That sounds awesome glow! ^^ I'm glad you have all of these opportunities to go out and be active! It's too hot here haha~ ]
[ Absolutely! Xiao would be the glitzy party friend! He'd respect her boundaries but also want her to find new ways to have fun~ ]
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Post by Pearl on Jul 14, 2021 3:44:30 GMT -5
(It all looks good. Leif is open to anyone, as is Tacita, Aoife and Soren.)
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Post by parisiansteve on Jul 14, 2021 14:54:54 GMT -5
[ hey all! sorry for not being on so much - I've been studying for an economics exam! My character will be made tonight and I'll be able to start plotting and writing! ^^
ℊℓоω also - I was wondering if you had a preference as to whether The Jewel is affiliated. I currently have her as a sort of socialite heiress that isn't affiliated, but her family does business with the two gangs in a shady kind of way. Let me know what you prefer! ]
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Post by parisiansteve on Jul 14, 2021 23:47:07 GMT -5
[ yay! I just finished her, but will have to get writing tomorrow - finishing up some studying! Will get writing tomorrow! let me know if you had any plot ideas for her, of if you're cool with me just free rollin' c: ]
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 16, 2021 2:32:07 GMT -5
[ lol get your rest! We aren't in a rush~ ] [ Also parisiansteve, Xiao is a socialite butterfly so we can create a preestablished relationship between him and Eliza as well! They can be frenemies or friends depending on how well their personalities mesh~ He isn't the type to fully lambast people but he'd make fun of them and hint at his true thoughts- I can imagine him enjoying being Eliza's foil though~ ^^ ] |
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Post by Pearl on Jul 16, 2021 5:35:00 GMT -5
(Take your time.)
(Leif will most likely know one secret that belongs to everyone if he wasn't caught by them. Tacita will most probably try to stay out of the limelight. She would never go to places like the Satin Club, but she'll most likely live near the Vinehouse. Aoife will be at the Satin Club most nights looking for a meal. She's the easiest to find, and the most flamboyant, wearing expensive things if she can, and acting incredibly vain and indecent. Soren is the crankiest of the lot, and will most likely stick near the Institution.)
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Post by parisiansteve on Jul 16, 2021 20:11:15 GMT -5
[ lol get your rest! We aren't in a rush~ ] [ Also parisiansteve , Xiao is a socialite butterfly so we can create a preestablished relationship between him and Eliza as well! They can be frenemies or friends depending on how well their personalities mesh~ He isn't the type to fully lambast people but he'd make fun of them and hint at his true thoughts- I can imagine him enjoying being Eliza's foil though~ ^^ ]
Lmao xD Eliza is ~certainly~ the type to lambast people, so it'd be fun to have them know each other. We can involve them in the plot together somehow, too! i'm still deciding what the best way is to weave her in... any ideas appreciated!
ℊℓоω I was wondering if you imagined Eliza as the Jewel being suspected of the crime or involved in some way? It would help me generate some ideas on how to start getting her involved! ^^ if you have any ideas, I'd love to hear them, too! always! ] |
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 16, 2021 21:01:39 GMT -5
[ That all sounds great glow! ^^ lol that'd be interesting! You don't see much rep for polyamory in media~ I was actually considering it for a set of my own characters hm- On the 'godfather' note, I'll see which OCs/ideas I have that can match but anyone is free to jump in if they have immediate plans! ] [ Okay! Edit:: Circumstances wouldn't have allowed for childhood friends but they could have met at a party and united over the creation of a Burn Book or something lol ] [ Hm sorry I don't have any ideas at the moment- but you can always have her just drop by Xiao's shop and we can feel out their relationship~ ] [ Okay Pearl ! When I think of some secrets for the boys I'll let you know! And if you want character ties, you can always connect your characters to Xiao- or just let me know if there are other relationships you want to add, such as with Juste or Nuadha ^^ ] |
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Post by 𝕾𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖒𝖗𝖆𝖌𝖊 on Jul 16, 2021 22:39:37 GMT -5
KOANE
✘ LOCATION: THE SATIN CLUB ✘
The detective didn’t immediately react to Koane’s presence. The werewolf smiled to himself, glancing at the human out of the corner of his eye. For someone whose nose was often buried in the middle of the supernatural community, and whose job it was to track down criminals, often earning him enemies of the immortal variety, Audo had a mean poker face. Although he did not know Koane was a werewolf, both men were away that Audo suspected something. And yet, there wasn’t a trace of fear in Audo’s face or his scent. That was good, Koane decided. If you were going to dance with people who could shatter your bones and tear you apart with minimal effort, showing fear was a bad thing. Most supernaturals would jump on anyone showing even the mere hint of weakness. Even if Koane made it his life’s work to protect humans and those weaker on the power spectrum, even he wasn’t immune to the innate instinct to dominate.
His wolf let out a rumbling growl. The beast recognized Audo as a friend, and even an ally, but wasn’t content in their relationship. As an alpha, it was his nature to protect. But in doing so, it often required quite a bit of dominance. Alphas were headstrong and demanding, and often didn’t take well to not getting their way. Koane himself wasn’t all that domineering, although he could be stubborn. Oh, Koane was happy enough to take the lead in situations, but he was more subtle about it. And if something required that he take a step back, he was usually happy to do so. The wolf enhanced those aspects of his personality, and made ignoring instincts more difficult. His wolf wanted to assert their dominance, to show Audo that he was the alpha in this strange pack. Ignoring the wolf chafed.
“Have trouble finding a taxi?” Audo asked, poking at the fact that Koane was fashionably late. The werewolf sniffed a bit haughtily.
“Something like that,” Koane replied, turning to watch the stage again.
“The table is on my tab if you want something to eat or drink. But make it quick. We’ll head backstage during the intermission.” Koane made a noncommittal sound in response. He kept half of his attention on the stage, but scanned the rest of the building, noting each entrance and exit. There were few windows, which wasn’t surprising – technically, the club’s business was illegal. Prohibition was in full force. Some time later, intermission finally rolled around. Koane watched as the puppet lady danced her way backstage. There was something about the way she moved that bothered him – almost as if she were preparing to flee? She seemed almost desperate to get off stage, relieved that intermission was finally here. Had someone tipped her that Audo was coming? Even if she had nothing to hide, talking to cops made anyone nervous. He couldn’t say he blamed her. But then, he may have just been paranoid. Perhaps she was relieved to be taking a break. He wasn't a performer, but he imagined it could be exhausting work. Still, his instincts were telling him it ran deeper than just relief at a break.
“Your little bird is getting ready to fly, I think,” he told Audo in his usual rumble. “Best hurry now, lest she make for the wind.”
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Post by Pearl on Jul 17, 2021 2:10:10 GMT -5
(Hushabye I believe Tacita would dislike Xiao quite a bit. His playful and flamboyant nature would really irk her. It's the same with Soren. Aoife, however, would actually take interest in Xiao. Soren would prefer Juste. That straightforward and loyal nature of his would mesh well with Soren's abrasive demeanour, even if Soren is cantankerous.
As for the others, Harlan would make for an unlikely friend for Tacita. She would also like Roy quite a bit. Aoife, on the other hand, would like Eliza quite a lot. Another female with a similarly vain streak to her would definitely catch Aoife's attention. As for Leif... well, Leif isn't the type to make a lot of friends. He has a lot of secrets he keeps hidden, and is incredibly slack. If he doesn't have to do anything, he'd much rather be sleeping than socialising.) |
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Post by ℊℓоω on Jul 17, 2021 2:47:57 GMT -5
[ Note: I felt like the godfathers of the wyrms needed a name so I call them the Emperiors in this post. That can change once we discuss them further tomorrow. Just felt like I was due for a response tonight! I'll post something for Audo tomorrow. ]LUCIA GRIMME
✘ LOCATION: THE SATIN CLUB ✘
As soon as she sat down, Lucia felt another wave of anxiousness that was almost enough to propel her back onto her feet. But Nuadha had followed her, and was kneeling before her with a worried expression. He was always so attentive. And though he assured her that her absence would go unpunished, she was hesitant to believe him.
In his concern for her wellbeing, he had bitten his lip. Lucia lightly brushed the beads of blood away. She allowed her thumb to linger on his bottom lip a moment, eyes softening, before stating, “I should go now.”
His expression seemed perplexed. Lucia cursed herself for being so vague and wracked her brain for a better reason. Tell him you’re ill, her conscience commanded. But she knew it would be futile. Lucia had pushed through dozens of performances while under the weather, as had all of the cast. It was a poor excuse. Besides, concealing information from Nuadha was ironically making her feel sick to her stomach.
She glanced at the green room door. Miraculously, none of their castmates had wandered in to interrupt their conversation. Even the hallway seemed empty, which meant exiting the club would be as easy as slipping out the backdoor unnoticed. She looked back at Nuadha, fingertips absentmindedly checking that the apple blossom was secure behind her ear. “I think someone is framing me for a crime,” she stated, voice surprisingly steady. “I don’t have time to explain now, but I promise to once I understand what’s going on. Strange things have been happening the last few days.” Sensory memories flooded her mind: the crinkled letter she received in the mail a week prior, floating embers which stung her eyes, the crunching of broken glass underfoot. “A detective is supposedly asking after me backst—” her voice cut off at the sound of footsteps coming down the hall.
Instinctively, Lucia jumped up. A second glance at the door assured her that it was simply a passing chorus girl, but she did not get back in her seat. Instead, she reached for her coat.
“I’ll explain more when you find me after the show. I’m going to talk to the Emperiors. Maybe they can provide some clarity, or at least some guidance.” Though Lucia spoke in a rushed voice, she felt firmer in her objective now. She would go straight from the club to visit the heads of the wyrms gang. They had their thumb on the pulse of Thistlestreet much better than she did, and undoubtedly they could offer some form of help. Regardless, she knew she was unprepared to speak to Audo Coinbrew that night. She was sure of her innocence. Even still, was uneasy about the whole situation. Something told her to be careful where she how she tread.
Though Verity had said the detective was coming after the show, Lucia feared he could appear at any moment. Time was like shifting sand underfoot. She grabbed one of Nuadha’s wrists and squeezed it reassuringly. “Everything is fine. It’s probably all a misunderstanding.”
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 17, 2021 21:49:53 GMT -5
NUADHA L. BELVEDERE
✘ LOCATION: THE SATIN CLUB ✘
|- Nuadha tensed, a frown furrowing dark brows as he stares down the anxious brunette. He wants to demand answers, to keep her there until he's satisfied. Or escort her somewhere more defensible as she speaks. Lucia's palpable fear, even when marshaled to allow for a steady voice and gaze, is a loathsome sight. Nuadha hates seeing her this way- he doesn't think he ever has and never again will he, if he has his way. If she would let him. They're meant to be a team, aren't they? Shouldn't she rely on him for things like this? It's obviously serious enough that his direct, bare-knuckles way of handling things should be appreciated, right?
"Why didn't you tell me?" He softens his tone toward the end, following her as she reaches for her coat. Now that it seems as if his dismissed apprehensive notions are being realized, Nuadha begins to panic in earnest. He hates that she's saying she doesn't have time to explain. What's happening? Why not? Is she in immediate danger? "What crime?"
His master's murder had been completely unexpected and so he has begun to take every hint of misfortune seriously. The vampire swallows down the rise of his more aggressive nature, though he still has no control over his expressive features, a hint of fang revealed in his next words.
Nuadha pauses to gentle his grip before seizing her shoulders and turning her to face him, lifting her chin with one hand as he narrows his eyes at her. "Which detective? Coinbrew? I'll speak with him for you." He hadn't noticed him on the way in, but then he likely wasn't the sort of man who made himself noticeable. At the very least, Nuadha hadn't sensed his werewolf friend. It shouldn't take much to show him out back and demand he never so much as think in Lucia's direction again. The werewolf can be dealt with later.
Never mind the fact that Koane is an 'alpha' and apparently unlike any wolf he's met before- that fact only makes him more exciting~ Perhaps he can use Coinbrew to get to Koane? He's been wanting to let loose a bit-
Lucia's shoulders shift under his grip and he returns to the present. Nuadha glares at her. "Why are you speaking as if I'm not coming with you?"
Her attempts to reassure him receive a soft sigh in response, brow still furrowed as he busies himself with tugging a misshapen kerchief from one of his pockets to gently clean his blood from her hand. The sight and thought of his blood anywhere near her turns his stomach.
"All the more reason to clear it up swiftly then." Nuadha says decisively, straightening and shrugging on his own coat. "We'll go directly to the 'interiors' and you are going to explain this all in detail. Please," he adds belatedly, though his tone is still uncharitable enough to imply that this isn't a request.
The small box of chocolate is tucked away into one of his pockets, and he neatly gathers up the remainders of the apple blossom branch with the intention to either dispose of them in the alley or shove them in the detective's eyes, given the opportunity. Nuadha wraps a protective arm around Lucia's waist, already prepared to usher them out back.
"Lead the way."
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 17, 2021 21:53:28 GMT -5
[ You can keep that- it sounds cool! ]
[ Also Lleu said " no <(｀^´)> " ]
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Post by ℊℓоω on Jul 17, 2021 23:39:02 GMT -5
[ Lucia: I'm gonna go see the godfather of our gang. Also I'm being framed for a crime. Bye!
Lleu:
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 18, 2021 1:09:07 GMT -5
[ Precisely! lol ]
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Post by Hushabye on Jul 18, 2021 1:59:54 GMT -5
[ Oh, I'll be putting up Lleu and Sunday- new character- for roommates! That way we can make the world smaller and allow for more character interactions~
They were going to share but I don't want to write myself into a corner too much ^^" ]
[ Okay, Sunday's here~ On a Sunday! Haha
I'd always planned on making a dirty doctor, so hopefully his presence won't push our Alchemist or pharmacist aside ^^"
I've actually made it so that he needs supplementary medicine too, so hopefully they can also have a business relationship with him being a frequent customer! ]
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Post by ℊℓоω on Jul 18, 2021 21:21:51 GMT -5
[ Great! Sunday is looks fantastic. And don't worry about that, since medicine seems to be a running theme we might be able to get him, the alchemist, and others involved in a subplot at some point. ]
[ All of the new characters for everyone look great! On that topic, I updated the main character claims on the front page and also added godfather slots. ɪɴᴛʀᴀɴꜱɪɢᴇɴᴛ I'll tag you since you missed out on a slot last time and might be interested in one of the new ones? Anyone can claim, though. Just figured they'll be important characters in the future and wanted to give others the opportunity to get involved. Genders will be up to whoever makes them as it doesn't matter much to me. ]
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