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king "#1 shitposter" gilgamesh ([personal profile] babbylon) wrote in [community profile] pawnstorm2016-12-02 11:41 pm

[open] jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock.

Who: Gilgamesh and everyone! A group holiday party for the "Most Wonderful Time of the Year" job.
When: Forward dated to December 7th or so.
Where: Heaven's Feel, Caissa
What: Gilgamesh and friends are getting into the holiday spirit, and you're invited! Join for gifts, grog, mistletoe and more.
Rating: There will probably be drunken shenanigans going on, thus PG-13 to be safe.

Happy Holidays!



[The holidays are in full swing at Heaven's Feel! Brightly lit trees and ornaments litter the store, with warm fires blazing, gentle music playing and mistletoe strung from every available spot on the ceiling. The ostentatious host stands at the ready to attend every need and ensure everyone has a match of their very own this holiday season—including you!

Generous portions of hot chocolate, gingerbread cookies, and wine are being offered free of charge to all guests. These delights are enchanted to fill you with an extra dose of courage, so be bold! Go after your crush, engage a complete stranger, or just do something really crazy to celebrate the joyous occasion. 'tis the season to be jolly, after all.

The sprigs of mistletoe have been charmed by Gilgamesh to encourage smooching. The urge to pucker up beneath them will be strong, so watch where you stand! If you look beneath the big tree in the center of the store, you'll find a gift addressed to you. It could be an article of clothing, a ticket for free services, or even something more personal!

Naturally, Heaven's Feel matchmaking services are always available, so feel free to fill out a card while you're here or just get cozy by the fireplace. Merry Cherima, everyone!]
quaria: commissioned. (walk fully through this ocean)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 04:38 am (UTC)(link)
[ Making custom prompts for people! Feel free to leave a blank comment. Or if you already have an idea, I'll roll with it. \o/ ]
quaria: my scans. (warmly run down my cheeks)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 05:18 am (UTC)(link)
[ There's no immediate answer... Not yet, anyway. Where's that stupid Meister, you might ask. You could've sworn he was there a moment ago. Well, he was. If he's not in the kitchen anymore, there's only one other place he'd be. The small sound of nearby mewls is the biggest hint. It doesn't take much effort to locate the Knight, as he didn't go too far from the backdoor. With a little peek at the nearest window, the sight of him with those familiar cats can be seen.

This is a weekly occurrence, after all. Perhaps it actually hasn't happened in a while considering what happened lately. But now that Setsuna is fully recovered, he's finally back to his routines. At first, it doesn't look like he's budging at all. Not to worry however, it's not as if he has bland hearing — especially with that audible cry, there's no way he wouldn't realize it. Slowly, he turns his head with the usual cool before gently standing up and walking back into the shop. There's a trail of cats following him in. ]


What is it?

[ Before walking over to the food, Setsuna makes a quick stop to properly wash his hands first. It wouldn't be any good if fur, no matter how cute, were to get onto them. ]
quaria: (restlessness that lead to ambiguous jabs)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 06:04 am (UTC)(link)
[ It's easy to spot the red-haired princess among the festive crowd. Most would probably think that it's difficult to find a small woman among them, but that's really not the case for someone like her. That's because she really does stand out; her vibrant smile and approachable gaze can draw almost anyone to her, which causes the princess to effortlessly overwhelm others. Some of the other guests can't help but stare in awe or generously make way whenever she passes through.

The princess's aura is completely different from this specific Knight. Meanwhile, Setsuna blends in within the crowd. It's more challenging to find him among them considering the way he carries himself. He would often instead be looking elsewhere by himself or purposely staying close to the edges. It's not necessarily because he doesn't want to deal with people, but it's more that he doesn't feel the need to. He has nothing in particular that he wants to say or do. He doesn't want to bother any of the guests here today.

He's only here to work seriously. More often than not, he's checking over the buffet table to make sure it's refilled or clean at all times. But he does sometimes stick a gingerbread cookie into his mouth... ]
hoasen: (did I leave the cat in the oven...)

[personal profile] hoasen 2016-12-05 05:39 am (UTC)(link)
[Blank comment because YOU MOCKED ME!!!]
quaria: (「the price for us to pay.」)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 09:51 am (UTC)(link)
[ blank reply to mock you further (╹◡╹) ]
quaria: (「for a world as simple as this.」)

the real reply

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 09:51 am (UTC)(link)
[ Vietnam is only approached by Setsuna during the sunset hours. Since it was so busy earlier, he didn't want to get in the way. Now that everything is calmer and the country is processing the paperwork for today, he stands by her side to set down a steaming cup of green tea on her table. This wasn't among the drink selections from the buffet, so it can only mean one thing: it's not leftover, and he specially made it for her. He decided with something herbal to help soothe the country's nerves and settle her for the rest of the day.

As usual, Vietnam is working hard no matter if they're at a gathering. Setsuna has already gotten used to that, so the least he can do is to watch out that she isn't pushing herself. He did say that to her, after all; that he's always here to assist her. And by now, especially with a particular event not long ago, she should be more than aware of his determination. Though of course, he's also aware of his own limits. He doesn't want to influence her decisions at all; he simply wanted to remind her that she has people by her side like this.

So after setting down the hot mug, Setsuna steps away to leave her be. ]
hoasen: (waves)

WHOA?!?!??!? YOU DARE EMOTE ME

[personal profile] hoasen 2016-12-05 12:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[Oh, some tea! She was concentrating so intently on work that only the sound of the ceramic cup touching the surface of the table snapped her out of it, and she sees Setsuna walking away.

But she knows his habits by now, and she knows what she's trying to do. In a party like this, for Christmas, she's capable of relaxing, right? And he needs to learn to as well.

So she does what she should. She calls out to stop him.]


Setsuna!
quaria: my scans. (when i'm searching for the truth)

ヽ( ・∀・)ノ┌┛Σ(ノ `Д´)ノ

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 12:22 pm (UTC)(link)
[ After Vietnam calls out to him, Setsuna reacts accordingly. He stops walking, then quietly turns his upper body to face her again. He waits for her to speak for now, wondering if she wants anything else or if there was anything wrong with the tea. Either way, he doesn't mind responding to her requests.

He'd actually want to do more, as he's been sick for a long while due to that virus... He wasn't able to contribute as much as he'd like lately. So now that he's fully healed, he wants to catch up to everything and get back to his routines. ]
hoasen: (hmm?)

WOW??????

[personal profile] hoasen 2016-12-05 12:24 pm (UTC)(link)
[Ah, she should probably take her tea cup too, which she does, holding it gingerly so it won't scald her by accident. Carefully, she's made her way to him.]

Have you eaten?

[Have you partied? is a more exact question.]
quaria: (i believe that we'll meet again)

୧(ಠ⌣ಠ)୨

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-05 12:37 pm (UTC)(link)
A little...

[ What that means is, Setsuna did sneak a few bites here and there during work, but he hasn't settled down for an actual meal yet. If he wasn't refilling the food, then he was cleaning the tables. He also made time for the cats at the back, his little friends he hasn't seen for a bit of time.

If Vietnam's asking about food, though... ]


Are you hungry? I can get you something.
hoasen: (decisions)

(゚Д゚≡゚Д゚)

[personal profile] hoasen 2016-12-05 12:41 pm (UTC)(link)
[Oh good, he ate...although a little to him might be too little, considering his impressive appetite (where does it all go?)

Perhaps he should come eat too, and considering he just asked her if she needed food?

She has a plan.]


A little, yes. If you haven't eaten a full meal yet, let's go eat something.

quaria: (you shake your head at them)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-06 07:55 pm (UTC)(link)
[ With all these guests present, it's definitely busy at the shop. After Soleil finishes whatever she was eating, Setsuna approaches to collect the empty plate. But before he actually does so, he asks for proper permission; she might still have plans to use it, after all. Maybe she wants to pick up more food. So he looks at her as he offers a hand out for it, though shortly ends up in a light surprise when he realizes who this particular guest is. Big eyes blink out once, then return to being composed right after.

The last time that Setsuna saw Soleil was during the time of the investigations at Capablanca and Petrosian. It's been a while since then, and a lot has happened, so he did wonder how she was doing. He was among one of the Heroes who ended up getting infected, so he wasn't able to do much for a while. The young woman looks like she's doing well, but a proper confirmation from her would be nice... It seems as if she's alone at the table, but maybe she has a companion or two somewhere. Either way, he doesn't want to intrude on her too much, so after asking he'll return to his job. ]


Good day.
brightsmile: (pic#10533306)

[personal profile] brightsmile 2016-12-06 10:34 pm (UTC)(link)
[They had lost each other in the time that the investigations were going on until now. Soleil had also become on of the infected unfortunately. That particular time was not something that she would prefer to go back to. She'd also come from a recent struggle in the dungeon... so any time to relax and mingle and not have to worry about the tougher things thrown at them was appreciated.]

Setsuna...!

[She inhales in a sort of surprised manner before looking at his hand and then back at him. She'll put her hand up, shaking her head.]

I'll take the plate if that's okay? I don't want you to have to clean up after me! Can you sit down for a while...or?
quaria: commissioned. (like flowers dancing in the wind)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-08 11:06 am (UTC)(link)
[ Should Noel either be present here for the festivities or be coincidentally passing by, she'll be able to catch sight of a familiar Knight. Near the lively shop, Setsuna is kneeling on one knee in front of a cardboard box. Said box is visibly moving around, indicating that there's something in it. Most would end up intrigued after seeing such a spectacle, so there happens to be a couple of other guests there as well. They approached with the intention of peeking at the moving box...

They're all facing elsewhere, but the excited voices of the guests indicate that there's something pleasing within. Setsuna remains silent as ever, even as the tiny crowd around him squeal in glee. He remains that way as he eventually begins to gently break pieces of bread, then sets them into the cardboard box. The excitement can only multiply as this occurs. What exactly is in there? The answer eventually comes on its own as the box falls over, revealing its contents to anyone nearby.

Kittens flop over, nibbling on the pieces of bread. ]
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[personal profile] hiryugaeshi 2016-12-05 02:13 pm (UTC)(link)
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quaria: my scans. (echoing with that gentle voice)

[personal profile] quaria 2016-12-08 11:32 am (UTC)(link)
[ It's easy for Setsuna to recognize this particular swordsman. Not only from memories of their previous battles, but also because they've finally met a while ago. Aware of Kojirou's skill and elegance, Setsuna couldn't help but ask the fellow Knight for a display back then. And it was just as he thought, it was inspiring to witness. He's normally wordless at most days, but he was definitely speechless during that time. It served as motivation for him to keep working harder. Although already skilled himself, he still decided to do more with his training.

It's not everyday that Setsuna meets fellow dedicated swordsmen, after all. There are many who can hold a sword and know how to use one, but there aren't many who regard it as a part of themselves... That kind of dedication is relatable to him, so he's always honored to meet and converse with others who have similar backgrounds, especially to witness their spirit with his own eyes. Having to see Kojirou again here, these feelings resurface. Setsuna approaches him now, nodding a little as a respectful greeting. ]


Kojirou Sasaki.