June Aftermath: Magic Lantern Strange

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JUNE AFTERMATH: MAGIC LANTERN STRANGE

Who: Everyone!
What: A celebration!
When: Evening of June 21st, and well into morning
Where: Ensō, E3 and E4
Warnings: Mark as needed!

Slide the Light Off You
As promised, the evening of the 21st finds the Jormun hosting a party on Ensō's largest beachfront. Near immediately, it should be clear that they've spared absolutely no expense when it comes to showing their story-walker brethren a good time.

Of course, they may also be...showing off a little. The stalls and comfortable seating supplied around multiple firepits appears to be a mishmash of Jormun built contraptions and items requested from the Storyteller- many may be delighted to see the variety of beach cushions and blankets, items the Jormun will be happy to let their story-walker friends take home at the end of the festivities. A veritable smorgasbord of food and drink is also readily available, from the kid-friendly options of brrshavak (a spicy drink with a taste akin to liquified chili pepper) and molkavarr (a rich chocolaty broth) to the alcoholic rakvrhak (a rich wine that tastes oddly plumlike). Do be warned, however, that the last is incredibly potent.

Large slabs of driftwood have been laid out to form impromptu tables, bristling with the Jormun's culinary expertise: fried squid, seaweed wraps, spicy pickled kelp, kebabs of roasted eel, hard-boiled snapling eggs, and so on. The vegetables and meats of the sea have been laid out for all to enjoy, so tuck in!

Throughout the evening the air will be filled with the sound of music, with multiple Jormun eager to show off their skill in instrumentation. Conch-shell horns, carved driftwood flutes, urchin-needle harps, and countless more contraptions engineered by a deep sea-dwelling people fill the air with the most peculiar but nonetheless not unpleasant sound. Most of the bands will be set up in the shallow waters, however, as their instruments are not made to be used in open air - try playing them above the surface of the water at your own risk.

Of course, there's plenty more to entertain even the most difficult of people.

You're Living the Strobe Light
Those interested in proving their strength and skill will be encouraged to enter one of the many tournaments across the shoreline. The tournaments vary, featuring such challenges as play fights with the schlacknorkcvic to prove who is the greatest warrior, timed events to see who can stay on a bucking tigershark for the longest, and even a tourney of brovonkosshk, a board game somewhat similar to chess. Don't see anything you're interested in? Make your own. If you can think it, the Jormun will happily accommodate it - impromptu challenges are the highlight of such evenings, after all, though the Jormun won't be taking any responsibility for the first poor soul that decides to usher in a drinking contest.

A small variety of walker games are also available. Jormun children are more than eager to play such games as hide-and-seek or red light, green light, while Connor Murphy will be bringing his Cards Against Humanity deck, for those ready to completely screw with the idea of a fourth wall. There's even a game of Spin the Bottle... except the bottle is being spun overhead like a mace. Being hit by said bottle requires you to do a stupidly ridiculous task, so perhaps it's best to avoid that particular adaptation...

And of course, there's the lightshow.

As mentioned previously, the main show of the evening is the show of brssticca: bursts of magical light beneath the water that will put any fireworks show to shame. The lights are safe to wade and swim through, do keep in mind that the phosphorescent algae tends to cling to the skin. And should you reach into those spiraling, fluorescent nebulae of patterns beneath the surface, some of the configurations of light may abruptly shatter like broken glass.

Additionally, skilled Jormun will be happy to assist those who care to dress up for the event with intricate applications of shellivthiss - a style of waterproof body paint that is not only bright, but luminescent. Something the Jormun may forget to mention, however, is how similar shellivthiss is to henna; should you decide to get all dolled up, except to shine bright light a diamond for weeks to come.

Lastly, those who wanted to bring their own adventures are welcome to as well! Supplying some dope roast? Bringing those sweet, sweet greens? Have some alcohol to supply? All is welcomed by the Jormun - and undoubtedly, your fellow adventurers as well.

You May Find Some Peace
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ren | ota

[catpiper]

A

[Ren's getting lit. At some point during this super fun evening, she found out these nice ocean people are offering this treasure painting service and she's 200% on board. The second she finds one of the paint hoarding Jormun, she has them cover every patch of exposed skin in various designs-arms, face, hair, neck, feet, nails, in this ridiculous paint. She has become one with the treasure world and is beyond thrilled to be this bright. Too bad she didn't think this through-it's going to make hiding difficult.

Which she is apparently trying to do? Throughout this party, a bright threat lurks and she makes attempts to sneak up on people while their backs are turned. For what purpose? Who knows, but she's glowing like a nightlight and it's unlikely 99% of the population can't see her ass coming from a mile away.]

B

[With her sneaky plans repeatedly foiled by her new sparkly skin, she gives up whatever dumb game she had been playing earlier for a quieter activity. There's a couple cute, handmade cards spread out in front of her cat and Ren's palm is over the equally adorable deck. Some kind of game is occurring, though it seems to be happening telepathically because there's a dead silence between them. It's a showdown?? For what?? Who knows. Her life is a mystery.

At various points someone can find them in this position with Ren waiting for some kind of sign and the happy cat simply flipping his tail back and forth. The pile of rocks in the middle of their playing field gets increasingly larger as time goes on and when the kitty goes to play with the card's paper edge, she flips one over from the deck and says, regardless of the number or sign on it-]

Blackjack.

C

[It's not a dope roast, but it's a dope something and it counts. After Ren lost her entire rock savings to a cat, she decides to amble around the party, offering delicious pieces of coconut cake to people.

The problem? She pulls small, smashed pieces out of her pocket to hand out, all with a huge smile. Enjoy. It's delicious?? And also covered in leaves and pocket lint. It's fine.]

B

[aurabble]

Uhm...

[Bubble Girl! Jaune's face brightened almost enough to rival the paint he was wearing when he recognized her. He waved and made his way down to say hi, but it looked like she was deeply engrossed in something.

But he doesn't... He doesn't understand. He just stands there, face blank, eying the cat, then Ren, then cat, then Ren, then the cards...]

Do you need help?

[catpiper]

[She needs more help than her new bright friend can offer, but she's not going to deny his company. Neither is her cat, apparently, who immediately turns his attention Jaune's way, offering a hello in the form of a quiet little meow.]

Yes, we're playing a game and ESP is very good at it.

[Ignore the fact she's letting him win because it's impossible to beat a cat? They're always winners. Cats are perfect.]

Do you want to play too? We can be a 'team'.

[aurabble]

[Jaune tilts his head. ESP is kind of cute. After a second, he catches on smiles easily.]

Oh, I see. Two against one card game cat genius sounds like a fair match. If you don't mind having a complete newbie on your team.

[catpiper]

[He is a kitty genius and flicks his little tail in response to the compliment that was thrown his way. Prepare for battle, Jaune. This is the dumbest game he'll ever be involved in.]

I'm very good at teaching people how to play games [She's not] so it's okay. I'll show you.

[She scoots over to give him space to sit, pulling the cards back into the deck so they can start over from square one.]

A

[lightlessfuture]

[ Ren is getting all painted up, and the Knight is too. They pick up a brush from where it's been sitting in a pot, indicating to Ren that she can take it - does she want to paint them, too, once the Jormun who's doing her up with patterns is finished? They're certainly happy to oblige.

And there's certainly more of them to be painted, now, being as tall as they are. ]

[catpiper]

[She has some questions for her, at one time, tiny friend, though she takes the paintbrush with the intention to cover their big?? body?? the second they offer it. The Jormun has kindly smacked some paint onto her flower barrette, which was the last part she wanted painted up so she's ready to go.]

Is this a 'growth spurt'? Are you older? Is it like that?

[lightlessfuture]

[ The Knight nods - yes, they are 'older', for a given value of older - and then, when Ren asks about a growth spurt, they gently tap the shiny charm proudly displayed on the tattered cloak around their neck. (It's more like a neck scarf, really, in this state).

They write in the sand to answer Ren's question.

charm makes me grown up

tall like older sibling

just for a little while ]

[catpiper]

[Oh.

Oh.

She holds the brush away from them to avoid accidentally painting the charm as she leans forward and on her tiptoes to see it. It's a neat treasure that-

And her eyes fall to the ground to read grown up and sibling and-

Is that how it works for bugs? Small bits of treasure help them age? Does it work like that? She's going to have to inquire about this with Guzma someday. He seems to be the local insect expert. While she had an inkling, due to their attitude and size, that they were a kid. They like to find treasures and doodle on temple walls with her-it seemed natural to assume and this confirms that thought.

They get the chance to be older, for the time being, and she's not going to ruin it. It's a rare occurrence to be able to grow up and while islanders treat it like it's supposed to be common, she knows better. Enjoy your time, big friend.]

Then I won't touch that pretty charm. I'll paint around it-it's okay. You can be grown up for long time.

c!

[deathfindsaway]

[He honestly doesn't know what he's expecting when Ren walks up and deposits a fistful of cake into his hand. He feels like he should know this by now. Like Ren should approach him with something and he'll instinctively know it's a rock or a food or a very confused frog. And yet, it takes him by surprise every time.

He blinks down at the cake, and back at her.]

... Ren. Where did you get this?

[catpiper]

[Does he really need to know the where or why of it all? This had originally been something dope for Tim's birthday, but it hadn't made it to him during the hullaballo and other treasures she had to find. He'll get a piece, one day. Ignore the fact it's been in her bag for-

Well, enjoy free cake, is what she's saying. Don't look a gift Ren in the mouth.]

We made it.

[Don't ask questions!!!]

It's good and dope, so you can eat it.

[deathfindsaway]

[He's going to look food poisoning in the mouth, though.]

Ren, when you make food, you either need to eat it immediately or store it properly. If you don't you could get very sick. How long has this been in your pocket?

[Aka he could get very sick, so.]

[catpiper]

[Breaking News-God of Death's henchman bested by a slice of coconut cake from a teenage girl. She has an iron stomach, Kravitz, after weeks, months, years of scavenging food out of abandoned convenience stores. It's fine. He'll be fine!!]

I won't get sick. It's okay. That's not-

[Oh......she sees the issue now. It comes to her in a flash-this guy doesn't know how to be a person and is still learning the ins and outs if everything that encompasses. Thankfully, she's the world's worst manager on duty, ready to dole out some sweet on the job training on how to function. She's got ya.]

That's called 'frosting'. That's not mold. So it's okay until it turns a weird color and then you can't eat it anymore. You have to leave it on the ground when that kind of thing happens.

B

[savedbyasong]

[He's been watching for a while but eventually he goes over to Ren and the cat to see what game they are playing. His arms have been painted too and they are glowing brightly.

He's having fun, the Jormun are loud and brash but he likes them and he's got to know at least the fingerlings over the last few days of hatchling protection.]

Is your friend winning? [Probably, he knows Ren's opinions on cats, he imagined that she would probably decide the cat had won.]

[catpiper]

[Shion, you can't mentally call her out like this.

Even if it's true. Which it is. Because she nods at his question, pointing ESP's rock pile, which has increased since the start of this little match. The cat looks beyond pleased with himself too, like he actually knows what's going on.]

He's very good. He knows how to win every game.

[savedbyasong]

He must be very clever. [Shion sits down near to them and looks at the cards and the rocks. The cat had the most rocks, so of course he was winning. He guessed this game was like poker, where you bet things.

Pokers the only card game he knows how to play.] Does he live with you?

[catpiper]

Yes, it's Murasaki-chan's friend, but he's staying with me. He's a good boy.

[She loves him so much? So much. Quickly, she leans across the playing field to rub behind his ears until he begins to purr. Yeah, best boy!!

And turns her attention back to the cards Shion and Aster made for her, pointing to the top of the deck.]

You flip one and see if you win.

[Hint-the cat will win. No matter what. Aces high, dueces low and none of it matters because ESP is always gonna be victorious.]

C

[onegreeneye]

[Oh. Hm.

Ginko is pretty sure he's seen this girl around, though they haven't spoken, and she did seem... odd? But he supposes he wasn't quite expecting this.

Now, of course, he's faced with a dilemma, because... what's he supposed to do, turn down this handful of pocket-cake? That's like a non-option.]

Uh... thanks. Where'd you get this?

[catpiper]

[The feeling is mutual-her eyes have fallen on Ginko from time to time and she knows he's been on the island for as long as she has, though they've never spoken. Things have gotten in the way. Mana pool shenanigans, island teleportation, treasure hunting, but it's time to change that.

Also, why are you all questioning her cake! It's a party!! There's food all over!! Just accept it.]

My pocket.

[That technically answers the question?? It's fine. Nevermind it was like three day old birthday cake for someone else.]

It's okay. It's very good.

[onegreeneye]

[Listen, there are some differences between the general abundance of food associated with parties like this and the specific presentation of a handful of cake from a child's pocket, and one of those differences is that the latter raises way more questions.]

I... see. Thank you.

[He's gonna... see if he can put off eating this, though he suspects he'll probably have to at some point.]

How are you liking the party?

[catpiper]

[Does it tho, Ginko? Does it?

Have fun putting it off. At least she won't hound him to consume the cake, because she's kept it in her pocket so long anyway. Just shove it in, wait till you need a snack and enjoy. Just ignore the fact she's snacking on the leftover frosting on her fingers. That's fine.]

I like it. People are happy and their hearts are smiling. It makes this place very warm. Are you happy too?

A

[solperierat]

[Ed is between rounds of tigershark rodeo when he spots Ren creeping up on him, a cup of that wine in his hand and several more already in his belly. With as good a mood as he's in, when he notices he simply grins and looks away to let her get the 'drop' on him--though by this point subtlety it out the window, given how he leans a little bit too far into cheering for the current competitor.]

[catpiper]

[Ed, Ed, Ed please.

As pure as his intentions were, his forward leaning self makes her give up her horrible pursuit and hurry to his side to clasp his arm. She can't exactly hold him up, but she can steady him so he can keep cheering for-what are we cheering for?? What's happening?? Whatever, she's here now. ]

Don't fall.

[solperierat]

[Ed is surprised when he starts to stumble, but there Ren is to catch him and give him a bit of stability to find his hooves again. He grins down at her, ruffling her hair and taking another swig of that sweet sweet booze.]

Eyyyy, kiddo! You're glowin' tonight, great job!

[how much of that wine has he had]

[catpiper]

[It is a great job and she's more than happy to show off her new character design. Ren-nightlight edition.]

Do you want to glow too?