MarinaNova Asylum

 [The call to those placed in abandonment therapy simply says to head to the Sector 5 prayer facility, and that's all-- not even that this has to do with those insecure feelings of yours. Posted arrows point the way down to the meditation room that has been filled up with several tables, two completely lined with coffees, teas, and bite sized refreshments ranging from cookies and pastries to sliced fruit and veggies. Plates and napkins are stacked up, and if you want a fork, they're there too.

The third table is larger and round, for that feeling of closeness, with chairs set up and for each seat a set of papers is waiting neatly on the table surface along with a pen. Topmost is a questionnaire with instructions to put detailed responses, be honest, and discuss with another attendee, with questions such as:

• Do you get anxious if you cannot see or speak to someone close to you at any given moment?
• Are you constantly haunted by the idea that someone may eventually leave you?
• Do you put up with negative or even abusive behavior from someone just to keep from being alone?
• Did someone important to you exit your life when you were young? How did you feel?
• What exactly are you afraid of, beyond the indistinct label of "being abandoned"?

The second is a page with the heading "Make a list of all the people in your life, and determine how devastated you would be if those people left and why. Try to cut the unhealthy relationships, and distance a bit from even the good to build your independence!" and a few extra blank sheets of paper in case the one isn't enough.

Small cards are also scattered in the center of the table, printed with positive tips to help the process of healing.

[The relationships group therapy attendees will all get a message telling them to report to The Winery in Sector 2. Sadly for them the alcohol is locked away, but there is an assortment of food and non-alcoholic beverages along the bar for consumption. Many of the tables have been cleared out and the chairs rearranged into a circle with booths along the edges for more intimate therapeutic discussions.

And don't forget the party favors! The wardens have left some helpful games and activity ideas to get them started. There's a bowl full of folded slips of papers with various questions.]

( Possible Questions )

[In addition to the questions there are cards with various prompts. One explains the game, I Never. Another suggests people pair off and roleplay they are in a relationship and then deal with various scenarios like what do to if one partner flirts with someone else or comes home late without calling.]

( Additional scenarios )

(OOC: Mingle style. You are not limited to the questions, scenarios, or games listed above. Assume there are more! I recycled a lot of this from last time so if someone was in this group twice they can feel free to notice, but assume there are lots of questions and prompts, so they probably didn't see them all.)

Welcome to Day 235. Are you excited to hear who won the prison-wide raffle? No?

Oh, that must be because we didn't tell you we were doing one. Well, we did. We do hope you appreciate good surprises since Jack Harkness is getting one. Do come and hear the options for what you've won.

While this means the rest of you are losers, it doesn't mean you will stay that way. There will be other morale-promoting raffles in the future. It's also possible Jack Harkness will choose something that benefits more than just himself. Stay tuned.

In other news, criminals are doing criminal things. Full details of their punishments will be submitted directly to their communicators.

Yuuki Kuran Sex
Zero Kiryuu Sex

(OOC: Kiosk requests will be handled by Veridical unless otherwise requested. Mail submissions can be left here. Raffle details.)

-- Eh? Well I have to turn it on. After all a bet is a bet...!

[She flicks on his own device, reaching forward so that he appears on screen. In addition to that she adjusts and turns her own communicator so that it's facing him too, for double the viewing pleasure.]

Say cheese, Zero! And let everyone know the amazing prize you won!

[Decked in black and still wearing a laser tag chest harness, the tell tale signs of a black light have set the hunter's hair to a bright hue as he struggles against the tiny girl who is trying not to let him switch the communicator off.]

You set me up, I've still beaten you four games to this one. The only reason you won this round is due to cheating. You planned it, that's why you suggested the bet in the first place. Why can't it just wait until we get home?

[Off screen she just laughs a little and speaks in a pacifying voice.]

Aha...now, now, Zero you can't throw out accusations like that without proof. _{Don't sweat the small things so much...}

[Her hands continue to try and force his down so that the device doesn't flicker off.]

A promise is a promise! The video is already on, so you might as well say! 

[He heaves a sigh, giving up his struggle.]

_{You turned yourself into a butterfly...} Fine.

[His attention on the camera, he looks only a little irritated by everything. His message is directed toward his two roommates--but not because they were his roommates but rather another reason he'd never gotten involved with.]

Yuuri? Hikaru?

Put me on one of the teams.

Preferably Hikaru's so I can beat the crap out of Yuuki.

[Zero's hands move to the headset to flip it off but not before his final words.]

You beat me finally. Are you ready to move onto the next game now?

[ooc: Red=Yuuki Feel free to action anyplace in Pa-Ching's Arcade as well. They're all over it playing skee-ball, cards, laser tag, board games and the like. They also tend to get reaaaaally competitive between themselves.]

So that sure was a newbie-centric couple of days. Except most of them didn't stick around. [Yeah, it's still bugging her. No Derek, and the only members of her team were Gideon who still scares the hell out of her and a mini-Reid who she was too freaked out to even talk to. And then that weird other Tyki...]

If some of you got to see your loved ones and all that, I'm really happy for you. Really. But for totally selfish reasons, I... kinda hope it doesn't happen very often. Someone please tell me that's not a usual thing? Because if it is I'm going to stockpile junk food and make plans to hide out under the covers on a regular.

[Anyone who is in the area of the shopping hubs can find Garcia doing some retail therapy and also picking stuff up for her homebound bud, Rebecca. She's trying to cheer herself up and so a small radio is playing some upbeat and danceable music.]

I do hope you're tired of all your new friends, because you won't be getting any more for a few days at least. It's Day 233 and we're fresh out of sea creature attacks, dimensional stabilizer hiccups, and holidays. Maybe you can amuse yourselves by making a rubberband ball or running with scissors.

Oh, yes, or you could work on your rehabilitation. Visit one of the classes scheduled for today, consider volunteer work or starting a job at one of our establishments, or check out today's museum exhibit: fractals, math's art project.

[Mail call for new arrivals from Welcome Committee.]

(OOC: Kiosk requests will be handled by Veridical unless otherwise requested. Mail submissions can be left here.)

[ As far as prisons go, this one was by far the nicest one Romana had found herself in. The message was helpful enough, providing the basic information for the facility and such. She plucked at the uniform she found herself in. It was an improvement from all those presidential robes even if it wasn't to her liking.

Romana then spared a few moments studying the weight secured around her ankle but couldn't learn anything from it. At the list of her crimes she massaged the bridge of her nose and let out a small sigh. She wasn't sure whether to be impressed by their research or not.

Once all was said and done, Romana fiddled with the communicator until it allowed her to switch it to video. ]

Well, I suppose it could have been worse. Most prisons aren't as nice looking as this one. But I really need to be getting back to my world.

[ She pauses for a second, then, she smiles a little. ] If anyone would be willing to answer a few questions I would appreciate the assistance. My name is Romanadvoratrelundar-- but Romana will do.

VIDEO
[It's the afternoon and there are many people visiting! Hikaru absolutely couldn't pass up this opportunity for a celebration!]

Attention, attention, ladies and gentlemen! This is very last minute, but I know you won't be able to say no to an opportunity like this! [He winks!]

Let's gather around, bring your friends and have a party at around 2:00pm in Sector 4, starting at Chill! Who doesn't love ice cream on a nice day like this? I'll bring the music and the energy if you promise to stop by!

And when you get sick of ice cream and desserts, there are other great places nearby, perfect for the nightlife such as Merlotte's, Devil's Compass, among others! Help your friends have a fun day, and show them that being in prison isn't so bad!

[Hey, isn't he such a great advertiser for these businesses and Marina Nova, huh?!]

I better see you there!

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MINGLE
[Chill, the ice cream parlor in Sector 4, will have colorful table cloths on their tables, and a radio playing some music that will help people get in the party mood! Ice cream, desserts, dancing and socializing, what could be more fun?]


[ooc: Let's treat this like a mingle! Just drop a comment with your character hanging out and tag around! You can specify whether they're at the ice cream parlor, or if you want to start something taking place after the party, that's fine too! Anything goes! Link to respond specifically to Hikaru's video in case anyone is interested in that Right Here!]

[Zatanna appears...upside-down. Somewhat. She's laying on her bed in her room, hair hanging down over the edge, eyes glancing far upward so they can meet with the communicator screen. Her skin is a bit darker than usual, with noticeable patches of pink on her nose, cheeks, and shoulders.]

[A softly snoring puppy rests at her feet. Otherwise, the only sound in the room is the air conditioner blasting from her window.]

I think they lied about the temperature. No way this is only ninety degrees. Either the Wardens are trying to bake us, or...actually, no, that's all I've got.

Wake me when the weather's no longer trying to kill us.

Unless you have ice cream. Then we'll talk.

( Closed action, Helix )

[Video; open ]

Hey, y'all. Happy holidays and uh... and all that. [ Unsure if he did that right. They don't do Christmas where he's from and that's very much the point of this transmission. ] I was thinkin', I bet there's plenty of us that don't celebrate th' way the Wardens've set this up. We've got people from all over the worlds after all, it'd be weird if everyone did it just like this.

How do you do it back where you're from? Do you celebrate... Christmas or is it somethin' else?

Oh, and uh... I'll be doin' a little celebration type thing of my own down at th' beach, if anyone wants to join. Just a little somethin' from back home... bring a cup, if you're comin' down.

[ Action; open. Aidan can be found down at the beach together with Helix. They've set up a fire in one of the fire pits and anyone interested will get an introduction to the godless earth-worshipping religion that Aidan is a surprisingly devout follower of. He can also be found scurrying over the dome throughout the day, delivering GIFTS to friend and foe alike! If your character isn't on the list but has some kind of CR with Aidan, feel free to assume they got something useful and generic like a pair of gloves or a scarf! ]

[ Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the lane, snow is glistening! A beautiful sight, we're happy tonight, walking in a winter wonderland inside-out snowglobe at the bottom of the sea!

The prison is sparkly-white on this fine, crisp day, covered in a thick, fluffy layer of pristine snow. Bots are keeping the walkways free and safe for organic travel, but it isn't hard to find spaces fit for snowball fights, fort-building or snow angels! If the chill gets to you, there's plenty of hot, seasonal beverages readily available, along with other christmas-y snacks. Maybe you'd like to visit the Santa exhibit at the museum, or do a little last-minute shopping for presents? Perhaps you're already set to celebrate the holiday!

Whatever it is you want to do, this is the place to do it! ]

(( ooc: Mingle to your hearts contents! Event info can be found over here! ))

Ladies and gentlemen, I have a proposal for you!

[Hikaru makes dramatic hand gestures towards a couple well dressed mannequins, as if he were the lady on Wheel of Fortune or something.]

Fashion. It's something we live with everyday. Whether or not you live with it correctly is a different topic completely. [Clears his throat.]

Anyway, my point is this: [He points you, anyone watching, listening!] Do you agree or disagree that this place is lacking in support for the fashion world? I'm not specifically talking about opening up a store. No, I'm talking about fashion events! Walking down the cat walk. Creating outfits to show off. Things of that nature!

A very long time ago we had our very own fashion show here. What do you say we make another one happen? The problem is that a lot of the people who participated in our last fashion show are no longer in the prison. Therefore, new people are very much needed! [He fist pumps!] Step right up, let's meet and gather up some ideas to make another stylish event happen!

[ Today is a Great Day. Double-capital letters, underlined with sparkles and everything. You could even call it the Greatest of days and it shows in Aidan's face as he flicks on the video function. ]

I got some great news, guys! I talked to th' wardens earlier today, an' it turns out they'll sponsor us with equipment and plants for th' memorial garden! I went ahead and claimed a spot in sector 4, so we should be able to get started any day now!

So, uh... yeah! That's comin' along! Lemme know if you've had any more ideas since th' last meetin'.

[ Aidan can be found down in the sector 4 gardening plots all afternoon, working up a sweat through weeding both his own recently claimed plot and the one for the memorial garden. Extremely amazingly good mood! Gardening does the soul good! ]

(( ooc: MGC info post! Want to join? You're already a member! ))

( Back to the pits after a day in the sun )

...What do you do when you...really really want something, but you know you shouldn't have it? Like...being allergic to chocolate, but you really love chocolate. How do you make yourself stop wanting things that are bad for you?

[Or bad for other people. Her voice is hesitant, but she can't think of what else to do. After an evident pause she also asks]

And...is there anyone who is good at...wood carving? Such as carving words and nice, clear designs into wood? I want to decorate my house, but I'm not good at it. [A truth and a lie.] I can draw what I want for someone else...if they're willing.

[She adds a bit quickly.] I can do something for you in return, too.

[Wake up and smell the lack of coffee. You're on a bunk bed. Maybe you're a top and maybe you're a bottom. There are five other people in your room. Maybe they're friends or enemies or faces you barely recognize if at all. It doesn't matter much. You can leave this room and you don't need to come back to it.

You should get your rations though. You're probably hungry. You're definitely a little sluggish of body. What happened to that bruise you got sparing yesterday? What happened to your newly dyed hair? Mystery, mystery... Move along. Find the public bathrooms and do your business with a hundred of your closest friends.

Find the kiosk and get your rations. Careful not to let anyone steal them. You won't get more until tomorrow and the bots won't care. They aren't here to hold your hand. If you get sick or hurt and they deem it necessary they will take you to the hospital whether you wish it or not. But why dwell on such things? You're here now and you might as well enjoy it. You even get a free day today.]

(OOC: OOC info. This mingle takes place in the Main shelter over the morning hours.

[It's good that the devices within the dome can be worn. Anything handheld would not remain still for an instant, if that were the case right now. Because the tiny, vampire girl on the opposite end can't seem to walk straight. Stumbling, she catching her footing and grabs hold of a nearby rail just outside of the bar (she's only just slipped out.) The near fall sets her into a fit of giggles.]

Sorry, Sorry...

[But the apology is broken up between quiet bouts of laughter. Somehow everything tonight is hilarious. Or the opposite. One or the other. Oh, but she can be serious. Taking a breath, she visibly tries to calm herself down. Brows drawing down, she nods.]

Sorry to disrupt everyone's party. It's a good party though-! [Lifting a hand into the air she dances in place for just a second to music that can't be heard. Seconds later, though, that serious expression is back, though her movements are exaggerated and large.] I was thinking all night... [A pause-- before shaking her hands] Wait wait... let me back up. I'm always thinking. But tonight I had a lot on my mind, aaaaannndddd...

[She throws both her hands out]

I have a boyfriend and a fiance!

[What in the world is with that!? This is craziness! Doesn't everyone else think so too!? Lifting a finger into the air, her brows crease in thought for a moment while she pieces her thoughts together.]

Actually, I-- I don't know if we can still be engaged and here at the same time. [Because he's there. Er... at home. Well, not home, home, but home.] But...[She nods and continues on conversationally] even when I forgot about it we were still engaged. [... Or something. This is hard to describe. Shaking her head, she tries again.]

It's fine to love someone else here, isn't it?

( Drunk Yuuki ramblings... )

[ It's the first annual monthly bi-weekly — it's the first Memorial Garden Committee meeting! The invitations have been sent, a couple of park benches in Sector 0 have been claimed and there's even a few plates of home-made cookies put out in case the allure of fast food on a stick wasn't enough. How can you resist? That's right, you can't!

The instigator to all this is pretty nervous but once the clock strikes noon he clears his throat and kicks off the meeting the only way he can. ]

Alright, so… some of all y'all might remember me talkin' 'bout puttin' together a Memorial Garden for all our friends who've disappeared a while back. Now, I know we already got some o' that stuff 'round here but this would be somethin' we'd create all on our own. We'd decide what t' plant in it an' tend to it an' pool our rehab points together to get seeds an' plants or whatever else we need.

There ain't no pressure to help out. We do what we can, alright? What we're good at. I'm happy to help anyone who don't know how t' grow things an' wants to learn, but th' important part is that we all get a chance to have a say in this. This is where this comes in. Just write down your ideas an' we'll gather it all up an' make sure everyone gets somethin' they want.

[ He gestures to a SUGGESTION BOX set out with a stack of paper and some pens for all your suggestive needs. ]

Alright... that's all I had t' say. You go on an' talk amongst yourselves an' have fun!

(ooc: Mingle! Socialize to your hearts content, whether you got an invitation to the meeting or not. Notifs are off but Aidan has a thread HERE if you want to hit him up specifically! Feel free to let your character leave serious ideas for the memorial garden (or just troll the hell out of it) in the suggestion box HERE ! ))

[VIDEO]

[Jane may or may not have actually gone out and gotten that dress. She thinks it's rather nifty. She also may or may not be wearing it. Don't you judge her.]

This stuff is sort of cute, I'm impressed this jail actually has something suitable to wear now. [Not the point of this video.] So I have been thinking. Who would like to taste test some of the new recipes I've been making? I feed a biased household at this point and need some fresh testers. You can contact me if you're interested!

[ALPHA HOUSEHOLD | Calliope/Caliborn-Action]

[On Jake, Roxy, and Dirk's beds they will find one of those nifty shark jakcets, fin and all. With a note attached! Saw these and I couldn't resist, who says you can't have a little fun and match with your friends in prison! :)

Calliope will find that she was left a set of earrings and one of the dresses, Caliborn will find that he has been left a pair of novelty FISH SANDALS! Also left was a small plate of cookies, she didn't think Caliborn would eat them anyways. Each of their respective things were labeled with UU or uu.]

[Action around the Alpha house or where Calliope and Caliborn live.]

Day 216. How lovely for all of you to have made it this far. Maybe you'll even make it to tomorrow.

If you do, you may enjoy our new Marina-inspired fashion line at Bullseye. It includes clothing as well as accessories and may be expanded into furnishings in the future. Samples from the collection will appear on your communicator's shortly.

[Mail Delivery: From Duo Maxwell to Everyone.]

(OOC: Kiosk requests will be handled by Veridical unless otherwise requested. Mail submissions can be left here.)

Let's play baseball tomorrow!

You know, instead of practice, let's just have a game even if the teams are a little short. And people should join so they're tall again! Tall wasn't really the right word.

Is tomorrow too soon? [Kind of to himself.]

Hikaru, is tomorrow too soon? [Less to himself and more to Hikaru.] We really need a manager again. Does anyone want to manage? Or play?

Oh, is this okay with the cheerleaders too I guess?

(OOC: Backdated to late afternoon.)