faefeasts: the midwinter gala - IC

[ Her voice sounds bewildered, she's attempting to keep her composure but it's fraying around the edges. ]

Where... am I?

[ She bumps into something decidedly not human, and this, after having wandered lost in the forest for a few hours before finding the gala, cracks the final shred of her composure.]

Who---or rather what are all of you?!

[ Her wisp trembles, then Claire takes a breath to steady herself. This is not the best way to make a first impression, with fear and insult laced through her tone. ]

I.. I am sorry. I'm trying to locate my siblings and... so much of this is beyond my comprehension.

Who: Erevos and Georgie
What: Getting some salve
Where: Hot springs
When: After this
Warnings: TBD

( you still got champagne running through your veins )

[She clears her throat. It's an awkward sound.]

Is... there anyone who can point me in the direction of a physician? I have, ah... [A delicate cough.] Discovered an allergy. As it were.

Hello, my darlings. I've been working on something since I arrived and I thought that I might share it with all of you. Please compliment them well, these sprites have worked hard for this performance.

[ There's a pause, a rustle, and then a rising chorus of tiny chatter that could be words, but they speak so fast that picking out any word is next to impossible. ]

Calm down, my tiny loves, you'll get your treats, but first....

[ Suddenly the chaotic chatter dies down into a soft, melodic hum of many in tune voices that grow into perfection. ]

Thank you, lovelies. I do hope you all enjoy this. I think we could use a little more music at this party, yes?

[ The sprites begin to sing and those familiar with the human world might find a few familiar songs in a lilting chorus that mimics human voice but with an otherworldly quality. Those fae used to such things will recognize some of the songs as Sovan's creations. Those inclined towards sweet feelings towards a particular individual might find their thoughts gently turned in the direction of that person (or persons) for whom they hold such feelings. However, the suggestion is a gentle one.]

( song list )

[ There is a written wisp that comes to Miss Georgiana Holmwood. It unfurls in front of her. The handwriting is very good, maybe not as flourished as some of the others.

Please accept my deepest apology for offending you.

These are just the first token.

Lir

( There's more )

[voice wisp: everyone]

I don't know about the rest of you, but I thoroughly enjoyed this venture. It was refreshing to...let go. I didn't even know I needed to let go.

What were your experiences?

[voice wisp: "hood"]

Do you still wish to meet?

[Voice Wisp: Georgie → Everyone]
Well. That certainly was... something. Tell me, does that happen often? That wild tumult of anonymity and... [Hormones.] And lasciviousness?

[Written Wisp: To the man 'Illumination']
Sir,

You needn't reply. I thought reaching out by means of a letter might in fact encourage you not to, for ignorance is a soft and gentle thing, and I fear you may despise knowing who it was who crossed your path beyond the green door, if at least it was only once you were in the green door. I am The entire experience Such ardor I will leave you with a thank you, for while ignorance can protect, it is knowledge that illuminates and transforms.

Regards,
Miss Georgiana Holmwood

WHO: Timore & Georgie
WHAT: Dancing - action spam style
WHEN: After this
WHERE: Starlight palace
WARNINGS: TBD

( skyfall )

HAVE ALL OF YOU HEARD THIS DELIGHTFUL MUSIC BEFORE?

[Georgie shouts across the wisp, mostly because she's got music turned up really loud. The wisps, dutifully, transmit a bangin kpop bop from her to everyone else.]

THIS IS— IT'S— [She breaks off, her whispers barely audible over the volume of BTS.] OH, YES, OF COURSE. THIS IS AWESOME. MOST MAGNIFICENT INDEED!

WHO: Steph and Georgie
WHAT: Meet and Greets and Music
WHEN: After her wtf post
WHERE: Georgie's pillow fort
WARNINGS: Lots of giggling. Beware.

( There was “true love” there was… just love? Baby? )

[Voice Wisp: Steph/Everyone]

But seriously, what do you mean I'm stuck here? I've got BTS concert tickets and my phone charger case won't work when it's eternally night. Which, by the way, seems more like vampire thing than anything else.

[ Text: Vevina → Miss Georgianna Holmwood ]

[ In a flash of cheerful light, the wisps unrolls itself like a parchment. Upon it, graceful letters curl and swoop with playful elegance. ]

Dear Miss Holmwood,

I've not had the pleasure of formally meeting you thus far, and felt it time to rectify the situation. I am Vevina of the Seelie Court and I'd be delighted and honored both if you'd join me by one of the fires at your leisure. Look for me near the swarming sprites. I promise to have plenty of hot cocoa at the ready in exchange for your company.

With love and warmth,

Vevina

[ Voice: Vevina → Dyspiro ]

Dyspiro, are you perchance available for a short talk?

[Niall's voice curls up from the wisps - crisp, precise, and quite serious. A particular subject has snagged his attention and like all things that manage to catch his inquiry, he's not about to let it go anytime soon. ]

Human courtship - what are the rules concerning it? Are there different rules to be followed in regards to casual intimacy versus long term? Are these things discussed up front or supposed to be known in detail before hand? Must all action be mutually agreed upon by specifics before or during?

[Yes, he's so serious about this that it hurts. ]

[It's hard to place the emotion in her voice but there is no mistaking how far away it seems - galactic distances even in its waver. She isn't anywhere out in space. She's still at the gala but there is a thoughtfulness that has overcome her and has made her temporarily aloof.]

What color do you see when you close your eyes and think of yourself What color do others perceive you to be when they close their eyes and think of you?

Will you participate in this?

I've included a chart that will help you name the color you see, but of course, you can use your own tools to explain.

List your name, name the color you think you are and hopefully others will choose the color they think you are. Try not to peek at what others think they are so that your answers will not be influenced. This is for...( reasons.  )

Who: Ranvir and Georgie
What: A tour
Where: The dungeons
When: After this
Warnings: Thoughts on self-harm

( places that we could go castles with the strange glow people that we don't know )

[The books are set down for now, and her mind for once is quiet, but seeing all that is around her curiosity blooms and she wishes to know.]

What is your favorite thing about making love?

[First: a deep breath in, another out verging on a sigh. When he finally speaks, it is with a tone of deep contemplation—not awe, but still a vague undercurrent of excitement flows through his words.]

This is different, very different. My vision. The place I built in my mind... it doesn't match. Maybe I was drawing another place entirely and not this one at all.

Where does one start?

Introductions, perhaps?

Who: Miss Georgiana Holmwood and Just Lir
What: Dubious Drinks
Where: The feast grounds
When: After this
Warnings: Silly drinks, who knows what the night might bring.

( The space in-between )

[his voice is low, a twinge of laughter lacing his words.]

Well, now that His Majesty's made his greetings known, I thought I'd extend a welcome of my own. Welcome, welcome all to the Unseelie realm. The feast itself is the safest of areas, unless you find the library - which is welcoming in its own way but a frightful bore. But there's plenty to see here, though you should be wary before venturing to the palace proper.

And of course, if anyone wants a personal tour of the dungeons, I'm your Fae.

WHO: Aoife & Georgie
WHAT: Dress up :D
WHEN: Moments after this thread
WHERE: The Feasting Grounds
WARNINGS: Probably none. Unless you really hate dress up.

( This was not Aoife's time of year. )