Mellinae had taken great care this evening. She had scrubbed every fin. Every scale. Polished the ones that needed polishing. She had taken the time to male an elaborate seaweed mask, one that swooped down her cheeks and dangled around her .... desirable features. She had taken the time to make the mask out of seashells. And even dotted a few of the colorful urchins in between the seaweed layers. She was either quite debonair or looked like a monster. Either, or, it didnt matter, because she wasn't trying to impress anyone but phorcys.
Lining her eyes in ink, and pinching her cheeks for a little color, she smiled and off she went. Down to the massive halls in which venus was waiting.
Humming to herself as she went, once she arrived she grabbed a plate of food and a drink and waited for her prince charming to arrive. She'd have snickered and hid, but it was obvious thru her coloring who she was. So she simply waited and feasted.
Phorcys was a hunter, not a fashion expert. So when it came to preparing for a fancy costume ball and dinner, he was definitely a fish out of water, if one would excuse the phrase. He ended up enlisting the help of some of the cherubs to help him find something that would make him look striking in or out of the water, but not impede his ability to swim so that he could still dance with his date.
The week here had been wonderful thus far and the pair had taken the chance to relax as well as find new adventures. There had been a distinct lack of life-threatening danger, but they supposed that was alright. The other guests probably preferred that and well...it was fun to find new ways to make their own excitement without necessarily risking their lives with supernatural peril. Besides, they had both needed a holiday, and spending one together away from their jobs and other distractions had been just what was needed.
When the evening came for the fancy ball, Phorcys was pleased with the simple, but regal looking sash the cherubs had supplied for him. It draped over one shoulder, crossed his chest, then looped back around at his waist, all held in place by a pearl shell clasp. His mask was made in a similar likeness, shimmering pearl shell that reflected the ambient light with a rainbow of colors. Once he was sure everything was securely settled in place, he dove into the channels that snaked throughout the resort and made his way to the grand hall where dinner and dancing were to be held that evening. A lovely young lady (in a mask, of course) waved him over to the edge of the pool at the entrance, pointing out where the food and drink and dancing floor (and pools) were as she marked his hand with a symbol. He eyed it oddly, but it seemed to dry quickly and she didn't seem worried about it washing off. Besides, he had to find his lovely date.
'Hard to mistake those gloriously-colored scales,' he thought to himself with amusement, silently gliding through the water to his lady's side. He came up behind her and reached around her shoulder to steal a snack from her plate with a cheeky grin. "Well? What's the verdict on the spread? This year's Venus celebration up to par with the usual quality food and drink?" he teased, popping the morsel into his mouth.
Posted: Tue Feb 16, 2021 7:26 pm
As the guests all flitted about the resort, engaged in dancing, partaking of scrumptious finger foods or simply…. Acting on their otherwise assisted instincts (thanks erotes and demis!), no one seemed to notice the subtle change in atmosphere inside. At least…. Not at first.
Those on the outer walls might have noticed it first. Fog slowly creeping into the room from the shadows, making its way towards the center. Wispily it flowed, encircling around the feet and hooves of the various pae lingering about, light and bubbly. Eventually it made its way to the dance floor, covering the entirety of the resort.
Once the pae had noticed, spotlights around the room flared open. Light beams in vibrant shades of pinks, purples, blues and even greens started to dance across the fog, creating shimmering rainbows all along the floors and walls. They rotated back and forth, up and down, diagonal, cross ways, sideways any ways a pae could think of, almost as if to a beat of their own. And then suddenly, as if to match the lighting, loud music began to pump into the room.
From the dark shadows came small glowing lights, subtle at first, until figures holding the lights could be made out. Beautifully masked ladies holding glow sticks came, raising their fists, cheering and swinging to the music. Their dresses ruffled with the beat as they grabbed random pae by the shoulders and twirled them to the dance floors. No single pae had gone unnoticed by these new arrivals as they seemed to be coming from every direction at once, their energy infectious and hard to resist.
After them came several masked males, adorned in hooves and masks. They grinned, following the ladies, taking some as dance partners. Some taking random pae in their path instead, all the while guiding each one to the dance floor with a soft subtle touch.
Seems the party just got started!!
((Maenads and Satyrs have joined the party!! Feel free to have yours join in.))
Phorcys was a hunter, not a fashion expert. So when it came to preparing for a fancy costume ball and dinner, he was definitely a fish out of water, if one would excuse the phrase. He ended up enlisting the help of some of the cherubs to help him find something that would make him look striking in or out of the water, but not impede his ability to swim so that he could still dance with his date.
The week here had been wonderful thus far and the pair had taken the chance to relax as well as find new adventures. There had been a distinct lack of life-threatening danger, but they supposed that was alright. The other guests probably preferred that and well...it was fun to find new ways to make their own excitement without necessarily risking their lives with supernatural peril. Besides, they had both needed a holiday, and spending one together away from their jobs and other distractions had been just what was needed.
When the evening came for the fancy ball, Phorcys was pleased with the simple, but regal looking sash the cherubs had supplied for him. It draped over one shoulder, crossed his chest, then looped back around at his waist, all held in place by a pearl shell clasp. His mask was made in a similar likeness, shimmering pearl shell that reflected the ambient light with a rainbow of colors. Once he was sure everything was securely settled in place, he dove into the channels that snaked throughout the resort and made his way to the grand hall where dinner and dancing were to be held that evening. A lovely young lady (in a mask, of course) waved him over to the edge of the pool at the entrance, pointing out where the food and drink and dancing floor (and pools) were as she marked his hand with a symbol. He eyed it oddly, but it seemed to dry quickly and she didn't seem worried about it washing off. Besides, he had to find his lovely date.
'Hard to mistake those gloriously-colored scales,' he thought to himself with amusement, silently gliding through the water to his lady's side. He came up behind her and reached around her shoulder to steal a snack from her plate with a cheeky grin. "Well? What's the verdict on the spread? This year's Venus celebration up to par with the usual quality food and drink?" he teased, popping the morsel into his mouth.
Mellinae gave a little squeal as Phorcys magically appeared. Then she just playfully scolded him. "The food is up to par, but the action is a bit lacking." I fear I've put on 20 lbs this week alone." She joked right back. She offered him another nibble from her plate. He knew what she was referencing to. There had been a distinct lack of adventure.
Not that she was saying it hadn't been fun. The waters. The spa. The late nights spent indoors. It was all nice. But, she would never say it to him aloud, it was mildly disappointing. After their last Venus Day, she had expected more pizaz. More sparkle. More.....She didnt know.
Suddenly, the room went dark and the world lit up in color. The music took on a frenetic tone. And pae began to dance. A wicked smile lit up Mellinae's face and she turned towards Phorcys. "Well, well, well. Looks like this trip just got interesting, my darling knight." This? This she could get into.
Sure, it was probably a trap that would kill everyone. Or try to. Didn't mean it wouldn't be fun. Right? She threw her plate down on the table.
It didnt take much to pump.up the small fish after a weekend of calm. Grabbing his hands, she nodded towards the open underwater area that could currently send a pae into seizures on the wrong day. And gave him two simple words. Well, words and puppy dog eyes.
"LET'S GO!!"
Posted: Tue Feb 16, 2021 8:35 pm
Fea Line
Oisin top, twog bottom
Oisin had been terrified of the new stranger when he felt that familiar sting. This time hitting his thigh. His expression grew from fear to puzzlement. How in the hell did Venus get those devil mites in here? And invisible?!
Then the unthinkable happened. His rump started shaking. His legs started quaking. His whole body rolled in time to the beat. At least he hoped it was a beat and not his bloody heart beat.
Eyes focusing back on Jet, he asked "You feel it to, right?"
When all of a sudden the room went dark. A colorful explosion lit the dark with a bang. Colors were everywhere. The music changed. the dark thump.of the bass grew louder and louder and louder. Until he felt as though his little heart would explode.
But the beat? That was a good one. One that his shakey rump responded too. Quite vigorously. His body went down, and his tiny rear end bobbed up and down in a circular motion.
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Twog was in the process of attempting to twirl his lady when the lights went dark. "Umm...Kray? What was.." he was interrupted with an explosion of light and sound. A sudden mosh pit. Or at least the basic requirements for one.
Turning toward his predator of choice, he was jostled as the crowd started to bob and weave to the heavy drums coming out of, well who knew where. "What do we do?" He asked. Gone was the sudden bravado. Gone was the manly attitude. Gone were the pheramones. Left in their place was a scared little pink guy wi th funny ears.
Suddenly he was ripped away from his date and twirled onto the dance floor. He saw the maenad laugh at his bewilderment for only a brief second before he was tossed away to the dogs, so to speak. The maenad had dissapeared. But in her place was a crowd of throbbing, energetic chaos.
Lost and very confused, he hollered for his birdy friend "Kray!?!"
Tirzah elbowed Rhoea in the side. "Don't be crass," she said, her tone playful yet firm. Besides, she wasn't entirely sure she was going to be able to get this thing off, ever.
Suddenly she blushed. Was it possible she was wrong? No, she was certain Menahem was interested in men. Perhaps he hadn't told his friend? Surely there would be no secrets between two such close friends. "I mean," she backpedaled, "I certainly don't know him as well as you do." Menahem wasn't exactly subtle about the way he looked at Rhoea. "But I'm pretty sure."
Daisicle
Tirzah > Rhoea
Posted: Tue Feb 16, 2021 9:03 pm
Cinnamon tail moved with the sound of the music as he took a drink from a passing tray. He was about to take a sip when the hairs on the back of his neck stood up. His tail stopped his ears moved around to try to pin point where he was going to be attacked. He slowly put down his drink and moved his hand to his sword.
His master had forbidden his drawing the blade unless he was sure it was a life or death situation. Just having his hand on the hilt calmed him as he quickly turned around and saw. "A Bird?" He said in a confused voice. His hand released the hilt. "Hello Birdy?
Kadri gave Laoise a roguish grin and took her hand to kiss it, a maneuver he'd seen his father perform on more than one occasion, always to positive reception. "Sure are," he agreed.
He started to say something else, then noticed the change in the party's vibe. "Huh," he said, looking out toward the dance floor, still holding Laoise's hand. "Looks like the party's really getting started." The funky beat and the colored lights got his hips moving.
"C'mon! Let's dance!" Kadri pulled Laoise toward the aquatic version of the dance floor, conversation about gender totally forgotten.
Dream WhiteWitz
Kadri > Laoise (arrow: happiness)
Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 8:55 am
Zuleika couldn't resist partaking in some "self-care" along with the mortals during the week, though she did so mainly at night when most of the guests would be, er, otherwise occupied. Gross.
She'd gotten a hair treatment that made her hair even softer, some kind of skin thing, and spent some solid time in the hot spring. But mostly she was excited for Grandmother's big day, when she'd get to see Kore again and hang out with her, and Shansa, and anyone else!
The day of the party, Zu dressed up in a soft, gauzy gown that moved around her like the wind. It was almost, but not quite, the same color as her hair, and it was set with creamy white beads on the few parts that had any structure. Her mask was a buttery yellow, with the same creamy white beads around the eye holes, and the corners had tiny fabric roses in light pink and goldenrod, with little sage-green leaves. She wore bracelets and anklets of pearl, and a pearl comb in her hair.
She was truly not interested in arrows today, but she did have a job to do, so once she entered the party, she spotted Kore talking to Calliope and half-ran, half-skipped over, flinging a few arrows at random on her way.
Revel1984
Erminea has been hit with Aglaia's beauty arrow! She is now very beautiful.
SSBrosB
Metzli has been hit with Aglaia's beauty arrow! She is now very beautiful.
sailornorthstar
Cami has been hit with Aglaia's beauty arrow! She is now very beautiful.
Zu skidded to a stop before the other teens with a cheerful smile. "Hi, friends!" she exclaimed.
Xoana's little gasp of surprise let Beltan know it had absolutely been the right choice to take the hand with the very breakable glass in it. "Ah, well you certainly caught my attention," he responded, the corners of his mouth curling upward at the breathy quality of her tone. Arranging their free hands so hers set on his shoulder and his rested gently on her hip, he lifted his chin at the glass still held between them.
"Dare we risk a sip?" he asked, unaware yet of the creeping mist and shadows. Even when the music started pumping at decibels just shy of deafening, it was still somehow just muted background static. He had eyes only for Xo.
Taric had taken great care in selecting his mask. While some might have found the merrily tinkling jinglebells and elongated nose to be too much, it suited the satyr just fine because it drew the eye to his mask and then right on down to his well-defined chest (which, frankly, did its own "talking" ). From there, well, ya know what they say about guys with big "noses".
The picture of casual confidence, Taric strolled through the swirling fog and flashing lights, gently nudging pae he passed in the direction of the dance floor. Before he reached the space himself, though, he spotted a sunny-colored faun sitting alone and looking far too blue for the festivities.
"This won't do," he said as he approached Menahem, his voice carrying clearly despite the loud music. "The sun should come out from behind the clouds and come dance with me," Taric added as he extended his hand to the lonely faun, his pitch simultaneously deep and ethereal. This mask had some great acoustics.
"Menelie" Beltan (no arrow, just feels) to Xoana And a wild Taric appears to be Mena's rebound~
At last the party was going somewhere Airlea felt as the music changed to something more her liking and the lights changed. Now this was a party. As her fellow maenads emerged, Airlea handed her drink tray off to one of the cherub waiters and pulled her own glowstick out from between her breasts. At last, she could begin dancing, though she had hardly contained her need to dance before. She practically leaped into the middle of the dance floor, waving her hands in the air like she just did not care.
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Neo was not at all surprised when someone bumped into him and drink sprayed all over him. One, that seemed to be the theme for his weekend, and two, this place was quickly filling up. Thankfully it had just been a little sprinkling of drink, and he wasn't completely soaked. "It's alright." Neo said, "bound to happen here." He remembered how bad he had felt when he spilled the food on the faun the other day, and he could see the panic on this pae's face. He took a finger and ran it across some of the drink the had splashed on his arm and tasted it. It tasted pretty good. Neo raised his eyebrows as he asked, "Where can I get what you are having?"
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Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:23 am
Meri is handed a drink and pushed towards the dance floor, the music changing and the sudden appearance of the maenads and satyrs left her confused but not all together lost. Standing awkwardly on the dance floor she downs her drink before flailing about in 'dance.' This ungraceful display goes on for a bit before she trips over her own foot and falls onto Azure in a spectacular fashion. In the style of an auctioneer Meri rapidly blurts out, 'dieties and monsters, I am so sorry! You aren't hurt are you? I can't believe I did that, are you okay, you are okay, yes?'
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Meridiana to Azure
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Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:30 am
Tirzah's elbow was met with a light chuckle and a shrug from him - yeah, he was confident he'd be seeing just that by the end of the night. He always had a way to get what he wanted in that regard.
One could almost visibly see the gears rotating in Rhoea's head as he tried to process what Tirzah was saying, despite the fact it wasn't the first time he'd heard it. First time in a long time, yeah, but it was not wholly new information. Just information he'd happened to forget. He waved off her concern lightly, glad that the mask would keep hidden the blood he could feel coloring his cheeks. "Nah, brah, you got it all wrong. It's just cause he was a girl at the time, that's all. Totally." This topic of conversation was abruptly halted as the entire vibe of the dance hall changed into, well, a proper dance hall.
Rhoea could dig it. Anything to keep him focused on the cutie before him rather than Menahem.
He downed the rest of his drink in a smooth motion before trading it for a cocktail of some sorts from a passing cherub and grinning at Tirzah with a devilish, yet charming, glint in his eye. He added a bit of theatrical flourish as he motioned to the dancefloor.
"Shall we dance~?"
Menelie
[Arrow = NA] Rhoea > Tirzah
Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:34 am
"Bird? Bird where?" Mossy blinked as she turned to look behind her in the direction Cinnamon's gaze indicated, only to return back with a confused one herself. It shifted to one of surprise, then comprehension, as she realized he was talking about her. "No, no! I'm not Birdy. I'm Mossy! Who're you?" She smiled and took another sip of her drink.
Her eyes curiously followed the fog on the ground to the very ravey lightshow as it descended on the dancefloor. Woah! She'd never seen anything like that! Were all Venus Parties like this? It was so pretty.
sailornorthstar
[Arrow = NA] Mossy > Cinnamon
Daisicle
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Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:44 am
Arrows flew so thick and fast that Horkos had to, almost physically, wrestle down his battle instincts. Instead, in a smooth controlled motion, he drew his bow and selected three of his own arrows to add to the din because, well, he was here and may as well make the most of it. Truth be told, he didn't quite know what they would do to the mortals considering most of his work dealt in unswerving loyalty and, by extension, punishment for anyone who broke their word. But Oaths are just fancy promises, right?
Wolfs Heart
Rhyol has been struck with an Arrow of Oaths! He'll feel compelled to make silly, lovesick promises (target's choice on what kind) to the next pae he sees~
Shadica
Gwyneira has been struck with an Arrow of Oaths! She'll feel compelled to make silly, lovesick promises (target's choice on what kind) to the next pae she sees~
Rainbloom has been struck with an Arrow of Oaths! She'll feel compelled to make silly, lovesick promises (target's choice on what kind) to the next pae she sees~
