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Starfire ([personal profile] starbolts) wrote in [community profile] trans_92011-08-04 08:02 pm

Enchanted Aquatica---the Prom [WIDE OPEN Y'ALL]

The day had finally arrived for her big event, and Starfire couldn't be happier---or more nervous, actually. She was certainly not an expert on the inner workings of a prom, but it couldn't be too terribly complicated, right? As long as the people could eat, dance, and talk, it should be a reasonable success.

With that in mind, her decorations sprung from her mind into the large dome all around her, transforming a grey Sensorium into a beautiful underwater world, one with clear waters and free from the possibility of a shark attack.

The first change was the scent of the air, shifting into the comforting salty scent of the seas. Then the ground beneath her feet became a hardened sandstone, maintaining the gritty texture while remaining easy to walk upon---except for the smooth dance floor, of course. The grey dome transformed into a flowing bluish-green, rippling all around with fish of all colors passing in the background. Some of the 'sky' faded into a violet tone over the dance floor, lit by glowing circular lights in every color. Suspended in midair, they almost looked like motionless fireflies, though they sometimes swayed in tune with songs.

Tables arose from coral in all colors, rising from the ground and twisting to provide a flattened surface on the very top---rounded ones for guests, and long tables off to the side containing shell-bowls of food. Chairs were large floating clam shells with well cushioned interiors, some large enough to hold two people. More comfortable spongy places to sit were also littered across the area, notably by the large shell-shaped enclosure that was the promised swimming pool. It too was lit by the floating lights, providing what she hoped was a romantic atmosphere.

Finally, the glowing stage above the dance floor couldn't help but attract attention with its chairs. Six royal thrones and one plush chair of all colors directly in the middle rested in the back of the stage, leaving the front open for announcements. Just off to the side of the stage stood the DJ's table, with even that machine painted to match the soft underwater glow of the scenery.

Everything finally seemed pleasing to Starfire. With one last change, dressing herself in the formal attire of the prom, she sent out the signal to everyone and waited. She hoped they would have a wonderful time.

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 11:56 am (UTC)(link)
"That's a big deal in your world too then." Kaya grimaced. "I have to admit that I was only able to go to balls in my world because I was with the GAang: otherwise they would have been as inaccessible to me as they would be to many others. But like the way you look, honestly: it gives you distinction!"

Yes, there was little doubt that Kaya appreciated how independent Nokosi was, how he went with the wind and did what he liked rather than force himself to be held by other people's conventions. True, he took it to extremes, but he would learn how to respect personal space soon enough, right?

"What kind of dance?"

[identity profile] kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 12:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Kaya took his hand, and lightly slapped it. "You must have me confused with some sort of stuffy necked lady. This princess prefers to be amongst the people that know and care for her: they bring out the best in her!"

He had mentioned swing, so earlier Kaya had gone to the DJ booth and requested that when she and Nokosi stepped on the dance floor, they'd played something with swing. Apparently it was decided he'd kick it up a notch, and play a swing song with a bit of House.

Kaya, for her part, decided to use the Sensorium to her advantage. She had stripped out of her dress and a moment later now wore that, with the hat (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2335/2335477094_574bd198bf_b.jpg) and all. She walked to the center of the dance floor with Nokosi, and the speakers blared out a really up tempo version of "Minnie the Moocher (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EWd-2FL0e8)."

It was a new kind of music but sprightly enough, so she started to move with Nokosi, watching what he would do mext.
Edited 2011-08-06 12:13 (UTC)
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[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-08-06 01:05 pm (UTC)(link)
"Then I'll just hope for reasonably well."

Billy took his time in learning, propelling this way and that. Steering was similar to swimming with legs for the most part, but the propulsion was new. He almost collided into an edge once, the tail was so unexpectedly powerful.

"In water, yes, but I like my life as a land creature. This...sure is fascinating, though," he had to admit, slipping under the water for a quick swim. It felt entirely different on a tail than on his legs, and he could breathe! Gills, of course. His internal organs must have rearranged themselves to allow such a change, and he wondered how extensive it was....

For a land-lover, he was spending an awfully long time in the depths. Since anyone entering the water would gain the ability to breathe under it, it could stand to be deeper than an ordinary pool. It was almost a lake, and along the floor he saw the same breathtaking decorations that existed above.

Would you look at that.
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[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 01:12 pm (UTC)(link)
He nodded. "That's a pretty common story amongst the people on board. Apparently they wipe your memory of the last moments of your world because it's 'too traumatic'. It must have been a fright."
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[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 01:29 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yes, back when they had oceangoing pirates, anyway. That was an awfully long time ago."

He laughed. "So, how many people so far got the joke? And does this mean you're officially sprung from the brig?"

[identity profile] seesbosscrotch.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 01:40 pm (UTC)(link)
Amongst all that cognitive chaos, one bright and familiar mind came closer.

"If there's any help to be had by hiding out up here," Maridian said, tapping his head with his knuckles gently, "you can go for it, you know!"

He hadn't gone very thematic in his dress, just formal. For the first time since he'd gotten it back, the paladin was out of his armor in public. Instead, he wore magnificent crimson-and-gold robes, tight around the torso to show off the musculature his armor normally covered, then loose and flowing around the legs and arms. Though he didn't advertise the fact that he was of noble birth as a general rule, the outfit betrayed it.
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[personal profile] morganknight 2011-08-06 02:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Morgan turned his mock-stern expression back on for AJ. "Now, now. Rarity's gift is to exquisitely match a dress to a person, but a dress is only an accessory. It's the person who wears it that makes it beautiful."

He fell into step besides her, heading for a table; an implicit indication that of course he'd help pile.
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Come dance!

[personal profile] morganknight 2011-08-06 02:33 pm (UTC)(link)
He couldn't dance, but he could fake it like no one's business. So an expectant Morgan strolled the edge of the dance floor looking for a partner.

In a Rarity-designed suit that showed off his form to perfect effect, with an inviting smile and fluid movements, surely he would find someone willing to join him!

[identity profile] nokosi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 02:37 pm (UTC)(link)
"Swing dancing!" He said excitedly. "It is from an 'Earth'." One of the many he'd heard about. "It is very upbeat and energetic and looked very, very fun. There were many different styles so I asked Ronnae to practice with me so that I may get used to the footwork. I did not make it very far past the intermediate steps, though."

Which was fine enough. The last thing he needed to be doing was flipping girls around and sending them flying, no matter how funny it might end up being.
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[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 03:01 pm (UTC)(link)
"Hmm. I didn't know you were into music. Although I guess you do sort of look the type."

He motioned back to the rest of the crowd. "Anyway, I should go try to prevent someone from spiking the punch." Because ostensibly, that's what he was here for.

Re: /table of drunken adults

[identity profile] facepunching.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 03:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Soren was looking extremely uncomfortable as he approached Sumeragi, eyeing her jugs okay no.

"Hello," he said simply.
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Re: TABLES

[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 03:06 pm (UTC)(link)
You know where Zouichi was looking for Howard? A table off to the side, with a good vantage point to crowd-watch.

"I was wondering when you'd show up."

[identity profile] nokosi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 03:26 pm (UTC)(link)
"Is that so? Perhaps we will have to test that out, then. No better time than now, yes?"

Nokosi followed Kaya out to the dance floor, pinning his bangs back with the same barret that circled his ponytail. Her change of clothes, he thought, were rather fitting and he told her as much.

The song that Splicer decided to play made him grin, even though it was much different than what he'd been listening to during his practice with Ronnae. He took a moment to count out the faster beat in his head and then extended his right arm and placed his hand on Kaya's back, right below her shoulder. With his other, his fingers curled around her cupped hand and lay at rest waist-height.

Once he was sure he'd gotten down the rhythm, he began to lead her. Two quick steps to the left, two to the right and then the back, momentarily breaking their grip so she could follow along with the movements. The elf pulled her in closer as he lead them in a circle twice, then spun her once in an underarm turn before pulling away again.

His feet never stopped moving and he was sure his bouncing ears were making the most awful amazing racket, but it hardly matter because the volume of the music was drowning that out, too.

Re: King and Queen

[identity profile] hisfathersstaff.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 03:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Fortunately Negi was behind her to catch her and he sighed. "Well this is a first. What does a prom king do anyhow?"
iselldrugstothecommunity: (Raised eyebrow for serious skepticism.)

Re: ARRIVALS

[personal profile] iselldrugstothecommunity 2011-08-06 04:51 pm (UTC)(link)
"Hey, I hear bird patterns are really fashionable. It wasn't really an insult." He points over to someone else. "That person, on the other hand, looks like they fell face-first into a tub of glitter."

Although somehow, he imagines Kaya will enjoy his snarking on people less than he enjoys it. "Anyway, I'm just saying, if I was in a really bad mood, I'd be a lot ruder." She should know him well enough for that.

"Unfortunately for you, you're not going to see me in a skirt anytime soon. Wah wah, so sad." He winks. "We can petition someone to lower all the shelves back at the workplace."
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Re: TABLES

[personal profile] iselldrugstothecommunity 2011-08-06 04:56 pm (UTC)(link)
"Well la-di-da, good for you. I'm just not really interested," he says, getting a little bit defensive. It's not as if no one's ever drawn his lack of dating knowledge to his attention.

"Lucky her. Normal school is a pain in the neck. Hey, maybe next year I can nominate you two for prom king and queen."
iselldrugstothecommunity: (Douchebag face.)

Re: TABLES

[personal profile] iselldrugstothecommunity 2011-08-06 04:57 pm (UTC)(link)
"Dude, where've you been? I've been sitting around waiting for you for like, a whole ten seconds!"

He raises an eyebrow at the coat, though. "What, no Nuon hat?"
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Re: TABLES

[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 05:13 pm (UTC)(link)
"Wouldn't have matched the costume," Zouichi said. "What, you didn't dress up? I thought it was required."

Alan, from his perch aboard Zouichi's shoulder, is giving Howard a look. It's a look that says I'm watching you.
iselldrugstothecommunity: (Douchebag face.)

Re: TABLES

[personal profile] iselldrugstothecommunity 2011-08-06 05:29 pm (UTC)(link)
"Jeez, Zou, I'm wearing a collared shirt. What more do you want from me?" Because he doesn't want to look like he should be singing opera with you, Zouichi. "So where's the future queen?"

He returns the look at Alan, although Alan benefits from not having to blink much.

[identity profile] nobel-berserker.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 06:11 pm (UTC)(link)
"Didn't know they looked like this. It musta been tough to keep this whole getup clean on a boat like that."

If possible, her smile became broader. "Yup! I'm free as a bird, and it looks like just in time as well." She twirled the dynamite. "As for this, I've had to explain it a few times. I guess not many people get the connection."

[identity profile] nobel-berserker.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 07:57 pm (UTC)(link)
"He was an inventor!" Allenby said brightly. "He invented dynamite for mining--plus lots of other stuff--and then he founded the Nobel Peace Prize." Despite her apathy towards education, she'd made an effort to learn about the guy her Gundam was named after.

As for the dress, well, Kaya could think that. Maybe one day Allenby'd see if she was right, but she liked running around in trousers. "Looks like you got plenty of frill, though."

She sighed. "It's so dull in there. That was my first time ever stayin' in jail--I wouldn't mind not doing it again."
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Re: TABLES

[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 08:10 pm (UTC)(link)
Zouichi frowned a little at it, as if concentrating. "That must be why I couldn't find you at first. And Alastirra's not here yet."

Alan didn't have to blink at all, unless you counted his nictitating membrane. "Tee hee hee," he said, in Lash's voice.
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[identity profile] zouichi.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 08:23 pm (UTC)(link)
"You'd think so, wouldn't you? Maybe they only wore this sort of thing on special occasions. Otherwise, the coat might get caught on something. They might even drown."

"Nobel Gundam, Alfred Nobel... what's to explain? Speaking of which, is your Gundam good to go now?"

[identity profile] chosenlightchld.livejournal.com 2011-08-06 09:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Hikari nodded. "I'm glad you were able to make it!" she said, smiling a bit wider. "So... have you ever been to anything like this before? I haven't, so I'm not really sure what to expect later."
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[personal profile] indeliblepast 2011-08-06 10:51 pm (UTC)(link)
Sumeragi remembered his face - a name wasn't resolving itself, which sometimes happened with people she met in bars, but she definitely remembered him. She gave the man a cheerful wave, and pointed at her glass.

"Wine?"

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