Ivory
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Post by Ivory on Mar 22, 2021 20:18:03 GMT -8
Ivory gives the pair a tight squeeze before letting go.
"As do both of you! Gorgeous!" Ivory says, her tone bright as she looks to find her half-finished drink... to find it gone, a precautionary step by the staff, but an attentive bartender notices and mixes another quickly enough. Thus, the brief frown that was beginning to form on her lips fades quickly as Ivory's smile returns and her attention is focused, once more, upon the two lovers. "The bracelets definitely bring it all together..." she said with a wink.
"I'm... well enough I think? People seem to be enjoying themselves and I have a cosmo," she answered, "I needed tonight. And you, Fire? Settling in well?"
Ivory did not know Dani well, but she liked the Elemental well enough. Admittedly, her connection to the court that Ivory was slowly building inroads with helped, as well as her connection to Riley. By herself though, Firebringer was quite pleasant, if awkward at times.
At the attempt to compliment her role in getting the pair together, the smile on the Pale Dragon's lips tugged wider, even as she playfully rolled her eyes.
"Oh, please," she teased, "I didn't tell you anything more than you already need. Sometimes you just need a friend to help you see."
She let the statement hang. This victory was Riley's, though the Fairest admittedly took no small amount of pleasure in the fact that she was right, but she's not gonna say that right to Riley's FACE. Well, not in front of Dani, anyway. That could always be a text later.
At the mention of the blond Winter, Ivory turned to see him gone from the spot where she had left him, prompting a shrug from the Dragon as she turned back to the pair.
"First time we've met, actually. He came up to me after I ordered my drink," she said, "Seems to have balls, but, fuck, he's cold. I tend to like a little more heat, you know?"
But I could be convinced.
"Between us? That guy in Summer, with fire-eye thing? Um... yes," she said, vaguely describing Loki amongst friends before a look of revelation hit her face, "Do you know Lucas, Riley?"
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Firebringer
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Elemental Ifrit, Presence 3 (Intimidating)
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Post by Firebringer on Mar 22, 2021 21:48:44 GMT -8
The Ifrit blushes a bit, but there is this completely goofy grin on her face. "Thaaaanks. I don't get many excuses to look super femme," she tosses a tress of her hair, well, wig, over her shoulder and bats her eyelashes.
"I'm feeling great. Things are a party and no one is-" she was going to mention one of the many, many events that happened at Imbolc, but she remembers to not actually delve into it. "Crazy things do not seem to be among us yet. The bad kind of crazy, not the bomb shit you talk about to your friends later and giggle about."
She takes another sip and gazes over at Riley, looking away quickly as she's met with that sparkling glance, making her all kinds of giddy. "Oh, really?" She raises an eyebrow then, "So, Ivory knows about my repressed, hefty sexual desires?" A giggle escapes her lips. She couldn't possibly hold that one in. "I'm glad you said something. Genuinely." And then she leans over to give Riley a little peck on the cheek.
And then pauses to listen. Lucas? ...Wait. Like. The Lucas Rowan had been talking about? That's that dude? ...Lucas isn't an uncommon name though. Though, we are Lost. It isn't like most of us are Johns or Mary.
Then she is curious to know how Riley knows him.
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Riley Sorsa
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Post by Riley Sorsa on Mar 23, 2021 5:29:07 GMT -8
Riley rolls their eyes and sticks their tongue out at Fire for that joke. "Insatiable this one," Riley adds, rifting off of Dani But quickly stopped making the face after Dani provided them a kiss. The moth wiggles their shoulder like a bird about to preen itself.
"Oh, the one with the fiery eyes is quite the looker. But I seem to be biased when it comes to flames," Riley smirked, then they had to think about Lucas.
We dated once. He's a selfish piece of shit. It was a short fling. Cute but dumb. We fucked a few times. An emotional Parasite.
Riley rushed through the answers that they could give Ivory about their past with Lucas. It would be a lie to say Riley would get no pleasure of tearing the Winter Courtier to shreds. But they were a host tonight, and they hadn't thought about Lucas in months. Tonight was about someone else, something else.
"He's an ex from a while ago. Ballsy and cold, that's about right. Great sex, mind you, but watch the baggage."
Riley was going to cut Lucas short of some of his talents. But letting Ivory know what she might be playing with was the least Riley could do. Besides, Ivory probably would melt that Iceman; he had no idea what he was trying to get into.
"I'd say you'd get a kick, but not a lot else. You'd probably find more fun joining us for the evening," The moth says with a coy wink. Despite the offer, Riley's wristbands made it clear that it was no more than playful flirting.
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Ivory
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Post by Ivory on Mar 23, 2021 15:09:31 GMT -8
"Crazy is what you make of it," she offers, "but don't worry. The event is being monitored. If people fly off the handle, I'm confident things will be handled well enough."
Firebringer's joke elicits a genuine, bright laugh from the dragon. "Well, we can't have that," she says, in reference to the repression, "Tonight's a good night to practice a little... liberation."
Her eyebrows peaked at the insinuation, the teasing smile showing the joke had been good natured. The pair were an item and, thus, 'hands off' as far as the dragon was concerned, given their choice of bands. To the Elemental's thanks, the Pale Dragon grants a light hearted shrug, the smile remaining upon her thanks. "I've never been one for subtlety when my opinion is directly asked for," she admits, "If we're honest, I'm beginning to suspect I'm not well known for... tact."
In her periphery, Ivory spots Rowan... taking off his shirt. Golden eyes go wide as she looks to between Riley and Dani with pleasant surprise before looking to Rowan's circle and giving out a wolf whistle. "Someone get that man a drink!" she hollers, giving the awkward Fall courtier a gregarious smile, a wink, and, the final flourish, a finger gun. She was glad Rowan was having fun and, frankly, she was going to encourage him to pursue it further. "Yes. He. Is." Ivory said, agreeing with Riley's statement regarding Dani's court-mate. Ivory wasn't exactly shy about her attraction. Loki was blunt and rugged, both qualities the Pale Dragon admired, even if she hardly knew him. Riley's comments regarding Lucas were met with a surprised look. "Oh, wow. Sorry, I had no idea..." she said, her tone edging on apologetic, "Consider me informed. I'm not really looking for baggage tonight. Or ever. That tends to be a little... clingy."
Riley's tease is met with a giggle. "If only. A girl can dream right?" she says, teasing the Moth right back. Again the dragon's light-hearted expression signified she wasn't overly invested in the flirting, but what was a small tease amongst, friends? Ivory knew the pair only had their eyes on each other. Stray — Today at 4:56 PM Encourage Rowan Presence+Persuasion+Mantle (Reasoning: It's Ostara bb, gotta get involved) @dicecord-CoD roll 7 Dicecord-CoD BOT — Today at 4:57 PM stray rolled 7 dice and got 1 success. 6 6 6 4 1 9 6
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Firebringer
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Elemental Ifrit, Presence 3 (Intimidating)
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Post by Firebringer on Mar 24, 2021 13:48:50 GMT -8
Fire had taken a brief moment to text Rowan and she'd been chuckling a little bit when Ivory shouted out, which made her look up to seen the cold fish himself, walking by, "Oh my fucking god. ROWAN. GET IT BOIII"
"Oh, you mean Loki? Yeah, he's pretty hot," She couldn't help but giggle at her own joke. Because hahaha obviously hahaha It really shouldn't be as funny as it is, but she's in one of those giddy moods. Helps when you are with someone you are incredibly taken with.
Fire looks over at Riley, trying to figure out what kind of breakup or whatever it was that she fully had with Lucas was. She wouldn't assume it was a mutual parting, given Riley's comments, but is there anything deeper?
She lets out a little snort at Riley's flirtatious comment toward Ivory and immediately her mind goes to Hamilton. I'm just saying if you really loved me, you would share him. "Dreams... huh, that would be an interesting place to-" she pauses and looks off to the side batting her eyelashes. "Anyway! Apparently, Rowan is going to get himself some body paint and have at the world. In case anyone was curious where all that was headed." She wouldn't mention the reason he's got on a yellow bracelet was via dare.
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Riley Sorsa
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Post by Riley Sorsa on Mar 24, 2021 14:20:19 GMT -8
The darkling was being polite, and their words were chosen to match that. Beyond that The nature of their split couldn't be pulled from the Moth’s words or their voice. Riley seems impassive and uninterested about Lucas, any further emotions could not be gleaned.
As Ivory and Fire each called out in excitement across the party towards Rowan, the Bright one glanced over. He was far enough not to tell much besides the fact he was applying paint, and he looked different. Not a surprise seeing that guy changed his kith these days on a dime. Riley also noted that he was spending time with Lucas, and Linden had approached.
Huh weird crowd. At least he’s trying to have fun.
Firebringers flirtatious comment regarding dreams got a chuckle from the moth, as they filled the gap of Dani’s insulation. Before Riley could run with what Dani just put down she changed the subject.
“Well who would have thought.” Riley chuckled “Spring truly has sprung. Hope he paces himself we have a long night ahead.”
Riley took a sip of their drink “So what did you bring as a seed Ivory?”
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Eis
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Post by Eis on Mar 24, 2021 18:32:20 GMT -8
From the distance, with a very direct path towards the bar Riley currently occupies, Eis practically storms along. She's still clutching an empty vial from which her last, sugary drink came. It isn't till she gets close that her stride slows and she finds a little quiet dignity. She clears her throat sharply, just as Riley finishes some nonsense about seeds. Of course Spring would be about seeds.
"Hope I'm not interrupting. I don't believe we've met." She smiles. It isn't pleasant, though her smiles rarely are. One of her students referred to it as 'resting bitch face'. She earned herself detention for it. The little ingrate...
Dark eyes set against icy white skin are hard to miss when they're locked on someone, and Eis spares Ivory and Firebringer only as much of a glance as it takes to register their bracelet colors. No; her gaze locks on the moth-like Spring Courtier and stay there. The smile and gaze remain for a near-infinite stretch of seconds before introducing herself. "Eis. Of Autumn. You certainly know how to make an entrance."
Finally allowing herself to acknowledge the other two, she makes eye contact with the fiery girl with the smoldering Mantle and the ashen, haloed Spring dragoness. The polite smile she offers them is significantly less intense.
First, to Riley. "Though I'm afraid you may have stolen the spotlight from your companions, here." Then, to Ivory and Firebringer. "It's so good to meet the both of you. But where are my manners? Isn't this an evening for revelry? Come, let me get the four of us drinks to get acquainted over." Sheepishly, she places her previously drained beverage tube on the counter, but then smiles once more. Friendly. Ish. "What is everyone having? I won't take no for an answer."
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Ivory
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Post by Ivory on Mar 26, 2021 1:08:51 GMT -8
Ivory's eyebrows peak as Firebringer begins to speak of dreams before stopping herself. However, out of respect for the wristband system, the Pale Dragon does not goad her further.
The comments regarding Rowan and the need for him to pace himself is met with a smile.
"In any case, I'm glad he's pursuing the night with some interest. It'll be good for him," she ventured, "Brooding is only productive to a point, but, I agree, he should moderate himself until he's comfortable enough."
"A date palm seed," Ivory said, answering Riley's question, "They're my favorite fruit."
As the Ice Queen makes her approach, gilded eyes rests upon her, possessive of some sense of warmth even if Eis' are not. The woman was Autumn. Ivory's interactions with Rowan and others had shown the Leaden Mirror's comfortability with fear and caution often colored the way the handled themselves in public. Thus, she did not pass judgement on the chilly introduction. Eis' interest in Riley was understandable, the captivating Moth had made quite the entrance. The Pale Dragon would wait until she was addressed, happy to allow her friend some time to greet their guest in kind.
"The limelight suits Riley," the Pale Dragon mused as Eis spoke of the Moth stealing it from herself and Firebringer. Her cordial, more formal tone had easily returned, "I would be a poor friend if I did not allow her to shine, no? It would be to the detriment of all if I refused them the opportunity. Truly."
The final word was coupled with a wink to the Bright One. Ivory was more than happy to uplift them.
"Ivory of Spring," she continued, providing her own brief introduction before looking to her nearly full cosmopolitan. At this point though, fuck it, right? "Shots?" she asked, looking to the assembled.
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Riley Sorsa
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Post by Riley Sorsa on Mar 26, 2021 8:13:49 GMT -8
Riley took a sip of their drink and was about to say something to Ivory when the crystalline woman approached the group with a demanding gate.
The Bright one raised an eyebrow at the less than pleasant introduction. The distant sound of the woman's mantle caused their antennae to flick in mild discomfort. Riley, however, was raised in the south; pleasantries and backhanded comments were all too familiar.
Was this woman intentionally rude? Or was it part of her 'nature,' and this was an unintentional slight?
Eis of Autumn. Riley took a moment to recall what they may know of this woman. The events of the year had made the Darkling take extra care to pay attention to the courts' politics and members. What were they could recall about this Eis?
"Why, thank you, Ivory" Riley flashed the Pale Dragon a smile before pivoting the smile to Eis.
" How rude of me. I am Riley, but I wouldn't have had such an entrance if it wasn't for my radiant date tonight." The Bright one smirked at Eis before stepping to the side to Introduce their date.
"May I introduce you to Firebringer of the Ironspear" The Darkling had a tone of playful pomp to the introduction. They glanced to Dani and gave a wink.
"If you won't take no for an answer, then I say shots sound great to me." Riley says once more addressing the cold Fairest.
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Firebringer
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Elemental Ifrit, Presence 3 (Intimidating)
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Post by Firebringer on Mar 27, 2021 13:00:13 GMT -8
Fire raises an eyebrow at the newcomer. Eis comes up and speak to us and the first set of things she says is that Riley 'stole the limelight' from us? That's a weird comment to make. Incredibly presumptuous about feelings and need for being 'seen.' Are you just kind of naturally rude like this... or?
"Eh. I have no need to be seen. I'm a fire with resting rude face, they'll run either way," she says in a cheeky manner, "No, but Riley is incredible and therefore how can they not outshine the place?"
And then Riley motioned to her, calling her their radiant date and she can't help but blush a bit. "Eek" is her immediate response to that until they introduce her.
"Yes. Firebringer. Uh, hello, Eis." I don't know that I like you. "Autumn-y to meet you." a play on 'cool to meet you', but it will probably get lost in translation. She didn't particularly care though. Ooo don't get petty, girl. The night has barely begun.
She turns slightly to look over to Ivory, "Oh, hell yes to shots. Whisky?" She could absolutely kill some burning whisky right now.
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Eis
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Post by Eis on Mar 28, 2021 7:16:15 GMT -8
The exchange about the date palm seed isn't lost on her. That's what they were going on about. Everyone was supposed to bring a seed. She'd honestly forgotten her own contribution, tucked away in a tiny plastic baggie underneath her sash. She absently pats her hip to check if it was still there. Yes. No? Yes. Apple seed. A fine Autumn harvest fruit. If she's going to participate, it may as well be meaningful for her.
Introductions are made, and Riley's two companions are quick to dismiss Eis' comment about the spotlight. Riley, herself, passed off her gesture as a means of impressing their date. It could be a decent excuse, if any, for drawing so much attention to oneself. Still a little strange... for someone leading a double life and 'trying' to hide from their Keeper. But, perhaps, not quite as offensive than simply being an insufferable narcissist. Either way, she'd bag that one for later. She has drinks to order.
"Shots. Of whiskey. Wonderful." She doesn't seem entirely sure of it, looking a little 'green-around-the-gills' at the thought, but she smiles again. She leans in over the bar and practically bellows at them.
"4 shots of whiskey! Yes. Thank you!"
The shot glasses are lined up in short order, to the bartender's credit, and soon all four of them are with drink. Eis knows this is a terrible idea. She also knows that the only way to learn anything from these fair weather courtiers is to pretend she gives half a shit. So drink she will. 'Fake it till you make it'. Or something.
"To Spring?" she asks, raising her glass. Firebringer had already opened the door for sad, seasonal jokes, so she adds "'Tis the season and the reason." The Snowskin waits for the others, and anything they may add to the toast, before slamming hers back.
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Ivory
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Post by Ivory on Mar 28, 2021 20:20:22 GMT -8
The Pale Dragon beams, her smile tugging wide as both Riley and Firebringer throw their support behind her choice of beverage. Even better, the Eis was proving at least somewhat amicable towards the move, despite her icy demeanor. Snowskins were often dour, but Eis at least seemed receptive to keeping things as pleasant. Further, who was Ivory to rebuff attempts by the Autumn to create some camaraderie? There was nothing wrong with building acquaintances with other courts.
Accepting the shot, the Pale Dragon would lift it to the Ice Queen.
"And a blessing to your endeavors, Eis. New opportunity awaits in fertile soils," she offered before tossing the shot back. Still, the Fairest remembered Riley's little superstition well and thus did her best to maintain eye contact with those gathered. For good luck.
"I'm always pleased when our brethren among the Mirror join in our revelry," she continues, "Have you been in Vegas long?"
The question was innocuous enough, or so Ivory believed. If Eis was wishing to build bridges, some familiarity was required.
Dusky red color was beginning to decorate the Fairest's cheeks and nose now, at least in the spaces where her ivory scales gave way to dusky gray skin. Roughly half a cocktail and two shots in a short period of time was having an effect and Ivory's frame was slighter than many. Alcohol tolerance could only push so far. Clearly, the dragon seemed comfortable with her current company. Even happy.
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Post by Lucas Chevalier on Mar 28, 2021 21:53:59 GMT -8
As The Doors had once so succinctly put it; the time to hesitate was through.
The plan had been to gather up around of drinks and offer those up as a sort of olive branch. However, when he glanced over to the bar area where he last saw the crowd, he noticed that not only was Eis there was with them, but she was handing out shots. The Winter Fairest was both proud and concerned for the Autumn Fairest. She had heeded his words and she was putting herself out there. He just hoped it didn't end in a morning of regrets for her. Instead of buying another round of drinks, he settled on getting an alcoholic slushy for himself. Maybe if things went well, he could buy a round of drinks for the group later.
Here goes nothing.
The Winter Courtier lit his face up in one of his most disarming smiles. One of the helpful aspects of his Kith was no matter what angle he was in or how he moved his body or whatever shape he was in, his kith ensured he was always in a picture perfect pose. Even though he had put the paint on his body without putting too much thought into it, it complimented the party vibe he had been going for. Plus, he had the added bonus of not creating any body heat so the colors stayed vibrant and in place even after all of the dancing he had done with Kai.
Without missing a beat, he strolled over to where Ivory was standing. "My evening adventures took me all over the place tonight and yet I couldn't help but find myself drawn back here for some mysterious reason." He winked at her playfully.
Then he turned his attention over to the rest of the group. When he spotted Eis drink, he held his slushie up to her. He continued smiling when his eyes landed on Dani, offering her a nod of his head in greeting.
And now the moment of his Ostara destiny was at hand.
His attention shifted over to Riley. The smile on his face remained there even when his gaze met theirs.
"Hey, Riley."
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Riley Sorsa
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Post by Riley Sorsa on Mar 29, 2021 7:02:19 GMT -8
The Moth eyes followed Eis as she gathered shots of whiskey for the assembled group. Before offering a toast to the season. Eis was a snake in the grass. Riley, however, knew you still had to smile at snakes.
"May spring rains, satisfy the thirsts of our desires, may springs bounty of life be all you wish." As was customary, Riley raised the shot glass and made pointed eye contact with each present before taking a sip of the shot.
Most parties Riley would have downed it without hesitation, but they were a professional. Tonight they had a show to put on tonight; they had to pace themself.
"Two and half years or so, wasn't it?" Riley answers the question for Eis with a sweet smile upon their face. "You are some sort of teacher, right?"
It was subtle, but for the likes of Eis, it made it clear that Riley was well informed. The Whisp wanted to say something to Dani but didn't want to be rude to the current company. Instead, Riley gave Firebringers hand a light squeeze then Lucas arrived.
He was pleasant. He was always friendly. That charming smile and playful attitude masked the cold chill of his approach. Was he another snake disguising its rattle with platitudes and smiles?
Riley raised their half-empty shot glass in greeting to Lucas. "Lucas. We were just learning about Eis of the Ashen Court. Have you met? "
Riley was confident the two had met, at least run into each other. A few minutes earlier, they had been standing next to Rowan when Linden had made their approach.
"This is Firebringer of the Ironspear," Riley said, looking at Dani. They didn't want to overdo the dramatic introduction. If Dani meets their gaze Riley provides her a smile before turning back to the gathering of lost.
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Firebringer
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Elemental Ifrit, Presence 3 (Intimidating)
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Post by Firebringer on Mar 30, 2021 17:47:00 GMT -8
Firebringer purses her lips a little as she really processes Eis' comments. Yeah. I don't like you. But she doesn't try to show that much on her face. There's so much going on anyway, she doubts anyone would be looking anyway.
She is pleased as they get to down a good shot of whisky. Yes. That would take some of the edge off. Heck, perhaps it will take an edge off Eis.
The Fire contently listens for most of the conversation, not really feeling the need to add much. At least until she has a mini spotlight from Lucas approaching. Fuck. She got a good look over this pretty boy. She didn't really know anything about Riley's break up with him, but... they seemed annoyed enough to have to say something, so there is that.
And then there is the fact that Riley makes a point of introducing her. Sounds like a juicy story for later. In the meantime - "Uhh, yeah, uh, Sup, Lucas. Name's Firebringer." She tries to come off as chill as possible, not bothered at all. Actually kind of funny considering she is next to a Winter courtier. Oof, and not to mention the overwhelming sense of... what was that? It was like everyone's personality just seemed to really protrude out far more than hers. Weird.
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