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maskormenacelogs2020-03-02 04:56 pm
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WHO: Anyone who wants to come
WHERE: Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate
WHEN: Some nebulous weekend in early March
WHAT: Imports Who Want To Get Their Skate/Arcade On.
WARNINGS: That which comes naturally when a lot of imPorts are in one place.
[The feed opens up to Ruby in front of a gaudy building that has ‘Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate’ in big bold neon lights taking up more room on it than strictly required. She looks perhaps a little overwhelmed.]
Hey, so this might be short notice and all, but tonight this arcade and skate rink is having an imPort night - it’s short notice for them, too, it’s a long story. Anyway, basically any imPorts who come and are willing to show their tattoo get to rent skates for free, a complimentary bag of cotton candy, and 150 tokens to play games. I’ve set a nice down payment on food, so people who are short on cash can get something to eat, too.
I intended to set something like this up for youth imports to meet up, but- well, I think this is a case where everyone is welcome. This place isn’t all that far away from the Porter in DeChima.
I should warn you that I’m pretty sure this is a publicity stunt for the arcade, so make of that what you will.
Anyway, see you there.
Welcome to Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate
Ever wanted to play someStreet Fighter Road Brawler, eat some nachos, then skate with dozens of people who may or may not know how to slow down, all in the course of 10 minutes? If so, step on up to Joy-tasti-land!
Outside the arcade might look ridiculous, its comically large neon sign and a statue of its mascot (Eve the Arabian sand boa!) certainly attracting the eyes in perhaps a different way than the owners intended, but inside it’s a wonderland of arcade games, junk food, prize tables, and a skating rink. Well, maybe ‘wonderland’ isn’t the best word to use, as this establishment has been around quite some time, and it’s a little out-dated. That said, everything is in good condition, if a variety of bright highly saturated colours.
The Arcade Cabinets
The shining delight of the arcade is, as ever, the actual games. While many of the games here can be seen as ‘retro’, or ‘classic’, they’re in good repair and happily beep and buzz as they should. Skee Ball ramps take up a good portion of the back wall, stickers proclaiming ‘five balls for one token!’ and ‘win big!’ in large, faded text. A basketball hoop in one machine occasionally shakes as loud cheers erupt from it. There’s even a game of Whack-A-Weasel! happily ringing away as the plastic weasels taunt all passers by.
If you prefer games that are a little less physically active in nature, you aren’t going to have to go far, as several classic arcade games are available that range from light gun shooters to a game where the objective is to move a salamander across a busy road and a river without it getting ran over by the children on bikes or eaten by ducks.
The pièce de résistance, however, is a game where you sit in the front seat of a jeep, trying to outrun hungry bird monsters as the car frame moves with your turns! With a second player the large light machine gun installed on to the jeep can be used! (Not that your partner will be able to aim with the car moving so much.)
The Rink
Step on up to the cabinet and pick up your roller skates, free if you show off your government issued tattoo! Rest assured that they have even particularly large sizes available by some miracle, so even the human mountains among you will stand a chance at getting some time on the rink!
Speaking of the rink, while its gaudy patterned floor might be a little distracting, it’s perfect for what it’s meant for! The large space has plenty of room for a good number of people, and railing on the sides to help those who are perhaps not all that good at making their way on eight wheels. As you skate around prepare to be bombarded with cheery pop music from the last decade, and every half hour there will be something of a well-meaning but ultimately annoying light show complete with coloured stage lights!
The Food
The food at Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate may not be the highest quality, but it will definitely hit the spot if you have a love of junk food, cheese, or reheated cheeseburgers and hotdogs. That said, you don’t go to arcades for fine dining!
Thanks to Ruby (inspired by how Lucina did the same in the past) a decent amount of food is free for the taking. The only thing stopping you from eating everything you can carry is perhaps the shame that might come from the odd looks given to you by the staff.
The Prize Counters
While most of the arcade is behind the times, the prize counters are blessedly stocked with up to date items. You have classics like tiny water guns that will break the first time you use them, generic but lovable framed pictures, and the obligatory giant plush of Eve that costs 10,000 tickets!
That said, those who are paying attention might notice that some of the prizes are, let’s say, ‘familiar’. Some of the framed pictures are of characters that look an awful lot like famous imPorts. Stickers, cups, and even a few smaller plushies carry these same images. Maybe your image has been used? Or the image of your best friend? Well, it seems like management is strangely missing, so you might have to look around if you want to make a formal complaint.
The… Adventure Land?
Perhaps this place has a lower age demographic than initially thought, as tucked away in a corner, mostly partitioned off by large plastic sheeting from floor to ceiling, is what can only be described as a technicolour indoor playground nightmare. Normally this area of the building is cordoned off from the rest, but someone has gone and removed all the (flimsy) barriers to entry.
While the playground, complete with tubes suspended from the ceiling for the visitors to climb through, isn’t technically falling apart, it’s certainly a safety hazard. From the lack of end caps in the sky tubes to a ball pit that probably hasn’t been cleaned in a year, this area is clearly intended to be under renovations.
That said, what’s stopping you from sneaking off and having a little fun?
The End of the Night
As the night wears on, and people start to go home, the arcade quiets down and the workers start cleaning up. No one is asking you to leave (yet) but perhaps you and the other stragglers should consider at least going outside - assuming you’re not still trying to get the tickets you need for that Eve plushie!
WHERE: Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate
WHEN: Some nebulous weekend in early March
WHAT: Imports Who Want To Get Their Skate/Arcade On.
WARNINGS: That which comes naturally when a lot of imPorts are in one place.
[The feed opens up to Ruby in front of a gaudy building that has ‘Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate’ in big bold neon lights taking up more room on it than strictly required. She looks perhaps a little overwhelmed.]
Hey, so this might be short notice and all, but tonight this arcade and skate rink is having an imPort night - it’s short notice for them, too, it’s a long story. Anyway, basically any imPorts who come and are willing to show their tattoo get to rent skates for free, a complimentary bag of cotton candy, and 150 tokens to play games. I’ve set a nice down payment on food, so people who are short on cash can get something to eat, too.
I intended to set something like this up for youth imports to meet up, but- well, I think this is a case where everyone is welcome. This place isn’t all that far away from the Porter in DeChima.
I should warn you that I’m pretty sure this is a publicity stunt for the arcade, so make of that what you will.
Anyway, see you there.
Welcome to Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate
Ever wanted to play some
Outside the arcade might look ridiculous, its comically large neon sign and a statue of its mascot (Eve the Arabian sand boa!) certainly attracting the eyes in perhaps a different way than the owners intended, but inside it’s a wonderland of arcade games, junk food, prize tables, and a skating rink. Well, maybe ‘wonderland’ isn’t the best word to use, as this establishment has been around quite some time, and it’s a little out-dated. That said, everything is in good condition, if a variety of bright highly saturated colours.
The Arcade Cabinets
The shining delight of the arcade is, as ever, the actual games. While many of the games here can be seen as ‘retro’, or ‘classic’, they’re in good repair and happily beep and buzz as they should. Skee Ball ramps take up a good portion of the back wall, stickers proclaiming ‘five balls for one token!’ and ‘win big!’ in large, faded text. A basketball hoop in one machine occasionally shakes as loud cheers erupt from it. There’s even a game of Whack-A-Weasel! happily ringing away as the plastic weasels taunt all passers by.
If you prefer games that are a little less physically active in nature, you aren’t going to have to go far, as several classic arcade games are available that range from light gun shooters to a game where the objective is to move a salamander across a busy road and a river without it getting ran over by the children on bikes or eaten by ducks.
The pièce de résistance, however, is a game where you sit in the front seat of a jeep, trying to outrun hungry bird monsters as the car frame moves with your turns! With a second player the large light machine gun installed on to the jeep can be used! (Not that your partner will be able to aim with the car moving so much.)
The Rink
Step on up to the cabinet and pick up your roller skates, free if you show off your government issued tattoo! Rest assured that they have even particularly large sizes available by some miracle, so even the human mountains among you will stand a chance at getting some time on the rink!
Speaking of the rink, while its gaudy patterned floor might be a little distracting, it’s perfect for what it’s meant for! The large space has plenty of room for a good number of people, and railing on the sides to help those who are perhaps not all that good at making their way on eight wheels. As you skate around prepare to be bombarded with cheery pop music from the last decade, and every half hour there will be something of a well-meaning but ultimately annoying light show complete with coloured stage lights!
The Food
The food at Joy-tasti-land Arcade and Skate may not be the highest quality, but it will definitely hit the spot if you have a love of junk food, cheese, or reheated cheeseburgers and hotdogs. That said, you don’t go to arcades for fine dining!
Thanks to Ruby (inspired by how Lucina did the same in the past) a decent amount of food is free for the taking. The only thing stopping you from eating everything you can carry is perhaps the shame that might come from the odd looks given to you by the staff.
The Prize Counters
While most of the arcade is behind the times, the prize counters are blessedly stocked with up to date items. You have classics like tiny water guns that will break the first time you use them, generic but lovable framed pictures, and the obligatory giant plush of Eve that costs 10,000 tickets!
That said, those who are paying attention might notice that some of the prizes are, let’s say, ‘familiar’. Some of the framed pictures are of characters that look an awful lot like famous imPorts. Stickers, cups, and even a few smaller plushies carry these same images. Maybe your image has been used? Or the image of your best friend? Well, it seems like management is strangely missing, so you might have to look around if you want to make a formal complaint.
The… Adventure Land?
Perhaps this place has a lower age demographic than initially thought, as tucked away in a corner, mostly partitioned off by large plastic sheeting from floor to ceiling, is what can only be described as a technicolour indoor playground nightmare. Normally this area of the building is cordoned off from the rest, but someone has gone and removed all the (flimsy) barriers to entry.
While the playground, complete with tubes suspended from the ceiling for the visitors to climb through, isn’t technically falling apart, it’s certainly a safety hazard. From the lack of end caps in the sky tubes to a ball pit that probably hasn’t been cleaned in a year, this area is clearly intended to be under renovations.
That said, what’s stopping you from sneaking off and having a little fun?
The End of the Night
As the night wears on, and people start to go home, the arcade quiets down and the workers start cleaning up. No one is asking you to leave (yet) but perhaps you and the other stragglers should consider at least going outside - assuming you’re not still trying to get the tickets you need for that Eve plushie!
;A; She's so sorry!
[ For someone who has learned how to use her communicator without ever having to touch it, she sure knows nothing about it and how you can turn off the translating.
Probably for the best. ]
It's ok, she's forgiven cuz she's his sister
[he states in a way that should be obviously known by the language being called Alolan]
From the erm.. Pokemon world I guess is what it could be called? Alola seems to be similar to this world's place called Hawaii, from what I could find on my phone.
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[ She smiled, having been clearly confused (albeit interested) when he mentioned alola. ]
Where I'm from it's considered a good place to go to on holiday. Hawaii and France are really popular destinations.
no subject
[He didn't really bother looking up most of the other places and in his defense he's still learning this world's places.]
no subject
[ She mostly gained information on France via cultural osmosis. ]