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Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish ([personal profile] baetiful) wrote in [community profile] maskormenacelogs2017-04-22 07:56 am

I was looking at a Riverbed

WHO: imPorts!
WHERE: Maurtia Falls Memorial Library
WHEN: April 22nd, all day.
WHAT: Registration in motion at Maurtia Fall’s new and improved library. Come to see the grand unveiling and stay for the snow sculpting contest, fun costumes, or games. You might be encouraged to remain as quiet as possible in a library under normal circumstances, but just today, you can feel free to be as loud as you want!
WARNINGS: None anticipated. Let me know if that should be changed!

Although it’s April, Maurtia Falls is covered in a blanket of glistening snow. And whether the arrival of all these Westerosi folk is to blame for the prolonged winter or that pesky groundhog who saw his shadow, it seems as though spring will not rear its head today at least. But have no fears! A path has been shoveled and the large stone steps leading up to an even larger building are cleared, greatly diminishing the risk of slips (and lawsuits.) Welcome to the newly constructed Maurtia Falls Memorial Library!

Invited guests have been encouraged to come in costume -- dressed as either their favorite literary hero/character or author. And although imPorts are not necessarily book characters, they will find several mini-me versions of themselves running around from children who just wanted to use the day to dress up like their favorite imPort. Is that a tiny Rincewind with a lunchbox luggage? Look at that crazy cotton ball hair on that mini Doc Brown! And that little know-it-all girl is definitely playing a very convincing Kitty Jones!

The day begins with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, which might fill imPorts who know Ambassador Baelish with dread because it means he’s going to give a speech. But it’s surprisingly short and concise, thanking everyone for attending, expressing excitement over what the library means for the city, and stating that this project is the result of everyone’s kind efforts and that it will be immortalized as a true testament of the things they can accomplish as a collective. However, simply because Ambassador Baelish isn’t as long-winded as usual does not mean the others who have been invited to speak will not be. Among such honored guests are Senator Mitchell Hundred and Count Dooku.

But once the ribbon is cut, the large doors are opened to reveal the common area of the library. And if you thought the main room contained all the books the library had to offer, surprise! There are at least three more side rooms that contain everything from comics to classic literature. ImPorts may notice many names fancily engraved into the stone pillars and archways. A little plaque hanging at the entrance indicates that these are the names of natives who have lost their lives in the city of Maurtia Falls and how you can honor the fallen by donating to the families at the front desk. Near that plaque and on display for the event are several signed copies of The Methodical Walter White by Doctor Frederick Chilton (available for purchase), The Luminescent Moon Trilogy which is a series from The City and was loaned generously by Kanaya Maryam (protected by magic seals to prevent theft), and in honor of the recently departed Dorian Gray -- The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is accompanied by a framed picture of the actual Dorian Gray along with a pretentious inscription that says: Forever immortalized and never forgotten.

But books aren’t the only form of entertainment at this Swear In! In the Tony Stark Information/Technology Wing, imPorts are invited to try out a demo of the newest mmorpg ION (ImPorts Opposing Nations) -- a game where you can customize and create your own imPort character, give them a power/costume from a small list, and from there, choose to live heroically or villainously within the world’s setting of a highly corrupt set of nations. As you level up, you get the chance to unlock new powers and abilities or enhance the set you currently have. However, there are still many glitches to be ironed out, so don’t be surprised if your character turns the corner and comes out with the face of Komasan! Or if you encounter something even more unsettling.

If video games aren’t your thing, perhaps you’ll be more interested in heading to one of the classrooms for a featured game of Magic and Mayhem (an RPG table top game that hit the majority report back in February). Or maybe you’re feeling less adventurous and more generous. If so, there are many different money raising events going on with all proceeds donated to those many families who lost loved ones in this city. Feeling photogenic? You can donate your time to take pictures with children and fans at one of the many stations with silly backdrops. It only costs five dollars per picture to allow professional photographers to capture all your best sides and give away a happy memory to a fan. Feeling vindictive? A panel has been set up with popular fanfiction writers from across the country. For only about five dollars per fic, this team of writers will make magic happen and write up any pairing you so choose in any situation -- from as benign to as salacious as you want! (The more lewd it gets, the extra the cost.) None of these writers are profiting personally from this, of course! Oh no, no. It’s all for fun and charity. No lawsuits allowed! But that one writer cosplaying Jeff Winger will tell you it’s the premise of her next big fic, where all the male imPorts enlist Mr. Winger to help them win a huge lawsuit, and as a payment Jeff demands that they [CENSORED].

But perhaps you’re feeling hungry instead? Lunch is served all day in buffet style. Catered by many of the most expensive eateries in Maurtia Falls, you can find piping hot food to all tastes -- whether it’s sweet and spicy wings from Wingin’ It to a bouillabaisse from Francey Meeting You Here. Lettuce Help has also donated a wide variety of fresh salads if none of the warm food meets your dietary requirements. And if you’re just looking for a hot drink on this cold day, the staff at Brewed Awakening is prepared to make you anything from cappuccino to cocoa. All of this is free of charge, but each of the companies have a tip jar out if you really like what you taste.

If you’re feeling competitive and don’t mind the cold, the largest event of the day is taking place outside. It’s a snow-sculpting competition! Participants are invited to make as large and elaborate of snow sculptures as possible. The grand prize winner will receive $1000 and get their sculpture made into an actual statue outside of the library. This will be handpicked by Petyr Baelish himself, so anyone incorporating mockingbirds will have a clear advantage! Of course, everyone’s a winner here, and there will be several small trophies and prizes handed out to anyone who participates. Do bear in mind you have some steep native competition. One sculptor in particular is making a very convincing (and anatomically correct) homage to recent newlyweds Hermann Gottlieb and Newton Geiszler.

And if none of the offered events catch your interest, no one is stopping you from enjoying what is probably the last snowfall of the season. Have snowball fights, make snow angels, be that jerk who puts snow down your friend’s back. The only limit to your fun is your own imagination! That and some of the killjoy imPorts who are attending the event as well. But hey. That’s not on Ambassador Baelish!
h2no: (damn kids on my lawn)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 05:27 pm (UTC)(link)
[unbelievable]

Oi! I can do taxes! I ain't as good at math as my pal who usually does all the, uh, math stuff, but in my defense she has a goddamn PhD!
deadtective: (thirty-one.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 08:28 pm (UTC)(link)
[YOU CAN'T ESCAPE MAXIMUM REFUND]

Wow, a PhD in Math Stuff? No wonder you let her handle all the heavy lifting.
h2no: (hey now... hey)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 11:06 pm (UTC)(link)
[AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA]

She'd fight me if I got in the way. Shelly is... she's brilliant, in all senses of the word. If she ever shows up here, I'm sendin' her your way.

Mostly because she really, really doesn't like brats.
deadtective: (thirty-five.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 11:10 pm (UTC)(link)
You sure? 'Cause it seems like that's all you fuckers got back in your world.

[between Archie and Courtney, well...she's surprised that this Shelly chick doesn't have a constant headache if she's really half as smart as he's saying she is.]
h2no: (quagsire isn't affected by electric??)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 11:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Ya-- wait, what? How'd you know?

[honestly............................................ she does]
deadtective: (sixty-three.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 11:15 pm (UTC)(link)
[Hazel smirks, tapping a finger to her temple.]

Didn't I tell you? I'm fucking psychic.
h2no: (angery)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 11:17 pm (UTC)(link)
No, shut up. What did you mean?

[hazel gets the Dangerous Pirate Tone™. someone else must've been here... but who? maxie? the scamp? are they still here but avoiding him because of what he'd done?]
deadtective: (nineteen.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 11:20 pm (UTC)(link)
Jesus dude, fucking calm your shit. What the hell did it sound like I meant?
h2no: (hey now... hey)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 11:24 pm (UTC)(link)
[HERE COME THE FINGER QUOTES and bad impression of hazel's voice.]

"Seems like that's all you fuckers got back in your world." I haven't told you about anyone else other than Shelly.

[archie figures she meant the brat comment.]

An' fuckers. Plural.

[he's reaching but... he wants someone from home. anyone. even the stupid rock obsessed lunatic who used to be champion!]
deadtective: (three.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 11:29 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, yeah, I'm counting you in there.

[obviously that's the most important clarification to make. that, and -]

And that sounded nothing like me, were you even fucking trying?
h2no: (you weirdo)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-26 11:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Look, I know Mew-fuckin'-two was here. Some kid told me ages ago. It was here and it presumably hated humans because apparently, all legendaries do!

[archie briefly wonders if strangling hazel would affect her at all. it might make him feel better.]

Anyone else that spouted off about Pokémon ever been here? Fuck, I shoulda asked this months ago!
deadtective: (twelve.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-26 11:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Dunno why you didn't. Usually that's the first thing people start squawking about when they show up.

[also, uh, that sure does sound like some issues with legendary pokemon going on there. somehow she's not surprised.]

Honestly, does it really matter? If anyone was still here you'd have probably plowed into them by now.
h2no: (<:T)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-27 09:40 am (UTC)(link)
[archie knows why he didn't. he didn't want to see anyone that might recognise him.

he doesn't say this.]


Just-- [he makes a strangling motion then turns on his heel and stomps his foot. archie presses his hand to his face for a moment, exhaling, then turns back to hazel.] I'll let ya play with Mightyena again if ya tell me.
deadtective: (four.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-27 06:29 pm (UTC)(link)
[by the time he turns back around her shoulders are shaking violently from poorly suppressed laughter. this is probably a bad situation for him to be in if he wants to bargain.]

You really gonna deny him more belly rubs if I say no?
h2no: (one path)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-27 07:30 pm (UTC)(link)
[he crosses his arms.]

Yes.
deadtective: (eighty-two.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-27 07:32 pm (UTC)(link)
Ooooh, mean. Just roll him right under the bus with me so you can get your way.
h2no: (Default)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-27 07:34 pm (UTC)(link)
[archie just raises his eyebrows.]

It can't hear us inside that Pokéball, ya know. You might as well just tell me.
deadtective: (thirty-one.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-27 07:42 pm (UTC)(link)
I can't believe a dude with a fucking anchor around his neck is this much of a killjoy.

[she rolls her eyes, but all of the disappointment and affront is completely manufactured. Hazel just likes to see how far she can string people along.]

Used to have a neighbor named Courtney, that's all. This was a fucking while back, like actual years, so I dunno why you're getting so worked up about it.

[Courtney was more than just a neighbor, but even now Hazel is sort of allergic to the friend-word. it's bad for her rep as a total piece of shit.]
h2no: (you caught it with the first ball??)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-27 07:46 pm (UTC)(link)
Courtney?! Holy shit!

[recognition lights up in his eyes immediately. he doesn't really know or like the magma admin, but that's someone else from hoenn!!! that's a good chance that... eugh, she might come back, or maybe someone else from the region would. he'd like to see shelly and matt again...]

She have that Camerupt with her? Fuck, she musta been a hellish neighbor.
deadtective: (sixty.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-27 07:50 pm (UTC)(link)
The little camel thing? Yeah, it was around.

[she crosses her arms over her chest and shoots Archie an incredibly skeptical look. maybe it's the Friendship clouding her eyes, but she's having a hard time imagining a world in which Courtney could ever be described in harsher terms than "fucking weird".]

What'd you do, man, clog the thing hole's with a potato or something? I barely ever knew when she was home and when she's wasn't.
h2no: (HAHA UM)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-27 08:02 pm (UTC)(link)
Little? What? Camerupts are goddamn huge!

[he rubs his temple, trying to take this all in. why courtney?]

No, I... her boss didn't like me, and she did anything her boss told her to. Pretty sure she straight up tried to murder me a few times. Ain't someone I'd want to be alone with.
deadtective: (twelve.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-28 12:15 am (UTC)(link)
[once you peer into the ancient other plane where eldritch gods exist, you kind of get a warped understanding of what counts as 'small' and 'large'. it just happens.]

Sounds like a personal problem. [Hazel shrugs nonchalantly] I let her pull nanites outta me and I'm still hanging around.
h2no: (you weirdo)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-28 09:43 am (UTC)(link)
Yeah, I ain't gonna go into the history we had back home, but it was a little deeper than just bein' neighbors.

[he makes a mental note to, when he gets home, figure out wherever the hell maxie found courtney.]

---You can get them things out?
deadtective: (thirty.)

[personal profile] deadtective 2017-04-29 02:22 am (UTC)(link)
You can if you know what you're doing, yeah.

[or if you have no blood in your veins so all people draw out are nanites but HAHAHA not ever going into that one e v e r.]
h2no: (hey now... hey)

[personal profile] h2no 2017-04-29 11:25 am (UTC)(link)
An' Courtney did... I wouldn't let her near me with a knife. Fair for you, but not me.

[archie are you... scared of courtney?]

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