Leave the masque to the Monégasque (OTA, backdated to a day or so before ballroom liminal)

[littleladyluck]

Monaco here, looking to assist and ask for assistance!

I would like to request the aid of those who can create items from nothingness to assist me in this endeavor, if at all possible. If not, then I will do my best to scavenge and salvage what I can for my mission.

My mission, of course, is to provide some frivolous frippery to whoever wishes to attend the upcoming ball in something new! If given the materials and tools I need, I will use all of my knowledge of fashion and clockwork to create costumes and expressive masks for whoever asks.

All I request in return is your ideas and honest feedback.

...And perhaps some food or access to a kitchen. I have not eaten since I became a Traveler. I don't need to eat, but. I like to, sometimes.

Comments

[thornsofmalkav]

I can make things from nothing! Me and Alcuin are, like, teamed up for the same kind of thing you're doing because he can't make clothes either amd I've got a lot of practice, so, like, you could be our third partner if you wanted? Otherwise, I'll just make the shit you need.

[littleladyluck]

Fantastic! I would be absolutely delighted to help you two however I can. I'll teach him what I know while I work on Zed's suit. Any materials you supply will go towards something beautiful!

[thornsofmalkav]

Awesome. I've kind of got him started on learning, but he can only do buttons. Well, and we just moved up to lavender sachets. Do you want some of his practice ones?

What's Zed going as, a disco ball?

[littleladyluck]

Oh, fantastic. Wonderful beginner projects! [She pauses for a long moment.] I would love to have one. A gift from those I care for here to remind me of those who remain at home. Thank you.

Not completely. He wouldn't be able to move if he were completely covered in mirrors. Just... A lot of him will be .

[thornsofmalkav]

I dunno. I get the feeling that for a lot of people, not being able to move would be a bonus as far as Zed's concerned.

[littleladyluck]

I know, but being trapped is never a fun feeling for the trapped one.

Besides, he'll get to be the shiny, sparkly thing instead of chasing after shiny things. It might be nice for him! I hope it will be, at least!

[thornsofmalkav]

Ooooh. What if you attached something shiny and sparkly to his butt? Then you could just have him chase his 'tail,' like a dog.

[littleladyluck]

Now, now, cara mia, I want him to be the sparkly thing for once. If he were the sort to case his own glittery backside-- he is like a puppy, but a cunning puppy if my suspicions are right-- doing so would just tucker him out. He should have the time to properly enjoy being a fashionable disco ball! Bondmates help Bondmates.

[thornsofmalkav]

... yeah, that's true. Even Zed deserves a chance to have fun. And it's not like there's going to be a huge scope for him to exercise his villainous ways at a costume ball.

[littleladyluck]

You may sate your curiosity about how he would react another time, perhaps, but he deserves to look properly dapper and dignified. [she'll ask about what he does that is actually villainous at some other point. somehow, she hasn't gotten much backstory action from many people.]

By the way, do you need something to snack on?

[thornsofmalkav]

Oh! I've sort of figured out how to conjure my own now. Like how people make food. It's the next step after conjuring other stuff. It's easier. I don't have to worry about accidentally doing people injury. Not that I could do you injury, but not everyone's a genius loci. But, like, if you ever want me over...

Also, are you sure he wants to be dignified? I mean, this is Zed.

[littleladyluck]

Ah, I see! I'm happy for you, then. I always worried that I'd run dry when you needed me, so this should make your life infinitely easier. My doors are open any time for any reason, just so you know. Whenever you need me, all you need to do is find me and ask! Your company is an absolute treasure.

Well, yes, it is Zed, but he can act however he likes while he's all dolled up! There are rules for wearing tuxedos, but not rules for behaving in them.

[thornsofmalkav]

Thank fuck, because if there were he'd probably be breaking them all.

And aw, Monaco. I'll totally come over some time.

[littleladyluck]

Well, some rules could stand to be cracked a bit!

Fantastic. Any time you find me, unless I'm already busier than busy can be, I will not hesitate to take time to talk!

[willyousee]

Thorne, they are not nearly well enough to offer as gifts!

[thornsofmalkav]

Some of your more recent ones are! Anyway, I only have so many drawers of my own!

[willyousee]

And they may not be used in my own first?

[thornsofmalkav]

Okay, fine, they'll go into your drawers next. But Monaco gets to get some too eventually.

[willyousee]

Of course, if she would care for one. But only when they are ready! I will not gift my friends poorly crafted items!

[thornsofmalkav]

They're fine. But, fine, be the perfectionist. [SHE IS ROLLING HER EYES AT YOU. YOU MAY EVEN BE THERE TO SEE HER.]

[fridgeninja]

I can't make much, but with my clothes the way they are, I'm about one Jaunt away from becoming a nudist. If you wouldn't mind helping prevent that...

[littleladyluck]

I would be honored! I hope that you'll let me get to know you a bit better. Or, at least, let me know a few interests of yours. Mythology, characters from novels or other media, historical figures?

[fridgeninja]

Mythology's a pretty big interest.

[littleladyluck]

Oh, fantastic. Any particular figures that you prefer? Humans or deities or otherwise, I will do my best no matter what you give me!

[fridgeninja]

I know Japanese, Norse, Christian, and European fairies best...

[littleladyluck]

Oh, interesting sources indeed! Let me see, hm...

In regads to Japan's side of things, would going for a fox theme be too overdone? Ooh, or we could go simple and dress you in something elaborate and traditional, but with a noppera styled blank mask. Moretta influenced, but perhaps fastened another way.

Or, with general European things in mind, a variant on the Ellerwomen stories? Hollow and heartless with an urge to dance through the night and into the morning. I don't find you to have these qualities, mind you! But design elements involving keyholes in fabric in heart shapes and a general sullen atmosphere could be very dramatic!

[too hype for life, sorry friend]

[fridgeninja]

A fox is fine. Especially if I wind up with an excuse to ask people for money.

[littleladyluck]

Then heavy fox influences! Would you prefer western style clothing or something more traditionally Japanese in design?

[fridgeninja]

If it's just for the ball, something Japanese. If it's something I'd wear every day, something Western.

[littleladyluck]

I can work with either! I'm not as practiced in strictly traditional Japanese clothing, but I have been learning more from him recently. I had been, at least. I can make a suit or a tux in my sleep, though! It really is all up to you. I simply aim to please!

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

Next time we're in a vaguely modern Jaunt and I am myself, I will stick a lot of clothing in my coat for you.

Some detective I am, not noticing how badly off you are.

[Private]

[fridgeninja]

We haven't been wearing a lot of clothes, lately.

And there's my new leather jacket.

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

... suddenly glad I took this private.

All of that is true, but you cannot go around just in a leather jacket. I could possibly also talk to Kanji.

[Private]

[fridgeninja]

He offered already, and I forgot.

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

Souji...

I'll make sure you do, alright?

[Private]

[fridgeninja]

That's fine.

I've been thinking about other things.

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

Anything you want to talk through?

I'm finishing something up, but I can be back in our room soon.

[Private]

[fridgeninja]

I meant it wasn't long after my clothing started falling apart that we got separated.

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

Oh.

Clearly my mind is somewhere else, sorry.

Re: [Private]

[fridgeninja]

The Trumps?

[Private]

[shiroganeheir]

Trumps, things my Shadow said... just... many places.

[timelessinventor]

I could use some help, darling. In all of this, I have put absolutely no thought into my own costuming.

Anything that you need, I can create for you, as well.

[littleladyluck]

Thank you! Just let me know what you would consider for a themed! Historical figures, literary characters, or something general like a sort of flower or object? I helped to dress Zed like a dapper disco ball, I can handle abstract.

[timelessinventor]

Hm. Well, a literary figure would be quite appropriate for me, I must admit.

[She pauses, thinking.]

However, I am unfortunately, terrible at ideas for the moment.

[littleladyluck]

For some reason, my mind is saying "clocks." Something that isn't too ruffle-covered, just sleek and clean, and one of Gavriella's clockwork masks with the watch gears exposed!

Only if you'd like, that is.

[timelessinventor]

Hm. That sounds lovely, actually. I have made more than a few things in my time like that.

I will leave myself to your creativity then, darling.

[littleladyluck]

Fantastic! Do you have any colors in mind, by the way? Any particular favorites?

[timelessinventor]

I generally wear a lot of brown and some green. However, anything will do.

[littleladyluck]

Then... How does a dark mahogany sort of color sound? With black and cream-colored accents, and bits of gold to make sure the mask doesn't seem out of place!