(open) ☀️ beach bonfire party

[niwabi]

WHO: Everyone! You and you and yes, YOU!
WHAT: Summer Beach Party
WHEN: June 23rd
WHERE: Solarpeak Beach
WARNINGS: none for now!

BEACH PARTY

The sun is shining, a cool, crisp ocean breeze flutters across the shores of Solarpeak Beach. There's not a single cloud in the sky, the perfect day to have a party! Whether you heard about it through Yoimiya's network post, word of mouth or just happen to stumble onto the festivities, everyone is invited to Ellipsa's scorching hot Beach Bonfire Party! Grab your swimsuits, sun dresses, or whatever you feel the most comfortable in, and join in on the fun.

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Gonna Soak Up the Sun

Through the combined efforts of Sisu, Yoimiya, and the many kind volunteers who lent their assistance in setting up the venue, the beach party is here and open to the public! Upon arrival, everyone will be given a choice of colorful, handmade hibiscus leis or bracelets to adorn for the party. They aren't mandatory in the slightest, just a cute little thank-you gift to those who are attending. After receiving a warm welcome from the hosts, you're free to set off and have fun! Meet up with friends or introduce yourself to new people from distant worlds, the party is your oyster. Of course, there will be plenty of other activities to partake in as well. Venture forth to the fun!

Feeling brave and daring? Sitting on top of the ocean is an inflatable balance beam built especially for water jousting. Foam joust poles and life jackets (if you wish to wear one!) will be given to would-be challengers looking to scratch the itch for a fight. The goal is to assert your dominance by knocking adversaries into the water and be the last person standing. Show off your strength and become the champion of the beach!

Perhaps you might be in the mood for a bit of fun in the sand. A large area of the beach is sectioned off for the grand Sandcastle Competition. Solarpeak residents from all across the city are bustling with excitement, flocking in to watch the artists do their magic, so go wild with your creations and give them a good show! Buildings, any kind of sculpture, or even just a basic castle are all accepted, let your imagination run free. You can even drag a buddy in for a helping hand if your work of art requires assistance. For the winner, the grand prize is a summer gift basket filled with goodies for a nice relaxing spa day at home. Tucked away inside the basket are gift cards to various restaurants in Ellipsa. Don't fret if you aren't interested in participating! Anyone is welcome to walk around and marvel at the competitor's creations.

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A Feast for All

The hosts are bound and determined to ensure that no one leaves this beach hungry. If you're craving a cold tasty treat to stave off the heat, a bustling shaved ice stall is here to cool down roasting attendees. An endless variety of flavors are available for mixing and matching, waiting to quench your thirst. If you are feeling adventurous, there are a few questionable flavors on the menu such as Bacon, Durian, Jalapeño, Ketchup, Mushroom, Pickle juice and Seaweed. Try them at your risk or if your palette is "hungry" for something more on the "unique" side.

For those who made inquiries about alcohol, special arrangements have been made! A small pop-up bar has been set up for today's joyous occasion. The bar's pride and joy is a variety of summer-themed cocktails but you can also find other basic liquor or non-alcoholic drinks if your tastebuds are craving simplicity. To go alongside the refreshing beverages, food is also provided at this small establishment. Some of the dishes on the menu are: kebabs with a hint of rum, peach bruschetta, spring rolls, fish and chips, crab hush puppies, and a spicy jalapeño popper dip (you can also ask for the ghost pepper version of this dip if you are feeling brave). All the hosts ask is that visitors to the bar be mindful of the people who can't or aren't interested in drinking.

Decorated across the shores of the beach are tables, picnic blankets, and sizzling hot grills for the designated picnic area. In a similar fashion to the potluck that took place a while back, several tables have been set up for those who like to go crazy in the kitchen or wish to advertise their food business by bringing samples to share.

Time flies when so much fun is taking place! As the last light of day begins to fade, the stars come out to brighten up the night sky on this clear summer day. However, just because there's no more sunlight, doesn't mean the party is over. Far from it! There's still lots of excitement to be had for the attendees who wish to stick around for the night festivities.

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A Midsummer Night's Glow

On the middle of the beach, a blazing bonfire burns ever so brightly inside a log fire pit. Eat snacks, catch up with friends, meet new people, or get cozy with others should one be feeling touch starved. In need of an icebreaker? A game of truth or dare or telling scary stories makes for a good way to pass the time. Maybe you'll have a fateful encounter and land yourself a date before the night is over.

With a sky full of beautiful stars, a bustling bonfire, and a large open space, the atmosphere is perfect for dancing. The DJ for the evening is the bright and energetic Aimoto Rinku, here to bust out an array of sick beats with her turntable. There's plenty of fun to be had in a group conga line or grab a partner for a slow, romantic bolero, and dance to whatever music piques your interest. A small makeshift stage is also set up for those who wish to sing, Rinku will be more than happy to work with any potential performers. From upbeat EDM to ballads, all types of genres fill the air with music. Let loose, enjoy the melody, and dance the night away!

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Festive Mementos

For one of the hosts, summer just isn't the same without fireworks exploding across the sky. To end the evening with a bang, a beautiful barrage of fireworks paints the night sky in various colors and patterns. As a final gift to the attendees, Yoimiya has prepared sparklers for everyone to play with. There are a variety of colors to choose from, pink, red, blue, green, orange, purple, yellow, etc. No matter what color catches your fancy, with a little flick of the wand, all of them appear like twinkling stars sparkling and flickering across the stick.

To end off the light show, fireworks representing each of the seasons burst into the sky. Blue snowflakes for Winter, pink cherry blossoms for spring, a yellow sun for Summer, and red maple leaves for Autumn. After the vibrant display, a final golden ray of light flickers and explodes into a bright, heartwarming message for all of the guests. "Thank you for attending! You are all amazing! Let's have a great time in Ellipsa!"

(OOC: Make your own top levels, mingle and have fun! ♡)

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[fullgauntlet]

Todoroki-kun!

[Izuku smiles with some surprise and delight at seeing his friend. Then he can't help laughing a bit as he holds up the sparkler. Safely away from his body, of course.]

It's called a sparkler. They're not too dangerous so long as you're careful. It's like holding a firework. Would you like one?

[itsmypower]

[Tiny fireworks...]

They don't explode?

[Peeking over, hope and caution in his voice at once. He moves his hand a bit, hesitates. He'd only come to simply talk, but-]

...You have another?

[fullgauntlet]

[Tiny fireworks!!]

No. They only emit these little sparks of light for a time before fizzing out. It's a bit cute.

[He holds an unlit one for Shoto to take.]

Hm! You can light it with a bit of fire if you'd like.

[itsmypower]

[Another exercise in trust. He takes the stick... Lights its end with wisps of his own natural fire. The pretty golden sparks blossoming.

He's holding light!]

It's like a firework... [But,] Doesn't it kind of look like Bakugo's Quirk?

[The little bursts of it?]

[fullgauntlet]

[There's something pretty cute about watching Shoto with the tiny little sparkler. The way he lights it! Izuku smiles.]

I guess it does look a bit like that. [He nods.] Kacchan's quirk looked like that when he first got it.

[When they were little Katsuki's quirk was just little sparks!]

[itsmypower]

[It's a little exciting. Izuku's given him something precious: the little light, a better memory than more than half his youth's, his own bright spark in the flames he wields himself. There were no fireworks he recalls. No warm beach visits.

His look turns thoughtful a moment.]

I would've liked to meet you all... back then. [Before a lot of things; all of this.] You're always changing, but you're always you. No matter whatever else has changed for us. So it's more like coming home, sometimes.

[He looks surprised, because lights have life and still his sparkler's isn't dimmed just yet. Two lights glowing against their dark; two lit sparklers, insistent.]

If I can say that.

[Which he does. He pulls his mind away, finally—keeps fixed sights on half-washed-away sandcastles. Another thought instead, brewing.]

Can you really make a house out of sand?

[fullgauntlet]

[The first comment, as quiet and innocent as it is, makes Izuku look at his best friend with a bit of a surprised expression. He watches Shoto's face and then looks down at the matching sparklers in their hands and feels himself smiling softly too. They burn in unison, filling the air with tiny little sparks of capturing light.]

I think I would have liked growing up with you too, Todoroki-kun. I'm glad we met in high school but if I had gotten the chance to meet you when we were little... I think that would have been amazing. I think we would have been great friends back then too. You, me and Kacchan too.

[He can just imagine it. Izuku having to chase around Katsuki but Shoto always there to hold his hand if he fell down. ... He would have loved that.]

Hm. I haven't made a sandcastle in a long time but I was thinking about trying to make one for the competition. Do you want to help me?

I've never built one either, sorry!

[itsmypower]

[They can dream, though, can't they? He'll hold his hand, if that's what he asks, if that makes up for things.

He'll start with now, to make the best of now.]

Then, I'm sorry I was late...

[To being his friend. For believing it wasn't worth it. His hum comes quiet, considering.]

I can't promise you we'll win, but- [He moves to knees, and then he's scooping up the sand in front in one big pile. One large palmful after the next until it's grown into a mound of sorts. Without an idea of how its structure holds, an almost sloppy, spilling mess repeats its growth before he's topped this too. A little mountain before he's done with this. And still, he's pleased as ever he's somehow managed to make a start this way. They are absolutely going to lose.] You have to start with a lot of it, right?

[To make a castle?]

I haven't seen a building raised before.

[fullgauntlet]

It's- It's okay!

[Izuku finds himself laughing at Shoto's responses both to being late and to Shoto's wholesome attempt at making a mound castle.]

Erm, here I'll help you with it, Todoroki-kun! I haven't made one in a long time but I think I remember most of it.

[It's totally okay if they don't win. He's just happy to spend some time with his best friend. And so he's picking up a bucket and two little shovels. He starts to pack it with wet sand from under the surface of dry sand.]

If we pack the wet sand tightly into this bucket we should be able to set it upside down to create a tower!

[itsmypower]

[Of course... It makes "cement". He tries himself, adds one small scoop in after another, but he can't help staring out on occasion, too. Too-bright fireworks light his face, and for one long minute he's caught in sounds, trance-spell holding him in its grip until explosions fade and sparks disperse.

His lost attention wanders back.]

Like a cake pan...?

[Ah.]

Midoriya, look. [Poking the sand, one iced wet finger drawing a path, freezing a trail with it.] Won't it hold more like cement this way? [His water's so cold...!]

[fullgauntlet]

You're right, like a cake pan!

[Izuku perks up when he watches Shoto use a bit of ice to freeze a trail of wetness in the sand. It's a good idea and he's not entirely sure what the rules are in using powers or quirks of any sort to make the sand castles. He doesn't think it's against the rules?]

That's ... actually a great idea, Todoroki-kun. Maybe we could use some ice to keep the sandcastles together. The wet sand will pack together nicely and you can reinforce it with that?

[Izuku goes ahead and starts packing together a few more sand towers. And all the while he's thinking it's just nice to spend time with his friend.]