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🌸 ᴛʜᴇ sʜɪʀᴀsᴀɢɪ ʜɪᴍᴇɢɪᴍɪ. ([personal profile] mistsplitter) wrote in [community profile] seasonsrpg2023-08-27 12:42 am

🌸 sunshine, she's here, you can take a break

WHO: Everyone!! :D
WHAT: A get-to-know-you-together!
WHEN: end of August
WHERE: shinrin-yoku, Sunwaning
WARNINGS: None for now!


[ The past week, Ayaka and Aether made an announcement on the network, inviting everyone interested to make friends and meet new people to the shinrin-yoku teahouse the following weekend. Well, this is it! The time has come! ]



Welcome
🌸 shinrin-yoku seems like a simple tea house upon entering, with a large wooden sliding door that's already opened for guests to enter.

Ayaka will be the one to personally greet her guests, offering three possible areas for seating– the traditional Inazuman set up, the space for where you can let your legs down and not kneel while seated, or outside in the gardens. Familiar faces may be abound, and guests may like to walk around and see the interior, perhaps even say hello to the manager who is walking around and sniffing people here and there.

For future endeavours, Ayaka informs guests that they may use the shinrin-yoku for business gatherings and meetings. Members of Ayato's committee are more than welcome to use the shinrin-yoku, and may even become a place for exchanging information and the like. The tea house promises to be a safe place to all.

And for this particular gathering, Ayaka is not only serving tea, but also sake. It never hurts to make things more fun!


Konpeito, Truth, or Dare
🌸 All guests, upon entering, will be given a small clear glass container. They will also be presented with a giant bowl containing konpeito. They must take at least one, and as many as they could possibly want, and put it inside their own container. They are told not to eat any for now, but no one's really stopping them from doing so!

At some point during the occasion, a game is announced. Everyone is told to check their konpeito and count how many they have! Now, they must pick a partner and play a couple of rounds of truth or dare with them. Every time they get a turn, whether they pick truth or dare, they can eat a piece of candy! Or eat three or five at the same time Once they've had five rounds, though, then they have to choose another partner and start over until they've finished their konpeito bowls.

There is an added rule to the konpeitos, but not necessarily required to be followed! A white konpeito must have a truth or dare related to family, green for a "favourite", yellow for love or sex, orange for childhood or childlike-ness, and pink for "hate".

Ringo (Ayaka's Eevee) and Taroumaru will be watching people and make sure they aren't cheating! Though sometimes, they may not be looking, and can even be bribed with snacks. Participants who can finish their konpeito in an hour (which we'll conveniently handwave) will receive a box of sakura mochi to take home.


Introduction Bingo
🌸 Guests are given bingo cards to fill up at some point during the afternoon! Pens are also provided, or if they have their own, then that's cool!

Participants may put someone's name twice on any of the squares, but more than that, and it won't count. The objective is to get a blackout by filling out names of people who fit the description! How one does this is completely up to them. They could even slip it into their conversations during the truth or dare games, or just randomly walk up to people and ask them things.


Two Twists and a Lie
🌸 A card is given to participants for them to write two truths and one lie on it, then they have to pin or stick it to the back of their clothing. When someone wants to play, they must first challenge you to a game of janken. If you win, you get to turn the game around and guess which is the lie on their card. If they win, then they're entitled to one guess! If they get it wrong, you have to play janken again.

So, what happens when the person gets it right? The person can now make a rule that the other person has to follow. Whether it means they have to call you "Master", end all their sentences with "yes, please", or some other rule that you can think of! And in case you can't think of anything, there's a box nearby with cute props that you can make the loser wear: cat ears, a cat tail, bunny ears, a bunny tail, a raccoon kigurumi, and some goofy glasses.


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( OOC: Feel free to play around with the prompts. Get creative! )
sheezit: (s7)

[personal profile] sheezit 2023-09-11 06:29 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Yeah, being impolite is probably the least of their concerns regarding carrying a sword to a tea house that is currently hosting an experience meant to bring people together. Moreover, it's Byleth's closed-off aura paired with a blade that makes him all the more threatening a presence to anyone who doesn't know him well...

But! They've already managed to drag the forest cryptid back to civilization, right? One step at a time! ]


All right, just give me a second!

[ He just needs to go pick up the matcha powder and all the utensils he'll be using, but he starts working on it as soon as he returns. ]

I was told this tea is called matcha-- [ Said as he pours a whole scoop into Byleth's cup, then adds some hot water. ] --and it's a bit weird because it's powdered, see? But the color is so pretty I'd almost rather look at it rather than drink it...

[ Incidentally, didn't he think matcha reminded him of Byleth...? ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (Even if you hesitate.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2023-09-11 06:31 pm (UTC)(link)
Wow... you're like someone out of a legend.

[ He's certainly heard plenty of stories like this, at least. But they'd always just been that, stories. ]
startraveler: (Shinobu please calm down)

[personal profile] startraveler 2023-09-11 06:41 pm (UTC)(link)
[An awkward laugh escapes his lips.]

...I honestly don't see myself as such.

[It's not as fun as it may seem.]
essenceborn: (kirakira)

[personal profile] essenceborn 2023-09-11 06:41 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Such a missed opportunity!! Way better than TVs in kitchen if you ask them ]

I don't understand why... But I understand that you both want that, so it's fine. I will still be your biggest "fan." Do you know how to use swords?
sheezit: (s24)

[personal profile] sheezit 2023-09-11 06:41 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Oh, Shez happens to catch that split second of hesitation there, but don't worry, he won't pry! For now!

Presently, he's more interested in the sword, so! He tilts his head to one side as he ponders over Reiner's descriptions-- which admittedly are vague enough that they could suit a variety of blades from Fodlan. ]


Yeah, that doesn't narrow your options down by much, but as long as it's a sword, I should be able to get the hang of it. Been around them most of my life, and they've always felt most natural to me.

[ Probably because he... had a sword within himself all along, not that he knew about it until a few years back! ]

But you know, from your build alone, you could probably make a good axe user, or maybe a grappler. Ever given those a try?
sheezit: (s24)

[personal profile] sheezit 2023-09-11 06:43 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Yeah, truth is definitely the easier option here. What kind of dare would he even pull off that could be related to childhood or child-like...? ]

All right, I'll give you an easy one: who was your closest childhood friend?
startraveler: (you can do it)

[personal profile] startraveler 2023-09-11 06:59 pm (UTC)(link)
We have a lot more, you should come here more often to try them!

[He grins a little.]

Does it remind you of a friend?

[Oh, but here we have the bubbles.]

Yeah, you can go on and drink it. The taste may be a bit surprising at first.
sheezit: (s22)

[personal profile] sheezit 2023-09-11 07:15 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Lorenz could use a bit (or a lot) of humility, Alcryst would be a good influence on him! ]

Huh? You're... not disappointing me, though? I mean, I just met you, but I don't see anything wrong with you?
mayoninofukucho: (Mission Complete)

[personal profile] mayoninofukucho 2023-09-11 07:30 pm (UTC)(link)
[So Shez' world has no cellphones, but pegasi... you win some, you lose some! If Hijikata had to choose, he'd also want to keep the phones.]

Oh, tell me about it. I wouldn't want to do without them anymore! We didn't use to have them on my world, but they were introduced by foreigners just a couple of decades ago.
blooddyd: (pic#15853132)

[personal profile] blooddyd 2023-09-11 08:21 pm (UTC)(link)
[ The promise of food and tea... That's a mercenary answer if he's ever heard one, and Dimitri can't help but huff out his amusement. ]

I'd assume commoners cared little for the proper way to make tea, but I suppose you have proven me wrong. I yet have much to learn...

[ The only wrong assumption here is to think Byleth means fancy tea parties with overly stuffy etiquette instead of... normal tea brewing. As opposed to leaf soup. Yeah. ]

As for the event, I am fairly sure it is meant to foster new relations and friendships-- out of necessity, I imagine, considering what is required of us in order to maintain our energy levels. [ Or: the touchie mechanic. ] I admit I am... out of my element, but I have burdened my friends long enough as it is. So, I thought I should at least make an effort.
blooddyd: (pic#15869169)

[personal profile] blooddyd 2023-09-11 09:08 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Piplup's eyes all but shine at the offer... for a second, anyway, right before she stubbornly turns her head with a huff.

Dimitri's eyes, on the other hand, may not beam as bright, but there is something of a smile to them-- one that he is quick enough to redirect to his (other) little friend, every bit as imperious and difficult as... someone he once knew. ]


My apologies. This young lady-- [ The Piplup, to which he shifts his knowing gaze. ] --evidently takes issue with accepting food that is kindly offered to her. I must have spoiled her beyond measure...

[ Not... so unlike he once did with someone he once knew, though the actual method is slightly different. Regardless, the spoiling works, and though Piplup is still too proud to simply accept treats, it doesn't stop her from giving him a peck on his cheek that is mostly affectionate and only a little bit chastising!! (Don't call her spoiled, Dimitri. ) ]

At the very least, I suppose we have [ inadvertently ] assisted you in emptying your jar within the time limit. I imagine you must be angling for the prize?
erschlagen: (Halcyon Days)

[personal profile] erschlagen 2023-09-11 11:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[Yuri's interesting choice of attire certainly won a curious glance from Rosen. It's been awhile since he last seen Yuri, little over a month, perhaps. While he's been meaning to speak to him, Rosen been putting it off for weeks now. So maybe this is the icebreaker they need for the two of them to rekindle their relationship. Whichever the case, Rosen is thankfully not opposed to the idea.]

A little too sweet for my likes.

[He admits before placing his glass of milk tea down. It's a bit too early for him to hit the bottle again, but he's definitely drinking sake later.]

Fancy a game of truth or dare?

[The dress code today may have called for a kimono, but Rosen decided to ignore it in favor of this elegant attire. He follows the beat of his own drum, most of the time. So it shouldn't come as too much of a surprise that Rosen is dressed so differently.]
silentjade: (011)

[personal profile] silentjade 2023-09-11 11:02 pm (UTC)(link)
[ He definitely is not a sadist, nor does he like seeing others humiliated - even if that person has done terrible things to the people he cares about. His gaze follows the other man to the box, nodding when the glasses are picked and worn. ]

My name is Lan Wangji. It is usually said together, but "Wangji" is acceptable.

[ Lan Wangji is definitely the former, preferring to stay in his comfort zone as much as possible. ]

I am. I come from the Gusu Lan Clan.
silentjade: (G (444))

[personal profile] silentjade 2023-09-11 11:06 pm (UTC)(link)
If you have fun, I will be happy.

[ He loves to see Wei Wuxian in his element, surrounded by people, being a light in the crowd. ]

Mn, I thought we said there was no need for "thank you and sorry".

[ It's said teasingly as he leans down to touch their foreheads together briefly. ]
at_heart: (sly :: come and get it)

[personal profile] at_heart 2023-09-11 11:20 pm (UTC)(link)
[ —well, there's a voice he hasn't heard for a while. Yuri pauses, but only for half a second: then he's turning, a crooked smile already on his face.

...Is this literally the most covered-up he's ever seen you? It's a good look. ]


—now, you I'll play with. [ A grin. ] I think we know each other well enough to make it fun.

[ Beat. ]

Plus, we can make it a drinking game.
at_heart: (support :: the sign of victory)

[personal profile] at_heart 2023-09-11 11:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Bingo first. Truth-or-dare before we know anything about each other is just shooting in the dark.

Name's Yuri. Yuri Lowell, so you can't put me down for one-name.
erschlagen: icons by rosethrawn (This one is for the champions)

[personal profile] erschlagen 2023-09-11 11:36 pm (UTC)(link)
[I>He's back~! Rosen is back and he's just as handsome as ever before. Although, he might look a bit haggard here and there. It seems a diet consisting of mostly convenience store snacks and beer isn't healthy, even for an arkana like him.

Nevertheless, he can't help but grin once Yuri takes the bait hook, line, and sinker.
]

I suppose we do! This is bound to be a rather interesting match, eh?

[Just how much do they know about each other? A thoughtful hum escapes him as he regards Yuri from the corner of his eye. Yes, Rosen went back to wearing the rose eyepatch again, but time it's a black rose. He likes to accessorize.]

You're on.
Edited 2023-09-12 02:53 (UTC)
borelblue: (Such a charmer)

[personal profile] borelblue 2023-09-12 01:39 am (UTC)(link)
[Aymeric watched her write, still beaming with pride on her behalf. Messy handwriting can be worked on, but reaching even a basic level of literacy is a great achievement.]

[He laughed]
Indeed it is. Well-guessed. 'Tis now your turn to make a rule for me. Shall we wait until this one - [He raises their joined hands] - runs its course, or not?
wildwarden: (pic#16689274)

[personal profile] wildwarden 2023-09-12 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
Hm. How about I go easy on you and just say you have to hold my hand for five more minutes after this? Unless that's too torturous. ( she raised their joined hands and kissed his knuckles, smiling as she did so. ) What's the Starlight Celebration?
borelblue: (Amiable)

[personal profile] borelblue 2023-09-12 01:44 am (UTC)(link)
I've no doubt of that. It is astounding to see so many new faces even after being here for several moons. Regardless, I do look forward to returning on a more peaceful day to enjoy the usual serenity.

I cannot say that I have, unfortunately. [He adds, jokingly - ] Blue is more my colour, but I do not mind making a change for a day.

[He is indeed wearing a lot of blue.]
noodleboi: (Thinking complete!)

[personal profile] noodleboi 2023-09-12 02:20 am (UTC)(link)
I'm glad I could explained it. So Truth of Dare?
longredribbon: (113)

[personal profile] longredribbon 2023-09-12 02:59 am (UTC)(link)
[ Then they don't play any game. Because he's like that. ]

Thanks, picked 'em out myself!

[ Chipper, yet indeed he takes a step back. They're just rabbit ears on a headband, they can't be that fascinating. ]
jiangzaid: (13)

[personal profile] jiangzaid 2023-09-12 03:19 am (UTC)(link)
[ That's fine, he's entertained just by being here! And watching Wei Wuxian. Honestly he's calling this a win if they all keep from fighting.

Xue Yang pouts when the other man backs away, but doesn't keep after him - a rather big change to how he might've responded before. ]


Rabbits are quite cute. I wonder if you'll ever turn into one?
borelblue: (Amazing)

[personal profile] borelblue 2023-09-12 03:21 am (UTC)(link)
[What a curious being - by both meanings. Aymeric smiles.]

Perhaps it is. Much of this comes down to personal preference. There are different breeds of tea leaf-bearing plants, with differences in taste therein. Some are more bitter, or more earthy. And what a person may add can also vary depending on the region. For example, where I hail from, tea is often prepared not with hot water, but hot yak milk, for a smooth, rich texture. It is also common to add a sweet syrup made from boiled birch tree sap. I favour a splash of this syrup myself, though it seems there is none to be found here, alas. [He shrugs]
longredribbon: (345)

[personal profile] longredribbon 2023-09-12 03:38 am (UTC)(link)
[ The response brings a chuckle to bubble up from Wei Wuxian's heart, amusement and affection shining in his eyes. He hums lightly, similarly teasing: ]

Even if I still wish to express my gratitude to you? ♥

[ He speaks more softly with the reply, leaning into the gesture and tipping his head slightly to press his lips to Lan Wangji's in a stolen kiss. ]