Imeeji Idol Productions ([personal profile] idolpro) wrote in [community profile] imeeji_frontstage2022-01-15 10:50 am

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Who: Idols and idol accessories
Where: Tokyo-F
When: Day 437

[ Idols will start their day today to find red envelopes, each with their idol names, presented to them on a table at their dorm's landing. Each envelope is supernaturally sealed, incapable of being opened except by their designated recipient. Inside each envelope is a gold zan-style hairpin with stripes of silver carved into its stem, and the tip is heavy with a weighty decoration—be it a dragon, phoenix, tiger, butterfly, flower(s), or anything else, they are all inlaid with bright, glowing tiger's eye gemstones.

As ornate as they look, these hairpins aren't just for decoration: upon the recipient touching the accessory, they'll find their clothes magically changing into fanciful Chinese or fantasy Chinese clothing—perhaps vibrant red, regardless of unit, or woven patterns and colors that reflect the idol's position. At the same time, the hairpin knits itself into the idol's hair (if capable, else it pins itself as a brooch) which has also magically been done up fancifully.

Down at the lobby there are more hints toward the holiday, if the red envelope didn't already make it obvious: red streamers and paper lanterns decorate the hotel, along with tiger decorations which vary from elegant wall scrolls to cute tiger plush pillows on the lobby seats. And, if it still isn't clear enough—perchance for those who aren't familiar with the culture at all—a red and gold banners hang from the wall, reading "HAPPINESS AND PROSPERITY" and "LUNAR NEW YEAR" and "YEAR OF THE TIGER".

Near the kitchen, there are tables with spreads of Chinese foods from various regions, all available in an all-you-can-eat styled buffet. And, what's more—the food seems to be completely safe! They don't contain even a little bit of status effects. For once, here's a party with safe food.

There are additionally tables with gift bags, once again labeled with each idol's name. These are not supernaturally sealed, and in each bag are . . . well. . . tiger things, along with a note that reads,

300 points per item worn for the day! Max 1,200 points (head/hands/tail/feet


Oh, right, this is an idol show. And oh, surprise, the tiger appendages (optionally) have some sort of status effect thing going on:
  • Feel more cuddly/desire cuddles
  • Feel more mercurial/contrarian
  • Feel more possessive/territorial
  • Feel more hungry, both for food and for immaterial things (especially attention)
  • Feel more brave
  • Feel more light-hearted/more easily amused

At least they're all fairly mild in effect.

Last but not least, decoration wise, there's also an ominous poster near the elevators. . . Well, who's afraid of a sign, right? . . . Nevermind that if someone were to break a taboo, they'll find themself just slightly unluckier today, on the level of breaking their shoe/sandal laces and receiving the wrong order at the café.

Outside, though the weather is cold, the sun is auspiciously bright today, warmth radiating out the city to soften the chill. Moreover, there's an infectious energy on the streets, one that would surely make a person forget the temperature—long paper puppets, taking the form of dragons and lions and tigers, parade down the street, powered by ghostly dancers and backed up by the orchestra of a marching band and fan dancers. Floating lanterns guide them throughout the city, where they'll circle around the streets ceaselessly until evening.

At the stroke of midnight, idols will find their old clothes back in their closet and their hairpins no longer glowing, but they'll also find they're able to keep the clothing they received from the hairpins. They can also keep the tiger paraphernalia, which have lost their effects. ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (The lie that broke my wings.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-15 11:51 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Sir that's illegal. ]

Whoa- cute look.
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 04:14 am (UTC)(link)
Hehehe, the compliment alone makes the event worthwhile~
wayofthehousekeeper: (Standing in front of your throne.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 04:40 am (UTC)(link)
[ Laughing. ]

Not interested in the food or festivities?
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 04:47 am (UTC)(link)
I'm always interested in the food! Not to mention the merry atmosphere. It's a rare thing to come by, so you should live it up!

[ . . . ​]

Perhaps skip the alcohol, though.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Stop meddling.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 04:53 am (UTC)(link)
I think I'm good on skipping the alcohol for a long while.
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 04:56 am (UTC)(link)
[ Pats his back ]

Did you at least get your points?
wayofthehousekeeper: (At the tips of my feet.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 05:10 am (UTC)(link)
[ Just this face. ]




I don't remember.
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 05:22 am (UTC)(link)
[ --LAUGHS. At least 50% at his expense. ]

So it was possibly all for nothing? Ahhhh, life's cruel lessons . . . !
wayofthehousekeeper: (Curse like a medal.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 05:35 am (UTC)(link)
I don't know if I even remember the face of the guy who offered them to me!
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 05:39 am (UTC)(link)
You should make sure to take a photo next time.
wayofthehousekeeper: (In this fake blessing.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 05:44 am (UTC)(link)
I didn't think I'd need to do anything like that for just a few drinks.
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-16 08:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Mmmm, but there are some tricksters around here. Very dreadful sorts.
wayofthehousekeeper: (No way to lower my ego.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-16 08:17 pm (UTC)(link)
I guess as far as pranks go, it was fairly harmless overall... my headache aside.
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-01-18 03:18 am (UTC)(link)
Ah yes, about that.

I know of a few remedies, but I confess they're all quite vile.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Liar beyond that light.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-18 03:57 am (UTC)(link)
How vile are we talking about?
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-02-12 03:56 am (UTC)(link)
Raw eggs and lots of spices.
wayofthehousekeeper: (In the marionette's square.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-12 04:26 am (UTC)(link)
... Is that really a remedy?
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[personal profile] outofoffice 2022-02-13 02:59 am (UTC)(link)
If you replace one discomfort with an even worse one, the first one doesn't bother you anymore.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Fade in to reality.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-13 09:07 am (UTC)(link)
That's a very concerning way to go about it but it does also seem true.