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. ]
leaveofabsence: <user name="fatui"> ([RI36] The severe wear and tear)

[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-16 02:35 am (UTC)(link)
It is tradition during this holidays to give gifts to family and friends. And as the host of this event, it would seem remiss for you to be included considering all the work that went into this.

[ A small pause ]

But upon further examination, do hosts have any use for idol currency?

Nor do I have an account to send the points to.
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[personal profile] we_meet_again 2022-01-16 08:41 am (UTC)(link)
Oh gosh, you didn't have to. That's really thoughtful of you though. Goodness.

[Holding the envelope in both hands, respectfully]


Er... should I open it now, or later?

Admittedly I'm not overly familiar with this holiday.
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[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-16 10:12 am (UTC)(link)
You may open it now. There is no need to stand on ceremony.
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[personal profile] we_meet_again 2022-01-17 01:18 am (UTC)(link)
[Opens it up carefully so he doesn't rip such a pretty envelope.]

[What's in it???]
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[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-17 03:47 am (UTC)(link)
[ Inside is a paper of stock quality, sturdy enough to handle the heavy ink that was used to pen a traditional poem of good luck and prosperity. The edges as gilded in colors of red and gold. And it seems to be jointly from both Zhongli and Caeli (if Cobalt ever had the pleasure of meeting him). ]

Traditionally, you are supposed to place mora in the envelopes, but since points do not carry a physical component this has proven to be a bit more difficult.

Perhaps I can fetch you something exclusive from Tokyo-F instead before you finish your duties as a host.
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[personal profile] we_meet_again 2022-01-17 09:27 am (UTC)(link)
[He only met Caeli the one time he revivified him.]

[Nevertheless, he reads the poem attentively and smiles warmly.]

Aww. This is so nice!

Truthfully, things made with care and thought are worth more to me than money.

[He slips the poem back into the envelope for safekeeping]

Thank you. I'll treasure this.
leaveofabsence: ([RI79] And since each one is hand carved)

[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-17 09:37 am (UTC)(link)
[ There is just a slight furrow to Zhongli's brow ]

You are most welcome.

Though in it's current form it still seems incomplete...
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[personal profile] we_meet_again 2022-01-17 09:44 am (UTC)(link)
...Because there's no money in it?

That's the important part?
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[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-19 08:16 am (UTC)(link)
It does not have to be mora, but there should be something.

Please do not leave until I find an appropriate substitute.