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: ([FA] 105)

[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-01-29 08:44 pm (UTC)(link)
It is quite rare and only available to those who take the Vengeance graduation option - so for those who wish to stay under Hell's employ. I do believe most idols I've seen take the other option.
wayofthehousekeeper: (No way to lower my ego.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-30 05:58 am (UTC)(link)
Staying here is certainly an unexpected option to take, but I'd guess peoples' circumstances are all different.
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[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-02-07 03:42 am (UTC)(link)
Pardon my assumption, but if you are fairly new to this production, have you not taken many memories yet?
wayofthehousekeeper: (Come on shoot now.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-07 05:05 am (UTC)(link)
It's no problem, you're right. I haven't taken any memories yet. I'm still saving up to, in fact.
leaveofabsence: <user name="rosebursts"> ([RI73] even before Rex Lapis)

[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-02-20 08:10 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh? Then please allow me.

[ And he's going to hand Aster a red envelope. If he opens it, it will be a typical (if not high quality and slightly pretentious) Chinese New Year card.

250 points will be transferred to his account later.

Probably from Childe's account.
]

This is the perfect festival for such a gift.
wayofthehousekeeper: (You're making me a beautiful jewel.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-20 09:12 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Oblivious boy just having fun, can't believe he's being bullied by kindness like this. ]

Oh wow- I didn't know this was a tradition for the festival. Thank you!

I feel like I have to find something to give back.
leaveofabsence: <user name="pragmatism"> ([RI30] "I'm just rather taken)

[personal profile] leaveofabsence 2022-02-20 09:53 pm (UTC)(link)
Then when you have amassed enough wealth, I simply ask that you pay it forward to future new idols.

One of my unitmates was initially very generous and bought almost all of my skills for me upon arrival, making my transition here smoother than it could have otherwise been. I only wish that you do the same.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Say what I have to say.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-20 11:00 pm (UTC)(link)
I'd gladly be willing to do so. I've gotten so much help from everyone I've met, I'd almost feel burdened by the number of debts I've accrued if anyone actually thought of them as debts to be repaid.

Offering that same kindness to others would be a great way to return the favor, so to speak.