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. ]
sangreine: neutral :: happy :: flirty (always with you)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-01-29 08:47 pm (UTC)(link)
For someone who can't manage them, they seem like talents. That's like saying my violin playing isn't a talent because I probably practiced for a few centuries.

[ Waiting for the food to be ready mwahaha~ ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (What is right and wrong.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-30 05:55 am (UTC)(link)
But... isn't that about the same thing?

[ And now that things are finally cooking, he's gonna start serving. ]
sangreine: happy (quiet laughter by enlaire)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-01-31 12:38 am (UTC)(link)
Yes, that was exactly my point. It's still a talent even if you had to work for it or learn it. And your talents are useful, things that can help people; that's something to be proud of. I think so, anyway.

[ Mmm more food, she digs right in and shows no signs of trouble with the spices. ] It tastes better when it's spicy, doesn't it?
wayofthehousekeeper: (The lie that broke my wings.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-31 08:46 am (UTC)(link)
[ Taking a bite... and forgetting their conversation thusfar. ]

Wow, that's a big kick.
sangreine: flirty :: touch (glance)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-01-31 05:32 pm (UTC)(link)
I think that's the idea. [ She assumes he's joking, oops ]

[ Eating as quickly as ever ]
Not struggling, are you?
wayofthehousekeeper: (Lone cry of the moon.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-01-31 11:48 pm (UTC)(link)
It's a tough work out, but I think I can push through.
sangreine: happy :: flirty (wink)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-01 09:42 pm (UTC)(link)
Good for you. [ Or bad, in a way, but she can respect a little stubbornness as long as he goes down in the end. ] There's nothing more boring than someone who gives up easily.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Hands full of your warmth.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-01 10:52 pm (UTC)(link)
I won't let things get boring.

[ Going to keep up with serving her but there's definitely slower bites of his own food on his part. ]
sangreine: happy (mm)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-02 07:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Glad to hear it.

[ Watching his eating pace, smirkingggg ] Let me know if I'm eating more than my share, hm?
wayofthehousekeeper: (Fade in to reality.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-03 06:49 am (UTC)(link)
[ Drawing in a hissed breath between his teeth to cool his mouth. ]

Don't worry about it.
sangreine: flirty :: touch (glance)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-03 09:43 pm (UTC)(link)
I wouldn't want to be rude Help yourself.

[ Just give in man don't prolong your agony (or do, whichever, it's not her tongue). ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (Liar beyond that light.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-03 10:15 pm (UTC)(link)
[ HE CAN TELL WHEN HE'S BEING BULLIED usually. ]

You're really enjoying this, aren't you?
sangreine: happy (heehee)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-03 10:16 pm (UTC)(link)
You shouldn't have bet me something baked, it makes me get serious.

[ An absolutely glowing smile. Can you stay mad at this face? ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (What's reacting isn't my head.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-03 10:20 pm (UTC)(link)
I would've been willing to bake something even if just asked.

[ Okay now that he doesn't have to pretend he's absolutely getting more water. ]
sangreine: flirty :: happy (thbpt)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-03 10:24 pm (UTC)(link)
You should've just said that, saved yourself some taste buds.

Does that mean you concede? [ Her competitive side won't let him off unless he does. ] If it makes you feel any better, it wasn't a fair fight.
wayofthehousekeeper: (Into the sunset's colors.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-04 05:52 am (UTC)(link)
I hope I gave you a decent fight, at least?
sangreine: happy :: flirty (wink)

[personal profile] sangreine 2022-02-08 07:11 am (UTC)(link)
Decent as any mortal man could. [ This is a compliment, even if it might not sound it. ]
wayofthehousekeeper: (Blossomed at the darkest of night.)

[personal profile] wayofthehousekeeper 2022-02-08 10:01 am (UTC)(link)
[ Chuckling, even though that makes him hiss a bit and need to drink some more water. ]

I'll take it.