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Riverview Moderator ([personal profile] riverviewmod) wrote in [community profile] riverviewlogs2017-07-01 06:21 pm
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introductory mingle: carnivale

who: everyone in Riverview!
what: Introductory Log and Carnivale Celebration
when: July 1st - July 9th
where: Anywhere around the city.
warnings: please put any necessary warnings in the subject lines

carnivale


In the days leading up to July 1st, residents new and old will notice preparations beginning, a flurry of activity getting the city ready for the upcoming celebration: Carnivale. This holiday is in celebration of music, and the onset of summer and warmer weather. The celebrations are marked by street parties, an extensive program of live musical performances, with a large parade (and paid holiday!) capping it off on July 8th.

celebrating music, and summer


After a couple of months of low-key or even solemn celebrations, it's time for Riverview Quarantine to throw a good, old-fashioned party. Carnivale is a city-wide festival that pretty much everyone gets into, and many residents take the entire week off so they can enjoy all the festivities. With events ranging from impromptu street parties, free live musical performances, food stands, themed club nights, adult lounges with kink shows, and topped off with a massive party parade, the holiday has a lot to offer for anyone who likes to sing, dance, and show some skin!


i. street parties and food

One of the staples of the Carnivale festival is the spontaneous street parties and food trucks and carts. It's not unusual during the holiday to turn a corner and run into a group of people dressed in bright colors and sequins having an impromptu party with a few drinks, and then be invited to join right in! Carnivale is a celebration of music as well as summer, so most shops and stalls will be blasting danceable music into the streets to facilitate these little street parties - it's considered a sign of good luck for the owner of a business if an impromptu Carnivale celebration starts up in front of their door.

Considering the proliferation of street parties and people out and about to celebrate the warmer weather, local business owners also take to the streets. Food carts, stands, and trucks pop up on almost every street corner offering a wide variety of food from savory treats to sweet desserts. Many of the carts are offering one free item to anyone dressed up for Carnivale - anything shimmery, shiny, or brightly colored will do!


ii. live musical performances

One of the major roads in the city center has been completely roped off for the entire week, and all along this street, various temporary stages have been set up, each with a nice hefty sound system. Volunteers hand out printed flyers, and digital boards are set up here and there with schedules of various performances that are all free to attend, ranging from well-known popular music artists to new up-and-comers or independent artists who are looking to make a name for themselves. This event is very widely advertised around the city, and is accepting entries until the very last minute.

At couple of the acts might be familiar faces to some of the residents.

Eichi Tenshouin has signed up himself and his friend Tsumugi Aoba into the music festival as a first-time appearing idol unit called "Higanbana." Dressed in all white with splashes of color (blue, largely, with only their headsets being a red spider lily), they carry a very commanding and angelic image together. They'll have a routine that emphasizes their great harmony with each other, taking turns doing solo lines and joining together to show off each of their talents. Singing and dancing, they interact heavily with the audience and will encourage a lot of involvement with speaking between songs and gestures, winks, and so on. Basically, they intend to make this Riverview's very first prominent "idol performance".

For his performance, Otabek Altin will start with rock remixes of a few popular pop songs. He wants to make sure that it starts off with recognizable pieces for some people, and he certainly thinks it is something that could get people excited even if they don't know it. Then, it shifts into a few original songs. They are upbeat, rock songs that he put together with the intention to make people dance and move, since he is a DJ. He'll end his set with a slower piece he put together that is also an original. Through the entire performance, he's focused and quiet, though he may occasionally try and excite the crowd with a few words.

Any other player-characters who are musically inclined are more than welcome to assume their character was fit in for a performance, and can post up a top-level with a rundown of their performance to get bonus Activity Points for posting a mingle!


iii. carnivale parade

The other main attraction of Carnivale week comes on July 8th, which is a paid holiday for everyone in the city. The Carnivale Parade will be starting out by City Hall and winding through downtown in a lazy pattern so everyone in the city has a chance to see it. There will be all sorts of floats, dancers, marching bands, with all sorts of clubs, businesses, and other organizations represented. The theme is theatrical, big and showy, bright and colorful, sparkly and shiny, with loud music and lots of glitz and glamour. Observers can expect great music, excellent dancing and marching shows, neat vehicles provided by classic car clubs, the fire, police, and Perimeter Guard. They can also expect a lot of party favors, whether it's a sparkly plastic beaded necklace, a fan to take the edge off the heat, candy, popsicles, a temporary tattoo, or any number of other little treats or toys to be tossed into the crowd - some of them fit for kids and teens, others of a more 'adult' nature handed out a bit more discreetly to anyone who looks the part.

And make sure you wear your waterproof mascara - Carnivale floats have a tendency of spraying or spritzing water, both in an unspoken competition to see who can make the biggest water-refraction rainbow in the air, and to keep observers cool in the new summer heat.


iv. adult: lounges and kink exhibition

Thanks to the Carnivale tradition of showing as much skin as possible, some event organizers' minds have turned to topics of a more adult nature. In the evenings, residents may see clubs doing "lounge nights"; these adults-only events have bouncers IDing everyone at the door to ensure they're 18+. The themes may vary, from very specific niche themes like 'golden age superheroes' to broad themes like 'rainbows,' and each event is clearly marked as what it is - all-nude or clothing-optional, and can host events ranging from amateur to professional exotic dancing, food served off of nude bodies, anonymous masked hookups, or just provide a comfortable space where casual sex is encouraged with whoever happens to be around. Various legal substances can be found at these lounges, but nothing that would cause violation of consent, and every substance would be clearly labeled and have warnings to ensure that no one partakes unless they choose to. Please be sure to warn in the subject line for sexual content or drug use (since some mild party drugs are legal in Riverview).

For the weekend from July 7th-9th, there will be a kink exhibition in one of the large exhibition centers downtown, limited to characters 18+. The exhibition is a sexy adult informational convention featuring various kinks and fetishes. Whether you're into leather, latex, lace, or anything else, you'll be able to find the clothes, toys, guides, books, erotica, fiction, and a wide variety of other interesting stuff to explore. While the atmosphere is sex-positive and there are private and public (for the voyeurs and exhibitionists in the room) venues for having sex, it's definitely focused on exploration and information about different stuff to try.


v. roommates or wildcard

Feel free to use this prompt to meet new roommates, for the purpose of getting to know each other, or hit up one of the mod-posted prompts for each Communal Floor. Or if you have an idea for a prompt that isn't in this list, set during Carnivale, feel free to write it up!



visual inspiration


click on thumbnails for larger view


Credit: image i: Roger Patterson Jr.; image ii: Syd Mead; image iii: screencap from the movie Paprika; image iv: siamon89

navigation
aeturnus: (pic#11384444)

[personal profile] aeturnus 2017-07-11 02:03 am (UTC)(link)
A lot happens in sixty years.

[ Which is the problem, as he's understanding it. ]

What will you do, Lucretia?
flowlikewater: (pic#11296336)

[personal profile] flowlikewater 2017-07-11 02:03 am (UTC)(link)
[ Genji finds a nice little bench in a quiet spot and gestures to it, waiting to see if Shigeru wanted to sit down.

He shakes his head. ]
Not that often, no. But I did a lot when I was younger.

[ Genji tended to stick out in a crowd nowadays. ]
stevegrogers: (wistful)

[personal profile] stevegrogers 2017-07-11 02:04 am (UTC)(link)
[ Pure happiness filled Steve's face at the sight of Bucky and some of the tension seeped right away from the line of his shoulders. What he wouldn't give to hug Bucky and to reassure them both of everything being better this time around. .

Could he ever make such a promise, though? ]


Worse now. You were always the dancer between us. [ Add in fondness to the happiness on his face. ] But, I mean, if you want to try.

[ Under no circumstance did he honestly believe Bucky would dance with him. ]
idolpire: (Default)

[personal profile] idolpire 2017-07-11 02:04 am (UTC)(link)
I still don't think I believe in it. Even you can die, you strange weird wanky git. Just because you haven't found a way doesn't mean it doesn't exist. There's always a way if someone looks hard enough. Part of the balance, and all that.
stevegrogers: (amused)

[personal profile] stevegrogers 2017-07-11 02:05 am (UTC)(link)
[ Eyes widened for a fraction of a second as he took in the man approaching him. The guy nearly looked like a disco ball Natasha showed him once during their 'this is the culture you missed' education. Lopsided smile filling his face, he nodded his head a little. ]

Once at a fair but then I threw it up on a ride. [ The mere thought of the memory made his heart clench tightly in his chest. Bucky. ]

But let's see what happens this time. Lead the way. I'm Steve, by the way.
stevegrogers: (reflective)

[personal profile] stevegrogers 2017-07-11 02:05 am (UTC)(link)
[ Someone probably wanted to make him paranoid but Steve decided against voicing such thoughts out loud. The guy would figure things out one way or another, even without his commentary on the fact.

Eyes moving around, he found a cart selling what looked like vegetables. ]


Maybe we can try something that doesn't look like meat. Might be safer.
idolpire: (Confused - 1)

SO SHOCKING....

[personal profile] idolpire 2017-07-11 02:06 am (UTC)(link)
It is. Sparkly little diamond weirdos. Not to mention the poncy ones that get stuck in whatever century they were sired. If you're going to live a few hundred years, keep up with the fashion. Honestly. It's not that hard.
flowlikewater: (pic#11296354)

[personal profile] flowlikewater 2017-07-11 02:07 am (UTC)(link)
[ That gets a little chuckle out of him. ] An impressive title! It is an honor. [ Genji taps at his chin with an audible little tink. ] And you can call me... Green Cyborg Ninja Dude.

[ He's very serious. Totally. Phft. ]
aeturnus: (pic#11359463)

[personal profile] aeturnus 2017-07-11 02:07 am (UTC)(link)
[ Cain sees you eyeing his bling, Steve, and he doesn't hesitate to lift a few of the necklaces and his brows at the same time. Want some? One? Any? C'mon. ]

Oh good, probably from Earth, then. I'm Jacob.

[ That said, he's heading down to where he saw a traditional carnival foods stall. Maybe a corndog on the way would be good, too. ]
stevegrogers: (thinking)

[personal profile] stevegrogers 2017-07-11 02:07 am (UTC)(link)
The longer the parade stretched on, the more people Steve noticed were soaked with water and tossed various trinkets. Everything always had a catch and it made him wonder what it would be this time. A little paranoid of an outlook, perhaps, but he felt too unsure of himself and the place to really let his guard down much. The last time he started to let his guard down, well, terribly things happened. Things he never really wanted to think about.

"Or it could do something worse than just turning skin a different color," Steve responded with a faint shrug of a shoulder. "I haven't met a lot of people yet but I haven't been here that long." People were always such a great source of information, far more than anyone in charge of anything.

The Doctor? Looking at the man for a moment, he asked, "Doctor Who?" Or rather Doctor of what? He sure hoped nothing too magic-like because he had his fill of the unexplained for a lifetime. "I guess we are going to find out. Did they tell you much?"
thegreatninja: (Talking to me?)

wildcard, HI!

[personal profile] thegreatninja 2017-07-11 02:09 am (UTC)(link)
[Yuffie has the habit of sleeping with all of her clothes and all her things on her. You never know when you have to quickly leave.

She looks asleep when he approaches his bed though at his comment her eyes flutter open. Large dark purple eyes stared up at him like he suddenly had a few extra heads that she had to count. She might also be laying in the bed backwards with her foot resting next to his pillow.]


I know. I'm in it.

[It's just a nap.]
500gallontank: (Default)

[personal profile] 500gallontank 2017-07-11 02:10 am (UTC)(link)
Yeah, that's much better. [No, it's not. And he would like to point out that he's noticed that the kid hasn't actually told him how old he was. ]

Where the hell are you from, anyway?

[And excuse him but is that coffee? Like real, actual coffee? He might have to make a move on that.]

finethanks: (☆ 100)

[personal profile] finethanks 2017-07-11 02:10 am (UTC)(link)
[He gasps lightly at that arousal pressing closer. If his body weren't so exhausted, he swears he'd be getting aroused again. It's there emotionally, even if not physically, and every touch still feels so good. Gentle touches over his chest and stomach make him arch against Gladio, encouraging more with a little hum and a sheepish smile.]

Is that strange? It's because I'm still excited. [He smooths his palm over his facial hair, taking in a slow breath.] If you could hardly wait, why is it that you're going so slow? I want to feel you.

[He's so god damn thirsty and he was already satisfied...]
aeturnus: (pic#11384441)

[personal profile] aeturnus 2017-07-11 02:11 am (UTC)(link)
Part of the balance says I've apparently got... a depressing amount of time left, so maybe it just doesn't exist yet.

[ Cain's not going to disagree. Philosophically, it'll happen eventually but for now? He's untouchable as far as he can test it. ]
thegreatninja: (eeeeeh!)

[personal profile] thegreatninja 2017-07-11 02:12 am (UTC)(link)
That sounds awesome!

[Yuffie bounces on her toes with an excited smile. He really shouldn't be encouraging this sort of behavior in her.] We should team up! The Great Ninja Yuffie and The Green Cyborg Ninja...

[She blinks, altering their titles.]

What's your name again? It needs your name.
spellslots: (hair and fashion deserved it)

[personal profile] spellslots 2017-07-11 02:12 am (UTC)(link)
Meta-human, like with superpowers? They call it different shit in different realities.

[Cisco goes for metahuman, Tony used "mutant", most comic books are just kinda vague.]

Usually it's genetic, or at least not something just any old dipshit can do, unlike magic.
dispenserofjustice: (27)

[personal profile] dispenserofjustice 2017-07-11 02:13 am (UTC)(link)
[Don't tell Garrus that. He might laugh at the idea of demons. Monsters? Those might be acceptable. He's seen some things now that doesn't make the idea so laughable.

Bumping into the person behind him, Garrus immediately turns.]


That's on me. I wasn't paying attention.

[Max's expression? He honestly doesn't think much of it. Other people have looked at him like that already.]
couldkillthedevil: (Looking Down 3)

[personal profile] couldkillthedevil 2017-07-11 02:13 am (UTC)(link)
[His freedom of movement is both a blessing and a curse. Her body trembles in his grasp, her hands clenching and unfurling uselessly around his forearm as he teases at her clit. And damn her if she isn't trying to spread her legs just a little further and grind herself harder on his cock and fingers, needing more of that friction as she pants and tries to stop herself. It's torture, being toyed with so delicately, when all she wants to do is flip him over and have him.

And maybe it's that thought, or just the way he's touching her clit so gently and insistently that has her clamping around him tight as a vice.]
500gallontank: (don't make me turn this car around)

[personal profile] 500gallontank 2017-07-11 02:13 am (UTC)(link)
[It took decades to make Frankenstein this paranoid. Decades, and a copilot who tried to kill him (twice). ]

I don't know what half that stuff is.

[Or why we're a 'we' apparently. But he'll roll with it.]
toopolite: (12)

[personal profile] toopolite 2017-07-11 02:14 am (UTC)(link)
It seems little wonder that they are forced to give it away.

[And while Sif certainly can have a large appetite, she finds what little of hers that she has leaving. It does leave the question of what to do with it, although there is a rubbish bin fairly close, and it is deposited there. Rubbing her fingers over her leathers, she glances back to the stranger.]

The Lady Sif of Asgard, at your service.
bunnyhopped: (039)

[personal profile] bunnyhopped 2017-07-11 02:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ She doesn't mind having company on the car, as... floppily as they may have joined her. She'd only spared him a quick glance at first, just to make sure it wasn't someone who was going to police her fun, but she has to look at him a second time because— ]

Ooh, I like your dress! It's really cute.

[ before she considers what he'd actually said. ]

Well, yeah, that's obvious! How'd you get on one of the floats?
spellslots: DNT (you say that I'm kinda difficult)

[personal profile] spellslots 2017-07-11 02:19 am (UTC)(link)
Thanks!

[And now she's complimented him, they're officially best friends. That's how it works.]

There's two options, either you climb up there like an animal, or ya use magic. Personally I prefer the magic option, way easier, a lot less chance of anyone looking up your skirt.

[That's a priority for him, obviously.]
500gallontank: (thinking too hard)

[personal profile] 500gallontank 2017-07-11 02:19 am (UTC)(link)
There's some fruit...stuff, that looks safe enough.

[See? Someone else smart. Or paranoid. Or both. Whatever. He'll take it. And he's still a little shaky on actual fruit--he's seen them in picture books, but that's about it. Till here. ]

...I don't need service. Not the bloody Chairman.

[Was she trying to hit on him?]
jettisons: (pic#11541012)

[personal profile] jettisons 2017-07-11 02:21 am (UTC)(link)
[Bellamy smoothes his thumb over the tiny splotches on paint on her knuckles, nodding. That's genuine, and it's the response he needed from her, so he's relaxing again.]

I can't do it without you. Besides, who else would keep me busy?
toopolite: (26)

[personal profile] toopolite 2017-07-11 02:22 am (UTC)(link)
[It is true that she has no reason to doubt. She serves Asgard, as she always has, continuing in the capacity she has been granted. It tends to be tracking down those who have escaped, and returning them to where they belong.

Yet she is not entirely certain whether she believes him- or rather, she doesn't, but she also doesn't know what the truth actually is.]


I find myself questioning the judgment of these healers.