[closed] an exclusive resort takeover

[galactically]

Who: Sheryl and the people she invited
What: A bunch of gods and shinki are taking over a classy hot springs resort
When: May 20th, from 12pm until about 6pm
Where: Spa LaQua @ Tokyo
Warnings: Fanservice is inevitable

On the night of May 15th, Sheryl spammed the inboxes of every person that she knows and likes with an invitation to a place known as Spa LaQua. As Eno kindly reminded her, she needed a break and so do her friends... which leads to a tall, lavish building inside Tokyo Dome City. Sheryl is not the type to skimp out on what she thinks is the nicest-looking place. Not only does the building contain restaurants and relaxation areas, but also spa rooms and hot springs. The staff, while courteous, is also very stringent on rules; the "no-tattoos" rule may be problematic for any shinki, though they should be fine if they hide it with clothes or make-up. They'll expect people to pay up — ¥2,634, to be exact.

As it turns out, being a celestial resident from the Far Shore has its perks, like say, not being seen by the people of the Near Shore...



Locker Rooms
Once you enter the building, there are lockers for men and women. Shoes and other belongings are where they are safely stored while you strip down and slip into yukatas or some sweats with matching slippers. You'll receive towels as well, but they are tiny; they will either cover your head or your lower half (barely), but not both. Hope you brought your own towels.

Hot Springs/Open Baths/Saunas
The hot springs contain water that possess healing benefits such as soothing aching muscles, improving circulation, and moisturizing skin. They are also split in between the men's section and the women's. That won't stop people from sneaking inside to take a peek at the opposite sex, however. Mixed-sex rooms are also an option for the frisky.

Alternatively, you can check out the open air baths. Traditional saunas also exist if you want to get hot and sweaty. Have fun!

Healing Baden
Behold, the Healing Baden — a special area that you have to pay about 800 yen to use (or just be invisible and sneak right in). You can also rent your own towels and leisure wear, a red shirt and dark brown pants combo, in these floors to lounge in if you have the cash to spare. Here's what you can expect:

Special Saunas: All five of them, each with their own trendy gimmick. One sauna uses yellow sand for anti-aging effects, another sauna has walls that change color. There's even a special kind that contains a tank filled with colorful jellyfish swimming around.
Resting Areas: Just like the room says, it's a place for relaxation. Grab a comfy chair and plop down on it. You can also take in the view of Tokyo Dome City at the balconies.
Pool: There's a large pool for swimming adventures. Lounge chairs can be found near it.

Restaurants
Lunch time! You'll find plenty of restaurants to choose from, from cafés to Asian cuisine. Want to try out some udon, shabu-shabu, and other kinds of hot pot meals? Perhaps you're in the mood for sushi? How about some Korean food instead, like their style of barbecue and kimchi?

Other Places
This is where plenty of pampering ensues if you want to get rid of any lingering stress, or if you just want to look extra pretty.

Salons: Want a manicure? A pedicure? A haircut? Your chest, eyebrows, and who knows what else waxed? Then you've come to the right place!
Massages: Body, back, and foot massages are in vogue, as is aromatherapy if you want your body coated with essential oils — and your nostrils filled with floral and fruity scents.
Recliners: It's where you can find oversized recliners to sleep on while watching TV and ordering snacks.
Nap Rooms: They exist. Find a plush bed to claim and just nap the day away!
Makeup Bar: You'll discover a counter filled with cosmetics and skincare products for guests to use. Sheryl will be on this like white on rice.

Gift Shop
Time to grab a souvenir before you go! From clothing to other trinkets, you can find what you want to remember this place by.

(OOC: Top-level and threadhop to your heart's content! ♥!)

Comments

[heptagram]

[Oh, Natsuru.]

Most certainly. Whenever you wish, Natsuru.

[thirdbeauty]

Just a few more minutes, then?

[She's really not in any hurry to leave the baths, but she knows she should soon.]

[heptagram]

That's fine by me.

[She just smiles. Hey, any time spent with Natsuru is good! Right?]

[thirdbeauty]

Alright.

[Her smile softening, she relaxes into the water for now.]

Anything you want to check out first?

[heptagram]

Hm... not specifically, not that I'd thought of. You can choose, alright, Natsuru?

[thirdbeauty]

Me?

[Here she goes blushing again.]

Well... thanks. But I don't really know much about these places, except for the hot springs.

[There's a pause, and she idly muses:]

Maybe the salon? I could get something done with my hair... or nails...

[It's also the least embarrassing option between that and massage.]

Oh, but are you hungry? We could get something to eat first.

[But then they'd have to pick a restaurant! All these choices...!]

[heptagram]

I know, it's not an easy choice, is it...

What would you do with your hair or nails, though? Did you have an idea?

[thirdbeauty]

[That question makes her hesitate slightly.]

No... but I don't remember ever doing it before. I thought maybe they might have suggestions?

[She's not getting her hair cut, though. Washed, treated, styled, whatever... but not cut. It feels too much a part of her, and she barely even knows who she actually is yet. Too soon to think about changing that in any permanent way.]

[heptagram]

I mean, that's possible. We could ask them for advice for you! If not, I'll probably always suggest something purple because I'm really biased.

[Maybe they could do something so they could match!]

[thirdbeauty]

I like purple! It's pretty.

[She says, while looking into the purple eyes of a purple-haired goddess who, if she had clothes at the moment, would probably even be wearing purple. The Oblivious Romantic Tension Meter is breaking from this level of sincere yet clueless complimenting!]

[heptagram]

[Oh gosh. She blushes a little.]

Ah, that was actually a good suggestion...? I'm glad. That sort of thing is my weakness. [She blushes. But it may as well be about the earlier comment.]

Then it's settled, Natsuru!

[thirdbeauty]

[There's an awkward but genuine smile from Natsuru.]

Alright!

[She gives a pleasant little chuckle. She doesn't really believe this could be a weakness of Patchouli's, deep down. But if she's not accepting everything at face value, it isn't showing one bit.]

So maybe a little hair styling, and a manicure. I wouldn't mind trying purple nail polish.

[heptagram]

I bet you'll make it look great, Natsuru! But I am very biased, like I said.

[Again: Whoops. Look she's just trying to state objective facts about how good of a color purple is!]

[thirdbeauty]

[Biased towards purple or biased towards Natsuru?]

We'll see, I guess! But thanks.

[Suddenly, a thought! She doesn't know if Patchouli would go for this, but...]

You know, if I get something purple and you get something blue, we'd kind of match! Wouldn't we?

[heptagram]

[well i mean]

Oh! You're right, though, Natsuru... that's a good idea...

[Wow, look at these two.]

[thirdbeauty]

[Natsuru beams happily, pleased at Patchouli's reaction.]

I bet it'll look great on you, too! Blue and purple can go really well together.

[God, these two...

The minutes just keep going by, though. They should probably think about heading out soon, or else they may not have time to get dressed, visit the salon, and whatever else they might end up doing.]

[heptagram]

[She does give it a couple minutes at least, though.]

We should get ready to head out now, Natsuru. We might not have time for everything we want to do!

[thirdbeauty]

[Patchouli's right, they really should get going if they want to follow through on their new plans. Natsuru nods and makes a small sound of agreement.]

Okay.

[She starts to pull herself up out of the water and to her feet. She still only has that small towel to wrap around her hips, and she looks a little self-conscious about it. Even though rationally, she knows it shouldn't be a big deal since they're both women. And they'll be going back to the locker room to get dressed soon enough!]

[heptagram]

[Patchouli follows after her.

Nope, not going to cover herself up beyond that towel at all. It's not that bad! They're both women, right? Natsuru's seen what a woman's body looks like!]

[thirdbeauty]

[More than that, she's transformed into clothing for Lightning. Just seeing another woman naked can't exactly compare to being worn by one, as far as embarrassment goes.

That doesn't mean she doesn't blush when she catches a glimpse on the way to the locker room, though. She just politely averts her eyes rather than make a big deal out of it. It's only normal to notice a woman as beautiful as her, after all.]

Did you want to go right to the salon next? Or are you hungry? We could get a quick lunch first.

[She asks while she finishes drying off and starts getting dressed. Once she's at least got her underwear on, she turns to face Patchouli properly.]

[heptagram]

[It's because she's embarrassed that she finds Patchouli so beautiful, isn't it. Part of it.

She's going to get herself dried off and dressed, though.]

No, no, let's head to the salon first, Natsuru. I'm fine for now.

[thirdbeauty]

[Natsuru smiles and nods, turning back to her locker to get the rest of her clothes. Once the skirt and top are on, she reaches up to let her hair down. It falls past her hips, and she gathers it back into a simple ponytail. Just so it's less work for them to deal with at the salon, if they do anything with her hair.]

Okay. Ready when you are!

[heptagram]

[Patchouli, meanwhile, manages to get dressed rather quickly, too, considering how she's... at least wearing more than Natsuru most of the time, anyway?]

I'm ready.

I'd normally say "after you," but I don't suppose that works too well here, does it? [So instead she just offers Natsuru a hand.]

[thirdbeauty]

Maybe not...

[Natsuru laughs quietly, but takes the other girl's hand. Holding hands while they walk through the building to the salon is a nice, comforting, totally normal gesture between two friends, clearly.]

They sure do offer a lot of services here...

[She's looking at the signs as they approach, and apparently the salons do even more than just hair and nails. That should be enough for this visit, though.]

[heptagram]

Certainly. I suppose that's a good reason to return here at some point, right?

[Maybe together again! She supposes that implication is there but wasn't specifically trying to make it! This time.]