012 | The Beach Episode

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone!
What: Beach party
When: All day June 5
Where: The beach
Summary: A beach party for all of the Far Shore residents

[01-27 Edit: Continue your threads at the overflow post to evade captcha!]



There were certainly a lot of broken hearts and emotional roller coasters recently, so the Heavens have decided it's time to allow their people to let loose and have some fun for a little while. Through some magic - or possibly just a lot of money - they have managed to rent out an entire private beach for the event so that they won't be interrupted by any Near Shore residents. The beach is beautiful and well-maintained, the ocean goes for as far as the eye can see, and rocky outcroppings offer a handy place to dive into the water on a test of courage.

It's a beautiful summer day, perfect for swimming and cracking watermelons and playing some beach volleyball. There's even some soft music permeating the air so that nothing is every silent on this fun-filled day.

New arrivals, after having been met at the Meeting Hall, would have been immediately redirected to this party. After all, they should be enjoying themselves as well.



Swimwear

Anyone who doesn't have swimwear will be provided with swimwear to fit their needs. Unfortunately, the Heavens don't have access to a lot of swimwear, so you'll likely wind up with something ugly, something old, or something just plain weird.

Playful Fish

The sea critters are excited about the party too. They're happy to swim up to anyone in the water and will even come up to the shallows to take a look at the fun happening on the shore. Toe nibbling and brushes of scales are in your future, so you'd better get used to the idea if you plan on being in the water.

Barbecue

Some basics have been provided, but everyone has been asked to bring a little something to the barbecue as well if they can. So you're more than welcome to grab one of the many grills and start frying things up. Heck, there are even fishing poles available if you feel like hauling in a few of those friendly fish to grill. Additionally, summery drinks have been provided, including iced tea, lemonade, water, and horribly fruity cocktails.

After Dark

Just because the sun is down doesn't mean that the party's stopping! The barbecue will continue well into the night, lit now by the stars and a huge, roaring bonfire. The bonfire is maintained by Amaterasu's shinki and climbs higher than any bonfire has the right to. Also, there are floating lights in the water so that people can continue swimming now that it's dark. And if you happen to get too drunk to go home, don't worry. A white-clad shinki will be happy to put you back to bed at the end of the night. Additionally, some sparklers and small bottle rockets have been provided for your entertainment.

In Summary:

• Get some sun
• Go for a swim
• Make sure you're in a swimsuit
• Enjoy the food and activities
• Don't drown
• Have fun~

Comments

[mementodagger]

Perhaps it's a sign we were meant to meet.

[Okay, why did that sound pathetically sentimental? Is he normally a sentimental person? He thinks... he might be, but in a more private way? Ugh, all these months and he's still trying to figure himself out in something other than fits and spurts.

He releases Yuuri's wrist and finds himself happy for the first time in months. When did he let himself relax this much?]

I'm... not usually one to make friends easily. A few people have called me an "introvert," whatever that means.

[latebloomingeros]

For all I know, it could be.

[Man, wait until he meets Yuri.]

[It feels... like a lot of trust, for someone who doesn't make friends very easily to be so warm towards him. In a way, it's sort of humbling, like being given something that he's not sure what he did to deserve. But in a nice way, certainly.]

Well, I think there's something to be said for that. I think some people have an easier time relaxing without too many people around... At least, it sounds like it would be easier that way.

But... making friends once in a while can be nice, too, I'd imagine.

[Without any memories, it's all sort of speculation, isn't it?]

[mementodagger]

[Or perhaps it's simple loneliness that can't be soothed by Yurick's god, only another shinki. They have no anchors to their pasts, only what they forge from the moment they awaken in the Far Shore. That's something a god can never understand. Yuuri is kind and gentle, Yurick can tell that easily even from this first meeting, without pushing or being overbearing. It's doesn't feel like a chore to socialize with someone more like Yurick himself.]

I get the feeling I was never one for crowds. My god had to practically drag me here. That's why I decided to go fishing earlier, it's a solitary activity.

[And cooking probably would've stayed solitary but he'd caught so many fish and there were people who looked hungry....]

I... hope we can call one another friends someday. Even if it's too soon now, we're off to a good start, wouldn't you say?

[latebloomingeros]

[[OOC: Continued here!]]