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

[fixed_destiny]

[It's hard to not believe in some level of god when you're told you are one.

He's a little dubious on that though, so far he didn't feel particularly divine. Maybe that part came later. This fuzzball though, couldn't possibly be any such thing. What it was, was a mystery and those were to be figured out. Current behavior could be sign of intelligence or very good training..

But unfortunately he has nothing else to offer but more bait fish. They're already dead, and fish happily eat other fish so likely even the fish won't find it particularly offensive.]

That's about it, pup.

[His voice is low; this is still a strange animal and those could bite without warning if they felt threatened.]

Not much else to share.

[It's surprising this one isn't off begging at the barbecue instead of ranging out here. Not as many things to get into.]

[mamaterasu]

[Oh, she has been there, done that - Ammy has eaten perhaps her fair share of barbecue for the next few months, but she will never turn down an offered snack, despite being full or overfull. Her stomach is truly endless, one may wager. She nearly inhales the next treat, licking her lips again, and coming over to sit by his side instead. She looks back at Xehanort then at his fishing rod and breathes out a bit of a sigh through her nose.

No luck, hm? It's not something she'd want to do, but...she can help him out if he really intends to fish and catch something. She doesn't like it, especially since these little guys are so cute, but...well, this is life, isn't it? People need to eat as much as anyone else, she can't play sides like that. One or two, maybe three at most...she can help him catch something, and--oh!

Maybe she won't need to do anything! Her ears perk up as the bobber sinks below the water, and the reel begins to spin. You're got a bite!]

[fixed_destiny]

[Sometimes half the point of fishing is just being out there, alone. Just himself and the water and a few bottles of pre-packaged tea for an afternoon, quiet and without disruption. The hiss of waves on the beach not far away was soothing in its own fashion but not the lap of fresh water on shallow lake beaches.

He wanted to catch the one which had been playing with his bobber but that one had been lured away by the promise of free bread. So he knows it's not that one when the floater sinks and he jerks the spinning reel to a sudden stop to set the hook.

It doesn't take long to drag the fish to the surface and then out of the water. Small for a sea-fish, but on the larger side if one normally goes for sunfish in warm summer lakes. Immediately he sets to removing the hook, brow furrowed. It might be big enough to eat, but left alone for a few years would be a better catch.

...Unless the dog wanted it, now that it seemed to be sticking around. Free food must be a potent lure.]

What do you think, interested in something that wriggles?

[It would probably be better to toss it back, but better than having his temporary fishing partner possibly go for it hook and all.]

[mamaterasu]

[Ammy doesn't make a move for it, and even shakes her head when he asks. Nah, she doesn't eat living creatures, and even prefers her food cooked and prepared, unlike normal canines. In fact, this particular wolf refuses to hunt game, opting to scavenging or foraging for her own meals. It also helps she can create food for herself, in the form of edible plants, fruits, and vegetables, but the former two are what she opt to more. Too much effort to waste her ink on herself.

Besides, she's had her fill, and she doesn't want to eat her little friends here. Ammy is really just here to feed them, maybe lay about on the rocks for a nap in the sun and enjoy the sea breeze. Much like Xehanort, she needs time to enjoy by her lonesome. The lapses in time where she can just feel the breath of the earth under her, and nothing else. It's those times she cherishes, but...well, she's open to sharing it with one or two people, if they keep quiet and still.

Instead, she lays by his side and yawns, making herself comfortable. She's not asleep, not fully, just lazing.]

[fixed_destiny]

[When the dog/wolf declines the fish in a remarkably human gesture without taking it, he simply tosses it back into the water, where it vanishes beneath the surface in a flip of brightly colored fin.

As she settles down, he shifts just enough to get a bit more comfortable, and re-baits his line, giving it a flick back out into the water. A fish might grab it, or not, but he could be patient. It gave him time to think. Like about this creature here, lazing on the stones.

Further testing would be required to glean true intelligence without obvious verbal communication but .. not right now. It was easier to simply sit there in the warmth of the sun and let things be for a while.

And cautiously reach one hand to set it on that red-marked white fur, gentle and wary. Any hint of displeasure and he wouldn't risk a bite, but dogs .. liked having their fur stroked, didn't they? The ones he'd encountered did. It seemed pleasant for all involved, then.. mabye now as well.]

[mamaterasu]

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