37B - Beach Episode: Electric Boogaloo

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone!
What: Beach Party Reward!
When: April 8-10
Where: Honolulu, Hawaii
Summary: Orihime has persuaded the Heavens to grant the Far Shore denizens a reprieve. The people spoke and asked for a beach vacation!






The Far Shore has managed to rent out an entire private beach for the event so that they won't be interrupted by any Near Shore residents. The rented beach is beautiful and well-maintained, at Sand Island State Recreation area, not too far from a certain temple, overlooking the bay and Honolulu itself, depending on the side you're on. The party stretches to all the way around the island so that you can look out over the ocean waves as well.

It's a beautiful late spring day, perfect for swimming and cracking watermelons and playing some beach volleyball. There is a hut with snorkling gear (shallows only) and surfboards too! There's even some soft music permeating the air so that nothing is every silent on this fun-filled day.

You Need Only Ask Permission

Not knowing how to decide which of many beaches to suggest before Amaterasu, Orihime asked her dear friend Fuujin for advice, and of course he suggested the Daijingu Temple of Hawaii. (It's a temple dedicated to him, and one he visits fairly frequently.)

Getting down to Honolulu is treated like a simple affair by Orihime. She tells people that they only have to go to Fuujin's temple in the Far Shore, ask for permission to use it to travel to one of his temples on the Near Shore, and one of his shinki will grant permission on his behalf while he silently watches in the Far Shore. (A satisfied smug look on his face, mainly directed at the new gods, less so the shinki.) His Exemplar, Kaede, will smile and wave as she watches the parade of people exit on the other side in Honolulu, at the Daijingu Temple.

Of course, if you would prefer not to indulge Fuujin and you have another way to get to the party, you're welcome to do so!

Swimwear Strikes Again

Anyone who doesn't have swimwear will be provided with swimwear to fit their needs before leaving the Far Shore, courtesy of Lord Fuujin's memory of how well the Far Shore residents enjoyed their swimsuits last time. 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.

Picture Perfect

How enchanting are the people posing for all those cute pictures? The Heavens would greatly appreciate proof that the event was a similar hit, so they've asked Orihime to bring back picture evidence of the festivities. Whether you post the picture to the BBS or not, can you get a cool shot while surfing? While eating your favorite treats? While building sand castles? Playing beach games? Possibly a series with a common theme? Make it a challenge with your friends! Maybe that perfect picture isn't something your friend wants to hand over... Feel free to go to great lengths to find that perfect picture.

Barbecue Bonus

This time, more than the basics have been provided, but anyone is welcome to bring a little something to the barbecue as well if they so choose. A wide assortment of fish, a fair bit of chicken, and some beef have all been provided by Orihime and transported by Fuujin's shinki, but it's clearly all been locally procured. 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 fish to grill. Additionally, summery drinks have been provided, including iced tea, lemonade, water, and horribly fruity cocktails. By evening, small desserts on trays will also be brought over, including such Hawaiian specific treats (in bite-sized portions) as Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Chocolate haupia pie, and Poi mochi.

Come Join Us!

All of those activities aren't as fun alone! Whether you're preference is swimming, snorkling, or surfing; beach volleyball or sand castles; cracking watermelons or maybe even... games involving other kinds of spirits! Start things off and welcome others in!

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

[alchemists]

Well, yours are powered by your gear so that type of material can't really be compared to normal means.

[trustheart]

Yeah, and you're the reason why my gear was super shoddy.

[She thinks for a minute.]

Basically, try to imagine it if Dr. Ver made a symphogear on his own, without Finé's research to fall back on.

[alchemists]

It wouldn't end well at all...

So, what I should do is get better materials and make something that suits me?

[trustheart]

[ooc - That last post should read WASN'T super shoddy, sorry.]

Or at least buy something, yeah.

[alchemists]

I'll be right back then.

[ Thankfully there were plenty of stalls selling different beach items and it didn't take long for Elfnein to get a new water gun that would do more damage. ]

Is this better?

[trustheart]

[Chris blinked when Elfnein came back, eyeing it up and down. She let out a low whistle.]

Okay, I guess that's a pretty good model. Nice choice.

[alchemists]

[ It was time to try a surprise attack, this time with an upgraded weapon that Elfnein had already pumped enough for a quick shot. ]

Striking first is the best way to win a battle.

[trustheart]

[Chris laughs; she was more than ready for that after what Wendy pulled on her, and she easily weaves to the side.]

Nice try, shortstuff.

[alchemists]

My attack didn't work?

[ Leave it to Chris to dodge that quickly. ]

[trustheart]

[Chris laughs a bit more.]

Come on, it's alright. I'll let you take a free shot at me, okay?

[alchemists]

You're taking it easy on me.

[trustheart]

Yeah, I am. Is that a problem?

[Chris smiled reassuringly.]

You're just starting out, after all.

[alchemists]

But, I won't get stronger if you do that!

[trustheart]

So, what, you want me to keep dodging? Elfnein, I'm trained in combat. You oversaw some of those drills.

[alchemists]

I know but, if I don't try to go all out or use different skills I won't get any better at combat.

[trustheart]

... Fine. But don't get upset if it turns out to be completely frustrating, right?

[She's going to try and let Elfnein get a hit in without looking like she got a hit in.

PARENTING.]