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The Far Shore Mods ([personal profile] godsoffortune) wrote in [community profile] thenearshore2016-11-15 05:56 pm

010 | Relief and Rescue

Who: Everyone!
What: Cleanup and moral support
When: All day May 16
Where: Just outside of Tokyo
Summary: It's time to get rid of the mess that that demon made!



The attack by the demon recently has left the surrounding area in a very sorry state. Not only are some people still hospitalized or slowly recovering from the affects of the draining of their life force, but a lot of nasty accidents happened during the time that people were walking around like they were dead to the world. It's been attributed to an odd natural disaster, and many think it may have been an illness that caused it.

The Heavens have decided to send any available gods and shinki down to help out in the relief efforts. If they try hard enough, they should be easily seen for the times when they are helping people out, so it shouldn't be a problem.

On top of that, some new arrivals have suddenly appeared. Amaterasu has left them little handwritten notes pinned to their shirts:

'These people need your help! I'm sorry to throw you into things like this, but please do what you can.

☼ Amaterasu ☼'


And yes, she has doodled little suns next to her name.



Care

There are a lot of people who were left hurt because of the incident with the demon and they are still trying to recover from it. From broken bones all the way to mental trauma, these people have seen a lot of crazy stuff and they aren't feeling so hot. Any kind of care is viable, but you might also want to just be an errand-runner in order to help the qualified people who are already doing a pretty good job of helping these poor folks out.

Food

A fair number of homes and stores managed to get destroyed amidst everything going on with the demon, so there's a lot of work for the neighborhood to do in helping them out. Whether by helping to rebuild what has been broken or by just handing out some free food to the people who need it. Of course, you might also take some food for yourself. Hopefully you're not a horrible enough person to just steal from the homeless~

Literal Cleaning

And here's where the fun comes in. The buildings that need to be rebuilt and the streets that need to be cleaned up are all under works and you can help in any way you deem worthy. You might carry loads or actually put forth the effort to help rebuild some lost homes, it's up to you. Of course, if you set about helping out in this way, you might notice little fairy-like spirits flitting around each of the Near Shore residents who are working hard to help each other out. The little spirits shine brightly and seem to shy away if approached, but they titter happily anytime the person they're following does something nice.

Banquet

After the day is done, the Heavens have a special treat set up for anyone who helped out - a large banquet in the Meeting Hall back on the Far Shore. Just like any other banquet, there is food and booze of every kind available. But also, the small tittering bright white spirits are in attendance, following around any Far Shore resident who helped out today. You might find yourself with a new friend or two who won't leave you alone, who keep giggling anytime you're kind, and who don't seem to be able to talk and only exude delight and good feelings.



In Summary:
  • Help out the people affected by the demon
  • Give out food to people who need it
  • Clean up the messes
  • Eat some good food, drink some good booze
  • Have fun~
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-16 02:00 am (UTC)(link)
[A: Care]
i.


[It's unfortunate how full the children's ward of the hospital is right now, and though Maria wasn't here to know what caused all this, the note that she'd found pinned to her shirt said to do what she could. She'd be inclined to anyway, since it's clear that the people of this town need it, but all this strange talk about gods might've held her up a bit longer in thought without the prompting.

In any case, there's a woman with high-curled pink hair sitting in the children's ward, a few of the injured kids sitting around her as she finishes a song. It makes them smile, at least, and with her own smile, Maria extends her hand to them.]


Come on, sing with me. It may not heal your physical wounds, but music can heal other things.

[It's not hard to keep the attention of the children on her with the music, and as she starts singing the same song again, a few of the children chime in alongside her.]

...the stars were born,
the songs were born,
the Lulu Amel smiled for eternity...


[Maria's voice is powerful enough to carry through the corridors, and is rather clearly that of a professional musician. Whether anyone is drawn by that sound or comes in by chance, she'll carry on until the end of the song, then turn towards whoever came in.]

Have you come to join us?

ii.

[Running errands might not be ideal, but Maria doesn't know what else she can do here, between keeping up morale. And it's not like she's in bad shape, so despite the high-heeled shoes she's wearing, she's running deftly between corridors, arms full of medical supplies, dodging people left and right with remarkable skill.

Anyone who looks like they've come to help as well is likely to end up with her stopping in front of them, her breath a little heavy, but otherwise fine.]


Excuse me, but do you know which ward these are for?

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[B: Cleaning]

[While she's not the most practically dressed for this sort of thing, as the day goes on Maria notices a group of people seemingly struggling with moving supplies for rebuilding a house. A few of them even look like they might've discharged themselves from hospital early to help, and it's impossible to stop the urge to run over and help them out.

So a few minutes later, she's making her way across the city with a few Near Shore residents in tow, a large pile of wood in her hands and the rest of it being carried between the others. It still looks like they're having some trouble, though.

Trying to rebalance the weight for a moment, Maria waves a hand to the nearest likely-looking person she can see.]


If you're not too busy, could you help over here for a moment? We just need to get this a bit further down the road.

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[C: Banquet]

[While she wasn't expecting a reward for helping, Maria can't deny the banquet is a pleasant addition. After eating enough to restore what energy she gave over the day, she lingers around the tables with a glass of white wine in her hand, watching the strange sprites titter around her.]

...Hello? [She tries to greet one, but it merely giggles and flutters around her head once more. It's rather strange, but she's not familiar enough with this place to know much more about that, and so it is she ends up tapping the shoulders of a few of the people nearby and pointing to the spirits.]

Are these common here? I've seen them around all day, but I'm not sure what to make of them...or any of the rest of this place, really.
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[personal profile] soothes 2016-11-16 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
[ Freyja is instantly drawn in by the music that echoes throughout the halls. The sounds light up in shades of pink to the young goddess, soft and calm shades. It makes it hard for her to ignore it and without a second thought she moves to follow the sounds until she comes across the children's ward with a saddened look.

So many children had been hurt in the attacks upon her arrival in this world. She had done her best to heal those that she could but knew that it just far too much for her alone without pushing herself beyond her limit. Who would she help then?

Lost in thought, she does not register the song has ended until someone speaks to her and Freyja snaps back into focus with a hurried nod.
]

Y-yes, I am! I came to sing too... if that's okay.
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-16 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
[The absence into thought and rushed nod of this girl reminds Maria a little of Hibiki and Kirika, and she can't help but smile at her as she says that. While music may not have the same power here as it can in her world, it has a power all its own that she can appreciate more than enough.]

I think they'd like that. Isn't that right? [She directs the question to the crowd of children, and most of them clap and cheer. There are still some who look a little downcast, though, and Maria's gaze lingers on them before she turns her head back to Freyja.]

I'd welcome it, as well. Your music might reach where mine couldn't.
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[personal profile] soothes 2016-11-16 06:06 am (UTC)(link)
[ Freyja chuckles nervously but her smiles never wavers as she approaches, hands folded in front of her as she approaches the group of children. It was good to see some doing better, laughing and cheering but her gaze also lingers on those that still seem downcast.

When Maria gaze turns on her, Freyja gives another bright smile and nod.
]

I think I might be able to help some. [ She could use the power her voice to heal them the best that she could. Hopefully it would be enough to help them. ] Everyone! You better be ready!

The stars and people and apples are all the same,
Made up of quanta, spores, and atoms flying round!


[ Even though she is a goddess now, she is still and idol at heart and it shows as she steps back since this song is accompanied by dance too. There's a power to her voice, a gentleness that expresses itself through the new power in her voice. It is not an immediate effect but slowly wounds begin to heal themselves not just on the children either but anyone that can hear her voice, offering some respite from the lingering pains.

She can't sing forever but she can do this much and steps closer, offering her hands to the children with a grin and gestures for them to come join her dancing.
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Once you fall in love, you can’t get enough!
Like the fizzing of soda, a rising updraft,
Put your palm over mine, let my warmth into you.
Dance, dance, join dance!
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-16 07:47 am (UTC)(link)
[Sitting back as the song begins, Maria can immediately feel something different about it, though what it is, she isn't entirely sure. So she listens more intently, letting the words and the warmth flow through her - the girl is an experienced performer, that much is clear - and as it goes on, she notices some of the more badly injured children becoming more active.

With a turn of the head, she sees abrasions fade slowly under the music, and her eyes widen a little at the sight of it. So music really can have that kind of power in a place like this, can it...?

The moment of thought is only a brief one, and as the healing children become more excitable and try to join the dance, Maria stands up to help with them. Without much apparent effort, she picks one up and twirls them around once, smiling as they laugh and a few of the other children crowd around her. With both of them helping, all of them can join in.

As she bends down to take hands and encourage movement, she murmurs quietly enough not to interrupt the song, and to eager agreement from the children.]
It's beautiful, isn't it, little ones?
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[personal profile] soothes 2016-11-18 08:52 pm (UTC)(link)
[ It is hard for the bright smile to leave Freyja's face as the children all begin to become more active under the influence of her voice's healing ability. So many at once will take its toll on her later, she knows but for now she just dances and spins happily with the ones that have joined her as the song finishes.

She misses the other members of Walküre being here with her but she knows they would be happy that their songs were still helping people even though they were all so far away from one another now. Everything has been so busy that she has not had much time to think about it (or rather, she has not allowed herself the chances to be sad) but now watching the children dance... Freyja is reminded of home and her promise.

Perhaps things would be fine until she was able to return. She could make this world smile too before taking on the galaxy and a war against her own home.

Crouching, she continues to smile at the children around her as they cheer and clap. Others happily agreeing with Maria's question and taking about twirling as they sing the two songs they had just learned.
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They'll be able to play and laugh now. I'm really happy...
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-19 11:36 am (UTC)(link)
[As the song ends, Maria joins the applause of the young children, and the sight of them singing and dancing themselves is enough to lift her spirits even after a hard and confusing morning. Even if the music itself was beautiful, it's just as stunning to see that kind of change in their health so quickly, and that's from someone who does believe in the power of song.

It's hard to curb her curiosity, though, and Maria considers what she knows of her situation for a few moments before she figures it can't hurt to ask.]


Was that a power you had in your own world, or one that came to you here? The strength of music is its own wonder, but the ills it heals normally aren't the physical ones.

[And something about powers was mentioned in what little explanation she got before being rushed out here. Maybe she can hope for something of her own - in the course of that thought, her fingers run momentarily over the string of her necklace, whatever's hanging off it hidden under her shirt.]

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[personal profile] galactically 2016-11-16 04:21 am (UTC)(link)
[Of all the victims in this current disaster, it's the children that Sheryl is admittedly worried about the most. Some of them have lost a loved one, most have been caught unwittingly through injuries and other near-death experiences. This worry permeates within her until it's led her straight towards this room, greeted by the cacophony of children singing along with a woman's voice.

Being a singer herself, Sheryl knows a professional when she hears one. Not a single off tune that she can detect.

It seems that she's been caught either way, leaning on a doorway with her arms folded across her bust, her expression thoughtful.]


Depends. Do you mean join in with the singing?

[She cants her head to one side, unfolding an arm to tuck a strand of her hair behind an ear.]
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-16 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
[There's a variety of things that drew Maria to the children's ward in particular, but there's an almost parental air to her concern as her gaze moves over the children at the end of the song. When she looks to Sheryl, though, there's a more determined note to her face, even if she still looks pleasant and welcoming along with it.]

If you'd like to, I wouldn't refuse it. It wouldn't be fair to only give them my music to lighten their hearts a bit. [That movement reminds Maria a little of herself, really, so there's a certain interest to the proposition. Hearing new songs is always something she enjoys, but a similiarity like that would make the differences more fascinating to hear.

Reaching her hand out towards a few of the more energetic children, she keeps her head turned towards Sheryl.]


But if you'd prefer to sing your own song than join in with us, I'm sure they'd enjoy that as well.
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[personal profile] galactically 2016-11-16 05:37 am (UTC)(link)
[The rather motherly air around Maria doesn't escape Sheryl's notice, evoking a subtle fondness to her expression as she casts her gaze towards the children. It's a little reminiscent of when she once interacted with the child shinki during her first day at Takamagahara, a day which she'll never forget.

This newcomer understands the power of song, that much she's 100% certain.

Pushing herself off the doorway, she casually strolls inside with a smile, hand on hip. If there's anything that catches her immediate interest, it's singing her own songs to a potential audience.]


Well then! Would you like to listen to it, my lovely boys and girls? My song, that is.
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-16 07:47 am (UTC)(link)
[Rather than answer herself, Maria turns towards the children - a few of them clap at the suggestion, others smile, and there's scattered enthusiastic calls for her to do it from others. Together, it accounts for nearly all of the gathered children, bar the handful who give more distant, trying smiles. From Maria's notice of them in particular, it seems she's been having trouble reaching all of the kids in the group.

In any case, at the largely ecstatic reaction, Maria gives a satisfied smile and turns properly back to Sheryl.]


I think we can call that a resounding "yes". I'll be honoured to hear your song as well.
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[personal profile] galactically 2016-11-16 08:44 pm (UTC)(link)
[Sheryl's eyes instantly light up at the sight of the children, her smile only growing more and more as she watches. Despite the troubling scenario, she's genuinely relieved at seeing some of them being able to smile, laugh, cheer, and clap in glee. This does it: she must give them one hell of a show.

Turning to glance at Maria, she gives her a determined look.]


In that case... [She pulls out a golden microphone from her purse, then grins at everyone in this room.] Everyone! Listen to my song!

[Sheryl positions herself, shifting her feet into elaborate dance moves that she's long since memorized from constant practicing. No matter where she goes, she's still a performer, making sure her voice is as top-notch as ever, too. Her song is very catchy, even the lyrics convey love. Though her power can't heal wounds, she at least tries to make sure the spirits of the children are uplifted during times of despair, their strength increasing bit by bit. Maybe she can make some of them dance!]

Darlin', come! I'll hold you, got it?
No you, no life, I'm really serious!
Need your heart and need your love
Oh, yes! Give me a sweet kiss!

Even if this love is false, just go!
You only get one shot, be happy!
No more chance! No rules!
I'll get you! Lalala, I'll give it all to you~
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-17 10:49 am (UTC)(link)
[Maria doesn't want to interrupt the music as it's happening, but when some of the children start to move and a few of the more active ones stand up to attempt dancing, she stands herself and walks over to the more injured ones. With careful movements, she helps them to their feet and with a hand for each of them, leads them around in a circle and back, then moves them into a slow twirl one after the other.

A few of the braver children move closer to Sheryl, one or two even trying to imitate her dance routine before giggling and moving away to watch again. Others hang further back, but are rapt with attention, and some link hands to dance together rather than alone.

The sight of it all brings another smile to Maria's face - this is the true beauty of music, the one she has to always keep in her heart. Even if some things are beyond its power, others are much more receptive to it.]

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[personal profile] imitated 2016-11-16 10:37 pm (UTC)(link)
I was just listening!

[ he peeks around a door, though he's stepping out a little more when eh sees the kids looking at him curiously. ]

It sounded really nice.
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-17 10:49 am (UTC)(link)
[Maria still seems satisfied with that, and gives a light smile at the compliment before turning to speak to the children.]

Did you hear that? He enjoyed your music too. [True, it was primarily her voice that would've carried, but it was a group effort. It would seem remiss not to recognise the kids.

Looking back to their visitor, Maria waves a hand in greeting.]
You're helping here as well, aren't you? It's going better than I expected with how fast we were sent here.
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[B: Cleaning]

[personal profile] partedwitheveryone 2016-11-17 05:49 pm (UTC)(link)
Huh? --Yeah, sure. Lead the way. [Yuri was heading in that direction anyway, mainly staying out of the way of the near shore people working on construction and instead focusing on picking up debris, but transportation is something he can manage no problem.]

[Especially once he notices the state some of the people Maria's with. His personal stance on injured people pushing themselves too hard is basically "only I'm allowed to do that". Just give him a second to adjust pace and insist on taking some of the load from the individuals having the most trouble, gruffly brushing off any thanks they might offer.]




[An FYI about Yuri's god ability, should you want to play around with it!]
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-18 12:14 pm (UTC)(link)
[With a relieved smile at the easy acceptance, Maria slows her pace for a moment to watch him take on part of the load and so everyone can catch up. Though she's obviously taken on a fairly hefty pile even for someone in good shape, her expression remains determined and upbeat despite the exertion.]

Thank you. I was worried for a moment they'd keep pushing themselves too far, but it's good to see so many people helping. Even if the call for it was a little unorthodox.

[Notes on shirts seems even stranger when taken with the idea that this is some heavenly mission, but Maria's been avoiding thinking too much about that for the moment.]
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late as fuuu please forgive me orz

[personal profile] partedwitheveryone 2016-12-08 05:48 pm (UTC)(link)
[Once he's loaded himself up to an extent just about equaling hers, he's matching pace and throwing a smile. It seems like they're all-around pretty like-minded in acting first and asking questions later.]

I'd be willing to bet most of these people call this place home. Can't blame them for wanting to help. As for us... you mean the notes?
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-12-09 11:28 am (UTC)(link)
[Giving him an appreciative look, Maria returns to the speed she'd been walking at before, undeterred by her heeled shoes. It's nice to see everyone come together like this, even if the situation is serious, and she has a bit of a fond air about her as she nods to that comment.]

It is good to have everyone pitching in, but they do still need to look after themselves as well. And yes, I meant the notes - it seems like a weird way to dispatch us on a mission like this.
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[personal profile] pure_radiantics 2016-11-24 02:56 am (UTC)(link)
[Kairi's not sure she has a great singing voice - it's not come up in her few hours here - but when she hears the song, she tries her best to hum along, until the attention is on her.]

Oh! Do you not mind? I'm sure I'm not as good a singer as you... As long as I'm not in the way!

[She tucks her hands at the base of her back as she waits for an answer.]

My name's Kairi, by the way.
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-25 11:36 am (UTC)(link)
[The uncertainty doesn't bother Maria, and she gives Kairi a warm smile at her answer.]

I'm sure none of us would mind. Right? [She directs the question to the gathered children, several of whom pipe up with encouragement to join in.

With her hands settled neatly in her lap, Maria gives a polite, but slightly formal bow of the head.]


Maria Cadenzavna Eve. It's good to meet another of the people here to help.
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[personal profile] pure_radiantics 2016-11-27 04:58 am (UTC)(link)
Thank you for having me, Miss Eve.

[She sits down amidst several of the children, almost feeling like she's back in school.]

There are all kinds of ways that we can help each other. Singing's hardly a bad one.

[Kairi smiles at the children, and several seem to nod in agreement to that as well. She decides to reach out and hold the hands of one child to each side, seeking their attention with her eyes.]

Okay, I'll try to follow your lead, since you know the song better than I do.
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-11-28 01:58 pm (UTC)(link)
[The children to either side seem quite happy to hold hands, and it's only more of an encouragement to Maria to see that they've regained that openness. When she came here this morning, it had been almost like a grey cloud had settled over the place and everyone in it.

With a more confident tilt to her mouth, Maria gives a firm nod.]


Right. Singing can heal wounds of the heart, even if it can't do so for wounds of the body. That's why I'm here.

[At the offer to lead the singing, Maria waits for the children to settle again before she opens her mouth and begins the same one again. It's slow enough to be easy to follow, the melody almost like that of a nursery rhyme.]

The apple floated in the sky.
The apple fell down to the ground.

The stars were born.
The songs were born...


[And so it goes. Maria's take on the vocals is quite invested, running deep with emotion and significance, that of an important song being put to use.]
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[personal profile] pure_radiantics 2016-12-01 06:36 pm (UTC)(link)
[Not being that astute at picking up new songs, Kairi mostly manages to catch the latter part of each line to sing along with.]

...floated in the sky.
...fell down to the ground.

...were born.
...were born...


[But she's glad to be there, since she does agree that there are kinds of things that make people feel better even if they don't heal physical wounds. It seems to be even more effective with children, she thinks, looking around at the smiling faces.]
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[personal profile] declamando 2016-12-02 09:39 am (UTC)(link)
[Maria runs through the song one more time after singing it through, since it's rather short even with the slow pacing and the children seem to be enjoying it. Even with Kairi only picking up the end of each line, Maria is as pleased with that as anything, and continues her focus on the music until they sing the last line once more and her face relaxes into a smile.

Just the smiles of the children as she looks over them do a lot to warm her heart.]


That was wonderful, all of you. [Looking over to Kairi specifically, she cocks her head a little.] Did you enjoy yourself as well? It's definitely a song to be sung together rather than alone.

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