EVENT MINGLE | Dreadhorses's Formal Ball

[thespaceopera]

Who: Anyone attending the Ball!
Broadcast: If you’d like.
Action: Orfwyn Dreadhorse’s personal asteroid
When: May 12th - 13th …. 14th if you really like to party.




Welcome to the biggest party of the season! Grab a date, dress up to the nines, and get ready to party the night away! In other words, it’s a mingle! Feel free to make a top level with any prompts or styles you prefer.


Arrival
There is one open point of access on this asteroid, through Mr. Dreadhorse’s personal docking station. Here, shuttles or ships can dock for the night. There are a couple of points of entry out of the dock and into the actual asteroid, all of them manned by guards who will ask for your invitation to the party, as well as make sure you’re appropriately dressed. Any weapons that can be spotted will be confiscated until you leave, or you will be asked to leave them on your ship. The security searches aren’t too invasive, so if a character has means to hide a weapon, they probably can do so successfully (unless you want them to fail, of course).

Anyone staying back on the ships or barred entry are free to explore the docking area, and they’ll find Mr. Dreadhorse was nice enough to stock the docking area with vending machines you’d find on a way-station and even a slushie machine (flavors come in red and blue).


Dance Hall
Once past the docking station, guests will be escorted through the entryway into the Dance Hall. The place itself is massive, with the place looking like a concert hall and a ballroom combined into one. There’s a stage at the front of the hall, where numerous live bands will play throughout the night. The genres of music vary widely so there’s something for everyone, but there’s one popular song that’ll get played by several bands throughout the night: a song about a band of heroes led by Furiosa, liberating an asteroid from pirates.

Mr. Dreadhorse himself will get on stage and introduce each band, with the same eccentric flair that a rockstar would. Interested passengers with musical talent might be even able to convince Mr. Dreadhorse to let them perform as substitutes for any bands that had to cancel last minute, though they’ll have to prove to him they actually know what they’re doing.

Concert enthusiasts can head to the seating in front of the stage to watch the performances up close. Or if you’re more in the dancing mood, there’s a huge dance floor further away. Don’t worry about not being to hear the music - this place was designed by best acoustics engineers in the system, featuring excellent surround sound and practically perfect coverage.


Food & Drink
What’s a party without refreshments? In a room off to the side of the Dance Hall, partygoers will find a couple of open bars, serving the finest drinks you can find in the system - both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The drinks are free, but at each bar, there’s a rather obvious tip jar sitting on the counter. If your character keeps returning to the bar without giving any tips, expect the bartenders to get more passive aggressive.

In another side room, there is a massive buffet of food set up. High quality foods from this system as well as the past couple of systems can be found, all cooked to perfection and placed in a beautiful presentation. Catering staff are constantly bustling about to ensure that the food is fresh, the trays remain full, and everyone is satisfied with the selection.

Between these two side rooms is another, bigger room that connects them, full of tables and places to sit if you’re looking to have a meal or a place to chat. The music can still be heard in this room, but it isn’t so loud that you have to shout to have a conversation. Waitstaff are available to make sure your needs are met, but otherwise, they will remain silent and politely stay off to the side and out of the way. They are all excellent at their jobs, and perhaps you’ll even find that your glass has been refilled before you can even make the request!


Live Entertainment
Looking for something to do besides music? Then head outside of Dance Hall and you’ll find lots of other entertainment options (as well as another open bar and a smaller buffet). There are bioluminescent gardens to walk through, and even a petting zoo full of local animals. Out in the gardens, there’s an outdoor performance stage where theater troupes will be performing different plays all night (including the fleet’s own troupe, who’ll be performing the play “Captain Bree and her Lady Pirates”).

Furthest away from the Dance Hall, you’ll find that Mr. Dreadhorse even has his own personal racetrack, where ATV races are being held throughout the night. Passengers may watch the races, or even take part of one themselves!


Private Spots
This is a crowded party, so it’s expected you might want some privacy. Thankfully, it’s possible for guests to sneak away to numerous nooks and corners all over the place: plenty of hallways, balconies overlooking the gardens, quiet outdoor areas... If you’re looking for somewhere extra private, there just so happens to be an entire wing of Mr. Dreadhorse’s mansion devoted to guest bedrooms. All of them are decorated in a way you’d expect a rock or heavy metal star to decorate a private getaway (circle beds, bold colors and prints, fuzzy stuff, etcetera). They’re free for the taking, but remember to lock the door- other partygoers might get the same idea you have.

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Looking to steal some stuff? The heist mingle can be found here! The heist itself ICly takes place late into the night and will not disrupt the party, so feel free to have your characters do as they like.

If you have any questions, feel free to direct them over to the OOC post.

Comments

Natasha Romanoff | OTA

[outstandingbalance]

[No one who sees Natasha at the formal could accuse her of not committing to the spirit of the event. She shows up in a slick suit and sky high heels, her hair, her makeup and jewelry embrace a punk rock aesthetic. It'd be easy to mistake her attention to detail for enthusiasm—but while Natasha enjoys putting together the persona, this effort this time is professional. She needs to fit in with the crowd. She needs a look that won't make her immediately identifiable if she's caught on security footage. If she seems like she's really into the scene, all the better?

She can be caught at the bars, staying hydrated and nursing the occasional vodka tonic, but most of her night is on the dance floor. She has a couple of boys who owe her dances, and she doesn't intend to let them get out of it.

She can also be found getting a little air and clearing her head on a balcony or in the garden. Especial for people who might need to trade information.]

garden

[uprightness]

[ few people put as much attention to details in those kinds of job as Natasha. He has to appreciate the different mindsets of the two leading women in his life. Peggy went for striking, standing out in the crowd, Nat blends in, as if she had lived here her whole life, used to commanding this space.

he follows her until she reaches the garden. tall, broad-shouldered, in a well tailor suit - so very different from her own choice for the evening. ]

hi.

[ she knows it's him before he even talks. he's gotten used to this. highly likely she knew it was him the whole time they were walking here. ]

You look good.

[ unlike her own self but good, still. ]

[outstandingbalance]

[Of course she knows it's him. Looking over her shoulder. But it's easier to relax when it's him behind her than almost anyone else.]

You too. You should dress up more often. You're good at it.

[She's only a little teasing, and only because it's true. Steve cleans up real nice.]

Though if you were looking for a dance, most people would have caught me in the dance hall.

[uprightness]

Maybe I'm not most people.

[ this is a good chance to catch not only a dance, but a conversation, too. they look so distinctly different, him and her but he offers her a hand anyway. ]

How's your evening going?

[outstandingbalance]

[Natasha takes his hand. Enough music makes is out here, they can figure something out. Besides, she knows why Steve is really here.]

So far? It's interesting, I'll give it that. Still taking in all of the sights.

[Meaning she's casing the place.]

You notice the wait coming in?

[Only one entrance.]

bar

[scanninggaydis]

[One of the times she makes her way to the bar, Felix catches sight of her. Overall, she blends in to the theme, but...she definitely doesn't just blend in. It's impressive.

Coming over to lean on the bar nearby, he cocks his head to the side a little, eyebrows slightly raised.]

You definitely took the theme seriously.

[Felix is a little....less. All the way around. Then again, his style always was presentable but understated.]

[outstandingbalance]

That was the idea. [She cracks half a smile, the expression a bit different with her uncharacteristically heavy makeup.] Do I look like I belong?

[scanninggaydis]

Perfectly.

[It's different from seeing her around the ship. But not bad.]

You look nice.

[Not so much flirtation as honest opinion.]

[outstandingbalance]

Thank you. I try. [Taken in the spirit it's meant. Natasha has assumed she's not exactly his type.]

How's your night going? Catching the sights?

[candothat]

[Chekov, dressed well enough but not strictly in keeping with the night's rockstar theme, runs across Natasha at one of the bars. He has a water in hand and a generally uneasy air about him.]

Natasha, hello. I nearly didn't recognize you.

[outstandingbalance]

Hopefully that's not a bad thing.

[It's exactly what Natasha was going for, but it would be nice not to alienate anyone along the way.]

Seemed like that kind of occasion.

[candothat]

Only if you are trying to be extremely recognizable.

What kind of occasion warrants being difficult to find? [A spying around a rockstar's asteroid for dirt on Atroma kind of occasion? He might not outright ask it, but he's not a sneaky or subtle person. The question is definitely implied.]

[outstandingbalance]

Maybe not difficult to find—more like blending in. At least as much as I can when I'm not orange.

[He might not be subtle, but she can be.]

When in Rome?

Bar

[all7seas]

'Scuse me, lad, but have you any idea what time we're supposed to slide ourselves out of here and rob Deadhorse blind?

[The suit is awesome, but Jack initially misjudges your gender, Natasha. He's kinda drunk, if that's any excuse.]

[outstandingbalance]

[The kinda drunk thing comes across. Natasha lifts her chin, her lips twitching.]

I'm not sure you should be sliding off anywhere but back to your ship. Doesn't sound like you're up to robbing anyone.

[all7seas]

[NOW he focuses more on her face. Blearily. And his eyes widen. Ohhh, this lad is gorgeous.


And not a lad. Lady. A lady wearing smashing trousers.]

Am too up to it! Just robbed that gent over there. [He jerks his head toward another guest at the bar before holding up something gold and dangly.] Pocketwatch.

[outstandingbalance]

[Trousers seemed a whole lot more practical than a skirt for spywork.]

Already. And a pocketwatch? [Natasha isn't interested in causing a scene, but people starting trouble before the real mission even starts could blow their cover real quick. Not exactly endearing.] Maybe you should wait for the real prize.

If you are sticking around.

dance floor

[reconstitution]

[ Of course they don't arrive together in the least, because this isn't a date, but he does owe her- both for the suit and an owed dance. He comes equipped in the fine number she left on his bed, which fit perfectly. His hair is already punk rock enough, so he opts for something different this time. There's a knife strapped to his leg, just in case. Depending on the heist, he may not need it.

Despite the disguise, it's easy enough to spot Natasha on the floor. The way she carriers herself and moves gives her away. They've been sparring enough recently that it's a dead giveaway. ]

This isn't what I was expecting. I thought there'd be more fire.

[outstandingbalance]

[Natasha raises an eyebrow at that, not even trying to disguise a smirk. He looks every bit as good in the suit as she expected. And while he might not exactly blend into the crowd, neither of them can entirely, it's just what she was looking for.]

The night's still young. [She says, her voice light and dry.] Have to have something to build up to.

[She tilts her head.] You look good.

[reconstitution]

[ It's hard for him to blend into a crowd when he's not trying to be discrete. The suit doesn't really help things all that much, though it should tonight. When the party is in full swing will be the best opportunity. ]

I have a feeling they've not even begun with the bells and whistles.

I had some help. [ He nods in thanks, an eyebrow going up. ] You didn't need any at all. Wow.

[outstandingbalance]

[She smiles, somehow managing not to crack the heavy makeup around her eyes. It's not her normal style, but that doesn't mean she doesn't have experience.]

I'll take that as a sign I accomplished what I meant to. [She taps one toe. The heels she's in are tall—sky high, and more comfortable than they look, but still not the best for infiltration. She leans in a little, dropping her voice to a playful whisper.] It's not really your style though, is it?

[spacebro]

[Mon-El heads up to the the bar right next to Natasha and catches the bartender's eye.] Two club sodas, please.

[As he waits he gives a little nod to the person next to him before his eyes open wider, realizing it is someone he knows.] Natasha. Hey. [He's not embarrassed, you're embarrassed!]

[outstandingbalance]

[Natasha doesn't do embarrassed. And she's not starting now. Her chin comes up and she snorts softly, the chuckle mostly in her eyes.]

Mon-El. Nice jacket—it suits you.

[spacebro]

[Then it must be him afterall.] Thank you. You too. Having fun?

[outstandingbalance]

I seem to be. [Habitually evasive, not quite committing to an answer.] I've been dancing. And drinking. Can't complain too much about that?