May the Best of your Todays be the Worst of your Tomorrows

[thespaceopera]

The morning of the final day of the year - called Last Eve - brings with it a soft, gentle chorus of bells. No matter what town or city you've found yourself in, the tradition is the same: a simple scale plays every hour throughout the day - a melodic, slow countdown to all the festivities to come tonight. People - especially children! - run through the streets ringing hand-held bells of their own, all in the name of good luck and best wishes for the upcoming year. Don't want to wait for the night to start the party? Don't worry! There's plenty to do all day long, too!


A ringing melody in the wind

You thought the festivals throughout the month were extravagant? Well, they're nothing compared to the parades today! Marching bands, performers, and dance crews show off routines they've been preparing for months, candy flies through the air for all of the parade-goers to catch and keep... The floats are elaborate and grand, with humongous shapes in bright colors. A lot of heart, soul, and expert craftsmanship went into these, and it shows. Some parades have set themes, others are just a representation of the towns that give them and what they've put together to share with everyone... but all of them are full of love, joy, and good luck wishes for the upcoming year. Maybe you're part of the parade - riding on a float, tossing out candy, singing or playing an instrument... or maybe you're just there to watch! No matter which way, it's going to be a good time.

The waters may be too cold to swim in, but that's why boats exist! Once the sun goes down, the natural glow of the water is even more breathtaking set against the black, starry skies -- and local tradition is to spend Last Eve out on the water in some way! From rowboats, paddle boats, and sailboats to motorized party boats with loudly blasting music and flashing lights, or huge luxury liners with all the fancy trimmings of fine dining and entertainment -- no matter what kind of boat you want, you're going to have a great time ringing in the new year on the water. Get your party boat on! Or, spend a romantic evening with your loved one on a crewed private charter! Or, row out on your own and meet up with other rowers. Bring snacks~ and a life vest - safety first!

The best part, though, isn't Last Eve... it's First Dawn. Once it gets closer and closer to midnight, and the bells begin to chime louder, and faster, and more jubilant... that's when the real light show begins.


Light up the skies!

Almost every inch of the night sky is covered in bright lights and brilliant hues as fireworks soar through the black. The breathtaking display reflects in the glowing waters, which seem to mimic all the colors back like a visual echo. And with the backdrop of the bells' song, this is how the new year comes to Libuscha IV.

So - Happy Last Eve, and Happy First Dawn. Enjoy your holiday, dear Fleet. ♥

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(( This post is a mingle for all of your New Year / Last Eve / First Dawn Celebration needs. Go forth and have fun! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us. o7

And on a final note: Happy New Year, Drift Fleet. ♥! Thank you for spending your RP time with us. We're absolutely convinced that you're all the best players out there, and we love you for coming on this journey with us. May the next year be full of fun, happiness, and of course, some shenanigans~ ))

Comments

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Really? What happened this time?

Were you a part of the team? What about when you're time travelling?

[sassy_assassin]

Oliver and I were never so serious that I understood or asked about his finances. Life happens. And I wouldn't say I was part of his team... more of an independent contractor a bit. And I have my own team now.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

And that's me being nosy and needing way more information than normal people usually need.

[He waves off his own neurosis]

Who was on your team?

[sassy_assassin]

Some you might know, some you might not. The Atom, Heatwave... honestly, we don't use codenames like we used to.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Heatwave, that's an interesting choice.

Don't use codenames hey? I suppose jumping back and forth through time might lessen the need for them I suppose.

Is this why you're so frustrated by mine?

[sassy_assassin]

He's an ass. But he's started trying to do the right thing so I guess it works out.

And I wouldn't say frustrated. You have to understand, when all of this started, it was just me and Ollie in masks. Everyone who's come around after that just hasn't been a mystery.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Well, that's good, I've always thought rehabilitation works better in the long run than constant incarceration.

Meanwhile, I'm used to other's identities not being a mystery to me but mine remaining secret. Even in the Justice League, it was a while before Batman let anyone know who he was. Green Lantern actually thought he was a vampire at one point.

I believe you said you'd tell me about The League of Assassins and your ex when we met up? [He may be misremembering that conversation on purpose. He's a little shit.]

[sassy_assassin]

Did I? That doesn't sound like me.

What do you want to know?

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Sure? cause you promised to spill all your secrets, wildest dreams and secret techniques I'm absolutely sure of it.

[Kid has a damn good poker face but the ridiculousness of the line gives him away]

How did you end up dating Nyssa Al Ghul of all people?

[sassy_assassin]

Dang, you got me.

[ she takes a drink of... idk a flask? what did she bring out here.... ]

She saved my life. Clichéed, I know, but that's what happened.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

[It was a flask <3 and Tim will do the same with his drink in his thermas]

Better than if she was trying to kill you. Is that how you met or just how you started dating?

[sassy_assassin]

How we met.

I was stranded on an island for two years... that's an entirely different story. Anyway, she rescued me from the island and took me back to Nanda Parbat. The dating just happened... Ra's wasn't thrilled.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

[Tim laughs]

Of course, Ra's wasn't thrilled. Did he try to scare you off? Did he send ninja?

but wow Nanda Parbat, do you get to learn anything there? cause remind me to spar with you someday if that's the case.

[sassy_assassin]

You could say I learned a thing or two. I even got a new name.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

I'd like to and I seem to be making a habit of it. Sparring that is, and loosing actually.

What was your new name?

[sassy_assassin]

Ta-er al-Sahfer. Canary.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Hence your eventual code name Black Canary? or White Canary? whichever you prefer?

If you were dating an Al Ghul and were at Nanda Parbat, did you actually work for the League?

[sassy_assassin]

It was a difficult situation to be in.

And I didn't want to be a victim anymore.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Wasn't implying it wasn't. Just poking for more details where I'm not wanted. [He shrugs only looking slightly apologetic] It's what I do?

Well, now you're a time travelling demon hunter so I would say, mission accomplished?

[sassy_assassin]

You ask for extra homework at school, don't you?

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

High school drop out actually, I wasn't very good at attending classes or actually finishing my homework. Then things got complicated and I just never ended up going back?

[sassy_assassin]

How's that work for your day job?

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

Currently, I'm the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company so I would say I'm not doing too bad. [He smirks, like a smart arse]

[sassy_assassin]

What? You're twelve.

[permanentlyexhaustedbird]

I'm seventeen! [Like that's a huge difference]