Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

You're in deep space and leaving the Kelenfold system. The adventure begins here.
User avatar
GM Yuusha
Posts: 1384
Joined: Fri Oct 29, 2021 11:09 am

Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by GM Yuusha » Mon Dec 27, 2021 9:42 pm

(Open to all. This is an optional large get together. You can join this thread or make another in the same area to enjoy the party. The blackjack tables are only open in the LE.)

In one of the largest storage rooms, one that was usually fairly empty, a great effort had gone into preparing a party. As you glided in there was an open space directly ahead for dancing, in front of a small stage pushed up against the far wall. There were large speakers on the walls. On the left were a trio of card tables and some sort of score board, as well as a large digital clock with a bright red display. Blackjack was being played across all three tables, with willing participants being given twenty chips in a small bag and told to earn as many as possible in thirty minutes. On the other side of the large room were a few more tables. However, there were covered in a clear tarp, with numerous sippy bottles underneath. A few white signs on the edge of the table indicated the drinks in that section. Wine, punch, apple juice, mineral water and everyone's favourite beer. It'd be weird to sip that, but better than it flying across the room. There were also a few chairs... including some somehow stuck to the wall and the ceiling. Hang out areas?

As the doors opened, a few people inside not manning one of the tables began to wander over to the stage. They were a small woman in a nurse's outfit, a taller man in a beige trench coat in some bizarre old style, and a much taller woman in a tight soccer uniform. It looked like there would be an announcement soon to officially kick things off.
GM • Likes ferrets • Experienced • Join my party!
Languages: English

User avatar
Ezmeralda
Posts: 398
Joined: Sun Oct 31, 2021 9:14 pm

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Ezmeralda » Mon Dec 27, 2021 11:32 pm

"We doing more gambling, boss? Or that deal with the captain do you for a while?" Sierra asked as the formation of bunny-girls floated into the room.

"It is fine," the pink one said with a sigh, "Like she said we are thematically appropriate for tonight at least."

Foxtrot smirked, "So blackjack it is?"

Image
Obsidian Angels Lance Commander [*] Lieutenant [*] Callsign: Easy
Fame: 2.1 | Infamy: 0.0 |Rank: 2.5
Lancemates: Sierra | Tango | Foxtrot

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 12:03 am

Yori was floating above one of the tables, asking a confused looking dealer a series of questions.

"Am I permitted to count cards?"
"Well, uh strictly..."
"I ask because some venues will expel you if you do, will you attempt to expel me if you believe I am counting?"
"That's umm, I mean we're just here to have fu-"
"I do not gamble to have fun, Private Leery. I do not possess an addiction to gambling. I gamble to acquire more currency."
The dealer runs a hand through his hair
"Uh, yeah, sure Lieutenant. We'll just get started after the announcements are made."
"Acceptable, also I have seen you deal."
She floats closer
"You are a weak dealer in zero-G, statistically I possess several advantages at this table and am therefore looking forward to winning on it."
The put upon man can only nod and sigh.

((Feel free to approach but ping me if you do!))
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Klaus von Zinzer
Posts: 280
Joined: Wed Dec 08, 2021 1:44 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Klaus von Zinzer » Tue Dec 28, 2021 12:40 am

"I must say that I am shocked. Absolutely shocked" Klaus' tone is grave. He is immaculately dressed in a fresh suit, even sharper and stiffer then his usual dress. "That there is gambling going on here."

He slides into a chair. "And that I have not been dealt in yet." His tone remains as stern as before but there is a gleam in his good eye.
Noble | Non-combatant | Strategist | Game Player | Lyran and Proud of It
Fame: 3.0 | Rank: 3.5 | Infamy: 0
Speaks: English, German

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 1:35 am

A bang and the clattering of glass heralded the arrival of Mei, pushing a large plastic crate packed full of wine bottles into the room.

“This is going to be great, I hope everyone is thirsty.”

She kicked off the doorframe towards the refreshments area.

“And hungry, I made everyone a fruitcake. I hope you all like it, it’s important to eat something if you want to keep your energy up.” She said gleefully.


(Please feel free to approach, if you don't I may come find you.)
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:11 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 1:35 am
Snip
"Sergeant Zhou, allow me to express my gratitude at your thoughtfulness. I did not bake anyone a fruitcake, I have not in years, not since...the incident."

Cocking her head and floating over from the table
"Did you prepare it yourself? I understand you are an enthusiastic cook."
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:18 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:11 am
"Sergeant Zhou, allow me to express my gratitude at your thoughtfulness. I did not bake anyone a fruitcake, I have not in years, not since...the incident."

Cocking her head and floating over from the table
"Did you prepare it yourself? I understand you are an enthusiastic cook."
Mei beamed at the question and offered a bow.

"Thank you Lieutenant, yes I did make it last night. Please have some!" She pulled the plastic film off of the plate partway, a knife was tucked under the cake. "I hope you like it, I've been teaching myself to cook for a while now but you are never done learning. I enjoy baking the most. Can i offer you a drink?" She reached for a bottle of wine and a corkscrew.
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:27 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:18 am

Mei beamed at the question and offered a bow.

"Thank you Lieutenant, yes I did make it last night. Please have some!" She pulled the plastic film off of the plate partway, a knife was tucked under the cake. "I hope you like it, I've been teaching myself to cook for a while now but you are never done learning. I enjoy baking the most. Can i offer you a drink?" She reached for a bottle of wine and a corkscrew.
"Hmmm, just a half glass please. I need to remain mostly sober until the gambling has finished. Then I will likely drink heavily."
Yori grabs the knife and daintily cuts herself a slice before nibbling it with a raised eyebrow.

"How interesting, I have not experienced these flavours or textures from a fruitcake before."
Continuing to chew mechanically
"Yes, this is very different. Would you say this is a good tasting cake?"
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:32 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:27 am
"Hmmm, just a half glass please. I need to remain mostly sober until the gambling has finished. Then I will likely drink heavily."
Yori grabs the knife and daintily cuts herself a slice before nibbling it with a raised eyebrow.

"How interesting, I have not experienced these flavours or textures from a fruitcake before."
Continuing to chew mechanically
"Yes, this is very different. Would you say this is a good tasting cake?"
Mei seemed oblivious to any dislike of the cake.

"The secret is the pickled prunes, they add a tartness that helps balance all the sugar from the tomato and cherries. Things taste weird in space so I put a whole pound of them in." She said confidently, cutting herself a slice. "But it isn't fair for the cook to say if something is good or bad, i leave that to the eaters to decide."
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:37 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:32 am

Mei seemed oblivious to any dislike of the cake.

"The secret is the pickled prunes, they add a tartness that helps balance all the sugar from the tomato and cherries. Things taste weird in space so I put a whole pound of them in." She said confidently, cutting herself a slice. "But it isn't fair for the cook to say if something is good or bad, i leave that to the eaters to decide."
"Ah, that explains the strong taste of pickled prune."
Yori finishes her slice and bows her head

"Thank you for your cake, I appreciate the spirit in which it was offered. As this is a celebration I will not express my feelings regarding the taste of the cake and instead ask you some questions about your personal interests to demonstrate my ability to feel empathy."
Clearing her throat
"Have you always enjoyed cooking? When did you start? What is your favourite dish? Do you feed your lancemates often?"
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:44 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:37 am
"Ah, that explains the strong taste of pickled prune."
Yori finishes her slice and bows her head

"Thank you for your cake, I appreciate the spirit in which it was offered. As this is a celebration I will not express my feelings regarding the taste of the cake and instead ask you some questions about your personal interests to demonstrate my ability to feel empathy."
Clearing her throat
"Have you always enjoyed cooking? When did you start? What is your favourite dish? Do you feed your lancemates often?"
She looked momentarily stunned but the barrage of questions but the awkward sidestep regarding the taste did not go unnoticed.

"Thank you. Well I started teaching myself maybe two years ago, shortly after I joined the Starlit Knights. Our cook kept a strict schedule regarding when he prepared food so I had to do it myself a lot of the time late at night. My lancemates are really picky eaters but they always seem eager to eat my chicken soup which makes it my favorite thing to cook. What about you, do you cook much? I love your outfit by the way."
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:52 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:44 am

She looked momentarily stunned but the barrage of questions but the awkward sidestep regarding the taste did not go unnoticed.

"Thank you. Well I started teaching myself maybe two years ago, shortly after I joined the Starlit Knights. Our cook kept a strict schedule regarding when he prepared food so I had to do it myself a lot of the time late at night. My lancemates are really picky eaters but they always seem eager to eat my chicken soup which makes it my favorite thing to cook. What about you, do you cook much? I love your outfit by the way."
"I see, it sprang from necessity as many habits do. I hope you continue to refine your talents, it is a useful skill."
Yori takes a small sip of wine, and looks like she's reminding herself to blink every few moments.

"I do not cook. My family provides itself on military service so most of its members have food provided to them while on duty. I am concerned I would not be a good cook, it appears to involve understanding what others like to taste."

The comment about her outfit leads to Yori making eye contact, long painful unblinking eye contact as if she's expecting some kind of punchline or 'psyche!' when it doesn't come she bows her head slightly.

"Thank you, I procured the pieces over a number of years with an eye towards authenticity. I am no anthropologist so I cannot verify that it is truly appropriate, but it is the best I can do. Well, except for my underclothes which are more modern. I judged that a reasonable trade-off."

There's a pause then she reminds herself of the correct etiquette.
"I also like your outfit, can I ask what you have come dressed as?"
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:05 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 2:52 am
Snip
Sheepishly she said. "umm, well, I didn't really get that it was a costume party until after I had dressed.....and I didn't think the "costumes" I had would be appropriate but I guess I was wrong." She glanced at the bunnies. "So I just wore the nicest, most practical thing I could find with the help of a few others."

She twilled a bit to show off her dress.

"I wanted something nice but that wouldn't be too compromising in zero-g, this is my first zero-g party so it was a stressful decision." She smiled and sipped her wine. "Have you ever been to a zero-g party?"

Image
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:12 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:05 am

Sheepishly she said. "umm, well, I didn't really get that it was a costume party until after I had dressed.....and I didn't think the "costumes" I had would be appropriate but I guess I was wrong." She glanced at the bunnies. "So I just wore the nicest, most practical thing I could find with the help of a few others."

She twilled a bit to show off her dress.

"I wanted something nice but that wouldn't be too compromising in zero-g, this is my first zero-g party so it was a stressful decision." She smiled and sipped her wine. "Have you ever been to a zero-g party?"

Image
"Ah, I had the opposite problem. I had no sexy costumes. I judged them a waste of my limited storage space which could be better used by my fish."

Observing every inch of Mei's dress intently
"I believe it is appropriate, it is not immodest but also displays your physical attributes to your advantage."
Cocking her head
"I have fired upon one zero-g party and been begrudgingly invited to four more. I do not find them overly stressful, the lack of gravity greatly expands the range of possible actions I might take should combat erupt. Since the second party and words from a staff sergeant I have decided to avoid wearing skirts or dresses in zero-g whenever possible."
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Aleksandr Korolov
Posts: 259
Joined: Sun Nov 28, 2021 11:44 pm

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Aleksandr Korolov » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:17 am

Alek had cleaned up a bit for the party itself. He trimmed up his hair and beard, put on his best clothes and floated into the room ready to mingle and have a good time.

The giant floated first to the refreshments and grabbed a bottle of wine. He undid the cup letting the liquid float out in a bubble and swam toward it sucking it all up in one long drink sighing contentedly as he finished and grabbed another pushing out into the party to have a good time.

Image
----------------
Please quote/pm on approach!
Last edited by Aleksandr Korolov on Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:35 am, edited 1 time in total.
Obsidian Angels Lance Commander: Tempest Lance | Master Sergeant | Callsign: Fist | Big Man | Boxer | Lyran | Prosthetic Right Arm
Fame: 1.8 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.5
Lancemates: Hammer | Whip | Nado
Languages: English, Russian

Bio

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:28 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:12 am
Mei smiled as she listened and snorted a little at the reprimand for wearing a skirt.

"Exactly my dilemma today, you can't give people a free show." She said with a wink. "You have a pet fish in your room? That's so cute what kind of fish is it? That's such a smart idea, fish don't take up much space at all."
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:42 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:28 am

Mei smiled as she listened and snorted a little at the reprimand for wearing a skirt.

"Exactly my dilemma today, you can't give people a free show." She said with a wink. "You have a pet fish in your room? That's so cute what kind of fish is it? That's such a smart idea, fish don't take up much space at all."
"A free...show."
Yori stares at Mei for a moment
"Oh, I understand. Yes, I was told I should charge for that kind of thing. But when I inquired as to amounts I was told to knock it off. I have just tried to avoid it altogether to simplify things."

Now, the talk of fish actually gets an emotional response, Yori even almost smiles. Or maybe it's just just a muscle in her cheek dying.
"I have two, Thomson and Thompson. They are purebred koi from the imperial stock on Luthien. One is black with a white spot, the other white with a black spot. They cost several months income. I do not regret the purchase. I have always liked fish, they require little from me and rarely judge."

Pulling herself out of happy fish memories
"If you wish to purchase fish for yourself I took extensive notes before settling on mine and would be happy to share."
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:52 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:42 am
"Two is a good choice, that way one doesn't get lonely while you are gone. The color choice is interesting, does Kuritan culture use the Yin-Yang? A tank for two koi must take up a lot of space in your room."
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

User avatar
Yori Hakamada
Posts: 708
Joined: Tue Dec 14, 2021 12:06 am

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Yori Hakamada » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:56 am

Mei-Ling Zhou wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:52 am

"Two is a good choice, that way one doesn't get lonely while you are gone. The color choice is interesting, does Kuritan culture use the Yin-Yang? A tank for two koi must take up a lot of space in your room."
"We do, so it is a small piece of home."
Yori finishes off her wine.
"I do not require much, I rarely share the room and I travel light. The space is best spent on the fish I think."
The very slightest of frowns.

"Sergeant, you are from the Capellan Confederation. Do you miss certain aspects of your home culture?"
Mechwarrior| Callsign: Apprentice | From the Combine | Bad Reputation - Worse Social Skills | Senior Lieutenant | Strategist
Rank 3.5 | Infamy 1 | Fame 1.1
The rest of the lance.
Image

User avatar
Mei-Ling Zhou
Posts: 1119
Joined: Sat Nov 13, 2021 8:34 pm
Location: West Coast, USA

Re: Fancy dress & Gambling (Pregame 1 LE Storage)

Post by Mei-Ling Zhou » Tue Dec 28, 2021 4:01 am

Yori Hakamada wrote:
Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:56 am
"We do, so it is a small piece of home."
Yori finishes off her wine.
"I do not require much, I rarely share the room and I travel light. The space is best spent on the fish I think."
The very slightest of frowns.

"Sergeant, you are from the Capellan Confederation. Do you miss certain aspects of your home culture?"
"Mostly the food but it really isn't as bad as people think." She had been expecting the question to come at some point during the night. "It's worse than most places but far from what most people think. It's like having really really strict parents that you never grow away from. Unless you leave like me but I did that for experience not as an escape. I do look forward to going home at some point I'm just not sure I will live there forever, I'm starting to think I will end up on Solaris.

What about you, do you miss the Combine?" She offered to refill Yori's glass, with both hands as is proper.
Mechwarrior | Sergeant | Callsign: Goo | Night Owl | Bad Cook | Flirty | Left Leg Prosthesis
Fame: 2.3 | Infamy: 0.0 | Rank: 2.0
Languages: Mandarin, English, Russian, Japanese
Lancemates: Pickle | Turtle | Hoops
Bio
PM for a thread ;)

Post Reply