prismaticaooc | ▶ ARRIVAL .002

QUICK LINKS ⬤ navigation ⬤ faq ⬤ world ⬤ moonblessings

"Dead Or Alive - In Too Deep" (Watch on YouTube)

In respect and reverence to the season's yield, the annual Harvest Boon is in full bloom as the festival paints the city of Lunatia with vibrant life and color. The lush plant life of the metropolis blossoms with bright flowers and cascading petals on the city’s inhabitants. The ground smells like fresh rain, the weather is comfortably warm, and the crystalline structures around the city possess a luminous shimmer that marks the start of a season intimately tied to Lunatia’s history and culture.

News broadcasts report on the arrival of more Moonblessed as well as the upcoming appearance of Queen Elara, who will be offering her annual blessings to encourage the continued growth and prosperity of their land. There will also be a grand parade to welcome the Queen and celebrate the historical reformation efforts of the Prismals after the calamity that destroyed the city two hundred years ago. The Queen will be performing an ancient sacred dance called “The Encircling of the Three Moons” or simply referred to as “The Encircling.” The ritual was last performed thirty years ago, so the whole city is waiting for it with bated breath.

▶ Harvest Moon Simulator
DAY 1-2 | top

The parade route will stretch all the way from Level 1 to Level 3. All those not participating should be mindful of incoming traffic and crowds. The city’s shrines in Level 3 are expected to be heavily populated with locals giving votive offerings to receive blessings from the three moons. Some bring baskets of fruit and vegetables while others bring pottery, jewelry, and other gem-encrusted valuables. The shrines are handing out silver chain bracelets. A small prismatic stone hangs from it and shines in hues of purple, blue, and red. To inform the Moonblessed about their tradition, the Prismals tell them to wear it for the ensuing days and not to take it off under any circumstances. If you ask them why they simply reply: it’s for your own protection.

A ⬤ As it’s the season for the harvest, the Prismals will encourage any Moonblessed they see to join them in planting new trees and maintaining the city plantlife. Anyone who agrees will be handed necessary gardening equipment and seeds. Notable are the special Meas seeds, which are seeds are said to produce beautiful, ornate trees that grant a wish to those who nurture them together. The locals claim that sharing these wishes will increase the likelihood of the wish becoming a reality.

Any Moonblessed who help will be rewarded with a pot of a luminous bonsai tree of their choosing, perfect for decorating their new apartment rooms with.

B ⬤ Shrine maidens are recruiting dancers and musicians to aid them for the Queen’s welcome parade. Holographic posters for the auditions are plastered all over areas near shrines. This year’s theme is an elaborate tale featuring an interpretative dance of the blessed Euphemia flower being grown and cultivated by a dragon. Half the participants will be fitted with a flowing dress and a flower crown while the other half will be wearing an ornate dragon head and a scaly unitard. Be prepared to move the audience, especially the Queen. They say she has high standards!

C ⬤ Another audition is being held for the tournament display in the Elaran Amphitheater. Capable fighters are encouraged to take part in exhibition matches as these symbolic fights are retellings of Lunatia’s history. The finalists that make it after the elimination round will represent the Moon Knights during the Lunatia’s historical battle to protect the city from chaos. Black-winged mechanical beasts will be brought in to play the role of the physical manifestations of the wrathful god Basti. Weaponry and armor will be provided. All participants need to give their all in these matches to inspire pride and hope.

▶ You Spin Me Right Round, Baby, Right Round
DAY 3-4 | top

The sound of royal horns and the cheering of the people signal the official arrival of Queen Elara. The welcome parade follows suit with all the Prismals dressed up in stunning garments, either handing out flower crowns or sticking Orclev flowers onto the lapels of parade goers. This flower grows tiny, harmless hooks when you add pressure to its petals — no pesky pins required! Just watch out for the Prismal kids that like sticking them on people’s butts.

A harmony of brass, woodwinds and percussion play throughout the city streets as acrobats with batons, ribbons, and pompoms take to the streets, surrounding the large holographic and high-tech parade floats. Sideshow performers and lively personalities are also set to perform, including the earlier chosen performers and the tournament finalists once again in their costumes. Make sure to smile for the crowd and be nice when they ask for selfies or autographs!

A ⬤ The white lunar blossoms being sold along the streets are popular among the locals. These blossoms are this season’s popular gifts as they are said to change color according to the true feelings of the recipient. Locals form long lines, giggling about their secret crush, saying this may be their chance to finally learn about their heart’s desires. 💚💛

Hover for alt. text. To force picture emoji into pure text to show the font color, follow this example: 💗︎💓︎💞︎💕︎💟︎💘︎💜︎💙︎💖︎
💗💓💞💕💟💘💜💙💖
💗︎ = Lust/Romantic Love 💓︎ = Annoyance 💞︎ = Friendship
💕︎ = Envy 💟︎ = Curiosity/Interested 💘︎ = Crush
💜︎ = Neutral 💙︎ = Hatred 💖︎ = Pure/Familial Love

B ⬤ In a quieter alleyway, there is a marionette show reenacting the royal family’s historically first Encircling. No one else seems to be around to watch, but the show is free... The wooden puppets appear a little too lifelike, seemingly reacting to any presence with almost too keen an interest. Later in the show, some of their heads spin all the way around, then slow down as if to lock their empty gazes onto you, while others giggle unnervingly and coax you into joining. Had enough? A peep behind the curtains reveals nothing but a puppetmaster’s empty chair. A chill runs down your spine...

Try and destroy the jeering mannequins and they will immediately put themselves back together and laugh at your pedestrian efforts to thwart them. Complete destruction of the marionettes is the only way to stop them, but is it worth the effort? You’re free to run; they won’t follow too far. Ask the locals about this and you will only be met with confusion. It seems they don’t appreciate the frightening thought in the middle of a joyous occasion, so it may be best to keep it to yourself for now.

At the end of the procession, Queen Elara will take center stage in Lunatia Square to deliver her speech:

Queen Elara

I deeply appreciate all of those present here for gathering today under the blessed moons of Prismatica. To the Moonblessed, I am Queen Elara. While I do not rule over the planet as my ancestors did in times past, I still care deeply for my home and wish to see it prosper. Tonight, I will dance with all my heart and spirit for this purpose.

There is much we do not understand about the many mysterious phenomena that come with your arrival, but I take this opportunity to say that no matter what happens, you are valued guests and free to make our home yours. All that we humbly ask is for your assistance while our illustrious minds find a way to repay you for your time. Come what may, we the Prismals will do our part.

Thank you and I pray for your continued support and success through whatever may come in the future. May the light of the moons bring unity and prosperity to all!

Once the speech is over, Queen Elara will fade into the background to rest and prepare for tonight’s performance. She will return to Lunatia Square just before midnight to perform the most awaited Encircling — a ritual done to rotate the city and its mechanisms to face the three moons, and a task that only the royal family is capable of. Armed with a magical flame in one hand and a sword in the other, she reenacts both halves of the monumental battle between Basti, the dragon god of calamity, and the Moon Knights of Lunatia. Each graceful step and twirl of this mystical dance sets all city levels into motion as if the entire metropolis is responding to the beat of the rhythm.

A few elders remark that Lunatia would creak as it slowly made a clumsy half circle in the past few Encirclings, but the city has certainly never moved this smoothly before. Could it be the work of the Moonblessed and their chroma?

The whirring of machinery, the glittering of Caelus Tower, and the chanting of the audience blend into a mesmerizing song of magic, technology, and the Prismals’ unwavering spirit. After fluid transitions between Basti’s frenetic movements and the Moon Knight’s acrobatic stunts, Elara raises her sword, leaps into the air, and lunges toward the dragon god—-

The sky is pitch black. Queen Elara’s voice cuts through the din, each word echoing through what seems the entirety of the planet.

“I call upon the benedictions of the moons! Banish that which threatens us! Bring your shining light upon this city and let us flourish!”

Eventually, in the darkness of the night, all three moons shine on the people of Lunatia, briefly an overlapping opalescent white before becoming a maelstrom of red, blue and purple clouds.

By the end of the dance, Lunatia’s position has changed. For the first time in two hundred years, the city has made a full rotation. Everyone goes silent and fall into prayer.

▶ Just like Animals-mals
DAY 4 | top

If you listened to the Prismals earlier and kept wearing your protective bracelet, then the moons’ effects will be dulled. Otherwise, you’ll find yourself suddenly growing anxious and gasping for breath. So for those who didn’t bother visiting the shrines or who chucked the bracelets away, you will be subjected to the full effects of your moonblessing.

While all three moons are in the sky, their influence is thrice amplified, causing a high uptick in erratic behavior as well as uncontrollable transformations. Beware the Moonblessed that are acting more feral than usual.

A ⬤ By keeping the protective bracelet, you and your loved ones will be spared from the influence of the moons. However, if your transformation progressed too far before putting the bracelet on, then it will be too late and the bracelet will have no effect. Will you wait out the storm or help those who are affected? Maybe you’re the one who needs help? Since every moonblessing is unique and unpredictable, it’s difficult to tell what will happen next. It may be best to gather your friends and keep an eye on them.

B ⬤ A group of ruffian Prismals from the Lightless has taken advantage of the occasion and has broken into Level 3 while their moonblessings are active. These ruffians are capable of turning into huge, three-headed cerberus monsters known for their peerless physical strength. Their fangs are capable of snapping the necks of their unfortunate victims. They will be attacking anyone indiscriminately to cause disturbance and chaos, aiming for those who are the most vulnerable. The Moon Knights’s response is quick, but they will appreciate any extra aid to apprehend these criminals before they escape the city.

All moon effects last a few hours until the moons separate and fall back into their regular orbits.

Reminders:

For this event, we’re experimenting with something different! Instead of playing in this post, players may use the prompts in this post to make their own posts and logs for the event.
This post will serve as an event directory. Players may place their starters in their top-level comments and link to their posts for others to tag them there.
No RPing will take place on this post.
For linking with ease, we’ve provided a customizable template below.
▶ PROMPTS A. B. C. Add as many prompts as you like! ▶ REDIRECT <a href=URL>Reply here.</a>

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

▶ PROMPTS
▶ PLANTING )
( It was likely Genji who had visited the shrines first, with Zenyatta in tow and wonderful conversation at hand— and he had returned with the dainty silver bracelet for Angela and explained its protection as best he could, and she had smiled with a sweet little "thank you, Genji" and vowed not to take it off. It seemed like a silly little suspicion, but it was beautiful and it was something of a gift, and he'd been kind enough to think of her. So it sparkles in the sun when she's kneeling on a pad in the soil beside a friendly (or no), familiar (or no) face, hands already stained by the rich, dark earth and lined underneath her nails. Gloves? Pah! How do you give a plant your love if not with touch?

Touch is a universal language. Everyone knows what a comfort it is to be held, and squeezes a hand that slips into theirs when they need it, stranger or no. So maybe that's why she's close enough for her shoulder to brush her new partners as she offers up a sunny smile, already a bit pink at bared shoulders from being out in the sun. Someone should likely tell her she's getting a burn, sooner rather than later. )

What do you think they'll look like when they've grown? There's so much plant life around here, I can't quite choose which they could be.

( Or perhaps, after a bit of planting, her stomach gives a terribly un-ladylike grumble and they decide it's time for lunch— it just so happens there's a wonderful little cafe nearby serving up the most delectable-smelling baked goods and crepes. )

▶ DANCING )
( The shrines had sounded beautiful and she decides to go have a look for herself, which of course meant she was surrounded in audition posters for a dance— "Moonblessed welcome!", share their culture, once in a lifetime, so on and so forth (isn't this an annual festival? well, suppose they're just excited for the Moonblessed to join in). Perhaps she's bringing someone along with her who needed a bracelet of their own, or perhaps she just happens to stop by someone else looking at a poster, and offers them a playful little smile. )

Can't hurt to audition, I suppose. It looks to be quite a beautiful festival already, hmm? Though a partner to practice with would be nice.

( Or later, find Angela in one of the borrowed petal dresses, practicing the dances shown to her in a fluttering display of something resembling grace, staying aloft on the balls of her feet with ease but certainly no ballerina. She has a lean core but well-muscled legs, and anything like getting up onto her toes would be an absolute disaster. Still, she moves well, and doesn't seem to realize she's being watched for some time. She's found a nice flowering tree along the edges of the Groves to practice beneath, beside a little brook, occasionally stopping to project a video from her device and look over the steps once more.

There are a few places that require things like "running away from a dragon", "getting swept up by the partner", or leaping into the arms of someone else for a finale. It's recreating a story, but their background part is only loosely influenced by it, it seems. It has a more romantic leaning than slaying a beast. They're all things she can't quite work on without someone else around! )

▶ FESTIVAL )
( Angela's already in the presented costume as one of the chosen performers, flowers trailing from loose gold waves and rear end and dress skirts covered in those little flower pins, somewhat adding to the costume in a way. Someone's gone as far as to streak pink and purple pastels in her hair to match the wisteria falls decorating her, but there's still time before the performance to enjoy the festivities and find her friends for photos, a delicate pearlescent drawstring bag dangling off her wrist with some of those little flowers purchased. Anyone want to trade? )

💗💓💞💕💟💘💜💙💖

▶ HEALING )
( Angela's offered her help to the network at large, for any who may need it— she will run when called or leap in to intervene if she comes across someone off the deep end, whether in violence or lust or however it may come. She will at the very least try to reach out and contact someone they may know to ensure they're looked after until the moons separate and fade once more, and sit with them in the meantime— a calming presence and an easy touch could be the difference between a mauling and regret, or a chance to work down to something resembling calm in someone's trusted hands. They needn't be her own. She can coach people through breathing or offer easy companionship and contact if it takes the edge off, so give a holler, a yowl, a moan, you know. Whatever works. She's here to assist. (Feel free to contact me to work out specific goals / contacting a third party below!) )

▶ HURTING (AND HORNY??? YIKES) )
( Eventually, in some scuffle or another, Angela loses her bracelet. To those who have seen her before, the spots and the ears and the tail are all familiar, but her antlers have grown larger, and if the last time wasn't bad enough, now there's electricity crackling here and there when she rests against something metal, leaving her startling away. God forbid she touches anyone that has metal on them or as a part of them— the last thing she wants to do is hurt them, hurt anyone, but the protective desire to make it up to them combined with the heat leaving her arousal smearing down her thighs ensures she'll do anything to make it up to them.

She's a trembling mess, flushed and panting and eyes blown dark as she tries to find somewhere quiet to tuck herself until this is all over, trying not to sink her hands down between her legs because that would decidedly not keep them still. Stumble into the same side street at your own risk, or give a girl a hand. She's especially loving. )

▶ REDIRECT
Reply here.

Edited 2019-04-26 20:35 (UTC)

▶ ARRIVAL .002

angela "mercy" ziegler | overwatch | ota/come for my life