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Mafuyu and Aerith have hatched a plan to give Braphine's Chosen some time to relax and have fun together! And just in the nick of time...

Date and Location

Afternoon of Monday, October tth into October 8th
The Aquarium within the Office District

The sway of water

It's a normal morning for anyone who's managing to sleep a standard schedule- up until a mass text goes out, that is. Everyone will find the same thing from either Mafuyu or Aerith's username:

... Simple enough. And should you choose to attend, both your hostesses will be pleased to see you once it's time to head over.

As they said, the aquarium is largely empty save for the group, and it's definitely worth it. A serene song plays overhead while attendants give tours or explanations as needed. The variety of aquatic life is surprisingly vast as well, and spacious halls give way to plenty of opportunity to explore.

Come nightfall, certain rooms dim the lights but the tanks stay lit- or black lit as darker enclosures like the jellyfish hall and the octopus tanks remain- and only a few staff remain to keep an eye on things- so... stay on your best behavior. The two restaurants stay open- a regular fast food joint with kitschy island cabana theming, and a much more upscale lounge where Aerith plans on corralling the adults for fun this evening.

Once it's time for the age groups to split, Aerith will lead the adults to a pleasant lounge with more tanks, large couches or more private tables, and a view overlooking one of the main rooms of the aquarium- wave to the kids if they're there! Or don't. Bouquets of flowers are placed around the room, and it looks like Aerith has a few ideas already, though she won't stop anyone from going out to review the different sections again.

Contrasting Mafuyu, who is content to let the fellow teens do whatever- though if they do congregate, she's not really the social sort and will simply be content to enjoy the vibes. Even if you just want to take a nap somewhere, there's plenty of dark secluded areas to do so.

Out of character!

This log is for an ic sleepover hosted at the aquarium! All characters are invited but attendance is not mandatory. That said, there are still staff members ready to boot any troublemakers out. We wanted to keep the types of displays vague to give everyone creative freedom, and characters are welcome to flit about between groups as they desire, be it to check in or to to snoop or whatever. As discussed with the mods, this does count as an open event and can be used for rewards. Thank you all for your interest!

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Never have I ever been able to taste food.

[ Thanks Aaron for inspiring this- ]

[He'll sip, but first:]

Sunrise...no...!

[He almost says "not you too" but he doesn't want to raise questions toward Mafuyu.]

...I am sorry I cannot enjoy your sandwiches properly, but I was happy that you made them with lots of texture.

You don't have to apologize, it's not your fault. I just feel bad!

[Not being able to taste would be agony for him.]

Still, I'm glad you liked the texture. I'll keep doing it too if you want more. Just say the word.

Thank you.

[ A small smile from Sunrise. ]

I hope Mr. Richard gets to taste your cooking too.

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supherb - 2024-10-08 03:50 (UTC) - Expand

cleansewithfire - 2024-10-08 10:37 (UTC) - Expand

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[Drinks because he does enjoy the taste of food tyvm... but also what.]

Damn. You can still smell it though, right?

I can. I can also still feel them, so I like food with interesting textures.

[At least she isn't devoid of the entire experience, but still.]

Got any favorites? I mean, you must've tried a bunch of new stuff here that you didn't have at home.

Me, realising I missed this notif somehow

cleansewithfire - 2024-10-17 20:39 (UTC) - Expand

omg... relatable tho

imperiosity - 2024-10-20 20:07 (UTC) - Expand

[Yeah, that's another full sip BUT ALSO--]

You can't taste it at all?

[She doesn't sound confused; Mafuyu has talked to her about this, but...still. It sounds sad.]

Can you experience it through other ways, or...?

I can still smell good food... And I like food that is crunchy or has interesting textures.

Oh! That makes complete sense.

[Sayaka notes this down for her future cooking endeavors.]

So you experience it mostly through smell and texture...I take it you must be fond of chips and things like that?

cleansewithfire - 2024-10-08 06:45 (UTC) - Expand

destage - 2024-10-09 19:58 (UTC) - Expand

cleansewithfire - 2024-10-12 20:58 (UTC) - Expand

Heh. That reminds me... I thought you might come, so I brought these just in case.

[He slides over some spicy potato chips to Sunrise.]

They even have a warning label, see?

[Anyway!!! He takes a sip.]

[ !!! ]

Thank you, Atem.

[ She will open this pack and try some! And true enough she doesn't seem fazed by the spice. ]

You're welcome.

[He rests his head in his hand.]

You chose a good one. I think almost everyone will have to take a drink.

cleansewithfire - 2024-10-08 04:02 (UTC) - Expand

[ Chug! ]

Is it because of your body?

That is correct. Ms. Velvet said it is likely my taste buds do not work at all.

Hmm...

[ If he had his magic (if he were better at magic) he would give her a false sense of taste, but— ]

You must be able to feel texture though, right? Do you have a favorite mouthfeel?

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speedingticket - 2024-10-08 16:27 (UTC) - Expand

...Oh. I had no idea...

[ THIS IS THE MOST SHOCKING ONE OF THE NIGHT-

Though he thinks back to something else, remembering a group outing. ]

Not even the most spiciest food...?

I cannot taste it, but I can still feel the spiciness.

[ Which is why she drowned the poor food in enough hot sauce that would probably kill lesser men. ]