ℳℴℯ Journal --- 01

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

Th-Th-This is...

{She looks terrified at first--it's the classic image of a scared heroine: hands clutched to the chest and mouth, large wibbling eyes...
But that doesn't last long at all. Instead, her eyes become filled with joy and admiration.}

...Wonderful!!! I'm on the Lysithea?! Oh, no, no, it's not quite Voices of a Distant Star. This is more Macross or Crest of the Stars, definitely! Oh, I could even make a Lafiel costume! Ohohoho, that would be a lovely costume, but the white dress would be so much prettier than the uniform...

{She rolls up the piece of paper she was holding, slapping it against her hand}

This is a perfect setting for a wonderful drama! Just think of it, the sight of brave battles as young men all compete in a heated love of their countries and ideals! Oh, there would be tragedy, drama, and perhaps even a love triangle! Yes, the main character is torn between his childhood friend, still residing on Earth (and who is actually a long lost princess!!) and the strong and independent female soldier that he works with! But nothing like Fllay, of course, since that really just is indecent for that kind of time slot. Yes, yes, it's a wonderful idea! I absolutely must tell Kyouya-sama about the appeal of war uniforms and elaborate mechs! Haruhi-kun would have to be the noble and kind-hearted protagonist, of course, but we'll see how everything could work out!

...

But wait, where is "home" anyways? That store was definitely sending off the dark and mysterious type of shop like Yuuko-sama's! But the door is gone too? Yuuko-sama, if this is your shop, I didn't mean to intrude!! I really must get home to Ouran right away, and I don't have a wish.

{But then, seeing you (yes, you) she points her rolled up magazine at you enthusiastically}

Ah, you'll do! You're no Yuuko-sama, but you know the way out, right? Ah, and have you ever considered cosplay...? I think I know a role that would be good for you! ♥

Comments

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

Thank you, Tamaki-san! I was so excited by the stars that I didn't even feel the cold! Ohohoho, you could say I became hot-blooded for the sake of what this place could offer!

{But yeah, it's cold. So she holds the coat closer}

But we absolutely must have an event here! At the very least, a photoshoot! This setting would be very popular with whimsical guests, or a smaller niche to appeal to science-fiction fanatics!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Unfortunately we can't bring people from home here who haven't all ready found this place. It's not so terrible though, there are lots of interesting people here to meet. They even have aliens! That sounds perfect for what you have planned.

Does Renge-kun enjoy science fiction?

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

Yes, it's nothing short of wonderful! I could eat three bowls of rice of this!!

{look I used it IT'S SO AWKWARD}

But science-fiction isn't my personal favorite. But it's very popular! I just prefer shoujo and otome media!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

[I love it, okay?]

Science-fiction does seem like a very fun genre to cosplay. It combines costumes and exploration and adventure and the unknown!

Does Renge-kun have any recommendations for cosplay ideas involving shoujo and otome media?

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

Well, it's mostly what you've been doing already! Costumes that appeal to the soft, feminine ideals of romance! The Bakumatsu era, European knights, kings and princes, things like that! The Host Club already has a very good grasp on such things. But branching out would give a taste of the exotic and offer customers the chance to branch out of their usual interests!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Branching out is always a great idea. We appreciate any input or ideas you can offer as our manager.

I've been considering an idea that utilizes Arthurian legend. I see myself as Gawain, Kyouya wants to be Mordred. I want to Kyouya and I to learn to fence so we might reenact the battle between brothers, forced to defend opposing sides for the crown. I recommended the Hitachiins for the role of Tristan and Iseult. The story of forbidden love which cannot be denied should appeal to their fanbase. Haruhi would make a super cute Percival. Raised in the wilderness, ignorant of society and courts, he is dazzled by the valour of knights and seeks to join their ranks. I'm still not convinced of which roles would fit Honey-sempai and Mori-sempai. What are your thoughts, Renge-kun?

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

{Nods} Hm, hm! That sounds very good. You're missing the most important character, of course, with Arthur and Lancelot...But wouldn't those be good roles for Honey-sempai and Mori-sempai? Arthur was known to always look very young and boyish! Honey-sempai doesn't fit the part perfectly, but I think exaggerating it slightly to make the role cuter, like tweaking the costume to have the crest be a rabbit, it would be well enough. Mori-sempai is Lancelot either way, since he looks the part the best!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

That's perfect! I almost cast them as Lancelot and Gallahad. I thought the father/son roles would appeal to their clients, but you're right, we can not have an Arthurian cosplay without Arthur.

As always, your talents as a manager have benefited the club immensely!

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

As always, thank you! But there's also the possibility of merely letting the customers guess who is who, as well. Then perhaps offer a prize to the first one that guesses it? Kyouya-sama may not want to allow a "free" session with a host of their choice as a prize, but I think that would be a good motivation! Or even a chivalrous display of affection would do!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

A chivalrous display of affection. How fun and noble! It's almost like we ourselves will be winning a prize as well, being granted such an honour by the winning princess.

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

But you're not allowed to give hints, Tamaki-san!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

You think I would cheat?

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

Maybe not cheat, but I'm just reminding you!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Ah, I see. Thank you as always for the reminder.

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

I only want Tamaki-sempai to be the very best host he can be!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Oh. That's okay then, it's always good to find ways to improve oneself and Renge-kun is sure to be an honest critic.

[a pause and then a genuine smile]

Thank you, Renge-kun!

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

{awww, cute! She smiles back}

You're welcome, Tamaki-sempai!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Would you like a tour? There's a lot of fun things scattered all over, and I still haven't finished exploring just yet.

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

I would love one! It'll be a great chance to see this place. Oh, and you have to tell me about some of the people you've met!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

Of course, there's so many interesting people found here I wouldn't know where to start!

[he offers his arm for her to take]

There are even aliens here!

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

{She takes it happily}

Really? What are they like, these aliens?!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

They don't look very different from us, I was very surprised by that. Some of them can change the way they look, one called the Doctor was telling me that there are all different versions of him here, some of whom have different faces, too.

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

His name is just "Doctor?" That's weird, isn't it? I guess it's an alien thing, but even so!

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

I guess it is weird. I was hoping his name might be something more exotic at least.

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

We just have to learn more about these alien cultures! Maybe it's a translation of his native language!