Chapter 3

[hideous-soul.livejournal.com]

{There is a man in a mask outside the ballroom. Who is it? Well, if you've met Dorian before, hopefully his voice is recognizable enough. Either way, he will charm you into bed. I mean what?

If you're passing by or are drawn by the ballroom being lit up and apparently decorated, then he's going to speak to you!}

Ah, good evening...You're not quite in costume, but it seems the previous host has already accounted for such an occasion. I'm hosting a small ball in the style of Venetian Carnival, if you don't know from my own attire.

{He gives a bow if you're a dude, and takes your hand if you are a lady. If you are other, well shit I don't know.}

Won't you join us? You'll find as many masks and costumes as you'd like in the room to the side, and I've done my best to imitate the feel of Venice, minus the canals, of course. There is extravagance from around the world, so at the very least, you will find interest in my collections.

I also quite apologize for the lack of music, but it really is rather troublesome to attempt to arrange a small orchestra from the residents here. If you have talent with instruments or with the voice, I'd be glad to temporarily hire you. But that's really besides the point, isn't it? There are plenty of good friends and better wine inside.

Come, let's go inside.

((ooc: somehow, I'm always the one doing party posts. :|a how odd.
Anyways, Masquerade Time! Dorian has decorated the ballroom lavishly, though he didn't do it himself. How did it happen? Magic, that's how. You can find masks at this site, though you're welcome to look anywhere else! Whether you want to go lavish with costumes or just have a simple mask, it's fine!

Threadhopping is encouraged! Tag other people and have fun. ♥))

Comments

tag in this thread if you want to keep talking to Dorian

[hideous-soul.livejournal.com]

[realitymods]

[The Twins can't help dressing up so they have to stop by to say hi.]

Do you want music~? We could help, we could help!

[miseardae.livejournal.com]

[returns the bow with a faint smile] It's been too long since I've truly enjoyed a party.

[ex_fatalist246]

[Definitely not dressed for the occasion]

Did you decorate the ballroom?

[elegantthestars.livejournal.com]

Mmm, how incredibly charming.

[she approaches with a smile, bowing easily and giving Dorian a discreet look-over]

It's always pleasant to have a party, don't you think?

[collector]

What lovely wine we've all been treated to. You have quite a talent for throwing parties, Mister...?

[savagestime.livejournal.com]

[The Master elects for something in black (http://i39.tinypic.com/fva5v4.jpg), because what can he say? He has a weakness, and black is it.]

Oh, it has been some time since we've had one of these, hasn't it? I was beginning to think we'd lost the party spirit.

[madamemoiselle.livejournal.com]

{costume! (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2489/3774885494_0e29e9a932.jpg)}

My, you look quite dashing. Black is fitting, isn't it?

[salvagestime.livejournal.com]

[Amused, tilting his head.] You and black, honestly. There are other colours, you know.

[shatteredqueen.livejournal.com]

Harry, you look utterly smashing.

[miseardae.livejournal.com]

[the Doctor, meanwhile, is in both black and white (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronimarin/2248995051/)]

Oh, that would have been a shame.

[charmandsmiles.livejournal.com]

[Nine, who is dressed like this (http://community.livejournal.com/realityshifted/587695.html?thread=80221615#t80221615), is blatantly giving you the Silent Treatment, Master, and not-so-subtly watching you from a distance. :|]

[madamemoiselle.livejournal.com]

{Diva is wearing white! (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2489/3774885494_0e29e9a932.jpg) How ironic.}

Ne, normally it would be a little bit of a faux pas to throw the same kind of party again, but with as lovely as this one is, I think I can forgive it.

[shatteredqueen.livejournal.com]

['sup, Diva! I'm too lazy to find a link to a costume so 'tever]

You look lovely, Diva. That seems occasion enough to throw a party, don't you think?

[virginaesthetic.livejournal.com]

[Haruhi is already looking over the costumes and everything.]

Ah, everything is so elaborate... But if the Host Club comes here, I'll probably have to dress up anyway. Maybe if I pick something simple before they see...

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

{Renge, of course, is already dressed and ready to go (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2741/4388009677_48616c1ff7_o.jpg)}

Haruh~i-kun~! It's so wonderful to see you here! It's not really our party, of course, but don't you think that man at the door gave off such a charming, mysterious air? He really is lovely, and the mask only makes it better! I'll definitely have to suggest that kind of thing to Kyouya-sama, since it would definitely be popular!

But!

That's not why I'm here!

Haruhi-kun, I've already picked you out a wonderful dandy's costume! Ignore anything Tamaki-senpai might suggest, this really is the only one!

[hostclubmoekko.livejournal.com]

{Renge is also in full costume! (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2741/4388009677_48616c1ff7_o.jpg) Largely because I can't stop looking at them.}

Ohoho~! What a lovely, charming little party! It definitely has the feel of Carnevale! It's just like in Amano-sensei's ARIA! Ahh, Venice--the city of cosplay festival!

[dritte-tochter.livejournal.com]

[and cut mock horror at your outfit, Renge]

Aaaah! A demon, desu!

[artiscordis.livejournal.com]

[Argentine chooses a simple mask (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marco_diquattro/2244775739/) and is dressed not as a butler but rather in his usual, default clothes. They're Hikari made, so they're more than good enough.

But he is his usual self and leans against a pillar, mostly to watch the beauty of this.]

[ex_fatalist246]

[Why are you in a mask, creation]

Argentine.

[Satoshi will lurk beside you.]

[boob-window.livejournal.com]

{Peej isn't going to go for a full mask (or the grey wig), but with this dress (http://www.flickr.com/photos/72213316@N00/4556401553/), it's not like you couldn't tell who it is. She's checking out the dress with a smile}

It's not often that I get to wear nice things like this. The last time was with Vartox, but...God, that definitely doesn't count.

[grand-gaia.livejournal.com]

[Though he's found a lovely mask (http://www.yourfantasycostume.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/volto_stick.jpg), all the elaborate costumes are a bit beyond Isaac. He's trying, at any rate.]

[harlequinades.livejournal.com]

[Harley is sporting her famous harlequin outfit because really she's a Gotham villain and they are always dressed for the occasion. She does decide to play along and grabs a mask (http://www.flickr.com/photos/15998539@N06/2250527092/in/pool-661749@N23) to go with her outfit. She's already got some wine and stretches, walking through.] I was gettin' so cramped in that cell! I thought I was gonna go crazy or something! Hey, ain't anyone gonna ask a lady like me to dance? [She siiiiighs.] If only Mister J were here, we could find each other through the crowd, ooooh.

[collector]

[Braxiatel's selection is a bit like the outfit on the left because quite frankly, I cannot resist a costume that has mirrors in the design.]

I do love a good party. Now where is the champagne...?

[Braxiatel wonders off in a quest for the house's best drinks, because it's canonical that this is where you'll find Brax at any given party.]

[heartscastaside.livejournal.com]

{Caster has been encouraged to participate (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4383235692_7232431089.jpg) by Brax, but she's just rather awkwardly checking various things out. She has no idea what Carnevale even is. But seeing Brax, she hurries over}

Ma--Braxiatel, is it really...good that I be here?

[lamb_of_gold]

A distraction like this is certainly welcome.

[Simple seems the best solution, here.]

[charmandsmiles.livejournal.com]

[Nine's idea of a costume? Is changing the colour of his jumper, I kid you not. It's mauve this time, which some might recognise as the colour for danger. He is wearing a mask (http://www.masksofvenice.co.uk/Colombina_Drago_Leather_Half_Mask.htm), though (note that the red has been changed to mauve so he can match his jumper :|).]

Good to know I'm not the only bloke here this time. That was a bit embarrassing.

[miseardae.livejournal.com]

[the Doctor, in full costume (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronimarin/2248995051/) himself, is shaking his head at you]

Bit harder to tell, really. For most of us.

[brandyhabit.livejournal.com]

[and Benny upon trying to enter the party was swooped away by a mysterious stranger wearing the outfit on the left (http://i43.tinypic.com/4ropau.jpg). When she reenters the party she is wearing the outfit on the right (http://i43.tinypic.com/4ropau.jpg) searching for her assailant and possibly champagne. Or wine. Or brandy. Or something]

Yes. Now usually at these things, shouldn't there be someone walking around with trays of drinks? No? Right.

[and as is canonical when Benny is...anywhere, she goes off in search of alcohol]

[collector]

[Guess who is by the champagne?]

Ahh, Benny, I knew you'd look wonderful in it. [He holds out a glass to her] Try not to traumatize anyone from more reserved times or places, won't you? We don't want any fainting spells at this nice man's party.

[realitymods]

[You may notice two people sitting off to the side, seeming content to watch everyone. They tap their feet on the ground as they watch. They won't speak unless spoken to but considering the costumes and their height, it might be easy to guess who is under there.]

[hostclubdaddy.livejournal.com]

[and Tamaki approaches in the costume on the right (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FfVf0AjTN9M/SrM0LAmH58I/AAAAAAAAFTQ/UycGLSdqsek/s1600-h/Aut_4402.jpg). He smiles, bowing a bit so he's at their level]

Hmm. I wonder who these mystery guests might be. Your costumes are very nice. The contrast and similarity is very appealing.

[he rises back up to a full stand] But aren't you lonely sitting by yourself?