Susato Mikotoba 🌸 御琴羽 寿沙都 (![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
judicialassistant) wrote in ![[community profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/community.png)
songerein2022-12-04 02:01 pm
judicialassistant) wrote in songerein2022-12-04 02:01 pm
[10] baby... kurisumasu daze 🎄
Who: Anyone!
Which: Open mingle log
Where: The Wild Harvest in the Residential District.
What: The holidays are here! This is a place where dreamwalkers can retreat during the month of December (and beyond) for a quiet, festive experience away from the crowds.
Warnings: None?/TBD (Gumdrops are in season.)
The Wild Harvest has been open almost a year now, welcoming patrons from all walks of life with unique dishes every month inspired by both Eastern and Western Earth culture—sometimes beyond. This month, the coming holidays have made the atmosphere homey and warm, simmering with excitement around every corner; and while it is never overwhelming, it is clear to anyone who observes that Christmas is here.
I. Deck the Halls
a.) Along with usual vines of yellow, brightly lit moon-shaped fruit strewn about, there are ornaments with holes in them hung around the restaurant and garden. Some have been decorated by staff; others have small critters taking residence inside for a quick snooze, from young snakes to noodle dragons. Try not to disturb them too much if they're asleep!
Aside from the small critters, the mistletoe gumdrops are also back in season. They are still a menace, and these creatures also fit inside these ornaments: red, white, and pink alike, so be careful! What you might find may not be so harmless.
b.) A small station has been set up for those who wish to decorate their own ornaments to take home or hang in the restaurant. There is a variety of material including paint, flowers, markers, crayons, and glitter along with colorful paper where patrons can draw, write a message, a Christmas wish—anything they want! If they are able to flag down Susato, they can even learn how to fold origami (her specialty is cranes). There is popcorn for making garlands (or for eating), as well as colorful tinsel that can be looped around the Christmas tree or around banisters and door frames to add to the festive atmosphere.
Patrons are also invited to craft their own Christmas star and personalize it however they wish with all the decorations, bells, and whistles.
The staff will do their best to keep the area tidy, but make sure to clean up after yourselves where you can! (Susato would appreciate it...)
c.) While the search for the perfect star is ongoing, patrons may notice the top of their Christmas tree remain notably bare throughout the month. Most of the time, this will be true, but take another glimpse during a quiet moment when it isn't too crowded, and you may catch the rare sight of something pink in its place.
Meet the newest cat addition to the Wild Harvest family. She doesn't have a name yet, but she has wings, and evidently is not afraid to use them. She looks pretty comfortable, with her weight tilting the top of the tree as she sleeps. She's not a star, but who's going to be the one to tell her?
Not any of the staff, apparently. Or maybe they just haven't noticed...?
II. The Garden
Maybe you're already tired of Christmas, and you just want a quiet meal away from the holiday buzz. Walk out into the attached garden to enjoy your food and you'll find a variety of things to see aside from what's going into your food. There are certainly enough critters walking and crawling around that one might get the sense they're being watched.
There are signs that say something like: Be Mindful of Snakes.
a.) Rows of crops and various ingredients can be seen growing. Yellows and reds from various peppers and fruits burst into color against a sea of green and call for your attention. Wait long enough and you may see a garden snake or two lurking in the foliage. Some may even be brave enough to come out and greet you, with a few of the bolder ones demanding pets. They're relatively friendly, as long as you're not up to anything mischievous. Otherwise they'll start hissing at you, or get the attention of the staff.
The soothing sound of a small waterfall also fills the air, flowing into a pond nearby. Lotus blossoms float above its surface, glowing faintly after dark; though whether they are from the plant or the lotus koi fish swimming about will not be immediately obvious. The fish and the snakes both can be fed by asking a staff member.
b.) Speaking of feeding—if you're sitting down to enjoy your meal, you may feel the gentle brush of a cat or two against your leg, begging for food. You may also be visited by a spice or garnish noodle dragon, looking to live up to their names and add a little something extra to your meal; or a curious axoturtle that may nip playfully at your long hair, if you have it. Or your hat—if you happen to be huddled up or lying down somewhere on a vacant bench, and have your head low enough.
Or maybe it's your blanket as it trails onto the floor, if you have neither of those. Honestly—
c.) "To those who have left Songerein, but are not forgotten." Between two ponds in the garden is a Remembrance wall. On this wall and amidst the grass and dirt at your feet, you'll notice several star-shaped stepping stones, each one adorned with the name of someone who has left the dream world. This was started by the staff, but in light of the holiday season, they have opened it up for anyone to write the name of someone they wish to honour upon a star, and hang it on the wall with the rest. (You can also etch the name onto the star using dreamotion.)
III. Sing your heart out!
Back inside the restaurant near the bar, a small stage has been set up with speakers and a microphone for the occasional live performance. Karaoke is also welcome, so feel free to take the floor (or bully someone onto it)! Sing whatever song or tune your heart can dream up.
Just be careful not to let the alcohol take you too far. Become too drunk and disorderly and you may find yourself sinking into the shadows and back outside before you know it, with no idea how you got there...... Hmmm. (Did this place have a bouncer the last time you checked?)
[ OOC: This is a mingle log to showcase all the various updates to the Harvest we've implemented over the past year. Feel free to top level, tag around, and/or wild card it up! Happy holidays ♡ ]
Which: Open mingle log
Where: The Wild Harvest in the Residential District.
What: The holidays are here! This is a place where dreamwalkers can retreat during the month of December (and beyond) for a quiet, festive experience away from the crowds.
Warnings: None?/TBD (Gumdrops are in season.)
The Wild Harvest has been open almost a year now, welcoming patrons from all walks of life with unique dishes every month inspired by both Eastern and Western Earth culture—sometimes beyond. This month, the coming holidays have made the atmosphere homey and warm, simmering with excitement around every corner; and while it is never overwhelming, it is clear to anyone who observes that Christmas is here.
I. Deck the Halls
a.) Along with usual vines of yellow, brightly lit moon-shaped fruit strewn about, there are ornaments with holes in them hung around the restaurant and garden. Some have been decorated by staff; others have small critters taking residence inside for a quick snooze, from young snakes to noodle dragons. Try not to disturb them too much if they're asleep!Aside from the small critters, the mistletoe gumdrops are also back in season. They are still a menace, and these creatures also fit inside these ornaments: red, white, and pink alike, so be careful! What you might find may not be so harmless.
b.) A small station has been set up for those who wish to decorate their own ornaments to take home or hang in the restaurant. There is a variety of material including paint, flowers, markers, crayons, and glitter along with colorful paper where patrons can draw, write a message, a Christmas wish—anything they want! If they are able to flag down Susato, they can even learn how to fold origami (her specialty is cranes). There is popcorn for making garlands (or for eating), as well as colorful tinsel that can be looped around the Christmas tree or around banisters and door frames to add to the festive atmosphere.
Patrons are also invited to craft their own Christmas star and personalize it however they wish with all the decorations, bells, and whistles.
The staff will do their best to keep the area tidy, but make sure to clean up after yourselves where you can! (Susato would appreciate it...)
» BONUS: Reach for the Stars! Patrons will be encouraged to enter their star in a special contest as part of the Harvest's special quest to find the perfect star. The patron whose star has the most votes will have the honour of placing it atop the Harvest's Christmas tree on Christmas Eve. Entries can be submitted with a picture or short description here. Please vote for your favorites with a +1 comment! (Think Flower Fest/King & Queen.)
c.) While the search for the perfect star is ongoing, patrons may notice the top of their Christmas tree remain notably bare throughout the month. Most of the time, this will be true, but take another glimpse during a quiet moment when it isn't too crowded, and you may catch the rare sight of something pink in its place.Meet the newest cat addition to the Wild Harvest family. She doesn't have a name yet, but she has wings, and evidently is not afraid to use them. She looks pretty comfortable, with her weight tilting the top of the tree as she sleeps. She's not a star, but who's going to be the one to tell her?
Not any of the staff, apparently. Or maybe they just haven't noticed...?
II. The Garden
Maybe you're already tired of Christmas, and you just want a quiet meal away from the holiday buzz. Walk out into the attached garden to enjoy your food and you'll find a variety of things to see aside from what's going into your food. There are certainly enough critters walking and crawling around that one might get the sense they're being watched.
There are signs that say something like: Be Mindful of Snakes.
a.) Rows of crops and various ingredients can be seen growing. Yellows and reds from various peppers and fruits burst into color against a sea of green and call for your attention. Wait long enough and you may see a garden snake or two lurking in the foliage. Some may even be brave enough to come out and greet you, with a few of the bolder ones demanding pets. They're relatively friendly, as long as you're not up to anything mischievous. Otherwise they'll start hissing at you, or get the attention of the staff.
The soothing sound of a small waterfall also fills the air, flowing into a pond nearby. Lotus blossoms float above its surface, glowing faintly after dark; though whether they are from the plant or the lotus koi fish swimming about will not be immediately obvious. The fish and the snakes both can be fed by asking a staff member.
b.) Speaking of feeding—if you're sitting down to enjoy your meal, you may feel the gentle brush of a cat or two against your leg, begging for food. You may also be visited by a spice or garnish noodle dragon, looking to live up to their names and add a little something extra to your meal; or a curious axoturtle that may nip playfully at your long hair, if you have it. Or your hat—if you happen to be huddled up or lying down somewhere on a vacant bench, and have your head low enough.
Or maybe it's your blanket as it trails onto the floor, if you have neither of those. Honestly—
c.) "To those who have left Songerein, but are not forgotten." Between two ponds in the garden is a Remembrance wall. On this wall and amidst the grass and dirt at your feet, you'll notice several star-shaped stepping stones, each one adorned with the name of someone who has left the dream world. This was started by the staff, but in light of the holiday season, they have opened it up for anyone to write the name of someone they wish to honour upon a star, and hang it on the wall with the rest. (You can also etch the name onto the star using dreamotion.)
III. Sing your heart out!
Back inside the restaurant near the bar, a small stage has been set up with speakers and a microphone for the occasional live performance. Karaoke is also welcome, so feel free to take the floor (or bully someone onto it)! Sing whatever song or tune your heart can dream up.
Just be careful not to let the alcohol take you too far. Become too drunk and disorderly and you may find yourself sinking into the shadows and back outside before you know it, with no idea how you got there...... Hmmm. (Did this place have a bouncer the last time you checked?)
[ OOC: This is a mingle log to showcase all the various updates to the Harvest we've implemented over the past year. Feel free to top level, tag around, and/or wild card it up! Happy holidays ♡ ]
no subject
Susato stops to think about it, staring into the bottle with a blink. She's never thought about it like that before, and somehow he is the first to lament over the fact after all this time. It's... incredibly endearing.
But in the end, she appears satisfied and lets the bottle go. ]
Well, it means all my hard work is paying off. That is why I often fold them in my spare time, to keep a stock.
...I have even taught others. [ Mostly to satisfy their curiosity. ]
no subject
He grins.]
Perhaps I'll have to get a lesson from you some time. Er... for the dreamotion, and the folding. I've never been particularly good at it, myself... At least, not when I have to fold them very small like this.
no subject
Not to worry. I always use larger squares when I am teaching. Perhaps I'll show you after we close tonight.
[ It sounds like she means it, too. ]
Anyway...I suppose we should finish what you've started. Maybe you could make those lights appear again while we're at it?
[ She smiles encouragingly moves to pick up the bag of fish food, sitting near where the daruma has been set aside. ]
no subject
[And of course, he kneels back down by the koi pond so they can get to work. It's a tiny bit more difficult, getting his light trick to work when he knows he has an audience. But they still get the job done. And when they've finished feeding the little guys, Ryunosuke gets back to his feet, scooping the box with the Daruma up once more, smiling down fondly at it.]
I still can't believe you managed to get him back... He's going to get a suitable place of honor in my house, I can tell you that much.
no subject
[ Once the koi are fed, Susato watches thoughtfully as Ryunosuke picks up his gift. She glances into the box protecting the daruma and seems to tilt her head, as if trying to figure something out. She still looks mighty pleased, however, cracking a smile as she closes the distance between them.
She places a hand on top of the daruma's head... ]
Well, I look forward to coming to visit him. Though his colour is reminding me of something now... [ But what? ]
no subject
Well... It's not as if there's a shortage of red and white around the town at the moment.
no subject
[ Said idly. Christmas colours, is it?
After a moment, she looks around, as if trying to find something. She seems to let it go, leading them inside the restaurant, but then she spots some white cotton that they've provided at a crafting station not far from their Christmas tree.
She grins, grabbing a big handful as she passes by, and holds it up to the daruma's face. ]
Look, a beard. Like Mr Santa Claus.
no subject
...A black moustache and a white beard is a rather bold choice, I'd say.
no subject
This thought, combined with the snort that escapes Ryunosuke causes her to let out a light snicker as well. She tries to stifle it though, allowing something of a snort to escape her as well. ]
If you are teasing me, I could put it on you instead. Black hair and a white beard would be even more bold.
no subject
Haaah, wasn’t green hair enough for me to suffer through? [he pauses, then tries to stare straight downward, as if he might be able to look at his own chin.] …Though, pinning a beard on me is probably about the only way I’ll ever actually be able to sport one…
no subject
She'll laugh more obviously this time when she notices that she got him to look and think about it, then quietly places the cotton back on the crafting table. The materials will be there through the new year, at the very least. ]
Well... The daruma is yours once again, so I will leave it up to you. But I think it would be quite adorable for the holidays.
no subject
No, you're right... He deserves to participate in the festivities as well, after all. [He holds a hand out.] Pass it here; I'll see that it gets done, once he's settled in at home.
no subject
I should get back to the kitchen, but I will stop by later to help.
Be safe, won't you? [ And clean the place, she almost adds, so I don't have to. But she'll save that conversation for later. ]
🎀 c:
I will. And... Thank you, again. And happy Christmas once more.
They'll part ways here, but he's sure he will be seeing her later, just as promised. The Daruma, with its fresh new santa beard, will be displayed prominently within the house. And he'll even have made a token attempt at cleaning up a bit, for her sake. Except for the excessive clutter; he likes that stuff just the way it is, thank you very much!]