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Circus Exercitium (Said) - Jane Fields - 04-17-2024
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RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 04-17-2024
==Holodeck==
Seeing it was some time before getting to know the ship, Nira made for the holodeck. She wanted to get to training, to practice, and she was rested after her journey to Titania. She was anxious to hit the holodeck.
As it so happened, there was a unique training scenario she found on the starbase, and so she brought a copy with her: Circus Exercitium; the former word referring to arenas for entertainment, not just the typical circus; the latter word referred to the word "exercise," so it fitted the training aspect. It was essentially a training arena where people are free to spar or wait as they watch the practicing face holographic waves. It even came with a ranged practice mode so Nira could practice her shooting.
The arena range can wait momentarily, and Nira was anxious to practice her melee skills. Once the program was active, she stepped in and there was a circular arena with seats. Anybody available could come and watch, but Nira didn't care.
"Computer, level one training level, starting mode," Nira ordered. "Begin."
An opponent appeared, and Nira did her tumble for drawing her blades from her boots, a way to practice unsheathing her daggers for close combat.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 04-21-2024
Okay, it seemed too easy...ah, the sparring can wait. Time for target practice.
She breathed in calm; she needed this, especially given whenever she thought of Sothrick. She needed to focus.
"Computer, phaser and display targets. Circus Shooting Range, Level Three training level. Begin."
The targets appeared. Keeping her focus, Nira shot as many targets as she could.
==Tag anybody who's interested in joining in==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 07-24-2024
Amila had just finished watching a message from her parents and needed to get some air. Her relationship with them was complicated at best. Communication felt forced and when Amila did respond she never felt like she could really say what she wanted to. She changed into lightweight joggers, running shoes, and a white tank top and planned for a run on a holographic beach. Something long and hot, with crashing waves, she thought. Nothing like a little physical torture and the illusion of nature to get your mind off of things.
She was busy trying to not think about the message and didn't notice the occupied light on the control panel outside of the holodeck and found herself walking right into a running program and one of the new transfers shooting at targets.
"I am so sorry!" Amila exclaimed. "It wasn't locked, and I wasn't paying attention. I should have looked. Sorry again. I can just go run at the gym," Amila offered somewhat embarrassed about barging in.
==Tag Nira==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 07-24-2024
As Nira was taking in her shots, she whirled to try to hit another target and ended up having a sight path right into a walking officer. She broke off and gasped.
"Computer, freeze program," she ordered, and she breathed in relief. She recognized the officer who walked in: Amila Ra'an, from the party.
"Ah. Apologies, Amila," Nira said, and then she smiled. "I didn't mind it wasn't locked; the program is open for anybody. It's basically a training program, and can cover exercise, so it can function as a gym in the holodeck. Circus Exercitum, that's what I call the program," she added with a smile.
"Given "circus" more refers to circle," she explained, "it's a perfect arena for any kinds of training. With spars, with exercise, hence the second name, and with other talents. Like to join me?" Nira offered. "We can do some exercise - obstacle course running, for instance. Or do a training range, like I was earlier."
==Tag Amila==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 07-25-2024
"Nira right? I hope the safety was on," Amila said good naturedly when she realized she had stepped in front of a target.
"Um," Amila looked around as she considered the Security Officer's offer. She turned around to look at the target behind her. "You know, I can't remember the last time I fired a phaser. We qualify every year, but that's about it. A few years ago there was an incident on an away mission, but security and command pretty much threw us science officers behind them while they secured the situation. I practiced for a couple of months after that, but I didn't stick with it."
Amila turned back to Nira with a somewhat sheepish look. "Do you mind?" She asked.
==Tag Nira==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 07-25-2024
"That's right, and the safety is on," Nira said with assurance. And at the offer to practice her shooting - seeing that she couldn't remember it (which meant it was far too long) - Nira nodded.
"Of course. I'd be glad to help you refresh your memory for phaser firing," she said. "Computer, Level One targeting."
And targets emerged on one side of the circle, in typical shooting gallery fashion. "Okay, let's start basic and we can go from there," she said, her eye being assessing.
==Tag Amila==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 07-25-2024
"Alright... Computer, Phaser Type 2," Amila called out causing a phaser to appear in front of her. She took a hold of it and tested its weight in her hand before squaring up to the target. "I think I can still handle this part. Stationary target. no pressure other than a senior security officer looking over your shoulder."
Amila checked the settings then held out her arm and took aim at the first target. Not a bullseye, but she hit the inner circle. She aimed again and hit near her first shot. On her third try she almost grazed the bullseye line, but on her fourth, she was on the outskirts of the inner circle, almost in the red. She stopped briefly after that and dropped her arm and let out a sigh and scrutinized the target again. Five and six were much like the fourth, still hitting the yellow, but just barely. Her first three shots being much better than the last three.
She looked over at Nira. "Well that went the wrong direction."
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 07-26-2024
Nira smiled. "It's okay, it's probably a show of rustiness. I was the same way when I started out on the range. The trick is to keep focus as best as possible. Basic aims can be okay, and, if you're in a real fight, at least you'll be able to get other nonvital body parts. Depending on the setting of the phaser, it'll be easy to down a targeted person through stun or kill. If on the highest setting, well, it probably won't matter where you hit," she finished with a shrug.
"It's a good call, focusing on the bullseye. I won't be asking for demonstrations of marksmanship, but try not to drift your aim away," she finished.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 07-27-2024
"I'll keep that in mind," Amilla responded with a nod. "So what level were you just practicing at?" Amila asked as she stepped over to the next target.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 07-28-2024
"Level Three," Nira said. "Advanced difficulty level, with targets being mobile. Computer activate."
The targets appeared around and they moved. "Watch, please," Nira said to Amila, and then she proceeded to shoot. Her eye coordination enabled her to get as many targets as possible in a time limit.
Once the time limit was up, Nira had her score. "Twenty targets in thirty seconds," she said. "I only got this good from constant practice. And even then, never necessary to get a bullseye."
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 07-29-2024
Amila watched carefully, dividing her attention between the targets and how they moved around, and Said's focus and movements as she aimed and fired. Peripheral awareness was key, though Amila, something her brothers taught her well when they were teaching her to fight as a child.
"Nice work," Amila commented with a sincere nodded, impressed at the the security officer's speed and accuracy with the weapon. "I think I can try this one. No need to worry about the bullseye right? This isn't darts," Amila winked at who she hoped was becoming a new friend.
"Ready?" Amila did a small wiggle of sorts relaxing the muscles in her body before initiating the program. She readied her weapon. "Computer, activate Level Three."
As the targets appeared Amila imagined they were Breen soldiers and her weapon was set to kill. Without worrying about where on the target she hit, she moved a lot more quickly through the program, the moving targets and the pressure she had put on herself sending a course of adrenaline through her body. When the program ended it came as a surprise to Amila - she was on the balls of her feet ready to move either direction and flinched when the targets suddenly disappeared. She turned to look at Nira, slight breathless and feeling a little sweaty from the adrenaline, but smiling from the rush.
"Fifteen in thirty, is that terrible?" Amila asked. "I know I missed a few." She wiped her palms on her pants and shook them out.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Nira Said - 08-06-2024
"Actually, it wasn't bad," Nira said. "Plenty of schools would give it a B minus grade, but I'd count that as good. Those were good reflexes," Nira added.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Charlotte Dawes - 08-15-2026
===New Subplot, After the Broken Arrow, Amila Ra'an==
==Crew Mess Hall==
Isabel Molina walked into the Mess Hall first. She was meeting Charlotte here and a few others, but first she needed provisions. As she walked to the bar she noticed a few people, including the barkeep taking attention to her outfit. For their upcoming holodeck program she had on a form-fitting cropped long-sleeved shirt with a high neck, the plum-metallic color captured the light like a disco ball. Her sleeveless jacket that she wore over it was a solid silver, almost as shiney as the floors, and silver rings floated and spun over her shoulders. Her short skirt matched the jacket, and she had on tall boots with clunky heels in the same purple fabric as her shirt, but the belts were embellished with buckles and zippers that seemed to offer no particular purpose than decoration.
One of the younger men at the bar started to walk over to her, but the manager cut in with a bag and a grin. "I've got what you ordered. Who are you supposed to be again?" He asked.
"Riot Siren," She said calmly, trying to keep a straight face. She could see the shimmer in her mascara as she talked to him. Her makeup was way over done in shades of peach and something that almost looked like glitter. "There's still time for you to join. Just waiting on Charlie. I think the others are meeting us there, but I'm not sure, some might be coming here first. I like the crew to see the costumes. Generate more interest for next time," she laughed.
He shook his head, "Well, it's working, please keep me in mind for next time, but being in-between assignments it's been too busy for me to leave the staff hanging," he said with a grin. "I just love that hair though. You could rock that every day."
"Oh, my gosh, not on the Bridge, the Cap' would lose his mind, or laugh," she replied giggling as she spun around to show off a teased style that was something out of an Earth 1980's rock magazine. Her hair was half up, and she'd managed to make it look like she had bangs curled that stood out several centimeters from her head. "Back in the day, women almost killed our planet making their hair look like this."
==Open Tag==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Gath - 08-16-2026
Gath stepped into the Mess and after a tiny pause, walked over to Isabel. He was wearing what looked to be a very well tailored suit of silk and very fine cloth. He was all in black, with a white shirt, open at the collar. His shoes barely made a sound as he approached her, "Pardon me miss, can I help you with that. I think you're going my way."
As she took a second to realize he was going to be joining in on the fun, he tilted his head and added, "The name is Sunnan Black, at your service." He chuckled and then continued, "I actually met the man once and you wouldn't believe me if I told you the real story. I'm not even sure how classified it would be anymore, and I doubt I'll ever be that drunk, but he would certainly fit well in this situation, so I used him as my inspiration."
== Tag...it sounds like it might be fun... ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Charlotte Dawes - 08-16-2026
Isabel's face lit up when she saw that Gath was playing along.
"How kind of you to ask, I'll never turn down the help of such a strong looking gentleman," she teased, somewhat in character. "I don't want to mess up this look so early in the night, but you're looking quite fine yourself."
She broke character then, and let out a laugh. "So you're part of the heist then I take it? Char must have really wanted a challenge to put you on my team, she's running the house you know. Indie-rebel rock singer, Riot Siren, at your service," Izzy said taking a quick spin.
Neither noticed Charlotte slipping in at first, though she was also dressed to turn heads. Her emerald green gown was completely backless and hugged her waist perfectly, while the silk in her skirt spilled around her, flowing like ripples in the water. She wore matching gloves that stopped just above her wrists, and her exposed skin on her arms and back shimmered in the light. Her blonde hair was set into large curls that were coiffed perfectly along her neckline, and she wore a hat, perched on the crown of her head, the brim wide, but angled up, adding to her height, and not hiding her eyes, and bedazzled with jewels that accented her dress.
"Hey guys, what's going on?" Charlie asked casually as she approached the two, her folksy introdoction seeming somewhat out of place with how elegantly she was dressed for the program.
== Tags, open. I hope so. OOC: Anyone can arrive here now, or post yourself outside the Holodeck, we'll be heading there next. Either is fine. ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Gath - 08-17-2026
Gath had barely started to answer Isabel as Charlotte joined them, "Actually I've not been given a briefing on my role yet. I was only told that my services for security and knowing the weaknesses of such were being requested. Thus, I don't know if I'm using my skills to protect or to defeat protections."
He blushed a little and cleared his throat, "So, I guess I need you ladies to clarify for me, which side of this I'm standing on."
While he waited to find out for sure, he still helped to carry some of the snacks, especially anything heavy. He couldn't help but take a moment to appreciate how both ladies looked in their respective costumes. Either way, he was going to find it challenging to keep his mind on the task at hand.
== Tag I have no idea which side you want him on...lol... ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Charlotte Dawes - 08-17-2026
"Oh, you are definitely a heister," Charlotte responded a bit of playful seduction in her voice. "Putting you on the side of the House would seem like too much work, wouldn't it?"
"We can go ahead and take these down to the Holodeck," Charlotte suggested. "Evie and A'kilees are meeting us there. I know they were hoping to round up a few others too," Charlotte suggested, taking one of the lighter bags. "Most of the program will be in My luxurious bar and lounge, Chez Consuela: The House of Singularities. Very exclusive. The Holodeck can replicate synthehol and other drinks, but I had Trulo hook us up with some of the real stuff just in case. I didn't know what people liked."
Izzy interjected, "This is our first time playing, my friend Felix hooks me up with these from time to time. But there are levels," she explained as they walked out of the mess. "Depending on what we do, the game changes. And some holocharacters may try to help or hurt us. We made it so that most of us are heisters, but Char - I mean, Madame Consuela Hyperion Cassiopeia, owns the lounge. Tonight they are hosting a a galactic competion of Quantum Hand, and the grand prize is some kind priceless Aurelian jewel that we need to steal to win the game."
"Simple right?" Izzy grinned as the turbolift doors seemed to open as soon they arrived.
"Holodecks," Charlotte chirped as soon as they were all in the elevator. "Anyway, I can't wait to see Evie's costume. I'm sure she has something fun planned."
==Tags==
>>>To the Holodeck>>>
==OOC think of the competition like The World Series of Poker in Vegas==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 08-17-2026
==GM Amila==
We haven't started the program yet, so arrivals now, will be meeting us outside of the Holodeck, but arrivals can meet us inside the program as well.
ACT I: Entrance
Everyone arrives to Chez Consuela: The House of SIngularities separately under their ridiculous cover identities. Tonight there is a galactic competition of Quantum Hand. The grand prize being the Aurelian Orison.
Heisters’ Goal: They must establish their characters and find one another without making it obvious they're together. Their ultimate purpose is to steal the Aurelian Orison (Priceless Pearl-Like Jewel around the size of a softball).
Madame Consuela Hyperion Cassiopeia (Charlotte), the owner of the Lounge, greets them personally. She immediately notices something strange about each of them.
(This means if you join the holodeck after the game has started, you are still good to move and play.) All are welcome!!
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Copied From Crew Discussion:
Charlotte is going to be arriving soon, and she is the Owner, proprietress, and her costume will be exquisitely devine.
If you'd like to play, we could use at least one or two on the Bar Owner side, and as many as we want on the heist side.
(On the side of the House possibly a right hand who helps manage and someone in charge of security there.)
(Izzy is on the side of Heist, still looking for the Mastermind, other potential ideas: Someone inside gambling at high stakes tables, Someone there to mingle, talk, flirt, get as much information as they can as they move around the room, An infiltrator who works at the bar: A tech specialist or TWO, whose job it will be to override security, get into the safe)
I can help you with a character / persona, or you can develop your own character persona, entirely. I will loosely GM this as needed when you want, but this also for fun, so it is not going to operate like a standard mission where you need a response for every result. There is definitely some free reign here - but might be some dice rolls over here.
Be as ridiculous as you want. Shenanigans await.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Gath - 08-17-2026
As they made their way to the Holodeck, Gath said to Izzy, "It will be a pleasure working with you. This should be quite interesting."
He then turned to Charlie and said, "That dress is quite amazing. I hope you won't take our opposition personally, but if it helps at all, I would like to apologize in advance."
Gath touched his watch on his wrist and his suit turned to a dark Blue with a slightly different cut to it that made him look a little thinner and cufflinks appeared on his sleeves. He pulled a pair of glasses out of his inside pocket and slid them on and they darkened just enough to make it hard to see what direction he was looking. His grin turned absolutely devilish, insinuating that not only had he done something like this before, but that he was enjoying it.
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Evie O’Fee - 08-17-2026
==NPC Ava O'Fee==
Walking in ahead of Evie, Ava had a mischievous smile. Between her and Evie the real question was, is there any other kind? They were identical twins in most ways, even their mother had a hard time telling them apart. She was dressed in a traditional Irish Barmaid outfit, for the occasion it seemed appropriate. In her outfit there were several small weapons that she could easily access, most were hidden in plain sight they were just cleverly hidden in the outfit. She had on a pair of thigh high boots that concealed two daggers, one in the back of each boot. On her face Ava was wearing a pair of green tint sunglasses, most people would dismiss them as regular glasses while others would see there was more to them. On her right hand was the promise ring, the heart was pointing outwards.
"Mr. Gath." The greeting and voice were both in a playful tone. "Good to see you again." Her tone turned so it had a little seriousness in it. "Ready to have some fun?" Ava was passing herself off as Evie just for some fun, everyone so far has believed that Ava was really her sister. "Mr. Gath there is at least one thing you are missing from this wondaful look you have established." Ava pulled the right side of her skirt up a little, on her thigh was a flask held there by a garter. The flask itself had the family crest with the name O'Fee on the bottom.
"What exactly are we getting into?" Ava was wondering with a hint of excitement in her voice. Soon after the doors were open again with Keti walking in, he was dressed in a sharp black suit with a bowtie. This was an event that Keti would opt out of, but this time he knew it would be better if he did. He went to a quiet corner of the place, he was taking the opportunity to climatize before getting closer. "Evie I am here only because of you, I know you will pester me because I didn't come." He suddenly had a look of confusion. "I am still not sure what we are doing here, the only thing I know its going to be fun." There were still parts of him that were described as uptight, but some of the crew would know he has changed a lot since the first time he entered a Star Ship.
==tags -this should be fun==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Charlotte Dawes - 08-18-2026
"It's all fun and games," Charlotte said as she brushed her way passed the Holodeck doors.
"I just want to be entertained!" She called out lavishly as she entered through the doors, revealing a large lounge, bar, casino. The place seemed to have everything. Floating disco balls in the shapes of various solar systems sparkled over a dance floor that was flanked by intimate tables with plush velvet seating. On one end a Cheron bartender was already mixing drinks. Behind him open windows revealed that they were floating among the clouds, well above the horizon where twin suns were now setting.
"Welcome, welcome, my cherished guests," Charlotte called out as she took the bag of alcoholic liquors to the bar and set them down, and then turned around. She pressed her palms together dramatically and then opened them wide. "Welcome to Chez Consuela: The House of Singularities. I am, as you might have guessed Madame Consuela."
"We have a wonderful night planned here for you, have some drinks and get loosened up for the karaoke competition later, grab your main squeeze for a dance here at twilight, try your hand at one of our many games, and I didn't forget, Quantum Hand Galactic Series tickets are still available for purchase."
"Come, come, make yourself at home," she urged.
Izzy was still sticking close to Gath. They'd have time to commiserate before they needed to separate, they just needed to subtly find the rest of their team.
"That isn't Gath," Izzy corrected who she thought was Evie as she became fully immersed in her character. "You are talking to the Sunan Black, show a little respect," Izzy added before sticking a piece of chewing gum in her mouth. She then offered the Evie look alike a piece. "And who might you be?"
==Open Tags==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Gath - 08-18-2026
Gath was aware of the sisters and his attention to detail was sensing something a little off in the cadence of her words. He couldn't be certain yet, but he grinned as she lifted the skirt enough to reveal the flask.
He fell right into character and said to her, "I'm not sure if you're offering the flask or the thigh, but I'll gladly sample what the lady is offering in either case...or both." He punctuated it by lowering his glasses to get a good look at the goods and then lock eyes with her before giving her a wink and raising his glasses again.
When Izzy pointed him out and made introductions, Gath chuckled, "Well, not everyone travels in the same circles, my dear. Your fame is in the spotlight while mine is quite the opposite and I'm just fine with that. However, I do appreciate your enthusiasm, I truly do."
His portrayal of Mr. Black allowed him to say more of what was on his mind. His knowledge of the real person let him be a bit bolder than he might be otherwise. He certainly didn't mind being surrounded by beautiful women and getting to see them dressed much differently for a change. At this rate, he was going to have a hard time focusing on the goal of the game. They were such wonderful distractions though.
== Tag to all ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - A’kilees - 08-18-2026
Making his way through the halls towards the holodeck where the other players would be gathering, A’kilees took his time to look to inspect his clothing in the reflection of a nearby defunct wall console. He had donned a beige jacket with a light blue silk inlay, a black long sleeve buttoned up shirt, a matching black pair of pants paired with a leather belt and a nice pair of black leather shoes. At his waist strapped to his belt was a communicator and behind his jacket concealed a phaser within a shoulder holster. A’kilees had chosen the outfit for its elegant simplicity and style but well tailored enough for the possibility of seeing any conflict, action or perhaps just a dance with a crewman if he was asked. The saurian couldn’t boast that he had been practicing before the event but felt he could pass if the occasion was more a slow dance. He took another moment in the hall, fixing the cuffs of his shirt and ensuring that the collar was just right. Satisfied with his adjustments to his outfit and he continued his way down the hall.
While he wasn’t going to be playing one of the heist members, he was going to present himself as Dominic Rooke, the establishment’s hardline intimidating head of security. A’kilees wanted to present a good impression of playing a more “villianous” character. He hadn’t performed such a role to date at that point. Sure he had a few performances of different types of characters while acting at the Academy and in the holodecks alone but this was the first time he would be acting as a character in front of his Zephyr crewmates. It was certainly going to be an interesting challenge to play a character and to try and outmauver the other players as well.
Coming around the corner, it appeared that Charlotte was welcoming Isabel, Doctor O’Fee and Lieutenant Gath into the holodeck. Quickly following the trio through the holodeck doors, revealed a large lounge with floating disco balls in the shapes of various solar systems sparkled over a dance floor that was flanked by intimate tables with plush velvet seating. The bar was manned by a Cheron, and the casino floor was filled with slot machines and card tables each with their own dealer of various alien species attending them. The sight to behold however were the large windows where the twin suns set among a cloudy sky. After admiring the scene he made his way over to the group.
“Hello Doctor, Lieutenant, Izzy!” nodding to the three respectfully. “I’m looking forward to sharing this experience with you today.” Then turning to Charlotte and in a much deeper voice than usual, bowed with reverence towards the proprietress and changed into his character. “Good evening Madame, you are as radiant as usual. Your mere presence makes even tonight’s sunset jealous, I daresay.” A’kilees said and he stood up portraying a feeling of reverence towards her. “Are these your guests for this evening?” he asked in a cool somewhat masked supercilious tone peering an eye towards them.
== Tag all ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Evie O’Fee - 08-18-2026
==NPC Ava O'Fee.==
She was completely unaware that Evie had a relationship status change, or she would have had her ring the correct way. She had a devilish smile taking a sip from the flask then elevating her leg so her leg was in a thirty five degree angle with foot on his knee. "A drink like this is better as a shared drink, most people would be on their fanny after three of these." She extended the flask to him, and smiled at Izzy.
"Nice to meet you in the upright position, the preferred method over seeing them in a bio bed." In other words she loved meeting people at their best, not because something happened and they need help. "Izzy I think its about to get a little more interesting." The door opened with Evie walking through in the exact same dress, there was one difference that Ava noted, Evie had her right hand up showing ava the ring. Ava knew right away what had transpired. "Gath its about time." She gave him a wink knowing that he was the topic of conversation for a while now, she was just too nervous to make the first move. "So now that you have my thigh, what are you going to do with it?" She wasn't sure how far this would go, but she was certain Gath knew exactly who she was.
==Tag==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Gath - 08-18-2026
Gath's instincts had been right...again. After Evie came in he knew for certain, but he didn't want the opportunity to slip away so he acted quickly. As if it were a sparring match, he shifted his leg that her foot was on slightly and stepped into her Using his hand to grab her thigh and hold it against him, but high enough that her knee was now behind his hip. His left hand had slid under her right arm and he pulled her to him, his grin and small growl of approval got her full attention for a full second as he stared into her eyes.
"First of all, your sister doesn't refer to me as Mister anymore. Secondly, she already knows I like that particular batch you two made. Third, you aren't accustomed to being scrutinized by a predator like me, and I was suspicious from the beginning. Fourth, from this close, I can see the subtle differences in your eyes." He leaned in and took a long deep breath, nearly burying his face in the hair by her ear. "Fifth, I can smell the difference between you." His grin got wider as she held her breath for a fraction of a second, "Hmmm...not exactly afraid of me, that's good. No, that's...excitement I sense."
Still holding her in that mildly awkward position, he move his hand on her thigh just enough for her to understand he was enjoying the moment and comparing the feel of that as well. Before she could say anything about it though, he raised his head enough from her that she no longer felt his breath on her cheek when he said, "A bit of a shame actually. I was rather looking forward to finding out if you kissed like she does or not. It is amazing how much you can tell about a person from a kiss."
After another long second, he slowly released his grip on her exposed thigh and let her leg slide down to support her once more. He kept his hand in place long enough that it caused her skirt ro ride up a bit, letting his hand slide along all the way to her hip before letting the skirt fall back into place.
It wasn't until he released her with his other hand that she was able to break their chest to chest contact and he said more casually, "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Ava."
The last was finished with a tiny nod of the head as a symbolic bow of sorts. His eyes then turned to Evie, "There you are. I was beginning to miss you. Your sister and I were just getting to know each other."
He looked from one to the other, "I can see where some people would confuse the two of you." He didn't say more, but another small growl of approval escaped him as his eyes enjoyed the view of the double trouble in front of him.
== Tags ==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Charlotte Dawes - 08-19-2026
Charlotte looked with approval as A'kilees bowed to her in full character.
“Good evening Madame, you are as radiant as usual. Your mere presence makes even tonight’s sunset jealous, I daresay.” A’kilees said and he stood up portraying a feeling of reverence towards her. “Are these your guests for this evening?” he asked in a cool somewhat masked supercilious tone peering an eye towards them.
"I dare say, they seem to be. I was just hoping to make some proper introductions, but now that you have arrived, that seems a right and properly job for you to do, Mr. Rook," the Madame suggested, her nose now in the air. "I dare say I caught a glimpse of a tawdry flask. I must send some servers over to get their orders, get proper drinks in their hands."
"Can you take care of this for me, while I see who else has arrived?"
As Charlotte walked away, the program started to pick up the pace a little. Soft piano music filled the lounge, and more servers walked the casino tables with drinks as holoproprieters had shuffled in from no where and began playing games. Soon, Gath and company had a pair of servers - one male, one female, both scantily clad approach them and offer to take their orders.
==Tag Akiless, Gath, Evie, et al==
Charlotte seemed to glide across the room, her jewelry and headpiece now softly changing colors. It was difficult to tell if it was an optical illusion from the different lighting in the room, or if it was a trick of the jewelry. Soon, she approached Keti, quite appropriately dressed for the venue, though for some reason keeping to himself.
"Hello, Monsieur," Charlotte greeted Keti formally. "Welcome to Chez Consuela, I am Madame Consuela Hyperion Cassiopeia, though you make call me Madame Consuela for short. May I ask what brings you here tonight? At Chez Consuela it is our pleasure to please you," she crooned.
== Tag Keti==
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 08-19-2026
==GM Amila==
Some tidbits to get you started....
About Chez Consuela: The House of Singularities
Architecture: It is a round, floating building on the planet of Hyperia VII. The building appears to consist of 4 large floors, there are five public turbolifts along the perimeter and one in the middle. They all have clear walls, so it can be seen in and out when they are in use. The House will use these, though they also have private ways of getting around the building.
There is a 5th floor, though its existence is only a mere rumor to the public, and only Consuela and her most trusted security agents know how to find it.
4th Floor: Where the Quantum Hand Series is being played, Tickets must be purchased to access this floor, there is spectator seating, food and drinks are served, some standard slot machines are available, and entertainment is provided during breaks.
3rd Floor: The Main floor where everyone came in, large lounge area, small dance floor, though this area is mainly going to be soft jazz type of music. To one side are your card tables, dabo, roulette, etc., sorted in a winding maze of chaos.
2nd Floor: Club like atmosphere, large dance floor, theme nights, private dancers available, Karaoke will be in the billiards area of this floor.
1st Floor: Private Suites, the main safe for regular payouts, places that can be rented out for events.
There is a separate safe that houses other prizes that are more unique in nature, such as the Aurelian Orison that is the grand prize tonight. This safe is moved nightly. Once you figure out where it is tonight, it will stay there.
The Proprietess: Madame Consuela’s family owns much of the region and she is very confident for it. Also, losing a little money here and there at the casino is no big loss for her. However, the House of Singularities has ways to somewhat control who wins. She likes to be entertained by the players moreso than rewarding good strategy.
[To help you keep track of who we have]
House:
Proprietess Charlotte: Madame Consuela Hyperion Cassiopeia
Security Akilees: Dominic Rook (Hardline, Intimidating)
Heist:
Izzy: Riot Siren (Indy Rock Singer)
Gath: Sunan Black (John Wick sort)
Ava: Still to be named, Irish barkeep outfit with hidden weapons
Keti: In a corner dressed in a sharp black suit
Evie: Just arrived
To arrive:
Sebastian: Tony Montana
NRC Luna Luna Hernández : Elvira Hancock
**Special note to all you naughty little players with weapons, this is a game, and Holodeck safeties are on. No stabbing the players. Phasers set to tag, as well as those precious knives.**
RE: Circus Exercitium (Said) - Amila Ra'an - 08-19-2026
Reposted from Sebastian Cortez - Crew Mess
== Location Crew Mess ==
Sebastian entered the Crew Mess Hall, there were several people scattered around, they were enjoying some down time, Sebastian recognized a few of them, He went to a replicator and ordered something to eat.
“Tacos al Pastor and a sweet Tea.” Stated Sebastian.
Tacos al Pastor, a Spit-roasted marinated pork shaved thin with a slice of sweet pineapple. The replicator made it almost as well as his mother. Sebastian gathered his food and found a vacant table.
“ Hola, Sebastián, ¿qué tienes ahí? ( Hello, Sebastián, what do you have there?)
Sebastian smiled, it was his friend, fellow Midshipman Luna Hernández, she was a Security Midshipman, she was from Quito, Ecuador. Her mother was a Professor of Physics and Assistant Professor of Astronomy, at the University of Ecuador, a civilian, but her father was Captain Hernández, Professor of Galactic Law at the Academy, her mother wanted Luna to go into the Sciences, and she thought about it, but she wanted adventure, to see the Galaxy. It was one thing to read about them, but another thing to experience them first hand.
“I’m having a little lunch and you?” Luna looked at Sebastian, “I was looking for you.”
Luna smiled and said, “I hear there is an event going on on the Holideck, your boss is running it. I hear it’s supposed to be a lot of fun. I hear your boss throws an incredible party. I heard the premise is that we will be robbing a Casino, or a Bank of some kind and you have to dress as one of the characters.” Sebastian looked confused.
Luna smiled, “ Have you seen the movie The Sting, or Ocean's Eleven, or The Italian Job, maybe Inside Man. It’s about organized crime. Sebastian was a little confused.
Maybe, we could go as Tony Montana and Elvira Hancock, you know from Scare Face. Luna took out her PADD and searched for the 1983 Terran movie Scar Face.
She then typed [ Describe what Tony Montana from Scare Face and Elvira Hancock would wear going out to a night club.]
[ Tony Montana
Tony would lean heavily into the flashy, wealthy, nouveau-riche Miami look:
White or cream silk dress shirt, worn open at the collar with several buttons undone.
White, cream, or light-colored suit jacket, probably with broad 1980s shoulders.
Black or dark trousers to create contrast, or matching light-colored suit pants for an even more extravagant look.
Black leather dress shoes, highly polished.
Gold jewelry, particularly a thick gold watch and possibly a gold chain.
His hair would be slicked back, with the distinctive full dark hair of Tony's character.
He'd probably carry himself with that characteristic swaggering, overconfident posture.
The overall impression: expensive, flashy, masculine, and deliberately conspicuous. Tony isn't trying to blend into the club—he wants everyone to know he's arrived.
Elvira Hancock
Elvira's style would be much more elegant, sophisticated, and glamorous than Tony's:
A sleek, form-fitting evening dress, likely in black, white, champagne, or another understated color.
A deep or plunging neckline consistent with 1980s evening fashion.
High heels, probably matching the dress.
Gold jewelry, but considerably more restrained than Tony's.
A small designer-style clutch.
Her blonde hair would be voluminous and carefully styled, characteristic of the period.
Makeup would be polished and glamorous, with emphasis on her eyes and lips.
A fur or elegant evening wrap could complete the outfit if they were arriving at an upscale venue.
The contrast between them is important: Tony dresses like a man who wants to demonstrate his wealth; Elvira dresses like someone who already assumes she belongs among the wealthy.
Together, they'd look like a quintessential 1980s Miami power couple—Tony loud and ostentatious, Elvira cool and sophisticated.]
Sebastian liked Luna, and she really seemed to have her heart set on it. “Alright,” said Sebastian. Luna squealed with excitement. “Don’t worry, I’ll handle the costumes.” Said Luna with a huge smile on her face.
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