Monthly Mingle Log

[thalassino]

Is it that time of the month already?

...No, today is not the start of shark week.

The Station Master's taken precautions to make this month's mingle party nice and laid back, after that rather magnetic week. Today, locals are all over the Plaza starting to put up the decorations for this strange holiday known as "Christmas", and they're more than happy to cheerfully rope any foreigner who doesn't look too busy into helping them.

The food tables are back, albeit with more drink than food. Hot chocolate, gluhwein mulled wine, a huge bowl of fruit punch, you name it, it's there. Foodwise, there's snowflake shaped crackers with cheese and meats, shrimp cocktails, cups filled with green or red jelly, and plenty of cookies to go around.

Near the food tables are the two usual booths, one belonging to the Welcoming Committee, armed with all the information a newbie would want to know, and the other belonging to the Host Club, manned by all the male eyecandy you could ever need. Have they done something special for their booths this festive season? Better sashay their way and find out!

Walking around all the tables and booths is what looks to be a giant lobster(???) in a Santa suit handing out candy to anyone and everyone nearby. It seems the locals don't understand that it's "Santa Claus", not "Sandy Claws."

Finally, it looks like there's been a new addition to the plaza. Was that ice skating rink over there last night?? It certainly fits the theme, and the locals don't seem to be surprised. They'll even help you lace up those skates and take them for a spin. Bundle up and try not to fall too much!

Comments

[fulmination]

There was a pond behind my family's house when I was growing up that would freeze over every winter, so yes.

_{[SCREW HIS SHODDY BALANCE this is not stopping him from pulling his gloves off to dig a pen from his pocket to draw a small transmutation circle on part of the fence, then clap his hands together to activate it. Go go balance stick!]}

Yes, I'm sure.

[crabbygenius]

[She watches as he draws that strange symbol on the fence and suddenly creates a balancing pole. Now that was interesting.]

So, what was that?

[fulmination]

_{[He'll just be using it as a walking stick, because like hell is he going to kiss the ice today.]}

Alchemy. I haven't used it like that in awhile since my... trademark reacts with things a bit differently. _{[He starts to pull his gloves back on, his hand tilted just enough to where the edges of his arrays can be seen.]}

[crabbygenius]

[And the moment she catches a glimpse of that mark, she's darting out to grab his hand and pulling it close to her so she an see it clearly.

Personal space? What's that when you have a curious scientist around.]

And what exactly is your specialty?

[fulmination]

_{[That is going to get the Biggest Frown Ever.]}

--You could have just asked to see it, Miss.

_{[He's a little wary about people getting handsy with his... hands. Especially with that very faint scar on the array belonging to his right hand in Washu's grip.]}

Combat. I was fairly well-known for it in the war that took place in my world.

[crabbygenius]

[If she's noticing his disapproval, its not showing. Washu tilts his hand this way and that, even noting the scar as she examines the hand.]

Combat huh? You must have seen a lot of it. Exactly how was war fought in your world?

[fulmination]

Like most other worlds, I imagine. Firearms and basic artillery were the most common--it wasn't until the war that took place a few years ago that alchemists of the state with combat-suited abilities were called to the front line. We were able to take a war that lasted for seven years and finish it within a few months.

[crabbygenius]

Actually~, my world battles are fought with large spaceships and energy weapons.

[She just smiles as if there's nothing wrong with that statement what so ever.]

Then state alchemists must have quite a bit of firepower to end a war that quickly. I wouldn't mind a small display of that more destructive aspect sometime.

[fulmination]

Space...ships. ...Of course.

_{[HOW DOES ONE EVEN TRAVEL IN SPACE he is from 1915 and what is that]}

I'm afraid it wouldn't quite be small if you're looking for an accurate demonstration.

[crabbygenius]

Of course~. Some of them I even created.

[It's simple once you understand the underlying principals behind space travel.]

I can work with that. Though we would probably have to go up to the island then.

[fulmination]

...I suppose one can do quite a lot with twenty thousand years on their hands.

_{[You future people are so strange.]}

I've already had to use it here within the city when I was attacked by one of the other foreigners and the damage was repaired overnight, so perhaps that would be best if you're interested in its full potential.

[crabbygenius]

You got that right.

[And you people from the past are just so much fun to mess with.]

Then we should figure out a time for this little demonstration of yours.

So how extensive was the damage that was repaired?

[fulmination]

You'll have to tell me about what lies beyond the stars, then. Equivalent exchange.

_{[His life.]}

Since I can localize the damage, I'm sure it only took out a building or two. I didn't stick around long enough due to my opponent having a near arsenal on him at the time.

[crabbygenius]

Of course~. Though it might be a little overwhelming for you.

[Of course.]

Oh? Who were you fighting?

[fulmination]

Then we'll just have to take it slow if it's too much at one time.

A Lombax by the name of Ratchet. If you know an Alister Azimuth, well... They're the same species.

[crabbygenius]

We can do that~.

I've talked to Alister Azimuth a few times. I wasn't aware that there were more of his kind here.

[fulmination]

He apparently has a daughter as well, but I don't believe I've met her. ...I'm not even aware if they're all still here or not. Regardless, they're an interesting species.

[crabbygenius]

Interesting to note. I wonder how many other family units get brought to this place.

[fulmination]

I have one here--my nephew.

_{[Well really that's just a disguise to keep things from being too suspicious. Their relationship is pretty much just work-related.]}

[crabbygenius]

Then I'd say you're one of the lucky ones~.

[fulmination]

Sometimes I think the same thing. I just worry about him sometimes what with how this city behaves. I'd feel horrible if anything happened to him.

_{[Kimblee that is the biggest lie you've ever told.]}

[crabbygenius]

Most people would feel this way about child relatives.

[Though now she's curious to meet this nephew of his.]