An idol is born - RPLOG
Participants
Date
14/6/2017
Log
It is 4 pm. The time stated on the flyer. And the sushi bar has been busy preparing for the concert. From the show kitchen a delicious smell of fried meat, noodles, fish, rice and other japanese snacks wafted towards the seats, which have been set up, facing a small wooden stage, set up in the corner, along with speakers and other electronics. Some space has been freed up for larger mutants as well, as was a space for those wanting to dance along to the music. The bartender prepared for thirsty guests as well with a big assortment of drinks.
A lone technician with a sportscap was on the stage, a husky, checking the equipment a last time, while the guests began arriving. The 'star' of the show was nowehere to be seen as of now. The husky then gave a thumbs up to someone at the side, and hurried away from the stage, leaving it empty for the moment.
It was a wonderful cloudless afternoon in the city of Fairhaven, and for one happy-go-lucky otter, it would be a fun-filled day of entertainment and joy! On this day he would conclude his patrols early, drop off his heavy armor and most of his armaments, don a nice light ensemble consisting of a light blue shirt, dark blue knee-length shorts and a pair of runner's shoes to cover his webbed otter toes. How odd, an otter wearing shoes...
Once Otto arrives, he does so with company! With a kick in his step and a smile on his face, the otter was accompanied by his guest of the afternoon, a keagle fellow whom he gripped by the paw and politely escorted towards the sushi bar. "Hi hi!" the bubbly otter greets the service staff once he arrives, waves the chef over and confirms that the payment had been made to service the guests of the evening. Once that was done and all was cleared, he turns towards his keagle friend, grips his other paw as well and leans in to peck his cheek. "Looks like we're a little early. Thanks for coming, Niles." he coost softly and nuzzles the avian~
Firecracker arrives on the scene! After dropping off her flier/ticket at the door, the pint-sized pink pegasus zips into the room for a look about! "Oooo! Lotsa fancy stuff in here!" she says aloud, mostly to herself, as she inspects the various decorations and mechanical doohickeys in the room. It doesn't take long for the pony to sniff out the food and dash right on over to the bar for a feeding! "Hiya peoples!" she greets the otter, keagle, and kitsune chef already there. "Ready for a lotta fun?! Cause I'm always ready for a lotta fun! And food! Food is yummy for my tummy and your tummy too! Fun and food for everyone!" she shouts out happily.
Not a cloud was found in the sky, shining down with mid afternoon light upon those that had taken a flyer to heart and traveled to its light. The promise of a loud venue wasn't particularly on the lineup for a particular fennec, but the promise of people and a revelry and escape... That was more than enough to draw her gaze. A slow and careful pace took her to the venue, far out of the way from her normal travels! Speakers and benches seemed to have sprung up in an ordered manner as she drew near, a drastic departure from its normal tone. Yet, she knew not that. Only that with her black sundress felt... thin still. Comfortable, but still thin. Hair braided down behind her, blending almost seamlessly into her fur, she looked over the occupants with a slight attempt of a smile.
A few already gathered, an otter to the side that held a disturbingly familiar scent... A keagle that sent a shiver down her spine. She spent a few moments held there breathing, reminding herself. She was here for fun. To enjoy herself. To relax. And... a zipping pegasus. A familiar one at that. A slight raise of her hand was given in wave, feet carrying her to the sushi bar, "Heh, glad to see you up and so spry Firecracker. Don't have to ask if you're ready for this shindig." Shooting a wink their way as she surveyed the provided dishes, she paused. Glancing back... that was why the keagle was familiar. "Evening... Niles. And...?" A step closer to the pair, a frown crossing her muzzle. She knew that scent. She was certain. "... Otto?"
Niles came in with Otto, looking around and looking nervous, especially since he was sans pants for the evening. The keagle shape wasn't conductive to them, so he'd have to rely on physiology and feathers to keep things hidden. So long as he didn't get aroused, things would be fine. That confidence is dashed when Otto takes his other paw and kisses his cheek. He blushes and looks to the floor with a nervous smile. "Heh, thanks for inviting me." He says, nuzzling back. "I... don't get out a whole lot." He flinches and stares at the small pony assaulting his ears. He straightens up a bit when he sees Mokou and gives her a friendly nod. "Hey there, Mokou." He says before moving to press his body against Otto's, getting close to his escort for the evening.
A saber-toothed sound engineer in red lounge attire had just finished setting up off to the side of the stage in the midst of the sound equipment while the technician performed his last-minute check. The feline perched on a wooden stool enjoying some fishy dish or another, surveying the gathering crowd with a proud smile. Once the technician had given the all-clear, Myung closed his eyes and focused. A gentle, atmospheric melody fills the air, warming up the crowd a little while they waited for the performer to arrive, one eye cracking open to glance around the room in search of the pink parrot - where was he, anyway?
A few other people also came, interested in the event, some just tagging along, seeing what the commotion was all about. The music filled the room, and made the waiting easier. The chairs and benches filled up with people, all anxious seeing that self-proclaimed idol in his first appearance.
However, the parrot was not yet coming out. Nathey sat at a space behind the stage, build extra for jumping out at a dramatic moment. Or so he would like to believe. He glanced in between two of the wooden planks, seeing all the faces out there. He breathed in, calming himself. Yeah, he hoped that people would come...but he never imagined drawing such a crowd. It was too late now...and he was as raedy as he could be. No more hesitation, he thought to himself, and gave a staff member of the sushi bar a sign. With that, all the lights in the establishment went out, also a sign for the 'musician' to begin the first track, something they agreed on would be best for an opening act. The music began playing, an energetic mix between piano, synthesizer, electric guitar and other instruments. And then, a spotlight went on, shining directly on the stage, and in the middle, a creamy pink parrot. Nathey wore a costume, a silver dress, and silver antennae on his head. he looked like trying to pose as an alien, while the dress was made to resemble an UFO as many people would probably imagine it. And then he sang, although it was really hard to identify his voice as a male...it sounded far too girly, and his appearance didn't help that either. But the show finally stzarted, and The avian was simply glad. After all, there was no turning back now, and the biggest obstacle was passed. He smiled, as he danced and sung his song.
"I know you don't silly. That's why I insisted on bringing you. You need to get out more." Otto muses and tightens his grip around his partner's hands, his golden gaze locked onto the keagle's own. The peace would not last long, or so it would seem. Soon, people started to pour in, though one agent in particular drew Otto's attention almost instantly.
The otter's eyes zip around after Firecracker, a soft giggle parting his lips once she starts up her antics again. Hyper and bombastic as always, so it would seem, though one might wonder if it was a good idea to have her near so much sensitive equipment. The otter spots the next newcomer, a lovely little fennec that he knew by sight, scent and sound. "Mokou!" Otto exclaims loudly, almost squealing as he identifies her on the spot. There was no other fennec around that carried herself with such grace and beauty after all!
Parting from Niles, the otter rushes right in and wraps his arms around her, his hefty tail wagging instinctually behind him! "Oh my goodness, I did not expect to see you here this evening, but it's wonderful! Here to enjoy the music and some sushi, yes?" he chirrups enthusiastically, then releases her and sighs lightly. "Oh...OH! Right..." the otter tucks his tail in over his left side and fiddles with its tip once it meets his paws. "I uhhh, donned a new infection, one less hmmm... menacing. I figured I'd go around like so. My armor was designed for this size anyway." he giggles, then takes a few steps back to Niles and grabs his hand once more, a soft sigh of approval parting his lips once the wonderful keagle leans into him. Wrapping an arm around his back, Otto holds him there and lets the moment be~ The music soon started around them, and Otto looked all the more excited as a result. "I think it's starting!" he exclaims, then turns towards the stage, expecting to see Nathe any moment now. Soon, the show had started and with the star on-scene, Otto's ears flick upwards once the energetic beat starts up. His body instinctively reacts to the rhythm, one foot starting to tap the ground as he closes his eyes for a moment and enjoys the music. He soon opens them up again and flashes a smile at both Mokou and Niles~
Niles squeezes Otto's hand back and smiles as he looks into his eyes. When the otter parts to greet Mokou he blinks in confusion and follows him. "Oh, uh, so you two know each other?" He asks before giggling as well. "Well, I like it at least." He says as he lets a hand rest on Otto's rear. He coos gently as the otter wraps an arm around him and nuzzles into his side. The keagle moves his hand up to wrap around Otto's lower back pulling him close to him in return. He blinks as the perfomer reveals... herself? They were very pretty at any rate. His body starts reacting to the music as well, head nodding and foot tapping. When Otto smiles at him, he smiles back, much more openly than the shy grins he'd been giving before. Either the music was opening him up, or being so close to Otto was relaxing him a bit.
"Ni, Toey, Mokky, and Firecracker!" Firecracker notes, pointing a forehoof at each person as she names them, including herself. "Hey but how'd you know that! Are you psycho or somethin'?" she asks the fennec before the lights go out, signaling the start of the show! "Oh! It's starting!" she says in barely-contained excitement, quickly gobbling a piece of vegetarian sushi up into her mouth and dashing over to the dance floor. With the upbeat, fast-paced tune, the pony has plenty to work with as she dances in the air at roughly average head level. Her wings beat and whole body bobs around to the rhythm as she shakes her rump about in her dancing, flipping and twisting about as she deems appropriate for the song. The pony seems to be quite an adept dancer, even in three dimensions!
Myung kicked the music on when given the cue, shooting Nathey a wide, joyful smile of encouragement. He kept quiet, though - well, quiet outside of the nanomagically-conjured composition. His claws clicked quietly off of the amplifier beside him to the rhythm, and he bobbed his head along.
A brief and stilted nod was given in return to Niles, the little fennec taking the moment to breath. "Good to see you too. Niles." Stiff and tense, but an attempt. She tried to pry her muzzle open into a smile to them. Yet, the exclamation drew her gaze and eyes, a voice familiar in its pace and timbre if, not perhaps the form that they wore. Wrapping her arms around the otter, reaching around further than she ever could before, she felt a warm giggle light from her muzzle. A slight squeeze was given as she felt that lengthy tail of hers sway out behind her! "Mhmm... I... I didn't think I would come for a bit myself! But, glad I did! Finding some people just... well... felt right today. Something about it..." As the Otter rambled on about his new form and armament, she gave a faint nod and snicker, playfully elbowing his side, looking him almost straight in the eye. "Figured that much out on my own thanks!" Watching him slink bac to Niles, she shot a them a warm smile before taking a faint step back, an arm falling to hold her other, a nod given. "Indeed we do Niles. Met... month ago almost..."
At the moment though, the lights began to dim, a slight roll of her eyes given as the pegasus ran about, moving to dance the moment the music started. Excitable little bundle of energy wrapped in a candy coating she was. Lifting her hand to her forehead, she tossed a slight salute to the couple before moving on to the side, a few rolls having found their way to her hands. A slight nod given to the sabertooth not a few feet far, before she paused and looked to the stage. Such a beauty upon the stage, singing and owning it in her own way... Heh...
Nathey danced and sang his song, twirling, clapping, making exaggerated hand gestures. The parrot was in his element. He was reminded of his training, and had to smile. He did it, he was on stage. He drew a crowd, and now he had to show everyone that he truly was the idol he said he was. A fire of confidence burned in his eyes, as the first song came to an end, and the lights of the room were once more lit, albeit in a much dimmer fashion. He breathed out, and bowed down, in front of the crowd. "Thank you everyone for coming today!" He said, excitedly. "I guess you know that by now, but I am Nathey, and I am the entertainer for this very concert. It's my first time though, but I will do my best so you all can have fun. Forget your worries at least today, smile, dance, eat and drink, this evening is for celebration, it is for the color you may have missed or lost in your time here. I want to bring the sunshine back to your hearts, and for that, I am giving it my all." The parrot introduced himself. While he did so, his clothes changed, into what could be seen as a sailor schoolgirl outfit. "The next song might be familiar to some of the folk born before P-Day." And with that, now in the somewhat better light for seeing everything, the avian began the next act, to the music of Hare Hare Yukai.
Otto tried to respond to Mokou, though his words ended up being drowned out by the music. He pouts a little once she takes her leave, but ultimately gives her a nod and a wave before they broke eye contact. His attention returns to the keagle at his side, and the music in the room. That rapid beat, energizing and overwhelming, in a way... The otter's motions don't stop at just tapping the ground with one foot, oh no. He had a partner for the evening after all, one he had to entertain, to show a good time, to enjoy something rare with. He leans into his partner and speaks into his ear "Shall we dance?" he asks, though expects no response. Wrapping his arms around the keagle, Otto lifts him off the ground, spins him around once, releases him the moment he strikes the ground and grips his paw to right him back up should he stumble.
Once Niles was on his feet, Otto lets the music claim his body, every motion a response to a beat, a note, any appropriate audible queue, perhaps not the most graceful of dancing, but the sashaying of his hips and bouncing of his frame spoke volumes of the joy Otto was experiencing. Like a sneaky snake he weaves his athletic swimmer's body around his partner, subtle combinations of pushes and grinding merging with the rhythm set by their fabulous singer cascading into a flurry of colors, sounds and sensations. All the while as their bodies met and parted repeatedly in the orderly chaos of motion, Otto maintained his gaze locked upon Niles' own, never parting save for when his back was turned during a spin or other such motion~
Niles closes his eyes and enjoys the music and the feeling of Otto's body against his
Niles closes his eyes and enjoys the music and the feeling of Otto's body against his. At the otter's invitation to dance, his eyes open. "Oh, um..." he says before squaking in surprise as he's lifted up. He stands there bashfully for a moment as Otto starts moving around him. He swallows nervously before he starts watching the otter. Soon, he starts mimicking his movements, tentatively at first, then eagerly until he's bouncing and swinging in time with the otter. Niles keeps his eyes locked onto Otto's as well, narrowing his reality to just him, his partner, and the music.
Firecracker dances right up until the first song ends, and during the introductory break dashes right back to the sushi bar to meet up with her new friend once more! "What'cha sittin' over here for, Mokky! You're s'posedta be dancing and having as much fun as ya can! Like them!" she notes as she lands on the countertop, pointing a foreleg to the otter and keagle. "Woo Nattie! Yay!" she cheers for the performer as the second song begins, and then starts to dance right where she is in front of the fennec, mirroring the dance from the anime, laughing and smiling brightly the whole time!
The little fennec spent a few moments gazing on up to the performer, her swaying motions and gestures bringing a chuckle to her lips. So this... is what a party was about was it? Some festive music, some dancing and dancing with abandon. She idly swallowed one of the sushi rolls, a quite rumble of contentment lost beneath the sound of the music. It was pleasant, a little bit chewy, but with a good chill to it, something that made her lick her fingers as it vanished. The fennec's gaze scanned the room again as the entertainer, one by the name of Nathey, began to perform and to dance into the next song. However, her attention was held up to the little pegasus that flew before her, gesturing and speaking. "P-perhaps I should." Following that gesture with her gaze... She felt her smile stick at the whirling dervish of the otter and keagle. Not quite familiar and not practiced, but passionate and happy they were.
"I... should." A faint smile played across that muzzle of hers, not quite reaching her eyes as she looked back to the little pegasus. "Al... alright. I'm here to enjoy myself. May as well start." Rising to her feet, she shot a glance over... that sabertooth so near drawing her attention with a slight nod. A slow step, towards, before stepping back, as she spent the moment in thought. To dance or- No. This was a time for action, not thought. Peering to the pegasus, she slowly tried to move to imitate. A cruel mockery of the dance, remanicient more of a flailing flounder than a dance. Yet, it brought a smile to her lips. She was... This was rediculous.
The avian on stage was lost in his music. No, he wasn't nervous anymore. Quite the opposite. Excitement bubbled out of him in the form of the lyrics. His voice full of energy, his legs carrying him with ease, as if on clouds. He looked at the people dancing along with him. Some quite good, some more awkward, but still with joy. He felt it. The joy, the moment of forgetting everything that happened, even if only for the time being. The parrot redoubled his efforts, not missing one step of his choreography, the words coming to him easily. But as with every song, this one had an end too. It was exhausting, but Nathey trained a long time for this. A little rest, a glass of water, and the costume he wore changed once more. Now wearing a bunny costume. And the next song came up. Those familiar with anime also knew this...or if they just wtached the show from the last dance, really.
Normally, it would take several shots of vodka and a little encouragement to convince the otter that he was a good dancer, but there was just something intoxicating about the atmosphere. Perhaps he simply enjoyed the lively beat, perhaps it was the company he kept, perhaps he felt something just staring off into his partner's eyes as they danced together that distracted him from his anxieties, or perhaps being an otter made him so giddy and energetic that he had forgotten them entirely. It was not certain, but whatever it was, Otto was loving it, and he was loving the contact with his dance partner as well, every brushing of their bodies a sweet caress that served to fire up his engine and keep his body grooving and moving to the beat!
He too found all his attention drawn to Niles, every motion, every moment centered around their joined performance, every swish of his tail and sway of his hips, every twirl of his frame and every swing of his arms meeting an equilibrium, a unique balance, a tandem that was difficult to describe with words. Tact for tact, shake for shake, the otter savored all the moments, all those little... emotions that came with self-expression through the noble art of the dance, even if he looked silly from a distance. His paws reached to grope and caress his partner every so often, the frisky otter shooting Niles a playful wink and a grin half-way into the act, before returning to the dance at-hand. Seeing an opening, the otter uses the sudden end of the song to pull Niles right in, wrap one arm around his back, spin him around once more and then lean him down. His eyes meet the keagle's own and Otto just dives right in for a quick kiss. His tongue spends but a few brief moments exploring his partner's maw before he pulls away at the first notes of the next song, and moments after Niles' would find himself back onto his feet~
