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Post by Headmaster Lucian Siagath on Jul 21, 2009 15:02:11 GMT 10
Image from pcktlnt, photobucket Masquerade! Paper faces on parade . . . Masquerade! Hide your face, so the world will never find you!
Masquerade! Every face a different shade . . . Masquerade! Look around - there's another mask behind you!
Flash of mauve . . . Splash of puce . . . Fool and king . . . Ghoul and goose . . . Green and black . . . Queen and priest . . . Trace of rouge . . . Face of beast . . . Faces . . .
Take your turn, take a ride on the merry-go-round . . . in an inhuman race . . .
Eye of gold . . . Thigh of blue . . . True is false . . . Who is who . . .? Curl of lip . . . Swirl of gown . . . Ace of hearts . . . Face of clown . . .
Faces . . . Drink it in, drink it up, till you've drowned in the light . . . in the sound . . . ... Masquerade! Grinning yellows, spinning reds . . . Masquerade! Take your fill - let the spectacle astound you!
Masquerade! Burning glances, turning heads . . . Masquerade! Stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you!
Masquerade! Seething shadows breathing lies . . . Masquerade! You can fool any friend who ever knew you!
Masquerade! Leering satyrs, peering eyes . . . Masquerade! Run and hide - but a face will still pursue you! from: Phantom of the opera Lucian Siagath, with his narrowed eyes and raised eyebrow looked upon the mess hall. Seeing it for something other than a place others ate. It had been renovated, looking like something out of a fairytale. With red and golden sheets hanging from walls, glitter seemingly floating around and remarkable patterns of beauty covering the floor. The decor of lavish colors of dark red, royal purple and rich royal blue. Dashing the place with more colour than it probably had ever seen before. Something he had never before glanced at in real life. It was amazing, something he would have to congratulate Gillian for. He didn't think he had it in himself to do something like this, so he was pleased he had asked Gillian. To make it appear... pretty. To transform a mess hall into something admirable, was special. But he knew it would be nothing compared to the outfits the guests would have on. He was looking forward to that, for everyone was invited. Not just students. The academy was open to all, as long as no one harmed anyone, it was allowed.
The preparations; entertainment by random bands, people from town and students wishing to show their artistic flare. The food and drinks, would be brought out by maids.
Lucian, seated in the head table, above the rest of the other tables. Looked every bit the royalty of which he was descended from. Clocked in rich array of blood red, and black. His face was even clear from the rugged look he liked. An amused smile shinning through, as his dark red eyes glistered with the lights. High above on the ceiling, a banner was hovering. The words Welcome printed across. At every table, hovering also, was little mini sculptures. All made out of dry ice. All uniquely different than the last. Changing, shifting, into whatever the guests desired it to be.
Tonight had been anticipated, it had been desired even before the school year began. Now with the school year beginning, it would be proper to hold the ball. To welcome everyone, to start off a new year at Obscurum Sceptrum Academy. Headmaster Lucian Siagath was proud as he awaited the staff, students and guests. He didn't really have an opening message. He never really cared all that much about it. As long as the students knew that his class was starting two days from now, Lucian couldn't care less of what the opening message was. So with his mask hanging loosely around his neck, Lucian waited, as he peered over at the guards with the guest list.
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Alice Brandon
Student 8th Year
Ability: Future-sight Race: Vampire
My first memory is of seeing Jasper?s face in my future.
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Post by Alice Brandon on Jul 21, 2009 19:06:53 GMT 10
The masquerade ball was something that Alice had been anticipating for weeks now. This would be her first school function. She couldn't hide the grin that had formed when she stepped into the elegantly decorated hall. Alice was a vision in white, a color that she had picked especially for making herself stand out in a crowd. Though from the looks of it the crowd had yet to form. She ran her fingers along the tops of the tables as she nearly floated through the hall. Jasper had said that there was some business that he had to attend to but that he would meet her here in time. So now all she had to do was wait. A soft sigh escaped her lips at the prospect.
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 21, 2009 19:20:42 GMT 10
Adia honestly couldn't fathom the reason why Christian would drag her to such a place. She had been dreading this all summer since the news broke out that there would be a ball this year. She had been to many balls in her lifetime, some being far better than others, and she couldn't see how watching a bunch of high school hormonal teenagers blindly grope each other would be among one of the best. Though that hadn't stopped her from mentioning it to Aidan during their last encounter. She hadn't exactly asked him to come because that would seem like she wanted him to be her date and had been very clear that he wasn't looking for anybody. But she still really hoped that he would come. Adia stood near the entrance, her arms crossed across her chest and her brown eyes scanning the hall from behind her dark mask. Christian had already parted from her side to go chat up some of the few girls that had already arrived. He never went anywhere without having someone on his arm to escourt back to his place once all things were said and done. Lucky bastard, those things always came so easily to her brother.
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Post by Christian Tait on Jul 21, 2009 21:14:27 GMT 10
Christian was actually quite lucky tonight. He had been here merely five minutes and he already had two very beautiful and very busty brunettes on his arm. Sure, he prefered blondes but there was still plenty of time to add one of them to his collection. He smirked as he sized each lady up from behind his golden mask before twirling them both under each of his arms. These would do for now.
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Jasper Swift
Shop Owner
Owner of the Moonlight Agency Race: Vampire
The Major
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Post by Jasper Swift on Jul 22, 2009 2:27:38 GMT 10
Jasper Swift stopped at the door waiting for his partner to join him. Aidan was still outside watching the place curiously, memorizing the details of the building. Jasper rolled his eyes and sighed. The younger genius annoyed him sometimes.
They weren't students anymore but they were permitted to attend the ball. They were supposed to inform the headmaster if they noticed anything or anyone suspicious but for now the room was fairly empty. He leaned against the wall dressed in a military uniform and a plain green mask.
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Aidan Kinney
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Post by Aidan Kinney on Jul 22, 2009 2:31:33 GMT 10
Aidan didn't want to be there. Stuck in a room full of hormonal teenagers with their pulsing veins. He hated crowded places and would rather find the library in this huge school. He bet they had a great library here. But Jasper and Alice insisted on dragging him here so he had no choice. That's why he was standing outside dressed in a plain black suit and a phantom of the opera mask, staring at the old stone walls.
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Alice Brandon
Student 8th Year
Ability: Future-sight Race: Vampire
My first memory is of seeing Jasper?s face in my future.
Posts: 138
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Post by Alice Brandon on Jul 22, 2009 3:47:06 GMT 10
Alice stood in the center of the nearly empty dancefloor, her hands clasped together in front of her. The way the lights danced off of her pale skin made her seem like she was glowing. She loved her new gothic look but this was the real Alice, angelic and soft. The corners of her mouth turned up in a small smile as her eyes settled on the handsome blond that had just entered. The mask did nothing to hide his identity from her, he was her beloved Major tonight. She stayed put where she was, patiently waiting for his approach or anyone else's for that matter. The gentleman had to come to the lady.
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
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Three words, Eight letters, Say it and i'm yours..
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 22, 2009 3:56:28 GMT 10
Tonight was supposed to be about hiding your identity, about acceptence, about having fun. Mabe it wouldn't be so bad if Adia put herself out there and enjoyed herself for a change. Dropping her arms back to her sides she stepped off of the wall only to step back again a second later, bruising her bottom lip with her teeth. Maybe she should wait a few more minutes?
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Jasper Swift
Shop Owner
Owner of the Moonlight Agency Race: Vampire
The Major
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Post by Jasper Swift on Jul 22, 2009 5:31:58 GMT 10
Jasper recognized his angel in white instantly. His lips curved in a smile. Every time he saw her she was more and more beautiful. She looked as if she wasn't real. As if she came to him from a fairy tale.
She stood in the middle of the room, motionless like a statue, even though she knew she saw and recognized him. He straightened his back and walked to her confidently ducking his head when he reached her. "G'day ma'am" He said
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Aidan Kinney
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Post by Aidan Kinney on Jul 22, 2009 5:40:23 GMT 10
Aidan finally stopped contemplating the sight and entered the mess hall hiding a small grimace under his mask. He was going to join Jasper but as he was entering the room he saw his friend move. His eyes followed the direction Jasper was going in. Of course. Alice. He'd already spotted her. And from the looks in their eyes Aidan knew he shouldn't join them. And that meant he had no other choice but to get himself a drink, make it look as if he was drinking it and find a nice corner from where he would be able to watch the crowd
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Alice Brandon
Student 8th Year
Ability: Future-sight Race: Vampire
My first memory is of seeing Jasper?s face in my future.
Posts: 138
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Post by Alice Brandon on Jul 22, 2009 6:34:52 GMT 10
Alice's gaze never faltered from the soldier that was slowly making his way across the room towards her. The closer he came the more excited she got until her chest was practically heaving with anticipation. He looked good enough to eat and Alice had always had a thing for the Major. "Good evening Sir." She grinned, holding out a tiny hand for him to kiss. "You seem to have lost your date. A handsome guy like you needs a woman on his arm or all of these little girls might think they can have you."
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 22, 2009 6:35:09 GMT 10
Watching the soldier make his way over to the woman in white was such a beautiful sight. Adia could see even through their masks the lust and love the couple had for each other and it made her sick to her stomach. What she was witnessing wasn't normal. She needed some fresh air before she gagged.. She turned on her heel and headed straight for the exit, slamming into something very solid and very cold before she could even make it through the door. With a grunt she fell right onto her bottom on the floor, her face turning a bright shade of red. Just great, the party had barely started and she had already made a fool of herself. "Watch where you are going!" She growled.
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Aidan Kinney
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Post by Aidan Kinney on Jul 22, 2009 6:53:14 GMT 10
Aidan was on his way to the bar when someone ran straight into him colliding with his body. The person fell onto the ground cursting him. "I'm sorry" He said quickly reaching out his hand to help her, since it was obviously a girl. Her voice sounded familiar. "I'm really sorry. I wasn't watching. I hope you're ok. You are, right?" he asked to make sure. She wasn't bleeding but she was probably bruised here and there
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
Works at the Nex Somnus Race: Human
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 22, 2009 7:12:45 GMT 10
"I was fine until you so rudely stepped in front of me." Adia replied, smacking his ice cold hand away. She could get up on her own, brushing off the back of her dress as she quickly tried to right herself again. People were staring. She couldn't see their eyes but she knew they were there laughing and mocking her. If she wasn't so angry she would have registered that this was the man that she had been hoping would come. She nudged him roughly with her shoulder as she reached past him for a drink, downing it in one go. "This party sucks."
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Aidan Kinney
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Post by Aidan Kinney on Jul 22, 2009 8:03:21 GMT 10
"Sorry" Aidan apologized again. She moved past him and reached for a drink. He turned around and joined her ordering a glass of red wine. He wouldn't be able to digest it and he'd have to return it later but at least he'd be able to swallow it. And since it was wine he could just walk around holding a full glass for a whole evening without anyone getting suspicious.
"I a...I must agree" He said with a small frown and a doubtful pout. "Usually I'm not a fan of big parties. I don't really like crowds...especially drunk crowds...but my friends insisted so I had to come here. Even though statistically one of ten students gets hurt on big parties. Depending on a situation it's drowning, alcohol poisoning, rape, falling off the stairs or a fight between drunken kids"
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
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Three words, Eight letters, Say it and i'm yours..
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 22, 2009 8:15:42 GMT 10
"Well I guess you just made me that one out of ten then." Adia grumbled. She reached for another drink without looking, taking the first bottle that she laid her hands on. Her brown eyed gaze fell on Christian and then to the happy couple in the room before returning back to the man she had ran into. "Could you excuse me for a second?" She mumbled then walked off without waiting for an answer. Plopping herself down onto one of the benches outside.
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Aidan Kinney
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Post by Aidan Kinney on Jul 22, 2009 8:46:24 GMT 10
"Sorry" Aidan apologized again in a quiet voice. He followed her eyes glancing at some guy and then at Alice and Jasper but before he could make anything of it she was gone. Quite a fast girl for a human. Aidan turned back to the bar and watched his drink for a while. Finally bored he picked up his glass and walked outside. Only several seconds later he noticed the same girl he'd run into earlier. She was sitting on a bench all alone, obviously planning to get drunk.
"A human body gets a fake sense of warmth after alcohol. You'll freeze here without feeling it" he said sitting beside her
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Adia Tait
Student 8th Year
Works at the Nex Somnus Race: Human
Three words, Eight letters, Say it and i'm yours..
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Post by Adia Tait on Jul 22, 2009 9:02:31 GMT 10
"Stalker much?" Adia asked with a loud sigh as she scooted farther down bench when the strange man followed her. She held the bottle loosely between her fingertips and with her free hand she adjusted the mask on her face. She would take it off but she was still too embarrassed from her fall to be seen. "Let me guess. You came out here to warm me up?"
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Jacob Strange
Student 6th Year
Race: Vampire
The quiet vampire
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Post by Jacob Strange on Jul 22, 2009 9:34:47 GMT 10
Jacob walked down from the boys dorm his make shift cloak trailing the steps from behind him. He took a left and slowly walked down the stairs leading down onto the first floor. He stopped at the doors to the hall and looked into the room. It was magnificent. He was hoping drop would come that would really make this night good. He walked in quietly looking through his mask. He walked and stood over in a corner and wiated for drop or someone else to start talking to him. He looked up and saw a couple together in the middle of the dance floor but apart from them there werent many people in the hall.
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Post by Master Stephen Bennett on Jul 22, 2009 9:56:13 GMT 10
Master Stephen Bennett dashed around his office. He was looking for something, something important if he wished to go to the ball. He dashed over to his suitcase and found it. A metal box covered in black satin velvet. He picke dit up and took it over to his desk. He opened it slowly and carefully pulled out the old mask from his childhood years. Stephen smiled at the thought and walked over to the door. He placed the mask carefully onto his face, it still fit perfectlly. He took a deep breath and opened the door. He was wearing a older style tuxedo but it still looked good on him. He walked slowly down to the first floor after locking his office door. He stopped just by the wall to the hall. Tonight he thought he would forget he was a teacher as no one else would know, tonight he was going to have some fun. He walked into the hall dissapointed to see hardley any people he walked over to the bar and sitting down. He ordered some wine not wanting to drink it but he had to do something and he would give it to whoever came to him. He watched as two students danced in the middle of the hall. He listened to the music waiting patiently.
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