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Darin Altway ([personal profile] forgeabettertomorrow) wrote in [community profile] isleofavalon2021-07-04 10:08 pm

Summer Sun, Something's Begun | July Catch-All | Open

🧙 WHO: Darin Altway and YOU
⚔️️ WHAT: July Catch-All with Open and Closed prompts
🕒 WHEN: Throughout July
🗺️ WHERE: All around Camelot! Quests and shenanigans ahoy!
⚠️ WARNINGS: Some ridiculousness? Some fluff? Will update as necessary!

🛡️ SHIELD SUMMER FEVER! 🛡️ - OPEN

[Darin always felt bad for the people who could get sick. Back home, his powers prevented him from falling ill, even to such banal things as a summer cold. But he did have experience as a gofer for his town's doctor, as well as doing errands and chores for the people who fell ill. So, this job was right up his alley.]

[One thing he knew for sure, when you're under the weather, nothing beats a good laugh.]

[With the trusty use of the new EmphaSize spell he nabbed from the traders, you'll find him waddling around with huge, oversized feet as he goes from room to room delivering flowers, teddy bears, medicine, fruit baskets, you name it. If he happens to be entering a kid's room, he'll make a big show of his giant, floppy feet. If its an elderly person's room, he'll sit with them for awhile and ask them about their day or let them ramble on.]

[But it's likely leaving one of the rooms is when you'll bump into Darin. Or trip over his enormous, floppy feet.]


Oh, hey! Easy there! You okay? Sorry, I should get a signal or something for these things...

🗡️ LAVAFT BEHIND 🗡️ - OPEN

[This seemed like a pretty easy task, all things considered. Everyone knew slimes were low-level monsters, even if they had the same temperature as magma. And Darin worked professionally around molten metal all day. If there was anyone who could handle this task, it was him.]

[Though, having someone along in case things went awry was a good idea too. Especially since his blood magic wouldn't really do him much good here.]

[So back to the Diamond Falls Darin goes. He's got a pickax and some mining tools in a pack slung over his shoulder examining the hardened rock for any sign of the slime.]


So, since I know how my luck goes, what's the plan for when we free this thing and it immediately attacks us with the fury of a particularly cranky volcano?

AT THE FORGE - OPEN

[With the reconstruction from his rampage doing well, Darin's back at the forge doing what he loves. He might be down an apprentice, but that hasn't stopped him from taking orders and commissions from those who seek him out! Got something you want Darin to make? His consultations are always free so come on in! Got some gear that needs mending or ideas you want to pitch? Maybe you just need some work? Darin's door is always open! When you step in, you'll likely see him working on something or tidying the place up. If there's one thing Darin can't stand, it's a messy forge! So come on in and let's get to work!]

BAR CRAWL - CLOSED TO KATE

[It's been about a month since he tore through Camelot as a terrifying, familiar-fused monster. Barring his (and everyone else's jaunt) to Celliwig, Darin had largely avoided going into town. And when he did, he wore a cloak with a hood that concealed his hair.]

[Now, a month later and the reconstruction mostly complete, Darin is feeling a little more hopeful that maybe he won't be kicked out of town if he decides to hit a bar for a drink or two. He's still wearing his cloak, but when he settles in at the 'In For a Pound' pub, he slowly pulls his hood back to reveal his very obvious blue mane of hair. He gets a few looks, some of which he's not too thrilled with, but orders a drink and sits at the bar.]

[Unfortunately, the patrons on either side of him scoot away. Fortunately, that leaves space should anyone decide they want to pull up a stool and join him.]


MY DINNER WITH DARIN - CLOSED TO ALLURA

[So, it really only dawned on Darin about a day or so before the date that he and Allura had chosen for dinner that this might actually be a...you know. A date. In a panic, he considered calling her to clarify that this wasn't a date...but what if she wanted it to be a date? What if he tried to clarify and they called the whole thing off? That would be awful! And he'd feel terrible too! She was really looking forward to it! But did that mean she was looking forward to a date with him?]

[No, that couldn't be it.]

[Could it?]

[So, after spending a day laying on the floor and staring at the ceiling weighing his options, he decided that, you know what? He could do this! Even if it was a date! Hell, it was only a date! He could handle that! Even though he'd never been on a date before, much less with someone who was so strikingly beautiful and had spent the last six months worming her way into his every though— NOT IMPORTANT!]

[And so, it was the evening of the big-but-maybe-not date. He'd agonized over whether or not he should dress up and finally he decided on an off-white polo shirt with pink piping around the collar and sleeves (hey, pink goes good with blue, alright?), and some tan slacks. With a menu all set (he did promise it would be an amazing meal) he sets out to begin cooking, listening intently for the door to the forge to open so he could go up and greet her.]

[Everything was set for the evening. Nothing could possibly go wrong, right?]

[...Right?]


WILDCARD

[Not seeing anything that catches your fancy or want to do something else? Go ahead and top-level! And if you're not sure and want to hash it out, hit me up on Discord @ Ant#0062 or on plurk @ [plurk.com profile] bitterbearface!]
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No it's MY dinner with Darin

[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-05 07:48 am (UTC)(link)
[Isn't that appropriate? Just as Darin decided to wear pink, Allura's opted to dress in blue. Specifically, a dark blue slip dress with little white flowers embroidered on it, blooming like clusters of stars. She's also wearing her hair up, but rather than tying it in a bun, she's letting it flow behind her in a long, cascading ponytail — complete with the flower hair clip he made for her, sitting at the base and keeping the hair tie secure.]

[Is this a bit much? She wonders about it, but doesn't doubt the choice. If nothing else, Darin's reaction will definitely be worth dressing up like this.]

[She looks around, as if she's worried someone might be spying on her — and then she approaches Darin's door, and knocks on it twice with her knuckles.]
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[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-05 08:44 am (UTC)(link)
[She smiles sweetly, and greets him politely:] Good evening, Darin.

[But that's practiced formality. Her attention is on him, looking him over — and honestly, it's a good look for him. Not just the fit, but also that color choice, even if she suspects he's wearing it because of Allura's fondness for it.]

[Yes, she sees right through your scheme, Darin. And she approves.]

[But after she's stood outside his door for a tick, she starts to feel awkward about it, and rubs her wrist in a small display of nerves.]


So... may I come in?

[She's not about to push past him, after all.]
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[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-05 09:44 am (UTC)(link)
[There's a soft laugh in her voice as she replies,] Thank you. It wasn't easy to find a dress that matched this hair clip, but... with a little help, I think I found a nice one. Don't you agree?

[She's not as completely tongue-tied as he is, though. In fact, as she walks in, she looks away from him and cranes her head around, checking to see if he did anything to set the mood for the evening.]

[But she does look back over her shoulder at him to note,]
You're looking quite handsome yourself. I don't think I've seen you wear anything like that before. [Can he handle genuine compliments? She's not sure.]
patchricide: (You became the moon?)

[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-05 10:11 am (UTC)(link)
[She almost missed the hand because she was distracted by looking around, particularly at those beautiful colors being cast all over the walls and ceiling. But luckily, she catches it before he can pull it away — literally catches it, taking hold to support herself.]

Relax, Darin! You don't have to apologize for acting like a gentleman.

[And she flashes him a quick smile, this one warm and reassuring, before she steps past him again. Let's see how well he actually takes that advice to relax, hm?]
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shield summer fever

[personal profile] troubadamsel 2021-07-05 10:27 am (UTC)(link)
[ Being a healer, is it any surprise that Maribelle is here? She stares down at his HUGE feet, opens her mouth, then closes it, rubbing her temples. ]

Do I even want to know...?
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[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-05 10:29 am (UTC)(link)
[You know, she had been enjoying watching Darin act so flustered, worrying and overthinking every detail... and then he suddenly slammed right into the door frame. It looks painful enough that she jumps empathetically, and as he walks out she tries to follow.]

Darin? Are you all right?

[It's a silly question, given that he has his healing magic. But not everything can be healed. What if he ended up getting blood on his shirt? Maybe she shouldn't sit back and watch him turn into a mess while trying to impress her.]

Do you need some help in there...?
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At the Forge

[personal profile] mayoninofukucho 2021-07-05 12:20 pm (UTC)(link)
[When Hijikata enters the forge he immediately senses how much lighter the mood is compared to the last time he came by (well, the second-last time; he briefly popped in to pick his sword up at some point in between). Darin seems to really have won his vigour and enthusiasm back, and it's gratifying to see.]

Hey, Darin! You'll never believe how much work I've got for you.

[If Darin were Hijikata's subordinate Yamazaki he might blanch at that threat, but unlike that poor spy Darin isn't at risk of emotional and physical bossing, and doesn't the announcement seem to promise good earnings?]
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Forging ahead

[personal profile] recommendations 2021-07-05 12:33 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Darin is down one apprentice, which means that there's more work for Momo to do. Which suits her fine, really. She looks forward to putting her head down and getting to work. Ever since she remembered those years spent in that other world, she's felt somewhat uncomfortable around Darin, feeling so full of memories they share... that he now doesn't recall at all.

It might be a little conspicuous, the fact that she's not her usual bright and cheery self around him, not making idle chitchat while she works. But at least she's getting a lot of work done! ]
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shield

[personal profile] sighsheavily 2021-07-05 04:56 pm (UTC)(link)
GAH-!!

[well that's viscerally horrifying; how nice that she's dropped all the towels she was conveying on top of them. frees up her hands to cover her mouth and rest over her heart as she recovers from her startle.

wide eyes sharpen, squinting for a moment before it's clear.

right.

the clown is Darin.

and while she may be relieved to see he's opted against self-exile for his suffering as a tool for vengeance...]


...How...are you more stealthy in such a state?
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[personal profile] troubadamsel 2021-07-05 06:29 pm (UTC)(link)
[ ... No, she doesn't, but - ]

... I suppose someone would find entertainment in that. And it is... admirable that you are here to help others.

[ see, she's trying to be less bitch-y. ]
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Lavaft Behind

[personal profile] notquitetamed 2021-07-06 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
[Having run into Darin on the way to this location, Hawk decided that it wasn't terrible to have a second around. The two of them clearly have a lot in common so this could be a good chance to see what Darin can do. Plus, it would be a useful combination of magic more than likely.

Hawk personally hopes that slime will attack with some fury because he wanted something that would be fun. Not a boring save a pathetic slime quest. The slime growing to a massive size and attacking them would be the sort of fun he's looking for and some good practice making use of an element besides wind.]


Got two words for that: Ice barrier.

[Just is a matter of how powerful Hawk can make it since he's still not quite perfected the barrier and he's not as good with water/ice as he is with wind. Still, it should be enough to let them withstand at least one attack.]
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[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-06 07:19 am (UTC)(link)
[There's a part of her that wants to protest to being escorted to her seat. Maybe she wants to lend him a hand. Maybe she doesn't want to sit around worrying about what else might go wrong, or what other things he might smack into before the night's over.]

[But luckily, she's been raised well enough not to raise an objection. It's just his way of trying to be a good host, surely. And who knows, maybe he's hiding a surprise out of sight. Hopefully not a giant cake, following that conversation during their night of drinking...]

[When he returns, Allura sits up at attention, her curiosity piqued.]


'Supposed to be'? So... you'll be trying it for the first time, too? [She leans forward, trying to get a better look at how the liquid is changing color.] Well, if it tastes as good as it looks and smells... then it should be quite a treat.
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[personal profile] patchricide 2021-07-06 09:44 am (UTC)(link)
And what about you? If you prefer the taste of alcohol, I won't be offended if you mix a little into yours.

After all, just a bit shouldn't cause any harm, right? [Or is he going to be extra careful, after how things ended last time? Stripping might throw off the mood of the date a bit.]

[But either way, she's eager to try this just as it is — and so she taps her glass against his in cheers, and takes a long sip.]

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