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Holiday Bash!!

🧙 WHO: Ochako Uraraka (

floatsaway) + CR (and their +1s)
⚔️️ WHAT: HOLIDAY/BIRTHDAY PARTY YEAAHHH
🕒 WHEN: Now, I guess. :U
🗺️ WHERE: At her CASTLE.
⚠️ WARNINGS: ~~Venti stop trying to get Ochako TURNT~~ None, probably...other than Bakugou's potty mouth. :(

[It's been a hell of a year, or close enough to it, for Ochako and her many friends here. From the varying trials and tribulations of general quests, to the more perilous missions between kingdoms, to new beginnings and changing tides...it's all a path forward on the long road of life. Despite the difficulties, Ochako's been able to reflect on this past year and finally find herself a bit - a new title and a new, but still somewhat the same, purpose in this world. Something given, something earned (even if she doesn't really see it that way, yet), but still very much hers.

Lady Uraraka (hrrgh...it'll never feel normal, yikes) is throwing a bit of a holiday celebration at her small castle to celebrate the coming and going of a full year. Not only that, but also Christmas prior, and even her birthday as well! All friends she knows, and anyone those friends care to invite, are welcome!! They'll be guided to a decently sized ballroom where several tables have been set up for people to relax and eat, and a separate table for gift giving and gift receiving as well!

What, you thought you'd come to this celebration and leave empty-handed? Pshaw.]

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I hope I may still meet Aludra with time! I am incredibly fond of meeting people's familiars and animals in general. Perhaps that is why I have animal magic. In any case, I must agree with Hayato! We've only just begun, it's much too soon to say this is happily ever after. We've so much to explore now that his collar is off!

Ah! Perhaps the three of us can do something with it gone! I would love to hear how it was removed over lunch sometime. Would that be amiable to you? [She looked at Gokuderda.] We should ask Zuko if he wishes to join us!

I'm much more similar to your Aludra, I'm not used to being around so many people, even after a year here.

[Ochako just giggles again at Gokudera's response, shaking her head. He's right, he's definitely right...not an ending at all, so maybe a "happily ever after" of sorts? That definitely sounds better, given all that he's been through. Ochako is happy for him!! He found freedom, love, and a good life...it's all she could ask for a friend, really.]

Mm, if you really want to meet her, Aurora-san, I'm sure I could call her...but I can't guarantee she'd come until more people are gone. [And really, Ochako doesn't mind if people stay for a while, or even sleep over. There's plenty of space.] Oh, i-if that's really alright...I would have to intrude. And, eheh...the story isn't all that glamorous, really, i-it was over quite quickly, a-and I wwas really nervous the entire time, ah--

[She blushes, deeply, hunching her shoulders and poking her fingers together. Ochako sort of has a hell of a stress nap after it, as well as a big ol' cry, milkshakes with Izuku, and was fortunate enough to see a gorgeous meteor shower to boost her spirits, too. But lord almighty, everything prior to that was so stressful, she can't even imagine what Gokudera went through.]

[Gokudera feels at peace finally, merry with the alcohol he’s consumed, smitten by the company of the people he loves. It isn’t just the people he is dating, after all. There are a good many people attending this party that he is astronomically grateful for.]

It’s really as she says, Rose. It was almost over as soon as it began. You overcame your nerves, though, and did well.

[The plan went off without a hitch.]

Oh, please do not insist upon on the matter on my account.

Still, I am glad that you overcame your nerves. [She reached out and ran an idle finger along Gokudera's neck.] Now Hayato has much more freedom.

And not only were you able to overcome your nervousness but you are now holding this fabulous event! You are a woman of many talents! There are even some familiar faces I see. You know Izuku?

[Rose again... Ochako's starting to think that might be this young lady's nickname of sorts, sort of like Bakugou calls her 'Cheeks' now. It's kind of cute actually, how similar the two are. She smiles a little, rubbing the back of her neck, and averts her gaze. It's still so uncommon for her to accept praise like this, it just doesn't happen often, and Ochako's always been a humble thing. Still, it does feel...nice. Nice to know that what she did really had an effect on someone. She really hopes that by taking up her title, she can do more of that.

To a less extent, yeah, but still helping.]

Mmh, I thankfully have training with high-stress scenarios like that, but it was still very different from what I usually do. [She looks between the two, really takes them in, and her smile widens into a big grin.] But I'm glad. I'm really glad I could help, and get to see you two here today.

Ah, yeah!! De--eh, I mean, um...Izuku is one of my very best friends. He comes from my world, too, and is my classmate at school. You might see a few of us here, ehehe...but I'm really not surprised you know Izuku. [Lord, that will never not be bizarre to say out loud without her friend's permission.] He's really nice, and super duper friendly and outgoing once he calms down a little bit.

[Goosebumps jump up on his skin at the finger running along his neck. He visibly shivers and lifts the shoulder nearest her, sensitive, ticklish, and letting out a little huff of breath, but not complaining.

Staaaahhhp~!

It tickles!]

Thank you for inviting us!

[Gokudera chimes in.]

He looks like a Christmas tree in that sweater. I gave him a little star hair clip, too!

… And some snow shoes. He’s just been wearing sneakers and it is snowing outside…

You have training in such things? You're sounding more and more like a knight the more you say, Lady Ochako.

Izuku is a friend of mine as well. He's terribly sweet. I'm afraid he's had poor luck with the fae-folk, though, they seem to constantly be harassing him when our paths cross.

What are sneakers? [Aurora turned to look at Gokudera, not sure what snow shoes are, but able to guess by the name. But sneakers? Did Izuku use them to sneak around? He wasn't very good at it, in that case.]

Who else comes from your home? For me, I am the only one from my world. Which may be just as well.

[Ochako snorts at first, because...yeah, Izuku's sweater from Bakugou was universally the worst one, even she has to admit, and though hers is supposedly an equally "ugly sweater", Ochako loves it. It's comfy, soft, and keeps her plenty warm. Plus, the design is actually cute? Of all the so-called ugly sweaters to get...Bakugou got her one that's not ugly at all. In her eyes, anyway. But her laughter swiftly turns to a hoarse cough and sputter because IZUKU, WHAT.]

Eeh?! Just his sneakers?! Had I known that, I would have gotten him some actual winter gear!! That dummy... [Usually Izuku is a lot smarter than that? Ugh, she'll need to scold him a bit later...make sure he has a proper jacket, sweaters, and gloves... With all the scarring on his arms, the winters and cold temperatures are bound to be so much worse on his injured muscles than anyone else.

Back to Aurora, though.]

Ehehe, I guess a knight would be closest to a Hero in this world...it's kind of similar. I'm not sure if he's explained any of that at all to you, Aurora-san, but...eheh... seems he may have been preoccupied. D--Izuku...kun [That's a little better.] tends to get in over his head a lot sometimes. He's really good at being a little bit too reckless...

[And it's been getting worse and worse over time. Ochako's actually starting to get worried about him. Yeah, Heroes go into dangerous situations and are constantly putting themselves on the line, but Izuku tends to take that a step further and throw himself happily into those situations with lack of care or regard to himself. It's not heroic, it's dangerous and stupid.]

Oh, there are a few!! Bakugou-kun is the blond boy with spiky hair...he's a bit prickly, but he's actually a very wonderful person, though he doesn't like parties, so he'll probably not stay long, Eri-chan is the young girl here, Todoroki-kun is the one with red and white hair, Tokoyami-kun...ah. Ehehe, you can't miss him - he's the one that has a birds' head, and the little shadowy creature is his friend, Dark Shadow.

[She points out each person with a smile, growing wider and brighter with each one she spots. Ochako is just so happy they all came today for her party, on her birthday no less...even Bakugou came, and he hates this stuff, but he's participated and played games, ate, and even socialized a little. She's really happy, and the way Ochako's eyes glitter shows it. Not all her friends are here, but...it's enough. For today, it's enough.]

[Gokudera can’t help nodding his agreement that Ochako sounds much more like a Knight by her actions. She is a hero, so he supposes it is very fitting.

He gives a light, fond sigh at the mention of Midoriya struggling with the fae-folk. They’d met while repairing sprite nests together, and Greenie had insisted Gokudera was a nice person. He’d tried to deny it, and that was before his time in those other worlds, before he had his collar. He was so different then, much more abrasive.

Gokudera is staring off, taking a little trip down memory lane until he hears Rose’s question.]

Sneakers are the shoes he’s wearing now. They’re flat and incredibly basic, and provide poor insulation in cold weather. There are all types of sneakers, too. They’re like… sporty footwear? [He hopes that’s an accurate description. Gokudera is so not a sneaker-head.]

Mmm I can relate to him that way.

[Being reckless.]

Tch! He puts the prick in prickly…

[Gokudera rolls his eyes. He really doesn’t see how Bakugou is a ‘very wonderful person’. He’s only ever been a jerk. Not helped him once when he asked and legitimately needed it. Hell, even suffering in his collar, being in active pain, Bakugou did not ask or even seem to notice.

He owes him nothing. Not even a shred of kindness. Gokudera would stay huffy and focused on that bad attitude, but the mention of Todoroki has him looking about. He’s here, too!?]

Todoroki helped me with my magic!

[What a great guy! Helped him with his flames, and that means a great deal to Gokudera. Means more than he could ever convey.]

Mnn, prickly, you say? [Aurora glances at Gokudera and her mind went towards Zuko. Both boys hadn't exactly been the most open and friendly upon first meeting them. She shook her head.] I'd love to meet him.

[And form her own opinions on the young man. If Ochako said he was a good person and was from her world while Gokudera called him a "prick." She looked around the room to try and find all the people Ochako pointed out.]

They all sound lovely, and I'm sure they are as you say. I'm very glad to have this opportunity to meet so many new people.

[Ochako nods as if to affirm Gokudera's description of the shoes, then her face sort of pinches a bit when Bakugou is brought up in a negative light. She gives him a bit of a frown, shaking her head and crossing her arms. Yeah, she knows how Bakugou is - he's not the easiest to get along with, but--]

He's one of my best friends. [Ochako huffs.] He doesn't have the best personality to start out, but once you get to know him...he's a great friend. Loyal, perceptive, and attentive. It's not easy to get to that point, you really gotta earn it, but.. [She smiles at Aurora, with warmth and kindness.] I think you won't have any problems. And I hope you get along if and when you do meet him, hee!

All of them, actually, ehehe! If I could, I'd introduce you, but I don't want to take up too much of anyone's time. I just want people to enjoy, and you deserve to spend time together, too! [She looks between Gokudera and Aurora, looking suddenly a bit mischievous. Spirit of Mina Ashido, give her the power of Chaotic Romantic.] It may not be the New Year yet, but...we'll have fireworks later. In the back gardens.

It's a good chance to be alone~

[Gokudera nods his head, then balks at Aurora stating she’d love to meet him. It’s not like the bomber is going to try to talk her out of it, or object. He supports whatever she wants to do. But if he has to get chummy with that guy because his girlfriend is an absolute angel towards everyone, he’s going to become an even bigger grump.

Or not, since he’s relatively drunk and the grumbling is just becoming an easy default.]

Rose, you could get along with anyone.

[She could convince a drowning man to drink.

Gokudera listens to Ochako huff and go on about Bakugou. He does not seem convinced. After all, the other had not helped him when he’d needed it. He needed help returning a book, compensation money for the book’s damage, and an apology letter to the local bookkeeper that had banned him from her store. He’d been under a curse, so didn’t even realize what he’d done wrong. Bakugou did not want to help him. Some great guy he was, sure. Yeah, super helpful. What a great hero he’d make, in Gokudera’s sarcastic, internal, biased opinion. He rolls his eyes as loud as he can.

Ochako can try to turn this conversation towards romance or fireworks, but Gokudera is visibly still grumpy about the other topic. He lifts an eyebrow at the suggestion of being alone with Aurora and seeing fireworks together.]

Do you like fireworks, Rose?

[He still has to make that big fireworks display for Alberto and Asriel. Fuck.]

Edited (Haha whoops) 2022-02-10 19:16 (UTC)

Your confidence in my being able to get along with anyone is sweet of you, my love.

And please, Lady Ochako, I hope your companion will feel I have earned it after we meet. He is, after all your friend, and loyalty, attentiveness, and perception are all incredibly admirable. He sounds much like my Aunt Merryweather. She is wickedly perceptive.

Fireworks? [She looked between Gokudera and Ochako.] I have only seen them from a very great distance. I would be able to see the kingdom setting them off from the forest miles away.

I've not seen them up close.

[Bakugou really isn't the easiest to get on with, Ochako knows this. The first impression he gives people is a big fat FUCK OFF (quite literally, actually), but she's seen the good side of him time and time again. It's not always apparent, and Bakugou is still learning and growing just as much as everyone else is - they're still very much kids, after all - but Ochako really just wishes everyone could look past his faults and see the wonderful, loyal, attentive, and truly heroic person she's come to see when around him. He's very near and dear to her heart, so while she understands, it's still not exactly great to hear someone badmouth him that isn't just playful teasing...

Hence why she moves on and addresses Aurora going forward.]

If you're anything like how Gokudera-san praises you, then I'm sure you'll be fine, ah--...oh, that reminds me. Um, would you prefer I called you Rose? O-Or Aurora? Eh...heheh, I keep hearing both, so I'm not sure which I should be using, I'm sorry. [Rubbing the back of her neck sheepishly, Ochako clears her throat.]

They're going to be a bit loud since it'll just be over and out in the gardens. It's a little scary up close because of the noise, but the lights and colors are lovely. There'll be hot drinks serves, and blankets to keep the cold away, too.

Oh, I’m just sharing what I believe is all.

[He’s not trying to be sweet. Anyone who could not get along well with Rose would likely be jealous of her or stupid.

Gokudera looks away as she goes on about Bakugou. He just doesn’t want to hear it. He should find that guy and talk to him… set some things straight. He’s looking about until Rose answers him, and smiles at her.

It’s okay if Ochako only addresses her, as he’s doing the same now, too.]

If they are too loud, we can head back inside. I’d love to watch them with you.

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