(1306) Coronation of Summer

[Changeling ST]

This event takes place in the evening, on June 27th, 2013

The days were growing longer, and the nights were getting hotter and stickier. All the signs pointed to the fact that the season of desire was coming to an end.

Summer had Come.

The Quicksilver Gate had been decorated to reflect it, in addition to being the simple kick off party that Gianna had wanted it. This was not the hedge, and as such decorations were hung and lifted by hand. Unfortunately for those who had become accustomed to the grandeur of the Coronations held in the Four Seasons commons, there was still an understated elegance to the set up. Large silken drapes of crimson fabric hang from the walls of the gallery, covering the paintings before their first true showing.

Both of the two mini-restaurants had been opened for the occasion, manned by those of unseen hands. Along the central wrought iron table was a feast set by none other than Mrs. Rosemary herself. As always the spread of dishes was impressive, with exotic salads and huge servings of meat piled up high on large platters. A bed of freshly cut roses had been carefully placed between all of the dishes, making the scent of the food not only more effective to sit in the mind but also to act as an advertisement for the the Ogress’ new location of business: The Rose Garden

Across the large checkerboard room, the starbucks-knock off was set up as close to a bar as was possible for changelings, behind the counter, instead of the familiar countenance of Sam, there was someone else.

Two large Braziers had been placed at the entrance, illuminating the metal gate with a flickering golden glow that found it’s ways through the rest of the establishment’s open area. Heat radiated from them, knocking the temperature up a few additional degrees. Gianna stood between them, her mask hardened, prepared to greet any approaching lost who needed to be shown their way.

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[Anubite25]

Stripes has his head low as he wanders through the Quicksilver Gate.

This feels wrong. Wrong to be holding the coronation somewhere other than the Four Seasons. Wrong to be doing it with so many friends missing or dead. But then, nothing about the situation has truly felt right since the dragon...

The tiger has somehow worked up the will to dress in his slacks and collared shirt. No tie, collar button undone, but his hair is combed. He owes that much to the changing of the seasons. That and to the others that will still be around. This being the first big gathering, it's a chance to see just how many of them are left. His mantle seems to be flaring with his unease, the sounds of growls echoing quietly about him and brief flashes of motion causing his eyes to twitch nervously.

The smells reach his nose first, and Stripes pauses at the doorway for a second. The buffet tables are still there, still loaded with Ms. Rosemary's cooking. There's no mistaking it, especially with Spring's former queen herself near them. He gives a smile at the sight of something familiar at least.

Mal is familiar too, but seems occupied with the woman she's talking to. Stripes decides to wander aside and wait for the time being. Better to see just who else will show up.

Hopefully a few more familiar faces.

[Tally Benoit]

Tally spots Stripes ahead of her as she enters through the Quicksilver Gate. Looking around, she can't help but compare it to the previous setting within the Four Seasons. She recalls the two Summer Coronations and wonders what to expect during this one.

After all, Spartan wasn't around to assume the Crown and neither was the King before him, Rust. She smiles sadly, after all, it's not just Spartan that's gone from the Freehold, so, too, is Terri of Autumn. Hopefully Al will be attending, I wouldn't mind talking with him. She thinks to herself as she picks up her pace and says, "Hey Stripes. How have you been?"

[Al-Adin]

Al-Adin knows things are different. After all, he got taken again what was apparently several months ago, but to him it seems like only a few weeks at most. Stupid hedge, making him confused.
But he knows a party when he sees one, and this one is going to be a good one. He's made a promise after all.

He's wearing something different tonight. A pale blue sleeveless undershirt, laden down with several pockets, and a darker blue vest overriding it. He's wearing blue cargo pants, and a bright green sash for a belt.
And following him is the ever-present laughter of children.

He sees Tally and Stripes talking and gives a wave, before heading over to the new person he doesn't know.

"Hiya! I'm Al-Adin! Whats your name?" He says, extending a hand to Mal. He looks at Gianna, and there is a tension as he remembers her, before he shrugs, smiles, and lets the past be the past. "And good to see you Gianna."

Greebs

[Anubite25]

Stripes looks up at Tally's greeting, his tense shoulders relaxing.

"Tally, hi," he says, the growls in his mantle quieting at the sight of a friend. "Not bad, I guess."

It's good to see the other hunterheart. Stripes gestures to some of the seats, hoping to take a load off for a bit.

"Kinda weird coming some place new for the coronation, huh?" he asks.

[Tally Benoit]

"Yea, it is to have the Coronation anywhere other then the Hollow at the Four Seasons." Tally admits to Stripes. She looks about, taking note of those arriving, returning Al's wave.

"So, you think there's going to be a few minutes of silence for those of us who lost their lives when the Four Seasons fell?" She asks him, after all, a number of those lost had been long term residents, Spartan and Terri had been here longer then her and they both deserve to be mourned.