Party at Mambi's realm, all are invited!

[Firuthi Dragovic]

That is how I predicted you would answer. The Temporal Lords are tasked with making sure no one abuses the timeline to sabotage the Architects or the fabric of this reality. Anyone you think could be up to that responsibility and not let god-like time travel powers go to their head would be a good candidate.

"I'll see what I can come up with. Kurt and Oriana probably have a few guesses at candidates, but we'll need to think about this over some food."

"I've probably got some good questions to ask a prospective candidate, Dad."

"Just be aware, Ahrakas, you may essentially be conducting an interview. I don't know how normal that is for picking Temporal Lords."

"No worries about specific proficiencies? Just ethics and a respect for duty? I must admit I'm a bit surprised that's all that it takes to make a good candidate, Ahrakas."

 

[Joltaire]

Wunai sees the temporal lords in the distance. “Wonder if they know where I can find people to transform.”
He stalks the temporal lords from afar.

 

[Baron Tredegar]

"I'll see what I can come up with. Kurt and Oriana probably have a few guesses at candidates, but we'll need to think about this over some food."

"I've probably got some good questions to ask a prospective candidate, Dad."

"Just be aware, Ahrakas, you may essentially be conducting an interview. I don't know how normal that is for picking Temporal Lords."

"No worries about specific proficiencies? Just ethics and a respect for duty? I must admit I'm a bit surprised that's all that it takes to make a good candidate, Ahrakas."

Dont forget about having an extended lifespan that is expected to be extended by billions of years.

 

[Joltaire]

Wuanai approaches the temporal lord. “Greetings, I’m a transhifter fox. I have the ability to transform people, do you have any Idea as to where I can find people to transform, maybe a village?”

 

[Firuthi Dragovic]

Dont forget about having an extended lifespan that is expected to be extended by billions of years.

"Ah, right. The long haul. Alright, we'll bring that up with the candidates and see what we get."

"For now, there's food waiting for us."

"Sorry we won't get to speak much yet, Raine, but a lot happened in the last few hours. Dad wants to process it and be a proper father for a bit."

"To the dining hall."

"I'll call you up once I have the people, Ahrakas."

Firuthi and the otters exited the pool area, making their way to the dining hall.

 

[Baron Tredegar]

Wuanai approaches the temporal lord. “Greetings, I’m a transhifter fox. I have the ability to transform people, do you have any Idea as to where I can find people to transform, maybe a village?”

The Temporal Lord turns to face you. His gold and white armor gleaming in the light with his crimson cape sharply contrasting. Greetings, my name is Ahrakas, I have a feeling we may be needing your services in the future. As for people you can transform now I have a feeling our host could provide for that.

"Ah, right. The long haul. Alright, we'll bring that up with the candidates and see what we get."

"For now, there's food waiting for us."

"Sorry we won't get to speak much yet, Raine, but a lot happened in the last few hours. Dad wants to process it and be a proper father for a bit."

"To the dining hall."

"I'll call you up once I have the people, Ahrakas."

Firuthi and the otters exited the pool area, making their way to the dining hall.

Ahrakas waved as Firuthi and the otters left. Now Raine (@Mambi) I am quite skilled in the art of dance. He gave a sly smile.

 

[Joltaire]

Transhifter foxes have the ability to change the form of other living things around it. They travel from world to world transforming those around them who they find deserving, or just for fun. The more people they transform the more powerful their magic gets.

 

[Joltaire]

“Alright then just lead me to them.”

 

[Baron Tredegar]

“Alright then just lead me to them.”

Hey Aurora (@Mambi) you got anyone this fine fellow can transform?

 

[Universe]

*Kronos walks in about to go insane giggling madly to himself*

 

[Joltaire]

“Who are you?”

 

[Universe]

“Who are you?”

Kronos:”I am Kronos the god of time” *He says laughing insanely*

 

[Badgermansam]

<the skunk laughs wildly and bops your hips with hers> Dance all night? Oh baby I can do lots of things all night, honey! Just warmin' up for the dance competition and this year I'm taking the gold baby! WOOO yeah, stripes for da wiin! <she whoops in joy and bops her tail even harder as the deer just sighs softly and explains>

Mambi holds a dance competition every year for fun, Sheila's never won before, and is determined to take it. Anyone can join, no talent or experience needed. We had some breakdancing bunnies before, a tiger doing trap style, and last year some duck (@Marius Merganser ) actually started tango dancing with the AI bunny Aurora! It was the wildest thing but props to them they were pretty good. <she shrugs and smiles as her hips sway gently to the beat> Anyway, that;'s what she's talking about...

<the skunk pushes her way in front of you as she dances as her friend gives her a side-eye> Yeeeeah, that's it all right, and you handsome are my ticket to win!!!

<Urthstrype chuckles, he likes her high energy, it's a good Yong to his very low energy Yang.> Plenty of things I can do all night too Sheila. But let's stay on topic... a dance competition you say...

<Despite shamelessly flirting, Strype -was- a fixer, and he reckoned this was something he could fix.> I think this is something I could sink my teeth into, a little side hustle... something amusing. Of course I'll join you in this competition, what sort of dance do you enjoy?

<Strype was more than happy when Sheila pushes in front of him and reciprocates, pulling her closer and wrapping his hands around her waist, perhaps a bit more intimate but she did keep calling him Handsome and this was after all, an intimate conversation.>

 

[Firuthi Dragovic]

With Ahrakas off on other business, Hortense and Hayagriva set to enjoying themselves at the party.

Hortense mainly set herself to the sweeter items on the buffet line. Hayagriva had a taste for nuts... after he figured out the whole barrier thing.

At some point during the party, Hayagriva hesitated for an instant and pulled out his communicator. He stepped away from the buffet line and hit a few buttons on it, looking as if he was sifting through some information. Hortense noticed this, got a glance at the screen.... and hustled over.

"You don't want that on a public screen, Hayagriva!"

"Why not, Hortense?"

There was a gasp and a thud behind the two of them, as a rather tall bunny had just fainted.

"That's why. The forms from last reality tend to shock others."

Hortense knelt by the fallen bunny, trying to get him away from the crowd. She noticed a name somewhere on the bunny's attire.

"Michel? Michel, wake up!"

Hortense was able to get the tall bunny into a chair.

"Hayagriva, get some water, quickly! And turn that thing off before anyone else goes crazy!"

Hayagriva gave Hortense a glass of water and she splashed it in the bunny's face. He also hit a button and his communicator went dark.

"Michel (@Mambi )! Are you okay? Look, how many fingers am I holding up?"

She was holding up three, in fact.

 

[Mambi]

Ahrakas waved as Firuthi and the otters left. Now Raine (@Mambi) I am quite skilled in the art of dance. He gave a sly smile.

<the doe giggles bashfully as she starts to walk to the change room while talking> That is great to hear! I was hoping to wow them with some classical waltz but I do know several others if you have a preference yourself? Last I heard Mambi was still setting up the room so we have time on this one. Just one second please, I'll be right out.

<stopping at a open-faced room, she steps inside and casually waves her paw. Instantly the air between you and her shimmers and darkens in a holographic shroud as you hear the sounds of her clothes being removed from behind the screen> Those seem to be nice friends of yours, I wonder if they would be interested? Ah well, I'm sure they'll see the announcement eventually. It's hard to miss a twenty foot holographic floating bunny head after all!

<you see her casually step through the shroud effortlessly, wearing a low-cut scarlet red dress and matching high-gloves. She lifts her hand to yours and smiles warmly as the shroud shimmers and vanishes behind her automatically> There, all dressed and all yours now, "your excellency" <she giggles teasingly but respectfully still> Maybe we can get a chance to practice a little, if you wish?

 

[Universe]

*Kronos was about to trip the structure’s security system with his insanity*

 

[Mambi]

<Urthstrype chuckles, he likes her high energy, it's a good Yong to his very low energy Yang.> Plenty of things I can do all night too Sheila. But let's stay on topic... a dance competition you say...

<Despite shamelessly flirting, Strype -was- a fixer, and he reckoned this was something he could fix.> I think this is something I could sink my teeth into, a little side hustle... something amusing. Of course I'll join you in this competition, what sort of dance do you enjoy?

<Strype was more than happy when Sheila pushes in front of him and reciprocates, pulling her closer and wrapping his hands around her waist, perhaps a bit more intimate but she did keep calling him Handsome and this was after all, an intimate conversation.>

<the skunk slows down just enough to talk reasonably> OH wow, like, that's awe-some! LISA, look, I got a partner now, you're off the hook!!! Mmmm, trading up too it seems, noice!! <she giggles impishly as she lets her tail run along your outer leg and hips> I like all styles of dance, hippy-hop, clubbin' groovin' and moovin' too!!! I just like, feel the music flowing through me and let it go, y'know? It's like, a natural flow that comes through, and that;s my art! Works best with a few drink to really let loose, woohoo!

<she jumps into the air as the bass drops in the song, the deer beside her trying hard to stiffle a laugh.> Er, yeah Sheila, that's your <ahem> "unique" style all right...

 

[Mambi]

Hortense was able to get the tall bunny into a chair.

"Hayagriva, get some water, quickly! And turn that thing off before anyone else goes crazy!"

Hayagriva gave Hortense a glass of water and she splashed it in the bunny's face. He also hit a button and his communicator went dark.

"Michel (@Mambi )! Are you okay? Look, how many fingers am I holding up?"

She was holding up three, in fact.

<the bunny starts to blink hard now, catching his breath and trying to focus> Umm...four? No, wait...three! Yeah, three. Three I'm sure, thanks.

<he rubs his paw across his cheeks, wiping the water from his soaked fur> Oh my...how...how do some creatures do that? I know I shouldn't judge but still, we usually just have vegetarian here so...wow...bit of a shock... <he sits down again and places his head in his paws gently> I do apologize, and thank you for helping me.

 

[Mambi]

Hey Aurora (@Mambi) you got anyone this fine fellow can transform?

<the holobunny examines the newcomer and tilts her head curiously> Transform? As in to alter physical parameters? No such user has made any requests at this time, however...query: @Joltaire , what are the physical limitations to your capabilities? Are they magical in nature or performed through some other means, as my particle sensors can only detect non-magical phenomenon, and therefore my sensor's scanning range is limited. There may be a use for the ability depending on it's nature.

<the holobunny looks on uncharacteristically curious, the rest of the guests seen through her transparent form>

 

[Universe]

*Kronos runs off only to get tripped by Solaris*

 

[Badgermansam]

<the skunk slows down just enough to talk reasonably> OH wow, like, that's awe-some! LISA, look, I got a partner now, you're off the hook!!! Mmmm, trading up too it seems, noice!! <she giggles impishly as she lets her tail run along your outer leg and hips> I like all styles of dance, hippy-hop, clubbin' groovin' and moovin' too!!! I just like, feel the music flowing through me and let it go, y'know? It's like, a natural flow that comes through, and that;s my art! Works best with a few drink to really let loose, woohoo!

<she jumps into the air as the bass drops in the song, the deer beside her trying hard to stiffle a laugh.> Er, yeah Sheila, that's your <ahem> "unique" style all right...

<Strype pulled a genuine smile, it had been a while since he had such a wholesome goal in mind; it made a nice change to bashing the skulls of drug dealers and pimps that's for sure. He pauses to sip his Pineapple rum, still very sweet, but he could handle sweet. And all things considered right now he tried to ignore the surge of excitement the Skunks tail caress gave him.> Perhaps something Jazzy, like swing. Dirty Dancing, for a touch of cheap VHS nostalgia... I wouldn't say no to something fiery and sensual, considering my dancing partner.

<Perhaps a bit cheeky, but Urthstrype winks at Sheila. Though couldn't help but think the natural flowing Skunkess might prove a challenging partner. He did love a challenge...>

 

[Firuthi Dragovic]

<the bunny starts to blink hard now, catching his breath and trying to focus> Umm...four? No, wait...three! Yeah, three. Three I'm sure, thanks.

<he rubs his paw across his cheeks, wiping the water from his soaked fur> Oh my...how...how do some creatures do that? I know I shouldn't judge but still, we usually just have vegetarian here so...wow...bit of a shock... <he sits down again and places his head in his paws gently> I do apologize, and thank you for helping me.

"If anyone should be apologizing, it's me. I kind of... didn't realize the issue."

"Either way, you're welcome."

"As for how they do that.... funny thing, that was the question on my mind. What do you think, Hortense?"

"That situation you caught a glimpse of... as far as I know, there's only eight beings who can do that. Six of them are dragons. One of the other two is a snake. The last is a fox/wolf hybrid."

"That was a lion and a gecko on the screen..."

"Listen, Hayagriva. Find a private booth where no one can look... and message the guy who showed you that. Tell him to keep watching those two, see if they can safely catch a moment where they're not like that. Or find some evidence that they're faking that look."

"Okay, I'll see what I can do."

"There's only so much I can explain about what that was without long-winded discussions about the nature of reality, but I'm at least thankful you didn't completely break, Michel."

 

[Firuthi Dragovic]

*Kronos runs off only to get tripped by Solaris*

Part of Oliver had wondered where Kronos had run off to.

"I hope that guy's alright. He had a lot to process."

This, between bouts of chocolate-covered fruit. He would have tried for chocolate-covered peanuts, too, if that barrier didn't get in the way.

 

[Firuthi Dragovic]

"Ah, right. The long haul. Alright, we'll bring that up with the candidates and see what we get."

"For now, there's food waiting for us."

"Sorry we won't get to speak much yet, Raine, but a lot happened in the last few hours. Dad wants to process it and be a proper father for a bit."

"To the dining hall."

"I'll call you up once I have the people, Ahrakas."

Firuthi and the otters exited the pool area, making their way to the dining hall.

Firuthi and the otters eventually made their way to the dining area.

"So, kids, I was told our area had to be a bit separate..."

"Why?"

"Because apparently fish smell bad."

"That's how you know they're fresh."

Firuthi tried to flag down one of the bunnies.

"Excuse me, I was informed by Aurora (@Mambi ) that fish were available... and that we were going to have to be seated a bit separate from everyone else due to it...?"

 

[Universe]

Part of Oliver had wondered where Kronos had run off to.

"I hope that guy's alright. He had a lot to process."

This, between bouts of chocolate-covered fruit. He would have tried for chocolate-covered peanuts, too, if that barrier didn't get in the way.

*He sees Kronos running around laughing hysterically*