Topic: New Haven Summer Celebration

The Queen

Date: 2016-08-17 01:03 EST
You're invited to the New Haven Summer Celebration!

In order to celebrate Hope's defense against Anubis she is throwing a party to commemorate the occasion and you plus everyone you know are invited! The party will take place on Sunday the 21st from Noon until....we'll see!



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Afternoon Festivities The party is located at the New Haven Manor which boasts a breathtaking view of the lush green that surrounds the Manor on its tree-lined perimeter. It's antiquated charm has not been marred over the passing of time and its acres of green will serve host to the events that will be carried on throughout the day.

http://asianinamericamag.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1424-1024x682.jpg http://i1.wp.com/www.adoboflavourshop.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/PorkBBQ00.png Filipino-style Pork Barbecue provided by Matadero

http://search.chow.com/thumbnail/1280/800/www.chowstatic.com/assets/2014/09/30741_easy_bbq_baby_back_ribs_3000x2000.jpg http://sassyeats.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/DSC_2401-1048x696.jpg Barbecued Ribs & Wings provided by Sassy Owl Saloon

http://files.idssasp.com/public/C120/fdb3ac91-6c09-4226-9804-236d6942c83b.jpg Barrels of Badsider across the property provided by Badside Brewery

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http://i.huffpost.com/gen/1197932/images/o-SLIP-N-SLIDE-facebook.jpg You cannot miss the boss ass slip 'n slide

http://www.excelsportsproducts.com/images/E6727.jpg You better draft a good team for water polo or else

Evening Festivities Once the sun begins to set the Manor and the theme of the celebration will morph. With the aid from the Keeper of Fire, Jesse(don't say it two more times!) the Manor itself and the grounds will magically transform to allow the party and debauchery to extend into the night! All changes to the appearance and in contents will be temporary and will be reverted back in the morning.

http://i.imgur.com/jmjV6Mx.jpg The Manor shown in the original picture will be lit up at night like this one

http://i.imgur.com/5WArmQY.jpg If you thought you knew the Manor you're in for a treat when the night rolls around

http://i.imgur.com/RPWJGFz.jpg Every room will be lit and re-purposed for the evening entertainment

http://i.imgur.com/Ul2nld9.jpg Dining halls will remain inside with catered meals

http://i.imgur.com/SbcGeUo.jpg Countless bars will be arranged throughout the new labyrinth of the night time manor

http://i.imgur.com/2W2JVgB.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/IkBdFoN.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/vqSNnvI.jpg Vibrant drinks will be available throughout the night to match the setting

http://i.imgur.com/KfJ2y7t.jpg Sunset will mark the most extravagant transformation as Jesse will terramorph the grassy estate into a beach for all of the partygoers

Party Gifts & Lottery

Attendees will be given their choice of either a rubber ducky http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/New%20Haven%20Days.jpg or a martini glass http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/New%20Haven%20Nights.gif to remember the party.

The Lottery will consist of the following prizes and to be entered one must successfully push another attendee into the pool:

1. A life-size ice sculpture of Matt Simon http://designdrizzle.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Wonderful-Creative-Ice-Sculptures-47.jpg

2. A mystery gift! What's inside?! Who knows! http://www.wbiw.com/contests/images/thebox.png

3. An aged bottle of Cognac Hope found while cleaning the manor! https://s.graphiq.com/sites/default/files/971/media/images/t2/Hennessy_Cognac_Richard_Hennessy_6502345.jpg

4. A real ship in a bottle!(don't ask don't tell!) http://www.zastavki.com/pictures/2560x1600/2012/Creative_Wallpaper_Ship_in_a_Bottle_033481_.jpg

((OOC: Whew you made it! So there you have it, party at the New Haven Manor and you and literally everyone in Rhy'Din is invited. This is meant to be a Gatsby shindig with an anything goes party rules except you have to be respectful to the other goers! This is a board only event but I encourage any who take part to play out anything in the chats and to have fun with it. You can take whatever liberties with it that you want, if your character wants to enter the party riding their yacht through the beach at sunset or just stop in for a sausage, it's all welcome. The manor will revert to how it was the next day so no damages will be permanent. If you'd like either of the icons please just mention a specific time of day that you'll be visiting at and if you'd like to be counted in the lottery just make sure to mention who you're pushing in the pool! Anything from a polyvore to as many paragraphs as you like would be amazing. All icons and lottery prizes will be distributed on the RDI side. Thanks for reading this and I hope it's a lot of fun for everyone!))

The Queen

Date: 2016-08-17 01:16 EST
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Hope was being the best hostess ever and enjoyed the pool while taking part in all of the activities ever.

The Redneck

Date: 2016-08-18 15:06 EST
A celebration wasn't something the redneck was likely to miss.

The blonde wandered here and there, enjoying the sights and sounds and ...well pretty much anything and everything that could be enjoyed.

From dryish land to the water she went throughout the day and well into the evening with utter, laughing abandon.

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Nayun Takamine

Date: 2016-08-19 11:30 EST
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Modestly dressed until she felt it was the right time to swim. Then it was shedding away the floppy hat and dress to reveal the bikini beneath. She had wanted a one piece, but it seemed some coaxing from a certain someone had her choosing something which revealed more skin. At least there's leopard print on the bikini bottoms, which would most likely the reason why she accepted the choice. Nayun did as she normally would. Conversations were little to those outside of her sphere of focus and she declined any sort of alcoholic beverage and instead tasked herself to make sure Lisa wouldn't get too inebriated. While it took some moment of thought (more like an hour), Nayun would reach for Lisa's hand and set about the task of collecting seashells as souvenirs for her students back at the dojo.

She also had a crocodile beach towel. It didn't match her ensemble at all, but she really likes crocodiles.

Roach Lee

Date: 2016-08-19 22:49 EST
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Say what"

Huge ass mansion' Free food" Giant ass slip 'n slide" Free booze" Come again? She's in!

Partaking in all of the above, Roach rocks up but doesn't linger over-long, what with nefarious individuals skulking in the shadows of the city and all. But, she approaches everything with verve and gusto, cramming in as much as possible before exiting stage left. But not without high fiving The Queen on the way out with thanks for "all the epic shiz!"

Ducii

Date: 2016-08-21 02:32 EST
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Duci tried to coerce Terry into breakfast, but regardless of whether or not she was successful, she headed to the New Haven party by noon with her in tow.

Her first order was to obtain sticky fingers via filling her belly with barbecue kebabs, ribs and wings washed down with nothing tastier than Badsider. While she wasn't too shabby at water polo, she definitely tried to push Terry own the boss ass slip 'n' slide and challenged several people to a game of bags where she undoubtedly remained victorious with her magical sniping skills. After that, she's resigned herself to sunbathing in a pool float and sipping a beer.

As the sun sets, she's ready to lounge out on the beach sipping every single vibrant cocktail on the menu after enjoying a catered dinner. Staring up at the stars is one of her favorite pastimes, so it isn't until quite late that she reluctantly leaves to return to reality.

ShiftingSands

Date: 2016-08-21 11:54 EST
Kate showed up for the latter half of the celebration, once the sun went down and the nocturnal beat was thumping through her chest. In good spirits, she flirted outrageously with every person she met, whether it was in front of partners or not. Hell, she'd flirt with the partner, too. Taking pictures left and right, collecting numbers and working her way through the crowd, Kate made sure to keep her drink full at all times.

Little Bug was molested in the normal manner if their paths happened to cross, turning on some extra charm for her favorite pest.

If the hostess herself was found, Kate wouldn't leave without another girl's night planned.

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King

Date: 2016-08-21 14:43 EST
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Coerce? It wouldn't take much effort from Duci to get Terry to do something for her. Slightly burnt pancakes due to talking too much most likely led into a restaurant visit then swimsuit shopping.

Pool lounging, barbecue eating, and beer drinking. That's the big three of her night. Wait, add blondes to to the list and make it a big four then. The party was a good way to finish off her mini-vacation from work. She'd sadly most likely be a little hung over for the Monday morning staff meeting.

Cory Sommers

Date: 2016-08-21 15:19 EST
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He wouldn't do much pushing into the pool, had he tried it would likely end up with Cory in the water. It's a good thing he brought two beach towels to the party.

KhaoticBliss

Date: 2016-08-21 15:48 EST
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The Harley bearing Saila and Hex pulled up at the New Haven Manor sometime mid-afternoon. In a highly uncharacteristic move, the purple haired girl actually tried some of the pork barbecue, most likely (definitely) because she thought maybe it was from Matadero Meats. She had a few bites and then passed the plate off to whoever nearby felt like finishing it.

With a Badsider in hand, the couple undoubtedly tried a couple of games of bean bag toss, at least one of them against Duci (Saila probably lost). Then it was time to check out the giant slip n slide, where it could be that she challenged Roach to a race to the bottom while Hex got volunteered (voluntold") to play judge.

While they didn't join in on the water polo, Saila had learned from some of the other guests that there might be a prize if you successfully pushed someone in the pool. Never one to look away from a challenge, the girl spent some time sizing up the potential vict—opportunities nearby.

On her first try, she made the mistake of actually telling Hex what she was up to, and he stood there with his arms crossed and a huge smirk on his face, completely immovable, while she pushed and pushed at him and made no progress. The big guy eventually shook his head with a laugh, wrapped both arms around her and fell backwards into the pool, effectively dunking them both. Oops.

Thwarted, (or was she" Technically her intended target did end up in the pool") the purple haired girl climbed out of the water, wringing out her I Woke Up This Way tshirt. After trying to mitigate the damage with her black "Weirdo' beach towel, the two of them would sprawl on a chaise longue in the sun for a time, nursing more Badsiders, trying to dry out. There would be a smile and a wave for Thorn if she happened by while they were lounging, and plenty of charming banter should Kate stop to flirt with either or both of them.

A devilish grin curled into place when Saila spied a Grey lurking in the shadows. With a quick "be right back" whispered to Hex, the purple haired girl was up and stalking, which is to say that she stood up, cupped one hand around the side of her mouth and yelled a "Hey That Guy! C"mere!" to get his attention.

When he was close enough, the girl opened her arms as though to greet her friend with a hug, (a thing he maybe should have been, or was, suspicious of) only to put all of her slight weight behind pushing him into the pool the moment he stepped forward. Saila caught Grey at least a little off balance, or maybe he just didn't care enough to stop her, because her efforts this time were successful!

...Unfortunately (for Saila), as he fell backwards, Grey snagged the girl's wrist and she found herself yanked face first underwater for a second time. Snickering as she surfaced, she stuck her tongue out at him, probably calling him something colorful in his own native language.

His answer was to give her a smirk and a shake of his head. "Awww, Legs. Ya got my smokes wet.?

Hex and Roach could probably be heard laughing nearby.

(written in collaboration with Hex and The Grey Market)

BardGallant

Date: 2016-08-21 16:06 EST
Dris showed up, because somebody told him there was a party! He spent his time socializing with everybody he stumbled across. Everybody. None of the food interested him, and nobody could say they actually saw him eating. He helped himself to all the available booze, however. It's safe to say he was not the least bit sober the entire time he was there, and passed out drunk in a corner at least once or twice somewhere. At some point he found a puppy, made best friends with it, and took it home.

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The Grey Market

Date: 2016-08-21 16:21 EST
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"There's a what? Sounds - nah, I can't. I'm busy."

"Well, all work and no play makes Grey a real ***. Seriously, get the hell out there and live a little. Your girlfriend's goin'."

"She's n- okay, I'm in."

And he's quick to find Roach there, too, poppin' out of seemingly nowhere to surprise her with a cold beer and a smoke at exactly the right time. Not like he stays glued to her side, but he always seems to be somewhere in the vicinity, head on a swivel - watchin' for certain Menacing suspects, sure, but also because it's a veritable smorgasboard of pretty ladies in scanty clad, a fine celebration of what makes summer, summer.

Maybe that's why he's suckered into Saila's cunning trap, or maybe it's just 'cause it's baited with....well, her. Blame it on the distraction of those legs in those shorts, it's a wonder his reflexes are even quick enough to snag her wrist as he's goin' in an' pull her in after him.

Treadin' water in his stockin' feet, his steel toes headed for the bottom of the deep end, he can only smirk an' shake his head. "Aww, Legs. Ya got my smokes wet."

Carrion caw laughter snaps his attention to the side of the pool like it was pulled on a line, and he swims over to the edge where Roach is standin' with her hands on her hip, purse and a plate of food sittin' on a nearby table. "New look, baby boy?"

"Yeah, yeah," he grumps at her, green eyes sparkin' with what should have been warning mischief. "I wasn't plannin' on goin' swimmin' in this. Help me outta here, will ya lyubovnik?" And too trustin', that hand extended....and a blonde dreaded Hellion soon joining them in the water.

"Ah, crap! Your smokes!" He yelps and starts to push himself out of the pool. He's barely halfway up before two arms like steel cables wrap around his neck and yank him back in and under, her voice like warm honey in his ear when she finally deigns to let him surface again.

"Mine are in my purse, gangster."

And then there's laughter, and splashing, and for a while things don't look quite so grim...

With thanks to Roach Lee and Khaotic Bliss

Eden Parker

Date: 2016-08-21 17:29 EST
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Eden was super excited to be at the party with Cory! But when it came time to throw someone in the pool, she had a different target in mind, making a serious effort to throw Aric in the water, taking a run at him every time he approached the edge, even if she had to sacrifice herself in the process.

Addie was the one who caught her though, coming a little too near the edge of the pool and then paying for it when Addie helped her into the water. As soon as she started to fall, she reached out to grab Cory and took him with her, giving Addie a two-for-one. She surfaced giggling, of course, and then ran out of the pool, dragging Cory along as she headed over to Bailey so he would dry her shorts for her.

Eden stayed all day until it came time for dueling, then hurried over to watch Hydra duels before returning for another free meal and more fun!

Yasmin

Date: 2016-08-21 18:18 EST
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Lyall British

Date: 2016-08-21 19:37 EST
He's always kinda, you know, figuring his way around a place. Usually, he was told he was looking older. Or younger. It was that kinda spaghetti thing that time did and he wasn't exactly great at explaining it. The last time he tried to talk about his age Saila had looked at him a bit oddly. He'd gotten things like relativity involved, how old he'd be there verse now and when, exactly, was she talking about this or that. All he could really say was about how old he was, presently. At the time they talked" Thirty-Five. That was a few weeks ago.

Presently' He was twenty-five, prior to having even met Saila. It'd be one of those days where people might say he looked young, this time. It all got a bit turned around.

There was always the need to find something, though, and that's why he was at the party. Constantly the errand boy, he'd come to the party for the opportunity to find the locksmith and to eat the free food. And avoid what should probably not be a near-death experience. Also, to avoid most of the women. Too much eye contact could have started giving any of them ideas and there wasn't a whole lot of promise that there would be time. Not that kind of time. Time enough just for an introduction. Not time-time. Just time.

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The BBQ was really good. The party was good but it was as the saying went: The odds were good but the goods were odd. Keep moving. Oh, is that a pool" And UV lights and dance music? This party was getting dangerous, not unlike a handful of carnivals he'd experienced.

Lyall often found himself in the midst of avoiding things, but not the rubber duckies. Those were pretty benign. Even over a drink or two (they glowed but he was trying not to think too hard about that part), he rather enjoyed giving his ducky a squeeze. The quack-squeal of rubber was hard not to smile about. He spent the evening, well, being Lyall. This meant that he comfortably went about spilling lots of trivia facts to those polite enough to listen. He had a way of winding out his words and not really, always, getting to the point despite how clear it felt to him.

It also meant that when wandering around like he did, he was an easy victim for pool shoving. Beyond his old, stuffy Victorian garb and librarian-build, he was rather fascinated by the pools, not being able to help but mutter about how Chlorine was this and that on the periodic table of elements. His hands were occupied. There was a rubber ducky in one hand and glowy drink in the other.

Was anybody here a locksmith' Know of a good locksmith' Huh.

((OOC— feel free to give Lyall a shove. ))

Sabine

Date: 2016-08-21 19:38 EST
Sabine and Josiah would show up at some point. Although Sabine is not a great swimmer, she felt some sort of obligation to at least make an appearance and thank Hope for putting the event together. Ulterior motives were of course happening, like her wanting to scout out what the New Haven barony had to offer for future reference.

Since Sabine is not a strong swimmer, she stayed away from the water for the most part and would only approach it if Josiah was with her. This means she did not attempt to throw anyone in out of fear of retaliation.

If anyone did throw her in, certainly Josiah was in a moment later to help her. Without a doubt, she sampled the food and drinks.

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Lisa Takamine

Date: 2016-08-21 19:58 EST
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"What' It's a one-piece," Lisa would proclaim to any and all gawkers as she prowled by them in her swimsuit. And when Nayun decided it was time to swim, there'd be a shrill and loud wolf whistle with barking laughter to follow at anyone else who stared.

Games were afoot throughout the day, and Lisa would push (anyone who wouldn't give too much of a fight, with the exception of Nayun) and likely would be pushed in return, into the pool countless times. More than one of the pool floaties may have been accidently punctured by a claw, leaving Lisa to shape red lips in an O formation before a teasing tone of "Oops!" followed.

Saved from an extensive hangover by Nayun's watchful eye of her alcohol intake, the pair could be seen wandering the beach to collect those shells for Nayun's students.

Taneth

Date: 2016-08-21 19:59 EST
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Taneth did arrive with her Pookie. If anyone asks her about peanut butter sandwich deliveries then she would act surprised, of course. She stayed for a long time and enjoyed everything, except she didn't eat or drink. At the end, she did seem like she spent some time communing with the setting sun. She even brought Hope a flower crown like what she was wearing.

Lucy Mitford

Date: 2016-08-21 20:00 EST
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Lucy arrived in the late afternoon to enjoy the last of the sun by the pool. She stayed far to the edge of it once she realized there was some pushing going on, and instead settled on a lounge under an umbrella where she could stay safely dry. As the party turned towards the nighttime, she took her bag inside to freshen up and change her shoes, then found Kate to be her companion for at least a little hard partying!

Flowing Tears

Date: 2016-08-21 20:02 EST
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Get Rhydin Girl waaaaaaasted before the Talon' Sounded like a plan.

Serah Farron

Date: 2016-08-21 21:39 EST
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While a little more to herself than normal, Serah popped up but remained waterside or in the water. Now all she needed was pizza and some Guinness!

Mark Low

Date: 2016-08-21 21:50 EST
Aftah they come back from Aunt Rally's, there weren't tah much room tah jist be a couple or relax. Folks in camp hit him up fer things, most o' which weren't tha end o' tha world but needed doin" befer someone's life got miserable. Mark had tah do some budget balancing, set some folks tah fencing things and offerin" some services. With gyspies, dat could be anything from a watch tah sex. One jist nevah knew.

So when tha party rolled around" Well, it were a chance for free food, some swimming, and tah peel away from the whole o' everyone and let it be jist him and Grace fer a few hours. He got on tha get up he could find fer nothing and made real nice with polite smiles when they arrived. Fer him, though, it was clear he were all in fer some martini glasses. With an arm around Grace, they was the sidelong couple dat a few mighta known individually or tahgether. Mark was the gypsy king and Grace dun about half the hair in dis town. Still, despite everythin", it was good tah be back. Mehbe Quinn, Ian and Dave would show. Now and din his eyes shot around, lookin" tah see any familiar faces from his campside at tha pool.

"Oi, love, yah see dat?" Mark pointed further do tha way, his hand slippin" intah her back pocket. Seemed like he was getting? friendly with her, just until his shoulder bumped her's and he grinned. He taken her cell phone outta her back pocket when she got tha shove. Intah the pool with her, apparently!

Grace Low

Date: 2016-08-21 22:21 EST
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There was a sharp squeak and then a splash, and a much startled Grace found herself in the pool. With an expression about as menacing as a wet kitten, the tiny stylist surfaced, slapping her hand against the water's surface once to splash the Gypsy King in retaliation before she climbed out again.

And lo, the pout was mighty.

The pout could only be appeased by a sampling of all the different foods on offer, a few trips on the slip and slide, and — once the sun went down —one or two of those beautiful multi colored drinks.

Stopping for a time to socialize with Serah, it seemed Grace had forgotten about the pool-pushing incident altogether until one point when she turned to find Mark in conversation with Saila near the water's edge. Unable to resist the opportunity, she held one finger to her lips to bid for the girl with the purple hair's silence and crept up behind him, all stealthy like.

Since she couldn't hope to best him on strength or size, the tiny stylist would have to rely on surprise. When she was maybe five feet away, the girl put on a burst of speed, hoping to use that built up momentum as their bodies collided, her hands outstretched, to claim her vengeance.

If her effort was successful, the victory dance was epic.

Hex

Date: 2016-08-22 01:24 EST
As the afternoon rolled into evening, both Saila and Hex were pleasantly surprised and impressed by the lights that lit up the manor grounds, and the manor itself (inside and out.)

Drying off from the water fight, they enjoyed and consumed plenty of drinks. All the different colors, and neither were easily able to get sloshed, so no harm done there. Though it was safe to say that Hex had much more of a "buzz" than Saila did. Enough of a buzz that he lost a bit of inhibitions and might've tried to pull Saila on the brightly lit dance floor for a dance or two.

Testing out a few more of those bright drinks, they made their way to the transmorphed beach. Lounging in the sand, conversing with those they knew.

At some point in the night, he might've initiated a familiar game of tag with Saila. The big guy was immovable while still, but thanks to that game of tag and maybe a little bit too much confidence while he was running backwards with that goofy grin, she leaped at him! Between the water and uneven sand, the purple haired vixen got her vengeance from the pool incident. The tower of a man went tumbling down into the watery sand, a grin on his face the entire time. To which affections were likely exchanged, and with a glance around to others, the big guy would "steal" Saila while the others were distracted.

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_________________________ Written in collab with KhaoticBliss.

The Queen

Date: 2016-08-24 13:07 EST
((I want to thank all of you who contributed to this event first and foremost! I'm going to keep it open for submissions until Sunday just for any late goers and will be getting all of the icons out asap. Sorry for the delay I underestimated the turnout but I'm so happy that was the case :smile: As soon as I get those settled I will be taking care of the raffle and will post the results in another post.))

Andromeda

Date: 2016-08-24 14:59 EST
She probably should not have come, but it was worth lying about.

After biking away from the house, she pedaled for the New Haven Manor just shortly after noon. Politely, she parked her bike off to the side and left it leaning against a tree. The black tee was pulled off and stuffed into the basket of the bike, revealing a red and white polka dot swimsuit. Keeping her sandals and jean shorts on, she slung a black towel around her shoulders and started for the manor. She easily fell in a few steps behind a group of 6 or 7, appearing to be in with them, but anyone with a keen eye would note otherwise. Aside from the green hair, the fact she was wearing gloves was probably memorable, but this was Rhy'din so it wasn't exactly weird, right'

Truthfully, she knew absolutely no one, and that was just fine with her. Andy fit just right in, joining a group for Cornhole. While she very studiously avoided the pool area herself, it's very possible she hip-checked Lyall as he studied one of the pools, hopefully managing to cause him a good splash into the chlorine infested waters. She cackled at the splash, turning her head to look over her shoulder and smile wickedly. Then she was off, hopefully getting as far away from the pool as possible before anyone could retaliate. She nibbled on meaty food from the feast, enjoying the ribs the most and even tempted fate by taking an offered Badsider. Grimacing, she lifted it for a sip, and was quite surprised to find out she actually enjoyed it. "Not bad," Andy commented, nodding her head in approval. At some point she made thanks to the gracious host, trying to remain as nondescript as possible in case anyone found out about her outing.

Before the sun began it's descent into the horizon, she left as inconspicuously as she arrived (with a rubber duck in tow, so maybe not so suave) so that she could meet her unfortunate curfew.

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The Queen

Date: 2016-08-29 16:46 EST
Big thanks to everyone who came out to support the New Haven Summer Celebration! Everyone should have received at the least the icon for the time of day they specified, if they didn't specify one I tried to get everyone both, but near the end I was running out so I kind of had to make due. If you didn't get the ducky and wanted one or martini glass, let me know and I'll accommodate any requests in PM!

Our lottery winners are as follows:

1. http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/Matt%20Simon%20Ice%20Sculpture.jpg The Matt Simon Ice Sculpture (actual size) goes to ....Hex!

2. http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/Baby%20Penguin.jpg The Mystery Box contained a Baby Penguin who occasionally freezes himself, don't worry he'll thaw out fine, was won by ....Grey!

3. http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/Aged%20Cognac.jpg This fine bottle of Aged Cognac which was dwelling inside the New Haven Manor for x time is awarded to ....Mark!

4. http://rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/shop/images/Real%20Ship%20in%20a%20Bottle.jpg Last but not least this real ship in a bottle(don't ask!) shall be handed over to none other than ....Grace!

Thanks again to everyone who participated and helped make this be a success :grin: