hadriel | Video One: The Play's the Thing (backdated to August 12th)

[the video opens on a young woman sitting sideways on a large, overstuffed armchair. legs crossed and slung over one arm, head resting on the other. she's got an anticipatory smile on her face, like someone who has a secret]

First thing is, I don't know most of you and most of you don't know me, so Alice? This is Hadriel. Hadriel? This is Alice. Moving on.

Okay, I think we're all in agreement that the entertainment options around here? Suck. [she waves a hand] With the exception of the Speakeasy because who doesn't love booze? But anyway, entertainment!

We have no TVs. No movies. No internet. Not even books. [she rolls her eyes to show what she thinks about that option] But there's one thing we do have and that's people.

And what can you do with people, I can hear you all asking. And the answer to that is plays. Acting! And I even have an idea for the play: the history of Hadriel. 'Cause not all of us have been here five million years.

First act can be a drama, the story of when it was just you guys, Fear and Hope. Second act is a comedy, the weird shit that happened when the rest of the gods came back. Third act? The Null attack. Which will be a musical. And you can't talk me out of that one, so don't even bother trying.

So I'm looking for volunteers! Actors, stagehands, costumers, set painters, shit like that. So fucking volunteer. And those of you going out to sea, don't worry. It's gonna take some time to get things organized, so you can get in on this, too.

((OOC: this is entirely the brainchild of Rey-mun who was kind enough to let my character be the public face of her idea. Thank you so much!))

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Really? That's great! Anywhere you wanna start is fine with me.

I'd appreciate it. Tried to learn the guitar once, it didn't take.

I can try to teach you again if you'd like. It'd give me something to do around here.

But yeah, no problem. I'll start working on a piece and give it to you for opinions.

Seriously? That's really cool of you. I might have to take you up on that.

Okay, awesome. I can't wait to hear what you come up with.

It'll be a good chance to flex my musician's fingers. Been a while since I wrote anything original.

I'm usually a cover junkie.

Yeah? Well, happy to give you the chance again. Though, in case you were wondering, I wasn't gonna use the names of anyone here. Made-up characters only.

What d'you like to cover?

That's totally cool with me. Just so long as any portrayal inspired by me captures my sparkling personality, we're good.

Pop songs, mostly. I do acoustic covers of 'em. I'm better at vocals than anything though.

[teasingly] It would help to know what your name is, so I know which name to avoid. And sparkling personality? Tell me more.

Really? So you sing? Interested in auditioning?

Oh, you might have missed me in my prime but you can ask pretty much any of the veterans of Hadriel. I was one of the most entertaining people in this place. Name's Rose. Nice to meet ya'.

I do sing. And sure, I'd be down for playing a role. Or maybe two, depending on what needs done.

Nice to meet you, too. And entertaining? Sounds like there's a story behind that.

Great! I'm kind of testing the waters, seeing who'd be interested at this point. Once all the people come back from their boats, I'll put up a video asking for volunteers to audition, so I'll know how many parts to write.

I made a shipping chart once. Basically outed all the couples in this place and put it all over the network. It's deleted now, but- I've been meaning to revamp it, actually. See if I can't help Love out a little bit.

Sounds like a plan. I'll be on call.

Oh my god, are you serious? That's awesome. That could be the basis of the second comedy act, easy. Romance and comedy of errors worked for Shakespeare, right?

Thanks, I appreciate it. Mind giving me your name, though, so I know who to call?

Yeah, it was a pretty big deal at the time. And I got a date out of it so it wasn't all bad, in the end.

[ It's a little bittersweet to think about, honestly, but... ]

Name's Rose. Nice to meet ya'.

[teasingly] You mean you don't have girls and guys falling constantly at your feet?

[Jane is still new at this whole bisexuality thing, have patience]

Nice to meet you, too, Rose.

[ A barked laugh: ] Ha! That's a good one. Nah, I can be pretty funny but I'm not prime Hadriel dating material.

[ Not that there's much of a dating pool to begin with. Still, saying that she's pretty low on the totem pole even here- Yikes. ]

Ehh, it's cool. It's not like I have people lining up to date me, either. Which is weird, I usually do.

[no, it seems as though everyone's already coupled up. which is frustrating for Jane as she defines herself by relationships]

[ Rose has always been a bit of a lone wolf, honestly, so being independent doesn't particularly bother her... But she does miss Faith sometimes still. While she knows the woman is no doubt safe and happy at home (according to Kate), it's still hard going all this without her. ]

I wouldn't be surprised if you find someone in time. It usually happens when you least expect it from what I've heard.

[she's at a bit of a loss without a relationship. she hasn't started any self-destructive behavior yet, but it's only a matter of time]

I'm sure not expecting, so the right person can come along any time now.

[ To that, Rose can only laugh. ]

Not sure that's exactly how it works but, hey, who knows! Guess we'll see what happens.

[she laughs along with her]

Yeah, I guess. New people come around every, what, month? It could happen.

I'll keep my eye out for you. It's been a while since I got the chance to wingwoman.

Great! And if you ever need the favor returned, let me know.

Video One: The Play's the Thing (backdated to August 12th)

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