Cop Con 2018! Open Mingle Log

[hatejakku]

Who: Everyone interested in public safety! (That means you!)
When: Sept. 21-23
Where: Sparks Golsaucia
What: Attempts at being professional are thwarted as the entertainment arrives. Who ordered these dancers? Who's paying for these drinks? Why did you wake up in someone else's shirt? Wasn't this supposed to be important?
Warnings/Notes: Partying way too hard. So much booze.

A. The Important Bits

You may be wondering why he called you here! Or maybe you just saw the announcement a few weeks ago. Either way, there are concerns in Vaikuntha. Finn doesn't entirely trust everyone, unfortunately, so he figured meeting in person and brainstorming together might be best. If you look in any which direction, you'll find a helpful flyer Finn typed up with some talking points!

• Bahamut: The Empress was kind enough to tell us about the Eidolon and set a time limit. We need to come up with some concrete plans. If we could prevent the summoning, great, but what's Plan B? She called us heroes, so I guess it's up to us.


• The Princess: Ashelia's being held somewhere against her will, and the search so far has been unsuccessful. She's only shown herself to new arrivals and hasn't given much information on her whereabouts. If anyone has any ideas on what to do or where to look, we'd love to hear it.


• Missing People & the Mognet: People vanish, seem to go back home, and reappear. This is different than Ashelia. Plus, the Mognet seems to know whether people are coming back or not. I have a theory it has to do with the Dream Width, but it seems like technology or magitek has the upper hand. If we can figure this out, maybe we can predict disappearances before they happen.


• Getting Home & the Dream Width: We came through that thing. Why can't we go back the same way? I've heard a few of the problems and a lot of, "You can't." Let's say we could. What problems do we need to overcome? We already know when it opens to let in new arrivals...


• Crime: I really don't want to relive Friday the 13th. Law enforcement is here to help and protect people. I know a lot of you can help yourselves, but we're supposed to be some sort of organized group. We really need to get organized a little better if that one slipped under the radar.

He feels a little silly about the fliers, but if it gets people talking to each other, yay! And, please, feel free to bring up your own concerns!

B. A Proper Party

Finn's not a total buzzkill. That's why he wanted to do this in Sparks Golsaucia. Maybe he could attract more people with a little fun? So the small convention center/ballroom he rented out isn't exactly bare.

There's a buffet, for one! Lots of different foods from cakes and brownies to pasta and roasts and everything in between. Finn's Moogle friend, Valli, pulled some strings (he didn't ask) and got some nice catering. There are a few tables set up so that everyone can talk and mingle.

There's also a nice outdoor garden to take in the view of the city, plenty of board games set up, and even an area for those looking for apprentices/to apprentice with all the new jobs! See? Not a total buzzkill.

C. The Party After the Party

Seems like someone partook in Valli's free catering a little too much and decided that Finn is, in fact, a buzzkill.

If you stuck around long enough, you might have been there to see the ten dozen pizzas arrive along with a few kegs. If you continued to stick around, you probably saw the DJ slip in and the professional dancers arrive.

So, uh, there's a dance floor now. And the fun seems to be flowing out of an increasing number of taps. Who the hell is ordering these kegs? Don't bother trying to ask. The music is just going to drown out your voice.

D. The Morning After the After Party

Did you wake up on a metal chair, in a bush, or on the floor? Did you even sleep? Well, that's Sparks Golsaucia for you... Right?

Never fear, though, for the catering is still here. You now have a variety of breakfast foods to choose from along with the best selection of juices in Vaikuntha. Gotta get back to tip-top shape, heroes! The DJ's still here, after all! He's not awake right now, but he's here.

If you hear a scream of shock and rage, ignore it. That's just Finn getting the bill. He's fine.

Comments

[keymemory]

"Huh." Sora thought about the valid points Finn had brought up and he wondered just how many people were going to show up. "Unless someone records the meeting.. then we'll have to confiscate their device and give them a good what for." Sora slammed his fist into his palm, though with the laugh that followed it was evident he was not at all serious about the latter threat of violence.

[hatejakku]

Finn laughed though he hadn't thought about this all getting recorded. Maybe everything would be fine either way?

Kind of too late now, though. "Anyway, tell me what you've been up to. Find any guilds to join yet?"

[keymemory]

"You mean like.. um, groups? Like .. a party of people to hang with and fight with?" Sora's nostrils flare as he brings in a big breath through his nose. "Nope!" He then chuckles and shifts his weight between his feet. "I've been just trying to practice my new skills and earn some money!" He lifts a hand to scratch his head. "I .. still kind of feel overwhelmed you know?"

[hatejakku]

"Yeah, I hear that. This whole place is overwhelming." Finn's still overwhelmed. He sighs, trying not to think about everything he's worried about. "Take all the time you need to get adjusted. Finding your way here is different for everyone."

[keymemory]

"Yeah it is." Sora cocked his head and raised his brows before a long exhale. "I think it's going to be a while before I really feel like I can actually be in a spot where I .. am meant to find my way. If that makes sense." He still felt like he was going wake up from this world and find himself back in his own. Or one of the ones he's familiar with.

"Anyway." He shrugged. "You think I should've brought a notepad to this thing?"

[hatejakku]

"It makes sense." Finn still didn't feel right about being comfortable here.

But, yes, anyway. He chuckles. "Nah, you should be fine. Thanks for coming at all."

[keymemory]

"Yeah, no problem. Again, this is a great idea." Sora bounced on his heels. "I guess it's gonna be a party too?" Yeah, he looked past Finn to spy some of the items on the the serving tables. Plus he could smell the food from out here. "Yeah, so.. good thing I came hungry," though, he was typically always up for food.

"You want me to save you a plate or something? Oh, you want me to bring you something here.. since you're out here greeting and what not?"

[hatejakku]

Finn laughs at all of his excitement. "If you don't mind, but I'm okay. I was hoping this thing will be fun enough to get people interested." Yeah, Finn has no idea about what's really going on in there, but ignorance is bliss.