EVENT || Know Your Heart

[eternitymods]

Who: Open
When: Feb 9-13
Where: all over the planet
What: Emotions run high this time of year, but this is ridiculous!
Warnings/Notes: Extreme emotions. The OOC Post can be found here.

Beginning on the 9th and escalating daily, strange things are happening around Vaikuntha. It's not just love in the air...it's all emotion. Well, for you, it is just one, hightened to an absurd degree. Only Heroes of Light (the ones from the Dream Width and Native OC characters) feel the strange enhancement of feelings. The locals do not seem to be affected, except with a normal amount of confusion, which is to be expected. Hopefully someone can snap the Heroes out of it!

[Feel free to start your own top levels here and tag around to help your fellow heroes overcome the enhanced emotion they are experiencing. How? That is up to you! Talk to them, fight them, elicit other emotions through interpretive dance, serve up some delicious food so they can eat their feelings. Get creative. No one in Vaikuntha seems to know what it will take to snap them out of it, so it may take some trial and error to find a method that helps the Hero in question.]

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Cor Leonis - OTA

[immortalmarshal]

February 9th

Cor wakes up one morning feeling...warm. Happy, even. He looks out thru the window at the outside world, touched by dawn's light...and finds himself smiling fondly. Today is going to be a good day, for how can it not be in this world? He has found happiness here...

Loving happiness, even.

So he goes about his business, both around Yun'Ashia and in the surrounding area. But...is it just you, or is he constantly smiling? Isn't that a little weird for a man that hardly ever smiles to most people?


February 10 thru 12

As the days pass, there's no question that Cor's acting rather...affectionate. Anyone that he meets, he will give them a handshake, or a pat on their shoulder (or on a similar area of their body if they're not humanoid) and say: "Well, it's good to see you, friend. How have you been?"

A) Those, he knows, he will add after a few moments, "Got a question for you - what kind of romantic gift would be great for someone who's regal and handsome?"

B) Those who he has not be all too pleasant with, however, he will instead add, "Listen, I'm sorry for being an asshole towards you before...forgive and forget?"


February 13th - Eos Estate

Cor seems to have gained enough advice - or maybe he pilfered some of Gladio's romance novels for reference. Nonetheless, he sets out making their shared farm the most beautiful ever for someone very dear to him. At every fence post, and every pillar and railing on the porch and stairs, there's strings of flowers wrapped around them, filling the air with beautiful smells.

Almost too much, since he's also filling the Old Mens' house with bouquets, and the lovely smell of a large pot of tea...


Wildcard!

((OOC: Got a scenario that you don't see here in mind? Feel free to post it in your comment!))

February 13th

[regisrex]

Regis, for all his strength is permanently undermined by the years channeling the power of the Crystal, is a man of recent health. He rarely grows ill, and he certainly doesn't have allergies.

No, it's a case of there being far too many flowers in a house that, well, does not have the scale of the Citadel.

He's leaning to gently disentangle one of the cats from the ribbons of a bouquet when a particularly strong scent assaults his nose.

And he sneezes.

Pretty explosively. Then he hurriedly reaches forward, to keep the vase from tipping over.

[immortalmarshal]

Cor is thankfully nearby, trying to set a smaller bouquet just right on the mantlepiece. He turns towards Regis to say the traditional saying for when one sneezes....

And almost instantky hurries over to help keep the vase from falling over. "Whoah - easy there," he adds with a relieved chuckle as it seems that the vase is saved from certain destruction. "Are you alright, Reggie?"

[regisrex]

"I am fine, thank you, Cor." Habitual response as his eyes crinkle in a smile, but also.

His forward motion to keep the vase intact and Cor's rushing in to save it? The two have put their faces in a rather close proximity, and Regis raises an eyebrow, giving a glance to the flowers that Cor has rescued.

"Are you?"

[immortalmarshal]

Normally, Cor would flush and act a bit flustered at being this close to Regis. Months have passed since the initial confession, and yet he hasn't dared to do much beyond that for many reasons.

But now? Now, he smiles in that loving way that has become increasingly common the last few days. "Perfectly fine. In fact, I've never been happier. Especially, well..." Now a slight blush dusts his cheeks. "...with you."

February 12th ~ Jesus take the wheel ~

[boomchucka]

Selphie blinks several times as she returns Cor's handshake before starting to blush a bit. Romantic endeavors are right up her alley most of the time, but picking out gifts for someone regal and handsome? Well, that's not entirely her forte.

"For someone regal and handsome?" She questions carefully. "Hmmmm, I wonder..."

She taps her chin thoughtfully for several moments before she comes up with a suggestion. "Maybe a nice cologne?"

[immortalmarshal]

Cor's smiling like a lovey dopey sap. Which, okay, might be normally forgiven due to a certain holiday coming up. But isn't still weird to see a normally grumpy man just be all...cheerful?

"A cologne...yeah, I think that could work," he muses pleasantly. "I do remember which types he preferred when we were younger... Maybe I can see if they got something similar on this world..." His voice trails off fondly, and he seems lost in thought.

Even though Tommy the Tonberry Moogle is vainly poking at his shoulder with a slightly concerned face.

[boomchucka]

Something's not right with Cor, but Selphie can't quite peg down what it is exactly. He's always been serious to a fault in their earlier interactions but now he's acting in a similar fashion to how Selphie normally does?

Including Tommy's concerned look, she can't help but try to cover up her own concerned feelings about Cor. There's red flags going off in her mind as he continues with his fond musings.

"Would you like some help in trying to find it, then?" she offers.

[immortalmarshal]

Cor's face brightens up with sheer delight. "That would be wonderful, yeah. Any ideas as to where to start? Was thinking of the Zora capital to start with, but..."

Tommy's giving Selphie a 'please help me help him' look. Because this is something he hasn't seen in his assigned friend before, and he's not sure if this is good or not - even if the feelings towards that Special Someone ring true...

[boomchucka]

Selphie's inner fire alarm is going off at the look of delight on Cor's face. She's not entirely certain where to begin with this sudden change in character, but she's more than willing to keep an eye on the Marshall until he snaps out of it.

"Hrmmm... what about a town with a bunch of artisan shops?" she offers helpfully.

[immortalmarshal]

"Oh...Oh, that could work. Our current hometown could fit the bill very nicely, and there's also that one place where those poor Freelancers have their help guild..."

"Hisan?" Tommy offers helpfully. "They do specialize in artisan stuff a lot there."

[boomchucka]

"Well," she continues, "I'm always down for a little bit of adventure!"

Besides, Selphie's concerned enough that she feels compelled to keep an eye on Cor despite the fact that he's old enough to be father.

Feb 10th

[sonoftenebrae]

Ravus is reading himself to leave on a miniature pilgrimage when he runs into Cor. Their relationship has not been the worst, but there has been an amount of tension based on their loyalties and Cor's protectiveness for Ignis and Gladio.

"I must offer my own apology. Let us put all bygones behind us, Marshal."

He offers his hand to Cor. He respects the man, and with the peace he feels, he can let go of everything else.

"It would be foolish to hold any grudge when we live and work so closely with one another."

[immortalmarshal]

Cor's noticed that Ravus has been rather pleasant both yesterday and today. And if Cor was acting more like his normal self, he might be having mixed feelings of concern and morbid curiosity.

But in his current state of vague lovey-dovey-ness, he simply smiles warmly as he shakes the offered hand. "Spoken like a true comrade in arms. Though you've had your reasons, having gone thru all that shit in the past... I'm glad that it's all in the past now."

He then nods to the items that Ravus seems to have gathered up. "So, what are you up to today?"

[sonoftenebrae]

Ravus smiles as well, glad that they are both in accord.

"I am going to visit the White Mage's Guild and take up the mantle of a White Mage. From there, I will go where the need is greatest and render what aid I can. It is what my mother and sister would do, if they were here."

There's none of the mournfulness his tone usually takes when he speaks of them. He is proud of the Fleuret legacy, and bound to honor it as long as he is able.

"I trust you to keep watch over the others while I am away."

[immortalmarshal]

"A wise choice, and very fitting for your lineage," Cor nods in happy approval. "Of course, we should try and work that into any future team tactics, too, since we're comrades and all that..."

A proud, loving smile spreads across Cor's face at that question. "Of ckurse I will. Especially my dear Regis..."

[sonoftenebrae]

It is a testament to the strangeness of the day that Ravus is able to hear and process the words 'my dear Regis' without tasting bile. He nods, accepting Cor's admission without question.

"When I return, we can work together to find ways to combine our skills. Until recently, I have always acted alone, and I was weaker for it."

Gladiolus will have ideas on combo attacks, he is certain.

[immortalmarshal]

It's probably a very good thing that Ravus is not reacting badly to that slip of intimate admission. Even on his normally best days, Cor barely tolerates any flack towards Regis that he perceives to be unworthy.

"Fighting alone can be okay for certain battles, yeah. But having a group to back you up goes a long way in winning more of them. I'd be more than hspoy to help you three work out some combos."

[sonoftenebrae]

"Ignis and I have an attack we used in Tenebrae. We might be able to build off of that. I am not sure how it could syngerize with Gladiolus, but you have more expertise than I in that field."

It matters not to him who Cor cares for. The man can do as he wishes, and he deserves a chance at happiness. Besides, it is not like Ravus can cast the first stone, when he has two former enemy-turned boyfriends at home.

February 10-12 (pick a day, I'm not picky)

[hashtagdaddy]

"A gift for someone regal, eh?" Gladio's voice is filled with gentle teasing and knowing. He knew about his father and Regis but would need to be blind to miss the way Regis and Cor now danced around one another.

He wrapped an arm over his mentor's shoulder, a very friendly embrace, and smiled widely.

"Cor, you know him better than you know anyone else. As long as it's somethin' that comes from the heart I'm sure he'll be over the moon. But," he adds in a hushed whisper, "I can lend you some of my romance novels if you need ideas. And I'll help you carve or arrange if you decide to go with woodwork or a bouquet."

The thought of helping his surrogate father and his mentor together fills Gladio with joy - romance is beautiful and screw anyone who says otherwise!

February 10th works okay?

[immortalmarshal]

Cor chuckles and bears the friendly embrace like they're family. Which, in a vauge way...they are, in Cor's mind. "I know, but I want it to be very special this year, after all the shit we've been thru..."

His eyes light up, though at the offer. "Oh, that's right - you got the best collection of romance novels around. I'd love to borrow some, if you don't mind. As for woodcarving...."

He grows thoughtful, almost normal for a brief moment. "...there is something I've been wanting made for him...a pendant, really. How good are you at carving out flowers?"

Ya! Also please excuse the youngerGladio icons... I don't have enough olderGladio ones

[hashtagdaddy]

"Cor, you can borrow as many books as you want." It'll be the first time he shares this particular brand of literature with the man, but Gladio can't hide his happiness at using his love of romance novels to help Cor woo Regis.

He also can't help rolling his eyes when he's asked if he can carve out flowers.

"...Sir, I'm named after a flower. I started the garden that's about to extend to your house when I run out of room and I've managed to keep highly temperamental plants alive even in the cold. And I've carved or sculpted all of them at least once. You name a flower, I can carve it."

That's perfectly alright~

[immortalmarshal]

"Ah...good point." Cor smiles a little nervously. "Well, it's four kind of flowers, but there's a specific arrangement to them..." He goes on to describe them - and Gladio might be able to recognize them. The one Cor wants in the middle is definitely the Royal Flower, and the one on top has been rumored to be Queen Aulea's favorite. The one on one side, Gladio will likely recognize that is one that his own father liked...and the last flower on the other side is Cor's personal favorite - sunflowers.

[hashtagdaddy]

Gladio's smile widens with each flower listed. He knows the first three flowers and what, more like who, they represent and he beams at his mentor.

"That sounds perfect, sir. Are the sunflowers your flower?" He thinks he knows the answer but it isn't bad to make sure.

His mind whirls with the possibilities for wood choices and the potential to stain each blossom with their appropriate color. Oh he could even add some roses interspersed with carnations along the bottom...

Yes, this will be a marvelous gift.

"Would you like me to embellish it a bit, Cor? Soft colors and fitting flowers along the bottom? Or do you want it exactly as you described it? I'm sure Regis will love it either way, especially since it is from you."

[immortalmarshal]

"Yeah, they are," Cor replies a little fondly. His tone shifts into a wistful one as he continues, "Cid and Clarus teased me about it when I first told them, but there's something endearing about a flower that follows the sun's path all day, every day. Not to mention, it's got some practical uses, too."

Still, Gladio's offer does make Cor think for a brief moment. "...yeah, just a few embellishments along the bottom. Coloring would be wonderful, too, if you can manage it."

At the mention of Regis liking it either way, though, it does make Cor flush and grin in that lovey-dovey manner of all new lovers. The thought of making Regis so happy and loved makes his own heart flutter with joy. It is, after all, one of the biggest reasons why he stayed on with him, even after all that's happened over the years. "I hope so... After everything that has happened, I want this year's Valentines to be the best possible for him."