un: undyingsoul | text, forward-dated to during charity thing

[necroyalty]

Well, that was certainly an ordeal if I've ever seen one.

The twelfth month is upon us, and while I'm aware that many of you have your own customs that you may choose to observe at this time, I'd like to check to see if any of you would be interested if I were to share one of my own - and, perhaps, incorporate any of the myriad traditions of those here who wish to revel with me.

For it was deep into the twelfth month long ago when an evil god descended upon my world and sought to destroy all of order and creation, only to be beaten back and sealed away. And thus, every year we commemorate this victory by purging the chaos deep within ourselves to begin the next year anew.

The Feast of Misrule isn't a personal favorite of mine, but my brother and daughters have all loved it ever since they were children. And I thought the same could be said for some of you here.

If you're interested, it involves playing all sorts of practical japes on those who wish to celebrate, as well as spectator combat for those of a rowdier disposition. Making yourself sick with food and even sicker with drink isn't demanded, but it is highly encouraged, as well as whatever mischief and depravity you can come up with. I could go on for ages about the minutiae of the traditions, but I'd rather answer specifics as they are questioned.

If you're willing to help organize such a beautiful disaster, I'd also love to hear from you.

Comments

[loungelizard]

"Purging the chaos deep within ourselves"?

And you accused ME of being in a cult?

[It's water under the bridge but he's really questioning her point of reference with these things now.]

[necroyalty]

I realize that, put into perspective and stripped of context, it does sound rather hypocritical...

[loungelizard]

If there are more people interested in participating in gladiatorial combat than an orgy, I'm going to have some choice words with management.

The preceding comment is sarcasm.

[Because by "choice words with management" he means gesturing to the fightpit and going "are you kidding me?"]

[necroyalty]

I'm a bit curious myself, actually.

My daughter Cordy loved participating in the spectator fights for the past three years, although she's yet to make a name for herself.

[loungelizard]

[loungelizard]

I'm gonna assume that it's normal to let your daughter get into fights for others' amusement where you come from.

[necroyalty]

By the gods, Larry, she's eighteen and knows her way around a sword. Do they not have combat tourneys where you're from?

[loungelizard]

Only when you're wearing costumes and/or padded armor, and weapons are no-exceptions banned...unless you consider aluminum folding chairs and pool toys shaped like swords to be weapons.

[necroyalty]

Cordy is, for lack of a better term, an experience.

[ Yes, that is her way of saying that Cordy would totally use a chair as a weapon. ]

[loungelizard]

She sure sounds like one.

[He didn't pick up on her implication.]

un: firefist

[burnt_offering]

this sounds like the best celebration ever! what else could anyone want? im really interested!

[Fighting, pranks, food, booze, and mischief. That's perfection. Ace wonders already who he could get to do this with him, Sanji is the best cook around, and his brother would be up for fighting and pranking, surely they could get a group of people to cause trouble with in the name of festive fun.]

[necroyalty]

Glad to know it's of at least passing interest to other Moonblessed, then!

[burnt_offering]

a passing interest is a huge understatement.

did a lot of other people want in on this? im not good at organizing unless its ship work and missions stuff but someones gotta be ready to take on the task.

[necroyalty]

I'm starting to get some replies back now, but the reception so far seems to be overwhelmingly positive.

[burnt_offering]

i figured as much. this is about as good as it gets.

if something gets started up, im in!

un: kaiserschmarrn

[edle_gestalt]

My home has only one night that's dedicated to mischief in December, but I wouldn't say it's quite at that level, and it's very early in the month. We have Fasching, which is perhaps closer, but that's just before Spring, normally. And it does not involve spectator combat.

If this Feast of Misrule has room for a demonic figure with jangling chains and branches for whipping naughty children and a basket on his back to snatch them away for further punishment (but all in good fun) perhaps I could have him make a second appearance later in the month.

[necroyalty]

It certainly wouldn't be out of place, and dare I say that that sounds like one of the most charming holiday traditions I've seen since arriving here?

[ MORE KRAMPUSES FOR THE KRAMPUS THRONE ]

[edle_gestalt]

Goodness, I am delighted to hear that. There are many who are not from my home that find it to be a frightening custom, particularly in contrast to the wholesomeness of the rest of the season. But that contrast is the very purpose. In lore he accompanies a saintly figure, who gives out treats to the good children (which is really all of them, but saying so spoils the suspense, not to mention disciplinary incentive). That all happens on his feast day, children leave their shoes outside the door overnight, and he comes and places sweets and gifts in them in the morning. But the night before that is when there are parades for the demon, masks and full fur suits with bells and chains are donned, and onlookers are swatted at with soft branches. It's all so broad that I cannot imagine being legitimately frightened by it.

I suppose I've seen a few upset children at the parades, but children get upset over everything.

[necroyalty]

Question: what does this entity look like?

text; un: ilikebigboats

[boobytraps]

Now, this sounds like a party!

[necroyalty]

Glad to be of service.

[boobytraps]

When's the date?

[necroyalty]

Most likely? During the triple moons.

It would allow our Sanguis and Cordis friends to indulge in their relevant urges.

[boobytraps]

Oh? Nothing for us Iris-blessed?

[necroyalty]

As an Iris-blessed myself, I'd be extremely remiss if I didn't let everyone scoot off to bed with whoever agreed to it at the end of the day.

Not that this needs prompting, but a festival devoted to one's chaotic impulses is certainly a good occasion for it.

[boobytraps]

I'm always indulging my most chaotic impulses, but other people need the push, I agree.

text, un: tealeaf

[shadowonthe]

I think it's been far too long without some decent reveling.

What do you need help with exactly? Organizing, or ideas?

[necroyalty]

As of right now? Both. This was mostly meant to gauge the public interest, but I wouldn't say no to a little preliminary organization.

[shadowonthe]

I'm not much for organization, but I am much for ideas.

I suppose lending a helping hand won't kill me though.

Do you have a venue?

[necroyalty]

I'm afraid not; I had thought to see who would be interested in attending before securing a space.

Do you have a place in mind, then?

[shadowonthe]

I have a couple of ideas.

None of which I own personally, so you'll have to forgive me.

Are you thinking a walk around festival, made of many tents and stands? Or a singular tent?

Just to get a scale. Or is that dependent on interest as well?

[necroyalty]

Probably the former. The fight pit will need its own space; food and drink is also going to be a concern, and what else happens is dependent on who's willing to participate.

[shadowonthe]

Give me about an hour.

I'll see what I can rustle up.

I've been prowling around for my own little show, so I've got a couple of spots in mind you might not know about.

[necroyalty]

You have my thanks. I'll see what I can prepare on my end as well.

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[resurging]

i would be glad to help, especially with the combat. what are the requirements?

[necroyalty]

Traditionally, there are a few types of rulesets in play:

-no armor, no weapons, no magic;
-weapons and armor, no magic;
-no armor, no weapons, but magic is allowed;
-no prohibitions, get fucked.