[video] (Forward dated to Cordis moon)

[demachi]

[Wataru pops up on the video with a big grin, a white dove settled contentedly on his shoulder.]

Greetings, my fellow citizens! I come to you today with two urgent requests, and while it humbles me to make them, I'm doing it nonetheless! In the interest of getting what I need, I'll also get right to the point.

For the first request, I'm interested in gathering connections to other musicians and performance-inclined individuals for a small project. A tiny one. Oya? You're worried? Definitely nothing to concern yourselves over! I know of a few others, but if you introduce yourselves to me directly we can avoid all kinds of delays. I'm especially interested in other idols, and in genres other than what I personally am accustomed to performing. Shown here.

[He plays a song with his acquired music box, just for about forty-five seconds or so as he hums along, then shuts it off and laughs.]

Ah, now... [He sets the box back aside, then takes the bird from his shoulder and pets her gently.] ...The second matter is a little more delicate. I think this has to do with my Moonblessing! I'm absolutely famished at all times during this moon, and especially starved for... Fufufu, well, it's contact I'm starved for! Chroma is a precious thing, and I can't seem to get enough. It's as simple as agreeing to meet up and hold my hand for a while, you see! We'll discuss things, or perhaps we could see a movie, or a play? I could sing to you!~ Magic tricks are my forte, as well, and I'd be happy to show you some of those. Look! One, Two, Amazing☆!

[He pets the white dove once, twice, then nudges her up into flight as a rose blooms where she just sat on his hand. She comes back to land on his shoulder, unfazed.]

See? Just as simple as that. So I'll pay you in entertainment, and you'll give me some companionship! Nothing simpler. Age isn't a factor, or anything else. I'm quite known to love entertaining people of all ages, and I dare say all races and species!

[He doesn't even look embarrassed as he reaches the end of his request, and he grins broadly. This man has NO shame.]

There you have it~ Until next we meet, I'll remain your very own Wataru Hibiki☆~!

Comments

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[zazen]

Wataru-kun, both of your topics I believe I could give you a little bit of assistance with. What do you say?

[ Jakurai is a simple man, no theatrical reveal here.]

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[demachi]

Doctor-san! I'd be delighted with both, though either is all I could possibly ask for!

[strayknight]

[The video comes on as Ritsu stares back at the screen, with a small yawn. The cat ears on his head twitching softly at the fluctuation of Wataru's voice.]

Anija and Ecchan sure do have loud friends?

[He is a little more tired looking than usual thanks to the moon but Wataru has peaked his interest.]

Idols? So are we going to compete against each other like we would at home?

[The idea of going against someone with Leo was...exciting.]

You seem to want pretty vanilla things for chroma~?

[demachi]

We may, or we may not. That depends on a variety of factors... It won't be ugly. Friendly rivalries are just fine, too!

[He grins, but his eyes shift away.]

Vanilla? It's just easier to get this kind of thing.

voice

[spellspeak]

I would gladly help you with moonlacing if you're in such desperate NEED, Wataru-niisan.

[demachi]

Amazing! I knew someone would come through for me! It's not so much that I want it as that I really do feel like I'm going to starve to death without it.

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[shinpai]

[ is this how it's done? video response? there may have been a curious look into the device before flustering ]

A-ah! Hibiki-senpai, I wouldn't imagine you'd have trouble with something like this too... You always seem so outgoing and popular--and Sakuma-senpai made it sound like it was really easy!

But if you're having trouble...

[ oh no, oh dear, what does this mean for him? what's going to happen..??? ]

I-I! I would be willing to help a senpai in need...

cute......

[demachi]

Popular? Maybe with certain segments...? I find I've spent far too much of my time here all alone! And without N*tflix to salvage my sanity! Alas...

[Wataru just sighs, shaking his head.]

But if you're willing to help... I'm sure we could find something fun to do! I'd hate to see a lost little rabbit on his own, after all.

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[huaisang]

I would never say no to spending time with Jeanne.

#priorities

[demachi]

Very well then! Jeanne will accompany me! And you may feed her and pet her as long as you moonlace with me.

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[rubberpirate]

I can hold your hand if you let me see magic!

Video~

[demachi]

[Wataru grins broadly.]

Amazing! Yes, I'll show you all kinds of tricks. Prepare to be amazed! Would you like to help with some?

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[finethanks]

Wataru... I'm aware that I was forced to stay behind because of my health, but it isn't a bother for me to help you with Chroma, you know. I hope you're not worrying that it would hold me back...?

[He looks genuinely concerned, eyes fond as he offers a gentle smile. Honestly, even from this tone alone, it's something that looks like it shouldn't be on a public network, and yet...]

Ah, but it might be that I'm not enough on my own, right? I understand. Even so, I'd like to be there for you, by your side.

Perhaps... a date?

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[demachi]

Eichi...

[Wataru's face is a little red. Maybe he'd somehow hoped Eichi wouldn't see this. He's about to protest for so many reasons, not the least of which is Eichi's health, as he knows how dearly he wore his friend out last time they... moonlaced. But then Eichi offers...]

...a date?

[The magician's heart leaps.]

It's not at all that you're inadequate, Eichi. You've done so much for me. I'd frankly like to give back to you! Perhaps a date isn't the right thing to do, though... I fear I'll get carried away with myself if you let me get so close.

[koboreta]

I hope I'm not assuming too much, but if you don't mind me asking, are you one of the members of Tenshouin-san's unit? One of the voices in the song you played sounded just like him, and he mentioned that some of his unitmates are here.

But I'm sorry to get off topic. I'm Sougo Ousaka, and I'm actually an idol back home, so I would be happy to join your project if you need me. One of my unit partners and some of my senior idols are here as well, so I could ask them to contact you if you need more people. It's amazing that there are so many different idols and musicians here!

I'm not sure how much it helps, but if I'm given time to practice, I can play the guitar, piano, or keyboard in styles that lean away from the sound of traditional idol music. I can't promise anything great, but...

Ah... I'm sorry, I wrote a lot without realizing it.

[demachi]

Nonsense! You can't promise anything great? Don't promise anything at all, and I'll be pleasantly surprised by your skills! You must be a handy idol to have, if you're multi-talented.

Ah, but you've found me out. I'm one of Eichi's unit members, yes! We are fine, minus one, here.

Ousaka-san, it's very nice to meet you! As I said, I'm Wataru Hibiki!

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[inuko]

[ This takes him so long to figure out how to reply to, and that's because what the heck is this video stuff anyway? still, he's determinedly figuring it out, mostly because he's interested in.............. the bird. blah blah blah, something moonblessing, and really he's not opposed to helping, but: ]

What's your bird friend's name?

[ Asks someone who appears on camera with a massive crow sitting on his shoulder, peering down at the camera that's being held too close to their faces to start. ]

If you need help with your moonblessing stuff, I can hold your hand or give you a hug or whatever. I'm not a performer, so can't help with that. I don't even know more than one song.

[ The one Hamaji would always sing is ingrained in his memory. ]

... How do you make this stop sending?

[ He looks to his crow, and Murasame looks back, opening his beak to mutter a: ]

Don't know.

[demachi]

[Wataru grins, and he's about to launch into something hilarious when the bird talks.]

Oh my. Jeanne doesn't speak, unfortunately.

[bust]

[ How can someone as loud as this be starved for chroma? Ayer knows these friendly, open types — they're always surrounded by people! It's hard to imagine them in trouble with finding someone to spend time with. So he's going to ignore that for now, unless he's specifically asked for it. Maybe.

He stares at the camera, wondering if he'll regret this. But… he really wants Baal to find more connections. It might be good for Baal to meet other musicians. ]

I know a gifted guitarist. He can hear sounds that other people can't.

[demachi]

[Open, friendly? Found wanting. Annoying. Too eccentric for his own good. He's most often a loner, though not always by choice.

Still, this is good news, and he manages a grin.]

Oya? That sounds interesting... What kind of sounds? Special tones, perhaps? Higher or lower pitched?

video. LATE FOREVER TO THIS

[yumenope]

I can certainly assist with the first, with the caveat that I am only interested if the purpose involves world domination.

( ????? sorry????? )

video. HOWLING

[demachi]

I see... Well, I can make no guarantees about the success of the effort, unless I have enough parties involved... Still, that's the general plan. To dominate the industry here, and to shine brighter than the moons!

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[saigawa]

[A very obviously Cordis blessed young man is looking in, raising a brow.]

Hmmm, it depends on what kind of project it is. I can perform, buuuut I'm a little picky over my audience and venue.

[It's easier for him to stay motivated if he knows what he wants and doing it for. But he smiles.]

But if it's hand holding you want, that's something I'm okay with!

[Because he's a Cordis and absolutely hungry during this moon as well.]

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[demachi]

[Hello fellow Cordis!! Wataru waves in greeting, feathers waving from the fringes of his hair.]

I'm putting together a live. There's a theme and I need performers willing to work with others, perhaps even with strangers! For the betterment of all, of course. We'll get good publicity out of it, especially if any of you are active in the industry.

[He grins broadly, obviously leaving stuff out here.]

Yet, regardless of your participation, let's hold hands and talk about the industry! I'd be interested in other performers' experiences.

[dollorous]

[Well, setting aside the first part—there's nothing in stone that he can't be convinced to participate later, but without a little coaxing, Shu's certainly in no shape to be involved in what Wataru's got planned. Not to his own high standards, at least...but that more or less means there's no point at all, as far as he's concerned. So he opts to ignore that for the time being. The second matter, however...]

How troublesome. It seems we're both having difficulty with this chroma nonsense.

[But Shu's still firmly in his shut-in phase, so he really doesn't have anyone to blame for that but himself.]

...Loath though I may be to let someone see me like this, however, I suppose I would be remiss if I did nothing to aid you, Wataru. Would it be too much trouble to ask you to come to me, rather than needing to leave?

[He's doing his best to keep them folded behind his back, but with the Cordis moon shining, it means Shu's own Moonblessing has manifested as well, with wings spanning about two feet tucked between his shoulderblades. Not nearly big enough to fly with, but certainly big enough to cause all sorts of problems, especially for an ordinary teenager as high-strung as Shu is.]

[demachi]

[Wataru is absolutely shocked that Shu is not out there holding hands and making merry with everyone. Shocked. Okay, not really. He was concerned enough that he'd intended to reach out to Shu after this, so it's good that Shu made the first move, on just this sort of post. If Wataru offers, it spares Shu's ego! That's something Wataru cares about greatly, to be honest.]

Oya? You as well? Nothing could stop me from coming to your side, if you're offering so generously! That it's mutually beneficial is just a bonus~☆

[Wataru won't judge; he'll actually be a little jealous of the wings. All he got was some feathers in his hair and this insatiable hunger and energetic drive.]

When should we meet? I can come over right away.

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[schmisse]

The project might be fun. I sing and play the piano. I'm not an idol, though.

[ Her technique is more broadway or operatic, really, but she's still talented! If you teach her how to dance to a specific song, she'll also do it. Performing is fun for her, even if it's only in this world that she gets to do it often. ]

I can understand being starved, too. [ She is Cordis too, after all. Parts of her hair have turned into white feathers and down, and her hair is loose and not tied in its usual sidetail because of it. ] I'm available for simple moonlacing. [ Because she's definitely not... gonna start anything with him beyond handholding if she can help it. It's embarrassing! She doesn't know him that well yet.. ]/

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[demachi]

You needn't be an idol! If nothing else your piano skills will come in handy for rehearsals! But I dare say more is Amazing!

[He faintly remembers her, but he was in quite the state last time they met! He wonders if he was inadvertently untoward... surely not! He wouldn't treat a lady poorly!]

I see we do have the same predicament at the moment. Yes, I think the feathers suit us both marvelously! It's imperative that we all stick together where we can. If you don't mind a simple meeting, I'll be sure to find something to entertain you. Perhaps a soliloquy or something of the sort? I seem to recall an interest in my acting.