Revels 2025

[the_fairest_flower]

« Who: Jamie the_fairest_flower and The Scratch (with volunteers from the Neptune Lounge and the Crucible, and myriad others) are hosting Spring Revels - open to all!!

« What: Big party with drink specials, gourmet food, and staff and volunteers willing to provide whatever a guest needs or wants. Goal of the night is to grant everyone in attendance at least one fulfilled desire. This doesn't have to be about sex - whether your character wants their back blown out in a hedonistic orgy or whether they just want a nice, quiet evening with a familiar face to forget everything for a while, there will be volunteers on hand. Everyone in the city will have received some kind of invitation. Please feel free to include the impact of/fallout from this month's event.

« When: May 3rd - 4th

« Where: The Scratch in the Up

« Content Warnings: Drinking, substance use, sex, kinks in action, possible handholding. Please tag with CWs as appropriate in your threads!

The Spring Revels

the story

Once upon a time, in a place far away, four courts exchanged power and control with the turn of each season. Each transition is marked with rituals and traditions. One of the most famous rituals the Spring Court holds is the Spring Revel, performed when winter officially passes into spring. The ritual is not only anticipated by the Spring Court: all secretly desire an invitation because they also know that the members of Spring will attempt, in the course of the Revel, to make one of their desires come true. Another popular gathering is the Homecoming, a hedonistic festival celebrating the anniversary of the current Monarch of Spring's escape from Faerie.

This celebration combines both the Revel and the Homecoming and you have been invited. While the Prince of Spring does not have his entire court at his disposal, he has mustered volunteers to help him this night. Come indulge, let go of your inhibitions. Revel in the vitality of spring at the season's height. Come, dear guests, and have your desires fulfilled.

the welcome

"Welcome, my dears, to the Spring Revel."

Jamie bows where he stands on a platform, impeccable and bright with a crown of pale roses. His voice is smooth and light and commands attention.

"I am your host, and I would like to extend my gracious thanks to our returning partners at The Scratch and the Crucible, as well as all staff and dearest volunteers, for enabling this den of indulgence and hedonism."

He grins and winks at someone in the crowd.

"Tonight, we are at your disposal. We are here to see your desires fulfilled. All you need do is ask and someone will see your needs met. Including me."

Jamie plucks a glass of what might be champagne from a nearby server's tray and lifts it.

"To all the vivacity of a life fully lived. Now, play nice - or don't. I wish you all a fulfilling evening."

the club

This unique club is located in the Up, a vibrant-looking one story building located at the corner of its block. The Scratch is a combination strip club / bar / casino, neatly compartmentalized by floor by floor (the main floor hosts the strip club and lounge/bar, the basement housing the casino). Further amenities include private booths for extras or quota-fulfilling activities, regular card tables (as well as private card rooms for those who prefer not to rely on the in-house dealers), and a full-service bar with dining menu, Milkshake Stand, and specialty drugs and cocktails on offer including for people whose powers normally prevent them from getting drunk.

Throughout the night, a DJ will be spinning music and will be taking requests from patrons: everything from house music to waltzes are available. If you would like a dance partner for something specific, there are volunteers mingling around the dance floor to make sure you can have just the dance you want. Booth seating and tables are available throughout the club.

the bar

• Spring Revel Specials
• First Kiss
• Eros & Psyche
• Bonding
• Long Rest

• Scratch Specials
• Black Jack
• The Gold Digger
• Liquid Courage
• Sweetwater

• Food Service
• Heavy hors d'oeuvres, small bites (sweet and savory) served all night. Arrangements for private meals available.

First Kiss: Tastes like peaches with the tart touch of raspberry; as it's consumed, the feeling of excitement and affection rises like champagne bubbles, leaving the consumer feeling flushed and freshly kissed.
Eros & Psyche: 50/50 chance to get Eros (tastes like spiced pears) or Psyche (floral, sweet). Eros causes a rush of arousal and desire to indulge; Pysche makes the consumer feel more curious and bold with an edge of romantic adventure.
Bonding: Having a connection to someone is so special, isn't it? This drink is meant to be shared: similar to a red wine, it comes with a slowly-spreading warmth and inspires the desire to get to know your drinking partner better. Those who consume this drink will find themselves feeling more open, more honest, and more relaxed.
Long Rest: When was the last time you got a good night's sleep? Given recent events, this brew was created at the last minute for this year's Revel. The initial taste seems to be a little different for everyone - a hint of coffee for some, tea for others, with a crisp note like the feeling of stepping into morning dew. After a few sips, the consumer is imbued with the feeling of emerging from a deep, restful sleep into a new day.

Black Jack: crushed blackberries, absinthe, vodka, simple syrup, soda water; licorice stick and lemon zest for garnish
The Gold Digger: gold shimmer luster dust, St. Germain liqueur, vodka, chilled champagne, grapefruit juice
Liquid Courage: tequila, peach liquer, energy drink, passion fruit juice, grapefruit juice, with a Jingle Jangle-dusted rim
Sweetwater: A blast from the past! This was created by a dreamer no longer in the city and a stash has been found for the Revels. Sweetwater is a psychedelic that makes the world dance around the user in bright, vibrant colors and endless movement while the user themselves feels like they're moving in slow-motion, or as if they're submerged in water or "floating/swimming" in air (like a low-g situation). As a result, users may feel slightly off-balance when taking Sweetwater despite the euphoric experience it creates, but they will find that even if they stumble they will not actually hit the ground.

[ original drink descriptions from The Scratch by sidehustles ]

Regular wine, beer, cider, and cocktails available. Drugs on offer either at the bar or Milkshake Stand. All drugs (including aphrodesiacs) and drinks are enchanted: their effects work with all metabolisms and they end the moment someone leaves the club.

a more elegant time

A handful of volunteers have taken over a section of the club. There will be arrangements for tea service, conversation, and a chance for guests to get away from the cares and woes of a too-modern world. Perhaps you would like someone to dance with who knows a proper waltz, or perhaps you're longing for something familiar: our volunteers are here for you.

Volunteers may be available for other services, if asked politely.

sticks and stones

The staff of The Crucible, along with several other volunteers, are here to give you all the pain, pleasure, and discipline you can handle. Some are available for special requests. They have been given a few of the private rooms to take over and those inclined will be available for more public displays should any guest wish to be made an example of.

the private rooms

The club has private spaces available for small groups or pairs. All rooms are monitored and cannot lock. For the night, some volunteers may offer special services in private rooms or patrons may request to use them for a small fee. Toys, fetish gear, and bondage equipment are all available.

For professionally served meals in a private setting, please inquire with the bar staff. To the best of the kitchen's ability, all meal requests will be honored. For the best experience, guests are encouraged to reach out to Elle Wood ahead of the Revels to ensure arrangements are in place.

the volunteers

Throughout the club, staff and volunteers are available to all guests to fulfill desires and impulses. Every possible desire that can be catered to has at least one person available to make it happen. Everything from cuddle piles to sado-masochism, from a romantic dinner to dancing all night and being made to feel special. Have you ever wanted to swing from the ceiling? Done. Do you just want to lay in bed quietly with someone and feel loved? We can arrange that. There are bouncers and security throughout the club to ensure everyone's safety - even the hard kinks need to respect boundaries. Professionals are on hand to provide aftercare and first aid.

Jamie will be making the rounds to fulfill more complicated or intense needs/desires. If anyone wants to spend an hour or so with someone they miss from home or someone unattainable in Duplicity, he will be available. With the right glamor, he can take on any appearance and any gender/physical traits you want.

Elle Woods is Jamie's coordinator for the night. If anyone has a problem or if any of the volunteering staff or professionals need anything, she will be your gal Friday.

Other volunteers and staff members interested in offering services may indicate this in their top levels and/or request to be added here. Contact the_fairest_flower, givemedragons, or use the comment below to be added to this list. Please indicate what your character is willing to offer for the night.

If you are posting a TL as a volunteer please include that in the subject line.

the rules

⬥ Please provide CWs in the subject line of tags as needed.

⬥ Bouncers and security will be on the lookout for any abuse that is non-consensual. Patrons who cannot respect volunteers and staff will be forcibly removed. They will also have bad luck for one week. (Ask the_fairest_flower if you are actually interested in playing with the bad luck mechanic!)

⬥ All patrons will pay a small cover charge.

⬥ Private rooms in the Scratch will be available; patrons will only be allowed to have them in 30-60 minute increments unless prior arrangements have been made. The doors cannot lock by mundane or magical means.

⬥ Jamie has offered most volunteers a favor that they may call in at a later date. Or he's making sure they are paid/tipped for the night.

⬥ If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

any questions?

⬦ QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS

⬦ Request to be added as a volunteer. You may also link your TL there to help people find it.

⬦ Did you break the rules and get kicked out? Comment here if you are interested in your character having a brief curse of bad luck.

⬦ Original network post seeking volunteers.

⬦ code credit ♡

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[the_fairest_flower]

the welcome

"Welcome, my dears, to the Spring Revel."

Jamie bows where he stands on a platform, impeccable and bright with a crown of pale roses on his head. His voice is smooth and light and commands attention. The long, elegant lines of his body are hugged in white, offering peeks and flashes of pale skin just begging to be touched. Anyone who gets close enough will catch a scent that calls to something deep in them: familiar, comforting, and unique.

"I am your host tonight, and I would like to extend my gracious thanks to our returning partners at The Scratch and the Crucible, as well as all staff and dearest volunteers, for enabling this den of indulgence and hedonism."

He grins and winks at someone in the crowd.

"Tonight, we are at your disposal. We are here to see your desires fulfilled. All you need do is ask and someone will see your needs met. Including me."

Jamie plucks a glass of what might be champagne from a nearby server's tray and lifts it.

"To all the vivacity of a life fully lived. Now, play nice - or don't. I wish you all a fulfilling evening."

the bar

[ Early in the night or late, Jamie appears at the bar and slides an empty glass across counter. He offers a beneficent smile to whichever staff member is there fielding orders. ]

Could I have a glass of Long Rest, please? And whatever this lovely creature is having.

[ Jamie nods to whoever is standing to his right and offers a wink when they look his way. Depending on the hour, his clothes have likely changed. Whatever he's wearing, it's designed to be appreciated. Or taken off. ]

It's on me. Whatever you like. No strings attached, I promise.

the dance floor

A. Hard Thumping
The bass thuds through his bones and Jamie is lost in a sea of bodies, moving with effortless rhythm. There's more skin showing now - maybe in a little sequin red dress or maybe in leather and lace. He gravitates toward anyone who wants him, not stopping until he feels a hand slide over his waist or hip and feels a body pressed up against his.

B. Soft Waltzes
The floor has cleared for those who want the romance of ballroom dancing, and Jamie is there to lead or follow. And if he notices any wallflowers looking longingly at the bodies twirling around the dance floor, he'll extend a hand with a gallant smile.

"Come dance with me, darling."

a private room

[ He can be everything you have ever wanted: whoever you are, whatever you are. Everything.

It takes just a pluck of magic to mold himself to suit that desire if his patron wishes to see someone they want and cannot have, someone they miss, someone they have only ever imagined. He can have any body they like: male, female, both, neither. There is no part of him they are not allowed to touch, nothing they are not allowed to do. Not tonight.

He will pet your hair, telling you how good you are, how beautiful and perfect and wanted. He will press a stiletto against your neck and wait for you to apologize for daring to look at him before being invited to. He will sit and talk for a while, comfortable and approachable and a good keeper of secrets. He will submit to your every whim, he will let you be a monster. He will be a monster for you.

Whatever you want. Whoever you are. Whatever you are.

Anything. ]

[ ooc: I'd like to write personalized starts for this or will happily reply to wildcards. Smut, non-sexual kink, and gen all welcome. ]

a quiet moment

He sighs and leans his head back against the wall. Maybe it's outside in the alley behind the building, or on the sidewalk in front; maybe it's in one of the behind-the-scenes areas accessible only to volunteers and staff; or maybe it's one of the private rooms between uses.

Doesn't matter. It's quiet for a moment.

It's later in the night or perhaps very early in the morning, Jamie isn't entirely sure anymore. He only has a handful of seconds and he is so, so tempted to draw on some magic just to make those seconds last longer. He needs to change his clothes (again). He needs to find Elle because he can't remember if he has somewhere he is supposed to be or if it's time to return to mingling, to finding people who are wanting something that he can give time.

But he needs just a little bit. After the ordeal of... wherever the fuck they were, he's still not quite tethered as tightly as he should be to reality, and tonight is both the easiest time to lose his sense of clarity and the worst time to do it. He's already practically bleeding Glamour at this rate.

He hears movement - footsteps, a door opening, whatever. Jamie lolls his head in that direction and a little smile tugs at his mouth.

"Looking for something, darling? Or someone?"

wildcard/notes

[ I will match your preferred tagging style! All prompts are open to all genders.

Please feel free to throw wildcards at Jamie. He will be at the club all night and through the morning, as available as is physically possible. He is inclined to indulge the desires - any desires - of anyone he runs into. If you want to get dark, just give me a head's up. He will also be making costume changes through the night, possibly every hour or so he'll be in something different.

Also happy to play with event prompts that overlap with this party (Blossoming Expressions and Seeds of Deceit), as well as helping out with this month's quota challenge.

If you want to plot, feel free to PM, ping me at givemedragons or givemedragons on discord. ]