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Forgotten Tales Mods ([personal profile] keeperoftales) wrote in [community profile] realmofstories2018-11-12 05:37 pm

Chapter 01: Act I - The Horseman of Christmas Past

A Hollow Christmas Carol: Act I—


§ instructions.
This is the designated log for all the main scenes for Act I: The Horseman of Christmas Past. All sub quests and nonrelated threads are to be made in their own posts. The scenes are listed below along with the assigned cast. Organization wise, the threads can happen in any order so you don't have to wait for one group to post before you do. Just start when you're ready! But to help, include in the subject line the scene header (ex. Scene 1, Scene 2, etc.) You can fluff it up a little to make it more specific like including the main characters or even scene title. Just be sure to have the number so we know which is which!

As a reminder, characters will have the necessary information within their journals. Those who are selected to play a scene will find their journal flashing red, so hard to miss. Aside from a few aesthetic changes (costumes, makeup, etc., think stage effects), all characters will be unchanged and won't gain any new powers or properties (ie. "Ghosts" are still tangible). The information they have is roughly the same as what is written OOCly.

Although there are certain characters set for a scene, it's not impossible for those not directly involved to make an appearance as random side characters or helpers. Characters can either just happen to be there or those cast as the role can make a "call out" through the journals. Any items and locations found through the main scenes are also free to be used by others for fun. There are also Bonus scenes that are basically extra prompts for people to have fun with if they'd like.

If you have any questions, post them to the Game Notes.




§ main scenes.


¶ Scene 1: Ebegeeser and Horseman of Christmas Past. The Horseman is supposed to show Ebegeeser how he was as a teacher and he was (supposedly) a decent guy. So the best way to showcase that is give Ebegeeser a classroom to teach. The two will need to recreate the Schoolhouse, take care of some pranks, and deal with animated straw children. The "children" can behave however players want them to. Angels or devils, throwing things at Ebegeeser. Even the Horseman can be a brat and play along if they want. The Horseman will also have their pony to deal with and yes—must ride it at some point. Note: If it's pre-planned to not find the Schoolhouse here, let us know so that it's noted in other scenes involving it.

  • Find the gift with the Schoolhouse to kick things off. [It's a big green box with a piece of a chalk on top so it should be be pretty obvious]

  • Disarm three pranks set up within the Schoolhouse. [Pranks can be whatever you guys want]

  • Ebegeeser "teach" a class of "children" and the Horseman.

Cast: Ebegeezer - Kazuma Asougi; Horseman - 9S



¶ Scene 2: Ebegeeser's first meeting with Beltrina. Set in the Schoolhouse, Ebegeeser first meets the beautiful Beltrina...and starts thinking about her wealth. Beltrina herself is practicing the violin and is already in a relationship with Bromfred. But could Ebegeeser worm his way into her heart!? Time for Ebeneeser to get his flirt on...and the Horseman might sit on the side and watch. MUSICAL NUMBER ♫ Note: If the Schoolhouse is pre-planned to not be found in the other scene, then they will need to find the box. Otherwise, the scene is set in a random building.

  • Beltrina plays or uses the violin. [Can be meshed with the musical]

  • Ebegeeser tries to flirt with Beltrina through song. [♫]

  • Mention Bromfred.

  • Bonus: Horseman of Christmas Past makes an appearance to speak with Ebegeeser [Can have a separate thread]

Cast: Ebegeezer - Cyrus Albright; Beltrina - Pearl; Horseman - Therion



¶ Scene 3: Bromfred's arrogance and Ebegeeser's jealousy. After learning about Beltrina's relationship with Bromfred and Bromfred constantly messing with him, Ebegeeser is brimming with hatred and jealousy. Bromfred's feelings are far simpler—he just finds the guy dumb and an easy target (no one said Bromfred was nice). So they are at each other's throats and will showcase their dislike through the magic of rap. The characters will have to find microphones, make a stage, and then dish out insults at each other a la "Drop the Mic." Who will be the victor? Will Ebegeeser let slip his murderous thoughts!? MUSICAL NUMBER ♫

  • Find the gift containing two microphones. [Small yellow triangular box up in a tree]

  • Make a stage. [There will be planks of wood and a toolset available nearby]

  • Rap at each other. [♫]

  • Bonus: Horseman appears to warn Ebegeeser through rap. [♫; can have separate threads]

Cast: Ebegeeser - Edna; Bromfred - Therion; Horseman - Ib





[Mod note: Refer to the accompanying Game Notes for more information. If you wish to switch out of your current role, let us know!]
decryptic: (tho thunder's rage is quieted at last)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-24 05:28 am (UTC)(link)
[ So a court system does exist, at the very least... ]

Now that I think about it, I don't know anything about the laws in the Index. I wonder if there are a lot of them. How many did you have back home?
chippedsoul: (clipped my arm right off)

[personal profile] chippedsoul 2018-11-24 05:56 am (UTC)(link)
Too many that it would be a waste of time and we wouldn't get anything done. [Seriously, they'd be here for days.]
decryptic: (hidden so deep in veils of deceit)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-24 06:11 am (UTC)(link)
[ ... Well, that would explain why there needs to be disciples of the law. ]

Sounds messy. Y'know, there was an ancient civilization I heard about once. It had tens of thousands of laws, and all of the land's citizens had to know each and every one of them by heart. Wild, huh?
chippedsoul: (the language that you sing)

[personal profile] chippedsoul 2018-11-24 06:50 am (UTC)(link)
Hah. [He shakes his head.] With a ridiculous demand like that, it sounds like a mess waiting to happen. People generally only remember what matters to them directly. When something happens, they may not be aware of all their rights and be able to represent themselves to the fullest extent. That's why attorneys exist, to consult them and present every option available to them under the law.

[Boy, he's rather passionate about this law stuff.]
decryptic: (as we strive to keep alive our belief)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-25 07:26 am (UTC)(link)
[ The Disciple really does seem to feel strongly about his profession. 9S is silent for a moment before speaking up again slowly. ]

What made you decide to study law in the first place?
chippedsoul: (I tried to speak)

[personal profile] chippedsoul 2018-11-25 07:30 am (UTC)(link)
[Now it's his turn to go silent. Why indeed is a mystery to him right now.]

I don't know that answer, just that knowing the law is the only thing I can remember.
decryptic: (for tho the storms are over and past)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-25 04:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[ 9S can relate to that. It doesn't seem too different from the way he was "born" knowing what his function was. ]

Then now that we're living in the Index, are you going to try being a prosecutor here too? If they have prosecutors, anyway.
Edited 2018-11-25 16:33 (UTC)
chippedsoul: (show me wonders)

[personal profile] chippedsoul 2018-11-25 05:11 pm (UTC)(link)
[He shrugs.] If it'll help get us out of here sooner. There doesn't appear to be a need for me to do so right now.
decryptic: (hidden so deep in veils of deceit)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-25 10:52 pm (UTC)(link)
[ That's... practical. Practicing the law isn't an impulse for the Disciple, then. Not the way gathering information is for 9S.

(Why did he even feel the need to determine that? 9S wishes he could dial his curiosity down sometimes.)

Suddenly, 9S remembers something important. ]


Oh, I should probably return this horse.
chippedsoul: (take me back)

[personal profile] chippedsoul 2018-11-26 12:53 am (UTC)(link)
[He looks over at the pony for a moment, then bows his head to 9S.] Then we'll part ways here. Unless you need assistance escorting your horse.
decryptic: all icons by <user name=pretz> (once there were trees full of birds)

[personal profile] decryptic 2018-11-26 02:48 am (UTC)(link)
[ The Disciple is bowing to him? 9S immediately answers with a rigid salute, raising his left palm to his chest. ]

No, I should be fine from here.

[ He relaxes. ]

And... thanks for talking with me.