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*This event is now closed

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WELCOME TO THE GRAND DUKE'S PALACE!
Welcome Lords and Ladies of Connlaoth to a most magnificent occasion! Here, you will enjoy fine wine and dancing, and get a chance to schmooze with all the lovely noble-fair of the land. So be sure to keep your masks on tight, for this will be a ball to remember!

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RULES OF THE TABLE
The rules are simple, contact Spice via PM or post here to inquire if your character can join. Once approved, you can jump into any of the open threads listed below, or start a private one. Just remember, it has to match the dessert table theme and be posted in The Grand Duke's Palace.  If you create a thread, submit the link to Spice so she can add it to the table :D.
*Please remember, this is a mini-event run under the main event for the Connlaothian Civil War so the same rules apply.

This event is meant for characters to mingle, so feel free to try each 'dessert'! That being said, if your character exits one thread, I simply ask that, at the end of your post in that thread, post a link to the new thread they are entering or, if they leave the ball entirely, please label that ooly at the end of the last post as well. Thanks! This stuff should be labeled oocly so it's obvious for other readers who want to thread hop as well!




AVAILABLE OPEN THREADS: READY FOR A BITE
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15587.msg156761#msg156761">The Dessert Table</a>- This thread is open to ball invitees who wish to schmooze with the Grand Duke himself! Located in the Throne Room.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15590.msg156766#msg156766">Spumoni, Strudel and Sweet Potato Pie</a>- This thread takes place at the dessert and refreshments table near the Dining Hall.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15589.msg156757#msg156757">A Slice of Lemon Cake</a>- This thread takes place in the Music and Drawing Rooms.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15588.msg156754#msg156754">A Raspberry Tart</a>- This open thread takes place in the Game Room.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15606.msg157450#msg157450">Triple Chocolate Cake</a>- -This thread takes place in the Study/ Library
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15605.msg157412#msg157412">Dark Chocolate Eclairs</a>- This thread takes place in the Gardens.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15622.msg157850#msg157850">Vanilla Pecan Candies</a>- This thread takes place on The Veranda over looking the city of Reajh.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15627.msg157929#msg157929">A 'Parfait' Night</a>- This thread will take place in the Star Gazing Tower.
A 'Sundae' Afternoon- This thread takes place in The Grand Duchess's Room.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15643.msg158568#msg158568">Waltz of the Sugar Plum Candies</a>- This thread takes place in the Ballroom.

PRIVATE THREADS: KEPT UNDER A LID
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15591.msg156770#msg156770">Chocolate Covered Cherries</a>- Private spy thread
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15592.msg156778#msg156778">Apple Fritters and First Kiss Jitters</a>- Private thread for non-war related stuffs!
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15603.msg157284#msg157284">The Creme Caramel</a>- A private thread involving the King of Thieves!
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15686.msg159658#msg159658">A Bowl of Bread Pudding</a>- A private thread involving the masked mordecai finally confessing truths to his wife.
<a href="http://www.spiritsoftheearth.net/smf/index.php?topic=15811.msg161817#msg161817">Scooby Snacks</a>- A semi-private thread involving a great chase in order to find Janette Treyburn before she starts more shenanigans!


THE GRAND DUKE AND DUCHESS
"We hope you enjoy yourselves this evening." - Grant Duke Calent Allarrick
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The Never King- a king erased from history because of his dabblings in dark magic (among other things...) suddenly because a present day problem when an unlikely group of adventurers 'awakens' him from the grave. You can read more about the event on the plotting page here and information page here!

I ran the Connlaothian civil war. For more info, check out it's page here. The war has now turned into a 'Cold War' with it's plotting page found here. It's no longer a huge site wide event but the scars are there.

My currently active characters:
Grand Duke Calent Allarrick // Aella Coleridge // Blaith Harmond // Kella Harmond  // Hope Allarrick // Krah Mordeth // Mehtwald Allaen // Zannrick Austengarde // Katahnia Harmond // Jinai Rinstgate  // Leif Arrant // Dekka Blade  // Kentamin Dhelsbar  // Dahnny Quills  // Victoria Armani  // Ohna Waitsmith  // Jarrett L'isson  // Trest Arristaire  // Clayton "Jack-in-the-Box" Wilson // Cullen  //  Vels // Shay // Killian  // Fluke  // Mellesta // Danning // Petrin // Gavriella // Dornsley // Miersck // Aelith // Iyla // Angel // Ellarrah // Persea Ah'nikh // Phone // Jace // Ne'friss // Opus Dey // Lord Amalin // Ehvren // Narophne // Edward // Dehzrehn // Chase Vander // Valeska // Jayo //Layana // Rezvek // Red Sun // Harmanaija // Mirajah // Liana // Oska //Hay-gee // Beatrice // Ninn // Dao'bachpa //Pao'orha // Mae'leena // Davishire // Davina// Gemla // Hyathia //Thethysis // Urd // Missendria // Ina-herit // Feni'tat // Phen // Evelyn // Kell // Striker // Ithica // Connor // Vlint // The Gambler // Lord Aegis // Thomas // Quince // Althea // Vaeyna // Ihlsepar Asawa'eht // Krazxick // Djchastese // Katoma // Na'o // Moonlight // Bluesong //Caollette // Artemis // Arrick // Evetta //Jackal // Winston //Lenny // Anphis // Hebara //Ibra // Dre'hn // Veride // Arthund // Kao

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A pair of fountains gushed at the entrance of the Grand Throne Room Hall, bejeweled with strings of rich diamonds- both white and blue, that had been imported from the exotic lands of Essyrn. Their colors danced along with the waters, while the Great Door they were set before was framed in an equally fancy framework of flowers, feathers and more sparkling jewels, something that did not distract from the hand carved mahogany scenes chiseled into each panel of the decadent wooden door.

The Grand Duke Spared no expense, as the red carpet was laid, stretching from the steps outside the door all the way up to where it settled beneath the throne room chairs, where there sat the Grand Duke and Duchess themselves, sitting like a pair of fancy wild deer (as their costumes were as such), poised like a pair of porcelain figures, until the doors were officially open and Vesrik Delcheux stepped forth, announcing the start off the ball. Those who had been waiting outside were eager to come in, and it was at this the music began, a man playing on the harpsichord while the Grand Duke and Duchess rose and stood before their golden chairs to await their guests...

Once the guests would step inside, they would be overwhelmed by the enormity of the room, with it's walls coated in gold and ivory sculptures, tapestries and massive oil paintings and hand carved mahogany wood framing all the banisters. And up high, the ceiling faired the same, with ivory and gold sculptures blended into the stucco, and hanging with beautifully ornate chandeliers, with one massive one, hanging and strung out with diamonds, int he center. And all the gold, filagree detailed scones on the wall were lit up- and the place was positively glowing.

And the Grand Duke watched behind his mask and bowed to each duke or minor lady, as was customary while they all funneled in through the door. Off to the side, Vesrik continued his announcements, informing all wine and champagne were available by the passing servants or the refreshment table, the dessert table also made open, and the back parlor rooms ready for games. And dancing int he ball room, of course!

The Grand Duke perked up to this, but then found himself glancing up at towards the ceiling a moment when he thought he saw movement, but then noticed the servants working up there to ensure a few unlit candles got relit.
It was here, the Grand Duke, decked out in his grand costume as a wild stag, brushed back his dark green cape lightly to bow before his first royal pair of guests in one deep motion before rising his green eyes to them through his mask.
CHECK OUT MY LATEST SITE EVENT!
The Never King- a king erased from history because of his dabblings in dark magic (among other things...) suddenly because a present day problem when an unlikely group of adventurers 'awakens' him from the grave. You can read more about the event on the plotting page here and information page here!

I ran the Connlaothian civil war. For more info, check out it's page here. The war has now turned into a 'Cold War' with it's plotting page found here. It's no longer a huge site wide event but the scars are there.

My currently active characters:
Grand Duke Calent Allarrick // Aella Coleridge // Blaith Harmond // Kella Harmond  // Hope Allarrick // Krah Mordeth // Mehtwald Allaen // Zannrick Austengarde // Katahnia Harmond // Jinai Rinstgate  // Leif Arrant // Dekka Blade  // Kentamin Dhelsbar  // Dahnny Quills  // Victoria Armani  // Ohna Waitsmith  // Jarrett L'isson  // Trest Arristaire  // Clayton "Jack-in-the-Box" Wilson // Cullen  //  Vels // Shay // Killian  // Fluke  // Mellesta // Danning // Petrin // Gavriella // Dornsley // Miersck // Aelith // Iyla // Angel // Ellarrah // Persea Ah'nikh // Phone // Jace // Ne'friss // Opus Dey // Lord Amalin // Ehvren // Narophne // Edward // Dehzrehn // Chase Vander // Valeska // Jayo //Layana // Rezvek // Red Sun // Harmanaija // Mirajah // Liana // Oska //Hay-gee // Beatrice // Ninn // Dao'bachpa //Pao'orha // Mae'leena // Davishire // Davina// Gemla // Hyathia //Thethysis // Urd // Missendria // Ina-herit // Feni'tat // Phen // Evelyn // Kell // Striker // Ithica // Connor // Vlint // The Gambler // Lord Aegis // Thomas // Quince // Althea // Vaeyna // Ihlsepar Asawa'eht // Krazxick // Djchastese // Katoma // Na'o // Moonlight // Bluesong //Caollette // Artemis // Arrick // Evetta //Jackal // Winston //Lenny // Anphis // Hebara //Ibra // Dre'hn // Veride // Arthund // Kao

Ivory

At his side, as regal as the Grand Duke himself and lovely in her doe costume, surveyed the incoming guests and grandly-decorated room.  She smiled beautifully for her guests, murmured encouragement and consolations, and took in the compliments with a charming humility that strove to honor the guests more than their hostess.

"Your guests appear to be enjoying themselves, my lord," she murmured lowly into her husband's ear between guests.

visualspice

"Yes.. " he said, finding this moment as an excuse to slip his hand into his wife's. Since they had been... 'talking', the Grand Duke had been acting much less rigid than before. But it might have also had to do with him finally sharing a bed with her. It was... rather nice to have someone there, even though he felt guilty she had to deal with his night terrors and screams.

"And they all have you to thank." He gave her hand a squeeze, keeping his eyes upon the approaching series of guests.
CHECK OUT MY LATEST SITE EVENT!
The Never King- a king erased from history because of his dabblings in dark magic (among other things...) suddenly because a present day problem when an unlikely group of adventurers 'awakens' him from the grave. You can read more about the event on the plotting page here and information page here!

I ran the Connlaothian civil war. For more info, check out it's page here. The war has now turned into a 'Cold War' with it's plotting page found here. It's no longer a huge site wide event but the scars are there.

My currently active characters:
Grand Duke Calent Allarrick // Aella Coleridge // Blaith Harmond // Kella Harmond  // Hope Allarrick // Krah Mordeth // Mehtwald Allaen // Zannrick Austengarde // Katahnia Harmond // Jinai Rinstgate  // Leif Arrant // Dekka Blade  // Kentamin Dhelsbar  // Dahnny Quills  // Victoria Armani  // Ohna Waitsmith  // Jarrett L'isson  // Trest Arristaire  // Clayton "Jack-in-the-Box" Wilson // Cullen  //  Vels // Shay // Killian  // Fluke  // Mellesta // Danning // Petrin // Gavriella // Dornsley // Miersck // Aelith // Iyla // Angel // Ellarrah // Persea Ah'nikh // Phone // Jace // Ne'friss // Opus Dey // Lord Amalin // Ehvren // Narophne // Edward // Dehzrehn // Chase Vander // Valeska // Jayo //Layana // Rezvek // Red Sun // Harmanaija // Mirajah // Liana // Oska //Hay-gee // Beatrice // Ninn // Dao'bachpa //Pao'orha // Mae'leena // Davishire // Davina// Gemla // Hyathia //Thethysis // Urd // Missendria // Ina-herit // Feni'tat // Phen // Evelyn // Kell // Striker // Ithica // Connor // Vlint // The Gambler // Lord Aegis // Thomas // Quince // Althea // Vaeyna // Ihlsepar Asawa'eht // Krazxick // Djchastese // Katoma // Na'o // Moonlight // Bluesong //Caollette // Artemis // Arrick // Evetta //Jackal // Winston //Lenny // Anphis // Hebara //Ibra // Dre'hn // Veride // Arthund // Kao

Ivory

Kathryn's fingers twined through his, and she laughed softly at his words.  "All I did was spend your money, my Lord."  Oh, certainly, it had been her idea...but it was Calent who made it possible and who resurrected that idea after some months...  And it really was his money...  "But, thank you," she told him warmly, delighted that he didn't seem utterly miserable.  He was not a man who enjoyed parties, after all, even those thrown in his favor.

A shriek sounded from somewhere, then, and Kathryn's hand instinctively tightened on her husband's.  It dawned on her a moment later, and her face paled...  "That sounded like Valia."

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His eyes rose towards the sound, then noting no one of importance had approached them, he suggested- "Shall we both go to check on her?" After all... he was trying to be more.. husbandly.
CHECK OUT MY LATEST SITE EVENT!
The Never King- a king erased from history because of his dabblings in dark magic (among other things...) suddenly because a present day problem when an unlikely group of adventurers 'awakens' him from the grave. You can read more about the event on the plotting page here and information page here!

I ran the Connlaothian civil war. For more info, check out it's page here. The war has now turned into a 'Cold War' with it's plotting page found here. It's no longer a huge site wide event but the scars are there.

My currently active characters:
Grand Duke Calent Allarrick // Aella Coleridge // Blaith Harmond // Kella Harmond  // Hope Allarrick // Krah Mordeth // Mehtwald Allaen // Zannrick Austengarde // Katahnia Harmond // Jinai Rinstgate  // Leif Arrant // Dekka Blade  // Kentamin Dhelsbar  // Dahnny Quills  // Victoria Armani  // Ohna Waitsmith  // Jarrett L'isson  // Trest Arristaire  // Clayton "Jack-in-the-Box" Wilson // Cullen  //  Vels // Shay // Killian  // Fluke  // Mellesta // Danning // Petrin // Gavriella // Dornsley // Miersck // Aelith // Iyla // Angel // Ellarrah // Persea Ah'nikh // Phone // Jace // Ne'friss // Opus Dey // Lord Amalin // Ehvren // Narophne // Edward // Dehzrehn // Chase Vander // Valeska // Jayo //Layana // Rezvek // Red Sun // Harmanaija // Mirajah // Liana // Oska //Hay-gee // Beatrice // Ninn // Dao'bachpa //Pao'orha // Mae'leena // Davishire // Davina// Gemla // Hyathia //Thethysis // Urd // Missendria // Ina-herit // Feni'tat // Phen // Evelyn // Kell // Striker // Ithica // Connor // Vlint // The Gambler // Lord Aegis // Thomas // Quince // Althea // Vaeyna // Ihlsepar Asawa'eht // Krazxick // Djchastese // Katoma // Na'o // Moonlight // Bluesong //Caollette // Artemis // Arrick // Evetta //Jackal // Winston //Lenny // Anphis // Hebara //Ibra // Dre'hn // Veride // Arthund // Kao

Ivory

Oh, Kathryn could just imagine what Valia had gotten herself into now...  She smiled at Calent, glanced around to ensure no one was staring at them, and then pushed herself up on tiptoes to kiss his cheek quickly.

"Yes," she said, smiling and making no move to release his hand yet.  "Definitely yes."

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Exit to Spumoni, Strudel and Sweet Potato Pie

Ivory

(OOC Note: This part of the thread (Trevian & Valentina) will take place earlier in the evening!)

Trevian was loitering.  But he was loitering with style, so, he assumed it was quite alright.  He had chosen his perch with great care, in order to watch the procession enter.  He was trying to guess the names of the guests as they mingled in the hall.  Some of them, such as the improbably tall Davenshire, were obvious; others were impossible to distinguish beneath their masks.

A woman caught his eye suddenly.  Surrounded by guests, by royalty and nobility, she stood apart...  There was a sort of air about her that Trev could sense, even from such a distance, which made most of the guests avoid her with the good grace and tact of their stations.  She was clearly upset about something...  His heart went out to her; it was far too early in the night for a pretty woman to be left alone and hurting.

"May I offer you a sip of champagne?" Trevian offered graciously at Valentina's elbow.  "And, perhaps, an escort to a quiet place to sit?  There are some rather comfortable chairs just beyond the dais."

Caerina

Valentina was angry. And also sad. It was a strange mix of emotions that made her look quite gloomy and dark, despite being dressed in a beautiful and rich white gown as an ice queen. She was aware that people were avoiding her as best as they could, but for this night, she didn't really care. Her arms were crossed her eyes stuck on the floor.

Her argument with Leif was killing her. That didn't mean she was going  to forgive him easily, she was still quite stirred by the fact that he was keeping her locked up, while he was free to do whatever he wanted to. Yes, he could be quite an ass towards her, and for that she promised that tonight she was going to have fun. Turns out having fun wasn't such an easy task after all that happened...

An unknown voice interrupted her reflecting. First, she wanted to excuse herself and just go away somewhere, but then she realized that would be no fun. She turned her head up and gave one of her charming smiles.

"I already have champagne." she slightly raised her glass "But I will accept your other offer. Quiet place with comfortable chairs sounds heavenly."

Ivory

"You have only to ask," he replied with a charming smile of his own and bow.  "It would be an honor and a privilege, my lady."  He was dressed as the jack of hearts -- and, although the upper half of his face was hidden beneath a white mask, she would see the handsome, easy smile, a strong jaw, and dancing green eyes.

Taking her arm, he guided her towards the open seats, as any true gentleman should.  "Or, perhaps, I should say, your majesty?"

Caerina

Valentina easily smiled. She still wasn't used to being called that way. The other thing she wasn't used to was handsome strangers approaching her.
"So, my mask isn't very convincing?" she asked "My name is Valentina. But, let's keep my identity a secret between us." Valentina winked mischievously.

Ivory

"Ah, Valentina," Trevian answered, savoring the word as it rolled off his tongue.  "Vibrant.  Vivacious."  He kissed the top of her hand softly as his eyes sparkled in play.  "Victorious in her beauty, valiant in her charms, veiled in mystery...  And," he said, pausing to add weight to his words, "Virtuous, to be certain."  He extended a hand in a polite gesture for her to sit, awaiting for her to become settled before sitting down himself.

"Your servant," he added, bowing his head respectfully to her.  "And loyal subject, my Queen.  I should never dare to utter your secret."  His grin took on a more roguish quality.  "...I wouldn't mind keeping you all to myself."

Caerina

Valentina kept a smile on her face, obviously liking his words. She sat next to him, relaxing immediately. Somewhere in the back of her head shewas aware that her husband might be somewhere near, but she didn't want to think about it. For this one night she decided to put her desires above everyone else. Not to mention a small blush that appeared beneath the beautiful mask over her eyes.
"But I am still at a disadvantage." she smirked slightly "I wonder.. Who is the man behind that mask? What is the name of my saviour?"
And surely, she was quite saved for tonight abd thankful fo his timely arrival. This brought her some joy into the evening and made her forget the problems that await her just for a little while.

Ivory

Trevian's laugh was rich and smooth, and it brought a crinkle to the corners of his eyes and a small dimple in the corner of his mouth.

"Trevian," he answered cheerily.  "Though I would answer to 'Mud', should so lovely a lady declare it to be my name."  It wouldn't be the first time, honestly!  "Your dress is magnificent.  I wish you could see the way it stands out from all the birds and the beasts in attendance.  The eye cannot help but find you and admire you in the crowd."

Pretending the idea had just come to mind, he leaned forward with a teasing smirk.  "Ah!  If you should like to see, my queen, I should be honored to model it for you!  I am told I have very flattering legs."

Caerina

Valentina chuckled happily. What was it with this man that made it so much easier to talk with him, understand him and flirt with him. He was so easygoing and men around Valentina usually weren't.

"Well then, I rather like your name so that's how I'll call you." she said with a smile "And your costume is also quite lovely. Strangely appropriate, don't you agree?" Valentina took a small sip of her champagne with a daring smile still playing on her lips. This was a fun and thrilling new experience for her, and she enjoyed every second of it.

She thought about his suggestion for a few moments.
"Are my legs not flattering enough to be a Queen... Trevian?" she teased, a small pout on her face

Ivory

Oh, Trev rather liked her!  She seemed to enjoy games as much as he did!

There was, after all, a reason he had come dressed as a playing card!

"But am I the knight or am I the knave?" He inquired, innocently enough, calling on the duplicity of his chosen card.  "But, then, I suppose, that depends upon the lady's preference...and what I had first taken for a queen in need of a knight may, in fact, be a queen in search of a knave."

"In truth," the redhead added in response to her question with a growing grin, "I've been caught in your eyes since the moment we met.  They're so dark and warm..."  His eyes searched hers, as though truly plundering their depths.  "Like being nestled beneath the covers on a cool autumn's night."

Caerina

Valentina was infatuated by the small game between the two of them.

"Then, I am no good." she said, her voice a huskier "I dare say that there is no such thing as a warm Queen of ice." her voice was challenging and amused by his witty responds and his charming smile. Valentina took another sip of champagne, contemplating his hair, eyes and the parts of his face she could see beneath his mask.

"Oh, but I need both." she added then "A knight and a knave both have their use. And you seem to be what I was looking for." Valentina smiled slightly, her dark eyes looking at him.


Ivory

"Oh, but that's the truly interesting thing about ice," the playing card answered with a grin.  At least, he had been assured by his brother that ice was interesting.  He was glad they'd had that conversation, now!  "For ice to form, it must first be water.  It freezes.  But as things heat up, it begins to melt..."

"I am delighted you find me so appealing," he murmured with a soft laugh.  "Pleasing the lady is always my first priority.  And my second and third as well."

Caerina

Valentina smirked at his words. If she wasn't aware of it by then, she would've surely realized by now that they were flirting. It was shameless for her as a married woman, but it was also quite fun and addictive. Especially with the man in front of her.

"But I am a really cold ice queen." she teased "I doubt a little warmth would melt me."

Ivory

"Oh?  My dear queen, your doubt wounds me!"  He touched his heart in a gesture of how upset her doubts had made him.  "If merely being near me is not enough, I invite you to move closer.  And if that fails..."  He had taken the initiative to lean forward over the arm of his own chair, eyes glittering in humor.  "...I have heard of people in Hyoite huddling together, using the only the friction of their bodies to warm one another."

He let that image truly sink in before rising, then dropping onto one knee before her chair in a gesture of knighthood.  Taking up her hand, he kissed it gently.  "Dance with me tonight when the music begins."

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