ᴡᴇ ᴘʀᴏᴍɪsᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ᴍᴇᴇᴛ ᴀɢᴀɪɴ

The weeks passed faster than anyone could imagine, in the big mix that was the party preparations, looking for the best possible costume and simply dealing with the daily adventures that Hive City had to offer. Fall came and, with it, the festival of colors that the falling leaves bring.

Today is October 4th, a day very anticipated by the citizens. The final touches begin to be made early at the Ushiromiya mansion, as folks come and go to set decorations, bring food packages and set the stage up. Everything must be done by exactly 7:00 PM.

And done it is! When the guests start arriving, they might spot a purple and golden chocobos frolicking around in the garden, far enough from the house to avoid meddling with the masses. Once they open the door, they are greeted by a group of Pokémon at the door. Some are excited, like the jumping Infernape and the squeezy Swalot; others are more for the shy side, like the Pawniard hiding behind the Xatu and the wary Luvdisc; and some are just fitting for the party, like the Mismagius and Gastly trying to prank any who approaches them.

The group hands small prank devices and toys, like bubble blowers and snap n’ pops. They also deliver a paper sheet listing several names with numbers from 1 to 5 below them. It might be wise guarding it.

After this exquisite reception, those who enter the Ushiromiya mansion will be greeted by a grandious hall, filled to the brim with delicately decorated tables and chairs, several Halloween themed decorations and - of course - several tables with lots of food in them. An Azurill can be seen desperately trying to keep a Munchlax away from it. Outsider help would be appreciated.

A stage has been set against the hall’s windows. Right in front to it, the iconic portrait of the Golden Witch Beatrice gazes at all the guests present here tonight. Perhaps she’s wishing all to have good fun and enjoy the festivities to the max. Perhaps she’s planning to kill them all in a grotesque manner. Who can tell?

People are given some time to arrive, to find a place to sit, get close to others, let loose whatever pet they may have with them (without any powers, just like the guests themselves), or simply explore the hall. A corridor leads to the parlor, where several props can be picked by those without costumes or who want to improve theirs. There’s also the servants’ room, which has been adapted to serve as a medical post in case anyone falls ill during the party.

All other paths around the mansion are blocked, however, with security making sure that the citizens won’t go around breaking down doors or vandalizing the place otherwise.

A couple minutes after 7:00 PM, the lights suddenly turn off. A couple seconds are given for the citizens to get apprehensive of what’s to come, before a couple spotlights turn on at the top of the staircase leading to the mansion’s second floor. (Paper) golden butterflies fill the environment alongside a layer of dry ice smoke, creating the perfect environment for tonight’s hosts’ arrival.

Beatrice and Battler, the masters of the mansion, arrive to give their welcome to Hive City’s citizens at this very special occasion.

“It’s unwise to mess with unknown creatures in this city.” 

“Okay what the fuck you CAN’T eat all that shrimp in one go”

“I know I brought home six kittens but listen”

“It’s not ‘’’’’obsessive’’’’ I just like watching him throughout the day as a hobby”

“We should dress up as something cringy and film a youtube video of it,  we’ll be famous”

“God I fucking hate ducks, they have no business being so cocky”

“This is why this relationship doesn’t work, because of you, and your always in first place on rainbow road. THIS. IS. WHY.”

“I know you don’t consider Filthy Frank to be art but I do so we need to meet in the middle here”

“I am NOT gay for them, I know we kissed and tried to get married but it wasn’t like I like them or anything”

“God I want an otter, let’s go get one now. Let’s just steal it from the zoo. They can’t stop us”

“One of my socks has a whole in it so I’m going to shoot myself”

“I know bees help the Earth but my face??? not the Earth”

“Monkeys make me so uncomfortable, they scream too much”

“If another baby cries while we’re in this store I am going to fist fight it’s mother”

alternatively send ‘ + ‘ after the symbol for the roles to be reversed where possible !

something to toy around with for those sweet, sweet first interactions ! neat and awkward ice breakers all around!

public transport

“ Is it okay if i — sit here? ”

“ Excuse me? Could you scoot over?

“ Hey — do you need to sit? You can have my seat”

“ You shouldn’t be forced to stand, I’ll move over for you ”

“ Are you traveling far ?”

“ Where are you heading? ”

“ I love the sound of trains, don’t you? ”

“ Oh, sorry…. My name is _____ ”

“ I have only see the sea from a window… ”

“ I’m fetching a snack, would you like me to bring you anything? ”

“ That baby is really annoying, isn’t it? ”

“ I’ve been here for… two – three hours? A few more to go. ”

“ Nothing beats the bus, trust me. ”

“ Did we — pass — Oh fuck. ”

“ Hey? We are at a stop now — are you getting off? ”

“ Hah… yeah you — fell asleep. ”

coffee house

“ I think we — switched orders ”

“ I’ll pay for you — don’t worry, I’ve forgotten my wallet too. ”

“ I’ve had coffee here… would you recommend something? ”

“ Do you need help with your tray? ”

“ Wow, hold — let me clean the table for you! ”

“ Is your name always spelt like KittyKittyNya or is Starbucks out to get you?”

grocery store

“ Let me help you with that —”

“ Could you help me for a second? ”

“ Sorry, did you want this? ”

“ Pardon, could you show me where the ____ is? ”

“ Quite tragic isn’t it? I mean — The news… ”

“ Do you ever wonder if out vegetables truly are organic? ”

“ Is it just me or have the prices gone up lately? ”

“ Sorry but… you wouldn’t happen to know how to cook ____ ?”

“ No way… you like those too? ”

“ Oh no — No no no, I am so — so sorry!”

“ You took my cart my accident! ”

“ Wait — this isn’t my cart is it —- Oh my god, I am so sorry!”

the gym

“Woah there — are you going to lift that on your own?”

“Would you like some help with that?”

“Hey, my partner is out — could you be my support?”

“How long have you been working out?”

“Want to work out together? I could use some company.”

“You are doing it wrong — let me show you.”

“Shit — are you okay? That looked painful!”

“Wow, this is… really awkward, but could I borrow some soap?”

“Is this your bag? I found it last week?”

“Did I just — ? Oh shit, I thought it was my water bottle; sorry!”

stood up date

“Hey… are you okay?”

“What? They stood you up?”

“I can’t let you sit on your own; let me wait with you?”

“Wanna ditch this place and take a walk with me?”

“Would you like me to call you a cab? or call… someone?”

“It’s okay. You don’t have to — pity me.”

“Hey… are you — crying? What happened?”

“It’s fine, I’m… waiting for someone.”

When the citizens of Hive City wake up today, they’ll be greeted by a peculiar looking letter envelope in front of their doors - no matter where they live. It showcases the crest of a golden one winged eagle, a symbol likely familiar to some of them. A wax seal with a similar figure closes each envelope, as if each of them were handled with personal care.

For those who choose to open it, an invitation would meet their eyes, in which it reads:

Dear …, If you’re reading this, you’re cordially invited to join the USHIROMIYA FAMILY at their early celebration of HALLOWEEN through a great FESTIVITY to be held in their MANSION in SECTOR FIVE, address detailed below. FOOD AND DRINKS shall be generously offered, besides a great number of other ACTIVITIES AND GAMES. This year, a COSTUME CONTEST will be the party’s main attraction, whose winner shall be granted the blessing of ONE WISH from the hands of us hosts (inside their current capabilities). Participation in the contest, just like wearing a costume in general, is NOT mandatory, however. All you need to do to join us is to present this INVITATION at the mansion’s entrance from OCTOBER 4TH, 19:00 to OCTOBER 5TH, 2:00. We eagerly await for your company. Sincerely,

LORD BATTLER and LADY BEATRICE.

Almost immediately after being opened and read, the wax seal turned into a golden butterfly, which flew around for a moment before dispersing into small, golden droplets…