I'm not a guppy

“Oh, yes, my costume,” the man nodded, and pulled on the hood, buttoned down the cloak, and put on the skull-painted half-mask over his mouth. “The Horned King, obviously, as you can see! Nice of you to say it looks good on me. Yours looks good as well.”

“The Horned King.” Flounder repeated, getting a feel for the name. “That’s an interesting costume choice, definitely not one I’ve seen before so points for originality.”

Taran tilted his head with curiosity as the other’s silhouette slowly became clearer, and he eyed him up and down real quick. The farm boy’s attention was diverted from the stranger as soon as he mentioned Hen Wen, and he couldn’t help but look down at his pig. “Oh, well, it’s not really my choice, is it, Hen?” he responded, crossing his arms and looking down at the pig with an inquisitive gaze, before letting out a chuckle.

"She's certainly cute." Perseus murmured, watching as the creature sniffed the ground around her owners feet. "Hen is an interesting name for a pig, definitely not what I would choose but to each their own I suppose."

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Garden Ball-Goers || Perseus & Taran

With the ball in full swing Perseus was certain that this was better than anything he could have ever dreamed up. Everywhere people were talking, laughing, drinking or a joyous combination of the three and he hadn’t yet seen one person that wasn’t enjoying themself. Navigating such an event with the poise and grace his mother would expect was another matter entirely. Humans had their own societal code that he was not privy to and half the time he had no idea what anyone was talking about anyway. After a lengthy discussion with someone a noble from a distant kingdom Flounder decided that a break was in order and headed for the nearest exit.

“Thank you, we thought it was a pretty interesting couples costume! Someone suggested we go as snowmen, but…I don’t think that costume would’ve been much more comfortable.”

“I doubt it would be more comfortable as well, much larger too.”

“I see it now! Innovative choice; the amount of duplicate costumes I’ve seen tonight is kind of ridiculous. I give you points for creativity, then. And I am ‘that man from Christmas’, yes; his name was Santa Claus.”

“There does seem to be a lot of people wearing similar things. Santa Claus, that’s it! I think that’s a pretty creative choice as well.”

“Thanks! I think it’s pretty great, actually. It’s not particularly scary, unlike mine, but it makes you stand out. It’s interesting and could make others talk to you and all that stuff, right? Isn’t that what people at parties want to happen?”

“Pretty much, yes. It seems to be working pretty good too. even if most of the people talking to me are just confused by my costume.”

“I’m not aware if it’s celebrated here in Maldonia but it is in the land of Mirindra where I come from. It takes place a few days after All Hollow’s Eve and is a way to celebrate, remember and honor our loved ones who have passed. Its a truly joyous occasion, bright and colorful and so very sweet. Which always surprises those who think it to be dark because of the name Day of the Dead.“

“It sounds like a lovely celebration! I can definitely see why people would think that but it’s nice that it’s not dark, there’s already enough of that in this world.”

“You don’t have to worry, really - I made mine with tree branches and an old blanket! You’re very well off, I guess.”

“I think yours looks splendid! Very creepy but also very mysterious. I’m not sure I’d say very, my mother just decided that because this is only my second time being able to attend anything like this I should have a great costume.”

“What’s your get up supposed to be? The top hat, the whip… a coachman, perhaps? Or–wait, wait! Are you an animal trainer? Am I getting anywhere close? I’m terrible at guessing games.”

“I’m kind of both? I’m supposed to be a circus ringleader, and everything I found in my research suggests they’ve been known to perform with animals like lions and elephants before. Those were both great guesses though! And you’re supposed to be that man from Christmas right? I can never remember his name.”

“I’m afraid I’ve never seen one in person either but if they all dress as you do its a great look!”

“Why thank you!”

“Um, what are you dressed as exactly? You look quite dapper though, so you shouldn’t feel nervous!  ”

“I’m supposed to be a circus ringleader! I’ve never actually seen them but I’ve read a lot about them and I thought it would be a cool idea! What are you supposed to be? Your make-up looks very nice!”

“Well I would most certainly hope that isn’t something she’s capable of doing on a regular basis, oh my goodness! Honestly, I’m surprised my father is even allowing me and my sisters to attend the latest ball given the excitement at the last one - are you going as well, Flounder? To the Halloween party? I’ve only just learned what Halloween is, but apparently there are costumes involved!”

“I don’t think I’d ever set foot on the surface world again if she could run around doing that willy-nilly. I’m quite surprised as well actually, I’m not sure I’d let me children go back if I were in his position. I am going, and I’m very excited to wear a costume too! I enjoyed myself as the festival so I’m hoping this ball is as good as it was.”