farawayplace | [MINI EVENT] ☆T A N A B A T A☆

Those from the four regions of Kanto, Johto, Hoenn and Sinnoh will be very familiar with the sight of bamboo stalks that are left outside decorated with colorful and sparkly paper decorations. There are people gathering around, helping one another put up paper amulet of varying colors to tie around the bamboo branches. On each amulet is a single wish that’s been handwritten by someone.

One can only hope that their wish will be heard…

At night, there’s a surprise to be found: an alternate colored Jirachi is out dressed in what’s clearly a handmade costume. Around its neck, is a colorful paper chain made of sparkly origami paper.

Not only has Jirachi come to grant wishes, Miniors are out and about bright and colorful. They’ll be dancing around seemingly trying to invite people to come join them in the festivities.

((OOC: Happy Tanabata! In the morning is a general mingle post. But as the evening sets in and Jirachi appears, it will start granting the wish written on your amulet whether big or small -- wealth, a long life, or maybe a way to return home. You're free to catch Miniors too, and there's a slightly better chance of encountering a shiny one as well. Just be careful of the ones still in their shell or you might just get a rather explosive surprise...

This event can take place at any town, so feel free to specify a location!))

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[Volo took the photographs, and for just a moment, he was so mesmerised that he forgot the conversation they'd just had. The colours were so sharp and clear, it was just like he was looking into an unchanging mirror. He looked...well, a bit goofy, like always. But Miss Togekiss looked so majestic, just as she did in real life! He couldn't wait to show it to her!

Then his chest and eyes began to ache, as he wondered if there was a way to make sure these photographs stayed with him, and stayed just as beautiful, if he were to get drifted back to Hisui. They would make wonderful souvenirs, for sure. No matter what his face looked like, he looked happy.

Volo turned to his companion, trying to find the words to describe how grateful he was, and what an incredible photographer Trip was! But Trip looked...troubled? Volo remembered, then, that he'd said something to ruin the atmosphere, only a few minutes ago. The pain in his chest and his eyes became sharper.]

Oh...I... - well, first, I must say that these photographs - your work - they're very beautiful. Thank you so much for agreeing to take them, and showing me how they become something I can hold in my hand. Really, it's been an unforgettable experience.

But...I fear I've upset you. Quite unwittingly, if I have, but that's not an excuse, is it? No, not when I'm trying to be a better person -

[He was rambling again. About himself, too.]

Are you alright?

[Upset him?] I'm fine. [Harshly spoken, defensively.
His first instinct was, of course, to retreat into himself and withdraw from everything and everyone else, but, Volo's praising his photography, his hobby that didn't mean very much to most people and he described them so warmly.

He could, cynically, think the glowing praise was simply because Volo was given free prints, but no, Volo's new to this time and this world and he seemed genuinely appreciative of it all, enthralled, even.

Trip's stubborn reticence gave way to a more genuinely moved and surprised expression at Volo's last question. He watched him, rather owlishly, with wide eyes, but didn't know what to say. The cynical part of him insisted all of this concern was for show or out of a sense of being indebted to him, not genuine care... but even if they were, it wasn't common that someone would ask.]

I'll be alright. [Even if he isn't right now.] It's not your fault.

Thank you. You're better than most, I think.

[He didn't know Volo well enough to judge, truly, but the pained look in his eyes felt genuine and the regret too, even against Trip's doubts... if he's aware enough that he's trying to be better than he was before, he's already better than many... and he showed concern, instead of tiring of him or being repelled by his, admittedly, very extreme reaction.

Trip disconnected his camera, gathering his things, and gave Volo a genuine, appreciative smile. It's a fond and gentle smile, not a hint of arrogance or malice! The heavy gloom that had settled on him had also lessened somewhat and he left his seat with a lighter step, no longer bending under its weight.]

[Volo nodded silently, trying to show that he accepted what Trip was saying, even if it didn't fully sink in. How could it not be his fault? He'd said something, and then Trip's mood had changed...

Of course, nobody had to explain their feelings to him, and Volo knew that some people were more private than others. Even he could be private, sometimes, about some things. He respected that, even if he sometimes had to fight the selfish urge to press people on what was wrong, just so that he could know.

Usually it was the things that hurt the most. Things that had left scars in someone's heart. Volo knew that if someone accidentally reminded him of his own wounds, it wouldn't be their fault, even if it hurt him. Perhaps this was a similar situation.

Trip's smile did make Volo feel a little better. He matched it - not his usual wide grin, but a small and grateful smile.]

Thank you, again. I hope you continue to take your wonderful photographs, and make many copies of them, for everyone to see.

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