Scene #4279: New Ideas

Owner	Pose
Tomoyo Daidouji	Via multiple media, such as post, mass email, and simple word of mouth, Tomoyo has requested creative types of all types to gather in Tomoeda. Normally, she would like to conduct such a meeting in her own store, but it is still in the process of being rebuilt, so that's not happening. Thus, everyone will have to congregate in the luxurious gardens of the Daidouji estate. Oh darn. For indeed, the given address is well out into the suburbs of Tomoeda, a Western-style mansion behind a large fence and automatic gates, which are being left open for people. However, two of those tall, intimidating ladies in suits that guard Tomoyo are vetting everyone who shows up to make sure they are suited for the day's events. It's a quick walk around the mansion to reach the back, where a veranda has been set up with a lavish spread of teas, cakes, and pastries for everyone to help themselves to. Tomoyo herself is there waiting in her business suit, a pleasant smile on her face. Everyone is greeted by name, and invited to get settled before moving on to the reason they're all here.
Sanary Rondel	Since when did Sanary of all people count as a a creative-type? Long enough, apparently, since she's actually shown up at the Daidouji estate today with not a single weapon to be seen on her. She's even wearing a significantly more relaxed outfit than her usual combat-ready fare: A yellow t-shirt with a lacy hem and canary design on the front, navy blue shorts, stockings, and sneakers! What better way to show she's not here to fight than to show up in one of Tomoyo's personalized outfits? Her right arm's bandaged up, anyway, so that might help her look less threatening as well. The healer cricks her neck lightly as she strolls through the outdoor garden, sizing up the waiting guards and giving them nods of approval before heading for the back. Shit. Which fork is she supposed to use for these things again? Sanary's just going to have to wait for someone else to show her so she doesn't make an ass of herself. Instead, she stays away from the food for now, and just approaches Tomoyo with a light wave with her good hand. "Hey, Tomoyo. Really nice place you got here." Although she's grinning, the healer is also grimacing inwardly just a bit. Was this supposed to be a formal occasion, too? Crap. She's got a suit back home, too!
Yari Takane	"Linh, this is an awful idea." Comes one Yari Takane to her younger foster-daughter, a Korean looking girl no more than twelve at the most. The girl in question has hold of the ninja's tail and is all but dragging her towards the Daidouji estate. Both have their hair in complicated buns with decorative chopsticks, Yari's scales are nice and shiney, and they're wearing expensive kimonos. "Mother, getting to express your talents in a healthy way will be good for you, and Miss Sanary too." Sigh. After what was no doubt a very awkward betting and Linh Stares (tm) at the suited women, Yari's soon right beside Sanary. Yari also starts discretely pointing out the proper forks to Sanary, helpfully! Also occasionally giving 'save me' looks to said healer. "Miss Daidouji. It's been a while." Sigh. A respectful bow. Linh beams.
Alice Margatroid	One such person who got it from 'word of mouth', or in this case 'word of doll' was Alice Margatroid, the dollmaker of Gensokyo. "Creative types?" she questions, shaking her head, "It's Tomoyo, of course. Though she wants me to come?" she gives a slight nod and a smile, "Hourai, Shanghai... I'm heading to Tomoeda. I'll be back later." it's here she takes off and follows the doll back to the proper location. If there was one thing, she wasn't going to miss anything that Tomoyo did. After all, Alice does consider her a friend! Flying through the warpgate, she follows the doll a bit more and grins, moving to enter the estate's airspace and land where she needs to, avoiding the guards and everything.. after all, she did have a good rapport with the Daidouji's. (That and she still had that promise kept to Tomoyo's personal guards...) "Tomoyo." she starts, looking towards the others that are here. She didn't recognize Sanary or Yari or Linh either... well, this will be good. "Others. It's good to see you, I'm glad everything's well, I was starting to worry." She turns towards the other three present... "I'm Alice Margatroid, Dollmaker and magician. Good to meet you."
Nozomi Houken	Nozomi Houken would normally not come to this sort of event. As much as she's come out of her shell, 'after-school clubs' and things of that sort are a bit beyond her just yet. But as he has done so many times by now, Commander Seiji Kuroyama has insisted that she get out and engage with people, especially since it's people that are interested in her for her hobby. And there are very few things Nozomi can honestly say she's kinda proud of. So Nozomi is here, wearing her school uniform for lack of anything more 'presentable', and sitting astride Taiga, who casually carries her right up to the gate and greets the women with a deep-voiced, "Hello." I am a cat, there is nothing abnormal here. As the girl and the TIGER are led around the mansion, it becomes easy enough to see she's carrying a box under one arm, being very careful with it. When she comes into sight of Sanary, Yari, and Alice, though, there is an immediate flareup of painful shyness. She looks as if she'd like to curl in on herself and disappear.
Rarity	Complain about a garden party behind one of the finest mansions near this version of Tokyo? Certainly not Rarity! Most certainly not at all. That the meeting was about a subject matter possibly close to her interests is a bonus though, and maybe a little bit of a surprise, considering she and Tomoyo could be considered rivals in a similar professional field. Unless this isn't about business. Which just makes her all the more curious. To the surprised of pretty much no one Rarity arrives from around the side of the mansion in appropriate fashion of a casual dress kimono. It's actually a blend of oriental and equestrian, as it has a flower pattern on the material, but the flowers are the apple blossoms one would see around Ponyville instead of the traditional cherry blossoms. "Hello dahlings~". A smaller unicorn in a matching pattern kimono follows her along, Sweetie Belle being a little less prancy than usual because the outfit isn't really suitable for bouncing about. She is no less energetic though. "Hopefully no one minds that I brought my sister along."
Kotone Yamakawa	Kotone Yamakawa had got the notice over severalbits of social media and was quite curious to see this. Tomoyo was omeghing she did consider a friend of sorts nad the idea to get talking shop about creative with others was interesting to her though she typically herself worked with mechanics but she needed a day off from all the adventuring she'd been doing lately and the mansion was ... daunting to her. This was way above her income bracket but it made her respect Tomoyo all the more. Her family had money yet she was very much firmly working. She's also clad in some very high tech but classy clothing a long sleevly jacket, and such.
Nero	"Mhmhmhmhm!" Came an imperious chuckle that echoed through the path before the veranda, followed by the clack of heels, and then finally... the diminutive stature of a certain emperor sauntering into sight. She's wearing her usual extravagant red and gold dress, translucent at the front where her golden greaves are visible. "Behold! It is I, Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus!" She sweeps an arm outwards to compliment her dramatic statement. "And it is with my grand arrival, that I can finally say that this little gather of the minds has reached it true pinnacle of greatness!" ...Nero, no.
Yuna Kagurazaka	Normally, Yuna's arrival would probably be delayed by one of two things: her work as an idol, or something related to being the Savior of Light. This time, however, it was schoolwork - and she's still in her Beacon Academy uniform when she reaches the front gates of the Daidouji estate, smiling and bowing politely to the WIBs on guard, showing her Union ID if they need proof of her identity beyond the fact that, y'know .... Yuna's been a friend of Tomoyo's for a while, as well as a customer, and she's been openly supportive of the seamstress's boutique as well as of Tomoyo personally. A few minutes later, Yuna approaches the veranda. "Good evening, everybody!" Yuna calls out cheerfully, her smile only brightening as she sees who else has gathered. Sanary and Yari may be Confederates - and Yuna's been in the unfortunate predicament of having to fight both of them within fairly recent memory - but she still counts them as friends, and there are plenty of other friends here too: Alice, Nozomi, Rarity, Sweetie Belle, Kotone - heck, even Nero's presence seems to be welcome to the blonde idol singer, for all that Yuna has cut loose verbally on the reincarnated emperor. "It's good to see you all!" she says, bowing briskly but deeply to the gathering - and she totally means it. "I did bring a couple of bottles of cider," Yuna adds as she straightens up, looking now to Tomoyo and her mother. "I wasn't sure if I needed to, but I figured it was better to bring some kind of token rather than to show up empty-handed." And sure enough, she's holding a padded (and possibly insulated) cloth bag, big enough to hold two fairly large bottles. Not quite 'mass-quantity sake bottle' size, but it should be enough for the gathering ... if Tomoyo and/or her mother don't just save the cider for a later time.
Tomoyo Daidouji	The first guests already makes things terribly interesting! The guards at the gate recognize Yari and Sanary, and though it's hidden behind those black shades, the pair can probably feel the glares boring into them. But, both are allowed to pass. Their hostess seems more than a little surprised at their arrival, but she welcomes them graciously anyway. "Miss Rondel. You look... better." Last time she saw her, the girl had been a laser-blasting psychopath. "And Miss Takane. I am glad to see you recovered." She means it too. She also smiles and bows to Linh, introducing herself. But now, Alice descends from the sky! "Hello Alice~ I'm glad you got the message. You coop yourself up in that house so much, I was worried you would miss it." She says it nicely, not intending to tease. But Alice can be kind of a shut-in at times... Tomoyo she has yet to meet Nozomi and Taiga, both receiving a polite bow. The latter is certainly unusual, but Tomoyo regularly speaks to a creature of similar size and shape, but magical. She's used to it. "Thank you both for coming~" Rarity receives a smile. "Welcome, Miss Rarity. It's no trouble at all~" Sweetie Bell gets a smile too. Tomoyo remembers her from the Halloween house! But then, the extravagant emperor arrives. "Miss Nero, thank you for blessing this with your presence~" Well, she certainly knows how to play along. Kotone's quiet arrival almost goes unnoticed! But the tailor spots her and greets her kindly, as usual. "Oh, welcome Yuna~ You brought something? Thank you very much!" A maid is called over to take the cider away to properly chill. This seems like enough people, so it's time to begin! Everyone is waited on, offered tea and sweets by a small troop of maids. A large round table has been set up for everyone to sit at, and they're given free reign to explore the gardens. Younger or uncreative guests like Linh, Sweetie Bell and Taiga are asked if they would like to pass the time watching a movie while the adults discuss business. Should any accept, they are shown to Tomoyo's personal multimedia room and given the breadth of her impressive collection to watch. Save the contents of one locked cabinet. Those are for Tomoyo's eyes only. After everyone has had time to acclimatize and get along, Tomoyo calls for attention. "Thank you all for coming~" she begins, speaking clearly but not really raising her voice. "I asked you all here today for one reason. I know you all have busy lives, so I will be direct. I want to create a collaborative of creators, so we may work together on all manner of projects, form networks, and take what we do to new heights~" So upfront! The tailor smiles pleasantly and looks to everyone. "Are there any questions?"
Nozomi Houken	There's a polite nod to Tomoyo, and a soft, "Ah, thanks..." from Nozomi. In large part, however, she seems quite happy to stay near Yuna; mostly because Yuna is one of the only people here she really knows. Yuna is the officially-designated 'safe person' for her this gathering. Taiga, meanwhile, regards the maids offering him a movie with a stare best described as 'vaguely quizzical'. Why does a cat need movie? "I will remain with my User," he declares simply, before taking a seat right beside Nozomi. Nozomi sits at the table right beside Yuna, and sets the box she's brought with her on the table. It's of roughly the same proportions as a shoe box, but slightly larger. Any questions? That's... that itself is a good question. Nozomi wracks her brain for a moment, but nothing comes to mind. There's too much yet to even explain. She can wait.
Yari Takane	Nozomi, Rarity, Rarity's sister, Alice, and Kotone get a similar bow as they enter. "A diverse group. This should be interes..." Nero arrives. Yari and Linh alike just flat-out stare. Linh finally giggles, while Yari looks like her ninja soul is dying a little inside. Oh yes, she remembers this woman well. "Good evening, Miss Nero." Yari deadpans. Twitch. Twitch. She leans to Sanary to whisper. "Feel free to smack me if I look like I'm about to strangle her, Sanary." So /loud/! This makes a certain Idol's arrival almost a relief. She can stomach good old 'emotional conflict' that attaches to one Yuna Kagurazaka. She thinks she has a fairly good read on the woman. A wave. "You look well, Miss Kagurazaka. Good to see you." At least it sounds mostly sincere. Linh, meanwhile, looks at Yuna with the peering of a massive fan trying to be polite. Squeee~! "It took some work, but I'm fine now, thank you, Ma'am." She certainly holds no dislike for the young woman, or malice for that matter. Linh, notably, stays clung to her mother's arm. Nope, she's not going anywhere. Yari's hand shoots up as Tomoyo opens the floor to questions. "To what end? Simply to create better works of art and production? As a business venture?"
Sanary Rondel	Sanary snickers as she hears Yari's protests from behind her, glancing back at the ninja and the child with a warm (if somewhat mischievous) smile. "It'll be fine. Change of pace, you know?" She nods in acknowledgment of Yari's request, too, and she refrains from any smacking for now! She's totally not taking that chance to eye the forks, too. A hand is raised in a sorta-subtle thumbs-up, and the she turns around at the sound of more familiar and unfamiliar voices! "Didn't we meet at your mother's place that one time? Ah. Sanary Rondel. Healer and... Little bit of everything, I guess? Nice to meet you, too." Alice gets a polite bow from the one-eyed healer, looking just a little off since it's the sort of bow that would be more appropriate from someone wearing a suit rather than shorts. Nozomi's shyness draws a raised eyebrow from the healer. She stares right at the girl and the TIGER for a few moments, then raises a hand in a short wave of greeting without actually saying anything. No sense scaring the girl more! The pair of colorful ponies get a similar wave from the healer. She's already getting lazy with the formalities! "Hey there. Looks like today's party is getting pretty big, huh?" Sanary laughs freely for a moment, then freezes when she hears a distinctly more familiar voice. A very... Boisterous one. Today's going to be interesting. Sanary looks over at Nero and flashes the woman a knowing grin, tapping two fingers to her head in a vague salute at her. "Hey there, Nero. I didn't know you were into the artsy stuff." Sanary's grin is tempered just a bit when Kotone and Yuna show up. She's encountered them both quite a few times in recent memory on opposing matters, so trying to be too friendly with them is tricky to say the least. At least it looks like they're trying to keep things civil as well, and she offers them both light nods in greeting. "Kotone. Yuna. You're creative types, too?" The slight surprise is more directed at the former than the latter, what with Yuna being a singer and all, but... ... Well, Sanary probably should have thought about that before saying it in that order. Oh well. The glares from Tomoyo's guards don't go unnoticed, either, and they're met with a matching stare from the Confederate healer. Well... As matching as she can do without going cross-eyed with just the one eye to contend with signifcantly more than one. Thankfully, the maids seem to be less hostile, and Sanary takes full advantage of that hospitality to sample some of the snacks! Not too much, though, since she needs to avoid making an ass of herself. More of an ass, anyway. "I like the sound of that... Just seeing how we can create stuff outside of fighting and the like, yeah? Hmm... Had any specific projects in mind for us to start with?"
Alice Margatroid	"Well, I couldn't very well miss a friend's gathering, could I? I can... relieve myself of my house when needed..." a pause, "I just choose not to most of the time." cough... "But thank you for having me here." that smile returns as she looks to the rest. Yuna's one she knows but the others? They're strange. She gives a curious look to Taiga itself, a grin... "Such a fancy anamatronic. It thinks and feels on its own, doesn't it?" she almost makes motion towards it but, seeing as Tomoyo is there... and Nozomi being near it... she'll not. But she takes a move to... sit in mid air. Flight is wonderful, is it not? She turns back towards Sanary and nods, "We did, thank you for ... not destroying Mom's place... I dont' think she ould have been too happy if you did..."
Nero	Tomoyo knows how to play along. Nero smiles broadly, hands resting on her hips. "Indeed! You know, Lady Tomoyo! I am most pleased!" And then to Yari, "Aha, Lady Takane! It has been quite some time since I have last heard tell of your misadventures! Have you lost your legs yet?" Nero please. And to Sanary, "Lady Rondel! I would have you know that I am a master of the arts first and foremost! The blade is merely secondary! To think that you did not know this!" She sighs dramatically looking off into the distance. "I am well and truly disappointed!" And then she smiles all the same. "But fear not. I am benevolent. I shall forgive your ignorance. After all, it is only natural." What's natural? Sanary's ignorance? That's mean. "But my, what a diverse group we have here today! Ninjas who have lost their limbs! Healers who fancy themselves warriors! People from the sky! Horses! Metal beings from beyond! Singers! Seamstresses!" And she pressed a hand to her chest. "And me! Emperor of The Myriad Universes!" ...NERO PLEASE. Tomoyo's simple explanation of this gather is met with a pause. ...And then the Servant starts laughing. "Mhmhmhm....Ah ha ha ha ha! Excellent! This is truly excellent! A coalition of the arts! For the sole purpose of putting our great minds together and toppling even the gods with our artistic brilliance! Yes!" She clenches a fist. "Yes! I am most pleased with this arrangement! I shall allow it!" Nero states, sweeping her arm outwards again. "We shall gather under one banner, and strike down all who would dare to stand in the way of true artistic beauty!" ...That's not why we're here.
Yuna Kagurazaka	Yuna willingly relinquishes the cider to the maid for proper chilling, and takes a seat at the table with the others. Nozomi's proximty is acknowledged with a covert hand-squeeze, if the more timid girl doesn't pull away from the attempt; if she does, Yuna's not going to force the issue - she just gives Nozomi a friendly smile and a nod. And then, the discussion turns to business. "Creative .... I'm normally more of a performer than a composer or songwriter," she admits, "but I do turn my head and my hand to coming up with tunes or lyrics every so often. Most of the time I hand my notes off to somebody who writes them for a living, whether to approve or disapprove, or just to build on the framework I came up with. Still ..." She looks at Yari. "Nobody creates in a vacuum, right? I've got some dresses from Rarity and Tomoyo that were sewn for the concert stage, and I can help show their handiwork off in front of an audience that way - partly for appreciation's sake, but I don't think any of us have written off increasing business for them. So -" Neros gonna Nero, and this Nero does exactly that. "There's plenty of room in the Multiverse for more than one 'standard' of beauty," Yuna says, with the kind of overtly polite tone that some people might realize is her preferred option to a potentially very impolite rejoinder.
Rarity	Rarity just rolls her eyes once at Nero's pompous entrance, murmuring something to herself about how she's reminded of Queen Luna before she had properly reintergrated with modern society. Otherwise, though, she keeps the desire to snark that Nero should at least be modest to their host down. Last thing they need to start is an argument on when melodramatics are appropriate to social gatherings. At the offer Sweetie Belle bows politely, minding her manners despite her youghtful energy. Rarity would have her tail in a knot if her sibling fumbled her formalities. "That is generous of you miss, but I am here to contribute!" She looks back up with a smile. "I often help Rarity around her shop, and my friends and I have done our fair share of creative projects in pursuit of our QT Marks." The talent show was a bit of a blunder, but they did A-Team up that working booby-trapped parade float on their own, amongst others. Of course all effort of ettiquete are gone when snacks come into play, because kids will be kids. Rarity sighs a little as Sweetie Belle helps herself to the offered cakes, though only takes some tea for herself. Then smiles to Yuna, one of the other people here she knows the most personally. "Yuna, dahling, so good to see you again!" Pause. "And at a time that's not the dire end of some grand disaster for once, as well." And Nero... is Nero. She has heard the Emperor on the radio enough to know this is typical for her, but again, she's rolling her eyes the other way again and refraining herself from making any upsetting comments. Yes, good Rarity, just focus on the matter that they were all brought together for. "So, a think tank for those of the creative and constructive style? What a delightful notion~"
Kotone Yamakawa	Kotone Yamakawa grins over at Yuna for a moment frinning at her. "This is pretty impressive, and it's good to see you as well Tomoyo it seems you gone all out on this and it's quite impressive." She grins widly at teh Tailor. "I'm hoping to get a chance to catch up with you." she's about to say more when Tomoyo reveals what her plans it. "That is one heck of an idea but what limitations are on it as you seem to be recuiting from anywhere for such a group?" She looks to Sanary, if there's an issue with her Kotone makes no sign of showing it at all, she's chipper in a good mood andshe says. "Hello Sanary, and yes I'm a mechanic I do a lot of scatch builds notabley motorcycles quite a bit. I'm an actual trained vechile designer. Not that that comes up much outside of my home world." She seems in good spirits hell she doesn't even bring up last nuight at all heck she's not thinking about it. She also looks over to Alice and gives the doll maker a wave, ans she politely does not know what to say to the Roman Empress.
Tomoyo Daidouji	Tomoyo looks to Yari to answer her question. "There are many reasons as to why people create things~" she begins. "I would not demand a shared purpose, just a willingness to collaborate and network. Your reasons are your own. If there is a conflict of interests, I am happy to mediate to keep things civil." Next, she looks to Sanary and nods her head. "Mostly~ But there is more to being creative than just creating things. The procurement of materials, finding inspiration... and if you want an audience or a sales venue, you may need help in setting it all up. To these ends, I hope members can help each other in areas where they may struggle individually." She tilts her head as she considers the idea of 'projects.' "Nothing right now, but I do plan to keep my ear to the ground for some big opportunities. So we can really make an impression~" Kotone asks a very good question! Tomoyo nods to her and says, "I can't really stop any of you from doing things on your own time... however, should any member try to involve the group in morally reprehensible actions, they will be ejected," she says firmly, looking to certain people at the table. You all know who you are. "Laws can be loose, or tyrannical, so I will not be thinking in terms of those. For the most part, it seems that everyone else is interested, to differing degrees of exuberance. "Thank you all~" the tailor says, sounding genuinely heartened to hear such support. "For now, I would like to open up the floor to you all. I realize that some of you may not know each other, so I would like all of you to introduce yourselves, and state what creative endeavours you pursue." Tomoyo stands, to give a demonstration and to get the ball rolling. "I am Tomoyo Daidouji. You probably all know that I am a tailor by trade, but I also enjoy photography and making short films~ I dabble in drawing and painting too."
Alice Margatroid	Alice nods, "I'm excited about this, perhaps I can join my trade with others for the sake of crafting." Alice claps her hands together and bows a bit, looking towards everyone after Tomoyo introduces herself. "For those who don't know me, I'm Alice Margatroid, Youkai Magician and Dollmaker of Gensokyo. Shanghai and Hourai are watching my cottage right now but I also have plied my trade in other wares, such as blankets and the like..." she gives Tomoyo this knowing smile. "I've also begun to learn how to use my dolls to create effects that are similar to residents of Gensokyo... and explosive dolls are one of my specialites." She bows a bit, "I'm... a bit over a hundred and so... and I can cook decently too. And I have devils as bakers so if you want some chocolate, go to the Devil Wing Bakery here in Tomoeda!" okay, so a bit of shameless self promotion... but when has that hurt anyone?
Yari Takane	Yari slumps just a bit. "I'm saved." She offers to Sanary. She doesn't get too far from Sanary Safe Zone (tm). The ninja's tail sway sway sways as she pays attention to everyone's input! Yari's eyes go wide, and the ninja very seriously just thinks about shooting Nero on the spot. There's a gaze from Linh, then Yari turns to Sanary. Twitch. Twitch twitch twitch. Her tail lashes violently, her eye is a smidge bug-eyed in anger. "For your information, Miss Nero, no. All of my limbs are currently in place, thank you. I'm sure your works of art will be as impressive as your...silver tongue." Deep sigh. Empire help her! Deep sigh. Heeelp. Hey, wait, where's Linh going? Right up to Yuna, in fact. The young girl is looking at Yuna in pure awe, eyes shining just a little. Suddenly, the girl is reaching to shake the idol's hands! "I...I...It's an honor to finally meet you, Miss Yuna! Your songs are amazing! Mom let me go to one of your concerts once, it was soooo amazing! If you're going to work with Mommy and the others and Miss Tomoyo, Linh Takane will help out too! I'm a good flower arranger! And I can help Mom out with her cooking!" Seems these two have Botany and Culinarianism covered. "That's enough Linh." Tomoyo's words get taken in. It's all very open, very legal, and very moral. Not something that one might think a Fed to be interested in. Still, she can't help but think that a hobby without any moral implications might be good for a change. To create might be a way to forget some of the horrors of war. "Nothing morally unacceptable, collaboration at it's heart. Understood." There's a standing salute. Linh mirrors it after a moment. Yari briefly looks around. "Some of you know me, but I'll address the group. My name is Ensign Yari Takane, Confederate Elite Forces. My professional work aside, I'm also a skilled cook and botanist, and I've won several fishing competitions. If any of you need food for catering, or more natural additions to your work, please let me know." A deep bow, and then she's sitting again.
Nozomi Houken	"Yes, I do," Taiga replies. He has taken up a posture of 'laying beside Nozomi's chair' by this point, but that doesn't stop him from responding to Alice, one ear quirked towards her. "It makes for a more effective hunter." Nozomi seems somewhat reassured by the squeeze from Yuna, but she does still remain quiet, if a bit less nervous. Some of these people make her particularly hesitant, but there are good people here too. Not to mention a kid being adorable at Yuna. And Tomoyo has emphasized 'no morally reprehensible actions'. That too is reassuring. Which is good, because oh god introductions in front of everyone. "I'm... I'm Nozomi. Nozomi Houken." It comes out as kind of a mumble. She almost stands up, but seems to think better of it. "This... this is Taiga. He's... he protects me. And I'm... ah... I make..." Oh god. Everyone is staring. Everyone is /staring/. Well, words have officially failed. Time for actions instead. With her head lowered, Nozomi reaches over and opens the box, then takes the object within and sets it on the table. It's a scale model of the USS Voyager. And not just stock, either; completely repainted, with hints of 'battle damage' added here and there by hand. It's very, very well-detailed. A lot of work has gone into it.
Nero	Nero stands, hands on her hips as she gives her introduction next. "I am Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, Fifth Emperor of Rome, and First Emperor of The New Imperial Roman Republic!" She thrusts an arm outward. "I dabble in all forms of art! Music! Theater! Opera! Painting! Sculpting! Illustration! Writing! Culinary Arts! There is no task that beyond my great, wide reach! My radiance pours outward, enveloping the Myriad Universes and enlightening all who bask in my glow!" "In recent times, I have hosted a grand improv within my Domus Aurea Theater! Hosted a rousing collaborative writing venture! Created a magnificent statue of Sir Souji Murasame and Sir Landon al Cid, as well as Sir Bedivere! And I have published the novel Forbidden Knights to great acclaim!" ...It was actually mixed acclaim, but don't tell her that. But she finally sits down after that, letting out a huff of satisfaction, arms crossed. ...Yep, that was Nero.
Yuna Kagurazaka	Yuna smiles at Linh, offering her a bow (albeit while seated, which is always tricky). "It's a pleasure to meet you too, Linh! Hopefully we'll get the chance to talk some more later." Other than replying to Linh's introduction, Yuna sits quietly; when her turn comes around, she rises to her feet, bowing politely to the others. "I believe I've met all of you in various situations, but I'm Yuna Kagurazaka, an idol singer. I do some dancing as well as part of my performances, although nothing too elaborate; I've been taking some lessons in acting - both voice acting and conventional - and I've been trying to learn to play the violin ..." She winces a bit, "My skills on that last aren't really up to the point where they deserve mentioning, but I'm still trying."
Rarity	"Everyone has their reasons for bringing their art and beauty into the world, but that does not mean they cannot pool their resources and talents together." She too looks a little more relaxed when 'no reprehensible actions' is firmly covered... though it's debatable if she was worried about the Confederates at the table, or -Nero- considering the way she just faintly twitchs an eye at that pompously long list of names and titles. Seriously. And people say she can be excessive. Ahem, anyways. Introductions. The unicorn stands, on her back legs at her spot at the table, and puts the other hoof to her chest. "I am Rarity, one of the Harmony Knights, the protectors of our version of Equestria. By professional trade I am a seamstress and fashionista," she holds a hoof up high, "from the most elaborate of elegant finery," then lowers it to the table in an overly grand exaggerated gesture, "to the simplest but oft most important mending of seams and prolification of reliable yet pleasant attire for the everyday needs." Then brings both forehooves to her chest as if clutching them there, moving her head in just the right way to give her precisely curled and coifed mane a little hairflip motion. If the sparkle in her eyes is natural or one of her magical accents is anyone's guess. "Fourishing business aside, I pursue my art not for the profit despite my taste for the finer things of social stature," another broad grandoise gesture is made with her forelimbs, "but to bring forth the beauty that is within everyone for the rest of the world to see and enjoy~" ...Dear goddesses Rarity what are you trying to do, out-dramatics Nero?... The flourish of gestures ends with lowering one forelimb to her side. "And this is my darling younger sister--" And that is when upon glancing aside from the corner of her eye she realizes the younger unicorn has strayed from her side. "--Sweetie Belle?!" While Rarity was being all.. well, Rarity, Sweetie Belle had wandered around the table to where Lihn is doing the awestruck eyes at Yuna. She offers a forehoof politely to the other closest to her relative age. "Hello, I'm Sweetie Belle, nice to meet you~" .. Oh, good, she's just trying to make friends. Rarity lets out a short sigh as she slumps back into her seat with relief.
Sanary Rondel	Sanary chuckles at Alice's response. "Hey, I'm not gonna blow up someone's house for no reason. I'm not in the..." Catching herself, she laughs lightly and shakes her head. No sense reminding herself of more unpleasant things here! Nero's boast draws a curious look from the healer, of course. "Really? Huh... Now I really gotta see what kind of stuff you're capable of, if swordfighting's not your main focuse." It's a little disheartening, sure, but... Well, Sanary's own specialty isn't direct combat, either! Even if she has been doing it her whole life and... NO. MORE. UNPLEASANT THOUGHTS. Thankfully, she doesn't seem to make that mental connection between 'ignorance' and 'natural'. Did she just prove Nero right?! Not that Sanary's aware of it, anyway. Instead, the healer's more focused on reaching over to Yari to give her tail a light pat to try and help calm the ninja down. Someone's got her back here, at least! "Material gathering... That sonds more up my alley. Just as long as I'm not doing all the dirty work, of course." Sanary laughs for a moment and quiets down as people start getting up to introduce themselves and their specialties, taking that opportunity to munch on a few more snacks (with the proper utensils, even). Yari and Linh, of course, get cheered on as they speak. No playing favorites here! She's more polite with her reactions to everyone else, with Alice and Nozomi in particular being noticed: the former getting a surprised 'ooooh' at the mention of her age (and chocolate) and the latter getting an impressed 'whooa' when she unveils the model spaceship. She's already wearing one of Tomoyo's outfits, Nero's flair for the dramatic arts is expected, and she's heard Yuna's performances in more hostile situations already. And then Sanary gets up to speak! "Captain Sanary Rondel, healer for the Confederacy. I.. Uh. I'm pretty sure a bunch of us have fought before, but I'm not gonna do anything dumb while we're here. I don't do a lot of creative stuff, but... Erm. I raise pigs back home! Wait..." Crap. What creative stuff /does/ she do, anyway? She waffles for a while before clearing her throat, actually looking incredibly awkward from her lack of a thing to present. "... A-actually, I was kinda hoping to figure out something I'd be good at here." That last part comes out very quietly, like she's embarassed to even be admitting that.
Kotone Yamakawa	Kotone Yamakawa says "I see so keep the war out of it? A good policy honestly when you get down to it the end of it we do want to keep the war out of it honestly." and the big about if you go on and star eating babies? That's also grounds for being punted out either way she seems to have no further questions but certainly is very interested in the group now it does seem like it would be useful to get involved with other people who had other skill sets. Though she's also peering at Nero again for a moment. She pauses at Forbidden Knights being mentioned pauses to go look on the multiversal internet for the actual reviews on it she's curious honestly about Nero. "I won't like I am pretty much a wrench wench." She grins widly at this and is also taking stock of Yari whom she's not had much of a run in before and she's also looking at her for a moment. "Damn, you really had a long time to work at your craft haven't you, Alice?"
Tomoyo Daidouji	Tomoyo listens close to each person's introduction. Some of them she doesn't know. She lets out a tiny laugh at Alice's shameless promotion and chips in with, "I've eaten there, it is very good." Looking to Yari a little critically, she nods as the assassins states what she does. Perfectly acceptable for this group. To Nozomi, she only smiles encouragingly, recognizing the signs of social anxiety. She stands up to get a better look at the model she reveals to everyone. "Oh, that's very well-made~ I should introduce you to my mother, she runs a toy company~" She only allows Nero's bombastic intro to wash over her, nodding along. "You're hopelessly multitalented aren't you~?" Tomoyo nods to Yuna, again with that encouraging smile. "I'm sure you'll improve with practice. Maybe opportunities will open up through this collaborative." Rarity's intro draws a giggle from the tailor. "We really must work together on something sometime." She seems to... frown a little when Sanary mentions blowing things up. For multiple reasons. "Hmm... I'm sure you'll find something you enjoy between all of us. Working to encourage creative pursuits should be a secondary goal of ours anyway~" Kotone gets a nod. "More practical pursuits are also welcome! We can be more than just an art guild." Now that everyone is done, Tomoyo claps her hands together twice, summoning her other two bodyguards from... somewhere. Between them, they carry a banner. "Now, I had a thought about what we should call ourselves... as a collaborative, it's open to discussion, of course~" The two ensuited ladies unfurl the cloth and hold it up above Tomoyo's head: INSPIRATION TRUST
Yari Takane	Yari finally returns her attention to the gathering at hand. Nozomi's work gets an 'ooh'. She looks it over curiously. THen, she slowly nods. "It's well crafted, Miss Houken. Well done." Praise can sometimes make even a nervous soldier more relaxed. Even /Nero/ gets a brief look of praise. For all of her bluster, at least the woman has branched out heavily. In a group like this, having someone familiar with many arts would be a boon. Linh, for her part, gives a happy clap, and all but /flies/ into her mom's lap. There's a mother-daughter hug, with Linh quietly aside herself with glee. Yuna gets an honest, warm smile here from Yari. That alone has gained the Unionite brownie points. That, of course, doesn't mean that Sweetie Belle gets ignored! "Nice to meet you! I'm Linh!" The pony gets /cute eyes/. So adorable! That tail-rub, too, has the ninja finally calming down. She soon offers Sanary some support! "She provides the best pork I've ever had to work with." Sagenod. Finally, Tomoyo offers the group a name. Yari's head tilts, she chews on it, and finally smiles. "Inspiring Trust in each other, and a Trust formed for Inspiring our creative urges and desires. It's an acceptable title." It's got the ninja's vote.
Nozomi Houken	Sanary is giving her praise, even if it's just in the form of quiet amazement. Yari is complementing her outright. So is Tomoyo, and even offering an introduction to her mother besides. The poor thing is torn in several directions, but ultimately settles on a soft, "A-ah... thanks. I... I put a lot of work into it, it's... Voyager's been like a second home." Few people have taken care of her the way Kathryn Janeway has. She's been more of a mother to Nozomi than the girl's own aunt. Tomoyo also has a group name to offer. Nozomi stares at it quietly for a moment or two, as if scrutinizing, before responding with a simple and brief, "...I think it's a good name."
Nero	Nero kept her arms crossed as she observed the unveiling of the banner, nodding in approval. "Inspiration Trust? Hm! It is quite apt, yet full of alternate meaning. I quite like it!" And then she smiled, eyes twinkling. "I would have called it 'Artem Imperium' myself, but this is quite nice as well!" She thrust out an arm, in her usual fashion. "I shall allow it!"
Sanary Rondel	Sanary's looking a little more settled down from that reassurance, and she returns to her seat with a relaxed grunt. Yari gets an embarassed smile, and the healer puffs up her chest just a bit! "If I'm gonna do something, I'm gonna make sure to do it right." That's certainly put some wind back in her, and Tomoyo's apprehension doesn't catch her as much as her suggestion does. She's right! Sanary just needs to figure it out with everyone else in the... Inspiration Trust? "Better than anything I could have come up with." It's true! She'd probably just end up suggesting something bland like Creative Stuff Team.
Alice Margatroid	o Kotone, "You know, I kinda forgot how old I am." she chuckles, listening, to everyone else at this point. Though, when the name is mentioned about the group name, she ponders this a moment. Some meanings are just beyond the Dollmaker. But this? A trust of inspiration... she gives a brief nod again... "Hourai and Shanghai would like this name as well, we do approve of the name." she smiles, "And I think I speak for everyone in thanking you in involving all of us in this. I'm sure we all." she turns towards Sanary and Yari... then Nero... then Yuna and Nozomi and Kotone... "I'm sure we all will have something to provide to everyone else and we'll all make the Multiverse a grander place with all of our minds and talents together."
Rarity	After Tomoyo unveils her intended name for the project, Rarity stands again and hoists a hoof ethusiasically overhead. "BRILLIANT!" Sometimes it does only take one ethusiastic word to be the biggest ham at the table. This time it's Sweetie Belle rolling her eyes, and asides to Linh, "Don't mind my sister. For her? This is -keeping it low key-."
Yuna Kagurazaka	"Seems like a good name to me," Yuna replies to Tomoyo with a smile. "And given the diversity of arts and crafts we all work in, it does help to imply a degree of cross-pollination between our respective fields and our individual efforts." She shrugs gamely, smiling, and adds, "I can't think of anything better to call our group."
Tomoyo Daidouji	They all seem to approve, which brings a smile to Tomoyo's face. "Inspiration Trust it is~" The banner is lowered, and something special is brought out! Sake saucers are placed before everyone, each one filled by a maid. "It's non-alcoholic, I promise," Tomoyo assures everyone. "To swear in the creation of Inspiraion Trust. May we all be inspired, driven, and creative together~" Tomoyo raises her saucer to the group. "Kanpai!"
Yari Takane	Two sake glasses raise. "Kanpai!" Comes Yari and Linh before they clink.
Alice Margatroid	"Kanpai!" she replies, sipping at the bon. Alice's smile is there, content.
Sanary Rondel	"Canned pie!" Another glass clinks from Sanary, and she gets to drinking! Close enough? Close enough.
Nozomi Houken	Well. If nothing else, Nozomi seems to be at least a little proud of being part of the founding meeting. Enough so that, while her voice isn't very loud, she at least manages to raise her saucer and speak a low, "Kanpai," without stammering or hesitating. Sip.
Rarity	Fortunately Tomoyo points out it's nonalcoholic before Rarity can even ask, so Sweetie Belle is allowed to take a cup as well. The cup rattles a little before she manages enough oomph to lift it into the air as Rarity does with her own unikinesis, mimicing the toasting gesture others do with their hands. "Kanpai!" Whatever that means.
Yuna Kagurazaka	"Kanpai!" Yuna joins in the chorus, lifting her cup with the others, and then drinking it down, not so much in a 'gulp' as in a sustained sip. Only after she's finished her drink to Tomoyo's toast does she turn to Sanary and Rarity, smiling. "It's basically the Japanese version of 'Cheers,'" she explains, pronouncing the English word as best she can. (Which isn't very. Thank goodness for the translation effect or she'd be totally helpless with English-speakers.) "I think the kanji mean 'dry glass,'" Yuna adds, "so it'd literally be drink up ... or 'Buttons Up,' maybe?" (See the last parenthesis.)
Kotone Yamakawa	Kotone Yamakawa looks at Tomoyo and grins a bit. "Have you seen the work that goes into a custom bike such as the paint job." She grins she's not mad she's just pointing out something either way she likes the idea there couldbe a lot of good exchanges of ideas it would be a good idea she seems to be actually keen on joining this group of like minded people. She doesn't tak3e long to grin and then clap as Tomoyo reals the name. She also looks to Yair and Linhn with a grin bowing a little bit. "Hello!"
Nero	"Glorious Revolution!" Nero cheered, raising her glass animatedly. ...Wait. Glorious Revolution?