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William "Billy" Kaplan (Wiccan) ([personal profile] selfhelp) wrote in [community profile] lucetilogs2013-06-22 09:48 pm

Speed Dating

Who: Anyone who wants/is forced to come
What: Speed Dating!
When: Saturday at a vaguely-afternoonish time period
Where: The Rec Center
Summary: Details here, Roster here!
Rating: PG/13/T/R/god I don't know there's too many people



[The rec center today is colourfully decorated, with posters and directing signs here and there to make this whole process easier. The main floor is peppered with a bunch of tables and chairs pilfered from various locations (primarily the school) with two chairs facing each other per table. There's a couple of bigger tables off to the side, one for food (carrying drinks and various snacks, including Teddy and Ororo's homemade rainbow cookies), and the other with a few chairs and piles of paper everywhere. And a checklist. The checklist is important.

The desk is Billy's, and he's handing sheets of paper out to anyone who comes in and was signed up for the speed dating. Give your name, get a sheet and a name tag, go to the first desk or mingle until it starts- that's what people will be told when they arrive. Teddy's not far from the desk or the door depending on where he's needed, directing people to follow the signs, get comfortable, try some snacks- whatever they want.

Finally a lounge area has been set up with cushy chairs, couches, and the rec center's supply of games and whatnot in the corner. There is a sign for the area that says, "If you find yourself on a turn without a date, come hang out!" It's also got a picture of a weird-looking potato man hanging out, but never mind that.

When everything is ready and people are good to go, Teddy steps up and calls for attention, with Billy sitting on top of the table behind him for moral support (and unhelpful interruptions).]


Hey, guys – Hey! Can everyone hear me? Everyone? [...] Great!

I'm sure everyone knows why they're here. Or, you know, not, since a few of these sign-ups look a little suspicious...
[He raises an eyebrow at that, but his smile remains good-natured, and his brow smooths over soon enough.] On behalf of Alliance, welcome to Luceti's very first -

-We think.

- speed dating event! [Though Teddy glances at Billy for that interruption, he'd paused as if he expected it to come.] I'm Teddy, and this is Billy, and we're your hosts today. I'll try to be brief for those of you who just want to get this started already, but let's go over the rules and regulations first.

If you happened to get dragged into this without knowing what you're getting yourself into, it's basically exactly as it sounds. You might remember one of us handing you a list of numbers. Well, when Billy gives the signal, everyone will head to the table with the first number on their list, which will pair you off with someone in the room you just might not have met before! You'll have five minutes to talk to them and get to know them, just enough time for a good – or bad – first impression. After that, one of us will blow the whistle, and you'll go to the next numbered table. And on and on, until it's all over! By then, you might have found someone you're interested in, either as a friend, a potential love interest, or even just someone you really don't want to see again.

To keep track of it all, there's a space beside the number to write down the name of the person you're talking to and anything else you might have learned about them. And maybe by the end, you can write down a no, a yes, or an oh yes.


Try not to be too vague about it and we'll give you your matches at some point in the future.

[Teddy grins after that, a happy and excited one.] Remember, this is all about having fun and meeting new people! If you want to take a break, get bored, or don't have a partner, refreshments are on that side of the room [He gestures to the side, showing off the assorted foods and the cookies that he and Ororo spent a good part of the night baking.], or you can come up and talk to us! We're just the supervisors here, after all.

[He takes a step back after that, his attention going to Billy, his way of telling him to give the signal.] Billy?

[Billy gives a small wave, remaining on his table. Teddy did the hard part, after all.] There's a lounge, too, if we're not interesting enough. You might meet somebody there you're not paired with and find a new friend, so give it a shot.

That's pretty much it, so everyone can go on and head to your first table, and we'll blow the whistle in one minute. Thanks for coming, and try to have fun!



(( ooc: directions are as follows:

1) check your roster
2) make a top thread for your character with their name in the subject line
3) tag and be tagged
4) THERE IS NO QUESTION MARK ONLY PROFIT ))

believeit: (;o face)

[personal profile] believeit 2013-07-06 04:44 am (UTC)(link)
It's a date!! [Just look at that enthusiastic grin and nice guy pose.]
blessingone: (this current moves slow for me)

[personal profile] blessingone 2013-07-06 04:49 am (UTC)(link)
[What means this "tricked out?"] Um, yeah. For both of those.

[She's trying not to be taking revenge! But his hair is such a mess.]

I...actually, I don't really get it. Maybe I just don't know enough about countries.
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (Aw come on...)

[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-07-06 05:09 am (UTC)(link)
That's alright, for when two hearts who should be one come together they can overcome any obstacles like who will clean the dishes.
ledbythewind: (Happy Prince)

[personal profile] ledbythewind 2013-07-06 05:26 am (UTC)(link)
[When Eley speaks, Richard glances up, quickly putting on a smile. Goodness, the people here seem eager to seek him out... he hadn't imagined there would be this much interest in him given how many people had showed up at the event. Still, it would be rude to ignore someone who is speaking to him, and making conversation isn't going to hurt.]

Not at all. I was just taking a break from all of the people here-- I hadn't expected there to be such a large turnout tonight. Billy must be pleased that this speed dating of his has been such a success.
blessingone: (show me how pretty the world is)

[personal profile] blessingone 2013-07-06 05:27 am (UTC)(link)
[Her face softens into a smile. Granted, it's mostly out of amusement, but still. Even if chances of him taking her heart are slim to none, that was pretty cute.]

Now you're starting to get the idea. [She takes the offered bouquet.] Thank you.
ledbythewind: (Inquisitive Prince)

[personal profile] ledbythewind 2013-07-06 05:27 am (UTC)(link)
[Richard raises an eyebrow when Don approaches; while he feels much the same way, he's trying to be a little more subtle about his distaste for the whole thing.]

Is something wrong?
goldenglasses: Maker on LJ (Aw come on...)

[personal profile] goldenglasses 2013-07-06 05:41 am (UTC)(link)
But it's so hard to choose sometimes! Although, I must admit, there's always been an extra big spot in my heart for a blond. So I may be able to be persuaded to choose just one to give my heart away to.
rashness: (Seen Professionals)

1/2

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 05:46 am (UTC)(link)
[ .... ]
rashness: (Durholding)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 05:47 am (UTC)(link)
Alright! I guess the customer's gotta be right anyway...

[Could it be this girl eats more than Shiemi?

...Is that possible?]
rashness: (Dalaran)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
Yeah, I guess it's sort of a stew! Usually, you're going to make it with some sorta meat - I like beef - vegetables, and tofu. When let the thing simmer a while in the middle of the table with a special sauce in there, and once it's actually cooked some, people pick out what they want, maybe mix it with some egg, and eat it.
rashness: (Free and Dream)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 05:53 am (UTC)(link)
It's 'cus... [Half demon, sort of a demon, actually a demon. He's felt human until it was revealed he wasn't, and more and more has hammered that in. He frowns, not really wanting to get into the "Satan" thing with a perfect stranger (okay, sort of perfect, they dd talk once)] Yeah, sorta. My old man did it protect me, the one that took me in.
rashness: (I want you)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 06:02 am (UTC)(link)
Like, you move it around and it moves it around the screen?

[And he does hand motions to show one moving a wiimote around. Skills]
ribbonbon: (Ahahaa...)

[personal profile] ribbonbon 2013-07-06 06:02 am (UTC)(link)
[A sheepish little grin comes across her face with that compliment.]

W-Well, they help me concentrate on stuff, too...Anyway! Since we're here we should talk and get to know eachother as friends! I mean, now that I think about it, I don't really know all that much about you, huh?
rashness: (Basho...)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 06:11 am (UTC)(link)
Oh wow, so are you rich back home?!

[Rin's first thought: Someone who manages money and works a lot must logically be rich.

His envy...]
ribbonbon: (a tiny bit of happiness)

[personal profile] ribbonbon 2013-07-06 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
Well, I only lived in France until I was about three or so, in Lille. Daddy and I go back once a year to visit my grandparents, though. Or...we usually do. But you said you've been living in London? That's so cool! If you don't mind me asking, why did you move from the country?

[No wonder she seems so proper...That's what people from England are like, right? Well, if tv and movies are anything for her to judge by. She smiles when Flora mentions her own interest in baking. She's so excited to meet someone she things in common with!]

You and me both! The sweets at the bakery are like, totally incredible...! They're pretty hard to match up to, but I bet we can do it if we really work at it! Um, maybe we can practice together sometime!
rashness: (Ace in the Hole)

[personal profile] rashness 2013-07-06 06:14 am (UTC)(link)
[...]

Isn't this thing supposed to be more for dates? Plus it's still sort of awkward.
ribbonbon: (Aw gee)

[personal profile] ribbonbon 2013-07-06 06:20 am (UTC)(link)
[There's a little bit of sputtering as her cheeks go just a little pink at that "cute" remark. Is he one of those guys her dad always warned her about? Is this what being hit on is like? Not that she would know as she's never had a guy talk to her quite like this before, but...]

I-I've never actually sat down and really talked to a lot of guys like this. I went to a girl's school back home, so...
ribbonbon: (Ahahaa...)

[personal profile] ribbonbon 2013-07-06 06:30 am (UTC)(link)
Huh? Well, I don't know if we're rich. I mean, we have money, I guess. Um, we're not rich, but we're not poor, either. Maybe in the middle, but in the higher part of it? What's the word for it...in the middle, but not really in the middle of the middle, but the high part of the middle? Um...

[The whole time she's moving her hand up and down as if trying to illustrate it, not just for Rin, but for herself while she tries to think it out.]

Oh! That's right! Daddy always uses the term Upper Middle class! But yeah like, we're not rich or anything like that! It's not like we spend lots of money or anything.

[She probably shouldn't mention she went to a private school. Or the yearly trips to France.]
de_bel_survivor: (Smile > :))

[personal profile] de_bel_survivor 2013-07-06 07:09 am (UTC)(link)
[Well, that's the first time someone outright asked him. But he wouldn't blame her, when it's a natural follow-up of their conversation.]

Nope! I used to be human, but stuff happened and I changed.
de_bel_survivor: (Sigh)

[personal profile] de_bel_survivor 2013-07-06 07:12 am (UTC)(link)
Whoa!

[Out of instinct, Kouki leans back when she reaches for his headphones. Hey, hey, no touchy.]

Only if you're careful with them.
kickingcatcher: (A counselor TOTALLY made a move on me)

[personal profile] kickingcatcher 2013-07-06 07:20 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, just things like pasta, soups. If I have recipes nearby, I can cook a few more things.
kickingcatcher: (Half of this icon is her hat)

[personal profile] kickingcatcher 2013-07-06 07:22 am (UTC)(link)
[That confuses her for a second, before she realizes he must've been talking about the video games.] I hope it taught you to focus on your studies.
de_bel_survivor: (Smile > :))

[personal profile] de_bel_survivor 2013-07-06 07:23 am (UTC)(link)
Same here. I think one of my more fun meeting is a pony.

[Hey, it's not often you get to talk to a talking pony.]
noitatnacni: (it's always like this)

[personal profile] noitatnacni 2013-07-06 07:25 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, so you're one of those people Asami knows. [Along with Katara and Zuko, but Asami's the one Zatanna's closest to. And now that she's getting a closer look at Aang, she recognizes him from elsewhere.] You were performing at the cultural fair, right? You did the fire dance.
kickingcatcher: (What's going on in this thread?)

[personal profile] kickingcatcher 2013-07-06 07:26 am (UTC)(link)
You mean like telepathy and telekinesis? [That's... new. In people, at least.]