The Other Mayor of London

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The OTHER MAYOR OF LONDON invites you to a night to remember...

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Hosted at The Angelo in the heart of Islington (courtesy of Cesare Borgia), Raymond Harris invites you all to join him on the night of Saturday, 6th August to celebrate his self-proclaimed ascension as the Other Mayor of London. His aims are threefold: to stake his claim as the most powerful supernatural being in the city, to persuade other interested factions to ally with him, and to intimidate his enemies with a show of extravagance. All members of the Islington Nest are expected to work hard tonight to achieve these goals.

The party officially begins at 20:39 when the sun sets and ends at 05:34 when the sun rises. Of course, there's no guarantee that everyone will make it until dawn...

Rules of entry
• This is a black tie event. Anyone who fails to wear the appropriate attire will be denied entry.
• No stakes or other vampire-killing weapons. That's just rude.
• No more than five werewolves and shapeshifters will be admitted in total. Raymond wants them to witness his power, but not to spoil his party. They will be closely watched and likely mocked by the surrounding vampires.

Raymond is guarded by his vampire henchmen at all times. Any perceived threat will be dealt with swiftly and mercilessly.

Places to go
Once you're admitted to the hotel, you'll walk into the lobby, where you're free to mingle with the other guests. It's here that you're likely to first spot the party's human contingent: a collection of young and beautiful men and women whose sole purpose is to provide a live food source for the vampires. Dressed in uniform black suits and cocktail dresses, they will offer up their wrists and/or necks to anyone who wants them.

From there, you can head over to the bar for a more relaxed and cordial atmosphere. Drinks are free until midnight; after that you'll have to pay. The bar does not serve blood; it's expected that vampire guests will drink directly from their nearest human.

If you're looking for something a little more substantial, try the tea room where you'll be served tea, coffee or red wine, and a selection of cherry tomato canapes, strawberries and scones with jam and clotted cream.

The main action, however, takes place in the ballroom. Red mood lighting continues the general theme and live music will be playing all night. Professional dancers provide entertainment in the early evening, but it won't be long before the ballroom is crowded with party-goers revelling in the fun, free and wild atmosphere. This is where you may find Raymond, the benevolent host watching over his guests. Drink and be merry. He wants everyone to have a good time.

(You can check the OOC plotting thread for more info and to ask any questions about this event. Enjoy!)

Comments

[outstandingbalance]

"I'm not sure there'll be a round two," Natasha says. At least, she has the feeling that if Harris gives her another opportunity to join Islington, it'll be less of an invitation and more of an ultimatum.

"But who knows? I could be wrong, but I'd be happy to be surprised about that."

[loveconquersdinosaurs]

"I have no idea what there will be. I haven't been able to predict much of anything in London since I got here...not that I tried. I'm not much of a planner."

But he'd had no idea Millicent would be killed, or that the next ruler would be insane, or that he'd throw a party when they'd lost their influence. He kind of figured they'd lose their place in the Night Council, though, so there was that.

[outstandingbalance]

"I don't think anyone could have predicted some of what's happened here. Even us planners." Natasha can't feel ashamed at not predicting the situation with Harris. There are so many things that have happened here that have defied the odds.

"Keeps us on our toes though, doesn't it?"

[loveconquersdinosaurs]

"That it certainly does." He certainly didn't know what to predict next. "Though I do hope if you don't join us, you'll at least think of the more friendly among us when dealing with those deciding what to do about...well, all of this."

[outstandingbalance]

"I think I can give you that much," Natasha says. She wishes she could say more. It is comforting to know that the faction within the nest who doesn't support this is as strong as she expected. There are those who support Harris, she's sure, those who agree with his goals or who are loyal to him for personal reasons, but at least the people within the nest who she expects to support another candidate haven't disappointed her. "Not that I have a whole lot of pull to make a difference."

[loveconquersdinosaurs]

"It's the thought that counts." He at least liked the idea that someone wouldn't be calling for wholesale destruction of the entire nest. Even if they were still screwed.