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stauncherheartedTwenty. Gods, Nancy could hardly believe it. She didn't expect to still be here for this day, truth be told. She knew the sort of life she lived, and the sorts of people she associated with. But against all odds, here she was. Twenty-years-old by Fagin's count, and as wonderful as that was...
It was odd. She'd been a teenager for so long, and now she was officially a twenty-something. An adult, for real this time, not like when she'd turned eighteen.
It didn't exactly help that Charley Bates had decided it was a great idea to call her 'old'. She'd hit the back of his head for that, refusing to consider herself old. She was still so young, at least in comparison to those she spent most of her time around, people that were centuries older than her.
This, of course, caused her some angst. She hadn't particularly wanted to celebrate her birthday. It wasn't anything to be glad about. She was, as she realized, three years physically older than Cooper. And that just felt... weird. She knew, mentally, he was far older than she was. And as he always said she was stuck with him until she was old and grey, but...
Would he still love her, then, she wanted to know? How weird would it be, an haggard old woman next to this cute seventeen-year-old kid. A chill ran up her spine when she thought about it, comparing the wretch that Fagin was to her hypothetical-old-woman-self.
If she lived that long.
Still, people want to celebrate with her. Eames, wonderful Eames, had surprised her with tickets to go see a show on the West End, and taken her out to an amazing restaurant. She'd even brought cake over to the boys', knowing a few of them had saved up to get her something. Or, likely, stole it. But she didn't reach out, not really. If you were lucky enough to know it was her birthday, however, she'd happily entertain any and all plans. There was no need to be rude, after all.
---
Nancy's 20 aww yiss.
Uhm, this is an open post. A few starters in the comments. Want something specific? Please let me know!
It was odd. She'd been a teenager for so long, and now she was officially a twenty-something. An adult, for real this time, not like when she'd turned eighteen.
It didn't exactly help that Charley Bates had decided it was a great idea to call her 'old'. She'd hit the back of his head for that, refusing to consider herself old. She was still so young, at least in comparison to those she spent most of her time around, people that were centuries older than her.
This, of course, caused her some angst. She hadn't particularly wanted to celebrate her birthday. It wasn't anything to be glad about. She was, as she realized, three years physically older than Cooper. And that just felt... weird. She knew, mentally, he was far older than she was. And as he always said she was stuck with him until she was old and grey, but...
Would he still love her, then, she wanted to know? How weird would it be, an haggard old woman next to this cute seventeen-year-old kid. A chill ran up her spine when she thought about it, comparing the wretch that Fagin was to her hypothetical-old-woman-self.
If she lived that long.
Still, people want to celebrate with her. Eames, wonderful Eames, had surprised her with tickets to go see a show on the West End, and taken her out to an amazing restaurant. She'd even brought cake over to the boys', knowing a few of them had saved up to get her something. Or, likely, stole it. But she didn't reach out, not really. If you were lucky enough to know it was her birthday, however, she'd happily entertain any and all plans. There was no need to be rude, after all.
---
Nancy's 20 aww yiss.
Uhm, this is an open post. A few starters in the comments. Want something specific? Please let me know!
water's sweet but blood is thicker
Oct. 18th, 2016 10:09 pmakillersmileI. COMING HOME - [OPEN TO FIRST RESPONSE OF EXISTING CR]
( Read more... )
II. DRINK N DRINK N DRINK N FIGHT - [OPEN]
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III. DID YOU MISS ME - [CLOSED TO NANCY]
( Read more... )
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II. DRINK N DRINK N DRINK N FIGHT - [OPEN]
( Read more... )
III. DID YOU MISS ME - [CLOSED TO NANCY]
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vampire_barbie_girl( 1. Early evening - for Thomas )
( 2. The Party Begins - Open )
( 3. Later in the Evening - Open )
[Feel free to join the party even if your character doesn't know Caroline well enough for an invite, everyone's welcome]
( 2. The Party Begins - Open )
( 3. Later in the Evening - Open )
[Feel free to join the party even if your character doesn't know Caroline well enough for an invite, everyone's welcome]
freelife[general open post for Shea's characters. Starters in the comments! Feel free to leave something, or contact me at ![[plurk.com profile]](https://plurk.com/favicon.ico)
sheakespeare for something specific.]
stauncherheartedSeptember 6, late night: open
( we stood next to tragedy )
September 7, early morning: closed to Cooper
( everybody cried but me )
September. 12, afternoon: Closed to Eames
( what are you supposed to say? )
Mid September: open
( things look different in the day )
[ooc: toss a post in if you'd like, or grab me atsheakespeare!]
( we stood next to tragedy )
September 7, early morning: closed to Cooper
( everybody cried but me )
September. 12, afternoon: Closed to Eames
( what are you supposed to say? )
Mid September: open
( things look different in the day )
[ooc: toss a post in if you'd like, or grab me at
[OPEN] The sun don't ever want to shine
Sep. 5th, 2016 08:48 amvampire_barbie_girl( 1. Singing @ Rhapsody in Red (a night club in Hackney) - Sept 4, evening )
( 2. Outside Guilty Pleasures - Sept 5, evening )
3. Wildcard (must be @ night in Nest territory)
I'm pretty good with anything, if unsure send me a PM or say hello on plurk (vkm13).
( 2. Outside Guilty Pleasures - Sept 5, evening )
3. Wildcard (must be @ night in Nest territory)
I'm pretty good with anything, if unsure send me a PM or say hello on plurk (
This Can Only End Well (Sept. 1st)
Sep. 1st, 2016 02:39 pmstauncherheartedWhat: Dinner party! Hope you like appetizers for dinner. And wine. And disaster.
Where: Nancy's flat in Enfield
Who: Eames, Arthur, Cooper, Kyle- time to meet the boyfriend, everyone!
When: September 1st.
Though the affair is set to be somewhat casual, Nancy has spent hours on that Thursday cleaning her flat, preparing food, and generally getting ready. Thursday night because Friday nights tended to be good nights for business, so she wasn't sacrificing nearly as much if she had everyone over on a Thursday.
The idea she'd had was to introduce everyone to Cooper officially. Get Eames to see that it was a great idea to date him, and maybe Kyle would be completely smitten with the idea of Cooper's existence in her life and allow Nancy to invite the vampire in to their future apartment. Cooper was important to her, she loved him. And she wanted others to see what she saw in him as well.
When the first guests arrive, Nancy's already had a glass of wine in her hand, ready to play dutiful hostess immediately. There's wine, magically chilled, as well as whisky and gin and some beer. For food, it's a lot of little appetizers, finger food, really. She has no idea what she's doing, truthfully, and just hopes that everyone has a good time.
Oh, and she made a cake.
If you're wondering where Juliet is, she's trying to eat the shrimp.
Where: Nancy's flat in Enfield
Who: Eames, Arthur, Cooper, Kyle- time to meet the boyfriend, everyone!
When: September 1st.
Though the affair is set to be somewhat casual, Nancy has spent hours on that Thursday cleaning her flat, preparing food, and generally getting ready. Thursday night because Friday nights tended to be good nights for business, so she wasn't sacrificing nearly as much if she had everyone over on a Thursday.
The idea she'd had was to introduce everyone to Cooper officially. Get Eames to see that it was a great idea to date him, and maybe Kyle would be completely smitten with the idea of Cooper's existence in her life and allow Nancy to invite the vampire in to their future apartment. Cooper was important to her, she loved him. And she wanted others to see what she saw in him as well.
When the first guests arrive, Nancy's already had a glass of wine in her hand, ready to play dutiful hostess immediately. There's wine, magically chilled, as well as whisky and gin and some beer. For food, it's a lot of little appetizers, finger food, really. She has no idea what she's doing, truthfully, and just hopes that everyone has a good time.
Oh, and she made a cake.
If you're wondering where Juliet is, she's trying to eat the shrimp.
in the company of strangers
Aug. 26th, 2016 11:12 pmakillersmileKyle had been away for too long, first following Alex and then focusing on his own leads to try to find an old commanding officer. The hunt was futile, leaving him feeling played and used all at once. With Alex out of touch in her search and too many dead ends, the former soldier finally returned to London, feeling a bit reckless and angry while simultaneously eager to connect with recent friends.
( A; I CAN'T SEE STRAIGHT ANYMORE (DRINKING) )
( B; GONNA HIT THIS CITY (HUNTING) )
( C; WELCOME TO MY HOUSE (AT HOME) )
( A; I CAN'T SEE STRAIGHT ANYMORE (DRINKING) )
( B; GONNA HIT THIS CITY (HUNTING) )
( C; WELCOME TO MY HOUSE (AT HOME) )
stauncherheartedThree days was ample enough time to cool down, right? Nancy certainly hoped so, as she dressed her best and made for the sight of her boyfriend's narrowly-avoided murder: the Angelo.
Tonight, she'd set a good chunk of time aside for Cesare Borgia. She needed to speak to him, to apologize on Cooper's behalf. She knew he would never on his own, so she just wasn't going to tell Cooper about her mission. Or that she was seeing Cesare at all. She had enough forethought this time at least, to know it wouldn't end well if Cooper knew where she was ducking off to.
What she didn't get, though, was why it was such a big deal. Why Cesare was so offended that her boyfriend wanted to take her out, and show her around. It was no different than if Cesare had taken her, which he'd done so many times in the past.
Regardless, she made her way into the hotel, and to reception. A minutes later, and Nancy was being escorted to Cesare's private office. Never mind that she knew the way.
Tonight, she'd set a good chunk of time aside for Cesare Borgia. She needed to speak to him, to apologize on Cooper's behalf. She knew he would never on his own, so she just wasn't going to tell Cooper about her mission. Or that she was seeing Cesare at all. She had enough forethought this time at least, to know it wouldn't end well if Cooper knew where she was ducking off to.
What she didn't get, though, was why it was such a big deal. Why Cesare was so offended that her boyfriend wanted to take her out, and show her around. It was no different than if Cesare had taken her, which he'd done so many times in the past.
Regardless, she made her way into the hotel, and to reception. A minutes later, and Nancy was being escorted to Cesare's private office. Never mind that she knew the way.
emotioneaterCooper was more than just a little dissatisfied with the way things were being run by Harris right now. He wasn't going after the head vampire directly. While he was known to make dumb decisions from time to time, Cooper wasn't as stupid as all that. But as long as they had their seat on the Night Council, he was content with the status quo. When they lost that and therefore their immunity to hunters, Cooper got more than just worried. He got a little scared. If the other factions thought they had lost their edge, they might come after them. So he decided it was time act first and show the other factions that there was still some teeth left to Islington.
He'd taken part in his own fair share of territory claims and come to know what worked and what didn't. To take over Greenwich, he decided that it was best to hit them hard and fast. If they could get an edge over the wolves before they really had a chance to react, they could take over with minimal fuss. So that was the plan: get in, strike hard, and take over. It all seemed rather simple to the vampire. And here people thought his aggressive tendencies were a bad thing.
So on the 10th, the vampires were going be hitting Greenwich with everything they had. If a few wolves got killed in the carnage, so be it. That was the price to pay for making sure that the message was clear: nobody messed with Islington.
He'd taken part in his own fair share of territory claims and come to know what worked and what didn't. To take over Greenwich, he decided that it was best to hit them hard and fast. If they could get an edge over the wolves before they really had a chance to react, they could take over with minimal fuss. So that was the plan: get in, strike hard, and take over. It all seemed rather simple to the vampire. And here people thought his aggressive tendencies were a bad thing.
So on the 10th, the vampires were going be hitting Greenwich with everything they had. If a few wolves got killed in the carnage, so be it. That was the price to pay for making sure that the message was clear: nobody messed with Islington.
(no subject)
Jul. 17th, 2016 12:28 amloveconquersdinosaursIn a pub (Nancy) ( Painting the Town Red )
In the streets (Open)( Wasting the Nights Away )
In an alley, later in the month, toward the peak of the fae hunt (Open)( Losing Control )
In the streets (Open)( Wasting the Nights Away )
In an alley, later in the month, toward the peak of the fae hunt (Open)( Losing Control )
waves that swallow quick and deep
Jul. 16th, 2016 09:17 amstauncherheartedoh no, it's another catch-all for Shea's characters!
Private starters in the comments, hit me on plurk, or just drop something in.
Private starters in the comments, hit me on plurk, or just drop something in.
hurtfew
Since his surprising loss at the election Gilbert Norrell has gone deep into hiding. Whispers say he rarely leaves his house, and yet more say he has been demanding a recount and investigation! That much, at least, is certainly true. A recount was done in a few territories, and at least one uncovered some suspicious vote meddling, but not anything they could pin on anyone. Nothing significant enough to change the result. Gilbert Norrell has lost, and after how certain his victory seemed it is a hollow thing indeed.
Tapping On The Glass
( [ Closed to Childermass ] )
A Whisper of Treachery
( [ Closed to Elizabeth ] )
A Meeting of Witches
( [ Closed to Nancy, Eames ] )
freelifeJune & July catch-all for Shea's characters.
Private starters in the comments. Let me know if there's anything you want to do (sheakespeare) and we can work it out!
Private starters in the comments. Let me know if there's anything you want to do (
AVENGERS ASSEMBLE
May. 22nd, 2016 03:46 pmakillersmile( Vigilantes are a go )
[ooc: Kyle is trying to put together a vigilante squad. What the group does will mostly be up to the group, but may include bounty hunting, saving people in trouble, killing 'villains', and so on. Anyone is welcome to chat with him about it, regardless of their interest in joining.]
[ooc: Kyle is trying to put together a vigilante squad. What the group does will mostly be up to the group, but may include bounty hunting, saving people in trouble, killing 'villains', and so on. Anyone is welcome to chat with him about it, regardless of their interest in joining.]
The Fool On The Hill
May. 15th, 2016 05:26 pmemotioneaterA. ( The man with the foolish grin )
B. ( Is keeping perfectly still )
C. Wildcard! Have an idea? Let me know here or atlight_shade
B. ( Is keeping perfectly still )
C. Wildcard! Have an idea? Let me know here or at
May catch-all
May. 10th, 2016 12:59 pmoccultdiscipleRebellious subjects, enemies to peace,
Profaners of this neighbour-stained steel,--
( Kaspars, mid May : closed to Nancy )
Will they not hear? What, ho! you men, you beasts,
That quench the fire of your pernicious rage
( Tower Hamlets, mid May : open to all )
With purple fountains issuing from your veins,
On pain of torture, from those bloody hands
( Greenhouse, mid May : open to all )
Throw your mistemper'd weapons to the ground,
And hear the sentence of your moved prince.
( Coward's home, mid May : closed to James )
Three civil brawls, bred of an airy word,
By thee, old Capulet, and Montague,
( Greenwich, mid May : open to all )
Have thrice disturb'd the quiet of our streets,
And made Verona's ancient citizens
( Islington Nest territories, May 13th-15th : open to all )
Cast by their grave beseeming ornaments,
To wield old partisans, in hands as old,
( East End territories, May 21st : open to all )
Canker'd with peace, to part your canker'd hate:
If ever you disturb our streets again,
( Southwark, late May : open to Islington members/allies )
Your lives shall pay the forfeit of the peace.
( Islington, late May : closed to first responder )
Profaners of this neighbour-stained steel,--
( Kaspars, mid May : closed to Nancy )
Will they not hear? What, ho! you men, you beasts,
That quench the fire of your pernicious rage
( Tower Hamlets, mid May : open to all )
With purple fountains issuing from your veins,
On pain of torture, from those bloody hands
( Greenhouse, mid May : open to all )
Throw your mistemper'd weapons to the ground,
And hear the sentence of your moved prince.
( Coward's home, mid May : closed to James )
Three civil brawls, bred of an airy word,
By thee, old Capulet, and Montague,
( Greenwich, mid May : open to all )
Have thrice disturb'd the quiet of our streets,
And made Verona's ancient citizens
( Islington Nest territories, May 13th-15th : open to all )
Cast by their grave beseeming ornaments,
To wield old partisans, in hands as old,
( East End territories, May 21st : open to all )
Canker'd with peace, to part your canker'd hate:
If ever you disturb our streets again,
( Southwark, late May : open to Islington members/allies )
Your lives shall pay the forfeit of the peace.
( Islington, late May : closed to first responder )
kleptofaeniac1. ( We drink until the fatal drop )
2. ( Then love until we bleed )
3. Wildcard
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2. ( Then love until we bleed )
3. Wildcard
PM or PP me at
Semi-open: May 05
May. 5th, 2016 05:56 pmknightscodeWho: Lancelot and friends!
What: It's a birthday party! With both regular people and supernatural types. What could go wrong?
When: May 05
Where: Lancelot's flat & garden, Richmond!
Warnings: Gratuitous doggy! Probably a punch up later. Possibly some drunk kissing.
Lancelot's garden is not exactly an acre-large tented paradise.
He's not made of money.
It's big enough to just about fit the people invited across the patio and grass, with Lily variously herding them and rolling around, and he's flitting between them and the kitchen and living room and generally doing his best to butterfly around all of them making sure they're happy. The garden is relatively tidy, as tidy and well kept as a garden that suffers an enthusiastic dog can be. The hedges are neatly trimmed, the tree in one corner healthy and big enough to throw a little shade, and the one flowerbed border seems to mostly have some roses that are yet to fully bloom.
For those who he's only known since the incident last year he's given them a warning: not everyone who will be there is aware of the supernatural side of things, so try not to blurt it to people you don't know.
Despite it being his own birthday Lancelot is, of course, playing host. There's a table set up outside with finger food, salads, drinks and all sorts -- and food strategically inside for those who can't be out in the sun too. He appears to still be checking on more in the oven every so often too, but Lancelot does like to cook -- and he seems quite focused on making sure everyone has something they could eat.
Some of the drinks are alcoholic. The punch isn't that strong, but he has a few other drinks along the side for people who want them and some bottles of beer in an ice bucket. If someone decides to do a little mixing of course then it might wind up stronger.
His sound system is playing the soothing strains of Dire Straits through the place and all in all, for now at least things are going smoothly. So long as nobody says the wrong thing to the wrong person, it will probably be a nice evening. With the mixture of factions present alongside those who have no idea what a faction is, of course... that may be difficult.
[ OOC: Feel free to mingle away on the post with others here! ]
What: It's a birthday party! With both regular people and supernatural types. What could go wrong?
When: May 05
Where: Lancelot's flat & garden, Richmond!
Warnings: Gratuitous doggy! Probably a punch up later. Possibly some drunk kissing.
Lancelot's garden is not exactly an acre-large tented paradise.
He's not made of money.
It's big enough to just about fit the people invited across the patio and grass, with Lily variously herding them and rolling around, and he's flitting between them and the kitchen and living room and generally doing his best to butterfly around all of them making sure they're happy. The garden is relatively tidy, as tidy and well kept as a garden that suffers an enthusiastic dog can be. The hedges are neatly trimmed, the tree in one corner healthy and big enough to throw a little shade, and the one flowerbed border seems to mostly have some roses that are yet to fully bloom.
For those who he's only known since the incident last year he's given them a warning: not everyone who will be there is aware of the supernatural side of things, so try not to blurt it to people you don't know.
Despite it being his own birthday Lancelot is, of course, playing host. There's a table set up outside with finger food, salads, drinks and all sorts -- and food strategically inside for those who can't be out in the sun too. He appears to still be checking on more in the oven every so often too, but Lancelot does like to cook -- and he seems quite focused on making sure everyone has something they could eat.
Some of the drinks are alcoholic. The punch isn't that strong, but he has a few other drinks along the side for people who want them and some bottles of beer in an ice bucket. If someone decides to do a little mixing of course then it might wind up stronger.
His sound system is playing the soothing strains of Dire Straits through the place and all in all, for now at least things are going smoothly. So long as nobody says the wrong thing to the wrong person, it will probably be a nice evening. With the mixture of factions present alongside those who have no idea what a faction is, of course... that may be difficult.
[ OOC: Feel free to mingle away on the post with others here! ]