[Zelos is going with audio today since, well, he's feeling pretty wary about even being out and about with this new... curse going on. But. Some research is in order, isn't it? He'll take one for the team, guys.]

So. Bubble's fixed, that's all fine and dandy. Now we can all get back to our normal, everyday lives, right? Heh.

Got a question for you all, though: are any of you actually happy down here? What do you guys feel about being down here? Come on, you can trust me, I'm here for you. Don't be shy, I won't bite. Unless you want me to, of course!

[Some clattering is heard, along with some groaning. There's a little bit of shuffling before a tired voice is finally heard.]

What on earth is that noise?

[As more shuffling is heard there is the distinct sound of scratching and scraping at the walls. There's also small sounds of squeaking. Does the young detective's apartment have wood floors?

Grumbling is heard distantly.]

I really hope that someone's not trying to break into my apartment... They should know I have a gun and-

[The distant sound of a light switch clicking on is heard.]

What... is...

[GOOOOOOOOOD MORNING VATHEON! Your wake up call is a blood curdling scream before the audio shuts off after the sound of a thud, some skittering and a soft squeak.]

[Renge for once doesn't look like she's complaining. In fact she appears to be....sparkling.]

I'm glad that this terrible thing is over, but wasn't what happened wonderful~ [She doesn't even know what happened. In her own mind it's something completely different.] It's like a story that must be told and I want to do it~! Oh~! So many things to do, so little time.

[She seems to be off in her own little world. Daydreaming various things. Have fun trying to snap her out of it.]

[ooc: backdated to monday afternoon!] 

[Zelos looks rather calm once he flicks on the SFC. In fact, you might say he looks... content. He flicks his hair over his shoulder before he speaks, revealing a strangely empty clavicle.]

So this is a "curse", huh? It's not so bad, really. Not bad at all!

Since I'm in such a good mood today, why don't we have a chat, my little people of Vatheon? That's right, even the guys out there can have a talk with the great Zelos! Now don't leave me hanging!

[Once he wraps up his speech, Zelos' brow furrows. His confused expression is brief; he turns off the SFC before the network can see too much of his bemusement. Yeah, he heard it too - his usual charm seems to be missing from his tone! In fact, he sounded a little... creepy. Not what he was expecting. Seeing as he's spent most of the morning sleeping in, he hasn't had the opportunity to interact with anyone yet. For good reason, apparently. But it's too late-- the message is out and on the network.]

[ooc: for all who tag, Zelos has lost his charisma! so while he's still in a stage of denial, any passes he may make at women will seem really out of place and awkward. at least his body is human again!]

[Gives the SFC a gentle flick, giving the camera a wry smile. Seems like he's managed to get rid of all signs of his wet arrival, minus his damp clothes. He's trying very hard to forget the whole incident for your benefit.]

So what, all I get for gracing you all with my presence is this booklet and this horrendous tunic? No welcome party, no parades, no nothing? Geez. Not to mention there's water in places you don't deserve to even know about.

[He pouts his pretty boy pout, looking very hurt indeed.]

Ah, well, I'll forgive you this time. I'm sure that there should be plenty of hunnies out there to cheer me up, yeah? We can have a party of our own now that the great Zelos is here! 

Oh, and Lloyd and friends? That includes my dear, voluptuous hunny, my darling angel, my cool beauty, and my precious little one-- If you're here, you're invited, too. Don't leave a man hanging, hmm?

[With a wink and a grin, he turns off the feed.]

[Why yes, it is Zelos' pretty face on the network again! Didn't we just do this?

Well no, this time he seems a bit more legitimately excited.]

Good afternoon, bubble~!

So I know a lot of you know everyone's favorite Princess Zelda but what you may not know is that her birthday is coming up soon~ On the third day of next month by the local calendar, in fact! Now as amazing as Zelda-hunny is, I'm sure a lot of you want to help out and celebrate the day with her~ So here's your invitation! On March 3rd, we'll have a huge party in the park. Bring food, drink, games, and of course any presents you want to! Books, especially.

But here's the thing, nobody can tell her, got it? It's a surprise party♥

Simple enough, yeah?

We'll see all you there to celebrate the princess's big day then!

[With a wink to the camera, Zelos shuts it off.]

((ooc: I'll be putting up a big mingle log on the actual day for the party. It'll be a sort of free-form thing since this is all in fun and not really much for plot unless there's something you'd really like to do. Comment responses on this post may be limited as I'm slowly wrapping things up for Zelos here in Vatheon.))

[Well well, we've certainly been seeing a lot of Zelos on the network recently, but this time it's only for a brief moment before the SFC's camera is turned to reveal the interior of the host club, bustling with activity as normal. It seems Zelos is crouched behind one of the couches, but when he raises the camera, it catches one Duke Pantarei, hair braided out of his face and over one shoulder. He's dressed in a nice button down shirt and slacks instead of his usual billowing cloak. Those slacks may be very slightly tight in the butt and the shirt buttons are undone at the top, allowing a little bit of chest to be seen. For once, Zelos has made sure Duke looks as manly as possible... granted it's not all that possible for someone built as femininely as Duke, but he does what he can with what he has to work with.

Zelos' voice comes through the SFC in a whisper, keeping the frame trained on Duke, who's reading at his table.]

So I know Valentine's just passed and a lot of you lonely ladies are looking for someone to spend some quality time with. Well, I've got the perfect man right here~ Granted it's not me, so don't be too disappointed, but Duke over there is smart and an excellent listener, plus definitely pleasing on the eyes for any lucky lady! If you're interested, just let me know and I can set up a date for you with this intelligent stud♡

Just keep in mind he needs to be handled with care so I'll be reviewing applicants carefully. Good luck, ladies~

Characters: Zelos (kind of) and you!
Location: Everyone's doorsteps/mailboxes
Time: 14th Feb
Style: Any
Status: Open~

[It's Valentine's Day again! And again, Zelos has made sure that no lovely lady, young or old, in all of Vatheon has been forgotten. On every front step or in every mailbox throughout Vatheon that belongs to an individual of the feminine persuasion, there is a small pouch of expertly home-made chocolate. To those Zelos knows, there are little notes wishing each hunny a happy Valentine's Day and a personalized message. To those he has not met personally quite yet, there's a generic Valentine's message.

Each package is filled with an array of flavored and shaped chocolates, specifically made for your character based on what he could guess of her likes or dislikes - and Zelos is a very good guesser. How he managed to get all of that done and delivered by the morning of the 14th is anyone's guess, but here's hoping all you hunnies have a fabulous Valentines~]

((ooc: Reactions to finding the gifts are welcome. If any girl who has CR with Zelos wants to know their personalized message, just comment here. If anyone wants to contact him, feel free to do so in this post by sticking "video/text/audio" in the subject.))

[Hi Vatheon! Resident sexy redhead here with an announcement.]

Good morning, bubble! I've got some exciting news! I know some of you have been looking forward to Valentines Day~ For those of you that aren't familiar with the holiday, it's to celebrate love in all its incarnations, but especially romantic love~ To that end, I've organized the perfect event down at Golden Victory for this month.

Here's how it works; there's a sign up sheet right when you enter the club, on the notice board. You can sign anyone up for a blind date. Yourself, your brother, your friend. Anyone is valid! They don't even have to know you're doing it. Just get them to Golden Victory on February 14th and we'll take care of the rest!

Everyone attending will get a mask and be seated at a table with their blind date, then watch the sparks fly~ You could meet your true love or just spend a night of great conversation! After dinner, we'll shove all the tables aside and crank up the music to round out the night with a party, all dancing, revelry, and an open bar for those of you old enough to drink.

Wondering what to do if you've already got a date? You're in luck! The party portion of the night is open to everyone, so come on down with your dancing shoes and cut a rug with your hunny♥

If you've got any questions, feel free to direct them here or leave a note for the staff and we'll get back to you!

[With a wink, Zelos waves at the bubble and signs off.]

((ooc: For actual sign ups and/or questions on how the event is going to work, please see the sign up post and the mod post in the ooc comm. There will be a twist to the event, so make sure you read the ooc details!))