Truth or Dare: The Imperial Court

[madame_de_fer]

WHO: Select Orlesian and Fereldan Nobility and the Inquisition
WHAT: Josephine and Vivienne have orchestrated a good-will soiree in response to this dastardly rumor.
WHEN: Drakonis 15, Evening
WHERE: Skyhold Great Hall
NOTES:
- A list of nobles in attendance can be found here. The list was provided by the mods but there will be no npc support for them. Play away.
- A secondary outside party is being held in the valley in the tent town for anyone who couldn't/wouldn't attend and/or behave in the fancy pansty party.
- The goal of the evening is to clear up a spurious rumor about Cassandra and Leliana, with secondary goals of establishing the Inquisition as a respectable presence in Thedas (and fish for more money). Any major disruptions that would Game Over the court approval should probably be brought to the advisors and/or mods.



To say that Josphine has far outdone herself with this little soiree would be the understatement of the year. The Lady Ambassador has pulled out all the stops in providing a festive and yet elegant stage for this political intervention. Because sometimes gossip can be more deadly than a sword.

The Great Hall of Skyhold has been converted into a grand receiving hall, glittering with hundreds of lights around the room, in addition to the repairs accomplished to the original chandeliers. Of course, there has been artful placement arranged so there are a few shadowy corners for rendezvous of the more suggestive nature. Just in case. The majority of the floor has been cleared for dancing, and a fine troupe of musicians have been installed for the bulk of the evening's entertainments. Some members of the Inquisition have plans to entice attendees with their own artistic performances in addition to the group of mages performing illusory tricks to oohs and aahs.

For those who feel their energy flagging, there are chairs set against the walls, with a few tables interspersed between. Servers hired for the evening circulate the crowds with wine, fine Orlesian and Nevarran reds as well as crisp whites from Antiva. Refreshments are set out on buffet tables, tasteful and extravagant nibbles, including imported cheeses, spicy saucisson, dried fruits and nuts, and the highly sought after deep mushroom and anise petits fours that are all the rage in Orlais.

Comments

[judgemewhole]

He gives her a considering look, before he nods his head slowly. "I have to admit -- I have regretted many things since I have left Ostwick. The people I have met, the lessons I have learned ... I would not trade that for anything."

[serannas]

If anything, Ellana regrets not leaving the clan sooner, but at the same time, she would have been prey to anyone who wanted to do harm to her. Waiting to leave with others of the clan made for a safer journey.

"It sounds we are alike there." And Ellana enjoys finding common ground. "We can even take a lesson away from all this." She raises her chin slightly towards the hall overall.

"Whether it's how not to act, or how to leave people guessing, it's a valuable experience. Though not one I want to repeat, as I've said."

[judgemewhole]

He nodded his head slowly, before he folded his hands behind him thoughtfully. "I have found that the lesson of how not to act is become immeasurably valuable to me, in days past. I feel it's a lesson I will keep learning, for some time to come."

[serannas]

"That's good," she says with a nod. "And if you ever require help on how to act around the Dalish, I would be happy to help you again." Humans who are willing to learn from their mistakes instead of getting defensive about them earn her respect. James did the last time they spoke.

[judgemewhole]

James paused, looking at her, before he nodded his head slowly. "You know, despite everything ... I would still like to learn. If you are willing to learn our culture, it behooves us to learn yours."

[serannas]

"I am glad to hear it." She knows he will do well with the information she reveals, unlike some who would not care about the lows the Dalish have had.

"I can't tell you our closest held secrets, but there are things I think humans should learn from our perspective."

[judgemewhole]

"I shall be honored to learn whatever you have to teach." Norrington stated simply, with a slight bow from his waist.

[serannas]

Ellana gives him a curtsy in return, liking the way she can flair out the skirt of her gown as she does so. If nothing else, this evening has allowed her to play dress up and feel beautiful.

"We will have to meet another day. Right now, I think I'd better see if I can rescue anyone from a painful conversation. It was good to see you."

[judgemewhole]

Norrington's lips quirked at the corners as she curtsied to him, with the flair in her gown. She really was lovely.

"I look forward to it - and please, feel free to play savior tonight." He dipped another half bow. "If you have any spare time, please do save me a dance."