[Open - Communal] Meet 'n' Greet!

[winged_knight]

WHO: Anyone! Hosted by Wing, Vectorians especially encouraged.
WHERE: One of the larger upper platforms in Vector Prime's Quadrant.
WHEN: Now
WHAT: Mixer for Vectorians and general social gathering for everyone.
WARNINGS: None yet. (But there's booze so...at the very least there might be bad karaoke)

Upon entering Vector Prime's domain it's obvious that things are a foot. The typically serene atmosphere is enlivened with notes of music and the murmur of voices punctuated by the occasional bubble of laughter that filters down from the upper heights, a soft glow of illuminating one of the larger platforms with a structure built on it. Colorful streamers fly from crystalline light poles, marking the way through the various crystal bridges and small platforms, until one reaches the large terrace on which the gathering is situated.

A large pavilion-like structure, enclosed on two sides but otherwise open to a majestic view of the gorge and beyond, shelters the bulk of the gathering. Its roof is several stories tall, enough to accommodate their First Forged benefactor should he choose to join them, and what could be considered a dance floor sprawls off to the side. The platform edges have been lined with a railing here unlike most of the others, to waylay any highgrade assisted trips into the gorge itself. Along another wall, nearest the open area, speakers and other equipment have been setup to provide music and other entertainment. One of Vector Prime's Acolytes greets newcomers with a simple nod, and may later be seen looking after the replenishent of refreshments as needed.

Tables of typical Cybertronian height line one wall, where tapped cylinders of softly glowing energon, both standard and highgrade, sit alongside cubes waiting to be filled. Various pieces of make-shift seating suitable to the average mech are scattered around. Central to the pavilion is a wide raised platform, about waist height to the average Cybertronian, designed to allow the shorter attendees to converse with their taller robotic fellows at eye level. Human scale ladders allow access to and from the floor, and occupying the platform is a buffet table accompanied by several mis-matched chairs.

The buffet table is covered with an eclectic assortment of refreshments and serving implements more suitable to organics, mostly non-perishable pantry type goods, (you can be certain there's Twinkies!) along with a odd collection of various alcohols including a bottle or two of whiskey. At the end of one table sits an old refrigerator on its back, now tasked with being a simple ice box, filled entirely with chunks of clean snow and ice from Liege Maximo's quadrant. Accompanying it are wax paper cups and a pitcher of fruity syrup that smells reminiscent of Kool-Aid. (make yourself a snow cone!)

The pavilion is attached to a larger building, two doors at the rear of the pavilion each lead to two separate rooms. One that appears to be in use for the storage of unused supplies and materials while the other is filled with makeshift seating of various sizes, creating a more relaxed atmosphere. To the rear there is access to a second floor, the rooms of which appear to be currently unused.

Barricade and Soundwave have agreed to provide musical entertainment for the evening.

Miko may play some guitar for us if we can find a way to power her amp.

Wing will perform a traditional narrative sword kata with some musical accompaniment.

Vector Prime himself may make an appearance at some point as well.

((---This is COMMUNAL log and designed to be a mixer, so post to note your attendance and then tag around!---))

((If you'd like to do a game, performance or other activity feel free to make a post for it and let me know, then I'll highlight it here.))

((I tried to set a foundation for the scene but leave a lot of stuff open, so feel free to embellish where you like. We have access to pretty much anything that's mundane though likely it comes from the Junk Pile. Feel free to have your character bring something if they want.))

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[inferiordude]

"The fun has arrived!"

Practically bursting into the party, Soundwave has his arms outstretched; one hand holds a keytar and the other is just held out, as if looking for a high-five.

"So what's the idea, dudes an' dudettes? We gonna rock, or are we gonna rock?"

He begins to strut over to a couple of boxes, hopping on top of them as he delicately cradles his keytar.

"We ready for this, you beautiful people?"

[littlecrowgirl]

Guess who hears that dramatic entrance? This girl. Kay immediately sees Soundwave and dashes towards him, arm stretched out to meet that high five up top.

"WE ARE GONNA ROCK!!"

[inferiordude]

"AWESOMMMME!"

For her benefit, he kneels down and holds out his hand so Kay can properly high-five him.

[littlecrowgirl]

It takes a bit of a jump, but she's able to meet that high-five with flying colours. When she lands, her face is practically beaming.

"You're really going to play music for us?"

[inferiordude]

"Really really, little dudette! As sure as I'm blue an' white."

Although he's wearing his battle mask, the smile in his voice can definitely be most assured. The amount of cheer he displays is almost to an impressive level.

"So, what kinda rock you like? Got any faves?"

[littlecrowgirl]

"Oh! Well...here, let me show you what kind of rock I like!"

Her hand moves to her little fanny pack, scrounging around through it for a few seconds before pulling out a pink smartphone. It didn't have internet access of course, but she'd gotten a few MP3s and stuff on there that would probably work still.

She comes across the song of choice, pressing play and holding it up.

"Something like this!"

[sword_redemption]

That. Is a Decepticon. Drift can see the insignia clearly enough. And the mech looks a lot like, well, Soundwave. Except that Soundwave was nowhere near so...cheery.

"Soundwave?"

He has no idea how to answer the question: he has no idea how, in fact, to rock.

[inferiordude]

"Driiiiift?"

Fortunately, Soundwave has had plenty of time to get used to the idea of alternative universes. Granted, Cliffjumper was a huge help in that department! It does also help that Drift here isn't red and looks pretty sane to him.

Yep, definitely helps.

"What up, dude?"

[sword_redemption]

What up. Dude? Drift needs a moment. He's seen a few Starscreams on the network and they all seemed, well, Starscreamish. Starscreamy? The same. But this was like the anti-Soundwave.

Start with the basics. "Have we met?"

[inferiordude]

He remembers two different Drifts. One of his universe, and one of Axiom. Clearly, this one doesn't match either of those. So, with a mental shrug, he approaches the swordsmech fearlessly.

"Nope! Doesn't look like." Soundwave offers his hand out to Drift, a very human expression. "Sir Soundwave's the name, dude! Like, communications expert of the totally rockin' heroic Decepticon army. How y'doin'?"

[raceme]

What

Just...what.

Congrats Soundwave, you just beat up Bumblebee on the the top ten list of loud people Blurr ever acquainted.

"Dudettes....?"

[inferiordude]

"Like, female version of dude. Gotta meet that gender equality, Blurr!"

Soundwave struts over to the little blue bot and slings an arm around his shoulders. He is, after all, a very friendly and personable fellow.

"So how about it? You lookin' forward to some music at this gig?"

[raceme]

"Ohofcourse." Blurr is still getting used to all that 'Decepticons not being psychotics murderers' thing but he smiles back at Soundwave, albeit a bit unsure.

"Music is one of the things I enjoyed when I was on Earth I listened to it on the radio but I ne-ver trying playing it and I don't think I am any good at it HOWEVER I'll like to hear you playing WHAT'S you favorite type of music? "

[inferiordude]

The return of Blurr's smile seems to satisfy Soundwave; he laughs gently and pats the speedy 'bot on the shoulder before letting him go.

"Oh yeah? What'd you listen to? Eh, for me! I'm about to get into some power rock here. Ever listen to it?"

[raceme]

Soundwave sure is one positive mech, Blurr is not very used to contact like that. Even if it's friendly. He discovers that he doesn't really mind.

"Anything that came up on the radio I know humans have different styles of music but I don't know the names I'M not sure I know what POWER ROCK is. Show me?"

[heavymetalgenkigirl]

Oh Soundwave, you are now Miko's second most favorite robot ever.

"Rock it!"

She has a huge grin plastered to her face even as she pantomimes playing a rift on an imaginary guitar.

[inferiordude]

"That's what I like to hear! AW YEAH!"

Soundwave points her out as he spins his keytar in his hands.

"Do not despair, my rockin' audience -- what you're about to see, real as it seems, is just there to blow your mind."

[heavymetalgenkigirl]

"Whoo whoo whoo!" She cheers, an excited smile so stuck to her face that not even one of the first forged could remove it at this moment.

[inferiordude]

"That's what I like to hear!"

Once Soundwave seems ready, his mask splits apart, revealing his broad, terribly cheerful grin. As his fingers roam over his keytar, there's a certain distinct grace to it as he begins to play a song.

And he belts it out like no one's business.

The nice thing, it seems, that he comes with his own brand of special effects somehow. Holographic images of crystal-looking flowers appear to grow from the floor, dots of light flowing from the ceiling almost like snow.

[heavymetalgenkigirl]

Miko dances along with the beginning of the song, her eyes shut for a moment until he starts singing, then her eyes open and she gasps slightly. The flowers are beautiful and the little light moats are fascinating. She dances a bit around the holographic images, not daring to intentionally touch any of them in case they would go away.

This is the best show she has ever seen!

[winged_knight]

Now that's what Wing likes to see. Some real spirit. He'd give that high-five, if he was that familiar with the custom.

Wing sees the new arrival enter from across the room, excuses himself from his current companion and approaches with open arms.

"You're here! Fantastic. This party can only get livelier now!"

[inferiordude]

"Wing! There's the heart of the party!"

It seems that Soundwave takes that as a complete open invitation. That's right, he's taking Wing into a big, swinging embrace.

He is, ah. A very personable sort of mech, after all.

"Thanks for the rockin' invite, dude! I'm gonna go ahead and make the night a blast. You ready?"

[winged_knight]

A hearty laugh as he's swept up by the Decepticon. Wait--WHAT? We'll have to cover that later obviously...

Wing is very used to more socially affectionate mechs, so this rather a nice change compared to the more somber and reserved ones around here.

"My pleasure! Soundwave right? And am I ever ready! You have everything you need here?"

[inferiordude]

It's a nice change of pace to have someone else actually respond well to his physical affections. The communications expert gives a pleased chuckle, hooking an arm around Wing's shoulders.

"You got it, dude. And yeah! This is perfect."

He lifts his arm and points to himself. "I'm a one mech rock band, Wing. No worries. I'm about to blow your processor."

[winged_knight]

The white jet grins and leans companionably against the other mech. It's just really good to be around happy people, especially with all the challenges this new place had brought upon them. It reminds the knight to stay light hearted for his own and other's sake.

"I'm really glad it's working out and people are having fun. Thanks for taking up the music!"

"And I sense there's a story behind this," Wing puts a finger to Soundwave's red Decepticon brand, "That I must hear at some point."