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Veronica had slowed down till she was almost stationary on the ice, feeling rather dazed and overwhelmed by Nelly burst of information, which while helpful in that it had told her things she hadn’t gleaned from Iliana or Heath, or one of the others since her own arrival; it was still a lot to take in and make sense of. She was still recovering from the rush of words when Nelly followed up with a compliment that caused her to blush while feeling a little feel self-conscious. Though before she could respond or react the energetic girl had shot off across the ice, swapped her shoes over and headed towards the bar and the rest of the party.

Sofia, looking a bit awkward towards Veronica, and spoke. ”So that was a lot and I think I need a drink after that… Want to join me at the bar? If not, that is okay.”

Still feeling somewhat shellshocked by Nelly’s departure, Veronica could only return a slightly nervous grin ”Yeah, it was a little, and sure, I’ll join you. Probably avoid anything too strong though…” She always felt much more out of control whenever she drank, which often ended badly for those around her. Well, they usually had a happy ending first, at least.

Sofia with a smile,”Awesome and yeah, same. I do not plan on getting drunk tonight, so I am taking it easy.” Sofia said back to Veronica and started leaving the ice rink. It would be a poor first impression if she gets drunk on her first day at camp. Sofia does not want that, so only a few drinks tonight.

Veronica followed after Sofia and changed her shoes back over before stepping onto the snow ”So… you heard Nelly, my mother is Aphrodite, which growing up I thought was just my dad being delusional as usual. I only met her once, a few months ago, which was probably enough for both of us. It was… difficult.” Veronica paused after the last word as she could feel herself starting to ramble, so she gave the other girl a sheepish look ”Do you know who your godly parent is?”

After changing into her normal shoes from ice skates, and gracing the snow once again. Sofia, with a weak smile, replied to Veronica. ”I never met him, but my mother tells me my father is… Hades.” While Sofia knew Heath was okay with her parentage. She still had to see how the rest of the campers felt, and while she felt more at ease since talking to Heath about it. She still did not wish to be surprised if someone reacted badly to it. ”I am not sure if I want to meet him, but he is my godly parent.”

Unbidden and completely at odds with the grave way Sofia had proclaimed her parentage, Veronica couldn’t help a giggle while she covered her mouth. Feeling utterly mortified ”Im sooo sorry! I couldn’t help it, as soon as you said his name all I could picture was the Disney movie. Especially when he’d lose his temper or something…” she’d turned bright Crimson in embarrassment and absentmindedly ran her tongue over dry lips as if trying to find better words to make amends. ”I don’t know what to expect from any of our parents, since parts of them seem straight out of mythology but even those contradict each other, so who knows what they are actually like?”

Sofia tried not to seem annoyed at Veronica, mainly due to her quick apology. Though Veronica may not know what Hades has done. Sofia just knows what her mother told her, and she has yet to meet the lord of the underworld. So maybe there is some good in her father. Still, she is not eager to meet Hades. ”Maybe,” Sofia said with some reluctance. She sighed and tried to sound more cheerful. ”While I am unsure about my father, I do not want to bring things down.” Sofia let out a small smile, ”It is a party after all and so let’s talk about something else and have some fun. Just without getting drunk.”

It felt to Veronica that the temperature had dropped a few degrees after she’d burst out laughing, leaving her with the distinct feeling she’d put her foot in it. She frowned, realising her confidence was faltering, and her posture slouched slightly as she wrapped her arms around herself, standing at the edge of the ice rink. The other girl’s cheery voice did help to pull her out of her momentary lull, even if it felt a little forced. ”Yeah, sure. No more parent talk then” she runs her fingers across her lips in a zip motion ”So, what do you like to do for fun? Other than parties, of course.” She glanced around while waiting for Sofia to respond and spotted another new face at camp approaching them.

‘Hello, I don’t mean to bother you two,’ Amorey began while she gave them a friendly smile. ‘But I just got here and I have absolutely no idea what is going on. I assume this is a party, but I would appreciate it if someone could point me to someone that knows where my brother and I will be staying’

Sofia was about to speak when she heard someone say hello and spotted the newcomer. After listening to what she said, Sofia spoke up,”Hey there, and that person you are looking is Andy I think.” Sofia took a moment to look around for the missing leader. ”I am not sure where she is right now but we can help you with finding her.” Then Sofia looked at Veroncia, ”If you want to help that is, and if not that is fine.” Sounding friendly and turned back to Amorey. ”How about we check the bar and go from there? Also, I am Sofia by the way and yeah, this is a party.”

Veronica nodded in agreement with what Sofia had told the new girl before adding her own greeting ”I’m Veronica, and yeah, Andy is probably the best person to ask, and the bar is a good place to check first. Though we are meant to be having a change of leadership soon, I think…” She paused for a moment as she looked over the other girl’s outfit, which, while perfectly reasonable in winter, must be unbearable at the moment. ”Um, before we go to the bar, do you want any help with your stuff? You must be melting in this heat?”

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When she was acknowledged, she smiled, and her nerves began to die down. Andy? she looked around with the one who greeted her first. She had no idea who that was. Then she looked back at the two women — she needed to find the woman named Andy. Whoever that was. She would manage, she would just have to walk around the party, and start asking people about Andy. Someone would point her to the woman, wouldn't they?

‘It’s a pleasure to meet you Sofia, I’m Amorey,’ she introduced herself almost a little too quickly but that was because her thoughts were going against her mouth. And when the other girl spoke about a change of leadership, she was a little surprised, because her father didn’t say anything about that. Though he might have not known. It wasn’t like he knew everything that was happening at this camp either. ‘It’s nice to meet you too, Veronica, again, I am Amorey,’ she smiled. A little awkward but not terrible.

Then she looked around and somewhat where she came from. She could see the bar and a few people at it. That was definitely where she had to go. And she looked down at herself when Veronica brought up her clothes, and she shook her head slowly. ‘Uhm… no… I am melting from this heat but I don’t have anywhere to put any of my stuff at the moment,’ she mentioned while unzipping the front of her jacket, taking off her hat, and her scarf. The temperature was definitely wild. Allowing some fresh air was nice but she definitely needed to take her items off even if it was setting it on a chair or by a bench or something.

‘And I appreciate the help. I’ll find Andy. I’ll go ask someone at the bar if they have seen her, she appreciated how nice and helpful the girls were. She didn't want to bother them and take them away from whatever they were doing.

‘I think I might go over to a bench or something and get all my stuff off before I run around, I do appreciate both of your help,’ she stated again. ‘Thank you,’ Amorey decided to go over to one of the benches and get all of her stuff off — the snowgear and her backpack. This revealed that Amorey was wearing a misfits t-shirt underneath and hiking pants which felt amazing with all the layers off. Piling up all her stuff. She put it under a bench and decided to look towards the bar and head that way.

She decided to approach a man that was alone at the bar, ‘Hello there,’ she waved with a smile. ‘I’m looking for someone named Andy. A few girls told me that someone at the bar might know but I really don’t want to bother too many people. I’m just trying to figure out where I know I’m staying. Like where to put my things and stuff,’ she began rambling to explain. She wouldn’t be upset if he had no idea. It seemed like there were quite a few new people around.

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@Theyra Sofia & @Fabricator Veronica
Amorey leaves them
Amorey approaches Leo @Theyra at the bar

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Location: Dancefloor
Interactions: Andy @Mjolnir
Mentions: (Noticed) Amorey, Evelyn

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Location: Elias and Tappi's Table -->Bar
Interactions: Anissa (Me), Tapeesa before she leaves (@Mjolnir)
Mentions: N/A

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After hearing what Andy said, it made Leo feel a bit better that he may not be alone in not liking their godly parent. He has his reasons, and it did make him wonder if that was a theme with demigods or not. Leo did remember how Duke never met Hephaestus, so either Hephaestus did not care to meet his own child or had his own reasons for not meeting with Duke.

Still, as he thought about this. When Andy mentioned that he had a sister here and pointed out to her. Leo's mood lifted, and he had some light in his eyes. Just like Sofia, he has a sister or half sister but a sibling nonetheless. He turned his gaze towards Trinity and thought to himself if now would be a good time to talk to her. It is a party, she is a stranger, and he should be more social. So maybe now is the time.

"That is a good consolation, Andy." Leo sounding more spirited than before. "I might just talk to her tonight and see how it goes." Leo took a sip from his water. Having siblings that is a thought he sometimes had growing up. At times, it would have been nice to have a sibling. Someone he knows who can have your back and spend time with. It is a nice thought, and now Leo finds out he has one. His world got a bit bigger, and maybe coming to camp was not a bad idea.

When Andy went to leave, Leo said one last thing before she left. "Nice to know, and I may take that offer, but I want to finish my drink first." Then he watched as she headed to the dance floor and started dancing by herself.

He had half a mind to join her since she was dancing alone, and some company would be nice. Taking one last long sip from his water and throwing it away in a recycle bin. But, before he could make up his mind about who to talk to next. A new girl approached and turned out to be a late newcomer.

"Oh, hey," Leo quickly said to Amorey. You just missed her, actually," Leo then pointed to Andy, who was on the dance floor with someone else. "She is talking to someone right now, it looks like, so you may have to wait until she is done. Though you need to place to go to, so it may still be alright to talk to her." Leo realized he should introduce himself. "I am Leo by the way, and I did not think more newcomers would be coming today." He chuckled to himself, "me just coming today as well, and I maybe can help you with finding a cabin. If that bulletin board from this morning is still up and still has those enchanted maps. Unless I use the one I got, but that is back in my cabin."

Interacts - Andy@Mjolnir, Amorey@The Savant | Mentions - Trinity

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"No problem, Amorey, and I bet you can get sorted out and join the party later." Sofia said with a smile, and as soon as the new girl left. Sofia turned to Veronica, "so you still want to head to the bar and not get drunk?" Sofia asked, "since it seems like Amorey may not need our help at the moment." She did wonder since Amorey arrived if any newcomers would show up. The day is not over, but it seems that newcomers are still coming.

"Or we can do something else if you want, I do not care at the moment." Sofia turned back to the sledding hill with a curious eye, and she could do more sledding since maybe one ride was not enough.

Sofia did wonder what else they had in store at this party, the ice rink, the sledding hill, and she was curious to see what else. Though she did wonder how Leo was doing, hopefully, he is having a good time and enjoying himself. More so since tomorrow is going to be training, and who knows when another party will happen. Sofia just hopes that training will not be harsh, or well, she does not know what to expect.

Still, Sofia plans on having a good time and so far. So far, she had fun and met some new people. But the night is still young, and the party is not over yet. Maybe even see where Nelly went off to, and meet some more people. But leave the meeting Mason part, for some other time unless she finds the chance tonight. But for now, time to see how being with Veronica is going to be minus the hiccup with talking about their godly parents. Sofia is not going to hold that against Veronica right now but, she is still willing to hang out with her right now. Now to see where they go next.

Interacts - Amorey@The Savant Veronica@Fabricator | Mentions - Andy, Nelly

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"Just taking my time. I haven't been able to talk to those who got seriously hurt in that last fight. Seeing them up and about is good to see though. I know I need to be careful around certain people. I want to give people here the benefit of the doubt, even after seeing certain people's trials, but I know I am naive and I want to change that. Of course there's all the new campers. I've managed to talk to a few of them. I'll try checking in on them tonight if I am able."

“No, no, no.” Duke waved his fork. Who she wanted to talk to and that she wanted to make the endearing check in on everyone rounds wasn’t what he was asking. “I said who do you wanna get to know. It can’t be everybody.” Though perhaps in her universe, it could. Iliana was already proving different.

His correction aside, he supposed he shouldn’t have ignored one highlight in the rest of what was said. “It’s nice you give people the benefit of doubt and check on them. Some deserve it, some don’t. It’s something you’ll figure out through trial and error I suppose.” Unless Heath could help her cull a few people off the list from the get go. Otherwise, naivety had no magical wand for a cure. Camp could break her naivety and innocence gradually and slowly with enough burns.

"Have you met any of the new campers yet?"

Duke nodded. “Actually yes.” He gestured towards the bar. “A son of Ares. Leo. Worth the benefit of doubt too I’d say.” Though that was shooting above his area of expertise. Vouching for people wasn’t something Duke often did. Anymore.

There was a moment of silence as they ate. A comfortable silence. Duke was hungry and from what he could see of Iliana’s frame, she needed some calories. But Duke still felt obliged to make some discussion with his company. “Do you do any of this stuff?” Again, his fork twirled in the air in gesture to the whole activity field. He wasn’t asking if she partied but if she did any sledding, skating, dancing, games — any of the numerous present activities.

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He had since chosen to lean against a tree with an arm and browse. Nelly seemed to dart around with infinite and exhausting to watch energy. Too preoccupied on the latest group of girls she elected to be with, Blair seemed to spawn out of thin air with evident disgust. "What in the 90s-ski-parka are you wearing?" She even took a closer look and pinched his collar. "I should tell dad to cancel your credit cards."

Blair was lucky he could even hear her because what the fuck was she wearing? Some risque burlesque outfit? “He needs to cancel yours first!” He argued, eyeing her lack of clothes in the same way she looked at his. Her outfit covered so little and probably cost a ridiculous amount more. The temperature was currently cozy but she’d freeze if nature took its original course again.

"Why do you insist on dressing yourself when your sister has more fashion sense in her pinky?" She started to circle him for a head to toe evaluation. Lochlan stared forward with a sigh as his overly bedazzled sister judged him in her glammed up loin cloths. "At least ditch the jacket and own the greaser look.”

Lochlan shook out of his jacket almost immediately and held it out to her gladly. Never mind the fashion feedback, she could take the damn jacket and put it on. But he knew she wouldn’t dare touch it again when it was despicable in her eyes. Normally Lochlan didn’t care what his sister wore, that was her prerogative but around a bunch of demigods drinking and suped up people wearing that! seemed like asking for extra trouble. Even for her. This was their first camp party too and she wanted to go, or be just about be all out.

“What are you even wearing?” he shot back appalled. Though he didn’t care for its technical name or materials as much as why she landed on that dress and thought it was a good idea for someone smart. She must have been on one of her revenge / make a statement sprees.

Lochlan flicked his jacket over his shoulder and gave a cheery smile out of defiance. Neither sibling was compromising or sorry.

“Come get a drink with me.” He headed to the bar with he assumed Blair in tow.

He had just caught the end of some gorgeous creature asking a guy for help in finding a place to offload her stuff and where to go. The man responded by referring her to Andy initially, then used half his brain by introducing himself to the girl at least. That was more sensible.

"Shots!" He announced out loud to any bar goer in the vicinity.

Ocean approached River just as he introduced her to his companion. “Nice to meet you, Marlen.” She tried to give him a little smile, but it probably turned out to be more of a grimace as she locked eyes with her brother. He glared at the jacket she wore and she saw all the questions flash through his face. Ocean hardened her eyes and stared back, unwilling to feel guilty for making friends and wearing Ace’s jacket. “You look nice, River,” Ocean stated, though her voice held a sharpness to it. If Ace were here, he’d probably get whiplash at how fast her tone changed. She shook her head slightly as a way to say ‘we can talk about this later’.

Nevertheless, she cleared her throat slightly and turned back to Marlen, eyeballing his guitar. “Do you play?” Ocean realized how stupid of a question that must seem, but there were definitely a lot of interesting characters around and she didn’t want to assume anything. Maybe he just carried a guitar around for fun? “I never learned to play an instrument, but I admire people who have.” She stepped closer to where River was sitting and plopped down in the spot next to him, though this time she took off Ace’s jacket and let it lay across her thighs. Ace was sweet, but she was starting to feel warm, especially since they were by the fire. Plus she hoped it would get River’s glare off her.

*Same disclaimer for Ocean. She'll call Marlen 'he/him' until she's corrected.*

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Azariah Willow Child of Hecate * Camp Entrance

Azariah was, as kids today said, big chilling.

A formless demigod and a demigod of love and passion, a few minutes alone, and a lot of bedframe-squeaking. And then, next thing she knew, Chariselle was heading back out. She felt a kiss on the head, as she was lazing around in the woman’s worn-down bed. It was wonderful, and hopefully devoid of strings. Azariah got the feeling that Chariselle didn't want commitments, which was perfectly fine with her. Though, a small part of her wished the woman would, at the very least, stick around long enough that it was clear enough between them both.

Alas.

”I’ll be on the way out shortly,” She muttered, happily. This wasn’t her cabin, and Azariah was a mischievous son of a witch, but she had standards. When the door shut behind Chariselle, Azariah lazily sat up and stretched. She probably had one or two more transformations in her for the time being. She needed a snack.

She sat up and decided to have some manners. Grabbing her clothes, her magic staff and whatever else she came in with, Azariah straightened out the bed she had just completely obliterated with her fellow demigod. She then stepped out the door and out into the cold again. Though, it didn't feel that cold right now, considering a few things. Next, she took a walk back to her own cabin, where she'd grab herself a shower and something fresh to wear. This wasn't quite the fun she had in mind when she got here, but she didn't regret it either.

It didn't take long to get from there to her own cabin, and about ten minutes later, a crow swooped down into some bushes near civilization. A short, human male with his hair in braids walked out of that bush and made his way towards a bar. There were people there, just minding their own business. So, naturally Azariah inserted himself into it.

"Anything good over here?" He asked.

Marlen Ross Child of Apollo * Camp Entrance

"He? Who's he?" Marlen joked. They loved cracking that joke at every conceivable opportunity, like it was somehow the funniest thing in the world. And it was. Years ago. "No he's here, except for you's," They laughed. "I'm a they, you wouldn't know it, looking at me, but you never know nothin' that way." There were things in the world that Marlen never got tired of. A person had to find joy in the little things, because they were always there and the big things were only sometimes there.

"Anyway... Yeah, I play a lot of things. Apollo demigod and whatnot. I got all of 'em with me." They whipped the guitar upwards and over their head, and when it was at an angle where absolutely no one could see, it was suddenly no longer there. Like a damn magic trick.

Then, Marlen clapped their hands together, pulling them apart to reveal a harmonica.

Next, they tossed it into the air, caught it, and suddenly an otomatone slid down between the fingers of a closed fist.

And because Marlen didn't know when to end a bit, they reared back and feigned absolutely hurling the otomatone into the sky. Their hand went down from the momentum, and once it was out of sight, Marlen pulled out a ukulele. Finally, they started lightly strumming the strings. It was just barely louder that the crackle of the bonfire.

"Was just telling your brother here that I'm new. I didn't even know there were this many god kids in the whole world, 'til lately."

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Interactions: Andy @Mjolnir
Mentions: None

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Fiona couldn’t help but chuckle as she listened to Nelly talk about how the announcement caused her to fall out of bed, which made her think it must have certainly been rather loud. While she hadn’t felt the need to correct her friend, she did take another sip of her drink to hide the fleeting look of embarrassment, given she’d also fallen out of bed today for an entirely different reason.

Fiona rolled her eyes after Nelly’s comment about their daily runs and shared dislike of bed rest. "You're right ‘bout that. I can't see that either of us could have stayed in bed any longer than we did. And never said the runs were bad. It’s the getting up before noon I can’t be arsed with." She nodded along as the other girl filled her in about what she’d missed earlier in the announcements, giving her a sympathetic smile as she mentioned Ethan’s departure, though Fiona hadn’t dealt much with him herself, he’d seemed decent enough. And this Elysium sounded to have been cut from similar cloth, which, considering their shared parentage, made some sense. She was curious as to who the new leader would be, and a little annoyed by the change in leadership, given it was a shame since Andy had certainly proven herself capable. Hopefully, her replacement was at least half as capable.

At the mention of Karaoke, Fiona wasn’t entirely sure how to feel, given that it wasn’t something she could ever remember having done. Singing along to songs alone wasn’t the same, really. Though before she had to dwell on it too much, she followed Nelly’s gaze as she gestured from Andy to Daniel.

"You’ll have ta give me a tour some time, an point out which you’d recommend, though beers always hit or miss for me unless it’s a good stout. Though they might’ve got something you’d suggest at the bar, seems they’ve got everything else." At the mention of Karaoke, Fiona wasn’t entirely sure how to feel, given that it wasn’t something she could ever remember having done. Singing along to songs alone wasn’t the same, really. And she hadn’t sung in front of others since leaving home; she didn’t know if she could. Though before she had to dwell on it too much, Nelly had already vetoed the idea, for which she was thankful, as she followed Nelly’s gaze as she looked from Andy to Daniel. "Nah, leave ‘em be is best. Now let's get some food, my stomach already thinks I have my throat cut. As for a drink..." she reaches over and picks up a bottle of amber liquid and fills half of a glass tumbler with it before doing the same with her own empty glass ”Now, I’m more partial to whiskey from home than much else, but Scottish whisky has its charm more so than bourbon does for me, so I’m hoping Jura’ll be to your liking.” She handed the glass over to Nelly before clinking hers against it and taking a savoury sip with a smile.

Fiona picked up the plate she’d brought over with a few nibbles that she’d already devoured She turned and headed back towards the food with Nelly alongside, where they both piled their plates a little high. She made sure to finally grab one of the Oreo cookies before they were all taken, then glanced around till she spotted Duke, raised it over her head so she could point at it with the other before she gave him a happy grin and stuck her tongue out playfully at him. Together with Nelly, they moved over to one of the empty tables nearby to sit with the food and drink before they moved on to something else for the night. They had not long sat down and tucked into their food when a voice shouted from the bar.

"Shots!"

Fiona looked back over her shoulder towards the sound of her now topless brother inviting the camp to more drinks, which caused her to snort with laughter. She wasn’t entirely surprised as she’d assumed it was one of the traits they’d both inherited from their mother, since she’d never been without a drink whenever Fiona had dealt with her. She wasn’t sure if going back to the bar was the best idea, least of all starting to drink more with her brother, as she didn’t know who’d be under the table first, nor if anyone else around the bar would still be standing. Nelly might outlast them, though, the thought of which made her chuckle.

Deciding against joining him and others back at the bar, she turned back to their table and Nelly "So, you wanted fuel for later, but what ya wanting to do next?"

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Interactions: Open/ N/A
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Heath offered a smile to Anatoliy when took his guitar back. He was glad he could be of assistance. He was very much aware he offended the blonde female too. Heath would be the first to admit he was awful at taking jokes, but one of his biggest pet peeves was lying and her magnetism put him on edge. He would attempt to be cordial, but a part of him would be cautious until she gave him a reason not to be.

However all thoughts went out of his head when Anatoliy leaned in and . . . . was he sniffing him? It was something Heath was not expecting and he didn't know what to do or say. He just stood there calmly until the man stood straight again. Looking at Heath, one could tell he was confused.

"Uh, is everything okay? I did take a shower prior to the party." he found himself asking, not really thinking about what he just said.

The pair then introduce themselves fully. Chariselle gave full attention to Anatoliy and seemed genuinely interested in him. She was honest about wanting him to come back to the party. Once she finished speaking, Heath spoke up.

"Chariselle, before you return to the party, I would like to apologize for my earlier behavior. I tend to get easily offended when someone accuses me of wrongdoing. But since we're strangers you wouldn't know what kind of person I am. Plus I am awful when it comes to jokes."

She could take it or ignore it. At least he made an attempt to make amends. Looking back at Anatoliy, he decided to see if the guy was even willing to come back to the party, but he saw movement under his clothing again.

"Is there something you have on you, Anatoliy? I saw something move." he asked, genuinely curious.

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Duke caught Iliana off guard. He wanted to know if there was anyone she wanted to get to know better? She was drawing a blank, but looking at Duke's kind face made her blush a little. She was embarrassed. The best she could do was be honest for now.

"I . . don't know. I do have a few friends like Nelly and Veronica. Do you have any friends, Duke? You and Fiona seem to get along well."

The two definitely interacted like friends. Iliana briefly wondered how close they were. The thought bothered her a bit for some reason. Duke was by all appearances a nice guy, why shouldn't he be close with anyone? Deciding to not dwell on it, she focused on Duke when he spoke up again, this time about learning who is worth giving a benefit of a doubt through trial and effort. The thought of the process did unnerve her, but she would do her best, so she nodded at his words.

"Thank you, I'll take your advice to heart."

She continued to listen to Duke when he brought up Leo. Another Ares kid. Iliana liked and respected Trinity. Liam, Iliana didn't know how she felt about him because he was a mixed bag. He did try to hurt Heath, but he wasn't in control of himself either. A feeling Iliana was very much familiar with. But he also left without word either. So yes, the best Iliana could do was she was ambivalent when it came to her feelings about Liam. Hopefully this Leo would be better.

"Well I look forward to meeting him then. I hope he likes the camp."

She was almost done with her meal when Duke gestured towards the party activities and asked she did anything like this.

"Heath's family likes to have parties and I've gone to those, but they're never that big. I've learned to dance, but I am average at best. I am sure you've noticed this, but I am introverted, but I am willing to try something new at least once, as long as it's not dangerous. Do you like parties Duke? Also, I appreciate you willing to talk to me too. You're very easy to be around."

That last part, Iliana did her best to keep eye contact, but she couldn't help but blush a little. It was a good thing it was starting to get dark.

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Nelly didn't mention that since she was still 'underage' in America, she got her alcohol from others. Like for Texas, she had gone on a trip with her mother and basically got to sip when her mom got when she was 18. Elsewhere, outside of the USA, she had no issues getting drinks for herself. Luckily she would be turning 21 next June, so if she was back in the USA by then, she would get her own alcohol then. For now she'd enjoy herself here in Greece.

When Fiona offered her a tumbler of Scottish Whiskey, Nelly took it with a smile.

"I love me a good bourbon. But I've mostly had it in desserts. My favorite desserts tend to have alcohol in them too for some reason. I once went to Jamaica and had Rum cake. Best cake I ever had. Didn't even need icing. But yeah I've had whiskey before, just never your homeland's whiskey. I hope it's just as strong as a Guinness. When I turned 18, when it came to alcoholic drink wish list, that was at the top hehe. So, my mom took me to Ireland for my 18th birthday. One of my favorite trips I took with her."

Thinking of her mom made Nelly miss her again. She was sure her mom was fine, but she did wonder how she was doing. In the meantime, she headed for the food along with Fiona to get a good amount of food. She didn't want to overdo it, but she stack some things. She could always come back for more. Thank the gods she had a high metabolism.

And just like Fiona, Nelly heard Lochlan call out for shots. Now that was something that peaked her interest. Still she stuck with Fiona as they made it to a table. She saw others eating like Sylas was talking with a new camper while Iliana and Duke were talking together. Sitting down, Fiona asked what she wanted to do later.

"Well first, I am going to savor this whiskey." she said before taking a sip.

Oh, did it go down nicely.

"Mmmm, you're right, it is good! As for what I plan on doing next, I mostly want to mingle with others whether back at the bar with your brother, or on the dance floor. Or anywhere else! Skies the limit after all. Maybe we can find out who the new leader is?"

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Amorey smiled when the fiery headed man pointed to the dance floor — if Andy was alone, she might not have even approached her, but the woman was busy dancing with someone. Her questions didn’t feel as important now. Swiping a hand alongside her head in the same fashion to put hair behind her ear, nothing happened, since her hair was in a messy bun. ‘I think I’ll probably wait until she is off the dance floor to not bother her about a place to stay,’ she really didn’t want to make anyone’s night more about work than enjoyment. It wasn’t that big of a deal in her mind either… she could figure something out.

The woman couldn’t help her slight laughter, ‘I’m Amorey and I planned on being here way earlier,’ she wasn’t even going to bring up her brother at the moment. There was a rant somewhere inside of her wanting to word vomit everything out about him and she was not going to let herself do that. Except, he was an absolute idiot.

‘That would be wonderful help,’ Amorey seemed excited before reeling herself back in. ‘Well…’ she added with a more thoughtful face. ‘I don't want to take you away from the party or anything to help me find a cabin. Unless you don’t mind and I can promise I’m a fast walker and we can be quick about it.’ Amorey was conflicted since she didn’t want to busy anyone else with her problem of finding a cabin but she so wanted to know where she was going to stay tonight too.

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Interactions and locations
Leo @Theyra at the bar

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Anatoliy’s face twisted a little bit because he could feel the energy shifting from Chariselle — These two must know each other and not get along…’ The thoughts behind his stormy blue eyes circled around his head while he stared back and forth at them. His eyes not knowing who he should settle on until Chariselle was standing in between him and Heath, inserting herself like a barrier, and for some reason that caused him to hold his breath. It caused him to take a step back and it was hard to tell if he was doing that out of being nervous or what, but he did it. ‘It’s nice to meet you too, Chariselle,’ and he looked at his guitar when she asked about it. ‘I’ve been playing since I was young but I wasn’t really good until my teenage years,’ that might have been more than she wanted to hear but he wasn’t one that was known for not oversharing little bits of information. 'And playing the recorder would be fun but you look more like a girl that would want to play the flute or a violin or something that's pretty like you.' And that slipped out. And Anatoliy looked back at the ground because he didn't understand why that slipped out at all. What is wrong with me?

Then his eyes looked back at her and he realized the longer he stared, the more beautiful he thought she was, so he didn’t want to look directly at her — it was a difficult thing to do. She gave him an out for at least a few seconds and he looked over to the party and shook his head, ‘Niet, I was actually trying to get out of this place,’ — WHAT THE HELL DON’T TELL HER THAT! That was when he wanted to fix his story up, ‘I mean… mhm…’ but he didn’t want to lie and he glanced back at her and Heath with a more neutral expression. ‘I meant more to say that I probably should eat something but I’m not in the mood.’ Anatoliy’s face twisted when he said that too because he was thinking about it. That sounded dumb also.

Ana seemed to dip back a little more, trying to blend into the background, and the darkness. Heath seemed confused and rightfully so, ‘Niet…’ he added. Then he thought about it, ‘I mean da, everything is okay,’ he quickly corrected his words. ‘You just smell really good,’ and he wanted to add that it was somewhat hard not to lean over and sniff him, but he decided to keep that to himself. Then he glanced at Chariselle.

Once Heath seemed to focus on Chariselle and apologize, Ana looked behind him, which was where his cabin was. Then he glanced back, but he didn’t feel like their eyes were totally off him either. But he glanced back once more in debate and found himself not thinking it was a good plan to walk away from people. He didn’t like how it made him feel when people walked away from him even if this situation was a little tense and awkward. Interesting, they don’t know each other… that made him glance at Chariselle before glancing at Heath — he wondered why there was already tension. Maybe it was a demigod thing. Challenging each other or some shit.

‘What do you mean?’ Anatoliy looked down at himself. What was on him? A sweater his dad made him, pajama pants, a backpack, now his guitar, and Ip — He must be thinking about Ip or noticed him. And he nodded and glanced to his left shoulder where the little round furry beast was snuggled up into his turtle neck. ‘Da,’ he stated before bringing up his free hand and gently using a finger to pet Ip’s head. ‘This is Ip. I found him out in the woods when I was coming here and a crow was harassing him and wanted to eat him, so he likes being around me now. He’s a pretty cool guy.’ Anatoliy spoke about Ip more in a way that someone might think Ip was human.

Gently cupping Ip into his hand, he extended a round little furball towards Heath, ‘He’s nice but if you grab him. Be careful. Ip has it in his head that he can help me make friends here and vole’s make friends by grooming, rubbing their cheeks and face on you, and licking. So if you do try to pet him or hold him. He might do that.’ Ana felt like he had to warn people about that because he knew Ip got that into his head.

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Interactions
Heath @Pristine1281 & Chariselle @PatientBean outside of the party

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Location: The Bar
Interactions: Azariah @Blizz
Mentions: Lochlan, Azariah, rest of the bar crew

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Amorey had looked visibly uncomfortable in the heat due to her winter outfit from what Veronica could tell, even after unzipping her clothing slightly and removing her hat and scarf; so, she’d been expecting her offer of help to be accepted. She’d had it ingrained over the years that she needed to be of service to those around her, partly in an attempt to gain their friendship without forcing it herself. Having it declined left her somewhat stunned as she felt a conflicted between that subconscious need to be of help to others and the blessed relief that she didn’t need to carry the very heavy looking backpack.

‘I think I might go over to a bench or something and get all my stuff off before I run around, I do appreciate both of your help. Thank you.’

Veronica hated that she was overthinking this fleeting interaction, and acting as if Amorey had wronged her when it was entirely the insecurities within her own head. She was glad that Sofia had spoken up before she could as she was still taking a moment to process what the newest arrival had said before she left in search of Andy. Even so, she was already turning inwards as she ran her hands up her arms and made herself hunch a little smaller, even if she was taller than the other two.

"No problem, Amorey, and I bet you can get sorted out and join the party later.”

”You’re welcome, and she should be around here somewhere. See you soon!” Veronica called after Amorey as she went towards a bench to offload some of her gear, perhaps sounding a little too cheerful as she pulled herself out of her melancholic thoughts. Sofia had turned back towards her to continue where they’d left off earlier.

"So you still want to head to the bar and not get drunk? since it seems like Amorey may not need our help at the moment.” Sofia looked to pause for a moment before continuing, clearly thinking about something. "Or we can do something else if you want, I do not care at the moment.” Veronica felt herself giggling at Sofia’s blasé statement though she turned bright pink a moment later as she tried her best not to laugh for long after almost offending the girl earlier. She did notice the girl’s gaze lingering on the sleds across the other side of the party.

”Maybe we could have a try sledding? Since you keep looking at the hill, I’d assume that’s where you want to go?” Veronica continued to make her way towards the bar, turning herself round so she was now walking backwards as she spoke with Sofia, giving her a warm smile. ”Drinks first, since we’re heading there now? And then food after sledding?”

When she turned back around, and caught sight of yet more new and unfamiliar demigods she could feel her panic rising, at least for half a heartbeat or so before she could stifle it. However, the sight of Lochlan’s taut shirt across his torso caused her heartrate to quicken all the same, while her eyes roamed freely over his body as he called out for everyone to join him for drinks. "Shots!"

Veronica, approached the bar with Sofia hopefully not far behind and looked around at the assorted drinks wondering what to have for a shot. Lochlan’s invitation was answered almost immediately afterwards by his sister in tow, "Hell yeah!" which of course drew Veronica’s attention to her as well, where her outfit left very little to the imagination, yet lingered in your thoughts. She could feel her breath quicken as the crowd around the bar was bustling with ever increasing numbers of beautiful bodies.

Veronica looked around the assorted bottles before attempting to reach over for a bottle of what looked to be vodka, thinking it would make a simple shot to join in without too much effort while Blair was getting them glasses.

However, another hand took the bottle first, so Veronica looked up from the bar to stare at the stranger who opened the bottle and poured herself a quick shot before placing it back. She smiled a little nervously, as she admired the tall girl while trying not to stare; absentmindedly licking her lips which were suddenly feeling a very dry after first Lochlan, then Blair and now this towering shield maiden; even if she was only half a foot taller than Veronica.

"Tequila?" She heard Blair suggest to Lochlan while she reached over for lime, salt and glasses that she began to set up on the bar in front of them all. A short male figure with intricately braided hair had also arrived, asking a general question to all there, likely brought over by Lochlan’s shout.

"Anything good over here?"

"Yeah, shots!" she heard Blair answer them back.

Her own plan of a simple malibu and coke had already been delayed by group shots, and perhaps her goal of minimal drinking was in danger already as well.

"Who’s in?" Blair asked of the crowd and Veronica gently put the vodka back down without pouring any out. She thought tequila might be better to ease into it, even as she cast an uncertain look towards the woman already with vodka in hand. Veronica could feel herself blushing with embarrassment over having taken a bottle only to do nothing with it, alongside her shy ogling of multiple people.

Raising her hand nervously to get Blairs attention Veronica put herself forward to take part ”sure?” she didn't volunteer Sofia though she did hope her new friend would join her.

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