wonder whose arms will hold you tight

[notahobby]

Who: EVERYONE'S INVITED
What: Maxxie's Super Amazing and Truly Spectacular New Year's Eve Party
When: Dec 31st - Jan 1st
Where: One of Vista City's most decadent night clubs, æther
Warnings: Mentions of alcohol, drugs, sex, all that good rock 'n roll stuff. If there's going to be anything else just throw it in the header or let me know and I'll add it!

The night club Maxxie rents out is in the heart of the downtown, sticking out like a sore thumb with its front entrance looking more like a museum than a club. There's a red carpet leading up the steps, with bodyguards littered about to keep the paparazzi and troublemakers at arm's length. No one with a recognizable face will be turned away from entering the club, and even through the giant, heavy doors there's a distinct baseline and a hint of flashing lights from the dance floor.

Said dance floor is the first step once you're inside. After an extravagant coat check and quick access to the downstairs bar, there's a wide open dance floor with the DJ on stage at the opposite end. There are bodyguards lining the walls, of course - after Naomi's stunt at the solstice party there's no losing them - but there's only one rule at this party: absolutely no one is to touch the mic except for the DJ and Maxxie. The music all night is a blend of genres, but every song is appropriate to dance to. Obviously there are some Flashstep songs thrown in for good measure, but rest assured that every band will probably hear their music in some form or another, whether it's the song itself or a remix to make it a bit more suitable for the mood of the party.

On the two upper levels there are balconies overlooking the dance floor, and it's a bit quieter up here due to some innovative architecture. One may actually be able to have a conversation in the comfortable lounge, and there's another bar here with a few more options for mixed drinks. It's a place to rest up, have a few drinks, and enjoy the music at a more reasonable volume before you head back out to the party. There's even waitstaff floating around making sure everyone has anything they want, and as always the bodyguards are hanging out at the edges of the space to make sure no one starts any trouble.

Finally, there's an entrance to an outdoor balcony on the top level, high enough up to get a nice view of downtown and still be sheltered from the nosy paparazzi down on the street. The temperature has dropped with the arrival of winter, but it's a calm, clear night in Vista city and the alcohol should be enough to keep you warm.

The bars are fully stocked with a few thousand dollars worth of alcohol to keep everyone properly buzzed, and there are a few dealers floating around upstairs ready to sell anything to anyone with a charming smile. The host himself will be bouncing around, enjoying himself as if it was all catered specifically to his idea of the perfect party (it was) and saying hi to anyone and everyone.

[OOC: This is party style! Throw up a toplevel and get tagging! You can get up to any shenanigans you want, but please keep in mind the bodyguards are plentiful and on high alert since the solstice party. Maxxie has, of course, tried and failed to get them to join in on the fun, but they don't seem too overbearing unless trouble starts brewing. The Countdown is here, but please continue making toplevels and threading pre- and post-countdown shenanigans!]

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Upstairs

[consocius]

[At whatever instance Maxxie takes a second to sit on a couch, a Sora will appear. To flop down with him with his legs over his lap and arms around his neck.]

It's a Maxxie!!

[That was probably yelled a little too loudly considering the guy's ear is just right there. Sorry, Maxxie.]

You've been everywhere tonight, huh?! You have a lot of friends, Maxxie!!

[notahobby]

Sora!

[Maxxie wraps his arms around Sora and gives him a squeeze - his ears are immune to the shouting at this point and it wouldn't cancel out how thrilled he is to see his band mate here enjoying himself.]

[He pulls away a little and looks out at the party. All his 'friends' that Sora's referring to.]

I guess you could say that.

[consocius]

[Sora also looks around at the people around them, nodding his head in agreement to... Something. Or nothing.]

Yeah, it's a good party! [Looking back at Maxxie, grinning again.] I drank! [Just in case this wasn't obvious.]

[notahobby]

[Maxxie's eyes are alight with glee as he looks down at Sora, and there's a hint of pride in his smile as well.]

I was hoping you would! Promise me you'll relax and have fun tonight, yeah?

[consocius]

[Pride! Yes this is good, Sora wants to make his bandfamily proud of him.]

Yeah! You, too. And everyone, too! Everyone needed a fun party. 'Stead of another bad one. And we're all here together, too. I'm really glad.

[notahobby]

[Maxxie's arm is still around Sora, and he gives him another squeeze.]

I'm so glad you came tonight. I wanted all of us to go out and have a good time.

[consocius]

'Course I came. I like parties! And I gotta make sure none of you guys get hurt again. So gotta stay close to do that, right?

[He pats Maxxie's back, still grinning.]

[notahobby]

[Maxxie's drunken heart almost breaks at his younger band mate expressing a need to protect him. It should be the other way around.]

Don't worry about me, yeah? I always find my way.

[consocius]

[Sora nods several times in response to this.] That's true, that's true...

Hey! Maybe you should teach people!

[notahobby]

[At first Maxxie blames his own drunkenness for not understanding the statement, but as he rolls it around in his head a little more he realizes he really can't figure it out.]

Teach people what?

[consocius]

[It had made complete sense in Sora's head, but he doesn't seem to mind having to explain.]

You know... How to find their way! Keep on their toes and stuff, like in bad situations. [This last word is pronounced a little slowly.]

[notahobby]

Well, it's easy.

[He holds up his hand to illustrate as he speaks.]

Just gotta think about all the good stuff you got going on, you know?

[consocius]

[Again, nodding several times.]

Right! Yeah. Me too. I mean, I try and do that too. But, Jamie... [He taps on Maxxie's shoulder, like he's trying to get his attention. Even though he already has it.] Jamie's the one we gotta worry about. He gets sad, and mad. Mad 'cause he's sad.

[notahobby]

[Maxxie frowns and nods, slowly, unsure how to respond for a moment.]

I think he'll figure it out in the end.

[consocius]

Yeah, 'course! He's not alone anymore, he's got a band and friends... Friends are good at helping each other with stuff!

[He suddenly throws both arms around Maxxie to give him a hug.] We all have each other!

[notahobby]

[He laughs in surprise as he wraps his arms around Sora and gives him a tight squeeze.]

You know you'll always have me, yeah?

[consocius]

[Sora gives Maxxie's shoulder an affectionate nuzzle, before pulling back enough so he can look at his face without breaking the hug.]

I know! Me too, I'm always here if you need me, okay? And you're a real good friend, Maxxie! I'm glad we're friends.

[notahobby]

Me too, Sora.

[And he's not just saying that because he's drunk and placating.]

So promise me don't do anything I wouldn't do tonight, alright?

[He should probably set the goalposts a little farther back, but listen, that's harder to say.]