Tanuchan

...... mmmmmmpphhhhhhhhhhh........ I mean... ghhhh.... please... *gasps* may I breathe? *gasp* As everybody relents a bit in their almighty hugging, the gasping wolf changes back quickly, still quite dizzy and breathless. *hugs everybody, blushing* Thanks so much!! She laughs suddenly, changing back into her wolf shape and bounding into the shadows, having to find a way to spend that bubbling enthusiasm and energy... maybe poking the Werewolf players right in the middle of the game at the Conservatory? That would be fun... THANK YOU! :D There's a gleeful howl into the night...

Some important notes * don't forget to state your vote clearly in a last OOC line * ties will be dealt with using either short extensions or dice * please, DON'T state your role OOC (that is, no OOC defense saying you're Seer/Baner); use RP ! * check the baning rules some posts above * night phases are about 24 hours, unless I get all the PMs earlier * during night phases, no accusation/idle speculation * for any extensive OOC comment, please use this thread * PM me in case you have doubts or problems (like having to be absent)

The Suspects... Lady Celes Crusader- Elisabeth Christie, well-known socialite (WWIII) Vahktang- Lord Washima, Strong head of the Washima Clan (WWII) DeanTheAdequate- Dr. Van Muncie (WWI) Katzaniel- Jaqui, Blind and somewhat bitter young adult (WWVI) Eyremon- Wile E. Coyote (WWVII) Merelas- Walter Morrison, nerdy High-school kid (WWVI) Degenero Angelus- Markus Black, Gentle gang member from the old west (WWV) Ayshela- Shana, randomly bubbly teenager from high school setting Gwaihir- George, a merchant Salinye - Serena, ex-high school nerdy type Xanthus- Javier NPC- Elwen- Hisoka Kyodai, geisha (WWII) NPC/mod- MeThinksUFoolish- (Any of my old characters I feel like using) NPC/mod- Tanuchan - Amanda Black The Victims Albert E. Milhouse - NPC, high school kid from WW IV, NPC kill Terauchi Eiji - NPC, Japanese minor lord from WW II, NPC kill Tanuchan- Amanda Black - innocent

Night wears away and, by dawn, there are people sleeping in the couches at the ball room or dozing at the kitchen. In the guests' wing, some rooms have open doors to reveal their occupants haven't bothered about beds, and others are locked. Snores can be heard coming out from some of the latest, and in at least one door it's possible to listen to soft weeping. In Amanda's room, Teruko nods at Takako. "She slept restlessly." Takako acknowledges the report and her sister leaves. After a moment of apparent reflexion, but during which she quickly scans the room and notices the untouched locks on the windows, she wakes Amanda softly. Servants at the kitchen prepare the breakfast noiselessly, but Wetherby soon arrives and starts waking up the dozers in an acerbic tone. "Please either wake up and get ready for breakfast, or go to your rooms. Unfortunately you're disturbing the smooth work of the kitchen personnel." The scene repeats in the ball room, where the tables are already being set for the breakfast. Soon there are lots of people entering and leaving the guests' wing, most of them sleepy and muttering about not being able to leave. To their surprise, the ones who enter their rooms for the first time notice that there's a change of clothes for them on their beds, apparently chosen with care so that no taste is offended. A bell rings twice, startling more than one person. A voice is heard, inviting people for breakfast, and even the sleepiest of the guests find themselves curious enough to be seated at the table some time later. The care shown in the organization of the party is seen also during breakfast. Lord Kinjiru acts his most charming way but, as the guests relax and start talking more lively, some notice a still empty chair. A pale Wetherby interrupts Kinjiru, murmuring some words in his ears. The ninja lord excuses himself and leaves, gesturing to his guards - who sublty change positions so as to cover everybody in the room. Moments later, Kinjiru returns. "Terauchi Eiji was found in the wine cellar by one of my servants. His throat has been slashed. No one has entered this house, and Mrs. Black has been under guard the whole night. I will just warn you: I will find this murderer. " There's a deep silence, then he continues. "Those who wish to find entertainment are free to look around the house. You will find a Library, and the Winter garden is now open. All external doors are, however, locked. I will ask once more not to try to leave." ************** OOC: There was no PC kill this night phase. Day phase begins. You have 48 hours to place your votes. Good hunting! Please check the OOC thread

Hmm... well, the setting *is* a party... I guess whoever mods this to the end will have to come by an explanation why we have all those different characters, from different timeframes (and plus a cartoon character...) all together in a closed house... Meanwhile, just keep on the good RP *walks away trying to figure out said explanation*

Clarifying the Baner's Role: * baning the wolves' chosen victim results in no kill (or NPC kill) * baning a wolf results in no kill (or NPC kill) (even when there are two wolves; consider that one of the wolves had to help its packmate) * baning any other player results in the normal wolves' kill Any questions, please PM me ~Tanny

I really like it, Salinye... and I hope Mira does, also ~Tanny

Okay... at least for the moment, nominations are closed. I have a pretty long list to work on, so it will be a while before I can accept any new names Thanks to everybody who participated. And if you want to write a short poem about someone, as I stated in the first post, please PM me. ~Tanny

*hugs* Don't worry so much, Xanthus You'll do nicely. And the mod is also responsible to put the story together based on your RP, so we'll find a way to work with (almost) anything that you do in your posts. ~Tanny

Amanda, ready to go to her assigned rooms with her husband at one side and her shadow geisha at the other, turns sharply at the banging of the door. However, fast as her reflexes are, Takako's are faster. The willowy geisha had dropped into one knee, and in her hand flashes a shuriken. "I... I... made it? Is this the party?" Amanda sighs, shaking her head. Another one? And where was he, if the house is supposed to be locked? "Hmm, where were you when this party started? Why haven't we seen any of you yet?" Takako silently resumes her place besides Amanda, resting a hand over her arm and keeping her eyes on the stranger who stammers an excuse. Lord Kinjiru steps in just behind Javier as he turns to go to the kitchen. "He was in the House before the doors were locked." He says softly, and Javier jumps in surprise at his voice. "My late guest apparently forgot his invitation and my guards didn't grant him entrance to the ball room. So, he is also under the same restrictions as all of you." He turns then to Javier. "Because of the murder, you can't leave this house. Until the time we clarify that, you are my guest. There's a room assigned for you, if you wish to rest. Wetherby... " He signals the butler "Please see food and refreshment for him." Javier stares silently at his host, at a loss for words. With a sharp bow, Lord Kinjiru once more leaves the ball room. *** OOC: I'm extending this night phase for (a maximum of) 24 hours as I'm missing several PMs. Remember that I need all players to confirm their active status. I may start day phase earlier if I get all the PMs.

Mage-bunny of acknowledged skill Raising his paws he chants a spell "..." Big carrots appear, floating around him Unnervingly circling, twirling, and spinning Never minding the delighted applauses Nonchalantly he keeps the flying ballet Yes - carrot-magic is always good fun.

For fun, a couple of Haiku-like ones... but I had to shorten one of them Yearning for knowledge Unaware of the shadows In library writes *** Guarding the forest Yet aware of the Castle Redemptio he wields

Sure WrenWind! You're all more than welcome to participate, and I will be PMing each of you as soon as I can! So, keep posting/nominating here! ~Tanny

rotflol That's... perfect!

The Suspects... Lady Celes Crusader- Elisabeth Christie, well-known socialite (WWIII) Vahktang- Lord Washima, Strong head of the Washima Clan (WWII) DeanTheAdequate- Dr. Van Muncie (WWI) Katzaniel- Jaqui, Blind and somewhat bitter young adult (WWVI) Eyremon- Wile E. Coyote (WWVII) Merelas- Walter Morrison, nerdy High-school kid (WWVI) Degenero Angelus- Markus Black, Gentle gang member from the old west (WWV) Ayshela- Shana, randomly bubbly teenager from high school setting Gwaihir- George, a merchant Salinye - Serena, ex-high school nerdy type Xanthus- Javier NPC- Elwen- Hisoka Kyodai, geisha (WWII) NPC/mod- MeThinksUFoolish- (Any of my old characters I feel like using) NPC/mod- Tanuchan - Amanda Black The Victims Albert E. Milhouse - NPC, high school kid from WW IV, first kill Tanuchan- Amanda Black - innocent

Modding Post The murmurs quickly rise to speculation, and both the coyote and Amanda are soon being eyed suspiciously. At the poker table, a circle opens around Amanda and Markus as some start thinking about the bluffing abilities of the players. Amanda looks at them defiantly, the awareness of danger awaking her quick reflexes and her deep survival instinct. Markus stands up as soon as he hears the first whispers against his wife, scowling. Amanda rests her hand on his arm, pressing it subtly to restrain him. "Because we came from a place where wilderness is just slowly retreating, you would look at me and think me able to kill an innocent boy? God knows I've killed, and he knows also it was never idly. " Her voice is icy cold, her eyes weighing each one of them. Some lower their eyes, but one or two keep locked into her. She shakes her head. "Lord Kinjiru?" "Hai." The ninja lord looks at her with a fleeting hint of admiration in his eyes. "I'm your guest and I'm under your protection. Is it the way of honor, that I have to bear guilt where there is none?" "No." Kinjiru nods once, and looks at his guests. "I will find the murderer, but no one will touch this woman until her guilt is proven. Takako-san!" A gueisha quickly appears, bowing deeply at her lord. "Stay with Mrs. Black at all times. Nothing should separate you both." Markus starts to protest, and is abruptly cut by their host. "Takako-san has my trust. She has saved my life more than once with her skills. She will protect either your wife's innocence or my guests' lives, if she's guilty. Unless you want me to lock her." Amanda and Markus look at each other, and nod. "It is getting late, and some of you may want to rest. Wetherby has seen to your needs and prepared separate rooms for each of you. As I said, this house is locked until I find the murderer, but you are all my guests and not prisoners. If you need anything, please talk to Wetherby." He bows to Amanda. "Mrs. Black, unfortunately I will have to separate you from your husband. Takako-san will guard your sleep with her twin sister. You can trust them absolutely." ****** OOC Amanda Black was innocent. It´s Night Phase. Wolves, Seer, Baner, please you have 24 hours to send me the PMs, copied to MTYF. Feel free to RP, but please no accusations or speculations As an explanation, I broke the tie favoring Wile E. because of the need for a substitute moderator. Amanda has NPC status from now on. Any doubts, please PM me or post at the sign-up thread, that's being used as an OOC thread. Good hunting to all ~~~~ Edit: typos

Modding post: I won't be online for some hours, so I'm extending day phase for a couple of hours... if MTYF can't post, I'll be ending day phase in about 4 hours from this time stamp (~9 pm EST). Put in your votes! Please, be ready to PM me with your roles (consider that if you haven't received any PM from MTYF, then you're a "villager") as soon as the lynching is up... ~Tanny

Keeping to shadows and silently prowling A tigertaur stalks looking for adventure Tigress controling a weaker human soul Zealous of her fame as a daring hunter Arrogant eyes observe and consider Never for a moment doubting herself Independent spirit, strong in confidence Even in danger holds her ground Laughs in delight at challenge thrown. (Katzaniel)

Mmm... this is a challenge... First try, pretty random and silly... Tentatively writing the suggested poem A puzzled wolf blinks in confusion Naturally creative and full of mirth Uwilling to admit an early defeat Chases the words in growing frustration How could she write an acrostic this way A randomness of thought endangers the flow No way to write unless using fun. *********** A second try, a bit better Tentative looking around herself A timid wolf stepped into view New in the Castle full of mysteries Unsure of the grounds busy with people Casting around a curious look Heard the sounds of mirth and joy A glint of interest appeared in her eyes New friends she made and a home she found.

You're already on my list, as you've been nominated I'll be PMing you shortly about your characters *hugs*

Thanks, 'shela It's been really fun to read about the characters and talk to the people, and my Muse has been quite gentle these days... I hope she keeps so until I finish all my list...

With closed eyes, Amanda half-listens to the murmurs, barely aware that she's being suspected. Her hands grip the back of Markus' chair, and she forces herself to breath camly. Amanda Tannison Black, you are *not* a pampered lady to lose your grip on yourself. The Oregon Trail is past. My past also died in that trail, but not my strength. One of her hands moves by itself, to rest lightly on her husband's strong shoulder. This is a nightmare... why doesn't Markus say anything? Slowly, determination wins over confusion, and she scowls at herself. Nightmare, yes. But no excuse to behave like a frightened child. Finally regaining control, she opens her eyes. They glint with supressed anger, but no one would guess at what - at herself, or the situation.

lol Now, if I could just be certain that this time you aren't the wolf... it would be an almost perfect scene, no?

OOC: Modding Post Quick tally Wile E. Coyote - 1 vote Amanda Black - 1 vote You still have about 24 hours to vote. In the event MTYF isn't able to resume modding, I remind you that I use to lynch whoever has the most votes at the end of day phase... and that dice can be used to break a tie ~~~~ Edit: typo

Eyremon, I really love your RP of Wile E. We should let you live just to keep the humorous side... ~Tanny