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A Ski Lodge...
A Ski Lodge... with a twist!
The Hotel Dionysia, the Revelers' Palace, the House of Daydreams, Avalon, the Isle of the Lotus-Eaters... this realm has been known by many a name throughout the ages, but the laws governing it (or lack thereof) have stayed largely the same. Fall too deep into a dream, wander too far off the path, get lost in whatever way you fancy and you'll find yourself in a place that defies the rules of reality. There, anything is possible and everything is wonderous. Unfortunately, not much else is known about it, as every person believed to have reached it has never been seen again...
And that, my dear, is exactly where you have found yourself. Now, do tell me about yourself, if you'd be so kind...
Name:
Pronouns:
Appearance (detailed, please!):
Personality (also detailed, please!):
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?:
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important):
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?:
Favorite beverage:
Thank you, it's lovely to meet you. Now, won't you come inside?
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Author here! Let's have a bit of explanation, shall we? This is a ski lodge, as the title suggests, set in the fantastical Hotel Dionysia. This is NOT a non-death ski lodge, so please be aware of that before choosing to join (of course, all depictions of violence will be kept CB-appropriate). MOST IMPORTANTLY! I wanted to try something different, something possibly never done before - this ski lodge will be something of a collaborative choose-your own adventure. At the end of each chapter, I will pose a question with a few possible answers. You, dear readers, will vote on the answer of your choice, and the one with the most selections will go on to affect the story... your fate is in your hands!
Because of this unique structure, I have a couple RULES for joining! (don't worry, they're quite simple). First, because of the interactiveness of this ski lodge, please only join if you are willing to read each chapter and answer each question. Participation is important! Second, to avoid the story getting overcomplicated, I'd like to limit entries to 14 people, and please only submit one entry (CBer or AE) per person!
I really hope you all are as interested in this as I am, it means a lot to me. If you have any questions, feel free to ask! Now, without further ado...
Let the show begin.
submitted by The Sommelier, age ???, Hotel Dionysia
(May 16, 2024 - 4:47 pm)
(May 16, 2024 - 4:47 pm)
I'm not entirely sure of my participation but I will do my best~
Name: Moon Wolf
Pronouns: she/her
Appearance (detailed, please!): sleek black hair below shoulder-length, dark brown, almost black eyes, slightly tan skin, skinny, smaller than average, silvery-purple moon pendant necklace around neck, Asian, typically wearing short-sleeved white t-shirt with lavender jacket and jeggings, as well as light blue sneakers
Personality (also detailed, please!): INFJ, caring, creative, relatively smart, can be impulsive sometimes, does not like talking to strangers that much, however very talkative with friends, thoughtful, pretty good at completing things on schedule (relatively), tends to make to-do lists in my mind, however terrible at sticking to schedules created by myself, laughs easily with friends, awkward sometimes, a bookworm
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: by reading a book from the library, and suddenly getting teleported to the hotel
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): either wise cat or joyful dog, but if I had to choose, probably cat
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: lavender with freshly fallen rain (not the super strong lavender you always find in stores, like a subtle kind of lavender)
Favorite beverage: oriental beauty tea (or just tea, milk tea preferably)
(May 17, 2024 - 5:22 pm)
Name: CelineBurning Bright/Celine
Pronouns: she/her/they/them (one set, alternating, random... use whatever, 'cuz it's fluid :) ); maybee comet/cometself too?? If possible, could you actually do she/they/comet (random or alternating) please? Ok sorry that's done with lol
Appearance (detailed, please!): Asian, too skinny, average height (is still used to being one of the shortest in the room even though that's no longer a reality XD), a little over shoulder-length black hair (either tied in a ponytail, with a blue cloth headband, or down and crazy :D), wears leggings (occasionally shorts with pockets), wears t-shirts with fun little sayings on them (e.g. "stay true to your shelf", "my weekend is booked", "read more worry less", "be kind to all kinds" :D), is very confused about fashion but also doesn't care
Personality (also detailed, please!): genuine; feels guilty for every little thing; is fond of overapologizing but is trying to work on that; always up to learn more; calm/works better under pressure; can be stubborn though doesn't like to admit it; empathetic/can see everyone's perspectives and things really easily (think Blue from WoF if you've read it :D); vivid/overactive imagination; thoughts are always going 100 mph; sesquipedalian; loves to perform; sense of humor = dad jokes :D ; doesn't like attention when I'm not performing; hates getting in trouble/disappointing people; loves nature; bookworm (AKA bookwyrm AKA bookdragon >:) ); very enthusiastic and puppy energy and literally bounces around lol when excited; loves life and can see the beauty in everything; loves to vomit words (in the metaphorical sense); low self-confidence yay (but also when I'm proud of myself I'm very proud of myself); always tries my best, values friends/family greatly... you can see why I try not to do personality descriptions very often :)
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: I was taking a tour of Trader Joes when I suddenly found myself lost in the corridors of produce, my tour guide nowhere to be seen! (don't question it.) Frantically, I ran through the store, searching for an exit out of the maze of goods, and finally stumbled upon the shelf devoted entirely to cereal. Next to me was a box that displayed a parrot with an eye patch, named Polly. The cereal was called "Polly's Treasures" and was 100% healthy. Now, normally I don't eat healthy cereal, but this box promised a treasure map inside, so I bought it then immediately tore it open, looking to the map for guidance. It led me here.
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): well. I don't have much courage in me, I don't care about being beautiful, and being wise honestly sounds kinda boring/frustrating... so joyful dog!! Bark, bark! *wags tail happily* :D
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: ahem. I do not use perfume or cologne. My squish describes it perfectly: "it's just smelly water". Because blech blech no thanks I can't even stand the smell of scented hand sanitizer or hand soap and when I'm in the locker room I have to hold my nose bc I have a strong sense of smell and gag. Um. But rant over. Answer is: no, but thank you. And if I have to answer, then there would be no scent at all
Favorite beverage: oh oh oh!! What about wintermelon milk tea (don't worry it's not really tea with caffeine it's just wintermelon and you pour milk into it)? Or WAIT hot almond drink!! Wait wintermelon tea with grass jelly? Water? Milk? Aghh!! Watermelon milk????
A: hot almond drink
(May 18, 2024 - 12:47 pm)
Name: Sempreverde
Pronouns: she/her
Appearance (detailed, please!):golden brown skin, indigo eyes, sleek black hair that reaches to my waist, with a green streak through it on the left side. Wearing a pair of long blue pants that flare out at the bottom and a light blue t-shirt with cherry blossom designs. When the weather is cold, I wear long black boots with stylized gold designs and warm socks; for warm weather bare feet or tabi socks.
Personality (also detailed, please!): clever, observant, creative, avid reader, usually thoughtful and quiet, fiery temper when provoked
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: I was hiking up a steep mountain trail when I took a wrong turn and ended up at the Hotel.
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): wise cat
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: The scent of a pine forest after the spring rain
Favorite beverage: lychee tea, or coconut milk tea with boba
(May 18, 2024 - 4:44 am)
personality INTP
(May 20, 2024 - 1:29 pm)
sesquipedalian
(May 20, 2024 - 1:58 pm)
so excited for this!
Name: Pangolin
Pronouns: she/they
Appearance (detailed, please!): i'm slightly taller than average, with shoulder-length tangles of wavy copper hair. my skin is fair and freckled, and burns easily. i'm wearing an old brown crewneck sweatshirt over a white collared shirt, jeans, and beat up black converse.
Personality (also detailed, please!): i'm quiet and somewhat reclusive, and painfully socially anxious. (though i'm good at talking to people if i have a reason for talking to them. i just suck at small talk) i love reading and writing and nature and puzzles and adventure. i'm very logical and level-headed, even (especially) during emergencies, and i'm hard-working. i'm a perfectionist, and a bit of a people-pleaser, and also quite competitive. i don't get angry easily, but when i do, i get very angry. i'm very passionate about causes i believe in.
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: bored with my monotonous commute home from school everyday, i decided to take an alternative route. but i must've taken a wrong turn somewhere...
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird, or a beautiful fish (yes, this is important): courageous bird, i think!
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: idk something subtle - maybe mountain laurel or rain or something?
Favorite beverage: either matcha or brown rice tea!
(May 18, 2024 - 11:37 am)
I'm so happy to see everyone who's joined so far! Five spots are still available, so I'll keep them open until next Thursday. Hawkstar and Luna silvermoon, please try to have your entries completed by then too!
(May 18, 2024 - 3:13 pm)
Yes! I am definitely reserving! And perhaps, does this have to do with the Greek god Dionysius, god of wine ans madness? Because the hotel name is definitely the feminine form of Dionysius and your name is also sommelier which is a wine server. This can't be a coincidence.
Name: Persefoni Falco
Pronouns: she/her
Appearance (detailed, please!): Dark brown eyes, tanish skin (lots of moles), long dark brown-golden hair with lots of curls, avarage height, skinny. Likes to wear the plague doctor outfit to scare people. Doesn't wear a lot of colors. No makeup. Snake bracelet. Turquoise and gold ring. One feather earring. Tattoo of an arrow with a snake curling around it with an eye in the background on the inside of her forearm. (You told me to be specific).
Personality (also detailed, please!): Looks very intimidating on the outside but actually a nice and loyal person. Intelligent. A really good runner. And a excellent archer. Seems to have an internal compass. Loves spending time in the woods alone. Pays attention to detail. Photographic memory. Bad social skills. Always seems suspicious. Doesn't talk to people a lot. If she knows a secret she will likely keep it to herself. A thinker. Spontaneous, you think you know everything but there was a whole other side you missed. Likes to be in the background and unnoticed. Like playing mind games. A skilled chess player. And has a wicked stare. Polyglot.
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: Bored, ready for a new adventure.
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): Courageous bird!
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: the smell of rain.
Favorite beverage: Chai tea.
(May 18, 2024 - 7:32 pm)
Looks very exciting!
Name: Luna "Moth' Silvermoon
Pronouns : She/they
Appearance: A tall for the younger half of teen Caucasian. I have a choppy,purple bob and have sea blue eyes. Seeing as this seems to be a formal sounding occasion, I will be wearing a charcoal black suit,with a light pink button up shirt,as well as a black top hat, a blue bow tie,and lilac boots.
Personality: Quirky,eccentric, reckless, has a bit of social anxiety but hides it with a smile and clever jokes.witty,bit sassy,empathic,kind.
How did you end up in the hotel Dionysia? I am unsure, all I remember is a bright light, almost burning and a old,mahogany door...
Courageous bird,I believe
If you had a signature scent: the smell of Petrichor ,aka the smell of just after rain.
Favorite beverage: Pink Lemonade
Thank you, it's lovely to meet you, now won't you come inside? Yes,but this is a ski lounge and thus I can't trust anything you say
(May 18, 2024 - 9:37 pm)
Name: Silver Crystal
Pronouns: She/her
Appearance (detailed, please!): Longish dark brown hair with curtain bangs, brown eyes, Asian(ish), white tank top, jeans, black and white high top converse.
Personality (also detailed, please!): Introverted but friendly with people I know and like, competitive, need my alone time.
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: Just by chance
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): A joyful dog!! Being happy is the most important thing (also I'm a dog person)
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: Something sharp and memorable
Favorite beverage: Tie between water, Sprite, and a mango smoothie
(May 19, 2024 - 9:52 pm)
Name: Hawkstar
Pronouns: She/her
Appearance (detailed, please!): Tall and skinny, 5'7, with short, almost shoulder length coco colored hair. Brown eyes, full lips and a normal sized nose. freckles across cheeks and nose bridge. Long, slender and quick fingers. Ears are small and have slight points. Usually dressed in brown gray tunic, forest green leggings and a brown, long, hooded cloak. bare foot in warm seasons, booted in cold weather. Has a braided leather belt with sheaved hunting knife. Either has a wooden staff, or a bow and quivver full of arrows. Never both. Is very handy with both weapons. I have hawk wings that appear on my back, 4 feet long on each side. I hardly ever use my wings, and they aren't even there until I want them. I have a thin crown of ever blooming flowers on my head
Personality (also detailed, please!): Kind, firm, clever and fun. can be very open with laugh and smile, or closed off and mysteriously grumpy. Enjoys company of others usually, and hates to be left out or miss something. Loyal and helpful.
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?: I happened to daydream my way in
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, a courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important): Wise cat
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?: Rose with a hint lavender
Favorite beverage: Hot chocolate
(May 20, 2024 - 10:15 am)
um I think that there isnt 14 people yet but if there is sorry
Name: KatanaLuna (sorry i know there is another luna)
Pronouns:she/her/elf
Appearance (detailed, please!):(this is not me IRL) Long flowing raven hair, violet eyes, chalk white skin. Has a habit of being able to slip into places I shouldn't be able to fit. Flexible. elfish, slightly pointed ears,full lips,long nails, Half night elf. (if thats allowed)
Personality (also detailed, please!):Quiet,secretive,smart,good at stratigizing and reading the room, shy, mysterious. Can creep around silently. Never needs sleep.Is good at picking locks, and is very good with flowers.
How did you end up at the Hotel Dionysia?:Nobody knows my backstory, even me becase my memory has been erased.(I dont know how though) All I know is that I woke up on a train heading here with a single suitcase and a note that says Her memory has been erased. She's half night elf. She has money included, and her destination is the Hotel.
Would you rather be a wise cat, a joyful dog, courageous bird or a beautiful fish? (yes, this is important):A wise but shy tuxedo cat with lynx ears, graceful features, and violet eyes. Secretly has a passion for playing with yarn.
If you had a signature perfume or cologne scent, what would it be?:Lavender, catnip (does it have a smell?), ash, and oak.
Favorite beverage: Enjoys sparkling honeysuckle nectar.
(May 20, 2024 - 3:36 pm)
You're in luck, spots are still open! Since there's already a Luna in this ski lodge, how would you feel about me using a nickname, such as Katana or KL?
(May 20, 2024 - 5:17 pm)
You can just call me Katana! IS it ok if I elaborate on my description?? I also have two katanas I always carry around. My clothes are (this ties back to our world) black skinny jeans, strechty purple shirt , and fluffy black scarf. Can I have a pet?
(May 21, 2024 - 5:35 am)
Awesome, thanks! Yes, I'm happy for you to add to your description! Unfortunately, however, the Hotel Dionysia does not have accomodations for pets.
(May 22, 2024 - 9:25 am)