On a sweet afternoon where the lights start turning and the moon starts climbing people start their arrival at the Stage of Beauty. People around the world come here to share their appearance and gaze at the beauty of other Countries. It was reported that many people from Fiore were coming here to reveal to Stella how beauty even looks. Rolling down the red carpet to enter the large building of white stone with red rims. Once all are inside they are introduced by an escort that will show them to their room to change and get ready till their name is called.

The judges are left unknown besides the fact they are fellow Fiorians with the ethnicity of different cultures. They will not be found out till the showcase starts as they don't want the contestants to get favored! The reporter winks as she reported this. The stage is a true beauty, fitting for the lovely Queens that are joining us today. The stage is lilac-colored with some pink tinting to it. The mainframe is a collision of hearts. Behind the frames and Screen where the audience can see the clearness of each beauty are decorations of black and gold with blue lighting. Within time, the audience is seated, judges are preparing and waiting as the contestants reveal their fashion and answers.

All the contestants were sent a letter of the three themes they will be judged on; Beach Attire, Bunny Outfit, and Flower Theme!

As the contestants come out one by one, the judges ask them a question. Each judge with their own unique question. Judge 1 ▷"What are your thoughts on world-famous mage     "Christian Zane"? Asking for a friend haha." Judge 2 ▷"What makes you different from the other girls competing today?" Judge 3 ▷"If you had the worlds attention for 30 seconds, what would you say?" Judge 4 ▷"Where is a place that you call home, but do not sleep in." Rules: Rather it's in this topic or your own, you must type up at least 2000 words getting ready and showcasing your outfits that match the Judge's theme. Don't worry, there are questions as well!~ Once everyone has met the requirements the judges will comment on everyone's outfits and reveal the points on this topic. If you choose to do your own topic, please still post the link here alongside a roleplay post of you gathering with the other contestants on the stage.

Tempris stood in the changing room with a pink face. She never be apart of a guild event nor has she had to partake in something so... public. She could hear the voices of the crowds cheering. She could hear the loud applause. All these sinner wanted to see everyone everyone dress up and answer questions. Why could this not be a contest on who can purge sin. She was sure she could do well at that.

Tempris held up the first outfit she had to wear. It was a two piece bikini and a sun hat. The hat was beige with a light pink ribbon that circled the crown of the hat. The ribbon was tied into a bow with two streamer 2 thin white lines ran across the ribbon, one on top and one on the bottom. Inside the hat was a shell and starfish hair accessory and a translucent . The shell was a light purple with five pearls and the star fish was pink wrist band. Behind where the outfit was hang and resting on the wall was a inner tube decorated to look like a strawberry glazed donut with sprinkles of purple, green, blue, and yellow. The top of the bikini resembled a white crop top with blue plaid strips. Pink ruffles hanged from the bottom of the top and covered the opening on the top, folding into ribbon over her chest. Underneath to top pink ruffles was a layer of white ruffles which hide the straps on her shoulders. The bottom piece for the bikini was a skirt which covered a pink bottom piece. The skirt was white with blue plaid stripes and had skirt layer underneath which was a half a inch longer than the plaid skirt. There was a light pink ban at the top which would hug the wearers body and a pink ribbon tied into a bow on the right. When wearing this outfit.

Tempris was suppose to let her hair down and not wear a veil. It was so revealing, so no fair. A woman knocked on the door before entering. She was suppose to support Tempris through the event but the girl would have preferred if someone she knew was here, like Fala or maybe. The woman snapped the girl out of her thoughts and picked up her hat. Tempris groan while picking up her hair pieces and darting to the mirror. Then she undressed and put on her bikini. She felt cold though not the normal cold that haunted her all her life. This was simply the lack of clothes combined with air conditioner. Goosebumps ran up her arm as she pushed her hand through to equip her bracelet. was a nice color, probably her favorite part of the outfit. Finally, she put on her hat and grabbed her inner tube. The woman signaled 5 minutes before she had to line up. This was going to be such a drag but she had to do it. She had to be... friendly.

With a smile on her face, Tempris looked at the woman so she could give her one final look. Once passed her strict list, the girl quickly moved out her room. Hugging her inner tube tightly she kept her head down hoping nobody would look at her. Then she waited in waiting room for her name to be called out. The woman came out, running through the list of things Tempris was suppose to do while out there. The most important thing was to smile but how could she when the air was chilly. Her name was called and the woman gently pushed the girl forward.
"Remember to smile."

Tempris walked out with an innocent smile on her face. This was the same smile many men and woman would witness before they left this realm to see Illumin free of sin. A warm expression filled with a lust for retribution and forgiveness, it was the girl's only tool to safety move Fiore till now. Now, it was her weapon to hide her feelings for this whole event. Her inner tube hanged at her left side so that her outfit could clearly be seen by the judges and the audience. Once she reached her spot, she shifted it to her shoulder and supported it with her other hand. Then she tilted her head and giggled.
"Ready for a swim!" She then winked at the crowd and then held out her right hand as she was asking them to join her.

When she was finished, she left the stage. Her face turned completely pink as soon as she was out of site. She could not believe what she did. It was frighten and all those eyes looking at her made her back feel like a highway for bugs. Fortunately that part was over. Unfortunately, the next part was going to be worst. The outfit this time was suppose to be a bunny outfit. It was something she never seen or heard before. It did not look like any bunny to her outside of the bunny ear on the white head band and the bunny tail. The outfit itself was basically a dark purple strapless corset teddy basically a garment that covered the torso and crouch area; white bunny hears attached to a white headband, black pantyhose, a white collar with a red bow that would go around her neck, white cuffs, white fluffy cotton tail, and dark purple  1 inch heels. when wearing this outfit, she would be carrying a plate filled with different donuts and her nails would be painted pink. The bottom of the teddy above her thigh would be a thin ribbon which would hang in front of the wearer on their right side.

Giving how easy it was to put on this outfit despite the many parts, Tempris had a little time to take a breather and pray. She could feel the sin that radiated from the costume and she would need her lord's help to not set herself on fire. Before she could finish asking for strength, her assistant came in to assist her putting on the outfit. There was a lot that could go wrong apparently so she made sure everything was pristine. Also she wanted to paint Tempris's nails given how little the young girl used make-up. With all that done, the woman gave Tempris a warning, not to eat the donuts. It would be bad to get crumbs on the outfit or have icing on her face while still presenting. Plus apparently, this was something people wore if they were waiters. Tempris wondered about that fact but she did not have time to challenge it. She just sat tight and made her best attempts to pray under the strict eye of the woman.

"5 minute warning!" The woman's voice triggered Tempris to jump up. She slapped her cheeks and then picked up the silver platter of donuts. Then she carefully walked out of her room. In the waiting room she held up the platter with one hand, rehearsing her movements with the assistant. The woman then gave tips on how to walk so that she doesn't break her heal or roll her ankle. There was one minute left and she gave her final piece of advice.
"Remember to smile."

Tempris strutted across to the stage if only to get more used to this style of walking. When the crowd and judges, Tempris put on a cheeky smile. Her assistant said it was to build a character. She even said Tempris should chew bubble gum but the girl drew the line at that. She didn't know how to actually blow a bubble with gum and didn't want to admit it.

She held the platter of donuts and strutted out to the crowd. Once in her position she lowered the plate and took a donut off the top of the pile. Then she moved it to her mouth and pretend she would take a bite only to stop.
"Order's ready master!"


Inside the girl was grueling. To say such a thing was complete blasphemy and she wanted to bath in a tub of fire. However her assistant promised that this was the best way to impress the judges and score maximum points and win. She did not know what that meant but she wanted to win. At least, if she had to suffer this embarrassment.

Finally she was back in her room and she never stripped faster in her life. The final outfit would be the outfit she would wear for the rest of the pageant and luckily for Tempris, it was something a little more comfortable and less embarrassing. However, her hair would have to be tided into a braid. Due to the braid the assistant was already in her room and in Tempris's hair. The girl wanted a break, a brief moment to herself but the woman insisted that there was not much. Tempris groaned and sat down, in hopes that the woman would be satisfied quicker if she got started faster.

It took a bit of time but the woman finished. The woman dotted her braid with white flower hair pieces and a red bow with yellow stitching at the end. The outfit itself was a red paperboy hat with a daisy looking flower attached on the front left part of the hat, a red cloak which cover her shoulders that had beige
ruffles stitched at the bottom of the cloak and and a red and beige ribbon with a white flower in the middle holding the cloak together above Tempris's chest, A beige apron with red flowers lining the bottom, a large brown band under her chest with 2 pairs of 6 yellow buttons running down the middle in parallel, a large red and beige ribbon matching the one on her cloak behind her under the band, a red dress with yellow flowers lining the bottom, beige shorts, and brown boots with a tan toe covering. She also had a basket filled with yellow and white flowers. She was dressed and finally ready to go on stage.
"5 minute warning."

Tempris rushed to the waiting room. This time, she did not need to do anything specially. She just needed to act like a child. The assistant wanted the girl to skip and when she reached her spot, she had to appear as adorable as possible. Tempris nodded. This was almost over and all she had to do was appear cute. Apparently there was one more thing about this last run. She would be asked questions. Tempris giggled, knowing that answering questions could not be that hard.
"Remember to smile."

Tempris rolled her eyes as she planned her skipping motion. When her name was called, she skipped forward like the girl in the books about the wolf. Of course, she was not as helpless to any sinful beast. When she got to her spot, she picked up a flower and pretend to smell it. Then she showed off a big smile and said, "Spring's in bloom!"


It was now time to answer the questions.

For question one, Tempris had never heard of an "Christian Zane." However, something told her that it would be suicide to just say that. So she had to be nice, or at least she should.
"I am sure that Mr. Christian Zane is a person who has potential to do great things and if he were to ever go through a baptism of fire, he would be able to leave behind the chains which hold him back and truly become the person he was destine to be."

For question two, Tempris had to think of what made her different. Obviously she was blessed by Illumin which she doubted anyone else was but it would be sinful to brag about such a thing in a setting like this. She was granted this privilege to help people not gloat.
"What makes me different... I wish to help humanity overcome their pain. I want to bring warmth to the poor souls suffering in this cold world. I will save the world from the sin that clouds the sky and block out the light that gives strength and energy to all life."

For question three, Tempris had to think for a second. She hated attention, especially this level but she did think of something.
"No matter how alone you are, how cold your feel, how weak you feel you are, know that you are not alone. There are warm places, warm people out there that can help you. Only when you realize this can you find the strength to overcome your weakness. I know I have and I thank that special person for being there for me."

For question four, Tempris was not sure she could answer. For her, she never really had a home... at least one she would want to be at. Her story was dark and it was something she did not want to think about. So she needed an answer, something that could answer.
"Home... I been traveling most of my life so I never really settled down. Though if I had to choose... my home where I don't sleep is anywhere with the people who I have precious warm memories with!"

With that the questions were over and Tempris returned to her room to relax till the judging was over.
(Exit)

The kitsune had her hands tied at this point. Ragtime had told her this would be good for Hikari to show that everyone is beautiful. The contracted spirit forced her hand onto the list. LeeAnn Alister Nakamura. She was the daughter of one of the powerful men she knew this date. Leeann had learned Karisa had opened the contest. In all honesty, she was the most beautiful person she had ever seen. Rumors had spread of Karisa's beauty and seeing the guildhall for the first time proved the facts. She had not expected anyone to really be here to listen. "You ready to strut your stuff, kid? Ragtime spoke as he sat next to her. He was only visible to her thankfully. She felt a lump in her throat growing as they neared to her name. Pulling on her amulet lightly, she shook her head. Ragtime grunted as he got up from his spot and sighed.

"Alright, this is my time to shine. Step aside, I will lead you, but you will be given the speech to speak. If there's anything I know how to do show off, you just speak" he explained. A powerful rush of magic seeped into her blood vessel as her eyes grew a slightly darker shade of frost blue. Before they called her name for the beach theme. Ragtime had her put on a simple purple bikini that showed off her feminine figure not many really got to see. She never flaunted her body in such a manner. It was embarrassing for her, but Ragtime ensured her everything would work out. She unfolded her kitsune tails to show the true beauty of a non-human. She was half-human, but she did notice she was the only one that was not a human. This was her advantage if she wanted to win. Though, she did not come here to win.

When they called her name, she took a deep breath and calmed her nerves. Her eyes opened as she walked on stage with a confident sway of her hips. Her kitsune tails were flared outward to show off her own natural features. It was a simple and plain which was fine with her. Purple went with her orange hair and kitsune features.

Swimsuit:

It was more like a catwalk, she modeled the outfit. Ragtime did a good job showing off her 'unusual' features compared to the other contestants. She walked back behind the scenes to change outfits. Of course, she waited for her turn again for the 'bunny-themed' showcase. This time she really didn't enjoy how tight it hugged her body. The one that Ragtime had chosen was more of a magician's assitant's outfit. The small cape trailing past her behind. Her tails really showed off those features. The kitsune adjusted the chest a little since he felt it was a little too revealing. Her hair was a little to untamed while she adjusted it the bunny ears kept slipping down. An animalistic growled came from her as she fixed it. When her name was called, she marched onto the stage as if she owned it. The tail from the outfit flapped a little as she walked. She stared into the crowd to see if she saw anybody she knew. Immediately, she saw a few members such as her daughter and Lector with Liam. She even felt more embarrassed having her daughter see all of this. Lee didn't believe Hikari was old enough to see this. Liam saw her staring and covered her daughter's eyes rather quickly. Once she turned around, she marched right back. A huge sigh of relief came from her before she started to ding her make-up.

Bunny themed:

After she took off the outfit, Ragtime had another set of clothes for her. It was an outfit of Joyan culture, half of her nationality. The woman stared at it and felt a little ping in her head. Ragtime reminded her to not waste time. In no time, she put on the outfit. It was a little too revealing. Someone did her make-up and hair. They put a flower inside of her hair. The kimono was a black and gold color combo with a purple band. They put her in the revealing Kimono with a tight band. The persona helping her really made her feel like it was a corset. Ragtime ushered her this was not how it was suppose to be. Once she got comfortable, she fixed the most revealing parts of her outfit. There was a bit of simple yet fancy jewelry that was accustomed to her culture, though in a more of a fancier fashion.

Flower Themed:

Ragtime controlled her body to walk gracefully and calmly. Her kitsune tails charmed the outfit as well as her fox ears. She made sure everyone took in the beauty of her and her culture. Even if she had known nothing about her culture, she still embodiied it to the best of her ability. Her pace was slow to ensure they all saw her. At the end of the stage she stared at all the judges then gave a small, but calm nod that was accompanied by a small smile.

She turned away and chosen a more suitable outfit of her normal outfit. The fancy outfit was enjoyable, but something she was more comfortable in. Though, it was still a kimono. She still had more of a pronounced chest since the band around her waist was tight. She walked up on stage when her name was called. "Greetings, I want to thank you all for coming out tonight. Please ask me any questions you wish" she smiled, calmly. She stared at the judges for the first question. The question that was asked first was surely an odd one, but she giggled a little to herself.

Regular outfit:

"Well, if Christian Zane is famous. I bet he's powerful foe. I wouldn't mind having an enjoyable with him. Sounds like an enjoyable person to have a conversation with" she spoke to everyone. She tightened her hair that was put up in the high ponytail. Her eyes wander to her daughter. The small demi-human shared the wide-eyed wonder that she remembered she had at her age. LeeAnn thought about her future and how she could impact this world. She had to do all of this for her daughter. The judge had noticed this and wrote this down. She heard her daughter cheer her on from the front row seats. Some of the crowds laughed, but this made her grin a little.

The next question was asked. Ragtime knew what her answer would be. She had known something like this would come up in the questions part of the time interview or the pagent in general. She gave a gentle smile on her lips. "First off, do you see what I am? Not a human. Who else in this whole contest is half kitsune. Though, that's not what makes me stand out as well. First off, My name is LeeAnn Nakamura, leader of the Nakamura Family and Guildmaster of the Infinity Wolves. I know I stand out like a sore thumb because of what I am. If you don't notice that, get some reading glasses" she smiled. She was sarcastic in her tone. There was a lot of truth behind what she had spoken. LeeAnn so far had seen no other non-human races yet kitsunes at all. She was the only kitsune anyone really had known through anything. Most people knew her by these features anyways. So why not use the most common answer that people would for sure remember, but put a personal twist to this. She awaited the next question. Nervously, she wanted to twirl her hair strands, but Ragtime had forced her to not do that. Internally, she felt her stomach doing flip-flops over and over again. The slayer knew her family was watching. Hikari had to be seeing this. If there was anything she wanted her daughter to walk away from this experience, she wanted her to know that beauty is not just skin deep.

The next judge was ready. They made eye contact with her, LeeAnn was even more ready than before. When they asked the question, she another glance at her daughter. What would she say to her daughter right now? LeeAnn knew exactly what she wanted to say. This was something she wanted her daughter to always remember, but not just her. Everyone had to heard what she had to say. The world was her stage and right now, all eyes were on her. The kitsune snapped her finger as some embers flared from her hand. "If I had everyone's attention, what would I say, hm? There's something I have learned while my time as a mage. Non-human races face a lot of issues being heard or seen. Remember, we are just as capable if not even more. Don't let others tell you that you are not capable of. Prove them wrong. A wolf doesnt loose sleep of the opinion of the sheep" she spoke. She stared at everyone with a serious expression that was plastered on her face. Hikari clapped and wanted to climb up onto stage to hug her mom.

Liam tried to grab her, but Hikari ran to her mother. Liam mouthed sorry. The five year-old wrapped her arms around her mother's waist while LeeAnn gave a gentle smile, pushing the girl's golden locks out of her face. She had a sharp toothy smile staring up at LeeAnn. The crowd thought this was adorable with the small blonde girl and her large green eyes. That was one thing Hikari was good at was winning over people's hearts. What had just happened caught the kitsune off guard, but she went with it, seeing Hikari couldn't contain her exctiement. "My mom is the most beautiful and smartest and kindest woman in the world. If anyone else doesn't think so is a meanie" protested Hikari to the crowd and judges. A little bit of laughter roared through the crowed and a lot of 'awe' from everyone. Leeann stared at her daughter with a look of shock and a smile. She had her hand over her mouth trying hard not to cry.

"Come here, sweetheart. You are the sweetest daughter I could ever ask for" she smiled. Lee picked up her daughter, holding her against her side. She had to lean to the left a little bit to make sure she didn't lose her balance. Her attention turned towards the judges for the last question. Hikari grinned, hugging her mom. LeeAnn felt extremely lucky and felt his unexplainable love towards this little creature she called her child, even if they weren't related. The final judge asked the easiest question that Lee knew right off the bat. What place did she call home without sleeping in. That was easy. Her family. Hikari, Hikaru, her parents, her friends, her guild. They were all home to her. She laughed a little and gently placed a finger on Hikari's nose. 'Why my home is with those I love such as my daughter, my guild members, my family. It's not the place but the people that I surround myself with. No matter what happens they will always be there for me" she answered. Hikari giggled and gave her mom another big hug. She laughed. The crowd seemed winned over by Hikari's actions. There was something stirred in her head that made her smile. The first time ever she felt true joy and happiness with taking care of another human being. She stared at the crowd before her.

"Thank you all for your time. My daughter and I hope you all enjoy the gala" she smiled. They both waved as she walked with her daughter in her hands to backstage. Hikari was running around and clinging to her mother the whole time. She talked up about how lucky her mom is to have her. Lee could only assure her that she was right all along. Which she was, for sure.

[exit]

Hey! Wake up, it's your turn, hun.

She heard from the air and blinked to realize the man was now missing. His flashlight was rolling on the floor as if it was dropped. She closed her eyes tightly and told herself to wake up. Within moments she heard heavy breathing against her ears...

I will find you

Suddenly, a light flashed and saw her dresser next to her. "Your turn to go out and answer some questions,~" the woman chuckled teasingly as she helped Psykhe stand up. She thanked the woman and started to go out towards the curtain, but before she went out she gazed at that mysterious door. Her heart felt nervous as if she was getting a bad vibe. Her attention went back to the curtain as she heard her name being called out by the judges. She went out, bowed her head, and was ready to answer the last two things. The question was being asked what sounded like from a female. The woman went ahead with the question so she could answer.

"30 Seconds? The Monarchy and Illumin abuse their power and they suck. I also wish to tell my family that I love them! They're amazing!~ Yep." she spoke quite bluntly as she had no fear of hiding how she felt. Life could be beautiful, but those that are in control are making it difficult. She has been a Princess, a slave, a Priestess, and now just some normal girl who had living parents.

She listened to the second question, a home that she could not sleep in, "Obviously my imagination. My home is myself and where I decide to make it. Truthfully, my mind lets me daydream a better place than anything could provide and I can't sleep in my mind itself physically.", she answered and started to leave.

She came out again after everyone else was done so they could line up. Her eyes cornered each side to study everyone else. She didn't care if she won or not, but everyone came out with their own favorite outfits. She came out with her bunny one as it was cool/cute to her.

She flipped her hair as she stood up, hand on her hip. The shadows revealed at least one of the judges - herself. She wasn't shy to let them know it was her as long as three other mysterious judges that were judging them this day of the subject of beauty. She knew she herself was beautiful, but it was time to give another the title as well. She had six people to judge, more than the Handsome one. 'Any catch your eyes, Eris?~', she purred in her thoughts as her eyes cornered at the shadow. She responded with a point of her finger towards a specific young woman and then questioned the other judges in which they did not argue.

It was true that their answers were questionable, but this was in fact all about the beauty of their fashion and how they use their beautiful feats. with the designs of clothing. She grabbed onto the reward as the music started to play. She walked towards the stairs to get onto the stage, "The judges have all voted, it was difficult to pick as you are all beautiful, but we could only choose one.", she continued while walking and finally was in front of them. Her eyes of the abyss looked at them all and finally walked up to Charlotte with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a basket of jewels with random goodies, "Charlotte has won the beauty contest,~", Karisa said loudly with a bright smile. This was hard since everyone was indeed all beautiful and pretty, but...

Only one could be picked.

-exit-