TALENT SHOW.

[halfbloodhillmods]

Who: Everyone!
What: The first Camp Half-Blood talent show.
Where: The Arena
When: February 21



After some delays, the camp wide talent show is finally set to go. Or, as Annabeth would call it, CHB Factor, complete with three guests judges to give critique a la the standard reality competition. In the arena is a big stage with the judges’ table off to the side, with seats for Juniper, Mr. D, and Tai. And technically only one of them is actually equipped to do any real judging, but the other two are around to keep the mood light. The performers have a backstage area to prepare themselves for an afternoon of entertainment, leave their instruments or other various props they might need during the show.

The Emcee of the evening is Gabriel Novak. (Much to Annabeth’s chagrin, though she did agree that he would be a more entertaining choice than, well, herself.) She also would like to thank Jason for the idea and Merlin for his rounding up efforts, particularly for a few “secret” performances on the way. This seems to be a good cross-pantheon effort and the excitement in the air is tangible. One can’t help but be proud of their community for coming together for both the good and the bad.

There will be a nice after party after the show, which includes the standard dinner set up buffet style in the middle of camp as well as a large chocolate fountain surrounded by fruits, cakes, and other things to dip into the melted sweet stuff.

Enjoy today, everyone. You deserve a break.

Comments

[lastplaceigo]

[What are you talking about, weaving would be super fun to watch.

Margot makes her way out from backstage and finds the first empty seat in the audience. Being backstage is pretty cool, but it doesn't give you a good view of what's going on and Margot wants to see the rest of the acts.]

Hey Luperwhatever guy, you gonna eat all of those? [She points to the apples. Sword dancing is very tiresome and she doesn't want to wait for the after party, okay.]

[somatophylax]

[Maybe if this talent show thing ever comes up again, someone could convince him it's not boring. He's an Athena kid. They can all do that. It's nothing special.

He tosses an apple to her] It's Hephaistion. And no, I was planning on sharing if anyone wanted one. They're honeycrisp, if that sort of thing matters to you.

Nice job up there. Very impressive sword control.

[lastplaceigo]

[But can he underwater basket weave, that's the real question.]

Margot. [She catches the apple and settles down, trying not to look too pleased with herself.]

Thanks! It kinda comes with being an Ares kid, but I have worked my ass for three years, so... [Heritage can't count for everything.]

[somatophylax]

[He's wouldn't be fond of the "underwater" part, but yeah. He probably could do it.]

I've seen Ares kids with far less grace than you. Three years hard work to get to that point is something of an accomplishment.

[he lifts an eyebrow in a question] Spar sometime?

[lastplaceigo]

[Hello, those are the magic words. Margot's eyes light up like Christmas has come again.] Name the time and place, and I'll be there.

[somatophylax]

[he laughs] Give me a week or so to prepare mentally for getting beaten so thoroughly, and I'll let you know. But I'm practicing in the arena rather frequently. If you see me, feel free to challenge me. I'll accept.

[lastplaceigo]

Aw, I'll go easy on you! [No she won't. That's a dirty, filthy lie.] But yeah, cool. I'm usually down there like, half the time anyway. Beats staying cooped up in the cabin.

[somatophylax]

Don't you dare go easy. What's the point otherwise? [grin]

Instead of planning, let's make it a spontaneous challenge. [he's had too much plotting and planning in his life recently] Whoever sees the other first. That'll keep us on our toes.

[lastplaceigo]

[Hephaistion, you may just be Margot's new favouite person. She looks positively giddy. How cool is this?] Alright, you're on. Wherever, whenever, no exceptions.

[somatophylax]

[Athena kids are good for more than just reading books and over-thinking things. While it's entirely possible he may lose, he'll give you a hard time of it, daughter of Ares.]

Looking forward to it, Margot.