autocratic | Christmas Time; Forward Dated to the 25th

[ The feed snaps on with yours truly standing proudly in her custom-made Santa Claus outfit. Smiling widely, she gives a hearty wave. ]

Merry Chritmas to all! Io Saturnalia! It is a glorious time for my generosity to be shared among all you plebes! I have researched the reasons behind all this invigorating festivities and have learned that an entity called "Santa Claus" goes around the world to distribute presents. As an emperor, I commend this jolly old man for sneaking into the homes of others to give his gifts, but on the other hand, I cannot be outdone by him! Minerva herself would be pleased with my thorough observation.

[ She spreads her arms out in a grand gesture. ]

And so I have given choice people gifts of my own! I believe I deserve a word of thanks, of course, but I am more than happy to simply give out of the grand generosity of my own heart. Receive them all graciously. Add to that, I even had my retainer make a couple of pastries to sweeten the occasion.

[ Then she places a finger to her lips, thinks on her next choice of words, then shrugs. ]

What a wonder that such time has passed... Enough that, considering I was so focused upon my research, my own birthday has flown by! Were we in Rome, there would be parades and dances and parties praising my name, but I shall content myself with the masses of both Johto and Kanto. I have event set up a feast for both special events within the Breeding Center of Goldenrod that I extend an invitation to anyone who would be willing to join. I believe many would want to enjoy a good meal after that sorry attempt of sabotage with those cookies from days ago.

[ She sniffs imperiously, and gestures for the camera to show a large, well made and delicious cake... with thirty-one candles on it. Ahem. Then beams again, before waving. ]

May you all fare well this Christmas!

[ OOC: Saber's Christmas Gift list is here! ]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Indeed I have, magus! Merry Christmas and Io Saturnalia! I would happily accept a sculpture made from your own hands-- and a proper one this time! You have received my bill of payment, yes?

Indeed I have. I'll admit, I wasn't expecting pay for it, but that doesn't really matter, does it? I can guarantee you'll be completely satisfied with the finished product

How long shall it take for you to finish? Knowing your expertise with sketching, I can only hope that extends to your work over sculpture!

Well, I'm certain it will take some time, given that even with my skill I'd rather take things slow-but I'm not an amateur by any means. I should also mention that while I can work with practically anything, my preferred medium is bronze-is that an issue?

Not at all! I actually preferred many of the original bronze statues that our people managed to find from the Greeks. You'd be doing me a greater honor by presenting myself with that medium!

[ oh my gods, Kayneth, you're her new favorite. ]

Is that so? I knew those were fairly common in your day, but unfortunately many of them didn't survive to my time. Of course, it doesn't really matter-I'm glad to know that I couldn't have made a better offer.

[successfully became the new favorite of a Roman emperor

check that off the list of life goals he never knew he had

aw yeah]

Mmm! How long shall it take you? I will keep the date that you present me with such a magnificent gift within my mind!

[ Now to work his way down to the list and finally get have fiancee love me accomplished, and he's pretty much set. ]

About two weeks, I would imagine-though it also depends on your schedule to a certain extent, as I would prefer that you model for it.

[stop reminding him]

I could certainly make time to do that! I will have to double-check my itinerary, though, as it is a time for festivities. Still, you have my deepest gratitude for willingly presenting such a gift to me.

Well, whenever is convenient for you is fine with me. It's not as though this is an offer that will expire, after all.

Then I will send word to update you on when I can be available, magus. Until then!

Christmas Time; Forward Dated to the 25th

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