Adventures In ToonWorld

[Nick22]

Arlene snuggled up with Dixie as Atrua pulled out her phone and disliked food service”  hi Tiki, it’s Atrua again , The girls want 7 large flag meals, with all the sauces. Well, all that is available, I know you’ve been low on Onca sauce, on a green chile and Onca fire blast lately.  Also are you available on Saturday for a study session. I’m studying Panther kingdom history from 1000 to 1800 and I’m stuck on the 1500s and I would appreciate some help with that. Yeah there was the stuff tail period where psntheresses had to keep their tails stiff until adulthood.  It sounds like a nightmare to have lived through 0k ok so you have work until when that afternoon? 4? That’s fine I can work with that. Say 530! For the session to start?     A great!  Bring some snacks too, the usual. Anyway when should the food be ready? 30 minutes? Ok I will have Dixie pay you, she tips very well, that girl is loaded. You should see her house Tiki. I’m totally squatting there.” Atrua laughed loudly. See you in 30 girl, thanks.” Atrua hung up and rejoined Dixie and Arlene.” I told her you’re paying. er a little short on money at the moment. I also a tail cover that I can’t seem to get off. I  think I got it in too small a size. Could you please take a look? It’s the purple one, covering the middle of the tail.” Atrua said.  Ok , turn around and let me get a look. “ Atrua turned away from Dixie and arched her back raising her tail out of the water a medium sized purple cover covered the mid sector of Atruas tail. It’s definitely on there tight, I’m not seeing any space  between tail and cover.” Dixie paused. There’s supposed to be.some, to allow the cover to move up and down without falling off.” Mukua said as she came over” That is at least a size too small i if not 2 or 3 sizes Atrua. Junior pantheress, from the color and size.” Yeah, I’m sentimental about it.” Atrua admitted as Dixie reached forward and touched the cover. “ Teah it’s not moving. Let’s see if I can unhinge it with my claws. There’s a button on the top end here, it’s jammed in . Hold on. Dixie  went over to her outfit hanging on the wall and returned with a tweezer like you use for eyebrows. Let’s see if I can get that button back in position. She said gently putting the tweezer edge into the button hole slowly, Dixie got the button to rise and pressed it . The cover slowly parted in the middle and as Dixie pushed it apart she was sprayed in the face with blood from a cut in the tail. As she finally got the cover off, she could seee the cover had cut into the tail and left a bald spot as well as the fur was coked off by the too small cover. Dixie dipped the tail in the water which soon tinted red as the affected area was washed clean . Atrua winced as the water stung. “ Sorry about this Atrua but you have a cut on your tail from the covering.” Dixie said.” I did get it off though.” Thanks Atrua said , turning and looking at her tail. “ I’ll get a bainaid wrap for it. Should be back to normal in a few days without the cover on it.” Might be longer than that, the thing rubbed your tail raw.” Dixie said

[Nick22]

Dixie went to the first aid kit and pulled out a Onca brand tail bandage. Atrua climbed out of the water and held out her tail for Dixie to banadage, wincing at the first few layers and Dixie made sure the area was completely covered. Dixie wrapped the tail until it was level with the top of her fur and finishing wrapping. “Not sure how long that will take to heal, Atrua, but I will guess the cut will close in a day or so. The fur filling in will take longer” Dixie said as she finished .” I have fur regrow ointment.” Atrua said moving her tail around.” I’m in the mood for a game.  Buff Holdem. Now normally we have our clothes on for this, but in this case, we’ll have the wagers be.. er ious.” Atrua said.” Why not going to the movies or going out dancing or you driving me around in your car.” Those are good ideas. You’re almost as rich as Prince Onca himself do I want a shopping spree- A big one.” Well how much and what did you have in mind to shop for? Dixie asked.

Atrua paused.” Well,the pantheresses in Nepal are wearing a dress that look like their flag- which is two triangles on top of each other they include tw oo triangles pointed up for the bra and to the side for the normal dres. So they use a lot less than normal dresses .” Atrua said.  Alright, if you win, we can go looking for that. Where do you want to play?” Dixie asked.” My room or yours?” Hmm we’ll flip for it.” Atrua went over to her attire and pulled a large “Onca 20 coin. And showed both sides of it to Dixie” His face is the head the back is an outline of the kingdom on a map. Call it in the air.” Atrua flipped” tails.” Dixie called out and the coin landed on the ground. Inca’s smiling visage clearly visible.

My room it is” Atrua said” you have your meeting with the prince in an hour so we’ll split it into a series of game. Tiki should be here with my order is about a half hour so we’ll break for a few minutes to sample the food. We’ll wager on each hand and once someone wins 10 hands they get something.” Atrua said as they reached Atrua room and Atrua shut the door.

Atrua pulled out a deck of cards and began to shuffle them . So, Dixie what will we do if you get to 10..” How about we kiss on the lips and touch each other’s breasts in a make out?” Dixie smirked. Something simpler than shopping, to start.”  Atrua looked at her and blushed.” Alright. Deal if I get to 10, you have to er  dance to the tune Grind that rump.” It’s a hit on the pantheress charts right now.”  Play the music so I know what I would be dancing to. A preview if you will.”Dixie asked. Atrua nodded and  pulled out a music player and turned it on. A lively energetic beat began to play and starting lyrics of the songs came on “ Come on ladies! It’s party time! The night is young and so are we!  Let’s grind that rump! Against a boy! Against a girl! Against a tree ! Against the chair! It’s don’t matter, let it hang Gringd,grind grind.” Atrua turned it off with a laugh” just so you know that song is about 10 minutes long.” She laughed.” . I can see why you like it.” Dixie said.” Now let’s pay . Hold ‘em right?” Yes, each one gets two cards and there’s 5 shared cards. Atrua handed Dixie two face down cards and gave herself two. Ok first 3” Atrua said turning over a 7 of diamonds a 9 of hearts and Jack of clubs.” Usually we wager chips on this.” Dixie said.” Scooby sometimes watches the World Series of Poker on TV.” We do it differently here. We simply add on to the bet . So for instance. While dancing. I get tto yank on your tail.” Hmm  ok you have to get me ice cream on the car drive.”  Dixie countered.” Atrua placed down the fourth card known as the turn which was the Queen of hearts.” Ok, I take pictures of you dancing to the music.” Atrua said.”  Ok.. you have to drive to the most scenic drive able spot in town.” Dixie said last card.” Atrua said flipping over the ‘ river card” the King of Dismonds.”  Ok final wager. Ok., I post that picture of you dancing on the Oncanet.” Atrua said.” You have to pose against your car for a drawing.” Dixie said.”  Ok we flip over 1 card.” Atrua said turning over her first card, the king of Spades. Dixie had a Queen of Diamonds.   Now we decide what we do right away, if you win the hand, the first part is about  the larger bet.” Ok you have to pose for me holding a basket of fruit.” Atrua offered.” We kiss on the lips .” Dixie said. Atrua smirked as she turned  over her second card  the 9 of clubs.” 2 pair.” Atrua said, putting the cards next to their ranked brethren.”

Let’s see what you have.” Dixie peeked at her card and a smile slowly spread across her face and she turned  the card over.” Queen of Clubs. Three of a kind.” She said as Atrua blinked.” Lucky! What are the odds  of that happening? The odds of getting 3 of a kind is a bit less than 5 percent.” Dixie said” 1 in 20 chance. Two pair is much more common  about 23.5 percent chance. Roughly 1 in 4. Since three of a kind is much rarer, it takers precedence in ranking. .” Dixie said.” Atrua pulled out a green slate called a score slate and wrote down her name and Dixie’s, then made a tally under Dixie’s name. Round 1 to you.”  Now pay up Atrua.. and pucker up.” Dixie laughed.”  Alright.. but I’m going to get you in the next hand.” Autra said  with a smirk” No picking out the best cards.” Dixie teased. I don’t cheat.. well too much. There was one time I ended up with 6 cards.” Yeah you can’t have 6 cards in a 5 card game. No one noticed? Until we had to show our hands. Ended up with 3 pair, 5s 7s and Queens. What happened as they had me choose a card to discard. Picked one of the 5s. Didn’t win the hand anyway. Mukua got 3 10s and two 4s. There’s a term for that but I don’t remember what.” It’s a full house.” Dixie said. It’s a pretty high ranking hand. It’s possible to have multiple full houses, in that case the higher full house wins. So if I have 3 10s and you have 3 jacks, you win.”


You are a lot like Mukua, you know. You’re both walking fact books.” Atrua said. No doubt she told you about her dominance in the school trivia contests. Sports, history, geography, you name it, she cleaned everyone’s clocks in it. “ Yeah she’s really good. I managed to tie her though.” Wait.. how.” Because I knew who Woody Woodpeckers girlfriend is and she didn’t. I may have had a bit of an advantage because I’ve eaten at her restaurant before. Winnie is a really nice girl. Woody is lucky to have her and to have someone to put up with his antics.” Dixie said and Atrua shook her head.” Remind me not to play you in trivia either. Anyway enough gabbing . Time for some lip locks.”

Atrua leaned forward and kissed Dixie on the lips. Within seconds the extremely dark and soft lips parted and Atrua put her tongue into Dixie’s mouth. For the next few minutes , the girl massaged their tongues together and cexpkored each other, gently running their claws down each others backs down to their butts and tails then up their fronts stopping at  the breasts.  After about ten minutes the girls finished and pulled away panting heavily after the  make out.  “ That was a hell of a make out. Top scores.” Atrua said.”  Thanks Atrua. I think it’s time for Hand 2. Deal us the cards and let’s get back to playing.” Dixie said as Atrua dealt the cards.

[Serris]

There was another knock on Stripetail's door. It was then that the process server noticed an intercom on the wall. They pressed it and spoke, "Hello, I have a summons for Lord Stripetail."

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The second attempt at using the instant door was somewhat more fruitful. Inside was Blammo. The clown's plastic smile remained unchanging as the Weasels entered and escorted him out of the cell. A whirlwind of clothes was seen as Blammo was quickly changed into the outfit of a Gotham PD corrections officer and a plastic dummy of Blammo placed on the cell's bed.

[Nick22]

Come in .” Stripetail said as he read the notice the first person had given him.” I am to testify tomorrow at noon?” Stripetail continued reading.” Hmm, his defense will certainly try to cross examine and most likely come up with excuses as to why most of the stolen items were in his house. Such as being planted.” Stripetail mused as the door opened and a second person came in.” Have a seat sir.” Stripetail motioned to a chair.

[Nick22]

Mukua entered the room   And waved a note.” Sorry to interrupt your card game girls, but Dixie, we have to go. Our meeting with the prince was moved up.” I thought it was in an hour.” Dixie said as Mukua handed her her clothes.”  Yeah but a couple meetings ahead of us cancelled.” The princes of Tibet and Nepal were delayed or so Cey told me.” Dixie quickly got dressed and  turned to Atrua” we’ll resume when I get back.” Alright, I’ll watch my dancing show in the meantime.” I’m going to collect Oliver” Arlene said.” Kitty is going out with Tiger for a big lunch at the Panthera Grill. They are supposed to have really good food there. We should head there sometime.” We’ll see if we have some down time.” Dixie said as Tigeress came up to her holiding Flash who we awake.” Oh my goodness she is do precious.” Dixie cooed at the young pup who looked at her with interest.” Say hello to your aunt, Flash.” Tigeress beamed” Aunt?” Dixie started and Mukua pulled on her arm” Cone on, Orince Onca doesn’t like tardy girls.”
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Tiger was eating a huge prime rib, the kind that normally wins you free tshirts or a meal if you eat it all.” How is everything going dear.” He asked Kitty.” I’m lost nearly 20 pounds from running around in this heat. It’s been a nightmare.” He chuckled,” You look even better than ever, even more curvy than usual.” He purrred

[Nick22]

Mukua guided Dixie to one of the prizemobiles and started the engine.” How long is our meeting going to be?” Dixie asked as they turned onto East Prize avenue.” 20 to  30 minutes  I think. The prince’s secretary  handles most of the meetings. One of them, at least. I think he has 4 secretaries- each has different responsibilities. The one I spoke to is called Trilla. She’s a few years older than me so she is among the younger of the secretaries . She’s nice. I went out with her a brother a few times. Guy plays Vine toss. Which is a game were you swing on vines and pass a large ball around and try and throw it into a goal. So think like polo.” Or lacrosse.” Dixie said.” Lacrosse has sticks. No sticks involved. Any way, guys name is Poco. Still see him every so often.” Mukua said as she turned on the radio.” This was before Janus, right?” Dixie figured.” Around the same time Janus and I started getting serious. Remember, we panther girls often have more than one guy, although Atrua takes it a bit far.” She likes to parry and have fun.” Dixie said nothing wrong with that.” Dixie shrugged. Don’t get me wrong, Atrua never fails to flaunt, in a good way. In fact she actually introduced me to Janus. He was coming back from basketball practice at the time. He was sweaty and his fur was glistening with sweat.  He was skinnier than he is now but by the panthers gods he was easy on the eyes.” Dixie laughed. I’m surprised you two haven’t er had some news to tell your folks.” Oh no, my dad would kill him if he got me pregnant before I was able to support a child.” Literally, not figuratively. . You’ve met my dad. He’s a nice guy most of the time, but you  tick him off and he flips a switch.” Like Jekyll and Hyde?” Dixie asked.” Who? Mukua blinked.” Dr Jekyll is a well respected  medical doctor. Mr Hyde is.. well his dark side an alter ego if you will. A BAD alter ego. Hyde is a monster.” Oh.. no no no my dad doesn’t go THAT far. Sure he gets really angry and gives you a .. how to describe it? It’s a look that makes me and Atrua feel really small.” The kind that bores deep into your soul?” Yeah, that’s it exactly . . The last time we got a taste of it was when Atrua accidentally broke a nice lamp of my moms. Dad was ticked because of how much it would cost to replace it, several thousand rupees, something like . 30009  rupees. It took her awhile to pay my dad back.as you might imagine.” Mukua said as they stopped at a light” We have that painting  with Dulcy Dixie sand Samia tomorrow. Long hours of posing.”.” Dixie said. I will write that down.” Mukua said. “ just remind me.”

[tempestwheel]

"Well, that's one of the benefits of eating a lot," Kitty smiled, "Plus you should be packing on the pounds more, Tiger. I always loved your big bod," she purred.

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"Ready to meet by boss?" Belladonna grinned to her cousin.

Annabelle sighed. "No, but I realize I have no choice in the matter," the heaven hound admitted.

[Nick22]

The devil grinned as Belladonna and Annabelle approached.”” Been a long time, Annabelle. Let me think.. ah yes our last meeting was over the splitting up of Black Death souls. June of 1346. The mortals were dying so fast we had to  speed up the vetting process on my side and yours. After all, mortals usually have decades of life to earn their place, either with you or with me. But not in those years.” The devil chuckled.” How’s Charlie, by the by?” Barkin is fine Lucifer.” Annabelle said.” Now now my heavenly friend, none of that haughty I shouldn’t be here attitude. I get that all the time from new souls. Never works out well for them. You’re my guest for the time being. Come see the new additions, we’re busy creating 10th 11th and 12yh circles of he’ll. The 9 were getting overcrowded..” The devil said.” Also, do you still like peach slushies? You did the last time we crossed paths.” I’m in a mint phase at the moment.” Annabelle said.” Mint slushie it is then. I will have a pitcher sent to your lodgings. It’s room 333 overlooking the Lake of Enterally Hot Mud. Great view and aroma.” The Devil laughed.

[Serris]

The two process servers took a seat in the very expensive armchairs in Stripetail's study. Indeed, they were of such high quality that one would expect to see them not in a high ranking Neo-Gotham executive's office, but in a museum.

"Thank you, Lord Stripetail," the first process server said.

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Blammo was carefully escorted out of the prison and into a waiting car.

The car then headed out the outskirts of Neo Gotham where they could meet up with Gabriel.

[Nick22]

Start whenever you feel comfortable gentlemen.” Stripetail said .” You brought 156 items to the museum, is that correct?” That is correct. I  shared them with the museum on a temporary basis as a means of helping the museum attract customers, as well as show off some of the items I’ve acquired over the years.” So, why do you believe Mr Powers stole them?” Because they were found on his property and in his possession. . Now, a single item, or even a handful of items could be explained away as a mistake or a misunderstanding but not 117 items. There are still 39 items that have not been  recovered. Including a medallion of levitation from Dorgun 7, which allows the wearer to levitate in air and move up and down at will. There’s the crystal staff of Mindor , which has an ability to freeze any foe into solid crystal and then there are the the Candles of burtisaar which  change colors based on the mood in the room. For instance , a black flame means anger. And there are many others, but I think O have made my point.” Stripetail said calmly tas the Iman took notes

[Serris]

"Excellent, Lord Stripetail," the first process server said. "The police are currently searching records of auction houses to see if any one else had received your artifacts, either intentionally or accidentally. They'll keep you posted on any recent updates. Now then, my partner and I bid you farewell."

He got up and then exited the room.

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As Blammo was incarcerated (at least to everyone's knowledge), Pfish, Chip, and the DZ were busy sweeping the Village for any explosives.

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Blammo had entered Gabriel's RV/base. Currently, it was located at the outskirts of Neo Gotham, in an abandoned factory. Thanks to the work of her Weasels as well as the RV's active camo system, it looked just like one of the factory's old box trucks that the company had left behind.

"So where's Inque?" one of the Weasels asked.

Gabriel was taking stock of the supplies and equipment located inside a closet that should not have fit inside the RV. "She's...acquiring supplies for us. A demonstration of the lethal powers of Dip and a bit of extra creds convinced her to continue working for us after the debacle that was her attempt at killing Stripetail and Batman." She sighed. "Thankfully, we had a lucky coincidence where his artifacts were stolen. That'll keep him busy."

Blammo's smile never left his face, even when one of the Weasels tossed him his old clown outfit. The clown began spinning and soon, his clothing had been changed. Wordlessly, he looked at Gabriel.

"Yes, Blammo," she said. "You can continue your demolitions."

[Nick22]

Thank you gentlemen. If you need any more information. I will of course provide it.” Stripetail said.
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 Dixie’s ring glowed and Tigeress voice came out of it.” Hi Dixie. Sorry to bother you but I’m a little short on gold at the moment and I was wondering if I could borrow some? Also the food delivery girl is going to be here in a few minutes and you were going to pay for the food?” Ah, crud.. ok. Activate your armor pull up the control panel and go to the banking option. It’s a 5 digit number with a starting letter based on gender. So Scoobys is M1, mine is F1, yours is F3, so so on.” I’ve got the the thing up. . Type in your name and then mine,  then put in the number 9103. It will count as a transfer from me to you. Ok.. then the password is F11984.” Dixie said.” I’m in.” Tigeress said.” You think 100000 will be enough?” Try 500 grand.” Dixie said.” Just pay for the food and go get you some things in town you and Flash. If Atrua  or Arlene or Oliver want anything, Joey it for them.  And don’t worry about repaying me, I should get the money back from the next few events I’m in. “ “ No, no Dixie! I  absolutely will repay you. What kind of girlfriend would I be if I didn’t repay my girlfriend for loaning me?” Tigeress. said.” We both know that we are more than just girlfriends Tigeress.” Dixie said. with a laugh.” Oh, I know.” Tigeress giggled.” Anyway I have the money, and have closed the banking thing and I have the gold. Once you are done with the prince, would you like going out for dinner? If you don’t have anything planned for course.” Tigeress asked.” Sure we can have dinner. Just us and Flash or should we bring friends?” Dixie asked.” Oh, we can definitely have friends along! Arlene will probably want to bring Oliver..” count me in.” Mukua chimed in as she kept driving.” Atrua will probably want to come along too. So that’s what? 7?” We can bring Chie for an even8.” Dixie said. “ The best place for a big group is Panthera Magicsl Meats.  The portions are huge and fattening. The last time my folks took me there was about 8 or 9 months ago. We were celebrating Janus winning a basketball tournament. By the panther ghosts, the food was so good! And filling, I picked up like 15 pounds from the meal.” Mukua grinned.” Sounds like a place Tiger would like.” Tigeress said.” I’ll be sure to bring him here the next time we can some free time. But you know Stripetail. Dixie. He usually has work for us of one kind or another.” At least he pays very well.” Dixie said “ If he didn’t pay us, or paid us minimum, that would be one thing. We probably wouldn’t be working for him or doing so under protest.” “ Wizards don’t strike me as folks who put up with complaints.” Mukua said.”  No, they don’t, and Stripetail  will put his foot down when he has had enough of  complaining or whining. Not that I would do that, I know him too well.” Dixie said. Anyway Tigeress after the next event I am taking you and Scooby to this place in Bihar, I think it’s called? It’s right by that small strip  that connects India to that chunk that runs around Bangladesh and looks kinda like a claw or hand.” Dixie said.” Bring Flash along so Scooby can get to know her. He’ll be putty in her claws.” Oh yes! I’m definitely going to send Tiger pictures from the trip. Oh, and we are bunking together tonight. Your mom is the closest to the amusement park and I like looking at the rides.” Tigeress said.” You will have to share we me too.” Mukua smirked. Bed spots are first come first served. Or we can play games for it.” As long as it’s not trivia.” Tigeress smirked.” You two are too good at it. It would need to be like guess the picture or something.” Sure we can do that.” Mukua said.” Girl that does best gets first choice and can get something from the other two- like funny pictures , or playing out commercials or something. Just no rabbit ears.” she said as Tigeress laughed.” Hare always does that to Tiger when we take pictures. Drives him nuts.” Hare is a character that’s for sure. He was nice to me last time I met him. Didn’t hurt that I got him his hat he wanted. “ Dixie said.” Oh yes, he doesn’t go anywhere without that hat.” Tigeress said.” Anyway, the foods here and I should pay   The lass. Tuts, I think her name is.” Remember to give her a very nice tip.” Dixie said “ of course. I’ll let you girls go. Love you Dixie. I’ll catch you later Mukua.” See you soon Tigeress just save some for us. Dixie out.” Dixie said and the ring returned to normal as Tigeress ended the call. Mukua entered the gates to Oncas palace and began the very long drive up to the huge place.” Wonder what the prince will want from us.” Dixie asked.” Probably just  take stock of us.” Mukua said

[tempestwheel]

"I would've thought the only foods and drinks here would've been scorching hot," Annabelle admitted to Belladonna.

"Oh, we got anything you can think, even ice cold drinks," Belladonna assured. "Of course, we the staff of Hell get all the good stuff." She added that last piece of information with a smug laugh to accompany it.

[Nick22]

Arlene and Chie resumed their golf game whiile Tigeress watched. For both girls, 'played'would not be an accurate description, ' stunk horribly at' would be more apt. Arlene sighed as her latest shot rolled into the water.. again. ' You're not using enough club ' Tigeress said as Arlene hit her next shot. Chie was hitting her ball from sand trap to sand trap, both girls were well on pace to topping 300 shots.' How about I play winner?' Tigeress offered ' You'd win by like 600 shots ' Chie giggled' i'll need someone to come with me to pick up Oliver from the amusement park' Arlene said' i'll come ' Tigeress said as Atrua came carrying loads od food , followed by another pantheress counting up gold coins from a large bag ' Dixie said to keep the change ' Atrua grinned.
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 Dixie and Mukua were admitted into the palace , which was covered by enormous gold statues, several of which had several prizes posing against them whikle wearing sultry clothing. each was wearing millions od dollars worth of jewelry. all this luxury ' Mukua breathed at the tapesties, portraits and aura of wealth and power.' This place makes mine look like a tiny starter home ' Dixie said as she lookd at huge portraits of some of the prince's ancestors, the males projecgting power and majesty, the queens and princesses protecting grace, wealth and staggering beauty. ' wait here ladies ' a servant said to the two  pointing a placard that read ' Prize waiting line' there were two other prizes already in linee, both were holding pictures of the prince, likely to have him autograph them.
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 Sawyer was posing in several ' banana outfits as Berry recorded it on camera and directed her to rub against Louie ' there were several wolf whustles from the staff on set , the loudest.. coming from Danny lol. " Looking good Sawyer he said as he limped forwad , his foot in a cast  he was handed a script ' ok in this scebe I get used as a rug but a mama rhino?!?' We toned it down after you cut your foot on the last taje ' the producer said ' But She uses my face to wipe her butt!' Danny said in exasperation ' she requested it ' came the reply

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 Annabellr was shownto lodguing that had a beautiful view.. of the Endless Pit of Burning Souls there was a sweets basket and a note from Satan himself ' Been looking forward to this visit for 18000 years, by human reckoning. enjoy the snacks and the cscenery Big D" the bed was comfortable, similar to the cloud-beds in heaven

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 Tiger was exploring the Panthera stores with Miss Kitty, looking for anything that might work in his role of sheriff back hoome, or jewelry that Kitty could flaunt " When was the last time I got you new earrings?' the big cat asked his beau.

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 the Kos were meeting for lunch to discuss some of Kovu's latest ideas .' Theres the Scar museum, 5 dark maned statues and play areas and 5 .. total for me , dad Kion Kiara and Vitani' Kopa read off the list " You also want to make the museu to Scar.. 5 or 10 times bigger than the one dedicated to all the kings in our history, you and me included? Then you want Nuka.. making baloon lions for the kids? The last time he tried that.. he nearly lost an eye when he accidently popped a baloon in his face." Kopa said as he stamped ' ok' on most of the proposals and ' maybes on the rest. " kion has been bugging me to give him and the Guard a bigger role.. theres also the pride dance video we were discussug."

[Serris]

Melanie had managed to keep her secret life as 10 away from Max and Dana. Currently, she was introducing them to her family at the Gotham Yacht Club at the outskirts of the city. The grounds were lush with grass, flowers, and carefully sculpted bushes. Well-dressed guests were enjoying canapes and wine as a string quartet played. Out in the harbor, other, smaller parties were being held aboard the boats.

"Max, Dana" Melanie said. "These are my parents."

King was dressed in an expensive tailored suit that showed off his imposing physique. A tie clip capped with a blue diamond gleamed in the sun. "It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Gibson, Miss Tan," he said, offering his hand for a greeting.

Queen approached, wearing a cocktail dress that likely cost as much as a car. In her hand was a crystal glass of red wine. "I do hope you two are enjoying the atmosphere."

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Inque had made her way inside the village in the form of one of the GCPD officer assigned to patrol the village. She saw no sign of Stripetail, just various athletes exercising or practicing.

Regardless, she figured exploring the village would help get her some valuable information.

[Nick22]

thank you , for inviting us ' Max said as she shook hands with both King and Queen.' Dana did likewise'  ' This is such a schway get together. I would have brought my boyfriend Terry, but he's working late for Mr Wayne .. again.' Don't judge that too harshly, my dear ' Jack said as he strolled up in a fine tux.' the rich always require long hours from their staff. comes with the teritory, I'm afraid. I could tell you stories, but then i would have throw you lovely ladies overboard ." he laughed ' Now, now, no such jests dear. we have company after all.' Queen scolded him.  Now I believe you girls had some kind of wager going?'  she smiled her blood red lips parting to show pearly white teeth " Yes, mam' Max said ' Please, no ' mam' please. you make me sound like a grandmother, or a school headmistress. i'm neither, thank heavens Mrs Walker will do' Yes. Mrs Walker ' Max said ' I bet the girls a movie night if either of them could outscore me on the next test' Melanie grinned ' And how did you girls do?' King asked as he sipped at some wine ' I got 7 wrong for a B+" Dana said ' a bit worse than I normally do " I got 3 wrong, the last 3 questions in fact. they were all about the Batman.' Really , dear? You missed 3 questions about one of Gotham's most famous figures? everyone has heaard about the Batman. Legend says he protected Gotham for decades and .. well there are rumors that he's come back. There was that wizard fellow on the news.. anyway how do you do Max? how many did you miss?' I didnt miss any ' Max said sheepishly.' I dont think Max has ever missed a question on a test ' Dana laughed ' So Melanie you will be taking Max out to a movie?' Mr Walker chuckled. ' First things first, show your friend around. you have your room onboard, you could show hethat,r dear, to start. . Miss Tan I believe you wanted to see some of the artwork?' Yes, sir' Dana nodded ' then follow me ' Melanie took Max by the hand, come on its room 46 on the fourth floor. My parents made sure it had all the amenities I need " Sure lead the way ' Max said as she was dragged along as Melanie ran down the hallway.
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 Kovu was callinf Scar in the middle of his meall with Kopa it was what his family jokingly called the ' fluff up Scar Hour". bro, you going to the Southlands Fire Festival next month ?' Kopa asked I got all 6 of us a nice villa near the grounds with everything ' all you can eat' Kovu nodded as he waited for his father, a former king and great uncle to Lopa Kiara and Kion, to pick up the phone, which didnt always happen right away due to his busy schedule

[Serris]

(Gotham City Yacht Club)

Mr. Walker/King opened the door to the shipboard art gallery, which while small, had a collection of statues, tapestries, paintings, and all other variety of arts. There were also a few well-dressed guests admiring the exhibits as well.

"Now then, Miss Tan," he said. "Please feel free to peruse the artwork. I'm sure you'll find something to your fancy. On that note, feel free to ask any of us if you wish to acquire a reproduction of anything you see."

He then turned to a well-dressed man with a glass of wine in his hand. "Sir, I'm going to have to ask you to finish your beverage before you enter."

The man peered past King laid his eyes on a portrait of Bunny Vreeland. The famous actress was dressed in her signature red cocktail dress with a fur stole. The expression the artist depicted her with was that signature alluring smile that captivated Gotham men for decades. "That's a reproduction! The real one's in the Gotham Museum of Arts."

"Yes, you are correct," King said. "All the art inside the gallery are reproductions, but they are still very expensive and high quality artworks. As such, food and beverages are not permitted inside."

The man fumed but headed topside. King then turned to Dana. "I apologize for that interruption. I would love to give you a private art appreciation session, but I do have some networking opportunities to attend. Good day," he said as he also headed topside, leaving her with the other guests.

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Melanie's suite onboard the yacht was a luxurious room with a plush bed, as well as a pair of ornate chairs and a desk that each cost more than the monthly paychecks of most Gothamites. The closet contained clothing and shoes from Gotham's high end fashion houses.

"So, what do you think?" Melanie asked as she took a seat on one of the chairs.

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(Laffalympics Village)

Inque's disguise would have worked perfectly, if it were not for a clumsy server who was busy carrying water to some of the exercising toons. He stumbled over a discarded energy drink can that one of the competitors had left behind. Thankfully, he managed to keep his footing but in the process upended an entire bucket of water onto the "GCPD Officer".

"I'm sorry, Off—." The words died on his lips as he saw the clothing of "police officer" run like paint. His heart leapt into his throat as he scrambled to his feet and ran to one of the emergency stations. He slammed the call button with trembling fingers.

As the water temporarily disabled Inque's shapeshifting powers (and she was alone) she decided that the best way to deal with the situation was to dispose of the interloper.

Just before a razor edged liquid tentacle cleaved the man in half, he managed to get out a single word: Inque.

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As was promised, by Commissioner Gordon, some firefighters with their hoses charged were stationed outside Stripetail's home — both as protection from Inque as well as any arson attempts.

There was also the Agni Kai Stadium, which was designed for all sorts of fire sports — magical and mundane. As a result, the stadium was completely built of nonflammable materials and protected by powerful mounted water cannons and a water deluge system to minimize the risk of accidents.

Not knowing who Inque was targeting, the guards as well as the GCPD officers were evacuating to the Agni Kai Stadium. Thanks to the threat being Inque, the stadium's water deluge system was on full blast, forcing the evacuees to run through what amounted to a localized monsoon.

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A GCPD officer knocked on the door to Stripetail's study.

(OOC - I'll assume my living planes are patrolling Gotham.)