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The Etiquette Meme
No schlumping, slouching, slurping, or sassing--manners matter! Now, of course, not everyone was brought up with all the same expectations or types of social engagements, so whether invited to a ball, a fancy dinner party, or a formal duel, it’s best to know the rules of the game so as not to lose before you start. And yes, all of those forks have a specific function.
Are your manners impeccable and you are choosing to pass down to knowledge to someone in need
Whether you’re teaching beforehand, or it’s sink-or-swim within the situation itself, all eyes will be on you. Hang on to those handkerchiefs and ready the boutineers--we’re going formal.
HOW TO PLAY
- Post with your character and their canon, as well as what role you’d prefer [Teacher/Student].
- Specify preferences, if any. (ex. cast only, shipping/not, etc.)
- Tag others
SITUATIONS & AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT
Balls / Dancing: There is a dance party coming up, and it would be unacceptable to be a wallflower. Court dance? Classic cotillion? Debutante ball? Better be sure you know all the latest moves and don’t have two left feet.
Dinner / Eating: Eating seems like such a simple thing, and then you realize there are so many ways you can do this wrong. Not sure where to even start on a 22-course molecular gastronomy meal? Pretty sure all those spoons will do the same thing? Are people messing with you when they say to eat that will your hands? Better learn, or you’re going to be hungry and embarrassed.
Duels / Rules of Engagement: A fight has been arranged, and of course there are rules to these things. How many paces must you walk? What spells are not acceptable? Do you even know how to hold a sword? Let’s hope you can learn before you might die.
Outings / Courtship: If someone is going to be taken to a fine establishment they had better know how they are expected to behave. Is it okay to yell during a horse race? When is it appropriate to clap during the ballet or an opera? How much are you expected to bring in tip money? And if you have to ask how much it is, you probably can’t afford it.
Politics / Cultural Differences: You’re going international, and it just quite possible everything you know about not offending someone is wrong. What is the correct angle for a bow? Are there any gifts that could come off as insulting to the recipient’s mother? Can you even speak first in this situation? Avoid international incident at all cost
Attire / Getting Dressed: Depending on where you’re going, they might not even let you through the door if you’re not dressed for the occasion. Can you get away with “dressing up” a pair of jeans? Can you walk or breathe adequately in that gown? Are you so dismally unaware of what a mistake it is that you’ve picked something out in last season’s colors? First impressions are important, darling, so dress for it.
Parties / NIGHTMARE MODE: Parties are a culmination of all the possible ways in which you can either charm the masses or mess things up so horribly that you might actually have to change your name. Possibly your country of residence, depending. Good luck and godspeed.
Twilight Zone / Manners Reversal: Bringing someone with excellent manners and formal modes of behavior into a more casual or blue-collar situation can yield hilarious results. They will probably not thank you for it, though.
Wildcard: Literally any other fancy situation, these suggestions were just if you had no clue where to start~!
Jessamine Kaldwin | Dishonored
Evie Frye | Assassins's Creed Syndicate | OTA
Prompto Argentum | FFXV | OTA
haru okumura | persona 5
Re: haru okumura | persona 5
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[ No judgment or anything! In fact, she says that very gently, like it’s the most natural thing in the world. ]
The slippers are there for your comfort.
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[ And evidently in Japanese homes they don't, so logically there wouldn't be any dirt inside. Home-stays seemed complicated, even if it was just for a week. ]
Japanese homes must be really clean. And comfortable, I guess. Anything else I should avoid doing sort of... right off the bat?
Jyn Erso | Rogue One
Eren Jaeger | Shingeki no Kyojin
Yoon Bum ▻ Killing Stalking
Lavernius Tucker | Red vs Blue
Kylo Ren 💀 Star Wars (EP 8 POTENTIAL SPOILERS INSIDE) 💀 OTA
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When she first speaks with Kylo Ren, she's cautious. She doesn't know anything about him, or this giant ship that's apparently his. A bit of talking here and there over a few days time turns into longer conversations when he's able. Regardless of whether she earns his trust, she manages to secure herself an invitation to an event that is being held on a planet under the control of his people. It's an exciting prospect, even with the realization that she knows nothing about the people or the customs of this universe.
She's at a disadvantage, and that just won't do. So she waits until she manages to get some time alone with him, even though she's sure there are ears listening in and eyes watching just in case she might pose a threat after all. ]
Are you sure you're not an emperor?
[She asks softly, teasing him a little. He's agreed to teach her the cultural differences that she'll need to understand for this, as well as how to dress and do one of the more traditional dances. Well, she's asked him to teach her. She still isn't sure whether or not he'll agree to that last one.]
I met one once. He had run away from things like this. Said they gave him ulcers.
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[He wouldn't call it fondness, but there was something about this woman that brought some of his guard down, that is almost relaxing. He senses something from her that is strange, different, and it intrigues him a bit. He hadn't noticed it at first, but after several days of being forced to mind her, it was like a tickle at the back of his mind. Like the taste of the air before a storm.
He examines her for a moment, his expression blank before he takes a small breath and steps forward, circling the chair she was sitting in.]
These people....benefit from the protection that the First Order gives. Prior to our intervention they were raided by bandits on a global scale for the rich resources they contained. Unfortunately for the Metai, the only way to access those resources was with the Metai people themselves. Their religious beliefs kept them from defending themselves.
[He stops infront of her, heels together. He extends a gloved hand to her.]
Every year, the Metai hold a banquet in thanks. They are a particular and very formal people, do you understand?
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[She takes hold of his hand and moves to stand, watching him closely. He's not the best at socializing, but he hasn't been cruel to her. For however long she's stuck here, she at least enjoys his company.
She also enjoys pushing buttons where she thinks it will fluster him in good ways, not ones that might frustrate him. So with her hold on his hand she takes a few steps in, until she's standing in his personal space. ]
I've been to plenty of other planets. I'm good at learning how to blend in. So go on, show me how.
[Bossing him around comes naturally, much like it would with anyone else. If she's afraid of him, she definitely doesn't let it show.]
Rickon Stark, AU [ASOIF] | OTA
L | Death Note | ota