EMERGENCY DAY CARE is a go | OPEN TO ALL

[uncalled_for]

Date & Time: Jan. 19th – Feb. 1st!
Location: Training Room (Leave your weapons and sharp objects at the door please.)
Characters: EVERYONE // OPEN TO ALL
Summary: DAY CARE! Glitter and glue and arts and crafts and snacks and naps and story time. This is basically a chance for kids to run amok and stay safe and for the unexpected parent to be relieved of such tykes while characters wishing to have some bonding time with little ones run the place. Or attempt to.

Warnings: UM. I certainly hope not.

[Welcome to make-shift Day Care. All equipment one would usually see lying around the training room floor has been scooted off to the side and blocked to prevent children from attempting to climb (although lets be honest nothing is stopping them).

There are tables for crafts and for snacks and some rugs laid out for rolling on. Toy boxes... who knows who set all of this up.

For the older crowd there are at least books to read and maybe some FUTURISTIC nerf guns, bikes, something. Go crazy. Just don’t tread on any toddlers please.

To those willing to give supervising a go, good luck.]

Comments

I'm the first? xD Open for everything! But especially for story time!

[ohmygodgreywardens]

Cailan had been working at the orphanage, so this really wasn't all that different. He loves kids, and he wants to make sure they're safe, even if most of them are not actually kids. He was one of the lucky ones, it seemed, and now was the time to step up and give a sense of order around here. Or just paint and have fun with the kids, that was okay, too.

[Part one is where Cailan is hanging around near the front, making sure that when the kids came in, there wasn't any sharp and pointy objects coming in with them. The last thing they needed was kids getting hurt. Especially since... they weren't really... kids... that was just too mind-blowing to think about on a normal day. But when everyone else in the world seemed to be going crazy, and most seemed to be getting smaller, that just meant Cailan had to step up some more! And first order of business? Protect those kids!

But for now, he would try to keep track of them all. Names, if the kids could give their names, or if the guardians could give their names, it all would be written down on a list so they had it in case they needed any headcounts.]

[Part two is for story time! All kids loved a good story, didn't they? And Cailan, in his shiny armor (though not the entirety of it, just about half of what he usually wore) was very excited to share stories with these children. Cailan loves kids, always wanting one or three of his own. He had a whole repertoire of books and stories from home, just for this. So, if any kid (and adult, they can sit in too!) wanted to go near one of the corners that had a rug set down so they could sit down, and hear a story? They'll do story time every few hours or so.]

Sign In Sheet! As a way to keep track of kids.

[ohmygodgreywardens]

Probably a good idea just to have a general headcount of how many they had in the daycare at one time. Wouldn't it be horrible if you counted eleven, but there were supposed to be twelve? This is to prevent that. They want to lose anyone!

Just a name, if the kids can give it, or if their guardian needs to give it, that's fine, too.

snack time \o/

[nikubaka]

[ Well when he got word of the sudden influx of children, he figured he might as well do something responsible.

Because frankly, no child in any universe knows how to feed him or herself properly.

So! Kuroh has done his best with Initiative supplied ingredients and made some bento for kids!! And since they are for kids they'll come in various cutesy shapes like this or this or this!

There's quite a variety, so come one come all! It's mostly vegetarian, though...the fish looked a little weird, so he adjusted accordingly. Anyway, he's set up a sort of table area...somewhere. Please don't fight over who gets which animals, kids. ]

[wieldertobe]

[ watch out, this kid is soaking wet. he's given a towel which he pulls over his head, keeping it on with a hand clasped underneath his neck. it's a big towel--it reaches his knees. ushered over to the snack table, he approaches with a little arm pressed against his torso to try and keep his stomach quiet.

getting to the table, he actually stops and lets the towel fall off of his head, silver hair damp rather than dripping. ]

... uh...

[ he's never seen anything this fancy. with a fist against his mouth, he looks from one box to the other, unsure of which to pick, or what's what-- ]

closed

[fortissimos]

[ Sayaka's not the first one with the idea of using the training centre as a daycare, but when she gets there, things are pretty barebones. Kyouko should be able to cover things with the kids for now, so she sends a message off to Lelouch, and goes to work collecting things from around the Hold.

... When he arrives, she'll be hauling in a bag of stuffed toys behind her. Putting money to good use: a life. ]

and open this time!!

[fortissimos]

[ At some point during the day, things start to come together. There's (junk) food, toys, and a pile of books, and standing in the middle of it all is one very proud magical girl. ]

Okay! We're all set. [ She grins, putting her hands on her hips. ] Who wants to see a magic show?

[phantasmata]

[A magic show, huh. Kyouko thinks it's a little frivolous, and they should be careful with their magic, but if it's for kids, then some fun with things won't hurt. Besides, she's been checking her Soul Gem every day, and it's bright and clear. Perfect, really.

Kyouko isn't particularly the mischievous type, but she gets an idea when Sayaka says that. If she uses her illusion magic, then...

A moment later, Sayaka might feel a tap on her shoulder.]

[fortissimos]

[ Sayaka's in the middle of figuring out what to do when the tap comes. Sure, she can summon swords, but most of her magic is a little more subtle. Mami-san had her flashy ribbons, but fast healing isn't exactly something that lends itself to showing off outside of a fight, and getting hurt in front of kids is definitely out of the question.

Still lost in thought, she glances back over her shoulder, only half paying attention. ]

What is it?

[phantasmata]

[Kyouko is not there when Sayaka turns around. Well, nothing is, actually. That sure is odd, what with the shoulder tapping and all.

Maybe she might want to look over her other shoulder. It's one of those practical jokes, it seems like.]

[fortissimos]

[ Yeah, that's super weird. She blinks, then turns around completely; suddenly coming to a realization. ]

What th— Kyouko! [ She has no idea how, but she knows the other girl is behind this somehow. None of the kids are cheeky (or tall...) enough to try and prank her like that. ]

[phantasmata]

[Sayaka's so grumpy about this prank that Kyouko's already giggling. Just a little.

The giggling is coming from behind Sayaka though. This time Kyouko's decided to stay put, but there's a part two to this joke. How is she moving so fast (???) Her new friend will find out in a second.]

[fortissimos]

[ Sayaka knows this will be hilarious in about five seconds, but right now she is so frustrated because what is even happening. She whirls around immediately when she hears the giggling, ready to leap forward and tackle Kyouko to the ground. ]

You're not gonna get away this time!

[phantasmata]

H-hey, calm down!

[She's right here man, chill. She's trying not to giggle though, covering her hand with her mouth.

Then, she points over Sayaka's shoulder.] Look behind you.

[There's another poke forthcoming, and another Kyouko waving at Sayaka.]

[fortissimos]

[ Okay, she's calm. Calm enough to almost start laughing about the whole thing, until Kyouko points over her shoulder, and then she's too busy turning around to roll her eyes at the—

Wait, what? She alternates her staring between the two, and after about ten seconds, manages to actually say something. ]

What the heck? [ Look, she never claimed to take after Mami in the eloquence department. ]

[phantasmata]

[Kyouko is BEAMING. Mami thought her illusion magic was useful, but it's a lot of fun surprising someone new with it.]

Pretty cool, right? I got you good, ahaha!

[The other Kyouko rubs the back of her head sheepishly, and speaks up.] This is my special ability. Mami-senpai calls it Rosso Phantasma.

[Both Kyoukos look pretty unenthused about that, but they brighten up a second later.]

[pioncoiffe]

[It's only after some of the excitement of talking to a real, live magical girl has worn off that Lelouch begins feeling guilty, if for complicated and contradictory reasons. He'd almost forgotten Nunnally for a moment, but then at the same time, setting up a good place to gather all the kids would be perfect for narrowing down the number of possible locations where his sister might be... if she's here at all.

If, that's the problem. Only if. What if she is and he's somehow missed her up until now? What if she isn't and he doesn't see her for months? The guide he'd read had said that she wouldn't notice the passing of time (if that thing hadn't been a lie), but...

Lingering doubts aside, his plan to meet with Sayaka is still the most productive use of his time he can think of, and so with his tablet in tow, he slips out of his apartment and to the Initiative Hold, doing his best to at least look like he knows where he's going. He has a map and knows the route, but neither quite compare to actually traveling it. He probably should have thought of this sooner.

Fortunately, he makes it to the training room without incident, and once there, it's a relatively simple task to locate Sayaka and wow what the heck where did all those toys come from. Is there some kind of stash somewhere?

Shaking his head to clear it of such thoughts, he approaches her, trying and failing not to notice how much taller she is than him. Height isn't important; one's bearing is.]

Do you need any help with those?

[nikubaka]

[ Ahhh, wet child... No, it's okay. He isn't actually getting the food wet.

Seeing the boy's obvious distress, Kuroh walks over with concern. ]

Are you alright?

[wieldertobe]

I'm okay.

[ because he is--as drenched as he seems, Riku is just fine now that he's in a heated environment. ]

But I don't know what any of this stuff is...

[nikubaka]

Ah. [ He nods solemnly. Different universes and such, right? ]

These are bento. Rice, vegetables, and meat arranged in pleasing shapes. [ In other words, yes, it's healthy food, but that's why they make it look adorable, see?

He tilts his head at the curious boy, content to wait and see if he has any more questions, for now. ]

[petitfairy]

[After conversing with honest-to-goodness magical girls (it's unbelievable, like they come straight from children's fairy tales!), Sheryl is looking forward to meeting them in person, not to mention still happy at their kindness towards her. While kids her age would go to school and hang out with friends, she's been busy scourging for morsels of bread and looking for a roof over her head.

It turns out that the Hold may be that roof she's been looking for, even if she's not in Galaxy anymore, and what's this? She can smell food! This place looks warm with kiddy drawings decorating the walls, plus she can see other kids around her age so she won't be alone.

Luckily, she also spots Sayaka among the pile of books and toys; there's now a tiny smile on her face. Being the shy girl that she really is, however, she just stands behind one of the counters like she's hiding, poking her head out as she fidgets. Her eyes shift over to one side, and eventually she slowly raises an arm out, waving it a little.]

Um... I-I do.

[wieldertobe]

Ben-toh?

[ he pronounces it carefully and rocks on his heels, onto his toes, pigeon-toed and curious. ]

Did you make 'em?

open!

[fruition]

( at one of the tables, a display of arts and crafts is happening. Madoka has gathered everything she possibly could; construction papers, crayons, colored pencils, glue, water colors and bottles of colorful glitters and whatever else a child (or Madoka) could possibly dream of needing to create some beautiful art.

to say the least, this pink-haired magical girl looks very pleased with everything. )

Why don't we all make something that makes us happy? It can be a person, an animal or maybe a dream of what we want to be when we grow up. Anything at all!

[entombing]

[-there really isn't much that makes her happy, especially not at the moment, but she's been watching this person (girl? princess? she can't be sure) speak to the other children, and watches from a distance.

Utena thinks she is very pretty, in a strange and ethereal sort of way. she has not met her prince yet, so she has no point of reference to compare, but she is certain this must be a princess. she looks like the ones in her storybooks, after all.

she doesn't really feel very brave (or happy, or anything at all) but eventually curiosity wins over, and she moves a little closer.]

for Sayaka and anyone else who wants to yell at her I guess

[supitslilith]

[Lilith is pretty excited as she trots on over to the training center for the first time. For whatever reason she's never been there before. It was probably something to do with her punk rebel attitude and not wanting to use places for their designated purposes. Instead she fired her SMG at walls and trees and things and swung her sword around just for fun, and also to get a feel for the weight, but mostly just for fun.

So she's also maybe a little excited to see this place.

When Lilith arrives, she shoves the doors open, chainsaw katana in one hand, the other half-cupped over her mouth.]

Yo! Saya- [babies everywhere] -ka?

[fruition]

( she's still getting everything in place when she spots the little head of pink hair out of the corner of her eye moving closer. Madoka cannot help glancing over fully, blinking once as she notices... this tiny girl (like a number of tiny children, she realizes) is rather familiar. )

Hi there. ( she's careful to speak softly and not be to excited, but her smile might just give that away. ) What's your name?