#assume connections please

[justxjuno]

Location:Sharkys Status: Open @aurorabaystarter

Juno tried not to mix business and pleasure together but in order to get the stories she did she liked to be sort of hands on. Sure, people would send her things through her Instagram but she still needed some accurate sources. She couldn’t just post fake things at least not all the time. It was why most of her nights were spent going out. With a town like Aurora Bay, who knows what she would be seeing?

She also tried to keep a low profile too but it was clear someone recognized her. She had one of those faces. “They always say follow the story “ Juno makes for a moment before letting out a sigh “ but I don’t think there’s much of a story here tonight . “

[ofgrenvde]

OPEN STARTER

capping at (4/4) location: the junction diner

Aarti had downed three cups of mediocre coffee and her patience was running thin. An hour late. This was getting on her nerves. When they finally strolled in, she didn't bother hiding her irritation. She lifted their hand, pointed at their watch and said, "Did you miss the time change? You're more than hour late." Patience was not her virtue when she was starving and it showed because she was on the verge of throwing a hangry fit. "Next time you're running late, a text would be nice. Some of us have sensitive stomachs."

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[cloudysfluffs]

prismo stop moving, hes trying to make up some constellations!!

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inspired by @tickletails post abt the stars on prismos back and one of the convos we recently bc we are the normalest ever about these two

[the-nelson-quinn]

Location: Oasis Status: Open @aurorabaystarter

Nelson never wanted to celebrate his birthday on his own because he just felt like that would have been a boring way to spend the day. It was why he’d messaged a few people and told them if they had the time he was going drinking and dancing for his birthday and they were more than welcome to drink on his dime. So when he saw the familiar face he smiled softly. “ what was it? the free drinks or the chance to see my shitty dancing ?”

[lucasbang]

open starter: @aurorabaystarter location: hidden gems thrift store

Maybe it was due to it being October that he was already eager to find a costume but here he was looking through every rack possible to find something that stuck out to him. Sure he had time but he didn't want to be one of those people who got everything last minute. He's done that too many times before to be happy with himself. Though he could make something himself if he tried though he knew his YouTube history would be filled with different things about sewing since he was clueless.

"Maybe I'm being too picky. Do you think this would look good on me or this?" He asked someone nearby, wanting a second opinion since his own mind was spiraling. He didn't want to look like a mess so he was hoping the other person would be able to help him out in some way.

[loversfms]

LOCATION:  offshore  lanes STATUS:  open  !  @palmviewstarters

“i  googled  the  ideal  ball  weight  for  bowling,  and  the  consensus  seems  to  be  anywhere  between  twelve  and  fourteen  pounds.  HERE'S�� MY  FEAR  …  i  skip  arm  day.  frequently.  in  fact,  i  don't  even  really  work  out  like  that.  what  if  i  drop  the  ball  before  i  throw  it  ?  like  in  wii  sports  ?  that  would  feel  even  more  embarrassing  than  the  time  i  accidentally  threw  my  ball  into  the  wrong  lane  and  knocked  over  some  other  girl's  pins.”

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[rampents]

open, town square

Muz squints up at the washed-out sky, the sun barely breaking through a layer of gray clouds, casting a pale light over the town square. The place looks almost normal in the daytime, like the night hadn’t clawed at it. He watches a few people drift while he leans against a bench, idly tracing a crack in the wood with his thumb, his gaze darting on occasion, wary glances.

A face crosses his line of sight, and Muz straightens, raising a hand in a lazy wave. ‘Hey,’ he calls out, his voice cutting through the quiet. ‘Get any sleep last night?’ He nods to the shadows under their eyes, a half-smile tugging at his mouth.

[doodlingwren]

✨️Gold Saints✨️ if they were to be ✨️Dungeons and Dragons✨️ characters

If you were wondering what I’ve been up to in the last few days, I was making this list based on my own headcanons. Mostly, I decided for what kind of class or subclass they could be. I don’t think I will add a race or a background for them because I am not up to date with the latest released manuals 😂 and these are just the official builds. If I had to look through the homebrew material I'd still be searching. Also, I used the classes of the fifth edition ^_^

Aries Mu

He’s an artificer (or if you are more familiar with the older name, he’s a tinker). There’s even an Armorer subclass, that let him have proficiency with heavy armours and so he can go in the middle of the battlefield without too many problems while still being a smith. When I say it’s perfect, I’m not even joking. Mu is possibly the easiest one to translate as a DnD character.

Taurus Aldebaran

Look, I would love to say paladin, but since he’s more on the pure physical strength rather that paladin stuffs, I’d assume for him a class like a fighter. I wouldn’t mind for him some sort of fighter + paladin multiclass where for the bigger part is a fighter. Maybe a Champion fighter + some levels of an Oath of Devotion paladin. Those subclasses are very basic, but they do the work. I cannot put his as a barbarian because well, I don’t think it would fit him (maybe the strength part, but only that).

Gemini Saga

He’s the dungeon master.

Okay, joke aside Saga is a bit more difficult. Visually, I think he’d be a paladin. Unlike others he has a good balance between physical strength and use of cosmos (both for attack and defence purposes). The subclass is a bit tricky, in the end it could be the Oath of the Watchers, since at least at the beginning, his wish was to protect Earth and then maybe he could later become an Oathbreaker? I’m partial to the Watcher since one of the spells for this class is Banishment and if it isn’t the poorer version of Another Dimension ability, I don’t know what it is.

Cancer Deathmask

He has the necromancer vibes without being a necromancer. In short, Oathbraker paladin: he can cast the ✨edgy✨ spells with ghosts and undead and it kind of makes sense that during the fight against Shiryu his cloth yeets off because of how bad he fucked up.

Leo Aiolia

Undecided between a normal fighter or a paladin. If he had an animal like Leo Kaiser in ND had those huge lions, he would be the ultimate ranger (subclass: Beast Master). But he doesn’t so… paladin. Maybe the subclass could be Oath of the Ancients, but I’m not sure.

Virgo Shaka

I’ve been thinking of where to put Shaka for almost two hours. My mind says monk, but my heart says wizard, but he must be a paladin somehow. Monk could be the perfect class for Shaka: you can easily see ki (the magical energy that empowers a monk attacks) as cosmos and the training/asceticism part would make sense for him. My only problem is that personally, I don’t see Shaka as someone that would resort to fighting bare hands against enemies (which is the core concept of the monk class). And mostly important, the monk class don’t have armour proficiency, which is the point of being a Gold Saint (neither does the wizard). As a wizard, I’d put him in the War Caster subclass, but being a wizard would make him a sort of cannon glass (wizard have the highest damage output, but at the same time the lowest number of hit points, aka life). Unless it is the Shaka from KotZ, then I could forgive a monk/wizard multiclass. As a paladin, I’m not even sure if he should be an Oath of Devotion. So, I will use the ace up my sleeve and say: Shaka is a cleric either with the Light Domain or the Order Domain, but I’m partial to the first one.

Libra Dohko

MONK. ASCENDANT DRAGON SUBCLASS. And if you feel silly enough, either a few levels of Paladin – Oath of Devotion or some levels as a Fighter - Battle Master .

Scorpio Milo

I am afraid that I have no clue of what Milo could be. My personal idea would be to make some sort of rogue, so I could imagine his scarlet needle to be a kind of sneak attack with a poisonous dagger. The subclass in this case would be either an Assassin or a Swashbuckler, to have the best implement of damage output. Maybe also a multiclass with a fighter (Champion subclass)?

Sagittarius Aiolos

He could be a paladin (Oath of the Crown?) with a feat like Crossbow Expert or a fighter with the Arcane Archer subclass. But because of his role as the Sagittarius Saint, I’m for the second option. Truth to be told, I wouldn’t mind a multiclass between those two.

Capricorn Shura

Another character that could be a paladin or a fighter BUT I say fighter AND the subclass must be Samurai, which is one of the best for striking powerful attack with a sword. No paladin class could do such things.

Aquarius Camus

Camus, like Aphrodite, has that kind of power that can be based on some sort of natural element, that would make me go “HE’S a DRUID!!!” if I didn’t know better. My main problem with druids is that they cannot wear or wield anything made of metal, therefore there would be no possibility for him to achieve a gold-saint-like kind of armour. As a paladin, Oath of the Ancients has a few spells that are ice-based, and I would implement that by giving him some levels in the sorcerer class (the subclass isn’t important for choosing those spells, but I’d like for him the Storm Sorcery subclass).

Pisces Aphrodite

Like Camus, he could be a druid, at least on paper. The ranger class has access to some druid spells, but I don’t know if it would match Aphrodite aesthetic completely. As a ranger, I’d go for a Fay Wanderer subclass and maybe a few paladin levels (Oath of the Crown subclass). He can have some levels a cleric (Nature Domain) as a treat.

[gemmaabalos]

open to whomever / location: echelon

"Let's play a game," she nudged the person next to her as if they were old friends. "I'm willing to bet that this woman," her finger didn't hesitate to raise and point towards a woman on her own, in the far left corner, almost halfway from sliding off of her seat as if to appear smaller, "—is the wife of this man who's clearly out here having an affair with someone who, maybe, is ten years younger than he is." She clicked her tongue to reconsider. "Actually, maybe five but has a great doctor that I should get the number of." That wasn't here or there. "I think we see how it plays out and if he doesn't end with a drink in his face within the hour, then I'll pay your tab."

[katrinaxbeauford]

who: open ( @aurorabaystarter ) where: somewhere busy

When the kid had first called out 'Miss Beauford', Katrina hadn't been all that surprised. The kids she taught often recognized her in public - it wasn't a huge town after all. But then she'd seen the worry in his features, quickly discovering that he was alone, having been separated from his mother in the busy tourist-filled crowd. He was quickly getting hysterical, Kat having a hard time keeping him calm while also trying to look for someone who could help. Instead, Kat decided to flag down a passer-by, hoping they weren't too busy. Excuse me, hi." All the while, Katrina kept a firm hold of the kid's hand, making sure he didn't get lost again. "Do you have a moment?"

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[nomadelaide]

open starter @cardinalstart location: Old Mill Diner

Addie stepped inside the warmth of the diner, the door chiming as it closed behind her. She immediately felt the comforting rush of heat against her chilled skin, a stark reminder of the balmy weather she’d left behind. She pulled off her coat, draping it over the back of a nearby chair, and settled into one of the worn vinyl booths near the window. The diner’s interior remained unchanged—checkered floors, retro signage, and the low hum of Elvis from the jukebox in the corner. Outside the window, the gray skies hung heavy with the promise of more snow, further reminding her that she’d fled tropical warmth for the chill of her childhood home.

She glanced around the diner, noting a few familiar faces—some people she used to know, others new to her since her return just before Christmas. The town was still small, still close-knit; but it felt different now. There was a quiet undercurrent of change that tugged at her, a restless energy she couldn't fully place. As she absentmindedly tore open a sugar packet, grey eyes landed on the table next to her, where an individual was reading the local paper. The headline caught her attention.

Strange Happenings: Is There More to the Hill Than Meets the Eye?

"Is there more to the Hill than meets the eye?" She read aloud without realizing. Her curiosity piqued, causing Addie to lean toward the other, gesturing to the headline. "Well, is there?" She inquired. "More than meets the eye, I mean?" What strange happenings had been going on in this sleepy little town since she'd been away? Addie couldn't help the chuckle that fell from her lips at the mere thought. A part of her was surprised to hear of any strange occurrences; but another part wasn’t—this town had always had a way of hiding its oddities beneath the surface... After all, Cardinal Hill was a safe haven for those skilled in the magical arts.

[theodorabowes]

open starter ; @aurorabaystarter

theodora: i HAVE to get out of my apartment today

theodora: i feel like i’m going slightly mad

theodora: please tell me that you’re not busy

theodora: or if you are please tell me that i can tag along

[ofgrenvde]

OPEN STARTER

capping at (3/4) location: the golden dragon palace

He enjoyed the last bite of his har gow, the delicate shrimp dumpling practically melting on his tongue. The restaurant hummed with lunchtime energy around them, servers weaving between tables with steaming bamboo baskets. He'd been looking forward to this meal all week—something about good dim sum always lifted his mood, no matter what legal battles awaited him. "I told you, this place has the best dim sum in town," Lucian said, reaching for the soy sauce. "Those food critics from three states over aren't wrong. Although I bet they don't know about the private rooms upstairs." He smiled, pouring himself more tea. "Want to try the Peking duck next? It's their specialty."

[ishikaxmehra]

status: CLOSED to everyone (4/4) location: the fix

Ishika tapped her pen against the edge of her coffee cup, her laptop open but clearly ignored as her gaze flicked toward the door every time the bell jingled. The hum of the café filled the air—low chatter, the hiss of the espresso machine, the occasional clatter of plates. She leaned back in her chair, carefully crossing one leg over the other. "Is it just me," she said to no one in particular, "or do they put something incredibly addictive and potentially illegal in this coffee? Because I swear I was not planning to be here this long." She glanced at the table next to hers, raising an eyebrow. "Let me guess—you're either here to escape the chaos or you're part of it."

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[no-one-asks--any-questions-here]

date: january 15

location: the milk bar

@anchoragestarters

It was pretty rare for Khadroma to work the bar these days but but one of her bartenders had called out last minute and honestly, she didn't mind picking up when there was a need. The day had been relatively slow but she was certain it would pick up a little bit as the work day ended and people were undoubtedly already yearning for the weekend. When a patron came up and practically rested their head on the bar, she chuckled and said "That rough of a day, huh? Or do you just have a headache?" Reaching for a tried and true bottle of Stolichnaya, she said "You know, a shot of vodka will clear that headache right up--promise." Her Russian accent had faded over the years and now there was just a small hint of it left on her tongue, though she was in touch with her roots through and through. To be fair, the idea that all Russians loved vodka was a stereotype--however, that didn't negate the fact that the gasoline-like beverage seemed to magically cure any ailment one could possibly think of. Headache? Cough? Stubbed toe? Drink vodka.

[maevepeters]

location: lakeshore country club when: december 12th around 6 pm who: maeve peters + open Although it was unusual for Maeve to attend an event with her daughter at home, it felt refreshing to do something for herself. She had hired a babysitter for the evening and put effort into getting ready, dressing up as elegantly as possible before heading to the country club. The venue was stunning, draped in festive decor that perfectly captured the Christmas spirit. Maeve had been quietly observing the lively crowd for a couple of hours, sipping her drink and soaking in the atmosphere. Then, she noticed someone making their way toward her. "This place is stunning, isn't it?" she said warmly. "Are you enjoying yourself?"