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lesmodsalouette) wrote2025-03-07 02:38 pm
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Villa
VILLA
BEGONIA SUITE
Angelo Sauper
Sariel
Jinx
Sousuke Sagara
NARCISSUS SUITE
Ayaka Sajou
Tiamat
Hamel
Bradley Bain
Andrew Grace
Xerxes Break
Hamel
Bradley Bain
Xerxes Break
PRIMROSE SUITE
Clover Field
An Lili
Junior
Dan Heng
Homura Akemi
Richard the Lionheart
Hwylryn
An Lili
Junior
Dan Heng
Homura Akemi
Richard the Lionheart
Hwylryn
TULIP SUITE
Blade
Scarlet
G'raha Tia
Siobhan “Shiv” Roy
Chara
Vanis
Scarlet
G'raha Tia
Chara
Vanis
WATER LILY SUITE
Cain Knightley
Urianger Augurelt
ABOUT THE SUITES
These suites, nested in a villa off the gardens, are amply appointed for living in the lap of luxury even for those coming from far-off places and far-off times where the lighting isn’t relegated to candlelight* and dangerously low-hanging chandeliers. The wallpaper, furniture and decorative themes of each suite are absolutely unique and wholly devoted to their floral patterns; even the keys themselves reflect this, as each suite’s key features the suite’s signature flower for its head. The suite interior turns out to be unexpectedly cozy. By which we mean the people who might have lived here once upon a time were much shorter and needed much less room than you’d expect of royalty; or perhaps it’s just that there is way too much furniture and way too many decorations. Either or. There are enough figurines of cherubs, paintings hanging on the walls and bizarre little trinkets on every surface that any careless movement could lead to a tragedy without a vacuum cleaner.
Aside from the entrance way to the villa, you may not run into the inhabitants of the other suites. Each of the five suites features a vestibule leading to a bedroom, powder room-slash-bathroom, and sitting room to fulfill all of the inhabitants’ relaxing, socializing and grooming needs. The main door to each suite locks automatically, so take care not to lock yourself out.
The small vestibule, walls lined in subtle relief with a floral motif that echoes the suite beyond and distinguished by a small plaque that proclaims the suite name, opens up into an airy trio of rooms. It is the least cluttered thing about the place.
* The so-called ‘candlelight’ looks more like glowing white crystal than fire, gives off a moderate but not burning amount of heat, and is otherwise simply an inexplicable light source that functions a lot like candlelight rather than electricity. Candles, torches and lanterns must be lit from an already-lit source, and the magic fire can only light other sources of magic fire; lights may be blown out or may go out if knocked into or dropped; candles burn down at irregular intervals and the wax stem is magically replaced; and there is an ever-lit chandelier in each suite’s vestibule. The only sources of regular flame in the castle are the fireplaces and the kitchen stoves.
Aside from the entrance way to the villa, you may not run into the inhabitants of the other suites. Each of the five suites features a vestibule leading to a bedroom, powder room-slash-bathroom, and sitting room to fulfill all of the inhabitants’ relaxing, socializing and grooming needs. The main door to each suite locks automatically, so take care not to lock yourself out.
The small vestibule, walls lined in subtle relief with a floral motif that echoes the suite beyond and distinguished by a small plaque that proclaims the suite name, opens up into an airy trio of rooms. It is the least cluttered thing about the place.
* The so-called ‘candlelight’ looks more like glowing white crystal than fire, gives off a moderate but not burning amount of heat, and is otherwise simply an inexplicable light source that functions a lot like candlelight rather than electricity. Candles, torches and lanterns must be lit from an already-lit source, and the magic fire can only light other sources of magic fire; lights may be blown out or may go out if knocked into or dropped; candles burn down at irregular intervals and the wax stem is magically replaced; and there is an ever-lit chandelier in each suite’s vestibule. The only sources of regular flame in the castle are the fireplaces and the kitchen stoves.
BEDROOM
Each bedroom contains three of those gigantic, fluffy, canopied beds seen in so many historical dramas and reimaginings (or, if you're Begonia or Primrose Suite, four beds). Yes, you may have to share, and the beds aren’t the widest, and they creak like haunted rocking horses in a thunderstorm – but the bouncy mattress, cloudlike sheets and complement of about fifteen pillows really make it feel like the ultimate blanket fort. The canopies can be let down to enclose each bed completely in a ridiculous cascade of brocade and tassels.
Next to the beds, in pride of place and enemy of slumber, looms the ever-ubiquitous grandfather clock. These hefty timepieces boast not only more gold leaf than the rest of the room put together, along with what looks like purple marble inlay; the swing of their pendulums makes quiet sounds of its own, and the thunderous gongs calling out the hour, every hour, may require some getting used to.
Three solid, intricately carved wooden wardrobes open their double doors to reveal a treasure trove of personal items: the inside drawers and shelves provide not only backup toiletries and linens but also – you guessed it – more pillows! There’s a decent starter set of what looks like period clothing: fine silk dresses, coats and shirts with ridiculous levels of embroidery and color and folds and ruffles; petticoats and cloaks; riding outfits, tricorne hats and elaborate wigs; breeches and leggings and boots of leather and heels as well. Notably absent is ballroom attire, but who wants to stare down a ballgown at 3 in the morning? Also, you really don’t want these to fall on you, so don’t get too vain. For something a bit less imposing, there are also three gold-trimmed cabinets inlaid with ivory that provide additional drawer storage along with such niceties as gloves and underwear.
Next to the beds, in pride of place and enemy of slumber, looms the ever-ubiquitous grandfather clock. These hefty timepieces boast not only more gold leaf than the rest of the room put together, along with what looks like purple marble inlay; the swing of their pendulums makes quiet sounds of its own, and the thunderous gongs calling out the hour, every hour, may require some getting used to.
Three solid, intricately carved wooden wardrobes open their double doors to reveal a treasure trove of personal items: the inside drawers and shelves provide not only backup toiletries and linens but also – you guessed it – more pillows! There’s a decent starter set of what looks like period clothing: fine silk dresses, coats and shirts with ridiculous levels of embroidery and color and folds and ruffles; petticoats and cloaks; riding outfits, tricorne hats and elaborate wigs; breeches and leggings and boots of leather and heels as well. Notably absent is ballroom attire, but who wants to stare down a ballgown at 3 in the morning? Also, you really don’t want these to fall on you, so don’t get too vain. For something a bit less imposing, there are also three gold-trimmed cabinets inlaid with ivory that provide additional drawer storage along with such niceties as gloves and underwear.
POWDER ROOM
The powder room is, conversely, a bit more staid – nobody really needs to be blinded by all-gold, all-polished surfaces while they’re trying to put their face on or otherwise do their business. Nevertheless, there’s an impressive vanity table with a triptych of mirrors and a profusion of silver taking up half the space – you’d be lucky to fit two people in here if one of them were intent on primping.
Speaking of primping, among the vanity table’s many, many, many pastel-painted drawers and nooks – along with accessories and jewelry in gold and silver and various materials, you’ll find a truly ridiculous assortment of makeup and skincare products, perfumes, oils, toiletries, brushes, and so on and so forth. Some of these may look, smell or feel familiar, but many do not; and there are only minimal labels. Apply at your own risk!
Sectioned off by a charming little standalone screen with an embroidered scene of grasses and waterfowl – it’s a chamberpot! Just kidding, it’s a real toilet, it’s okay. There’s a bathtub that’s maybe big enough to bathe a goat tucked away in the corner, surrounded by porcelain tiles cutely decorated with cavorting ducks and sat on four clawed gold feet. The signature rose-scented soap is provided for the hygienic and those really into floral notes.
Speaking of primping, among the vanity table’s many, many, many pastel-painted drawers and nooks – along with accessories and jewelry in gold and silver and various materials, you’ll find a truly ridiculous assortment of makeup and skincare products, perfumes, oils, toiletries, brushes, and so on and so forth. Some of these may look, smell or feel familiar, but many do not; and there are only minimal labels. Apply at your own risk!
Sectioned off by a charming little standalone screen with an embroidered scene of grasses and waterfowl – it’s a chamberpot! Just kidding, it’s a real toilet, it’s okay. There’s a bathtub that’s maybe big enough to bathe a goat tucked away in the corner, surrounded by porcelain tiles cutely decorated with cavorting ducks and sat on four clawed gold feet. The signature rose-scented soap is provided for the hygienic and those really into floral notes.
SITTING ROOM
You’ll find a series of settees and loveseats scattered artfully throughout this room, their gilt frames and delicate geometric patterns just as resplendent as the rest of the finery. Whoever set these up seems to have gone for appearance over comfort, however, as they aren’t nearly as well-stuffed as the beds and in fact feel a little rickety if more than one person piles onto a single seat. There’s a couple of cushions, though, along with a blanket or two that look and feel more like window curtains.
This is the most well-lit room of the lot: in addition to wall sconces, you will find slick porcelain chandeliers and bulbous table lamps sitting on pretty little end tables and tea tables. Don’t forget the ridiculously imposing black marble fireplace that takes up almost an entire wall and boasts a massive mirror above the mantel that stretches to the ceiling.
Last but certainly not least, a beautifully minimalist writing desk in black, silver-edged wood provides a whole new haven to get your inspiration on. These appear to be gently used and you can find some kind of indecipherable writing trailing across the surface like vine. Fountain pens, ink and paper are provided in spades, there are built-in alcoves for portable lighting and storing books, and each desk is able to unfold for more space and also: a whimsical secret drawer that can only be opened with the suite key.
This is the most well-lit room of the lot: in addition to wall sconces, you will find slick porcelain chandeliers and bulbous table lamps sitting on pretty little end tables and tea tables. Don’t forget the ridiculously imposing black marble fireplace that takes up almost an entire wall and boasts a massive mirror above the mantel that stretches to the ceiling.
Last but certainly not least, a beautifully minimalist writing desk in black, silver-edged wood provides a whole new haven to get your inspiration on. These appear to be gently used and you can find some kind of indecipherable writing trailing across the surface like vine. Fountain pens, ink and paper are provided in spades, there are built-in alcoves for portable lighting and storing books, and each desk is able to unfold for more space and also: a whimsical secret drawer that can only be opened with the suite key.