The Hogwarts Hocus Halloween Hextravaganza, Before Midnight.

[pumpkinpatchsir.livejournal.com]

((Okay, the party will be divided into two parts, one taking place before midnight, and one after the Halloween spell is starting to work. This is the first part, obviously. The other will be posted immediately afterwards but takes place roughly five hours later or so, in game time. Remember, this post is for partying only, and no people-turning-into-their-costumes crack!))

ASK NOT FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS, IT TOLLS FOR THEE

Jack watched the words that were magically carved above the door to the Great Hall, in plain view of everyone entering it, and he smiled secretively. Everything was set. Tonight was going to be interesting. Who would have known magic could prove to be so useful? He made a mental note to investigate this even more for next year. Now that Sally was here, he'd be able to discuss it with her at great length. She always had such lovely ideas.

Since Jack was not exactly a beginner in the scaring people business he had carefully checked out the atmosphere of Hogwarts and gotten a distinct impression of what was considered frightening here. Outside the Great Hall the lights were out and shadows lurked in the corners. At irregular intervals (but always when one was least expecting it) the mad cackle of a deranged evil clown echoed through the Entrance Hall. Small cats black as midnight stroke around the walls, not speaking to anyone but constantly smiling evilly at anyone passing them, showing gleaming, pointed teeth. Also, because Jack never had it in him to resist the absolute classics, bats were hanging upside-down near the ceiling.

Inside the Great Hall, it was less dark and spooky, but still obviously Halloween. Cool white mist was trickling along the floor. Jack-o’-lanterns hovered in the air around an area cleared for dancing. Along one wall stood a large table with various Halloween treats: pumpkin pie, candy corn, toffee apples, hot cider, mini-cakes and a large bowl of punch.

The Halloween party could begin.

Comments

[ian-ma1co1m.livejournal.com]

"Here's a hint: 'They called me mad at the University!'" Ian replied with a smirk. "I figure, who's better qualified for the role than I?"

[dinosaurman.livejournal.com]

"I'm sure they call you mad in other places, too," Grant replied. "Anyway, Miss Marble and I were looking for a villain. Care to try out for the part?"

[ian-ma1co1m.livejournal.com]

"Ha." Ian and Fractal looked at each other. "Sure. What do we have to do?"

[dinosaurman.livejournal.com]

"Make bad wisecracks and try to kill me, of course. Prying information out of my sexy sidekick is also an option." He raised an eyebrow. "Or are Bond films too lowbrow for you?"

[ian-ma1co1m.livejournal.com]

"Lowbrow?! I'll have you know those Bond films are art. Especially 'Moonraker.' Nobody arches an eyebrow like Roger Moore."

He looked over Laura's dress. "I'd try to pry, but I can't imagine where you'd hide information in an outfit like that, Miss Marble. Sidekick, huh? I can make you a much better offer. How does partner sound? When I take over the world I can guarantee you an empire of your very own, in the equatorial climate zone of your choosing."

[wh0-kill3d-m3.livejournal.com]

Laura took a sip of punch to cover an attack of the giggles just as the clock began to chime midnight. She opened her mouth to reply when a chill passed through them all and the world turned inside-out... (http://community.livejournal.com/hogwarts_hocus/970005.html?thread=47862037#t47862037)

[dinos-eat-man.livejournal.com]

"I'll take you up on that offer, Dr. Malcolm," Ellie said, slinking over to the group in a form fitting dress. She placed her hands on Ian's shoulders and leaned into him. "It wouldn't be a Bond film without the evil mistress to distract 007, would it?" she said at the stroke of midnight.

[ian-ma1co1m.livejournal.com]

Ian turned to greet the newcomer, when a wave of unreality washed over him... (http://community.livejournal.com/hogwarts_hocus/970005.html?thread=47865109#t47865109)