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Welcome, welcome.  I'm sure you've all been excited to see the changes to the Palais ever since the previous Count, Count Gabriel S. Penguon unfortunately passed away.

As the new patriarch, I've taken the liberty as I'm sure you've noticed of changing the name of the Palais.  Bless my dear departed brother's soul, I think it was only necessary to put the Palais in the family name of the current living Count, which is me; Oliver Tiberius Crowe.

Well, I for one am excited to show you what we've been working on in the Palais.  Come, let me show you.

The Palais De Crowe



You'll no doubt notice that many of my brother's...alterations, have been kept intact to honor his memory.  The many splendid bedrooms, the exquisite dining hall, the extravagant ballroom where we'll continue to host equally extravagant parties (though possibly not as wild and crazy as the ones I was told my brother would host), and of course our fully stocked bar which is second to none in design, service, and supply.  All of these are as they were, some restored to the prime beauty before my brother's unfortunate passing.

But before he died, my brother had just finished constructing the Palais theater with a beautiful stage where we'll be performing plays, musicals, and operas courtesy of the Gnarled Jarl Theatre Troupe.

Outside, we still have the magnificent garden with the edition of a new winter inspired maze for guests to navigate during talks.  I for one enjoy a nice stroll through the maze with a guest while we discuss business, I find it quite invigorating.

Other new additions include an all new indoor swimming pool, a gorgeous new indoor ice skating rink, and for those who want some peace and quiet with some books, I can finally announce the arrival of the Palais Grand Library, housing many books from our home of Wintreath as well as beyond. Fantasy, horror, historical, ancient, new, the Grand Library houses many books that you may never find elsewhere, and is always searching for more historical texts for the scholars in us.

However, I will make note that unlike my brother's reign as Count, the Palais will not be a luxury hotel retreat.  Citizens of Cain as well as outside guests are encouraged to come and take advantage of the Palais' many luxuries free of charge.  Our staff is here to please.  The only request is that you remain civilized as this is a distinguished establishment and, naturally, my home as well.  The bedrooms can be admired, but they are reserved for honored guests only.  Likewise, the bar is open to all, but please contain yourselves.  But please, I encourage stopping by and checking out this magnificent piece of history at least once regardless of your social status.  Rich, poor, king, queen, black, white, half tiger, half fish, man, woman, all are welcome here as long as the rules are followed.

Honored Guests:
*The Monarch (currently His Majesty Inric Nordrim Kestar, aka Wintermoot)
*The Royal Family
*House Valeria
*Wintreath-Recognized Courtiers (Counts/Countesses, Dukes/Duchesses, etc...)
*Foreign ambassadors and diplomats from other regions outside of Wintreath

In honor of the merge of House Crowe into Valeria, I'd like to host a party to celebrate.  The bars have been fully restocked and there are drinks available in the ballroom as well as the conversation pit just outside the theater.

We've also got a magnificent feast for anyone that is famished, as well as plenty of snacks.

In the gardens, we have some magnificent music playing while you enjoy the sights...and also in the ballroom if you're in the mood to dance.  All services and amenities such as the Library, Maze, and pool are open.  The indoor ice skating rink is currently closed for services...but we have a lovely lake that is frozen over perfectly at the moment for a nice skate under the stars.

In the theater, the Gnarled Jarl Theatre troupe will be performing Snow Turnip: The Musical.  It's a dramatic comedy with classical operatic moments that they ensure will be a musical to remember.

As always, honored guests are also welcome to use any of the bedrooms should they wish to retire from events, and will find that any noise from the party will not intrude their peaceful retreat.

Oooo, hors d'oeuvres and drinks, count me in! Thank you for hosting, Pengu :]

(OOC: Anytime!)

"Open the gates!" Oliver shouted as the gatemen acknowledged, pulling open the gates.  This was going to be a glorious party that would equal the glorious union of the two familes...a reunion of sorts since Oliver had history with the family as he'd learned from his brother's diary.

The fireworks had started to signal the start of the party and arrival of the guests.  Staff members waited anxiously at their posts, ready to greet the guests, take their coats, and make sure they were having a good time.  Everything in the Palais had been prepared and ready for what Oliver had assumed would be a celebration to remember.  Even the theater troupe he'd hired was rehearsing tirelessly to put on the show of a lifetime.

Everything was perfect, just how Oliver wanted it for this evening.  After checking the preperations, he made his way back to the main entrance of the Palais, composing himself as he prepared to greet each of the guests.  One by one they entered, and one by one he shook their hand and greeted them.

"Welcome, welcome to the Palais de Crowe.  It's so wonderful to see you.  I hope you have a terrific time."

(OOC: It's been so long since I roleplayed I hope I'm doing okay here)

Hapi bounded down the stairs in her nicest little black dress with a glass of the finest red wine in her right hand. Swirling the mixture around in the glass.

"Ah the distinguished guests are here I see," she joyfully exclaimed. "Welcome. Welcome." She sipped from the glass losing herself in her thoughts.

What did this union mean for her. She tried to get those thoughts out of her head and just enjoy the party at hand.

He walked in, slowly. He was unsure who he was now even as he remembered who he had been. Times change and we change with the times.

Still, this was a happy occasion and it was always good to spend time with his friends. He walked up to the host and extended his hand.

"Good to see you, Oliver. It's been a while."

You could say im not the most formal for this stuff but i love a good time. And roleplay. Lots of roleplay. Im not sure what the palaos de crowe is but sounds cool.

The anthony walks in guns blazing with literally nothing but clothing on me. Unsure what to expect, he checks out the palace and meets a familiar face. Arenado [thatdudewhodoesthething]

Im very excited to do stuff. Idk what but stuff.

Stepping out of the backseat of a limousine was a tall man with fair skin, piercing blue eyes, and short-ish brown hair combed to the right, a patch of blonde positioned right above his left temple. He wore a rather expensive looking blue button up dress shirt, making his eyes stand out more, with silver dragon head cufflinks, and some black slacks and dress shoes. He began his approach to the gates, the limo pulling away as he got to a safe enough distance. This would admittedly be his first time seeing and exploring the Palais, so he would do so with all the confidence and charm a Valerian had to offer. With his head held high and a smirk on his face, it was time to see what this joining of houses would truly mean.