EternalPhoenix Posted March 1, 2015 Posted March 1, 2015 Dunno about you, but I find there aren't that many hangout spaces for PC in Freedom. Yes, there's the Cape and Cowl club. Or Bayview Mall. But really, how many threads are set there? Is the food good? Does a PC work there? Questions unanswered. Sure, there's Silberman's Books, but that's a bookstore first and a café second. It's not the kind of place a bunch of PCs can hit up for dinner.So, I propose an idea. The Southern Queen. My PC, Queenie, alias Maybelle McQueen is the head chef. Her identity isn't secret, just not publicized. Got a PC that needs a meal? Come right on down. Need someplace to have that date? The Queen is available. Basically, if you're having a social thread and it's not "we randomly met somehow", I invite you to think of the Southern Queen. Queenie herself doesn't even have to be in the thread. She could always be out heroing, or just back in the kitchen like a restaurant's chef should be.So, how about it?
Ari Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 EternalPhoenix, a significant part of the reason for why in fiction meeting places like this work is because 1) the creators need a standby to draw/shoot, 2) there's some significance of the location to the characters involved or 3) there's some flash or quirk to the place. In a lot of ways Freedom City is a remarkably, remarkably low-key setting for a superhero universe, but sadly just offering cuisine from the American South or being operated by a superhero isn't quite enough. More than merely a platform for stories, the place must have stories of its own.
Raveled Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 EternalPhoenix, a significant part of the reason for why in fiction meeting places like this work is because 1) the creators need a standby to draw/shoot, 2) there's some significance of the location to the characters involved or 3) there's some flash or quirk to the place. In a lot of ways Freedom City is a remarkably, remarkably low-key setting for a superhero universe, but sadly just offering cuisine from the American South or being operated by a superhero isn't quite enough. More than merely a platform for stories, the place must have stories of its own. Or maybe really awesome coupons.
Thevshi Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 EP, never hurts to have more options for possible settings for a social thread. Cannot say I would make use of it anytime soon, but maybe someday. Perhaps it might be helpful to put up a general description of the Southern Queen (exterior and interior) that can be referenced by anyone wanting to use it as a setting for a social thread? Maybe also give a list and short description of a few NPCs working there that they might meet (such as waiters and host/hostesses).
KnightDisciple Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 Or maybe really awesome coupons. Everyone loves coupons. EP, never hurts to have more options for possible settings for a social thread. Cannot say I would make use of it anytime soon, but maybe someday. Perhaps it might be helpful to put up a general description of the Southern Queen (exterior and interior) that can be referenced by anyone wanting to use it as a setting for a social thread? Maybe also give a list and short description of a few NPCs working there that they might meet (such as waiters and host/hostesses). This sounds like at least a Wiki page, if not possibly also a Pinned thread in the appropriate sub-forum, similar to the ones for the various HQs we have floating around?
Heritage Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 (edited) I will definitely consider setting a thread there, EP, but I agree a pinned sub-thread makes sense in the appropriate neighborhood. Which reminds me, I should do one of those for Silberman's... Edited March 2, 2015 by Heritage
The Sailor Posted March 8, 2015 Posted March 8, 2015 I think Silberman's would be one of Endeavor's frequent haunts, Heri. Dunno if Seahawk would head to the new hangout unless she was nearby and looking for a quick bite to eat.
Heritage Posted March 8, 2015 Posted March 8, 2015 Oh, okay; let me know if you ever want to do a thread there, then!
Avenger Assembled Posted March 12, 2015 Posted March 12, 2015 Sounds like a great idea, EP! All my characters would be interested - let me know which ones you think would be the most interesting for Queenie to interact with.
EternalPhoenix Posted March 12, 2015 Author Posted March 12, 2015 Well. Fast Forward could always stop by with the wife and kids. They did work together during the Incursion.
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