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[ The video clicks on to a redhead in pleather, fussing as she hot-glues part of the white design on her catsuit back into place (she could sew it, sure, but that's too much effort for a single day of suffering). Verity also isn't wearing her glasses and the hair isn't hers, a wig mimicking her friend's. ]

Since I'm already in Heropa to help clean up for the weekend, I figured I'd go to that convention getting advertised. [ That explains the mostly-finished cosplay, then. ] Just wanted to toss out a disclaimer in case someone thinks I actually might be Lorelei on the way to or from the nerd gala, out of context, and feels like exacting revenge for whatever. [ Lor's shady, this is the truth. Even her pals admit it with a straight face. ] I go splat very easily, unlike a certain lady I know.

[ Cosplaying a bro? Yes. Easiest option for a human lie detector, since she knows Lorelei's awesome powers are real. ]

Is anyone else going for a breather and who will you be dressed as? I'm half-blind like this, you'll have to come find me.

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You're actually dressing up?

[After her bit about Loki and his nerdy keychains that he could have had, Kate's a little surprised by this development.]

I didn't take you for the type.

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[ Her chuckle is quiet, not self-deprecating in the least but something obtuse and old. A little weathered. ]

It's just for fun, a bit of dressing up. Do I give off the impression I grind my teeth all the time?

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Is that the swooning girl?

[As he recalls from their conversation. The video's at a bit of an angle towards the ceiling, but the tip of a set of golden horns can be seen as Hiccup works on touching up something out of sight.]

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Not at all. But—I'm a fun-loving girl whose only costume tends to be used for actual heroics. Dressing up as a ... thing you're a fan of ... [She motions vaguely with her hand.]

It's always been weird to me. Even with Billy and Teddy around.

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[ Snorting when she catches a glimpse of those horns. ]

Yeah, although if she were here she'd want a better title than that. Are you making ... Are those —?

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I'm pretty weird on a whole other level that's never even seen a catsuit, this doesn't phase me. Although the damn thing's tight, I can't see how anyone ever gets anything done it these. What's wrong with a sweater and jeans ...

[ Ugly sweaters and old jeans don't strike much fear into the hearts of bad guys, Verity. ]

You're not dressing up, I take it?

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Does she have a fancy title? Cause that's pretty much all I know about her.

[There's a jolt when she lets on what she's seeing, making him shove the shove a bit further away to get himself completely out of sight.]

Gyaah, uh, you weren't supposed to see that. Not yet anyway. It was supposed to be — [A surprise. But alas.] It was all I could think of.

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I wasn't planning on going.

Though now I feel like I might be missing out. I'm betting this is the only time you'll wear something like that, huh?

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If I ever consider wearing what basically amounts to cling-film again, shoot me in both knees with all the arrows you own.

That would be a yes, the only time.

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The entire weekend?

[Asked in a thoughtful tone. This is a deciding factor!]

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I don't think so. You'd have to ask ... your model.

[ Okay, no, she tried not to laugh. ]

You're making those too big, they'll look goofy.

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God, no, only Saturday. If I have to sweat inside this thing for more than a few hours, I'll need to dial 911 to get peeled out.

[ Only good part of this is losing half a stone in sheer water. ]

I have a hotel booked, we can mess around for the rest of the weekend if you want to come along. Free half of the double-bed? Also, inclusive breakfast.

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[Taking off the horns, Hiccup peeks his head in on the screen to give her a pout for the laugh.]

Goofy? These are very professionally made, missy. I am an expert in the sewing category. Don't criticize a work of art.

[Waving an accusing finger at her!!]

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The hotel room makes up for the lack of Verity-in-a-catsuit! Count me in.

[This is five-hundred percent not Kate's thing, but she figures she's been so bored lately, anyway.]

They still have the ... pass thingies available, right?

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[ Wehhh. ]

Did you put actual effort in? I just bought mine and started gluing the right pieces on top.

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[ They can buy stickers for Kate's cast! ZAP!!! BANG!! WALLOP! ]

I have a spare, seemed a good idea to grab two just in case. Is there anything you want to do while we're there? Besides watch robots fight and pay for severely overpriced food.

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Of course, I put — [Another pout, rubbing the back of his ear.] They said everyone spends weeks putting together stuff for this thing, so I figured I'd, I don't know ...

[Fit in. He's really trying his best.]

There's just a few bits left. I'm just having trouble getting the finishing touches right.

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[They can slowly apply them as Loki winces in pain as they cover up his amazing artwork.]

... What else do you do at these?

[Still out of her element, Kate is now staring at the site in another tab and mouthing, "The romantic hero? Really?"]

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[ Oh no, that's sweet. ]

I'll help you with the details, if you like. What are you having trouble with?

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I don't ... usually go. [ Itching her hair OH WAIT IT'S A WIG fuck fuck that's why it's itchy in the first place. Mobius wig. ] I figured since most of this stuff will be real, even if it's not accurate, it won't be such a pain.

[ To be around. And she does like having fun, it's just so hard. ]

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All the gold. Gods, there's so much of it. [That's what he gets for trying to portray a god.]

The color's too dull. But I couldn't find any trim that was shiny enough. Plus, there's the, uh ... nail paint I still need to get.

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We'll find something cheap and tacky to cut up for the gold accents. As for the nail-polish, I'm ten-thousand percent certain he'll let you borrow his for authenticity.

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I'd prefer to leave it a bit of a surprise for now.

[HE WANTS TO IMPRESS SENPAI OKAY. Cue the sheepish smile.]

Just wait until you get a look at Toothless, too.

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[Amused-looking Rikki is amused.] I'm going, but I wasn't planning on dressing up as anyone.

[She is planning to score some Captain America merch if she can.]

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Ah, right. [Kate considers that for a moment.]

Hey, why don't we go down the schedule and circle whatever sounds the funniest? We can be surprise imPort guests at completely inappropriate panels!