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[motherflocker]

[ The communicator switches on to an unusual sight, a rather busy, bustling large room. Decor is still being set up, but it looks like it's on the verge of being finished. Most of the decor is blue, blue curtains, backdrops, the lights are pristine, like glass or crystal, with bright lights that almost seem to sway with the jazz band practicing in the background, some sort of soft jazz -- the type that was perfect for either dancing or the kind that would be in a prestigious nightclub.

Which, what do you know, it actually is. Or rather, the proprietor thinks it will be. He's settled right off to the side, very obviously showing off the rest of the club, from the blue decor, to the jazz band the one or two staff that were there, in outfits that obviously said they were nearly ready to open. Although there were no patrons in the place.

Still, the owner -- supposedly the owner -- in his top hat, bowtie, monocle, and even with the lit cigarette held by an expensive holder, everything about him was pride, especially when he spoke. ]

Now then. This is much more like it, isn't it? For our fine, new partners in captivity, I suppose introductions are in order. I am Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot. The third. [ Tacked on, and very obviously important. ] I'm yet another of the imports that was transferred from one cage to another, to join the rest of you in this fine new volary that they've pressed us into.

And with this new change of scenery is a new clientèle, and I have to say, it's refreshing to start things over. [ It's a little sour, when he says that. Very obviously lip service. ]

But with our new jobs, comes new money to spend, and as a welcome to all our new friends, myself, and the newly established Iceberg Lounge -- [ he laughed. ] or perhaps I should call it the Twiceberge lounge -- here in Heropa, to any imports who attend will find themselves with a night of fine dining, dancing, and entertainment, all for half cover, and half drinks, for the next week.

I say we could all use some relaxation, yes?

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[myownbestfriend]

I have been getting tired of driving to Orlando.

[People who would look really good lounging around a penguin-themed club: Emma Frost.]

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[motherflocker]

[ Oh. My. ]

Have you been? Well, I suppose it's fortunate that I've decided to open up shop here, isn't it? I can assure you, there is no establishment that will show the standards you so obviously deserve better than mine will.

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[myownbestfriend]

Well, I'll certainly give you the chance to prove it.

[She's going to have to rein in her telepathic meddling, but such is life.]

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[sofentheblow]

...And now the long hours make sense.

[ What an attentive housemate! ]

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[motherflocker]

Ah, Dr. Sofen. They do, indeed. I'm afraid my recent absence has been necessary, to ensure a smooth opening for my new establishment.

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[selfimage]

[ostentatious would be his word for it. he pays close attention to the camera feed, to the decor and the man of curious build and his lofty announcement.]

You're feeling rather generous, aren't you? Wordplay always says a lot about someone's mood.

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[motherflocker]

Indeed it does, indeed it does.

[ Unless you're Eddie Nygma, who often indulges in wordplay no matter the mood. ]

I suppose, however, you could say that I am. There's no better way to encourage patronage than to give the pool a taste of your services.

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[selfimage]

[but Eddie Nygma is cute about it.]

To give someone a taste of the luxuries the mortal world has to offer.

[Loki's holding his phone lengthwise, settled casually in his seat with the network on speaker.]

I take it the gawking of the spectators for imPort involvement will be kept to a minimum? I don't like dressing down.

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[beenwaitinglong]

[Ooh, a jazz club. Now there's an idea.]

Place looks pretty classy.

[But...]

How's your coffee?

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[motherflocker]

Every drink I serve is superb.

And yes, of course it's classy. That's the point.

[beenwaitinglong]

I'll be the judge of that.

The coffee, not the class, that is.

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[immuno]

I'm sorry, I can't tell. Are you marketing to the niche demographic that couldn't decide if they wanted to spend their Friday night at the ice rink or a bar?

[ she's sassing because she's probably too young and this place is probably too classy to sneak into. also—sidebar—cobblepot? seriously? ]

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[motherflocker]

[ The look he provides is sour. Insulting a man's pride -- the Penguin's pride -- is a surefire way to sour his mood. ]

Neither. It's for those of us who enjoy a good time, while not compromising a certain...way of life, you could say.

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[selfequipped]

[The third stands out to her in particular.]

Do you often find that people in alternate dimensions care that you come from old money?

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[motherflocker]

[ They should, his expression says. ]

I would ask you in return, is it often that you make assumptions about people when you first meet them?

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[closetshark]

You had best be willing to ah... enforce some standards. Most of those here would likely try to show up in ragged shirts and tattered jeans to your establishment.

They have no proper class.

[Pitch's tone is amused, tinged with condescension and sporting his usual vaguely european accent. It might be english, or very old german, or none of the above really.]

What sort of menu are you offering, and should I make a resevation before hand?

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[motherflocker]

[ Class is perfect with him. You can hear the sweet smile in his voice, when he starts up. ]

There's hardly a need for a reservation at this time, but if you want to reserve a table, I'm sure one of our staff could make sure that it happens. As for the menu, it changes weekly, but besides some old standards, I do try to keep it fresh.

And there is, of course, a rather tight dress code.

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[databoner]

And if you had a customer that was... underage, by American standards? What is your policy if they don't imbibe?

[Because clubs are a great place for information, but... eighteen years old isn't old enough in America.]

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[motherflocker]

I think that depends on how much money you spend otherwise.

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[chronicbitchface]

[Aria isn't as traditionally 'pretty' as Emma Frost, but she definitely qualifies as exotic...and she's all lean, purple muscle.

Cobblepot's place looks a little too tame for her tastes, but it never hurt to get in good with people who already had money.]

What is it that you offer in the realm of live entertainment? If the girls live up to the standards of the décor, you might just be in business.

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[motherflocker]

[ It doesn't matter if she isn't traditionally pretty, he can tell a lovely woman when he sees one, and Oswald likes women -- particularly ones nobody else would have -- whether it's working for him, or on his arm, it doesn't matter. ]

Some of the best. Of course, our entertainment is mostly music. The girls are here to serve, and make sure our clients have a fine time, but this isn't a strip club, by any means.

[ No condescension, simply fact. ]

[notdaredevil]

[It's like talking to the Owl, if the Owl were another avian-themed villain...

What it's actually like is that this would probably be a lot more effective if he could see what was going on, instead of just hearing it. He gets the feeling he's meant to be impressed.]

Is this what you did before, in your...previous cage?

[Start the interrogation.]

[motherflocker]

Often, yes. I'm a businessman, after all.

What better way to continue my way of life than doing what I know best?

[ Among other hobbies, of course. ]

[imitari]

Are you sure we're classy enough for all of that?

[motherflocker]

I would say, that if you are not, you'll likely find the security is good enough to handle anyone who wants to cause a ruckus.

[ He practically puffs up, at that. ]