In this Discord roleplay, Naomi, Thalga, and other party members engage with Dimitri, the bartender at the Shamsha Leonidas Waiting Bar, shortly after Cedric leaves but before Einar arrives.
Naomi, who has been drinking Shochu to calm her nerves, notices a tray labeled "S.P." and asks Dimitri about it. He introduces himself as Dimitri Ragnarosso, mentioning his distant connection to an ancient family from the Sevenfold Commonwealth. Dimitri explains that "S.P." stands for “Stirred Panacea,” a drink prepared for King Orpaz, though he hesitates to go into further detail. Thalga then shares her work on the "Shield of the Oasis," an innovation that creates arable land in the desert and offers protection. Dimitri responds with admiration and notes that the Shamsha has a similar cooling system called “Veins of The Tundra.”
When Dimitri brings up Lumin Einar Giedensera, Naomi reacts nervously, revealing that she and her companions have been invited to meet him. Dimitri warns of Lumin's distaste for disorder and recalls his own intense encounter with the man, who can command absolute attention in conversation. Thalga reassures Naomi, expressing faith that Einar has a purpose for their meeting. Naomi then turns to Vita, another party member, asking her about her experience serving at Einar's estate. The conversation pauses, awaiting Vita's response.
Vita, who was caught off guard, tells Naomi, Thalga, and Dimitri about her time as a servant, mentioning her rare interactions with Lumin Giedensera during lessons. She awkwardly shares that Einar chose to mentor her after she saved her village from a fire. Dimitri is surprised, reflecting on his own experience in that same fire, where he narrowly escaped death.
Vita, visibly tense, explains she acted instinctively to put out the blaze. Dimitri, rubbing his scarred shoulder, notes that even the city’s top healers couldn’t remove it. Naomi suggests a massage, and Vita offers her support, to which Dimitri responds with gratitude and humor about his access to the Silver Dragon Bathhouse.
Shifting topics, Naomi asks about the dinner. Dimitri describes a six-course meal followed by the traditional “Sunset Dance,” famed for connecting people across Concordia. When pressed about dance partners, he only hints that the “Mirror of Solaris” decides pairings.
As Naomi, Thalga, and Dimitri discuss cultural differences, Naomi asks if he’ll join the dance, but Dimitri explains he’ll be busy with work. However, he suggests that Lumin Einar might introduce them to King Anwar Orpaz, whose kindness Dimitri praises. As the ladies remember the King's absence from the public eye since the “Flamespawn Attack” ~25 years ago.
Naomi shares with Dimitri her desire to impress Lumin Giedensera, revealing her deep aspiration to join the Stewards of Solaris. Thalga, with her characteristic humor, picks up on Naomi’s nervousness, teasingly suggesting that gaining favor might involve saving the prince if he chokes on a cocktail olive.
This lightens the mood, but Naomi's ambition and the personal stakes are clear. Dimitri, switching between playful banter and genuine encouragement, engages Naomi in a subtle flirtation. Naomi notices the glow in Dimitri’s hair, prompting a playful response that it lights up in the presence of good company. Naomi asks him for one of his “excellent drinks,” but when served only water, she teases him about his skills. Realizing she may have been too harsh, Naomi apologizes, showing her reflexive guilt linked to her disciplined upbringing.
Dimitri reassures her by sharing a steward’s advice: that moments of faltering are opportunities to learn about oneself. The camaraderie peaks when Dimitri whispers to Thalga, “And that same steward also called me a cocktease once,” adding an over-the-top wink. Thalga responds with mock indignation, calling him “naughty,” which makes Dimitri laugh out loud. Naomi, overhearing, chokes on her drink, further adding to the humor. Thalga bursts out laughing, making a joke about Naomi’s mishap, and the scene closes with shared laughter, highlighting the warmth and playfulness of the group.
Key Information
Engagement at Shamsha Leonidas
Naomi, Thalga, and other party members talk with Dimitri at the Shamsha Leonidas Waiting Bar, following Cedric's departure and before Einar's arrival. Naomi notices a tray labeled "S.P." and asks Dimitri about it. He introduces himself as Dimitri Ragnarosso, mentioning his distant ties to an ancient family from the Sevenfold Commonwealth. Dimitri explains that “S.P.” stands for "Stirred Panacea," a drink prepared for King Orpaz, though he doesn’t elaborate further.
Thalga’s Innovation and Cooling System
Thalga talks about her work on the “Shield of the Oasis,” an invention creating arable land in the desert. Dimitri praises her and mentions the bar’s cooling system, “Veins of The Tundra,” which is similar to her work. The conversation shifts when Dimitri brings up Lumin Einar Giedensera, causing Naomi to nervously reveal that she and her companions have been invited to meet him. Dimitri warns of Einar’s commanding presence, recounting a past encounter. Thalga reassures Naomi, believing Einar has a purpose for their meeting.
Vita’s Background and Shared History with Dimitri
Naomi asks Vita about her experience serving at Einar’s estate. Vita shares that she was chosen for mentorship after saving her village from a fire. Dimitri is surprised, revealing he was also in the fire and still carries a scar from it. Naomi offers to help Dimitri with a massage, and Vita offers support. Dimitri humorously mentions his access to the Silver Dragon Bathhouse, lightening the mood.
Dinner, Dance, and Naomi's Aspiration
Dimitri describes the six-course dinner and the "Sunset Dance," a cultural tradition where the "Mirror of Solaris" chooses dance partners. Naomi shares her deep desire to join the Stewards of Solaris and impress Einar. Thalga jokes about the possibility of Naomi saving the prince from choking on a cocktail olive, adding humor while highlighting Naomi’s personal stakes. Dimitri engages in subtle flirtation, encouraging Naomi to relax.
Flirting, Guilt, and Shared Humor
Naomi teases Dimitri about his drinks, only to feel guilty afterward and apologize, revealing her disciplined upbringing. Dimitri reassures her, sharing a steward’s advice that mistakes are opportunities for self-growth. He jokingly tells Thalga, “And that same steward also called me a cocktease once,” which makes Thalga mockingly call him “naughty.” Naomi overhears and chokes on her drink, prompting more laughter from the group, further emphasizing their camaraderie and playful dynamic.