9681/The Scarlet Pimpernel

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The Scarlet Pimpernel
Date of Scene: 21 October 2019
Location: The New Amsterdam Theater, Broadway, Manhatten
Synopsis: The Scarlet Pimpernel is finally out on Broadway. Swordfights and dancing were had by all.
Cast of Characters: Zorro, Yellow Ranger, Zeitgeist (Julius), Scarlet Witch, Daredevil




Zorro has posed:
Tonight was finally the night that allthe enttertainment magazines in the city were raving about. It was fianlly the night when the Scarlet Pimpernel starring Hector Rodriguez was to do it's opening show. The play had been through a hyoe machine unlike any other, with promises of stunts and swordfights intermingled with the play story of Sir Percy and his band of followers in their quest to rescue French Aristrocrats from the Guillotine and avoid the fanatical Citizen Chauvelin.
    
     Some of you have been invited, others decided to come out of sheer curioisity. Either way, you find yourself outside of the The New Amsterdam Theater on a cool Autumn night. The box office is packed with people trying to get tickets and members of the press and critics are already fileing into the theater. There is a marquee above the theater advertising the play, along with a billboard with a scarlet flower on it, the image of the play itself.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Fans of the Scarlet Pimpernel aren't restricted to New York. Or America. Trini Kwan, a perfectly ordinary teenage girl from Angel Grove, British Columbia, was eagerly looking forward to the date. And as the time approaches, she teleports to a deserted alley a block over in a brief flare of yellow light. (Okay, maybe not perfectly ordinary....) Anyway, she headed over to the ticket counter, ensuring before that she had the required amount in American currency. She's wearing a long yellow dress with a light-yellow shawl around her shoulders, and purchases a ticket. "Thank you," she states, nodding, as she heads inside.

Zeitgeist (Julius) has posed:
Lucius Primus has sold most of the tickets that were donated to his charity at a small auction at the shelter. He kept one for himself though, with permissions from the donator of course. He wanted to use it as a way to network a bit, high society goes to these plays, perhaps either to just 'to be there' or to dine at the high-end restaurants afterward.

He's wearing his usual, not really dressing up with his 'one good suit' he would for the more major affairs.

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda Maximoff arrives at the theater, wearing a black strapless dress, with a pair of emerald earrings and a matching necklace that set off the green of her eyes. She walks up the way to the theater, the town car from the Avengers fleet that brought her continuing on down the street.

She reaches the door and hands them her ticket. "Yes ma'am, inside and to your right, and then down into the theater," he tells her. Wanda replies in her softly spoken, Eastern European accent, "Thank you very much. I am looking forward to the show." She smiles to the man and then continues on to not hold up the line.

Zorro has posed:
As everyone took their seats the lights begin to dim and the opening song of the play, Storybook, began. The song, as scripted ended with the main lady Marguerite St. Just announcing her weeding to Sir Percy Blakeney, Hector's Character, then the fanatical Citizen Chauvelin closing down the theater early and beheading the Marquis de St.-Cyr with the Guillotine in the miserable streets of Paris as a new song, Madame Guillotine, played.
    
     The play continued on as Sir Percy married his bride, only to find out she betrayed the Marquis to Chauvelin, leaving him heartbroken and torn between his love for her and the knowldge of what she has done. Eventually, he and a group of his friends form the League of the Scarlet Pimpernel to rescuse other aristrocrats in France from the smae fate, using the cover of careless fops to hide their true identitys. Then, during the song Rescue, a major alteration showed up when Hector, as Sir Percy arrived dressed up as The Carlet Pimpernel, crimson mask included and swung down from the rafters with a rope and started to sword fight the guards using his own fencing skills, but not lethally, and ocassionaly doing a flip over the guards.

Zeitgeist (Julius) has posed:
Lucius Primus is sitting at one of the seats that is front and center, the benefactor who donated the tickets didn't go too cheap on the purchase apparently. He watches the scene unfold and smiles and gives a little light applause at the swordsmanship, he knows that isn't for show, that's some skills that actor has.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan is watching the Pimpernel engage the guards with his swordsmanship skills. And she's honestly impressed. It's not just the usual 'pretend to fight' thing - he's _actually_ using good technique. Impressive. She's half-wondering if it's Jason playing that role. She nods, enthralled by the show.

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda Maximoff makes it to her seat, making quiet small talk with the people beside her up until the show starts. She falls silent, crossing one leg over the other and watching the show with a smile on her face.

The acrobatics draws a soft gasp from the audience, and some applause at an appropriate moment. Wanda joins in, clapping along before falling silent again and watching as the fight plays out.

Daredevil has posed:
Matt was running late. Dangers of the vigilante lifestyle, but he managed to make it in time to be shown his seatf before the show started. There is noteably an empty seat beside him.

What is a blind man doing at a show? Honestly, listening into the conversation of a trio of New York's wealthiest and shadiest up in their booth. Though he had to admit the play wasn't bad to listen to either. After all he knew a little bit about balancing a double life, and so the job became secondary to enjoyment as he let the sounds and sensations of the stage wash over him.

The swordsmanship and acrobatics are the real deal, and he 'watches' with interest. "Wonder who taught him," he mumurs to himself.

Zorro has posed:
The fight ends with the Pimpernel's sucess and yet another innocent man being save from the Guillotine. The next scene had a furious Robspierre ordering Chauvelin to find out the identity of the Scarlet Pimpernel, alongside a Belgian spy named Grappin, "who was Percy in surprise." As the play continues on, Chauvelin tries to recruit Marguerite but gets confounded by Percy's foppish act and is rejected by Marguerite. Eventually, Percy and his friends are visited by the Price of Wales,who is suspicious of their trips to France. But, they get rid of this by showing off the latest fashion, convincing him they had nothing to do with the Pimpernel's activities. The act then ends with Chauvelin threatening Marguerites friend with death unless she helps him. Pecry spies upon her doing this and wonders if he can trust her.
    
     The curtain falls, announcing intermission. A voice then says," If you wish to meet The Pimpernel, he is in the lobby. Look out for Chauvelin though, if he catches you talking to him, you will be at risk for summery beheading."

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan nods as she steps out and goes to find the Pimpernel. She nods and curtseys, then adjusts her shawl. "Very impressive performance. Glad to see that swordsmanship isn't a lost art. I can tell that you're clasically trained. I'm rather fond of the dagger and throwing knife myself, but can recognize excellent swordsmanship." She hmmmmmms softly, rather excited. "Honestly, the fact that you really know how to handle a sword, and not just acting, is the best part of the whole performance so far."

Zeitgeist (Julius) has posed:
Lucius Primus gets up and smiles a bit, ahh the french revolution, this play has it a bit more light hearted then he remembers it, he managed to avoid those guillotines but just barely. He collects himself and heads into the lobby, he awaits his turn when he searches out the Scarlet Pimpernel.

Daredevil has posed:
Chuckling lightly at the joke, Matt rises from his seat and extends his cane, walking behind it up the row to the lobby, making his apologies when he bumps into someone as part of his own little performance: The Blind Man, a one man show by Matt Murdock.

Reaching the lobby and drawn by the smell of alchohol he grabs a flute of champagne and starts to wander the lobby guiding himself by his senses towards the Pimpernel. But the show must go on, so his cane taps against Lucius' foot.

"Sorry about that, any chance you can point me to the Pimpernel?" he asks behind a self-effacing smile. "I promise I'm not Chauvelin."

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel bows polielty at the young woman and says in a voice that had a mixed French- British accent," Ah, thank you Madmosile. The art of the sword is a very exquiste art form. You said you are skilled with the dagger and throwing knife? Perhaps there is room for you in the League of the Scarlet Pimpernel." He then lets out a hearty laugh that echoed throughout the lobby as he winked at her.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan nods. "That would be lovely," she muses softly, winking back, then steps away to let others play, as she studies him. Curious. He's a very good actor and swordsman. Definitely not Jason, but that would've been hilarious. She glances at Matt and Lucius, then heads to the concession stand.

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda Maximoff rises from her seat wich much of the crowd and makes her way out towards the lobby. She wanders slowly through the crowd, not approaching others but sometimes pausing to say hello to others who stop her. The woman picks up a drink and then continues making her way across the room, finally approaching near to the actor.

Wanda waits for a convenient moment she will not be interrupting. "It is a very enjoyable show. The fighting was quite convincing. Your time with Steve and Janet seems to have been very well spent," she says to Hector with a soft smile. "And thank you for the ticket. Break a leg with the rest of the show," she tells him.

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel smiles as he watches Trini go. He then grabs a nearby lobby attendent by the shoulder and whispers something into his ear, grinning as he did. He then hears Wanda talk to him and he turns to hear and smiles while bowing. He then whispers," Thanks Wanda. I appreciate the compliment greatly. I am trying to stay in character right now, but if you can do me a favor, i would appreciate it."

Zeitgeist (Julius) has posed:
Lucius Primus hmms, "He's just over this way..." noticing the blind man's shades and cane he quickly offers, "I can lead you to him, we'll make sure we're not being followed of course." Lucius has sensed this man before, his voice is familiar too, he however plays the complete stranger for the moment.

Daredevil has posed:
The man he 'bumped into' is familiar to him as well but like him, he keeps to the act of being unfamiliar.

"Thanks," he says with a grin and extends a hand before they get under way: "Matthew Murdock."

There's a snort of laughter for the joke. "Appreciated, would hate to wind up on the guillotine."

Zeitgeist (Julius) has posed:
Lucius Primus helps Matt to The Pimpernel, "It's an honor to meet you sir." offering hand and then leaning in and doing a fake whisper, "Yes, you have many supporters out here, don't give up on your mission. Without people like you.. we'd have those in power stomping all over us." He offers Matt over to the scarlet dressed man, "He followed me, I do swear he's not an agent."

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda Maximoff gives a quick nod to Hector and says, "Of course. What is you need?" she asks him. She has a champagne flute in hand, taking a sip of the cool bubbly as she talks to the actor. Wanda glances around and offers a friendly smile to the pair that are arriving over with the actor, falling silent to let them speak.

She continues to glance around the crowd and sip her drink, turning back and catching a bit of the ongoing conversation then.

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel turns to Lucius and says while shaking his hand," Thank you my friend. I will continie to help as many people escape Robspierre and his wrath as I can. The League hasn't failed yet." He then says to Murdock," A pleasure to meet you Monsieur, thank you for coming out tonight." He then whispers to Wanda," You up for a waltz? I need someone to dance with for a little "pre-show" i am doing before the second act."

Daredevil has posed:
Matt smiles when presented to the Pimpernel, "Matthew Murdock," he says, "Pleasure is all mine, haven't been to a show before, might make a habit of it, it's been an amazing experience so far."

Though sensing the Pimpernel has business with the lady beside them Matt leaves it at that stepping away to give them a moment to talk.

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda Maximoff nods back to Zorro at the whispered question. "Certainly, I'd be happy to. Just let me know when," she tells him. Wand gives the Pimpernel a warm smile, and then glances towards Matt Murdock. Having caught his name perhaps, she says to him, "Pardon me, would you be the attorney, Matthew Murdock?"

Wanda gives her empty glass to one of the passing waiters, but waves off an offer of getting her a refill. She turns back to the Pimpernel and Matt.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan circles back, noting Matt's special cane. She comes back. "Great show so far," she stats. "Oh, I'm Trini. I'm from out of town - came by just to see the show," she states. "Impressive that the Pimpernel actor really knows how to use a blade."

Daredevil has posed:
"Afraid so, but don't let the job fool you, I am really a nice guy," Matt replies with a wry grin to Wanda and holds out his hand in her direction. "I'm sorry I didn't catch your name."

Trini's arrival is met with a smile and an offered hand as well. "His swordsmanship definitely sounded impressive, people gasped at least six times," he says "And I'm Matt Murdock, good to meet you, life long New Yorker myself, where are you from?"

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel grins as he watches the three converse with each other. His eyes then drift over to a live band nearby playing music to liven up the mood in the area. He stomps his foot three times, signaling the band. Suddenly, the band starts playing waltizing music. The Pimpernel then taps Wanda on the shoulder and offers his hands as he says in his Pimpernel voice," May i have this dance Madmosile?"

Scarlet Witch has posed:
Wanda takes the hand as it offered towards her. "Wanda Maximoff," she replies to Matt Murdock. Rarely does she wish to draw too much attention to herself in public, but she adds for Matt, "Of the Avengers. I believe your name was mentioned once or twice in regards to... I don't recall which incident. Perhaps helping someone establish citizenship and an identity? I do not know if the case was ever referred over to you or not, but you were mentioned as a capable resource for such matters," Wanda tells him.

As the music changes, and her shoulder is tapped, Wanda offers her hand to the Pimpernel. "Most certainly, sir," she tells him, and will let him lead her to the dance floor. Wanda is a moderately capable dancer at least, and the JVD dress she wears just flows and shows her off as her body is led into motion by her dance partner.

Daredevil has posed:
"Ah, well glad to be meeting too celebrities tonight," Matt says when Wanda mentions she's an Avenger. "And yes, I remember that case," he says. "If you've got a similar case that needs some help," he produces a card and hands it over. "Don't hesitate to call."

Then he lets Wanda and the Pimpernel get on with their dance.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan ponders. "Mr. Murdock, would you care to dance?" she asks, her hand raching out to gently touch Matt's to show where she is. "You're one of the Avengers?" she asks Wanda, distracted by that concept. Of course, Trini has a secret identity, but she is oathsworn never to speak of it. "I'm from British Columbia. I took the Zetaport all the way here just to watch the show." She was asked where she's from.

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel grins and leads Wanda out to the dance floor. As he begins to dance with her, it is quite obvious that Hector has had some practice with Waltzing, he was probably planning this thing for weeks. As the press begin to take pictures and it seemed like other people were about to join in, a shouting was heard. Three French Soldiers descend from the stairs and start to charge at the Pimpernel, who quickly stops dancing and pulls out his sword and starts yet another sword fight.

Daredevil has posed:
"Of course," Matt says to Trini with a smile as she leads the way to the dance floor. "Just take it slow okay?"

Hector might be a great dancer, but Matt has to pretend he's barely aware of where he's putting his feet. Though he makes a point of not stepping on Trini's toes. "British Columbia, wow that's quite a trip. How was the Zetaport, my friend Danny says it's safe, but I am not sure about being torn apart to my constituent atoms."

That's when the soldiers crash in and for a moment, Matt tenses, stance shifting quickly but noticably into a defensive stance by Trini, as if he could tell where the soldiers were coming from, but just as quickly when it's clear it's part of the show he slips back into his act, and the guard drops.

"Looks like it's another part of the show, how's the sword fighting?"

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan smiles faintly. "It's fine. You don't even feel a thing. Just a brief flash of light, and you're several thousand miles away." She is doing a slow dance, careful of her partner's blindness, gasping a bit at the show. "It's a three-on-one. He seems confident but slightly troubled." She lowers her voice. "I know it's a show - but the French guards are just acting - the star actually can fight though is making it look good."

Zorro has posed:
The Pimpernel grins as he begins his fight with the French soldiers, the sounds of their proprs swords clanging against each other echoes across the lobby. The Pimpernel suddenly makes a athletic dash across the room towards the concession stand. He pickes up a punch bowl and splashes it on a oncoming guard, who slips and falls on the wet floor. The second guard charges, but The Pimpernel suddenly leaps out of the way, causing the guard to crash into a prope table, smashing it in the process. The thrid guard then charges at him, but is seemingly punched in the face, and sent sstaggering back near Trini. The Pimpernel then grabs a fake wine bottle from a waiter and tosses it at Trini. He then make a hand motion, telling her to smash it over the guard's head.

Daredevil has posed:
Matt nods, "I heard it was painless, I am just curious on the metaphysical side of things, the Church hasn't made a ruling on life, death, the soul and Zetaports yet," he says with a bit of a wry tilt to his smile.

"Sounds vigorous, like one of those old Basil Rathbone films, I remember seeing some before," he gestures at his eyes. Though when the fight comes to Trini he stays put, comitting to the blind act even if he's hit in the process.

Yellow Ranger has posed:
Trini Kwan smiles as she watches the spectacle. "Damn, he's a good actor. Wouldn't surprise me if he actually is a vigilante of some sort," murmurs, "Stay behind me." She then winks at the Pimpernel, grabbing the bottle as indicated, and she does as instructed and smashes the bottle over the guard's head. "For the Pimpernel!" she calls out, carried away in the excitement of the whole thing.

Zorro has posed:
The guard stands still for a moment after getting the bottle smashed over his head, his hair soaked with apprently wine. He then lets out a small, comic grin before collapsing unconcious. The Pimpernel grins and lets out a hearty, victorious laugh as he give a bow to the now hooting and applading audience. He then flees from the scene, his red cape trailing behind him as he does. A voice then says over the loudspeaker, act 2 is now beginning, please come abck to the auditorium.