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[seethelanterns]

So, um. I saw my name mentioned earlier with this Homecoming thing as one of the 'princesses'. But, see, the thing is? I never did anything like this Homecoming back home, so I don't really know what to expect. I was told it's like some kind of competition, with recruiting or something? How does this work, exactly?

Since this is supposed to be a competition, good luck to all you others who were nominated! I'm sure this Homecoming will be a lot of fun!

~ Rapunzel

Comments

[morphitudinous]

It's good to see someone in good spirits about it! Some of our other nominees seem to be distressed.

It's my first Homecoming as well, but it seems to be a lot like the prom court our school dances had at home. You're campaigning for votes---trying to convince the other people in Garden to vote for you as Princess. We'll cast our ballots, and the people with the most votes in each category will be Homecoming King, Queen, Prince, and Princess.

You'll wear a crown and dance with the Prince if you win. Other things might happen as well, but I'm not sure about those.

-Instructor Cranston

[seethelanterns]

Well, there is no point getting upset or mad about it when I don't fully understand the situation yet, right?

That doesn't sound so bad though, thanks for explaining it to me. So what exactly does campaigning involved?

[morphitudinous]

Right!

It's your choice. Some people talk to their friends and acquaintances, asking them to vote for them. Others put up posters that might say something like 'Rapunzel for Princess'. Other people offer to trade favors, like 'I'll vote for you if you'll help me with my homework for two days'.

It can get ugly sometimes, but I'm sure you won't need to be underhanded to win people over, Miss Rapunzel.

[seethelanterns]

Oh, okay. I can make posters! And maybe some baking too!

Underhanded? I'm sure it won't get that overboard. I'll be fine!

[morphitudinous]

I'm glad to hear it. Good luck with the campaign!

[seethelanterns]

Thanks! I guess we just have to wait and see how it goes.

[alwaysanarcher]

Instructor Cranston gave you the basic gist of it! It's so much fun at Garden though, since we've got more than a dance, we've got a whole freaking carnival to celebrate!! :D

You need a campaign manager? I'm gonna help you out as much as I can.

- Cissie

[seethelanterns]

The carnival does sound like fun!

A manager? I guess if you're willing to help I won't object the offer.

[alwaysanarcher]

The carnival is insanely fun! There's booths, food, we don't have school... you'll have fun, I promise. :)

Yeah, you kind of need one if you're gonna win. They're basically the people who keep track of who's voting for you and where your banners are and what kind of speech you can make, etc.

[seethelanterns]

It sounds like it! We don't have to make up for the missed classes that day, right?

Oh. I see. Well, if you don't mind helping then that would be kind of great. A speech?

[alwaysanarcher]

Yeah, it's a school holiday, so we're in the clear.

Of course I don't mind helping! I offered to help, silly. ♥ You might not have to make a speech, but when you get crowned, you sometimes thank people for helping you get there.

[seethelanterns]

Ah, great!

Right. Okay then. I guess I'd want to thank you, and Eugene. And all the voters, though I can't be sure which of them would vote for me.

[cryingcamellia]

Oh, it looks like your question was already answered!

But it's nice to see a positive post about Homecoming! I used to help plan things like this all the time at my previous academy--Competing for votes can be a lot of fun! I'm brand new here, but I don't suppose you need help? I'd be glad to help spread the word, if you need it.

~ Tsubaki Yayoi

[seethelanterns]

Oh. If you wouldn't mind helping I'd love an extra hand! Cissie said she'd help be my manager but there's still probably a bit I might need help with, I'd never heard of any of this before now. So, I'd appreciate it, Tsubaki!

[cryingcamellia]

I saw you have a manager, yes! I don't mean to intrude if you two have it all planned out, of course. But I'm certainly glad to be an extra pair of hands--I know it can help with these things. I've made posters, small-scale displays, helped edit speeches, booked areas for speeches, and helped crystallize promotion angles, among other things. If your manager needs some extra manpower, I could certainly help with something.

[seethelanterns]

I'll definitely keep you in mind if Cissie and I need help then! It sounds like you have experiene in this sort of thing which would be great!