She sings! She dances! She can help you pay your taxes!

[seemstressed]

Name: un: Taru
Date: Feb 13th
Format: Video

_{[When the feed connects there's nothing to be seen other than a standard sized, wooden chair in the middle of a meagerly furnished dorm room. Soon however a rather petite figure comes into view, one with a cute face and rather large, pointy ears. She can't be more than three feet tall by the looks of it and once she's clambered atop the chair she's left standing on it, only to thrust her arms dramatically in the air for a big wave, a high pitched voice following the action.]}

Hullo! I'm Tataru Taru but just Tataru will do. Twenty one summers old and at your service!

_{[That's right, she's just fun sized. Her arms drop to her sides as she continues.]}

Now I know I haven't been here for very long, but I realized rather quickly that not many here have heard of Lalafell. No I am not a Fae, nor am I anything but a fully grown lady - we Lalafell are simply a small, youthful race - and quite successful might I add, especially when it comes to trade and magic.

_{[She gestures to herself, pointing to her chest.]}

So, for those curious Monsters and Witches out there, not only am I a Lalafell lady but I'm almost a whole Yalm in height. Quite tall!

_{[And she's proud of it too. Now that that's out of the way...it's time for The Hustle.]}

Anyroad, since I've to make a home for myself here and have only found part time work...I wanted to offer my services! Surly tax season is creeping up on everyone, yes? Keeping track of finances and spending, either business or personal, is my specialty! I'm also a very skilled seamstress. If there's something you need made I can sew it! Cooking? Cleaning? Mining? Juggling? Entertainment in the form of song and dance? I can do it all!

If you've any questions don't be shy! Send me a message or come say hello when I'm working at Precogstitchin' or The Sly Seadog! Hope to hear from you all!

_{[With a smile and big wave she's hopping off the chair, only for the feed to cease a moment later.]}

Comments

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[poisontippedcure]

You surely don't waste any time, do you?

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[seemstressed]

Of course not! Time is coin and coin is what a person needs to live. Wasting either is a sin.

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[clickclickbang]

So! I've gotta get them back up and running but if I need someone who's better at accounting than me for my businesses...

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[seemstressed]

Count me in! What sort of business do you run?

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[inlikethebrume]

Juggling, hm? My, you do everything don't you?

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[seemstressed]

It's good entertainment! And I try. Better to know how to do lots of things than simply a few.

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[guesser]

[ his feathers are bab, but it seems they almost want to stand on end-! almost! not that one could see it much since all the camera is getting is a big red eye. ]

How much a day—?!

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[seemstressed]

For what, exactly?

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[supersoldier]

[Tataru’s familiar face and equally comparable enthusiasm from when they last spoke... Well, it warrants comment, when he might have usually chosen to ignore this.]

How do you plan on turning juggling into a profitable skill?

[This is the second time she’s mentioned it. It’s worth pointing out, even for him.]

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[seemstressed]

It's a good source of entertainment, especially if you juggle sharp objects.

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[mirrortide]

What's taxes? Or finances? Or... any of that. I mean, I know what cooking and cleaning is, [Not that she's ever DONE it, but.

Listen. She's gotten most of her human information from TV, and there is distinctively not a TV here.]

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[seemstressed]

Tax is money one usually owes the government. Finance involves money, simply put, and how it's spent or earned.

video; un: xXx_tWiStEd_MiNd_xXx

[morbide]

[He's still doing his counting. It's been almost two weeks since the new arrivals filtered in, and Tataru says she has yet to make a home for herself. Most Mirrorbound leap at the opportunity for free housing, while the thought of anything so generous being free was too daunting for Henry, who preferred to take as little resources as possible.

If she doesn't have a home... Oh no. The dark mage is smiling, but there might be a hint of panic to his features. Hard to say with the shit camera.]

Umm... Hey, Tataru? Are you really living on the streets? Because, y'know, I don't think any of the folks in charge of housing would mind if somebody like you took up some of the housing they offer. You don't have to live on the streets! I get that it's not too bad. Trust me, the rats are adorable, finding food's not too hard to do in a big city like this, and getting some shut-eye's easy when you pretend all of the noises are just nocturnal Monsters. But you can have a house!

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[seemstressed]

Living on the streets? Oh, oh no Henry, no. I'm not. I've just been staying in a room at the Coven for now. I don't plan on staying here for too long but I won't be homeless, rest assured.

_{[How sweet of him...she can't help but find herself smiling, touched that he's clearly worried about her. Was he weird? Yeah, but concern is a kind thing to have for others, especially people you've only just met a week or two ago.]}

I'm afraid I'm a bit wary still of the housing they offer. The last thing I want is to be roped into a contract and indebted right from the start.

_{[So she's been taking her time to look into it, to make sure it's really no strings attached.]}

How is your living situation though Henry? You aren't on the streets now, are you?

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[sylphid]

[Fie stares into the camera, appearing slightly curious. In reality, she's very curious. Someone shorter than Towa??]

How big is a yalm? It's a little hard to tell on the video.

[seemstressed]

A yalm is three fulms, or the size of a bastard sword blade. A fulm is the size of an adult Hyuran foot, generally speaking.

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[unsundered]

What do you even need all that money for?

[Says the guy who hasn't had a job since he's been here, and has been sponging off of two households this whole time without a shred of guilt.]

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[seemstressed]

_{[Sorry she's an Independent Woman, Emet-Selch.]}

...Do Garleans not need money to live? _{[Not even being cheeky here, genuine question.]} If I've to make a home for myself in this place I want to be able to live comfortably and be successful.

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[selfishwish]

Are...we supposed to be paying somebody taxes?

[Momiji looks concerned! No one gave him that part of the introductory handbook when he got here, and it has been a while, and he has maybe just been keeping most of his earnings under his bed.

Help, fellow small, youthful person!]

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[seemstressed]

I would imagine so? No matter where you end up, a person can never escape taxes.

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[slayvega]

Would cooking lessons be possible?

[ Silky did all the cooking so she may or may not be floundering a bit on her own. ]

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[seemstressed]

Certainly! Are you interested in learning the basics or just new dishes? _[Pause.] Or both?

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[darkcharge]

Very small, by the looks of it.

[ Because that is what he is going to focus on, of course. ]

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[seemstressed]

Oh? And how big are you? The size of an oak tree?

text; un: scenarios

[silentsavant]

We aren't responsible for paying taxes around here. [Those who take advantage of free housing, anyway.] I'm reasonably sure that's the Coven's jurisdiction. Nevertheless, I'm sure you could be of assistance to some of the local businesses in that regard.

text; un: taru

[seemstressed]

Is that so? Well then, that's a relief if it holds true. Hopefully I can make myself useful to some here.

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[fiddlestick]

W-Wait, do we actually have to do taxes!?

[THATS TERRIFYING]

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[seemstressed]

Why wouldn't we? Taxes and death are the two things in life that one can never escape, no matter where you are. Even if a tax isn't outright paid for it can be hidden within other costs.

Still, it's a matter I'm looking into.

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[quintessent]

[A seamstress! Allura sighs wistfully,]

I do not have any money yet myself... [Said like someone who has never had to worry about money before in her life. She's not spoiled but being a princess comes with some perks.] But once I do, I would like to commission you for your sewing skills, Tataru.

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[seemstressed]

I would be delighted to sew you something to wear, Princess!

_{[She's so pretty...and long! Yes, she has so many ideas. She'd look so good in so many outfits!]}

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[fabrications]

[ Wait a minute, hasn't he met this this person already... ]

I can't say taxes were something I thought to worry about, so it's good to know someone here has experience in that area.

[seemstressed]

_{[Hey mister stranger, you look familiar. Weren't you in that dream where she nearly drowned in the jungle? Maybe not. Who knows...either way, not important! Taxes are.]}

Lots of experience! I'm quite skilled when it comes to accounting, so you'd be in good hands I promise.

un: gioia.

[trouvaille]

( hmm. )

I could use the seamstress part. If you're actually decent with numbers, I also might be able to give your name to new clients I can't take. I offer freelance financial consultancy work to mainly the aristo set.

( natives, not mirrorbound, for one simple reason: they have more money. this is why she's had enough to cushion her during a period of not working. )

un: taru

[seemstressed]

I'm far more than decent. You could say balancing budgets is a passion of mine. Passing my name along would be quite appreciated!

What did you have in mind to be made?

/private, un: avenger.

[ressusciter]

Your talk of accounting is an intriguing one. Do you have any experience in regards to investments?

un: taru

[seemstressed]

Lots of experience! I've been investing coin for the organization I've worked for for many years.

[finesseblade]

I didn't know you could sew.
How much do you charge for simple repairs...?

[ He may have arrived here straight out of a warzone with only the clothes on his back. He found a sewing kit in the house, but his own sewing skills have proved... lacking.

(His seams look more like sutures. Help him). ]

un: taru

[seemstressed]

I can!
What sort of repairs did you have in mind? Holes to be patched? Tears? Buttons needing to be reattached? It depends on how quick I can do them, but if they truly are simple the cost wouldn't be much.
Alterations or custom apparel commissioned from scratch are far more costly.

voice; un: METTATON

[metalcrusher]

[Her height? Her race? Would that bother not only a shapeshifting rectangle, but one who lives among people who look like this? No. But he understands her disclosure, since he has to do it like daily. Not about his age, but his... sentience, or capacity for emotion.]

WELL WELL WELL. AN ENTERTAINER, A SEAMSTRESS, AND AN ACCOUNTANT, WRAPPED UP INTO ONE COMPETENT, CHARMING LADY? YOU'RE REALLY COMING AFTER MY OWN HEART... AND, APPEALING TO MY SENSIBILITIES.

AS A FREQUENT AT PRECOGSTITCHIN'... I WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOUR WORK! CONSIDERING I'M ENTIRELY ON THE HUNT FOR TALENT. TALENT IN ENTERTAINMENT, YES... BUT ALSO IN FASHION! TELL ME, BEAUTIFUL. WHAT DID YOU DO PRIOR TO COMING HERE, WITH SUCH AN IMPRESSIVE RESUME?

un: taru

[seemstressed]

<sub>[What is even happening this voice is so...it's a lot. Let her just...stick the device under her pillow to dampen the sound since she doesn't know how to turn the volume down yet.

Anyway...]</sub>

Before arriving here I was essentially the accountant and receptionist for an organization tasked with keeping the realm safe from enduring ruin once more.

_{[No reason to get into Primals and all that right now.]}

While spending time in Ishgard I enhanced my sewing abilities and also worked at the tavern in town as an entertainer.

video; un: shinykagari

[recklessbelief]

You're... [Akko blinks a little before breaking out into a wide grin.] You're so cute!

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[seemstressed]

Oh, why thank you!

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[wordsinthesoul]

I can see you're certainly going to be keeping yourself busy.

[Which isn't bad- he has things he wants to look into himself, but he does wonder how much she will be taking on. hah…]

If you need an endorsement, I can certainly give that- though I don't believe I knew you'd taken to the stage so well. Perhaps I'll see you there?

[…he does, technically, have an outfit that could use alterations, besides.]

[seemstressed]

Don't I always?

_{[Can Tataru ever not keep herself busy? Does anyone even want to see her when she's not...]}

I suppose you never did see me perform at The Forgotten Knight. If I do make my way to a stage here you're to be front row!

_{[That being said...]}

And how have you been keeping busy Thancred?

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[omnicrafter]

If we have to do taxes here, I guess I'm gonna be in trouble.

[Says Irhya, wearing a devil-may-care grin that indicates she welcomes the potential trouble with open arms.]

Multi-talented Lalafellin secretary to the rescue, aye? I do hope it's not a trial by combat this time.

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[seemstressed]

I think a lot of people are.

_{[Ah, another Miqo'te woman. Could this be the fabled fourth Warrior she hadn't met yet? Or was it simply a person from Eorzea like the Ala Mhigan woman she'd met? Tataru's sure she'll figure it out soon enough.]}

I don't think even Ishgard's most prude individuals would force a tax evader to participate in trial by combat.