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[sworntovalor]

[ When the feed clicks on, it's done hurriedly as though as a last minute decision, and it's just in time, too. What can be seen is by no means a proper ceremony: they're not in the Great Hall, Arthur's crown is not his own, and the rest of the Court of Camelot is not in attendance.

Instead, Lancelot is knelt before Arthur in the middle of New Camelot's cleared out living room. Both men are in their full armour (repaired and cleaned by the worst servant ever after the Darkness event) without surcoat, and Arthur is wearing a long, red cape that doesn't have the Pendragon crest on it, but was a nice last minute touch by the very same worst servant ever.

Arthur's sword is drawn, but they are by no means fighting, and the Prince touches the end of his blade to each of Lancelot's shoulders before he can be heard speaking. ]

Arise, Sir Lancelot - Knight of Camelot, and guardian of Asgard.

[Even from this wide angle, the emotion on the recently knighted man's face is impossible to ignore. If a picture is worth a thousand words, this video is worth a million. Lancelot rises to his feet to the sound of deafening cheers and applause, the image shaking as the cameraman cheers and claps along with the rest of the crowd. Blurred as the image gets, the smile on Lancelot's face remains clear; so bright it could keep Asgard lit all on its own.

As he turns to face his audience, the bracelet tumbles out of the enthusiastically cheering hands, and the feed turns black before ending.]

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[whatagoodgirl]

[Nakama's eyes cloud with tears - after all of the terrible things that happened, so many people are presenting them with happy images and promises of better things. The strength is awe-inspiring.

She claps along, tears streaming down her face.]

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[sworntovalor]

[It takes him a while to respond; everyone in the small audience that gathered for the ceremony demands his attention, seeking to congratulate him. His smile is still bright by the time he makes his way to his bracelet, but the sight of her softens it. He isn't sure how to address her tears, so instead he addresses her applause.]

Thank you.

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[pratentious]

Nakama.

[ He says her name warmly, affectionately. It's good to see her outside of the darkness, away from that hardship. There is light here, something far more gentle and suited to her. ]

You should join us. I am certain these celebrations will make for quite the evening, and we would be glad to have you.

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[sparkling_eyes]

Lancelot...!

[Lyon knows exactly how he must feel right now. It's the same sense of pride that swelled within her when she was accepted as an apprentice Queen's Knight, and again upon her full induction. Her own heart swells with pride for him, and it's impossible to keep a bright smile from her face as she watches the ceremony.]

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[sworntovalor]

Lady Lyon -

[Somehow, seeing the look on her face only makes his smile brighter. He knows she understands what so few others ever could. He inclines his head respectfully; they are equals now.]

[tradingsecrets]

Oh wow! Congratulations Lancelot!

[pratentious]

If we are to be in attendance of your wedding, it should only seem fitting we demand your presence for these celebrations in turn. Bring your wife and friends, if they will join us.

[sworntovalor]

Thank you very much, Finnick.

[It truly seems like that his face is just now...stuck with that smile.]

As Arthur said - we would be honored if you would wish to join us.

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[needlebearer]

[Arya looks absolutely delighted, and beats her hands together enthusiastically.]

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[pratentious]

Arya.

[ A smile. ]

I don't suppose you and your brother might be familiar with these affairs? I fear these modern folk won't know a proper celebration unless we show them firsthand.

[ We need people to instigate a food fight, okay, Arthur will be sorely disappointed if at least three chairs aren't broken by the end of the night. ]

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[sworntovalor]

[He doesn't know her, but inclines his head respectfully in gratitude nevertheless.]

Thank you, my lady.

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[gwenhwyfar]

So that's what it's like.

[Murmured curiously.]

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[pratentious]

[ Curious in return! ]

A knighting?

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[sworntovalor]

It is.

[Yes, that's what it's like to have your dreams come true.]

If you would wish it, I would be deeply honored by your presence.

[It's not a party without all his closest friends, and she already made her way to that category.]

[ ACTION ][ OPEN TO ALL ]

[pratentious]

[ Use this thread to mingle to your heart's desire, since I've no doubt that they will eventually end up with the whole of Asgard on their doorstep. There'll be food and drink, both alcoholic and child-friendly, and since this is all happening at New Camelot, they can also be out in the yard. Just no sneaking into the bedrooms, hey? :|

Consider this like any other log; you can make your own thread and pop around others as well! Have at thee, ye wild fiends! ]

open to errybody 8|

[minifridge]

[This is such a trip that Mary can't stop grinning- Lancelot's happiness is beyond adorable, the experience of being at a knighting keeps routinely blowing her mind, and seeing Arthur acting like actual ripped-from-the-movies royalty is just. weird.

After picking up the fallen bracelet, Mary somehow worms through the many people to pull Lancelot into a hug, albeit a gentle one around the armor.

Once she's hassled Lance enough, she'll be buzzing around all over the place, setting out chips and dip (because really, cooking? nfw) and drinks, and talking to people. After about half an hour, she'll pretty much have a drink in her hand constantly.]

video; /SOBS INTO HANDS I'M HOURS LATE HOW CAN THIS BE?

[unfalteringly]

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I knew that this would happen for you. I may not have expected it here, but I still knew it. Congratulations Lancelot.

video; SERIOUSLY HDU

[pratentious]

It was due time to happen, and all the better that you might be here to bear witness so that the good Knight might celebrate amongst friends.

VOICE。

[refute]

Hmph. How fortunate we are to have a protector such as yourself ‘Sir Lancelot’. [ Even if she sounds like she isn’t being geniune, she actually is. Not only that, but after all of the deaths and injuries their was as of late something like this was almost like a blessing in disguise. ] You have my congratulations on your promotion.

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[sworntovalor]

[An unfamiliar voice, and one he feels might even be mocking him. One would think it would do something to that smile of his, but no. Nothing could wipe it off his face right now, so instead he chooses to take it as a genuine compliment, and inclines his head respectfully.]

Thank you, my lady.

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[dragonspeak]

[Oh fiddlesticks, that's the bracelet he just dropped, isn't it?]

Sorry, sorry!

[A quick sweep of the ground, and Merlin's holding it up triumphantly again.]

Found it! And you've got some messages already.

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[sworntovalor]

[He laughs heartily and takes the bracelet back, sliding it over his wrist. To lose today of all days would be incredibly ironic.

Or perhaps, it would simply be a fit punishment. The unworthy knight does not get to enjoy his knighthood.]

Thank you, Merlin.

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[permutation]

[ OMG SHE'S SO PROUD OF YOU RIGHT NOW ]

Lancelot! You were knighted! [ And by Stab Wound, no less ] That's so great!

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[sworntovalor]

[He smiles at her fondly, every familiar face that shows up to congratulate him warms his heart.]

Yes...would you like to come join the celebration, Mystique?

[video fail.]

[holmes_fanatic]

[Is this what I think it is ... ? Conan's scanning the bracelet feed when he happens across the broadcast. Conan might not know Lancelot, but the emotion on his face is clear and Arthur in a kingly role really does have the feel of legend.

It's an encouraging sight and Conan opens the feed to reply. But for some reason, he just can't muster the cheery 'Conan' reply. His smile fades and he blinks, before hurriedly hitting the end feed button.

Hopefully no one saw that.]

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[sworntovalor]

[No such luck, Conan. Hasn't anyone told you once something is on the network it can never be completely taken back?

The newly re-knighted man looks into his bracelet in concern.]

Conan? Are you alright?

[video] LATE LATE LATE /cries

[extraordinarymuse]

[Oh wow. Here, have a very excited-for-you Kate.]

Congratulations, Sir Lancelot.

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[sworntovalor]

[She gets a smile with extra warmth; after everything they've been through, she's earned it.]

Thank you, Kate. [And a slight respectful bow, as well.]

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[whitechocolate]

Dude... congratulations! [He's so happy for Lancelot.]

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[sworntovalor]

[He has no idea what he means by 'dude' but he can understand 'congratulations'.]

Thank you, Sam.

latest do I get cake; text

[white_raven]

[...he hadn't really fully realized that Lancelot wasn't a knight yet. As such, this comes as a rather bit surprise to him, and to keep that out of his voice since it might be misunderstood (and also because he still has no clue what to make of him) this message will be text]

Congratulations. [He wants to add something, to add a personal note and make it look less curt, but...] I hope you have a good celebration.

no one is late but have cake anyway; video

[sworntovalor]

Thank you. [His eyebrows furrow in concern at the text; instantly thinking of the worst scenario. Is he hiding an injury of some sort?] Are you alright? Would you like to come join us?

[Action | Feel free to catch him]

[foodshortage]

[When Arthur had invited him, Uther hadn't given a clear answer whether he would show up or not. He spent the time following that call torn, torn between his own decisions and Arthur's, torn between what he would do and what Arthur would do as the king that the people will love, what Arthur would do as a man and for the kingdom he wants to live in.

Finally, when it's time, Uther ends up going to watch Arthur. There is something so very painful in seeing Arthur stand there with a red cape that lacks nothing but the crest, but there is also something so very beautiful in it and it's hardly like it's any different from any other knighting. Except it's not the same at all, because nothing is the same, everything has changed, and Arthur is tall and proud and stands entirely on his own, and Uther's heart aches with the knowledge that here, he has only weighed Arthur down, and nothing else.

Uther doesn't stand amongst the crowd. He stands at the very edge of it, where he can still see Arthur clearly but where he hopes not to be seen, and when it's over, he turns around to leave.

Without a cape, without a crown and sword, in what can't be called a kingdom but still Arthur's, and that he has no place in.]

[Action | catches!!!]

[sworntovalor]

[Uther is beyond a doubt the last person he expected to show up here. While they got along well enough when the darkness surrounded them, he was rather certain that the light would restore them to their previous stances.

The king did not strike him as one who would so easily sway.

And yet, here he was. Watching without interruption, which he takes to be the closest he might ever get to approval from the man.]

Your Highness? [He doesn't mean to press his luck but if the king could be persuaded to stay, he's certain it would mean much to Arthur. He may be independent and strong, but Lancelot knows full well that it does not change the longing to ones parents.]