Journal of the Marquis de Sade

Admiral, for each person on the Barge who is of an acceptable age, give them a nice bathrobe. Something in silk. Everyone has a right to enjoy such things.

...For the especially young ones, I realize that's too suggestive a present. A blanket for each of them (if there is more than one, I have honestly lost count). Rabbit fur.

For specific individuals I suppose I've a short list.

Arthas - The usual. Add an inch and a little extra girth.

Castiel - A statue of the Holy Virgin. Because why not?

Dr. Crane - A fine new coat. Something fashionable.

Rex Lewis - A puzzle of some sort. Something unique. Something to occupy his time.

Mademoiselle Knope - A nice brooch. Something in blue.

Monsieur Rhade - A bottle of fine wine. Pick a good year. Bottled on Good Friday. It's always stricken me as a day of liberation.

St John Allerdyce - A fine set of quills, ink, and parchment. Personalized letterhead. Something tasteful.

Mademoiselle Klein - A lovely hair comb.

Prefect - A nice set of nightclothes. Something soft.

(ooc: Hit me if you think your character would have been on this list. I'm blanking.)

My Inmate appears to be comatose.

It's been some time since I've had to field something such as this. Is it safe for him to remain in his cabin, or should he be moved to the Infirmary?

Those of his friends and acquaintances still remaining on the ship that have not experienced this before should be aware that he is not in any danger. His health is not failing. He will be fine, and more to the point, should awaken soon enough.

In other things, I have yet to take a fall on the main deck. I consider this a small victory.

I shall pen my gift demands to Pere Noel at a later date.

[Private to Iago]

How are you?

Pere Noel,

Such a silly compulsion, to write anyone begging for gifts, but by now I understand that it is unavoidable. My third Christmas here. Imagine!

I require little for myself this year, though I would like to request a firearm of more modern make. One with a 'safety' setting.

( His Wish List for Everyone Else - Private )

Iago, I have not seen much of modern America as yet, but what little I've seen has left an enormous impression. We are both about to witness wonders that are unimaginable. Your first port, my treasure, is going to be one not soon forgotten. I promise you that.

We'll need to make preparations, however.

And one thing we're definitely not going to miss is the theatre. If we can find someone actually showing Streetcar it might be helpful to both of us, not to mention others in the troupe. Seeing it done might answer a few questions we both have. And if there isn't one, we'll find something else.

That being said, is there anyone here who might be willing to act as a guide for myself and my Inmate?

[Private to Henry West -- readable by Dr Horrible]

I feel silly asking this, but my Inmate is in need of some modern clothing. I don't suppose you or Billy might be willing to lend a set? He'll only need one, as I'll be able to buy him more.

[Private to Pavi]

And I would very much like a little time alone with you at some point. But you are perhaps better versed in the locale than I am?

I did not expect gifts. Once I have time to sit down to write a few letters I'll be certain to disburse proper thanks, but truly -- I am moved. Captain Adams, I haven't had this vintage since I was twenty-five! Giselle, dearheart, you know me entirely too well. Monsieur Q -- merci.

I regret that I do not at present have the resources to provide gifts for the lot of you as well.

Thank you for the consideration. Joyeux Noel.