Club Leviathan 000: Introduction
#2 of Club Leviathan
This series involves the popular night club known as Leviathan, a renovated ship repair facility that's built partially out over water. Situated in an abandoned dock yard, it's fast becoming the hottest club in the city, where rumor has it almost anything can happen. These stories involve the patrons and employees in their lives both inside and outside the club.
Here's a short list of characters who work in the club:
Sinclair, white Siberian tiger - The owner of the club who watches everything from his office/lounge, the highest platform in the club. Though he rules with an iron fist, he tends to act more like a father-figure to his employees, especially to Zhavir/Alex, the chaotic host. Currently in negotiations to purchase the aging dockyards around the club, no one knows what he has planned for the area.
Alexander Kinley a.k.a. Zhavir, python hybrid (bi-ped, trait from his mother's side) - The host of Leviathan, he hides mercurial mood swings behind a manic energy and shameless flirting with everyone in the club. Though he refuses to reveal much about himself, he's well known for being a sympathetic listener and helping others with their problems. Something of a Jack-of-all-trades, especially when it comes to computers, he's often angry at himself for not 'specializing' in a particular field. He's currently living in the middle suspended lounge, though Sinclair is forcing him to look for an apartment.
Gareth "Spin" Montenegro, wolf - The bartender of Leviathan, Gareth goes by the nickname 'Spin' due to his constant spinning of bottles before pouring drinks. An easy grin and friendly manner keeps the patrons coming back for more as the night goes on. Competes with Alex in his love for electronic devices.
DJ Scarcasm, giant bat - The self-proclaimed DJ King, Scarcasm is known for his wide-ranging, and eclectic taste in EBM, electronica, and trance music, when he's not assaulting ears with his own remixed editions. He might even play a request or two if caught in a good mood, which is few and far between. One of the few who's actually allowed to live in the club due to the difficulties of finding bat-based housing in the area.
Kim Millner, silver-back gorilla - Fresh out of high school and wanting to take some time off before going to college, Kim works as a bouncer for Leviathan. While annoyed at going prematurely silver-backed, he'll reluctantly admit it's an advantage when dealing with unruly patrons. Uneasy with Zhavir's behavior, he tries to put as much distance between the python and himself as possible. Though the bouncers are supposed to patrol the club, he's become friends with Spin, and usually covers the bar area.
Charlie McDougal, black bear - Head of Security for Leviathan. Former intelligence specialist for the government, he's enjoying the more 'laid-back' atmosphere of ensuring the security for the club from his monitors in the back office. A hopeless caffeine addict, he goes through more coffee in a night than most office workers go through in a week.
Lightfoot the hyena, Shiva the Bengal tigress, Snap the wolfess, Burn the vixen - Female dancers at Leviathan.
Elixir the stallion, Jacques the panther, Mojo the buck, Strike the wolf - Male dancers at Leviathan.
Known Patrons :
Gordi, white-and-brown rat - A high school senior, Gordi is a self-proclaimed bisexual who refuses to admit he likes the boys more than the girls. He's often seen with his friend Lisa, since she rides along with him. If he's not on the dance floor showing off, he's probably in the restroom with one of his 'regulars' giving head or with his pants down and tail up.
Lisa, skunk - Another high school senior, Lisa may be straight, but she's definitely not narrow when it comes to what she likes. Lacking transportation, she relies on Gordi for getting to the club. She's slightly attracted to Zhavir due to his manic energy and... creative tendencies. Also a favorite of Spin, due to her being able to drink like a fish, leading to lots of drinks being sold and bets being won.
Rabid, rat - One of Zhavir's favorite patrons, Rabid is a blind, blue-gray rat who's never seen without her lover and submissive, Diego. Shy around others, and a bit angry about her condition, she and Zhavir share a friendship born of knowing discrimination and knowing the cost of being 'different'. She possesses a unique collar that gives her the ability to gender-shift whenever she desires, which both Diego and Zhavir love to no end.
Diego, mouse - Wealthy enough that he doesn't have to work unless he wants to, Diego is Rabid's lover, submissive, and eyes when going out. He considers Zhavir competition for Rabid's affections, and tries to keep them apart when at the club. His efforts usually fail when either Zhavir or one of his 'escorts' seduce the mouse, leaving Zhavir to be with Rabid for the night. Eventually, they come to a mutual agreement, though the friendly rivalry continues regardless. Both Diego and Zhavir wouldn't have it any other way.