Sequoia Clayton

32 || Bartender @ the Booze Barn

[just--sequoia]

location: the booze barn who: open | @madison-starters​

It wasn’t his first shift, but Sequoia hadn’t been working at the Booze Barn for more than a week or two. He liked the job so far, and it was definitely helping with meeting some of the town folk as well. It seemed like he’d only known Deacon before this point, and even then it had been years since he’d seen the guy.

They were just approaching last call, and Quoia was cleaning up a bit behind the bar when he noticed someone taking a seat at the bar. Putting on his best fake customer service grin, he slung the towel over his shoulder, and moved to the bar. “What can I get you?” He chimed, a happier tone than anyone who knew him well outside of work would’ve been used to.

[just--sequoia]

luke-davenpcrt​:

“Sorry you had to see that.” Luke offered as he slid his shirt over his chest. He was soaking wet, and the person he was talking to had just caught him walking out of the duck pond at the park. “Some kid lost their toy so I tried to get it, but the geese had other plans.” Explained he, glancing over to some very ruffled geese at the edge of the pond that he could only imagine were planning his demise.

Being out in nature was something Sequoia loved, though just looking at him it would not be something one would assume. He was sat on a bench near the lake and had watched the whole event go down. It was admittedly entertaining to watch, and not a bad view either. He shrugged a bit at the other, he was definitely not sorry he got to see that. “Geese are evil.” He mused softly. “Always have been, always will be.”

[just--sequoia]

edie-bennett​:

WHERE: anywhere tbh. but more than likely outside of a bar. WHO: open. [ @madison-starters​ ]

“Seriously? Again?” Edie’s palm smacked loudly against the window of her car, her other hand pulling with futility against the locked handle. She groaned and peered inside, the shiny, silvery glint of her keys winking at her from where they sat, nestled in the front seat. As if mocking her. “Mother f—” she cursed her car, raising a hand to smack against the window in frustration before she thought better of it, head swiveling around to survey just how dire her situation really was. She couldn’t afford a locksmith. Not again. She could, however… “Hey!” she called to the outline of a figure shrouded mostly in shadow. “If I give you twenty bucks, will you break into my car?”

Taking a long drag from his cigarette, Sequoia had been watching what was happening for a bit before the stranger had called to him. He’d just gotten off his shift at the Booze Barn and thought he’d have a cigarette before hopping in his car to go home. Though it seemed his trip was going to be a bit derailed. He dropped the cig and crushed it under his heel before heading over to where she stood. “Keep your twenty bucks.” He mused apathetically as he walked to his truck, conveniently parked, not too far away, and grabbed some things from the back before walking back. He spotted the keys sitting on her front seat and raised an eyebrow. “How’d you manage that one?” @edie-bennett​

[just--sequoia]

ximenaortega​:

OUTSIDE MADISON GROCER - @madison-starters​

Ximena walked out of the grocery store, her head turning to look over at the older gentleman that passed by her and made a comment under his breath. Her eyebrows furrowed together as she moved her hand into the brown bag, pulling out the block of cheese. “That wasn’t nice,” she murmured as she brought the wrapped block of cheese up to her mouth, moving the wrapper between her teeth, trying to tug it open as her eyes lifted up to see someone looking at her. “- cheese comforts me, okay?”

A trip to the store in his mind should be short and quick, with little to know interruptions. But when he heard the small voice, Sequoia looked back and forth to see if there was anyone around that she’d presumably be talking to before realizing it was in fact him. “Okay?” He retorted. He hadn’t asked so he wasn’t sure why she was so keen on sharing. In most cases he would’ve walked away, but there was something in his gut telling him to ask, “Why the comfort cheese?” 

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Sequoia Clayton

fc: Dougie Poynter, played by lou ( 27, she/her, est )

age: 32, March 3rd

gender & pronouns: cismale, he/him

occupation: Works at the Booze Barn as a bartender

birthplace: Sacramento, California (He moved to Madison a month ago)

do they have a least favorite holiday? Why? 

March 3rd. I’ve never been big on celebrating my birthday. My immediate family never made birthdays a big deal, so it kind of weirds me out when people make a big to do about their birthdays.

why madison?

If you take a look at all the places I’ve visited in my life, “Why Madison?” is the question a lot of people ask me. But you see, Madison is the only constant place I’ve had in my life. My grandparents have lived here for as long as I can remember, and I’d always come visit them in the summers. My grandmother recently passed, and months after my grandfather followed. They left the house to me. So, now it’s home.

do they have a favorite thing? outfit, cup, food… describe it, and why is it their favorite? My favorite thing? 

Probably my hat. I’ve got a few hats that I like to wear, but one in particular that gives real Indiana Jones vibes. It was a gift from my dad, and I think that alone makes it pretty special. I’m just glad that over the years I’ve finally grown into it.

what is something they’ve always wanted in life?

Growing up, I’ve gotten the chance to experience many cultures, and cuisines. My parents traveled constantly for work, and they brought my brother and I along with them everywhere. For the longest time I’ve wanted to have my own food truck. A place that’s mine where I can kind of do my own thing, try out some new recipes, and have some fun.

[just--sequoia]

◈  SEQUOIA NEAL CLAYTON  ◈

Hi fam! Lou again. Here with my new beeb Sequoia. Looking forward to writing with everyone, feel free to message me here, or on Discord (where I will respond MUCH faster) at scooby dooby lou#1380 to plot or for connections! *this is a sideblog* [ @madison-intros ]

I  N  F  O  R  M  A  T  I  O  N

Name: Sequoia Clayton Nicknames/Aliases: Quoia Age: 32 Job: Bartender at the Booze Barn Family: Archie Clayton (Father), Fern Clayton (Mother), Rowan Clayton (27, brother) Pets: None (at the moment) Sexual Orientation: Openly Bisexual Relationship Status: Single. Not necessarily looking for anything serious at the moment. Hometown: Born in Sacramento, California. Raised everywhere. Moved to Madison July, 2020.

P  E  R  S  O  N  A  L  I  T  Y

Sequoia can be rather apathetic about things. It usually drives people crazy, but he’s okay with it. He does turn on his “customer service” charm whenever necessary. He knows it’s completely fake, but he ‘s pretty good about making it seem real. Sequoia is very go with the flow, and would rather go along with other’s suggestions, than suggesting anything himself, because in all honesty he doesn’t care what they do. 

S  O  M  E    F  A  C  T  S

Did not grow up in Madison, but did visit his grandparents for the duration of every summer.

Is Vegetarian.

Plays Guitar and Bass. Spent a couple years touring with some friends in California. Their band was called “AOKAY”.

Never finished college.

Was home-schooled.

Parents are wildlife photographers, traveled all over the world for their job and took Sequoia and his brother Rowan with them everywhere. (Some of their photos have shown up in National Geographic)

Can speak many languages conversationally, but is only completely fluent in English.

C  O  N  N  E  C  T  I  O  N  S

♕ Deacon James: When Sequoia came to visit his Grandparents in Madison each summer, he became acquainted with the boy who lived next door, Deacon. They have kept in touch a bit over the years, and Sequoia is admittedly happy to know he’s returning to a town with a familiar face.