I love the idea of Alistair showing up to Carlisle and Esme's wedding, but like... very begrudgingly because his gift made him go. The Illustrated Guide says his gift is very subtle and indirect. He'll just somehow ends up finding whatever/whomever he's supposed to.

Carlisle: Alistair, my old friend, what a pleasant surprise! How did you—

Alistair: So there I was, minding my own business in eastern Europe, when suddenly I get an inexplicable urge to visit Ashland, Ohio, right? I've never even heard of Ohio. What am I doing here? I hate social events?! Some friend.

Carlisle: But I—

Alistair: *throws up his hands and walks away*

*stomps back and hands Esme a battered bouquet of flowers he somehow ended up picking 100 miles ago*

*awkwardly kisses her cheek*

Esme: I'm... so glad you could make it.

Alistair: You too

Esme:

Alistair: *introvert blue screen of death*