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March Spirit Realm Event Log
March Spirit Realm Event Log
Dominant Element: Wind
Waning Element: Earth
Full Moon: March 13th - March 15th
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The weather remains consistently windy as March carries on. By now, the chill of winter has finally ceased and the first days of spring has finally arrived. It's a great time to spend outside, catching the sunlight and enjoying the warm breeze. Though for some of you, you're going to be spending a great deal of time outside.
Five Six Seven Eight And--On the morning of March 15th, an alert will go out on the Libra App
ALERT: SPIRIT REALM ANOMALY DETECTED
Dominant Element: Wind
Danger Level: Low
Designation: The Fae
Zodiac has detected a rise of spirit energy at Kami State Park. Please visit the Zodiac offices for more information.
On the morning of the 15th, the citizens of Kaisou will wake up to two things: several of their friends and family members suddenly missing and the usual Zodiac message warning them of the latest nonsense. Heading to the Zodiac offices, you will find Professor Barbie, though she seems a little more antsy than usual. She explains that her beloved Ken is among those "missing". Luckily, it didn't take long to track him and his fellow captives- they haven't even left the city proper! Instead, they have been taken to Kami State Park, where the fae are once again up to their shenanigans. Barbie will explain that the fae have decided they want to put on a musical show - and as Kami State Park is part of the spirit realm now (as as such technically their turf) they decided to set it up there, because then the good people of Kaisou can witness their fantastic work. Because they're so generous! And while they're at it, they might as well use the talented residents of Kaisou to really up their production!
Heading to Kami State Park, you will find an outdoor stage has been erected. Many, many lines of seats are being put in front of it- it's clear the fae think this will be a production for the ages. You'll find your missing loved ones here, and besides being annoyed about being dragged into fae nonsense again, they don't seem all that much worse for wear. No one's hurt and no one's obviously cursed. Though some of them do seem to be moving with more grace than they usually do, sliding past each other like they're choreographed to do so. And some open their mouths and song comes out instead of normal words. That's- okay, yeah that's definitely not normal.
What Happened to My Part?Those of you who were taken by the faeries will wake up in the backstage part of a theater that seemingly popped up in Kami State Park over the night. On the one hand, at least it isn't the faerie realm again. On the other...you still can't leave the theater. Any attempts will result in you just getting sent backstage again via magic and told to wait.
Eventually, a few very fabulously dressed faeries appear. They introduce themselves as the Directors for the Season and explain that you all have been chosen to act in their shows! Everyone's already been cast in a role, so there's no need for auditions or anything boring like that and they can just get right to rehearsals. They all assure you that this isn't permanent and that they'll even let you go home to sleep in your own beds after rehearsals! Aren't they nice? Once they're done explaining, they'll hand out the scripts and rehearsal schedules. You might find yourself cast in two (or more) different shows, but that's fine. The Directors are committed to working together to make sure everything goes perfectly and have worked out a rotation schedule for who gets which actors when.
Break a leg, guys.
No Business Like Show Business♪- There's No Business like Show Business
Eventually you'll be dismissed and allowed to spread out over the theater to read your scripts. As you read them, you may recognize them as familiar faerie tales...or at least mostly familiar. The story of Sleeping Beauty, for example, isn't the story about a princess cursed by a jealous fae and saved by a prince, but the story about a very powerful but isolated faerie being left out of a party and retaliating, only to feel bad later and guide the prince to save the princess. Instead of Rapunzel being about a girl stolen from her parents as a baby because her father stole some lettuce, it's a story about a faerie sorcerer who regretfully took the baby and raised her with care into a sorceress herself. Basically, the stories are "twisted" faerie tales, told from the perspective of the faeries involved. And one or two regular human romcoms with a faerie flavor. If you ever wanted to see "You've Got Mail" or "Bridget Jones's Diary" but with satyrs and pixies, now's your chance.
After giving everyone time to look over their scripts, the Directors call everyone back to the stage so they can grab their actors and head off for practice. This is when you'll get a look at the costumes they expect you to wear, and you will wish you hadn't. They're gaudy and loud and frankly absurd to look at and to wear, but any complaints will be met with polite acknowledgement and then promptly ignored. The Directors have a very specific idea, after all, and no human could possibly truly understand it.
Thankfully you won't be expected to practice in them, at least not until the dress rehearsal. But you will be expected to practice. Everything. Your lines, your singing, your dancing--you'll be subjected to highly rigorous training and practice and there will be no excuses. Tone deaf? Too bad, you have to sing anyway. Clumsy? Whatever, work on your ball step and pivots. At least it seems as if the Directors accept tone deafness and clumsiness, but they're still going to make you sing and dance.
Of course, if you really can't perform for whatever reason (or are just not in the current show), you might be relegated to working for the tech crew. You'll be tasked with learning the lighting cues for the shows, working on sets and props, and tending to the costumes to make sure everything is in its place for quick changes. If you're really good with technology, you'll be asked to handle the sound booth. The Directors do have a live orchestra, again sourced from the Kaisou locals, but you can't really imitate the sound of "vines growing" or "muffled dragon roars in the distance" with an instrument.
Well. Most people can't, anyway.
This is not a reprieve from the chaos and perfectionism of the Directors, however, because the Stage Manager is somehow worse. As the undisputed ruler of the backstage, there's no one to mitigate them or act as a buffer, and it takes a few days (and probably an accident) for them to realize they cannot work the humans like they would faeries. Most of the humans can't fly. Or regenerate lost limbs. Or work a full 72 hour shift. Or deal with colored lighting gels made from highly toxic flowers.
It's fine. After a few days they'll apologize to the crew and be a little more reasonable so long as no one breaks any theater superstitions (no whistling!)
For those who truly cannot do tech crew work but know how to fight, they might end up on guard duty. You see, remember those gates that were opening up earlier in the month? Unfortunately, they are still appearing-- and they love to manifest in any spots with intense emotions. So if you're having a particular stressful day at rehearsal, it may be made more stressful but the sudden appearance of a gate full of monsters trying to drag you in to eat you.
You think this would make the Fae cancel the show, or at least move the venue. It does not. If you can't power through occasional demon attacks to deliver a stunning performance, that's your problem.
What Happened to My Part?It turns out the magic of musical theatre is not limited to the stage the fae have put up. Once you're free for the day, you'll find yourself compelled to sing and dance out your emotions. Music seems to come out nowhere to accompany your singing- you can look for the hidden musicians, but there doesn't seem to be any- one moment there was no music, the next there is. If you feel a strong emotion, you can feel it building bigger and bigger in your chest until you erupt into song and dance. Once you've done your little musical number, you will find you feel a little better for it, like a weight has been lifted off your chest.
The problem with this musical affliction is that it's contagious. Even if you've not been brought into the fae's little musical revue, if you happen to be in the same area as someone else who's singing out their emotions, you'll find yourself dragged into it too. Perhaps you'll find yourself a backup singer or dancer to their deeply personal number. Perhaps someone you care about is singing a song and you feel compelled to turn it into a heartfelt duet. However it happens, you will be pulled into the same nonsense as that person, and when the song ends? Well, you may find the same problems afflicting you down the line. The best way to avoid the musical curse is to try your damnedest to avoid anyone afflicted with it, otherwise you'll be doing a two-step while singing a soaring number about how good your lunch tastes before you know it.
Curtain CallFinally, after two or so weeks of rehearsal, it is time. Each show will be performed twice during the last few days of the month, giving everyone a chance be on stage and show everyone what they've managed to put together. And hopefully people will come and watch, because otherwise the Directors will be sad, and no one wants the Directors to be sad. The actors and crew might get the impression that something bad will happen if no one comes to the shows. Maybe hand out a few fliers to your friends and family when you go back home to sleep?
No matter if you hand out fliers or not, each performance will be almost sold out. It seems a lot of the faeries are interested in seeing their stage shows performed by non-faeries, and of course people from the city who were conscripted into performing are welcome to come and see. The shows are certainly interesting, if you've never seen faerie theater, and there might be something exhilarating about performing on stage if you've never done it before. Maybe you'll want to take up acting as a hobby or profession after this?
Or maybe you'll never want to see a spotlight again in your life. Either way, all the performances are done by the end of the month, with the stages cleared away and the park returning to mostly normal.
With the shows finally complete, you will be released from the fae's grip. No longer do you have to spend your days working under them, and can now instead return back to your daily life. The singing curses will... decrease in frequency, as the month goes on-- but until the end of the month, you still may feel compelled to burst into song... once and awhile.
The dominant element this month is Wind! Anyone with an affinity to the wind element will find themselves boosted throughout the month. This could mean a boost to their power, having more energy, feeling more inspired with creativity, having better luck on different attempts -- the boost can manifest in all sorts of different ways. By contrast, anyone with an affinity for Earth will be experiencing the opposite. Perhaps their powers will be weaker, they have less energy, they're having a creative block or general worse luck - again it can manifest in all sorts of way and players are free to play with this mechanic as they'd like.
The original OOC plotting post for this event can be found here.
Cotton Cookie | OTA
Well I'm old, is the thing.
[It's early morning. Many have of course, been recruited for the stage play and have their own arguments to make. Cotton however, seems to be caught in an...interesting one with the director trying to convince her to lend her part as a stage hand. ...By, well, gesturing to a fair few chairs that need to be moved around, plus the stage equipment, the cables, the...
Alright it was probably the first thing after the 'chairs' that did it but.]
It means I can't do that sort of thing any more, my knees just can't take it..! Here, why don't I make refreshments for everyone instead, that's something I can do!
[It turns out, the fair folk have a limited understanding of this funny thing called Growing Old,]
[STAGE MANAGING]
[Cotton is a little confused these days.]
You know it doesn't feel like anything changed per say, but it's become much easier to help about in the backstage...
[She's not exactly inhumanly spry, but she's definitely been able to putter around with refreshments for everyone at a much faster clip. Not to mention, the Directors have been pointing her toward a few other, albeit simple tasks.] I suppose they did say that whatever they did would be more of an occasional thing, but I can't help feel nervous about that!
Now then, they asked if I could check this oven here before moving on, they're using it for...I believe a 'Hansel and Gretel' tale? OH GOODNESS-!
[Casual chatter is interrupted by a loud shout of alarm when the heat of the machine practically blasts from the door of it, with poor Cotton taking the brunt.
Poor being a questionable word, she's always been heat resistant but.]
Oh...Oh dear me, are you alright over there?
[hey grandma
you're on fire
Or at least, it looks like her veins are on fire, thanks to that new Flame Mode.][RAISE THE CURTAIN]
[It's finally time for the official show, but in the audience, a perhaps unexpected spectator can be found and sat with. Despite being missing for this past...while, really, Cotton is here! Knitting away, humming happily to herself-
oh no she's contagious isn't she]
Hohohoo... Oh it's so exhilarating to see familiar faces on the stage like this, don't you think? I'm so relieved the crew thought of reserving seats for anyone finished with their work, I must say...
[The humming continues, and she turns to look with- Hihhhh, now largely black eyes, that's sure a look- to smile.] Would you like a cookie, at all?
What happened to my part?
So, time to get involved. He'll put down his script and stroll on over, putting on his best charming smile]
Whoooa now, what're you doing asking such a lovely lady to perform manual labor for you? A woman like her should be treated with the respect and dignity she's earned, wouldn't you say?
If you need something hauled, I can do it in the lady's place.
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Of course, at least one of them is looking to where that script was put down, What about practicing that!, but the idea of getting things done quicker wins out. Very well, take those boxes!
Cotton for her part, is just very charmed.] Ohoho! Well, it's been quite a while since I've been given quite that much respect young man..! Thank you!
[She'll probably follow him for a bit if only for conversation of course-] And thank you for stepping in as well I say- they seem just a little confused about age I think...
[And also bones, possibly. Had not a clue what to do when she commented on her knees.]
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Don't worry about the script, I'll still have plenty of time to memorize it.
[He'll make a shoo shoo gesture at the fae with his hand before he goes to pick up the boxes he was ordered to carry. He'll make a performance grunt at the weight, but isn't actually struggling with it
He'll still glance over at Cotton as he walks, hauling the boxes]
Quite some time, really? Man, that's sad to hear- I'm only speaking with the respect you deserve. What manners are being taught in this town? And think nothing of it! I'm not about to leave a lady in need!
And hey, maybe they don't understand age, or maybe you look younger than you realize! Still... they're pretty rude and demanding guys, dragging people into this and expecting them to do work for them. I'm sure you got a lot of other stuff you rather be doing.
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And in the meanwhile, Cotton is laughing quite warmly, what a charming young man this is!] Ohohohoh! You charmer, goodness!
[Still chuckling as she goes, the smile on her face is undoubtedly the widest it's been all day.] I suppose I'm just a little too numb to that sort of thing thanks to the corporate life. Though I can't deny it's been a bit interesting! Well.
[A happy hum as she looks to Zelos.] At this very moment I think so, yes. I couldn't possibly let you do this for nothing, and I did just offer refreshments for everyone here after all. Might I ask, [she adds,] If you have allergies to anything perhaps?
[Guess who gets dibs on the first batch of baked goods! Possibly baked in a tree!
Nothing tastes better than cookies baked in a tree!]
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Oh right, the corporate life. Nothing like a "Customer's always right" line to make people think they can act like jerks. Well, you deserve a whole lot nicer than that, just remember that.
[He'll put down the boxes where the fairies wanted them set]
Hey, you don't have to that, but thank you! But if you really want to do something, I don't have any allergies- but my little sister loves chocolate. Can't get enough of the stuff. I tend to share things with her.
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[There is a small pause, before she whispers quite dramatically-] Well, it might just be the one right now.
[janet it's janet it's sooooo janet]
Your sister you say? [Cotton puts a hand over her heart. What a wonderful gesture this is, sharing cookies with family!] Oh! Well I certainly can't refuse that then can I! I'll have you both down for a lovely batch of brownies to share then I think, that seems a wonderful idea.
STAGE MANAGING
He lazily turns his head to the sound of the explosion, watching Cotton take it directly to the face. He tilts his head to one side, then heaves a tired sigh, leaning his head back again. ]
Hey Grams, you're on fire. FYI.
and with one tag, i am so glad this is the dynamic,
[Cotton, credit to her ability to roll with things at this point, looks down at herself.]
Oh dear me, it seems I am...
[Hm. Odd.] ...It doesn't seem to be harmful at all though-
Perhaps you'd be able to check? [It's unclear if she thinks it will or won't give a light burn if she does touch Jax, but she sure is holding her wee granny hand out!]
me too!!!
Wow, W O W. You want me to test it out by touching you and maybe setting me on fire? That's stone cold, Grams. I thought you loved all of us, and here you are trying to burn me. Yikes.
[ He is not gonna touch her wee granny hand, but instead, he'll reach over and pick up a broom. Not moving from where he's lounging, he'll lean to lightly tap the broom handle into her hand instead.]
Is it smouldering?
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[Ahh, but that aside lets see now. Give it a minute, give it a minute....
Oh!] Well! Look at that it is!
[GRANDMA YOU WERE GONNA TOUCH A PERSON LIKE THAT
Cotton just beams.] As properly cautious as ever!
Goodness me I don't know that this is actually going to help anything on the stage preparations though...I can't even begin to imagine what they were thinking with this.
[This is definitely a faerie thing after all.]
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[ He snorts in the back of his throat. ]
Yes 'scuse me for not wanting to potentially set my hand on fire. I like my hand. Attached to it. Literally.
[ He puts the broom down, resuming his idle slouching. ]
I mean, the fae aren't exactly known for common sense, right? They just lash out like pissy teenage cheerleaders playing at Regina George most of the time. And if you do set fire to their stuff? Bet you anything they'll make that a you problem. Probably end up owing them a blood debt or something.
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[LITTLE DO THEY KNOW...
But she does get a bit ponderous.] Ohhhh..they are a bit particular like that aren't they...
...
Perhaps I made one too many remarks about that potato salad I couldn't salvage...
[They really said 'just burn her desk', huh....]
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[ Let's cause anarchy!!! FUCK DA POLICE!!! ]
...Oh my god. Are you saying Janet is one of the fae? Because... you know what? I can see it. I can totally see it. She's got those nasty fae vibes all over her.
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[It's been long enough since she did yarn crimes to Jax's desk chair, it's fine. Besides, the only problem with the desk chair was that the yarn got in the wheels.
Also maybe the color. Perfectly fine cover after that.]
Mmmmm....You know, I do wonder if that might be an insult to the fair folk if we say as much. They would probably much rather she be a sort of imp, I think.
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[ You know what, he can appreciate the yarn crimes! Even when they're aimed at him, because at least she isn't being a boring old lady!!! ]
Hah, FACTS. Like that weird aunt twice removed that no one wants to talk to but she shows up at family events to go on insane tangents anyway.
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Quite like that though yes!! Hmm, come to think, I do wonder if that would have been me once upon a time...
[She doesn't really talk to her distant family though, largely because the feeling is rather mutual!]
...Well, they'll simply have to keep missing out, [Cotton determines, as out-of-the-blue as the thought may seem.]
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[ Which is high praise from Jax! He snorts lightly.]
PIFP them, I guess.
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[Ooooh, he got a Dear today! They're both in a good mood.] I do still send one of them knit packets I admit, but mostly because it seemed to get her rather twitchy last I saw. I do wish I could see their faces though...
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You can totally set up a secret webcam to watch it for yourself. Get some popcorn, have a great time.
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Can you do that sort of thing, attach 'web-cameras' to packages?
[it's a spiteful mood]
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Oh yeah, that's so freaking easy. You can get tiny cameras now, people won't even notice 'em.
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You underestimate my willingness, hohohoohooo...
[Ahem, but more seriously.] Ahhhh, but that might be a bit too much effort for it in the end. It may well be more fun to imagine it for now instead- Like all those mmoments when someone we never quite manage to see makes their way to Janet's office...
[Imagining Janet's face during some of those moments is very good.]