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Seasonal Update #3: Season of Budding
SEASONAL UPDATE
Time definitely passes quick when you're having fun because it's already time for the third Seasonal Update! There's not so much on the OOC front this update but we do have one exciting bit of news - Lynsey will be joining the mod team starting this Season! They'll be helping in a brainstorming and writeup capacity with regards to World Events, Quests and the TDM, so everyone sound off with a warm welcome to them!
This Season's event has some fun stuff I've been looking forward to seeing everyone play with for a while so scroll down quick to the Event Preview and get a peep at what's going on this month!
This Season's event has some fun stuff I've been looking forward to seeing everyone play with for a while so scroll down quick to the Event Preview and get a peep at what's going on this month!
EVENT PREVIEW
The kingdom of Rosavelle has shaken off the cold weather and decided quite decisively that it's time for love! The Season of Budding brings with it the first major kingdom-wide event: the Courtship Games, a long-standing Rosavellan tradition centered around extremely public expressions of love - ranging from love poem duels to dramatic public serenades and everything in between. Grand gestures are not only encouraged, they are scored. And while nothing that takes place during the Games is binding, history suggests feelings have a habit of becoming inconveniently... real.
The excitement culminates midway during the Season in a spectacular public festival called the Hearts Aflame Faire. On top of all the usual staples of a Rosavelle celebration, the highlight is a wildly popular interactive "trial of devotion" in which brave participants must "rescue" their Laurel-Bound Beloved - carefully selected damsels (gender neutral) in distress (who are, of course, fully consenting volunteers). Some of the most charming visiting nobles may find themselves cast in these roles... with varying degrees of clarity for their rescuers about just how fictional the peril is.
In the meantime, it seems Callie, having uncovered a promising lead on restoring the deteriorating Coronation Crown, is seeking volunteers to compete in the Games on their behalf. It seems they have some sort of plan but, er... what plan, exactly?
CR PLANNING FORM:
The excitement culminates midway during the Season in a spectacular public festival called the Hearts Aflame Faire. On top of all the usual staples of a Rosavelle celebration, the highlight is a wildly popular interactive "trial of devotion" in which brave participants must "rescue" their Laurel-Bound Beloved - carefully selected damsels (gender neutral) in distress (who are, of course, fully consenting volunteers). Some of the most charming visiting nobles may find themselves cast in these roles... with varying degrees of clarity for their rescuers about just how fictional the peril is.
In the meantime, it seems Callie, having uncovered a promising lead on restoring the deteriorating Coronation Crown, is seeking volunteers to compete in the Games on their behalf. It seems they have some sort of plan but, er... what plan, exactly?
WORLD UPDATES
Not long after Budwake ends, the shift into Budding becomes impossible to miss. The last of Fallow's frost finally retreats, though early mornings remain chilly and the first weeks still bring occasional overnight dustings of snow. From there, Rosavelle wakes quickly. Fresh shoots push through newly turned soil, vines reclaim walls and bridges and colour steadily returns as gardens, trees and canal paths grow greener by the day.
The thaw also brings with it plenty of rain, usually just in passing showers that are chilly but surprisingly refreshing. According to locals this is a prelude to the rainy season that won't be too far behind. And as the Azurite Sea warms, new fish return to Rosavelle's waters, filling Marelys' markets and drawing seabirds back to the coast - another sure sign that the cold season has finally passed. Rosavelle is finally awake again!
♡ All Season: The Courtship Games begin across Rosavelle! This long-standing Rosavellan tradition encourages everyone in the kingdom to shoot their shot in dramatic fashion - love poem duels in Primavain, public serenades along Menthward's bridges, swordfights for someone's favour in Bellvine Hill and dramatic confessions both successful and disastrous all over the kingdom. Participation is open to all and while the games are officially non-binding, everyone has a story about an epic love story that started (or ended!) during them.
♡ All Month: Bloomlight Theater hosts the Confession Rehearsals, offering open-stage practice for those planning dramatic declarations later in the season. Results vary wildly in quality and success.
♡ March 1st: Printemps Boutique unveils its Budding Line, featuring lighter fabrics, pastel embroidery and garments designed to pair with gifted accessories for Courtship Games entries.
♡ March 2nd - 8th: Marelys Fish Market celebrates the Return of the Shoals, marking the arrival of warmer-water fish to the Azurite Sea. New seasonal dishes appear across the district and seabirds returning to the docks make the mornings noisier than they've been in months.
♡ March 4th: Rosette Rentals resumes full canal routes after Fallow maintenance. Newly replanted canal edges make scenic rides especially popular with Courtship Games participants seeking inspiration.
♡ March 5th: The Amber Knot introduces its seasonal Sweetheart Loaf, baked in pairs meant to be shared. The staff will politely avert their eyes if you happen to by a single one on your lonesome.
♡ March 9th - 15th: A trade ship from the distant land of Herbstreich docks at Rosavelle for the week with plans to trade goods on the island. A few merchants will also be selling some tasty foods and magical trinkets from their homeland so be sure not to miss out!
♡ March 16th - 19th: Primavain hosts a craft fair where artisans and amateurs alike display handcrafted bracelets, brooches, scarves and flower-crowns made for Courtship Games entries.
♡ March 25th: A sudden warm spell causes several bridges in Menthward to bloom all at once overnight. Florists scramble to manage overgrowth while visitors flock to take photographs beneath cascading flowers.
!❤︎! March 27th - 31st: The Courtship Festival takes place midway through the Games! It's a kingdom-wide festival with food and craft stalls lining the streets. In addition, stages appear throughout Rosavelle for serenades and performances and maybe something a little more exciting too...? For those more inclined to something quieter, there's also flower garland weaving stations lining the canals and evening lantern releases to enjoy. Public declarations of affection are strongly encouraged... if you dare.
♡ April 5th: The first Rainpetal Shower of the season arrives - a brief but heavy afternoon rain followed by drifting petals shaken loose from newly blooming vines. Locals insist walking home in it brings good luck in love.
♡ April 6th - 12th: The Floating Basket vendors introduce First Bloom Specials - fresh fruits, early honey, flower syrups and chilled desserts returning after the long cold months.
♡ April 19th: A minor canal overflow following steady rain leaves parts of Menthward ankle-deep in water for the afternoon. Children and adults alike take advantage, floating paper boats and flower crowns downstream.
♡ April 23rd: Coral farmers report unusually vibrant growth offshore, tinting parts of the shallow waters pink and gold. It's a perfectly scenic spot for a profession of love so make sure to get a spot on a boat tour before they sell out!
♡ April 25th - May 3rd: The Garden Walks of Bellvine Hill open to the public. Visitors can tour private terraces newly restored after Budwake, with owners competing informally for most impressive early blooms.
♡ April 28th - 30th: The Courtship Games formally conclude! Some districts host informal award ceremonies to reward the efforts of anyone who may have struck out this year. In the meantime, among the lovebirds, some partnerships celebrate while others part ways amicably and the gossip train gets going again as the Season of Ripening approaches...!
The thaw also brings with it plenty of rain, usually just in passing showers that are chilly but surprisingly refreshing. According to locals this is a prelude to the rainy season that won't be too far behind. And as the Azurite Sea warms, new fish return to Rosavelle's waters, filling Marelys' markets and drawing seabirds back to the coast - another sure sign that the cold season has finally passed. Rosavelle is finally awake again!
♡ All Season: The Courtship Games begin across Rosavelle! This long-standing Rosavellan tradition encourages everyone in the kingdom to shoot their shot in dramatic fashion - love poem duels in Primavain, public serenades along Menthward's bridges, swordfights for someone's favour in Bellvine Hill and dramatic confessions both successful and disastrous all over the kingdom. Participation is open to all and while the games are officially non-binding, everyone has a story about an epic love story that started (or ended!) during them.
♡ All Month: Bloomlight Theater hosts the Confession Rehearsals, offering open-stage practice for those planning dramatic declarations later in the season. Results vary wildly in quality and success.
♡ March 1st: Printemps Boutique unveils its Budding Line, featuring lighter fabrics, pastel embroidery and garments designed to pair with gifted accessories for Courtship Games entries.
♡ March 2nd - 8th: Marelys Fish Market celebrates the Return of the Shoals, marking the arrival of warmer-water fish to the Azurite Sea. New seasonal dishes appear across the district and seabirds returning to the docks make the mornings noisier than they've been in months.
♡ March 4th: Rosette Rentals resumes full canal routes after Fallow maintenance. Newly replanted canal edges make scenic rides especially popular with Courtship Games participants seeking inspiration.
♡ March 5th: The Amber Knot introduces its seasonal Sweetheart Loaf, baked in pairs meant to be shared. The staff will politely avert their eyes if you happen to by a single one on your lonesome.
♡ March 9th - 15th: A trade ship from the distant land of Herbstreich docks at Rosavelle for the week with plans to trade goods on the island. A few merchants will also be selling some tasty foods and magical trinkets from their homeland so be sure not to miss out!
♡ March 16th - 19th: Primavain hosts a craft fair where artisans and amateurs alike display handcrafted bracelets, brooches, scarves and flower-crowns made for Courtship Games entries.
♡ March 25th: A sudden warm spell causes several bridges in Menthward to bloom all at once overnight. Florists scramble to manage overgrowth while visitors flock to take photographs beneath cascading flowers.
!❤︎! March 27th - 31st: The Courtship Festival takes place midway through the Games! It's a kingdom-wide festival with food and craft stalls lining the streets. In addition, stages appear throughout Rosavelle for serenades and performances and maybe something a little more exciting too...? For those more inclined to something quieter, there's also flower garland weaving stations lining the canals and evening lantern releases to enjoy. Public declarations of affection are strongly encouraged... if you dare.
♡ April 5th: The first Rainpetal Shower of the season arrives - a brief but heavy afternoon rain followed by drifting petals shaken loose from newly blooming vines. Locals insist walking home in it brings good luck in love.
♡ April 6th - 12th: The Floating Basket vendors introduce First Bloom Specials - fresh fruits, early honey, flower syrups and chilled desserts returning after the long cold months.
♡ April 19th: A minor canal overflow following steady rain leaves parts of Menthward ankle-deep in water for the afternoon. Children and adults alike take advantage, floating paper boats and flower crowns downstream.
♡ April 23rd: Coral farmers report unusually vibrant growth offshore, tinting parts of the shallow waters pink and gold. It's a perfectly scenic spot for a profession of love so make sure to get a spot on a boat tour before they sell out!
♡ April 25th - May 3rd: The Garden Walks of Bellvine Hill open to the public. Visitors can tour private terraces newly restored after Budwake, with owners competing informally for most impressive early blooms.
♡ April 28th - 30th: The Courtship Games formally conclude! Some districts host informal award ceremonies to reward the efforts of anyone who may have struck out this year. In the meantime, among the lovebirds, some partnerships celebrate while others part ways amicably and the gossip train gets going again as the Season of Ripening approaches...!
AC RESULTS
The following characters have received a strike for not submitting AC:
Strikes can be cleared by submitting activity by the end of the month. However, if a strike isn't cleared by the midpoint of the current Season, that character will be swept from the game.
- blegh
Strikes can be cleared by submitting activity by the end of the month. However, if a strike isn't cleared by the midpoint of the current Season, that character will be swept from the game.