⇨ The Tourist Trap: WEEK 2

[ringleaders]

Who: Anyone, anywhere in Portland.
When: October 7st - 14th, 2017
Where: Portland area, in the new reality.
What: The week begins as the time of the Animal Fair finally arrives! Meanwhile, the truth of this reality starts to be revealed, and forces both human and celestial alike attempt to take advantage of a rare opportunity.
Warnings: Individually marked!

BY ANY OTHER NAME↴ Tensions thicken as various supernaturally forces react to the events of the previous week. Something critical is afoot, and it's only a matter of time before things start coming to a head. It's time to find out more about what's happened to this world, and what will happen in its future. ► A NIGHT AT THE FAIR: From the night of the 7th to the morning of the 8th, the Animal Fair is officially in town. There is a top level down below with more information, though you can also RP content from this elsewhere if you wish. The host, who is very likely something called a Wyld Fae (if you discovered that ICly), will be present, but they will only be appearing to you of their own accord and attempting to track them down by force will be ineffective. Just kick back and relax! Fairs are supposed to be fun. ► THORNS IN YOUR SIDE: Culminating in a full fledged attack against the Sanctuary, it would seem that The Rose Queen is declaring war on the changeling population of Portland. Though the vicious attack of thorns against the safe house was eventually stopped, it wasn't without damage, and the black roses that caused it are still popping up around the city and threatening the places where homeless and lost changelings would be likely to congregate. It's obvious now that this is a serious threat - will it ever stop without an intervention? ► HELL ON EARTH: As Anath's march draws near, the first waves of her demons will be entering the city. Primarily acting as scouts and foot soldiers, these demons will be attempting to secure loyalty from the local demon populace, as well as taking out any angels they can manage to catch. It's a level of aggressiveness against heaven's forces that hasn't been seen for years, and it's a foreboding hint of things to come. These demons can be NPCed by anyone, and will mostly be thugs or manipulators who don't know much about Anath's plans but do know that you need to join their side. They are also rowdier than most of the demons in Portland, and are a threat to the innocent mortal populace as well, if they decide to try to get their kicks here. ► THE WIZARD POLICE: The Enlightenment Council seems to have demanded control of the local Circle chapter, and now backup has arrived. These mages are being sent out into the city as if they are a police force, and will be attempting to demand control of various common supernatural areas, as well as questioning community members that they run into. Whatever is going on, it seems to have resulted in the Council instituting what is essentially martial law... of course, not everyone sees any need to heed their demands. If you are a demon, warlock, or other rogue element, expect to be harassed or even attacked by them. These character can be NPCed, and if you need additional information you can ask the mods.

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[diamondsare]

She knew how to deal with some children, at least. Maybe not all little boys were like half-demons (though plenty of moms would likely loudly disagree..) but liking games and liking food seemed to be a pretty strong common thread. "That's wonderful. I'm afraid I have no idea what he's into these days, but I'm sure he'll have something you'll like."

And she was going to have to find out if fae children even ate the same things she usually fed her own family. It could get awkward otherwise.

"I doubt anyone suspicious is going to come looking this soon. Why don't you stay, say hello to Shiro? Maybe a quick game of cards, it's been ages." It might help the boy too, to have an adult he knew .. at least somewhat, hanging around a little longer. This arrangement wouldn't last forever but ..

"..Either way why don't you both come in?" She opens the door and leaves it that way, beckoning. The interior is a bit cool but otherwise alarmingly ordinary if one didn't quite notice the changes to the interior to accomidate hooves or claws or wings and tails, a shed feather lurking here or there in corners. But the amenities are reasonably modern, and easily recognizable. "I'll see if I can scare up the men in my life and they can come say hello too."

[flashover]

Both the men had heard Blue call for them, but hadn't chosen to come outside. Rin hangs back as a friendly looking fellow in an obnoxious dad shirt comes to the door. He offers his hand to Greg.

"Greg! It HAS been ages! I don't think I've seen you since... man, was it that barbecue years back? Goodness. Please, do come in. It was my turn to cook tonight, so we're having hot dogs and hamburgers, with plenty to go around. Rin, boy, say hello."

Rin finally comes forward, currently not hiding any of his demonic features and offers a wave to Greg and Steven. The kid looks a lot younger than him, but is definitely sporting some supernaturality about him.

"Uh. Hey. I'm Rin," he says with a bright smile on his snout. Then he looks up at Blue and tilts his head. "What's goin' on? I didn't know we were having company."