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Lost Carnival Mods ([personal profile] ringleaders) wrote in [community profile] lostcarnival2018-01-15 02:54 pm

⇨ WISMUTH

Who: Everyone!
When: S2:D6-D11
Where: Wismuth and the Carnival Grounds
What: The carnival enjoys a few days in Wismuth, a coastal city on this planet's version of the American east. However, there are a few things very unique about this version of the planet...
Warnings: The usual, wholesome fun.

PILLAR OF CREATION

Upon arriving, things in Wismuth will seem pretty peaceful. It's a massive city, with no shortage of things going on, but things like violent crime and homelessness are at an all time low. You can wander the streets without much scrutiny, presumed to just be tourists, and most people here come across as helpful and friendly.

VIBRANCY: The main thing that sets this planet apart is its vibrancy - AKA, the raw creative energy its filled with, flowing from its status as a Pillar of Creation. There is no literal pillar, but Wismuth and its planet is a place where Creation's energy comes through strongest. As a result, everything here feels somehow more real, more intense in a way that's hard to put a finger on. Life is abundant, and its bleeds through in every sensation.

ATTRACTIONS: There are plenty of things to see while going around the city. First and foremost, there is a lovely beach area bordering the ocean, and a number of tourist aimed attractions built around it. There are giant malls, movie theaters, live stage performances, museums and all kinds of other points of cultural interest. Anything you can do in a big city you can do here, but better.

ALLOWANCES: The Ringmaster will be giving everyone a reasonable amount of local currency for a few days on the town. You can't make any massive acquisitions with it, but it's more than enough to eat out, see some shows, go to the beach, and whatever you like. You can feel free to pick up some casual supplies, like mundane clothing and souvenirs. There will be more given out later, after the performance week.

PERFORMANCE: Performance week is starting early this time, after only a couple days of exploration. When the carnival has already been on vacation for a month, the Ringmaster figures they may as well get right to it, and then do more touring afterwards. Members of the local populace will find themselves in the carnival once performances begin, dazzled by the other worldly sights. Magic doesn't seem to exist here, despite the fact that it will flow easier for people bringing it from other worlds.
sworntothesword: (nervous-laugh)

[personal profile] sworntothesword 2018-01-22 05:46 am (UTC)(link)
I'm not really sure... it's actually really hard? To try to confront people, especially adults.

And I haven't really seen people doing bad things so its hard to know what you're supposed to, you know. Engage.
betheman: (:0)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-01-22 06:12 am (UTC)(link)
Mmmh- is that so..?

[Hmm. He ponders this, crossing his arms.] ...Indeed...it can be difficult to gauge where and when to step in... ...perhaps you could accompany me then, to 'learn on the job'?
betheman: (o3o)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-01-23 01:41 am (UTC)(link)
[Well that's certainly an answer.

....

He coughs, and then nods.
] Auh-W-Well! Then in that case, simply follow me! ....though, do make certain you can still see what I cam doing, naturally..!

[As opposed to him blocking that view. It would be Counter Productive.]
sworntothesword: (determined)

[personal profile] sworntothesword 2018-01-24 05:44 am (UTC)(link)
Keep... optimal... viewing... angle.

[ Connie makes the first note in her impromptu security class on the notepad and pencil that are now in her hands.

She's been making really good use of that Bag of Holding she got.
]
betheman: (:0)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-01-24 04:09 pm (UTC)(link)
[Yes... ...You do you, Connie. He's a bit curious about the intensity of note taking, but off he trots, making sure the pace isn't too fast a clip for Connie to follow.] For the most part, our work involves being seen, without truly being seen; we are to mingle through the crowds, and catch those who would do harm...therefore, they cannot guess that we are coming, lest they simply pretend and wait until we have vanished.

[Said the Giant]
sworntothesword: (lecturing)

[personal profile] sworntothesword 2018-01-27 05:44 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Connie has to run a bit to catch up once she puts down her notepad, but she's fine! ]

Oh, really? My dad always said that Visibility was the most important part of being a security guard, since people will behave better when they know they're being watched.

[ But then, there was always the Shadowman line of thought, where you terrorize the population into behaving or a man in a black suit will come beat you up. But that's a comic book. ]
betheman: (-3- hrmnnnnnn)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-01-27 09:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Aaauh. Your father is quite correct-as I, the man Gongenzaka said...it is a balance. We need to remain visible enough as patrol that those who require our help can seek us out... ....but while certain people behave better with a guard present, we are not stationary guards....

...In other words, those who only act well in our presence, are those we must catch unawares-for there will be plenty of time for them to create nuisance otherwise.

[They are, after all, only a few people across a whole carnival-if people are specifically waiting to make sure they aren't being watched, that's not good.] I, the man Gongenzaka, should say....look as though you are 'also among the crowd'-have what tools you bear ready, and visible, while also remaining 'casual', and calm.

[gon you're not a casual guy]
sworntothesword: (argumentative)

[personal profile] sworntothesword 2018-01-28 12:27 am (UTC)(link)
Remain... casual... and... calm....

[ Connie writes more notes and then scrambles to catch up again. ]

Is there a good way to tell which ones are the... you know, the problem ones?
betheman: (:0)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-01-28 02:24 pm (UTC)(link)
....Truthfully, you seem rather stressed if anything, [He murmurs, sounding more worried than scolding. But, that said!] Auh... ...a problem is rather 'rarely' due to a 'problem sort', truthfully, [he notes, blinking.] ...Which is fortunate, certainly... ...However, for those who would wait for us to leave-they will already be hyper vigilant! Searching, searching the crowd, while keeping to themselves.

...One must be cautious, however! [He adds.] ...For after all...they could merely be watching for a friend they agreed to meet with. I, the man Gongenzaka, find it is best to offer assistance in this case-if they refuse it, we can keep our eyes upon them from afar, to be safe. If they do not, however...then we have helped another, after all..!
sworntothesword: (freaking-out)

[personal profile] sworntothesword 2018-01-31 02:21 am (UTC)(link)
No, this is really good!

[ She quickly scribbles 'offer assistance' into her notebook. ]

I don't want to mess up! So many people don't expect me to be any good at being a Patrol, I don't want to prove them right...
betheman: (well that's NEW)

[personal profile] betheman 2018-02-02 04:40 am (UTC)(link)
Mmm!? [Well, that catches him off guard. He turns.] Y-You...

...Is that true?! You seemed quite capable, to myself..!