⇨ WISMUTH

[ringleaders]

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.

Comments

[bananaspeedrider]

[He would be far more comfortable looking at that sort of smile on Foster while he's right side up, so picking himself up off the sand is exactly what Yugo does.]

Yeah? I'll definitely keep that in mind.

[And then while he's brushing himself off a bit of sand...]

Almost sounds like you've done this sort of thing yourself.

[criticallyfucked]

Sometimes you don't have anything better to do.

[Foster replies offhandedly, though there's still the ghost of a smile as he speaks.

He's not making eye contact--he's staring somewhere off to in her peripheral vision.]

Also, I keep bad company.

[bananaspeedrider]

Hah, it's more company compared to what I'm used to having back home.

[Because Foster certainly wasn't in a single cabin all by his lonesome.]

Not that it felt like I needed any more than the one friend I had at the time... but it's nice having more than that thanks to the carnival.

[So far so good. What made him get fed up with this guy again? It's slipped his mind.]

[criticallyfucked]

The carnival is... full of people.

[Foster doesn't sound nearly as enthusiastic as Yugo, but he's not openly sour about it, at least.]

I'm not much of a people person.

[He smiles thinly.]

[bananaspeedrider]

Is that what brought you down here to the beach?

[No skin off of Yugo's back if the guy doesn't share the same sentiment. It's not quite rubbing him the wrong way either.]

Just wondering.

[criticallyfucked]

.... I came for the ocean.

It's been a while since we've seen one, hasn't it?

[It starts out almost reluctant, like he's admitting a secret--but the question is ruminative, not an actual question.]

It's... so powerful here.

[He doesn't sound awed. He sounds... impassioned, aggressive, his eyes too bright, his saliva--well, actually, he doesn't spray Yugo at all. He's not drooling. What... luck?]

[bananaspeedrider]

[Yugo stares out at said view, watching rolling waves for a moment. Though for that last part, he's not sure if the guy's referring to the ocean itself or the thrum energy humming everywhere...

Not that he knows or is fully aware of whatever has magic and emotions so easy to fall into.]

... Yeah I'd say it's been a while.

[criticallyfucked]

[Good news for Yugo: it's both. He means both.

But Foster cocks his head, pinning Yugo with a sideways stare that is... less alarming when he looks entirely human, at least.]

You.... had a contract when I got here.

How long?

[bananaspeedrider]

Hm? This is my third contract with the Ringmaster. Not right away after the second ended, but I've been signed on to this one since when Portland happened.

[Another one of the veterans here, this one.]

What about you?