⇨ 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

[dressedtothe]

Yeah, he's totally going to believe that! 9S stays parked right where he is, far enough from Jinx that if she gets any ideas, he at least has time to run. But he does cluck in agreement; this sucks!!

< All employees undergo some transformation due to lingering fae magic within the Carnival. Major transformations occur at a below average frequency >

At least Jinx is getting a warning about it?

< Query: What is the indentification of the lifeform conversing with this pod? >

[everybodypanic]

"Ugh, why are you talking that? Can't you talk more... normal?" The floating-robot-thing is starting to annoy her.

"Jinx. Just call me Jinx. None of this 'lifeform' crap."

[dressedtothe]

That's just the way Pod 153's AI was designed. And 9S would say as much, except everything that comes out of his mouth -- beak?? -- are incomprehensible clucks. Grumpy, 9S scratches at the ground with his clawed feet.

< Identification acknowledged. Pod 153 to Jinx. "Nice to meet you!" >

[everybodypanic]

"Yeah, sure. Nice to meet you too." Wasn't every day she'd be having a conversation with a chicken and their floating-robot-thing.

"So uh, how long you gonna be a chicken for?" Jinx asked.

"You... are gonna change back, right?"

[dressedtothe]

< Exchange of greetings acknowledged. Length of the transformation magic's effect unknown. The Ringmaster is the most powerful magic user in the Carnival. Hypothesis: The Ringmaster will be able to remove the effects of magical transformation from Unit 9S >

Of course, there's a reason why he's still here instead of with the Ringmaster. 9S settles himself back down on the floorboards, making absolutely no move to actually find the Ringmaster.

[everybodypanic]

"So uh, if you need her to fix you up, then shouldn't you out be looking for her?" It sounds like a pretty simple solution to Jinx, and she's left wondering exactly why he wasn't doing that then and there.

"I'm pretty sure the more people look at you, the more they're gonna see dinner."

Or that could just be you, Jinx.

[dressedtothe]

< This pod is equipped with long range attack functions to deter those who would attempt to consume Unit 9S >

Anyone who sees 9S as dinner is going to have a Fun Time trying to actually catch him.

As for why they aren't looking for the Ringmaster just yet... 9S turns his head away with a huff.

< It is Jonathan Strange's responsibility to perform corrective actions with respect to his breach in protocol >

[everybodypanic]

"So... you're just gonna stay like that until he turns you back to normal?" Wow, okay. That sure sounded... dumb.

"Well, uh, have fun being a chicken and waiting. Let us know what it was like if you ever turn back to normal!"

[dressedtothe]

It's dumb but he's gonna make Strange stew on it for a while, even if it means mild inconvenience to himself. If Strange takes too long, then he'll take things into his own hands. Er. Wings. Feathers?

9S clucks in response. Yeah, yeah, he will.