⇨ 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

[genice]

Bird distributes stuffed toys: grown adult man has no idea what to do about it. He can hear the ridiculousness of that running through his head as he holds onto the toy. Having any large animal bump into his hand, let alone a bird, carries some intimidation along with it.

Still, he seems to catch on, bringing the toy to his chest. "You want me to take it?"

He'd try petting Feathers, except, well, he doesn't know what one does to pet a bird. Thus he keeps hold on the toy and waits for...

... well, he waits for something.

[pipers_son]

And what he's waiting for, apparently, is a nod from a bird.

Good job.

This was definitely a surreal encounter or anything.

[genice]

He's holding a gill shark and having a bird nod at him.

But really, it's not the weirdest thing, so he nods back and says, "Thank you. I'll put this somewhere safe so I can take it back to my trailer later, okay?"

[pipers_son]

A couple more delighted cooing noises flutter up to Viktor, quite satisfied with this arrangement. And now that he knows what he picked, Feathers can deliver it to him if he forgets! It all works out.

For now, however, with one last nod given, Feathers starts to preen himself. gotta look sharp in show business, after all.

[genice]

Victor stands and regards the preening bird. He's mystified by apparent intelligence levels of everyone he runs into at the carnival, and while it seems this bird isn't sapient, it's definitely... intelligent.

Meaning Victor doesn't just try to set the stuffed sharp container back on the pile, but he smiles, waves, and slowly walks away. Time to go... over there. Yes. Time to watch this show and make educated guesses on what will be in store in his near future.