and i'll stay yours, no matter sunrise, nightfall

[promittere]

WAXING CRESCENT PRESTO

Things haven't been easy the past two months for the new sage's wizards, but their hard work is paying off. All twenty-five, including sage and mentor, have been personally invited to the home of the newly-appointed Lady Diane Chenon of Borda Island, located in the Western Country.

Borda Island is a popular holiday desination located off the western coast of the mainland, and as the local ruler, Lady Diane's abode is nothing less than a beautiful castle—a gorgeous piece of architecture, even if it isn't as grand as Granvelle Castle.

She invites everyone to stay for an entire weekend. But when they all arrive to their destination, they'll find that she's...absent, due to sudden business she has to attend to. No matter, though. Her staff is ready to receive you anyway, and you're given free reign over both the castle and the island.

In the castle, the staff have set out an entire feast for the crew, with all sorts of food imaginable. From large savory dishes to delectable sweets, everything is exquisite, and it's set out in a buffet style so everyone can pick and choose what they want to eat. The castle also has stunning views of the town and the western expanse of sea beyond the mainland.

Outside of the castle, the world is your oyster. Borda Island's beaches are pristine, well-maintained, with silky sand and shining blue water. While there are several other beachgoers at this time of year, the sands and seas are mostly open for the sage's wizards to lounge in as they please. If you think your water breathing magic is up to snuff, then why not go diving? There are whispers of a sunken city far off the coast (if you think you can find it!), and you may be lucky enough to run across a mermaid...

The markets aren't far from the beach, and they hold a vast array of trinkets, activities, and foods catering to every taste imaginable. What's unique about these markets is that a large section of the markets are wizard-owned, which means there are plenty of magical trinkets for sale. And that also means the native wizards are quite curious about you, the alien wizards...

Alternatively, feel free to return to the mainland to visit the Nectar District, which is not that far, all things considered. This is the wizard-only pleasure district of the Western Country, for those who wish to indulge in a bit of depravity. And it is worth visiting at least once while you're here, if at least to connect with some native wizards and learn about wizard culture. But be careful, and do be home in time for dinner—it's hard to escape a Western wizard's charms once they decide they want to play with you.

As night falls, everyone is treated to a spectacular sight. Some may have heard whispers of its arrival, some may not. Either way, the Venator meteor shower darts across the sky as dusk falls.

The meteor shower has another name among wizards—the Lineal meteor shower. Wizards live for a very, very long time, yet their pasts and experiences live on in the teachings they hand down to their apprentices. The stars, too, live a very long time, and as the meteor shower comes by every year, they trace the slight differences in time and in these relationships.

In the past, shooting stars have been considered bad omens. And though the perception of them as simply natural phenomena has become more prevalent, the superstition remains. But some see them as travelers, foreign visitors who are here to usher in a new age of change. How do you see them?

Regardless, every wizard has a memory or two closely related to the meteor shower. Take a moment to look up to the shooting stars as they color the sky, and take in the life you have now—what sort of memory are you going to make on this night, and how will you pass it on?

JOB BOARD

Rekindling. Thanks to your Northern friends' hard work, the worst of the damages have been avoided for the City of Ice. But that doesn't mean they don't need your help still.

The earthquakes left by the chimera's rampage have rattled some buildings, and they need repair. The magical blizzards also seem to have injured some people and damaged some of the stained glass decorations the townsfolk value so highly. Collect crystals from the Forest of Ice to try and replicate them, and try to put in as much protective magic as you can—they need it.

They also request a barrier that blocks magical signatures, much like the one erected around Granvelle Castle. It seems their patrons are back and comatose, and they would like to avoid any attacks by other opportunistic Northern wizards...

Theatrical assistance and celebration. The West is a country of the arts, as well as science, which means there is always some sort of production going on that needs hands and talent. One of the largest theaters in the City of Affluence is in need of help with costuming, prop manufacturing, and is holding auditions for roles in their upcoming play. Maybe now's a good time to get some good publicity for wizards? Or the promise of remuneration and a share of the profits will be enough, as anyone who helps the theater or helps draw crowds to their new play will get quite the financial compensation. And free tickets!

Those more musically inclined or prone to stage fright can also help with the theater's upcoming parade through the city. Those with no marching band experiences can play the most important instrument of all, the cymbal. Or triangle, pick your poison.

If that's still too much, there's always passing out flyers to advertise the new production.

The advent of summer. The summer solstice nears, and the City of Clouds has asked for your assistance! Their yearly summer solstice celebration is coming up and they need help preparing for the festival. Their usual magical muscle is unfortunately still out of commission, so they've turned to the current sage's wizards for assistance. They need help building sets for their dances and music, setting up magical illusions and lights for the main event, and clearing the land where they'll have the food and activity stalls. This may not be as grand in caliber as your previous jobs, but at this point, it may be best to begin building regular goodwill among the natives of this world. Who knows if it may end up being your home...

G'RAHA TASKS

I've heard that some wizards have found that they're capable of a unique sort of spell with another wizard around them, and that those spells can be quite powerful. While I've yet to see any for myself, I've been doing some digging to see if I can understand where it comes from and how it might be replicable. To that end, I think it may be fun to host some sort of gathering where people can try out spells with their comrades and see what happens...?

(OOC Note: This is basically G'raha sanctioned speed-dating, so go wild with this!)

TATARA ACTIVITIES

You know what the best way to bond is? Food! We should have a huge potluck feast one day—everyone make one dish they consider to be their specialty, and we'll have them all out for dinner one day in the dining hall! Don't miss it! I expect all of you to be there!

I really want to fill out my sage tome. I haven't gotten everyone so far, so I'm relying on your trusty submissions! If you could please write down what you like, what you don't like, what you're good at, and what you're bad at and then leave your papers in a stack on a library table, I'd be ever grateful! Thank you~

OOC NOTES

🌙 Welcome to your fifth and final (?) event! Sick of sand yet? Have some more!
🌙 Everyone made AC and that's dope, actually. Thank you all so much for sticking with us!!! We're in the home stretch. Things may be low key right now, but do you think you're ready for what's to come?
🌙 A quick reminder of the deadline for submitting your pair guesses: Friday, June 14, 11:59 PM. There's still time to guess!
🌙 We'll also be closing the rewards page on Wednesday, June 19, 11:59 PM. That's your last chance to get your random items, and your last chance to get your mission rewards. Don't miss out!
🌙 Don't forget, your OOC plotting post is here! Please be sure to use this post, since not everyone checks plurk or discord frequently.
🌙 Our last group to go on their mission will be West. Don't fuck it up, Westies!

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[dyingtohealyou]

Gee, sorry my technique isn't up to snuff.

[...He will quite suddenly tug his arm in an attempt to slip out of Kurapika's grasp, however.]

[revengier]

[ This time, Ahito easily pulls out of his grip. ]

That attempt wasn't too bad. [ He smiles. ] You're learning.

[dyingtohealyou]

Thanks to my skilled instructor. Let's just hope it works on the real thing...

[revengier]

[ He nods at a stall up ahead where the wizards are grabbing the wrists of a few that pass by, hoping to get them to look at their wares. ]

Want to try your luck up there?

[dyingtohealyou]

Guess we've got to start somewhere...

[His hands go to his pockets, a careful kind of casual. Bring it, western wizards.]

[revengier]

[ There's a shop past that stall he'd like to try their luck in, so... onwards!

And as predicted, someone does reach out to Ahito to get his attention. ]

[dyingtohealyou]

[They don't even catch him, he's going to smoothly sidestep behind Kurapika instead. Have fun, partner!]

[revengier]

[ Kurapika isn't expecting it, but he does manage to slip out of that wizard's grasp (13).

...Except something even worse happens—he gets trapped in a conversation as that wizards asks if he needs any "assistance".

He glances at Ahito.

Save him. ]

[dyingtohealyou]

[Kurapika, weren't you supposed to be the expert when it comes to info gathering...]

Not at this time, thank you. C'mon, we have places to be-

[Going to try to push Kurapika along, let's find someone else to pump for info.]

[revengier]

[ Look. We all have our weaknesses, Ahito!!

Kurapika clears his throat, crossing his arms as they move away from that particular stall. ]

...She was incredibly forward.

[dyingtohealyou]

She sure was. ...Is this really going to work?

[revengier]

[ He breathes in, and breathes out. ]

I simply need to steel myself. This isn't that embarrassing in the grand scheme of things, and a fair price to pay for information.

[dyingtohealyou]

What's a little dignity for some info, I guess...

[Implying Ahito has ever been dignified.]

Maybe we should find a place that looks promising and get accosted on purpose?

[revengier]

Accosted on purpose... are you sure you're fine with that?

[ Kurapika frowns, but if he prepares himself... ]

And what sort of place would look "promising" to you?

[dyingtohealyou]

If we get caught on purpose, at least we'll be ready to slip out again.

[He hopes.]

As for a promising place... one that's busy enough to listen in while we sweettalk whoever found us, I guess.

[revengier]

[ He scans the surrounding shops, taking in their signs and window displays, before pointing at one. ]

This one advertises... jewelry? Gems, more specifically, I believe.

[ Nothing particularly scandalous, so maybe they can try their luck there. ]

[dyingtohealyou]

[Nodding.]

Let's stroll nice and slow in front of it, then.

[He'll begin to head over, gait casual.]

[revengier]

[ The shop is busy, patrons milling about as they chat and look over different pieces of jewelry, with a few shop attendants engaging them in conversation and doing their best to make a sale. ]

I think we might be able to slip in without being accosted.

[dyingtohealyou]

Nice. That makes it perfect for our purposes.

[Feeling much more at ease already, he'll stroll right in!]

[revengier]

[ Shoving his hands into his pockets, Kurapika walks in right behind Ahito, immediately beelining for a display of rings with various stones inlaid. ]

They're talking about something.

[ He looks towards the couple a few feet away talking to an attendant, who mentions something about stones matching eye colors. ]

[dyingtohealyou]

[Ahito heads over to look at some necklaces, giving a brief and silent nod as he listens in.

Apparently it's an important purchase - a gift for one's lover, and not something to buy lightly. As he overhears it, Ahito's expression remains stony throughout, but his gaze wanders slightly as he considers this information. That northern witch had...

...]

[revengier]

[ It's an interesting custom, and Kurapika can't help but wonder what would count for him—a gray-ish brown or a bright ruby red?

Despite his thoughts, however, he doesn't miss the look on Ahito's face. ]

Care to share?

[dyingtohealyou]

...Met a witch in the North with a necklace like that.

[revengier]

...Matching her eye color as well?

[dyingtohealyou]

Yeah. Not that we didn't already know their relationship, but...