The atmosphere absorbed the sense of celebration that inhabited the country of Nova Pangaea; it wouldn’t be different in Astoria. An historical province important for the supernatural beings — 330 years ago — that were seeking a better place to live, a safe haven.
Streets were decorated, schools focused their classes to remember children of the importance of Founders day, covens and packs gathered to celebrate.
Astorians and tourists gained plenty of reasons to remain in the district during the following weeks as communication vehicles informed everyone of events that would occur in Astoria nearby the Founder’s Day. ‘You wouldn’t want to miss it, I sure won’t’. An anchor stated before the end of the program. If anyone wanted to know more about the upcoming events, they could easily find information in every social media related to Astoria.
Whether someone wanted a fast celebration such as the public art installation by the Memorial Park to appreciate the lights sharing part of Nova Pangaea’s history. Or to gather friends for a day at Axis Mundi for a horror night. Or simply enjoy the parade, there’s something for everyone to do to celebrate being part of history, to become part of another chapter and a bew cycle of Nova Pangaea.
Happy Founders Day, Astoria!
𝗢𝗢𝗖 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Below you’ll find information about the three celebration that will happen in city and that could be used as part of your threads with each other. Attending to the event is not mandatory, therefore you’re not obligated to develop threads related to the event, though we reassure that it’s a fun one that could help you develop connections! Don’t forget to tag your starters related to the event as: astoriaevent01.
‘Our Lights’
Unraveling the inherent beauty of Memorial Park, the element of lights being used in art installations offer the ephemeral beauty of the history behind Astoria since its creation, the glow of each sculpture brings the attention deserved for this celebration; something to share with friends, family or to even admire on your own. Some large pieces of this installation are interactive, step by step you can hear more about Nova Pangaea or simply be mesmerized by the lights created by your own touch. And make sure to buy a souvenir as a reminder of this moment and this important day. The installation is on display through October, 15th to October 23rd.
Horror Nights
Once the park is closed to visitors that’s when the fun begins. Besides the entertainment of the amusement park already, make sure to step just outside of Astoria to head to Axis Mundi and enjoy the haunted houses spread nearby the usual rides and attractions. Have in mind the park will be closed to those younger than 16 from October 15th to October 23rd during the Horror Nights. From Revenge of the Mummy to the movie Halloween, you’ll be scared by some familiar faces! After all, not everything is about history, sometimes celebrating simply means to have some fun! If you’re thinking of putting together a Halloween costume, go ahead! Just don’t forget that for safety reasons, masks are not allowed.
Founder’s Day Parade
The Annual Founders Day Festival honors and celebrates the founding of Nova Pangaea in 1692. At the northern edge of central Astoria, you’ll be able to enjoy the Founder’s Day Parade. Gather around to spread your joy and energy to all volunteers and workers that are part of this important activity while celebrating Astoria’s community and Nova Pangaea’s history. The streets adjacent to the Elkwood Station will be closed on October 21st from 12pm-6pm, and its proximity to the train station it’s mostly to aid astorians and tourists to reach the parade faster!
Werewolves prepared themselves for the usual full moon that accompanied a lunar eclipse, which this time will be a total lunar eclipse causing the moon to offer a shade of red, leading to its common name: the blood moon. Researchers usually offered to the media their perspective for the full moon, so supernatural and human beings could be prepared for what’s to come without any surprises.
Although the eclipse would cause werewolves to be unable to transform into their wolf form, the research stated that vampires and concubi could have an extra hunger during the full moon’s peak. Thankfully it’s a morning peak and, expectantly, there’s nothing to worry about. Either way, astorians are always reminded to stay cautious. After all, this is a safe haven.
More information about Astoria’s full moon event coming soon.
November 8th. In the morning hours of a mundane Tuesday, astorians and every other person inhabiting Nova Pangaea is presented with the Beaver Moon. This month’s full moon is accompanied by a total lunar eclipse, meaning the moon, sun, and earth stand in a line with our planet in the middle. During Beaver Moon, it’s been known throughout history that werewolves usually present a protective behavior of their own, urging for security during this specific lunar phase. Therefore, it’s advised not to meddle with any packs during this time.
The eclipse happening alongside the Beaver Moon, causes the werewolves to be unable to shift, therefore they’ll feel their inner wolf trying to escape from its cage and being unable to do so; which enhances their frustration during the day during the full moon. For the other species, the particular shade of red that comes along a total lunar eclipse, will cause others to lose control of their own magic or nature. Vampires and Concubi will notice a shift in their hunger as they’ll desire to feed more frequently and urge for more, and witches that aren’t in control of their own magic or tries to use their secondary power, could lose hold of it.
Those who had the werewolf gene, and would, eventually face the transformations during full moon at November 8th, despite the effects of the lunar eclipse, the council still stated Alphas take to necessary precautions to ensure werewolves restrain themselves from being close to anyone other than their own pack - if they were in one, and for the rest of the population to remain vigilant.
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The Beaver’s Moon holds a particular control over all supernatural species. The event will start today, Wednesday, November 9th - 3pm EST and it will end on Wednesday, November 16th!
Attending the event is not mandatory therefore you’re not obligated to develop any other thread related to the event . Should you choose not to take part in it, please keep in mind that every supernatural creature still goes through the consequences of the full moon. We hope everyone participates and that it helps you develop your character in this different setting!
And last, but not least, so there is no confusion, while you can continue threads prior to the event we kindly ask you not to write starters outside from the event during this time being, and we also ask you to tag your starters with astoriaevent2!
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1692. A full moon. Despite the presence of humans and hatred, witches gathered in a big ceremony, having every other creature to fight for them, to protect their circle while they performed their spell, words that would change the world for good.
Once the Earth began to shake, scaring even those humans who didn’t believe that the witches could pull this through, a large piece of land surfaced from the depths of the ocean. Nova Pangaea. There it was, their own land.
330 years later, supernatural beings and humans were able to celebrate in unison an important moment in the history of supernaturals. The birth of a land that secured them their chance of existing in safety and peace. Before Samhain, there it was: the Founders Day.
More information about Astoria’s first even coming soon.
