this is a load of bullshit. gabe's been home back in marrow all of 48 hours and his skin is practically itching to get the fuck out of here. hilariously, he finds himself ducking inside the church, like he didn't abandon this place faster than he abandoned marrow itself. but watching people who were supposed to be dead walking around like nothing happened at all and the new faces trying to blend in like they belong. it's quieter in here and gabe knows all of the best hiding spots. he had his first kiss inside one of the confessional booths and hooked up with a girl on the altar during a class retreat, so there's some comfort in these hallowed halls. he walks down the center aisle and lights up a cigarette, even though that's probably frowned upon. he jumps at the voices. everything echoes in here. "shit. if you wanted one you could've asked."
since the return, marrow has fallen into an uncharacteristic silence. in a town this small, there is no room for avoidance. the returned sulk by, unsure of what they could have possibly done to warrant so many eyes on them. the remnants move hesitantly, terrified to break whatever mirage has fallen over their town. the entourage watch it unfold from the shadows, curious to witness the living among the dead.
father romero observes from the sanctity of the church. it's a unique sort of harmony to behold, but one that cannot continue if his work is to prosper. in attempt to draw the community together, he has arranged for a potluck event on church grounds with only one set guideline: bring your favorite dish & an open heart.
i love you. i want us both to eat well.
out of character, this event will run from tue. june 10th --- fri. june 20th. during this timeframe, all interactions should take place at (or around) this event.
in character, the event begins on june 12th, 2025 at 5pm and lasts until the final person leaves. it takes place just outside of sanctuary church.
#hoco.potluck, please use this tag when posting open starters or event related edits.
event timeline. ⸝⸝
START: june 12, 2025.
5pm. people either spill out of work or their front doors, headed for the familiar churchyard. father romero greets each and every person with a warm smile.
8pm. sunset. relief for those guests who are newly "sun averse."
10pm. a thunderstorm can be heard in the distance. remaining attendees are quick to help everything move indoors. the storm begins just 10 minutes later, a true downpour.
event notables. ⸝⸝
the sanctuary church is located in town; it's a walkable distance from everywhere else on the 'step into town' list. from the highest point of the churchyard, attendees can see sanctuary shrine looming over the cemetery. characters are free to roam marrow during the event but please have them cross the churchyard at least once.
aside from the grounds being set up for a community potluck with seating and shade, the church doors will be open to all.
the potluck occurs on 6/12. that marks two weeks since the return (5/29) and three weeks since the entourage's arrival (5/22)— something fun to keep in mind when you consider where your character's head is at.
july in marrow can only mean one thing is around the corner: hometown holidays, a celebration started by father michaels when he stepped up to lead the church. residents of marrow gather on main street to browse booths set up by local businesses and hobbyists.
out of character, this event will run from sun. july 6th to sat. july 12th. because ooc and ic timelines link up, threads can continue at normal but please rope event occurrences into conversation.
in character, this event also occurs on july 6th - 12th, 2025.
#hoco.ht, please use this tag when creating event-based starters or edits.
event timeline. ⸝⸝
START: july 6, 2025.
END: july 12, 2025.
will be updated as prompted scenarios occur !
event notables. ⸝⸝
random characters were selected based on server volunteers. effie (@holystates), yue (@scnguissomnis), helena (@dethtrap), bellamy (@idletongue) were given prompts that will influence event outcomes.
this event is ultimately building up to a plot drop & is intended to provide your character with a reason to be surrounded by other residents on main street. thanks to the crowds, sleuthing will be much easier!
