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You are invited to join us this weekend for the annual Midsummer Festival, and the name day of Princess Sophia Caddock!

Nore has always been known for the festivals it holds. Every month, the New Moon Feast has been the topic of gossip, but only once a year came the Midsummer Festival. This welcomes in the new summer, as well as the longest day of the year. It lasts from sunrise to sunrise, welcoming children and adults both to join in the festivities.

Fey are expected to appear near ten or eleven PM. Be wary of approaching them. While they do not attack on the equinoxes or solstices, there is no promise that the Fey will not be suspicious of anyone who comes too close.

But this year is especially celebrated, for the princess Sophia Caddock not only celebrates her nameday on the day of the Summer Festival, but enters into adulthood herself. She turns nineteen on the twenty-fourth of June, and at this time, will be of marriageable age. It is a day to celebrate Nore’s great fortune and the coming of a New Summer.

Things to know before the event begins:

Most shops surrounding the Market Square will be extremely active in the early morning, and close mid-afternoon.

There will be games and races for children, and for adults, and some for both.

This takes place in a few fields in the Wastes, and bonfires will be lit at night.

It is expected to bring a gift from your family, or group of friends, for the princess.

Wear your best! It’s not a festival unless you come dressed for it.

Experts have been putting together fireworks to set off once night falls.

Artisans may set up booths during the festival, while troupes of actors may have small stages set up to perform.

As always, this festival meant to remind the Norns that they are a family, not just a kingdom. No-one is unwelcome, and anyone may attend, slave, nobility, and so on.

Threads for this event may begin Wednesday, 22 June and may go on for however long is necessary. Please do not start new ones after Monday, 27 June.

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Mina and Frey’s Days

You are invited to join us for the celebration of two important holidays, Mina’s Day and Frey’s Day. This year will be a special Frey’s Day, so make sure to read below to learn more about it.

Mina’s Day is a day to celebrate love and fertility. Give your loved ones gifts of sweet things and flowers, or pronounce your love to someone who doesn’t know yet how you feel. Hang wreaths of pine needles and dried fruits on your door as a fertility charm, and, for those unwed, gather in the market to search for a potential suitor. February 14.

Over night, the kingdom will be transformed for Frey’s Day, to celebrate and remember the dead. This is a joyous holiday, meant to remember the happiness these people brought, rather than one of mourning and sorrow. Dress in your mourning clothes, but pick up a small red ribbon from one of the many vendors to symbolize the life and love your lost ones brought to you.

Please take this day to bring a ribbon to the palace gardens and tie it on one of the trees to show your support for our beloved Queen Eira. As we know, her family suffered a great and terrible loss in the past year, and while we are slowly coming out of the state of mourning Nore was in, it is not over for the Queen. Send her your prayers and ensure that she knows our love is with her still.

This event is group wide, but not mandatory.

Threads for this event may begin Thursday, 11 February and may go on for however long is necessary. Please do not start new ones after Wednesday, 16 February.

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The Kingdom Mourns

It is with a heavy heart that this humble person must inform you that King Dominic, ruler of Sol for many prosperous years, has passed away. His death was sudden, and comes as a shock to us all. But his eldest son, Prince Richard, ascends to the throne in his father’s stead.

For ages, Sol and Nore have had close ties to one another, the kingdoms named for the gods who gave birth to our world. Sol has offered its brother kingdom trade, food, and protection, and the King knows how poorly Nore would fair without Solish support. And so, out of respect for Sol and its many contributions to Norn life, King Aric Caddock requests that his kingdom enters a state of mourning as well.

It is expected that the citizens of Nore will dress in white, the color of Frey, to pay respect to King Dominic and his legacy. Businesses and homes may also be decorated in Frey’s colors to honor him.

While it is expected that daily life shall continue on during this time, we ask that you say a prayer for Queen Eira Caddock and her family. King Dominic was father to our Queen, and her hardship is not to be forgotten.

More details regarding the circumstances of King Dominic’s passing will be posted on the ETC. blog, which we encourage all our players to follow. There will be more information released in regards to these events in the coming weeks, so please keep a close eye on the dash.

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An Official Ordinance from Lavinia Gardener

Taro Abernathy is to be exiled.

The ex-ranger abandoned his post during the worst of the storms fourteen years ago and did not return until recently. The punishment for that would not be severe, had he also not attacked one of the captain's assistants in broad daylight before disappearing once more.

Together, these two crimes have added up, and Captain Gardener will not allow such a person to go ignored. Should anyone see any persons resembling the description below, please report immediately to your nearest ranger, and make sure the kingdom is kept safe.

Taro Abernathy is a man who looks much older than he is. His dark hair is limp and stringy, and he is often found with a sneer. Standing at just taller than the captain herself, he also carries two swords, and wears leather armor. He is thought to be a little under forty years of age.

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Mini Event: New Moon Mischief

A pair of twins in their late teens were seen around the Square in masks resembling birds, and there are rumors that they speak with a distinct Southern accent. While they caused little trouble at first - knocking over cups and tugging at women's dresses they disappeared around midnight.

At almost the same time, however, the center stage built over the ring caught fire, destroying a few instruments, and a good portion of the stands. The festivities were broken up, and most people were sent home. Luckily, the fire was put out within the hour, and no-one was too terribly hurt. Those who were burnt were tended to before dawn.

Repairs are already being planned, but all fights and staged events that would have taken place in or above the ring for the next two months have been shut down. No culprits have been caught, but it is determined that this was not an accident. Someone caused the fire, as it started up too quickly and burned too brightly to be an accident. One of the victims of the fire came forward and said that it was someone with fire magic. Whether it was one of the twins, or someone else, keep an eye out for anyone who might look suspicious, and be sure to report them to the nearest ranger.

Please note: This takes effect halfway through the New Moon Feast in-game. You may continue threads that take place before this event, adjust running threads so that characters can react to the event, or start new threads altogether. But understand that festivities will be interrupted at some point during the feast.