The Festival of the Holy Light (IC)

[Cartoonia]

“Well, we just wanted to get away from Cartoonia for a while”, Fry says “you know get away from the modern sounds of our cities and industries. Get some good vibes for a week, you understand?”

"Surprisingly I actually do. Even though I'm from the countryside myself, I get why people flock away from cities to even the most remote places like these islands here to enjoy something a little different."

“Yeah, this country is very diffrent than our lives back in our home country” Says Tamaki. “We are an island nation ourselves back on the Pacific Islands. Going to a country like this makes it seem like our country, but technologically and economically backwards if you know what I mean”.

[Kuronami]

"Mhm. I get it. Our country is in someways like here. Well much more advanced but a little set in the past and its ways. Not terribly different form here in people who poulate it either. Actually I'm rather enjoying it here, because it is so different. But Ive only just arrived and I'm going to be here quite some time, I can only imagine what's really in store. I try to stay positive and I promise to have a good approach and attitude about being here, I did want to come here after all."

[Cartoonia]

"Mhm. I get it. Our country is in someways like here. Well much more advanced but a little set in the past and its ways. Not terribly different form here in people who poulate it either. Actually I'm rather enjoying it here, because it is so different. But Ive only just arrived and I'm going to be here quite some time, I can only imagine what's really in store. I try to stay positive and I promise to have a good approach and attitude about being here, I did want to come here after all."

“Me too” Rose says. “I’m from a small village myself and being here kinda reminds me of home”

“Well, I just can’t wait to explore this place” Fry says “I travel alot in as a naval sailor, but I don’t get the time to take in the beauty of a place often”

[Kuronami]

Rose being from a village and Fry being a sailor caught her attention. She could relate being from a small farm and equally small town. "Wow really? I kind of get the same vibes too but I still miss my family. So a sailor huh? Must have seen a lot of places"

[Cartoonia]

Rose being from a village and Fry being a sailor caught her attention. She could relate being from a small farm and equally small town. "Wow really? I kind of get the same vibes too but I still miss my family. So a sailor huh? Must have seen a lot of places"

“Yep” Fry says “Cartoon Navy Lieutenant Fry, Military engineer for the 3rd New New York Fleet, before that I sailed around the world, keeping our empire at bay, along with peacekeeping. Our entire fleet is expected to go on tour in the next two years, like America’s Great White Fleet back in the 1890s”.

[Kuronami]

“Yep” Fry says “Cartoon Navy Lieutenant Fry, Military engineer for the 3rd New New York Fleet, before that I sailed around the world, keeping our empire at bay, along with peacekeeping. Our entire fleet is expected to go on tour in the next two years, like America’s Great White Fleet back in the 1890s”.

"That's pretty admirable. Military service not quite my thing personally so I committed to Civil Service. That's part of why I'm here is to do my Civil Service requirement for my country. Nothing against service just not my route."

Their waitress returned with their fruit bowls to start them off with and cups of tea. "Enjoy." She told them and continued along her rounds.

[Cartoonia]

“Yep” Fry says “Cartoon Navy Lieutenant Fry, Military engineer for the 3rd New New York Fleet, before that I sailed around the world, keeping our empire at bay, along with peacekeeping. Our entire fleet is expected to go on tour in the next two years, like America’s Great White Fleet back in the 1890s”.

"That's pretty admirable. Military service not quite my thing personally so I committed to Civil Service. That's part of why I'm here is to do my Civil Service requirement for my country. Nothing against service just not my route."

Their waitress returned with their fruit bowls to start them off with and cups of tea. "Enjoy." She told them and continued along her rounds.

“Thank you” everyobe said as they began to eat thier food. “WOW!” Tamaki says. “This is so good!”

“I agree” Rose says “This is delicious”

[Kuronami]

"Mmm it is really good, I love tropical fruits. Authentic tropical fruits are really sweet and citrus rich. They taste the best."

[Cartoonia]

"Mmm it is really good, I love tropical fruits. Authentic tropical fruits are really sweet and citrus rich. They taste the best."

"Yeah" Fry says eating more of the fruits, "a lot sweeter than what I'm used to back home".

[Danceria]

Dawn Of The First Day
Aceus Elurion, King of Danceria

Outside Aurora Port, Late Morning
CURRENT FORECAST: Sunny, with passing clouds. Chance of precipitation 25% Winds SSW at 16 Km/h

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It was something out of a bygone fable, a young man with shoulder-length shaggy silver hair, seated cross-legged on a small sailboat. The winds guided the sails not where he wanted to go, guiding him to the north, and the winds still would guide him across the isles. He wasn't disappointed by the change, he would make his rounds of the islands eventually, and had about two and a half weeks to make the circuit. With a low intonation, he chanted a litany from ages past.
"I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear.
I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain." he was interrupted by the low horn of a larger ship lumbering into port, and rose in conclusion
"In Courage, I Die Once, But Live Evermore."
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Customs was friendly enough, though a little concerned about the six-shooter in the belly of the ship. While bearing the legal papers to possess such a firearm, they may not mean much in the Isles. Still, he was happy to temporarily loan the weapon and ammunition to the authorities until things were cleared out. They even allowed him to take ashore an even more ferocious metal beast.

It was a fold-out hybrid motor-scooter, outfitted with both off-road tires and durable enough to get hit with a grenade and still keep going. She wasn't exactly the easiest thing to fit on and off the ship, but he wasn't walking all over the bloody island for sightseeing. With a rumble of gasoline powered thunder, the vehicle started up and slowly entered the city proper, following the traffic directions and local city maps. Right now, he wanted to acquaint himself with the local shrine and inn, as well as a few shops for the local boutiques. Dancerian garb did not include a yukata. Instead, it included a well weathered but still durable leather boots, denim, cotton t-shirt beneath an open jacket, completing the look with a sleek helmet. The Dancerian Prince grinned, hidden under the stuffy but safe confines of his helmet. He was just like a cowboy, with a guitar slung over his shoulder. Save for the fact his "horse" was of steel. With that, the man drove gently into the city.

[Lux Pulchrae]

After two days of sailing, Anatolia II was finally nearing Aurora, only a kilometer and a half away. On the bow, stood its owner, Jose Aldo de Tejada y Constanza, a 24 year old nobleman from Luc Pulchrae who was on the trip for business more than pleasure. He stood at 5’11 with a moderate build and strength, he isn’t frail but not the strongest man either.

He leaned on his cane with both hand in front of him, knowing he’d travel to a tropical climate, he dressed appropriately: wearing white casual dress pants, a blue button up which was tucked. As well as black oxfords, a black belt with a silver buckle and gold framed aviator shades, just to boast.

The calming ocean breeze began to blow as the were reaching shore, Jose was taking it all in peacefully, when the peace was interrupted by someone

“Oh Madonna mia” he moaned in complaint, “If I’m staying on this boat any longer I might go mad! How much longer?”

“A good thirty minutes, you’d notice if you looked ahead.”

“Finally, you know the plan right? Business as usual. We try to set up a connection, if there is any, and if there isn’t, we still have a pretty legal trade route and enjoy a couple days in the sun.” he said with a certain ‘bada-bing’ confidence to it.

Giuseppe Borgonni was the man’s name. A notable businessman from Lux Pulchrae with not-so-provable ties to the Ghorra crime family. He looked noticeably different than Jose, quite shorter at 5’9 and not as fit as his Hispanic compatriot. His attire was simillar only with brown pants and a red polo.

“Hey before we reach shore explain something to me, because you and I haven’t had much face to face. Giuseppe started “Why are the Ghorras, an Italian family, using the Tejada Family ports. I know we’re paisano and all but your a Hispanic. Why don’t the Ghorras go through Sudeste ports or some other Italians.”

Jose smiled and answered “Giuseppe, your a businessman, you should know something about volume. Tejada ports are the busiest in the region, definitely busier than you people, and the Ghorras move the most ‘merchandise’ out of all the other families. Their shipments are standard issue for my ports so no one will look twice, if they try to move it anywhere else, at that volume it might seem suspicious, and authorities might catch on. So by going through me, they avoid any risk. Got it?”

As Giuseppe was about to answer they reached shore. They grabbed their luggage and their cases and walked off the yacht with their hands up, greeting the nearest authorities

“Good evening officers” Jose said as they both handed in their papers “Jose Aldo, Primo of Altonuevo and this is my associate, Giuseppe Borgonni.” A sudden thought hit Jose and he sighed “You must forgive me officers, I must warn you, I am carrying a firearm on me at the moment. It’s tucked behind me, just thought I should give you a heads up.”

[Holy Marsh]

Tobias spent some time on the streets, taking part in the back and forth with the vendors on the street. He had a ton of money to spend, a good deal of Marshians in what counted for pockets in his clothes. A lot of trinkets, a bit of kitsche always made a trip worthwhile. Some of the locals seemed a bit more distant than he had thought they'd be based on what Marshites were told, but it wouldn't be the first time other creatures let him down. Nonetheless, it was all working out well enough. Just passing the time, as they say. Eventually though he felt the need to eat, to toss something delicious in his maw. He looked around a bit until he found what looked like a nice little place. There was even a cute little girl working the tables, reminding Tobias of the twelve hours a day schedule in his school days. The tall, lithe, powerful Tigris eventually leaned down towards the cute server girl. "Hey there, you prrretty little thing! Are there any spots available? I could really do with some of the famous fish that I keep on hearing about.


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Speaking of clothes, he felt the need to get something a bit better suited for this land and the climate. Well, he felt well suited. Tigris by nature wore clothing suited for the warmth of the jungles of Pushania and he felt comfortable here, but the beautiful designs inherent in the fashion here were appealing. Before The Shift he was a suit and tie wearing Marshite man. Post-Shift he wasn't even human, while the feminization of the male gender made it so that he was for all intents and purposes female to those who didn't care for much beyond aesthetics. He embraced both things; no reason not to. So he looked out for something nice. He was enticed into one specific store by the cute sign held by a cute little girl. No reason to not poke in on her mother's shop. And so he did, just as Aurelia was finishing with her Yukata. Looked good on her! Tobias purred, and looked around. "Seems this is the place..."

[Kyrenaia]

"Indeed, long trip.", Aurelia confirmed and nodded as she was tallied up, raising a finger to ask them to wait for a moment. She went to her things and pulled her wallet out, putting a total of 600 Island Credits onto the table. She smiled a bit unsure: "Short question, can you change me a bit of money into smaller notes? The bank only gave me larger ones and I'm not gonna pay a snack with a 100-credit-note."
A crass oversight on her part, she would freely admit, but she still needed the money a bit smaller.
She was also unsure, whether or not she would be allowed to give tips or if it would be a grave insult to these nice ladies, so she better didn't.
She followed Azusa to the back to see the folding techniques and everything in action... standing there only in a bikini, as Azusa folded her new dress up and she watched closely.
There were quite a few shops in Kyrenaia, who could learn a few things about customer service from this humble little shop, Aurelia thought.

"I'd be happy to help with that, Miss." She took the bigger bills and gave several smaller denominations for small to moderate purchase handing it to Aurelia and then she proceed in folding up the nice new yukata and enclosing paper instructions on how to wear it, fold it and care for it. Wrapping it up in paper and placing it into a burlap sack for her. Azusa finished up "I think I oughta put one on too to really dress for the customers like Kumiko does. Or maybe a bikini to show our swimwear collection. Ah don't mind me, I'm thinking aloud again. But it's been a great pleasure to serve you this morning, thanks for your purchases. As a little token because you were our first customer this morning is please take this coupon. It'll give you 30 Credits off your next purchase with us. We hope you see you again."

Tobias spent some time on the streets, taking part in the back and forth with the vendors on the street. He had a ton of money to spend, a good deal of Marshians in what counted for pockets in his clothes. A lot of trinkets, a bit of kitsche always made a trip worthwhile. Some of the locals seemed a bit more distant than he had thought they'd be based on what Marshites were told, but it wouldn't be the first time other creatures let him down. Nonetheless, it was all working out well enough. Just passing the time, as they say. Eventually though he felt the need to eat, to toss something delicious in his maw. He looked around a bit until he found what looked like a nice little place. There was even a cute little girl working the tables, reminding Tobias of the twelve hours a day schedule in his school days. The tall, lithe, powerful Tigris eventually leaned down towards the cute server girl. "Hey there, you prrretty little thing! Are there any spots available? I could really do with some of the famous fish that I keep on hearing about.


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Speaking of clothes, he felt the need to get something a bit better suited for this land and the climate. Well, he felt well suited. Tigris by nature wore clothing suited for the warmth of the jungles of Pushania and he felt comfortable here, but the beautiful designs inherent in the fashion here were appealing. Before The Shift he was a suit and tie wearing Marshite man. Post-Shift he wasn't even human, while the feminization of the male gender made it so that he was for all intents and purposes female to those who didn't care for much beyond aesthetics. He embraced both things; no reason not to. So he looked out for something nice. He was enticed into one specific store by the cute sign held by a cute little girl. No reason to not poke in on her mother's shop. And so he did, just as Aurelia was finishing with her Yukata. Looked good on her! Tobias purred, and looked around. "Seems this is the place..."

"You'd look cute.", Aurelia said to Azusa with a smile as she accepted the coupon with a smile after putting the smaller bills away. "And I have to thank you for all the patience..." She smiled and took the sack with her new purchases, swinging it over her shoulder. "I'll definately come back."
And that was not only because of the coupon - the coupon was a nice incentive, but she really liked this shop with everything and anything on offer, it really was, as the person arriving pointed out, 'the place'.
She felt the look the... Cat-Woman, Aurelia wanted to say (she was no expert on non-human intelligent species, if she was honest), gave her and decided to ignore it. Aldhiyb, still keeping watch in front of the shop, didn't act up, so she was alright.
With her new Yukata and other purchases packed up and herself dressed back in her casual clothes, she
made to depart. She gave a small bow to Azusa. "Thank you. And good luck for the rest of the day!", she said as goodbye and left the shop.
She give the Cat-Woman a friendly nod as she passed, then snapped her fingers to call her pet Sand Wolf to her side, the large canine being there in an instant, eying his mistress. She bent down and stroked him between his ears, which appeased his mind, and off she was...
...to the docks.
Her first stop needed to be her Harira, to store her new purchases. Then she would take a bath, most likely in the public bath. Then redress into the Yukata and from there, she would look around until she spotted Marcella.
Her heart fluttered for a moment before a giddy grin broke out.

[AHSCA]

"Yeah" Fry says eating more of the fruits, "a lot sweeter than what I'm used to back home".

As the group got to enjoy their fruit bowl the waitress made her periodic passes to refill their tea as needed and eventually their main dishes came out "All right, rice porridge all around, one of our specialties. Please enjoy."

Annabell thanked the waitress.

-trim-
Customs was friendly enough, though a little concerned about the six-shooter in the belly of the ship. While bearing the legal papers to possess such a firearm, they may not mean much in the Isles. Still, he was happy to temporarily loan the weapon and ammunition to the authorities until things were cleared out. They even allowed him to take ashore an even more ferocious metal beast.

It was a fold-out hybrid motor-scooter, outfitted with both off-road tires and durable enough to get hit with a grenade and still keep going. She wasn't exactly the easiest thing to fit on and off the ship, but he wasn't walking all over the bloody island for sightseeing. With a rumble of gasoline powered thunder, the vehicle started up and slowly entered the city proper, following the traffic directions and local city maps. Right now, he wanted to acquaint himself with the local shrine and inn, as well as a few shops for the local boutiques. Dancerian garb did not include a yukata. Instead, it included a well weathered but still durable leather boots, denim, cotton t-shirt beneath an open jacket, completing the look with a sleek helmet. The Dancerian Prince grinned, hidden under the stuffy but safe confines of his helmet. He was just like a cowboy, with a guitar slung over his shoulder. Save for the fact his "horse" was of steel. With that, the man drove gently into the city.

A quick check through customs the Police Officers informed him "Okay, it checks out. Please be careful with your firearm and do be careful with any motor vehicles and pedestrians. Enjoy your stay with us." She handed his documents back to him. Pedestrians weaved away from him to allow him space to move. Most motorized vehicles were police and military vehicles or the occasional shrine maiden who drove one for long heavy hauls. Everyone had mixed reactions to the influx of tourists some still bearing the grudges of 20 years ago others happy and enthusiastic to welcome many new arrivals to experience the best of AHSCAian culture. Aurora being the busy hub of everything in the nation was full of people local and tourist alike now.

-trim-

As Giuseppe was about to answer they reached shore. They grabbed their luggage and their cases and walked off the yacht with their hands up, greeting the nearest authorities

“Good evening officers” Jose said as they both handed in their papers “Jose Aldo, Primo of Altonuevo and this is my associate, Giuseppe Borgonni.” A sudden thought hit Jose and he sighed “You must forgive me officers, I must warn you, I am carrying a firearm on me at the moment. It’s tucked behind me, just thought I should give you a heads up.”

"Welcome" A couple of police officers welcomed them checking their bags and papers out. "If we might inspect it, we'd appreciate it." (let me know if this bit goes a bit far) One officer inspected the weapon checking over things and seeing it was in fine working condition and safe. "Please be cautious with your weapon while here. If for any reason you find your self stopped by police always inform them you are carrying." She stamped his documents and papers "Welcome to the islands."

[AHSCA]

Tobias spent some time on the streets, taking part in the back and forth with the vendors on the street. He had a ton of money to spend, a good deal of Marshians in what counted for pockets in his clothes. A lot of trinkets, a bit of kitsche always made a trip worthwhile. Some of the locals seemed a bit more distant than he had thought they'd be based on what Marshites were told, but it wouldn't be the first time other creatures let him down. Nonetheless, it was all working out well enough. Just passing the time, as they say. Eventually though he felt the need to eat, to toss something delicious in his maw. He looked around a bit until he found what looked like a nice little place. There was even a cute little girl working the tables, reminding Tobias of the twelve hours a day schedule in his school days. The tall, lithe, powerful Tigris eventually leaned down towards the cute server girl. "Hey there, you prrretty little thing! Are there any spots available? I could really do with some of the famous fish that I keep on hearing about.


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Speaking of clothes, he felt the need to get something a bit better suited for this land and the climate. Well, he felt well suited. Tigris by nature wore clothing suited for the warmth of the jungles of Pushania and he felt comfortable here, but the beautiful designs inherent in the fashion here were appealing. Before The Shift he was a suit and tie wearing Marshite man. Post-Shift he wasn't even human, while the feminization of the male gender made it so that he was for all intents and purposes female to those who didn't care for much beyond aesthetics. He embraced both things; no reason not to. So he looked out for something nice. He was enticed into one specific store by the cute sign held by a cute little girl. No reason to not poke in on her mother's shop. And so he did, just as Aurelia was finishing with her Yukata. Looked good on her! Tobias purred, and looked around. "Seems this is the place..."

The little server girl, Kohaku whom had been doubling as a waitress on such a busy day welcomed the Tigris Tobias to the establishment. Her eyes went wide a moment seeing the feral type before her, she hadn't seen such in person, she knew they lived out in the very remote villages deep on Animalpolis and kept to themselves mostly. She then shook her and remembered she and her ma had a job to do. Her ma who was also waiting the tables with the guests from Cartoonia and Kuronami at this moment. "Oh w-welcome. Uum well we're kind of full but we do have at least one chair left if you don't mind sharing a table with some others? If you want to wait it's about 25-30 minutes. I'm sorry for the inconvenience, it's very busy today with the festival."

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Speaking of clothes, he felt the need to get something a bit better suited for this land and the climate. Well, he felt well suited. Tigris by nature wore clothing suited for the warmth of the jungles of Pushania and he felt comfortable here, but the beautiful designs inherent in the fashion here were appealing. Before The Shift he was a suit and tie wearing Marshite man. Post-Shift he wasn't even human, while the feminization of the male gender made it so that he was for all intents and purposes female to those who didn't care for much beyond aesthetics. He embraced both things; no reason not to. So he looked out for something nice. He was enticed into one specific store by the cute sign held by a cute little girl. No reason to not poke in on her mother's shop. And so he did, just as Aurelia was finishing with her Yukata. Looked good on her! Tobias purred, and looked around. "Seems this is the place..."

"Welcome" Kumiko welcomed Tobias "Oh, all the way from Animalpolis?" She presumed they did sometimes get guests from the other islands but not as often and even then it was kind of hard to tell except for two of the five islands. Still they did not discriminate in their shop, they wanted business. "Anything you'd like me to show you? You may also browse for a bit if you like?"

"You'd look cute.", Aurelia said to Azusa with a smile as she accepted the coupon with a smile after putting the smaller bills away. "And I have to thank you for all the patience..." She smiled and took the sack with her new purchases, swinging it over her shoulder. "I'll definately come back."
And that was not only because of the coupon - the coupon was a nice incentive, but she really liked this shop with everything and anything on offer, it really was, as the person arriving pointed out, 'the place'.
She felt the look the... Cat-Woman, Aurelia wanted to say (she was no expert on non-human intelligent species, if she was honest), gave her and decided to ignore it. Aldhiyb, still keeping watch in front of the shop, didn't act up, so she was alright.
With her new Yukata and other purchases packed up and herself dressed back in her casual clothes, she
made to depart. She gave a small bow to Azusa. "Thank you. And good luck for the rest of the day!", she said as goodbye and left the shop.
She give the Cat-Woman a friendly nod as she passed, then snapped her fingers to call her pet Sand Wolf to her side, the large canine being there in an instant, eying his mistress. She bent down and stroked him between his ears, which appeased his mind, and off she was...
...to the docks.
Her first stop needed to be her Harira, to store her new purchases. Then she would take a bath, most likely in the public bath. Then redress into the Yukata and from there, she would look around until she spotted Marcella.
Her heart fluttered for a moment before a giddy grin broke out.

"Thank you~" Azusa chimed in response. "Well festival time is still young yet so might as well make the most of both. Kumiko I'll be back in just a sec, gonna change into something for display"

"Sure! And thank you again for shopping with us, Miss." Kumiko thanked Aurelia with a slight bow of her own and helped the next customer.

Later, a few passing women remarked "Let's hit up the baths" "Great idea." All Aurelia would need now would be to follow the crowds to find it when she was ready.

[Aurora Confederacy]

"Just a moment!" The voice of Venta called from just beyond the counter and she emerged from a back door. Wearing a sarong and a bandeau and brandishing a rather intimidating looking scythe on her back. "Ah apologies thank you for waiting. Welcome to Serenaj bienoj. Interested in staking a plot? It's only 40 Credits for the plot, an extra 50 for added meal service. We also offer camping gear or a hut for 120 meals included there. "

"hi, don't worry about it" says Sojourner, "yes we would like a pitch, we're here for the festival" she replies, reaching into her pocket to pull out a wallet, "sounds a reasonable price, we have our own pop-up tent in our bags, is there a fire pit or are we allowed camp fires?" asks Sojouner whilst Kyrksen scans the camp site looking for the best pitch.

"Jo, i think there's a nice spot over there, looks shaded from winds and we could put up a wind break too, there's a store i think that sells them on the beachfront near the port" comments Kyrksen once Sojourner had finished dealing with the booking in, "did you say an extra fifty for the meals?" asks Kyrksen, reaching into his own wallet, "thats a deal!" he then hands over cash to pay for the meals that Sojourner and himself will be eating.

"Ah I wish I say I could. AHSCAian trout and bass are what's commonly fished around these parts and I've never been off the island. We do have filleted and de-boned. Or if you're adventurous, crispy roasted fish where we roast it over open flame until it's very very crispy to the point of charred. Not for everyone but I like it myself among the other dishes we make here."

"aaah, i see. yes can i have a small portion of de boned fish as well, Marvin would love that" says Karen as she pays for the goods.

Once the food was in her posession Karen returns back to Jason and sits down, Marvin, smelling the fish turns to face Karen and lets out a small meow before reaching out with his paw. Karen then holds a piece of boneless fish infront of the little feline. Marvin looks at it, looks at Karen, looks at the fish before taking it gently out of Karen's hand, afterwards he then taps karen's hand with his paw...

..."meow"

Karen again takes another piece of fish and places it in front of Marvin, again he takes it and slowly eats it before again tapping Karen's hand with his paw and so Karen again gives him a bit more before Jason places him back on the floor.

"C'mon Karen, lets get to the inn and see who's else is staying there" says Jason as he gets back to his feet, handing the leash to Karen who then looks down to Marvin,
"c'mon Marvin, lets go" she says before turning to Jason, "this place has a bit of a vibe, seems touristy too"

"yeah, id say it has its charms. Wander what the night life is like" replies Jason as a street sign catches his eye, "we're down there"

And so turning down the alley way, Jason and Karen walk the final stretch to the inn, Jason pushing the door open for Karen and holding it until she has gone through. It took a moment for her eyes to adjust to the light although Marvin's eyes quickly adjusted, "hello??" says Karen, accompanied by a soft meow from the cat as Jason takes his position leaning casually against the counter.

Marvin stands on his hind legs with his paws against Karen's leg, meowing a few times, which gains the desired response off Karen, being scooped up gently and cradled in Karen's arms.

"According to your brocure, you're a pet friendly inn, is that still the case or was the publication out of date?..." asks Karen, "...as we would like a double room for the festival"

[AHSCA]

"hi, don't worry about it" says Sojourner, "yes we would like a pitch, we're here for the festival" she replies, reaching into her pocket to pull out a wallet, "sounds a reasonable price, we have our own pop-up tent in our bags, is there a fire pit or are we allowed camp fires?" asks Sojouner whilst Kyrksen scans the camp site looking for the best pitch.

"Jo, i think there's a nice spot over there, looks shaded from winds and we could put up a wind break too, there's a store i think that sells them on the beachfront near the port" comments Kyrksen once Sojourner had finished dealing with the booking in, "did you say an extra fifty for the meals?" asks Kyrksen, reaching into his own wallet, "thats a deal!" he then hands over cash to pay for the meals that Sojourner and himself will be eating.

"All right, your own equipment is perfectly fine, you are allowed to build camp fires. We also sell bundles of wood for 2 credits a piece but you're also welcome to gather your own materials. Ah so you'll take the meal plan a great choice, all farm fresh raised by my family here! And it's all you can eat for as long as you stay here. Looks like you'll be wanting Lot 12, that's a fine choice and a wind breaker is a good idea. Weather is generally a little more calm this time of year but still we do get some heavy storms every now and again." She reached under the desk giving them a wood plaque with their name on it. "This is your site marker so your spot will always be held. If you find you need a new one, just ask."

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"aaah, i see. yes can i have a small portion of de boned fish as well, Marvin would love that" says Karen as she pays for the goods.

Once the food was in her posession Karen returns back to Jason and sits down, Marvin, smelling the fish turns to face Karen and lets out a small meow before reaching out with his paw. Karen then holds a piece of boneless fish infront of the little feline. Marvin looks at it, looks at Karen, looks at the fish before taking it gently out of Karen's hand, afterwards he then taps karen's hand with his paw...

..."meow"

Karen again takes another piece of fish and places it in front of Marvin, again he takes it and slowly eats it before again tapping Karen's hand with his paw and so Karen again gives him a bit more before Jason places him back on the floor.

"C'mon Karen, lets get to the inn and see who's else is staying there" says Jason as he gets back to his feet, handing the leash to Karen who then looks down to Marvin,
"c'mon Marvin, lets go" she says before turning to Jason, "this place has a bit of a vibe, seems touristy too"

"yeah, id say it has its charms. Wander what the night life is like" replies Jason as a street sign catches his eye, "we're down there"

And so turning down the alley way, Jason and Karen walk the final stretch to the inn, Jason pushing the door open for Karen and holding it until she has gone through. It took a moment for her eyes to adjust to the light although Marvin's eyes quickly adjusted, "hello??" says Karen, accompanied by a soft meow from the cat as Jason takes his position leaning casually against the counter.

Marvin stands on his hind legs with his paws against Karen's leg, meowing a few times, which gains the desired response off Karen, being scooped up gently and cradled in Karen's arms.

"According to your brocure, you're a pet friendly inn, is that still the case or was the publication out of date?..." asks Karen, "...as we would like a double room for the festival"

Like many of the businesses and shops, this was a family establishment. The inn keeper, a man this time. Not unheard, of just tradition men were the sailors and travelers in the islands but there were just as many positions where men were inn keepers domestics and the like. He was rather muscular and tall for an islander. Shirtless thanks to the heat and hudmity which could be seen on an alcohol thermometer which read 30°C. "Good day. Looking to check in, good timing we have some rooms available. "We are friendly to those traveling with animals. Now that domestic pet laws have been relaxed a little but that's a long story there. A double is doable."

[Cartoonia]

As the group got to enjoy their fruit bowl the waitress made her periodic passes to refill their tea as needed and eventually their main dishes came out "All right, rice porridge all around, one of our specialties. Please enjoy."

Annabell thanked the waitress.

As the group ate thier rice porridges. Fry decided to get to know their new acquaintance more.

“So, Annabell” Fry starts. “You’ve traveled before, right?”

[Kuronami]

As the group ate thier rice porridges. Fry decided to get to know their new acquaintance more.

“So, Annabell” Fry starts. “You’ve traveled before, right?”

Taking bites of her dish and blowing to cool it down. It was delicious and when asked a question, "No, actually this is my first time ever traveling."

[Cartoonia]

As the group ate thier rice porridges. Fry decided to get to know their new acquaintance more.

“So, Annabell” Fry starts. “You’ve traveled before, right?”

Taking bites of her dish and blowing to cool it down. It was delicious and when asked a question, "No, actually this is my first time ever traveling."

“So, we decided after this, we’re going to the shops and possibly head to our inn” Tamaki says “would you like to join?”

[Kuronami]

“So, we decided after this, we’re going to the shops and possibly head to our inn” Tamaki says “would you like to join?”

"Well as you can probably guess, I hit the shops pretty early but I wouldn't mind tagging along if you don't mind. There's a little snag with my documents of being here and I'm rather confined to Aurora for the time being until things clear."

[Cartoonia]

“So, we decided after this, we’re going to the shops and possibly head to our inn” Tamaki says “would you like to join?”

"Well as you can probably guess, I hit the shops pretty early but I wouldn't mind tagging along if you don't mind. There's a little snag with my documents of being here and I'm rather confined to Aurora for the time being until things clear."

“Sure, we don’t mind” Rose says. They eat thier foods, savoring every bite. As they finish, their foods. They wait for the bill.

[Kuronami]

“Sure, we don’t mind” Rose says. They eat thier foods, savoring every bite. As they finish, their foods. They wait for the bill.

"that's wonderful, thank you!" she was thrilled to be able to spend time with some fellow travelers even if she couldn't buy much at least she'd have something to do for the evening. Their waitress returned "Was everything good?"

"Very good, thank you so much."

"If there's anything else I can get you otherwise I have your tab ready."

[Cartoonia]

“Sure, we don’t mind” Rose says. They eat thier foods, savoring every bite. As they finish, their foods. They wait for the bill.

"that's wonderful, thank you!" she was thrilled to be able to spend time with some fellow travelers even if she couldn't buy much at least she'd have something to do for the evening. Their waitress returned "Was everything good?"

"Very good, thank you so much."

"If there's anything else I can get you otherwise I have your tab ready."

“No, I think we’re good. We want to start looking around the village” Tamaki says

[Kuronami]

"Of course. Please enjoy our many wonderful festivities." she bowed for her guests. Annabell paid her share of her tab all in all 10 Island Credits not bad. "Pardon me, ma'am do you know how the weather will be?"

"Well I've heard these couple of days should be all right. Still always be ready, young miss the weather here does change rapidly."