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NEWSPAPER - BIWEEKLY EDITION
[Did you subscribe to The Genessia Tribune? Did you even remotely wish you had a newspaper or some other form of media to refer to for news, weather, and current events? Then you're in luck! There's a paperboy riding through the streets of Genessia flinging newspapers onto doorsteps or, if you're unlucky, through your window. Even remote locations in the other cities will still get a paper if one of the residents ever wanted one. The Paperboy is just that dedicated.]
[And if you're one of the following people, and you happen to subscribe to the newspaper, the Paperboy may or may not have flung the newspaper through that person's window, at the person, and/or broke something in the area: Kristen Kringle, Lydia, Darth Imperius, Rose Tyler, Demyx, Liora, Sarah Jane Smith, Tannusen, Szelhamos.
The following people have their newspaper placed neatly on their doorsteps: Haru Okumura, Chiaki Nanami, Fai D. Flourite, Krista Leigh, Milton Dammers, Cassian Andor, Professor Augustine Sycamore, Ayame Sasaki, R. Dorothy Wayneright, Theodore Satchel, Blair, Kirika Yuumura, chaos, Aeslyn Blackrose, Rapunzel, Gale Reinhardt, Mercury Black, Emerald Sustrai Kazuya.
Garrus Vakarian gets a paper thrown at him.
Blink and your miss it. Your characters may or may not find their homes suddenly decorated for the Christmas season, lights on the outside of the house, tree and decorations on the inside. Stockings hung by the fireplace (or some other spot) with care.
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StarDate
Aster Technologies has announced s new dating service that they have created called StarDate. You have to purchase a device that they created to use the service, but that is the only fee associated with it. They will even give you a credit towards one of their other devices should you decide you are done with it and sell it back to them.
With StarDate, you create a profile for yourself with likes, dislikes, hobbies, ect. And through the device, it will put you in touch with someone the fits the criteria of what you are looking for. Even if you are just looking for a friend to go out drinking with, it can help you with that too with its Platonic option.
StarDate along with the accompanying device both launch this Monday!
Winter Weather Advisory
It seems for the next two weeks, every city in Genessia will be in the grips of snowy Weather. It will get as cold as 10 degree Fahrenheit, so we highly advise against licking any frozen street poles that you might find outside. If your tongue gets stuck to it, you may be out there for hours.
Blood Turned
Some type of disease has appeared within Everglade, however it seems to only be infecting supernatural creatures. There had only been four deaths so far three vampires and one werewolf and from all accounts, no one displayed any abnormal symptoms before it took their lives. Autopsies of the creatures show that the disease causes their own blood to turn against their bodies.
Their blood becomes almost like acid and starts to eat away and dissolve their insides to cause death. Everglade's best physicians are on the case in hopes of stopping any more deaths before they happen.
The Puzzle Corner is a new section in the paper that gives its readers a chance to win prizes. There will be puzzles, brainteasers or the like listed below. Answering one will net you a prize. Only one puzzle can be solved per reader. (Just comment to the paper with your answer.)
1.) What number comes next in this sequence:
7 8 5 5 3 4 4 ==?==
Prize: 50 redbill gift certificate to Shoes, Shoes, Shoes in Nova City
2.) Below, 10 nine letter words have been broken into chunks of three letters. These chunks have been mixed up, no chunk is used twice and all chunks are used. Can you determine what the 10 words are?
rbr ent ard man tor rbo
and ban con erf dst dli
fly spa dra dif hai ght
per all fis ove ush hea
new gon fer wat her duc
Prize: A free StarDate device.
3.) Below you will find well-known eight letter words, with only their endings remaining. Can you determine the words?
.....RUE
.....JAR
.....DIL
.....ANY
.....POX
.....GTH
.....ELF
.....OIA
.....IGE
.....HOG
.....TOO
.....DIX
.....FIN
.....UPT
Prize: A coupon to a local bakery.
4.) Using the new BrainBashers programming language, BrainBasic, the following words have their equivalents next to them, what should FOX be?
CLICK = 100501100K
MILK = 1000150K
LOG = 50OG
LIFE = 501FE
ALIVE = A5015E
FOX = ==?==
Prize: A gift certificate to the Nova City mall.
5.) What shape completes the bottom line?
triangle pentagon square
square hexagon hexagon square
pentagon hexagon hexagon hexagon square triangle
hexagon octagon octagon octagon octagon ==?==
Prize: A coupon for a free large pizza.
6.) Which four related foods have been merged together?
COP ENK EAC UCO NTA RNM UQI NUT UAT ET
Prize: Giftcard to Sexy Kat's Lingerie Shop
A new section in the paper that will probably only appear when the Horoscope writer isn't feeling lazy.
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Our past actions may sometimes haunt us, but they do not necessarily define us.Quick Overview
Keep your imagination under control today so that you don't get caught up in dreaming too far ahead of your current reality. Dreaming big is great, and it's good to set yourself goals, but if you spend too much time frolicking in your daydreams, and not enough time actually making them come true, then you'll start to feel disappointed with your lack of progress. Match your dreams with small daily goals and you'll make better progress towards the future you want.Extended Overview
Looking for a new job can be a frustrating process that places enormous pressure on your willpower. However, with every attempt, you are building up your resilience and learning the ins and outs of a complicated process. Stay positive and keep moving forward.Career Overview |
Be cautious about money and investments today.Quick Overview
Seek inspiration today and give yourself a well needed emotional and psychological boost. The world is your oyster, there is so much to see, do, make, feel, share and experience. Marvel at the endless array of wonders in this world and go explore a part of it that you haven't experienced before. Freshen your outlook and get inspired.Extended Overview
If you're looking around for another job, don't forget to read the fine details in the job description. What looks great on the surface might not be what you expected when you dig a little deeper.Career Overview |
Changing your old habits is difficult but rewarding. Don't fear change; it's standing still that you should be afraid of.Quick Overview
You don't have to force an outcome. Not everything needs an immediate answer. Not every investment has to bring in big rewards in record times. Be patient.Extended Overview
If it's getting too crowded in a meeting, with too many ideas being tossed around, your clever insights might get overlooked.Career Overview |
News is coming. You may not like what you hear. Stay positive.Quick Overview
Life can be frustrating. Sometimes the universe gives with one hand and takes with the other. Don't be discouraged by this, as it's simply a universal truth; there must always be balance, because balance is what brings harmony into our lives. We all have our ups and downs. Just be glad that you've had some great ups recently, and be even happier that you're a very intelligent person who is capable enough to handle the downs with poise and hard work.Extended Overview
Irresponsible people often try to portray themselves as innocent victims or try to blame someone else. However, their stories usually fall apart once you ask them to explain things in more detail and probe their responses.Career Overview |
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A new offer may turn out to be a bad deal. Don't let your excitement prevent you from asking important questions about the details.Quick Overview
Wise choices, careful planning and an emphasis on completing set tasks are key to your success today. You may not be able to influence or persuade people as easily as usual, but you may find some positive benefits from simply going with the flow and making the most of what comes your way.Extended Overview
One of the best things you can do after listening to someone's explanation or answer is to pause. They're more likely to continue talking and you're more likely to hear what you really wanted to find out.Career Overview |
A new person in your social or work circle is both attractive and challenging. Is your heart ready for adventure?Quick Overview
Exploit your talents as much as you can. Use them up, exhaust them, just as you would exhaust the power in a battery. Don't save up your talents for a rainy day. Use them now and make the most of them. In your final days on this Earth, do you want to have a full tank of unused talents or do you want to say that you used up every drop and lived life to the fullest?Extended Overview
Don't be busy, be productive. There is a difference.Career Overview |
An old debt may need to be repaid soon.Quick Overview
A long-standing problem will be solved and everyone will enjoy the triumph. Things will be better for all concerned, especially close friends and family. And now that you have found a solution, it is time to put it into action and begin the next phase of your plan.Extended Overview
Following the social media accounts of companies in your industry is a great way to stay abreast of new developments.Career Overview |
This is a favourable time for work and career. Reflect on where you are now, and begin to consider your next few steps.Quick Overview
I learn a lot from my everyday experiences. I make plenty of mistakes, but I do my best, even if painful, to consider what I should learn from the experience. I find that it makes me stronger, smarter and more focussed. My advice to you today is to do the same. Step back, look at what has happened and learn. Those who do are seldom destined to rinse and repeat the same mistakes twice.Extended Overview
People who don't take responsibility for their actions usually try to blame others or portray themselves as a faultless victim. Be wary of anyone using these tactics.Career Overview |
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Today is not about getting more, it's about growing and utilising what you already have.Quick Overview
Don't chase after things that capture your eye; pursue the things that capture your heart. These are wonderfully powerful words that will guide you and remind you that material wealth isn't going to fulfil your deeper needs. Instead, chase the things that mean the most to you. Don't be led astray by the latest fad or the newest toys. Keep your eyes on the prize that is dearest to your heart.Extended Overview
Don't just manage your time, manage your energy; eat well, sleep well and take time to de-stress.Career Overview |
You will see what others cannot see. It's what you do with it that counts.Quick Overview
You want to take it easy, but the world wants to present you with small obstacles and challenges. We all expect to have this type of day every now and then. Even though you really would like to slow down and have some personal time to yourself, it just doesn't seem like the world is willing to indulge you. Don't worry, it won't be all work and no play. You'll be able to have some fun along the way.Extended Overview
Don't undermine your own health and personal wellbeing by taking on too much too often.Career Overview |
A relationship will be strengthened by romance or kindness.Quick Overview
Expect the unexpected. You might be expecting just another average day to pass you by, but this one will carry a few memorable moments. What seem like relatively insignificant decisions will actually carry quite a lot of future influence. Open your mind to the possibilities, see where the day takes you, and notice how it prepares you for tomorrow.Extended Overview
It's work smarter, not harder. Some people misinterpret this as working smarter and harder. Don't do both.Career Overview |
Time spent doubting yourself is time wasted. Use it to improve your situation instead.Quick Overview
Often, the best way out is to go through the middle. It's not easy, and sometimes it's painful, but we can't expect to go through painful situations without feeling some of that pain ourselves. Avoiding difficult situations often means that we don't face the truth of them. By going through the middle, for better or worse, we move forward and we work towards getting answers to difficult questions.Extended Overview
You don't have to like everyone you work with. Maintain your professional attitude and don't stoop to their level.Career Overview |
Need a job? Check out a few jobs open right here in Genessia and its neighboring cities!
Garden Bistro: The Garden Bistro is currently hiring for the following positions. Wait Staff, Hosts.
Aster Technologies: Aster Tech in Nova City is currently hiring for the following positions. R&D Division Manager, Engineers, Software Programmers, Shop Clerks.
Axiom Games:
Axiom Games in Genessia City is hiring Repair Technicians, Concession Stand Workers, Mechanics, Attendants and Front Desk Workers. If interested, contact Johnny Storm.Bright Sky Diner: A 1930s feeling diner in Genessia City. They are currently hiring Wait Staff and Hosts.
Fortuna's Palace: A casino in Nova City is hiring for Bartenders, Cooks, Custodial/Maintenance, Game Dealers, Surveillance/Security Officers, Wait Staff. If interested contact Johnny Storm.
Library: The Library in Genessia City are currently hiring Librarians and Librarian assistants!
The Dancing Donner: A pub in Fayren that is currently hiring for a Bartender.
[ OOC: ATTENTION! Please note that due to large volume of hiring positions, the ones advertised in the newspaper will rotate from now on unless the player specifically requests the position to be included in the newspaper. Thank you! Additionally, if a name is not listed, you do not need to contact anyone's player to apply for the job, simply comment the employment page. Any place of business with a name is owned by a character and you will need to plot your character's addition to the business with that character's player or have it in a thread. ]
A list of bounties being offered throughout all five cities. Generally only one bounty is offered per-paper for each city, but sometimes multiple bounties are offered. Help the community and get criminals off the street at the same time. Don't see anything that interests you below? Check your local BBB.
Genessia City
Poison Baker- Someone has been swapping out cakes with ones they made themselves that are filled with poison. A level 2 payment is being offered for their capture.
Nova City
Punish The Wicked - A CEO had his wallet stolen by two little kids that he refers to as street urchins. He's offering a level 4 payment for anyone that can bring them in to face justice.
Everglade
Hair Today - Someone has been enchanting people's hair to strangle them in the middle of the night. A level 2 payment is being offered for their capture.
Fayren
Here, There, Everywhere - a group of mages adept in teleportation magic have been responsible for a string of crimes. A level 3 payment is bring offered for their capture. This bounty requires a team of 3.
Attleton
Pitfall - Someone has been setting pitfall traps in people's yards that have resulted in them getting seriously injured. A level 2 payment is being offered for their capture.
Genessia City
December 3rd - December 17th
Attleton
December 3rd - December 17th
Everglade
December 3rd - December 17th
Fayren
December 3rd - December 17th
Nova City
December 3rd - December 17th
[ OOC: Want to submit anything to the newspaper? Reply to this comment with the subject line as your title and include any information you want to be sure is in next Sunday's newspaper! This includes news, gossip, singles ads, business advertisements, job listings, bounties, and anything else you want in the newspaper.
FOR BOUNTIES: Reply to this comment with either a claim or a log (every 3 claims must include a log). Feel free to team up, or even fail to deliver the bounty. Please note that whoever goes after the bounty is in charge of writing the NPCs involved,but feel free to ask the mod for any tips if you like. First come first serve on claims unless you haven't turned in a log for every 3 bounties. ]
Re: Bounty Claims!
Who: Ted
Additional Information: Last minute get, but can log if you want CR or summat