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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: Jaune Arc, Mantis, Sabo, Rika Yoshitake, Minako Aino, Lucina, Momo, Azure Rosentine.
The following people have their newspaper placed neatly on their doorsteps: Dray Lyell, Gale Reinhardt, Theodore Satchel, Cad Bane, Koishi Kommeiji, Mayu, Inoue Orihime, Chiaki Nanami, Baldur, Takeru Takaishi, Konoka Konoe, Android 17, Android 18, Rapunzel.
Shi Yamato and Rin Thosaka get a paper thrown at them.]
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Thoughts on Genessia Life: Service Life by Takeru Takaishi
While one might go for the bigger and fancier jobs and are recognised for what they do. Does anyone really thank those who do the lower jobs? Like a simple cashier or bagger? They are paid less so people tend to pass them over for better jobs that earn more, which honestly I can understand. But has anyone ever said thank you to those who do these types of jobs for the work they do?
It might seem a little silly and coming from someone who has done this type of work in my time here I know what some people can be like. For example, a cashier or even a waiter or waitress can get the brunt of a customers dissatisfaction when it's not actually there fault in the first place. This can even go as far as threats of violence. Believe me. I've had this happen a good few times.
But I've always managed to keep smiling and try to deal with it and if the example I mentioned was to happen, I would make sure to call the police. Which people might say it's a dumb reason to call the police over, but really if someone is threatening to punch you, what else are you going to do? Sometimes just saying you are going to call them gets them to stop.
The cashier, waiter or waitress is the first face you see when at a cafe, restaurant or in a cashiers case when going to buy something like coffee or buying items. Always with a smile on their face even when they might be having a really bad day because they know they have to to make a customer happy and to make them come back.
Overall, they do a lot more than one might think and never really get told thank you for your hard work. Maybe next time you are getting a coffee, ordering food or buying something, maybe show a form of satisfaction that they are doing a good job. For all you know, it might make there day. Though in a waiters case, tips are usually the number one way.
Demon Handling License now required in Attleton
Following an altercation involving an unnamed minor, Guardian Dante Sparda of Attleton has issued the need for a license for using any demon related magic or powers within Attleton. The tests for a license will be administered by the Guardian himself.
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. (
One claim per player every 3 days.
)1.) There are three brothers: Al, Ben, and Carl. Two of the three brothers are boxers. Here are some facts:
1. The shorter of Al and Ben is the older boxer.
2. The younger of Ben and Carl is the shorter boxer.
3. The taller of Al and Carl is the younger boxer.
Which brother is not a boxer?
Prize: Boxing lessons.
2.) What are the next three numbers in this series?
1, 3, 6, 55, 66, 171, 595, 666, 3003, 5995, ?, ?, ?
Prize: Scientific Calculator
3.) Anne is babysitting 10 children.
She has a jar with 10 biscuits in it.
All the children want to have a biscuit but she also wants to leave one biscuit in the jar.
Without breaking any biscuits, how is she going to give each child one biscuit and still leave one in the jar?
Prize: Cookie Giftbox
4.) Below you can find a proverb, the letters of which have been converted to their location in the alphabet and any spaces removed.
For example, CAT would be 3120 and PROVERB would be 161815225182. What is the proverb?
12121782051891920852519201354939145
Prize: Coupon for half-off window repair
5.) During a recent expedition, three intrepid adventurers were left stranded in the middle of the desert with only a crate full of apples.
During the night, Alan woke up and decided to hide his share of the apples and hid a third, then promptly fell asleep again.
Brian woke up shortly after and also decided to hide a third of the remaining apples and he also dozed back to sleep.
Finally, Charles woke up and seeing the others were asleep, took a third of what was left.
Of course none of the adventurers knew of the other's antics, so, in the morning, they shared the remaining apples, each receiving sixteen. How many apples were in the crate originally?
Prize: Fruit Basket
6.) During a recent Formula 1 race meeting, Sterling managed to complete a lap with an average speed of 150 mph. He managed to complete the first two fifths of the lap length at a speed of 123 mph and the second two fifths of the lap length at a speed of 164 mph. At what speed was the final one fifth of the lap length covered - the answer is not 176 mph?
Prize: A free model car
A section in the paper that will probably only appear when the Horoscope writer isn't feeling lazy.
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Your heart is in harmony with your head today. Enjoy the peace and contentment.Quick Overview
There are two possibilities today. The first is that you spend too much time daydreaming about how much you'd like to do something interesting today, but end up demotivating yourself with negative thinking. The second is that you don't bother with negative feelings and foolish wishes and, instead, do something fun and have a refreshing day. I think the second option is just what you need. Don't you?Extended Overview
You may need to partner up if you want to navigate your way through a difficult situation.Career Overview |
An old photo will flood your heart and mind with emotions.Quick Overview
It's easy to be afraid of the dark; the unknown. However, it's a different problem when people are afraid of the light; the truth. If you're closing your eyes so that you don't have to see the truth, then you're only harming yourself in the long run. Open your eyes, see the truth, accept it, and begin your powerful journey away from fear so that you can move towards the rich possibilities of the future.Extended Overview
If you've been putting in long hours at work, ensure that you take proper breaks to help reduce your stress.Career Overview |
Great success will come your way, but not without a struggle.Quick Overview
You're beginning to get the feeling that you've been left out of quite a few conversations that have been happening lately. At first, it didn't seem deliberate; just bad timing. Now, however, you're starting to notice the whispers and discovering that you haven't been given a lot of key information. There's no conspiracy here; don't despair. People may just be caught up in their own little plans and dramas. In fact, it might be a welcome relief to discover that you don't have to get involved.Extended Overview
Start each day by knowing that some things will go wrong. If you expect failure, you won't be emotionally crippled by it. Learn from it and then let it go.Career Overview |
Your generous heart brings joy to a sorrowful friend.Quick Overview
We can't always be the torch or sun that shines a light for others, but we can be the mirror that reflects the light and guides it towards those who need it. This is a time when you can guide that light, that warmth, towards others who can't reach the light themselves and are lost in the shadows. You will be a gift to others in need.Extended Overview
We often think that recognition is the most important aspect of feedback, but appraisal is also very important because it is advice that helps us to grow and improve.Career Overview |
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Your opinion is powerful today. Use it wisely.Quick Overview
Today's procrastination is tomorrow's regret. Stop putting your dreams and goals on hold. Make time for them and bring them to life, one small step at a time. Even a single step today is a step further than yesterday.Extended Overview
Offering praise and appreciation for a colleague's accomplishments is a great way to boost their confidence and show them that you're paying attention.Career Overview |
Despite the usual demands on your time and attention, you will enjoy a sense of balance today.Quick Overview
An adversary may challenge you publicly with the intention of making you look bad. While it won't be difficult for you to dispatch them with your sharp tongue and quick wit, be careful not to go too far. Otherwise, you might end up looking bad, despite winning the battle.Extended Overview
Planning a positive reward for yourself is a great way to boost your mood at work. What will you do for yourself when you clock off?Career Overview |
Your inner beauty shines like the sun, and many are noticing your heavenly glow.Quick Overview
Aristotle once wrote that the only way to avoid criticism is to do nothing, say nothing and be nothing. Clearly, that is not going to lead to a satisfying or rewarding life. Criticism is a part of life; you just need to learn how to pay attention to useful criticism and ignore criticism that is unhelpful.Extended Overview
Don't offer praise, offer feedback instead. Praise is fleeting, whereas positive feedback is an opportunity to learn, grow and feel a sense of accomplishment.Career Overview |
People are beginning to notice your new attitude towards life.Quick Overview
There is a buzz of energy and positivity around you at this time. Don't let it pass you by; latch onto it, adopt it, and make it a core part of how you approach life. When you are overflowing with joy and brimming with energy and purpose, you can move mountains and charm the stars down from the sky.Extended Overview
Whether you need it or not, it's always good advice to keep your resume up to date.Career Overview |
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A day of opulence and indulgence as you enjoy the rich tapestry of your life.Quick Overview
Sometimes we have to pretend to lose in order to win. Play your cards close to your chest, so that when others think that they have gained the upper hand or a significant advantage over you, you'll secretly have an ace up your sleeve. They don't need to know that you got exactly what you wanted; let them gloat and parade around like champions, unaware that you are the one who actually benefited the most. You got what you wanted, and that's all that matters.Extended Overview
Choice is a part of life. Make them count by making good ones.Career Overview |
Your ability to empathise with others will be valuable.Quick Overview
If your actions have hurt or angered other people, accept responsibility for your part and offer an apology to those who have been affected. These relationships may need to be restored before you can get back on track and move forward together.Extended Overview
Stop apologising and start problem solving.Career Overview |
You reap what you sew. After all of your hard work, the benefits are beginning to show.Quick Overview
It's never easy to begin a fresh challenge. Especially a genuine challenge that will see you testing your knowledge or facing up to something that you have avoided for far too long. Do it the proper way: research and professional advice. That way, you know that you'll be off to a good start, and you'll avoid picking up bad habits or bad information right from the beginning.Extended Overview
Before solving someone's problem for them, pause and allow them an opportunity to offer their own solution first. It's a great way to build their confidence and capacity.Career Overview |
Our past actions may sometimes haunt us, but they do not necessarily define us.Quick Overview
You wouldn't take bread out of the oven before it's properly cooked and had time to rise. So why are you trying to force something to happen before it is ready? Give it time and set realistic expectations.Extended Overview
Don't leave eager and enthusiastic employees out in the cold. They were hired for a reason; let them shine.Career Overview |
Need a job? Check out a few jobs open right here in Genessia and its neighboring cities!
Library: The Library in Genessia City are currently hiring Librarians and Librarian assistants!
Under The Sun: A Business in Fayren specializing in retrieving herbs and monster hunting. Hiring for Beast Hunters, Herb Hunters. If interested, contact Sun Wukong.
Pan's Grocery: This grocery store in Genessia City is hiring for Cashiers, Food Craft Specialists and Baggers.
Hamete Strip Mall: is always looking for some part time Store Sale Clerks, so why not set up a store and have a ball in the strip mall.
Nova City Elementary: This Elementary School in Nova City is currently hiring Teachers and Teaching Assistants.
Genessia City Hospital: The Genessia City Hospital is currently hiring for the following positions. Doctors, Nurses, Hospital Administrator, Secretary, Receptionist.
[ 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
Burnt Plastic - A toy factory burnt to the ground recently and it was discovered to be arson. A level 1 payment is being offered to anyone that can find the culprit.
Nova City
Ancient Crime - A museum was robber over a month ago. The security officer was the suspect, but his body was discovered in a sarcophagus, having been there for a month. A level 1 payment is being offered to anyone that can find the true culprit.
Everglade
Asunder - A vampire saw her human lover be murdered by 3 fellow vampires. She'd like to see justice done. A level 2 payment is being offered to anyone that can bring them in.
Fayren
Bad Taste - A Chef that is also a Mage has cursed people with bad taste. Literally. Anything they eat tastes spoiled or rotten and causes them to retch. A level 1 payment is being offered for their capture.
Attleton
Poisoned Drugs - A murderer has been breaking into elderly peoples home and swapping their medicine for poison that is in an identical pill form. A level 2 payment is being offered for their capture.
Genessia City
August 12th - 26th
Attleton
August 12th - 26th
Everglade
August 12th - 26th
Fayren
August 12th - 26th
Nova City
August 12th - 26th
[ OOC: Want to submit anything to the newspaper? Reply to the Submissions For The Next Paper thread 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 the Bounties Claim Thread 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. ]
Submissions for the Next Paper!
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Title: Bounty Hunting PSA: Register For Your License in Nova City
Info: The Nova City Guardian's Office would like to remind any new and current bounty hunters that if you wish to seek out work in Nova City, then you must have a registered license to do so.
Turning in your first bounty in Nova without a license will not warrant any action, but the bounty hunter(s) must register for a license at the time of turning in the quarry. If you refuse to register and proceed to seek another target in Nova, you may be subject to heavy fines or jail time.
Registering takes little time and must be done at the Guardian Skyrise. Please be sure to register through the proper channel to avoid any legal trouble.
As our reporter was leaving the Skyrise, Guardian Reinhardt was heard stating, Quote- "Stop breaking the law, a------s."
Bounty Claims!
Bounty Claim Form
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Who: Augustine G. Vlad Tepes
Additional Information: Willing to log this hunt with anyone who joins.
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Asunder
Re: Bounty Claims!
Who: List what character(s) Ted
Additional Information: Can't thing of anything
Re: Bounty Claims!
Who: Archer & Rin Tohsaka
Additional Information: nothing.
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Who: Allen Walker
Additional Information: Who is actually surprised he would take this one?
The Puzzle Corner
#1
Carl.
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#4
[And she agrees with that!]
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3.
It was never said that each child needs to have an individual biscuit. "All the children want to have a biscuit" isn't the same as "All the children want a biscuit each", so the babysitter can keep one in the jar and still fulfil what the kids want.
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