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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: Regina Mills, Arya Stark, Dave Strider, Red, Connor, Emma Swan, Evie Grimhilde.
The following people have their newspaper placed neatly on their doorsteps: Peter Graham, Cad Bane, Koishi Komeiji, Mayu Nozaki, Shota Aizawa, Android 17, Katsuki Bakugou, Gale Reinhardt, Myrrh, Mavis Vermillion, Bulla Brief, Ted, Leo.
Shi Yamato and Rin Thosaka get a paper thrown at them.]
Chili Festivities
This Friday in the Nova City park, there will be a Chili Cooking festival and contest. A majority of the park will be sectioned off for the Festival. Sign has already started and will go on until Thursday. Chilis of all type will be served from mild to spicy, from meat based to vegan. Some are showing up just to let people taste their chili while others are participating in the contest.
Be warned about the spicier chilies, last year one of the peppers used in a chili was so spicy that it sent a person to the hospital. Participants in the festival will be placing warnings for the ingredients they use in their food, so be mind of that.
The Color Of Blood
A Vampire bar in Everglade has grown in popularity over their production of blood drinks. Using a process that they developed themselves, they have found a way to change the color of the blood offered by them. While it doesn’t alter the flavor or any of the properties of the drink, it still has managed to be a hit in the community.
Some say the change in coloration does make it taste different, while others state it simply tastes the same. The process which they used to change it doesn’t require anything that has been proven to be harmful to Vampires, as many regularly partake in drinks at the establishment. If you’re a Vampire looking to try one of these drinks, best get there early.
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.) A numismatist decides to divide his coin collection between his children.
The eldest gets 1/2 of the collection, the next gets 1/4, the next gets 1/5, and the youngest gets the remaining 49 coins.
How many coins are in the collection?
Prize: A Coin Counting Machine
2.) Which two letters come next in this sequence:
ME VE EA MA JU SA UR ==?==
Prize: A cookie cutter set.
3.) A local fisherman caught a large trawler load of haddock.
He decided to donate some of his fish to the local community, 1,672 people in all.
To each person over 50 he gave 16 fish and to each person under 50 he gave 96 fish.
Only 3/4 of the over 50s collected their haddock and only 1/8 of the under 50s collected their fish.
How many fish did the fisherman distribute it total?
Prize: A free safe.
4.) From 6, 5, 2, 3 grows an oak.
I 6, 8, 9, I 6, 8, 9, I 6, 8, 9, it's no joke.
7, 5, 1 rhymes with you.
4, 2, 1 rhymes too!
What am I?
Prize: A gift card to a book store.
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: Chocolate Gift 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 communication skills are strong at this time. Others will seek your advice and opinions.Quick Overview
It's perfectly okay to ask for help. There's no shame in needing support or advice. Isolating yourself and carrying this burden alone is going to put a strain on parts of your life, and your emotional wellbeing, that are already under a lot of pressure. Seek help and share this burden with a trusted person or professional.Extended Overview
Push and pull factors will have a powerful influence on your routine, moving you quickly from one demanding task to the next. Take a moment every now and then to pause and gather your thoughts.Career Overview |
A true and reliable friend will be your guide.Quick Overview
It may seem that your imagination is running wild lately, and that all of these ideas may never amount to anything, but you're wrong. All you need to do is go confidently in the direction of your dreams and you'll begin to make progress towards the future that you want to achieve.Extended Overview
Facts and figures that demonstrate specific achievements will make your resume or monthly review meeting stand out from the crowd.Career Overview |
Home and family play a central role in your day.Quick Overview
The wind is blowing in one direction, but you want to sail in the opposite direction. You can't make the wind change directions; you can't battle against nature and expect it to conform to your will. You need to be the one who is flexible and clever about how you negotiate the oceans of life. Don't try to shift the wind; instead, shift your sails, take advantage of wind by zig zagging or tacking in the direction that you really want to go. Your progress might be slow, but it's still progress.Extended Overview
You might lose this round to someone else, but that doesn't mean you won't be back again tomorrow with a fighting chance of winning the next round.Career Overview |
You don't have to start from scratch. There are other examples out there that you can build on or use as a starting point.Quick Overview
Get rid of it. You don't want it. You don't need it. It won't bring you joy. You know that already. So why are you hesitating? Why are you holding on to it? If you can answer this last question truthfully, then you'll soon find that letting go is much easier that you anticipated.Extended Overview
If someone is getting aggressive with you, try using their name several times when you respond to them. This tends to calm people down and change their attitude.Career Overview |
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A decision regarding a new home, a change of residence, or a renovation, may be necessary.Quick Overview
If there is something important that you want to do but you're too shy to do it, this unfulfilled desire may become one of your regrets later in the future. When we are young we regret our mistakes. When we are older, we regret the things that we didn't do. Be brave and do something today that you might regret not doing tomorrow.Extended Overview
Don't make yourself the centre of your company or job. Build the capacity of others so that you can delegate and strengthen your team or product.Career Overview |
Save yourself a lot of heartache. Don't despair over things that are beyond your control.Quick Overview
No matter how many times you fall down, all you have to do is get up just one more time. It may seem like an enormous challenge, but you can do it; you can stand up one more time. If you fall again, you can stand up again. As the old proverb says: fall seven times and stand up eight times.Extended Overview
Don't support someone who is out to get more than everyone else at the expense of others. Save your loyalty and support for someone more ethical and honourable.Career Overview |
This is a time of bright prospects and excitement. Don't be dazzled by the light; keep your wits about you and work your way through all of the possibilities.Quick Overview
You may find yourself focusing too heavily on material or financial gain at this time. While this is potentially great for your finances, it may not be great for your social life or relationships. This is a time to share your good mood and good fortune with the people you love, rather than leaving them aside to focus on acquiring more. Avoid letting arguments over money come between you and your loved ones.Extended Overview
Magical thinking, whereby you hope that something happens without any real effort, is not a practical way to get things moving.Career Overview |
Have faith in your own abilities. You have many gifts.Quick Overview
Embarrassment is often a result of fear; the fear of making a mistake. If you treat mistakes as learning experiences, then your sense of embarrassment will be lessened. It isn't easy to train yourself to embrace mistakes, but you can do it; and you'll be very glad that you did.Extended Overview
If you use social media to market yourself, be careful who you link to. Recruiters might contact them to learn more about you. Make sure that your network of associates is reliable.Career Overview |
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Things do not stay the same forever. What once was, is no longer. The world has moved on and so should you.Quick Overview
There is something hiding in the back of your mind; an idea, a thought, a forgotten task, or a secret wish. If you allow your intuition to guide you today, that missing thought will float back up to the surface and reveal itself once more. It will return to you like a familiar old friend and you will be able to see a clearer path into the future.Extended Overview
Expect failure, but don't fear it. Things go wrong all the time. What matters is that you learn from mistakes and keep moving forward.Career Overview |
Today is not about getting more, it's about growing and utilising what you already have.Quick Overview
There is destiny and there is duty. The emphasis today is on duty. We all have things that we'd rather postpone or avoid, but there are plenty of moments in life when we simply can't ignore what must be done. Give yourself a pep talk and get started.Extended Overview
If you have asked someone to change their behaviour in order to improve their work, make sure that you offer positive feedback when you see them doing exactly as expected.Career Overview |
A new attraction creates a buzz at work or amongst friends.Quick Overview
All things happen in their own time. You can't force the universe to move forward just for you. An important aspect of your life is undergoing change, but the universe will offer you an exciting opportunity to plant new seeds in the soil that you have made fertile from your past efforts.Extended Overview
You've been itching to try something new. This could be it. Investigate further.Career Overview |
Confusion is the enemy of progress. Make sure that you are well researched and know what you're getting yourself into.Quick Overview
You are not their therapist. If their behaviour is getting out of control and they aren't willing to change their ways or see how they have contributed to their own problems, you might need to step back and let someone more knowledgeable handle things. If you're out of your depth and don't know what to do next, seek proper advice. You can't allow yourself to become tangled in their mess.Extended Overview
Not all recruiting agencies can provide you with work in your field. Research them thoroughly before approaching them. Otherwise, you could be wasting your time and theirs.Career Overview |
Need a job? Check out a few jobs open right here in Genessia and its neighboring cities!
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.
CCC Company: A construction, carpentry and cleaning company in Attleton. They are currently hiring Construction Workers, Carpenters and Maids.
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.
Nova City Elementary: This Elementary School in Nova City is currently hiring Teachers and Teaching Assistants.
Bright Sky Diner: A 1930s feeling diner in Genessia City. They are currently hiring Wait Staff and Hosts.
Garden Bistro: The Garden Bistro is currently hiring for the following positions. Wait Staff, Hosts.
[ 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
Baked Gones - Bakery owners are returning to their stores to find all their dough gone. A level 1 payment is being offered to anyone that can capture the culprit.
Nova City
Pilfered Parts - A shipment of computer parts was stolen in transit to its destination. A level 1 payment is being offered for its return.
Everglade
Ratted - Someone has been releasing rats into restaurants in the middle of the night while they are closed. A level 1 payment Is being offered for the capture of the culprit.
Fayren
In The Shadows - Two shadow mages have been responsible for a string of thefts. They have been still various herbs and other ingredients from people while they are in transit to a location. A level 1 payment is being offered for their capture.
Attleton
Good Grub Grannies - A group of elder women have been kidnapping young people and forcing them to eat vegetables against their will. A level 1 payment is being offered for their capture.
Genessia City
November 4th - November 18th
Attleton
November 4th - November 18th
Everglade
November 4th - November 18th
Fayren
November 4th - November 18th
Nova City
November 4th - November 18th
[ 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 a claim using the form. If you aren’t logging the Bounty, it must include a 1 Paragraph Summary of the details of the bounty. You’re allowed to claim a Bounty 6 times without having to include a log with it. If you’re including a Log, you can go ahead and claim a Bounty and provide a either after it is completed or while it is going on to show that it is being done/has been done. 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 6 bounties. Bounty Change Notice here.]
Submissions for the Next Paper!
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Title: The Five Cities in Hot Water
Info:
In a bold move, bodyguard to Nova City's mayor, Neopolitan, has submitted a lawsuit to every city, something never heard of before. The lawsuit claims each governing office is responsible for the lack of resources for those that rely on sign language as their only mode of communication, which unfairly puts them at a disadvantage to the rest of the public. She's asking for a compensation of five million redbills from each city, intent on using the funding to either create a company to make better devices or significantly upgrading what's available now. When asked for a comment, Neopolitan simply said to wait for their day in court.
Bounty Claims!
Notice regarding bounty changes.
Bounty Claim Form
Re: Bounty Claims!
Who: Bridget
Unlogged Bounty Summary: undecided.
Additional Information: Open for log. Bridget is too nice and respects the elders.
Re: Bounty Claims!
Who: Ted
Unlogged Bounty Summary: After some initial cavassing, Ted discovered that there was one haute cuisine restaurant in particular that had recently undertaken the long-lost relative of their famous founder. This young man, evidently, wasn't right in the head and believed that a rat had inspired the restaurant's best recipes with its culinary genius.
The restaurants' failure to recognize the culinary accomplishments of rat kind, and indeed, their eagerness to exterminate the vermin in order to meet health code standards infuriated him, and so he took to release as many as he could to exact retribution on the restaurant world.
Once this was found out, an arrest was made and pest control did their job.
Additional Information: Open if ya want! (also if someone else has their heart set on the bounty for CR or summat, I'm cool with finding another~)
no subject
Who: Andrea Hendricks
Unlogged Bounty Summary: TBA
Additional Information: Will be logged
no subject
Who: Neito Monoma
Unlogged Bounty Summary: To be determined
Additional Information: Open for log and to other participants.
Edit: bounty played out here in an inbox thread
Baked Gones
Who: Orihime, Agent 47, and other characters that are willing to play an NPC thug!
Unlogged Bounty Summary: Oh it's gonna get logged, and there will be shenanigans.
Additional Information: SO MANY SHENANIGANS.
The Puzzle Corner
#4
#5
#2
#6
[Because he did the math over and over, so he can only assume that the phrasing of the puzzle is the key.]
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