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[ The shot opens on the bog unicorn, which seems to be attempting to nip at some of the weeds growing out from the cracks in a sidewalk. There's no tack on it; no saddle, no hackamore. Not so much as a rope around its neck, but it doesn't seem keen on running off. ]

Look, this is Jethro.

[ That's right, for those of you paying very close attention; there's two Jethros in Genessia and they're both 'unicorns'. What a coincidence! ]

I know, he's no Inquisition Barded Charger or Red Hart, I get it. Gruesome looking, right, don't care. He's a loyal thing who never gets tired... and I can apparently still summon him. But the only thing he arrived with when I did it is the rusty broadsword sticking out of his face. All his tack's back on Thedas, I'm guessing.

I know Fayren's the logical choice for horse-related stuff, but with the magical plague going on over there, I'm not keen on it.

[ Look, one of her besties is a mage, she's not infecting Dorian. Also, she knows how powerful his spells are; let's not have him sneezing inferno spells everywhere, okay? ]

I'll just wait if it comes to it, but if anyone knows somewhere that isn't Fayren that makes tack, I'm all ears. Bonus points if they know how to make armored barding.

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xxxxx[ACTION - Genessia City]

You know what's more fun than seeing a zombie horse with a sword through its skull on the network? Meeting it in person! Alley's found a park, and she's just sort of standing out in the open with her singular arm folded with the bar that makes up for the other. Jethro the bog unicorn, well, he's having a grand old time rolling around in the grass like a proper horse. Legs kicking in all directions, sword digging big furrows into the dirt.

"Having fun?"

Judging by the enthusiasm with which the zombie rolls back upright and lunges to his feet, and then trots over to her to ram his bony nose into her shoulder, the answer is yes.

And then something catches his eye... eye socket? And like any horse caught off guard, he spooks.

Unlike some horses caught off guard, he charges at whatever it is while Alley curses colorfully in a foreign tongue, shoved aside by the great beast in his quest to defend her honor -- or whatever is going on in that dead head of his.

Let the Cirque du Vrai begin!

OOC: The event starts today. It affects Attleton. Players can make their own posts and have fun with it or they can reply to this post with top levels and have fun that way! Up to you! There will be a separate log posted for the Showstopper on the 29th. If you have any questions or would like to sign up for the Showstopper, please check out the event details and remember that sign-ups for the Showstopper close tonight at 11:59pm PST.

Please note that if your character tries to enter the circus without a mask and costume (cannot be something your character already owned because it's not a disguise if it's theirs), they'll be prevented from getting in one way or the other. Don't try to get around it and don't try to be like WELL NO ONE CAN STOP MY CHARACTER!! If your character goes right past them they'll find themselves in the field the next day the second they go past the gates, capiche?? No cheating it's not fun for anyone.



As the sun sets in Attleton, a strange haze seems to glow over the barrier for a few moments before in the distance, a sequence of lights flickers on. The entrance sign first, then tents and merry-go-rounds and booths and all manner of dizzying fun illuminate just as darkness falls. It doesn't take more than a few seconds for the sounds of cheers and fun to fill the Attleton air. It almost seems like it's calling to you, inviting you in. As you approach, a man on stilts greets you. He explains that the flyers that have been floating around town with the wind and on the walls were all for this, the Cirque du Vrai! Become someone else to become yourself, step right up! You don't need to buy a ticket, you just need to buy a costume.

"There's a costume shop right next to the entrance for those who aren't prepared, and a master mask maker who will create any mask you desire, or leave it up to him once he decides what he thinks suits you. If you brought your own, that's fine too! The Cirque is here for days, there's time to spare! Don't let reservations drive you to despair! You'll miss out on fun if you let your life run all over the mystery we've so prestigiously spun. Test your skills, test your wills, find your chills, thrills, and pills. Here it is, the moment you've been waiting for is just beyond the gate! Accept who you are and you'll need none to commiserate!"

The man laughs, leaving before you can ask what that means to invite another in, and the game begins. Welcome to the Cirque du Vrai. Enjoy.

 *Since healing some more, Sonico has been trying hard to get back to everyday life. Not just work and hiding at home, but living a normal life. Or something like it. Trying to get out and about more, she can be found:

A) Nova City Mall
Sonico is looking for some new clothing - everything from hoodies and skirts to underwear. Between times, Sonico sits at the mall food court, alone as she quietly eats some fries, or sips on a coffee.

B) Some Bar in Genessia or Nova City
Again alone, Sonico can be found sitting at a table or in a booth, sipping at a beer bottle through a straw. Her headphones are usually on, and she looks much more engrossed in her music than her surroundings.

C) The Library
Sonico wound up with some overdue books, living like a hermit like that. So she takes a backpack with her to return them, then goes on a hunt for some new things to read. She might even try out the fiction section this time.

[Voice Option]
Hello, everyone. Sonico here. First, I'd like to say thank you to everyone for being so kind to me lately. It very much appreciate it. Second, I'd like to ask if anyone might be interested if I had a gig in a smaller venue, playing acoustic instead? It's not my usual but...I thought perhaps it would be nice to try. 
Thank you.

Who: Athrun and Sonico
What: Date night. Confession inbound.
Where: Ice cream store in Genessia.
When: An evening in April.

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[Action]

[For the first few days since the magical plague was reported, Erza was doing fine. Now, however, she seems to have caught it; every time she sneezes, her magic makes her outfit change. Her head feels like it's about to explode and she's exhausted, but she's not going to let little things like that get in the way of her daily routine! ...Though she may avoid Fairy Haven, just to be on the safe side.

She'll make her way to various stores, especially the bakeries and cafes. Eventually, she realizes that she should let Mavis know why she hasn't shown up yet.]

[Video - private to Mavis]

First, I don't think I'll be able to come in today. I'm feeling a bit under the weather... [She interrupts herself with a loud sneeze, and her outfit changes to something particularly ridiculous.] Excuse me. I think I might have caught infection that was mentioned the Tribune. I'm hoping it will pass in a few days, but I'll see what I can do for the guild in the meantime. [Sure, they just got a few members, but there's always room for improvement!]

[Video - public]

[After a talk with Mavis, she addresses the community at large.] Is there anywhere I can stay until this infection has run its course? I've been living at Fairy Haven, but that isn't an option at the moment. I shouldn't need much space; I might need material to work on rough advertisements while I'm sick, but that should be easy enough to find. [Even when ill, Erza still insists that she should be doing something.]