Nexus Spring Market Fair

[varnished_truths]

Seemingly overnight, one of the grassy areas edging the Forum has been taken over by a spring market and fair. Part state fair, part craft fair, part Renaissance faire, there are attractions for all comers. Tents and booths of every size, shape, and color are lined up more or less tidily, sometimes with wide avenues between them and sometimes with paths skinny enough to crowd a single person. Goods and treats from the far-flung corners of infinity are on display. The general organization has magic and alchemical goods grouped together and slightly separated from the other tents; arts and crafts fill the area around it. Goods such as clothes and jewelry, plants, and vintage and antique items are in the back. Food is front and center, between the entrance and the rides. This is perhaps not an ideal placement.

To one side is a brightly-lit collection of rides and games familiar to anyone who's been to a state fair. A ferris wheel, flying swings, and all manner of reasons to regret that last funnel cake are blaring tinny music and sporting blinking lights. Remember: rides first, then eat. Classic games that test strength, agility, and luck offer plush prizes sure to delight anyone until the fur rubs off. There are also some animal rides near the exit.

In the back of the roughly-fenced-in area are the exhibits. There's a petting zoo with creatures mundane and more exotic, all promised to be tame; practical demonstrations of new magical and technological wonders; a juried art show; and a stage hosting a variety of performers changing on the hour.

((This is an open event. If your character wants to have a booth selling wares or food, set one up. If your character wants to perform or provide other services, go for it! Please note what sort of service you're providing, if any, in the subject line of your top-level comment. Basically, just run with it and have fun!

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Comments

[thepizzalord]

"Jewels would be the easiest to work with, I gotta admit. She's already wearing armor and cloaks aren't really her style."

[u_can_have_it_4_a_song]

"There is also the possibility of some custom work, if you're willing to wait. I know of a mage who binds potent magic in ink. and bestows them on the willing by way of tattoo. You might name the protections and enhancements you desire, that way, although some patience would of course be needed."

"If you prefer the rings, I can make delivery tomorrow. Today, as you can see, I am bound to mind the store."

[thepizzalord]

Harry tilts his head slightly. "Custom work is fine. I'll have to ask her first anyway. Don't want to promise anything until she's okay with it."

[u_can_have_it_4_a_song]

"Of course. Take your time, think it over," the thin man assures him. "I'm often in the Nexus, and certainly not difficult to find."

[thepizzalord]

"Sure, no problem. I've got your card," Harry says with a nod.

[u_can_have_it_4_a_song]

"Indeed, you have," Schön confirms, smiling pleasantly. "Please don't hesitate to call."