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Brave New World Mods ([personal profile] bravenewmods) wrote in [community profile] bravenewworld2015-08-22 08:57 pm

World Fair

In the week of lead-up to the fair, the whole of Union had been ablaze with excited chatter, industrious preparations, and quite a fair number of new faces. People from all over the known world had begun to trickle in with the announcement, some representatives and workers from each invited civilization, some excited young trainers and travelers, hopeful prizewinners and showboaters, cooks, warriors, clothing designers, and of course a wide variety of Pokemon. You couldn’t look anywhere (even a trash can) without finding somebody new, and every single person was absolutely thrilled to be there.

The World’s Fair, hopefully the first of many, sprawled out across the Entertainment District. Large swathes of the area had been cordoned off for the event, stalls and tables, booths and small shelters set out and erected over the course of the week. Local workers and travelers dug in, working in shifts to get everything together on time. Voices sang out around the grounds, work chants accompanied by the beat of hammers and nails, with every soul pouring their hearts into their tasks. A busy time, certainly, and one fueled by a desire for harmony, profit, and to start off the idea with a bang.

There were, of course, a few noticeable exceptions. The open invitation to Gigas that the Council had so warmly extended had been accepted in due time. Those who numbered themselves amongst that great city were distinguishable by their less than friendly countenances and penchant for taking notes, no doubt analyzing the city of their enemies. One likely familiar face made her appearance partway through the week, disappearing quickly into a tent and remaining indoors for the rest of the preparations.

Come opening day, people had already begun lining up at the entrance, awaiting admission. The queue stretched for blocks and blocks, a serpentine loop of people and Pokemon all eager for a chance to see what this fair was all about. Like everything else surrounding the event, there was a certain buzz to it. Chatter filled the line, questions and queries hanging on everyone’s lips. Did you see that robot? What’s that smell? Did you see that Maxime de la Puffette was planning on unveiling her fall lineup here? Oh! Oh! And there are three idol groups! Risette may even make a performance! and there was another rumor that buzzed through the line as well. Gigas accepted the invitation. And so did some of those people from the Archipelago…

Once inside the grounds proper, a dizzying array of sights, sounds and smells assailed every visitor’s senses. Music blared, machines clinked and clanked, food sizzled on grills, exotic spices wafted down the paths, unusual Pokemon let out cries of surprise and delight, and people ooh and ahhhed. Technological wonders stood out on stages, concerts presented a variety of music in every style imaginable, there were whole areas set aside for nothing but eating and fashion, while martial artists, Pokemon and brawlers duked it out in the various arenas. And above it all, airborne Pokemon soared and wheeled, banking and turning as their riders and egos clashed in a competition of acrobatics and skill. All of this could really only mean one thing, and even if by chance you were a Crustle living under a literal rock, you couldn’t miss it.

An event like nothing held since the Cataclysm, and something wholly unique had begun today, and for one week only. The First World’s Fair!

[OOC: This post is open to all players throughout the next week. Feel free to tag around, start your own top levels, and generally have fun during the fair. Some new and familiar faces will be tagging around as well, and may tag into your threads!]
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[personal profile] indy_wannabe 2015-08-27 04:02 am (UTC)(link)
[The Prodigal Explorer, of course, had an open stand. Ezreal had begun producing some Mega Stones which were now proudly on display, as well as some other interesting sundries, curious, and supplies. Stop by and say hi!]
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[personal profile] ladyofluminosity 2015-09-01 06:07 am (UTC)(link)
[ Stocking the booth was one of the many jobs Lux had volunteered herself before, insisting that she do everything she could to make sure that Ezreal could get his work done. Unfortunately, boxes of evolution stones, fishing rods and other things tended to get a bit heavy, and after the third round, she was starting to get more than a bit fatigued.

Practically falling over when she laid down the last few boxes, which were stacked to nearly eye level, Lux leaned over them a bit, her ponytail spilling over her shoulders. ]


I think. That's almost. Everything. Just a few more. Loads left...

[ She sounded so defeated. ]
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[personal profile] indy_wannabe 2015-09-02 06:11 am (UTC)(link)
[A cool drink taps against Lux's shoulder]

Why don't you go sit down? Vilemaw and Dragon should be able to handle the rest of it.
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[personal profile] ladyofluminosity 2015-09-04 01:42 am (UTC)(link)
[ Looking up from over her shoulder, Lux stands upright, taking the drink from Ezreal. ]

Are you sure? There's still more work to be done.
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[personal profile] indy_wannabe 2015-09-04 05:18 am (UTC)(link)
It's fine! You deserve a break!
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[personal profile] ladyofluminosity 2015-09-06 07:20 am (UTC)(link)
If you're sure...

[ She deflates a bit, sitting done on a sturdy pile of boxes. It was hot, and the storeroom was more than a bit dusty. She was happy to be sitting down. ]

It looks pretty busy out there.
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[personal profile] indy_wannabe 2015-09-07 07:04 am (UTC)(link)
The new product is moving pretty well. Sales will be nice, I think.
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[personal profile] ladyofluminosity 2015-09-09 05:33 am (UTC)(link)
That's great news! I know you weren't sure how it would come across to others outside of Union, so that's wonderful. I imagine that will keep you fairly busy, huh?

[ She takes a sip of her drink, looking up. ]

You know, if it's too busy, you don't have to come with me. I don't want to cut into your profits or productivity.
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[personal profile] indy_wannabe 2015-09-09 05:55 am (UTC)(link)
It'll settle down after the fair I'm sure. I've got the staff to absorb it, I wanna open up a new market and get out of the city for a bit.