Fantasy Faire: The Kitsune of Heian

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STORYLINE: Sleeping on the temple roof above the busy marketplace of Heian, was a gentle and wise nine tail fox, Kyubi no Kitsune. Its white fur gleamed in the golden light, soft purrs rumbled in its chest. An icy breeze ruffled its fur. The sour scent snapped the old fox's eyes open. 

Doubt, rage, envy, fear, hopelessness.... These emotions had suddenly surged in the populace. The Oni were growing stronger. The Unweaver was approaching, bringing a cold miasma of doom with it.

The fox flicked its tails annoyed. Something must be done quickly to rebalance the land.

Kyubi no Kitsune rose on his gigantic paws and stretched out nine magnificent tails. With a leaf on his forehead, and a poof of fox magic, he transformed into a striking, friendly looking street performer, albeit his fox nature was not completely hidden.

He landed gently in the large square, and announced himself as the mighty Kyubi no Kitsune, to many dubious laughs. His fluffy tail waving, and ears twitching, he began to tell jokes and perform amazing tricks to people's delight. A crowd around him grew. His sunny nature was infectious. He encouraged everyone to sing with him, and even pulled audience members into a silly dance. Soon a full street party broke out. Food was brought and served. Young couples met. Children giggled. And by the time the sun set, Heian was full of warm hearts once more. The Oni had shrunk to the size of mice. 

Outside, the Unweaver seethed. Joy was the one thing it could never consume. 

It sneered and moved on.

The celebrations and fund raising for a good cause continue at the Fantasy Faire continue. Read more about events, live shows, the adventure game, and more. Learn more about the Heian sim here: MEET OUR SPONSORS: GABRIEL

On him, Kyubi no Kitsune:
Kimono: Fluffy Kreations  - FK Kimono, Legacy M [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Aventurine Promenade )
Tattoo: Beastie - INUARI OVERLAY, Red [BOM](Fantasy Faire: Vervaine Moors)

Parasol: floro - Tien Parasol [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Bến Tôm Rơi ) 

Earrings: VISUALPHA - oneness earrings [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Heian )

Necklace: VISUALPHA - saint necklace [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Heian )

Hat: KROVA - HEAVY Coolie [mesh]

Hair: Dura - U129 -LIGHT - Men [mesh]

Hair: Dura - Ear covers  [mesh](gift)
Collar: Bartimeu - B-27 Collar [L/A] [mesh]

Rings: ROZOREGALIA - NARUSAZA*RING, Legacy [mesh]
Ears: Level 9 - Vulpine Ears [Bento]

Tail: Aurascape - Vixen Tail Classic [Bento] [mesh](500L)

Claws hand: L'Emporio&PL - Oblio Vampire Claws male [mesh](350L)

Claws feet: L'Emporio&PL - Damned Claws For Feet [mesh](340L)

Sandals: CerberusXing - Male Fang Geta (edit tint)[mesh](350L)

Eyes: Aii - Kitsune Red Eyes (50L)

Tattoo: Nuuna - Forehead fades 2 White [BOM](past gift)

Tattoo: Sn@tch - Fishnets [BOM](past gift)

Skin: MUDSKIN - Hajimu, A, no Brow, WINTER [BOM]

Head: LeLUTKA - KANE 4.0 [mesh](3990L)

Body: TheShops - [BODY] Athletic Meshbody (Legacy)(m) (1.7.1) [mesh](5000L)

Location:
HEIAN by GABRIEL Takuya Jinn

BONUS IMAGES: inworld raw shots, hi-res, midday sky :

 

Midnight Order: Diva Hyrda of J-Rock band ONI

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STORYLINE: As the world celebrates the Month of Love, we at Midnight Magazine thought it fitting to uncover the intriguing story behind one of rock music's most charismatic lead singers, -- Diva Hydra, of the acclaimed J-rock band ONI. 

My adventure into surreal starts backstage during soundcheck to that evening's sold out Arena concert. The atmosphere is electric. As I observe silently from the sidelines, it occurs to me that Diva is the center of gravity with all else orbiting around him. Every gaze is drawn him, and everyone seems to be waiting for their turn to bask in his glow, like planets to his sun. 

I am amazed to witness the "Diva Effect" in person. A woman passes by and her hand lingers on his shoulder for a moment too long. Then a Personal Assistant leans in close, whispering to him in hushed tones like a lover. And when I think the scene can't get more bizarre, an agitated young man storms in and slaps Diva hard across the face right in front of me!

Judging from all these subtle hints, I wonder if I was the only one present who hadn’t slept with Diva. I better be careful to not become his next conquest. 

Clearing my throat to regain focus, I was impressed by Diva's ability to handle the touchy situation. The angry lad was now completely pacified, and Diva turned to me with a wink, as if this kind of thing was just a normal part of his day. "Apologies for that little disturbance," he says, offering me a charming smile. "Shall we start the interview?"

I nod, a hint of eagerness in my eyes. "Will you sign this for me?" I hand him my favorite Diva Hydra picture.

Diva obliges, but his head snaps up from the picture as I blurt out, "Your real name is Steve, isn't it?" 

The room falls silent for a moment. Then he breaks the tension with a slight chuckle, “That’s all you got?” He passes the autograph back to me. “I thought you were a School of Journalism type of girl.” 

"Challenge accepted," I smile back playfully. Then with a theatrical flourish, I hit record on my cellphone and, slam a photo onto the table from a high school yearbook. "Poor Steve," I feign sympathy. "He wasn't exactly the ladies' man. More like an awkward nerd, albeit one blessed with the 'voice of an angel' if you believe his classmates'. I wonder whatever happened to that sweet innocent boy...."

Diva's gaze drifts towards a girl passing by in a red dress. "You're wasting my time," he says, his patience clearly starting to wear thin.

I lean forward, sensing an opportunity. "Rumor has it 'Steve' had dreams of making it big in the music world. And, according to the rumors, he signed a contract with ONI when the previous lead singer met an unexpected demise." I pause for dramatic effect before continuing, "And speaking of contracts, I just happen to have a copy of this unusual one right here." I slide the document forward, watching Diva's reaction intently.

I can practically see the confidence draining from his face as he snatches the paper. For what feels like an eternity, his eyes dart back and forth, scanning every word meticulously. 

Savoring the moment, I lean back, “If I didn’t know any better, Diva, I would think this is the first time you’ve ever actually read it.” My grin grows larger like the cat who caught a mouse. "I find the fine print especially interesting."

Despite my momentary advantage, Diva swiftly regains composure, effortlessly slipping back into his charming persona. He slouches back, clad in black latex that emits a slight squeak as he casually crosses his long legs. "It's just an entertaining fabrication," he assures me. "Our manager has done a splendid job of keeping the fans hyped with these rumors. People love the fantasy that ONI is not just a band, but possessed by real life monsters embodying each of the seven deadly sins. Raven, for instance, is Greed...." 

With a knowing nod, I respond, "And Diva is Lust.” I gesture to the signatures on the contract and the photo he just signed for me. "There's an interesting resemblance between Steve's signature and your handwriting, wouldn't you agree?

Diva burst out laughing. It's impossible not to be affected. It's infectious nature makes it hard to resist joining in. He really was stunningly beautiful.

“No more questions for today," his eyes glint with mischief, "...but” he reaches into his pocket and tosses to me a hotel room card key. “We can pick up this conversation after the show tonight.”

On him, Diva Hydra:
Mask: CRYPTID Dokkaebi Mask [mesh](Midnight Order)(240L)
Kimono: NAMINKOKE !H! Bento Uchikake Gashadokuro Male [mesh](Midnight Order)(480L)
Top: [Gild] Hades tank legacy, basic tiger [mesh](Midnight Order)(250L)
Hair: CAMO Venus F-Locs, fatpack [mesh](Midnight Order)(599L)
Eyes: TEETH [T] Mythic Eyes, Pink [BOM][mesh](Midnight Order)(350L)
Parasol: Soapberry SB. Jing Silk Parasol [Animesh](Midnight Order)(500L)

Belly Piercing: Aii & Ego BlackMage, Athletic, Full Outfit [mesh](Midnight Order)(2,500L)
Hands: Dreadmorne [DM] // Phantom Arm [mesh](750L)
Facestrap: TERIYAKI _TRK_ Kankuro Mask [mesh](90L weekend sale)
Face Piercings: CerberusXing Chained Bridge - Silver [mesh](300L)
Earrings: Badwolf Batwings Earrings, male Evo [mesh](270L)
Pants: toksik Leather Leggings, Black [BOM]
Head, piercings: LeLUTKA Kane Evolution [mesh](3990L)
Body: TheShops [BODY] Athletic Meshbody (Legacy)(m) (1.7.1) [mesh](5000L)

Microphone: HIDEKI Old Vintage Mic [mesh]

Truss and speakers: [MMc] Club Stage & Dance Floor [mesh]
Pose: Del May DM Need Socks

BONUS IMAGE: inworld raw shot, midday sky

Fantasy Faire : The Hidden City of Tenpyo

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STORYLINE: Hidden beyond a snowy pass deep in the Nippon mountains, was the twelve hundred year old city of Tenpyo, the capital of the Oni Lands. Beautiful. Regal. A place untouched by modern times. It had been safely defended all these years. Until one day, the Benimurasaki Onmyōdō detected the evil miasma of the Unweaver had infiltrated their paradise.

The Fantasy Faire is back! This post was inspired by the hat and veil by Hopscotch and the fun skin and tattoo by Soul and AERTH. Not to mention, this stunning sim created by Gabriel. Its a Must see! the Faire is open until May 8th. DO NOT MISS IT!   (Below the style card, is an FAQ for FF I made for those new to SL and the the Faire.)

On Him, the Benimurasaki Onmyōdō:

Veil: HopScotch Veiled Hat, posable [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Tenpyo)(225L)

Pet: ridi-ludi-fool obake medama-3 patapata [animesh](Fantasy Faire: Bassett Town)(80L)

Tattoo: AERTH Moon Tears Body Tattoo MAGENTA [BOM](Fantasy Faire: Atheneum)(200L)

Skin: SOUL .:S:. [G3] Dantela [F20] EVO, LEGACY M [BOM](Fantasy Faire: Atheneum)(1499L)

Necklace: who what magatama pendant- male [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Tenpyo)(210L)

Typing Effect: who what GOBOUSEI- [benimurasaki] male [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Tenpyo)(180L)

Pants: Gabriel ::GB:: Wa sarouel (Legacy) (C) Kurosame [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Tenpyo)(99L sale)

Hat: Maru Kado Suge Gasa White [mesh](100L)

Hair: Ginko Hair #22 Hair - Rigged Male, colorful [mesh](279L)

Arm wraps: CerberusXing Wraps (350L)

Belt: sakka Studio Ss.Kosode Nagoya-Obi [mesh](200L)

Collar: Bare Rose ::: B@R ::: Karakuriko C2 Kesa [mesh](190L)

Claws: L'Emporio&PL Oblio Vampire Claws male [mesh](350L)

Head: LeLUTKA lel EvoX KANE 3.1 [mesh](3990L)

Body: TheShops [BODY] Athletic Meshbody (Legacy)(m) (1.0) [mesh](5000L)

Setting:
Fantasy Faire - Tenpyo Sponsored by Gabriel

Here is a quick FAQ on Fantasy Faire off the top of my head.

**Q: What is the Fantasy Faire?**
A: Its an annual event hosted by the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Its like SL's World Cup or Super Bowl. It's HUGE! The theme is Fantasy (fiction, fashion, role play, decor, sim design, tabletop games, video games, anime/manga/comics, radio station, parties, art galleries, quest games, etc)

**Q: They raising funds?**
A: yes! All designers participating have an item for sale that is either a 100% donation or 50%. There is also a silent auction. Donations. And a Hud you purchase to play a quest game with stories, videos, and prizes. (note: A higher level hud includes an outfit for men and women). Last year in 2021 the Fantasy Faire in SL raised a new record, $95,178 in US Dollar (that's L$23,794,648 in Linden Dollars). So far this year after 8 days, the Fantasy Faire has raised $42,503 USD (that's 10,625,800L). Yes, I was not kidding when I said its huge! Relay for Life says of all their fund raising operations, SecondLife's Fantasy faire is by far the biggest fund raiser per money invested in an event. )

**Q: Ok! I want to see it, do I need to dress up in a costume?**
A: Come however you want, Fantasy allows for barely clothed styles, furries, city smashing giants, fairies, animal avatars, tiny kittens, robots, whatever you want as long as it's PG. But a word of  WARNING, the sims are very full of people and objects. To avoid lag, and enjoy the best experience, wear a low lag avatar, and work for graphic settings to keep frame rates up. At the main landing is a free Low Lag gift avatar/outfit you can wear. This year its a paperdoll style. To read more about being low lag, go here: https://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/How_to_reduce_lag

**Q: What is there to do?**
A: Explore the 20 sims! Its very big deal to land a sim to decorate for the Fantasy Faire. Its SL's finest creating amazing fantasy settings. This my favorite part of the fair. I also enjoy people watching and making new friends. I have made many long lasting friends at the fair, good people too. You can also visit during live DJ shows and Live dance Performances. The Lit Sim has gatherings to talk about certain books and authors. Tabletop game tournament. Several sims have their own Hunts and Games. And the big game will start soon, you purchase a hud to play it. The first part usually requires hunting for objects hidden across the sims. The 2nd part takes place on the game sim, with puzzles. You can also shop like crazy. Lots of amazing stuff.

You can read more the Fantasy Faire here:
https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/
The website has links to event calendar, the shopping catalog, details with the sims designers, role plays, game information, images taken, and daily blog posts.Go have fun! But don't wait too long to go, it ends May 8th. First week is full of events. 2nd week does not have events, but sims and games are still open.

BONUS QUESTION:
**Q: What is the "Unweaver" I see mentioned in the game?**
A: Its the Faire's personification/embodiment of Cancer. He is the villain we quest to defeat.

Necrotize: The Dance of Death

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STORYLINE: Astronaut Purple was dozing off at his post on the Coms. It was sterile and empty in space. He missed strange things like bugs. He smiled thinking of his lazy summer childhood days back on Earth. When he stepped outside, insects would fly away. Living things were everywhere. His mind drifted to sinister buzz of the bug-zapper on his father’s back porch. And then, it turned into the hum of the spaceship. His eyes snapped open. He was not alone. That’s when he noticed a strange dark figure in the security cameras. Was he hallucinating? He rubbed his eyes and looked again. It was gone. Probably nothing. He sighed. Nothing exciting ever happened here. Suddenly the door hissed open. Standing there was a beautiful, deadly, and strangely seductive alien. He jumped from his chair, knocking it over, his heart racing. She moved towards him in an erotic motion, inviting him to a dance. He felt like moth to her flame. Its a dream, right? She touched his leg, and electric shock jolted up and down his body. He could see his own bones glow inside his legs. The zap boomed in his head, it was deafening. He felt like he was falling. Like a unexpected power outage, everything flickered to darkness. ... Surely this was a dream.

This image originally was inspired by Fantastical Notion's First Emissary avatar. It was unusual and interesting, and it grew into a ghost Astronaut. Then it took a twist into a deadly galactic dance between a Xenomorph and Astronaut. I couldn't find a location that worked for this image, so I switched to creating a background. More items shown on the "Ghostnaut" are the Val'More Machina legs. They are not rigged so I posed them for this image. For the face is the Conviction Mutant eyes, and TF mort veins. Contraption put two excellent items on discount at the event, animesh Powerjammer spine, and Grymmer vest. On a side note, The X-ray effect I created by breaking apart the Cureless Skeleton and adding props to spine, ribcage, and legs, and using the Body Outline by Euthanasia. On the Zenomorph is the awesome shiny and scary NCHRGX outfit by Human Glitch. The freaky demonic wings are by DarkendStare's R'Lyeh. The dark skin by Petrichor has cool details like red spots, I especially loves the spots around the ears, I have never seen that before. The super shiny & bumpy detail on the skin is the material shine by This Is Wrong. Her cyber eyes and glossy lips are by Suicidal Unborn.

Necrotize will be ending soon. All lovers of cyber, horror, and scifi be sure to not miss it. The setting for the event is SUPER cool, created in collboration by Contraption and CerberusXing. So many great items are there to inspire your cyber nights. Your handy guide here: https://secondlifesyndicate.com/events/syndicate-events/necrotize/

On him, the Ghostnaut:
Helmet, horns: Fantastical Notion Hands of the First Emissary [mesh](Necrotize)(900L)
Boots: Val'More Prototype - Machina Legs [mesh](Necrotize)(320L)
Eyes: Conviction Mutant Eyes Purple [mesh](Necrotize)(560L)

Makeup: TF Mort Veins [BOM](Necrotize)(275L)
Skeleton: Cureless Skeletal System Noir [mesh](249L)

Arms: Contraption SP1NDL Prosthetic arm [mesh](500L)

Chest: Contraption The Grymmer Vest [mesh](Necrotize)(350L)

Animesh: Contraption Power Jammer Spine [mesh](Necrotize)(375L)

Pants: Gabriel ::GB::Cyber Elysion Pants Belleza Silver, gacha [mesh](75L)

Skin: Tableau Vivant Noctis skin - Tone 01 [BOM]

Mesh head: Raven Bell  BJD Bento Head James // OMEGA-UV [mesh] (2000L)
Body: Euthanasia Signature Outline [mesh](250L)

Pose: Del May DM - Yin Yang (150L)

On her, Xenomorph Female:

Skin: Petrichor :[P]:- Shadowlaz Femme Skin Sanguinna [mesh](Necrotize)(1149L)

Outfit: Human Glitch NCHRGX Bordo [mesh](Necrotize)(299L)

Boots: Human Glitch NCHRGX Boots [mesh](Necrotize)(399L)

Wings: darkendStare R'lyeh Wings [Black Blood] Right [mesh](Necrotize)(349L)

Helmet: ANA Trap Nova Helm Black [mesh](100L)

Claws: CerberusXing [CX] Salient Talons - Onyx BENTO (277L)

Tail: CerberusXing [CX] XenoPlug - Black [mesh](500L)

Materials: THIS IS WRONG Corrputed shine 3D (Necrotize)(399L)

Lips: Suicidal Unborn -SU!- Cyber Necromancer Lip Gloss -Genus- (Necrotize)(350L)

Eyes: Suicidal Unborn -SU!- Cyber Eyes -NECRO 3000X (Necrotize)(299L)

Head: GENUS Project Genus Head Strong Face GIFT001 v1.7 Mocap [mesh](group gift)

Body: Maitreya Mesh Body Lara [BOM] [mesh](2750L)

Stock:
Nebula: uxmal750ad Nebula Stock Image 2

Stars: NASA Hubble Space Telescope gallery

The Engine Room: Wrath of the Dolls

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STORYLINE: Neither Belladonna or Rose Kuro spoke. It was impossible with their artificial porcelain doll bodies. They rarely moved, and expressed themselves only with music. Even the coldest vampire's heart would weep from their heart wrenching cello performances. If the twins were angry at their creator, no one knew. He had been a kindly old vampire who adored them in life and rescued them from certain death. A jealous rival had brutally attacked them and left them for dead. The vampire held their broken bodies and wailed. His tears of blood raining down on them preventing them from passing quietly into death. You see, their creation had been an accident. Not knowing what else to do, he merged them with doll bodies and tended them for years, hoping one day they would revive and play music once more. Thanks to his tireless efforts and years of tender care, they did. And it was not long after the twins joined the Vampire Ballet that their mentor disappeared. Nervous members of the troop whispered he had been attacked by vampire hunters. Hearing this, the twins stirred from their stupor. One grabbed a scythe, the other a gun. No one stopped them. They gasped as these awkward stumbling dolls exited the theater into a dark ominous storm.

Engine Room reaches its one year anniversary. It's not only bigger and better, with an awesome Aetherpunk custom build by Contraption and it has gifts to celebrate too! You can view the Shopping Guide here. The picture above was inspired by the lovely Insomnia Angel Aisha dress, CerberusXing Scythe, the Schadenfreude Vampire Hunter kit, and the past Kuro Twins stories from my collaboration with Aarya Phantomhive.

On Her, Belladonna Kuro:

Weapon: CerberusXing [CX] Reforged Reaper prop [mesh](Engine Room)(250L)

Eyepatch: kosmii Lance Eyepatch L silver [mesh](Engine Room)(399L)

Dress: Insomnia Angel Aisha gothic dress MaitPetite [mesh](Engine Room)(Fatpack 1000L)

Collar: Insomnia Angel lolita detachable collar Mait[mesh](Engine Room)(300L)

Boots: Eudora3D Lyra Boots (Maitreya) Black1[mesh](Engine Room)(399L)

Gloves: Contraption Dapper Dandy's Gloves *ASTROM* [mesh](350L)

Headdress: Casse lustre Rose Princess headdress black, gacha [mesh](75L)

Hair: barberyumyum *barberyumyum*93(anime) [mesh](300L)

Necklace: deviousMind !dM LaSombra VampireNecklace Onyx/Silver [mesh](225L)

Lips: The Little Black Dress LBD-Glossy-Sheer-Lipstick-12-Pack (149L)

Skin, makeups: Pink Fuel [PF] Doll V2 Vamp [BOM](2500L)

Head: GENUS Project Genus Head Strong Face GIFT001 v1.7 Mocap [mesh](group gift)
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body Lara [BOM] [mesh](2750L)

On Her, Rose Kuro:

Guest appearance: Aarya Phantomhive of the Dark Phantom blog

Weapon: AiiZawa Pneumatic Peacemaker 1.0 [mesh](Engine Room)(499L)

Dress: Insomnia Angel Aisha gothic dress MaitPetite [mesh](Engine Room)(Fatpack 1000L)

Collar: Insomnia Angel lolita detachable collar Mait[mesh](Engine Room)(300L)

Hat: MIL*MIL Gothical Hat [mesh](fatpack 350L)

Boots: Eudora3D Lyra Boots Maitreya Black1[mesh](Engine Room)(399L)

Setting:

Book kit: Schadenfreude Vampire hunting book kit [mesh](Engine Room)(350L)

Flask: Schadenfreude Vampire flask [mesh](Engine Room)(75L)

Cross: Schadenfreude Large cross [mesh](Engine Room)(group gift)

Pose: MGSIT-STORE Horror [mesh](420L)

Gothical: A Light in the Darkness

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STORYLINE: "Come into the light," a man's voice spoke softly to Little Bunny. Who was he? Why did she feel so terrible? The last thing she remembered was eating and drinking too much at the Princess Layla's Taste of October party. Her eyes flickered open, and she immediately regretted it. "No... it burns!" The man was holding her tenderly. She would have protested but she felt so weak. "Don't be afraid," he said. "I'm an Exorcist. I've dealt with the Princess. She won't harm you again, at least not until next October. She is banished for now. Sadly, I was not able to stop all her designs. Your life will be different now." Bunny shook her head, "What do mean. I don't understand." The man laid her down gently. "I'm sorry to deliver such sad news. You have been bitten by the Nosferatu. But I will help you, if you trust me."

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!

There's a lot to do for Halloween in SL, just check the Destination Guide, but one you may not know about is the Hakoniwa sim event, by Yazoo Rang and Aslan, veteran creators of many past excellent adventures like Horror Night. To begin, pick up a hud at the start, and search the entire sim for the missing front gate letters "Hakoniwa." You can read more about the event here: The Dark Forest Birth in Hakoniwa. Game is from from October 28 to November 30, 2019.

On him, The Goetia:
Cape: W-Zero -00-Emperor mantle/M_black_Arm [mesh](Gothical)(300L)
Outfit: Last Ride Goetia#39 Necklace, Raven long coat [mesh](Gothical)(300L)
Pet: Hilted Cuddle Demon Goat - Black/Gold [mesh](Gothical)(149L)
Cross: Air Stavros gold [mesh](The Dark Forest Birth in Hakoniwa)[mesh](Hunt gift)
Hair: No.Match NO.PASSION male [mesh](200L)
Claws: CerberusXing [CX] Salient Talons - Onyx BENTO, Vista Male (277L)
Eyes: Dead Apples Marble - Heroine [mesh](89L)
Skin: Tableau Vivant Noctis skin - Tone 01 [BOM]
Mesh head: Raven Bell James, Bento [mesh] (2000L)
Body: Belleza Jake Mesh Body [mesh](2999L)
Pose: Something New Props n Poses A Wizards Mummy (100L)

On Her, Little Bunny:
Guest appearance: Top Lorefield, of Ariel*s Nail
Dress: W-Zero Classical Lolita Dress, red [mesh](Gothical)(350L)
Hat: MIL*MIL Gothical Hat [mesh](Gothical)(fatpack 350L)
Bunny Ears: Rozoregalia Jyoulaty Headdress [mesh](Gothical)(230L)
Tears: Cubic Cherry Sakura Tears [mesh]

Setting:
Backdrop: Paparazzi BACKDROP Gothic Castle [mesh](Salem)(299L)

WINTERS HALLOW: Fear is for the winter

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“Oh, my sweet summer child, what do you know of fear? Fear is for the winter, ...when the snows fall a hundred feet deep. Fear is for the long night, when the sun hides its face for years at a time, and little children are born and live and die all in darkness. ... Thousands of years ago, there came a night that lasted a generation. Kings froze to death in their castles, same as the shepherds in their huts. And women smothered their babies rather than see them starve, and wept, and felt the tears freeze on their cheeks. ...In that darkness the White Walkers came for the first time. They swept through cities and kingdoms riding their dead horses, hunting with their packs of pale spiders, big as hounds.” - Old Nan, Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

Who here is hyped for the final season of Game of Thrones? Me me me me!  I was inspired make a Whitewalker for this post by the awesome Deadly Nightshare Nityr's Staff on sale at the appropriately dark Winter's Hallow. It throws out some badass effects in mesh and particles, and you can send your friends flying off the sim with a good blast. hahaha Good times. Winter's Hallow is packed with dark and pagen winter items, and there are gifts under the tree, and hunt prizes too! You can see all the hunt prizes here:

https://darkpassionsevents.wixsite.com/secondlife/sg-2018-winters-hollow

Also shown above are a new Talon claws by Contraption at equal10. They were updated for Belleza Jake 2 too. They come with a hud to change the textures. Also shown by Contraption is the Ice Beast mesk and horns. To see just how cool it looks with its icey materials, turn on advanced lighting and have at least one local light. For some more ice, I used Izzie's body glitter tattoo over the beautiful Fallen Gods' Winter Nymph texture for men. I love the color of it! The rest of my Whitewalker outfit items are the PFC Iron Arms, and imho the best kilt for men on the grid, Cult's Male kilt with boots. it comes with a texture hud for the kilt and boots, black, denim and grey. The setting is a brand new hallway prop by CerberusXing on sale at another great dark themed event, Eclipse. .. Stay warm, Sweet Summer Children. Winter is coming....

On Him, the Whitewalker:
Staff: Deadly Nightshade .~DN~. Nityr's Staff, Spell Hud [mesh](Winter's Hallow)(350L)
Claws: ContraptioN Vulture Talons [mesh](equal10)(325L)
Mask, horns: ContraptioN Ice Beast set [mesh](250L)
Tattoo: Izzie's Body & Face Glitter applier, omega (269L)
Armbands: Pucca Firecaster's Creations PFC~Iron Arms [mesh] (300L)
Kilt, boots: Cult Male Kilt, Kilt Boots slink male, belleza, gianna [mesh](425L)
Hair: Limerence Willow hair, left side, RARE, Winds of Fall gacha [mesh](75L)
Eyes: Devae Rue Eyes/Pluto: Plutonium [mesh](250L)
Skin: Fallen Gods Wood Nymph, Winter xy +FGInc, Omega PG (990L)
Mesh head: Raven Bell James, Bento [mesh] (2000L)
Teeth: 6DOO bento vampire teeth Cuspid fangs [mesh](250L)
Body: Signature Gianni - Mesh Body [mesh](3500L)
Setting: CerberusXing [CX] Crucifix Corridor[mesh](Eclipse event)(450L)
Pose: VON Wrath of the Whitewalker 14

Fantasy Faire: The Healing Pool of Nienna

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STORYLINE: The air was still as the sky lightened from blackest night to a more friendly color of pale blue and purple. Only the sound of great swooping wings disturbed the peace of the scared pool of Nienna. As the Guardian of South Gate splashed gently down to scoop up its healing waters, he heard horns blowing the alarm in the distance, -- the Unweaver had been spotted in the Fairelands.

Happy 10th anniversary, Fantasy Faire!  Ten years of wonderful creations, beautiful sims, performance, literary festivals, role plays, masked balls, parties, and a hud based quest game... and all for a good cause, American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Well done, gang!  If you haven't already explored the lands of the 2018 Fantasy Faire, what are you waiting for! This year is even bigger than ever with 15 sims!   For more information, head to: https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/  and for a handy shopping guide with links and picture, go to: https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/shopping-2018/

On him, The WereUnicorn:
Makeup, horn: VENGE Omega Hud - Monstruo FF Edition [mesh] (Fantasy Faire: Aetherea)(50L)
Hair: Wasabi Pills Draco Windblown Mesh Hair [mesh] (Fantasy Faire: Aetherea)(250L)
Cup: Antereater Emporium AE - Master's Serve Chalice [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Erstwhile)(225L)
Necklace: Bliensen + MaiTai Aziza ecklace silver (Fantasy Faire: Erstwhile)(240L)
Wings: Moonlitcat Creations MLCC Sanoria Bento Wings [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Sanoria)(249L)
Kilt:  Moonlitcat Creations MLCC Sanoria Kilt Jake [mesh](Fantasy Faire: Sanoria)(299L)
Skin: Fallen Gods Spirit Opal Aura xy +FGInc. Omega Body (Fantasy Faire: Aetherea)(990L)
Claws: CerberusXing [CX] Salient Talons - Onyx BENTO, Vista Male (277L)
Ears: Mandala STEKING_EARS_Season5 [mesh](697L)
Eyes: Rue Eyes/Pluto: Plutonium
Mesh head: Raven Bell James, Bento [mesh] (2000L)
Body: Belleza Jake Mesh Body *Beta* V1.0 [mesh](2999L)
Pose: Clemmm well well well

Location:
Fantasy Faire 2018: The Willows of Nienna

 

The Fall of Prince Ravenna, 1

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STORYLINE: From the shadows of the forest, emerged a dark figure with ravens swirling and squawking around him. Snow White dropped her armfuls of flowers to stare at the strange intruder. She took a step backward for hidden under his hood was face both beautiful and repulsive. Noticing her gaze, he spoke sorrowfully, "I was not always as I appear now. The same witch who blessed you with beauty, cursed me to this hideousness. Only you can save me." His rotten hand stretched towards her and presented a ripe delicious looking apple. "Here, eat this." 

I loved so much coming up with a twist to the evil queen in Enchantment's first Snow White round, so I'm polishing it up and bringing it back for 2017! Enchantment runs two weeks, with a hunt, live performances, and lots of awesome goodies all in the theme of Snow White. Don't miss it!

On him, Prince Ravenna:
Collar: Bliensen + MaiTai Dreki Collar Male - silver [mesh](ROMP)(279L)
Headdress:  Bauhaus Movement Grimhilde Headpiece [mesh](Enchantment)(199L)
Bottle: SAGA Bottle Earrings Poison Apple [mesh](Enchantment)(165L)
Outfit, apple bag: Breath Wicked Witch/long h jacket [mesh](280L)
Stole: Gabriel ::GB:: Crow Feather stole / Black RARE, gacha [mesh](Epiphany)(75L)
Tattoo head: Fallen Gods Your Face, Omega (Trick or Treat Lane, gift)
Skin, head, body, hands:  Fallen Gods Omega Body~ Cadaver, Autopsy xy (990L)
Claws: CerberusXing [CX] Salient Talons - Onyx BENTO, Vista Male (277L)
Hands: VISTA Bento PROHAND Slink Male [mesh](600L)
Head: Murder of Ravens [M.O.R] Kuro head v.01 [mesh](free)
Body: Slink Physique MALE Mesh Body V2.9[mesh](1,250L)
Crows: Axix Lord Crow (100L)
Pose: yzk menspose6 - 2 (10L)

Setting:
Enchantment - Snow White

Sword of the Kōmori Daiyoukai

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STORYLINE: The Nightfang was a powerful sword. He could feel the energy pulsing in it. But like so many things in life, his father's favorite weapon didn't come with an instruction manual. Years would pass as he experimented with the it, trying to tease out its secrets. Then one day while strolling through a battlefield littered with the fallen, a butterfly landed on the sharp edge of the blade unharmed. Then more butterflies came to rest on it as if it was perfectly natural for butterflies to suddenly be smitten with a deadly metal. Thats when he realized those were no ordinary butterflies, they were the Jigokuchō, or the hell butterflies that come to collect the souls of the dead. Surely this was a major clue to Nightfang's ultimate attack.

Japonica is ending soon. Be sure to not miss the great sales, including 50% off for the event. This post continues Kōmori story with fantastic new release by Gabriel, Katahaori. I used a combination of the Enji and Shiro for this outfit, paired with the Enji Geta. Hey, it wouldn't be me if I didn't make a twist to this look; Hot Pink Latex Tabi? Obi on the Shoulder? Have you lost your mind, Dev? Maybe. lol I love how this turned out.  The AIR butterfly gacha is fun, when you walk an exact duplicate of your butterfly will rez around you in a particle effect. Pretty cool. In the set, the screens by katat0nik are mod, so they can all be tinted whatever color you like. The hanging lanterns are by Who What and include animating goldfish inside. .... Speaking of awesome, and japan... the Kagami event has opened. I look forward to seeing you all dressed up for another adventure game this year. See you there!

On him, Son of the Komori Daiyoukai:
Outfit: Gabriel ::GB::Katahaori, enji [mesh](Japonica)(380L)
Wraps: Gabriel ::GB::Katahaori, shiro, Sarashi gray [mesh](Japonica)(380L)
Geta: Gabriel ::GB::Takageta (male) enji [mesh](Japonica)(150L)
Butterfly: Air TefuTefu_6)Purple_CM, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Butterfly: Air TefuTefu_9)White_CM, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Obi: Naminoke *N*Decoration Obi BlackLily [mesh](Japonica)(200L)
Bento Wings: Linden Labs Elleria - Wings (starter avatar)(free)
Hair: No.Match No One, black pack [mesh](200L)
Katana: Mandala Sakura Dynasty [mesh](387L)
Collar: [CX]&[ContraptioN] Untamed Collar - Black [mesh](250L)
Face Piercings: CerberusXing Chained Bridge - Silver [mesh](300L)
Ears: Illusions Fairy Ears [mesh] (300L)
Skin applier: Soul Emmanuel - Cypher [V1] Special Edition TMP (975L)
Hairbase applier: Dura Omega scalp appliers (free)
Top applier: BareRose Omega AA for ::: B@R ::: Tokio 2069T2 (80L)
Gloves applier: Sn@tch Basic Latex Fingerless Gloves (past lucky board)
Head: 6DOO Human mesh head EKASI-01 Ver.1.02 [mesh](2,600L)
Hand, hand pose: Slink Male Hands Dynamic - BENTO [mesh] (875L)
Feet: Slink Male Feet Flat [mesh] (650L)
Body: Slink Physique MALE Mesh Body V2.9[mesh](1,250L)
Pose: Del May DM - I'm here male (50L)

Setting:
Screens: katat0nik byoubu / shoji screen 2Li [mesh](Japonica)(250L)
Lanterns: who what akari kingyo- {pink} [mesh](Japonica)(80L)
Pavement: xin. ishidatami 3, gacha [mesh]

Tomb of the Kōmori Daiyoukai

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STORYLINE: He inhaled deeply the smoke of the serpent pipe. As he exhaled, the snake at the tip hissed out smoke trails. He watched it lazily meander towards a nearby rockface. The pipe was a prized relic of the Kōmori clan. It was not of this world, it belonged to the spiritworld. It's smoke was being sucked toward a heavy spiritual presence nearby. There must be hidden cave. "Father," he smiled. "At last I found you." Once inside the cave, he discovered the massive fallen skeleton of his father, its batwings still stretched out, as if he might fly away at any moment. Beside it impaled in a pile of skulls, was the gleaming legendary katana of his father. Smoke swirled around it. The pulsing power emanating from the sword gave him goosebumps. He climbed up the pile of bones and lovingly withdrew his birthright. "Nightfang" he whispered to it as it were his lover, "So nice to meet you at last."

The idea of this post was inspired by one of my favorite animes.  The pipe, tattoo, hairsticks, and pants you can find at Japonica. The Bento wings are part of the brand new Linden Labs Bento starter avatars, and the bento tail is by Murder of Ravens. The giant skeleton is part of the Cureless gacha at Epiphany.

For more information on Japonica, go to: https://baroquedevent.wixsite.com/japonica

On him, Son of the Komori Daiyoukai:
Pipe: BOILDEGG :02:Wa Hukimodoshi Snake Silver, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Pants: Gild abi-hakama_purpleGradation [mesh](Japonica)(180L)
Hairpins: CerberusXing [CX] Hinotori Kanzashi (Purple) [mesh](Japonica)(150L)
Tattoo applier: U Design Atasushi (Japonica)(300L)
Bento tail: Murder of Ravens [M.O.R] bento demon tail v1.1 [mesh](150L)
Bento Wings: Linden Labs Sauin - Wings (starter avatar, free)
Collar: [CX]&[ContraptioN] Untamed Collar - Black [mesh](250L)
Face Piercings: CerberusXing Chained Bridge - Silver [mesh](300L)
Hair: Dura Dura-Boy*51 [mesh](130L)
Ears: Illusions Fairy Ears [mesh] (300L)
Hand, hand pose: Slink Male Hands Dynamic - BENTO [mesh] (875L)
Skin applier: Soul Emmanuel - Cypher [V1] Special Edition TMP (975L)
Tongue: 6DOO bento basic tongue thin front [mesh](150L)
Head: 6DOO Human mesh head EKASI-01 Ver.1.02 [mesh](2,600L)
Body: NX-Nardcotix David Mesh Body [mesh](1750L)
Bento hud face: Happy Dispatch [HD] bento Facial expression HUD (600L)
Pose: Hot Dive pose beast (30L)

Setting:
Skeleton: Cureless Yokai Chronicles Gashadokuro BONE, gacha [mesh](Epiphany)(75L)
Skull mound: MGSit Store Horror [mesh](420L)
Katana: Mandala Sakura Dynasty [mesh](387L)
Fog: {anc} mist cloud [Heavenlyblue] 1prim sculpt (349L)

2065: Kujo of the Cyber Mafia

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STORYLINE: High above the busy streets of Insilico, a man's laughter rang out from the most plush penthouse of the city. Kujo, ringleader of the Cyber Mafia, was plugged into an expensive VR gaming rig. A silent android watched him in the otherwise empty room as he twisted and dodged attacks from some unseen enemy. "Hey, Gertie," he yelled a little too loudly, "I haven't had this much fun since I was a little shit in the global games tourney." The android nodded politely. "Superior technique, Master. No one will suspect the mighty EVA is piloted by a human this time." The droid turned to look at the flickering security monitors from her master's overhyped Death Match: Battle Bot EVA vs a bona-fide Creature of the Night. No one thought the vampire would win, it looked like it was starved to death. Interest in the fight was remarkably high. Perhaps because it was so rare to see a living Nosferatu. They were thought extinct long ago. She looked at the massive number of bets pouring in from the net. "Everything is proceeding to plan. EVA is heavily favored to win." Kujo laughed, "I think its time EVA stumbled, don't you?" He faked a trip. Gertie watched silently as the vampire took advantage. It made quick work of Eva, then leapt into the screaming crowd to begin feasting on them. Gertie turned away from the carnage. Was it wise to let that... thing, live? Wait. She turned to the haloscreen of the VIP viewing boxes. Fights were breaking out. "Master look!" she pointed. They both saw it at the same time. The display case of Kujo's most prized possession, the Yata no Kagami, was shattered as a gambler tossed a loan shark into the display. Kujo quickly unhooked himself from the rig. Fury blazed in his cybernetically enhanced eyes, "Ready my copter, NOW!"

Japonica is back, and this time its wearing a little something special to spice up your nights. Head over to Re:Japonica to see what I mean. Scandalous goodies to have for girls, guys, homes, and decor. Have fun!

On Him, Kujo:
Top: Cubic Cherry 08 {Vain} top (TMP) fade blk-red, gacha (Lootbox)(50L)
Harness: Cubic Cherry 02 {Vain} Harness (TMP) dark pack RARE, gacha (Lootbox)(50L)
Kimono: [ ridi-ludi-fool ] *juban (Men) type D Black [mesh](Re:Japonica)(500L)
Belt: Tomoto shigoki beltF 1 [mesh](120L)
Pants: Tomoto slim pants black [mesh](350L)
Hair: No.Match No One, black pack [mesh](200L)
Horns: CerberusXing [CX] War Horns [mesh](199L)
Tail: CerberusXing [CX] XenoPlug - Black [mesh](500L)
Claws: CerberusXing Metal Claws Nightfall TMP [mesh](250L)
Eyemakeup applier: Aii Inari Makeup Pack TMP (175L)
Hairbase applier: Tableau Vivant Hack undercut hairbase Black, TMP (250L)
Tattoo body applier: Fallen Gods The Name of Silence Golem TMP, gacha (50L)
Face, skin, hand applier: Fallen Gods Pure [xy] Ivory TMP (990L)
Eyes: IKON Deadshine Eyes - Quicksilver [mesh](150L)
Mask: Death Row Designs Cybermask - mono [mesh]
Piercings: Haus of Darcy Enigma - Yakuza Red [mesh]
Belly Piercings: Haus of Darcy Thrust Spiked Hip Dermals v2 - Yakuza Red [mesh]
Hands: Vista Bento Pro Hand Male Slink [mesh](700L) 30% off sale
Head: TheMeshProject (BETA) Head(m) - Anime (Deluxe) [mesh](5000L)
Body: TheMeshProject (BETA) Deluxe Body [mesh](5000L)
Pose: Diesel Works Drogo2 (90L)

Location:
Insilico East

The Hamster’s Human Toys

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STORYLINE: Grammy Hammy was excited. Tonight was her annual New Year's Eve party and all the neighborhood pups were invited. Just in time for the festivities, the mail delivered intricately craved miniature New Years decorations. She bounced happily to her little bonsai display and carefully added her latest little treasures. "There," she stepped back to admire her handiwork. It was just so adorable! Her special guests will be so delighted! ....Well maybe not the pale humorless male who always complained bitterly about being picked-up (he even bit her once!), but the girl was always cheerful and enjoyed being cuddled. Oh! It was almost sunset. The pups better hurry or they will miss it!  It was only after the sunset on New Year's Eve that the mini Ninjas would become visible. They were strange looking creatures, tiny hairless apes (and not all that attractive if you asked her), but they were always welcome in her home as honored guests. Why? Because they were tireless protectors of children. Each year she did her best to honor them and thank them for their service.

On him, Little Ninja Dev:
Hoodie: Tomoto hoodie haoriM white [mesh], gacha (Memento Mori) (75L)
Outfit: Tomoto kurogo red (Homme) [mesh], gacha (100L)
Mask: W-Zero -00-Yoko-EarringsRed, gacha [mesh](75L)
Mask: W-Zero -00-Yoko-EarWhite, gacha [mesh](75L)
Hair: .Shi .Shi : Bob Knot [mesh](285L)
Tail: Cubic Cherry 12{Kitsune} tail grey, gacha [mesh](50L)
Eyes: Aii Ugly & Beautiful Designs Kitsune Red Eyes (50L)
Skin system: Tableau Vivant Nathan - tone 1 - blond (990L)
Skin Body Applier: Tableau Vivant Tone 1, Slink (400L)
Hands: Slink Avatar Enhancement Hands [mesh](450L)
Body: Slink Physique MALE Mesh Body V2.9[mesh](1,250L)
Pose: momomuller / 3M standing_m_001-1 (40L)

On her, Grammy Hammy:
Glasses: Crie Style Houkusai (350L)
Kimono: Sakka's Studio Ham Furisode#1  hammer/cream [mesh], gacha (30L)
Avatar: Beetlebones :BB:: Dwarf Hamster Parti-Sable [mesh], gacha (100L)

On her, Little Ninja Aarya:
Guest Appearance: Aarya Phantomhive of the Dark Phantom blog
For a complete stylecard and more of this storyline, visit the Dark Phantom blog Bonsai-champloo.
Sword: Mandala Sakura Dynasty set [mesh](197L)

Setting:
Bonsai: CerberusXing [CX] Juniper Bonsai [mesh](150L)
Flower arrangement: RH Design House [[RH]] KADOMATU (180L)
Screen: Marushin 3)Marushin_Oiran_Tsuitate(LI1) [mesh], gacha (30L)
Case: Marushin 8)Marushin_Oiran_tabakobon (LI2) [mesh], gacha
Blanket: Marushin 4)Marushin_Oiran_Mousen (LI1) [mesh], gacha
Floorlamp: Marushin 5)Marushin_Oiran_Bonbori(LI1) [mesh], gacha
Lamp: Marushin 9)Marushin_Oiran_andon_L (LI1) [mesh], gacha
Instrument: Monkey Banana 1 [MB] KOTO [RARE] [mesh], gacha (50L)
Target: Monkey Banana  4,[MB] NINJA House -Mato(Target) [mesh], gacha (50L)
Wall decoration: Monkey Banana [MB] KUMADE -takarafune- (small) Display [mesh](120L)
Table: Culprit Japanese Zaisu Set O [mesh] (250L)
House: Monkey Girl Dokodemo Washitsu Rectangle [mesh](300L)