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| 1/31/2004 | LATEST ISSUE OF ELANTHIAN JOURNAL NOW ON SALE |
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| The latest edition of the Elanthian Journal is now available for sale. Look for the nearest hovel to buy your copy now. | |
| 1/31/2004 | A CALL TO THE BLOOD! |
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Does the sea call to your blood? Are you among the worthy who can claim to be part of the Krolvin heritage? If so, answer the call of your kin.
Dush gno Krol, a gathering expressly for those of Krol blood, shall be seeking and accepting all those who are worthy to join its ranks this Volnes the 2nd of Fashanos. This search for strong blood will begin at 9 Elven standard time (EST) at the Meeting Hall of Solhaven. Dush gno Krol accepts any age or skill level, but strength of heart, pride of heritage, and a belief in honor are essential requirements that each candidate must meet! If you are of the half-Krolvin, you are invited to attend the gathering and to see if you have what it takes to be one of the dush gno Krol. |
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| 1/28/2004 | LAX RECORD KEEPING DISCOVERED IN GUILD AUDIT |
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After receiving numerous complaints from new guildmasters about missing records of their promotions, the Guild Council reluctantly chose to undertake a full audit of its guildmaster files. After much paper chasing and the occassional brow beating, it was discovered that some unscrupulous guildmasters had simply not bothered to document their promotion records.
In response to this finding, the Guild Council has dispatched its Guild Enforcers to persuade the wayward guildmasters to better appreciate the virtues of good record keeping. Unfortunately, some new guildmasters who have achieved their status within the last several months may not be fully registered and recognized as guildmasters because of this lapse in guild discipline. As such, the Guild Council requests that new guildmasters who suspect themselves to be improperly recognized as guildmasters seek ASSISTance. (If you were promoted to guildmaster status by a NPC guildmaster between the start of GS4 and the 16th of Lormesta/January, please use ASSIST REQUEST to have your guildmaster status fixed to be fully functional.) |
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| 1/27/2004 | THE NOT SO NEWLYWED GAME |
| On the 17th of Fashanos at 8pm empire standard time, come out and watch three couples battle to see who knows their mate the best. Each couple will answer questions individually and then see if their answers match up. Join Cairnfang Manor in the Solhaven Inn Tap Room for an evening of fun and excitement! Prizes will be awarded and refreshments supplied. | |
| 1/27/2004 | RANGERS RESUME DELIVERIES |
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On the 24th of Lormestra, the Ranger Express Delivery Service resumed deliveries between the towns of Elanthia. Wehnimer's Landing, Icemule Trace, Solhaven, Ta'Vaalor, and Ta'Illistim will be visited at 9:00 in the evening by the elven standard on Leyan and Feastday. Teras Isle, Zul Logoth, and River's Rest will be visited by appointment only.
For more information visit http://www.rangerexpress.net/ or contact Dresdena ([email protected]) or Argaine ([email protected]). |
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| 1/24/2004 | TOWN FELLOWSHIP GAMES |
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Clan Snar's Town Fellowship Games have returned! The Town Fellowship Games are a series of contests that test strength, speed, intelligence and many other factors, to see which town is the best. Medals are awarded to first, second and third place winners. Last time, Solhaven took the overall trophy. Will they hold on to their title this year, or will it be stripped from them? Towns around Elanith are preparing for the first event already. Is your town? Find out on your town's message boards.
Schedule of events (check the calendar or message boards for details) 28th of Lormesta, 9pm: Drag Race in Wehnimer's Landing 30th of Lormesta, 9pm: Gem Hunt in Zul Logoth 4th of Fashanos, 9pm: Copycat in River's Rest 7th of Fashanos, 9pm: Knowledge Contest in Ta'Illistim 13th of Fashanos, 9pm: Lifting Contest in Ta'Vaalor 15th of Fashanos, 8pm: Mosaic in Solhaven 20th of Fashanos, 10pm: Barroom Brawl on Teras 22nd of Fashanos, 6am: Hide Hunt in Sylvaerrend 6th of Charlatos, 9pm: Tag in Icemule Trace 7th of Charlatos, 9pm: 31, town to be announced |
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| 1/24/2004 | LOVES STORYTELLING CONTEST |
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Legends say that Koar found his great love in Lumnis and she in him. But at the same time, the hope of Koar's love as more than just a friend was lost forever to Eorgina. In such spirit, the House of Serenity is proudly sponsoring a storytelling contest themed on the subject of Loves: Lost, Found, and Forbidden to be held on Sunday, March 14th, at 4:00 PM EST.
For specifics on the rules of the contest, as well as registration information, please reference http://carabele.crosswinds.net/serenity/loves.htm |
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| 1/23/2004 | SKILL MIGRATION - FIXSKILLS |
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In order to complete a bug fix in the skill migrator process, each character will be given an opportunity to instantly migrate their skill goals. This one-time skill migration does not expire, so you may plan your migration at any time.
Step 1: Type GOALS in the command prompt to open the Skill Manager (If you are unable to use the Skill Manager, CHECK IN to the local inn and complete this process via the Character Manager). Step 2: Adjust your skill ranks in the Skill Manager as you see fit. Click the APPLY button and go back to the game screen. Step 3: Once you have determined that your skills are set up exactly how you want them, type FIXSKILLS in the command prompt. Step 4: The system will prompt you to confirm your decision in the next 30 seconds by typing FIXSKILLS CONFIRM in the command prompt. Following this process will instantly migrate all skills. Attempting to use FIXSKILLS again will prompt a message explaining that your one-time migration has already been used. NOTE: If you have any questions on this process, please ASSIST with a GameHost before using this one-time migration. Its always better to ask first, and do second. It is our hope that this one-time FIXSKILLS instant skill migration will help the few characters that were stuck in their goal time, as well as alleviate the concerns of other players that felt unprepared for the standard migration time. |
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| 1/22/2004 | LOVES STORYTELLING CONTEST |
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Legends say that Koar found his great love in Lumnis and she in him. But at the same time, the hope of Koar's love as more than just a friend was lost forever to Eorgina. In such spirit, the House of Serenity is proudly sponsoring a storytelling contest themed on the subject of Loves: Lost, Found, and Forbidden to be held on Sunday, March 14th, at 4:00 PM EST.
For specifics on the rules of the contest, as well as registration information, please reference http://carabele.crosswinds.net/serenity/loves.htm |
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| 1/21/2004 | JUSTICE PERSONNEL MORE PERSONABLE |
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In an effort to give your time spent in the justice system a more warm and fuzzy feeling, a few changes to personnel policies are going into effect.
Those that frequent the constable's office will find that the display case has been taken down, and instead, you can ASK CONSTABLE ABOUT a person, and he'll be more than happy to tell you what crimes they're wanted for. Upon arrest, the constable will now check your personal belongings for notes, and will provide these to the judge at your hearing so that they may be applied to a fine, if you choose a fine for your sentence. (Those choosing other punishments will have their notes returned to them with the rest of their belongings after time is served.) During the hearing before the judge, if a criminal fails to answer the judge and is held in contempt, he will be returned to a jail cell and periodically asked if he's ready to go back to court. (You must ANSWER YES to return to court and face the judge.) Finally, for those that choose prison sentences, the criminal will now be able to INQUIRE from the guard about their remaining incarceration time. |
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| 1/21/2004 | LOBSTERFEST AND CAPTURE THE FUR |
| The Elanthian Explorers' Society will be holding their second not-so-regular Lobsterfest. Meet us on the Baron's Bridge at 8:00 in the evening by the Empire's reckoning on the Day of the Huntresss, the 30th of Lormestra. As our pots wait for their prey, we will hold a Capture the Fur contest! Divide into teams of four, hide your furs, and find the other team's. Prizes will be awarded. Participation in one or the other event alone is perfectly acceptable. Come have a good time on the water and in the town of Solhaven. See you there! If you have questions regarding this event, please contact Revalos or Dresdena. | |
| 1/21/2004 | OBSIDIAN TOWER'S MONTHLY STORYTELLING SESSIONS |
| The Obsidian Tower storytelling sessions will continue to be held the first Feastday (Saturday) of each month. Anyone wishing to attend may meet an escort of this House at the Hearthstone Manor steps at 8:00 PM Elven. You will then travel to the Obsidian Tower and listen to legends, tales and lore of the Dhe'nar. Questions may be allowed afterwards. | |
| 1/20/2004 | SILVERWOOD MANOR'S ANNUAL SNOWFLAKE CARNIVAL |
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The Lorekeepers of Silverwood Manor cordially invite you to attend their fourth annual Snowflake Carnival, taking place from the 23rd to the 25th of Lormesta in Icemule Trace. This fun-filled weekend is packed with games and activities, all starting with the opening ceremonies scheduled to kick off the Carnival at 9:00 PM Elven time on the 23rd.
Day 23 of Lormesta: 9:00 PM Opening Ceremonies 9:30 PM Herb Roulette 11:00 PM Themed Storytelling Day 24 of Lormesta: 12:00 PM Snowball Throwing Contest 1:00 PM Scavenger Hunt Begins 2:00 PM Thieves Poker 4:00 PM Fletching Gathering 5:00 PM Scavenger Hunt Ends 6:00 PM Novice Gathering 9:00 PM Pipsqueak Says 10:00 PM Round Robin Storytelling 11:00 PM Themed Cooking Contest Day 25 of Lormesta: 2:00 PM Ice Skating: Singles 3:00 PM Ice Skating: Pairs 4:00 PM Lockpicking Contest 7:00 PM Musical Arrow Grab 8:00 PM Seasonal Charades and Riddles 9:00 PM Fletching Gathering 10:00 PM Themed Bardic Performance 11:00 PM Round Robin Storytelling 12:00 AM Snowman Building Contest Once again, please remember the schedule is subject to change. We look forward to seeing all of you at the Silverwood Manor Snowflake Festival in Icemule Trace. Bring your family! Tell your friends! Get ready to have some exciting snow-filled fun! |
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| 1/18/2004 | BLACK ROLAREN GATE CHANGES |
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News from Icemule Trace!
Craftsmen have completed work on the Black Rolaren Gate outside the West Gate to allow for greater access to the hunting area and ruins beyond. The gate is now pickable, climbable, bashable, and popable, and it no longer shocks people. Happy hunting! |
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| 1/17/2004 | LATEST ISSUE OF ELANTHIAN JOURNAL NOW ON SALE |
| The latest edition of the Elanthian Journal is now available for sale. Look for the nearest hovel to buy your copy now. | |
| 1/15/2004 | G.E.M.S. TREASURE HUNT! |
| Join the Greater Elanthian Merchant Society in the Merchant Guild in Wehnimer's Landing at 7pm elven on Restday, the 25th of Lormesta (January 25th), for a Treasure Hunt like no other! Follow clues and gather items in a race to the finish line. The more you know the faster you'll go, so start studying and you just might find yourself holding the grand prize of 1 million silvers! Cash prizes will be awarded to entrants placing 2nd through 5th, and consolation prizes will given to all who enter, so mark your calendars and join us for a night of fun and potential profit! | |
| 1/14/2004 | SKILL MIGRATION F.A.Q. |
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To clear up any confusion on the skill migration process, the following FAQ was written:
http://www.play.net/forums/messages.asp?forum=102&category=4&topic=20&message=79 |
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| 1/13/2004 | MOONSTONE ABBEY'S GRAND ILLUMINATION |
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Long ago, on the night of a clear crisp winter solstice, while the Sisters gathered and danced within their circle, there came a visitor in the form of a warm spirit. It beckoned them to follow. Through a forest full of twists and turns, the warm spirit lead the Sisters to a crystal clear lake. Across the lake, topping the highest trees, they saw the three towers of Moonstone Abbey. The Sisters had once again a place in their beloved abbey.
After much toil and renovation, Moonstone Abbey now stood in all its splendor. A full cycle of the moons later, the members of Moonstone Abbey opened its doors for the public to bear witness to the magicks held deep inside the ancient abbey. This Grand Illumination and Blessing of the Lands has become an annual event. However...there are more secrets to unfold, as once again on the cool winter solstice night, there came a dark spirit. It spoke of things hidden - of knowledge not yet learned. One name could be heard carried by the crisp breeze of the winter night...Makiri. The members of Moonstone Abbey invite all to come join them in their annual celebration and Grand Illumination of Moonstone Abbey. Share in lore of the Abbey and learn of secrets not yet told. On the 21st day of Lormesta (January 21st) beginning at 10pm Elven time. Merryment! Dancing! A time for rededication. Moonstone Abbey can be found Southwest of the city of Ta'Illistim. Follow the illuminated path through the forest and the grove. |
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| 1/13/2004 | WHO COMMAND IMPROVEMENTS |
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WHO (also known as STATUS) has had some improvements.
WHO FULL continues to let you see everyone online (StormFront users must CONFIRM this option [except in Platinum] due to the amount of data it generates, which could knock you offline). WHO LETTER [a-z] lets you view people whose name begins with the provided letter. WHO GROUP displays everyone online who is looking for a group (you can look for a group with PROFILE TOGGLE GROUP). |
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| 1/13/2004 | BLACK WOLVES LIVE AUCTION |
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Is there too much space in your locker? Then we have the cure! The Black Wolves will be holding a live auction on the 24th of Lormesta begining at 1pm Elven on the roof of Frith's Inn. There will be hundreds of articles from which to choose. You need things? We've got 'em. You want things you cant use? We've got those too!
There will be door prizes and gifts for those who answer questions correctly. We also pay special attention to new adventurers in need. So join us on the rooftop of Frith's Inn for a day of good buys, good folks, and good fun. |
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| 1/12/2004 | DRAGGING UNDERGOES CHANGES |
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As many of you have noticed, dragging a body has been essentially a "free" operation since the release of GemStone IV. This has finally been corrected. Groups will be very advantageous in dragging heavy bodies now, but in most cases, one-on-one dragging should still be possible, unless you're a halfling attempting to drag a giant.
To drag as a group, simply make sure that each member of the group who wishes to help is automatically attempting to drag the target player (via DRAG {name}). When the leader of the group attempts to drag, the work will be divided among the group. Additionally, the system has been updated to account for terrain and climate. Dragging someone across an icy floor is much easier than dragging them through wet sand, for example. |
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| 1/11/2004 | SHIELD AUTOCONVERTER AVAILABLE |
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Do you have a buckler that's weighing you down? Or a pavis that's not covering as much as it should? Bring your shield to the armorer in the nearest town and put it in the portal you'll find there to get it converted to the proper size.
Shields that shrink will lose some durability; those that grow will become more durable. A converted shield's weight will be the average of its old weight and the weight of a standard shield of the new size. Please see the New GemStone IV Forums for more detailed information. |
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| 1/9/2004 | BOTTOM OF THE BARREL |
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It's that time again! Moonshine Manor invites all members and non-members alike to hang up their manners and put on their party caps! On the Day of the Huntress, the 23rd of Lormesta, at roughly 8:30 pm elven time, Moonshine Manor will host the second game of its infamous Bottom of the Barrel. Be prepared to have fun trying to win prizes and money! Need more income before the Spitfire comes to town? Well, here's your last chance! The game begins in Helga's Tavern. All red-haired, green-eyed elven maidens are expected to attend!
What'll be the most talked about event of the Elanthian Year of 5104? Six out of seven halflings agree, "It's the Bottom of the Barrel you've got to see!" |
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| 1/8/2004 | BELLY FLOP COMPETITION & MASQUERADE BALL |
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Want a chance to prove that your ale-belly is more than just a fashion accessory? Come to Icemule's first Belly Flop Competition on the 18th of Lormesta, sponsored by the Northern Fury! Participants will be judged on form and splashiness, and silvers will be awarded to the top three Belly-Floppers. The contest will begin at 6:00 in the evening, elven standard time, at the Penguin Pool located southeast of the North Gate.
Later that same night, you are cordially invited to an evening of mystery and intrigue. There will be performances, games, and prizes, so don your masks and prepare to dance the night away! The ball will be held at the Northern Fury's tent set up along West Road, beginning at 9:00 elven standard time. |
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| 1/8/2004 | NORTHERN FURY RECRUITMENT DRIVE |
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Have a hunger for battle? Do you take your weapons to bed with you? Have you given your blade not only a first name, but a last one as well?
If you said yes to any of these and if the prospect of fighting amid a well-ordered army for the good of the realm appeals to you, then head up to Icemule this Restday. The Northern Fury will have a recruitment tent raised not far west of Town Center in Icemule Trace. There will be Fury personnel on duty who can answer questions about membership and tell you about the long and glorious military tradition that is the Northern Fury. Our roster is open to applicants of any skill level during the month of Lormesta. Applicants should have a love of the realms and a desire to protect the innocent. Combat ability is not a prerequisite. A desire to serve the lands is. The tent will be open from 1:00pm through 1:00am (elven time) on the 18th of Lormesta in the year 5104. |
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| 1/7/2004 | MYTH OF THE MEMORIAL GROVE |
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Uncounted centuries ago, when the rest of their people fled, a handful of sylvan healers remained with a plague-stricken clan of dwarves and struggled to save them from a disease that afflicted not only the dwarves, but sylvans as well.
The sylvan Hythande and the gnome Eslar will recount a tale about a group of sylvan healers, the dwarves that they aided at great cost to themselves, and the gnomish role in matters that followed. Members of all races are invited to come enjoy this ancient story. Is it myth? Was it magic? Did it really happen? Join Hythande in the graveyard near the Temple, inside the town of Wehnimer's Landing, at 8:00 PM Eastern on the 9th day of Lormesta (Friday). Many years have been spent searching for a legendary site that has been witness to the pilgrimages of sylvans, dwarves, gnomes, and acolytes of Imaera alike -- among many others. With the aid of the local Greengair gnomes, the recent discovery of the ancient gravesite near Wehnimer's Landing has inspired a memorial for all those who have met their final death. Come join us at 6:00 PM Eastern on the 10th day of Lormesta (Saturday) as we honor our remembrances. (Some folks will offer commemorations to Lady Daryann Stormrider, Dame Wanton Destruction, and Lady Kali Sablefen. Others are welcome to speak about those they knew that have passed away). Directions to the memorial site will be posted on the events calendar (https://www.play.net/gs4/events/calendar.asp?ID=1013). |
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| 1/6/2004 | ELANTHIAN JOURNAL TO RESUME PUBLISHING |
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It has been a little over a year since the untimely death of Rharosch Dashovath, editor-in-chief and publisher of the Elanthian Journal. Due to obstacles in settling his estate and other difficulties, the paper was forced to suspend operations until very recently.
"What with our ink suppliers getting Red Rot and paper shipments hijacked by Krolvin pirates, it's been impossible to get the newspaper out," stated Nellida Dashovath, daughter of the late publisher. "But things are moving along well now. We'll be printing our first new edition very soon." The pert publisher added, "We could definitely use some reporters. There's been a plague, a war, and a flood of demons since our last issue!" (To submit articles for the Elanthian Journal, please use this link: https://www.play.net/gs4/journal_submission.asp ) |
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| 1/5/2004 | SKILL MIGRATION GRACE PERIOD EXPIRATION |
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NEWS 1 51 noted that those characters whose rapid skill migration period has already expired would have until Friday, January 2nd, to continue rapid migration. This period has been extended to midnight on the night of Monday, January 5th (TONIGHT!).
For those characters who first logged in to GemStone IV more than 30 days prior to that time, this will be your LAST CHANCE to modify your skills at the rapid rate. Adjusting your skills after that date will take a really long time. Really really long. Possibly longer than that, even, under some circumstances. Those characters who first logged in to GemStone IV less than 30 days before January 5th will have their rapid migration window expire 30 days after their first login. After that, it'll take a really long time (or longer). After a character's rapid migration period has expired, training points earned from experience absorbtion may be spent immediately with no waiting required. The first 60 training points (of any type) earned through "untraining" skills each month may be spent at a slow rate, to facilitate minor training adjustments. Further training points gained through "untraining" may be spent at a rate ten times slower than that. |
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| 1/4/2004 | CHARM-MAKING |
| The Loenthran Arts and Social Society (LASS) will be holding a charm-making event on Feastday, Lormesta 17th at 8:00pm elven time in Solhaven in the courtyard of Imaera's temple. Charm bags, along with ingredients for luck, love, protection, health, and wealth, will be available to those interested in the gentle magics of charm-making. If you have a special gemstone, herb or other item that would symbolize your need, feel free to bring it along. | |
| 1/2/2004 | THE ZUL LOGOTH TOWN IMPROVEMENT AUCTION |
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Long have the residents of Zul Logoth sought improvements for the town. Clan Leader Wynoza hopes to convince the local builders to do the work, but construction materials aren't free. So join the Zul Logoth Territorial Guard and the Toadstool Appreciation Society on the second weekend of Lormesta (January) to fill your pockets and spend some silvers in support of the town beneath the Dragonspine!
There will be contests, games, town hunts, and town tours on Feastday, and an auction on Restday starting at the Hour of Phoen. Please visit the Zul Logoth Territorial Guard PRO folder for updates, more auction information, and to ask questions. |
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| 1/2/2004 | ELANTHIAN TRADER'S CONSORTIUM SHOPPING RUNS |
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Have you always loved the stuff for sale at special events but can't afford a ticket? Tired of paying massive mark-ups two days after the festival is over but don't know any friends attending? The Elanthian Trader's Consortium will be making shopping runs into the Ebon Gate Festival on Sunday the 18th for those without tickets!
Further information on times, places, and errand boys will be available on the board outside the Meeting Hall in Icemule, located down the walkway three blocks west of Town Center. |
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| 1/2/2004 | JANITOR CONVICTED OF CRITTER RUSTLING |
| A combined investigation by all of Elanith's Justice organizations has uncovered a nefarious scheme by the Janitor to abscond with large numbers of creatures for an illegal zoo he was maintaining. This creature kidnapping by the Janitor is the likely cause of the disappearances or reduction in numbers of creatures in hunting areas that has recently been reported. Now, if a hunter remains in a hunting area the gallant creature opposition should remain as well, instead of being illegally swept up and taken by the Janitor. Have no fears, the Janitor has been soundly chastised for his role in this sordid affair. The Janitor implemented his scheme shortly after the migration to GemStone IV was performed, probably in the mistaken belief that in all the confusion no one would notice. | |