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🎃 Everyone hail to the pumpkin song 🎵
Nothing but frights in these festive nights!
It's noticeable — the coming autumn nights are growing dimmer, bats start circling the skies more often, and a lone wolf howling at every occasion towards the moon's appearance. An inexplicable sense of dread permeates your being as you begin to feel the hairs rise on your skin, and you might just chalk it up to only the chilly fall wind passing by. But some take to believing these are signs pointing that the night of Halloween is drawing near. A chance for ghouls and goblins to come out and play, and maybe earn a sweet treat or two along the way.
Somewhere around the outskirts of a small country town, its people gather around to set up shop and open their annual Halloween Fair to all. While they mostly bring in people from neighboring towns to join in the celebration, unbeknownst to the townsfolk their event is about to get a little more festive with the sudden influx of visitors from beyond their borders. And perhaps from beyond the grave as well...?
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Arriving at the fairgrounds, you'll find the whole place heavily decorated with an assortment of spooky-themed ornaments: glowing jack o' lanterns, paper bats lined on garlands, plastic skeletons in comical poses, bedsheet ghosts hanging on a wire, a statue of a famous movie monster or two looming over you menacingly, and so much more. The sounds of whimsical theremins and sinister pipe organs could be heard playing in the background. All the stalls have even installed fake cobwebs to match the vibe. And some of the townsfolk, even the visitors too, have taken to dressing up in costumes for the festivities.
It's fortunate that the fair doesn't charge you for admission. So like a ghost hovering and lost, you can haunt around the grounds as much as you please. Grab a candy apple, try your luck at a pie-eating contest, get lost in the cornfield maze, or maybe go trick-or-treating while you're at it. There's plenty of things to do for you to have a scary good time!
While it isn't required for everyone to wear a costume for the event, you're definitely encouraged to dress up while exploring the fairgrounds. Besides, wouldn't it be more fun to stalk the grounds as the grim reaper? And you get bonus discounts from food stalls for being in the spirit of it all!
If you were convinced enough to do so, you were then directed to the costume rental store under a large tent and try something from there. No doubt the store has a wide array of costumes in all shapes and sizes from the mundane, to the grotesque, to the avant-garde. You can dress up as a doctor, a zombie, a legally distinct superhero, or even a giant avocado. There's even matching costumes for you and your partner to wear together for laughs. There's no rhyme or reason why some of these costumes are made really, this is all in good fun.
But once you've made your choice, you start to gain this strange unconscious urge to act out as the costume you're wearing. And soon enough your mind is absent, instead fully entranced to play the role as long as the mask stays on. Though not all hope is lost — if you have enough willpower you can break its spell. Having a friend pull it off is a viable option as well, but it won't be easy with how firmly it's stuck to you.
Like any town fair, there's no shortage of finding entertainment while you're here. After all, the spooky season isn't only just for scares. Sometimes a little laughter and enjoyment goes a long way. If you're feeling competitive, how about you try your hand at Apple Bobbing, or the Pie-Eating Contest if you have a big enough appetite to do it. The Halloween-flavored Ring Toss game is also a good one, where you toss rings around some witch hat shaped pegs instead. Or how about some Haunted BoOoOoOwling!! and find out if you can strike all ten ghostly pins in one go. Winning in any of these games will reward you with an assortment of prizes (plush toys, novelty items, a huge pumpkin, etc.), so it's definitely worth playing them!
But if you prefer something more chill, then show your creativity and carve a funny face onto a pumpkin of your choice over at the Pumpkin Carving corner. Your creation will be featured alongside many others like an art piece in an exhibit. You'll also be rewarded if your pumpkin is the most presentable of the bunch, so you don't get to leave empty-handed.
A couple of rides are built for the Halloween Fair as well. The Drop Tower is a favorite amongst fair-goers looking for thrills, Or the simpler Ferris Wheel if you'd like to view the whole fairground and the cornfields surrounding it from above. They even have a huge Inflatable Bouncy Haunted Mansion for everyone to hop into and embrace their inner child. Yes, it even comes with a ballpit!
There's likely more that hasn't been mentioned — as there are other horror-themed games and rides you can try. So at least nothing will keep you bored while being here.
If you aren't up for gaming excitement, or you just happen to have more to spare in your wallet, then there's plenty of shops to check out in the Fairground Market.
Much of them sell local produce from this town and neighboring communities — apples, pears, carrots, corn, the like. And each of them come with their own unique varieties too. But you can also grab a cup of Bewitching Pumpkin Spice Latte or a slice of Monstrous Pumpkin Pie, or even some Scarily Spicy Pumpkin Glazed Donuts if you're feeling peckish. Of course, if you're not the biggest gourd gourmet, there's always the usual savory fairground treats like corndogs and burgers you can find along the way. Food carts are pretty much scattered everywhere, so you are spoiled for choice.
Food isn't the only thing the fair has to offer. There's an assortment of trinkets and oddities on sale if you look around, it's not too dissimilar to that of a flea market. There's a tent selling secondhand clothing of the retro and modern kind, while another showcases curios from around the world if you fancy spotting some forgotten family treasure or a cursed relic from a distant past. You'll even find a stall featuring spellbooks and occult paraphernalia that would spark curiosity. There is just about everything here you can find in the market area. Why not buy a rare novelty or two to take home with as something to remember by?
It might not sound like the most thrilling attraction in the fair, but getting lost in a corn maze can be quite harrowing especially for the directionally-challenged out there. At every side all you'll find is towering cornstalks that spread as far as your eye could see. Corn here, corn there, corn everywhere. You'd soon realize how hard it is to discern which way to go when the maze is surrounded by... well, maize. Luckily there are a few distinguishing markers that will help you on your way such as a jack-o'lantern or a scarecrow, just as long as you keep your feet on the trail that's laid out for you to traverse.
While normally it's best played during the day, no one is stopping you from going through the maze at the darkest hours of the night however. Unless you have a flashlight with you, it isn't the most ideal way to do it. But whether you were dared to or just felt like it, the pathways still remain open for you to explore.
"Be careful." the owner eyes over you, "Strange things lurk in the night y'know."
According to the owner, apparently there's a local legend about creatures that skulk in the fields at night, preying at the undiscerning and appear to them in the form of their worst fears imaginable. You may get a sense that the old farmer is just trying to persuade you to think it over and visit the maze while the sun is back up, however the choice to pursue this challenge is ultimately left up to you.
Maybe you're the type who just wanted to get away from all of that cheer, and decided to make your hauntings around somewhere quiet, and perhaps a little bit somber. The town's cemetery is a little ways off from the fairgrounds, but it's worth visiting if you're not in the mood to partake in the festivities. Surely you'll find yourself at peace just like those who lay six feet under your feet.
However the dead think otherwise.
Much to your surprise (or not), there is in fact a morbidly grand party being held here of all places. Apparitions of lives once lived are seen dancing, communing, rough-housing, having a ball of a time. Some of them are playing music, using their precious strings and brass they carried with them to the afterlife. It's like death never bothered them. Or perhaps the unbridled joy of having to be on this plane of existence again is just a distraction from that. Who's to say? What is certain is that they seem unbothered by your presence. In fact, one of them even welcomes and persuades you to join in the fun.
It's not too crowded though, some take to floating above instead to leave more space for others. Many of them are former townsfolk who knew each other from long ago. Old friends, distant relatives, long lost rivals, all reunite in the spirit of the season. There's no buffet table around if you're looking for something to snack on, but there had been some weeks-old food lying on graves that only the spirits could enjoy. A few would be willing to share, but there's no guarantee they would be edible.
And then something catches your eye — a certain someone you know who shouldn't be around, or alive at all. Maybe that frightens you, whether they be friend or foe, to see them among the lively dead. And to what reason they have for being here, you'll just have to be brave and ask.
If the fair itself is too much for you and prefer something that's a tad simpler, then there's always the old classic Halloween tradition of putting on a fun costume, knocking on strangers' doors, and hope for some sugary delights to fall in your hands as a reward. And if they don't hand the sweets over... Well that's where the "Trick" comes in, doesn't it?
Although don't expect everyone offering candy as you stand on their doorstep. Some neighbors would rather treat visitors with granola bars, bags of chips, jars of play-doh, toys, or even packs of Pokémon cards instead. Maybe a kindly old woman offers you some freshly-baked muffins or chocolate chip cookies just for stopping by. If it's not to your liking, you better take your complaints to them. Though they'll probably slam their doors in your face as a result.
Then again, you don't always have to follow tradition to a T. You could loiter around in the streets, watch the Halloween parade and marvel at everyone's costumes, or gaze at whatever stars you can make out in the inky darkness above you. Maybe you can disregard the "Treat" part entirely and jump into the "Trick" at full-force — pulling pranks like a livestreamer causing mayhem around the neighborhood. You might get arrested for that, but it's worth it if you're in it for the thrill of it all, or just enjoy being a complete jackass during this night of all frights.
If you're not feeling any of these prompts, or have some other ideas in mind, then go wild!
You can mix and match scenarios or come up with your own. Swap roles where you play the villain and your partner would be the hero or the other way around. You can even expand the setting with new locations, or AU it up and rebuild it into your own version of the setting if you'd like. There's no limits to what your imagination can create. It's free real estate here, and the world is your oyster!
Luke fon Fabre | Tales of the Abyss
But the fact of the matter now is that, like any curious teenager, he intends to mess about and see. With no guards, no servants, no parents keeping him at bay, Luke embraces the chance of freedom he's given and starts exploring the fairgrounds. He's got a good feeling about this place and he hopes it'll keep him amused for a while!]
1.) 🎭 Becoming The Mask
2.) 🍭 Trick or Treat!
3.) 🌽 Lost in the Maize
4.) WILDCARD
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Becoming the Mask
He was so embarrassing by his own antics while not being himself from a while ago that he really wants to sink away and hide in the shadows, hoping that nobody could ask why he tried to chase them around with a rope whip prop and a toy gun moments ago. As the young man continues to hide from the crowds, he nearly runs into ninja!Luke like a deer in the headlights.)
Whoa, whoa, whoa! WHOA!
(He barely did what he could to stop his own walking by stepping aside and tries to apologize the masked ninja rather profusely as much as he humanely could.)
Oh, I am so sorry! I didn’t seem to pay attention to where I was walking and I was pre-occupied with my own thoughts to see my surroundings more carefully. I am so sorry, Mr. Ninja.
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Haha, don't worry about it. Just be careful next time!
[And he pats Harry on the shoulder. Fortunately for the young wizard that this ninja is quick to forgive and forget. And perhaps even more fortunate(?), Luke has something to ask of him.]
Say, have you seen any demons around here?
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(Harry did took a while to process the mention of demons. He hasn’t found any real demons that Ninja!Luke has mentioned, but he has seen some folks dressed as demons in the fair so far. Though many are just normal people going about their day, he did saw a mean group of bullies in demon costumes harassing a group of innocent children a while ago while he was trying to hide.
Granted, Hogwarts never have a class involving angels and demons from what he can remember but maybe trying to find mean individuals dressed up as one could be helpful for the colorful ninja.)
Hm… Demons, you say? Well, I was able to spot a group of them trying to pick on a group of kids earlier. I could try to help you in finding them if you want me to.
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[Don't most ninjas hide their identity? Well, not this one. And now finding out Harry's got a lead on where the remaining gets him very giddy.]
Sweet! Lead the way, then!
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As for their whereabouts, I have seen them near the games area where the kids were trying to play some games before the demons showed up and started picking on them. It’s right over there.
(Harry points at the directions of the fair games section and proceeds to lead the way, hoping that the costumed bullies will face some major repercussions.
Thankfully while he was still under the archeologist phase, he hasn’t gotten ridden of both the prop whip and toy gun and also his trusty wand so he can back Luke up at any moment.)
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Picking on little kids? Damn that's low. [Tsk tsk, he shakes his head.] Well, we better show those freaks to pick someone their own size.
[Once he's taken to where the bullies are, Luke is the first to call them off as he firmly places both hands on his hips like some flashy superhero.]
Hey, you! Knock it off! What's your problem with that kid anyway?
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(Harry rolls his eyes in dismay as he hears those words coming from the lead bully. The bullies as demons are clearly not behaving themselves in public and he could see the little children crying in fear, the look of sadness making him very upset for what had happened to the poor kids.
The nasty comments about his Indy Jones costume are the least of his problems compared to seeing little kids crying from mean bullies’ words and actions.)
Excuse me, demons. Those kids were at the line and the booth first. Even if they are not well coordinated compared to the other people here, they should still have fun playing the game too.
You shouldn’t try to bully others out of the way just so you can go ahead of the line and win prizes. If you don’t leave them alone or find another game to play, I and my friend here will have to take you somewhere else.
Trick or Treat
Yeah, that'll just get you thrown out.
[Unless the person is used to dealing with attitude-prone teens.]
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[And he shifts his gaze to the owner of the house — an elderly gaunt-faced man — standing by the door, looking at the person expectantly...]
Come on gramps, I haven't got all night. Do you have candy or not?
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Hey!!
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Told ya.
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Don't laugh at me!
[He crosses his arms and lets out a loud huff like a child.]
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[He sounds bored. He doesn’t care that much, except that he doesn’t want to be on hand to witness more such incidents.]
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[Because Luke fon Fabre doesn't take orders from anyone!!!!]
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[He pushes away from the tree.]
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Hey, where are you going?
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Lost in the Maize
He's starting to regret it, though. This brats complaints are endless!]
Quit complaining! You're the one that wanted to go in! Shut up and have fun with the "corn maze experience"!
[Dammit, where's a quiet corner where he can drain this vapid idiot's blood in peace?!]
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How am I supposed to have fun when we're just walking around in circles!? I'm getting sick of seeing all this corn everywhere!
[GRUMBLE GRUMBLE the young noble is quickly losing more of his patience.]
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It's a corn maze!! Of course there's corn!! What'd you expect walking into a corn maze, a ball pit??!
[How is he supposed to find a quiet abandoned corner if he can't even hear himself think over this spoiled brat's complaints?!]
Just... Just shut up for a moment, I'm trying to hear something!!
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Nagiri, you're way louder than Luke...]no subject
[A very convincing arguement. He does however keep quiet like Nagiri tells him...
...But only for a brief moment as he raises a brow at him.]
Huh? What's there to hear?
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[Blessed moment of silence. Nagiri listens for noises, checking if anyone is nearby...
...and what they hear is the noise of people loudly making out on the other side of the corn wall they're next to. Very determined to make out despite all the shouting, clearly!]
Gah! [Nagiri makes a disgusted noise, backing away from that wall quickly.] Seriously?!
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he's not trained enough anyway, but a reaction like that only draws Luke's curiosity.]What's up? Is there something behind the corn?
[Without a second thought, Luke makes his move as he starts pushing stalks and walk through the corn wall. Surely nothing weird's going on back there, right?]
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Nothing! Trust me, you don't wanna see what's back there!
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Hey! Hands off me!
[And that's followed by him pulling himself away from his hold, then swatting the vampire's hand away. Though curious about whatever it is behind those stalks, Luke surprisingly gives in and doesn't pursue. However he is looking at Nagiri with his arms crossed, acting like a child not getting what he wants.]
Fine, whatever. We're just wasting time here anyway.
[Isn't that your fault Luke--]
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