Category:Bericsaba Market

On the first weekend of Olaesta, the harbor market of Ornath, closed for much of the year, throws open its gates for a highly anticipated annual event. Farmers, poulterers, shepherds, and artisans from across the island descend upon the bustling square, eager to hawk their wares, test their skills, and stake their claim in the island's most prestigious culinary and craft competitions. For one weekend, the market is a whirlwind of voices calling out their goods, the scent of grilled fish and sweet preserves thick in the air, and the clatter of craftsmen setting up displays of finely woven textiles, carved driftwood trinkets, and freshly fired pottery.

While trade thrives, it is the competitions that draw the largest crowds, each category a test of skill and island tradition. Culinary rivalries play out over the best island preserves, where jams, marmalades, and chutneys are judged not just on flavor but on their richness, balance, and longevity. Fish dishes range from simple grilled fare with crisp citrus glazes to elaborate spiced roasts, each entry an attempt to prove its maker knows the sea best. Breadmakers, too, bring their finest, whether soft, pillowy loaves or dense, nutty rounds meant to last through long journeys. The cucumber dip contest is perhaps the most cutthroat of all; what began as a humble side dish has become a matter of pride, with families guarding their ingredient blends as closely as a jeweler guards gemstones. Even shepherds take part in the fray, presenting their finest cheeses and strongest poultry stock, with judges weighing the plumpness of partridges and rock pigeons and the depth of flavor in each sample.

Though prestige is the greatest prize, the market is just as much a place of mischief and gossip. Rivals keep a sharp eye on one another, some going so far as to send spies to hover near cooking stalls, listening for whispered recipes or watching for the subtle addition of a hidden ingredient. It is not uncommon for a particularly good preserve or an especially inventive dish to mysteriously reappear in another vendor's hands the following year, leading to playful accusations - or the occasional grudge that lasts well beyond the festival. By sunset on the final day, champions are crowned, bets are settled, and old rivalries either find resolution or new fuel. As the market shutters its doors once more, the island hums with the afterglow of competition, each participant already planning for the next year’s battle.

Run Dates

Current

The 2025 Bericsaba Market runs Friday, April 4th, 2025 at 9pm - Midnight, Sunday, April 6th, 2025 and takes place in Sleeping Drake Harbor on the Isle of Ornath. It is hosted by the Order of Lumnasi Viragos.

For announcements and saved posts, see the 2025 saved posts.

Previous

Activities

Current Event Schedule

Event	Date	Time	Location	Description
Tour of Sleeping Drake Harbor	4/4/2025	7:00 (19:00) PM EDT	[Sleeping Drake Harbor, Docks] (7142101)	Enjoy a tour of the Sleeping Drake Harbor from a local of the Ornath Tourism Council. Look for Efenorille.
Opening Ceremonies	4/4/2025	9:00 (21:00) PM EDT	[Sleeping Drake Harbor, Garden] (7142104)	Opening Ceremonies for the Bericsaba Market.
Voting Booths Open for the listed contests	4/4/2025	9:00 (21:00) PM EDT	Throughout Bericsaba Market	Voting booths open for the following contests: Forged in Fire: A Glassblower's Challenge The Perfect Slice: A Battle of Crust and Filling The Briny Bite: A Feast from the Deep Whisked Away: A Pastry Perfection Contest Essence of Victory: A Fragrant Showdown The Rise and Fall: A Leavening Agent The Daily Scoop: Dipping into Fun The contests will be arranged in voting tents throughout the market. For the food contests, a single plate with 2-bite samples of each entry will be placed on a table. For the perfume contest, a single dose of perfume will be placed for each entry. For the glassblowing contest, a representation of each piece will be on display.
Tour of Sleeping Drake Harbor	4/5/2025	9:00 AM EDT	[Sleeping Drake Harbor, Docks] (7142101)	Enjoy a tour of the Sleeping Drake Harbor from a local of the Ornath Tourism Council. Look for Efenorille.
Contest The Illistimi Culinary Arts Academy Presents: Our Special-tea	4/5/2025	10:00 AM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends will be given a BLIND FLIGHT to sample all entries. Voting will take place after a brief discussion of each entry. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest Frozen Assets: A Chilling Competition	4/5/2025	12:00 PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends (and is not an entrant) will aid the judges in voting as (TBA) presents Mist Habor's submissions and Effenorille presents the Ornathian offerings. Samples will be shared with everyone present. Participants in the contest are encouraged to attend. Offerings will be judged on Originality, Taste, and use of Theme. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest The Spirited Affair: A Battle of Distilled Delights	4/5/2025	2:00 (14:00) PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends will be given a BLIND FLIGHT to sample all entries. Voting will take place after a brief discussion of each entry. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest It's Bee-Lightful: Sweet Like Honey	4/5/2025	4:00 (16:00) PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends (and is not an entrant) will aid the judges in voting as Frilpyck presents Ta'Vaalor's submissions and Effenorille presents the Ornathian offerings. Samples will be shared with everyone present. Participants in the contest are encouraged to attend. Offerings will be judged on Originality, Taste, and use of Theme. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest The Decadent Sip: Making Pour Decisions	4/5/2025	10:00 (22:00) PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends will be given a BLIND FLIGHT to sample all entries. Voting will take place after a brief discussion of each entry. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest The Pitched Pickle: A Battle for the Ages	4/6/2025	12:00 PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends (and is not an entrant) will aid the judges in voting as Astridel Moomph presents River's Rest's submissions and Effenorille presents the Ornathian offerings. Samples will be shared with everyone present. Participants in the contest are encouraged to attend. Offerings will be judged on Originality, Taste, and use of Theme. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Voting Booths Close for the listed contests	4/6/2025	12:00:00 PM EDT	Throughout Bericsaba Market	Voting booths close for the following contests: Forged in Fire: A Glassblower's Challenge The Perfect Slice: A Battle of Crust and Filling The Briny Bite: A Feast from the Deep Whisked Away: A Pastry Perfection Contest Essence of Victory: A Fragrant Showdown The Rise and Fall: A Leavening Agent The Daily Scoop: Dipping into Fun Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Contest The Crowning Foam: Brewed to Perfection	4/6/2025	1:00 (13:00) PM EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142512)	Everyone who attends will be given a BLIND FLIGHT to sample all entries. Voting will take place after a brief discussion of each entry. Results will be shared during the Closing Ceremonies on 4/6/2025 at 3 (15:00) PM EDT.
Closing Ceremonies	4/6/2025	3pm EDT	[Bericsaba Market, Courtyard] (7142520)	As the festival winds down, come see the winners of this year's contests.
Tour of Sleeping Drake Harbor	4/6/2025	TBA	[Sleeping Drake Harbor, Docks] (7142101)	Enjoy a tour of the Sleeping Drake Harbor from a local of the Ornath Tourism Council. Look for Efenorille.

Contest Information

Beginning Charlatos the 4th, town administrators and representatives started to announce invitations from Ornath to take part in the Bericsaba Market contests. These were shared with adventurers:

• 03/04/2025 - Solhaven Mercantyler Guild Invitation
• 03/04/2025 - Cysaegir Merchantile Guild Invitation
• 03/05/2025 - Kraken's Fall Invitation
• 03/05/2025 - Teras Isle Invitation
• 03/06/2025 - Ta'Vaalor's Invitation
• 03/06/2025 - Wehnimer's Landing Invitation
• 03/07/2025 - Zul Logoth Invitation
• 03/07/2025 - Icemule Trace and Glaeve Invitation
• 03/08/2025 - Mist Harbor Invitation
• 03/08/2025 - Global Invitation 1
• 03/08/2025 - Global Invitation 2
• 03/09/2025 - Ta'Illistim's Invitation
• 03/09/2025 - River's Rest Invitation

How to Take Part in the Contests

Please fill out one of the below forms by March 21st, 2025 at midnight EDT. Here are the rules to the contest:

• Each account may enter one global contest and one citizenship contest only.
• Global Contests have no citizenship requirements.
• Town Contests require you to be a citizen for 90 days by submission date.

Please fill out one of the below forms to take part in the contest:

• Citizenship-based Culinary Contests
• Global Crafters Contest

Once the entries are received, they will be shared with staff for a blind voting. The five top winners in each contest will have their items submitted to the Bericsaba Market to compete against Ornathian items.

The following contests will be live:

• The Pitched Pickle: A Battle for the Ages
• The Illistimi Culinary Arts Academy Presents: Our Special-tea
• The Spirited Affair: A Battle of Distilled Delights
• Frozen Assets: A Chilling Competition
• The Daily Scoop: Dipping into Fun
• The Crowning Foam: Brewed to Perfection
• The Decadent Sip: Making Pour Decisions

The following contests will be handled via Voting Booths:

• The Rise And Fall: A Leavening Agent
• Essence of Victory: A Fragrant Showdown
• Whisked Away: A Pastry Perfection Contest
• It's Bee-Lightful: Sweet Like Honey
• The Briny Bite: A Feast from the Deep
• The Perfect Slice: A Battle of Crust and Filling
• Forged in Fire: A Glassblower's Challenge

Current Raffle Schedule

Gentle reminder, all raffles will require you to be logged into the game.

Date	Time	Location	Description

Full Shop Listings by Run

• 2025 shop listing - Current shop listing

See Also

• Ornathian Holidays