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2024-01-20 - Wehnimer's Landing - OOC Meeting (log)

2026-05-16T11:48:40Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

Hosted by GM Kenstrom

== Recap of 2023 ==

== Goal List for 2024 ==

== Player Comment, Questions, and/or Concerns ==

== Log ==
Held on 1/19/2024

Hosted by GM Kenstrom

Kenstrom says, "Testing testing 1 2 3."

Kenstrom says, "Perfect."

Kenstrom says, "Alright, I'll go over some "ideas" I have slated for 2024. Subject to change for a variety of reasons, but, a framework."

Kenstrom says, "Then we'll dive into questions."

Kenstrom says, "Be civil, kind, and xoxo."

Kenstrom says, "So fa for Q1, I've updated some of the bazaar shops tha needed fixed, rolled out 2 town council offices, the krolvin refugee settlement, and coming in the next few weeks will be the Regional Envoy shops for Thrassus and Tikba."

Kenstrom says, "And a new envoy area in moot hall."

Tikba says, "Please don't sell me in a shop."

Kenstrom says, "The Albatross is also now permanently open in the Landing."

Kenstrom says, "So, get you game on."

Kenstrom says, "There's also 2 new Landing shops coming in the next few weeks, details will be revealed later."

Kenstrom says, "I'm working on finally making a new Mayor's office, which I hadn't made since PC Mayors. But figured I finally need one for my NPCs."

Kenstrom says, "In the spring I'm hoping to announce a player contest (details coming, so many secrets), and a regular schedule for Landing Citizenship Raffles."

Kenstrom says, "I'm also working on some script ideas for new town defense systems, primarily for invasions and to help all level ranges, and also a Locksmehr River travel system for the region."

Kenstrom says, "Initial design stages on both, so don't expect much details yet."

Kenstrom says, "I also want to overhall the Festival of Frost grounds and games and bring it back this holiday season."

Kenstrom says, "And I've got two new lore documents in the work, Blood and Sun, which will focus on blood magic, its various origins, uses, history, impact, etc but with more of a focus on the western side of the world, and also an imperial holiday and festival document."

Kenstrom says, "We'll also be wrapping up North by Northwest in Feb/March-ish, and then I'm working on a storyline idea closer to end of the year but can't reveal much yet."

Kenstrom says, "Gotta keep some mystery or you'll break up with me."

Kenstrom snickers.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Now then!"

Kenstrom indicates a jumbo list as a possible option.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Join the list if you want to ask a question!"

Kenstrom exclaims, "Lylia!"

Speaking to Kenstrom, Lylia accuses, "You stole all my thunder when you talked about town improvements; that's exactly what I was going to ask about."

Lylia grins.

Lylia says, "So instead, I'll ask about whether we can hope to see more integration with other towns a la Nations on the Brink and other world story events."

Lylia adds, "And to return to those town improvements for a minute: if possible or feasible, could we help build some stuff? Contribute to festival design? Offer suggestions for the town? Like a statue, maybe...?"

Lylia says, "The boutique is very 5121."

Speaking to Lylia, you ask, "A bleakstone statue?"

Kenstrom asks, "A..bleakstone statue?"

You giggle at Kenstrom.

Lylia says, "We already have a perfectly good statue. Yes. It just needs to be installed in the right spot."

Kenstrom asks, "Can you elaborate more on your idea of integration with other towns?"

Lylia says, "Sure! I know there are story things planned for the next year that will be more world-changing, though of course we don't know what it'll look like until it unfolds."

Lylia asks, "But going back to NotB, the Landing was kind of on the periphery a little, which is understandable -- off on the frontier and all -- but wondering if we would have a nice-sized slice of that sweet sweet intrigue action?"

Kenstrom says, "I fully expect town overlap with storylines and developments, with still a healthy focus on local aspects too."

Lylia exclaims, "Sounds good!"

Lylia says, "And if you want some work on the boutique, I know some people..."

Kenstrom says, "Yes, I would like to run some contests, design ideas, etc to help expand on some things in town, new and revised."

Lylia exclaims, "Thanks -- I look forward to this!"

Kenstrom exclaims, "Irval!"

Irval asks, "Hey, Was hoping to get your thoughts on the potentional for a new hunting area , exactly like you did with the Reivers and the ember vale, but a permanent fixture. Possible ideas Ive heard mentioned would be cool, Obelisk under Darkstone bay, Or a new wing or area to darkstone. I for one would like there to be that choice of a capped level area for landing. Anyways, your thoughts?"

Kenstrom says, "There is capped hunting in Wehnimer's Landing. You're just the ones being hunted."

Irval pokes Kenstrom in the ribs.

Kenstrom says, "I've been wanting capped hunting in the Landing for a very, very long time, and have several ideas. I wish I could say more one way or the other, but I would love it just as much as you. Wish I could say more."

Irval says, "Tease."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Vaemyr!"

Vaemyr says, "Well I was gonna ask about invasion stuff but you mentioned that... so."

Vaemyr asks, "Are we ever gonna get like storyline improvements to the town like stone walls and such?"

Kenstrom says, "That's tough, for a few reasons."

Kenstrom says, "I've gone back and forth on town "growth".

Kenstrom says, "And not in the sense of new shops but like..."

Kenstrom says, "Stone walls, things like that."

Kenstrom says, "Does it make the town lose its frontier charm and appearance? Is it a huge undertaking to update a crap ton of room descriptions..."

Kenstrom says, "Will people complain and be all like #teampalisade #teamstonebutnotgrishomstone."

Kenstrom says, "Yah, suspension of belief with the imperial encampment walls. Perigourd built those in like 2 hours."

Kenstrom snickers.

Vaemyr says, "Yeah it just feels tough sometimes, with storylines seemingly that should push us to upgrade some things, like how many appocalyptic events we gotta have till we go all fortress city haha."

Kenstrom says, "But I am contemplating some upgrades to the town, that support the natural progression of stories, of time, of progress, but still respects the spirit of the town."

Vaemyr says, "Not that I'd like things to go that far, but it'd be nice to see some type of progess stuff."

Kenstrom asks, "Ta'Landing?"

Kenstrom peers quizzically at Vaemyr.

Kenstrom snickers.

Kenstrom says, "Part of my town defense ideas include workable gates."

Kenstrom says, "And like, log traps or log placement to close off streets to invaders, etc."

Kenstrom says, "And more for lower levels to do."

Kenstrom says, "I'm also having the ballista system and pylons revisited."

Kenstrom says, "I did for awhile, but then crazy people would fire on players during non invasions."

Kenstrom says, "It'd also be a nice thought if town militia can do certain things."

Kenstrom says, "Like, unlocking ballista."

Kenstrom says, "After NxNW, I'm going to take a storyline break to really focus on some expansion and facelift stuff."

Kenstrom says, "When I'm in full storyline mode, it's hard to do some of those things."

Kenstrom says, "Well, there will still be RP and NPC stuff I do."

Kenstrom says, "I just mean, no bookend storyline."

Kenstrom says, "Until closer to end of 2024."

Kenstrom says, "Like, for example, after 14 months of Cross into Shadows, I didn't do a "beginning to end" storyline for like a year. But I did lots of NPC stuff, small town plot stuff, etc during that time."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Stormyrain!"

Stormyrain asks, "Speaking of..storyline progression and Grishom Stone. Is there still a plan to finish his story in the --near future?"

Kenstrom says, "Grishom died off stage. The end."

Kenstrom snickers.

Kenstrom says, "Yes, Threads of Heaven is still planned and being plotted."

Kenstrom says, "I'm still so damn tired."

Kenstrom says, "How do you all stay up so late..."

Kenstrom snickers.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Kiyna!"

You say, "I'm aware this is something you're working on, but inquiring Rooks want to know! Do you have any timeframe in mind for the Parliament? I assume that's post-NxNW stuff. It is kind of a relatively minor event in comparison to current events, haha. Just thought I'd fish for an update."

Kenstrom says, "Yes, I'm working on some Parliament of Rooks things, it has been slower simply because yeah, Rooks were a heavy focus in Chap 2, not so much in Chap 3. More like a cooling period. I would expect a trickle perhaps, but really more post-NxNW."

You ask, "Makes sense to me. Also, when can I get me one of Underhill's human-size mecha for halflings?"

Kenstrom says, "There will be several post-NXNW I'll be working on."

Kenstrom starts chuckling at you!

Kenstrom exclaims, "Faiyth!"

Speaking to Kenstrom, Faiyth asks, "Super exciting what you have in store for the town improvements. Lylia asked the majority of my question about wheather there would be an improvements or revamps for the existing shops/stores. How about any additions of alteration sweatshop type areas like are being released elsewhere?"

Kenstrom says, "Oh yes."

Kenstrom asks, "The ones that like, emblazon stuff, carve patterns, etc?"

Kenstrom says, "That's one of the shops coming to the bazaar. I just wasn't sure if the other shops were open yet in other towns. So I didn't want to give anything away."

Kenstrom says, "But yes, Whittle and Weave is coming soon."

Faiyth applauds Kenstrom.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Tikba!"

Tikba says, "Uh I am sad that NxNW is wrapping up so soon, but looking forward to whatever comes next."

Kenstrom says, "I mean, let's just be honest..."

Kenstrom says, "NxNW was originally billed as 3 months."

Kenstrom asks, "We're what...14 months in now?"

Kenstrom chuckles.

Kenstrom says, "I've got a rough idea for when it'll end-ish, but subject to change."

Kenstrom says, "I also want to coordinate it properly around Duskruin, and Disneyland."

Tikba asks, "Since Vaemyr took my stone walls question I will just say it is super helpful for my life planning when you let us know in advance when KST is coming and is there any way we could get more of that?"

Kenstrom says, "To be clear, I'm going to Disneyland in March. Gemstone is not getting Disneyland."

Kenstrom laughs!

Kenstrom asks, "Wavedancer converted into a Disney cruise?"

Kenstrom exclaims, "Someone tell Wyrom!"

Kenstrom says, "Yes, I would love some more...advance KST. I will try to get it more stabilized."

Kenstrom says, "My work is keeping me very very busy, I haven't even had the drive to write in two months. So sometimes that makes me super exhausted at night, but yes, I want some more...stability night wise."

Tikba nods appreciatively at Kenstrom.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Donteric!"

Donteric says, "To push on a notion raised earlier: IF Darkstone is to become more than a camp, at some point, would be neat and potentially fun story development for that to come with, possibly trigger some new hunting grounds being developed or discovered in or surrounding the castle. Just a thought- and it would certainly flow with the idea of the region becoming a bit more complicated."

Kenstrom says, "To be continued Sir Donteric."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Khirem!"

Khirem quietly says, "Ana thoughts o a path ta my homeland, Kilnarij? other races have stationary homes. that is the closest the giantkin have."

Kenstrom says, "That's more of a giantman race question."

Kenstrom says, "I'm Landing, humans, and your deeds."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Lylia2!"

Lylia asks, "Thought of another one! Any possibility of rethinking Frontier Days or something like it? Maybe a regional festival that incorporates Krolvin, Vaaloran, and Imperial wares as we have all three of those with interests near the Landing?"

Kenstrom says, "Yes."

Lylia turns to Kenstrom and cheers!

Kenstrom says, "I have been debating another Landing festival. It wouldn't be annual."

Lylia says, "Good! I really loved it and have missed it. Delighted to hear there's something in the works. Doesn't have to be annual to be amazing."

Kenstrom says, "I think my original idea was...I can't even remember the name."

Kenstrom says, "Witch something. Like, a celebration of defeating Raznel."

Kenstrom says, "Eh, works is a stretch. Tossing around some ideas for now."

Kenstrom says, "But short answer yes I'm open to it and have been toying with some ideas."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Geijon!"

Geijon mentions, "Kenstrom Can I get you on record that you have tested non-OHE 8x weapons such as Stonebreaker, my maul and coraesine weapons or similar powerful weaponry will hit Vathors? I'd like to not flip tables when I can't hit them in a death sentance situation."

Kenstrom says, "Um..."

Kenstrom says, "Take out your weapons."

<Everyone takes out their weapons expecting Kenstrom to drop vathors on our heads>

Kenstrom says, "Geijon."

Kenstrom says, "Not everyone."

Kenstrom laughs!

Kenstrom says, "I copied your maul. I'll test it later."

Geijon renders a salute with his rune-scribed maul.

Kenstrom exclaims, "Gutstorm!"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "What is Gutstorm's DEED counter at on your kill sheet you keep next to your PC?"

Kenstrom says, "0."

Kenstrom says, "I reset every night. Keep it fresh."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Tayler!"

Tayler says, "Errr actually my question probably isn't right for this particular forum."

Kenstrom says, "Try me."

Tayler says, "Well, you're bloodtooth bracer man, and I would very much like a script addon version of that at some point."

Kenstrom asks, "Like add the script to other wrist things?"

Kenstrom says, "I'll have to look into that. Not sure what the rules are when it comes to that, etc."

Kenstrom says, "I'm also trying to contemplate a new bloodbender item too."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Irval!"

Irval asks, "Oh , Ok so, your invasion creatures have a boat load of hp and uncrittable. Anychance we can make them critable while keeping the HP?"

Kenstrom says, "Sure. Not all of them are uncrittable. But some are, yes. But I'll try to find a balance."

Kenstrom says, "Might even make them all magic resistant for Lylia."

Kenstrom says, "Her favorite."

Lylia swears at Kenstrom, hissing a filth-laden denunciation in icily precise Faendryl, each syllable sharp with menace.

Kenstrom exclaims, "The list is empty!"

Lylia says, "Thank you for the meeting, Kenstrom! I'm excited to see what comes down the pike next."

Kenstrom exclaims, "Me too!"

Kenstrom says, "And...most importantly..."

Vaemyr asks, "Buy deeds?"

Kenstrom says, "Thanks to you all. I love playing with you, it's fun, and keeps things exciting and I love seeing it evolve even for me."

Kenstrom says, "And yeah of course, buy deeds."

Suddenly Kenstrom looms high above you, striking terror into your very soul!

Kenstrom exclaims, "Goodnight everyone! Thanks for coming!"
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Announcement: 10 Additional Gloumerrick Books Converted

2026-05-09T18:42:22Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=General |subject=Announcement: 10 Additional Gloumerrick Books Converted |author=GS4-THANDIWE |date=2026-05-09 |changelog=2026 }} The following Gloumerrick Volumes have been updated and converted: * My Love Is The Sea by Nofret Hrist * The Orphanage of Jantalar: Even in Darkness there is Hope by Atri Talieson * On the Balance of Life and Unlife, As Theorized by Nevrek Araknathalin Faendryl * Dismay, or Humor? by Morstanya Urywain * A Ranger'..."

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The following Gloumerrick Volumes have been updated and converted:
* My Love Is The Sea by Nofret Hrist
* The Orphanage of Jantalar: Even in Darkness there is Hope by Atri Talieson
* On the Balance of Life and Unlife, As Theorized by Nevrek Araknathalin Faendryl
* Dismay, or Humor? by Morstanya Urywain
* A Ranger's Guide to Wilderness Cooking by Delondil Wanderwolf
* Beware the Obelisk -- A Ta'Illistim Travel Tip by Askip
* Great Fishing Locales: A Guide to Tyramia Hollow and Solhaven Bay by Revalos Lykanderon
* The Four Tenets of Brother Calendrael by Railien Ta'Illoshien Blightstruck
* Iconic Divination: Volume One by Avidleigh Tir-na
* Mularosian Cadence by Naamit D. Monica

To update your book, ANALYZE it. If you have altered your book in any fashion since its release, then analyzing will not work. You will get a message once you analyze it that instructs you to analyze it again to ensure no weirdness happens.

Once you've analyze your book, it will not work in the [[Book-inator]].
===tldr===
Additional book updates.

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-03T01:13:26Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Teasers */

==Rumor Woods 2026 Auction ==

=== Announcement ===

Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026.

On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings.

There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event.

'''OOC Note:''' This is not a Wyromania, shenanigans, or in any way Duskruin-esque. This is something different and will remain unique to Rumor Woods and Summit Academy. Please set your expectations appropriately.

==== Clarifications ====

Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following:

* 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Property Offerings (These are modifications or adjustments to new properties. There will not be a property offered this time around.)
* 4 Mount Combat Flourishes
* 3-4 Spell Craft-related Items
* 5-6 Misc. Items

: There will not be random prizes.
: There will not be a global rpa.
: There will not be games.

=== Teasers ===

====Mount Flourish====
: '''Shuddering Strike''' - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your nightmare steed to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 304 (Open d100: 79)]
Your nightmare steed slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a fiery-eyed nightmare steed surges forward into her charge, you pull your mithril lance into the cradle of your hip, bracing for the inevitable impact. The blow lands with jarring force into a cave troll, the shock of it shuddering up your arm to your shoulder.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Blow to back cracks several vertebrae.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You thrust with a mithril lance at a cave troll!
AS: +7 vs DS: +34 with AvD: +35 + d100 roll: +68 = +76
A clean miss.
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
: Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.

<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your black unicorn to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 294 (Open d100: 69)]
Your black unicorn slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a silver-horned raven-sheened black unicorn surges forward, you grip hard with your thighs and rise, lifting above the swell of his charge to loose a wooden arrow into the fray.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Slash to the cave troll's chest!
That heart's not broken, it's only scratched.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You fire a blue-fletched hunter green arrow at a cave troll!
AS: +21 vs DS: +22 with AvD: +25 + d100 roll: +6 = +30
A clean miss.
The arrow streaks off into the distance!
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
: Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your russet wastesdragon to charge a cave troll!
You time the press of your copper spurs into the side of your russet wastesdragon at the precise moment of his charge, bolstering his sudden burst of speed with your own precision and skill.
[SMR result: 271 (Open d100: 46, Bonus: 10)]
Your russet wastesdragon slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
You lash out with your leg, causing your copper spurs to slash a cave troll's body.
... 5 points of damage!
Weak slash to the cave troll's lower back!
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You have no weapon ready!
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
: Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount summoning device, this flourish will provide an additional MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day.

>mount escape<br>
A sudden flash of light surrounds the sanddle that is on your nightmare steed, letting you know that this will not be your last rescue today.<br>
You spur a fiery-eyed nightmare steed into a sudden gallop, and it carries you off to the southeast!

==== Fully Unlocked, Customized Of the Faith Burnoose ====
a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide,

This is a fully customized and unlocked Of the Faith cloak, max deep/light w. a desert-themed meditation unlock with 40% electric resistance.

>look burnoose - Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closure, molded by tight braiding into a scorpion.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Kneeling 1st person - Settling your weight more fully upon your knees, you gather the loose folds of your linen burnoose around you and still your breathing until it matches the slow, patient rhythm of open sands. Your fingers drift upward to trace the ebon sisal frogs at your throat, and you draw your thoughts inward as you think about the warmth held in the depths of the desert. These thoughts bring you comfort, allowing you to slip into a deep meditation.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Prone 1st person moving to knees - Rolling to your side, you press your palms to the ground and rise to your knees, pausing to let the layered linen of your burnoose fall around you in soft folds. You close your eyes and turn your face toward the open air. You turn your mind to memory, listening for the echo of the desert, the passage of wind, and find yourself grounded in those thoughts.

==== [[Shell armor|Shell Armor]] ====

Two new sets of shell armor are in the auction list this year, and it's the first time the makers of shell armor have turned their magic toward scorpion carapaces. After their success in working with sea urchins, they figured nature's skittering nightmares were an obvious next step.

'''INFO:''' Both sets are 8x with acid flares, heat and crush resistances, spiked, fully lightened, and have 10 CERs of crit. The brig is made of greatest starsong, and the double leathers are greater shadarl.

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine '''SHOW:''' Crafted from the carapace of a vecdrae scythir, this armor is expertly reinforced with darkened starsong. Serrated chelicerae have been affixed along the outer arms, hardened to provide extra defenses in close quarters. Faint green-black markings trail across the darkened exoskeleton, and a few glyph-like marks randomly glow when ambient light falls upon them.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon '''SHOW:''' The midnight black exoskeleton of a nightstalker scorpion has been intricately twined with supple strips of ebon shardarl, pulling it into a protective set of armor. Incarnadine striations glisten along the chitinous carapace, and a series of battle glyphs are painted along the left arm in glowing blue blood.
</pre>
==== Nerve Staff ====
Be the first to get your hands on the new auction-level tier of nerve staves! A greater surita version, along with a greatest starsong version, will be available.

INFO: T6, 8x, acuity flares, necro lore flare flourish. Option to have it given to you at full affinity for the buyer or their designee (but you must tell us the designee when we give it to you so we can set it then; we won't delay for that).

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
a night blue staff twined with iraitha woth flowers SHOW: Night blue starsong wraps itself about intertwined branches of wood to create a strengthened staff that glimmers with each brush of light. Violet-edged, deep blue woth flowers carved from pure iraitha twine the length of the staff, malachite torban leaves curling delicately about each tiny blossom, and a teardrop of ocean agita is caught in a filigreed starveil cage capping the staff.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
a twisted ocean surita runestaff strung with starveil-caged agita SHOW: Twin branches of ocean surita twist tightly together, forming an unbreakable bond. Tiny, helical cages of starveil twine themselves around the surita, each delicate container displaying teardrops of ocean agita, and a panoply of expertly carved runes wind down the weapon.
</pre>
'''Flare Example - 2 Misery Flares:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
You channel at an Illoke mystic.
Your night blue staff glows intensely with a verdant light!
CS: +318 - TD: +245 + CvA: +25 + d100: +93 == +191
Warding failed!
Target reels from brutal strike for 55 points of damage!
... 20 points of damage!
Major bones in the Illoke mystic's right leg crack loudly!
It is knocked to the ground!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow to right hand crushing it to pulp!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in pain as his heavy stone arm falls to the ground!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Cast Roundtime 3 Seconds.
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
'''AOE WAVE'''
<pre{{log2}}>
[Wehnimer's, Exterior] (9003)
You can hear the noisy bustle around the land gates to the west. Over the din, you can just barely hear the sound of the surf from the northeast. You also see an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic...

>wave staff
You tighten your grip on your night blue staff, sweeping it expertly in front of you. Violet-green sparks crackle along its length as you channel the full force of its power outward.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 20 points of damage!
Good blow to the abdomen!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow removes the Illoke mystic's left foot!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in agony as he teeters for a moment, then tumbles to the ground with a thundering crash!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.
</pre>

=== Item List ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Auction Item List
|-
! Item Base!!Item Description !! Notes
|-
| a twisted night blue staff || See above || Nerve Staff - T6, starsong (1d3), 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
| a jerboa-carved acacia cheese wheel || || Auction-quality Cheese Wheel
|-
| a brick red stable replica || || Private Property - Stable Addition - Winner will be provided with a stable that allows for two stalls for mounts of their choices, which will be outfitted with appropriate gear and items.
|-
|a morduska hide backpack
|
|Unlocked discreet container. Epic deepened to 250lb, 50% weight reduction. Player's choice of +20 Skill Bonus (200 charges): Edged, Blunt, Two-Handed, Ranged, Thrown, Polearm, Brawling, or Spell Aim
|-
|a scorched high steel sarissa enruned with demonic reliefs
|The scorched length of the weapon is marked with intricate runes that resemble burning embers and demonic visages in bas-relief. High steel is forged into a viciously sharp head ending in a barbed tip, extruded as a five-pointed star from the round metal. The dark metal of its facets fuse into edges of veil iron. Each face of the spearhead is deeply incised with the scarlet pentacle symbol of House Faendryl.
|High steel, 8x w. Demon Bane, +3 Dispel Flares, fire lore flares flourish, Holy Weapon
|-
|a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon
|see above
|Shell Armor - Shadarl, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, double leathers
|-
|a starveil pegasus trinket
|Crafted from pale blue starveil, the compact, winged horse is captured mid-flight, its outstretched feathers rendered in a dark midnight blue. Faceted sapphires sparkle in eye sockets amid delicately carved features framed by a wild mane, while tiny gilded horseshoes are attached to each hoof. The sculptural piece is attached to a long stick pin.
|Pin-worn starveil spirit servant jewelry piece with +1 Max Spirit and +2 Spirit Recovery; includes astral runestone with 100 charges.
|-
|a clockwerke starsong claidhmore
|
|8x, starsong, w. turn ability to change damage-type of the script-flare between slashing, piercing, or crushing, along with all the other features of a fully unlocked clockwereke weapon.
|-
|a gilt-edged dusky brown certificate
|
|Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount saddle, this flourish will provide an addition MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day. You must be mounted to gain this benefit
|-
|a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide
|Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closures, its scorpion shape rendered in tight braiding.
|Max Light/Deep, fully unlock Of-the-Faith Collecton w. custom Meditation themed to desert/wind, with 40% lightning resistence
|-
|a tiny copper jerboa charm
|
|Rechargeable Wand:
Heroism (215)
Phoen's Strength (606)
Empathic Focus (1109)
Dauntless (1606)
V'Tull's Fury (1718)
|-
|a leather-bound vellum opus
|
|Sometimes you just got to fit in. What's a cleric that can't raise? Or a wizard without a familiar? This opus contains spells that will let you fit right in with any of your spell casting friends - for a limited time. It contains spells not normally found on scrolls for each pure class: 318, 1109, 716, and 920. Each contains 10 charges but cannot have further charges added. Otherwise, it's Tier 5, with the RP verbs, and 5 uses of 1750 per day.
|-
|White alloy armament
|
|15x enchant, purified white alloy, perfectly forged, T5 sanctified with permanent Holy Fire flares, non-corporeal undead bane damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous), and normal damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous). Winner can pick weapon base.
|-
|a loose-draped sandy brown gown accented by maroon threading
|The aganjira of this dress has been left undyed, keeping its sandy brown color, shot through with hints of yellow from the chrysanthemum tinctures used in its production. Maroon threading creates a tessallating pattern throughout the dress, with no distinct design showing in any one specific spot. The dress is hemmed to ankle-length, so as to keep clear of most ground debris.
|Cloth Armor, Jerboa/Desert-themed Animalistic Spirit fully unlocked with Untamed Vitality set for Mana+Stamina, 6x, Fire-reactive flares, 5pts padding
|-
|a gilt-edged pristine certificate
|
|Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
|-
|a twisted ocean surita runestaff
|see above
|Nerve Staff - T6, greater surita, 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
|some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine
|see above
|Shell Armor - Starsong, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, Brigandine
|-
|a diminutive library landscape
|
|This is a delayed service to have a library added to your private property.
The library will be designed by GM Thandiwe based on your current building theme/structure.
This library will include a working fireplace, a bookcase w. 3 book-in-ator shelves, two armchairs, one desk, and windows w. a windowseat.
|-
|an iron finger-talon ring forged into a coiled vecdrae scythir stinger
|See above
|Sand and vecdrae scythir-themed illusion prop and spell prep. Completely obscuring illusion. Winner can choose to assign a single spell or a spell circle.
|-
|a tattered cloth-of-gold satchel
|Twining Zorchar Staff - Carved from pale blue zorchar, the staff is comprised of twin lengths of the metal forged around each other in a twining pattern. At the staff's head, two topaz stones carved as scorpions sit atop an onyx orb. Starting at the staff's bottom, a thin series of pale yellow runes runs its length, growing in size until they reach the top.
Satchel - Woven from cloth and laced throughout with pale strands of golden thread, the satchel otherwise displays extensive discoloration. The satchel's golden strands stand out from this notable damage, however, and maintain a bright luster. On one side of the container's surface, a series of golden topaz stones are inlaid in a pattern resembling a scorpion. Thick stitching is visible beneath these stones.
a silver-set golden topaz pin - Fashioned from a hollowed silver orb, the pin is inset with a single, golden topaz. Within the topaz, a tiny scorpion has been perserved.
|Relics of the Big Sting package
Staff - +50, fully unlocked animal staff, scorpion theme, purified zorchar, blessing lore flares
Pin - 5x/day mystic focus, +20 blessing lore bonus
|-
|a gilt-edged textured vellum certificate
|
|Shuddering Strike - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
|-
|a gilt-edged hunter green certificate
|
|Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.
|-
|a bisected room diorama
|Split down the middle, the diorama displays the same room on each side. The right side appears to be tidy, but drab, while the left appears to house a fresh coat of paint and new fixtures.
|This certificate is for the remodeling of an already built room in a private property. It will include remapping and moving as desired, and a repainting of the room description, as well as updates to the look of items in the room. It will not add utility or function to the room. The final design will be handled by GM Thandiwe.
|-
|a vaalin-traced leather casting gauntlet
|The gauntlet is crafted from smooth, dark leather fitted with precisely shaped faenor plates polished to aneven sheen across every surface. Vaalin runes are inalid with meticulous care along the knuckles and down the back of the hand, teh pale metal cut in clear, delibate strokes, though the reinforced knuckles and hardened plating speak just as much to the demands of close quarters as to any scholarly craft.
|For the indecisive buyer, this gauntlet is a Tier 5 mage's gauntlet that has both the Imprinted Relics and Quickened Motions abilities unlocked.
|}

==See Also==
* [[Rumor Woods 2022 Auction]]

[[Category: Rumor Woods]]

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-03T01:12:36Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Mount Flourish */

==Rumor Woods 2026 Auction ==

=== Announcement ===

Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026.

On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings.

There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event.

'''OOC Note:''' This is not a Wyromania, shenanigans, or in any way Duskruin-esque. This is something different and will remain unique to Rumor Woods and Summit Academy. Please set your expectations appropriately.

==== Clarifications ====

Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following:

* 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Property Offerings (These are modifications or adjustments to new properties. There will not be a property offered this time around.)
* 4 Mount Combat Flourishes
* 3-4 Spell Craft-related Items
* 5-6 Misc. Items

: There will not be random prizes.
: There will not be a global rpa.
: There will not be games.

=== Teasers ===

====Mount Flourish====
: '''Shuddering Strike''' - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your nightmare steed to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 304 (Open d100: 79)]
Your nightmare steed slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a fiery-eyed nightmare steed surges forward into her charge, you pull your mithril lance into the cradle of your hip, bracing for the inevitable impact. The blow lands with jarring force into a cave troll, the shock of it shuddering up your arm to your shoulder.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Blow to back cracks several vertebrae.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You thrust with a mithril lance at a cave troll!
AS: +7 vs DS: +34 with AvD: +35 + d100 roll: +68 = +76
A clean miss.
Roundtime: 3 sec.

: Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.

<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your black unicorn to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 294 (Open d100: 69)]
Your black unicorn slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a silver-horned raven-sheened black unicorn surges forward, you grip hard with your thighs and rise, lifting above the swell of his charge to loose a wooden arrow into the fray.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Slash to the cave troll's chest!
That heart's not broken, it's only scratched.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You fire a blue-fletched hunter green arrow at a cave troll!
AS: +21 vs DS: +22 with AvD: +25 + d100 roll: +6 = +30
A clean miss.
The arrow streaks off into the distance!
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
: Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your russet wastesdragon to charge a cave troll!
You time the press of your copper spurs into the side of your russet wastesdragon at the precise moment of his charge, bolstering his sudden burst of speed with your own precision and skill.
[SMR result: 271 (Open d100: 46, Bonus: 10)]
Your russet wastesdragon slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
You lash out with your leg, causing your copper spurs to slash a cave troll's body.
... 5 points of damage!
Weak slash to the cave troll's lower back!
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You have no weapon ready!
Roundtime: 3 sec.
</pre>
: Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount summoning device, this flourish will provide an additional MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day.

>mount escape<br>
A sudden flash of light surrounds the sanddle that is on your nightmare steed, letting you know that this will not be your last rescue today.<br>
You spur a fiery-eyed nightmare steed into a sudden gallop, and it carries you off to the southeast!

==== Fully Unlocked, Customized Of the Faith Burnoose ====
a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide,

This is a fully customized and unlocked Of the Faith cloak, max deep/light w. a desert-themed meditation unlock with 40% electric resistance.

>look burnoose - Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closure, molded by tight braiding into a scorpion.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Kneeling 1st person - Settling your weight more fully upon your knees, you gather the loose folds of your linen burnoose around you and still your breathing until it matches the slow, patient rhythm of open sands. Your fingers drift upward to trace the ebon sisal frogs at your throat, and you draw your thoughts inward as you think about the warmth held in the depths of the desert. These thoughts bring you comfort, allowing you to slip into a deep meditation.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Prone 1st person moving to knees - Rolling to your side, you press your palms to the ground and rise to your knees, pausing to let the layered linen of your burnoose fall around you in soft folds. You close your eyes and turn your face toward the open air. You turn your mind to memory, listening for the echo of the desert, the passage of wind, and find yourself grounded in those thoughts.

==== [[Shell armor|Shell Armor]] ====

Two new sets of shell armor are in the auction list this year, and it's the first time the makers of shell armor have turned their magic toward scorpion carapaces. After their success in working with sea urchins, they figured nature's skittering nightmares were an obvious next step.

'''INFO:''' Both sets are 8x with acid flares, heat and crush resistances, spiked, fully lightened, and have 10 CERs of crit. The brig is made of greatest starsong, and the double leathers are greater shadarl.

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine '''SHOW:''' Crafted from the carapace of a vecdrae scythir, this armor is expertly reinforced with darkened starsong. Serrated chelicerae have been affixed along the outer arms, hardened to provide extra defenses in close quarters. Faint green-black markings trail across the darkened exoskeleton, and a few glyph-like marks randomly glow when ambient light falls upon them.

<pre{{log2}}>
a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon '''SHOW:''' The midnight black exoskeleton of a nightstalker scorpion has been intricately twined with supple strips of ebon shardarl, pulling it into a protective set of armor. Incarnadine striations glisten along the chitinous carapace, and a series of battle glyphs are painted along the left arm in glowing blue blood.

==== Nerve Staff ====
Be the first to get your hands on the new auction-level tier of nerve staves! A greater surita version, along with a greatest starsong version, will be available.

INFO: T6, 8x, acuity flares, necro lore flare flourish. Option to have it given to you at full affinity for the buyer or their designee (but you must tell us the designee when we give it to you so we can set it then; we won't delay for that).

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
a night blue staff twined with iraitha woth flowers SHOW: Night blue starsong wraps itself about intertwined branches of wood to create a strengthened staff that glimmers with each brush of light. Violet-edged, deep blue woth flowers carved from pure iraitha twine the length of the staff, malachite torban leaves curling delicately about each tiny blossom, and a teardrop of ocean agita is caught in a filigreed starveil cage capping the staff.

<pre{{log2}}>
a twisted ocean surita runestaff strung with starveil-caged agita SHOW: Twin branches of ocean surita twist tightly together, forming an unbreakable bond. Tiny, helical cages of starveil twine themselves around the surita, each delicate container displaying teardrops of ocean agita, and a panoply of expertly carved runes wind down the weapon.

'''Flare Example - 2 Misery Flares:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
You channel at an Illoke mystic.
Your night blue staff glows intensely with a verdant light!
CS: +318 - TD: +245 + CvA: +25 + d100: +93 == +191
Warding failed!
Target reels from brutal strike for 55 points of damage!
... 20 points of damage!
Major bones in the Illoke mystic's right leg crack loudly!
It is knocked to the ground!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow to right hand crushing it to pulp!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in pain as his heavy stone arm falls to the ground!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Cast Roundtime 3 Seconds.
Roundtime: 3 sec.

'''AOE WAVE'''
<pre{{log2}}>
[Wehnimer's, Exterior] (9003)
You can hear the noisy bustle around the land gates to the west. Over the din, you can just barely hear the sound of the surf from the northeast. You also see an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic...

>wave staff
You tighten your grip on your night blue staff, sweeping it expertly in front of you. Violet-green sparks crackle along its length as you channel the full force of its power outward.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 20 points of damage!
Good blow to the abdomen!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow removes the Illoke mystic's left foot!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in agony as he teeters for a moment, then tumbles to the ground with a thundering crash!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.

=== Item List ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Auction Item List
|-
! Item Base!!Item Description !! Notes
|-
| a twisted night blue staff || See above || Nerve Staff - T6, starsong (1d3), 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
| a jerboa-carved acacia cheese wheel || || Auction-quality Cheese Wheel
|-
| a brick red stable replica || || Private Property - Stable Addition - Winner will be provided with a stable that allows for two stalls for mounts of their choices, which will be outfitted with appropriate gear and items.
|-
|a morduska hide backpack
|
|Unlocked discreet container. Epic deepened to 250lb, 50% weight reduction. Player's choice of +20 Skill Bonus (200 charges): Edged, Blunt, Two-Handed, Ranged, Thrown, Polearm, Brawling, or Spell Aim
|-
|a scorched high steel sarissa enruned with demonic reliefs
|The scorched length of the weapon is marked with intricate runes that resemble burning embers and demonic visages in bas-relief. High steel is forged into a viciously sharp head ending in a barbed tip, extruded as a five-pointed star from the round metal. The dark metal of its facets fuse into edges of veil iron. Each face of the spearhead is deeply incised with the scarlet pentacle symbol of House Faendryl.
|High steel, 8x w. Demon Bane, +3 Dispel Flares, fire lore flares flourish, Holy Weapon
|-
|a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon
|see above
|Shell Armor - Shadarl, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, double leathers
|-
|a starveil pegasus trinket
|Crafted from pale blue starveil, the compact, winged horse is captured mid-flight, its outstretched feathers rendered in a dark midnight blue. Faceted sapphires sparkle in eye sockets amid delicately carved features framed by a wild mane, while tiny gilded horseshoes are attached to each hoof. The sculptural piece is attached to a long stick pin.
|Pin-worn starveil spirit servant jewelry piece with +1 Max Spirit and +2 Spirit Recovery; includes astral runestone with 100 charges.
|-
|a clockwerke starsong claidhmore
|
|8x, starsong, w. turn ability to change damage-type of the script-flare between slashing, piercing, or crushing, along with all the other features of a fully unlocked clockwereke weapon.
|-
|a gilt-edged dusky brown certificate
|
|Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount saddle, this flourish will provide an addition MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day. You must be mounted to gain this benefit
|-
|a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide
|Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closures, its scorpion shape rendered in tight braiding.
|Max Light/Deep, fully unlock Of-the-Faith Collecton w. custom Meditation themed to desert/wind, with 40% lightning resistence
|-
|a tiny copper jerboa charm
|
|Rechargeable Wand:
Heroism (215)
Phoen's Strength (606)
Empathic Focus (1109)
Dauntless (1606)
V'Tull's Fury (1718)
|-
|a leather-bound vellum opus
|
|Sometimes you just got to fit in. What's a cleric that can't raise? Or a wizard without a familiar? This opus contains spells that will let you fit right in with any of your spell casting friends - for a limited time. It contains spells not normally found on scrolls for each pure class: 318, 1109, 716, and 920. Each contains 10 charges but cannot have further charges added. Otherwise, it's Tier 5, with the RP verbs, and 5 uses of 1750 per day.
|-
|White alloy armament
|
|15x enchant, purified white alloy, perfectly forged, T5 sanctified with permanent Holy Fire flares, non-corporeal undead bane damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous), and normal damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous). Winner can pick weapon base.
|-
|a loose-draped sandy brown gown accented by maroon threading
|The aganjira of this dress has been left undyed, keeping its sandy brown color, shot through with hints of yellow from the chrysanthemum tinctures used in its production. Maroon threading creates a tessallating pattern throughout the dress, with no distinct design showing in any one specific spot. The dress is hemmed to ankle-length, so as to keep clear of most ground debris.
|Cloth Armor, Jerboa/Desert-themed Animalistic Spirit fully unlocked with Untamed Vitality set for Mana+Stamina, 6x, Fire-reactive flares, 5pts padding
|-
|a gilt-edged pristine certificate
|
|Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
|-
|a twisted ocean surita runestaff
|see above
|Nerve Staff - T6, greater surita, 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
|some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine
|see above
|Shell Armor - Starsong, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, Brigandine
|-
|a diminutive library landscape
|
|This is a delayed service to have a library added to your private property.
The library will be designed by GM Thandiwe based on your current building theme/structure.
This library will include a working fireplace, a bookcase w. 3 book-in-ator shelves, two armchairs, one desk, and windows w. a windowseat.
|-
|an iron finger-talon ring forged into a coiled vecdrae scythir stinger
|See above
|Sand and vecdrae scythir-themed illusion prop and spell prep. Completely obscuring illusion. Winner can choose to assign a single spell or a spell circle.
|-
|a tattered cloth-of-gold satchel
|Twining Zorchar Staff - Carved from pale blue zorchar, the staff is comprised of twin lengths of the metal forged around each other in a twining pattern. At the staff's head, two topaz stones carved as scorpions sit atop an onyx orb. Starting at the staff's bottom, a thin series of pale yellow runes runs its length, growing in size until they reach the top.
Satchel - Woven from cloth and laced throughout with pale strands of golden thread, the satchel otherwise displays extensive discoloration. The satchel's golden strands stand out from this notable damage, however, and maintain a bright luster. On one side of the container's surface, a series of golden topaz stones are inlaid in a pattern resembling a scorpion. Thick stitching is visible beneath these stones.
a silver-set golden topaz pin - Fashioned from a hollowed silver orb, the pin is inset with a single, golden topaz. Within the topaz, a tiny scorpion has been perserved.
|Relics of the Big Sting package
Staff - +50, fully unlocked animal staff, scorpion theme, purified zorchar, blessing lore flares
Pin - 5x/day mystic focus, +20 blessing lore bonus
|-
|a gilt-edged textured vellum certificate
|
|Shuddering Strike - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
|-
|a gilt-edged hunter green certificate
|
|Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.
|-
|a bisected room diorama
|Split down the middle, the diorama displays the same room on each side. The right side appears to be tidy, but drab, while the left appears to house a fresh coat of paint and new fixtures.
|This certificate is for the remodeling of an already built room in a private property. It will include remapping and moving as desired, and a repainting of the room description, as well as updates to the look of items in the room. It will not add utility or function to the room. The final design will be handled by GM Thandiwe.
|-
|a vaalin-traced leather casting gauntlet
|The gauntlet is crafted from smooth, dark leather fitted with precisely shaped faenor plates polished to aneven sheen across every surface. Vaalin runes are inalid with meticulous care along the knuckles and down the back of the hand, teh pale metal cut in clear, delibate strokes, though the reinforced knuckles and hardened plating speak just as much to the demands of close quarters as to any scholarly craft.
|For the indecisive buyer, this gauntlet is a Tier 5 mage's gauntlet that has both the Imprinted Relics and Quickened Motions abilities unlocked.
|}

==See Also==
* [[Rumor Woods 2022 Auction]]

[[Category: Rumor Woods]]

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-03T01:09:36Z

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==Rumor Woods 2026 Auction ==

=== Announcement ===

Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026.

On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings.

There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event.

'''OOC Note:''' This is not a Wyromania, shenanigans, or in any way Duskruin-esque. This is something different and will remain unique to Rumor Woods and Summit Academy. Please set your expectations appropriately.

==== Clarifications ====

Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following:

* 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Property Offerings (These are modifications or adjustments to new properties. There will not be a property offered this time around.)
* 4 Mount Combat Flourishes
* 3-4 Spell Craft-related Items
* 5-6 Misc. Items

: There will not be random prizes.
: There will not be a global rpa.
: There will not be games.

=== Teasers ===

====Mount Flourish====
: '''Shuddering Strike''' - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your nightmare steed to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 304 (Open d100: 79)]
Your nightmare steed slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a fiery-eyed nightmare steed surges forward into her charge, you pull your mithril lance into the cradle of your hip, bracing for the inevitable impact. The blow lands with jarring force into a cave troll, the shock of it shuddering up your arm to your shoulder.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Blow to back cracks several vertebrae.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You thrust with a mithril lance at a cave troll!
AS: +7 vs DS: +34 with AvD: +35 + d100 roll: +68 = +76
A clean miss.
Roundtime: 3 sec.

: Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.

<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your black unicorn to charge a cave troll!
[SMR result: 294 (Open d100: 69)]
Your black unicorn slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
'''As a silver-horned raven-sheened black unicorn surges forward, you grip hard with your thighs and rise, lifting above the swell of his charge to loose a wooden arrow into the fray.'''
... 10 points of damage!
Slash to the cave troll's chest!
That heart's not broken, it's only scratched.
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You fire a blue-fletched hunter green arrow at a cave troll!
AS: +21 vs DS: +22 with AvD: +25 + d100 roll: +6 = +30
A clean miss.
The arrow streaks off into the distance!
Roundtime: 3 sec.

: Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
<pre{{log2}}>
You urge your russet wastesdragon to charge a cave troll!
You time the press of your copper spurs into the side of your russet wastesdragon at the precise moment of his charge, bolstering his sudden burst of speed with your own precision and skill.
[SMR result: 271 (Open d100: 46, Bonus: 10)]
Your russet wastesdragon slams into a cave troll!
... 50 points of damage!
You lash out with your leg, causing your copper spurs to slash a cave troll's body.
... 5 points of damage!
Weak slash to the cave troll's lower back!
A cave troll freezes in place, shaking with terror!
Your mount knocks the troll to the ground!
A cave troll appears weak and feeble, its movements sluggish.
You lean forward and press your attack on a cave troll!
You have no weapon ready!
Roundtime: 3 sec.

: Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount summoning device, this flourish will provide an additional MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day.

>mount escape<br>
A sudden flash of light surrounds the sanddle that is on your nightmare steed, letting you know that this will not be your last rescue today.<br>
You spur a fiery-eyed nightmare steed into a sudden gallop, and it carries you off to the southeast!

==== Fully Unlocked, Customized Of the Faith Burnoose ====
a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide,

This is a fully customized and unlocked Of the Faith cloak, max deep/light w. a desert-themed meditation unlock with 40% electric resistance.

>look burnoose - Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closure, molded by tight braiding into a scorpion.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Kneeling 1st person - Settling your weight more fully upon your knees, you gather the loose folds of your linen burnoose around you and still your breathing until it matches the slow, patient rhythm of open sands. Your fingers drift upward to trace the ebon sisal frogs at your throat, and you draw your thoughts inward as you think about the warmth held in the depths of the desert. These thoughts bring you comfort, allowing you to slip into a deep meditation.

'''Meditation Messaging''' - Prone 1st person moving to knees - Rolling to your side, you press your palms to the ground and rise to your knees, pausing to let the layered linen of your burnoose fall around you in soft folds. You close your eyes and turn your face toward the open air. You turn your mind to memory, listening for the echo of the desert, the passage of wind, and find yourself grounded in those thoughts.

==== [[Shell armor|Shell Armor]] ====

Two new sets of shell armor are in the auction list this year, and it's the first time the makers of shell armor have turned their magic toward scorpion carapaces. After their success in working with sea urchins, they figured nature's skittering nightmares were an obvious next step.

'''INFO:''' Both sets are 8x with acid flares, heat and crush resistances, spiked, fully lightened, and have 10 CERs of crit. The brig is made of greatest starsong, and the double leathers are greater shadarl.

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine '''SHOW:''' Crafted from the carapace of a vecdrae scythir, this armor is expertly reinforced with darkened starsong. Serrated chelicerae have been affixed along the outer arms, hardened to provide extra defenses in close quarters. Faint green-black markings trail across the darkened exoskeleton, and a few glyph-like marks randomly glow when ambient light falls upon them.

<pre{{log2}}>
a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon '''SHOW:''' The midnight black exoskeleton of a nightstalker scorpion has been intricately twined with supple strips of ebon shardarl, pulling it into a protective set of armor. Incarnadine striations glisten along the chitinous carapace, and a series of battle glyphs are painted along the left arm in glowing blue blood.

==== Nerve Staff ====
Be the first to get your hands on the new auction-level tier of nerve staves! A greater surita version, along with a greatest starsong version, will be available.

INFO: T6, 8x, acuity flares, necro lore flare flourish. Option to have it given to you at full affinity for the buyer or their designee (but you must tell us the designee when we give it to you so we can set it then; we won't delay for that).

'''LOOKS:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
a night blue staff twined with iraitha woth flowers SHOW: Night blue starsong wraps itself about intertwined branches of wood to create a strengthened staff that glimmers with each brush of light. Violet-edged, deep blue woth flowers carved from pure iraitha twine the length of the staff, malachite torban leaves curling delicately about each tiny blossom, and a teardrop of ocean agita is caught in a filigreed starveil cage capping the staff.

<pre{{log2}}>
a twisted ocean surita runestaff strung with starveil-caged agita SHOW: Twin branches of ocean surita twist tightly together, forming an unbreakable bond. Tiny, helical cages of starveil twine themselves around the surita, each delicate container displaying teardrops of ocean agita, and a panoply of expertly carved runes wind down the weapon.

'''Flare Example - 2 Misery Flares:'''
<pre{{log2}}>
You channel at an Illoke mystic.
Your night blue staff glows intensely with a verdant light!
CS: +318 - TD: +245 + CvA: +25 + d100: +93 == +191
Warding failed!
Target reels from brutal strike for 55 points of damage!
... 20 points of damage!
Major bones in the Illoke mystic's right leg crack loudly!
It is knocked to the ground!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow to right hand crushing it to pulp!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in pain as his heavy stone arm falls to the ground!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Cast Roundtime 3 Seconds.
Roundtime: 3 sec.

'''AOE WAVE'''
<pre{{log2}}>
[Wehnimer's, Exterior] (9003)
You can hear the noisy bustle around the land gates to the west. Over the din, you can just barely hear the sound of the surf from the northeast. You also see an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic, an Illoke mystic...

>wave staff
You tighten your grip on your night blue staff, sweeping it expertly in front of you. Violet-green sparks crackle along its length as you channel the full force of its power outward.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 20 points of damage!
Good blow to the abdomen!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.

Several thin, fibrous red filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a wave of unmitigated pain upon the object of their wrath!
... 35 points of damage!
Massive blow removes the Illoke mystic's left foot!
The Illoke mystic rumbles in agony as he teeters for a moment, then tumbles to the ground with a thundering crash!
The Illoke mystic is stunned!

Several thin, fibrous black filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash an overpowering cacophony of sensation upon the object of their wrath and render him unable to move!

Several thin, fibrous white filaments erupt from your night blue staff and swirl around each other in a chaotic dance. Straining to reach an Illoke mystic, they unleash a powerful surge of electrical current upon the object of their wrath!
... 5 points of damage!
Mild electric jolt sends the Illoke mystic into spasms.

=== Item List ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Auction Item List
|-
! Item Base!!Item Description !! Notes
|-
| a twisted night blue staff || See above || Nerve Staff - T6, starsong (1d3), 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
| a jerboa-carved acacia cheese wheel || || Auction-quality Cheese Wheel
|-
| a brick red stable replica || || Private Property - Stable Addition - Winner will be provided with a stable that allows for two stalls for mounts of their choices, which will be outfitted with appropriate gear and items.
|-
|a morduska hide backpack
|
|Unlocked discreet container. Epic deepened to 250lb, 50% weight reduction. Player's choice of +20 Skill Bonus (200 charges): Edged, Blunt, Two-Handed, Ranged, Thrown, Polearm, Brawling, or Spell Aim
|-
|a scorched high steel sarissa enruned with demonic reliefs
|The scorched length of the weapon is marked with intricate runes that resemble burning embers and demonic visages in bas-relief. High steel is forged into a viciously sharp head ending in a barbed tip, extruded as a five-pointed star from the round metal. The dark metal of its facets fuse into edges of veil iron. Each face of the spearhead is deeply incised with the scarlet pentacle symbol of House Faendryl.
|High steel, 8x w. Demon Bane, +3 Dispel Flares, fire lore flares flourish, Holy Weapon
|-
|a nightstalker exoskeleton aketon
|see above
|Shell Armor - Shadarl, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, double leathers
|-
|a starveil pegasus trinket
|Crafted from pale blue starveil, the compact, winged horse is captured mid-flight, its outstretched feathers rendered in a dark midnight blue. Faceted sapphires sparkle in eye sockets amid delicately carved features framed by a wild mane, while tiny gilded horseshoes are attached to each hoof. The sculptural piece is attached to a long stick pin.
|Pin-worn starveil spirit servant jewelry piece with +1 Max Spirit and +2 Spirit Recovery; includes astral runestone with 100 charges.
|-
|a clockwerke starsong claidhmore
|
|8x, starsong, w. turn ability to change damage-type of the script-flare between slashing, piercing, or crushing, along with all the other features of a fully unlocked clockwereke weapon.
|-
|a gilt-edged dusky brown certificate
|
|Saddling Retreat - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed on a mount saddle, this flourish will provide an addition MOUNT ESCAPE usage per day. You must be mounted to gain this benefit
|-
|a throat-clasped voluminous linen burnoose accented in collared lizard hide
|Layers of sand-hued linen drape in voluminous folds, the fabric cut generously enough that long, loose sleeves and a deep hood lend the burnoose an almost monastic presence to the ankle-sweeping hemline. Bright blue collared lizard hide reinforces each seam, its vivid scaling a striking contrast to the fabric. The stitchwork joining the two materials is extraordinary, so fine and precise as to be nearly invisible. At the throat is a braided sisal frog closures, its scorpion shape rendered in tight braiding.
|Max Light/Deep, fully unlock Of-the-Faith Collecton w. custom Meditation themed to desert/wind, with 40% lightning resistence
|-
|a tiny copper jerboa charm
|
|Rechargeable Wand:
Heroism (215)
Phoen's Strength (606)
Empathic Focus (1109)
Dauntless (1606)
V'Tull's Fury (1718)
|-
|a leather-bound vellum opus
|
|Sometimes you just got to fit in. What's a cleric that can't raise? Or a wizard without a familiar? This opus contains spells that will let you fit right in with any of your spell casting friends - for a limited time. It contains spells not normally found on scrolls for each pure class: 318, 1109, 716, and 920. Each contains 10 charges but cannot have further charges added. Otherwise, it's Tier 5, with the RP verbs, and 5 uses of 1750 per day.
|-
|White alloy armament
|
|15x enchant, purified white alloy, perfectly forged, T5 sanctified with permanent Holy Fire flares, non-corporeal undead bane damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous), and normal damage weighting set to 50 CER (wonderous). Winner can pick weapon base.
|-
|a loose-draped sandy brown gown accented by maroon threading
|The aganjira of this dress has been left undyed, keeping its sandy brown color, shot through with hints of yellow from the chrysanthemum tinctures used in its production. Maroon threading creates a tessallating pattern throughout the dress, with no distinct design showing in any one specific spot. The dress is hemmed to ankle-length, so as to keep clear of most ground debris.
|Cloth Armor, Jerboa/Desert-themed Animalistic Spirit fully unlocked with Untamed Vitality set for Mana+Stamina, 6x, Fire-reactive flares, 5pts padding
|-
|a gilt-edged pristine certificate
|
|Spurious Advantage - Spur Flourish - When you wear them, it gives you a +10 SMR bonus to Mount Trample and Mount Charge. It also allows you to follow up with a slash critical flare from your spurs.
|-
|a twisted ocean surita runestaff
|see above
|Nerve Staff - T6, greater surita, 8x, acuity flares, necromantic lore flares flourish, intended to be set with affinity maxed for the high bidder
|-
|some chitinous vecdrae scythir brigandine
|see above
|Shell Armor - Starsong, 8x, acid flares, heat and crush resistances of 15, spiked, fully lightened, 10 CER of crit, Brigandine
|-
|a diminutive library landscape
|
|This is a delayed service to have a library added to your private property.
The library will be designed by GM Thandiwe based on your current building theme/structure.
This library will include a working fireplace, a bookcase w. 3 book-in-ator shelves, two armchairs, one desk, and windows w. a windowseat.
|-
|an iron finger-talon ring forged into a coiled vecdrae scythir stinger
|See above
|Sand and vecdrae scythir-themed illusion prop and spell prep. Completely obscuring illusion. Winner can choose to assign a single spell or a spell circle.
|-
|a tattered cloth-of-gold satchel
|Twining Zorchar Staff - Carved from pale blue zorchar, the staff is comprised of twin lengths of the metal forged around each other in a twining pattern. At the staff's head, two topaz stones carved as scorpions sit atop an onyx orb. Starting at the staff's bottom, a thin series of pale yellow runes runs its length, growing in size until they reach the top.
Satchel - Woven from cloth and laced throughout with pale strands of golden thread, the satchel otherwise displays extensive discoloration. The satchel's golden strands stand out from this notable damage, however, and maintain a bright luster. On one side of the container's surface, a series of golden topaz stones are inlaid in a pattern resembling a scorpion. Thick stitching is visible beneath these stones.
a silver-set golden topaz pin - Fashioned from a hollowed silver orb, the pin is inset with a single, golden topaz. Within the topaz, a tiny scorpion has been perserved.
|Relics of the Big Sting package
Staff - +50, fully unlocked animal staff, scorpion theme, purified zorchar, blessing lore flares
Pin - 5x/day mystic focus, +20 blessing lore bonus
|-
|a gilt-edged textured vellum certificate
|
|Shuddering Strike - Mount Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your weapon's damage types on your Charge and Trample Maneuvers.
|-
|a gilt-edged hunter green certificate
|
|Storm of Arrows - Mounted Combat Flourish for Mount Summoning Device - Once redeemed upon a mount summoning device, the flourish will provide a critical flare randomly selected from your arrow's damage types on their Charge and Trample maneuvers.
|-
|a bisected room diorama
|Split down the middle, the diorama displays the same room on each side. The right side appears to be tidy, but drab, while the left appears to house a fresh coat of paint and new fixtures.
|This certificate is for the remodeling of an already built room in a private property. It will include remapping and moving as desired, and a repainting of the room description, as well as updates to the look of items in the room. It will not add utility or function to the room. The final design will be handled by GM Thandiwe.
|-
|a vaalin-traced leather casting gauntlet
|The gauntlet is crafted from smooth, dark leather fitted with precisely shaped faenor plates polished to aneven sheen across every surface. Vaalin runes are inalid with meticulous care along the knuckles and down the back of the hand, teh pale metal cut in clear, delibate strokes, though the reinforced knuckles and hardened plating speak just as much to the demands of close quarters as to any scholarly craft.
|For the indecisive buyer, this gauntlet is a Tier 5 mage's gauntlet that has both the Imprinted Relics and Quickened Motions abilities unlocked.
|}

==See Also==
* [[Rumor Woods 2022 Auction]]

[[Category: Rumor Woods]]

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-02T19:40:04Z

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Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-02T19:39:29Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Item List */

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-02T19:39:10Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

Announcement: Creating Adventure

2026-05-02T15:35:42Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=General |subject=Creating Adventure - Q2 2026 |author=GS4-Wyrom |date=2026-04-30 |changelog=2026 }} Our Q2 roadmap and update. Discussion thread can be found [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/796618391262986241/1499600146088988833 here]. ===tldr=== Our Q2 roadmap and update."

{{Announcement
|category=General
|subject=Creating Adventure - Q2 2026
|author=GS4-Wyrom
|date=2026-04-30
|changelog=2026
}}
Our [[Creating_Adventure_-_Q2_2026|Q2 roadmap and update]]. Discussion thread can be found [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/796618391262986241/1499600146088988833 here].
===tldr===
Our [[Creating_Adventure_-_Q2_2026|Q2 roadmap and update]].

Announcement: Reserve Your Judgement

2026-05-02T15:32:49Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=Development |subject=Reserve Your Judgement |author=GS4-Auchand |date=2026-04-30 |changelog=2026 }} '''RESERVE Your Judgment''' The RESERVE verb is now live. Basic/Standard, Premium, and Platinum accounts now have access to new RESERVE slots, from which you can activate some magical items, potions, herbs, wands, scrolls, and more as if you were holding them in your hands. Standard accounts receive one slot, Premium accounts will have tw..."

{{Announcement
|category=Development
|subject=Reserve Your Judgement
|author=GS4-Auchand
|date=2026-04-30
|changelog=2026
}}
'''RESERVE Your Judgment'''

The RESERVE verb is now live.

Basic/Standard, Premium, and Platinum accounts now have access to new RESERVE slots, from which you can activate some magical items, potions, herbs, wands, scrolls, and more as if you were holding them in your hands.

Standard accounts receive one slot, Premium accounts will have two, and Platinum accounts have three slots.

These slots are meant to add flexibility to the hunting experience and boost the utility of magic items and scrolls.
===tldr===
The RESERVE verb is now live.

Announcement: Glittering Prizes: Treasure Updates

2026-05-02T15:28:05Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=Development |subject=Glittering Prizes: Treasure Updates |author=GS4-Auchand |date=2026-05-27 |changelog=2026 }} '''Glittering Prizes: Treasure Updates'''<br> Random-generated treasure drop rates have been significantly changed with a goal of making treasure drops more useful. In broad strokes, the following changes are most visible: * Many new wands have been added as treasure drops and wand drop rates have increased * Junk drops, including..."

{{Announcement
|category=Development
|subject=Glittering Prizes: Treasure Updates
|author=GS4-Auchand
|date=2026-05-27
|changelog=2026
}}
'''Glittering Prizes: Treasure Updates'''<br>
Random-generated treasure drop rates have been significantly changed with a goal of making treasure drops more useful. In broad strokes, the following changes are most visible:

* Many new wands have been added as treasure drops and wand drop rates have increased
* Junk drops, including unsellable clothing, have been significantly reduced (junk drops overall account for about 1% of all genned loot now, with junk clothing down to 0.5%)
* Transmogrification Clothing has been added as a treasure drop (explanation below)
* Drop rates have been rebalanced to favor more usable magical items, scrolls, etc. This will pair well with an incoming update coming very soon.

'''Transmogrification Clothing''' is a new clothing type that can drop with a long description from treasure. These are random-generated from a large pool of descriptions. You can TRANSFER the description of a piece of Transmogrification Clothing to an item that you already own, provided that a) the items' wear locations match, b) both items have the same container or non-container status, and c) the recipient item isn't scripted, or if scripted, is on an approved list.

If you'd rather wear your Transmogrification Clothing as a permanent piece of your wardrobe, you can CLEAN it to remove its transmogrifying capabilities.

===tldr===
Random-generated treasure drop rates have been changed.

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-01T17:56:39Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Teasers */

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-05-01T00:32:17Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Mount Flourish */

Spidersilk Apothecary

2026-04-30T14:07:29Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Additional Information */

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Introduced as an [[Event_Vaults%27_Special_Items|Event Vault Special Item]], the Spidersilk Apothecary is an altering device. It allows you to collect spiders with special abilities and alterations to them that can modify your items if they qualify. They can modify items that are unscripted, allowed to be dyed, and a number of other scripts that have permission. The primary qualifiers are listed on the spiders, which can be obtained by a spiderweb in Naidem at Graveyard Temporalis, Outer Rim (8083361).
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{{itemtiermulti 
|item=The Spidersilk Apothecary 
|itemsummary=The Spidersilk Apothecary houses spiders inside and allows them to be used to alter or otherwise modify appropriate items. 
|analyze= 
You analyze the shadow box and sense that the creator has provided the following information:

The Spidersilk Apothecary
Found in Naidem, the box is an octagonal contraption that provides customizations to specific items based on the spiders it has stored inside of it. These spiders perform their magic best when a web is at the heart of the box. These special spiders can be found by searching through a web in Graveyard Temporalis, Outer Rim (eastern side).

How the Apothecary Works
PUT - a spider (or up to 80 different ones) into the apothecary
GAZE - to view all of the alteration spiders stored inside by type {ie: wood, stone, etc.}
GLANCE - to view all of the transmorphing spiders stored inside
LOOK - to see the status of the apothecary
PEER - to display a full list of all spiders stored in the apothecary
PINCH - to create a web inside the apothecary
PLUCK - to remove the spider that is on display
TICKLE - to cause the stored item inside to be transformed by a spider
TURN - to 1, 2, or 3 in order to cycle through alteration designs (alteration spiders only)
TWIST - to add an item that you want the spiders to modify
WHISPER - cycle through the spiders and/or prepare a spider for removal

CHARGES - the apothecary is charged by the web spell. You can either cast it at the box or wave a wand at it to add charges. It currently has 96 out of 100 charges stored inside.

Alterations
The box cannot be altered in anyway, but the spiders can. Please pay special attention to them.
|inspect= 
|show= 
|affinity= 
|itemverbtable=Yes 
}}
: {| {{verbtable}} 
|- {{verbtableheader|90}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Style 
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader" rowspan="2"| GAZE {my} BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| Please select a base material type that you'd like to review alterations options for. Your choices are: cloth, gemstone, glass, leather, metal, organic, stone, or wood.
[Syntax: GAZE {my} box at {option}]
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| AT {option}
| You gaze over the lines of your shadow box, taking note of each of the spiders stored within that can work on wood. They are:
:Spider Number 1 - a disjoined golden orbweaver can provide the following +long designs:
: (item base) inlaid with silver
: (item base) etched with a cascade of spiders
: (item base) painted in a silver web
:Spider Number 3 - an ebonwood black wolf spider can provide the following +long designs:
: (item base) worked into a lattice of interlocking rings
: (item base) scorched with curling vinework
: (item base) trimmed with a filigree of copper wire
:Spider Number 5 - a fuzz-etched mahogany spider can provide the following +long designs:
: (item base) hewn with deliberate asymmetry
: (item base) cut with angular symbols
: (item base) bound at the edges with narrow twine
:To arrange for one of these spiders to work for you, WHISPER to the box the spider # you desire.
:Once you have arranged your spider, TURN the box to 1, 2, or 3 to select the appropriate design.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| GLANCE {my} BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You glance over the species of spiders stored within the box, looking for those that can handle a transmorphing project. Here's what you find:
: Spider Number 9 is a transmorphing spider of the lapidary type, who can transform a foraged item into a gemstone. (an ebon black widow spider)
: Spider Number 10 is a transmorphing spider of the tinkerer type, who can transform an effigy, figurine, miniature, sculpture, statuette, or statue into a weaving charm. (a dark brown white-tailed spider)
: To arrange for one of these spiders to work for you, WHISPER to the box the spider # you desire.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader" rowspan="4"| LOOK BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| (no web)
| Meticulously crafted, the octagonal shadow box is framed in glossy ebonwood. Its back wall is fitted with a smoky, obsidian mirror that seems to absorb all light. Eight tiny, glinting silver anchors rest within the corners, their tips curled so that the ring is almost closed. Cool to the touch, the shadow box smells faintly of nightblooming flowers and varnish.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| (web in place)
| Meticulously crafted, the octagonal shadow box is framed in glossy ebonwood. Its back wall is fitted with a smoky, obsidian mirror that seems to absorb all light. Gossamer threads, anchored to silver hooks in the eight corners of the piece, weave together to create an intricate web that is sturdy enough to support a single item at its center.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| (web, with item)
| Meticulously crafted, the octagonal shadow box is framed in glossy ebonwood. Its back wall is fitted with a smoky, obsidian mirror that seems to absorb all light. Gossamer threads, anchored to silver hooks in the eight corners of the piece, weave together to create an intricate web that supports a smooth mahogany ball at its center.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| (no web, with item)
| Meticulously crafted, the octagonal shadow box is framed in glossy ebonwood. Its back wall is fitted with a smoky, obsidian mirror that seems to absorb all light. Eight tiny, glinting silver anchors rest within the corners, their tips curled so that the ring is almost closed. Cool to the touch, the shadow box smells faintly of nightblooming flowers and varnish. Resting at the bottom of the box is a smooth mahogany ball trimmed with a filigree of copper wire.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| PEER BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You quickly glance over shadow box, noting as you do fine skeins of silvery script rising to its lacquered surface. Slowly, the writing resolves into a list:
:1. a disjoined golden orbweaver that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in wood.
:2. a translucent glass spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in glass. (On Display)
:3. an ebonwood black wolf spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in wood.
:4. a molded suede beige jumping spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in leather.
:5. a fuzz-etched mahogany spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in wood.
:6. a bright orange soapstone tarantula that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in stone.
:7. a minute earthenware spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in organic.
:8. a molded suede house spider that is an alteration specimen, who specializes in leather.
:9. an ebon black widow spider that is a lapidary specimen, whose specialty is to transform a foraged item into a gemstone.
:10. a dark brown white-tailed spider that is a tinkerer specimen, whose specialty is to transform an effigy, figurine, miniature, sculpture, statuette, or statue into a weaving charm.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| PINCH {my} BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| Pinching open a small alcove on the inside of an octagonal ebonwood shadow box, you release a tiny spider that quickly scurries about the interior. Connecting long skeins to silver anchors, the spider works furiously to build a web within the glossy ebonwood frame.
|Pinching open a small alcove on the inside of an octagonal ebonwood shadow box, Firstperson releases a tiny spider that quickly scurries about the interior. Connecting long skeins to silver anchors, the spider works furiously to build a web within the glossy ebonwood frame.
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| PLUCK {my} BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You brush your fingers lightly over the smooth wood of an octagonal ebonwood shadow box, silently calling forth a dark brown white-tailed spider, who crawls off of the web and into your waiting hand.
|Firstperson brushes his fingers lightly over the smooth wood of an octagonal ebonwood shadow box, causing a dark brown white-tailed spider to crawl off of the web and into his waiting hand.
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| PUT {spider} in BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| Placing a dark brown white-tailed spider in the palm of your hand, you move it closer to an octagonal ebonwood shadow box. Within seconds of being close to the device, it shivers and comes to life, crawling into the box and disappearing from sight.
| Placing a dark brown white-tailed spider in the palm of his hand, Firstperson moves it closer to an octagonal ebonwood shadow box. Within seconds of being close to the device, it shivers and comes to life, crawling into the box and disappearing from sight.
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| TICKLE
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You are about to change an octagonal ebonwood shadow box to "a smooth mahogany ball trimmed with a filigree of copper wire." If this is your desire, then please TICKLE the box again in the next 30 seconds.

Carefully traversing the skeins of spiderweb that fill the interior of your shadow box, a disjoined golden orbweaver moves to a smooth mahogany and carefully crawls over it. With care and precision, it alters the ball with your chosen design before retreating into the corner.

The web within an octagonal ebonwood shadow box suddenly collapses, dropping a smooth mahogany ball trimmed with a filigree of copper wire onto the mirror lining its bottom.
|Carefully traversing the skeins of spiderweb that fill the interior of Firstperson's shadow box, a disjoined golden orbweaver moves to a smooth mahogany and carefully crawls over it. With care and precision, it alters the appearance of the ball before retreating into the corner.

The web within an octagonal ebonwood shadow box suddenly collapses, dropping a smooth mahogany ball trimmed with a filigree of copper wire onto the mirror lining its bottom.
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader" rowspan="2"| TURN {my} BOX
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You must select a number between 1 and 3.
: Option 1: worked into a lattice of interlocking rings
: Option 2: scorched with curling vinework
: Option 3: trimmed with a filigree of copper wire
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| TO {1, 2, or 3}
| Tilting and twisting your head so that you can view the spider within your shadow box at just the right angle, you settle your eyes upon "trimmed with a filigree of copper wire" design and decide that it is perfect for your needs.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| TWIST {my} BOX (while holding desired item)
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
|You carefully lay a smooth mahogany ball into the center of the web spun within an octagonal ebonwood shadow box.
|Firstperson carefully lays a smooth mahogany ball into the center of the web spun within an octagonal ebonwood shadow box.
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"| WHISPER {my} Box # (position of desired spider)
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| You whisper quietly to the denizen currently on the web, wishing it a restful slumber, and then call out to an ebonwood black wolf spider. The two spiders pass each other, one coming to rest upon the web and the other disappearing into the wooden frame.
| {{addmetext}}
|}
{{itemtiermulti 
|item=Alteration Spider 
|itemsummary=Alteration spiders can change the appearance of certain types of objects after they have been placed inside of The Spidersilk Apothecary. Alteration spiders are each set up to work with only a single type of material, such as fabric, leather, metal, or gemstone. This material type can be seen in the individual spider's {{boldmono|ANALYZE}} information. Manipulating the spider is done after placing the spider inside The Spidersilk Apothecary and via the box itself. 
|analyze= 
An Apothecary Spider

An ebonwood black wolf spider is a unique specimen that functions with A Spidersilk Apothecary, which can be obtained through an Ebon Gate Vault.

This particular specimen is considered an alteration spider that can only work with items crafted of wood.

It is uniquely crafted to add a long description on qualifying items. It can transfer one of the following designs:
1. (article) (adjective) (item noun) worked into a lattice of interlocking rings
2. (article) (adjective) (item noun) scorched with curling vinework
3. (article) (adjective) (item noun) trimmed with a filigree of copper wire

A qualifying merchant can change these designs for you.

To utilize this unique spider, you will need to add it to a Spidersilk Apothecary.
|inspect= 
|show= 
|affinity= 
|itemverbtable= 
}}
{{itemtiermulti 
|item=Transmorphing Spider 
|itemsummary=Transmorphing spiders are capable of turning certain found or foraged items into other types of items suitable for use with the [[:Category:Crafting item scripts|crafting system]]. Currently there are two types: Lapidary transmorphing spiders turn [[foraged item]]s into gemstones, while Tinkerer transmorphing spiders turn statuettes and similar items into [[weavable item]] charms. 
|analyze= 
An Apothecary Spider

An ebon black widow spider is a unique specimen that functions with A Spidersilk Apothecary, which can be obtained through an Ebon Gate Vault.

This particular specimen is considered a lapidary spider that will transform a foraged item into a gemstone for crafting purposes.

A qualifying merchant can change the base description (15/15/15 only) of your spider for you.

To utilize this unique spider, you will need to add it to a Spidersilk Apothecary.</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>An Apothecary Spider

A dark brown white-tailed spider is a unique specimen that functions with A Spidersilk Apothecary, which can be obtained through an Ebon Gate Vault.

This particular specimen is considered a tinkerer spider that will transform any effigy, figurine, miniature, sculpture, statuette, or statue into a charm for weaving.

To utilize this unique spider, you will need to add it to a Spidersilk Apothecary.
|inspect= 
|show= 
|affinity= 
|itemverbtable= 
}}
{{itemtiermulti 
|item=House of Spider 
|itemsummary=The House of Spider is a storage device capable of holding extra spiders. 
|analyze= 
You take a closer look at an ebonwood-framed miniature house with glass walls.
You analyze the ebonwood house and sense that the creator has provided the following information:

The House that the Spider Built (a.k.a - House of Spider)
Found in Naidem, the house is a small house built to hold the Spidersilk Apothecary spiders and will store them weightlessly. These special spiders can be found by searching through spiderwebs in Graveyard Temporalis, Outer Rim (eastern side).

How the House of Spider Works<br>
PUT - a spider (or up to 80 different ones) into the house<br>
GAZE - to view all of the alteration spiders stored inside by type {ie: wood, stone, etc.}<br>
GLANCE - to view all of the transmorphing spiders stored inside<br>
LOOK - to display a full list of all spiders stored in the house<br>
PLUCK - to remove the spider that is on display<br>
WHISPER - cycle through the spiders and/or prepare a spider for removal<br>

It can house 80 unique spiders in total. Currently: 0 of 80.

Alterations
The house can be altered provide it is some kind of storage container for spiders.
|inspect= 
|show= 
|affinity= 
|itemverbtable=Yes 
}}
: {| {{verbtable}} 
|- {{verbtableheader|90}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Style 
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|GAZE
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|GLANCE
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|LOOK
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|PLUCK
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|PUT
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|WHISPER
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|
| {{addmetext}}
| {{addmetext}}
|}
==Additional Information==
[[Spidersilk_Apothecary/List_of_spiders|See the glorious spiders]] drawn from the gossamer spiderweb at Ebon Gate 2025 and their designs. This is a list of the alteration spiders that work with cloth, gemstone, glass, leather, stone, metal, and wood.
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{{iteminfo
|type=Fluff 
|type2=Crafting
|itemclass=Miscellaneous 
|itemtype=Box 
|itemtype2=Spider
|alter=Yes 
|ld=No 
|feature= 
|customize=Yes 
|custom=Alteration spider long description options 
|origmerch= 
|releasevenue=Ebon Gate 
|releaseyear=2025 
|questitem= 
|tiered= 
|tiersnumber= 
|unlock= 
|legendary= 
|demeanor= 
|loresong= 
|corrscript= 
|attune=Permanent 
|attunement=Character 
|affinity= 
|spell= 
|enhancive= 
|swap= 
|add= 
|restrictions=See individual ANALYZE information for alteration restrictions. 
}}
{{itemverb
|verb=GAZE 
|verb2=GLANCE
|verb3=LOOK
|verb4=PEER
|verb5=PINCH
|verb6=PLUCK
|verb7=PUT
|verb8=TICKLE
|verb9=TURN
|verb10=TWIST
|verb11=WHISPER
}}
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[[Category:Ebon Gate quest items]]
[[Category:Evermore Hollow]]

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-04-30T01:28:29Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Mount Flourish */

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-04-30T01:07:29Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

RWShop:Horsing Around/2026

2026-04-28T15:13:08Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with " __NoTOC__ <onlyinclude>{{Tempshop |look=a muddy canvas tent flying a horse-emblazoned pennant |realrnum= 8208740|mapid= |rnum= |portal= canvas tent}} ===Horsing Around, Showroom=== {{RoomDescription| |roomname=Horsing Around, Showroom |desc=Scorch marks and soot stain the canvas near a small workbench in one corner of this modest shop. An intricate contraption hangs from the ridgepole. A confusing jumble of polished brass mirrors and gears, the contraption serves to m..."

__NoTOC__
<onlyinclude>{{Tempshop
|look=a muddy canvas tent flying a horse-emblazoned pennant |realrnum= 8208740|mapid= |rnum= |portal= canvas tent}}
===Horsing Around, Showroom===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Horsing Around, Showroom
|desc=Scorch marks and soot stain the canvas near a small workbench in one corner of this modest shop. An intricate contraption hangs from the ridgepole. A confusing jumble of polished brass mirrors and gears, the contraption serves to magnify light from a single oil lamp and focus it on a single display case in the center of the area.
|realrnum= 8209141
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= out}}
<blockquote>
{{Container2||container=In the display case you see:||contents= a dark red metal toy scorpion, a russet-hued metal toy horse, a polished cyan metal toy tortoise, a speckled metal toy deer, a spotted black metal toy lizard, a lustrous white metal toy unicorn, a polished grey metal toy rolton, a sleek black metal toy beetle, a red and black metal toy spider, and a large brown metal toy bear.}}
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
{| class="wikitable col-3-right" {{prettytable}} style="width: 80%;" aria-label="In a display case"
|-
! scope="col" style="max-width: 25%;" | Item
! scope="col" style="max-width: 15%;" | Type
! scope="col" | Info
! scope="col" style="width: 40%;" | Details
! scope="col" | Price
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a dark red metal toy scorpion ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556904" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556904">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a russet-hued metal toy horse ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556903" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556903">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a polished cyan metal toy tortoise ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556902" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556902">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a speckled metal toy deer ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556901" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556901">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a spotted black metal toy lizard ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556900" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556900">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a lustrous white metal toy unicorn ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556899" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556899">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a polished grey metal toy rolton ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556898" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556898">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a sleek black metal toy beetle ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556897" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556897">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a red and black metal toy spider ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556896" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556896">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
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|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a large brown metal toy bear ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Siegery_Mount|Siegery - Mount]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki> <div class="mw-customtoggle-63556895" role="link" style="text-decoration: underline">Analyze</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-63556895">
'''Analyze:'''<pre style="border: none; font-family: sans-serif; padding: .5em; margin: .25em 0;"><nowiki>
Custom Missed Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Hit Attack Messaging: [none]
Custom Death Messaging: [none]
Custom Idle Messaging: [none]
</nowiki></pre>
</div>
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|-
|}
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
{{Container2||container=On the small workbench you see:||contents= a turquoise oak barn flying copper beetle-embossed pennants, a large sable barn painted in crimson webwork, and a scrap of scribbled parchment.}}
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
{{sign|margin-right=40%|sign='''a scrap of scribbled parchment'''<nowiki>
In the Common language, it reads:
Saddlebags - Repair case, Barns - Castles representing each faction, Ballista - Not appropriate for this venue.
</nowiki>}}
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
{| class="wikitable col-3-right" {{prettytable}} style="width: 80%;" aria-label="On a small workbench"
|-
! scope="col" style="max-width: 25%;" | Item
! scope="col" style="max-width: 15%;" | Type
! scope="col" | Info
! scope="col" style="width: 40%;" | Details
! scope="col" | Price
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a turquoise oak barn flying copper beetle-embossed pennants ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Castle_Miniature|Siegery - Castle]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki>
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|-
| style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;" | a large sable barn painted in crimson webwork ||style="vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;"|
|style="vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| < 1 lb<br> ||style="width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| [[Siegery#Castle_Miniature|Siegery - Castle]]<noinclude>[[Sells script::Siegery| ]]</noinclude><br><nowiki>
</nowiki>
|style="white-space:nowrap; vertical-align: top; text-align: right;"| 200
|-
|}
</blockquote>
</onlyinclude>[[Tempshop name::Horsing Around| ]]{{DEFAULTSORT:Horsing Around, Showroom}}[[Category:Rumor Woods 2026 shops]]

RWShop:Horsing Around

2026-04-28T15:11:13Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Horsing Around/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
{{Special:PrefixIndex/{{FULLPAGENAME}}/|stripprefix=yes|hideredirects=yes}}

{{DEFAULTSORT:Horsing Around}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]

RWShop:Elenesse Atelier/2026

2026-04-28T15:09:28Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "__NoTOC__ <onlyinclude>{{Tempshop |look=a two-story manor house |realrnum= 8211360|mapid= |rnum= |portal= manor house}} ===Elenesse Atelier, Foyer=== {{RoomDescription| |roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Foyer |desc=Surrounded by stonework, the exit is framed in dark mahogany with a slightly curved lintel. The adjoining walls are covered in pristine white plaster, while the ceiling has exposed rafters that support golden linden paneling. Flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows th..."

__NoTOC__
<onlyinclude>{{Tempshop
|look=a two-story manor house |realrnum= 8211360|mapid= |rnum= |portal= manor house}}
===Elenesse Atelier, Foyer===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Foyer
|desc=Surrounded by stonework, the exit is framed in dark mahogany with a slightly curved lintel. The adjoining walls are covered in pristine white plaster, while the ceiling has exposed rafters that support golden linden paneling. Flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows that provide a view of the arctic landscape beyond, an enormous cobblestone fireplace spreads heat through the open space, dispelling any chill that that tries to invade the domicile. You also see a large floor basket filled with wooden sticks.
|realrnum= 8211351
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= north, south, out}}
===Elenesse Atelier, Hall===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Hall
|desc=Stretching from the foyer in the south to the alcove in the north, a long fuzzy runner of shaggy white roltalen muffles the movement of those within the hall. Large windows capped in keyhole arches dominate the western walls with their leaded, stained-glass designs and each is surrounded by a plethora of frosted globes that keep the expanse illuminated. Here and there, doors providing entry to various workspaces fill the space beyond the white stucco walls. You also see a quill-carved mahogany door stained in colorful inks and a stained-glass door wreathed in silver filigree and deep blue.
|realrnum= 8211352
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= north, south}}
===Elenesse Atelier, Hall===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Hall
|desc=Stretching from the foyer in the south to the alcove in the north, a long fuzzy runner of shaggy white roltalen muffles the movement of those within the hall. Large windows capped in keyhole arches dominate the western walls with their leaded, stained-glass designs and each is surrounded by a plethora of frosted globes that keep the expanse illuminated. Here and there, doors providing entry to various workspaces fill the space beyond the white stucco walls. You also see a ring-inset sandalwood door covered in a jeweled mosaic and a stained-glass door framed in leaded curls of cobalt and gold.
|realrnum= 8211353
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= north, south}}
===Elenesse Atelier, Alcove===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Alcove
|desc=Crescent-shaped, the alcove has exposed dark mahogany rafters that support a ceiling of glossy golden linden planks. Pendant-shaped lanterns dangle over the space, spreading an even illumination that aids those working nearby. An orb-shaped cobblestone fireplace keeps the chill of arctic winds at bay, while grey suede chairs and small tables are arranged in social circles for the comfort of those working. You also see a robe-engulfed elven scholar and a large floor basket filled with wooden sticks.
|realrnum= 8211355
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= south}}
<noinclude><blockquote>
{{sign|margin-right=40%|sign='''a robe-engulfed elven scholar'''
Almost fully concealed beneath a layered robe of bluish grey maedatha, the elven scholar's vibrant hazel green eyes gaze around the alcove in quiet contemplation. A well-honed collection of tools and devices are draped across her torso, each one set at an angle for ease of use. Inked across her visible, tanned skin are floral arabesques, the myriad of botanicals engulfing her lithe hands.
}}
</blockquote>
</noinclude>
===Elenesse Atelier, Hall===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Hall
|desc=Stretching from the foyer in the north to the alcove in the south, a long fuzzy runner of shaggy white roltalen muffles the movement of those within the hall. Large windows capped in keyhole arches dominate the western walls with their leaded, stained-glass designs and each is surrounded by a plethora of frosted globes that keep the expanse illuminated. Here and there, doors provide entry to various workspaces that stretch beyond the white stucco walls. You also see a cutlery-branded walnut door framed in dried herbs, a carved golden linden bench and a gear-inset golden linden door.
|realrnum= 8211354
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= north, south}}
===Elenesse Atelier, Alcove===
{{RoomDescription|
|roomname=Elenesse Atelier, Alcove
|desc=Crescent-shaped, the alcove has exposed dark mahogany rafters that support a ceiling of glossy golden linden planks. Pendant-shaped lanterns dangle over the space, spreading an even illumination that aids those working nearby. An orb-shaped cobblestone fireplace keeps the chill of arctic winds at bay, while grey suede chairs and small tables are arranged in social circles for the comfort of those working. You also see a long-bearded dwarven cutler, a flora-crowned forest gnome potter and a large floor basket filled with wooden sticks.
|realrnum= 8211356
|rnum=
|exits=
|paths= north}}
<noinclude><blockquote>
{{sign|margin-right=40%|sign='''a long-bearded dwarven cutler'''
The cutler gazes around the alcove beneath a pair of riveted leather goggles, the woman armed with a bandolier filled with mixed metal cutlery and belt-affixed cylinders of sanded wood. Woven through the ring-decorated plaits of her beard are a number of crafting needles, the pointed ends protected by pieces of cork.
}}
</blockquote>
</noinclude>
<noinclude><blockquote>
{{sign|margin-right=40%|sign='''a flora-crowned forest gnome potter'''
Loops of colorful fabric drape from the potter's ribbon-latticed belt, the wound lengths curtaining the various paint-speckled pockets covering her skirt. Ringlets of her rainbow gradient-dyed hair rests amongst the florals crowning her head, the length neatly pierced by an elongated paintbrush.
}}
</blockquote>
</noinclude>
[[Tempshop name::Elenesse Atelier| ]]{{DEFAULTSORT:Elenesse Atelier, Foyer}}[[Category:Rumor Woods 2026 shops]]

RWShop:Elenesse Atelier

2026-04-28T15:03:59Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

{{TOCright}}
==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Elenesse Atelier/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
{{Special:PrefixIndex/{{FULLPAGENAME}}/|stripprefix=yes|hideredirects=yes}}

{{DEFAULTSORT:Elenesse Atelier}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]

Announcement: Clarifications on Rumor Woods Auction

2026-04-26T13:01:53Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=Events |subject=Announcement: Clarifications on Rumor Woods Auction |author=GS4-THANDIWE |date=2026-04-25 |changelog=2026 }} As a reminder, the Rumor Woods auction will be at 4pm on May 2nd, 2026 in Sylinar's Tower. Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following: * 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods * 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials uni..."

{{Announcement
|category=Events
|subject=Announcement: Clarifications on Rumor Woods Auction
|author=GS4-THANDIWE
|date=2026-04-25
|changelog=2026
}}
As a reminder, the Rumor Woods auction will be at 4pm on May 2nd, 2026 in Sylinar's Tower.

Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following:

* 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Property Offerings (These are modifications or adjustments to current properties. There will not be a property offered this time around.)
* 4 Mount Combat Flourishes
* 3-4 Spell Craft-related Items
* 5-6 Misc. Items
: There will not be random prizes.
: There will not be a global rpa.
: There will not be games.

Keep an eye on [[Rumor_Woods_Auction|Rumor Woods Auction]] page.
===tldr===
Keep an eye on [[Rumor_Woods_Auction|Rumor Woods Auction]] page.

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-04-26T01:51:26Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

==Rumor Woods Auction ==

=== 2026 Announcement ===

Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026.

On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings.

There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event.

'''OOC Note:''' This is not a Wyromania, shenanigans, or in any way Duskruin-esque. This is something different and will remain unique to Rumor Woods and Summit Academy. Please set your expectations appropriately.

==== Clarifications ====

Offerings at the Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction will include the following:

* 5 Unique weapons with Rumor Woods themes and/or material unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Unique armors with Rumor Woods themes and/or materials unique to Rumor Woods
* 3 Property Offerings (These are modifications or adjustments to new properties. There will not be a property offered this time around.)
* 4 Mount Combat Flourishes
* 3-4 Spell Craft-related Items
* 5-6 Misc. Items

: There will not be random prizes.
: There will not be a global rpa.
: There will not be games.

==== Teasers ====

=== 2022 Auction ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Caption text
|-
! Item !! Description !! Misc
|-
|Full Remodel of Playershop
|-
|Premium home alteration (just the objects in the home)
|-
|Custom Spell Prep
|-
|Custom Prename Title
|-
|Custom Postname Title
|-
|Custom Signature Verb
|-
|Custom Swear
|-
|Custom Logphrase (login/logout)
|-
|5 EzScripts on a single item
|-
|Fully unlocked tent
|-
|Fully unlocked UpSleeves
|-
|Fully unlocked and customized pirate harness
|-
|Fully unlocked and customized climatewear
|-
|Custom spirit shroud must have the item
|-
|Custom spirit shroud must have the item
|-
|Custom spirit shroud must have the item
|-
|Xojium staff full unlock (access to all 20 verbs)
|-
|Xojium robes full unlock (access to all 20 verbs)
|-
|Dhu consolation cloak script adding
|-
|T5 HolySheath
|-
|T5 HolySheath
|-
|T4 MagicSling
|-
|T4 MagicSling
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, customized bugs
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, customized bugs
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, customized bugs
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Private Property Owner Only, foraged item prop
|-
|Customized Fatal Afflares flare message
|-
|Custom Stable Loft
|-
|Custom Stable Loft
|-
|Satyr Wisp
|-
|Dyrad Wisp
|-
|Group RPA
|}

[[Category: Rumor Woods]]

Rumor Woods 2026 Auction

2026-04-26T01:45:52Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "==Rumor Woods Auction == === 2026 Announcement === Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026. On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings. There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event. '''OOC Note:''' This is not a Wyromania..."

Category:Rumor Woods

2026-04-26T01:30:13Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Run Dates */

<div class="alert alert-info"><center>'''Rumor Woods will begin Friday, April 10th at 9pm Eastern and close on Sunday, May 3rd at 11:45pm Eastern.<br><br>Shop List is available at the [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|Part 2]].<br><br>The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at [[Rumor_Woods/2026_saved_posts|Rumor Woods 2026 Information]].'''</center></div>
[[Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|right|550x550px|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.]]
{{TOCright}}
'''Rumor Woods''' is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced [[mount]]s to Gemstone along with jousting. Similar to [[Duskruin Arena]], the majority of transactions are handled without [[merchant]] interaction. The event offers many character customization options. In addition, players can play games, buy mounts, customize them, and buy gear for themselves or their mounts. The event grounds include portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit [[Stories of Rumor Woods]].

==Run Dates==
: {| class="wikitable"
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Ticket Sales End
! scope="col" | Event Closes
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" | April 10 - May 3, 2026
| April 30, 2026 at 11:45PM Eastern
| May 3, 11:45pm Eastern
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Shop listing, part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|part 2]]
| [[Rumor Woods Auction]]<br>May 2nd, 2024 at 4pm EDT
| [[Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts|Announcements & Teasers]]
|}

: {| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-previousruns"
|+ style=white-space:nowrap | For a list of previous run dates, shop lists, and saved posts, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-previousruns" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">here</span>.
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 11 - May 4, 2025
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2025 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 19 - May 5, 2024
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2024 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 16 - June 30, 2023
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2023 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 10 - June 26, 2022
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|Shop List]]
| Raikhen Auction
| [[Rumor Woods/2022 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 11 - June 27, 2021
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2021 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 19 - June 30, 2020
| Jousting, Fox Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2020 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 1 - June 16, 2019
| Jousting
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2019 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|}

==Activities==
* [[Jousting]] - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new [[Title system#Rumor Woods|titles]] as well!
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.
Image:RumorWoods2025_1920x1080.jpg|2025 - Rumor Woods: Bee vs. Bear|alt=An armored knight rides a powerful warhorse through a snowy forest, bearing a green shield emblazoned with golden bees. He raises it defensively against an opposing knight clad in purple, who charges atop a snarling polar bear. Swarming bees hover in the misty background.
Image:RumorWoods BeetleVsSpider 1920x1080.jpg|2024 - Rumor Woods: Beetle vs. Spider|alt=A red mechanical beetle and a blue mechanical spider face off atop a mechanical clock which mysteriously displays 13:00. Along the left side three mechanical beetles make a border, and three mechanical spiders mimic on the right side. A banner at the bottom reads "Fryc & Shives Laboratories Presents."
Image:RumorWood TheRoltonVsTheWolf 1920x1080.jpg|2023 - Rumor Woods: The Rolton vs. the Wolf|alt=Four roltons make their way across a forest, each wearing different expressions. The one in the forefront eyes a mushroom on a downed tree with curiosity, with the one behind it wearing an indignant expression. The two in the back appear glib. A wolf lies in wait beneath the downed tree, poised for attack.
Image:Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon.jpg|2022 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon|alt=A silver-haired unicorn faces off against a wastesdragon, a large-bodied lizard. The lizard stands atop a rock with its mouth agape. The artwork features heavy lines with colors similar to a watered down ink painting.
Image:RW2021.png|2021 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Stag and the Lion|alt=Heavy linework and vibrant colors bring life to this image of an antlered stag mid-attack against a lion poised with a paw to swipe with its maw open and ready to bite.
Image:RW2020.jpg|2020 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Coney and the Tortoise|alt=A large tortoise emerges from roiling waves with its neck outstretched as it attempts to snap at a coney jumping backwards out of its way.
Image:Rumorwoods.jpg|2019 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Serpent and the Phoenix|alt=An armored knight bears a lance in hand and rides atop a caparisoned in blue and gold as onlookers in the stand cheer.
</gallery>
* [[Fox Hunt]] - The Fox Hunt is a quick chase to find the cunning fox. Adventurers have 90 seconds to track down the fox to be awarded currency and other prizes! Finding other fauna in Rumor Woods will also come with rewards! Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bugle''' that can be used to summon a [[fox pet|pet fox]] (initial release 2020).
* [[Pixie Hunt]] - Added in 2021. The Pixie Hunt is similar to the original Fox Hunt, but you need to track down a pixie instead. Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bell''' that can be used to summon a [[lamb pet|pet lamb]].

Use {{boldmono|EVENT STATS RUMOR}} to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities.

==Features==
===[[Currency]]===
The featured currency for Rumor Woods is [[raikhen]] which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via {{boldmono|TICKET BALANCE}}.

===Shopping===
Rumor Woods grounds feature various exclusive items and finds, including mounts, mount-related gear and customizations, weapons, armor, crafting items, and more! Character customizations are available on the grounds of the Summit Academy, which includes Sylinar's Spire.

===[[Mount]]s===
* Types:
** [[Horse mount|Horse]] - Released June 2019
** [[Tortoise mount|Tortoise]] - Released June 2020
** [[Deer mount|Deer]] - Released June 2021
** [[Lizard mount|Lizard]] - Released June 2022
** [[Rolton mount | Rolton]] - Released June 2023
** [[Beetle mount|Beetle]] - Released April 2024
** [[Spider mount|Spider]] - Released April 2024
** [[Bear mount|Bear]] - Released April 2025
** [[Scorpion mount|Scorpion]] - Released April 2026
* Mount customizations
* Mount-related equipment

===Character Customizations===
<small>''Note: All customizations are premade only.''</small>
1000 Raikhen each!
* [[PREPARE (verb)#Custom Spell Prep|Spell prep customizations]] - Both individual and full spell circles
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom spell preps|custom spell prep options]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 advanced spell customizations|spell customization options]], as well as [[Rumor Woods/2026 bolt spell customizations|bolt customization options]] - customize the effects of certain spells
* [[SWEAR (verb)#Swear Mine (customized_swears)|Swears]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom swears|custom swears]]
* [[Custom logphrases|Log on/off messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 logphrase customizations|custom logon/off options]]
* [[Death's Sting#Death Messaging|Death messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 death customizations|death messaging options]]
* [[SIGNATURE (verb)|Signature verbs]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 signature verbs|signature verbs]]
* [[Character feature|Feature options]] - Including body type (exclusive)
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2024 feature customizations|feature alteration options]]
* [[Urchin Guide#Urchin Movement Messaging|Urchin Guide Movement Messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 urchin guide customizations|urchin guide movement messaging options]]

===Additional Items/Services===
* [[Weight reduction]] for containers
* [[Enhancive hider|Enhancive hiding jewelry]]

===[[Dabbler]]===
A '''perky bearded dabbler''' is located inside of [[RWShop:The Brass Ring|The Brass Ring]] and charges in raikhen for [[item property removal]] services.

===[[Booklet exchange NPC|An Old Has-been Jouster]]===
Visit the jouster near at the Rumor Woods, Junction to exchange your booklet for experience and raikhen.

==Additional Information==
===Pricing===
Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the '''[[SimuCoin | Simucoin store]]'''. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt.
{| {{prettytable}}
|-
! scope="col" | Item
! scope="col" | Simucoin Cost
! scope="col" | Description
! scope="col" | Object
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (250 uses) || 25,000 || 250 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Vaalin Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (100 uses) || 10,000 || 100 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Laje Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (50 uses) || 5,000 || 50 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Golden Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (25 uses) || 2,500 || 25 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Silver Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (10 uses) || 1,000 || 10 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Bronze Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (1 uses) || 100 || 1 entry into Rumor Woods (jousting, fox hunt) || A Circular Tin Sunburst Marker
|}

===Portal or Travel Info===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT TRANSPORT RUMOR}} in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds.

===Refund Policy===
{{:Pay events refund policy}}

==={{boldmono|EVENT}}===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT}} in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods.

===[[Title System|Titles]]===
Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed.
<section begin=rwtitles />
{| <noinclude>class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-titles"
|+ style="white-space:nowrap; text-align:left;" | To view the lists of potential titles, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-titles" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">'''here'''</span>.</noinclude>
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Jousting]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|jousting}}
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Fox Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|foxhunt}}
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Pixie Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|pixiehunt}}
|}<section end=rwtitles />

===[[Rumor Woods/Areas of interest|Areas of Interest]]===
Rumor Woods has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially [[roleplay]] at.

===[[Stories of Rumor Woods]]===
Rumor Woods has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods.

===[[TownCrier]] Articles===
* Town Crier [[Rumor Woods Teasers Archive by The TownCrier|Rumor Woods Teaser Archive]]

==Artwork Archive==
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Yearly Promotional Artwork|Promotional Artwork]]
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Maps|ASCII map screenshots & Player-created maps]]

[[Category:Pay events]]

Category:Rumor Woods

2026-04-26T01:29:52Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

<div class="alert alert-info"><center>'''Rumor Woods will begin Friday, April 10th at 9pm Eastern and close on Sunday, May 3rd at 11:45pm Eastern.<br><br>Shop List is available at the [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|Part 2]].<br><br>The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at [[Rumor_Woods/2026_saved_posts|Rumor Woods 2026 Information]].'''</center></div>
[[Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|right|550x550px|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.]]
{{TOCright}}
'''Rumor Woods''' is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced [[mount]]s to Gemstone along with jousting. Similar to [[Duskruin Arena]], the majority of transactions are handled without [[merchant]] interaction. The event offers many character customization options. In addition, players can play games, buy mounts, customize them, and buy gear for themselves or their mounts. The event grounds include portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit [[Stories of Rumor Woods]].

==Run Dates==
: {| class="wikitable"
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Ticket Sales End
! scope="col" | Event Closes
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" | April 10 - May 3, 2026
| April 30, 2026 at 11:45PM Eastern
| May 3, 11:45pm Eastern
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Shop listing, part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|part 2]]
| [[Rumor Woods Auction]]May 2nd, 2024 at 4pm EDT
| [[Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts|Announcements & Teasers]]
|}

: {| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-previousruns"
|+ style=white-space:nowrap | For a list of previous run dates, shop lists, and saved posts, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-previousruns" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">here</span>.
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 11 - May 4, 2025
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2025 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 19 - May 5, 2024
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2024 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 16 - June 30, 2023
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2023 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 10 - June 26, 2022
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|Shop List]]
| Raikhen Auction
| [[Rumor Woods/2022 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 11 - June 27, 2021
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2021 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 19 - June 30, 2020
| Jousting, Fox Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2020 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 1 - June 16, 2019
| Jousting
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2019 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|}

==Activities==
* [[Jousting]] - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new [[Title system#Rumor Woods|titles]] as well!
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.
Image:RumorWoods2025_1920x1080.jpg|2025 - Rumor Woods: Bee vs. Bear|alt=An armored knight rides a powerful warhorse through a snowy forest, bearing a green shield emblazoned with golden bees. He raises it defensively against an opposing knight clad in purple, who charges atop a snarling polar bear. Swarming bees hover in the misty background.
Image:RumorWoods BeetleVsSpider 1920x1080.jpg|2024 - Rumor Woods: Beetle vs. Spider|alt=A red mechanical beetle and a blue mechanical spider face off atop a mechanical clock which mysteriously displays 13:00. Along the left side three mechanical beetles make a border, and three mechanical spiders mimic on the right side. A banner at the bottom reads "Fryc & Shives Laboratories Presents."
Image:RumorWood TheRoltonVsTheWolf 1920x1080.jpg|2023 - Rumor Woods: The Rolton vs. the Wolf|alt=Four roltons make their way across a forest, each wearing different expressions. The one in the forefront eyes a mushroom on a downed tree with curiosity, with the one behind it wearing an indignant expression. The two in the back appear glib. A wolf lies in wait beneath the downed tree, poised for attack.
Image:Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon.jpg|2022 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon|alt=A silver-haired unicorn faces off against a wastesdragon, a large-bodied lizard. The lizard stands atop a rock with its mouth agape. The artwork features heavy lines with colors similar to a watered down ink painting.
Image:RW2021.png|2021 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Stag and the Lion|alt=Heavy linework and vibrant colors bring life to this image of an antlered stag mid-attack against a lion poised with a paw to swipe with its maw open and ready to bite.
Image:RW2020.jpg|2020 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Coney and the Tortoise|alt=A large tortoise emerges from roiling waves with its neck outstretched as it attempts to snap at a coney jumping backwards out of its way.
Image:Rumorwoods.jpg|2019 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Serpent and the Phoenix|alt=An armored knight bears a lance in hand and rides atop a caparisoned in blue and gold as onlookers in the stand cheer.
</gallery>
* [[Fox Hunt]] - The Fox Hunt is a quick chase to find the cunning fox. Adventurers have 90 seconds to track down the fox to be awarded currency and other prizes! Finding other fauna in Rumor Woods will also come with rewards! Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bugle''' that can be used to summon a [[fox pet|pet fox]] (initial release 2020).
* [[Pixie Hunt]] - Added in 2021. The Pixie Hunt is similar to the original Fox Hunt, but you need to track down a pixie instead. Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bell''' that can be used to summon a [[lamb pet|pet lamb]].

Use {{boldmono|EVENT STATS RUMOR}} to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities.

==Features==
===[[Currency]]===
The featured currency for Rumor Woods is [[raikhen]] which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via {{boldmono|TICKET BALANCE}}.

===Shopping===
Rumor Woods grounds feature various exclusive items and finds, including mounts, mount-related gear and customizations, weapons, armor, crafting items, and more! Character customizations are available on the grounds of the Summit Academy, which includes Sylinar's Spire.

===[[Mount]]s===
* Types:
** [[Horse mount|Horse]] - Released June 2019
** [[Tortoise mount|Tortoise]] - Released June 2020
** [[Deer mount|Deer]] - Released June 2021
** [[Lizard mount|Lizard]] - Released June 2022
** [[Rolton mount | Rolton]] - Released June 2023
** [[Beetle mount|Beetle]] - Released April 2024
** [[Spider mount|Spider]] - Released April 2024
** [[Bear mount|Bear]] - Released April 2025
** [[Scorpion mount|Scorpion]] - Released April 2026
* Mount customizations
* Mount-related equipment

===Character Customizations===
<small>''Note: All customizations are premade only.''</small>
1000 Raikhen each!
* [[PREPARE (verb)#Custom Spell Prep|Spell prep customizations]] - Both individual and full spell circles
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom spell preps|custom spell prep options]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 advanced spell customizations|spell customization options]], as well as [[Rumor Woods/2026 bolt spell customizations|bolt customization options]] - customize the effects of certain spells
* [[SWEAR (verb)#Swear Mine (customized_swears)|Swears]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom swears|custom swears]]
* [[Custom logphrases|Log on/off messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 logphrase customizations|custom logon/off options]]
* [[Death's Sting#Death Messaging|Death messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 death customizations|death messaging options]]
* [[SIGNATURE (verb)|Signature verbs]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 signature verbs|signature verbs]]
* [[Character feature|Feature options]] - Including body type (exclusive)
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2024 feature customizations|feature alteration options]]
* [[Urchin Guide#Urchin Movement Messaging|Urchin Guide Movement Messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 urchin guide customizations|urchin guide movement messaging options]]

===Additional Items/Services===
* [[Weight reduction]] for containers
* [[Enhancive hider|Enhancive hiding jewelry]]

===[[Dabbler]]===
A '''perky bearded dabbler''' is located inside of [[RWShop:The Brass Ring|The Brass Ring]] and charges in raikhen for [[item property removal]] services.

===[[Booklet exchange NPC|An Old Has-been Jouster]]===
Visit the jouster near at the Rumor Woods, Junction to exchange your booklet for experience and raikhen.

==Additional Information==
===Pricing===
Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the '''[[SimuCoin | Simucoin store]]'''. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt.
{| {{prettytable}}
|-
! scope="col" | Item
! scope="col" | Simucoin Cost
! scope="col" | Description
! scope="col" | Object
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (250 uses) || 25,000 || 250 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Vaalin Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (100 uses) || 10,000 || 100 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Laje Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (50 uses) || 5,000 || 50 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Golden Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (25 uses) || 2,500 || 25 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Silver Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (10 uses) || 1,000 || 10 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Bronze Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (1 uses) || 100 || 1 entry into Rumor Woods (jousting, fox hunt) || A Circular Tin Sunburst Marker
|}

===Portal or Travel Info===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT TRANSPORT RUMOR}} in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds.

===Refund Policy===
{{:Pay events refund policy}}

==={{boldmono|EVENT}}===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT}} in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods.

===[[Title System|Titles]]===
Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed.
<section begin=rwtitles />
{| <noinclude>class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-titles"
|+ style="white-space:nowrap; text-align:left;" | To view the lists of potential titles, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-titles" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">'''here'''</span>.</noinclude>
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Jousting]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|jousting}}
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Fox Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|foxhunt}}
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Pixie Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|pixiehunt}}
|}<section end=rwtitles />

===[[Rumor Woods/Areas of interest|Areas of Interest]]===
Rumor Woods has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially [[roleplay]] at.

===[[Stories of Rumor Woods]]===
Rumor Woods has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods.

===[[TownCrier]] Articles===
* Town Crier [[Rumor Woods Teasers Archive by The TownCrier|Rumor Woods Teaser Archive]]

==Artwork Archive==
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Yearly Promotional Artwork|Promotional Artwork]]
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Maps|ASCII map screenshots & Player-created maps]]

[[Category:Pay events]]

Category:Rumor Woods

2026-04-26T01:28:00Z

GS4-THANDIWE:

<div class="alert alert-info"><center>'''Rumor Woods will begin Friday, April 10th at 9pm Eastern and close on Sunday, May 3rd at 11:45pm Eastern.<br><br>Shop List is available at the [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|Part 2]].<br><br>The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at [[Rumor_Woods/2026_saved_posts|Rumor Woods 2026 Information]].'''</center></div>
[[Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|right|550x550px|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.]]
{{TOCright}}
'''Rumor Woods''' is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced [[mount]]s to Gemstone along with jousting. Similar to [[Duskruin Arena]], the majority of transactions are handled without [[merchant]] interaction. The event offers many character customization options. In addition, players can play games, buy mounts, customize them, and buy gear for themselves or their mounts. The event grounds include portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit [[Stories of Rumor Woods]].

==Run Dates==
: {| class="wikitable"
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Ticket Sales End
! scope="col" | Event Closes
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" | April 10 - May 3, 2026
|
| May 3, 11:45pm Eastern
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Shop listing, part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|part 2]]
| [[Rumor Woods Auction]]May 2nd, 2024 at 4pm EDT
| [[Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts|Announcements & Teasers]]
|}

: {| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-previousruns"
|+ style=white-space:nowrap | For a list of previous run dates, shop lists, and saved posts, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-previousruns" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">here</span>.
|-
! scope="col" | Dates
! scope="col" | Offerings
! scope="col" | Shop Listings
! scope="col" | Special Offerings
! scope="col" | Saved Posts
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 11 - May 4, 2025
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2025 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 19 - May 5, 2024
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2024 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 16 - June 30, 2023
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 2|Shop List, part 2]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2023 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 10 - June 26, 2022
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|Shop List]]
| Raikhen Auction
| [[Rumor Woods/2022 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 11 - June 27, 2021
| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2021 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 19 - June 30, 2020
| Jousting, Fox Hunt
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2020 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|-
| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 1 - June 16, 2019
| Jousting
| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|Shop List]]
|
| [[Rumor Woods/2019 saved posts|Saved posts]]
|}

==Activities==
* [[Jousting]] - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new [[Title system#Rumor Woods|titles]] as well!
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
Image:RumorWoods2026_1920x1080.jpg|Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa|alt=A glossy ebon scorpion faces off against a sand-colored jerboa in a desert scene.
Image:RumorWoods2025_1920x1080.jpg|2025 - Rumor Woods: Bee vs. Bear|alt=An armored knight rides a powerful warhorse through a snowy forest, bearing a green shield emblazoned with golden bees. He raises it defensively against an opposing knight clad in purple, who charges atop a snarling polar bear. Swarming bees hover in the misty background.
Image:RumorWoods BeetleVsSpider 1920x1080.jpg|2024 - Rumor Woods: Beetle vs. Spider|alt=A red mechanical beetle and a blue mechanical spider face off atop a mechanical clock which mysteriously displays 13:00. Along the left side three mechanical beetles make a border, and three mechanical spiders mimic on the right side. A banner at the bottom reads "Fryc & Shives Laboratories Presents."
Image:RumorWood TheRoltonVsTheWolf 1920x1080.jpg|2023 - Rumor Woods: The Rolton vs. the Wolf|alt=Four roltons make their way across a forest, each wearing different expressions. The one in the forefront eyes a mushroom on a downed tree with curiosity, with the one behind it wearing an indignant expression. The two in the back appear glib. A wolf lies in wait beneath the downed tree, poised for attack.
Image:Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon.jpg|2022 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon|alt=A silver-haired unicorn faces off against a wastesdragon, a large-bodied lizard. The lizard stands atop a rock with its mouth agape. The artwork features heavy lines with colors similar to a watered down ink painting.
Image:RW2021.png|2021 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Stag and the Lion|alt=Heavy linework and vibrant colors bring life to this image of an antlered stag mid-attack against a lion poised with a paw to swipe with its maw open and ready to bite.
Image:RW2020.jpg|2020 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Coney and the Tortoise|alt=A large tortoise emerges from roiling waves with its neck outstretched as it attempts to snap at a coney jumping backwards out of its way.
Image:Rumorwoods.jpg|2019 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Serpent and the Phoenix|alt=An armored knight bears a lance in hand and rides atop a caparisoned in blue and gold as onlookers in the stand cheer.
</gallery>
* [[Fox Hunt]] - The Fox Hunt is a quick chase to find the cunning fox. Adventurers have 90 seconds to track down the fox to be awarded currency and other prizes! Finding other fauna in Rumor Woods will also come with rewards! Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bugle''' that can be used to summon a [[fox pet|pet fox]] (initial release 2020).
* [[Pixie Hunt]] - Added in 2021. The Pixie Hunt is similar to the original Fox Hunt, but you need to track down a pixie instead. Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special '''bell''' that can be used to summon a [[lamb pet|pet lamb]].

Use {{boldmono|EVENT STATS RUMOR}} to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities.

==Features==
===[[Currency]]===
The featured currency for Rumor Woods is [[raikhen]] which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via {{boldmono|TICKET BALANCE}}.

===Shopping===
Rumor Woods grounds feature various exclusive items and finds, including mounts, mount-related gear and customizations, weapons, armor, crafting items, and more! Character customizations are available on the grounds of the Summit Academy, which includes Sylinar's Spire.

===[[Mount]]s===
* Types:
** [[Horse mount|Horse]] - Released June 2019
** [[Tortoise mount|Tortoise]] - Released June 2020
** [[Deer mount|Deer]] - Released June 2021
** [[Lizard mount|Lizard]] - Released June 2022
** [[Rolton mount | Rolton]] - Released June 2023
** [[Beetle mount|Beetle]] - Released April 2024
** [[Spider mount|Spider]] - Released April 2024
** [[Bear mount|Bear]] - Released April 2025
** [[Scorpion mount|Scorpion]] - Released April 2026
* Mount customizations
* Mount-related equipment

===Character Customizations===
<small>''Note: All customizations are premade only.''</small>
1000 Raikhen each!
* [[PREPARE (verb)#Custom Spell Prep|Spell prep customizations]] - Both individual and full spell circles
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom spell preps|custom spell prep options]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 advanced spell customizations|spell customization options]], as well as [[Rumor Woods/2026 bolt spell customizations|bolt customization options]] - customize the effects of certain spells
* [[SWEAR (verb)#Swear Mine (customized_swears)|Swears]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 custom swears|custom swears]]
* [[Custom logphrases|Log on/off messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 logphrase customizations|custom logon/off options]]
* [[Death's Sting#Death Messaging|Death messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 death customizations|death messaging options]]
* [[SIGNATURE (verb)|Signature verbs]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 signature verbs|signature verbs]]
* [[Character feature|Feature options]] - Including body type (exclusive)
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2024 feature customizations|feature alteration options]]
* [[Urchin Guide#Urchin Movement Messaging|Urchin Guide Movement Messaging]]
** List of [[Rumor Woods/2026 urchin guide customizations|urchin guide movement messaging options]]

===Additional Items/Services===
* [[Weight reduction]] for containers
* [[Enhancive hider|Enhancive hiding jewelry]]

===[[Dabbler]]===
A '''perky bearded dabbler''' is located inside of [[RWShop:The Brass Ring|The Brass Ring]] and charges in raikhen for [[item property removal]] services.

===[[Booklet exchange NPC|An Old Has-been Jouster]]===
Visit the jouster near at the Rumor Woods, Junction to exchange your booklet for experience and raikhen.

==Additional Information==
===Pricing===
Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the '''[[SimuCoin | Simucoin store]]'''. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt.
{| {{prettytable}}
|-
! scope="col" | Item
! scope="col" | Simucoin Cost
! scope="col" | Description
! scope="col" | Object
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (250 uses) || 25,000 || 250 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Vaalin Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (100 uses) || 10,000 || 100 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Laje Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (50 uses) || 5,000 || 50 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Golden Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (25 uses) || 2,500 || 25 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Silver Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (10 uses) || 1,000 || 10 entries into Rumor Woods || A Circular Bronze Sunburst Marker
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader"| Rumor Woods Entries (1 uses) || 100 || 1 entry into Rumor Woods (jousting, fox hunt) || A Circular Tin Sunburst Marker
|}

===Portal or Travel Info===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT TRANSPORT RUMOR}} in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds.

===Refund Policy===
{{:Pay events refund policy}}

==={{boldmono|EVENT}}===
Use {{boldmono|EVENT}} in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods.

===[[Title System|Titles]]===
Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed.
<section begin=rwtitles />
{| <noinclude>class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" id="mw-customcollapsible-titles"
|+ style="white-space:nowrap; text-align:left;" | To view the lists of potential titles, click <span class="mw-customtoggle-titles" role="link" style="color:#0000ff">'''here'''</span>.</noinclude>
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Jousting]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|jousting}}
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| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Fox Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|foxhunt}}
|-
| scope="row" role="rowheader" | '''[[Pixie Hunt]] Titles'''
|-
| {{#section:Event titles|pixiehunt}}
|}<section end=rwtitles />

===[[Rumor Woods/Areas of interest|Areas of Interest]]===
Rumor Woods has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially [[roleplay]] at.

===[[Stories of Rumor Woods]]===
Rumor Woods has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods.

===[[TownCrier]] Articles===
* Town Crier [[Rumor Woods Teasers Archive by The TownCrier|Rumor Woods Teaser Archive]]

==Artwork Archive==
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Yearly Promotional Artwork|Promotional Artwork]]
* [[:Category:Rumor Woods artwork#Maps|ASCII map screenshots & Player-created maps]]

[[Category:Pay events]]

Announcement: Gloumerrick V2 and Ornath Bookstore Books

2026-04-24T02:24:08Z

GS4-THANDIWE: Created page with "{{Announcement |category=General |subject=Announcement: Gloumerrick V2 and Ornath Bookstore Books |author=GS4-THANDIWE |date=2026-04-23 |changelog=2026 }} The following titles have been updated to work with the Book-inator. This includes Vol. 2 Books and the new release at the Isle of Ornath book stores: * Jinn of Qirnyz Gate by Nazarr Csaba * An Illustrated Rendition by Phanna Green * The Rescue of Lord Bleeds by Yvaira Na'Savar * Tale of a Cat by Silon Ogreslaye..."

{{Announcement
|category=General
|subject=Announcement: Gloumerrick V2 and Ornath Bookstore Books
|author=GS4-THANDIWE
|date=2026-04-23
|changelog=2026
}}
The following titles have been updated to work with the Book-inator. This includes Vol. 2 Books and the new release at the Isle of Ornath book stores:

* Jinn of Qirnyz Gate by Nazarr Csaba
* An Illustrated Rendition by Phanna Green
* The Rescue of Lord Bleeds by Yvaira Na'Savar
* Tale of a Cat by Silon Ogreslayer
* A Ranger's Heart by Eridal Mailrinn
* A Pocket Guide to Herb Roulette by Odevalis Suhestial
* Sixes: Instructions on How to Play the Second-Best Party Game Since
* The Fate of a Faendryl Princess - Gowain Olberath
* Chronicle of the Ivory Tower - Chutnee BornODepression
* The Forgotten Faendryl and the Death of the Ashrim - Ralkir Ralkir
* The Legend of Winterbane - Tanager Skydancin
* Salvation - From the Heart of a Poet - Rontuu Whippert
* Walking the Path of Neutrality - Capurnicus Calerous
* The Heart of Elanthia - Songowl
* Seven Hymns for the Pierced of Heart - Naamit DMVMD-Braggiani
* Prayers and Rituals of Andelas - Sayori Nrsrimadeva
* Mularos: A Study of the Arkati and His Religion - Tierus Morvaenus
* A discourse on Aeia - Unknown
* Andelasian Art of the Hunt - Kisaku Shizukatora
* Elanthia's Four Deadliest Avians - Gespry Kastellion
* The Rose's Thorn - Lisera Narma
* Tehir Chronicles - Book 1 - Radeek Androan
* The Lost Lands: Yuriqen, Caverndeep, and Others - Geremiah Newhal
* The Dhe'nar, a Primer for the Uninformed - Kristella Tr'Baren
* Where Instinct Meets Intellect: Aspects of the Wild Hunt - Mourne L
* The Malevolent Incarnated: Dark Spirits and the Demonic - Xorus Kul
* Yummy Stuff! - Leedle Beitt
* Hunter Heal Thyself - Strathe and Antalya duBane
* The Day - Ramladu Stormcheck
* Aramur Kysus and the Evolution of the Imperial Turamzyrrian Army
* Despana - Maltreis Eilindel Faendryl
* How to Read Faendryl Fashion - Lylua Rashere Faendryl
* The Architecture of the Museum Alerreth: A Geometric Perspective By Rohese Bayvel-Timbertree

To update your book, ANALYZE it. If you have altered your book in any fashion since its release, then analyzing will not work. You will get a message once you analyze it that instructs you to analyze it again to ensure no weirdness happens.

Once you've analyze your book, it will not work in the [[Book-inator]].

Here are some important things to keep in mind with this update:
* If you find content typos, then they can now be fixed en masse instead of us having to hunt down each book.
* This compresses the data in the books so that they can be properly stored.
===tldr===
Several book titles have been updated for functionality.

Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts

2026-04-16T22:11:34Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Announcement 8 - Mounted Combat */

''<big>'''Rumor Woods''' and '''Summit Academy''' are open from April 10th, 2026 at 9 PM EDT to May 3rd, 2025 at 11:59 PM EDT. The box office closes on April 30th at approximately 11:55 PM EDT.</big>''

On Discord, please follow our [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1120873800712601663 Read Only Updates].

Also, please consider joining our [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/594009994953883648/1226340340227903498 discussion channel] for Rumor Woods.

== Informational Posts ==

=== Information Post 1 - How to Earn Currency===

{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1120873800712601663/1226535102104994034 Rumor Woods Reminders]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/7/2024
}}
For those new to Rumor Woods, here's a reminder of how to earn Currency:

* Jousting - There are two entrances to jousting. One will support the Beetle Team and the other the Spider Team. When you enter, you select your equipment (though you can use your own) and a mount (though you can use your own). From there you
* Instructions:
# Present your sunburst marker at the entry table. (GO ENTRY TABLE)
# Select a mount from the paddock. (GET [MOUNT])
# Select a lance from the weapon rack. (GET [LANCE])
# Select a shield from the shield display. (GET [SHIELD])
# Present yourself at the entry table again. (GO ENTRY TABLE)
# Crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and hear the lamentations of their significant others!
Spider Entry - 8208002
Beetle Entry - 8208001
* [[Fox Hunt]] - Bugle is still the rare prize for a fox pet.
* [[Pixie Hunt]] - Bell is still the rare prize for a lamb pet.

=== Information Post 2 - Areas of Interest ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1120873800712601663/1226536417438597241 February 2024 - Rumor Woods Reminders]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/7/2024
}}
'''[[Rumor_Woods/Areas_of_interest | Areas of Interest at Rumor Woods]]:'''
* '''The Aspen Grove''' has multiple Inn Room-like tents scattered throughout the area as the Aspen Grove itself is just like an Inn. There is a Tavern w. Tables, drinks and food.
* '''Summit Academy''' is a college. It has an Ellipse at its heart that is for socializing and getting warm drinks.
* '''Cysaelotar''' was built by Aelotoi visitors and is a natural area filled witha variety of wonders.

== Announcements ==

=== Announcement 1 - Theme ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/832466682291027998/1478851855948840970 Rumor Woods 2026 Theme]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date =3/4/2026
}}
This season’s theme draws inspiration from sunbaked sands and wind-carved horizons, bringing a new palette and a new spirit to the woods. As always, our offerings will remain varied, but many of this year’s highlights carry a distinctly desert flavor.

The tournament returns with a new rivalry: Scorpion versus Jerboa.

Each side will bear its own colors:
* A beige jerboa on a field of myrtle green,
* A jet black scorpion on a field of copper,

This year’s festival mount will be the scorpion, accompanied by new lore released alongside it.

For a special twist, the Fox Hunt will change its quarry for one year only. Instead of the fox, participants will have the chance to win a jerboa pet.

Prefer not to run the hunt? No worries. The jerboa will also be available through Ewe Vixen.

Sands are shifting. Rivalries are stirring.

Rumor Woods awaits.

Event begins April 10th, 2026, at 9:30 PM EDT.

=== Announcement 2 - Titles ===
{{saved-discord-post
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| author = GM Thandiwe
| date =3/11/2026
}}

* 100 wins for Jerboa - Companion of the Desert Hopper (any number of wins)
* 500 wins for Jerboa - Knight of the Swift Dunerunner (any number of wins)
* 100 wins for Scorpion - Disciple of the Black Sting (any number of wins)
* 500 wins for Scorpion - Knight of the Paralyzing Strike (any number of wins)
* Jerboa wins & you have 100 runs (plus at least 1 greater than scorpion) - Messenger of the Shifting Sands
* Jerboa wins & you have 100 runs (plus at least 1 less than scorpion) - Witness of the Fractured Burrow
* Scorpion wins & you have 100 runs (plus at least 1 greater than jerboa) - Harbinger of the Burning Venom
* Scorpion wins & you have 100 runs (plus at least 1 less than jerboa) - Scar of the Paralytic Venom

=== Announcement 4 - Summit Academy Customs ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489310643856216145 Summit Academy Customs]
| author = GM Casil
| date =4/2/2026
}}
These customs will be added to our current collection, providing you with a wide variety of ways to feel more like you while you destroy your enemies or utter words you shouldn't say in polite company. This year, you'll note many options with a sun-scorched desert flair!

* Spell Preps
* Urchin Guides
* Signature Verbs
* Log Phrases
* Death Messages
* Swears
* Spell and bolt customs
* CMAN customs

These customs are brought to you by Casil, Elidi, Elysani, Gyres, Kaonashi, Mariath, Marstreforn, Sindin, Thandiwe, Valyrka, and Xynwen.

An enormous thank you to Isten, our QCer, who had a monstrous task to review.

=== Announcement 3 - Diriko ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489321042496454797 Diriko]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date =4/2/2026
}}

The last of the scaffolding had come down three days prior, and the landing smelled of fresh-cut stone and linseed oil. The arrow slits had been fitted with glass, their new panes catching the pale alpine light and scattering it in clean lines across the floors. The writing desk, dark and well-oiled, sat precisely where Diriko had placed it on the first day, as though it had always belonged there.

She received the dean of Summit Academy as she received everyone, with stillness, with patience, and with tea that she had prepared before he had finished climbing the stairs.

He was not an unkind man. She had taken care to note that in the years since her arrival. He managed the Academy with the weary competence of someone who had long since traded ambition for endurance, and she respected that quietly, as she respected most things quietly. He accepted the tea, settled into the chair she had placed for him, and began.

Sylinar's name entered the room like bad weather.

She listened without expression as the dean laid out his grievances with the careful precision of a man who had rehearsed them on the stairs. Attendees arriving with devices in need of attention. Requests submitted and unanswered. Correspondence returned unopened or not returned at all. The reputation of the Academy, he said, resting his teacup on his knee, was not well served by a man who could not be found when he was needed. He had sent word four times. Four times. Sylinaar was nowhere to be found.

Diriko folded her hands in her lap and let him finish.

When the last of it had settled into the room, she rose in a single smooth motion and moved to the nearest arrow slit. Below, the grounds of Summit Academy spread themselves in the late afternoon light, the old hedgerows casting long shadows across the cobbled paths. A groundskeeper moved along the far edge, tending to the snow and ice in turn. A student crossed from the east dormitory with her nose in a book, nearly walked into a post, and corrected herself without looking up.

Diriko watched, and said nothing.

The silence stretched. Behind her, she heard the dean shift in his chair. The small sound of his teacup being set carefully on the desk. Another shift.

When she turned, her smile was patient and warm, the smile of a woman who had seen a great deal and found most of it more interesting than alarming.

"I understand your frustration," she said, returning to her place with the unhurried ease of someone navigating familiar waters. "Sylinar's absence has been an inconvenience, and I do not diminish that." She settled, smoothed the front of her sky blue robe, and met his eyes with her own, clear and steady. "But I would ask you to set that frustration aside, because it is no longer necessary."

The dean opened his mouth.

She continued, gently.

"I worked at that man's side for longer than this Academy has stood. What he knows of enhancives, of charge and capacity and permanency, I know also. What he can do with a device brought to him in need, I can do here, at this desk, in this tower, which is no longer his." She paused, letting her words sink in with measured stillness. "Your attendees need not wonder where to bring their concerns. They need only climb these stairs."

She folded her hands into the sleeves of her robes and let the silence return, though this time it was a different kind entirely and she did not let it linger nearly as long.

"More tea?" she asked.

The famed erithi [[Sylinaar|Diriko]], will be available in Sylinaar's tower throughout the festivities to offer the same services that Sylinaar does at Ebon Gate.

=== Announcement 4 - 2026 Shop Announcement ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489678450112467005 Shop List]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/2/2026
}}
{| class="wikitable"
|'''New Shops'''
|'''Refreshed Shops'''
|'''Reopening Shops'''
|'''Last Run Shops'''
|-
|Better in the Saddle || Artistic Expressions || All About That Lace || [[RWShop:Common Weaves|Common Weaves]]
|-
|Bowl Me Over || Braid and Mane || Baaarnyard Bounty || [[RWShop:Earthtones|Earthtones]]
|-
|Claws and Effect || Can't Stop That Weaving || Bad Wolf Clothing || [[RWShop:Irons in the Fire|Irons in the Fire]]
|-
|Dessert Vibes || Charmed, I'm Sure || Barn with It || [[RWShop:Lambs Among Wolves|Lamb Among Wolves]]
|-
|Dhu Impression || Colorful Carapace, The || Bee's Knees, The || [[RWShop:Mount'N'Cloak|Mount'N'Cloak]]
|-
|Insurmountable || Common Weaves || Been Shanked Lately? || [[RWShop:Notcher Style|Notcher Style]]
|-
|Moody Jewels || Container Yourself || Born to Adorn || [[RWShop:On The Wing|On the Wing]]
|-
|Song Sung Blue || Curio Minds || Brass Ring, The || [[RWShop:Poiret & Company|Poiret & Company]]
|-
|Straight and Arrow || Enlightened Pages || Breaking Bread || [[RWShop:Robes of Resistance|Robes of Resistance]]
|-
|Sunscar Sanctum || Ewe Vixen || Bugs on Parade || [[RWShop:The Spirits Within|Spirits Within]]
|-
|Uvaldov's Pinions and Cogs || First Class Plane Ticket || Call of the Wild || [[RWShop:Tinkers Toys|Tinkers Toys]]
|-
|Wax Poetic || Folded Lotus, The || Cervidae Corral ||
|-
|Webs We Weave, The || Galloping Gait, The || Clodhoppers ||
|-
| || Gnomish Gnails || Cog and Zephyr ||
|-
| || Honeyed Gears || Couturier's Retreat ||
|-
| || Horsing Around || Crafter's Hearth ||
|-
| || Knight Way, The || Creative Couture ||
|-
| || Lofty Affair, A || Daily Dip, The ||
|-
| || Moving on Up || Deerner Time ||
|-
| || Palette Perfections || Devote Alloys ||
|-
| || Peaked Interest || Diminishing Demises ||
|-
| || Purls of Wisdom || Eight-legged Innovators ||
|-
| || Tinker's Toys || Ferocious Eyes ||
|-
| || Tomeward Bound || Flanked Bags, The ||
|-
| || Trim and Polish || Fryc and Shives Innovations ||
|-
| || Unfurling Battle || Gallant Groom, The ||
|-
| || Vaunt It and Flaunt It || GemStoned ||
|-
| || Vintage Visions || Gift Horse, The ||
|-
| || What Remains || Gifts of Atan Irith ||
|-
| || || Girlybird, The ||
|-
| || || Goin' Stag ||
|-
| || || Grand Stables ||
|-
| || || Greater of Two Weevils, The ||
|-
| || || Holy Sheaths ||
|-
| || || Horn and Mane ||
|-
| || || ImPressions ||
|-
| || || Leaping Leezards ||
|-
| || || Legendairy ||
|-
| || || Lesser of Two Weevils, The ||
|-
| || || Little Ticker ||
|-
| || || Lizard Nest, The ||
|-
| || || Lizard Vivarium ||
|-
| || || Merited Metalworks ||
|-
| || || Milkin' It ||
|-
| || || Obsidian Raiment ||
|-
| || || Off the Chain ||
|-
| || || Ostler's Den ||
|-
| || || Pitcher Perfect ||
|-
| || || Quit Stallin' ||
|-
| || || Rollin' In The Greens ||
|-
| || || Rolton Pens ||
|-
| || || Roundabout Racers ||
|-
| || || Saddle Me Up ||
|-
| || || Starry Lotus, The ||
|-
| || || Steaming Mugs ||
|-
| || || Tempered Threads ||
|-
| || || Tiu & Qaiteke ||
|-
| || || Tortoise Enclosure ||
|-
| || || Ursine Emporium ||
|-
| || || Ursine Paddock ||
|-
| || || View from a Stag ||
|-
| || || Virelion Hall ||
|-
| || || Whirl and Twirl ||
|-
| || || Woodn't Yew ||
|}
=== Announcement 5 - New Lore ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489810917716791558 New Lore]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/3/2026
}}

Beneath the shifting sands of the Sea of Fire and Southron Wastes, as well as the suffocating canopy of the southern jungles and elsewhere throughout Elanthia, a silent watcher lies in wait. The scrape of chitin against stone and the sharp whistle of a raised stinger descending are often the only warnings a traveler receives before encountering one of the more intimidating members of the arachnid world -- the scorpion. Scorpions have occupied the dark corners of Elanthia since the ancient ages, outlasting empires and surviving cataclysms that claimed far softer creatures.

Enjoy this New Lore Document, providing details about the [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia|Scorpions of Elanthia.]]

Created by GM Gyres, Thandiwe, Warlockes, and Xynwen, this document outlines the various cultures that interact with these dangerous animals.

=== Announcement 6 - Pet Adjustment ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490043385954828378 Pet Adjustments]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/4/2026
}}

After careful review, we are making the following adjustment:

* Fox Hunt - This year you will have a 50/50 chance to find a Songbird Egg instead of a Bugle. Starting next year, you will only be able to find a Songbird Egg.
* Pixie Hunt - This year, you'll have a chance to find a Jerboa Rainstick instead of a Bell.

'''Ewe Vixen'''
: Lamb Summoning Devices (bell) are being reduced to 250,000 raikhen.
: Fox Summoning Devices (bugle) are being reduced to 250,000 raikhen.
: Jerboa Summoning Devices (rainstick) will be offered at 250,000 raikhen.

'''Song Sung Blue'''
: Premade Songbird Summoning Devices (egg) are being reduced to 250,000 raikhen.
: Randomizing Songbird Summoning Devices (egg) are being reduced to 200,000 raikhen.

=== Announcement 6 - Scorpion Mounts ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490362579502239844 Scorpion Mounts]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/5/2026
}}

Slowly, over the week, we will be releasing information about scorpions and adding them here. Once we have finished posting the information, we will open the forum for discussion. Please refrain from asking questions until we've finished sharing. Sharing is dependent upon release from QC, which is why we will be trickling the data.

: '''Saddles''' - Yes, scorpions will be getting saddles. I should be able to tease these tomorrow. You can look for them in the shop called "Insurmountable". Much like tortoises, there will be two varieties. In nature, they are Tehir or Faendryl in origin.

:'''Scorpion Mounts''' - Sunscar Sanctum will house the 6 types of scorpions available. They are:
'''Common'''
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Giant_Albino_Cave_Scorpion|a giant albino cave scorpion]]
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Giant_Wastes_Scorpion|a giant wastes scorpion]]
'''Uncommon'''
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Sandfinge|a sandfinger]]
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Black_Jungle_Scorpion|a black jungle scorpion]]
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Greater_Painted_Whiptail|a greater painted whiptail]]
'''Rare'''
* [[The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia#Vecdrae_Scythir|a vecdrae scythir]]

I can't thank GMs Auchand and Gyres enough for their efforts with the scorpions. We will announce rare ability soon.

'''Scorpion Worn Items''' - Claws and Effect is the name of the scorpion-worn items. They can wear the following:
* General Location
* Tergite Plates - back
* Cephalothorax - head
* Tarsal Hooks - feet
* Legs
* Metasoma - tail

Please consider reading the lore about[ Elanthian Scorpions](https://gswiki.play.net/The_Silent_Watch:_Scorpions_of_Elanthia) which was created by GMs Gyres, Warlock, Xynwen, and myself.

Please consider bookmarking [[Scorpion_mount|Scorpion Mounts,]] our wiki information page.
As time permits, the Scorpion's [[Scorpion_mount/available_features|available features page]] will also be updated.

=== Announcement 7 - 2026 Vault Item ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490875059038851154 Vault Item]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/5/2026
}}

This year's Vault Item is the return of the candy-making machine; however, very soon now, folks will notice that the very bottom of the analyze has a small addition to it:
:'''[Dual-mode is not unlocked. To unlock it, simply {{blue|ADD}} another candy-making machine to it.]'''

G>add my machine to my other machine
: You hold a gnomic candy-making machine etched in blue against a gnomic candy-making machine and contemplate merging them!
: '''[This will permanently consume a gnomic candy-making machine etched in blue and cannot be undone. If you are sure, {{blue|ADD}} machine to machine again within 30 seconds to confirm.]'''

>add my machine to my other machine<br>
You press a gnomic candy-making machine etched in blue firmly against a gnomic candy-making machine, aligning the two machines at their bases. A grinding series of mechanical clicks, snaps, and internal shifts follows as components from both devices interlock and fuse. A gnomic candy-making machine etched in blue is consumed in the process, its workings drawn fully into a gnomic candy-making machine. When the sounds finally cease, a small lever has appeared along a gnomic candy-making machine's side frame.

A new line will be added to the analyze:
: '''[Dual-mode is unlocked. {{blue|FLIP}} the machine to toggle between candy-making and resin-molding modes.]'''

>flip my machine
: You grasp the small lever on the side of a gnomic candy-making machine and pull it decisively downward. A rapid series of mechanical clicks, sliding panels, and locking gears follows as the device reconfigures itself, components shifting into entirely new arrangements. When the sounds finally cease, what was once a gnomic candy-making machine has become a gnomic resin-molding press.
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the resin-molding press and sense that the creator has provided the following information:

Introducing the Gnomic Candy Press, now in resin-molding mode! Brought to you by the ingenious burghal gnome duo of Fryc and Shives, this device has been modified to produce resin figurines, sculptures, and beads in addition to its original candy-making function.

How does it work?
It's easy! With these simple steps, you too can be an amazing artisan!

{{blue|Step 1:}} PUSH a CANDY ROLLER into the press.
{{blue|Step 2:}} POUR some FLETCHING GLUE into the press.
{{blue|Step 3:}} TINKER with the press to create your resin items!

Each application creates 10 pieces in your tray. The type of item produced depends on the roller currently installed:

Figurines are produced by rollers featuring humanoids, monsters, and animals. It will create 5.

Sculptures are produced by rollers featuring inanimate objects. It will create 5.

Beads are produced by rollers featuring abstract shapes. It will create 10.

To remove glue from the press, TURN the press to open the release valve.

To switch back to candy-making mode, make sure the press is completely empty and FLIP it.
Pour a grot t'kel potion onto a roller, then PUSH it into the press to unlock a chance at creating a magic figurine or sculpture. For each one produced, there is a 10% chance it will become magical, allowing it to have magic IMBEDDED within.

{{blue|Item Composition}}<br>
Figurines are named for their design: a grizzly bear figurine, an elven warrior figurine, and so on. Sculptures follow the same pattern: a leather boot sculpture, an iron kettle sculpture.
Beads take the shape name directly: a star bead, a crescent bead, a spiral bead.

{{blue|Roller Compatibility}}
All candy rollers are compatible with both modes of this device. If a roller predates the dual-mode update, you will be prompted to return it to your roller holder to refresh it before use in resin mode.

{{blue|Alterations}}
You may alter your device, but the LOOK is hard-coded, so please make sure your short and/or long description make sense.
[This device is currently in resin-molding mode. FLIP the press to switch to candy-making mode.]
</pre>
: '''tinker my press'''
You grasp the crank handle of a gnomic resin-molding press and begin turning it, setting the internal mechanism into motion. Fletching glue pours from the glue basin into the mold channel, filling the circular impression as a small warming coil heats the resin to its working temperature. Rhimar rods press against the basin the moment the cycle completes, cooling the resin rapidly as it sets. As the clockwork pieces cease their whirring, a series of freshly cast beads clatter into the tray near the device's feet.

: '''look in my press'''
Compact and sturdy, the press features a central resin basin flanked by two narrow feed channels. A flow control valve at the base governs the release of glue, should any be loaded into the mold channel, which is positioned directly over a series of a circle-cut metal rollers. A long crank handle extends from the side, ensuring smooth operation, while a wide footer provides stability. A small lever along the frame suggests the device has more than one purpose. Affixed to the frame, a small plaque bears the inscription: "The Resin Press of 5126, a Fryc and Shives Invention."
In the tray of the resin-molding press you see a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead, a circular bead and a circular bead.

You remove a circular bead from in a gnomic resin-molding press.

>'''point my (weaving) lathe at my bead'''<br>
You think you could cut a circular bead into a silver-chased circular bead with a small steel-tipped lathe with an oak handle, which can then be used for weaving.

Additionally, '''Honeyed Gear''' has two updates:
* 100 new designs have been added to the pile,
* a Designatrix 500 has been added to the desk in the back room. This blank metal rod can be used like so:
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the metal rod and sense that the creator has provided the following information:

{{blue|Blank Candy Maker Roller Rod}}
A blank metal rod is a blank roller rod awaiting a design. It has not yet been shaped into a specific form.

To choose a design, follow these steps:

{{blue|Step 1:}} GLANCE at the rod to browse all available candy roller designs.
{{blue|Step 2:}} WHISPER to the rod a {number} to select your desired design.
{{blue|Step 3:}} WHISPER to the rod a {number} again within 30 seconds to confirm and permanently transform a blank metal rod.

Once transformed, a blank metal rod becomes a fully functional candy roller bearing your chosen design and a randomly selected metal. This action cannot be undone.

A blank metal rod may not be altered until after it has been transformed into a roller.
</pre>
'''GLANCE'''
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 1 of 8 designs 1 through 64 of 500 total:
1. an aardvark-cut 2. an acacia leaf-cut 3. an alligator-cut 4. an alpaca-cut
5. an alpine violet-cut 6. an alyssum-cut 7. an anchor-cut 8. an annulus-cut
9. an antelope-cut 10. an anvil-cut 11. an apple blossom-cut 12. an apple leaf-cut
13. an apple-cut 14. an apricot-cut 15. an armadillo-cut 16. an ash leaf-cut
17. an aspen leaf-cut 18. an aster-cut 19. an awl-cut 20. an axolotl-cut
21. an azalea leaf-cut 22. a baboon-cut 23. a badger-cut 24. a ball python-cut
25. a bamboo leaf-cut 26. a banana-cut 27. a banshee-cut 28. a banyan leaf-cut
29. a barn owl-cut 30. a basil leaf-cut 31. a basilisk-cut 32. a basket-cut
33. a bat-cut 34. a bay laurel leaf-cut 35. a beaker-cut 36. a beaver-cut
37. a bee-cut 38. a beech leaf-cut 39. a beetle-cut 40. a beetle-etched
41. a begonia-cut 42. a bell-cut 43. a bicolored shield-cut 44. a birch leaf-cut
45. a blackberry-cut 46. a blooming lily-cut 47. a bluebell-cut 48. a blueberry-cut
49. a blue-tinged dagger-cut 50. a boar-cut 51. a book-cut 52. a boot-cut
53. a bow-cut 54. a boysenberry-cut 55. a bronco-cut 56. a bugbear-cut
57. a bumblebee-cut 58. a bunny-cut 59. a buttercup-cut 60. a butterfly-cut
61. a cactus bloom-cut 62. a cactus-cut 63. a camel-cut 64. a camellia-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 2 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 2 of 8 designs 65 through 128 of 500 total:
65. a candle-cut 66. a canver leaf-cut 67. a capybara-cut 68. a card-cut
69. a caribou-cut 70. a carnation-cut 71. a castle-cut 72. a cat-cut
73. a cat's head-cut 74. a cauldron-cut 75. a cauldron-etched 76. a cedar leaf-cut
77. a chameleon-cut 78. a charm-cut 79. a chelioboros-cut 80. a cherry blossom-cut
81. a cherry leaf-cut 82. a cherry-cut 83. a cheetah-cut 84. a chestnut leaf-cut
85. a chevron-cut 86. a chinchilla-cut 87. a cilantro leaf-cut 88. a circular-cut
89. a claw-etched 90. a clenched fist-cut 91. a clematis-cut 92. a clover-cut
93. a cloud-cut 94. a cobra-cut 95. a cockatiel-cut 96. a coconut-cut
97. a coffin-cut 98. a cosmos-cut 99. a coyote-cut 100. a cracked skull-cut
101. a crane-cut 102. a cranberry-cut 103. a crescent moon-cut 104. a crescent-cut
105. a crocus-cut 106. a cross-cut 107. a crown-cut 108. a cube-cut
109. a cupcake-cut 110. a curling wisp-cut 111. a currant-cut 112. a cyclamen-cut
113. a cylinder-cut 114. a daffodil-cut 115. a dagger-pierced heart-cut 116. a dahlia-cut
117. a daisy-cut 118. a date-cut 119. a decagonal-cut 120. a delphira-cut
121. a demilune-cut 122. a demon-cut 123. a diamond-cut 124. a diminutive capyxita-cut
125. a djinn-cut 126. a doe-cut 127. a dog-cut 128. a dolphin-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 3 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 3 of 8 designs 129 through 192 of 500 total:
129. a donkey-cut 130. a dormouse-cut 131. a dragon-cut 132. a dragonfruit-cut
133. a droopy-eyed donkey-cut 134. a dryad-cut 135. a dumpling-cut 136. a mallard duck-cut
137. an easel-etched 138. an ebonwood leaf-cut 139. an egg-cut 140. an eight-pointed star-cut
141. an elanthian coin-etched 142. an elderberry-cut 143. an elephant-cut 144. an Elanthian snow rose-cut
145. an elm leaf-cut 146. an ermine-cut 147. an eucalyptus leaf-cut 148. a slit-pupiled eye-cut
149. a daffodil-cut 150. a fan-cut 151. a fang-cut 152. a fan-tailed peahen-cut
153. a faun-cut 154. a feather-cut 155. a fel leaf-cut 156. a ferret-cut
157. a fig-cut 158. a fig leaf-cut 159. a fish-cut 160. a flamingo-cut
161. a flask-cut 162. a fluted beaker-cut 163. a fork-cut 164. a snowdrop-cut
165. a foxglove-cut 166. a freesia-cut 167. a tree frog-cut 168. a fruit slice-cut
169. a frying pan-cut 170. a furled rose-cut 171. a garlic bulb-cut 172. a gardenia-cut
173. a gargoyle-cut 174. a gecko-cut 175. a gear-cut 176. a geranium-cut
177. a gerbil-cut 178. a ghoul-cut 179. a gift-cut 180. a gladiolus-cut
181. a glowbark leaf-cut 182. a goblet-cut 183. a goblin-cut 184. a goat-cut
185. a goldenrod-cut 186. a golem-cut 187. an oversized goose-cut 188. a gorgon-cut
189. a gorilla-cut 190. a gourd-cut 191. a grape leaf-cut 192. a grape-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 4 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 4 of 8 designs 193 through 256 of 500 total:
193. a gremlin-cut 194. a griffin-cut 195. a grimoire-cut 196. a grizzly bear-cut
197. a guava-cut 198. a gown-etched 199. a half-furled rose-cut 200. a hamster-cut
201. a handprint-cut 202. a haon leaf-cut 203. a hawk-cut 204. a hawthorn leaf-cut
205. a heart-cut 206. a hedgehog-cut 207. a hellebore-cut 208. a hexagonal-cut
209. a hibiscus-cut 210. a hickory leaf-cut 211. a hobgoblin-cut 212. a holly leaf-cut
213. a honeycomb-cut 214. a honeybee-cut 215. a horse-cut 216. a hosta-cut
217. an hourglass spider-cut 218. a hyacinth-cut 219. a hydra-cut 220. an iguana-cut
221. an imp-cut 222. an ironwood leaf-cut 223. an iris-cut 224. an ivy leaf-cut
225. a jackfruit-cut 226. a jackal head-cut 227. a jaguar-cut 228. a jasmine-cut
229. a jerboa-cut 230. a jerboa-etched 231. a jester mask-cut 232. a kangaroo-cut
233. a kelpie-cut 234. a kestrel-cut 235. a kettle-cut 236. a key-cut
237. a kitten-cut 238. a kite-cut 239. a kiwi-cut 240. a knitting needle-cut
241. a knotwork hammer-cut 242. a kobold-cut 243. a kraken-cut 244. a lamb-cut
245. a lantern-cut 246. a larkspur-cut 247. a lasimor leaf-cut 248. a leviathan-cut
249. a lich-cut 250. a lily-cut 251. a lime leaf-cut 252. a linden leaf-cut
253. a lizard-cut 254. a llama-cut 255. a long starburst-cut 256. a lotus leaf-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 5 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 5 of 8 designs 257 through 320 of 500 total:
257. a lupine-cut 258. a lychee-cut 259. a lynx-cut 260. a mace-cut
261. a magnolia leaf-cut 262. a magnolia-cut 263. a mallard duck-cut 264. a mammoth-cut
265. a mandrake-cut 266. a manta ray-cut 267. a manta ray-etched 268. a manticore-cut
269. a maoral leaf-cut 270. a maple leaf-cut 271. a marigold-cut 272. a mangy dog-cut
273. a mangosteen-cut 274. a mango-cut 275. a macaron-cut 276. a meerkat-cut
277. a mermaid-cut 278. a mint leaf-cut 279. a mistletoe leaf-cut 280. a modwir leaf-cut
281. a monogram-etched 282. a monir leaf-cut 283. a moose-cut 284. a luna moth-cut
285. a mouse-cut 286. a mule-cut 287. a mulberry leaf-cut 288. a mulberry-cut
289. a mummy-cut 290. a mushroom-cut 291. a mustang-cut 292. a musical note-cut
293. a narrow shoe-cut 294. a narwhal-cut 295. a nasturtium-cut 296. a newt-cut
297. a nightmare-cut 298. a nonagon-cut 299. a nymph-cut 300. an oak leaf-cut
301. an octagonal-cut 302. an ocelot-cut 303. an ogre-cut 304. an olive leaf-cut
305. an oleander-etched 306. a one-eared rabbit-cut 307. an orange-cut 308. an orange blossom-cut
309. an orchid-cut 310. a orb-cut 311. an orca-cut 312. an otter-cut
313. an ovoid 314. an oversized goose-cut 315. a barn owl-cut 316. a padlock-cut
317. a painted teacup-cut 318. a palette-cut 319. a panda-cut 320. a papaya-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 6 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 6 of 8 designs 321 through 384 of 500 total:
321. a parrot-cut 322. a passionfruit-cut 323. a paw print-cut 324. a peach-cut
325. a fan-tailed peahen-cut 326. a pear leaf-cut 327. a pegasus-cut 328. a peg-legged cat-cut
329. a sleepy-eyed penguin-cut 330. a pentagon-cut 331. a peony-cut 332. a periwinkle-cut
333. a persimmon-cut 334. a petunia-cut 335. a phantom-cut 336. a phoenix-cut
337. a phlox-cut 338. a pineapple-cut 339. a pirate otter-cut 340. a platypus-cut
341. a plum-cut 342. a strawberry-cut 343. a poetry-etched 344. a poplar leaf-cut
345. a pony-cut 346. a poppy-cut 347. a porcupine-cut 348. a potion-cut
349. a primrose-cut 350. a bumblebee-cut 351. a pumpkin-cut 352. a puppy-cut
353. a pyramid-cut 354. a quatrefoil-cut 355. a quill-cut 356. a silver-tipped quill-cut
357. a quintuple ring-cut 358. a rabbit-cut 359. a raccoon-cut 360. a raspberry-cut
361. a red panda-cut 362. a reindeer-cut 363. a rectangle-cut 364. a revenant-cut
365. a rhombus-cut 366. a rhododendron leaf-cut 367. a rotund chicken-cut 368. a rolton-cut
369. a rose-cut 370. a sleeping dragon-etched 371. a rose-imprinted 372. a rosewood leaf-cut
373. a rolling pin-cut 374. a rune-cut 375. a sailboat-cut 376. a sage leaf-cut
377. a salamander-cut 378. a sapodilla-cut 379. a sassafras leaf-cut 380. a satyr-cut
381. a scarab-cut 382. a scarecrow-cut 383. a scorpion-cut 384. a scorpion-etched
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 7 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 7 of 8 designs 385 through 448 of 500 total:
385. a spotted seal-cut 386. a seapony-cut 387. a selkie-cut 388. a serpent-cut
389. a serpent-etched 390. a shade-cut 391. a shield-cut 392. a shoe-cut
393. a silvery dolphin-cut 394. a silver-tipped quill-cut 395. a skeleton-cut 396. a skink-cut
397. a skunk-cut 398. a sleeping dragon-cut 399. a sleepy-eyed penguin-cut 400. a slit-pupiled eye-cut
401. a snow lily-cut 402. a snow leopard-cut 403. a snowdrop-cut 404. a snowflake-cut
405. a soursop-cut 406. a spade-cut 407. a spatula-cut 408. a specter-cut
409. a spellbook-cut 410. a sphinx-cut 411. a spider-cut 412. a spider-etched
413. a sprite-cut 414. a squirrel-cut 415. a stallion-cut 416. a stamp-cut
417. a star-cut 418. a starfruit-cut 419. a spherical-cut 420. a stoppered vial-etched
421. a strawberry-cut 422. a sugar glider-cut 423. a square lantern-cut 424. a sun-cut
425. a sunflower-cut 426. a sweet pea-cut 427. a sword-cut 428. a sycamore leaf-cut
429. a talisman-cut 430. a tanik leaf-cut 431. a tapered paintbrush-cut 432. a tapir-cut
433. a tart-imprinted square 434. a tart-cut 435. a tea leaf-cut 436. a teadragon-cut
437. a teacup-cut 438. a teapot-cut 439. a teardrop-cut 440. a tegu-cut
441. a tentacled star-cut 442. a thielfira-cut 443. a thimble-cut 444. a thistle-cut
445. a thyme leaf-cut 446. a tiger-cut 447. a timber wolf-cut 448. a tortoise-cut
{{blue|GLANCE}} again to see page 8 of 8.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
Page 8 of 8 designs 449 through 500 of 500 total:
449. a torch-cut 450. a torch lily-cut 451. a toucan-cut 452. a trapezoid-cut
453. a trefoil-cut 454. a tree frog-cut 455. a tree-cut 456. a triangular-cut
457. a trillium-cut 458. a triskelion-etched 459. a triple moon-etched 460. a troll-cut
461. a tuberose-cut 462. a tulip-cut 463. a turnip-cut 464. a tusk-cut
465. a unicorn-cut 466. an unfurling beleria-cut 467. a vampire-cut 468. a vampire lily-cut
469. a verbena-cut 470. a verdant asp-cut 471. a viper-cut 472. a violet-cut
473. a vulture-cut 474. a V'tullian nightjar-cut 475. a walrus-cut 476. a wand-cut
477. a walnut leaf-cut 478. a water lily-cut 479. a water lily leaf-cut 480. a wavy sunburst-cut
481. a wavy sunburst-etched 482. a wendigo-cut 483. a witch moth-cut 484. a witchwood leaf-cut
485. a wide-mouthed potoo-cut 486. a willow leaf-cut 487. a wine bottle-cut 488. a wisteria-cut
489. a wolfsbane-cut 490. a wombat-cut 491. a wraith-cut 492. a wyvern-cut
493. an x-eyed canary-cut 494. a yarn ball-cut 495. a yew leaf-cut 496. a yeti-cut
497. a zebra-cut 498. a zinnia-cut 499. a zombie-cut 500. a zorilla-cut
That was the last page. {{blue|GLANCE}} again to return to page 1.
Use {{blue|WHISPER}} metal rod {number} to select a design.

Special Note: CUT items will include "-shaped" in their design. ETCHED items will include -"imprinted" in their designs.
</pre>
==== Vault Item FAQ ====
* Will the figurines, effigies, and sculptures work in the [[The_Spidersilk_Apothecary|Spidersilk Apothecary]] if you have [[The_Spidersilk_Apothecary#Transmorphing_Spider|a tinkerer spider]]?
Yes
* Can the beads be dyed?
Yes, both before and after they are used with [[Weaving_tool#Lathe|a weaving lathe]]. It causes the bead to lose all description and become just a "color" bead.
* If you did not get a candymaker last year, can you get two this year?
No, this is the upgrade based on the new model that was announced last year.
* Are vault items attuned to character or account?
Only one Event Vault may be redeemed per run of an event per character. The Event Vault itself is not attuned until it has been REDEEMed. Once redeemed, contents are typically attuned either to the account or to the character, depending on the item. Special items are always character attuned.
* Your Storage Case will automatically update to reflect the new resin design nouns. You'll need to LOOK at it twice to get it to properly display the update. Here is an example of the output:
<pre{{log2}}>
Gazing through the glass-paneled section, you see several neatly stacked rollers. Among them are:
1. a gecko-cut invar roller Candy Design: gecko-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
2. a bat-cut metal roller Candy Design: bat-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
3. a hibiscus-cut metal roller Candy Design: hibiscus-shaped Resin Option: Bead
4. a jasmine-cut metal roller Candy Design: jasmine-shaped Resin Option: Bead
5. a panda-cut metal roller Candy Design: panda-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
6. a chinchilla-cut steel roller Candy Design: chinchilla-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
7. a stallion-cut metal roller Candy Design: stallion-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
8. a daisy-cut white gold roller Candy Design: daisy-shaped Resin Option: Bead
9. a zinnia-cut metal roller Candy Design: zinnia-shaped Resin Option: Bead
10. a hedgehog-cut metal roller Candy Design: hedgehog-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
11. a puppy-cut metal roller Candy Design: puppy-shaped Resin Option: Figurine
12. a teacup-cut metal roller Candy Design: teacup-shaped Resin Option: Sculpture
13. a squirrel-cut silver roller Candy Design: squirrel-shaped Resin Option: Figurine {{blue|(which is ready to be plucked)}}
</pre>

=== Announcement 8 - Mounted Combat ===
{{#section:Mount System/saved posts|savedpost2026}}

=== Announcement 9 - Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1494460042836185099 Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/16/2026
}}

Hear ye, hear ye! You are all cordially invited to the 1st annual, though not first of its kind, Rumor Woods and Summit Academy Auction. An antiquarian will be on site to facilitate the event, which will begin at 4pm EDT on May 2, 2026.

On Saturday, April 25, we will share information on some of the offerings.

There will be approximately 20 items on offer during this event.

OOC Note: This is not a Wyromania, shenanigans, or in any way Duskruin-esque. This is something different and will remain unique to Rumor Woods and Summit Academy. Please set your expectations appropriately.

== Teasers ==
=== Teaser 1 - Papermaker Update ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489387183453376642 Papermaker]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/2/2026
}}
This year at Rumor Woods, the [[Papermaker]] is getting its final update and unlocks. These unlocks can all be found in the shop Enlightened Pages.

The following nouns have been added to the papermaker:
* bookmark
* codicil
* dedication
* deed
* depiction
* dispatch
* doodle
* landscape
* mural
* picture
* portrait
* roll
* rubbing
* scrap
* sign
* sketch
* slip
* tract
* voucher

The following articles have been added to the papermaker:
* a charred
* a damp
* a delicate
* a dusty
* a filmy
* a frayed
* a gauzy
* a grimy
* a heraldic
* a humid
* a large
* a limp
* a matted
* a moldy
* a musk-scented
* a musky
* a notched
* a pale
* a pleated
* a rose-scented
* a scorched
* a sheer
* a smoky
* a soiled
* a sooty
* a spotted
* a stained
* a supple
* a tea-stained
* a vellum
* an ashen
* an illuminated
* an ivory
* an oily

Additionally, the papermaker has 2 new tiers.
<pre{{log2}}>
'''Tier 8'''
In the Common language, it reads:
A gear-painted treat box voucher will unlock your Papermaker from Tier 7 to Tier 8. This will grant it the ability to create treat boxes.```

'''Treat Box'''
You analyze the treat box and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Papermaker Treat Box
Created using the famous papermaker, the box can be customized to your liking. Please be sure to GLANCE at the box to see what your customization options are. Once you've filled the box and completed the design, close it and WRAP it while holding ribbon or yarn to lock in the design and ready it for gifting.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
glance my box

Treat Box Design<br>
Once the design process is complete, the box will become a wrapped treat box ready to give away. You may customize it in the following ways:

Box Color: (ADD a Dye) not yet designed<br>
Box Shape: (TURN to shape) not yet selected<br>
Valid shapes: heart, round, star, oval, square, hexagonal, octagonal, scalloped, rectangular<br>
Contents: (PUT items into box) empty

To add color, ADD a dye to the box.<br>
To set a shape, TURN the box to a shape name (e.g., TURN box to HEART).<br>
To fill the box with treats, PUT treats into the box.<br>
Once you are done designing and the box is full, close it and then WRAP while holding a ribbon or yarn. This will lock in the design and use the ribbon or yarn for open/close.
</pre>
turn my box to heart<br>
You turn a treat box over in your hands, watching as it transforms into '''a heart-shaped box.'''<br>
Add my dye to my box<br>
With careful hands, you uncork a crystalline vial of vibrant papaya dye and allow a few drops to seep into the surface of a heart-shaped treat box, watching as the color blooms across the box in rich, even tones.<br>
put cookie in my box<br>
With a gentle touch, you nestle an oatmeal raisin cookie into a heart-shaped treat box, settling it carefully into its own little compartment within.
<pre{{log2}}>
wrap my box with my ribbon<br>
Please confirm this is the final design you wish to set:

Box Color: vibrant papaya<br>
Box Shape: a heart-shaped<br>
Your final design will be: '''a heart-shaped vibrant papaya treat box tied with a violet-sheened moonflower white chainsil ribbon bow'''

If this design looks correct, then WRAP again in the next 30 seconds to lock in the design.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
> wrap my box with my yarn<br>
Please confirm this is the final design you wish to set:

Box Color: vibrant papaya<br>
Box Shape: a heart-shaped<br>
Your final design will be: '''a heart-shaped vibrant papaya treat box wrapped with lightweight aurora blue angora yarn'''

If this design looks correct, then WRAP again in the next 30 seconds to lock in the design.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
> wrap my box with my yarn<br>
You pull a generous length of yarn from a skein of lightweight aurora blue angora yarn and wind it around a heart-shaped treat box with unhurried care, looping it over and under until satisfied, then finish with a neat knot at the top.

Congratulations! Your a heart-shaped vibrant papaya treat box wrapped with lightweight aurora blue angora yarn is ready to be given away.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the treat box and sense that the creator has provided the following information:<br>
Papermaker Treat Box<br>
Congratulations! You've been given a heart-shaped vibrant papaya treat box wrapped with lightweight aurora blue angora yarn!<br>
You can interact with your treat box by taking the following actions: GAZE (demeanor based), LICK, OPEN, CLOSE, SHAKE, and SMELL<br>
A heart-shaped vibrant papaya treat box wrapped with lightweight aurora blue angora yarn was designed and wrapped by someone just for you and as such it can never be altered.<br>
Once you have eaten the contents, you can TRASH the box to get rid of the evidence!<br><br>

All verbs work if the box is open or closed.
</pre>
'''Tier 9'''<br>
In the Common language, it reads:<br>
A gear-painted award voucher will unlock your Papermaker from Tier 8 to Tier 9. This will grant it the ability to create awards.

<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the simple award and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Papermaker Award
Created using the famous papermaker, the award can be customized to fit your needs. Please be sure to GLANCE at the award to see what your customization options are. Once you've completed the design, you can TWIST to lock in the design. This will turn it into your award and prevent the recipient from changing the designs and fields.
</pre>

>glance my award
<pre{{log2}}>
Award Ribbon
Once done the design process is complete, the award will become a ribbon. You may design it in the following ways:

Noun of Award: ribbon
Primary Body: (Add a Ribbon) blank
Embroidery: (Add an Ore) blank
Short Missive: (Whisper a Missive) blank
Back Missive: (Write a Missive) blank

The final design will be:
a color fabric ribbon trailing a metal type-embroidered missive

When looked at, it will display: The award is crafted of a color fabric ribbon and fitted with a simple pin that allows it to be worn. A short missive, embroidered in metallic type thread, reads, "Short Award Reason."

To customize any of these fields, TURN the award to the design field and then ADD the necessary item.
To add a short missive, WHISPER to the award MISSIVE followed by your short missive.
To add a readable description, WRITE on the award.
Once done designing, TWIST to lock in the design.
</pre>
add my ribbon to my award <br>
With practiced ease, you lay a brilliant blue silk ribbon in the center of a simple award. It slowly gets absorbed into the piece, leaving nothing behind.<br>
add ore to my award<br>
With practiced ease, you lay a chunk of silver ore in the center of a simple award. It slowly gets absorbed into the piece, leaving nothing behind.<br>
whisp award missive The Best Little Jerboa Hopper<br>
Holding the award close, you whisper your award missive of "The Best Little Jerboa Hopper" and watch as it settles into place on the award.<br>
write my award ; This award goes to Thumble Bump for being the best little jerboa hopper we've ever seen.<br>
You carefully turn your award over and begin inscribing on its back in Common. Your feather quill glides deliberately across the surface, each stroke precise and intentional. Upon finishing, you turn the award over once more and admire your work with a critical eye.<br>
>twist my ribbon
<pre{{log2}}>
Please confirm that this is the design you wish to make:

Long Description: a bright blue silk ribbon trailing a sterling silver-embroidered missive
Look Description: The ribbon is crafted of a bright blue silk and fitted with a simple pin that allows it to be worn. A short missive, embroidered in sterling silver thread, reads, "The Best Little Jerboa Hopper." There appears to be something written on the back.

If this design looks correct, then TWIST again in the next 30 seconds to lock in the design.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
twist my ribbon
Congratulations! You've created a bright blue silk ribbon trailing a sterling silver-embroidered missive.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the silk ribbon and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Papermaker Award
Congratulations! You've been awarded a bright blue silk ribbon trailing a sterling silver-embroidered missive!
You can interact with your silk ribbon by taking the following actions:
BEAM, COVER, KISS, READ, and WAVE
A bright blue silk ribbon trailing a sterling silver-embroidered missive was designed by someone for you and as such it can never be altered.
</pre>

=== Teaser 2 - Prismatic Curio===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489394988960714862 Prismatic Curio]
| author = GM Ivry
| date = 4/2/2026
}}

'''Rumor Woods - Prismatic Curio'''

A brand-new illusionary accessory for the fashion-forward adventurer.

What It Does,
The Prismatic Curio is a wearable item that lets you project illusionary colors, metals, and gems across your worn accessories. When someone LOOKs at you, every eligible accessory appears to feature your chosen accent -- without changing a single item.

Pick a color. Pick a metal. Pick a gem. Or pick all three at once. Your outfit, your rules.

What it affects: Worn accessories (clothing, jewelry, containers, etc.)
What it excludes: Weapons, armor, shields, tattoos, and hidden items.

How It Works,
Configure your illusions by whispering to the curio, then prod it to bring them to life:

WHISPER <curio> COLOR SET <name> Choose a color illusion
WHISPER <curio> METAL SET <name> Choose a metal illusion
WHISPER <curio> GEM SET <name> Choose a gem illusion
WHISPER <curio> <type> LIST Browse available options
WHISPER <curio> <type> VIEW Check your current setting
WHISPER <curio> <type> CLEAR Remove an illusion
WHISPER <curio> HELP Full help menu
PROD <curio> Toggle ALL illusions on/off
TURN <curio> COLOR/METAL/GEM Toggle a single illusion on/off

Tier System,
The curio comes in two tiers:

Tier 1 (Base),
~260 colors (first half of the palette),
10 metals: mithril, ora, imflass, glaes, vultite, eahnor, vaalorn, mithglin, faenor,
Common and uncommon gems (levels 0–4),

Tier 2 (Certificate Upgrade),
Full color palette (~520+ colors),
All 25 metals, adding: drakar, rhimar, zorchar, gornar, golvern, rolaren, kelyn, razern, eonake, veil iron, alexandrite, bronze, obsidian, electrum, platinum,
Rarer gems (levels 0–7),
Half-power mode — apply your illusion to every other eligible item for a subtler, mixed look,

Upgrade from Tier 1 to Tier 2 with a Prismatic Curio Upgrade Certificate. Hold the certificate in one hand and the curio in the other, then REDEEM it. In Palette Perfections you will find the curio priced at 5k and the unlock 1250.

Details & Notes,
The curio is purely cosmetic — it changes only what others see, never the items themselves.,
Works with hyphenated descriptors like mithril-worked, ruby-set, crimson-hued, and more.,
Incompatible with the Shimmer Trinket — only one appearance-altering item can be active at a time.,
A small number of restricted gems (doomstone, urglaes,etc), metals, and colors are permanently disabled.

=== Teaser 3 - Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489422573631574106 Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees]
| author = GM Casil
| date = 4/2/2026
}}

=== Teaser 4 - Songbirds ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489629304252928171 Songbirds]
| author = GM Ivry
| date = 4/3/2026
}}

'''[Rumor Woods 2026] - Songbirds Are Here!'''

Songbirds Are Here! ,
Now in Elanthia -- Songbirds -- found in the new Rumor Woods shop, Song Sung Blue.
Each songbird hatches from a unique egg with its own combination of body plumage, wing accents, crest color, tail feathers, and eye color -- over nine million possible appearances. No two birds should look quite the same.

Hatching,
Your songbird begins life as a simple egg that hides its colorful inner shell and bird. Simply EXHALE on it to bond, and watch as the shell cracks and your new companion emerges, shaking off fragments and greeting you with its first chirp. The eggshell becomes a tiny whistle adorned with feathers in your bird's colors -- your way to call them back whenever you need.

A Companion with more life!,
Songbirds aren't just cosmetic. They're living their best life, and they act like it.

They get hungry. Feed them foraged seeds or live insects to keep them healthy and vibrant. A well-fed bird is colorful and lively; a neglected one grows thin, patchy, and eventually falls comatose -- though a meal will always bring them back.,
They hunt on their own. A hungry bird will snatch bugs from the ground when it spots them. (Bugs on Parade),
They react to the world. Your bird notices nearby creatures (and often tries, adorably, to look intimidating), investigates other players, and behaves differently around people it recognizes as friendly versus strangers.,
They worry about you. If you're wounded, your songbird will worry and try to help you, plus more!,

Personality,
Your songbird has opinions about the people around you. It'll chirp friendly greetings and drop tiny gifts at the feet of people it likes -- and pointedly turn its back and fluff its tail feathers at those it doesn't. It might land briefly on a friend's shoulder to say hello, or tuck its head under its wing to ignore someone it finds disagreeable.

Pet-to-Pet Interactions,
Songbirds are social creatures. When two songbirds meet, they might burst into a spontaneous duet, preen each other's feathers, or chase each other in playful aerial spirals. They also interact with other pet types -- riding a fox's tail, landing between a lamb's ears, stealing shiny things from lizards, and engaging in dramatic aerial showdowns with dragonflies.

For Bards,
If you're a bard, your songbird is your duet partner. It listens to how you play and matches your style -- singing a mournful accompaniment to somber melodies, chirping rapid-fire alongside fast tempo pieces, or belting out a rousing harmony when you play something inspiring. It'll even try to sing along during loresinging (emphasis on try).

Message Delivery,
Write a message on a slip of parchment, and your songbird will carry it across town to another player -- up to three times a day. It'll swoop down to the recipient, chirp brightly, and drop the note at their feet before winging its way back to you.

Shoulder Perch & Verbs,
Wear your songbird on your shoulder where it'll nestle in, preen its feathers, and occasionally nod off. You can also PET, RUB, TICKLE, KISS, HUG, and POKE your bird (results vary). And yes -- very rarely, your shoulder companion will leave you a little... surprise. Nothing a good RUB won't fix.

How to Get One,
Songbird eggs are now available at Rumor Woods in the shop Song Sung Blue .

You have two paths to your feathered best friend:
Natural Eggs -- Take your chances with nature. Your bird's colors will be a complete surprise -- you never know what combination you'll get until that shell cracks open.,
Magically Encouraged Eggs -- For those with a specific vision in mind, these eggs have been coaxed into producing a particular set of colors. Pick your palette and hatch with confidence.,

--- * Please note that songbird alters will be rare and exactly none are currently planned.
Happy hatching! ~GM Ivry

=== Teaser 5 - Clockwerke Weapons ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489687744451182702 Clockwerke Weapons]
| author = GM Mastreforn
| date = 4/3/2026
}}

Clockwerke Weapons will be available at Rumor Woods 2026!

Tier 1/OTS - comes with some fluff verbs and you can TURN it to pick between slashing, piercing, or crushing standard ability flares (Category-B). Point-and-click is enabled with this feature, titled Modularity.

Tier 2 - Coiled Retrofit unlocks a WAVE maneuver ability that deals slashing, piercing, or crushing damage as set by TURN.

Tier 3 - Arcane Pneumatics unlocks Category-D flares that can be toggled between air and steam with TINKER.

Tier 4 - Ensigiled Cylinder unlocks a POINT maneuver ability that deals air or steam damage as set by TINKER. If it hits, air applies the Slowed debuff and steam applies the Vulnerable debuff.

=== Teaser 6 - Basketifier Update ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489795457021378641 Basketifier Update]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 4/3/2026
}}

This Rumor Woods, the [[Basketifier]] is getting an additional unlock. This new tier, Tier 5, will unlock the ability to have Tableware additions to your basket.

After unlocking the basket, you will see a new analyze addition:

<pre{{log2}}>

'''SPECIAL TABLEWARE UNLOCK'''
Because your basket has been unlocked to the 5th tier, you are now able to add utensils, plates, saucers, or napkins with special certificates. To see which you already have installed, please GAZE at the basket.
'''In Basket Form:'''
'''WHISPER''' - To obtain a single copy of the item.
'''GAZE''' - To see the full list of unlocked tableware items.
'''In Table Form:'''
* Upon becoming a table, your tableware items will be stacked on the table.
* GET will allow you, or anyone using your table, to obtain a tableware item.

All tableware items are marked as junk to allow you to throw them away when you are near trash barrels. This includes the trash basket stored under your table when it is out. Throwing away a tableware item does not destroy those contained in your basket.

In addition to this new tier 5 unlock, you may purchase '''tableware''' vouchers that will add the specific type to your basket. For example:

* You glance down to see '''a monogrammed white voucher''' in your right hand and '''a lace-edged slate blue napkin''' elegantly embroidered with kissing wrens in your left hand.
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the white voucher and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Basketifier Tableware Voucher
A monogrammed white voucher is designed to allow you to add specific types of items to your basket. This particular voucher has been created to allow you to add a napkin to a Basketifier basket that is at least Tier 5.

Alterations
Any willing merchant may modify this voucher, however, you can also ADD a napkin that is predesigned to your voucher. [Syntax: ADD {my} {tableware type} to {my} voucher.] Be warned, this will consume your item. Your tableware item may have a long or show.

Tableware Design: a monogrammed white linen napkin with a long description. It is crafted of cloth.
The long description is: a a monogrammed white linen napkin embroidered with bright red whorls

To use a monogrammed white voucher, POINT it at your unlocked basketifier (must be tier 5). [Syntax: POINT {my} voucher at {my} BASKET.] If there is a design in place, then you will be required to CONFIRM that you are updating that particular tableware item.
</pre>
*add my napkin to my voucher
As you bring your a lace-edged slate blue napkin elegantly embroidered with kissing wrens close to a monogrammed white voucher, you realize that the napkin will be completely consumed by the process. If this is acceptable, then ADD napkin to voucher again in the next 30 seconds.
*add my napkin to my voucher
With praticed ease, you lay a lace-edged slate blue napkin elegantly embroidered with kissing wrens in the center of a monogrammed white voucher. It slowly gets absorbed into the piece, leaving nothing behind.

'''[OOC Note: ANALYZE the voucher to see your addition.]'''

<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the white voucher and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Basketifier Tableware Voucher
A monogrammed white voucher is designed to allow you to add specific types of items to your basket. This particular voucher has been created to allow you to add a napkin to a Basketifier basket that is at least Tier 5.

Alterations
Any willing merchant may modify this voucher, however, you can also ADD a napkin that is predesigned to your voucher. [Syntax: ADD {my} {tableware type} to {my} voucher.] Be warned, this will consume your item. Your tableware item may have a long or show.

Tableware Design: '''a lace-edged slate grey napkin with a long description. It is crafted of fabric.'''
The show description is: '''a lace-edged slate blue napkin elegantly embroidered with kissing wrens'''

To use a monogrammed white voucher, POINT it at your unlocked basketifier (must be tier 5). [Syntax: POINT {my} voucher at {my} BASKET.] If there is a design in place, then you will be required to CONFIRM that you are updating that particular tableware item.

* point my voucher at my bask
It would appear you already have a design in this spot. Adding the voucher to it will override the old design and create a new one. If you want to do this, then please POINT the voucher at the basket again in the next 30 seconds.
* point my voucher at my bask

You point your white voucher at a monogrammed white voucher, allowing the magic stored within the tiny piece of paper to do its thing. After several seconds, the voucher turns into motes of light that descend upon the basket, dissolving into its form.

'''[OOC NOTE: You can now GAZE at the basket to see your tableware addition.]'''
</pre>
<pre{{log2}}>
> gaze my basket
Gazing over the various tableware items stored within your basket, you mentally catalog each in turn:

'''Fork:''' a fancy sterling silver fork descending into a buttercup handle
'''Spoon:''' a tarnished sterling silver spoon with a bent handle
'''Knife:''' an oak-handled blackened steel knife with a serrated edge
'''Chopsticks:''' a pair of twisted hazel chopsticks left natural at the ends
'''Teaspoon:''' a tarnished sterling silver teaspoon with a bent handle
'''Plate:''' a nacre-edged white porcelain plate center-painted in a blooming rose
'''Saucer:''' a delicate white porcelain saucer painted in overlapping posies
'''Napkin:''' a lace-edged slate blue napkin elegantly embroidered with kissing wrens
</pre>
There will be vouchers for: Tier 5 unlock, fork, spoon, knife, chopsticks, teaspoon, plate, saucer, and napkin additions. You can also buy new baskets and all previous unlocks in Bowl Me Over (A shop designed by Elysani).

Lastly, GM Vanah and Elysani paired up to create an NPC that will work on adding long descriptions to the aforementioned items. This NPC works the same as the other +long description NPCs, charging a nominal fee for the work.

You can find the culter and the potter in Elenesse Atelier, Alcove.

One final note:
<pre{{log2}}>
You analyze the slate grey napkin and sense that the creator has provided the following information:
Basketifier Napkin
Created by a Basketifier, the napkin is a disposable item. You may alter it at your own risk, but be warned that it will not be replaced if you throw it away.
It has access to the following verbs: DUST (flick crumbs off clothing), PUSH (clean a spot on chest-worn), RUB (clean mouth), EXHALE (catch a sneeze), CRY (dab tears), TAP (dab lips), and WAVE (be a bit dramatic)
</pre>

=== Teaser 7 - New Shop: Better in the Saddle ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1489802534838337637 Better in the Saddle]
| author = GM Ivry
| date = 4/3/2025
}}
Rumor Woods has a brand-new shop for all you riders out there! Better in the Saddle is now open on the grounds, featuring saddles crafted for your favorite mounts:

* Bears
* Beetles
* Spiders
* Roltons

Swing by Rumor Woods and gear up your trusty steed — no matter how many legs it has.

Special thanks to GM Elysani and GM Thandiwe for their ongoing assistance!

=== Teaser 8 - Dessert Vibes & Tasty Hands Clothing ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490096507444003006 Dessert Vibes & Tasty Hands Clothing]
| author = GM Kaonashi
| date = 4/4/2026
}}

[[Category:Rumor Woods saved posts]]

Rumor Woods 2026 - Dessert Vibes

From the land of miscommunication and additional lettering, I humbly present a new Rumor Woods shop for 2026: '''Dessert Vibes'''!

Found in an auspicious driftwood shack off a broad caravan trail, Confectioner Brixxior and his financial backer, Gentleman Hoorne, invite you to enjoy a taste of the wastes.

Within and upon our very clean surfaces, you'll find a plethora of confectionary delights that you'll want to preserve in your basketifiers for generations to come. Sweet, sweet scorpions? Check. Sugary serpents? You bet. A marzipan jerboa? So cute you must devour. A candied troll toe? Uh oh.

The main attraction, however, is a new fun, fluffy, and sugar-dusted sartorial delight: '''Tasty Hands Clothing'''.

Tasty Hands Clothing are front-worn aprons that can be stuffed full of tasty treats. You can use one of a few different verbs to interact with any confections stored inside. For example, here's what happens with you FIDGET with an apron:

'''>fidget my apron'''

''You reach into the pocket at the front of your candy pattern apron, running your hand over some links of greasy sausage. You then bring the greasy sausage up to your nose and inhale with all your might. Closing your eyes, you sigh deeply as the fragrances of the sausage lingers in your nostrils and on your hands. Eyes still closed, you quickly slip the morsel back into your apron.''

Want to change targets, just TURN your apron!

'''>turn my apron'''

''You've decided to turn your focus away from some links of greasy sausage and instead focus on a candied troll toe.''

Now, sample the delicate flavors within to your heart's content without consuming a charge of the food!

''Hoorne reaches into a sugar-dusted candy pattern apron and carefully selects a candied troll toe from within. Bringing the toe up to his mouth, he takes a big lick. He takes a deep breath, his eyes unfocused as if he is contemplating the flavors of the toe. Then, nodding in satisfaction, he slips the toe back into his apron.''

This will allow you to enjoy delicious flavor messaging to your heart's content!

'''>lick my apron'''

''You reach into a sugar-dusted candy pattern apron and carefully select a candied troll toe from within. Bringing the toe up to your mouth, you take a big lick. Oh no. Was that a mistake? A wave of sweet sugar leads out a funky, metallic aftertaste that lingers on the tongue. Notes of wet garbage, blooming fungus, and pungent blood soon overwhelm the senses.''

''Nodding in satisfaction, you slip the toe back into your apron.''

Tasty Hands Clothing items can be altered, but must remain something reasonable and front-worn. They come fully unlocked for a mere 1,000 raikhen.

A hearty thanks to GM Thandiwe, Ethereal, and Flannihan for their support on this project!

Enjoy!

=== Teaser 9 - Dhu Impress -- Flower Presses ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1026555304550355044/threads/1490127388124647599 Dhu Impress -- Flower Presses]
| author = GM Mariath
| date = 04/04/2026
}}
Rumor Woods 2026 - Dhu Impress

Whether you just like to smell the roses to collect flora as an occasional hobbyist to a professional botanist, we bring you '''Dhu Impress''', a new shop for Rumor Woods 2026!

Find that special blossom you've been searching for, put it in your flower press and give it a turn -- voilà -- a dried, permanent specimen for you to affix into your journal.

Organize them by genus, color, location... however you desire!

Created in 2004, the Dhu Impress flower press was built for the famed voyages of the Dhu Gillywack. It was sold with a portfolio that allowed you to store the flowers on the center of pages and then you could show them off to folks.

Twenty-two years later, we were asked to add an analyze to them, and update them we did, so that they could be offered again.

The Dhu Impress flower press is unchanged in its functionality. You place a flower inside, turn to press it, and then you can add it to your keepsakes (journals for this run).

The journals, however, has been updated with some new tricks.

Previously, you could turn the page, show the book, and place the flowers only. Now it has been updated with the follow actions:

* close my journal
You gingerly close your journal, taking care not to crease any of its pages.

* glance my journal
: You glance up, your fingers pausing in their absent tracing of the journal's cover.
: Firstperson glances up, his fingers pausing in their absent tracing of the journal's cover.

* open my journal
You carefully open your journal, turning to the first page.

* glance my journal
: You glance up from the page of your journal, a finger pressed to the line you were reading so you don't lose your spot.
: Firstperson glances up from the page of his journal, a finger pressed to the line he was reading to hold his spot.

* hug my journal
: You glance up from the page you are reading and press the open journal to your chest, cradling it close.
: Firstperson glances up from the page he's reading and presses the open journal to his chest, cradling it close.

* close my journal
You gingerly close your journal, taking care not to crease any of its pages.

* hug my journal
: You wrap both arms around the closed journal, folding it snugly against your chest.
: Firstperson wraps both arms around the closed journal, folding it snugly against his chest.

Additionally, you can now write in your journal around the image. Without writing, it will look like so:

* look journal
Balancing a journal in your right hand, you gaze down to find that you are open to page 1. At the center of the page lies some dried pennyroyal stem, with lines of careful script set above and below, framing the flattened botanical.

* write my journal
During the hunt to destroy the Wsalamir Arctic Clan in the Second Age, subtlety came into play as well as simple violence. The Arctic Clan took many prisoners from among the human and elven villages (though many of these prisoners wound up dead not long after), and among these was a human healer who swore he would change sides to support them if only they would leave him alive. He earned trust day by day, until, twenty years into his captivity, he tried to poison the leader of the Clan, concealing the scent of the toxins with the heavy scent of pennyroyal. The giantman saw straight through the attempted assassination, and told the healer, "You may flee me, but you will never flee the wendigo in time," and cast him into the cold. Since that time, pennyroyal has always meant "Flee me."

You bend over your journal and add some additional thoughts to the page, carefully writing beneath some dried pennyroyal stem affixed to the center of the page.

(Note: To insert a line break in your writing, use the | symbol.)

Firstperson bends over his journal and begins writing with his quill. After a moment, he lifts his head and scans back over what he has written with a critical eye.

* look journal
Balancing a journal in your right hand, you gaze down to find that you are open to page 1. At the center of the page lies some dried pennyroyal stem, with lines of careful script set above and below, framing the flattened botanical.

>read journal
Text surrounds some dried pennyroyal stem that is affixed to the center of the page, the writing clearly in Common. It reads as follows:

This is a pennyroyal stem. During the hunt to destroy the Wsalamir Arctic Clan in the Second Age, subtlety came into play as well as simple violence. The Arctic Clan took many prisoners from among the human and elven villages (though many of these prisoners wound up dead not long after), and among these was a human healer who swore he would change sides to support them if only they would leave him alive. He earned trust day by day, until, twenty years into his captivity, he tried to poison the leader of the Clan, concealing the scent of the toxins with the heavy scent of pennyroyal. The giantman saw straight through the attempted assassination, and told the healer, "You may flee me, but you will never flee the wendigo in time," and cast him into the cold. Since that time, pennyroyal has always meant "Flee me."

Not only that -- the journal also allows Flower Power pressed flowers to be added to it. Just remember that all flowers added are consumed.

=== Teaser 10 - The Webs We Weave -- Spider Apothecary Items ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490181717485682839 The Webs We Weave -- Spider Apothecary Items]
| author = GM Elysani
| date = 04/04/2026
}}

The Web We Weave introduces 21 new design [[The_Spidersilk_Apothecary#Alteration_Spider|spiders]]!

That's 63 new designs for all of your crafting and fancifying needs!

And don't worry, there's a new spider house available just in case your spider friends need extra room.

=== Teaser 11 - Scorpion Saddle ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490362579502239844/1490720977007546540 Scorpion Saddles]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/06/2026
}}

'''Insurmountable saddles''' will be introduced at [[Rumor Woods]] this year as part of the release of [[Scorpion mount]]s. While they behave similarly to [[Saddle Me Up saddle]]s, they are more closely related to [[Cog and Zephyr saddle]]s. The scutix is a Faendryl innovation similar to the gnomish [[Cog_and_Zephyr_saddle#Hailx|Hailx]], at least in regards to it lying flat when not on the mount and 'unboxing' when on the mount. Original crafters of the scutix called them a chitin-craft, though that design style has since fallen out of practice due to life expectancy issues. The design is lightweight. The vurziod, a forgewright saddle, is a Tehir innovation. Comprised of both metal and leather parts, the design features a high back, hide padding, and forward railings. The design is rigid and sturdy.

Both scutix and vurziod can be unlocked via certificates to expand their fluff verbs. They will be sold in the [[Rumor Woods]] shop [[RWShop:Insurmountable|Insurmountable]].

'''Lore'''
:'''The Scutix - A Faendryl Chitin-craft Saddle'''
The name scutix is deceptively simple, meaning little more than saddle in the Faendryl tongue. The design it describes, however, is anything but.

Originally fashioned from the great chitinous plates of deceased wastes scorpions, the earliest scutix was a triumph of pragmatic elegance. The plates fit the mount's natural contours seamlessly, cradling the rider while protecting their back beneath an articulated shell. To the eye, rider and scorpion seemed almost one creature.

The pheromones embedded in the harvested chitin told a different story. Imperceptible to the riders, the scent spoke plainly to every scorpling within range: here was a host. The resulting swarms were catastrophic for mount and rider alike.

Modern scutix are carved from carefully shaped wood, treated and finished to mirror the living chitin beneath them; glossy where the mount gleams, textured where the natural plates ripple. The best craftsmen spend as much time matching the color and sheen of a specific mount as they do the saddle's construction. When the articulated plates are folded open for mounting, even a trained eye may struggle to find where the scorpion ends and the saddle begins.

'''Note:''' scutix is both a singular and plural word.
:'''The Vurziod - A Tehir Forgewright Saddle'''
In Tehir, vurziod draws from roots that mean stinger, finger, and strength in equal measure, with seat woven somewhere beneath all three. Scholars have settled on "stingseat" as the working translation, though any Tehir present for that decision would likely find it incomplete.

What the name describes is a saddle built not around the rider, but around the mount. Where other cultures design riding equipment to subdue or conceal, the vurziod is fitted with the precision of someone who regards the creature beneath them as a partner rather than a beast of burden. The Tehir do not consider the sandfinger tamed. They consider it convinced. A willing partner.

The saddle follows the natural segmentation of the scorpion's mesosoma, sitting cleanly along the tergite grooves rather than strapping across them. A series of hook clasps, which retract flush when the saddle is unengaged, are set into each groove sequentially. Once positioned, a rear tension knob cinches the whole assembly firmly from behind. The leading edge is placed precisely behind the carapace junction, leaving the scorpion's median eyes unobstructed.

The seat itself is high-backed, padded in local hides, and flanked by a forward rail. Two rigid stirrups extend outward on jointed billets, adjustable to the length of the rider's leg. The rigidity is deliberate. A scorpion's gait is not a horse's gait, and a stirrup that gives with the motion rather than holding against it will teach a rider bad habits quickly.

When the tension knob is seated, and the clasps have found their grooves, the vurziod becomes less a saddle than a connection, the final expression of a bond that began before the first molt was shed. Built for the unforgiving rhythms of the Sea of Fire, it holds the rider not by force but by fit. After all, precision and trust, among the Tehir, amount to the same thing.

=== Teaser 12 - Vintage Visions ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1491535909135323179 Vintage Visions]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/08/2026
}}
Thanks to the assistance of Elysani and Naiken, Vintage Visions has been updated with an entirely new room, and additional wares have been added to the print room.

[[:Verb:MAIL|Mailbox]] addition certificates have been added to the offerings. Their price has been drastically reduced. The new cost is 12,500. This certificate, like others, can be customized by a merchant, though there are two designs currently on display.

Trash barrel certificates have also been added to the offerings. These also have two pre-designs but can be modified by a merchant.

[[Ebon_Gate_Music_Box|Music Box]] Permanency, -inator permanency, and [[Portable_Tub|tub]] permanency slips have been added to the offerings in this front room as well.

We have removed the design slips (also known as bungalow slips) as recent issues with them (beyond recent discussions on pricing) have required us to evaluate how this offering is handled going forward. There have been numerous issues with their application from both a staff and player standpoint. I’m confident we’ll be able to figure out a resolution.

In the second room, two pre-designed foraged item props are on offer. They rest amid miniature shelves. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, the Book-inator shelves are here. However, for avid readers, you may wish to obtain a miniature bookcase. These items will create bookcases with THREE book-inator shelves in them.

=== Teaser 13 - Spell Books!: Volume 2: The Sequel: The Return of the Features ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1490820917616447518 Spell Books: Volume 2]
| author = GM Ethereal
| date = 04/08/2026
}}
"Faster!" his mentors begged him. "How are you going to defend yourself when there's a kobold biting your neck by the time you've gotten to the right invocation?"

Sigh.

Dunvold was never a fast reader. While other wizards were busy levitating rocks and conjuring flame, he was still sounding out "The Wheels on the Wagon Go Round and Round: A Primer on Circular Motion and Enchanted Transportation."

His first combat exam was a disaster. By the time he'd stumbled through "I hereby summon thee, O crackling arc of—wait, is that an 'i' or an 'l'?—of light-en-ing," the training dummy had already crossed the arena and bopped him on the head. Twice.

"Perhaps you'd be better suited to alchemy," suggested Professor Burnwood gently, after Dunvold's protective ward fizzled out because he'd accidentally read "shield" as "sheld" and created a small pile of clamshells instead.

But Dunvold was stubborn. Every night, by candlelight, he practiced. First with children's spellbooks. Then young adult spellbooks with slightly more complex incantations. He read aloud to his familiar - a deeply unimpressed toad named Tad — until his tongue no longer tripped over phrases like "effervescent transfiguration" and "perpendicular banishment."

The breakthrough came on a Tilamaires.

He was reading a particularly dense tome about elemental manipulation when he realized he wasn't sounding out the words anymore. His eyes were simply... knowing them. The symbols flowed like water, the syllables rolled off his tongue like thunder, and suddenly—whoosh—a column of fire erupted from his palm.

"Tad, did you see that?!"

Tad blinked once. Slowly.

Several updates for Spell Books are coming to Rumor Woods 2026! This year, we have a few player request features and two new features, which will be deployed shortly before opening on Friday. They are:

* You may now `PONDER` to a specific slot (e.g. `ponder <#> <book>`).
* You may now `TRANSFER` spells between slots - just select a slot via `PONDER` and then `TRANSFER <book>` to begin the process. If a spell is already present in the destination slot, it'll be moved to the originating slot for the spell being transferred.
* Several bug fixes have gone in related to display and usage (Thanks bug finders!).
* NEW: You may unlock additional uses of `STARE` (1750) via a voucher, capped at the item's Tier (5x/day max at Tier 5). Speaking of Tier 5...
* NEW: Tier 5! At this Tier, you may `WAVE` a book at a target to sequentially invoke spells in rapid succession! The first spell has a 100% chance to fire, the second 75%, the third 50%, and the fourth 25%. 10 minute cooldown.

Pricing is 50k for Tier 5, 125k per additional use of `STARE` (1750). The upgrades should be available when Rumor Woods opens.

Enjoy!
<pre{{log2}}>
>wave guide at rat
Raising your strategy guide at a giant rat, you begin to rapidly invoke the spells contained on the guide's pages, unleashing a bombardment of spells in rapid succession!
You unleash the Prayer of Holding spell at a giant rat!
Glowing mist encircles a giant rat before fading away ineffectually.
You unleash the Divine Fury spell at a giant rat!
Particles of dust and soot rise from the ground at your feet as you release a pulsating, platinum ripple of energy toward a giant rat!
CS: +480 - TD: +3 + CvA: +25 + d100: +74 == +576
Warding failed!
The giant rat is cloaked in a blinding platinum light and assailed for 400 points of damage!
... 50 points of damage!
Head and most of upper body turned into a smoking pile of gore!
The giant rat is stunned!
... 75 points of damage!
Terrible slash to the giant rat's side!
Entrails spill out, onto the ground!
Death can be SO messy.
You unleash the Fervent Reproach spell at a giant rat!
A single dim, ale-brown globe springs to life in your right hand. With a flick of your right wrist, the globe dances through the air toward a giant rat!
CS: +480 - TD: +3 + CvA: +25 + d100: +99 == +601
Warding failed!
The orb squarely impacts a giant rat, discharging the ale-brown energy over its entire being for 358 points of damage!
The ale-brown energy pulses for an additional 250 points of damage ...
... dissipating with a final discharge of 150 points of damage!
You unleash the Condemn spell at a giant rat!
[SMR result: 497 (Open d100: 55, Bonus: 60)]
The air around a giant rat vibrates with the low, strident blast of a hunting horn!
Misty figures with vengeful, star-bright eyes course past the giant rat, slashing it for 35 points of damage!
... 35 points of damage!
Hard slash to the giant rat's side!
Left arm no longer available for use.
The giant rat shrieks as it slumps to the ground and licks at its wounded left foreleg.
Cast Roundtime 12 Seconds.
</pre>

=== Teaser 14 - Fist Class Plane Ticket: Part Deux!===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1491576142686060634 Fist Class Plane Ticket: Part Deux!]
| author = GM Ethereal
| date = 04/08/2026
}}
Choices, choices.

Dunvold was bad with choices too.

Here he stood at Fist Class Plane Ticket - which was neither first class, nor a plane of existence, nor sold tickets, but Dunvold had learned long ago that wizarding establishments had peculiar names. The shopkeeper, a hunched woman with seventeen pairs of spectacles perched atop her head like a glass crown, watched him with the patient resignation of someone who had seen this exact scene play out a thousand times before.

Left or right? Dark or light blue? The two vouchers sat on velvet cushions, each no bigger than a thumbnail, each humming with a different frequency that made his teeth itch.

croak said Tad, unhelpfully.

"I know. You're hungry. I'm hurrying as fast as I can," replied Dunvold, shifting the frog from his left shoulder to his right. Tad's weight was negligible, but his opinions were heavy.

croak

The dark blue voucher pulsed like a heartbeat - quick, insistent, urgent as a messenger sprinting through castle halls. The light blue one shimmered with barely contained chaos, like bottled lightning, like the heart of a storm, like the moment before a sneeze.

"Both have their merits," the shopkeeper offered, adjusting three of her spectacles at once.

"That's not helpful," Dunvold muttered.

"Wasn't trying to be helpful. Trying to be honest." She tapped the counter. "You've got about thirty seconds before Rumor Woods closes and you'll have to come back next year."

Dunvold had to make a choice. Time was not on his side.

His hand hovered between them, trembling like a compass needle that couldn't find north.

croak said Tad, and this time it sounded almost like a question.

=== Teaser 15 - The Jerboa===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1491966955878354985 The Jerboa]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/09/2026
}}

'''The Jerboa'''

Summoned by a rainstick, this lovely little rodent is a true friend and companion. Special thanks go to those that helped me make the jerboa come alive. GMs Elysani, Gyres, and Xynwen helped with most of the messaging, while GM Ivry helped with some messaging and coding. Here are a few things to expect with the jerboa:

: remove my jerboa
You coax your Sea of Fire jerboa down from your shoulder, and she hops willingly into your waiting hand, curling her tail around your thumb.
: drop jerboa
You crouch down and lower the Sea of Fire jerboa, but she springs away before reaching the ground, bouncing lightly as she lands.

:l jerboa
Small with soft reddish brown fur, the jerboa stands upright on elongated hind legs, her tiny forepaws tucked close to her chest. The fur pales along her belly. Her head is delicate and narrow, framed by large, translucent ears that rise like thin petals, each veined and faintly pink. A long, slender tail trails behind her, ending in a dark, tufted tip.
There are multiple types of jerboa, lesser, greater, Southron Wastes, Seareach, dune, desert, wasteland, ironstone, northern, southern, jungle, and Sharath.
They come in a multitude of sandy shades.

: analyze jerboa
<pre{{log2}}>
************************* Jerboa Pet ****************************
This Sea of Fire jerboa can NEVER be altered or changed in ANY way by ANYONE.
These jerboas are desert companions that follow their owner around. They treat their owner kindly; others, less so.
******************************************************************
Verbs:
WEAR to toggle shoulder (on/off), GET to hand, DROP, DISMISS
CUDDLE, HUG
KISS/PET/RUB/TICKLE/NUDGE/POKE/PLAY - Various affections
FEED - Seeds, nuts, berries, fruit, vegetables, or insects
</pre>
'''One Ambients and Interactions'''
• Perched on your shoulder, your Sea of Fire jerboa swivels her enormous ears in two different directions, then settles back with a satisfied flick of her tail.
• Your Sea of Fire jerboa grooms her paw and runs it over her head, then leans against your ear as though listening to some secret only you could share.
• A three-toed reddish brown Sea of Fire jerboa nuzzles your neck lovingly.
• Just one enormous eye is visible as a three-toed reddish brown Sea of Fire jerboa peers cautiously around a tendrilous black bat flower, the rest of her body kept well out of sight.

:play jerboa
Watching the Sea of Fire jerboa closely, you flick your fingers at her in a teasing cadence, first this way, then that. The rodent freezes, attention fixed on the movement, before abruptly bouncing away. Just as quickly, she leaps close and bounces over your hand, kicking your knuckles with her tiny feet as though scoring in an impromptu game of tag.

:feed jerboa
You offer a length of deep purple shockroot to a three-toed reddish brown Sea of Fire jerboa, but she recoils with a tiny sneeze.

:feed jerboa
You offer a three-toed reddish brown Sea of Fire jerboa a handful of round hazelnuts, and she seizes them without ceremony, stuffing them between her front teeth and bearing down. A sharp crack rings out, followed by a pause in which the Sea of Fire jerboa sits perfectly still, her eyes wide. Then she is in motion again, her tiny jaw working through a rapid series of smaller crunches. Her whiskers fan and retract with each new crunch, her cheeks puffing and shifting as she gnaws away. A few fragments tumble from the corner of her mouth, and she retrieves each one, stuffing the bits deliberately back in without ever once breaking her rhythm.

=== Teaser 16 - Mood Jewelry ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1492008333467582594 Moody Jewelry]
| author = GM Sindin
| date = 04/09/2026
}}
In a bad mood and want the whole world to know it?

You can do more than grumble. You can stop by Moody Jewels, a new shop at this year's Rumor Woods, and pick up a piece of '''Mood Jewelry'''.

Mood Jewelry allows the wearer to broadcast one of '''twenty''' different moods on a special line between their features and their inventory.

The following moods are available on all mood jewelry sold at Rumor Woods 2026:

# He seems to be in a good mood.
# He seems bored.
# He carries himself with an air of nonchalance.
# He seems rather gloomy.
# He appears rather friendly.
# He casts his gaze about with cold indifference.
# He has a haughty air to him.
# He guards himself, vaguely suspicious of one and all.
# He appears weary of his surroundings.
# He seems rather pleased with himself.
# He appears anxious about something.
# He appears vaguely anxious.
# He holds himself with an air of ease.
# He seems barely able to contain his joy.
# He looks defeated by life.
# He holds his head low.
# He holds his head high, in a boastful manner.
# He has a distinctly lascivious look to his eyes.
# He has a solicitous air to him.
# He holds himself with gallant poise.

Many thanks to GM Modrian for coding this and to GM Thandiwe for her help with this.
=== Teaser 17 - Knight's Way and Forge ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/1492321677567328338 Knight Way & Forge]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/10/2026
}}

Did you know that there is a seamstress in "The Knight Way" that will update your Knight Wear surcoats and that every run of Rumor Woods she gets updated?

Did you know that the blacksmiiths in The Rumor Woods forge are willing to add Knight Wear scripts to some of your items? ```

A petite copper-haired blacksmith smiles brightly, "The design work I do is turning your armor into Knight Wear armor! I can also turn your unarmed combat gauntlets into Knight Wear gauntlets or your spurs into... you guessed it -- Knight Wear spurs! For each of those, I offer three designs: 'Lance', 'Gaston', and 'Monty'. If you want to know more about the individual services, you can ASK ME ABOUT ARMOR, GAUNTLETS, or SPURS.

If you already know what you want and have the appropriate items in hand and the 1500 raikhen to pay for the work, then you just gotta ASK me ABOUT ORDER (Lance| Gaston| Monty)!" she concludes with a cheery wink.

A paunchy balding apprentice mumbles, almost shyly, "I don't do much. Still learnin'. I guess I can make Knight Wear helmets in three designs: 'Lance', 'Gaston', and 'Monty' folk. So if you got a plain helmet, I can make it into a Knight Wear helmet in one of them designs.

You want that? You gotta ASK me ABOUT ORDER (Lance| Gaston| Monty). Got to have your plain helmet that you want worked on -- only plain ones, nothing too fancy -- in one hand and the 1000 raikhen in your other hand when you do that asking."

A tall beak-nosed seamstress responds, "All I do here is designs for Knight Wear surcoat embroidery. The current list of designs is here on this sheet of papyrus." She shows you a thick strip of papyrus:

Knight Wear Surcoat Design Options

#1 pouncing ebon Kish'enda design
#2 umber nhil'mon with gold-sheened scales
#3 grey-scaled sha'rom tipped with curved scales
#4 mottled verdant dhosa'nhil
#5 blue-streaked sai'ri monster with pale grey scales
#6 scarlet pentacle formed by bloodlike spatters
#7 nightshade-wreathed silver chalice
#8 clawed hand reaching through pale smoke
#9 mirrored lor trees in silhouette
#10 monochromatic palace with a towering spire
#11 mana iris washed in opalescent swirls
#12 wide-eyed sakaii balanced on its hind legs
#13 lunar silver-limned valynta symbol
#14 crimson-stippled ebon arabesque design
#15 violet-sheened black raven feather
#16 carmine-streaked desert sunset design
#17 date palm oasis amid crescentic dunes
#18 selshis pack coiled in ambush
#19 squat barrel cactus ringed with spines
#20 ribcage half-swallowed by tawny sand

She comments, "Some designs have a * -- this means they have more detail for SHOWing. You can see that detail if you ASK me ABOUT DESIGN DETAIL." She pulls the papyrus back and adds, "When you know which design you want, just ASK me ABOUT ORDER {DESIGN #}. Make sure you're holding your Knight Wear surcoat in one hand and 100 raikhen in the other hand."
=== Teaser 18 - New Additions to PCS ===
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| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/832466682291027998/1492220447289507980New Additions to PCs]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/10/2026
}}

We can't wait any longer! We are so excited to announce that Tremors, Grasp of the Grave, Call Swarm, and Nightmare have been added to PCS!

Through the efforts of both GM Casil and GM Ivry, this system will be live for Rumor Woods by allowing characters to gain multiple Grasp of the Grave Customs, Tremors Customs, and Call Swarm Customs.

We are holding tight to Nightmare so that we can debut new and unique offerings for that category at Ebon Gate!

=== Teaser 19 - Last Minute Announcements ===
{{saved-discord-post
| messagelink = [https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/832466682291027998/1492220447289507980New Last Minute Announcements]
| author = GM Thandiwe
| date = 04/10/2026
}}

A few things we may have forgotten to mention...
* A Lofty Affair was updated by GM Elidi to have additional Loft Styles.,
* What Remains was updated to allow the enhancive hider to be a flourish. Certificates are in the shop.,
* Horsing Around will be a delayed opening.,
* Sunscar Sanctum will be a delayed opening.

Mount system

2026-04-15T17:17:27Z

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Items */

{{TOCright}}The '''Mount System''' was released in 2019 at [[pay event]] [[Rumor Woods]] with the sale of the first [[mount|mounts]]. Characters [[WAVE (verb)|wave]] a [[summoning item]], such as reins for an equine or leads for a tortoise, to muster their mount. They can then [[Mount#Messaging_by_Type_of_Mount|interact with their animal]] (mounted or unmounted) and [[MOUNT (verb)|mount]] their animal to travel with multi-movement or [[MOUNT TRAVEL (verb)|fast travel]] (if they've purchased the unlock). Mounts can be [[Mount System#Customization|customized]] as well and special [[Mount System#Items|items]] can be purchased for them, including a private [[Mount System#Stall|stall]].

==Mount Types and Summoning Items==
{{#section:Mount|table}}

==Customization==
Once you purchase a mount, you can have its features customized to your taste. The common mounts will have less options than uncommon mounts, with rare mounts having access to the most. You can only customize your mounts features with [[raikhen]] and by paying the ostler at [[Rumor Woods]]. When visiting the ostler, please have your summoning device in hand. Recently, the ban on altering mount items (leads, reins, and other mount-related gear) was lifted. However, some items still have restrictions. Please make sure to {{boldmono|[[ANALYZE (verb)|ANALYZE]]}} each item to determine if it qualifies for altering.

===Stables===

You can dismiss your mount to send him/her away, just as you can wave your reins to summon him/her. You can also purchase a stall from [[stablehand]]s in most towns' [[stable]]s. The stablehand can do the following services for you:
* Assist you in purchasing a [[stall]] for your mount.
* Assist you in purchasing a [[Stall#Loft|loft]] above your mount's stall.
* Discuss switching which mount is in your stall.
* Assist you in purchasing [[Verb:MOUNT TRAVEL|{{boldmono|MOUNT TRAVEL}}]] Travel options.
* Assist you in purchasing [[MountedCombat|Mount Combat]] unlocks.

====Purchasing a Stall====

You can purchase a [[stall]] from [[stablehand]]s in most towns' [[stable]]s. In order to purchase a stall, you'll need to have your mount [[summoning item]] in hand. If you do, this is the place that you can visit your mount when you are not riding it. Stalls can be customized via pre-written certificates and can also have [[Stall#Loft|lofts]] added to them. For more information about stalls and lofts, see [[stall]]s.

===Items===

Mount items can be purchased in [[Rumor Woods]] at a variety of shops. Among the shops that have featured items for mounts in the past are:

=== All Mount Items ===

* [[RWShop:Can't Stop That Weaving|Can't Stop That Weaving]] - tools to turn [[Weavable item|weavable]] items into mount-worn items.
* [[RWShop:The Flanked Bag|Flanked Bag]] - [[Mount Containers|saddle bags]]
* [[RWShop:The Gallant Groom|Gallant Groom]] - [[Grooming Item|grooming tools]] for most mounts
* [[RWShop:Moving on Up|Moving on Up]] - Food that transforms a common mount to an uncommon mount (Provides additional interaction verbs & more ambients)

=== Bear ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit the [[RWShop:Ursine Paddock|Ursine Paddock]].

* [[RWShop:Better in the Saddle|Better in the Saddle]] - bear saddles
* [[RWShop:Ursine Emporium|Ursine Emporium]] - items for your bear to wear

=== Cervidae ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit [[RWShop:Cervidae Corral|Cervidae Corral]].

* [[RWShop:Deerner Time|Deerner Time]] - food for cervidae mounts
* [[RWShop:Notcher Style|Notcher Style]] - items that can modify your deer-type mount
* [[RWShop:Goin' Stag|Goin' Stag]] - items your dear-type mount can wear
* [[RWShop:View from a Stag|View from a Stag]] - [[View From a Stag saddle|deer-type saddles]]

=== Equestrian Items ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit the [[RWShop:Grand Stable|Grand Stables]].

* [[RWShop:Braid and Mane| Braid and Mane]] - items that will change a horse's mane
* [[RWShop:Barn With It|Barn with It]] - equestrian food
* [[RWShop:GemStoned|GemStoned]] - [[Dermal Piercer|mount adornment]]
* [[RWShop:The Gallant Groom| The Gallant Groom]] - items that can be used to groom a horse
* [[RWShop:The Gift Horse| The Gift Horse]] - items a horse can wear
* [[RWShop:Irons in the Fire| Irons in the Fire]] - items that can brand a horse
* [[RWShop:Saddle Me Up | Saddle Me Up]] - [[Saddle Me Up saddle|saddles]] for mounts
* [[RWShop:Stick Your Nose In It | Stick Your Nose In It]] - food for mounts and nosebags

=== Lizards ===
To purchase on of these mounts, visit [[RWShop:Lizard Vivarium|Lizard Vivarium]].

* [[RWShop:Leaping Leezards|Leaping Lizards]] - items your lizard can wear
* [[RWShop:The Lizard Nest|The Lizard Nest]] - food for lizards
* [[RWShop:Tiu & Qaiteke|Tiu & Qaiteke]] - [[Tiu and Qaiteke saddle|Lizard Saddles]]

=== Mechanical Mounts (Beetles & Spiders) ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit [[RWShop:Fryc and Shives Laboratories|Fryc and Shives Laboratories]].

* [[RWShop:Better in the Saddle|Better in the Saddle]] - mechanical mount saddles

=== Rolton - (Sheep & Goats) ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit the [[RWShop:Rolton Pens|Rolton Pens]].

* [[RWShop:Baaarnyard Bounty|Baaaryard Bounty]] - rolton food
* [[RWShop:Bad Wolf Clothing|Bad Wolf Clothing]] - items for your rolton to wear
* [[RWShop:Better in the Saddle|Better in the Saddle]] - rolton saddles

=== Scorpion ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit [[RWShop:Sunscar Sanctum|Sunscar Sanctum]].

* [[RWShop:Claws and Effect|Claws and Effect]] - items a scorpion can wear
* [[RWShop:Insurmountable|Insurmountable]] - scorpion saddles

=== Tortoise ===
To purchase one of these mounts, visit [[RWShop:Tortoise Holdings|Tortoise Holdings]].
* [[RWShop:Born to Adorn| Born to Adorn]] - items a tortoise can wear
* [[RWShop:Cog & Zephyr|Cog and Zephyr]] - [[Cog and Zephyr saddle|tortoise saddles]]
* [[RWShop:The Colorful Carapace | The Colorful Carapace]] - paint for a tortoise shell
* [[RWShop:Rollin' In The Greens | Rollin' in the Greens]] - food for tortoises
* [[RWShop:Trim and Polish | Trim and Polish]] - items that can be used to groom a tortoise

=== Stall & Loft ===

* [[RWShop:A Lofty Affair|Lofty Affair]] - room descriptions and items that can be placed in a loft
* [[RWShop:Quit Stallin' |Quit Stallin']] - items that can be placed in a stall

Note: This is not a comprehensive list. Be sure to view the most recent [[Rumor Woods]] shop listing to see what is available on a given run, and what type of mount each item works with.

==Mount Travel==

Mounts have the ability to use multi-movement as well as an unlockable fast travel. When you are travelling normally while mounted, you can be dismounted if you are attacked and receive damage or if you somehow manage to perform an attack on something.

===Multi-movement===

Multi-movement is a base feature of all mounts and is different from Fast Travel, which is a separate unlock. You can type {{boldmono|GO <first direction> <second direction>}} to move in two different directions with one command or you can type {{boldmono|GO <same direction repeated up to eight times>}} to travel up to eight steps in the same direction in one command. A normal creature won't get the opportunity to attack you when using multi-movement, but anything that could trigger when entering or exiting a room still applies (webs, ice patches, etc). Multi-movement will work for a group if all members have mounts. Non-mounted characters are left behind.

====Different Direction Multi-Movement====

<pre{{log2}}>go s se
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed south.
[Wehnimer's, Exterior]
As you stand next to the southwest corner of the Landing, you have an unobstructed view of the plain. Some distance away you can make out the vague figures of shepherdesses tending their flocks of Rolton -- sheep indigenous to the region. Further south the grassy expanse turns hilly, eventually terminating in stark mountains that line the horizon. You also see a wooden signpost.
Obvious paths: north, southeast, southwest
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed southeast.
[Wehnimer's, Exterior]
The dirt path bends around the southwest corner of the landing. Far to the east, you can see a thin blue line that must be the river. You also see a rolton skeleton, a yellow silk ribbon and a heap of splintered timbers and torn hide.
Obvious paths: east, northwest</pre>

====Same Direction Multi-Movement====

<pre{{log2}}>>go w w w w w
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed west.
[Vornavis, West Road]
Dry grasses stretch out in a plain to the south of the path here. Amber fields of tall swaying grass wave hypnotically in the slight, steady breeze. The rustling hiss of the grasses in the breeze sets the mind at ease.
Obvious paths: east, west
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed west.
[Vornavis, West Road]
The fields to the south of the path here change from amber to the east to green and lush to the west. The fields have no paths or roads leading into them, but occasionally, the tall grasses are crushed or swept to one side as if by a traveler or a large animal. You also see a small mound.
Obvious paths: east, west
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed west.
[Vornavis, West Road]
The road continues to the east into a wide, flat area marked by fields of tall grasses. To the west, a small wooded area crosses the road, becoming more dense and lush far to the north. The road remains well defined, and wagon wheel ruts show regular use. You also see a rocky footpath leading up into the woods.
Obvious paths: east, west
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed west.
[Vornavis, West Road]
The road travels through a very sparsely wooded area for a stretch here. The woods are not dense, and allow direct sunlight to touch the forest floor. This is either the beginning of a very young forest, or the end of a very old one.
Obvious paths: east, west
You ride a fiery-eyed nightmare steed west.
[Vornavis, West Road]
To the east, a small wooded area crosses the path, and vibrant green leaves cling to trees swaying in the breeze. The road slopes sharply downward for a stretch before turning toward the southwest. A clump of holly bushes to the north of the path here looks out of place.
Obvious paths: east, southwest</pre>

===Fast Travel===

There are two different types of fast travel: (a) Town to Hunting Grounds and (b) Town to Town. The commands for this type of travel are detailed at {{boldmono|[[MOUNT TRAVEL (verb)|MOUNT TRAVEL]]}}. Both of these are unlocked at a town's [[stable]] for [[raikhen]]. Note: you do not have to own a [[stall]] to use the feature.

'''Town to Hunting Grounds''' travel allows you, when mounted, to travel from within town, a stable, or your stall to any number of hunting grounds in your local area. In most cases, the mount will not allow you to circumvent normal obstacles (skill and level checks), but can you get closer to the area than if you had to walk all the way. A common exception to that rule is if you can teleport there with a gold ring, a mount will probably be able to take you there too. After your hunt, you can return to the same room, then fast travel back to town. You may use this type of fast travel with no cooldown. There may be level restrictions in order to travel to a hunting ground.

'''Town to Town''' travel allows you, when mounted, to go on a short journey from one town, stables, or stall to another town's stables. It is quicker than walking and will only take a few minutes to go to most towns, but is taxing on your mount and may only be performed twenty-four hours after the last time the ability was used. After you've used the ability, you can {{boldmono|MOUNT TRAVEL TOWN RETURN}} in order to return to your original location. This must used within the twenty-four hour window of when you used the town-to-town fast travel option.

==Verbs Used with the System==

===[[MOUNT (verb)|MOUNT]]===

This allows you to climb on your mount. Once unlocked, it is also the launching place for MOUNT TRAVEL.

===[[MOUNT TRAVEL (verb)|MOUNT TRAVEL]]===

In order to use the {{boldmono|MOUNT TRAVEL}} system you need to do 3 things:
* Purchase a mount from [[Rumor Woods]].
* Purchase a travel unlock from a [[stablehand]] at any town's [[stable]].
* Stand in your town's [[stable]], your own [[stall]], or a room in town.
'''Please note: When you buy the unlock it works for the character that bought it only. HOWEVER, it works for ANY mount you purchase.'''

All travel enhancements cost [[raikhen]] and will apply to all mounts owned by you. There are two types of fast travel that you can purchase:

====TOWN====

{{boldmono|MOUNT TRAVEL TOWN}} costs 100,000 raihken.

This travel option will allow you to travel to another town once every 24 hours. Your origination room must be located within a town.

{{boldmono|TOWN RETURN}} will allow you to return to the town you traveled out of once in a 24 hours period.

Additional uses of mount travel can be purchased as an upgrade for 100,000 raikhen.

====HUNTING====

{{boldmono|MOUNT TRAVEL HUNTING}} costs 50,000 raikhen. This travel option will take you to a nearby hunting ground based on your origination area and can only be initiated from within a town. Return abilities are included with this travel option.

{{boldmono|RETURN}} will return you to town from your hunting area. Please note, whichever room your mount originally dropped you off in is the room you need to depart from.

===[[DISMISS (verb)|DISMISS]]===

This sends your mount home. If you own a stall, then your mount will be waiting for you the next time you visit it.

===[[DISMOUNT (verb)|DISMOUNT]]===

This will allow you to climb off of your mount.

==Resources==

*[[/saved_posts |Saved posts]]

[[Category:Mount System| ]]

RWShop:Bad Wolf Clothing

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Bad Wolf Clothing}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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RWShop:View From a Stag

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Ursine Paddock

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Ursine Paddock}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Ursine Emporium

2026-04-15T17:07:47Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Ursine Emporium/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Ursine Emporium}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Trim and Polish

2026-04-15T17:07:40Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Trim and Polish/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Trim and Polish}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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RWShop:Tortoise Holdings

2026-04-15T17:07:35Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Tortoise Holdings/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Tortoise Holdings}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Tiu and Qaiteke

2026-04-15T17:06:05Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Tiu & Qaiteke/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Tiu & Qaiteke}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Tiu and Qaiteke

2026-04-15T17:00:26Z

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RWShop:Sunscar Sanctum

2026-04-15T16:59:15Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Sunscar Sanctum}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Rolton Pens

2026-04-15T16:58:28Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Rolton Pens}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Rollin' In The Greens

2026-04-15T16:58:17Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Rollin' In The Greens}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Gemstoned

2026-04-15T16:56:24Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:GemStoned}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:The Gift Horse

2026-04-15T16:55:56Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:The Gift Horse/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Goin' Stag

2026-04-15T16:55:44Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Goin' Stag}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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RWShop:Grand Stable

2026-04-15T16:52:31Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Grand Stables/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Grand Stable}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Insurmountable

2026-04-15T16:52:09Z

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==Current Shop Listings==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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RWShop:Irons in the Fire

2026-04-15T16:51:56Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Irons in the Fire}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Leaping Leezards

2026-04-15T16:51:11Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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RWShop:The Lizard Nest

2026-04-15T16:50:58Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Lizard Vivarium

2026-04-15T16:50:14Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
{{:RWShop:Lizard Vivarium/2026}}
==Previous Shop Listing==
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Lizard Vivarium}}
[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
[[Category:Mount System]]

RWShop:Moving on Up

2026-04-15T16:49:44Z

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==Current Shop Listing==
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==Previous Shop Listings==
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[[Category:Rumor Woods shops]]
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