Fashion! 5122
As part of the annual Elanthian Fashion Week scene, the The Looking Glass are pleased to announce Fashion! 5122. This year, we will be holding a series of seasonally themed events across Elanthia in collaboration with other CHEs and MHOs.
Spring
The Looking Glass are celebrating the arrival of spring with a day at the races! We are taking over the Veythorne Manor grounds for the day to let the roltons run amok with a little side-betting action, refreshments, and the chance to show off your finest race day outfits. Prizes will be awarded to race winners and for the most ostentatious hat seen during the day!
Schedule and Race Times
Feastday, 19th day of Charlatos (Saturday, March 19th)
All times Eastern
| Rolton Race Day | |||
| Time | Event | Host or Sponsor | Description |
| 10am | Welcome Brunch | Elanthian Elegance | Starting the day in style with an elegant brunch to discuss "racing form" and "fashion." Look for the tent at the Veythorne Manor Dock (lich #13402) |
| 10.45am | Race Set Up | The Looking Glass | Setting up for the morning at the starting post with announcements, race registrations, and opening of the betting table (lich #13402). |
| 11am | The Maiden Flat Race | The Looking Glass | First race of the morning sponsored by Elanthian Vogue to get the rolton racers warmed up.
First prize: a special case of Prestige Champagne |
| 11.20am | Sylvanfair Spring Steeple Chase | House Sylvanfair | The second race will involve the roltons having to overcome "springtime" hurdles along the race course.
First prize: a bird-themed ranger Imbue box |
| 11.40am | The Moonstone Classic Dash | Moonstone Abbey | After the morning's gruelling schedule, the roltons will trot the final race over the flat.
First prize: TBD |
| 1.45pm | Race Set Up | The Looking Glass | Setting up for the afternoon at the starting post with announcements, race registrations, and re-opening of the betting table (lich #13402). |
| 2pm | Silvergate Hunt Flat Race | Silvergate Inn | The first race of the afternoon will be run on the flat.
First prize: a charm bracelet with four animated charms |
| 2.20pm | The Swan Steeple Chase | The Coterie of the Swan | The second steeple chase of the day will see the roltons encountering hurdles or distractions along the race course.
First prize: TBD |
| 2.40pm | The HOA Sweepstake | Hand of the Arkati | See Betting Rules below for payout on a Sweepstake.
First prize: Silvers prize and a set of hand-crafted items. |
| 4pm | Mad Hatter's Tea Party | Elanthian Elegance | Ending the day in style with a picnic tea and announcement of the winner of the "Mad Hat" award.
Prize: To be announced |
| Rolton Race Night | |||
| Time | Event | Host or Sponsor | Description |
| 8pm | Mixology and Oenology | Ilyan Syndicate | A cultured evening of inquiry into the fine arts of mixology and oenology. Bring your suggestions (or samples!) for your favorite creative mixed springtime tipples, and take part in a hands-on vintnerian demonstrations. Hosted by Elaejia & Aendir Silithyr in anticipation of the evening's races. Look for the tent at the Veythorne Manor Dock (lich #13402) |
| 9pm | Paupers Classic Sprint | House Paupers | A classic race on the flat for established racers.
First Prize: TBD |
| 9.20pm | Cairnfang Silver Stakes | Cairnfang Manor | A Sweepstake race on the flat. See Betting Rules below for payout on a Sweepstake.
First Prize: a goodie bag of prizes |
| 9.40pm | The Iskandr Final Flat Race | Iskandr | First Prize: a cog-fused glaes cigar cutter |
| 11.30pm | Closing Event | Iskandr | Party late into the night. More details to follow but you know it will be fun because it's Iskandr! |
Race Rules
- There will be a minimum of 6 roltons running in each race. [See details of the runners below]
- Each of the 6 roltons can be "sponsored" by one individual in a particular race for a nominal fee or "buy-in." [Fee to be determined]
- Private pedigree rolton entries will be accepted on the day for a small entry fee. [Yes, you can bring your own Racing toy (roltons only), entry fee to be determined]
- Up to 4 private pedigree roltons can be entered into each race to a maximum of 10 roltons overall.
- The race course will run from the Veythorne Manor dock at the north end of the grounds (where the Fishing Shop is located ~ lich #13402) to the entrance gate at the south (lich #13366). [A total of 9 rooms in either direction]
- Each race will last no more than 10 minutes.
- The first rolton to reach the gate (finish line) will be declared the winner.
- In the event of no rolton reaching the gate (finish line) before the race time elapses, the race will be declared over with no outright winner. Entry fees will not be refunded.
- Ownership of roltons must be established before the race. [Roltons must be attuned ~ HUG rolton x2]
- All roltons must be prepared before the race. [TURN rolton x10 to fully wind it]
- All roltons must be lined up at the start of the race. [PLACE/DROP rolton at the starting post]
- Races will be started on the commands of, "On your marks!" ... "Get ready!" ... "GO!"
- False starts will be disqualified. [Do not NUDGE your rolton until you are told "GO!" Make sure you know which rolton is yours e.g. NUDGE THIRD ROLTON or NUDGE BLUE ROLTON etc. You only need to NUDGE your rolton once, it sets it in motion for 10 movements. Please be aware that roltons could move in any direction.]
- Rolton "owners" and "sponsors" are permitted to encourage their roltons to continue racing should their movements cease within race time. [You will be able to pick your rolton up after 10 movements to rewind it ~ GET rolton and repeat with TURN rolton x10, PLACE/DROP and NUDGE to resume the race]
- Any attempts to assist your rolton (i.e. picking it up and carrying it) or interference with other roltons during the race will result in disqualification and/or ridicule.
- Retrieve your rolton once the race has finished [GET rolton. You will not be able to pick up your rolton until its 10 movements have completed, hopefully at the finish line!]
- All roltons must be returned to the Adjudicator where you will receive your prize (for entry and race win, if applicable). Unless, of course, you are the proud owner of the rolton, in which case just come and collect your prize and praise! [PINCH rolton x2 to unattune it and return it to Rohese or she will hunt you down!]
- The Adjudicator's decision in all matters is final. [No arguing with Rohese or she will cry.]
Betting Rules
- First and foremost, please be aware that this is just for fun! Please don't assume you are going to win big - or even win at all - as the roltons are very unpredictable and may not finish the race.
- Betting Odds will be clearly displayed before each race on the chalkboard outside the tent.
- Minimum stake is 10,000 silvers.
- Maximum stake is 1 million silvers.
- Bets can only be placed on the race about to commence.
- All bets are for first place only (no second or third place) and the rolton must have reached the finish line.
- All bets are forfeit in the event of no rolton finishing the race.
- Betting will close before each race begins. No bets can be placed while the race is underway.
- All wins must be claimed immediately after the race is over (within 10 minutes of the finish or before the next race begins, whichever is sooner) or will be forfeit.
Betting (explained in simple terms)
Betting Odds are used to determine the probability of a rolton winning a race. The fractional odds displayed will allow you to calculate how likely a given event is to happen based on previous form.
For example, betting odds of 9/1 gives a 10% chance that the rolton will win. 4/1 gives a 20% chance and 1/1 gives a 50% chance.
Betting Odds then allow you to calculate how much silver you will win if you make a bet. Using the same examples as before, quite simply, for every silver you bet, you will win the value of that bet plus the return of your stake.
- 9/1 for every 1 silver you bet, you will win 9 silvers plus the return of your 1 silver stake. So 10 silvers in total.
- 4/1 for every 1 silver you bet, you will win 4 silvers plus the return of your 1 silver stake. So 5 silvers in total.
- 1/1 for every 1 silver you bet, you will win 1 silver plus the return of your 1 silver stake. So 2 silvers in total.
All bets placed during a sweepstake are set as standard. In the event of more than one winner, the total amount of silvers staked on the race will be divided equally.
A Rolton Race Day Rehearsal will be held on the afternoon of Niiman, 17th day of Charlatos (Thursday, March 17th) to determine the racing form of all six roltons and the subsequent odds for the opening race on the big day itself. The rehearsal will be an open event and everyone is welcome to come along and spectate.
Rolton Runners
| Pedigree Name | Commonly known as: | Description / Colors | Racing Form |
| Beryl Blue Silken Beauty | Beryl | a toy beryl blue silk rolton | Hailing from Bourth, Beryl is the pride of her flock. She is a beauty and known to run flat out when tempted with chocolate. |
| Ardenai Alabaster Admirer | Fluffy | a toy fluffy alabaster wool rolton | A fine specimen of a rolton, Fluffy bears all the hallmarks of good breeding and comes from good Ardenai stock. Just look at the quality of her coat! |
| Aubergine Gin Cocktail | Ginny | a toy aubergine silk rolton | Don't be fooled by Ginny's diminutive size, she can trot with the best of them, especially when motivated. So be sure to cheer her on! |
| Veythorne Velveteen Lady | Velvet | a toy ebon velveteen rolton | Just look at this elegant rolton! Velvet by name and velvet by nature, she will cut a swathe through the others when it comes to racing. |
| Selanthian Saffron Cottonwool | Saffron | a toy knitted saffron cotton rolton | Not just brightly coloured but has the temperament to go with it. Saffron is just happy to participate but is especially pleased when she wins! |
| Miss Citrine Sparkle Eyes | Cissy | a toy fleecy citrine wool rolton | Cissy is another beauty with a gorgeous citrine coat and a sparkle in her eyes. She loves to race and loves to entertain. How can you resist her? |
Summer
Our summer fashion event will be part of the 5-day long Revelia Carnivale celebrations and will include a Cocktail Party and the usual Fashion Showcase.
Leyan, 13th day of Koaratos to Restday, 17th day of Koaratos (Wednesday, July 13th to Sunday, July 17th)
All times Eastern
| Revelia Carnivale | |||||
| Date | Time | Event | Host/s | Venue | Description |
| Feastday (Saturday), 16th | 6pm | Carnivale Cocktails | Elanthian Elegance | Lily Manor Event Hall, Wehnimer's Landing (lich #25182) | Lovers of carnival, performance, and fashion are invited to gather for cocktails and conversation in the Event Hall. |
| Restday (Sunday), 17th | 2pm | Carnivale Fashion Showcase | House Sylvanfair, Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass | Ebonstone Manor, Ballroom (portal locations) | A formal fashion show of Carnivale themed fashion with announcement of the coveted "Chalat Award" winner for 5122. No sign-up needed. Come dressed ready and be prepared to put your best foot forward on the runway! Marks will be awarded for interpretation of this year's theme as well as flair of presentation. |
Autumn
To follow
Winter
To follow
Themes
Chalat Award: TBC
Awarded in honor of Chalat Greyvael Illistim, Former First Couturier of the Argentate
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter