Goldbrook Annual Guild Fair

An immersive introduction to the world setting and the folks who live here.

Airship by TJ Trewin

Floating islands drift lazily amidst fluffy, picturesque clouds in the perfectly blue sky - you watch for a while as a magnificent airship soars high above waves of grass in the distant fields, casting a shadow over the centuries-old jindo ruins below.
The gentle spring breeze carries the wonderful aroma of freshly baked delicacies, and the sound of laughter and animated discussions turns your attention to the brightly coloured tents of the annual guild fair you're here to explore.

Pixel art ticket by TJ Trewin

In your excitement you almost drop your entry ticket, but with an instinctive flourish of magic you return it to your hand before it falls - your thumb returns to idly running along its perforated edges and embossed text as you head towards the entrance.

Arriving at the guild fair

Welcome to the Goldbrook annual guild fair!
Let me give you a quick overview of what delights you can find here today:

The guild stalls are right next to that colourful bunting - if you're new here in Zendu, they can give you a great introduction to the local area and upcoming events to look forward to!

There's a fun & games area just beyond the tents, there's something for everyone, regardless of skill!

And of course there's the market stalls and food vendors, though I'm sure you know that already from that wonderful smell, it's making me hungry!

Have fun! If you have any questions, I'll be right here if you need me.

— Gate attendant

You hand over your entry ticket and the gate attendant places it in their open palm so you can observe: with the index digit of their other hand they draw a line over the small card, moving the tiny inked letters to the edges of the ticket. With a practised motion, their finger encircles the ticket and the design re-emerges as a tiny map of the venue.
Like a conductor gently guiding an orchestra's volume, they raise the ticket in an expert display of wind manipulation back to you.

Oh, this also grants you one free drink or snack from any of the food stalls! Just hand your ticket to them and they'll remove the perforated part :D

— Gate attendant

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