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[carmesi]

Who: the summoned in solvunn
When: january
Where: primary settlement area
What: a little mingle
Warnings: tba

[ ooc: this is an open log so please feel free to jump in and make your own top-levels! feel free to assume your character was invited or told about the invitation to be with the other summoned (or to get free food; please, carmy is stress cooking). and have them just show up. you can always assume your character has heard it through word of mouth, and the locals will be happy to point your character in the right direction. feel free to use this log for any other in-settlement situation or wildcard it. ]

A. WINTER WELCOME

The current avalanche of the wrong Summoned into Solvunn is greeted by a rather cold and bleak winter morning. The locals are quick to try and help, offering lodgings and warm clothes for those that otherwise prefer to explore instead of staying inside. Those originally summoned into Solvunn are likely to be around, lending a helping hand should it be needed.

Despite the odd circumstance of arrival, the Summoned are not kept to one singular place. They are free to explore the place and become acquainted with the locals. One could stay in the Primary Settlement, venture towards the many different shops and homes and farms; venture a little further out towards the inn, or to the lakes where the treehouse is; or make the proper travel arrangements to go to the Secondary and Tertiary Settlements. They will be welcomed in all the settlements in a similar fashion, and—as is customary with the Summoned—be asked to help around, be it with repairs, finding lost livestock, checking up on shrines, and any other task to help abate the woes of winter and the trouble caused by the earthquake.

One warning remains the same, though: do not stray away from the paths. There are monsters out there beyond the border of the settlements, so it would be best to travel in pairs, or stay within the realm of safety.

B. TREEHOUSE PIT STOP

The fate of the Summoned in Solvunn, like in the other territories, is not to be too far away from one another. The commune is small, though, which allows for a stronger bond; now, with so many gone and swapped elsewhere, it's a little more difficult to know where they are all at, currently, within this territory. Wanda tosses the idea around, to get people to come to the treehouse to know of the place. It's closest to the Primary Settlement, and, from here, the Summoned can find a path to wherever they deem best to go to—back to the Primary Settlement, towards the inn, or maybe even further south towards the Secondary Settlement.

The newly arrived Summoned are free to explore the space. They can step into the garden and explore the edges of the forest, or even greet Eli the goat and Clover the horse out in their sheds, though they will expect an apple or another treat for their troubles. An orange cat will follow the new strangers about, curious, and demanding attention, or even leading them further inside the treehouse. It is warm and cozy inside, and the different stairs will lead up to the different floors, doors opening up onto balconies and towards walkways across trees, to netted landings to look about. In the main house, some rooms are locked, but Wanda will let everyone know that they are welcome to make use of the amenities and to sit around if they want.

Something smells really good, coming from the kitchen, though. Carmy has been here for a couple of hours, cooking his anxiety away. Stepping inside the kitchen, snacks can be taken, but outside will be an area set apart, thick blankets streaming down the ceiling to enclose the space and keep the winter cold from affecting the dining experience ( 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ). Anyone can come and go, sit down, and then step away; a hearth at the side keeps the inside warm enough to cozy up.

C. WILDCARD

You are in Solvunn now. Live your best goatcult life while you're here.

Comments

[cointosser]

[Oh, he was actually expecting a little resistance considering how abrupt this might be. And Carmen looks... well, not exactly enthused to be offered the job, but then again, Jaskier's worked with plenty of people in his time on the Committee. All Jaskier truly cares about is his willingness to commit.]

I will return with a solid date. A fortnight in advance, if that is plenty of time for you. [He doesn't think he'll need a lot of preparation, considering... what, is the Council going to turn him down? It's for their god, after all! And a god that Jaskier has... a special affection for.

For reasons. Reasons he's not sure are entirely real but --]

Exactly. I feel there should be plenty of local supply for you to dip into. Do you need a... a theme, or something? I'll be honest, I'm much more involved in the visual and auditory arts, not the culinary ones. My only experience was running a pierogi stand at a festival a season ago, and it nearly killed me.

[emulsions]

You think we'll be here that long?

[ You know what? Forget he asked. He doesn't wanna think about it, for one, and for another, a part of him isn't sure he...wants to go back? He likes it here, with Wanda and Peter, and away from, fuck, he doesn't even know anymore. Murdering kings and queens?

He scratches the back of his head, rubs his temple with the edge of his thumb. Okay, right. Wait, pierogis? Never mind. ]

Cuisine and flavor profiles are gonna be limited, but...since this is for the commune, these guys probably aren't all that adventurous, anyway. Um, last I checked, the fishermen have a surplus of cod, it's in season right now, and you can do a lot with a nice cod. And...if there's anything you really need, I could check a few sources—

[ It's Wanda. Wanda is the source. ]

—but I don't wanna call in too many favors. Did you have something in mind? Like, a dessert or a wine, even...something we can build around.

[theidlemaiden]

[ Hilda, in her typical fashionably late fashion, comes breezing into the tavern. Or maybe 'slamming' is a better description considering the way the door all but slams into the wall announcing her presence. If her hair and eyes didn't already draw the occasional stares still in Solvunn, the accidental entrance will. Some snow manages to follow her in before she shuts the door but as soon as she does she seems to zero in on Jaskier in no time at all.

Quick as a flash she's at the table pulling up a seat at which point it's clear that she had made the trip from Wanda's treehouse with a large garment bag. ]

Jaskier, I need you for fittings if we're going to have this done in time -

[ At which point she realizes someone is with him. Someone that she's seen around the treehouse. Recognition immediately dawns on her and she gasps, eyes sparkling and a smile beginning to spread across her face. ]

Carmy! I didn't know you two were acquainted. Are you helping with the concert?

[cointosser]

[Jaskier blinks at him.] Oh, sorry, you think someone is coming to rescue us?

[That's a bit funny, to be honest. But he won't press the issue. Honestly, Jaskier is taking their hits as they come. And boy, do they never stop coming.

He puts back on his friendly smile.] Cod! I do love a bit of fish. Smoked fish, I should think, is fine enough for these people, and should be easily doable. And, let us be honest with each other, there is no meal in the world that is worth eating without wine --

[Speaking of wine, look who arrives with her hair with the colours of a fine rosé! An extremely pink one.] Er, Hilda, I'm --

[In a meeting? At least she catches on immediately. Better even that she knows him.] Oh good, you've met. Carmy will be in charge of the venue's culinary matters. I'm thinking a light smoked fish and wine. I think that's fine enough for a bit of free fare.