#ToA2020

[itscup]

my nightborne alaraus ... shes my first wow rp character and i love her so much already shes pretty Hoity Toity

i brought her to the tournament of ages and had a blast (last pic was her outfit to the ball)

[calriadawnbrook]

Here’s all the portraits from Tournament of Ages! There are 76 total from the six days I had the booth open. I realized I hadn’t posted any here so..here they are! I look forward to next year.

[kavtari]

Kav’s at another day of the Tournament of Ages!

Anchoring available. /whisper Kavaina-Moonguard

[selowyn]

ToA 2020, Eve One

Selowyn settled into her quarters in the Argent Tent, her lips still tasting of hot cocoa with a hint of rum. It was warm and spicy, a welcome contrast to the frozen landscape surrounding the festivities.

The cocoa was from the Tarts tent, served by Trisandrah the chocolatier, and Ms Gloamingdawn. It was good to see Lynesse again - a friend in the Light. She admired the woman from their brief time together in the Waylight Outreach. Such a promising concept. Would that the organization could have survived the brooding reverberations of war!

Removing earrings, heavy robes and such, the Confessor made herself more comfortable, gazing over this evening’s “haul”: An amber necklace for protection, to “guide one through the darkness”; a “sun royalty” crown made with crystals wrapped in wire; and a gold rose from Creatively Crescent. (One might almost think she was attending this year’s Ball, for all this glitter and glamor...)

Sauveterre Estate tea blend, rosewater, and rose jam (lots of roses...); as well as Starweaver Rose wine, from the Phoenix Fellowship booth. “Celebrating Elvish Solidarity.” Delightful to see such celebration and honoring of ALL Elven paths. It felt wonderful to wander freely with all her kin, as well as mortals and immortals alike, factions irrelevant as all made merry in the brooding embrace of Icecrown’s hidden gem. She had even “dunked an elf”, poor Kaldorei dear. It was for charity, though, and he assured her many times over he didn’t mind! For this, she had won a mastiff plushie. Oh - and also a candy cane plushie, for her awful flirt with Dicenne, the ever-accommodating guild master of the Tarts. He’d waited in line with her to hear...this: “You must be a campfire. Because you’re SUPER hot, and I want s’more!” Thinking back to her companion for the evening, a warm smile lit her face. Ren was an absolute darling to walk with her around the tournament grounds. He had ensured she felt safe, carried her packages, provided her with food and hot drink. Complimented her aim, made sure a couple of gents speaking a bit brashly toward her were informed of her station... He’d even admitted his past crush on her...

Thinking back, she was always fond of him, as was plain in the letters they had written each other. Why had nothing come of it then, more than scribbles and glances? She’d asked and he asserted she’d acted uninterested. Was it that simple, though? Perhaps she had; but then, there were the complicating influences of Audemus and Melisande at that time. Fluttering butterflies of chaos and heartbreak! Chuckling at the thought, she put pen to paper to write a letter.

Why not? He’d admitted to enjoying being “pen pals” for a while. Happy that he was happy, she just wanted to thank him.

All in all, a delightful evening full of colorful, delightful folk. She was glad, for the moment, to be back. @renrael-wra    @dicenne     @gloamingdawn

[paper-troll]

My belf Neysa at the Wonderlight Ball

[mekandawn]

[captainlynx]

Icy Shores

Northrend does not have the most favorable of seas, but we managed well enough! We’ve weighed anchor in the bay just down the way from the Tournament grounds! Lucky for us there is a lift ta get up the rocky cliffs.

Still, I hired a few mages and an enchanter just ta keep the ship from icing over and make our cloaks remarkably comfortable even in the chill.

All the businesses ‘round here will be great contacts fer us, so I’m not leaving until we got ourselves a few more contracts!

[moriurya]

A Camping Trip

Bram initiated the conversation and I, attempting my best at parenting, humored my child. Perhaps I’ve been too strict on him, for he contained his excitement in a way which brought a pained expression on his face. Either way, he retrieved a flyer for the Tournament of Ages and suggested we go to meet with old acquaintances. 

Judging by his phrasing, I do need to lighten up on him. He’s not even a teen and he’s already proposing things to me as if a business or Ranger report.

We arrived to the campgrounds early on Sunday morning, having already made arrangements for our stay weeks prior, and found ourselves among a rather level area of a mountain face with a sufficient tree line to block the winds. Though not particularly close to the festivities, I picked this area to keep away from some of the things I do not believe my child needs to be involved in - such as the campground parties that often happen near the Tournament later in the evenings.

Our neighbor, however, seems to have other plans. Though she does seem to be familiar with sleeping under the stars, it’s obvious to me she’s unable to care for herself in some of the most basic requirements; she does not cook anything over the fire or even seem to eat much at all! Through much of the evening I can hear the faint sound of guitar coming from her site and there is a subtle hint of booze in the air. I do not object her carefree ways, I’m just surprised she’s alive at this rate!

Of course, Bram is infatuated with her. He asks me frequently if I know our camping neighbor or if this neighbor is signed on with Blacksong Records - my child is far greater a fake punk than I ever was! He complains about getting his favorite socks dirty while exploring the Tournament, then head-bangs to a rock band performance.

We shall see how the rest of this week developes. I will certainly offer the woman something to eat if she happens to be around while I’m making a meal. She looks like she could use it.

(( mention @kavtari & @blacksongrecords ))

[songsandsorcery]

✨ 🌭 Weenie Wednesday 🌭 ✨

Wednesday, August 5th

🕰 Booth Hours: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM

❝ Those dastardly second-rate Brightmoon buskers burgled our bratwursts, leaving us at a loss for how to ring in WEENIE WEDNESDAY! Never fear: for the Weenie Man is here! Miz Fizzlbang, the esteemed inventor of the Darkmoon Dog, has shifted in MAXIMUM WEENIE OVERDRIVE! … He’s exhausted, and the horrible meatstuffs he’s churning out are reflecting that. Come on down and get yourself the worst weenie you’ll ever eat. ❞

Take home a souvenir drawing of the worst thing you ate at the Tournament of Ages: a randomly generated weenie! All toppings are drawn by hand, we ask for your patience and cooperation as our artist renders your weenie! Estimated wait times are roughly ~5 minutes per weenie.

[officialtoa]

BOOTH 16: ASHES OF ALAR

Celebrating Elvish Solidarity, the Phoenix Fellowship of the Ashes of Al'ar is bringing you the wonders of Highborne relics, Elvish paraphernalia & souvenirs, enchanted wares, star-card readings, traditional confectioneries, and raffle tickets for a rare mount! Blessed by Belore and endeared by Elune, come visit us to extend the olive branch to all children of Quel'thalas and Kalimdor!

Ashes of Al'ar reopens this year with a brand new magically interactive menu for you to feast your eyes upon!

Brought to you by the ingenuity of Tristanis Starweaver ! 

MENU: https://toa.ashesofalar.com/ 

[greaves note: please look at this thing; it’s incredible. gimme those roses.]

Menu Featurettes:

Luneth Dawnseeker’s Tenacious Tapestries 

Starweaver Vineyards

Gladewind Leathercrafting and Saddlery

Firion’s Magical Wonders

Duskwhisper Destinies

Rosefield’s Tea Time

Sauveterre Estate Roses

Mirchea Mechanics

PLUSHIES

With all the shades of elf to embrace, why not have your plush to match?

The Sin'dorei Plush, who's warm to the touch and smells of spicy cinnamon, frankincense & myrrh! 

The Nightborne Plush, whose calming lavender scent will soothe your mind! 

The Kaldorei Plush, whose scent of minty moonlit evergreens will temper your dreams! 

The Quel'dorei Plush, whose scent of wild blueberries will have you braving the outlands. 

The Ren'dorei Plush, whose perfume of rich blackberries will have you cozy in the dark! 

By popular demand, we have the Bloodberry Tart San'layn plush, whose sugar-sweet scent will have your fangs vibrating! 

These are just a sneak peek at what our mana-touched menu has in store! 

Be sure to visit us to see more of what our magical metropolis has to offer!

PICK A POLYMORPH

"Come one, come all! Try your luck at this new game of chance! A mirror of polymorphed precious rabbits will pounce into view! Can you positively pick which one is the real deal and pin yourself a prize?"

Upon correctly perceiving this puzzle, you will receive ONE raffle ticket for a bejeweled onyx panther! Speak with someone at the booth at the time of your completion or message @Luneth <Ashes of Al'ar>  on discord! 

First Prize: Crafted by the finest Thalassian Jewelers, the Jeweled Onyx Panther is a union of lustrous lapidary and exemplary enchantments!

Second Prize: A melodic revenant of a bygone era, the Highborne Music Box lulls a spirited lamentation to reminisce our mournful yore.

Third Prize: A Miniature Ballista, engineered by meticulous elven ingenuity, this tiny replica is a pocket-sized protector of your person!

[kavtari]

More Thoughts

I spent too much.

It was worth it.

This one guy gave me some amazing brownies and I bought some Moon Pies of chocolate cake with raspberry filling. He also suggested these really cool Goggles, black metal with brown leather, that have a setting where the lenses can vibe with the bass of the music around me - totally using them at my next set! Oh! And I got this neat Watherwatcher thing that’s actually wood wind chimes with glass charms that glow depending on the weather on it’s way.  ((Sharkbait Shipping))

Someone who hosts events noticed I had my guitar and mentioned how hard it was to get decent musicians for parties so we exchanged contacts and I bought some awesome hot cocoa with whiskey and cream. ((Evergold Sanctuary))

I’m super excited to hang this Banner of Accord off the loft looking over the sales room of the studio. It’s absolutely freaking gorgeous and inspires elven unity!  This year I bought yet another hookah and a cool enchanted pen. I got a bracelet from the same booth a previous year and honestly I want to spend the whole week around them. ((The Phoenix Fellowship))

This sailor guy was offering a variety of crazy awesome things, but this Northern Draconic Ale is fantastic! I got the the Bronze and Infinite, which are said to taste more like ciders. Also got the ginger infused Black one, which I’m excited to try. I’m thinking of giving Mason this Lemon-Lime Sour to him because it’s supposed to be Storm and I bet that means lightning. I paid for those in song form, by the way! It was pretty hecking cool, I think. ((The Sea Siren Street Shop))

It’s been a long day. I played a bunch of games, tongue wrestled with a strong woman, and spent a little time with a good person that I don’t really get to talk to much.

I gotta resist these pies tonight.

[selowyn]

ToA2020: Morning of Eve 6

Awakening. Eyes rubbed, yawning. Compounded lack of sleep palpable.

To spite the season, it was snowing. Just a bit. Oh, Northrend.

Nights passed in blurs of colors, voices; games (winner of 2!), cocoa and dancing. Carefully curated purchases. So many purchases. Taunka dreamcatcher. Crystals. A rare Thalassian wine. Suramar crochet set... 

Fatigue was setting in, dare she say almost like old campaigning days. And it wasn’t over yet!

Hot black tea appeared. Pungent and sable against the ever-crisp mornings here.

As it was sipped, a wry grin appeared, conjured by a memory of a tray of chocolate bananas. It may ever remain a mystery how that lead to war stories, shared memories of this place.

Ah, yes; the crest on his pauldron. It had said volumes his spare words did not.

Her trade, plied. Opened him up a bit. He understood. The companion was respectfully curious.

Tonight was jousting. Promises of meeting again.

A gaze beyond tent flaps, through the pines to the sky.

We shall see.

[officialtoa]

BOOTH 2 - STORMWIND CITY WATCH

FANTASY TRAINING CAMP

FOR REAL BUT ALSO FOR FAKE

PAY MONEY TO BE A FAKE WATCHMAN FOR REAL

AT THE TOA AND NOT AN URBAN ENVIRONMENT

TRAINING CAMP

That's right! Pay money to do a fake job that people barely get paid to do for real! The SWCWFTCFRBAFFPMTBAFWFRATTANAUETC, now referred to as simply Training Camp will help you find out of you have what it takes to be a boy in blue.

Features:

- Rent out a smelly old uniform!

- Use real handcuffs! 

- Instantly have your ego overinflated!

- Drink real strength Watch Coffee, not the terrible civilian stuff!

- Write a real arrest warrant!

We've also got special souvenirs to help you remember your trip! Plush Cluck dolls, completely legitimate City Watch hearthstone decks, commemorative coffee mugs, and more!

Come by and see us! Or don't. It's up to you.

[officialtoa]

BOOTH 3: HOLLOWLIGHT VENTURES

Hollowlight Ventures houses a bustling acquisitional department who routinely traverse every world open to adventure in order to bring to you the most exquisite and eye-catching treasures and magical items.

Full catalog will shift from day to day, check back every day of the Tournament and catch up on our newest items before they are sold! 

We sell TRP3 puzzles daily, as well as trp3 auction items!!

This is the reward for the first TRP3 daily puzzle solver each day. 

- a guaranteed auction reservation from any day this week.

- a 50 gold spree at our booth throughout the week for non-auction items.

Our revolving menus rotate daily. This years are themed around our various departments and various campaigns!

 Please, for the love of God, do not ask us to transpose an item you got from us the other day off our menu and didn't save or make us break character to teach you how to import trp3 items. This is immensely taxing on us. Please, for our sanity, keep track of your purchased items and READ THIS before you PM us midday in the midst of our vending. Offenders may be fed to Nightshark. He is always hungry. Don't want to know what Nightshark is? Do not do the above.    

 first and foremost - TRP3:extended is a different addon from TRP3 - sort of like an addition to TRP3. you can download it here.

https://www.curseforge.com/wow/addons/total-rp-3-extended.

 secondly, there seems to be confusion about how to download something from wago.io . all you need to do is:

- click copy trp3 import string at the top right of the wagio page.

 -then click your "extended item database" in-game (at the top of your trp3 menu bar. it looks like a little gear.) 

 -from there, click import item, and paste the code from wagio. poof, the item should be in your inventory! 

AUCTION ITEMS

Each day, Hollowlight will be auctioning an item of particular rarity and exquisiteness. This item will be available to be bid on at bidder’s discretion from the start of the day until the day is over. The item will be delivered to the winner on the following day. Other items only found on that particular day will also be available!

The Auction Item Categories are as follows:

TRP3 Auction Items: TRP3: Extended Auction items or quests that Hollowlight has coded. We have in-game prizes for all of them and one for each day of Carnival. Solve these, and receive an in-game prize as a reward! Horde and Alliance friendly, we will send you the link to download the item. 

Other Auction Items: 2-4 other items of substantial intrigue or power auctioned each day. Auction winners are announced with @'s in our booth channel. We will sometimes make bonus items.

MENU ROTATION

Hollowlight prides itself on strange, exotic goods from the far reaches of Azeroth and beyond - as well as handcrafted items made by our artisans and merchants. Enchantments, magical goods, potions and herbs, haunted curios, fine blacksmithed goods, and more can all be found within our wares.

Our rotation this year

day 1: guard department wares

day 2: apothecary department wares

day 3: acquisitions department wares

day 4: merchant department wares

day 5: aldmarsh campaign wares - a midsommar magical swamp in the elder woods of quel'thalas.

day 6: asylum campaign wares - hollowlight survived an ordeal at the hands of a silverpine asylum. we have good as well as scars to show for this.

day 7: wildlands campaign wares - a collaboration with argent onslaught and the stonewind tribe, goods traded to us in exchange for helping the swaygrass tauren of the barrens.

FORTUNE TELLING

Hollowlight houses many seers and oracles who offer their myriad of farseeing talents to the Tournament. The witch uses an ancient form of tactile divination to see through flesh to spirit. Will you let her pale eyes gaze upon you?

Not offered all day every day, but offered as the hours wane towards the witching hour [10pm to 12 am]. Find Greaves or an alchemist and ask for a fortune to receive one.

[kavtari]

Kav Thoughts

The only thing I like about Northrend is the Tournament of Ages.

Yeah, sure, I do want to explore it more and travel. BUT only during its warmest times and only with a full caravan. I can go backpacking through plenty of places, but Northrend is not one of them!

Anyway, so I’m here. I’ve got a campsite with an enchanted forever-warm-hammock and a perimeter with enchanted globe lights that give off some warmth so my campsite isn’t constantly cold! Since it’s mostly rocks in this area there isn’t much in the way of mud, so I’ve had a pretty comfortable stay so far!

The grounds are swarming with people, though! Tons and tons and tons of people. It feels larger than last year. I’ve brought my guitar and my flute and a drum, but I don’t know if I’ll have any time to just sit and relax besides at my campsite.

Oh! My camp neighbor is a Sin’dorei woman! She’s got this really gorgeous tent and seems to have all the skills for a good week in the woods. I think the kid is her son, which is kind of nice. I wonder if he likes everything so far? Maybe I’ll go say hi some time when we’re all around at the same moment.

(( mention @moriurya ))

[officialtoa]

BOOTH 19: DARKMOONS FINEST

Booth 19 is host to Darkmoon's Finest, a splinter troupe of the Darkmoon Faire that focuses on mainland relations, talent scouting, offshore performances, and advertising. This booth boasts a veritable menagerie of refreshments, curiosities, performances, and games with a Darkmoon twist.

MENU: https://tinyurl.com/dmf-toamenu 

Come join us to delight in a new dazzling headliner every day! Gnoll fortune telling, petting zoos, songs and sorcery ... Who's to say what you'll see when the Faire's around! Revel in showmanship that will leave your head spinning, our guarantee!

We recommend the use of the Musician addon and TRP3 Extended to enjoy your experience with us to the fullest potential.

 HEADLINERS

 Sunday, August 2nd: Ring & Carnie

 Monday, August 3rd: Dump the Chump

 Tuesday, August 4th: Splash Bash

 Wednesday, August 5th: Weenie Wednesday

 Thursday, August 6th: Drunken Dragon

 Friday, August 7th: Test Your Strength

 Saturday, August 8th: Balloon Animals