Twin brothers, one named Emal and the other Juan, grew up and moved out of the country. A year later, their mother receives from Juan a letter and picture of himself. His mother sighs and mentions she wishes she had a picture from Emal as well. "Why," replies her husband, "if you've seen Juan, you've seen Emal." ~ Groaners
Headlines
Head Office Moves Again
by Piper Kin
Just two months ago, the Chronicles moved from a pokey office to a cosy building in New York. Since that time, we've found even nicer premises in the market square.
But what does this mean for our readers? Surely, having an off-site paper will make it harder to catch up on Elysia's goings-on? Well, not according to Editor-in-Chief, Chenoan Cirocco. According to him, there'll be reminder notes in the calendar every Friday so you won't forget when we go to print, with a link to the current issue.
I must admit, my office is much nicer than the old desk I had, but what do our readers think? Why don't you write in to Chenoan and tell him?
EF comes out of it's shell! Players Only
by Chenoan Cirocco
A new EF Staff IM account was just announced. According to sources it's to be used for any suggestions or questions that someone might want answered quickly. There are also three alternatives in case you don't have an AIM account. Those alternatives are the Audience with the Aides thread, where you can ask a question and be answered by an Aide or maybe even Xanth herself; the Complaints Office thread, where you can gripe, complain, moan and groan about anything EF related all you want; or you can always PM the Secretary.
Ed: Please remember to follow the Forum Rules any time you make use of one of these options, thanks!
Desert Mugging
by Kaida Tanili
Not too long ago, our very own Elise Theiroe, disguised as Anya, the owner of The Jade Refinery, was taking a stroll around midnight through The Maze of the Scorpion Desert. While on her way to her destination, a random mugger came out of no where and attacked Elise with his daggers. Fortunately, this thief wasn't dealing with just any small woman, but a skilled fighter. While Elise tried to fend off her attacker, the mugger got the upper hand, and eventually was successful in injuring her. As she lay there, losing life by the moment, the mugger began to rob her, no doubt thinking he'd won the battle.
Either by pure luck or fate itself, the well-known Storm Riders came to her aid. Showing himself for the first time, the leader of the Storm Riders, Amiri Jalil, rode to Elise's rescue. Fending off the attacker, who fled in fear of the renowned Rider, Amiri scooped up Elise and brought her to the healer Suka Matali. With Anya's hood pulled back from the fight, her true identity is revealed to the Pet's of DOOM owner, only confirming his previous suspicions. Once she was healed, the mysterious Storm Rider rode off into the night, leaving Elise to fend for herself.
Full Access, Players Only
by Chenoan Cirocco
Ever been confused when someone talked about something that happened in Paris, the Grove, or the Cloud Palace? Well be confused no more! Now you can read any thread in any sanctuary (except for the Adult and teen boards of course) no matter what species you are! This is for players only however, so your various characters can't know what happened in the Crypt or the Dark Temple if they only have access to the Village Square. We hope you enjoy reading all of the newly available threads and catching up on anything you might've missed!
Lies, Deceit, and a Coma
by Chenoan Cirocco
In the hospital, Suka Matali has put Mahesa Nagra into an induced coma so that she wouldn't escape from him when MPD officers Zephyr Cairbre and Nymphadora Makani came to the door. They were brought there by Daoine Sideheanta after the incident we reported two weeks ago. Suka Matali received a visitor and left, asking Nymphadora to stay behind and watch Mahesa for him. Zephyr left soon after when he was unable to prove anything had happened. Not giving up, he left Mahesa a note in the hopes that she would come to him when she awoke. Clearly this event isn't over, but how will it turn out?
Faroah Sightings Soar
by Chenoan Cirocco
Recently, reports have been coming in left and right about sightings of the familiar red imp dragon Faroah. He seems to have been delivering some scrolls to specific shops in the marketplace, hospital and Scorpion Desert. While only the recipient of each scroll has been able to read the message there are rumors they are from Xanth herself. The first scroll was sent to Maximus Mills, Mayor and doctor. Another scroll was sent to Castalia, Elysia's pharmacist and Nymph Matriarch. One scroll made it's way to Anya, the mysterious owner of the Jade Refinery. The final scroll was discovered in Zephyr Cairbre's smithy. What do these scrolls say, and more importantly, what do they mean for Elysia? Only time will tell!
Editorial
To Xanth: Since you can appear to us in many different forms and shapes, what is your favorite appearance?
The one I use the most.
I suppose I should elaborate. When I first arrived on Earth, I was a young girl. I knew nothing of external dimensions or that I was the only one outside of Tanakheim with the power to destroy or create on a whim. I was met with fear and awe by a people who, despite the knowledge that they could not best me, died to make me realise the vast responsibility I now had. I honour them in this form... though it can be irritating to hide my wings for extended periods.
Weekly Feature
Design a Creature Contest Winner
by Kaida Tanili
As you all know, there was a contest for designing a creature. After a long wait and a lot of searching, the staff here at Elysian Chronicles have finally came to a conclusion. The winner of the contest, Jade, provided a wonderful description of a Vlareon. Unfortunately, try as we might, there has been no success in proving this true. So as of today, we officially go on the record in calling this magnificent beast none other than a myth. If you should happen across this creature, which this staff highly doubts, be fair warned of its nature. But who better to explain it than the creator herself. Here is what was written.
Vlareon
by Jade
A distant rumbling, a defying roar. Your heart felt like it stopped beating for a moment and you recoil in fear it’s a Vlareon. A Vlareon is a small creature, of the opposing elemental. It has two wings, one red, and one white. In one side of its head it has a red, twisted horn and the other one is gold. As you’re about to try and figure out what it’s doing here you remember why a Vlareon come to the realm of mortals. It is a servant to death itself. When someone’s died the Vlareon comes to take them to heaven or under the earth. A small gasp of horror escaped your lips
I’m not dead! you scream as it jumps on you and everything turns black. When you wake up there is a crowd of people around you and a car you realize that a car must’ve hit you! A second later the Vlareon appears and speaks slowly and icily
You have been allowed one more chance before you die. Live your life well. We shall meet again. and as soon as it happens it stops and you just sit there starring at the place where it had been.
And as a little treat, here is this artist's rendition of the Vlareon.
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Employment Agency
Assistant Editor
The Chronicles is looking for a new assistant editor to work alongside Chenoan and his team.
Responsibilities
+ Oversee the features team
+ Ensure the paper is printed on time
+ Make sure deadlines are adhered to
+ Proofread features and edit where necessary
+ Check links and sources
+ Accept submissions of tips and features
+ Write headline stories
+ Pay salaries for regular staff
+ Pay for submissions from freelancers
This is an out of character job for the most part so we will be hiring based on the following factors:
+ Good English
+ Ability to work in a team or alone
+ Good imagination
+ Time to do all of the above
+ Good knowledge of what's happening around Elysia
Salary
$80 per week, to be paid by Chenoan.
How to Apply
In your application please include a portfolio of headline stories (minimum of three, please check the Chronicles archives for an idea of what we're after).
Please PM questions and applications to Chenoan, thank you.
Feature Artist & Journalist
The Chronicles is also looking for new writers and artists for the weekly features section.
Responsibilities
+ Submit at least one feature per month
+ Adhere to any deadlines
+ Follow the editors' guidance
+ Check all facts before writing
+ Check links and sources
+ Write at least one headline story per week
Skills
+ Good English or Art
+ Ability to proof your own work
+ Good imagination
+ Time to do all of the above
+ Good knowledge of what's happening around Elysia
+ Ability to take constructive criticism
Salary
Feature staff are paid $50 per feature by Chenoan and $15 per headline.
How to Apply
In your application please include a portfolio (minimum of two features, please check the Chronicles archives for an idea of what we're after).
Please PM questions and applications to Chenoan, thank you.
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