Magician
A small carnival, known as Terminus, captivates towns with its unique mystique and quality attractions. Their arrival is marked by a magical march through town, enchanting spectators with glowing orbs and promises of entertainment. The carnival offers a variety of food and games, creating a wonderland that leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
- ▪Terminus carnival focuses on mystique rather than thrill rides and games.
- ▪The troupe's arrival is strategically timed after nightfall to maximize audience engagement.
- ▪The food tent, run by Violet and her team, features an array of colorful sweets that mesmerize patrons.
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In the realm of carnivals, theirs was a small one. While other carnivals boasted thrill rides, bounties of festive food and a multitude of games with fantastic prizes beneath multicolored tents, theirs had only a handful of these things, rides excluded. Where their carnival shined was in its mystique and the quality of the attractions within.Article continues after advertisement After a town had been prospected (Terminus sent a scouting party ahead of the troupe to determine the best location for their base and to map the best route through town to achieve maximum exposure), they would ready themselves for entry. Every stay commenced with a march through each targeted town. The preparation began when the town was in sight.
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