Date: August 17th to 18th
Slots: 26
Destination: Rataneran Keep
Requisites: Up to 26 perfomers.
1 Ringleader/Presenter - to the audience, the ringleader is the one running the entire show. He or she provides the introduction and segues between acts, as well as organizes other aspects of the performance. Officially they are not in charge of the others.
4 Acrobats - Flexible, daring, and free-spirited. The crowd expects excellence from any acrobat and so these must be on the top of their game. Tightrope walking, silks routines, and tumbling acts are just some of the elements the acrobats will be expected to perform.
4 Actors - Actors will play the roles of the three founders: two men and one woman. A fourth actor will play the role of The General as the antagonist in a play about the origins of the organization. Although it is preferred to have three men and one woman in the roles, it is not required.
4 Singers/Musicians - Every good show requires a soundtrack and this one should be no exception. Whether it’s an original composition or a breakaway pop hit from your world, be prepared to sing and play your little hearts out for the entertainment of others. Singers and musicians are expected to be both accomplished and literally able to play well with others.
4 Clowns - A sense of humour is a must. Got jokes? Tell’em. Have a funny slapstick routine? Ready your pies. The troupe’s clowns should be fun-loving and gregarious with a near-constant smile on their face. Let’s hope you can walk the fine line between satirizing and insulting your audience! (Note: Mimes need not apply.)
2 Animal Tamers - For a while now, your pets have steadily been arriving in Luceti. Animal tamers should be able to present their own pets as well as showcase a number of their unique skills and tricks. The more spectacular, the better -- regardless of size.
1 Magician - Slight of hand. Illusions. Daring acts of audience participation. Wow the crowd with your card tricks and your spontaneous doves. Volunteers must have at least a passing familiarity with stage magic (not the real stuff)! You must supply your own wand.
1 Make-up Artist - Someone has to make these people look good under the lights. Theatrical, artistic make-up is expected and encourage. Even a painter might be suitable for this role.
1 Costume Designer - Wardrobe malfunctions are a well-known fact of the entertainment industry. Someone must be on hand to patch up one-piece leotards and the Player-General’s loincloth. You may also opt to use the time before the mission to prepare a handful of costumes in advance.
4 Laborers - Strong, handy individuals are required to assemble and dismantle the performance stages. Also, a travelling troupe requires a great number of baggage trunks. While your fellow volunteers are busy rehearsing, it will be your responsibility to make sure that their supplies reach the keep on time and in decent shape.
Description: A very important holiday is fast approaching amongst the Malnosso and the upper echelons of their society are preparing lavish feasts and celebrations to honor Founders’ Day. The individuals selected for this mission will go on to form a troupe of travelling performers, sent to Rataneran Keep under the pretense of performing as a small Lucetian delegation for Count Zompano and his guests. In reality, you will be expected to gather intelligence concerning his defenses, forces, and resources. It is
imperative that the troupe’s cover not be blown; protect it at all costs! Should the Count suspect any shady dealings, you and your comrades will pay for it. In blood. And, perhaps, finger-bones.
The troupe will be expected to put on a full circus-esque show for the crowd at Rataneran Keep. This includes but is not limited to: tumbling and acrobatic acts; sleight of hand illusions; musical numbers; animal tricks; and, finally, a short dramatic piece. You can expect adequate room and board with Zompano’s servants; however, it will not be the usual comfortable existence you’ve grown accustomed to in Luceti.
Please note that we are aware of a localized defensive Shift which prohibits the use of powers on the keep’s grounds, similar to the Shift within Luceti’s tunnel system. As a result. any prolonged and repeated attempt to cast magic or to tap into unwarranted powers will raise suspicion and will therefore not be tolerated.
Reward: Each volunteer may earn up to 40 participation points for a successful mission. Points will be deducted or denied entirely should a volunteer attempt to do anything that would blow the troupe’s cover.
Credit:
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