Crushbone Happenings

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

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[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>If one happens to be in Butcherblock around 3:00 PM CST, 1:00 PM PST or 4:00 PM EST on one might find an old dwarf seeking aid in finding information on axes.</p><p>As always subject  to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night</p>

[Einadon]

<p>*cross posted to both Crushbone threads for complete coverage*</p><p>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~</p><p><p>*Haulden glanced around the barn, dusting off his hands with a satisified experession.*</p><p>"There three scarecrows with new suits and one patched up well enough to last another season! That'll keep the crows away!"  After stashing the new scarecrow clothes into the storage for the next planting, he took one last look around the barn, "time for an ale I think!"</p><p>But wait...what was this? More scarecrows? Where had these poor fellows come from?!</p><p>With a sigh, Haulden slumped a bit... "Ahh I know just the thing! An ale and a goodnight sleep for a job in progress and then back out I'll go! Maybe I can find some more fine folk to help me out again..."</p><p>Mumbling he set off toward the hold, mindful of the leaf piles the younglings were hiding in.</p><p><strong>If you had some spare time on<span style="color: #00ccff;"> Thursday, October 27, around 11 am Pacific</span>, you might find Haulden in <span style="color: #00ccff;">New Halas</span>. It appears he needs some help with one last fall chore.</strong></p></p>

[Troubor]

<p>I want to thank Kellin for coming out tonight to the community lounge to give out the creepy creature catalog quest.  I can just imagine how chaotic it must have felt given how many people were in the lounge.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>One has heard a dwarf from the Stormshield clan will be seeking brave souls to enter Kael Drakkel to prove their bravery. Time is 6:00 PM CST 4:00 PM PST</p><p>(note this is not a repeateable quest if you have ran it before you cannot again and as always due to change without notice dueto real life and other creatures of the night)</p>

[Einadon]

<p>Muttering to himself, a dwarf starts flipping through loose pages on a table. If examined closely, one would notice many types of hand-writing as well as crude and not-so crude drawings of axes.</p><p>"Where is it?  I know I read it...now where'd that darn research go... Bah! I'm going to have to go out again!"</p><p>If you are interested in helping a dwarf do some research on his favorite weapon type... Look for him around <strong><span style="color: #00ffff;">12 pm (noon) Pacific in the Butcherblock Mountains, today (11/2/2011).</span></strong></p>

[Einadon]

<p>Dusting off his hands, Haulden stood back to admire his work. With all the donations of clothing, well the next year's scarecrows looked mighty fine indeed!</p><p>Carefully latching the shed door, he muttered to himself, "now, now it be time for a fine drink! But what te have.... hmm."</p><p>Eyeing about, he carefully made his way out of the hold and down to his own small home. Shutting the door behind him, he latched it, and after a moments pause - shoved a chair in front of it as well. Carefully checking that the shutters were still latched he turned, with a small grin and a rub of his hands, to the kitchen.</p><p>Bending slightly, he moved a bag of flour, a small keg of Brell's, and then carefully pried the back of a painting from the side of his cabinet.  Turning while in his crouch be reached into the small compartment and began to feel around.</p><p>"Now I know I had me a few pints o' the one, and a small cask of the other. Time to taste the collection, see how it compares up to ours it is," he muttered.</p><p>"What! Where's me brews? There's nothing here!" he yelped. Scrambling out from under the counter he grabbed a candle, for a better look, when he noticed a note pinned to the front of the painting.</p><p>"Dear Haulden," it said, sitting down on the floor, Haulden read the note quickly. His face turned red, than a shade of purple. "Gah! Now I need ta go collect more of the brews before I can plan fer the next year! Or have a drink!" </p><p>Tossing the note toward the fireplace, Haulden slide the chair aside and strode out into the fall air.</p><p>Keen-eyed shoppers may notice Haulden out and about looking to expand his collection of brews.</p><p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">(Short notice) Wednesday, November 9, 3 pm Pacific, in New Halas.</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color: #00ffff;">Thursday, November 10, 11 am Pacific, in Gorowyn.</span></strong></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Rumor has it that a baby dragon is lost somewhere in New Halas, If you want to help check tomorrow -11-15-11 - about 3:00 PM CST 1:00 PM PST to see if you can help him find his way back home.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">UPDATE</span><span style="color: #ff0000;">!</span></strong>  Our scouts indicate that the Trolls must have gotten wind of our plan and have vanished from the area.  Scraps of paper left around the abandoned campsite appear to be a map of New Halas.  Judging by the clues left behind they're probably already on their way.  We estimate that they should reach their new icy hideout this evening around 9pm PST.   I just hope they don't get hungry on the way!</p><p>*gets on a step ladder and scratches out Avalonn with a stick and carefully pens Elyshka in curly script*</p><p>Have you heard?  Oh, it's TERRIBLE!  A band of Halflings went to Darklight Wood in search of some special pies sold at the Wanderlust Fair but now they've gone missing!</p><p>Rumor has it that a band of roving Trolls have been snapping up travelers left and right and adding them to their dinner pots!</p><p>We're organizing a search party to go fetch them (brave souls every one of them I say!) - if you want to help,<span style="text-decoration: line-through;"> <span style="color: #ffff00;">be near Wanderlust Fair</span> (just outside, mind you - those Nerian guards are about as forgiving as the Trolls!) on <span style="color: #ffff00;">Thursday, November 17th @ 5pm PST</span>. </span></p><p>We're hoping to catch those Trolls before dinner time if we can help it!</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Somewhere in North Qeynos a dwarf will be looking to add to his ale collection. One might check 11-21-11 about 6:00 PM CST, 4:00 PM PST to see if you can be of aid to the old fellow</p>

[Kreigir]

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">My Greetings to you all, I’m Guide Kriegir, and I would like to invite you all to our event planned on <span style="color: #ff00ff;">Thanksgiving day.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  Come celebrate with the Guides at the </span><span style="color: #ff00ff;">Thundering Steppes Aether Racing Event </span>at <span style="color: #ff00ff;">12-6pm PST</span>. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">Hope to see you there, and Happy Thanksgiving from us guides to you.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">-Guide Kriegir</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">Crushbone Server</span></p>

[Aerfen]

<p><cite>Kreigir wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">My Greetings to you all, I’m Guide Kriegir, and I would like to invite you all to our event planned on <span style="color: #ff00ff;">Thanksgiving day.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  Come celebrate with the Guides at the </span><span style="color: #ff00ff;">Thundering Steppes Aether Racing Event </span>at <span style="color: #ff00ff;">12-6pm PST</span>. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">Hope to see you there, and Happy Thanksgiving from us guides to you.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">-Guide Kriegir</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">Crushbone Server</span></p></blockquote><p>Thank you so much for running this event!  I was able to get a green disk for a few of my characters and really enjoyed the races!  We appreciate all your hard work!</p>

[Einadon]

<p>A Maj'Dul fortune teller gazes into her crystal ball, one hand to her forehead.</p><p>"Hmm I see a bard... oh the poor girl, what did she do to that book? She's going to need help fixing that! Lets see, that looks like the Frostfang Sea, awfully cold there... Hmm and around dinner time from the looks of that chap at the fire."</p><p>Jotting down her vision, the fortune teller stuck her head outside her tent gesturing for one of the children to come over. Pressing a small coin into one hand and the note into the other she sent the boy off.</p><p>The note, should you happen to come across is reads as follows:</p><p>1 Unhappy bard,<span style="font-weight: bold; color: #00ccff;"> Frostfang Sea docks, 5 pm Pacific, 12/1/11. </span>Something, I think, about repairing a song book?</p>

[Einadon]

<p>*Chianix bolted into the bakery, startling her Mum who disappeared in a POOF of flour*</p><p>"Mum! Mum have you heard?!" she said excitedly, waving a flier around.</p><p>"Heard what? And what I have I said about slamming through that door!"</p><p>"The Snowpeople Mum! I don't know all the details, but they're going to tell their stories! Some in the Frostfell Village but rumor has it even around our towns!"</p><p>A slightly white coated face appeared from the cloud of flour, "Snowpeople you say... we'll need... hmm hot chocolate for the village days... Almond cookies in the right shape... Hmmm, where's my quill, I need to write this down!"</p><p>"But there's more! Mum you haven't heard all of the details yet!" Chianix said following her Mum into the backroom.</p><p>A bemused bakery assistant slid the notice toward her.</p><p>"Here ye, here ye! The Snow Historians and Council have given Snowpersons, with an interest, permission to speak with the warm-blooded about Snowpersons and their ancient stories.</p><p>Snowpersons, with an interest, have also been given permission to make copies of this biological information as well as historical tales to interested warm-blooded persons with the proper materials.</p><p>Each tale will be told multiple times so that all may hear it, check back on various notice boards for updated times and days.</p><p><strong>The first telling will be<span style="color: #00ccff;"> Monday, December 12th, at 3 pm Pacific in Frostfell Village</span>. If the Village becomes over-crowded the story-telling will move and announcements will be made at that time."</strong></p><p>"Well I'll be," said the assistant. "I think I'll take Monday off. And go see that Sage girl down the street, I've always liked a good story and this way I can choose the cover!"</p>

[Einadon]

<p>You see a Gigglegibber dart away out of the corner of your eye. Being the curious sort you meander over to the wall and take a look.</p><p>"Hear ye, hear ye! The Snowperson is returning to the Frostfell Village to introduce us to her people and tell a tale! If you were able to hear her at the first visit, thank you for being a fine audience! This will be the same story but you are all welcome to come again!"</p><p>Heavy black ink cross crosses the rest of the nicely written announcement. In rough printing you can make out a bit more and two dates.</p><p>"Hear snow-talkie lady speak next to glowing fruitcake, get pretty robe-things. You bringie blank books, she makee copy of story and/or facts!</p><p><strong><span style="color: #00ffff;">Thursday, December 15, at 11 am Pacific in Frostfell Village.</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color: #00ffff;">Saturday, December 17, at 6 pm Pacific in Frostfell Village.</span></strong></p><p>Disclaimer: I am in no way able to control the patch/update that is predicted to take an hour in the morning. If things go as expected we'll be starting on time. If Murphy interferes, look here for updated information <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p><span style="color: #ff00ff;">Update:</span></p><p>Heya! Just to clear somethings up and avoid confusion on Saturday, I thought I'd toss a wee bit of information up here. Everyone who comes to hear the Snowperson, gets a gift for attending! If you can only stay for a little, you only catch the end, you had to leave in the middle. It's all good.</p><p>Now, thanks to special permissions, in addition to her normal gift, if you bring the Snowperson a player-written book she can make a copy of the story or Snowperson facts for you. This is <strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">NOT REQUIRED</span></strong> for any sort of quest update.</p><p>I have been asked to pass on Snoworchid's many thanks to those who have attended her first two tellings and those who brought extra books. You have all been great audiences and have been a true boost to her Frostfell spirit.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>If your wanting to look your best for Frostfell then seek out Sneu in Qeynos Harbor around 6:00 PM CST, 4:00 PM PST 7:00 PM EST for aid.</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice due to real life <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Einadon]

<p>Chianix, pitching in at the shop during the busy Frostfell season, was quietly listening to a group of halflings chatter. In Qeynos for the shopping, bristleberry-jumjum pies don't bake themselves you know, they had stopped by for a round of sconces and tea.</p><p>The younger two of the group were discussing a performace they hoped to catch before catching the evening boat back to the Enchanted Lands.</p><p>"I heard Blumrup has put a new band together!" said one.</p><p>"Bah," replied the other, "I heard he doesn't even have drums for the drummer! What sort of band is that?!" said the second.</p><p>"Oh! I heard he's got that all figured out, going to do a bit of last minute crafting and tada! Drums and stools for all. See, he even put up a notice in this tea shop!" she said, gesturing to the notice on the wall.</p><p><strong>Don't believe musicians can craft? Bah! That's just bards for ya! Come watch me at work! <span style="color: #00ffff;">Wednesday, December 21, at 3 pm Pacific near the Commonlands Docks!</span></strong></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Tommorrow on the Thundering Steppes dock a young halfing will be seeking aid in gathering items for her cooking.</p><p>She will be on about 3:00 P CST 1:00 PM PST and 4:00 PM EST</p><p>as always  subject due to change without notice due to real like etc etc</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Place: Butcherblock Mts</p><p>Time 6:00 PM CST, 4:00 PM PST</p><p>A certain dwarve is looking for brave souls in his quest for axes, if you happen to be one of the brave look him up</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice due to real life</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Somewhere in Frostfang Sea a dwarf will be found looking for aid in her research in Fungoids.</p><p>She will be around 01-16-12 about 6:00 PM CST 4:00 PM PST 7:00 PM EST</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice to real life taking over</p>

[Einadon]

<p>As you make your way through New Halas a flier catches your eye.</p><p>To those with a spare moment of time,</p><p>I, Helgha Azureflame, will be conducting Fungoid Research of utmost importance on Thursday, January 19th at 12 pm Pacific time. If you should find yourself in the area of Gwynevyn's Cove at the appropriate time, please take the time to speak with me. Compensation for your time and travel has been arranged.</p><p>Many thanks,</p><p>Helgha Azureflame</p><p>Researcher</p>

[Einadon]

<p><p>As you make your way through New Halas a flier catches your eye.</p><p>To those with a spare moment of time,</p><p>I, Helgha Azureflame, will be conducting Fungoid Research of utmost importance on <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Thursday, January 26th at 8 pm Pacific time</strong></span>. If you should find yourself in the area of <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Gwynevyn's Cove</strong></span> at the appropriate time, please take the time to speak with me. Compensation for your time and travel has been arranged.</p><p>Many thanks,</p><p>Helgha Azureflame</p><p>Researcher</p></p>

[Einadon]

<p><strong>I, Kriega Stormshield, offer this challenge - are you adventurer enough to conquer the halls of Kael Drakkel?</strong></p><p><strong>If so, I will meet you outside the halls on<span style="color: #ff0000;"> February 1, 2012 at 4 PM Pacific time.</span></strong></p>

[Demonator]

<p>Can a guide on crushbone do Kael or be kael'd quest please it was just offered, and it was 1am my time, so i missed it yet again just requested it a week ago, and was asking if i could be notify'd when it was going on... missed it right as i got there Guide was gone.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Around 3:00 PM CST 1:00 PM PST a dwarf will be seeking aid in Butcherblock in his quest for axes.</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>A troll has been seen in New Halas moaning about her love life</p><p>If your on about 6:00 PM CST 4:00 PM PST or 7:00 PM EST you might see if you can be of aid</p><p>as always subject due to change without notice due to real life <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Around 1:00 PM PST 3:00 PM CST an Arasai will be seeking help in crafting his fairy lantern. He will be found at the entrance to Neriak in Darklight woods</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life</p><p>Quest will be ran later on this eveing due to real life, 4:00 CST</p>

[Einadon]

<p>Hear ye, Hear ye!</p><p>Out and about be some gnomish pirate types around the Far Seas Festival in the Neriak/Darklight Woods arrgheas.</p><p><strong>Thursday, March 1 at 12 pm (noon) Pacific </strong></p><p><strong>Thursday, March 1 at 5 pm Pacific</strong></p><p>They be takin' a survey about the races and providin' rewards to those who give 'em good information. If you've already taken a survey, well they can still give yer lunch!</p><p>Be lookin' forward ter seein' yer all at the race! ARggh!</p><p>Corre Cannonballer</p>

[Absyntheea]

<p>Umm, guys? why no love for crushbone? It's been 3 weeks since the last post. :-/</p>

[Aerfen]

<p><cite>Absyntheea@Crushbone wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Umm, guys? why no love for crushbone? It's been 3 weeks since the last post. :-/</p></blockquote><p>It makes me sad that we seem to have the least amount of guide events compared to other servers...</p>

[Squeecha]

<p>Not necessarily true.</p><p>Just because they aren't posted here doesn't mean they aren't happening. Some servers post more here than others, but that doesn't mean they are running more things.</p>

[Pijotre]

<p>The problem is though that there a 3 main ways to hear about an event:</p><p>1. Check the forums (having the thread as an RSS feed makes this soooo easy).</p><p>2. Hear from friends/guildmates about it (Only works if any of them by chance ran into a guide)</p><p>2. See the announcement on the 1-9 channel (There is 2 issues with this a) not all guides are even allowed to use the worldchannels afaik and b) You have to read the mindless dribble of all the trolls in 1-9 for a slim chance to catch the one post per week/month that tells you about an event)</p><p>So in essence the forums are the best way to announce your events and our server is the one that ignores this announcement method more than any of the other servers.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>We try to remember to post events but like everyone else we get busy and forget.  I will see if I can get my guides to post more on when we will be running events. I do at least one a week, depending on how busy I am I try to get two in.</p><p>Remember also that things comes up at times that will prevent us from running an advertised quest, computer going down, jobs, schools, getting sick etc.</p><p>Thanks for all the feedback on this and please continue to do so <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>/em tacks up a small notice on the Crushbone Happenings board</p><p>Gravvis Keenshot is seeking the assistance of wood crafters this afternoon in an effort to replenish his stock of hunting supplies.  Interested skilled persons should seek an audience with him on the<span style="color: #ff0000;"> Isle of Mara at 1:30pm today</span> (Qeynos Standard time, of course!)  Due to an extremely tight schedule, Gravvis will only be able to tarry for one hour's time before setting off on the hunt again.</p>

[Kanissa]

<p>Thank you, Avalonn (and other Guides)!  I did manage to catch Gravvis today.  I hope he has good luck with his hunt!  Apparently a few people missed the one hour warning, as there were a few complaints in the Crafting channel that he had left.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">/em makes a cranky face at her nametag and wonders why she keeps picking up Avalonn's when she's getting dressed in the mornings</span></p><p>Gravvis wanted me to send word that he appreciated the assistance of everyone who came out and that the hunt was a success!  He'd also like to relay his apologies.  He thought that everyone had returned before one of his hunting buddies arrived and told him of a rumored flock of vulriches on the move, but perhaps he missed some folks in his excitement.  I'll send him a strongly worded letter.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Signed,</p><p>Elyshka Woggiefoot, Guide of Crushbone and Keeper of the Pie</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Rumor has it around 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST 7:00 PM EST today an Arasai inventor will be seeking help with an experiment concering Fairy parts and lanterns. He will most likely be at the entrance to Neriak in Darklight Woods</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>It was <em>supposed </em>to be a lovely party in Rivervale... and it WAS - that is, until the host was murdered!</p><p>Detective Frinzel is on the case but he needs your help figuring out the clues to find out whodunit!</p><p>Meet him<span style="color: #ff0000;"> today </span>in the <span style="color: #ff0000;">Village of Shin at 9pm pacific</span> if you possess a keen eye for detail or just have a nose for gossip!</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Tomorrow in Eastern Wastes a dwarf will be seeking those who think they are brave beyond measure.</p><p>Time 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice do to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Somewhere in Frostfang sea, I suspect around the newbie dock area. A reseacher is looking for folk to aid her in research on Fungoids.</p><p>This should take place at 1:00 PM PST</p><p>As always due to change without notice due to real life and other beings of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>/em tacks up a notice on the community message board, smacking her thumb with the mallet.</p><p><strong>WANTED:</strong>  Manual laborers to obtain materials for use in experiment.  Applicants must not have pathological fear to explosives, bright lights, or vertically challenged scientists.  For further details, please seek out a <span style="color: #ff0000;">Mr. Wurcs in The City of Freeport near Seafarer's Roost tomorrow at 7pm</span>.  (Note - insurance benefits not provided.  Please ensure adequate safety precautions at all time.)</p><p>/em steps back to make sure the sign is straight, then wanders off softly muttering about stupid, thumb-smashing mallets.</p><p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Please note:  all dates and times are subject to change without notice due to real life mishaps, mayhem, and squirrels in the attic.  Notice will be given whenever possible if there will be a delay or cancellation.  All rights reserved.  Offer void where prohibited (especially in The Baubbleshire, Mystic Lake, and the Dark Side of Luclin.)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Edited:  Time change due to GU 63 downtime.</span></p>

[Wulfleaf]

<p>Great fun last night!  What a show! </p><p><<Hands Mr. Wurcs a Fizzlepop>></p><p>Cheers!</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Place -Darklight Woods</p><p>Time 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST Date- 05-19-12</p><p>The need: An Arasai  is in need of your aid in finding certain items for a lantern he is sure will something wonderful</p><p>At least he thinks it will be.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>There once was a dwarf named Braxel now this dwarf was obsessed with axes and is looking for folk to aid him in his collection.</p><p>If your in Butcherblock around 4:00 PM PST drop by and lend him a hand.</p><p>As always due to change without notice due to real life</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>On the Frostfang docks tomorrow about 1:00 PM PST a lonely bard will be seeking aid in recreating a a family heirloom</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life or other creatures of the nights</p>

[bsgames]

<p>Is there only an event once a month? </p>

[Christoran]

<p><cite>bsgames wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Is there only an event once a month? </p></blockquote><p>Certainly not.  There are multiple guide events happening per week.  That said, we don't always post them here in the forums ahead of time.  Some of the reason is that part of the fun is happening into a guide event while you are online and weren't expecting it.  However we do understand that you'd like to know more about the guide events that are being run and have a chance to participate in them more often, so we will make more of an effort to post them here more often.</p><p>Thanks for your feedback! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>---Christoran the EnlightenedGuide of Crushbone</p>

[Kreigir]

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">Happy 4th to you all and be safe out there. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just to let you know Guide Christoran and I were discussing the fact that we haven't seen the Aether Races in the Thundering Steppes run lately. We <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>have been busy dusting <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the ol' track. and reassembling it for tomorrow. come join us and all the other Guides throughout the day.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #ffff00; font-size: small;">July 5th 2012</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #ffff00; font-size: small;">from 2pm-8pm (PST) </span></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p> A mommy troll is seeking sitters for her baby dragons, she will be in Thundering Steppes July 15th 3:30 PM PST</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Shiedara, intrepid decorator with a penchant for the macabre, was spotted this morning in the Commonlands by yours truly.  It seems that she's running low on materials and was looking for folks unafraid to get their hands dirty.  Disheartened that she was unable to find help at such an early hour, she returned home but mentioned that she'd be back in the area later this afternoon to see if any of the late risers might be more willing to help.</p><p>If anyone is interested, meet this Arasai spitefire at <span style="color: #ff0000;"><span style="text-decoration: line-through;">14:00</span>  18:00 (pacific time, of course)</span> near the <span style="color: #ff0000;">docks in the Commonlands</span>.  Oh... and if you're squeamish, you might want to wait to have second lunch until after you're done!</p><p>Update - Shiedara forgot that she was having company this afternoon and will have to postpone her excursion until later this evening.  She sends her apologies to anyone who may have stopped by.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh my word!  It's a Dwarf-stravaganza!  I've heard from 3 different Dwarves in the past few days, each with exciting news to share.  My axe-crazed friend, Braxle, will be in the <span style="color: #ff0000;">Butcherblock Mountains </span>looking for a few brave souls to retrieve valuable information from Kaladim.  Seek him out on <span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, July 16th at 10 am pacific</span> for more details.Clan Stormshield seems to be creating quite a stir once again near the Kromzek city of Kael Drakkel.  There's to be another assault on the fortress on <span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, July 17th at 6pm pacific </span>should any adventurers possess the intestinal fortitude to step inside.  Meet with one of the Stormshield clan in the <span style="color: #ff0000;">Eastern Wastes</span>, near the gates to Outer Kael, for further instruction.</p><p>Finally, everyone's favorite lush, Halden Irongut, is hoping to find some <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">fools to do his work so he can go drinking</span> resourceful folks to find some brewing resources so he can get ready for his next drinking contest.  He'll be in <span style="color: #ff0000;">New Halas</span> on <span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, July 19th at <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">3pm pacific.</span>  </span>He'll be easy enough to find; just follow the smell of ale and the loud, off-key singing.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p><span style="color: #ffff00;">Late breaking news - I just received a hastily scribled note from our Dwarven brewer friend.  Halden, that silly fellow, got into a little kerfluffle at the tavern and is currently trying to convince the guard that "Yer mama should be slapped fer the quality o' that watered-down dishwater" was not an actual threat of violence on the innkeeper's poor, sainted mother.  As such, he won't be able to get out this evening and sends his apologies.  He also was wondering about borrowing a few silver for bail... Oh.  I guess I'll have to take care of that.Have a lovely evening, folks!</span></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Hey everybody!  Elyshka here with the Fatling News Report!  All the gossip that's fit to print (and then some!)</p><p>/em pulls out a tattered journal and begins to read from her notes</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Saturday, 7/21 @ 9am</span> - A Troll artisan will be in the <span style="color: #ff0000;">Desert of Ro</span> searching for some interesting crafting materials and clever ideas.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Sunday, 7/22 @ 1:30pm</span> - He's a beast on the drums, but when it comes to crafting, he's all thumbs!  Head to <span style="color: #ff0000;">Antonica</span> to see if you can help Blumrup with his latest condundrum.</p><p><span style="text-decoration: line-through;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, 7/24 @ 9pm</span> - One thing's for sure - Halden's never far from a tavern (he's either pulled up to a bar or tossed just outside one on his keister!)  A connoisseur of fine ales, he needs your help finding a few rare brews.  Rumor has it, he'll be somewhere in <span style="color: #ff0000;">Gorowyn</span>.</span>   (Halden sends his regards and apologies that he'll be unable to make it to Timorous Deep this evening.)</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, 7/26 @ 11am</span> - One of the finest bakers in <span style="color: #ff0000;">Kelethin</span> - nay, perhaps Norrath! - is seeking great culinary minds for a baking contest.  She'll do all the work, but she needs your help.  Belly up to the table with your finest ideas and maybe you can snatch the coveted Rolling Pin award from the other competitors!</p><p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(All times listed are Pacific time.  As always, all dates/times are subject to change without notice due to Real Life Events (tm) such as accidents, bad weather, extreme napping contests, and attacks by rabid boll weevils.  Notice will be given in advance whenever possible.  Your patience (and good humor) are greatly appreciated.  Thank you, drive thru!)</span></p>

[Belzeebub2]

<p>Tinkerfest. When are you guides giving out the Tinkerfest quests? I want my Sculpture thingy :]</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>It's funny that you should ask about Tinkerfest, friend.  I was just speaking with my friend Ratchetta Greasecog and she was telling me about all of the wonderful help that she'd received with her research this afternoon in Gnomeland Security.  She'd made so many strides that she's going to be heading out across Norrath all week in the hopes of getting as much assistance as possible.  She gave me a brief itinerary, but chances are she and her fellow Tinkerfest celebrants will be out working hard and playing just as hard while the festivities last!  Here is her tentative schedule for the next few days:</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, 7/30 @ 12pm (noon) pdt: </span>Ratchetta will be in Qeynos Harbor sharing her notes on clockworks prior to the Shattering.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, 7/31 @ 2pm pdt: </span> Our Gnomish friend will be at the Dropship Landing Zone in Moors of Ykesha seeking some inquisitive folks to locate some specimens for her.<span style="text-decoration: line-through;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, 8/1 @ 6:30pm pdt:  </span>Ratchetta plans to be in East Freeport looking for more folks interested in the history of clockworks.</span>   (Sorry folks.  Ratchetta had a bit of a problem while tinkering today and and ended up knocked on her cog.  She'll be spending the evening in the infirmary, but she'll probably be back to her old self again tomorrow.  She sends her deepest apologies.)</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, 8/2 @ 8:30pm pdt:  </span>It looks like our friend will be doing some repairs to the Aether Racing track in the Great Divide.</p><p>Keep in mind that Ratchetta is not the only Gnome celebrating these events, so keep your eyes peeled and your ears open!</p>

[Kanissa]

<p>Oh dear!  I do hope poor Ratchetta feels better.  I had the wonderful experience of seeing her earlier this week.  Please send her some nice hot tea from me.  Hopefully I will see her again soon!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>/em tacks up a scrap of parchment covered in smudges and very precise print</p><p>To all Tinkerfest participants,</p><p>Thanks for all of your help!  I'm very sorry that I have been unable to meet my scheduled appointments these past two days, but I'm now feeling much better and have been released from the infirmary and have been cleared to get back to tinkering!</p><p>Here are my plans between now and the end of Tinkerfest:</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Today, Friday 8/3 @ 10:30am</span> - Visiting friends at the Inventor's Outlook in Freeport for a little while</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Saturday, 8/4 @ 1pm</span> - Heading to the Great Divide to do some work on the track there</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Sunday, 8/5 @ 3 pm </span>- Back at Gnomeland Security passing out more copies of my latest book (if you don't toot your own horn, who will?)</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, 8/6 @ 12 noon</span> - Taking the day off, but I'll be sending a Clockwork to Qeynos Province District to run a few errands for me.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, 8/7 @ 8 pm </span>- Going to pop up to visit friends working at the Drednever Crash Site in the Bonemire.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>If one happens to be in Antonica about 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST 7:00 PM EST  08-07-12 one maybe able to aid a gnome in her search for tinkered items.</p><p>As always subject due to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh boy...  Ratchetta heard that Tinkerfest will be running longer this year and she's absolutely over the moon with excitement!  I could barely understand a word that she was saying, but I did manage to scribble down a few important details:</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, 8/8 @ 6pm</span> - Ratchetta will be in New Halas near the festivities <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">trying to unload those awful sandwiches</span> sharing snacks and offering a refresher course on identifying clockworks.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, 8/9 @ 2pm</span> - Ratchetta will be in Gorowyn near the festivities <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">trying to unload those awful sandwiches</span> sharing snacks and offering a refresher course on identifying clockworks.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, 8/9 @ 8pm</span> - On her never ending quest to know everything there is about gizmos and gadgets, Ratchetta's back in Gnomeland Security, hoping for a little assistance with a project.</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Friday, 8/10 @ <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">4</span>  9pm </span>-  Ratchetta has programmed Record-O-Bot to go on a fact finding mission to the Bonemire.  Given its proclivity for getting into trouble when unattended, she's hoping that any folks near Drednever Crash Site could keep an eye on it for her.  <span style="color: #ff0000;">(Please note time change)</span></p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Saturday, 8/11 @ 3pm</span> - Ratchetta would like to wind down the holiday by inviting all of the wonderful folks who have helped her to come and share stories about their Tinkerfest adventures!  Join her in Gnomeland Security to say goodbye to Tinkerfest for another year.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>It certainly has been a flurry of activity as of late, hasn't it?  I saw Ratchetta off as she departed for home with a satchel overflowing with scrolls and widgets.  She was overjoyed with everything that she experienced on her visits with us during Tinkerfest and she asked me to relay her thanks and to let you all know that you all will be the talk of her village until the next Tinkerfest rolls around.</p><p>I've had my ear close to the ground for the latest gossip around Norrath and have a few tidbits of info to share with you.</p><p>- What with Qeynos making such changes to their surroundings, they've stepped up measures on eradicating the gnoll population in the surrounding wilderness as well.  They're requesting that recruits report to the entrance of <span style="color: #ffff00;">Blackburrow</span> on <span style="color: #ffff00;">Sunday, August 19th at 10am</span> sharp to begin the invasion on the gnollish compound.</p><p>- Prognosticator to royalty, seer of the stars, your guide to fame and fortune, Jahara the Clairvoyant will be offering you the chance to catch a glimpse into your future!  Visit with this visionary during her limited engagement showing on the <span style="color: #ffff00;">Isle of Mara</span> on <span style="color: #ffff00;">Monday, August 20th @ 6pm</span>.</p><p>- With her birth of her sister's child imminent, Oylenna has been strumming for days to write perfect lullaby for her new niece or nephew, yet hasn't had a single spark of inspiration.  As a decendent from the famed Loresinger family of bards, she's beside herself with worry that there won't be enough time before the baby arrives to complete the song.  She's hoping that some clever lyricists would be willing to join her for a writing sesson on <span style="color: #ffff00;">Tuesday, August 21st at 2pm</span>.  It's rumored that she does her best writing <span style="color: #ffff00;">near the Lighthouse in Antonica</span>, using the gentle cadence of the waves as a metronome.</p><p>Now, I'm sure that I haven't heard about everything that's going on this week, so I recommend that you keep your eyes open for adventure!</p><p><span style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(All times listed are Pacific time.  As always, all dates/times are subject to change without notice due to Real Life Events (tm) such as accidents, bad weather, extreme napping contests, and attacks by evil sock puppets.  Notice will be given in advance whenever possible.  Your patience (and good humor) are greatly appreciated.  Thank you, drive thru!)</span></span></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh dear.  Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear!  </p><p>I was just in Neriak trying to get my hands on some Chocolate Chip Cookies of Seething Malice (to see if they are both malicious and delicious - one gets a curiosity about these things...)  Anyhoo, I <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">was eavesdropping</span> overheard this Ogre chap buying supplies for a hunting trip.  It seems that he's taking his little sister to the Feerrott for her first expedition.  Naturally, I <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">butted in</span> interrupted his conversation and told him that I'd heard rumors that roving bands of lizardmen had been kidnapping people left and right and dragging them off into the jungle, never to be heard from again!</p><p>No matter what I said, he just wouldn't hear a thing I was telling him and he went off about his business, little sister in tow.</p><p>I just can't stop fretting about them.</p><p>He said that they were going to be heading to <span style="color: #ffff00;">Feerrott</span> on <span style="color: #ffff00;">Wednesday, August 22nd.</span>  I heard him mention that they'd get there about <span style="text-decoration: line-through;"><span style="color: #ffff00;">4pm</span> since they planned on setting up camp before nightfall</span>.  If you find yourself out that way, do keep an eye on them for me, would you?</p><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Update:  Looks like they're getting a late start today.  Be on the look out around 9pm!</span></p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>A certain axe obsessed dwarf can be found in Butcherblock Mts close to the entrance to Greater Faydark tomorrow around 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST. He will be seeking folks to aid him in his search for information on axes</p><p>As always due to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night</p>

[Twizel]

<p>If you are looking for some flight fun ~ I'd watch the skies in Thundering Steppes on 8/22 around noon PST as the Gnomes may need more testers for thier newest flying contraption.2</p>

[Twizel]

<p>If you happen to be near the Freeport Gate to Commonlands on Monday, 8/27/12 at 8PM PST you might get a chance to answer some of the worlds most difficult Riddles from the Master of Riddles.</p>

[Enuphia]

<p>I have heard - around 8am PT on 8/ 26 - that there will be a Gnome wandering about the Wasted Lands...   You may be able to help him find what he lost.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Tonight around 4:00 PM PST a coldain dwarf will be seeking aid in her research on fungoids. She will be in the newbie area close to the raft ramp. Come on over and give her a hand</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Today in the Withered Lands around 4:00 PM PST 6:00 PM CST and 7:00 PM EST a gnome will be seeking aid in finding a few items for his lastest invention. Drop by and see if you can give the poor fellow a hand.</p><p>As always due to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night.</p>

[Koaoi]

<p>The riddlemaster is counting down the hours unril he appears in Freeport at the commonlands gate at 2 pm pdt 5 pm et .</p><p>Are you smarft enough to answer the riddlemasters riddles come prove it .If you are the best you could win a prize.</p><p></p>

[Koaoi]

<p>Thank you for the turnout of the riddle me this quest today.</p><p>The riddlemaster is proud to anounce the winners</p><p>1st place Tristys</p><p>2nd place Nazar after a tie breaker riddle with Granade.</p><p>Congrats to the winners .</p><p></p>

[Koaoi]

<p>The riddlemaster agreed to make one more appearance by popular demand. Monday sept. 10 at noon pdt.</p><p>At the gate to commonlands in freeport.</p><p>this will be his last appearance for a while so come and answer the wolds hardest riddles and win a prize if you are the best.</p><p></p>

[Koaoi]

<p><span > dracostem 1 st prize ,zoolanger,naina runner up,pijorte</span></p><p>congrats to all the winners</p><p></p>

[Pijotre]

<p>Thank you very much for running this at a european friendly time <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Oh yeah and its Pijotre not Pijorte <img src="/smilies/69934afc394145350659cd7add244ca9.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Dracostem]

<p><cite>Koaoi wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><span> dracostem 1 st prize ,zoolanger,naina runner up,pijorte</span></p><p>congrats to all the winners</p><p>Yes! I had a blast, thanks for making the quest possible!</p></blockquote>

[Elyshka]

<p>*waves hello furiously at everyone*</p><p>Hi everybody!  I know that you've seen me popping around Norrath, but I've been remiss about telling you about all of the gossip!  Shame, shame, everyone knows my name!  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/499fd50bc713bfcdf2ab5a23c00c2d62.gif" border="0" /></p><p>First, the OH MY GOODNESS SUPER HUGE BIG NEWS!  <a href="http://www.everquest2.com/news/article?month=092012&id=51385" target="_blank">The Community Team is coming to visit Crushbone on Monday, September 17th at 5pm pacific. </a> Isn't it exciting?!  I've been dusting high and low (mostly low, since someone stole my step ladder!) in preparation for their arrival.  I hope to see you all there!  ((And, if there are any changes to this date, I'll be sure to let you know as soon as I know anything.  None of us are safe from the RL dragon.))</p><p>Now, the stuff you're REALLY looking for - ADVENTURE!</p><ul><li>Friday, Sept. 14th @ 2pm - A very important business woman seeks help locating a precious commodity in Kelethin.</li><li>Saturday, Sept. 15@ 3pm - An weapon obsessed dwarf is looking for information regarding the axes of Kaladim.  You'll find him in the Butcherblock Mountains region.</li><li>Sunday, Sept. 16 @ 10am - Pint-sized pyro seeks others to swap tales.  Find her in Windstalker Village, Antonica.</li><li>Monday, Sept. 17th @ 5pm - Community Team Meet & Greet.  Dress nice! </li><li>Tuesday, Sept. 18th @ 9pm - Rumors of a cranky old man stirring up trouble in the Enchanted Lands warrant investigation.</li></ul><div>If I hear anything else, you know I'll post it here!</div><div></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size: x-small;">edit:  Updated link to official note on the Meet & Greet</span></div>

[Elyshka]

<p>I just received an urgent message from Braxxel and he said that he's been waylaid for about 45 minutes.  He apologizes for the delay and will be to Butcherblock just as soon as he can manage.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>This evening( 09-16-12) in  Darklight woods an Arasai will be seeking help in his experiment on lanterns. He needs a few folk to gather fairy parts for him. He will be at the entrance to Neriak around 4:00 PM PST, 6:00 PM CST if you care to drop by.</p><p>As always subject  to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>The gnomes have been teaching me about this whole interwebs thing that they've got going here and I'm ever so glad that they have!  I just got a letter from Fyreweaver about her adventure today!  I've pasted it into my own journal (it's on something called a <a href="http://www.facebook.com/elyshka.woggiefoot" target="_blank">Facebook</a> - isn't that odd?  Who would put their face on a book?) so you can all read it yourselves!</p><p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=365007930246093&set=a.323440327736187.77156.100002106667293&type=1" target="_blank">If you'd like to read today's story, please visit and leave comments here, there, EVERYWHERE!</a>  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p><span style="font-size: x-small;">Edited for proper link goodness!</span></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>We probably don't say it as often as we should, but you guys are AWESOME!  It was such a pleasure seeing all of you running around the Community Lounge tonight just being yourselves and having a blast.  Yes, even the silly book tossers and line cutters and folks who can't seem to keep their clothes on in public.   /em giggles</p><p>Thank you, Crushbone, for a lovely evening.  I am humbled by your enthusiasm and it renews my joy with this program and with our gaming community as a whole.  It is my great privilege to serve as your Guide and I look forward to seeing you all again very soon!    /em launches herself randomly at folks for tacklehugs</p><p>With love,Ely</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Last night, while we were all busy at the party, someone (or several someones!) stuffed my mailbox with scraps of parchment.  Judging from the different colors and textures, I'd venture to say that at least four or five different folks stopped by while I was out with gossip from around the globe!  Here's what we know so far:</p><ul><li>Wednesday, Sept. 19th @ 8am - Haute couture is coming to New Halas!  See Miss Lalila within the city proper for a head to toe makeover and be ready to look your best before the holiday rush!</li><li>Thursday, Sept. 20th @ 7pm - A lovestruck fae is planning to propose to his lady love at a picnic in Kelethin.  Oh dear, he's not been thinking clearly since he decided to pop the question...  I hope he doesn't forget anything!</li><li>Friday, Sept. 21st @ 4:30pm - The Stormshield clan is planning another attack on the Kromzek fortress of Kael Drakkel.  Are you brave enough to face the dangers within?  Meet with one of the clan in the Eastern Wastes if you dare!</li><li>Saturday, Sept. 22nd @ 10am - Oylenna Loresinger, of the famed Loresinger family of bards, has returned to once again seek assistance on behalf of her newborn nephew.  It seems that he's already teething (!).  Unfortunately, he's gnawed on a priceless family heirloom and now it needs replacing.  She plans to visit the artisans on the Isle of Mara to enlist their aid, but perhaps the crafters would be better able to assist her?</li><li>Sunday, Sept, 23rd @ 6pm - This is curious.  Here, you read it:  "Notice:  I's hads enoughs and I's nots gonna takes it anymores!  I's needs an exterminator to get rids of this menace!  Yous come sees me ats the entrance to Neriak outs in the Woods, because I's nots goings home until theys are all gones!"  I wonder what that's all about? </li></ul>

[Kanissa]

<p>Just wanted to thank all the Guides and Dexella for partying with us last night!  It was a blast for me to finally explore the Community Lounge, though next time remind me not to drink anything that Brasse likes.</p><p>I hope the Guides have all recovered from the shiny mobbing. <img src="/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Dexella]

<p><cite>Kanissa wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Just wanted to thank all the Guides and Dexella for partying with us last night!  It was a blast for me to finally explore the Community Lounge, though next time remind me not to drink anything that Brasse likes.</p><p>I hope the Guides have all recovered from the shiny mobbing. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p></blockquote><p>It was a blast! Thanks for being there! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>~Dexella</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p><cite>Dexella wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><cite>Kanissa wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Just wanted to thank all the Guides and Dexella for partying with us last night!  It was a blast for me to finally explore the Community Lounge, though next time remind me not to drink anything that Brasse likes.</p><p>I hope the Guides have all recovered from the shiny mobbing. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p></blockquote><p>It was a blast! Thanks for being there! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>~Dexella</p></blockquote><p>I learned that a long time ago <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>I've just heard from Oylenna's cousin, and it seems that something came up at the very last minute and prevented her from running her errands today.  She is deeply sorry to anyone who might have made the trek to Mara on her behalf, and asks me to let you all know that she'll be trying to head that way again in a few days time.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Hi there, everyone!  It's your old pal, Ely, here with all the rumors fit to scribe!</p><ul><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Sunday, Sept. 23rd @ 6pm</span> -  Don't forget about that curious note that was left on Monday!  There's a very distraught person seeking assistance in Darklight Wood near the entrance to Neriak.  I'm dying to know what that's all about. You should check it out!</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Monday, Sept. 24th @ 9am</span> - I've heard a rumor that there will be some sort of charity event for a family of frogloks that have been unhoused by a nightblood invasion.  Philanthopists are asked to stop by the docks in the Enchanted Lands if they are able to assist with the family's needs.</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Tuesday, Sept. 25 @ 12pm</span> - Oylenna's rescheduled her outing to the Village of Shin to see about some tome repairs. Anyone with experience repairing parchment, leather work, calligraphy or other arts should seek her near the docks around lunch time.</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Wednesday, Sept. 26 @ 10am</span> - I overheard talk at the priest guild recently that one of our druids has been doing research on a specific type of fruit under the assumption that it may possess magical powers.  Those interested in the study of botany (or, really, just anyone who wants to see if she's as crazy as she sounds), stop by the Steamfont Standing Stones for more info.</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Thursday, Sept. 27th @ 2pm</span> - Someone slipped me a small piece of parchment which reads, "Jooluhreez by Hathia seekz help findin shinee bitz fer jooluhree makinz.  Youz come ta see Hathia in da Sinkin Sandz ta helpz!"  Umm, could someone fetch me a Troll to Common dictionary?</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;">Thursday, Sept. 27th @ 10:30pm</span> - Speaking of trolls, it's time for the Harvest Festival in the Commonlands.  Unfortunately, that also means the return of the evil witch who takes half of the harvests each year!  If there are any brave adventurers in the area, perhaps they could lend a hand to the local farmers?</li></ul><div></div><div>And, as always, these are only <em>some</em> of the crazy things happening across Norrath courtesy of the green clad clan!  Keep your eyes peeled for us, because we could be lurking anywhere!</div>

[Elyshka]

<p>Have you noticed the chill in the air, friends?  The Festival of Shadows will soon be upon us!  I'm so excited!  It is my absolute favorite time of the year!  I hope that you're all getting ready for all sorts of ghosts and ghouls and goblins (I mean, aside from the ones you'll run into in Darklight Wood!)We've still got a few days yet before the changing of the guard, but in the meantime, here are a few weekend activities that might pique your interest:</p><ul><li><span style="text-decoration: line-through;"><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Friday, Sept. 28th @ </span><span style="color: #ffff00;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">4:30</span></span><span style="color: #ffff00;">pm</span></strong> <span style="font-size: x-small; color: #ff0000;">(please note time change!)</span>- WANTED: Manual laborers to obtain materials for use in experiment. Applicants must not have pathological fear to explosives, bright lights, or vertically challenged scientists. For further details, please seek out a Mr. Wurcs near the gates of West Freeport, within the Commonlands. (Note - insurance benefits not provided. Please ensure adequate safety precautions at all time.)</span></li><li><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Saturday, Sept. 29th @ 12pm </span></strong>- Everyone's favorite beer loving dwarf will be stopping by New Halas to see if anyone might be willing to help him get a few things together for a new autumn ale that he's looking to brew.  Grab your gardening shears and lend him a hand!</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Saturday, Sept. 29th @ 5pm</strong></span> - Karleena Stormshield returns to the Walk of Glory seeking new, brave adventurers to venture into the depths of Kael Drakkel!  She asks me to remind everyone that if you've already assisted her, she's not yet gained any new information to share, so be sure to tell a friend or relative who are in need of a challenge!</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Sunday, Sept. 30th @ 1pm</strong></span> - Fyreweaver asked me to let everyone know that she'll be setting up camp in Antonica and she'd love it if the storytellers of Norrath would come join her for snacks and a tall tale or two!</li><li><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Sunday, Sept. 30th @ 7pm</strong></span> - Jumjumie, culinary artist to royals and commons alike, will be holding a baking contest in Kelethin!  She's preparing for all of the spooky parties that will be coming up and wants to get some fresh, new ideas!  Bring your impeccable palates and your posh ideas to the table and see who wins a coveted rolling pin trophy!</li></ul><p>Oh!  I almost forgot!  Did you know that the Guide Program is <a href="http://youtu.be/iRTbQBjEN2M" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">always recruiting</span></a>?  If you enjoy participating in events, you might even enjoy running them too!  Come see a new side of Norrath and<a href="http://bit.ly/GuideApp" target="_blank"> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">fill out an application today</span></a>!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Hey y'all - </p><p>It seems that Mr. Wurcs had a teensy, tiny, little, bitty explosion today and wasn't able to make it out to the Commonlands since he's currently up to his now non-existant eyebrows in what was his current project.</p><p>He sends his deepest apologies and asks that you not hold it against him when he comes calling again - and he promises to do so very soon!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Awww!  One more day until we're faced with another 5 day recovery period until the next weekend.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Perhaps some rumors will help you make it through yet another boring week?</p><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, Oct. 1st @ 10am</span></strong> - Pirates!  Pirates in Antonica!  Whatever could they want?</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, Oct 1st @ 7pm</span></strong> - Ever plan a trip and realize that you've forgotten something important? Looks like this fella did!  Head on over to the Moors of Ykesha and see if you can lend a hand.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, Oct 2nd @ 12pm</span></strong> - She's got milk, eggs, butter... oh dear!  She's fresh out of the most important things! Have a heart and find this desperate halfling in the Village of Shin.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, Oct 2nd @ 3:30pm</span></strong> - She's creepy and she's kooky and she likes her houses spooky!  Shiedara needs your help finding some extra special crafting materials.  You can find her in Nektulos Forest, most likely seeking inspiration.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, Oct 3rd @ 11am</span></strong> - A kerran trader has been having trouble making his quota recently.  He's hoping to strike a bargain with experienced hunters.  Seek him in Kylong Plains for more information.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, Oct 3rd @ 9pm</span></strong> - Rumor has it, the pirates will be making another stop in Antonica.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, Oct 4th @ 10am</span></strong> - Someone with a shameful secret needs help in Lavastorm.  Sounds fishy to me!</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, Oct 4th @ 11pm</span></strong> - Are you good with children?  How about with... well, shall we say rambunctious children? A proud papa needs a sitter for a little bit while he runs some errands.  You can apply for the position on the Thundering Steppes docks.</li></ul><div>As always, these are only a few rumored happenings around Crushbone.  Keep your eyes peeled for anything unusual happing around Norrath!</div><div></div><div>Also, we love to hear your thoughts!  Feel free to leave a message here for the Guide team with your requests, concerns, or just random thoughts that you may have (but, please keep it PG or better - won't SOMEONE think of the children?!)</div><div></div><div>Have a great week, everyone!  See you in Norrath!</div>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>An Othmir Fisher will be in Antonica on the docks looking for folks to aid him in his quest for fish. He should be there aroudn 4:oo PM PST 6:00 PM CST. Stop by and say Hi and give him a hand.</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Everyone knows that halflings love a good party (especially ones with fancy hats and tasty snacks!) Fortunately, Dexella's got that covered! This Friday, October 5th, the <a href="http://www.everquest2.com/news/article?month=092012&id=51404" target="_blank">Community Lounge will be open for Oktoberfest</a>!</p><p>Das Beer Garden! Das silly hat vendor! Das... ummm... fahrvergnügen? I don't know about all that - I DO know that I'll be popping into the Crushbone Community Lounge off and on during that time, laden with shinys and snacks for all.</p><p>Woohoo! Party!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p><cite>Elyshka wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Tuesday, Oct 2nd @ <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">3:30pm</span></span></strong> - She's creepy and she's kooky and she likes her houses spooky!  Shiedara needs your help finding some extra special crafting materials.  You can find her in Nektulos Forest, most likely seeking inspiration.</li></ul></blockquote><p>I heard from Shiedara and... well, I don't know how to put this delicately, so I'm just going to come out with it.  She was decorating in a maze of mirrors and... well, she couldn't find her way out.  I tried ever so hard to not laugh at her, but it was impossible.  I'm gonna have a bruise on my shin for a good three days.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/2786c5c8e1a8be796fb2f726cca5a0fe.gif" border="0" /></p><p>She mentioned that she's going to be avoiding mirrors for a bit and that she'll be out seeking help tomorrow at an even earlier time - <span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, Oct 3rd @ 8am</span>.</p><p>Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go dunk my leg into Everfrost Bay for a bit.  /em grins</p>

[Pijotre]

<p>Heya Elyshka, first of all thank you very much for running a regular schedule of guide events and many of them even at european times <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" />I was just a bit disappointed that out of the 6 events I tried to attend with my wife, we only got a hold of you in 2, so please please if you get a chance then tell us when you can't make it (preferably before the event but even afterwards is valuable too), like you did on the 28th September @ 1:30pm one and on yesterdays @ 3:30pm. We all can understand if the RL raid hits you like a truck and I'm not upset about it, just leaves me with a funny feeling when I'm not sure if I missed it or not. Oh and it would be really helpful if you'd show up on a "/who all guide" search <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Other than that keep up the <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">good</span> <strong>GREAT</strong> work you and your fellow guides are doing (also thanks to Kellin for yesterdays fishy event). Oh yeah one more thing whenever possible try to give us a (real journal) quest or a house item to remember the event, while the food and drink are a nice gesture and appreciated there is nothing to stay on you to remember the fun you had with another player. Now I hope you're not frustrated with all that critique and say "screw Crushbone <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/69934afc394145350659cd7add244ca9.gif" border="0" /> ", but take it as a constructive comment to increase the quality of the events you run <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Best regardsPijotre Kajek</p><p>P.S.: For consistency the events we tried to attend:Thu 27th Sep. @ 2pm - Troll Jeweler - Sucessfully attendedFri 28th Sep. @ 1:30pm - Mr. Wurcs - CancelledSun 30th Sep. @ 1pm - Fyreweaver -  We were in Antonica from 1:08pm to around 2pm and saw no guide <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/9d71f0541cff0a302a0309c5079e8dee.gif" border="0" />Mon 1st Oct. @ 10am - Pirates! - We were in Antonica from 10:02am to around 10:35am and saw no guide <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/9d71f0541cff0a302a0309c5079e8dee.gif" border="0" />Tue 2nd Oct. @ 12pm - Pie in Village of Shin - Sucessfully attended and got a house item WOOHOO <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" />Tue 2nd Oct. @ 3:30pm - Shiedara - Cancelled</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Pijotre,  </p><p>Thank you very much for both the kind words and the critiques.  It does help to know both, and I appreciate the feedback.  It is always lovely to see you and Naina when I'm out and about, and the folks who ask tasks from you adventurers all seem to have the nicest things to say about you both.</p><p>I do apologize for any events which do not go off as planned.  I try my very best to get to each and every event as scheduled and update as quickly as I can should there be a delay, however I sometimes find myself unable to get to a computer to update (and I do not have one of those fancy tinkered telly phones that many folks seem to have these days), but I try very hard to keep everyone informed.</p><p>As for the comments regarding the quality of items received for quests run, I will certainly forward that feedback to the team responsible for reviewing scripts and such, to see if there's anything which can be done with regards to adding house items and the like.  Please keep in mind that everything we do has to be approved by the appropriate official persons, so it may take some time for changes to be made if they are even able to be made at all.  Feedback, feedback, and more feedback from the players is what we need.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /> </p><p>With regard to the /who command to find guides, sadly, that's something that requires technical work that we're unable to ask for.  I will forward your request to the appropriate persons, but I am uncertain that anything can be done about the situation at this time.</p><p>Finally, Fyreweaver did finally make it to Antonica on Sunday, but unfortunately she'd gotten caught in a rainstorm over the Karanas on her way to the lighthouse and was delayed a few hours.  As for Gracey Oar'Malley, that pesky gnome pirate, she was indeed in Antonica <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">on time </span>(Oh my!  Her tinkered pocket watch was off, and she was an hour early!  I shall have to let her know about this right away so she's on time for her next events!), tinkering away on the Aether Race track and asking folks to take test rides for her.  I'm sorry that you missed her, but she'll be back 11pm this evening and again on Friday at 3pm.  She's even hoping to stop in one more time during the morning hours either on Saturday or Sunday, but she hasn't ironed out her plans just yet.</p><p>I am doing my very best to ensure that everyone gets the opportunity to spend time with me (you lucky folks you!  *giggles*), but sometimes I get overanxious to come visit and spend time with you all and my wee body just can't keep up with my mind.  I will do my very best to let everyone know in the future if there will be any changes, and I'm very sorry that you've felt any disappointment as the result of my actions (or lack thereof).Most sincerely,Ely</p>

[Pijotre]

<p>Thank you for your the reply Elyshka,</p><p>I'm glad that you've taken my critique in the intended way *phew* and I'm glad that I haven't lost my marbles yet and that you indeed weren't in Antonica at those 2 events. I hope you get a <span>fancy tinkered telly phone as a frostfell gift then, so you can keep us updated on changes. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/69934afc394145350659cd7add244ca9.gif" border="0" /> Regarding the "/who all guide" command, that command is already in game and working and I know from a fellow player of Crushbone who is a guide on a different server that guides have an option to hide themselves or not (though I have no clue how that actually works on your side). Maybe you need to have a higher rank to be shown there, in which case I'd like to hereby let your "surperior" guides know that you should be "leveled up". I know for certain that the senior guides can show up under that command if they wish so (, right Kellin? <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/69934afc394145350659cd7add244ca9.gif" border="0" /> ).</span></p><p>Best regards</p><p>Pijotre Kajek</p><p>edit: "a phones" no gud spelng is</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>I did double check Gracey's log book and she was there on time after all (maths are so confusing! /boggle).  She mentioned in her diary that a couple folks came to see her and tested out the track -- one of them even put up a quick message on the special "crafting" frequency that many of you use, but sadly she said that no one else came out to see her after the initial three.</p><p>I've asked that when she goes out there tonight at 9pm to see if she can't stick around for a couple of hours and she thought that was a splendid idea indeed.  She said to mention that if you don't find her working on the track near the Racing Referee, you might also find her shopping at the City Festival, so keep your eyes peeled in both locations!</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Pijtroe, thanks for the feedback and being understanding. Real life does happen to us all, we try our best to be on when scheduled but alas there are times when we cannot.</p><p>I am trying also to run quest at different times for our European players and US alike but there are not a lot of us on Crushbone right now, sooooooo *plug here* if you or someone you know has any interest you can apply to become a guide <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Thanks again <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>It's here!  It's here! <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong> <a href="http://forums.station.sony.com/eq2/posts/list.m?topic_id=522735" target="_blank">Oktoberfest celebrations are today</a></strong></span>!  I will be on periodically throughout the day to visit with you all in the Community Lounge, so if you see a halfling gawking at all the party guests and carrying trays of snacks, feel free to flag me down!  I might even have some party favors for you!</p><p>Also, I've got a few more tidbits to share with you, so grab a quill and some parchment.  You're not going to want to miss a thing:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Friday, October 5th @ 1pm</strong></span> - Gracey Oar'Malley is swinging back by Antonica to make sure that her Aether Racing track is still running shipshape!  If you'd like to volunteer to give it a test run or three, stop and say hello to her near the lighthouse.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Saturday, October 6th @ 10:30am</strong></span> - There seems to be some unrest amongst the orcs in the Commonlands as of late.  A great warrior calls to service troops willing to cull the herd.  It is suggested that troops not be so overwhelmingly powerful that they draw attention to themselves in the surrounding environment and risk the mission.  Report near the gates to The Sprawl for your orders.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Sunday, October 7th @ 2pm </strong></span>- Gracey's back in Antonica to start packing up the Aether Racing Track, but you've still got time to run a few laps!  Make sure you report back to her on how it's running.  She keeps detailed logs of these things for the captain.  Head on back to the lighthouse to find her and Parry White, that silly bird of hers.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Monday, October 8th @ 12:30pm</strong></span> - Rumors have been circulating around Gnomeland Security of a troll patrolling the area and gnomes vanishing in the night.  They're running short on militia and are hoping that concerned citizens capable of protecting themselves might take a look nearby.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Tuesday, October 9th @ 11am</strong></span> - A funny little gnome with a penchant for disguise seeks some pawns to play in his little game.  If you've an hour to spare and some comfortable boots for hiking, meet with the "Master" Illusionist Snuty in the Enchanted Lands.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Wednesday, October 10th @ 3pm</strong></span> - Her Majesty's knight, Arrynn, seeks trainees between 15-25 seasons to report to the entrance of the gnollish stronghold, Blackburrow, for an assignment.  More experienced adventurers are welcome to join ranks as well but are recommended to partner up with a younger recruit and assist them with their training.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Thursday, October 11th @ 1pm</strong></span> - Mr. Wurcs seems to have recovered a bit of eyebrow growth and is now willing to be seen in public.  He's still looking for volunteers to obtain materials for use in his experiments.  Find him near the docks in the Commonlands.</li></ul><div>And, as always, you'll see folks in snappy green cloaks popping up all over the place, so keep your eyes and ears open for more adventures!</div>

[Elyshka]

<p>The orc commander was followed as he attempted to reach the rendezvous point within the Commonlands, so he had to circle around and lose the troops that were tailing him.</p><p>He should be arriving very shortly.</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>A Halfling is seeking aid in finding certain items to bake with. This is done to impress her sweetheart and we know how much halflings love pie.</p><p>She will be found on the docks of New Halas around 4:30 pm pst</p><p>Note: subject to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p style="text-align: center; ">♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬</p><p style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: x-small;">It's the most wonderful time of the year With the scarecrows a'yellin'And ev'ryone screaming at them with such fearIt's the most wonderful time of the year</span></p><p style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: x-small;">It's the creep-creepiest season of allWith Halden's ghost stories and zombies so goryI just saw something move on that wall (/em points and shrieks)It's the creep-creepiest season of all</span></p><p style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: x-small;">There'll be parties for hosting Marshmallows for toasting And trick or treating out in the cold. There'll be scary ghost stories And tales of the glories of Norrath from long, long ago...</span></p><p style="text-align: center; ">♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬♫♫♪♩♬</p><p style="text-align: left; ">Oh, it's my most favorite time of year!  The Festival of Shadows is in full swing and the spirits are returning to Norrath!  Ghosts and goblins, tricks and treats - you'll find them all every which way you turn!</p><p style="text-align: left; ">I've only heard  few rumors for the upcoming week ahead, so I know you're going to be asking, "But Ely!  Where are all the folks who need help?!"  Why, they're out enjoying the festivities, the same as you!  Never fear, though, because I'll be able to pop in to visit with you all since I'm not going to be out hunting for gossip (or maybe I WILL be hunting gossip and just not letting on... SHH!)  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p style="text-align: left; ">If you see ME (Elyshka Woggiefoot) or any of the other folks in our spooky costumed best, be sure to ask us for a copy of our notes on creepy creatures!  (If you do come across anyone asking for help with a task, don't bother asking them as you'll only confuse the poor dears.  Only Guides and those special guys called "Jim" has the notes for you. ...or was it "GM"?   /em scratches head)</p><p style="text-align: left; ">I DID mention that I'd heard a couple of rumors though, didn't I?  Well, here they be!</p><ul><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Friday, October 12th @ 9am</strong></span> - Everyone's favorite dwarf pulled his scarecrow out for the season and it seems that the mice have chewed him (the scarecrow, not Haldun) all to bits!  Haldun's going to be visiting with Farmer Wolcott in Antonica to get some ideas on how to repair his favorite scarecrow, but perhaps you'll have an idea that can help him too?</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Sunday, October 14th @ 4pm </strong></span>- A curious young ogress has decided that she absolutely HAS to see the festival decorations in the Qeynos Capitol District despite my warnings that she might not receive a warm reception from the locals.</li><li><span style="text-decoration: line-through;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Tuesday, October 16th @ 4pm</strong></span> - Merchants throughout Neriak have been up in arms over produce theft over the last week or so.  It seems that they've got a little thief on their hands.  They haven't noticed a collar on the little dragon, but he seemed well-fed, if a bit scrawny.  I wonder what's got into the little guy?</span></li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, October 17th @ </span><span style="color: #ff00ff;">7pm (time change!!)</span></strong></span> - Inventor Tinkerspark (of the famed family of Tinkersparks, naturally) will be setting up in the New Combine Foothold camp in search of brave adventurers who haven't before assisted his family... Something about not wanting his brother, Gnewt, to have the upper hand in foiling his research or something.  Anyhoo - if you haven't already set about the Withered Lands for the Tinkersparks, stop by and see about lending him a hand (or foot, if you're of the zombie persuasion.  I don't judge.) </li></ul><p>Now then!  Just so that you're all aware, your favorite halfling (that's me!) will be traveling to a distant village next Thursday, October 18th, to attend a spooooooky harvest wedding (yay!) and will be gone until at least the following Monday night.  I trust that Kellin, Koaoi, and the rest of the Crushbone crew will keep you all entertained in my absence.  I expect you all to be on your very best behaviors and only pull off the VERY BEST tricks on them, lest you disappoint both me and Ol' Fizzlethorpe Furrytoes.  *grins*</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Horatio, or there bouts is seeking bones, any type of bone to restore him back to life.</p><p>If you in the area of Antoncia Docks about 8:00 AM PST -10 AM CST Oct 15th see if you can help this poor creature.</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh, I've just gotten the most dreadful news!  It seems that the Nerian merchants have captured the little dragon scamp and have transported him to some sort of kennel to be sold at auction.  </p><p>I guess the problem of the stolen produce has taken care of itself for now.  Maybe he'll be purchased by a nice family somewhere with nicer neighbors.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/136dd33cba83140c7ce38db096d05aed.gif" border="0" /></p><p>I'll do my best to keep my ear to the ground for more gossip around Norrath!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh, this trip is going to be the death of me!  I talked to Gnerdly Tinkerspark this morning and explained that we've got to take the sister of the groom to an emergency toe hair perm appointment and will have to meet up with him later this evening at 7pm pacific.  Fortunately, this works better for him as well, as he mentioned that his brother had been caught snooping through Gnerdly's personal papers and the new start time will help prevent any meddling on the part of his brother.</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Holy crusted mackerels, what a trip that was!  I am so happy to be back in my cozy little home.  I had a wonderful time at the wedding, but sometimes the very best part of a vacation is coming home to your own bed.</p><p>I've got a ton of scrolls shoved into my message cubby in the Hold, but I've sorted out the most urgent gossip for you:</p><p><ul><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Tuesday, October 23rd @ 4:30 pm</strong></span> - Fyreweaver heard some rumors of the spooky goings on inside a house within Somborn Village and she's just SURE that she'll find someone (or someones!) that she can share a tale with while she's visting the Loping Plains this afternoon.  She won't be venturing far from the city center, so stop by and sit by the campfire with her for a spell.</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Wednesday, October 24th @ 10 am</strong></span> - Researcher Azureflame requires some new test subjects to further her studies into the strange infestation of fungus men in the Frostfang Sea.  Seek her near the Pilgrim's Landing ferry dock in the Frostfang Sea to offer your services.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Thursday, October 25th @ 2 pm</span></strong> - The dockworkers in Butcherblock Mountains have noticed an odd halfing roaming about recently, seemingly muttering to herself and fussing over an empty basket that she carries.  When approached, she rambles on about left turns, bushes, and berries.  Concerned for her safety, they consulted a seer who felt that the young girl would be returning to the area at the listed time.  Perhaps, if you look around very closely, you might catch a glimpse of her.</li></ul><div></div><div>Also, you'll be catching me popping about Norrath with a very special quill, so make sure you ask me about the special spooky bestiary should you see me or any of the other Guides about!  I never know when I'll have a few moments to spare, so keep an eye on the special 1-9 frequency that many of you use and I'll be sure to spread the word when I'm around.</div></p>

[Koaoi]

<p>I have just recieved word from Loxibe that he will return on thursday at 10 pm pst . He has told me that he will be at gate to the commonlands in freeport .Come test your riddle knowledge , answer riddles and earn prizes.he wants to see who is the best riddle answered in Norrath. Do you have what it takes ?</p><p>He will be in freeport At 4 pm pacific time so join us at the freeport gate to the commonlands</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Boo!  Are you all enjoying Nights of the Dead?  I know I have been, and it's been great seeing you all out with your costumes (they <em>are</em> costumes... right?)  The fun doesn't stop yet!  Here's a few tricks that we have up our sleeves for next week:</p><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Friday, October 26th @ 10 am</span> - </strong>Rumors have been circulating around Windstalker Village of some undead activity in the cemetary northwest of the village... and this time it has nothing to do with Holly!  It sounds like someone has a bone to pick with the locals!</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Saturday, October 27th @ 1 pm</strong></span> - Whispers of something decidedly NOT spooky have been coming from New Halas. It seems that a certain snowy fashion maven thinks that all of this creepy costume hoopla will pass and everyone will come to their senses and realize that classy is timeless and perfect for any occasion.  Visit her near the docks and see if she can convince you too!</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Sunday, October 28th @ 2 pm</span></strong> - There's only one thing that dwarves love more than ale and that's axes.  Big ones, small ones, ones to cleave off your head!  One such dwarven collector will be in the Butcherblock Mountains, not far from the road to Greater Faydark, seeking adventurers to run a small errand for him. There'll be some kobolds, but that's not a problem...right?</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Monday, October 29th @ 5 pm</span></strong>- The Necromancers of North Freeport are looking for <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">victims</span> volunteers to participate in a scavenger hunt!  Meet with them just outside Turmoil Cemetary in the Commonlands if you've got the guts! (Mwahaha!)</li><li><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Wednesday, October 31st @ 11 am</strong></span> - Master Keenshot knows that the night will be fraught with peril since the veil between the dead and the living is thinnest during this time.  He's seeking some assistance with a few supplies so that he and his hunting party will be well prepared to protect travelers as they are out celebrating. He'll be on the beach of the Thundering Steppes, just off the docks, should anyone wish to offer assistance.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Wednesday, October 31st @ 7 pm</span></strong> - Everyone's favorite ale-loving dwarf, Haldun's hoping that you'll join him by the campfire for some spooky tales and warm cider.  He will be camping just outside the Hedge Hollow in Nektulos Forest, hoping that the screams from within will set the mood.</li></ul><div></div><div>Also, there's still time for you to get your very own copy of the Guide's own catalog of icky things.  If you haven't already completed it, make sure to ask me to mark your journal with my special quill if you see me or any of the other Guides roaming about!  The magic in the quills will vanish when the festival ends, so be sure you don't miss out!</div><div></div><div>Just as a reminder, the Guides want to hear from you!  We are here to make sure that YOU are getting the most out of your time in Norrath.  Do you want to see more events during your play schedule?  Trying to find that one elusive green shiny to complete your collection but haven't seen a Guide recently?  Tell us -- we can't accommodate if we don't know what we're missing.  Drop me a line here, or privately if you wish, and I'll spread the word.  We welcome your feedback, the good and the not-so-good!</div><div></div><div>Finally, I would be remiss if I didn't mention the fact that the Guide Program is always recruiting!  Do you enjoy participating in Guide Events and <a href="http://youtu.be/MzLXiu3memw" target="_blank">wonder what it would be like to don the green robe</a>?  Visit <a href="http://bit.ly/guideapp" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/guideapp</a> and fill out an application!  One of us!  One of us!</div>

[Kanissa]

<p>My play time is really sporadic (usually afternoons to early evenings, though), so I hardly expect you Guides to plan around me!  I've never managed to catch Braxle, though.  His special recipes elude me.</p><p>Thank you Elyshka, and all the others, for all the work you do!</p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Thank you for the feedback, Kanissa.  It's most appreciated!  <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>The rumor mill has gone suspiciously quiet.  I don't know if we're all getting over our candy hangovers or perhaps some of us might have had a bit too much ale at their celebrations (/em gives a pointed look to Haldun).  In any case, I know that things will be happening this week, I just haven't heard many details yet.  I DID manage to flag down Braxxel, <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>one of the dwarven axe collectors</strong></span> and he mentioned that he'd be back in <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Butcherblock Mountains</strong></span> on <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Wednesday afternoon around 4:30</strong></span> (probably so he'd be early for dinner at the tavern, I expect.)  </p><p>Just keep watching that special 1-9 frequency that many of you are tuned in to for more rumors, folks!  Have a great week!</p>

[Sr_Guide_Kellin]

<p>Tomorrow around 4:00 PM PST 6:00 pm CST a young Arasai will be seeking to aid those who need that certain something to put the finishing touch on their abode. She will be on the docks of Antonica if you desire to have one of her handmade items. Drop by and see what she will require in creating these creations.</p><p>As always subject to change without notice due to real life and other creatures of the night <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Elyshka]

<p>Oh, the tension in the air is just palpable!  Two of Norrath's finest halfling politicians have resorted to slugging it out (verbally, of course!) tomorrow evening in a stump debate showdown!  You can't complain if you don't vote!</p><p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Come hear the mudslinging and campaign promises tomorrow evening, November 6th at 5 o'clock in the Enchanted Lands by the docks!</span></strong></p>