The Wind Tower flashes red, and slowly the intense heat from the previous season begins to abate. Fall is a time for transitions. The threat of Winter is growing to be a distant memory, but the men and women of the city still haven't forgotten the fearsome winters that once required seasons worth of preparation. Even without worrying over Winter it is still unknown what side effects the city will face in the event of yet another Winter's absence. Therefore, as Fall moves forward, the people of the city set to their work. The Inarta are nothing if not resilient, and their confidence is infectious even in the midst of uncertainty. This lends to a cheerful and festive atmosphere, as worries about the trials of the Beast the past season gradually become no more than memory.
Weather and Wildlife
Normally at this time of year, birds would begin their yearly migrations towards the warmer lands to the south. However, this year they linger. The normally empty lakes are filled with geese, and the migratory Hawks begin picking territorial disputes in the overfull trees where they normally nest. The animals around Wind Reach also begin showing signs of aggressive behavior, typical for the rutting season among ungulates but this year found in both males and females. Hunting for deer and elk this season is a perilous affair, and the animals will even attack Wind Eagles without hesitation. The Infirmary is full of animal injuries this season.
The fires from the previous season can be tended to easily now that concern for the Beast had ended, and by the middle of the season the Endals have all but quenched them. This is helped with the frequent storms rolling off the coast of Thunder Bay, soaking the dry lands in periodic rain and making it hard for fires to catch. The lands cool and most of the season is a pleasant temperature.
1st- 32nd - Periodic fires are still breaking out during this time, but the Endals are able to focus on quenching the fires. Almost immediately at season change it begins raining daily. The rain becomes heavier and has a longer duration the further into the season. It's around this time that the hunters begin to notice that the birds aren't migrating as they usually do. The temperature starts out warm but gradually cools.
33rd- 67th - The air cools and the temperature is very pleasant. There are storms here and there, but nothing major or particularly dangerous. By now, all of the wildfires are gone and the Endals can focus on increasing the food stores before the uncertainty of Winter arrives. It's during this time that the hunters notice the increased aggressiveness of the animals.
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Storms become more prevalent, and heavy winds are an everyday occurance. The more experienced and stronger fliers out of the Wind Eagles are expected to hunt and fish further from the city, while younger and less experienced ones range nearer to their nests or focus on watch duty. The temperature drops dramatically towards the end of the season, but never grows cold enough for snow. As expected, there is no snowfall at the expected time of year, and the Inarta stoically prepare for yet another season without Winter.
Events
1: Market Day - This season's market day is celebrated with the colors of autumn: reds, oranges, yellows, and golds. The glassblowers have gone all out this market day: glass jewelry is sold in the shapes of autumn leaves, and there are several finely crafted animal figures. Cedar and his musicians put on a musical show. The mood is festive.
3: A large pod of whales is spotted off the coast of Thunder Bay. A group of Endals are organized to hunt what might be the biggest catch of the season.
9: A small fire sweeps through the area just outside the Sanikas Gate. A group of Endals, Avora, and Chiets are called on to put it out.
10: Market Day - A Wind Eagle chick has fledged! The Inarta use the occasion as a chance for celebration. This Market Day, every market stall is decorated in brightly painted feathers and all sorts of feathered trinkets have gone on sale. The young bird is the center of attention during the festivities.
14: A Dek falls into the Twin Lakes and drowns. There's some speculation that he might have been pushed, but no one in a position of power seems to care to investigate further.
16: A crafting day is held for the Yasi in the Craft Gallery. Avora craftsmen of all sorts ply their wares and abilities to the Yasi in the hope of drawing curiosity or interest
20: Market Day -
30: Market Day - For this market day, long range weapons are being flaunted. This ranges from various types of bows, to throwing spears and Javelins, to slings.
32: A gigantic field of blackberries is discovered growing not far from Thunder Bay. The blackberries are gathered and taken to the kitchens, and desserts are made for those of sufficient caste rank
40: Market Day -
46: A pack of wolves attack some Hunter Avora and Endals out hunting. They manage to injure several Inarta and an eagle before being brought down.
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53: A Kougra ranges too close to the stables, and some horses who are improperly stabled bolt. A group of Chiet are sent to retrieve them, and are attacked by the Kougra.
60: Market Day - A large storm blows through, and Market Day is held in the Stained Glass Gallery.
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76: A young, unbonded Wind Eagle is grounded during a storm far from the citt. A group is gathered to help protect him from the elements and wildlife until the winds subside.
79: A huge group of owls, a normally solitary species, is found gathered in a tree. Whispers spread of ill omens and impending doom.
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90: Market Day - Market day is held at the Stained Glass Gallery on account of the rain. Soft, warm blankets in beautiful fabrics and patterns are being sold to help combat against the cold and prepare for whatever this year's winter may bring
Seasonal Challenges
- Hunt an animal or gather a plant to lend to the food stores
- Share worries with a PC about the coming Winter...or lack of it
- Release some stress! Dance, sing, party or drink!
- Be attacked by an animal, or observe someone attacked
- Share some city gossip
- Create something
- Get caught in the rain
- Be pressured to do something your PC normally would never do
