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        Oct 30th, 2012
        - Thread setting up!
        Jan 03rd, 2013
        - I/T thread is finished and open! Art to come, hiring open and guild will be soon!
        Apr 01st, 2013
        - Hiring ends, main thread is officially opened! Opening event to follow in the next few days!
        Apr 08th, 2013
        - Opening Easter event is over! Thank you to everyone for the awesomeness! amicableAggressor joins our ranks as art staff!
        Mar 3rd, 2013
        - Annual flower festival is open for a week! This is an ORP where we are allowing quests to participate!
        Aug 01, 2013
        - Customs are open for a whole week with a special discount of 100k! The Meta will be following it closely.
        Aug 08, 2013
        - Customs have closed. The meta will begin soon!
        Aug 13, 2013
        - The first Meta event has begun, Rejuvenation will make you work hard for some new game mechanics!
        Aug 26, 2013
        - The meta Rejuvenation has ended! Prizes have been given out, we have new staff Gracie is an event manager! Check it out on page 301!
        Oct 15, 2013
        - The Harvest Festival meta has begun, along with multiple events such as a pumpkin carving contest, a writing contest, and a tektek contest.
        Oct 31, 2013
        - An honest to goodness witch appeared and was auctioned off in the main thread! Sinister happenings closed the meta. Will the Meadow ever be the same again?
        Nov 12 - 30, 2013
        - Achievements contest has opened! Suggest Achievement titles, design buttons, and win prizes.
        Nov 14 - 21, 2013
        - Hey Townies, MOO-ve on over and join the Cow Festival! There are two games, including a milk drinking contest (chug chug chug) and a Scarecrow Obstacle Course.
        Dec 4 - 11, 2013
        - Shhh! Secret santa sign ups are now available. Join the fun!
        Dec 5 - 8, 2013
        - Get your snowball arm ready. Snowball tournament signups are now up!
        Dec 6 - 30, 2013
        - Christmas Grams are open in case you wish to spread the holiday cheer. You can buy yourself one and gift to others. Custom gram boxes are also available. Recipients without a character will have grammed goodies saved for them.
        Dec 10, 2013
        - Let's get ready to SNOWBALL. Snowball Tournament is up and ready to go. If you've signed up, go play in your designated thread. May the odds, and hot cocoa, be ever in your favor. UPDATE: Congrats to Benji (a pet dino) for winning the tournament and Jean (Random Nobody 13) for runner up. We hope everyone had fun and we'll see you next time.
        Dec 12 - 30, 2013
        - The Spirit Festival event ORP thread is now open. There are many parts, enticing food, and lots of fun to be had. Gifts from the secret santa will be exchange icly there!
        Dec 26, 2013
        - White Elephant Gift exchange sign ups are open for 24 hours. This will be a fun event and a great way to make more friends and earn awesome, rare, items.
        Jan 1 - 8, 2014
        - The New Years Eve party is now open for both townies and quests. There is a drinking game and a fortune game in the orp to take advantage of. Have a happy new year!
        Feb 7 - 21, 2014
        - Love is in the air, and what better way to foster love is to hold a masquerade ball? This even is open to both townies and quests! Maybe cupid's bow and arrow will hit the mark tonight!
        Feb 20 - 6, 2014
        - Manager sign ups are now available in the main guild. If you are interested in helping out the guild and possibly getting a cool free character, go take a peek!
        Mar 16 - 22, 2014
        - Let's sow some seeds, maaaaaaaan. Spring has sprung and it's time to get some seeds started for the new season. Along with the main orp, there are two side games. Townies that participate get whatever plant they planted. Quests and Townies can both play. Have fun!
        Mar 25 - 31, 2014
        - Meta sign ups are available in the guild, under the Event section. This is also our yearly Bribe event, so get ready! There will be two bribe characters and two premades made available.
        Mar 31, 2014
        - The Meta begins with a bang and a shake. Looks like something fishy is happening with the old mine... Are you brave enough to find out what is happening?
        May 5, 2014
        - The Meta is now over. Congrats to winners of the bribes and premades. It seems the Meadow is in for more turmoil. The mayor has sold the mine to the nasty Suits and time can only tell what will come next.
        June 9, 2014
        - The Ex-con event is now open! This newbies only event features art from Eussom and Glace. Invite all your friends and enjoy the minigames hosted in thread~
        June 25, 2014
        - The Ex-con event is now Over! Judging is in process. Summer has also arrived and with it the seasonal produce and future exciting events!
        December 211, 2014
        - The shop is under hiatus for an unknown period of time. It will reopen in the future.


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        Many moons ago, three families came together when they each discovered they shared a dream, a dream to create a place where a hard day’s work was rewarded and people continued to help each other. They wished to create a modest little town far away from the growing land of steel and concrete where they could raise their families without all the hustle and bustle that came with living in the Big City. A place where crops could grow and animals grazed happily. A place where all were welcome to express their trade.

        That place was Upon the Meadow.

        Many generations have passed since those three families settled the little farm village but UtM never faced true hardships. Children have always run the streets from sunup to sundown. Crops have grown tall and strong. Animals were plenty. There always seemed to be enough for everyone. It was almost as if there was some sort of magic blessing the land by the Harvest Goddess herself and was protected by the faeries of nature.

        All that changed one spring not so long ago when it appeared the Harvest Goddess had abandoned them. At the same time, child after child left UtM for the cities they had heard about in stories where technology could make their lives easier, or so they thought. The idea of manual labor seemed to scare them but the notion sitting around pushing buttons pleased them. People began to worry about their home but none more than the faeries that protected the land.

        With their efforts out on locating the Harvest Goddess, they had lost track of the youth in what they claimed to be ‘their village’. Now they are trying to make up for lost time. Three faeries have stepped up to the plate to bring the dying village back to life. One has taken to personal interaction with people outside of the village to have them come. The second to try and persuade those still there to remain. The third has dared to take on the challenge of using technology to their benefit.

        Each Ad posted reads:

        Looking for a new home? We offer some by the water, sea and some homes even come with a barn!
        ➤ Call now! 1-800-FAI-RIES


        Their hope is simple: Save the Farms, Save the Harvest Goddess, Save Upon the Meadow.


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        Upon The Meadow is located in an isolated region quite a distance from most cities. The original settlers purchased most of the area though presently, only a quarter is in use.

        The coast is quite long, colored with a mix of white and black sand that is soft to the touch while the ocean water is crystal clear until for as far as the eye can see.

        A short walk from the coast lands you in the very heart of Upon The Meadow. Standing in the center of town, you look to the left to find the hill where the cobblestone stone road leads up to Cottonwood mansion, owned by the old Cherry and her granddaughter Linden. The mansion itself is an old Victorian style home with black roofing that is falling apart and white paint that appears to be in need of a new coat.

        Tow the right and down a second path is the old Mayor Rowan’s home, his wife recently passed away and his children have all moved to the city. He is a friendly fellow, and will help anyone in need. There is a very small trodden to the left of his home that leads to the acreage.

        Behind the mayors home, beyond his little fenced in backyard you can find the Acreage. There are a few shacks in the distance standing among the overgrown fields. The path to the Acreage is small and can be easily missed if you aren't looking.

        Next comes the Hemlock Tavern and Inn where weary travelers settle in for a much needed rest. It is run by a man named Oak and his son Ash. The tavern is usually only open in the evening after the sun goes down, but the Inn is open 24/7.

        The other homes and shops that run along the broken cobble stone path are empty and lifeless for no one lives there anymore. Maybe they'll become open again sometime soon?

        The cobblestone ends as it reaches a bridge. Larch River is just as clear as the ocean waters. You can see the fish at the bottom. Larch River cuts all of Upon The Meadow into two sections, it starts down from a hill at the waterfall and ends out in the ocean. The riverbank here allows for some good fishing, and a few homes are still left perched on its banks. Birch, the local blacksmith has a home along the river. You may purchase all your tools from him. Just look for the red house. It’s quite hard to miss.

        Just on the other side of the river on the other side of Larch River is Mulberry Farm. Presently owned by Alder, he recently moved to Upon The Meadow and has made quite a living growing crops! You may purchase all the seeds you need from him.

        Before the bridge you can also turn left. This is where you will find the Grasslands. You can see a few shacks here and there, but the sea of tall grass is endless. Meadow is the only one living there currently, she is also a new resident, she moved in about a year ago and you can purchase all your animals from her. She only breeds horses, but her contacts allow her to order any animal you may need.

        There is a large weeping willow in the middle of the Grasslands, not close to any homes but it’s there. It is said that this tree is home to the fairies, but no one has gone out of their way to take a look.

        For information can be found here


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LIFE STAGE 0 : City Slicker

    These are the folk who are from the city and do not yet live in Upon The Meadow. This is your character before they make their way to UTM. You can roleplay and create a journal with these characters as long as they are approved. This stage does not come with art, but you may win some through events.


LIFE STAGE 1 : Newcomer

    Your character has just moved to Upon the Meadow, congratulations! They still aren’t used to their new life and will still be clothed in their urban outfit from before they came to live here. This is the time to get to know the other villagers and some of your neighbors.


LIFE STAGE 2 : Denizen

    After choosing a career path and shedding their old city life, your character is finally showing off their chosen career path! They are officially welcomed as part of the town and should continue to grow their homes. Maybe your character has their eye on someone?


LIFE STAGE 3 : Villager

    Perhaps your character decided to go married; maybe married life isn’t for them! Your character is a little older and a little wiser. They continue to contribute to the community and grow their home.


LIFE STAGE 4 : Resident

    Kids, marriage, thriving farm, wherever your character is in life they’re getting a little older each day! Your character no newbie to the farm life, they know everyone in town and are regulars at the town shops and maybe even the bar.


LIFE STAGE 5 : Outstanding Citizen

    It’s been years now, crazy how time flies? Your character has seen and done a lot in their lifetime and they’re just a little older for it. They’ve been given the title of Outstanding Citizen, something only given to the most loyal and active of UTM citizens.

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Life Stage Three
Life Stage Four
Life Stage Five


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        You can get character art through events announced on page 2 which are always announced in updates prior to the event.

        Customs information is available here!

        We also have a quest fairy, these are usually only given to people who are very active in thread, participate in lots of events and generally just show they're trying really hard to get a character!

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        With such a close knit community, of course here will be friendships made and love to be found, or so we hope!

        Below you will find a mechanism that you can use to add spice to your RPs, however since these are community driven they are not required for characters who wish to get a married. You can find the official rules for weddings as well as divorces here.

        Player journals are your ticket to knowing what someone likes and dislikes, they are also a great way to see if your crush feels the same way about you. However, checking someone’s journal is done in secret which means you may not write in their journal unless you've been given permission by its owner.

        Each character may have a list of gifts, these categories are defined as:
        Special - One of your character's favorite things. Worth 5 points.
        Loved - Your character really likes this item. Worth 2.5 point.
        Liked - Your character enjoys this item. Worth 1 point.
        Disliked - Your character would prefer something else... Worth -1 point.
        Hated - Your character doesn't like this at all. Worth -2.5 point.
        Horror - Your character is horrified by whatever it is. Worth -5 points.


        Here is the heart table to know where you stand with someone:

❥• Black Heart - Dislike
❥• Grey Heart - Stranger, no feelings
❥• Blue Heart - Friends
❥• Green Heart - Crush OR Close Friends
❥• Yellow Heart - Dating OR Good Friends
❥• Orange Heart - Committed OR Best Friends
❥• Red Heart - Love OR BFF


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        Having children is the next stage after getting married for many; you may breed up to three times. So you may end up with twins or ever so rare triplets, however having this amount of children will be costly for you and your spouse.

        The appearence of children take after both of their parents. however you may pick up to two traits for your child for an extra fee. You can find more information about breedings here. For same sex couples, adoption or surrogacy is possible for you.

        Players may decide to keep their child and roleplay them, or ICly have the child grow and leave UTM or give them to another player.

        Children do not share the same journal as their parents, they receive a new one. Mothers will receive pregnant art. Children also get 3 extra stages. Toddler, Child and Teen but they skip life stage 0 to 1 and are automatically on life stage two after their teen years.


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Link to FAQ HERE.



        What is the technology level?
        There is electricity, but it's all very old things. Old lamp posts, old cars, old computers that sort of thing. The roads are cobble stone.

        The job I want isn't on the job list...
        The jobs currently listed are there to give you a guideline. If you want a job that is not listed, you may ask staff or write on your quest the job you want. If there is an issue with the job, we will let you know.

        What I have to pay with Gaia gold to get items?!
        Nope, we have an in thread money system so you're only spending money when you get a character.

        How many words should solos be? And what about RPs?
        Solos should have at least 800 words minimum. For roleplays you should have 800 words minimum for it to count towards your requirements, this means that it does not have to be a completed roleplay for it to count.

        Can my character come from Upon The Meadow?
        No, UTM has been slowly dying / being abandoned. You may come from another farm, but you may not come from UTM. Only children of those born in UTM may come from there.

        Can my animals get sick?
        No, though we do have medicine and some events may cause animals to get sick.

        How many quests can I have?
        There is no set amount.


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Shop Idea © Gourmet Ranch and Natsume
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