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[-x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-]

I spend a lot of time anoning, although I rarely fish for anons. So, when I do fish, or randomly receive a gift from an anon, I shall post the name and picture of the item gifted, as well as the message that came with it (if a message was left - messages are sometimes more touching than the gift).

I've seen these Thank You threads and decided to create one of my own, so I never lose these messages, and so those who Anon me can have somewhat of a proper 'thanks'. smile

Also, if you anon me an item that I do not like, I will try to find someone who has that item on their wishlist before I sell that item.

Oh yes, I am a SUCKER for premium chance bundles or even singles wink (hint, hint)... I waste plenty of gold on them! wink Although it's really not a waste, since that is often how I am able to gift higher-cost wishlist items for many users.

So, enough chatter from me...

*** heart THANK YOU heart ***

1. Sven the Psionic - Kiku Flower Hairpin heart

2. the Great Pumpkin - Jackies! heart

3. Quirkz - Peacock Fan heart

4. Myel - Valentine's Bouquet heart

5. Anonymous (no name entered) Sweet Mint Ice Cream Sundae heart

6. Alexander the Statue - Aquarium Stone Thingie heart

7. Ironic Zombie - Starter Slightly Gnawed Limb heart

8. Liz - Venus Embrace Bikini heart

9. No name entered - Silver Horn-Rimmed Glasses heart

10. WintersFrozenThorn - Aquarium Pirate Hat heart

11. No name entered - Floppy Clover heart

12. Whimsical Fantasy - Silver Bracelet (x2) heart

13. Black Lace - Stellarscapes! heart

14. WintersFrozenThorn - Aquarium Cuttlefish heart

15. Mr. Monster Guy - Golden Bird Pin heart

16. & Shinu Tamashi & - Bleeding Suits heart

17. WintersFrozenThorn - Fanta Bubbly Orange Peel heart

18. Blind Violet - Violet and Purple Reversible Hair Pins heart

19. No name entered - Pot of Skittles heart

20. The Kindness of Strangers - Nicolae's Underwear heart

21. No name entered - RED RAGE! Bottled Cooler heart

22. Beat of Angel - Silver Mystic Emerald heart

23. Principality of Sealand - Water Puddle heart

24. No name entered - Green Checkered Apron heart

25. Arron the Lythcol Mechanic - Fox Ears heart

26. Dark Matter - Violet and Purple Reversible Bracelets heart

27.Team Rocket's Profit Expansion Division, Buson and Bashou - Pancakes heart

28. Team Rocker's Profit Expansion Division, Buson and Bashou - Lumiere Noire Reborn heart

29. Evil Princess Diana - Lovely Genie Double Gold Earrings heart

30. Whimsical Fantasy - Silver Bracelet heart

31. WintersFrozenThorn - Elven Ears Green heart

32. The Unknown Figure - Gilded Bird Pin heart

33. Liz - Benny the Puppy heart

34. Team Rocket's Profit Expansion Division, Buson and Bashou - Pancakes heart

25. Princess Diana, Whimsical Fantasy, WintersFrozenThorn - Silver Bracelet heart

26. The Mage - March 2012 Collectible Letter heart

27. The Dreamer - Cup of Punch (lime punch) heart

28. Princess Diana, Whimsical Fantasy, WintersFrozenThorn - Lidless Demon Mask heart

29. Arron the Lythcol Mechanic - Aquarium Squid heart

30. Blind Violet - Glittering Mango Carnival Skirt heart

31. Whimsical Nightmare - Cool Starter Pirate Vest heart

32. Whimsical Fantasy - Silver Bracelet heart

33. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Gray Longjohns heart

34. Whimsical Fantasy - Venus Embrace Towel heart

35. Summer Gifting Event Anon - Irrawaddy Dolphin Ring heart

36. No name entered - Madame Seer heart

37. No name entered - Neutral Starter Pirate Vest heart

38. The Fortune Teller - Imaginary Friend heart

39. Queen Nerana - Aquarium Turtle heart

40. The Bomber - Burnt Heart Boxers heart

41. No name entered - July 2007 Collectible Letter heart

42. ~~Jack... of all trades~~ - Bloody Head Bandage heart

43. No name entered - Formula 8: Kottan Bell heart

44.~~Jack... of all trades~~ - Red Delicious Apple heart

45. Mistletoe - Witchy heart

46. No name entered - Ribbon Rapture heart

47. No name entered - Starfish Shuriken heart

48. No name entered - Fancy Gloves heart

49. WintersFrozenThorn - Purple Babydoll Socks heart

50. Erryn The Red - Papers, Flowers, Inks, & Bugs heart

51. ~~Jack... of all trades~~ - Presto Rabbito heart

52. Mrs_Matthew_Williams - St. Baldur's School Uniform Loafers heart

53. ~~Jack... of all trades~~ - Long-Stem White Roase heart

54. Werewolves for Peace - Vampire Bat Chocololli heart

55. The Blue Bat - Bat Wing Arm Tattoo heart

56. No name entered - RIP Conan heart

57. Queen of Werewolves; Barton Town Clan - Outlaw Wolf Pup heart

58. ~~Jack... of all trades~~ - Pink Dahlia heart

59. Halloween Event Anon Thread - Skull Treat Pail heart

60. No name entered - Coco Fleece Hat heart

61. Lord Hellyer - Silver Wrist Watch heart

62. Nymphs - Kokeshi Fan heart

63. Nymphs - Pumpkin Eye Patch heart

64. The Great Pumpkin - Satin Hairbow heart

65. No name entered - Flight of Fancy heart

66. The Vampire Prince - Cherry Feel Better Lolly heart

67. Mr. Monster Guy - Cherry Feel Better Lolly heart

68. No Name Entered - Pumpkin Pie heart

69. Princess-Orphelia - Spirited 2k6 Gloves heart

70. Sugar Plum - Aquarium Mini Monsters Laceback Galoshes heart

71. Maiden - Benny the Puppy heart

72. Sandy Claws - Red Honeymoon Camisole heart

73. No Name Entered - Spirited 2k9 Captain's Boots heart

74. No Name Entered - Blacklight Ribbon heart

75. Crazy People in a Castle - Red Woven One Piece Swimsuit heart

76. No Name Entered - Gold Heart Hairpin heart

77. The Mysterious Martyr - Fuseling heart

78. No Name Entered - Blue Daisy Bouquet heart

79. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - Blue Octopus (On My Head) heart

80. A.S - Pepper Party heart

81. Qwirkz - Poppy Tinted Glasses heart

82. No Name Entered - Sailor Anchor Tattoo heart

83. Elf Johnny Cupcake - Kiki Fleece Hat heart

84. Ninja Gifter - Moonstone Borealis heart

85. The Lightbringer Anon - Silver Lighter heart

86. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - White Floweret Branch heart

87. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - Red Satin Sleepmask heart

88. No Name Entered - Grand Victorian heart

89. Random Passerby - Pansy Twin Ribbons heart

90. The Little Shy Girl Anon - Polar Bear Paraplush heart

91. Phantom Anon - Blue Wing Surfboard heart

92. Mister Monster Guy - Silver Promise Ring heart

93. Cow of a Thousand Moos - Purple Polka Dotted Inner Tube heart

94. No Name Entered - V-Day 2K11 Dissing Booth heart

95. LoneWolf Anon - Sand Fluff Plushie heart

96. The Horrible Poet - Black Trim Y-Fronts heart

97. Sky Diamond - Regalia of Ancient Fire Circlet heart

98. Guildenstern - Flourite Borealis heart

99. No Name Entered - MLP: Philomeena heart

100. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - Grand Victorian heart

101. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - Red Octopus on My Head heart

102. ~~Jack... of all Trades~~ - Green Octopus on My Head heart

103. The Lightbringer Anon - Fluff n' Stuff Orca Shark costume heart

104. Phantom Anon - Round Paper Lantern Blue heart

105. No Name Entered - Twin Snake Shoulderpads heart

106. The Gifting Fairy - Purple Babydoll Gloves heart

107. No Name Entered - Black and Ash Floweret Branch heart

108. Phantom Anon - Ghost Chocololli heart

109. JR - Holiday Feast heart

110. No Name Entered - Candy Corn Cupcake heart

111. +The GrimTailor Anon+ - Crystal Box (Crystal Guitar) heart

112. The Observer - Liquorice Stripe Jumbo Lollipop heart

113. Simply Yours - Black Raven Feathered Belt heart

114. Simply Yours - Luxurious Queen of Pentacles heart

115. No Name Entered - Long-Stem Black Rose heart

116. Book Anon - Jack's Grab Bag 2k13 heart

117. The Slate - Beastly Rose heart

118. No Name Entered - Tufted Cream Peony Hairclip heart

119. Anon101 - Tiered Red Skirt heart

120. Anon101 - Tiered Black Skirt heart

121. Anon101 - Red Butt Bow heart

122. Little Black Cat Anon - Red Striped Candy Cane heart

123. Arron the Lythcol Mechanic - Standard Knife Set heart

124. the Nightmare Doctor - Green Octopus (on my head) heart

125. A. Castle - Long-Stem Black Rose heart

126. Blue Fairy - Classic Partition Top heart

127. Goose - Philosopher's Cache heart

128. Friendly Neighbourhood Spiderman - Astra-72: Foggy Day heart

129. D. Bode Well - Dreamer's Mind heart

130. No Name Entered - Holly Hairpiece heart

131. Pinky the Streakers - Dine and Dash Grape Jelly Toast heart

132. A. Castle - Silver Jadebriar Pendant heart

133. A. Castle - Silver Morningstar Pendant heart

134. Arron the Lythcol Mechanic - Astra-119: Pearl Photo Filter heart

135. That Anon - Frostee Treats Vanilla Softee heart

136. No Name Entered -V-Day 2k11 Gloryheart Hairpin heart

137. No Name Entered - Opal Borealis heart

138. No Name Entered - Astra-58: Shrouded Night heart

139. No Name Entered - Silver Hearthfire Pendant heart

140. The Dapper Rabbit - White Daisy - Red Bouquet with Black Ribbon heart

141. Turnip - Black Breezy Frill Skirt heart

142. No Name Entered - Golden Grunny heart

143. The Naughty Succubus - Gutbuster heart

144. The Naughty Succubus - Outlaw Wolf Pup heart

145. The Naughty Succubus - Sleepytime Wildlife Bed heart

146. Lyra Heartstrings - Egyptian White Linen Dress heart

146. Mister Monster Guy - Philosopher's Cache: Garnet heart

147. The Snow Queen Anon - Poinsettia Hairpiece heart

148. No Name Entered - Nyx's Token heart

149. AMG Mad Giftbomber - A Touch of Everything heart

150. No Name Entered - Pinot Noiress heart

[-x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-]

My FIRST Anon note! Thank you!

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: -while you are dances reaches out to grasp your hand- If you do not mind this horrible glitter, I would very much enjoy a dance with you. -smiling- I have been dancing since I was eight, and let me tell you, it was a wild time in the twenties.
-Sven the Psionic

-October 25th, 2011

A lovely Halloween Anon!

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Muahahaha! Halloween is in the wake of the next moon! I'm no unfriendly ghost; no zombie to steal your brain~ No here a gift; a trick or maybe a treat. Either way enjoy it; and come join in on the fun here: http://www.gaiaonline.com/forum/gaia-community-projects/ghosting-2011-an-anonymous-gifting-event-we-are-open/t.75208737/
Enjoy this Boo-tiful gift-
Love the Great Pumpkin
-the Great Pumpkin

-October 29th, 2011

heart St. Patrick's Day Anons! heart

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: You are so helpful.
So very helpful.
I wish I could be as helpful as you.
Oh, I know!
I shall do what I do best.
I shall give you a gift.

-Qwirkz

-March 15th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Lovely Nyx, You are the first woman that I have laid my eyes on this event. The way you show the color green... As well as the way you show the true meaning of the holiday bring me joy. I hope I have caught your attention for this event. You have brighten my spirits.

-Myel

-March 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Happy St. Patrick's Day! Have a lil sumthin green!

-March 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Humans are always coming after me...
I think they're trying to eat me. oAo

- Ironic Zombie

-March 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Have a Very Happy St. Patricks Day!

~Liz

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
Do we see through clover tinted glasses, instead of rose, on St. Patty's day?

Why don't you head over to your inventory and see what you got!

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Im sorry to have to ask this of you but my wife... we were separated by a cruel princess of another land, she placed a sort of curse upon us and now... I cant seam to find her... her name its as pure and as lovely as all bells could be. Her name is Whimsical Fantasy could you prehapps find it in your heart to help me?
~WintersFrozenThorn

-March 17th, 2012

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"From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I do not know but you may try, I wont stop you. If by some other worldly grace you can break this curse though... id be fore ever in your dept. I just want so much to hold my beloved again. Her soft hair, her sweet kiss, the way she reminds me of just having woken up still seeing the morning due on the window... please anything I'm more then willing to try anything so long as it means I can love her once more.
~WintersFrozenThorn"

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Standing in a field of all green
there is something else in this scene
To you a girl walks
nervous and as pale as chalk
She opens her mouth to speak
but she doesn&t sound so meek
& I I have a story to tell
one that needs to ring like a bell
see my friends I haven&t be honest all the way
and now though I cam ready to say
that I am married yes it is so
but theres a reason I&m no so gun ho
a princess from another land
got mad that my king gave me his hand
and upon us cast a curse
and I cant think of one worse
I cannot find him though I try
but now I have no more tears to cry
so to you I must ask
if you can help me with a task
can you help me find my king
strong with a smile that no sun can bring
the King of winters and of thorn
for WintersFrozenThorn is the one I morn
the loss of him is my biggest regret
but no dears don&t fret
if we can get together again
then no more will this princess win
so please dreamers one and all
help me send out this call
help me find my one love true
and I will forever be indebted to you.&
~Whimsical Fantasy

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Please you dont understand. Im looking so hard for her but when ever I get close each and everytime we almost have each other in arms.... that girl who placed this curse on us shows up and we lose each other once more. I dont know what to do anymore... we get so close and then... shes there.... shes always there....
~WintersFrozenThorn

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: &I I fear I do not know
I was so close to him and then I was forced to go
for SHE showed up that evil princess there
breaking us apart with her evil glare
I could see him he was so close
I could hear is voice almost
oh please why cant we hide from her!
I want away from that evil cur
W never did anything but have a love so true
I&s not our fault that she cant have it to
we are not the reason for her black heart
but because of her we must be kept apart.
I beg of you help us find a place
where she will never show her evil face.&
~Whimsical Fantasy

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: in the fields you went
looking for a reprieve from the event
But arriving there a sound you did hear
and it almost made you fear.
for the weeping came from the soul
and burned as hot as a coal
and you looked all around
to see a figure slumped to the ground
the queen who refuses to ear a crown
in your sight broken down
quickly you rushed to her side
and beg her in you to confide
and paused as she drew a shuddering breath
and sounded like a agent of death.
&I I failed to get to my love&s arms
we cannot beat the princesses charms
and another took offence for no reason at all
and attacked my friends when she answered my call
now I do not know what to do
but I am sorry for bothering you& .
and from her wrist slipped a gift
and to you hands she did it lift
pushing it there before laying back
for all hope she did lack
this broken dream could not do a thing
only the bard could her sorrow sing
looking for her king for so long
lost without his gentle song
she wanted only to be in his arms again
and for things to mend
but for now she only wished she had refused
his rings then at least she could be with him she mused
not reduced to the pitiful sight
one who could not even fight.
and you having to just see her there
even if you did not care.
~Whimsical Fantasy

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Ugh, I've lost my gift of rhyme!
What a terrible time for an anon to do so!
I guess I might be tired of trying
Each individual an original message.
Either way, here is a token of my esteem
And love for being here.

~Blind Violet

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Oh my, you had your gallbladder removed?
My mother went through that,,, what a harrowing experience that was.
But, all's well that ends well, and you seem fine now
So let's celebrate your health and the return of spring~

~The Kindness of Strangers

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:


Watanuki,
I`m back!

Something`s missing,
I missed White Day, didn`t I?

- grumbles something that sounds like &Welcome back& -
As much as I am concerned about you missing White Day,
Right now, there`s something irritating me much more.

- Yuuko, from the background -
Now what could be more important than White Day?

- points -
THIS PIPE FOX IS STICKING TO ME LIKE GLUE!

How rude!
Now bring some wine over here.

Tonight we drink our sorrows away, right Mokona?

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I watched the winter fairies as they leave,
And again, tears shed, I here, singing alone.
Gone are the winds that chill to the bone,
But here I am, praying to the stars that weave.
I used to hope, as a girl, to foolishly believe
That every heart, one day, had already shone.
Now, they`re just there, hidden by the unknown
And is it for forever that I should grieve?

I wanted someone to look into my heart,
I hoped long for the coming of a new start.
I longed for some warm places in the mind
That the thought of tomorrow couldn`t bind.
Once more, I wanted to fight for false love,
Before I`d left to join the stars from up above.

Beat of Angel

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:



A young boy, who is wearing a green kilt and plaid cloths walks towards you. He smiles in a cheerful way. & Oh Hello Miss& He said in a polite way.
& You know what day is right?& He asked.
You say St. Patrick's day and He smiles. & That's right. And do you know why im here?&
You shake you head. The young boy answers with & Well i came here to give you this little thing. I do hope you like it Miss.& And with that he hands you a green box wrapped nicely with a dark blue ribbon. He gives you one last smile till he starts walking off with a bright and shining smile.

~Principality of Sealand.

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: As you are walking down an old familiar path you see someone sitting by a creek & under a shady tree. Curiosity overcomes you and you creep closer, not wanting to disturb the person. The person is a young man wearing goggles in his chestnut colored locks. He seems to be resting in the soft grass. Without looking up he stutters, ''Y-You can come sit d-down over here if y-you like.'' Startled at his knowledge of you presence you do as he says. You are not sure what the young mechanic is doing. Yet, you watch in fascination as he pulls out tools from his toolbox which is sitting next to him & starts to work diligently. You notice of his blushing and you know he is not used to working with an audience. After awhile you begin to doze under the shady tree, and soon you drift off to sleep. When you awaken you find that the young mechanic is gone. A small gift is in his place, covered in a crystalline dust. Its tag reading, ''I may not be able to fix my own heart, but I can fix yours.''

~Arron the Lythcol Mechanic

-March 17th, 2012

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A note on your present reads:

Ah-- You wanted this clover right? I`m ok with it, There`s plenty of clovers in the field.

(Mar 16, 2012)

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: May the luck of the Irish be with ye today,lass!

-March 17th, 2012

heart BEAUTIFUL art from Mr. Monster Guy! heart

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"From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

With stubby little claws, he traces and draws
a futile attempt perhaps, but good for some lawls

~Mr. Monster Guy"

-March 17th, 2012

heart EPIC Anon Letter from Black Lace heart

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"From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: *deleted the message for sexually explicit content*
-Black Lace"

-March 17th, 2012[

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

A lesbian are you? Well now, I do know a particular vampiress who'd be interested in you.
Mm, Alexandria always did have a fondess for redheads
And anything that could walk really.
I trust you have the stamina to keep up with an immortal, darling?
Don't bother with frivolous affairs of others
The people on the streets are enjoying ale and a night of fornication
I do believe you deserve the opprotunity as well.

& Shinu Tamashi &

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Gears turn franticly around you as though to power some unseen machine. Its because of there turning you ponder where you are as your mind cant recall coming to such an odd place. Slowly forward you start to tread the gears round you going into an almost musical hum. That is till you come to a man standing lone on a turning gear of brass. Your unsure if its a trick of the light or not but for a moment the man looks as though he himself were made of gold. You open your mouth to ask him where you are before you notice something odd about the mans joints. Its as though they themselfs are bits of metal held together from inside out. You sigh softly as the mans golden eyes stair at you emptily. With this you turn to leave or rather return to where it was you started before a golden hand takes your and the eyes once lifeless glow brightly. You go to protest as you pulled into a dance but find yourself unable to pull away from the man. He leans in close at the end of the dance as though to go in for a kiss. You close your eyes at this yet you never feel a touch any were on you. After a few seconds your eyes flicker open only to find yourself in your room a small gift box at your feet. A name on the tag reading only.
~AlexanderTheStatue

-March 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Fun and laughter abound as people enjoy St. Patrick's day. Green clothing, and all manner of other green things make the area look like a walking forest as the day goes on. However, among the merriment, a figure stands alone, clad in an entirely purple armored body suit. You walk toward him, feeling uneasy with each step. No one but you even seems to notice him.

&Good evening,Noxious. My my, aren't you festive?&
The man speaks, his voice sinister. He turns to face you, amethyst eyes flashing brightly as a grin sweeps over his pale purple face.
&It's certainly a spectacle, wouldn't you say? Oh. Pardon me. I haven't introduced myself.&
He bows his head slightly.
&My name is Dark Matter, Lord of the still galaxy. I dropped by to see if I could understand this strange, pointless holiday you all seem to enjoy.&
A devilish chuckle escapes him as he takes a step forward, and drops a purple gif at your feet.
&So much green is beginning to grate on my nerves. Perhaps you'd enjoy this colour instead?&
With a wave, he vanishes, leaving only the odd present behind.

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Dear Dear why are we so dizzy?
It must be this lady next to us her beauty busy.
Noxious and toxic to an impure touch,
We're looking forward to so much.

Team Rocket's Profit Expansion Division,
Buson and Bashou

-March 17th, 2012[

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Holy s**t, thank you!

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: An old lady to where can be seen?
Right here is a young lass with eyes that gleam.
Her pale skin to make the moon jealous,
Makes our attention so zealous.

Team Rocket's Profit Expansion Division,
Buson and Bashou

-March 17th, 2012[

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: From the darkening green hills she descends, looking as pompous dripping in jewels with a sneer on her face, as if the world were beneath her. She looks around and lets out a scoff, looking at the town below her. &&So this is where the pathetic lovers live, so close yet so far. Just a fitting punishment... The Dream and the King will never have MY kingdom, or my love. She will never have what is mine!'' With a snarl she stalks into town laughing at the pathetic attempts the Gaians are making to help.

Evil Princess Diana

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: you are walking down the street
when once again the dream you did meet
she is standing there shivering in fear
staring at one quite near.
you place a hand on her arm
and you jump back like you mean her harm.
with a hand to her heart she turns
and in her eyes a fire burns.
&the princess is here by me
now thorn I will never see
no we must do something about this
him I can no longer miss!
I my dreamers help me please
find somewhere where she cannot sneeze
then send both me and thorn there
so she will no longer be a care!&
with that the dream turned with a jerk
striding off into the murk
and at your feet lay a gift
that into your hand you did lift.

~Whimsical Fantasy

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: &My bride... have you seen her?& a man comes up to you and asks, His eyes a dull grey as though growing empty. &I cant find her... my wife... I heard talk she was here. Please tell me its true? Tell me that im on the right path?& His eyes grow wide before he looks around. &.... shes here, that... Its her& He looks about in something of a panic. &If you see my wife please tell her im still looking... but I... I have to go. Im so sorry&
~WintersFrozenThorn

-March 17th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
Look at her. Such a pitiful little girl, vain and greedy. Though unsightly, such qualities have become quite common in little princesses. Perhaps that is how she was so easy to tame.

Go little child, curse the Frozen king and his Whimsical Fantasy. Break them apart, tear them to pieces as you fruitlessly strive to attain what you shall never truly hold. After all, your deeds only serve to aide me.

Though, that does not mean this queen cannot have some fun. Though whimsical, fantasies can be quite persistent, just as kings can be stubborn. So, my subject, let us even the odds in this little game. Take this token and run out into the world. Find these two lovers, aid them in their journey. Have these stubborn children fight against fate, desperately clawing their way back to each other.

I shall watch from the shadows as that hope drives them to their last breath. Only then will my true hand come into play.

-The Unknown Figure

-March 18th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: For an awesome host, someone to keep you company after the guests are gone.
Sorry if he doesn't help clean up when the dust settles.

~Liz

-March 18th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

Your stunning beauty has got us inspired,
We drew this till ours were tired.
You are the star that guides us at night,
That shining smile to show us light.

Team Rocket's Profit Expansion Division,

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Buson and Bashou

-March 18th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: the cold wind blew across the street, making the mummer of the watching crowd fade and blowing the clothing of the three performers. for a beat there was nothing then the princess stepped forward. &Well well well how sad is this, close enough to hold hands yet can&t even hear each other. so strong in my magic, you were fools to defy me.&

The King looks to the girl his eyes no long a dull grey they had been wall searching, but not a red with fire full of passion and love. &She is my bride, my wife, my friend and my love. You will never keep her from me& He says aloud standing upright and looking more like the king he was then before. Drawing forth his sword he stabbed it into the ground and placed a hand on the blade rather than the hilt. &She alone is the one I will have in my life, even if I can never see her, I know she&s here&

The dream opened her eyes as the princess spoke
and in her the words the fire did stroke
The dream drew up calling her power once more
and there would end this she swore.
& he is my king, my husband my love and my friend
because of one princess that will not end.&
From the smoke around she pulled her bow
but its end on the ground it did go.
Once more she was the dream who held others from harm
no more would she be defeated by a charm.
& He is my dreamer forever more
I will see him again, that I swore.
no cure will stop me I have all the time
and I will find an answer to this problem of mine
but you I don&t get, why do this to us
you get nothing from it but dust.&
in her she felt her love grow
for the truth in her love&s words she did know.

The princess drew herself up looking at the pair, her eyes flashing cold. &I did this because what I wanted was taken from me. He was mine dream, to be wed to me! He would have had no choice. He had a restriction on him, if he had no queen by the winter&s fading light, then his kingdom would be forfeit. But then he found you.& with a growl the princess paced some growling. &he found you and my one chance at getting my love was taken from me. I was so mad I wanted to be rid of you. I wanted him.&

Thorn shook his head at the princess. &Kingdom or not I could never love you. You&re not the one for me. You don&t even know me. Why couldn't you just leave us alone? We never did anything to you!& He shook his head and threw his crown to the ground. &You want that you can have it, but it takes more than a crown to rule a kingdom, and it takes more than words to love someone.&

The girl stamped her foot. &but you don&t know that! we could have been happy! she promised me she promised! that if I did this you would love me, that the dream would leave and find happiness somewhere else and I would get my fairy tale ending!&

The dream stood there listening
watching the new tale start glistening
no this was not an evil princess but a child
one who oly wanted love so mild
but she sought after the wrong man
for he was not the one to offer her that can
no her love was match by his
and it was time all knew this
even the dream had not accepted it in her heart
fearful during their time apart
&you child have blinded eyes
clouded by fake love&s sighs
look childe would he have loved you?
And would you have wanted him to?
My dear you deserve better
but he is not yet there
no my dear he was never your destiny
its still out there trust me
for I could not leave him
I didn&t fall in love with him on a whim.&
the dream reached out looking for her loves Hand
not wanting to remain on this land
without him by her side
and in him once again she could confide.
&take my power take my all
but you cannot make my love fall.&
&She?& The king shook his head. &Who ever put this idea in your head is the one at fault not us. Were happy, were in love. Whimsical Fantasy is the only bride I will ever want and need.& He smiled some. &I love her, and I always will. There&s someone out there for you but its not me. You've frightened my sister, and taken my wife from my eyes, but you can never take her from my mind because I love her&

The dream closed her eyes against tears
this was what she had been waiting for for years
Her love was right there but he she could not see
and that she knew could not be
as tears ran down her face
around the ground a light did grace
settling into her every tear
and into the princess striking fear
for this was the spell -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- cast
fueled by enough love at last
and when her eyes opened again
her sight the spell did mend
once again she could see her King
and oh the happiness it did bring!
With a great cry to him she did go
but her he did not know
for him the spell had not been broke
and her face tears did soak
and upon his unseeing eyes placed a kiss
covering his eyes in her tears because of this
& oh my love there you are,
you were never that far
I love you my one and only king
and to you happiness I hope to bring
please my king open your eyes
and let us be done with unhappy sighs.&

Once more the king closed his eyes to take a breath. The cool air he breathed in for a moment felt warm, perhaps even hot. &You cant take her from me& With that his eyes opened to see his love before him at first sight she was but a dream but the longer he looked the more he realize she was there. Ignoring the princess who had hurt them so he grab his wife and embraced her. &Love... oh love... I missed you so much.& He smiled some seeing the tears in her eyes. &Don't cry I&m here... I never stopped looking&

The dream returned the hug
for the first time feeling snug
she had missed him so
and never again would she let go.
with a smile she pulled him into a kiss
smiling with bliss.

The princess watched the two not sure anymore. She was so tired of fighting without another word she turned and left. Perhaps the dream was right; maybe she could find mister right. With a true smile the girl did go and that was all you will know.

Not and end
But a beginning

~Whimsical Fantasy
~WintersFrozenThorn
-Princess Diana

-March 18th, 2012

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

::The mage stepped out of the dark green portal onto the sand. A small package was thrust out, pushed into your hand. With a deep bow and a mysterious voice the wizard spoke, with an unusual voice, the silence broke.::

&You have done much good in this place,& The mage intoned, hood hiding his or her face. &You set up this thread for all to share, and you have helped the festivities, as we are all aware. Take this special gift now and hold it tight. Might it keep you warm this and every night.&

(Thank you for running the thread, and for helping to make this a wonderful event for us all.)

-March 19th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Ah, look, it's St. Patrick's Day again.
I've been picking up lost memories and gifts to send.
I kind of remember, oh right, it's been a year.
Since I, the Dreamer, been giving cheer.
Through gifts and poems -and everything I can.
To bring happiness to every little Gaian.
But even so, I still need some.
Fragments of memories to remember someone.
Who is it you ask? He, I have found.
All this time, I realized, I've been running around.
He was right in front of me, that certain person.
But then he had leave, I didn't know the reason.
Just said goodbye, after that kiss.
And even until now, I surely miss,
That moment, of something, I just cannot explain.
But my heart feels right, with him, it's in place.
Oh look, a rainbow! Just behind you!
Well I'm sorry, but there are things I must do.
Follow that colorful thing in the sky.
And ask the leprechaun, why oh why?
Didn't you give me any luck at all!
In making the person, that I have loved before.
Stay with me, forevermore.

- The Dreamer

-March 20th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Heading to meet your friends to see the huge movie premiere, you see a huge commotion ahead. At first you think that the actors from the film are signing autographs. Then you get closer to see a blushing young man with goggles resting in his chestnut colored locks, wearing nothing but a pair of socks, blue boxers with stars on them & a pink button up shirt being swarmed by young ladies & men. ''I-I-I AM NOT TH-THE MAN Y-YOU ARE LOOKING F-FOR!'' he cries, holding a wrench to defend himself. He then takes off running & darts into an alleyway. You watch in a stunned amusement as the crowd loses the young man. You peek in the alleyway to see the him putting on a pair of sunglasses to try & disguise himself with the shades. (Like that is going to work...) He sees you & immediately freezes. ''Oh... n-not again...'' he says. You reply saying that you won&t tell anyone. He nods slowly & mutters saying he was pranked this morning by a friend & now looks the way he does. A cat knocks over something & catches your attention; you look back only to find that the young mechanic is gone. A small gift is in his place, covered in a crystalline dust. Its tag reading, ''I may not be able to fix my own heart, but I can fix yours.''

~Arron the Lythcol Mechanic

-April 1st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I didn't know head hunting was the way to go
To get this event to produce results.
I do know on page 3 of the interview
Is the only confirmed item, though.
Good luck in your search
And maybe this will fit you better than I.

~Blind Violet

-April 1st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: you are walking down a street when a force knocks you off your feet. Over you laid a girl her long black hair in your face and around you clothes scattered the ground. With a groan you were pushed away and she cradled her head. there&s a shout down the street and she gives an evil chuckle grabbing up the scattered clothing. &see ya around dreamer I&m about to be killed by a fantasy. I don&t know why all I did was die her hair & with that she grinned at you, her dark black eyes showing you a world of horror before she vanishes into shadows.
On the ground is some of the clothing with a note. &hey don&t give this to the fantasy ok? She has enough clothes. Have fun dreamer.& You look around wondering what is going on but have no answer except for the yelling and the dark chuckle fading in the air

~Whimsical Nightmare

-April 1st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: you are walking down a street
running from pranks on light feet
when right past you a shadow darts by
and you almost sigh
but it is drowned out
by an angry shout.
& Nightmare give them back
Oh come on have some tack!&
then the figure comes running into sight
and laughter you have to fight
Dressed in very skimpy clothes
and her hair as white as a rose
seeing you she freezes in place
and a blush spreads across her face
clutching to her chest the pillow she grips
and a smile graces your lips.
o-oh my dreamer oh dear
I didn&t know you were so near
my other half of my soul Mare is a jerk
she took my clothes and dyed my hair as a perk
all for a foolish prank
and I have this day to thank
I&m sorry but I have to go
and chase down that shadowy hole.&
with a wave she took off but at your feet a gift
with a note. &here&s hoping your spirits lift&
~Whimsical Fantasy

-April 1st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: His face was wet with the tears he shed,
His heart ached from the fear he felt.
His body was pale from the blood he bled,
He didn't know why this hand he was dealt.

[[Saw you liked the boy in the Striped Pajamas. This was the best I could do.]]

-April 1st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
once again you are walking down a street
eating a sweet treat
when from an alley there rose a cry
and from it you saw something fly
peeking in you see two parts of a dream
and in there hands something gleamed
then the darker haired on ducked
something the cream haired one chunked
at you it flew, hitting you in the face
and in your mouth there was an odd taste
like that of a pie old and bad
and you feel quite sad
listening to the yells of the fight
fading into the night
but at your feet there lay a gift
with to your face you did lift.
& here clean off
before mare starts to scoff
~Whimsical Fantasy

-April 1st, 2012

Summer 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Tides ebb and flow pulling up seashells and seaweed. Though among the beauty and debris you saw a little gift box floating up to you on the evening's tide. When you scooped it up you saw "You've been splashed by the Summer's Gifting" Come visit our play house: http://www.gaiaonline.com/forum/gaia-community-projects/t.80389441/
Enjoy NY~ <3
ABC

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hi I saw you in the Gifters Anon thread

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Enjoy~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:



"I predict that you will be meeting up with an old friend shortly. One that isn't quite so real."

~ The Fortune Teller

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Once upon a time there was a girl,Cassandra, who fell in love with a man much older than her and married too..oh yes and had 3 sons..and the sons took revenge for their mother by killing poor Cassandra with a poisoned dagger...Anyway I like your avi and I found a green turtle so..here!
Forgot to tell you Cassandra didn't die...enjoy the turtle!!!
QueenNerana

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: That thread wont matter, in the end. P.S. I'm watching you, from inside the forum.

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I strongly believe you should continue to look into A Riffles as a suspect. That is definitely the correct path to pursue, I'm certain.

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Good. You're doing well. I like it. You cleared out some misplaced thoughts for my boss and myself... so I've decided to give you a useful gift. The L Mob is grateful for your help in getting citizens to stand up against the Kuro gang, so... it's well worth the triumphant.
~~Jack... of all Trades~~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: One of the easier recipes for this level.

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "So... you again. I remember you." The mobster approached the girl slowly "One of the reasons my boss and I thought the wrong guy was guilty. But... you know, people make mistakes... right?" Jack was tossing something up and down in the air as the mobster came forward. "No hard feelings, right?" the apple was snatched out of mid air and handed towards -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- with a smirk issuing under the shadow of the fedora Jack wore.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:



After much play in the event, you stop to take a breather by the near by wood. It always seemed to be at peace there, you were never sure why. But, it always seemed something...nor normal was going on in there as well.
Taking a sip of your water, you looked into the woods, hoping to spot a deer, or some other creature. What you do see startles you into dropping your water. Two bright red eyes are staring at you from a bush. At first you want to run, but see what ever it is is simply staring. Just, watching you. You go to take a step, and the eyes blink, the you see a flash of green in the bush, rustling as it runs off.
Your feet take you in, despite your better judgement. You feel the curiosity attack you as you keep going, not sure where you're headed. Whatever it was, it was running away from you. You kept seeing glimpses of it as you run, only to just miss the full body.

Finally, after what seemed like hours, you stop. Realizing you've gotten yourself lost. Not only that, but the sun was setting. Worry overtakes you, and you begin to try and find your way out. You curse your own childish stupidity.

You sit yourself on a stump after a few minutes and sigh, utterly lost. You stare down at the grown below, grumbling and trying to figure out what to do next.

A-Are you lost? you hear a whisper.

You glance up, and are taken aback by a girl with green skin. You soon realize that this is what had gotten you lost in the first place. You would have yelled at her for running away if you weren't so confused. You weren't sure if she was beautiful, or just cute. Her button nose turned up slightly, not quite ruining her shocking face, but making it more...human. You blink, then she blinks. You nod.

She blushes, Umm... she holds out her hand for you and you take it, not sure why.

You suddenly find yourself outside the woods again. How did you get here? You notice something heavy still in your hand. A small box with a note on it. You read:

Sorry I ran away, you startled me.
I didn't mean to stare, you're just so pretty...

Mistletoe

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:



Hello and welcome,
That you are here means that there is a wish you want granted.
I will fulfill your wish
In return for an equal price.

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Love the Betty Boop pic you posted!

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: It's... purple?

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: No? You should know that all roses have thorns
But this thorn makes point of killing sweet roses.
So my sweet little flower,
you only have till count to three
Before I come after thee
remeber its just ....one.....two..... three...
~ WintersFrozenThorn

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Noxious..." that voice was familar. That smooth genderless voice that called -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- from the darkness before, called again. Footsteps were heard from behind -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s postion and, as she turned, a very familar mobster came into the light. Glowing red eyes had what appeared to be laughter in them, as a smirk was pulled up under that fedora. "I'm sure you remember me." Jack, as the mobster was called, held a present in one hand, the other stuffed in the pocket of the black dress slacks. "I thought I'd visit some of my favorites again but this time... giving something a bit more useful." Jack edged closer to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- till the two of them were inches apart. "I know it's not what you wanted, but I can't gift you alchemy components can I? At least you could liquidate it if you hate it so much." Jack's eyes were memorizing, as if you couldn't escape the glow they produced. A red gloved finger placed itself on -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s collarbone, the smirk turning into a devilish smile on Jack's face. "Your taste is too expensive for me right now, or I'd buy you something from your wishlist." with one fluid motion the finger traveled upward hooking her chin for a moment. "Hope you like it." and the hand was removed, the present placed before -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-. The mobster seemed to slide away from the girl once the present was accepted, moving back towards the shadows without so much as a sideways glance. As the mobster reached the darkness, the footsteps came to a stop, a blood red eye peered from the semidarkness. "Oh, Noxious... stay in touch." and Jack disappeared into the shadows.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Noxious, Noxious, Noxious... It's been too long" that voice. That familiar, smooth, genderless voice... A pair of glowing red eyes, appeared in the darkness before the familiar figure of Jack seem to materialize before -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-. There was that smirk, that devilish smirk that appeared under the shadow of that oh so memorable fedora. "Ya miss me?" One glowing orb winked as Jack slid in closer, placing a present into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s hands. "Cause I missed you." a chuckle, obviously at the slightly sarcastic creepiness that Jack slipped into that statement, would probably send chills down -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- spine... "I know it's not something big this time but..." Jack was relatively right next to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-, so close they could probably touch. "I thought I'd pay a bit of a visit. See if you are still looking forward to seeing me and all." a laugh was provoked from the mobster. "Or have I've gotten too creepy for your taste?" the laugh fell from Jack's face as those glowing red eyes seemed to bore into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s, just as memorizing as before. "So tell me... do you like my visits?" the voice had become almost breathless in anticipation, as if Jack had been waiting for the answer to this question for a while. But before -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- could even answer, Jack cut across "Nah, don't worry about that now. I really came to ask you what you want for your next gift. You've been... wonderful with responses. And I feel... generous. Now nothing that would murder my don twenty times over with the cost, but... give me an idea. Let me make ya happy." Jack smirked that devilish smirk again, reaching up and brushing one finger along -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s jaw. "Would be my pleasure to see ya happy, Noxious, so let me try?" those red orbs were probing again, and this time Jack really was waiting for an answer.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: We of the werewolf clan oppose the up-coming war.
After last year's war, we all should have learned that war brings nothing but bloodshed, one-night stands, and numerous wounds to continually lick.
Elves, vampires, zombies, werewolves, shapeshifters, witches, demons, angels, all the other mythical clans, and yes even you humans, both good and bad, can do better.

We /all/ can do better.
Choose peace, not war.


This message is brought to you by Werewolves For Peace.

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
Help spill the blood of those Foul Elf's My Sister,
A new Moon has Risen on are Vampiric Nation it's time to Fight Back!

From the Blue Bat...

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: We have been told there is a werewolf clan. They are not to be trusted. They will stab you in the back, and they look foward to betray your trust in the future. Take heed, and be diligent!

Join us. We are a group of people. who have no identity.
We want reform, and we want it to be brought from the source.
Please, help us bring change. Equality. Think over your decision while drinking this beverage enclosed. And we, will look forward to your arrival.

Do not look for us.

Or else disaster will be inevitable.
The anomalies must remain constant.

But, if you do need to find us please follow these directions.
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
"If you seek for Eldorado!"

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Who would be so slanderous as to accuse my werewolf clan of BETRAYAL?! I, the Werewolf Queen of Barton Town, am outraged. And the other Queens of the other neighboring towns and cities are equally outraged.

My clan, and my peace group--Werewolves for Peace--would never turn our fangs are those we are trying to protect from a petty war!

I will find who is slandering us. They will pay, /dearly/.
In the meantime, dear citizen, please do not be swayed by our slanderers. Will we not betray you. We just want peace.

Sincerely,
Queen of Werewolves; Barton Town Clan

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Noxious"

If -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- didn't recognize that voice by now, there would be one very angry mobster on her hands. Out of the shadows, as usual arrived the roaring twenties mobster, once more holding a gift.

A soft laugh "You didn't think I would forget about ya, did you?" Jack said softly a smirk appearing upon the mobster's face. "I'm just glad that the last gift suited you so well. You remember... the white rose?" the mobster pulled a red rose out of the red suit jacket that was always on the roaring twenties figure. Red orbs looked at it for a moment, before shifting back up to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- "It has been said the red rose is of lust and the white of pure untainted love..." a sad smile appeared on the mobster's face. "This rose, use to be white. Or so the stories go." Jack waved a red gloved hand about "Something about the rose lusting a Nightingale. Two people never meant to be, produced a rose never meant to be seen." Jack sighed "Eh... I'm not sure if I believe the story or not but that's why I gave it to you. Something so pure should not be with someone like myself. I guess it's a reminder to myself. I'm just... giving you gifts." Jack's voice had gotten faint, and lost some of it's smoothness. It had a bitter edge to it, as if it was being pained. "I have to stop picking favorites, hinders my line of work too much." a small shake of the head and Jack pocketed the rose again.

"Anyway, I got you a special present. It's not as much as I'd like to get, but... times are tough, sweetheart, I hope you understand." Jack pressed the gift into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s arms. "Originally I was going to get you a lusty... but everyone and their mother has that stupid item." a look of disgust passed over the mobster's face "And I do not want you dressing like a rally girl. You're too pretty for that s**t." Jack then stopped talking... as if the mobster has said too much. Another quick shake of the head and Jack just smiled smoothly, giving it a moment for the usual effect of entrancement to over come -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- again. Jack then leaned in and whispered in -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s ear. "You know what to do by now, don'tcha sweetheart?" a low chuckle resonated from the mobster before Jack's presence next to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- was suddenly gone.

In the shadows Jack came, and in the shadows Jack always left.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~
-October 2nd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Greetings and salutations from the Haloween Event Anon Thread!
-October 3rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Go toward the door.
Turn off the light.
Say one last prayer.
Then say goodnight.
Accept your fate.
Lay down your head.
Then count to three.
You`ll find your gift within a tree~

Hopefully the event wont be going so poorly for you after this?
-October 18th, 2012

***Continued after the following post***

[-x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-]

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[-x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-]

~*~Halloween 2012~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: If walls could talk,
these would be screaming with you.



Glass lays scattered on the floor and you're curled up in the middle of it, blood trickling from your palms. I can see what's left of your heart in your eyes; the shadows molded to your floor-tipped face tell me I've crossed the line. And I'm sorry, baby, but my arms are feeling heavy from the swinging I've done tonight so you'll have to wipe your cheeks yourself.

If walls could talk,
they'd tell me to hold on to you.



Your wrists are bruised with my fingerprints and you're not even crying yet, your eyes are tree-bark dry. It's bad this time, I know it now; the shattered remains of your love are glinting in the moonlight and you're quickly letting go. Forgive me, darling, but I can't catch your falling tears if you won't let me keep you chained and besides, my hands are already full.

If walls could talk,
they'd demand I shut my mouth.



But my hat is still cocked to the side on my head and I'm clutching my knife like it's all that remains of my sanity. I've driven you over the edge; the twitching of your dimples keeps my anger burning and all I can do is scream at you for failing me. Tell me the truth, sweetheart. Pry your bitten, chapping lips apart and let the stories fall into my ears where they belong.

If walls could talk,
they'd tell me to apologize.



Because you wanted to play make-believe and I was supposed to be your savior, but baby girl, I'm just not cut out for Peter Pan. I've got pirate in my blood and I'm holding my knife like it's a hook and I hate to hurt your feelings, but you're just another Wendy to me now. And I'm sorry, but you promised me a story and I haven't heard it yet. I've only heard you scream.

If walls could talk,
these would be crying tragedy.

--Lord Hellyer
-October 18th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Nymphs

I'd like compare You to a rose,
So beautiful and frail,
We even go through toughest woes,
In hopes that we prevail.

Your minds are full of mystery,
Your smiles can melt the ice,
You're fabled throughout history,
For you we'll pay pay the price!

There are no beasts that can subdue
The feelings we'll express.
We'll sing the songs and tales for You,
In hopes to reach success.

We know, we can be rough sometimes,
At times we can be brave.
For You we'll pay for any crimes,
Your love is all we crave.
-October 18th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Nymphs

I'd like compare You to a rose,
So beautiful and frail,
We even go through toughest woes,
In hopes that we prevail.

Your minds are full of mystery,
Your smiles can melt the ice,
You're fabled throughout history,
For you we'll pay pay the price!

There are no beasts that can subdue
The feelings we'll express.
We'll sing the songs and tales for You,
In hopes to reach success.

We know, we can be rough sometimes,
At times we can be brave.
For You we'll pay for any crimes,
Your love is all we crave.
October 19th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The sky was darkening,
down thestrret shewas walking,
by her head the was fluttering,
no fear it was just a bat on the wing.

~The Great Pumpkin
-October 23rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: What do you call a lycanthrope who is forever getting lost?
A where-wolf
-October 23rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: It was beauty
It was all of Nature's glory in one form
But then, suddenly,
I realized that it was all wrong
This was darkness, not light
And this form murdered innocents
This thing melded with the night.
Towards death this form hints
A vampire.
Could I trust something so wrong?
I tried to do my best
I had not loved for so very long
You know all of the rest
This form is not as they say
It is vulnerable and it is weak
For its undeath it will always pay
For redemption it's cursed to seek
A vampire.

That is why it protects me.
That is why it cares
It took long for me to see
Past the cloak she always wears
But the passion I found there
Is something you would not believe
To see its real self is rare
Because to humans it will always be
A vampire.

~The Vampire Prince.
-October 23rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: ''Ah, Halloween~'' You hear a blissful sigh behind you, and you look around to see a blue beast, his arms full of pillowcases overflowing with candy. ''The one night of the year where instead of people running away from me, they reward me with candy!'' He then finally notices you and gives you a smile. ''Oh, hey there! It seems I've gone a little overboard with the trick-or-treating... Would you mind taking some of this off my hands?'' He then hands you some candy before walking off with his haul of sweets, and you notice a little tag clipped onto the candy that reads:

What a night to be a monster!
~Mr. Monster Guy
-November 1st, 2012

~*~Yule 2012~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: As the soft white snow trickles down from the sky, you see a small red ribbon poking out beneath the frost. A small tag reads "Open me on Christmas!" You feel an odd sensation that it might spoil by then...
-December 6th, 2012

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From: Princess-Orphelia
Message: Happy early Christmas. heart
-December 10th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: *A large snowball with a wrapped gift box enclosed inside it hits your head from out of the blue* Surprise! You've been anonymously gifted from Elving 2012, by Sugar Plum!
-December 15th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hello~ As an animal lover you are, i sure hope this little one will be loved forever... take care of this one ! = D Happy holidays!!! WHOOOO!!!!!!
Best of luck on your pets! ~ = D

- Maiden
-December 15th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: HoHoHo! Happy Elving!
-Sandy Claws-
-December 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Merry Modmas!
-December 16th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
-December 21st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Enjoy whichever holiday you celebrate!
~Crazy People in a Castle
-December 21st, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: You have a heart of gold
It's only natural to wear it proudly
-December 22nd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Through the snow outside
And my blackness inside
I can still see you...
I'm here with you...
Watching you
Wanting you
Being there every moment of this holiday
Every day...
I'm watching you...
And soon...
I'll be with you...
Don't try to fight me when this time comes
For a while now you've been my only one.

And you always will be.
See you soon, Merry Christmas

~ The Mysterious Martyr
-December 22nd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I watched with wonder as the old woman weaved a blue daisy in the center of the bouquet. Its pale pallor stood out amongst the brighter hue of its comrades and my despair began to crack at the sight. The woman leveled her gaze with mine and smile softly.

"There, dearie. All done," she stated gently. My mouth opened and closed without a sound--I could make none--and she nodded knowingly.

"For your love," she answered my unspoken question. "And for yourself, take hope dearie, and don't ye heart be pulled down." My mouth pulled into what surely was a watery smile and I pulled the bills from my pocket, dropped them in her hand and leant over press my lips to her cheek.

"Thank you," I murmured. "Thank you."
-December 23rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "A canary told me you're here, sweetheart." if Jack's voice had to be described to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-, one would think she'd be bored by the millions of ways "genderless and smooth" could be said in a sentence together. If -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- couldn't pick Jack's voice out of a crowd, there would be one very disappointed mobster would be on her hands. And like always, that self same mobster stepped from familiar shadows into the light of the threads x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- haunted. "It's been too long, I hope you're well." but Jack paused a moment, instead of normally shoving a gift into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s arms. The figure strait from the roaring twenties instead rubbed a gloved handed along raven hued locks, effectively pushing the fedora lower over bright red eyes. "Huh. I was actually a bit worried I wouldn't find you again. Or perhaps that you would have forgotten me. But who cares? I found ya and... well." Jack paused again, the unease creeping back into the figure's stance. "Do... do you remember the last thing ya said to me, sweetheart? 'You could surprise me with an octopus on my head, or nothing at all, and I would still be delighted to see you.' Yeah, I have a pretty damn good memory for sure." and Jack placed the gift into - x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s arms, smirking a bit. "So... here's your surprise" a chuckle, a wink of the visible red orb, a tip of the black fedora and Jack was edging back towards the shadows again. "Please don't tell me I have to remind you to respond to me. You're oh so good at that..." Jack was fading back into the shadows, a single red orb visible. "I guess that's why ya my favorite, sweetheart." and the figure was gone, back into the shadows of which... well we don't exactly know what gender Jack is do we?

~~Jack... of All Trades~~
- December 23rd, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Happy Holidays~

~ A.S
-December 25th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Oh dear, another person trapped in a snow globe.
This is turning into quite the epidemic.
But I don't want to be trapped in a snow globe.
It seems like a very small cold place.
I do hope you're fairing well.

~Qwirkz
-December 25th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: *breathes heavily in a creepy fashion* You can hear the snot rattling around in my nose.
-December 25th, 2012

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Left over gift from Santa shop.
Please do enjoy !

-Elf Johnny Cupcake
-January 1st, 2013

~*~Winter 2013~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: You've been gifted from GGoA
-Ninja Gifter
-January 21st, 2013

~*~Gaia's 10th Anniversary~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: You're cuddled up in bed reading a book. The hour is late, and sleep begins to settle over you. You place a bookmark on the page you are at and decide to watch a little TV before you go to sleep.

"Hello I am Steven Colbert and this, is the Colbert Report!" You hear the chanting and applaud of many happy viewers as Steven smiles and waves at everyone. "Alright tonight I'll be talking to Morgan Freeman, about his new-" just then the picture cuts out, and is replaced by nothing more than static.

"Stupid Cable Company..." you say to yourself. You decide to turn the TV off now, and rest your head into your pillow for a good night sleep.

Your eyes open sluggishly, as your sleep is later interrupted by a noise ringing throughout your room. You look around sleepishly and find that your TV is on, static echoing in your room.

"I thought I turned that off..." you say to yourself. You reach for the remote and turn the TV off again. As you go to rest your head on your pillow, you hear a loud smash echo from the hallway. "What was that?" you ask yourself, feeling a little alarmed. You quietly get out of bed, and head for your door. You tip-toe into the hallway, trying to find the source of the noise. "It sounded like it came from the kitchen..." you say to yourself, as you turn the corner in the hallway and walk carefully into the kitchen. You notice a shattered dish on the ground, and you feel a bit of fear well up inside you. Your eyes quickly begin scanning the room, trying to spot something out of place in the dark, when suddenly something leaps out of the shadows. You let out a surprised scream and jump back, as a mouse scurries out of the kitchen. "Rotten vermin!" you shout angrily at the mouse.

You decide to go get a trap from the basement before heading back to bed. As you walk to the door you mutter to yourself "Rotten pest! I can't wait to get rid of you". Just then, you hear a faint whisper in your ear "I was going to say the same about you..." You quickly turn around, your heart skipping a beat, but see nothing but the dark hallway behind you. You shake your head, and leave it to your imagination; after all, you had just been scared half to death by a mouse.

You make your way down the stairs carefully and go to the corner where you keep the boxes. You find one labeled "Pest Control" and pull it off the shelf and look inside.
"What...what is this?" you ask yourself, as you find nothing more than a large rope in the box. "This isn't going to help me catch a mouse!" you say to yourself as you put the box back on the shelf. As you turn to leave, you hear the voice whisper into your ear again, sounding more threatening this time, "That rope is perfect for removing large pests..."

You look around frantically, and shout into the dark "WHO IS THERE!?!" but you hear no reply. You begin to shake a little from fear, but decide that all you need is to go back to sleep. You quickly make your way back up the stairs, and lock the basement door behind yourself. You begin walking down the hallway, your shadow stretching along the ground, when suddenly you begin to feel dizzy. You lean against the wall for support when you hear the whisper, once again in your ears.

"You won't escape me pest!" You look around, terrified and furious now.

"SHOW YOURSELF!" you shout.

Suddenly, your shadow begins stretching further and further along the floor, reaching up the wall and to the ceiling. At first, you believe this to be nothing more than a trick of the light, but you soon realize you are wrong. Your shadow begins manifesting itself into a physical form.

Your shadow turns to face you and smiles as it speaks, "Hello...pest". Your immediate instinct is to run, but your legs, they refuse to move. Your shadow now slowly walks over to you, an arm outstretched as it reaches for you. You want to push it away, but you cannot gather the strength to lift your arms. Your shadow has you paralyzed on the spot, unable to do any more than watch. As your shadow approaches you, it begins to gently stroke your cheek with its hand and whispers to you once more, "Shh...Do not be afraid darling...I promise this won't hurt".

You feel your body grow colder and colder, and watch in horror as your shadow begins taking on a form fit for a monster.

Eyes glowing yellow, teeth sharp as knives and black tendrils sprouting from its back! It begins to snarl and growl, as a grotesque nightmarish smile spreads across its face. Your body begins feeling numb, and look in horror as the tendrils begin to wrap slowly around you.

Try as you might to fight back, your body refuses to do anything. You are helpless as you feel yourself being wrapped up by pure darkness. You look into the eyes of the monster before you, and try to scream, but now, even your voice fails you. As you feel yourself being pulled closer and closer towards your beast shadow, your eyes grow heavy. As they close, you can hear your heart beat rapidly. "Is this it?" You wonder. "I can't move...I'm going to die...this is how it is all going to end..."

As you feel yourself drift away, you shoot your eyes open and leap from your bed, screaming at the top of your lungs, tears streaming down your face. You look around your room, terrified. You try to find the monster, but soon realize it is not there. You look out your window and see the early hours of morning. More confused than scared now, you go to sit on your bed, trying to figure out what had happened. You turn on the TV, and are greeted by morning cartoons. "A dream...no...A nightmare" you tell yourself, as you bury your face in your hands, trying to hold back another wave of tears.

After sitting in bed for what feels like hours, you decide it would be best to move on, and start your daily routine. You go to the kitchen to make yourself a cup of coffee. As you turn the corner in the hallway, you feel your heart stop, and quickly cast your gaze to the floor. Your eyes survey every inch of the kitchen, and you let out a sigh of relief when you realize that the broken dish from the night before is gone. "It was just a nightmare..." You tell yourself as you get water for the coffee maker. As you go to the cupboard to get a bag of coffee beans, you realize there is a small blue box, with a red ribbon, sitting in the hallway. "A present?" You ask yourself. "Where did this come from? How did it get here?" You question, as you carefully approach the box. You notice a small card on the box, and read it slowly...

"If we allow the shadows within ourselves to manifest, we will be consumed by darkness. However, as long as there is light, the shadows will run and hide.

Your watchful protector,
The Lightbringer Anon"
-February 16th, 2013

~*~Late Spring/Early Summer 2013~*~

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"From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Ya know what? This was the last place I expected to find ya." that accent wasn't common to most tongues now-a-days. True, perhaps something along the lines of a Brooklyn accent would fit a description of the smooth voice that spoke now. But it to -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-, it was a voice she could probably remember... and hopefully never forget.

"So I'm a bit early." a familiar smirk, infamous glowing red eyes, who could forget the mobster known by the name of Jack? "Event starts... eh...? I don't even know, soon I guess." a shrug. "But I saw ya as my creator and me were browsing through... what the hell ya call them? Those threads with the fishes? Eh, anywho, I saw your name... and who could forget ya?" a wink from Jack as a present was pushed into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s hands. "Be around for the event, will ya? I'll promise to come visit if you do." and with a tip of that symbolic fedora, Jack returned to the shadows of which the roaring twenties mobster always came.

~~Jack... of all Trades~~ "
-May 30th, 2013

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"From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "I intrigue you? Hmmm... but I don't think we've known each other for quite that long, sweetheart." a chuckle. "If you're tired, you should sleep. I'll be around during the event, I'll chat with ya more then."

~~Jack... of all Trades~~"
-May 30th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: A young girl appears from behind a shady corner suddenly, but like she's always been there. She fails to miss a beat as she walks up to you, tugging on your clothes, but gently so as not to stretch the fabric. She smiles, a tooth missing from her front teeth- but that doesn't stop her from beaming up excitedly. Then, like she remembered what she ought to do, and like she took it very importantly, she took a step back. She put a small box in front of her, holding it delicately with both hands, and she bit her lip in anticipation. Her mouth opened, and in a gentle sing song tune, clearly memorized, she spoke out,



"the night is dark and the moon is out-/
such is the hour when Nyx runs about/

the lady in black who is always kind,/
and puts many others in her mind/

to the lady who cares for and befriends all,/
please accept this gift, though though it is small"




The child takes a deep breath, then bursts into a fit of giggles, proud at remembering. Without another word she runs up, hugging you tight and pushing the gift into the nearest pocket in your clothing. Then, her shoes clacking on the hard cobbles, she turns away and looks back over her shoulder, blows a quick, overly excited kiss, runs around a corner, and is gone again without a word~~"
-June 1st, 2013

~*~Summer 2013!~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: *A young girl skips down the road*

All the fluffs are so cute!

*In her excitement she drops a brightly colored box*

~Random Passerby
-June 20th, 2013

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From: The Little Shy Girl
Message:
One day as you were walking to find a fluff, you heard crying. You ran to where the noise was, only to see the a little girl crying. The reason why is because she was lost. Her parents left her, because they no longer wanted her. She turned towards you and gasped. You could see the sadness in her eyes. She ran to you and wrapped her arms around you."P-Please h-help me..I'm scared..."She muttered, sobbing into your chest. Before you could reply, she was gone. She ran to keep looking for her parents. Though a box was under your feet. The note said,
'P-Please help me..
Signed,
The Little Shy Girl Anon
-June 20th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

The waves swept over you in a cool cascade as you floated just beyond the beach in the waist level depths of the salty sea. You were soaked from head to toe; salt and sand decorating your face, while you laughed when one of your friends took a particularly dramatic, yet harmless fall from their surfboard. The blue sea rippled behind you, enlarging as another wave slowly built up.

Whoops. The ever constant tide had pushed you farther towards the beach than you had intended. The wave built and built, until you could see it on the verge of collapsing as it loomed over you. Quick as can be, you took a deep breath of air and dove into the wave. Small particles of sand and salt zoomed passed your face in the murky depths of the wave. You felt the moment of the wave pulling you backwards towards the beach just as effectively as a piece of metal being attracted to a magnet. Within a few seconds, the wave had crashed down and moved passed you. Surging upward, the blinding light of the yellow sun and the sweet taste of air greeted you as you broke passed the surface of the water.

It was a lovely day at the beach. It was difficult to tell how long you had been out in the ocean, playing with your friends amongst the waves. You laughed and chatted with them, even with strangers whom felt comfortable with you through the mutual joy of being at the beach.

Though, eventually the lure of fresh water on your parched throat turned your eyes from your friends and back to the beach. Using the waves to propel you, you swam along them and towards the golden shore. It was difficult getting out, the ocean kept pulling you back towards it, but you somehow managed. Finally on the beach, you wobbled slightly as you readjusted to the absence of water. Gazing around, you searched for where you and your friends had made camp along the beach. The tide must have pushed you down the beach; in the distance, you spied the large purple umbrella that belonged to one of your friends.

The distance was far and already you could feel the heat of the sun on your shoulders. The cool water was tantalizing as it swept over your feet. On impulse and to keep cool, you moved back into the ocean until the waves nestled around your knees. Once back in the coolness of the water, you turned your eyes back to the purple target in the distance and began to parallel the beach as you moved towards it. It was your sudden movement that caused what happened next.

"Watch out!"

The sudden shout made you turn towards the ocean. A girl on a surfboard stared at you with horrified eyes as the wave pushed her with great velocity at you. You tried to stumble out of the way, but the water weighted your feet. She crouched, grabbing the side of the board, and lifted it to force her board to turn at a severe angle. It was enough for her to avoid you, but the movement had been too sudden and the turn to sharp; you watched as the surfboard flipped over and the girl disappeared under the remnants of the wave.

"Are you all right??" You fumbled over to her as her head reappeared out of the water.

To your surprise, the girl was laughing. "I'm fine. That was a close one. I almost took you out. Sorry." She ran her hand through her hair with another sheepish laugh as she stumbled to her feet, nimbly fetching her board from the water.

"It was partly my fault. I wasn't really paying attention to the ocean. My bad."

"Were you heading back in?"

You nodded, "Yeah. The ocean pushed me away from our camp and its too hot to walk along the beach."

She mirrored your nod, understanding completely. "You should probably get some more sun block on when you get there. You're getting a little red on the shoulders." The girl motioned to the top of your shoulders.

You groaned as your turned your head to look at them, "Ugh, I hope it isn't too bad."

The girl grinned, "Sun block and drinking a ton of water. That's what the beach is really about. Keep those two in mind and you'll be just fine." She gave you a small thumbs up before turning to begin her trek back into the ocean. She paused for a moment, looking back at you. "Oh, and enjoy the rest of your day! I promise if I see you I won't try taking you out with my surfboard." With another small laugh, the girl waved farewell and swam away.

You couldn't help but grin at her words. Sun block and water, huh. Sounded about right. Chuckling, you walked towards your camp on the beach once more. However, this time you were more mindful of the surfboards and boogey boards flying across the waves.

--- Phantom Anon
-June 20th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "The fluffs must be stopped!" ...That's what you hear as you see a blue blur run up to you and snatch up your fluff, the monster looking ready to tear up your little cutie. You scream in horror as you come to the rescue, taking back your fluff from his claws and yelling at the oversized hedgehog, who shrinks back nervously.

"Y-you'll see, these Animated can't be trusted!" He huffs adamantly before running off, leaving a box and a note:

-Mister Monster Guy (Don't let your guard down!)
-June 20th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I am Cow. Hear me moo. MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!
In the language of the cows, moo means, "I love you."...It can also mean, "Something fell on my head, which means that THE SKY IS FALLING!!!!!!!! WE'RE ALL DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

-Cow of a Thousand Moos
-June 23rd, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Chapter 2 Part 2

It wasn&��t long before I told her everything that happened. The experiment. The running. But she accepted it all. This girl is quite strange. Yet I found myself becoming used to her presence. She talked a lot. I found out that she was a senior in college and was studying to be a biologist. Her name was Scarlet. I spent several days at her house. We learned about each other and I dare say, became friends. She was a very silly girl yet I found her intriguing. She said I should be a super hero. That I shouldn&��t let my new found power go to waste. That I shouldn&��t get rid of them. The silly girl even gave me a name. Lone Wolf. I guess it is rather fitting. I was enjoying our time together, but the longer I stayed the closer I would put our lives at risk. Just the other day I saw the scouts looking for me. I had to leave her, my friend. I tried to sneak out during the night, I couldn&��t face saying goodbye. But she caught me. I saw the hurt on her face and felt ashamed. I didn&��t want to do this but I had to. I had to leave. She smiled at me. It was a sad, kind smile. She handed me a book and said, &��Go. I understand. I just hope you visit me again someday.&�� I hugged her and gave my thanks. Though as I left her house I heard a faint noise. Curse these ears. She cried, so I ran. I ran till I couldn&��t run anymore. I cursed myself and I cursed the world for letting this happen. My first and only friend and I made her cry. I sat silently under a tree and looked at the book she gave me. There was no title but inside was a note reading, &��I hope this helps you on your journey.&��
I&��m alone but I&��m not lonely. Someday I will have to go. I can never stay long, but every friend I make, I carry in my heart. Always.

LoneWolf Anon
Look for Chapter 3 tomorrow.
-June 24th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Shirt tucked in.
Boots tied tight!
My undies are fresh!
They don't bunch or ride!

~The Horrible Poet
-June 29th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Shake those hips, and put that a** to work.

=Sky Diamond
-June 29th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: A single grain of sand can tip the scale.
in other words,
it only takes one small motion
just short of being nothing
to send me out of balance
and tumbling into my pile
of tiny despairs.

Today I tossed a letter I never meant to send
and missed the trash can. I crumpled
up onto the ground and lamented
about how nobody loves me,
not even myself,
and no one ever will.

Yesterday there wasn't any apple juice in the fridge.
That's okay. I didn't need to eat anyway.
After all I was planning on dying, eventually.
This was just another sign that it would happen
sooner than later.

Sunday the pair of jeans I wanted wasn't in my size.
That's what I get for not being a 42-tall.
The world doesn't want short me.
I don't want short me.
Short me isn't getting laid.
Sort me isn't getting paid, either.

But this all started Saturday,
when the phone never rang.
I piled a bucket sand onto my plate
and said &��dig in&��, because it's technically just as substantial
as rice would have been anyway.
A spoonful for the girl who never loved me.
A spoonful for the one who left me.
Two big mouthfuls for the parents who'd forsaken me.
A shovel for the god who didn't save me.

Tomorrow, when I wake up,
I'm sure I'll fall off of the bed and that will be the last grain.
I'll lay there and never get up. Not ever.
Because if waking up can go wrong,
I'll never want to risk it again.

-& Guildenstern
-July 2nd, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Fire, fire, burning higher, making music like a choir
July 4th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Ya know this place is a shambled mess sometimes." that smooth and genderless voice was back. "Too many new kids thinking they own the goddamn place and I can't even find ya in this hell hole." Out from the shadows stepped a slightly annoyed looking Jack. "I promised ya I'd find ya at the goddamn event and I didn't keep that promise until now." Jack sighed slightly allowing the annoyed look to leave before replacing it with a humored smirk. "So I'm here now, and I gottcha a present." a present was pushed into -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x-'s hands "And ya wish list is ******** color coded. Ya ******** color coded ya wishlist." Jack gave her a incredulous sort of look. "Ya were really that bored?" a shake of the head and the mobster backed off. "Ah fogetaboutit, I'm just happy to see ya pretty little face in here, that's all." a wink of one of those glowing red eyes. "So I'm glad I finally made it out of the shadows of this god damn thread to find ya. I hope ya enjoy ya gift, and I'll keep in touch sweetheart." a tip of the fedora and Jack edged back into the shadows of the thread.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~
-July 4th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "Ya celebrating a holdiay ya don't even celebrate?" It was as if Jack was suddenly behind -x-Noxious-x-Nyx-x- staring at her with a quizzical look. "Alright, if ya want to." a chuckle. "I know you'd be happy with just me, but come on sweetheart, ain't I allowed to spend money on you?" the smirk on Jack's face was relatively attractive. "I'm supposed to be an... what the hell they call them? An anon right? That's what ya call us? Yeah. " Jack shrugged. "So I do have to give ya something ever once and a while." a pause. "But, I'm glad to hear that you enjoy my company." a wink.

And this time Jack didn't immediately sink back into the shadows.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~
-July 4th, 2013

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The hug caught the mobster by surprise. Jack froze under the sudden contact but smoothly played off the notion with a chuckle. "That happy to see me, eh?" a wink. "Well let's make it a trifecta huh?" the mobster pushes a present towards Nyx again. "Ya like me that much you kept that thing? Aww... sweetheart." Jack actually looked rather pleased with that statement. "I know a few anons who can knock ya socks off with words, but I doubt too many of them sit and talk with ya, eh?" A frown did happen to pull up on the mobster's face though. "Comfortable? With me?" a raised eyebrow. "Eh, not with my profession." a shake of the head. "Well, it's nice seeing ya again, sweetheart. But I really shouldn't linger." a red gloved hand reached out and took Nyx's. Jack pressed a kiss to the top of her hand. "I'll see ya again, sweetheart, real soon. Keep in touch." a wink and Jack slipped back into the shadows again.

~~Jack... of All Trades~~
-July 4th, 2013

~*~Shark Week~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
You do your best to remain afloat in the water. The shoreline is just ahead, but your strength has begun to fail you. You suffered a near fatal shark bite to the abdomen, and have lost more blood than you think a person could afford to. You do your best to keep feebly stroking forward, desperately giving it your all to reach the shore, but alas...you feel the last of your strength fade away, and begin to limply float at the water's surface; Unable to move on.

You look around yourself, and though your vision may be blurred there is no mistaking the distinct shapes of fins circling around you. Your blood loss not only drained you of your life, but it acted as shark bait, grabbing the attention of every shark in miles of where you were initially bitten. You feel like all is lost...that this is the end for you. You get ready to accept your fate...when suddenly a bright light shines brilliantly over the water. You think to yourself "This is the end...it must be the infamous 'Light at the end of the tunnel' you always hear about". You close your eyes, getting ready to feel yourself go, when you hear the sound of loud fervent splashing. Your eyes slowly open, as you make an attempt to see what's going on. You can barely make out the figure of a hooded man, enveloped in the light, fighting off the sharks that once surrounded you. You do your best to call out to him, but cannot find the strength to do so. You have no choice but to watch a stranger risk life and limb for you.

You watch in complete agony, both from the pain of your shark-induced lacerations and the worry for this stranger in the hood. You desperately try to find the energy to help, but all efforts fail. "Don't waste your energy!" the hooded man shouts to you as he delivers a powerful kick to one sharks jaw. "Just try to hold on! I'll get you out of here!" Finally, with a forceful punch, the last shark is warded away by the mystery man, and you are, for the most part, safe in the water.

The man in the hood slowly looms closer to you. You are relieved to see that, even through your blurred vision, he has all of limbs. You try to thank him, but all you can muster is a pained squeak. The man begins to gently lift you up out of the water, and props you up against himself. For some reason, you cannot see any boat or raft beneath the man. All your eyes perceive is a man in a hood, holding you up, as he levitates a few feet above the water. You try to focus your gaze, expecting to see some kind of clear bottom raft, but are both astonished and confused when you see some kind of levitating platform made of what you can only describe as light holding him up.

"Don't worry" the man whispers to you. "You'll make it, I promise". You see the shore gradually draw closer and closer...but your vision begins to grow darker and darker...you try to reach out for the land one last time just before you go limp and your vision fades to nothing but darkness...

"Wakey wakey!" you hear a voice echo in your ears as you slowly regain consciousness. "Come on! You're fine now. Wake up already, Sleeping Beauty!"

You open your eyes and see a doctor, standing above you with a smile.

"Good! So you are alive! I get to add this to the score board!" the strange man declares in triumph.

You look around, dazed and confused. The last thing you remembered was a man in a hood saving you from sharks, then nothing else.

"I'm sure you're wondering what's going on" the doctor says to you in a jovial tone. "Well you see, you were badly injured, I'm talking shark bites out the wazoo! Oh you should have seen it, such a bloody mess, I had to use all my Oxy clean to get it off the floors and--" the Doctor stops himself and stares at you, before clearing his throat and resuming. "Ahem...anyways, I went ahead and patched you all up. I also gave you some vitamins to help restore your energy and some supplements to replenish your body's blood. You'll be just fine now, don't you worry! Also I promise that I didn't, in any way shape or form, conduct experiments on you while you slept!" You can't help but eye the doctor with suspicion, but he simply laughs and hands you a box.

"Oh, I almost forgot! The man who brought you here left this behind. Said something about hoping it would ease the trauma a little or something...? Whatever, I don't care! I have experiments to run, thank you very much! Feel free to see yourself out when you feel ready to leave" and with that, the bizarre doctor leaves you alone in the room, with a mysterious blue box.

You look at the box in your hands, and let out a sigh. You're sick of being confused, but decide that it would be best not to question things anymore. You find a card on the box and begin to read it to yourself.

"Whether it is the shadows or other forms of danger, know that you have a watchful protector keeping an eye on you, making sure you're safe. May you rest easy tonight."

Your guardian,

The Lightbringer Anon
-August 10th, 2013

~*~Autumn 2013~*~

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
Based On a Firsthand Account of a True Event


Bending down, you picked up the journal in the center of the path. It was bound in thick brown leather, crinkled and warped from the passage of time. Impressed into the middle of the cover was a tree, bare of leaves, and relatively simple in design. You frowned and looked around the grassy park for its owner. Not a soul was around; An odd thing for this time of day. Staring back down at the journal, you untied the leather strings that kept it shut. Perhaps the owner had written their name down. Inside, the pages had grown yellow from time. Elegant calligraphy in black ink was scribed across the pages by a well-practiced hand. No name graced the front few pages. You flipped through them, searching for any type of identifier as to the owner. Slowing your pace, a few sentences drew your attention.

I didn't feel safe. The feeling of being watched was stifling. I needed to get out of that room.

You tilted your head as you read, growing a little curious. Glancing about for anyone who might be nearby, you flipped back through the pages, searching for the beginning of whatever was happening in the journal.


October 14th:
This place is simply amazing! When I arrived by train at Dobbs Ferry, the small town had immediately entranced me. Dobbs Ferry is literally right next to the Hudson River. It seems to be a very quaint and very Italian type town. Definitely a vast difference to my city. The car ride to Beacon hill hadn't been that long either. Though it was weird to see the sudden appearance of trees on the outskirts of town that soon grew into a forest. By the time I reached the Iannacci mansion, the entire area was thick with trees. It's very pretty nice here; a lot of privacy too. Oh! I almost forgot about the mansion itself! Where do I even start on that? Well, it's an old Victorian home and is about three stories high. Carl (the son of the late owner of the house) told me earlier that there are nine bedrooms altogether. There is even a swimming pool outside. Carl is the one I will be doing a portrait of during my three-month stay here. He's okay. Just very vain, but then again, anyone who wants a self-portrait is going to be. I think I might be doing a second, smaller portrait of Dots (Dorothy, but everyone calls her Dots) and her granddaughter. She is Carl's stepmother and is the official owner of the mansion. She seems to be a very sweet and nice old woman. Aunt Linda said I would get along with her, and so far, I believe it.

Turning the page, you skimmed passed a few entries until another caught your eye.

November 6th:
I woke up early this morning; the sun was just barely cresting over the horizon. I had heard from Dots and one of Carl's friends about a small park with a pond and swans a little ways down the street. I'm noticing a trend about Carl this first month. He absolutely hates being alone in the mansion with Dots, and so he constantly is inviting friends over to stay. Those two don't get along well; I sometimes hear them arguing. Carl is mad that Dots inherited the mansion after his father passed. I feel bad for listening it, but I can't help but be in the next room over trying to work.

Anyways, I heard about this park and so I decided to go visit it this morning. It was quite a sight and not at all what I had been expecting. The park was small and had been abandoned for a long time now. I could tell since the wilderness of the forest had taken over the entire area. It was very quiet too; the birds were not out yet. The silence was a little eerie. The pond itself was covered in a layer of fog that was hovering just a few inches above the surface. The fog remained only on the pond and nowhere else in the park. It was odd. Next to the pond was this old gazebo with chipped paint and warped wooden boards. Vines had grown over it and dead weeds shot up through the holes in the wood. In the quiet of the morning with the fog-covered pond nearby, the entire scene was creepy. Like something you would see in a horror film. It was creepy, but oddly beautiful. That's the only way I can think to describe it. I might go back later in the day, or maybe tomorrow afternoon. I really do want to see those swans.

You stretched your neck and leaned back against the bench you had sat down on while reading. You felt a little guilty for reading someone else's journal without their permission. Trying to justify yourself, you mentally explained that you were just looking for clues as to who the owner was, so that you may return the journal to them. You gazed back down at the journal. Skimming countless entries once more, you neared to the place that had first gained your attention. The journal owner was on the last few days of their trip. They were just doing the last touches of the portrait of Dots and her granddaughter now. You frowned slightly as you looked down at the writing that made up the entry It was distinctly less neat than the previous sections. The letters seemed a little more cramped, the lines not as smooth as if made by a shaky hand.

December 16th, Morning:
I didn't get any sleep last night. I was too freaked out. I had been working into the night on the portrait, as I have the last few nights. It was a little after midnight when it happened, I think. I'm not exactly sure, but I do know that everyone else was asleep. It was quiet for some reason, too. Usually I hear the crickets outside or the hooting of the owl that likes to perch nearby, but last night they weren't there. It was just me, the portrait, and the four windows that make up the art room. I don't know what exactly happened. One moment I was fine, and then the next, the hairs on the back of my neck were raised. I literally froze, brush inches from the painting. It was unnerving; the feeling of being watched was so distinct. I just sat there, unmoving. I didn't want to look out the windows. At the darkness outside. Eventually, I had tried to start painting again in order to distract myself, but I just couldn't do it. I couldn't stop thinking about the forest outside. How easy it would be for someone to stand out there in the darkness and stare in through the window at me. I was so tensed that I couldn't even move. But I wanted to. I didn't feel safe. The feeling of being watched was stifling. I needed to get out of that room. Standing, I had walked into the hallway, not daring to look at the windows as I passed them. I walked quickly when I got into the safety of the hallway. I was trembling at that point, but not because it was cold. I went deep into the house to a room without windows. I wasn't just freaked out, I was honest to God scared. I turned the light on in the room and sat down into one of the chairs. It felt better, not being surrounded by windows; in a place where I knew no one outside could see me. I stayed in that room for a very long time, staring at the yellow comforting glow emitted by the lamp. Eventually, I finally was able to work up the nerve to go into my room and into my bed. I think Dots would forgive me for leaving the light on all night in the art room.


December 16th, Twilight:
I finally finished the portrait. I probably could have done a little bit more work on Dots' hands, but I started to get that feeling again. I left the room quickly.


December 17th:
I'm taking the train and heading to the airport today. I'm happy to finally be going home, but it was sad having to say good-bye to Dots and everyone else. Although, after these passed few nights, I have to admit I'm a little relieved to being going.


December 18th, Midday at My Home:
I just got a call from Aunt Linda a few moments ago. She told me Dots was dead. Someone had broken into the house and strangled her with the curtain strings. I don't know what to say... I just keep thinking about my last few nights there. About the feeling of being watched... I'm not going to be able to sleep tonight.


You shuddered and closed the journal, suddenly finding yourself not wanting to read anymore of it. You stood and began to walk, intending to go turn it in to the park's Lost and Found.

--- Phantom Anon
-September 13th (Friday, 2013

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~*~Halloween 2013~*~

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The moon rises on a different face then the one the sun touches
A growl escapes my throat
Soft and sweet in the daylight hours
Strong and deathly in the moonlight
A feeling of freedom even in a cage
Power flows and the mind goes primal
a thirst for blood takes over the senses

~ The Gifting Fairy
-October 20th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I could write you a poem, but I don't think words can express your beauty.
-October 20th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:


The air was cool and a thousand stars graced the black sky. The sly harvest moon loomed overhead, so bright that shadows were cast because of it. Laughter and the sounds of conversations drifted through the Halloween night. On the sidewalks, children in a different assortment of costumes rushed by you with bags or plastic pales of candy. Halloween night was in full bloom. You grinned as you watched a group of little kids run up to a house, ring the doorbell, and shout 'Trick or Treat!' in anticipation. They gave a small shriek when a man in a zombie costume answered the door with a bright orange bowl of candy in hand.

Turning the corner of the street, you continued your walk to your friend's house. They were hosting a festive, and surely grand, Halloween party. It was because of the lovely night that you had decided to just walk to your friend's nearby house. You felt yourself grin once more as your mind drifted in thought of the upcoming party.

"Happy Halloween." A voice called out to you, breaking you from your thoughts.

You blinked in surprise, looking around as you searched for who had spoken. The street was surprisingly empty of Trick or Treaters, and you grew puzzled as to who had spoken. Looking besides you, you looked at a quaint house that glowed with light from countless candles placed on the inside of the window seals. Jack o' lanterns grinned at you from the lawn, each made with a unique, yet slightly scary face that glowed orange from the candles within. Hanging from the branches of the yellow leafed tree were bats cut from purple paper. The entire visage was warm and welcoming.

A small laugh turned your gaze away from the decorations. In front of the house, sitting on the steps leading up to the door, was a girl. Her clothes were from ages long since passed and a silver mask covered the top half of her face, glinting in the warm glow emitting from the house

The girl held up an orange plastic bowl with black cats on it and spoke once more. "Care for a treat? I still have quite a few left." She laughed once more.

You shrugged, who could say no to free candy? Walking up the stone path, the girl stood up as you approached. She held out the large plastic bowl with a smile. Reaching towards it, you found, to your surprise, small presents instead of candy. Puzzled, you took one at random and gazed down at a crisp white card on top of the silk bow. Squinting, you could barely make out the words, "Have a lovely All Hallows' Eve" written out in elegant calligraphy. A cold breeze brushed against you, making you shiver. You looked up, a word of thanks halfway out of your mouth, and paused.

Where was she?

The girl had vanished. You spun searching for her, but only darkness greeted you. The candles, the jack o' lanterns, and even the countless paper bats were gone. The house was filled with shadows, the paint curling, and the wood door slightly warped from neglect. Weeds sprung up from the cracked stone path and the withering tree reached outwards towards the sky with crooked branches that were bare of any leaves. The entire area was void of life, and had been, for a very long time. You shivered and hurried down the path away from the house. It would have been easy to dismiss the entire thing by saying you had imagined it all; you could not, however, dismiss the very real present still clutched in your hand...

Happy Halloween!

--- Phantom Anon
October 20th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The griffin of the defender will restore the empire. The empress of the moon will wed the duke of lies. In the palace of the south, a empress of the night will rise. A time of plenty will follow. ((-JR))
-October 21st, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The corpse that walks,
its solemn line.
The vampire stalks,
finds blood to dine.
The werewolf howls
at the silver moon.
His human form
what's showing at noon.
The mummy's cries
of pain and loss.
His wraps that smell of must and moss.
The witch that flies,
upon her broom
casting curses
and spelling doom.
The black cat scurries,
hisses and claws
through the graveyard walks his paws.
-October 21st, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Incision after incision...
cut after cut....
Stitches need to be mended....
And so you will be bended....
Gushing red dripping down your side....
That's what you get for going behind my back while you lied....
Incision after incision....
cut after cut...
Your screams will drown.....
So smile and never show me that sad little frown....

You've been gifted by: +The GrimTailor Anon+
-October 22nd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: We see you.

yours truly, The Observer
-October 22nd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I see a beautiful face glowing into my darkness
Is that you, my sweet?
Your piercing eyes have pinned me with their fierceness
My, what a lovely treat.
I was in such despair before you came along
What luck that we should meet
Now you're striding towards me, I know with you I belong
Come now, have a seat.

Now let me whisper in your ear
All the things you want to hear.
Let me touch you gently
I promise there's nothing to fear.

Let me caress your gorgeous face
You move with such ease and grace.
If only I could tell you
How you make my heart race.

My dear, I am Simply Yours.
-October 23rd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: It is an escape you need, then this you shall get.
I hold your hand in mine against my chest.
Be calm, my dearest, do not fret.
I can give you a night that will be your best.

I lead you slowly, gracefully to my bed,
A gentle caress, a velvet kiss
My whispers send a million treasures to fill your head.
I draw you in closer, in order to bring you bliss.

My firm arms wrap around your waist,
Your eyes are locked onto my gaze.
Come now, love, there's no need to be chaste,
This is only the first phase.

(To be continued)
~Simply Yours
-October 23rd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:


&��~Y&��u g&��t n&�� chance, better start surrendering, s&�� let's dance, everyday I'm slendering~&��
-October 23rd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Keep up the hard work, you can do it! Fight, fight, fight

--Book Anon
-October 26th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Madame dressed in Orange and Purple,
You're truly dress and in ensemble.
This Halloween you're a sight to behold,
Even dear Jack was astonished, I was told.
---The Slate
-October 31st, 2013

~*~Thanksgiving 2013~*~

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: One night as you were walking home. You were alone and it was really late, no one was up.

All except one.

As you're walking along, you hear a car come up behind you. You don't look, assuming it's just going to pass by you and you keep walking. however, the car never does. Instead, it pulls in next to you and out come a man from the back and pulls you in. He covers your mouth so you won't scream. You struggle but it's no use. "Shh" he says "calm down, I'm not going to hurt you." he sounds sincere, so you stop and look at him. You can tell that if he was standing it would be tall. He had deep green eyes and blonde hair. He smiled kindly at you "Sorry for the scare Darling. I just needed to speak with you." About what?, you ask. "Nothing in particulat. i just need someone to talk to."

So, you two talk. he seemed to have a lot of issues and at times seemed depressed. You didn't like that, so made or joke or something to make him laugh. Soon enough though, you are yawning. You needed some sleep. "Oh dear, you must be terribly tired, and I've kept you up. Good thing we're at your house." Looking out the window, you are surprised that you are indeed in front of your house. Before you could say anything, he pulled you out of the car and up to your doorstep. "How'd you know where I live?" you ask. He grinned "That's a trade secret, i'll never tell. Thank you for talking to me, it really helped." Before you know it, he's pulled you into his embrace and he is kissing you softly. You blush as he pulls away. "I do hope we'll meet again someday soon" he says, turning and walking back to the car. Once he was in, the car sped off, disappearing down the road.

In your hands is a present he left. On a note on the top it said "Btw, you look simply ravishing tonight. Not that you need it, but I thought this would add to your beauty."
-December 2nd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hello there pal!
just a very small little something from your wishlist! I hope you enjoy and have a great holidays! Don't worry, there'll be more to come as it's such a small little gift!
-anon101
-December 2nd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hello there pal!
another small wishlist item, one more to come! I hope you like these little tokens!
-anon101
-December 2nd, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hello there pal!
well heres a final small item from your wishlist, hope you enjoy! I may drop a few bigger things in your inventory from time to time! happy holidays!
-anon101
-December 2nd, 2013

~*~Yule 2013~*~

Quote:

From: Little Black Cat Anon

Message:

Green glowing eyes peer through the blowing snow,
a jet black figure flies by you before you know.
You strain your eyes to see were it went,
But all that's left are little cat prints & a wrapped present.
You bend down and read a note left behind
It reads:
Peace on earth and good will to all man-kind,
May your Christmas be jolly and your stockings hung,
and may your holiday be filled with the joy of loved ones

Happy X-Mas from the Little Black Cat
December 18th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
It is the holidays & you are enjoying yourself with the gigantic snowball fight! Everyone is your foe as you lob the snow with haste & good aim. As if it was a beacon you see a large bright yellow star floating nearby. You stare at it for a few minutes before you realize it is a balloon with a present attached to it. You blink wondering if someone had tied the balloon & had forgotten about it. Until you see a tall young man with locks the color of chestnut & a wrench in his hand tromping in the snow. You throw a well-aimed snowball at his head. It makes it target & down he goes. You even knocked his goggles off his head. He does not move. Worriedly you make your way over to him as he slowly sits up. ''Who. . . th-threw that..?'' he asks looking up at you with ethereal teal eyes that seem to glow. You lie & say someone else did as you help him up, not wanting to make the young man angry. He then looks around frantically saying''My-My present! Wh-Where did it go?! I-I tied a ba-balloon to it so I-I would not l-lose it & it-it floated away!'' Now you feel really bad. You tell the young man that you saw it & would go get it. You race after the gift as it floats down the snow covered park & you successfully grab it. You come back & give him back his gift. He smiles thanking you. You hear a friend yell your name & you turn to see them. As you turn back to the young man to bade him farewell you see he is gone. Yet he left a gift sitting where the man was standing covered in a crystalline dust. Its tag reads, ''I may not be able to fix my own heart, but I will fix yours.''
~Arron the Lythcol Mechanic
-December 18th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: You limped down the empty street late at night, as the snow continued to cascade in thick flakes. With passing cars as rare as shooting stars, everything was peaceful; beautiful and sparkling as you trudged through a winter wonderland. Except for the icy wind that screamed in your face; The invisible claws that ripped through your body and chilled your bones, your soul, without leaving a trace. Except for the cold in your chest, that squeezed like a vice and needled your lungs, stealing your breath away. Except for those beautiful, fluffy flakes, stuffed with seasonal magic. They left a frozen glaze over tired eyes and coated you everywhere; making you a living snowman and slowing your progress. Except for the numbness creeping through your limbs; the cold death that left blackness in its wake and cloaked your body within a surreal leaden weight. Already it had claimed your leg, gobbling up the knee with greed. A finger, more toes, the edges of your ears, always inching farther, ever greedy

For this was an angry Wonderland,with a wrathful, unforgiving Winter. Everything was white. The ground had become a thick, frozen yogurt, frosty arms clinging and dragging you down in every direction as you kept a pained pace. Your car had broken down, you were homeless, lost, just an unlucky traveler. Whatever the circumstances, Mother Nature showed no mercy.

Another snowflake landed; the tiniest nano-dyne of added weight making the burden unbearable and you collapsed in a heap, almost grateful. It was almost over. The rest of your resolve faded as the snow embraced you, Frostbite eager to advance on your face and neck. Even as you dimly heard the crunch of snow tires, rattling of chains, hum of an engine as this car stopped. It no longer mattered. But as a stranger approached and lifted you, something stirred. Your mind catching glimpses through the haze: a lab coat, a flash of pink eyes, a bow tie, a van. Your last flash of warning before darkness settled in was inside the van: a bloody hack saw, and what looked like a blackened, severed foot. Just before the door slammed shut behind you and the lock clicked. The Plymouth continued on its way, the radio playing softly in the background.
~the Nightmare Doctor
-December 18th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I am not a camera.

If I was I would be able to capture that last moment with more efficiency, recall with perfectly clear imagery the smile the pulled up on his face when I talked, the way he looked back as he walked away, that little flicker of the wrist wave he always did as he was leaving. I would capture the love in his eyes as he spoke my name. I would remember the happiness in his stature. Remember each loving part of him.

I am not a tape recorder.

If I was I would record the way he said my name with perfect precision, hear his voice gently rise with the impossibly long four syllables of my name, tape that deep and warming chuckle of his. I would capture the &��I love yous&��, the &��I will never leave yous&��, the promises of love and a life better than what we had. I would make him tell me a monologue so I could relish in his accent, his voice, his words. Remember every sound and breath he took.

If I could have known that memory of him would have been my last I would have taken the time to try to remember all of these things. Take the time to hold him a little tighter, to kiss him a little longer, to say I love you one last time. But I was not given that chance. So I strain to the memories that I have half formed in the waterlog of years of depression and grief. But they are not strong, they are not stable. As much as I strain myself to remember the moments of him, our minds are never perfect. They dissolve with time, they play to fantasy bits instead of the truths. Am I sure I remember with perfect clarity the beautiful blue colour of his eyes? Or the right amount of the centremeters that his crooked smile pulled up on the left side of his face? These are the things I am so sure of, but in the end&�& I am not a device. I suppose all that is left is to cherish what does remain, how very little it may be, and fret less about perfection and what is no longer achievable.

And to remember that love is everlasting.

--A. Castle
Postscript: May this be this poor writer's way of saying that I am so very sorry for your loss.
-December 19th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
You suddenly find yourself in an open field. The grass is so smooth and light your mind recalls the feeling of soft silk.
You look above. The sky is endless with streams of blue and fluffy white. There is a fresh smell of rain in the air, yet the ground is not wet? The forest trees surround you and a single doe begins to beckon you forward. You follow the doe deep into the woods, she leads you to a small flower underneath a rather large oak tree. Hmm, what is this?
You look closely at the flower and nestled within it's petals... A Fairy!
She's timid... But Grants you a Gift!

Happy Holidays! -Blue Fairy~<3
-December 19th, 2013

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Once there was a man who lived in a village. He was very rich, the richest man in the whole village, but he was also very stingy and wouldn't share his money with anybody including his own wife. One day the man heard people talking about an ancient treasure atop a nearby mountain. "Where is it? How do I get it?" he asked eagerly. The men told him that atop the mountain there was a lake possessed by a very powerful spirit who would grant a wish to anyone who managed to find the place. The man quickly packed his things and headed up the mountain. After many days he finally reached the lake. The greatest spirit living there came to him and asked him what he desired, and the man said of course, "I desire more money than anyone else across the land". The spirit agreed to bestow upon him strands of shells that were used like currency, but he must leave at least one strand to honor the generosity and life of the spirits living at the lake. That night, the man took his shells and never left an offering. On his way back to his village, he was suddenly hit by a tornado. It swirled madly about him, ripping from his grip the strands and throwing them into its depths. He held on but quickly lost them all, and as the storm pried the last strand from his grip he suddenly felt his desire for wealth disappear along with it. A changed man, he returned to his village and shared his remaining money with everyone.

Happy holidays, and may yours be one of great stories.
- Goose
-December 19th, 2013

~*~Continued Below~*~

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~*~Valentine's/Gaiaversary 2014~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Gifter: Friendly neighborhood spiderman
Shooting somethign to your web
-February 15th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Happy V-Day...
--From D. Bode Well.
-February 15th, 2014

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I have been trying to figure out what to give you for awhile now. But I couldn't figure it out. So I decided to go with something different that hopefully you can work with and enjoy.
Happy valentines day
-February 15h, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: "How could you be out?"
But there's no v-day candy
No candy at all!

Part 2 of 5

~Pinky the streaker
-February 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The heat of the summer sun is something I could never forget.

There is not one thing I have blessed and cursed more in my existence than the sun. It is a blessing in the times when the weather turns cold and the snow covers the ground, but it is a damnable creature in the summer months when its omnipresent eye swelters over you, watching every movement you make.

Forget the times I have blessed it, I have cursed it more.

It was in the summer heat that I met you. You a wonderful young thing that made me feel like I was a teenager again. True, perhaps I was nothing more than in the young adult years of my twenties, but the daily grind of a nine to five job had sucked the youthfulness right out of me. Yet you, you and your somewhat childish manner, it had evoked me to be young once more.

Or was it simply because of the sun?

We did glorious things that summer. You took me on adventures in parks or lakes, places I never would have dreamed of going. You pulled me along on excursions that took me aback when you offered them, let me explore my sense of self to the fullest extent and learn to live life the way it was supposed to be lived: Carefree and honest with oneself.

And as the sun set and the lights dimmed we would lay under the stars, side by side, closely intertwined with each other, breathlessly counting the dots in the sky. I can still feel your hand in mine, the way your light voice would breathe out in surprise every time you drew something else in the sky, the way your eyes widened as I knew information you did not think I was the kind of person that would know.

I miss it.

I miss the way our bodies would intertwine on those warm summer nights, miss the sound of your breathing above the light chorus of crickets, the feel of your body with mine... I miss the way the sun would cause patterns across your body when it rose, the way your hair was a mess of tangles in the morning, the way you snuggled against me and whispered words of never wanting to let go.

But you did... you did let go.

It was as if the summer heat was the only thing that made you love me.

You told me you could not live in a lie anymore. That whatever happened, be it you or me, made it impossible for you to stay with me. Every little moment we had together was now never to be repeated. It was nothing to you.

But it was everything to me.

I seemed too magically to be able to let you go. I wanted one more moment, one more chance and I would do anything to keep you. But the sun was setting as you told me your goodbyes and by the time the final ray had descended in the horizon... it was over.

I do not remember how long I sat on that porch, watching the road for the return of your car. It might of minutes or hours.... I am not sure. I watched until the darkness of the night made it impossible to see... and I kept watching, kept hoping for headlights to come back this direction. For you to understand that there was a broken man on this porch and come running back to tell me you never meant a word... and it was the damnable lack of presence of the sun that drove you to do it.

But you never came.

And tonight I write this piece in hope that one day you will see it and come running back to my arms. To leave the arms of what you now have and come running back into the comfort of mine.

Summer comes soon, the heat might return you to me... it has been a long winter.

-- A. Castle
Postscript: I trust you of all people would not mind a longer tale. I suppose it is to make up for the lack of a shinier present.
-February 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Entry Three:

She made a pot of tea today, boiled the kettle of water and all. Her only mistake being that she forgot that I took my tea plain with nothing added and I was rather forced to drink a nigh syrup tasting beverage to not upset her. At least she managed to find the scones alright.

--A. Castle.
Postscript: The story was hardly about you, my dear. The love interest mentioned was male in this particular story, not that it is obvious. Seems my own personal background influences my writing.

You flatter me so. Women can be fickle creatures, I agree, but you are quite lovely.
-February 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:
You walk home passing by many lovers on dates & find that no one even noticed you today. Your Valentine even stood you up. Down trodden, you walk home only to see a young man with a set of goggles nestled in his chestnut colored hair sitting on a bench. He looks up with bright ethereal teal eyes that seem to glow & stands He walks over to you. He blushes shyly & hands you a gift. You look down to see the wrapped gift & are about to ask him why when he pulls into a warm embrace. When you look up you find that the young man is gone. Blinking, you look down at the gift to see that the gift & your body are covered in fine crystal dust. Looking at the gift, it's tag reading, ''I may not be able to fix my own heart, but I will fix yours.''
~Arron the Lythcol Mechanic
-February 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Hurry and lick it, it's dripping.
- That anon
-February 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I don't know what to say,
At the sight of you my breath was taken away.
-February 17th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Nature's first green is gold,
Her hardest hue to hold.
Her early leaf's a flower;
But only so an hour.
Then leaf subsides to leaf,
So Eden sank to grief,
So dawn goes down to day
Nothing gold can stay.


Saw this on your Wishlist
-February 17th, 2014

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Nature's first green is gold,
Her hardest hue to hold.
Her early leaf's a flower;
But only so an hour.
Then leaf subsides to leaf,
So Eden sank to grief,
So dawn goes down to day
Nothing gold can stay.
-February 17th, 2014

Quote:

From: Anonymous

You Received: Silver Hearthfire Pendant

Message: Hi. I saw this on your Wishlist. You can check it off now. wink
-February 17th, 2014

~*~Easter 2014~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The formally dressed rabbit man approaches you, takes your hand in his and bows. His blue eyes peek over his glasses. "Greetings, ma'am." The edges of his lips curl into a smile as he pulls a bouquet from behind his back and hands it to you. "A lovely bouquet for a lovely woman."

~The Dapper Rabbit
-April 16th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Turnip
-April 17th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: So I saw your avatar... My first thought was... Stunning. My second thought was.. "WHY CAN'T IT BE MINE!?" But now that I am done yelling, I present your gift. Enjoy!
-April 17th, 2014

~*~Spring Fling 2014~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I heard you're hungry soooo

From the naughty succubus
-May 25th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: Release the hounds Smithers!



From: The naughty succubus
-May 26th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I can't hide my feelings for you anymore.... I want to get you into bed and be.....well wild. smilies/icon_wink.gif

From: The naughty succubus
-May 27th, 2014

~*~Summer/August User-Run Ball 2014~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: I grabbed this from my Human Artifact Collection, it's not fancy, but I hope it works....or Rarity might have my flank.

-Lyra Heartstrings
-August 9th, 2014

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: The ball is in full swing tonight, the air full of music and laughter and all sorts of merriment! It's exciting, but also very tiring, so you take a moment to break away from the crowd and take a seat at one of the tables when the opportunity arises. Anything to soothe your aching feet, why formal shoes can't also be comfy is a mystery above all other mysteries.

As you sit there and people watch, there's a scream from somewhere in the ballroom, and suddenly something very small darts out of the room at an incredible speed. There a soft murmurs from the crowd before everything returns to normal, but your curiosity wouldn't be so easily quenched, so you stood up and went in the direction you saw the creature run, certain it was the cause of the momentary ruckus. What you don't expect though, is to hear lamenting singing as you begin your search:

"I..."

It begins very softly, and doesn't even sound like singing until...

"I hide my light, inside a cloak of night
Beneath the red scarf and a chapeau...
The pearl of my heart, locked within a shell
...Too afraid to let it go, to let it show

And all the headlines read, for all the world to see...
A Monster in Paris..."

You finally find the room where the singing is coming from, and slowly open up the door to get a glimpse of this supposed monster. His tuxedo is white and formal, with a white hat and mask shrouding his face, as if he were trying to hide his appearance as he he could, but his unusual blue fur and massive claws still stuck out, despite the efforts. He doesn't notice you peeking in a continues the song:

"I fall apart... I fall apart...
Apparently I did appear, under the light- Yes it was me

A Monster in Paris...

I hide my pain, inside a melody...
As if the notes I sing, will set me free
I keep all my dreams, under a lock and key...
I'm so afraid, they they will fly... away from me

A Monster in Paris..."

He finishes his song and sits there silently in the dark, and you decide it's time you made yourself know, so you gently push open the door. The blue creature looks over in both shock and embarrassment, then covers his face before quickly leaving, faster than you could keep up with. You sigh, and with your mystery solved you decide to go back to the main ballroom, when you notice a small box in the hallway the the creature had dropped. You pick it up and see a small tag that reads simply...

-Mister Monster Guy
-August 10th, 2014

~*~Yule 2014~*~

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From: The Snow Queen Anon
Message: Christmas is forever, not for just one day,
for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away
like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.
The good you do for others is good you do yourself.

- The Snow Queen
- December 21st, 2014

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~*~Throwback! Spring Party 2015~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message: AH, someone that will actually wear this thing.
*Grabs the token she had hidden in a box under Gaia's and shoves it in a gift box*
"If you wish to support him, you may have this and to the moon with both of you. The moon is still pretty and you don't have to kill us all."

- No Name Entered
- June 1st, 2015

~*~AMG 10th Anniversary Event~*~

Quote:

From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

You've been hit by the AMG Mad Giftbomber
in appreciation of the 10th anniversary event!

-AMG Mad GIftbomber
- June 1st, 2015

~*~Holiday Spirit 2017~*~

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From: An anonymous benefactor
Message:

Merry x-mas!

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