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The Indigo League ([personal profile] indigo_league) wrote in [community profile] victory_road2022-06-24 05:40 pm

The Festival of Wishes!

Who: Everyone!
Where: Pewter City!
When: June 24th
Summary: It's time to celebrate the Festival of Wishes!


Pewter City is one of those towns that doesn't draw a lot of attention. It's nice and has that museum, but it never seems to be the scene of much excitement.

But today, that's different. Because today, Pewter City has been doffed up to the nines, with visitors arriving from everywhere to celebrate the Festival of Wishes. The skies are crowded with uBIRDs flying in people from all over Johto and Kanto. The streets are filled with cheerful noises and many in the crowd have come in their finest yukata and kimono, adding splashes of colour to what might otherwise be a drab crowd. And if you'd like to try out one of these beautiful garments yourself, there are plenty of nearby shops offering rentals for the visiting crowds.

Stalls have gone up all over town, most hawking various forms of street food: Takoyaki, Yakisoba, Kaarage and many others! And for those looking to satisfy a sweet tooth, there's plenty of shaved ice, chocolate-covered bananas and Taiyaki to go around. Hopefully, you brought an empty stomach, because it would be a shame to miss out on all these yummy goodies.

But it isn't just food stalls that dot the streets. A wide variety of festival games are also available. From shooting galleries to ring toss to small lottery games -- whatever you might be in the mood for can be found here. Stuffed animals and sweets are the most common prizes to be won, but who knows, perhaps if you get very lucky, you might even win an Evolution Stone.

And, of course, no festival would be complete without a Test of Courage. Are you brave? Is fear something you only know from the dictionary? Then why not prove it? Why not enter Pewter City most haunted dwelling (usually just an office building) and show your mettle to your friends or even that special someone? Who knows, you might even earn a kiss if you protect them from the many horrors that dwell within (AKA, volunteers in costumes, a few ghost pokemon, and so many 'creepy' paper mache props)

There are also various stalls dedicated to traditional arts and crafts. From Calligraphy to Origami, if you have an interest in these matters, you'd do well to check them out. And you can do more than just buy some nice decorative pieces for your home, or a cute little origami figure of your favourite pokemon partner; many of the stalls also offer visitors the chance to try their own hand at these traditional skills. Are you the type of person who is always looking to learn a new skill? Or have you perhaps mastered these skills already and do you want to show off? Why not come over here and spend some time?

(Who knows, you might even impress someone special!)

And once night has fully fallen, the skies will light up, not just with the light of the stars and the moon, but with the many bright colours of fireworks! If you aren't completely tired out yet from all the festival games, why not sit down, relax, (maybe drink a beer if you are old enough) and enjoy the beautiful spectacle happening above you.


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But all of that cheer doesn't really answer the big question -- what is the Festival of Wishes?

Keen eyes (and not so keen eyes, really, they are everywhere) will be able to spot various decorations shaped like the pokemon Jirachi dotting the stalls everywhere. From small plush toys to folded origami figures, Jirachi's cheerful face can be found everywhere. There even is a theatre performance explaining the whole tale, but for those too busy stuffing their faces to partake in (ugh) culture, it all comes down to this: Jirachi is the Wish Pokemon. During the festival, people write down their wishes, hoping that Jirachi might fulfil them.

Of course, there is never a guarantee Jirachi will be around. It's been known to sleep a lot. But why not give it a try? It can't hurt, right?




shiro2hero: (aw lookit the kids suplex each other)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-07-20 04:57 am (UTC)(link)
Yellow, once again, appears as if he's just been touched by Arceus itself. His eyes well up, and he ends up hiding his face. Oh he's so happy!

"Hey, just saying what's true."
heartofalioness: (The smoothest princess)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-07-30 08:13 pm (UTC)(link)

Awwww these two are so cute.

"Speaking of gifts... were you thinking of making something for Byleth?"

You know, just curious, never mind the blatant mischief in her face and voice.

shiro2hero: (lowkey wanna die)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-07-30 11:45 pm (UTC)(link)
Shiro chokes.

Was he drinking? No. Eating? Nah. He just plain choked on air at her question. He suddenly looks as if he would love Yellow to use an earthquake move to open the ground up under him.

"I uh. Wasn't really. Nothing turned out good enough..."
heartofalioness: (Bemused)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-08-02 10:22 pm (UTC)(link)

Aww okay, that earns him a bit of mercy.

"Perhaps it can be a team effort, then? I've already finished my gift for Keith, after all."

shiro2hero: (give me the dokis)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-08-03 05:09 am (UTC)(link)
"I... sure. Yeah. That - that'd be a big help."

Just pretend he's not turning red. All the way to his ears. It's probably better that way.

"What did you make for him?"
heartofalioness: (Calm Smile)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-08-06 05:53 pm (UTC)(link)

"The Litten, actually." She holds up the first piece she made. "But yes, I'd be happy to help, Shiro."

shiro2hero: (which selfie filter do i use)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-08-06 11:08 pm (UTC)(link)
"It's adorable."

Doesn't matter how it looks, he means it. And he's sure Keith's going to feel the same way.

"Byleth's starter is an Espurr. Who's... probably evolved by now, actually. I'm not sure if Breakfast is a boy or girl."
heartofalioness: (Hand Clasp)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-08-07 11:30 pm (UTC)(link)

"That's alright. I believe an Espurr would be just fine, and there are no gender differences until they evolve."

She smiles a bit, thinking of Adris, her own male Meowstic, and his Skitty sister Eloris.

shiro2hero: (aw lookit the kids suplex each other)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-08-08 04:26 am (UTC)(link)
"Yeah. And he ... really loves that Espurr."

Granted, Breakfast is just plain adorable, but still. It's easy to love the little guy.
heartofalioness: (Puppy dog smile)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-09-01 04:00 am (UTC)(link)

Ancients that smile is far too cute on him.

"And you really love him?"

shiro2hero: (give me the dokis)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-09-01 04:20 am (UTC)(link)
Wow, his face goes from smiley to blushing in about two seconds. He coughs, and rubs at the back of his neck.

"I uh. I'm. Kind of leaning that way?"

... yeah he's smitten.
heartofalioness: (Awww~)

[personal profile] heartofalioness 2022-09-07 02:47 pm (UTC)(link)

AWWWWWW~~~

"Good. I'm very happy for you, Shiro."

shiro2hero: (oops accidentally charming)

[personal profile] shiro2hero 2022-09-08 03:30 am (UTC)(link)
"Hey, well. It goes both ways."

He's happy for you too, Allura.