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Silvermoon Sun Times LIKED BY MANY, CUSSED BY SOME, READ BY THEM ALL! JUST A FRIENDLY REMINDER, IF YOU DON'T WANT IT PRINTED, DON'T LET IT HAPPEN! Friday, August 28th, 2015 Silvermoon-Sun-Times.tumblr.com Volume #106, Issue #07 As I was Saying Business Break By: 'Doctor' Xortz A.Geartweak By:Aminth Elnonore My darling Suns! It is I, your pinkhaired ink-slinger on all things business in Silvermoon and other Horde cities! So far, yes, we have only covered Silvermoon businesses but before long, we will be expanding to far greater reaches of the Horde community. However, it is time I start this article on the wonderful and quite popular, Tirisfal Theatre Troupe. Lord Atos Sunhart leads the Tirisfal Theatre Troupe, a group of outstanding actors and actresses that perform at many different events such as ones that they host, some parties and fundraisers, and they made an appearance at the Tournament of Ages as well! Lord Sunhart describes the troupe’s mission as “bringing mirth and whimsy to a world devastated and consumed by war and hatred.” I’m telling ya, somedays it doesn’t pay to get out of bed. Especially when your bedroom is booby trapped by certain unruly imp. The you go to get breakfast and there’s no toast! No toast! I don’t know who’s in charge in this town, but a town with no toast is like a science experiment ending without an earth shattering explosion and possible legal repercussions. Demon Vessel: Found off Coast of Durotar By: Gora Nagrand: A Traveler’s Guide DUROTAR — A mystery vessel was by Sike Sundraft found off the coast of Durotar last week lying on the sea floor, its To the Nether with Ogres. surface sealed. Strange letters and Those base beasts do nothing symbols on the surface suggested it but plague those around them, was demonic in origin. especially poor travelers In Durotar, where memories of the nearby. Poor Siege run deep, speculation swirled wandering about whether the unidentified object travelers who wish for nothing was a demonic source of power or harbinger that had sunk while on a more than to enjoy the view secret mission. Its age was not from atop the coastal cliffs of He goes on to include that they immediately obvious, and the Feralas, staring out over the wish to maintain the wonder, awe, Orgrimmar authorities were unsure how long it had lain there, submerged ocean and dreaming idle and life of the arts in a time where and undetected. many people seem to forget them. It is in this way, I believe, that the Troupe is so popular. Not only are their plays quite wonderful and well done, but they bring with them a message that -- although it may come subconsciously to most - never fails to entertain the masses that attend their events and the events they feature at. The Tirisfal Theatre Troupe is nonprofit, as I’m sure most of you know. They don’t charge for tickets or anything of the like! Quite a feat for a group that could only improve themselves further with profits. “I consider us a charity of selfsacrifice at times,” Atos stated, insisting that I not call the Troupe a business, for they are not. They are merely a group determined to bring smiles and happiness to the groups that attend. Continued on Page A2 dreams. Imagine, if you will, my This week, the Orgrimmar authorities fellow travelers, suddenly being said they had solved the mystery: by one such The vessel was a demonic soulstone accosted — nicknamed the Bore — that had detestable cur and having him probably sunk after colliding with a Pandaria-bound or Orgrimmar -bound ruin your entire night, stealing boat during the Siege of Orgrimmar. your satchel of delectable The Orcish news media reported that delights that you worked so the vessel had been part of an hard to procure from your dear unknown aggregation of demons and grandmatron. If you aren't that it had sunk with its escorts prior to the official engagement in careful, such may happen to Orgrimmar. you in the forested wilds of “We have seen the wreck and we can Feralas. You have been warned. Which is why Silvermoon I ask you, who’s in charge here? that Lord Regent fella seems to spend 99999.8% of his time yapping with those other two yahoos in the Tower. Reminds me of my Great Grampa Hortz. He used to spend all day demanding residuals for inventing things like ‘dirt’ and’ breathing.’ It was all nonsense. Everybody knows it was my thrice great Grampy Paulie that invented those things. He also held a patent on springtime. Imagine, patenting an entire season? You could get gold to last seven lifetimes with that! Thats a lot of gold folks! I mean with that much scratch I could own a farm to grow wheat, a mill to grind it a bakery to make the bread and a dragon to toast it! Dragon Toasted Bread! That be the best thing ever! But As I Was Saying, somedays I should just sleep in. confirm that the vessel is from an unknown location, though is demonic in origin, and collided with another Now, setting that aside, there is ship,” Kol’gar Bloodfist, a recently much to enjoy about the appointed specialist for the Orcish Special Forces, said on Wednesday. ancient zone. But first, let us “It is a very old vessel. It is from discuss geography. Feralas is a before the initial wave of the Burning Legion, but its age and time undersea forested region of Kalimdor, are not consistent.” situated along the southwestern The discovery of the vessel comes at edge of the continent. The a time of tense Horde relations, with forest is filled with several steep anxiety in the region fanned by Kor’kron exile, Troll-to-Orc animosity cliffs and hidden nooks along due to Vol’jin’s recent mantle of the mountains, dropping Warchief, and by the conflict in the city between government forces and sharply near the coast. pro-dark arts advocates. Continued on page A2 Continued on Page A8 The views of 'Doctor Xortz A. Geartweak' do not reflect the views of the Silvermoon Sun Times or it’s staff. Restless Undead Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Demon Vessel: Found off Coast of Durotar Silvermoon Sun Times The alarm over Alliance By: Gora submarines in Durotar waters Continued from page one has veered into common The sighting of a mysterious speculation and even fiction. vessel off the East coast of Various Horde antiwar Durotar, Northeast of Razor Hill organizations have attempted led Orgrimmar to undertake its to install what they call largest mobilization since the end and Turmoil of the Siege. The discovery, Bloodshed including unsubstantiated reports Deterrents in the seas of of a figure in black wading near Durotar. Business Break Continued from page one Atos informed me that they are not only performers in the sense of theatre, although they do tend to focus on that art form more than others. Their cast members vary along the Horde spectrum, including almost every race in the current Horde. The actors and actresses are very dedicated to their craft: some willing to lay the vessel, prompted speculation that a demon spy had been sent to The unusual system is a box down their life, Atos believes, for infiltrate the land. Later, Orgimmar with an illuminated drawing of the art form and its cause. officials confirmed that its a combined Alliance and Horde territorial waters had been violated The group has yet to truly waiver by a foreign entity. Known flag. The groups submerged from their comedic base, Warlocks and residents of The the box, which sends out low Drag are skeptical and have frequency signals that although the comedic route offered no supporting analyses. translate roughly to “United for seems to be taking them quite far peace” in Common to deter in fame! Both the crew and the Referring to the latest discovery, possible submarine fans loved Hellsqueal; The True Bloodfist stressed that while Warchief’s Tale. It was their first engagements. In the recent Orgrimmar was always on the play and has not led them wrong! lookout for foreign vessels discovery of the demonic Plotting around a parody of entering its waters without vessel, however, the sunlightGarrosh Hellscream’s reign of permission, the demonic artifact powered sign, thought to be was a remnant of the past and had able to last forever, was found error over the Horde. Although no relation to contemporary destroyed. More frighteningly, some may consider it quite controversial and perhaps geopolitics. however, is the altered offensive to those who suffered, message of the device which “This event has nothing to do with Atos reinforces that it’s purpose Alliance or Iron Horde has been deliberately changed was truly morale. to an almost archaic demonic aggression,” he said. language. Experts have only For those who have been The vessel was discovered by an been able to translate key anxiously biting their nails for the Orcish fishing company who words such as “darkness, sequel, I am truly devastated to reported the strange object to blood, war, and suffering.” inform you that you must wait Orgrimmar authorities soon after just a little while longer, my Suns. spotting it. Specialist Bloodfist Many Orc organizations said the vessel had been identified The group has suffered hardships by comparing archived drawings —including an official war and they are still trying to fix the of demonic runes and stones as council to Vol’jin—believe the hiccups in the play to make it well as a report taken from the changes were made by Alliance absolutely perfect for you. For expert fishermen who claimed to spies and speculate that the this reason, the performance of have never seen a vessel quite like vessel was also planted by the the sequel has been put on hold. it in their experience. Alliance in order to cause However, Lord Sunhart wishes to Varying debris has a history of widespread panic in the city. amp up spirits by telling us that grabbing attention in Orgrimmar. While there are skeptics, there you won’t have to wait much Some years ago, when a Gnomish are alternative opinions of longer for another wonderful submarine thought to have been varying levels of government production! The Troupe’s two carrying powerful weapons hit an and citizens that claim it is the year anniversary is fastly underwater rock off the Durotar threat of a demon invasion. approaching and the performers coast East of Drygulch Ravine, will be including a short play for Horde and Alliance engaged in a Many Warlocks who have everyone to enjoy. Although I tense standoff for a week. During offered counsel in the past begged and pleaded, Atos kept a the episode, which resulted in no casualties, the Orgrimmar refuse to comment on the tight reign on his lips and refused authorities thoroughly questioned issue. to give many more details than the vessel’s Alliance captain while that. All he agreed to divulge is Gora the submarine was towed off the that the Troupe was very excited Journalist/Editor rock. for their future and this event Gora-Wra.tumblr.com SilvermoonSunTimes.tumblr.com especially. Page A2 Although not positive on new productions and the like, October is the soonest that they are able to guarantee something for their fans to enjoy. They will, hopefully, be performing smaller plays and perhaps street performances until then. As mentioned, the Tirisfal Theatre Troupe is non-profit and runs off of donations from fans as well as Lord Sunhart’s own coffer. They’ve been low financially lately, he tells, but they hope to solve that soon. Although, suns, it does not have to be a fundraiser for you to donate to them! If you love their plays and would like to see more, feel free to pitch in and send them donations. Every copper, I’m sure, would help. No fear though, the troupe hopes to host a few fundraiser events before long and they hope that they will be enjoyed by all who attend. They’ve been collecting rare artifacts that a collector would love to have, perhaps tournaments for pet battling, and more events and ideas that are formulating as you read this! I, unfortunately, do not have more information on these events but as it comes to me, I will be sure to inform you all to the best of my ability. For aspiring thespians and stage hands alike, they are strict about their recruiting but they’d say they’d love to have anyone interested and enthused about the arts. However, they keep their group as small as they can manage but will hire on more or induct honorary troupies’ when they feel comfortable enough to do so. Lord Sunhart hopes to begin recruiting again soon, spanning far and wide with word of such. “Till then, we hope our hopefuls can remain patient and understanding,” Lord Sunhart directs to the audience of anxiously waiting thespians and stage hands with aspirations set on the Troupe. As closing words, Lord Atos added that the troupe adores their fans and truly appreciates all the support they’ve gotten. They cannot wait for the anniversary celebration and, of course, the future that awaits them. They wish to apologize, however, for the ‘failures’ they’ve experienced this year as far as cancellations, hiatuses, and the overall disappointment they may have brought people. “Know that myself and the troupe intend to rekindle the great burst of entertainment and excitement we had in the beginning, and look forward to performing for everyone once more!” - Lord Atos Sunhart, co-director and producer of The Tirisfal Theatre Troupe. Aminth Elnonore Buisness Columnist aminth-elnonore.tumblr.com silvermoon-sun-times.tumblr.com Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Dear Abby Silvermoon Sun Times Dear Abby, Page A3 Featured Article : Snappy, sometimes saucy advice on love, The Walk of Life My sister faced various life-threatening marriage and those who meddle. Be advised, her illnesses. She always said, "Never put off By: Tarcanus Frostbourne replies are often flippant and occasionally risqué telling the people you love how you feel one-liners, but always honest. about them because you might not have a As I strolled through the city the Dear Abby, I'm a 23-year-old noble Sin'dorei in a fantastic relationship with a man two years older. I could fill volumes with all the things I love about him. My problem is I have more money than he does. He earns a good living and is a hard worker, but he constantly says things like, "You're going to leave me for someone who makes more money than I do," or, "Your parents don't think I'm good enough for you because I'm not a nobleman." Abby, my parents don't care about that. They adore him because they see how happy he makes me. I don't care that I earn more. The way I look at it, eventually when we're married, our finances will be combined. I have tried telling him this and convincing him that I love him for all his qualities, but he doesn't believe me. Is there anything else I can do? -Madly In Love Dear Madly In Love, tomorrow." She practiced what she other morning, I could not help but notice something different in the preached, and we all knew that she loved us. Walk of Elders. For the first time in When she passed away eight years ago, it what seemed like an eternity, I was a painful loss, especially for our mother. stopped to take in my surroundings instead of heading right to my final Last week Mom finally succeeded in talking destination. Of course, I had Dad into opening a stuck drawer in a cabinet. traversed this path in the city many Inside she found a letter from my sister that times before, and everything felt as had been put away and forgotten years ago. familiar as always. Yet, pausing for In the letter my sister wrote how blessed she just a brief moment, I took notice of felt she was to have a mother like ours, how things that I were different, that I had all the sacrifices Mom made for her had been not noticed before. appreciated and how much she loved her. There were people fluttering about, perhaps drifting from stand to stand That long-forgotten letter is now my to take in the bustling commerce and mother's most prized possession. Please frivolities. There were merchants remind your readers not to take tomorrow for with wares and goods clambering granted, and to tell those they love how they from place to place, perhaps just feel today. returning from ports or towns near and far. There were colors and - Michelle's Sister fabrics, hues of mystery and delight. There were scents of fresh bread and gentle droplets of dew falling from Dear Michelle's Sister, flower petals. It was new. It was Every word you have written is a beautiful different. First, take this newspaper, after you have read it (of course.) Roll it up tight, then swat him over the head sentiment. For our readers, pay attention, we a couple of times. Tell him he needs to stop being so Or so I thought. macho and just work on loving everything about are not promised tomorrow, so do not put off your relationship. Materialistic things don't matter. things that can make a difference. The truth is, all of these things had Best of Luck. been there all along, appearing each Abby Abby Dear Abby, How do I get over someone easily and move on? Stuck Do you have a question for Abby? If so please send to: Dear Stuck, There will always be a time for grieving over a loss of one you have loved. First, give yourself time to cope with this. The next step it to take it one day at a time. Go out with friends, treat yourself to a spa day. Do things with others, you will find that in no time at all your hurt will heal. Time heals all wounds. Best of luck! Abby morning with clockwork precision. The flower girls and bakers, the artisans and merchants - every individual had a story, each person had a purpose. The vibrancy of the city had always existed. It was up to me to see it again. Perhaps this is a lesson all of us could learn and relearn from time to time. Perhaps it is up to us to remember to slow down and take in the ordinary so that we could remember that life is anything but. After all, we all need to stop and smell the roses from time to time. Abigail A. Starling Editor in Chief Abigail-A-Starling.Tumblr.com [email protected] Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Tarcanus Frostbourne lookingforroleplay.tumblr.com [email protected] Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Silvermoon Sun Times Page A4 Visit lookingforroleplay.tumblr.com or www.lookingforroleplay.com for more information. You can also email the show at [email protected]. The Wolf Queen howls for those with Fang and Claw. 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Upon the peak of the Isle of Quel’Danas, is where they came to settle along the other noble families, becoming on of the leading names between a triumvrate of houses. They pride themselves of tradition and standards while placing their bloodline as well as members into positions throughout the kingdom to better make actions to aid in restoring the glory of their people. Their true purpose has never been fully revealed as they are very shielded in their practices and plans, they approach as a soft and gentle family though hold a strength and power that is used upon necessity. While the House flourished for centuries, in time they crumbled nearly to the point of no return. Deaths, attacks, and bad decisions inevitably led the Lord Patriarch to his demise and he pulled the family with him. The saving grace in the end was his daughter, Elenaris. Raising their family up while continuing efforts to their people and the Horde has brought success and loss to the Matriarch. Having acquired a seasoned battalion beneath her banner upon the reopening of the portal, Elenaris could not deny the need to participate in war. The conflict has left them with depleted numbers and many remaining issues within their family. They look to refill their halls with members of the House and guard so that they may better serve their kingdom. House Eventide is a lawful-evil heavy roleplay guild that participates in noble/politcal and intrigue RP as well as slight military aspects. All positions within the guild are available for recruitment aside from the highest rank which can be achieved by progression through ; Advisor’s Council - An “in game” type of officer. The Advisor’s council will sit to a meeting to discuss the state of the House, ondoings in the city which require their attention, and any emergencies that may call for action. 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Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Nagrand: A Traveler’s Guide Silvermoon Sun Times With that, let us talk more about the dangers of Feralas. First: Ogres. They're Continued from page one everywhere, they're a pain in Just off-shore sits a couple of my tail, and they seem to be islands, both homes to a large settled around an old ruins pack of naga at the current complex called Dire Maul, as moment. The Kal'dorei who well as areas both south and once resided upon the northern east of it. The best I can say is island of Feathermoon now live to just avoid them. If you're along the coast, sitting in a hoping to explore Dire Maul, be stronghold that bears the same my guest. I'll have nothing to name. There is also a Shu'halo do with the place. With that, we settlement further inland, Camp will now discuss other possible Mojache. Feel free to stop by and rest your sore hooves after dangerous wildlife. Yetis are a long day of hiking through the known to roam the hills and caves of western Feralas, and hills that surround it. harpies dot the north western If you must focus upon one area along with the dragons positive aspect of Feralas, it's around the Dream Bough. the ruins of the land. The forest there have been is practically littered with them, Finally, all old Kal'dorei structures for sightings of Silithid in the bygone days. If you have the southern portion of the forest. chance, you should wander I'll offer another warning with along the paths and admire the these sickening bugs: where sights, sighing in awe as you you see Silithid, you're likely to imagine how things must have come across one of their nests looked in their golden years. nearby. I'll be the first to admit Still, be sure to keep to the that it would probably be fun to paths, for the land is littered ride one as a mount, but it's for with danger, as I'll soon the best to just forget such mention. But first, we have dangerous thoughts and stay another wonder to speak of. away. After all, we travelers leave that sort of thing to I would be remiss if I didn't mercenaries and the like, don't mention that northern part of we? They're much more Feralas, which sits just south of equipped to handle such Desolace. There you may find beasts. both Horde and Alliance camps, as well as the main attraction of So, dear travelers, I leave the area: The Twin Colossals. you once again to keep These two towering spits of wandering the dusty trail. A land are practically mountains in nice drink awaits me in their own right, and would prove to be a challenge to even Thousand needles, where the Goblins and Gnomes know the most adept rock climber. how to mix up a delightful Rumour has it that a pair of concoction on their structure Kal'dorei are willing to offer a they claim is a boat. 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In fact, it is advised that trainers where thick First off, the feline like body and leather gloves so they won’t get stung when even handling head of a Wyvern is similar to Wyvern cubs. The tails of that of a Savannah Highmanes Wyverns are segment and tipped and Prowlers of the Northern with a sharp venomous stinger which is used for both offensive Barrens. The coloration of their and defensive purposes. While fur ranges from a light tan to a pain and swelling is mostly associated with a Wyvern sting, if dark auburn. The mane which a person is allergic it could be life surrounds the head and threatening. cascades down across the Moving on to behavioral aspects, shoulders, chest, and upper Wyverns are very sociable. back is of a darker color tone. It However, they do tend to stick to also appears that both females their own prides and don’t tolerate outsiders too well. Historically, and males display manes. When they have been distrusting toward it comes to sexual dimorphism, humanoids. This was until the Orcs of the Horde proved the males have a thicker mane themselves when they battled than that of females. It is also against the harpies in the worth noting that the darker the Stonetalon Mountains. mane color Wyvern. the older the An average pride consists of one to two males, five to six females, and their cubs. When a male Wyvern reaches the age of two to Like the Rylaks of Draenor, three years old they are separated Wyverns also have large bat like from the maternal pride. Often though brothers from the same wings. Although Wyvern aren’t litter will pair up and wander off terribly large themselves, they together. It is common for are able to transport heavy loads resident and nomadic Wyverns to switch lifestyles as well. of up to 600 pounds. The beast themselves average at about 6 While the males take the role as to 8 feet and weigh roughly 250 patrolling guards, female Wyverns do most of the hunting. This is to 300 pounds. It is my because the latter is smaller, hypothesis that Wyvern were swifter, and more agile. About 50% of a Wyvern’s diet is carrion. once tree dwelling feelings that Often they will keep a constant would jump from tree to tree look out for circling vultures or while traveling. Some species condors. They are capable of stalking their prey effectively had extended skin between their whether by air or land. With a arms and body. Overtime, these paralyzing sting from their tail and skin flaps evolved into the wings a strangulating bite a Wyvern’s attack is short and powerful. that Wyverns possess today. Page A10 They are even known to hunt other predators as well such as hyenas and the Barren’s cheetahs. Wyverns are capable of eating up to 66 pounds in one sitting. Averagely, they require about 11 to 15 pounds of meat per day as part of their diet. After mating, the average gestation period of a female Wyvern is about 110 days. When ready she will move to a secluded den and give birth to about 1 to 4 cubs. Did you know that the females will even synchronize their reproductive cycles so they can cooperate together in raising their young? Not only this, synchronization of births often result in the cubs being Tamed Wyverns are very roughly the same size which means a capable of forming strong aerial better chance for survival. Overall, scouting and combat teams this concludes my report on the with their humanoid Wyverns of Kalimdor. Til then, companions. Attacks usually fellow researchers. involve the use of the beasts Zoologist Cielya Dawnreaver sharp talons and fangs, along zookeepercie.tumblr.com with the poison tipped spear that is carried by the wind- silvermoon -sun-times.tumblr.com rider. Once an enemy is pierced by the spear, their movements are slowed dramatically and end up being a . meal for the Wyvern. More often than not they are eaten alive. Wyverns also seem to share a common ancestry with gryphons and dragons. Although native to parts of Kalimdor such as the Barrens, Stonetalon, and Thousand Would you like to write for the Needles they have evolved to Silvermoon Sun Times, or have a adapt to harsher, colder feature article in the paper? If so, climates. Take for example the please send Abby an email at blue wyverns that have been brought to Northrend during [email protected] or mail on Tumblr @ Silvermoon war campaign. Sun-Times.tumblr.com Even though Wyvern’s have become the top choice battling and traveling mount of the Horde, not all Wyverns seem to take such a side. Many times those who wish to tame a Wyvern for themselves are forced to steal the eggs from nesting grounds. This means they will have to deal with the male Wyverns who are guarding their prides from intruders.These flying beasts are of course carnivorous, feeding on prey such as zhevras, gazelles, and other small animals. Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Silvermoon Sun Times Page A11 Weekly Illuminations Exclusive Horoscopes for The Silvermoon Sun Times for the Week of August 28th, 2015 ARIES: This week has been exhausting for you but you are almost there, your goals are nearly accomplished and you will have the core of determination to get it done. The universe has faith in you to find your happiness. CARD: Nine of Wands. TAURUS: The time has come for you to take a break. You have done all you can for now and it’s harvest time. Your careful efforts, research and planning will pay off. You will have good returns in business and in relationships. CARD: Seven of Pentacles. GEMINI: Feeling frustrated lately? This is normal but Uta's advised to take out your own frustrations in nondestructive ways. Keep a journal or talk to close friends to get all your bad vibes out safely. CARD: Page of Wands (Reversed). CANCER: This week it’s all about seeking your own truth. You need to withdraw from the situation for a moment and use this information to find how pieces come together and see yourself within the grand scope of the cosmos. When you have everything put together you will have the answer of who you really are inside. CARD: The Hermit. LEO: You are a fighter, but sometimes it’s best to stay out of a fight and allow others to fight their own battles. No sense in risking your neck for something that will only drain your energy and resources. Step back and access your motives before rushing in. CARD: Five of Wands (Reversed.) VIRGO: You are dependable and loyal to those around you this week. It’s a good time to get organized and get your money in order. But also remember to relax at times and enjoy the last, few blissful weeks of summer. CARD: Knight of Pentacles. LIBRA: Sometimes the first step in solving a problem is admitting that you may be wrong about it. Step back and look at a situation from another angle. There is still a way to be brave and strong and make peace in a way that respects everyone. CARD: Seven of Wands (Reversed.) SCORPIO: Your mind is full of questions and wishing to find answers. Keep an ear out for messages about a problem, or gossip. Perhaps others may have the solutions you are looking for. Hang out with friends and see what their own thoughts can bring to the table. CARD: Page of Swords. SAGITTARIUS: Sometimes there is a delay or lag in the universe in getting the things that we might need. Travel plans may be postponed so be prepared to make new plans just in case. Success is still possible, it will just take a little bit of extra work during this week to get it accomplished. CARD: The World (Reversed). CAPRICORN: Your mind is sharp and your ideals are even sharper this week. Others may come to you for advice, and respect it. However remember that emotions are just as important as pure reason, and sometimes people just need someone to cry with. CARD: King of Swords. AQUARIUS: This week is one of peaceful dreaminess. Homelife and friendships flourish and grow. Many come to your side to delight in your gentle guidance, and you are indeed the perfect ‘star’ of the ball this week. CARD: King of Cups. PISCES: A new relationship is on the wing for you, either romantically, or in a platonic manner. Ideas are coming together to create a beautiful third idea that is beautiful, and passionate. This is a good time to network, and to meet new and powerful allies. CARD: Two of Cups. "Shadow and Fire” Lilthessa Shadowbane Seer/Columnist Lilthessa.tumblr.com Silvermoon -sun-times.tumblr.com Silvermoon-Sun-Times.Tumblr.com Silvermoon Sun Times Silvermoon Sun Times Riddle me this... Riddle me that! 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