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[Bishimi]

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In one night A lone shadowy figure visited all the town criers it could find giving them each a sack of gold and a note to read from for the next few days. The next morning all across Sosaria it was yelled for any that was within ear shot.

"Hear ye! Hear ye! On the 16 of May at 9pm under the eastern sky Tokuno will be holding it's annual Cherry Blossom Festival! All are welcome to come partake in the drink and events! The list of which reads as such *pulls out a scroll and reads from it*:

Bag ball Sake: Location Blue Lotus Guild House- It is said that drink brings out a strength in man they would not otherwise find. Weather it is a strength of the body or ego is the question. Both are tested in our Bag Ball races. Upon beginning the race each contestant will be given a pitcher of Tokunos best sake. After a competitor finishes the sake the race begins. Each will have to drag a large ball of useless weight to the end of the course, which will be designated by the person there waiting with more sake! The racers finish this pitcher before continuing back to the start. First one back wins a prize and bragging rights.

The Ninja Shell game: Location Blue Lotus Guild House – A game that found its origins in testing young ninjas intuition has become a staple of the festival. 3 crates are lined up, all appearing to be the same but only one will yield a prize while the other two could prove quite deadly if opened.

Momochi Sandayu's kissing booth: The Army's own Shogun, and well known playboy of Zento, has taken it upon himself to find the best kisser in the realm. For the entirety of the night the shogun and his female assistant will be measuring the kiss ability of the festival patrons. The best may well receive gifts, other then being kissed by the Shogun that is.

Creatures of Tokuno Challenge...The islands of Tokuno are home to many a ferocious beast. Some may confuse you with spells and illusion while others attack with poison or brute strength and claws like steel. All are hard to best normally but a real test of skills is to do it while limited in your attire! A local beast master will be offering that very challenge to any that wish to accept it for this festival. Any that chose to take it will be provided with armor crafted by a grand master blacksmith. Either chose to fight through all his beasts for a grand prize or pick a level of monster for a fitting reward. (gm armor but contestants are allowed to use their weapon of choice)

Gambling- Due to the generosity of an outside clan this years festivities will include tables at which to bet your gold and drink your time away. The Triad will have several tables set up giving you a chance to lose big or win gloriously.

Empire of Tokuno Tournament: There are few things Zento loves more then an honorable battle. This night Teams of 2 in a single elimination tournament will strive to prove their fighting skills to her, themselves and all in attendance. Only first second and third places will receive prizes for their efforts. (rules and sign up will be posted elsewhere)

The Cherry Blossom Queen & King Fashion show: To start promptly at the end of the Tourney - The last event of the night. (Location- There is a beautiful bridge at the EAST/north Gate of Zento ) As much as Zento and her people acknowledge ones strength, they also acknowledge ones beauty. In this vein the last event of the night will be the King and Queen fashion show. Any and all are welcome to dress their best and show that your fashion sence outshines all others. Contestants will parade down the bridge in front of 2 judges from the lands of Zento and one guest judge. The top Two contestants (one male and one female) will win prizes.

The lady Nakamura hopes to see plenty there."