Welcome to The Resort - Activities 001
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resortactivitiesDon't resort to drastic measures
Have your life re-sorted
Come visit The Resort
How did you get here? Did you arrive willingly, wanting a break from it all? Or did you unexpectedly find a path through your dreams or magic gone wrong? Was there a random flash of light and suddenly you were standing in a strange place?
A teleportation machine, to be exact.
Either way, now you're at The Resort and the friendly staff are here to answer your questions and hand you brochures on all the sights and amenities.
The Resort is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and ringed by a lush green forest. The middle areas are beautifully situated with fantastic views from every angle and perfectly maintained cabins and gardens await you. If you try to leave, you'll just find yourself back home.
You are not trapped here.
Go out and explore.
Guided tours will be on offer as well as a warming bonfire highlighted on the night, conveniently located between the cabin and activity areas. All the safety measures are in place but accidents could happen. Marshmallows on sticks and various snacks and drinks are on offer. All for free. You don't need money at The Resort. Everything is complimentary so relax and enjoy your time here.
Or maybe this place isn't so perfect and unfamiliar.
Maybe some parts look just like some place you recognize - whether or not you want to be there.
What will you find? Who will you find?
You could wander into any situation here, the limits are your imagination and personal experiences...
Paddle boats and rowboats are available at the lake. You are also welcome to go for a swim in the sparkling waters, which are cool and inviting - at least on the surface. Most visitors encounter nothing sinister here yet there are whispers of some creature living deeper within the lake. What is it? The stories vary depending upon who is telling it.
Check out the lake and find out for yourself. Probably nothing bad will happen...
The Activities Area is extensive and seemingly unlimited in what you can find to occupy your time. There's an archery range; a shooting range; table tennis and regular tennis. You want to try something? You'll find it somewhere here. There's even a carnival section with a merry-go-round and dodge 'em cars, accommodating all ages who just want to have a bit of harmless fun.
Whether or not something darker is lurking... well, again there are rumours but nobody knows for sure.
The zoo appears to house every animal, bird and living creature you have heard of - and some you haven't. Cuddle a koala. Hold a python. Let an eagle sit on your arm or head. Even the more dangerous animals are mostly tame enough to not attack you - usually. Mishaps can occur.
The staff and signage all encourage that you pet them, regardless of how cute or deadly they are. You should be fine.
Is that a unicorn? Yes, even mythological creatures can be found here.
Horse-riding is also available and you may even ride out of the zoo and take to the forest or mountain trails. Nibbles provided for the horses.
Just want to unwind? Visit the lovely park and smell the gorgeous flowers. Take a bouquet with you. There are park benches, sheltered and unsheltered to enjoy the pleasant weather. If a sudden rain hits, you can enjoy that from the shelters.
Or spend some time shopping and browsing; having a meal at the food court.
All the staff encourage you to relax. If you ask, they may even direct you to the spa and massage facilities for extra relaxation time.
Whatever you want or need, you will find it at The Resort.
Richard Gansey III - The Raven Cycle
Date: 2022-03-22 04:05 am (UTC)Swimming
If there was a lake that possibly held something strange and mysterious in its depths, of course Gansey would be there. Usually he'd be searching the banks with his EMF meters, but for now he was taking a less scientific approach. It'd been awhile since he'd swam in fresh water instead of a chlorinated pool, which made the lake too tempting to resist.
If anyone encountered him while he's out in the lake, they would think that he'd been on the swim team instead of rowing. If he was out of the water, they'd find him stretched out on a towel, sunning himself in a picturesque spot, heedless of any potential dangers of either the supernatural or mundane variety. If anyone interrupts, he'll be happy to discuss lake creatures or chat about the amenities that he's heard are waiting for them at the resort.
Petting Zoo
Once Gansey found out that there was a petting zoo at the resort, he had to visit. He missed interacting with the animals at the Barns and the ones here... they were almost as breathtaking as the ones that Ronan dreamed. Technically, they probably were just as astounding, but Ronan's creations had the bonus attraction for Gansey that they were something imagined by his best friend. He'd visited the unicorn, petted a few goats, and was now staring at a fluffy creature that he wasn't quite certain he'd seen at the Barns or in any book he'd read.
Looking over at the person next to him, he asked, "Do you know what it is?"
Wildcard
(If you have ideas of what you'd like to thread with Gansey, let me know.)