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Music creation & appreciation, artifact collection (especially from the human world 1980s era), cooking up delicious meals for loved ones, gaming on RuneScape - all while being an iconic leader-to-be of Emerald throne.

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Baroness’ Bulletin: Music and Magic Unleashed! #23 01/29/2024 Baroness’ Bulletin: Music and Magic Unleashed! #23 01/29/2024 📜✨ Baroness’ Bulletin #23: New Year’s Resonance ✨📜 Your ever-energetic bass baroness is here to kick off this bulletin with a burst of fireworks that could rival any New Year’s Eve celebration. As we strut into January wearing our most glittering boots of determination, it’s time to tune up and dive into what’s been happening since we last shared tales around the campfire—or should I say stage lights? It might seem like ages since our guitars gently wept in October (and those illustrations were nothing short of legendary), but as your devoted herald of harmony and happenings, I’ve got some news that’ll be music to your ears—even if you’re already dancing to its rhythm. Contents Runescape News: End of the year catchup Clan Chronicles: Ally Events and Subscriptions Some Distant Memory Melodies: Writing, Website, and Radioplay Divination’s Destiny: Chapter 17, Part 3 Product Review: 5Below Faux Vinyl CD Player Selections of the Day On this day in the 80s (Jan 9) Nora’s Take on Today Runescape Revelations: Let me serenade you with echoes from Gielinor—a world where adventure never sleeps (much like us during an inspired jam session). We may have turned the calendar page over more than once since our last bulletin dropped its beat, but fret not; whether these updates are fresh off the press or old school classics by now, they’re still worth riffing over. First things first—happy belated new year! 🎉 Though January has dawned bright upon us for a little while now (with enough days past to compose an EP), there’s no expiration date on good vibes or well-wishes. Whether these game changes are hitting your feed for the first time or simply replaying like that one track we can’t get out of our heads—I’m here to remix them with flair just for you. So strap in as I lay down this symphony of updates—the highs, lows, crescendos—all wrapped up in a melody made uniquely ours. It’s going to be one heck of an encore performance filled with clan triumphs, pop culture pearls plucked straight from their oysters—and naturally—a take on today’s world stage that only yours truly can deliver. 🎶✨ The Rocking Rundown: Irons & Inks ✨🎶 Group Ironman dropped onto our stage at October’s curtain call—like an electrifying solo that demands an encore! It may have cast a hush over the clan for a brief interlude, but fear not; these quiet moments are merely breathers in our epic concert of life. Perhaps one day we’ll band together for a side account symphony—a group event where we can all jam as iron maestros. Turning pages to November notes, “The Fall of Hallovale” by Robbie MacNiven hit us with its literary licks while “Untold Tales of Gielinor” illustrated by Sid Katina and Daniel Baylis added visual virtuosity to Ryan O’Sullivan’s narrative beats. A review? Oh you bet—we’ll dive into those depths soon enough! As November crescendoed into double xp bliss and Runecrafting soared up to level 110 (talk about scaling new heights!), December waltzed in with twinkling lights adorning its frosty cloak. The Christmas Village popped up once more from December 2nd through January 2nd—our own winter wonderland complete with Django’s jingles, Pixie dust-ups, and fashion statements louder than any guitar amp! Don’t worry if you got your fill of holiday loot; woodcutting and fletching joined the high-level party just three days post-launch. Mid-December teased us with whispers of desert quests—an oasis for those who prefer sand over snowflakes—and it wasn’t just dunes heating things up… On another note (pun intended), did anyone else catch sight of that Star Sprite makeover? From teletubby nostalgia to… well, something straight outta Meat Canyon meets ‘Mac and Me’. But hey—at least mining got more marvelous alongside this sprite’s quirky new look! And lastly for RS3 rockstars—you can snag some anniversary balloons around lodestones every Saturday this month because nothing says ‘party’ quite like inflatable décor! Old School may have taken a backseat lately as we’ve been headbanging elsewhere—but fret not! We’re tuning up for an OSRS comeback tour filled with fresh allies while keeping our clan chords strong in RS3. 🎉✨ Clan Chronicles ✨🎉: Let’s kick off with some electrifying Clan News! Amidst the seasonal cheer of 2024’s Christmas event, I’ve honed my skills to masterfully wield a dragon dagger—anticipation thrums in the air for the Naked Dagger Tournament. And fret not about missing big holiday events or double xp; our clan calendar is brimming with excitement! I’m bursting with pride over donning a scarf and outfit dyed in our noble clan colors—a true Lumwood fashion statement! Teaming up with World 8 Clan for Pest Control was like hitting every note perfectly during an epic jam session—and let’s not forget those Castle Wars and Fight Pits Events where we rocked Gielinor like legends! And can we have a round of applause for Count Gaius? His culinary conquests have now been crowned by acquiring that adorable cooking skill goblin pet. Meanwhile, HTD12 has joined our ranks as a member—welcome to this grand adventure through citadels and beyond! 🎉✨Some Distant Memory Melodies✨🎉: Now onto Some Distant Memory News—the rhythm of progress beats strong within us! Though apologies are due for keeping you on tenterhooks regarding our music video, rest assured it’s because we’re crafting each frame into perfection. The Reflections album narratives are written in full—with AMW amplifying Just A Story, Sunrise Syndrome, Necessary Being, and Heaven’s Gate across Internet Radio waves. https://blog.spacehey.com/entry?id=1025559 https://linktr.ee/Jasialb Our Spotify return will be nothing short of spectacular—an encore demanding attention far and wide. When not immersed in cinematic creation, we’ve embellished my SpaceHey profile along with launching an all-new clan website filled to the brim with tantalizing previews and rich histories—a tapestry woven from chords past. https://spacehey.com/sk8er_gaius15#profile https://www.norsupdates.com/ https://linktr.ee/moderntracking We are grateful for the oppurtunities to participate in various film festivals and extremely honored for the rewards we have received that you will find on our websites and within the blog post for the music video. Divination’s Destiny: Chapter 17 part 3 beckons within these pages—or leapfrog across time via dedicated linktree hosting past whispers and future echoes alike. linktr.ee/NORSLore In the shadowy realm of Dean Sauveur’s lair—a place where whispers could dance on dusty rays of light—Nora and Jasper stand at the precipice of revelation. The figure before them is draped in power; her attire sings with echoes of 1982 glamor—an office siren amidst seas of academia. “Robbie Sauveur,” she purrs with an authority that belies her maternal concern—the aftermath of impassioned student discourse still clouding her aura like mist upon morning hillsides. Yet as Jasper reaches into his vestment to unveil their quest’s parchment prize, chaos erupts! A gunshot shatters serenity as leaden harbingers seek to claim dominion over peace. “Take cover!” cries Robbie, guardian instincts flaring beneath fluorescent siege. But lo! From shadows emerges a valiant youth armed with lightsaber glow and steely resolve—a modern knight whose swift feet carry him through peril’s jaws! Those who dare gaze upon this balletic fray witness a spectacle for ages: saber parries bullet in symphonic defiance while rubber beasts are deftly disarmed by the lad’s own pistol—no escape from justice’s reach! Product Review: For those who resonate with sonic novelties—you’ll adore our review of 5Below’s record player style CD-player. Also featuring cameos from end-of-year fast food collectibles (a nod to nostalgia) alongside Wendy’s Frosty key tag promotion—sweet treats extending well into 2025. 🎶💿 Retro-Modern Reverie: 5Below Record Player Style CD Player Review 💿🎶 Imagine stepping into a time machine with Jasper—a portal swirling with neon hues and electric beats. This 5Below CD player is like an echo from his pre-musician era—an upright beacon reminiscent of Emerson's boombox where compact discs spun tales just as tape reels once did. Picture it nestled beside our storage ottoman—the perfect companion for unwinding after adventures in the world beyond. Though its lack of auxiliary output might seem a missed duet opportunity with your studio stereo—it still sings its own solo by embracing modernity; transforming into a Bluetooth speaker serenading us from iPad plugged into projector while stars flicker above us. Its built-in radio tuner whispers secrets from airwaves unknown—a soundtrack for shoes slipping off and daydreams unpacked. It’s not just technology; it’s an experience—a retro ritual reimagined. 🍔👻 Fast Food Fables & Frosty Phantasms 👻🍔 As we waltzed through Wendy's wonderland during their enchanting SpongeBob sticker soiree paired delightfully with pineapple frosties, our quest led us to unearth Frosty Frights amid disgruntled workers in their last days (scalpers or simply mischievous sprites?), securing bone-chilling glow-in-the-dark treasures along with Coolie Ghoulie companions—emblems of fortitude in plastic form --trinkets that are more than mere collectibles—talismans symbolizing strength within body and soul; reminders that even amidst resistance, persistence yields rewards sweet as caramel frosties earned through ventures beneath open skies! And though their cardboard critter follow-ups paled next to those whimsical wonders—the key tag with a similar face to the Frosty Frights is magic granting junior frosty delights whilst weaving threads of charity into each indulgence until February 16th. We also triumphed in capturing Peach in her rarest pink gold kart at McDonald’s (though there wasn’t much to eat that is gluten free) in the meantime during a competitively highly collectible promotion. Now onto today's cultural cornucopia: 🎶 Song of the Day: “Climatic Nouveaux” by Ceramic Hello– It’s a sonic tapestry that zaps you straight into an electric dream. Unexpected, full of twists and pulsing with raw energy. The synths are a wild caress, the beats—a heartbeat racing in anticipation. 📀 Album of the Day: “Rio” by Duran Duran – This masterpiece is like us; stylish, artful, and utterly captivating with every beat. 🎬 Movie of the Day: “Shogun” (1980)– an epic saga where East meets West in a clash of cultures that’s as thrilling as our own fusion of worlds. 📘 Book of the Day: “Visions - 19 Short Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults” – Tales resonating with youthful spirit ✨ On This Day in ‘80s Lore (January 9th): The world was graced with Pat Benatar’s hit single “Love Is a Battlefield.” Like warriors on a rhythmic journey, we march to its defiant drumbeat! Nora’s Take on Today: And what about my take on today’s global stage? Picture this—a mural where dark hues blend into vibrant colors symbolizing hope emerging from adversity. We’re part of an intricate tapestry woven from threads both somber and bright. Our mission? To cast light wherever shadows fall—to be relentless sources of joyous rebellion against despair! Together we’ll dance atop mountains high above worldly woes because life is too short not to celebrate each moment given to us. With love notes & power chords, Nora Lumwood 🎸💖 https://linktr.ee/BaronessBulletinPastIssues

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Dice and Cards of the Day - Sun. November 24, 2024 - Embody strength unyielding under skies ever-changing; creativity flows disciplined whilst spirits soar embracing transitions’ call. From “Mankind and His Symbols” by Carl G. Jung - “In the soft clay of the Tuc d’Audubert cave, Herbert Kuhn found footprints that led to round animal figures. They show that dancing was even part of the ice age rites. ‘Only heel prints can be seen,’ Kuh writes. ‘The dancers moved like bisons. They had danced a bison dance for the fertility and increase of the animals and for their slaughter.’”

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From “Mankind and His Symbols” by Carl G. Jung - “In the soft clay of the Tuc d’Audubert cave, Herbert Kuhn found footprints that led to round animal figures. They show that dancing was even part of the ice age rites. ‘Only heel prints can be seen,’ Kuh writes. ‘The dancers moved like bisons. They had danced a bison dance for the fertility and increase of the animals and for their slaughter.’”

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"From daybreak till dusk rests upon weary shoulders—Count Gaius has championed us first and foremost. Our creed is simple yet profound: Win battles not for spoils or renown, But for heart—for love—that sacred ground! For at NORS, every member finds their crown. So let’s raise our goblets high—together bound By bonds unbreakable—in loyalty found. Join hands (and paws)—for united we sound The call of kinship—as NORS astounds!" - Nora

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Blade Runner (the original), Trainspotting, Pulp Fiction – Tarantino’s dialogue is just so good!, Ghost World because Thora Birch was amazing in it.

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As flowers bloom beneath spring suns, Nora's kindness touches everyone. Walk hand-in-hand through life's great dance; Embrace compassion; give love a chance. Happiness spreads like ripples on a pond; A single act can forge an unbreakable bond. Through acts of kindness - both big and small - Eternal joy awaits us all! From dawn to dusk we laugh and sing; To every soul our hearts do cling. For Nora brings us boundless cheer, And fills our lives with warmth so dear!

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