News Events

“Today, strange reports have been coming once again about buried treasure. Nobody knows exactly where this information comes from, but rumors have been buzzing around. As the story goes, someone hears from a ‘friend of a friend’ that digging in a certain place may lead to a surprise.”

“If you trace the rumors back, however, the origin can never be found. Despite the mysterious origins of these tales of treasure, some do claim to have found wonderful things at the locations mentioned.”

The selected tip is one of:

• “In a secret room, where a red light glows.”
• “In a shabby closet, locked and forgotten.”
• “In a dark, abandoned place, where a person should stand.”
• “In a smelly place, where time is told.”

“So, what about you? Will you seek out this strange location?”

“Strange phone calls... we all get them, but how strange can they really get? Marketers, wrong numbers, prank calls... there are many ways to end up talking to a stranger on the phone. But... what about calling a stranger?”

“We have received reports of a strange phone number, which will connect you to an unusual voice. The number changes randomly over time, yet you will always get the same person on the other end. Depending on what number you dial, you may get a new message from this mysterious caller.”

The selected number is one of: 154-3380, 348-7652, 893-0006 or 284-7893.

“As usual, calling this number must be done at your own risk. Of course, finding a working phone can be a bit of a hassle these days. Elderfield is known for its terrible reception. I'm sure there is one hidden around, somewhere...”

“Today's story is about the local "Neighborhood Watch". Recently, the group of vigilant citizens put out an ad for volunteer recruitment. While many responses were helpful, one in particular has been a bit more... concerning.”

“We've received reports of a new member of the Watch, one that is especially vigilant. Residents are advised to keep away from this new member. If you feel someone watching you, it might be best to run away.”

“Today's story is another local urban legend feature. Whispers have been spreading around schoolyards and playgrounds about the "Silly Dog". As the rumors say, if you go to the Elderfield park between the hours of 8pm and midnight, and perform a certain ritual, you'll meet the "Silly Dog".”

“And what's this mysterious ritual? Well, it's quite simple, and we'll tell you how to do it! You simply walk up to the slide, place a single bone down, and then say a chant:”

“Repeat the words "Silly Dog" out loud 3 times, then say "Come out and play". The rumor claims that "Silly Dog" will emerge from the woods to play. So, how about you?”

“Will you be heading to the local park to place a bone and say the chant tonight?”

“We've been getting reports today of some anomalous weather conditions. A thick fog has rolled into town, and visibility has been reduced significantly. We'd like to remind residents that fog can be dangerous, so please move slowly and carefully if you're planning to go outside..”

“This of course is due to the presence of the "Staring Lady". On particularly foggy days such as this, a woman with an unkempt appearance and no eyelids is said to roam the streets. If she catches up to you, she will ask you an unusual question.”

“If you answer incorrectly, tragedy is said to befall you. So, be careful today if you plan to go out in the fog.”

“Today's story is another local urban legend feature. We've been hearing strange rumors lately about large, messy blood trails appearing all over town. In hushed whispers, residents claim that these long, gory trails seem to have appeared out of nowhere, and lead anyone willing to follow them toward a strange destination.”

“What awaits the follower at the end of one of these trails is anyone's guess, as few are brave enough to find out for themselves. So, what about you? Would you follow a mysterious blood trail?”

“Today's story is a local wildlife feature. While Elderfield is known to be home to many cats, both stray and residential, there are reports coming in lately about one particularly large cat. Residents have been reporting a "very, very big cat", seen roaming the streets of Elderfield.”

“Its eyes are said to glow a vibrant yellow, and it purrs in a low, entrancing tone. It is said that those who encounter this unusual cat will be met with good fortune. So, if you encounter this feline friend, it seems that everything should be fine.”

“It would seem that Elderfield has a special visitor today! Sightings have been reported of a mysterious food cart rolling around town. This food cart is quite hard to miss due to its large red and white umbrella”

“The man running the food cart is always bathed in the deep shadow of the colorful umbrella. Who knows what this mysterious vendor could be selling...? So, if you're feeling hungry, go take a look around town!”

“This colorful cart should be easy to spot, wherever it stops next.”

“Reports have been coming in about a swarm of unusual insects, buzzing around the town. According to eye-witnesses, these bugs are very unusual. While there are plenty of standard critters swarming around, some of these bugs are quite... "odd".”

“Avid bug-catchers may want to exercise caution if they plan to chase down any of these curious critters. So, what about you? Will you be grabbing your bug-catching net and hunting some suspicious swarms?”

“Today, we're bringing you yet another urban legend feature! Residents may have heard tales of a strange man that roams the streets on rainy days. If the rumors are to be believed, this strange man staggers about lazily, glancing around as if looking for someone.”

“If you happen to be the one he's looking for, he'll follow you until he catches up.. And, what does this strange man do when he catches up to you...? Who knows!”

“The stories usually end there.”

“There have been strange reports lately of civillians behaving oddly at the Elderfield Lakefront. According to eye witnesses, some townsfolk have been congregating by the water at night, and chanting in an unknown language. The townsfolk seen at these gatherings are said to look sickly and strange.”

“Their eyes bulging wider than normal, and their speech, strained and wet. While so-far harmless, residents are advised to stay away from the lakefront today, as many of these odd civillians have been seen wandering toward it once again. Could it be a new trend? An elaborate prank? Or just the esoteric demands of an Old God?”

“Who knows!”

“Some of you may have heard whispers of a mysterious apparition down at the Elderfield Lakefront. The ghostly figure has been said to appear above the water, let out a chilling cry, and vanish into thin air. There are rumors that she has, on occasion, even spoken to a bystander or two, however these claims are unconfirmed.”

“Her beauty is said to be such that those who see her become obsessed, and continue to seek her out for the rest of their days. For this reason, residents are advised to stay away from the Elderfield Lakefront today, as we have been receiving more sighting reports than usual.”

“Today's report is about a strange rumor coming from residents of Greystone Estates. Residents claim that something odd has been happening down in the laundry room. These reports claim that sometimes, on laundry day, they will head down to the basement as usual to do their washing.”

“All seems normal at first, but... a strange rattling sound can be heard coming from the furthest washing machine in the darkest corner of the room. As they listen closer, they realize that mixed in with the sound of rattling, is a heavy, strained voice. The voice wheezes and gurgles louder and louder as time goes on, causing residents to flee the basement in terror.”

“For this reason, we advise all residents of Greystone Estates to skip laundry today, as we have been getting more reports than usual.”

“Today's story is about a strange report from Greystone Estates. While the giant, looming apartment complex is no stranger to odd occurrences, this report is still quite unusual. Residents have been calling in, claiming that they have been finding giant eggs hidden in strange places.”

“Every so often, residents will find a great, white egg just sitting in some odd place. In the corner of stairwells, laying on the floor of the laundry room, even in the apartments themselves. It seems that an egg could appear pretty much anywhere, really.”

“What's even stranger are the reports of loud, bird-like noises coming from high above the rooftop. Large black feathers occasionally fall to the ground around the giant stone slab on the rooftop, but their source has never been seen. So, what about you?”

“Do you plan to search for some strange, giant eggs over at Greystone Estates?”

“Today's story is a local urban legend feature! Long-time residents of Elderfield will no doubt have heard of this strange character. He's big and tall, hangs out in the sewers, and is covered in insect larvae.”

“Yes of course, I'm talking about none other than the Maggot Man! This fun character has been a legendary lurker since anyone can remember. I'm sure many of you heard rumors of the Maggot Man when you were in school.”

“Or, maybe your parents told you that he'd come for you if you didn't finish eating your meat. In any case, this wriggly fellow has a place in all of our hearts and imaginations, in some form or another. So, what about you?”

“Will you go looking for the fabled "Maggot Man"? As the rumor says, he's probably lurking around down in the sewers, right beneath our feet...”

“We've been receiving reports today of an unusual growth popping up all over town. Sprouting up from the ground like flowers have been countless tiny, wiggling fingers. The locations of these fingers seem random at first, but some say that they form a clear path.”

“They could be pointing toward something, leading those willing to follow their trail. However, whether this is true or not is unknown, and their destination is unknown. For this reason, caution is advised if you plan to follow the trail of fingers.”

“Today's story is about an unusual occurrence in The Old Woods. Frequent visitors to The Old Woods may have noticed an old set of stairs, which seemingly leads nowhere. While this is generally the case, once in a while these stairs actually do lead somewhere when climbed.”

“Today, we've received numerous reports of the stairs once again leading to an unusual destination. These reports, however, have not stated where exactly the stairs lead. For this reason, we advise residents to exercise caution, and climb these stairs at their own risk.”

“Get your rods ready, anglers. Today's the biweekly Fishing Contest! Every other Sunday, fishing enthusiasts gather at the Elderfield Campsite, deep in the Old Woods, to test their angling skills. More than just an excuse to spend some time out in the sun, winners of the contest can also win some very special prizes.”

“So, will you be heading down to the Campsite to test your luck on the water?”

“Spooky green lights, floating above the water. Sounds too unusual to be true, doesn't it? Well, reports have been pouring in today about just that - eerie green orbs, floating around.”

“According to witnesses, strange lights have been spotted at the Elderfield Campsite. After nightfall, small, dancing lights appear above the water, luring bystanders toward them. Nobody knows where these lights come from, or what exactly they are luring viewers toward...”

“For this reason, residents are advised to stay away from the Elderfield Campsite after nightfall tonight.”

“We've received word of an important gathering happening down in the Catacombs. According to our sources, many skeletal residents have been seen shambling deep into the Catacombs. They claim to be heading toward a "dinner" of some sort, but won't say what the occasion is.”

“It's unclear who exactly is invited to this gathering, but I'll bet the food is to die for! So, what about you? Have you been invited to this strange get-together, deep in the Catacombs?”

“Today, we're issuing an extreme heat warning to all residents of Elderfield. With the warm weather of the Season of the Harvest intensifying, our wonderful sun has become more generous than usual. Sweltering beams of sunlight are baking our little town, and residents are advised to stay indoors to keep cool.”

“Those who venture outdoors, however, may witness an unusual phenomena. Beautiful Gemflowers are said to bloom on hot days like these, which are as beautiful as they are valuable. Resident who plan to venture outside today are advised to keep excursions short to minimize health risks.”

“The Season of the Harvest is here, and with it comes a much beloved tradition! The ever-elusive Farmer Leeroy has once again opened up is famous "corn maze" to visitors. Sprawling out across his large field, the corn maze is sure to confound even the most seasoned navigators.”

“More than just an unusual attraction, the maze is also said to be filled with prizes for those brave enough to venture in. As always, multiple passages to the maze have opened up to the west of town, and will remain open until midnight.”

“"Pumpkins" are a seasonal staple here in Elderfield. But, as you already know, there is more to these ghoulish gourds than meets the eye. Some sit still, others wander off, and some are less predictable than that...”

“While a true pumpkin hasn't existed in Elderfield for longer than anyone knows, various imposters have moved in to take their place in our meals and culture. It should be no surprise then, that some convincingly orange, vine-y imposters have been popping up around town lately. These odd growths may at first appear to be real pumpkins, but rest assured, they are not.”

“Anyone who finds one of these persistent pumpkin pests are advised to smash them into little pieces. That is, if you can approach one unscathed! You can tell which ones need a good bashing by their pulsating nature.”

“So, what about you? Will you take part in some festive seasonal pumpkin-bashing today?”

“When the leaves turn orange and the wind cools, strange things begin to happen. With strange happenings come strange customs, and before you know it, nobody can remember what came first. Today's story is just one such case!”

“Up high, at the top of Greystone Estates, a strange display is set up on the old stone slab. Jack o' Lanterns and candles glow, surrounding an old gold plate. Residents from all around Elderfield make their way to this altar when it appears, and make their contribution.”

“Sweet desserts of all kinds are offered onto the tray - but who knows for what purpose! But... over time, this old tradition has faded, and the purpose of the whole affair has largely been forgotten. So, what about you?”

“Will you place a dessert on the altar at Greystone Estates?”

“Today's weather is especially harsh and cold, so residents are being advised to stay indoors. ...Unless you're a snowman, that is! Reports have been flooding the station today about an odd snowman, spotted in various locations around town.”

“This snowman is said to come and go, appearing all over the place, and has an unusual demeanor. When approached, it is said to mumble something and flee, as if it were alive. So, what about you?”

“Will you brave this frigid weather to track a living snowman?”

“Residents may have heard a familiar jingling of bells, and a sinister laugh in the air today. As is often the case during this snowy season, the Gift Demon has been spotted once again. With his jolly red suit and pointy, horned mask, the Gift Demon is a festive sight to behold.”

“Lugging around his great big bag of tricks and gifts, he somehow manages to visit each and every person during his rounds. As his name implies, this demon will judge the gift-giving abilities of each person he visits. If you've given a friend or loved one something they truly love that day, he will reward you with something special.”

“But... fail to make those close to you truly happy, and he will make you regret it. So strong is the demon's influence that all residents are sure to be open to receiving a gift today, even if you've already given them several. So, get out there and give some gifts to those you care about!”

“Hopefully you know them well enough to make them happy, so you can avoid the consequences...”

“Hang up your decorations and put on your costume, viewer. Today is All Hallows' Eve! On this spooky occasion, strangers will occupy all homes in Elderfield, waiting by the door patiently to hand out candy to any who knock.”

“That is... if you're lucky enough not to receive a trick instead! Of course, you will also need to wear a suitably spooky costume if you want to take part in the fun. So, get out there and have some frightening fun!”

“Get out your smashing axe, folks! Today is the "Egg" Festival! Heralding the end of the Season of Rebirth, our old eggy friends have lumbered into town once more.”

“Grab a sturdy bashing implement and head over to the park, where the Mayor will begin the contest. Who knows... if you're lucky, you could even win a special prize! So, get out there and hunt some "eggs"!”

“It's that time of year again! The Harvest Festival has begun. The giant, imposing Greater Harvest Effigy is waiting in the local park, ready to bestow gifts upon the worthy.”

“As always, residents can offer their finest crop of the year to to the Effigy, in hopes of a special reward. All residents are encouraged to offer something. We wouldn't want to anger the Greater Harvest Effigy. So what about you?”

“Will you offer something to the Greater Harvest Effigy?”

“Today is a special day for the living and the dead alike! As is the case at this time every year, the Carnival of Souls has begun. Just outside the local park, various game tents and vendor stands have been set up, and local ghosts have flooded into the area.”

“All residents of Elderfield - ghostly or not - are invited to try their hand at various games, and spend their points on special rewards. So, head on down to the Carnival of Souls, and see if you have what it takes to win some prizes!”