Folly’s Festival
Every April 1st, the Faen community celebrates Folly’s Festival, an annual festival with games, feasts, and other activities designed to bring laughter and joy to the Faen Realm. Though, some fae do take the folly part of the festival literally, with some wild and outrageous pranks being pulled on unsuspecting victims.
One notable prank was by a mischievous Glücksboten who crafted a cursed log that would emit an ear-piercing shriek upon touching it. Though her prank wasn’t taken too kindly by the people of Fae Realm, Folly’s Festival is still celebrated to this day.
The Folly’s Festival begins with the Folly’s Race, a series of practical jokes and obstacles that only the brave strive to conquer. Those who complete the race and are able to thwart, anticipate, and make it through the race unscathed will be celebrated as champions with the Folly’s Bow. It is a green sash made out of pure good luck and secured to the winner with a pin made of dragons gold.
From vampires, shapeshifters, to elementals, it is a holiday enjoyed by all with plenty of fun to go around.
Foods, Treats, & Drinks
Food:
Dragonfly Wings – A crunchy snack made of deep-fried dragonfly wings, seasoned with various herbs and spices only grown in Frostrbriar Valley.
Infernal Tacos – A dish usually brought by the demons that consists of tacos filled with a variety of meats smothered in a fiery, hot sauce made of chili peppers, garlic, and other spices.
Demon’s Delight Pizza – Pizza topped with spicy sausage, pepperoni, hot peppers, and a spicy tomato sauce.
Blood Pudding – A dish made using animal blood, cooked with various spices and grains until it forms a pudding-like consistency.
Midnight Burgers – Burgers made with juicy, flavorful beef or lamb patties, topped with bacon, cheese, and a garlic aioli sauce.
Treats:
Enchanted Fruits – an elven specialty of berries, apples, and pears that are infused with magical properties that provide a temporary boost in strength or vitality.
Moonbeam Macarons – A delicate, bite-sized pastry that shimmers like moonbeams and comes in a variety of magical flavors, such as lavender, rose, and elderflower.
Pixie Floss – A fluffy, cotton-candy like dessert that changes color and flavor depending on the magic infused into it.
Goblin’s Brew Ice Cream – A creamy, rich ice cream infused with a magical elixir, which changes flavor and color depending on the magic of the consumer.
Fae-Filled Cupcakes – Cupcakes filled with a surprise filling of magical cream and topped with edible glitter and iridescent frosting.
Changeling Brownies – Rich, chocolate brownies filled with unexpected flavors, such as cinnamon, chili, or even bacon.
Bewitched Biscuits – Crumbly, buttery, biscuits infused with a magical spell that changes their flavor every time someone takes a bite.
Drinks:
Dwarven Ale – A strong, hearty beer made with a blend of grains, hops, and spices, and aged in oak barrels. It is laced with dwarf magic and makes your voice temporarily deepen.
Iron Ale – A dark, rich ale made using a blend of roasted grains and infused with iron ore, giving it a metallic taste and unique texture. It will give you dwarf strength for a short amount of time.
Howling Hefeweizen – A fruity, spicy beer brewed with wheat malt and infused with flavors such as banana, cloves, and coriander. All werewolf drinks are extra potent and, therefore, should only be consumed in small quantities.
Werewolf’s Whiskey – A potent, alcoholic drink made using a blend of various whiskeys and infused with werewolf magic, giving it a powerful kick.
Shadow Punch – A fruity and spicy punch made with dark rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, honey, and a touch of cayenne pepper, served with a garnish.
Pink Pixie – A strong cocktail made of a pixie liqueur that tastes of marshmallows and rice crispy treats.
Miner’s Mocha – A strong, dark coffee infused with a blend of spices and served with a dollop of whipped cream.
Fairy Fizz – A sweet and bubbly drink made with sparkling water, fruit juice, and a touch of honey garnished with flower petals infused with magic that allows you to temporarily levitate.