[N - RP] The Summer Grand Iris Gala - Friday, July 25th!

:hibiscus: Court of Eternity Cordially Invites You to the Summer Grand Iris Gala :hibiscus:

When: Friday, June 27th || 6PM WrA Time - 8:30PM WrA Time (8PM - 10:30 PM MG Time)

Where: Uninstanced Temple of the Jade Serpent

Attire: Formal but whimsical!

Join the Court of Eternity as we celebrate the beauty, unity, and diversity of elven culture at our biannual Grand Iris Gala! This enchanting evening is a rare opportunity to step away from the turmoil of Azeroth and immerse yourself in the rich traditions and shared heritage of elvenkind.

While our Winter Gala focuses on the majestic and noble grandeur of elven sophistication, our Summer Gala focuses on the whimsical and ethereal; the effervescent magic of nature itself!

:hibiscus: Why the Iris? :hibiscus:

The iris was chosen as the symbol of the Court of Eternity because it symbolizes faith, hope, wisdom, truth, nobility, honor and positive change. As they also represent a bridge between the heavens and Azeroth, we see them as also representing a bridge that crosses faction divides.

:sparkles: The Code of Conduct :sparkles:

  1. Respect all attendees regardless of race, faction, or allegiance. No verbal or physical altercations will be tolerated.
  2. Formal attire is required, whimsy is encouraged. Ceremonial armor is permitted.
  3. This is a weapons-free event, including ceremonial weapons or decorative pieces. All weapons must be checked with Security. Those who refuse will not be permitted entry to the event.
  4. Be respectful of performers and storytellers. Do not talk over them or otherwise disrupt or interrupt their work.

:sparkles: Seeking Helpers! :sparkles:

Want to be a part of a magical night? We’re looking for the following:

:star2: Vendors: Have goods or services you’d like to share with the public? Now’s your chance! Spots are highly limited, and on a first-come, first-serve basis.

:star2: Security: Able to ensure the IC rules of the Gala are being followed, including the no-weapons policy.

:star2: Performers: Whether you’re a singer, dancer, or something else entirely, we’d love to see what you can do!

:star2: Storytellers: Instead of the Language of Flowers social mixer, the Summer Iris Gala features the Root Circle, a small area tucked away from the Dance Floor where individuals are encouraged to share tales of elven history, fables, fairytales, or stories of their own adventures!

Note: Musical performances and stories need to be pre-approved by Altherei or Esdai to ensure they fit the mood and ambience of the event.

:sparkles: What Awaits You? :sparkles:

:star2: An Inviting Night: With enchanting music, dance the night away in your finery.

:star2: The Root Circle: Sit and enjoy parables, fables, or other inspiring stories from elven history and culture.

:star2: Enchanting Entertainment: Enjoy a variety of goods and services from our vendors and be captivated by dazzling performances!

:star2: Neutral Ground: A rare chance for all—regardless of faction or allegiance—to mingle, network, and foster connections in a peaceful, inclusive setting.

:star2: Moments of Respite: Bask in an evening of tranquility, celebration, and camaraderie.

:hibiscus: Be Part of Something Eternal :hibiscus:

Whether you come to marvel at the blending of cultures, forge new alliances, or simply enjoy the evening’s beauty, the Grand Iris Gala promises an experience you will cherish.

Dress your most ethereal and whimsical (though still formal), and may the stars guide you to this unforgettable celebration.

:hibiscus: Contacts :hibiscus:

For any questions, or to sign up to assist, please join our discord server with the invite code below, or reach out to either Esdai or Altherei via discord.

Grand Iris Gala Discord Server Code: MUMVHMuxXd

Discord Handles: Esdai (draikaina) / Altherei (anraheth)

Happy Tuesday!

We’re still looking for a handful of vendors, as well as storytellers for The Root Circle. Stories don’t have to be long, and they can be anything from a piece of your elf’s history or backstory to a headcanon fable they heard growing up, or anything in between!

We’re also excited to announce that the Runaway Theater Troupe will be providing a fireworks show at the end of the night! Hope to see you all there!

Hello everyone, happy Monday! We’re just shy of two weeks out and have A VERY IMPORTANT UPDATE!

Over the weekend, I tested and unfortunately confirmed that there is hard phasing still in Dragon Isles for anyone under level 70. As we want this to be an event accessible regardless of level, we have made the decision to move the event.

THE SUMMER GRAND IRIS GALA IS NOW BEING HOSTED IN UNINSTANCED TEMPLE OF THE JADE SERPENT IN PANDARIA. Nothing else has changed such as date or start time, just the location.

Our vendor spots are filling up too, so if you’re interested in snagging one, time is running out!

As the saying goes, “Life is what happens when you make other plans.”

Unfortunately, Es’dai and I have both been hit with unexpected IRL circumstances that make running the Gala this Friday impossible. We’re both okay, so please don’t worry about that, but neither of us will be able to proceed forward as planned.

THAT BEING SAID.

We are not cancelling this indefinitely. The original plan was to host this in July, and right now, that is my current intention for rescheduling. We do not have a set date yet, but when we do, we will make announcements accordingly. We’re deeply sorry for the last-minute update, but this was unfortunately something neither of us could see coming, and nobody is more bummed than we are to have to postpone.

We hope you will all join us in July, and deeply appreciate your understanding!

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GRAND IRIS GALA RESCHEDULED DATE

Hello everyone, hope a relaxing weekend was had by all! We thank you for your patience as we worked to find a new date and make sure all our ducks were in a row before announcing. But now that all ducks have been accounted for, we are happy to announce:

:sparkler: THE SUMMER GRAND IRIS GALA HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, JULY 25TH! :sparkler:

The starting time of 6PM WrA/8PM MG and the location of Uninstanced Temple of the Jade Serpent remain the same.

We look forward to seeing everyone there, and hope you’ll join us for an evening of revelry! We do still have two vendor spots open, so if that interests you or you’d like to assist with security, please join our discord to sign up: https://discord.gg/MUMVHMuxXd

See you at the Gala!

:cherry_blossom: It’s Gala Week! :cherry_blossom:

The Summer Grand Iris Gala is this Friday, July 25th, starting at 6PM WrA/8PM MG! You can find us in the Uninstanced Temple of the Jade Serpent (just fly over the portal).

Want to help out? It’s not too late! We still have 3 vendor spots available, and if you’d like to assist with Security, we’d welcome that as well.

:hibiscus: To sign up for either a vendor booth or as security, please join our discord. We also have a channel where you can share a collage, mood board, or art of your character’s gala outfit, and we’d love to see them all!

Discord: https://discord.gg/MUMVHMuxXd

This will be my first event of this nature. No clue what to expect, but that’s half the excitement!

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Appreciate everyone putting in the time and effort on this, was quite enjoyable!

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Thank you for hosting this! I enjoyed getting to go!