One of the newest districts in Leaf would also host one of the most exciting events, it seems that the Maple town would see the boost in activities during this time of the festival. The housing district streets twist and turn in a pattern that some would even say is untraceable, but alas they will all find themselves coming around to a fountain in a circular like paved centre. This is where the crowds where heading to the noise and the commotion that was coming from this place. Of course, the good nature of the festival was all in the air it was more intoxicating.
At the circular part of this housing area is the fountain, but beside it is a stand that is light up by colourful lanterns, it seemed that the roads had trails of lanterns leading the crowds, visitors and everyone to this stall and the fountain. The Stall itself had statues of the goldfish, only small ones but something to have as a souvenir for anyone that wants one. It is also full of trinkets of many kinds, from blankets, bowls to little chains with goldfish on to symbolise the event for those that want a lasting token for memory sake.
On the corner of one of the paths is a longer stall, this one has the smell of maple syrup, the fresh foods that where being backed showed the true wonders of what could be offered with a little bit of maple syrup, normally only saved the Autumn festivals, this had been brought out specially to treat the guests across the land to what Konoha would be offering. This stand had a large crowd like most of the places, people talking and eating echoed around the streets of the Maple town. The grills never shut, and the fires never stopped but the cheer that was in the air was something that could be considered addictive.
The cheers echoed around the fountain as people tried there best to capture one of the goldfishes that now filled the fountain Though it seemed that even with the trickling sound of water it was not putting anyone off, for the fun and excitement of trying to catch a goldfish in this place was clear. For the net was made of paper, and when it became overly wet the paper net would rip and be unable to catch fish any more. This was known to all of them, but the game required luck and skill to try and catch a goldfish with only water. The real question that had to be asked here would be how many people would be successful in catching one during the Festival.
[OOC:]
For all those that want to try and catch a goldfish the rules are simple:
- You must state at the bottom of your post that you are doing the following [Attempting to Catch Fish]
- Your post must hit the rule requirements for any posts
- Have fun and enjoy yourselves
Once this has been done, one of the Leaf village council members will notify you of your result, but most importantly remember to have fun and enjoy yourself for the Lunar Festival.
Signed:
Leaf Council
- You must state at the bottom of your post that you are doing the following [Attempting to Catch Fish]
- Your post must hit the rule requirements for any posts
- Have fun and enjoy yourselves
Once this has been done, one of the Leaf village council members will notify you of your result, but most importantly remember to have fun and enjoy yourself for the Lunar Festival.
Signed:
Leaf Council
Hoshirei knew the event was coming. She had seen posters and the vendors setting up around town but walking out her clan house into Maple Town proper and seeing a veritable see of people was still a bit of a shock to the system. Maki had refused to come out with her today, and that was okay for now, but she would eventually drag him out of his little hole to come celebrate joy in the midst of the worry. Hoshirei knew how important it was for everyone to have a bit of relief after being downtrodden with the tension of Frost's approach.
Dried tears could be seen streaked down her face as she made her way down the Hokage Rock, where the flying lanterns were released. She could still see hers hanging in the distant overhead. Her hawk-like vision was still able to see the three tags she posted upon a single lantern still dangling from the slowly rising lantern. The night sky was beautiful, covered in celestial light, the light from the lanterns, and the lights from the stalls in the festival. The night was crisp, the sound of music could be heard throughout the lit-up streets; the line that powered the lights dangling behind the stalls, painting the circular area around the fountain in a beautiful assortment of colors. Nozomi did what she could to try to smudge whatever foundation and make-up she had upon her cheek together, trying to hide the fact that she was crying earlier. 
