An introduction to the various community-run events.
This page is under construction. Track if you like, but it will be edited a lot in the near future.
This page serves as an introduction to the yearly celebrations you will encounter within the Forest. Most are player-run and driven entirely by the Forest community. Some are meant to be in-character, some are out of character, and some do not discriminate - but all of them celebrate our diverse community in unique ways, and we invite you to participate.
There are also dozens of events and character plots hosted by individual community members throughout the year. Those will not be covered in this section, as they are diverse and often have an element of spontaneity; the best way to find and participate in them is to be active in the community. This page is dedicated solely to the recurring annual events.
The Rut is the oldest player-run annual event. Competitors spar one another and show off to gain the favor of Judges, making the Rut a major social event for the Forest. It's a chance to interact and meet new faces. Romance is not an official part of the event, but many players take an opportunity to start new families and play new characters.
Please note the Discord group is not run by the event coordinators; it is only a gathering point for participants.
The Rally is a lighthearted sibling event to The Rut. It is like a festival with games, dealer's tables, and friendly competitions. The event is about friends, families, and strangers, primarily meeting in designated areas for two types of Spring Celebratory activities. Here they can socialize with common interests in mind, practice and educate one another.
Halloween
ToT page
No Discord
Current Hosts: Tale of Tales (Michael & Auriea)
Halloween is currently the only annual event run by the game creators. There is not a set start or end date, but it typically begins at the end of September or beginning of October and runs through early or mid November. Weather changes are common, and usually foggy weather is seen most. Sometimes the pond will turn blood red. The Big Zombie Deer, Velocity, makes more and more frequent appearances as Halloween draws closer. You can find him by locating the densest fog, which follows him - and by his eerie bellow. Casting a spell on him will bounce back to your deer and grant you a piece of his own zombie deer set, which can only be obtained at this time of year.
As the name suggests, this event celebrates the memory of those we have lost. Players walk a path between memorial locations together or by themselves and sit vigil or remember loved ones in their own way. The first event will take place in mid 2021.
Assorted Holidays
No Event Page
No Discord
Current Hosts: Tale of Tales (Michael & Auriea)
While not full events, there are several holidays which receive special weather changes throughout the year.
