IC Novus City

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NOVUS CITY, ONTARIO

the northern capital

Novus City is what once was Toronto. They rebuilt the city from the ground up, although there are few structures that remain. They're known for their technology and are always trying to advance it. A lot of alchemy takes place here as well. It is the second-largest city in the country.

FORECAST​

DATE: October 29th, 2035. Friday.

TIME: 5:30 PM. Afternoon.

WEATHER: 55.6°F (13.1°C). Chilly with a light breeze.

CITY ACTIVITY​

Novus City is bustling as usual, with traffic jams all over as people leave their 9-to-5 jobs and head home. The town has been peaceful, with the biggest scandals being accusations of black magic and illicit practices in the name of science.

CITY NEWS​

Magitech Scientist Accused of Practicing Black Magic
Dr. Kathleen Estrada has been taken into custody for allegations of practicing black magic. Supposedly, Dr. Estrada was using the life of test rats to put curses on her peers in order to rise up in her career. This arrest only supports the rumors that The Magitech Institute has been using illicit practices in the name of scientific advancement, and many are up in arms. Dr. Ilyas Greer, director of The Magitech Institute, assures the public that nothing of the sort has been happening and that if these accusations are true, they will see to it that Dr. Estrada will be punished appropriately.

UPCOMING EVENTS

- More fun activities will be added later. Can add any of your ideas too.

NOTABLE LOCATIONS​

• The Magitech Institute

[See Buildings and Businesses thread]

 

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AVERY

The flexible scheduling that Shears affords Avery is something they appreciate greatly, but having to stay into the later evening so often really takes away from their personal life. It's a little ironic, spending your time making people beautiful for special events while having no time for any of your own.

Their next client isn't set to arrive for another twenty minutes or so, giving them ample time to settle their ass on their personal working table and start unshelling one of the oranges from their stash, displayed in a tiny wicker basket as far away from the various hair product chemicals as they could get them.

"Shit," they hiss, their pointer finger stinging from the pressure against the orange. "I think I got another hair splinter." Placing the orange between their legs, they fetch a pair of tweezers from one of their drawers so they can hunt for the little fucker. "Got a magnifying glass on you, by chance, Kat?"

When they've successfully removed the splinter, they get back to peeling their orange. "I only have one more client today, on a Friday of all days. Can you believe it?" They grin at their boss, interrupted only as they pop a slice of orange into their mouth. They chew politely before continuing, "But I'm back tomorrow morning, so no clubbing for me tonight. Maybe I'll catch a movie. I think that new Marvel movie just came out, didn't it?"

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KATERINA

Katerina sits in the back room at the table, stuffing the last bit of her turkey sandwich in her mouth with one hand while her fingers flitted around her phone keyboard with the other.

☽To Mr.Obie: Hey, I had a last minute cancellation and thought I'd ask if you wanted it before anyone else. Just let me know!☽

It had become habit whenever she got a cancellation to let Felix know and see if he wanted the spot. She constantly asked if he would rather go to a barber shop, yet he always insisted that 'no one cut his hair better than she did!' Kat was beginning to think it was just an excuse now.

"Uhh…" Kat trails off, thinking about Avery's question. She slips her phone into her apron pocket, wiping her mouth with a napkin as she makes her way back out to the front. "I think best I could do would be my lil phone one, and I don't think it'd be much help." She chuckled a bit

"If it makes you feel any better, I might not have any more tonight and I'm not ready to head home yet." Katerina let out a laugh followed by a small sigh. While most people were happy to almost be off work early, she'd much rather work until close and well after that if she could.

"Oh dude, I don't know nothin' about a Marvel movie, you know I have absolutely no life." Kat almost cackled. She was glad to have not only a stellar employee/coworker in Avery but also a bit of a friend as well.

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~ Felix ~

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Even though the shop had closed over an hour ago Felix was still going through his closing list. With a memory as bad as his it’s a wonder how the shop is still running so smoothly. Currently he’s wandering around the store muttering to himself, “I coulda swore……no not there…maybe…no, what about……AHA!” A shout of victory as Felix found his target, a pack of cigarettes. With a proud smile on his face he pulled out one and lit it, exhaling with a content sigh. Finally he could close the store!

The day had been long but Felix enjoyed every minute. From the youths just starting their journey in magic to the plant lovers and the masters mages. Everyone had a unique want and interesting story to go with it. He loved his job and there was no better way to spend his days…well there was one other. Before the thought could even process Felix felt his phone go off in his apron.

(Kitty: Hey, I had a last minute cancellation and thought I'd ask if you wanted it before anyone else. Just let me know!)

Of course, think of the devil and she shall appear. A ghost of a smile passed his lips as his finger glided over the keyboard. (I’ll be there in 15)

Hanging up his apron Felix let himself smile as he locked the front door. She did this often, and even if he didn’t need a haircut, he always said yes. But it’s been a week so he was in need of a trim. His hair was getting shaggy, more than usual. So, he’s definitely gonna hear it from Kat. The woman was insistent on him getting consistent hair cuts, but also wants him to go to a barber.

Slipping on a jacket he walked out the back door, locking it behind him, Felix started his walk to shears.

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Walking into Shears a shiver ran through his body at the sudden change of temperature. While the warmth was welcomed, the cold on him disagreed. But still his eyes scanned the room, quickly locating Kat. “Hey, Kitty! I heard you had an opening,” He called out with a smirk, mirth in his eyes as he walked over to her.

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KATERINA

Kat moved a little too quickly as her phone vibrated in her pocket. With a cheesy grin on her face she shyly bit the knuckle of her left hand, typing a message out with the other.

☽To Mr.Obie: Lucky you texted back so quick! I was just about to give your spot away!

Katerina pokes fun through text; and just for a moment, she even debates sending a winky face. Of course, she doesn't, hoping to get her teasing point across without the tell-tale emoji. Had she known her name had a heart emoji by it in his phone, she likely would have fainted, arrow through it or not. Maybe she was a mediocre Bon Jovi song?

Kat was lowkey smitten. Yes, the mermaid had recently found herself growing quite fond of the man; but of course, she would never admit it to herself, so why would she even think of admitting it to him? She didn't like anyone, let alone a client whose hair she cut. But… denial is a river in Egypt.

What seemed like only a few minutes later, Katerina heard the familiar chime that sounded every time someone came through the shop door. She slightly cringes and her nose wrinkles hearing Felix's nickname for her. Kitty.

"Oh, Obie, you know I always have a spot for you in my chair," she teases, putting emphasis on her nickname she always used for him. "Looks like you should've came and saw me sooner. You're lookin' a lil shaggy."

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~ Felix ~
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Obie, the nickname she always uses for him in retaliation. Felix knew Kat didn’t care for being called Kitty, but he loved seeing her reactions. Plus, she was the only person who could even get away with calling him that. Then again, Kat’s the only person who thought of calling him that. A smirk found its way onto his face as he walked over to her. As he shimmied out of his coat Felix chuckled, “Yea, I’ve been busy with the shop.”

Looking down at the woman he gave her a smile as he sat in the chair, asking, “Has it been slow today?” Kat wasn’t the one to like the lulls or slow periods, and Felix knew that. So, he loved coming in to keep her busy. There was also the fact that he was, maybe a little too quickly, falling for her. She was everything he wanted in a woman. Hardworking, honest, nice to him; it was everything he needed from anyone really.

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KATERINA

Katerina gasps, putting on a frown, a hand over her heart as she feigns offense. "Obie! Too busy to come see lil ol' me?" She sighs crossing her arms over her chest, "Tsk, tsk, tsk, I'm beginning to think you've found a better hairstylist." She briefly turns to look at the fae, "Ya hear that Avery? He's replacing me." Turning back to him, Kat couldn't help the smirk that crossed her face as she poked fun at Felix.

It was weird to say the least — her relationship with the man. She was surprised when she started to take a liking to him considering she didn't like many any men that weren't her family. 'You've been talking to a guy?!' Her brother, Winn exclaimed when she told him about Felix. It took a long while for her to get it through his head that he was only a client and maybe a friend.

"Meh, the day's been kinda slow," she shrugged. "Had a few cancellations, hence you in my seat today." Kat threw a black smock over his torso, spinning him in the chair to face her. "So, are we doing the usual or something different?"

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