*The first thing you notice as you step inside are Valentine's decorations dangling from the ceiling on gossamer threads. Next, the walls, decorated with red and gold drapes held back with braided gold sashes. Large sconces between the red and gold drapes are on full power, cute little hearts casting their shadows against the frosted glass as the brilliant light inside shines. Across the floor of the event center are rows of cushions and short tables with coasters and stationery.*

Hoho… It’s so nice to see everyone again! I had so much fun with all of you at the 2022 Festival of Winter Nights reunion! So many familiar faces and so many fun memories that were made. Not to mention all the nice things that were found for everyone by the hard working cleanup crew. *chuckles*

Oh but, I am getting ahead of myself...

*Magnus stops in front of you, one hand behind his back, the other resting comfortably as he grips his lapel. Although he towers above you, you still feel an aura of invitation and delight.*

Welcome, hoho! Welcome to the Venerable Retrospection: A Valentine's Day Celebration! Please take a seat. The evening's preparations are nearly done! We will soon begin the inspection of the Time Capsule we found at the town hall over the Festival of Winter Nights. *chuckles* Some of you got much too excited and ended up breaking open a wall. But wouldn't you know it? There was something hidden inside! Hohoho!

*Magnus walks away, head back as his shoulders shake in mirth. You turn your attention to the rows of seating and find a comfortable spot to settle down. On the table next to your cushion is a program of the nights events. Reading through, you see quite a few things on the list. The first "Act" of the night is a... Memoria? Followed by the opening of the Time Capsule Magnus mentioned followed by a series of remembrance programs. On the back of the program you are surprised to find a list of participation events! Hmm... It seems to list prizes as well!

As the lights begin to dim, you settle into your seat, adjusting your legs to a more comfortable position. Refreshments are brought around to all the tables. You can't help but feel a buzz of excitement begin to wind up in your chest. An energy you haven't felt in a long time electrifies your limbs with restless desire. You wonder about the Time Capsule... Just exactly what might be inside?*