(reposting this for as long as necessary until goal is achieved. hoping to announce success asap so that we can have it concluded and move on to a happy and festive christmas/holiday for all) :)

Our dear Luna Lunaria has passed. Rather than only mourn her, which we all do in our own ways, let us band together and show Luna's real life family...just how much she meant to us.

To some, perhaps Luna was a character from one of her rl human creator's stories. To most of us, she was much, much more. It is with a heavy heart that I have shouldered the responsibility as one of her many friends, to setup a GoFundMe for an idea i had: to name an actual star (or multiple stars different names from her stories or rl family), depending on how well this goes. If you like this idea, please find it in your heart to contribute to a worthy cause! https://gofund.me/60f7d925d

Not one thin penny will go to anything not Luna related, with the main goal being at least an "ultimate" star package from the international star registry. All pertinent information is listed in the interest of transparency. If we exceed the $200 goal, additional items or a bigger package may be purchased. I will be working with Lone Wolf on this, and any real life items to be mailed, will be sent discreetly and privately to Luna's real life family, pending their approval. For now, let's just get this ball rolling and see how much this OpenSim community loves and embraces her. She inspired us and gave us so much. Let us give back. Seriously, if you can spare only a buck, 1 dollar of your native currency, 25 cents, whatever it may be, it all comes from the heart. You are not required for your real name or any info to be publicly disclosed if you donate, so keep that in mind, friends. Any questions please contact Leonitas Lionheart or Remmy Ravenhurst of Homelandz Grid, Star Ravenhurst of Tenth Dimension Grid, or Lone Wolf of Wolf Territories grid.

Today, as I entered my OutOfThisWorld grid, I lifted my gaze to the firmament
and saw a new star shining with the brilliance of a radiant beacon.

In that moment, I understood
that a dear friend had departed to the realm of the immortals.

Luna Lunaria, my friend… you will be deeply missed.

Each time I behold your creations,
so exceptional and beautiful,
you will live on in memory.

May the Creator grant you eternal peace and love.

Thank you, dear Lunita, for accepting me as your friend.
I will always carry you in my heart and mind.

Ab sofort ist der traditionelle Weihnachtsmarkt in Dorenas World wieder für alle geöffnet. Er existiert in der Form, bereits seit 2015 und gehört damit so den ältesten im OpenSim.

The traditional Christmas market in Dorena's World is now open to everyone again. It has existed in this form since 2015, making it one of the oldest in OpenSim.

Time to feature Winter Wonderland in Eden, so I temporarily changed the landing point for you to enjoy it!
snowballs fight, ice skating, snow bikes riding....
Have a ride on the old carousel, listen to the singing dinkies band,
play greedy or whack a game Christmas, explore around for more
and don't forget to grab some of the gifts boxes!
let's feel the magic of Christmas while having fun! :) Pangea-Grid

AMV COMMUNITY FARM - THANKSGIVING MEAL & ENTERTAINMENT!

You and your Farming Family are warmly invited to a special gathering at the AMV Community Farm, where I have my own farm plot and spend time with our wonderful community!

Join us for a huge Thanksgiving Meal, fun entertainment, a Tractor Tour Ride, and a relaxing meet-and-greet with Farmers from all across Opensim!

November 27th
8am – 11am Grid Time
AMV Community Farm
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002:AMV Community Farm

It would be AMAZING if you could join us-even if only for an hour.
Come share food, friendship, laughter, and farming fun with the AMV family!

Before you visit, feel free to enjoy a preview of the farm and everything we’ve built together in this video I made for all my new farming friends:

AMV Community Farm Video:
https://alternatemetaverse.com/main/images/mp4/AMV%20Commu...

✨ BK Mode Kinderabteilung – Kleine Looks, große Wirkung! ✨

Sechs neue Outfits warten darauf, die Bühne zu erobern – von elegant bis sportlich, von „Wow, wie süß!“ bis „Moment mal, das ist ja richtig stylish!“.

Diese Kollektion zeigt: Kinder-Mode muss sich nicht hinter den Erwachsenen verstecken. Im Gegenteil – hier wird aufgefallen, hier wird gespielt, hier wird Stil zum Abenteuer. 🎈

Ob schick für den besonderen Anlass oder lässig für den nächsten Rollerblades-Trip – jedes Outfit ist ein Statement.

Und mal ehrlich: Wer sagt, dass nur die Großen den Catwalk beherrschen dürfen? 😉

I've started offering a variety of tutorials on my Discord server on various topics related to Opensim, mostly on PBR for now, but I will expand them as opportunity arises. Here are the current offerings:

General Firestorm Settings for PBR
Acquiring and Creating PBR Materials
Preparing, Uploading, and Applying PBR
PBR Reflection Probes
GLTF/GLB File Uploads

Coming Soon: Understanding PBR Texture Types

You can find my ⁠tutorials channel on my Discord server here: https://discord.gg/SMBaqan3Ny

Alina Custom Vehicles.

NEW TRUCK STORE IN REGION

Over 250 different vehicles to choose from, all vehicles are driveable

50 NEW VEHICLES ADDED

MORE TRUCKS ARE STILL ARRIVING , AND DRIVABLE .

There are also copy items which are not Vehicles

All vehicles can be altered or modified should you need, adjustments or additions happily done on request..

hop://hg.osgrid.org:80/Alina%20Custom%20Vehicles/118/35/22

Some areas i am still working on

When I log in to check for new messages, I often get asked about my "little bulls." Just click on them! Most contain random things. They're new-stuff boxes, represented by the bull—he's my mascot, lol. Anyway, these are vendors, with items still being added to some of them.

Lots of new Christmas stuff in our Holidays & Seasons section at Masala Al Kohav Mall. Stop by and check it out, it's all free and full perm just for you. New Christmas Ornament planters to put your favorite plants in or even use them for a base for your Christmas tree. There are wreaths, and ornaments, puppies and kittens and candles all for the taking. Pop in and check out our Holidays & Season's department. In our Autumn/Fall section there is a cute turkey named Tommy who is protesting, pop in and see. Blessings and much love Lavia.

Okay, let's finally get back to my regular stuffs,we start with a lot new Deco Article.

Here's some stuff for the dark souls among you in Zoey Cuteys Needful Things section.

You can also find lots of new cute things in our N-Japan section.

Wishing everyone a nice shopping experience and a Happy Halloween ♥

Lust mal auf eine Party der anderen Art?
Für alle die mal Lust auf House Music haben,
DJ Tommy legt im italienischem Grid NewLifeitaly auf.
Ein Mix aus italienischen, aber auch internationalen Liedern.
Lasst die Füsse qualmen und habt Spaß.

Fancy a party with a difference?
For all those who love house music,
DJ Tommy will be spinning tunes at the Italian Grid NewLifeitaly.
A mix of Italian and international songs.
Get your dancing shoes on and have fun.

Hai voglia di una festa diversa dal solito?
Per tutti coloro che hanno voglia di musica house,
il DJ Tommy suonerà al Grid NewLifeitaly italiano.
Un mix di brani italiani ma anche internazionali.
Scatenatevi e divertitevi.

Taxi: hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/NewLifeWelcome/298/120/45

So much happening in the hyperverse, not all of it Halloweeny, here are a few stories you may have missed:
three fun destinations for Halloween, out of the dozens available
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/spooktober.html
the return of the talk show dedicated to Opensim
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/inworld-review-retur...
ANd then, safarying fun with Vic:
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/tunnel-vision.html
and - hilariously - with Star:
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/one-for-road.html
also with the RP folk of Wyldwood Bayou
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/role-models.html
and philosophically, with Dings and Uta:
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/serenity-now.html
All this plus Neverworld's 10th birthday
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/nwg-hits-decade.html
a story of cholera and curiosity
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/dr-snow-and-water.ht...
and finally, Taarna Welles' continuing adventure with mesh, animesh, and AI
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/10/at-home-with-hopsons...

When I think of Halloween, I think of the story of "The Headless Horseman" which is pretty scary, so I made a couple versions of it, my personal favorite is the flaming one. They are both in the Fantasy area of the mall - stop by and check them out, they can add a spookiness to your halloween decor. Blessings and much love, Lavia

✨ BK – Mode für den Xara-Body: Drei Looks, ein Statement. ✨ Du willst Stil, der knallt? Dann schnapp dir Xara – sie trägt, was du fühlst: selbstbewusst, edgy und immer einen Schritt voraus.

👠 Look 1: Pure Power in Leder Schwarz. Glänzend. Unverschämt stark. Das trägerlose Top und die High-Waist-Pants aus Leder sind wie gemacht für Nächte, in denen du nicht übersehen wirst. Dazu High Heels – fertig ist dein Fashion-Kampfruf.

🖤 Look 2: Büro trifft Bar Weiße Bluse, schwarzer Mini, Overknees – dieser Look spielt mit Kontrasten und gewinnt. Ob Meeting oder Afterwork, Xara zeigt: Eleganz kann auch rebellisch sein.

🔥 Look 3: Zwei Blusen, zwei Hosen, unendlich Stil Links: Klassisch cool mit schwarzer Bluse und weiter Hose mit Schlitz – ein Look, der bei jedem Schritt wirkt. Rechts: Geknotete Bluse trifft auf figurbetonte Hose – feminin, frech und bereit für alles. Beide Varianten zeigen: Schwarz ist kein Kompromiss, sondern ein Stilversprechen.

💫 BK – Mode für Frauen, die wissen, was sie wollen. Alle Styles sind perfekt auf den Xara-Body abgestimmt – für eine Passform, die sitzt wie dein Selbstvertrauen: makellos.

***Autumnfest 2025 Is Just Around the Corner!***

This year’s Autumnfest is going to be bigger and better than ever!
Take a sneak peek at one of the newest regions created especially for this year’s event: http://af25.amv.world

October 23rd – October 31st, 2025 - 9 Regions • 9 Days • Endless Autumn & Halloween Fun!

**Celebrate the magic of the season across:**
AMV Autumnfest, Open Mic Arts, AMV Autumnfest Stage, Surreal Autumnfest, Autumnfest InTribute, Autumnfest Halloween, Meow Fashion, Autumnfest October, and Halloween Town!

Enjoy an incredible lineup of Live Performers, DJs, Tributes, Karaoke, and a BIG Costume Party!
Plus — Storytelling, Belly Dancing, Guided Meditation, Chakra Awareness, and a Rocky Horror Show Tribute!

Don’t miss the AI Autumn & Halloween Art Show at the Crescent Moon Gallery, and get your Autumn & Halloween portraits taken by our amazing staff photographer, Zelle Mist!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWoQ7PFSYlk

Leo's Custom Tech N9ne "Ronald" Costume

So, I pretty much rode the "Watch the World Burn" train until i got somewhat burned out on that song. Made the t-shirt. Memorized the lyrics. Ronald has been my new song to digest and unpack...and it sure got me doing a lot of thinking. Song meanings, multiple meanings, etc. Decided to make a "close enough" version of Tech N9ne's costume from the music video. I guess what hits hardest is the senseless violence, shooting sprees, murders, especially in the USA, but all over the world, really. Some of us did not have a perfect childhood. Some are still struggling with issues of anger, depression, poverty, loss of loved ones, and more. I guess I am appalled at how many people are quick to judge each other if opinions vary. Metal music and hip-hop are criticized heavily, especially on Opensim, by older generations that don't understand it. Please understand THIS: I personally find singing or screaming along to songs like this, to be a much healthier outlet than punching holes in the walls of my house, self harm, harming others, and other things. It is one thing to say "this type of music is not my style". It is another thing to say certain music or entire genres are wrong, talentless, etc. To each their own. I am including the lyrics to the song in case anyone wants to think deeper and maybe understand some new things. Be kind to each other, OpenSim.

Once upon a time, everything was alright
I used to feel safe, not a worry in sight
Then I grew up, quickly realized
The world is a fucked up place sometimes
Death is at your door
Reachin' in from the other side
It's time to cut the cord
Hangin' on like a parasite, go (ah)
Hangin' on like a parasite
Hangin' on like a parasite
Don't hesitate, you're hangin' on for your life
Don't hesitate, you're reachin' out from the light
Walkin' on a razor's edge
My blood runs black, I'm not your friend, uh, fuck
Pull from the depths of the 36 Chambers, ah
Ah, pull the trigger, give a bullet to a stranger, nice
Ah, pull from the depths of the 36 Chambers (haha-haha-ha)
Pull the trigger, give a bullet to a stranger
I don't wanna die (die), but I'm not gonna live
In a place so cold, in a world like this (this)
Crucify me (me), it's blasphemy ('my)
Throw me in the fire, let me burn for eternity (go, go, go, go)
Burn for eternity ('y, 'y, 'y), eternity
I'll never be the one that will ever back down
Never turn around and run, never, never, never back down
Deep into the trench of a place unknown
Lies a dead man clutched to the bottom of a throne
At the bottom of a hole that nobody wants to go
It's the devil that you know that's gotta hold up on your wicked soul (damn)
What is up in your mind? Are you thinkin' the devil is makin' the crime?
Or the people are evil and never no demon design? Or the opposite of a divine? No
Yes, the hell is in front of you, side and behind, I can feel every sign of a human decline
I'm believin' the time is upon us when all of our people are blind (yo)
Red rain, saw it fallin' from a tower's dead plane
Head banged Mandalay Bay hotel, lotta lead came
Sex change could get you caught up in death range
He pled sane but really imitatin' Ed Gein
How do we get this way? Negative shit to say when you get dismay
Havin' a fit today so you wanna make a bitch decay
My son's mom went gone, it was really wrong
I thought I was gonna vomit searchin' for my son, but I didn't go John Muhammad
So the devil's right here on this level, wipe tears
That's 'cause when rebels ready to pop the heavy metal, why fear? (Yeah)
Abomination, they been fakin', consecration hatin', western education
Got that killer on a kid, I gotta chase 'em, go
Go
Spiralin' out of control and deeper down the rabbit hole, ay
Never gonna let them get the most of what they'll have to resurrect
You're sick to death, better take me down
I don't give a fuck, this disgrace to God (no), yeah (ah)
Never gonna let them get the most of what they'll have to resurrect
I don't give a fuck, this disgrace to God

Here's a brief update. Free Animals Sim is gone. I have created a Sim called DALLAS 2 that is becoming my Sim of my ANIMALS and much more. New items as well. When you arrive in DALLAS 2, CHECK OUT THE SMALL VENDORS. Many stuff boxes are from my inventory; you never know what's in them, and also boxes I have found around. Also, my daughter is working hard to get the gates open. Watch for the opening coming soon, but Dallas is always open. If you cannot get in, message me, and I will see that you can. Have fun.

Hi again everyone! Just an FYI, I have removed the Wednesday costume from my shop as well as the gown from the Lady Muerto costume. I gather from open sim. I have stated before that I am not the creator. You can examine each and while the box it is in may be mine, the items inside are not. Everyone have fun for Halloween! My shop will remain but as I have also stated in past posts, if you see something that is yours that you don't wish to have shared, let me know! I will remove it :) There is no way for me to know where, over the years, I have picked things up. But really...be nice and don't slam me in public :) I don't do that to people who obviously bring things from SL :) Happy Halloween!!

Zwölf Looks, null Langeweile bei BK-Mode

Athena spielt nicht auf Nummer sicher – sie mixt Silhouetten, Farben und Attitüden wie ein DJ mit Stilbewusstsein. Mal fließend und dramatisch, mal kantig und direkt, mal soft mit Punch. Jeder Look ist ein Statement, aber nie laut um des Lärms willen. Die Outfits sind wie Charaktere: eigenwillig, wandelbar, nie beliebig. Ob Crop-Top oder High-Slit-Gown – hier wird nicht zwischen Casual und Couture getrennt, sondern alles in Bewegung gebracht.

Was sie verbindet? Kein Dresscode, sondern ein Drive. Jeder Look ist wie ein Remix aus Haltung, Spieltrieb und Stilinstinkt. Kein Outfit duckt sich weg, keins schreit um Aufmerksamkeit – sie wirken, weil sie wollen. Athena zeigt: Mode ist kein Kompromiss, sondern ein Spielfeld für Selbstbewusstsein mit Stil.

🎸 DJ Yana Returns to the Stage! 🎶

After a well-deserved holiday, DJ Yana is back on the decks at the Alternate Metaverse Grid — and she’s bringing pure Glam Rock energy straight from the 70s and 80s! ✨

Join her Monday morning at 2 AM on the Moonlight Stage, located at the Main Landing Point of the AMV grid. Expect glitter, guitars, and that golden era of rock vibes! 🎤💫

Don’t miss it — Glam is back with DJ Yana!
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...

Share Your Story with Bla Bla Bla Magazine!

The Bla Bla Bla is looking for Special Happenings around Opensim for a 'Pocket Travel Guide' to 'Autumn and Winter' Places throughout 'November and December'.

Do you have a region, special happening, or themed event you’d like to spotlight? Don’t be shy — let me help get your story out there!

All I need is a notecard with:

Your SLURL

Your OSW page

The details you’d like included in the magazine plus Pictures/Photos.

It’s that easy!

Contact Sofee on OSW or inworld on AMV or on Discord to share your story.
Let’s make the next edition shine with your events and creativity!

OMG!! I LOVE Halloween! Look what I did! LOL! I added more costumes and lots more decor! I added more LMs to the box by the front door.... LMs for fabulous Halloween regions and costume shops and I haven't even seen it all! Grab a copy! It's sooo much fun to do this for everyone! I hope you enjoy decorating for Autumn and Halloween this year and i hope to see you all in your costumes! If you have some to share, click on anything and get my IM from my profile and drop it in! Drop your LMs too! I'm so happy to share! DO explore all these fun places! Send me pictures and I will put them on a texture board in my club, The Blue Grotto! Ok, off to bed with me! Have fun and see you soon! Hugggs all around!

Für die Männer gibt’s auch mal wieder was Neues 😉
Neue Pieces von Gianni & Legacy – jetzt sichern, solange sie da sind!

There's something new for the men too 😉
New pieces from Gianni & Legacy – get yours now while stocks last!

3-world.de:8002:Welcome

Alina Custom Vehicles.
Now at AMV a new store with easy access around the region bringing you unusual and unseen vehicles in Opensim.
Classic vehicles, Nascar race cars, Huge Hotrod range, Monster Trucks, Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Agriculture Vehicles, Huge Dinkie Vehicle section , Pick up trucks, just about something for everyone..

In region teleporter to make it easier to get around..NEW VEHICLES ADDED

Complete sim full of vehicles, almost 250 different vehicles to choose from it costs nothing to look, so take home something great. New vehicles being added weekly.
All vehicles can be altered or modified should you need, adjustments or additions happily done on request..
Hope to see you soon.
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/luna/126/128/22
Alina.

The Holiday Spirit has gotten hold of me and so I have been touched, though those who know me will tell you I'm touched (in the head) LOL. Anyway I just love working with my programs to produce beautiful things and this Nativity Scene has turned out lovely and will be a stunning addition to any Christmas venue or you can shrink it down to sit on a mantle or under a tree, but it reminds us of the REAL reason for the season. You can find it in the Holidays & Season's section of our mall. The teleport pad is at the landing point and looks like a manhole cover. Just click, select your destination, then click again to teleport. Blessings and much love, Lavia

🕯️ Jack is back… but he lost his head! 😱
Straight from Sciattisi Grid, here comes the Headless Jack Butler Collection — the most charming (and delightfully creepy) butler team in the virtual world!

🍸 Always dressed to impress in their striped suits, these headless butlers are ready to serve in style:
🥂 Champagne and strawberries for your classy nights,
🍷 red wine and treats for refined tastes,
☕️ cappuccino and cookies for late-night dreamers,
🍹 and even some spooky shooters for the brave ones!

👻 Visit us on Sciattisi Grid and let yourself be served by those who literally lost their heads for Halloween!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopCenter/218/43/22

Get ready for a spine-chilling adventure at Wednesday at Midnight! First stop—Beetlejuice’s haunting ground, the Maitland's house, where the strange and unusual never rest. Knock on the brick wall three times if you dare. Then, venture into the eerie halls of the Addams Family mansion! Feeling brave? Take the wheel and drive the bus yourself for a personal tour of this dark and quirky world. Whether you ride or drive, it’s a journey you won’t forget! three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Wednesday at Midnight