Hi everyone,

Great workshop today at Cool School! We were so glad to see those “aha!” moments happening throughout the session. We missed a few of our regulars who couldn’t make it, whether feeling under the weather or helping out family members, but no worries!

We’ve put together a two-part video recap that walks through exactly what we covered today. It’s always great to join a workshop live, but these videos are a perfect way to catch up (and you don’t even have to take notes!).

Thanks again for your participation and enthusiasm. We really appreciate it!

Part 1 - 15 minutes https://youtu.be/5MUkXm1NDsg?si=NoR3yWGw9WOsMvdK
Part 2 - 15 minutes https://youtu.be/_KWoGDkwitw?si=9Rl4kV17BkKA2Kqz

The moment you step into Fantasia, the air itself feels alive—thick with shimmer and old magic, like the land is breathing alongside you.
Behind you lie the sunlit meadows where fairies darted like living sparks, their laughter chiming as softly as windbells. You remember the elves, tall and watchful among silver-barked trees, their eyes holding centuries of knowing. You remember the unicorns standing still and showing majesty.
But Fantasia is never only gentle.
Ahead of you, the land sinks.
The colors drain away as if swallowed. The ground grows soft beneath your boots, and a low fog crawls along the earth, curling around your ankles like curious fingers. You’ve reached the swamp.
Cold presses in immediately. Not the sharp cold of winter, but a damp, bone-seeping chill that slides under your cloak and settles into your spine. The light dims, smothered by towering, twisted trees whose branches claw at the sky. Long vines hang down, swaying slowly, as though the swamp itself is breathing… watching… waiting.
Every step makes a sound—squelch, suck, sigh—and each one feels far too loud.
Then it happens.
You freeze.
Right in front of your face, no more than a breath away, something moves.
A snake, its body looped over a branch above, dangles down like a living rope. Its scales gleam wetly in the faint light, eyes unblinking, ancient and patient. You can almost feel its cold presence measuring you. Time stretches. Your heart hammers. Slowly—so slowly—you lean back, easing past it. The snake doesn’t strike… but you feel its gaze follow you long after you’ve gone.
You force yourself onward.
The swamp deepens. Water pools around your calves now, black and opaque. The silence grows heavier, broken only by distant croaks and the low hum of unseen insects. Then—
SPLASH.
The water erupts beside you.
An alligator surges from the muck, jaws snapping shut where your leg had been a heartbeat before. Mud and water explode into the air. You stumble back, slipping, barely keeping your footing as the beast thrashes, its armored body rippling with raw, prehistoric power. Yellow eyes lock onto yours—hungry, calculating.
You don’t wait.
You run.
Branches whip at your face. Vines tear at your clothes. Your breath burns in your chest as you burst through the reeds and into a clearing—only to stop dead.
Because you are not alone.
They rise from the shadows like the swamp’s final judgment.
Trolls.
Huge, hunched shapes with skin like moss-covered stone, eyes glowing faintly beneath heavy brows. Their bodies are scarred, ancient, as if they were carved from the swamp itself and given cruel life. One grips a massive club studded with bones. Another snarls, revealing jagged teeth stained dark with old victories.
Their laughter rumbles low and ugly, shaking the air.
“You’ve wandered far, little traveler,” one growls, its voice like rocks grinding together.
The cold, the darkness, the weight of Fantasia’s trials all press down on you in that moment. Behind you: the snake, the alligator, the endless swamp. Ahead of you: the trolls and whatever fate they decide.
And yet…
Somewhere deep inside, the magic you felt at the beginning—the fairies’ light, the unicorn’s calm, the elves’ quiet strength—flares again.
Fantasia has tested you.
Now it waits to see who you truly are.

Sonntag:
Ölt die Zahnräder, poliert die Goggles und schnallt euer Korsetts fest – am 25.01.2026 ab 20:00 Uhr wird nicht nur Dampf gemacht, sondern richtig aufgedreht.
DJ Kai wirbelt die Ventilatoren an,
Plattenschubse Marina schmeißt die Scheiben wie glühende Kohlen ins Getriebe.
Erwartet einen Abend voller Funkensprühen, schräger Erfindungen und tanzender Maschinenwesen.
Komm im Steampunk-Look oder so, wie du die Zeitmaschine gerade ausspuckt – Hauptsache bereit für Chaos mit Stil.

A Scottish Tradition on the SevenSeas
Everyone is Welcome to Celebrate Burns Night on the Aurora II Cruise Ship as Clan Escotia presents Robbie Burns Night.

Including A Burns supper which is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns.
Traditional spirits, entertainment and dinner will be served.
Alternatives to the traditional Scottish haggis will be available for the faint of heart.

Held at the Aurora II Celebration Hall on January 24th from 10:00am (Grid time).
Enjoy a traditional Burns Supper, honoring the life and poetry of Scotland’s beloved poet Robert Burns, surrounded by authentic Scottish atmosphere.

What to Expect:
Traditional spirits
Live entertainment
A full Burns Night dinner

Alternatives to traditional Scottish haggis for the faint of heart

Location: Aurora II – Ballroom, SevenSeas
Date: January 24th
Time: From 10:00 AM (Grid Time)

Come celebrate poetry, heritage, and community on the open seas — everyone is welcome!

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♪ Set sail for a morning of Celtic magic and pirate spirit as Arvi performs live at ARV Music Club. ♪
♪♪ Expect enchanting vocals inspired by Blackmore’s Night, Celtic Woman, Loreena McKennitt, and other timeless fantasy favorites. ♪♪

♪When: 8 AM SLT
♪Where: hop://neverworldgrid.com:8002/ARV%20Music%20Club/128/127/2...
♪Attire: Casual or Fantasy — pirates, elves, and dreamers welcome

♪ Hoist the sails, gather your crew, and join us for a magical live performance!

H-Blockx - Die Geburt einer Crossover-Legende

In den frühen 1990er Jahren, als Deutschland noch die Nachwirkungen der Wiedervereinigung verdaute und die Musikszene von neuen Energien pulsierte, entstand in der westfälischen Stadt Münster eine Band, die die Grenzen zwischen Genres sprengen sollte.

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Everyone is invited to join in A Scottish Tradition on the SevenSeas

Celebrate Burns Night on the Aurora II Cruise Ship as Clan Escotia presents Robbie Burns Night.

Starting 10:00am Grid Time today

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Everyone is invited to join in A Scottish Tradition on the SevenSeas

Celebrate Burns Night on the Aurora II Cruise Ship as Clan Escotia presents Robbie Burns Night.

Including A Burns supper which is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns. Traditional spirits, entertainment and dinner will be served.
Alternatives to the traditional Scottish haggis will be available for the faint of heart.

Held at the Aurora II Ballroom Deck Today (January 24th)
Starting from 10:00am (Grid time) with DJ Cliff warming up the Bag Pipes following at 11am - Clan and the Clan Band

DJ TYLER - Moonlight Show 2am - 4am grid
Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to Alternate Metaverse!
We are looking forward to seeing you all here :)
Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/35...

NEW UPDATES!

it turns out Lotek is still around! She has given me permission to share the last update she did to the collars. All collars in the store have been updated. The AO on the right on the wall has been updated too. Soon more stuff will be added to the store that she has done with the udpates.

PS. 8.3 is still coming, this will be a sperate store. a few things that need fixing are being looked into. once that is done then i can finish the store.

I will like to give a big shoutout to LOTEK!

Our latest set - Green Screen Studio - where video magic happens! Sometimes you need to shoot that epic video and make the magic happen during post-edit, the Green Screen Studio was born for just this need!

Join us at the Piazza at 3 pm grid time, for a couple of hours of fun and music while Rockin' Robert spins the tunes for us via his live radio station Wax Radio.
The Piazza, where good friends and great music always come together.
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Wake up on the FUNSIDE of the BED with DEEJAY Sofee this Morning!!!

Wake Up with DeeJay Sofee! this Morning.

It’s time for that Breakfast Vibe - today from 6AM to 8AM grid time at the Alternate Metaverse Main Landing Point!

It's time to Bounce out of your Bed and grab your coffee mug, and teleport over to the Main Landing Point.

Let DeeJay Sofee wake your Friday morning up with a BIG BANG to start your day. (It's not going to be a quiet Morning)

Today’s Genre: Sofees Morning Style (TUNES)!!!.

Come on over and Wake up the Sofee Way and celebrate being alive this beautiful Friday morning!

Location:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...

Everyone is Welcome, See you there! :-))

Alina's Vehicles

Hot rods, Monster Trucks, Classic Car, Modern Cars,
Indy, Touring cars, Pro Stock cars, F1 cars. ALL DRIVEABLE
Semi Truck, Full Size Rigs, Semi Trailers

4 +full sims of vehicles approximately 800 to 900 different vehicles in stock

Easy Region Teleporter for easy access or take a segway ride at your leisure

Lots of new things to see i cant list all here.so come over and find things you didnt think you needed

All vehicles drive unless stated

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

Flor de Loto – Die Fusion von Progressivem Rock und Anden-Folklore

Flor de Loto, übersetzt als „Lotosblume“, ist eine peruanische Band aus Lima, die seit ihrer Gründung im Jahr 1998 die Musikszene mit einer einzigartigen Mischung aus progressivem Rock, Heavy Metal und traditionellen andinen Klängen bereichert.

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🌙 MOONLIGHT SHOW – 2AM GRIDTIME
DJ Yana live at AMV Grid – Main Landing Point
Step into a night wrapped in memories, music, and the glow of the past.
This Moonlight Show is a special one, dedicated to my Dad, whose birthday falls on this very day.
He filled our home with every kind of music you can imagine, and those sounds shaped my ears, my style, and the way I play today.

Think back to those living‑room parties…
Dining table pushed aside, lamp tied up higher so no one hit their head, and the old Delfts‑blue vases on the sideboard shaking on their feet while the wooden floor came alive.
That’s the spirit I’m bringing to the grid tonight.

🎶 All the 60’s and 70’s you love
🎶 A warm, nostalgic set straight from the heart
🎶 A tribute to the man who taught me what music really means

Join me under the moonlight at AMV Grid.
Let’s make the floor dance again.
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Manifest des Kreakurs Vision Boards

Ich glaube nicht an Ziele, die man sich setzt wie Möbelstücke.
Ich glaube an Bilder, die auftauchen, bevor man weiß, was sie bedeuten.

Ich glaube daran, dass Wünsche keine Schwäche sind, sondern Hinweise.
Dass Träume keine Flucht sind, sondern Entwürfe.
Dass Fantasie kein Luxus ist, sondern ein Orientierungsorgan.

Ich verweigere die Vorstellung, man müsse erst „bereit“ sein, um zu beginnen.
Bereitschaft entsteht im Tun.
Klarheit folgt der Bewegung, nicht umgekehrt.

Ein Vision Board ist kein Wunschzettel.
Es ist kein Erfolgsplan.
Es ist ein stiller Ort, an dem das Unausgesprochene Bilder findet.

Ich arbeite nicht gegen Widerstände,
ich höre ihnen zu.
Oft wissen sie mehr als der Wille.

Ich glaube nicht an kreative und unkreative Menschen.
Ich glaube an geübte und entmutigte.
Und an das Recht, neu zu üben.

Der Prozess ist wichtiger als das Produkt.
Nicht, weil das Ergebnis egal wäre,
sondern weil es sonst leer bleibt.

Ich traue langsamen Erkenntnissen.
Ich misstraue schnellen Versprechen.
Ich nehme innere Bilder ernst, auch wenn sie noch keine Sprache haben.

Ich kann meine Träume nicht fristlos entlassen.
Ich schulde ihnen noch mein Leben.

Dieses Manifest richtet sich an alle,
die spüren, dass etwas in ihnen arbeiten will,
ohne sich erklären zu müssen.

An alle, die sich erinnern wollen.
An alle, die nicht optimiert, sondern wahrhaftig leben wollen.

Das Vision Board ist kein Ende.
Es ist eine Einladung.
Und Einladungen darf man annehmen.

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Vision-Board-Workshop – Bilder finden für das, was werden will

Wenn Sie auf dem Weg sind, Ihren Wünschen und inneren Bildern Raum zu geben, kann ich Sie dabei begleiten.

In diesem Workshop arbeiten wir mit Vision Boards als schöpferischem Werkzeug. Es geht nicht darum, Ziele zu „optimieren“ oder sich selbst zu überlisten, sondern darum, sichtbar zu machen, was in Ihnen bereits angelegt ist. Bilder, Worte, Farben und Formen helfen dabei, das Unklare behutsam zu ordnen – nicht rational, sondern sinnlich und intuitiv.

Sie bereiten sich vor, indem Sie sich Zeit nehmen für eine kurze schriftliche Annäherung an Ihre aktuellen Fragen, Sehnsüchte oder Lebensentwürfe. Diese Notizen sind kein Leistungstest, sondern ein Ausgangspunkt. Im Workshop greifen wir sie auf und lassen daraus ein persönliches Vision Board entstehen. Der Prozess ist offen, langsam und respektvoll. Das Ergebnis darf sich zeigen, muss aber nichts „leisten“.

Der Workshop eignet sich für Menschen,
– die sich neu ausrichten möchten
– die an einer Schwelle stehen
– die spüren, dass etwas in Bewegung kommen will, aber noch keine Worte hat

Wir arbeiten mit Papier, Bildern, Textfragmenten und einfachen gestalterischen Mitteln. Vorkenntnisse sind nicht nötig. Fantasie ist kein Talent, sondern ein menschliches Grundvermögen – manchmal verschüttet, nie verloren.

Auf Wunsch begleite ich Sie auch über den Workshop hinaus: im Gespräch, im Schreiben oder bei der Weiterentwicklung dessen, was sichtbar geworden ist. Ein Vision Board ist kein fertiger Plan, sondern ein lebendiger Dialog mit Ihrer Innenwelt.

„Ich kann meine Träume nicht fristlos entlassen.
Ich schulde ihnen noch mein Leben.“

Vielleicht erinnern Sie sich an Zeiten, in denen Vorstellungen leicht entstanden sind, ohne Rechtfertigung, ohne Nutzenrechnung. Diese innere Freiheit ist nicht verschwunden. Sie wartet darauf, wieder angesprochen zu werden.

Erzählen Sie mir von dem, was Sie bewegt – persönlich oder schriftlich. Ich begleite Sie ein Stück auf Ihrem Weg und öffne mit Ihnen den Blick: nach innen und nach außen. Sie werden merken, wie viel Klarheit, Lebendigkeit und Orientierung aus scheinbar einfachen Bildern entstehen kann.

Kreativität hilft nicht nur beim Erschaffen von Kunst, sondern beim Leben selbst. Sie ist eine Übung. Und jede Übung beginnt mit einem ersten, freundlichen Schritt.

Zoree Jupiter live at Speakeasy Swinghard on AMV Events : Thu 22nd Jan 11:00 AM to Thu 22nd Jan 12:30 PM
Zoree Jupiter - Zoree is a truly incredible live singer with a wide variety of music and a voice that ranges from soft, sultry `n sexy to ready to rock your socks! Her events are always fun and so well attended
Map us at: alternatemetaverse.com:8002:AMV Events

****** HEADS UP NOTICE FOR THIS SATURDAY ******

A Scottish Tradition on the Seven Seas

Everyone is warmly invited to celebrate Burns Night aboard the Aurora II Cruise Ship, as Clan Escotia proudly presents Robbie Burns Night.

Enjoy a traditional Burns Supper, honoring the life and poetry of Scotland’s beloved poet Robert Burns, surrounded by authentic Scottish atmosphere.

What to Expect:

Traditional spirits

Live entertainment

A full Burns Night dinner

Alternatives to traditional Scottish haggis for the faint of heart

Location: Aurora II – Celebration Hall, SevenSeas
Date: January 24th
Time: From 10:00 AM (Grid Time)

Come celebrate poetry, heritage, and community on the open seas — everyone is welcome!

🔥 MORNING BREAKFAST SHOW – THURSDAY-22 JANUARY ’26

🔥 BANANA STAGE
• AMV GRID • 6 AM GRID TIME

Wake up the grid with noise, nostalgia, and zero apologies.

At 6 AM sharp, DJ Yana Dakota storms the Banana Stage with a playlist that refuses to behave, oldies that punch, classics that bite, and a final half hour that kicks the morning door wide open.
This isn’t your grandma’s breakfast music.
This is coffee with attitude, sunshine with swagger, and a soundtrack that refuses to let you start the day half‑asleep.

If you want safe and quiet, stay in bed.
If you want energy, rebellion, and a blast of pure retro power, get your pixels to the Banana Stage.

🍌 AMV Grid – Main Landing Point → Banana Stage
⏰ 6 AM Grid Time
🌐 HG: amvgrid.com:8002

Wake up loud.
Wake up proud.
Wake up with DJ Yana Dakota.
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Rob Zombie

Entdecke die faszinierende Biografie von Rob Zombie: Von White Zombie über Solokarriere, Horrorfilme wie Halloween-Remake bis zur Freaks on Parade Tour 2026 mit Marilyn Manson. Detaillierte Infos zu Alben, Bandmitgliedern, Meilensteinen und dem neuen Album The Great Satan.

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🚀 Progress update!
We’re making steady progress every day as we move closer to our April 1st launch.
Yesterday marked an important milestone: the Lycan HUD is now complete 🐺🔥

🌐 Official website:
https://bloodmoonpack.com/

📖 Guides page (currently under construction):
https://bloodmoonpack.com/pages/guide.php


🚀 Avancement du projet !
Nous avançons chaque jour un peu plus vers l’ouverture prévue le 1er avril.
Une étape importante a été franchie hier : le HUD Lycan est désormais terminé 🐺🔥

🌐 Site officiel :
https://bloodmoonpack.com/

📖 Page des guides (en cours de construction) :
https://bloodmoonpack.com/pages/guide.php

CABINET WITH DRAWERS

With ambient occlusion in (O)RM you have the ability to easily change the texture of the object without using graphics programs

ORM Texture & Instructions Included

You can take here : hop://craft-world.org:8002/MAGIC%20FANTASY/167/30/23

Join us for an afternoon of blues music at Smokehouse, featuring live performances from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and let the music inspire you to dance. Whether you're looking to connect with new acquaintances or spend time with old friends, Smokehouse is the place to be. We look forward to welcoming you.

This mini workout targets the arms, legs and glutes! All while standing in place. Have a chair nearby to hold on to if you need to. Join the opensim connect Discord channel and join us in the Moving with friends channel.
https://discord.gg/wRVn7Aqzn7

**Announcing the opening of Barely Covered Boutique…**



Featuring our unique line of casual clothing and swimwear designed for sun, skin, and effortless style. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, diving into the water, or heating things up in a hidden spot, our looks are made to keep you feeling confident, sexy, and completely yourself.

From playful beachwear to barely‑there bikinis, every piece is crafted to flatter your shape and show off just the right amount. Perfect for relaxing, flirting, or making an entrance that no one forgets. All Av sizes are supported ... you can even find a few things for the guys!!



Slip into something BARE ... and unforgettable —

Barely Covered Boutique: where less is always more.

DJ TED Morning breakfast show today from now till 8 am grid time, Like to join me, feel free to come over, everybody is welcome, Todays music will be some chillout lounge and some with a twist :)) cya there !!!

Die Entstehung einer Klangwelt: Der Ursprung der Pat Metheny Group

In den späten 1970er Jahren begann eine musikalische Reise, die das Gesicht des modernen Jazz nachhaltig verändern sollte.
Alles nahm seinen Anfang im ländlichen Missouri, wo Patrick Bruce Metheny, geboren am 12. August 1954 in Lee's Summit, aufwuchs.

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