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Step into the shadows and slip behind the velvet curtain. Miss Knotty's Circus beckons, not with its dazzling lights, but with the secrets that lie beneath.
Staff
Side Characters
Kovu's Pride
Tevildo
Male Black Panther
7 years old
Rescued from: Poacher's trap as a cub.He is Miss Knotty's personal pet.
Jinx
Female Snow Leopard
2 years old
Rescued from: Zoo
Sunset
Male Leopard
4 years old
Rescued from: Animal Testing Facility
Houdini
Male Jaguar
5 years old
Rescued from: Abusive Big Cat Tamer from a rival Circus
Blaze
Female Tiger
8 years old
Rescued from: Animal Fighting Ring
Peter's Pet Dragon
Elliot
Rescued from: Black Market Dealer
Elliot was rescued by Peter when he discovered the dragon's egg being sold at a shady market. They've been inseparable since.
Patrick Murphy
The Keg and Coffin Bartender
Wisecracking | Warm| Knowledgeable
Species: Ghost
Age: 58 upon death
Loves: telling stories, listening to people's problems, offering good life advice
Hates: rude bar patrons, wasting alcohol
Before the Circus | Origin
Patrick Murphy was a blacksmith, married to his wife, Mrs. Moira Murphy, for over 30 years. He died of a heart attack, his soul feeling he still had unfinished business.While on an afterlife bar crawl with a friend named Johnny Tarr, Paddy was approached by a mysterious Ringmistress, Miss Knotty, who offered the men a job at her new establishment in her circus: The Keg and Coffin.
fun fact: Patrick Murphy is best friends with Sean Kelly, the circus performer Peter Kelly's grandfather.
Obituary
Patrick Murphy, known to everyone as Paddy, a man whose laugh could fill a pub and whose smile was as warm as a peat fire, departed this world at the ripe age of 58. Paddy was a cornerstone of his community, known for his open door, his infectious humor, and his bottomless mug when it came to a good pint.He wasn't a man of fancy suits or grand pronouncements. Paddy spoke the language of shared stories, of eyes twinkling over a well-spun yarn, and of hands raised in toasts that echoed the rhythm of his boisterous heart. He loved a good debate, mind you, but always with a glint in his eye and a pint ready to mend any ruffled feathers.Work, for Paddy, was more than just a means to an end. He poured his passion into his craft, leaving behind not just metalwork, but a legacy of honest toil and a quiet pride in a job well done. And when the day was done, there was nothing he cherished more than gathering his friends and family around a crackling fire, swapping tales that grew taller with each sip, and filling the air with the music of laughter and lively jigs.Patrick Murphy wasn't a perfect man, but he was a good one. A man who valued loyalty, craved laughter, and embraced life with a gusto that could shame a hurricane. He leaves behind a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and the faint aroma of good whiskey, a reminder that a life well-lived is a life worth celebrating, even with a tear or two in the corner of your eye.So, raise a glass, friends, to Paddy Murphy, a man who may be gone, but whose spirit will forever linger in the echo of a well-told joke, the warmth of a shared meal, and the melody of a raised voice in song. Sláinte!
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Johnny Tarr
The Keg and Coffin Bartender
Silly | Insistent | Warm-Hearted
Species: Ghost
Age: 29 upon death
Loves: drinking, drinking, drinking
Hates: not drinking
Before the Circus | Origin
Johnny Tarr was a dock worker, a man without a passion in the world outside of drinking. He died of thirst, waiting for his next pint in the Castle Bar.While on an afterlife bar crawl with a friend named Patrick Murphy, Johnny was approached by a mysterious Ringmistress, Miss Knotty, who offered the men a job at her new establishment in her circus: The Keg and Coffin.
Obituary
Johnny Tarr wasn’t just a man, he was a hurricane of laughter, a jig in every step, a hard drinking son of a preacher. A proud Irishman with a twinkle in his eye, he shuffled off this mortal coil at the age of 29.Johnny carried the gift of the gab, weaving tales that could charm birds out of the trees and leave you thirsty for another round (and maybe a jig or two). He loved a good pub, the kind where regulars were family, laughter hung heavy in the air, and Guinness flowed like the River Liffey.He wasn’t a saint, mind you. Johnny enjoyed the finer things in life — a perfectly poured pint, a lively debate on anything and everything, and the company of good souls who knew to spin a yarn and share a smile.So, don’t mourn him, friends. Raise a glass to Johnny Tarr, the son of a preacher, the proud Irishman, the king of the barstool. Remember him with a smile, a story, and a toast to a life well-lived, a life overflowing with music and laughter and the warmth of good company. Sláinte, Johnny! May your next round be on the house!
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Nora Dowling
The Keg and Coffin Potions Brewer
Innovative | Empathetic | Whimsical
Species: Human
Age: 24
Loves: potion making, helping others, finding solutions to people's troubles
Hates: feeling useless, spiders, people who don't believe in her ability
Before the Circus | Origin
Nora's story began in a hidden grove, deep within the whispering woods. Raised by a coven of nature witches, she learned the secrets of herbs, whispers of the wind, and the language of moonlight. Unlike her sisters, content with tending their mystical garden, Nora craved adventure. She yearned for the vibrancy of human life, the laughter and tears that flowed freely beyond the trees.
Background
One moonlit night, Nora, with a knapsack of potions and a head full of dreams, slipped into the bustling city. She found herself drawn to Miss Knotty's Circus and Carnival, a circus bathed in an otherworldly glow. Mesmerized by the daring feats and fantastical acts, Nora knew she belonged. Yet, she worried her true nature would be ostracized.Opportunity struck when a performer, her voice hoarse from singing, collapsed backstage. Nora, remembering a soothing potion, stepped forward. The elixir worked its magic, and the singer returned to the stage, her voice stronger than ever. The crowd roared, and Nora, with a mischievous glint in her eye, saw her chance.She offered her services to the circus ringmistress, Miss Knotty. Intrigued by her potions and her mystifying presence, Miss Knotty agreed, employing her at The Keg and Coffin. Nora's concoctions, brewed with moonlight and laughter, enhanced performances, soothed anxieties, and sparked joy.But Nora wasn't just a crowd-pleaser. She saw the performers' struggles, their fears and vulnerabilities. She brewed potions not just for showmanship, but for healing and hope. A potion of courage calmed the nerves of a tightrope walker. A draught of resilience mended the bruised bones of a fallen clown. Each night, under the big top, Nora wove magic, not just with her potions, but with her kindness and empathy.
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