with Honeysuckle Rose Loving
I'm sure you got used to the last writer who did your “around town” article, but here at the Enquirer we've undergone a few shifts in staff. So Miss Jinxelle has asked that I introduce myself. My name is Honeysuckle Rose Loving, and I am a worgen. I only add the last part because folks seem to be a little surprised by it still. Don't worry, I've had all my recent shots! I'll be handling your events column for the coming year, I hope you enjoy!
It's been awhile since our last issue so there are lots of things to catch up on this month.
On November 26th, just a few days after Deathwing's assault on Stormwind, the Dragonsworn Council arrived in the city with much needed relief and supplies. Among items being handed out were: potions, magical jewelry, bags, bombs, armor and more!
These kind individuals did not stop at what was useful. They also gave out what they called “morale boosters” which were things like mechanical pets and steam tonks. Good thinking! People need to smile and laugh even in the rough times. Anyone that could beat the Dragonsworn's Matron at tonk battling was given a hefty reward in gold coins.
Members of the Retribution of Arathor were reported to be seen lending a hand in the charity and it's rumored a mage named Siku may have been gifting random adventures with gold as well.
As a last hoorah, fireworks were set off to boost spirits.
The Dragonsworn Council has asked that we give thanks on their behalf to the following people who donated items or helped to hand them out: Alyiah, Exziber, "Frosty", Hildwyn, Lexix, Ruby, Tabasa, Siku, Steelshatter, and Wayhelm. They would also like to extend a thank you to Maverone and Eon for being able to shout loudly!
On December 30th the folks of ZeGuild held a 
Pre-New Year's Eve Fireworks Display in Stormwind's Vally of Heroes. I was on hand to witness myself folks and tell you what, it was impressive! Guests from the horde were even present.
The display began just after ten in the evening, with a speech by Teshimine. He's the bloke that put it all together.
“Greetings people of the alliance, Brothers and sisters of the horde. Welcome to our gathering. As we enter into another New Year,we should look back on the past years and look on our accomplishments, as well as those of our Rivals, the mighty Horde. Yes, they are indeed mighty, only a fool would be ignorant of them and their formidable leaders. Without our combined might, we would have fallen to the forces of the Burning Legion, or that of the Scourge. Granted, we have come out of many dire situations alive, but we definitely have NOT come out unscathed. We have had to pay a heavy price, and so has our beloved home, Azeroth. Right now we face what is by far the greatest threat that we have ever faced. The Destroyer, Deathwing, wishes to annihilate all that we hold dear and reforge Azeroth in flame. We shall send a message back to him. We shall show him that we will NOT roll over and die quietly, we will NOT let this world that we and the people before us have worked so hard to cultivate come to an end. We will defend our homes, our families and our friends to our dying breath.
NOW, RAISE YOUR VOICES WITH ME, PEOPLE OF THE ALLIANCE, SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF THE HORDE! LET US SHOW DEATHWING THAT WE DO NOT FEAR HIM, AND THAT WE WILL MAKE HIM PAY FOR THE DESTRUCTION HE HAS BROUGHT TO OUR LAND! FOR THE ALLIANCE! LOK'TAR OGAR! Let the fireworks display begin! COMMENCE FIRING!”
Rousing to be sure. The fireworks continued long into the night. A grand way to open the New Year! We here at the Enquirer thank you sir!
On January 3rd at six o'clock the Wyvern's Tail opened in Orgrimmar under slightly new management. Our Editor in Chief scoped it out to get us the details! It seems one Gorkor Wolfscorn is teaming up with the local bartender Gravey to bring folks more brew than they know what to do with! He's hoping to serve his specialty brews every other week at the Wyvern's Tail and has a few goals in mind. In his own words, “Well, I'd like to get a brewmaster coalition going and mix up the days, maybe even exchange recipes and brew.”
The service was friendly if not the fastest in town. The atmosphere was great, and our staff was given some free drinks on the house to sample. They suggest trying the Blood Red Ale if you venture in, one of Gorkor's specialties that is stronger than it appears!
We advise you steer clear of the Embalming Fluid though, folks! That stuff belongs in the veins of the Forsaken, not the bellies of the sane. It comes with a warning label: Neither Gorkor nor his associates are responsible for any damage Embalming Fluid might do to your kidneys, nor cases of death. Regardless one Hal Brainbuckle decided to give it a go. He was last seen being resuscitated with jumper cables at the bar. We have been informed he survived but was suffering slight memory trouble.
As for upcoming events this month, be sure to head on over to Thelsamar around eight o'clock on Saturday evenings for the Wyrmhearth Tavern. They make amazing hot wings!
The Wayward Son is currently in flux, with the Park having been destroyed and all, but we'll let you know as soon as the Retribution makes a move. Rumor has it they may reopen the Son in Hearthglen, but so far it's only speculation.
There'll be a new tavern opening in Iron Forge this weekend in what was once Bruuk's Corner. The Hair of the Dog is operated by Lafayette Arrant and Loretta Beauchamp. They're pushing a quieter atmosphere with an array of specialty mixed drinks as well as their own brews. Come on by for Grand Opening on Sunday the 9th at seven o'clock! Everything is on the house and there is to be live entertainment.
Until next month this is your Hound About Town, signing off!
