💤 Update: Seasonal Stabilization Successfully Concludes

Posted by: Playfair Department of Public Safety
Date: May 14, 2025

As of this morning, the town of Playfair has returned to full seasonal and spatial alignment.

The large shrub-based entity previously observed in Wilmer Park has entered a state of deep dormancy. This change is believed to be the result of proximity to the toad-like entity which emerged from the portal behind Marigold Diner. Officials report that the toad emitted a calming presence, causing the shrub to settle near the park’s eastern hill and fall asleep without incident.

The toad has since departed, leaving behind only footprints, a circle of blooming wildflowers, and a faint sense of being understood.

There is no longer any activity at the stone arch. While the structure remains in place, its glow has ceased, and its voice — if it had one — is now silent.

Residents may also have noticed the three commercial buildings that appeared during the event remain firmly in place. These include:

• An ice cream shop established in 1952

• A bookstore that some residents insist has always been here

• A hardware and lantern outlet with excellent lighting and limited hours

All businesses have passed a standard ethics audit and now feature clearly posted hours and employee silhouettes. They are open and welcoming to the public — for now.

As always, we thank residents for their patience, good sense, and refusal to ask too many questions.

Everything is Fine.
Please return to your regularly scheduled lives.