Soaring Hope: Less Risky Message Delivery Lends Wings to the Wingless   After the mixed results of their first venture, the Less Risky Message Delivery (LRMD) franchise decided to pivot their efforts toward a cause close to many hearts—and wings. Reports of a mysterious figure targeting flying creatures and cruelly removing their wings had shaken the region, leaving countless victims grounded both literally and figuratively. Determined to make a difference (and perhaps salvage their reputation), LRMD launched a bold new initiative: a seven-day charity fundraiser to support these victims.   ---   The Plan   Pooling 150 gold coins into the effort, the franchise rallied its members and leveraged their creative talents. The campaign, dubbed Soaring Hope, aimed to raise awareness, provide financial aid to affected individuals, and fund magical and medical resources for wing restoration where possible. The LRMD Sub-Employees were tasked with boots-on-the-ground operations, while the more senior franchise members handled logistics and promotion.   ---   The Execution   The event featured a week-long series of activities and appeals:   Day 1: Winged Walk A solidarity march through the city streets, led by LRMD members and volunteers wearing symbolic feathered cloaks. Participants shared stories of those who had lost their wings, bringing the issue to the forefront of public consciousness.   Day 2: Sky Lantern Vigil An evening vigil saw thousands of enchanted lanterns released into the sky, symbolizing hope and resilience. Many attendees donated generously during this emotional display.   Day 3-5: Fundraising Carnival The LRMD hosted a bustling charity carnival, complete with games, food stalls, and magical performances. Highlights included a thrilling griffon-taming show, a "pin the wings on the pegasus" game for children, and an auction featuring rare magical trinkets.   Day 6: Celebrity Charity Gala Leveraging their Acquisitions Inc. connections, LRMD invited notable adventurers and city elites to a high-profile gala. Donations poured in from wealthy benefactors, inspired by the franchise’s noble cause.   Day 7: The Grand Finale The week concluded with a dramatic aerial show performed by local flying creatures and adventurers, serving as both a celebration of flight and a reminder of its fragility. A final round of fundraising brought the campaign to a triumphant close after the Cobblecloak, alone, family donated 500 gold coins.   ---   The Results   The Soaring Hope fundraiser was a staggering success. Public sentiment toward LRMD soared as high as the sky lanterns, with the franchise hailed as champions of the downtrodden. In total, the fundraiser amassed a fortune in donations, ensuring resources for healing, support, and advocacy for the victims.   Of course, no charity is complete without "administrative costs." LRMD prudently skimmed a modest 500 gold coins as a management fee—a necessary expense to ensure the franchise’s continued operations and ability to fund future initiatives. The remaining funds were allocated to reputable healers, magical researchers, and relief efforts, making a genuine difference for those affected by the mysterious wing thief.