Newspaper Entry #5

The village of Nosummer is once again the subject of intrigue as the newly emerged landmass, which captured the imagination of locals and experts alike, has vanished without a trace. The disappearance of the landmass has left the community with more questions than answers.
Just days after its sudden appearance, the rocky outcrop that had extended the village’s coastline has inexplicably disappeared. “I woke up to the sound of waves where the land used to be,” reported a bewildered fisherman. The area where the landmass stood is now nothing but open water.
Sofiahold researchers who had arrived to study the phenomenon were met with an empty horizon. “It’s as if it was never there,” said one geomancer, scanning the sea with a puzzled look. Theories range from natural subsidence to more fantastical explanations involving optical illusions and underwater activity and sea witches.
The villagers, who had briefly entertained visions of tourist influx and fame, are now left to ponder the ephemeral nature of their unexpected landmark. “It was here, and now it’s gone,” the mayor said, echoing the sentiment of the community.
As the tides continue to ebb and flow, the mystery of Nosummer’s disappearing landmass remains unsolved, leaving an indelible mark on the village’s history and lore.