Note: This is inspired by the movie "Mr. Jones". I will use several themes and set ups from said movie, but many big changes have been made. No knowledge of the movie is necessary.
The first scarecrow was received in 1921. It was gnarled and gruesome, put together with sticks and animal bones in an almost delicate way. It sent shivers down the spine of anyone who saw it. And it came with only a small note signed by Mr. Jones.
Since then, less than a hundred of these scarecrows have been received across the world. They are considered to be rare and very valuable, however, they can not be sold. If taken from the premises of their designated location, they quickly rot and fall apart, and a new one will appear less than a week later. If left be, they appear to last forever. The people who receive them seem to be randomly selected: business owners, private homes, farms, schools, there is no pattern. However, a few who have studied the arcane have managed to pin down a possible purpose.
The world as we know it is separated into several different planes. Some of these planes are less pleasant than other. Some are inhabited by monsters and demons, and creatures who would happily overthrow mankind. The veil between our world and these worlds has always held strong, although it may be weak in certain places. These places are the ones that receive a scarecrow, to ward off those who otherwise come through.
Mr. Jones, whoever he is, has done his job as the veilkeeper for many years. However, about 15 years ago, the veil grew weaker than ever. Suddenly, the scarecrows weren't enough anymore. So what was the elusive artist to do?
Three children appeared. They didn't have names, families, or any recollection of a history. Each one was deformed. One didn't have ears; hear no evil. One didn't have eyes; see no evil. And one didn't have a mouth; speak no evil. These three children appeared in places on planet where the veil needed the most protection, and they were gifted with powers to ward evil away. They were beacons; a warning to anyone who picked a fight with this realm. As they grew, their powers grew stronger. Their purpose was clear to them, but never who they were or where they came from.
Now, as the veil continues to weaken, it has become apparent that Mr. Jones may need help. Small, doll sized scarecrows have been sent out to seemingly random people who resided near the full sized ones. Each one had three addresses written in a note where Mr. Jones's children could be found. The Beacons received letters and dolls as well, with with words "Come find me" scrolled by hand.
The search for Mr. Jones is on. Can he be found before the veil breaks down completely?
The first scarecrow was received in 1921. It was gnarled and gruesome, put together with sticks and animal bones in an almost delicate way. It sent shivers down the spine of anyone who saw it. And it came with only a small note signed by Mr. Jones.
Since then, less than a hundred of these scarecrows have been received across the world. They are considered to be rare and very valuable, however, they can not be sold. If taken from the premises of their designated location, they quickly rot and fall apart, and a new one will appear less than a week later. If left be, they appear to last forever. The people who receive them seem to be randomly selected: business owners, private homes, farms, schools, there is no pattern. However, a few who have studied the arcane have managed to pin down a possible purpose.
The world as we know it is separated into several different planes. Some of these planes are less pleasant than other. Some are inhabited by monsters and demons, and creatures who would happily overthrow mankind. The veil between our world and these worlds has always held strong, although it may be weak in certain places. These places are the ones that receive a scarecrow, to ward off those who otherwise come through.
Mr. Jones, whoever he is, has done his job as the veilkeeper for many years. However, about 15 years ago, the veil grew weaker than ever. Suddenly, the scarecrows weren't enough anymore. So what was the elusive artist to do?
Three children appeared. They didn't have names, families, or any recollection of a history. Each one was deformed. One didn't have ears; hear no evil. One didn't have eyes; see no evil. And one didn't have a mouth; speak no evil. These three children appeared in places on planet where the veil needed the most protection, and they were gifted with powers to ward evil away. They were beacons; a warning to anyone who picked a fight with this realm. As they grew, their powers grew stronger. Their purpose was clear to them, but never who they were or where they came from.
Now, as the veil continues to weaken, it has become apparent that Mr. Jones may need help. Small, doll sized scarecrows have been sent out to seemingly random people who resided near the full sized ones. Each one had three addresses written in a note where Mr. Jones's children could be found. The Beacons received letters and dolls as well, with with words "Come find me" scrolled by hand.
The search for Mr. Jones is on. Can he be found before the veil breaks down completely?
