The air in New Eridu crackled with more than just Hollow energy this summer. A tantalizing aroma of spices, sizzling street food, and something suspiciously like burnt toast drifted through the alleys, drawing Proxies from every corner. At the center of the commotion stood Ellen Joe, her shark tail swishing with barely contained excitement, Manato flipping a mysterious concoction with theatrical flair, and Crispyboo—the ever-enthusiastic mascot—waving a ladle like a conductor’s baton. The trio had launched a global culinary adventure, and they were inviting every Proxy to join the feast.

But what exactly was this delicious chaos? It was a social media interactive event, one that promised not just a virtual taste test but a chance to win real merchandise. The question was simple: share the food you want to try the most in the comments. And who could resist? After all, in a world where danger lurked around every corner, a little culinary daydream felt like a well-earned respite.

The event, which ran from July 17 to July 23, 2026, invited Proxies to flood the comments section with their most mouthwatering desires. Whether it was a steaming bowl of ramen from the far reaches of the New Eridu underground, a delicate pastry from a forgotten district, or simply a perfectly grilled fish—every answer was a ticket into a random draw. Fifty lucky winners would each receive a Cinema Series: Framed Acrylic Card Set (with Display Frame) featuring a random character. That’s right—fifty sets, each one a little piece of cinematic glory to display on a shelf or desk.

Winning, of course, required a bit of luck and a lot of enthusiasm. The winners would be announced on August 6th in the original event post. But there was a catch—Proxies had to enable Reward Notifications before the announcement. Why? Because the results would arrive via System Messages, and if notifications were off and the reward delivery got tangled, there would be no second chances. No re-issuing, no exceptions. It was a gentle reminder that even in a culinary adventure, preparation was key.

And the rules? They were straightforward but firm. Prizes were limited to one per account, so no greedy second helpings. Replies that violated community rules, plagiarized content, or contained any form of advertising were disqualified. The event was meant to be a joyful exchange, not a battlefield of spam. Proxies who tried to game the system by replying to replies or starting separate posts would find their entries tossed out faster than a burnt batch of crispyboo snacks.

So what did this adventure actually look like for the average Proxy? Imagine a young courier, let’s call her Lina, who had spent the morning dodging Ethereals and delivering packages. She stumbled upon the event post while scrolling through her feed, her stomach growling in sympathy with Ellen’s shark-toothed grin. Without hesitation, she typed: “I want to try the spicy noodle soup from the old market—the one that makes you cry and laugh at the same time.” She hit send, enabled her notifications, and went back to work with a new spring in her step. For Lina, the chance to win a framed acrylic card set was nice, but the real prize was the shared dream of a meal worth fighting for.

And that was the heart of it—a community coming together over imaginary dishes and real enthusiasm. The event didn’t require complex quests or high-level combat; it only asked for a comment and a little bit of hope. In return, it offered a chance to connect with Ellen, Manato, and Crispyboo in a way that felt warm and personal. Who wouldn’t want to share a virtual meal with a shark girl, a mysterious chef, and a crispy little mascot?

The timeline was tight but memorable. Here’s a quick recap for any Proxy who missed the feast:

Event Phase	Dates	Details
Comment Period	July 17 – July 23, 2026	Share your most-wanted food in the comments
Winner Announcement	August 6, 2026	Results posted in the original event post
Reward	50 winners	Cinema Series Framed Acrylic Card Set (Random Character)

Of course, the adventure didn’t end with the giveaway. More collaboration details were promised to drop soon, leaving Proxies hungry for what came next. Would there be new recipes? Special in-game items? A chance to actually taste Crispyboo’s cooking? The possibilities were as endless as a bottomless bowl of noodles. But for now, the memory of that July week lingered—a reminder that even in a broken world, a shared meal (or the dream of one) could bring people together.

So, Proxies, what food would you have chosen? And more importantly, did you remember to enable those notifications? Because in the end, the only thing worse than missing out on a framed acrylic card set is missing out on the joy of dreaming together.