Fantasy Faire returns for its 17th year, casting its enchantment across Second Life from April 17 to May 4, 2025. This beloved benefit event for the American Cancer Society is more than just a shopping spree—it’s a celebration of imagination, creativity, and community spirit. Spanning 18 breathtaking regions crafted by some of Second Life’s most visionary artists, the Faire brings together over 300 fantasy creators offering avatars, furnishings, clothing, collectibles, and more. Visitors can dive into a full realm of experiences—from dance and theater to DJ parties, quests, auctions, literary festivals, and immersive roleplay. Whether you’re dancing with fae on the deck of the Fairechylde, following the Bard Queen through epic adventures, or reflecting in the peaceful Memorial Garden, every moment supports the shared goal of building a world without cancer.
To capture the essence of this year’s Fairelands, columnist Syvia Stable set out on an inspired journey to explore each of the event’s fantastical regions and showcase the artistry behind them. In this special three-part series, Syvia guides us through some of the most visually stunning and creatively rich realms the Faire has to offer. In this first installment, we delve into the haunting beauty of The Wraithwoods, the shadowed elegance of Nox Aeterna, and the moody mystique of Obsidian Sanctum. These immersive destinations not only transport you into richly imagined worlds but also offer a trove of home and garden
treasures for Faire-goers to take home. Whether your aesthetic leans toward the ethereal, the arcane, or the whimsical, you’ll find pieces that help you weave magic into your personal space—be it a full fantasy sim, a cozy skybox, or a favorite reading nook.
First up is The Wraithwoods.
Among the shadowed realms of Fantasy Faire 2025 lies a forest steeped in mystery and magic—The Wraithwoods. Sponsored by Teegle and brought to haunting life by the artistry of Teager Mouse, Monstaar Mama, and Ghost Cloud, this brooding sanctuary beckons the brave and the curious alike.
Step carefully. This is no ordinary woodland—it is a dreaming relic of ancient wonder, where twisted mangrove boughs arch overhead like cathedral vaults, and tangled roots crawl across timeworn ruins, guarding forgotten secrets. Shafts of soft light pierce the canopy, illuminating waterfalls and pools with an otherworldly blue glow. Moss creeps thick along the stone, muffling the whispers of the past.
There is beauty here—a hushed, reverent beauty—but it breathes, and it watches.
Beneath the stillness, something stirs. Shadows stretch, creatures shimmer in the corner of your eye, and the air hums with a magic older than the Fairelands themselves. Tread lightly, traveler. Not all that sleeps wishes to be woken. Even the trees breathe, whispering secrets in a language only the bold—or the foolish—dare to hear.
The Wraithwoods by photojournalist Syvia Stable
The Wraithwoods offers more than haunting beauty—it’s also a haven for fantasy enthusiasts and animal lovers alike. This year, Teegle enchants the Fairelands with the release of their breathtaking new Teeglepet Deer, unveiled exclusively at Fantasy Faire 2025. Found nestled within The Wraithwoods, the Teeglepet Whitetail Doe, Whitetail Stag, and the mystical Ancient Forest Spirit are available as mounts, companions, or wanderers. These interactive creatures respond not only to your presence but also to other avatars and their surroundings, bringing immersive realism and enchantment to your virtual experience. Teegle describes them as “absolutely stunning,” and we couldn’t agree more—they truly embody the ancient magic that lingers in every shadowed glade of The Wraithwoods. A video will follow showcasing these majestic deer in motion.
Next, we’ll take a look at just a few of the other spellbinding home and garden creations you’ll discover in this mysterious realm.
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One realm of Fantasy Faire 2025 lies shrouded in velvet shadow, sealed in a blood-red hush: Nox Aeterna, the Land of Eternal Night.
Sponsored by Quills & Curiosities
Region by Dacien & Marcel Blackwood
This realm breathes with ancient power—a place where the sun’s reach has long since been severed by arcane decree. Nox Aeterna is not merely a refuge for the nocturnal—it is a thriving dominion built on old magic, deep legacy, and quiet, commanding strength. Here, vampire clans have not only endured the curse of nightfall but shaped it into their greatest asset, transforming eternal darkness into civilization’s hearth and shield.
Nox Aeterna by photojournalist Syvia Stable
Crimson-lit streets wind through a village nestled against a black lake, the water still as secrets kept. Towering above, a majestic fortress pierces the skyline like fangs against a blood-stained sky, its spires gleaming with eerie grandeur. Behind high stone walls and wrought-iron gates, the whispers of generations echo through archways, sanctuaries, and watchful parapets.
It is a place of power, yes—but also of memory, mystery, and grace. Every stone laid tells of lineage. Every glowing window suggests stories unfolding behind shuttered glass. Peace reigns here—not the fragile kind born of hope, but a deep and dignified stillness carved from legacy and iron will.
To enter Nox Aeterna is to step into a realm where night is not feared but revered, where the absence of light reveals the brilliance of shadow. Tread with respect. The eyes that watch are ancient, and they do not blink.
The eternal twilight of Nox Aeterna is brought vividly to life through the stunning new releases from its sponsor, Quills & Curiosities. From towering modular builds and animated fountains to eerie lighting and atmospheric décor, these offerings allow you to bring home the haunting beauty and gothic grandeur of this unforgettable realm.
Step into the shadows of Nox Aeterna with this slideshow showcasing a curated glimpse of the home and garden treasures waiting to be discovered—just a small taste of the region’s rich and immersive offerings.
Stand up. Stand strong. Stand together.
Welcome to Obsidian Sanctum—a land forged in fire and ruled by flame. One of the striking realms revealed at Fantasy Faire 2025, this volcanic bastion stands as both a haven and a fortress for the ancient and mysterious Dragon Council.
Sponsored by Secrets of Gaia
Region design by Nix Onyx & Rox Arten
Here, amid scorched earth and smoldering stone, time flows like magma: slow, inevitable, and dangerously beautiful. A crimson haze blankets the sky, heavy with the scent of sulfur and the weight of ancient oaths. Monolithic spires of obsidian pierce the heavens, their jagged silhouettes illuminated by lava rivers that cut glowing paths through the land below. Each staircase leads deeper into the mountain’s heart, where the great halls of the dragons echo with prophecy and power.
Perched in roosts carved high into the cavern walls, the Elder Wyrms keep watch, their golden eyes reflecting every flicker of firelight. Sacred relics shimmer behind molten gates, and the brave—or foolish—may find themselves drawn to chambers where flame and fate entwine. Visitors are welcome, though wary eyes follow every step, and the heat may test more than your endurance.
You are here by invitation, for now. The dragons are known to honor their word… until they don’t.
Enjoy a glimpse into the volcanic splendor of Obsidian Sanctum with this slideshow—a curated selection of home and garden treasures waiting to be discovered in the heart of the dragons’ domain.
As our journey through The Wraithwoods, Nox Aeterna, and Obsidian Sanctum comes to a close, we are reminded of the incredible artistry, imagination, and heart that fuel Fantasy Faire. Each region offers more than just shopping—it’s an invitation to dream, to build, and to be part of something larger than ourselves. Whether you seek the glow of enchanted lanterns, the charm of gothic cottages, or the wonder of mythical creatures, the Fairelands offer inspiration at every turn. And with each purchase, you’re also helping build a world without cancer. Fantasy Faire 2025 continues through May 4—there’s still magic to discover, and stories yet to be written.