VERONIKA

The Horseman comes... and tonight he comes for you!

SLEEPY HOLLOW (1999) dir. Tim Burton

⸻⸻   ﹕ HALLOWEEN  SPECIAL ⠀ › ⠀ THE PHANTOM MANOR.

❝ WALTZ WITH THE DEAD, ESCAPE THE LIVING ! ❞

❝ ENTER  THE  EERIE  WORLD  OF  PHANTOM  MANOR,  glasshouse’s  most  thrilling  and  immersive  halloween  event  to  date.  as  the  gates  of  the  ivy-covered  mansion  swing  open,  you’re  drawn  into  its  haunted  corridors,  where  shadows  whisper  secrets,  and  every  room  reveals  a  chilling  story.  from  dancing  with  ghosts  in  the  grand  ballroom  to  cracking  a  sinister  murder  mystery,  this  isn’t  your  typical  haunted  house.  glasshouse  idols  become  spirits  and  suspects,  pulling  you  deeper  into  their  twisted  tale.  can  you  make  it  through  the  night,  or  will  you  join  the  manor’s  haunted  legacy? ❞

PHANTOM  MANOR  is  an  intricate,  multi-layered  halloween  event  designed  by  glasshouse  to  immerse  fans  in  a  haunted,  interactive  experience.  the  venue  is  set  in  a  sprawling,  gothic-style  mansion  with  an  ivy-covered  exterior,  old  stone  walls,  and  creaky  iron  gates.  the  estate  is  purposefully  designed  to  resemble  an  eerie,  abandoned  manor,  complete  with  cobwebs,  flickering  lights,  and  antique  furniture.

as  fans  enter  the  PHANTOM  MANOR,  they  walk  through  various  haunted  rooms  and  halls,  each  with  a  different  eerie  atmosphere.  glasshouse  idols  dressed  as  spirits,  ghosts,  or  cursed  characters  play  out  their  roles,  interacting  with  fans  throughout  their  journey.  some  idols  simply  watch  from  the  shadows,  while  others  jump-scare,  guide,  or  distract  you.

the key attractions are as follows:

01. THE HAUNTED BALLROOM ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — the main performance space where idols reenact haunting waltzes. guests are sometimes invited to dance, only to realise their partners may be ghosts.

02. THE GHOSTLY LIBRARY ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — visitors can roam the dusty aisles while idols play long-dead scholars, whisper chilling tales or offer cryptic clues to solve the overarching mysteries.

03. THE SÉANCE ROOM ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — a séance is conducted by some idols acting as mediums, and fans experience frightening supernatural effects, like ghostly apparitions, flickering candles, and moving objects.

one  of  the  core  events  at  PHANTOM  MANOR  is  MURDER  MYSTERY  NIGHT,  a  life-sized  cluedo  reenactment  in  which  fans  must  solve  a  murder  within  the  mansion.

❝  a  mysterious  death  has  occurred  in  the  manor,  and  fans  are  invited  to  play  detectives  to  figure  out  the  identity  of  the  killer,  the  weapon,  and  the  location  of  the  murder.  each  room  of  the  mansion  ( the  conservatory,  the  dining  hall,  the  study,  etc. )  contains  clues  related  to  the  crime.  glasshouse  idols  portray  key  suspects,  such  as  the  butler,  heiress,  or  eccentric  guests,  giving  cryptic  hints  and  misleading  information.  they  will  lead  fans  to  hidden  rooms,  locked  doors,  or  secret  passages.  guests  are  split  into  teams,  and  the  group  that  solves  the  mystery  first  wins  exclusive  prizes.  those  who  fail  may  experience  additional  "haunted"  consequences,  such  as  getting  trapped  in  rooms  or  dealing  with  heightened  scares.  ❞

while  the  murder  mystery  was  happening,  fans  who  could  not  attend  were  offered  to  participate  in  a  different  event  simultaneously.  they  were  given  another  map  showing  the  blueprints  of  the  manor,  and  together,  they'd  have  to  escape  the  twisted  maze  of  clues  and  jumpscares  to  get  certain  rewards  or  prizes.

in  the  manor's  grand  hallways,  portraits  of  long-lost  residents  ( played  by  idols )  hang  ominously.  at  times,  these  portraits  come  to  life  as  the  idols  step  out  from  the  frames  to  interact  with  guests,  blurring  the  line  between  art  and  reality.  guests  are  tasked  with  identifying  which  portraits  hold  hidden  clues  to  escape  the  house.

the  underground  crypt  is  one  of  the  event’s  most  challenging  areas  in  the  basement.  fans  are  locked  in  a  crypt-like  maze  with  idols  playing  the  roles  of  ancient  spirits  and  undead  beings.  to  escape,  participants  must  solve  puzzles  and  riddles  hidden  in  the  crypt’s  dark  recesses,  all  while  avoiding  encounters  with  the  idols  playing  the  roles  of  guardians  of  the  crypt.  failure  to  escape  means  facing  the  crypt’s  final  curse—a  jump-scare-loaded  finale.

fans  who  successfully  navigate  specific  challenges,  either  by  solving  the  murder  mystery  or  escaping  the  crypt,  receive  exclusive  glasshouse  merchandise,  event-related  memorabilia,  and  potential  meet-and-greets  with  the  artists.

⸻⸻   ﹕ ARTIST  ONE ⠀ › ⠀ STUPID  CUPID / DREAME.

cheska as red riding hood

aimee as dark siren

tomie as alexa grady ( the shining )

jeanne as pearl

viva as lisa frankenstein

⸻⸻   ﹕ ARTIST  TWO ⠀ › ⠀ SOLOISTS.

hero as art the clown

mew as little bo peep

veronika as elphaba

yeoubi as glinda

girl from nowhere as alexie grady ( the shining )

sour grapes as thorn ( the hex girls )

domino as jack skellington

naisu as patrick bateman

I've Endured, Now What?

A wave of surprise and excitement rippled through the crowd as Veronika took the opening stage for FicFest, her decision to use older, iconic songs for her performance at FicFest viewed as a nod to her roots and a celebration of her musical journey.

The atmosphere was electrifying as thousands of fans gathered, their anticipation palpable. Many had traveled from all corners of the country, eager to witness Veronika's performance of these beloved tracks.

The air was filled with a mix of emotions as Veronika performed these timeless classics to the crowd of adoring fans.

It was easily a performance that'll go down in FicFest history!

BEST SOLOIST (FEMALE) IS A GRAND PRIZE AKA DAESANG AWARD!

Who's the best soloist in the fic? Meet the eight amazing female artists who are nominated for BEST SOLOIST!

BORN IN THE CAPITAL OF THAILAND, naiyana’s introduction to the world was bloody and wretched. She danced because her m jiho loved when she danced, enrolled in singing lessons, and was whisked to seoul to audition at a company she didn’t know. because she ought to put her talent to good use, no? \\ @xonaisu

VERONIKA  (  베로니카  ),  a  fictional  female  soloist,  emerges from the shadows with  unique  haunting  music  style  and  witch-themed  visuals.  her  self-titled  debut  album,  released  alongside  an  intense  music  video,  created  a  buzz  in  the  industry  with  its  dark  and  mysterious  theme.  the  concept  resonated  strongly  with  audiences,  who  were  drawn  to  the  blend  of  mythology,  witchcraft,  and  music. \\ @iamvercnika

HEEJIN KWAN, also known by her stage name, ASTELLA is a fictional soloist that originally debuted on July 13th, 2017 with her former group PARADISE, and later in late 2021 as a soloist is managed by STARSHIP Entertainment. \\  @heejinkwan

Dayna Seo was originally set to debut with CLC, but due to a lineup change last minute. she was benched. That's in the past because now she is a talented producer, creating all of VIVID's songs alongside Sora under the duo name SoDa. She finally made her solo debut on January 12, 2021, with the single "거기너!" and has also contributed her songwriting and producing talents to various idol tracks, working closely with Sora. \\ @alwaysvivid

Sora first gained widespread recognition by competing on Unpretty Rapstar in 2016, where she placed 3rd, and Produce 101 from 2016 to 2017, just missing the final I.O.I lineup by placing 12th. Her solo debut came on April 4, 2022, with the release of her debut album CHERRY under Angelico Entertainment. Every song on the album was written and produced by Sora and Dayna under SoDa. Sora’s creativity and artistic vision have made her a standout figure in the music industry. \\ @alwaysvivid

Judy (judi. 주디, often stylized in all caps) is a soloist managed by cult creative. The singer was originally a part of Project HotPink, she debuted with Heart Attack in the spring of 2013. Gaining the name disaster rookie due to her debut being a complete disaster. it wouldn’t take long for the singer to redeem herself, however; the release of Purple Night did wonders for her failing career — peaking at two on the Gaon Digital Chart and securing her two end-of-the-year awards. \\ @anqelsweep

SHIM MIYEO, also known as MEW is a fictional south korean soloist under glasshouse inc. she debuted in 2017 with a single album, CATz TALK. originally under alfea labels, MEW was in the lineup to debut with VENUS TRAP in 2020, but after a conflict in her contract, she left the company three years earlier to debut as a soloist. \\ @mimcw

CHLOE KWON is a kpop SOLOIST and CEO of LOVELY RECORDS. she was first introduced in the survival show SIXTEEN, where she placed 10TH overall, just missing the final lineup of TWICE. she then debuted as a SOLOIST less than a year later, skyrocketing in popularity. \\ @chloekwon

posted august 2024 — FANS EXPRESS SHOCK AFTER BOTH MIGHTY DEVIL AND ROSARIO ANNOUNCE HER LEAVE FROM THE COMPANY

on  august  first,  MIGHTY  DEVIL  posted  a  statement  on  social  media  revealing  that  their  beloved  soloist  and  CRYSTYLE member,  ROSARIO  will  be  leaving  the  label.

according  to  the  statement,  the  artist  have  decided  to  part  ways  with  the  company,  shocking  fans  and  netizens.  ROSARIO  posts  on  instagram,  stating:

"with  a  heavy  heart,  i  am  officially  leaving  the  company  i  have  been  a  part  of  for  the  past  two  years.  my  journey  with  CRYSTYLE  has  been  an  incredible  chapter  in  my  life,  filled  with  unforgettable  memories  and  cherished  moments.  however,  after  much  reflection  and  consideration,  i  have  made  the  difficult  decision  to  part  ways  with  the  company.  this  decision  was  not  easy,  but  i  believe  it  is  the  right  step  for  me  at  this  time.  i  am  immensely  grateful  to  all  the  fans  who  have  supported  CRYSTYLE  and  me  throughout  this  journey.  your  love  and  encouragement  have  meant  the  world  to  me.  as  i  embark  on  this  new  chapter,  i  hope  to  continue  sharing  my  passion  for  music  with  you  all.  thank  you  for  your  understanding  and  continued  support."

MIGHTY DEVIL's  states:

"hello,  this  is  MIGHTY DEVIL RECORDS.

we  regret  to  announce  that  ROSARIO  has  decided  to  part  ways  with  our  company  after  two  years  of  remarkable  dedication  and  contributions.  ROSARIO  has  been  an  integral  part  of  CRYSTYLE,  and  her  talent,  passion,  and  hard  work  have  left  an  indelible  mark  on  the  group  and  its  fans.

this  decision  was  made  after  extensive  discussions  and  mutual  agreement,  with  both  parties  understanding  and  respecting  ROSARIO's  desire  to  pursue  new  opportunities.  we  fully  support  her  decision  and  wish  her  nothing  but  the  best  in  her  future  endeavors.

as  for  all  the  questions  we  have  received  about  her  position  in  CRYSTYLE,  we  are  pleased  to  announce  that  VERONIKA  will  be  joining  the  group  to  fill  the  spot  left  by  ROSARIO.  we  believe  VERONIKA's  talents  and  chemistry  with  the  existing  members  will  bring  a  fresh  dynamic  to  the  group.  ROSARIO  herself  expressed  confidence  in  this  choice,  stating,  'i'm  100%  confident  she'll  be  a  perfect  fit  with  the  other  members.'

we  extend  our  deepest  gratitude  to  ROSARIO  for  her  contributions  and  to  the  fans  for  their  continued  support  during  this  transition."

as  fans  process  the  news,  they  have  shown  overwhelming  support  for  ROSARIO's  decision  and  excitement  for  VERONIKA's  upcoming  role  in  CRYSTYLE.  the  group  is  expected  to  continue  its  activities  with  the  new  lineup,  and  fans  are  eagerly  awaiting  what  the  future  holds  for  both  ROSARIO  and  CRYSTYLE.

₊‧⁺˖ ⠀⠀⠀ LUNA WAND : THE LIGHTSTICK  ! 

the LUNA WAND is the official light stick for VERONIKA, designed to embody her dark, mystical, and enchanting persona. released in october 2022 and crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the LUNA WAND is more than just a concert accessory; it's a symbol of the magical connection between VERONIKA and her fans.

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ib. venusvity !

⸻ OVERALL DESCRIPTION !

the main body of the light stick is crafted from a high-quality, matte black material, giving it a sophisticated and mysterious look. intricate gold accents in the form of ancient symbols and runes adorn the handle, enhancing its mystical charm. at the top of the light stick sits a crystal orb encased in an elegant metal frame. inside the orb, a glowing crescent moon symbol captures the essence of night, mystery, and intuition. featuring a sleek addition, fans have an option to elongate the light stick by clipping it on the long handle.

while the LUNA WAND is everything NIGHTSHADES could ever wish for, the light stick has its own negative aspects. some fans wish the battery life were longer, noting that it lasts through a concert but just barely. the vibrant LED lights, while impressive, tend to drain the battery faster than expected, necessitating spare batteries. the LUNA WAND is considered a bit pricey compared to other light sticks. while the unique design and features justify the cost for many, it may be a bit too expensive for some fans. a few fans find the light stick to be heavier than expected, which can be tiring to hold up for long periods. the bulkiness and weight are minor drawbacks that some users feel could be improved.

MODEL NAME : LUNA WAND

LIGHTSTICK POWER : AAA SIZE x 3EA

USAGE TIME : UP TO 2.5 HOURS

RETAIL PRICE : $125usd / ₩169,863

LIGHT COLOURS : ENIGMA ( #191970 ) & ESSENCE ( #b87333 ) ー FANDOM COLOURS + MOONLIGHT SYMPHONY ( #c0c0c0 ) + ENCHANTED PLUM ( #6a0dad ) + WITCH'S GREEN THUMB ( #228b22 ) FOR DIFFERENT LIGHT MODES

LIGHT MODES : ON + BLINK + FLICKER + DIMMING + REVERSE + ROTATION + CONCERT MODE + OFF

DREAMQUEST EPISODE TWO! “Hello, and welcome back to dreamquest! I am your host Jennie and I’ll continue to be here this whole time.” She laughs and continues to talk, “So if you haven’t saw already, a few days ago dreamquest’s social media manager posted a notice on weverse saying that trainees Lola and Mimi will no longer be joining us this point forward.” “I hope that they are doing well and taking care of themselves.”

“Since two trainees have dropped out and only one trainee was supposed to be eliminated, there will be no eliminations in this episode, instead that will be after episode three, so stay tuned.” Jennie explains as she clears her throat to continue. “Now, let’s hear from our judges and trainers, they will be critiquing the performances of each group. So let’s get started!”

Jennie walks over to the judges panel, and begins talking, “First, let’s hear from the spectacular Judy! Good afternoon, Judy, what did you think of the teams?” She smiles and waits for Judy to pick up the mic.

Team Fancy disappointed Judy somewhat, “They performed beautifully but,” she paused pressing her lips together, “I kind of expected more. However, Zarha and Dulcie really shined, their voices took me off guard.” she said, “I wish I saw more of Miyu, though.” she added before sighing. About Midas Touch, “I was blown away,” she began, “They danced well but their voices were amazing. Yurina and Lo were phenomenal.” she explained, “I would've loved to see more of Rin, if she had more lines I do think she'd've s made a bigger impact on me.”

Similar to Fancy, Pink Venmon didn’t blow her away, “In short, I enjoyed it, they performed confidently and I loved that .” she said, “The line distribution shocked me a little, it made it feel more like a song by Sasha and Yurim featuring Yoon and Mimi instead of a group performance.” she admitted, “Regardless, Sasha caught my eye immediately. She was extremely confident, basically oozing it. Hopefully, we can see more of Yoon next time.” Judy couldn’t help but smile when thinking about Illusion, “By far my favorite performance. The choreography for Illusion is difficult and I think they did extremely well.” she answered, “It was captivating; the choreo, the singing and the dancing. I enjoyed how well their voices melded together, I think it added to an already addictive song.” When asked which team she believed had the best performance, Judy voted for Team Illusion!

“Thank you for your input, Judy!” She smiles and moves to the judge next to Judy, Poppy. “Poppy, my love! Please tell us what you thought of each performance” Poppy clears her throat and begins to talk, “For this being the trainees’ first performances in dreamquest,” Poppy nods slowly, the corners of her lips raising into a genuine smile, “everyone did quite well. I am impressed. It makes looking forward to your future performances even more exciting.”

“But of course, I have something to say.” she says, raising a dainty hand to adjust her glasses. “I understand that this is a survival show, and what matters here is proving yourself worthy of debuting alongside other talented individuals. However, I feel most of you are struggling to find,” she pauses, searching for the right word, “…harmonization within your teams. Remember, you are not debuting solo; you will be debuting in a group. I am not suggesting that you need to be best friends or hold back from showcasing your talents. But if you want your team or yourself to get closer to the final line-up, seek some form of harmonization. Work towards agreement and acquaintanceship to perform at your best together.”

“Of course, it’s up to you whether you maintain this… ‘companionship’ after a performance,” she shrugs. Poppy was once a trainee, after all. She is pretty much aware that it isn’t ideal to wear rose-colored glasses in a survival show. “But if you want your team and yourself to win, act as one. At least during the actual performance.” With perfect posture, Poppy sets her hands on her lap and lets her eyes trail over the trainees. when she finds the ones she is looking for, she smiles, “I have my eye on some of you, not going to lie. Can’t wait to see more of you.” she says, her gaze lingering a little longer on Liz, Sasha, Lo, and Yoon. “Keep working hard.” She gives everyone a little bow of respect. “Good luck to everyone with the voting and your future performances. When asked which group had the best performance, she chose Team Pink Vemon!

“Thank you for that, Poppy! And i totally agree with you, you all are not here to debut as soloists so it’s very important that you and your fellow trainees look cohesive and as a team, otherwise in the future if you do end up debuting it’s not going to look natural.” She quickly explains and moves on to the last judge of the bunch, successful soloist, Vernoika!

Veronika looked at the tablet before her, showing Team Fancy’s performance first. Her eyes sharpened as she looked at the trainees dancing, jumping from left to right like she was trying to find a mistake. The camera would occasionally catch her grimacing at the poorly done note, and as soon as one trainee stepped wrong, her gaze would be stuck on the specific girl. Once in a while, Veronika would write something down in her notebook, all while still keeping her eyes on the tablet.

She patiently waited until the performance ended before taking her earphones out. “Okay,” she trailed the last part, and one staff member behind the camera sighed as if they knew what would happen. “Well… I liked the line distribution!” she says enthusiastically. “But if they had focused on the timing of the dance routine and projected their voices more confidently, this performance would’ve been magnificent! Something is missing here, but overall, it was a nice start for all five trainees.”

Veronika’s quick-to-play the other performance from Team Midas Touch. This time, however, she was watching the routine with more contentment. Once again, she’d randomly write something in her book while the dance went on. Her eyes sparkled once Yurina sang the high note effortlessly, and the trainees did the song's last chorus. Veronika took off the earphones the moment they posed, clapping despite only her and the other staff members being in the room. “Oh, now I can definitely see this team as Kiss Of Life’s younger sisters!” She praised. “This trainee did well; all four of them did. I’m glad. I just wish some of them didn’t look nervous; it was visible in their eyes. Other than that, amazing performance. I’ll keep an eye on you, Team Midas Touch!” She playfully glared at the camera before laughing it off.

While watching Team Pink Venom’s performance, Veronika looked divided between pausing mid-through the video or letting it play. However, she decided to be patient and let the girls show what they’ve got. “Well,” she hesitates after the performance, “the line distribution is… yeah,” Veronika decides on that as her answer. “No, I mean, we all know that this line distribution is generally weird, even when Blackpink originally recorded it. But don’t be discouraged; even with fewer lines, you guys still shined! The rapping was good, despite the trainees looking worried. There's a lot of potential here, and I'm excited to see how you'll grow.”

And lastly, Veronika played Team Illusion’s performance. Right from the get-go, the girl couldn’t help but mouth the intro while dancing haphazardly. She watched every girl individually, trying to see if there were any mistakes. So far, she couldn’t find much. As the girls performing struck a pose at the end, Veronika clapped for them, “Wah~ This was refreshing! I think I enjoyed it almost the same as Team Midas Touch’s performance, which says a lot!” She looked down at her notes, going through them to see what she hadn’t mentioned yet. “Oh! I really liked the girls' vocals, and you know what they say; the show saved the best for last!” Veronika winked, laughing once her staff member playfully cringed, “I think these girls have a lot of potential, and hopefully, they stay in the competition to show what else they can do!” When Veronika was asked which team she believed had the best performance, she chose Team Midas Touch!

“Thank you Veronika, and thank you again, judges! I hope the trainees really take into account and listen to what they were told, after all if you don’t listen to criticism, how will you ever improve? Right?” She laughs and walks off the stage, the episode is transitioned into a room, the confessional and we see the one and only Jangmi, who was under a little bit of fire after a recording of her venting her frustrations with her cousin’s, Rin’s lack of line’s in the trainees first ever performance, Genie.”