*A gaunt figure, garbed in what looked like the tattered remains of a jester's costume, was performing a slow, sorrowful jig amidst a pile of glowing, melted candies and discarded, corroded toys. His movements were jerky, punctuated by soft sniffles that echoed in the desolate quiet. He clutched a glowing, sickly-looking lollipop, turning slowly...Read more