Good morning, everyone!

Willy Wonka here again, re-opening commissions for my services. You may or may not have heard of me, but before my arrival here I was a confectioner of some renown, and would love to continue that work here for all of you! I will take made-to-order requests for candies and chocolates (including for those of you with special dietary needs) [the "i" in "dietary" here is dotted with a raindrop shape], and all I ask in return is some of the odd trinkets you've collected during your time here, or your help with some of my own projects.

Prices negotiable, free samples available upon request.

Little Charlie Welles in the Big Mansion
A puzzle for children and adults, courtesy of the Cake Club
( Puzzle #1 - the Library )

Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail:

Gonna be busy most of the day. You still wanna check out those ruins tonight?

- Mr. McGregor

[original post has been censored by the nurses, new post reads:]
Does anyone know what "hydrochloric acid" is for?

[and a third post, undisguised but in Loompal (the language of the Oompa Loompas)]
It's a very funny thought that, if Bears were Bees,
They'd build their nests at the bottom of trees.
And that being so (if the Bees were Bears),
We shouldn't have to climb up all these stairs.

Good morning, Cake Club! I hope you all slept well and have been keeping healthy since we last spoke.

I was wondering if we could meet up later, to talk about club activities. I have some fun ideas for making the Institute a happier place, but I think they should be a surprise for everyone else until they're ready. :)

Please do let me know if you can make it to a meeting today - it would be just splendid to see all of you again!

[Post, and all replies, was removed by the author just before the end of breakfast.] ( Original post reads... )

To my sweet-toothed informant:

I've got quite a supply of fuel for the fire, now. Let me know when you can pick it up.

- WW

[unsigned, with altered handwriting]
I am in need of the following items:

• A basketball
• One or more paraffin candles
• Wood glue

I have a mostly complete first aid kit (missing a few bandages) as well as some grappa (Italian vine liquor) to exchange for the above.

[on another sheet, in his natural hand]
Arlene,

We should probably meet tonight. I've got an idea for the supplies you mentioned at the store yesterday.

- WW

[on yet another sheet, in his natural hand]
Does the laboratory on the second floor have a centrifuge?

I'll dispense with the usual long, rambling adverisment; I'm in a bit of a rush today. Here's the short version: I'm a famous confectioner where I come from, and I'm willing to bake, boil and brew to your order in exchange for second-floor cooking materials and chemicals (to help my craft) and samples from the local monsters (to analyze this place's capabilities). Specifically, samples from shapeshifters, creatures able to affect or impede the senses, and the "golden-blooded" monsters mentioned in the bestiary will be valued at top dollar rates.

To the lovestruck chemist who's still waiting on an order from me: I was waylaid by this young lady [arrow to Yuffie's post] last night and was unable to get to the kitchen. Trust me, your order will be my top priority tonight.

To Admiral ZEX: Please see me later today; I still want to examine some of the hair of your mysterious friend.

To the sweet-toothed redhead: I've got your daily supply. Pick it up at your convenience.

Does this place have proper physical medical facilities anywhere? Heart monitors, IVs, that kind of thing? I realize it's a loony bin and not a regular hospital, but frankly speaking we're out in the middle of nowhere. It'd be a shame if something serious happened during the day and they had to send someone miles away for treatment.

Does anyone know a way to detect or block psychic compulsion?

[The original post and all responses have been removed.]

Greetings again, everyone!

It has recently come to my attention that some of you, whether due to personal scruples or more basic dietary issues, are not getting their essential nutrition from the meals offered during the day. I'm looking to compile a list, in the hopes that I can concoct a reasonable substitute in the kitchens tonight.

Thus! If you cannot eat the foods provided by the Institute, or if such food is insufficient for your kind, please comment below or let me know how to get in touch with you in person, and I'll try my best to accomodate your needs.

Sincerely,

[large, fancy signature]
Willy Wonka