Painted Tainted
The Painted Tainted are a group of traveling performers made up mostly of Seeker Tainted, though they now have a smattering of Somnambulist Semper Morts, International Rovers, Full Dead, Unborn, and Lascarians. While they typically hunker down in the cold weather, staying in a small, more permanent camp over winter, they spend much of spring and summer traveling through the Bailey to visit the towns throughout Dominus Columbia and providing entertainment. The group often camps near a town for a few weeks at a time, putting on shows on Saturdays, throughout the day.
This circus troupe was started by a Seeker Tainted named Messalina aka The Balatro, who now serves as their ringleader and overall troupe leader. She commands them with an iron fist, though many have praised her acceptance and generosity toward those seeking community among other outcasts.
The Painted Tainted are easily identifiable by the bold painted lines on their face, often in simple, dramatic designs that are unique to each member. Minimal colors are used, with the simplest designs containing thick lines of a single bright color. Performers tend to wear brightly-colored costumes, though some have softer, more durable clothing when off-stage.
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