The Clockwork Carnival: A Misfit's Journey

In a world where time is both currency and punishment, Lila, a quirky inventor with a knack for creating chaotic yet brilliant gadgets, stumbles upon the Clockwork Carnival-a mysterious traveling fair where every ride, game, and performer is powered by stolen moments of people's lives. When Lila discovers the carnival's dark secret, she teams up with an eccentric group of misfits, including a wise-cracking illusionist, a goth fortune teller, and a sarcastic talking pocket watch. Together, they must outwit the carnival's sinister ringmaster and return the stolen time before reality unravels. Along the way, Lila learns about true friendship, self-worth, and how even the strangest pieces can fit together.