[The Diamond Estate, North Sitting Room]
Sculptured spouts pierce the base of the outward-facing wall, to drain
away rainwater that finds its way onto the ivory-colored flagstones
making up the sitting room's floor. Marble benches, identical to
those on the portico, sit near the windows which peer out at the
imposing Temple to Apollo Musegates, while several wooden chairs rest
farther back towards the pillars, away from where the weather might
harm them.
Also here: Xena.
Obvious exits: south.
Melodone and Denada followed.
wave
Whistling casually, Autolycus strides into view, his eyes sparkling
with infectious camaraderie.
Xena smiles at Hercules.
Elrond's jaw drops.
You see Xena, the Warrior Princess.
She is tall and imposing, her lean and tanned muscles always ready to
spring into action at the first sign of danger. Her long, dark brown
hair is pulled away from her face, showing searching crystal blue eyes
that seem to pierce right through you.
Xena is not holding anything at the moment.
Sleeveless dark leather armor reinforced with copper designs clings
snugly to her lithe form, a short skirt of studded leather strips
hanging midway down her muscular thighs. Her sword is at the ready in
a sheath strapped high on her back. However, it is the chakram
hanging from her belt that strikes the most fear into the hearts of
those who would oppose her.
Xena is in perfect condition.
Elrond says, "xena"
Xena nods to Elrond.
He has shoulder-length, fine golden-brown hair that is loose, crystal
blue eyes, olive skin, and is clean-shaven.
He is not holding anything at the moment.
He is wearing a pair of tall brown leather boots, a pair of
form-fitting brown leather pants laced tightly up the sides, a slender
leather belt braided from strips of dark suede, a black drawstring
pouch and a golden tunic left open at the front with threads at the
edges.
He is in good health.
there…with…with…with all sorts of things that are…."
You see Iolaus, Loyal Sidekick
He has a muscular, but not impeccable, figure. His curly, sandy blond
hair falls in tousled waves over his blue-grey eyes. He has a quick,
bright smile and a healthy golden tan.
Iolaus is not holding anything at the moment.
He wears a patterned, patchwork vest made of leather and purple cloth,
that hangs loosely open, baring a muscular chest. A wide belt with a
large buckle cinches a pair of dark leather pants. Heavy leather
boots, and a pair of braided wristguards complete his wardrobe.
You see Salmoneus, the master salesman.
He has distinguished greying hair, a silky beard and moustache, and an
infectious grin.
Salmoneus wears a homespun, brightly colored tunic with a gaudy bit of
cloth draped over his shoulder and a pair of open-toed leather
sandals. A velvet pouch hangs from the wide sash encircling his
midriff.
Jherle just arrived.
Skorche just went south.
things about you but if she thinks you are nice then it must be true"
Llorien just arrived followed by Aleister.
Llorien smiles.
Salmoneus says, "Oh….not today, Vaage….but soon."
Xena snickers.
scrolls, Salmoneus."
You chuckle at Rampion.
Nyxara snickers.
Sabin bounces up and down exuberantly!
Hercules says, "Well, its a pleasure, Elrond priest of Athens."
intricately stitched rainbows on.
wonderful presentation."
Salmoneus exclaims, "And we wanted you all to be the first to know!"
Elrond and Hercules shake hands.
You raise an eyebrow in Salmoneus's direction.
somewhere, Autolycus?"
Salmoneus exclaims, "I'm going to dash on out there and make sure
everything is ready!"
Llorien giggles.
Llorien leans on Aleister.
Elrond says, "Xena, have you seen gabrielle she hasn't been back and
she promised she would"
because Bonk wants to grow up to be strong like Hercules"
Melodone rolls her eyes.
Bonk and Hercules shake hands.
Skorche says, "ahh I so wanted to meet Gabrielle. .she's my inspiration."
I know that couldn't be true"
Denada tickles Autolycus.
Denada removes a glass of raspberry lemonade from her doeskin sack.
look on her face.
Xena nods to Melodone.
Elrond turns his longsword around in his hands.
Melodone grins.
tendency to get… carried away."
asking her questions."
Xena winks at Elrond.
Melodone says, "Well, he is very decorative, at least."
Vaage pats Tamboura on the knee.
Bonk is drinking more milk"
Bonk folds his arms across his chest.
Vaage gazes hopefully at Xena.
and just ended up bruised"
Denada says, "I'll show ya sometime Skorche"
Skorche beams at Denada!
Rampion peers south.
Skorche says, "wait. .I don't trust you"
Bonk chuckles.
Melodone chuckles at Xena.
and accidentally drops it!
Elrond takes a drink from his amphora of retsina.
fighting so much. .My just frizzies out and is uncontrollable"
Hercules says, "Lots of it."
Bonk slaps Hercules heartily on the back!
Xena asks, "Well, it's probably about time to head out to the
presentation. Where was it again, Hercules?"
Near the spire."
even bigger"
Cindi joins Hercules's group.
Jherle grins.
Nyxara joins Hercules's group.
Rampion says, "Of course…"
Iolaus says, "Right behind you, Hercules."
Rampion nods to Hercules.
[The Diamond Estate, Foyer]
Capped with ornately carved capitals, the blue-veined marble columns
that line either side of the foyer give way to sitting rooms beyond.
Leading west, deeper into the Estate building proper, a long hallway
is lined with statues. You also see an Estate guard and the Estate
doorways leading out.
Also here: Elrond, Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien and Hercules.
Obvious exits: north, south, west.
raises his eyebrow at Llorien with a warning glance, stopping her dead
in her tracks!
[The Diamond Estate, Portico]
A deep blue veins the marble from which the benches on the portico
have been carved. Arranged to look out between the supporting pillars
of the overhead entablature, the benches not only give a good view of
the Eridanos River, but also draw the eye to the Palace gardens
beyond. A centaur and giant guard the Estate doorways, proudly
displaying the Estate's device on their shields.
Also here: Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus,
Elrond and Hercules, Jopi, Becca, Skios, Hoag, Greymar, Seanacles,
Leanna who is sitting, Hyzenthlay, Jesta, Jalkee, Tennetty and Dordie
who is sitting.
Obvious paths: out.
Seanacles's eyes roll back in his head as his knees buckle causing him
to collapse in a heap to the ground.
Leanna jumps to her feet!
collapse in a heap to the ground.
Dordie smiles at Hercules.
Hyzenthlay waves at Hercules.
Becca lets out a hearty cheer for Hercules!
to collapse in a heap to the ground.
Becca joins Hercules's group.
Hoag joins Hercules's group.
Denada says, "lead on"
Vaage asks, "where are we going?"
Tamboura nods to Hercules.
Becca beams at you!
As it falls back to the ground she fumbles slightly but manages to catch it.
Dordie beams!
You follow Hercules who just went out.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The dark veil of night wraps comfortably around Metis Circle. Velvet
skies washed with sands of diamonds cover the quiet city in a mantle
of stillness and serenity. You also see the Diamond Estate portico.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules and Lilen.
Obvious paths: north, southeast.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The night sky glitters coldly with distant stars. The carefully
manicured plants lining the road are outlined with a sharp blue
shimmer where the moonlight touches them. You also see a
neatly-penned sign and a pristine white building with a red-tiled
roof.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south, west.
Elrond peers quizzically at Hercules.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
Evening descends over Metis Circle, as if Nyx, the goddess of night,
were drawing her dark cloak slowly over the earth. The area falls
silent, a sacred stillness evident in the cool air.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, south.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The shadows of evening drift through the fingers of a tall willow
tree. The branches cast mottled patterns of darkness over the large,
flat rock which lies beneath the fluttering leaves.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, southwest.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The shimmering blue water of the Eridanos capers alongside the road as
if trying to keep up with the passersby traveling its length. Errant
drops splash onto the cobblestones, the water flung by the river as
its waters curve beside the road.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: east, southwest.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The canopies of the olive trees obscure a thin crescent of the sky
above the palace wall enclosing the public gardens. The moonlight
that strays through their leaves casts malformed shadows over the
cobbled walk.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, east, west.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Wide and well-swept, Kronos Road leads south to Metis Circle. A warm
dry breeze raises small clouds of dust from between the massive stones
that pave this road. In quieter moments, when traffic has died down,
there is the soft sound of rustling leaves coming from somewhere
nearby. You also see Darnel.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Stretching to the north, as far as the eye can see, this busy road
appears to be coming to an end to the south. An oddly shaped building
rises to the northeast, beyond a field of colorful wildflowers. Herb
boxes line the road, the silvery leaves of the herbs gleaming softly
in the moonlight. Their identity remains hidden until their scent is
released to the night air when brushed by passers-by.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
You follow Hercules who just went north.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
The beds of herbs that line this road are intermingled with trellises
of roses along this section. Pink, white and red blossoms delight the
eye and more than a few folks stop to smell them.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
You follow Hercules who just went north.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
A large marble archway spans the entrance to two roads that branch to
the east and flank a building which gleams softly in the moonlight.
In the center of the road, droplets of water from a large fountain
glimmer like drops of molten silver in the cool night air. Sitting at
the fountain's edge, a young couple laughs and talks quietly, ignoring
the crowds passing them by.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, northeast, southeast, south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Warm breezes rustle the leaves of the trees that line this wide road.
Heat radiates from the limestone blocks that make up the roadway. The
sound of buzzing bees from somewhere nearby counters the rustling
leaves creating a lively symphony, which ebbs and flows with the
breeze.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south, west.
You follow Hercules who just went north.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Riotous splashes of color greet your eyes. Flowers and herbs of every
color, size and shape imaginable fill a large garden on the east side
of the road. Their survival is ensured by the buzzing bees that dart
here and there amongst the blooms. The bees seem to be coming from
the northeast, and head back in that general direction when fully
sated with the nectar this garden offers.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
Skorche says, "we've got a Bacchae problem"
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Warm breezes rustle the leaves of the trees that line this wide road.
Heat radiates from the limestone blocks that make up the roadway. The
sound of buzzing bees from somewhere nearby counters the rustling
leaves creating a lively symphony, which ebbs and flows with the
breeze.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south, west.
You follow Hercules who just went south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
A large marble archway spans the entrance to two roads that branch to
the east and flank a building which gleams softly in the moonlight.
In the center of the road, droplets of water from a large fountain
glimmer like drops of molten silver in the cool night air. Sitting at
the fountain's edge, a young couple laughs and talks quietly, ignoring
the crowds passing them by.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, northeast, southeast, south.
You follow Hercules who just went south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
The beds of herbs that line this road are intermingled with trellises
of roses along this section. Pink, white and red blossoms delight the
eye and more than a few folks stop to smell them.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Stretching to the north, as far as the eye can see, this busy road
appears to be coming to an end to the south. An oddly shaped building
rises to the northeast, beyond a field of colorful wildflowers. Herb
boxes line the road, the silvery leaves of the herbs gleaming softly
in the moonlight. Their identity remains hidden until their scent is
released to the night air when brushed by passers-by.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
You follow Hercules who just went south.
[Athens, North Kronos Road]
Wide and well-swept, Kronos Road leads south to Metis Circle. A warm
dry breeze raises small clouds of dust from between the massive stones
that pave this road. In quieter moments, when traffic has died down,
there is the soft sound of rustling leaves coming from somewhere
nearby. You also see Darnel.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
Dordie says, "You should come by more often"
You follow Hercules who just went south.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The canopies of the olive trees obscure a thin crescent of the sky
above the palace wall enclosing the public gardens. The moonlight
that strays through their leaves casts malformed shadows over the
cobbled walk.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, east, west.
Elrond says, "sorry hercules we didn't mean to ruin your trip here
with our problems"
[Athens, Metis Circle]
Moonlight trickles like rivulets of water over the uneven cobblestones
of the path. Despite the ambient darkness, the road radiates a
strength — a sureness strong enough to bear the weight of the polis
on its shoulders both by night and by day.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: southeast, west.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The road slants downhill to the southeast slightly, trickles of water
like shimmering snakes sliding down the gutter. Clusters of hyacinth
grow near the rough-hewn edge of the Circle, several of them pushing
aside loosened cobbles, forcing their own fragrant way toward the
center of the street.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, southeast, northwest.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
A moss-covered statue reclines in the shadows of a large cluster of
spicy-scented myrtle. The plant's broad, dark green leaves are
silhouetted against the paler hues of the grey-green statue
half-hidden within its boughs.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, south, northwest.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
An ornate frieze lines the upper wall of the palace's garden. A
shimmering haze rises from the Eridanos River as it wraps itself
around the palace, softening the stone walls and towers beneath a
gauzy film.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, east, south.
Jesta dissolves into a fit of giggles.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
A moss-covered statue reclines in the shadows of a large cluster of
spicy-scented myrtle. The plant's broad, dark green leaves are
silhouetted against the paler hues of the grey-green statue
half-hidden within its boughs.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, south, northwest.
You follow Hercules who just went northwest.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The road slants downhill to the southeast slightly, trickles of water
like shimmering snakes sliding down the gutter. Clusters of hyacinth
grow near the rough-hewn edge of the Circle, several of them pushing
aside loosened cobbles, forcing their own fragrant way toward the
center of the street.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules and Tennetty.
Obvious paths: northeast, southeast, northwest.
Tennetty just went southeast.
by Hercules."
behind, but I can't find him."
Elrond says, "i can help"
Denada exclaims, "yeah!"
[Athens, Metis Circle]
A moss-covered statue reclines in the shadows of a large cluster of
spicy-scented myrtle. The plant's broad, dark green leaves are
silhouetted against the paler hues of the grey-green statue
half-hidden within its boughs.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, south, northwest.
Elrond smiles.
Llorien says, "oh sweet Herc"
[Athens, Metis Circle]
An ornate frieze lines the upper wall of the palace's garden. A
shimmering haze rises from the Eridanos River as it wraps itself
around the palace, softening the stone walls and towers beneath a
gauzy film.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules, Tennetty and Jalkee.
Obvious paths: north, east, south.
Seanacles says, "Ther was 2 people left behind"
[Athens, Metis Circle]
Night softens the stark white of the cobbled road. Palmettos lining
the roadside sparkle with moisture in the cool night air. The
darkness is broken by the ripples from the nebulous winking forms set
far above in the evening's cloak of indigo silk.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, southwest.
Rampion says, "There they are."
fighting warlords and monsters or something."
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The edge of the riverside path shines a luminous white as the light
from the moon brushes softly against its surface. The rim of stone
encircling the road's outermost edge sparkles with flecks of silver
and gold.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, southwest.
Rampion snickers.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The river coils lazily between the garden walls and the paved road
with a quiet whisking sound that echoes as its surface ripples against
the stones of its banks. Footprints worn into the stones over time
reveal places where people have stepped off the cobbled street to
refresh themselves in the cool water.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, west.
Hyzenthlay grins at Iolaus.
[Athens, Metis Circle]
The moon's chill gaze strikes the bridge leading to the north, casting
its sharply defined shadow on the waters flowing silently beneath it.
Starlight glints off the polished cobbles like stray sparks flying off
a blacksmith's anvil. You also see an arched bridge crossing the
Eridanos River.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: east, south, west.
raises his eyebrow at Dordie with a warning glance, stopping her dead
in her tracks!
the Eridanos River.
[Athens, Palace Walk]
An arched bridge connects the Palace Walk with Metis Circle. Within
the rim of Metis is a band of silver light — the Eridanos River that
shines like a stream of pure mercury when touched by the moon's
slender fingers. You also see an arched bridge leading south toward
Metis Circle.
Also here: Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus,
Elrond, Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay,
Jopi, Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and
Hercules.
Obvious paths: north.
training classes from Ares"
You follow Hercules who just went north.
[Athens, Palace Walk]
The rich fragrance of jasmine lingers over the marble walkway. The
dark green leaves of a bush cut close to the ground bear tiny ivory
flowers, the blossoms releasing their potent, heady scent.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: northeast, south, northwest.
[Athens, Palace Walk]
A tall olive tree grows to one side of the road. Its slender
golden-green branches open their fingers to the sky, as if to grasp
the beauty of the heavens. Fresh bunches of myrtle creep nearby along
the earth.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: southwest, west, northwest.
[Athens, Palace Walk]
The marble walk is clean and well-kept. The dutiful attention of the
many caretakers who keep these streets tidy also contributes to
keeping them safe. Numerous guards walk back and forth from all
corners of Athens to the very heart of the city — the palace.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, southeast, southwest.
[Athens, Palace Walk]
To the north, the tall bronze gate leading into the palace stands like
a sentinel. The surrounding gardens close in around the palace
entrance, its white marble pillars given a softer edge by the
embracing field of deep green vegetation.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, south.
You follow Hercules who just went north.
[Palace Gardens, Marble Walk]
A marble path winds to the north, leading to the tall and ornate gate
of the Palace. To the east and west, the verdant green of the gardens
thickens, dark vines spilling over conical evergreen bushes. The
croon of hidden birds and insects echoes from the shadowed greenery.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, west.
Hyzenthlay smiles at Hercules.
unlike a cat,playing with a rat"something like that anyway.."
Vaage says, "he's no warlord, big time lackey maybe, buy warlord no"
[Palace Gardens, Bronze Gate]
The tall gate leading into the palace is shadowed by the mottled
fingers of moonlight that peek through the brush of the luxurious
gardens. Sinewy tendrils coil and curve around the bronze posts,
their tender green shoots appearing hard and black beneath the night
sky. The Alani - the swiftly footed hounds of Artemis - leap and
cavort along the pillars of the gate. You also see a bright silk tent
flap and a porcelain urn.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty and Hercules,
Lilean, Jae, Agrimony, Sunder and Xena.
Obvious paths: south.
Iolaus rolls his eyes skyward.
Jalkee says, "Hey Xena"
Seanacles gasps!
outline of a female Centaur before resolving into Alpha herself.
Rampion says, "They have to, sorta keeps people from calling them out."
Leanna smiles at Xena.
You wave at Alpha.
Denada waves at Alpha.
Sunder says, "hello Alpha"
Jesta kisses Xena on the hand.
Bonk bows to Alpha.
You see Alpha, a female Centaur Warrior.
She has long, wavy strawberry blonde hair that is tousled, crystal
green eyes, fair skin, and a strawberry roan equine body.
She is not holding anything at the moment.
She is wearing a twisted gold chain circled about the waist with
trailing strands of shimmering pink seed pearls dropping over the
withers, a soft vest of watered ivory silk with an intertwining
pattern of bramble rose vines embroidered around the hem, a crown of
blushing pink rosebuds, a woven linen hairband and an ivory satin
saddle satchel.
She is in good health.
Skorche says, "well this is a special occasion"
Lyram bows to Alpha.
Llorien bows to Xena.
Becca smiles shyly at Xena.
Dordie smiles at Alpha.
Hyzenthlay pats Elrond on the shoulder.
Melodone nods to Hercules.
Llorien opens her doeskin backpack.
longsword, bringing the weapon downwards in a precise, fluid movement.
Lilean joins Hercules's group.
Denada pats Elrond on the shoulder.
Alpha joins Hercules's group.
Seanacles says, "A pleasure to meet you as well Xena"
to hang out with a priest …"
Greymar flicks his tail over his withers.
[The Palace of Athens, Hall of Entry]
Plush silvery-white carpets cover the polished marble floors. Slender
columns of pale stone line the walls of the graciously curving hall.
A large bronze gate leads from the entrance foyer into the palace
gardens.
Also here: Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus,
Elrond, Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay,
Jopi, Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen,
Xena, Jae, Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and
Hercules.
Obvious exits: north.
chain, bringing the weapon downwards in a precise, fluid movement.
[The Palace of Athens, Hall of Entry]
The cool fingertips of the moon brush through a large arched window
carved from the thick marble of the wall. The sounds of the hushed
gardens outside — water trickling, leaves rustling, the faint giggle
of a lady being courted — echo through the otherwise silent chamber.
You also see an ornate gilded mirror.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena,
Jae, Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: north, east, south, west.
[The Palace of Athens, Central Chamber]
Evening spills through the large open windows and forms pools of light
in the hallway. A marble staircase lies half-hidden in shadow,
spiraling upwards toward the dark chambers of the palace's upper
level.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Becca, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena,
Jae, Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: north, east, south, west, northwest.
[The Palace of Athens, Chamber of Demeter]
A painted relief of Demeter is carved from the stucco wall. The blue
robe she wears clings softly like silk to her form. The golden
ribbons encircling her brow match the sheaf of wheat she holds
together with a scepter in her right hand. You also see a hardwood
stair winding up to the third floor.
Also here: Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus,
Elrond, Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay,
Jopi, Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena,
Jae, Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: north, east, southeast, southwest, west, down.
Xena, Hercules, and Iolaus"
to the third floor.
[The Palace of Athens, Third Floor]
To the east lies the Hall of Audience, its gilded doors always open to
receive petitioners, pleas and guests. To the west lies a small
exhibit mounted on a narrow marble pedestal zealously watched over by
a pair of frowning guards. You also see a winding hardwood stair
leading down.
Also here: Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus,
Elrond, Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay,
Jopi, Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena,
Jae, Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: east, south, west.
[The Palace of Athens, Third Floor]
The highly polished white marble floor is carpeted with a thick, soft
linen runner. Slender columns form a colonnade that lines the hall —
stately forms guarding your passage through the palace. You also see
a tall oval mirror.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena, Jae,
Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: north, south.
Elrond says, "where did iolaus go"
[The Palace of Athens, Entrance to the Spire]
The hallway winds upward, melting into the base of the Spire of Eos.
The finely sculpted marble gleams a bright, burnished white.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena, Jae,
Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious paths: north, up.
Iolaus smiles at Jalkee.
[The Palace of Athens, Pinnacle of Helios]
The concentric chamber of the pinnacle forms a solid marble cylinder
that reaches up to the sky. The chill touch of moonlight seeps
through, casting eerie shadows on the smooth walls. You also see a
silver walkway.
Also here: Pythos, Sabin, Jherle, Cindi, Bonk, Rampion, Lyram,
Skorche, Denada, Nyxara, Vaage, Melodone, Llorien, Iolaus, Elrond,
Aleister, Tamboura, Leanna, Seanacles, Jesta, Hyzenthlay, Jopi,
Dordie, Greymar, Skios, Hoag, Jalkee, Tennetty, Lilen, Xena, Jae,
Semyon, Alisande, Lilean, Senior GameMaster Alpha and Hercules.
Obvious exits: up, down.
Jalkee grins.
