Creating a loud racket, you stop sneaking. You fade into existence. You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! (HP:449/452 MV:468/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver (HP:449/452 MV:471/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> You stop hiding. You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:449/452 MV:471/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> s (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> backs gro (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> The Well of Trust As you stroll into the center of town, the cobblestone road intersects with another going the other way. Your eyes are drawn to the glint of a golden chalice, sitting unattended on the lip of a stone well off to one side. A bucket hangs from a rope suspended from a wooden brace; there seems to be a message scrawled on the side of the bucket. You notice that the townsfolk studiously avoid looking at the chalice, despite its obvious value--they avoid even the well itself, and walk out of their way to stay out of its shadow. [Exits: n e s w] The stone well sits to one side of the intersection. A gold cup sits on the edge of the stone well. Sitalz is resting here. TAKEN Groo is standing here. The leader of this detachment watches everyone that passes near him. Sitalz's homunculus is resting here. [4] A typical blonde is resting here. Semper is resting here. You have found your prey! (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 XP:21831297 Standing AL:367)> You sneak up behind TAKEN Groo and place the Gae-Bolg in his back. (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack and hit 9 times. You decimate TAKEN Groo with your powerful pierce! TAKEN Groo has a few bruises. (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You tumble out of the way as TAKEN Groo tries to headbutt you! (HP:450/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> flee TAKEN Groo quickly attacks 5 times and hits 3 times. TAKEN Groo pulverizes you with his slash. You block TAKEN Groo's slash. You quickly attack 8 times and hit 6 times. TAKEN Groo parries one of your attacks! You pulverize TAKEN Groo with your pierce. TAKEN Groo has some cuts. (HP:434/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro You panic, and attempt to flee. The North End of Widow's Road As you look around, the cobblestone road nears the center of town. Shops still surround you, although a small weather-worn guard shack lies to the east. One shop catches your attention because of its squat brick construction and large stone chimney. An overwelming flood of heat emanates from it and a faint clanging can be heard occasionally through its oak door. An anvil is carved into that door to let those whom are deaf to find their way. Each time the metal on metal sound reaches your ears, you clench up in expectation. [Exits: n e s w] (HP:435/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. TAKEN Groo is stunned, but will probably recover. (HP:435/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> scan (HP:435/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> You peer intently all around. You see: Immediately north : Sitalz Immediately north : TAKEN Groo Immediately north : the patrol leader Immediately north : Sitalz's homunculus Immediately north : Sitalz's homunculus Immediately north : Sitalz's homunculus Immediately north : Sitalz's homunculus Immediately north : a typical blonde Immediately north : Semper Immediately east : the gate guard Immediately east : a scruffy puppy Immediately south : a ragged boy Immediately west : the nobleman (HP:435/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> n (HP:436/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> backs gro The Well of Trust As you stroll into the center of town, the cobblestone road intersects with another going the other way. Your eyes are drawn to the glint of a golden chalice, sitting unattended on the lip of a stone well off to one side. A bucket hangs from a rope suspended from a wooden brace; there seems to be a message scrawled on the side of the bucket. You notice that the townsfolk studiously avoid looking at the chalice, despite its obvious value--they avoid even the well itself, and walk out of their way to stay out of its shadow. [Exits: n e s w] The stone well sits to one side of the intersection. A gold cup sits on the edge of the stone well. Sitalz is standing here. TAKEN Groo is resting here. The leader of this detachment watches everyone that passes near him. Sitalz's homunculus is resting here. [4] You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is resting here. (HP:436/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> n TAKEN Groo is too alert to be backstabbed. (HP:436/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> Near the Center of Town As you walk through town you see various merchant shops with townspeople walking into and out of each. Several guards patrol the town and you have yet to see signs of the local thieves and beggars. Other than the brisk nature of those moving through the cobblestone street, it appears to be a calm, quiet place to live. Too quiet--you notice that none of the people will seem to meet your eyes. To one side you see a large two story structure with a sign to indicate a tavern or maybe an inn. The roof is made from a wood shingle instead of the thatch you've seen on most others. It even has smoky stained glass windows. Across the breeze you hear an occasional curse and loud laughter beckoning you to the warmth and life behind the tavern's door. [Exits: n e s w] A beautiful woman dressed in colorful attire flashes you a seductive smile. (HP:436/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:436/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:436/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830747 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. TAKEN Groo rushes at you and attacks! Eyes squinted in a vain attempt at comprehension, TAKEN Groo wanders in from the south. (HP:436/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack and hit 9 times. You decimate TAKEN Groo with your powerful pierce! TAKEN Groo has some cuts. TAKEN Groo quickly attacks and hits 5 times. TAKEN Groo pulverizes you with his slash. You block TAKEN Groo's slash. (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> flee reload composite 3.quiver Semper enters from the south, smiling warmly. A typical blonde arrives from the south with a broad, satisfied grin on her face. (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You panic, and attempt to flee. The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. You slow TAKEN Groo's brain and thoughts. TAKEN Groo rushes at you and attacks! Eyes squinted in a vain attempt at comprehension, TAKEN Groo wanders in from the south. (HP:418/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo grabs you and smashes his thick skull into yours, knocking you down! (HP:413/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You are stunned, but will probably recover. A little dazed you wake and stand up. (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> fle (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> You panic, and attempt to flee. Near the Center of Town As you walk through town you see various merchant shops with townspeople walking into and out of each. Several guards patrol the town and you have yet to see signs of the local thieves and beggars. Other than the brisk nature of those moving through the cobblestone street, it appears to be a calm, quiet place to live. Too quiet--you notice that none of the people will seem to meet your eyes. To one side you see a large two story structure with a sign to indicate a tavern or maybe an inn. The roof is made from a wood shingle instead of the thatch you've seen on most others. It even has smoky stained glass windows. Across the breeze you hear an occasional curse and loud laughter beckoning you to the warmth and life behind the tavern's door. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. A beautiful woman dressed in colorful attire flashes you a seductive smile. (HP:357/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:357/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> Sitalz leaves north. (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. TAKEN Groo is stunned, but will probably recover. (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> n (HP:357/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> backs gro You suffer from your bleeding wounds. (HP:356/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> (HP:356/452 MV:471/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is standing here. TAKEN Groo is resting here. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:356/452 MV:470/471 XP:21830197 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo quaffs a vial containing a clear liquid. You sneak up behind TAKEN Groo and place the Gae-Bolg in his back. (HP:356/452 MV:470/471 Standing AL:367)> Sitalz gives some glowing roots to TAKEN Groo. (HP:356/452 MV:470/471 Standing AL:367)> [Chat] Punisher: hello all you bad little boys and girls Sitalz gives some glowing roots to TAKEN Groo. (HP:356/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> Sitalz gives some glowing roots to TAKEN Groo. A typical blonde chokes you, bruising your neck before you can squirm free! (HP:347/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> Sitalz gives some glowing roots to TAKEN Groo. (HP:347/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack and hit 9 times. You decimate TAKEN Groo with your powerful pierce! You focus your Power on creating fear... TAKEN Groo has many nasty wounds. A typical blonde quickly attacks and hits 9 times. The tunic of flame is damaged as it is hit! A typical blonde obliterates you with her horrific pierce! You block a typical blonde's pierce. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> flee reload composite quiver [Chat] The train conductor: Don't think you'll get away from me that easily Spyder. I'll remember YOU! (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You panic, and attempt to flee. A Warehouse of Grains You look around this spacious warehouse as your feet kick aside a few stray grains of wheat. On both sides rest large bins filled with grains of several types. The roof of this building is thatch like most others in the area, but with a stronger weave and more supporting beams. Wagon ruts can be seen in the dirt off the cobblestone leading into the wide door entrance. It looks as if this merchant is doing well in this tumultuous time of war. [Exits: e] Large bins of grain line the walls. A drunken patron looks around bleary-eyed and unseeing. A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. The grain merchant stands here, quill in hand, calculating in his head. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You deal TAKEN Groo a slight flesh wound. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> e (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> steal roots gro The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. A typical blonde is lying here stunned. Semper is standing here. TAKEN Groo is lying here stunned. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo catches you trying to steal from him! (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> n reload composite quiver [Chat] LadyDagger: hi Punisher (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> Semper goes ACK TTTTHHHHHPPPPPPTTTTTT! (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> A Farmhouse Lane A smaller path breaks off from the main dirt road. Back along the orchard's edge lies a small cottage with a barn peering around from the back. Smoke drifts silently from the stone chimney. To the south you can make out the buildings of a small town and north you watch the orchard disappear into the next hill and a cluster of tall pine trees. In the distance beyond the cottage, a castle rests on a sheer-faced ridge overlooking the town. Your eyes hold to the dark stone walls of the castle for a moment before you force yourself to look away. [Exits: n e s] A swaggering nobleman moves here as if he owns the place. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> [Chat] Bud: Hola Legend (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> s (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> steal roots gro n (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is standing here. TAKEN Groo is lying here stunned. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver A typical blonde says with satisfaction, 'Mistake kick.' (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> Got it! (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> A typical blonde peers at herself myopically. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo slowly gets back to his feet, shaking his head. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> [Chat] Punisher: and which mobiles shall i punish this evening? (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo panics, and attempts to flee. TAKEN Groo wanders away south, confused. Sitalz leaves south. (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> A Farmhouse Lane A smaller path breaks off from the main dirt road. Back along the orchard's edge lies a small cottage with a barn peering around from the back. Smoke drifts silently from the stone chimney. To the south you can make out the buildings of a small town and north you watch the orchard disappear into the next hill and a cluster of tall pine trees. In the distance beyond the cottage, a castle rests on a sheer-faced ridge overlooking the town. Your eyes hold to the dark stone walls of the castle for a moment before you force yourself to look away. [Exits: n e s] A swaggering nobleman moves here as if he owns the place. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> eat roots s [Chat] LadyDagger: hi bud (HP:321/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:321/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro You feel quite a bit better. You eat some glowing roots. (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:352/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You deal TAKEN Groo a slight flesh wound. TAKEN Groo rushes at you and attacks! Eyes squinted in a vain attempt at comprehension, TAKEN Groo wanders in from the south. Sitalz has arrived from the south. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow TAKEN Groo as they walk through here. (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack 9 times and hit 7 times. TAKEN Groo parries one of your attacks! You obliterate TAKEN Groo with your horrific pierce! You focus your Power on creating fear... TAKEN Groo panics, and attempts to flee. TAKEN Groo wanders away east, confused. Sitalz leaves east. (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> e [Chat] Punisher: has anyone seenmy dearest Pobby? (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> steal roots gro (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> w The Textile Foundry This bright and warm store has bolts of various cloths displayed around the room on tables and counters. To one side are racks of finished product; capes, cloaks, tunics and trousers. There are even a few pairs of leather shoes to be seen. In the back you can see a large loom weaving the wool into cloth. The western doorway leads back to the street. Just the opportunity to be out of the cheerless elements brings a small smile to your lips. [Exits: w] Sitalz is standing here. TAKEN Groo is standing here. The woman in charge of this establishment smiles in your direction. (HP:352/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver TAKEN Groo catches you trying to steal from him! (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:352/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro TAKEN Groo knocks you down with a powerful headbutt! (HP:347/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> (HP:347/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> clear Input buffer cleared. You are stunned, but will probably recover. A little dazed you wake and stand up. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> fle Sitalz gives some glowing roots to TAKEN Groo. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro You panic, and attempt to flee. The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:324/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> Semper enters from the south, smiling warmly. A typical blonde arrives from the south with a broad, satisfied grin on her face. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow Semper as they walk through here. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> A soot-covered mage has arrived from the north. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow a soot-covered mage as they walk through here. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> e A soot-covered mage leaves south. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> steal roots gro (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> The Textile Foundry This bright and warm store has bolts of various cloths displayed around the room on tables and counters. To one side are racks of finished product; capes, cloaks, tunics and trousers. There are even a few pairs of leather shoes to be seen. In the back you can see a large loom weaving the wool into cloth. The western doorway leads back to the street. Just the opportunity to be out of the cheerless elements brings a small smile to your lips. [Exits: w] Sitalz is standing here. TAKEN Groo is standing here, fighting the textile merchant. The textile merchant is lying here stunned. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> Got it! (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> w TAKEN Groo quickly attacks 5 times and hits 4 times. TAKEN Groo decimates the textile merchant with his powerful slash! The textile merchant is stunned, but will probably recover. The textile merchant slowly gets back to her feet, shaking her head. The textile merchant growls with anger. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> Sitalz withdraws inward and begins chanting under his breath. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> eat roots (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> The textile merchant hits TAKEN Groo extremely hard. TAKEN Groo quickly attacks 5 times and hits 3 times. A fashionable ribbon is damaged as it is hit! TAKEN Groo obliterates the textile merchant with his horrific slash! (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is standing here. A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:324/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro Looking panicked, TAKEN Groo has arrived from the east. Sitalz has arrived from the east. (HP:324/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You feel quite a bit better. You eat some glowing roots. (HP:371/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:371/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829647 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo grabs you and smashes his thick skull into yours, knocking you down! You are too stunned to do that. (HP:366/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> A little dazed you wake and stand up. A typical blonde quickly attacks 9 times and hits 8 times. You parry an attack from a typical blonde! A typical blonde pulverizes you with her pierce. Suddenly, you are filled with fear! You panic, and attempt to flee. A Warehouse of Grains You look around this spacious warehouse as your feet kick aside a few stray grains of wheat. On both sides rest large bins filled with grains of several types. The roof of this building is thatch like most others in the area, but with a stronger weave and more supporting beams. Wagon ruts can be seen in the dirt off the cobblestone leading into the wide door entrance. It looks as if this merchant is doing well in this tumultuous time of war. [Exits: e] Large bins of grain line the walls. A drunken patron looks around bleary-eyed and unseeing. The grain merchant stands here, quill in hand, calculating in his head. (HP:348/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> fle clear You panic, and attempt to flee. The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. TAKEN Groo is standing here. You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is standing here. A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:348/452 MV:469/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> Input buffer cleared. (HP:348/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> n A Farmhouse Lane A smaller path breaks off from the main dirt road. Back along the orchard's edge lies a small cottage with a barn peering around from the back. Smoke drifts silently from the stone chimney. To the south you can make out the buildings of a small town and north you watch the orchard disappear into the next hill and a cluster of tall pine trees. In the distance beyond the cottage, a castle rests on a sheer-faced ridge overlooking the town. Your eyes hold to the dark stone walls of the castle for a moment before you force yourself to look away. [Exits: n e s] A swaggering nobleman moves here as if he owns the place. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:348/452 MV:469/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You manage to put a neat, but deep, hole into TAKEN Groo. TAKEN Groo is stunned, but will probably recover. (HP:348/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> s (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> backs gro (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> steal roots gro (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> n reload composite quiver The Edge of Town You stand on the outskirts of a moderately prosperous town. Looking around you see a number of merchants and townsfolk hurrying about their business, be it buying or selling their wares or some other unknown task. The only sound most of them make is as their feet tread across the cobblestone road. You see that the road through town is worn from such travel, but it is still in far better condition that the dirt path which you see leading away to the north. Shop owners have their doors open on both sides of the street and you see several of the townsfolk entering and leaving them. You have never seen a place so busy and yet so quiet. A small shiver of apprehension runs through you. [Exits: n e s w] Sitalz is standing here. TAKEN Groo is standing here. You catch a glimpse of a woman in the shadows. Semper is standing here. A brown and black mutt sniffs the ground looking for something to eat. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. The mutt's ears perk up and his eyes follow you as you walk through here. (HP:348/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo is too alert to be backstabbed. (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo catches you trying to steal from him! (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> shoot gro (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo quaffs a vial containing a clear liquid. (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> A Farmhouse Lane A smaller path breaks off from the main dirt road. Back along the orchard's edge lies a small cottage with a barn peering around from the back. Smoke drifts silently from the stone chimney. To the south you can make out the buildings of a small town and north you watch the orchard disappear into the next hill and a cluster of tall pine trees. In the distance beyond the cottage, a castle rests on a sheer-faced ridge overlooking the town. Your eyes hold to the dark stone walls of the castle for a moment before you force yourself to look away. [Exits: n e s] A swaggering nobleman moves here as if he owns the place. A brown-haired girl fiddles with her shift and watches the crowd walk by. (HP:348/452 MV:470/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> Eyes squinted in a vain attempt at comprehension, TAKEN Groo wanders in from the south. Sitalz has arrived from the south. (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo withdraws inward and begins chanting under his breath. TAKEN Groo weaves a magical field that surrounds you, binding you to your place! (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! Your shot tears through TAKEN Groo's flesh leaving a nasty ragged wound. The black aura around TAKEN Groo crackles to life. (HP:348/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack 9 times and hit 7 times. You obliterate TAKEN Groo with your horrific pierce! TAKEN Groo is bleeding freely. TAKEN Groo quickly attacks and hits 5 times. TAKEN Groo decimates you with his powerful slash! Blood oozes from your new wound. You block TAKEN Groo's slash. (HP:309/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You feel the power which is binding you here begin to loosen. Your wings strain to keep you aloft. You suffer from your bleeding wounds. (HP:306/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack 8 times and hit 7 times. You decimate TAKEN Groo with your powerful pierce! TAKEN Groo is covered in blood. TAKEN Groo quickly attacks 5 times and hits 4 times. TAKEN Groo demolishes you with his slash! You block TAKEN Groo's slash. (HP:283/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> reload composite 2.quiver You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:283/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo grabs you and smashes his thick skull into yours, knocking you down! (HP:278/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> shoot gor (HP:278/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> Since you aren't fighting just now, it doesn't help you any. (HP:278/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> shoot gro You are too stunned to do that. (HP:278/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You are stunned, but will probably recover. A little dazed you wake and stand up. (HP:195/452 MV:471/471 XP:21829097 Standing AL:367)> You fire your composite bow at TAKEN Groo! You deal TAKEN Groo a slight flesh wound. The power swells within you and TAKEN Groo's protective aura shatters into a million pieces. (HP:195/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> fle (HP:195/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> You quickly attack 9 times and hit 6 times. TAKEN Groo parries one of your attacks! The Gae-Bolg is damaged as it strikes armor! You massacre TAKEN Groo with your pierce. TAKEN Groo is covered in blood. TAKEN Groo quickly attacks and hits 4 times. TAKEN Groo pulverizes you with his slash. You block TAKEN Groo's slash. (HP:175/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> TAKEN Groo grabs you and smashes his thick skull into yours, knocking you down! (HP:170/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You are too stunned to do that. (HP:170/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> fle You are too stunned to do that. (HP:170/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> A little dazed you wake and stand up. You can't take much more of this! You quickly attack and hit 8 times. You demolish TAKEN Groo with your pierce! TAKEN Groo is leaking guts. (HP:82/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> fle You are bound to this room and cannot flee! (HP:82/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> reload composite quiver You reload a composite bow from a quiver of arrows. (HP:82/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> shoot gor TAKEN Groo quickly attacks and hits 5 times. TAKEN Groo decimates you with his powerful slash! You can't take much more of this! You quickly attack and hit 8 times. You obliterate TAKEN Groo with your horrific pierce! TAKEN Groo is leaking guts. (HP:35/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> (HP:35/452 MV:471/471 Standing AL:367)> shoot TAKEN Groo grabs you and smashes his thick skull into yours, knocking you down! (HP:30/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You are too stunned to do that. (HP:30/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You are too stunned to do that. (HP:30/452 MV:471/471 STUNNED! AL:367)> You have been KILLED!! [Info]: Stain was just massacred by Groo.