Keeper Tesonu
AN ORC HAS ENTERED YOUR DUNGEON!
"Haven't had one of those in a while."
Tesonu takes a glance at the new Orc.
"Holy shit. That's the Orc?"
Yes.
"What the hell kind of steroids has he been taking?"
"Hey boss. Name's Baku. Short, simple. Like it? I'm a fighter, mostly. But I can do other things. You got a job? Name it, and I'll do it. I ain't the best reader or craftsman, but if you want me workin', you just gotta say the word, man. I'm gonna hit the Training Room for now."
"...That's great."
"Well, at least he doesn't seem to be the stupid kind. I'm willing to bet that if I send him out against Hannibal, he'll just screw Cedric and join my side just to see that Orc. Stupid homosexual Keeper."
A WARLOCK HAS ENTERED YOUR DUNGEON!
"Another one? I don't think I'll have any problem researching."
"Greetings Keeper. My name is Asifet. I am a warlock, yes, but I do not fight as my esteemed brethren do, chucking spells while others do the dieing to keep them away from harm's reach. I prefer a far more personal form of combat. I seek to challenge myself, better myself and pit myself against others in hand-to-hand combat. I digress though, for you see, this is not why I came here. I was perfectly satisfied with my previous realm brimming with enemy talent. My mentor was killed some time ago in a massacre in the realm of Redshore. He was as close to me as anyone ever has been. I was devoted to him for many years. I search these northern reaches for his killer - an elf by all accounts. I was hoping to use this region as a base for my inquiries."
"......"
"...oh god..."
"...my eyes..."
"Greetings Keeper. My name is Asifet. I am a warlock, yes, but I do not fight as my esteemed brethren do, chucking spells while others do the dieing to keep them away from harm's reach. I prefer a far more personal form of combat. I seek to challenge myself, better myself and pit myself against others in hand-to-hand combat. I digress though, for you see, this is not why I came here. I was perfectly satisfied with my previous realm brimming with enemy talent. My mentor was killed some time ago in a massacre in the realm of Redshore. He was as close to me as anyone ever has been. I was devoted to him for many years. I search these northern reaches for his killer - an elf by all accounts. I was hoping to use this region as a base for my inquiries."
"There, much better."
Now able to understand him, Tesonu took in Asifet's words. He wasn't sure what to think of the way he "used" his dungeon for such a manner, but he figured it didn't really matter. So long as he put him to use. Creatures such as he, those who had no true loyalty, respect, or just good intentions for Tesonu, they were merely his tools. He still had to remotely mind their feelings lest they cause too much trouble for him, but that wasn't much of an issue most of the time.
"Yeah, sure Asifet. But remember that so long as you're in my dungeon, you must abide by my rules and heed my other creatures of worth and authority, else you'll suffer consequences worse than sacking."
THE GODS ARE PLEASED WITH YOUR SACRIFICE!
Tesonu, in excitement, turned his attention towards the Temple.
THE GODS HAVE REWARDED YOUR SACRIFICE WITH A WOMAN.
"You ignorant, fascist Informant. Your feeble mind could not begin to understand my sophisticated nature. You should focus on more important tasks, such as cleaning the dungeon. That's all you Informants are good for anyways, right?"
I don't like her. She made fun of me.
"You shut up."
"Greetings, Keeper. I am Andralia, one of the few Tainted Angels. I was born from the violent joining of a Dark Angel and a Horned Reaper. I wield the strength of my father and the cunning of my mother. As such I am attuned to magic and combat."
Sounds sexy.
"But be warned, if you try to harm me, you will feel the full force of both my parents coming down on you. Twofold if you share the viewpoint of your Informant."
God damn it. It's one of those.
I think we should get rid of her.
Tools, remember? Tools!
"For now, I'll help you with your current research. I'm sure you'll have no objections with that."
"That'll be fine, Andralia."
A VAMPIRE HAS RISEN FROM YOUR GRAVEYARD.
"It's about time. Those bodies have been rotting since Chuckle's invasion."
"Keeper. I am Valira. I wish to be put to use by you. Use me however you wish. Use me until I die. I don't care, so long as I can help you in some way before finally being granted my dearest wish of death. What is your name, exactly?"
"What a depressed Creature."
She came from the bodies of the Tentacles and that Troll Orc. I'm still not sure which it was.
"Hm, how fitting."
Before Tesonu could actually respond to Valira instead of talking to himself and his inner conscious, the Informant spoke again.
THE GODS HAVE REWARDED YOUR SACRIFCE WITH SUPER SEXY SISTERLY ANGELS!
":O"
"The Gods, they've finally answered my prayers!"
Either that or it's Christmas.
"I don't care, I got hot babes! Like, even more than I already have!"
"Great Keeper, Tesonu! I am Yalniai, but you may call me Yalni if you wish. I am a Holy Angel, an expert of sword-fighting! I am also highly skilled at crafting, but can provide use in the Library if you need be."
Tesonu watched with amusement as the sister Dark Angel pushed Yalniai out of the way and took her place.
"Yeah, yeah... So hello, Tesonu~! My name is Zelniana... but you can call me Zelni~"
For every wink Zelniana gave Tesonu, every pillar in the dungeon increased in length by an inch or two.
"I've heard much about you, Tesonu. All about the kinds of things you're interested in, so I decided to tag along with my sister here."
Tesonu was further amused as the two sisters fought, or perhaps that was how they played with each other. Whichever. Eventually, Zelniana began giving a more proper introduction.
"So, Tesonu... my talents are with magic. I'm a much better mage than my sister will ever be. On top of that, I can research better than she can manufacture, while still being able to manufacture myself! But I tend to not like the rough awkwardness of swordplay. I leave such dirty work to my sister. Oh yes, and my best quality over her is that I am so much more attractive."
Tesonu decided to humor her a bit.
"I'm sorry, did you say something? I was... looking at something else... on your chest..."
"Oh Tesonu, such a tease~!"
Not the only one whose a tease around here. I'm looking at you, Zael!
"Oh yes, before I forget... You were once the holder of a special and rare artifact, correct? The Mystical Dice of Prophecy if I'm not mistaken."
"My magic dice? I dropped them in the Temple by accident."
Zelniana slowly and seductively put her hand between her breasts, joining it by a playful wink and tongue. At that moment, every pillar suddenly hit the ceiling. Zelniana pulled out Tesonu's magic dice and handed them towards her Keeper.
"I brought them back for you. Don't worry, I kept them warm for you. I hope you're pleased with my efforts."
"......"
"...Thank you, Dark Christmas God."
"No problem."
"Well it was nice meeting you, Tesonu! Hope to do well in your dungeon! I think we're both going to set up our Lairs and get a bit of Training done!"
Tesonu watched as the two Angels then became involved with Valira. He watched the whole incident until it seemed to reach an end.
"Well then... Yalniai, Zelniana, and Valira. I'm sure you will all perform well in my dungeon. Set up your Lairs for now, maybe get a bit of Training done, but don't get too involved with anything. I have some serious plans concerning my forces, you see. Oh and Valira, I am Keeper Tesonu."
A NEW SPELL HAS BEEN RESEARCHED: CALL-TO-ARMS
"Yes!"
A NEW SPELL HAS BEEN RESEARCHED: HOLD AUDIENCE
"Yes!!"
A NEW SPELL HASN'T BEEN RESEARCHED: INFERNO
"Screw you!!"
"Well... looks like it's finally time. I have both Call-to-Arms to start the invasion and Hold Audience for when I need to call everyone back. Just a few last minute things to take care of... the tortured Heroes and the Traps."
Tesonu began giving his Imps orders before turning his attention to the Torture Chamber. The first to speak was Doug the giant, followed by the male Guard and then the Knight.
"Thinking hard. Smashing easy!! You let Doug smash, let Doug no think, Doug smash for you!!"
"...If that's your way of saying you want to convert, sure. Let him go. Stupid Giant."
"You will never break me, scum!"
"That's what they all say."
"..agh..! ...maybe you will..."
"...Dumbass."
"Esperad, ESPERAD!!!"
What the hell did he call me?
"Wait! I need audience with keeper! I joining him! Mierda! deten eso!"
"Uh, yeah. You wanted to speak with me?"
"Keeper! My name is Don Guillermo Ortega from the fair land of Castilla, away far from Heavenarius. In horrible accident during sea I end up here. Heroes is jerks, all of they! They is uncivilized! Cedric and Heroes is undeserve of anything! Cedric is pig! While my heart and soul is and will always be in Castilla I offered my sword for service until I get back to home! I have no remorse share I know of uncivilized kingdom, I not own anything to Heroes and has no regrets on conqueringed your enemies. Excuse my language, is strange dialect everyone used in Heavenarius are hard for me."
"Uhhh... sure why not. You can go."
Tesonu returned his attention back to his Traps. They were all set up. They looked magnificent.
Now... Tesonu had to decide who was to go on the Invasion and who was to stay home as a housewife. There were some who were obvious choices, like Crystice. Generally, Tesonu wanted a large number of his melee fighters to join in on the Invasion, with the exception of his defensive fighters that were to be more evenly split. He would prefer if he had more supporters and ranged fighters staying as housewifes unless necessary.
Sapphira, Doug, and Andralia were fighters that Tesonu wanted to keep within the dungeon. Sapphira he was sure would have some sort of special use, as well as Andralia due to her Horned Reaper blood. Doug... well, Tesonu was sure they could use at least one heavy hitter staying at home. Being a Giant, he was also too slow to keep up with an invading force. Not to mention, probably too stupid to grasp concepts of strategy anyways. Thinking about it, Tesonu didn't think he really liked having a Giant. They were too stupid to do anything.
For his defensive fighters, he was going to leave Baku, Tralk, Omervium, Grot, and Zama in the dungeon. He doubted Grot nor Tralk would be called upon for the battle. Grot wasn't really a fighter, and Tralk had certain... weaknesses. Tesonu had been notified of how he had gone crazy and bounced around in his shell earlier, causing damage to the Traps. He didn't want something like that to occur against his invasion force. Given their larger size, it would be difficult not to harm an ally. Additionally, he didn't want Tralk to cause damage in the Trap Room when it really mattered. It was probably best that he just remained in the dungeon. He was also keeping Zama in the dungeon because he would likely have a higher advantage with more mobility. Omervium was being kept in the dungeon in order to stay under his watch. The lack of raw defensive fighters was a good enough excuse to avoid any suspicion.
Tesonu had the urge to keep Nalina in the dungeon as well, but he couldn't She had a certain undeniable use, something Tesonu had planned. Being immune to statuses and a good defensive fighter, she had to go. Likewise, he wanted to keep Paste and Almeron in the dungeon, but he knew Paste would be ineffective if she stayed. She would have sent Shaylum as well for the same reason, but there was a reason why she was staying. Plus, Paste seemed familiar with Malefric, and it might be better for morale to keep them together. Tesonu wished he could do that for more Creatures, like separating Grith and Suria, but that came with certain other undesirable sacrifices. As for Almeron, Tesonu not only wanted him away for Shaylum for a bit, but he wanted to test him.
And that was essentially all there was to it. He still, of course, had to pass certain and more secret information towards Crystice. He would do it after the announcement.
"Creatures!!"
"It is finally time for the invasion on Hannibal's dungeon. I will have the majority of my forces go on the offensive to wipe out Hannibal once and for all. We've taken down a considerable number of his Creatures last time, so I think it's time we finish this. The invasion force will be led by my Battle Commander, Crystice. For those of you who are new, she is the Witch with blue robes and hair. The rest of our forces will remain here to defend the dungeon should the Heroes or Hannibal attempt a surprise attack of some kind."
"The following Creatures will report to the Guard Room immediately for the invasion and then await Crystice's orders. Dreggory, Diana, Tedworthy, Ecthelion, Suria, Grith, Cytai, Scourge, Nalina, Malefric, Ortega, Yalniai, Zelniana, Asifet, Emmra, Almeron, Paste, and Trouse."
"The rest of you will remain in the dungeon. None of you are to go beyond the Guard Room unless stated otherwise. All of my Imps will remain within the dungeon as well. I advise you all to train, unless you have talent in the Workshop, in which case you should manufacture instead. Manufacturers, focus on standard Barricades, Sentries, and Spike Traps. Have a secondary focus for Braced Doors. Malsiah, you will be the only researcher for now, being the most experienced out of all others and thus not needing to train. Shaylum and Baku, train a bit until the invasion force has departed. Then, I want you two to head straight to the Guard Room. Remain there until further command. Patrol up to the edges of the Trap Room, taking a quick but cautious peek outside the Steel and Magic Door that have been newly placed, and then return back to the Guard Room to repeat the route."
"That is all. You know your orders. Do not fail me."
Tesonu cast Call-to-Arms on Hannibal's old Trap Room, but was recently destroyed and claimed.
Afterwards, Tesonu went over to Crystice and dropped her and Emmra in the Guard Room before he passed his knowledge onto her. Then, he only had to wait. Soon, it would be time to invoke his plan, to play his enemies against each other. How foolish were the pawns who dared think themselves kings and queens. Foolish, and misguided. Ultimately, they brought about their own demise as a result of their terrible choice of actions. Tesonu had no reason to care.
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Important Actions:
Replied to Introductions
Researched Call-to-Arms
Researched Hold Audience
Failed to Research Inferno
Set Up Traps
Converted Doug
Converted Ortega
Made Invasion Announcement
Cast Call-to-Arms
General Orders:
Invasion Force: Head to the Guard Room and Await Crystice's Instruction
Defending Force: Train or Manufacture, Do Not Go Beyond Guard Room
Malsiah: Remain the Only Researcher
Shaylum and Baku: Train Until the Invasion Force Leaves, then Guard and Go on Guard Patrol Up to the Edges of the Trap Room
Research Orders:
Only Malsiah will Research
Inferno
Manufacture Orders:
Wooden Barricades
Sentry Traps
Spike Traps
Braced Doors (Second Priority)
Imp Orders:
Remain in the Dungeon
Research in Progress:
Call-to-Arms Spell: 100%
Hold Audience: 100%
Inferno: 89.9%
Current Gold:
6136, +748 (Gem), -6000 (Scavenger Room)
Current Mana:
1384/6000 +1584 (Mana Gain), -200 (Call-to-Arms
Mana Gain:
69 Per Turn