Faircoast Cavern

[Mothrayas]

Faircoast Cavern

"Welcome, creatures. This place may be looking a little unfamiliar for you. That may be because, for the record, I am not Keeper Larquidos, whom you used to belong to. Rather, I used a little diversion, which sent you here, rather than to Larquidos' hideout, wherever he may be. And now, you are to serve me as your new keeper. But don't worry, because I can be a fairly nice Keeper if you work along."

"But enough about that. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Animus, and I've been preparing for this moment for longer than you could even imagine. It is now the time for me, to introduce myself to the overworld as a major threat that they have never seen coming. But I need the force of creatures such as you to do that. If you work along, then I could offer great rewards to you... but if you work against me, then you could risk the punishment coming from my might. Choose wisely."

"In the more preferable case that you'll come and work alongside me, then feel free to make yourself at home... the Lair is to your left. At current state, the dungeon looks a bit humble now, but do not worry... it shall expand itself quite soon."

Map



Dungeon status

Dungeon Heart Health:

100%

Current gold

10527

Rooms/spells/etc

Rooms in possession

1 Dungeon Heart
1 Portal
1 Treasury
1 Lair
1 Hatchery
1 Training Room
1 Library
1 Workshop
1 Guard Room
2 Bridges
1 Casino
1 Prison
1 Torture Chamber
1 Scavenger Room

Rooms researched

Treasury
Lair
Hatchery
Training Room
Library
Workshop
Guard Room
Bridge
Casino
Prison
Torture Chamber
Scavenger Room

Spells researched

Create Imp
Speed Monster
Heal
Create Gold
Chicken

Research progress:

Combat Pit: 19%
Graveyard: 13%

Traps & Doors ready

2 Steel Doors
4 Sentry Traps
2 Lightning Traps
1 Fireburst Trap
1 Alarm Trap
1 Fear Trap

Current creatures

Total imps: 8

Active creatures: 6
Inactive creatures: 0
(no activity as of post #215)
Sacked creatures: 11
Left creatures: 13
Killed creatures: 2
Total: 32

Name	Species	Player	Active	Status
Skios	Spider	Mothrayas	#2+	Active
Krua	Spider	Mothrayas	#2+	Active
Ryan	Rogue	Skarok	#3-#134 (#215)	Sacked
Marteal	Orc	ARMofORION	#4-#136 (#215)	Sacked
Pel	Rogue	Skarok	#5-#134 (#215)	Sacked
Spindle	Spider	MeinCookie	#7-#77, #177-#203 (#215)	Sacked
Xerina	Dark Elf	nijuni_kuro	#14-#207 (#215)	Sacked
Dranton	Beetle	nijuni_kuro	#14-#207 (#215)	Sacked
Matthew	Rogue	KSS	#17-#65	Left
Ivan	Spider	Evi	#19-#58 (#215)	Sacked
Bug	Fly	Metal Gear Rex	#26-#80	Left
Ouroboros & Ragnarok	Hellhound	Mothrayas	#36+	Active
Hayta	Dark Elf	ARMofORION	#54-#136 (#215)	Sacked
Max	Salamander	KSS	#62-#65	Left
Daniel	Warlock	KSS	#62-#65	Left
Zukia	Rogue	Metal Gear Rex	#67-#94, #141-#214	Left
Tarik	Warlock	ARMofORION	#78-#86	Left
Nigel Fish'n'chips	Warlock	Skarok	#82-#124	Dead
Valkoth	Tunneller	ARMofORION	#87-#136 (#215)	Sacked
Vermillion	Rogue	MeinCookie	#88-#202 (#215)	Sacked
Azazisaz	Warlock	MeinCookie	#98-#209	Left
Dreggory	Goblin	MeinCookie	#111-#120	Left
Niea	Dark Elf	Metal Gear Rex	#115-#214	Left
Serena	Salamander	Mothrayas	#142+	Active
Scourge	Rogue	MeinCookie	#146-#212	Left
Giller	Warlock	Metal Gear Rex	#148-#211	Dead
Wernslow	Firefly	Keeper Decagon	#150-#213	Left
Zama	Beetle	MeinCookie	#155-#208	Left
Ribs	Skeleton	Metal Gear Rex	#159+	Active
Yegzil	Troll	NerdyTB	#178-#206 (#215)	Sacked
Karan	Firefly	Keeper Decagon	#180-#213	Left
Barthus	Orc	Searingflame2	#188+	Active

Available units

Available creatures:

Goblin
Fly
Firefly
Beetle
Spider
Warlock
Demon Spawn
Salamander
Troll
Orc
Dark Elf
Rogue
Dark Mistress
Bile Demon
Tentacle
Hellhound

Available creatures (transferable only):

Dragon
Skeleton
Ghost

Available heroes (transferable only):

Tunneller
Dwarf
Thief
Human Archer
Elven Archer
Barbarian
Guard
Giant
Wizard

Available units (unique):

Maiden of the Nest (1)
Ghost (1)

Battle Records

Imprisoned: 0

Tortured: 1

Keeper Elyon
- Maiden of the Nest L7 "Shiyzhi"

Graveyard: 0

Killcount: 4

Keeper Elyon
- Firefly L1 "Ivy"
- Salamander L2 "Cauda"
- Demon Spawn L4 "Bagel"
- Maiden of the Nest L6 "Mzisah"

Deaths count: 2 / 4

- 2 Imps
- Warlock L1 "Nigel Fish'n'Chips"
- Warlock L1 "Giller"

[Mothrayas]

Skios was the first creature to enter through the portal. He heard a different Keeper's voice when he arrived. The Keeper spoke to him, and his compatriots who came after him.

"Welcome, creatures. This place may be looking a little unfamiliar for you. That may be because, for the record, I am not Keeper Larquidos, whom you used to belong to. Rather, I used a little diversion, which sent you here, rather than to Larquidos' hideout, wherever he may be. And now, you are to serve me as your new keeper. But don't worry, because I can be a fairly nice Keeper if you work along."

"But enough about that. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Animus, and I've been preparing for this moment for longer than you could even imagine. It is now the time for me, to introduce myself to the overworld as a major threat that they have never seen coming. But I need the force of creatures such as you to do that. If you work along, then I could offer great rewards to you... but if you work against me, then you could risk the punishment coming from my might. Choose wisely."

"In the more preferable case that you'll come and work alongside me, then feel free to make yourself at home... the Lair is to your left. At current state, the dungeon looks a bit humble now, but do not worry... it shall expand itself quite soon."

Skios thought for a moment.

"So... I knew that Ribs guy down the portal was wrong! We should have turned left when the path branched. That stupid skeleton- ah, never mind. Never cared that much for that Keeper anyway."

Skios stepped on forward towards the Keeper's Heart. Krua followed, almost beside him.

"Well, uh. My name is Skios, and I'll very gladly beat up whatever Heroes dare be in the way... or enemy creatures too, if necessary. And she here is my twin sister Krua. She's a talented ice witch and researcher. I'm sure we can be of use for your plans."

Skios then turned around, then briefly looked back.

"Now, if you'll excuse us for a moment, we haven't rested in a long time. See ya later."

Skios turned to Krua.

"C'mon Krua, let's go take a nap. Gettin' a bit tired of the walk."

"All right, I'll come..."

The spider twins then walked on to the Lair, and created their new lairs there, right next to each other. They then soon both fell asleep.

Summary: Skios introduced himself and Krua to Animus, and then went to the lair and both started sleeping.

Skios the Brutal Arachnid Warrior
Health: 100%
Location: lair
Status: sleeping
Mood: tired
Level: 5
Gold: 0

Krua the Icy Arachnid Witch
Health: 100%
Location: lair
Status: sleeping
Mood: also tired
Level: 6
Gold: 0

[Skarok]

Ryan finally jumped out of the portal, forced himself to look back down.

Great, these things didn't follow me up... The last time I'll walk alone down there. Should've stayed with the group.

Then he heard that he most likely took the wrong way since he ended up with someone different than Larquidos.

Great and I just started to enjoy it...

"I don't know how the hell I ended up here but since you seem to know that I and the others who will hopefully arrive soon are from Larquidos you must be good at your job. Since it would be suicide to go back down there alone I think I'll stay. I'll set up my lair after that you can order me to whatever you want to. It seems your dungeon is quite new... ran into any trouble yet?"

With this he made his way over to the lair and set everything up before walking over to the training room. He noticed two of his allies from Crystallbarrow as he entered, but didn't speak to them.

Looks like the group made it... at least a part of it.


Then he entered the training room and again the lifeless dummies seemed to stare at him with an arrogant, empty glimpse.
Again...

"Ah yes, by the way I hate this kind of training. So feel free to let me fight in any real battle until you've got an arena."

Ryan Summary
Health: 100%
Location: Training room
Gold: 0.00
Level: 3.38
Keeper Approval: 30
Mood: Relieved
Status: Talking with the Keeper
Quick Summary: Ryan arrived at the dungeon and talked to the Keeper.

[ARMofORION]

The ground shook, waking everything within Keeper Animus's dungeon (Along with scaring an Imp) as the Orc giant Marteal climbs out of the portal. He also makes it in time to hear what he refers to as "The Voice" speak:
"Welcome, creatures. This place may be looking a little unfamiliar for you. That may be because, for the record, I am not Keeper Larquidos, whom you used to belong to. Rather, I used a little diversion, which sent you here, rather than to Larquidos' hideout, wherever he may be. And now, you are to serve me as your new keeper. But don't worry, because I can be a fairly nice Keeper if you work along."

"But enough about that. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Animus, and I've been preparing for this moment for longer than you could even imagine. It is now the time for me, to introduce myself to the overworld as a major threat that they have never seen coming. But I need the force of creatures such as you to do that. If you work along, then I could offer great rewards to you... but if you work against me, then you could risk the punishment coming from my might. Choose wisely."

"In the more preferable case that you'll come and work alongside me, then feel free to make yourself at home... the Lair is to your left. At current state, the dungeon looks a bit humble now, but do not worry... it shall expand itself quite soon."

Although he had little to no clue as to what "The Voice" had told him, he found the Lair due to it's help. He set up his home within it, and begins to wonder around, trying to find a workshop. He searches, and finds none, so he returns to the Lair and sits in his home, nothing more than a bed attached to a totem pole. Once he is sat down, he begins to look for his books containing his forging designs.

MARTEAL SUMMARY:
Health: 98%
Level: 3.1
Mood: Unknown
Gold: 40
Status: Waiting
Summary: Enters and wonders around, failing to find a workshop (Not that there is one), and sits down to refer to his Forging Manual.

[Skarok]

After Pel finally found the entrance he climbed up as fast as he could, uncertain if he finally caught up with the group again.

Those bastards could've waited a few minutes dammit! I hope our loner is here too, that all just looked too much like he tried to get away from me...

As soon as he had reached the dungeon even more bad news reached his ears.

Great, looks like I took the wrong path. But hey, if he talks about us as ex-servants of Larquidos I may found my target again. Anyways...

... but if you work against me, then you could risk the punishment coming from my might. Choose wisely."

Like you would notice what I'm doing before I'm gone. I'm a professional...

Pel made his way into the heart chamber if the new Keeper and took a bow.

"Ah, Keeper Animus. I think I've already heard of you from my sources but I may remember something different... anyways, it's an honor to serve under your command. I'll try to aid you as good as it is even possible, your goals are my goals, your will is my will. Since your dungeon is quite new I don't think there's anything specific you want me to do, so I think I'll just catch up with my old comrades if you allow."

Without even setting up a lair he moved right into the room where all the noise came from, the training room.

There you are... Don't think you'll make it this time.

Pel then entered the room and shouted with a charming voice: "Ryan, glad you made it!"



Pel Summary
Health: 99%
Location: Training room
Gold: 0.00
Level: 2.16
Keeper Approval: -10
Mood: Amused
Status: Talking to Ryan.
Quick Summary: Pel introduced himself to the Keeper and tracked down his target again.

[Mothrayas]

Animus looked at his creatures. He was pleased to see they all made the decision to support his cause.

He noticed that first up came the spider twins, Skios and Krua.

"Welcome, spiders. Glad that you are here. You both seem remarkably powerful, and a researcher will be very useful in my dungeon. There's a lot of work to do.

Animus looked at the next creature, Ryan the rogue. He listened to what he had to say to him.

"Glad that you're staying, rogue... I haven't had much trouble yet, but I'll be sure to make you know first when something happens."

The next creature was Marteal who didn't even say anything, but he found the lair himself and then walked around a bit before choosing to go to the lair again. He didn't look like he was the smartest creature out there, but he had more than enough mass to make himself useful.

The last creature appearing was Pel, the other rogue.

"Good, good to see you find it an honor to be under my command. Sure, go ahead with your comrades..."

Animus then assessed the situation. He knew that he'd need to get some new rooms up in his dungeons to keep his creatures busy and working. Ryan mentioned the need of an arena, or combat pit. He also figured out that the thing Marteal was looking for, is a workshop. He also had the ability to build a Casino or Scavenger Room.

So, the first thing he did was command his Imps to do some work. They were tasked to dig out a 5x4 room to the north of the Treasury. He intended for there to be a casino. Certain creatures could use it to stay amused. They also attract Rogues like a goldmine. Animus saw potential coming up in it.

And as for the researching department, Animus saw the most value in getting his Orc to the work that he seemingly wished to do. Traps are, of course, a great advantage should Animus find the need to defend himself from his opponents on his own ground.

Animus watched over his Lair, where the spiders were quietly sleeping. Animus picked up Krua and dropped her in the middle of the Library.

"Krua, was it... as you are the only capable researcher around, I should tell you there's a lot of work to be done. To start with, research the Workshop. I see great strategic value in utilizing traps and doors, and it can keep the Orc at work. Get at it."

Krua quietly grabbed a book off a shelf related to the workshop, and started reading. The room was remarkably quiet, as if there wasn't even any life there.

Animus looked over to his Imps digging. Their scarce numbers meant progress didn't quite hurry up as well as it should. In response to seeing this, Animus created two more Imps to get the deal done.

"Very well... here, a Casino shall be placed soon."



Keeper Animus

Summary: Said some words to his creatures, contemplated what to build and research, started digging out for a Casino, and dropped Krua in the library for researching the Workshop. Also created 2 Imps. (6 total)

Gold: 16000 (+0, -0)

[MeinCookie]

Spindle
the Spider

An elderly spider emerged from the portal, grace and poise belying her delicate and feeble physique. She made her way to the Heart.

'"'A greeting Keeper Animus, my name is Spindle. I appear to have... lost... my previous Keeper. Irrelevant... You will find me a loyal and able researcher and ranged spell-caster. I'm sure it will be a pleasure to work together, my dear.'"'

Spindle headed for the Lair and established her own, before proceeding to the library to begin researching

--No doubt it is the Speed spell which is most called for.--

The spider began researching exactly that.

SUMMARY IN BRIEF__________
Gold: 0
Health: 100%
Level: 1
Keeper Approval: 20 (Neutral)
Mood: Entertained.
Status: Researching.
Quick Summary: Says hello to Animus, sets up bedding in the Lair, begins researching Haste in the Library.

[Skarok]

Ryan & Pel

It wasn't nice for him to have to train with motionless dummies again, but he couldn't complain since this Keeper was obviously new in town. Maybe the merc would do some researching later, but for now he preferred something more exhausting so he could have an excuse to sleep the first time since he left Crystallbarrow. But then he heard Pel's voice.

Damn, can't that bastard simply disappear?

Suddenly, the Keeper was addressing him directly, interrupting his first attempt for an answer.

"Glad that you're staying, rogue... I haven't had much trouble yet, but I'll be sure to make you know first when something happens."

Ryan nodded and already wanted to reply to the annoying voice behind him, as the Keeper spoke again.


"Good, good to see you find it an honor to be under my command. Sure, go ahead with your comrades..."

Fool thought Pel amused without changing his mien. "And sorry if I forgot to mention it, but you can call me Pel. At your service"


"Pel!" Ryan shouted over to him, not even deigning to look at him. "Leave me alone." He hissed dismissive, trying to make sure that the arrogant bastard wouldn't start to annoy him again, nor pulling of something like in Crystallbarrow.

With that Ryan continued his training, switching back to crossbow and using Speed to try out new techniques.


"Sure, there's no need to run away for you like on the way here."

With that Pel moved into a corner of the room and started to train on his own. Still have to set up my lair... Anyways, I can do that always later.


Ryan Summary
Health: 100%
Location: Training room
Gold: 0.00
Level: 3.50
Keeper Approval: 31
Mood: Relieved
Status: Training
Quick Summary: Ryan talked with the Keeper, then with Pel before he started to train again.

Pel Summary
Health: 99%
Location: Training room
Gold: 0.00
Level: 2.18
Keeper Approval: -12
Mood: Amused
Status: Training
Quick Summary: Pel talked with the Keeper and Ryan before starting to train

[ARMofORION]

Marteal gets up from his bed, putting his book down. He heads off to the Hatchery, grabbing a bite (or twenty) to eat. He leaves the hatchery after eating way too many chickens, and goes off to train. Upon his entry to the Training Room, he looks around and notices both of the Rogues......And, not caring to remember who they are, he begins to train for any coming battles. On accident, he realizes that he can speed himself up, by casting Speed upon himself, becoming a big green blur in the Training Room

MARTEAL SUMMARY:
Health: 100%
Level: 3.1
Mood: Unknown
Gold: 40
Status: Training
Summary: Eats, then starts Training

[Skarok]

Ryan & Pel

Like I thought... Useless. I need an arena to really try these things out.

With that thought he left the training room and made his way to the Hatchery where he grabbed himself a chicken and quickly roasted it with one of the torches on the wall. After that the merc decided to explore the new dungeon a bit, so he took the way east if the lair. First he spotted a long hallway leading into the direction of the training room again before he saw the only entrance to the heart chamber.

"Nice dungeon design. Easily defensible." he muttered before he continued his trip. Finally at the end of the hallwy he found the treasury and a few meters further imps at their work. But the most pleasent thing he found was a library.

And again I think I'll prefer that over the dummies.

With confident steps entered Ryan the library and nodded into the spiders direction. "Hey there. You know what our new Keeper wants us to research? Or are we free to do whatever we want"


Pel noticed that Ryan left but didn't pay much attention to it. He wanted to prolong his assasination plans anways, this new dungeon could prove itself much more profitable if he stayed for some time. Aside from thinking about his new possibilities he simply continued to train.


Ryan Summary
Health: 100%
Location: Library
Gold: 0.00
Level: 3.58
Keeper Approval: 31
Mood: Relieved
Status: Waiting in the library
Quick Summary: Ryan left the training room, ate and then looked around the dungeon before he headed to the library.

Pel Summary
Health: 99%
Location: Training room
Gold: 0.00
Level: 2.30
Keeper Approval: -12
Mood: Amused
Status: Training
Quick Summary: Pel continued to train