<worn on head> a dwarven-made marble hood from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<worn in ear> a magical diamond stud from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<worn in ear> a long beast-shaped earring
<worn around neck> a sandstone choker
<worn on body> some brutal ruby cuirass
<worn about body> an icy dragonscale mantle from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<worn about waist> a long flowing girth of spidersilk (glowing)
<worn on arms> some sandy sleeves
<held as shield> a ghastly dragonscale heater shield
<worn around wrist> a burnt flesh wristguard from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<worn around wrist> a set of opal prayer beads
<worn on hands> some ghastly crystal mitts from Abandoned Elven Homestead.
<worn on finger> a silver ring encrusted with a black sapphire (humming)
<worn on finger> a masterly-crafted dragonscale signet from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<primary weapon> a cracked dragonscale sickle from Enclave of the Opal Phoenix
<worn on legs> some fragile electrum leggings
<worn on feet> boots of endurance of wisdom
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The Great Forest of Aravne
Obvious exits: -North -East -South -West
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The Great Forest of Aravne
Obvious exits: -North -East -South -West
< 559h/648H 130v/189V Pos: standing >
Beginning of Aravne Forest
Here is where the jungle ends and the giant forest begins. Here
the trees at the edge of the forest are simply very large. Farther in,
however, they grow to inconceivable heights allowable only by their innate
magic. The center of the forest is where the wonderous city of Aravne
can be found among the largest of the giant trees. It is rumored that in
the center of that great city stands the World tree, which is said to
touch the sky and the realm of the gods themselves. The path leads onward
toward the city to the north, and back into the jungle to the south.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A human trapper wanders the area checking his snares.
< 559h/648H 129v/189V Pos: standing >
< 559h/648H 130v/189V Pos: standing >
< 559h/648H 130v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A rotund merchant who is a brief walk away to your north.
A caravan guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A caravan guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A caravan guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A hook flier who is not far off to your south.
< 560h/648H 135v/189V Pos: standing >
Path Along the Forest Floor
Here the forest path continues northward toward the tree city of
Aravne. The path is fairly well traveled, although it is not until much
farther to the north that the safety of the city patrol boundary can be
reached. For this reason, caravans laden with valuable goods from faraway
lands often push onward after leaving the jungle until they reach safety
to the north. Rumors of bandits and theives have become minor legends
throughout the area, and are taken very seriously by those who travel here.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 561h/648H 135v/189V Pos: standing >
Path Approaching a Small Clearing
The forest path approaches a small clearing to the north. Although
the forest floor here has seen nothing but shadows for countless millenia,
rays of light penetrate nearly to the forest floor up ahead. It is not
apparent from here what may have caused the clearing up ahead, but after days
of travel through the dark jungle it looks like a tempting place to
rest.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A large hopper leaps through the forest.
< 561h/648H 133v/189V Pos: standing >
A Clearing in the Forest
Here the forest path opens into a large clearing. Athough here
the shadows which normally cloak the forest floor abate slightly, the
choking amount of leaves and needles which cover the ground still prevent any
grass from gaining a foothold here. Hundreds of feet up, a small patch of sky
can be seen between the giant treetops. It looks as though many caravans
have stopped here to rest, and also like there has been an attempt to cover up
some signs of some sort of activity. To the north, the path continues to wind
between the trunks of the huge trees.
Obvious exits: -North -South -Up
A fat, lazy looking merchant barks orders.
An experienced caravan guard looks about.
An experienced caravan guard looks about.
An experienced caravan guard looks about.
An experienced caravan guard looks about.
< 561h/648H 131v/189V Pos: standing >
A Pathway Further into Aravne Forest
Here the pathway continues deeper into Aravne Forest to the north. South
along the pathway seems to lie a small, inviting clearing. The bases of the
trees are growing larger and larger as the path leads ever deeper into
the ancient forest. Many of them here are already wider than what ten
ogres could form a ring around, and must be tens of centuries old.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 561h/648H 129v/189V Pos: standing >
A Junction of the Main Path
Here the main path seems to come to a small junction of sorts. While the
main path continues north and south through the forest, a small side path
leads off to the east. The side path looks as though it was once hidden, but
has now been recently enlarged. How or why this has happened is unknown.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
< 561h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
Main Path Along the Forest Floor
The trees here are beginning to grow larger, with many of the bases
larger around than a house. It is hard to see farther than a stones throw in
any direction now due to the thickening forest. The path begins to take
more and more of a winding course as it leads thicker into Aravne forest,
twisting throughout the gigantic trees.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 561h/648H 127v/189V Pos: standing >
Split in the Path at a Giant Rock
Here the path takes a sudden split, as a huge boulder lies imbedded
into the forest floor to the north. Judging by the mass of the stone at its
base, a good half of it probably lies below the ground. The origional path
is blocked by the boulder, and a pair of new paths have been forged to either
side of it. The path leading out of the forest lead back to the south.
Obvious exits: -East -South -West
< 561h/648H 125v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 561h/648H 126v/189V Pos: standing >
Detour in the Main Path
Here the main path to Aravne has taken a slight detour around a huge
boulder to the west. To the north, it continues its winding treck toward
the tree city, disappearing into the mammoth wood. Many of the ancient
trees here are covered in moss, and their first branches are nearly out of
sight they are so high up.
Obvious exits: -North -West
< 561h/648H 124v/189V Pos: standing >
Main Path Approaching Aravne
Here the main path begins to approach the largest of the giant trees,
which hold the tree city of Aravne itself. Even from a distance,
the magnificence of these leviathans is breathtaking. Still the very same
trees which began this forest, they are now unimaginably old and incredibly
large. The first of these primordial giants is directly north along the trail,
and blocks most of the rest of the forest ahead behind its massive width.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A forest Tor saunters along the forest floor.
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Before the Entry Tree of Aravne
Here the path comes to an end before one of the primordial trees upon
which the tree city of Aravne begins. The base of this old tree is
so wide, that it would take several minutes to walk around to the side of it
and catch a glimpse in the northernly direction. An worn but sturdy wooden
staircase begins here, and winds its way up and around the trunk to the lowest
level of the city.
Obvious exits: -East -South -West -Up
A wooden sign is attached to the tree here.
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
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Side Path Leading to the Unloading Zone
This side path leads around the trunk of the massive tree towards a
small clearing full of carts, wagons, and beasts of burden. The sounds of
many voices can be heard, as well as the occasional fatigue insired argument.
The smell of animal and humanoid sweat grows stronger as the path heads east
toward the unloading zone clearing. Above, the staircase which begins to the
west spirals its way steadily up the trunk of the tree toward the lowest level
of the city.
Obvious exits: -East -West
< 561h/648H 120v/189V Pos: standing >
Before the Entry Tree of Aravne
Here the path comes to an end before one of the primordial trees upon
which the tree city of Aravne begins. The base of this old tree is
so wide, that it would take several minutes to walk around to the side of it
and catch a glimpse in the northernly direction. An worn but sturdy wooden
staircase begins here, and winds its way up and around the trunk to the lowest
level of the city.
Obvious exits: -East -South -West -Up
A wooden sign is attached to the tree here.
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
A member of the Aravne forest guard watches the area for danger
< 562h/648H 119v/189V Pos: standing >
On a Wooden Staircase
Here the staircase is even with the eastern side of the aravne tree, and
has climbed fifty feet from the forest floor. The size of the trunk is so
great that by the time it climbs another fifty feet to the lowest branches it
will barely have curved to the north face. Far below, the caravan unloading
zone can be seen east of the tree.
Obvious exits: -Up -Down
< 562h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Entrance to the Commons District
Here, against the north side of the entrance tree, lies the entrance to the
commons district. The lowest level of the tree city of Aravne, it
the least fortunate of the residents reside. The bulk of industrial work, and
other functions neccessary to the maintenance of the city but not pleasing to
behold by city nobles are done at this level. Wooden structures
spiderweb into the lower branches in every direction to the north, looking
both spectacular in inginuity and confusing in actuality at the same time. A
spiral staircase winds down along the trunk of the tree to the forest
floor, while a broad platform extends out from the top of the steps. Skyways,
the wooden walkways which connect the structures here, lead off to both the
north and east.
Obvious exits: -North -East -Down
A large treejumper follows her master
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest cat tugs at its tether.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A beastmaster walks his newest trainees about Aravne
A visiting trader is here looking to make deals.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
< 562h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 562h/648H 119v/189V Pos: standing >
A Wooden Skyway in the Commons District
Spanning the distance between the structures on the lower branches, this
walkway is thankfully accompanied by smooth wooden railings. A dizzying
view of the forest floor can occasionally be glimpsed through gaps in the
branches, although at this height it is hard to see much detail. Even though
this skyway is at the lower altitudes of the city, it would still be a very
precarious way to travel for ground dwellers were it not so sturdy and well
designed.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A ruthless looking bounty hunter stalks his prey.
< 562h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
The Commons District Free Market
This is a section of the sprawling mass of platforms and walkways known
as the commons district free market. Usually the first place that
new goods are sold in aravne due to its proximity to the loading platform,
this marketplace is bustling with business. The lack of local tarrifs or
taxes on trade here has resulted in a wonderous marketplace filled with free
enterprise. Instead of large and well established shops, the bulk of the
market is made up of fast dealing salesman who both buy and sell wares to make
their living. A crafty and shrewd business mind could thrive in this place,
and it appears a few such have been able to establish permanent businesses
here and there.
Obvious exits: -North# -East -South -West
< 562h/648H 119v/189V Pos: standing >
Skyway through the Commons District Home Trees
Not as sturdy as the main skyways, this one is fashioned of hundreds of
strong wooden planks roped together to form a bridge. Swinging slightly, it
still is heavy enough that it renders the bridge immune to any slight breezes
which might arise in the evening time. The view to the ground below is
dizzying, as even at the lowest level of Aravne, the forest floor
is still hundreds of feet below.
Obvious exits: -East -West
A member of the Aravne commons guards patrols here.
< 562h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home Tree in the Commons District.
This is one of the wider Aravne trees, and serves as the home for many
families. Although this level houses the families of the Commons District,
farther up the tree dwell many of the Commerce District families. Grooves
have been carved into the bark here, forming a makeshift stepladder to the
trapdoor which forms the entrance into the actual house just above.
Obvious exits: -North -East -West -Up
A militia peacekeeper watches for trouble.
A whore with a pockmarked face slouches about.
< 562h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Skyway through the Commons District Home Trees
Not as sturdy as the main skyways, this one is fashioned of hundreds of
strong wooden planks roped together to form a bridge. Swinging slightly, it
still is heavy enough that it renders the bridge immune to any slight breezes
which might arise in the evening time. The view to the ground below is
dizzying, as even at the lowest level of Aravne, the forest floor
is still hundreds of feet below.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A visiting trader is here looking to make deals.
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home Tree in the Commons District
This is one of the wider Aravne trees, and serves as the home for many
families. Although this level houses the families of the Commons District,
farther up the tree dwell many of the Commerce District families. Grooves
have been carved into the bark here, forming a makeshift stepladder to the
trapdoor which forms the entrance into the actual house just above.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South -Up
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest cat tugs at its tether.
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A beastmaster walks his newest trainees about Aravne
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Skyway through the Commons District Home Trees
Not as sturdy as the main skyways, this one is fashioned of hundreds of
strong wooden planks roped together to form a bridge. Swinging slightly, it
still is heavy enough that it renders the bridge immune to any slight breezes
which might arise in the evening time. The view to the ground below is
dizzying, as even at the lowest level of Aravne, the forest floor
is still hundreds of feet below.
Obvious exits: -East -West
< 563h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home Tree in the Commons District
This is one of the wider Aravne trees, and serves as the home for many
families. Although this level houses the families of the Commons District,
farther up the tree dwell many of the Commerce District families. Grooves
have been carved into the bark here, forming a makeshift stepladder to the
trapdoor which forms the entrance into the actual house just above.
Obvious exits: -West -Up
A healer walks the district proving her skill.
A ruthless looking bounty hunter stalks his prey.
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home in the Commons District
Built of strong, thick wood, this home rests at the lowest branching of
the tree. A heavy trapdoor in the floor leads out of the home and down to
the connecting skyways below. It is not very decorated, and has few
furnishings other than a simple bunk, some cupboards, and a table. Not the
dwelling of a wealthy individual by any means, it is nonetheless a noteworthy
accomplishment to own ones own home on a home tree, even down here
in the commons district.
Obvious exits: -Down
A large treejumper follows her master
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest cat tugs at its tether.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A beastmaster walks his newest trainees about Aravne
A young boy stays here in his masters care.
A young boy stays here in his masters care.
A young boy stays here in his masters care.
A young boy stays here in his masters care.
A local shopkeeper relaxes in his home.
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 563h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home Tree in the Commons District
This is one of the wider Aravne trees, and serves as the home for many
families. Although this level houses the families of the Commons District,
farther up the tree dwell many of the Commerce District families. Grooves
have been carved into the bark here, forming a makeshift stepladder to the
trapdoor which forms the entrance into the actual house just above.
Obvious exits: -West -Up
A healer walks the district proving her skill.
A ruthless looking bounty hunter stalks his prey.
< 564h/648H 119v/189V Pos: standing >
Skyway through the Commons District Home Trees
Not as sturdy as the main skyways, this one is fashioned of hundreds of
strong wooden planks roped together to form a bridge. Swinging slightly, it
still is heavy enough that it renders the bridge immune to any slight breezes
which might arise in the evening time. The view to the ground below is
dizzying, as even at the lowest level of Aravne, the forest floor
is still hundreds of feet below.
Obvious exits: -East -West
< 564h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
A Home Tree in the Commons District
This is one of the wider Aravne trees, and serves as the home for many
families. Although this level houses the families of the Commons District,
farther up the tree dwell many of the Commerce District families. Grooves
have been carved into the bark here, forming a makeshift stepladder to the
trapdoor which forms the entrance into the actual house just above.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South -Up
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest cat tugs at its tether.
A large treejumper follows her master
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A forest hound saunters after his master.
A beastmaster walks his newest trainees about Aravne
< 564h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
Skyway Connecting the Home Trees and Grand Walk
This skyway, unlike their swinging rope supported cousins connecting the
home trees to the south, is wide and sturdy. Thick wooden planks are
supported by steel aerial cables and giant aravne wood beams. To the north it
connects with the largest walkway in the Commons District, the Grand Way.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 564h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
West end of the Grand Way
This is the western end of the Grand Way. Here travelers entering the
Commons Distict must choose the northern skyway toward the Free Tavern and
the rest of the marketplace, or the southern skyway toward the Home Trees.
To the east, the Grand Way continues toward the Great Stairway.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
A member of the Aravne commons guards patrols here.
A whore with a pockmarked face slouches about.
< 564h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
On the Grand Way
This is the large platform street which marks the entrance into the
Commons District from the Great Stairway which lies to the east. The
Grand Way is filled with tourists and visitors to the Commons District,
as well as street hustlers who eagerly greet them.
Obvious exits: -East -West
A dark cloaked knight walks the streets with purpose.
A healer walks the district proving her skill. (casting)
A skillful youth juggles several wooden globes.
< 564h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Guard Post on the Grand Way
This is the eastern end of the Grand Way, where it meets the foot of
the Great Stairway. Here the roadlike platform passes beneath a guard
post, which serves to regulate access between the Commons District, and
the Main Sprawl of Aravne.
Obvious exits: -East -West
A member of the Aravne commons guards patrols here.
A member of the Aravne commons guards patrols here.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
< 564h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Foot of the Great Stairway
Here the Great Stairway begins its long spiral up to the middle
branches of the Aravne Forest, where the bulk of the city is built.
To the west is the commons district, from where smells both good and bad
waft through the skyways. A guard post can be seen directly west, regulating
the traffic to and from the main sprawl.
Obvious exits: -West -Up
A visiting trader is here looking to make deals.
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Autosaving...
< 565h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
On the Great Stairway
Made of long Aravne planks, this stairway follows the curve of one of
the giant trees as it makes its way toward the main sprawl of Aravne above.
One of the oldest standing structures is the entire city, the stairway was at
one time rumored to be wide enough for fifty ogres to walk it standing
side by side. Now, however, it is not even possible to tell how it was once
attached to the side of the tree, as the tree has slowly overgrown the entire
inner side of the stair.
Obvious exits: -Up -Down
A healer walks the district proving her skill.
< 565h/648H 118v/189V Pos: standing >
On the Great Stairway
Made of long Aravne planks, this stairway follows the curve of one of
the giant trees as it makes its way toward the main sprawl of Aravne above.
One of the oldest standing structures is the entire city, the stairway was at
one time rumored to be wide enough for fifty ogres to walk it standing
side by side. Now, however, it is not even possible to tell how it was once
attached to the side of the tree, as the tree has slowly overgrown the entire
inner side of the stair.
Obvious exits: -Up -Down
A tourist makes his way toward through the District.
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Upper landing on the Great Stairway
This upper landing marks the top end of the Great Stairway. To
the north begin the plethora of platforms, skyways, and structures that make
up the main sprawl of Aravne. Although it narrows considerably
above, a small portion of the stairway does continue further up the tree.
Obvious exits: -North -Up -Down
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
On a Narrow Stairway
This narrow stairway continues up the giant tree with no end in sight.
Due to the tighter and tighter curve of the tree, it is impossible to see
what lies beyond.
This area seems to be exceptionally narrow!
Obvious exits: -Up -Down
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Upper landing on the Great Stairway
This upper landing marks the top end of the Great Stairway. To
the north begin the plethora of platforms, skyways, and structures that make
up the main sprawl of Aravne. Although it narrows considerably
above, a small portion of the stairway does continue further up the tree.
Obvious exits: -North -Up -Down
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
Main Sprawl Customs Gate
This guard post sets the tone for all those passing through into the main
sprawl of Aravne. Several large Human and Forest Elf guards watch
carefully over the crowd passing by, while several lawbreakers are visibly
detained at the back of the post. To the north begins Trunk Way, the main
walk through the main sprawl.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
A tough looking gate guard looks ready to defend the city.
< 565h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
The widest skyway in all of aravne, this is the main route through the
center of Aravne. Due to its size and the weight it must support, it takes
a rather windy route northward through the wide central branches of the great
Aravne trees. Just to the north it takes an eastward detour around one
of the gigantic tree trunks before following one of the wide branches that
stretches out northwards.
Obvious exits: -East -South
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the Grand Skyway takes a slight eastward detour as it curves
around the trunk of a giant Aravne tree. The wooden floor actually has a
slight hump to it here, as it passes over one of the massive branches leading
away from the trunk in an eastward direction. Once over the hump the skyway
again leads off to the north, following the course of another of the huge
branches which support this amazing structure.
Obvious exits: -North -West
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway follows a northerly branch as it makes its way deeper
into the city. Just ahead lies the southern intersection of Merchants
Way, which branches off into an amazingly dense section of Aravne trees.
Beyond that, not much can be made out due to the thickness of branches which
wind their way in every possible direction and are every possible thickness.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
Intersection of Merchants Way and The Grand Skyway
Here the main skyway of Aravne comes to its first southern intersection.
A relatively smaller branch (only the thickness of a small house) crosses over
the top of the giant branch which supports The Grand Skyway, and heads
off into the thick tangle of trees and branches to the west. While the main
skyway rises over the branch and continues northward, a smaller skyway curves
to the west here, and becomes Merchants Way.
Obvious exits: -North -South -West
< 566h/648H 115v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
As the branch supporting this massive skyway begins to curve downward
here, either on its own initiative or as a result of the weight of the giant
skyway and a few hundred years, the skyway does not follow it. Instead, a
mass of wooden structural beams have been built one on top of the other, on
top of which the skyway continues to the north at a more level pace, where
just ahead it intersects another massive branch which heads northwest.
Obvious exits: -North -South
< 566h/648H 115v/189V Pos: standing >
Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Home Avenue
Here the pier-like structure supporting the skyway meets up with another
of the massive main Aravne branches, and turns to the northwest to follow
the natural support provided by it. An east leading side branch provides the
support for a smaller skyway, known as Home Avenue, which leads off into
the dense chaos of branches that makes up this altitude of the Aravne Forest.
Obvious exits: -East -South -Northwest
A street performer dances acrobatically here.
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 566h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway leads deeper into the city as it follows a giant branch
which has slowly cut a swath through the tangle of 'smaller' branches. Just
out of sight to the northwest the branch appears to end abruptly as it reaches
an intersection of foliage. To the southeast the walkway over the branch
seems to come to another intersection marked by some sort of construction.
Obvious exits: -Northwest -Southeast
< 567h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
North Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Merchants Way
The giant branch which proves the support for the middle section of the
large skyway has suffered a devastating crack here some few centuries ago.
While back to the southeast the branch appears vigorous, and actually supports
The Grand Skyway, here its days of supporting skyways are over. The crack and
sagging of the giant branch has given way to many medium sized branches, over
which The Grand Skyway continues in a northerly direction. Merchants Way
also intersects here, and leads off to the Merchants District west of here.
Obvious exits: -North -West -Southeast
A flind bodyguard ensures his masters safety.
A flind bodyguard ensures his masters safety.
< 567h/648H 115v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway approaches a dense cluster of small and medium sized
branches, careening off in every direction. It appears that the skyway once
continued on to the north, into the heart of the foliage, but now curves to
the west instead. Whether some old force of nature, or perhaps an unnatural
force caused this change in route, has long since faded from the memories of
the old.
Obvious exits: -South -West
The corpse of a flind bodyguard is lying here.
The corpse of a visiting dignitary is lying here.
< 567h/648H 115v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway effects its detour around the dense foliage which causes
the immense tangle of branches to the northeast. A gentle but long curve,
the result is nearly a right angle, with the skyway continuing on its way in
both the north and easterly directions. To the north the skyway appears to
follow a straightforward northerly route, and several intersections can be
made out in the distance in that direction.
Obvious exits: -North -East
< 567h/648H 115v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A city guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A city guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
< 567h/648H 116v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway approaches a dense cluster of small and medium sized
branches, careening off in every direction. It appears that the skyway once
continued on to the north, into the heart of the foliage, but now curves to
the west instead. Whether some old force of nature, or perhaps an unnatural
force caused this change in route, has long since faded from the memories of
the old.
Obvious exits: -South -West
The corpse of a flind bodyguard is lying here.
The corpse of a visiting dignitary is lying here.
< 567h/648H 117v/189V Pos: standing >
< 568h/648H 121v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway effects its detour around the dense foliage which causes
the immense tangle of branches to the northeast. A gentle but long curve,
the result is nearly a right angle, with the skyway continuing on its way in
both the north and easterly directions. To the north the skyway appears to
follow a straightforward northerly route, and several intersections can be
made out in the distance in that direction.
Obvious exits: -North -East
< 568h/648H 120v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A city guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A city guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
< 568h/648H 121v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
This part of The Grand Skyway marks the beginning of a long straight
gentle rise toward the Nobles District and the Prime Tree of Aravne. Small
spots of rot are beginning to dot the branches here, but otherwise all
seems to be normal. Just ahead to the north another skyway intersects with
The Grand Way, but beyond that not much can be seen.
Obvious exits: -North -South
The corpse of a minotaur magi is lying here.
< 569h/648H 122v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A city guard who is not far off to your north.
A city guard who is not far off to your north.
< 569h/648H 122v/189V Pos: standing >
Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Home Avenue
Here the skyway is joined by Home Avenue, which leads off to the east.
Small spots of rot are evident on some of the branches here, and there is
just the hint of tension here, where in a residential setting there is usually
none. Farther along The Grand Skyway to the north a glint of sunlight
fights its way down through a small gap in the foliage.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
< 569h/648H 123v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A city guard who is close by to your north.
A city guard who is close by to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is in the distance to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is in the distance to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is in the distance to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is in the distance to your north.
< 569h/648H 123v/189V Pos: standing >
You feel your skin soften and return to normal.
< 569h/648H 126v/189V Pos: standing >
Hint: Your stats will be displayed more accurately at level 10 and completely revealed at level 20.
< 569h/648H 126v/189V Pos: standing >
< 570h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
< 570h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here, and farther north, there is much less business traffic on the skyway.
While the main commercial and residential sections of Aravne are now left
behind to the south, the tension in the air seems increased here without that
gentle buzz of commerce. A few slender rays of sunlight lance down through
a gap in the foliage to the north, counterbalancing the undeniable sense
of something being just a tiny bit wrong in this place.
Obvious exits: -North -South
An Aravne city guard patrols the area.
An Aravne city guard patrols the area.
< 570h/648H 127v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
< 570h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
Dragonfall Pit on The Grand Skyway
Always thought to be a tavern rumor until witnessed in the flesh, this
place is truly on of the greatest sights to behold in the region. A gaping
swath through the massive branches of Aravne was cut in a blaze of heat
and momentum, created by an ancient red dragon as it fell to its
death in the wizards war centuries ago. It was here that its momentum through
the branches began to slow, and eventually stop a few hundred feet below.
This created both a gap in the Aravne foliage above, and a two hundred
foot hole below, known as Dragonfall Pit. Although the trees have
made some headway in closing the rift, Sunlight still manages to lance its
way down through the remaining gaps. A witness to the incredible event saw
direct sunlight for the first time in his life on that day, and looked
eye to eye with Solos, god of sunlight. Instantly filled with faith and
belief, he founded the Temple of the Sun, which placed its front doors here
just to the west.
Obvious exits: -North -South -West
A Duergar (medium) La Resistance stands in mid-air here.
An Ogre (huge) La Resistance stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near an Ogre's head.
< 570h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
An Aravne gate guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is a brief walk away to your north.
A kings walk guard who is in the distance to your north.
A city guard who is close by to your south.
A city guard who is close by to your south.
< 570h/648H 128v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre closes the gates.
< 570h/648H 129v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre leaves south.
A Duergar leaves south.
< 570h/648H 130v/189V Pos: standing >
You failed.
< 571h/648H 131v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here, and farther north, there is much less business traffic on the skyway.
While the main commercial and residential sections of Aravne are now left
behind to the south, the tension in the air seems increased here without that
gentle buzz of commerce. A few slender rays of sunlight lance down through
a gap in the foliage to the north, counterbalancing the undeniable sense
of something being just a tiny bit wrong in this place.
Obvious exits: -North -South
An Aravne city guard patrols the area.
An Aravne city guard patrols the area.
< 571h/648H 130v/189V Pos: standing >
You failed.
< 571h/648H 131v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the south.
A Duergar enters from the south.
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre leaves north.
A Duergar leaves north.
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A Duergar who is close by to your north.
An Ogre who is close by to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
An Aravne gate guard who is rather far off to your north.
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the north.
A Duergar enters from the north.
Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Home Avenue
Here the skyway is joined by Home Avenue, which leads off to the east.
Small spots of rot are evident on some of the branches here, and there is
just the hint of tension here, where in a residential setting there is usually
none. Farther along The Grand Skyway to the north a glint of sunlight
fights its way down through a small gap in the foliage.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
This part of The Grand Skyway marks the beginning of a long straight
gentle rise toward the Nobles District and the Prime Tree of Aravne. Small
spots of rot are beginning to dot the branches here, but otherwise all
seems to be normal. Just ahead to the north another skyway intersects with
The Grand Way, but beyond that not much can be seen.
Obvious exits: -North -South
The corpse of a minotaur magi is lying here.
< 571h/648H 131v/189V Pos: standing >
Who should the spell be cast upon? You must specify a target!
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway effects its detour around the dense foliage which causes
the immense tangle of branches to the northeast. A gentle but long curve,
the result is nearly a right angle, with the skyway continuing on its way in
both the north and easterly directions. To the north the skyway appears to
follow a straightforward northerly route, and several intersections can be
made out in the distance in that direction.
Obvious exits: -North -East
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 571h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway approaches a dense cluster of small and medium sized
branches, careening off in every direction. It appears that the skyway once
continued on to the north, into the heart of the foliage, but now curves to
the west instead. Whether some old force of nature, or perhaps an unnatural
force caused this change in route, has long since faded from the memories of
the old.
Obvious exits: -South -West
The corpse of a flind bodyguard is lying here.
The corpse of a visiting dignitary is lying here.
< 572h/648H 131v/189V Pos: standing >
< 572h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
< 572h/648H 133v/189V Pos: standing >
North Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Merchants Way
The giant branch which proves the support for the middle section of the
large skyway has suffered a devastating crack here some few centuries ago.
While back to the southeast the branch appears vigorous, and actually supports
The Grand Skyway, here its days of supporting skyways are over. The crack and
sagging of the giant branch has given way to many medium sized branches, over
which The Grand Skyway continues in a northerly direction. Merchants Way
also intersects here, and leads off to the Merchants District west of here.
Obvious exits: -North -West -Southeast
A flind bodyguard ensures his masters safety.
A flind bodyguard ensures his masters safety.
< 572h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 572h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
< 572h/648H 132v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the north.
A Duergar enters from the north.
< 572h/648H 134v/189V Pos: standing >
The Grand Skyway
Here the skyway leads deeper into the city as it follows a giant branch
which has slowly cut a swath through the tangle of 'smaller' branches. Just
out of sight to the northwest the branch appears to end abruptly as it reaches
an intersection of foliage. To the southeast the walkway over the branch
seems to come to another intersection marked by some sort of construction.
Obvious exits: -Northwest -Southeast
< 572h/648H 133v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the northwest.
A Duergar enters from the northwest.
Intersection of The Grand Skyway and Home Avenue
Here the pier-like structure supporting the skyway meets up with another
of the massive main Aravne branches, and turns to the northwest to follow
the natural support provided by it. An east leading side branch provides the
support for a smaller skyway, known as Home Avenue, which leads off into
the dense chaos of branches that makes up this altitude of the Aravne Forest.
Obvious exits: -East -South -Northwest
A street performer dances acrobatically here.
< 573h/648H 134v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the northwest.
A Duergar enters from the northwest.
Home Avenue
This skyway is perhaps the most confusing path on Aravne, as it winds
its way through makeshift houses nestled here within the tangle of giant
branches. Sometimes the walkway has turns within turns, rising and falling as
it weaves its way over, under, around, and through the tangle of foliage. Its
construction was not planned like many of the other skyways, but instead just
evolved as more and more residents moved into the area. The only possible way
to determine direction and location on this path is through total memorization.
Obvious exits: -North -East -West
< 573h/648H 133v/189V Pos: standing >
An Aravne Home
This treehouse residence looks very cozy and safe. Nestled here within
the branches, it is made completely of strong Aravne wood. A fireplace sits
in the center of the living area surrounded by leafstone. The beds are
hammocks suspended from rungs in the ceiling, and look extremely comfortable.
Entrance and exit to the treehouse can be made through various holes cut in the
walls, instead of a single doorway as most landside homes are likely to have.
Light is reflected into the dwelling from panels of large shiny leaves which
are suspended near the windows, reflecting ambient light into the living area.
Glass baubles filled with glowing bugs also hang from the ceiling, providing
an eerie light during the night hours.
Obvious exits: -South
A teenage daughter stands here with her family.
A teenage son stands here with his family
An Aravne citizen mother is here watching here children.
An Aravne citizen father is here tending his family.
< 573h/648H 133v/189V Pos: standing >
< 573h/648H 134v/189V Pos: standing >
< 573h/648H 137v/189V Pos: standing >
< 574h/648H 138v/189V Pos: standing >
< 574h/648H 138v/189V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A Duergar who is close by to your south.
An Ogre who is close by to your south.
< 574h/648H 139v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre enters from the south.
A Duergar enters from the south.
< 574h/648H 139v/189V Pos: standing >
An Ogre suddenly looks a bit dumb, and madly slams _YOU_!
< 571h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: small wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
An Ogre parries your futile lunge at him.
< 571h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: small wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
A Duergar looks at you.
< 571h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: small wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
A Duergar starts casting a spell.
< 571h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: small wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
An Ogre's mighty slash strikes you very hard.
OUCH! That really did HURT!
An Ogre's bludgeon strikes you very hard.
An Ogre's powerful slash seriously wounds you.
OUCH! That really did HURT!
An Ogre's slash strikes you.
An Ogre's impressive slash strikes you hard.
An Ogre's powerful slash seriously wounds you.
OUCH! That really did HURT!
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
An Ogre parries your futile lunge at him.
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
A Duergar completes his spell...
A Duergar utters the word 'gurunsoqz'
You suddenly feel quiet!
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
An Aravne father frowns in boredom at the obviously one-sided struggle.
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
A daughter stands to the side, evaluating the fray.
< 231h/648H 140v/189V Pos: on your ass >
< T: Nubbles TP: ass TC: nasty wounds E: An Ogre sta EP: excellent >
An Ogre's impressive slash strikes you hard.
An Ogre's impressive bludgeon strikes you very hard.
An Ogre's powerful slash seriously wounds you.
An Ogre's impressive slash seriously wounds you.
An Ogre's impressive slash seriously wounds you.
An Ogre's sword glows with a bright light as it bites into you.
You feel your life flowing away and an Ogre looks revitalized.
Your fine emerald choker was disintegrated by the negative energy!