The death of [31 Cavalier] Agre The Empire (Human)

in A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess

from the perspective of [49 Shadowmage] Aq Nameless (Drow Elf)

<worn as a badge>    a fanged bronze badge
<worn on eyes>       a diabolical platinum visor
<worn around neck>   an exquisite stone pendant
<worn around neck>   a jeweled electrum amulet from Ruined Temple of Tezcatlipoca
<worn on body>       a torso vestment smeared with blood
<worn about body>    a flaming granite bodycloak from The Forest City of Aravne
<worn on back>       a large leather backpack
<worn as quiver>     a frost-rimed mithril quiver
<worn on arms>       some masterly-crafted gem sleeves from The Town of Moregeeth
<worn on hands>      a pair of cured xorn-hide gauntlets [poor]
<worn on finger>     a silver ring encrusted with a black sapphire (magic) (humming)
<worn on finger>     a superior leather ring
<held>               a quill
<worn on legs>       some masterly-crafted diamond leg plates
<worn on feet>       some frost-rimed sapphire moccasins from Labyrinth of No Return

Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A twelve foot tapestry depicting a battle covers the northern wall, 
but the conflict displayed is not human.  High in an icy pass, atop a 
small ledge, two adult white dragons begin their courtship ritual.  
Legend has it, the male must subdue the female by slapping his wings 
against her in an effort to force her cooperation.  She is quite resistant,
and has gotten hold of his neck.  Hot blood drips down his back, and freezes
on the snow below.  In the end the male will triumph, and the wound is on
ly superficial. The resistance is only to convince the male that she 
will bear strong young.  He is so confident, he has built his ice cave
for the eggs already, the entrance is just below the ledge.  The hall
runs east and west, while a door leads north.
Obvious exits: -North# -East  -West 
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A proud member of the Court Patrol surveys his territory.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Corner In the West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Corner In the West Hall
</map>
A Corner In the West Hall
   The east/west and north/south sections of the west hall meet here. The
lavish wall decorations cease here, and the walls remain empty.  The floor
here is flat and smooth, cut from large pieces of stone that must have been
mined locally as there is no way they could have been carried very far.  The
ambient light is pleasantly bright and if the surrounding imaes weren't so
violent, it might almost seem cheery.  Empty suits of armor, placed on a
standing rack elegantly serve as torch holders, and give a sense of majesty to
the hall.  The empty suits hold a torch in one hand, and a flag staff in the
other.  The ceiling is very high here, and banners hang down, leaving little
room to swing a sword. The hall runs south and west, while an iron door leads 
north.
Obvious exits: -North# -South -West 
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A snooty merchant's wife is here admiring the decor.
A tubby merchant struggles to stay on his feet while downing another drink.
A sentinel private in the Guard's Walk Patrol stands his post.
A sentinel private in the Guard's Walk Patrol stands his post.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves south.
Wash leaves south.
Splut leaves south.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   The decorations become more sparse here, as the corner of the hall 
approaches.  Images turn to abstracts ranging in subject from the castle
itself, to places so fantastic they must lie on another plane.  Great halls of
flame and rage, deep chasms that delve far into the belly of the planet, and
mountaintops so high the clouds rest at the mid section.  As the corner of the
hall approaches, the air starts to move even faster towards the large vent in
the ceiling.  The clouds of torch smoke change from a thick, slow mass, to a
fast moving river of black. The hall runs north and south.
Obvious exits: -North -South
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
Saif enters from the north.
Jixan enters from the north.

< 331h/331H 189v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves south.
Wash leaves south.
Splut leaves south.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A giant white fur covered throne is depicted here in a mural, and a 
powerful looking woman sits comfortably in it before a grand court full of
people.  Men and women alike, vye for her attention, like peasants pleading
with an indifferent king.  Her air of impunity and arrogance makes it all the
more frustrating for them.  The air moves swiftly here, carrying away the
billowing clouds of pitch smoke that rise from the torches.  A long black line
runs down the ceiling, marking the well traveled path of the smoke and soot.
The hall runs north and south, while the Grand Foyer is accessible through a
door in the east wall.  An arched portal leads to the west, into the Court of
the Icess.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
Saif enters from the north.
Jixan enters from the north.

< 331h/331H 188v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 188v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves south.
Wash leaves south.
Splut leaves south.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>
The Southern End of the West Hall
   Branching off the guard's walk, the east hall provides access to the Court
of the Icess, the Ice Garden, the Grand Foyer, and the Barracks.  It is vital
to moving around this half of the castle.  The floor here is flat and smooth,
cut from large pieces of stone that must have been mined locally as there is
no way they could have been carried very far.  The ambient light is pleasantly
bright and if the surrounding images weren't so violent, it might almost seem
cheery.  Empty suits of armor, placed on a standing rack elegantly serve as
torch holders, and give a sense of majesty to the hall.  The empty suits hold
a torch in one hand, and a flag staff in the other.  The ceiling is very high
here, and banners hang down, leaving little room to swing a sword.  The hall
runs north and an iron door leads south.
Obvious exits: -North -South
The corpse of a member of the cleaning crew is lying here.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the north.
Jixan enters from the north.

< 331h/331H 188v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves south.
Wash leaves south.
Splut leaves south.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Guards Observatory
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Guards Observatory
</map>
The Guards Observatory
   From this vantage point, with the aid of the barred window in the door, the 
guards can screen everyone entering the castle through the main gate.  The 
room is furnished only with several torch sconces and a water barrel in one 
corner.  There is a stool next to the door, however it looks rather 
uncomfortable.  The ceiling here is lower than normal giving the room a 
cramped feeling.  A long hallway leads west, and the Grand Foyer is accessible 
to the east through a door.  There is a second door in the north wall.
Obvious exits: -North -East # -West 
[2] A suit of blue and white banded mail stands against the wall.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A sentinel private in the Guard's Walk Patrol stands his post.
A sentinel private in the Guard's Walk Patrol stands his post.
Saif enters from the north.
Jixan enters from the north.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves north.
Wash leaves north.
Splut leaves north.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>
The Southern End of the West Hall
   Branching off the guard's walk, the east hall provides access to the Court
of the Icess, the Ice Garden, the Grand Foyer, and the Barracks.  It is vital
to moving around this half of the castle.  The floor here is flat and smooth,
cut from large pieces of stone that must have been mined locally as there is
no way they could have been carried very far.  The ambient light is pleasantly
bright and if the surrounding images weren't so violent, it might almost seem
cheery.  Empty suits of armor, placed on a standing rack elegantly serve as
torch holders, and give a sense of majesty to the hall.  The empty suits hold
a torch in one hand, and a flag staff in the other.  The ceiling is very high
here, and banners hang down, leaving little room to swing a sword.  The hall
runs north and an iron door leads south.
Obvious exits: -North -South
The corpse of a member of the cleaning crew is lying here.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the south.
Jixan enters from the south.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves north.
Wash leaves north.
Splut leaves north.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A giant white fur covered throne is depicted here in a mural, and a 
powerful looking woman sits comfortably in it before a grand court full of
people.  Men and women alike, vye for her attention, like peasants pleading
with an indifferent king.  Her air of impunity and arrogance makes it all the
more frustrating for them.  The air moves swiftly here, carrying away the
billowing clouds of pitch smoke that rise from the torches.  A long black line
runs down the ceiling, marking the well traveled path of the smoke and soot.
The hall runs north and south, while the Grand Foyer is accessible through a
door in the east wall.  An arched portal leads to the west, into the Court of
the Icess.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the south.
Jixan enters from the south.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
</map>
The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
   A magnificent wall mural takes up the entire northern wall from top to 
bottom, and stretches across the foyer to the east.  It depicts a what appears 
to be a frozen rain forest.  Gothic benches of iron, and sculpted ice thrones 
lie throughout the scene.  A sculpture of a young woman stands in the center, 
with something at her feet but the foliage blocks the view.  She seems to be 
gazing up, past the castle walls, towards a point in the sky only she can 
identify.  Off to the east, a small wooden gazebo can be seen amidst the 
foliage.  To the south and the east the foyer continues, and to the west is a 
door accessing the west hall.
Obvious exits: -East  -South -West 
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
(Q)A meekly dressed servant of the castle lowers her head in your presence.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 187v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northern End of the Grand Foyer
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northern End of the Grand Foyer
</map>
The Northern End of the Grand Foyer
   The breathtaking mural against the north wall continues here.  A hidden 
gazebo, sleeping among the thrush and leaves, lies here overgrown with ivy and 
lichens.  A small area surrounding the gazebo has been cleared, but just 
enough to allow entrance and egress.  The vines wind in and out of the lattice 
work, showing how long the gazebo has stood there.  The thatch roof is 
starting to fray, but the ice sheath that encases everything has ceased the 
erosion.  To the east and the west the foyer continues, and to the south a 
large fountain dominates the foyer.
Obvious exits: -East  -South -West 
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A snooty merchant's wife is here admiring the decor.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 186v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 186v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
</map>
The Northwestern Corner of the Grand Foyer
   A magnificent wall mural takes up the entire northern wall from top to 
bottom, and stretches across the foyer to the east.  It depicts a what appears 
to be a frozen rain forest.  Gothic benches of iron, and sculpted ice thrones 
lie throughout the scene.  A sculpture of a young woman stands in the center, 
with something at her feet but the foliage blocks the view.  She seems to be 
gazing up, past the castle walls, towards a point in the sky only she can 
identify.  Off to the east, a small wooden gazebo can be seen amidst the 
foliage.  To the south and the east the foyer continues, and to the west is a 
door accessing the west hall.
Obvious exits: -East  -South -West 
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
(Q)A meekly dressed servant of the castle lowers her head in your presence.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 186v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A giant white fur covered throne is depicted here in a mural, and a 
powerful looking woman sits comfortably in it before a grand court full of
people.  Men and women alike, vye for her attention, like peasants pleading
with an indifferent king.  Her air of impunity and arrogance makes it all the
more frustrating for them.  The air moves swiftly here, carrying away the
billowing clouds of pitch smoke that rise from the torches.  A long black line
runs down the ceiling, marking the well traveled path of the smoke and soot.
The hall runs north and south, while the Grand Foyer is accessible through a
door in the east wall.  An arched portal leads to the west, into the Court of
the Icess.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 185v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>
The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
   This is the Court of the Icess.  At the north end of this court sits her 
throne, where she spends very little time these days.  The ceiling here is 
higher than average, but not cathedral proportions.  Ambient light is provided 
from a white hot flame atop an onyx pedestal in the center of the court.  The 
floor here is devoid of symbols unlike most of the castle.  The walls however 
do have banners bearing the symbol of Auril, but they are smaller than others 
in the castle.  It is apparent that this room is dedicated to someone other 
than the goddess Auril.  The court continues to the west and south.  A door 
leads to the north, and an arched portal leads east to the West Hall.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
One of the Archivist's understudies is taking a rest from the books.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 185v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 185v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A giant white fur covered throne is depicted here in a mural, and a 
powerful looking woman sits comfortably in it before a grand court full of
people.  Men and women alike, vye for her attention, like peasants pleading
with an indifferent king.  Her air of impunity and arrogance makes it all the
more frustrating for them.  The air moves swiftly here, carrying away the
billowing clouds of pitch smoke that rise from the torches.  A long black line
runs down the ceiling, marking the well traveled path of the smoke and soot.
The hall runs north and south, while the Grand Foyer is accessible through a
door in the east wall.  An arched portal leads to the west, into the Court of
the Icess.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 185v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 185v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves south.
Wash leaves south.
Splut leaves south.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Southern End of the West Hall
</map>
The Southern End of the West Hall
   Branching off the guard's walk, the east hall provides access to the Court
of the Icess, the Ice Garden, the Grand Foyer, and the Barracks.  It is vital
to moving around this half of the castle.  The floor here is flat and smooth,
cut from large pieces of stone that must have been mined locally as there is
no way they could have been carried very far.  The ambient light is pleasantly
bright and if the surrounding images weren't so violent, it might almost seem
cheery.  Empty suits of armor, placed on a standing rack elegantly serve as
torch holders, and give a sense of majesty to the hall.  The empty suits hold
a torch in one hand, and a flag staff in the other.  The ceiling is very high
here, and banners hang down, leaving little room to swing a sword.  The hall
runs north and an iron door leads south.
Obvious exits: -North -South
The corpse of a member of the cleaning crew is lying here.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the north.
Jixan enters from the north.

< 331h/331H 184v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 184v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves north.
Wash leaves north.
Splut leaves north.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The West Hall
</map>
The West Hall
   A giant white fur covered throne is depicted here in a mural, and a 
powerful looking woman sits comfortably in it before a grand court full of
people.  Men and women alike, vye for her attention, like peasants pleading
with an indifferent king.  Her air of impunity and arrogance makes it all the
more frustrating for them.  The air moves swiftly here, carrying away the
billowing clouds of pitch smoke that rise from the torches.  A long black line
runs down the ceiling, marking the well traveled path of the smoke and soot.
The hall runs north and south, while the Grand Foyer is accessible through a
door in the east wall.  An arched portal leads to the west, into the Court of
the Icess.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
A private in the Guard's Walk Patrol marches back and forth.
Saif enters from the south.
Jixan enters from the south.

< 331h/331H 184v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>
The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
   This is the Court of the Icess.  At the north end of this court sits her 
throne, where she spends very little time these days.  The ceiling here is 
higher than average, but not cathedral proportions.  Ambient light is provided 
from a white hot flame atop an onyx pedestal in the center of the court.  The 
floor here is devoid of symbols unlike most of the castle.  The walls however 
do have banners bearing the symbol of Auril, but they are smaller than others 
in the castle.  It is apparent that this room is dedicated to someone other 
than the goddess Auril.  The court continues to the west and south.  A door 
leads to the north, and an arched portal leads east to the West Hall.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
One of the Archivist's understudies is taking a rest from the books.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 183v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>
A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
   Evil emanates from this pedestal in massive waves that are so powerful, 
they are almost visible.  A feeling of pure terror hangs in the air 
proclaiming its presence with authority.  The white hot flame, changes color 
periodically, changing from bright white through all the shades of gray, and 
finally to black.  It stays in each color for only a second, and then fades 
to a new one.  Nothing else is here, only the pedestal and the mesmerizing 
flame.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
A small round shield has been dropped here.
A malevolant onyx pedestal throws darkness on the room.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A Human (medium) Legionary of The Empire sits atop a beautiful pegasus. (camping) (Gold Aura)
A tubby merchant struggles to stay on his feet while downing another drink.
A proud member of the Court Patrol surveys his territory.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 182v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northwestern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>
The Northwestern Corner of the Court of the Icess
   The throne is not visible from this corner of the court, but the onyx 
pedastal shines with a darkness just to the east.  Pillars of limestone 
support the ceiling, though they look more like decoration than structure.  
Carved textures and runic symbols run up and down them like bark on a tree.  
The ceiling is stark white with tiny black spots peppered all over.  A frigid 
chill rolls in from the north, evidently that room is quite cold.  There is a 
door to the north, and the court continues to the east and south.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
One of the Archivist's understudies is taking a rest from the books.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 181v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 181v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 181v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>
A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
   Evil emanates from this pedestal in massive waves that are so powerful, 
they are almost visible.  A feeling of pure terror hangs in the air 
proclaiming its presence with authority.  The white hot flame, changes color 
periodically, changing from bright white through all the shades of gray, and 
finally to black.  It stays in each color for only a second, and then fades 
to a new one.  Nothing else is here, only the pedestal and the mesmerizing 
flame.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
A small round shield has been dropped here.
A malevolant onyx pedestal throws darkness on the room.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A Human (medium) Legionary of The Empire sits atop a beautiful pegasus. (camping) (Gold Aura)
A tubby merchant struggles to stay on his feet while downing another drink.
A proud member of the Court Patrol surveys his territory.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 181v/199V Pos: standing >
A Human dismounts a beautiful pegasus.
Morrigu leaves east.
Wash leaves east.
Splut leaves east.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
</map>
The Northeastern Corner of the Court of the Icess
   This is the Court of the Icess.  At the north end of this court sits her 
throne, where she spends very little time these days.  The ceiling here is 
higher than average, but not cathedral proportions.  Ambient light is provided 
from a white hot flame atop an onyx pedestal in the center of the court.  The 
floor here is devoid of symbols unlike most of the castle.  The walls however 
do have banners bearing the symbol of Auril, but they are smaller than others 
in the castle.  It is apparent that this room is dedicated to someone other 
than the goddess Auril.  The court continues to the west and south.  A door 
leads to the north, and an arched portal leads east to the West Hall.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
One of the Archivist's understudies is taking a rest from the books.
Saif enters from the west.
Jixan enters from the west.

< 331h/331H 179v/199V Pos: standing >

< 331h/331H 179v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu leaves west.
Wash leaves west.
Splut leaves west.
You follow Morrigu.


<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>

<map>
Zone: IceCrag Castle.
Room: A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
</map>
A Malevolent Pedestal in the Court of the Icess
   Evil emanates from this pedestal in massive waves that are so powerful, 
they are almost visible.  A feeling of pure terror hangs in the air 
proclaiming its presence with authority.  The white hot flame, changes color 
periodically, changing from bright white through all the shades of gray, and 
finally to black.  It stays in each color for only a second, and then fades 
to a new one.  Nothing else is here, only the pedestal and the mesmerizing 
flame.
Obvious exits: -North -East  -South -West 
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
A small round shield has been dropped here.
A malevolant onyx pedestal throws darkness on the room.
Splut  Nameless (Kobold)(small) stands in mid-air here.
Wash  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
An impenetrable globe of darkness floats near Wash's head.
*Morrigu  Nameless (Drow Elf)(medium) stands in mid-air here.
A Human (medium) Legionary of The Empire stands here. (camping) (Gold Aura)
A beautiful pegasus stands here tossing his mane. (minion) (Gold Aura)
A tubby merchant struggles to stay on his feet while downing another drink.
A proud member of the Court Patrol surveys his territory.
Saif enters from the east.
Jixan enters from the east.

< 331h/331H 179v/199V Pos: standing >
Saif starts casting an offensive spell.
You start chanting...
You snap into visibility.

< 331h/331H 179v/199V Pos: standing >
Morrigu snaps into visibility.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
You complete your spell...
[Damage: 50 ] A huge shower of arcing electricity engulfs a Human.
Jixan snaps into visibility.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  small wounds >
 Tiny explosions wrack a Human's body with pain!
Wash starts casting an offensive spell.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  few wounds >
 Saif completes his spell...
Saif utters the word 'agsplnuahz'
Ghostly hands appear before a Human, close around his neck and begin to squeeze!
A Human gasps for air as a pair of ghostly hands tighten around his throat!

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  few wounds >
 A Human gasps for air as a pair of ghostly hands tighten around his throat!

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  few wounds >
 A Human gasps for air as a pair of ghostly hands tighten around his throat!
You don't have that spell memorized.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  nasty wounds >
 You don't have that spell memorized.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  nasty wounds >
 You don't have that spell memorized.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  nasty wounds >
 A Human suddenly clutches their head, as if trying to shrug off some unknown malady.
A Human's eyes briefly cloud over as his body is painfully ripped apart from within.

< 331h/331H 180v/199V Pos: standing >
< T: Aq TP: sta TC:excellent E: A Human sta EP:  awful >
 [Damage: 31 ] Electrical arcs continue to blacken and pincushion a Human.
Wash completes her spell...
Wash utters the words 'paffue xurhuio'
A Human dries up completely and crumbles.
A Human's mithril glaive named 'Darkward' of strength melted corroded by the acid.
A Human's blue Cimmerian chain [poor] melted corroded by the acid.
A Human's dark crystal quiver melted corroded by the acid.
A beautiful pegasus stops following a Human.
A Human is dead! R.I.P.
You receive your share of experience.