Reeves Reprieve

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<<audio tavernmusic stop>> Reeves Reprieve by [[Joseph Daniel]] Shall we [[begin]]?

Really, you want to know something about me? [[Sure]] Second though, never mind. [[begin]]

Finally, you see Berkton on the horizon. You have been traveling for weeks with hardly any food but from what you found in the woods and barely any sleep. [[Proceed]]

Well, I am 1 of 13 adopted kids in my family, Army veteran of 5 1/2 years serviced in active duty, and a lover of all things gaming. Is that enough? If so, then let's [[begin]]. [[Nope]]

*sighs* Alright, I am 31 years old. Favorite game is Final Fantasy X and I love wine but beer is okay too. Satisfied? [[Keep going]] Yup, [[begin]]

Okay, seriously? You are just going to keep asking, hmm? Well, fine then I'm not going to give you a choice. You are going to [[begin]] the damn adventure.

<<audio tavernmusic stop>> <<audio clothstoremusic stop>> Unable to contain your excitement, you rush in with all your strength into the town. There really isn't too much here. A small town out in the plains next to a forest, which is at the base of a large mountain. Where do you want to go? [[Ingot This]] [[Clothes Minded]] [[The Whistling Mug]]

<<audio tavernmusic stop>> <<audio "blacksmithmusic" volume 0.2 play>> <img src="https://img00.deviantart.net/193a/i/2011/027/6/a/forging_the_chain_by_capprotti-d386nwr.jpg" alt="Blacksmith home" /> After walking on over to the blacksmith building you walk in and immediately are screamed at by a very deep voice from where the forge is. "Boy, where the hell have you been?" [[Say what?]] None of your [[business]].

<<audio tavernmusic stop>> <<audio "clothstoremusic" volume 0.2 play>> <img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/af/e1/45/afe14527dda98b1277d4730bc11d52b4.jpg" alt="Clothing market" /> As you look around town, you spot a tailor and decide that it is better to get some new cloths. You don't want to look like a hobo do you? Besides, you have been away for awhile and you want to treat yourself for a good days work. [[Enter Clothes Minded]] Decide against it and [[Proceed]] somewhere else.

Walking over to the door, you notice very loud yelling, music, and mugs breaking within shouting distance of the door. The door is made of oak and extremely sturdy. Nothing can break this door. [[Walk in]] [[Punch the door]]

"Have you seriously forgotten? You were suppose to go to the mountains to gather the ore for the forge, Reeves! I needed those weeks ago." [[...]]

*Smack* With a very loud thud and a sharp pain on the back of your head, you soon realize your mistake. You are not sure what to say next but decide that it is beter to say nothing and just take the further punishment. "Damn it Reeve, I hope that smack brings you back to the real world or did you truly forget why I sent you out in the first place?" [[...]]

Of course you had forgotten to get the supplies your master, Yutel, needed. Without these supplies, the weapons can not be supplied to Fort Chepstow and the fort can not protect us without such things. [["What now?"]] [[I'll go get them]]

"Look Reeves, I want you to go to the fort and ask Captain Weakor of the Phalanx to see if he will have a solider go with you. You can not enter that cave alone, do you understand me Reeves?" [[Do I have]] to be the one to do this? [[Understood]]

<<audio "tavernmusic" volume 0.2 play>> <img src="https://www.ambient-mixer.com/images_template/1/6/2/162f16ab2937b2193dd66dbaf3dfac83_flash.jpg" alt="Tavern with people in it" /> "This place is lively today" as you think to yourself. You walk up the the barkeeper and trouble the man for a... [[Pint]] [[Food]]

<<audio "punchingwood" volume 0.3 play>> You ball up your fist so tight that not even a bear could open it up. Reaching back, you throw all your weight against the door and it splinters just a little. Your knuckles start to bleed like a small stream but hey, you at least did a little damage to the door. Congratulations, you touch guy. [[Proceed In]]

Upon moving to the right, you bump into a very bulky man, who does not take kindly to your rudiness and thus, tries to punch you in the face. [[Dodge Left]]

Without a moments hesitation, you reach out with lightning speed and catch the mug but there was a little bit of ale still left in the mug. Everyone freezes at the astounding speed and the room goes slight. [[That's gross]]

As you start to make your dodging movement, you trip on someone's foot at the table directly next to you and just barely miss the megaton fist that was barreling toward your face but you have only just dodged one bullet, so to say. The man whom you tripped over is now looking at his next kill. [[Get up and run out the door]] [[Kick him]]

You quickly get up and proceed to the door to get your butt out of this building and avoid all the beatings that were sure to follow...if you had stayed. [[Proceed]]

Are you sure about that? [[You beat ya]] Second thought, [[Get up and run out the door]]

<<audio "kickingsound" volume 0.5 play>> You launch your foot into his shine without a second thought. The man yells out in pain as his friend, sitting next to him, gets up and heads your direction. [[O shit]]

Upon realizing the mistake you have made, the only option is to try and get away but it is too late. The lavithian has you in his grasp and delievers a crushing blow to your head, again, and again until you lose consciousness. You should have been more careful. Game Over. [[back->Beginning]]

All of a sudden, a cheer of laughter from all around the room begins to get louder. With ale dripping from your face, you feel victorious but only for a short while. [[Head to the bar]] [[Toss the mug to the right]] [[Proceed]] out the door...defeated.

You get to the bar and see a very stalky guy with a scruffy black beard that goes down to his stomach. "Whacha want Reeves?" [[Give him the mug and ask for a room]] [[Ask for a towel]]

You toss the mug hap-hazardly and hear a loud, "Hey!" from that same direction. Suddenly, a man as tall as a tree and has maculine as a bear starts walking towards you. [[O shit]]

"Hell no." says the bartender. "I think it is hilarious what has happened to you and may it serve as a reminder to not come in here again until you are old enough." Come to think of it, why did you come in here? Although, that was pretty awesome how you caught that mug though. [[Proceed]] out the door.

As you open the door, you hear a bell ring out above you. Infront of you stands a very elegant and well dressed woman who says to you, "Hello, young sir. Welcome to The Clothes Minded. What can I do for you?" [[Just looking]] [[Need something new]]

You move about the store, just trying to find something to your liking when something catches your eye. An outfit made for a king! [[Where did this come from?]] [[Ask the price]]

She begins to tell you of the most elegant outfits that have been brought from far away lands and made from the finest materials throughout the land. [[Pretend to be interested]]

"Can't do that lad. All the rooms are filled for now. Isn't Yutel looking for you at the Ingot This? O and by the way, that was pretty awesome how you caught that mug." the barkeeper says with the biggest grin on his face. *sighs* guess I will go to [[Ingot This]] [[Yes, it was]]

"well...", she said with a pause. "Something like that would cost over 3000 duckets." I don't [[care]] how much his stuff was. You idiot, the [[original outfit]] I was looking at.

After quiet a few moments, it is time to stop this woman from ranting about things that have no interest to you. [[Ask the price]]

She begins to tell you of a certain merchant that came into her store a few weeks past. A man dressed for success, some would say. Stones and diamonds glowing like the sun, stuck all over his coat. [[Pretend to be interested]] [[Ask the price]]

She begins to apologize for her rant and tells you that the original price for the outfit that you are looking at is 1000 duckets. [[Well screw that]] [[Wait]], I do have the money my master gave me. 2000 duckets to be exact but what was this for again?

"Excuse me, sir but I am no idiot and I beg you to leave my shop before I go get your master, Yutel, and have him come kick your butt." she yells out. Well, that went well but you really want that outfit so you apologize to the shopkeeper and just... [[Wait]] [[Proceed]] to leave

<<audio "clothstoremusic" stop>> Realizing that the cost is probably too exspensive, you decide to leave and just go somewhere else. [[back->Proceed]]

You came to the conclusion that you deserve something for your hard earned success and that this was the best way to do just that. [[Pay the shop keeper]] [[Try on the outfit]]

"Thank you for your patronage. We will see you again. Have a good day." says the shop keeper. Thank you! [[leave]]

She shows you over to wear the dressing room is and allows you to try it on. You come back out of the dressing room, find a mirror and say, Damn I look good! [[Pay the shop keeper]] I think I'll take it! [[Run out the door]]

<<audio "clothstoremusic" stop>> You grab the outfit and quickly run out the door, right into Yutel, the blacksmith and your mentor. The look of utter confusion and surprise on his face is...troublesome. [[Crap]]

<<audio "clothstoremusic" stop>> As you walk out the door, there is a young merchant who enters town. He seems to have quiet a bit of merchandise on him. [[What do you have for sale]] [[Look how fancy I look]]

"Good. I will give you this leather armor." The breastplate is made from many circular layers of leather and fur with pointed edges and decorational pieces. It covers almost everything from the neck down, it narrows near the groin and leaves part of the sides exposed. What a [[gift]] [[Great. Something to save my hide]]

"Yes, else who would watch the forge. You? Don't make me laugh Reeves. Now get out." [[Jackass]] [[Understood]]

As you leave the blacksmith house, Yutel comes out and says, "Here. You might need this letter. It will help you get into the fort." You know that it is straight north of the town, sandwiched between two mountains. Time to head to [[Fort Chepstow]].

"Here, take this. It was made with the last of the ostalt ore." The blade itself is fairly simple. No markings, no decorations and no engravings. The blade needs no decorations, it only needs to be strong and sharp. This weapon is used by higher ranked guards. Worn by the wealthiest among us, but not always the most deserving among us. [[Thank you]], Yutel

And with that attitude, Yutel quickly changes his. "Fine, you can go to the fort and ask Captain Weakor of the Phalanx to see if he will lend you a bodyguard. I will keep this armor instead. Now, get out and don't come back til you get more ostalt ore!" [[Understood]]

"You can take those monsters out easily with that blade, providing you know how to use it. Good luck, Reeves. I expect you back in the morning." Yutel says after inspecting how you put on the armor and blade. [[time to leave]]

<<audio "cavemusic" volume 0.2 play>> <img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/b4/41/7d/b4417da344b64a3c1b18ce52a838542c.jpg" width="800" height="600" alt="Cave Entrance" /> You have entered the cave. Who knows what dangers lie ahead. You will have to navigate through to get to the right area to find the Ostalt ore that you need to help Yutel make weapsons with. <<silently>> <<display "init">> <</silently>> [[Enter the Cave]]

"What did you say, BOY!?" as Yutel yells out in a manner that the whole village can hear. [[Run out]] [[Run out yelling jackass]]

You run out as fast as you can with a worried look on your face, wondering if Yutel will chase after you. Probably not but you don't want to test the ability of your master's running if only to catch up to you to give you a smack on the back of the head. It is better to just head to [[Fort Chepstow]].

You rush out of the house with the biggest smile of content, knowing that you have pissed off your master yet again with your shenanigans. Never the less, it is [[Fort Chepstow]].

<<audio "blacksmithmusic" stop>> As you are start to leave town, you look back upon Berkton with the ever question that looms in your mind, "Will I ever see this place again?" You reach a fork in the road where a sign reads the following: [[Cave]] [[Fort Chepstow.]]

<<audio "blacksmithmusic" stop>> <img src="http://pre15.deviantart.net/1b3a/th/pre/f/2012/165/f/f/castle_number_3_by_vonmurder-d53fbkz.jpg" alt="Fort Chepstow" /> As you arrive at the fort, it doesn't look to impressive. A vast gate with great wooden doors and hot oil pots guards the only easy way across the river, but it's not the only way in, which fortunately only very few know. [[Better not]] [[Secret]], of course. Let's go!

There is no need to go to the fort, seeing as you have your own protection. Better head off to the [[Cave]]. There isn't much time.

You walk up to the gate and ask the guards if they can let you in. You present your letter from Yutel and after which, both guards look at each other and let you in. [[proceed in]]

After taking some time to move around the fort, there is a small stream coming out of the fort that serves as a small drain. You decided to go ahead and move through the bars, since they are so wide apart. Upon entering, you are immediately stopped and searched. They ask you to [[proceed in]] and follow them.

Upon entering, Captian Henfrey yells out, "Seeing as how you aren't carring anything, I will assume that you have no weapons for use." He must have been expecting a shipment. "And yet, this letter clearly states that you are late due to not finding ore and need one of my men to escort you to a dangerous cave to get some." Well, that is the [[jist]].

"Well," says the Captian. "Here is Knight Theodric the Titan. He will undoubtably be able to help you. Theordic, remember that the eagle watches the skys, my friend." You have no idea what he meant by that. You look over at Theodric and... [[Holy...]] [[I've seen bigger]]

"Don't say the last word, boy." says Theodric. His voice is deep, loud, and proud and stands feet above any normal man with the build of an ox. This fort must really need those weapons. [[thank the Captian and head out]]

"I doubt it." says Theodric. Seeing his massive build, like an ox, and towering above all creatures, you decide that it is best just to [[thank the Captian and head out]] but then again, just heading to the [[Cave ]] might be better.

"Well Theodric, I guess you get to be with me." you say. "For a short time, I hope. Now, let's get a move on already." Theodric thunders. [[Cave ]]

"Glad you asked young man. Names Klepto Newman, Merchant Extraodinaire of Elements and Materials. Here is what I have for you." [[ostalt]] [[murplalt]]

"Indeed you do my good sir. It looks like you are looking for somewhere to spend your money. Names Klepto Newman, Merchant Extraodinaire of Elements and Materials. If you are looking for the finest materials, then look no further. Here is what I got." [[ostalt]] [[murplalt]]

'Lad, did you just..." and is interupted as the shopkeeper yells out "THEIF". Yutel looks at you with a disapproving look, grabs you by the arm, takes you into the shop and takes off the outfit. You stand butt ass nude in the shop. The shopkeeper gives Yutel the money back that you spent and you are thrown out of the shop for all to look upon your glory. You have caused enough trouble that Yutel no longer trusts you. Game Over. [[back->Beginning]]

You recognize the material instanly. This is the ore that Yutel was asking you to get over the mountain. [[What is the price?]] [[How much do you have?]]

That sounds a little familiar. You now begin to remember that Yutel sent you over the mountains to get a certain ore but you couldn't remember the name so you turned back and went home. [[How much do you have]]

"Well, for you, since you look all modest and what not, 1000 duckets." [[How much do you have?]] [[I'll take it]]

"I got enough to make enough weapons for the fort I passed on my why up here. Fort Chepstow I believe it was. A full cart full of Ostalt." Klepto says. [[I'll take it all]]

You give Klepto all the money that you have left and he hands you...a small bag of the ore. Enough to make at least two weapons. [[What the hell is this?]]

"Splendid." Klepto gives you all that he has. "Nice, doing business with you my lade. I will be off now. Other places to visit." Klepto begins to leave and you feel like a king, especially since you are wearing something new. [[Head to Ingot This]]

Along the way, Theordic tells you about when he was in the very same cave and found a way from the side of the mountain instead of going through the front. It is faster and with less trouble. [[continue]]

You arrive at the entrance to the eastern side of the mountain. "Wait," Theodric whispers to you. Theodric and yourself hid in a nearby bush and he points to the entrance of the cave. You see a few men sitting on top of what looks like crates. [[What do we do?]] [[Come on]], we can take them and when I say we I mean you

Klepto tells you that you never asked for how much he had and therefore, he was not able to tell you what an accurate cost was. In otherwords, you got swindled. "Wait, I want more" you exclaim. "Sorry, kid but I must be going to the next town. See ya around." By this time, Klepto has already packed up and started his way out of the town. Yutel is not going to like this. head to [[ingot this]]

"Well, it is about time you showed up. Now, where is my ostalt ore so I can make these weapons for the fort and what the hell are you wearing?" Yutel demands. [[Put small bag on the table]] [[Explain where you got the outfit]]

"Well, you look all fancy. What the hell is the ocasion because if you didn't bring my supllies I asked you..." [[Go outside]] [[Shut up and walk outside, old man]]

"Well, you did way more than I thought you were going to do Reeves. About time you were able to pull something like this off. Go ahead and keep that outfit. You deserve it.'' says Yutel.

"I can't believe you actually were able to pull something like this off, Reeves. By the way, take that outfit off and go give it back. Old man, could kick your ass all the way around town." says Yutel. You were able to get the ore your master required and was able to get Fort Chepstow well equiped for the next fight that was sure to come. Too bad you couldn't keep the outfit because you called him an old man.

"You went all that way past the mountain to just forget what you were doing, come back and buy an outfit WITH MY MONEY!?" Yutel is furious now. His face is so red that you can't really tell between the apple on the table and his face. "No, I did get the ore." [[Put small bag on the table]]

"Well, I guess we will have enough ore to make enough weapons for me and some other poor sole in this town to fight with in the event that we get attacked." Yutel says disappointing. "By the way, take off that damn outfit. You look like a heathen." Well, you were able to make some weapons, even though you needed more ore to comeplete the full mission. Not all was a total lose. At least there was a merchant in town to give you something so you didn't see Yutel empty handed.

"A whole cart full. You can make enough weapons to fill a fort with and then some." says Klepto. "How much will it cost?" you question. "1000 buckets of course." [[I think I will have it all]] Second thought, [[What do you have for sale]] again?

"HA, well there you go young sir. I like your can do attitude. Here is a parting gift for you." Klepto gives you a strange [[gem]]. "Now, I must be off. Good luck with your master boy." and Klepto rushes his cart away. Wonder why he was in such a hurry. [[Time to go see Yutel]]

"Well, it is about time you showed up. Now, where is my ostalt ore so I can make these weapons for the fort and what the hell are you wearing?" Yutel demands. [[O no, I got the wrong ore]] [[Lie and say you found this gemstone]]

This Almandine Garnet with a baguette cut and the size of a blueberry is in fairly poor condition. These gems are decently popular, but they're a quite rare gemstone species. [[back->I think I will have it all]]

"YOU WHAT?" Yutel looks at the murplalt in disgust. "Lad, I thought I taught you better. This ore is fragile and will make the weapons brittle. I can't use this. Get rid of this crap and that outfit as well." Well, you didn't get what your master wanted and nor did you get to keep the wonderful outfit that you bought but hey, you still have that gemstone.

"Reeves!" Yutel yells out. Here it comes. The scolding of a life time. "Well, at least we won't have to make them ourselves and we can just buy them and say we made them. Not too shabby Reeves. By the way, guess you can keep the outfit but get rid of that lousy murplalt. That will create fragile weapons. We can't use that." YES! You got to keep the outfit and all you have to do is sell the gemstone and ship the new weapons to the fort. All in a days work.

"Well, we walk up and give them the password of the day and that should be it." Theodric tells you in the most calming voice an ox can have. [[good thing]] I am with you then. [[I really wanted to see some blood]]

"We don't hurt our allies Reeves." [[I really wanted to see some blood]]

He tells you to stand up and walk behind him. Do not go in front of him or things could get ugly. "Well, if it isn't Theodric the Titan. What brings you here, you ox." says the soldier. [[Sneak]] past the soldier Wait for the [[conversation]] to end

"I doubt you will get that chance, Reeves but it is a [[good thing]] that you are with me."

"HEY!" Both soldiers look at you and rush with their swords drawn, ready to strike you down at any moment. [[Stop in your tracks]] [[Keep running into the cave]]

"Reeves is here from the town of Berkton and works with the blacksmith there. He needs our supply of Ostalt to make weapons for us." "Well, it is about time. I wonder why we even have to go through them anyways. By the way, //the assassin may sneak in the day//." says the soldier. "Wait, I think I know this." as you continue to say... [[But the eagle never loses his sight]] [[Something about a eagle]]

The sheer frightening thought of being stabbed multiple times gives you enough reason to stand...perfectly...still. Of course you are caught and arrested while Theodric just shakes his head disapprovingly at you. "And what do you think you are doing, fella?" says one of the soldiers. Just trying to get a better look of the mountains while you all [[talk]] [[Wanted to look]] in those boxes.

You reach the cave entrance with easy but the soldiers dare not follow you in there but why not you wonder? O well, you are in the cave now. [[Turn back to smirk]] [[Shake your butt at the guards in a mocking manner]]

"How could you have possibly known that?" he says in curiousity. [[Captian]]

"What?" says Theodric. "Did you see one?" [[I'll shut up now]] [[Yeah, just atop that tree]]

Seeing as both the soldier and Theodric now have a confused look on their face, it probably is better to keep quiet for the rest of the conversation but the soldier speaks up and says, "Are you a spy boy? Theodric, why the hell would you bring us a spy?" [[Wait, what...no]]

"Well, while we talk, move your ass to the cart." says the soldier very threatening. [[Do as directed]] [[Run toward the cave]]

"You will get a look when you get that box back to your master..you little shit." says the soldier while smirking. You can see the enjoyment on his face when he said that.

You put your finger on the bottom part of your right eye and pull down the eye lid and put your tongue out of the air but just then, the gaurds start to move. You turn around and run straight into Theodric which he grabs you by the collar. [[Damn it]] [[How the hell did you get there]]

You stick your butt out in the air and shake it all about like you just don't care but then you notice the guards start to laugh back at you. You look up to notice a giant figure standing there. "What the hell are you doing boy?" says a thunderous voice. [[Nothing]] [[Why are there so many large people]]

He picks you up by the collar of your shirt with easy. This guy is way bigger than Theodric. "Well, looks like you met our mining captian, Gnorth. He is an Orc from the southern region of the wasteland." says Theodric's voice froma distance away. [[Damn it]]

"Cause larger people are good for picking up smaller beings" says Gnorth. [[Damn it]]

He lifts you up with ease and drags you to the cart that has a full box of Ostalt ore on it and throws you down on it. "Stay there." he says. The cart is also attached to a horse who is ready to go. [[Pick up the reins and go]] [[Wait for Theodric]]

"I may look big but I am pretty fast. Like a fox." he says. [[Damn it]]

You gladly go and sit on the cart. The cart already has a full box of Ostalt ore on it and a horse attached to it. [[Pick up the reins and go]] [[Wait for Theodric]]

Before you can even think of taking one step towards that direction, you are immediately grabbed by the back of your collar. It appears that Theodric got behind you without you knowing about it. [[Damn it]]

"EHA!" you yell at the top of your voice as the reins crack like a whip and the horses yell out. There is a thrust from the horses taking off like a rocket but you are able to just barely hang on as the horses continue their galap. [[Head back to Berkton]]

As you sit there twiddling your thumbs, trying to find something to do while you wait, Theodric final arrives. He sits next to you and asks you to takes the reins and whip the horse to move. You do so and he says, "Go to the fort". [[Head to the Fort]] [[Head to Berkton]]

Every so often, you look behind you to see if anyone is coming and with many sighs of relief, you are glad that no one has been following you. You arrive at Berkton and yell at the horse, "Whoo." as you pull back on the reins so the horse would stop. You get off the cart and rush... [[Inside to get Yutel]] The Whistling Mug, you need a [[drink]]

You are not going to argue with a monster. Without hestiation you direct the horse to the fort. It takes a little while before you reach the fort and you can see that Theodric is a little aggitated because you went so slowly talking about the hardships of being an apprentice to a blacksmith. You reach the gate and the guards let you in with no resistance. Theordic tells you to halt the cart. Again you do as directed. The captian and his men walk to the cart and take all the ore that they can. "Thank you for bring me this wonderful materials. You can have this. We expect this weapons very soon so please do not delay." as the Captian hands you a very small bag of ore. "As an extra thank you, here is a uniform for you to wear. It will protect you on the road." He tells his men to unhitch the horse and Reeves man take it back to Berkton. You... [[Put on the uniform]] [[Throw the uniform to the ground and spit on it]]

Yutel looks over at you and notices that you are in a state of panic. "Calm yourself boy. What happened to you?" [[Explain everything]] [[Just tell Yutel to go outside]]

You arrive at the Whistling Mug and fling the doors open so wide that they hit the other sides of the wall. Everyone stops to look at you. [[Drink, now barkeeper]]

"well, that explains why the ore has been shy around these parts. Guess we will have to see them at a higher price to make up for the lose ore. Thanks for tell me Reeves." Yutel says with a worried look but you still sense that things will workout. "Here, take this. A [[sword]] for your farewell gift." says Yutel. After what you have seen, it is better for you to leave and let me deal with this afair. Take the horse and begone. Quickly before the soldiers get here." You do as your master instructs. Is this the last time you will see Yutel? [[back->Beginning]]

You see Yutel rush outside and you go with him. "What have you done, Reeves? This [[crest]] is from the castle." You quickly explain everything and the worried look on his face is apparent that things will not go well from here. "Quickly, you must leave before any soldiers get here. Take this [[leather armor]] and these [[duckets]] and this [[sword!]]." as yutel rushes to put supplies in the cart that you just came in on. It is apparent that the king has been mining this ore for himself so that he may make weapons for his soldiers and not have to pay local blacksmiths to do the work for him. What do you do? [[Hope on the cart]] [[Stay]]

A large, thin, slightly curved blade made of bronze is held by a grip wrapped in fairly common, ivory deerskin. Because it only has a razor-sharp point this weapon will make sure your enemies are full of holes with deadly speed and precision. [[back->Explain everything]]

The upper arms are protected by chainmail rerebraces which sit loosely under the shoulderplates. The lower arms are covered by vambraces which have layers of crafted leather, mimicking dragon scales. [[back->Just tell Yutel to go outside]]

A form of currency from this land. Features a small crest in the middle much like what was on the box at the cave but not in so much detail. [[back->Just tell Yutel to go outside]]

"There is a small cabin in the Mountain Sandpiper Woodland. There will be other things that you can get there. It is east of the base of the Mountain. Don't look back Reeves, no matter what." Is this the last time you will see your master? [[back->Beginning]]

"Reeves you fool. You must not." Yutel demands. Just then, a group of soldiers arrive in front of you. "By order of Captain Henfrey, you are both under arrest." says the soldier. You look at Yutel as he begins to move towards the soldiers and begins to speak, "This boy was just getting the supplies I need to complete the order given by the fort, sir." Just then, a soldier desends his horse, draws his sword and runs it through Yutel. You scream out in horror, "YUTEL!" as the scream bounces off the nearby mountain and the other soldiers decend their horses. You draw your sword knowing that this fight as already been lost. Suddenly you hear a yell much like a battle cry coming from the Whistling Mug and four men are standing there with their swords drawn. They rush to your aid. [[Fight alongside them]] [[Run]]

The shield itself has 3 colors which are painted in an embowed pattern. 2 daggers serve as the emblem, or charge, and a small ribbon, positioned just below the supporters, carries the motto, which reads: "Peace, justice, progress.". [[back->Just tell Yutel to go outside]]

The blade has a small, slightly curved cross-guard, offering just enough protection to the owner's hands, as well as adding a weight balance to the blade. The cross-guard has a basic ring on each side, so this weapon is for just about anybody with the right amount of cash. A wide pommel is decorated with a fairly common gem, anything better would be a waste. [[back->Just tell Yutel to go outside]]

Of course you fight. These soldiers have just killed your mentor. The town is soon littered with blood, weapons and bodies. Red, khaki and gray are the new colors of what was once a peaceful town, which has now become the stage of a full-blown battle. The air which would normally be loud and bustling with sounds of the happiness is now deafening loud, the sound of metal against metal drowns out any other sound in the area, enough to destroy whatever courage is left in the survivors as the towns people hid. The fight is finally over. "You held your ground well." says the last man from the bar standing. "It seems as though we have stumbled upon some misfortune I would say." You go to open your mouth but he stops you instanly. "I think we should leave here, Reeves." You both sheeth your swords and grab horses. You can't believe what has happened here. "There is a small cabin hidden in the Mountain Sandpiper Woodland where I live. We will go there and rest til morning and from there, head over the mountain." he says. "What is your name?" as your voice barely comes to life. "Reginald", he says and with that, he takes off and you follow..closely behind him. [[back->Beginning]]

You quickly grab the nearest horse and yell "YEA" and the horse lurches forward. You look back and see men fighting in the center of town but keep going. You need to get as far away from Berkton as you can so you head South in the direction of The Shadowed Borderlands. As you race away, you can't but think of if the town will still stand after this. To be continued.

"What are you doing? I TOLD you to go to the fort." says Theodric. You try and avoid his gaze at all cost. You know you have to get this to Berkton. Your quest depends on it. Besides, you get an uneasy feeling from Theordic. [[Keep moving forward]] [[Head to the fort]]

"I SAID STOP, DAMN IT" as Theodric reaches out to grab the reins from you. [[Resist and fight him off]] [[Give in]]

With all your strength, you fight for your life. To let go of these reins means your immenate death, you are for sure of this. [[Punch Theodric]] [[Kick Theodric]]

You give in immediately. You hand the reins back to Theodric but he does something that you don't expect. You feel a sharp pain and lose consciousness. [[Good news?]]

You both toss and wrestle for the reins of life and you see an opportunity to give him a fieriest punch and hit him square in the face, knocking him off the cart and with that, whip the reins so the horse moves it's fastest. [[Head back to Berkton]]

You give all your strength in to one mighty kick but Theodric sees it coming. He grabs your foot and brings a mighty blow to your face, knocking you unconsious. [[Good news?]]

"Whoo there boy. Stay calm, Reeves." says the barkeeper. "Besides, you aren't even old enough to drink you little bastard." [[Explain]] [[Just pour the damn drink]]

"You have got to be kidding me Reeves? How the hell can you be so stupid. You need to get out now before these bastards get here." explains the barkeeper. [[What do I do now]] [[I need to tell Yutel]]

The barkeeper knows that something is up and decides against his better judgement to give you a drink. As he finishes pouring the drink and you grab it and start to golp it down, you hear a familiar voice whisper in your ear, "About time you got here, my little apprentice. I hope you enjoyed that drink of yours cause you ain't getting another one for sometime and don't think I didn't notice the kings symbol on the box." Well, he must have found the ore from the cart. You can tell that things are probably going to get harder from here on out but at least you didn't fail the task he put you on.

Just as you are about to open your mouth, you hear the door fling open and hear "Alright, where is he?" It seems the soldiers have caught up to you at last. They must have taken a different route to the town that was faster. [[Turn yourself in]] [[Keep your head down]]

"There's no time. I will tell him." as the barkeeper rushes to get you out the back door and onto a horse. "There is a hideout that is west of here where most of these ruffians come from called the Defiant Hideaway. The know me and Yutel because Yutel supplies them." [[Why do does he supply them...]]

"I don't have time to answer your silly questions, Reeves!" yells the barkeeper. With that last word you hear in the distance, "There he is. Don't let him escape." The barkeeper slaps the behind of the horse as it lurches forward and you take off. "Good luck, Reeves." as you can barely hear the barkeepers words reach your ears as you speed off to the west. To be continued

You turn around and the soldiers notice you instantly. They all walk you and grab you and shackle you up. They take you outside and you see men sitting on the cart that you just came in on with Theodric standing next to it. He walks up to you and grabs you with such strength, by the neck, that you lift off the ground just slightly. "You thought you could get away...from me boy?" You can feel the warmth coming from his breathe. Your face starts to turn a little blue and that is when Theodric releases his grip and you fall to the ground. You cough from the sheer force of hitting the ground and not having enough breathe. The soldiers grab you and haul you onto the cart and shackle you to the back of the bench so you can not possibly escape. Theodric gets on his horse and says, "Let's take this filth back to the fort." and with that the cart moves. To be continued.

You bend your head even more to the bar as a man stands up and yells, "What boy? There are all men in here." As you look up, you recognize a familiar face. Olin the Scar, is what people called him around town and why not. Just then Yutel walks into the Whistling Mug. He greets the soldiers and says, "Well thanks men for bring that shippment of ore to me. I am not sure where my useless assistant went but I will be able to get your weapons to the fort now." he says in a joyful voice. You could not be more relieved. "Come have a drink on me", says Yutel. The soldiers are quick to sit as the barkeeper brings them drinks. Yutel gives you a very stern looks as you are sure this conversation is just getting started but at least no one is trying to kill you now. I would say that is a mission complete...for the most part. [[back->Beginning]]

HA! You only wish. You wake up to the smell of mold as the area around you is damp and cold. Great, you are locked away somewhere. With rats running around everywhere, you yell to the guard... [[HEY, let me out of here]] [[Fat boy, let me out]]

"Sorry kid, Captians orders. You are going to stay in there and rot for what you have done. Theodric told him everything." There could not be any worse a situation to find yourself in. There has to be a way out of here but what? To be continued

"You shut up in there" as the guard throws his stale bread at your head. It hits you with a loud thud and drops to the ground in front of you. Well, you at least have something to eat but you need to find a way to get out of here and get back to Yutel before you lose your head. To be continued.

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You put on the uniform and instanly you fel out of place. The outfit is too big for you and the fort lights up in laughter. You feel completely embarrased as you have trouble getting onto the horse. You do and immediately ride off to Berkton. You get back to the Ingot This and Yutel asks you if you got the "goods". [[Put small bag on the table]]

The Captian notices this. Him and his men begin to move closer to you, with angered expressions. You quickly get onto the horse and speed out of the fort. As you are riding along, you notice that you have nothing. You forgot to get the ore from the fort. The only other option is for you to go to the [[cave.]].

You decided that this was the best course of action. Heading back to the mountain where the front of the cave is, you notice that someone has blocked the front of the entrance. With nothing left to do you head back to [[Berkton]]

You get into the town after a days ride and head to where Yutel is at the Ingot This. To your ammusement here is not there. *sighs* what a relief. Maybe he is out drinking. [[I can fix this]] [[He won't notice]]

You look into the forge and see that there is some ore melting. You don't much care for the type but assume that it will work regardless. You work into the night as Yutel comes walking in. "Well, Reeves. Decided to go ahead and make the weapons did ya?" [[Sure did]] [[Didn't want you to work too hard]]

After working through the night and into the morning, you hear Yutel's voice, "Well boy. Great job on making the weapons but there is one problem. Why would you finish my weapons...INSTEAD OF MAKING YOUR OWN?!" *sighs* "Well, at least you finished my job for the day, even though these weapons aren't for the fort." Yutel says haphazardly. Even though you finished the wrong weapons and they aren't meant for the fort, you still feel a sense of accomplishment. Story Cleared. [[back->Beginning]]

"You realize that the ore melting was of low quality right? Well, even if you didn't those weapons are meant for a different purpose. Those weapons are used for training, lad." Well, you really screwed up the whole situation. At least you were able to finish something. Mission failed. Try again. [[back->Beginning]]

"Alright lad. What did you do?" Yutel says as he clearly has noticed something wrong. [[Tell the truth]] [[Just wanted to be a nice guy]]

After telling Yutel about the events that went down at the fort and at the cave, Yutel says, "Well, thank the Gods that you were lucky and got out of their alive. Thank you for finishing those weapons, Reeves but the are low quality and aren't meant to be used in a fight but the soldiers won't know that will they" as Yutel winks at you. *sighs* You feel much better about the siuation. All is well, for now. Story complete. [[back->Beginning]]

"HAHAHAHA" as Yutel laughs uncontrolably. "Ok. Iwill accept the help." You are greatful see Yutel laugh. He didn't notice that you didn't have the ore. It is possibly that Yutel thought you would get to work immediately, knowing that the shipment was probably late already and didnt want to make that situation worse. Regardless, he still doesn't know about what happened at the Fort, nor the cave. Guess we can keep this secret from him for a while longer. Story...somewhat ok? [[back->Beginning]]

You realize that this is the best course of action but you are sure about what the key phrase is and wish to try again. [[back->conversation]]

"This is a good thing. The captain was right about eagles." says one of the soldiers. Wait, you now know what the phrase is. An eagle can usually see anything during the day because his vision is so good and you blurt out "But the eagle never loses his sight. Thanks [[Captian]]

You quickly explain that you are from Berkton and you are Yutel's apprentice. "That seems like a good cover up. How am I suppose to take you at your word?" You reach into your pockets and forgot that the captian has the letter from Yutel and you never got it back. [[Wait, Theodric was there. He knows who I am]]

You ask Theodric to tell the soldier the truth but he blurts out, "Good point. How do I know that you didn't trick us at the fort so you could come here and steal out ore?" You are in a bad situation. You rush over to one of the soldier's horses, get on and snap the reins for the horse to go forward. "STOP THE SPY!" one of the soldier's yells. You don't dare look back to see if anyone is following you. You push the horse to gallop as fast as it can until you reach the Ingot This and rush inside and find Yutel and [[Explain everything]].

"Alright, don't flatter yourself lad. Get out now before something else happens to you." [[back->Proceed]]

You decide that this is not the best option, despite how armed you are and head back to the Ingot This. Yutel sees you coming back emtpy handed and just screams out "WORTHLESS REEVES" and barges out the door. You have failed big time. Quit [[back->Beginning]] Try again from [[Cave]]

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<<audio "tavernmusic" volume 0.2 play>> <img src="https://www.ambient-mixer.com/images_template/1/6/2/162f16ab2937b2193dd66dbaf3dfac83_flash.jpg" alt="Tavern with people in it" /> "We are under attack." as a man yells across the room and you notice a mug, made of solid oak (much like the door), comes hurling at you with great speed. So much that you hear a slight whistle coming from the mug. Not dodging this will surely put you to sleep and make you dream of sweet nothings. (or so you think) [[Move to the right]] [[Try and catch the mug]]

"You aren't old enough to drink. Here is some water. You look like you need it." says the barkeeper. [[Take water]] [[Ask for the pint again]]

You feel much better with a hot meal in your belly. You can do anything now. Guess it is time to go somewhere else. You don't want to cause any unwanted trouble in here. [[Clothes Minded]] [[Ingot This]]

You take the water reluctently and golp it down. Your stomach begins to rumble. It is time to put some [[Food]] in that belly of yours.

"YOU AREN'T GETTING JACK, REEVES!" as the barkeeper slams a mug on the table. "Now, get out of here and stop bothering me will ya?" [[Proceed]] out the door Leave but on your way out [[grab a pint]]

You move away from the barkeeper as he turns around and goes back to serving more customers. Just before you get to the door, you grab the nearest pint and golp it down. "HEY LAD, what are ya thinking taking my pint for yer self?" as a stalky man stands up and says. "You better buy me another one, boy." In your dreams [[fat boy]] [[Yell]] to the barkeeper to buy another drink.

"FAT BOY!? That's more muscle than you got." as a fist from the man comes flying toward your face. [[Move to the right]] Dodge and [[Proceed]] out of the place before things get heavy

"I told you that you aren't allowed." says the barkeeper. [[For the testie man over here, Yutel will take care of it]]

"Why you little bastard..." as he gets up out of his seat and moves towards you. [[O shit]]

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<> <<for $i to 0; $i lt $mapArray.length; $i++>> <<for $k to 0; $k lt $mapArray[$i].length; $k++>> <<if $k eq $positionX and $i eq $positionY>> <<print "P">> <<elseif $mapArray[$i][$k] eq 1>> <<print "‒">> <<elseif $mapArray[$i][$k] eq 0>> <<print "#">> <<elseif $mapArray[$i][$k] eq 2>> <<print "E">> <</if>> <</for>> <<print " ">> <</for>> <>

<<display "Location">> <<display "Gnuur">> <<display "Health">> <> <<if $mapArray[$positionY-1][$positionX] eq 1>> [[North]] | <<elseif $mapArray[$positionY-1][$positionX] eq 2>> [[Exit]] | <<endif>> <<if $mapArray[$positionY][$positionX+1] eq 1>> [[East]] | <<elseif $mapArray[$positionY][$positionX+1] eq 2>> [[Exit]] | <<endif>> <<if $mapArray[$positionY+1][$positionX] eq 1>> [[South]] | <<elseif $mapArray[$positionY+1][$positionX] eq 2>> [[Exit]] | <<endif>> <<if $mapArray[$positionY][$positionX-1] eq 1>> [[West]] | <<elseif $mapArray[$positionY][$positionX-1] eq 2>> [[Exit]] | <<endif>> <>

<<set $positionY -= 1>> <<display "Map System">>

<<set $positionX += 1>> <<display "Map System">>

<<set $positionY += 1>> <<display "Map System">>

<<set $positionX -= 1>> <<display "Map System">>

You will need to keep track of where you are going or you will get lost and not be able to find your way back. Becareful, monsters loom in different areas and you will be sure to get attacked. [[Begin]]

<<display "Map System">>

Throughout the cave, your health will be tracked but becareful for the creators known as the Gnuur will bit your feet and do damage to you. Gnuurs are small creatures that hunt in packs of 10 that nibble on the feet of those walking in caves without warning. No way to defend against such creatures. Too bad Yutel gave you that sword and armor but to no avail. <<display "Health">> [[Map]]

<<audio cavemusic stop>> You found bags full of the ore Yutel needs. Now it is time to go back to him and get your reward. [[Head back to Ingot This]]

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<<silently>> <<if $attackNumber lte 0>> <<set $attackNumber to 10>> <</if>> <<set $attackNumber -= 1>> <<set $chance to Math.round(Math.random() * $attackNumber)>> <</silently>> <<if $chance eq 1>> The Gnuur attacks! Lose 10 health! <<set $attackNumber to 1>> <<set $health -= 10>> <</if>>

<<audio cavemusic stop>> Well, they ate off your feet and made you fall face first into the ground and took no time to swarm you and eat you alive.

<<audio "blacksmithmusic" volume 0.2 play>> "Well, it seems you have made it back." Yutel says proudly. [[I did but your armor and sword was useless]] [[Yup, all in a days work]]

<img src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/de/0a/d1/de0ad132b8202da544d41fa07f0a6f8d.jpg" alt="Gnuur Creatures" /> You explain to him that there were these creatures known as Gnuurs and the were...annoying but dispite what they look like, they were fast creatures. A large laughter comes from Yutel as he says, "I remember those creatures. That's why I don't go in there anymore. Took off quite a bit of me toes. Regardless, did you get the ore?" [[Slam several bags of ore on the table]] [[One small bag on the table]]

"HA, so you had no trouble in the cave, eh?" Yutel says as he moves closer to you giving you the weirdest wink, like playing at a joke or something... [[Wait, what do you know old man?]]

"Well I'll be as giddy as a man getting butt slapped by his wife in public. You done good boy. I'll finish these weapons by tomorrow morning and we can take them back to the fort. Keep those things I gave you. Might come in handy one day." Yutel says with the brightest smile across his face. You have done more than what was required by Yutel. Mission Accomplished.

"Well, I guess we will have enough ore to make enough weapons for me and some other poor sole in this town to fight with in the event that we get attacked." Yutel says disappointing. You decided to keep the rest because you never know what might happen later on. You could make better weapons than your master one day. Mission Complete.

Yutel sits you down and regales you have a time when he was a young boy doing exactly as what you did. He also went in with the very same weapon and armor but had worse luck. Feeling a sense of overwhelming pride rushes over you know that you have done better than your master at his age. You decide to give him all the ore you possibly found in there. Misssion Accomplished...with great success.