<worn on head> a well-used gold circlet from Jindon the Deathwood Forest
<worn on eyes> a sinister crystal visor
<worn in ear> a robin's tail feather (glowing) (illuminating)
<worn in ear> a tarnished bone earring
<worn around neck> a dangling spider necklace (humming)
<worn around neck> a sparkling glass collar
<worn on body> a silk robe embroidered with lightning bolts
<worn about body> a boreal sapphire mantle
<worn about waist> a red linen belt of wisdom
<worn on arms> a pair of wildcat-hide sleeves
<held as shield> a heavy steel shield
<worn around wrist> a soldier's crystal bracelet from Jindon the Deathwood Forest
<worn around wrist> a light granite bracer
<worn on hands> some pitted marble gauntlets
<worn on finger> a sapphire ring
<worn on finger> a sun ring of strength (magic) (glowing)
<worn on legs> some gleaming steel greaves from The Docks of Quietus Quay
<worn on feet> some static silver shoes
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
< 286h/286H 83v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This section of the troglodyte caves is very tight and narrow. The walls
and ceiling seem to be constricting on the tunnel opening. The narrow tunnel
is filled with the familiar smells of rot, decay and must. The troglodyte race
is a race of warriors, few of which are ever found dead. The race is extremely
successful in their night time raids, most often targeting the human colonies
located near this region. The troglodyte warriors usually attack the strongest
looking targets first and work their way down, which shows they are a very
intelligent and deliberate band of hunters. The air here is rather stale as
no drafts or currents move through the cold and dark stone. The ground here
is littered with small scraps of flesh and bone. A good deal of commotion can
be heard somewhere deep in the cave system. One may travel further into the
troglodyte cave system by traveling north or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -North -West
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
< 286h/286H 82v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 82v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caverns continue into the dark stone of the underground
labrynth. The air here is thick with the musty scents of the lizard-like
creatures that live here. The ground is quite rough and painful on unprotected
feet. The sharp edges of the various jutting rocks are deadly and painful.
The ceiling rising aproximately ten feet off of the floor allowing room for
the taller creatures that wander down here. The width of the tunnels is ever
varying and seems to be naturally forming. The creatures that live, flourish
and expand in these caves are a hearty race, legends of the night, hunters of
the fair races. The stories of the troglodyte race are widely though of as a
myth or legend, but the very existence of these caves are proof beyond a shadow
of a doubt. The sounds of shrieking reptiles can be heard in the unending
night of these caves. One may travel to the east or south from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -South
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
< 286h/286H 81v/114V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
An ice elemental who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
A troglodyte sentinel who is rather far off to your south.
< 286h/286H 82v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The pitch black nature of the troglodyte cave system makes it impossible
to keep ones bearings. The cave system is a random, twisting monster that
makes navigation nearly impossible. The cave is a natural occurrence and thus
is bound to no city plan or layout. The black stone seems to absorb any light
that it comes in contact with making torches and even magical light almost
useless. In many places the ceiling hangs down very low, only the masters of
this cave can safely navigate through such perils. The air is very musty and
warm feeling, an oddity for this far below the surface. There are no markings
or indications as to the correct path to choose. Perhaps the safest bet would
be to come back the way one came, if of course that is even possible anymore.
One may travel to the north, south or east from this point in the troglodyte
cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte sentinel is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
< 286h/286H 80v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
These dark caves are filled with the entire troglodyte settlement. The
nature of the troglodytes makes living in these caves essential as it is their
only possible habitat. The night is the only time these creatures can come out
of hiding and when they do they search for human flesh. The cave itself is a
natural formation, the stone still in its crude natural state. There may have
been some mining or rock work done, but it was minimal as the troglodytes can
live withouth the luxury of smooth stone. The air is very musty, a smell only
found with large colonies of lizards or troglodytes. The temperature is always
warm, how the caves are kept this warm is a mystery to the outside world. The
caves twist and turn as they travel through this underground labrynth. One may
travel to the north or south from this point in the troglodyte caves.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
< 286h/286H 78v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The further into the troglodyte caves the more disorienting it becomes.
Even creatures with phenomenal infravision find this place to be a complex and
confusing cave system. The darkness, combined with the horrible smells that
the troglodytes release from their glands, makes the air seem to be thick like
water. The rocks are cold and wet and sound does not seem to carry very well
this far down. Normally there would be an echo, but here there is none. It
is as if a shadow of darkness has stolen all the light and sound from this
place. Even with a torch one cannot see very far ahead. Shadows seem to dance
and merge into the stone. Or perhaps the troglodyte warriors are preparing to
attack. The troglodytes posses an innate ability to change the color and tone
of their flesh to fit in with their surroundings. It is safe to assume that an
adult troglodyte could blend in with the black rock and stand there invisible
to someone who walked by. One may walk north, south or west. The darkness
makes it hard to determine which is the main path.
Obvious exits: -North -South -West
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
A steel bastard sword lies discarded here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
[3] The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
< 286h/286H 77v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This dark and scary cave is inhabited by a race of highly effective and
deadly fighters. The troglodyte race is savage and can easily overcome an
unready opponent. The warriors of the clan are trained from an early age how
to fully use all of their weapons including their long tail. This cave is the
perfect lair for such a race. Because the darkness is so complete, ambushes
can and will happen as one goes further into this place. The advanced eyes of
the troglodyte race has developed a superior form of infravision which allows
them to best take advantage of these surroundings. The smell is horrible,
emitted from their glands and pores as yet another deterrent from this place.
The stone would look very black in the light of day, but here everything looks
like darkness. One may travel west or north in the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -West
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
A gleaming white blade lies here. (glowing)
[3] A steel bastard sword lies discarded here.
A stern paladin stands here, fighting an ice elemental. (minion)
A Grey Elf (medium) sits, floating here, fighting an ice elemental.
An ice elemental stands here, fighting a Grey Elf. (minion)
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
< 286h/286H 76v/114V Pos: standing >
A troglodyte sentinel is waving a platinum coin around wanting to make a bet on the outcome.
< 286h/286H 76v/114V Pos: standing >
Meth starts casting an offensive spell.
< 286h/286H 77v/114V Pos: standing >
A troglodyte sentinel watches the battle in amusement.
< 286h/286H 77v/114V Pos: standing >
A troglodyte sentinel is waving a platinum coin around wanting to make a bet on the outcome.
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The further into the troglodyte caves the more disorienting it becomes.
Even creatures with phenomenal infravision find this place to be a complex and
confusing cave system. The darkness, combined with the horrible smells that
the troglodytes release from their glands, makes the air seem to be thick like
water. The rocks are cold and wet and sound does not seem to carry very well
this far down. Normally there would be an echo, but here there is none. It
is as if a shadow of darkness has stolen all the light and sound from this
place. Even with a torch one cannot see very far ahead. Shadows seem to dance
and merge into the stone. Or perhaps the troglodyte warriors are preparing to
attack. The troglodytes posses an innate ability to change the color and tone
of their flesh to fit in with their surroundings. It is safe to assume that an
adult troglodyte could blend in with the black rock and stand there invisible
to someone who walked by. One may walk north, south or west. The darkness
makes it hard to determine which is the main path.
Obvious exits: -North -South -West
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
A steel bastard sword lies discarded here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
[3] The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
< 286h/286H 76v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This dark and scary cave is inhabited by a race of highly effective and
deadly fighters. The troglodyte race is savage and can easily overcome an
unready opponent. The warriors of the clan are trained from an early age how
to fully use all of their weapons including their long tail. This cave is the
perfect lair for such a race. Because the darkness is so complete, ambushes
can and will happen as one goes further into this place. The advanced eyes of
the troglodyte race has developed a superior form of infravision which allows
them to best take advantage of these surroundings. The smell is horrible,
emitted from their glands and pores as yet another deterrent from this place.
The stone would look very black in the light of day, but here everything looks
like darkness. One may travel west or north in the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -West
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a Grey Elf is lying here.
A gleaming white blade lies here. (glowing)
[3] A steel bastard sword lies discarded here.
Meth La Resistance (Kobold)(small) stands, floating here.
An ice elemental is here chilling the room. (minion)
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
A large and burly troglodyte sentinel stands here dutifully.
< 286h/286H 75v/114V Pos: standing >
It appears to be the corpse of Crispen.
[3] a mysterious tome
a tiny golden stud (illuminating)
an emerald-rimmed glass monocle [poor]
a gnomish explosive-launcher prototype [poor]
a magical time-keeping device [poor]
a black and white zebra-hide wristband of charisma
an elven cloak of fine silk (magic)
a glowing shield of polished rose quartz (magic) (illuminating)
some ancient Tukluk spellshield gloves [poor]
some boots of forest running [poor]
a pair of greasy trousers [poor]
an exquisite marble badge
a glowing ivory stud
a well-crafted sapphire mask
a diabolical electrum girth
some masterly-crafted crystal arm plates
a static dragonscale helmet
a tight golden chain [superior]
a red earthstone ring
a small pile of coins
a slender fishing pole
a rugged adventurers satchel (magic) (illuminating)
< 286h/286H 78v/114V Pos: standing >
< 286h/286H 79v/114V Pos: standing >
Meth sits down in a comfortable spot.
< 286h/286H 80v/114V Pos: standing >
Meth opens a tome of mysticism and begins studying it intently.
< 286h/286H 80v/114V Pos: standing >
You say in goblin 'damn'
< 286h/286H 82v/114V Pos: standing >
Meth closes his book and grins malevolently.
< 286h/286H 83v/114V Pos: standing >
Meth clambers to his feet.
< 286h/286H 86v/114V Pos: standing >
< 286h/286H 87v/114V Pos: standing >
You say in goblin 'where is gnomes'
< 286h/286H 88v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The further into the troglodyte caves the more disorienting it becomes.
Even creatures with phenomenal infravision find this place to be a complex and
confusing cave system. The darkness, combined with the horrible smells that
the troglodytes release from their glands, makes the air seem to be thick like
water. The rocks are cold and wet and sound does not seem to carry very well
this far down. Normally there would be an echo, but here there is none. It
is as if a shadow of darkness has stolen all the light and sound from this
place. Even with a torch one cannot see very far ahead. Shadows seem to dance
and merge into the stone. Or perhaps the troglodyte warriors are preparing to
attack. The troglodytes posses an innate ability to change the color and tone
of their flesh to fit in with their surroundings. It is safe to assume that an
adult troglodyte could blend in with the black rock and stand there invisible
to someone who walked by. One may walk north, south or west. The darkness
makes it hard to determine which is the main path.
Obvious exits: -North -South -West
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
A steel bastard sword lies discarded here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
[3] The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 86v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
These dark caves are filled with the entire troglodyte settlement. The
nature of the troglodytes makes living in these caves essential as it is their
only possible habitat. The night is the only time these creatures can come out
of hiding and when they do they search for human flesh. The cave itself is a
natural formation, the stone still in its crude natural state. There may have
been some mining or rock work done, but it was minimal as the troglodytes can
live withouth the luxury of smooth stone. The air is very musty, a smell only
found with large colonies of lizards or troglodytes. The temperature is always
warm, how the caves are kept this warm is a mystery to the outside world. The
caves twist and turn as they travel through this underground labrynth. One may
travel to the north or south from this point in the troglodyte caves.
Obvious exits: -North -South
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 85v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The pitch black nature of the troglodyte cave system makes it impossible
to keep ones bearings. The cave system is a random, twisting monster that
makes navigation nearly impossible. The cave is a natural occurrence and thus
is bound to no city plan or layout. The black stone seems to absorb any light
that it comes in contact with making torches and even magical light almost
useless. In many places the ceiling hangs down very low, only the masters of
this cave can safely navigate through such perils. The air is very musty and
warm feeling, an oddity for this far below the surface. There are no markings
or indications as to the correct path to choose. Perhaps the safest bet would
be to come back the way one came, if of course that is even possible anymore.
One may travel to the north, south or east from this point in the troglodyte
cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte sentinel is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 84v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caverns continue into the dark stone of the underground
labrynth. The air here is thick with the musty scents of the lizard-like
creatures that live here. The ground is quite rough and painful on unprotected
feet. The sharp edges of the various jutting rocks are deadly and painful.
The ceiling rising aproximately ten feet off of the floor allowing room for
the taller creatures that wander down here. The width of the tunnels is ever
varying and seems to be naturally forming. The creatures that live, flourish
and expand in these caves are a hearty race, legends of the night, hunters of
the fair races. The stories of the troglodyte race are widely though of as a
myth or legend, but the very existence of these caves are proof beyond a shadow
of a doubt. The sounds of shrieking reptiles can be heard in the unending
night of these caves. One may travel to the east or south from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -South
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 84v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 85v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The pitch black nature of the troglodyte cave system makes it impossible
to keep ones bearings. The cave system is a random, twisting monster that
makes navigation nearly impossible. The cave is a natural occurrence and thus
is bound to no city plan or layout. The black stone seems to absorb any light
that it comes in contact with making torches and even magical light almost
useless. In many places the ceiling hangs down very low, only the masters of
this cave can safely navigate through such perils. The air is very musty and
warm feeling, an oddity for this far below the surface. There are no markings
or indications as to the correct path to choose. Perhaps the safest bet would
be to come back the way one came, if of course that is even possible anymore.
One may travel to the north, south or east from this point in the troglodyte
cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte sentinel is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the north.
< 286h/286H 83v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue to wind through the hard stone that lies
far below the surface. The stone is very rough and sharp in places, not by
design, but the original state as when this cavern was formed. The tunnels of
the troglodyte caves twist and turn in many directions, sometimes seemingly
doubling back or going in circles. Making navigation even more difficult is
the fact that both echoes and light seem to reflect differently here than in
normal cave conditions. The air is thick and musky making it sometimes quite
hard to breathe. The ground is a very unforgiving monster, the sharp stones
and pebbles acting as a dangerous hazard. One wrong step could seriously
injure even the thickest skinned creature. The cave system here is at least
twenty feet above the tunnel that is located down from this point. One may
travel down or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -West -Down
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 83v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 83v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caves continue here, further and further below the
surface with each step. The natural cave here actually grows to an impressive
height, the ceiling so high it is out of the range of most light sources. The
cave walls are very rough and unhewn, a combination that allows for the weird
echo patterns and deceptive shadows. The ground is very rough and uneven. The
air here is even thicker and harder to breathe than the level above this one.
To go up from this point one must navigate the poorly spaced hand-holds or
risk floating up to the ledge. There are many small bones and skulls here on
the ground. The possibility that this region of the troglodyte caves is a
dumping ground is a high one. One may travel up or east further into the
darkness of the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -East -Up
An ice elemental enters from above.
< 286h/286H 82v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark and twisting tunnels of the troglodyte caves continue to wind
their way through the dark rock. The walls are rough and uneven, small patches
of deep-ground lichens growing in the deeper pockets of stone. The ceiling is
naturally formed but seems to have taken some damage, most likely from some
crude metal implements. The floor is a honey-combed series of pitfalls, most
likely formed by acid drips or naturally occuring chemical residue left after
a hard flood. The floors uneven nature makes it qutie difficult to travel at
a very fast rate. The air here is rather unobtrusive and unremarkable. The
dry air is hard to describe except that it is strangely void of any smells of
notice. The musty odor present in previous tunnels is oddly missing here. The
silence is strange and menacing. One may travel to the north or west from this
point in the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -West
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 80v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 81v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark tunnels and caves of the troglodyte cave system continues to wind
through the cold stone of this underground region. The darkness here is an
ever present menace, always lurking nearby like a monster in the mist. The
sense of being watched is unshakable, as if the stone itself has eyes which
follow. The ground here is naturally rough and covered with bits and pieces of
bone and flesh. The air here is very stale, almost in a disgusting manner.
There is a stench that seems to flow through the troglodyte caves without the
benefit of air circulation. The only heat in this dark region is that coming
from the troglodyte inhabitants and a few scattered naturally occuring vents.
One may travel futher in the troglodyte cave system by traveling west or south
from this point.
Obvious exits: -South -West
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 79v/114V Pos: standing >
A Secluded and Small Troglodyte Cave
This small cave is located deep in the troglodyte cave complex. The air
is musty and stale here, as if a good deal of time has passed without fresh air
being introduced into the environment. The cold stone does not hold heat very
well, so the family of troglodytes nest is a very large pile of skins. Small
scraps of food and feces lie near the caves entrance. The cave ceiling is a
mere twelve feet from the cavern floor, providing a secluded and secure home
dwelling. Small nooks and crannys have been carved into the cave wall and are
used for storage and organization of the families possessions. This cave is
rather simple and unremarkable, but never the less, it is the only home of the
troglodyte family the lives here. One may travel east to leave this small
troglodyte cavern.
Obvious exits: -East
The corpse of a troglodyte mother is lying here.
A small troglodyte child sits here in the darkness.
A small troglodyte child sits here in the darkness.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 77v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark tunnels and caves of the troglodyte cave system continues to wind
through the cold stone of this underground region. The darkness here is an
ever present menace, always lurking nearby like a monster in the mist. The
sense of being watched is unshakable, as if the stone itself has eyes which
follow. The ground here is naturally rough and covered with bits and pieces of
bone and flesh. The air here is very stale, almost in a disgusting manner.
There is a stench that seems to flow through the troglodyte caves without the
benefit of air circulation. The only heat in this dark region is that coming
from the troglodyte inhabitants and a few scattered naturally occuring vents.
One may travel futher in the troglodyte cave system by traveling west or south
from this point.
Obvious exits: -South -West
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 76v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark and twisting tunnels of the troglodyte caves continue to wind
their way through the dark rock. The walls are rough and uneven, small patches
of deep-ground lichens growing in the deeper pockets of stone. The ceiling is
naturally formed but seems to have taken some damage, most likely from some
crude metal implements. The floor is a honey-combed series of pitfalls, most
likely formed by acid drips or naturally occuring chemical residue left after
a hard flood. The floors uneven nature makes it qutie difficult to travel at
a very fast rate. The air here is rather unobtrusive and unremarkable. The
dry air is hard to describe except that it is strangely void of any smells of
notice. The musty odor present in previous tunnels is oddly missing here. The
silence is strange and menacing. One may travel to the north or west from this
point in the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -West
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the north.
< 286h/286H 75v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caves continue here, further and further below the
surface with each step. The natural cave here actually grows to an impressive
height, the ceiling so high it is out of the range of most light sources. The
cave walls are very rough and unhewn, a combination that allows for the weird
echo patterns and deceptive shadows. The ground is very rough and uneven. The
air here is even thicker and harder to breathe than the level above this one.
To go up from this point one must navigate the poorly spaced hand-holds or
risk floating up to the ledge. There are many small bones and skulls here on
the ground. The possibility that this region of the troglodyte caves is a
dumping ground is a high one. One may travel up or east further into the
darkness of the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -East -Up
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 73v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 73v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue to wind through the hard stone that lies
far below the surface. The stone is very rough and sharp in places, not by
design, but the original state as when this cavern was formed. The tunnels of
the troglodyte caves twist and turn in many directions, sometimes seemingly
doubling back or going in circles. Making navigation even more difficult is
the fact that both echoes and light seem to reflect differently here than in
normal cave conditions. The air is thick and musky making it sometimes quite
hard to breathe. The ground is a very unforgiving monster, the sharp stones
and pebbles acting as a dangerous hazard. One wrong step could seriously
injure even the thickest skinned creature. The cave system here is at least
twenty feet above the tunnel that is located down from this point. One may
travel down or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -West -Down
An ice elemental enters from below.
< 286h/286H 72v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 72v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The pitch black nature of the troglodyte cave system makes it impossible
to keep ones bearings. The cave system is a random, twisting monster that
makes navigation nearly impossible. The cave is a natural occurrence and thus
is bound to no city plan or layout. The black stone seems to absorb any light
that it comes in contact with making torches and even magical light almost
useless. In many places the ceiling hangs down very low, only the masters of
this cave can safely navigate through such perils. The air is very musty and
warm feeling, an oddity for this far below the surface. There are no markings
or indications as to the correct path to choose. Perhaps the safest bet would
be to come back the way one came, if of course that is even possible anymore.
One may travel to the north, south or east from this point in the troglodyte
cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -East -South
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte sentinel is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 71v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caverns continue into the dark stone of the underground
labrynth. The air here is thick with the musty scents of the lizard-like
creatures that live here. The ground is quite rough and painful on unprotected
feet. The sharp edges of the various jutting rocks are deadly and painful.
The ceiling rising aproximately ten feet off of the floor allowing room for
the taller creatures that wander down here. The width of the tunnels is ever
varying and seems to be naturally forming. The creatures that live, flourish
and expand in these caves are a hearty race, legends of the night, hunters of
the fair races. The stories of the troglodyte race are widely though of as a
myth or legend, but the very existence of these caves are proof beyond a shadow
of a doubt. The sounds of shrieking reptiles can be heard in the unending
night of these caves. One may travel to the east or south from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -South
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 69v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 70v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 70v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This section of the troglodyte caves is very tight and narrow. The walls
and ceiling seem to be constricting on the tunnel opening. The narrow tunnel
is filled with the familiar smells of rot, decay and must. The troglodyte race
is a race of warriors, few of which are ever found dead. The race is extremely
successful in their night time raids, most often targeting the human colonies
located near this region. The troglodyte warriors usually attack the strongest
looking targets first and work their way down, which shows they are a very
intelligent and deliberate band of hunters. The air here is rather stale as
no drafts or currents move through the cold and dark stone. The ground here
is littered with small scraps of flesh and bone. A good deal of commotion can
be heard somewhere deep in the cave system. One may travel further into the
troglodyte cave system by traveling north or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -North -West
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 69v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark troglodyte caves continue to wind through the ground here. The
tunnels have twisted and turned so many times up to this point in the tunnels
the true direction is nearly impossible to discern. There is nothing to make
any differentiation between this tunnel and any other tunnel within the cave
complex. The dark stone is the same throughout the troglodyte caves, with no
variances in the composition of the rock. The air here is stagnant and has no
movement what so ever. The troglodyte people have claimed these naturally
formed caves as their own and have made some small adaptations to fully use the
entire complex to the fullest. There is a small set of iron rungs embedded in
the stone used as a means of getting from this level of the caves to the level
below it. The rungs are sturdy and can support a good deal of weight. One
may travel south or down from this point in the troglodyte cave system.
Obvious exits: -South -Down
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 67v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 67v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 68v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This oddly shaped room opens up in naturally formed cavern. The cavern
roof is several yards above and is covered with small stalactites. The south
wall is where the iron rung ladder is firmly attached. The floor here is rough
and uneven, sloping to the north, further into the troglodyte cave complex.
The naturally formed tunnels are a wild and, much to the chagrin of the brave
adventurer, deffinetly inhabited. The stale air is filled with many scents,
mostly of rot and decay, of lizards and of death. The rough walls are filled
with shadowy alcoves and hidden passages. There are many passages that appear
to be tunnels, but most end in dead ends a few feet from this chamber. The
feeling of impending doom is unmistakable. One may travel back up a level in
the troglodyte caves or either north or east from this point.
Obvious exits: -North -East -Up
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
[2] The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from above.
< 286h/286H 66v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This dark tunnel continues to wind through the troglodyte cave complex.
The floor is rough and covered with small chips of stone. The chips appear to
have come from a recent leveling of the right hand wall. The cold stone is
hard and unyielding, never changing, never evolving, always the exact same as
the day before, the year before, the millenia before. The air here is stale
and quite unpleasant, filled with the scents of decay. The troglodyte race is
firmly entrenched in this cave complex, as at home here in the dark as any race
of elf is to nature. The hard nature of the troglodyte race makes the life
they live in these tunnels as easy and natural as possible. One may travel
further in this cave complex by going west or south from this point.
Obvious exits: -South -West
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte assassin is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 65v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 65v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This rather large room is actually a naturally formed pocket in the deep
troglodyte cave system. The cavern is as large as a domed cathedral, the
ceiling rising several hundred feet above the smooth cavern floor. The walls
of this cavern are quite rough and uneven, with various small ledges criss-
crossing the face of the walls. The floor is comprised of a very rough black
rock, most likely some sort of lava based material. The air here is putrid and
filled with the disgusting smells of raw sewage. There is a large moat like
hole near the wall to the north. The hole in the floor is unprotected and
unguarded with any security railings or safety devices. The hole is filled
with water and filth, appearing to be some sort of latrine or sewage dump for
the troglodyte peoples refuse. One may travel down into the sludge or east
out of this cavern.
Obvious exits: -East -Down
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
[2] The corpse of a troglodyte sentinel is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 64v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 64v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves Filled With Water
This tight passageway is filled with the filth and remains of the creatures
that live in these caverns. The water is murky and quite cold. The water is
stagnant and does not move, allowing the filth and murk to settle to the bottom
of the passage. The troglodyte people have no other way to dispose of their
waste, so this passage is filled with their filth. The tunnel is completely
filled with the murky water, and no air is available above, below or on the
sides. There are also bones and skulls, some submerged in the filthy sediment
on the bottom, some floating, susupended in the liquid. The walls here are
rough and uneven, but without any outlet or escape route for the water that
has accumulated here. One may travel north further through the murky tunnel
or up out of this mess.
Obvious exits: -North -Up
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
An ice elemental enters from above.
< 286h/286H 63v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves Filled With Water
This section of the troglodyte caves is half filled with water. The black
water is very near freezing temperature in a normal setting, but this far below
the surface the water has different properties. The amount of salt and mineral
content in the water makes its freezing point much lower than surface water.
The tunnel here is tight and hard to maneuver in, made even more difficult by
the amount of water resting on the floor. The air here is very cold and hard
to breath. The water itself is very dirty, filled with the disgusting leavings
of the troglodyte people. Essentially this water filled tunnel is one large,
community latrine. The creatures that dwell here have to dispose of their
waste somewhere. One may travel up or south from this point in the caves of
the troglodytes.
Obvious exits: -South -Up
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
An ice elemental enters from the south.
< 286h/286H 63v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 63v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue here near the disgusting cess pool. The
cess pool is a water filled chamber filled with water and filth. The ground
here is damp and this landing above the cess pool is prone to mildew. The
ceiling here rises high up, almost out of the range of normal vision. The cave
ceiling is covered with long and jagged stalactites, silent guardians ever
vigilant over the night that never ends. This room is rather large and spreads
out to like an "L". The northern wall is covered with various glyphs and crude
troglodyte signs, written in their primative language. The western wall is
rather plain, yet smooth, as if a stone mason worked hard to make the wall
completely flat. A slight breeze seems to waft from the western wall, which is
odd since no holes or vents are visible. To the east, a tight tunnel winds
into the stone, a side tunnel it would seem. Below is the cess pool, a watery
tunnel leading back into the troglodyte cave complex.
Obvious exits: -East -West -Down
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
An ice elemental enters from below.
< 286h/286H 62v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark tunnel continues to wind through the black rock here. The cold
and stale air doesn't move, an unchanging and constant odor in the darkness.
The troglodyte caves are a harsh environment, filled with constant danger,
impending doom, and lurking evils. The deadly creatures that live in these
dark tunnels are hunters of the night, and are quite proficient in warfare.
The tunnel floor is rough and uneven, littered with many small bones and pieces
of rotten flesh. The walls here are filled with shadowy alcoves, providing
hiding and ambush places ideal for this dark cave system. The troglodyte race
is a rare and infrequent visitor to the surface of this realm, yet those of the
surface world are never seen this far into the troglodyte complex. One may
travel further in this cave system by traveling east or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -West
The corpse of a troglodyte assassin is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
A battered human corpse hangs here from a barbed hook.
A troglodyte female wanders around snarling.
A troglodyte assassin sneaks through the tunnels here.
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 61v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
This tunnel bends here as it twists through the black rock of the troglodyte
cave system. The walls here are in the natural condition, but the floor has
had some recent stone work done to it. The floor is pretty level and is easy
to talk upon. The troglodyte cave system continues here as it winds further
and further into the ground, and at this point is several hundred feet below
the surface. The air here is stale and old as no wind has reached these deep
tunnels. The troglodyte warriors that inhabit this cave complex are a fearsome
race of killers. The legend of the troglodyte race is told at campfires and
to scare children. The reality of this situation is scarier than any possible
legend or story could ever be. This tunnel turns here and leads into a large
room to the north. One may travel back to the west or north from this point in
the cave system.
Obvious exits: -North -West
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
A troglodyte berserker charges through the tunnels here.
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 60v/114V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A troglodyte assassin who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte female who is close by to your north.
A purple worm who is close by to your north.
A huge cave spider who is close by to your north.
A huge cave spider who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte princess who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte female who is close by to your west.
A troglodyte assassin who is close by to your west.
< 286h/286H 61v/114V Pos: standing >
You quickly scan the area.
A troglodyte assassin who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte female who is close by to your north.
A purple worm who is close by to your north.
A huge cave spider who is close by to your north.
A huge cave spider who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte princess who is close by to your north.
A troglodyte female who is close by to your west.
A troglodyte assassin who is close by to your west.
< 286h/286H 61v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark tunnel continues to wind through the black rock here. The cold
and stale air doesn't move, an unchanging and constant odor in the darkness.
The troglodyte caves are a harsh environment, filled with constant danger,
impending doom, and lurking evils. The deadly creatures that live in these
dark tunnels are hunters of the night, and are quite proficient in warfare.
The tunnel floor is rough and uneven, littered with many small bones and pieces
of rotten flesh. The walls here are filled with shadowy alcoves, providing
hiding and ambush places ideal for this dark cave system. The troglodyte race
is a rare and infrequent visitor to the surface of this realm, yet those of the
surface world are never seen this far into the troglodyte complex. One may
travel further in this cave system by traveling east or west from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -West
The corpse of a troglodyte assassin is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte berserker is lying here.
The corpse of a troglodyte male is lying here.
A battered human corpse hangs here from a barbed hook.
A troglodyte female wanders around snarling.
A troglodyte assassin sneaks through the tunnels here.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 60v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue here near the disgusting cess pool. The
cess pool is a water filled chamber filled with water and filth. The ground
here is damp and this landing above the cess pool is prone to mildew. The
ceiling here rises high up, almost out of the range of normal vision. The cave
ceiling is covered with long and jagged stalactites, silent guardians ever
vigilant over the night that never ends. This room is rather large and spreads
out to like an "L". The northern wall is covered with various glyphs and crude
troglodyte signs, written in their primative language. The western wall is
rather plain, yet smooth, as if a stone mason worked hard to make the wall
completely flat. A slight breeze seems to waft from the western wall, which is
odd since no holes or vents are visible. To the east, a tight tunnel winds
into the stone, a side tunnel it would seem. Below is the cess pool, a watery
tunnel leading back into the troglodyte cave complex.
Obvious exits: -East -West -Down
A few drops of fresh blood are scattered around the area.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 58v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Hidden Passage of the Troglodyte Caves
This narrow landing is the beginning of a highly secret and closely
guarded area within the troglodyte cave complex. The narrow stone platform is
not a naturally formed prepice. There is a long and winding set of stairs that
leads down into a lower level of the troglodyte cave complex connected to the
landing. The air here is calm and undisturbed, smelling musty and stale. The
ceiling of this small room is many yards above, beyond the range of torches or
other forms of man-made light. This room is the entrance to a highly guarded
series of tunnels, although the immediate purpose is not readily evident. The
tunnel here is not the naturally forming and twisting tunnels of the previous
tunnels in this system. These walls are smooth and worked with fine masonry
and stone working tools. This is the entrance to the lowest layer of the cave
complex. One may travel down further or east from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -Down
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 57v/114V Pos: standing >
Alas, you cannot go that way. . . .
< 286h/286H 57v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue here as they wind further and further from
the warm light of the outside world. The cold stone here is as black as a dark
nightmare. The walls and floor have been slightly altered by the stone workers
to level out and smooth them. The ceiling remains in its natural state with
tiny stalactites protruding downward like sharp fangs. The floor is littered
with various sizes of bones, most of which appear to be rather small. The
troglodyte people are the most feared creatures of the deep for the human
populations surrounding this area. The troglodyte raids of human villages is
as legendary as it is always imminent. The tunnel here continues to wind
through the narrow tunnels. The darkness is complete and quite difficult to
pierce with even the strongest of magical lights. The tunnel continues to the
west or up via the stone stairway.
Obvious exits: -West -Up
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
A Gnome (small) Legionary of The Empire stands in mid-air here.
A Gnome (small) stands in mid-air here.
A troglodyte female prowls through the caves here.
An ice elemental enters from above.
A Gnome leaves up.
A Gnome floats up.
< 286h/286H 56v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The dark and gloomy caves of the troglodyte people continue here as they
wind through the cold stone. The stone here seems to vibrate, almost hum as
deep underground forces make such movement possible. There are large cracks
and holes in the stone walls and floor, most likely ancient as a great amount
of dust is visible in some of the holes. There are several dark recesses in
the walls, places perfect for ambush or hiding. There are footprints in the
dust, in fact a good deal of traffic is evident in this dusty tunnel. The air
is stale and not very fresh, but as compared to some of the previous tunnels
toward the entrance of the cave, this troglodyte tunnel is a flowerbed. The
floor is covered with small bone fragments and food scraps, leavings of the
troglodyte warriors that frequent this tunnel system. One may travel east or
north from this point in the troglodyte caverns.
Obvious exits: -North -East
Fresh blood covers everything in the area.
A troglodyte female prowls through the caves here.
An ice elemental enters from the east.
< 286h/286H 54v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Troglodyte Caves
The troglodyte caves continue here as they wind further and further from
the warm light of the outside world. The cold stone here is as black as a dark
nightmare. The walls and floor have been slightly altered by the stone workers
to level out and smooth them. The ceiling remains in its natural state with
tiny stalactites protruding downward like sharp fangs. The floor is littered
with various sizes of bones, most of which appear to be rather small. The
troglodyte people are the most feared creatures of the deep for the human
populations surrounding this area. The troglodyte raids of human villages is
as legendary as it is always imminent. The tunnel here continues to wind
through the narrow tunnels. The darkness is complete and quite difficult to
pierce with even the strongest of magical lights. The tunnel continues to the
west or up via the stone stairway.
Obvious exits: -West -Up
Puddles of fresh blood cover the ground.
A troglodyte female prowls through the caves here.
An ice elemental enters from the west.
< 286h/286H 53v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dark Hidden Passage of the Troglodyte Caves
This narrow landing is the beginning of a highly secret and closely
guarded area within the troglodyte cave complex. The narrow stone platform is
not a naturally formed prepice. There is a long and winding set of stairs that
leads down into a lower level of the troglodyte cave complex connected to the
landing. The air here is calm and undisturbed, smelling musty and stale. The
ceiling of this small room is many yards above, beyond the range of torches or
other forms of man-made light. This room is the entrance to a highly guarded
series of tunnels, although the immediate purpose is not readily evident. The
tunnel here is not the naturally forming and twisting tunnels of the previous
tunnels in this system. These walls are smooth and worked with fine masonry
and stone working tools. This is the entrance to the lowest layer of the cave
complex. One may travel down further or east from this point.
Obvious exits: -East -Down
Fresh blood splatters cover the area.
The corpse of a troglodyte female is lying here.
An ice elemental enters from below.
< 286h/286H 51v/114V Pos: standing >
In the Dar