Winds pick up to a furious pace for a moment as Darkwood materializes with a body of a fallen warrior and makes his way to Castle Balkra. The Gates of Castle Balkra A stone road leads to the massive structure of Castle Balkra. The giagantic iron gates which lock the outer keep are swung wide open. The hardened stone walls of the castle loom about three to four stories. Battle runes and mottos are inscribed within the front stone walls. From this spot four large towers can be seen jutting out of the four corners of the castle. On each tower a Crusader banner whips in the winds. The stone blocks forming the thick structure of the outer castle gleam white in either sunlight or moonlight. Caught up in the awe of this castle you almost overlook the Samurai eyeing you before the gates. If you're an intruder your awakening is a rude one as he delivers a devastating assualt. [Exits: east west] A wounded samurai in battlearmor guards the Crusader castle. Players near you: Hieromen The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades Nixalis The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades Joja The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades Darkwood The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades The Halls of Memory You stand in a grand open space just inside the keep of the castle. The ceiling arches overhead, forming a large dome of stone which travels a long ways into the Keep. The walls and the floors ae cut from the finest grade of stone. The placement of each stone is with near perfection, impressing anyone with the knowledge of architecture. Numerous pictures of famed battles entirely cover the walls and ceilings and infamous Crusader legends adorn the hall in the form of lifelike marble statues. The glory of the past thrives with life as one walks the halls of memories. [Exits: east west] The Halls of Memory Any sound created in this hall echoes down the large stretch of the stone domed ceiling. The finely polished stones that make up the walls and floor are scattered with works of art. Paintings display the tales of Crusader immortals. Scenes of great battles between the Crusader gods and their divine enemies jump out in vivid colors and detail. A feeling of awesome power entirely foreign to mortal experience surges though many of the works of art. Large marble statues representing the titans themselves line the long stone hall. The mere act of traveling past the statues evokes an overwhelming sense of awe. [Exits: east west] The Inner Keep This is the heart of the Castle Balkra. The massive stone ceiling of the inner keep arches overhead. Oversized Roman arches are formed from large granite stones, allowing entrance or exit in all the cardinal directions. Suits of various armors decorate this well traveled hall at various spots. The grey stone floor is polished to a near mirror shine. [Exits: north east south west] Foyer to the Altar Room The Roman arches continue from the Inner Keep, gracefully overlooking this quiet spot. The granite floor below has been polished to near mirror shine. Suits of armor decorate the north and south walls, and in between those suits a colorful shield representing a family which has given several generations of honorable warriors to the service of the Crusade. They are colorful, but most are badly dented and one shows signs of scorching. [Exits: east west] The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades You stand in the most sacred room in Castle Balkra. The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades sits forth in the middle of the room. Marble stairs form a circular island of stone in which a spartan block of granite rests. Inside the altar lies the War Gauntlet which is guarded day and night by the Wise one. It is rumored that to touch the Gauntlet of War with an unpure warrior's soul is to incure the wrath of the gods of war. Beautiful large rectangular stained glass windows display scenes of warriors cutting down vile magicians practicing their twisted arts. As the day matures, sunlight passes through the stained glass showering the altar with a rainbow of colors. Crusaders feel an inner sense of devotion while those whom are consumed by mortal magics feel repelled while near this holy altar. [Exits: west] A natural spring flows from the ground here. Jord lies in peace on a large battleshield with his hands folded. An altar stands here, constructed of granite. (ANC_MARKED) Nixalis, Prophet of Honor, Envoy of the Crusade is here. (Golden Aura) Hieromen the Greater Dragon Slayer is here. A towering giant gazes down as a cyclone spins foliage around him. (ANC_MARKED) Joja the Lady of the Forest is here. (Translucent) A stone statue of a wise warrior stands by the altar. Nixalis bows before you. Darkwood pats you patronizingly on your head. Nixalis says ' Greetins Vorthin ' Hieromen gallantly tips her hat to you. Vorthin sniffs the air and wriggles his nose. Joja smiles at you. Hieromen makes some soft grunting noises. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Hieromen lets out a blood freezing warcry! Vorthin looks at the body of Jord. The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades You stand in the most sacred room in Castle Balkra. The Altar of The Never Ending Crusades sits forth in the middle of the room. Marble stairs form a circular island of stone in which a spartan block of granite rests. Inside the altar lies the War Gauntlet which is guarded day and night by the Wise one. It is rumored that to touch the Gauntlet of War with an unpure warrior's soul is to incure the wrath of the gods of war. Beautiful large rectangular stained glass windows display scenes of warriors cutting down vile magicians practicing their twisted arts. As the day matures, sunlight passes through the stained glass showering the altar with a rainbow of colors. Crusaders feel an inner sense of devotion while those whom are consumed by mortal magics feel repelled while near this holy altar. [Exits: west] A natural spring flows from the ground here. Jord lies in peace on a large battleshield with his hands folded. An altar stands here, constructed of granite. (ANC_MARKED) Nixalis, Prophet of Honor, Envoy of the Crusade is here. (Golden Aura) Hieromen the Greater Dragon Slayer is here. A towering giant gazes down as a cyclone spins foliage around him. (ANC_MARKED) Joja the Lady of the Forest is here. (Translucent) A stone statue of a wise warrior stands by the altar. Vorthin hops to the resting body and taps at one of the ankles. Nixalis puts a blueberry danish in a warrior's beltsack. Darkwood says ' it seems the few dedicated are leaving this world ' You say ' Squeak? ' Nixalis says ' He's gone from this realm Vorthin. ' Joja lets out a blood freezing warcry! Joja lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Joja wipes the foam from her mouth and with a flick of her wrist, sends it to the ground where it evaporates. Joja reaches out and scratches Vorthin behind the ears. Nixalis says ' He has passed to other realms to carry on the battles in the name of Honor an' Purity. ' Vorthin sniffs at the body and pats at the ankle a few times quickly. Sabre arrives from a puff of smoke. Darkwood says ' no magic ' Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Darkwood says ' and do not wander Sabre ' Sabre agrees absolutely. Sabre bows before Darkwood. Joja looks at Sabre. Hieromen gallantly tips her hat to Sabre. Nixalis nods at Sabre. Sabre beams a smile at Hieromen. Joja nods at Sabre. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Hieromen looks at Sabre. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Nixalis looks at Sabre. Sabre looks at Hieromen. Vorthin hops to Nixalis and taps his ankle. Nixalis pats you patronizingly on your head. You say ' Squeak. ' Nixalis smiles at you. Vorthin rubs his little furry bunny head against Nixalis' ankle. Nixalis scratches Vorthin behind his ears. Vorthin settles down, resting on Nixalis' left foot. Nixalis focuses on protecting himself from the taint of magic. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Hieromen smiles warily down at Vorthin. Joja looks at you. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. bells toll in many cities warriors from many lands can be seen making their way to the Crusader castle. Hieromen gives you a blueberry danish. Hieromen smiles at you. Hieromen drinks water from a natural spring. Hieromen drinks water from a natural spring. You eat a blueberry danish. Sabre looks at you. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Before you stands a gnome of only 3 foot. Although gnomes are small the one in front of you does not seem to think of this as a weakness at all - the stare this gnome can give is enough to perturb any of height larger than his. This gnome has short dark hair which stays back as if slicked to his head. While his physique is that of a wiry gnome large muscles are visible on his upper arms and legs. His face is perfectly clean and shaven - not a single blemish is visible. His eyes are tranquil and green as if a great peace rests withing the soul of this small monk. This monk nearly always has a happy smile on his face. Sabre is in perfect condition. Sabre is using: <worn on finger> a smooth-steel ring <worn on finger> a smooth-steel ring <worn around neck> (Glowing) an ebony amulet <worn around neck> (Glowing) an ebony amulet <worn on torso> an embroidered robe <worn on head> wild flowers <worn on body> Some fine robes <worn on waist> (Glowing) Brown Belt of the Tiger <worn around wrist> (Blue Aura) (Glowing) a strong iron bracer <worn around wrist> (Blue Aura) (Glowing) a strong iron bracer

Proud and elegant Hieromen stands before you, her dappled flanks of grey shimmering in the light. With the sound of distant thunder her large wicked hooves leave deep gouges in the earth as she paws the ground nervously. Lithe and graceful, each movement of her power form is like a orchestra of muscles, the leather of her armor stretches taunt across her large frame. Swept back from her face, her wild, snowy tresses cascade down her back in rivulet of ivory ringlets. Nearly lost beneath the swirl of exquisite tribal ink work her face has an oddly appealing cast about it. Like twin pools of bright, amber her large, slanted eyes are slightly wide-set. Wedged shape and somewhat flat her nose seems to have been broken once in her youth. High delicate cheek bones and full sensual, lips grant her features a strange farie air. Brushed to a silky sheen and left lose to trail the ground her tail mimics the same snowy beauty as her mane. Pale as the silvery moon, she towers half woman, half mare, hands taller than most fully grown men. Hieromen Tarraxippus, Lady Knight of the Sword Tattooed upon her right arm is the mark of the Dagger, her status within the Eternal Crusade. Hieromen is in perfect condition. Hieromen is using: <worn on finger> Ring of Focus <worn on finger> (Magical) Lancelot's Signet Ring <worn around neck> a light elven cloak <worn on torso> A blue hemp Shitagi <worn on head> (Magical) a helm made from a dragonskull <worn on legs> hard chitinous legplates <worn on feet> (M) (Magical) the Hi-Kane-Do battle boots <worn on hands> (L) a pair of falconer's gloves <worn on arms> (M) (Humming) the armguards of strength <worn on body> a poncho from the carcass of A heat elemental <worn on waist> a belt made of dragon nail links <worn around wrist> (Blue Aura) (Glowing) a strong iron bracer <worn around wrist> (Blue Aura) (Glowing) a strong iron bracer <wielded> (M) (Magical) (Glowing) the deadeye sword <dual wielded> (M) (Magical) a long staff Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gives a blueberry danish to Sabre. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Those that wish to attend the funeral of Jord send prayer to Darkwood, no magic is to be used, and no wandering the castle, all must show their respects Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Nixalis says ' I shall return in a moment ' Vorthin looks after where Nixalis went, suddenly without a place to sit. Hieromen tentatively reachs down and scratches Vorthin on the ears. Nixalis bows his head slightly in response. Nixalis arches a single eyebrow slightly. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Vorthin settles down by Hieromen. Sabre slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Hieromen must like you a great deal to beam at you so broadly! Nixalis gives you a steak of Nixalis. Nixalis winks at you. You eat a steak of Nixalis. Nobley arrives from a puff of smoke. Hieromen gets a bottle of rum from a leather backpack. Hieromen gives you a bottle of rum. Hieromen chuckles politely. Nobley looks at Nixalis. Nobley snickers softly. Vorthin hops to Nixalis and settles down on Nixalis' left foot. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Nixalis says ' Do not wander Nobley. ' Nixalis says ' Ye will not leave this room. ' Nobley nods. those who wish to pay their last respects to Jord send prayer to Darkwood Joja looks at Nobley. Nobley says ' I am not stupid ' Nobley cry's on Jord's shoulder Sabre looks at Nobley. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Nixalis thinks about a mage wandering about the Castle Balkra. Icoris arrives from a puff of smoke. Icoris says ' ??? ' Hieromen looks at Nobley. Drazhar arrives from a puff of smoke. Joja looks at Icoris. Drazhar bows deeply. Nixalis looks at Icoris. Flowers begin to wilt from Nobley's mere presence. Sabre looks at Icoris. Drazhar beams a smile at Darkwood. Nixalis says ' None of ye will leave this room. Ye are not here to wander about the Castle. ' Joja looks at Drazhar. Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Drazhar says ' Thank ye, Lord. ' Icoris stands up. Nobley says ' I am here to show respect for Jord ' Drazhar says ' As ye wish. ' Nixalis nods. Drazhar sits down and rests. Nobley snickers softly. Hieromen sighs. Nobley sits down and rests. Icoris bursts into tears. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Icoris bursts into tears. Icoris sniffs sadly. Karamurat arrives from a puff of smoke. Nobley snickers softly. Karamurat bows deeply. Nixalis bows his head slightly in response. Nobley looks at Karamurat. Icoris steps out of the shadows. Icoris says ' Nobley stop being mean ' Joja nods. Karamurat slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Nixalis begins a rhythmic, mystical chant. Nobley says ' What did I do? ' Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Hieromen frowns. Rihasixis yells ' I'm going to beat the magics slap off this helm, and it's going to like it! ' Icoris looks at Karamurat. Drazhar pats you patronizingly on your head. Nobley yells ' No it wont. ' Icoris looks at the Wise One. Hieromen frowns at what Nobley did. Icoris frowns at what Nobley did. Karamurat kneels before Jord and utters a prayer. Drazhar stands up.

Sleek in form and moving ever so gracefully, the gnome standing before you looks very vigilant. With well sculptured muscles and glisting sweat dripping off his body, his body is a fine tuned machine. Wearing no hair, his shaven head reflects the light. You also see the small emblem of a crane on his left shoulder. His eyes glitter with powerful emotions, and his face strong with commitment and honor. Drazhar is in perfect condition. Drazhar is using: <worn on finger> (Magical) a seashell ring <worn around neck> (Glowing) an ebony amulet <worn around neck> (Glowing) an ebony amulet <worn on body> a Big Ol'Pack Sack <worn on waist> (Glowing) Blue Belt of the Crane <worn around wrist> a steel bracer Darkwood says ' be respectful Nobley ' Nobley nods. Drazhar slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Nobley bows his head in respect Rihasixis yells ' burn baby burn! nothing like beating on a rough piece of metal.. yeah, take that you dirty little ore! ' Icoris bows before jord. Sabre eats Griff's Roast Duck. Sabre eats Griff's Roast Duck. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Karamurat rests and begins to meditate... he chants softly to himself. Drazhar sits down and rests. Drazhar kneels and begins to silently meditate. Icoris looks at Nobley in disgust. Nobley stands up. Icoris bows before Darkwood. Nobley utters the words, 'olgabar'. Nixalis growls. Nixalis says ' NOBLEY! ' Joja mutters something quietly to herself. A bolt from the heavens smites Nobley! Drazhar beams a smile at Sabre. Nobley says ' sorry ' Sabre takes Jord's hand and bow before him. A flame grows from the ground and Xeonauz steps forth. Hieromen growls at Nobley. Xeonauz cloaks his presence. Xeonauz slowly fades into existence. Drazhar looks at Sabre. You growl at Nobley. Drazhar smiles happily. Icoris steps out of the shadows. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. You growl at Xeonauz. Hieromen bows before Xeonauz. Darkwood says ' Nobley your next warning comes in the form of seperation of body and spirit... ' Xeonauz says ' Everyone can relax.... I am here. ' Nobley nods. Drazhar says ' Ah! Good to see ye, brother Sabre. ' Xeonauz nods at Hieromen. Icoris looks at Nobley. Darkwood says ' Xeonauz you may leave ' Drazhar looks at Xeonauz. Xeonauz raises an eyebrow at Darkwood. Sabre beams a smile at Drazhar. Darkwood says ' your disrespect will be repaid still ' Nixalis focuses on protecting himself from the taint of magic. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Joja lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Joja wipes the foam from her mouth and with a flick of her wrist, sends it to the ground where it evaporates. Icoris bursts into tears. Xeonauz says ' You won't give me a chance to make amends here? ' Icoris sniffs sadly. Darkwood says ' do not force me to make it premature ' Drazhar stands up. Darkwood says ' in due time, with blood ' Icoris looks at Xeonauz. Icoris looks at Darkwood. Xeonauz says ' Aw come now... be civilized for once. ' You growl at Xeonauz. Darkwood says ' I ask no longer ' Hieromen winces in agony. Icoris looks at you. Karamurat raises an eyebrow. Icoris looks at you. Xeonauz rolls his eyes, disgusted. Icoris looks at Karamurat. Hieromen frowns thoughtfully. Deeps within the shadows you may find a Draconian of great strength and knowledge. A Draconian who is a master of the shadow arts or Thera. You can feel the drive and determintation of this Nightwalker to be the most powerful and feared in the land, yet only striving for respect by his peers. He is a tall Draco, much taller than most, standing almost six feet in height. His eyes are blue with black slits. Scales of crimson with a dull luster adorn his body. He seems strong and overconfident about himself. Perhaps this is a flaw, or perhaps this is greatest attribute. He plays with shadowlight in his talons as if it's a toy, molding it into whatever shape he wishes. Several broadswords rest upon his back, showing his love for large heavy swords. He is the Overlord of the Knights of Legion, the Knighthood of the Empire. Hand picked by Lord Styx to rule His empire, he works to join Thera into a union, his union. Xeonauz is in perfect condition. Xeonauz is using: <worn on finger> the ring of Varda <worn on finger> the ring of Feanor <worn around neck> a collar of Draconian power <worn around neck> a amulet of divine protection <worn on torso> a large adamantite breastplate <worn on head> an adamantite helm <worn on legs> a pair of adamantite leggings <worn on feet> a pair of adamantite boots <worn on hands> a pair of adamantite gauntlets <worn on arms> a pair of adamantite armplates <worn on body> a brown robe weaved of fine elven hair <worn on waist> an belt of adamantite chain <worn around wrist> the bracer of Draconian wisdom <worn around wrist> the bracer of Draconian supremacy <wielded> a huge broadsword named 'Annihilation' <dual wielded> an osafune katana named 'Warlord' <branded> (Glowing) a sword wrapped in flames Xeonauz says ' Find, have your petty funeral without me. ' Xeonauz growls. Xeonauz shatters into a million pieces, and dissipates into nothingness. Sabre sniffs sadly. Hieromen sighs. Drazhar mutters something quietly to himself. Darkwood glares icily around him. Hieromen bows before Darkwood. Nobley looks at Sabre. Hieromen says ' I apologize Sir.... fer his..rude behavior.. ' Joja sighs. Nobley waits patiently. Nobley looks at Joja. Sabre slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Joja looks at Nobley. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Icoris says ' well I must depart I am very upset but I still must leave if you could be so kind as to send me back sir ' Icoris looks at Darkwood. Icoris bows before Darkwood. Icoris disappears in a mushroom cloud. Magic can once again be cast here. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Drazhar begins a rhythmic, mystical chant. Nobley says ' Can I recal, I must part, sorry that I cant stay to show respect ' Nobley says ' can ye send me back to mist? ' Nobley drinks water from a natural spring. Nobley disappears in a mushroom cloud. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Hieromen lets out a blood freezing warcry! Karamurat gets a foaming mug of ale from a leather backpack. Karamurat says ' I drink to the victories of Jord. ' Sabre begins a rhythmic, mystical chant. Karamurat drinks ale from a foaming mug of ale. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. A strong gust of wind howls from the west blowing the bits of sands upwards, carrying Darkwood to the heavens. Joja peers around her. Nixalis says ' Please be patient all... ' Nixalis says ' We shall begin shortly. ' Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Karamurat puts a foaming mug of ale in a leather backpack. A strong gust of wind blows from the east carrying bits of sand which stack to form Darkwood. Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Vorthin stands and hops toward Joja, sitting on her right boot. Hieromen touches her forehead with the tips of her fingers, then her lips, as she bows gracefully. Last call anyone who wants to attend Jord's funeral pray to Darkwood Joja reaches down and scratches Vorthin behind the ears. The funeral is about to begin Nate arrives from a puff of smoke. Nate bows deeply. Nixalis bows his head slightly in response. Vorthin rubs his little soft furry bunny head against Joja's ankle. Nate says ' greetings ' Radik arrives from a puff of smoke. Tara arrives from a puff of smoke. Joja nods at Nate.

Tara says ' hi ' Joja eats a blueberry danish. Nate sits down on the ground. Joja eats a good berry. Sabre looks at Tara. Nixalis nods. Joja's skin slowly becomes covered in bark. Darkwood nods. Nixalis says ' Do not wander....an' use no magic. ' Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Sabre drinks water from a natural spring. Radik nods. Nixalis moves to take a place beside the body of Jord. Malistien looks at Radik. Tara looks at Joja. Nixalis eats a cured ham. Nixalis lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Joja looks at Tara. Nixalis says ' My Lord Darkwood, Vorthin, Soldiers of the Clan an' various others. ' Hieromen goes to stand beside Joja and slightly behind. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Tara kisses Jord on the cheek Nixalis says ' We have been brought here because of the passin of a warrior. ' Nixalis focuses on protecting himself from the taint of magic. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Sabre slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Joja drinks water from a natural spring. Joja drinks water from a natural spring. Nixalis says ' Jord was what a Soldier of the Clan should be....he was dedicated, true to the cause, an' he transcended the barriers that many would have placed before him. ' Radik nods. Radik drinks water from a natural spring. Radik looks at Sabre. Nixalis slowly draws an ivory-hilted steel longsword from its sheath. Nixalis kneels to place the sword beside Jord. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Radik looks at Joja. Joja stops using A silver-plated steel halberd. Joja stops using the deadeye sword. Tara peers intently south. Joja looks at Radik. Nixalis says ' There is so much that can be said of Jord....but what stands out the most in my mind, and that which can truely say the most about him is this. ' Darkwood cracks his knuckles and folds his hands. Drazhar drinks water from a natural spring. Drazhar drinks water from a natural spring. Tara looks at Darkwood. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Laren arrives from a puff of smoke. Radik looks at Drazhar. Nixalis says ' Near the end of his days Jord was beginning an effort to bring those of the lands who are placed behind those barriers I mentioned together. Jord sought to teach others not only of the purity an' strength of our cause but also that they were better tha ' Nixalis says ' better than what others thought about them. To Jord it was the people of Thera whom he sought to aid. He was always tryin to make the world a better place. ' Sabre nods sagely. Joja lets out a blood freezing warcry! Radik nods sagely. Vorthin waggles his ears and wrinkles his nose, sniffing the air. Nixalis reaches out to place a firm hand upon Jord's shoulder. Tara looks at you. Radik looks at Nate. Laren glances at Nate. Before you is a beautiful ethereal named Tara.Her eyes apear soft with thoughts. Her touch to your skin makes you want me to be yours. Her height is 5'4.She is elegant, Sweet, and strong. She has a scar on her right eye from a dark black roses thorn. And she is real lonely from something no one knows why. Tara is in perfect condition. Tara is using: <worn on finger> (Magical) a small emerald ring <worn around neck> a light elven cloak <worn around neck> (Blue Aura) (Magical) a white cloak <worn on torso> (Blue Aura) (Glowing) A suit of blue-grey mithril chainmail <worn on head> (Blue Aura) a mithril helmet <worn on legs> (Blue Aura) some mithril leggings <worn on feet> (Blue Aura) a set of mithril boots <worn on hands> a pair of chain mail gauntlets <worn on arms> (Blue Aura) Armguards of the White Rose <worn around wrist> (Magical) an onyx bracelet <wielded> (Blue Aura) a mithril shortsword <held> (Magical) a wand of recall Laren glances at Radik. Nixalis says ' Farewell brother. Ye were born into the world, an now ye leave it in the natural cycle. Yer Honor an' wisdom will be missed in the days ahead. ' Joja lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Joja wipes the foam from her mouth and with a flick of her wrist, sends it to the ground where it evaporates. Radik comforts Joja. Nixalis says ' Lord Darkwood....will ye share some words about yer faithful Jord? ' Nixalis drinks water from a natural spring. Sabre sniffs sadly. Radik looks at Tara. Radik comforts Sabre. Darkwood nods. Darkwood says ' Jord was bright for a giant ' Radik looks at Karamurat. Darkwood says ' though not a genius ' Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Radik grins. Tara utters the words, 'olgabar'. Nixalis growls at Tara. Tara utters the words, 'olgabar'. Nixalis says ' TARA! ' A bolt from the heavens smites Tara! Laren looks at Tara. Nixalis says ' YE GO TO FAR! ' Sabre growls. Joja frowns at what Tara did. Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Nixalis says ' My apologies for the interuption Lord. ' Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Hieromen narrows her eyes at Tara. Radik looks at Nixalis. Darkwood says ' Jord put his get faith to scroll to spread forth my faith so that others may share our path ' Radik looks at Hieromen. Darkwood says ' he was a true warrior, odds stopped him not, he fought with true Honor ' Laren looks at Hieromen. Darkwood says ' Jord gave all his heart and that is all that can be asked ' Darkwood says ' now I shall reward him in the afterlife ' Radik smiles happily. Joja beams a smile at Darkwood. Laren slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Nixalis nods sagely. Hieromen nods slightly and smiles. Darkwood touches Jord's corpse for a moment it glows green for a few moments and a smile forms on his dead face. Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Karamurat bows before Darkwood. Radik looks at Laren. Hieromen drinks water from a natural spring. Nixalis says ' Thank ye for yer words Lord. ' Nixalis says ' Joja, Broadsword of the Clan, will ye speak of he who led ye? ' Nate eats Griff's Roast Duck. Joja nods. Joja says ' The first time I heard of Jord's accomplishments wast when I read his book. ' Joja says ' It wast a fine book, and it taught me much of my Lord's religion, but it also taught me that Jord wast a giant who pushed the limits. ' Drazhar disappears in a mushroom cloud. Nixalis focuses on protecting himself from the taint of magic. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Joja says ' He pushed the limits of what e'eryone thought he wast capable of, and made a lie of the words coming from the Empire to enslave a goodly portion of the population. ' Joja says ' Some elves push not the limits as well or with as much grace as Jord didst. ' Radik nods in enthusiastic agreement with Joja. Joja looks at Jord's resting body. Joja says ' Mayhap now thou understandest mine words, Jord: Honor and peace in thine heart. Farewell. ' Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Tara has slipped into unconsciousness. Nixalis nods. Karamurat gets fried fish from a leather backpack. Karamurat eats fried fish. Radik looks at Tara. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Nixalis crosses his arms and looks about the room slowly. Vorthin rubs his cute soft furry little bunny head against Joja's ankle. Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Darkwood nods.

Nixalis says ' Hieromen, Dagger of the Clan, would ye speak of he who led us? ' Hieromen nods. Hieromen says ' Long did I seek the Path of the Steel Clan, my eyes upon the stars within the heavens. ' Sabre disappears into the void. Rellion arrives from a puff of smoke. Rellion bows deeply. Radik bows before Rellion. Radik looks at Rellion. Hieromen says ' But Fate is a fickle Mistress, and my Path was long and winding. I have but one regret, that I was not fortunate enough to serve directly beneath such a fine Warrior. Truely Jord was a great man among his peers... ' Laren nods at Rellion. Hieromen says ' In a time when great men are fleeting, far and few between, I salute the memory of such as he. ' Radik looks at Nate. Hieromen places the tip of her sword upon the ground and bows low towards the fallen body of Jord. Nixalis nods. Nixalis steps forward once more to stand beside the body of Jord. Nixalis kneels slowly to place a shield beside the sword. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Nixalis says ' Jord was more than a blade. Jord sought to protect the people of the lands...from the dishonor of the forsaken, from the taint of mortal magics...an' e'en from themselves in some cases. ' Nixalis says ' I now call for ye all to bow yer heads in a moment of silence in honor of Jord. ' Nixalis bows his head low. Radik bows his head. Nixalis lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Laren bows his head. Rellion bows his head in reverance to the once mighty warrior. Joja bows her head respectfully. Karamurat bows his head low. Hieromen bows her head in respectful silence. Sabre bows in repect to Jord. Nate bows his head in respect. Vorthin lowers his furry bunny head toward Jord. Nixalis says ' Good bye brother. ' Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Darkwood gets Jord lies in peace on a large battleshield with his hands folded.. Nixalis says ' My Lord. I commend the body of my brother Jord to ye. ' Tara has regained consciousness. Darkwood says ' Jord will be set aflame when the world renews. ' Darkwood leaves west. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Hieromen sighs. Hieromen seems to glower and look deadly. Karamurat sighs. Hieromen lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Hieromen lets out a blood freezing warcry! Radik eats a fish stick. Radik eats a fish stick. Radik eats a fish stick. Joja eats a good berry. Joja eats a good berry. Joja drinks water from a natural spring. Radik says ' A fitting end to one who lit up so many peoples lives... ' Vorthin wriggles his nose and sniffs the air. Rellion says ' I offer up those gloves, as a small symbol of my respect and admiration of Jord. ' Sabre attempts to wipe his tears away, failing. Karamurat looks at you. Joja lets out a chilling battlecry and begins frothing at the mouth. Rellion begins a rhythmic, mystical chant. A strong gust of wind blows from the east carrying bits of sand which stack to form Darkwood. Joja wipes the foam from her mouth and with a flick of her wrist, sends it to the ground where it evaporates. Nixalis says ' The spirits of those who serve the Clan are sent to the heavens in the purifying flames. ' Nixalis gives an ivory-hilted steel longsword to Darkwood. Darkwood says ' he is placed by the gates until the burning ' Nixalis gives a reinforced steel buckler to Darkwood. Nixalis gives the Hi-Kane-Do battle gloves to Darkwood. Rellion peers up at the sky, biting his lip in contemplation. Hieromen gives a blueberry danish to Darkwood. Darkwood nods. Hieromen smiles shyly. Darkwood says ' I am off for battle ' Nixalis bows before Darkwood. Nixalis says ' Honor guide ye Lord. ' Rellion bows before Darkwood. Sabre bows before Darkwood. Laren drinks water from a natural spring. Darkwood says ' I've a few armies to perish ' Rellion hugs Nixalis. Joja focuses on protecting herself from the taint of magic. Rellion slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Laren slowly spreads his hands and a look of deadly concentration clouds his eyes. Joja beams a smile at Darkwood. Darkwood says ' may Honor guide you all ' Hieromen touches her forehead with the tips of her fingers, then her lips as she bows to Lord Darkwood. Rellion eats a bread. Rellion says ' And ye as well. ' Laren disappears in a mushroom cloud. Rellion disappears in a mushroom cloud. Nate disappears in a mushroom cloud. Radik nods. Sabre disappears in a mushroom cloud. Sabre has returned from the void. Radik smiles happily. Radik disappears in a mushroom cloud. Tara disappears in a mushroom cloud. Karamurat stops using wild flowers. Karamurat gives wild flowers to Darkwood. Karamurat disappears in a mushroom cloud. Nixalis focuses on protecting himself from the taint of magic. Joja seems to glower and look deadly. Nixalis begins a rhythmic, mystical chant. Sabre gets Griff's Roast Duck from a Big Ol'Pack Sack. Sabre gets Griff's Roast Duck from a Big Ol'Pack Sack. Darkwood looks at Sabre. Vorthin looks up at Joja and wriggles his nose, sniffing. Sabre eats Griff's Roast Duck. Sabre eats Griff's Roast Duck. Sabre bows before Darkwood. Darkwood looks at Sabre. Joja reaches down and scratches Vorthin behind the ears. Hieromen playfully tweaks Vorthin on the nose and scratches him on the top of his head. Nixalis arches a single eyebrow slightly. You say ' SQUEAK! ' Nixalis says ' Good way to lose a finger or five ' Hieromen chuckles politely. You growl at Hieromen. Nixalis says ' Those teeth ain't just for show. ' Hieromen pecks you on the cheek, how sweet! Sabre disappears in a mushroom cloud. Kug yells ' Chargem! ' Telchard yells ' darn it kug, stop spouting and bring me my ale, or I'm going to work you head into a fine shield! ' Gagglegrog yells ' oh oh! my thumb... can't worry got to work harder, faster, oh oh! shields, mail, swords, oh oh! ' Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gets a blueberry danish from a leather backpack. Hieromen gives you a blueberry danish. A strong gust of wind howls from the west blowing the bits of sands upwards, carrying Darkwood to the heavens. Nixalis eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen says ' Here you go little guy. ' Nixalis bows before you. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Hieromen eats a blueberry danish. Joja looks at you. Nixalis says ' Thank ye for comin Vorthin ' Hieromen gallantly tips her hat to you. You eat a blueberry danish. Nixalis seems to glower and look deadly. Vorthin rises and hops to Nixalis. Vorthin rubs his cute soft bunny head against Nixalis' ankle. Nixalis reaches down and scratches Vorthin's ears. Nixalis says ' I don't have much to say to ye both...so this will be short. ' Foyer to the Altar Room The Roman arches continue from the Inner Keep, gracefully overlooking this quiet spot. The granite floor below has been polished to near mirror shine. Suits of armor decorate the north and south walls, and in between those suits a colorful shield representing a family which has given several generations of honorable warriors to the service of the Crusade. They are colorful, but most are badly dented and one shows signs of scorching. [Exits: east west] The Inner Keep This is the heart of the Castle Balkra. The massive stone ceiling of the inner keep arches overhead. Oversized Roman arches are formed from large granite stones, allowing entrance or exit in all the cardinal directions. Suits of various armors decorate this well traveled hall at various spots. The grey stone floor is polished to a near mirror shine. [Exits: north east south west] The Halls of Memory Any sound created in this hall echoes down the large stretch of the stone domed ceiling. The finely polished stones that make up the walls and floor are scattered with works of art. Paintings display the tales of Crusader immortals. Scenes of great battles between the Crusader gods and their divine enemies jump out in vivid colors and detail. A feeling of awesome power entirely foreign to mortal experience surges though many of the works of art. Large marble statues representing the titans themselves line the long stone hall. The mere act of traveling past the statues evokes an overwhelming sense of awe. [Exits: east west] The Halls of Memory You stand in a grand open space just inside the keep of the castle. The ceiling arches overhead, forming a large dome of stone which travels a long ways into the Keep. The walls and the floors ae cut from the finest grade of stone. The placement of each stone is with near perfection, impressing anyone with the knowledge of architecture. Numerous pictures of famed battles entirely cover the walls and ceilings and infamous Crusader legends adorn the hall in the form of lifelike marble statues. The glory of the past thrives with life as one walks the halls of memories. [Exits: east west] The Gates of Castle Balkra A stone road leads to the massive structure of Castle Balkra. The giagantic iron gates which lock the outer keep are swung wide open. The hardened stone walls of the castle loom about three to four stories. Battle runes and mottos are inscribed within the front stone walls. From this spot four large towers can be seen jutting out of the four corners of the castle. On each tower a Crusader banner whips in the winds. The stone blocks forming the thick structure of the outer castle gleam white in either sunlight or moonlight. Caught up in the awe of this castle you almost overlook the Samurai eyeing you before the gates. If you're an intruder your awakening is a rude one as he delivers a devastating assualt. [Exits: east west] A wounded samurai in battlearmor guards the Crusader castle. On a stone road You are on a stone road leading east to a magnificent castle in the hills. The road dips and rises with the hills, surrounded by healthy green vegetation. Every so often you hear a faint yell, 'Chargem!' [Exits: east west] On a stone road You travel on a stone road leading to the east, to a magnificent castle in the hills. The road rises and falls with the hills here, and the vegetation is green and healthy. [Exits: north east south west] Jord lies in peace on a large battleshield with his hands folded.