Posted by Daubaen on September 29, 2000 at 08:56:06:
In Reply to: Interaction with Tiamat (Heavily edited for ease of reading) posted by Hifflio on September 28, 2000 at 20:57:51:
> (Missed a little in the beginning, so excited forgot to log it all, enjoy
> what I got)
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> TIAMAT speaks to Hifflio
>
> You say 'The claw of the silver dragon, one of your most hated enemies,
> and therefore an enemy of mine. I bring you its claw to show you my
> dedication to you my Queen.'
>
> Hifflio slowly lowers it to the ground.
>
> Tiamat gets a claw of the yellow dragon.
>
> You drop silver claw.
>
> [MASTER] the Archmage:Intruder! Intruder! Minalcar is raiding the Cabal!
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> You stop using an icon of a dragon.
>
> People near you:
> (PK) Hifflio The Grand Hall
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> Tiamat gets silver claw.
>
> You say 'This icon, taken from the treasure vaults of the yellow dragon,
> to represent your greatness and power in this realm and the many others you
> hold dominion over.'
>
> [MASTER] the Archmage: Intruder! Intruder! Minalcar is raiding the Cabal!
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> Hifflio places the icon before you, lowering his head in respect.
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> You drop an icon of a dragon.
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> You are using:
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> [MASTER] the Archmage: Intruder! Intruder! Minalcar is raiding the Cabal!
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> Hifflio pulls from one of his pouches a opal of great beauty.
>
> Smoke rises from the nostrils of the red dragons head.
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> [MASTER] Murian: The Archmage is convulsing on the ground
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> The eyes of the black dragon head peer intently at the opal.
>
> You say 'the rest of the gifts I have for you are representations of
> your greatness and the creatures of might that ar a part of you.'
>
> [MASTER] Hifflio: I am speaking to Queen Tiamat herself, I cannot leave here
> for it be a sign of weakness and my permenant destruction.
>
> ifflio pulls from one of his pouches a opal of great beauty.
>
> You say 'this, the opal I hold in my hand, for the mighty and sleek
> ragons of black.'
>
> Hifflio places the strange black opal before you, lowering his head in respect.
>
> You drop a strange black opal.
>
> You get a pearl necklace from the girdle of endless space.
>
> The black dragon head hisses in delight.
>
> You say 'the glistening pure form of pearl.'
>
> You no longer feel in control of your translucence.
> You feel you can procure another tome.
>
> [MASTER] the Archmage: Intruder! Intruder! Minalcar is raiding the
> Cabal!
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> [MASTER] the Archmage: Alas, my life has come to an end...
>
> You say 'strung together with perfection and brilliance.'
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> You say 'a representation of the dragons of white.'
>
> Hifflio lowers the string of pearls to the ground, they curl about eachother
> until they lie in a small pile before you.
>
> You drop a pearl necklace.
>
> You no longer see invisible objects.
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> The white dragon head hisses in delight.
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> You get a band of emerald from the girdle of endless space.
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> Hifflio rubs his elongated forefinger along the edge of this band of emerald.
>
> You feel a shudder in your Cabal Power!
>
> You say 'emerald, crafted into a band, something only truely great
> craftsmen can do.'
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> You say 'without a flaw, just like the dragons of the green, dangerous
> and flawless, only creatues such as these could come from one so mighty and
> powerful as yourself.'
>
> You are thirsty.
> The detect magic wears off.
>
> Hifflio places the band of emerald before your form.
>
> You drop a band of emerald.
>
> The green dragons head peers intently at the band, then nods his head, noxious
> fumes drifting from his nostrils.
>
> You are thirsty.
> You feel less righteous.
>
> Hifflio breathes in slightly, smiling at the beautiful scent.
>
> You drink water from a metal canteen insulated in a wolf's pelt.
> You do not feel thirsty.
>
> Hifflio reaches into a small girdle about his waist.
>
> You get a deep-blue sapphire teardrop from the girdle of endless space.
>
> You say 'the deep-blue sapphire teardrop.'
>
> This beautiful sapphire is of a deep, entrancing blue
> that is as breathtaking as the Aryth Ocean. It is in
> the shape of a perfectly smooth teardrop that fills your
> soul with bittersweet melancholy.
>
> You say 'formed, some say from the mighty breath of a blue dragon
> itself.'
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> You say 'when it strikes ore of true purity and perfection.'
>
> You say 'its beauty is only overcome by your own, mighty Queen.'
>
> You drop a deep-blue sapphire teardrop.
>
> Lightning flickers in the eyes of the blue dragon.
>
> You get a ring embedded with a single ruby from the girdle of endless space.
>
> Hifflio shivers slightly as he examines the ring embedded with a single ruby.
>
> You say 'beauty, destruction, and fury. The attributes of the child of
> the red.'
>
> The ring is a simple loop of a silver material with a wider spot where the
> single ruby fits. The ruby is a perfect sphere and lets off a soft glow. The
> ring is carved upon the inside of the loop what seem to be leaves and berries
> upon a long vine that connects with itself. The ring almost seems to hum
> with an inner power.
>
> You say 'this ring, does little justice to the true majesty of the
> dragons of red, but it is my gift to you mighty Queen.'
>
> Hifflio places the ring upon the ground before you.
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> You drop a ring embedded with a single ruby.
>
> Smoke rises from the nostrils of the red dragon head as flames dance in its
> eyes.
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> Tiamat gets a pearl necklace.
>
> The Grand Hall
> A super wide hallway, of fine dark stone leads north and turns to the east.
> The beautifully decorated walls extend far above you to the high arched
> ceiling. This huge hallway looks similar, although more decorative than the
> rest, but you get a strange feeling while you stand in it. A huge window
> offers a splendid view of the dark countryside.
>
> [Exits: north east]
> (Glowing) (Humming) A silver ring with a single ruby embedded in it lies here.
> A beautiful blue gemstone lies
> A thin band of emerald lies here.
> A large black opal is here, radiating malice.
> A small figurine is here, depicting a dragon with its wings swept back.
> (White Aura) Hissing in unison, five uniquely colored heads attached to a mammoth
> body swing around and greet you.
>
> You feel solid again.
>
> In unison each head reaches down and grabs its respective treasure.
>
> You say 'I give these things to you, my Queen, in the hopes they will
> please you, and that you will judge my soul worthy enough to study as an
> apprentice in this Tower.'
>
> What do you hope to gain from your apprenticeship here?
>
> Hifflio lowers his body to the ground, his elongated arms before him, outstretc$
> his head, lowered and silent, waiting for something.
>
> You whisper 'knowledge, the truth of the dragon, to continue what I am
> destined for, to become the only true leader of this realm, and to serve the
> will of the dragons for without them I would be nothing.'
>
> [ W-Elf ] (PK) (WANTED) Arlian the Chanter of the Battlesong
> [ Cloud ] (PK) Minalcar the Warlord of Asmodeus, Marked of the Arch-Duke
> [ Gnome ] (PK) [ARBITER] Bevrolmx the Hero of Alteration
> [ Human ] (PK) Aserkal the Planewalker, Anathema to the Empire
> * Human * (PK) [MASTER] Hifflio the Hero of Alteration
> [51 Elf Bar] (PK) [TROUPE] Jacynth the Fair-Voiced, Last Singer of the Tear
> [58 H-Elf SUP] (PK) [DAWN] Selric Sollis, the Patriarch of Peace
> [ Human ] (PK) Merious the Shapeshifter
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> [51 Elf Bar] (PK) [TROUPE] Jacynth the Fair-Voiced, Last Singer of the Tear
> [54 Fire DEM] [EMPIRE] Zulghinlour the Ebony Warlock, Subjugator of Worlds
> [58 H-Elf SUP] (PK) [DAWN] Selric Sollis, the Patriarch of Peace
>
>
> What do you know of the Dragon?
>
> You whisper 'I know much, my knowledge of the dragon is vast, but it is
> incomplete, for I am not foolish enough to believe I know everything.'
>
> All five heads hiss in unison.
>
> There is much to learn of the Dragon, but why should I allow you transmuter?
>
> You whisper 'because I am the only one who is disiplined enough, has the
> passion, the drive, and the skills to be one of your apprentices.'
>
> You whisper 'I am the only one of this realm who pays hommage to the one
> who rightfully deserves it, you my Queen.'
>
> Five pairs of eyes glean, staring deep into your soul.
>
> Hifflio shivers as the eyes bear down upon him.
>
> The word of the Dark Lord Zulghinlour preceed your request.
>
> eat jerky
> You get some wyvern jerky from the girdle of endless space.
>
> You are no longer hungry.
>
> eat jerky
> You get some wyvern jerky from the girdle of endless space.
>
> You are full.
>
> The tithe you offer, adequate.
>
> It is left to what is inside you magician.
>
> For a brief moment you feel as if your mortal form has been peeled away baring
> all for the Dark Queen to see.
>
> Hifflio grasps his face with his elongated hands, his fingers clenched about
> his slightly reptilian head.
>
> Five heads undulate about you peering and watching as images flash through
> your mind.
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> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Strength...
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> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Intelligence...
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> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Discipline...
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> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Hifflio pulls his hands away, placing them on the ground before him, his face,
> drawn with exhaustion.
>
> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Charismatic...
>
> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> Passionate...
>
> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> A Wizard...
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>
> (Long Pause)
>
>
> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> An Apprentice...
>
>
> The Grand Hall
> A super wide hallway, of fine dark stone leads north and turns to the east.
> The beautifully decorated walls extend far above you to the high arched
> ceiling. This huge hallway looks similar, although more decorative than the
> rest, but you get a strange feeling while you stand in it. A huge window
> offers a splendid view of the dark countryside.
>
> [Exits: north east]
> (White Aura) Hissing in unison, five uniquely colored heads attached to a mammoth
> body swing around and greet
>
> The pain subsides, your mortal shell once again whole.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'An Apprentice...'
>
> Hifflio shutters before you, his body dripping beads of blood and sweat, his
> face, covered with an expression of joy and sheer pain.
>
> Hifflio brings himself to his feet, his elongated body dwarfed by the form
> before him.
>
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> Tiamat hisses 'Yes...An Apprentice...'
>
> You say 'I am your vessel, my Queen, direct me further in my studies,
> for you are now my master and teacher.'
>
> Hifflio brings his eyes up toward the huge form, only daring now to look upon
> the Queen of the Dragons.
>
>
> The sight of this creature drives a deep fear into you. This is by far the
> largest dragon you have ever seen. You look at each of its 5 heads, each
> possessing as much ferocity as any adult dragon you have encountered. The
> heads are red, green, blue, black and white.
> Tiamat is in perfect health.
>
>
> Hifflio shutters and looks down, awaiting something.
>
>
> Tiamat hisses 'All paths within your guild have been mastered by those who
> have learned within these walls'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'As have you...'
>
> Hifflio nods his elongated head slightly.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'The choice is yours transmuter...A reflection of the dragon
> you see yourself as...'
>
> You drink water from a metal canteen insulated in a wolf's pelt.
> You do not feel thirsty.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'One who strikes hard and often...'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'One who strikes from the air'
>
> You whisper 'yes.'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'One who strikes beneath the waves'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'One who defends his hoarde with all his might'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Which do you see yourself as Apprentice?'
>
> You say 'One who strikes hard and often, my Queen, with mighty and
> quickness that is the traits of the dragons.'
>
> Ten eyes shine as they listen to your words.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'A dragon with passion, one always on the offensive'
>
> All five heads nod simultaneously.
>
> Hifflio grins every so slightly.
>
> The Grand Hall
> A super wide hallway, of fine dark stone leads north and turns to the east.
> The beautifully decorated walls extend far above you to the high arched
> ceiling. This huge hallway looks similar, although more decorative than the
> rest, but you get a strange feeling while you stand in it. A huge window
> offers a splendid view of the dark countryside.
>
> [Exits: north east]
> (White Aura) Hissing in unison, five uniquely colored heads attached to a mammo$
> body swing around and greet
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Focus yourself then on the offensive traits of the guild'
>
> [MASTER] someone: Congratulations Hifflio, I await the story behind
> the name.
>
> You say 'and for my minor forcus, Queen?'
>
> [51 Human Tra] (PK) [MASTER] Hifflio the Hero of Alteration, Apprentice of the Dragon Tower
>
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> You have chosen your major focus.
>
> You can shapeshift into the following:
> Tiger
> Boar
>
>
> Hifflio nods slightly, focusing his mind and performing what you have requested.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Where to focus what is left...'
>
> Saving...Character saved. Remember, CF does autosaving.
>
> Tiamat hisses 'The Sea Snake would teach you what it means to be shift
> reptilian'
>
> You nod.
>
> You say 'then I will have my minor focus upon the watery elements.'
>
> You have chosen your minor focus.
>
> <740hp 899m 540mv>
> You can shapeshift into the following:
> Tiger
> Boar
> Sea snake
>
> Hifflio nods his head slightly, his eyes still downcast from your form,
> doing what you have instructed.
>
> Saving...Character saved. Remember, CF does autosaving.
>
>
> A super wide hallway, of fine dark stone leads north and turns to the east.
> The beautifully decorated walls extend far above you to the high arched
> ceiling. This huge hallway looks similar, although more decorative than the
> rest, but you get a strange feeling while you stand in it. A huge window
> offers a splendid view of the dark countryside.
>
> [Exits: north east]
> (White Aura) Hissing in unison, five uniquely colored heads attached to a mammo$
> body swing around and greet
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Your path is set then hatchling'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'There is much more learning for you to do'
>
> Danko tells you 'You can turn into a dragon?'
>
> You say 'when shall I seek your teachings again, my Queen?'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Perfect the studies you will now learn with your forms'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'There is much you will need to learn of control'
>
> You say 'It will be done in short order my Queen.'
>
> Tiamat hisses 'Until then Apprentice'
>
> Hifflio kneels before you and lowers his head.
>
> You whisper 'until then my teacher and Queen.
>
> Tiamat leaves east.
>
> Hifflio rises from his position on the ground.
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