1068hp(100%) 765mp(100%) 691mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> w
Lane of Black Magic 
  You feel the chill of the grave upon you, as coldness seems to seep from
the black stone beneath your feet into your body.  The street is lined
with crucifixes, evenly spaced on each side of the street.  The corpses
on the cruxifixes seem rather fresh, and every now and then, one of them
quivers, whether from the wind, or something unseen.  Off in the distance
lies the majesty of the Imperial Palace.
 
[Exits: east west]

1068hp(100%) 765mp(100%) 689mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> where
w
People near you:
(PK) Jhelruk                      Before the Imperial Palace
(PK) Drissa                       Lane of Black Magic

1068hp(100%) 765mp(100%) 689mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> Before the Imperial Palace 
  The roads from the south, east and west converge here to form a great square.
The gates of the Palace lie open to the north.  The square itself is made
from the same fused black stone that all of the Imperial roads seem to be
constructed from.  However, here the smooth surface of the road has been
deeply etched to show a huge Symbol of the Imperial Codex.  At each of the
cardinal directions surrounding the Symbol you see smaller representations 
of the individual Sect Symbols.  Each of these details pass quickly, for 
your eye is almost immediately drawn to the black stone cross rising from 
the center of the great Symbol.
 
[Exits: north east south west]
(Red Aura) The grimy figure of Jhelruk is here, generously allowing the less fortunate to bask in his greatness.
A lizard strains against an iron chain around its neck.

1068hp(100%) 765mp(100%) 687mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> hamstring jhelruk
You swing a blessed dagger named 'Heartseeker' in a sweeping blow to Jhelruk's hamstring!
A spray of blood erupts from Jhelruk's wound!
Your hamstring slice *** DEMOLISHES *** Jhelruk!
Jhelruk has some small but disgusting cuts.

1068hp(100%) 765mp(100%) 687mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> Jhelruk's cranial hit misses you.
Jhelruk's piercing venoms EVISCERATES you!
You twist yourself around Jhelruk's defilement.
You dodge Jhelruk's defilement and close in for a concealed attack!
Your wrath MANGLES Jhelruk!
You begin to get a feel for Jhelruk's preferred attacking movements.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Your wrath MANGLES Jhelruk!
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
A voice in your mind exclaims 'Shall we kill Jhelruk?  Yes, let's.'
Gripping Heartseeker tightly, you lash out with blinding speed!
Your lightning-quick strike === OBLITERATES === Jhelruk!
Jhelruk is covered with bleeding wounds.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 687mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> 
You dodge Jhelruk's piercing venoms and close in for a concealed attack!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** Jhelruk!
You parry Jhelruk's defilement.
You parry Jhelruk's defilement.
You understand Jhelruk's favorite defensive postures, and see his weaknesses.
Jhelruk throws himself away from your wrath.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Jhelruk is gushing blood.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 687mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> trip
His feet aren't on the ground.
You dodge Jhelruk's piercing venoms.
You dodge Jhelruk's defilement.
You parry Jhelruk's piercing venoms and retaliate with lightning quickness!
Your wrath MANGLES Jhelruk!
You get in one more shot on Jhelruk as he flees.
Your parting blow MANGLES Jhelruk!
Jhelruk has fled!
Jhelruk leaves north.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 687mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> n
The Gates of the Palace 
  You stand between two huge open portcullis, one to the north and 
one to the south.  A ceiling lofts above you, held up by a series 
of stone arches.  The walls to the east and west are covered with 
black scorch marks and pocked from splattered acid.  The stone 
floor is cracked and broken from countless upheavals and eternally 
stained with the deep red of dried blood.  You can continue 
further into the Palace to the north, or leave to the south.
 
[Exits: north south]
(Red Aura) The grimy figure of Jhelruk is here, generously allowing the less fortunate to bask in his greatness.
(Red Aura) The Vanquisher of the Empire defends the Palace to the death!

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> trip jhelruk

Jhelruk leaves north.
They aren't here.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> artery jhelruk
They aren't here.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> murder vanq
The Imperial Vanquisher parries your wrath.
The Imperial Vanquisher is convulsing on the ground.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> n

You parry the Imperial Vanquisher's slash.
You parry the Imperial Vanquisher's slash.
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Vanquisher!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Vanquisher!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Vanquisher!
The Imperial Vanquisher is convulsing on the ground.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> No way!  You are still fighting!
The Imperial Vanquisher is convulsing on the ground.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> wher
People near you:
(PK) Jhelruk                      The Imperial Throne Room
(PK) Drissa                       The Gates of the Palace
The Imperial Vanquisher is convulsing on the ground.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> 
DASH ATTACK IS NOW: artery!

You parry the Imperial Vanquisher's slash.
Your wrath *** DEVASTATES *** the Imperial Vanquisher!
The Imperial Vanquisher is DEAD!!
You receive 0 experience points (35% bonus).
The Imperial Vanquisher spills her guts all over the floor.
The gods give you 4 copper coins for your sacrifice of the burnt corpse of the Imperial Vanquisher.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 686mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> n
n
A Hallway 
  Stone floors are scrubbed clean and worn smooth from the passing 
of countless feet.  The walls to the east and west are both 
decorated with huge murals depicting some the greatest 
achievements of civilization.  The hallway continues to the north, 
while a portcullis leads to the gatehouse to the south.
 
[Exits: north south]

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 685mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> u
The End of the Hallway 
  Stone floors are scrubbed clean and worn smooth from the passing 
of countless feet.  The walls to the east and west are decorated 
with a huge mural depicting great achievements of civilization, 
while huge letters spell out a message to all on the north wall.  
The hallway continues to the south while stone stairs spiral 
upwards to the next floor.  Engraved into the stone floors are
the words of Imperial Law, that which is known by all who wish
to succeed within the Empire.
 
[Exits: east south west up]

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 684mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> The Chamber of the Council of Four 
  A huge round table of black marble dominates this circular room.
Four chairs, which would be named thrones in any other chamber, 
are set at the four cardinal directions around the table.  The 
symbol of the Imperial Codex is embossed in gold on the center of 
the table.  The walls of the room are bare save The Words circling
the room just below the domed ceiling. Archways lead out of the room in 
all four directions, and stairs lead down and up.
 
[Exits: north east south west up down]

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 683mv(63%) [civilized][standing][5 PM]
> dash up artery jhelruk
The Imperial Throne Room 
  You stand in a room designed to intimidate the greatest leaders in 
the Realm.  Four pillars rise to a domed ceiling.  Each pillar 
representing a Sect of the Empire.  The floor is a polished black 
marble with the words of the Imperial Law inscribed in gold so 
that they are forever present in the eyes of visiting dignitaries.  
At the center of room stands the Imperial Throne, equidistant from 
all of the pillars, showing equal support for each Sect but belonging 
to none.  A stairway leads back down to the fortress.
 
[Exits: down]
     (Glowing) A pile of red hot chain lies here.
     A simple ring of opal lies here.
     A makeshift shield from the hide of a white worm rests here. (Broken)
     (Glowing) Several small rocks glow silently in the grass.
     (Red Aura) A pile of black, diaphanous silk has been left here.
     Faint white runes trace the outside edge of a full mask of clear glass.
     A pair of knee-high leather boots lie here.
     (Red Aura) A sword of dark-elf craftsmanship calls to be used.
     A dark-elf made cloak rests in the shadows.
     (Glowing) A swirling gem turns the ground nearby to frost.
     (Red Aura) The Throne of the Emperor rests here in the center of the room.
(Red Aura) The grimy figure of Jhelruk is here, generously allowing the less fortunate to bask in his greatness.
(Red Aura) (White Aura) The Imperial Inquisitor keeps a watchful eye on the Empire.
(Red Aura) The Imperial Blademaster stands here defending the Imperial Throne.
(Red Aura) The Imperial Warlock stands here defending the Imperial Throne.
(Red Aura) The Imperial Assassin stands here defending the Imperial Throne.
(Red Aura) (White Aura) The Imperial Prelate stands here defending the Imperial Throne.
You yell 'Help! I'm being attacked by the Imperial Blademaster!'
You parry the Imperial Blademaster's punch.
You barely manage to turn the Imperial Blademaster's punch aside.
You yell 'Help! I'm being attacked by the Imperial Warlock!'
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash and retaliate with lightning quickness!
Your wrath MANGLES the Imperial Warlock!
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You yell 'Help! I'm being attacked by the Imperial Assassin!'
You parry the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You parry the Imperial Assassin's slash and retaliate with lightning quickness!
Your wrath MASSACRES the Imperial Assassin!
You parry the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You yell 'Help! I'm being attacked by the Imperial Prelate!'
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
You thrust your dagger towards Jhelruk, attempting to sever his artery!
Jhelruk's artery begins pumping out bright red bursts of blood!
A spray of blood erupts from Jhelruk's wound!
Your deep gash DISMEMBERS Jhelruk!
The Imperial Blademaster is in perfect health.

1023hp(95%) 715mp(93%) 682mv(62%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> 
You parry the Imperial Blademaster's punch and retaliate with lightning quickness!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Blademaster!
You dodge the Imperial Warlock's slash and close in for a concealed attack!
Your wrath MANGLES the Imperial Warlock!
The Imperial Warlock utters the words, 'noselacri'.
You parry the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You dodge the Imperial Assassin's slash.
The Imperial Assassin brings the heel of his foot down hard on your shoulder blade!
You hear bones crack as the Imperial Assassin's axe kick lands heavily on you!
The Imperial Assassin's axe kick devastates you!
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
The Imperial Prelate narrows his eyes and glares in your direction.
You parry Jhelruk's piercing venoms.
Seizing upon a flaw in your tactics, Jhelruk tries to disarm you.
Jhelruk disarms you and sends a blessed dagger named 'Heartseeker' flying!
Your punch *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Blademaster!
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

991hp(92%) 715mp(93%) 682mv(62%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> hit jhel

Jhelruk gives The Imperial Inquisitor some coins.
The Imperial Inquisitor closes its eyes for a moment and nods at Jhelruk.
The Imperial Inquisitor seals Jhelruk's wounds with a crimson fire.
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

991hp(92%) 715mp(93%) 682mv(62%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> get 1.
wield 1.
You start aiming at Jhelruk.
Jhelruk is gushing blood.

991hp(92%) 715mp(93%) 682mv(62%) [civilized][fighting][5 PM]
> You get a blessed dagger named 'Heartseeker'.
Jhelruk continues to bleed from his wounds.
Jhelruk's bleeding artery EVISCERATES him!
Jhelruk continues to bleed from his wounds.
Jhelruk's bleeding hamstring mauls him.
Jhelruk is writhing in agony.

998hp(93%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> You wield a blessed dagger named 'Heartseeker'.
A blessed dagger named 'Heartseeker' feels like a part of you!
You parry the Imperial Blademaster's punch.
You parry the Imperial Blademaster's punch.
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You parry the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
You dodge Jhelruk's piercing venoms and close in for a concealed attack!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** Jhelruk!
You get in one more shot on Jhelruk as he flees.
Your parting blow MASSACRES Jhelruk!
You dodge Jhelruk's defilement and close in for a concealed attack!
Your wrath MASSACRES Jhelruk!
Jhelruk is mortally wounded, and will die soon, if not aided.
You dodge Jhelruk's piercing venoms.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Jhelruk parries your wrath.
Jhelruk is convulsing on the ground.

998hp(93%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> stab
Your failed attempt to stab Jhelruk leaves you defenseless.
Jhelruk's piercing venoms maims you!
Jhelruk is convulsing on the ground.

962hp(90%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> 
Jhelruk has fled!
Jhelruk leaves down.

962hp(90%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][standing][6 PM]
> 
The Imperial Inquisitor closes its eyes for a moment and nods at the Imperial Blademaster.

962hp(90%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][standing][6 PM]
> 
You parry the Imperial Blademaster's punch.
The Imperial Blademaster's punch mauls you.
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You dodge the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You dodge the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You dodge the Imperial Assassin's slash.
The Imperial Assassin's kicked dirt misses you.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
The Imperial Blademaster dodges your wrath.
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Blademaster!
Your wrath *** DEMOLISHES *** the Imperial Blademaster!
The Imperial Blademaster parries your wrath.
The Imperial Blademaster parries your wrath.
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

940hp(88%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> where
flee

Dhuzir has arrived.
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

940hp(88%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> 
The Imperial Inquisitor closes its eyes for a moment and nods at the Imperial Blademaster.
The Imperial Blademaster's punch mauls you.
You dodge the Imperial Blademaster's punch.
You dodge the Imperial Warlock's slash.
You parry the Imperial Warlock's slash.
The Imperial Assassin's slash MUTILATES you!
You dodge the Imperial Assassin's slash.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
You parry the Imperial Prelate's slash.
The Imperial Prelate narrows his eyes and glares in your direction.
Your wrath MANGLES the Imperial Blademaster!
The Imperial Blademaster parries your wrath.
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

875hp(81%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> People near you:
(PK) Dhuzir                       The Imperial Throne Room
(PK) Jhelruk                      The Chamber of the Council of Four
(PK) Drissa                       The Imperial Throne Room
The Imperial Blademaster has a few scratches.

875hp(81%) 737mp(96%) 744mv(68%) [civilized][fighting][6 PM]
> The Chamber of the Council of Four 
  A huge round table of black marble dominates this circular room.
Four chairs, which would be named thrones in any other chamber, 
are set at the four cardinal directions around the table.  The 
symbol of the Imperial Codex is embossed in gold on the center of 
the table.  The walls of the room are bare save The Words circling
the room just below the domed ceiling. Archways lead out of the room in 
all four directions, and stairs lead down and up.
 
[Exits: north east south west up down]
(Red Aura) The grimy figure of Jhelruk is here, generously allowing the less fortunate to bask in his greatness.
You flee from combat!

875hp(81%) 737mp(96%) 743mv(68%) [civilized][standing][6 PM]
> artery jhelruk
You thrust your dagger towards Jhelruk, attempting to sever his artery!
Your deep gash *** DEVASTATES *** Jhelruk!
Jhelruk is DEAD!!
You land the killing blow against Jhelruk.
Jhelruk's leg is sliced from his dead body.

875hp(81%) 737mp(96%) 743mv(68%) [civilized][standing][6 PM]
> get all.coins corpse
look in corpse
You get 38 gold coins from the burnt corpse of Jhelruk.
You get 32 silver coins from the burnt corpse of Jhelruk.
You get 7 copper coins from the burnt corpse of Jhelruk.

875hp(81%) 737mp(96%) 743mv(68%) [civilized][standing][6 PM]
> The burnt corpse of Jhelruk contains:
     (Humming) a runed hammer of solid oak
     (Red Aura) mask of penumbral mist
     (Iron) a pitch-black ring
     some spiked sleeves (Damaged)
( 2) (Red Aura) (Humming) a smooth ruby bracer engraved with a spider
     a pair of spiked boots (Damaged)
     a pair of jagged leggings (Damaged)
     (Red Aura) (Iron) a circlet of dark metal
     (Glowing) a mace of electricity
     the girdle of endless space
     (Glowing) an articulated breastplate of dull mithril (Damaged)
( 3) a black potion
     some spiked gauntlets (Damaged)
     (Humming) a carved blue medallion on a wide ribbon
     the Cloak of the Bear-kin
     (Red Aura) (Glowing) (Humming) a mace with the head of a screaming demon
     the Cloak of the Wolf-kin
     (Glowing) (Humming) an adamantite chain flail named 'Storm's Eye'
     a thorn-encased ironwood shillelagh
     (Glowing) the firestrike whip
( 3) a battle drink
     (Invis) a ruby-encrusted collar
     a sash of black spidersilk
( 2) (Glowing) (Humming) a ring with three black pearls
     a plain lead key
     the chest key