Dunstan

<pc>, seeing you and my dear Gemma all set for your big day makes me proud as anything—both as a mayor and as a grandfather.

Dunstan

You're not kids any more, you know—no, you're grown-up now, and that means going to the Tor and offering your thanks.

Dunstan

Now, it's time you were on your way. Head up to the top, give praise to the Spirit of the Land, then come back down and tell us how you like the view!

Dunstan

Oh, and if you're ever unsure what to do next, try pressing  and selecting Party Talk. Gemma might have some useful tips for you!

Amber

Just look at you, <pc>! My little boy, all grown-up!

Amber

Now, be sure to look after Gemma, you hear? To think, you've been inseparable since you were tiny, and here you are, about to climb the Tor together!

Amber

Oh, and if ever you lose your way, just follow Sandy. That dog's got more sense than any of us!

Amber

Off you go now, dear! I know the two of you will be just fine! And I'll make sure there's a delicious supper waiting for you when you get back!

Dunstan

<pc>, seeing you and my dear Gemma all set for your big day makes me proud as anything—both as a mayor and as a grandfather.

Dunstan

You're not kids any more, you know—no, you're grown-up now, and that means going to the Tor and offering your thanks.

Dunstan

Now, it's time you were on your way. Head up to the top, give praise to the Spirit of the Land, then come back down and tell us how you like the view!

Dunstan

Oh, and if you're ever unsure what to do next, try pressing  and selecting Party Talk. Gemma might have some useful tips for you!

Amber

Just look at you, <pc>! My little boy, all grown-up!

Amber

Now, be sure to look after Gemma, you hear? To think, you've been inseparable since you were tiny, and here you are, about to climb the Tor together!

Amber

Oh, and if ever you lose your way, just follow Sandy. That dog's got more sense than any of us!

Amber

Off you go now, dear! I know the two of you will be just fine! And I'll make sure there's a delicious supper waiting for you when you get back!

*: To think you and Gemma are all grown-up already! I can remember you two littluns haring round the place causing trouble like it was yesterday! Ahh, time flies, it really does!

*: Oh, dearie me! Where can that boy have got to this time?

*: I just hope he hasn't decided to go up the Tor on his own. No, he wouldn't be that stupid, surely? Ahh, he'll be the death of me, that one!

*: Hold on there, young <pc>! Where do you think you're off to? You haven't been up the Tor yet, have you?

*: It's back the other way, as you well know! I don't want to see you again till you've climbed it!

*: The symbols on the side of the Tor represent the Spirit of the Land, you know. The Spirit has always watched over the people of Cobblestone.

*: The coming-of-age ceremony is one of the ways we show our gratitude for its protection.

*: You know, I'm not sure I've ever seen the two of you apart! And to think you're all grown-up already! Are those wedding bells I hear? Hee hee!

Gemma

Grandma! Honestly!

*: Oh, let an old woman have her fun, will you? Now, <pc>—you look after my lovely grandaughter, you hear!

*: The path gets pretty steep up on the Tor, so be sure to watch your footing!

*: But don't let that make you stick to the beaten track—little detours are where you find all the fun stuff!

*: So, it's time for you to head up the Tor, I hear! Mind you don't slip—it's a long way down!

Gemma

Oh, don't worry! <pc> would never let me fall!

*: Ahh, what would you do without him, eh? Well <pc>, you heard the lady—make sure she comes to no harm!

*: The path ahead will at times be a steep one, but fear not, my children, for the Spirit of the Land shall watch over you.

*: May your climb teach you how truly blessed we are to live among such beautiful surroundings. We will pray for your safe return.

*: We've all been through it, you know. We've all climbed to the top of the Tor. I remember it like it was yesterday...

*: But I can't tell you what I found up there. No, that's something you'll just have to find out for yourselves.

*: Good luck, <pc>!

*: I wish I was a grown-up like you! I can't wait to climb the Tor!

*: You know the Mayor and your mother are waiting to see you off at the top of the steps, don't you? Don't keep them waiting, dear!

*: Oh, and remember—if you're ever in need of some advice or you're stuck for what to do, have a chat with folks with pretty pink speech bubbles above their heads like me.

*: Just press  and look at the map—you can't miss us!

*: While you're looking at the map, use  to change the direction you're facing. It's a handy little trick, trust me!

*: Cor! Just look at that view! It's beautiful, isn't it?

*: Whenever you find somewhere with lovely scenery like this, you should take the time to stop and bask in the wonder of nature—it always does me the power of good!

Gemma

M-More monsters! But I don't think they've spotted you yet. You should sneak up and try and surprise them!

Gemma

Hold on <pc>, we can't call it a day yet! We've got to get up to the top and do the ceremony thing!

<pc> and Gemma make their way back to the bottom of the Tor.

Gemma

Where are you going now? The ceremony's over! Everyone'll be waiting for us!

*: My Cole told me everything! He told me how you fought off those horrible foggy monsters! I don't know how to thank you!

*: And you and Gemma aren't hurt either! Oh, that's such a relief!

Cole

I'm sorry, Gemma. I thought it would be funny to jump out and surprise you. I, I'm an idiot... I'll never do it again, I promise!

*: Well, the main thing is that everyone's alright. You can never be too careful with monsters around. We owe you one, <pc>—and Gemma and Sandy too!

Sandy

Woof! Woof woof!

Gemma

Thanks for bringing Cole back safely, Sandy! Good girl! I knew you could do it!

*: That lightning was terrifying! Were you lot alright up there? I'm ever so sorry you poor things had to go through such an awful ordeal!

*: So, you did it—you've been to the top of the Tor! Well, you'd better let the Mayor know!

*: Everyone'll be desperate to hear how you got on up there! Don't keep them waiting, will you?

*: When the lightning struck the Tor, I must confess that I feared for your safety. But it seems that you escaped unharmed.

*: Truly, we must give thanks to the Spirit of the Land, who watches over us all!

*: Yay! You're back, you're back! Your mum said to tell you she's gone home to make your tea.

*: That lightning was so scary! The sky flashed and there was this big bang! BOOOM!

*: Oi, where d'you fink you're goin'? Yer mum's waitin' for ya! I'd 'ead 'ome sharpish if I were you!

*: You don't want to go wandering around out there—you'll end up as a monster's dinner! You want to be heading home.

Sandy

Woof! Woof!

A curious power emanates from the root wrapped around the tree...

*: Alright? A little bird told me you an' yer mate Gemma went to the top o' the Tor an' back. You ain't a little boy no more, <pc>—yer a man!

*: So 'ere's some advice, from one bloke to anuvver—whatever yer doin', enjoy it. No one knows 'ow long they've got, so make the most of it.

*: Cobblestone's well tucked away here in the valley. There aren't that many people who even know this place exists, you know.

*: And that's why it's so lovely and safe. The monsters don't tend to bother us, and we get to live in peace and quiet. Lovely!

*: You did well, both of you! You're not children any more—you're grown-ups! Welcome to the club!

*: Well, well—if it isn't Cobblestone's newest grown-ups! Were you looking for the Mayor? He's at home at the moment.

*: Listen, I probably shouldn't be saying this, but he's been worried sick about you, Gemma. Well, it's only natural, I suppose—he is your grandad, after all.

*: Look at my lovely horse! He's the loveliest horse in the whole village!

*: Hello there, young <pc>! Do you know what's good? Prayer, that's what! You should get down to the church every chance you get!

*: Every time I pray, I feel all my troubles slipping away. It'll make a new man of you, take my word for it!

*: I'm afraid my horses don't have a lot of get-up-and-go at the minute. They're too busy enjoying this delicious grass! Mm-mm!

*: Nice work, Mister Grown-Up! Now, yer dear old mum'll be waitin' for ya, I reckon. 'Urry 'ome an' tell her all about yer adventures!

*: Come on in, <pc>! The water's lovely!

Sandy

Woof! Woof!

It's chewing contentedly on a great big mouthful of grass.

*: Yaaay! I love playing in the water!

*: Tee hee! We were just talking about you and Gemma! ...What's that? What were we saying? Oh, nothing! Tee hee hee!

*: Ooh, if it isn't young <pc>! Make sure you're nice to Gemma, you hear? She's a keeper, that one!

Gemma

Not this again!

*: Ooh, just look at your face! You've gone all red! Ohh, to be young again!

*: I'd love to visit Heliodor one day. They say there's always something going on there.

*: Apparently, it's always bustling with people, and the shops are full of all kinds of lovely things. Not like boring old Cobblestone!

*: So the ceremony's all done? Congratulations! Now, don't tell me you've forgotten where you live in all the excitement?

*: Just follow the paving stones—you'll soon find your way back. Ooh, but you must be tired to be forgetting that! You should head home and put your feet up!

*: It's amazing when you think about it, isn't it? That Yggdrasil, the World Tree, has watched over Erdrea since the dawn of time.

*: They say that the tree here has been around for as long as Yggdrasil. I don't know if that's true, but there's something special about it, right enough.

*: Hey, <pc>! You don't want to be wandering around outside the village after the day you've had! You need to be getting home!

*: I'll always remember you when you were little, going fishing with old Chalky.

*: You'd sit there for hours on that funny three-sided rock out by the Falls, just the two of you...

*: He would have been so proud to see how big and strong you've grown. Seems like only yesterday you were knee-high to a grasshopper!

*: Alright, <pc>? What are you and Gemma up to, eh?

Gemma

We just got back from climbing the Tor!

*: Ah, so that's where you've been, is it? Well, it's nice that you got to go up there together, eh?

*: If you want to get somewhere in a hurry, what you need is a horse. They're faster than people by a long old shot!

*: But you know that already, being a better rider than most, eh? Nice, manly pursuit, riding. Very grown-up.

*: Greetings, my child. It is good to see the younger members of my flock taking the time to pray. Now, shall we begin?

*: It's all thanks to the Spirit of the Land, you know—you coming back from the Tor safe and sound, the village being so peaceful for so long...

*: I think this would be the perfect time for you to offer up a prayer of thanks, don't you?

Dunstan

Now that you've climbed the Tor, I'm pleased to say that you and Gemma are fully fledged Cobblestonians!

Dunstan

Now all you need to do is settle down together and live happily ever after!

Gemma

Grandad! Honestly!

*: You're my hero, <pc>! You saved my little boy! I'm so glad you and Gemma got back safely!

Cole

Thanks for clobbering those stupid monsters! When I grow up, I'm going to be big and tough, just like you!

*: Ahh, I remember climbing the Tor all those years ago! Back then, I was young, single and free... Great days, great days!

*: Monsters appearing on our sacred tor, of all places...

*: And they say there are more of the blighters running around outside the village than ever before. I don't like this one little bit.

Amber

Having trouble sleeping, are we? Well, it's no surprise after all the excitement today. And your big news.

Amber

Whenever I have trouble nodding off, I like to go for a little walk. The night air always does me a power of good.

The door is locked.

*: Oi, where d'you fink you're goin'? It's too late for fishin', sunshine! Save it till the mornin'!

*: A little walk to clear your head's all well and good <pc>, but not outside the village. You wouldn't want to bump into any monsters.

*: I saw your mate Gemma over by the old tree. She was lookin' a bit sorry for 'erself. Maybe you should go an' 'ave a word, eh?

*: Out for a little evening stroll, are we? Well, make sure you don't stray outside the village—there be monsters!

*: Oi! Where do ya fink yer goin', <pc>? Everyone's waitin' for ya up at the north entrance!

Cole

I heard you're going all the way to Heliodor! Can I come with you? Please? Pleeease?

Cole

...Fine. I suppose I am a bit young still. Well, be careful—it's a long journey. My dad says you have to head north and just keep going!

Cole

And he says it's full of all kinds of people—way more than you see in Cobblestone. Ahh, I can't wait to grow up and see it for myself!

*: Poor Gemma! She just can't stop crying! But she said she'd put on a brave face to say goodbye to you—whoops! I wasn't meant to tell you that!

*: I can't believe you're leaving us so soon. Well, make sure you stock up on items and weapons for the journey.

*: Oh, and remember—there's no point just carrying equipment around with you. Make sure you equip it!

*: Before you head off, you really should have a quick pray. With all those monsters out there, you'll be wanting some protection from a higher power.

*: And if you make a quick record of your adventure, you'll be miraculously whisked back to the church where you made it if you happen to come a cropper!

*: So yer leavin' us for a bit, eh? Well, they're all up at the north entrance waitin' to wave you off. Better get up there. We'll miss ya, sunshine!

*: Sorry, <pc>. The old fellers here are busy eating their beloved grass. I don't think they'll be moving any time soon.

*: Ooh, just look at you! You look just like Chalky did at your age!

*: I'll never forget the day he set off to explore the world... And now here you are, following in his footsteps!

*: I heard all about it from your mother—she said there's an important journey you have to make. And you just a youngster!

*: Well, before you head off, make sure you visit the shop. You know where it is, of course—down this slope and across the river.

*: Once you've stocked up, head up to the village entrance to the north. We'll all be waiting to see you off!

Sandy

Woof woof!

Gemma

What's the matter, girl? Is someone there?

Gemma

I, I'm sorry. I don't want to speak to anyone right now. Could you come back in a bit?

*: Ever since she heard you were leaving, Gemma's been cooped up indoors. I wonder what she's doing in there...

*: I don't know much about fighting, but I've heard that the best way to get big and strong is to wallop lots of monsters and build up your experience.

*: But if you realise you've picked a fight with a monster that's tougher than you, there's no shame in running away!

*: Be sure to do some shopping before you go. I'd recommend stocking up on medicinal herbs.

*: If you get hurt from too much fighting, you can use them to heal yourself. Wouldn't go anywhere without at least a couple if I were you.

*: 'Ere's some advice, from one bloke to anuvver—keep yer mind on the job! No matter 'ow fierce the fightin' gets, ya gotta stay focused!

*: The more ya get walloped, the more focused you'll get. An' before ya know it, you'll be all pepped up! Then you'll really be full o' beans!

*: When yer pepped up, you'll be stronger, faster, better at everyfing—there ain't another feelin' like it! Go on, my son—get out there an' pep yerself silly!

*: So you're leaving good old Cobblestone, are you? Well, make sure you've got all the essentials before you set off.

*: So you're leaving good old Cobblestone, are you? Well, make sure you've got all the essentials before you set off.

*: If you'd like to do some shopping, head round to the other side of the counter.

*: So you are setting out into the world, my child. Perhaps a little prayer before you depart?

*: Just because you're setting out on a journey, that doesn't mean you can't pop home for a visit whenever you like.

*: If you ever get hurt or you're in need of a rest, there's no place like home, that's what I always say. I'm sure your comfy old bed will always be waiting for you!

Amber

So, this is it. My little soldier's really leaving...

Amber

You might not be back for a while. Hope you've said all your goodbyes. So...ready?<yesno 2>

Amber

Well, hurry up, will you? We don't want to be standing round here all day.

Amber

Well...off you go then...

*: Oh-ho! Hold on a second!

*: I wouldn't go through here if I were you. The monsters up that way'll make mincemeat of you!

*: If it's Heliodor you're trying to get to, you need to head north, anyway.

*: W-Wait!

*: You don't want to be going anywhere near the Manglegrove! The monsters in there will have your guts for garters! No, if you're headed for Heliodor, you need to go straight there.

*: Hang about—you shouldn't go any further. The monsters up there are a proper nasty bunch.

*: You'll be wanting to go north if you're heading for Heliodor. Mind how you go now!

*: Ah, <pc>! There you are! The Mayor asked me to teach you a thing or two about horses—and maps, too, for that matter!

*: Now, you see this bell here? Well, if you give it a ring, a fine steed will gallop up out of nowhere, just like that! Good to remember if your feet are getting sore!

*: And what if you're lost as well as tired? Easy! Just press  to take a look at your map. What's more, pressing  once you've got your map open will allow you to access all sorts of useful information!

*: I'm sure all this is written in the list of Traveller's Tips in your pack there, but you can't go over these things too often.

*: I'm here to stop anyone from wandering too close to the Emerald Coast. There's some nasty monsters up there, you see.

*: If it's Heliodor you're heading for, you need to go north, anyway.

*: Ah! Setting off on your big adventure, are you, <pc>?

*: You'll be wanting to go north if you're heading for Heliodor. Mind how you go now!

*: I've been sent from Heliodor Castle to make sure no one passes this way.

*: The monsters up on the Emerald Coast are nasty pieces of work. I'm not to let anyone go anywhere near them.

*: Oh-ho! I suppose you're here for another little lecture on the joys of camping, are you?<yesno>

*: ...Oh. Umm, well if you do ever fancy a recap, you know where to find me.

*: It would be my pleasure! Listen up, and I'll take you through the basics again!

*: To set up camp for the night, just go up to the fire and examine it. You'll soon be enjoying a well-earned break.

*: The statues you'll find at campsites are chock-full of holy powers. You can pray to them to be cured of poison and all kinds of other things. Think of them as mini churches!

*: You'll need to get used to what campsites look like and how to find them. After all, you'll be relying on them whenever you're out in the wilderness.

*: It's like my dad always said: keen campers can continue on where others can't! Be prepared!

*: Have you come far? Well, you're safe now—Heliodor awaits!

*: Once you're in the city, you can find a nice inn and rest up. Lucky old you!

*: Welcome to Heliodor!

*: This is the largest city in all of Erdrea, you know. You should head downtown for a look at the...livelier side of life here if you get the chance!

*: Welcome to Cobblest— Hold on! It's <pc>! You're back!

*: Shouldn't you be heading to Heliodor? Just leave the village and then keep going north. You can't miss it!

Gemma

I don't know what this big journey of yours is all about, but wherever you end up, make sure you don't forget us back here in Cobblestone.

Gemma

Come back as soon as you can, you hear? I'll be waiting...

Gemma

You've still got the charm I gave you! I'm so happy!

Gemma

When I heard you were leaving, I stayed up all night making it. I put my heart and soul into that thing.

Gemma

Be sure to take it with you wherever you go, won't you? And make sure you come home—I'll be waiting...

Gemma

Ah-phew! Ah-phew! <pc>... Stay safe... Promise me...

Sandy

Woof woof!

*: Oh, so you came back! Well, if you're heading off again, be sure to visit the church before you go.

Cole

Yay! It's <pc>! But why did you come back so soon?

Cole

Wait, I know! You wanted to see Gemma again, didn't you? She's been looking really sad ever since you left...

Cole

Zzz... Zzz...

*: Doesn't my lovely horse ride like a dream! Best in the village, that one! Look after him, won't you?

*: Ooh, you're a fine young man! You don't let anything faze you, do you? I know you're going to be just fine!

*: We all miss you, of course, but we know this is something you have to do. Make us proud, won't you?

*: To think that Chalky knew you were the reincarnation of the Luminary and he kept it a secret all those years!

*: And now you climb the Tor and you're off to fulfil your destiny, all in a matter of days! Come home for a rest if it all gets too much, won't you?

*: Ah-phew... Ah-phew...

*: Word to the wise—don't go pickin' fights wiv monsters that're tougher than you. I got into a few scrapes in me younger days, an' I've still got the scars to show for it.

*: Be sure to look after yourself, won't you? Poor Gemma would be devastated if anything were to happen to you.

*: Ahh, the water's so lovely and cool! Yay for water!

*: Ah-phoo... Ah-phoo...

*: I love playing in the water!

*: Zzz... Zzz...

*: Oh, if it isn't <pc>! Are you heading up to the Tor? Well, watch out for monsters!

*: The Mayor's got some nerve, expecting a reward from the King! Honestly! What is he like?

*: I suppose he's got a point, though. We did bring up the Luminary, after all!

*: Not in town for long, I take it? Well, you be careful out there. And don't be a stranger!

*: In this world, you have to rely on yourself. And you have to be prepared for anything.

*: Make sure you're never caught without medicinal herbs, you hear? They can be the difference between life and death in a pinch.

Amber

Awww, if it isn't my little soldier! But what are you doing back so soon? You've only just left!

Amber

Not that I'm complaining, of course. You're always welcome to come home and rest up! Go on, then—off to bed with you!

Amber

Morning, love! You'd best be on your way before I get all weepy again!

Amber

What is it, <pc>? Getting cold feet about your big adventure or something?<yesno>

Amber

That's my boy! Never forget that you're the pride of the village—so go and do your grandfather proud!

Amber

Well, I can understand that. I mean, I don't want you to go either. But you have to. It's your destiny.

Amber

Now, off you go, my little soldier! You go and put Cobblestone on the map!

Dunstan

They say that the original Luminary banished the darkness that threatened the world. He was a true hero.

Dunstan

I'm still having trouble believing that you're really him reincarnated, but if old Chalky said so, he must have been sure.

Dunstan

Well, whatever lies ahead of you, I've got a funny feeling it's going to be something extraordinary.

*: Oh, you're back. Well, I hope you've visited your mother.

*: Ah-phew... Ah-phew...

*: I'll warrant there are a fair few monsters lying in wait on the road to Heliodor. If I were you, I'd stock up with all the supplies you can carry.

*: Sorry, could I ask you to head round to the other side of the counter if you want to buy something?

*: If you're headed somewhere in a hurry, a horse is always your best bet. No matter how you look at it, humans have got nothing on horses!

*: But I don't need to tell you that—you're one of the best riders in the village!

*: Ah-heurgh...! Ah-heurgh...!

*: My child, do you mean to leave us once again? Perhaps a prayer before you go?

*: So you're back? Well, I do hope you've paid a visit to your mother.

*: Ah-phew! Ah-phew!

*: Leaving behind those you love and travelling the world is tough. I know—I did it myself a long time ago.

*: Ah, so you decided to pop back, did you? Well, good for you. You don't want to go pushing yourself too hard.

*: Zzz... (snort) Zzz...

*: S'pose you'll be 'ittin' the road again soon, eh? Well, more power to ya!

*: I remember when you were a little boy, you know. You were always going off fishing with your grandfather. You two were inseparable!

*: Well, now you're ready to stand on your own two feet at last. Chalky would be proud of you, I know he would.

*: Sorry, but this area's off limits. Now, if you wouldn't mind clearing off...

*: Eh!? How did you get in here? This area's off limits! Clear off, will you?

*: If you have business with the King, I'm afraid you've left it a little late. You'll have to come back in the morning.

It seems it's too late to visit the castle tonight. Wait until morning?<yesno>

*: Welcome to Heliodor, greatest city in all Erdrea. Please, make yourself at home.

*: Oh, and if you're wondering about that white speech bubble above my friend's head... Well, that just means he's got nothing else to say right now. People get like that sometimes, you know.

*: So where are you from, then? ...What's that? Cobblestone, you say? Where's that, then? Down south? Never heard of it!

*: With all those mountains and valleys down south, it's hard to know what's what. I've never heard of Cobblestone, but I'm sure it's lovely.

*: I haven't seen you round here before. ...Hm? You're here to see the King, you say?

*: Well, you won't find him round here! You'd better head to the castle. Go straight up this road, climb the steps, keep going and Bob's your uncle!

*: Just remember that they shut the gates as soon as the sun goes down—the King needs his sleep, you know. You're best off heading there bright and early if you want an audience.

*: The two top knights up at the castle are Sir Jasper and Sir Hendrik. But if you ask me, Sir Jasper's the best by a long way. Yes, he's the one for me!

*: Sure, he's not going to win any awards for friendliness, but who cares—he's a real looker! And he's such a strategic genius, the King even asks his advice sometimes!

*: This travelling salesman told me he's never seen so many monsters. Roaming all over the place, they are. What is the world coming to?

*: By the way, if you see a white speech bubble like the one above the fellow in front of me's head, it just means that person doesn't have anything else to say right now.

*: I've been hearing from travelling merchants that there are more and more monsters out there these days. What a terrible time to be alive...

*: Heliodor's a big place. If it's your first time here, you can expect to get lost.

*: But if you're not sure where you are, you can always press  and check the map.

*: Downtown Heliodor's a hive of waifs, strays, drifters, cutpurses and ne'er-do-wells. Mind you stay well clear!

*: You can't go through here—it's far too rough for law-abiding folks. I'd strongly advise you to head elsewhere.

*: Everyone knows their place in Heliodor—the riff-raff and rabble live in the slums, while the well heeled live uptown. The nicest area is up the stairs. That's where you'll find the castle.

*: When the monsters attacked Dundrasil, it was Sir Hendrik and his men who fought them back. He's the mightiest warrior in the whole kingdom.

*: They say the King was surrounded by the enemy, but Sir Hendrik came to his rescue. He's been known as the Hero of Heliodor ever since.

*: You see that big swanky house over there? Well, it belongs to some rich and slightly...vulgar stranger. He just turned up one day, bought the land and had it built, the showy blighter!

*: Goodness knows where he got the money, but that rich fellow just turned up, bought a prime plot of land and had a huge house built, the great big show-off!

*: Heliodor is a fine place to live. It's safe, it's clean and everyone's happy. We owe it all to the King. Three cheers for King Carnelian!

*: This young thief broke into the castle treasury in search of loot. Now he's banged up in the dungeons.

*: It's such a waste—he had his whole life ahead of him, and he just went and chucked it all away...

*: Waaah! Waaah! My kitty's stuck on the roof! She won't come down! Waaah!

*: Someone help meee! My kitty's stuck on the roof! You have to help!

*: Y-You did it! You got my kitty off the roof! Thank you! Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you!

*: Here, mister! This is to say thank you for getting my kitty back!

<pc> receives a grubby handful of kitty litter!

*: Thank you so much for getting my kitty back, Mister! I'm glad you didn't get stuck on the roof too!

*: Meeew!

The cat's paw seems to be stuck in a hole in the roof. Do you want to help it?<yesno>

*: Miaooow!

<pc> gently removes the cat's paw from the hole.

*: Miaaaowr!

*: Mmm! Mmmeowww!

*: So you're a visitor to Heliodor, are you? Well, don't pull anything funny, or I'll sling you in the dungeons, got it?

*: If you asked me who I most wanted to be in the world, I'd have to say Sir Hendrik. But then every man in the kingdom would say the same thing. He's basically an all-round legend!

*: They say that when the world is in trouble, a true hero will appear—they must be talking about him.

*: I won't allow any nonsense on my watch! If you even think of causing any trouble, I'll come down on you like a ton of bricks!

*: No one sells sharper swords than me, mate! You can look, but you'd prob'ly best not touch!

*: Armour is every adventurer's best pal! When the chips are down, it'll always be there for you! So come on, what do you say?

*: You name it, I've probably got it! Don't leave without getting stocked up on all your adventuring essentials!

*: Traditionally, I stand on one side of the counter, and you stand on the other. Want to give it a try?

*: There's so much great stuff, I can't decide what to get!

*: This is tasty stuff—but then everything else looks great too. Yep, Heliodor is one heck of a place!

*: Heliodor is a huge place. There are all sorts of surprises awaiting the doughty explorer willing to visit its more out-of-the-way locales.

*: Take the time to check out every nook and cranny you come across. You'll thank me for it later!

*: (snore) Nnngrrrgh...! (snort)

*: Heliodor is surrounded by mountains which serve as a kind of natural wall, keeping monsters and other nasties at bay. That's why we live such safe, secure lives.

*: Ah-phewww...! Ah-phewww...!

There's a small note on the door. <pc> takes a closer look...

‘ONE IZ CURRANTLY INDISPOZED. SHARNT B LONG.’

*: I'm so happy I can't stop laughing! My wife's the best cook in the whole wide world! Ho ho ho! Lucky me!

*: Heliodor's the most powerful kingdom in the world, you know. It has been ever since the fall of Dundrasil.

*: King Carnelian is surely the wisest of rulers. His influence spreads far and wide—in fact, it would be no exaggeration to call him the king of the world.

*: You wish to see the King? I'm afraid His Majesty does not receive unsolicited callers in the middle of the night. Come back in the morning.

*: No one is permitted to enter the castle after dark. If you have business here, come back in the morning.

*: This is a fine inn! Maybe the finest in Heliodor! I mean, who knows?

*: I think I've met the love of my life! But how do I tell her? I don't want to pick the wrong moment and blow it!

*: I'm so happy I met you! Just being near you makes me so happy I could burst!

*: You might want to go climbing around on the roofs one of these days. There's a ladder in an alleyway over to the west that'll get you up there.

*: So you're a traveller, eh? Well, I don't know where you're from, but around here we don't go barging into people's houses without so much as a by-your-leave!

*: I've been saving my pennies, and now it's time to spend 'em! You can't afford to be stingy, you know—it's important to get yourself the best kit!

*: I bet you didn't know about the rope on the roof, did you? You can use it to get up to the swanky part of town!

*: This poor nipper's cat's gone an' got stuck on the roof.

*: You can get out on the rooftops from the item shop, but I can't leave 'er 'ere bawlin' to go an' get it, can I? Cor, wot a pickle...

*: So you're the 'ero who climbed up on the roof an' came to the rescue, eh? Nice one, mate! She looks pleased as punch to 'ave 'er cat back!

*: This band are the best! I wish I could play an instrument!

*: This must be the greatest bar in the whole wide world! It's a shame all these grown-ups keep telling me to clear off...

*: I've just found out you can tell wot 'ouses you can go into by the red lines on the map! 'Oo knew?

*: It's amazin' the fings you can learn from books an' that, eh?

*: Nothing beats a nice, cool drink! ...Wait! Are you sure you're old enough to be in here?

*: A church is a haven in life's storm. I can highly recommend prayer and quiet reflection from time to time.

*: Wow, look at this! I wonder how much it's worth? If I sold it, I bet I'd never have to work again!

*: You see this two-headed eagle? It's the symbol of Heliodor. It's on the flag as well.

*: Every time I go to church and pray, I come out feeling like a new man. It's weird, isn't it?

*: The water's so still and beautiful! It feels like it's drawing me in...

*: It's so nice and quiet here, isn't it? Ahh, it feels like everything's going to be alright forever...

*: Hey, want to know something interesting about that house? You can climb up on the roof from the back garden, and then there's a rope you can cross.

*: I love it here! It's simply marvellous! And you know the best part? Only fantastically rich folk like yours truly can afford to live here!

*: There's a gate to the east that will take you to the rough part of town. It's manned by guards to keep the riff-raff out.

*: When you can't wait for the next day, turn in for the night! Go to an inn, get your head down, and it'll be morning before you know it!

*: There's a lovely breeze here. It's perfect for drying clothes!

*: If your feet are getting sore, I recommend a stay at a nice inn. There's one above the bar just over there.

*: Here's my idea of a perfect evening: work out, feel the burn, eat till you're fit to burst, then go for a nice long walk!

*: If you're going to travel the world, you're going to run into monsters—and that means you need to get ripped! Do it! Do it!

*: I came here looking for some excitement, but there's nothing going on. Maybe I should stick to the main drag rather than loitering in back alleys...

*: Listen to the latest clever thing my darling husband said—just because something might seem useless, that doesn't mean it is. Keep hold of everything you find, just in case.

*: Except for those old Drasilian coins, of course. The only thing they're good for is selling.

*: I'm absolutely convinced there's treasure down this chimney, but I can't stand dark places, so I'm too scared to go down and have a look...

*: If I stand up here, I can see folks walking down below. Sometimes they see me and smile, and we have a little bit of a moment!

*: Sorry for all the fuss. Head on through. His Majesty's eager to speak with you.

*: If you want to see the King, you should come back in the morning.

*: So you really are the Luminary? I can only apologise for doubting you. Please, go right on through.

*: No one's allowed to enter the castle after dark, so you'll have to come back in the morning.

A curious power emanates from the root wrapped around the tree...

*: You must be the Luminary! It is truly an honour!

*: Welcome to Heliodor Castle! How long we have waited to meet the Luminary!

*: You must be the Luminary. You've created quite a stir, you know. It's nice to be able to meet you in person.

*: Ohhh, I like wot yer wearin'! That musty bumpkin look is really in right now!

*: His Majesty is waiting for you. To get to the throne room, head up these stairs and go straight on.

*: Climb these stairs and go straight on—the King is waiting for you.

*: To think it's been so many years since Dundrasil was attacked by that terrible horde of monsters! King Carnelian was lucky to make it out alive, you know.

*: And his daughter the Princess, well...she wasn't so lucky...

*: The world can be such a cruel place. Who would have thought that a beautiful kingdom could be wiped out just like that? Curse those monsters...

*: Well, at least we have Sir Hendrik. With the Hero of Heliodor to protect us, we won't be going the same way as Dundrasil any time soon.

*: I am afraid I cannot allow you to proceed any further.

*: Sorry, but this part of the castle is strictly off limits.

*: This tree has been here since before I was born. It is simply magnificent—it requires no care, but retains its noble form entirely naturally.

*: We have travelled for days for an audience with the King of Heliodor, and now we are told he has a more important guest! The impertinence!

*: Who could it be? It can surely only be another king—who else would outrank one such as I?

*: We are nobles of the most blue-blooded stock, and yet we have been told that we must wait for an audience with the King!

*: Hands off, urchin! Those are gifts for the King! You so much as touch them, and you'll be sorry...

*: I am stupendously wealthy, and have brought marvellous gifts for the King. But now I hear that he means to grant an audience to some upstart, and that I must wait! Hmph!

*: Oh! It's the Luminary! Err... Very nice to meet you. I'm a bit busy with my reading at the moment, though. Could we speak later, maybe...?

*: Ever since you arrived in the castle, there has been a curious tension in the air. I cannot quite put my finger on it...

*: As long as we have Sir Jasper and Sir Hendrik on our side, we Heliodorians have nothing to fear.

*: They've been fighting side by side to protect the kingdom ever since they were boys.

*: Sniflheim and Gallopolis aren't to be messed with, but there's no two ways about it, Heliodor is the most powerful kingdom in the world.

*: Our army will never allow the monsters to take over, you can be assured of that.

*: This is His Majesty's chamber, and before you ask, no—you're not coming in.

*: The stairs to the left and right will take you up to the top floor, but there's not much up there that's really worth seeing. And besides, you're here to see the King, aren't you? Focus on the task at hand, I always say!

*: This is the entrance to the late princess's chamber. I am afraid I cannot permit you to pass.

*: So you're the Darkspa... Sorry! Forgive me! Sometimes I think out loud, you see. Erm... His Majesty is very eager to see you!

*: His Majesty awaits you in the throne room.

*: His Majesty is a most munificent man, but he does not suffer fools gladly. My advice is not to do anything stupid.

*: Phew! Training with Sir Hendrik is exhausting! I'm just taking a little breather...

*: His Majesty asks that you speak with him right away. Please make your way to the throne room.

*: Well now... You must be the Luminary I've been hearing so much about!

*: You'll be looking for the throne room, I'll warrant. Well, it's on the floor below this one. The King is expecting you, I believe.

*: Fancy getting to meet you in person! His Majesty must be very pleased that you've finally appeared.

*: That red star in the sky is known as Erdwin's Lantern, you know.

*: Scholars have long wondered how it got that name, but I am afraid it has remained a mystery.

*: There's something shiny in that chandelier, but I can't quite reach it...

*: Hey! Cut it out!

*: Get a grip! Making a racket isn't going to help you any.

*: Sheesh! Keep it down, will you? There goes the neighbourhood...

*: Do you want to get caught or something? There's too many guards that way. Stick with me, okay?

There's no response. The guard is unconscious.

There's no response. The guard is unconscious.

*: Let's get out of here. You first!

It looks like <pc>'s neighbour has been busy. Go down the hole?<yesno>

*: They can't have got far! Spread out! Do not let them escape!

*: Sounds like they noticed we were missing. Umm, might be time to run...

It might be a good idea to stick with the other prisoner and avoid the guards...

*: Right, snuff that torch out and follow my lead!

It might be a good idea to snuff out the torch to avoid alerting the guards to your presence...

*: We can get across that bridge! Go on ahead and check it out...

*: We can get across that bridge! Light the torch again and go and check it out...

*: Come on! We need to move! Now!

*: If we don't get moving, we're dead meat. Run!

*: What are you doing!? Do you want to get eaten by that thing!?

*: This way! The Darkspawn is close, I know it!

*: They don't give up, do they? Let's get moving!

*: What are you doing!? We need to get away, and fast!

Erik

Come on, where are your manners? We can't leave without saying thanks to the nice old nun who helped us out!

Erik

Come on, we can't hit the road without saying thanks.

*: Now, my children, with those fugitives at large, you must take care. I shall offer what little succour I can...

Erik

Huh? Are you lost already? If we want to get to Heliodor, we'll need to head up the slope by the church.

These planks don't look hugely comfortable, but there don't seem to be any better options for bedding down nearby. Rest here?<yesno>

<pc> awakens after an uncomfortable night's sleep.

NOT USED

<pc> awakens after an uncomfortable night's sleep.

*: Oi! You're not getting through here, so clear off, will you?

*: 'Ello love. Are you wantin' to get through this way? Sorry, it ain't quite that simple at the mo.

*: Someone's pinched 'alf the planks again! They'll repair it eventually, but it'll take a little while, I reckon.

*: You won't find armour at better prices than this, believe me! Brand spanking new kit at knock-down prices! You can't say fairer than that!

*: Alright there? Tell me, are you sorted for swords? Bristling with blades? It's a dangerous world out there, so it pays to be prepared!

*: Welcome, an' all that... (cough cough) Me stock may not be much to look at—(splutter)—but it's the quality that counts.

*: Go on—(cough)—say you'll buy somefing. I need—(cough)—the bleedin' money! I'm brassic, an' it's not like I can—(splutter)—retire or anyfing...

*: Welcome to my fine establishment! It may be small, but it's perfectly formed! You'll have a great night's sleep, I guarantee it!

*: You after somefink, sunshine? Well, we don't serve kids in 'ere. Sling yer 'ook!

*: Or are you 'ere lookin' for work? Well, you can 'ave all the shifts you want—as long as you don't mind not gettin' paid! Nah-ah-ah-ah!

*: It is rare indeed for travellers to brave this rather down-at-heel part of town.

*: But since you are here, I recommend you talk to the locals—some of them are rather rough and ready, but they've good hearts for the most part. Now...

*: Sorry, you're not getting through here. I recommend you clear off, sharpish. Unless you want to spend the night in a nice, comfortable cell, that is...

*: .........

*: .........

*: Wot d'you fink you're starin' at, eh?

*: We can't find Cammo anywhere! 'E's the undisputed 'ide-and-seek champion of 'Eliodor!

*: Hee hee hee hee! Welcome to the mysterious realm of the magnificent Mistress Bev! Don't cross me palm wiv silver, an' I'll read yer fortune anyway! Hee hee! Well? Fancy it?<yesno>

Mistress Bev

Pah, well I knew you were gonna say that, obviously. But if you ever change yer mind, love, you know where to find me! It won't cost you a fing, remember!

Mistress Bev

I knew you'd say that! Hee hee! Right, 'ere goes...

Tell me, mysterious rulers of fate...

What's this lank-'aired lad 'ere got on his plate...?

Mistress Bev

...Oh dear me! Dear, oh dear, oh dear! I see pain...an' sadness! An' a big 'elpin' of grief and misfortune to boot!

Mistress Bev

But do not despair! You can avoid all this misery with just one wise investment...

Mistress Bev

This top-notch item would normally cost you an arm an' a leg, but I'll sell it to ya for the jaw-droppin'ly knock-down price of only 100 gold coins! So, what do you say?<yesno>

Mistress Bev

You wot!? After I give you a free readin', an' all!? Cheeky little toerag! Well, don't blame me if the sky comes crashin' down on yer 'ead! Go on, clear off!

Mistress Bev

Wot's your game? You ain't got the cash, you cheeky swine! Well, don't blame me if yer arms an' legs fall off!

Mistress Bev

Sold, to the boy wiv the 'airdo! 'Ere you go, love—knock yerself out!

<pc> receives some holy water.

Mistress Bev

Sprinkle some of that about the place, an' the beasties'll steer well clear. No more monster misery for you, sunshine!

Mistress Bev

...Wossat? You seen the same fing on sale down the road for 'alf the price? Well, that's business innit? Oh, we don't do returns, by the way. Sorry, love!

Mistress Bev

'Ang about... You're on one o' them Draconian Quests, ain'tcha? Which means you ain't no use to me. Go on, sling yer 'ook!

Mistress Bev

Use that 'oly water wisely, an' the beasties'll steer well clear.

Mistress Bev

...Wossat? You seen the same fing on sale down the road for 'alf the price? Well, that's business innit? Oh, we don't do returns, by the way. Sorry, love!

*: Keep yer wits about ya—them escaped prisoners're still at large. If they got out o' the castle dungeons, they ain't no part-timers. Prob'ly armed an' dangerous.

*: I should know—I used to be a bit of a villain meself. Done me fair share o' chokey in them same cells. Heh heh! Best years o' me life!

*: I was pretty wild in me younger days, let me tell ya. Always up to no good, I was. Spent a fair bit o' time in the dungeons for me troubles, an' all.

*: But now I'm repayin' me debt to society by working as a night watchman. Trust me, crime don't pay—so keep yer nose clean, an' stay out o' trouble!

*: Alright, mate? Want to hear somefink good?

*: It'll cost ya, mind you. Five gold coins for some proper juicy info! Wot d'ya say?<yesno>

*: You can't spare a measly five gold coins? Well, it's no skin off my nose. But if you change yer mind, you know where I am!

*: Sorry mate, but you seem to be a little lackin' in the funds department. I'd be careful if I was you, or you'll end up under this bridge wiv me!

*: Right! So if it's juicy info yer after, I've got it—firstly, oranges are an excellent source o' juice. But don't forget about bananas—them little fellas're juicier than you fink.

*: Wot, you don't believe me? Go an' get some fruit an' try it out for yerself! Juice is the future, you better believe it!

*: Grrr... Ruff ruff!

*: This place is legend'ry! It's filthy, it's got no roof and the food's bleedin' awful. But the drinks're cheap, and the dancers...heh, they're out o' this world!

*: I'll bet yer 'ere for an eyeful o' Roxy an' all, ain'tcha?<yesno>

*: Well, your loss, mate. Trust me, she's the bee's knees—an' then some!

*: Well then yer luck's about as good as mine, mate. Roxy ain't 'ere. She's on the other side o' the wall struttin' 'er stuff for all them posh lot up there.

*: I've been waitin' for 'er to get back for days. Aww, I can't wait to see 'er again! Come on, Rox...!

*: Welcome to downtown 'Eliodor, the grimy little secret the posh folks over the wall don't want you to know about! Heh!

*: You ain't from round 'ere, eh? Well, if you ain't got a reason to stick around, I wouldn't bovver.

*: ...Wossat? Yer lookin' for the dump? Well, yer in the right part o' town for rubbish! There's a great big pile of it right in the middle.

*: Roll up, roll up! Get yer fresh veg 'ere! I got yer onions, yer spuds—the 'ole lot!

*: Don't go eatin' 'em raw, mind you. Nah, you'll wanna boil 'em for a good two, three hours first. Maybe disinfect 'em a bit an' all...

*: Can't...fall...asleep... (yawn) Thieves'll...nick...me...veg...

*: Them numpties up at the castle locked up some Lumin'ry bloke 'oo's s'posed to bring disaster an' destruction, an' then they went an' let 'im escape!

*: 'Avin' 'im on the loose'll play 'avoc wiv the price o' veg! I can barely scrape the cash togevver for a bunch o' mangy carrots as it is!

*: I dunno much about this Lumin'ry character, but I know they should lock him up and throw away the key! Them guards need to get off their backsides and track 'im down!

*: I can't wait to see the back o' this town—there's no money, no 'ope, no nuffink!

*: But where else am I gonna go, eh? This is 'ome, even if it is bloomin' awful...

*: This singer bloke knows wot 'e's talkin' about! Fings might look bleak, but you can't go givin' up!

*: After all, 'oo knows what tomorrow'll bring?

*: This is the life for me! I don't want to work or have responsibilities or have to answer to anyone. No, this is exactly where I want to be!

*: 'Ello love. Are you wantin' to get through this way? Sorry, it ain't quite that simple at the mo.

*: Someone's pinched 'alf the planks again! They'll repair it eventually, but it'll take a little while, I reckon.

*: Hanging out here jamming is all well and good, but I can't help feeling I'd like to play in front of some slightly bigger crowds...

*: But that would mean hitting the nice part of town, and I don't have the money or the contacts to get past the checkpoint. If only there was a way of sneaking through...

*: Oh, I'm livin' in Heliodor, workin' for the Man, ♪

An' I'm just tryin' to do the best I can! ♪

*: But no matter how bad things might get, ♪

I can't give up—the game ain't over yet! ♪

*: See the veg in this shop? Well, guess 'oo smuggles it over from the other side o' the wall? That's right—yours truly! It's good stuff, eh?

*: I mean, fair enough, some of it's a little on the...erm...ripe side...but it's still tasty! You wouldn't believe the fings them rich lot chuck away!

*: See the big tough-lookin' bloke over there? Well, 'e's only been sittin' there for days waitin' for that dancer Roxy to come back. Talk about moon-eyed!

*: The workin' man's an idiot, if you ask me. Wot's the point o' slavin' away every poxy hour o' the day just to earn a pittance?

*: Nah, gimme a life o' freedom any day. Bit o' wheelin' an' dealin'—just enough to keep the wolf from the door—wot more does a man need?

*: Ah-phew! Ah-phew!

*: If you go up to the nice part o' town, there's loads o' good jobs, but down 'ere, we 'ave to make do wiv rubbish. There ain't no security, an' there ain't no future. The world ain't fair!

*: Zzz... Gurgle...

*: Heh heh heh! I'm Cammo, the king of 'ide-an'-seek! Wait—don't tell me you're playin' too?<yesno>

*: ...Alright, well, promise you won't tell no one else where I am!

*: Gah! You got me! I can't believe I got found by a grown-up! I need to up me game!

*: When there's a lot o' people livin' in a small space, you 'ave to build upwards—that's why I live up 'ere on the second floor.

*: I ain't sayin' it's ideal, mind you. The floor's all wonky, an' gettin' up an' down is a right ol' pain. Still, it's 'ome.

*: I'm sure I saw Cammo come this way, but I can't find 'im anywhere!

*: We're playin' 'ide-and-seek, but I can't find Cammo anywhere! 'E's too bleedin' good!

*: I bet 'e went up that ladder! It's not fair! 'E knows I'm scared of 'eights!

*: Geh heh! Nuffink tastes better than a drink bought wiv someone else's money! Ahh, I got the best job in the world!

*: Geh heh heh! Wot kind o' mug sleeps out in the open wiv pockets full o' change, eh? I 'ad to take a bit really. Teach 'im a lesson, like.

*: 'Ang about—you're......! Ulp! Listen, I didn't mean nuffink by it, honest! You'll forgive a bloke an honest mistake, won'tcha?<yesno>

*: Mate, mate, listen—it was nuffink personal, alright? Let's just be grown-ups about this an' put it behind us, yeah?<yesno>

*: Geh heh! Nice one, mate. I could tell you were the reasonable type. Now, in light o' yer generosity, let me see wot I can manage in terms o' compensation...

<pc> receives 3 gold coins!

*: ...Wossat, mate? I owe you more than that, you reckon? Well sorry, but that's yer lot!

*: You shoulda come and found me earlier. I've gone an' spent most o' yer dosh at this fine establishment now, ain't I? Wot can I say? Sorry, guv.

*: Geh heh! Wot a great night! Ahhh, I wouldn't trade me job for anyfink! Not in a million years!

*: Gah! 'Ow did I end up 'ere? 'Ow did fings come to this? 'Ow am I gonna get out o' this one?

*: ...Eh? 'Oo are you? D'you want somefing? 'Cos if not, I recommend you clear off. I've got enough on me plate wivout you bovverin' me.

*: Life isn't easy for a trainee sorceress, let me tell you. I mean, how am I supposed to do any magic with my tummy rumbling like this?

*: If only there were a spell that could summon a big loaf of freshly baked bread...

*: Welcome to downtown 'Eliodor, the grimy little secret the posh folks over the wall don't want you to know about! Heh!

*: You ain't from round 'ere, eh? Well, if you ain't got a reason to stick around, I wouldn't bovver.

*: ...Eh? An inn run by a red'ead? It's over to the east o' town, mate. Two-storey place, you can't miss it.

Erik

Hey, what are you doing? Climb that tower and watch out for Ruby!

Erik

The watchtower over by where the guard's standing—you can't miss it. Get up there and keep your eyes peeled.

*: Welcome to downtown 'Eliodor, the grimy little secret the posh folks over the wall don't want you to know about! Heh!

*: You ain't from round 'ere, eh? Well, if you ain't got a reason to stick around, I wouldn't bovver.

Erik

Hey! Where are you going? We need to get to the inn!

*: Heh heh! Nice one, Bullseye! That great big coward of a guard nearly weed 'imself when 'e saw ya!

*: .........

*: Wot d'you fink you're starin' at, eh? Get lost!

*: Heh heh! Now we know 'is weak spot! Petrified, 'e was! 'Ow'd 'e make it through Guard School, that's wot I wanna know!

*: Ahhh, that's the funniest fing I've seen in years! You know wot I'm talkin' about, don'tcha?<yesno>

*: Heh heh! So you saw it too, eh? I can't remember the last time I laughed that much!

*: Yer kiddin'? Heh heh! You missed the sight of the century!

*: See that guard over there? Well, an 'armless little doggie went up to 'im, an' 'e went to pieces! Shakin' like a leaf, 'e was!

*: She did it on purpose o' course, the little rascal 'oo owns him. 'Ates the bloke, she does!

*: Heh heh! Nice one, Bullseye! That great big coward of a guard nearly weed 'imself when 'e saw ya!

*: .........

*: Wot d'you fink you're starin' at, eh? Get lost!

*: ...You wot? You wanna borrow me dog!? Yer 'avin' a giraffe, ain'tcha!? Look, I ain't got time for this—go on, sling yer 'ook!

*: Bullseye 'ere is a lone wolf like me. 'E don't take kindly to strangers.

*: Ahh, but you know wot? Some 'oly water an' a buzzberry or two might change 'is mind...

*: Wot are you gawpin' at me like that for? It ain't like I'm askin' much! Just go an' shake the tree an' grab some berries, innit.

*: Go out o' town, down the walkway fing an' straight on. Big tree, funny berries on it. Bosh.

*: An' as for 'oly water, well, that's easy—buy it from a shop!

*: An' remember, I didn't say 'oly water OR buzzberries—I want 'em both, otherwise no deal.

*: Wot, did you fink I was just gonna 'and over me dog to some stranger?

*: Nah, there's gotta be somefink in it for me, innit? That's 'ow fings work round 'ere. So get me some 'oly water an' a buzzberry or two, then we'll talk.

*: It ain't like I'm askin' much. Just go an' shake the tree an' grab some berries, innit.

*: Go out o' town, down the walkway fing an' straight on. Big tree, funny berries on it. Bosh.

*: An' as for 'oly water, well, that's easy—buy it from a shop!

*: An' remember, I didn't say 'oly water OR buzzberries—I want 'em both, otherwise no deal.

*: Wot, did you fink I was just gonna 'and over me dog to some stranger?

*: Nah, there's gotta be somefink in it for me, innit? That's 'ow fings work round 'ere. So get me some 'oly water an' a buzzberry or two, then we'll talk.

Give the buzzberries and holy water to the girl?<yesno>

*: No goods, no dog—simple as that. Go on, scram!

*: Let's see now... Yeah, that looks like wot I asked for. Blimey, you actually brought it! Mug!

*: 'Ere, Bullseye. It's yer favourite—buzzberries! We'll share these, alright?

*: Arf!

*: Heh! Good, ain't they? Right, let's sprinkle this 'oly water on ya, shall we? 'Ere we go...

*: Now the monsters'll steer clear when you go playin' outside town. Nice.

*: Woof! Woof!

*: Wot? Don't look at me like that. Bullseye looks after me, an' I look after 'im. Anyway, a promise is a promise. 'E's yours for a bit. Look after 'im, alright?

*: Bullseye! Listen, boy! Go an' play wiv the nice man for a bit, okay?

*: Arf! Woof woof!

*: Wotever it is you need 'im for, make it quick, alright? That dog's me only family.

*: Eh? Don't tell me you wanna borrow Bullseye again?<yesno>

*: Bullseye! Listen, boy! Go an' play wiv the nice man for a bit, okay?

*: Arf! Woof woof!

*: 'Ang about! Where's Bullseye? I told you to look after 'im, didn't I?

*: ...Wossat? 'E's barkin' at that guard bloke? Oh-ho! Once that one starts yappin', 'e don't stop!

*: Heh heh heh! I'm Cammo, the king of 'ide-an'-seek! Wait—don't tell me you're playin' too?<yesno>

*: ...Okay, well, promise you won't tell anyone where I am, an' I'll tell you somefing top-secret.

*: 'Ere goes... Well, you know the red'ead 'oo runs the inn? When she was younger, she looked exactly like Roxy the dancer!

*: An' you know wot's weirder? Their 'andwritin's exactly the same too! Nuts, innit?

*: I keep meanin' to get 'er to write a letter pretendin' to be Roxy. Reckon I could cause some 'avoc wiv that! Heh!

*: Gah! You got me! I can't believe I got found by a grown-up! I need to up me game!

*: Tell you wot, 'ow about we make a little deal? Promise you won't tell no one where I am, and I'll tell you somefing top-secret.

*: 'Ere goes... Well, you know the red'ead 'oo runs the inn? When she was younger, she looked exactly like Roxy the dancer!

*: An' you know wot's weirder? Their 'andwritin's exactly the same too! Nuts, innit?

*: I keep meanin' to get 'er to write a letter pretendin' to be Roxy. Reckon I could cause some 'avoc wiv that! Heh!

Ruby

...Wossat, love? Yer after a way to get past the guard? Wot are you two rascals up to, eh?

Ruby

Well, that's your business, I s'pose. All I can say is, 'e's a young chap, so 'e's prob'ly got love on 'is mind most of the time. You know wot men are like, eh?

Ruby

A year or two back, I could've turned 'is 'ead meself, you know. I was quite a stunner in me day. But them days are gone, I'm afraid...

Ruby

Word is you two are goin' round askin' all kinds o' questions. Wot's goin' on, eh?

Ruby

You wot? You want me to 'elp you forge a love letter from Roxy to that guard? Cor, you don't ask much, do ya!?

Ruby

But I reckon it might be a laugh, you know. I've seen 'ow 'e looks at 'er. Smitten, 'e is!

Ruby

...Go on, then. You know I don't like messin' wiv people's 'eads usually.

Ruby

But it ain't like 'e don't deserve it. An' besides, anyfink for my darlin' Erik! Let's see if I've still got the old magic, shall we?

Ruby takes out some writing paper and a pen and composes a red-hot love letter!

Ruby

There we go! I've put 'earts over the ‘I’s and little kiss marks, just like wot Roxy does. Give this to that moon-eyed guard and watch it work its magic!

<pc> receives the forged love letter!

Ruby

I know I ain't one to talk, but you keep yerselves out o' trouble, alright? I'd 'ate to see you thrown in jail.

Ruby

Go on—go an' give that love letter to the guard. 'E'll never guess in a million years I wrote it! Heh heh!

Ruby

So, did me little love letter do the trick? I'll bet it got his heart poundin' ten to the dozen! Ahh, you blokes ain't 'alf gullible!

A sudden gust of wind blows the love letter away!

*: I don't know what you're skulking about for—there's no way I'm letting the likes of you through here!

*: Wot d'you want? Can't you tell I'm busy?

*: ...You wot? Yer tryin' to come up wiv a way to get past the guard, and yer finkin' o' usin'...a dog!?

*: Are you bleedin' mad!? If 'e gets wind o' you tryin' any funny business, you'll be straight in the dungeons!

*: Wot you need is a foolproof plan. ...An' I just so 'appen to 'ave one!

*: I do a little bit o' tunnel-buildin' on the side, see. An' it just so 'appens that me latest creation is just about finished.

*: But I've only gone an' broken the flintstone I've been usin' to dig wiv. I was so close, an' all!

*: If you could sort me out wiv a new one, well...

*: I might find it in me 'eart to let you be the lucky devil who gets to...test me little passage through the wall, if you know wot I mean. Heh heh. Well? You up for it?<yesno>

*: Heh heh! Come on, don't be like that! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, mate!

*: So come on, wot d'you reckon? You gonna take me up on me little offer or not?<yesno>

*: Heh heh! That's the spirit! I knew you'd see sense! After all, you'd be a fool to pass up a chance like this!

*: I reckon if you search round town, you'll turn up a bit o' flintstone in the end. Smash a few pots, see what you can find, innit.

*: First bloke through the wall! Talk about an honour! And that, my friend, could be you!

*: I reckon if you search round town, you'll turn up a bit o' flintstone in the end. Smash a few pots, see what you can find, innit.

*: Oh ho! Wot've we got 'ere then? Looks like a nice piece o' flintstone to me! So, are you gonna give it 'ere, or wot?<yesno>

*: Eh!? ‘No’!? Are you kiddin' me!? Don't mess me about, alright?

*: Much obliged! Now I can finally finish me tunnel! Gimme just a second 'ere...

*: Right, one last push! Hup! Not far now... Hup! That's it, go on, my son... Hup! I can see light! One more biggun... HUP!!!

*: I did it! Me masterpiece is finished at last!

*: It's beautiful! Just beautiful! An' I couldn't've done it wivout ya! You little beauty! Heh heh!

*: Right, don't let no one say I ain't a man o' me word—go on, through you go. First dibs is all yours.

*: Heh heh! Tunnels, eh? Nuffink else quite gives you that magical feelin' o' goin' from one place to anuvver wivout 'avin' to go round. Well, use it as much as you like!

It seems to be a tunnel linking this part of Heliodor to an alley in the upper part of town. Go through it?<yesno>

*: Not so fast, you! There's no way you're coming through here!

*: Roxy's worth 'er weight in gold, she really is. She's the most famous dancer in the city, so everyone's 'eard of 'er, rich and poor. Which means she always packs the place out!

*: When she first told me she wanted to work 'ere, my jaw nearly 'it the floor! You don't find talent like that every day, I'm tellin' ya.

*: N-Nooo! Not a dog! Anything but that! Eeek!

*: I can't be standing here on sentry duty at a time like this! No, when love calls, one must answer!

*: Zzz... Mmm, Roxy... My darling Roxy...! We'll be together...mmm...forever... Zzz...

*: All's well in Heliodor!

*: Not so fast, you! There's no way you're coming through here!

*: ...Of course, there is one way to get me to change my mind. I'm talking about cold hard cash, and lots of it—2000 gold coins, to be precise. So, what do you say?<yesno>

*: Well, in that case there's nothing doing. May I suggest you make yourself scarce? Sharpish!

*: Pah! Do you think I can't count or something? Come back when you've got enough!

*: Zzz... (sniff) Zzz...

*: 'Ello, 'andsome! You're new! Let me guess—come from somewhere out in the sticks to see yours truly strut 'er stuff, 'ave ya? Tee hee! Thought so! Well, enjoy!

*: I ain't short on fans, ya know. Even the little nippers love me! There's this one in particular, but 'e ain't around at the mo. Prob'ly off playin' 'ide-and-seek...

*: 'E's quite a character, that one. Got all these...'idey-'oles all around town, 'e 'as. Sits in 'em an' earwigs on all the latest gossip, the cheeky little toerag.

*: What is it, love? Did you wanna ask me somefink?<yesno>

*: Hee hee! Just 'ere to watch me strut me stuff then, eh? Well, tonight I'm gonna give it me all, so enjoy!

*: ...Eh? You want me to distract the guard wiv me good looks an' winnin' personality? Sorry love, can't 'elp you there, I'm afraid.

*: When yer a stunner like me, you soon learn not to mess wiv blokes' feelings. Never ends well, believe me.

*: An' besides, if I start doin' special favours for you, all the fans'll be askin'. Not worth the 'assle, love. Sorry.

*: This place is legend'ry! It's filthy, it's got no roof and the food's bleedin' awful. But the drinks're cheap, and the dancers...heh, they're out o' this world!

*: I'll bet yer 'ere for an eyeful o' Roxy an' all, ain'tcha?<yesno>

*: Well, your loss, mate. Trust me, she's the bee's knees—an' then some!

*: Well, yer out o' luck I'm afraid. Ol' Roxy don't get 'ere till the sun goes down.

*: Not that she's been back for a while. I've been waitin' for 'er for days now... Aww, I can't wait to see 'er again! Come on, Rox...!

*: Roxy darlin', you rock my world!

*: Nobody does it better than Roxy! No, I'll never get tired o' watchin' 'er do 'er stuff, not in a million years, mate!

*: Welcome to downtown 'Eliodor, the grimy little secret the posh folks over the wall don't want you to know about! Heh!

*: You ain't from round 'ere, eh? Well, if you ain't got a reason to stick around, I wouldn't bovver.

*: ...Wossat? Yer lookin' to get over the other side of the wall?

*: Now you mention it, I did 'ear a rumour about some bloke diggin' a tunnel. Dunno 'oo, though. Or where...

*: 'Ello, love. 'Ave you seen all the nippers playin' 'ide-and-seek round town? It's all the rage wiv the littluns these days. Word is, young Cammo's the sneakiest of the lot.

*: An' the ears on the boy! There ain't a bit o' gossip 'e don't catch. Told me the other day he'd got somefink juicy on the guard down at the gate there.

*: ...You wot? You want a word wiv 'im, you say? Well, last I saw, 'e was up in the walkways somewhere.

*: Hanging out here jamming is all well and good, but I can't help feeling I'd like to play in front of some slightly bigger crowds...

*: But that would mean hitting the nice part of town, and I don't have the money or contacts to get past the checkpoint. If only there was a way of sneaking through...

*: Cor, I dunno wot I'd do wivout Roxy!

*: All me problems, all me worries, they just disappear when she starts dancin'. Ahh, she's the best!

It seems to be a tunnel linking this part of Heliodor to the slums. Go through it?<yesno>

Erik

Wait! The guards'll spot us! It's too risky!

Erik

If we need to leave, we'll have to do it from downtown.

Erik

Hold up, <pc>. The guards aren't going to let us past, so we'll need to find another way to get to Derk's shop.

Erik

Hey! If the guards spot us now, this will all have been for nothing. We need to get to Derk's shop!

‘Wanted: The Darkspawn

This dangerous fugitive is believed to be at large in Heliodor.

If you see him, alert the authorities immediately.’

*: With Heliodor's crack troops on the case, those fugitives don't stand a chance!

*: Hm? You know, I have the strangest feeling I've seen your face somewhere before...

*: I can't sleep at night thinking about those terrifying fugitives who've escaped from the castle. I hope they catch them soon!

*: I heard that those criminals who escaped were being kept in the deepest dungeon in the castle before they broke out.

*: If they were locked up down there, it must mean they were the worst of the worst. Brrr! I just hope I don't run into them!

*: Have you heard about the Darkspawn? Apparently, they had him locked up in the dungeons, but he managed to escape.

*: I don't know much about him, but he's supposed to have this grudge against the world which makes him want to destroy everything. Sounds like a pretty sinister character to me...

*: I'm sure I've seen your ugly mug somewhere before...

*: I just wish I could remember where it was...

*: Well, never mind. I can't let myself be distracted—I need to stay focused on finding the Darkspawn.

*: If they're sending all these soldiers to catch two fugitives, they must be some seriously scary individuals.

*: What is all this kerfuffle? Whatever in the world is going on?

*: I'm not sure what's going on, but all I know is that with Sir Hendrik on our side, we'll be safe.

*: Apparently, one of the fugitives is a nasty little thief by the name of Erik. The last I heard, he broke into the royal treasure rooms in search of loot.

*: If he'd known what was good for him, he'd have stayed in his cell and had a good think about what he'd done. But oh no! He had to go and break out, the rotter!

*: Those fugitives might think they're clever, but our men are going to catch up with them! Justice will be done, you mark my words!

*: The best thing to do is show them the old Heliodorian spirit. Keep calm and carry on, that's what I say!

*: Everyone's making a fuss about these fugitives, but I'm just going to have a nice, refreshing drink and leave it all to the brave guards of Heliodor!

*: It was quite a sight to see Sir Jasper ride by with his troops! He's just so... So dashing!

*: I just can't wait for him to catch those awful outlaws and return. Rest assured, I'll be here to cheer him on!

*: Apparently, the two criminals who broke out of the dungeon are stone-cold killers without an emotion between them. I just pray I can stay out of their way...

*: I'm too young to die...

*: Ah-phew! Ah-phew!

*: Every soldier in town is running around saying some character called the Darkspawn is on the loose. I can't make head nor tail of it.

*: All I know is they've got me too het up to enjoy my food! Honestly, what is the world coming to?

*: I heard that the fugitives were trying to find a way to sneak out of town.

*: If I were you, I wouldn't go wandering around—you never know who you might bump into.

*: A colleague of mine told me that the fugitives were cornered while they were escaping, and ended up jumping off a cliff.

*: They must have survived though, otherwise they wouldn't have us out looking for them. I hope we find them soon...

*: Wherever you're going, whatever you're doing, don't even think about setting off without perusing my fine wares!

*: ...What's that? Is this Derk's shop? Well, I'm very flattered, but I'm afraid not. No, his is in a much more exclusive location up by the castle.

*: ...What's that? Is this Derk's shop? Well, I'm very flattered, but I'm afraid not. No, his is in a much more exclusive location up by the castle.

*: You've got the Darkspawn on the loose and more and more monsters roaming round the place. Something's seriously wrong with the world...

*: ‘Darkspawn’... ‘Darkspawn’... Brrr! Just saying the word is enough to send shivers down my spine!

*: They're saying that the Darkspawn is destined to revive some kind of evil spirit. Well, all I know is that I don't want to run into him in a dark alley!

*: ...Hm? What's that? What kind of evil spirit? I haven't got the foggiest, I'm afraid. I'm just repeating something a soldier told me.

*: Allow me to give you some free financial advice: if you've managed to save some money, you're best off putting it in the bank. No ne'er-do-wells will be able to nobble it there.

*: ...What's that? You're looking for a shop run by someone called Derk? Hmm... I've got a feeling there's someone by that name who lives in a big mansion by the castle.

*: If you're heading up to that part of town, take my advice and use the rope up on the roof of this house. You'll be there much quicker.

*: Just one word of advice: you'll need to be able to jump to get up there. You can do that by pressing , in case you didn't know.

*: This soldier just told me this was no place for kids, and that I should get home before the Darkspawn catches me. Whatever...

*: Hey, I heard some grown-ups talking. They said the Darkspawn has a grudge against everyone in the whole world!

*: But why? What did we ever do to him?

*: From what I hear, this Darkspawn fellow can't be a human being. He's clearly some kind of monster!

*: The other fugitive is some thief by the name of Erik. He's definitely human as far as I know—so what does he think he's doing associating with that...thing!?

*: This Darkspawn bloke is bad news. They say 'e's gonna trigger a calamity that'll end life as we know it. Don't sound too good, does it?

*: Mind you, 'owever bad 'e is, 'e can't be as frightenin' as my muvver-in-law!

*: The guards really slipped up, it seems. The last person you want escaping from the dungeons is someone hell-bent on reviving a terrifying evil spirit.

*: I've never seen Heliodor in such a state of panic and confusion. I really, really hope this will all blow over soon.

Erik

I wouldn't go near the castle unless you want to be slung in the cells again...

*: Why, hello. Charmed, I'm sure. You must be Erik. One is lucky enough to be married to the magnificent Derk. He has told us such an awful lot about you!

*: One understands that you are quite the most light-fingered gentleman in all the realm. Fascinating... It's an honour to meet such a...rogue.

*: So apparently, someone told the authorities they'd spotted someone who looked just like the Darkspawn. That's why everyone's on high alert.

*: I just saw a whole troop of soldiers racing toward the gates. I daresay they must have spotted these escaped prisoners everyone's been talking about.

*: If you're ever heading to the nicer part of town, take my advice and use the rope up on the roof of this house. You'll be there in no time.

Derk

A little bird tells me that 'Endrik an' 'is men took that orb to the Kingsbarrow, an' it's been under lock an' key there ever since.

Derk

Don't envy the poor mugs that little journey. You 'ave to go round by the Manglegrove to get there—an' that place is every bit as nasty as it sounds...

*: Heh heh! Couldn't've come at a better time, mate!

*: I do a little bit o' tunnel-buildin' on the side, see. An' it just so 'appens that me latest creation is just about finished.

*: But I've only gone an' broken the flintstone I've been usin' to dig wiv. I was so close, an' all!

*: If you could sort me out wiv a new one, well...

*: I might find it in me 'eart to let you be the lucky devil who gets to...test me little passage through the wall, if you know wot I mean. Heh heh. Well? You up for it?<yesno>

*: Heh heh! Come on, don't be like that! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, mate!

*: So come on, wot d'you reckon? You gonna take me up on me little offer or not?<yesno>

*: Heh heh! That's the spirit! I knew you'd see sense! After all, you'd be a fool to pass up a chance like this!

*: I reckon if you search round town, you'll turn up a bit o' flintstone in the end. Smash a few pots, see what you can find, innit.

*: First bloke through the wall! Talk about an honour! And that, my friend, could be you!

*: I reckon if you search round town, you'll turn up a bit o' flintstone in the end. Smash a few pots, see what you can find, innit.

*: Oh ho! Wot've we got 'ere then? Looks like a nice piece o' flintstone to me! So, are you gonna give it 'ere, or wot?<yesno>

*: Eh!? ‘No’!? Are you kiddin' me!? Don't mess me about, alright?

*: Much obliged! Now I can finally finish me tunnel! Gimme just a second 'ere...

*: Right, one last push! Hup! Not far now... Hup! That's it, go on, my son... Hup! I can see light! One more biggun... HUP!!!

*: I did it! Me masterpiece is finished at last!

*: It's beautiful! Just beautiful! An' I couldn't've done it wivout ya! You little beauty! Heh heh!

*: Right, don't let no one say I ain't a man o' me word—go on, through you go. First dibs is all yours.

*: Heh heh! Tunnels, eh? Nuffink else quite gives you that magical feelin' o' goin' from one place to anuvver wivout 'avin' to go round. Well, use it as much as you like!

*: Come on, mister! You ain't busy or nuffink! Come an' play 'ide-and-seek wiv us!

*: I wanted to keep playin', but that old night watchman told me to clear off and go 'ome! 'E's stupid! An' really old!

*: Welcome to downtown 'Eliodor, the grimy little secret the posh folks over the wall don't want you to know about! Heh!

*: You ain't from round 'ere, eh? Well, if you ain't got a reason to stick around, I wouldn't bovver.

*: ...You wot? Yer plannin' on goin' to the Manglegrove? Well, I'd strongly recommend you don't, but if you insist, it's due south of 'ere.

*: Come off it, will you? If you want to play, play with kids your own age!

*: Why would I want to play hide-and-seek? I'm a grown man! Now get out of my hair, will you?

*: I know it sounds a bit weird, but I gave my house to a bunch of local brats to look after. Well, I didn't need it any more.

*: A house is somewhere to live with a family. It's not a place to rattle round in on your own. The way things turned out, I realised I was better off getting rid of it.