Aldric: tapping fingers D-does this m-make sense? Soda Pop and Stars Conflict Zone? What d-does it mean?
That’s what the map calls it, but if I’m reading it right, there’s something unusual going on here. It’s not just random pins.
leans in closer, examining the map Show me. Show me what you've got. Maybe I can decipher this mess.
puts the map away and pulls out another one This one shows that the stars are shifting. They’re changing their positions as if something is altering their course. And here, these pins… they seem to be connected to these points in the sky. Like they’re anchors or something.
narrows eyes, deep in thought Interesting. So we have shifting stars and anchored pins. This could be some kind of cosmic puzzle or a trap.
I don’t know. But I thought you might be able to sense something more. You know, like if it’s dangerous or if we should avoid it.
leans back, contemplating Danger is always lurking, my friend. But if we're dealing with celestial bodies and mysterious pins, this could be a powerful artifact or a deadly trap.
Well, I can’t say for sure. My senses are useless when it comes to things beyond our world. That’s why I need your help.
stands up and starts pacing Alright, let's break it down. We have an unknown location with shifting stars and anchored pins.
... And a name that sounds like a soda pop brand. The Starstream Soda Co.
pauses, looking intrigued Starstream Soda Co.? Sounds like a front for something more sinister. We need to dig deeper.
How do you propose we do that? I’ve already got these two maps. What else can we do?
smirks We start by gathering information. We need to find out everything we can about this Starstream Soda Co. and its connection to the shifting stars.
Alright. Let’s start with the city library then. That’s where all the answers begin.
grabs his cloak and heads towards the door No time to waste, my friend. We'll gather the information we need and crack this case wide open.
nods, grabbing his backpack Okay. Let’s get moving.
pulls out a map and starts plotting their route Alright, let's head to the city library. It's time to dig into the history of this Starstream Soda Co. and uncover any secrets they might be hiding.
And when we find out what it is, what then? Do we take it? Or do we destroy it?
smirks Destruction is always the last resort, my friend. But before we get to that point, we need to understand the true nature of this artifact.
Yeah, understanding is always the best first step.
pulls out a small pouch filled with various lockpicks Time to pick some locks, my friend. We need to gain access to the information hidden within these walls.
smirks Always with the lockpicks, huh? Let’s hope we don’t run into any guards in there.
whispering Guards? Pfft, who needs to worry about a few low-ranking guards? We just need to focus on our mission: uncovering the secrets of Starstream Soda Co.
smirking Alright, Aldric. Let’s do this.
steps forward, scanning the room for any hidden cameras or traps Stay close, my friend. We don't want any surprises along the way.
looks around the room This place is huge. Where do we even begin?
pulls out a small device from his pocket We start by scanning the area for any hidden magical signatures.
squints If there’s magic involved, it gets even more complicated. But you’ve dealt with that before, right?
activates the device, which begins to emit a soft hum No need to worry, my friend. I've dealt with magical security measures plenty of times.
Grins Then let’s get to it.
notices a faint magical signature emanating from a nearby bookshelf Ah, I see it now. There's a hidden chamber behind this bookshelf.
Raising an eyebrow A hidden chamber? Sounds like it’s worth checking out. Lead the way, Aldric.
smirks and gestures towards the bookshelf Just watch your step, my friend. There might be traps or enchantments guarding whatever secrets lie within.