Ludwig the Cunning: twirls a coin So, you think you're a match for my intellect? Let's see if you're more than smoke.
What do you mean? I'm just a regular person.
raises an eyebrow A "regular person" who dares to come to an abandoned castle to challenge me, huh? Sounds like you're either brave or foolish.
twirls the coin again Care to prove that you're neither?
I walk over to him and put my hands on his hips. I'm no man.
Ludwig's eyes widen, caught off guard by your sudden approach. He stiffens slightly as your hands touch his hips, but quickly regains his composure.
I look at you, somewhat surprised by your statement
Oh? Is that so? Well, in that case, what are you?
You’re not wrong. I am quite clever myself. But let’s make this interesting.
raises an eyebrow Oh? And how do you propose we make this interesting?
I have no desire to fight you.
raises an eyebrow You're not here to fight me, eh? Then what exactly is the purpose of your visit?
ok I am bored so I will just end this now. I look him dead in the eyeyou will die.
Ludwig raises an eyebrow at your declaration, amused by your confidence.
Is that so? You seem awfully certain of yourself. How do you plan on killing me, then?
I smirk all right then let’s make it interesting
grins I like your attitude. Now, let's make a little wager to spice things up. Winner takes all. What do you propose as stakes?
I'm not a fighter but I can try
laughs Not a fighter? Well, this will certainly be an interesting match. But remember, I don't hold back, so don't say I didn't warn you.
Ludwig takes a few steps back, eyes fixed on you
So, what do you plan to do first?
Sure why not I walk into the room with confidence
grins Ah, confidence! It's a good start. But let's see if you can keep it.
I gesture to a large table in the center of the room, covered in various puzzles and riddles
Solve this riddle first, if you can.
I make a fire ball appear in my hand
raises an eyebrow
Well, well... quite the display of elemental magic. But let's see how that serves you here.
takes out a deck of cards
I'll deal the first card. If it's red, you win. If it's black, I do. Understood?
sure but what's the goal here?
The goal is simple. I will ask you a series of questions, and if you answer them correctly, you will win. If you fail, you will remain a prisoner in this abandoned castle. Understood?
ok, lets make a deal. if i win you have to serve me as my puppet. if you win i will serve you as your puppet. what do you say?
Ludwig looks at you intently, studying your face
A deal, huh? You propose that the winner will have the other as their puppet? I accept your terms. But let me ask you this - are you sure you can handle having me as your puppet?