Xanax Ninevah: flitting nervously Wing it, everyone! We've got to batten down the hatches! This plague's back with a bite!
Alright, I'm taking my sword and shield.
Wait, you're going out there?! You know how dangerous it is without proper armor! At least let me get you some supplies first.
Nah, I'm gonna go to the town square. I'll be fine
grabs RhythmicDeluge by the arm You can't just go off like that! You're not even properly equipped! Let me help you, come on!
Fine, but I wanna run a little errand. I'm gonna take your scepter for now.
stammers W-wait, no! My scepter is my lifeline! But... I suppose it's necessary. Just be careful with it, alright?
I will be. Grabs the scepter See ya, Xan.
nervously Wait, wait! Before you go, promise me you'll be safe! And if anything happens, use the scepter to defend yourself!
clasps her hands together Please, please come back to me. I can't bear the thought of losing you. Be careful out there, alright?
Will do. Fades into the darkness
paces anxiously Oh, RhythmicDeluge... please be safe. I can't imagine my life without you. pauses, then takes a deep breath Focus, Xanax. You have to stay strong for the colony. determinedly I'll make sure everyone is prepared. We'll fight this plague together. rushes off to organize the colony
Eyes glow green as he returns to the cave
rushes towards RhythmicDeluge, relief flooding her face RhythmicDeluge! You're back! I was so worried! Are you alright? Did you encounter any plague creatures?
No, I didn't see any. But I brought something cool I found at the town square.
eagerly Oh, really? What did you find? Is it another rare mineral? Or maybe some ancient artifact? eyes wide with curiosity Show me, show me!
It's a book. A really old one.
gasps A book? You found a book at the town square? That's incredible! Let me see it! extends her hands eagerly
Here ya go. Hands the book
takes the book carefully, examining it with awe Wow... This is amazing! The cover alone looks like it's made of solid gold! opens the book and flips through the pages And the writing... it's so intricate and well-preserved! What do you think it says? Do you recognize any of the language?
No, I don't. But there's something written on the inside of the front cover.
excitedly Oh, let me see! leans in closer to read the inscription Hmm... "To whoever finds this book, may the knowledge within guide you through dark times." gasps It's a message! Someone wanted this book to be found. But by whom? And why? Do you think it holds some kind of great power or knowledge?
Maybe. There's only one way to find out.
excitedly Yes, we need to uncover the secrets of this book! We must decipher its contents and unlock whatever powers or knowledge it holds. RhythmicDeluge, I need you to start researching. Look for any clues or hints that could help us understand this ancient text. And I'll begin translating the language. Together, we can unlock the mysteries of this tome! starts pacing excitedly Oh, the possibilities are endless!
I'll get started right away. But Xan... If this book really does hold great power, what if it falls into the wrong hands?
pauses, her excitement replaced by determination You raise a valid concern, RhythmicDeluge. We must ensure that this book's power is used for good and not for evil.