#32400 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes which are manned twenty-eight hours a day. The main section of the camp lies east of here along a roadway, the main highway through the gates to the west. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32401 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32440 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32427 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32610 E credits info~ Army Encampment by Kaan Zone 324 is linked to the following zones: 326 Army Perimeter at 32400 (west ) ---> 32610 326 Army Perimeter at 32414 (east ) ---> 32640 ~ S #32401 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 d 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32402 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32400 E scorecards~ The cards all have been filled in with the judges evaluations of today's combata nts. It seems that Sparticus is having a good day. ~ E pencils pencil~ An ordinary number 2 lead pencil. Judging by the teeth marks on the shaft, the user should see a dentist very soon! ~ S #32402 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 d 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32403 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32401 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32439 S #32403 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32404 D2 You see a small hallway that leads to a larger area. ~ ~ 0 -1 32402 E seats benches~ The benches are made of rough cut lumber that has dried and split over time. You would probably get splinters if sat on them. The words "BURT WAS HERE" have been carved into one of the benches with exquisite care. ~ S #32404 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. The Walk turns north and east at this point, following the natural slope of the valley. ~ 324 0 0 D1 There is an acrid smell coming from that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32405 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32403 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32438 E marks scratches~ They look like they form the words "Onivel Cinemod Semaj" But you could be mistaken. ~ S #32405 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 Through the clouds of dust, you can make out a passable road. ~ road~ 0 -1 32406 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32404 E gate~ The gate has been permanently rusted shut and is further secured by a large chain and padlock. Don't even bother THINKING about trying to open it. ~ S #32406 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32407 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32405 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32437 E swords weapons armor halberds whips~ Titus has enough hardware in here to outfit a large army. Maybe that's why he has a lucrative contract to sell weapons to the emperor's armies for outrageous prices. ~ E sign~ The sign has a note posted on it. It reads: List - Tells you what I have to sell. Buy - Tells me what you want to buy. Value - Tells you what I will pay for an item. Sell - Tells me you will sell that item, to me. ~ S #32407 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32408 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32406 E weapons swords crates armor weapon sword crate~ There are literally thousands of each. Take your pick. ~ S #32408 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32409 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32407 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32436 E landscape country~ You can see the entire city of Rome from here. The buildings housing the Roman government are to the east. To the south east, off in the distance, is the massive aqueduct and further in that direction lies the Mountain of the Gods. ~ S #32409 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 There is a large oval dirt-track in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32410 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32408 E gladiator~ He is a big muscular man with lots of armor. He sizes you up and decides that you aren't worth his time or trouble. ~ E driver~ The driver is too busy changing a wheel on his chariot to notice you. ~ E chariot~ You see a two wheeled open cart which is obviously meant to be pulled by horses. The flaming paint-job and the large "01" stenciled on the side identify the chariot as belonging to Drucilis "Lightning-whip" Octavious, a favorite driver of the masses. ~ E coach trainer~ The coach tells you "Stop bothering my athletes and get lost! " ~ S #32410 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. The Walk turns south and west at this point, following the natural slope of the valley. ~ 324 0 0 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32411 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32409 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32435 E gladiator~ He is in the final stages of a charge against his opponent.... THUD! CLANG! CRASH!!!!.... Judging from the blood and the amount of distance that now separates the gladiators head from the rest of his body, you can safely assume that this was the final combat of his life. ~ S #32411 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 d 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32410 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32412 E leech leeches~ DISGUSTING! Each is about the size of matchbox and very slimy. You are VERY glad that you have access to a cleric! ~ S #32412 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32411 D2 It is difficult to see through the haze and dust. ~ ~ 0 -1 32413 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32434 S #32413 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 d 0 D0 A dusty road lies to the north. ~ ~ 0 -1 32412 D2 You hazard a guess that a bedroom lies in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32414 E furnishings furniture~ The furniture that you see is very simple and plain. It is made of rough hewn wood and fastened together with nails. It looks very uncomfortable. ~ S #32414 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. You may enter into the main section of the camp to west - the east gate lies just east of here. ~ 324 0 0 D0 You see the living quarters to the north. ~ ~ 0 -1 32413 D1 ~ gate~ 1 0 32640 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32415 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32477 E laundry wash clothing~ It smells of sweat and is covered with mud. ~ S #32415 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32414 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32416 S #32416 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32415 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32417 D4 ~ ~ 0 -1 32433 S #32417 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32416 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32418 S #32418 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. The Walk turns north and west here, following the natural curve of the valley's floor. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32417 D3 An acrid, almost medicinal smell is coming from that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32419 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32432 E statue caligula~ A larger than life stone statue of Caligula, the Mad Emperor looks at you. It looks like it is holding a phallus. ~ S #32419 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 The highway continues to the east. ~ ~ 0 -1 32418 D3 The highway continues to the west. ~ ~ 0 -1 32420 S #32420 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32419 D3 The living quarters lie in that direction. Why don't you stop pussyfooting around and go that way??!! Please? ~ ~ 0 -1 32421 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32431 E hole toilet~ You walk over to the hole and see that there is a large turd floating in a pool black water about 2 feet below the surface of the ground. As you lean closer to get a better look, your nose catches a concentrated dose of the fragrant aroma wafting upwards. Your stomach decides that it has had enough of this shoddy treatment and you puke until it is empty. ~ E roll paper~ Hey!! This is first-class stuff!! - White Cloud brand with lotion. The roll is about half-used. ~ S #32421 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32420 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32422 S #32422 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32421 D3 The seating gets much fancier and elegant in that direction. ~ elegant~ 0 -1 32423 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32430 S #32423 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32422 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32424 S #32424 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. The Walk turns north and east here, following the natural curve of the valley's floor. ~ 324 0 0 D0 You see rows upon rows of dilapidated wooden bleachers. ~ ~ 0 -1 32425 D1 Nero Drive lies in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32423 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32429 E statue tiberius~ The statue of Tiberius, made of iron, stands here. ~ S #32425 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D0 You see hundreds, if not thousands of people. ~ ~ 0 -1 32426 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32424 E cashbox~ It's a shame that the exchange rate for Roman money is so low. What amounts to a fortune in Rome isn't even worth one gold coin. The contents of the box add up to about .... Well forget it. It isn't worth your time or trouble to carry it around. ~ S #32426 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes, one of which is right here. Entry into the tower is by a tall ladder which climbs to the floor of the tower. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32427 D2 It looks like a Nobleman's estate. We are talking RICH nobleman's estate. ~ estate house~ 0 -1 32425 D4 ~ ~ 0 0 32428 E structure~ That would probably be the Coliseum. There are a few good matches scheduled for today. ~ S #32427 The Guard Walk~ This is the outer ring of the Army's main encampment where patrols keep a constant vigil, watching for signs of hostile intruders. At regularly spaced intervals, there are guard towers for lookout purposes. ~ 324 0 0 D0 You see a paved road in the distance. ~ ~ 0 -1 32400 D2 You see an incredible house off in the distance. ~ ~ 0 -1 32426 E Venus~ Venus, the Roman goddess of beauty and knowledge is displayed in a all of her splendor. ~ E Jupiter~ A statue made of pure gold depicts Zeus sitting on his throne. The throne looks like it is made of silver. ~ E Neptune~ The statue of Neptune is made of pure jade and is holding a crystal trident. It is sitting in the center of a small pond which has hundreds of beautiful fish swimming in it. ~ E trees tree shrubs shrub plants plant~ All of the plants, trees and shrubs are perfectly trimmed, without so much as a dead leaf anywhere to be seen. You welcome the shade that they give from the harsh sun above. ~ S #32428 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32426 E floor tile~ Very expensive! A lot of master craftsmen labored long and hard to produce such a work of art. ~ E windows~ They are intricate and the scenes that they depict cast honor on several of the gods. ~ E furniture~ You hope to eventually be able to own a piece of furniture just like these someday. These are only dreams, of course. ~ S #32429 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32424 E gate~ The gate is made of solid iron and is well maintained. ~ E road~ The road is wide and very muddy. ~ S #32430 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32422 S #32431 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32420 S #32432 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32418 E vendor vendors~ There are several sidewalk vendors here, selling fresh fruits and vegetables, home baked goods, fine jewelry and other items. Most of the items for sale are of very high quality. ~ E aqueduct~ To the southeast, off in the distance, stands a large stone structure that is used to channel water into the city. ~ S #32433 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32416 S #32434 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32412 S #32435 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32410 S #32436 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32408 E desk~ The desk is made of solid walnut and gold inlay. It is exquisitely carved with superior craftsmanship, the likes of which has rarely been seen. It was probably brought to Rome from Gaul. ~ E documents decrees paperwork document decree papers paper~ The documents are all written on reed scrolls made in Egypt and have been sealed with wax. ~ E bookcase books~ The books are very old and contain the wisdom of wise men from throughout the entire Roman empire. They appear to be collecting dust. ~ E flowers plants flower plant~ The plants contribute to a very relaxing atmosphere. ~ S #32437 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32406 S #32438 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32404 S #32439 Guard Tower~ There is little in the way of comfort here. The walls are made of thick wood slats, arrow and peep holes cut and left open at eye level. The entire space is roughly five foot by five foot, tightly cramped and uncomfortable. ~ 324 d 0 D5 ~ ~ 0 0 32402 E crowds people~ It looks like some kind of bizarre or festival is occurring to the west. There are hundreds of people of all classes shopping, talking or eating. ~ S #32440 Roadway~ This hard-packed road runs into the center of the camp, which branches leading north and south toward the smithy and the farming area. ~ 324 c 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32443 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32441 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32454 D3 You can see a busy street in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32400 E telescope~ If it were operational, it would offer a spectacular view of the Mountain of the Gods. Unfortunately, it appears to have been vandalized. ~ E aqueduct~ The aqueduct is a massive stone structure that channels water into Rome from the Mountain of the Gods. During the rainy season, it is filled to the top. However, due to recent drought, the water level appears to be very low. ~ E sign~ ******************************************** * * * The Roman Aqueduct and Mountain * * Observation Platform * * * * Designed and built by the Froboz * * Magic Platform Company * * * ******************************************** ~ S #32441 Roadway~ The roadway continues its way deeper into the main area of the encampent, running east for some ways. There is a large hay barn just to the south, fenced off so that entry must be from another direction. A small wooden hut lies just north of here, its door also on another side. ~ 324 0 0 D1 You see more aqueduct. ~ ~ 0 -1 32442 D3 You see more aqueduct. ~ ~ 0 -1 32440 E slime algae~ Due to the availability of moisture and nutrients, a green, viscous slime has grown and covered everything with a slippery coating. It seems to go out of its way to drip on you. ~ S #32442 Roadway~ Just east of here is the Parade Grounds where the troops march on days of graduation, tradition, or other such ceremony. The trail sections off to the north and south, heading toward the barracks area and the mess tent. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32445 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32467 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32456 D3 You see the south gate through the door. ~ ~ 0 -1 32441 E fog mist~ This is some really strange stuff! You have never seen anything this color before. Your legs are totally obscured from the knee down. ~ E sign~ The sign has a note posted on it. It reads: List - Tells you what I have to sell. Buy - Tells me what you want to buy. Value - Tells you what I will pay for an item. Sell - Tells me you will sell that item, to me. ~ S #32443 Roadway~ The road is a bit more narrow here, but still certainly wide enought to accomodate a wagon's width. To the east is a small wood hut with smoke rising from a thin chimney along the side. North is another wood building, but one which is somewhat larger than the hut to the east. A large amount of ringing noise can be heard from that building, where smoke also rises from. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32446 D1 There is a sign on the door that says: MUNICIPAL COURT OF ROME. It appears to be open. ~ ~ 0 -1 32444 D2 The foyer is directly to the south. ~ ~ 0 -1 32440 S #32444 The Tanner~ Hides from various beasts, mostly deer and cow, are stretched out on tanning rods being cured for use as armor or clothing. The place is intensely warm due to the fact that it is so small an area and a fire blazes in a wood stove constantly. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32443 S #32445 Roadway~ The soldiers' main barracks lies north from here, the trail well tended and free of debris. The higher ranking officers must be big sticklers for the troops to keep their area clean. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32449 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32442 E stairs stairway steps~ The stairs are immaculately polished and made of white marble. ~ E statue statues~ There is really nothing noteworthy about them. ~ S #32446 Smithy~ This large room houses the main smithy and armory for the entire army. A team of smiths work daily to keep armor and weapons in good condition, not to mention making new items for new recruits. A fire blazes in a huge fireplace, various implements of the trade inside. ~ 324 d 0 D0 The general store lies in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32447 D1 There is what appears to be a large gate in that direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32448 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32443 E stone structure aqueduct~ You see a massive stone structure, built several centuries ago, that is used to channel water into the city. ~ E mountain~ Off to the southwest, you can see a huge mountain that is partially obscured by the haze. It is rumored that the gods reside there and protect the city. ~ S #32447 Armor Cache~ This is where the smiths which the Army has trained keep their surpus goods and dented or broken pieces of armor. Most of the items here are in fine shape, there are not many broken pieces due to the fact that it is peace-time. ~ 324 d 0 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32446 S #32448 Weapon Cache~ This is where the smiths which the Army has trained keep their surpus goods and dented or broken weapons. Most of the items here are in fine shape, there are not many broken pieces due to the fact that it is peace-time. ~ 324 d 0 D3 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32446 E slime algae~ Due to the availability of moisture and nutrients, a green viscous slime has grown and covered everything with a slippery coating. It seems to go out of its way to drip on you. ~ S #32449 Roadway~ The main fire pit and social area for the soldiers of the army lies just north, encircled by rows and rows of long grey tents where the soldiers sleep. To the south is the main road through the camp. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32451 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32445 E workbench workbenches tubes beakers crucibles dishes~ These are all tools of great power. You cannot even begin to understand what any of this stuff does. ~ E cinders ashes pile~ The ashes are a very fine grayish white powder that seems to be the only worldly remains of Froboz's "test specimens". ~ S #32450 Barracks Tent~ This tent holds row upon row of single beds, more aptly called cots, where the lower rank soldiers of the camp make their home. A footlocker stands at the foot of each bed, everything inside of the tent, including the dirt floor, is spotlessly clean. ~ 324 d 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32451 E bench stand box jury~ You see large wooden structures that are designed to separate the judge, jury and witnesses from the rest of the courtroom. They are made of polished oak and are strictly functional. ~ E seal~ The seal of the emperor is mounted above the judge's stand. ~ S #32451 Fire Pit~ This is the main area of the soldiers' section of the camp. It is kept relatively free of debris or grunge, the pit always fresh dug, the ground raked and smooth. Long grey barracks tents lie to the north, east and west. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32453 D1 ~ ~ 0 -1 32452 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32449 D3 The clay street leads into the city. ~ ~ 0 -1 32450 E spires towers~ There are two tall spires on either side of the gate and are constantly manned by the city guards. They are made of stone and stand about 40 feet tall. ~ E gate~ The gate is fabricated from iron and has been designed to keep intruders out of the city. ~ S #32452 Barracks Tent~ This tent holds row upon row of single beds, more aptly called cots, where the lower rank soldiers of the camp make their home. A footlocker stands at the foot of each bed, everything inside of the tent, including the dirt floor, is spotlessly clean. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32451 E trail~ The mountain trail is a little muddy, due to the recent rains. ~ S #32453 Barracks Tent~ This tent holds row upon row of single beds, more aptly called cots, where the lower rank soldiers of the camp make their home. A footlocker stands at the foot of each bed, everything inside of the tent, including the dirt floor, is spotlessly clean. ~ 324 d 0 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32451 S #32454 Roadway~ The road is still wide here, bit a bit less solid as it leads the way into the farming area. There is a large hay barn packed to the rafters to the east - the army must keep it in high supply during times of peace. The road continues to the south toward a large circular, fenced area where warhorses neigh and whinny, tossing their mighty heads. ~ 324 0 0 D0 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32440 D1 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32455 D2 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32457 E slime algae~ Due to the availability of moisture and nutrients, a green, viscous slime has grown and covered the everything with a slippery coating. It seems to go out of its way to drip on you. ~ S #32455 Hay Barn~ There is not much to say about this large, open sided barn. Tall poles run up roughly thirty feet into the air supporting a tin ceiling which serves to keep the hay beneath dry. The hay reaches all the way to the ceiling and would undoubtedly reach beyond were it given the opportunity. ~ 324 0 0 D3 The courtroom lies in that direction. ~ door~ 0 12106 32454 E tombs books~ The books are very large and filled with Roman legal precedent. ~ E papers documents~ There are hundreds of pages of petitions, lawsuits and court orders sitting on the desk. One particularly interesting case involves a nobleman, a slave and a roll of toilet paper. ~ S #32456 Mess Tent~ This large, open-sided tent houses rows of long wooden tables used by the soldiers during meal times. The tent itself sits dead center of the roadway, the road picking up again just south of the tent, ending at a couple of decent-sized wood outbuildings. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32442 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32462 E tree trees vegetation~ All of the vegetation is lush, green and in full bloom. You wish that you could take the time to stop and enjoy it properly. ~ E trail path~ The path is a little muddy, possibly due to a recent thundershower. ~ S #32457 Roadway~ The roadway ends at a gate which seperates the corral from the open area of the camp. The mighty steeds inside neigh and whinny in protest, running in circle and tossing their heads. To the east is a large barn. ~ 324 0 0 D0 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32454 D1 The aqueduct continues. ~ ~ 0 -1 32458 D2 You see a gorgeous valley. ~ door~ 1 -1 32459 E slime algae~ Due to the availability of moisture and nutrients, a green, viscous slime has grown and covered everything with a slippery coating. It seems to go out of its way to drip on you. ~ S #32458 Barn~ This place is full of various implements for caring for the steeds of the cavalry and for doing the work that the cowboys of the army are responsible for. There are a few stalls off in the far east corner of the barn where it appears the best of the best of the Army's steeds are kept. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32457 E stream brook~ A stream of the clearest, cleanest water that you have ever seen winds its way through the valley. ~ E fish~ A variety of species swims peacefully in the cool, clear water. ~ E trees fruit~ The fruit trees, nourished by the fertile ground at the edge of the stream and sustained by the brilliant sunshine, line the banks of the stream and are laden with fruit. ~ S #32459 Corral~ Horses run around you in a frenzy, their trained senses to first lash out and kick any man who is not their usual rider. Best to get out of this area quickly before you get trampled! ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ door~ 1 0 32457 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32460 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32461 E trees~ The trees are old and tower hundreds of feet above the ground. If you stand still and listen carefully, you can hear the birds singing. ~ S #32460 Branding Block~ There is a large firepit here, irons laying with their business ends in the pit. A large wooden block is here to aid the branders in keeping the animals still while branding them with the mark of the Eatern Army/f ~ 324 0 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32459 E cells cell~ You can see small and very cramped cells which are filthy. You shiver and vow to never do anything that would cause you to become a resident. ~ S #32461 Livestock Pasture~ This area is fenced in as well, but not as potentially hazardous as that just north of here. The animals here are all cow, well fed and lazy. They are the main meat, milk and leather supply for the army and so are well tended. The ground is strewn with all sorts of surprises - it might be best to watch one's step! ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32459 S #32462 Roadway~ The road ends here at a couple of wooden buildings. There are rickety doors on both, one to the east and one south, neither of them appear to be locked. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32456 D1 ~ door~ 1 -1 32463 D2 ~ door~ 1 0 32464 E sign~ The sign has a note posted on it. It reads: List - Tells you what I have to sell. Buy - Tells me what you want to buy. Value - Tells you what I will pay for an item. Sell - Tells me you will sell that item, to me. ~ S #32463 Dry Storage~ This is where all non-perishable foodstuffs are kept by the Army. Sacks of flour, loads of dried fruits and canned goods are stacked neatly on shelves and on pallets all over the floor. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ door~ 1 0 32462 E sign~ The sign has a note posted on it. It reads: List - Tells you what I have to sell. Buy - Tells me what you want to buy. Value - Tells you what I will pay for an item. Sell - Tells me you will sell that item, to me. ~ S #32464 Cold Storage~ The foodstuffs stored in this building are those which must be kept chilled - milk from the cattle, meats which are kept cold until consumed by the soldiers are all kept on ice here. ~ 324 d 0 D0 ~ door~ 1 0 32462 S #32465 Footman's Training Grounds~ Soldiers in the Eastern Army get to know this field well, indeed. Whether a footman or member of the cavalry, every soldier learns to march here in formation and does horrendous hours of physical training which is required of every soldier in the army. To the east is the cavalry fields where the cavalry officers might train in their riding and horseman's skills to better their performance on the field of battle. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 -1 32479 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32466 S #32466 Grandstands~ The stands rise close to forty feet into the air, rows and rows of bleacher seats available for spectators to sit and watch any ceremony or event which may be taking place in the Parade Grounds just south of here. To the north behind the stands is the practice field, a much less used place where trainees go through their drills in hopes of perfection when marching on the opulent Parade Grounds. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32465 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32467 S #32467 Parade Grounds~ The grass here is well kept, tended by the newer recruits so that when they obtain rank and become recognized as more than just pukes they might have a place where they can proudly march for their superiors. A large grandstands lies just north of the grounds where spectators may view events which take place and the higher ranks may give praise to those who have done a job well. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32466 D1 You see a great desert. ~ ~ 0 -1 32469 D3 The might clay road leads off in this direction. ~ ~ 0 -1 32442 S #32468 Strategies~ A long, low table spreads out the length of the room with low stools all around it. Maps and charts are stacked in neat piles in corners of the table, writing implements before each stool. ~ 324 d 0 D2 ~ ~ 0 -1 32469 S #32469 Roadway~ The roadway bends a bit here, heading south and then east toward the eastern perimeter of the camp. To the north is a large blue tent, the banner of the Eastern Army proudly flying from its summit. To the east is an even larger tent of the same blue fabric, the flag of the Army also atop its summit along with the crest of the General. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32468 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32476 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32470 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32467 S #32470 Roadway~ The main roadway twists back east toward the eastern-most exit of the camp. To the south is another section of the roadway where you can see a few small wood huts, presumably outhouses, along the side of the road before it ends at a stream. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32469 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32475 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32471 S #32471 Roadway~ There are a row of smelly wooden huts along the east side of the trail, to the south is a stream roughly two feet in width, maybe two feet deep. Obviously, this where the army gets its main water supply. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32470 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32480 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32472 S #32472 Roadway~ One of the latrines stands open to the east, the stream itself just to the south. The fresh, cool scent of the water running over the rocks constrasts so strongly with the smell of the latrine that it almost seems an affront to nature. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32471 D1 ~ door~ 1 0 32474 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32473 S #32473 Stream~ The water is very cold, so cold as to numb flesh. It is very pure and crisp, however, which is the main reason why the army chose this valley over many others that they might have picked. ~ 324 0 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32472 S #32474 Latrines~ This is more or less a three foot by three foot box with a small wooden platform built at the east side. A hole has been cut into the top of the platform allowing soldiers a place to rest their rump where they may relieve any excess bowel pressures. It truly stinks like shit in here. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ door~ 1 0 32472 S #32475 Roadway~ The roadway runs east toward the east gate of the encampment. You may exit the camp just east of here or head into the main camp area to the west. ~ 324 0 0 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32477 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32470 S #32476 General's Tent~ The accomodations of this tent are luxurious compared to that of the common foot soldier's tents. It is not, however, a place which one might call comfortable. There is a bed here, only slightly larger than those found in the barracks tents and the small table which doubles as a desk is only large enough for two men at the most to eat upon it. ~ 324 d 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32469 S #32477 Roadway~ The eastern gate to the army is just east of here. To the north is a tremendous wood pile which is fed daily by the logging teams of the army. Soldiers work constantly at cutting and shaping the wood for whatever needs the Army may have. ~ 324 c 0 D0 ~ ~ 0 0 32478 D1 ~ ~ 0 0 32414 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32475 S #32478 Lumber Yard~ This huge pile of wood holds all manner of shapes, types and sizes of wood which has been cut by the logging crews for the army. Soldiers work around the clock at keeping enough wood available for the cook fires and the tents where soldier sleep. ~ 324 0 0 D2 ~ ~ 0 0 32477 S #32479 Cavalry Fields~ The ground beneath your feet is trampled and wet, strewn with divots ripped from the earth by the thundering hooves of warhorses. To the west is the footman's training area, a large blue tent blocks any passage south. ~ 324 0 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32465 S #32480 Medical Tent~ A piece of strong fabric covers the floor of this tent to keep germs at bay, all linens are clean and sanitary. For being in the middle of a camp, having only this tent for shelter, this is quite a facility. ~ 324 0 0 D3 ~ ~ 0 0 32471 S $~