#1900 spider's fang~ a spider's fang~ A spider's fang glistens here.~ ~ 5 0 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 6 14 3 300 3 0 E spider's fang~ This long, wickedly curving pincer is that of a giant spider. Jet-black and smooth to the touch, it feels slightly wet and glistens as though freshly hewn. The tip is intensely sharp and tiny spikes of hair barb their way down the length, making this fang extraordinarily painful to remove once embedded. ~ A 18 5 #1901 straggling weed~ a straggling weed~ A straggling weed grows miserably here.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E straggling weed~ This dark green weed has a strong smell of salt about it, similar to seaweed. Although it is limp and unappealing to the eye, it appears it is not impossible to eat. ~ #1902 murky pool water~ a murky pool of water~ A murky pool of water stagnates slowly.~ ~ 23 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 99 99 0 0 104 0 0 0 E murky pool water~ This muddy pool of water looks safe to drink despite the unappealing particles of algae and rotting matter that discolour it. ~ #1903 rusted dagger~ a rusted dagger~ A rusted dagger protrudes from the ground.~ ~ 5 0 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 3 14 2 100 0 0 E rusted dagger~ This ancient dagger is still somewhat sharp despite the blood-like patches of rust that stain the metal. Light and easily concealed, only the tiny black symbol of a spider distinguishes this blade as at all unusual. ~ #1904 cricket legs~ a pair of cricket legs~ A pair of cricket legs lie here.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1915 E cricket legs~ These small green legs are incredibly unappetising to look at, though they are probably very high in protein and a great source of energy! Not to mention, the little critters have outstanding ability to survive local predatory toxins. ~ #1905 primitive fire torch~ a primitive fire torch~ A primitive fire torch has been set here.~ ~ 1 0 0 0 0 ao 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 0 1 1 0 0 E primitive fire torch~ The handle of this torch is made of a very tough dark wood, coated with a thin layer of some sticky wax. In the cup-like holder is stuffed dried mosses and bracken, soaked with a strong smelling resin. ~ #1906 sharply chiselled key~ a sharply chiselled key~ A sharply chiselled key has been left here.~ ~ 18 cdq 0 0 0 ac 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E sharply chiselled key~ This little key has been carved from some sort of stiff reed. The end and notches have not been smoothed, left almost deliberately spiked. A frayed bit of twine has been tied loosely around it, enabling it to be worn as a necklace. ~ #1907 stained bone necklace bones~ @ya stained bone necklace@n~ @yA necklace of stained bones@g is lying here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ac 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 100 1 0 E stained bone necklace bones~ This appears to be a simple bit of muddy twine, carefully knotted around several large sharp bones. What type and from what sort of creature the bones originate is hard to tell, but the rust-coloured stains are unmistakeable. ~ #1908 dark leathery egg~ a dark leathery egg~ A dark leathery egg lies here.~ ~ 12 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E dark leathery egg~ This large round egg is so tough and leathery that it is probably not edible. The hide covering it however is incredibly strong and could potentially be used for making armour. ~ #1909 Fallorain's Plate fallorains fallorain's plate ancient beautiful breastplate~ Fallorain's Plate~ An ancient but beautiful breastplate lies forgotten here.~ ~ 9 g 0 0 0 ad 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 2 500 4 0 E Fallorain's Plate fallorains fallorain's plate ancient beautiful breastplate~ Perfectly worked tan leather binds the metal pieces of this plate together. Heavy but thin it is made to cover all of the main vital areas such as the chest, abdomen and groin. The metal, although old is uncannily beautiful and glitters as though infused with some magic. ~ #1910 skeleton rotting old~ an old rotting skeleton~ An old rotting skeleton floats forlornly in the water.~ ~ 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 99 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 E skeleton rotting old~ This rotting corpse is so old that nothing is left but bones. Many of the marks and notches chipped into the bone indicate that this was a warrior who died in battle. Stripped of almost everything, it seems that only rags and the weeds still cling to this forgotten carcass. ~ #1911 tiny silver tag chain~ a silver tag~ A tiny tag on a silver chain sparkles here.~ ~ 8 i 0 0 0 ac 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 800 5 0 E tiny silver tag chain~ A somewhat crudely forged silver chain supports this little metal tag. On one side the words @DCALIMSHAN'S 12TH CAVALRY BRIGADE@n are engraved, and on the other the tiny sentence @D'Come back to me'@n has been scrawled. ~ #1912 great trident forked weapon large~ a great trident~ A large forked weapon lies abandoned.~ ~ 5 0 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 4 14 2 200 2 0 E great trident forked weapon large~ This large trident is tipped at the ends with three terrifyingly sharp spikes. Several dark smears down the length of each unyielding point testify to the deadliness of the weapon. ~ #1913 warrior's longsword shiny blade sword~ a warrior's longsword~ A long shiny blade lies here.~ ~ 5 0 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 3 3 2 200 1 0 E warrior's longsword shiny blade sword~ This long glistening piece of metal looks ancient though well kept. A few notches have been scratched into the blade where it seems rust stains used to be, but it is incredibly sharp and well-balanced. ~ #1914 spiked mace~ a spiked mace~ A spiked mace has been left here.~ ~ 5 0 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 5 7 2 300 2 0 E spiked mace~ This heavy pole of metal has a large sphere welded at one end, making it perfect for crushing enemy skulls. If that weren't deadly enough, it is also covered in several intimidating metal spikes almost six inches long. ~ #1915 old wooden shield~ an old wooden shield~ An old wooden shield lies forgotten here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 aj 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 2 100 1 0 E old wooden shield~ This shield looks very primitive, roughly hewn from some half rotting tree and fastened crudely onto leather straps, making it easy to wear if not the most attractive. ~ #1916 metal wall shield~ a metal wall shield~ A metal wall shield glistens brightly here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 aj 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 4 600 4 0 E metal wall shield~ This large shield is big enough to provide defence for the entire torso and legs of a warrior. Glistening brightly, it has a strange green tint as though at one time it were covered with algae. ~ #1917 smoked meat~ some smoked meat~ Some smoked meat is here.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E some smoked meat~ This is a large slab of red meat, roughly hewn from the carcass of some creature. Partially cooked and dried, smoke stains discolour it slightly. ~ #1918 massive statue frog god~ the massive statue of a frog god~ The massive statue of a frog god has been erected here.~ ~ 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 E massive statue frog god~ This enormous statue is an amphibious creature, much like a frog but with unusually distorted features. A crown of bones sits upon its head, and in each extended webbed hand it holds some humanoid skull. ~ #1919 several scattered coins~ several scattered coins~ Several scattered coins glint temptingly on the ground.~ ~ 20 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 147 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E several scattered coins~ These coins all appear to be of current value, though most are encrusted with algae and varying forms of swamp slime. ~ #1920 large webbed cocoon~ a large webbed cocoon~ A large webbed cocoon lies here.~ ~ 12 cdq 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 T 1919 T 1920 E large webbed cocoon~ This large cocoon is slightly sticky to the touch. Wound tightly with spider's thread it seems far too durable to be cut open, though the glistening strands likely would not withstand the heat of fire. It seems the only way to release the contents would be to burn it. ~ #1921 crimson-stained crimson stained robe~ a crimson-stained robe~ A robe lies crumpled here, flecked with red.~ ~ 11 jl 0 0 0 ad 0 0 0 o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 300 2 0 E crimson-stained crimson stained robe~ This intricately woven robe is made of extraordinarily fine white silk. Long flowing sleeves are hemmed with a single gold thread, and a large hood trails down the back. In perfect condition, the only thing that marrs the beauty of this garment is the various spatterings of blood that darken it, spreading through the fabric and tinting it crimson red. ~ A 12 20 #1922 small piece meat~ a small piece of meat~ A small piece of meat has been left to spoil.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E small piece meat~ This small piece of whitish meat is most likely the flesh of a large bird judging by the wispy bits of feather that cling to it. Although not the most appetising in appearance or smell, it looks nourishing nonetheless. ~ #1923 smooth piece velvety leather cloak blanket hide~ @ma smooth velvety piece of hide@n~ @mA piece of smooth velvety leather lies forgotten here.@n~ ~ 9 j 0 0 0 ak 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 1 400 2 0 E smooth piece velvety leather cloak blanket hide~ This large piece of exceptionally beautiful leather is velvety to the touch and a pleasing dark maroon colour that shimmers strangely in any light. While the fabric is easily workable into some form of clothing, it functions just as efficiently as a blanket or wraparound cloak. The slight unnatural chill to its surface indicates an inherent ability to ward off magic. ~ A 24 2 #1924 glistening woven long silk cord~ @Wa glistening silk cord@n~ @WA long cord of woven silk lies glistening here.@n~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 al 0 0 0 h 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 200 2 0 E glistening woven long silk cord~ This delicate cord has been woven from the water spider's fine silk, particularly useful for retaining air bubbles, this potential belt aids agility and movement within water, making it functional as well as beautiful. ~ A 2 2 #1925 dark shimmering retina~ @Da dark shimmering retina@n~ @DThe dark retina of an orb spider lies here.@n~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ae 0 0 0 l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 200 0 0 E dark shimmering retina~ This wetly glistening piece of organic tissue is the large retina from one of the notoriously perceptive orb spiders. The magical and inherent properties of this flesh are rumoured to enhance vision when applied carefully to the eye. ~ #1926 chunk rich cheese~ a chunk of rich cheese~ A chunk of rich cheese gives off a powerful aroma.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E chunk rich cheese~ This appears to be a very expensive, and judging by the smell, very aged chunk of cheese. Obviously the food kept by someone with luxurious tastes. ~ #1927 juicy cluster red grapes~ a cluster of juicy red grapes~ A cluster of juicy red grapes has been placed here.~ ~ 19 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E juicy cluster red grapes~ These lush red grapes are perfectly plump and juicy, practically glistening with sweet fresh nectar. Clustered on a newly hewn green vine, these are nothing less than the finest speciman of fruit. ~ #1928 candleholder dark holder~ a dark candleholder~ A dark candleholder stands elegantly here.~ ~ 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 E candleholder dark holder~ This long slick candleholder has been forged by some unnatural means out of dark crystalline metal. Designed to hold only one candle, it seems an overly elaborate design for serving such a menial purpose. ~ #1929 long black candle xcandlex~ a long black candle~ A single black candle stands here.~ ~ 12 cdegjq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 T 1940 T 1941 E long black candle xcandlex~ Although it looks ordinary, there is a strange aura around this candle, and an unnatural chill that is the unmistakeable influence of evil magic. ~ #1932 ragged loincloth filthy pile fabric cloth~ a ragged loincloth~ A filthy pile of ragged fabric lies here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 al 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E ragged loincloth filthy pile fabric cloth~ This dingy, stained piece of cloth is almost falling apart it looks so old and used. Two long pieces of cord hold the more substantially intact piece together, but it is barely big enough to cover even the smallest of essentials. ~ #1933 large webbed cocoon~ a large webbed cocoon~ A large webbed cocoon lies here~ ~ 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 T 1924 E large webbed cocoon~ This large coccoon is slightly sticky to the touch. Wound tightly with spider's thread it seems far too durable to be cut open, though the glistening strands likely would not withstand the heat of fire. It seems the only way to release the contents would be to burn it. ~ #1934 water webbing spider gland water~ the webbing gland of a spider~ The webbing gland of a spider is here.~ ~ 17 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 30 0 0 0 1 100 0 0 E webbing spider gland~ This large, elastic gland was originally used by its spider host to contain the secretions that would solidfy into webbing. Although the creature has apparantly no more use for it, this gland is nonetheless as efficient as ever at containing any liquids with minimal leaking. ~ #1935 venommace mace large deadly~ Venommace~ A large and deadly mace glints on the ground.~ ~ 5 gjq 0 0 0 an 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 7 4 6 3 500 3 0 E venommace mace large deadly~ This massive weapon has been made from a pale white metal that glows vaguely red. Tiny barbed spikes cover the entire spherical head, tinted black with what may be poison or simply dried blood. Delicate etchings spiral all the way around the handle, glowing a brighter crimson and giving the appearance of tiny red spiders crawling around the weapon. ~ A 19 2 #1936 blood-red shield blood red~ a blood-red shield~ A shield glints red, like a puddle of blood on the ground.~ ~ 9 gj 0 0 0 aj 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 3 500 3 0 E blood-red shield blood red~ This beautiful semi-transparant shield is made of sparkling red beryll, gilded around the edges with magically runed platinum that glows lightly. A fine chain runs along the inside, delicate but strong enough to use as a handle for holding the shield to the wearer's arm. ~ #1937 silvery-webbed leather pants black silver webbed~ silvery-webbed leather pants~ A dark pair of leather pants lie here, webbed with silver.~ ~ 9 j 0 0 0 af 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 400 2 0 E silvery-webbed leather pants black silver webbed~ These slightly stretchy leather pants are glossy black, the many strategic rips looking almost more deliberate than the after-marks of battle. Fine silvery spider thread webs the garment, glistening strikingly against the dark hide and making it glitter. ~ #1938 delicate chain mail chainmail shirt~ a delicate chainmail shirt~ A glittering piece of fine chainmail has been left here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 ad 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 3 400 3 0 E delicate chain mail chainmail shirt~ Tiny sparkling chain rings have been so finely linked together that this armour looks almost more like silver shimmering fabric. Light but incredibly strong, a strange glow pulses softly through the metal, giving it an eerie appearance that is particularly striking in the dark. ~ #1939 black spider gloves dark pair leathery~ black spider gloves~ A dark pair of leathery gloves lie here.~ ~ 9 gj 0 0 0 ah 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 200 1 0 E black spider gloves dark pair leathery~ This black piece of leathery material is shaped like a spider, legs splayed so that one extends and caps over each finger, two wrap around the wrist, and one extends up the center of the forearm. The end of each is tipped with a metal claw, making this potentially lethal as well as protective. In the center of the dark hide, a blood-red hourglass symbol blazes, the signature of the black widow. ~ A 12 10 A 18 3 #1940 sheer gown heap shadowy shimmering dark fabric~ a sheer shadowy gown~ A heap of shimmering dark fabric lies here.~ ~ 11 g 0 0 0 ad 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 600 4 0 E sheer gown heap shadowy shimmering dark fabric~ Dark and unnatural, this strange shimmering fabric is icy cold to the touch as if it lingers in another realm. Elegantly beautiful, it has been fashioned to fit female curves perfectly, its semi-transparant look designed to be subtly revealing, shrouding much of the wearer's form within the alluring and imaginative realm of shadows. ~ A 24 2 #1941 long burning black candle drowcandle~ a burning black candle~ A burning black candle lies here.~ ~ 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 E long burning black candle drowcandle~ Although it looks ordinary, there is a strange aura around this candle, and an unnatural chill that is the unmistakeable influence of evil magic. ~ #1942 Eilistraee Eilistraee's Pendant silver chain necklace~ Eilistraee's Pendant~ A delicate silver necklace glitters here.~ ~ 8 gq 0 0 0 ac 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 100 1 0 E Eilistraee Eilistraee's Pendant silver chain necklace~ Fragile and shimmering like starlight, this curvacious teardrop pendant is a symbol of feminine beauty and sadness. Perfectly smooth, only a tiny glowing name has been engraved into the back - @CEilistraee@n. ~ A 3 1 #1943 cabinet mahogany~ a mahogany cabinet~ A mahogany cabinet is fixed to the eastern wall.~ ~ 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 99 13 1944 0 0 0 0 0 E cabinet mahogany~ Smooth dark wood has been expertly carved to form this elaborately etched cabinet. Forms of various spiders cover the entire surface, swirling and blending into each other so that from a distance it looks like a random pattern. A tiny silver keyhole glistens in the door, bordered with several sparkling onyx stones. ~ #1944 key dark little carved wood~ a key carved from dark wood~ A little dark key lies here.~ ~ 18 cdq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E key dark little carved wood~ This smoothly polished key has been carved from rich mahogany wood and coated with a fine layer of sealant wax. The unmistakeable shape of a spider forms the handle, two tiny onyx stones set into the wood where its eyes should be. ~ #1945 silvery-webbed silver red vial~ a silvery-webbed @Rred vial@n~ @RA silvery-webbed red vial lies here.@n~ ~ 12 gq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 T 1950 E silvery-webbed silver red vial~ This delicate crystal vial is filled with a sparkling red potion. A silvery cork in the shape of spider seals it, sleek metallic legs clasping the transparant neck. ~ #1946 silvery-webbed silver blue vial~ a silvery-webbed @Bblue vial@n~ @BA silvery-webbed blue vial lies here.@n~ ~ 12 gq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 T 1951 E silvery-webbed silver blue vial~ This delicate crystal vial is filled with a sparkling blue potion. A silvery cork in the shape of spider seals it, sleek metallic legs clasping the transparant neck. ~ #1947 silvery-webbed silver green vial~ a silvery-webbed @Ggreen vial@n~ @GA silvery-webbed green vial lies here.@n~ ~ 12 gq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1952 E silvery-webbed silver green vial~ This delicate crystal vial is filled with a sparkling green potion. A silvery cork in the shape of spider seals it, sleek metallic legs clasping the transparant neck. ~ #1948 contraption large mysterious metal machine~ a large and mysterious metal contraption~ A large and mysterious metal contraption hums noisily.~ ~ 15 g 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 99 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 T 1960 T 1954 T 1961 E contraption large mysterious metal machine~ This large machine makes a considerable noise as its unseen insides whir and click continuously away. The only noteworthy external parts are a large metal tray that looks as though it opens and closes, releasing its contents to the inner parts of the machine, also a large nozzle with a shelf placed strategically beneath it. A control board with three coloured buttons is fixed to the front of the machine. The red button is inscribed with the word - press, the blue button with switch, and green with turn. @R _______ @B ________ @G ______@n @R | | @B | | @G | |@n @R | @nPRESS@R | @B | @nSWITCH@B | @G | @nTURN@G |@n @R |_______| @B |________| @G |______|@n ~ #1949 water silvery-webbed clear silver empty vial water~ a silvery-webbed empty vial~ A silvery-webbed clear vial is lying here.~ ~ 17 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 13 0 1 1 0 0 E silvery-webbed clear silver empty vial~ This delicate crystal vial has obviously been made to hold some magical substance, judging by its powerful aura. A silvery cork in the shape of spider seals it, sleek metallic legs clasping the transparant neck. ~ #1950 long sticky flesh albino frog's tongue~ a long, sticky bit of flesh~ A long, sticky bit of flesh is lying here.~ ~ 12 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E long sticky flesh albino frog's tongue~ This long strip of flesh looks to be the sickly pink tongue of an albino frog. This creature is increasingly rare, due to high demand for various parts of its anatomy, most of which are rumoured to have powerful magical properties. ~ #1951 sealed beaker dark blood~ a sealed beaker of dark blood~ A sealed beaker of dark blood stands here.~ ~ 12 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E sealed beaker dark blood~ Almost black in colour, this glass beaker holds the blood of a creature that is clearly not human. A strange chill creeps through the container, and a slightly shimmering aura betrays the inherent magic of this substance. ~ #1952 silvery-webbed silver black vial~ a silvery-webbed @Dblack vial@n~ @DA silvery-webbed black vial lies here.@n~ ~ 12 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1962 E silvery-webbed silver black vial~ This delicate crystal vial is filled with an ominous black potion. A silvery cork in the shape of spider seals it, sleek metallic legs clasping the transparant neck. ~ #1953 old leather book ruby~ a leather book inset with a ruby~ An old leather book gathers dust here.~ Having spent considerable time studying the inhabitants of the place they call the Spider Swamp and the powerful magicks they possess, I have decided to preserve my findings in writing. Each of these volumes is dedicated to Tyrel the Machine-Maker, who was a brilliant colleague and great friend. Alas, both he and his devices are lost to the Drow lord who rules this place, and so the method of creating these potions is no more. Nonetheless, I lay it out here for any who would continue these studies. A powerful potion of strength was our first discovery, a deep red potion, the colour of rich wine. When quaffed, it produced immediate physical effects, muscle ability enhanced and body defences strengthened. As a base for all our testings, we used the nightblood of the driders, black viscous fluid that burns the eyes unless contained in special beakers. Then, for this particular solution we added an arachnoid fang, from a striped spider it was. Finally, one of the eggs from the lizard man tribe. All of these ingredients were gained with great peril, and once mixed together in Tyrel's machine, produced a solution so potent that we were forced to create special magical vials to hold it. The effects, though temporary, are nonetheless astounding. These findings are the work of myself - Artemis, of gnome-kind, and Tyrel, a man and machine-maker. Use them wisely. ~ 16 cdq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 #1954 old leather book sapphire~ a leather book inset with a sapphire~ An old leather book gathers dust here.~ Having spent considerable time studying the inhabitants of the place they call the Spider Swamp and the powerful magicks they possess, I have decided to preserve my findings in writing. Each of these volumes is dedicated to Tyrel the Machine-Maker, who was a brilliant colleague and great friend. Alas, both he and his devices are lost to the Drow lord who rules this place, and so the method of creating these potions is no more. Nonetheless, I lay it out here for any who would continue these studies. A powerful potion of magic was our second discovery, a deep blue potion, the colour of a clear sky. When quaffed, it produced immediate magical effects, enhanced mental ability and casting endurance. As a base for all our testings, we used the nightblood of the driders, black viscous fluid that burns the eyes unless contained in special beakers. Then, for this particular solution we added an arachnoid gland, from the spider that squirts. Finally, a tongue from the local species of white frog. All of these ingredients were gained with great peril, and once mixed together in Tyrel's machine, produced a solution so potent that we were forced to create special magical vials to hold it. The effects, though temporary, are nonetheless astounding. These findings are the work of myself - Artemis, of gnome-kind, and Tyrel, a man and machine-maker. Use them wisely. ~ 16 cdq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 #1955 old leather book emerald~ a leather book inset with an emerald~ An old leather book gathers dust here.~ Having spent considerable time studying the inhabitants of the place they call the Spider Swamp and the powerful magicks they possess, I have decided to preserve my findings in writing. Each of these volumes is dedicated to Tyrel the Machine-Maker, who was a brilliant colleague and great friend. Alas, both he and his devices are lost to the Drow lord who rules this place, and so the method of creating these potions is no more. Nonetheless, I lay it out here for any who would continue these studies. A powerful potion of agility was our third discovery, a bright green potion, the colour of fresh grass. When quaffed, it produced immediate changes to speed and agility, improving endurance in travel. As a base for all our testings, we used the nightblood of the driders, black viscous fluid that burns the eyes unless contained in special beakers. Then, for this particular solution we added an arachnoid fur, from a spider that was purple in colour. Finally, one of the salty plant growths that flourish here. All these ingredients were gained with great peril, and once mixed together in Tyrel's machine, produced a solution so potent that we were forced to create special magic vials to hold it. The effects, though temporary, are nonetheless astounding. These findings are the work of myself - Artemis, of gnome-kind, and Tyrel, a man and machine-maker. Use them wisely. ~ 16 cdq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 #1956 swamp vine~ a swamp vine~ A swamp vine splays across the ground like an open hand.~ ~ 19 q 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E swamp vine~ This limp plant has the dark green colour of spinach, its lethargic trailing limbs splaying out in all directions in a desperate hunt for richer soil. All that is nourishing in the swamp has been condensed into this sickly pile of stems and leaves. ~ #1957 something remember~ something to remember~ Something to remember is left here.~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E something to remember~ Oh yeah, you won't forget this! ~ #1958 crumpled heap gloosy black animal fur~ a glossy black animal fur~ A crumpled heap of glossy black fur lies here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ak 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 200 0 0 E crumpled heap gloosy black animal fur~ This long section of beautiful shimmering fur must have once adorned a very elegant creature indeed, perhaps a black panther judging by the smooth glossy appearance of the fur and incredibly soft dark texture of its leathery interior. Cut into a simple shape and crudely hemmed, it has been fashioned into a sort of robe, though the poor quality of the stitching somewhat marrs the incredible beauty of the fur itself. ~ #1959 humanoid skull~ a humanoid skull~ A humanoid skull lies decaying here.~ ~ 13 dq 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E humanoid skull~ This yellowing piece of old, hardy bone is still intact, the gruesome features of a humanoid face still visible although empty eye sockets glare where eyes once were, and rows of jagged teeth are openly exposed, seeming almost absurdly to be grinning. ~ #1960 white chainmail arm wrappings armour~ white chainmail arm wrappings~ A little pile of white chainmail armour lies here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 ai 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 2 200 0 0 E white chainmail arm wrappings armour~ Tiny circles of strange metal are perfectly linked to form a glistening piece of armour that glows vaguely in moonlight. There is no padding nor real shape to this armour, made simply to attach at the shoulders and hang protectively around the arms. ~ #1961 beautiful silvery helmet sleek helm~ a sleek silvery helm~ A beautiful silvery helmet lies here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 ae 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 2 200 0 0 E beautiful silvery helmet sleek helm~ This elegantly forged helm is made from one solid piece of white metal that looks almost to beautiful to be used in armour, though it is more than hardy enough to withstand even the heaviest of blows. Two long grasping pieces curve around the jaw, holding the piece in place without the need for straps. ~ #1962 scaley black leather boots~ scaley black leather boots~ Some scaley black leather boots lie here.~ ~ 9 0 0 0 0 ag 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 100 0 0 E scaley black leather boots~ These roughly stitched boots have been sewn using the black scaley hide of some reptile. Glossy and shimmering, each dark scale is hard yet pliable, making these an excellent set of boots for intense travelling or fighting. ~ A 14 40 #1963 fireworks~ a colourful firework~ A colourful firework is lying here.~ ~ 12 0 0 0 0 ao 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1987 E fireworks~ This colourfully wrapped firework has a long dangling fuse, just begging for you to LIGHT it. ~ #1964 irridescent webbed ring~ an irridescent webbed ring~ A tiny ring glints delicate shades of green and blue.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ab 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 200 0 0 E irridescent webbed ring~ Incredibly delicate, this beautiful ring looks to have been woven by master spider weavers, the fragile sparkling threads treated with some magic to solidify and glisten with unnatural colour. Shades of blue and green shimmer along the elegantly curving surfaces, purple and silver adding a darker hue when the light catches a certain way. ~ #1965 tiny bikini top~ a tiny bikini top~ A tiny bikini top lies crumpled here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ad 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E tiny bikini top~ This top basically consists of pieces of pink silk string fastened together. The amount of fabric isn't even enough to use as a handkerchief, so one can only imagine how efficient this top is at covering anything! ~ #1966 skimpy thong miniscule piece fabric~ a skimpy thong~ A miniscule piece of fabric lies on the ground.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 af 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E skimpy thong miniscule piece fabric~ No, it isn't a piece of pink dental floss, although one could easily mistake it for that. This is in fact, a very skimpy thong, although one wonders if it would be easier just to go naked! ~ #1967 bright red lipstick print~ a bright red lipstick print~ A bright red lipstick print is smeared here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 c 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1929 E bright red lipstick print~ This bright red smear is in the vague shape of a luscious pair of lips. Somebody got kissed! ~ #1968 pair high stilettos~ a pair of high stilettos~ A pair of stilettos lie abandoned here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 ag 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E pair high stilettos~ These strappy stilettos have a good six inch heel on them. Not only does this look incredibly uncomfortable, they'd probably make a deadly weapon! Still... They're very sexy. ~ #1969 thick cloud manly scent~ a thick cloud of manly scent~ A thick cloud of manly scent hovers here.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 k 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E thick cloud manly scent~ This rich, somewhat pungent odour is obviously that of a man's. Think sweaty sports socks and bellybutton fluff. Tantalising! ~ #1970 romantic red rose~ a romantic red rose~ A romantic red rose lies forgotten here.~ ~ 12 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 E red rose~ This deep red rose would be quite a romantic flower if it weren't for the strange, pungent aroma around it. ~ #1971 big slobbery kiss~ a big slobbery kiss~ A big slobbery kiss has been smeared on the ground.~ ~ 11 0 0 0 0 c 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 T 1929 E big slobbery kiss~ This is the erotic saliva smear of the biggest, wettest, slobbery kiss you can imagine. ~ #1972 summer tree xxtree~ a summer tree~ A summer tree stands here, lush and green.~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 #1973 fall tree xxtree~ a fall tree~ A fall tree stands here, coloured red and gold.~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 #1974 winter tree xxtree~ a winter tree~ A winter tree is here, bare and hung with ice.~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 #1975 spring tree xxtree~ a spring tree~ A spring tree is here, budding into bloom.~ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 i 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $~