Maribel Quest Latterly - A Z-Machine Adventure

[Kilgamayan]

> 'My lady'? Sounds oddly formal. And what was up with that long look?
> Quotes intentionally left out, this is meant to be internal monologue.

[Hello Purvis]

>"Good morning to you, too."
>Browse the merchandise on the shelves

>He nods, and goes back to his book.
>The store contains
>Broken Sword Handle
>Iron Key
>Jeweled Box
>Introductory Nuclear Physics by Kenneth S. Krane.
>Nightlife (Extended)
>Bar of Baker's Chocolate
>Bottle of Wine
>Green Yo-Yo
>Lacquered Chopsticks
>Dusty Ring
>The Histories by Herodotus
>Bag of Birdseed
>Green Glass Rod
>Large Pillow
>Clear Crystal
>Deck of Cards
>White Vase
>French Horn
>Bonsai Tree
>3 Caramels
>Turtle Statue
>Vial of Sand Grains
>Large Ball of Yarn
>Stethoscope
>Pocket Clay Sculpting Set
>Bottle of Ethanol
>Silver Necklace
>Can of Alphabet Soup

> 'My lady'? Sounds oddly formal. And what was up with that long look?
> Quotes intentionally left out, this is meant to be internal monologue.

>That was very formal. How odd. And you're not sure you liked that look....

>_

[DracoOmega]

>Examine Dusty Ring, Clear Crystal, Silver Necklace, Green Glass Rod, Vial of Sand Grains

[Hello Purvis]

>Examine Dusty Ring, Clear Crystal, Silver Necklace, Green Glass Rod, Vial of Sand Grains

>Dusty Ring
>This plain bronze ring is covered with ages worth of dust.
>Clear Crystal
>This naturally shaped crystal is clear as glass.
>Silver Necklace
>A simple, unadorned silver necklace. It seems like an understated accessory.
>Green Glass Rod
>A rod made of green glass, about a foot long and as thick as your little finger.
>Vial of Sand Grains
>This tiny vial contains eleven grains of sand.

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"Excuse me, but I don't suppose you might have any interest in these?"
>Show him the ancient coins

>"I was also wondering if you might know where I could find a geode?"

[Hello Purvis]

>"Excuse me, but I don't suppose you might have any interest in these?"
>Show him the ancient coins

>"I was also wondering if you might know where I could find a geode?"

>You have to set the Box of Fire Lilies down to properly show him. He glances at the bag, and then looks at the coins. "Hm, I could trade for them," he says.
>"I would ask one of the magicians, or inspect underground. If you are asking me to obtain one, I can, but it will take time."

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"No, I was just wondering if you might know. Byakuren asked for one, but said she didn't know where to find it. You seem to have an interest in eclectic things, so I figured I'd ask."

>"Actually, on the topic of random questions, I had a bit of a run-in with Yuka, earlier, and she's left me with these flowers to find a good home for. I don't suppose you know of any spot that could use some sprucing up?"

[Hello Purvis]

>"No, I was just wondering if you might know. Byakuren asked for one, but said she didn't know where to find it. You seem to have an interest in eclectic things, so I figured I'd ask."

>"Actually, on the topic of random questions, I had a bit of a run-in with Yuka, earlier, and she's left me with these flowers to find a good home for. I don't suppose you know of any spot that could use some sprucing up?"

>"I get one every few years," he says, "And typically it will come from one magician and go to another."
>He considers the flowers. "I suppose a couple by the door wouldn't be too out of place."

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"Do you know if that spots gets at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight, and a little shade, too? I don't mean to be so picky about this, but I get the impression that you can never err too far on the side of caution where Yuka's concerned."

[Hello Purvis]

>"Do you know if that spots gets at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight, and a little shade, too? I don't mean to be so picky about this, but I get the impression that you can never err too far on the side of caution where Yuka's concerned."

>"Move the table by the door, and they should be fine," says the merchant.

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"Well, I think I'll go do that now, if you don't mind."
>Assuming no further comment, go outside, and find a suitable spot by the door for the flowers, and plant a couple

[Hello Purvis]

>"Well, I think I'll go do that now, if you don't mind."
>Assuming no further comment, go outside, and find a suitable spot by the door for the flowers, and plant a couple

>He nods.
>You step outside, and check around the door. There's a bit of junk here, in particular an old table, but it is easy enough to move out of the way. The soil gives you no difficulty as you dig it, and the plants slip out of their pots easily enough. After a couple minutes, two fire lilies flank the door of the shop. It's a nice effect, you think.

>_

[Kilgamayan]

> Dust off hands. Mustn't be rude and get dirt all over the shopkeeper's store or merchandise.
> Re-enter store.
> Examine Iron Key, Jeweled Box, Physics Book and Bag of Birdseed

[Hello Purvis]

> Dust off hands. Mustn't be rude and get dirt all over the shopkeeper's store or merchandise.
> Re-enter store.
> Examine Iron Key, Jeweled Box, Physics Book and Bag of Birdseed

>You clean your hands off and head back inside. The merchant doesn't look up from his book.
>Iron Key
>A simple ring-handled key made of iron.
>Jeweled Box
>A small ornate box made of brass, with jewels set into the lid and sides. It stands on little feet.
>Introductory Nuclear Physics by Kenneth S. Krane.
>A basic textbook on Nuclear Physics.
>Bag of Birdseed
>This is a two-pound bag of birdseed.

>_

[Kilgamayan]

> How big is the bag of birdseed? In terms of distance and volume, not weight.
> How sturdy does it look?
> Do we know anyone that would be interested in birdseed?

[Hello Purvis]

> How big is the bag of birdseed? In terms of distance and volume, not weight.
> How sturdy does it look?
> Do we know anyone that would be interested in birdseed?

>It's about the size of a standard brown paper sack.
>It's in a cloth bag, it looks like it can take a small beating.
>Well, you know a couple people who seem to be part bird. Whether or not it'd be a gift or an insult...

>_

[DracoOmega]

>Try picking up and feeling the Dusty Ring, Clear Crystal, Silver Necklace, and Green Glass Rod. Can we sense anything potentially magical or unusual about them, or do they seem perfectly mundane? Try on both of the accessories in a similar fashion

[Hello Purvis]

>You pick up each of these items, and don't feel anything to them.
>You try on the Silver Necklace, and don't feel anything special.
>Slipping the Dusty Ring on your finger, you feel...different. You can't quite tell how.

>_

[DracoOmega]

>Take the ring off and bring it over to the counter
>"I don't suppose you could tell me a little more about this ring?"

[Hello Purvis]

>Take the ring off and bring it over to the counter
>"I don't suppose you could tell me a little more about this ring?"

>You take the Dusty Ring to the counter.
>"This, I've had it for awhile," he says. "It was made by someone with a beautiful voice, and an awful sense of rhythm. The ring is designed to correct the latter to an extent."

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"Rhythm in the purely musical sense? Or would it also have other uses? Does it affect one's perception, or just one's production?"

[Hello Purvis]

>"Rhythm in the purely musical sense? Or would it also have other uses? Does it affect one's perception, or just one's production?"

>"I've not bothered to find out," says the merchant, "I prefer to listen to music rather than make it."

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"Hmmm... it's kind of interesting, though."
>"What value would you place on these coins in terms of items here?"

[Hello Purvis]

>"Hmmm... it's kind of interesting, though."
>"What value would you place on these coins in terms of items here?"

>"Hm. I would let you have one or two more things for the set," he says. "Depending on their value. Perhaps three, if they are common enough things. I would be willing to allow some credit, if you prefer."

[DracoOmega]

>"Well, I think I'd be interested in the ring. Perhaps I could take that, and leave the rest as credit for now, in case something strikes my fancy later?"
>"And I don't suppose you have a backpack or satchel or something shelved somewhere that I can't see it, around here?"

[Hello Purvis]

>"Well, I think I'd be interested in the ring. Perhaps I could take that, and leave the rest as credit for now, in case something strikes my fancy later?"
>"And I don't suppose you have a backpack or satchel or something shelved somewhere that I can't see it, around here?"

>"Very well," he says.
>"I might, if you'd do me a small favor? Arrange for Mystia to bring lunch today?"

>_

[DracoOmega]

>"That I can do. I already met her earlier today, actually. Oh, and perhaps I could have your name, so I know where to tell her to bring it?"
>Exchange the coins for the ring and store credit

[Hello Purvis]

>"That I can do. I already met her earlier today, actually. Oh, and perhaps I could have your name, so I know where to tell her to bring it?"
>Exchange the coins for the ring and store credit

>"Good. I'll have it ready when you get back. I am Rinnosuke Morichika."
>You obtain: Ring of Rhythm

>_

[UncertainJakutten]

>"OH! Is this Korindou? Yamame mentioned this place on my way out of the underground!"

[Kilgamayan]

> "I noticed you gave me a long look earlier, when I first came in. What was up with that? I can think of a few reasons why anyone here might stare at me, but I'm curious as to yours."