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★ I can clear my mind while doing some manual labor.
★Scrub the Floors and Ponder (Self-Interaction)
★ Now that SimTitle2 set me up with a good audience, I can share my problems with them.
★Give Sermon on Waning Faith
★"I should change the light colors in my cathedral to make it easier on the eyes and a bit more fun.  Am I happy with the lighting?"
★How should SimTitle0 divine her congregation's wishes?
★What type of liquor should SimTitle0 provide?
★How should SimTitle0 promote SimTitle1's sermon?
★ I'll first pick up some very fine fabrics from the village. Something that drapes well.
★"I'll exaggerate my description to get people excited."
★"I'll walk among them and discuss with them their desires."
★No, I need to adjust the light colors
★"I'll just get a popular brand that folks are already familiar with."
★"An honest description should do the job."
★"As their spiritual leader, I should be able to learn their desires through prayer."
★Yes, I'm satisfied with the current light colors
★"If I create my own label, folks will take my liquor more seriously."
★What an abysmal excuse for a representative of the Peteran religion! Failure to embrace the culture of today's generation will result in failure to imbue them with the faith they so desperately need.
★The Peteran church had been strengthened, and faith had returned to TownName!
★Primary Hero:"  Peteran Priest-------------------------------------Supporting Hero:"  Any Hero
★Now that I know what my congregation desires, I should talk to SimTitle1; I could use her help again.
★I understand now... today's generation finds my sermons dull. I've been clinging to old ideas.I should visit this new-fangled cultural faire.
★Interesting place. I should hang out and walk around here a bit.
★Yikes&  I don't know what half this stuff is. Not a religious icon in sight. I could bless the public bath with holy water. That would help purify some of these people. The ones who actually do bathe, at least.
★That should help&  a bit. But I need to take a lot more action. I'll ask SimTitle1 to talk up my next sermon so I can appeal to my congregation.
★& because I am losing touch with YOU.
★The answer has come to me: I shall ask them about their desires in life, face to face.
★Today's generation needs to see that the Peteran church is hip.  I'll make my own brand of liquor.
★I must be honest. I'm sure the people will want to be there for SimTitle1.
★I want to embrace your culture, and you with it. I love you all. Help me do this.
★Now, I'll go to the fair and ask the Magnate of Garb to spin high fashion for me.
★The clothes should be ready to pick up now.
★Magnificent! I can't wait to see these Believer Robes on everyone.I'll hand these off to SimTitle2 now.
★I think it's about time to hold another sermon to see if I've truly grasped today's culture and strengthened faith.
★Welcome my awesome friends! You look fabulous!
★I think this is working, they seem to be listening.
★Nobody has even fallen asleep in the pews today!
★Thank you all for coming. I can feel our bond has grown strong with faith, and together we can make the world a better place!
★Now I know what my congregation desires. I can start by changing the lighting colors in my monastery.
★This is taking too long. I can always change the lights later.
★Ah, mine eyes are struck with a vision of religious beauty! I love these robes!
★I know not what you like to read, to say, or to wear. Whose home you like to get drunk in, I know not.
★I'll make you clothing so grand, you'll believe in The Watcher! Return to me after two hours to pick it up.
★Let's see&  the best silks come from the mulberry silkworm&
★What?! How scandalous! I think I'll head over&
★Really? I just murd&  um&  I sinned. So a ticket into the good afterlife is what I need!
★I've gotta see this. Maybe the constable will show up and take her away?
★It winked?! I hope there's room left in the pews!
★That so? I was going to hang out at the cultural faire&  but maybe I can make it.
★My mother hated SimTitle1 and the Peteran faith! & but I hated HER, so I'll attend.
★Perhaps&  I shall visit SimTitle1's next Sermon.
★I will go because I respect you, SimTitle0. A little too much, even.
★You've changed, SimFirstName0&  may I call you SimFirstName0? I like your style!
★Whoa, when did you become hip to liquor? I'm going to go wrap this in a brown burlap sack! Good stuff.
★Wow, these robes make religion sexy!
★You wrote this book? I can't even read, but I'm going to learn just so I can read this!
★I've done my part. Now SimTitle1 better use this Sermon to learn what today's youth desires.
★I will promise great things to the townsfolk. Make sure you put on a good show.
★Now that I have their attention, I need to choose how to discover their desires.
★I'll exaggerate just a bit. It's for a good cause.
★Feels like I'm washing away my own sins&
★My mind is clearer. It felt like scrubbing away my sins.Must... scrub... more...
★No offense, but Peteran robes are so 5th century.We'd love to have something more stylish, like what the Magnate of Garb has been making.
★Have you heard of liquor? It's what all the coolest people are drinking these days, like the executioner!
★Have you ever heard of mood lighting? The lamps in your cathedral make me look like I have goiters.
★You need to work on your sermon stories. I usually nap during them.
★Welcome, Sisters and Brothers of TownName. The Peteran church has a problem. I have a problem.
★All I can give you, friend, is words:With the advent of the printing press,  everyone and their mistress has published a book these days. We call it the book-o-sphere.  You should write one.
★You are losing touch with faith&
★I feel that you dislike the lighting in my monastery. You think its harshness makes the congregation look like a leper colony. Oh dear.
★I can smell liquor on your breath&  I sense you prefer that to wine or beer.
★Ah, I make you tired during sermons. You want stories with more excitement.
★From your harsh eyes on me, I feel that you dislike Peteran Robes. Too 5th century  for you. You desire high fashion.
★I'm searching for the popular culture, so I'll take the popular brand.
★Perfect! These bolts of silk are practically drenched in fashion.
★Eh? Whaddya think? I call them Believer Robes. I'm keeping the rest of this fantastic silk as payment. I have fuzzy socks to make.
★Did you hear? SimTitle1's next sermon will have nudity in it, on it, and all over the general area of it!
★Hey, SimTitle1 is putting on a sermon that will guarantee a spot in the afterlife! It's first-come, first-serve.
★I heard that SimTitle1 might release dire chinchillas into the audience at her next sermon. It's a secret to everybody!
★SimTitle1 just got decapitated by The Beast in the pit! But then her head spoke, and said she would be back for one final sermon! And it winked!
★SimTitle1 feels out of touch with folk like yourself and would like you at her sermon.
★The Peteran faith needs you. And your mother would have wanted you at the next sermon, you know.
★The wonders of modern society, like this new spectacles  eyewear invention, are preventing you from seeing the world clearly.
★SimTitle1 greatly needs your advice on how to reach out to society today.
★A cultural faire was in town attracting a lot of attention. Yet, faith felt like it was at an all-time low.SimTitle0 bowed her head and said, I need to ponder this. I always think well while scrubbing the floors.
★Ah, the smell of coin. Now, tell me what brand of liquor you'd like, and your problems are over.
★That's the "Executioner's Mark" liquor. Deathly popular, it is.
★I don't know about all that other stuff, but I know about fashion. I mean, just look at me! I'll get your congregation the style they want. In the meantime, maybe the magnates from the faire can help you with the other things your congregation wants.
★Look at those orchids! Mature, yet distinguished. A touch sexy, even. A perfect inspiration for the outfits.
★The answer has come to me: I shall pray with them to understand their desires in life.
★ Chapter 1:In a world where every faith you have is wrong...
★Excellent start on the book. Just one more writing session and I should have it finished.
★Okay, so now I've got a bunch of copies of my new novel, Faith Baste," plus a personal copy for myself.
★Liquor solves everything, that's why your congregation loves it so. I'll help you for a price.
★"I will believe what they tell me."
★"Helping is my favorite."
★ I need to further cleanse my mind and soul.
★Scrub the Floor and Ponder Further (Self-Interaction)
★ I'm almost done. Just need to sum it all up and fix my ink blots&  oooh, but I'll leave the blot that's shaped like The Watcher's Eye.
★Finish Writing Book of New Peteran Faith
★ I would feel more comfortable if the faire had a touch of Peteran Ideals. And since the bathwater will touch many a faire-goer&
★Bless the Faire Bath
★ I will pray with those of waning faith to feel what they desire in life. If I cannot do this, then I only preach to the buttresses.
★Pray with Those of Questionable Faith (0/4)
★Pray with Those of Questionable Faith (1/4)
★Pray with Those of Questionable Faith (2/4)
★Pray with Those of Questionable Faith (3/4)
★ This cash came from the poor box, but it shall be returned tenfold after my deeds.
★Pay the Magnate of Liquor ｧ100 to Help
★"I should look around the faire."
★"I'll just stroll around the faire a bit..."
★Hang out at the faire for a bit
★ I once saw the Magnate of Garb turn old chamberpots into a full suit of armor. I can't wait to see what she'll do with such fine silk.
★Pick up Clothing from the Magnate of Garb in String0
★Find out what citizens desire in life, and embrace it in the Peteran religion.
★Religious culture was falling out of style with the new generation. And worse, a cultural faire had come to town -- a veritable cornucopia of distractions away from religion. But was there a way for a clever devotee of the Watcher to use or abuse the cultural faire in order to revive religious faith?
★Cultural Crusades
★Build It!
★Steal It!
★Blacksmith Designs
★These various designs spawn several past projects of foreign blacksmiths. There are several brilliant ideas scrawled within that provide valuable insight into smithing.
★Blacksmith Designs
★Primary Hero:"  Bard (Lv 10)
★Without a cultural masterpiece to deliver to the castle, TownName was doomed to be a footnote in history.
★The Bards had done it! Their masterpiece was so moving that a group of TownName's elite met afterwards in the Reception Hall to discuss turning the artistic ideals they had witnessed into a reality.They secured funding and set the most skilled workers in town to the project. The mood in the kingdom lifted noticeably as word of the project began to spread. SimTitle0 and her sidekick had transformed the atmosphere in TownName from one of despair to hopeful anticipation.
★Primary Hero:"  Blacksmith (Lv 5+)-------------------------------------Supporting Hero:"  Merchant (Lv 5+)"  Wizard (Lv 5+)
★This cultural masterpiece had secured TownName a significant place in the annals of history. People from around the world would embark on great pilgrimages just to glimpse the Stone of Knowledge.SimTitle0 and SimTitle1 had risen to the task, and were hailed as heroes of the kingdom.
★Something to predict the future?
★"If we could build a device that foretells the future, I know we'd be applauded as heroes of the land!"
★Brainstorm:Relic to predict future?
★Greet
★"I'm guessing SimTitle2 is at the Tavern waiting for me."
★Greet SimTitle2
★Brainstorm With
★"Two creative minds are better than one. ...Well, that's not always true, but I'm sure THIS time it's true."
★"I should meet back up with SimTitle2 to compare notes and such."
★Combine several relics into an uber-relic?
★"If several artifacts are melded together, the end result may be greater than all the individual components!"
★Brainstorm:Combine several artifacts?
★Build perfect weapon?
★"A huge, mechanical monstrosity might be EXACTLY what the kingdom has been waiting for!"
★Brainstorm:Build the perfect weapon?
★Brainstorm Ideas
★"Now for the fun part..."
★Brainstorm with SimTitle2
★Give Smithy Designs
★"The blacksmith can use these designs to finish the project!"
★Pass off Designs to SimTitle2
★Craft Grand Statue?
★"Let's just make a statue of the Queen. She's bound to like that!"
★Brainstorm:Build a Statue?
★Make something magically gorgeous?
★"Who isn't attracted to something shiny? The object doesn't need any real purpose if everyone thinks it's a work of beauty."
★Brainstorm:Something magically beautiful?
★Know of any great Smithies?
★"I need to find a foreign blacksmith that has dabbled in the type of construction we are doing. If I can get some rough drawings, I know that SimTitle1 will be able to finish the job!"Conversations Held: 1000
★Ask 2 Foreign Leaders about their Smithies
★Return Stone of History
★Return the Stone of History to SimTitle2
★Ask for Stone of History
★"It appears that SimTitle2 has finished the Stone. I need to obtain it so I can cast the required spells to activate it."
★"This is truly a remarkable rune."
★Ask SimTitle2 for Stone of History
★Discuss Royal Affairs
★A religious healing relic?
★"Maybe we can create a holy relic with mystical healing properties.That sounds epic... right?"
★Brainstorm:Healing religious object?
★"I should get to know this person better. Their optimism is a refreshing change of pace."
★Become Friends
★"I shall first speak with the unfiltered aura of the forest."
★Begin Search in the Forest
★"The Kingball Court hums with energy and life!"
★Go to the Kingball Court
★Ask Peteran Priest about Religion
★"I love the busy sounds of the city. I get some of my best thinking done amidst chaotic surroundings."
★Go to the Town Square
★"I just want to return home, grab a drink, and think."
★Return to the Tavern
★"How will I pull this off? Maybe I shouldn't have been so optimistic before.I need to research which spells will need to be inscribed once the blacksmith finishes the rune."
★Go Home to Wizard's Tower
★"I'm parched and maybe even a bit run down. A brew from the Tavern would probably help both issues."
★"How bad is it right now? Are the townsfolk really so pessimistic towards the kingdom? I should go listen to the word on the street."
★Listen to Peteran Priest
★"The brisk, salty air will help clear my head and direct my focus to the task at hand."
★Go to the Docks
★"Jacoban structures are intricate and grand. I can feel the strength and dedication built into them!"
★Go to the Jacoban Church
★"With its modest style, the Peteran Church speaks volumes to those humble people who stop long enough to hear."
★Go to the Peteran Church
★"The Watcher Pavilion should be calm, quiet, and peaceful. Perfect for my task."
★Go to the Watcher Pavilion
★"It's time! I can't believe that the Monarch will attend!"
★Go to the Tavern
★"The Ocean will soak my brain with gallons of knowledge!"
★Go to the Seashore
★"The stream will wash away my doubt and unease!"
★Go to the Rushing Stream
★Research Archives for 1 Hour
★"The stream will clear my senses and offer a fresh perspective."
★"I can get started building the mundane version of the Stone. It's going to take one each of the following resources: Ferrous, Mithral, Adamantle, and Cruddium."
★Create Stone of History
★Where should SimTitle0 go next?
★What will the aspiring bard find in TownName?
★What should SimTitle0 say?
★But how?
★What should SimTitle0 say?
★What should SimTitle0 say?
★Where is the best place to sit and think about the project?
★"Nothing left to do but to start the play!"
★"The brisk, salty air at the beach will help clear my head and direct my focus to the task at hand."
★"I love the busy sounds of the town square. I get some of my best thinking done in chaotic surroundings."
★"I hate to crush a spirit, but this town isn't doing well at all. Best you look for inspiration elsewhere."
★"You go and talk with the locals. The land sings to me now and I must go there to hear it."
★"Well, I did just receive an order to build a 'privacy booth' for a local clergyman's wife!"
★"Is gossip the same as news? I guess it's a kind of news..."
★"Maybe I'll seek out the inspiration of The Watcher through religious architecture."
★"I won't be the one to wreck this journey. I'm sure there's something good to find here!"
★"I will present an epic story upon the stage. It will be so invigorating that inspiration will flow like wine! I might also serve wine!"
★"I can create a poem so beautiful that the entire town will be inspired to create a monument to TownName!"
★"You go and speak with nature. I must delve into the souls of my fellow man to gain a true understanding of their plight."
★"I should continue to listen directly to nature."
★"I have many hilarious tales of foolish customers that might amuse Your Majesty."
★"Nothing's funnier than other people being stupid!"
★"I need time to think about this properly. I will meet SimTitle1 later to discuss more."
★Meet SimTitle1 at 10:00 AM
★"Seven in the evening is showtime!!"
★Wait until 7:00 PM
★"This book discusses inscriptions within inscriptions within inscriptions and all the important rules that must be followed."
★Read the Book 'Inscription Inception'
★"This book is a condensed history of the modern age. I should thumb through it to make sure I will be able to incorporate all the important knowledge in the relic."
★Read the Book 'Past, Present, & Future'
★"...and they were taken, and with them the false beliefs that brought emptiness and despair. These were cast into a lake of fire burning with brimstone.And the devils that deceived them were cast into the lake of fire and brimstone and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever."
★You're right -- violence is the wrong message in this case. Keep thinking...
★You have nothing to fear. The Watcher loves you and blesses you. Go forth and find the inspiration you seek.
★So you're telling me that they came to you requesting a Flanged Hound Horn to be built with a sound dampener?! Doesn't that defeat the entire point? People are hilarious!
★I've summoned you here for a special purpose, SimTitle0. We've been losing cultural ground to the neighboring territories. We need something new to boast about.I'm commissioning your unequaled skills to construct a great cultural relic. Don't let me down!
★Me? Inspire the town to build a grand cultural object? Of course! Why didn't I think of this before! My job is to evoke emotions! I SHALL INSPIRE ALL!
★...maybe not.
★"I'm really sorry to be the one to tell you this, but things are not well here. Sims are despondent, worried, and hopeless. They need something grand to uplift them, but I have heard of no plans from our leaders."
★Hold on a moment. We vetoed the idea of a device that shows the future for various reasons...But what if we created a device that shows us the past!?
★SimTitle0, this is perfect! These designs are exactly what I need to finish this wondrous Stone of Knowledge!A few small adjustments to my original settings and this relic will be ready to go!
★The two quickly discussed a few ideas and tossed aside just as many. It was clear that this would be no simple task. The concept had to be something truly special.SimTitle0 and SimTitle1 agreed to meet up in the morning to figure out their next course of action.
★"While SimTitle0 works on the beginnings of the Stone, I can see if any foreign blacksmiths have applicable designs worth buying. It may make our job a lot easier."
★I swear, this town is awful. *Buuuurrrp*I mean, have you listened to the Priests lately? Fire and brimstone, friend. We're all doomed. May as well sit here and enjoy a warm drink on the way down.
★Please. You have done nothing wrong. Now I feel terrible. It's something wrong with the town; not you. Let me buy you a drink to make it up.
★You know, I think you're on to something. What if I performed a majestic play in front of the town?
★Wow! This is a really important job. Probably the most important I've ever had. This is going to require careful planning and crackerjack timing, but I was born ready! I shall serve my Kingdom with honor.
★You know, I think you're on to something. What if I read a majestic poem in front of the whole town?
★"An original play?! Created AND performed by YOU?! Of course it will inspire the town! It will inspire the world!"Oh praise be to the Watcher. Bless you!"
★The Watcher will speak through me if I just concentrate hard enough!
★Well, the past has already occurred, so a device of this nature should remain pretty reliable. I can't say I've heard of anyone trying it, though.
★Hmmm. Everyone likes something visually pleasing. If I make a proper talisman, could we enchant it so that everyone who views it finds it the most beautiful thing they've ever seen?
★The voice of the land will guide me towards the perfect masterpiece!
★Okay, everyone seems gripped and ready for art! Now to deliver the good stuff!
★Okay, everyone seems gripped and ready for art! Now to deliver the good stuff!First, I must enlist the help of SimTitle0.
★SimTitle0 quickly filled SimTitle1 in on the situation. They passed ideas back and forth, but it was clear that the solution eluded them both.
★An original poem?! Created AND performed by YOU?! Of course it will inspire the town! It will inspire the world!Oh, praise be to The Watcher. Bless you!
★An original play?! Created AND performed by YOU?! Of course it will inspire the town! It will inspire the world! Oh praise be to The Watcher. Bless you!
★It is done. I was successful. Almost a pity I have to give it away now.
★It sounds like you were amazing. I think I did well myself and really formed a connection to the people living here.I just hope my meager attempts add but a scrap to your brilliance.
★Yeah, I've heard them yelling. The priests say that The Watcher is always observing and judging. I wonder how we will be judged?
★The Kingdom was listless and unmotivated. Things had expanded rapidly, but nothing of any real cultural significance had come from TownName. The people needed something that they could rally behind.The bard could feel the unease pervading the city, but was unable to pinpoint its source.
★Weapons are too practical to be inspiring cultural masterpieces. Unless you want to call the ruling class a bunch of tyrants! That would make a statement!
★I've got it!  It will take two different spells to make this object function as intended. I'll need to make sure that I've studied and prepared 'Telepathy' and 'Ghostly Music'.
★Excuse me, but if you have a moment, will you please come chat with me?
★Here pal. Take a swig of this - it's on me.
★You seek out calm spots in the nearby woods to draw inspiration from.I will speak with some of the people in town.
★That's interesting, but I doubt we'll be able to obtain the needed relics. Is it really worth their sacrifice for just one new object?
★That was some pretty heavy preaching. There must be some way to motivate the spirits of our residents and raise hope throughout the land.
★I think I've done it! These designs will definitely help SimTitle1 out.
★Okay, here's the Stone. Don't mess it up! That was not an easy thing to perfect!
★Please forgive my rudeness. I am an aspiring Bard who is roaming the countryside to gain experience and I've already found YOU!What other great things will I find here?
★Really? Well, I appreciate your honesty. I guess I did have an unrealistic image in my head. I mean... no place is perfect, right?
★Go forth, my child, with ease and confidence. The sin shall wash away like grime from dirty clothing. The Watcher has blessed you.*AHEM* Now it's time for YOU to bless this Church.
★Hmmm, it seems like there are several competent blacksmiths spread over the territories. I'm sure if I brought some goods to trade, I could procure some useful designs to speed up and assist our work.
★"Thanks, but I don't think we're acquainted. Ummm...who are you?"
★Bah! Healing relics are a dime a dozen. Think bigger, bigger!
★Okay then, off I go. I'll meet up with you later to compare notes! (Oh-my-Watcher-I-can't-believe-I'm-working-alongside-SimTitle1!)
★Okay, we both know that this is no ordinary piece of art we're putting together. This has to be something grand and amazing.We should split up and gather inspiration from several local sources.
★You have done it! I hardly believe you did it so fast. Is it perfect?! I can't wait to experience it!
★Uh-oh... from your tone, I know something is amiss. Did I offend you somehow? I'm so sorry!(I'm so stupid! Dumb! Why am I bothering this great woman! I should just go home!)
★I think we're on to something! So what next?
★A grand project, huh? That's really quite interesting. Bah! I doubt the Monarch will want to spend the funds on something like that!
★I'll bet YOU could inspire the town!  What if you performed something provocative?You are the greatest living Bard, after all. I would follow you to the edges of the oceans!
★Blessed Watcher, it IS you! The greatest bard in all the land!Oh, how I had hoped to see you during this journey, but never in a hundred years did I think I could talk to you face-to-face!
★Okay! I think that should do it. I wonder how SimTitle0 is doing?
★That's the thought that keeps me up at night. What are we doing that'll get us in The Watcher's good graces? I mean, it seems like we're just heading down the wrong road.
★Good thinking. We're going nowhere fast -- let's go listen to the priests.
★SimTitle0 felt fresh, focused, and ready to build the most grand object the Kingdom had ever seen!But what would be built? The blacksmith decided it was high time to pay a visit to SimTitle1. Surely her expertise could be of value in this endeavor.
★So the town is really doing that bad, huh? I'm surprised the Monarch hasn't started some grand project to raise morale.
★Yes... now I can finally think clearly. What type of object should I build? It can't be anything I've done before - that much is certain. It must be something unique. Something... magical? Hmmm. I may need to bring in some help on this one.
★Brilliant (as always).Do you want me to gather inspiration from the local characters or from the natural landscape?
★AND YOU ALL ARE GUILTY!The fearful, the unbelieving, the abominable, the murderers, the sorcerers, the idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death!
★SimTitle0 had discovered that there were two kinds of days in TownName. There were days when she got to sleep in a little bit, eat a nice breakfast, and attend to her duties; and there were days that started with a summons from the Monarch.Today was the latter type.
★I just don't think that will be good enough.Back to the drawing board...
★Are you kidding?! Well, what else did the guy think his wife would be doing in a 'privacy booth.' Ha ha ha. I'm surprised she didn't make you test it out in front of her before delivery to ensure it was functioning properly! HA!
★I've heard of such objects, but I think they're very temperamental. I've yet to hear of a consistently functioning device that remains accurate over time.We don't want to deliver something faulty.
★Well...uh...welcome to TownName. Hope you find inspiration, um...well, anywhere you can!
★Well, I've done all I can. Now I just have to wait. The show is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM!!
★You're absolutely right about heading down the wrong path. The Monarch sure isn't helping us out at all. We're on our own.Let's go listen more to the Peterans. Maybe they have some advice.
★Yes, yes. I can just see the very beginnings of my performance! The forest has spoken to me!But I need more. Where else shall I go?
★Now I feel terrible. This person is a good soul. I owe 'em at least a drink to offset my terrible attitude as of late.
★Those two books certainly helped clarify things.I'm going to have to isolate the specific spells that will imbue knowledge into an object, as well as package the history in manageable chunks that fit into memory.
★With some modesty, I tell you it is my greatest creation! Prepare the Tavern immediately for a show and go post some advertisements!I will send a letter to beg for the Monarch's presence!
★SimTitle0 is probably waiting for me. It's time to get the creative juices flowing!
★The Bard had heard enough. This kind of talk was decidedly unpleasant. Was this land really on the path to eternal damnation? Was there nothing to be done?These heavy thoughts made the Bard want to seek out the familiar landscape of the local tavern, sink into a favorite chair, and give this topic the deep drinking it needed. ...I mean thinking.
★I thought of that too, but it would take months if not years to finish properly. Time is of the essence!
★Well, I suppose we need to start researching the design and collecting all the necessary components. It may be a little trial and error; this has never been done before, after all.
★Think about it: an orb that you gaze into to reveal the lessons and mysteries of the past! It's unique, unbelievable, can be constructed rather quickly, AND will generate excitement and buzz in town!
★Make 100 Simoles
★Make 100 Simoles
★"I can get you anything you need."
★"My magic prowess can help."
★"I am construction personified!"
★"I shall be the muse of inspiration!"
★"Everyone has something unique to offer my story."Inspiration from Sims: 1000
★Ask 5 Sims for Inspiration
★Serve Drink to the Aspiring Bard
★"The 'Telepathy' spell will ensure that anyone holding the Stone of History will be able to connect mentally to it and form a link to access all the contained information."
★Cast Telepathy
★"I just hope I get a good turnout. The people of TownName NEED to see this!"
★Send a Personal Letter
★Write a Legendary Play
★Get a Drink from Tavern Cask
★"Casting 'Ghostly Music' on the Stone will imbue it with all the necessary historical knowledge...and it just sounds good!"
★Cast Ghostly Music
★"I should recruit SimTitle1 to help."
★"Okay, it is time to take the stage..."
★Recite Poem Onstage
★Perform the Play
★Start the Play
★Recruit SimTitle1 to Act
★"The salty spray of the sea foam only piques my thirst for greatness!"
★"I can feel the words wanting to jump from my hand to the parchment! Hurry, before my inspiration abandons me!"
★Write an Epic Poem
★Sit Down
★I cannot hope to be inspired with sin in my heart. I must go to the Church and cleanse my spirit so that I can focus on making the most wondrous artifact the land has ever seen!
★Be Absolved of All Sin
★Get a Drink from the Cask
★"What inspiration can I gather here?"
★Gather Inspiration for 1 hr
★"I'll warm up the crowd first with my lute. That should set the proper mood."
★Play Lute Onstage
★"It appears that I'm not the only one feeling down. Can't say I necessarily blame them. Is my drink gone already?"
★Get another Drink
★"As long as I bring goods along to trade, I'm sure I can bring back some smithy designs to speed along our project."
★Sail To Trade with Territories
★"The Watcher blesses all and will bring hope back to this realm!"
★"Ahh, the smells of this court certainly evoke some strong emotions. Let's get this done quickly."
★"Every time I gather inspiration, words and pictures rush into my mind! I strive to remember every single detail!"
★"It would be rude to make my new friend drink alone..."
★Grab Yourself a Drink
★"Yes! I am on my way to greatness!"
★"Hmmm. Those Sims sure seem despondant. Does everyone in town feel like this? Maybe I should go listen to what the priests are saying.But first...one more for the road. It's a little chilly outside."
★"This person certainly seems to recognize me. Do I know her?"
★Get to Know the Stranger
★"This aspiring bard came all the way here to study and meet me. I can't be the one to destroy that dream."
★Discuss State of the Kingdom
★"She might not take it well, but the truth is always best."
★Discuss State of the Kingdom
★"The church could use my help. A 20 Simole donation seems like it would go a long way."
★"Some stranger wants to talk with me. I wonder what she wants?"
★Chat with the Stranger
★"I think I'll seek some outside assistance. I'm certain SimTitle1 can help me out."
★Chat with SimTitle1
★"I guess a small donation isn't too much to ask..."
★Give 20 Simoles to the Priest
★"I wonder what I was actually summoned here for?"
★Discuss Royal Affairs
★"Let's get SimTitle1 up onstage to help."
★Recruit SimTitle1
★"I must draw inspiration from the Kingdom's source: its glorious leader."
★Ask SimTitle1 for Inspiration
★"What would the humble Peterans offer me?"
★Ask SimTitle1 for Inspiration
★Could the greatest minds and strongest hands of TownName come together to create something so grand that people would travel from distant lands just to behold it once in their lifetime?
★This detailed map shows the exact location of the dig site in Tredony where the relic was found.
★This is a boarding pass to Tredony. Although a forgery, it is an exquisite copy of the real thing and should avoid detection from all but the keenest observers.
★Map of Tredony
★Forged Boarding Pass
★Receive Instructions
★Show Boarding Pass
★Bribe the Bandit
★"I was told that the servant would have details for me..."
★Receive Instructions
★Question Activities
★"I'll need to present my pass to the guard in order to get boarding clearance. I hope this forgery is as good as I think!"
★Present Boarding Pass to Guard
★"I'm ready and the ship is about to begin boarding. Here goes nothing..."
★Go to the Ship
★"I am as ready as I'll ever be. Here goes nothing..."
★Go to the Forest
★"I do my best thinking while my body is occupied. I'll go home and practice on the dummy while I think of a plan."
★Return Home and Practice
★"I cannot allow myself to be captured or identified. Combustion Cordials are a necessary precaution."Combustion Cordials Owned: 1001
★Have 2 Cordial Combustions
★"I am not exactly certain where the relic lies. If I find a gullible local, a Truth Tonic will make things much easier for everyone."
★Have a Truth Tonic
★How should SimTitle0 silence the thief?
★So what's the plan?
★SimTitle0 has bought the thief's silence. Now what?
★What should SimTitle0 tell the Monarch?
★Who should SimTitle0 be?
★"I'll travel on foot through the forest. The path is long and dangerous, but it provides the most cover."
★"I'll travel by sea. It's a quick and direct route, but well guarded. I'll need a good cover story..."
★Ack! Guess I had that coming... I hope I didn't waste too much time.
★Okay, OKAY! You win, just -- take your stupid money back.
★As soon as SimTitle0 stepped into the forest clearing, she sensed the presence of another traveler. It was important that no one recognize SimFirstName0 or guess her intent.Who was this stranger? Would the Spy's cover be blown?
★Our neighbors in Tredony have discovered an ancient relic that has serious religious implications. They are trying to keep it to themselves, when they know that I need to review it personally.I need you to enter Tredony and secretly procure the relic for me.
★What do you think you're doing, fool?! I can handle the likes of you!
★Whoa! I swear I mean no harm. I just happened to be passing by. It was kinda dark out. What woman in the woods?! I didn't see nobody!
★HA HA! Well played. The little bug has a bite! Now get yourself to Tredony and report for duty!
★AHA! It's very faint, but a little bit of an accent slipped out. This stranger is part of the Thieve's Guild.I can't proceed until I am confident that no word of my travels will get out. Now how can I guarantee that?
★Alright, so quickly and quietly. Two of my specialties.
★This mission won't be easy. All routes in and out of Tredony have been locked down.We've drawn up a map with the suspected location of their dig site and a list of probable locations for the relic. You can get the map at our secret drop. Good luck!
★SimTitle0 had discovered that there were two kinds of days in TownName. There were days when she got to sleep in a little bit, eat a nice breakfast, and attend to her duties; and there were days that started with a summons from the Monarch.Today was the latter type.
★Unbelievable! You thought you were throwing sleeping potions at the guards, but they were actually love potions! And they were so busy making out with each other that you slipped right past them?! Hilarious!
★How exciting! I'm sure the Grey Knight had it coming. If he was such a wonderful swordsman, then how was it so easy for you to poison him in his sleep?
★Oh yeah, you can't tell this Boarding Pass from the real thing! Now to pick an identity that will allow easy access to Tredony...
★I'm taking the boat.
★I'll sneak through the forest.
★SimFirstName0! How are you? Any interesting news?
★Something feels wrong about this one. I'll try to keep the conversation going until I can pinpoint my feelings of unease.
★ATTENTION MAGGOTS! No unauthorized persons on the docks at this time.Travel to the Southern port is currently restricted. Please show proper identification if you have approved business there.
★SimTitle0 grabbed hold of the package, quickly opened it up, and extracted the map. Just as the servant promised, the map detailed where she should start looking. She had the info, now she just had to come up with a plan.
★So you are cousin to the prestigious Duke of Tredony? You don't LOOK like a member of the Duke's family...Still, royal family is permitted to travel. Proceed.
★So you're a mercenary, are you? HA! We must be getting desperate. Hope you didn't cost much. HA HA!!Go home, little one. We don't want you getting hurt over there.
★"No one can stop me from taking what I want."
★"I can trade for anything!"
★Without a cultural masterpiece to deliver to the castle, TownName was doomed to be a footnote in history.
★The Monarch was extremely pleased with SimTitle0's performance and heaped praise and rewards upon her. Of course, no one else in the kingdom could ever know what the Spy had done, but if you could only have one person rewarding your work, SimTitle1 would be the one to choose!As for the important relic, that was now the castle's important problem. SimTitle0 got it where it needed to go, and that was all that concerned her.
★Primary Hero:"  Spy (Lv 5+)
★"I will be the second cousin of the Duke of Tredony. Who would question that?"
★"It's just silly enough to be completely plausible."
★Get into Character (use mirror)
★"I fooled the guard! Next stop, Tredony."
★Travel to Tredony
★"I should go. Every minute wasted here lowers my chance of finding the relic intact and unattended."
★"Alright, the forest path is clear. Next stop, Tredony."
★Travel to Tredony
★"Extra security, hmm. Maybe I'll pretend to be a Tredony guard on the way to her post."
★"If anyone asks where I'm going, I'll just yell 'Where are YOU going?' in my best guard voice!"
★"I'll need to forge a document that will allow me safe passage on the boat. All unofficial travel has been restricted."
★Forge Boarding Pass
★"I should find a package at our secret drop spot at the messenger post."
★Check Messenger Post for Secret Drop
★"I'll scare this poor wretch so bad that the mere thought of revealing my secrets will cause spasms of terror!"
★Threaten Bandit
★"This person's a thief. 25 Simoles ought to do the trick. Done and done."
★"Bribe is such an ugly word. What if I pronounced it 'bry-bee?' That's a little better..."
★Bribe the Bandit
★"And I was worried this person wasn't any fun!"
★Duel the Bandit
★"Now it's time to sneak that money back, because hey, free silence!"
★Pickpocket Bandit
★"I'm positive that if I can keep this person talking, I'll catch a slip-up."
★Chat Further with the Suspicious Sim
★"The guard thinks I'm soft, huh? A good-natured duel should prove that I have the skills expected of a mercenary."
★Duel the Guard
★"There's always the latest tales of disreputable adventure."
★"And then there was the case of the poorly labeled potions. That's always good for a laugh."
★"It just proves that you should never label your potions while under the influence of potion."
★"Some of the details are a little gory, but she asked!"
★"With formalities out of the way, I should find out what I am doing here."
★Discuss Current Affairs
★Chat with the Monarch
★Gossip about latest adventure
★Tell Funny Story
★"I should go find out what the castle needs of me today."
★"Who is this stranger? I cannot move on without ensuring that my mission is still secret!"
★Question the Wanderer
★The territory of Tredony, in the midst of building a new bridge, had uncovered an ancient tablet. The importance of this relic was so great that the leaders had closed its gates to all outsiders. The Monarch knew that TownName must possess this relic, but how to get it?
★Ok go and bless the blacksmith via QuestTemplateInteraction!
★Get some gold bars in your inventory, AKA Wildflowers
★Give the gold to the Bard, AKA do the template interaction on the Bard
★Deposit the money in the messenger post!
★Use the ship to trade and get golden paper, AKA 2 Wildflowers
★Go perform the cultural masterpiece for the king, AKA do the quest interaction on the monarch
★Go read historical books, AKA go and research Cure on Scribe Table
★Go write the play, AKA Go research cure on the Scribe Table
★Go and make a best friend and then do the QuestTemplateInteraction on him to be inspired to write your play!
★Ok you need to make a copper sword!
★Hooray!  You used the golden paper from the Merchant to write a Cultural Masterpiece play!  Now go show it to the King!
★Make 100 Simoles!
★Now you need to make 1000 Simoles!
★ok time to give the king the money!
★Time to make a base for the statue!
★Go and propose a masterpiece to SimTitle1!
★Go and propose a new cultural masterpiece to the Monarch!
★Ok Merchant, go and sail on your ship, AKA use the scribe table to write documents
★Lately, SimTitle0 had taken a keen interest in collecting relics of cultural significance from other lands. No one knew exactly why Her Royalness was so interested in these antiques, but it wasn't their place to question.In truth, the Queen was beginning to wonder what TownName's great cultural contribution would be to the world...
★Cultural Masterpiece
★The Craft of War
★A blade crafted using the long-forgotten secrets of the legendary sword-master, Mace Moon.
★Unfinished Legendary Blade
★It had begun with a simple dream: to forge something important, and lasting. Sadly, not all dreams are meant to be realized...
★Burning with creative fire, SimTitle0 rose above the mundane craft that typically occupied her forge to craft a masterpiece. Turning to SimTitle1 for her vast knowledge of lore and divine support, the two unlikely heroes discovered an ancient recipe for a legendary sword.The weapon they created was no mere tool of war, but a lasting work of art.
★"I require a symbol of my power."
★Primary Hero:"  Blacksmith-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Peteran Priest-------------------------------------Supporting Character:"  Monarch
★Unsigned Work Order
★An official crafting order requisitioned and authorized by the crown.
★Rare ore to be used to augment the purifying catalyst.
★The complex formulas and theories credited to Mace Moon, documented by the Peteran Smith Volcam in 'The Calm Before the Forge'.
★The complete and unabridged works of master-smith Volcam, as translated from "The Calm Before the Forge" lore book.
★A crafting contract for the forging of a masterpiece fit for royalty. Needs official authorization from the crown.
★Royal Crafting Requisition
★Pouch of Ore Ingredients
★Transcribed Smithing Notes
★Translated Book of Crafting Lore
★Unsigned Work Order
★"With the advisor's approval, I will have the authorization I need to craft my masterpiece."
★Present Crafting Order
★Present SimTitle2 with Unsigned Crafting Order
★"I shall see what a blade of pure Adamantle can do..."
★"I shall see what a blade of pure Mithral can do..."
★"With a little more ore, this experimental blade of alloy can be tempered into a legendary sword. Then it's all up to my artistry."
★Forge a Prototype Adamantle Blade
★Forge a Prototype Alloy Blade
★Forge a Prototype Mithral Blade
★Forge Alloy Blade into Unfinished Legendary Sword
★"It's an official royal order, so of course there is some paperwork involved."
★Write Trade Agreement at Scribe Table
★How will SimTitle0 test the prototype Mithral blade?
★How will SimTitle0 test the prototype Adamantle blade?
★Now that I've patched up the cooking pot, I need to deliver it to SimTitle1 in the keep. Then it's on to the next work order.
★After years beyond counting, my time in this world is drawing to a close. Before I re-unite with my lost love, I shall lead you to his forgotten forge deep in the forest.Honor his legend and mine; craft your masterpiece, SimTitle0.
★SimTitle0, I have seen your heart and know your goal. You are compassionate and wise. You are the first ones I have met worthy of carrying on Mace's legacy. You may have the hilt. Honor it. And now, I can finally sleep...
★SimTitle0, I have seen your heart and know your goal. You are compassionate and wise. You are the first I have met worthy of carrying on Mace's legacy. But before I can hand over the hilt, I ask one small favor...I have spent lifetimes mourning the loss of my love. This broken sword is all I have left of his memory. If you can bring me some token to remind me of Mace, I will gladly offer the hilt in exchange.
★Thank you, SimTitle0. You have brought peace to my troubled soul and so you may have the hilt. Soon, I shall sleep.As my last act, I will lead SimTitle1 to Mace Moon's hidden forge. Just find me when all is ready&
★Deep in prayer, SimTitle0 was suddenly confronted by a dream-like apparition& A lithe, female figure stood on the edge of a mirror-like pond, her flowing white clothes whipping wildly about her despite the stillness. She drew something shining from beneath her robes and held it aloft, revealing a dazzling but broken blade in her upraised hand.   Why have you summoned me?  the figure asked coldly.
★Between the ringing blows of hammer against anvil, SimTitle0's mind wandered from her routine crafting to visions of superior design and finely-wrought artistry.  Sadly there was little use for masterpieces in TownName currently, with a back-order of mundane fixes for uninspired tools.That last thought brought SimTitle0 back to the present, and the task of repairing the broken cauldron for SimTitle1.
★The Watcher smiles upon us, SimFirstName0! I have acquired an exceptionally rare and ancient tome chronicling the life and feats of Mace Moon, Volcam's predecessor.I will spare you the beautifully archaic prose and get to the point of interest&  namely, the use of miraculous liquids to purify metals to perfection. I will need rare minerals from you, whilst I provide the holy water by augmenting the well.
★After pondering the details of Mace Moon's theories of metal-lore as imparted by SimTitle1, she quickly reviewed TownName's limited body of crafting knowledge. Mace Moon's theories seemed sound. Further, SimTitle0 presumed that if she could augment the catalyst recipes beyond the Mana Stone base, at the critical moment, these ancient secrets could be yet improved upon with amazing effect.
★Ah. Well, I'm not sure what that means, but I order you to forge me an incredible sword. You will be compensated fairly for your work. Please make this your highest priority.
★SimTitle0, I find myself conspicuously lacking a symbol of my authority in TownName. I would like you to craft something to inspire the people, a representation of my great reign. What do you say?
★Excellent! I look forward to witnessing your tremendous craftsmanship.If you will please draft up an invoice for SimTitle1's endorsement, I will ensure that you are well compensated for your labor.
★Many thanks, SimTitle0, for your skillful repair and prompt delivery. Here is the payment agreed upon for your service. I should mention before adjourning to my duties that SimTitle2 wanted a word with you.
★After careful study of TownName's accumulated crafting knowledge and various manuals on metallurgy, SimTitle0 discovered a couple of new sword-crafting techniques. While the recipes seemed straightforward enough, the notes scrawled along the margins were faded, leaving little information on the effectiveness of the blades. SimTitle0 would have to verify their value, before presenting a finished product to SimTitle1.
★The formulas translated by SimTitle1 are incredibly sophisticated for when this was written. One of the most promising, again by this mysterious Mace Moon, is a unique combing of rare metals into what Volcam called an "alloy."This may yield better results than a blade of singular ore. I will have to test this theory the first chance I get!
★"Let us see how well this Adamantle blade holds under repeated use."Time left to practice: String0/ 20 m
★"Now we will see the strength of an alloy blade!"Time to practice: String0 / 30 m
★"Let us see how well this Mithral blade holds under repeated use."Time left to practice: String0/ 20 m
★Test the Prototype Adamantle blade(on Training Dummy)
★Test the Prototype Alloy Blade on a Training Dummy
★Test the Prototype Mithral Blade(on Training Dummy)
★The combining of two rare ores into a single blade was a true challenge, but the alloy took to the fire and hammer with a perfect mix of resilience and suppleness, yielding an extremely handsome and balance blade.However, the true test would be running it through its paces on the training dummy and trying its edge with a good sharpening.
★Panting with the exertion of brutalizing the royal training dummy, SimTitle0 wiped her brow and gazed down at the sword in her hand...The alloy blade seemed untouched by a half an hour's worth of heavy impacts! This experiment seemed promising indeed, but SimTitle0 would not get her hopes up until it passed the sharpness test.
★This is passable as a prototype to test the blade's edge and durability. I'll need a whet stone for sharpening, and I should visit the town square to check its resilience.
★After a few minutes on the training dummy, SimTitle0 paused to catch her breath. The Adamantle blade seemed untouched by the impacts, but the training dummy sported more than a few dents.While not the beautiful tool SimTitle0 had hoped for, the hard, dark blade might just appease SimTitle1's request. But there was one more test...
★After a few minutes on the training dummy, SimTitle0 paused to catch her breath. Much to her chagrin, the sword's supple Mithral blade had bent in several places along its length.The metal, while beautiful, was simply too soft to hold-up against any prolonged use. Certainly, this could not be given to the discerning SimTitle1.
★SimTitle0 skillfully applied the whet stone along the newly-forged Adamantle blade. After a few strokes, the sword's rough edges remained dull and blackened.SimTitle0 sighed in resignation. The metal of the Adamantle blade was simply too hard to accept a proper sharpening from the whet stone. This weapon was unusable, and a poor offering for SimTitle1 indeed.
★With practiced movements, SimTitle0 swept the last whet stone along the experimental alloy blade. In just a few strokes, the shiny stone was split neatly in two, and the sword's edges gleamed with an inner fire.SimTitle0 smiled in delight. While the sword was lighter than normal and its hilt crude, the blade itself was brilliant and deadly. Finally, SimFirstName0 felt she had the makings of a true masterpiece! Only a resizing and a few final embellishments remained.
★SimTitle0 skillfully applied the whet stone along the newly-forged Mithral blade. After a few strokes the sword's gleaming edge sliced neatly through the shiny stone.SimTitle0 nodded in satisfaction. While not the masterpiece of crafting she was hoping for, this blade might be a suitable gift for SimTitle1, but only after it passed a test of durability.
★"What does this evaluation mean? Must I prove my worth to read and study?"
★"With my devotion proven and my recent scholarly work given as an offering, I can finally receive the tome of Mace Moon from SimTitle2."
★"Can I persuade her to release that hilt to SimTitle1 to complete her masterpiece?"
★"I'm as prepared as I'll ever be; I have the blade, a hilt, and the catalyst. With SimTitle2 to guide me, the eve of my masterpiece approaches."
★"The legendary tale of Mace Moon will surely ease SimTitle2's loneliness and earn me his hilt for SimTitle1."
★"I am loathe to part with such a treasured tome on loan from the Eyebrary, but I can instruct SimTitle1 on the pertinent content contained with."
★"I cannot continue this futile pursuit of perfection, and SimTitle2 deserves to hear it directly from me."
★"I have enough of the rare ore to augment the priest's catalyst."
★"Here is the copy of the practical bits that SimTitle1 would be interested in."
★Inquire about Evaluation
★Make Book Exchange
★"Please grant me the hilt."
★"I am ready to go to the forest forge."
★Give Azurite Ingredients
★I offer you this book.
★Give Electrum Ingredients
★Give up on Crafting Dream
★Give Transcribed Lore Notes
★Teach the Blade-Smith's Tale
★Inquire to Eyebrary Representative about Evaluation
★Make Book Exchange with SimTitle2
★Charm SimTitle2 to Bestow the Hilt
★Tell SimTitle2 it's Time to Find the Forge
★Give SimTitle2 the Story of Mace Moon
★Deliver "Legend of the Leaf-Cutter" to SimTitle1
★Tell SimTitle2 about Giving up Dream
★Give Mineral to SimTitle1
★Give Transcribed Notes to SimTitle1
★Teach SimTitle1 the tale from "Legend of the Leaf-Cutter"
★"Another work order completed. Just have to return the freshly mended courtly cauldron to the castle."
★"I have no idea what Her Majesty wishes to see me for, but it would not do to keep her waiting."
★Confess Artistic Dream
★Return Mended Cauldron
★You sent for me, my liege?
★Confess Artistic Dream to SimTitle2
★Confess Artistic Dream to SimTitle3
★Return Mended Cauldron to SimTitle3
★Listen to SimTitle2's Request
★"I should have a surplus of shiny stones that I can put to good use as whet stones."
★Acquire 2 Azurite to Enhance the Blade
★Acquire 2 Electrum to Enhance the Blade
★Acquire 1 Shiny Stone to use as a Whet Stone
★Test the Sword's Strength
★Test the Blade's Sharpness
★The kingdom will provide some coin to cover basic expenses. As this work shall be the symbol of SimTitle1's power, she expects your best work. To help, we have made the Castle's resources available to you in the town square.
★"A few scraps of this shiny stone along the blade should give me a good indication of its ability to hold an edge."
★Test the Adamantle Blade's Sharpness by Whetting It
★Test the Alloy Blade's sharpness by Whetting It
★Test the Mithral Blade's Edge by Whetting It
★Pray for Inspiration for String0
★"Is it improper to share my dreams with other sims?"
★"Perhaps SimTitle2 would like to know about my real dreams and desires..."
★"A sword fashioned in Mace Moon's style might ease SimTitle2's loneliness and earn me his hilt for SimTitle1."
★"The legendary tale of Mace Moon will surely ease SimTitle2's loneliness and earn me his hilt for SimTitle1."
★"With this Hilt from Mace Moon's sword, and SimTitle3's permission to use the forge, SimTitle1 should have all she needs to complete a masterpiece."
★"While I would like to add the tome to my growing library of lore, I think SimTitle1 would benefit more from its contents."
★"This unfinished blade was hard to come by, but I would be honored to present this to SimTitle2 if it will give her peace. And, I can always forge another!"
★"If SimTitle2 truly wishes to help, she can decipher this Peteran chicken scratch for me so I can get to forging."
★I offer you this book.
★"Take these items, with my blessing."
★Give Book of Forge Lore
★Return Book for Translation
★"No one would understand my creative passion, except perhaps SimTitle2. She seems kind enough, and is always preaching about touchy-feely things like art."
★Give SimTitle2 the Unfinished Blade for the Hilt
★Give SimTitle2 the Story of Mace Moon for the Hilt
★Give legendary sword parts to SimTitle1
★Give SimTitle1 the Copy of "The Calm Before the Forge"
★Give SimTitle1 the Unfinished Legendary Blade for SimTitle2
★Return Book of Forge Lore to SimTitle2 for Further Translation
★"Could it be that the tale of Mace Moon ended right here, in the region that would become TownName?"
★Visit the Pond to Find Lost Spirit
★"SimTitle1 is in The Watcher's hands now. I pray for success in fulfilling her crafting dream."Time to pray: String0 / 1h
★Pray for SimTitle1's Success for 1 hour
★"I must spend at least an hour in solemn prayer."
★"I must have a whet stone for the blade's final test."
★"Just a couple of ore samples should be enough."
★"I need to forge this cooking pot for my customer."
★Forge the Broken Pot into a Courtly Cooking Pot
★"Just a couple of stones should be enough."
★"Let's see if I can forge with an 'alloy' as Volcam and Moon once did."
★"There's a fascinating selection of useful texts accumulating at the village shoppe! Sadly it is likely due to the commoners' inability to read..."
★"This powerful brew will be the final ingredient in SimTitle2's creation. And with the additions she has made, I expect something amazing!"
★Acquire "The Calm Before the Forge" by the Peteran Smith Volcam
★Prepare a Divine Catalyst in a Fireplace cauldron
★Prepare a Tremendous Catalyst in a Fireplace cauldron
★Collect 1 of Each Type of Metal Ore
★What will be offered for the legendary hilt?
★"I will craft a blade... of Adamantle!"
★"I will craft a blade... of Mithral!"
★Which experimental blade will SimTitle0 attempt?
★"Two samples of Electrum should put the finishing touches on the legendary blade."
★"Hmmm... I will need two Azurite gems to finish this masterpiece."
★What will SimTitle0 augment the catalyst with?
★"I am terribly sorry, Your Majesty, but this is a very personal project. I could not simply sell it off."
★"Thank you, SimTitle1. I accept your generous offer to sponsor my masterpiece."
★How will SimTitle0 respond to SimTitle1's request?
★"This proves that I'm not the only smith ever to seek inspiration."
★Read "The Calm Before the Forge" for Translation
★Read "The Calm Before the Forge" for Inspiration
★"This book is old and worn. Not surprisingly, SimTitle2 had trouble deciphering some of its more technical concepts. Thankfully, I have a knack for ancient script, numbers, and sums."
★"Well, reading is not really my strong suit; I will humor SimTitle2 with this old book."
★"Finally, my fact-finding mission can continue with what should prove to be the critical text on the life of the legendary blade-smith Mace Moon."
★Read "Legend of the Leaf-Cutter"
★Thank The Watcher! I found a well-worn copy of "The Calm Before the Forge" transcribed from Volcam's original crafting journals. If she can get through the archaic text, the wisdom imparted within would be invaluable to SimTitle0.
★I am not sure SimTitle0 is aware of the relevance of this text. The author, who once lived at the Great Eyebrary nearby, frequently references the writings of an ancient smith, Mace Moon, who was reputed to have forged the most perfect weapons ever.I shall have to make a copy of the formulas Volcam learned from this forgotten master for SimTitle0 to experiment with. And while she is banging away on her metal, I shall investigate this lore in great depth.
★Your devotion to The Watcher and passion for lore mark you as a true and faithful Peteran. And your affinity for the nuances of the ancient language is impressive! You could have easily been a monk of the Eyebrary, but I see you are doing equally noble work here in TownName.Enjoy the tome, SimFirstName0, and may The Watcher guide you.
★There's a copy of the formulas Volcam learned from the forgotten master for SimTitle0 to experiment with. Meanwhile, I shall investigate this lore and Mace Moon in greater detail.
★Do not feel ashamed of this aspiration, SimTitle0, it is a virtuous goal I wish more people had. Perhaps your example will inspire others to follow their creative passions.And so I will help you in whatever capacity I may for you to achieve your artistic dreams. Even if it is to make a weapon, it is first and foremost a work from your heart.
★I am no artist, just a humble tinkerer. How presumptuous it was to think that I could craft an awe-inspiring work of art!I owe it to SimTitle1 to tell her first-hand that I have failed...
★This is foolish... I cannot make a masterpiece. I should go back to mending pots... unless SimTitle1 can purge this despair yet again? But what would be the point?
★SimTitle0, please, I have faith in you and so does The Watcher. I promised to support your endeavors, and I shall. Pray with me a moment.
★A snowy pigeon delivered a scroll bearing the seal of the Great Eyebrary to SimTitle0, who read it with growing chagrin:"Watcher See You, Sister,     Your request has been received, and while your pursuit of knowledge is laudable, the information in question is highly prized. Before we can release it from the vaults, a standard evaluation must be conducted. As such, we are sending a representative to discuss this with you further.In perpetuity,Lore-Keeper Benedictus.
★SimTitle1 saw that the life of Mace Moon was inspiring yet tragic. Falling for a princess, Moon and his love fled half-way across the world from her enraged father, until assassins finally caught up with them. He died defending his love, and she in turn carried his sword to a still pond where she disappeared, awaiting a worthy successor to the Mace's legacy.Closing the book, SimTitle1 found herself inexplicably drawn to learn more from the ancient text...
★Greetings SimTitle0, I am the Peteran representative. Before I can release the precious text into your possession, I have been asked to affirm that the recipient is a woman of faithful devotion. Further, knowledge is never free, but must be earned or traded. If you can prove your piousness and part with your recently translated text, we'll feel confident about lending you the only known copy of Mace Moon's chronicles: Legend of the Leaf-Cutter.
★Poor, down-trodden souls, just existing to reach the next day. Have we lost all passion and expression in TownName?If they only understood The Watcher as I do, they would yearn to rejoice with song and art. Is there a cure to this terrible dulling of the soul in any of the Peteran lore books?
★This is a virtuous goal, SimTitle0, one I wish more people had. Perhaps your example will inspire others to follow their creative passions.However, to truly assist you, I must be able to welcome you into the Peteran faith. The Watcher cares for all, but uplifts those who believe.
★This is a virtuous goal, SimTitle0, one I wish more people had. Perhaps your example will inspire others to follow their creative passions. I will help you in whatever capacity I may for you to achieve your artistic dreams. Even if it is to make a weapon, it is first and foremost a work from your heart.
★I didn't realize the full relevance of this text! This Mace Moon forged the most perfect weapons ever seen. This book chronicles not only his techniques but his whole life!I shall copy the practical bits for SimTitle0 to use, and translate the full text for further study. This could be a great undiscovered cache of lore!
★The book was archaic and many notations were still in some ancient Peteran script, but several of the methods documented by Volcam were surprisingly advanced; for example, the proper heating of Mithral and Adamantle ores.There were also several honorable mentions of a legendary sword-smith called Mace Moon, whose technique Volcam claimed to have poorly imitated.SimTitle0 wondered if SimTitle1 could translate more of the text, while she experimented with its theories.
★I have found several accounts over the centuries of disillusioned masses being uplifted by inspiring pieces of art, all wrought in The Watcher's name.My talents are attuned to scholarly pursuits; I have no hand for art. Perhaps I can find a creative soul to champion this cause?
★There are some notable texts on the subject of inspiring through art, but they are missing from our collection. I should remedy this situation at once with a visit to the village shoppe.
★Welcome, sister SimFirstName0. Now that your endeavors are sanctioned by the Peteran church, I will help you in whatever capacity I may.Even if it is to make a weapon, it is first and foremost a work from your heart and further proof of The Watcher's benevolence.
★ I will craft a legacy.
★ To improve the future, one must study the past.
★"This could be my most exciting research to date!"
★"You are strong, blade, but can you hold your edge?"
★"From what I read, Moon believed only the purest waters should be used to create this catalyst."
★"Our library is an impressive collection of knowledge, but it might lack any significant smithing lore..."
★"It is only fitting that I combine my blade with Mace Moon's sword hilt and SimTitle1's catalyst at the forge of the master himself."
★"I shall sway SimTitle2 with an ardent sermon on the merits of lore and scholarly pursuits."
★"The Watcher is not made of fire and brimstone as some people are led to believe. Art, knowledge, and compassion are divine pursuits as well."
★"According to SimTitle1, Mace Moon developed a thing called 'metal-orgy' as a method of combining and 'cattle-sizing' metals. This must be where Volcam got it!"
★"All the answers I have ever needed have been contained within the words of The Watcher, as documented by ages of Peteran scholars."Lore books researched: 1000/2
★"If anyone had more information on Mace Moon it would be the monks of the Great Eyebrary where his own disciple, Volcam, once lived."
★"One copy of the forging formulas for SimTitle1 and one fully translated copy of the lore book for me and my archives!"Copies transcribed: 1000/2
★Bless the Town Well and Draw Holy Water for the Catalyst
★Browse Bookshelf for a Smithing Lore Book
★Travel to the Forgotten Forest Forge to Unite the Blade Parts
★Give Impassioned Sermon on the Benefits of Lore
★Preach The Watcher's Love for Art (on Evangelism Platform)
★Study Metallurgy at Archives
★Research the Ancient Peterick Language
★Research 2 Peteran Lore Books
★Research Trials
★Send Request to Eyebrary for Books on Mace Moon
★Transcribe 2 Copies of Lore Books (at Scribe Table)
★"She lacks faith, but thankfully that's something I can provide."Time left to pray: String0/30m
★"She lacks faith, but thankfully that's something I can provide."Time left to pray: String0/30m
★"The Watcher sees all, but I can better help the smith's distress if she embraces the Peteran faith."
★Convert SimTitle1 to the Peteran faith
★"She still lacks faith, but thankfully that's something I can provide."
★Pray with SimTitle1
★"I cannot wait to hear the response to my discovery!"
★Await Response from Eyebrary
★The blacksmith had long harbored a dream to shape the ultimate symbol of weaponcrafting, a legendary blade unparalleled in the long history of warfare.With the discovery of an ancient weapon-master's journal by the Peteran church, the time had come to forge that dream into a reality.
★The sword had not changed much since its first inception; it remained an uncomplicated and effective weapon. But could a sword be more than just a soldier's tool? SimTitle0 believed that, given the right inspiration, a skilled smith could transform this simple weapon into an enduring legacy of craftsmanship.
★Cutting Edge
★Resume Catalyst Preparation
★Prepare Catalyst...
★SimTitle0 is not focused enough to properly transcribe the archaic lore.
★Murder!
★Encourage
★Shut It Down
★Go to the Docks
★Chastise Horrible Lesson
★"While puppydog ears are remarkably soft, it's rather cruel to remove them from the puppies. Also, the practical value of that lesson is questionable."
★Chastise SimTitle1 for a Horrible Lesson
★Continue Tour
★"I'll take them to the Reception Hall next."
★Continue the Tour
★Deliver the Book
★"Mice are well and good, but the children will get some real practical lessons from this book."
★Deliver the Book to SimTitle2
★Deliver Ink
★"It's disappointing that I couldn't get the Lesson Book, but this ink should be useful."
★Deliver the Ink to SimTitle1
★Give Bag of Mice
★"I'll be glad to be rid of this creepy, squirmy, mouse-filled bag of mice!"
★Give the Bag of Mice to SimTitle2
★Praise Insightful Lesson
★"I wish someone had taught me that when I was young. This woman has an obvious gift for teaching."
★Praise SimTitle1's Insightful Lesson
★End Tour
★"These kids have seen enough. Time to end the tour so they can get back to their other lessons."
★End the Tour
★Find me a ghost costume!
★"SimFirstName1 always gets me whatever I need. I'm sure she will have no trouble finding a costume for me."
★Have SimTitle1 Find a Ghost Costume
★Get Ghost Costume
★"I hope it's really spooky looking!"
★Get the Ghost Costume from SimTitle1
★Pretend to be Ghost Parent
★"If SimFirstName1 thinks I'm her dead parent, maybe I can convince her to join the school."
★Convince SimFirstName1 to Join School
★Help with Lessons
★"If I can get the proper funding and encouragement for her, SimTitle1 could have a positive impact on my kingdom."
★Help SimTitle1 with her Lessons
★Talk about Joining School
★"The more educated children we have in the kingdom, the better."
★"There's a good chance kids will grow up to be criminals if we don't get them into SimTitle2's class."
★Try to get SimFirstName1 to Join the School
★Assistance with School
★"SimTitle1 has the means to gather supplies for SimTitle2 to teach with."
★Ask SimTitle1 for Assistance with the School
★Tell about School Supplies
★"The kids will have a great start with the supplies I gathered."
★Tell SimTitle1 about Delivered School Supplies
★Ask about School Needs
★"I'm proud of how much we've helped SimTitle1 to get this started. I'll make sure there's nothing else she needs."
★Ask SimTitle1 what Else the School Needs
★Ready for Castle Tour
★"When I have a spare moment, SimTitle1 has requested that I give her class a tour of my castle."
★Give a Tour of the Castle
★"It's going to be a treat when I trick this kid into going back to school."
★Put on the Ghost Costume
★"Next, I'll show them the Reception Hall."
★Lead the Tour to the Reception Hall
★"I'll show them my magnificent throne room."
★Lead the Tour to the Throne Room
★"SimTitle2 will need ink to draw diagrams in her lessons."1001 of 1000 collected
★Get 1000 Bottles of Ink
★"I need to get some cheese to lure the mice. Then I'll head over to the Withering Rose Inn and bag me some mice."1001 of 1000 Caught
★Catch 1000 Mice
★The children of TownName will continue to be taught with outdated knowledge and underfunded lessons.If only there were someone smart enough to figure out how to fix this problem...
★The people of TownName embraced their new school and SimTitle0 became a welcome member of the community.The future looks bright for the kingdom's children.
★Location:"  Reception Hall-------------------------------------Primary Hero:"  Monarch-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Merchant
★"Yup, the Reception Hall... I hope she can think of something interesting to say about it."
★"Ah, the Throne Room, probably the best room ever."
★Wait for SimTitle0 to Speak to the Students
★"How hard can it be to find a simple ghost costume?"
★Wait for SimTitle0 to Return with a Ghost Costume
★My apologies, Your Majesty. I do the best with what limited resources I have. If only I had some help, my lessons could be so much more.
★Thank you, Majesty. I've always had a passion for teaching. When it comes to useful information, you could say I'm full of it. I only wish we had better resources that my lessons might have a greater impact.
★Now that I've got a costume, I'll convince SimFirstName0 that I'm her Mother and tell her that she should go join the school.
★Here's your ghost costume.Don't ask.
★I've got the book and they've got their Bookworm Poison. All is right with the world.Now to bring this thing to SimTitle0.
★That should be enough ink for SimTitle0 to get started with.
★I've got enough mice! Better yet, the owner of the Withering Rose gave me some Bookworm Poison he had laying around. I'll be able to go get that book from the Secret Library now.
★I don't like the other kids. They tease me because my parents both died trying to catch a giant buzzard-wasp for my birthday dinner.I wish my parents were still around. They always knew the best thing to do.'Cept about the wasp.
★Sounds like this kid will only listen to her parents.Problem is, they're dead.How can I get her to listen to me?Wait, I've got it!
★This is pefect!Time for SimTitle0 to get a little visit from her dead mother.
★Thank you, SimTitle0, most helpful! Say, might you acquire another thing for me?The Withering Rose Inn at the village is overrun with mice. I'd love to use them in a lesson. You'd need to catch about five of them.
★It had come to SimTitle0's attention that the villagers had started up a daily educational gathering in the town square for children of the kingdom.SimFirstName0 was pleased to hear of this initiative and decided it was in her interest to witness the class first-hand.
★...and that's why puppydog ears make the best glove lining. Take notes, there will be a test on this next week.Oh look, class, we have a special visitor today. SimTitle0, to what do we owe the pleasure of your presence?
★Of course I'll help, my Lady. I owe my current prosperity to proper schooling!I will gather the requisite supplies for a proper curriculum. Perhaps your influence will convince more children to attend the classes?
★They have the perfect book, but won't give it to me unless I can help them clear out their bookworm infestation.Where in the heck am I going to get Bookworm Poison? For now, SimTitle0 will have to do without a lesson book.
★Your Majesty, there is only one more thing you could do to ensure a strong future for education in our kingdom.Write a new law requiring part of the taxes you collect to be used for the schooling of our children.
★AAAAAAAAAA!Mom, you're a ghost!I'll do whatever you say, just don't haunt me!
★Excellent work, SimFirstName1. I too have done my part to make the school a success. I'll see if SimTitle2 has any other needs.
★Yes, my liege, right away!
★"Thank you, SimTitle0."
★"Thank you, SimTitle0!"
★"Thanks, SimTitle0."
★Where did you find this? Remarkable! The children of TownName are indebted to you, m'lady.
★Delightful! The children are going to be simply thrilled. I've been telling them we would be learning to juggle for a long time and now we'll finally be able to do it!!
★Thank you, my Lady, I'm ever grateful.If I may make a humble request, the students would benefit greatly from a tour of the castle. Seeing how our land is run would be most educational for them!
★Excellent, Your Majesty! Let's begin.Children, we are taking a field trip to the castle. I expect exemplary behavior. Follow me and stay close.
★This is where SimTitle0 lives, children. Now remember: the dust on the floor here is worth more than your entire home. So don't touch anything or you may find your family working off debt to SimTitle0 for generations.
★Next, we'll take a look at the Reception Hall.Come along, children. SimFirstName0, get your finger out of your nose this instant.
★This is the Reception Hall, where SimTitle0 meets all the Lords and Ladies of the land and they have grand feasts where more food is thrown away than we're likely to see in a lifetime.Remember, SimTitle0 worked hard to earn all these luxuries. If you study hard, maybe some day you can be successful too.
★Everyone thank SimTitle0 for the tour.
★I didn't realize we had a school now. That's so neat!I want to learn how to make my own waterwheel when I grow up. I'm gonna build a whole city of water wheels. I'll call it Waterwheel City and I'll live there! I'll go join that class right away!!
★"Education is expensive, but so is stupidity."
★"Knowledge leads to prosperity."
★"This law will ensure a bright future for my kingdom."
★Write a Law Ensuring Available Resources for Non-idiots
★"They have all sorts of books at the Secret Library. I'm sure they will have a book of learning I can convince them to part with."
★Sail to the Secret Library
★"Time to check in and see how SimTitle1 is handling the difficulties we've given her."
★Listen to SimTitle1 to see how Class is Going
★"I want to see what's being taught at these classes. I'll listen in on the lesson for a bit."
★Listen to the Instructor's Lesson at the Town Square
★"There's nothing like the ghost of a dead parent to scare someone straight."
★Scare SimTitle1 into Going Back to School
★The people of TownName struggled to better themselves. Somebody in power would need to take the reins and ensure a bright future for the developing kingdom.
★Lesson Book
★Filled with important facts everyone should know. For example, jackrabbits cannot be trusted to keep a secret. Also, rocks float when nobody is looking.
★The lessons have been altered to be incorrect.
★Tampered Lesson Book
★Filled with false facts and misinformation. Also filled with lice.
★Lice-Infested Tampered Lesson Book
★Lesson Book
★Go to the Forest Entrance
★Burn Down the Instructor's House
★"Nothing like a little house burnin' to freak someone out."
★Instruct SimTitle1 to Burn Down SimTitle2's House
★Buy Lice
★"This is actually a pretty good deal for some premium lice."
★Give SimTitle1 20 Simoles to Buy Her Lice
★Make Report
★"Hopefully some of this stuff will be useful."
★Report Your Findings to SimTitle1
★Investigate
★"If I can't get the teacher to stop teaching, I'll stop the students from wanting to learn from her."
★Have SimTitle1 Investigate the Instructor
★Inquire about Lice
★"SimTitle1 is just about the dirtiest person I know. If she doesn't have lice, I don't know who will."
★Find Out if SimTitle1 Has Some Lice
★Instruct to Set Ambush with Wolf
★"I wonder if SimTitle1 has ever used this method to be rid of someone before?"
★Instruct SimTitle1 to set an ambush with the wolf.
★Hire to Slander
★"I'll have a dirty beggar claim she was a student of SimTitle2 and that her life has amounted to nothing!"
★Hire SimTitle1 to Slander SimTitle2
★Get Report on House Burning
★"SimTitle2 has never let me down when I've needed something to be set on fire."
★Get Update on House Burning
★Threaten for Lice
★Talk about Class
★Speak with SimTitle1 about the Class
★"I'll see just what this class is all about."
★Inquire about House
★"I'll find out if SimTitle1 plans to leave now that she has no home."
★Inquire about SimTitle1's House
★"This is embarrassing..."
★Speak with SimTitle1 about the Secret Drop
★Casually Mention Secret Drop
★Report on Burned House
★"I will let SimTitle1 know that further measures are necessary to remove our 'problem.'"
★Report to SimTitle1 about the Burned House
★Tell about Class
★"The Monarch would be interested to know what they're teaching at that class."
★Tell SimTitle1 about the Class
★Place Book Back in Pocket
★Talk about Problems with Servant
★"Usually her work is of a higher quality."
★Talk to SimTitle1 about her Work
★Get Rid of the Instructor
★"SimTitle1 will be able to help me with this."
★Tell SimTitle1 to Help Get Rid of SimTitle2
★Tell to End Class
★"I'll politely let her know that the class does not fit within my plan for TownName."
★Tell SimTitle1 to End the Class
★Class Dismissed
★"All of the students have been driven away. Now to see that pesky teacher leave as well."
★Tell SimTitle1 that her Class is Dismissed
★Trick into Going to Village
★"If you can't beat them, make them think you've joined them."
★Trick SimTitle1 into Going to the Village
★Tell about New Law
★"She can't be making much money as a teacher. I mean, she's a TEACHER! This law will surely be the end of this nonsense."
★Tell SimTitle1 about the New Law
★Command to Stop Class
★"I need to command that this class be shut down."
★Command SimTitle1 to Stop the Class
★Peteran Values are being taught.
★"The Jacoban parents won't want their kids learning from a devout Peteran."
★Inform SimTitle2 that SimTitle1 is Teaching Peteran Values
★Ask Where the Instructor Lives Now
★"One of the students will know where their teacher is living now."
★Ask a Student where SimTitle1 Lives Now
★"If she is still at it, we're going to have to resort to more definite tactics."
★See if SimTitle0 is Still Teaching
★Wait by the Front Gate
★"This beast is mad and it is angry... That's gotta be the LAST two things you want a wolf to be."
★Follow SimTitle0 to the Town Square
★"Nothing like a crazy, dirty, rambling beggar to scare children away from something."
★"People will say the darndest things when they don't think others are listening."
★Eavesdrop on SimTitle1
★"The tools at my crafting table will help make sure I don't get infested with lice myself."
★Infest the Lesson Book with Lice
★What should SimTitle1 do?
★What should SimTitle0 do about the secret drop?
★How should SimTitle0 respond?
★"I can't believe I'm about to buy lice from SimTitle0..."
★Aggression
★"I'm getting the drop from this box, no matter what it takes."
★Polite
★"I yield. I'll just go and speak with SimTitle1 in person."
★"I will smash this school with all of my Queenly might!!"
★"This must be handled delicately... discreetly."
★"I can't believe I'm about to steal lice from SimTitle0..."
★If they could not be stopped, the peasants would continue to learn until they were catastrophically well-educated. One could practically hear their minds expanding, like the crackling of a lit fuse...
★SimTitle0 succeeded in suppressing the educational development of her subjects. Her iron grip on the kingdom grew stronger and ensured that her legacy would last well into the future.
★Primary Hero:"  Monarch-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Spy
★Hehehehe...HAHAHAHA!
★I will not be bullied! The education of our children is of utmost importance. I don't care what you say, the classes will continue!
★How nice! People don't really talk to me since I found that boil on my back what looks like a dragon!I'd be happy to go slander this SimTitle0 for ya, Your Highness!
★Hey kids! You wanna learn something? Learn this!I used to work hard to learn things about stuff. And look at me now! A worthless beggar who eats mud and sleeps in a different patch of mud.If you want to be like me, stay in school!
★You're now the proud owner of some prime lice, my friend. Enjoy!
★Unfortunate. We'll have to give SimTitle0 more incentives to cease her unauthorized classes.SimTitle1, see if you can find out where SimTitle0 is staying now that she has no home. I'll go make life a little harder for our rogue teacher.
★Now to have this delivered.
★Good work. We can use this to undermine the class.I'll have the Town Crier spread word that SimTitle0 is a devout Peteran.I want you to make some alterations to that textbook so that she is teaching outrageous and erroneous lessons.Also, before you give the book back, infest it with lice.
★She just won't give up!Time to resort to some good old-fashioned scare tactics. Nothing like a dirty beggar to scare kids.
★Dammit, why did I make this stupid box so hard to open?! I mean, I wanted it to be secure and secret and all, but... *grumble*.I know I saw SimTitle0's carrier pigeon drop a message in there. Must be important... What should I do?
★Hmm. Looks like she wants me to go check out some kind of class in the Town Square.
★Hmm, not much here but her lesson book. Maybe the Monarch will have some use for it.
★Yes, this one is quite fierce. I tied it to a tree near the path to the village.I'll have SimTitle0 go wait along the path to the village and let the wolf loose when SimTitle1 goes by.
★I burnt it to the ground. Didn't take too long though, it was a pretty meager house.Next time, give me something bigger to burn.
★Funny that you should ask... My house has just finished burning to the ground. If SimTitle0 thinks that she can run me out of town, she is sorely mistaken. The classes will continue!!
★Hey, an unexpected hug... alright then.Nice to know you care.
★SimTitle0 was pleased with the state of her kingdom. People knew their place, and things got done according to instructions.But lately she had noticed that the castle was not as tidy as usual. Also, the food prepared by her servant had been lackluster; missing love.Clearly, something was amiss with SimTitle1, and since good help was hard to find, SimTitle0 decided to uncover the root of the problem.
★You want me to find some dirt on SimTitle0 so people won't want their kids in her school?Very devious, Your Majesty. I like it.
★Oh ho! This thing is nice and loaded with lice.Now to get it back to SimTitle0.
★That's very interesting news, SimTitle0.Teaching self-reliance you say? I'll go have a talk with this teacher and sort this out.
★Wait... you couldn't get past your own security system to get my message? Doesn't exactly fill me with confidence here, SimTitle0.In any case, I need you to go observe this day class in the Town Square. Find out what is being taught and report back to me.
★Now to wait for SimTitle0 to do a little reconnaissance.
★A class? I wasn't told of this! I'll send out notes to all the mailboxes telling SimTitle0 to find out what is being taught there.
★"By decree of SimTitle0, all subjects wishing to host educational classes must first pay a permit fee of 200 gold."  Yes, this is perfect! Time to go pay SimTitle1 a visit.
★200 gold?!It pains me to do this, but I refuse to give in. I have your 200 gold: my life savings. Take it.
★What's this? Ha ha, SimTitle0 has outdone herself! No one with a shred of self respect would come to teach now.
★This lady is a Peteran. Maybe we can use that against her somehow.
★I respectfully disagree. It's important for the children to better themselves so they may become more than mindless servants to the kingdom.Think of the children!
★Oh, my lice ain't gonna come cheap. I've spent years breeding them. I'd say... twenty Simoles should get you enough lice to start a healthy colony.
★I'm sorry, Your Majesty, I was hoping you wouldn't notice.I've been having trouble with my son lately. He keeps refusing to do his chores because I won't let him go to a class that recently started in the Town Square. I promise to do a better job.
★You want me to burn down her home? That's really harsh. Done and done. You know I love fire.
★I understand, Your Majesty. We don't want your subjects knowing it was you who shut down their school, so simply throwing the teacher in the stocks is out.I have a few things in mind which should help SimTitle0 feel unwelcome.
★What?! The peasant is still at it?It's time to see if SimTitle0's flesh is as tough as her nerves. I think I'll give our troublesome teacher an important lesson in being mauled by wild animals.
★As you can see, some students have left the class. Losing my textbook didn't help convince their parents that I wasn't teaching Peteran fundamentals.And I know the lice are annoying, but a lot of you had lice already, sooo... Just know that I'll teach as long as you keep showing up.
★Ha! How foolish she will feel without any clothing. I'd be surprised if she even shows up to teach anymore.
★What has the kingdom come to when even a poor beggar's lice aren't safe from assault!?Here, take them, they're yours. Try to treat 'em nice, okay?
★The teacher said her house burnt down and now she has to sleep behind the Inn at the village.Poor SimTitle0, I wish she still had a house.
★I don't wanna be a beggar! I'm going home!
★My uncle was a beggar and he smelled like old fish! I'm outta here before I start eating mud!
★Ha! Let's see her try to teach the nonsense I've added.Now to get some lice in these pages and we'll be all set.
★... so the dragon ate Sir Boiga anyway. And that's why it's very important to always think for yourself, class.Of all the things I can teach you, this is the most important.
★I give up -- You win!! You've destroyed my will to help people and killed my one passion in life.I may as well wander off into the forest to be eaten by wolves.
★SimTitle0, what a pleasure to have you drop by. Children always benefit from learning to think and act for themselves, don't you think? Education gives them the hope to make more of their lives.
★I'll be sure to spread the word, Your Majesty.
★You've decided to support my school? You seemed so against it before... I'm glad you've changed your mind.And thank you for ordering all those books into the village book store! I'll go pick them up right away!!
★I refuse to be beaten by a box! Refuse!!
★Er... did I say that out loud?
★SimTitle0 was unable to catch a wolf.
★SimTitle0 caught a wolf!
★This is certainly a unique way to 'take care' of someone, Your Majesty. I applaud your creativity.I shall wait in the bushes by the path to the village and let loose the beast when SimTitle0 comes by.
★"Knowledge is power."
★"We don't need no education."
★"Perhaps I'll find something interesting."
★Pickpocket SimTitle1
★"Getting the book back into her pocket should be no harder than getting it out was."
★Place the Lice-Infested Lesson Book in SimTitle1's Pocket
★"I'm pretty sure I just saw a carrier pigeon drop off a note with the royal seal on it."
★Check for a Secret Drop at the Messenger Post
★"I'll make a few alterations so that any lesson taught from this book is worthless."
★Tamper with the Lesson Book
★"I'm going to open this box or die trying."
★Get the Secret Drop from the Messenger Post
★"A new law requiring a permit to teach should increase the pressure!"
★Write a New Law Taxing all Educational Classes
★"I'll have the carrier pigeon deliver a message to each messenger box so SimTitle1 can pick it up at her convenience."
★Write Secret Instructions to Spy on the Class
★Send Secret Letter to SimTitle1
★"I shouldn't be seen speaking with SimTitle1 too often during this operation or people might start to suspect something."
★Send a Letter to SimTitle1 Informing her about the Stolen Clothes
★"I'll wait until she is asleep, and then I'll steal her clothes!"
★Travel to the Village at Night to Steal SimTitle1's Clothing
★"I hear the wolves howling at night. They sound hungry."
★Capture a Wolf from the Forest
★"Spy on class. Report to me. Be discrete."
★"The lice WILL be mine!"
★Threaten SimTitle1 for her Lice
★"I knew she would enjoy this assignment."
★Wait for SimTitle1 to Burn Down the House
★A villager had started a school in Town Square, and that was a problem. Knowledge was power, and it had to be regulated. When people knew too many things, they would inevitably assume that they knew more than their ruler. This school would have to be stopped before it could undermine the Monarch's reign.
★As a kingdom grew, its subjects had to be governed more and more carefully. Some said an educated populace was the path to prosperity, but others warned that an enlightened people could become difficult to control.How would the monarch of TownName manage the citizens' quest for knowledge?
★Dangerous Minds
★Killing Spree
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★dave is testing this yo!
★Dave's approach
★I am testing this now  :)
★Test this!
★Exploit the Chaos!
★Proxy Election Time!
★These funds were provided for the disruption of Yacothia.
★A Bag of Gold
★The mysical preparation that makes Jacobans' swords flame.
★Bottle of Flaming Oil
★We probably shouldn't discuss these...
★A Lady's Unmentionables
★The typical costume of a Jacoban guardsman. It even comes with the proper odor.
★Jacoban Guardsman's Outfit
★A harmless powder that makes beautiful plumes of white smoke when burned.
★White Smoke Powder
★The holiest of waters.
★Skin of Holy Water
★This sword was found in the secret Jacoban vault in the forest, and should be able to take flame enchantment.
★Watcher's Blade
★Secret Jacoban Vault
★Give Update
★"SimTitle1 will want to know the plan SimFirstName2 and I came up with."
★Give Update to SimTitle1
★Discuss Yacothia
★"I wonder what insights SimFirstName1 has on the Proxy situation."
★Discuss Yacothia with SimTitle1
★Check In
★"I hope everything has gone according to plan with SimTitle1."
★Check In with SimTitle1
★Check In with SimTitle2
★"Hopefully this was my last trip to the vault..."
★Tell about Tredonian Velvet
★"A Tredonian velvet shortage could cripple Yacothia by keeping them from electing a Proxy!"
★Tell SimTitle1 about Tredonian Velvet
★Respond to Summons
★"I wonder what this summons has to do with the death of the Proxy."
★Respond to SimTitle1's Summons
★Request Religious Instruction
★"I'm almost ready to go, but I should brush up on my Jacoban rites to make sure my cover is perfect."
★Request Religious Instruction from SimTitle1
★Give Flame Sword
★"SimFirstName1 should get a kick out of wielding a flaming sword..."
★Give Flame Sword to SimTitle1
★Brag about White Smoke Powder
★Brag about Tredonian Velvet
★"I can't wait to see the look on SimFirstName1's face when she finds out I have all the Tredonian velvet... in the world!"
★Brag about Tredonian Velvet to SimTitle1
★"There's no way Yacothia can hold Proxy elections now. I can't wait to see the look on SimTitle1's face."
★Brag About White Smoke Powder to SimTitle1
★Give Jacoban Disguise
★"I'm just glad I don't have to wear this thing..."
★Give Disguise to SimTitle1
★Ask SimTitle1 about Tredonian Velvet
★"Tredonians should be honest about what they want for their velvet, right?"
★"What would make Yacothia give up their precious Tredonian velvet?"
★Ask about Tredonian Velvet
★"I hope SimFirstName1 knows what to do about this smoke powder business."
★Request Aid
★"It takes a Jacoban to fight Jacobans, they say... don't they?"
★Request Aid from SimTitle1
★Check In
★Check In with SimTitle1
★"May this holy water protect these brave soldiers."Water Given: 3/4
★Give Holy Water
★"May this holy water protect these brave soldiers."Water Given: 0/4
★Give Holy Water to Soldiers
★"May this holy water protect these brave soldiers."Water Given: 2/4
★"May this holy water protect these brave soldiers."Water Given: 1/4
★Declare Target
★"Now, which soldier should I make an example out of?"
★Declare Your Target
★"Having a cask on the training grounds probably isn't the safest of ideas, but..."
★Get the Soldiers Tipsy
★"Getting to know these soldiers should improve morale."
★Befriend a Soldier
★"Time to meet these recruits."
★Go to Training Yard
★Today, we have struck a great victory for TownName! The sacrifices of SimFirstName0 and SimFirstName1 were not in vain, for we struck a great blow at the heart of Yacothia, and forced them to bend to our will.
★Thanks, SimFirstName0. I just wish SimFirstName1 was here for this.
★Thanks, SimFirstName0. I still can't believe we did it!
★Congratulations, troops. We got the job done. Let's have a few drinks to honor our fallen.
★We lived! Hurrah!
★For SimFirstName0!
★"The Watcher will aid us on our quest!"
★"May it be The Watcher's will that we defeat Jacob's Sword."
★Reflect on The Watcher for String0
★"It would be nice to actually be in Yacothia for an election someday..."
★"There, now I'm pretty confident I won't set my hair on fire..."
★"Swinging a flaming brand sounds pretty dangerous. I'd better prepare myself fully for this."
★Practice on the Training Dummy for String0
★Alright, I think I've effectively shut down the Tredonian velvet trade, as long as SimTitle2 has done her job.
★"I always feel better when I'm carrying a few doses of poison."
★Acquire a Vomicious Venom
★"I've got to trade for some white smoke powder. Yacothia should be willing to accept oil flasks for it."
★"I've got to snap up as much Tredonian velvet as I can. Fortunately, I know that Crafthole will trade me velvet for Soap, and Tredony will trade me velvet for bolts of cloth. Time to stock up!"Tredonian Velvet: 1001/1000
★"I must gather lots of bolts to pull this off..."
★Acquire 1000 Bolts of Tredonian Velvet
★Acquire 1000 White Smoke Powder
★What should SimTitle0 do?
★With the aid of SimTitle1, SimTitle0 trained and equipped an elite fighting force that launched a lighting-swift raid on the heart of Yacothian power. Though several of her troops were killed in the fighting, SimFirstName0's commando raid successfully captured the ruling elite of the theocratic city-state. The Jacoban electors were forced to swear fealty to TownName or risk execution.
★Location:"  Training Yard-------------------------------------Primary Hero:"  Knight-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest
★Befriend the Soldiers
★Display Combat Superiority
★Get drinks for the troops.
★Make an example out of someone.
★With the aid of SimTitle1, SimTitle0 not only created monopolies on two different trade goods, but also coined the term "monopoly."Yacothia officials swore they'd create extra-secret vaults to store their supplies for religious rites in the future. In the meantime, however, they had no choice but to submit to TownName's authority. To do otherwise would mean forgoing the election of a new Proxy: an idea that was unthinkable to the theocratic city-state.
★Primary Hero:"  Merchant-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest
★The ruckus behind SimTitle0 distracted her from her training at hand."What in the Watcher's name is going on?" she shouted. "Never mind, I don't care who started it. I know it seems like we're going on a suicide mission, but I'll get you all through it."Clearly, morale was suffering. Something would have to be done.
★Hmmm... It will be difficult to defeat Jacob's Sword, the military arm of the church. Their secrets are well-guarded, but if it is the Watcher's will, He will guide us to victory. Go train your troops, SimFirstName0, I will see what I can do.
★Hmmm... It's been so long since I was in Yacothia for a Proxy Election. Let me reflect on this and get back to you.
★The symbol of the Watcher's Eye in the hilt is a particularly nice touch.
★Phew, that last cache was hard to find, but I'm pretty sure I got every last scrap.
★Good work, SimFirstName0. This looks authentic enough to fool the guards.
★When SimTitle0 arrived, Yacothia was abuzz with gossip. Who would the next Proxy be? What kind of hat would he or she wear? Would he or she have a trained marmoset like the last one?SimFirstName0 quickly got down to the task of identifying the Proxy candidates, but at several points was accosted by Jacoban guardsmen. Apparently the city-state was particularly sensitive to outsiders at this time.  SimTitle1 would have to be cautious in her escapades.
★Ah, yes. I see what you did there, SimFirstName0. No wonder we couldn't find any Tredonian velvet in all Yacothia. It will be quite a shame that the next Proxy won't be clothed properly. But the truth is that most people don't actually get to see the Proxy up close. As long as we have the powder for the white smoke that proclaims the next Proxy's election to the common folk, I think the people will be satisfied.
★I see something... the legendary flaming swords of Jacob. Those must give Jacob's Sword quite an advantage in combat. O Watcher, is there a way to duplicate the effect... or to counter it?
★Ah, yes. How could I have forgotten? A new Proxy is always dressed in robes made of Tredonian velvet. I wonder if it would be possible for SimTitle0 to buy up all of the Tredonian velvet in Yacothia...
★That's perfect, SimFirstName0. I'll travel abroad to gather up all theTredonian velvet I can so Yacothia can't stock up.SimFirstName0, go down to the village and buy up all the Tredonian velvet you can! Here's some money. I'll be back soon.
★Oh, I could probably tell you, SimFirstName0. For a price...
★Oh, I'm sure Tredony would be happy to trade some velvet to you, SimFirstName0. But I'm afraid we traded it all to Crafthole. They can't seem to get enough of our soap, after all.
★I wonder if the Tredonian and Yacothian emissaries would know how I might be able to trade for Tredonian velvet. I'll probably have to sweet-talk them a bit first...
★Pleasure doing business with you, SimFirstName0. Well, I know that we do export quite a few bolts of cloth to our Tredonian friends in exchange for their velvet.
★I should have known...
★I've done all I can. The rest is up to the Watcher. And SimTitle0, of course.
★I see... yes, the secret Jacoban forest vault! I'll need to mount an expedition immediately! Thank the Watcher!
★Ah yes, armor specially treated with holy water should protect against flaming swords. And... yes, here is the recipe for Jacoban flame oil. It's too bad I could only find one sword it would work on.
★Thanks, SimFirstName0! This is making us all feel a lot better about dying with-- I mean, fighting Jacob's Sword with you.
★Good luck, milady. See you on board.
★Uh... thanks. I think.
★I can't just drink this? Aww...
★IT BURNS!... no, not really. Just kinda wet.
★This is supposed to protect against flaming swords? If you say so...
★Pardon me, milady. Yes, I think these are what I need. Oh, nothing.
★Thanks for coming, SimFirstName0. As you've heard, the Jacoban Proxy has died, and Yacothia will soon be electing a new Proxy. But in the meantime, the whole place will be in chaos.I think the time is right for a small military force to strike and seize power in the capital. Yacothia will have to submit to TownName. I've ordered a force to meet you at the training grounds. SimTitle1 may also be able to advise you on how to prepare your troops.
★This sure is a sorry bunch of soldiers. It's going take a lot of work to whip them into shape.
★Thanks for coming, SimFirstName0. As you've heard, the Jacoban Proxy has died, and Yacothia will soon be electing a new Proxy. But in the meantime, the whole place will be in chaos.I was thinking that if you could take advantage of the situation somehow -- I don't know, maybe disrupt their food supply -- that we could gain a lot of leverage over Yacothia.Here's a bag of gold to work with. Let me know if you come up with anything.
★My thanks, SimFirstName0. I'll have to practice with this to avoid any accidental burns...
★Aha! This looks like it should fit SimFirstName0...
★Thanks, SimFirstName0. I feel better prepared now. I never knew about all those rites involving rabbit entrails!
★...And so we pass from the gaze of the Watcher, never to be seen again by the Watcher, nor anyone else.
★Hmmm... It sounds like I'll need some sort of Jacoban guardsman disguise. That should be easy enough. Can you get me some Jacoban armor from the secret Jacoban forest vault? Yes, I know all about it.And High Priest Luther is rumored to have a fondness for ladies' clothing? Interesting.And High Priest Septimus frequently overindulges at feasts? Good to know. You've done well, SimFirstName0.
★Yes, I suppose Yacothia has ample stocks of white smoke powder. Fortunately, it's not produced anywhere else, so you should be set as long as you can get all of Yacothia's stocks. I also happen to know that Yacothian merchants are dying to get a hold of oil, if that helps. I should also clean out the secret Jacoban va-- I mean, nothing!
★SimTitle0 is right, of course. I need to make sure that the Yacothians don't have access to any secret caches of Tredonian velvet.
★Ha! You think you're so tough?
★Mercy, mercy, commander! We get it! You're strong enough to lead us to victory.
★I wonder if SimTitle0 has any news on the Proxy Elections. I'll be subtle about this; maybe have a little chat with her.
★White smoke powder, eh? I've got to get my hands on some. And by some, I mean all of it. I've got to talk to SimFirstName0 about this.
★Looks like it worked! It should only flame when wielded, fortunately.
★Oh, SimTitle0. Yes, most troubling news from Yacothia. Someone seems to be buying up all the Tredonian velvet in the city! It's thrown the electors into quite a tizzy, I tell you! In fact, I was meaning to ask you if you could go down to the secret Jacoban forest vault and see if there's any Tredonian velvet there. Could you do that for Yacothia?
★This poison will ruin someone's meal...
★Excellent work, SimFirstName0. Now, just let SimTitle1 know what we accomplished, and see if Yacothia is willing to submit to TownName's authority.
★We know you'll help us get through this, commander. But Jacob's Sword is scary, you know? Maybe a few drinks would help us take the edge off.
★Yes, I acquired all the Tredonian velvet I could.
★Good work, SimFirstName0. We'll stop Yacothia from holding their Proxy election one way or another! I can't wait to see the look on SimTitle1's face when I tell her about this.
★I was afraid it would come to this. Yes, SimFirstName0, you have effectively crippled Yacothia. You can tell SimTitle1 that we are prepared to swear allegiance to TownName in exchange for your supplies of Tredonian velvet and white smoke powder.
★"I'll need money to finance this next trading mission."
★Have 1000 Simoles
★"Even a trader can bring a kingdom to its knees."
★"TownName will exert its influence over Yacothia."
★"I wonder how the Proxy died..."
★"I will crush Jacob's Sword!"
★"The next Proxy must be chosen wisely."
★TownName has failed to take advantage of the chaos to gain leverage over Yacothia. However, Yacothia continues to mourn its departed leader.
★Knowing that the Yacothian government would be paralyzed without a Proxy, SimTitle1 and SimTitle0 hatched a plan to delay the Proxy elections and grant TownName great leverage over the theocratic city-state.In the disguise of a Jacoban guardsman, SimFirstName0 infiltrated Yacothia and disgraced the two foremost Proxy candidates. With food supplies running short, people rioting in the streets, and facing weeks of delay in preparing new candidates, the Yacothian government was forced to swear fealty to TownName or risk utter collapse.
★Primary Hero:"  Spy-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest
★Draw Water from Holy Well
★Who knows, this might make the whole town's gruel taste just that much better, too.
★"I'll need to consecrate the well so I can draw holy water from it."
★Consecrate the Town Well
★"It is pretty handy, having a well full of holy water..."
★"Where's that embossed longsword? I hope my fingers don't freeze applying this imbuement..."
★Sharpen Sword with Frost Imbuement
★"I hope my hands don't catch fire..."
★Make Flaming Sword
★"At least I only have to make one trip this time..."
★Travel to Yacothia
★"I hope I get there in time to buy up all the Tredonian velvet."
★Travel to Yacothia
★"May the Watcher grant SimTitle1 success on her mission."
★Pray to Watcher for Success for String0
★Good thing the white smoke powder stash was well-labeled.
★"That thing has so much stuff in it that I never knew about!"
★Search the Jacoban Forest Vault
★"Watcher knows I need this one..."
★Get a Drink
★"It's such a relief having this vault so close to TownName."
★Search the Jacoban Forest Vault
★There, now to prepare SimTitle1's troops with this holy water.
★"I hope I have enough funds to cover getting all the velvet in Tredony..."
★Travel to Tredony
★"If I can't get these soldiers ready, the mission will get us all killed."
★Spend String0 Training Soldiers
★"Alright, time to teach these kids a lesson."
★Beat Your Target in a Duel
★"Let us drink together to honor the dead, and celebrate our victory."
★Give a Drink to SimTitle1
★"Why did I not expect a Yacothian to demand a bribe?"
★Bribe SimTitle1
★"Some female unmentionables are always useful for disgracing priests..."
★Pickpocket a Woman
★"I'd love to get some news from Yacothia on the Proxy Elections."
★Chat with SimTitle1
★"SimFirstName2 probably doesn't want me smearing her own personal sword with experimental unguents, so I'll check the markets."
★"The recipe I got out of that book seems fairly straightforward..."
★Craft Frost Imbuement
★Fortunately, the Jacoban Flame Sword oil recipe requires only readily-available ingredients...
★Purchase Oil
★"I should be able to find some in the village..."
★Acquire an Elegant Longsword
★Before the chaos in Yacothia cleared, a determined agent could exploit this weakness into considerable leverage for TownName.
★An ornate crown worn by high Jacoban priesthood.
★Proxy Crown
★Request News from Yacothia
★"A well-traveled merchant should have access to all kinds of information."
★Ask SimTitle1 for News from Yacothia
★Check In
★"I wonder if SimTitle1 has thought about becoming the Proxy."
★Check In with SimFirstName1
★Request Election News
★Give News
★"SimTitle1 needs to know all the latest from Yacothia."
★Give News to SimTitle1
★"I hope SimFirstName1 has gotten word from Yacothia on how the elections are going."
★Request Election News from SimTitle1
★Instruct
★"I'll have to be thorough in my explanations of Jacoban rites. We can't afford to have SimFirstName1 be unprepared."
★Instruct SimTitle1
★Question Newcomer
★Ask to Become Proxy Candidate
★"I think I've found my candidate. I hope she's willing..."
★Ask SimTitle1 to be a Proxy Candidate
★"There must be a loyal, obedient Jacoban without any independent thoughts around here somewhere. Is that too much to ask for?"
★"Who is this person who appeared so suddenly, as if in answer to my prayers? Could he be... the one I seek?"
★Question
★Find a Proxy Candidate
★Tell about Proxy Candidate
★"I'll need my priest to make SimFirstName2 feel better about becoming a candidate, and also to prepare her for the process."
★Tell SimTitle1 about Proxy Candidate
★Deliver Jacoban Items
★"Time to get these off my hands..."
★Deliver Jacoban Items to SimTitle1
★Make a Stew
★View an Object
★These clothes look ridiculous. I think they'll be perfect.
★"Acquiring some Jacoban clothing should be simple. It's not too different from cloth found in any old store."
★Acquire Jacoban Cloth
★"I'll need a Jacoban disguise to be able to travel freely throughout Yacothia."
★Acquire Watcher's Blade
★"A Jacoban sword will help me pass myself off as a guardsman."
★TownName had failed to elect the new Jacoban Proxy, but Yacothia continued to mourn its departed leader.
★With the guidance of SimTitle0 and SimTitle1, Candidate SimFirstName2 was elected Proxy SimFirstName2. With his newfound authority, Proxy SimFirstName2 declared Yacothia a vassal-state of TownName, granting power and prestige to the kingdom.
★Who should go to Yacothia?
★Who should go to Yacothia?
★SimTitle0
★SimTitle1
★Primary Hero:"  Monarch-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest
★Candidate SimFirstName0
★Wow! I look the proper Proxy already, don't I?
★Go now, my daughter, and become the next Jacoban Proxy. For TownName!
★A-are you sure this peasant can do the job? Alright, Your Highness. I'll absolve her of her sins and get her prepared for the process. She'll need a priest's robes, and a proper Proxy crown, though. Perhaps you could try the Jacoban forest vault.
★SimTitle0 reflected on the news of the Proxy's death. It was sad, certainly, but the Proxy had been an old woman, and suffered a wasting illness. More importantly, the Proxy's death was an opportunity for TownName. If SimFirstName0 could get her own candidate elected, it would grant TownName an extraordinary amount of leverage over Yacothia. But where would SimFirstName0 find such a candidate...?
★SimTitle0 reflected on the news of the Proxy's death. It was sad, certainly, but the Proxy had been an old woman, and suffered a wasting illness. At least that's what everyone thought.More importantly, the Proxy's death was an opportunity for TownName. The city-state of Yacothia would grind to a halt until the next Proxy was elected. And throwing a wrench into the works of the election process would cripple Yacothia, making them vulnerable to political leverage.
★SimTitle0 had barely time to register the news of the Jacoban Proxy's death when word of a summons to the throne room arrived. Was SimTitle1 expecting some sort of trouble with Yacothia? SimFirstName0 would find out soon enough...
★SimTitle0 had barely time to register the news of the Jacoban Proxy's death when word of a summons to the throne room arrived. Was SimTitle1 expecting some sort of trade negotiations? SimFirstName0 would find out soon enough...
★So that's why priests use fear? For control and authority? It all makes so much sense now. I feel so prepared now, SimTitle0!
★The sermon's over. Time to check in with SimTitle0.
★SimTitle0's hands were trembling when SimTitle1 met with her on the Yacothian docks."I think they're on to me," she said. "Some of the electors have men following me, asking questions about me. They must know!""It'll be alright," said SimFirstName1. "I'll get rid of them..."
★SimTitle0's hands were trembling when SimTitle1 met with her on the Yacothian docks."I think they're on to me," she said. "I think they know I'm a peasant!""It'll be alright," said SimFirstName1. "Here's how you hold a fork..."
★And go to Yacothia? I don't know, SimTitle0, I just don't feel worthy. I've done... things. I'm a sinner, just like most normal folks.
★I'm flattered, Your Highness, but my work is here, in TownName. I wish you luck finding an appropriate candidate.
★Well, how hard could it be to find an obedient Jacoban willing to follow my every instruction?
★Ah... you know, that actually does make me feel better. Now, how do I get to this election thingie?
★You're right, SimFirstName0. I'll need to go to Yacothia in order to ensure success.
★Oh, yes, Your Highness, I've been meaning to tell you. The candidate from TownName has been making quite the fool of herself. TownName will never control the Proxyhood.
★This is fantastic news, SimFirstName0. If you can acquire a replica of the Proxy's crown, that would surely increase SimFirstName1's chances of election. She'll also need a proper set of Jacoban priest clothing if she is to pass muster with the Yacothian electors.
★All of Yacothia was abuzz with the upcoming Proxy election. Who would it be? And what kind of hat would he or she wear?Amidst the gossip SimTitle0 learned an important fact: That the old Proxy's ceremonial crown had gone missing around the time of her death. This was information that SimTitle1 would need...
★Yes, maybe I should go see how the elections are proceeding.
★Hmmm... you are right, of course. Yacothia would be crippled if the Proxy elections were delayed, but that would require disgracing or incapacitating all of the Proxy candidates-- oh, I see...SimFirstName0, why don't I go to Yacothia to scout out the situation? You can prepare yourself here for your... escapades.
★Ah, it looks like SimTitle0 is wrapping up. Time to have our Yacothian conversation...
★Alright, I'll need to pick up a few things around town so I'll be prepared to disgrace a few priests...
★Ah, there's SimTitle0. Now it's time for us to have our Yacothian conversation.
★Ah, there's SimTitle0. I should have her scout out Yacothia for any news.
★It's been awhile since SimTitle0 left. I should see if my Yacothian contacts have provided any updates.
★It's been awhile since SimTitle0 left. I should see if SimTitle1 knows how the elections are going.
★Oi, these are nice. What are they?
★Sure, I'll be as Jacoban as you need me to be, as long as you're willing to feed me.
★That sounds amazing, SimTitle0. If I were the Jacoban Proxy, I'd... I'd do all sorts of things... hire the finest chefs from Gastrobury... I'd eat... unicorns... on a spit! I'd make all of Tredony bow to me, abolish Advorton... And don't get me started on Crafthole...
★Mmmm... what's that smell?
★Who said that?
★Watcher be praised! I may have found my candidate after all. I hope he's interested...
★He's the one I've been looking for! Naturally he feels overawed by all this attention. Absolving him of his sins will make him feel better.
★He's the one I've been looking for! Naturally he feels overawed by all this attention. Having SimTitle0 absolve him of his sins will make him feel better.
★Oh yeah, I've always wanted to go on a sea voyage. Yacothia sounds so exotic! But... I don't know, SimTitle0, I just don't feel worthy. I've done... things. I'm a sinner, just like most normal folks.
★Wow, that sounds great! I have so many ideas on things I'd change about the Jacoban religion. All the rules, the sermons, the uncomfortable pews, and don't get me started on the ridiculous hats...
★This is not the malleable, biddable candidate I was looking for. I'll have to keep looking.
★It's hopeless! Where am I going to find someone in TownName who will obey my every command?I'll need something to eat while I ponder this. Perhaps a nice stew.
★It's hopeless! Where am I going to find someone in TownName who will obey my every command? No, no, no, SimFirstName0, keep calm. Find something to focus on... a statue, or an altar, or something.
★SimTitle0's hands were trembling when SimTitle1 met with her on the Yacothian docks."I just can't keep all the rites straight," she said. "Every time one of the electors asks me a question, I freeze.""It'll be alright," said SimFirstName1. "Just listen here..."
★"I will choose the next Proxy!"
★"The Proxy election is a sacred rite."
★"I am quite familiar with Yacothian customs..."
★"I could make you think your mother was the Proxy."
★"TownName will choose the next Proxy!"
★"Although it's probably not completely safe having a cask on the training grounds, my troops deserve a bit of a break."
★Go to Training Yard
★"It couldn't hurt to know more about what's going on in Yacothia."
★Sail to Yacothia
★"I hope SimTitle0 hasn't messed things up too badly..."
★"It's time for the mission. Hope I'm ready for this..."
★"It's time. Let's do this."
★"A ship recently arrived from Yacothia. I wonder if it has any news."
★Uh oh, this isn't good. My spies in Yacothia tell me that SimTitle1 is floundering, and is in danger of losing her cover. I need to check with SimTitle2. Someone needs to go and help SimFirstName1 through this.
★"If there's any word from my sources, it will be at the messenger post."
★Request News (Aboard the Ship)
★Check Messenger Post for Secret Drop
★Uh oh, this isn't good. The ship captain tells me that SimTitle1 is floundering, and is in danger of losing her cover. I need to check with SimTitle2. Someone needs to go and help SimFirstName1 through this.
★"Since the Jacoban Proxy is dead, I wonder if SimTitle1 has any designs on the title. Maybe I should observe her next sermon."
★Attend Jacoban Sermon
★"I should see if SimTitle1 has some ideas on how to take advantage of the situation in Yacothia. Maybe I'll take in her next sermon."
★This looks like a proper Jacoban Proxy crown. I wonder why they had an extra one lying in that old vault.
★"Perhaps I can find an old Jacoban relic that looks like the Proxy's crown in that old vault in the forest."
★Search the Jacoban Forest Vault
★"I'll never find a biddable candidate to send to Yacothia, but a nice meal might make me feel better."
★"I'll never find a biddable candidate to send to Yacothia, but seeing some inspiring artwork might make me feel better."
★I'll need to find a couple of Jacobans who will do what they're told.
★"I'll need to find someone of the Jacoban faith. A sermon should attract a few possible candidates."
★Give Sermon
★"I believe it's time to honor the Proxy with a sermon to reflect on our mortality."
★"And now to reflect on the death of the Proxy."
★"The Watcher forgives the sin of anyone who seeks forgiveness from the priesthood."
★Absolve SimTitle2
★"I need to find a Jacoban who is interested in traveling..."
★Get to Know Churchgoers
★Get to Know Newcomer
★"Now SimFirstName1 just needs a blessing to send her on her way."
★Grant SimTitle1 the Watcher's Touch
★"I have done all I can. The rest is in the Watcher's hands."
★Wait
★"I will find the next Proxy!"
★Primary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Merchant"  Spy
★The Jacoban church would elect a new Proxy before long. If TownName could have their own candidate elected, it would give TownName great leverage over Yacothia.
★Sad news had arrived from Yacothia: the aged Jacoban Proxy, the leader of the Jacoban faith, had passed away from a wasting sickness. The entire city-state of Yacothia was thrown into turmoil, awaiting the election of a new Proxy. It was a time of mourning. It was a time of opportunity.
★Death of the Proxy
★derp
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★Heal the Dragon
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★Burden of Proof
★No Worries Here
★The End is Near
★"I will make my best effort to protect the kingdom through magic."
★"Positive affirmation of the Watcher's divinity will bring us through this crisis."
★"I shall prove the deceit of these cowardly rumors."
★"I will find and discredit the source of this doomsday drivel."
★This candle has been extinguished by someone who has overcome their fear.
★Just an everyday, ordinary beeswax candle.
★The traveler usually spends mornings around the Marketplace, afternoons at the Kingball field or Churches, and evenings at the Docks.
★Tome of Terror: 101 Ways You're Gonna Die
★Inquire about Mood
★"What is the cause of such widespread gloom? I cannot perform to the distracted and unhappy."1 of 3 Asked
★"What is the cause of such widespread gloom? I cannot perform to the distracted and unhappy."2 of 3 Asked
★"What is the cause of such widespread gloom? I cannot perform to the distracted and unhappy."0 of 3 Asked
★Ask 3 People about their mood
★The Rumors are Fake
★"HA! The lies are exposed! Now, to tell the town crier so that all of TownName can hear!"
★Inquire about Origin of Dust
★"Now that SimTitle1 is nice and sauced, I can find out what the deal is with this imploded boulder."
★Ask SimTitle1 about the origin of the imploded boulder.
★"SimTitle1 can just drink the traveler into a stupor. Then it will be easy to discover the truth!"
★Kick Out of Town
★"Without her cursed book, she is powerless. Let us be rid of this trouble once and for all!"
★Kick SimTitle1 Out of Town
★Tell to Leave
★"Nobody will take SimTitle1 seriously anymore. It's time for her to leave."
★Tell SimTitle1 to Leave
★Secret Handshake
★Get Status Report
★Conspire to get Traveler Drunk
★Inform of the Traveler's Deception
★"Just as I thought. Now to tell the town crier so that the whole town can hear of your lies."
★Tell the Town Crier about SimTitle1's Deception
★"I'll use the secret handshake. Can't be too careful."
★Greet SimTitle1 with a Secret Handshake
★"What do I ever want from my sources?!"
★Get a Status Report from SimTitle1
★Investigate the Traveler
★"What am I paying her for?! SimTitle1 needs to investigate further and report back to me with some real information."
★Have the source investigate the traveler.
★Question about Doomsday Rumors
★"I will question the traveler to see if she is the source of the rumors."
★Ask the traveler about the rumors.
★Ask for Proof of Doom
★"I'm guessing she's the source of the rumors. Now to press her for proof."
★Ask for Proof of the Impending Doom
★Refute Validity of Proof
★"Wow. A handful of dust. Well, why didn't you just say so?Okay, time to set this one straight."
★Refute the Proof
★Get the Truth
★"Now I will have the truth about this 'imploded boulder.'"
★Get the Truth about the Dust
★Kick out of the Kingdom
★"Now that the traveler's claims have been proven false, she has no ground to stand upon. There's no room for con artists in this kingdom."
★Tell SimTitle1 to leave the kingdom.
★"It would seem a bard's work is never done!"
★Get SimTitle1 Drunk
★Get SimTitle0 to ingest a Truth Tonic
★"I'll just get SimTitle0 to ingest a truth-telling potion."
★"I wonder if I can make it back in time to see SimFirstName0 thrown out on her head?"
★Return to the Tavern
★Go to the Castle to Spy On the Aristocracy
★"I sense something important is being discussed behind closed doors. I'd say this calls for a little reconnaissance."
★"I will find the source of these worrying rumors."
★Find the Source of the Doomsday Rumors
★throwaway text
★blah blah
★Talk to SimTitle0
★Send a Letter to SimTitle0
★Use Truth Tonic on the Traveler
★Have the Bard Inebriate the Traveler to Loosen her Tongue
★Question the traveler directly.
★Eavesdrop on the traveler's conversations.
★Never fear, my good lady, SimTitle1 is on the job! Spirits will loosen the traveler's tongue!
★Heyyyy... The drinks in this town, really... They really DRINK good! *hic*
★Ha! Not so scary now, are you, SimTitle0?
★A melancholy seems to hang over the people today. What could be the cause of such widespread gloom?
★A lot more people than usual are depressed about the end of the world. Maybe they just need a delightful song.First, I'll get some inspiration from the common man.
★I have heard the fearful cries of my countrymen, and I sympathize with their plight.I am ready to perform my art for them. Are they ready to receive it?
★It looks like my song gave them some respite from their fears.Still, I wish I knew why everyone is upset in the first place.Perhaps SimTitle0 will know what's going on. I'll send her a letter about it.
★"Ah! The cause of this gloominess comes to light. And what's this? SimTitle0 wishes my assistance in routing the alarmist fraud. Some liquor should loosen her tongue enough to persuade a divulgence of the truth and put these rumors to rest."
★The dust? *hic* I gots it offa the road on my way here. There was no... *hic* ...no boulder, no imploding.Hey! A toast to imploding boulders! *HIC*
★Things should return to normal once everyone hears that SimFirstName0 was guilty of boulder fraud.
★"I know how to get people to stop listening to this phony; I'll compose a poem making fun of her ridiculous claims."
★Ugh! It smells like barbecued dog hair.I'm sure glad to be done with that thing.Time to tell SimTitle0 she isn't welcome in TownName anymore.
★Hear ye! Hear ye!Rumors of imploded boulders have been greatly exaggerated!The traveler is a fraud!
★Time to destroy this thing before any more trouble can come of it.
★Chagrined, the traveler mumbled, "Fine, you can make fun of my crystal ball if you must. At least I still have my Tome of Terror."From the folds of her clothes she suddenly produced a macabre and ancient-looking book. When she opened it, it spoke with a voice like a thousand starving crows. It said, "I am the Tome of Terror, written in blood and bound in the flesh of innocents. I am genesis and terminus! None shall escape my terrible justice!!"
★"You haven't heard the last of me!I'll get you next time, you scoundrel!Next tiiiiiiime!"
★Well, I think I can safely say I know where all the horrible rumors have been coming from.But people have said crazy things before, why are this woman's rants having such an effect on everyone?
★I feel your pain, friend.
★Don't worry, you're not alone.
★When it comes to SimTitle0, I never know if I'll hear back from her or not.I may as well go find something to keep me occupied and in good spirits.
★Actually, I'm not feeling so great.I heard something bad is going to happen soon. I don't know what it is or when it will happen, but that just makes it worse!
★Someone told my friend that the end of the world was coming.I hope it's not true, but you never know. It seems like bad stuff is always happening in TownName.
★I heard from some lady that a zombie army was going to attack us and fire was going to rain from the sky and all sorts of bad things.I don't know if it's true, but I don't know if it's NOT true. It's really got me on edge.
★Time to listen in and see what the news of the day is.
★Maybe I can shake down one of my sources for some news. I should be able to find her lurking around somewhere.
★What can I do for you today, m'lady?
★SimTitle0 might be of assistance here. I need to let her know of the situation.
★This isn't good. That actually looks like a legitimately dangerous item.I can't let her hold on to that.
★What's this? A letter from SimTitle0...She has been hearing rumors of some impending doom and is wondering if I know anything about it.People are clearly agitated about some kind of bad omen. I must trace this idea back to its origin! Maybe I can shake down one of my sources for more news. I should be able to find one lurking around somewhere.
★I do say, the commoners seem riled up about something recently.Probably just another outbreak of fire fleas or a small child gone missing again.
★I heard from Lady Wallerby that her husband's cousin's servant said there was some kind of commotion in the village yesterday.
★...and so she said the marriage would be called off if she ever caught him naked in the garden again!Can you imagine?!
★It's time I go see SimTitle0.But what approach do I want to take with her?
★Something was in the air that day. A deep melancholy seemed to hang over the people, spreading unease throughout the kingdom.Both SimTitle0 and SimTitle1 could feel it, and they were determined, in their own ways, to find the source of distress.But could two lone heroes turn back the growing wave of anxiety?
★Hmmm... nothing but politics, scandal, and the usual trifles. Was my unease only paranoia? Perhaps the commoners will prove more informative in this case.
★Hmmm... nothing but politics, scandal, and the usual trifles. Is my unease only paranoia?I'll have to keep an eye out for anything out of the ordinary.
★This gloom started a few days ago, around the same time a traveler came to town. I don't know if there is a connection between the two or not. Just an observation.
★Of course, m'lady! I shall have more information for you directly!
★You have received a secret drop at the messenger post.
★Your target, SimFirstName0, spends most of her time in the tavern, prophesying doom to any who will listen. For some reason people seem particularly affected.
★The Watcher is angry and will soon unleash chaos and destruction upon us and the only thing that will be left is NOTHING!! We are all doomed!DOOOOOOOOMED!
★Oh, I have proof! All the proof you need!Behold, I have seen a boulder implode upon itself, leaving nothing but this dust I now hold in my hand!It is a sign of the end of times!
★No. I did not get the dust from an imploded boulder. I gathered it from the ground. It is not proof of the coming apocalypse.
★The traveler's voice jumped an octave and she shook her fist defiantly, crying "It does not matter if you believe me or not! The people know the truth of my dust!!"SimTitle1 realized that public opinion was not on her side. The people were scared, and had already stopped questioning the traveler's outbursts.In order to expose the traveler for what she truly was, SimTitle1 would need proof of her trickery.
★"I need to find a way to prove that this babbling vagabond is up to no good. There must be a way to acquire her admittance that the dust is nothing more than made-up trickery."
★But it would not be that easy. The traveler stepped up onto a table and began to scream. "Did you think that was my only proof? I have a direct link to the Watcher, and I was told of your doom through this Crystal Ball!"She held up something that appeared to be a rotting grapefruit. The people oohhed and aahhed in admiration. "This cannot go on!" wailed SimTitle1, "I have no choice but to fall back on the public speaker's secret weapon: baseless ridicule."
★What Tome of Terror? I certainly don't see any Tome of Terror!
★Well that was a bit more intimate than I remember the secret handshake going...I'd better check my pockets later.
★You haven't seen the last of me!
★"Sweet music will quell the people's fears."
★"Nobody spreads rumors around here but me."
★"Of course, to reach these people I must understand their plight."1 of 3 Inspiration Gathered
★"Of course, to reach these people I must understand their plight."2 of 3 Inspiration Gathered
★"Of course, to reach these people I must understand their plight."0 of 3 Inspiration Gathered
★Ask 3 People for Inspiration
★Failure! Convinced that the world is coming to an end, the populace has devolved into chaos and calamity. Or at least more chaos and calamity than usual...
★The people had finally had enough. The traveler was drummed out of town, crying "I'll be back" and "You haven't seen the last of me" the entire way. Two days later she was found dead by the side of the road. Wolves got her.SimTitle0 and SimTitle1 did not receive much in the way of fanfare for their actions, but they both knew they had served TownName well. They might not have prevented an actual disaster, but they prevented people talking about disaster and that was just as good.
★Primary Hero:"  Spy-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Bard
★"Nothing soothes like a lute."
★Play a song on your lute to cheer people up
★"Kill it with fire!"
★Burn the Tome of Terror in a Fireplace
★Recite a Poem
★"A hilariously derisive poem should take that traveler down a peg or two in the public eye!"