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★This could be tricky, especially since I wasn't believed before. Perhaps a little more flattery in my approach can help convince?
★No! I can't let it end like this! If I fail here, the city will fall helplessly to her magic!
★There she is, just like before. Kind of predictable, really.
★She will fall to my blade!
★I'm not sure I can stop her!
★There. I am rested and ready.
★What? Proof?! Is my scrying not proof enough? The Monarch won't believe the danger until villagers begin to disappear in the woods! I can't let it get that far.
★Okay, she's gone. I need to get back to my tower so I can remove this curse.
★You're out of luck Witch. Say hello to the Pit Beast for me.
★Success! TownName is safe!
★I need to visit the castle again. This time I'll convince the Monarch that the Witch is real! TownName must take action against this threat!
★The Witch is here?! What could she possibly want from me?
★There, the Witch's curse is reduced -- enough that I can concentrate again. I've retained a bit of her distilled magic essence. I should be able to use that against her.
★Excellent! She has agreed to join forces and teach me her ways. Little does she realize I have a thing or two to teach her!
★That was too close. Have to get back home -- wait for this infernal curse to wear off before I move again.
★"Ha! You might actually be smarter than you look. Come, let's go discuss your service to me... in private."
★She's hit!! But will it be enough?
★That looks like her, but her demeanor is so different. Clearly an act to fool the townspeople!
★SimTitle0 approached the intruder, unafraid. She said, "You fool the others, Witch, but not me. Leave here or I'll use my magic on you.""Oh, yes," SimTitle1 replied, laughing, "I've seen your little magic tricks. You must be great fun at parties. And if you're the best that TownName has to offer, I guess there's really nothing to stop me from siphoning the life out of this town. The villagers won't even realize it's happening until it's too late and you are powerless to stop me!"SimFirstName1 fumed, but held her tongue. "The Witch has underestimated me, and that will be her undoing," she thought.
★There she is! She may have cleaned up her appearance, but I would recognize that evil face anywhere.
★Impossible! The town crier claims to know this woman, but says she is a pleasant, gentle soul. Will no one heed my warning?
★Okay, now to put it all together.
★What in the Watcher's name was that?! Was it a woman or some kind of monster? I must tell the people what I've seen!
★Let's hear her laugh after I've cut her throat...
★It was not the best day to be a knight of TownName. It was forest patrol day, and that meant SimTitle0 would enjoy all the excitement of staring at trees combined with the thrill of total silence. Every now and then you might get to stab a bandit, but was that really a challenge?"Oh well," SimTitle0 thought, "It beats the stench of the judgement pit."
★I feel stronger. If I can catch her by surprise, I think I can take her!
★"Hey, Witch! I've got a new party trick to show you!"
★I could just let the guards handle things from here, but after all the trouble I went to? I want to see the look on her face in person.
★Apparently this guard has seen a woman matching my description! She's over in town square right now. I need to go see if that's her.
★I need to press my advantage wherever I can. I should lure her to a location where I can strike with my full might.
★Now I will end the Witch!
★This should be enough, I need to make it count.
★It's definitely her. There's nothing I can do here without causing a scene. I should return to the Barracks for now, and figure out a way to deal with the witch.
★*cough* Gah! She was expecting me to fight dirty! What did she... do to me?! I can barely stand up. My energy...
★More's the better...
★SimTitle0 approached the intruder, unafraid. She said, "You are not welcome in this place, Witch! Leave now, or else.""Oh, yes," SimTitle1 replied, laughing, "I wouldn't want to invoke your wrath, SimFirstName0, you might poke me with something sharp! If you're the best that TownName has to offer, then there's really nothing to stop me from siphoning the life out of this town. Ha!""I might not have fancy magical powers," the knight thought, "but I won't go down without a fight."
★What?! She's running? I truly did not expect that... I have to follow her!
★There, that's quality work. Now back to the spy quarters to put this signature to use.
★She... she can't be serious. She plans to slowly siphon the life out of the kingdom from the inside, slowly enough that nobody would notice until it's too late.
★It was a good time to pick nightshade. SimTitle0 had discovered that buds of the poisonous plant picked at the start of harvest season were especially potent."Besides," she thought, "I know a place in the forest that grows enough nightshade to make a thousand potions!" She would have to work quickly, before dire chinchillas gnawed the best buds right off the plants.
★I'm coming, Witch. This time I will not fail.
★Razor sharp. This will pierce her evil heart.
★What is the Witch doing in here? It's not possible!!
★There, the Witch's curse is reduced -- enough that I can concentrate again. I've retained a bit of her distilled magic essence. I should be able to use that against her.
★She has no idea I'm here. She's left me an opening and I'm taking it!
★Hmm. She's countering my wild accusations by laughing me off like I'm crazy. That's not a bad strategy, actually. Guess there's no easy way out of this, then. I should get back to my quarters and think of an actual plan.
★A good knight knows how to leverage all resources. Time to recruit some guards for back up.
★Now to begin the harvest.
★We will take her by force! There's no way she'll kill ALL of us!
★Let's see her get out of this one.
★Success! This Spirit Thief spell will do more than steal a fragment of her soul -- it will rend it from her body entirely!
★Success! This Magic Arrow spell is sure to pierce the Witch's heart.
★Good, the curse is beginning to fade. I realize now that I've been going about this all wrong. Direct confrontation is just not my style... Time for a new plan.
★What impudence!! She's playing dumb, knowing that I can't attack her unprovoked in a crowded area of the town.
★I must act swiftly. I will have only one chance to take her by surprise!
★Hopefully there aren't a lot of people hanging around the royal drafting table...
★Thank The Watcher, her curse is fading. She underestimated me again. Now, what do I have to do to stop this monster?!
★I can use this curse to identify her magical signature, and refine it into a Spirit Thief spell that will reduce her body to a vacant husk.
★There will be no escape for her...
★Move now! Take her down!!
★*cough* No! How can this be?! My spell was somehow deflected... I can feel my energy draining away...
★"No force can withstand my might"
★"Surprise Will Make All The Difference"
★"My magic will triumph"
★"No Force Can Withstand My Sword"
★"Surprise will make all the difference"
★The Witch continued to siphon the life from TownName. Soon there would be nothing left of this once proud kingdom.
★With an unholy shriek, the Witch was gone. "Huh," SimTitle0 said, "Pretty sure that takes care of that."Not one hour later, she stepped into the clearing of nightshade deep in the forest with her collection bag and thick, poison-handling gloves. All that remained of the once vital patch was a scattered handful of puny, undeveloped buds. The rest had been chewed away or trampled. SimTitle0 buried her face in her hands. "That's the only problem with TownName," she said, "all the damned witches and chinchillas."
★Primary Hero:"  Knight
★"I hope I remembered my thick, poison-handling gloves."
★Pick Nightshade in Forest
★"If I can just get to the forest, maybe I can lose her!"
★Escape to Forest
★"Run!!"
★Escape into Forest
★"That little adventure in the forest was hard on my equipment. My blade needs to be perfectly sharp!"
★Sharpen Sword
★"A brief patrol of the forest and then I can get back to my duties in the city."
★Patrol Forest
★"I'll show her something pointy..."
★Sharpen Sword
★"If I can duck into the forest fast enough, I might be able to get away and regain my strength!"
★Escape into Forest
★"Now I can prepare the spell."
★Prepare Spirit Thief Spell
★"A quick mock-up of the execution papers, plus the Monarch's 'signature', and I'll have myself a dead witch!"
★Forge Execution Papers at Scribe Table
★I need to prepare mentally and physically for the confrontation ahead.
★Meditate
★"I should be able to copy the signature of the Monarch from any old document."
★Copy Monarch's Signature at Scribe Table
★Test Copy
★I should prepare at least one spell to go up against a Witch of her magnitude.
★Prepare Spell: Magic Arrow
★"Now I can prepare the spell."
★Prepare Magic Arrow Spell
★"It's so simple! If you lose a hat, you just scour the Ether for it!"
★Scry
★"I can't be fooled by her facade. She looks soft and weak, but it will take a very sharp blade to pierce her heart."
★Sharpen Sword
★"The time has come to end this."
★Execute the Witch
★"This is it!"
★Execute the Witch
★Cast Spirit Thief on Witch
★"If I can get one good surprise strike on her, then I will gain the advantage!"
★Cast Magic Arrow on Witch
★"She couldn't possibly have a defense against this spell!"
★Cast Magic Arrow on Witch
★"I really wish I could find that hat... it looks so stylish on me."
★Look Around for Missing Hat
★"She's no match for the beast!"
★Wait for the Witch to Die
★"Ooh, the Pit Beast looks particularly hungry today."
★Follow the Witch
★Wait for the Witch to Die
★"Did it work?!"
★Observe the Witch
★The Witch continued to siphon the life from TownName. Soon there would be nothing left of this once proud kingdom.
★With an unholy shriek, SimTitle1 died. Without her tainted spirit to hold it together, the Witch's body quickly disintegrated into ash and blew away in the breeze. SimTitle0 had prevailed, but how to convince TownName that she hadn't just committed murder?She considered explaining the different ways to read the magical signatures from the battle, to divine the truth of things by delving into the Ether... Then she realized how much easier it would be just to cast a memory charm on everyone, allowing them to forget that the woman had ever existed. Problem solved!
★Primary Hero:"  Wizard
★The response would have to be quick, and final. The Witch must die. Anyone who had heard the stories would know that giving one of these tricky creatures even the smallest opportunity to use her powers was to invite disaster.
★A Witch No More
★Counterspellin'
★Delightful Wedding
★Refined Souls
★Witch's Refined Essence
★Spirits of the Dead
★"In case I do not survive, I must ensure that the church will be taken care of."
★Pressure Point Attack
★"Give me your magic points, vile hell-creature!!!"
★Use Pressure Point Attack on Witch
★Taunt Witch
★"She probably assumes I died. I will catch her off guard and run for the church."
★Taunt Witch
★Warn about Witch
★"The Monarch must be told of this magical crisis!"
★Warn Monarch about Witch
★Declare Witch Powerless
★"You are subject to The Watcher's Will! You cannot escape the Eye! You are powerless in this place!"
★Declare the Witch Powerless
★Warn about Witch
★"Surely the Town Crier will recognize the need for action."
★Warn Town Crier about Witch
★Warn about Witch
★"The Monarch will know the right course of action to take against that Witch!"
★Warn Monarch of the Witch
★Invite to Forest
★"If I can lure her from the city, maybe The Watcher and I will convince her to leave this place entirely."
★Invite Witch to Forest
★Accuse of Trespass
★Demand Witch Leaves
★"I'll just get to the bottom of this."
★Demand the Witch Leave
★Warn about Witch
★"The Monarch would never let evil overtake TownName."
★Warn Monarch about Witch
★Practice Pressure Point Attack
★"This is why every physician needs a good attendant."
★Practice Pressure Point Attack on Assistant
★Lure to Forest
★"It will be much safer for the townspeople if I can lure the Witch away to the forest."
★Lure Witch to Forest
★Put in Charge
★"In the event that I don't return, I'll need to ensure that the clinic will be taken care of."
★Put Assistant in Charge
★Attempt Overdose
★"This should pack a little more punch than leeches, Witch!"
★Attempt Overdose on Witch
★Lure to Forest
★"I need to lure her someplace where innocents won't be caught in the magical crossfire."
★Lure Witch to Forest
★Confront about Witchcraft
★"It's definitely the same woman, but why does she not display her awesome power?"
★Confront Witch about Witchcraft
★Confront about Witchcraft
★"If I confront her about what I've seen, maybe she will leave before the town rises up against her..."
★Confront Witch about Witchcraft
★Accuse of Trespass
★"This is my private sanctuary. She cannot be here!"
★Accuse Witch of Trespass
★Threaten
★"Fill me with your wrath, Watcher! Compel her to leave this place forever!"
★Threaten Witch
★Watcher's Fury
★Nothing can withstand The Watcher's Wrath!
★Perform Watcher's Fury on Witch
★Ambush Witch
★"Burn in magical fire, Witch!"
★Ambush the Witch
★Magic-Draining Overdose
★"For science!!!"
★Give Witch a Magic-Draining Overdose
★Test Experimental Magic-Draining Poison
★"This is why every physician needs a good assistant."
★Test Experimental Magic-Draining Poison on Assistant
★Warn about Witch
★"My attendant will assist me, though I am not sure what the two of us can do against such power..."
★Warn Attendant about Witch
★Confront about Witchcraft
★"If TownName knows the Witch for who she is, perhaps we can all drive her from the city together!"
★Confront Witch about Witchcraft
★Plead
★"How is she doing this? I can't stop her..."
★Plead with Witch
★Warn about Witch
★"I should let my assistant know what lurks outside of town. The clinic may get very busy soon..."
★Warn Assistant about Witch
★Accuse of Trespass
★Demand to Leave
★"No matter her powers, I will drive her out."
★Demand the Witch Leave
★Plead
★"My clinic... I can't let it end here! She must see reason!"
★Plead with Witch
★Plead
★"Kill me if you must. My faith in The Watcher is absolute."
★Tell the Witch to End It
★Leave in Charge
★"In the event that I am removed from this wordly plane today, I must make sure the church will be taken care of."
★Leave Attendant in Charge
★"If I can just get back to the tower, I have a plan..."
★Return to Wizard Tower
★"I'm sure the Witch is still parading around the town square. She's about to get the shock of her life."
★Go to Town Square
★"I pray it isn't her, but I must check Town Square for myself."
★Go to Town Square
★"The Monarch should know of this danger right away."
★Go to Throne Room
★"I must head to town square immediately and search for the witch!"
★Go to Town Square
★"I hope the Witch is still near the town square. I'll look there first."
★Go to Town Square
★"If I can give the Witch an overdose of ipecacuanha root, I might be able to make her sick enough to leave. But how to get close enough..."
★Go to Forest
★"I've been meaning to brush up on my anti-witch charms."
★Go to Wizard Tower
★"What a horrible night to have a curse."
★Go to Jacoban Cathedral
★"For this dark magic, I'll need a place close to the heart of death."
★Go to Graveyard
★"She'll likely be at the town square, subtly draining TownName of its lifeforce."
★Go to Town Square
★"The Monarch may have to rally all of the royal guards to put down such a monster!"
★Go to Throne Room
★"The souls of the departed await my attention at the graveyard."
★Go to Graveyard
★"It will be safe in the castle. Someone there must be told of the coming horrors."
★Go to Throne Room
★"She thinks nothing of my abilities! Nothing! I must get to the forest and prepare to unleash my full power upon her."
★Go to Forest
★"Maybe there is some potion I can craft which will help insulate the body against witchcraft..."
★Go to Clinic
★"She is intolerable, but I must be brave. To the forest!"
★Go to Forest
★"Hopefully I can still find her near the town square. There is no way she will see this coming..."
★Go to Town Square
★"She laughed in my face! I must return to the cathedral and seek The Watcher's aid."
★Go to Jacoban Cathedral
★"Please, don't let it be her..."
★Go to Town Square
★"I need to concentrate on getting back to the clinic now."
★Return to Clinic
★Hopefully she's still milling about the town square.
★Go to Town Square
★"Will she still be in town square? Hopefully she has not killed yet..."
★Go to Town Square
★"I hope my theory works, or I may have just signed my own death warrant and brought disaster onto the church!"
★Return to Jacoban Cathedral
★"I must build my energy if I'm to fight a witch of her caliber."
★Meditate 1 Hour
★"Meditating will harness the essence of the dead souls here. This is dark, dark magic, but I am forced to fight fire with fire."
★Meditate 2 Hours in Graveyard
★"First I must reduce the curse so I can concentrate."
★Meditate 1 Hour
★Divine protection is needed, and we cannot afford any impurities to interrupt The Watcher's gaze.
★Absolve Citizens for String0
★"These ancient witch-hunters used techniques not so different from our own..."
★Research Malleus Maleficarum for String0
★"I should research this poison further."
★"She won't be expecting me to put up a fight! I'll need some tonics..."
★Craft 2 Weak Curative Tonics
★The Witch continued to siphon the life from TownName. Soon there would be nothing left of this once proud kingdom.
★The Witch dropped to her knees, trembling. With dawning horror she realized that she could no longer feel any connection to her dark powers. To SimTitle0 she shrieked, "What have you done to me?!" Her wide, wet eyes studied shaking hands. "This... body," she spat, "is so frail... so weak...""The Watcher spared your life, wretched creature," said SimTitle0, "I suggest you spend it in a different town." Sobbing, the once-powerful Witch ran from the cathedral and quickly left TownName. SimFirstName0 returned to the graveyard to perform her rites, and, giving thanks to The Watcher, brought solace to the poor souls there.
★Primary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest
★Pretend to Join the Witch's Cause
★I need her trust: perform the task.
★Left
★"I'll research 'Ancient Ways of the Malleus Maleficarum: Magic-Draining Poison.'"
★"I will face her where The Watcher's power is strongest: the Jacoban Cathedral."
★Keep up the Charade: Kill the Man
★"The Spirit Thief spell will sever the magical portion of the Witch's soul."
★Now's My Chance: Attack Her!
★Right
★Find a way around
★"I'll research 'Ancient Ways of the Malleus Maleficarum: Pressure Point Attack.'"
★"I will perform The Watcher's Fury on the Witch. She deserves no less."
★I can't stand for this: make a run for it
★"Or I could use the Spirits of the Dead to poison the witch's magic..."
★"Now to learn the necessary spell."
★Learn Magic Arrow Spell
★Learn Spirit Thief Spell
★The Witch continued to siphon the life from TownName. Soon there would be nothing left of this once proud kingdom.
★The Witch dropped to her knees, trembling. With dawning horror she realized that she could no longer feel any connection to her dark powers. To SimTitle0 she shrieked, "What have you done to me?!" Her wide, wet eyes studied shaking hands. "This... body," she spat, "is so frail... so weak...""Oh, that's probably just a little heat exhaustion," said SimTitle0, smiling, "If you want, I could throw a few leeches at you. That should clear it right up." And so, even without the aid of magical powers or sharpened steel, SimFirstName0 was able to defeat an ancient evil and save TownName. Not realizing that mortals are supposed to eat, the Witch starved three days later.
★Primary Hero:"  Physician
★What?! What is the monster doing in the house of The Watcher? I cannot suffer this insult!
★Tell me, little scientist, is there a medicine you can take after I tear out your lifeforce? Any tonic that can replace your soul?
★So you wish to get me alone, do you? Are you sure you can handle me? HA! I'll go, little woman, for nothing other than sheer curiosity.
★Now to memorize a quick, offensive spell.
★I need to find some way to stop this Witch. Help me, Watcher! Help me to see her as you do!
★Ah, the Witch's curse is lifted! I can feel The Watcher's gaze! Now to prepare my attendant so the plan is understood.
★She's gone, but I can barely walk with this curse hanging over my head. Can't die here... have to get back to the church!
★Of course! It's a simple pressure point manipulation! The technique is complex, but I should be able to do it without killing the target outright. But maybe I should practice on my assistant just to be sure.
★I'm still not completely sure how I'm going to reason with this Witch, but I need to get her out of the town before I try anything. I won't have any deaths on my conscience but my own. ...I mean, if it comes to that.
★Curse it all, nothing is clear!! The mere presence of that foul creature is clouding my view into the Ether.
★Didn't see that coming, did you?
★I'll show this Witch that she has vastly underestimated me. There are certain spells I've been scared to perform, but I see no other option in this situation. I'll need souls... Many souls.
★Still alive! And I bet if my assistant had any magical powers, they would be useless right now. Time to try my new technique on the Witch.
★Ah, so you wish to get me alone, do you? Are you sure you can handle me? HA! I'll go, little wizard, for nothing other than sheer curiosity.
★I can feel The Watcher's power burning off the witch's magic. I need to make sure everything in the cathedral is in order before I'm off to battle.
★"Thankfully, she did not pursue me. I need to get back to the tower so I can remove this curse. I may yet find a way to live through this ordeal."
★She's here. Now to draw her ire and lure her back into the cathedral!
★Everything is in order. Time to show the Witch who's boss in these parts.
★Well now she's mad. Incoming retaliation!!
★Thank The Watcher, she's gone. ...urgh... I'm not out of this yet though; it's going to be a struggle to get back to the clinic.
★If I'm lucky I won't need to use these on myself!
★She laughed right in my face! This creature isn't afraid of anything mortal, clearly! I don't wish to become a target -- I should just head back to the clinic for now.
★She's here! She probably thinks I died in the woods -- I'm only going to get one shot at this!
★She's here! I'll only get one shot, and I have to execute the technique perfectly!
★What a terrible sight! That Witch commands very powerful black magic, indeed. I must move quickly and warn TownName!
★I must strike now -- try to catch her off guard!!
★Your Highness! A moment of your time, please! It is most vital!
★"You think you know power, Witch?! I will show you what true power is!"
★Overreacting? OVERREACTING?! Hmm... maybe I am overreacting. I will simply tell the Town Crier of the danger. That will get the word out to the kingdom!
★SimFirstName0, Your humble servant, is here, Watcher. I know that You will not let evil take hold in this place.
★Yes... I can feel power coursing through my body. Hopefully it is enough to overpower the invader.
★SimTitle0 approached the intruder, unafraid. She said, "Leave this place, Witch. I will not ask you again.""So touchy!" SimTitle1 replied, laughing, "Don't be so offended. I only dropped by to tell you that I like you. You're quite spirited for a mortal. As I slowly siphon the lifeforce out of every person in TownName, I'll save you for last." She smiled wickedly as she turned away."The Witch does not believe in The Watcher's power," SimFirstName0 fumed, "and that will be her undoing."
★There, that's in order. At least I have that peace of mind, now.
★SimTitle0 approached the intruder, unafraid. She said, "You cannot be in this place, Witch. Leave here or I'll use my magic on you.""Oh, yes," SimTitle1 replied, laughing, "I've seen your little magic tricks. You must be great fun at parties. And if you're the best that TownName has to offer, I guess there's really nothing to stop me from siphoning the life out of this town. The villagers won't even realize it's happening until it's too late and you are powerless to stop me!"SimFirstName0 fumed, but held her tongue. "The Witch has underestimated me, and that will be her undoing," she thought.
★No! It IS her! Perhaps if I expose her, she can be convinced to leave this place.
★The Watcher sees us clearly. Protect us, O Watcher!!
★She's still standing! But did the spell have any effect?
★And now it is time to face the Witch. I put my faith in The Watcher. The Eye and the Hands will guide me.But just to be safe I will lure her away from any populated areas...
★"What?! How are you alive? It's not possible!!"
★*cough* What did she do to me? *cough* I can b--barely move...
★Argh! How did she... NO! My own magic is being sapped from my body...
★I am here, Watcher. What do we do now?
★I can feel the souls of the dead in this place. I'm sorry, friends, but your souls are needed to protect the living.
★I assume from her crass outburst of laughter that she is not intimidated. She's practically daring me to try and stop her. I cannot fall for this trap! I should head back to the tower and form a plan...
★She intends to make me her first victim! I can't let her!
★I can use the Witch's own magic against her! Through her curse, I can specify the magic frequency she radiates and turn it against her.
★The power coursing through this artifact is immense! I don't know how long I can keep it in check. I must find the Witch soon!
★It was another full day for SimTitle0. The first item on the schedule was to perform rites at the graveyard. She knew that the Eye of The Watcher saw all, past and future, living and dead. The rites were a way of beseeching The Watcher to look over the souls of those who had passed, so they would not be forgotten.
★There she is. When I adhere the sheer power of the souls in this artifact to the Witch's soul, she will be crushed. Even if she survives, she will never be able to summon magic again.
★The castle can rally some kind of defense against this Witch, and then I can return to lay those disturbed souls to rest.
★It is wicked, but I can feel the power from these souls. I can see how a lesser wizard could be seduced by such power...
★I -- I don't understand what I just saw! What manner of creature was that?! I must warn the castle!
★It was a slow day for death and disease in TownName, and SimTitle0 found herself taking inventory in the clinic. Good medicine required good ingredients, and it was important to keep supplies up."Stocks of some of my rarer herbs are starting to dwindle," SimFirstName0 muttered to herself, "I should take a trip into the forest to replenish my supplies."
★She's here!! But why does she not attack? I must... I must do something, expose her for the monster she is before she destroys us!
★She came here to openly mock me by telling me her whole plan: She plans to slowly drain the entire city of life before moving on to the next city.
★HA! How amusing! Your precious "Watcher" cannot help you defeat me, little woman. Your faith is just talk! Mine provides me with true power -- more power than you can imagine!
★By The Watcher! My attendant has seen the woman I described, and she is in our own town square! This is a nightmare!
★Oh, no... Last week I posted a proclamation on witchcraft, and now the Monarch thinks this is all just another attempt to drive new blood into the Jacoban church through fear! I must speak to someone who will understand the threat is real!
★*cough* What has she... done? I feel like my energy is being drained. *cough* Must... stay standing...
★"Kill you? Oh, you deserve better than that. Your little flock trusts you so... Perhaps I will bewitch your mind and use you to bring me fresh victims."
★It seems she has no qualms issuing her warning here now: she's going to drain this city of its life. Slowly but surely, this city will fall.
★I'll have once chance to surprise her. Good thing I always keep this ipecac injection handy!
★Made it back. Good thing I prepared some tonics, though it seems the witch's curse is finally fading. Something was familiar about that curse, though... something I read once...
★Ancient witch-hunters were able to find techniques that affect only the magical portion of a person's body. I should be able to test a similar injection, but I wouldn't want to use it on myself in case something goes wrong...
★There, I've isolated the Witch's frequency in a soul orb. It's all theory, but I should be able to prepare a Spirit Thief spell that will specifically target the Witch's magic and remove it from her soul.
★The longer I wait, the further that Witch sinks her teeth into TownName's lifeforce. I must try to overpower her now and hope for the best!
★All is in order. There is nothing left to do but lure the Witch back into the cathedral.
★I read once that a wizard's magic can be tainted using a specialized potion. Maybe I can apply the same theory here!
★I've had enough of playing helpless in this situation. Time to bring The Watcher's Wrath to this Witch's doorstep.
★The cathedral is a place consecrated to The Watcher. I didn't see it before, but there's a chance her magic will prove useless here. I need to prepare myself and then lure her here.
★I read once that magic users channel their energy through certain points in their body, and that with the right technique those spots can be damaged to interrupt the flow of magic. I should find out more...
★Does the clinic ever receive good news? Apparently my assistant has seen the woman I described, in our own town square! Could it be that the Witch has already come to TownName?
★She's here. This has to work...
★I can't believe I allowed myself to be bested in the woods. But my magic will be that Witch's downfall, I swear it. I may not be able to kill her, but I'll make sure she can't harm anyone ever again.
★The Monarch must be warned of the danger at our border.
★Amazing! This concoction should be crippling, but on a non-magical person it is having no effect at all! Now, will it incapacitate the Witch?
★What?! The Monarch demands proof! I hate to admit it, but as a woman of science I'd probably make the same request.If the castle will do nothing, I should go prepare my clinic for the coming bloodbath.
★Thank The Watcher, now here is the real test. Time to release The Watcher's Fury!
★What is this?! The Witch, here, in my tower?
★I can't tell... did it work? She looks angry...
★It IS her... and yet none of the townspeople look especially cursed. What could she be waiting for? I should confront her now, before she destroys us all.
★It was a slow magic day in TownName, and SimTitle0 found herself taking inventory in the tower. Sometimes good magic requires good ingredients, and it was important to keep supplies up."Stocks of some of my rarer herbs are starting to dwindle," SimFirstName0 muttered to herself, "I should journey into the deep woods to replenish my supplies."
★The people seem prepared. Luckily, I have accustomed them to receiving fearful news.
★Get the hell outta here, you rude witch!
★SimTitle0 approached the intruder, annoyed. She said, "This is a place of healing, Witch. You are not welcome here.""Oh, of course," SimTitle1 replied, laughing, "I wouldn't want to invoke your wrath, SimFirstName0, you might throw leeches at me! If you're the only defense TownName can muster, then there's really nothing to stop me from siphoning the lifeforce from this town. Ha!""I might not have fancy magical powers," SimFirstName0 thought, "but I won't let you drain the life from my patients without a fight."
★So you want to get me alone, do you, little one? Is that even allowed in your faith? HA! I will go with you, pet, for nothing other than sheer curiosity.
★What?! She appears in my clinic? I cannot have this.
★I won't know until I cast it, but this spell should destroy her magical connection. I have no idea what that will do the Witch, but I'm also positive that I don't care.
★Oh no... The town crier believes that the very woman I'm describing is in our own town square!
★What is this unholy creature?! How dare she desecrate our sacred ground! I must warn the kingdom that a powerful Witch approaches.
★"What now, Witch?!"
★"Magic sealing is difficult business"
★"The Watcher Laughs in the Face of Magic"
★"Understanding the body means understanding magic"
★The Watcher is with me this day. I must be one with Him if I am to have a chance.
★Reflect on Watcher (1 hour)
★"Hmm... What would The Watcher do?"
★"At the tower, I'll be able to refine this soul essence into a usable form."
★Refine Souls at Arcane Tome
★"No! She mustn't! My only hope is to lose her in the woods. Jacob guide me!!"
★Escape into Forest
★"Luckily I haven't needed any potions or poultices yet today, but I'm sure I'll need them soon."
★Pick Herbs in Forest
★Our people must be prepared for the tough times ahead. Besides, the cathedral may protect them from some of the Witch's influence.
★Give a Sermon
★Cast Magic Arrow on Witch
★"Just as in cooking, good herbs can make all the difference in magic."
★Pick Herbs in Forest
★"Scrying may help me to find a solution to this Witch's life-stealing powers."
★Scry at Arcane Tome
★"If I can duck into the forest fast enough, I might be able to get away and regain my strength!"
★Escape into Forest
★"She means to kill me here and now. My only chance is to lose her in the forest!!"
★Escape into Forest
★"Stripping her of her magic will be a fate worse than death!"
★Cast Spirit Thief on Witch
★"No creature, not even this demon, can withstand this much dark power!"
★Cast Magic Arrow on Witch
★The Witch continued to siphon the life from TownName. Soon there would be nothing left of this once proud kingdom.
★The Witch dropped to her knees, trembling. With dawning horror she realized that she could no longer feel any connection to her dark powers. To SimTitle0 she shrieked, "What have you done to me?!" Her wide, wet eyes studied shaking hands. "This... body," she spat, "is so frail... so weak...""You'll not harm anyone again, you wretch," said SimTitle0, "now leave TownName. Forever.""No!" the witch barked, "I refuse to be trapped in this pitiful shell!" She forced herself to stand on quivering legs, then ran toward the Pit of Judgement. SimFirstName0 gave chase, but was too late. The witch had flung herself into the pit with a final, defiant scream. It was over.
★Primary Hero:"  Wizard
★And while the full extent of a Witch's power had never been measured, there were other people in the world with an intimate knowledge of magic. A wizard could rely on the power of known magic to counteract the unknown. It would be difficult, undoubtedly, but a wizard could even be able to negate a Witch's magic...
★The ring that SimFirstName0 gave me. Currently uncharged...
★SimFirstName0's Ring
★SimFirstName0's Ring
★The ring that SimFirstName0 gave me. Currently uncharged...
★The ring that SimFirstName0 gave me. Fully Charged!
★A magical ring given to me by SimFirstName0. Fully charged!
★A magical ring given to me by SimFirstName0. Currently uncharged...
★Official documents sealing the witch's fate.
★Get married!
★Marry this Sim
★"I can't resist such a beautiful woman in my castle."
★Invite for Walk
★I should ask her if she'd like to spend some time walking throughout the kingdom.
★Invite Witch for Walk
★Discuss Jealous Warlock
★"I wonder what else SimTitle2 can tell me about this man."
★Discuss SimTitle1 with SimTitle2
★Request Help
★"Has she the power to remove this curse?"
★"Hopefully he can remove this sickness before it takes my life."
★Request Help from SimTitle1
★Discuss His Fate
★"I should ask SimFirstName1's advice. She should have a voice in deciding this man's fate."
★"I should see if SimFirstName1 has any opinion of the man's fate."
★Discuss His Fate with SimTitle1
★Throw Out of City
★"Time to inform this monster that he is not welcome in my kingdom."
★Throw SimTitle1 Out of City
★Discuss Arrest
★"I want to know if the grounds for her arrest were sound."
★"I should see if the grounds for his arrest were sound."
★Release and Discuss Arrest with SimTitle1
★Dismiss
★Dismiss the Harassers
★"That hole in his strategy will give me the edge in the fight, but I'll still need some kind of protection against magic."
★Discuss Altercation
★"I should ask around see if I can learn what happened."
★Discuss Altercation with a Citizen
★Discuss Defense against Magic
★"A distraction will give me an advantage, but I'll need some protection against magic as well."
★Discuss Magic Defense with SimTitle1
★Charm
★"I can't resist such a handsome man in my castle."
★Charm SimTitle1
★Invite to Throne Room
★"This poor woman. I should invite her back to the throne room where she can be warm and safe."
★"I should extend a hand of hospitality after the citizens have treated him so poorly, lest it reflect harshly on our city."
★Invite SimTitle1 to Throne Room
★Investigate
★"Who is this man and what is his business here?"
★Investigate SimTitle1
★Exile from City
★"I must repsect her wishes. How can I say no to that face?"
★"I must respect his wishes; I will spare his life and banish him from the town."
★Exile SimTitle1 from Town
★Discuss Jealous Warlock
★Discuss Jealous Warlock
★"SimFirstName2 must know if this man has a weakness."
★Discuss Jealous Warlock with Your New Love
★"SimFirstName2, my beloved... make me the happiest woman in TownName."
★"It's time I gave SimFirstName1 his ring back."
★Marry SimTitle2
★Marry SimTitle1
★"There's something... intoxicating about this young witch. I wish to know her even more!"
★"There's something... intoxicating about this young warlock. I wish to know him even more!"
★Become Friends with SimTitle1
★"I need to meet the intruder back in the town square and end this!"
★Go to Town Square
★"I love the beach at this time of year..."
★Go to the Beach [Docks]
★"TownName will love this woman as I do! ...did I just say 'love?!'"
★"I should head to the town square with him. Maybe I can pick him up something nice from one of the peddlers."
★Go to Town Square
★"Fantastic! She wishes to return to the throne room with me."
★Return to Throne Room
★"I love the forest this time of year..."
★Go to Forest
★"Town Square, the heart of TownName!"
★Go to Town Square
★"Leave it to me to take 'stock' of this situation. HA!"
★Go to the Judgement Zone
★"I can only hope I haven't put SimFirstName1 into too much danger..."
★Go to Town Square
★"B--before I collapse... Must get back to the castle... SimFirstName1!!"
★Go to Throne Room
★How should SimTitle0 get to know her guest?
★Where should SimTitle0 take SimTitle1?
★How should SimTitle0 deal with SimTitle1?
★Who was the magical being in SimTitle0's dream?
★"We'll go to the forest. Trees are romantic!"
★Beauty
★Auto left - Beauty
★"I must keep my love safe above all else. The intruder dies."
★"I dreamt of a powerful and dashing Warlock"
★"She's so beautiful. I shall charm this witch!"
★"I've never seen someone so handsome. I shall charm this warlock!"
★Take Him to the Forest
★"We'll go to the beach. Sand is romantic!"
★Smyarts
★Auto Right - Smyarts
★"I will grant mercy. He will be exiled."
★"I dreamt of a powerful and beautiful Witch"
★"She's so smart. We should practice military strategy together!"
★"He's so smart! I shall battle his wits with some military strategy!"
★Take Him to the Beach
★Sadly, the once-promising fairy tale ended with a happily never after.
★Who could have guessed that a monarch could find love in the chaos of a developing kingdom? At first some of SimTitle0's subjects were skeptical of the union, but the kingdom of TownName was quickly won over by the love of the Queen and her new spouse.The only downside was SimTitle0's sudden paranoia about dark magic. It seemed that she would take every possible opportunity to recharge her magical ring...
★Primary Hero:"  Unmarried Monarch
★With my new tactics against the man, combined with my immunity to his magic, I should be able to beat him in a fight.
★With my new tactics against the man, combined with my immunity to his magic, I should be able to beat him in a fight.
★The plan is for her to leave the castle first, find the man and distract him with her charms. While she's with him, I sneak up and engage him in battle. With the distraction and my immunity to his magic, I should be able to overtake him.
★The plan is for him to leave the castle first, find the man and distract him with his charms. While he's distracted, I sneak up and engage him in battle. With the distraction and my immunity to his magic, I should be able to overtake him.
★Such a fantastic opponent. I've never been challenged more!
★Now my guest and I can get to know each other a little more.
★While he's here, I should get to know my guest.
★She knows of a weakness in his standard battle tactics. This knowledge gives me an advantage, but still... His magic...
★Knowing the Jealous Warlock's usual tactics and fighting style, he informed me of a weakness in his style. This knowledge alone will greatly increase my chances against him. But still, his magic...
★Last night I had a dream... a being of powerful magics came into TownName and changed it forever. Strong, brave, and attractive in every way imaginable. This dream has to mean something...
★She has commited no crime here. I should invite her back to the throne room where she can be warm and safe.
★He has commited no crime here. I should invite him back to the throne room where he can be warm and safe.
★I have never known such grace and beauty in a woman.
★Such grace and strength in a man, I've never seen.
★Truth is a product of trust. I will have to release the man before I can properly ask what happened.
★Truth is a product of trust. I will have to release the woman before I can properly ask what happened.
★*cough**cough* What black magic is this?! Feeling... weak. Must get back.. to the castle.
★Here is a ring that can protect you from witchcraft when it's properly charged. But to charge it, I... I need a powerful emotional release.
★He gave me a ring that can protect me from the other Witch's magic when it's properly charged. To charge the ring he says it needs a powerful emotional release...
★I have not visited our town square recently. I should stroll through and see how the commoners fare.
★There's an oddly dressed man here, and he's staring daggers directly at my new witch friend! Unacceptable! I will intervene before anything can happen.
★Ah, it would seem she it a bit exhausted from her night in the stocks. I should let this fine woman rest before asking her to come with me again.
★Hmm, maybe I should check on her to make sure she's ok.
★He is gone, and SimFirstName0 and I are free to pursue our lives together! Perhaps I should present her with a ring of her own...
★It's done, he won't be bothering us anymore. Now, I think it's time to give SimFirstName0 the ring back...
★Since I broke SimFirstName2's heart many years ago, he has pursued me across many kingdoms. He is relentless. But I think... with the correct preparation, you could defeat him. But please, I cannot stand to think of you in danger!
★He says that this man has followed him across many kingdoms. He's tried to defeat him, but could never manage a killing blow. He thinks that with the correct preparation I could defeat him.
★She believes she can distract him with her charms while I use surprise to gain the advantage. But still, his magic...
★He thinks that he can use his charms to distract the Jealous Warlock while I use the diversion to gain the advantage. But still, his magic...
★Strange, it looks like there was some kind of altercation here recently. Maybe someone nearby knows what occured.
★"And now that we're here..."
★A woman like this deserves the best! I will take her on a romantic tour of our city.
★Time for a walk around the city. I should take him to some of the more romantic parts of the city.
★Ah, this is a dream.
★Amazing. With all she's been through, this incredible woman has called for mercy. She believes that the man won't return now that I have bested him. Is that the right course...?
★He believes that I should let the man go. He believes that now that he's been beat, he won't come back again. I'm not so sure...
★Yes! If you will have my company, I gratefully accept!
★Fantastic, he's agreed to come back to the castle with me.
★It is time! Hopefully our enemy did not detect our ruse. To town square!!
★This is like a dream! I can't stand that the villagers treated this incredible woman like a monster. I will take her with me to town square and show them the truth!
★I should take him on a stroll through the town square and show him that the citizens aren't the monsters he may think they are.
★Success! He is defeated! Now, what to do with him...?
★I am sorry, SimFirstName0. Your grace is deeply moving, but this man can't be allowed to live. It is for our safety, and TownName's.
★She is delightful! I should think of something fun for us to do together... something to help us get more acquainted.
★What a delightful man. Maybe there is something we can do together to get to know each other better.
★The poor thing is terrified. She can barely keep her hands from trembling! I should send her to the safety of the castle while I deal with this cur.
★He seems terrified. It's all he can do to stay standing. I'm going to send him back to the castle while I deal with this cur.
★Thanks to SimFirstName1, I know how this villain will fight. Now is my chance to beat him!
★This is shocking! A group of villagers had a "witch" dragged off to the stocks! Of course, the townsfolk can be a bit superstitious, and the constable is no better. I will speak with the accused myself and find the truth.
★This is shocking! A group of villagers had a "warlock" dragged off to the stocks! Of course, the townsfolk can be a bit superstitious, and the constable is no better. I will speak with the accused myself and find the truth.
★Amazing, she actually beat me! What an incredible mind!
★Amazing, he beat me. He's sharp as a tack, that one.
★The townsfolk can be a bit superstitious, and the constable is no better. I will speak with the accused myself and find the truth.
★And now that we're here...
★Where is she...? I need her...
★Where is he...? I need him to help me.
★He's here to take my SimFirstName1 away! This jackal is who she was hiding from. He's in for a rude shock if he thinks I'm going to give her up!
★This man! He's what has SimTitle0 hiding in TownName for safety. He's come to take him back to the city they came from. I'm afraid this man is sorely mistaken if he thinks I'm going to give him up.
★I'm sure learning a lot about witchcraft today! I can feel the ring's energies flowing through me now. It is fully charged!I am ready to face our enemy.
★Oh, thank The Watcher, the curse is lifting. I wasn't sure I would make it...Now, to deal with that warlock!
★Oh, thank The Watcher, the curse is lifting. I wasn't sure I would make it...Now, to deal with that warlock!
★Thank the Watcher, the curse is gone. I felt the darkness pressing in on all sides of me there. What can I possibly do against that man?
★Warm sand and rolling waves always set the mood.
★I should take him over to the beach; it's always very romantic at this time.
★My beloved SimFirstName1 is finally safe! Perhaps I should present her with a ring of her own...
★He was too dangerous. Now I think it's time for me to give him the ring back...
★Look at this. Is this the way we treat our prisoners? I mean, it IS, but... I feel the need to intervene this time.
★Ah, this is like a dream.
★I was merely seeking safety within the city walls, but the villagers caught me conjuring a small fire for warmth. They surrounded me, and...
★He claims that he was merely seeking safety within the city walls, but villagers caught him making a fire for warmth with his magic and decided to pick a fight.
★A stroll through the forest would be very romantic. And private.
★A stroll through the forest would be very romantic. I should take him over there.
★Thank you, m'lady. I am grateful.
★There, he seems grateful to be released at least. Now to find out what happened.
★There, he's distracted. Now's my chance to beat him in combat!
★Your grace is inspiring, SimFirstName0. I will indeed spare his life, but he will be exiled from the kingdom forever.
★Even though he claims he won't be a problem anymore, I still need to exile this man.
★"Love is all you need"
★"Love is all you need"
★"Love is all you need"
★"A rousing match of military strategy is an exciting way to get into someone's mind, and it makes such a great date!"
★Practice Military Strategy with SimTitle1
★"I guess you're too small to run away on me if I take these off..."
★I'll need to release her before I can speak with her properly.
★Release the Witch
★"She says she needs a powerful emotional release in order to charge the ring..."
★"He says he needs a powerful emotional release in order to charge the ring..."
★Woohoo with SimTitle2
★"This is it! For SimFirstName2!!"
★Swordfight the Man
★"For SimFirstName2!!"
★Challenge SimTitle3 to a Duel
★"He is too dangerous. This is the right decision for everyone."
★Send SimTitle1 to the Pit
★Kiss the Witch Passionately
★"I simply can't resist such a beautiful woman in my castle."
★I can't resist a handsome man such as this in my castle.
★Woo SimTitle1
★I should scare these peasants off before speaking with the man.
★"I should scare these peasants off before speaking with the man."
★"I'll dismiss the rabble before speaking with the woman."
★Yell at the Harassers
★To charge the ring, she needs a powerful emotional release..
★Woohoo with the Witch
★Yell at the Harassers
★"The time and place are perfect."
★Kiss SimTitle1 Passionately
★FAILSTRING
★Practice Military Strategy with the Witch
★"The plan is to give her enough time to distract the enemy. Then I strike!"
★"The plan is to give him enough time to distract the enemy. Then I strike!"
★Wait for 1 Hour
★I should spend a few hours performing any duties I need to so I can spend some uninterrupted time with my new guest.
★Wait for the Witch to Rest
★No one understood the powers of a Witch. Could it then be true that Witches were simply misunderstood? Perhaps gaining a better understanding of one of these creatures was just a matter of talking to one -- getting to know her better.
★A Witch was a powerful and mysterious being. They were rarely seen but feared all across the world, and with good reason. Witches had been blamed for several horrendous, unexplainable acts.Stories spread, and everyone seemed to know a "friend-of-a-friend" who had seen a Witch, but no one could claim direct contact. How, then, would the people of TownName respond if a Witch were to appear in the middle of their Town Square?
★The Witch Is Back
★Fear to leverage!
★Keep the peace!
★Take Care of It
★A darkness radiates from the blade's edge and chills the air about it.
★Animuslaver
★The head appears to have been slightly embellished, but otherwise your standard shovel.
★A Shovel
★A Symbol of the Watcher
★Taken from Emily's ring finger.
★A Wedding Ring
★Water blessed by The Watcher.
★Holy Water
★A letter to the paladins of Yacothia seeking guidance.
★A Letter of Inquiry
★It is like the real thing, except for the mass slaughter, slow wasting away and eventual dying alone parts.
★"Animuslaver"
★Information regarding the acquisition of Animuslaver.
★A Letter to Bartholomew
★Details of all materials taken in and dispensed by the blacksmith shop.
★Inventory Log
★The portrait held within bears resemblance to SimFirstName0.
★A Golden Locket
★"I hope this fake sword is enough to convince SimTitle1!"
★"Oh, I'll go destroy this 'little fake sword' alright..."
★Inform SimTitle1 of Animus' Fate
★Deliver Sword Breaker
★"That is one fine hammer I've crafted, I must say. Time to get paid!"
★Deliver Sword Breaker
★Speak With
★"When I can, I should speak with SimTitle1 and find out what he wants."
★Speak with SimTitle1
★Speak With
★"It is not often that a bounty hunter calls upon a member of the Jacoban church. What could this be about?"
★Speak with SimTitle1
★Ask about the Sword to Break
★"A sword to break? Is this bounty hunter mad -- is that his problem?"
★Ask about the Sword to be Broken
★Ask to Have a Copy Made
★"I need SimTitle1 to craft a forgery of Animuslaver to placate SimTitle2."
★Ask to Have a Copy of Animuslaver Made
★Absolve
★"Everything is prepared. If the Watcher wills it, it shall be."
★Absolve SimTitle1
★Catch Up With
★"SimTitle1 apparently has things in motion, but she may have need of Sword Breaker."
★Catch up with SimTitle1
★Ask about Sword Breaker
★"SimTitle1? This is starting to feel a little out of the ordinary for a typical service order."
★Ask about Sword Breaker
★Ask about Ring
★"This ring may be the key to whatever it is that SimFirstName1 is hiding from."
★Ask SimFirstName1 about the Ring
★Have Personal Conversation
★"It's time to see for myself who this 'murderer' is."
★Have Personal Conversation with SimTitle2
★Give Shovel
★"SimTitle1 awaits her shovel. Wait, was I getting paid for this job?"
★Deliver the Shovel
★Give Sword
★"Evil power such as this must not be trusted to anyone. Break the cursed sword!!"
★Give Animus to SimTitle1
★Talk With
★If what SimTitle2 says is true about a cursed sword, SimTitle1 might be able to assist.
★Talk with SimTitle1
★Give the Real Animuslaver
★"They will do the right thing, and protect Animus from those who would misuse it."
★Give SimFirstName1 the real Animus
★Get Sword
★"SimFirstName1 is finally ready to relinquish the sword."
★Get the Sword from SimFirstName1
★Ask for a Shovel
★"SimTitle1 should be able to make a shovel for me. Hopefully she will not ask why..."
★Ask for a Shovel
★Inform
★"There. The copy is made."
★Inform SimTitle1
★Calm
★"I'm willing to bet this bounty hunter does not know the full story."
★Calm SimTitle1
★Ask for Animus
★"Jacob's Sword has expressed interest in Animuslaver. Surely, they can keep it from slaughtering another kingdom!"
★Get Animus from SimFirstName1
★Give the Fake Animuslaver
★"The real Animuslaver must be destroyed, not used to fill pews. SimTitle1 will never suspect that SHE'S getting the fake."
★Give SimTitle1 the Fake Animus
★"A murderer hiding in our city? How is it that the Jacoban church can assist?"
★Get More Details
★Ask about the Locket
★"The portrait within the locket bears a remarkable resemblance to SimTitle1. Were he and the owner of the locket related?"
★Ask about the Locket
★Yell at
★"I have no time for this simpleton. Time to put him in his place."
★Yell at SimTitle1
★Share Notes
★"Animuslaver? SimTitle1 is involved with SimTitle3 somehow? Perhaps it is time to share notes."
★Share Notes with SimTitle1
★Talk With
★"I should contact SimTitle1 and find out if there are any new developments."
★Talk with SimTitle1
★Inform of Animus' Fate
★Inquire about Service Order
★"A Sword Breaker?  I've not heard of such a thing, and I'm in the sword business!"
★Inquire about Service Order
★Ask about Faith
★"The fish stories are not getting me any closer to learning about this man."
★Ask SimTitle1 about his Faith
★"SimFirstName0 needs direction that only The Watcher can provide."
★Convert SimTitle0
★"SimFirstName1 has lost his faith. He needs the guidance of The Watcher! As a friend, he might look to me for that guidance."
★Befriend SimTitle1
★"I must know if the Emily buried here is the girl in the locket."
★Go to Emily's Grave
★"I have Animus, but... Is this really the fate The Watcher intended? I feel... lost."
★Seek Guidance from The Watcher
★"I don't care for this one's opinion of the Jacoban faith. We are not a tool to be used at some bounty hunter's whim. Still..."
★Seek Guidance from The Watcher
★"There is bound to be someone in Elendale that knows SimFirstName1. I'll find more information there."
★Travel to Elendale
★Convert SimTitle2
★"SimTitle2 asked me to craft her a shovel. I'd ask why but I do not wish to dig further."
★Craft a Shovel
★"Now a fake evil possessor sword? Odd day. Perhaps Cruddium, with a hint of Mithral, will give it the proper appearance."
★Create the Fake Animus
★"The book says breaking a sword with the "Legendary Sword Breaker" is "almost as good as dropping it into the molten river of lava inside a giant fire-mountain!""
★Craft Sword Breaker
★Events in TownName were being driven by an unseen hand. If SimTitle0 could not secure the evil force known as "Animuslaver," the kingdom and its people would be in terrible danger!
★SimTitle2 sat in her shop thinking about the recent events. Animuslaver was gone from the kingdom; SimTitle1 had been absolved and reunited with Emily and The Watcher; and SimTitle0 even had her bounty.Yes, all was well in TownName once again, until SimFirstName2 suddenly realized she had never been paid for a bit of the work she'd done."HEY!!" she screamed.
★What should SimTitle0 do?
★How should SimTitle1 respond?
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★What will be the fate of Animus?
★placeholder
★"Things aren't that simple. Calm down and I'll explain what I've learned."
★"SimTitle1 is right. This sword must be destroyed."
★"Umm, yeah... HERE'S your sword, SimFirstName1. *wink wink*"
★placeholder
★"I am the head of the Jacoban Order in TownName and you are just a visitor here. I should have YOU sent to the stocks!"
★"Jacob's Sword has requested this blade. By The Watcher, they shall have it."
★"I know that I can trust the Jacoban Order with the real Animus."
★"I guess I'll learn how to craft a Sword Breaker..."
★Read String0
★It was then that a pigeon arrived with a response from Jacob's Sword. It said:"We were aware of SimTitle1, but not his arrival in your kingdom nor his possession of the sword you describe. The sword is of great interest to us.Learn what you can of this weapon, and we shall speak again soon. Jacob guide you and Watcher be with you,-Bartholomew, Sword of Jacob"
★Return correspondence from Jacob's Sword.
★Ah, SimTitle0, perfect! If that Jacoban can do what I have requested, then I shall need your services indeed.
★So the murderer is really dead? Boy, that makes MY job easier! Ha!And you have the sword? Incredible! Now quickly, you must destroy Animus, before it claims anyone else. Oh, and, uh... You happen to know where SimFirstName0's body wound up? I have a bounty to collect, you know...
★Faith!? Don't you speak to me of faith! There is nothing to death but dirt and worms... no one to stand by you when it's your time.
★A shovel, eh? As quickly as possible? What do you want with... Never mind, I don't need to know. I'll have it up shortly, SimTitle0.
★Sword Breaker, the basics:Craft one Handle and one Head.  Forge them together to form Sword Breaker.Proceed with caution.  Author takes no responsibility for dented or cracked anvils that come as a result of the forging of any recipe found within this book.
★His demeanor is uncouth, but it appears his motives are at least pure.Thank you SimFirstName0 for coming to me.  I have more to learn before I know the proper course of action.
★SimTitle1 reached to the hilt at his side. His instinct was to pull the blade from its sheath and hand it pommel first, but that would have given Animus a new victim.He instead unstrapped the sheath from his waist and handed it to SimTitle0, saying "Thank you." The moment the exchange occurred, SimFirstName1 smiled and softly fell dead to the ground.
★The response from Bartholomew came quickly:"SimTitle0,We have researched the sword known as Animus. It will prove a great boon to our recruiting efforts, as fear is a powerful tool. A courier has been dispatched, and shall meet you in the village to claim the sword. Jacob guide you. -Bartholomew, Sword of Jacob"
★Alright, alright. I shall leave you to your work. I only hope you know what you are doing...
★Ah yes, there was an Emily, but she lies within the cemetery. She arrived in TownName only last winter and passed about a month ago...Is she the girl in the locket? Seems a long shot... I'll need a shovel.
★Keep the fake, SimFirstName0, and destroy it! Just make sure SimTitle1 knows it is to be destroyed.However, I will take the real Animuslaver now.
★Thank you for coming to see me, SimTitle0.  I am SimTitle1, in pursuit of a dangerous murderer within TownName, and I seek your aid.
★That should do it. If The Watcher sees SimTitle0 as worthy, then he shall receive absolution.
★Okay, I am ready.
★Tears exploded from the fisherman as his breath became great, choking sobs. "I thought she was safe!" he wailed. "She's my wife. I told her to escape before..." The man dropped to his hands and knees, shuddering, and in a low tone began a tale that SimTitle1 was not prepared for. It was by the fisherman's own hand that his homeland was destroyed. Women, children, soldiers, friends -- all slain by him, their king. By Animus. "Since then," the frail figure continued, "I have barely managed to curb the sword's lust for slaughter... but at the cost of my own life. It eats away at me, punishes me."
★I... I cannot do that SimFirstName0.I need to know that I am absolved of the evil I have done before I can hand over the sword.
★SimTitle0 did not delay to explain why she sought SimFirstName1.  She told her of the bounty hunter and his search for the murderer, SimFirstName2.But most importantly to SimTitle1, she told of the blade and how the bounty hunter feared it."Why?  He says it is cursed.  But he offered nothing else about it," puzzled SimFirstName0.Finally she asked, "Can you speak with the bounty hunter and find out more about the sword?"
★Wonderful! Now go take your little fake sword to SimTitle1 and destroy it.
★Meanwhile, SimTitle0 stared at a calendar in surprise. Was it nearing the end of the month already? The blacksmith would need to send off the month's inventory status to the guild bureaucrats."And since I'm going out," she thought, "I can check for any new orders that might have come in."
★The Watcher's blessing appeared to lift a fog from the fisherman's eyes, like he was waking from a dream. For a while he became a different man, sharing stories of his homeland, Elendale, which he clearly cherished.And then, without explanation, he stopped sharing. The joy faded and he bowed his head, saying only, "But that was long ago.
★"Excellent work SimFirstName0! Take the fake to SimTitle1 and destroy it!"
★Excellent work, but I cannot take it. YOU are to destroy Animuslaver.I'm sure SimTitle2 must have him under her ritualistic influences by now! The sword is nearly in our grasp!
★I have heard that you are befriending SimTitle0. Are you still aiding me or not? Your job was to distract him with a lot of holy theatrics, not to become best mates with the old fool!Should I call the guard and have you arrested?!
★A pigeon dropped a note into SimTitle0's hand. The bounty hunter wanted to speak to her, but she was too busy to worry about that immediately.
★Aha! There was a new order in the box. "Attention SimTitle1, request for service - Quantity 1 Sword Breaker, Instructions to be provided on acceptance of job. Payment will be made upon delivery. - SimTitle0, Town Square." Hmm...
★Emily... Wh-why have you brought this to me?! The past is the past! A fisherman is all that I am now! Only that!!
★SimTitle0 is too eager to dismiss the guidance of The Watcher.Talking with this alleged murderer might prove insightful.
★I shall inform Bartholomew of the Sword that I have Animuslaver for him. However, I do need to ask SimTitle0 for one last favor.
★He carries a dark sword that keeps even death at bay! This cursed blade prevents me from taking the killer directly -- this is why I need your help!You will convince him to join the Jacoban flock, distract him with all your preaching and rituals, and then I shall strike.
★Wow, that guy died? But you have the sword, which is wonderful news!Give the sword to me and I shall destroy it.
★And now to deliver the shovel to SimTitle0.
★SimTitle1, your Jacoban shepherdess, has her own plan. I am merely waiting on the outcome.
★SimTitle0 carefully unfolded the parchment and read its message quietly to herself."Your Most Worthy SimTitle0,I seek an audience with you at your earliest convenience to discuss a matter of great importance for us both. I shall await your arrival within the town square of TownName.-SimTitle1"
★It is done. Sword Breaker.
★SimTitle1 handed the shovel over and stood quietly as SimTitle0 examined it. After a long pause, the blacksmith finally gave in. "Oh, alright. Why a shovel?""I intend to dig up a grave," SimFirstName0 responded.The blacksmith nodded. "Ah. Okay, then. Well... good luck with that."
★It turned out that SimTitle0 was happy to talk... about fishing. And while he gladly expounded upon the virtues of the grouper, he offered little else.SimTitle1 was struck by the frailty of the man. The old-timer coughed, wheezed, and at times appeared to have difficulty standing. It was hard to believe that SimTitle2 needed help with him.What was the bounty hunter so afraid of...?
★This will tell you how to craft the Sword Breaker. When you're done, I will be here waiting.  We have much work to do, you and I. We've got that sword to break!
★The sword is within my possession, but I am unsure what my next step should be.
★Now to draw forth some of the consecrated water.
★Watcher, please train your gaze upon this humble pigeon. I await its return.
★Jacob's Sword will take good care of Animuslaver. In the meantime, we can satisfy the bounty hunter with the fake blade that you craft.
★Haven't known anyone as friend in a while, SimFirstName0. I try to forget a lot of things--think only on the fishing.You have reopened my eyes, though; given me much to think upon.
★"I see an opportunity!"
★"It's a job."
★"It occurs to me that a blade which gives a bounty hunter pause could be fearful enough to help fill a few pews. Jacob's Sword will know what to do."
★Write Letter to Paladins of Yacothia
★"This should earn me quite a bit of favor with the Sword!"
★Send Letter to Bartholomew
★"Time to put on a little show and rid myself of the fake Animus."
★Destroy the Fake at the Forge
★"I must let Jacob's Sword know that I have Animuslaver."
★Write Letter to Bartholomew, Sword of Jacob
★"Jacob guide this letter to its recipients in Jacob's Sword."
★Send Inquiry
★"The Watcher has touched the water within the well! Now I may draw it forth!"
★Retrieve Holy Water
★"The courier should have arrived at the village by now. Time to deliver Animus!"
★Meet with the Jacoban Courier
★"SimFirstName1 was not himself -- almost violent.  And who is Emily? I need to reflect upon these events."
★"The Guild of Smiths desires to know the in and out status for every last bit of scrap metal that goes through my shop. Why, I do not know."
★Send Status
★"Time to rid the world of this cursed blade!"
★Destroy Animuslaver at the Forge
★"I cannot deny a man absolution. I'll need consecrated well water..."
★Consecrate the Well Water
★"Of course there's still a murder accusation to discuss. A blessing from the Watcher may open the conversation."
★Give SimTitle1 The Watchers Blessing
★Absolve SimTitle1
★"A response shall come shortly, until then I can only wait."
★Await Response
★Primary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest-------------------------------------Supporting Hero:"  Blacksmith
★"What? Why?! Did he know he was going to die?!"
★SimFirstName0 is Dying
★Then again, the Jacoban way was to lead with fear before offering salvation. Perhaps this was a time for fear to rise and the Jacoban order to take control of TownName's citizens!
★A worn leather-bound book; the pages are mostly stained by salt and sea.
★The Fisherman's Journal
★The note is encoded and sealed with the guild council's mark.
★A Secret Note
★1 Belladonna2 Sagewort1 Blood PearStir, shake and spin until all is broken down to liquid form.  Let it cook, set, and then you are done!
★Recipe for Reason Mist
★An apple
★An apple
★A letter of inquiry written in the ancient hand.
★Encoded Letter of Inquiry
★An official letter of introduction to the kingdom of Kullervo.
★A Letter of Introduction
★A worn leather-bound book; the pages are mostly stained by salt and sea.
★The Fisherman's Journal
★Report
★Report to the Queen
★Explain the Situation
★"SimTitle1 was clearly under the spell of Animus. Thankfully, the potion seems to have worked!"
★Explain the Situation to SimTitle1
★Give Report
★"The cursed blade's influence has been removed. It is time to inform the queen of all that has transpired and determine Animus' Fate."
★Give Report
★Discuss Investigation
★"Better keep all options open, just in case SimFirstName1 and the council could prove useful. It can't hurt."
★Discuss Investigation with SimFirstName1
★Ask about Missing Marquis
★"I'll bet I could still find that old man near the docks."
★Ask about the Missing Marquis
★Inform of the Council Messenger's Arrival
★"SimTitle2 had some interesting information to provide. Information that would best be shared with SimTitle1!"
★Inform SimTitle1 of the Messenger
★Confront about Animuslaver
★"The journal, the fable, and the disappearances in Kullervo -- three clues, all pointing to the fisherman. It's time to get answers!"
★Confront the Fisherman
★Report what was Learned
★"SimFirstName1 might be interested to learn of the missing marquis and SimTitle2s involvement."
★Report back to SimFirstName1
★Arrest
★Request Assistance
★"Perhaps SimTitle1 can learn something that the direct approach failed to yield."
★Request Assistance
★Give the Journal
★"I'll tell SimTitle1 what I've learned."
★Give the Journal to SimTitle1
★Inform
★I need to inform SimTitle1 of my departure and request she remain watchful of the harbor.
★Inform SimTitle1
★Report
★The recent events are still cloudy but the queen must be updated at once!
★Report to the queen
★Meet With
★"SimFirstName1's note said she'd be at the forest clearing after noon."
★Meet with SimFirstName1
★Threaten for Information
★"SimTitle1 probably has some useful information she would be willing to reveal, if pushed."
★Request Permission to Travel to Kullervo
★"The investigation continues in Kullervo. I need to request permission to leave my post and journey abroad."
★Request Leave from the Queen
★Give Animuslaver
★"SimTitle1 said the council will take care of destroying Animuslaver."
★Give Animuslaver to SimTitle1
★Present Thyself
★"I'd better see what this is about."
★Present Thyself to the Queen
★Demand the Sword
★"The pleasantries are over. It is time to end this business."
★Demand the Sword
★Warn
★"I must warn SimTitle1 before she discovers Animus!"
★Warn SimTitle1
★"The sword will prevent SimTitle1 from listening to reason. There is only one option: schmoozing."
★Make Friends with SimTitle1
★"The Queen has requested I begin my investigation aboard the ship."
★Go to the Docks
★It was time for a much needed rest.
★Go Home
★"The pigeon must have returned by now. I should head home and see if I have a message."
★Go to the Barracks
★Everything is ready for my departure.
★Go to the Docks
★"There is no better place to spend time with your thoughts than a tactical map."
★Contemplate the Current Situation
★"The ship's cargo hold seems the best place to start. The captain might also have information that could prove beneficial."
★Search the Ship
★"I need to get on that ship and eavesdrop on the nephew. Can't forget my disguise!"
★Eavesdrop on the Nephew
★"Animus, show me what you can do!"
★Equip the Animus sword and test on a Training Dummy
★"What's the old saying? 'Hold thy kingdom by the hilt and its visitors by thy blade.' I should meet the captain's nephew."
★Question the Nephew
★"I'm not sure what information I'll find in Kullervo, but the trail seems to head in that direction."
★Travel to Kullervo
★"A hunt in the forest with Animus by my side... nothing sounds better."
★Hunt with Animus
★Question the Captain's Nephew aboard the Ship
★Acquire the Ingredients
★"A sprig of Belladonna, three seeds, and a bolt of cloth should do the trick. I can brew my disguise in the pot of a fireplace."
★Dye a Disguise
★"A blood pear is made from 2 fattened leeches and a sugar pear. The village shoppe should have those!"
★"I'm not quite sure of the title, but I'm sure it was a book of fables..."
★Buy the Book of Fables
★"There, that's all of the ingredients."
★Create the Reason Mist Draught
★Gather 2 Sagewort
★"The recipe calls for a Blood Pear, 2 Sagewort, and some Belladonna."
★Gather 1 Belladonna
★How should SimTitle0 proceed?
★What should SimTitle0 do?
★Events in TownName were being driven by an unseen hand. If SimTitle0 could not solve the mystery of the evil force known as "Animuslaver," the kingdom and its people would be in great danger.
★Animus was gone. SimTitle0 and SimTitle1 returned to their duties and the folk of TownName were spared the torment Animuslaver promised to bring them. Strangely, the people of Advorton had forgotten all about the missing marquis after their annual order of chinchilla scarves from Crafthole was mixed up with a delivery of chinchilla vests. This was, for them, unacceptable, as Vest Season had come and gone.
★Interrogate the Fisherman
★"SimTitle2 knows of all the comings and goings of TownName. I can get information out of her."
★"Animuslaver falls under the jurisdiction of the court. It is for the Queen to decide."
★Interrogate the captains nephew.
★"My first loyalty is to the crown! I should inform SimTitle1 and seek her guidance."
★"SimTitle1 has earned my trust. If she believes the sword can be dismantled, I shall honor that trust."
★"Scanning the fables may help refresh my memory about Animuslaver."
★Read String0
★Kullervos guardsmen were happy to assist SimTitle0.SimTitle1 and the nephew had indeed both boarded at Kullervo.  The nephew was known to the harbors' residents, having grown up in Kullervo, but the fisherman was new to their shores.  He had only been there a week and kept mostly to himself, while he fished the days away.Kullervo too experienced disappearances.  The guardsman had chalked it up to bandits, but the rumors were there was a great evil stalking them.  By what, they didn't know, only that it was now gone and things were peaceful once again.
★I recall now, Animuslaver was the subject of a child's fable.  A tale meant to scare the weak and harden the heart of the strong.I'm sure I can find a copy at the village!
★There was only one fable SimTitle0 could find that told of the story of Animuslaver."...Eric, Prnce of Melni, brought forth the blade called Animuslaver from its' sheath and held it before him.  Animus, the blade of souls.  Animus, master of Eric..."The tale told of the demise of the once great Prince Eric of Melni, who found the blade Animuslaver and allowed it to consume him, his wife and child and the whole of their kingdom before he was finally fell.
★SimFirstName0 has had some time now. There might be a drop.
★SimTitle0 threw herself onto the fisherman, grabbing beneath the folds of his shirt. She caught hold of the hilt of a sword and pulled back with all her might.The sword seemed to emerge from some impossibly concealed location, almost as if it withdrew from within the fisherman's chest. As the knight held up the blade, the fisherman sagged to the ground. The energy appeared to drain from him and he whispered, "...free." Focused on the sword she now grasped, SimTitle0 did not hear the old man's final word.
★Listen, SimFirstName0, an artifact of great power has found its way to the shores of TownName. The council has been unable to learn anything of this artifact, only that all scry attempts come up clouded by darkness.They wish to employ your unique "skill set" in finding it.
★Thank you, SimTitle0. I'm sure the guild council knows what they are doing. Animus will cause no further harm.
★SimTitle0 needs my help 'gathering' information from some of her suspects. The direct approach failed, so it's time for a more subtle approach.I'll need a disguise... time to dye.
★SimTitle2 couldn't determine if SimTitle1 was tense or elated.  Her emotional state was quite eratic.  And when she was asked to report to the Queen that all was resolved; the missing boy was dead, as was the culprit, rather than SimTitle1, she couldn't help but feel uneasy.It was after all a knights duty to report affairs that affected the kingdom directly to the Queen.  Not hers.SimTitle2 suddenly recalled the inquiry he had sent to his informants!  Perhaps there is something from them that will shed light upon the strange request from SimTitle1.
★No sign of anything untoward, but apparently there are two new visitors to TownName that might have some information: the captain's nephew, who is staying aboard, and a frail old man.
★SimTitle1 did not hesitate, when asked to keep an eye on things.  It was afterall her job to assist SimTitle0 in all matters pertaining to the kingdom.SimTitle0 suspected all would be well, there were afterall no further incidents since the marquis' disappearance.  But, she wanted an eye kept on things none-the-less.
★Again I feel the surge of power. My mind is clear, my thoughts uncluttered.
★SimTitle3 listened to the tale of Animus, apparently was convinced this would resolve the trouble abroad.Days had passed into weeks and still no word of Animus reached back to SimTitle0.She started to wonder if something terrible had happened, or worse, had she been lied to by the council?  SimTitle0 focused upon the her duties to the court to erase such thoughts.Every so often SimTitle1 would inquire about Animus, sometimes SimFirstName0 could not help but think she still longed for the blade.  Afterall, the potion can not last forever.Finally, a letter arrived..."SimFirstName0,All is well.  Animus fought its' destruction to the last.  But eventually the demon succumbed to the councils magic.Thank you for all your help in this matter.  Perhaps we shall meet again some day.-SimFirstName2oh, and here is a little something for your trouble."
★SimTitle0 demanded answers from SimTitle1. "Tell me of Animuslaver? Do you have the blade?!"SimFirstName1 was caught by surprise, but would not submit to wild accusations. He smiled at SimFirstName0, "What of it, lass? If 'twere mine, then what hold have ye?"The raspy wheezing as he spoke did not diminish the disdain in his voice, but beneath the fisherman's clothing SimFirstName0 thought she saw the glint of steel.
★The pigeon must have returned by now. I should head home and see if I have a message.
★Why does the power not return? Animus would not abandon me -- what have I done wrong?!
★The message read:"Animuslaver and the artifact are indeed the same. Animus is an ancient demon, Animu Slah'ver, whose soul was captured within the blade. Animu is vengeful and exists with but one purpose: to consume and destroy.Should you come across the sword, do not, under any circumstances, unsheathe it. You must return it to the council for study and dismantling immediately. As a precaution I'm including a recipe for Reason Mist, a potion that should break free any who have fallen under the Animu's influence.Good luck."-SimFirstName1
★The final ingredient dissolved into the liquid with a curl of smoke. SimTitle0 held the mixture up to the light, examining it for impurities, and found none.The result was a perfectly crafted draught of Reason Mist. Ingesting it would break anyone from the influence of Animus.Now SimTitle0 just had to convince the afflicted knight to drink it...
★I remember having blood pear soup as a child... was this mom's secret recipe?!
★The sword... a need wells within me.  A desire I am unable to deny... to hunt.
★A note from SimFirstName1 of the guild council? She wants to meet me in the forest after the noon hour. Now what would the council want with me...?
★SimTitle1 tried to explain what she knew, but it was apparent that SimTitle0 was having a difficult time believing her.SimTitle1 continued regardless and she could tell SimTitle0s memory was starting to clear.."Oh no!  I... I let that woman die.  I have to report to the queen at once!"...but SimTitle1 couldn't let her leave without first getting the sword!
★The journal appeared to be a how-to for the solitary, slightly insane, traveling fisherman. One particular passage stood out, showing sudden reverence for something called the Animuslaver:"...I think upon thee, Animuslaver, as the day rises and the sun sets and the waves recede into ocean's grasp. Animus. Shall I seek thee again?"SimTitle0 tapped her chin thoughtfully. "I know that name, but from where...? Maybe SimFirstName2 would know more of this."
★A missing Marquis and SimTitle0 is investigating? There could be a connection.Wait for SimTitle0 to request your help. Our investigations may overlap and we might be able to help one another.
★SimTitle1 stared into the blades edge once again.  Her thoughts filled with visions of domination, conquest and destruction.One image above all others stood out among her thoughts...... she stood at the cliffs edge, holding Animus aloft.  The dead writhed below her.  She alone held life at her fingertips...SimTitle1 could not decide if this was a vision of torment or glory.  A sudden hatred filled her mind and fought against her sense of duty.She held an answer, but the question eluded her.  SimFirstName1 believed that Anims must know the question.  Only Animus.
★Oi! No need to pull yar blade, I'll tell ye what I know.Some foreigner Marquis went and got he'self disappeared. Prob'ly went wandering off down ta beach and got he'self lost among ta bluffs. Find ta crabs on 'im in a couple, I wager.SimTitle1 was down 'ere talking with folks, something about that Marquis also. You and she investigatin', is ye?
★The edict is being held in deliberations thanks to a 'friend' we have in their court, but our time is running out.Take your journey, SimTitle0, and return with answers!
★Studying the weapon, SimTitle0 said, "So, this is it. I recall the stories from childhood, but never believed the blade to be true."She pulled the blade slightly from its sheath only for an instant before SimTitle2 reached out and firmly pushed the blade back into place."My apologies, m'lady. The sword's influence acts quickly and will not care that you are Queen.""Of course," the Monarch agreed. "SimTitle2, banish this blade to the ocean's depths, where it may be forever lost in blackness."
★The ship arrived at the Chargers Funnel.  SimTitle0 took Animus by the hilt one last time, being careful to not let it slip from its' sheath.  And with a heave, launched the blade into the air towards the edge of the whirpool.As the blade flew forward, the force with which SimTitle0 threw it, caused it to seperate from the sheath.  In that moment SimTitle0 felt a final pain, as if she had thrown herself overboard into the cold waters.SimTitle0 was awoken from her thoughts by the sudden impact of the ships deck to her backside.  The captain stared down at her."I wouldna be thinkin' of swimmin' at o time like this one m'lady.  Ya hafta be careful if ye wish to be climbin' up top of the sides in these waters.  Ya neva know when a ripple be waitn' to take ye overboard."SimTitle0 had not realized she had climibed atop the ships rail, inches from falling into the waters below.  She closed her eyes and ordered the ship to return to port."Animus, I hope and yet I do not, that we shall never meet again."
★It's bad, SimTitle0. A visiting Marquis has gone missing after visiting the docks to check on his holdings. News has already spread to his homeland, where they've proposed an edict to impose a trade embargo upon us! Go search the ship for information. Return to me when you have answers!
★If there was one thing the Queen never got tired of, it was summoning people to her court. The summons for SimTitle1 had arrived by pigeon just minutes earlier. The knight turned the message over and over in her hands...
★SimTitle0 appeared to recognize the name Animuslaver.  This intrigued SimTitle1, perhaps there was further insight to be gained from the information.SimTitle1 had a network of informants that could be contacted.  While SimTitle0 was busy searching her memory, she could send a letter to her network and see what she could dig up.
★There was another encoded message in the post, apparently shrouded in the darkness of the drop box.  It continued:"... and one apple.  Please do not eat it.  You will need this if you have to make the Reason Mist potion..-SimFirstName0"
★Yep, those are blood pears. Just like mom used to make. ...yikes.
★A journal! This should be of interest to SimTitle0.
★The pigeon is on its way. It shouldn't take long to get a response.
★A missing Marquis? I knew a Marquis once... or maybe it was a marlin. You ever been fishing on the open waters? Big beasts, marlin, horrible difficult to pull in. Once ya get 'em though, they slice up real nice, make a fine bait. Catch yourself a good grouper or tuna.I do enjoy a good tuna, chop it up, add in a few eggs, beat it all, spread it on a slice of two day bread, makes a fine meal.
★That did not go well. She must already be under the sword's influence.I'd better get that potion brewing...
★SimTitle1 arrived at the docks, ready to begin her investigation.Meanwhile, SimTitle0 was interrupted from her thoughts by the low honk of a cormorant. To the unskilled ear it was just the call of a common seabird, but to the spy it was information. It meant there was a drop for her at the messenger box.
★Nothing but prayers to The Watcher and some muffled sobbing came from the boy's room. That's disturbing.
★The nephew was holed up in the first mates cabin.  The door was slightly ajar as SimTitle0 approached.  She could see the boy within huddled atop the bed, staring at the floor.SimTitle0 pushed aside the door and stepped inside, startling the boy.  She didn't pause before she began her questioning.  The boy remained atop the bed and spoke almost nothing in response to the questions.SimTitle0 pressed her questioning and forced the boy to confess he had seen nothing while in TownName, but in his homeland of Kullervo, he had witnessed what he described as a demonic figure that... "It ate that beggar m'am.  When my uncle sailed back, I jumped right aboard... I... Mahm, I don't wanna ever leave!  Don't send me back!"The boy turned to face the back wall, cradled his legs to his chest and sat motionless  SimTitle0 left with no further questions, shutting the door.
★If this artifact has anything to do with the Marquis' disappearance, I want you helping SimTitle0!Go back to your messenger and see what else you can learn!
★What... happened?
★The fate of Animuslaver must fall to the Queen to decide, but I thank you, SimFirstName1, for everything.
★The sword pulses with energy! I see empires burning, armies advancing! A lone figure holding forth Animus calls to all to follow her to victory, to glory, to life eternal!How could the fisherman become so frail when he held at his fingertips such incredible power!?
★It says:"SimTitle0, the township of Kullervo welcomes you. The captain of the guard shall meet you upon your arrival. A safe journey to you.-Magistrate Embezendor"
★"For truth and justice!"
★"For favor."
★"A sword of this magnitude should really be admired again."
★"Animus, how shall I prove myself to you? What must I do?"
★Seek Comfort from Animus
★Using a placeholder interaction - need to replace with Send Letter (no Sim select send letter option)
★"Hopefully there is a drop waiting for me at the messenger post."
★Check for Drop
★"Time to send Animus on the way to destruction. It will surely be handled with care on the journey."
★Make Secret Drop
★Siphon Soul
★"Plenty of time for the leeches and sugar pear to caramelize."
★Retrieve the Blood Pear
★The recipe calls for an apple, 2 sagewort and some belladonna.I should have read the recipe earlier.  I'm sure there was an apple in that messanger box.
★Check Drop for Apple
★"Now to drop it off at the ol' messenger post. Will there ever be a more convenient method of communication?"
★Hide Message for SimFirstName1
★"I have to drop the pear and two leeches into the town's well and let them soak for a minute or two."
★Soak the Ingredients
★"Standard protocol when approaching a messenger post for a secret drop: look left, look right and then look left again. If all is clear, retrieve the drop from the box."
★Check for a Secret Drop
★"Now to send the letter. Those pigeons are truly amazing birds!"
★Send Letter of Introduction
★"I should inform the Knight Captain of Kullervo of my impending visit to their homeland."
★Write a Letter of Introduction
★"A letter via the drop system should find its way to SimFirstName2. Hopefully she will discover something useful with this new information."
★Write Letter to SimFirstName2
★"The blade beckons to me--to pull it from its sheath and admire it!"
★Admire Animuslaver
★"Guild council bylaw amendment 0.1:  Destroy all correspondence. And I know just the place."
★Destroy the Note in the Well
★"I will sail to the Charger's Funnel, a massive whirlpool that sits atop the ocean's graveyard. There I will commit Animuslaver to its last home."
★Destroy Animuslaver
★Deposit the Cursed Sword at a Messenger Post for destruction
★Contemplate the Situation
★"Let's see what I can find in the fisherman's pockets. Hopefully information, a few coins, and no fishhooks! Gotta remember my disguise!"
★Pick the Fisherman's Pocket
★"This blade is amazing! It is time to put it to a real test, against the crown's finest!"
★Spar with SimTitle1
★"Hopefully SimTitle1 will not suspect anything now that we are friends."
★Give Potion to SimTitle1
★Chat with the Fisherman
★Send Letter of Introduction
★Eavesdrop on the Fisherman
★"I await my pigeon's return. It will not take more than an hour."
★Wait for a Response
★You are here.
★"I have surely earned my reward!"
★A Deserved Reward Awaits
★"By my decree!"
★Primary Hero:"  Knight-------------------------------------Supporting Hero:"  Spy
★In order to make a proper disguise, I'll need some cloth, a couple nightshade and some belladonna.  I think I saw the herbs outside of the throne room last time I passed by there.
★"TownName needs this sword more than you, old man."
★SimTitle0 is dying.
★Someone had to find the truth. Was there any real threat to the people or could the chaos be tracked to a single source...?
★Whispers were circulating of an evil that had descended upon the kingdom. The rumors had everyone jumping at shadows, and levels of distrust were high among the populace.If something was not done soon to alleviate the people's fears, neighbors would begin accusing neighbors of random evil acts. They would be swallowed by their own paranoia.
★Animuslaver!
★This potion has been set aside for tournament use.
★Tournament Drunk-Me-Not
★Ask For Help
★"This SimTitle3 is supposed to be good at Kingball, I guess. Maybe SimTitle2 can help prepare me for my match."
★Ask SimTitle2 For Help
★"This SimTitle2 is quite the drinker. I'll need SimFirstName1's help again with this challenge."
★Give Potion
★"This should give SimTitle1 the edge she needs."
★Give Potion to SimTitle1
★Inject Frog Adrenaline
★"It's a wonder more people don't appreciate the effects of a needleful of amphibian humors."
★Inject SimTitle1 With Frog Adrenaline
★Give Blood Tonic
★"Now my blood tonic is ready for testing... I mean, ready for SimTitle1 to use. I'm sure it's safe!"
★Give Tonic to SimTitle1
★Give Tonic
★"This should give SimTitle1 the edge she needs."
★Give Potion to SimTitle1
★"Now it's time to head to the training yard for the final challenge."
★Go to Training Yard
★"Time for the final challenge."
★Go to Training Yard
★"Well, from the cheering it sounds like the first challenge is complete. SimTitle0 will probably need my help at the next challenge."
★Go to Tavern
★Research For String0
★It doesn't look very pleasant, but it should help.
★"I'll need some frogs for this recipe, and where there are leeches, there are frogs!"
★Craft 1 Frog Adrenaline
★"SimTitle2 could probably use a little boost for this last challenge..."
★Make Blood Tonic for SimTitle2
★Failure happened.
★The Tournament of Honor was over, and SimTitle0 was the victor. She had received a little assistance from her ally, SimTitle1, but that was to be expected.  Advorton needed to join forces with TownName -- the tournament had largely been a formality to help that realm ease its transition.SimTitle2 accepted .her defeat graciously, and pledged loyalty to the kingdom of TownName on Advorton's behalf. No one in TownName doubted that SimTitle0 was the greater champion. It had been a good day for the kingdom.
★Location:"  Kingball Court"  Tavern"  Training Yard-------------------------------------Primary Hero:"  Knight"  Monarch-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Physician (Lv 5+)"  Wizard
★Time to see this spell in action!
★"Nothing says friendly competition like a little sportsmanlike magic."
★Memorize Endurance
★Memorize Alacrity
★Hmmm... I have heard that knight can put down some drinks! I might need some help with this challenge...
★This is a fantastic opportunity for the kingdom, SimTitle0. Advorton is politically weak right now, which means that... well, nevermind. We just have to defeat their champion in two of three knightly events and they'll swear allegiance to our kingdom!Present your challenge to SimTitle1 when you're ready, SimTitle0.
★Word quickly spread through the kingdom that a legendary knight had arrived to meet with the emissary from Advorton. SimTitle0 sent word to SimTitle1 that she needed to speak with her immediately.
★Phew, that was a challenging match! Good thing I had the help of SimTitle1! Now I only need to win one of the next two challenges. Time to head down to the tavern.
★Phew, that was a challenging match! Good thing I had the help of SimTitle1! Now I only need to win one of the next two challenges. But how am I going to will a drinking competition against SimTitle0? Looks like I'll need SimFirstName1's help again...
★Perfect! The drinking contest has begun! But now I have a little insurance up my sleeve... I shouldn't drink from any pitchers, though. Who knows what might be in them.
★Thanks, SimFirstName0! I'll have to remember to drink this before getting completely sloshed. Tavern time!
★Hmmm... this Alacrity spell looks interesting. Aha! Yes, this Endurance spell should do the trick. Time to prepare it for SimTitle0.
★Hmmm... sounds like you need to counteract the effects of alcohol. I think I might be able to whip something up...
★All the time I've spent perfecting the mystical arts, and here I am, helping a woman win a drinking competition.
★No! SimTitle0 beat me! I have to win the next challenge!
★Kingball, you say? Hmm... yes, I think I can get something that would help you...
★"Kingball? Not sure what I can do about that, but I might be able to assist with the drinking competition..."
★Thanks! This sounds like just the thing to help!
★Thanks! This sounds like just the thing to help! I'll drink this right before the fight.
★Ow! Yikes! Hmm... I guess I do feel stronger, faster... I should get down to the Kingball court before this wears off!
★Woah, that's... alright. I do feel tougher. That should give me an advantage at kingball!
★Let's have some drinks, SimFirstName0!
★All the time I've spent studying to cure diseases, and here I am, helping a woman win a drinking competition.
★Ooof, that SimTitle0 can really play Kingball. Well, I guess I better win the next two challenges if I want to win this tournament... Oh well, time to head down to the tavern.
★This should do it! A preparation of frog adrenaline should help SimTitle0 with her Kingball skills.
★"Looks like SimTitle1 might need a little help with the final challenge..."
★Seems like SimTitle1 will need my help with the final challenge... That Alacrity spell I ran across earlier should help.
★Seems like SimTitle1 will need my help with the final challenge... A special tonic to increase the potency of her blood humors should help.
★I don't think this tonic will be dangerous... not immediately, anyway.
★Alright, little girl, I accept your challenge. Let's see how you fare at a real sport: Kingball!
★"My science is so good!"
★"My arcane arts will give our champion the advantage."
★"Yeah, I'll save the day for you. Again."
★test
★"Looks like it's time to drink! I should remember to use my potion when I need it."Drinks Had: 1000/5
★Have 5 Drinks From the Cask Within 3 Hours
★"Kingball is a game of reflexes and endurance. Perhaps I can research a tonic to improve SimTitle1's abilities."
★Research at the Archives
★"I'll need human blood for my elixir. Fortunately, there are plenty of citizens around..."
★"I'll need to make a tonic from human blood. Fortunately there are plenty of citizens around..."People Drained: 1
★"I'll need to make a tonic from human blood. Fortunately there are plenty of citizens around..."People Drained: 0
★Drain Someone With One Leech
★Drain Someone With One Leech
★Drain Two People With One Leech
★"Alaghast the Sorcerer once enchanted a canoe paddle. I wonder if a similar enchantment would work on a Kingball paddle... To the archives!"
★Research at the Archives
★"Now to see if how this spell really works in a Kingball game..."
★Cast Endurance On SimTitle1
★"She just needs a little extra boost, that's all."
★Cast Alacrity on SimTitle1
★"This Drunk-Me-Not recipe should do the trick for SimTitle2."
★Craft Drunk-Me-Not Potion
★"This Drunk-Me-Not recipe should do the trick for SimTitle2."
★Craft Drunk-Me-Not Potion
★It was a fair request from a noble people. Surely TownName could put forward a champion to win this challenge... with a little assistance from allies.
★Bolster TownName's Champion
★Sabotage Advorton's Champion
★Discuss Summons
★Swap Paddles
★"SimTitle1 will never see this coming."
★Swap Paddles With SimTitle1
★Challenge to Tournament of Honor
★"I will represent my kingdom in the tournament of honor. SimTitle1 has no chance against me."
★Challenge SimTitle1 to the Tournament of Honor
★Ask SimTitle1 For Help
★Apply Contact Poison
★"A little Vomicious Venom absorbed through the skin would hamper anyone's combat ability."
★Apply Contact Poison to SimTitle1
★"Time to get down to the Kingball court for the first challenge."
★"The final challenge is in the training yard. It is time to cross swords with SimTitle0!"
★Go to the Training Yard
★"What kind of challenge are we having at a tavern, I wonder?"
★Go to the Tavern
★"SimTitle0 is heading down to the Kingball court for the first event. I should scout it out."
★Go to Kingball Court
★"A little Sleeping Draught in a drink could make someone sloshed pretty quickly."
★Craft Sleeping Draught
★"Now where would I find the worst Kingball paddle imaginable?"
★Acquire Rustic Paddle
★"A little Vomicious Venom absorbed through the skin would throw off anyone's combat ability..."
★Craft Contact Poison
★This is a fantastic opportunity for the kingdom, SimTitle0. Advorton is politically weak right now, which means that... well, nevermind. We just have to defeat their champion in three knightly events and they'll swear allegiance to our kingdom!Present your challenge to SimTitle1 when you're ready, SimTitle0.
★SimTitle0 is going to participate in a knightly tournament against Advorton's champion. I need you to make sure that she wins, by any means necessary, SimTitle1.
★Word quickly spread through the kingdom that a legendary knight had arrived to meet with the emissary from Advorton.SimTitle0 immediately sent word to SimTitle1 and SimTitle2 that she need to speak with them immediately.
★Looks like I win again. I thought SimTitle1 was supposed to be a drinker. Oh well, time for the final challenge.
★So this is where the first challenge is going to be, eh? I'd better practice my skills a bit before the match.
★Now to arrange a casual meeting with SimTitle0.
★What? What are you-- get away from me!
★Oh, I'm sorry about that. I thought you were someone else.Now see how well you fight with that poison running through your veins, SimFirstName0...
★Yes, this looks quite terrible. I'd certainly hate to play with this paddle...
★Time to sit back and let the drink do its magic.
★How about that? Looks like SimTitle0's about to win another challenge. Now to sap SimFirstName1's taste for combat...
★Hmmm... the infamous SimTitle0 is rumored to have quite a paddle. Wonder if she plays so well without it...
★Haha! Defeating this knight should be simple! Wait a moment, the first event is... Kingball?!
★I accept your challenge, SimTitle0! I will see you on the kingball court.
★This is where I face the final challenge. I'd better prepare myself.
★Let's see how SimTitle0 handles her next drink...
★Now let's see how SimTitle0 performs with her new paddle... And to prepare something for the next challenge...
★Interesting strategy, coming at me with a flimsy bat like that. Oh well, on to the next challenge at... the tavern?!
★Hmm... looks like everything's set up for a party. Oh wait, a drinking contest? That makes sense. I guess I'd better start drinking. No pitchers, though. Someone might tamper with them...
★"I will ensure victory by any means necessary."
★"I will act as my kingdom's champion."
★"This responsibility is mine."
★TownName's champion failed to win the Tournament of Honor. Advorton's champion is still looking for an honorable challenge.
★The Tournament of Honor was over, and neither SimTitle1 nor the people of Advorton ever realized how little honor was actually involved. SimTitle2 accepted her defeat graciously, and pledged loyalty to the kingdom of TownName on Advorton's behalf.As always, the fact that only SimTitle0 was aware of the job she had performed meant that she had performed it well. She had helped TownName greatly expand its territory, and she got to have a little fun while she did it!
★Location:"  Kingball Court"  Tavern"  Training Yard-------------------------------------Primary Hero:"  Spy (Lv5+)-------------------------------------Secondary Hero:"  Monarch"  Knight
★"Alright, let's have a few drinks and see who stays upright the longest."Drinks Consumed: 1000/3
★Have 3 Drinks From the Cask
★"I wonder what SimTitle1 wants to see me about."
★Discuss Summons With SimTitle1
★"Great, another summons from SimTitle1. What crisis do I have to solve this time?"
★"The final challenge. SimTitle2 and me. Only one of us can claim victory!"
★Defeat SimTitle2 in Combat
★"Time for the match. I have a great feeling about this!"
★Defeat SimTitle2 at Kingball
★"Time to put this peasant in her place and show them I mean business."
★"I think her next drink will pack quite a kick..."
★Put Sleeping Draught in SimTitle1's Drink
★Of course, honorable people were the easiest to deceive. A clever person working behind the scenes could tip the tournament in TownName's favor...
★Take a drink to kick off the competition.
★Time to get another drink.
★Now it's time to give the spiked drink.
★Time to make a spiked drink.
★Guess I need to have another drink.
★The kingdom of Advorton had fallen on hard times, and was willing to pledge its loyalty to a stronger kingdom in return for aid. But the people of Advorton were proud, and would never submit to a kingdom that did not espouse the knightly virtues.They called for a Tournament of Honor with TownName to prove the kingdom's worthiness.
★Tournament of Honor
★Practice Sparring
★Practice Sparring
★The annual Combat Tournament is just around the corner. This year SimFirstName0 really want to show off. Better start practicing!
★(0.SimName} needs to prepare for the annual Combat Readiness Tournament.
★Training for the Tournament
★Training for the Tournament
★Hard Targets
★Primary Hero:"  Any Hero
★"Thar be simoles in dem hills!"
★This is the description for a quest I haven't finished yet. Consider it described.
★TEMP - quest not yet playable. Don't say I didn't warn you,
★Treasure and Treachery
★High Society Piracy
★Putting the 'Aaarrr' in Aristocrat
★It's hot. It's steamy. A sim's cheecks would blush bright red from reading this letter.
★Scandalous Letter
★"Walk the plank!"
★Confront with Scandalous Letter
★Confront SimTitle1 with Scandalous Letter
★"The Watcher hates Peterans."
★Send to Stocks
★"Normally I would never be as presumptuous as to issue a royal arrest decree, but this happens to be just and proper."
★Send SimTitle1 to the Stocks
★Spit on lying face
★What are YOU doing here?
★"Why is that stupid Peteran crashing my lovely sermon!?"
★Ask SimTitle1 what he is doing here
★"Is this pirate ready to flip sides?"
★Accept book
★"I'll take the book."
★Accept Book from SimTitle1
★Slap Hard
★"What did you think?"
★"How amazing did SimTitle1 think my sermon was?"
★Ask SimTitle1 what he thought of the sermon
★Accept ｧ200
★"I'll take the money."
★Accept ｧ200 from SimTitle1
★"Jacoban for life?"
★"I'll bet SimTitle1 is ready to swear allegiance to the order!"
★Ask SimTitle1 to declare eternal loyalty!
★"Hey - I love bashing in thick skulls as much as the next bloodthirsty fighting maniac, but how exactly will I profit from helping out?"
★Is a broken leg better than paying?
★"Do you want to burn in the afterlife?"
★"It's tough to know who exactly is a pirate. They look just like everyone else!"
★"Your boss wants you to switch sides."
★Slap Sense Into
★Belittle Beliefs
★Starve in Stocks
★"Were you inspired?"
★"I wonder if the lovely pirate lass was as moved by my sermon as I was."
★Ask SimTitle1 if the sermon inspired her
★"Ever been excommunicated?"
★Slap out a Straight Answer
★Give ｧ100
★"I hate giving away simoles, but if it buys his loyalty..."
★Give SimTitle1 ｧ100
★Accept Suit of Armor
★"I'll take the armor."
★Accept Gear from SimTitle1
★"You're not happy as a pirate."
★"SimTitle1 doesn't seem all that bright. I bet I can confuse him into switching sides."
★Fast Talk SimTitle1
★Discuss Pirate Problem
★"SimTitle1 has been itching to convert some pirates. I'll bet this talk has to do with that."
★Discuss Pirate Problem with SimTitle1
★"These pirate gents are losing patience."
★EXECUTE!
★"This pirate is beyond reform. The best I can do is make an example out of him for the others sake."
★Execute SimTitle1
★Have SimTitle1 walk the plank
★"It is such a shame that I have to do this. It hurts me more than you, dear."
★Send SimTitle1 to starve in stocks
★"Hey! You one of those dang pirates?"
★"I should poke around and see if I can figure out which dockworkers are pirates. I need to be sly. Above all else, I need to be subtle."
★Check Out SimTitle2
★Accept Sword
★"I'll take the sword."
★Receive "Watcher's Vision"
★"Simoles come and go, but great literary works last forever."
★Ask SimName0 for the book "Watcher's Vision"
★Be fitted for new clothing
★"I'm sure the Monarch won't mind me using her advisor for a fitting. I can always say that it was the Watcher's will."
★Be fitted for clothing by SimTitle1
★Ask SimTitle1 if he is convinced
★Spit on lying face
★"The only thing worse than a hoodlum is a lying hoodlum. I just can't hold in my disdain."
★Spit in his lying face
★"Is a broken leg worth a few simoles?"
★"Yesterday, today, tomorrow. I don't care! When I ask for payment, I expect it promptly. I do NOT expect attitude."
★Demand Tithe from the Worshipper
★"Time to pay up!"
★"It shouldn't be too hard to squeeze a few simoles out of a member of my flock - er, congregation."
★Solicit a Donation from a Jacoban follower
★"Time to sign up!"
★"Let me show these pirates how I can intimidate weaklings into accepting my Watcher."
★Find an Agnostic sim and persuade them to sign up
★What's in it for me?
★"Hmmm, how does helping the Merchants beat the Pirates spread the glory of the Watcher? What I really mean by that is, what's in it for me?"
★Ask SimTitle1 what's in this for you
★Scream at
★"I can't hold it in anymore. SimTitle1 is going to get an earful!"
★Grease my palm
★"The Simoles will be well spent. I need material wealth more than some silly old relic."
★Have SimName0 Grease your Palm
★Are you convinced?
★Ask SimTitle1 if she is convinced
★"Pirates normally hang out by the docks, right?"
★Cause Hysterics
★"If he pees his pants in front of his friends, I might be able to shame him into quitting."
★Make SimTitle1 crack up in hysterics
★"Your crew hates you."
★"Merchants make more simoles."
★Wait for both Pirates to Starve
★"This guy is so getting locked up!"
★Go to the Pit of Judgement
★"I must return to the church to absolve SimTitle0."
★Return to the Church
★"It looks like SimTitle0 returned with a couple of lackeys."
★Go to The Pit of Judgement
★"SimTitle1 wanted to discuss a matter of great importance and asked to meet me at Town Square."
★Meet SimTitle1 at Town Square
★"Okay, first things first. The mangy pirates are usually found slinking around the docks!"
★Look for Pirates at the Docks
★"I'll show these pirates what it's like to live the entitled life. I'll show off a little opulence at the throne room."
★Go to the Throne Room
★"Now to win the pirates over with the perfect sermon!"
★Give a Sermon
★"Everyone knows how much pirates love/need the bottle. They are going to go crazy over this stuff! I'll need 2 apples and 2 bundles of barley to pull this off."
★Collect ingredients to prepare a batch of Royale Crowne.
★"I doubt any pirate has tried a dish as delicious as Royal Custard. I'll need 3 eggs, 3 jars of honey, 3 spice cloves, and 3 bundles of wheat."
★Collect ingredients to prepare a large portion of Royal Custard
★The subversion attempt was an utter failure. The pirates not only failed to abandon their allegiances, they were emboldened to redouble their war campaign efforts knowing that the merchants were desperate enough to try and enlist reinforcements from the enemy.
★The pirate core had been weakened. Several hundred members jumped ship (no pun intended) when confronted by their now-ex-pirate comrades. Upon hearing the news, Guild Lord Landegraab audibly sighed with relief. This definitely helped the merchants inch one step closer towards dominance. The battle was won and the war was looking brighter.
★Primary Hero:"  Jacoban Priest-------------------------------------War Effort Gauge requirement:"  leaning towards the Guild Consortium
★What item is most useful?
★What will influence SimTitle0?
★Now what to do with SimTitle0?
★How to deal with the Lackey?
★Which bribe is more lucrative?
★SimTitle0 won't change sides. What now?
★How is being a Jacoban better than being a Pirate?
★I've only the chance for one perfect insult! What will sting the most?
★SimTitle0 was overtaken by the overwhelming pressure of the task at hand and had a nervous breakdown. She was not only a disappointment to themselves and the rest of TownName, but also to the Watcher looking down patiently from above.
★It was a little bloody, but HEY - it was also downright effective! So don't judge. A great man once said, "You can't make an omelet without bashing in a few ugly faces." Or something like that.
★Primary Hero:"  Knight Captain-------------------------------------War Effort Gauge requirement:"  leaning towards the Guild Consortium
★Take sword: "That mighty fine Watcher's Blade you carry should give me the edge I need."
★"Join me or I'll have you arrested and killed! Don't push me."
★Make him laugh until he pees his pants
★Honorable Duel to the Death: "I'm tired of these easy marks. I need some experience! (But this could also result in the loss of my life!)"
★ｧ200:  Cold, hard coinage is what the, um, Watcher needs. I'll spend it to spread Jacoban glory!
★"I'll tell your boss that we're dating, in love, and ready to start a family!"
★Send this scallywag to the stocks for his insolence!
★The Perks: "We get to do everything pirates do, but we also revel in the finest luxuries."
★Keep it classy: "You speak an infinite deal of nothing, my misguided commoner."
★Take Armor: "The finest Knight's Plate is needed to defend my beautiful body from the slightest unsightly knick."
★"I'll throw in ｧ100 for your support. We good?"
★Trick him into joining Merchant side
★Execute: "I really can't be bothered to conduct a proper duel right now. Just die already."
★Holy Tome: A copy of the ultra-rare "Watcher's Vision" could help keep me in the clergy's good graces.
★"I'll write your parents and tell them that you're doing pirate stuff!"
★Convert this poor misguided soul into a Jacoban
★The Power: "The only difference between us is that my violence is sanctioned."
★Go for the throat: "Your mother was a codpiece and your father smelled of spoiled fowl."
★"Where is he? I thought he wanted to speak with me."
★Await SimTitle1's Arrival
★...We're not pirates anymore. Just take it easy...
★Using violence to force religion on someone? I like your style, SimTitle0. You can board my ship anytime!
★I'm just here to listen to your passionate (but misguided) representation of the Watcher. And to offer true religion to these poor, yearning souls.
★I respect your decision. Become a Jacoban and I'll send you on your way.
★SimTitle0 preaches about disaster and despair, but the Watcher truly intends for us to focus on the positives of this life.
★Well, shiver me liver! That worshipper just gave you every coin they have! And thanked you for it!
★Well, so long... FOOL! Guard! Arrest this vagabond!
★Your friends are already switching sides. Join us!
★Hmm. I see your point. This is all I have to my name. Take it. Please. I'm a good Jacoban!
★"No need to get pushy. I'll switch sides, but you better watch your back!"
★I think that's all of them.
★Excellent. Consider me a pirate foe from now on!
★Step 1 complete: Show them the beauty of aristocrat clothing and pampering. Step 2: Lure them in through their stomachs!
★Hello, lady pirates. I am here to show you the error of your ways. Surrender at once!
★Whoah! That Peteran just got knocked the fie out! Any clergyman who can swing a fist that well deserves our support!
★While he's knocked out, I'll just carve a little Merchant tattoo onto his forearm.And a rainbow. With a cute little bunny under it. Riding a unicorn.
★With this sword, I shall cleave through the will of our enemies! And their skulls.
★I'm not sure about the Watcher stuff, but I'm certainly inspired by the fear you use to leverage the people!
★Ahh. Excellent. This book is more than payment enough for my services.
★How dare you insult me, Jacoban buffoon!
★...so please stop massacring our poor crew members. They had families you know.
★If you want to debate philosophy - I'm game!
★Oh my. Is it that time already? I thought I had already added to the collection plate this week.
★"Lovely. This plate mail is already warm to the touch. I hate equipping cold armor. Brrr!"
★Your mocking skills are tremendous. Rarely have I seen a pirate exhibit insults of such sharp caliber.
★Sign up? To become a Jacoban? Why would I want that to happen?
★Hmmm, I haven't gotten a raise in a long while...
★Can I convince you losers to switch sides and become gentlemen?
★Dude. Really? In my face? That's gross. Even for a pirate. I mean, c'mon! How is that behavior even moderately acceptable?
★"Hehehe. I like your style, SimTitle0."
★Ow! That hurt my beautiful face. Why would you do such a thing?
★Thine eyes have seen nothing yet. Let's continue onwards!
★Of course, SimTitle0. Your clothes will be waiting for you...
★Hahahahahahahahahahaha... uh-oh. I think I had an accident. I can't go home like this!FINE! You win! Just don't tell anyone about this.
★Oooooooohhhh! You just slapped the spirit out of SimTitle0!
★Yep. So?
★Yeah - I'm convinced. I'm with you. DOWN WITH THE PIRATES!
★I thought the sermon had flashes of brilliance; mostly when you were scaring folk with all that "end of days" talk.
★That should be enough. I can see eyes starting to glaze over...
★Maybe. What's it to ya?
★Well, what can I say? I tried my best, but I respect your decision. Why don't you follow me to the Judgement Pit where I can bid you a proper fare-thee-well.
★Ouch. That left a mark. Is it bleeding?Well, no. But still, ouch. You menace!
★Hey! Lay off. What gives?
★I'm not afraid of walking the plank - it's the "being devoured by the pit beast as I fall" that kind of worries me. I hope it's quick at least.I never thought it would end like this.
★Follow me, gang. Let me show you how to live! First, we're going to find one of my followers and convince them to make a sizable donation to our cause!
★Those damnable pirates are a raging thorn in my side. If we thin their numbers, the tides turn in our favor. What say you instill some doubt in the more susceptible pirates?
★...We'll be back...
★Actually, being a Jacoban is even better than being a Pirate. Let me tell you...
★Pfffft. Suck it!
★Oh noes! I'm dying!
★Yes. I mean no!No.Absolutely not a pirate.
★I'm starving to death and you're throwing food at me? That is so mean!
★Sooo hungry... and you pick the only food I hate to throw at me!
★Both sides have their pros and cons. Can you sweeten the pot at all?
★Ah, thank you for agreeing to meet with me. I have an interesting proposal I think you'll want to hear...
★Yar, are you crazy?! That be some strong booze. It's burning my nostril hair from here. Hmmm, maybe a tall glass to guzzle, er - taste, is needed...
★He did? Really? I must have not been paying attention to his orders.
★I can't believe you just did that. I have no choice but to switch sides now. I'll be laughed out of the pirate's brigade if I try to return like this!
★Yeah! Well, when you babies heal up, you can find me at the Pit of Judgement. Waiting. For you.
★Ha ha ha ha. Tell that stinkin' friar what you really think!
★Oh my Watcher! What IS that delicious smell?
★...With Friends!Count on it!
★The Watcher is based on love. We Peterans know the Watcher's true intentions.
★Yo ho ho - you're looking good! Thar be some fancy clothing, for sure!
★After your insults?NEVER!
★Follow me, gang. Let me show you how to live!
★As a Peteran I say that is a wise choice. Hasty decisions regarding religion should not be made lightly. At least not until you hear one of MY sermons.
★Really? That makes me so sad. They kept me going.
★You know what? You've convinced me. I'm no longer a pirate!
★Well, what do you want?
★Fine. You want to mess with the pirates?! You got it! You haven't heard the last of us...
★Absolutely not. I'll never betray my brothers and sisters of the seas!
★You wouldn't dare!
★Jacoban for life? Well, I'm not sure about that.
★Smart man. Consider the 200 simoles an investment into your continued breathing effort.
★I'm not? I guess I never thought about that before.
★I cannot believe you would hold this over my head. Of course I can't let you send out this letter. Blast it! You win. I'm no longer a pirate.
★Okay, okay. You win...
★Wow! Fist-fighting, slapping, yelling, swearing! I think I can speak on behalf of my friends here when I say... HO! You're just our kind of Priest! More like a Pirate really!
★"Well, this is going to cut into my profits..."
★Earn ｧ100 for SimTitle1
★I am a masterful manipulator!
★"Switch sides or die. Your choice."
★"Gosh, this stuff is potent. With any luck, it won't burn through the goblets."
★Fill Pitcher full of Royale Crowne