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LOCATIONS
THE TEMPLE
ENTRYWAY
A gleaming marble staircase is connected to the entryway at the southernmost part of the temple. There is no visible land below you - merely the clouds, above which this entire temple stands. Strictly speaking, there is nothing to stop you from attempting to descend the stairs. After about an hour's worth of walking, you'll reach the top of the clouds, and can continue further below... but no matter how long you walk, you'll never reach the bottom; in fact, you won't even seem to come out of the clouds. Turn around and head upwards again, and you'll reach the columned entryway of the temple, as if you'd never tried to leave.
Departing via the stairs is futile - this shall be your home for the next few weeks. After all, you agreed to be here, and isn't it important that you honor your agreements?
Departing via the stairs is futile - this shall be your home for the next few weeks. After all, you agreed to be here, and isn't it important that you honor your agreements?
FIRST FLOOR
Courtyard - Columned halls form the foundation of the temple itself. While these halls are enclosed, the courtyard at the center of the temple is not - though surrounded on all sides by the multi-storied marble of the temple, it is also open to the air, and you can wander out here at any time to catch a bit of sun. A water feature runs through the center of the courtyard, and along the walkways and among the plants, you will find statues in the likenesses of yourself and the other participants. The courtyard connects to the stairway to the clouds to the south, an altar room to the north, the east and west wings of the temple, and a few rooms contained to this floor. Staircases in the northwest and northeast corners connect each floor to the one above and below it, and on the higher floors, the columned halls overlook the courtyard, cut off by wooden railings rather than walls.
Altar Room - North of the courtyard, a heavy wooden door leads into the room where you all first found yourselves upon waking up. At the center of this wide, expansive room is an altar made of marble and edged in gold. A wide, low bowl meant for making offerings rests atop its surface. If you see something left inside this bowl... well, it's probably better to leave it alone. You wouldn't want to anger a god by stealing something meant for them, would you? A glittering marble throne sits at the northern wall, overlooking the room; you can generally find whichever god is in charge for the week sitting here, should you come looking. A stone plaque with an etched inscription stretches around the edges of the room, detailing the powers provided to the followers of each god participating in the game.
Dining Hall - A wooden door along the northeast hall off the courtyard leads into what appears to be a dining room. It isn't particularly fancy; there is just a long wooden table with fifty-five seats. Flickering candles always seem to light the room, but sadly, food doesn't just magically appear here... you'll have to prepare it and bring it in yourself.
Kitchen - A wooden door along the southwest hall off the courtyard leads into a large, full-service kitchen. While the majority of foods you'll find here are meats, cheeses and fruits, with a bit of digging you'll find modern amenities such as instant coffee, ramen, donuts, ingredients for sushi rolls, ingredients for parfaits and much more. You'll have to cook for yourself, of course, but there are supplies aplenty, and in stark contrast to the building's architecture, the stoves, pots, and pans are all quite modern.
East and West Wings - To the east and west of the courtyard, there are spots where it seems like there ought to be some kind of entrance. For now, nothing is there but solid marble... though you get the feeling that might change, should you check back at the start of each week.
Altar Room - North of the courtyard, a heavy wooden door leads into the room where you all first found yourselves upon waking up. At the center of this wide, expansive room is an altar made of marble and edged in gold. A wide, low bowl meant for making offerings rests atop its surface. If you see something left inside this bowl... well, it's probably better to leave it alone. You wouldn't want to anger a god by stealing something meant for them, would you? A glittering marble throne sits at the northern wall, overlooking the room; you can generally find whichever god is in charge for the week sitting here, should you come looking. A stone plaque with an etched inscription stretches around the edges of the room, detailing the powers provided to the followers of each god participating in the game.
Dining Hall - A wooden door along the northeast hall off the courtyard leads into what appears to be a dining room. It isn't particularly fancy; there is just a long wooden table with fifty-five seats. Flickering candles always seem to light the room, but sadly, food doesn't just magically appear here... you'll have to prepare it and bring it in yourself.
Kitchen - A wooden door along the southwest hall off the courtyard leads into a large, full-service kitchen. While the majority of foods you'll find here are meats, cheeses and fruits, with a bit of digging you'll find modern amenities such as instant coffee, ramen, donuts, ingredients for sushi rolls, ingredients for parfaits and much more. You'll have to cook for yourself, of course, but there are supplies aplenty, and in stark contrast to the building's architecture, the stoves, pots, and pans are all quite modern.
East and West Wings - To the east and west of the courtyard, there are spots where it seems like there ought to be some kind of entrance. For now, nothing is there but solid marble... though you get the feeling that might change, should you check back at the start of each week.
SECOND FLOOR
Beauty Salon - Behind a wooden door to the north is a room that some might describe as heaven. Everyone needs to be pampered every now and then, don't you think? Within this brightly lit and rather relaxing salon, you'll be able to give yourself a makeover, change your hair style, treat yourself to a mud bath or cucumber mask and more. No matter what treatment you come in for, you'll leave the room feeling revitalized and refreshed.
Dance Studio - The room behind the wooden door to the east is somewhere that you can push yourself past your limits. Flexibility is important in a game like this, and in this room characters will find a ballet barre attached to one wall opposite of a full wall of floor-to-ceiling mirrors. Ballet, jazz, and tap shoes of all sizes fill cubbyholes on another wall and a stereo with an assortment of CDs sits on a table near the front. The best part is that this room is soundproof. Blast your music as loud as you wish and dance like no one's watching.
Pool - A spacious indoor pool stretches from wall to wall behind a wooden door to the south. With a window running from floor to ceiling along the far side, a wide skylight that somehow manages to let in sunlight despite there being a floor above it, and miniature waterfalls beneath stony, vegetative linings, the place is clearly meant to mimic an oasis. There's even an enclosed tank in the center of the pool where brightly colored fish swim happily within an environment of white sand and fanning corals. The one thing that breaks the illusion of a tropical retreat is the winding water slide that scales nearly high up enough to touch the ceiling.
Parlor - For those with more sophisticated tastes, you can spend some time in the parlor off the western hall. Filled with small clusters of tables and chairs, the room is a perfect set piece to entertain a guest or two. A white grand piano sits near the window, sun gleaming across the keys and vases of roses fill the air with a sweet fragrance. There's a bar filled with bottles of water, juice, and even wine. Help yourself; they will always restock.
Dance Studio - The room behind the wooden door to the east is somewhere that you can push yourself past your limits. Flexibility is important in a game like this, and in this room characters will find a ballet barre attached to one wall opposite of a full wall of floor-to-ceiling mirrors. Ballet, jazz, and tap shoes of all sizes fill cubbyholes on another wall and a stereo with an assortment of CDs sits on a table near the front. The best part is that this room is soundproof. Blast your music as loud as you wish and dance like no one's watching.
Pool - A spacious indoor pool stretches from wall to wall behind a wooden door to the south. With a window running from floor to ceiling along the far side, a wide skylight that somehow manages to let in sunlight despite there being a floor above it, and miniature waterfalls beneath stony, vegetative linings, the place is clearly meant to mimic an oasis. There's even an enclosed tank in the center of the pool where brightly colored fish swim happily within an environment of white sand and fanning corals. The one thing that breaks the illusion of a tropical retreat is the winding water slide that scales nearly high up enough to touch the ceiling.
Parlor - For those with more sophisticated tastes, you can spend some time in the parlor off the western hall. Filled with small clusters of tables and chairs, the room is a perfect set piece to entertain a guest or two. A white grand piano sits near the window, sun gleaming across the keys and vases of roses fill the air with a sweet fragrance. There's a bar filled with bottles of water, juice, and even wine. Help yourself; they will always restock.
THIRD FLOOR
Costume Hall - Behind the northernmost wooden door lies a shock of bright, vibrant colors. This room is filled to the brim with costumes of all kinds, as far as the eye can see. Visit this glorified walk-in closet to change up your look, prepare for a fancy night out, or just trade your everyday duds for something new. Funny. It's almost as if you dream it, it'll appear...
Hall of Mirrors - Behind the wooden door to the east, this room may fill you with wonder, anxiety, or even regret. At first, what you find is beautiful, a long and ornate room filled with lovely embossed mirrors. But the more you explore, the more confusing it feels, and the more you see yourself, the more you may be filled with thoughts. Do you contemplate in quiet solitude? Do you try to smash the glass to escape the dread of what you see? Are you faced by flaws and past mistakes, or are you enamored with your reflection? Don't worry, the hall doesn't last forever, and there's only one way back if you can remember how to navigate the reflective walkways. Watch your step; vertigo is easy to succumb to in a place like this.
Laboratory - Enter this room behind the wooden door to the south and you're met with a haven for inventors and scientists alike. It looks like the majority of this room is built for the sole purpose in understanding, building, and powering robotic creations, but dig around the desks and cabinets and you'll likely find what you need for your chemical creations, as well. Conveniently for some of our more electronic champions, there appear to be charging stations meant for a familiar purpose to each of them. Computers line one wall, but are clearly meant for running programs, numbers, and crafting presentations, and don't have any wireless or global capabilities. It appears that a bookshelf full of volumes meant to explain the use of the different pieces of equipment inside of the lab has appeared against one wall, and a bit more specifically, an assorted amount of fontech has been provided for use.
Game Room - Who doesn't like to have fun? If you're looking for a way to entertain yourself, look no further than the wooden door to the west. Board games, decks of cards, even some video games can be found in this room. Billiard tables and dart boards are scattered around as well, and games are available to take out of this room and carry to other parts of the temple. Spending some time here may cause you to notice some strange occurrences, however. Why is that skateboard rolling across the floor by itself? And wasn't that checkerboard on the other side of the room a minute ago? Oh, well. Perhaps it's best not to worry about that for now.
Hall of Mirrors - Behind the wooden door to the east, this room may fill you with wonder, anxiety, or even regret. At first, what you find is beautiful, a long and ornate room filled with lovely embossed mirrors. But the more you explore, the more confusing it feels, and the more you see yourself, the more you may be filled with thoughts. Do you contemplate in quiet solitude? Do you try to smash the glass to escape the dread of what you see? Are you faced by flaws and past mistakes, or are you enamored with your reflection? Don't worry, the hall doesn't last forever, and there's only one way back if you can remember how to navigate the reflective walkways. Watch your step; vertigo is easy to succumb to in a place like this.
Laboratory - Enter this room behind the wooden door to the south and you're met with a haven for inventors and scientists alike. It looks like the majority of this room is built for the sole purpose in understanding, building, and powering robotic creations, but dig around the desks and cabinets and you'll likely find what you need for your chemical creations, as well. Conveniently for some of our more electronic champions, there appear to be charging stations meant for a familiar purpose to each of them. Computers line one wall, but are clearly meant for running programs, numbers, and crafting presentations, and don't have any wireless or global capabilities. It appears that a bookshelf full of volumes meant to explain the use of the different pieces of equipment inside of the lab has appeared against one wall, and a bit more specifically, an assorted amount of fontech has been provided for use.
Game Room - Who doesn't like to have fun? If you're looking for a way to entertain yourself, look no further than the wooden door to the west. Board games, decks of cards, even some video games can be found in this room. Billiard tables and dart boards are scattered around as well, and games are available to take out of this room and carry to other parts of the temple. Spending some time here may cause you to notice some strange occurrences, however. Why is that skateboard rolling across the floor by itself? And wasn't that checkerboard on the other side of the room a minute ago? Oh, well. Perhaps it's best not to worry about that for now.
FOURTH FLOOR
Private Study - To the north, you will find a small room behind a modest doorway. It seems, in fact, that it was meant to be used by no more than a couple of people at a time. There's a calming air about the study with its quaint desk and self-replenishing supply of writing materials. The small fireplace keeps you warm and there's another chair by it for sitting if you prefer to hole up in here to read privately or consider what words you're trying to put down to paper. The supplies you need to press wax seals and bind scrolls are just as plentiful as more modern envelopes, fountain pens are poised cleanly beside feathered quills. There are two bookshelves on both the eastern and the western walls - the bookshelves to the west contain nonfiction on a variety of topics, and the bookshelves to the east contain a variety of novels.
Psychic's Den - Behind the wooden door to the east lies a room that is thick with the smell of incense. Ornate fabrics drape along the walls, giving the illusion of the inside of a tent, and low tables are set up throughout the rooms, flanked on either side by comfortable-looking pillows and cushions. Each table contains a different way of telling fortunes - a crystal ball at one, tarot cards on another, runestones on a third... if it's a way of telling fortunes, it's there. A bookshelf at the far end contains tomes on these various methods of fortune-telling, for those who wish to learn the art themselves.
Dungeon - A wooden door along the southernmost part of the hall leads into quite an unpleasant room. It is dank and damp, with dim lighting... although that only serves to disguise some of the slightly suspicious-looking stains on the walls, so perhaps that's for the better. Along the southern wall there are three sturdy doors that are locked up tightly. They each have a slot that can be pulled open to look inside - each one is a cell containing a threadbare cot, a thin-looking blanket, and a pot made of porcelain. Each one locks with a heavy padlock, although the keys are nowhere in sight. Along the eastern and western walls are a set of chains and manacles for both ankles and wrists, and there is a rack of whips, riding crops, and various other devices that could be used to torture a confession out of someone. You will find that you cannot leave the room with them, however.
Armory - Behind the wooden door to the west lies a plethora of swords, shields, axes, and daggers. There is weaponry as far as the eye can see and tools to care for each piece of metal flanking the walls. Everything in this room seems to be well-organized, though you will need to sign out a weapon in a logbook near the entrance in order to leave with it; you will find yourself unable to pass through the door if you do not. If you don't really know how to use your weapon of choice, you'll want to get some practice in first. Good thing there's an open arena in the center of the room to grapple with your friends (or enemies) and test your strength.
Psychic's Den - Behind the wooden door to the east lies a room that is thick with the smell of incense. Ornate fabrics drape along the walls, giving the illusion of the inside of a tent, and low tables are set up throughout the rooms, flanked on either side by comfortable-looking pillows and cushions. Each table contains a different way of telling fortunes - a crystal ball at one, tarot cards on another, runestones on a third... if it's a way of telling fortunes, it's there. A bookshelf at the far end contains tomes on these various methods of fortune-telling, for those who wish to learn the art themselves.
Dungeon - A wooden door along the southernmost part of the hall leads into quite an unpleasant room. It is dank and damp, with dim lighting... although that only serves to disguise some of the slightly suspicious-looking stains on the walls, so perhaps that's for the better. Along the southern wall there are three sturdy doors that are locked up tightly. They each have a slot that can be pulled open to look inside - each one is a cell containing a threadbare cot, a thin-looking blanket, and a pot made of porcelain. Each one locks with a heavy padlock, although the keys are nowhere in sight. Along the eastern and western walls are a set of chains and manacles for both ankles and wrists, and there is a rack of whips, riding crops, and various other devices that could be used to torture a confession out of someone. You will find that you cannot leave the room with them, however.
Armory - Behind the wooden door to the west lies a plethora of swords, shields, axes, and daggers. There is weaponry as far as the eye can see and tools to care for each piece of metal flanking the walls. Everything in this room seems to be well-organized, though you will need to sign out a weapon in a logbook near the entrance in order to leave with it; you will find yourself unable to pass through the door if you do not. If you don't really know how to use your weapon of choice, you'll want to get some practice in first. Good thing there's an open arena in the center of the room to grapple with your friends (or enemies) and test your strength.
BEAUTY'S WING
There are five buildings, four in the cardinal directions and one in the very center. Outside you will find touch screens with maps of the campus, showing you how to navigate this place. Likewise, if you wait long enough a horse-drawn carriage will arrive to take you on a tour. While there may be no driver, the horse seem to know the way as they loop around each building, stopping to let passengers off and allow new ones to climb aboard.
Entering these buildings, it will become clear that this isn't a work of art or a museum but rather a school. In all of the buildings, staircases wind up each side leading to other floors of classrooms and club rooms. There's a cafeteria of sorts on one of the lower levels in two of the buildings and with a bit of exploring it becomes apparent there are areas for sports, home economics, a library, a large theater and even a few music rooms containing all sorts of classical instruments and even some that aren't so classical such as guitars. Strangely, the door to the third music room seems to be locked.
Even further exploring will find that several areas in the east, west, and central buildings of the school have been transformed to host a variety of activities. It's festival day, and the students of this academy have put quite a lot of work into creating fun activities and showcases. In the gym of the west building, a replica of Venice awaits you completely with canals, gondolas, architecture and look-alike landmarks. In the gym of the east building, you'll find a sidewalk fair of sorts displaying several street foods such as takoyaki, hot dogs, ramen, cotton candy and more along with some little carnival games complete with prizes. Upstairs in the parlor, a "detective mystery" game is set up for anyone who wishes to play with a set of clues for you to follow. Playing along, you'll find yourself exploring the campus and ending up in unique areas. And for those adventurous types, you may find that on the rooftops of the east and west buildings there are heated swimming pools and a variety of swimwear and towels available.
As for the central building, the main floor is a large gathering space, large enough to accommodate for a party or a ball. Upstairs in the main salon several clusters of tables are pushed together for groups to gather around. Games of backgammon are set up, and a bar of teas and coffees awaits you.
One thing's for certain. Everything about this cluster of buildings screams of wealth and privilege. Priceless vases and paintings decorate the club rooms and the hallways, ceilings high above and archways decorated with the most minute details one can imagine. Exploring the school itself will take several hours given the sheer size of it, but don't worry. A large clock tower outside will chime on the hour, every hour, to help you keep track.
At the end of a fun-filled day, a sleek black car will pull up to the front of the campus and open its doors to you. Relax and allow your chauffeur to drive you home to rest…as it leaves the campus behind and drives down the street, you'll find yourself passing several small shops and what appears to be a shopping mall. There's also a sign pointing in the direction of a nearby private beach. Perhaps you can go back and visit later. Surely your driver will allow that. But for now there's only one destination in mind and you'll soon arrive in front of a large mansion. Equally lavish as the school, this mansion has plenty of room, amenities and fine dining for guests who wish to stay overnight and revel in the lap of luxury.
Just pay no mind to the even larger estate nearby. No matter how hard you try, it seems that the distance to reach is endless.