Castle Story: Dialogue Guide

[Dabag]

C7 IVY & THE MAGIC GARDEN

[Ruler walking with Ivy]

Ruler: Getting settled in?
IVY: You bet! It's like my old house in the village, but better!
I got lost in these woods and ended up living here. Life sure is funny!
Ruler: Of all the places you could have run, why did you decide on the Glimmer Wood?
IVY: Well, I was awfully scared, what with all the torches and pitchforks and stuff.
When I was young, my mother told me stories of a magic garden in the Glimmer Wood.
A place where reality twists and paths get all crossed up! I guess I thought if I found it, they could never follow me.
Ruler: Do you think it really exists?
IVY: I know it does. I even caught a glimpse of it...before I became a tree, that is.
Ruler: You did? Where is it?

(ivy>I'm not exactly sure. I thought I saw it to the west.
I tried to find a way in, no matter which route I too, I ended up right back where I started
Find The Magic Garden *search-there must be some way in* ivy>That's it! That's the Magic Garden! )

IVY: This must be it. I've got goose-bumps.
Ruler: You're right, I can sense it. There's something special about this place.
Should we explore and see what's inside?
IVY: Hold on.. Doesn't it seem like there's no entrance?
Ruler: Strange. I could have sworn I saw an entrance a second ago.
IVY: It must be the illusion of the garden. My mother told me about this.
In order to find the true entrance, we'll need to shield our senses from mischief.
Ruler: Any suggestions on how to do that?
IVY: The drinker of a Potion of Clarity always sees true!
If I could mix up two of those, we'd have nothing to fear.
Ruler: A lot of your solutions seem to involve potions.
IVY: That's because a good potion can solve anything!

(ivy>We need some samples of plant scents and oils. We can gather some ourselves,
but we'll need friends to help with the rest. Designing The Potion
*ask-40 samples, give-20 living wood* ivy>Success! I've got the perfect recipe!

[Ivy starts the incantation for the potion of clarity]
Bubble, bubble, cauldron bubble!
Tooth of skunk, to ward off trouble!
Essence of wizard's toil!
In the cauldron churn and boil!
And now to test this mixture's mettle,
I add some Rocket Larkspur petals!

Ruler: Umm...Ivy? Isn't the cauldron bubbling a little violently?
IVY: Nothing to worry about! Trust me!
Now, I'll just continue the brewing incantation-
. KABOOOOOOOOOOOOM!

Ruler: Ivy! I thought you said it was nothing to worry about?
IVY: *cough* *cough* Just a small hiccup with the incantation!
Ruler: I think this batch is ruined.
IVY: It's ok. We'll start again. We just need some more ingredients.

(ivy>*cough* You can do the mixing this time. *cough* I'll take a breather.
My recipe is at the Potion Shop. Potion of Clarity
*brew & drink 2 potions of clarity*
ivy>Ok! Let's head to the Garden - after I wash my face.)

Ruler: There it is! The entrance!
IVY: Come on- the potions will protect us.
Ruler: Hold on a second. Ivy, are you *sure* this potion is supposed to protect my mind?
IVY: Positive! And it's working just fine for me. I see the garden, clear as day.
Ruler: That's so strange. My head feels *more* funny than it did.
IVY: But that shouldn't be possible.

Ruler: Its like...a dream. Or a vision. I'm seeing all sorts of images.
IVY: What images?
Ruler: It's all jumbles. It's a rainy night. I'm in a wagon, or something.
There's a traveller on the road. And a flashing purple light, really bright.
Wait...now I'm somewhere else. I see an enclosure made of glass and gold.
None of this makes any sense.
IVY: Maybe my potion recipe wasn't as flawless as I thought.
Ruler: I'm alright- it's fading. I think I'm ok to keep exploring.
IVY: Alright. I'll lead the way. Stay close, in case you start feeling funny again.
Ruler: ... (Why didn't Ivy's potion work for me? She seems fine...)

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C7 IVY & THE PURPLE COW

[at the Magic Garden]
IVY: ...
Ruler: What's wrong Ivy? You look glum.
IVY: I came out here to find some Magic Fruit.
Ruler: But you've always loved exploring the Garden!
IVY: That's not why I'm upset. It's that cow...
... ...
Stalker Cow: ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
IVY: See? It's been eyeballing me since I got here. Plotting and planning.
Ruler: Ivy, it's just a cow.
IVY: Nuh-uh! I have a sixth sense about these things. It's up to no good.
Ruler: Ooooooooooooooo-kay... let's just change the subject.
Why do you need Magic Fruit?
IVY: I think it might be the key to unlocking the secret of the Glimmer Wood.
The plants in this garden are filled with magic. I'm talking *soaked* in it.
We humans just don't know how to draw it out!
Ruler: So who does?
IVY: Faeries!

(ivy>You may not have noticed the faeries, but I have.
Always darting around and hiding at the edge of my vision!
We just have to grab one up and watch how it gather magic from the fruit!)
Faerie Magic *capture a Faerie & 20 magic fruit that only grows in the Magic Garden*
ivy>Alright! Let/s head over to the Potion Shop!)

Ruler: So what are you going to do, exactly? Make a Magic Fruit salad?
IVY: I'm going to release the faerie near the Magic Fruit, and see what it does.
If I can watch it absorb the magic, I might learn how to brew an extract of pure-
Wait a minute! ...
Stalker Cow: ...
IVY: The cow is following us!
Ruler: Oh come on, Ivy. She's just friendly, that's all.
IVY: I don't trust that cow as far as I can throw it.
Ruler: She's probably just hungry, or something.
IVY: Well, I refuse to work under the watch of cow spies!
Ruler: Are you... ...are you being serious right now?

(ivy>I'm super-serious. A magical extract is a very delicate potion!
If that cow interferes, it'll be ruined! Let's distract her with some Cabbages or something.
Paranoia *30 cabbages for the stalker cow* ivy>You win this round, cow.)

IVY: Ok, I think the coast is clear.
Faerie, check. Magic Fruit, check. We just need some purple dye.
Ruler: Purple dye? Why?
IVY: To color the magic extract. Otherwise we might not be able to see it.
Also, purple is the traditional color of magic things!
Ruler: Well, it seems like you've thought of everything!
Care to guess about the chances of an explosion?
IVY: Unlikely!
Ruler: ... "Zero chance" would have been more reassuring...
. ...
Stalker Cow: ...
IVY: Alright! I've mixed everything together. Uncork that faerie jar!
Ruler: Faerie away!
IVY: This is it! We're finally going to discover the secret of the Glimmer Wood's magic!
Nothing can possibly go wrong!
Stalker Cow: MOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
IVY: No! You stupid cow, get out of here!
Cow: MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
IVY: She's tipping over the cauldron!
. KABOOOOOOOOOOM! ... ...
IVY: *cough* *cough*

(ivy>Ok, this is it. All the secrets of the Glimmer Wood will be revealed!)
Ivys Experiment *brew Ivy's Magic Extract Experiment*
ivy> *cough* *cough* ... What happened?)

*Stalker Cow now a Purple Cow!*

[Dabag]

C8 The Tablet of Tabernum

[at Old Thomas' House]

Ruler: How's the telescope, Thomas?
OT: It's wonderful, thank you. I'm currently examining the stars. It will take time to determine the Tablet's location.
Can you check back again in a while? Hopefully I'll have good news for you!

[check back with Old Thomas]
OT: The telescope worked! I see it! There it is!
Ruler: What do you see, Thomas?
OT: The Tablet of Tabernum! It's in the forest, standing to the Northeast! I figured out coordinates by reading the stars.
Then, I focused on that spot. Sure enough, there's a stone monolith there. I can just see it on the horizon.

(OT>We should form an expedition immediately. By examining the Tablet, I'm sure we can find proof to defeat the greedy Baron's claim to the throne!
The Tablet Found *View*- through Thomas' telescope OT>There, in that clearing! The Tablet!

[at the Tablet]
OT: At last! The Ancient Tablet of Tabernum! As Royal Scholar, I never thought I would see it with my own eyes!
Ruler: This is exciting!
OT: Oh, yes! The answer to our problems stands before us! The secrets of the Tablet will lead us into a new age of enlightenment!
Ruler: Yay!
OT: Discovery, here we come!
Ruler: Woohoo! I can't stand the suspense. Go ahead and read it!
OT: Right-o! ... ...
Ruler: ... ... ... What's the hold up?
OT: Umm... well, you see...
Ruler: ... Don't tell me you can't read it.
OT: It seems to be written in a long-lost ancient language.
Ruler: Are you kidding me?
OT: I'm afraid not. We will need to study and translate the language.
Ruler: I'll give you this, Thomas. Life is never boring with you around.
OT: Thanks!

(OT>With some magical help, I'm sure I can decipher the ancient runes on the tablet.
A Translator's Tome is the key* the magic in it will do much of the work Still, constructing one will not be easy.
A Translator's Tome *working on crafting the Tome first*
OT>Alright, let's begin the translation!)

Ruler: You say this Translator's Tome will be difficult to make?
OT: I'm afraid so. We will need Magic Ink and fresh pages to write upon. Not to mention a new cover and bindings.
It may be possible to make Magic Ink using the Potion Shop!
As for the pages, we can make parchment by pressing and drying wood fibres. I've always wanted to try that!
Ruler: Oh. Well, uh... I guess we had better get started.
OT: Tally-ho!
Ruler: ... I wonder if he made this up just as an excuse to use the Workshop?

(OT>Make Fine Parchment at the Workshop, and Magic Ink at the Potion Shop. It may take some work, but don't worry.
We'll have the Tome complete before you know it! Magic Ink & Pages OT>Parchment, inks... very good.)

OT: Now that we have the ink and parchment, I must compile the tome.
I'll write ten incantations in all - one fore each of the ancient Tabernum ciphers. After that, we can assemble the finished book.
Ruler: What is "Tabernum", anyway?
OT: The Tabernum were advisors. Many centuries ago, the land was torn by war.
They decreed that all kingdoms would unite under one wise ruler... and the position would be hereditary, so long as the heir was shown the right way.
Ruler: Hmm... But now the royal heir is missing.
OT: Exactly. Nobody knows what to do, and the Baron is taking advantage. But if we knew the original intentions of the Tabernum...
Ruler: Right. We'd better hurry up and get that Tablet translated.

(OT>Agreed. I'll do inscribe the incantations at the Workshop. Each page should take about four hours, give or take.
Lost in Translation OT>Ten ciphers complete! We're nearly done.)

OT: All that remains is to put the Translator's Tome together. Once that's finished, join me next to the Tablet. We'll let the spells do their work.

(OT>Combine the ten Magic Pages with a Leather Cover and Iron Bindings to create the Translator's Tome.
Making the Tome OT>The Tome is complete. Let's go to the Tablet.)

[Unlock the secrets of the Tablet! ]
OT: The tome is working! I can understand the runes!
Ruler: What do they say?
OT: Look at the inscription here:

ON THE BROW OF A SOVERIGN
UNTOUCHED BY WHAT AMBITION BRINGS
IS PERCHED BENEVOLENCE
THE ONE TRUE CROWN
AND ONE TRUE MEASURE OF QUEEN AND KING

Ruler: Does that mean what I think it means?
OT: It must. The true duty of a ruler is to the people!
It seems you knew that from the start, my young friend.
Ruler: I think a lot more people know it than the Baron realizes.
Now, we just have to give them a voice.

=====*****=====

Ruler: Thomas, look at this. A shard of crystal has fallen from the Tablet!
There are more runes on it. I wonder what they mean?
OT: Interesting! It seems the Tabernum still have more to teach us!

(It may have other secret effects.)

Knowledge Shard - Shards of wisdom drop from The Tablet of Tabernum

SHARD #1 Tabernum Research Aquifers (Proof of mastery of the Tabernum Research of the Aquifers, increasing the yield of water, fish, and mermaid scales from ponds and wells.

SHARD #2 Tabernum Research Anatomy (Proof of mastery of the Tabernum Research of Anatomy, improving the quality of drops from monsters and beasts found in the Glimmerwoods.)

SHARD #3 Tabernum Research Agriculture (Proof of mastery of the Tabernum Research of Agriculture, reducing the energy required to harvest crops by 33%.)

SHARD #4 Tabernum Research Alchemy (Proof of mastery of the Tabernum Research of Alchemy, adding new transmutation recipes to the Magic Forge)

[Dabag]

C9 ADVENTURES

IVY: Have you got a minute? Thomas and I wanted to talk to you.
OT: Ivy and I agree-
it's time you built a Castle to show everyone what a fine ruler you are!
Ruler: I dunno. Do I really need a big, fancy castle to show that?
IVY: We think you've earned it.
OT: You've shown us that ruling is about more than Coins and Kingdom Points.
If it weren't for you, I'd still be a goat, wandering these woods.
IVY: You helped me out of a jam, too, and gave me a place to stay!
We were total strangers to you. You didn't have to help us, but you did.
OT: That makes you a worthy ruler in our books. Even if my scrolls can't prove it.
Now, enough delay! The grandest building project of them all is about to begin!

(OT>A Castle is a major construction project.
You can only have one Castle, so you must choose the style carefully.
Castle Story *build a Castle* Ivy> Comfy? That Castle suits you!)

Ruler: Umm...Thomas?
OT: Yes?
Ruler: Why did a bunch of burly, armor-wearing guys just show up at my door?
OT: Oh! Those are your Royal Knights. They come with the castle.
I'm sorry, I just assumed you knew. Knights are one of the perks of being a ruler!
Ruler: Well...uh...what do I do with them?
OT: You can send them on Adventures!
Knights that go on Adventures can bring back rare materials and items.
Ruler: They just do this for free?
OT: Not quite. You must provide Coins and food supplies.
But as long as they are well fed and well paid, Knights will bravely do whatever you ask!
Ruler: Hmm. I heard a rumor of a treasure vault while I was visiting another kingdom.
Maybe they can go check that out for me.

(OT>In order to send your loyal knights to the ancient vault, you must provide the supplies they need
. The exact supplies needed vary depending on the Adventure.
Adventure Time! OT>The Knights are on their way! Lets hope they bring back riches!)

OT: Oh dear- I've just heard a rather worrisome bit of news!
Ruler: What's wrong, Thomas?
OT: There are bandits roaming the area! Very unpleasant fellows.
They attack innocents and steal everything that isn't nailed down!
Ruler: I won't stand for bandits operating near my kingdom.
Time for our Royal Knights to kick some brigand butt!
OT: I was hoping you'd say that, but our Knights are rather poorly armed?
Ruler: Don't worry. I think I know how to solve that problem.

(OT> Mountain bandits are operating near the kingdom.
If we want to defeat them and retake their stolen goods, we'll need to arm our knights.
Bandit Trouble *send knights to Hunt Mountain Bandits & build a Magic Forge to arm them*
OT>Our Knights are off to battle the bandits!)


Ruler: If we build a Magic Forge in the kingdom, we can arm our knights.
OT: Oh a fine plan. Do you know anything about weaponsmithing?
Ruler: You must have a Weaponsmithing scroll or two...
OT: ... or thirty-seven!
Ruler: Thomas! You have *thirty-seven* Weaponsmithing scrolls?
OT: Actually, that number is probably low.

(OT>The Magic Forge will allow us to craft weapons and armor,
which are needed for the more dangerous adventures.
We can use it to work magic into physical objects, as well!
The Magic Forge
OT>The Magic Forge is complete!)

Note: Future Adventures will be included in the related goal chain.

[Dabag]

C10 KITCHEN

Ivy: Hey, I hear you're sending some knights to the ancient vault.
Without food, they'll starve to death along the way. But I can help!
It seems to me that cooking isn't much different from potion-making:
You just throw a bunch of stuff together, and it sometimes explodes!
Come on, we'll stir up some bubbling stew using my cauldron!
Ruler: Umm... weren't you stirring some Rat Tails in there a while ago?
Maaaaaybe we should have a Kitchen, separate from the Potion Shop.
IVY: Oh, alright. But I'll have you know, some people consider Rat Tail Stew a delicacy.

(ivy>I guess I can go along with this Kitchen idea. Let's try a basic recipe first.
Flour is made from wheat, and is used in a lot of things.
The Kitchen *build a kitchen, mix a batch of flour*
ivy>See... Easy! We totally could have done that in my cauldron.)
(note: The Kitchen replaced - Ivy The Cook?)

Alright, We're flawless so far!
Ruler: To be fair, I think it's pretty hard to screw up flour?
IVY: Trust me, it's possible to screw up anything!
Ruler: Let's try making some actual food. That's the fun part, right?
IVY: Right! One Rat Tail Stew, coming up!
Ruler: Ivy...
IVY: Alright, alright.

(ivy>Let's put the Flour to use and make some Bread.
And how about some Grits, too? All that takes is Corn and Water!
Follow The Recipe *make bread & grits*
ivy>I'm going to be honest- I ate some. I hope the knights don't mind.)

IVY: Yeah, yeah.
(ivy>Apple pie is the best. Eating this is going to be even more fun than baking it.)
(Skunkless) Apple Pies *bake 2 pies* ivy>Smells amazing!)

IVY: Hey there! Ready for another cooking lesson from your pal Ivy?
Ruler: Umm... well...
IVY: Great! Our knights can't fight on an empty stomach.
If they're gonna bash those bandits, they need lots of carbs!
?no idea
IVY: No idea! Let's find out together!
I think Breaded Fish, Hearty Stew, and Skunk-kabobs would make a great feast!
Ruler: Umm... I don't know about that last one.

(ivy>Alright, we'll work on the first two.We can add Roast Chicken and Carrots to Water for the stew.
Then we'll roll some Fish in Bread crumbs!
Hearty Meals ivy>So, about those Skunk-kabobs?)

IVY: Great job with the cooking so far! What's the verdict on the Skunk-kabobs?
Ruler: I think our knights would prefer something less... stinky.
IVY: But the musk is part of the flavor!
Ruler: Look, how about some noodles instead? We'll make pasta.
IVY: Alright. What's a "noodle"?
Ruler: I'll walk you through it.

(ivy>Alright, fearless leader. Let's see the cooking magic!
First Noodles, then on to the final product: Pasta!
A Non-Skunk Option *make noodles & pasta*
ivy>Hey, this stuff isn't half bad!)

IVY: Alright, all that's left is to combine our dishes into a Hearty Feast!
Ruler: I had a lot of fun cooking with you.
IVY: Same here! And look, I included some surprise treats for the knights!
Ruler: Don't tell me.
IVY: SKUNK-KABOBS!
Ruler: ... (I hope our knights make it to the morning.)

(ivy>Ok, let's prepare the feast and bring it to the knights.)
The Hearty Feast *perfect for a fighting knight*
ivy>The feast is ready! Bandits, your days are numbered!)

Ruler: These oranges are nice and ripe.
Ivy, do you know any recipes that use oranges?
IVY: Orange juice? Let's squeeze the heck out of 'em!
Ruler: Hmm. Maybe something a little more... advanced?
IVY: But probably less fun.

(ivy>How about an Orange Cobbler? Maybe with a thin crust, dusted with sugar.
I'm making myself hungry just describing it.
Ambitious Oranges *bake 2 orange cobbler*
ivy>Do me a favor and stop me before I eat too much.)

Ruler: Nothing like the scent of fresh lemons. Maybe we could make lemonade?
OT: Oh, some cool lemonade would be splendid! This robe gets hot on a warm day.
Ruler: Thomas! Don't you have a lighter robe?
OT: No! But on days like this, I try to keep cool by wearing nothing underneath this one!
Ruler: That was more information than I needed.

(OT>Oh! My mistake. But there will still be lemonade, yes?
Ice Cold Lemonade *make 2 pitchers of lemonade- 1 for OT to cool him off! *
OT>Refreshing! I'm feeling cooler already)

FEED THE BARON - not a goal
The baron: I must say, you seem to be quite good at finding my favorite foods.
Delicious spiced truffles! Choice, succulent cuts of meat! Oh, it's like heaven!
Ruler: Is there a point to this?
The baron: Now, now. Can't we be friends and speak to each other nicely?
Ruler: Are you willing to change your ways and be forgiving, generous, and honest?
The baron: Well... no...
Ruler: Then no.
The baron: As you wish, my young pro tege. We needn't interact at all.
When you have Truffles and Prime Cuts to trade, prepare them at the Kitchen.
I've provided you with a new recipe!
FEED THE BARON- not a goal

IVY: Oh, Hot Peppers! I've always been fascinated with these.
Do you think you could harvest some for me to experiment with at the Potion Shop?
Twenty or thirty should do. Maybe thirty, just in case some are lost in an...accident.
Ruler: Hmm. Care to share what you're planning?
IVY: It's a surprise!
Ruler: ... I sure hope it's a *good* surprise...

(ivy>Just harvest up a whole bunch of Hot Peppers and hand'em over.
I've got some secret plans. I'll tell you if they pan out.
Hot Peppers For Ivy *give 30 peppers* ivy>Alright. Now, my Hot Pepper research begins!)

IVY: I've found it! The final piece of the puzzle!
My Hot Sauce didn't have quite enough "oomph" ...but I know what it's lacking.
Ruler: Please tell me it's something edible.
IVY: Yep! Rat Tails!
Ruler: I think we have different standards of "edible".

(ivy>Round me up some Rat Tails and I'll give you the finished recipe!
Ivy's Hot Sauce *give 30 rat tails*
Ivy>The recipe, as promised. The tail gives it extra kick!)

IVY: Orange Cobbler is good and all, but I really wanted to do some squeezing!
Why don't we make breakfast for everyone?
Ruler: Sure! I bet our knights will perform better if they eat properly in the mornings.
IVY: Great! We'll make a mountain of bacon and eggs for them to eat through!
Soon, we'll be known for having the chubbiest knights in the land!
(ivy>We can't skimp on breakfast. It's the most important meal of the day! We'll serve it buffet style at the Castle.
Balanced Breakfast * cook breakfast buffet* -bacon, eggs, and orange juice! ivy>Oof! I had too much bacon?)

Ivy: We've gotten pretty good at this, wouldn't you say? Soon, this kingdom might even get a reputation for having great food!
Ruler: I find it to be a nice break from being in charge. And it's fun to have a cooking partner.
You know, there are always people in other kingdoms who are short of food.
IVY: Are you thinking what I'm thinking?
Ruler: COOKING CARAVAN!
(ivy> Add to the caravan by tapping the "Load" button on each entry. I hope you're ready for some serious cooking!
Cooking Caravan *pies, cobbler, lemonade, buffets, breaded fish* caravan

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C11 MARKET REQUEST

OT: It seems people love the Market! It's very busy.
Ruler: Almost *too* busy. The merchants are nearly out of Eggs!
I think if we contribute some of our own supplies, we can prevent shortages.
OT: Oh, a fine idea. I'll ask the merchants what's needed! I'm quite good at organizing.
Ruler: Are you sure you're good at organizing? Your scrolls are uh... all over the place.
OT: I haven't lost a scroll yet! ... That I know of.
Ruler: In any case, let's do something about the Egg shortage.

(Merchants in your kingdom want Eggs. Fill the request by hitting the "Give" button below, but don't take too long!
Demand can change. Market Request: Eggs! *Don't delay! 48hours! The clock is ticking*

Ruler: Hmm, there's a commotion in the Market.
Demand for Milk is extra high right now. (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: It seems there's a shortage of Mushrooms at the Market?
Don't delay! The clock is ticking! (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: Now the merchants are saying they don't have enough Coal...
48hrs. Don't delay! (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: Hmm...from the sounds of things, the Market doesn't have
enough Sugar Cane to sell. (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: Looks like there's a shortage of Iron Ore at the Market. (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: Hmm, there's hardly any Roast Chicken at the Market (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: Looks like flower sellers at the Market are low on White Petals (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: The Market is low on Hides. I think I have some extra... (48hr tick tock)

Ruler: The Market smells better than usual. It must be low on Fish. (48hr tick tock)

C11 ROYAL EXCHANGE

OT: Now that this kingdom is growing, trade has increased by leaps and bounds.
Ruler: Oh, really? What have we traded today?
OT: I have no idea!
Ruler: Uh...that doesn't seem very organized. I think it would be best to conduct all of our trade at one place.
OT: A fine idea. Many kingdoms establish what is called a "Royal Exchange".

(OT>The Royal Exchange is a place where we can send goods out and receive goods in return.
It's a great way to turn our extra production into useful items.
The Royal Exchange *build royal exchange* become an economic powerhouse!
OT>Let the trading begin!)

OT: The Royal Exchange is open for business! Quite a splendid building.
I took the liberty of establishing several different trade routes. We can trade many different items,
such as produce, meat, and furs. New routes may become available as we level up or fulfill other requirement.

OT>I think you should do the honors of initiating our first trade. Pick a trade route and we'll send our couriers!
Trade Routes *complete a trade* OT>Trade complete! And we have the Trade Ticket to prove it!)

OT: You've received your first Trade Ticket!
OT: Trade tickets are official documents that confirm your status as a trader.
Each time you complete a trade, you will receive one ticket. Tickets can be traded in for special items!
Ruler: What sorts of items can I exchange them for?

(OT>Trade tickets can be exchanged for construction materials,
special expansion permits, and even unique buildings!
You can examine the list at the Royal Exchange! Trade Tickets * spend trade tickets*

The baron: Hello my young friend! If I seem chipper today, I have good reason!
Ruler: Are you here to gloat about something?
The baron: Nonsense. Ruffians gloat. Kings merely "decree". And my news is ...
I will soon reconstruct the home of the realm's royal family, and move in!
Ruler: What makes you think you can do that? You're not the king!
The baron: The king as passed away and the royal heir is missing! I'll do as I please!
Ruler: That building isn't yours to live in. And I'll prove it.
The baron: You'll *prove* that I don't own the Royal Chateau? Ha! I'd like to see you try

(> The deed to the Royal Chateau must be somewhere.
If you can find it, the Baron won't be allowed to move in.
Royal Proof *show deed* (>

IVY: I get the same question, again and again...
"Ivy, will any delicious desserts be available at the Royal Exchange?"
"We'd gladly pay you Gems for then!" But alas, no trade route exists to satisfy a sweet-tooth!
Woe to the people of the realm, denied refreshments! The world truly is cruel!
Ruler: Ivy, are you trying to subtly hint that we should offer desserts for trade?
IVY: Perceptive as always!

(Ivy>We've been cooking up so many delicious treats, it's be criminal not to offer them to the world!
Ship Out The Goodies *establish a Delicious Trade Route*
Ivy> The new trade route is open! And boy is it ever scrumptious!)

IVY: Hey! I was wondering, could I use the Royal Exchange?
Ruler: Sure, you're welcome to use it. What for?
IVY: I want to send some things to my sister. She's rather isolated.
Ruler: You never told me you had a sister!
IVY: Well, I do! You'd like her. She's got lots of personality! She lives very deep in a forest, though. She got chased out of her village, too!
Ruler: She did? Why?
IVY: They thought she was a witch, just because she turned two people into frogs.
Ruler: Oh. Umm... Just out of curiosity... How does she typically dress?
IVY: Usually in a black cloak and pointy black hat.
Ruler: How does she spend her day?
IVY: A lot of cauldron-stirring. Sometimes she talks to her pet bats.
Ruler: And her name wouldn't happen to be, you know... sinister-sounding?
IVY: It's Belladonna. Belladonna Griselda Ravenwood.
Ruler: Riiiiiiiiight. Are you sure that she's not actually...you know...
IVY: Totally! Don't worry. I just want to send her some things I know she needs!

(ivy>We'll send her stuff for her cauldron, and she'll give us shiny baubles in return!
She keeps those to attract local children so she can "fatten them up"!)
Ivy's Sister *establish Trade with Belladona*
ivy>Alright, the trade route is opened! Thanks. This will really help my sister out!)

The Baron: Seems you're trading up a storm with your new Royal Exchange!
Ruler: I should have known you'd show up.
The Baron: Don't be so suspicious! I'm here to establish cordial trade relations!
When I gave you your start here, I didn't expect you to become so?
Ruler: Profitable?
The Baron: Exactly! I'm here to establish a trade route specializing in one thing. Gold!
Remember? You traded me some for that pig, Sir Whats-his-name.
Ruler: Sir Pigglesworth.
The Baron: I trust he was juicy and tender?
Ruler: We didn't eat him!
The Baron: Well, whatever. Your strange bumpkin customs are your own.
My point is, our exchanges have always been fair and forthright.
Ruler: I'm not sure I want to deal with you.

(baron>Oh, you wound me! Very well, then-
we'll appoint a series of Trade Officials to administer the trade route.
Choose them from among your friends.
A Golden Trade* ask - 40 trade officials*
baron>The trade route is opened! Let the gold roll in!)

[Dabag]

C12 THURSTON THE KNIGHT Part 1

Thurston was introduced with the November 20, 2012 update
- A new character to rescue in the woods!
Thurston the Knight has a tale to tell and a sacred quest to complete,
but you'll have to help him out of his predicament first.
- Players of Level 15 or higher who fulfill certain conditions may encounter a new monster, the Glimmer Troll. And there are rumors of a Troll King

The Baron: The noises from this Glimmer Wood are... disconcerting.
Ruler: Everything sounds normal to me. Mooing, clucking, general bird noises, it's all there.
The Baron: There's sneezing. Find it! I don't want to take ill!

(baron>I become unpleasant when I'm ill.
1.A Mysterious Sneeze
*expand to boxer boy* (baron>There! The sneezing! )

Boy:C-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-c-cold!
Ruler: Oh! I knew I heard some sneezing from this direction!
BB: My c-c-c-c-lothes were s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-
Ruler: Stolen?
BB: Y-yes! My n-name is TH-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th... ....
...Th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-th-
Ruler: Um...maybe we'll have time for your name later.
For now, let's get you warmed up!

(BB>Th-th-th-th-th-thanks!
2.Just Warming Up *buy, sew, feed*
(BB>A thousand thanks to thee, kind stranger!)

BB: Thank you for your aid, o stranger! I am Thurston, a knight!
Ruler: Nice to meet you, Thurston. How did you come to be lost in the Glimmer Wood?
And uh... How did you come to be wearing only your boxer shorts?
Thurston: I came to this wood on a quest *most* sacred: to defeat the foul Troll King!
Alas, I became lost, and my splendid armor was stolen by Glimmer Trolls!
Oh, woe is me! A knight without armor is no knight at all! Oh, the shame!
Ruler: Don't despair just yet. Maybe I can help you find your armor!
Thurston: Oh, could you? N-nothing is more important! It says so in the Knights C-code!
But tell me, stranger, have you f-faced Glimmer Trolls before?
Ruler: Hmm...actually, I've never even seen one.
Thurston: Then heed my warning! Normal weapons have no effect. You will need a Magic Forge.

(thurston>W-without a Magic Forge to lend your blade an edge,
you'll be helpless against the Glimmer Trolls! Construct one, then return to me.
3. Trouble with Trolls *build Magic Forge, tell Thurston*
(thurston>You have a Magic Forge? Very well then.)

Thurston: Now, you must forge a blade. And not just any blade- an enchanted sword!
Ruler: Uh...does it really say that?

(thurston>To make an Enchanted Blade, reinforce a normal sword with silver.
Then, you will need to apply a magical essence, if such a thing can be found.
4. The Enchanted Blade *forge blade-you'll need it to battle Glimmer Trolls*
thurston>Is the blade ready?

Ruler: This blade feels light as a feather? The magic makes a big difference.
Thurston: Aye, and you seem c-c-capable with it!
That is good, for Rule 651 of the Knight's Code states:
"Swing thee no sword if thou art terrible at sword-swinging."
Ruler: Well, uh...good. I wouldn't want to disappoint the Knight's Code... I guess?
Thurston: You are now ready to beat up some Glimmer Trolls.
And beat them up you must! Beat them up, and retrieve my pants!
Ruler: Your pants?
Thurston: Aye! My armoured pants! For the Knight's Code states...
Ruler: Let me guess. It's something about not losing your pants, right?
Thurston: Amazing! *You* know the Knight's Code? What lord do you serve, fellow Knight?
Ruler: Never mind. Let's just find those pants.

(thurston>Glimmer Trolls hide very well, unless you know exactly where to look.
They enjoy human riches and food. Try looking in places where people visit or dwell.
5. Thurston's Pants *find & beat up glimmer trolls until you find Thurston's pants*

Ruler: Aha! This must be one of the Glimmer Trolls that Thurston talked about!
I wonder if he's the Pants thief? There's only one way to find out!
(thurston>My pants! You've found them!)

Thurston: Thank thee, brave Knight, for recovering my leggings from those foul Glimmer Trolls!
Ruler: Thurston, I was just kidding about being a-
Thurston: Now, you must recover my helmet.
For Rule 190 of the Knight's Code says: "Thou shalt not be without chrome to protect thy dome."
Ruler: ...Good advice. So the Glimmer Trolls stole your helmet, too?
Thurston: Aye! They threw it into a pond, and it sank to the bottom.
Ruler: The bottom of a pond? How am I supposed to get it out? Fish for it?
Thurston: Yes! But it's heavy. It would break a normal fishing hook in a second.
Ruler: Hmm. I think I have an idea.

(thurston>My helmet weights quite a lot. You won't be able to fish it out with a normal hook,
but perhaps you can think up a solution to that problem, brave Knight!
6. Hooked *forge dense fishing hook* thurston>A heavy-duty hook? It might work..

Ruler: Alright! This fish hook won't bend, no matter how heavy your helmet is.
Thurston: Then good luck to you, brave fisher-knight! May your struggle be valiant!
Ruler: I'm not sure fishing counts as "valiant".
Thurston: Nay! 'Tis a classic battle of fishing pole versus helmet!
Songs will be sung of this day!
Ruler: If you say so!

(thurston>I'm not sure which pond those trolls threw my helmet into,
but I heard the splash! It could be a Pond or a Well.
Just keep casting your line until it hooks something heavy!
7. Thurston's Helmet *fish out helmet*
(thurston>Zounds, my helmet is covered with seaweed!)

Thurston: My helmet smells a bit fishy but is otherwise in fair condition.
All that remains missing is my fine breastplate.
Ruler: Just point me in the right direction!
Thurston: Alas, no amount of pointing will do! For before my very eyes, the trolls destroyed it!
Ruler: Destroyed it? Then what can be done?
Thurston: It must be reforged!
Ruler: That seems...difficult. Your armor is pretty fancy.
Thurston: I have faith in your s****s, brave Knight! You only need Iron and Silver!

(thurston>I have no doubt that you can forge a Breastplate to match my Leggings and Helmet.
You have already proven your s****s twice!
8. Thurston's Breastplate *forge breastplate-it's the last piece of armor he needs!*
(thurston>My Breastplate! Hand me my armor, quickly!)

Thurston: Help me get buckled in! I've been without my armor for too long!

(thurston>Rule 219 of the Knight's Codes states: "To lose thine fancy armor is to lose thine honor!"
This will release me from my burden of shame!
9. Thurston Gets Dressed *give-helmet, breastplate, leggings*
(thurston>A thousand thanks! Watch now, as I don my armor!)

Thurston: Huzzah! Oh, the security of a stout piece of armor.
No longer shall I feel the chill wind of this wood, blowing against my backside!
Ruler: Feeling better? You've stopped shivering.
Thurston: I feel whole again. You've done me a great service, brave Knight.
Ruler: I'm not actually a knight. But I *am* the ruler of this kingdom!
Thurston: Oh! Forgive my impertinence! I should not have presumed!
Ruler: Don't worry about it. What do you plan to do now that your armor is returned?
Thurston: I am a knight with no lord to serve. I thought I could defeat the Troll King, but I failed.
Ruler: You haven't failed, Thurston. Your quest isn't over!

Ruler: If there's a Troll King here, we'll find him and give ham a butt-kicking he'll not soon forget!
Thurston: Huzzah! Then I shall pledge to your service, until our foe is defeated!
I, Sir Thurston, shall defend you from all dangers, my liege!
Ruler: Welcome. But you don't have to call me "my liege".
Thurston: But I do! Rule 782 of the Knight's Code-
Ruler: Alright, alright. I get it.

[Dabag]

C12 THURSTON THE KNIGHT Part 2

Thurston: Aha! You dare threaten my liege, you foul beast?
Ruler: Thurston, it's just a Skunkupine. I've been beating those things up for weeks.
Thurston: No need to put on a brave face, my sovereign! This most dangerous-
Ruler: It weighs less than a housecat.
Thurston: ...but...but... the Knight's Code states: "Protect thine liege from all perils!"
Ruler: It's ok, I'm good. Why don't you cheer me on?
Thurston: If that is what you wish, then very well!
Gadzooks and zounds! Thou are as strong as ten knights! To victory!
Ruler: Not bad!

(thurston>I shall cheer thee on, o brave champion!
This land shall be clear of Skunkupines, Fangbeasts and Glimmer Trolls!
10. Defeating Peril *defeat 10 each* (thurston>Victory is ours!)

Thurston: Bravo! I've never seen fighting such as that!
Why, you may even be a match for the Troll King himself!
Ruler: You've mentioned the Troll King a few times. Who is he?
Thurston: A foul creature who controls all the mischief in this wood.
'Tis my sacred quest and duty to see him defeated!
That is, if you want to. I know thou art busy.
Ruler: Thurston, it's ok. I'll help you. Why are you so doubtful?
Thurston: I am just not used to serving a liege who is so...agreeable...
Can I really trust thee? Am I to be fooled again?
Ruler: ! Thurston! Where did he run off to?

(thurston seems bothered by something, and is hesitant to talk. Maybe Old Thomas can give some advice
11. A Lieges Trust *ask OT- probably at his house* OT>Oh, hello there! I was just organizing my scrolls.)

Ruler: Old Thomas, have you talked to Thurston at all?
OT: Oh, that great brawny fellow in armor? No, I haven't. He seems distracted.
Ruler: Something is upsetting him.
OT: Perhaps so. I overheard him mutter that he was going to look for a Tavern. Do we have one of those?
Ruler: Hmm a Tavern, eh? Maybe he'll be in more of a talking mood there.

(OT>Well then, off you go to have a nice, friendly chat!
Though I suppose if we don't have a Tavern, you will have to build one first.
12. Drowning Sorrows *visit tavern, talk to Thurston* (Thurston> ...)

Thurston: ...
Ruler: Thurston, there you are. I've been looking all over.
Thurston: No need. I only wish to drown my sorrows in delicious, delicious root beer.
Ruler: Come on, you can talk to me. Why did you get so sad all of a sudden?
Thurston: Your promise to help me- I've heard such promises before.
Ruler: From who?
Thurston: My previous liege. He made many promises, and broke them all.
At first, I obeyed without question. He *promised* it was for the greater good.
But when he asked me to take part in a kidnapping, I finally refused.
He'd been duping me into doing his dirty work for years. His name was-
Ruler: Don't tell me...
Thurston: ...Baron Garland Pfeffernot.
Ruler: Oh, I knew it! That lousy no-good bum!
Ruler: Thurston, it takes courage to walk away from a bad situation like that.
Don't worry about promises. Just judge my actions, then decide. Is that fair?
Thurston: Oh. That sounds...alright! I feel much better now. Thank thee for talking.
Though, I'm afraid I was quite depressed and ordered too much food...

(thurston>Gadzooks! I seem to be short of coin for this food bill.
Perhaps if you pay it, you could take the food in exchange? A thousand pardons, my liege!
13. A Knights Past (thurston>Here's the leftover food.)

Ruler: Hey Thurston. Where are you off to in such a hurry?
Thurston: I am going to inspect the battlements, as a dutiful knight should.
Ruler: Battlements? I don't think we have those.
Thurston: Sure you do! Every ruler has battlements! For Rule 87 Of The Knight's Code states:
"Thy walls shall be high, to shoot down upon the enemy like "pew pew pew"!
Ruler: The Knight's Code has a "pew pew pew" noise written into it?
Thurston: Aye! Now, show me to your barricades! And I must test the depth of the moat!
Ruler: Umm...we're a little low on moats and barricades.
Thurston: What? But the Troll King could attack at any moment! We must prepare!

(thurston>A powerful siege crossbow will allow us to outrange any assault!
And of course, we'll need dozens of stout guards to man the walls! Extra stout!
14. Royal Defender * rally 60 stout knights & construct a Ballista*
(thurston>Our defenses shall never be broken!)

[after collecting from a Tavern]
Thurston: So many fine memories in this hallowed place.
Ruler: Oh, Thurston! What are you doing here?
Thurston: Just paying a proper Knight's tribute to a fine saloon.
Rule 156 of the Knights Code: "Thine parched throat shall be soothed by only the rootiest of root beers!"
Ruler: There's a Knights Code rule about...root Beer?
Thurston: Aye! This the sacred flavor that has fuelled many a questing Knight!
Oh, if only we could improve the capacity of this Tavern's root beer barrels!
Ruler: Thurston, is this your way of asking me to upgrade the Tavern?
Thurston: What! Surely nay, my liege...don't be...ridiculous. *cough*

(thurston>Thought if...the Tavern *were* to be upgraded by some coincidence...
I would, of course, forever thank thee. 15. Thurston's Thirst *upgrade tavern to lv.4*
(thurston>the taverns root beer reserves are now nearly bottomless. Huzzah!)
(Note: Thurston's Thirst was originally part of the 2013 upgrade goals -released at the same time as the 2013 Valentines Edition)

Thurston: Inspiring, is it not? Sixty stout knights and a splendid ballista!
Ruler: Is a *stout* knight better than a normal one, somehow?
Thurston: Twice as good, at least!
Ruler: What do you plan to do with all this stuff?
Thurston: The knights can stand watch at our walls! And as for the ballista...
...I was thinking, mayhap...we could build a fort. And put it on the roof.
And I could...mayhap...live happily in the fort. If thee would have me.
Ruler: Thurston, are you asking to build a house here and live with us?
Thurston: ... Aye.
Ruler: There's no need to by shy. Permission granted, Sir Knight!
Thurston: Truly? Huzzah!

(thurston>I'll set to building straight away!
We can mount the crossbow on the parapet, and the fearsome sight of it will ward away all enemies!
16. Thurston's Fort *build & place Thurston's fort*
(thurston>The Fort is complete! A thousand thanks to thee!)

Thurston: 'Tis time! Time to defeat the foul Troll King!
But we must be careful! He is a fearsome foe!
His leathery skin is impervious to all weapons. His bellow shakes the hills!
Ruler: He sound tough.
Thurston: Aye! But the Troll King has a weakness. We must forge the legendary sword? Excalibam!
Ruler: Don't you mean "Excalibur"?
Thurston: Nay! For Rule 3 of the Knight's Code states: "Copy thee not the name of another sword. Find thy own destiny!"
Ruler: Isn't that name still pretty close? It's like two letters different.
Thurston: The point is, we must wield Excalibam to enter the Troll King's lair!
To forge the sword, we will need Mithril. A rare and powerful metal.

(thurston>Mithril is difficult to obtain- but there must be a way. Why not ask Thomas for some advice?
He must know a method. 17. Forge Excalibam *forge Excalibam - you cannot defeat the Troll King without it!*

Ruler: Thomas, I need to find some Mithril. Give me good news!
OT: Mithril? We have a better chance of finding a polka-dot dragon dancing in town square!
Ruler: I don't like the sound of that...
OT: It's a very rare metal. There's none to be found around here except...
Wait! Let me check my maps!
... Ah, here! It's as I thought. The Dark Caves extend partially under this forest.
Back in the era of the Tabernum, those caves were known to contain rare minerals!
Ruler: Really? That sounds like a good solution!

(OT>The Dark Caves are a dangerous place. You will need to send your knights-
and make sure they have some sort of ward against the darkness and cold.
18. Secrets of Mithril *send knights, acquire Mithril* (OT>Aha! Mithril!)

(17. Forging Excalibam- thurston>Behold! Excalibam!)

Thurston: With the sacred sword of Excalibam on our side, we cannot fail.
It is time to put our courage to the test, and assault the Troll King's Lair!
Ruler: Do you have any idea where it is?

(thurston>The Troll King's Lair is to the northwest, I'm sure of it. The trolls all seem to come from that direction.
It shouldn't be far. 19. To The Troll Kings Lair *find & expand* (thurston>Look! There he is!)

Ruler: He looks tough!
Thurston: Aye, this shall be a long and difficult fight! But we will win the day!
To battle!
Ruler & Thurston together : CHARGE!

(thurston>He's a powerful foe, but don't give up! He will eventually fall!
20. Defeat the Troll King *banish him from the Glimmer Wood! - takes 99 hits to defeat* (thurston> Sweet victory! )

TROLL KING DEFEATED. BIG RED RUBY & ROYAL POINTS.
TROLL PIT UNLOCKED

[Dabag]

C13 THE BARON & Sir Pigglesworth

The Baron: Well, well! That's a Prime Cut of meat you've got there!
Ruler: Didn't you say you were leaving?
The baron: Leave? How can I stay away for long when there's delicious meat to be had?
Why, that's a meal fit for a king! Perhaps a trade can be arranged.
I have items you need, and you have delicious cutlets that I need!
Ruler: I don't suppose any of this meat will go to the hungry people of your kingdom, huh!
The Baron: What? Oh, heavens no

(baron>If you're that concerned, use the items I'll trade you to help your people however you like!
Prime Cuts *give 6 prime cuts*
baron>Here. Put a roof over that impetuous head of yours *got wood beam*)

The Baron: Hold on there, my young friend. I've come to ask something of you!
Ruler: If it's about your "Royal Tribute" you can forget it.
The Baron: Not at all! It's about my pet pig, Sir Pigglesworth.
Ruler: *You* have a pet pig?
The Baron: Sir Pigglesworth was specially bred as an item-finding pig. He *loves* rooting for items.
But, he doesn't know when to stop! He roots everywhere! Even in my gardens!
He digs up my floorboards, pulls the stuffing out of seat cushions, rumples the rugs! He's a menace to society!
Ruler: Why don't you let me take him? We could use an item-rooting pig around here.
The Baron: For *free*? After all I paid for him? Not a chance! No, I'm here to propose a deal!
Ruler: What sort of deal? I don't trust you as far as I can throw you.
The Baron: I desire items for my collection of riches. A Golden Egg, Golden Apple, and Gold Nugget.
Find them for me, and Sir Pigglesworth is yours. What do you think?
Ruler: I'll try. For Sir Pigglesworth's sake.

(baron>These golden artifacts are very rare and hard to find. Let's see how resourceful you are!
Sir Pigglesworth *nugget from mine, egg from chicken, apple - tree from adventure or
market -not crab apple tree*
baron> As promised- Sir Pigglesworth. Item-rooter extraordinaire!)

The Baron: Hello again! I'm holding a barbecue at my palace that I'm afraid you're not invited to.
I wonder, could you produce some more of those Prime Cuts of meat?
Ruler: Give me one good reason why I should.
The Baron: I'll give you 1,500 golden, shining reasons why! Not to mention a few items as well!

(baron>Come on, it's a fine deal, isn't it? You can use that money to...ugh... "help the poor" ... if you like.
Who wouldn't trade Prime Cuts for peace of mind?
High Steaks *give 30 prime cuts*
baron>Perhaps some of the royalty of these jewels will rub off on you - collect jewels)

The Baron: Ho ho! I see you've found a Truffle!
Ruler: Sure. Why do *you* care?
The Baron: Truffles are my favorite delicacy! Status food for the super-rich and important! I eat them every day!
Ruler: So every day you're...
The Baron: Truffling, yes. Every day I'm truffling.
If you could gather more of these lovely morsels, I'd reward you most handsomely!
Ruler: If I give you Truffles, will you go away? Because that'd be a great reward.

(baron>Now, now! No need to get hostile just because I'll soon be fitted for the crown.
I pledge to look kindly upon the filthy peasant types that inhabit your kingdom!
The Truffle Hustle * give 6 truffles*
baron>This may help you. Your buildings look like they're falling apart. -collect stone block)

Ruler: Well, isn't he cute! Come on, Sir Pigglesworth! This is your new home!

(baron>I think this worked out for both of us. Now I get to go home and wallow in gold!
And you get another misfit to add to your amusing band.
A New Home *place & feed sir piggy* baron> He's your problem now!)

Sir Piggy: R-oooink oink!
Ruler: Well, look who's all grown up!
Sir Piggy: *snuffle snuffle*
Ruler: What's that, Sir Pigglesworth? You're hungry?
Sir Piggy: *snort?*
Ruler: Ok, boy, don't worry. We'll fix you something to eat!

(sir piggy>*snort snort* Oink! *snuffle snuffle*
Sir Pigglesworth Says Hello * pet sir piggy -he's a loyal piggy! & feed him 50 strawberries*
(Sir Pigglesworth thanks you by finding a Wisp Lantern!)

The Baron: That last batch of Truffles you gave me was scrumptious!
After my coronation, perhaps you can become my official truffle-rooter!
Ruler: Pass.

(baron>In any case, more Truffles are needed- I have a feast to throw!
Necessary Truffness * give 30 truffles - he'll reward you with glue*
baron>Here. Patch a few of the cracks in that "castle" of yours.)

FEED THE BARON - not a goal
The baron: I must say, you seem to be quite good at finding my favorite foods.
Delicious spiced truffles! Choice, succulent cuts of meat! Oh, it's like heaven!
Ruler: Is there a point to this?
The baron: Now, now. Can't we be friends and speak to each other nicely?
Ruler: Are you willing to change your ways and be forgiving, generous, and honest?
The baron: Well...no...
Ruler: Then no.
The baron: As you wish, my young prot ege. We needn't interact at all.
When you have Truffles and Prime Cuts to trade, prepare them at the Kitchen.
I've provided you with a new recipe!

Note: FEED THE BARON :recipe at top of kitchen listing- not a goal > many think this should be in the Royal Exchange as a Trade!

[Dabag]

C14 2013 VALENTINE EDITION

Note: This whole Valentine Edition is very disjointed- depends on the time it takes to complete each goal.
Keeping goals & dialog together is easier when visually divided from others. Makes for a better understanding of the storyline.
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STRANGENESS IN THE AIR:
Ruler: Umm... Thomas? Doesn't something seem strange all of a sudden?
OT: Oh, I'm sorry- I've been sorting through my scrolls. Is something different?
Ruler: The trees are purple!
OT: Oh! So they are. Also, a pink mist seems to be eddying out of the wood.
Ruler: Something very weird is at work here! As Royal Scholar, I shall help you investigate!
(OT>If the flora and fauna of the wood have changed, that's where we should start.
Try searching the trees, rocks and flowers to see what you can find.
Strangeness In The Air *find clues*
(OT>This calls for further study! "Royal" study! -love shack unlocked)

Ruler: Thomas, look at this wood! It's pink!
OT: Astounding! Something is changing the nature of the Glimmer Wood itself!
Ruler: I hope whatever it is, it isn't dangerous.
OT: We need to see more to know more.

Ruler: This stone is all pink and spongy... Thomas, what is this stuff?
OT: In all my scrolls I've never read of anything like it! This is quite a mystery.
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IVY'S CONCERNS
IVY: I tell you, there's some fishy stuff going on around here.
Ruler: I was just telling Thomas that. How are *you* feeling?
IVY: I feel fine, so far. It's the animals I'm worried about.
They seem to be acting a little strange. Could you help me check on them?
(ivy>I can't quite put my finger on what's wrong- but the animals seem...different somehow.
Ivy's Concerns *tend animals until you see something strange*

Ruler: Wait... a chocolate egg? What's going on here?
IVY: Did it come from a chocolate chicken?
Ruler: No. Something weird is definitely up with these animals.

Ruler: Uhh... did this cow just give... Milk Chocolate?
IVY: It sure did! Wow! I've never seen *that* happen before.
Ruler: But... how is that even possible? Milk is a liquid and Chocolate...

Ruler: This pig just found a chocolate truffle. But if it was in the *ground*, how did the chocolate-
IVY: Now, now! Don't look a gift truffle in the mouth, I always say!
Ruler: When have you ever said that?
IVY: Now seems like a good time to start!
(ivy> I thought I'd seen every weird thing an animal could do. Nope- this is a new one)
.Box of Chocolate unlocks
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THE LOVE SHACK: follows Strangeness in the Air
Ruler: Thomas... do you feel strange at all?
OT: Not at all. I'm normal as ever!
This morning I went about my usual routine. I wrote in my journal...organized my scrolls...
and spent about three hours cutting my spare parchment into heart-shapes!
Oh, dear. I suppose that last one is a bit strange.
Ruler: Something is going on, alright. The wood is getting all lovey-dovey.

OT: We should build a place to store and test anything related to these events.
Ruler: Like a laboratory?
(OT>Indeed! Magical mysteries don't solve themselves-
they require dedicated space to learn and experiment! I've even thought of a good name for it.
The Love Shack *build a Love Shack - the first step towards learning more*
(OT>Soon, we'll get to the bottom of this) *Spire of Love unlocked
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BOX OF CHOCOLATES : after Ivy's Concerns completed
IVY: We need to act quickly on this animal chocolate bonanza!
Ruler: Agreed! Let's figure out what magic is at work and-
IVY: -make delicious chocolates for all!
Ruler: Wait, What? But doesn't it bother you that we have no idea who to-
IVY: Our cows are giving out free chocolate and *you* want to stop it?
Ruler: Hmm? well, when you put it that way?
(ivy>I knew you'd come around! This is a perfect chance to indulge your sweet tooth.
Not to mention, brighten someone's day!
Box of Chocolates *craft box of chocolates at the Love Shack * (ivy>I'm going to eat this first batch myself!)
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A MONUMENT TO LOVE: follows Love Shack
OT: So, are you ready to construct a Spire of Love?
Ruler: Spire of Love? I thought we were just doing research.
OT: But I *was* investigating! And in doing so I became inspired!
The pink stone and wood seem to have an intoxicating effect!
Ruler: That would explain a lot.
OT: As I studied, I was overcome with an urge to lovingly hug things!
As it turned out, the only nearby creature was a cow.
That situation quickly became awkward for all concerned.
Ruler: Riiiiiight...
OT: Afterward, inspiration struck me and I drew up plans for a Spire, on the spot!
(OT>I imagine it as a splendid place, with romantic views from the pinnacle.
A fine monument to all manner of affectionate feelings.
A Monument To Love *build & collect from Spire of Love*
(OT>Isn't it grand? The Royal Points are just a bonus!)
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THIS OLD SPIRE:
OT: Let's see. A textured railing for the balcony...
flower arrangements for the interior staircase... perhaps we could even install a violinist at the apex!
Ruler: Thomas! Are you still obsessing over that Spire of Love?
OT: Err... no. ... Ok, yes.
Ruler: What am I going to do with you? At this rate, we'll never solve this mystery!
OT: I promise! Just a few improvements to the Spire and we'll be back on track.
Ruler: Oh, very well. You're lucky I like you.
OT: Oh, wonderful! I'll be right back with the plans!
Ruler: ... (Things are getting stranger and stranger around here...)
(OT>Some additional stone here, a dab of paint there-- it's really nothing complicated.
And the results will render it even more Royal than before!
This Old Spire * upgrade Spire of Love to lv.3 and collect 1x*
(OT>A Spire to be proud of)
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EAGER THOMAS:
OT: Once we have our Love Shack, we'll need materials to test with!
I haven't been this excited since we built the Workshop!
Ruler: I'm glad you're excited, but-
OT: We could design a Love Lantern. Or a Love Fountain. Or a Love ... Telescope!
Ruler: Aren't you a little worried about the unexplained changes to our kingdom?
OT: The what now?
Ruler: The weird stone and wood. The pink and purple trees.
Not to mention, your newfound desire to cut out hundreds of parchment hearts.
(OT>Oh, yes- that. Don't fret- with enough materials, we'lll get to the bottom of this mystery.
Eager Thomas *gather-love wood, love stone, entwined seedlings*
(OT>This is enough to get started.)
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ENTWINED SEEDLINGS
Ruler: This seed has two little sprouts poking out!
OT: That's an "Entwined Seed". They're said to be an omen of luck in love!
Ruler: Love, huh! I'm starting to sense a pattern here.
IVY: Hey, I heard you found some strange seeds! Can I see?
(ivy>The changes to this forest are amazing. I bet the seeds you found have something to do with it!
Entwined Seedlings * give seedling to Ivy*
(ivy>Ooh, interesting! I know just what to do with these. Let's see what we can grow!)
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VALENTINE BOTANY:
IVY: It's been so long since I had new plants to fool around with!
If you can provide more seeds, we can cultivate them and see what grows!
Ruler: You mean you don't know what will spring up?
IVY: Could be anything! These seedlings have a special magic to them.
(ivy>We'll start with something small first. But once we get the hand of it,
I think we could grow larger plants- even trees!
Valentine Botany *complete 3 botany projects-use the Love Shack*
(ivy>This is a lot of fun! Let's step up the difficulty and try to grow some trees!)
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VALENTINE FORESTRY
IVY: These seeds grow amazingly fast! They sprout in hours, not days or weeks.
I think we're ready to try growing a tree!
Ruler; Good! I was getting tired of flowers, anyway. And the trees are really impressive.
(ivy>This might take a bit longer, and a little more water, but the results will be worth it.
Valentine Forestry *complete 3 forestry projects*
(ivy>This might take a bit longer, and a little more water, but the results will be worth it.
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THE MASTER BOTANIST:
IVY: The changes in the wood have introduced a large number of new plants.
I wonder if we can collect them all?
(ivy>I've found nine new plant species in the Glimmer Wood since this all started.
I think we can collect them all. The Master Botanist
* grow or buy - Romantic Larkspur, Talinum Incarnadine, Playful Trillium, Pink-Flower Penstemon,
Sprite Blossoms, Flowering Bush, Fluttermush Ring, Amorous Reeds, Lustweed*
(ivy>We truly are master botanists!)
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BEAT UP THE ... LOVECUPINE:
Ruler: Thomas, look! That Skunkupine has pink fur!
OT: Very curious! Whatever is afoot, the Skunkupines have been affected as well.
I suggest we call them "Lovecupines!" Perhaps the changes extend to their scent, as well!
It could be perfume, or...
Ruler: Thomas! Don't get too close!
OT: Oh dear. They still smell as terrible as ever.
(OT>Perhaps we could learn more about the changes to the Glimmer Wood
if you clobber a few of those Skunkupines! A sample of that huggable, soft, fluffy Pink Fur would be a fine start!
Beat Up The...Lovecupine *homemade sword-beat up lovecupine*
(OT>Rather pungent for how cute they are, aren't they?)
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PINK PELTS:
OT: Lovecupine fur may be the key to unlocking this mystery!
Ruler: Are you sure you don't want it *just* because it's pink and fluffy?
OT: Oh, no, no. For research purposes only.
Ruler: I get the feeling your "research" will consist of diving into a pile of fluffy furs.
OT: ... It may.
(OT>Something changed that fur pink. By examining the hairs, maybe we can figure out what it was!
Pink Pelts *collect 20 pink furs* (OT>Quite a fluffy pile of furs!)
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KNIGHTLY CONFIDENCE:
Ruler: Oh, hi there Ivy. Were you looking for Thurston?
IVY: Yeah. Since this whole "love spell" thing started he's been shuttered up in his house.
I just wanted to check on him.
Ruler: Well, let's knock on the door.
IVY: (*knock knock*) Thurston! Come out!
Thurston: Nay! For Rule #9 of the Knight's Code states:
"Put no matters of the heart before thy sacred duty as a Knight!"
I must stay in solitude, to avoid the perils of temptation! (*slam*)
IVY: I just wanted to give you a Valentine, you big dummy!
(ivy>We just need to get him out of his shell, that's all.
I know just the gift to do it. Soon, he'll be strutting around like a peacock!
Knightly Confidence *forge at Love Shack & give Knightly Bling Bling to Thurston*
(ivy>He'll want to come out and show this off!)
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THE PLAY'S THE THING
IVY: Thurston! I've got something for you to try on!
Thurston: Gold adornments... As a Knight, I should shun such gaudy riches!
IVY: Come on! There's no harm in letting your hair down and showing a little flash!
Thurston: Nay, Lady Ivy. Service to my liege is the only currency in which I trade!
IVY: Ooh, very well-spoken. In fact, with line delivery like that, you could be on stage!
Thurston: What!? But-
IVY: No *buts* about it! You're definitely leading man material!
So let's get you out of that stuffy fort and into a leading role!
(ivy>I just need some time to write up a short play. In the meantime, we'll need a place to perform it.
The Play's The Thing *build a Theater, upgrade theater to lv.3, start play*
(ivy>The curtain will go up soon! Everyone, to the Theater!)
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RESEARCHING THE STEED
Welcome To "The Adventures Of Sir Swagger"
A Short Play By Ivy Ravenwood
Starring
Ivy as "Princess Beautella"
And
Thurston as "Sir Swagger"

IVY: "Oh, woe is me! I am promised to marry the foul Baron,
and under constant guard!"
"But, my heart belongs to another! The hunky and confident Sir Swagger!"
...I said,"But my heart belongs to another! The hunky and confident Sir Swagger!"
Thurston: Oh! That was my cue!
Umm... "Never fear... Lady Brutella!"
IVY: That's *Beautella*!
Thurston: "Never fear, lady Beautella. For your rescuer, Sir Swagger, is..."
Ugh... must I truly recite this line?
IVY: Just read it!
Thurston: "Your rescuer, Sir Swagger, is...?
"...all up in the heezy. Ready to...check some fools. And...bring the pain."

OT: Taut writing!
Ruler: Yeah, uh...it's a real masterpiece.
Thurston: I'm sorry, Lady Ivy. I'm just not cut out for such things.
IVY: But there must be *something* that would make you feel better about Valentine's Day!
Thurston: Well? a knight is always more at ease when riding a noble steed.
Perhaps with a foot in the stirrup, I would be less flustered by affections.
IVY: Hmm...a steed, huh... Just leave it to Ivy!
(ivy>If Thurston needs a steed to cheer him up, we'll find him the rarest and most magnificent in all the land!
Researching The Steed *check a lv.5 library for information on Rare Steeds - a horse of a different color!*
(ivy>Look- I think I found something!)
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THE MYSTIC ALICORN
IVY: According to what I've read, the rarest steed in the land is the mystic Alicorn!
It's a horned, winged horse that is said to never get tired!
Ruler: An Alicorn... Aren't those a myth?
IVY: Not according to this book I found!
It'll just take a little fancy alchemy. All the Alicorns in this land are long gone.
But, if we find a Sacred Wing and Sacred Horn, we can summon one back!
Ruler: Where are we going to find a Sacred Wing and Sacred Horn?
IVY: Well, unfortunately they're not just laying around. They're very rare.
But they do exist. We'll just need to send our Knights out on Adventures.
(ivy>Sacred Horn and Sacred Wing are very rare.
As our knights travel the land, we will have to hope they can find these items and bring them back.
The Mystic Alicorn * find a Sacred Wing -the feathered wing of an Alicorns &
find a Sacred Horn -the pointed horn of an Alicorn*
(ivy>Finally! Both pieces of the Alicorn puzzle!) *Alicorn Summoning unlocked in the Love Shack*
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ALICORN SUMMONING:
IVY: By offering the Wing and Horn, we can entice an Alicorn to return to this realm.
We only need a beacon to guide them back. A little bottled light should do the trick!
Now, its just a matter of waiting.
(ivy>By all the powers that be - we summon forth the mystic Alicorn,
most majestic and serene of creatures! Come forth, Alicorn!
Alicorn Summoning * complete the Alicorn Summoning - Use the Love Shack!)
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