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Gordon is very unsure on what to choose. But since he does not have much options he says to the man "Well, then, I will cooperate with you sir. I hope that you are able to protect us from destruction. Anyway, what do you mean by 'unnecessary display of magical aptitude?'. After saying that Gordon decides to go and have a seat next to where the woman is.

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"With today's technological advancement, it's nearly impossible to show you magic and hope that you will understand. Magic being proved or not shouldn't be your concern right now.

Are you ready to enter the projection, or would you like to ask any questions? You will be in there for quite some time."

As he says that the man reveals two small devices, about the size of a palm, that have numerous cables about them, all ending in needle-like plugs. While waiting for a response, he says:

"Oh, by the way, my name is Jacob, all this made me forget to introduce myself."

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"Æthrom, Cyrvil Æthrom is my name and I just have one question sir." She makes a small pause. " W-Will it hurt?" She says as she bows her head down from embarrassment. Regardless the answer of course, after he answer. She makes determinedly yet scared nod looking at Jacob meaning that she is ready.

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Gordon observes the projectors and he wonders on what happens to him when it is activated, so he says to Jacob "If we survive the process of the projection, what happens next?".

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"Then we promise protection without expiration. We will use the data you collect to ensure the security of the Artifacts."

After he says that he asks of you to remain seated, and clicks his fingers. Instantaneously, two other men dressed in more simple clothing appear is a sudden loud cracking noise.

The men wear the same headband as Jacob, and start hooking you up with the machines. After a 5-minute process they declare that everything is ready.

With a nod, Jacob gives the signal to begin the projection.

Both fall unconscious in less than 4 seconds of numbness all around. What they suddenly feel and experience is almost beyond explanation. They feel and think as another person, and they cannot control either thought or actions. They are watching the ultimate movie!..

You, as players are still in control, now using your own characters, namely Cyrvil and Gordon!

Cyrvil and Gordon are in ancient Greece, in the year 436B.C.. The first is a woman from the northern barbaric lands that travels around the world, and the latter is a warrior of Athens. They have met on the road, as Gordon was sent on a noble quest by the council of the city-state of Athens, among 197 of the city's finest. The quest involved visiting an ancient (Even for the time) dungeon in order to retrieve a magical rod that could, in the hands of the worthy, grant the wielder one of father-god Zeus" powers - the power to control thunder"¦ and lightning! This magical rod was made known to the people of Athens via the Oracle of Delphi, Pythia:

"["¦]For when the time will come for mortals to show their true submission to the son of Cronus and Rhea (Implying of course Zeus), a sealed gate to the depths of this world will open. Revealing a passage that only the worthiest, the best men of the best city of mortals in the world, will be able to pass. ["¦] At the core of Mount Olympus, the gates that lead to the second largest gift that Zeus has given to mankind will be opened. Under the light of the 3rd full moon of this year, and during a thunderstorm Hellas hasn't seen in millenniums, the passage shall be revealed!"

Of all those men that hoped to fulfill the prophecy, Gordon was the last to survive the various challenges of the road. Their battalion was intercepted by Spartan Hoplites, who have traveled from quite far in hopes of arriving there first. The two forces were fairly equal, and the Spartans who were 160 were down to 5, and the Athenians from 198 down to 1. Gordon was held captive, and despite being a weak woman in his eyes, Cyrvil managed to save him by slaying all his captors without anyone noticing.

Convinced that he is the chosen one, Gordon is almost there, and tonight is the night that the Oracle has foretold. Cyrvil, without having anything that could possibly sound more interesting than that, decided to stick along.

Now facing the grant Mountain Olympus, both are caught in a wild thunderstorm, and in the distance, they notice a fraction of light that shines bright, forming a spire starting from a small opening in the clouds, that directly connects with a specific point at the base of the mountain.

The two approach, and find a double-door carved into the stone. They push it open, only to reveal a long corridor. The corridor seems to lead to a downward staircase.

You are now in full control! Enjoy the quest for the first Artifact!

Rather off topic, but...
At the prophecy part, I had written a full page on Microsoft Word, and I just realized there is already plenty of text for the players, and cut it short. I put a [...] symbol to show that a part has been cut!

Edited: Johnathan on 12th Jun, 2014 - 8:27pm

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When Gordon open the gates, he looks at Cyrvil and he says to her "This must be the dungeon, let's go". Gordon goes forward and he goes down the stairs as he stays cautious of his surroundings.

Out Of Character: Jonathan, what kind of weapons that Gordon and Cyrvil currently has at this time?

Edited: Felipe on 12th Jun, 2014 - 9:03pm

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The ones mentioned in your statblock are perfectly fine. An Athenian Hoplite would use shield+spear as his main weapory, and keep his sword as a reserve! Good luck down there, it's deadly and dangerous!

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While Gordon looks at Cyrvil he sees her smirking and with few tears on her eyes making them sparkle. Her excitement makes her walking fast forward looking her surrounding happily. "Aah, it's so great! My life it's getting more and more interesting! Forward to the unknown!" *Giggles* She smirk as she is trying not to smile at her fullest. But, after some seconds she just stops ands goes back to Gordon following him from behind after a more clear and calm thought and realization. Remaining completely quite.

Edited: Kamsans on 12th Jun, 2014 - 9:58pm