3 or 4 maybe?

 

4 minutes ago, Gudrean said:

3 or 4 maybe?

 

Fair call. I'll put a vote in for 4 for the moment.

Okay. Let's see of there is anything here before going into the temple. 

We go foraging

 

*****

 

Story:

You explore the rocky cliffs near the Temple of Tides, and after a careful search, you uncover a narrow, moss-covered crevice. Inside, tucked safely in a dry alcove, lies an old stash left behind long ago. It contains two sealed ration packs, a small pouch jingling with coins, and a water-damaged scroll bound with kelp string.

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Updated Stats:

• HP: 20 / 20
• EP: 10 / 10
• Elemental Strengths:
  • Air: 1
  • Water: 8
  • Fire: 1
  • Earth: 1
  • Spirit: 1
• Inventory:
  • Basic Adventurer Kit
  • Rations (3 packs) – restores 5 HP each
  • Magical Revive Stones (3)
  • Orb of Purity – Enhances healing and calms elemental energy
  • Adept’s Charm – Boosts water spell strength
  • Shimmering Amulet – Increases range and control of water magic
  • Small pouch of coins – 10 copper coins
  • Faded Scroll – Water-damaged, unreadable until dried or repaired
• Spell Book:
  • Aqua Surge (Level 8):
    • Heals multiple allies
    • Pushes back large threats
    • Dispels magical barriers
    • Weakens hostile spells
    • Enhanced range and control via relics

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Outcome of the Choice:
You successfully found a hidden cache with extra food, currency, and a mysterious scroll.

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Next Choices:

1. Dry and inspect the scroll to see if it reveals anything useful.
2. Return to the Temple entrance and prepare to go inside.
3. Call upon your water allies and see if they respond to the relics.
4. Search for more ancient carvings or magical symbols on the cliffs.
5. Head back to the forest edge to look for other travelers or traders.

What will you do next?

Gotta read the scroll. It could be the lost outriggers notes. 

Dry and inspect the scroll!!

We will dry and inspect the scroll

 

*****

 

Story:
You gently dry the scroll in the sunlight and trace the restored glyphs with your fingers. The ink gleams faintly as the runes react to your water affinity. Though incomplete, the scroll reveals a partial incantation for a Water Barrier spell—a protective ward of swirling liquid energy capable of absorbing magical and physical harm.

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Updated Stats:

• HP: 20 / 20
• EP: 10 / 10
• Elemental Strengths:
  • Air: 1
  • Water: 8
  • Fire: 1
  • Earth: 1
  • Spirit: 1
• Inventory:
  • Basic Adventurer Kit
  • Rations (3 packs)
  • Magical Revive Stones (3)
  • Orb of Purity
  • Adept’s Charm
  • Shimmering Amulet
  • Small pouch of coins (10 copper)
  • Faded Scroll – Fragment of Water Barrier spell
• Spell Book:
  • Aqua Surge (Level 8):
    • Heals multiple allies
    • Repels large threats
    • Dispels magical barriers
    • Weakens hostile spells
    • Enhanced by relics for range and precision

---

Outcome of the Choice:
You’ve revealed a powerful but incomplete Water Barrier spell that may be restored with further knowledge or components.

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Next Choices:

1. Attempt to restore the Water Barrier spell using elemental insight.
2. Enter the Temple and search for the missing components.
3. Meditate near the sea to try unlocking the spell naturally.
4. Save the scroll and focus on your current goals.
5. Search the cliffs further for other scrolls or relics.

if we do 1 will it use up power and if we do 3 it might be cheaper?

I think we meditate and sea if thr ocean tells us how to make it work.

Spoiler

Iay have watched Moana recently,  lol.

 

 

Edited March 28Mar 28 by Ithillian Turambar

7 minutes ago, Ithillian Turambar said:

 

Is this your theme song?

Lmao that's not even a song. Do I have to find one. Ok one second.

 

this be me ^^^^

 

Ok we gonna ask the ocean

 

***

 

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Story:
You walk down to the shoreline and kneel in the sand, placing the scroll before you and closing your eyes. As the tide gently rolls in, you open your senses and focus on the rhythm of the water, breathing in time with the waves. The Orb of Purity begins to glow softly, resonating with your intent.

A vision begins to form in your mind—a memory left behind by a long-lost Water Sage. You see a figure forming a wall of shimmering liquid to shield a group from falling debris. As the vision fades, you feel a flicker of understanding settle into your mind. Though still not fully formed, the Water Barrier spell begins to take shape.

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Updated Stats:

• HP: 20 / 20
• EP: 10 / 10
• Elemental Strengths:
  • Air: 1
  • Water: 8
  • Fire: 1
  • Earth: 1
  • Spirit: 1
• Inventory:
  • Basic Adventurer Kit
  • Rations (3 packs)
  • Magical Revive Stones (3)
  • Orb of Purity
  • Adept’s Charm
  • Shimmering Amulet
  • Small pouch of coins (10 copper)
  • Faded Scroll – Partially restored Water Barrier spell
• Spell Book:
  • Aqua Surge (Level 8):
    • Heals multiple allies
    • Repels large threats
    • Dispels magical barriers
    • Weakens hostile spells
    • Enhanced by relics
  • Water Barrier (Unstable):
    • Grants partial damage absorption
    • Must be stabilized before combat use

---

Outcome of the Choice:
You have partially unlocked the Water Barrier spell through meditation. It now exists in unstable form and needs further refinement.

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Next Choices:

1. Enter the Temple to seek full knowledge of the Water Barrier spell.
2. Continue meditating to stabilize the spell further.
3. Visit the Guardian of Balance to seek guidance on advanced spell recovery.
4. Practice the unstable version in a safe setting near the water.
5. Set the scroll aside and resume your quest.

Might as well try again. Who is the water guardian?

The Guardian of Balance is the dude from the start of the Adventure who gave us the 'just in case Turin kills you' stones

Oh. Cool. 

I wonder what loot they have?

I guess we're gonna achieve zen at this rate!

You can't Loot the Guardian!

 

*****

 

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Story:
You remain by the sea, eyes closed, allowing the waves to wash around you as you channel your elemental connection inward. The memory of the Water Sage lingers in your mind—fluid movements, protective intent, and harmony with the element. You let that vision guide you, weaving your magic in slow, deliberate layers.

The unstable spell begins to resonate more clearly. Glyphs from the scroll echo in your thoughts, snapping into clarity. A glowing thread of water curls around your hands, forming a protective veil. When you open your eyes, the water lingers a moment—whole and controlled—before fading gently back into the tide.

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Updated Stats:

• HP: 20 / 20
• EP: 10 / 10
• Elemental Strengths:
  • Air: 1
  • Water: 9
  • Fire: 1
  • Earth: 1
  • Spirit: 1
• Inventory:
  • Basic Adventurer Kit
  • Rations (3 packs)
  • Magical Revive Stones (3)
  • Orb of Purity
  • Adept’s Charm
  • Shimmering Amulet
  • Small pouch of coins (10 copper)
  • Scroll – Now fully deciphered
• Spell Book:
  • Aqua Surge (Level 8):
    • Heals multiple allies
    • Repels large threats
    • Dispels magical barriers
    • Weakens hostile spells
    • Enhanced by relics
  • Water Barrier (Level 1):
    • Creates a flowing shield that absorbs a moderate amount of physical and magical damage for one turn
    • Can be used to protect self or an ally

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Outcome of the Choice:
You fully stabilized and learned the Water Barrier spell. Your Water strength increased to Level 9.

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Next Choices:

1. Enter the Temple of Tides now fully prepared.
2. Test the new spell in a real-world situation near the water.
3. Search the beach and cliffs for more magical traces or relics.
4. Return to the Guardian of Balance to report your progress.
5. Rest and regain focus before advancing further.

Ooh, our defense is getting stronk. 

But, when do we learn to punch?

I guess let's go for it?!? *higher register*

We can't punch but we have a butter knife! Let's go!

1 hour ago, Turin Turambar said:

Ooh, our defense is getting stronk. 

But, when do we learn to punch?

Smh y'all this is why you pick fire whenever you're given a choice 😤 j/k