Love is a cruel mistress

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As seen by Anonymous. Posted under Midkemia Online as a Funnies log.

From the perspective of Deorai, who speaks both Kingdom Human and Moredhel and acts as a horrible, horrible translator.

Submitted 5 Mar 2010. 2369 views in total, 0.46 per day.

Sar-Sargoth Central Square.
A small goblin has been covered in a layer of ice, one long icicle hanging from his nose as he stands here like a statue. A fragile looking pot of bright red clay is here. A shrine to Lims-Kragma is here in the form of a large marble yew tree. The corpse of Mallaidh lies rotting here. Surveying the area from a perch is a dark carrion crow. Mara Khalishin is here, surrounded by a golden nimbus of light. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right. Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward is here. He wields a heavy claymore bearing hawk motifs in both hands. Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer is here. He wields a steel claymore in both hands. Agravain is here. He wields an iron warhammer in both hands.
You see exits leading northwest, west, south, southeast, east, and north.

You nod toward Saithe.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Lilah inclines her head to you, acknowledging your presence.

You say to Saithe, "All goes well, Ward?"

You nod toward Lilah.

You say to Lilah, "Behaving, are we?"

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer gives clean bandages to Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward.

Lilah peers quizzically at clean bandages.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "I'm trying."

Lilah bows respectfully to Keijima.

Lilah thanks Keijima heartily.

Keijima grunts noncommittally.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "I brought him gifts."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward very sadly says to you, "In return, he scowls and stabs me."

You say to Lilah, "He is a dog, I have told you this."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "They were good gifts, too. I don't know how to please him."

You smile wryly, clearly quite amused.

Lilah sighs heavily.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "You have no idea of the trouble I went to acquire them, too."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel to you, "Tell her I believe she's beautiful, and I want to take her as my wife."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "I snuck into Elvandar to buy him biscuits."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "Killed Anders to remove his head for him."

You look at Keijima and raise an eyebrow.

You shake your head.

Keijima breaks into hearty laughter.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel to you, "She said she would do anything to please me."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "And I brought him a Xaros head, too."

You say to Keijima, "He says you are beautiful and that he wants to take you as his wife."

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Lilah blinks at you.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "Either you're joking or I know you better than I thought, Keijima."

You smile wryly, clearly quite amused.

Lilah peers quizzically at Keijima.

Keijima waggles his eyebrows comically at Lilah.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "Tell him I'm gay."

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Keijima looks absent, apparently pondering something.

You look skeptical and say to Lilah, "That'd be lying."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer asks in Moredhel to you, "What is her answer?"

You are now speaking Moredhel.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "A moment."

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Lilah squints her eyes at you and winces in pain.

You say to Lilah, "Yes or no, Lioness."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward frowns and says to you, "What happens if I say no?"

Saithe points his finger at a heavy claymore bearing hawk motifs.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel to you, "Tell her that I'm rich, and strong, and would love her and no other."

You say to Lilah, "You get beaten or killed or sold off, I expect."

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Lilah blinks.

You stare implacably at Keijima.


You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward says, "You get sent back to skyanne."

Lilah blinks at Saithe.

You say to Lilah, "He says "Tell her that I'm rich, and strong, and would love her and no other"."

Lilah contorts her features in a wild grimace.

Lilah mutters bitterly.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "I hate elves."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "Fine."

Lilah rolls her eyes.

Keijima scowls.

You shake your head.

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "Tell him I said something flattering about his manly physique."

You say in Moredhel, "I cannot believe I am translating this."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "And that I would be delighted."

Keijima scowls at you.

Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward says in Moredhel, "She says she would be delighted to."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "She says that she would be delighted, and she compliments your manly physique."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Excellent."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "She says your muscles bulge pleasingly in the sun."

Keijima gets down on one knee and proposes to Lilah.

Lilah happily accepts Keijima's proposal of marriage, and they are now engaged!

Lilah contorts her features in a wild grimace.

You let out a deep sigh.

Agravain scratches his head with a less than wise expression.

You say in Moredhel, "A dark day indeed."

(Sar-Sargoth): Keijima says, "Everyone, I am engaged to be married! All hail the Warlord and his Warlady!"

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "Congratulate Keijima and Lilah, everyone."

Tears stream down Lilah's face as she begins to cry.

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "Or commiserate."

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "Not sure which."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel to Lilah, "Yes. Cry more. It makes you more beautiful."

Keijima cackles with glee.

You snort derisively.
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You shake your head.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Lilah mutters bitterly.

You pat Lilah on her head.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "Do I have to touch him?"

Keijima moves to stand next to Lilah, leaning against her softly, face a picture of joy.

You say to Lilah, "You're his wife."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward asks to you, "In any manner?"

Lilah contorts her features in a wild grimace.

You say to Lilah, "You would have to bed him regularly."

Lilah blinks at you.
You say to Lilah, "And I hear Moredhel have odd bedroom practices."

Lilah shuffles away from Keijima.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "You've got to be kidding me."

You say to Lilah, "Good luck with your new role. Perhaps you should go to Licka for advice."

You shake your head.

Keijima blinks at Lilah.

You say to Lilah, "Do I look like I'm joking."

You raise an eyebrow.

Lilah begins to weep openly.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer exclaims in Moredhel, "Why does she shy away from me? And are those tears of joy?!"

You are now speaking Moredhel.

(Order): Agravain says, "Ahahaha! And I thought we put you through hell Deorai!"

Keijima scowls.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "She says she cannot wait to bed you, Keijima."

Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward says in Moredhel, "I'm afraid that she's so happy she just cannot stand still."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "She is weeping in anticipation."

"Ahah!" Keijima exclaims triumphantly.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "I hate myself."

Lilah sits down.

(Order):  You say, "You don't know the half of it."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer asks in Moredhel to Lilah, ".. Right here? In the Square?"

Keijima shrugs helplessly.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Well alright.."

You nod toward Keijima.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

You say to Lilah, "Looking forward to bedding him?"

You tilt your head towards Lilah, listening intently.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "No, we must not. It would be improper."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "I am not bedding him."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "We should find another location. Somewhere more .."

I don't follow.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Romantic."

Keijima casts an eye suspiciously about his surroundings.

You say to Keijima, "She seems to want to do it right here, sir."

Lilah blinks at you.

Volshek arrives from the south.

Volshek leaves south.

Lilah narrows her eyes at you menacingly.

Lilah stands up.

You say to Lilah, "The ceremoney."

You pat Lilah on her head.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer exclaims in Moredhel, "I shall go and craft her a missive!"

You say to Lilah, "I want to laugh. I see you in white."

You say to Lilah, "Or black."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward asks to you, "Are you mistranslating?"

Keijima flashes a smile at Lilah.

Lilah raises an eyebrow.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Tell her I shall return."

You say to Lilah, "You could borrow some of Licka's dresses."

You nod toward Keijima.

Keijima pecks Lilah on the cheek.

Keijima leaves south.

Squinting her eyes shut, Lilah winces in pain.

You say to Lilah, "He's going to go make something or such."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward smiles and says to Saithe, "Ask him if I may hit Deorai, as the new Warlady."

You ponder the situation, trying to take everything into account.

You say to Lilah, "You are not within your rights."

You say to Lilah, "You are beneath me."

Xaros arrives from the southeast.

Lilah sighs heavily.

Tears stream down Lilah's face as she looks at Xaros.

You say to Lilah, "And Saithe would have to defend my honour, if I did not choose to."

You shrug helplessly.

Lilah leans on Xaros, seeking consolation.

Xaros wraps a comforting arm around Lilah.

You say to Xaros, "Lost your chance, friend."

Saithe pats Xaros on his head.

A small goblin trapped in the ice giggles slightly.

Xaros peers quizzically about his surroundings.

Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward says, "Don't worry I gave her your head to always remind her of you."

You suspiciously eye a frozen goblin statue.

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward very sadly says to Saithe, "I don't have it."

You say to a frozen goblin statue in Moredhel, "Careful, or you might get used to cool some drinks."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to Saithe, "I gave it to Keijima, as a gift."

A small goblin trapped in the ice giggles again, safe in the ice.. if a little cold.

Lilah peers quizzically at a frozen goblin statue.

You crease your brow and frown.

Saithe leaves west.

You say to a frozen goblin statue in Moredhel, "I'll offer you to one of the Dragons as a popsicle."

Medeia blinks.

Medeia pokes a frozen goblin statue in the arm.

Keijima arrives from the south.

Keijima flashes a smile at Lilah.

Lilah smiles curtly at Keijima.

A mail courier comes walking by, rummages through his bags, and hands Lilah her mail. With a wave and a "Farewell, Madam!", he continues on his way.

Lilah blinks at a letter.

Lilah blinks at Keijima.

Keijima flashes a smile at Lilah.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

You see the following people here:
Xaros, Mara, Lilah, Keijima, Bakaris, Agravain, Volshek, Medeia, Deorai

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to Keijima, "You are the creepiest, most foul man-thing I have ever known."

Lilah looks contemplative and purses her lips.

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Lilah leans over and kisses Keijima quickly.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "She says "You are the creepiest, most foul man-thing I have ever known."."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "Apparently she likes that in a man."

Staring blankly, you scratch your head for lack of a better idea.

Lilah peers quizzically at you.

Keijima breaks into hearty laughter.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "Don't tell him what I said."

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "She knows my so well already."

You say to Lilah, "Wouldn't dream of it."

You nod toward Keijima.

Lilah thanks you heartily.

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Now we just have to hook you up with a nice Moredhel lass, my Ward."

You nod toward Lilah.

Keijima rubs his chin thoughtfully.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I suppose we must prepare for a wedding."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "I am thinking Iphimedia, or perhaps Lilin."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Oh! I know!"

Keijima cuddles Lilah and seeks comfort in his arms.

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Aulle."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Your perfect mate."

Saithe tells you in Moredhel, "...."

Saithe tells you in Moredhel, "........."

Saithe tells you in Moredhel, "I'd rather marry xaros."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Aha. I can tell by your silence that you agree."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Oh, you prefer menfolk?"

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Hm."

Saithe tells you in Moredhel, "Not at all, but compared to Aulle."

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Perhaps the Witch King might have use for you."

Keijima gives Xaros a respectful salute.

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "I shall inform him thusly."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to Xaros, "Let's elope."

Xaros rubs his chin thoughtfully.

You are now speaking Moredhel.

Keijima tilts his head curiously at Xaros.

Saithe tells you in Moredhel, "I'd prefer you didn't, given that i'm already engaged."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to Xaros, "I don't need a stupid ring."

You say to Volyen in Moredhel, "Talon, congratulate Lilah and Keijima on their engagement."

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Lilah suspiciously eyes you.

You tell Saithe Faal, Wolf's Ward, "Service to your Witch King comes before all else, my Ward."

The corners of Keijima's mouth turn up as he grins mischievously.

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says in Moredhel to Keijima, "I challenge you to a duel, for the right to let Lilah marry as she wishes."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to you, "You don't need to translate that."

Keijima looks at Xaros and raises an eyebrow.

You break into hearty laughter.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Volshek nudges Xaros.

You say to Lilah, "Xaros has challenged him to a duel."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "She wishes me, otherwise she would not have accepted."

Lilah blinks at you.

You say to Lilah, "For the right to your hand."

You say to Lilah, "He will die."

Lilah peers quizzically at Xaros.

Squinting her eyes shut, Lilah winces in pain.

Keijima points his claymore at Xaros, appearing enraged.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

Xaros shifts his stance, relaxing his defenses to attack more effectively.

You say to Xaros, "You know as well as I you can't beat him."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "If she does not wish to be mine, she need only say so."

You ponder the situation, trying to take everything into account.

Lilah raises her eyes skyward, hoping for a sign.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer exclaims in Moredhel, "However, for even suggesting such, you will bleed!"

You say to Lilah, "There is hope yet."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward very sadly says, "I miss Mister Whiskers."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer asks in Moredhel to you, "What does my betrothed say?"

Keijima scowls.

You are now speaking Moredhel.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "Your posing and manly swinging of your sword only intensify her urges to consummate the marriage."

Lilah blinks.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Very well."

Volyen stares implacably about himself.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "We shall duel then, Xaros."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Deorai, Xaros, Lilah, follow me."

Raki, Magus of Fire says in Moredhel, "For love?"

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer exclaims in Moredhel, "We go to the Citadel!"

Raki peers quizzically about his surroundings.

You say in Moredhel, "Why me?"

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer exclaims in Moredhel, "For love!"

You let out a deep sigh.

Raki nods slowly.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel to you, "You must bear witness."

You begin to follow Keijima.

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says, "Follow Keijima, love."

You mutter bitterly.

Keijima beckons at Lilah to follow.

Lilah nods her head emphatically.

You say in Moredhel, "Some things I would rather not see..."

Volyen follows Keijima north.
Xaros follows Keijima north.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer north to steps leading to the citadel
Steps leading to the citadel.
Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon is here. He wields a broad, wicked saber of blackened steel in his left hand and an ornate steel poniard in his right. Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right.
You see exits leading in (open door) and south.

Volyen follows Keijima in.
Xaros follows Keijima in.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer in to entrance to the Citadel of Sar-Sargoth.
Entrance to the Citadel of Sar-Sargoth.
Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon is here. He wields a broad, wicked saber of blackened steel in his left hand and an ornate steel poniard in his right. Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right.
You see exits leading out (open door) and north.

Volyen follows Keijima north.
Xaros follows Keijima north.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer north to assembly hall inside the Citadel.
Assembly hall inside the Citadel.
Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon is here. He wields a broad, wicked saber of blackened steel in his left hand and an ornate steel poniard in his right. Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right.
You see exits leading west, south, and east.
Volyen steps backwards into the shadows and vanishes.

Keijima grips a steel claymore more tightly.

Keijima's eyes fill with battle rage as he screams out, "My blade will be your end."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "This is insane."

Xaros grips a plain saber more tightly.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

You say to Lilah, "Just another day in Sargoth."

You smile wryly, clearly quite amused.

Lilah smirks with satisfaction.

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says in Moredhel, "Are you ready, Warlord?"

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "A moment."

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says to Xaros, "I am going to kill you if you die."

You have emoted: Deorai raises a gauntleted hand to press against his eyes, shaking his head slowly, a deep, exasperated sigh escaping from his lips.

You are now speaking the Kingdom Tongue.

You say to Lilah, "And I'll kill you if you kill him."

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says, "I will try my best, though he is a tough foe."

You say to Lilah, "A merry bloodbath shall be held by all!"

Lilah smiles wryly at you, clearly quite amused.

You beam broadly.

Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward says, "My kind of party."

Keijima nods his head emphatically.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I am ready."

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says, "On your guard, then."

(Blah blah, boring fight, against all odds, Xaros prevails.)

Xaros throws Keijima to the violently to the ground, who lands with a sickening crunch.
Keijima has been slain by Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin.

Lilah beams broadly.

Your eyes sparkle with amusement.

Lilah leans over and kisses Xaros quickly.

Lilah hugs Xaros with obvious affection.

Volyen stares implacably about himself.

Xaros leans over and kisses Lilah quickly.

You have emoted: Deorai claps Xaros on the shoulder solidly, his teeth bared in a savage, gleeful smile.

You say to Xaros, "Well done, fellow Wolf."

Xaros grins mischievously at you.

Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin says, "Thanks."

Saithe arrives from the south.

Lilah leans over and severs the bloody head from the corpse of Keijima.

Lilah coughs softly.

Xaros nods towards Saithe.

Volyen gives Xaros a highfive excitedly!

Saithe nods towards Xaros.

You tell Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon in Moredhel, "Am I the only one who thinks Keijima threw that?"

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "I..."

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "It was..."

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "Yeah..."

Volyen stares absently at you, pondering something.

You crease your brow and frown.

You tell Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon in Moredhel, "Speak nothing of it."

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "Of course."

You tell Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon in Moredhel, "It will be our secret."

You nod toward Volyen.

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "I like having secrets! Teehee! I feel like a wittle troll again!"

You grin mischievously at Volyen.

Volyen snickers softly.
You tell Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon in Moredhel, "And people say you aren't fearsome. Pah!"

Volyen tells you in Moredhel, "Heh."

Volyen winks at you.

Your eyes sparkle with amusement.

You see the following people here:
Xaros, Lilah, Saithe, Keijima, Deorai

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "You have won. It would figure, I would eventually lose over love."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "Take care of her."

Xaros follows Keijima south.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer south to entrance to the Citadel of Sar-Sargoth.
Entrance to the Citadel of Sar-Sargoth.
Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right.
You see exits leading out (open door) and north.
Xaros follows Keijima out.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer out to steps leading to the citadel

Steps leading to the citadel.
Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right.
You see exits leading in (open door) and south.

Xaros follows Keijima south.
You follow Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer south to Sar-Sargoth Central Square.
Sar-Sargoth Central Square.
A small goblin has been covered in a layer of ice, one long icicle hanging from his nose as he stands here like a statue. A fragile looking pot of bright red clay is here. A shrine to Lims-Kragma is here in the form of a large marble yew tree. The corpse of Mallaidh lies rotting here. Surveying the area from a perch is a dark carrion crow. There are 2 fleas here. Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon is here, lurking in the shadows. He wields a broad, wicked saber of blackened steel in his left hand and an ornate steel poniard in his right. Demonbane Xaros Zandrosin is here. He wields a plain saber in his left hand and a cavalry shield in his right. Mara Khalishin is here, surrounded by a golden nimbus of light. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right. Demon Slayer Lilah Cyunne, Keijima's Ward is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right. Nethela Khalishin is here. She wields a wire-hilted rapier in her left hand and an ornate steel poniard in her right. Agravain is here. He wields an iron warhammer in both hands.
You see exits leading northwest, west, south, southeast, east, and north.

Agravain says in Moredhel, "Hello, Volyen. What's new?"

Keijima moves about quickly and loses you.

Keijima leaves south.

Volyen shrugs helplessly.

Road lined by piked heads.
There are 11 Moredhel bladedancers here. A wooden pike supports the decaying head of some unfortunate human. A blowfly buzzes about the room here. An empty pike stands at attention here awaiting a fresh head. Surveying the area from a perch is a dark carrion crow. A flea hops about here.
You see exits leading west, south, east, and north.

The main street through Sar-Sargoth.
There are 25 Moredhel bladedancers here.
You see exits leading west, south, east, and north.

Inside the gatehouse of Sar-Sargoth.
There are 42 Moredhel bladedancers here.
You see exits leading out, up, and north.

Highway outside the gates of Sar-Sargoth.
Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer is here. He wields a steel claymore in both hands.
You see exits leading in, southwest, and east.

You frown at Keijima.

Keijima raises an eyebrow.

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "You threw that."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I kept looking at her."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I could not fight."

Keijima shrugs helplessly.

You let out a deep sigh.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I deserved to lose."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "And now I am shamed."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "Not a true warrior at heart, then."

You nod your head in agreement.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "No, apparently not."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "What will you do now?"

Keijima shrugs helplessly.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "It doesn't matter."

(Sar-Sargoth): Keijima says, "Farewell, Sar-Sargoth."

(Sar-Sargoth): Raki says, "Farewell Warlord."

You say to Keijima in Moredhel, "You cannot keep your position as Warlord."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "I realize."

(Sar-Sargoth): Xaros says, "Farewell, Warlord."

You nod your head emphatically.

(Sar-Sargoth): Lilah says, "Walk well, Warlord."

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer says in Moredhel, "It is done."

Keijima leaves southwest.

Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer (Male Moredhel Elf).
He is 18 years old, having been born on the 24th of Wochem, 12 years before the Darkness at Sethanon.
He is ranked 67th in Midkemia.
He is an extremely credible character.
He is a Pioneer of the Unknown in the Fellowship of Explorers.
He is a mentor and able to take on proteges.
His warcry: "My blade will be your end."
He is considered to be approximately 170% of your might.

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "I uh."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "He."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "Err."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "The Warlord quit the city."

You tell Keijima Caoimhe, The Great Destroyer in Moredhel, "Know that you have my support."

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "He left."

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "I spoke with him. He has left in shame."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volshek says, "Who left?"

(Sar-Sargoth): You say, "Keijima."

(Sar-Sargoth): Xaros says, "Keijima.. apparently."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volshek says, "Left what?"

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "The city."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "How can you not understand what were are saying?"

(Sar-Sargoth): Mabry says, "Wait, Keijima quit Sar-Sargoth entirely?"

(Sar-Sargoth): Silvenae says, "Yes."

(Sar-Sargoth): Volyen says, "Yes."

You say in Moredhel, "Hail, sire."

Radakail nods towards you.

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "What's going on?"

You let out a deep sigh.

You say in Moredhel, "Alright."

You say in Moredhel, "Quick version, or the long version?"

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Both."

You nod your head emphatically.

You say in Moredhel, "Quick version, Keijima asked Lilah to marry him. She agreed with much reluctance."

Radakail rolls his eyes.

You say in Moredhel, "Xaros, having had something of a relationship with Lilah for some time, asked for a duel to decide who Lilah would marry."

You say in Moredhel, "Xaros won."

You say in Moredhel, "Keijima left, in shame."

You say in Moredhel, "And that is the short version."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "And the long?"

You say in Moredhel, "As you know, Keijima took Lilah was his Ward."

You say in Moredhel, "He mistreated her, as he is wont to do."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "And?"

You say in Moredhel, "And apparently this mistreatment was a cover for his.."

You smile wryly, clearly quite amused.

You say in Moredhel, "True feelings."

You say in Moredhel, "I believe the letter he wrote read something along the lines of "Ever since I first saw you fighting at the gates of Krondor, I have always loved you"."

You say in Moredhel, "Usual tripe."

You say in Moredhel, "I translated the entire ordeal."

Radakail raises an eyebrow.

You say in Moredhel, "Lilah agreed through fear of what would happen if she refused."

You say in Moredhel, "Xaros was made aware of the situation, and after some contemplation, he challenged Keijima to a duel."

You say in Moredhel, "Keijima bid some number of us to follow him and bear witness."

You say in Moredhel, "They fought."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel, "Er, Keijima challenge Xaros, I believe."

You say in Moredhel, "Keijima claims he lost because he could not take his eyes from Lilah, and thus lost."

You shake your head.

You say in Moredhel, "Xaros challenged."

Comprehension flashes across Volyen's face.

Volyen shrugs helplessly.

Radakail casts an eye suspiciously about his surroundings.

You say in Moredhel, "For Lilah's right to marry who she wished."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel, "Deorai and I both have a theory."

Radakail peers quizzically about his surroundings.

You crease your brow and frown.

Radakail peers quizzically at Volyen.

Volyen peers quizzically at you.

You ask in Moredhel, "Should we really tell him?"

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel to you, "Yes."

You let out a deep sigh.

You say in Moredhel, "Very well."

You say to Radakail in Moredhel, "We believe Keijima threw the fight, sir."

You say to Radakail in Moredhel, "And I do not think the Iron Talon and his Aide would be wrong in such."

Radakail rolls his eyes.

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "I've known Keijima for some time. He would not throw a fight."

You smile wryly, clearly quite amused.

You say in Moredhel, "I knew him to do so."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "I also know Keijima would not lose, especially to a human."

You say in Moredhel, "He threw several with me, actually."

You say in Moredhel, "Admitted to such."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Which means this human has cheated, and dishonoured my... Former... Warlord."

You shake your head.

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel, "Witch-King, he was hardly fighting."

You say in Moredhel, "No, sire."

You say in Moredhel, "He threw the fight."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel, "He barely seemed to move."

You say in Moredhel, "Aye."

Radakail creases his brow and frowns.

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Why would he throw the fight?"

You say in Moredhel, "I have fought with and against Keijima many times."

You say in Moredhel, "He was not fighting at his full capabilities."

You ponder the situation, trying to take everything into account.

You say to Volyen in Moredhel, "Whhat could drive the Warlord to throw the fight?"

You crease your brow and frown.

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel to you, "I can only assume one thing."

You say to Volyen in Moredhel, "Do tell."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel to Radakail, "It is possible that it was the previous Warlord's intent to throw the fight so he had an excuse to leave the city, albeit a very poor one."

You let out a deep sigh.

You say in Moredhel, "That was my guess too."

You say in Moredhel, "I thought my saying it would be unwise, however."

Radakail smirks with satisfaction.

You say to Volyen in Moredhel, "He did leave in much haste and with little thought."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "A troll and a human."

You grunt noncommittally.

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Accusing a moredhel of abandonment - if not treason?"

Radakail smirks with satisfaction.

You say in Moredhel, "I renounced my humanity some time ago."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Renounce away."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "It changes little."

You say in Moredhel, "It changes much, sire."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel to Radakail, "I do not accuse him of it."

Troll King, Volyen, the Iron Talon says in Moredhel to Radakail, "I just cannot think of another reason."

You ask Radakail in Moredhel, "Can you think of a reason why he might think to throw a fight, sire?"

You tilt your head towards Radakail, listening intently.

Radakail grunts noncommittally.

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "I am hungry."

Master Radakail, Witch-King of the North says in Moredhel, "Quit spreading lies."