Redesigning the mud school

There’s been some talk of this lately around the forums, and I think it’s definitely something that anyone and everyone to contribute to.

As of now, the mud school is extremely dated, and probably not very helpful. I think that as a player base, and mudders in general, we can help remake this area into an actual good introduction into FL.

My thoughts on things that should be introduced via mud school:

common commands and abbreviations:

-help, kill, murder, practice, train, scan, sleep, quit, rest, wake, consider, skill, spell, song, affect, alias, who, who group, who pk, where, say, tell, group tell, wear, wield, equipment, score, prompt, follow, nofollow, group, eat, drink,

General stuff used by the mud:

lag-both used by you(entering commands or trip/bash/etc) and on you, spellcasting syntax(cast/commune/sing), not being able to quit because of recent combat, pets and their commands, all the effects of the stuff on the score sheet, the pk flag and xp penalties, proficiency and skill training, newbie chat and a forum link, containers

Now I know this isn’t a full list, but I thought maybe I could get the ball rolling on this.

Things i remembered later that I don’t want lost in my edits: description, open, close, lock, unlock, notes , news, changes, journal, history, targeting via 2. 3. Etc, buy, sell, browse, reply, replay, flee, RP points, shop commands

Edited Aug 13, 2019

In terms of actual room building, I think having a personal teacher you follow through would be good.

For example.

You create a character, and you land in a room where an npc tells you if you’re new to FL or muds, go south, if you want to skip tutorial go north. North sends you to where you can train, practice and kill stuff to level.

South sends you to a teacher/mentor who starts out by explaining that FL is an RP/pk mud, then says something like:

“I see you’ve chosen the Invoker class. Invokers are skilled at killing their enemies with magic, especially with their signature ‘mana charge’ skill. Check ‘help mana charge’ for more information. Help files can be very useful for finding out more information about many things in FL, as can the forums at theforsakendlands.com.”

Once a bit of time passes, your teacher would bring up your spells/skills lists, and gives you a free practice/mastery of a single skill/spell to get you started. They would explain normally you have to practice and use your abilities to master them, and how they’re more effective the higher their proficiency. To get this practice/mastery, you’d have to tell them which one, then confirm with a reply.

From there, you’d ‘follow’ them through a series of rooms that would explain other parts of the game, and give maybe some equipment, exp, and gold. Nothing outrageous, but something to get them to use the various commands.

There could even be a place where they come to that reads “What would you like to know more about?” And on choosing a subject, they’re taken to a room that explains it.

Edited Aug 13, 2019

The mud school is the next bullet point on my list. The reason things are moving slowly in general is because I'm working with a player on something that is very prog intensive and involved, in addition to running the current plot and one on the side. I mention that just for transparency.

In regards to the mud school: The current idea is that you will have the option to either build your character the traditional way, or build it in game through the mud school. You will be taught the basics of communication, equipping, opening/closing, following, fighting and so forth. It will not be all-encompassing simply because there is a huge breadth of things in our game. However, it will give players new to MUDS the basics on how to get around. For experienced MUD players visiting us for the first time, it will be an introduction to how we are different, while also introducing the world's factions, religions and possibly more.

Please note that all of this is subject to change when I actually get to the project.

That really is helpful! What a great idea. :)

@Volgathras Ideas I posted for possible EQ so that if a Merchant is not being played at that given point in time that at least new players can get something comparable without getting too shafted if they face someone who got lucky enough to actually catch a Merchant online. Possible Quests to cut down on time and slightly elaborate at the bottom so it can cover the basic of basics via riddles of sorts possibly.

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MERCHANT EQ & Proposed lowering of them for the beginning quest: Everything in this color is Merchant Gear as is. Good aligned. Neutral. Evil.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 8 pierce, 8 bash, 8 slash, and 8 vs. magic.

Affects mana by 10.

Affects hp by 10.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight 2, value is 0, level is 15.

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Affects mana by 3.

Affects hp by -3.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Affects hp by 3.

Affects mana by 5.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Affects move by 10.

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Affects mana by -3.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects hp by 8.

Affects wis by 2.

Affects int by 2.

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Extra flags: rotdeath antievil meltdrop.

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Affects hp by 6.

Affects dex by 2.

Affects con by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Affects hp by 8.

Affects str by 1.

Affects dex by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Armor class is 6 pierce, 6 bash, 6 slash, and 2 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects con by 1.

Affects mana by 10.

Affects managain by 5.

Affects savingaffl by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects hp by 2.

Affects mana by 15.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Affects managain by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects mana by 5.

Affects str by 1.

Affects con by 1.

Affects ac by -6.

Affects savingspell by -1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects ac by -2.

Affects dex by 1.

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Affects managain by 2.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Affects hp by 5.

Affects savingmal by -1.

Affects hitgain by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Affects damroll by 1.

Affects savingmental by -1.

Affects hp by -3.

Affects mana by 20.

Object 'leather Merchant leggings' is type armor, material leather.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects savingmaled by -2.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects savingmental by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects dex by -1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects savingmaled by -3.

Affects savingmental by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 3 pierce, 3 bash, 3 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects con by 1.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects hitgain by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 5 pierce, 7 bash, 3 slash, and 2 vs. magic.

Affects str by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hitroll by -1.

Object 'leather Merchant boots' is type armor, material leather.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 5 pierce, 5 bash, 5 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects savingmaled by -1.

Affects move by 10.

Affects movegain by 10.

Object 'oak boots' is type armor, material oak.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 2 pierce, 2 bash, 2 slash, and 4 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects move by 5.

Affects movegain by 3.

Affects damroll by 1.

Object 'yellow sandals' is type armor, material leather.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 3 pierce, 1 bash, 4 slash and 1 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects movegain by 5.

Affects con by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 1 pierce, 3 bash, 1 slash and 4 vs. magic.

Affects damroll by 2.

Affects movegain by 1.

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Object 'thick woollen Merchant gloves' is type armor, material wool.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 30.

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Affects luck by 1.

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Affects hitroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects luck by 2.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects savingmaled by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects hitgain by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Affects damroll by 2.

Affects con by 1.

Affects str by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 8 pierce, 8 bash, 8 slash, and 6 vs. magic.

Affects move by 5.

Affects savingaffl by -1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects mana by 15.

Affects hitroll by 1.

affects damroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Armor class is 4 pierce, 3 bash, 3 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects con by 1.

Affects hitroll by 2.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 4 pierce, 4 bash, 4 slash, and 3 vs. magic

Affects str by 1.

Affects move by 5.

Affects damroll by 2.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 20, value is 0, level is 30.

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Affects savingmaled by -1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 3 pierce, 3 bash, 3 slash, and 1 vs. magic.

Affects savingspells by -1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 1 pierce, 1 bash, 1 slash, and 6 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects savingaff by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

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Armor class is 5 pierce, 1 bash, 2 slash, and 4 vs. magic.

Affects damroll by 2.

Affects savingmental by -1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects hitgain by 5.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

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Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects con by 1.

Affects dex by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 5 pierce, 3 bash, 3 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects hitgain by 2.

Affects wis by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 4 pierce, 2 bash, 3 slash, and 7 vs. magic.

Affects damroll by 2.

Affects managain by 2.

Affects str by 1.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 30.

Affects savingmental by -2.

Affects mana by 5.

Affects hp by 10.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

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Affects ac by -1.

Affects mana by 10.

Affects hitgain by 2.

Affects int by 2.

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Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 15.

Affects str by 1.

Affects mana by 30.

Affects ac by 5.

Object 'wooden ring' is type jewelry, material oak.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Affects dex by 1.

Affects hp by 5.

Affects wis by 1.

Object 'golden candle' is type light, material wax.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 30.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects move by 15.

Affects savingaffl by -2.

Object 'glowing glass' is type light, material glass.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Affects ac by -2.

Object 'black woolen traveler cloak' is type armor, material wool.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 5, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 5 pierce, 5 bash, 5 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects mana by 5.

Affects move by 5.

Affects hp by 5.

Object 'gold cape' is type armor, material gold.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 0 pierce, 2 bash, 5 slash, and 3 vs. magic.

Affects con by 1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects hp by 1.

Object 'black cape' is type armor, material cloth.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 5 slash, 3 bash, 0 slash, and 2 vs. magic.

Affects str by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

affects dex by 1.

Object 'grey cape' is type armor, material cloth.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 2, value is 0, level is 15.

Armor class is 3 slash, 5 bash, 2 slash and 0 vs.magic.

Affects wis by 1.

Affects int by 1.

Affects mana by 10.

Object 'gray leather belt' is type armor, material leather.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 10, value is 0, level is 30.

Armor class is 7 pierce, 7 bash, 7 slash, and 5 vs. magic.

Affects savingspell by -1.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects luck by 1.

Affects dex by 1.

Object 'belt blackened heart' is type armor, material onyx.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antigood.

Weight is 3, value is 0, level is 10.

Armor class is 8 pierce, 8 bash, 8 slash, and 0 vs. magic.

Affects damroll by 2.

Affects dex by -1.

Affects luck by 2.

Object 'belt shimmering gold' is type armor, material light.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop antievil.

Weight is 4, value is 0, level is 10.

Armor class is 2 pierce, 2 bash, 2 slash, and 10 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 2.

Affects con by 1.

Affects luck by 2.

Object 'belt green wood leaves' is typ armor, material wood.

Extra flags: rotdeath meltdrop.

Weight is 1, value is 0, level is 10.

Armor class is 6 pierce, 6 bash, 6 slash, and 4 vs. magic.

Affects hitroll by 1.

Affects damroll by 1.

Affects hp by 10.

Affects str by 1.

Possible Riddle Quests:

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Quest:

Eliminate the Plasma Leader.

Greetings,

. It seems you have entered Aabahran at a good time. We could definitely use your help at the moment as we have a bit of a problem with some nasty Plasma Beasts. It seems they have formed a gang of sorts and have been bullying random Adventurers for the last few weeks. We would like you to find a way to remedy the situation. We will make it worth your while by doing so though.

Thank you, . I don't think we would have solved the issue nearly as quickly as you have. For having helped us out in this matter, I'd like to let you in on a little bit of advice. You can seek out a MERCHANT for a better outfit than the one you currently wear. Yours seems a bit overused. If none are about, perhaps you could help me further with some tasks? I'll even throw in a set of wares to make it more interesting for you.

Well, this was definitely not the outcome we were hoping for. We figured you'd take care of them for us by eliminating them and not by amplifying the situation by joining them. Regardless though, perhaps I could still give you some advice. The MERCHANTS of Aabahran are very helpful and often offer younger Adventurers some thick armors. If none are about though, I could offer you a set of wares too, if you're interested in doing a few more tasks for me?

Quest:

Eliminate the pesky Lizard.

Ah, greetings, . We see that you have completed the previous task in your own ways, so perhaps you could make your decision here too? There is a Lizard within that has been rubbing himself across many nooks and crannies that are quite popular here. We would like to see you dispose of him so that others do not have to worry about whether they've touched the stench of a Lizards backside or not.

I see you decided to let him do what he was doing regardless of my wishes. That is fine though, but be wary. Such deviant acts are not to be taken lightly and you should definitely seek out the scrolls on 'HELP RULES' for further guidance.

Congratulations once again, ! You have successfully completed your task in a nearly record time. I would highly suggest that you seek out the scrolls of 'HELP RULES' to see further what is appropriate within Aabahran and do adhere to such things. After all, we're here to enjoy our times spent about.

Quest:

Take care of the wolf trying to blow those pigs houses down.

It seems you have once again come at a great time. We noticed that there is a wolf picking on some small pigs inside. We can't have that, there's plenty of food elsewhere for them, and these are treasured pigs of the Knights of the Castle. We can't have their pigs being slaughtered for no good reason.

Thank you, . The Knights will be more than happy knowing that their pigs are still safe. Perhaps it is time to try your hand out on something else though?

Seriously, ? The Knights may not be fitting for you then. Perhaps you'll fit in better with the Nexus in the end. You certainly seem to be more their type based on your actions.

Quest:

Take care of the goblin drawing inappropriate things on the Heralds Scrolls.

It is good you have returned, there is yet another issue at hand. Perhaps you can take care of it in your own way and see to it that the scrolls of Herald aren't forever tainted by this goblins graffiti. As is we've found random anatomies being placed inside varying TOMES. The Library cannot have this.

Thank you again, . This is grand news that you've brought to us. The Library will be forever thankful and for your help they are willing to offer you a place within their halls if you so choose to go. You merely only have to head to the Library within the city of Maelbrim to join the Academy at no cost to you. If you're interested, seek out the scrolls of 'HELP HERALD' to seek further advice.

Alright, we get it, . You hate books of all kinds. You could have just gotten rid of him, but you chose to scribble inside different Tomes yourself. Tell me, are you satisfied with your deviant ways? Perhaps you should seek out the Warmasters then. They're about as dense as you are in my eyes at least.

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Quest:

Seek out the Riddler.

Hello again, . There is a man within who asks you a riddle. Answering it correctly puts you one step closer to getting the wares you have been seeking that sounded so enticing. When you have finished with him, return here for your final task.

1 Riddle:

Strip the skin under my skin, and my flesh you'll reveal. It tastes sweet and tart, now throw out the peel. What is it?

Answer:

An Orange.

Congratulations, . It seems you are catching onto things. There are many consumables in Aabahran that can do different things. Sometimes they're simple and just food so that you can keep yourself full and happy. You'll also want to drink something else to quench your thirst. The most popular seems to be milk around here, but water works too. Perhaps you should seek out a few stores in Maelbrim for basic things, but you'll find milk in Ofcol and Ralardia if you prefer that as well.

2 Riddle:

I make things short but I'm quite long myself. What am I?

Answer:

Abbreviation

Congratulations, . An abbreviation is correct and in the world of Aabahran you'll notice that often times not everyone can be as fast as another. To make things easy you can use abbreviations to help try and get an edge over your opponents. You can also use an Alias to set up and make it far more simple for you. Seek out the scrolls of 'HELP ALIAS' to seek further guidance.

3 Riddle:

They try to beat me, they try in vain. And when I win, I end the pain.

Answer:

Death.

Congratulations, . Death is a very real situation in Aabahran. In fact it is common everywhere. Do not slink into helplessness though for there's a chance your God will like you enough to allow you to continue even after. This isn't always the case, but you should definitely seek out the scrolls of 'HELP DEATH' and even 'HELP RELIGION' as these can both give you an idea of what is laid out in front of you.

4 Riddle:

What moves across the land but never has to steer? It has delivered our goods, year after year. What am I?

Answer:

Train

Congratulations, . That is indeed true, and although Aabahran has no such thing, we do have mounts of varying styles and varying price ranges. They help you out a great deal and in the three major cities, Val Miran, Miruvhor, and Maelbrim, you'll get your first mount free by finding them in each of them. This will make it so you can move much further before needing to sleep to regain your strength to begin moving again. Just remember to dismount before you sleep though, otherwise you end up with a nasty headache. To learn more just seek out the scrolls of 'HELP MOUNT'.

5 Riddle:

Many people own a copy of me. Without me the world will fall. What am I?

Answer:

Atlas or a Map

Congratulations, . Maps are a very important tool for younger Adventurers like yourself. You'll find many can help you find things within cities so you aren't just stumbling around at all hours of the day trying to find yourself something to eat or drink. You may also find that many shops close at varying times of the day. You should seek out the scroll of 'HELP TIME' as it will help you get at least a vague idea of how it works in Aabahran.

6 Riddle:

When your undies attack you.

Answer:

Wedgie

Congratulations, . Although it isn't exactly something you see happen in Aabahran every day, you'll notice that some people can do things that others wont or cannot. This can be something as small as being able to speak differently than the rest of people. In these instances you may wish to seek out the scroll of 'HELP EMOTE' in order to get a better idea of what you can pull off. Just remember though, don't abuse such a thing and to consult the scroll of 'HELP RULES' in order to make sure it's appropriate.

7 Riddle:

I can never be stolen from you. I am owned by everyone. Some have more, some have less. What am I?

Answer:

Knowledge

Congratulations . We all have varying levels of knowledge within Aabahran. This is extremely helpful sometimes and other times you may find that the person you're asking also doesn't know. You should try to see who is about though by entering 'WHO' to see if anyone else can possibly answer your question. Seeking out the scrolls of 'HELP WHO' also further expands on this. What you should refrain from doing though is going OOC when asking. This world does not know of the depths of who you truly are, and thus we prefer a strict level of remaining IC while speaking to other people. Many are still willing to answer such questions though as long as it pertains to the Forsaken Lands itself. 'HELP NEWBIE' would also help you get acquainted with Aabahran.

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Quest:

Get your diploma to prove of your graduation.

Welcome back, . It seems you're well on your way to gaining your free set of armor. I would suggest though that you seek the Dean of the Academy so you can gain your diploma. Once you have, return to me for proof of such and you can go on from there.

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Quest:

Gained your Diploma and a fresh set of new wares.

It appears you're still alive and standing then. I appreciate your outlook within the Academy, and for your hard work, I'd like to congratulate you for your success. Hopefully we have prepared you enough for the brutal environment of Aabahran enough so that you know what to expect. As promised, here are a few things to help you make this journey a little easier on your path of greatness.

grants armors

One last thing before you go though, . You'll want to learn as much as you can about where you can go to begin your path in your guild. You may want to start with some rats in a cave just north of Maelbrim, the sewers below Miruvhor or even the Drkshtyre Wood just south of Val Miran. You've already got a few maps on hand at least. You should be able to find those places fairly easily. Seek out 'HELP TOUR' as well as they can provide some other basic advice going forward. Good luck out there.