Rooms in New Thalos 5600-5699

• A Dark Passage - The small passage continues east and west from here. Again you notice something peculiar about the wall, this time to the north, but you fail to find any secret doors. Voices can be faintly heard from the north.
• A Guest Room - Once inside you see that the former inhabitants of this room left in a hurry. There seems to be much that was left lying about. Now after many years only the things that aren't of much use lie here under a thick layer of dust. There is a fireplace in the north wall over which a large painting hangs.
• A Hall - You stand in a large cedar wood hall leading east and west. On the floor lies a thin and narrow purple rug. The hall leads west inside the Palace and east to the Grand Entrance.
• A Split In The River - The waters of the river crash down upon a rock and split into two bodies of water. The river you are on continues its southern course and the new river heads off to the east. To your west you notice that the rocks have split and crumbled as if torn asunder by some massive force. It looks impossible to traverse. The River of Lost Souls also continues to the north.
• Alley - This is a small corner in the alley behind the warehouses and the guild of warriors. You notice some small scrapings to the west.
• Alley - You are on a small alley between the repair shop and the general store. Nothing much here but small rodents and dust.
• Clerics' Sanctum - You walk down the staircase into the silent inner sanctum. Here sits your guildmaster ready to assist you when the time is right. The room is completely silent. The only obvious exit is back up the staircase into the the Nectar.
• East Ishtar Drive - Your highly acute sense of smell reports you have reached the entrance to the fish market. Although renowned for it fresh catches and wide selection of aquarian delicacies you wonder how much longer you can endure the smell! The River Ishtar flows alongside to the south with the drive running along side it east to west.
• Guildsman's Row - After the guilds were built the people of the city used some of the extra space to erect a shrine to their patron saints. The result of this labor became the Museum of the Greater Gods. You may enter the sacred hall to the east.
• Inside The Northern Gate Of New Thalos - Two large stone towers rise up to greet you with a massive iron gate swinging between on ornately crafted hinges and emblazend with the crest of New Thalos. The makers of this city spared no costs in rebuilding the defenses of their home. Sultan's Walk runs to the south and the Casbah stretches out east and west. To the north is wilderness.
• Kali Row - This is a small, newly added section of the town. The city's Library can be entered through the door to the west and the Casbah begins its journey a little ways north of here. The Row and the entrance to the dancehall is to the south.
• Kali Row - The short Row ends abruptly here at the entrance to the dance hall of New Thalos. The entrance to the hall is to the west and the Row continues northward.
• Northern Market Square - You stand in one of the most heavily used parts of town. To the north lies the Palace of New Thalos and the Casbah, east west and south of here the busy market thrives with life.
• Northwestern Market Square - This corner of the market contains some of the most civilized folk in New Thalos. To the north lies the humble store of the merchant Ahkeem, his weavings known to be the best in the city. West of here is the entrance to the First Royal Bank of New Thalos.
• On A Road - west - On A Road Cemetary of the Innocents Many less than savory people developed a unique method for dealing with their dead. When they had a body that they didn't want the authorities to find, they would go to the catacombs, dig up a grave, and then bury their new body beneath the coffin that already lay interred. Even today, there are probably hundreds of the dead sharing their graves with the unfortunate victims of the underworld.
• On A Road - Phew!!! It's a bit ripe in here. There are stalls lining both sides of the wall in here and a big sleigh in the very back. You can hear hoofs scratching the ground in a frenzy and antlers rustling against the gates. They look eager to get out and the one at the back with the red nose looks downright vicious. He's the only one that isn't rattling his antlers he's just flashing you a menacing grin.
• On A Road - This long road continues to the east and south.
• Outside The Wall - You are in a small clearing outside the east wall of the city. The ground seems well trodden but you can see no apparent exit save that to the north.
• River Ishtar - The river continues its journey eastward flowing through the plains. To the west you see the peaks of large snow capped mountains and to the east you see the outline of a large city.
• River Ishtar - The river calms a bit after being thrashed in the interior of the mountain. Although still deep within the rocks you can see faint traces of green to the east.
• River Ishtar - The river meanders through the foothills of the eastern mountains. The air is dryer on this side of the continental divide and it seems a bit warmer.
• River Ishtar - The river flows east and west from here. It's fast current drags unsuspecting swimmers to their death.
• River Ishtar - The river continues here east to east. There is a landing area to the north where you can gain access to the shore.
• River Ishtar - The river flows out from the city down a long winding gully towards the Sea of Dragons. To the south of you lies the Great Eastern Desert and north a wide open expanse of grass. You can just barely make out a road that seems to be traveling along side the river but the banks are to steep for you to see very far.
• River Ishtar - This part of the river seems alive with activity. Boats moored to the docks near the ramp north of here make navigation a bit more trying. As the river flows eastward you can see the southern bridge in that direction.
• River Ishtar - The river widens here, no longer bounded by rock, and flows east towards a plain.
• River Ishtar - The river flows east and west through the hills.
• River Ishtar - The river begins its decent out of the mountains now and continues its flow to the east.
• River Ishtar - You hear your voice echo as you float under the bridge above. The city construction crews have just recently finished the small ladder giving common-folk easy access to the river. To the west and east you see the river flowing by the city.
• Southeastern Market Square - In this corner of the market some of the largest warriors in the land tower over you. It is easy to understand why they hang out here once you notice the weapon shop and the armoury close by. Perhaps you might stop in and take a look at the wares these shops have to offer.
• Southern Market Square - The large square of markets fills your vision. Strange sights and sounds, those known only to the New Thalos market, barrage your senses. The only hope of making any sense of what is going on here is to wander around. Market Square continues north, west, and east, with the Medina trailing off th the south.
• Sultan's Walk - The road here between the Palace and the Dancing Daemon Inn seems well worn by the travel of horses, carts, and leather boots. From the west you hear the faint sound of trumpets announcing the arrival of some duke or duchess to the Palace. Safe haven awaits you to the east in the halls of the Daemon, and Sultan's Walk continues north and south.
• Sultan's Walk - This cobblestone road aides your journey through town. Traveling north will take you by the Palace and the Dancing Daemon Inn, and south will put you on Market Square.
• Sultan's Walk - The main road north from the square continues here, surrounded by the walls of the Palace and the Daemon. To the north you see the heavily guarded gate and can make out faint sounds of trade to the south.
• Sultan's Walk - This part of the road travels between one of the sturdy walls of the Palace and the Dancing Daemon. To the east you peer through a small window into the Daemon, seeing many people dancing and drinking. After you tend to your other chores you plan on visiting the Daemon. The walk continues north and south from here.
• The Casbah - You have almost reached the end of the Avenue in this direction. Walking towards the north-east corner of the city you notice the population density here is much less then the rest of the town. A few old men hobbling on canes and young men intent on studies are the only travelers of the path to the library on a regular basis. The Avenue continues east and west from here.
• The Casbah - You walk between the solid stone wall of the city and that of the Masons' Guild. Young children with their nannies walk around enjoying the saftey of the city. The Avenue runs east and west from here.
• The Casbah - You walk between the solid stone wall of the city and that of the Masons' Guild. Young children with their nannies walk around enjoying the saftey of the city. The Avenue runs east and west from here.
• The Casbah - Donner MAULS you with his MAULS!! Donner MAULS you with his MAULS!! Donner MAULS you extremely hard. Donner INJURES you with his MAULS. Donner MAULS you with his MAULS!! Donner MAULS you with his MAULS!! Donner INJURES you with his MAULS. Donner rips apart the fabric of time and space You have almost reached the end of the Avenue in this direction. Walking towards the north-east corner of the city you notice the population density here is much less then the rest of the town. A few old men hobbling on canes and young men intent on studies are the only travelers of the path to the library on a regular basis. The Avenue continues east and west from here.
• The Casbah - The din of the guilds assaults your senses as you reach this intersection, the sound of hammering, the smell of tanned leather, and the smoke rising from the smithy all rush up to greet you. The Avenue continues east and west from here and the Row leads south.
• The Center Of Market Square - You are standing in the center of Market Square, the famous square of New Thalos. A large, peculiar looking statue is standing in the middle of the square. The square extends in every direction.
• The Common Square - People pass by talking to each other, or rest their weary bones on this grassy field. You can hear faint sounds of the river to the south of you as it passes through the city. Ishtar drive heads east and west from here and the Medina is to the north. South lies the River Ishtar Bridge and the southern gate.
• The Dance Hall - You seem to have missed a huge party. The janitors are here cleaning up the confetti and pieces of food. Hundreds of empty beer mugs on the tables surrounding the dance floor suggest that the citizens love their drink. There is still a banner on the wall.
• The Drafting Room - The walls are covered with paper sketchings of hull designs. This room is used by the shipwright to build his creations on paper before making a single cut in wood.
• The Dragon Sea - The ocean spreads out in all directions rolling gently. In the distance you can see an island on the horizon. To the west you see the mainland.
• The Entrance To The Guild of Warriors - This small hall is merely a check point to keep the unwanted out.
• The General Store - The new found wealth of this beautiful city is apearant in the exotic items for sale here. You wonder what would happen if you typed... LIST...
• The Headwaters Of The River Of Lost Souls - The waters of the swamp pool in this low area and begin to flow southward.
• The Library - This building holds the vast collection of books and documents that have been brought here by the commitee apointed to recover the lost knowledge of Thalos. Rows of shelves filled with book in every condition line the walls. The air has the aroma of old parchment and glue.
• The Medina - The beggar leaves north. You are walking along a wide open expanse of road connecting Market Square to the Common Square. Panhandlers, beggars, and other such riff-raff wander about hoping to catch those few who with open hearts. The Medina continues to the south and the Market Square spreads out to the north.
• The Medina - You stand on the Medina, on the larger open areas in New Thalos. People walk to and fro carrying on their day to day business. The Common Square of the people opens up to the south and the Medina continues north.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river rapidly flows down this crack in the side of the mountain to the south. Hopefully you will hear any aproaching rapids.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river flows south in the southern end of this wide valley. The walls of the valley close in to the south.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river continues north and south from here through a water eroded valley.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river seems to calm a bit as the crevase widens lessens its stranglehold on the waters. The river continues to the north through a crack and flows to the south.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river begins to speed up as it cascades down this mountain crevice. High above you a small rope bridge sways in the wind.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river flows south through a valley in the mountains. You can see a small village to the west.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river continues north and south from here through a water eroded valley.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river continues north and south from here through a water eroded valley.
• The River Of Lost Souls - The river makes a sharp bend here and heads south into a large mountain and north through a valley. On a ledge above you, and to the west, you can see movement.
• The Shipwright - The wood under you feet creaks from years of being soaked in saltwater. An old man with a curly, grey beard stand behind a small counter waiting to take your order. Behind him are mounted various model sailboats and large fish.
• The Southern Bridge - Walking over the bridge you see the rushing waters of the River Ishtar. To the south you see the Southern Gate of New Thalos and the Common Square stretches out to the north
• The Whet Stone - Very large men with very large swords drink beer from very large mugs. Everything in this room is BIG. The large round tables are scuffed and nicked from the numerous bar brawls that have sprung up. It might be a good idea to hold your tounge for a while as you soak up the atmosphere. There is an exit to the east where the master swordsman awaits pupils to train with.
• The Witch's Brew - Tayn presses his Coat of Arms and hops through a vortex Gourmet Kitchen No one really cooks here since the residents don't need to eat. But in the old times, the servants did need to eat...that was before the undead were used as servants. Now, this room is just here. A reminder of the past. The tables and chairs are still here, but they have not been used in a very long time. The counter tops are still spotless and shiny as ever but they now hold documents instead of food.
• West Ishtar Drive - A cool breeze blows up off the river chilling the sweat otherwise present on your skin. Orders and sometimes curses can be heard from the west in the direction of the warehouses. The common square opens up to the east and Ishtar Drive continues west.
• West Ishtar Drive - A few men walk by almost pushing you out of the way as they go about their business of loading and unloading the boats. An entrance to one of the huge warehouses of New Thalos is to the north and the River Ishtar quietly flows by to the south. Ishtar Drive continues east and west.
• West Ishtar Drive - The cobblestone road is moist here, the trail of water heading down to the boat ramp. Catching your balance as you start to slide on the slick pavement you grab on to the handrail someone has conveniently placed here. To the north is the Shipwright and Ishtar Drive continues east and west.
• West Ishtar Drive - This is the warehouse district of New Thalos. Strong men walk back and forth from the docks to the warehouse carrying large crates loading and unloading the boats as they sail down the river. To the north is one of the entrances of the warehouse and West Ishtar leads east.
• West Main Street - Donner INJURES you with his MAULS. Donner rips apart the fabric of time and space A foreman stands stand here watching over two construction workers fixing a pothole. The road here branches off north and south into two alleys behind the stores of the market. The main street continues east and west from here.