Journey's End

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Journey's End is a private property located on Moonglae Var in Ta'Illistim in Prime.

It is a highly customized version of Evelise's Retreat, created by GM Valyrka and won by Alastir at Prime's Great Auction of 2016.

Rent was 75,000 silvers before the property was made permanent through Summit Academy.

Location

[Ta'Illistim, Moonglae Var]
Two pieces of crumbly silvery blue stonework cross over the var, forming a near complete arch. The broken gap in the masonry is jagged, but with edges gone soft with age and the elements. A respectful space surrounds the base of the structure on both sides of the road, separating it from the houses that sit nearby. Crafted from alabaster stone, a beautiful manor sits back behind a greystone wall. A cobbled walkway leads through a gate and up to the building. Lush fruit trees and blooming flowers fill the visible lawn.
Obvious paths: northeast, southwest

>look stonework

The stone is aged, and its age shows. A gap in the middle of the arch allows a view of the sky, framed by silvery blue granite.

Cobbled Walkway

Day

[Ta'Illistim, Cobbled Walkway]
Pale interlocking stones are joined together to create a cobbled walkway that leads up to an ornate mistwood gate set into a low greystone wall. Fragrant bushes of blooming alabaster roses line either side of the entrance, their light petals standing out against the dark background.
Obvious paths: none

Night

[Ta'Illistim, Cobbled Walkway]
Diffuse moonlight illuminates the pale interlocking stones of a cobbled walkway that leads up to an ornate mistwood gate set into a low greystone wall. Fragrant bushes of blooming alabaster roses line either side of the entrance, their light petals highlighted by the soft luminescence from above.
Obvious paths: none

>look gate

An ornate silver mistwood gate crowned with a scrollwork lattice is set into the low greystone wall, providing a partial view of the lush green lawn and alabaster stone manor beyond. The fittings of the gate are crafted from crimson eahnor and shaped as miniature rose blossoms, their vivid hue contrasting with the backdrop of pallid wood.

>open gate

You unhook a small silver latch and gently push the gate open.

>close gate

You gently pull an ornate mistwood gate closed and hook the silver latch.

Lawn

Day

[Journey's End, Lawn]
Surrounded by a low greystone wall, a rolling green lawn spreads out before a beautiful alabaster stone manor. Both elegant and charming, the building's design synthesizes the beauty of the landscape. A cobbled walkway separates a cherry grove and blossoming beds of colorful flowers.
Obvious paths: none

>look wall

Pale grey stones have been worked together creating a wall that surrounds the manor's property. An ornate mistwood gate gives access to the city streets. Flowing rose bushes climb over the surface at various points, their full blossoms the perfect accent.

>look manor

Smooth alabaster stone forms the outer walls of this charming manor. A slanted roof crafted entirely from porcelain shingles gently slopes over beautiful oriel windows. The cobbled walkway leads up to a carved beechwood door.

>look grove

Planted in neat rows, each of the trees in the grove are in various states of blossom. Ranging from deep to pale pink to white, the blossoms display a beautiful array of vibrant colors. Many of the tree's wide boughs dip low over the lawn, heavily laden with clusters of ripe, dark red cherries.

>look tree

Heavily laden with clusters of ripe, dark red cherries, the tree showcases a beautiful display of pale pink cherry blossoms.

>gaze tree

You gaze at a blossom and cherry-laden tree with a practiced eye, noting that you could probably harvest a pale pink cherry blossom, a cluster of magenta cherry blossoms, a bell-shaped fuchsia cherry blossom, a vibrant pink cherry blossom, a pale white cherry blossom, a handful of plump dark red cherries, a serrated green ovate leaf, and a thin piece of moss-covered bark.

>analyze tree

You may attend to a blossom and cherry-laden tree.
You may gaze at a blossom and cherry-laden tree to see if it has any harvest-worthy items.
You may scratch a blossom and cherry-laden tree to harvest some bark.
You may pinch a leaf off of a blossom and cherry-laden tree.
You may pull a piece of fruit off of a blossom and cherry-laden tree
You may pluck a flower off of a blossom and cherry-laden tree.
You may smell a blossom and cherry-laden tree to see if it has a unique scent.

>look beds

The cobbled walkway is lined on one side by flower beds overflowing with blooming flowers. Tall, vibrant dragonstalk towers over a mixture of colorful lilies and irises.
a yellow-throated crimson dragonstalk
a bright pink stargazer lily with spiked petals
a deep heliotrope iris striated with alabaster.

>open gate

You gently pull on the gate, giving a view of the var beyond.

>close gate

You reach out to push the gate, but it swings away.

Ambient Room Scripts

DAY
A gust of wind rustles through the cherry grove, causing a cascade of pale pink petals to drift gracefully to the ground.
The faint bustling noises of the city can be heard beyond the greystone wall, the sound muted slightly by the distance to Moonglae Var.
A pair of ruby-throated hummingbirds dance about a bed of stargazer lilies, flitting to and fro, feeding on nectar from the lush blooms.
A tawny spotted ocelot peers out from behind a blossom and cherry-laden tree, cautiously observing the surroundings before sneaking off.
A soft, sweet fragrance of cherry blossom mingles with the scents of iris and stargazer lilies, creating an aromatic floral perfume that wafts throughout the area.
NIGHT
A little brown bat swoops in while emitting a series of shrill noises, close on the trail of fleeing starflies.
The sirenflowers whisper in soft, echoing tones to one another before rising into their eerie ballad once more.
A chill draft of wind whistles by, evoking a cascade of soft, somber wails from the sirenflowers growing in their beds.
A greater elf owl glides through the cherry grove, hooting loudly to the outrageously fluffy owlet flapping close behind it.
Rapidly blinking in and out, starflies flit through the darkness, their dance disrupted by the sudden appearance of a little brown bat.

Foyer

>go door (from Journey's End, Lawn)

Retrieving your silver key from your person, you unlock and open a carved beechwood door.
[Journey's End, Foyer]
Covered with stone tiles, the floor of the entryway is a colorful mosaic depicting a rose pattern. A mirrored coat rack stands next to a carved beechwood door, a reflection of the room echoed in the smooth glass. Suspended from a silver chain, a large candelabra hangs above, illuminating the area.
Obvious paths: north, west
You pull a carved beechwood door closed behind you and lock it, then tuck your key back into its place.

>look rack

Crafted from silvery mistwood and carved with a beautiful rose and vine pattern, the rack is a lovely piece of furniture. A row of wooden pegs is placed above a tall mirror, perfect for hanging coats or hats. A small bin is tucked below for storing shoes or boots.

>peer mirror (functional)

You look at yourself carefully in the mirror...

Ambient Room Scripts

DAY
The scent of freshly brewed coffee wafts from another section of the manor, accented by the faintest hint of vanilla.
An exceedingly fluffy black kitten gambols about the room, pouncing on spots of light before prancing off to create mischief elsewhere.
An elven page boy dressed in silver-on-sapphire livery walks through the foyer, a stack of wax-sealed correspondence clasped firmly in hand.
A handsome elven houseboy attired in silver-on-sapphire livery slips in and straightens the coat rack before wiping a smudge off the mirror and moving on to a different room.
NIGHT
A quiet stillness passes through the manor as the nighttime hours tick by.
An elderly retainer passes by the front door, making sure the locks are secured before heading off.
An exceedingly fluffy black kitten runs through the room at lightning speed, heading off towards another part of the manor.
The crystal briolettes suspended from the candelabra chime softly as they sway gently, refracting light from beeswax candles throughout the foyer.

Study

Earthnode

[Journey's End, Study]
Small and cozy, the intimate study is lined with shelves filled with various books and volumes. A small basket of sticks rests next to a large stone fireplace adorned with a thick oak mantle. Tucked into a corner is a mistwood writing desk, its surface cluttered with various inkwells, parchments, and quills with a matching mistwood chair placed in front. A large dart board hangs over an oak dartboard rack, which sits caddy-corner to a small tiled bar covered with a varied selection of food and drink. You also see a mistwood storage locker secured with a large padlock.
Obvious paths: east

>look fireplace (functional)

You see a neatly laid-out pile of wood and tinder awaiting only the application of flame to come to life. Nearby is a basket of sticks ready to be used to light the fire or to keep it burning.

>sit chair

You settle yourself on the mistwood chair for a moment's rest.

>look board (functional)

a dark fel dart board painted with greyscale storm clouds
You see a classical dart board numbered one through twenty, with two special score rings and a standard two ring bull's eye. On the board you also see:
a silvery mistwood dart with sapphire blue fletchings

>look on bar

On the tiled bar you see a plate of artisan cheeses, a small tin of sturgeon caviar, a bowl of macadamia nuts, a bottle of red wine, a flagon of honey ale, a decanter of intense emerald absinthe.

Ambient Room Scripts

An exceedingly fluffy black kitten prances out from behind the writing desk and dashes for the foyer, a plumed quill gripped tightly in his mouth.
An elderly retainer enters carrying a stack of fresh parchment and quills.  He places the items on the writing desk and arranges them in an orderly fashion, then exits.
A handsome elven houseboy in silver-on-sapphire livery arrives, carrying several bottles on a silver tray. Moving next to the bar, he refills the various beverages before withdrawing. 
An elven page boy dressed in silver-on-sapphire livery removes a disorganized heap of wax-sealed parchments from the writing desk and hurries off with the parchments held firmly in hand.
A handsome elven houseboy tidies the room, dusting the bookcases and shelves with a fluffy feather duster.  He gives the bar a quick polish with a rag pulled from his pocket, then exits.

Sitting Room

Day

[Journey's End, Sitting Room]
Tucked away in the back of the manor is an elegant sitting room. A sliding glass door dominates the north wall, giving a peek at the bright sky and the verdant garden beyond. Several cushioned chairs are placed around a small mistwood table, creating an intimate setting. A small porcelain stove sits in the corner, a basket of supplies open beside it. A sideboard decorates the east wall, atop it sits a small ceramic pot filled with thick greenery, its long tendrils of leaves creeping down the side.
Obvious paths: south

Night

[Journey's End, Sitting room]
Tucked away in the back of the manor is an elegant sitting room. A sliding glass door dominates the north wall, giving a peek at the darkened sky and the verdant garden beyond. Several cushioned chairs are placed around a small mistwood table, creating an intimate setting. A small porcelain stove sits in the corner, a basket of supplies open beside it. A sideboard decorates the east wall, atop it sits a small ceramic pot filled with thick greenery, its long tendrils of leaves creeping down the side.
Obvious paths: south

>look table

The small mistwood table is covered with an embroidered ivory silk cloth. An intricate design of blooming roses borders the beautiful piece.

>look on table

On the mistwood table you see a small crystal vase.

>look in vase

In the crystal vase you see a long-stemmed red rose.

>look on stove

On the porcelain stove you see a sapphire blue kettle.

>look on sideboard

On the buffet table you see a tray of elven waybread, a plate of crispy bacon, a plate of egg and cheese sandwiches, a pitcher of chilled orange juice, a pitcher of iced lemonade.

Ambient Room Scripts

DAY
A sparkle through the sliding glass door catches your eye as sunlight plays off the cascade of water in a silvery grey stone fountain at the center of the garden.
An elven page boy enters through the sliding glass door, carrying a stack of seasoned firewood.  He places the wood in the basket, dusts himself off and exits with a cheeky grin.
A handsome elven houseboy attired in ivory-on-sapphire livery arrives carrying supplies on a silver tray.  Moving next to the sideboard, he restocks the food and beverages before withdrawing.
NIGHT
A series of loud hoots can be heard outside on the patio as a greater elf owl calls out in the night.
Through the sliding glass door you watch as a group of starflies dance in the darkness, rapidly blinking in and out.
Soft moonlight illuminates the view of the garden through the sliding glass door, bathing the water of a silvery grey stone fountain in a pale luminescence.
BOTH
A tawny spotted ocelot pauses outside on the patio to gaze longingly through the sliding glass door before scrambling off.
From the foyer comes the sound of little romping paws, accompanied by excited trilling mews.  An exceedingly fluffy black kitten saunters in proudly, a plumed quill in his mouth.

Patio

Day

[Journey's End, Patio]
The enclosed garden is ringed by pale granite pillars supporting the gently sloping slate roof. Across the way, a pale beechwood door leads to another portion of the manor. A narrow bed of white gravel surrounds a silvery grey stone fountain which centers the garden. Mixed with shades from viridian to sage, dense layers of moss cover the ground leading to a massive willow. A woven silk hammock is stretched between two glowbark posts that are covered with climbing white roses. You also see a sliding glass door.
Obvious paths: east

>look fountain

Crafted from a beautiful silvery grey stone, the large fountain is formed in a circular shape. A large peacock stands in the center, its beautifully fanned tail caught in perfect detail by the craftsman. Several small fish swim about the bottom of the pool.

>look willow

Towering over the garden, this massive willow stretches far into the sky. Attached to the trunk is a polished wooden ladder. Looking up, a large platform seems to grow out from the tree.

>sit hammock

You sit carefully on a woven silk hammock, causing it to gently sway back and forth.

>push hammock

You stretch out your leg until your foot is touching the ground and push, causing the hammock to sway.

>pull hammock

You stretch out your leg until your foot is touching the ground and stop the hammock from swaying.

Ambient Room Scripts

DAY
A small grey squirrel hops a few times around the base of the willow before issuing a series of loud kuks and scrambling up the tree.
The subdued sound of water trickling over a silvery grey stone fountain provides a melodic accompaniment to the wind whispering through the willow tree.
A rainbow finch suddenly alights upon the edge of a silvery grey stone fountain, quickly dipping its beak into the cool water for a drink before flying away.
A sudden shimmer of golden light within the waters of fountain catches your attention.  Gazing within, you see several small fish swimming around peacefully.
A brightly colored jewel beetle flutters through the garden, alighting on an alabaster rose.  Briefly stilled, it stretches its wings before taking to the air once more.

NIGHT
A series of loud hoots can be heard as a greater elf owl calls out in the night.
Scattered constellations of stars are visible in the night sky above, providing the garden with a soft luminescence.
A pale white moon moth flutters through the moonlit garden, drifting in languid curves before disappearing into the night.
A tawny spotted ocelot peers out from behind the massive willow, cautiously observing the surroundings before sneaking off.
The velvety perfume of roses lingers in the air of the garden, wafting from the climbing vines blooming along the posts of the hammock.

Willow

Day

[Journey's End, Willow]
Careful cultivation made this willow into a functional platform. The trunk and its adjoining branches grow right into the wood plank edges. Silk pillows have been scattered about the lofty retreat to add a touch of comfort. Looking out across the landscape, Seethe Naedal rises high to the west, its domed observatory aglow in the sunlight. To the east, a pair of bridges, one light and one dark, hover in the air above the city, creating visual markers that lead directly to the Sapphire Gate far below. You also see a polished wooden ladder.
Obvious paths: none

Night

[Journey's End, Willow]
Careful cultivation made this willow into a functional platform. The trunk and its adjoining branches grow right into the wood plank edges. Silk pillows have been scattered about the lofty retreat to add a touch of comfort. Looking out across the landscape, Seethe Naedal rises high to the west, its domed observatory aglow in the moonlight. To the east, a pair of bridges, one light and one dark, hover in the air above the city, creating visual markers that lead directly to the Sapphire Gate far below. You also see a polished wooden ladder.
Obvious paths: none

>sit pillows

You walk over to the pillows and with a satisfying sigh, throw yourself down upon its luxurious softness.

Ambient Room Scripts

DAY
A gentle, cooling breeze swirls through the tree.
The branches of the willow sway as a gentle breeze catches them.
A pair of songbirds flit back and forth through the branches, their light and airy songs filling the sky.
Climbing up higher in the tree, a small grey squirrel carries a nut in its mouth.  Its bushy tail twitches as he scampers out of sight.
NIGHT
A canopy of stars twinkles above illuminating the platform.
A pair of crickets sing happily, their songs echoing through the night.
Rustling slightly in the breeze, the trees add a soft accompaniment to the evening.
Rapidly blinking in and out, starflies flit through the darkness, illuminating their dance.
With a sudden flash, a lone star shoots across the night sky before trailing off into nothing.
A greater elf owl gives a short, "whoo, whoo," as it takes flight and disappears into the night.
BOTH
The sounds of the city are nearly suppressed from this distance above the town, but the tromping of boots from a patrolling Sapphire Guard is carried to your ears upon the wind.

Bedchamber

DAY

[Journey's End, Bedchamber]
Pale silk walls give way to a series of large, rounded windows that bathe the room in sunlight. A massive canopy bed dominates the bedchamber, draped with alabaster gauze, its luxurious silk spread is a sapphire blue embroidered with a silver jacquard pattern. Covering the floor is a thick shag rug woven with various shades of ivory and fitted into a deep recess on the far wall is a wide mistwood dresser. Suspended from a silver chain is a beautiful crystal lamp, its surface etched with blooming roses.
Obvious paths: west

NIGHT

[Journey's End, Bedchamber]
Pale silk walls give way to a series of large, rounded windows that bathe the room in moonlight. A massive canopy bed dominates the bedchamber, draped with alabaster gauze, its luxurious silk spread is a sapphire blue embroidered with a silver jacquard pattern. Covering the floor is a thick shag rug woven with various shades of ivory and fitted into a deep recess on the far wall is a wide mistwood dresser. Suspended from a silver chain is a beautiful crystal lamp, its surface etched with blooming roses.
Obvious paths: west
The floral scent of gardenia wafts from the bed linens, faintly perfuming the room.
A stray breeze drifts through the rounded windows, rustling the sheer fabric treatments.
A quiet tapping on the wall indicates the wind picking up outside as the willow tree in the yard brushes against the manor.
The muffled sound of water trickling over the garden's fountain beyond the glowbark door provides a tranquil background noise.
The faceted prism suspended from the finial of the hanging lamp rotates slowly, refracting patterns of light throughout the bedchamber.

>look bed

Standing center in the room, this huge canopy bed is carved with a climbing rose pattern. A luxurious silk comforter of sapphire blue embroidered with a silver jacquard pattern covers the thick mattress. Swathes of sheer alabaster gauze wind about the posters and drape the bed in a translucent veil.

>look on bed

On the canopy bed you see a luxurious silk comforter.

>look dresser

Fitting perfectly into the recessed nook, the surface of the elaborately carved dresser is polished to a gleaming shine. Brushed silver handles are fashioned into intricate roses. Worked into each drawer are a vine and blossom pattern that climbs about the beautiful piece of art.

>light lamp

You light the crystal lamp, and a small flame flares into existence, casting a dancing shadow along the ground.

>extinguish lamp

You carefully extinguish the crystal lamp, causing a small jet of smoke which quickly dissipates.
bed: LIE, JUMP, SIT, STAND, ROLL, CLEAN, BOUNCE
Sheets: PULL, PUSH, TURN, SNUGGLE, FOLD