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Ahead of you stands the Varadiche Tavern. The only structure of substantial worth for miles around. The lifeblood of this sector of the frontier. The air buzzes with magical wards, tingling your whiskers. Up in the earthen lookout tower you can see a Siyuri eyeing you and your Yuke on your approach. After a few twitches of his tail, he seems satisfied you're not a bandit, and he returns to his guard duties. As you reach the entrance to the adventurer's tavern, the Lureai stablehand comes over and asks to tend to your Yuke. From her you grab your money pouch and sack with a few other small items, and tie them to your waist, before sending her off with the feline. [[Approach the tavern door.->Opening Tavern Door]]

(if: $g is 1)[(set: $gf to "Mister", $gs to "he", $go to "him", $gpp to "his", $gpa to "his")](if: $g is 2)[(set: $gf to "Miss", $gs to "she", $gp to "her", $gi to "her", $gpa to "hers")]A strong aroma fills your snout as you step in through the door. It's the peak of dinner time, the sun setting at your back. The patrons inside sit around large tables called rin designed to encourage socialization with strangers during their mealtime, coaxing them to chatter and gossip and tell tales of adventure. Swivelling your ears to listen in, you catch bits about their professions. Adventurers and explorers. Researchers and archaeologists. Mercenaries and escorts. Merchants and master magicians. Your ears also snag those tantilizing pieces of gossip. The monsters of the area; plant, elemental, animal and ex-animal. To the north lies the worst, not that the other directions are much safer. But for all of the danger, most in the tavern are relaxed and happy. This is a life they've chosen to walk. [[Continue looking around.->Look Around Tavern]]

Story Format: Harlowe 2.0.0 Suggested Editing Format: Harlowe 1.3.3 $n = Name $nn = Nickname $g = Gender, Male = 1, Female = 2 $gs = Gender Subject: he/she $go = Gender Object: him/her $gpp = Gender Possessive Pronoun: his/her $gpa = Gender Possessive Adjective: his/hers $gf = Gender Formal: Mister/Miss (Use (upperfirst: $) and (lowerfirst: $) to create proper capitalization when needed.) $r = Race, Veloxi = 1, Lureai = 2, Lontak = 3, Siyuri = 4 $rd = Race Derogatory (Prefix Only, not defined) $ra = Race Affectionate (Prefix Only, not defined) (Race is both singular and plural) $fire, $water, $air, $earth = Magic Elements Characters: (Note: Apply $n, $rd, and $ra as prefixes to the character variable in order to add some flavor to your conversations. Example: $ninn allows you to remember whether she calls you by your name or by your nickname. This can also, in turn, be used to further lock or unlock conversation options with the character by checking if $ninn = $nn or $n.) $inn - Innkeeper - Chianni - Veloxi - Female - (text-color: "#cc5522") How to set a Variable on Transition: (link: "Visible Words")[(set: $ to x)(goto: "Passage Title")] Warning: Lines will not be drawn between passages. `[ [Visible Words->Passage Title]]` = Normal Method How to obtain text input: (set: $ to (prompt: "Question", "Temp Answer"))

(set: $n to (prompt: "My name is...", "Enter your name here"))(set: $ninn to $n)The innkeeper gives a soft smile as she writes your name into the registry. She asks a few more questions about your travels. You tell her you're here as a hand for hire, looking for work. $inn["Alright $ninn, the total for one night plus meals for Zoan and Yuke comes to thirty-five zerdae."] You dig the needed copper coins from your money bag, and place them into her padded palm. (if: $g is 1)[She brushes her fingers against your hand and flutters her ears, trying to make you blush.] $inn["My name's Chianni, by the way. If you need to ask me anything, I'm here to help."] [["What can you tell me about the four Zoan races, Chianni?"->Nickname Select]]

(set: $inn to (text-color: "#cc5522"))Looking around, you see that most of the Rin are full. The tables here are thin-metal, crafted by the Lureai, and each is surrounded by ten plush lightweight chairs. Probably a design by the Veloxi. Before you can join a rin for your meal, your first task is to check in with the innkeeper. On approach to the desk, you are greeted warmly by the Veloxi vixen tasked with managing the books. $inn["Welcome, welcome! Varadiche opens its arms for you, young adventurer. ](if:$g is 1)[$inn[And quite the studly young adventurer you are." ] She eyes you up and down and gives a few teasing flicks of her bushy white-tipped tail. $inn["]](if:$g is 2)[$inn[Don't you look lovely this evening, miss. ]]$inn[If I could get your name, please, we can register your arrival and get you set up with a room!"] [["My name is...->Booking a Room]]

$inn["Which Zoan race did you want to know more about, $ninn?"] Chianni asks you with a practiced smile. [["The Veloxi"->Veloxi Info 1]] [["The Lureai"->Lureai Info 1]] [["The Lontak"->Lontak Info]] [["The Siyuri"->Siyuri Info]] (if: $r is 0)[//(You must choose your race before you are able to continue.)//] (if: $r is > 0)[[["Thanks Chianni." Find a rin to join.->Quest Selection Start]]]

$inn["Sure thing, $ninn."] She pauses and stares at you a moment, putting a claw to her lip. $inn[Actually, about your name. I was wondering if you have a nickname. Something a bit easier to say, perhaps?"] [["Yeah. You can call me..."->Nickname Select A]] [["I don't like to be so familiar with strangers, but my close friends call me..."->Nickname Select B]]

(set: $nn to (prompt: "My close friends call me...", "Note: Your nickname is used by all characters and cannot be changed."))$inn["Oh, I understand dear. That's how things are when you're out doing business, right? A shame though. (upperfirst: $nn) really does suit you."] With a look of rejection across her muzzle, she fiddles with the frills of her lavender dress. Veloxi vixens can be quite playful and flirtatious. A natural charm among many of them, with every small motion calculated. You might regret turning her down, but you //are// here for business, after all, and in her own way, so is she. $inn["Now, what were you asking again, $ninn?"] [["About the Zoan...?"->Race Select Intro 1]]

(set: $nn to (prompt: "You can call me...", "Note: Your nickname is used by all characters and cannot be changed."))(set: $ninn to $nn)(if: $g is 1)[$inn["Well I think that's quite an attractive nickname, $ninn."] She shoots you a grin that makes your heart skip a beat. Veloxi vixens always seem to know how to flirt, even if they are rarely serious.](if: $g is 2)[$inn["(upperfirst: $ninn). That's cute! It suits you, dear."] Her paw flicks at the ruffles of her bright lavender dress as she smiles sincerely at you, her eyes locked into yours.] $inn["Rolls off the tongue easier, too."] $inn["Now, what were you asking again, $ninn?"] [["About the Zoan...?"->Race Select Intro 1]]

$inn["Veloxi have looong muzzles, like mine,"] She trails a finger from between her eyes to the tip of her nose. $inn["Looong thick tails, like mine,"] She wraps her paw around her tail and drags her claws through the length of it. $inn["And loooots of sneaky, sneaky tricks up their sleeves."] She holds out her paw and with a puff of steam, what looks like a pile of gold vuli coins appears in her padded palm. A small fortune. But when you look a little closer, they have a noticeable shimmer to them, and when she squeezes her fist, the coins vanish. An illusion. $inn["What? What's with that look? Ohhhh, you were looking for a more serious answer. I suppose you it //was// a little sarcastic of me."] She takes a moment to pretend to dust off her paws, a charming upward-tilting pout crossing her muzzle. [["Oh, it's quite alright. You won a laugh from me!"->Veloxi Info 2]] [["Mhmm. Moving along?"->Veloxi Info 2]] [[Race Select<-"I see, what about the others?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"An illusion won' + "'" + 't fool me, Chianni. You should know that." //(Choose this race.)//')[(set: $r to 1, $fire to true, $water to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

$inn["Luxuriously long striped tails, splotchy thick fur, even thicker than mine. Call a girl jealous."] She grabs her tailtip and squeezes it with both paws. $inn["They're a little isolated and behind the times, though. Lureai fashion choices can be so questionable, somtimes. I mean, crowning yourself with a wreath of dried Loffa vines? Those evil plants? I prefer a nice healthy flower that wasn't trying to attack me."] $inn["But I suppose they did keep themselves fairly isolated in those mountains. The north tribe has to deal with unbearably cold weather, the south tribe with unbearably hot weather. Neither sound especially pleasant, so it's no wonder they turned to the caves underground. They're great at developing large cave systems, and with the ore and crystals they mine, the Lureai are an important part of the Veloxi trade networks. That's a big reason why the two races are on such good terms with each other."] [["And what of their magical abilities, Chianni?"->Lureai Info 2]] (if: $r is 1)[[["Their miners have brought us much wealth."->Lureai Info 2]] ][[Race Select<-"I see, what about the others?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"We are a race of hunters, why would we not wear our trophies with pride?" //Choose this race.//')[(set: $r to 2, $fire to true, $earth to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

[[Race Select<-"I see, what about the others?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"XXXXX" //Choose this race.//')[(set: $r to 3, $air to true, $water to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

[[Race Select<-"I see, what about the others?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"XXXXX" //Choose this race.//')[(set: $r to 4, $air to true, $earth to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

The End. For now. :)

Turning now to the intricate wooden door that serves as the main entrance, you can see it is clearly grown from magic rather than carved and chiselled. Framing that door is a wall, a wall made of impressively polished stone that, quite literally, seems to sparkle. This building was built with the magical talents of all four races. A bastion of safety in the depths of the forbidden lands. You step forward, putting paws to the portal, and push your way in. Once inside, you are greeted with a... (link: "Gentleman's welcome.")[(set: $g to 1)(goto: "Smells of Mealtime")] (link: "Lady's welcome.")[(set: $g to 2)(goto: "Smells of Mealtime")]

(set: $n to "Debugger Dragon", $nn to "God", $g to 1, $r to 0, $fire to true, $water to true, $earth to true, $air to true)Forcing Character Creation (if: $g is 1)[(set: $gf to "Mister", $gs to "he", $go to "him", $gpp to "his", $gpa to "his")](if: $g is 2)[(set: $gf to "Miss", $gs to "she", $gp to "her", $gi to "her", $gpa to "hers")]Setting Pronouns (set: $ninn to $nn, $inn to (text-color: "#cc5522"))Setting Character: Innkeeper [["I am $nn, fear my powers!->Race Select]]

Set the link on DEBUG PRESETS to connect to the story where you want to test. Be sure to change your Gender and Race to what you are testing. All magic will be set.

$inn["As you've seen, Veloxi hold claim to the magic elements of fire and water. Illusion magic is our big selling point back home. Those with considerable skill are often called shapeshifters. Let's just say that calling the Veloxi tricksters is both the truth and an insult."] Chianni's expression changes momentarily, her expression losing a bit of its sparkle for a moment. $inn["Perhaps it's not best to get into that for the moment. If you would like to, you can come speak with me after your meal. Illusions aside, the Veloxi are the core entrepreneurs of modern Zoan society. Our capital city lies in the very center of the continent, with roads to all other regions. Now, we see ourselves as the Trade and Entertainment Capital. It's a very colorful and lively place. We do try to be welcoming, these days.] $inn["Our fur comes in many hues, but these days it's mostly gold or grey. Or some variant of that. There's some with darker colors, browns and blacks, but the reds? Those are rare now. They were some of the more anti-social of the ancient tricksters."] She conjures a water mirror and checks on the gold and white fur of her face and neck. Red-furred Veloxi are looked down upon, and of those that still exist, many with magic training choose to hide their real fur colors. [[//(See basic info sheet.)//->Veloxi Info 3]] [[Race Select<-"I see, what about the other Zoan?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"Life' + "'" + '`s` not easy for us Veloxi, is it Chianni?" //(Choose this race.)//')[(set: $r to 1, $fire to true, $water to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

$inn["The Zoan are what we call The Four Races. On this continent you will find many monsters, some of which might mimic our intelligence, but we are the ones who lay claim to this land. We are each unique, but we have our similarities. For example, each race tends to have a little bit of magic in them."] She places her palms together, and as she moves them apart, a strand of water can be seen swirling around a strand of fire, playing a seemingly deadly dance. $inn["Now, not everyone in a race can use magic, and some are much better at it than others, but it's common enough that we've taken it into our cultures and used it to shape the world around us. This tavern is practically a fortress thanks to the magicians who helped to create it, and the few that we pay to maintain it."] You take a moment to look around, noticing the crystal lights that glow with an inner fire, the intricate wooden decorations patterning the sparkling smooth-stone walls. The air itself in here smells impressively fresh behind the aromas of fresh baked bread and spiced Yuka milk. [[Continue listening.->Race Select Intro 2]]

$inn["But each race was only gifted with two elements. And some races don't exactly get along with each other. It's only been recently that an expedition like this one could even be possible. But that doesn't mean politics don't come up once in a while!"] Much of this is common knowledge. The Veloxi and the Siyuri don't get along due to differences in philosophy, and the Lureai and Lontak have been fighting over resources for generations. The innkeeper runs her claws through her long hair. $inn["But even with those differences, we have the same basic form. Two legs, whiskers, claws, pads, a long tail, thick hair on our heads and a pelt of fur... And while we can't progignere with each other, it certainly doesn't stop some of us from trying!"] She sashays and twirls, showing off the classic flirtatiousness of the Veloxi. It's hard to tell if Chianni is one of those who 'tries', or if being this charming is simply part of her job description. [["What of The Four Races?"->Race Select]]

-Species Details- Species Base: Fox Elements: Fire, Water Legs: Digitigrade Race Allegiances: Lureai (+), Lontak (~), Siyuri (-) Common Clothes: Lavish and fancy. Frilly, often brightly colored. Common Professions: Entertainers, traders, bandits, etc. Common Personalities: Attention seeking, cocky, playful. History: Tricksters in past times, eventually developing a taste for attention leading them to a path of commerce and mercantilism. Many with magical talents became performers, while the less magically inclined helped bridge the contact between The Four Races and generated a central form of trade and economy. [ [Race Select<-//(Learn about the other races.)//]]

Name: Chianni Race: Veloxi Magic Level: Appears mild, but at times she seems more capable than she shows. Fur Color: Light gold, when first encountered. Hair: Long Personality: Flirtatious, silly, composed Flaws: Sensitive to trickster insults.

Veloxi Appearance: Character has grey fur with white markings. Head hair is peppered (black, grey, white). Lureai Appearance: Lontak Appearance: Siyuri Appearance: Magic Level: Profession:

//The Veloxi are a fox-based race. Their elements are fire and water. Many wear brightly colored clothes, with frills and fancifulness. They are the race that developed the current system of economy, and they help regulate the trade systems. They are often playful and attention-seeking, often even cocky.// //As a whole, they are considered good friends with the Lureai, neutral with the Lontak, and on unpleasant terms with the Siyuri. Many specialize in illusion magic, with expert magicians even being capable of shapeshifting, not just as an illusion but as an actual tangible form.// //In the past, they were seen as tricksters, and distrusted by the other races. Their fur color is usually golden or grey. Light pale shades. Deeper colors are rare, and actual red foxes are often ostracized.// [[Race Select<-//(Learn about the other races.)//]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '//(Choose this race.)//')[(set: $r to 1, $fire to true, $water to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

$inn["Their magics, earth and fire, helped them conquer the rock beneath their feet. They mine, they smith, they shape their domain and craft the tools for their survival."] The vixen looks out towards the room at the Zoan sitting at each rin. In attendance are actually quite a few Lureai, brandishing many intricate metal weapons and adorned in a wide array of trophies of their monster hunts, as well as crystals and gems. Their clothing is often minimal or simplistic, allowing their prizes to be the center of attention. The two tribes are distinct from each other. The northern cats are white, splotched and striped in shades of grey. Their wear is the thick hides of the Yuke, even in this warmer climate. Conversely, the southern cats are tan, splotched and striped in shades of brown, with only the most minimal of clothing to remain modest. $inn["They don't deviate much from their cultures, which makes selling them stuff difficult, but we help the South Mountainers with their water problems, and the North Mountainers are eating up the new food and spice options we provide them."] Chianni smiles with a toothy grin, and licks her chops in a slow, deliberate manner. [[//(See basic info sheet.)//->Lureai Info 3]] [[Race Select<-"I see, what about the others?"]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '"Veloxi cooking //is// a rather delicious thing. Much better than the sparse pickings of the home mountains." //Choose this race.//')[(set: $r to 2, $fire to true, $earth to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]

//The Lureai are a race based on the Andean Mountain Cat. These felines have very plush fur, more poofy than that of the Veloxi. Their tails are longer than the Veloxi as well, but have shorter fur. Their fur patterning is consistently striped on the tail, with the other markings ranging from striped to medium size splotches. The face is more likely to have stripe-like markings than their bodies, but is not always striped. The Northern tribe is always colored with whites and greys, while the Southern tribe is always colored with tans and browns.// //Their elements are fire and earth. Most will wear animal and monster parts as decorative accessories, but they will also wear crystals and gems. Their smithing techniques are quite advanced, but their jewelery is more about showing off the trophy itself than the metal. The Yukes were bred and raised by the Northern tribe, and the mountains there are more likely to have crystals, but less likely to have ore.// //As a whole, they are considered good friends with the Veloxi, neutral with the Siyuri, and on unpleasant terms with the Lontak. Many of their magicians specialize in excavation and metalwork to help shape their underground caverns. Their disagreements with the Lontak are related to the destruction caused by the seasonal floods in the rivers south of the Southern tribe's mountains, but are slowly being smoothed over thanks to the joint construction of the Luritok Dam.// //Due to their long-standing isolation, they are slowly welcoming other cultures into their own. They are a stoic people, but they do have moments of passion when seeking challenge and adventure.// [[Race Select<-//(Learn about the other races.)//]] (if: $r is 0)[(link: '//(Choose this race.)//')[(set: $r to 2, $fire to true, $earth to true)(goto: "Race Select")]]