Welcome to Gaia! ::

Located at the center of the world, from the depths of the ocean to the top of the sky lies a constructed marble tower lined with relief carvings and statues. It's crowning jewel is a massive 30 foot brass bell covered in relief carvings of all the greatest gods to ever be. This holy tower served as the connection between the realm of the gods and the realm of man.

After the great conquest of Corinthinius this tower has been reduced to ruins, It's light and luster faded, it's ambience tarnished. This ancient tower now lies twisted and corrupt used as a hideout for less than savory creatures, and hardened sages.

This tower is defined by five main sections, The Underpass, the Vestibule, The temple of Man, The temple of Angels, and the Temple of Gods.

The Underpass is a flooded section of tower frequently visited by high tide. This labrynth like section of the tower is home to many secrets but also the most formidable creatures of the sea. Many of which had been forgotten to the outside world.

The Vestibule is a deep and endless dungeon set to hold criminals of the highest order. This dark and cold chamber also serves as the tomb of heritics and traitors of the holy fold. This is the prison to only the darkest and most unforgiven spirits.

The Temple of Man is an endless archive of infinite knowledge and truth, this temple holds relics to ancient history and the world before man. This tower is ripe with elemental power, and thus elemental beings tend to gather.

Temple of Angles is a house of honor to the holiest of warriors, and the most valued of ascended beings. This temple is bathed in holy light and reflects the light of protection through it's halls and out of it's windows.

The Temple of Gods contains the highest secrets held by the predecessors of the world, It's also home to greater deities who protect the past, present, and future through literature, art, and technology. This temple also houses the Bell of Eternity which is set only to ring in order to summon all deities and spirits of nature to the tower.

*At the top of the tower lies a wide open area drenched in star light, from each edge of the roof one could see half the world. A being in a blue cloak covered in runes and ornaments spots Oddplume and Haku in a crystal ball.*
"He's here. Be sure to give him and that boy a warm welcome. While you're at it, find the girl."

"Yes sir!"
"Yes sir!"

"To think he's babysitting a mortal boy. He's not taking this seriously."
"I'll begin the preparations"
"Good, report back should something happen."

*A voice echoes about the walls.*"Welcome to our headquarters Oddplume. I hope you find your stay here enjoyable. Heh heh heh heh."

"We didn't take your sister anywhere. She came here of her own will and is probably wandering about the lower regions of this tower. Happy hunting there Oddplume."

*a set of dark metal doors form around the entrance and slam shut.*

"You fell right into my trap. However if you're willing to give us what we want you, your sister, and that mortal child may be able to leave in one piece. Ha ha ha ha ha ha!"

*A trap door opens underneath Oddplume and Haku.*

"So who's going to find this 'Iris' girl anyway?"

"You."

"ME?! I don't even know what an Iris is."

"Well most notably an iris is a flower, it's also a part of your eye."

"But I don't know what the girl looks like."

"Idiot... use your best judgement. If you find a young girl who doesn't look to be a member of the organization then you've probably found the target. She should stick out like a sore thumb in a place like this.

"Do I get to beat her down?"

"Fine, but make sure she stays alive, she's only a demigoddess. She's useless to us dead."

*Devoe heads out for the lower regions of the tower.*

*Oddplume climbs a ledge at the top of the cavern then helps Haku up.* "Well no resistance so far..." *Oddplume looks about the stone walled room he's entered. It's even darker and harder to see and all the torches burn with a purple flame.* "I think that's about to end... This is definitely the dungeon. The Vestibule... I hope Iris didn't get trapped in here."

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*Iris, a young girl in forest clothing with long green hair tied off by a large purple flower wanders about the corridors of the prison nervously.* "What happened here? When I was little this tower was so different."

*Oddplume's ears perk up from the voice.* "That voice... I recognise it. It's that blasted lizard man from the shrine. Come on Haku, I'm going to give that douche a stern talking to!" *Oddplume's pace quickens as he moves through the dungeon.*

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*Iris speeds up a little.* "Okay... If I ignore the voice I'll be stuck wandering a creepy dungeon. If I follow it... Well it beats ignoring it." *Iris begins to run toward the voice.*

*Iris trips from the grab and rolls across the floor.* "Oww... I hate this place. Oddplume, where are you?" *Iris slowly gets up and starts walking again.*