Sanibonani! Umlingo at your service. Who has the pleasure of meeting the future 'King of Knaves'? Krystallia holds many secrets and with secrecy comes hidden treasure. No, I'm not talking about mere gold, but magical amulets, weapons which are attuned to the elements, and other items that have been previously seen as myth. Unfortunately, in the search of one particular lore, I find myself captive by a beautiful, but intimidating, noblewoman of the Sumerki Elves. How can I rid myself of an enchanted tower? Alas, I must shake the hands of a Teufel and become indebted to a devil!

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Umlingo the Rogue Warlock

The descent into the unknown makes my heart throb. Alas, upon each step spiraling down the staircase, I realize that I have been locked away in a tower. Images of lighthouses flash in my mind. Of course, this is not the place for guidance, but of torment. The only light that I see are from the blue flames adorning the walls surrounding the stairwell.


I reach a landing and grimace. 'There's bound to be another hidden chamber around here.' With a sick sense of curiosity, I place my ear against the stone. From my position, I cannot discern a sound. Yet, that does not disprove my theory. 


As I continue down the flight of stairs, I approach more landings. So far, I count five. The statement suggests the possibility of five prison chambers. I shake my head in disgust. 'What's the point of Pautina holding males captive?' Perhaps, this tower is saved for those she has an attachment towards. 


Chapter 26: A Hunt for the Gate