i think we should have a new help rumors with rumors about good stuff instead of crappy outdated stuff.
::UPDATE::
If you look at the list below, you'll see we have a dilemma. When do we talk about specific equipment and when do we make a blanket rumor for the area? Please weigh in.
Also, I'm really biased against slots that don't fit avians and flaming equipment. Halp by posting suggestions for the list and maybe even which level range to include them in.
Also, there's a chance we'll have TOO MANY rumors. So tell us which ones to cull. Thanx.
::END UPDATE::
let's start by making a list of all the stuff that should be included.
this is now a list of things not yet in the new rumors:
needed: 3 lvl 50 rumors
1 lvl 45 rumor
2 lvl 40 rumors
1 lvl 35
clanghammer gear?
dun candrae
lag:
lag ring-lvl 25
frabb's fab armor-lvl 15 or 20
glistening black sword-lvl 45
backbiter-lvl 15 or 20
SF:
ankh necklace
sulla ring
oily cloak
illithid ichor
displacer tentacle
yama:
lion mane etc.
treehouse stuff
battlefield eq
there are way more good ones so post them, i will make a master list below
also maybe some of these shouldn't be on the list, tell me which ones
Rumors 5
There have been rumors going around of an underground lake in the
obsidian hills, filled with a variety of nasty insects. One of them in particular
has an item that can help those who wear it fly.
Rumors 10
During an annual art gallery taking place in Calathar, you overheard a
couple talking about a magical portrait of an extremely handsome guy
somewhere in the Elven city near the Hangman.
Rumors 15
Through a portal in the mountains, it is said there is a city filled with crime
and corruption. There have been rumors of its addicted citizens having a
pill that can help tend your wounds.
South of the village of the Gnomes is a small town, complete with strange
and intriguing people. It is said one of them contains an item that will
help detect those that hide in the shadows.
Well, those are just some that I wrote off the top of my head. Tell me
what you think about them.
@diren those are great, except let's change gallery to gala
also, let's say that the underground lake is in a cave in insect garden to make it easier on ppl
Rumors 5
You've noticed that most of the grizzled veterans stopping at Calathar stock up on pot pies from the baker. The pies must have a high protein-to-space ratio.
Rumors 10
A common topic of conversation in Filthy's tavern is the presence of certain zombies wandering the Astral Plane. Although their souls were long ago excised by liches, the beings still carry their ancient weapons.
A popular practice among the warriors of the Realms is to enchant common weapons with elven magic. Elves once held a closely-guarded monopoly on the process, but over the centuries some of its secrets have been committed to paper. It is said the Thalosians had learned such arcana, but then again Thalos is just empty ruins...
Rumors 15
Last month a prominent aeromancer posited that the largest hurricanes are powered by magical clouds at the core of the storms. He mounted a sea expedition to try to obtain one of these clouds for further study but was apparently killed by pirates.
Gnomes are not to be trusted, but the villagers outside of Calathar are convinced that the stream to the south of them is the entrance to a magical world. Not even a cursory survey has been attempted, but the tale of a strange device for seeing hidden creatures has widely circulated.
lvl 20
A scholar visiting from the great Library in Valence gave a lecture on the old Olympian gods, whom he insists are quite real, though they were superseded by the new pantheon before living memory. He says they still cling to existence in their mountain enclave, effete and unworshipped. Perhaps they have retained powerful artifacts from their ancient glory.
Oh and now we'll need to take the sleep spell on red pills into account. it put my lvl 20 to sleep very neatly. Duration was 31 hours, which might be the lvl of the spell.
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RUMORS 0
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It is said that sleeping near the Instructor can be beneficial, and that
sleeping near the healer Clericus can be even more so.
A toy of the "little ones" somewhere east of City wears an item which
can make you strong, and one of the smurfs wears an item which helps you
when you practice new spells and skills.
Despite warnings from your mother about frittering your time away, you
might find it worth your while to examine items found in the Pool Room.
Retired from his successful pursuit of the Minotaur, a fellow has set up
a shop in town where he will try to discern important properties of items
you've acquired. Of course, he charges for his services.
Your diploma is more than just a keepsake.
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RUMORS 5
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There have been rumors going around of an underground lake in the
insect garden, filled with a variety of nasty insects. One of them in
particular has an item that can help those who wear it fly.
You've noticed that most of the grizzled veterans stopping at Calathar
stock up on pot pies from the baker. The pies must have a high protein-to-space ratio.
There is a neighborhood on the outskirts of town where bad girls hang
out. Vain as they are, they might carry something useful to you.
Not too far off the eastern path of Calathar, the gnome scientists have
invented a marvelous basket, which holds many objects and sometimes
even magically generates food!
Just outside the walls of Calathar is a small shoppe filled with wonderous
toys. A number of useful items can be found within its premises.
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RUMORS 10
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During an annual art gala taking place in Calathar, you overhead a
couple talking about a magical portrait of an extremely handsome guy
somewhere in the Elven city near the Hangman.
A common topic of conversation in Filthy's tavern is the presence of
certain zombies wandering the Astral Plane. Although their souls were
long ago excised by liches, the beings still carry their ancient weapons.
A popular practice among the warriors of the Realms is to enchant
common weapons with elven magic. Elves once held a closely-guarded
monopoly on the process, but over the centuries some of its secrets have
been committed to paper. It is said the Thalosians had learned such
arcana, but then again Thalos is just empty ruins...
Rumor has it there is a large house off the southern path from Calathar,
filled with unique characters and a variety of useful items. Will you be
able to solve the murders without any clues?
There is no minimum drinking age within the Realms, so drink up.
Adventurers who rely on mana may find the drunken state beneficial,
despite slurred speech and stumbling.
Folks near and far speak of a friendly young man who sells several items
useful for carrying and organizing your possessions. To find him, seek
your "solace" south of the main city, further even than the Circus.
Stop and visit the druids along your way.
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RUMORS 15
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Through a portal in the mountains, it is said there is a city filled with
crime and corruption. There have been rumors of its addicted citizens
having a pill that can help tend your wounds, but be careful, it may make
you sleepy.
Gnomes are not to be trusted, but the villagers outside of Calathar are
convinced that the stream to the south of them is the entrance to a
magical world. Not even a cursory survey has been attempted, but the
tale of a strange device for seeing hidden creatures has widely circulated.
Last month a prominent aeromancer posited that the largest hurricanes
are powered by magical clouds at the core of the storms. He mounted a
sea expedition to try to obtain one of these clouds for further study but
was apparently killed by pirates.
A tower full of confusion and mirages has been sighted on the far western
edge of Arialis Forest. Guarding its entrance, a statue of its founder
possesses a very powerful and popular weapon known throughout the
Realms.
Citizens of the small village of Lershar have been in a state of panic
lately, especially during the full moon. One person in specific has
disappeared from sight into the forest. Do you have what it takes to solve
the crime?
A young astrologer told you once, "Look to the stars my friend, for
there you will find true power." You wonder what he meant by that.
An old man wanders by you grumbling, you strain to make out what
he is saying. He notices your interest and remarks, "What are ye lookin
at youngster? Ya know in my day we took the time to explore, ye might
wanna consider it yerself ya know, Time waits fer nobody." With that
he walks away mumbling again, something about the old Clock Tower.
A scholar visiting from the great Library in Valence gave a lecture on the
old Olympian gods, whom he insists are quite real, though they were
superseded by the new pantheon before living memory. He says they still
cling to existence in their mountain enclave, effete and unworshipped.
Perhaps they have retained powerful artifacts from their ancient glory.
for level 10, let's replace the one about the container store in solace with:
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Ledwick's Toy Shoppe is celebrated throughout the Realms for its magical, lifelike creations, but few realize the necessary obverse of its wonders: the grotesque creatures born of the old man's failed experiments. Some say he destroys these dysgenic monsters, but others hold that at least a few were too powerful and now roam inside the walls and dark corners of his shop.
MORE:
lvl 25
Take a little time to visit the House of Usher; Usher himself is going through a bad time right now and could use some cheering up. While you're there you might want to borrow something from the doctor. He's said to have a piece of neckwear that's just essential to the modern panoply.
for lvl 20
The powerful elven ability of locate object is great way to track down treasure and powerful equipment, so it's no surprise the pirate lords have tried to wield it. There's been much talk in the Realms' harbors that the buccaneers now possess a special nautical instrument that's been imbued with the spell.
lvl 20
a quick edit:
A young astrologer told you once, "Look to the stars my friend, for
there you will find Herculean power." You wonder what he meant by that.
another lvl 20, i'd like some feedback on whether to include this one--i kind of prefer the idea of going through the enchant weapon scrolls in order to give people the sense of progressive discovery.
When Old Thalos was just a sleepy hamlet, Perelandra was already a thriving center of culture and knowledge. Surely among all its accumulated wealth and lore you can find something to aid you in your travels.
then at lvl 30:
After collaring a thief who tried to lift your purse, you ask him what brought him to such straits. He finally admits that he was once studying weapon enchantment at the High Tower but was expelled for drunkenness. His old professor, he states proudly, had almost reached the theoretical mortal limit for such spells.
made some of these a little comic. tell me if they're screwing up the tone.
lvl 10
Want to keep a low profile? There's now an alchemical alternative to casting invisibilty on yourself. It's being sold in the elemental canyon under the name "anti-cyclops," but it works against anybody. Better stock up, though.
lvl 25
A large grocery store is said to be located somewhere in Solace, along with some interesting inhabitants and items. While you're there, we're out of milk, and we'll probably need bread. Also, could you pick up some grapes if they look good? Thanks, sweetie.
lvl 40
In a bid to secure the southern passages to his castle, King Kandy has announced an open season on the fierce swamp-dwelling pools of molasses to hunters throughout the Realms. "How could a man kill such an amorphous being with normal weapons?" you ask. Try standing next to one and typing "k molasses."
Underneath the Holy Grove lays a large lake named Crystalmir. On the
northwest shores of this lake is the beautiful White Lotus Temple. The martial monks who dwell here have set up 36 chambers of progressively difficult challenges. No one could expect you to defeat all of these expert fighters, but you might find the attempt rewarding.
The warlike Amazons of the southern tropical forests owe their successes not only to their ferocity and prowess but also to certain extremely powerful accoutrements bequeathed to them by their patron Faustus. The pure-hearted warrior would do well to acquire some.
lvl 50
With demand for scuba gear fairly low, the industry sees little innovation. Thus you can't help but be intrigued by the legend of an old Freeporter admiral who received a magic ring from his mermaid paramour--the trinket allowed him to breathe like a fish. Any rational person knows that it's just a fairy tale, though.
lvl 35
Just because you're not dead doesn't mean you can't pay Charon an obolos and visit the underworld. It's full of mythical weapons and more, especially for the black-hearted and corrupt. Remember, though, that your victims have already died once--this time they might be a little more prepared.
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