Force the Door Open - Success
FORCE THE DOOR OPEN
SUCCESS
Motivated by impatience and a determination to swiftly explore the hidden chamber, Gin opts for a direct and forceful approach. With a determined glint in his eye, he positions himself before the ornate door, muscles tensing as he readies himself to exert sheer strength. In a display of raw power, Gin brings his sturdy dwarven frame to bear against the ornate door.
The hinges groan under the immense force applied, and the engraved patterns on the surface seem to shudder as the door begins to yield. With each mighty shove, the ancient lock protests ultimately succumb to Gin's relentless determination. The echoes of clanging hammers in the Dwarven Forge momentarily pause as if Gin's strength astonished the walls. Once a symbol of mystery and resistance, the ornate door bows to Gin's sheer force.
It creaks open, revealing a passage leading to a hidden chamber beyond. The Dwarven Forge, previously disrupted by the sounds of Gin's forceful attempts, Althea stands by, watching the display with a raised eyebrow, surprisingly impressed by Gin's unexpected success.
As the door swings open, Gin stands victorious, the entrance to the hidden chamber unveiled through his sheer strength. The party now has the opportunity to explore the mysteries concealed within, the clangs of hammers fading into the background as they step into the enigmatic depths of the Dwarven Forge.
(INTRODUCE RIVIA)
As Gin and Althea push open the door to the ancient Dwarven Forge, they are met with an unexpected sight. Beyond the threshold stands Rivia Lionstooth, a young Human Bard adorned with colorful garments that suggest nobility and a free spirit. Rivia's eyes light up with a mischievous gleam as he greets the newcomers.
"Hello there, my newfound friends! Quite the surprise to see faces other than my reflection,"
Rivia says, his voice carrying a melodious quality that resonates with his training at the prestigious Colleges of Lore, Swords, and Whispers. Gin and Althea exchanged puzzled glances, taking in the sight of the jovial Bard, who seemed to have made the ancient forge his temporary refuge. Rivia continues, his expression brimming with both relief and amusement.
"I must say, this room has been my home for a while. Stuck behind that door, surviving on whatever rations I could find and entertaining myself with my trusty mandolin here,"
he adds, giving a playful strum on the instrument slung across his back. Rivia's presence brings an unexpected burst of liveliness to the somber atmosphere of Axeholm Fortress. His infectious energy and the lively twinkle in his eyes suggest that he has faced challenges with a sense of humor, turning adversity into an opportunity for creative survival.
"Now that you've graced me with your company, I won't need to hold my debates anymore. What brings you brave souls to this grand fortress, and might you be interested in some music to lift our spirits?"
Rivia inquires, his fingers already itching to pluck the strings of his mandolin.
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