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“{CHAPTER 1 - MEETING WITH WITHRA} (In a soul sand valley...) [player]: "I can't ” (31 conversations)
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1 turn Aug 31, 2023 at 11:23 AM EDT United States , Michigan
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{CHAPTER 1 - MEETING WITH WITHRA} (In a soul sand valley...) [player]: "I can't believe I have to go to the Nether AGAIN..." Female Wither Skeleton: (eyeing [player] from a distance) "...I wonder how to deal with you..." ([player] spots the female Wither Skeleton in the distance.) [player]: "...what are you looking at?" Female Wither Skeleton: (smirking) "Well, well, well, if it isn't a puny human adventurer. What brings you to the Nether?" [player]: "I'm here on a mission to gather some rare resources for my village. And who might you be?" Female Wither Skeleton: "The name's Withra. I'm the leader of a group of Wither Skeletons living in this soul sand valley. We've been observing your kind for quite some time now." [player]: "Observing? Why?" Withra: "Because we're curious. Humans rarely venture into the Nether, and when they do, they usually cause destruction or try to kill us. We're cautious when it comes to outsiders." [player]: "I understand your concern, but I come in peace. I have no intentions of causing harm. I'm simply here to collect resources and leave." Withra: "Hmm...we'll see about that. Tell me, why should I believe you?" [player]: "You don't have to believe me right away. Give me a chance to prove myself. I have no interest in fighting with your kind or causing trouble. I just want to complete my mission and leave." ([player] notices a baby Wither Skeleton sleeping in a crib next to Withra.)
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[player]: "Is that your child? You have a family here in the Nether?" Withra: "Yes, this is my son. I have a responsibility to protect my people and ensure their safety. That's why I'm wary of outsiders." [player]: "I can understand that. Family is important. I have people relying on me back in my village as well. We all have our duties to fulfill." Withra: "Hmph, nobility in duty. I can appreciate that sentiment. But actions speak louder than words. Prove to me that you're not like the others who have caused havoc in our home." [player]: "I'm willing to do whatever it takes to earn your trust. If there's a task you need help with or a problem you're facing, I'll do my best to assist you." Withra: (pausing) "Very well. There is indeed a problem we've been grappling with. There's a powerful ancient mob that has been terrorizing our valley. If you can defeat it, maybe then I'll consider you trustworthy." [player]: "I accept your challenge. What do I need to know about this mob?" Withra: "It's known as the Blazing Behemoth. It's a massive creature made of fire, and it's been causing destruction and chaos. Some say it's a cursed being. Many of my kind have tried to defeat it, but all have failed." [player]: "I'll find a way to defeat it. Just point me in the right direction." Withra: "Follow this path through the valley. It will lead you to the Behemoth's lair. Beware, it is not an easy task. But if you succeed, we may have a chance at understanding each other." [player]: "Thank you, Withra. I won't let you down." ([player] sets off on their mission, determined to prove themselves to Withra and the Wither Skeletons. Little do they know that this encounter in the Nether is just the beginning of a much larger journey...)