// Serpent's Hold General knowledge fragment
//
// Keywords:
// butcher
// tavern
// inn
// armour, armor
// blacksmith
// keep
// provisioner, supplies
// healer
// tinker
// stable
// tailor
// britain, capital
// trinsic
// okllo, ocllo
// jhelom
// nujelm
// moonglow
// cove
// skara brae
// minoc
// vesper,
// buccaneer's den,
// magincia,
// yew,
// wind
// lord british, ruler, king
// magic
// mage
// virtue
// avatar
// shrine
//
// - MMT
// 02/26/97 1:19 PM

 #Fragment Britannia, Local, Britannia_Serphold {
  #Sophistication High {
    #Key "*butcher*" {
      "Serpent's Hold is full of hungry men who would riot should the butcher ever close shop! Our butcher hangs his sign on the mainland, east a bit from the bridge.",
      "The butcher shop is just across from the stables on the mainland ... we don't ask where the meat comes from, mind ....",
      "'Serpent's Hold Meats' is on the shore of the mainland, east of the bridge."
}
    #Key "*tavern*" {
      "The tavern is in the main part of Serpent's Hold, next door to the inn.",
      "Indeed we have a tavern, and a fine profit it needs must needs pull! It is within the walls of Serpent's Hold, to the west side.",
      "The tavern faces the healer's shop, immediately on thy left as thou comes in over the bridge."
}
    #Key "*inn*" {
      "There is an inn within the walls of the Hold. It is on the far side of the tavern, on thy left as thou steps off the bridge.",
      "The inn is on the west side of the island, close to the main gate.",
      "We have a fine inn for strangers to rent a bed for a night or two. After thou hast crossed the bridge, turn left and head northward. It is two doors down."
}
    #Key "*armour*" "*armor*" {
      "Soldiers will buy the best armour they can afford, and rarely call it ill spent. In these parts, the 'Serpent's Arms' is where we go ... 'tis near the central part of the island, just south of the blacksmith.",
      "I've been pleased with our armourer's work. Look for the shop called 'Serpent's Arms', just east of the healer.",
      "Our armourer is within the walls of the Hold. As thou comes off the bridge, thou'lt see the healer's house, and the armourer is one house beyond that."
}
    #Key "*blacksmith*" {
      "Our blacksmith can be found in the very center of the Hold.",
      "To find the smithy, look within the walls of the Hold. It is in the center, betwixt the armoury and the provisioner's shops.",
      "The blacksmith works in one of the large buildings central in the Hold. The smithy is the northernmost of the two."
}
    #Key "*keep*" {
      "The Keep can be found at the island's northwest corner.",
      "The heart of Serpent's Hold is the Keep. It is the largest building on the island, in the northwest corner.",
      "Most soldier's in the realm spend at least some small amount of time in the Keep. Even those who wert trained in Trinsic or Jhelom will pay us a visit. Look to the northwest corner on the island."
}
    #Key "*provisioner*" "*supplies*" {
      "Thou'lt find supplies at the provisioner's shop. 'Tis the northernmost of the buildings in the center of the Hold.",
      "Our provisioner can set thee up with supplies. Look just to the north of the blacksmith.",
      "A soldier who leaves his pack empty is a fool. There are few fools here, friend, and we mostly buy our supplies at the provisioner's shop on the north side of the island."
}
    #Key "*healer*" {
      "A healer? Any place with soldiers has healers! Ours is on the island ... the first building thou seest as thou'rt coming past the gate.",
      "Thou seems hale enough to my eyes, but if thou needest a healing touch, find the house that is just across from the tavern.",
      "Thou'lt find the healer's place between the armoury and the tavern. 'Tis sometimes crowded, especially right after training."
}
    #Key "*tinker*" {
      "The tinker's place is on the mainland. Thou'lt find it closest to the bridge.",
      "I don't hold much with machines, but some of the gadgets at the tinker's place are outright useful. Thou'lt see the place on the mainland, just south of the bridge gate. 'Tis worth a visit.",
      "Some are taught that all a soldier needs is a strong arm and a sharp sword. If thou hast time, though, take a turn by the tinker's house, on the mainland side of the bridge, and see what else a soldier can use."
}
    #Key "*stable*" {
      "The stables are on the mainland, close by the butcher's place. We try not to ask questions about that ....",
      "The stables are on the mainland side of Serpent's Hold, betwixt the tailor and the tinker.",
      "If thou'rt looking for the stables, don't look about the island. 'Tis on the mainland, one door west of the tinker."
}
    #Key "*tailor*" {
      "All manner of clothing can be found on the mainland side. The tailor's shop is just west from the stables.",
      "Thou'lt find our tailor on the mainland side. There is selection enough to keep Serpent's Hold soldiers from lookin' like ragpickers.",
      "Our tailor is as neat a seamster as thou couldst wish. He is on the mainland side, and is a far to the west as thou canst find and still stay on the road."
}
    #Key "*britain*" "*capital*" {
      "Britain thou'rt askin' about? I'm told 'tis the biggest city in the land. Don't see what all t'fuss is about. The size of hereabouts is plenty big for me.",
      "Britain? I went there once. 'Tis over by the eastern shore, at the mouth of a whoppin' great river. That's where Lord British holds 'is court, but I saw him not even once.",
      "Britain? 'Tis the capital of the whole wide world, o'course. Sits on the shore of Britanny Bay way off yonder.",
      "Britain isn't so much as some folks thinks it is. They got lots of everything, but 'tis all flash and bother. Shiny nonsense....",
      "A place of magic, is Britain. Some say they invent a new spell every day. Don't know how they could use that many ....",
      "They're fair folk in Britain, mainly. A bit overloud for my tastes.",
      "Someday I'll go to Britain again, maybe settle down. They've got everything there ... games and shoppes and magic and just everything.",
      "Britain was the first place where people are judged according to their own accomplishments, not their fathers'. 'Tis a tricky thing to make work, I'd imagine.",
      "'Tis  the very center upon which all ill-natured rogues converge. They seek to destroy what they cannot understand.",
      "Britain? Seems a nice place, from what all I've heard.",
      "Britain? Been once. Quite big.",
      "Oh, posh. Britain's a place for swelled heads. All art and music and dilly dancin'. Bet there's not a soul there who likes rutabagas for breakfast.",
      "I hear the houses in Britain are too fine for bugs in the butter."
    }
    #KEY "*trinsic*" {
      "Trinsic? 'Tis near the Cape of Heroes, I think.",
      "If thou'rt looking for Trinsic, 'tis south, but along the eastern coast.",
      "Thou needs must needs be a fisher or an inventor if thou'rt interested in Trinsic. Fish, fighters and fools, that's what they've got.",
      "Trinsic is a clever place. They've got fellows there who spend all day thinkin' about weapons of war and other such things to improve the quality of life.",
      "I saw a combat mage on his way to Trinsic once. Said he was going to teach battle magic to the paladins.",
      "I met a man from Jhelom who said that Trinsic buys war horses like a shepherd buys apples!",
      "It's too smart for me there by half, and that's the truth. Trinsic is all engineers from Britain and Minoc and Moonglow. I'd be feared to speak for soundin' stupid.",
      "I don't know much about Trinsic. I think they make paladins or palaquins or something.",
      "Trinsic is a tough place. The whole thing is warriors, and the rest is city guards.",
      "There be giants, ogres and trolls near Trinsic ... and pirates in the waters.",
      "Trinsic? 'Tis the land's guardian, a city that teaches paladins the ways of honor and virtue.",
      "'Tis a place of swift justice, is Trinsic. Thieves are as rare as whistling cats."
    }
#Key "*okllo*" "*ocllo*" {
      "Ocllo? Doubt I heard of it.",
      "Ocllo? Island folks, I think.",
      "I've no ken of Ocllo.",
      "Ocllo ... hmmm. 'Tis an island, I believe.",
      "Ocllo ... rings a bell. Mayhaps something to do with salt ....",
      "Ocllo? Sounds very like the beginning of a joke!"
    }
#KEY "*jhelom*" {
      "Jhelom? 'Tis to be found at the very most northern tip of the largest Valarian Isles.",
      "Me, now I've been to Jhelom in my youth, and what I remember most of all 'tis the hard, rocky beaches and the oddly sparse jungles.",
      "Jhelom 'tis the very place to go if thou'rt looking to hire mercenaries.",
      "An overabundance of mercenaries are found in Jhelom ... and the shops and other establishments that serve them that fight for a living.",
      "My sister lived in Jhelom for near on two years. She didn't like it ... too harsh for her tastes. All steel and iron, no silks and satins.",
      "There's only hard-edged rational folks in Jhelom. They've nowt use for mages, but a magic weapon or potion will fetch a fine price most days.",
      "They need a fair amount of goods in Jhelom. They once tried to set up a colony - called New Jhelom - to grow their goods for 'em. It didn't work out. Now it's called Nujel'm and 'tis a nasty wicked place.",
      "There's not a lot of natural good to be grown or mined at Jhelom. Rocky, thou knowest.",
      "Jhelom? They breed and train the best horses in the realm. Famous for it.",
      "'T'ain't no horse better than a Valorian steed from Jhelom. Best war-mount a warrior could want.",
      "Jhelom? Pah! 'Tis a militocracy. Only ex-generals can rule, or some such nonsense.",
      "'Tis very like Trinsic and Serpent's Hold. If thou likes one, thou wilt enjoy t'other.",
      "Jhelom sounds dangerous to me. Everybody's armed and 'tis said they'll challenge thee to a duel for no good reason.",
      "They're very daring in Jhelom. Good swordsmen and skilled riders.",
      "Thou'lt do fine in Jhelom. 'Tis only cowards they despise.",
      "Cannot say I care much for the ethics of Jhelom. Watch thy comrade's back, watch thine own. Paranoia, I call it.",
      "I saw a dance from Jhelom once. 'Twas done in Britannia. Looked like hackin' and slashin' and kickin' to me. Take away the music and thou wouldst call it a riot!",
      "Jhelom? Now there is a town without a lick of beauty. Sad, really."
    }
#KEY "*nujelm*" "*nujel'm*" {
      "'Tis far from most things, is Nujel'm. A good thing, too!",
      "I've never been to Nujel'm. I hear 'tis a desperately wicked place, where more skin is shown than covered!",
      "Nujel'm is an island city. Part of Britannia, but ... different.",
      "My cousin said that in Nujel'm inns, magic makes the beds every morning and polishes the shoes every night. Wonder what the servants do ....",
      "They grow nowt but fancy fruit on that Nujel'm island. Everything else has to be brought by ship.",
      "Tell not a soul, but I want to go to Nujel'm someday. I'm savin' me coins up for a trip to their beaches. They say thou can swim with not a stitch on at all!",
      "'Tis a wicked place, is Nujel'm! They is ruled by despots who couldn't be prouder of the stranglehold they have on the city.",
      "The city guards of Nujel'm are bound to keep peace. They can execute a thief without askin' leave of anybody!",
      "It's a disgusting place. Nujel'm has no respect for decency. I've been there three times, and I know!",
      "Nujel'm's in no danger. So many ambassadors and lordlings spend their leisure hours there that all the lands would rise up to defend it.",
      "'Tis a foul place, ruled by the get of pirates and pillagers.",
      "'Twas a den of thieves once. Now Nujel'm has merchants, not cutthroats, who take all thy gold.",
      "I heard that on the island of Nujel'm, giving money to someone other than a Nujellan is punishable by death!",
      "The only thing free on Nujel'm is air, and any mage who conjures a way to charge gold for breathing will be hailed as a savior.",
      "Evil people walk the streets of Nujel'm. Slavers, assassins and such ilk are treated like regular citizens!",
      "I cannot stand the thought of Nujel'm! 'Tis a city without a soul!",
      "I heard Nujel'm is a beautiful place, full of color and magic.",
      "Nujel'm is gaudy and noisy. Behind the gilt is nothing but common avarice."
    }
#KEY "*moonglow*" {
      "Moonglow 'tis on the southern tip of Verity isle.",
      "Verity Isle is Moonglow's whereabouts. The island is named so for the city puts much store in lofty intellectual pursuits. ",
      "'Tis a very logical place, is Moonglow. Practical buildings, straightforward streets. Not a bit of froo-froo.",
      "Moonglow people are too smart by 'alf. They buy other cities' technology and then whack it to bits to see how it works.",
      "Moonglow is a place of new magic. I did hear that most new magic is developed there.",
      "The Lycaeum at Moonglow is famous. Nearly every wizard of any fame at all has studied there.",
      "'Tis a shameful waste that the land around Moonglow is so rich, yet none really till the soil. Might dirty their hands! Pah!",
      "They've got it sweet in Moonglow, thou knowest. All is imported, but not a penny of tariff do they pay!",
      "I heard once that they do not have coin in Moonglow. I know not that I believe it, though.",
      "I met a man from Moonglow once. Like a teacher he was, he knew so much. Too much brains, I'd say ... ",
      "I learned in school that Moonglow's export is knowledge. Hah! I bet not one of them knows half I know.",
      "Did'st thou knowest that Moonglow was beset by pirates and rogues long ago? Never no more, though. The mages keep the freebooters at bay.",
      "'Tis not right, thou knowest. Moonglow is supposed to be for the benefit of the realm, but they get to sit on fancy cushions, whilst folks like thee and me do the real work.",
      "I met a lass from Moonglow last year. Her nose was so high, she'd drown in a rainshower.",
      "'Tis a horrible place, I'm told. No holidays nor celebration feasts at all. 'Interruptions' they call 'em.",
      "Someone told me once that if the fine folk in Moonglow think thou'rt stupid, they'll not so much as let thee on shore!",
      "A scholar once told me that Moonglow people aren't as smart as they think they are.",
      "Moonglow? Pah! Too much thinkin', not enough livin' goin' on there."
    }
#KEY "*cove*" {
      "Cove? I'm not sure I've ever been there.",
      "Cove? Sounds near the water, mayhap ....",
      "I think I may have heard of Cove. Perhaps near to Britain somehow.",
      "I'm not sure where Cove is.",
      "Hmmm. Cove. I've never been there."
}
#KEY "*skara brae*" {
      "Skara Brae is on an island due west of Britain.",
      "Skara Brae 'tis a fine place for fisherfolk.",
      "Skara Brae? Thou canst not get more west than that!",
      "'Tis a lovely place, I've been told. Hills and parks and cobblestone streets has Skara Brae.",
      "They say Skara Brae has all the conveniences of home. Unusual in an island, surely.",
      "They got mind magic in Skara Brae. Not firebolts so much as scramblin' up thy head.",
      "I hear the land on Skara Brae is good cropland. They even have rangers to keep the farms safe.",
      "It's bad positioning, that's what it is. Skara Brae is unprotected from any evil that comes from the sea. 'Tis dangerous to sail there.",
      "They be the best shipbuilders in Skara Brae. Except Minoc of course. Maybe Britain, too. Still, they build fine, fast ships!",
      "The rangers in Skara Brae are second to none!",
      "A ranger who trained in Skara Brae can survive nearly anything nature can devise. They are marvels with animals, too.",
      "Skara Brae would be a far happier place if they could rid themselves of pirates!",
      "Very clean folk in Skara Brae. I'm told they'd rather bathe than eat, if they had to choose.",
      "I met a lady from Skara Brae once. She said that inside every body is all the 'etheric culmination of the intellect,' with compassion and rationality. Something like that. I lose sleep thinkin' on it.",
      "Poets! Everyone in Skara Brae is a poet! That's no good at all!",
      "Thou couldst not swing a fish in Skara Brae without thou slappest two rangers.",
      "I met a man from Skara Brae who said that on his island, earrings on a lass was as rare as wigs on a chicken. I've yet to figure what he meant.",
      "A mercenary from Jhelom can always find work in Skara Brae."
    }
#KEY "*minoc*" {
      "Minoc is in the northmost part of the realm, a bit to the east.",
      "Minoc is nestled in the mountains like an egg in a nest.",
      "'Tis a mining town, is Minoc. Used to be crazy metalworkers, now 'tis mostly crazy miners.",
      "They love their tools, doth Minoc. The Gadgeteers Guild is there, thou knowest.",
      "Minoc is too cold for my tastes. I'd need to walk in furs from head to toe, lest I'd shiver meself to death.",
      "I hear Minoc is a booming, thriving town. More money than people, they say.",
      "I hear they have house, all of glass, and that they plant their crops inside. Someone said that the food in those parts is ... strange.",
      "I'd not go to Minoc myself. There are too many thieves attracted to the new money.",
      "They're very pleased with themselves, in Minoc. I tell thee, there'll be trouble when all the new mines run dry!",
      "From Minoc comes the raw stuffs for building - lumber and metals and such. Their inventors are busy from dawn to dusk. Pity the nearest market is in Vesper.",
      "Needs must be a curse on Minoc, that they have so much, yet are too far away to best market it. They can't even find trusty mercenaries to guard their caravans.",
      "They live in ragged furs in Minoc, and love to call names to them that wear silk and eat off plates.",
      "Brigands can take their caravans, but Minoc is too well defended for invasion.",
      "Very creative people are found in Minoc. They take pride in artistry there.",
      "'Tis a grand place for an evening, is Minoc! Dancin' and drinkin' keep the cold from settlin' on thee.",
      "Were I an artist, I'd buy my goods in Minoc, but do my living in Vesper.",
      "Minoc is a mining village gone mad.",
      "Minoc has a different outlook than any other city in the realm. It's as fancy as a rabbit tooth, if thou knowest what I mean."
    }
#KEY "*vesper*" {
      "Vesper can be found on the eastern coast of Britannia, to the north.",
      "If thou looking for the major trading port for the north sea, 'tis Vesper.",
      "Ah, Vesper is known as a beautiful city. I would like to go there someday.",
      "Now thou wilt be able to find anything thou needest in Vesper. That is its fame.",
      "Vesper is a bit cold for my tastes. Cold wind, cold stone, cold people.",
      "Thou knowest that Vesper is the export center for Minoc, yes? They carry gadgets the likes of which thou'lt use every day ... and other such things as thou'lt be pressed to find any use for at all.",
      "The shopping in Minoc, they say, is a pastime and not a chore. Many shops for many things.",
      "I don't know what I think about Vesper. From what I hear, they spend their time on nowt but silly things.",
      "I'm told that the assassins in Vesper use magic in their trade.",
      "'Tis a bad place to farm, is Vesper, but a fair place to fish.",
      "People tire of things quickly in Vesper, and cast them out. They care not if it is gold or dross.",
      "Vesper needs must needs be a nervous place. There are few cities that do not envy its power, and would take it if they could.",
      "I heard Vesper was rotten to the core. Crime and all manner of vice can be found within its walls.",
      "I hear rumors that even Lord British doth not condone Vesper's wicked ways, and wishes Britain well washed of its sordid vices.",
      "Vesper is a city with an audience. Always there is street theater, firework displays and other such extravagances. Their only goal is to bring the moneyed people back",
      "Thou can never tell if someone from Vesper likes thee. They smile at everyone.",
      "They love only money in Vesper.",
      "Thou art always watched in Vesper."
    }
#KEY "*buccaneer's den*" "*buccaneers den*" "*buccaneers' den*" {
      "I do not know of a place called 'Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds dismal.",
      "I know nowt of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "I have never been to Buccaneer's Den.",
      "What? What? I do not ken thy question.",
      "How would'st thou know of such a place? I've never heard of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccawho's Den?",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds like a place for pirates.",
      "Buccaneer's Den ... unless it is misnamed ... would be a pit of immorality and deceit."
}
#KEY "*magincia*" {
      "Magincia is an island city east of Britain.",
      "Magincia, they say, would be food for pirates were it not for Moonglow's magic.",
      "Ach! Magincia is all flash and glitter! Too much money, not enough sense.",
      "I heard that the the most common shop in Magincia has more gems than Lord British' crown!",
      "They have everything in Magincia, save common sense.",
      "Magincia! Lazy ... overindulged ... spoilt rotten ...richling peasants! Dost not get me started!",
      "I heard that the floors in Magincia clean themselves. Now that's something I'd like to have!",
      "They use magic in Magincia to keep from doing work. Seems like cheating to me.",
      "There's not much farm land near Magincia, that much I can tell thee. They'd rather pay to have food brought to them.",
      "They'd not let the likes of us live in Magincia. 'Tis a city with only ladies, no ladies-in-waiting.",
      "I think they have a diamond mine in Magincia.",
      "They are lucky to have magical protection in Magincia. Not a city cares for them, and people hereabouts would like to teach them manners.",
      "Someone told me that the fine lords and ladies in Magincia hire peasants to talk to peasants. Keeps them a bit father away from the common riffraff, I suppose.",
      "It's said that in Magincia, they'd rather look good than feel good.",
      "The main difference between someone from Magincia and a peasant is that the Magincian is NOT a PEASANT! If thou seest what I mean.",
      "They produce nothing in Magincia but snobs and money.",
      "Someday they'll run out of diamonds in Magincia, and with hunger will come wisdom and compassion.",
      "Magincia is a land of over-plenty and overmuch pride. "
    }
#KEY "*yew*" {
      "Yew is in the northwest region of Britannia.",
      "Yew ... ahh, that is near to Empath Abbey. That's the land whence the best wine comes.",
      "Yew is not what I'd call a city. It is more a collection of friendly neighbors.",
      "They are a straightforward people, in Yew. Things are simpler there.",
      "They have magic in Yew, but it's more of a natural sort. Potions, elixirs, and other such aids.",
      "The druids in Yew can teach students how to focus their power through nature.",
      "The soil around Yew is marvelously fertile. Grass is good for sheep, and the grapes are excellent for wine.",
      "They are a peasant people in Yew, but in a good way, really.",
      "Thou hast to admire a people as self-reliant as they are in Yew.",
      "I knew a man who said that for bows and staves, none were better than those in Yew.",
      "It can be dangerous in the woods near Yew. There are bands of ettins, orcs and goblins that eat the livestock ... and occasionally the people, too!",
      "Yew is a popular place for Rangers, I'm told.",
      "I've been to Yew once. 'Twas a beautiful region ... peaceful and serene.",
      "Those in Yew despise those who misuse the elements of nature. 'Tis the only thing they truly hate.",
      "They like wine, the folk of Yew. When both moons are full, the town has a party with lots of wine, dancing, and even more wine. 'Tis a druid thing, I think. ",
      "When someone in Yew builds a house, all the neighbors help. Am told it only takes but a day.",
      "Shepherds are fond of Yew. Their carved staves are famous.",
      "I believe there is an enormous jail in Yew."
    }
#KEY "*wind*" {
      "Wind? 'Tis simply moving air.",
      "I have heard of no place called Wind.",
      "I do not understand what thou dost mean.",
      "I may have heard a legend of a city called Wind. It was in the mountains, if I recall.",
      "If there is such a place called Wind, it is not known around here."
}
#KEY "*serpent's hold*" "*serpents hold*" "*serpents' hold*" {
      "Serpent's Hold, thou hast found, is on the largest island just east and south of the Cape of Heroes.",
      "Serpent's Hold? This is where all the fighters of this realm are trained. 'Tis common knowledge.",
      "We are not so much a city as a stronghold, in Serpent's Hold. ",
      "If thou'rt looking for military devices, Serpent's Hold can meet thy desires.",
      "Here in Serpent's Hold, we wake with weapons of war in our hands. Our training never ceases.",
      "I do not care what other people think. Here in Serpent's Hold we hold magic to be a dishonorable method of war.",
      "'Tis not a land used for farming, is Serpent's Hold. The space is better spent for training and drilling fields.",
      "Serpent's Hold is a fine place for those interested in the military life. There is so much to learn!",
      "Here in  Serpent's Hold we are attacked but rarely. Only fools would dare invade where all are armed and ready.",
      "Sometimes there is blood spilled between the warriors of Serpent's Hold, Trinsic and Jhelom, but always in the spirit of honorable combat.",
      "We are not so much paladins or mercenaries in Serpent's Hold. Soldier is more the like.",
      "The silver serpent is the icon of prowess and courage in battle. Lord British was saved by a serpent, and we stand ready to serve Britannia likewise.",
      "The story runs that a silver serpent saved Lord British' life. Serpent's Hold is named for that snake.",
      "Warcraft is a serious business. It is all we think of, here in Serpent's Hold. We study it, and improve upon it.",
      "Discipline is important, dost thou not find it so? Discipline is based on duty, and duty is to Lord British, Britannia and to thy commanding officers. ",
      "Soldiers, once trained at Serpent's Hold, usually enter the world to seek their fortune.",
      "Serpent's Hold has no known export, save the valorous soldiers we train.",
      "I've lived my life on the battlefield. Serpent's Hold is where I hone my skills."
    }
#KEY "*lord british*" "*ruler*" "* king*" {
      "Lord British is the ruler of Britannia.",
      "Lord British? Why, he's our ruler, or course!",
      "I've always thought Lord British was a kind and just king.",
      "I've never seen Lord British myself.",
      "I'm told Lord British has a castle with a moat. I'll wager there are gargoyles on his parapets, too.",
      "Lord British could do with spending some time with the common folk, I think.",
      "Lord British saved us all from the evil Lord Robert, or something like that. I forget exactly.",
      "Now that I think on it, Lord British is probably a fair touch older than he looks. Dost thou think he might be ... magically sustained? No, never mind. Forget I said anything.",
      "Lord British lives in Britain. Come to think of it, that kinda makes sense.",
      "Didst thou ever wonder why the king is called 'lord'? Passing odd, I call it.",
      "Lord British sits in judgment in many courts. He needs must know a lot.",
      "I'd follow Lord British anywhere.",
      "Me mum told me that Lord British was saved from a mongbat by a silver serpent. I've never even seen a mongbat.",
      "If I were Lord British, I'd build a house in Nujel'm. That's what I'd do.",
      "Lord British knows everything.",
      "Me dad was once resurrected from death by Lord British. He was eaten by an ettin. It was a good job for Lord British to even find enough pieces to work on.",
      "Lord British is the best ruler we've ever had. All the school books say so.",
      "If Lord British were a pile of gold, dost thou believe he would think he were a horse? It probably wouldn't matter one jot, so long as thou got around faster."
    }
#KEY "*virtue*" {
      "I know many virtuous people.",
      "Virtue? I do not understand the point of thy question.",
      "Virtue is what virtuous people have. 'Tis a good thing.",
      "Virtue? I know nothing about such fancy concepts.",
      "Most people strive to be virtuous."
}
#KEY "*avatar*" {
      "Avahoo?",
      "Avawhat?",
      "Avatar? Sounds like a horse's name.",
      "I know nothing of any avatar.",
      "'Avatarrgh' is what a pirate says when he's slain whilst saying: 'Ave at thee.'"
}
#KEY "*shrine*" {
      "A shrine is a magical place where healing takes place.",
      "Healing shrines are found all about Britannia.",
      "I am fortunate to say I've never needed one. I'm not sure where there is one hereabouts.",
      "Shrines are marvelous free magic. For the wounded, they can be the difference between life and death.",
      "I do not know where shrines come from. They are good things, though. All folk know that."
}
    }
  #Sophistication Medium {
    #Key "*butcher*" {
      "Serpent's Hold is full of hungry men who would riot should the butcher ever close shop! Our butcher hangs his sign on the mainland, east a bit from the bridge.",
      "The butcher shop is just across from the stables on the mainland ... we don't ask where the meat comes from, mind ....",
      "'Serpent's Hold Meats' is on the shore of the mainland, east of the bridge."
}
    #Key "*tavern*" {
      "The tavern is in the main part of Serpent's Hold, next door to the inn.",
      "Indeed we have a tavern, and a fine profit it needs must needs pull! It is within the walls of Serpent's Hold, to the west side.",
      "The tavern faces the healer's shop, immediately on thy left as thou comes in over the bridge."
}
    #Key "*inn*" {
      "There is an inn within the walls of the Hold. It is on the far side of the tavern, on thy left as thou steps off the bridge.",
      "The inn is on the west side of the island, close to the main gate.",
      "We have a fine inn for strangers to rent a bed for a night or two. After thou hast crossed the bridge, turn left and head northward. It is two doors down."
}
    #Key "*armour*" "*armor*" {
      "Soldiers will buy the best armour they can afford, and rarely call it ill spent. In these parts, the 'Serpent's Arms' is where we go ... 'tis near the central part of the island, just south of the blacksmith.",
      "I've been pleased with our armourer's work. Look for the shop called 'Serpent's Arms', just east of the healer.",
      "Our armourer is within the walls of the Hold. As thou comes off the bridge, thou'lt see the healer's house, and the armourer is one house beyond that."
}
    #Key "*blacksmith*" {
      "Our blacksmith can be found in the very center of the Hold.",
      "To find the smithy, look within the walls of the Hold. It is in the center, betwixt the armoury and the provisioner's shops.",
      "The blacksmith works in one of the large buildings central in the Hold. The smithy is the northernmost of the two."
}
    #Key "*keep*" {
      "The Keep can be found at the island's northwest corner.",
      "The heart of Serpent's Hold is the Keep. It is the largest building on the island, in the northwest corner.",
      "Most soldier's in the realm spend at least some small amount of time in the Keep. Even those who were trained in Trinsic or Jhelom will pay us a visit. Look to the northwest corner on the island."
}
    #Key "*provisioner*" "*supplies*" {
      "Thou'lt find supplies at the provisioner's shop. 'Tis the northernmost of the buildings in the center of the Hold.",
      "Our provisioner can set thee up with supplies. Look just to the north of the blacksmith.",
      "A soldier who leaves his pack empty is a fool. There are few fools here, friend, and we mostly buy our supplies at the provisioner's shop on the north side of the island."
}
    #Key "*healer*" {
      "A healer? Any place with soldiers has healers! Ours is on the island ... the first building thou seest as thou'rt coming past the gate.",
      "Thou seems hale enough to my eyes, but if thou needest a healing touch, find the house that is just across from the tavern.",
      "Thou'lt find the healer's place between the armoury and the tavern. 'Tis sometimes crowded, especially right after training."
}
    #Key "*tinker*" {
      "The tinker's place is on the mainland. Thou'lt find it closest to the bridge.",
      "I don't hold much with machines, but some of the gadgets at the tinker's place are outright useful. Thou'lt see the place on the mainland, just south of the bridge gate. 'Tis worth a visit.",
      "Some are taught that all a soldier needs is a strong arm and a sharp sword. If thou hast time, though, take a turn by the tinker's house, on the mainland side of the bridge, and see what else a soldier can use."
}
    #Key "*stable*" {
      "The stables are on the mainland, close by the butcher's place. We try not to ask questions about that ....",
      "The stables are on the mainland side of Serpent's Hold, betwixt the tailor and the tinker.",
      "If thou'rt looking for the stables, don't look about the island. 'Tis on the mainland, one door west of the tinker."
}
    #Key "*tailor*" {
      "All manner of clothing can be found on the mainland side. The tailor's shop is just west from the stables.",
      "Thou'lt find our tailor on the mainland side. There is selection enough to keep Serpent's Hold soldiers from lookin' like ragpickers.",
      "Our tailor is as neat a seamster as thou couldst wish. He is on the mainland side, and is a far to the west as thou canst find and still stay on the road."
}
    #Key "*britain*" "*capital*" {
      "Britain thou'rt askin' about? I'm told 'tis the biggest city in the land. Don't see what all t'fuss is about. The size of hereabouts is plenty big for me.",
      "Britain? I went there once. 'Tis over by the eastern shore, at the mouth of a whoppin' great river. That's where Lord British holds 'is court, but I saw him not even once.",
      "Britain? 'Tis the capital of the whole wide world, o'course. Sits on the shore of Britanny Bay way off yonder.",
      "Britain isn't so much as some folks thinks it is. They got lots of everything, but 'tis all flash and bother. Shiny nonsense....",
      "A place of magic, is Britain. Some say they invent a new spell every day. Don't know how they could use that many ....",
      "They're fair folk in Britain, mainly. A bit overloud for my tastes.",
      "Someday I'll go to Britain again, maybe settle down. They've got everything there ... games and shoppes and magic and just everything.",
      "Britain was the first place where people are judged according to their own accomplishments, not their fathers'. 'Tis a tricky thing to make work, I'd imagine.",
      "'Tis  the very center upon which all ill-natured rogues converge. They seek to destroy what they cannot understand.",
      "Britain? Seems a nice place, from what all I've heard.",
      "Britain? Been once. Quite big.",
      "Oh, posh. Britain's a place for swelled heads. All art and music and dilly dancin'. Bet there's not a soul there who likes rutabagas for breakfast.",
      "I hear the houses in Britain are too fine for bugs in the butter."
    }
    #KEY "*trinsic*" {
      "Trinsic? 'Tis near the Cape of Heroes, I think.",
      "If thou'rt looking for Trinsic, 'tis south, but along the eastern coast.",
      "Thou needs must needs be a fisher or an inventor if thou'rt interested in Trinsic. Fish, fighters and fools, that's what they've got.",
      "Trinsic is a clever place. They've got fellows there who spend all day thinkin' about weapons of war and other such things to improve the quality of life.",
      "I saw a combat mage on his way to Trinsic once. Said he was going to teach battle magic to the paladins.",
      "I met a man from Jhelom who said that Trinsic buys war horses like a shepherd buys apples!",
      "It's too smart for me there by half, and that's the truth. Trinsic is all engineers from Britain and Minoc and Moonglow. I'd be feared to speak for soundin' stupid.",
      "I don't know much about Trinsic. I think they make paladins or palaquins or something.",
      "Trinsic is a tough place. The whole thing is warriors, and the rest is city guards.",
      "There be giants, ogres and trolls near Trinsic ... and pirates in the waters.",
      "Trinsic? 'Tis the land's guardian, a city that teaches paladins the ways of honor and virtue.",
      "'Tis a place of swift justice, is Trinsic. Thieves are as rare as whistling cats."
    }
#Key "*okllo*" "*ocllo*" {
      "Ocllo? Doubt I heard of it.",
      "Ocllo? Island folks, I think.",
      "I've no ken of Ocllo.",
      "Ocllo ... hmmm. 'Tis an island, I believe.",
      "Ocllo ... rings a bell. Mayhaps something to do with salt ....",
      "Ocllo? Sounds very like the beginning of a joke!"
    }
#KEY "*jhelom*" {
      "Jhelom? 'Tis to be found at the very most northern tip of the largest Valarian Isles.",
      "Me, now I've been to Jhelom in my youth, and what I remember most of all 'tis the hard, rocky beaches and the oddly sparse jungles.",
      "Jhelom 'tis the very place to go if thou'rt looking to hire mercenaries.",
      "An overabundance of mercenaries are found in Jhelom ... and the shops and other establishments that serve them that fight for a living.",
      "My sister lived in Jhelom for near on two years. She didn't like it ... too harsh for her tastes. All steel and iron, no silks and satins.",
      "There's only hard-edged rational folks in Jhelom. They've nowt use for mages, but a magic weapon or potion will fetch a fine price most days.",
      "They need a fair amount of goods in Jhelom. They once tried to set up a colony - called New Jhelom - to grow their goods for 'em. It didn't work out. Now it's called Nujel'm and 'tis a nasty wicked place.",
      "There's not a lot of natural good to be grown or mined at Jhelom. Rocky, thou knowest.",
      "Jhelom? They breed and train the best horses in the realm. Famous for it.",
      "'T'ain't no horse better than a Valorian steed from Jhelom. Best war-mount a warrior could want.",
      "Jhelom? Pah! 'Tis a militocracy. Only ex-generals can rule, or some such nonsense.",
      "'Tis very like Trinsic and Serpent's Hold. If thou likes one, thou wilt enjoy t'other.",
      "Jhelom sounds dangerous to me. Everybody's armed and 'tis said they'll challenge thee to a duel for no good reason.",
      "They're very daring in Jhelom. Good swordsmen and skilled riders.",
      "Thou'lt do fine in Jhelom. 'Tis only cowards they despise.",
      "Cannot say I care much for the ethics of Jhelom. Watch thy comrade's back, watch thine own. Paranoia, I call it.",
      "I saw a dance from Jhelom once. 'Twas done in Britannia. Looked like hackin' and slashin' and kickin' to me. Take away the music and thou wouldst call it a riot!",
      "Jhelom? Now there is a town without a lick of beauty. Sad, really."
    }
#KEY "*nujelm*" "*nujel'm*" {
      "'Tis far from most things, is Nujel'm. A good thing, too!",
      "I've never been to Nujel'm. I hear 'tis a desperately wicked place, where more skin is shown than covered!",
      "Nujel'm is an island city. Part of Britannia, but ... different.",
      "My cousin said that in Nujel'm inns, magic makes the beds every morning and polishes the shoes every night. Wonder what the servants do ....",
      "They grow nowt but fancy fruit on that Nujel'm island. Everything else has to be brought by ship.",
      "Tell not a soul, but I want to go to Nujel'm someday. I'm savin' me coins up for a trip to their beaches. They say thou can swim with not a stitch on at all!",
      "'Tis a wicked place, is Nujel'm! They is ruled by despots who couldn't be prouder of the stranglehold they have on the city.",
      "The city guards of Nujel'm are bound to keep peace. They can execute a thief without askin' leave of anybody!",
      "It's a disgusting place. Nujel'm has no respect for decency. I've been there three times, and I know!",
      "Nujel'm's in no danger. So many ambassadors and lordlings spend their leisure hours there that all the lands would rise up to defend it.",
      "'Tis a foul place, ruled by the get of pirates and pillagers.",
      "'Twas a den of thieves once. Now Nujel'm has merchants, not cutthroats, who take all thy gold.",
      "I heard that on the island of Nujel'm, giving money to someone other than a Nujellan is punishable by death!",
      "The only thing free on Nujel'm is air, and any mage who conjures a way to charge gold for breathing will be hailed as a savior.",
      "Evil people walk the streets of Nujel'm. Slavers, assassins and such ilk are treated like regular citizens!",
      "I cannot stand the thought of Nujel'm! 'Tis a city without a soul!",
      "I heard Nujel'm is a beautiful place, full of color and magic.",
      "Nujel'm is gaudy and noisy. Behind the gilt is nothing but common avarice."
    }
#KEY "*moonglow*" {
      "Moonglow 'tis on the southern tip of Verity isle.",
      "Verity Isle is Moonglow's whereabouts. The island is named so for the city puts much store in lofty intellectual pursuits. ",
      "'Tis a very logical place, is Moonglow. Practical buildings, straightforward streets. Not a bit of froo-froo.",
      "Moonglow people are too smart by 'alf. They buy other cities' technology and then whack it to bits to see how it works.",
      "Moonglow is a place of new magic. I did hear that most new magic is developed there.",
      "The Lycaeum at Moonglow is famous. Nearly every wizard of any fame at all has studied there.",
      "'Tis a shameful waste that the land around Moonglow is so rich, yet none really till the soil. Might dirty their hands! Pah!",
      "They've got it sweet in Moonglow, thou knowest. All is imported, but not a penny of tariff do they pay!",
      "I heard once that they do not have coin in Moonglow. I know not that I believe it, though.",
      "I met a man from Moonglow once. Like a teacher he was, he knew so much. Too much brains, I'd say ... ",
      "I learned in school that Moonglow's export is knowledge. Hah! I bet not one of them knows half I know.",
      "Did'st thou knowest that Moonglow was beset by pirates and rogues long ago? Never no more, though. The mages keep the freebooters at bay.",
      "'Tis not right, thou knowest. Moonglow is supposed to be for the benefit of the realm, but they get to sit on fancy cushions, whilst folks like thee and me do the real work.",
      "I met a lass from Moonglow last year. Her nose was so high, she'd drown in a rainshower.",
      "'Tis a horrible place, I'm told. No holidays nor celebration feasts at all. 'Interruptions' they call 'em.",
      "Someone told me once that if the fine folk in Moonglow think thou'rt stupid, they'll not so much as let thee on shore!",
      "A scholar once told me that Moonglow people aren't as smart as they think they are.",
      "Moonglow? Pah! Too much thinkin', not enough livin' goin' on there."
    }
#KEY "*cove*" {
      "Cove? I'm not sure I've ever been there.",
      "Cove? Sounds near the water, mayhap ....",
      "I think I may have heard of Cove. Perhaps near to Britain somehow.",
      "I'm not sure where Cove is.",
      "Hmmm. Cove. I've never been there."
}
#KEY "*skara brae*" {
      "Skara Brae is on an island due west of Britain.",
      "Skara Brae 'tis a fine place for fisherfolk.",
      "Skara Brae? Thou canst not get more west than that!",
      "'Tis a lovely place, I've been told. Hills and parks and cobblestone streets has Skara Brae.",
      "They say Skara Brae has all the conveniences of home. Unusual in an island, surely.",
      "They got mind magic in Skara Brae. Not firebolts so much as scramblin' up thy head.",
      "I hear the land on Skara Brae is good cropland. They even have rangers to keep the farms safe.",
      "It's bad positioning, that's what it is. Skara Brae is unprotected from any evil that comes from the sea. 'Tis dangerous to sail there.",
      "They be the best shipbuilders in Skara Brae. Except Minoc of course. Maybe Britain, too. Still, they build fine, fast ships!",
      "The rangers in Skara Brae are second to none!",
      "A ranger who trained in Skara Brae can survive nearly anything nature can devise. They are marvels with animals, too.",
      "Skara Brae would be a far happier place if they could rid themselves of pirates!",
      "Very clean folk in Skara Brae. I'm told they'd rather bathe than eat, if they had to choose.",
      "I met a lady from Skara Brae once. She said that inside every body is all the 'etheric culmination of the intellect,' with compassion and rationality. Something like that. I lose sleep thinkin' on it.",
      "Poets! Everyone in Skara Brae is a poet! That's no good at all!",
      "Thou couldst not swing a fish in Skara Brae without thou slappest two rangers.",
      "I met a man from Skara Brae who said that on his island, earrings on a lass was as rare as wigs on a chicken. I've yet to figure what he meant.",
      "A mercenary from Jhelom can always find work in Skara Brae."
    }
#KEY "*minoc*" {
      "Minoc is in the northmost part of the realm, a bit to the east.",
      "Minoc is nestled in the mountains like an egg in a nest.",
      "'Tis a mining town, is Minoc. Used to be crazy metalworkers, now 'tis mostly crazy miners.",
      "They love their tools, doth Minoc. The Gadgeteers Guild is there, thou knowest.",
      "Minoc is too cold for my tastes. I'd need to walk in furs from head to toe, lest I'd shiver meself to death.",
      "I hear Minoc is a booming, thriving town. More money than people, they say.",
      "I hear they have house, all of glass, and that they plant their crops inside. Someone said that the food in those parts is ... strange.",
      "I'd not go to Minoc myself. There are too many thieves attracted to the new money.",
      "They're very pleased with themselves, in Minoc. I tell thee, there'll be trouble when all the new mines run dry!",
      "From Minoc comes the raw stuffs for building - lumber and metals and such. Their inventors are busy from dawn to dusk. Pity the nearest market is in Vesper.",
      "Needs must be a curse on Minoc, that they have so much, yet are too far away to best market it. They can't even find trusty mercenaries to guard their caravans.",
      "They live in ragged furs in Minoc, and love to call names to them that wear silk and eat off plates.",
      "Brigands can take their caravans, but Minoc is too well defended for invasion.",
      "Very creative people are found in Minoc. They take pride in artistry there.",
      "'Tis a grand place for an evening, is Minoc! Dancin' and drinkin' keep the cold from settlin' on thee.",
      "Were I an artist, I'd buy my goods in Minoc, but do my living in Vesper.",
      "Minoc is a mining village gone mad.",
      "Minoc has a different outlook than any other city in the realm. It's as fancy as a rabbit tooth, if thou knowest what I mean."
    }
#KEY "*vesper*" {
      "Vesper can be found on the eastern coast of Britannia, to the north.",
      "If thou looking for the major trading port for the north sea, 'tis Vesper.",
      "Ah, Vesper is known as a beautiful city. I would like to go there someday.",
      "Now thou wilt be able to find anything thou needest in Vesper. That is its fame.",
      "Vesper is a bit cold for my tastes. Cold wind, cold stone, cold people.",
      "Thou knowest that Vesper is the export center for Minoc, yes? They carry gadgets the likes of which thou'lt use every day ... and other such things as thou'lt be pressed to find any use for at all.",
      "The shopping in Minoc, they say, is a pastime and not a chore. Many shops for many things.",
      "I don't know what I think about Vesper. From what I hear, they spend their time on nowt but silly things.",
      "I'm told that the assassins in Vesper use magic in their trade.",
      "'Tis a bad place to farm, is Vesper, but a fair place to fish.",
      "People tire of things quickly in Vesper, and cast them out. They care not if it is gold or dross.",
      "Vesper needs must be a nervous place. There are few cities that do not envy its power, and would take it if they could.",
      "I heard Vesper was rotten to the core. Crime and all manner of vice can be found within its walls.",
      "I hear rumors that even Lord British doth not condone Vesper's wicked ways, and wishes Britain were well washed of its sordid vices.",
      "Vesper is a city with an audience. Always there is street theater, firework displays and other such extravagances. Their only goal is to bring the moneyed people back",
      "Thou can never tell if someone from Vesper likes thee. They smile at everyone.",
      "They love only money in Vesper.",
      "Thou art always watched in Vesper."
    }
#KEY "*buccaneer's den*" "*buccaneers den*" "*buccaneers' den*" {
      "I do not know of a place called 'Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds dismal.",
      "I know nowt of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "I have never been to Buccaneer's Den.",
      "What? What? I do not ken thy question.",
      "How would'st thou know of such a place? I've never heard of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccawho's Den?",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds like a place for pirates.",
      "Buccaneer's Den ... unless it is misnamed ... would be a pit of immorality and deceit."
}
#KEY "*magincia*" {
      "Magincia is an island city east of Britain.",
      "Magincia, they say, would be food for pirates were it not for Moonglow's magic.",
      "Ach! Magincia is all flash and glitter! Too much money, not enough sense.",
      "I heard that the most common shop in Magincia has more gems than Lord British' crown!",
      "They have everything in Magincia, save common sense.",
      "Magincia! Lazy ... overindulged ... spoilt rotten ...richling peasants! Dost not get me started!",
      "I heard that the floors in Magincia clean themselves. Now that's something I'd like to have!",
      "They use magic in Magincia to keep from doing work. Seems like cheating to me.",
      "There's not much farm land near Magincia, that much I can tell thee. They'd rather pay to have food brought to them.",
      "They'd not let the likes of us live in Magincia. 'Tis a city with only ladies, no ladies-in-waiting.",
      "I think they have a diamond mine in Magincia.",
      "They are lucky to have magical protection in Magincia. Not a city cares for them, and people hereabouts would like to teach them manners.",
      "Someone told me that the fine lords and ladies in Magincia hire peasants to talk to peasants. Keeps them a bit father away from the common riffraff, I suppose.",
      "It's said that in Magincia, they'd rather look good than feel good.",
      "The main difference between someone from Magincia and a peasant is that the Magincian is NOT a PEASANT! If thou seest what I mean.",
      "They produce nothing in Magincia but snobs and money.",
      "Someday they'll run out of diamonds in Magincia, and with hunger will come wisdom and compassion.",
      "Magincia is a land of over-plenty and overmuch pride. "
    }
#KEY "*yew*" {
      "Yew is in the northwest region of Britannia.",
      "Yew ... ahh, that is near to Empath Abbey. That's the land whence the best wine comes.",
      "Yew is not what I'd call a city. It is more a collection of friendly neighbors.",
      "They are a straightforward people, in Yew. Things are simpler there.",
      "They have magic in Yew, but it's more of a natural sort. Potions, elixirs, and other such aids.",
      "The druids in Yew can teach students how to focus their power through nature.",
      "The soil around Yew is marvelously fertile. Grass is good for sheep, and the grapes are excellent for wine.",
      "They are a peasant people in Yew, but in a good way, really.",
      "Thou hast to admire a people as self-reliant as they are in Yew.",
      "I knew a man who said that for bows and staves, none were better than those in Yew.",
      "It can be dangerous in the woods near Yew. There are bands of ettins, orcs and goblins that eat the livestock ... and occasionally the people, too!",
      "Yew is a popular place for Rangers, I'm told.",
      "I've been to Yew once. 'Twas a beautiful region ... peaceful and serene.",
      "Those in Yew despise those who misuse the elements of nature. 'Tis the only thing they truly hate.",
      "They like wine, the folk of Yew. When both moons are full, the town has a party with lots of wine, dancing, and even more wine. 'Tis a druid thing, I think. ",
      "When someone in Yew builds a house, all the neighbors help. Am told it only takes but a day.",
      "Shepherds are fond of Yew. Their carved staves are famous.",
      "I believe there is an enormous jail in Yew."
    }
#KEY "*wind*" {
      "Wind? 'Tis simply moving air.",
      "I have heard of no place called Wind.",
      "I do not understand what thou dost mean.",
      "I may have heard a legend of a city called Wind. It was in the mountains, if I recall.",
      "If there is such a place called Wind, it is not known around here."
}
#KEY "*serpent's hold*" "*serpents hold*" "*serpents' hold*" {
      "Serpent's Hold, thou hast found, is on the largest island just east and south of the Cape of Heroes.",
      "Serpent's Hold? This is where all the fighters of this realm are trained. 'Tis common knowledge.",
      "We are not so much a city as a stronghold, in Serpent's Hold. ",
      "If thou'rt looking for military devices, Serpent's Hold can meet thy desires.",
      "Here in Serpent's Hold, we wake with weapons of war in our hands. Our training never ceases.",
      "I do not care what other people think. Here in Serpent's Hold we hold magic to be a dishonorable method of war.",
      "'Tis not a land used for farming, is Serpent's Hold. The space is better spent for training and drilling fields.",
      "Serpent's Hold is a fine place for those interested in the military life. There is so much to learn!",
      "Here in  Serpent's Hold we are attacked but rarely. Only fools would dare invade where all are armed and ready.",
      "Sometimes there is blood spilled between the warriors of Serpent's Hold, Trinsic and Jhelom, but always in the spirit of honorable combat.",
      "We are not so much paladins or mercenaries in Serpent's Hold. Soldier is more the like.",
      "The silver serpent is the icon of prowess and courage in battle. Lord British was saved by a serpent, and we stand ready to serve Britannia likewise.",
      "The story runs that a silver serpent saved Lord British' life. Serpent's Hold is named for that snake.",
      "Warcraft is a serious business. It is all we think of, here in Serpent's Hold. We study it, and improve upon it.",
      "Discipline is important, dost thou not find it so? Discipline is based on duty, and duty is to Lord British, Britannia and to thy commanding officers. ",
      "Soldiers, once trained at Serpent's Hold, usually enter the world to seek their fortune.",
      "Serpent's Hold has no known export, save the valorous soldiers we train.",
      "I've lived my life on the battlefield. Serpent's Hold is where I hone my skills."
    }
#KEY "*lord british*" "*ruler*" "* king*" {
      "Lord British is the ruler of Britannia.",
      "Lord British? Why, he's our ruler, or course!",
      "I've always thought Lord British was a kind and just king.",
      "I've never seen Lord British myself.",
      "I'm told Lord British has a castle with a moat. I'll wager there are gargoyles on his parapets, too.",
      "Lord British could do with spending some time with the common folk, I think.",
      "Lord British saved us all from the evil Lord Robert, or something like that. I forget exactly.",
      "Now that I think on it, Lord British is probably a fair touch older than he looks. Dost thou think he might be ... magically sustained? No, never mind. Forget I said anything.",
      "Lord British lives in Britain. Come to think of it, that kinda makes sense.",
      "Didst thou ever wonder why the king is called 'lord'? Passing odd, I call it.",
      "Lord British sits in judgment in many courts. He needs must know a lot.",
      "I'd follow Lord British anywhere.",
      "Me mum told me that Lord British was saved from a mongbat by a silver serpent. I've never even seen a mongbat.",
      "If I were Lord British, I'd build a house in Nujel'm. That's what I'd do.",
      "Lord British knows everything.",
      "Me dad was once resurrected from death by Lord British. He was eaten by an ettin. It was a good job for Lord British to even find enough pieces to work on.",
      "Lord British is the best ruler we've ever had. All the school books say so.",
      "If Lord British were a pile of gold, dost thou believe he would think he were a horse? It probably wouldn't matter one jot, so long as thou got around faster."
    }
#KEY "*virtue*" {
      "I know many virtuous people.",
      "Virtue? I do not understand the point of thy question.",
      "Virtue is what virtuous people have. 'Tis a good thing."
      "Virtue? I know nothing about such fancy concepts.",
      "Most people strive to be virtuous."
}
#KEY "*avatar*" {
      "Avahoo?",
      "Avawhat?",
      "Avatar? Sounds like a horse's name.",
      "I know nothing of any avatar.",
      "'Avatarrgh' is what a pirate says when he's slain whilst saying: 'Ave at thee.'"
}
#KEY "*shrine*" {
      "A shrine is a magical place where healing takes place.",
      "Healing shrines are found all about Britannia.",
      "I am fortunate to say I've never needed one. I'm not sure where there is one hereabouts.",
      "Shrines are marvelous free magic. For the wounded, they can be the difference between life and death.",
      "I do not know where shrines come from. They are good things, though. All folk know that."
}
    }
  #Sophistication Low { 
    #Key "*butcher*" {
      "T' butcher is o'er on the mainland, east from the bridge.",
      "The meat shop is just across from the stables on the mainland ... sometimes the meat's real cheap, too.",
      "Thou gets meats on the shore of the mainland."
}
    #Key "*tavern*" {
      "The tavern is next to the inn.",
      "I gets me ale within the walls of Serpent's Hold.",
      "The tavern faces the healer's shop."
}
    #Key "*inn*" {
      "There's an inn within the walls of the Hold.",
      "The inn is on the west side of t' island.",
      "To find the inn, cross the bridge to the island, turn left and go a bit."
}
    #Key "*armour*" "*armor*" {
      "The 'Serpent's Arms' is just south of the blacksmith.",
      "Look for the shop called 'Serpent's Arms', east of the healer.",
      "Our armourer is within the walls of the Hold."
}
    #Key "*blacksmith*" {
      "Our blacksmith can be found in the center of the Hold.",
      "To find the smithy, look within the walls of the Hold.",
      "The blacksmith works in one of the large buildings in the Hold."
}
    #Key "*keep*" {
      "The Keep can be found at the island's northwest corner.",
      "The Keep is the largest building on the island, in the northwest corner.",
      "Keep? Look to the northwest corner on the island."
}
    #Key "*provisioner*" "*supplies*" {
      "The provisioner's shop is in the center of the Hold.",
      "Look just to the north of the blacksmith for the provisioner.",
      "I mostly buy my supplies at the provisioner's shop on the north side of the island."
}
    #Key "*healer*" {
      "A healer? Look on the island ....",
      "The healer is just across from the tavern.",
      "Thou'lt find the healer's place between the armoury and the tavern."
}
    #Key "*tinker*" {
      "The tinker's place is on the mainland.",
      "The tinker is on the mainland, just south of the bridge gate.",
      "The tinker's house is on the mainland side of the bridge"
}
    #Key "*stable*" {
      "The stables are on the mainland, close by the butcher's place.",
      "The stables are 'twixt the tailor and the tinker.",
      "If thou'rt looking for the stables, look on the mainland, one door west of the tinker."
}
    #Key "*tailor*" {
      "The tailor's shop is just west from the stables.",
      "Thou'lt find our tailor on the mainland side",
      "Our tailor is on the mainland side, far to the west."
}
    #Key "*britain*" "*capital*" {
      "Britain's a big town.",
      "Britain? They say that's where Lord British holds his court, but I never understood. I thought it too big to hold.",
      "Britain? 'Tis the capital of the whole wide world, I hear.",
      "Britain isn't so much as some folks thinks it is.",
      "Magic is Britain. Must have mages or something ....",
      "I don't like cities like Britain.",
      "I dunno. Somewhere far away, maybe.",
      "I couldn't never get no job in Britain.",
      "'Tis a pile of posh prigs, is Britain.",
      "Britain? Not around here.",
      "Britain? Quite big.",
      "Bet there's not a soul there who likes rutabagas for breakfast in Britain.",
      "Britain ain't for me. I'd cut me mouth open."
    }
    #KEY "*trinsic*" {
      "Trinsic? Naw, Trin's fine, he just looks that way.",
      "I don't know where Trinsic is.",
      "Never been to Trinsic.",
      "Trinsic ... they think every day in Trinsic.",
      "Trinsic? That's my dog's name.",
      "Don't know nobody from Trinsic.",
      "Never seen nothin' grown in Trinsic.",
      "Don't know nobody who's ever been to Trinsic.",
      "I hope thou ain't wantin' to go to Trinsic. I don't think thou can get there from here.",
      "What'd ye say? Thou want a hair trimmin'?.",
      "Trinsic? That's somewhere else, I'm pretty sure."
    }
#Key "*okllo*" "*ocllo*" {
      "Ocllo? Doubt I heard of it.",
      "Ocllo? I think I had that when I was a kid. Still gives me trouble on cold days.",
      "Ocllo ... hmmm. 'Tis a kind of onion, I believe.",
      "Ocllo ... I don't think I've heard it.",
      "Ocllo? Sounds like the beginning of a joke!"
    }
#KEY "*jhelom*" {
      "Jhelom? We had that once, and lost three or four of the neighbors, I think.",
      "Jhelom? Thou ain't there, thou knows.",
      "Jhelom? Thou must be a fighter.",
      "I can't afford such a city.",
      "I can't breathe the air of fine cities.",
      "Jhelom is nothin' to me!",
      "I got nothin' that belongs to Jhelom.",
      "I ain't never been to Jhelom.",
      "I think they grow horses there.",
      "They got wore horses in Jhelom. Worse for wore.",
      "Jhelom? Pah!",
      "Thou won't catch me settin' foot in Jhelom.",
      "I heard that in Jhelom they'd kick thee in the teeth just as soon as look at thee."
    }
#KEY "*nujelm*" "*nujel'm*" {
      "I ain't familiar with Nujel'm.",
      "Nooj L. M. was a famous bard, my mother said.",
      "I ain't never been to Nujel'm.",
      "Thou ain't in Nujel'm, nope.",
      "I got a cousin in Nujel'm. She's got a good job as a waitress.",
      "Nujel'm ...? I remember somethin' someone said about an island and that it was wicked."
    }
#KEY "*moonglow*" {
      "Moonglow is my sister's cat's name.",
      "Moonglow 'tis an island, I think.",
      "Moonglow's one of them places where they think a lot. ",
      "Moonglow's where they grow new magic, I think.",
      "I met a mage from Moonglow, once.",
      "Moonglow? Pah!",
      "They got it sweet in Moonglow, thou knows. Not a real worker in the lot of 'em"
    }
#KEY "*cove*" {
      "Cove? Yup, last year me roof done cove in!",
      "Cove? Ain't sure I ever been there.",
      "Cove? Sounds near the water, maybe ....",
      "I think I may've heard of Cove. Close to Britain somehow.",
      "I ain't sure where Cove is.",
      "Hmmm. Cove. Never been there."
}
#KEY "*skara brae*" {
      "Skara Brae is a kind of perfume, maybe.",
      "Skara Brae is on an island.",
      "My uncle is a fisherman in Skara Brae.",
      "Skara Brae? I think 'tis to the west.",
      "'Tis a lovely place, I've been told.",
      "They got mind magic in Skara Brae.",
      "Good cropland near Skara Brae.",
      "I met a ranger from Skara Brae once."
    }
#KEY "*minoc*" {
      "My knock?",
      "I don't know where Minoc is.",
      "Minoc might be in the mountains.",
      "My cousin said Minoc is fair cold.",
      "Minoc? I don't know much 'bout Minoc.",
      "They say thou can make good money in Minoc.",
      "There's a fair number of people who left here for Minoc. I don't know just why."
    }
#KEY "*vesper*" {
      "Vesper? 'Tis someone who has vesprosy.",
      "Vesper? It may be a sea town ....",
      "I never been to Vesper.",
      "Vesper is a cold place, I'm told. I can't abide cold.",
      "I don't even know what they make in Vesper.",
      "My aunt's got a gadget that came from Vesper.",
      "I don't even know where Vesper is."
    }
#KEY "*buccaneer's den*" "*buccaneers den*" "*buccaneers' den*" {
      "I don't know of no place called 'Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds wicked.",
      "I don't know nothin' of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "I ain't never been to Buccaneer's Den.",
      "What? What? I do not get thy question.",
      "How would thou know of such a place? I ain't never heard of Buccaneer's Den.",
      "Buccawho's Den?",
      "Buccaneer's Den? Sounds like a place for pirates.",
      "Buccaneer's Den ... unless it ain't named right ... would be a pit of immorality and deceit."
}
#KEY "*magincia*" {
      "Magincia is ... a city of Britain.",
      "I never been to Magincia.",
      "My cousin said they wouldn't even let him in the gate of Magincia. He wasn't fine enough.",
      "The rich poffs live in Magincia.!",
      "I've heard of Magincia, but I can't remember what was said.",
      "Magincia! Lazy ... overindulged ... spoilt rotten ...richling snobs!"
    }
#KEY "*yew*" {
      "Yu? You? I don't understand what thou'rt meanin'.",
      "Yew ... ahh, that's a city, I'm almost sure.",
      "I knew a lad from Yew. He said it weren't really a city.",
      "Yew, that's a kind of tree.",
      "They make bows from yew wood.",
      "My cousin says they get drunk on wine in Yew.",
      "U. That's a stupid name for a city. They could at least add a few letters and make a word."
    }
#KEY "*wind*" {
      "Wind? 'Tis simply moving air.",
      "I ain't heard of no place called Wind.",
      "I don't understand what thou means.",
      "I may have heard a legend of a city called Wind. It was in the mountains, if I'm rememberin' right.",
      "If there is such a place called Wind, it is not known around here."
}
#KEY "*serpent's hold*" "*serpents hold*" "*serpents' hold*" {
      "Serpent's Hold? Thou'rt there ... I mean here!",
      "Serpent's Hold? 'Tis a fighter's city.",
      "We're a stronghold, Serpent's Hold is. ",
      "Serpent's Hold makes all sorts of things for battle.",
      "Here in Serpent's Hold, training never ceases.",
      "Here in Serpent's Hold we believe magic is cheatin'.",
      "We got to import our food, 'cause no one wants to farm, only fight.",
      "Serpent's Hold is a place for soldiers.",
      "We got no real enemies. No one attacks us, 'cause they're too scared.",
      "Our soldiers are better than any others. Not real fine, like a paladin, or out for money like a mercenary.",
      "We're soldiers, here. Soldierin' is the best occupation, I think.",
      "We call ourselves Serpent's Hold 'cause of the snake that saved Lord British.",
      "The story runs that a silver serpent saved Lord British' life. Serpent's Hold is named for that snake.",
      "Warcraft is a serious business. It's all I know, and I know it well.",
      "Discipline is important 'cause it's based on duty, and duty is to Lord British, Britannia and to thy
commanding officers. That's why it's important.",
      "Soldiers usually want to seek their fortune. Sometimes we join armies, and sometimes we don't.",
      "Serpent's Hold makes soldiers.",
      "I lived my life on the battlefield. Serpent's Hold is where I hone my skills."
    }
#KEY "*lord british*" "*ruler*" "* king*" {
      "Ever wonder why he isn't King British?.",
      "Lord British? Why, he's our ruler, or course!",
      "I always thought Lord British was the name of a bard group.",
      "Ain't never seen Lord British myself.",
      "My cousin said Lord British likes macaroni and cheese.",
      "Lord British could do with spending some time with the common folk, I think."
    }
#KEY "*virtue*" {
      "I know a bunch of virtuous people.",
      "Virtue? I don't see the point of thy question.",
      "Virtue is what virtuous people got. 'Tis a good thing.",
      "Virtue? I know nothin' about such fancy concepts.",
      "Most people strive to be virtuous."
}
#KEY "*avatar*" {
      "Avahoo?",
      "Avawhat?",
      "Avatar? Sounds like the name of a horse.",
      "I don't know nothin' 'bout no avatar.",
      "'Avatarrgh' is what a pirate says when he's killed whilst saying: 'Ave at thee.'"
}
#KEY "*shrine*" {
      "A shrine is a magical place where healing happens.",
      "Healing shrines are found all about Britannia.",
      "I ain't sure where there's a shrine hereabouts.",
      "Shrines are marvelous.",
      "I don't know where shrines come from. They are good things, though. All folk know that."
    }
    }
    }

