NPCYou lean over the parapet with elegance, or what feels like it, and catch the amasec in your mouth. The dumbstruck servant sends the cups crashing to the ground. Anyone else who wants a drink will have to wait, or else follow your brilliant example.
YOU[Drink a second cup]
NPCYour mind is a little hazy, and a drunken flush brightens your cheeks. The amasec may go down deceptively smoothly, but its strength is already making itself known.
NPCThe cup-bearer refills your goblet. Then, with a sudden soulfulness, he looks into your eyes and sighs, "May you, unlike the rest, always be the master/mistress of your fate."
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]
MaiveThe young woman's cheeks flush a bright red as she accepts the drink from you. "Thank you, my Celestial Lord/Lady. Here's to you prospering forever, and Thassera always serving you truly and faithfully..." Maive takes a sip and coughs, but upon noticing your gaze, she bravely downs the drink after all.
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"
Solomorne"No. And not just because I am on a mission." Solomorne studies the fountain with a critical eye. "This is nothing more than carousal on a backward world, no matter how many court fools are singing our glories. There is neither honour nor pleasure in partaking of local liquor."
YOU"The fools of this backward world won't be the only ones insulted should you refuse."
SolomorneAfter casting a sidelong glance at you, Solomorne dips his head deferentially. "I apologise, I did not mean to be rude." He accepts the cup, intertwines his arm with yours, and downs the amasec in a mighty gulp. Then he gives you a quick and not overly heated kiss and immediately averts his eyes.
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."
Solomorne"No. And not just because I am on a mission." Solomorne studies the fountain with a critical eye. "This is nothing more than carousal on a backward world, no matter how many court fools are singing our glories. There is neither honour nor pleasure in partaking of local liquor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]
NPC(sequence)
AbelardAbelard accepts the cup with great decorum, takes half a gulp, and grunts thoughtfully, "An interesting bouquet. Not particularly refined, but quite potable, in my uninitiated opinion."
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IdiraIdira shrinks from the amasec and hesitates for a short while before resolutely shaking her head.
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Argenta"Amasec clouds the mind and darkens the eye. I will refrain, Rogue Trader."
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Heinrix"Thank you, Lord Captain, but we need one of us to remain sober." The Interrogator gives you a mildly reproachful look.
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CassiaCassia's eyes widen in dismay. She stares intently at the cup, then screws up her eyes and downs the contents in one gulp. "My throat is... on fire..."
Jae"Azhi eat my eyes!" A delighted Jae hands Cassia another brimming cup. "Keep going, shereen! You're doing great, but you're capable of so much more! Another couple of swigs, and the fire will warm your whole body and soul!"
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JaeJae downs the cup and looks around her with melancholy eyes. "What can I say? Footfall isn't the only place that knows how to have a good time."
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Pasqal"Request denied. I am registering a number of mind-altering substances in this preparation that act as cognitive suppressants." Pasqal casts a long glance at the fountain. "The layman or woman who conceived the idea of installing a poisonous fountain in a public place must have been under the influence of the poison themselves."
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MarazhaiMarazhai wrinkles his nose in disgust. "I could smell the reek of this awful slosh from orbit. Do not insult me with the suggestion that I might want to drink it."
Yrliet"I was planning to simply refuse... but I am nonetheless glad that the truth has been spoken." Yrliet and Marazhai exchange knowing glances.
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YrlietYrliet looks at the cup of amasec with what seems to be desperation. Finally, she twists her lips and utters a forced but firm "No."
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UlfarUlfar frowns sceptically before taking a powerful swig. He grimaces with contempt and spits on the ground. "Serving this sour hogwash to mighty warriors is a disgrace. Such tasteless slop can do nothing to raise the spirit."
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Kibellah"It is an honour to accept a gift from you, Domin." Kibellah looks pensively at her own reflection in the cup and, with a swift motion of her hand, pours its contents into her ceremonial flask.
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EogunnEogunn inserts the tip of his augmetic finger into the goblet and pauses for study. "Analysis reveals traces of metals and organic compounds in the composition, the very same that coat the fountain's inner workings. Alas, this substance will give the drinker nothing but veisalgia and utter disappointment in the local customs of amasec making. No, Nuncius, my analysis does not require your revision."
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YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."
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YOU"Come on, Solomorne. Just one cup."
YOU"You are such a bore."
Solomorne"Glad to be of service."
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 3 of 15
NPCThe world around you begins to swim before your eyes, and the sight of the maroon liquid makes you a little nauseous. You probably should not drink any more of it.
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 4 of 15
SolomorneYour head feels light and pleasantly empty. It looks like you are more than a little tipsy. A heavy hand is laid on your shoulder, and Solomorne's voice comes in cold and insistent: "You ought to stop, Rogue Trader. We still have business to attend to."
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 5 of 15
NPCA stream of alcohol hits your nose. Your hands slip off the parapet. In full dress and along with all your weapons, you fall into the fragrant liquor, making a terribly loud splash.
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 6 of 15
Solomorne"You are just like Glaito when he sinks his teeth into a heretic." The Proctor takes the cup and downs it in one long, powerful gulp. "Are you sure this is amasec? It is a tad watery. Trust a planet that underpays its tithe to dilute its liquor as well."
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 7 of 15
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Entry point 8 of 15
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Entry point 9 of 15
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Entry point 10 of 15
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Entry point 12 of 15
Solomorne"Once I am back on your flagship, I will raise a glass to the success of this mission. That is, I might raise a glass. Of water."
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 13 of 15
NPCDark-maroon amasec is pouring out of the ridiculously gaudy fountain. An eager cup-bearer hands you a goblet filled to the brim. "Have a taste, if you please, my Celestial Lord/Lady! This vintage had been maturing ever since we laid the cornerstone of our citadel. We tapped it to celebrate you."
YOU"Do you always have amasec flowing from that fountain?"
NPC"By no means! Such frivolous excess would impede us in carrying out our burden of service to the Emperor. It is only on truly great days, such as today, that the fountain pours forth this noble beverage. Besides, even the sturdiest of servants could not work the pump for days on end."
YOU"Do you always have amasec flowing from that fountain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The pump?"
NPC"Naturally, my Celestial Lord/Lady! It requires the gruelling labour of dozens of sturdy workers to create an upward movement of the liquid in the pipes! It is a most useful contraption!"
YOU"Do you always have amasec flowing from that fountain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The pump?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Thank you."
NPCA pleasant warmth spreads through your body. The liquor is surprisingly palatable. The servant fills another cup and exclaims, "May your spirit be stronger than any amasec!"
YOU[Drink a second cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink a third cup]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink straight from the fountain]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Maive]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "Let us give our hosts their due and raise a toast to companionship, shall we? Let us lock our arms together and seal this solemn ritual with a kiss!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Hand the cup to Solomorne] "The duty of a valued guest is calling, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Offer the drink to your retinue]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I think I have had enough."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "I am ready to celebrate my glorious self!"
NPCA pleasant warmth spreads through your body. The liquor is surprisingly palatable. The servant fills another cup and exclaims, "May your spirit be stronger than any amasec!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Your 'enjoyments' and 'entertainments' are impossible to watch in a sober state."
NPCA pleasant warmth spreads through your body. The liquor is surprisingly palatable. The servant fills another cup and exclaims, "May your spirit be stronger than any amasec!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I prefer to keep my mind clear."
NPC"I dare not protest! Should you change your mind, I am always at your service."
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YOU[Drink] "Thank you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "I am ready to celebrate my glorious self!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Your 'enjoyments' and 'entertainments' are impossible to watch in a sober state."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I prefer to keep my mind clear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The pump?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Thank you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "I am ready to celebrate my glorious self!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Your 'enjoyments' and 'entertainments' are impossible to watch in a sober state."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I prefer to keep my mind clear."continues where this line first appears above
NPCPerhaps a fountain of amasec is considered the height of luxury here on Thassera, but to you, one who has mastered the art of social libation, the amount of drink seems rather meagre.
YOU"Do you always have amasec flowing from that fountain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The pump?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Thank you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "I am ready to celebrate my glorious self!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Your 'enjoyments' and 'entertainments' are impossible to watch in a sober state."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I prefer to keep my mind clear."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 14 of 15
NPCThe sight of the liquor makes you a little nauseous. You probably should not drink any more of it.
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Entry point 15 of 15
NPCThe cup-bearer beams. "Has your promenade put you in the mood for a drink, my Celestial Lord/Lady?"
YOU"Do you always have amasec flowing from that fountain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The pump?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Thank you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "I am ready to celebrate my glorious self!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Drink] "Your 'enjoyments' and 'entertainments' are impossible to watch in a sober state."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Step away] "I prefer to keep my mind clear."continues where this line first appears above