WardenThe heraldic symbols cast in noble bronze are undoubtedly from the von Valancius dynasty. Only certain details draw your eye — some elements of the ornamentation and the archaic script. They indicate that the coat of arms, as well as the wall itself, is several centuries old.
YOU[Examine the coat of arms on the wall]
YOU"Answer me, machine spirit of the genetic guardian. Who is Seberian?"
WardenThe guardian's vid-screen flickers just slightly. "Error. The request is invalid. Entry is authorised only for Seberian von Valancius or his direct descendants."
YOU[Examine the coat of arms on the wall]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Answer me, machine spirit of the genetic guardian. Who is Seberian?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, command you to open this door."
Warden"Genetic confirmation of dynastic status required." With an off-putting beep, the analyser needle lengthens slightly.
YOU[Examine the coat of arms on the wall]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Answer me, machine spirit of the genetic guardian. Who is Seberian?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, command you to open this door."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Place your hand in the recess]
WardenThe analyser pierces your hand, wriggling repulsively beneath your skin. A split second later, the colour of the genetic guardian's vid-screen changes to a welcoming green. "Identification passed. Welcome, member of the von Valancius dynasty." A tremor passes through the wall, accompanied by the deep groan of ancient locks releasing.
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Vivisector MartinaxVivisector Martinax's pupils dilate. He takes a wary step forward and freezes. "Incredible! Generations of chirurgeons have toiled away here and were utterly unaware..."
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Genetor FerrenzFerrenz lets out a shocked exclamation in Lingua-Technis, which shifts to a sharp binharic screech. Then, embarrassed by his outburst, the Tech-Priest bashfully steps aside, respectfully making way for you.
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Abelard"Be careful, Lord Captain." Abelard narrows his eyes at the outline of the coat of arms, his brows furrowed stubbornly. "Dynastic secrets can be more than a little dangerous. It is my righteous duty as Seneschal to escort you inside."
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High Factotum Janris Danrok"I advise you to take every conceivable precaution, Your Lordship/Ladyship." Janris sighs heavily, steeling himself. "Dynastic secrets can be more than a little dangerous."
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WardenThe door slides to one side with a metallic thud. Stale air rushes out of the hidden room, carrying with it particles of centuries-old dust.
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YOU[Place your hand in the recess]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, command you to open this door."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Place your hand in the recess]continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 2 of 3
WardenThe heraldic symbols cast in noble bronze are undoubtedly from the von Valancius dynasty. You struggle to discern anything unusual in them.
YOU[Examine the coat of arms on the wall]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Answer me, machine spirit of the genetic guardian. Who is Seberian?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, command you to open this door."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Place your hand in the recess]continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 3 of 3
WardenThe High Factotum, Chirurgeon Martinax and Genetor Ferrenz are already waiting for you by the mysterious door. The wall behind them looks perfectly flat. Only the metal coat of arms gleaming in the lumen light and the steady glow in the genetic guardian's impassive lenses reveal that one of the dynasty's secrets lies behind this wall.
WardenThe guardian of the secret room looks far less menacing than the gargoyle that guards the entrance to the Warrant Chamber — this is just a recess in the wall, framed in metal, with an analyser needle inside and a small vid-screen beside it. Lines of mechanically indifferent text appear on the screen: "Access is forbidden. Entry is authorised only for Seberian von Valancius or his direct descendants."
YOU[Examine the coat of arms on the wall]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Answer me, machine spirit of the genetic guardian. Who is Seberian?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, command you to open this door."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Place your hand in the recess]continues where this line first appears above