The Sanctuary

[Falhado]

This is a place of rest, of worship and of friendship. As you approach Th Sanctuary, it is a giant grey building, heavily themed in gothic styles, with towering spires, giant stained glass windows and dark angles casting shadows.

Various Gargoyles adorn arches, rooftops and suchlike. It almost seems as if they are watching you.

There are many steps leading upto the main entrance, two giant wooden doors, reinforced with iron. They look too big to open. This door is protected against evil with holy rights.

As you take the first step of many to the doors, the doors begin to creak slightly. By the time you reach the doors, they are fully open, warmth and light spilling out of them. Two monks stand either side and take a bow, one of them says, "Welcome to our sanctuary. Please enter and we will attend to you."

There are extra wings to The Sanctuary, each with a specific reason.

Monks Quaters: Obviously, this is where the Monks reside.

Basement: The basement leads into all kinds of extra rooms, some locked with normal locks, some locked with powerful spells. Dare you try to reverse the spells. One door almost pulsates with raw power, the Sealed Chambers Of The Demons. Opening this door would cause havoc within The Dojo

The Works: This is where items are made/forged. Where clothing is made and repaired and where new skills are learnt. It has a vast open plan area with many empty tables awaiting occupation.

The Reflectory: Here is where many scribes, scrolls, poems and stories are written. Painting is also done here. Quiet is a sign of respect.

Guest Quaters: There are 50 rooms dedicated to weary travellers. Small rooms with a window, a bed, a lamp, a side table and a wardrobe.

Regular's Quaters: This is where Father Mac's flock reside. There are no fewer than 150 rooms. 50 rooms with two seperate beds, the rest single bed rooms.

Confessional: Some lesser Father's as well as Father Mac take turns to listen to people's confessionals.

Main Hall: Here is where Preaching takes place. There is a stand behind the stage, visible, for the choir to sing. 30 singers can stand here at any time. Of to the side is the band stage. The room can sit 250 people.

Graveyard: This is to the back of the Church, the vast greenery is a sight to see, with trees sparingly parted. A place of quiet mourning.

Vegetable Patch: This area is to the side of The Sanctuary, the boundaries fenced off. There is always at least two monks here, chasing way animals. Fruit trees can also be found here.

Father Mac's Quaters: Two monks gaurd this room, only Father Mac knows what's inside this room, apart from his most trusted friends.

The Altar Of Gods: This room has the most strange feeling to it. Here, many relics and offerings are placed in front of various God's. There is space for more to added. If you require a powerful/divine intervention or need a prayer answering, this is the place.

Centre Tower: This tower is the tallest tower in The Sanctuary. The view allows you to see almost across the whole of the Dojo. With sight implements, you may even pick upon finer details.

((Other rooms exist, they will be added later))

[LordPsycho]

*The Sensei approaches, as if out of nowhere, accompanied by his Understudy, Blackfoot, in the gargoyle's normal human attire (trenchcoat, baggy jeans, etc). As the Sensei approaches, he is greeted by Father Mac ((sorry for the Powerplay))

I see you've made your new home without two much trouble. Praytell, would you like the doors open for all Dojo Members, or only those that would be called members of your Flock?

*Meanwhile, a pace behind and off to the left of The Sensei, Blackfoot stares at the Gargoyles, as if communicating silently with his brethren.*

[Falhado]

The Good Father looks at the Sensei, "I would only like those who are members of my Flock to enter here. As a sign of comittal (sp) to the guidelines. You are welcome to join us if you wish?

There has been no trouble yet, but the God's protect us from those who wish ill harm. And holy retribution will be sought for those who attempt to ruin this place."

Meanwhile:

The Gargoyle's heads move to look at Blackfoot, but so slowly that any normal person or those who are not Gargoyles would not notice. They seem to comunicate back just as silently, expressing interest and warmth.

[LordPsycho]

*Blackfoot interupts the conversation*

Blackfoot: I'm sorry sensei, but with your permission I wish to go off for a second to check some things out.

Sensei: You know you do not need my permission, but if you ask it, you shall have it. *back to the Father* Alright, than it shall be done.

*The Sensei draws out his Sanity Blade, and sticks it into the ground. He then uses it to channel some of his power into a barrier around the Sanctuary, to ensure that only those that the Father, or himself allows will be allowed entry.*

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*Blackfoot turns his back to his Sensei, then transforms only his wings to give him flight. He lifts up off the ground and a few seconds later lands on the roof. Speaking out, he says*

I wish to speak to the leader of this clan, the one that reports to the Father.

[Falhado]

Father Macs eyes only move to watch as Blackfoot transforms and takes flight, aknowledging silently that Gargoyle's are faithful and everywhere. Focussing his attention on The Sensei and his Sanity Blade.

"That appears to be a mighty fine weapon you have, a true Godly relic." As he plunges the blade into the ground, he can sense the new barrier around The Sanctuary, "I thank thee greatly. I wish to show you my gratitude and respect, if you allow? Is there anything I could do in return?"

He actively has to keep in check his eccentric praising, sensing that it is not what The Sensei would wish.


As Blackfoot landed on the rooftop, various different statues, not just of Gargoyle's, but some depicting people and animals such as horses turn and look, even a stone pigeon 'ruffles' its 'feathers'. One steps forwards, a very short Gargoyle, not slim, but not overly built.

It had dropped down from a pedestal of sorts, one that boasts the best vison of the surrounding land. It takes a few seconds to blink, to rearrange it's vision and focus upon Blackfoot, "Hmmm, one that reports to a God. We have had reports of you, but only slim glances. You may call me Brother Orition. Fellow, what is it that you wish?"

[LordPsycho]

blackfoot: I wish to request your knowledge of two wizards, one Thaodin, the other Macastus. If you have no information for me, I will leave you in peace, but I implore that you give me any knowledge you may have. My condition come's with a curse I must have lifted.

[Falhado]

The gargoyle looks at blackfoot with his head cocked and then turns to face his brethran, "Has any of you heard of these names, if so speak up..."

Most of the gargoyles 'shrug' their shoulders, some flap their wings and the stone pigeon blinks. There are a fw murmours, but none speak up, "That there is your answer fellow. Ain't nobody here heard those names before. If you tell us what they look like and where they were last seen, we might have a scout who may have seen something."

He pauses, "Say fellow, what is your name. It is good to meet new faces."

[LordPsycho]

Blackfoot: My name is Blackfoot, but not by birth. I seek these two wizards to get the key to keep my abilities, but remove the curse associated with them. They were last spotted in a duel, 150 years ago, where I was the unfortunate one to get in the way. Unfortunately, it has been so many years that I cannot tell you what they would look like now, but I'd imagine two as powerful as them would certainly still be alive.

[Falhado]

Orition ponders for a moment before the pigeon in a complicated leap and flap of it's wings lands on his shoulders. It 'coos' and shakes itself, in a strange high pitched voice, "Maybe you should find a mage or wizard, one who may be able to locate such a pair?"

Orition glares at the bird before turning back to Blackfoot, "Well then fellow, Blackfoot, we will actively keep our eyes open for them. Is there a way to contact or signal you if we should find anything refering to them?"

Another gargoyle lands on the rooftop, flapping it's wings rapidly to land. It looks at Blackfoot and then at another gargoyle. He walks up to him who whispers something in his ear, "Orition, may I?" Orition turns and nods.

The newcomer steps forwards, "Excuse my intrusion there. Your looking for a couple of old wizards ayup? I've heard similar names bandied around. Indeedy heheh. Mostly by young pups, students I think they're called now, ayup. Times a'changing. You should check the library, everything and anything can be found there. Ayup.

Talk to the librarian who works Wednesdays. Gi' 'im bi' o' alcohol, and he'll tell you anything in them there books. Must be special kinda cake though. Gingerbread and ale cake. Some kinda wierdo ee is. Ayup. Heheh. Smart as an owl though."

[Speeder]

Speeder and many norns enter the gate, all of them wearing robes. Some of them worship Imperis, some Woodea, and some who knows what.