Hortulanus Cryolex [ Mission and Raids ]  

Uploaded October 26th, 2017 by Gidono

You say, 'Hail, Hortulanus Cryolex'

Hortulanus Cryolex says, 'There are many hidden treasures over here in the Overthere,' smiling seductively. She picks up a (plant:Is that plant one of your treasures?), and it sways, snapping at the air.

You say, 'Is that plant one of your treasures?'

Hortulanus Cryolex says, 'Flora is often overlooked, yet it's the source of so much power! Plants take the sun and the soil and produce with them untold (wonders:Tell me of the wonders you know.). I've had the luxury of studying many of them myself.'

You say, 'Tell me of the wonders you know.'

Hortulanus Cryolex says, 'One subject in particular has been giving me trouble; I've fed it the right energies and nutrients, but it just doesn't want to grow. The last generation proved exceedingly dangerous to the outpost,' She glances about furtively, lowering her voice. 'The (guards:You need to avoid the guards?) have forbidden further experimentation in this outpost: my laboratory!'

You say, 'You need to avoid the guards?'

Hortulanus Cryolex says, 'Yes. My tenure will be, uh, revoked if there are any more mishaps here... Y-You have no idea how much energy I've put into this succulent!' she blurts out. 'You know, they have a latent capacity to (grow:Could I help you grow this succulent?) quite explosively.''

You say, 'Could I help you grow this succulent?'

Hortulanus Cryolex nods, stroking her chin. 'Yes, you seem able to help. We will plant my latest experiment. If it takes, it will be very dangerous. You will want to bring reinforcements. Let me know when you're ready to go into the (field:I'm ready to go into the field.).

You say, 'I'm ready to go into the field.'

Hortulanus Cryolex says, 'Good! I like your enthusiasm. One last question. Can you gather a (large) force, or will we only need supplies for a (smaller) group?'