Posts from 🍁Nine Ancient Obelisks

Barely opening his eyes, yawning, and stretching languidly, Ghenza gets out of his ordinary bed, unaware that in just ten years, or even sooner, such morning awakenings will be accompanied by aches in his failing body.
Muttering something unpleasant as he puts on his clothes, he shuffles to the door and looks through the peephole.

Through the peephole, the owner of the dwelling sees the following figure:

The residents of Ruzaniel were well aware of this individual – Baka Marduk, protector of Ruzaniel and, essentially, the city's foremost figure, responsible for maintaining order, protecting it from all sorts of threats, and overseeing all administrative activities. He was a very active man, always eager to meddle in various affairs.
- Get up already, Genzarik, - he continues to knock on the door, - or you'll age prematurely and become a scarecrow for the girls.

Oh, a new leader for the new Sylvan!

- Let's... - answers Genzarik, opening the door, but is interrupted by a yawn mid-sentence. - ...begin. On the contrary, sleep is a beautiful thing.

Characters


Baka Marduk, protector of Ruzaniel.


Alammush, a three-meter giant, owner of "Riska" in Ruzaniel. 


Gonor, resident of Faris. 


Sheila, resident of Faris. 


Iliman, resident of Faris. 


General Goods, owner of "Shinli" in Enlil. 


Yuzed Goods, spouse of the owner of "Shinli" in Enlil. 


Sir Kir, wandering knight.


Fira, priestess of Shiris.


Zenobia, priestess of Shiris.


Zavirushka Snegoles, receptionist at Sizki University.


Faineant Doln, artist from Enlil.


Professor Peleng, lecturer at Sizki University.


Girra, guy from Ruzaniel.

- I'm... - answers Genzarik, opening the door, but interrupts himself with a yawn. - ...going to sleep. On the contrary, sleep is beautiful.

As a long-established habit, the boss placed his palm on the inside of the door frame – now it won't be so easy for Genzarik to close it in front of his nose.
- Oversleeping is also harmful. Don't you know? Scientists have proven it. - The man unceremoniously glanced inside his companion's dwelling, but nothing he saw caught his eye. - Although the desert demons know, they are constantly coming up with something new. Okay, get ready and let's go.

- Sure, I did it back in college, - the resident of the dwelling rubbed his face to come to his senses and, still not fully awake, asked. - Where to?

- In "Risque," I'm buying – to celebrate your coming of age! - The man slapped the still-groggy young man on the back with his free hand. - It's time for you to decide on your future career; you can always admire the ceiling later.

Still in the process of brainstorming the initial post.

- Oh, - Gen quickly wakes up from such generous promises, swiftly completes his simple morning routine, and finally appears completely ready. - Let's go, boss! I have a feeling it's going to be a good day.

- Aha, but before that – here, take this.

Baka hands Genza two notebooks. The first page contained a pocket version of a map of the country, while the remaining pages were intended for personal use. The second was a kind of "foodie diary."

Genza's Guide Known locations: Genza's House (Ruzaniel).

Foodie Diary (Genza) Foodie Level: 0 Foodie Points: 40/50 Next Level Bonus: 100 experience points. Stuffed squid (+5), Octopus tentacle, orange, and lettuce salad (+10), Foreigner (+5), beer (+10), meat (+10).

- Exquisite food and journeys full of new encounters – what more does one need to avoid becoming a lifeless recluse, right?

- Heh, Sizziki, - he was amused by the name once again. - You're firing me, boss, I understand. This city is too small for both of us, because one day I will become the boss too.
Nodding, he placed the items into his inventory.

🐱🐲: Okay, I need to get comfortable, the main thing is not to spill the popcorn...
🎪🏹: Oh, author, hello. What are you doing here?
🐱🐲: I'm going to watch a new episode of my favorite anime.
🎪🏹: Oh, it's an expansion! I want to watch it too. Can you share some popcorn?
🐱🐲: Not a chance. You should have brought your own.
🎪🏹: Please, please, please?
🐱🐲: Fine. But be careful. It's a valuable and powerful artifact after all. An endless bucket of popcorn.
🎪🏹: Hooray! Thank you! Guyosha, come here!
⛓♿: ...what is it?
🎪🏹: New expansion. Come watch with us.
⛓♿: ...expansion... ...what's the trigger word this time?
🐱🐲: Don't worry, I have everything under control.
⛓♿: Okay... I'll sit here on the edge...
🎪🏹: Guyosha, don't be shy, move closer. What kind of popcorn do you want, sweet or salty? And you, author, help yourself, you're acting like you're not related, it's your popcorn after all.
🐱🐲: Alright, is everyone settled? Are you happy? Is there enough popcorn? Let the expansion begin!

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🐱🐲: Okay, I need to get comfortable, the main thing is not to spill the popcorn...
🎪🏹: Oh, author, hello. What are you doing here?
🐱🐲: I'm going to watch a new episode of my favorite anime.
🎪🏹: Oh, it's an expansion! I want to watch it too. Can you share some popcorn?
🐱🐲: Not a chance. You should have brought your own.
🎪🏹: Please, please, please?
🐱🐲: Fine. But be careful. It's a valuable and powerful artifact after all. An endless bucket of popcorn.
🎪🏹: Hooray! Thank you! Guyosha, come here!
⛓♿: ...what's up?
🎪🏹: New expansion. Come watch with us.
⛓♿: ...expansion... ...what's the trigger word this time?
🐱🐲: There is one, but I have everything under control.
⛓♿: Okay... I'll sit here on the edge...
🎪🏹: Guyosha, don't be shy, move closer. What kind of popcorn do you want, sweet or salty? And you, author, help yourself, you're acting like a stranger, it's your popcorn anyway.
🐱🐲: Alright, is everyone settled? Are you happy? Is there enough popcorn? Let the expansion begin!

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Glory to Rinze!

- Oh, so you're aiming to become a Protector? Excellent. But for that, you should go to Siska. Old Issai is the closest to the afterlife among all nine of us, and our King prefers to see young and active individuals in positions of power rather than mummies. Alright, let's go, it's not far.
After a while, two men – one young and the other twice his age – arrive at their destination. "Risca" was a restaurant of modest size, but it was distinguished by its very high ceilings. However, one look at the owner of the establishment was enough to understand the reason for such an architectural design – the owner was extraordinarily tall, almost three meters in height.

- Oh, what do we have here? - The giant slapped his fist against Baka's smaller fist. - What will you have today, guys?
Despite his simple manner of speech, it was clear that the man was significantly older than both visitors. - I'll have the usual, and give Genzarik something of his choosing. - Understood, here's the menu, - he hands it to the youngest of the three, - choose. I approach my culinary craft with pride and attention, so I guarantee quality and taste.

Nanaya's Kiss
A fruity shisha, it lifts the mood and desire, but weakens the will.
3 rems.

Honey-Ginger Tea
+5 to Gourmet Points.
1 rem.

Sea Buckthorn Tea with Orange
+5 to Gourmet Points.
1 rem.

Signature Rooibos
+5 to Gourmet Points.
1 rem.

Southern Riddle (sparkling white)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
1 rem.

Foreigner (cocktail: rum, mint, lime)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
2 rems.

Hot Blood (Calcite red wine)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
2 rems.

Pirate's Heart (whiskey)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
2 rems.

Sushi (tanedka)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Sushi (hamyaka)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Sushi (miyuka)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Sushi (satomka)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Sushi (inorka)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Udon (beef, soba, mushrooms, pepper, zucchini, ginger, black pepper)
+10 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Ramen (broth with wheat noodles, beef, seaweed, fresh egg, mushrooms, green onions).
+10 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Tempura (deep-fried shrimp)
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Stuffed Squid
+5 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

Salad with octopus tentacles, orange, and lettuce
+10 to Gourmet Points.
3 rems.

- Hmm, - Baka sighed, glancing over his shoulder at the menu given to his companion, - I see that you still haven't acquired any authentic tea or even sake, that's a shame. - Nothing can be done about it, - the giant shrugged, - I order seafood from the capital, and things are much more complicated with the rest.