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Main Attractions: Beyond The Town Walls
As you move out beyond the gates of the cities, you may also
find yourself forging a path through the deep green forests, strolling
along Meridian's beach, or hiking through the dreaded Wastelands. Other
popular destination areas include:
- Temples and Shrines -- Several of
the Gods have their own gathering places, which are presided over by the
priestesses of each sect. Each temple includes a magical school that teaches
the Spellcasting Arts -- provided, of course, that you make a nominal donation
to the support of the clergy.
- The Underworld -- A shadowy underworld,
the province of the dead and soon-to-be-reborn. Returning to the life above
is as easy as stepping through the azure light of one of the Portals, which
returns you (minus your worldly goods) to the inn in the town you choose.
Still, many wise travelers find it well to rest here in this haven,
exploring its vast halls and maze-like corridors, before returning to the
World Above.
- Castle Victoria -- Far'Nohl's historic
retreat is no place for a picnic. This ancient castle is now overrun by
restless undead, endlessly pursued by omnivorous trolls -- and at least
one tormented ghost.
- The Meridian 59 Cemetery -- Forest
Lawn it ain't. You already know that the Underworld is a busy place, but
it's a quiet backwater compared to this regional graveyard, which is New
Year's Rockin' Eve by comparison. On the other hand, killing the undead
can't really do much damage to your karma, so many mortal Meridianites
like to spend festive evenings here in zombie hell sharpening their combat
skills.
- The Arena -- Another place to work
on your swordsmanship....with real human opponents, and none of the moral
baggage. For more about the Arena, see Challenge
Combat: The Arena.
In addition, there are myriad secret passages and hidden shortcuts connecting
all corners of Meridian. Those who know them have a tremendous tactical
advantage. Let your curiosity roam, explore every unlikely crevice and
cranny, and soon this network of shortcuts will reveal itself to you.
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