Magequest - A Text-and-Image Adventure

[Sir Sivelos]

~MAGEQUEST~

Greetings, one and all. Welcome to Magequest, an adventure that involves Mages and other fantasy things! Its format will be based off of Homestuck, i.e., an image and text. However, that is not all: for YOU, the reader(s), will submit commands for the hero(es) to follow! However, there are a few rules as to what sort of rules you can submit.

1. Do NOT submit any vulgar or inappropriate commands.

2. Try to have the command relate to the previous panel.

3. Do not spam-submit commands.

4. Try to avoid making your command to lengthy; make it short and to the point whenever possible.

5. Pay attention to CAPITALIZED WORDS.

Please follow those rules. Also, as for updating the adventure (i.e., drawing the panels), I will try to do it three to four times a week. Also, feel free to leave critique, but please make it distinctly separated from the command. Now, here we go!




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A young, aspiring MAGE is standing in his Bedchamber. He has recently moved in, so there is not much to it as of yet. However, there is currently a MAGIC CHEST in the far left corner, and a DOORWAY leading into the corridor outside.

What will this MAGE do?

[Dragon Master Mike]

this is really cool! I think I will give a command!

Check the chest using magic to make sure its not a trap!

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/bG5Z3D1.png

The young MAGE inspects his MAGIC CHEST. Inside, is the MAGE's APPRENTICE'S WAND! This was gifted to the MAGE by the powerful ARCHMAGE, which is also the MAGE's tutor. However, it seems like the CHEST is still not empty.

[Wander]

KEEP CHECKING THIS CHEST. ouo

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/kAOWZ7c.png

The checking persists. Inside the CHEST, are several interesting ARTIFACTS. They include a PILE OF ANTIQUE WANDS. The MAGE fondly regards them, as he enjoys collecting ANTIQUE WANDS. Next to that is a SMALL SACK OF GOLD. But who cares about that? That huge dark book is THE GRAND WARLOCK'S TOME OF THE DARK ARTS, which is a manual describing all sorts of horrid, eldritch magics. Most Mages avoid the dark arts like the Plague, but you have a secret fascination for them. Most people would call that unhealthy, so you tend to keep it a secret.

[Braixen]

Open THE GRAND WARLOCK'S TOME OF THE DARK ARTS book! :)

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/FBIgzum.png

...Well, it wouldn't hurt to take a look... But, this is a secret! You had to go through all sorts of HORRIBLE TRIALS to get this thing! If you wanted to read it, you would do it when you aren't busy. Speaking of, there is a MAGIC LESSON today! The MAGE should hurry up before he is late.

[SassySnivy]

Nice, hopefully this Homestuck-esqued interactive story will catch on! XD

See if no one's looking and open the book anyway. o 3 o You have some time before he arrives. - w - Amirite? o w o

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/4qW4cn5.gif

NO NO NO THAT WOULD BE A HORRIBLE IDEA

The ARCHMAGE will be expecting the MAGE. If he dillydallies around, he will be late! He must make his way to the ARCHMAGE'S LAIR, post-haste!

[SassySnivy]

Onward to the ARCHMAGE'S LAIR, then!

[Sir Sivelos]

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THE MAGE exits his Mage Tower.

http://i.imgur.com/cTGRLbj.png
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After scurrying through the VAST FOREST, the MAGE comes to the ARCHMAGE'S KEEP. An ominous staircase lies in front of him, stretching upwards throughout the yawning corridor. This is it.

[Dragon Master Mike]

use magic to turn the stairs to gold!

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/aAJ2oYu.png



The Mage cannot do that as he is busy being a new character. Who is this mysterious individual?

He goes by many names, such as the MYSTERIOUS ROGUE. But for convenience, he just goes by THE ROGUE.

The ROGUE is standing in his Island Hideout, which is currently beseiged by the ENDOGENOUS PLANT LIFE. Within this Hideout are several things; a MAP OF THE ISLAND COAST, a THATCHED TREASURE CHEST, and the Rogue's TRUSTY SWORD. The Rogue has various interests as well. He enjoys collected treasure and antique swords, as well as sharing various tales of his adventures. All in all, he enjoys being AWESOME.

What will the ROGUE do?

[Sonic20]

> ROGUE: Open chest. Just do it.

[Rival Max]

This thread is in the wrong section. Its being moved to fun and games.

[Sir Sivelos]

Sorry. I had a bit of trouble deciding where it should be, and I thought that Artist Easel was the best decision. :I

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/xdQLIl7.png
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THE ROGUE takes a look inside his THATCHED CHEST. Inside are several things; a ROGUE'S EMOTIMASK, the Rogue's CERAMIC PORKHOLLOW, and a CHALICE OF CHARISMA, a famous goblet which supposedly grants great public speaking skills to any who drink from it. THE ROGUE didn't really see much of a need for it, but he took it anyway. Who knows? Maybe he can sell it for a decent price.

[Wander]

> ROGUE: Examine ROGUE'S EMOTIMASK. o3o

[Sir Sivelos]

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THE ROGUE'S EMOTIMASK is a special face accessory distributed to ALL Rogues, from the novice to the master. It allows a ROGUE to EXPRESS EMOTIONS, albeit simple ones, like anger and happiness. However, it is still useful to convey emotions in a silent, awesome way! They come in a variety of colors, but THE ROGUE chose a blue one, because it is the ROGUE's favorite color.

What will he do now?

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

ROUGE: Take a good look at the MAP OF THE ISLAND COAST. It's not like you're going to be staying at home today.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/5RXJbJp.png


The ROGUE takes a fine gander at the MAP OF THE ISLAND COAST. It is one of the many maps that the ROGUE has drawn to keep track of the ISLAND he is on. Some people call his drawings crude and crappy... But he replies that they're too cool for them to understand. HE'S too cool for them to understand.

The map details the SOUTHWESTERN TIP OF THE ISLAND, which sports several distinct features: a SANDY BEACH WALLED OFF BY LARGE ROCKS, and a JUNGLE THAT COVERS THE MAJORITY OF THE SOUTHER PART OF THE ISLAND. The ROGUE knows that another of his SECRET HIDEOUTS is located past the JUNGLE, inside a CAVE, to be precise.

What will the ROGUE do?

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Rouge: Recall any particular abilities or skills, including supernatural powers (if any).

Mage: CLIMB THE STAIRS!

(The Inevitable) Warrior: Reveal yourself.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/VOQ4aRL.gif


THE ROGUE uses a powerful spell that increases the borders of the panel! Each panel is now 300p, instead of 150p! ...THE ROGUE doesn't see much of a point to it, but hey.
http://i.imgur.com/eGaFyuM.png

Anyway, THE ROGUE cannot be the MAGE, as he is currently busy introducing the ROGUE! THE ROGUE can, however, introduce this plucky little fellow! Top of the morning, to you, he says politely.

Who is this SILLY STRANGER?

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Rouge: Un-introduce the silly stranger.

Mage: Un-introduce the Rouge...and CLIMB THE STAIRS!

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/EVGmBwQ.png


After a whole mess of foreshadowing, introducing, and un-introducing, the MAGE finally reaches the top of the stairs. It seems he had been climbing the stairs the WHOLE TIME! But enough of that.

THE MAGE stands in front of a WIZARD DOOR. You can tell it is a WIZARD DOOR because of the magical rune that will probably have no significance later on that is emblazoned on its enchanted oak wood. The MAGE can hear faints sounds in the door. He is nervous, hyped, and freaking out all in one!

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Mage: Open the door. You've got an appointment to make.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/K2V95LS.png


OH YEAH HE DOES

http://i.imgur.com/0s1ozXE.png

Huh? What's this? It seems the ARCHMAGE was preoccupied with a SHADOWY FELON. It looks like they were in the middle of striking a deal, and THE MAGE's barging in interrupted it. The SHADOWY FELON gives you an annoyed glare, whilst the ARCHMAGE calmly stares.

What will he do now?

Tazz, I've been meaning to ask you... What's up with your absence from the LAST POSTER WINS? Is it modly duties or something?

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

((Meh, I just got bored after Max barged in. He had good reason to get involved in it, that I won't deny at all...Still kind of killed the impromptu RP going on in LPW, though, which is a right shame.))

Mage: Remember to knock next time. For now, apologize for interrupting the Archmage's conversation and try to not catch the felon in the eye.

[Sir Sivelos]

We could always revive it.

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Silveos: Post the image thingy for the Mage's next action at your nearest convenience.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/Kn7hVPX.png


Well... He would, but...

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The ARCHMAGE seems to be up to something. His powerful magics seethe through the room, and then...!

http://i.imgur.com/EVGmBwQ.png

After a whole mess of foreshadowing, introducing, and un-introducing, the MAGE finally reaches the top of the stairs. It seems he had been climbing the stairs the WHOLE TIME! But enough of that.

THE MAGE stands in front of a WIZARD DOOR. You can tell it is a WIZARD DOOR because of the magical rune that will probably have no significance later on that is emblazoned on its enchanted oak wood. The MAGE can hear faints sounds in the door. He is nervous, hyped, and freaking out all in one!

...However, he seems to be a bit hesitant to go in this time. Now that he thinks about it, in his hype, he didn't realize he had arrived early! A voice in his head tells him NOT TO GO IN UNTIL TOLD. What should he do now?

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Mage: Re-introduce the Rouge, then abruptly cut off the Rouge's adventures when your Archmage calls you.

[Sir Sivelos]

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You are once again the SILLY STRANGER.

To be specific, you are now THE BARD, the third hero of this comic. You are a fond collector of silly hats and musical instruments, mainly of the strings variety. You are able to soothe even the most righteously furious beasts with a mystic song, and it is said you are in possession of a SPECIAL SONNET that is said to inflict unspeakably horrible fates onto all who hear it.

...He is a quirky man, the BARD.

In the background are two things; an IRON BIN OF INTRIGUE, and the door leading out of your peaceful WOODLAND COTTAGE.

What will you do?

[Wander]

((YOU DID IT YES ;u;))

Bard: Check the IRON BIN OF INTRIGUE. o3o

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

THE BARD: Plunge into the IRON BIN OF INTRIGUE and discover its FABULOUS RICHES. Literally headfirst, of course.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/gfgdTba.png


But of course.

Even though you shut out your only source of light - and oxygen - by sticking your head in your IRON BIN OF INTRIGUE, you are still able to identify things inside.

Inside the IRON BIN OF INTRIGUE are as follows: your LUTE, which you use to dish out some the whimsical rhymes and sick beat(down)s on your foes and clients. You also notice a SILLY HAT, a SILLIER HAT, and a legendary SILLIEST HAT. But the main attraction is your SPECIAL SONNET - a song you dare not touch.

[Wander]

Bard: Wear the legendary SILLIEST HAT. DO IT.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/7GVZ9uB.png


You graciously don the WARHELMET OF ZILLYWEN. Legends speak that this belonged to a PARTICULARLY DELIGHTFUL GENERAL who slew the TWENTY FIFTH THROUGH SIXTH DEMON CASTITES, which alone would be an impossible feat without the protective snugness of this legendary hat.

It is so delightful and silly.

[Wander]

Bard: Go outside. Gogogogogogo.

[Sonic20]

Bard: Before you go outside, quickly equip your lute.

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/V2DxXQq.png

Of course. You'd never go anywhere without your LUTE!

It is a BEAUTIFUL DAY. Your WOODLAND COTTAGE stands as proudly as ever in the MIDDLE OF SCENIC NOWHERE. The sun is setting. The birds are chirping. What a lovely day.

[Wander]

Bard: Play your fabulous LUTE. ouo

[The Nonexistent Tazz]

Bard: THE SUN IS SETTING?!?! Quickly, to the nearest settlement! Before the nightfall!

[Sir Sivelos]

http://i.imgur.com/zs0ugTe.png

You retreat back into your WOODLAND COTTAGE. Just to be safe, you don a silly hat.

Look, we're back where we started. It slowly dawns on you that the recent series of events was a HUGE WASTE OF TIME.

[Dragon Master Mike]

Bard: play your legendary death song thingy

[Pokeman]

Look inside the trash can for stuff, mebbe there is a passage way o3o