ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.2: Glowing Ruins

(Word Count: 5100+)

Genre: Adventure // Fantasy // Sci-fi

First Chapter of this series:

ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.1: Hello World! - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.3: Your Friendly Neighbor - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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Story Starts Here:

「Come in here please. 」

A cozy fireplace in a massive dark mansion room. Oblivion walked quietly into the room, limping a bit as their left leg was a bit scratched up and bruised. They glanced at the human woman, sitting on a comfy chair next to the fireplace, a small table beside her with a large book on top alongside a glass of cranberry juice.

The woman's face is not visible. In fact, none of her is visible, all blurred out. 

「Thank you. Now, please tell me how you got this injury... 」

Oblivion sat on her lap, looking down a bit timid and afraid before speaking to her. The voice inaudible but the woman can clearly understand them.

「I see. Don't cry on me. I have something for you. 」

Oblivion with hopeful eyes noticed something when the woman grabbed an item out from a spatial inventory, the magic in a shape of a cube. The item itself is blurred out by black boxes, not fully sure what it is.

「There, much better right? 」

Oblivion hugged her and-

「Oblivion... Open your eyes. It's not over yet. There is still a whole world ahead of you. Grasp it and stay hopeful... 」

「It's time for you to continue. 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

[] Memory 1.2: Glowing Ruins []

<> Location <> Lower [???] Ruins A

「Awaken... 」

「The vessel eyes glowed brightly, their yellow eyes emitting a bright light in response to the darkness around them. They sat up with their hat still attached to their head, luckily. They don't seem to be injured, at least visually. Their mana has hit a low with 10% which isn't a good sign. Not only that, but they also don't seem to know where Pearl goes since, she is no longer on their shoulder. Unfortunate. 」

「It seemed it is not a [Game Over] for them just yet. 」

「They stood up and dust themselves off, glancing around and letting their eyes scan the area like a flashlight in a dark forest. 」

Oblivion: "..." A comment but unable to make audible.

「The vessel confused and a bit scared of the darkness, only relying on their flashlight eyes. It seemed there's a lot of rubbles below them and around then, there seemed to be an open area with huge stone doors behind them and an open passageway in front of them. 」

<> Interact <> Huge Stone Doors

「Huge stone doors with ancient markings, each door containing different symbols which the vessel could not understand. Nothing could explain it and there doesn't seem to be any imagery as well. Only text in another language. When touched, nothing happened, and the door is either closed or way too heavy to be moved as it is many times taller than the vessel. 」

「...Don't think about it. I can't translate it. 」

<> Interact <> Stone Rubbles

「Glancing up, you could see the glow at the layer above. However, down here, it's opposite. The rubble itself is huge, cracked bricks, too heavy to be picked up and they're also moist. The vessel felt a bit of water droplet from above, dripping on their head. 」

「There is nothing here not of worthy. The vessel worried about Pearl but with her being invisible, it was a lost cost. If they do try to find her under some rubbles or rolled off onto the dark floor, it would be trying to find an invisible needle in a haystack. IMPOSSIBLE. 」

<> Location <> Lower [???] Ruins B

「More of the same stoney floors and walls. Although there are vines, they're without the glow berries but there seemed to be a few fireflies scattered around. Not bright enough to light up the area. 」

<> Interact <> Ruin Fireflies

「Small illuminate bugs that flew in the air toward back direction. They think they all great with their lights as they don't seem to notice the vessel. Not even noticing the light coming out from their screen eyes. Perhaps they could be blind. 」

「They have nothing else. If they could talk, they would've done so if they could notice the vessel. 」

<> Interact <> Broken Vase

「These vases are broken unlike the others from the [Glowing Ruins]. There're more fireflies here that seemed to be attracted to it although the vessel could not see anything interesting near them. 」

<> Location <> Lower [???] Ruins C

「The vessel noticed something in the distant of this room. A blue glow that seemed to be moving. Unsure what it is, they might've thought it could someone who could help them, and they started to travel toward the light. 」

「For some reason, there are warmth when they traveled closer toward the light until it was clear that it was a person! They seemed to take a turn through the corridors. The wines now had some glow berries to light the way instead. 」

<> Location <> Lower Glowing Ruins D

「The vessel continued to follow the blue light, traveling into another room and this time, there were more glow, no longer relying on their own light source. 」

(Male Voice) ???: "Stop. Keep your feet where you are. I hate when someone quietly follows me." He spoke before halting in their path. 

「The view of him is clear. Their head a shape of a blue flaming fireball and their body equipped with fire-resistant polyester with the right side being gray and the other being dark blue. The rim of the gray side was orange compared to the dark blues having blue instead. The only thing else that is flaming is their legs as they were exposed except for the shoe they had on. 」

(Male Voice) ???: "Whoever you are, you don't seem friendly." He turned around, revealing his dark glass visor with an orange screen with his one eye. The right side of his visor chipped and busted. "An Obsirose."

Oblivion: "..." Without a voice, they can't resolve the situation with communication. "..."

(Male Voice) ???: "Not saying anything. You allowed us to live here in peace after the years of you've pulled a part many of this core to use for selfish greed. And now you're in our territory to what, terrorized us." Upset, he cast a flaming orb on his right hand, electric spark from it. "You all agree to leave us alone and never step foot in what's left of the core's territory again!"

◇ Entering Self-Defense State // WARNING: BOSS ENCOUNTER ◇

◇ Opponent has First Turn ◇

「The Self-Defense State suddenly activates. All HUD ready since the person in front of you is a major threat in your path. A massive "WARNING!" has appeared in front of the vessel before it quickly vanishes. It seemed the vessel's mana is at 10% from the fall earlier. 」

(Male Voice) ???: "You... If every one of you Obsirose. No, humans. If the humans haven't found this place, none of use would've gotten stuck here!" He lifted up his arm before tossing his electrifying fireball at the vessel!

「It struck the vessel, shattering their glass body! 」

◇ -30% Mana ◇ -20% / 100% Mana ◇

「The vessel kneeled down in pain before closing their eyes, shutting off their whole body and collapsed onto the ground. Silent and darkness loomed over them... 」

◇ GAME OVER ◇

「This is the end isn't it... Only for this memory path. It is never over until the goal is reached. 」

「Oblivion. Can you remember? 」

「This is the end isn't it... Only for this memory path. It is never over until the goal is reached. 」

◇ Restarting Program. Loading Memory 1.1 // Successful! // Counter: 1 ◇

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins B

「Awaken... 」

「The vessel woke up and opened their eyes, they quicky sat up and hyperventilate. No breathing noise but only the visual of them trying to gasp for air. They touched their chest and stomach, checking for injuries but none were found. 」

Pearl: "That right there is me- hey, w-why are you on the floor? That shouldn't be happening?"

「They stood up and noticed Pearl before shivering and tightly hug her, fear on their eyes. 」

Pearl: "Hey. Uhmm. That's alright? I didn't expect the [SAVE MEMORIES] to have some effect on you." She then went quiet and hug the vessel. "There there? You're hugging me too tightly. My fragile body going to break" >-<

「The vessel let go and took a stop a step back, breathing in and out. They had calmed down and nod. 」

Pearl: "Okay! I am a little tired from doing that, so I be resting now." She went on their shoulder and turned invisible. "If you need me, I be awake after a while. Till then, stay safe and explore. You will find something fascinating! I sure of it!"

「The vessel nodded and with a Pearl on their shoulder, they felt much safer. They hoped that she would disappear off due to a fall. 」

Pearl: "Nap time..."

「They went forward into the next room, being more cautious than before. The knowledge of the past memories would favor them in this one. There should be a floor near-collapsed in the next area. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins C

「The long corridors with the wall closer to them. This time, there is something interesting instead of nothing and the old dust of it. The vessel walked forward and noticed the slight unstable sound of the floor with each step. They quickly sprinted for a second before a large leap forward, hoping they're away from the danger spot! 」

「They safely landed, with the floor behind crumbling and falling down with the sound of rocks smashing into the layer below. 」

「The vessel cheered before glancing forward and running, guard still kept a bit up though. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins D

「Another room of this ruins, a fresh area that looked the same as the others but hold the aura of safety. At least the vessel felt that way. It's just more corridors but wider this time. 」

「There seemed to be a creature up ahead, not a humanoid one but a smaller one, a quarter of their size. 」

「To the vessel, the creature seemed a bit cute with their green tongue sticking out. They're also purple, big, and fat, as well as being scaly like a lizard. Without noticing the vessel, they sat still, staring at the blank stone wall until they noticed the footstep from them. Their attention sparked as they got up and darted toward the sound! 」

◇ Entering Self-Defense State ◇

◇ Opponent has First Turn ◇

「An encounter as occurred and with the HUD up and ready. The opponent went first due to their speed! 」

「The lizard-like creature jumped at the vessel, it's teeth sharp but its tongue is more noticeable! Due to how it was and how sudden it attacks, it bonked head with the vessel with a loud thud! 」

◇ -15% Mana ◇ 85% / 100% Mana ◇

◇ Oblivion's Turn◇

「The vessel stumbled back, rubbing their forehead before they seemed ready to purify the creature. Although, unsure what it is, they checked the [Action] option first and have a few actions they could perform. They decided to [Check] the opponent. 」

「Their eyes scan the target before a screen appeared in front of them, explaining what it is as well as other details. 」

[] The "Lizker" // A Lizard that loves to lick and very positive creature. // No Resistant, 15% A.A.P (Average Attack Power) []

◇ The Lizker's Turn◇

「The plump lizard jumped again in an attempt to tackle the vessel! Although, they were ready for it this time by stepping out of the way! 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn◇

「The vessel checked in the [Action] option and had a new action to perform. It corresponded to the vessel's observation and the idea they obtained. They decided to [Hug] the Lizker by picking them up and giving them a nice cuddle. 」

◇ The Lizker is now Perfectly Vulnerable! ◇

「The creature licked the vessel multiple and doesn't do anything harm them. 」

「The vessel smiled and put down the Lizker and gave them a small pat before going back and raised their arm. They used [Purify] and a sudden flash occur! 」

◇ +100% Purity ◇ 100% / 100% Purity ◇

◇ Self-Defense State Completed ◇

「The Lizker sat there and wagging its stubby tail and stared at the vessel. When they walked pass the Lizker in curiosity, the creature stood up and followed behind them. It seemed that they gotten themselves a happy little pet following them. It seemed quite needy as it growled with delight. Not a pleasant sound but the tone seemed positive. 」

「The vessel traveled onward forward to the next room. The lizard didn't falter and kept on following their path. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins E

「Another room filled with vines, a bit more that cracked into the stone floor. However, vines on the ground does not have any glow berries. Up ahead, there are a few scraps metal on the ground, rusted from the length of how it has been here. Perhaps many decades had passed by the look of it. 」

「The two kept on traveling forward, until- 」

◇ Entering Self-Defense State ◇

「A large frog like creature jumped from the empty hole on the wall next to the next area. They are as big as the chubby lizard. They seemed to stare the vessel blankly and croaked. It seemed to have hostile intent? 」

「The vessel stared blankly back while the Lizker went in front and growled at the frog before becoming instantly friendly and licked. They decided to [Check] on the new creature in this room. 」

[] The "Froggot" // This frog forgot what he was doing. // No Resistant, 4% A.A.P (Average Attack Power) []

「The frog croaked one last them before it turned and jumped back into its hole from whence it came. Back to its ruin. 」

◇ Self-Defense State Completed ◇

「And so, the confused vessel and their follower head forward, not sure what that encounter back there was about. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins F

「The vessel entered into this area and noticed a broken-down scrap creature laying against the wall. They don't seem like a robot like them but at the same time, it's hard to tell from this distant. 」

<> Interact <> Broken Scrap Creature

「When the vessel went toward it, it seemed clear it was a robot. Not a very high-tech robot unlike them as well as not in good shape. They poked the rusted bot in hope of response and that only met with silent. 」

「Bummed out, the vessel left the robot alone and glanced around in hope for more of these bots but there was only that. 」

「Suddenly, the bot made a small sound before the faint audio of fan whirring could be heard. Unlike the vessel, their head were shaped like a human, and their eyes tried its best to turn on its green glow. It does however have a heavily cracked screen on its chest. There was text slowly typed out, reading "Hello." before a long paused. 」

Oblivion: "..."

「Its jittery eyes stared at the vessel. The text deleted itself before a new sentence has appeared. "You are not a human..." After each sentence, it repeated the process. 」

「"...Nor a robot... You must be from the core... Species unrecognized. Filing new report for the Ros---..." 」

「They got cut out, struggling to maintain in this state. Sparks flew from its body. "...Denied... If you are from the core... We come in peace... The human will stay here for a while... Please accept us..." The robot started to malfunction before a loud hiss sound occurred and the screen shut off. Steam emitted through the cracks. 」

「This robot is outdated. 」

「Next to and above the robot was a wooden sign hanged on a nail in-between the stone bricks. Not sure long it has been there but despite it be moldy, it still hangs. 」

<> Interact <> Moldy Sign A

「The moldy sign reads, "This sign is made just for testing. Please ignore this sign and read the on next to this. That one will tell you how the puzzle work. Thank you" 」

「The vessel moved onto the next sign. Their pet, the Lizker, waited and sat down next to the broken old robot. 」

<> Interact <> Moldy Sign B

「This moldy sign reads, "In order to complete this puzzle, you must walk on the square till you reach the diamond. But be careful, there are obstacle in the way that moves every time you touch a square. They will push you to the beginning. To see solution, please read the next sign. After you done the puzzle." 」

「The vessel turned around and noticed this area was pretty big. However, there doesn't seem to be a puzzle at all. At least a more active one. There seemed to be painted black squares in the center with the circle that has "Start Here" and the diamond at the end that has "End Here". There are also painted circle with spike around them in blue paint with a line going in a set path. Childish. 」

★ Note: You can try to complete the puzzle below. Answer the question using [Left], [Up], [Right], or [Down] in a Sequence. Think it through and have fun! You can skip the puzzle if you want, the solution is be revealed in the story! ^-^ // Also, the Blue Death move one Square every time you move! ★

★ Extra Note: If you want to do the puzzle, don't scroll too far under the Puzzle Image or else you might get spoiled the answer. ★

「The vessel went to the next sign as to ignore the childish markings on the ground. 」

<> Interact <> Moldy Sign C

「This moldy sign reads, "If you are reading this, the solution is that there is no solution. The puzzle is optional and there's no door blocking your way if you do not complete it. If you did solve it, great job! If you did not, there solution for real:" 」

「"Right, Right, Down, Right, Right, Up, Right, Right. It's simple, isn't it!"」

「The vessel was quite confused at this. Hope they don't have do a real puzzle like this one. They decided to skip the puzzle and went toward the next room with their pet following them once again. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins G

「The vessel entered into the next room and found themselves with more signs although these seemed to be more recent ones since they're not moldy as the others. Curious, they decided to check it out. 」

<> Interact <> Wooden Sign A

「This sign reads, "Behold! The continuation of the Circle to Diamond Puzzle! Decided to give it a name. All you have to do is start at circle and move your way, square to square, till you reach the diamond. Although, there's nothing stopping you during the puzzle, so if you want to pass, you must push the wooden cut out, Mr.Block-Your-Way." 」

<> Interact <> Wooden Sign B

「"Although, please do the puzzle. It took me a while to make one up. I promise Mr.Block-Your-Way will move if you step on the Diamond. Your friendly neighbor, the Wendigo Slime." 」

「The vessel turned around and saw the puzzle, a bit more refined as the floor covered with green tree leaves and the square tile were noticeable. The circle tile right in front of them along with the trail of where the obstacle would travel to. The diamond is all the way at the end. At the distance, there was the acclaimed, "Mr.Block-Your-Way". 」

「The vessel didn't like to do puzzle, so they went on the leaves and to the wooden cut out. The sound of crunches and snap when they walked over. 」

<> Interact <> Mr.Block-Your-Way

「There's a tall wooden cut out of a scarecrow-shape person with a angry face painted on the head. It is connected to the ground and has writing on its chest. "PLEASE DON'T PUSH ME! DO THE PUZZLE." 」

「They didn't really treat it like a real person and decided to move the cut out aside. For a moment, they saw a frown face but when they step back to check, the expression of it is still the same angry face. Something about do things felt a bad. Instead, they move him to the center of the open doorway to the next room. 」

「The vessel stepped back on the leaves and to the beginning of the puzzle to try it for real. Hope for the best as they attempt to find the solution. It's time to imagine. And the vessel is imagining what the puzzle could be. 」

★ Note: Here's another puzzle! This one has multiple Solutions (I thought of) but only one of them will be revealed by the Protagonist. // For the Blue Death, you can go on the square if it does not have them or if you did not collide with one on the way there. ★

「The vessel attempted to think this puzzle through. It seemed that moving forward seemed safe. Actually, it seemed they figured it out, an easy for a robot like them. With imagination, they managed to find a simple path. 」

「The solution they took was: Right, Right, Right, Down, Right, Down. 」

「They made to the diamond and stepped on the tile. It lowered when stepped on, a sound of a clink before a small confetti explosion blew where Mr.Block-Your-Way stood. It seemed the puzzle has been solved! Although, the puzzle would still be solved by skipping the whole puzzle and just step on the diamond tile. 」

「Regardless, the vessel cheered before stepping off and walking toward the Mr.Block-Your-Way. Strange enough, they had a smile now instead. Not only that, but they also began to move aside as if they were living. 」

Oblivion: "..." They nod and appreciate it before entering into another room.

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins H

「The vessel entered into this room to found themselves in another puzzle room. This time, the puzzle seemed a bit more complicated, and it had them puzzled. What would be harder now? A new mechanic? A bigger puzzle? 」

「Diagonals. It seemed that the puzzle has obstacles that go diagonal. They went over to the wooden sign first to check what message had been left. 」

<> Interact <> Wooden Sign A

「This sign reads, "I had too much fun making this puzzle that I even stump myself out with one time. But I'm sure there's a solution to it! If I made the puzzle and find it, so can you! And I swear, this is the last one! I don't want you to endlessly do random puzzle I make. I mean, I could, but I don't think anyone would be doing any of these." 」

<> Interact <> Wooden Sign B

「This sign reads, "Please do them. I tried my best in making them. Although, if this is too hard, just say the magic word to Ms.Block-Your-Way and she'll be nice enough to move aside! Thank you. Your friendly neighbor, the Wendigo Slime." 」

「And with empathy, the vessel decided to control the last puzzle that he hoped they'll have to do. It might be a bit tough, but they could handle it with determination! 」

★ Note: Last one to go! This one has you deal with diagonal. They still move one square. Blue Death can also move outside the tiles but that's obvious since they spawn outside the tiles. Good luck! ★

「The vessel nod and stepped onto the circle platform and began the puzzle. They hopped to each tile with a smile. Perhaps they started to enjoy the puzzle a bit more. Maybe cause the puzzle wasn't too bad to solve or their robotic mind could easily calculate the path toward the goal. At least they had fun with this. 」

「The solution they took on this one is: Right, Up, Up, Right, Right, Right. 」

「Upon stepping onto the diamond tile, the sound of loud pop occurred at the wooden cut out of the Ms.Block-Your-Way. A badly drawn woman that had a wide smile of what a mom would have if they proud of their child. 」

「They jumped off and went over to the cut out before noticing their movement to the side to allow access to the next room. 」

<> Interact <> Ms.Block-Your-Way

「A happy lady wooden cut out. They seemed to be wearing a real white apron that has the word, "COOKING and LOVE". The expression is very lovely, and she is quite tall. About two feet taller than the vessel. 」

「To another room they go. A nod for the cut out before going to the next area with a smile of accomplishment. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins I

「As the vessel entered into the next room, they notice a wooden drawer placed on the wall of the area. There seemed to be a small glass bottle of orange substance under a wooden board that says, "Congratulation!" 」

「The lizard, that didn't follow the vessel for a while, sprinted over with a piece of a large branch in their mouth. They seemed to be a bit distracted of themselves and rolled on the ground. 」

<> Interact <> Small Glass Bottle of Orange Substance

「When the vessel picked up the bottle, they noticed a posted note that reads, "If you did my puzzles, you could keep this. It's an always fresh honey!" They paused for a moment before being curious about their ability. They started to scan the bottle and hope it checked its information. 」

「Indeed, they could scan any item they have! 」

[] Always Fresh Honey Bottle // This bottle honey is always fresh. Don't ask why. // Heals 60 Mana, Regenerate 20 Mana per Turn for 3 Turns []

Pearl: She yawned and turned visible before floating upward and glanced at the vessel. "I had a nice nap. How was your journey! Was it GREAT?"

「The vessel nod before holding up the honey bottle in front of Pearl. 」

Pearl: "Oh! It seemed that you found an item! I will take that and put it in the spatial inventory. When you need it, you can access it because I allow you to. Just use [Item] and instantly, it will appear! Awesome right!?" She took the bottle and teleported it into the inventory.

「They nod before they try out the [Item] feature. Quickly when the bottle disappears, it also reappears in the hand of the vessel. When the same ability was used, the bottle vanished again back to storage. 」

Pearl: "You got the hang of it really quick! You're a fast learner! Say, what's that creature over there?" She pointed out the purple lizard that seemed to be rolling on the floor with a now cracked branch. "Did you happen to tame that one?"

「They nod once more and turned around, staring the creature. The Lizker sat up and spat out the branch before sticking out their tongue and stared right back at the vessel. 」

「When Pearl flew right above the vessel's hat, the lizard did not notice her and just start at them for a very long while... A staring contests. Pearl sat on their head and whistle a bit, but the creature doesn't budge its eye movement. 」

Pearl: "Strange. I don't think they could see ME. Me... That's not nice, they're actively ignoring my present!" Pearl pouted as her tail swaying upward annoyed.

「The vessel reached up and gently tap Pearl. 」

Pearl: "Hmm? Come to think of it, it's been a while! Here!" She flew off their head and faced toward them. "It is time to [SAVE MEMORIES]!"

「And without warning, a bright FLASH blinded the both of them before it faded, and everything turned to normal. A warning would be appreciated as their eyes were not ready to adjust to the saving procedure. 」

「Although, the light did not affect the Lizker at all. Perhaps it had something to do with not noticing Pearl. Or it's very blind. 」

Pearl: "Now since that happened, I might need to chill again." She sat on the vessel's hat and smile. "If you ever need me, I'll be attached to your shoulder. Other than nap, I'm going to light NAP. Light nap. Tap when you need me."

「Pearl yawn again and lay down, closing her eyes. She seemed really comfortable on the hat unlike being on their shoulder. 」

「They continued to travel forward, and with the Lizker breaking out of their staring trance, they all started to travel to what seem to be a massive stone bridge connecting this side to the other side. There wasn't any light toward the center although if with the vessel's flashlight eyes, they be able to navigate forward, staying in a straight line. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins I // Dark Ruin Bridge

「As the vessel walked on the bridge, the surrounding got darker but the light at the entrance ahead grew a bit brighter each step. The air in this place gotten colder and chill went up their spine. The Lizker whimpered and slow down a bit before they decided to sprint ahead toward the light. 」

「In a panic, they tried to reach out for the lizard, but it seemed they were gone and went ahead without them. Now it's quite a quiet bridge. It seemed like it always has been. 」

「The bridge shook a bit, causing the vessel to stand still, worried about the possible chance that this bridge might collapse. Not sure what to do at the moment, they decided to slowly walk forward and prepared to sprint for it when things go south. 」

「They continued onward, noticing orange leaves scattered on the bridge, more grew as they got closer. 」

「The bridge rumbled again, and, in a panic, the vessel sprinted toward the exit in hope of reaching their before it collapses. However, it doesn't seem like it's going to break apart. Instead, there's something else. A large creature coiled around the path, blocking their way with a loud hiss. 」

「With fear expressed on the vessel's screen face, it seemed that they were in for a difficult encounter. They looked up, noticing the huge serpent that blocked their path and loom over them with its flickering shadowy tongue. Its eyes bright orange with its scales being the color of the ruins. 」

「The vessel took a deep breath and enter into a dodging stance, preparing to [Purify] this serpent. 」

(Deep Snake Voice) ???: "An Obsirose~. What brings you down in this ruin." He spoke as his head got closer to the vessel. "Did you stumble down here and got lost~? Or did you get too curious and explore. Ignorant of the danger of entering this territory. Did they warn you that we're not too friendly against your kind~."

「The vessel just shook their head yes before stepping back a bit, worried that the serpent would quickly lunge and take them as a snack. 」

(Deep Snake Voice) ???: "Silent, are you? Or maybe you can't speak~. Muted~. How about I take this opportunity to-" The snake ended the sentence midway and started to snap at the vessel, scaring the living daylight out of them.

「They stumbled onto the ground and panicked, before quickly standing. 」

(Deep Snake Voice) ???: "Oh this will be fun~. Don't die on me too quick. I need to crave my thirst of revenge." His eyes change color from orange to pitch red.

◇ Entering Self-Defense State // Warning: Elite Encounter ◇

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

「To Be Continued... 」

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.3: Your Friendly Neighbor - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.1: Hello World!

(Word Count: 2500+)

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「Once upon a time... 」

(Male Voice 1) ???: "Come over here! I found something!"

(Female Voice 1) ???: "What is it? What you find!? Is it something good!?"

(Male Voice 1) ???: "Not exactly. Just come over here! Just everyone! Come!"

The sound of rushing footsteps goes over the group of explorers, all in dusty brown clothing, equipped with leather straps and a backpack. A flashlight held, shining at the pitch darkness through the tunnel. After a while, they couldn't believe their eyes. A gigantic opening from the ground, spanning far down within its dark depth. Pebbles gently collapsed off as the explorers gathered at the edge. 

「A group of explorers in search of a new start... 」

(Male Voice 2) ???: "What's all the way down there? I can only see vast darkness!" A surprised look on his face.

(Male Voice 1) ???: "Not exactly sure but it seems that we find a new world down there. If there's abundance of resources, then we struck gold and perhaps we can have a whole civilization! A new start for everyone!"

「Has found a massive depth, perhaps full of resources and life... 」

(Female Voice 1) ???: "That sounds too hopeful."

(Male Voice 1) ???: "But think about it! A what if! If it's indeed what I think it is- You know what, I'm going to shut up and explore. Get the rope!"

(Female Voice 2) ???: "Careful! We shouldn't rush!"

「And at this moment, life has changed for them... 」

They all prepared their supplies, a bunch of explorers setting down their equipment and prepared for a large expedition within the depths of the magical world deep below. And as they went down...

(Female Voice 1) ???: "I can't believe it! Look what I found!"

(Male Voice 2) ???: "Is that Obsidian?"

「The prologue of the present... 」

(Female Voice 1) ???: "Looks like one but not quite sure. Something about it seems different." She pointed her flashlight below her. "It's not the only resource down here. There's plenty more. Way more."

「The center of a new beginning... 」

「This is the start of the... 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

★ Note: From here on out, the True Route known as the Solstice Route will play out. The opposite darker route known as the Equinox Route will not be available. Follow the journey of a vessel, the one you will grab by their hand and guide. This vessel's name is... Oblivion. Enjoy. ★

<> The Starting Journey of the Solstice Route <>

[] Memory 1.1: Hello World! []

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins A

「Water... Droplets of liquid dripped from the ceiling, upon the sleeping vessel laying on a cold stone ground. Each drop gently splashes upon their obsidian glass faces, slowly flowing apart and onto the surface. Their purple hair gently swayed by a wind coming from the unknown. Everything around it was quiet but peaceful. Gentle light shone on their face from the glowing berries on the vine of the cavern ceiling and walls. 」

「... Awaken... 」

「Bright yellow eye flashes from the screen of the vessel. Awaken from its deep sleep, they rose up and glances around, confused and lost. A moment of long silent, only to glimpse at the surrounding stoney caverns, a bit humid, and quite a lot of glows berries and its vines. Below the vessel is veins of slightly luminate water flowing toward the direction the awakened one faced. The air in this place is chilly. 」

Oblivion: "..." Silence. It continued to observe before standing up. "..." 

「They attempted to speak but unable to. For some reason, they know communication but at the moment, unable to say anything, not even a sound. 」

「They glanced around before noticing its hat. They recognized it as it walked up toward it, kneeling down to pick it up. It was a little damp but regardless, the vessel placed it on its head, completing its whole outfit. A dark brown hat with a dark brown simple explorer clothes which comes with its gloves and boots. Quite comfortable. 」

「The vessel looks ready to go, with a smile on their face. A pair of bright yellow eyes and black pupil, a canine or feline shape nose, and a yellow smile, all appearing as a screen on the obsidian-like glass head. In fact, their whole body is this black glass. A body made out of resource. A screen image face. This vessel, Oblivion, a robot at heart. 」

「They decided to walk around a bit, getting used to the current environment. Although, what caught their attention is what lit up the area they're in. 」

<> Interact <> Glowing Walls

「A glowing wall of vines and berries that illuminate the room with bright white light. It does have a hint of yellow to it. The vessel is curious if these berries are edible. They took one off, glowing their gloved hand. A single sniff before consuming them... 」

「Eww... Nasty. The vessel spitted them out and coughed. They sure taste like battery acid. Or just very sour yet bitter lemons. Better to let them do their job. Just be a glow and not a berry. They stepped away from the walls for a while. 」

<> Interact <> Ruined Vases

「There's an interesting bunch of slightly broken vases, cracks overwhelmed them, almost looked like they're about to shatter at any moment. Best to not touch them and leave them alone. So fragile... 」

「It seemed that nothing here is worth to interact. The vessel glanced around one more time before noticing an opened path out of this area. They then proceed to walk toward the direction as they have no other choice. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins B

「They found themselves in a large cavern of empty spaces, all connected with a singular bridge from where he was to another new area. The area below the wide bridge is just pitch darkness. Wouldn't be a great idea to jump down from here. Despite the walls being farther away on both sides, the ceiling still lit the area. 」

「The vessel continued their path, walking forward to who knows where. However, something seemed to stop them from progressing. They squinted and noticed a small floating creature ahead of him. In fact, it seemed to be heading their way, a pair of bright yellow eyes expanding as it got close. 」

「Without any warnings, a loud glassy thud occurred as it collided against the face of the vessel. What in the world!? 」

(Female Voice) ???: "OWW! Oops! My bad! I accelerated way too FAST!" The creature spoke as it rubbed its screen face. She seemed be a small floating robot, in fact, a kitty with a dark purple scarf. Her tail drooped down with a diamond piece hanging on the tip. "My bad, my bad! Wait, I said that three times already! My bad! Ack!"

「Awkwardly, the vessel gently poked the kitty, unsure what it was. A blank curious stare toward her. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "Hey, don't poke me like that. I'm made out of glass! Like you are!" She pouted and floated back a bit. "No permission granted!"

「The vessel gave a smile and retracted their fingers. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "Aren't you going to apologized?"

「They stared at her without a response back. They really wanted to speak but they failed to do so. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "...Give me a second. Stand still PLEASE!" Her screen face blanked out for a moment before a yellow scan appeared, moving from top to bottom of the vessel's whole body. "SCAN COMPLETED!!! Oh, I see the problem now... YOU CAN'T SPEAK!"

「...Yes... 」

(Female Voice) ???: "More specifically, your speech module is broken. Bummer. However, do not worry as I can speak for YOU!... Until you get your voice back."

「The vessel stood nodding before a looking down a bit disappointed. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "Don't be UPSET! Ack! I meant upset. Not yelling! You see, I am here to help! I am PEARL! Personal Electronic And Realistic Lifeform!" She snickered before shaking her head. "Just kidding on that part. Call me Pearl!"

「...They can't speak... 」

Pearl: "I'll be your personal QoLC! Quality of Life Companion! To where I come from? Don't ask! I most likely woke up the same time as you! Anyways, I can be a lot of use for you! In fact, I might even be more useful than you!" Smug :)

「The vessel felt a bit down and sit on the ground a bit upset. Bad Pearl. 」

Pearl: "Wait WAIT! But you have many other things you can do that I can't do! I could be your friend, your spatial inventory, your navigation system, and so much more! Including the best feature ever! [SAVE MEMORIES]!" She cheered before laying on the vessel's head. "You could be my friend and- and... And... A protector! You can even protect me! I'm sure of it!"

「Pearl went off of their head and move back a bit. They seemed excited for what she about to do. 」

Pearl: "Stand up!" She does a quick scan. "Oblivion! I have something to show you before we go on our way!"

「The vessel stood up and stared at Pearl confused. 」

◇ Entering Self-Defense State ◇

「Suddenly, a single pulsating headache occurred in them before visual HUD appeared in front. There seemed to be a few of them, and Pearl smiled as if she wanted so long for this. 」

Pearl: "You now have access to your HUD!" She floated in front of you and pointed at the vessel's HUD. "Just like in a video game!"

「There is a blue long bar with the icon of the vessel's head, scarf, and his explorer's hat. Above the bar displayed MHP/Mana with a 100% / 100%. Above the numbers is the vessel's name, Oblivion, smaller in text size than the percentage. 」

Pearl: "That is your MHP! Your Mana Health Point! And if you haven't noticed, we're Obsirose! Obsidian Soft Glass bodies! We can regenerate ourselves using MANA! However, if your MHP hits 0%, you unable to regenerate your wound and will result in a GAME OVER!"

「The vessel nods and gave a thumbs up, to ensure that they understood. 」

Pearl: "Awesome! And I'm pretty sure you're a swift one. You see, you most likely will have first turn! There are options for you to choose when engaging with anyone! [Purify], [Action], [Item], and [ACCESS BLOCKED]! Huh, strange." She paused for a moment before shaking head and continuing. "They're basically a preset option for you to do! In case you have nothing specific you want to go for!"

「The vessel could see the three available options. For some reason, they thought they saw a fourth one. 」

Pearl: "If someone hostile is trying to hurt you, use [Purify]! It shall calm them down and might alter their mindset a tad bit. [Action] allows you to do, well, actions! Some might even help with the purification process by a ton! And finally, [Item]! If we have any, we can use them! Say, give it a try. Use [Purify] on me!"

「The vessel nod and instinctively raised their right arm before using [Purify], a bright flash stunned Pearl a bit. 」

◇ +50% Purity ◇ 50% / 100% Purity ◇

Pearl: "OH! That dazed me a bit, but I feel much better! I feel happier!" She giggled before purring. "Now it's my turn since it'll take a while for you to perform [Purify] again! I'll shoot little pellet of energy at you! You just have to dodge!"

「Pearl summoned a bright yellow energy pellet and it slowly shot toward the vessel. They stood still in a panicked and got hit! Ouch! And the attack has ended. 」

◇ -15% Mana ◇ 85% / 100% Mana ◇

Pearl: "You know, you can just step aside! You can dodge it that way! Let me try AGAIN!" She got another turn out of nowhere and shoot another energy pellet! "Remember! DODGE!"

「The vessel nod before attempting to jump over it. Unfortunate, the timing was way off, and they landed on the pellet! 」

◇ -10% Mana ◇ 75% / 100% Mana ◇

Pearl: "You do jump very high but, you didn't really dodge it. Here, try one more time!" Another free turn to herself! 

「Selfish! Another energy pellet headed toward their way. This time, they jumped over it with success! A dodge!... Finally. 」

Pearl: "Great job! You can dodge to avoid taking damage! Now it's time for you to finish the purification process!"

「[Purify] 」

◇ +50% Purity ◇ 100% / 100% Purity ◇ Pearl has been purified! ◇

◇ Self-Defense State Completed ◇

「The vessel's HUD has vanished quickly as soon as this tutorial was completed. They looked at Pearl and smile. 」

Pearl: "I feel all brand new! Like I actually slept instead of being shut down for so LONG!"

Pearl: "Say, I have one thing to show you. Come over to me!"

「The vessel walked over to her. They noticed that Pearl is reaching her paw out toward them with sudden sparkles appearing around the both of them. A sudden flashed occurred with both of them shutting down. 」

「After a while, they both activated again, and it seemed that the vessel's mana has been fully restored! 」

Pearl: "That right there is me activating [SAVE MEMORIES]! Your mana is fully restored, and your memories is saved! So, if anything bad occurs, your Auto-Save Memories will combine with the most recent saved memories! Neat right! When it happens, you can see how great it really is!"

「Confused, the vessel shook their head and agree with whatever she explained to them. 」

Pearl: "Although, a manual save is up most important, so I'll save each charge for every once in a while. And now since that happened..." She lay on the vessel's shoulder then turned invisible. "...I'm going to nap here for now."

「The vessel noticed the invisibility and gently poke her just to make sure she still exists... Silent but she is there. 」

「At the moment, Pearl is not awake, so it seemed like they will have explore the Glowing Ruins by themselves. They walked toward the end of the bridge toward another room, curious of the area full of glow berries, vines, and the very quiet atmosphere. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Ruins C

「The vessel entered into a long corridor, wall closer to them with more vines and less glow. The ground seemed a bit unstable with sound of cracks with each step. The ruins of this place must be very old. Nothing too interesting in this area. 」

「They continued to walk forward, perhaps speeding their pace until suddenly the ground rumbled before collapsing, having the vessel fall down into the darkness! 」

Oblivion: "...!!!" 

「Translation: "AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!" 」

「GAME OVER 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

「To Be Continued 」

★ This is Oblivion & Pearl ★

★ Hope you enjoyed this story! ^-^ ★

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.2: Glowing Ruins - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

★ Sticker Emote Collection 3 ★ // Completed

Total Sticker Emotes: 50

Sticker Emote in this Post: 20 // Current 20 Max Image per Post :D

The Collection that Started it All (1): Sticker Emote Collection 1 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Previous Collection (2): Sticker Emote Collection 2 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Next Collection (4): Sticker Emote Collection 4 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

★ Sticker Emote Collection 2 ★

Total Sticker Emotes: 30

Sticker Emote in this Post: 10 // Current 10 Max Image per Post :D

Previous Collection (1): Sticker Emote Collection 1 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Next Collection (3): Sticker Emote Collection 3 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

★ 12/1/2023 ★ Thank you "Scout2100" for gifting me supporter! This is the first time I've had the Supporter Role, although I wish I could view your profile and message you in person. Thank you!

Littlegojo didn't want his OC "Max" so he wanted to give him to me. However, I told him we can share it and now Max is a Shared OC :)

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★ Sticker Emote Collection 1 ★

Total Sticker Emotes: 20

Sticker Emote in this Post: 20 // 20 Max Image for a News Post :)

Next Collection (2): Sticker Emote Collection 2 - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Honey Maple Dice (Set 1)

Note: All these are made for fun. Also made for Roleplays and RPG. All Dice are those one similar to DnD.

<> Version 0.1 <>

Standard Player -

Health: 50 // Mental: 15

Stamina: 3 // Stamina Regen: 1 // Dice Slot: 1 // Dice Storage: 4

Emotion Capacity: 100

Total Skill Dices: 8

<> Common: 5 <> Uncommon: 1 <> Rare: 1 <> Epic: 0 <> Legendary: 0 <> Unique: 1 <>

Skill Dices this Set: 8

<> Common: 5 <> Uncommon: 1 <> Rare: 1 <> Epic: 0 <> Legendary: 0 <> Unique: 1 <>

Basic Offense [10/12/2023 // 12:15 AM]

Rarity: Common // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (Infinite) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (1)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d6) [Damage] Offensive Dice //

Basic Defense [10/12/2023 // 12:15 AM]

Rarity: Common // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (Infinite) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (1)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d6) [Block] Defensive Dice //

Bandage [10/12/2023 // 12:15 AM]

Rarity: Common // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (5) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (0)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d3) [Heal] Support Dice // On Use: Remove (2) [Bleed] //

Mechanic:

<> Bleed: Take [Damage] based on (#) of [Bleed] when rolling a Dice that consumes [Stamina] //

Glare [10/12/2023 // 12:15 AM]

Rarity: Common // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (10) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (0) // Mental: (3)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d3) [Weak] Debuff Dice // Apply next Turn // Last for (1) Turn //

Mechanic:

<> Weak: Reduce Final Roll of Dice by (#) of [Weak] //

Punch [10/13/2023 // 10:35 AM]

Rarity: Common // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (20) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (1)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d6) [Damage] Offensive Dice // On Hit: Deal (1) [Mental Damage] //

Enhance [10/13/2023 // 10:55 AM]

Rarity: Rare // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (5) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (0) // Mental: (5)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d6) [Boost] Support Dice // Apply next Turn // Last for (1) Turn //

Mechanic:

<> Boost: Increase Final Roll of Dice by (#) of [Boost] //

Blade Strike [10/13/2023 // 12:05 PM]

Rarity: Uncommon // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (15) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (2)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d12) [Damage] Offensive Dice //

Glaive [10/13/2023 // 1:55 PM]

Rarity: Unique // Twilight (1st Tier)

Usage: (Single-Use) Dice Capacity // Stamina: (0)

Technique:

<> Roll a (d6) [Mental Heal] Support Dice // On Use: Gain (2) [Wind] // Last until End of Combat //

Mechanic:

<> Wind: Passively Evade any Offensive Dice equal to or lower than the (#) of [Wind] //

Tyhond is asking for something! :D

I wonder what he wants :3

[File Name: Tyhond Please SE] [Tyhond Pwease?]

Licorice came to say hello! :D

Pat the good Lizor-Shork~! (Happy 100 Fans on Newground!)

[File Name: Licorice Hello SE] [Licorice Waving Hoi!]

Have a sticker emote of Sukibie! :D

Maybe drink some Honey Mead with her ^-^

[File Name: Sukibie Honey SE] [Sukibie with Honey Mead]

I had just got "Asesprite" recently and decided to use it today after not doing pixel art fully since 2019, around 4 years ago. Back then I used "Piskel" and now I learning to use "Asesprite".

Pixel Learning Set 1

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7/29/2023 [8:50 PM] // Total Time Spent: 3~ Hours.

Sprite_0001.gif - Energy Rune Ore / Energy Rune Bar

「Basic Information: Energy Rune Ore are filled with potent magical energy, having the capability to power both magic and technology. The ore itself can be used as fuel but also can be refined into Energy Rune Bars which helps with structuring into batteries or other parts requiring it. 」

「Lore: Technology was growing in the world of magic. However, without a stable source of fuel for magical inventions and weapons, everything made using both magic and industrial steel were expensive. Not only that, but most technology also often take the path with basic electricity as crystal imbued with intense magical energy are reserved for magical weapons for mages. However due to the discovery of Energy Rune Ore, there were a stable way of fusing both industrial invention with a magic fuel source. Although, sacrifice was made due to this discovery. 」

// Note: I had experience with pixel art before, so I got used to "Asesprite" for the first hour and made this in around 2 hours.

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8/4/2023 [4:15 PM] // Total Time Spent: 3~ Hours.

Sprite_0002.gif - Volcanic Energy Steel

「Basic Information: Steel surged with the strength and durable of the volcanic energy with in. However fragile without it. Metal and fiery energy intertwine, its material hidden inside the flaming depth of a tropical active mountain. 」

// Note: Red Square [Was not bad but I could do better.] // Yellow Square [I think I could do better but not sure.] // Green Square [Not sure what else I could improve upon.]

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8/9/2023 [4:05 PM] // Total Time Spent: 2~ Hours.

Sprite_0003.gif - Pixel Practice #3

// Note: I'm pretty good with a few certain Sprite although I still need more experience on making different things.

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