ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.2: Glowing Ruins

(Word Count: 5100+)

Genre: Adventure // Fantasy // Sci-fi

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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)