We rode forth into Oblivion. It was a dark, desolate place. No light was there. The hideous region echoed with weeping and wailing. Those that had not taken the path Straight had been sent here by the Master of Time. Sent here for all eternity. This was to be their final abode, never to see life or light again. The unholy trinity was here. Jupiter was here. "We must be vigilant and valorous. Do not stumble or fall. There is no resurrection or life in this abominable plane." I cautioned the party. I opened the book Xander had given me. It fell open to the page I sought. It revealed the path to our objective, the unholy trinity. I showed Alesha the path drawn out in the 'Star Finder'. "Everyone follow me and stay together," cried out Alesha above the moaning and wailing. The Valiant Band formed up and followed Alesha. The unliving set upon us gnashing and hacking. The light that shone forth from our group seemed to burn into their very souls. They were fierce in their assault, but to no avail. The Valiant Band slashed and blasted their way forward. The unredeemables could not stop them. Alesha kept on course and led us to an arched entry. I could feel a very evil presence, as I am sure everyone else did. Two fierce looking undead warriors approached. They were wearing brown hooded robes. "It is part of the unholy trinity," I cried out. "Stand strong! I yelled "Stand firm!" Shouted Alesha. The two struck our band with great fury and vengeance. These servants of the dark one were zealous in the loyalty to him. They were using cursings and lies to try and separate us. They called up minions to help them destroy us. The battle raged on with great determination on both sides. The Valiant Band pounded the zealots mercilessly The two fell, cursing and blaspheming. I retrieved the two brown robes. I wanted to find out just who they had been.. Whatever their reason for becoming so evil was beyond me at this point. But the now motionless zealots would not be troubling us again. Their passing gave me great relief. "Rally up1 We have on more foe to face. The last of the unholy trinity. He has been weighed in the balances and found wanting. Fear him not!. I yelled out boldly. "Two down and one to go," Alesha broke in. Aye, I said as I consulted the book again to find the location of the master of the unholy one. "The one you seek shall be alone. He shall wield immense power. No one shall stand before him. His domain shall be Oblivion should you prevail. That which he holds shall be dear to you. Beltes is his name. Beltyaal in the tongue of the ancients. It is a fitting name for he is evil, cruel, naughty, unholy and belial. He shall fall to the Band that fights together. They shall come from the four winds to pronounce his doom. Many will have met for the first time and yet stand side-by-side to the end. He dwells amongst the Crypts of the Fallen." "We are looking for the Crypts of the Fallen Therein lies the master of the unholy trinity." I spoke out over the moaning and crying still present in the caverns.We continued deeper into the abysmal place. Alesha brought us to a column leading into a narrow corridor. Evil pervaded the place. "He is near. I feel his presence,:" the High Paladin cried out. I felt the presence also. The Valiant Band stopped. Many took in their breath.. Others readjusted their armor and tightened their grips on their weapons. We came out of the corridor, and the room became larger. To the south, I saw some crypts with depictions of warriors on the lids. Beltes came into my view. At that moment, for some unknown reason, my ostard reared up and threw me off. Noonetrust charged straight at the master of the unholy trinity. He was struck by dark magicks as he charged into the ancient evil. Flames rose up around the poor but valiant creature. "NO!" I cried out still trying to recover from my unseating. The Valiant Band responded to the brave sacrifice of my ostard. They charged into Beltes. The unholy one was surrounded by the warriors and pounded into a submission. The mages were healing and casting all manner of magic at the last of the unholy trinity. The evil entity fell under the onslaught of the group. The prophecy had been correct. I could not tell who had delivered the final blow. Not just one had felled him. As he fell, a terrible, ripping scream came forth from him. The very ether was shaken. It felt like the veil of time had been torn asunder. Alesha brought me a small box. It contained that which Beltes carried. I opened the box. It was as I feared. A grey robe, and old battered hat, staff and a runebook was all it contained. I picked up the book. It was quite worn and old. 'Gates to the Stars' was faintly legible on the cover. I arose and showed all that the box contained. The party gasped. "We have killed Jupiter," cried out Tomah. "He is lost to us. Gone to Oblivion." Perseus added. "No! No he is not," I said trying to break the gloom of the party. "He can now be brought back to us." I once again opened the book Xander had given me and began to read. "Should the Valiant succeed in wresting the 'Book of the Stars' from the 'Apoleia'' {The Destroyer}. The portal of time can be opened to correct that which has been wronged. But do not tarry to open the portal. Behold I come quickly with my reward. Ye know not the hour or the day . I will part the good and evil. Eternal life shall I give the good. Everlasting death to those that seek after evil. So it is written. So shall it be done, saith the Master of Time. "We must hurry," I said. "If we fail. Jupiter will be lost forever in perdition."I opened the runebook and began to place the star runes according to the 'Star Finder'. "I will need six to open the star runes The portals must be opened at the same time." Halabinder stepped forward first. "I will to bring the Grey One back. He owes me a re-match in chess." Gen and Tomah stepped forward. "For Jupiter," they cried out. The warriors, Alesha and Perseus each stepped to a stone. "For the honor of the realm restored we do this," they affirmed. "I need on more. Who will step forward? Who will do it for the sake of love? I stared directly at Vlar. "Oh! Yes Lady Oni, I will do it. Jupiter is a good friend, and I would miss him should he be no longer with us." He stepped to the final star rune. The six had taken their place. The gates were opened. It was an awesome sight. A single rune appeared in the 'Path to the Stars'. I called upon the rune to open. A portal of shimmering blue appeared. For a moment time seemed to stand still. Out stepped Jupiter. "Lady Oni, why have you summoned me? I was just sitting in my tower thinking of a what I could just see what could happen moment." WHAT!" I interjected. Have you no recollection of what just happened here?" "No, Lady Oni, I do not. This is all news to me." I was so furious. I was just about to flamestrike Ol' Jupe when i heard my name. "Lady Oni, Wake up. The new Steward of Paws is here to present himself." It was Hans. "Jupiter is with him" "The new Steward of Paws?' I said sleepily. "Aye, M'Lady. It is an official visit." "We were just rescuing Jupiter from certain destruction," I replied. Hans looked at me with a sideways glance. 'Lady Oni you must have been dreaming." "Dreaming..." "Aye," he chuckled. We both laughed. What a dream. What did I have for lunch. Author's note: I wish to thank all who participated in this legend; either in game or by posts. I hope you have had as much fun reading and participating as I have writing and getting to know the greatest players of all time on the greatest shard of the realm. Adventure awaits us.. Lady Oni Neaufire
That was a really amazing event/story Oni! Thanks for doing it. Was a lot of fun! Not to mention it was for a good cause! (Jupiter) hehe
I really appreciated your participation and input. Thanks so much for being my friend. Once again, This is the reason I play on UO-R. People like you make the game . And yes, the cause was implacable. I mean impeccable.
At first I was convinced this was the story of Jupiter leaving UOR. I even sent him a private message to inquire I believe lol I really enjoyed reading this story and had a great time participating Oni! I am however sad you were awakened before you could cast your FlameStrike in the end. Dream Jupiter or not, he definitely deserved getting his beard singed after everything he put the realm through... Thank you for the great story! One last question though. If this was all a dream, can someone explain why I cannot find my horse?
Ever dreamt something, and then it came true? You could see certain objects or people in real as they appeared in your dream. Thanks for all your participation, Hala. I have enjoyed meeting and getting to know you. Yes, Hans came a bit too soon for me, also. *Oni has a cute little smile on her face* Perhaps next time my dream will be completely finished.
