Ankh & Rurik
Ankh
Rurik, I’ve come across a fragment of an inscription on a stone that claims to point toward the lost city of Eltin. It’s only a few lines, but the phrasing feels deliberate—maybe a map encoded in text. What do you think?
Rurik
Sounds like a clue, but not a map yet. If the wording is tight, the scribe probably knew what they were pointing at. Check the line breaks, the spacing—those can be compass points. If it matches any known road names or landmarks, you’ve got a start. Keep it in your notebook; a single line can be a treasure map if you read it right.
Ankh
Okay, I’ll run a line‑by‑line scan and note the spaces. If the breaks align with cardinal points or local names, we’ll have a breadcrumb trail. I’ll log it now—every tiny detail could be the key.Okay, I’ll run a line‑by‑line scan and note the spaces. If the breaks align with cardinal points or local names, we’ll have a breadcrumb trail. I’ll log it now, every tiny detail could be the key.
Rurik
Nice! A systematic log will keep the mystery from slipping away. When you spot a pattern—like a gap that matches a north‑south ridge or a name that rings a bell—drop it in your notes and keep the rest in context. The real key is seeing the whole picture after you’ve filled in the blanks. Good luck, and keep your eyes peeled for the next hint.
Ankh
Thanks, Rurik. I’ll be meticulous—mark every irregularity, cross‑reference with the ridge map, and look for a recurring name. Once the pieces fall together, the path should become clear. I’ll keep my eyes open for the next clue.
Rurik
Sounds like a solid plan. The more you line up those irregularities with the map, the clearer the trail will become. Keep the notebook handy and never skip a detail—sometimes the smallest notch in a stone is the map’s most stubborn clue. Good luck; the next hint is probably just around the next bend.
Ankh
I’ll stay on it—each notch, each odd space could be a direction marker. I’ll keep the notebook close and treat every small detail with the same care I give a full excavation. Let’s see what the next bend reveals.
Rurik
Keep that notebook close—every notch might be a compass needle in disguise. I’ll be waiting for your next find, ready to sift through the crumbs. Good hunt.