Kindred | The librarian - the spirit beloved by Cyrano

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Kindred | The librarian - the spirit beloved

Postby Cyrano » Mon Sep 04, 2023 1:25 pm

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kalon name: Kindred Val Halen
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Deep beneath the shifting sands of the vast desert, hidden from prying eyes, lies a secret haven of knowledge and ancient wisdom—the Library of Sacred Tombs. Its existence remains veiled to the outside world, known only to those who have stumbled upon its hidden entrance within Giza or have been guided by whispers carried on the desert winds.

Located within an enigmatic underground inverted pyramid, the Library of Sacred Tombs echoes the grandeur and mystique of the legendary Library of Alexandria. It is a sanctuary where history, legends, and the accumulated wisdom of countless civilizations are meticulously preserved. The library stretches across vast chambers adorned with towering bookshelves that seem to reach towards the heavens, housing ancient tomes and scrolls filled with secrets of the past.

As you enter the library, you are greeted by an otherworldly sight and. Animals of all kinds, adorned with intricate hooded garments carry keys, and scurry along the shelves, acting as librarians and guardians of knowledge. Wise owls perch on the edges of bookcases, their penetrating gazes overseeing the endless expanse of wisdom. The watcher Kindred Valhalen sits at his desk scrying away, the only permanent outside resident. Graceful cats move with purpose, their keen senses guiding visitors to the right books. Loyal dogs stand by the entrances, their keen ears attuned to every sound, ensuring that only those worthy may enter to seek knowledge or to see Kindred.

Pathways lead up walls as the gravity fields alter to allow visitors to reach upside-down shelves and those lining the walls in precarious positions. Kindred and the animals walk up and down the walls to retrieve tomes and hidden artifacts. They may also retrieve fruit from the hanging gardens above as flowering vines and fruitful flora hang from certain halls.

The library is bathed in a soft, ethereal glow, emanating from the numerous windows that punctuate the walls, mysteriously lit from an outside source other than the sun which filters through the sand-blown glass, it dances upon the ancient tomes, illuminating the faded words and delicate illustrations that grace their pages. The air within the library is cool and dry, carrying the faint scent of aged parchment and whispers of ancient knowledge.

The architecture of the library is a masterpiece of ingenuity and secrecy. Doorways lead to hidden passages, beckoning the curious to explore the labyrinthine depths of the pyramid. Moving staircases, both inverted and right side up move in certain halls and the walls are adorned with intricate carvings, depicting scenes from forgotten civilizations and enigmatic symbols that have withstood the test of time. These carvings hold clues to the location of hidden chambers and concealed tunnels, inviting the intrepid seeker to uncover the library's deepest secrets.

The Library of Sacred Tombs houses books, relics, and artifacts from bygone eras. Ancient scrolls encased in ornate glass cabinets share space with delicate pottery and fragments of long-lost murals. Each artifact tells a story—a piece of history waiting to be unraveled by those who dare to venture into the depths of knowledge.

Within the heart of the library lies the Chamber of Whispers, a hallowed space where seekers of truth can commune with the spirits of the past. Although Kindred has been said to be the only one to possess this power now. Here, the air crackles with electric energy, as if the accumulated wisdom of generations resonates within the very stones. It is said that those who listen closely may hear the faint echoes of long-departed voices, offering guidance and enlightenment. Kindred is capable of directing spirits into himself utilizing his ears as a means of hearing their intention; he is their vessel to convey messages of the past to others and commune with them himself- well-wishing spirits warm him and those with malice chill him to the bone and perhaps that's why he stays, for the compelling intensity of their heat, and ice. When consumed by a spirit he can warm or cool the entire library sustaining the ecosystem within by diffusing the temperature.

As you wander, you may stumble upon hidden nooks and alcoves, tucked away from prying eyes. These secluded spaces offer solace to those seeking contemplation and solitude. Here, amidst shelves adorned with delicate flowers and flickering candles, one can lose themselves in the pages of forgotten knowledge, finding solace and enlightenment in the quiet embrace of the library.
Kindred's sanctuary of knowledge, treasure trove of history, and a testament to the collective wisdom of countless civilizations. It is a place where the past intertwines with the present, inviting all who enter to uncover the mysteries that lie within its hallowed halls. Waiting patiently for those who are worthy to discover its secrets and carry the torch of knowledge into the future.

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