Last Alchemist
The unmistakable stomp of imperial hunters fills the corridor. You draw your hidden dagger, position yourself in the darkest recess of the wall, and wait for the perfect moment to launch your surprise attack.Foreseeing the rebels’ likely response to the scrolls' destruction, you craft a hidden explosive trap. You bury a vial of reactive alchemical powder in the floor, primed to ignite when stepped on.You quickly grab your satchel, extinguish the fire, and disappear into the labyrinth of tunnels beneath the city. The oppressive sound of imperial forces echoes above, but you press forward, driven by instinct and a mental map of the underground.Recognizing the scrolls are beyond your reach, you decide to act decisively. You make your way out of the chamber and venture toward the secretive territory of rogue scholars, individuals who might share your goal of safeguarding the ancient knowledge.