1 | Start

You awaken in the Village, a small settlement nestled between ancient forests and distant ocean waves. The morning sun casts long shadows across dirt roads. Villagers bustle about their daily routines.

Where do you go—the Tavern, the Shop, or perhaps explore the Forest?

2 | Traven

You push open the heavy wooden door of the Tavern. Inside, a few early patrons nurse drinks. The barkeep, a stout halfling woman, wipes down mugs. In the corner, an old man mutters to himself over a map.

Who do you approach?

3 | Nurse

You settle onto a wooden stool and order an ale. The halfling barkeep slides a foaming mug across the counter. As you sip, you notice the old man's map shows the Forest marked with red circles. He glances up nervously.

Do you speak to him, the barkeep, or simply observe?

4 | Steal his map and run

You lunge toward the old man, snatching the map from the table. He shouts in alarm! You bolt for the door, but the barkeep yells “Thief!”

Villagers outside turn at the commotion. Do you run toward the Forest, the Shop, or try talking your way out?

5 | Forest

You sprint into the Forest, branches whipping past. Angry shouts fade behind you. The ancient trees loom overhead, shadows deepening. You pause to catch your breath and examine the stolen map—strange symbols mark several locations deeper in the woods.

Do you follow the map's markings or hide from potential pursuers?

6 | Hide

You duck behind a massive oak, pressing against its gnarled trunk. Footsteps crunch through underbrush—two villagers searching. They pass within yards, muttering about “damn thieves” before their voices fade.

You're alone now. The map shows three marked spots: nearby Ruins, a circle by the River, and deep forest symbols. Which do you investigate?

7 | Follow d map

You unfold the map fully. The nearest marking points toward the Ruins—the old man had scrawled “DANGER” beside it. The symbols suggest something hidden there. You navigate through twisted paths until crumbling stone walls emerge from the undergrowth.

The Ruins sprawl before you—remnants of the ancient elven city. Do you enter cautiously or search the perimeter first?