𝖌𝖑𝖔𝖘𝖘𝖆𝖗𝖞.

[gorelord]

glossary

anamneses

(item) Also known as dreamwine. A rare drink found in the Crucible that produces vivid and magical dreams. Rumored to have been used for divination rituals.
This item is primarily used for canon/crau updates but alternatively can be imbibed for dream sharing.

blood moon

(event) An event where the moon turns red and the Crucible is plunged into a nightmare world.

echo

(event) A temporary illusion that reflects a different time, place, or memory. May include people, places, and things that disappear when the echo fades.

egregore

(entity) A name for the spirit of the world, the supernatural force that interacts with the setting.

exile

(entity) Common term relating to people who have ended up in the Crucible.

Lotus

(item) A recreational substance commonly available within the fortress. Petals of lotus flowers wrapped tightly around one another and cured in a cigarillo-like fashion. When smoked, produces a pleasant drowsiness that calms the nerves and relaxes the body. When smoked often, it can lead to lapses in memory and a desire for idleness.

Mandragor

(item) A recreational substance commonly available within the fortress. The root of this plant is dried and mixed with other spices to burn as a type of incense that produces a mellowing calm, stimulating warmth in the chest and groin to arouse carnal appetites.

However, if smoked directly from a pipe, it can produce hallucinations, delirium, rapid heartbeat, and hypersexual mania.

menthe

(item) An herbal cigarette or cigarillo commonly available within the fortress, this minty swamp weed provides a soothing, relaxing smoke that clears the lungs and provides an energetic pep.

night market

(event) A recurring echo that transforms the village beyond the fortress into a bustling market where exiles can exchange relics and supplies.

relic/token

(item) Items that are not native to the Crucible that are coveted for their rarity and novelty. These items are either personal effects of other exiles past and present or conjured by other means.

servitor

(entity) A monstrous creature that is the physical manifestation of a strong and overpowering feeling, usually fear.

sin eater

(entity) Another term for those who stay within the fortress.

Spice

(item) An herbal cigarette commonly available within the fortress. Has a sweet aroma made from a combination of spices like clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg rolled in mallow leaf. When smoked, it produces a satisfying headrush that temporarily numbs the throat and relieves pain.

Time Slipping

(condition) The act of losing time, going on autopilot, or otherwise losing significant gaps of time in memory.

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