296 Turtle House (1/2)
Scarlett nodded. ”Just one person, the Steward Medallion enables travel to any of the eight settlements.”
Nix glanced down at the writ in his hand. It was an appointment document signed by Scarlett. On it was a list of the other seven Stewards. There was also an attached land deed.
Jaro: Nescari
Gillian: Sossamon
Pedri: Vathro
Tuno: Beliquisto
Tama: Gothric
Kephart: Raiz
Mellix: Tobanz
Nix: Ionova
”I better check it out then.” Nix was hesitant to leave Morti's family until he resummoned the Titan Cub.
”As Steward, you are tasked with the safety and well being of the inhabitants of Ionova.” Scarlett placed a hand on his shoulder. ”Normally I would have sanctioned a house to be built for you, but this will work out since you have the Turtle artifact.”
”Turtle house...” The name didn't instill confidence. Nix could barely say it with a straight face.
Scarlett laughed at his expression. ”It'll be fine.”
Nix waited until Una approached him. He'd be taking her to Ionova until he figured out a suitable form for her. Scarlett had made sure to return three of the Emperor Wolves puppets, the other six she had asked to purchase. They would be used for scouting and patrols into dangerous areas.
”I”ve never been to Ionova.” Una moved beside him, the back of the Dire Wolf was level with his shoulders.
He placed a hand on her back and nodded to Scarlett. ”See you tomorrow.”
Scarlett waved. ”Thank you, Nix. Thank you!”
[Steward Activation: Ionova]
An instant later, Nix and Una appeared in Ionova.
As Steward of Ionova, you have been given this land for your personal use, 100 acres of wooded grasslands. You may make an introduction announcement.
”Maybe later.” Nix turned in a circle, the land was similar to his respawn point. It was lightly forested and had a small stream running through it.
”Where is Ionova?” Una's sharp eyes were looking at everything, her nose sniffed the air while she walked in small circles.
”There's a small ridge east of us, it blocks the town from our view.” Nix pulled the turtle artifact from his inventory. It was a small turtle shell that easily fit into the palm of his hand. After walking around for a few minutes he found a spot he wanted to place it.
[Activate: Turtle House Artifact]
This Artifact must be placed in or close to water.
Close to the water actually meant touching. Nix repeatedly tried to activate every few feet until it was successful.
The air around him shimmered as Turtle shell slightly larger than Grandpa Sinai appeared on the ground. A front door and windows appeared where the head and front of a turtle would have normally been located. Walking around the back, he discovered a large rock-walled pond. Just past that at the rear of the shell was a back door and more windows.
”It's literally a turtle shell.” Una's smooth voice held a hint of laughter.
”Guess so.” Nix walked in through the back door, it was a bedroom that had a large bed, a desk and a walk-in closet that served as the entrance to a bathroom. Through the bedroom door was a nice sized kitchen with a large island attached for eating meals. There was no dining area, but a cozy living room with two very comfortable looking couches and a fireplace put a smile back on Nix's face.
Una pointed her nose to the coffee table next to the couch. ”It's blinking Nix.”
Nix walked over and activated the table hud.
Welcome to your Turtle Home: Owner Nix.
1) Security
2) Power
3) Supplies.
4) Mailbox
Nix displayed the security option.
[Home Security]
1) Lock-Down: In an emergency, you may put the house in Lock-Down Mode. During Lock-Down the house will protect occupants and property from damage.
2) Permissions: All guests must leave the premises when the owner does unless they are on this list.
3) Alarm: You may set an intruder alarm that will notify you of approaching guests. The default perimeter is 300 feet.
”Set Permissions to include Una. Display Power menu.”
[Power Menu]
1) Appliances: You have three choices for this option. Conventional, Rustic and None. The default is Conventional.