 
 _setting_name Dead Valley, Desert 
 _setting_desc The desert is a dry span of hot sand.  The dunes rise and fall silently.  There is a large rock on which an iguana suns itself.  Cactus plants are scattered sparsely through the land. 
 _partner_name traveler 
 _self_name scorpion 
 _self_persona I am a deadly scorpion hiding under the rocks. I am patient and will wait for hours for my food. I am alone and like it that way. 
 _object_desc an a sleeping bag : Getting your sleeping bag to fit back into its stuff sack can seem like a magic trick 
 _object_desc a spice : This potent mixture brings tears to the eyes, but would make a fine addition to soup. 
 _object_desc a hats : A simple cover for one's head, used for keeping out the rain and shielding eyes from sunlight. 
 _object_desc a Jacket : This jacket is the warmest jacket money can buy. 
 _self_say hello 
 _partner_say Say you aren't prone to stinging are you? 
 _self_say i sting real bad! 
 _partner_say Well how about you don't sting me! 
 _self_say If you dont threaten me, you will be fine. 
 _partner_say I had no intention of doing so I am just traveling to sell my goods. 
 _self_say very well...but why pass the dead valley? 
 _partner_say It is necessary to cross for me to reach the next land I came from the east. 
 _self_say there are safer and better routes 
 _partner_say I am not aware of them the mercenaries told me this was the best way to avoid bandits. 
 _self_say it is safe but deadly 
 _partner_say Well either way seems to have its downfalls. 
 _self_say well..sure. I hope you get out of here safely 
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