
Cardinal Umbring, first character you meet

[esc="bye"]

[page="start"]
[iftime 0800-0900][goto="inchurch"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[set_pflag 0]
[set MetUmbring]
[learn_name]
[colour="#808080"]
You see a middle-aged man dressed in hand-woven
vestments.  He looks at you in awe and reverence.
[colour="#ffffff"]

"Welcome, $PLAYER.  I am Cardinal Umbring.

 The LORD has told me of your coming, and He said that
 you may need some help adjusting to the World of Men.

 I am to answer any questions you may have, and I also
 have the gift of a parchment and a key to a house that
 has been prepared for you."

[colour="#808080"]
He hands you the key and a rough piece of paper.
[colour="#ffffff"]
[give 1 key_1]
[give 1 paper]

[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What do you mean, 'the LORD told you'?"]
[linkto="godtold"]
[link="The World of Men??"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What do you do?"]
[linkto="who"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Thankyou.  I must be going now."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="startname"]
[iftime 0800-0900][goto="inchurch"]
[call="tithes_check"]
[if true][goto="pay_tithes"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[set MetUmbring]

"Welcome back, my $Son."

[zlink="Tell me about the Trinity."]
[zlinkto="trinity"]
[link="I have a question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[always]
[if flour1][link="Tell me about The Cow."]
[if flour1][linkto="thecow"]
[always]
[link="Tell me about the tithes."]
[linkto="tithes"]
[altlink="Tell me again about the tithes."]
[altlinkto="tithes1b"]
[always]
[if malcolm_ascended][if_not malcolm_saint][link="Father Malcolm just disappeared."]
[if malcolm_ascended][if_not malcolm_saint][linkto="malcolm"]
[if malcolm_ascended][if malcolm_saint][link="Tell me about Malcolm's disappearance."]
[if malcolm_ascended][if malcolm_saint][linkto="malcolm2"]
[always]
[link="Jesus was a dead jew on a stick."]
[linkto="blasphemy"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="inchurch"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Not now!  I am giving Mass!"

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="question"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Yes, my $Son?"

[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Whereabouts am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="Did you say that God spoke to you?"]
[linkto="godtold"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="whatshouldIdo"]
[if CrickladeAbbey][goto="whatshouldIdo2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"You must go to the Abbey at New Cricklade and speak to
 Cardinal Tod.

 It was intended that he be here to greet you, but he
 has sprained his leg and can not make the journey."

[link="Where is the Abbey?"]
[linkto="where_abbey"]
[always]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="whatshouldIdo2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"I have no specific advice to give you at the moment, but
 if you feel lost, pray before the Cross and you may gain
 insight from Our Saviour."

[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="Who exactly are you?"]
[linkto="who"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="whereami"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"You are in my church, which is in the town of New
 Highworth.  The Holy Land is to the southwest, and the
 forces of the Adversary lie eastwards. 

 It would be wise to visit the Abbey of New Cricklade.
 My colleague, Cardinal Tod was supposed to be here to
 greet you, but he has sprained his leg and could not
 make the journey.  You should speak to him."


[link="Where is the Abbey?"]
[linkto="where_abbey"]
[always]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Did you say that God spoke to you?"]
[linkto="godtold"]
[link="What do you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="whenami"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"In the year of our LORD, 1325 Anno Domini.
 It is unfortunate, but it cannot be helped for it is the
 Will of the LORD, that we are in the last days of the
 Earth.

 Cardinal Tod will tell you more about this..  He can be
 found at the Abbey in New Cricklade."

[link="Where is the Abbey?"]
[linkto="where_abbey"]
[always]
[link="Did you say that God spoke to you?"]
[linkto="godtold"]
[link="What do you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="where_abbey"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The abbey lies deep in the forests to the west.
 You should not try to go through the forests for it can
 be very dangerous, especially at night.

 It would be safest to follow the south road to the
 Holy Land.  The path to the Abbey is signposted."

[link="What do you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="wom"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"This is the World of Men.  It is the earthly realm, as
 opposed to Heaven, wherein our LORD dwells, and the
 fiery pits of Hell, where sinners burn!"

[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Did you say that God spoke to you?"]
[linkto="godtold"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="who"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"I am Johan Umbring: Bishop of Gloucestershire, Cardinal
 of his Holiness Pope Harris the Just, and member of the
 Protectorate.

 To most people I am 'your grace', but you may call me
 what you will, since you walk with the blessing of
 the LORD."

[link="What are your duties as Bishop?"]
[linkto="who2"]
[link="What are your duties as Cardinal?"]
[linkto="who3"]
[link="What is the Protectorate?"]
[linkto="who4"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="job"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"I am Bishop of Gloucestershire, Cardinal of his Holiness
 Pope Harris the Just, and member of the Protectorate.

 To most people I am 'your grace', but you may call me
 what you will, since you walk with the blessing of
 the LORD."

[learn_name]
[link="What are your duties as Bishop?"]
[linkto="who2"]
[link="What are your duties as Cardinal?"]
[linkto="who3"]
[link="What is the Protectorate?"]
[linkto="who4"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="who2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"As a Bishop, I oversee the duties of the clergy below me.

 I advise on the sermons to be given, help distribute the
 gold that has been alloted to the parishes I control,
 and also give advice on religious matters.

 Several times I have been called upon to exorcise a
 devil that has posessed men.  Minor outbreaks of evil
 such as this can be swiftly dealt with by Bishops."
 
[link="What are your duties as Cardinal?"]
[linkto="who3"]
[link="What is the Protectorate?"]
[linkto="who4"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]

[page="who3"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"As Cardinal, I report directly to his Holiness the Pope
 and ensure that his wishes and dispensations are carried
 out correctly.

 Cardinals are the link between the Pope and the rest of
 the Church.

 Traditionally, we have also elected a new Pope when the
 previous one dies, but our Holy Father was blessed by
 the LORD with eternal life for his devoted service, and
 we will not be called upon to perform that task again."

[link="What are your duties as Bishop?"]
[linkto="who2"]
[link="What is the Protectorate?"]
[linkto="who4"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="who4"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The Protectorate is the defence arm of the Church.
 It protects our Faithful from the rage of the Infidel,
 who would desecrate our churches and our women.

 It also acts to prevent corruption within the Church
 itself, for our Order has in the past been infiltrated
 by the unwashed, who were able to wreak much havoc
 before they could be put to justice.

 If you would know more of the Protectorate, seek the
 Abbey of Cricklade.  Their library boasts a magnificent
 stock of codices; most of the knowledge that man has
 seen fit to enscribe upon vellum lies within its walls."

[link="Where is the Abbey?"]
[linkto="where_abbey"]
[always]
[link="Doesn't God protect you against the Infidel?"]
[linkto="who4a"]
[link="What are your duties as Bishop?"]
[linkto="who2"]
[link="What are your duties as Cardinal?"]
[linkto="who3"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Good bye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="who4a"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Often He has, my $Son.  But intervening in the Mortal
 World distracts Him from His great plan, so He decreed
 that the Protectorate be formed to allow us to protect
 ourselves without relying on His mercy.

 Nowadays He will only intervene against the wicked if
 their threat is very great, or if it would directly
 affect His plans."

[link="Where is the Abbey?"]
[linkto="where_abbey"]
[always]
[link="What are your duties as Bishop?"]
[linkto="who2"]
[link="What are your duties as Cardinal?"]
[linkto="who3"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Good bye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="godtold"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"When we are in dire need, our Heavenly Father may appear
 in His Glory to assist His children.

 But mostly, when He visits us, it is the Holy Ghost in
 the form of a dove.  Sometimes, the sins of the Simple
 provoke His anger, and He may take the form of a
 terrible beast!
 Your arrival was told to me by a kestrel that spoke with
 words of thunder.

 And we can always pray to Christ for guidance!"

[link="Who are the Simple?"]
[linkto="simple"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="Who exactly are you?"]
[linkto="who"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Pray to Christ?"]
[linkto="pray"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="pray"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Yes, my $Son.  The LORD made His son Jesus Christ to
 talk to us sinners here below, and know His way.

 If ever you need guidance, pray to His likeness.
 Kneel before the Cross and you may gain insight!"


[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="Who exactly are you?"]
[linkto="who"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="simple"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The Simple are those who do not know the Scriptures.
 It usually refers to the general populace, as opposed to
 clerics such as myself, those whom the LORD has blessed,
 and His servants, such as you."


[link="What should I do?"]
[linkto="whatshouldIdo"]
[link="Where am I?"]
[linkto="whereami"]
[link="What year is it?"]
[linkto="whenami"]
[link="What did you mean by 'The World of Men'?"]
[linkto="wom"]
[link="Who exactly are you?"]
[linkto="who"]
[link="What is your job?"]
[linkto="job"]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]




[page="blasphemy"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[esc="disabled"]
[colour="#808080"]
The cardinal makes a strange sound and crosses himself.

A glowing ball of plasma forms in the air above you..
[colour="#ffffff"]

[if_pflag godwarning][nextpage="godwarning_kill"]
[set_pflag godwarning]
[if_player_male][nextpage="godwarningM"]
[if_player_female][nextpage="godwarningF"]
[endpage]

[page="godwarningM"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"THE PROMISED ONE DIDN'T REALLY MEAN WHAT HE JUST SAID
 NOW, DID HE?"

[link="No, he didn't."]
[linkto="godwarning2M"]
[always]
[link="Yes he did!"]
[linkto="godwarning3"]
[always]
[endpage]

[page="godwarningF"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"THE PROMISED ONE DIDN'T REALLY MEAN WHAT SHE JUST SAID
 NOW, DID SHE?"

[link="No, she didn't."]
[linkto="godwarning2F"]
[always]
[link="Yes she did!"]
[linkto="godwarning3"]
[always]
[endpage]


[page="godwarning2M"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"GOOD.  'CAUSE I'D PAN HIS HEAD IN IF HE DID."

[colour="#808080"]
The ball fades away.
[colour="#ffffff"]
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]

[page="godwarning2F"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"GOOD.  'CAUSE I'D PAN HER HEAD IN IF SHE DID."

[colour="#808080"]
The ball fades away.
[colour="#ffffff"]
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="godwarning3"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"IT WOULD BE A SHAME IF THE PROMISED ONE GOT BROKEN,
 WOULDN'T IT?"

[colour="#808080"]
The ball fades away.
[colour="#ffffff"]
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]



[page="godwarning_kill"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"TIDY UP THE MESS PLEASE, CARDINAL."

[call_at_exit="god_killplayer"]
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]






The player has tried to kill the Cardinal

[page="die"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[colour="#808080"]
The Cardinal makes a strange gesture.
[colour="#ffffff"]

"By the holy sacrament of the Eucharist, I bless you."

[at_exit_call="god_killplayer"]
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]

Goodbye

[page="bye"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
"The Trinity be with you, my $Son.

 Take care and do not go forth at night.  Pray often.."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


Quest dialogue

[page="thecow"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The Cow is a creature of divine origin, made by the LORD
 to punish the unfaithful in the godless village of
 New Fairford.

 Why do you ask?"

[link="Can you ask God to get rid of it?"]
[linkto="thecow2"]
[link="It is causing a flour shortage."]
[linkto="thecow3"]
[link="I have another question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="thecow2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Ah, another petition for the Cow to be removed.
 I am sorry, but the LORD does not wish it.

 There is still vice and sin amongst the ruins and the
 Cow's duty is to guard these sinful artifacts from the
 misguided ones who would look for them.

 That is why the Cow must stay where she is."

[link="But it is causing a flour shortage!"]
[linkto="thecow3"]
[link="I have another question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="thecow3"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"This is true, and it is a great shame, but the LORD is
 strict.  It is hoped that the shortage of flour will
 help persuade the King to accept that the tithes are
 necessary.

 The LORD has promised that the flour shortage will end
 when the King has paid his dues to the Holy Trinity."

[link="What's this about the King?"]
[linkto="tithes1"]
[always]
[link="I have another question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes"]
[if tithes_kingfirst][goto="tithes1b"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Ah, you have spoken with the King.

 It is sad that he cannot see our way, sad in several
 ways.."

[link="How is it sad?"]
[linkto="tithes2"]
[always]
[link="Yes, it is sad."]
[linkto="tithes1a"]
[always]
[link="I agree with the King."]
[linkto="tithes3"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes1"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[set tithes_churchfirst]
[clear tithes_kingfirst]

"The King has renounced the tithes which the Church
 requires from all men.  The King refuses to pay the full
 amount that is due.

 It is a sad and unfortunate thing.

[link="How is it sad?"]
[linkto="tithes2"]
[always]
[link="Yes, it is sad."]
[linkto="tithes1a"]
[always]
[link="I agree with the King."]
[linkto="tithes3"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes1a"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"I am glad that you agree with the LORD and his humble
 servants.  The tithes are necessary to fund the Church's
 battle against evil.

 Perhaps YOU could try and persuade him.. The King may
 listen to the Promised One, even if he ignores us."


[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes1b"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Tithes must be paid to the Church by everyone.  This is
 sometimes hard but it is necessary.

 The King, however, refuses to pay the full amount that
 he owes our LORD.

 It is a sad and unfortunate thing.

[link="How is it sad?"]
[linkto="tithes2"]
[always]
[link="Yes, it is sad."]
[linkto="tithes1a"]
[always]
[link="I agree with the King."]
[linkto="tithes3"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"It is sad that the King will not relieve himself of the
 burden of his wealth.

 It is sad that he has fallen victim to the sins of pride
 and arrogance.
 
 But mostly it is sad because his actions do anger our
 LORD, and the days of his rule are now surely numbered!"

[link="How is wealth a burden?"]
[linkto="tithes2a"]
[always]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes2a"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"In the book of Matthew, Christ teaches us that the rich
 may not enter heaven.
 
 Yet it is scarcely practical for a man to give away ALL
 his wealth, for he would surely starve, and that would
 not best serve the LORD's purposes.

 The LORD spoke to our master, the Pope, and decreed that
 a tenth of every man's income should go to the Church,
 that it may be put to good use."
  
[link="A tenth?"]
[linkto="tithes2b"]
[always]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes2b"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"That is what was decreed, but the Daemons take flight
 again, and with the increased activities of the
 Adversary it has been necessary to increase the tithes
 so that we may be more effective in our battle against
 Evil."
 
[link="How much are the tithes now?"]
[linkto="tithes2c"]
[link="Tell me about the Daemons."]
[linkto="demons"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes2c"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"It is unfortunate, but in these dark times, with the
 powers of the Evil One encroaching upon the Just, we,
 under the divine laws of God Himself must ask a third
 of each man's wealth to sustain our battle against the
 forces of darkness.

 We dare not disobey the LORD our God in this matter,
 as the King will soon find out to his cost, for refusing
 to pay the LORD his dues."
 
[link="Tell me about the Daemons."]
[linkto="demons"]
[link="I agree with the King."]
[linkto="tithes3"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="tithes3"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"On the face of it, the tithes do seem unfair, but they
 are quite necessary.

 The Church must have wealth to maintain its ability to
 fight evil.  We must be strong.  We must be able to buy
 and maintain the weapons we use against the forces of
 darkness!

 And do not forget, it is under the command of the one,
 only GOD that we seek to collect these tithes.  If we
 disobey in this sacred duty He shall be most angry!"

[link="How much are the tithes now?"]
[linkto="tithes2c"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="demons"]
[if malcolm_saint][goto="demons_a"]
[if malcolm_ascended][goto="demons_a"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The Daemons are evil creatures that can fly and molest
 the Faithful.  They tempt men into worshipping them.

 I cannot tell you much more about them myself, but there
 are others who are can.  Cardinal Tod of Cricklade Abbey
 and Father Malcolm (who lives in this town) should be
 able to help you."

[link="How much are the tithes now?"]
[linkto="tithes2c"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="demons_a"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"The Daemons are evil creatures that can fly and molest
 the Faithful.  They tempt men into worshipping them.

 I cannot tell you much more about them myself, but there
 are others who are can.  Cardinal Tod of Cricklade Abbey
 should be able to help you, but it was Saint Malcolm who
 knew the wiles of the Daemons most."

[link="How much are the tithes now?"]
[linkto="tithes2c"]
[link="I have a question about something else."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]



[page="malcolm"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"You have witnessed a most rare and blessed thing!

 The LORD has claimed Father Malcolm and taken him up to
 Heaven.  This miracle is rare, and given only to those
 who dedicated their whole lives to the Trinity.

 It is said that all three of the Trinity must agree that
 the person was true and devout man before they can
 ascend up to Heaven.

 I shall prepare at once for him to be canonised."

[set malcolm_saint]
[link="I have a question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]


[page="malcolm2"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Saint Malcolm always loved to Walk With God, and the
 LORD did often say how pleased He was with him.

 You were fortunate enough to see his ascension to Heaven
 and that is a miracle that few have ever seen, even
 among the clergy."

[link="I have a question."]
[linkto="question"]
[always]
[link="Goodbye."]
[linkto="bye"]
[endpage]





[page="pay_tithes"]
[esc="disabled"]
[if TithesSecondTime][goto="pay_tithes2"]
[set TithesSecondTime]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Hail, $PLAYER.
 I hear that you have returned the King's royal sceptre!
 This is most excellent news, but I fear it does also
 cause a slight problem.

 You have been granted 2250 gold coins as a reward, and
 there are tithes to pay on that sum.

 It is the small matter of 750 gold coins for the poor.
 You may make the donation in the poor-box if you wish,
 or you may give the sum to any Cardinal.
 But it must be done soon, for the LORD is a jealous God
 and He will not be cheated of His money."

[link="Okay, here you go."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_pay"]
[link="I don't have that much money."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_nomoney"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes2"]
[call="tithes_num"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Hello, $PLAYER.  The LORD has told me that you
 still owe the Trinity $USERNUM1 gold coins.

 I cannot deal with this right now, but if you could put
 the money in the poor-box when it is convenient?"

[link="Okay, I'll do that now."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_now"]
[link="I can't do that right now."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_later"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_now"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Good, good.  The LORD will be pleased.
 Go in peace, my $Son."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_later"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Very well, but I urge you to hurry for the LORD grows
 impatient.  He will not forgive if you try to cheat Him.

 Go in peace, my $Son."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]



[page="pay_tithes_pay"]
[take 750 gold_coins]
[if true][goto="pay_tithes_paid"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"That is strange.. you do not have the money with you?
 Go and fetch it, my $Son, for the glory of the LORD.

 If you prefer, you may deposit the gold in our poor-box.
 The LORD will know."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_paid"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]
[call="tithes_paid"]

"Blessed are you in the eyes of the Trinity!
 The LORD shall smile upon you for this goodly tithe, and
 your passage through purgatory be shortened by this
 sacrifice of your worldly wealth.

 Fare well, my $Son."
[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]



[page="pay_tithes_nomoney"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"How can this be?
 The King gave you more than two thousand gold coins!
 
 What have you done with it all?"

[link="I was waylaid by fell thieves."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_nomoney_robbed"]
[link="I went gambling."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_nomoney_sin"]
[link="I spent it on drink."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_nomoney_sin"]
[link="I must have dropped it."]
[linkto="pay_tithes_nomoney_lost"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_nomoney_robbed"]
[are_there 750 gold_coins]
[if true][goto="pay_tithes_nomoney_lied"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"That is terrible!  But the LORD demands His tribute!
 The Trinity do not look fondly upon the weak, my $Son,
 so you may have to prove your worth by reclaiming the
 money from those who stole it.

 The LORD wants His money and you must find it.
 I am sorry I cannot aid you in this, but you do have my
 sympathies."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_nomoney_sin"]
[are_there 750 gold_coins]
[if true][goto="pay_tithes_nomoney_lied"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Upon my soul!  The LORD will not like this at all!
 The Trinity has never looked kindly on those who fall
 into sin.

 The LORD does want His money and you must find the
 amount somehow.

 Go in peace and sin no more."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_nomoney_lost"]
[are_there 750 gold_coins]
[if true][goto="pay_tithes_nomoney_lied"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"My goodness!  And the LORD demanding His tribute too!

 The Trinity does not suffer fools gladly, I fear, and
 that is what the LORD will believe if you cannot pay
 your dues to Him.

 I suggest you go back to the places where you last saw
 it and look.  Mayhap it has not been stolen..

 Go in peace, my $Son and try not to lose it again
 lest the LORD God mislays your soul!"

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]


[page="pay_tithes_nomoney_lied"]
[image="lord.jpg"]

"LIES!  IF YOU WILL NOT WILLINGLY GIVE YOUR TITHE THEN I
 SHALL TAKE IT BY FORCE."

[destroy 750 gold_coins]
[colour="#808080"]
The money vanishes from your pockets with an ethereal
sucking noise.
[colour="#ffffff"]
[call="tithes_paid"]

"IT IS DONE, THE TITHES ARE PAID.

 THERE SHALL BE NO PUNISHMENT THIS TIME."

[nextpage="exit"]
[endpage]




[page="pay_tithes_cant"]
[image="priest4.pcx"]

"Oh dear.  The LORD will not be happy.  I can only
 suggest that you try as best you can to make up the
 remainder.

 God is merciful but He can be very strict.
 There are tales of those who refused to pay tribute
 to Him, that were taken away to be judged by the
 Holy Trinity.  Never were they seen again."

[endpage]