The Colossal Elevator is one of the most iconic and awe-inspiring structures in the city of Ularansa. This massive, multi-tiered elevator is not only an architectural marvel, but also a testament to the ingenuity of the city’s engineers and arcane practitioners.
Design and Structure
: The elevator consists of several large platforms, each capable of accommodating numerous passengers and cargo. These platforms are suspended by a series of sturdy cables and chains that are connected to a complex pulley system powered by an arcane engine. The engine, fueled by refined red essence, uses powerful magical energy to move the platforms up and down the cliffside.
The elevator shaft is built into the cliff itself, with sturdy stone columns and buttresses supporting its weight. Along the cliffside, a series of balconies and walkways connect the elevator to various levels of the city, allowing easy access to the different districts.
Operation and Maintenance:
A team of skilled engineers, along with arcane practitioners, oversee the operation and maintenance of the Colossal Elevator. These individuals are responsible for ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the elevator, as well as monitoring the arcane engine and refueling it with red essence as needed.
Potential Plot Hooks
Sabotage of the Elevator
A rival city or faction seeks to undermine Ularansa’s economic prosperity by sabotaging the Colossal Elevator. The players must uncover the plot and stop the saboteurs before it’s too late.
Apprentice Engineer Jorik has gone missing during a routine inspection of the Colossal Elevator’s lower levels. Chief Engineer Martella fears he may be in danger, and she asks the players to search for him. The accident was caused by the Crimson Company. Crimson Company controlls red essense production.
Rescue Mission
An accident or malfunction leaves passengers stranded on one of the elevator platforms, and the players are called upon to help rescue them before the situation worsens
Relations with the Crimson Company
The Crimson Company, upon learning about the new device being developed by the Ascendant Gear, sees it as a direct threat to their monopoly on red essence. They might resort to various tactics to stop its development:
- They could try to infiltrate the Ascendant Gear, planting spies to sabotage the project or steal the blueprints for the device.
- They might resort to intimidation or threats, targeting key members of the Ascendant Gear.
- In extreme cases, they might even attempt to assassinate the engineer developing the device.
The Ascendant Gear
The faction responsible for the maintenance and operation of the Colossal Elevator is known as the Order of the Ascendant Gear. This prestigious organization is made up of skilled engineers, arcane practitioners, and dedicated support staff. The Order’s primary focus is to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the elevator, while also researching and implementing improvements to its design and efficiency. They are well-respected throughout Ularansa and the Messos Archipelago for their expertise and dedication.