On a Spiraling Staircase                               -      -     NE 
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You are walking on a large staircase, spiraling around a spire that
reaches high into the sky.  The walls around you are made from a dark grey
stone, and weathered from years of abuse.  There are small slits in the
sides of the wall, that allow some air in, but the spire still remains
musty.  The steps are steep, and close together, making your journey very
tedious.  
An attractive female walks by, paying no attention to you.
A servant is rushing by you with a tray of food.