The Death of Olmec
Events
- •Olmec strikes at Conan's neck as they descend the secret stairs.
- •Conan grapples with Olmec, and they tumble down the steps together.
- •Conan's iron fingers break Olmec's neck during the fall, and they crash through a panel into the throne room.
Origin
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Tension
- •Conan enters the final confrontation battered and without his primary weapon.
External
- •The immediate threat of Olmec is permanently removed.
Internal
- •Conan's rage is peaked as he enters the throne room and sees Valeria on the altar.
Sequence
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Worldbuilding
- •The physical durability of the Cimmerian is highlighted as he survives a blow that would have killed a lesser man.
Status Changes
- •The Tlazitlan leadership is completely decapitated with Olmec's death.
- •Conan is now the sole external force acting against Tascela's remaining followers.
Narrative Summary
As they approach the throne room, Olmec attempts to murder Conan from behind. Conan's instincts save him, and in the ensuing struggle, he crushes Olmec's throat, ending the Prince's life.
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The Great Hall System
## Overview The **Great Hall System** is the primary architectural and navigational artery of the city of **Xuchotl**. Unlike traditional cities, Xuchotl is constructed as a single, massive, interconnected structure under one roof, with the Great Hall serving as the equivalent of a main street. ## Mechanics and Rules * **Orientation:** The hall traverses the entire city from the **North Gate** to the **South Gate**. * **Dimensions:** It is described as being of "heroic proportions," with a length so vast that its vista grows indistinct in the distance. * **Construction:** The floor is composed of square tiles of a red stone that smolders with the reflection of flames. The walls are made of green jade, and the vaulted ceiling is crafted from lapis lazuli. * **Illumination:** The hall is lit by clusters of **Green Fire-Jewels** set into the ceiling, which glow with a poisonous radiance, supplemented by crystalline skylights that allow filtered sunlight to enter. ## Narrative Significance The Great Hall represents the only major open space within the claustrophobic, palace-like city. It acts as the boundary between the warring factions of **Tecuhltli** and **Xotalanc**. Techotl notes that the city gates, which terminate this hall, have not been opened for fifty years, emphasizing the isolation of the inhabitants.
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