[ It's hard to identify where that came from. But no matter the direction, it's probably really, really bad news. ]
Let's hurry.
[ Even though it's the direction Hayato came from, around the next bend the tunnel opens into a vast hall. It's still undeniably underground, but the polished stone floor, the pillars supporting the high ceiling carved with intricate symmetrical designs, the veins of precious stone within the walls - it might put a noble's palace to shame.
Many lamps hang suspended from above, making the whole place brightly lit. After a second or two, it becomes clear that this large hall is not empty - there are people around, and pokémon as well, milling about as in... well, a mess hall. In contrast, perhaps, to the beauty of the surroundings, the people are dressed utilitarian, and many are covered in dust and dirt. Miners, judging by their clothes.
Nobody's panicking yet. Thorin stops dead in his tracks. ]
surprise change in scenery!
[ It's hard to identify where that came from. But no matter the direction, it's probably really, really bad news. ]
Let's hurry.
[ Even though it's the direction Hayato came from, around the next bend the tunnel opens into a vast hall. It's still undeniably underground, but the polished stone floor, the pillars supporting the high ceiling carved with intricate symmetrical designs, the veins of precious stone within the walls - it might put a noble's palace to shame.
Many lamps hang suspended from above, making the whole place brightly lit. After a second or two, it becomes clear that this large hall is not empty - there are people around, and pokémon as well, milling about as in... well, a mess hall. In contrast, perhaps, to the beauty of the surroundings, the people are dressed utilitarian, and many are covered in dust and dirt. Miners, judging by their clothes.
Nobody's panicking yet. Thorin stops dead in his tracks. ]