_________________________________________ / -Capture of the Komodo Dragon- \ | -June 10, 1998- | | Recorded & Edited by Aubrey McMichaels | \___http://pages.prodigy.net/aubreymcm/___/ PBR - 1: Crimson Beauregarde transmits, "Mr. MacIrnsley?" PBR - 1: Emerson MacIrnsley transmits, "What seems to be the problem? Did you find something?" PBR - 1: Crimson Beauregarde transmits, "Yes, I found it's burrow." PBR - 1: Crimson Beauregarde transmits, "I found the Komodo dragons Burrow. And I think there's something in it." PBR - 1: Emerson MacIrnsley transmits, "Where at, Crimson?" PBR - 1: Crimson Beauregarde transmits, "Come to the trail. The entrance trail." [Mayne Hill, Swampy Trail] A tangle of roots is hidden in thick green ferns around the bases of the tall banyan trees that rise from the soggy forest floor. A dense layer of leaves softens your footsteps along the narrow trail. You also see a burrow. Obvious paths: northwest, southeast. This burrow appears to be the entrance to the nest of a somewhat large animal. You can vaguely see a shape in the burrow, but can't quite tell what it is. Emerson MacIrnsley and Terry Cline arrive in a truck. They jump out of the vehicle and quickly appraise the area. Terry Cline nods. Emerson glances at the burrow, then glances at Terry. Emerson furrows his brow. Terry nods at Emerson and says, "I think it is. I need to get a closer look." Emerson says, "Ladies and gentlemen, please stand back and try to keep as quiet as possible. Please stand back away from the burrow. Emerson says, "We believe this is the nest of the Komodo. As we've all seen the damage that the Komodo dragon can do, it'd be best to let Terry and me handle this." Terry Cline kneels down next to the burrow hesitantly, inspecting carefully. Terry nods. Terry says, "I'm certain this nest belongs to our missing friend. The size, shape, and structure of it are definitely that of an Ora. It is inside the burrow, I can see the eyes." Emerson nods to Terry. Terry says, "Please step back from the burrow. This is a highly dangerous animal. If Emerson misses, it's also going to be a very angry animal." Terry nods at Emerson and says, "Let's do it." Emerson checks his tranquilizer gun. You see Emerson MacIrnsley. He appears to be at least an octogenerian. He stands 5 feet and 11 inches tall and has a very thin build. He has ruddy skin, short thinning black hair and grey eyes. He has a handlebar moustache and a scar on his face. He looks perfectly healthy! He is holding a tranquilizer gun in his right hand. Emerson MacIrnsley is wearing a dark green jacket with Royal Moradian Zoo printed on the back, a pair of tan pants, a tan workshirt, a backpack, a PBR communicator, and a pair of work boots. Emerson raises his tranquilizer gun and aims it toward the entrance of the burrow. Emerson fires the tranquilizer gun and quickly attempts to move behind a tree for cover. You hear an odd screech from inside the burrow. Terry peers into the burrow. Terry exclaims, "Success!" Terry says, "Okay, I'm going in to drag it out." Emerson nods to Terry. They both move toward the entrance, Emerson still aiming his tranquilizer gun at the burrow. Terry crawls partially into the burrow and slowly drags out the dragon. [Mayne Hill, Swampy Trail] A tangle of roots is hidden in thick green ferns around the bases of the tall banyan trees that rise from the soggy forest floor. A dense layer of leaves softens your footsteps along the narrow trail. You also see a Komodo dragon (sleeping), a savage woman, a flatbed truck and a burrow. Also here: Terry Cline, Emerson MacIrnsley, and other people Obvious paths: northwest, southeast. You see a Komodo dragon This fierce looking, heavily built reptile is greyish brown and has a flattened triangular head filled with sharp, saw-like teeth. Its short powerful legs terminate in sharply clawed feet. It has a long tail which is thick at the base, but tapers towards the end. The Komodo dragon, heavily sedated, is moved out of the burrow and is placed on the ground near the truck. Emerson begins preparing the truck to transport the Ora to the zoo. The truck is a dark green flatbed. On the side is a logo that reads "Royal Moradian Zoo." Terry glances at the Komodo dragon, breathing heavily from the exertion. Terry says, "We'll need to hurry. The sedative won't last for very long. I didn't want to hurt it, so it's a pretty low dosage." Emerson nods in agreement. Emerson and Terry struggle with the large Komodo dragon, hoisting it up into the truck. Terry closes the back of the truck, securing the lizard inside. Emerson says, "I appreciate everyone's assistance and look forward to seeing everyone at the zoo, where you'll be able to watch the Komodo dragon in a much safer environment." Emerson smiles at you. Terry and Emerson climb back into the truck and slowly drive away. [Mayne Hill, Swampy Trail] A tangle of roots is hidden in thick green ferns around the bases of the tall banyan trees that rise from the soggy forest floor. A dense layer of leaves softens your footsteps along the narrow trail. You also see a burrow. Also here: People Obvious paths: northwest, southeast. Southeast tire tracks were found, they led to the zoo. :) [Royal Moradian Zoo, Ticket Booth] A banner declares that you have arrived at the Royal Moradian Zoo. Emblazoned with the zoo's logo, posters of exotic animals cover the walls. You also see a wooden sign. Also here: Terry Cline, Emerson MacIrnsley Obvious paths: north, south. Royal Moradian Zoo The zoo is currently closed for the evening. Zoo hours are from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.