1.4 Introduction to Avalon.

The first thing that you should attempt to do if new to Avalon is to come to familiarise yourself with those commands which tell you about the progress, abilities and skills of your character. You can type SCORE and STATUS to see your current status, DIVINITIES to show how the deities feel about you (they can give you their favour, or disfavour), INVENTORY to show what you are holding and wearing, and SKILLS to display your proficiencies in various areas. Type HELP SKILLS for more information. You begin your life as a citizen of either Thakria, Parrius or Mercinae. In addition you are a member of either the Academy (in Mercinae), the College (in Parrius), or the Institute (in Thakria) through which you can learn and develop your skills. The Academy can be found on Singing Street, the College on Amber Street, and the Institute resides on Moonstone Crescent.

Type HELP ACADEMY for information on this, your most immediate concern. The most important thing to remember is that other people will be very willing to help you. It may seem rather large and complex, but most people have been through that stage at one time and will be glad to aid you.