When Alchemist Silke discovers a mysterious plant in the Wilds, the dangerous territory outside the city of Last Stand, a whole new world of possibilities opens up. What new potions would this let her create? She was excited about the potential. That was until she tested the elixir she crafted from the flower—every good alchemist samples before they sell. She expected to be sick at worst. Instead, she was transported to somewhere unfamiliar, foreign—where her grand adventure would begin.  ——— Protector Keeper Zsig and Protector B.E.E.P. Atncore were just trying to go home for the day when they witnessed the disturbance coming from Rubedo, the alchemist's shop. The store was empty, and the only thing of note was a glowing yellow potion. Looking for clues, Atncore sampled the tonic, trusting his enhanced biomechanical nature to protect him from harmful effects. But, much the same as the alchemist, he vanishes. Zsig, as the staunch Protector Keeper of Atncore, followed.  ——— The alchemist's apprentice was left behind. Her employer and two protectors were missing, and her plans were waylaid in the face of this development. With Rubedo closed due to the investigation, she dedicates her time to piecing together what happened. Teaming with a surly detective, the apprentice embarks on a quest that unearths grave secrets. ——— Something has gone wrong in Triahkel, this place where advancements in science and medical research led to the corruption of most flora and fauna. Note: Author is alive and hectically trying to get schedule (and life) back on track. Updates will continue! I am working hard toward catching up so I can return to a fixed day of the week. Thanks to all for bearing with me!