2. Inner Chambers

The ceiling is 30 feet high and well-supported by arched beams. Two sets of statues flank the last set of steps. These are images of old gods: one has a sword and spear, another scales of justice, the third a sickle and sheaf of grain, and the last a scalpel and censor. There is nothing special about them. The floor is covered by dust. Footprints make trails across the floor; most lead to the northeast door ("c") but some do lead to the southeast door ("d"). This was the general service area; it would have been setup as needed for special purposes. A few old, rotten benches have been pushed into a small pile to the southwest corner. Several old, rusted tripods (which once held great fires to help with illumination) are mixed in. (a). The floor here is cracked and decayed. Anyone walking across it has a chance of falling through. Underneath is a featureless muck pit, about 6 feet deep. Getting out can be annoying, but it is not a trap. (b). A heavy stone slab about 10 feet tall has been placed against this wall. It is carved with a relief displaying religious tales. Most are common themes seen almost anywhere, even if the actors are different. (c). and (d). Each set of doors is 20 feet high and 18' wide, and made of thick wood with iron banding for strength. The south pair is shut but the north pair is partially open. Anyone listening at the north set can hear what seems to be distant surf, over which rolls a louder sound: drums and ceremonial chanting. (e). Normally concealed