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“…the Mountain-Folk — known in times past as “Dwarves,” though they detest this name — have a unique lifestyle dedicated to traditional craftsmenship.” — Memoirs of Sir Cabirus, Ultima Underworld

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There are three Death Scythes in Ultima 7, provided that Forge of Virtue has been installed. However, only two of these can actually be obtained by players; the Ferryman’s Scythe is his, and his...

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“Brimstone is a volatile substance, and confers this to Sorcerous enchantment in the form of raw power.” — Vardion, Ultima 8

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I must admit: I take a small measure of offence at the fact that Ultima Forever’s impending shutdown has not yet been added to EA’s Online Service Updates page. Does the game mean so...

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“Within all living things is a magical energy or life-force. However, once the life has passed from a body, a byproduct of the life-force, emitted as etheric waves, remains inside.” — The Chronicle of...

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Based on its description in The Ancient Liturgy of Truth, the Zxkuqyb spell in Ultima 3 could almost be thought of as the precursor to the Armageddon spell.

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Including Runes of Virtue 2, the Ultima series has featured three characters named Christopher.

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If you’re looking to get drunk in Ultima 9, avoid Yew; alcohol is more expensive there than anywhere else in the game.