STORMWIND CITY - Old Town, known for its narrow alleys and storied past, has always been shrouded in mystery, but recent rumours of "cursed steps" have piqued the interest of both locals and visitors alike. Located near the eastern edge of the district, these seemingly ordinary stone steps have become the subject of strange tales, drawing the attention of curious onlookers and thrill-seekers.
The legend of the cursed steps began to circulate after several residents reported feeling an inexplicable force when attempting to sit or kneel on them. According to eyewitness accounts, those who try to rest on the third or fourth step are swiftly and mysteriously repelled, as if the stone itself refuses to allow them to settle.
"I didn't believe it at first," said Michael Van Rook, a local noble (not to be confused with the world famous chess-player) who frequents the area.
"But when I tried to sit down, it was like something was pushing me back up. It's the strangest feeling—almost like the steps are alive."
Theories about the origin of this peculiar phenomenon abound. Some residents speculate that the steps are cursed, perhaps by a long-forgotten spell cast during the city's tumultuous past. Others believe the steps might be protected by ancient magic meant to ward off intruders or prevent vagrants from loitering. There are even whispers that the steps might be connected to a sacred burial site, possibly linked to a religious figure from before the founding of Stormwind.
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"It could be anything, really," said a local historian who wished to remain anonymous.
"Stormwind has been built and rebuilt over centuries. There's no telling what lies beneath those stones—maybe even something from the time of the city's sacking."
Despite the eerie nature of these steps, there is no evidence to suggest they pose any real danger. The repelling force, though unsettling, has not caused harm to anyone, leading some to dismiss the phenomenon as a harmless curiosity.
Yet, the mystery persists and as the legend of the cursed steps spreads, so too does the intrigue. Visitors now flock to Old Town, eager to experience the steps for themselves. They all walk away convinced they have encountered something otherworldly. Some even think the Light is involved and consider the steps holy.
"I can't explain it," said one visitor, shaking his head in bewilderment.
"You just have to try it yourself."
For now, the true nature of Old Town's cursed steps remains unknown. But in a city as ancient and storied as Stormwind, perhaps some mysteries are meant to stay unsolved.