THE KARYA DUNGEONS: A DESCENT INTO THE DARKNESS

dun·geon (noun)
1: the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress
2: a dark cell (usually underground) where prisoners can be confined
(Source: WordNet ® 2.0, © 2003 Princeton University)

Unforgiving and enveloping darkness. This is the eerie atmosphere that pervades within a dungeon. It is here that a castle's defenders make their final stand against the onslaught of invaders. During relatively peaceful times, the dungeon also served as the holding cell for a kingdom's enemies and other outcasts. Clearly, doing time in a dungeon was no medieval picnic.

Fast forward to modern times and the dungeon would again earn prominence, this time in the world of online role playing games. This observation could be best gleaned in the realms of Tantra. Boasting of two equally formidable dungeons (the Mandara and Shambala), these dual citadels serves to test the mettle of every gamer who dares to explore the depths of darkness. Powerful and malevolent monsters (and the occasional bosses) stand ready to slay all trespassers. The risks are truly enormous, yet the rewards are infinitely satisfying for every successful foray into the dungeon.

As if the Mandara and Shambala dungeons were not challenges enough, a third dungeon has been added to give Tantra fanatics more mind-blowing thrills and adventures. Make way for the Karya dungeons - the latest game enhancement which boasts of even more powerful monsters, bosses and higher experience points. Unlike the Mandara and Shambala dungeons, it offers three level-specific dungeons namely the Beginner's Dungeon (lvl 30-45), Expert's Dungeon (lvl 46-61) and the Master's Dungeon (lvl 62 and above).

For now, the Karya dungeons will only be opened for one hour on specified days and corresponding fees will be charged (50,000 rupiahs for Beginner's, 150,000 rupiahs for Expert's and 250,000 ruphias for Master's) for every passage to the dungeons. New rules and guidelines will be implemented as soon as all the details are finalized. To get more info on the Karya dungeons, please refer to the other sections of this microsite or regularly visit www.tantra.ph and forums.tantra.ph for all the latest updates.

Calling all level 30+ gamers! Be not afraid and explore the Karya Dungeons as it promises to be a worthwhile and rewarding venture. Yes, even a descent into the depths of darkness can sometimes turn out to be one illuminating journey…