The Dunklort Report

## Citation 30

An issue has been brought to the attention of the honorable city council relating to "worrying matters in our territory" (citations 27-28). Multiple (17 included, citations 6-22) resident reports have detailed strange occurrences in a castle near the Steckenburg outskirts. The castle, reportedly owned by a deceased nobility "Verruckter van Dunklort" was previously thought abandoned after the last owner’s death (citations 4-5). Among the reports from attempted homebuyers (as well as trespassers and squatters) is a consistent mention of some form of "scary creature" and being "teleported away." Common rumors speculate the property is "haunted" (citation 23). Other relevant reports included for clarity (citations 24-26).

An investigation unit consisting of [ 1 ] qualified persons (citations 1-3) has been employed to explore and resolve the issue to free the property up for future patronage (citation 29).

## Citation 40

The investigation unit entered the "Castle of van Dunklort" at 2100 hours.

Initial inspection of the premises showed the property in good conditions; very few items or structures were damaged or dirtied.

Majority of premises in low light conditions with no signs of candles or bioluminescent matter used recently.

No signs of waste were found on the premises.

Within the castle can be found many sculptures depicting gridmoid cyclopes. The material and depicted characters seem foreign in origin.

Above observations are supported by photograph evidence (citations 31-37).

During a search of the premises, the investigator began to hear what seemed to be an unfamiliar instrument being played in a separate room. The room in question had yet to be searched. The investigator has provided phonographic evidence to support their observation (citation 38).

The investigator attempted to look into the source of the noise by approaching the room it was coming from. Upon opening the door, the investigator witnessed what appeared to be a silhouetted humanoid figure dancing around the room. The investigator has provided a rough illustration of the unknown person (citation 39-1), whom this report will refer to as "Jorj Doe".

The investigator observed that Jorj Doe appeared to be the source of the noise. The investigator also observed that Jorj Doe appeared to have a light radiating from their head. No others were observed in the room.

The investigator was unable to photograph Jorj Doe. Jorj Doe quickly took notice of the investigator and acted suddenly. Jorj Doe’s appearance seemed to change into that of a round monster with a singular large eye and an open mouth full of sharp teeth (citation 39-2). Immediately following this, the investigator fell into some sort of hollow black sphere. After a few seconds, the sphere opened up and the investigator found herself outside the walls of the castle.

The investigator left the premises and began to formulate her report.

The investigation unit believes that Jorj Doe is the source of not only the condition of the "Castle of van Dunklort," but also the circumstances reported concerning the property. Initial observations indicate some sort of disguise, which is misconstrued as a "scary creature" by others, as well as an elaborate trap door system to quickly move the affected, which may come across as "teleportation". This explanation gives rationale for the testimony given in previous reports (citations 6-22, 30).

The investigator managed to observe almost all known rooms of the castle. The state of the premises implies recent occupation and maintenance, yet without evidence of a person left behind. The investigator speculates the evidence either must have been disposed of in an unknown separate location, or is located within the few remaining rooms. The investigation unit believes that the lack of candles is due to Jorj Doe’s glowing head.

The investigator noted no other person besides herself and Jorj Doe. The investigator believes that Jorj Doe is the sole occupant of the premises.

The investigation unit will return to the "Castle of van Dunklort" at a later date for further observations.

## Citation 50

Three days after the finalization of the previous observation document (citation 40) the investigation unit entered the "Castle of van Dunklort" once more at 1700 hours. The investigation unit came prepared with equipment rented and approved by the Steckenberg Office of Defense (citation 41).

Initial observations of the premises show its state mostly unchanged from the encounter detailed in the previous observation document. Some areas appear cleaner than before, and some objects appear to have been placed in slightly different locations. It is the belief of the investigation unit that in the time between encounters Jorj Doe’s only actions regarding the castle were cleaning and rearranging furniture.

Above observations are supported by photograph evidence (citations 42-45).

The investigator did not hear the same noise as before.

The investigator continued her search with the room where she encountered Jorj Doe. During the search, Jorj Doe leapt at investigator Money from an unknown location with the monster disguise. The investigator momentarily fainted and fell onto the floor. It should be noted investigator Money suffers from erythrocytopenia (citation 46). The investigator quickly came to with Jorj Doe beside her. Jorj Doe expressed regret for his recent actions. The investigator attempted to communicate with Jorj Doe, but was unsuccessful. The investigator left the premises on her own. Investigator Money checked herself into the Steckenburg Health Institution at 1900 hours the same night, where it was found she had a minor head injury (citation 47).

The investigator later transcribed the conversation that took place between herself and Jorj Doe (citation 49). This encounter allowed the investigator to more clearly identify Jorj Doe. Jorj Doe appeared to be a dark-haired individual wearing several masks. An illustration is provided based on her description (citation 48). Illustration was not produced by the investigator.

The investigation unit will return to the "Castle of van Dunklort" at a later date for questioning and serving writ to Jorj Doe.

## Citation 49

JORJ DOE: Oh no, oh no, oh no. (continues)

INVESTIGATOR: Excuse me.

JORJ DOE: You’re awake? Are you okay? Can you hear me?

INVESTIGATOR: I am fine.

JORJ DOE: Oh, thank goodness.

(There is silence.)

INVESTIGATOR: What are you doing?

JORJ DOE: I’m sorry. Are you going to be okay?

INVESTIGATOR: I will be fine. This happens sometimes.

JORJ DOE: Oh, saw... What were you doing here? Why do you have a rope?

INVESTIGATOR: I am an investigator employed by the City Council of Steckenburg.

JORJ DOE: I can’t understand what you’re saying. Are you sure you’re okay? Please put the rope down.

INVESTIGATOR: I will return later.

JORJ DOE: What? Oh, you’re leaving? Okay. Goodbye.

## Citation 52

INVESTIGATOR: Hello.

MURA CERONIUS: Hi. You’re back? Sorry for before.

INVESTIGATOR: There is no need to apologize. I’m an official investigator here on behalf of the Steckenburg City Council. I have some questions for you.

MURA CERONIUS: Sure, anything.

INVESTIGATOR: First, what is your name?

MURA CERONIUS: Mura Ceronius. And what’s your name?

INVESTIGATOR: Money.

MURA CERONIUS: Money?

INVESTIGATOR: Yes. Do you have any objections with me writing that name on official Steckenberg documents? Your right to concealment may be forfeited regardless if you are found guilty of wrongdoing.

MURA CERONIUS: That’s fine.

INVESTIGATOR: Very well.

MURA CERONIUS: Are you saying I’m in trouble for making you collapse?

INVESTIGATOR: It’s not about that, no. It is my understanding you may have violated local regulations regarding breach of peace and illegal occupation.

MURA CERONIUS: Really?

INVESTIGATOR: Yes. May I ask how long you’ve taken residence in this castle?

MURA CERONIUS: Quite a few years.

INVESTIGATOR: I see. This castle seems to be in good condition, that’s your doing?

MURA CERONIUS: Yes.

INVESTIGATOR: Alright. Over the years the Steckenburg City Council has received several reports of anyone who comes here encountering a peculiar "monster" and promptly being "teleported" off the premises. It is my belief that you are the cause of this.

MURA CERONIUS: Is that so?

INVESTIGATOR: Yes. I’m to understand you use a monster disguise to scare people?

MURA CERONIUS: Disguise? Oh. Yes. Disguise. You’re right.

INVESTIGATOR: You should be more careful with that.

MURA CERONIUS: I’m really sorry.

INVESTIGATOR: I’m also to understand there is some sort of trap door system within the castle used to transport people off the premises?

MURA CERONIUS: No. I don’t think so.

INVESTIGATOR: Then, how exactly do people end up quickly moved away?

(There is silence.)

MURA CERONIUS: Do I have to answer?

INVESTIGATOR: If you know, I would prefer you do. But all I would require for my report is whether or not you’re responsible for it.

MURA CERONIUS: Then, I am responsible. I would prefer not to explain.

INVESTIGATOR: Very well.

MURA CERONIUS: Was I not allowed to do that?

INVESTIGATOR: This property was seized by the City Council of Steckenburg following a period after the death of its former owner. The former owner was not found to have left a will and testament regarding ownership of the castle. By living here you’re guilty by self admission of illegal occupation. By trying to ward off others you are guilty by self admission of breach of peace.

MURA CERONIUS: No, that can’t be right. I’m the owner of this castle.

INVESTIGATOR: I don’t believe that’s true. I am certain there is no record of a "Mura Ceronius" owning this property. And I am certain the last recorded owner was one "Verruckter van Dunklort."

MURA CERONIUS: Well, I knew the man who last lived in this castle. Before he died he gave this place to me.

INVESTIGATOR: I see. I wouldn’t suppose you have any legal document proving this? I can’t simply take your word for it. Let alone the city council.

MURA CERONIUS: I do, actually. Please wait here?

## Citation 55

THE FOLLOWING IS A PRELIMINARY OBSERVATION REPORT; TO BE ATTACHED TO FINAL OBSERVATION REPORT WHEN COMPLETED (PENDING).

Four days after the finalization of the previous observation document (citation 50), the investigation unit entered the "Castle of van Dunklort" once more at 1300 hours.

Immediately upon entry the investigator encountered the unknown person dubbed "Jorj Doe" in previous reports (citations 39, 40, 48, 49, 50). The investigator quickly produced a photograph of the subject (citation 51). During conversation with the investigator, "Jorj Doe" identified himself as "Mura Ceronius." Mura Ceronius has given a confession as being the source of disturbances reported regarding the "Castle of van Dunklort" (citations 6-23, 25, 27-30), affirming the theories of investigator Money. Mura Ceronius argues it within his right to repel trespassers through nonviolent means due to being the rightful owner of the "Castle of van Dunklort." Mura Ceronius backs up his claim to rightful ownership of the property with what appears to be a last will and testament written by Verruckter van Dunklort (citation 54). Mura Ceronius was also able to provide a second piece of undocumented handwriting from Verruckter van Dunklort addressed to himself, seemingly to corroborate the claim (citation 55). The investigator halted serving writ and arrest procedures to have the handwriting analyzed to verify the authenticity of the testament.

The investigator provided a transcript of her conversations with Mura Ceronius (citation 52-53).

## Citation 60

A CONTINUATION OF PREVIOUS REPORT.
An alleged last will and testament written by Verruckter van Dunklort (citation 54, 55) provided by Mura Ceronius (citation 56) was analyzed for comparison alongside known signatures (citation 57). The analysis showed a perfect match. No evidence of forgery could be produced.

The investigation unit concludes that Mura Ceronius’ claim to ownership of the "Castle of van Dunklort" is valid, yet simply went unrecognized. The lack of recognition was due to incomplete records on the part of the Steckenberg Office of Investigation and Mura Ceronius’ own unfamiliarity with standard procedure.

The investigator in charge assisted Mura Ceronius through the legal procedure to obtain a new deed of ownership. The new deed of ownership was officiated with investigator Money present for the proceeding (citation 58). A photograph confirming the offication and investigator Money’s presence is included (citation 59).

Nothing further to report. Concluding document will be provided.