Diane
This article is about a character from Ultima VII. For the Ultima IV character, see Diane (U4).
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 Diane, from Ultima VII | |||||
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Diane is a stablekeeeper and famed equestrienne living in Britain during Ultima VII.
Description[edit]
Diane was bright, happy young woman who oversaw the stables in Britannia's capital. She had a clear love for her chosen profession, and had made a number of friends within the city. If questioned, she would speak briefly of those in her social circle, mentioning Greg's seeming luckiness; James' ennui; Brownie's past bid for mayor; and Mack's eccentricity. In addition to such niceties, the young woman was able to furnish the Avatar with a horse from Lord British's specially bred stock, along with an outfitted carriage.[1]
Lore[edit]
| “ | Britain boasts a great many merchants, from provisioners to tavern keepers, apothecaries to weaponsmiths, trainers to shipwrights. – from Key to the Black Gate (Ultima VII)
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Goods[edit]
Diane will make the following offer in Ultima VII:
| Goods | Cost (gp) | |
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Horse carriage | 60 |
According to the deed, one of the mounts is named "Brikbrak."[2]
Trivia[edit]
- According to technical documents for the game, Diane's portrait is based upon a person known as Diane Pena.[3]
- Diane, when speaking about James will mention that she believes he is infatuated with Cynthia – implying that she is not aware that they are, in fact, married.[4]
- Beverlea of Paws' House of Items has a rocking horse for sale which she claims was Diane's childhood toy.[5]
References[edit]
- ↑ Diane. Underworld Dragon’s Ultima VII transcript. Ultima VII. "Brownie, Greg, James, Mack, stables".
- ↑ Morris, Andrew P. Ultima VII Clue Book (Ultima VII). Origin Systems, Inc.: 1992. Pages 38–43.
- ↑ Randolph, Bill. Ultima: The Black Gate - Characters List. July 2, 1991.
- ↑ Diane. Underworld Dragon’s Ultima VII transcript. Ultima VII. "James".
- ↑ Beverlea. Underworld Dragon’s Ultima VII transcript. Ultima VII. "rocking horse".