How can you have a good dungeon without torture devices? I find it amusing when I read of dungeons that have no pain and misery being inflicted on any of the inhabitants. What would be the point of such a place? As an ancient Lich I take offense to such nonsense. Dungeons are painful places for those who are brought there against their will. Yet such devices tend to get ignored.
I had to do a little research on this thing you call the internet. Such magic does not exist in Zanzia. Not yet at least. I will have to work on it. But I scrounged up a few images of some important devices and techniques that I believe should be included in your dungeons in the event that some of your delvers are foolish enough to be captured alive!
Iron Maiden
One of my favorite torture devices is called the iron maiden. This wonderful device has so many uses…. But anyway it is an inexpensive tool for inflicting pain and agony. So you should get one….or perhaps two…you cannot be too careful.
The iron maiden picture above is a fine example. Check out the look on that guys face as he is being put into the box. Priceless! Below is another image. Unfortunately….it is unoccupied. That will change soon I am sure.
The Rack
I had a little more trouble finding good free images for this excellent tool for the extraction of information. To be honest, Iron Maidens, rarely extract much information. Usually once the person is put in the box they are not talking very much. But the rack is different. You have much more time to talk while you are stretching the person.
Dismemberment
Dismemberment is also a valuable technique. While it is not torture per se it is good entertainment. And it can be torture if done properly and with loving care.
Burning Alive
And lastly…..for those of you too cheap to buy good tools….. there is always fire.
Whatever torture devices that you choose be sure to include some or all of these techniques and tools in your next dungeon. You will not regret it.
