After passing through yet another hallway, you reach a rectangular chamber littered with broken pillars and pedestals.
In the middle of the chamber, curled up to a cuddly pile and currently asleep, lies a massive Sphinx, with fur and feathers as black as the deepest abyss and a mane of bright, hot flame that is constantly radiating intense heat.
◊ The Sphinx wears several golden amulets around its neck, and clutches a rectangular stone slab tightly in its front paws...
edited 2nd Jun '17 7:04:01 PM by LeChuck4
(@Albert)Sphinx: ...you know, that's an excellent idea actually. I was hoping to just get some conversation out of you guys for it at least, but having you solve a riddle sounds even more entertaining! Thank you!
(@Okita)Sphinx: W-why? Do you not like Riddles?
edited 2nd Jun '17 7:31:48 PM by LeChuck4

As you walk through the door, a great heat and dry air slams right into your faces. Move on regardless?
edited 2nd Jun '17 6:46:55 PM by LeChuck4