Just like in True Bastion, the great castle of Mirage City stood atop a mountain that rose from the lake. It was both similar and different — immense, but not nearly as gargantuan as the real one, seemingly built with human hands. The ancient fortress was in a state of disrepair, but there were signs of restoration works here and there, as well as scaffolds and heavy machinery.
There were banners placed along the winding path leading to the great gates, as well:
"Mirage Castle Museum — Grand Opening Soon!"
The level of water in the lake had risen, though, so the lower docks were entirely submerged. So was a long portion of the stone steps, as well as several construction machines that had not been moved higher up the slope of the mountain in time.
There was still quite a way to go from the higher pier, though, and the gates were firmly shut.
