diff --git a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/Dungeon.java b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/Dungeon.java
index cf28b0f45..cf6e517f7 100644
--- a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/Dungeon.java
+++ b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/Dungeon.java
@@ -71,9 +71,8 @@ public class Dungeon {
 		"Almost all equipment has a strength requirement. Don't overestimate your strength, using equipment you can't " +
                 "handle has big penalties!\n\nRaising your strength is not the only way to access better equipment, " +
                 "you can also lower equipment strength requirements with Scrolls of Upgrade.\n\n\n" +
-                "Items you find in the dungeon will often be unidentified, each potion/scroll/ring/wand will have a" +
-                "different look each game, and equipment can be upgraded or degraded and cursed. Using an " +
-                "item for long enough will identify it. Unidentified items are unpredictable, so be careful!",
+                "Items found in the dungeon will often be unidentified. Some items will have unknown effects, others " +
+                "may be upgraded, or degraded and cursed! Unidentified items are unpredictable, so be careful!",
 		"Charging forward recklessly is a great way to get killed.\n\n" +
                 "Slowing down a bit to examine enemies and use the environment and items to your advantage can make a" +
                 " big difference.\n\nThe dungeon is full of traps and hidden passageways as well, keep your eyes open!",
@@ -84,7 +83,7 @@ public class Dungeon {
                 "\n\nAny attack on an unaware opponent is guaranteed to hit them.",
 			
 		"Note to all sewer maintenance & cleaning crews: TURN BACK NOW. Some sort of sludge monster has made its home" +
-                " here and several crews have taken heavy losses trying to deal with it.\n\n" +
+                " here and several crews have been lost trying to deal with it.\n\n" +
                 "Approval has been given to seal off the lower sewers, this area has been condemned, LEAVE NOW.",
 		
 		"Pixel-Mart - all you need for successful adventure!",
diff --git a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/scenes/IntroScene.java b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/scenes/IntroScene.java
index 61fbd8e05..56a23f592 100644
--- a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/scenes/IntroScene.java
+++ b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/scenes/IntroScene.java
@@ -23,14 +23,13 @@ import com.shatteredpixel.shatteredpixeldungeon.windows.WndStory;
 public class IntroScene extends PixelScene {
 
 	private static final String TEXT =
-		"Ever since the fall of the Dwarven Metropolis below, this place has been more of a dungeon than a trade route. " +
-        "Many heroes of all kinds have ventured into the dungeon before you from the human city above. Some of them " +
+        "Many heroes have ventured into the dungeon before you from the city above. Some " +
         "have returned with treasures and magical artifacts, most have never been heard from again.\n\n" +
-        "None, however, have dared to venture all the way down and retrieved the Amulet of Yendor, " +
-        "which is said to be hidden in the depths. Others speak of a mad dwarvern king who’s desire for power " +
-        "awoke an ancient evil. Even now dark energy radiates from the dungeon, slowly making its way up into the city.\n\n" +
-        "You’re not sure how true the stories are, but you consider yourself ready for the challenge. Most importantly, " +
-        "you feel that fortune smiles upon you. It’s time to start your own adventure in Pixel Dungeon!";
+        "None, however, have ventured to the bottom and retrieved the Amulet of Yendor, " +
+        "which is said to be guarded by an ancient evil in the depths. " +
+        "Even now dark energy radiates from below, making its way up into the city.\n\n" +
+        "You consider yourself ready for the challenge. Most importantly, " +
+        "you feel that fortune smiles upon you. It's time to start your own adventure!";
 	
 	@Override
 	public void create() {
diff --git a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/windows/WndStory.java b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/windows/WndStory.java
index becaae194..ea8bf12b2 100644
--- a/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/windows/WndStory.java
+++ b/src/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/windows/WndStory.java
@@ -47,9 +47,9 @@ public class WndStory extends Window {
 	static {
 		CHAPTERS.put( ID_SEWERS, 
 		"The Dungeon lies right beneath the City, its upper levels actually constitute the City's sewer system.\n\n " +
-        "As dark magic has slowly seeped from below the usually harmless sewer inhabitants have become more and more " +
-        "dangerous. The city sends guard patrols down here regularly to try and maintain safety for those above, but " +
-        "they are slowly failing.\n\n This place is dangerous, but a least the dark magic at work here is relatively weak." );
+        "As dark energy has crept up from below the usually harmless sewer creatures have become more and more " +
+        "dangerous. The city sends guard patrols down here to try and maintain safety for those above, but " +
+        "they are slowly failing.\n\n This place is dangerous, but a least the evil magic at work here is weak." );
 		
 		CHAPTERS.put( ID_PRISON, 
 		"Many years ago an underground prison was built here for the most dangerous criminals. At the time it seemed " +