I like the guards as statues that come alive to kill you if you try to steal. It’s only too bad you didn’t have more space to elaborate on the life paintings. That is the interesting part. :)

Well, that’s what sequels are for. :)

Very eclectic! I would suggest you trim the first sentence a bit. The rest flows much better.

Those who venture thus far are drawn to their deaths.

Amazingly well written and perfectly crafted to fit in with the rest of the house.

The second paragraph is genius.