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==General== | ==General== | ||
* | *The 5 tasks are described in the writings of [[Lemnal]]. | ||
* | *They are featured in murals in the Grand Atrium of [[Ascendancy Point]]. | ||
*Ancient murals are located half-buried at the [[Newguard Ruins]]. | |||
*Madna is described as having a "suffering face" in these ancient murals. | |||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
*[http://www.ascendancypoint.com/visitors.html Ascendancy Point] | *[http://www.ascendancypoint.com/visitors.html Ascendancy Point] | ||
*article, 12-JAN-06 "[[Iona Rodie|Iona]] Interviews... [[Dale Robarding]]" ([http://www.perplexcitysentinel.com/archives/2006/01/iona_interviews_13.html link]) | |||
Revision as of 01:01, 13 January 2006
General
- The 5 tasks are described in the writings of Lemnal.
- They are featured in murals in the Grand Atrium of Ascendancy Point.
- Ancient murals are located half-buried at the Newguard Ruins.
- Madna is described as having a "suffering face" in these ancient murals.
The Tasks
- Navigating the Maze of Stars
- Stealing the apple from the jaws of the giant crocodile
- Filling the Mazy River using a jug
- Slaying the bird-headed demon Rifvar
- Outwitting Losik, the trickster, in a wrestling match
Also of Note
- "Madna's Tears" is an annual meteor shower event.
- The tears have shaped Perplex City folklore and science for centuries.
- The meteor shower occurs mid to early August, with a highpoint at August 12th.
- Best viewing occurs between 10pm and 4am, at locations away from the bright lights of the city.
- Madna's Tears have been likened to Earth's Perseids.
References
- Ascendancy Point
- article, 12-JAN-06 "Iona Interviews... Dale Robarding" (link)
