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===General===
==General==
*From the writings of [[Lemnal]]
*The 5 tasks are described in the writings of [[Lemnal]].
*Featured in murals in the Grand Atrium of [[Ascendancy Point]]
*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===
==The Tasks==
*Navigating the [[Maze of Stars]]  
*Navigating the [[Maze of Stars]]  
*Stealing the apple from the jaws of the giant crocodile  
*Stealing the apple from the jaws of the giant crocodile  
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===References===
==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 [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perseids Perseids].
 
 
==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]]" {{WaybackS1|www.perplexcitysentinel.com/archives/2006/01/iona_interviews_13.html}}

Latest revision as of 22:23, 11 May 2007

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