Ascension Events & Much More
Challenge of Chaos
In the aftermath of Mahaadi’s invasion of Faethorn and a civil war between Goldenclaw and Dawnburst, the Basin of Life found itself pressed against the knife’s edge of Kethuru’s destructive power. Indeed, the Seals of Knowledge, Chaos and War had cracked, and it was time for the Trials of Ascension once more. Avechna, the Avenger revealed Himself to the First World and explained the tasks ahead, beginning, of course, with the Trial of Chaos.
All over clamoured the tiny feet of hamsters, but the one most-prized as the Purple Hamster of Chaos that switched hands time and time again. In the first moments of the Trial, Ciaran Pavok of Hallifax claimed the embodiment of Chaos; however, he was slain and such a treasure passed to the hands of Xenthos An’Ryshe. Then it went from Lerad, to Taevyn, to Lysistrata, to Malarious and Ixion. The inhabitants of the First World laid their fortresses within Vesucia Island and Spectre Isle. However, unbeknowst to all, the Hamster travelled to the Czigany Wayfaire – a momentary detour before it was claimed once more by Kalas Ixion. As the Trial grew late, more hands took hold of the Hamster, before being switched between Arimisia, Taevyn and Gero within its last moments. But at the last minute, Taevyn Ladyn of New Celest captured the rodent at the Liran road, proving that he was the Champion of Chaos! Congratulations, Taevyn Ladyn of Celest, Sealbearer of Chaos!
Challenge of Harmony
Still reeling from the battle over the Purple Hamster and the Medallion of Chaos, the mortals of the Basin of Life quickly prepared themselves for the next challenge, the Challenge of Harmony! With their words sharp, and their tongues sharper, many took to the challenge, but it was Arimisia D’Cente of Magnagora who was able to first secure the lead.
Arimisia held onto her advantage for some time until a force from the north shut her up, and Romaan of Celest put a hamper on her gains. Seeing an opportunity open before him, Mayor Steingrim of Gaudiguch seized the chance to slide ahead, aided by former Sealbearer of Harmony, Talan Ysav’rai. Steingrim and Arimisia were neck and neck for much of the Challenge, but in the end, it was Steingrim who would come ahead! Congratulations, Mayor Steingrim of Gaudiguch, Sealbearer of Harmony!
Challenge of Nature
The Challenge of Nature was a daunting, testing its contenders to their limits. An amberlight blossom was bestowed upon the challengers in the hopes they would bring the Sun’s gentle rays back to the Basin, rather than the harsh, scorching light that has ravaged it in previous years. Captured within were the voices of the Sisterhood of Morningsong, their leader Delphyne whispering of her designs for the land beyond.
Talan Ysav’rai of Gaudiguch started out strong and put a cloud of dust between her and her competition. For the longest time she was in the lead, with Aramel Shevat and Yarith Shevat far behind. Slowly others began to gain on them and then on Talan herself. It was Kalas Ixion who finally managed to overtake her and from thereon it was smooth sailing for him. Ixion was victorious and received his Medallion of Nature at the Seal of Nature. Congratulations Kalas Ixion of Magnagora, Sealbearer of Nature!
Challenge of Knowledge
Not too long after the Basin of Life was imbued with the gentle glow of amberlight blossoms, the Trial of Knowledge had begun! A quiz of great challenge – Avechna, the Avenger tested the mortals of the First World to recall even the most insignificant details about Lusternia’s history,realm, and quests.
Falmiis Shevat of Hallifax seemed well-equipped to solve the test early on, and his lead remained even against his closest competition of Kalaneya of Glmodoring. Indeed, the two were the only ones whose scores broke above 20 points. However, in the end, Falmiis emerged victorious: answering several of the most brutal questions that have been devised. As such, he was awarded the Medallion of Knowledge. Congratulations Falmiis Shevat of Hallifax, Sealbearer of Knowledge!
Challenge of Chaos
In the aftermath of Mahaadi’s invasion of Faethorn and a civil war between Goldenclaw and Dawnburst, the Basin of Life found itself pressed against the knife’s edge of Kethuru’s destructive power. Indeed, the Seals of Knowledge, Chaos and War had cracked, and it was time for the Trials of Ascension once more. Avechna, the Avenger revealed Himself to the First World and explained the tasks ahead, beginning, of course, with the Trial of Chaos.
All over clamoured the tiny feet of hamsters, but the one most-prized as the Purple Hamster of Chaos that switched hands time and time again. In the first moments of the Trial, Ciaran Pavok of Hallifax claimed the embodiment of Chaos; however, he was slain and such a treasure passed to the hands of Xenthos An’Ryshe. Then it went from Lerad, to Taevyn, to Lysistrata, to Malarious and Ixion. The inhabitants of the First World laid their fortresses within Vesucia Island and Spectre Isle. However, unbeknowst to all, the Hamster travelled to the Czigany Wayfaire – a momentary detour before it was claimed once more by Kalas Ixion. As the Trial grew late, more hands took hold of the Hamster, before being switched between Arimisia, Taevyn and Gero within its last moments. But at the last minute, Taevyn Ladyn of New Celest captured the rodent at the Liran road, proving that he was the Champion of Chaos! Congratulations, Taevyn Ladyn of Celest, Sealbearer of Chaos!.
Salvation of the Orcs
Discovering the orcs of Shallach on Spectre Isle uncovered a sly plot (for orcs) wherein they were working to establish themselves more prominently in the Basin of Life. Read more!
Return of the Pyresmith
Strange visions descended upon the citizens of the City of Gaudiguch, leading to a literal conflagration that flooded the city in fire. Thus heralded the return of the Elder God Yomoigu back to the city of pyramids. Read more!
Bane of the Ice Angels
The igasho of Icewynd hatched a plot to subvert the workings of the self-proclaimed ice angels from gaining ground. Read more!
Conquering the Mountain
After an amusing transmission sent by Perriwinkle Sweetpease, the communes of the Basin of Life reconvened the next month, in late Avechary. Butter’s husband was ready: the Song of Ail’Fae Runia was to be sung. And thus, the ingredients were sought – not, of course, after worries were abated that the Rite of hai’Gloh Zemordia would be accidentally performed. It was not, and in the end, a little fae girl stood as the Rosebearer – hoping to banish the Solar Queen once and for all. Read more!
The Path to Amberni
As the Song of Ail’Fae Runia rang throughout the Basin of Life, strengthened in some part by the higher vibrational hum of the Elemental Planes, the Solar Queen was overwhelmed. The skies of Faethorn glowed a gentle amber and twisted under the weight of ethereal magic; as if called into being by this situation, a column of golden light erupted around the Queen’s Tree. A fiery lash struck at the skies, and the Queen exhaled smoke and ash. Though free, events led to the Tree of Trees, and within the branches was discovered Amberni, plagued by the solar fae. Read more!
The Secrets of Iklara
When the Elder Goddess Ashtariel was revealed to be an unstable, twisted version of the sibling of Mysrai the Thousandfold and Zvoltz the Architect, secrets were revealed dating back to the time before the Elder Wars. A path was found to Iklara itself, a cosmic plane hollowed out by tragedy aeons ago. Read more!
Calendar
- January 1-31: Throughout the month artifacts will go on sale with diminishing returns, i.e., first person to purchase the artifact will receive a 40% discount, second person will get a 38% discount, etc. Also, gold auctions will be going on throughout the month so keep an eye out! Finally, you can purchase New Year’s Resolutions in game for 100 credits each. See RESOLUTIONS for details.
- January 1: Wild Nodes!
- January 15: Wild Nodes!
- January 21: Ascension Event: Trial of Chaos at 3:00 p.m. PST
- January 22: Ascension Event: Trial of Harmony at 4:00 p.m. PST
- January 28: Ascension Event: Trial of Nature at 3:00 p.m. PST
- January 29: Ascension Event: Trial of Knowledge at 2:00 p.m. PST
- January 29: Wild Nodes!
