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  • Where To Find A Majestic Beast Of Lore In Anno 117 Solving

    Where To Find A Majestic Beast Of Lore In Anno 117 Solving

    As a new leader in Anno 117: Pax Romana, it’s important to make a good impression on your rivals to avoid losing trade opportunities, breaking alliances, or facing attacks. Whenever you get a chance to build a positive relationship with a rival, you should take it.

    A special mission will pop up as you play, giving you a chance to do just that. If you’re wondering how to satisfy the self-made king, Athr Iorgwyn, here’s what you need to know about completing the Beast Of Lore quest in Anno 117: Pax Romana.

    How to Complete the Beast Of Lore Quest

    When the Beast Of Lore quest appears unexpectedly as you build your city on Juliana, you might be unsure of what it means. What does Athr Iorgwyn mean when he asks for a mythical creature? How can you satisfy him if the creature may not even exist? Luckily, the answer is already in your ship or trading post inventory.

    The Brazen Bull is a quest item you find while excavating ruins on Juliana. You come across it when you dig up ruins by chance. These ruins are scattered across the island, mainly to the northeast, near the foot of the mountains by the river.

    Keep in mind:
    You’ll find some valuable items in the ruins you uncover on Juliana. Hold onto them because you might need them later.

    These ruins are among the first you encounter when expanding your settlement. Removing them takes a lot of resources and effort, but once cleared, you get some resources back and the Brazen Bull.

    How to Find and Use the Brazen Bull

    Once you have the Brazen Bull, the next step involves presenting it to the king. Later in the game, as your relationship with Albion’s ruler Athr Iorgwyn improves, he will ask you for “a majestic beast.” Showing him such a magnificent creature will boost your standing.

    To complete the quest, place the Brazen Bull on your ship and sail to Athr Iorgwyn’s lighthouse. When you arrive, select the lighthouse and agree to give him the bull. After doing so, the Brazen Bull will be removed from your inventory, and your relationship with the king will get better.

  • Completing Oblivion’s Quirks: Bethesda’s Lore Expert on Solving Mysteries

    Completing Oblivion’s Quirks: Bethesda’s Lore Expert on Solving Mysteries

    Cyrodiil was quite different before Oblivion was released in 2006. The Pocket Guide to the Empire described it as an “endless jungle.” In the East, socialites wore “garish costumes, bizarre tapestries, tattoos, branding, and elaborate ceremonies,” while the Colovians in the West preferred “immaculate uniforms.”

    The heart of the Empire was said to have many cults, including those worshipping the Ancestor-Moth, Heroes, Tiber Septim, and Emperor Zero. Villagers sent their dead down rivers on paper boats, and homes featured Akavari designs. Dragons reportedly flew over the Imperial City while the Emperor looked down from the towers on the walls.

    Thousands of workers cultivated rice fields after flooding and cleaned up the jungle during dry seasons.

    However, when Oblivion launched after 12 years, we saw a different Cyrodiil. It was filled with wide plains and mountains, influenced by Roman culture and fantasy elements. The “endless jungle” was gone, and the only cult of significance was the villainous Mythic Dawn.

    Many were surprised by the sharp contrast between the Cyrodiil from earlier games and the one they experienced in Oblivion, including lore master Kurt Kuhlmann. In an interview on YouTube, he mentioned returning “during the end of pre-production” after world-building was finished. He and designer Michael Kirkbridge originally envisioned “a much weirder place than what you see in Oblivion.”

    The Lord Of The Rings Completely Changed Oblivion Lore

    Kuhlmann, who joined Bethesda alongside Michael Kirkbride in 1996, remembered how he drew inspiration from “Dune vibes and the Dark Crystal vibes” while working on Morrowind, one of the most unique fantasy RPGs ever. He and Kirkbride also wrote the Pocket Guide during Redguard’s development, which was distributed as a physical booklet with the game.

    Though he left the series in 1998 during Morrowind’s pre-production, he contributed several in-game books in 2001, earning a “special thanks” credit. Kuhlmann and Kirkbride laid the groundwork for much of The Elder Scrolls’ lore, but when Kuhlmann returned in 2003 for Oblivion, things had changed. He attributes this shift to the popularity of The Lord of the Rings and the fact that Todd Howard preferred simpler stories.

    Kuhlmann has no hard feelings towards Howard or the changes. He stated, “If you’re in charge of spending all this money and want your studio to last and pay salaries, you have to create a successful commercial product.” He acknowledged that while Skyrim wasn’t “all that weird,” it did have “more dark corners than Oblivion.”

    Still, many fans can’t help but miss the Cyrodiil that could have been.

  • James Mangold’s Dawn Of The Jedi Will Bypass Star Wars Lore

    James Mangold’s Dawn Of The Jedi Will Bypass Star Wars Lore

    James Mangold is embracing the phrase, “A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away,” by creating a narrative that explores the Star Wars universe thousands of years prior to the Skywalker Saga in his upcoming film, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi.

    As the director of Dawn of the Jedi, Mangold is eager to craft a unique tale alongside his co-writer, Beau Willimon.

    “For me, the crucial element is having the freedom to create something entirely original,” Mangold shared in a recent chat with MovieWeb. “Beau and I have been working on a script related to Star Wars, and we’re excited to see where it takes us.”

    Recent Star Wars films have encountered challenges when it comes to integrating legacy characters and intricate franchise lore. However, Mangold aims to keep his prequel, set in a distant era, relatively detached from established lore.

    “The Star Wars movie is set to occur 25,000 years before any recognizable Star Wars installments,” Mangold explained. “This is an area and a realm that has intrigued me since my teenage years. I prefer not to be constrained by excessive lore to the point where it becomes restrictive and pleases no one.”

    Cover art for the Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi comic book series by John Ostrander and Jan Duursema.
    Dark Horse Comics

    Lucasfilm first unveiled Mangold’s Dawn of the Jedi during the 2023 Star Wars Celebration Europe IV. Alongside this project, two other films were announced: one directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy featuring Daisy Ridley’s Rey Skywalker, and another by Lucasfilm’s Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni. At this point, none of the films have set release dates. Although the Rey Skywalker film was initially intended to debut in December 2026, Disney has since replaced it on the calendar with Ice Age 6.

    The next cinematic entry in the Star Wars franchise will be Jon Favreau’s The Mandalorian & Grogu, scheduled to hit theaters on May 22, 2026.

  • Complete Guide to Lore Columns on Ambrosia Island in Mythwrecked

    Complete Guide to Lore Columns on Ambrosia Island in Mythwrecked

    In Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, you’ll encounter eight unique Greek gods who are lost and without their powers or memories. It’s up to Alex, who’s stuck on the island, to use her vacation to uncover secrets and help reunite these ancient beings.

    There’s plenty of work ahead, and not every resident will trust you right away. Athena is a significant figure, and her tower is protected by guards. You can access it, but only if you show your worth. Here’s what you need to know to befriend Athena and help recover her memories in Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island.

    Unlocking Athena


    To unlock Athena, you need to max out your friendship with Hermes. This will give you Hermes’ soulstone, which you can place in the Gaia Cavern.

    Approaching the tower prematurely will result in the guards firing lasers at you!

    Once you place the stone, Athena will message you about deactivating the guards on the bridge, allowing you to cross. Go ahead and enter her tower to start your conversation with Athena and begin helping her recover her memories.

    Athena Friendship Level One

    Your first meeting with Athena requires building trust. She will provide you with a special sapphire lens to interpret lore columns throughout the island. This lens works only on columns topped with a blue gem.

    Check your map to see the lore columns marked with their corresponding colors!

    Below are all the sapphire lore column locations, including their locations and the stories they unlock in your inventory:

    Story Name

    Location

    “Protector of Strangers” Myth

    Near the ladder on the southwestern beach, close to the ground entrance of Athena’s tower.

    “Helper of Heroes” Myth

    In the temple courtyard, head southeast to find this column in a corner.

    “Fit for a Queen” Myth

    Located inside Hephaestus’ workshop.

    “The Unloved God” Myth

    At the end of the ramp next to the plots in Ares’ Orchard.

    “Three Brothers” Myth

    Directly southeast of the portal hub outside the temple.

    After you translate each of the columns, return to Athena. The next step is collecting her specific mementos to help her remember her lost past.

    Here’s a list of the mementos you need to gather and where to find them:

    Memento Name

    Location

    Cartography Tools

    At the western section of the temple, dig at the exposed corner to the right before reaching Aphrodite’s Gardens.

    Arithmetic Set

    From the Cloud Atrium, go down the ramp on the eastern side of the sun lounge. The memento is under the barrels.

    Apothecary Case

    On the southeastern beach, between the staircase and the lightning statue, you can uncover this memento.

    Bring everything back to Athena to reach friendship level one and restore some of her memories.

    Athena Friendship Level Two

    To advance to the next level with Athena, you need to use the opal lens to decipher all the yellow lore columns. Just like before, they’re marked on your map with a yellow gem above them.

    Below are the opal lore column locations:

    Story Name

    Location

    “Contest of Gifts” Myth

    Right in front of your lighthouse, just before the stairs.

    “Love and War” Myth

    Near the entrance to Aphrodite’s Gardens from the temple.

    “Opposites Attract” Myth

    Within Aphrodite’s Gardens, next to the portal.

    “A Love Lost” Myth

    In the western section of the Gaia Cavern.

    “An Unlikely Friendship” Myth

    Inside Ares’ tent.

    After translating all the columns, it’s time to search for Athena’s lost memento. Fortunately, there’s only one to find this time! However, your radar cannot locate it.

    Instead, acquire the Unopened Invitation by talking to Poseidon. You’ll need to trade 50 ambrosia fruit for it, then present this to Athena to reach friendship level two and get closer to maximizing your bond.

    Athena Friendship Level Three

    The final steps to maxing out your friendship with Athena are similar to the previous levels. You’ll need to use the ruby lens to translate the remaining red lore columns. Here’s where to find them:

    Story Name

    Location

    “Let the Games Begin” Myth

    On the southeastern beaches, up the ramp beyond the barrels.

    “Release the Cetus” Myth

    In Flotsam’s Harbor, to the right of Poseidon’s boat.

    “Brains Versus Brawn” Myth

    North of the Underworld entrance, opposite the wind turbine.

    “Queen’s Justice” Myth

    Within Zeus and Hera’s bedroom.

    “Leader of Souls” Myth

    In the Underworld, to the left of the ramp leading to Hades’ chambers.

    Following this, you’ll need to locate the final set of mementos for Athena. Here’s the information you need and where to find each:

    Memento Name

    Location

    Anchovy Paste

    Next to the Amazon statue that holds the Golden Bow.

    Forget-Me-Nots

    On the northeastern beach, in a bag next to the statue with the Golden Shield.

    Mandrake Root

    Underneath Cerberus’ paw in the Underworld.

    Once you deliver the last items to Athena, she’ll reward you with her soulstone as a token of gratitude! You can place this in the Gaia Cavern, moving you one step closer to unraveling the island’s mysteries.

    What Can You Trade Ambrosia Fruit For With Athena?


    Browsing Athena's stock of reports.

    You can exchange ambrosia fruit with Athena for reports that will be added to your Ambrosidex as lore entries. Each book costs a different amount of fruit. Here’s a list of the books you can get:

    Book Title

    Cost

    “The Frozen North” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Desert Mirage” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Mist Folk” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Songs of the Sea” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Spider’s Web” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Isle of Apples” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Celestial Court” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Feathered Serpent” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit

    “Holy Mountain” Report

    10 Ambrosia Fruit