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[[Hugo Fairweather]] was holding a scientific gathering to share his deciphering of the journal of [[Mad Tongue Murphy]], who was said to discover a mysterious island. The journal, which was written in text similar to [[Tyrannia]]n, has finally been translated after the discovery of a tablet containing a passage in two forms of Tyrannian | [[Hugo Fairweather]] was holding a scientific gathering to share his deciphering of the journal of [[Mad Tongue Murphy]], who was said to discover a mysterious island. The journal, which was written in text similar to [[Tyrannia]]n, has finally been translated after the discovery of a tablet containing a passage in two forms of Tyrannian by his daughter [[Lilian Fairweather]]. Hugo used the passage in the form of Tyrannian he knew to learn the second language. With his findings, he determined to start a journey to find the island based on the writings of the journal. He was joined by [[Roxton A. Colchester III]], who relished the thought of discovering a new land, while most others condemned his actions as insanity. | ||
When they went to find a ship to sail them to their destination, they were directed to [[Captain Rourke]] by a [[Pirate]] [[Shoyru]], who said he would be the only one who would take such a dangerous task. Even Captain Rourke had misgivings, but with the encouragement of a large bag of [[Neopoints]], offered the services of his ship, the SS Primella. Gathering at the ship the following morning, Rourke noted the red sky and feared a storm coming. His confidence in Hugo's ability to navigate them to the island in the journal was shaken when the absent-minded Professor couldn't find his glasses above his eyes, but set sail all the same. | When they went to find a ship to sail them to their destination, they were directed to [[Captain Rourke]] by a [[Pirate]] [[Shoyru]], who said he would be the only one who would take such a dangerous task. Even Captain Rourke had misgivings, but with the encouragement of a large bag of [[Neopoints]], offered the services of his ship, the SS Primella. Gathering at the ship the following morning, Rourke noted the red sky and feared a storm coming. His confidence in Hugo's ability to navigate them to the island in the journal was shaken when the absent-minded Professor couldn't find his glasses above his eyes, but they set sail all the same. | ||
Aboard the SS Primella, Roxton started a conversation with Lilian, who mentioned their could be a plant similar to the ''crysophyllum munusa'', whose fruit has healing properties, on the island based on the drawings she saw in the journal. Behind them, [[Werther]], despite his best efforts, failed to balance | Aboard the SS Primella, Roxton started a conversation with Lilian, who mentioned their could be a plant similar to the ''crysophyllum munusa'', whose fruit has healing properties, on the island based on the drawings she saw in the journal. Behind them, [[Werther]], despite his best efforts, failed to balance a stack of boxes on his head, and ploughed into a barrel, in which [[Scrap]], a stowaway, was hiding. Explaining he sneaked onto the boat to escape from a crime he didn't commit, Rourke was about to throw him into the brig before Roxton intervened, saying they had no time to be returning to mainland now that they were on their way, and he would take full responsibility for Scrap. Rourke would only allow it if Scrap paid for his trip by cleaning up the SS Primella, which he did. With Scrap now part of their expedition, Rourke focused on the coming storm. | ||
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Morning dawned, and the crew found themselves washed up onto the very island their sought, the storm having finally subsided. The ship was dashed against the rocks, and after some debate, the Captain resolved to remain and do his best to piece together what was left, while the others - excluding Scrap, who the Captain snatched up to help him - went to explore the island. | Morning dawned, and the crew found themselves washed up onto the very island their sought, the storm having finally subsided. The ship was dashed against the rocks, and after some debate, the Captain resolved to remain and do his best to piece together what was left, while the others - excluding Scrap, who the Captain snatched up to help him - went to explore the island. | ||
As they left, the Captain threatened that he would leave once his ship was repaired at the slightest hint of danger, but Scrap | As they left, the Captain threatened that he would leave once his ship was repaired at the slightest hint of danger, but Scrap told Lilian he would prevent him from leaving until the Proffesor's party had returned. | ||
They moved through the thick plant life with initial caution for what strange creatures may reside in the island, but danger or not, as Lilian spotted the rare plant from the journal, she ran forward, Roxton and company chasing after her, and straight into a [[Ravenous Monster]]. | They moved through the thick plant life with initial caution for what strange creatures may reside in the island, but danger or not, as Lilian spotted the rare plant from the journal, she ran forward, Roxton and company chasing after her, and straight into a [[Ravenous Monster]]. | ||
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*The use of a book that will be filled as the plot progresses is a similar plot device to that used in the [[Altador Plot]]. | *The use of a book that will be filled as the plot progresses is a similar plot device to that used in the [[Altador Plot]]. | ||
*On the second page of the first comic, [[Garin]], [[Jacques]], [[Linae]] and [[Bruno]] can be seen in the background of the pub. Garin, notably, has his earrings in his right ear, which is likely to be an artist's mistake. | *On the second page of the first comic, [[Garin]], [[Jacques]], [[Linae]] and [[Bruno]] can be seen in the background of the pub. Garin, notably, has his earrings in his right ear, which is likely to be an artist's mistake. | ||
*In the background of the | *In the background of the pub in the first comic, there is a painting similar to the [[Wikipedia:Dogs Playing Poker|Dogs Playing Poker]] series. | ||
*An error would sometimes occur if the user left the ''Clean the Deck!'' puzzle before it was finished, and start over from the smallest grid. Refreshing the page brought the user back to the latest puzzle. | *An error would sometimes occur if the user left the ''Clean the Deck!'' puzzle before it was finished, and start over from the smallest grid. Refreshing the page brought the user back to the latest puzzle. | ||
*The story has references to [[Wikipedia:The Lost World (Arthur Conan Doyle)|The Lost World]] by '''Arthur Conan Doyle'''. One of the hints is the character [[Roxton A. Colchester III]] who obviously was inspired by [[Wikipedia:Lord John Roxton|Lord John Roxton]]. | *The story has references to [[Wikipedia:The Lost World (Arthur Conan Doyle)|The Lost World]] by '''Arthur Conan Doyle'''. One of the hints is the character [[Roxton A. Colchester III]] who obviously was inspired by [[Wikipedia:Lord John Roxton|Lord John Roxton]]. | ||
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Journey to the Lost Isle is a plot which began on May 1, 2007.
Plot summary
Chapter 1
Hugo Fairweather was holding a scientific gathering to share his deciphering of the journal of Mad Tongue Murphy, who was said to discover a mysterious island. The journal, which was written in text similar to Tyrannian, has finally been translated after the discovery of a tablet containing a passage in two forms of Tyrannian by his daughter Lilian Fairweather. Hugo used the passage in the form of Tyrannian he knew to learn the second language. With his findings, he determined to start a journey to find the island based on the writings of the journal. He was joined by Roxton A. Colchester III, who relished the thought of discovering a new land, while most others condemned his actions as insanity.
When they went to find a ship to sail them to their destination, they were directed to Captain Rourke by a Pirate Shoyru, who said he would be the only one who would take such a dangerous task. Even Captain Rourke had misgivings, but with the encouragement of a large bag of Neopoints, offered the services of his ship, the SS Primella. Gathering at the ship the following morning, Rourke noted the red sky and feared a storm coming. His confidence in Hugo's ability to navigate them to the island in the journal was shaken when the absent-minded Professor couldn't find his glasses above his eyes, but they set sail all the same.
Aboard the SS Primella, Roxton started a conversation with Lilian, who mentioned their could be a plant similar to the crysophyllum munusa, whose fruit has healing properties, on the island based on the drawings she saw in the journal. Behind them, Werther, despite his best efforts, failed to balance a stack of boxes on his head, and ploughed into a barrel, in which Scrap, a stowaway, was hiding. Explaining he sneaked onto the boat to escape from a crime he didn't commit, Rourke was about to throw him into the brig before Roxton intervened, saying they had no time to be returning to mainland now that they were on their way, and he would take full responsibility for Scrap. Rourke would only allow it if Scrap paid for his trip by cleaning up the SS Primella, which he did. With Scrap now part of their expedition, Rourke focused on the coming storm.
Chapter 2
As Rourke has expected, the SS Primella was quickly plunged into a storm. Lasting three solid days, the visibility was so poor the adventurers did not know they were near land until it was upon them. The storm sucked them against the rocks, smashing a hole into the SS Primella's hull, and as a huge wave reared to swallow the ship, Rourke gave the order for a hasty 'abandon ship'.
Morning dawned, and the crew found themselves washed up onto the very island their sought, the storm having finally subsided. The ship was dashed against the rocks, and after some debate, the Captain resolved to remain and do his best to piece together what was left, while the others - excluding Scrap, who the Captain snatched up to help him - went to explore the island.
As they left, the Captain threatened that he would leave once his ship was repaired at the slightest hint of danger, but Scrap told Lilian he would prevent him from leaving until the Proffesor's party had returned.
They moved through the thick plant life with initial caution for what strange creatures may reside in the island, but danger or not, as Lilian spotted the rare plant from the journal, she ran forward, Roxton and company chasing after her, and straight into a Ravenous Monster.
Plot participation
Clean the Deck!
Users had helped Scrap clean up the deck of the SS Primella, by arranging items in a certain way so as to fit in a grid, so that he could remain on board.
Battledome
Users had to fight the insect-like Ravenous Monster in the one-player Battledome, native to the Island, that was terrorising the adventurers.
Trivia
- The use of a book that will be filled as the plot progresses is a similar plot device to that used in the Altador Plot.
- On the second page of the first comic, Garin, Jacques, Linae and Bruno can be seen in the background of the pub. Garin, notably, has his earrings in his right ear, which is likely to be an artist's mistake.
- In the background of the pub in the first comic, there is a painting similar to the Dogs Playing Poker series.
- An error would sometimes occur if the user left the Clean the Deck! puzzle before it was finished, and start over from the smallest grid. Refreshing the page brought the user back to the latest puzzle.
- The story has references to The Lost World by Arthur Conan Doyle. One of the hints is the character Roxton A. Colchester III who obviously was inspired by Lord John Roxton.
External links
- Plot Info: Journey to the Lost Isle, Comic, Clean the Deck! (Puzzle)