The Mage, The Demon, and The Fragments. Friday, November 6, 9pm EST
Posted on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 4:13 PM EST by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page The Mage, The Demon, and The Fragments. Friday, November 6th at 9 p.m. EST  by Kasaven Owain leaned his elbows on the old stone table and sighed heavily as if he had expelled weeks of disappointment in a single breath. He looked up from the journal to try to draw inspiration from his surroundings – the spilled potions and discarded herbs scattered about screamed their impotencies at him. Bones sat in an almost too orderly pile in the corner, covered in a tattered blue magician’s robe. The old mage, the plague. Few remembered Benedict’s laboratory, hidden by magical means in the lost lands, which is why Owain chose to take refuge here in his studies. He had sat weeks without food, and his supply of water had grown scarce. He opened his palm to reveal three red crystal fragments, and he carefully maneuvered them about his hand with his index finger, thinking, searching. The gem had been destroyed, killing the Shadow Lords and Casca, but the shards were still intact. They were the only devices which could lead Lady Dawn and Lord Owain to Robert – if he were still alive. Yet Owain saw an even greater opportunity in the shards. They held a more potent power, even in their scattered forms. The power of resurrection. The shards began to glow and levitate above his outstretched hand and he closed his eyes to meditate. His mind flowed to his vision of Relvinian, the ancient mage, the undead with an army of demons at the hedge maze, and a sharp pang of wrong penetrated his senses. His eyes shot open as he quickly tightened his grasp upon the crystals. The door behind him burst with such force that it struck Owain squarely in the back, sending him flying into the wall as the three crystal fragments flew from his clutch to scatter alongside broken glass and discarded notes about the laboratory floor. A large, black demon burst through the doorway, collapsing the stone doorframe with her wings, sending rocks projecting about the room. Owain looked on with a face as grim as death as he recognized the demon. Ix Tab who had Invaded Aegis. Her being emanated wrong and it made Owain want to wretch alongside the crusted remnants of potions on the floor. He pushed himself up and pulled his red, blazing sword from its scabbard as his eyes darted about the floor for the scattered crystal fragments. In a shrieking voice, Ix Tab raised her muscled arm to the air and spoke dark words that forced Owain to drop his sword and clutch his ears. A dozen ethereal demons appeared surrounding Owain, they grabbed his arms and legs and pulled, as if they were a rack destined to tear him to pieces one limb at a time. The dark demon pointed a finger to the ground and levitated each crystal to her hand as Owain looked on, helpless – the tendons in his arms began to rend and tear. He screamed, powerless to stop Ix Tab. He could only escape. He began to glow an azure light and the demons holding his limbs recoiled as their unworldly flesh burned and seared. He yelled quick words of recall and disappeared in an instant. Kasaven and Cernunnos sat in the Counselor’s hall around the fire playing a round of Run. Kasaven flipped a card on the table and grinned, “It looks like you owe me another Ale!” Cernunnos discarded the comment and quickly stood up from his chair, feeling something amiss. The hall exploded in a flash of white as Owain appeared and immediately collapsed upon the floor, bloodied and pale. The emissaries’, eyes wide, rushed to his side. He only uttered two words before losing consciousness. “Fragments….Hedgemaze…” Meet at the Counselor’s Hall on Friday, November 6th at 9 p.m. EST. The need is dire.
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Are You Up To The Challenge? United Pirates Boat Race November 7
Posted on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 4:21 AM EST by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
Boat Speed Race Saturday November 7th, 6pm EST by Hawkeye Pike  The United Pirates invite you to participate in a speed race by boat. We meet at 6pm EST sharp at the Jolly Roger Inn. Bring your own vessel! The rules are simple: All participants line up their boats in a row on a certain coastline. On a given signal, the boats all depart at the same time and sail in a straight line until they reach the next shore. The bows of their vessels have to touch the shore. Then they turn their boats around and sail back in a straight line. The course is outlined with lanterns, so nobody gets lost. The participants are encouraged to outmaneuver their rivals within the borders of the course. Beware of possible obstacles on the course! The first captain to return to the starting line wins the prize.  __________________
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Merchants wanted for the Black Market on November 7th!
Posted on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 4:04 AM EST by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
A note from Hawkeye Pike: On November 7th at 8pm EST, we will hold our monthly Black Market. All merchants who have good wares to offer for a fair price, are welcome to claim a market stand by entering the list of their products into the book locked down on their market stand (at least one day prior to the event, so people can come by and check on the items). We already have a number of interesting items on the list, like all 70s suits, fallen log, armor engraving tool, and many many more. The Black Market can be found here: Map to the Black Market  __________________
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Halloween Story Contest, Thursday, October 29
Posted on Friday, October 23, 2009, 7:06 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Halloween Story Contest 10/29 by EMCernunnos The Storytelling Contest Returns on Thursday 10/29! For the month of October, we return to thoughts of scary tales and mysterious hauntings. Come sit down by the campfire next to the Catskills Reward Hall (accessible through the vortex next to the West Britain Counselor’s Hall in Trammel) on Thursday 10/29 at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Tell a tale or just come to listen, but be ready for a spooky time! Rules: Stories must be your own work. One story per person. Five minute time limit per tale (seriously). Stories and language is PG-13. Stories will be judged on their quality, presentation, and scariness. Participants may submit their tales in written form to be added to the Reward Hall library.
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Tavern Harvest Party, Sunday, October 25
Posted on Friday, October 23, 2009, 6:57 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page   Tavern Harvest Party 10/25 by EMCernunnos  Marsh Hall Harvest Party  The new proprietor of The Marsh Hall in Vesper (Felucca) wishes to cordially invite all of Catskills for a grand-reopening party! Come taste the brew-master’s special harvest ale and enjoy the festivities. The party will take place at the Marsh Hall Tavern in Vesper Felucca, on Sunday 10/25 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Please note: the event will take place in Felucca, so please dress yourselves accordingly!
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Magician's Tournament, Saturday, October 17
Posted on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 5:26 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Magician’s Tournament – Saturday, October 17th, 7 p.m. by Kasaven A tournament will take place to see who, indeed, reigns as the best Magician known to Catskills. Meet at the Counselor’s Hall in Britain at 7 p.m. The tournament WILL take place in Felucca, so be sure to insure your items. Fight will be BEST of THREE – pending number of participants. RULES – Regular mage duel specifications - A lantern in one hand, a spell book in the other. NO : Potions of any sort – Petals of any sort – Forms (lich, wraith, ect) of any sort – Pets or mounts of any sort – Items with charges (invis, ect) – Apples of any sort. Reagents are the ONLY consumable allowed. Packs must be emptied for inspection. Magery will be the only spell casting, no necromancy or other spell casting skills. Hit Point Regeneration on Armor is capped at 12. Suggested Template : 120 Eval – Magery – Med – Resist – Focus – GM Inscribe. Lantern nullifies wrestling. May the best mage win! Rules subject to change before the 17th.
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5th Boat Race Challenge, Oct. 4th, 9pm EST
Posted on Friday, October 2, 2009, 6:18 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
Hawkeye Pike challenges thee to race against him! The stake of the previous races has risen to 5.3 million gold coins! Outsail Hawkeye and win the pot! The race will be held on a predetermined route. If you sail, you have to bet at least 300,000 gold pieces on your victory, which will be added to the pot (those who lack of funds can be helped out). Higher bets or donations are welcome! If Hawkeye Pike beats the participants, the pot will be the prize for the next race. If someone beats Hawkeye, he will win the whole pot. The location of the race will be disclosed prior to the race. Participants will receive a map with the course. Spectators are welcome and invited to sail with us! May the fastest seafarer win! Meeting point: Oct. 4th, 9pm EST at the West Britain Bank. It would be great if one of our EMs would be available as referee! __________________
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Catskills Black Market, Oct. 3rd, 8pm EST
Posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 9:42 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
It is time for another one of our monthly trading events! Again, merchants and pirates will sell a lot of valuable contraband. The Black Market During this monthly recurring popular event, everyone can sell, buy or trade interesting wares! The facts: Merchants can claim a personal market stand where they can advertise and sell their products. The merchants should enter the list of their products into the book locked down on their market stand (at least one day prior to the event, so people can come by and check on the items). Bargaining is encouraged! If you want to sell contraband, you can simply come to the Black Market building prior to the event and enter your name and your item list into one of the (empty) books on the market stands. By doing that you have claimed the market stand and may use it exclusively during the event. The Black Market building is located next to our Jolly Roger Inn in TRAMMEL. __________________
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Story Contest, Wednesday, September 30
Posted on Sunday, September 27, 2009, 9:58 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Story Contest – Wednesday September 30th at 8PM EST  by EMCernunnos Once again the monthly Storytelling Contest returns to the Catskills Reward Hall! This time the theme is “Imaginative Tales”. There is no specific topic, but come to the campfire and tell a tale which is wildly imaginative! Event begins at 8:00 PM Eastern Time at the campfire next to the Catskills Reward Hall. You can get there through the black vortex next to the West Britain Counselor Hall. Rules: Stories must be your own work. One story per person. Five minute time limit per tale. Stories and language is PG-13. See you there! -Cern
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First Contact, Wednesday, Sept. 23
Posted on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 8:03 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page  First Contact – Wednesday the 23rd at 8pm EST by EM Cernunnos UO Herald The cataclysm following the defeat of the Shadowlords brought about great destruction, but also brought about a new beginning. A link now exists between the world of the gargoyles and the world of humans and elves. Reverberations of this new link have brought hope to both lands. Please join Lady Dawn at Castle British or Queen Zhah in her royal throne room at precisely 8pm EST on Wednesday Sept 23rd and help escort the two representatives of their nations to their first meeting. With your help, we can strengthen the bond between the two worlds!
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The Crystal Mapping Machine, by EM Cernunnos
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 8:38 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page The Crystal Mapping Machine by EM Cernunnos, September 16 On Thursday the 10th, many clever people arrived to assist Lady Lucretia Genovese with her scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt was a list of twenty items disguised using anagrams, taken from a notebook left behind by the missing crystal expert Bertram Shull. The items themselves were to be combined into a giant machine designed to detect energy-emitting crystals throughout the realm; however the actual plans to build the machine were missing. After gathering all the items, the group selected a location and began trying to assemble the machine as best they could, but soon found the task difficult. Lucretia then promised that skilled tinkers could be hired to assemble the device, however it might take a little time… but now that time is over! Join Lady Lucretia as she attempts to activate the crystal mapping machine on Friday September 18th at 8:00PM EST. The machine is located in the courtyard behind Lord British’s Castle, Trammel facet. If the machine functions as it should, you should be prepared to hunt down some mysterious crystals during the event and may have to face the mutated plant and animal spawn they produce! - Cernunnos
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The Great Red Gem, Friday, September 11
Posted on Thursday, September 10, 2009, 4:20 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page The Great Red Gem by Kasaven Dawn wishes to meet and speak with the citizens, continuing the short conversation held about what to do with the red gem recovered from the three slain Shadow Lords. She wishes that all concerned meet her at the Castle British Throne Room, Friday, September 11, at 6 p.m. EST. Dawn wants to put an end to their corruption over the land, and wishes the will of the people to guide her.
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Lucretia's Scavenger Hunt - EM Event Thursday, September 10
Posted on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 9:05 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Lucretia’s Scavenger Hunt by EM Cernunnos Take a break from diving into all the new Stygian Abyss content and join Lady Lucretia Genovese for a Scavenger Hunt with a twist. This event will be held at the West Britain Counselor’s Hall (or a place of Lucretia’s choice, with a gate provided from the hall) at 8PM EST on Thursday the 10th of September. Lady Lucretia had been deeply involved in her research lately, so it’s been tough to get her to reveal what types of things she’s looking for this time. This might be an event just for fun, or it may tie in to the mysterious crystal events that she’s been involved with in the past… you’ll have to attend to find out! See you there! EM Cernunnos
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Into the Shadows, Sunday, September 6 ... Date Updated
Posted on Saturday, September 5, 2009, 11:32 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
*** Please note this is the updated dated and time from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Into the Shadows. by EM Kasaven Owain sat across from Dawn, his eyes burning brightly with anticipation. “We can end this, we can stop Casca and put an end to all that is evil in Britannia, we must rally the people,” Dawn shuffled in her chair with anticipation. Owain did not reply, he merely drew his sword, Retribution, from its scabbard, and tested the tip of the blade upon his index finger. He pulled back with a wince as fresh blood appeared on the blade. He re-sheathed it with a nod of approval. “You know where they hide,” she looked into Owain’s eyes, “You have seen them.” “I’ve seen your dreams ruin you neigh the last few days, how sweat drips profusely from your body, drenching your bed in perspiration, how you shake uncontrollably, how your face contorts into the most horrid of features.” Dawn placed her hand upon Owain’s shoulder, “Let us end this.” “They plot your destruction, Dawn, as they have plotted mine,” Owain said in a low voice, “I will take you to them, but we will require assistance, time is of the essence.” Dawn nodded and began to scribe a summons to the defenders of virtue. Owain stepped outside the counselor’s hall and let out a sigh. The nightmares will end. I will have vengeance. I will teach the shadows despair. ***Meet at the counselor’s hall in Britain at 9 p.m. EST on Sunday, September 6th. Be prepared for battle!*** _____________________________________ Into The Shadows – Time/Date Change
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Battle between Platinum and Crimson Dragons - TONIGHT (Friday)
Posted on Friday, September 4, 2009, 9:16 AM EDT by Sahra Swift (Catskills)
Hello Catskills, This message was found at http://catskills.uoem.net - A tale told by Bram, Yew Monk: This very morn, I caught a glimpse of a great and noble platinum dragon spiraling down from the cloudless sky, swooping low over the city of Yew. Without a sound, it alighted atop the palisade of Empath Abbey, its claws cutting tiny holes into the stone with the most minimal force. Feeling lucky to catch sight of it, I hid myself behind the winery, both in fear of the creature and awe that I might see one. The beast raised his head to the east, focusing on a location beyond the sight of men. There was a quiet rumbling in its throat; the only outward sign of emotion in the otherwise stoic creature. What place it spied and what it felt, I knew not. Without warning, the beast abruptly turned his head, shifting his weight below him as he reached a clenched claw into the air over the Abbey door. It paused just a moment before dropping a book to the doorstep of the abbey below. I made a step forward to retrieve it, but then was taken aback as a flaming red longsword dropped from the dragon’s claw following the book. The sword pierced the ground and stood straight before me. I looked up again at the dragon, which to my shock, had its gaze turned upon me, and seemed to be quietly judging me. Then, as soundlessly as it arrived, the dragon broke its gaze, turned heavenward, and effortlessly ascended beyond my vision. Retrieving the book, I found these words written inside: Long has Britannia been veiled in the shadows. The light of all that was good in these lands is hidden away behind the oppressive darkness, with evil’s hope that it will wither and die. Yet the light continues to shine! Soon the veil of shadow shall be pierced by the dawn of a new day! Now is the time for those beloved of the light to rally along side the platinum flight! Join my platinum brethren in our assault upon the very source of the Shadowlords’ stronghold in these lands. They are at the eve of their presumed triumph; yet the force we assemble shall shatter their grip upon this land with a strength they cannot imagine! Come, be that strength! -Fayaxion. I reached my hand to take the sword, but upon touching it heard these words in my own head: The time of heroes is at hand! Join us at Empath Abbey in Felucca at 9pm EST on Friday 9/4/09! The importance of this message I felt was clear; and it was my duty and the duty of all others who received this message to spread the word. Now is the time when we shall change our future! -Bram Event begins at Felucca Empath Abbey in Yew at 9pm EST TODAY – Friday 9/4/09. Those who have allied themselves with the forces of good are asked to assemble at the Empath Abbey. Those who are allied with evil may wish to check their own strongholds for similar messages and instructions from the crimson dragons. Those who are not in factions but wish to aid the shadowlords and their allies are asked to gather in the field outside Destard Felucca.
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Storytelling Contest Returns Wednesday; Mongbat Wrestling Friday
Posted on Sunday, August 23, 2009, 2:16 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Story Contest and Mongbat Wrestling! by EMCernunnos Monthly Storytelling Contest Returns! Wednesday 8/26/09 at 8:00 pm Eastern, at the Catskills Reward Hall. The theme for this event is “Rogues”! Tell a tale of thieving adventures, capturing a thief, or anything else about the shadowy world of rogues. Stories will be judged on quality, presentation, and how well they fit the theme of “rogues”. All stories must be the original work of their tellers. Come join us around the campfire and be entertained!   Mongbat Wrestling! Honest Ed the Mongbat Trainer has posted notices around town inviting everyone to bring your tame and bonded mongbats to the West Brit Counselor Hall on Friday 8/28/09 at 9:00pm Eastern to join in the competition. More details will be announced at the event, but it is possible that your mongbats may need to go to Felucca to participate, so please insure yourselves accordingly!
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Invasions Over, Kasaven on Vacation
Posted on Monday, August 10, 2009, 5:25 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cern’s Catskills Events Page Invasions Over, Kasaven on Vacation. by Kasaven After about a week of grueling invasions, Luna was saved by Dawn and the Platinum Dragon Fayaxion on Sunday night. As a gift, cloaks were given out as a thanks for protecting Luna throughout the invasions. Casa made an appearance on Saturday night to belittle Dawn and express his ’shock’ that she was still alive, before summoning more manifestations and making his exit. I will be on Vacation the next two weeks, so do not expect to see me about or reply to email, but I’ll try to make up for it when I return. Until then!
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Upcoming Luna Invasions and Dawn is Burning
Posted on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 5:22 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
from EM Kasaven and Cernunnos’ Catskills Events Page   Upcoming Luna Invasions and Dawn Is Burning by Kasaven Keep aware for invasions of Luna in the coming days. Would you idle in a war-zone? Be wary and take utmost caution when traveling the area. Look for monsters at random times throughout the evening. Also, it has been announced by Casca that Dawn is a wanted woman. He has set up a moongate outside the Britannia Counselor’s hall which leads to a house own by Dawn. The house is engulfed in flames, casually set by Casca, as he assumes full responsibility. Her whereabouts are not known, but it is though that she is injured or deceased. Either way, Casca has exiled her from Britannia. Keep an eye out for Dawn and other unnatural events in Luna, among the invasions. (Also I’d like to thank everyone for attending the Summerfest events, they all went beautifully, recaps of a few along with screenshots will be up soon.)
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Ready for the next boat race? August 5, 7pm EST
Posted on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 7:39 AM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
Captain Hawkeye Pike challenges you to race against him on Wednesday, August 5th at 7pm EST! Meeting place is the Counselor's Hall in Britain. The race will be held on a predetermined route. The participants have to bet at least 300,000 gold pieces on their victory. Higher bets or donations are welcome!! If Hawkeye Pike beats the landlubber, the prize goes into a pot. This way, the pot will accumulate and raise until someone manages to outsail the pirate! If someone beats Hawkeye, he will win the whole pot. The location of the race will be disclosed prior to the race. Participants will receive a map with the course. The location may change with every race. Spectators are welcome! May the fastest seafarer win! The current pot: 2,700,000 gold pieces! It would be great if one of our EMs would be available as referee! __________________
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Catskills Summerfest 2009, Opening Event, Sunday, July 12
Posted on Monday, August 3, 2009, 5:20 PM EDT by Sara of Baja (Catskills)
Summerfest 2009 Opening Day First Event - Foot Race On Sunday, July 12, the air was electric with excitement as the residents of Catskills gathered and waited with anticipation for EM Kasaven and EM Cernunnos to appear for the opening event of Catskills' Summerfest 2009. The Dark Revelations guild made a great showing with their precision drill team movements. EM Kasaven and EM Cernunnos were warmly greeted by the crowd. In EM Cernunnos' opening speech he announced the footrace opening event, " The fairgrounds are a place to have fun ... Remember Honor ... That is a part of the theme of tonight's race .. to bring the Light of Honor from Trinsic to the Fairgrounds." The runners were to carry torches, symbolic of the Light of Honor, as EM Cernunnos asked for a show of hands from those who were there to race,  EM Kasaven announced, The Golden Stag had gone missing, but we would search for him another day. "Tomorrow we hunt the stag. Tonite we race." EM Kasaven explained that in addition to Honor there were some 'more physical' rules for the race: No teleporting No mounts ... strictly an on-foot race No animal form No recalling, unless a person was forfeiting The red lanterns, markers to designate the trail, and the invisible observers along the course were then explained. Stay on the trail, each competitor must pass each lantern. The racers lined up to receive their symbolic Torches of Honor: The racers were then gated to their starting point, while the spectators were asked to remain behind to be gated to an 'observation room' which held six moongates ... One to each of five observation areas and one to the finish line.  The observation areas were a stroke of genius on behalf of the Catskills' EMs and made following the status of the race so much more convenient for non-participants! Observation Area One Observation Area Two Observation Area Three Observation Area Four Observation Area Five Finish Line Winners of the Light of Honor foot race:  1st place Spert, 2nd pace Eratai II, 3rd place Kodoz. Congratulations to all!   I apologize for the lateness of the Summerfest 2009 Opening events ... I am back home from my mom's and trying to get caught up with real life and UO. I'm on a month of medical restrictions as my doctor can be very cranky.  I have one more article to finish up and post on Catskills, then you won't be seeing me for the month of August ... I've come to the conclusion that since I pay for that cranky doctor's opinion I should do as he advises.
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