This is a hunt that is one of the more popular ones in Second Life, and one I'm happy to be associated with. The Annual STEAMPUNK HUNT, is produced by the Mayor of Mieville, the Honorable Perryn Peterson.
My family in Mountain Rose is providing a 12 stop Mini-Hunt, as part of this hunt, and we've built a wonderful venue where you can explore the glorious rocket that landed on the moon that is filled with luxurious furnishings, ride in a friendly Moon Rover, pet the infamous dog K9, admire themed outfits for men, women, and kids.... and the best part, is that all these items mentioned, as well as others, are also the gifts you'll receive for participating in the mini-hunt.
The Steampunk hunt this year is a grid-wide 87 stop hunt with gifts provided by some of the best creators in Second Life.
The theme this year is: From Earth to the Moon
Honoring Jules Verne
Born in Nantes, France, in 1828, Jules Verne pursued a writing career after finishing law school. He hit his stride after meeting publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel, who nurtured many of the works that would comprise the author's Voyages Extraordinaires. Often referred to as the "Father of Science Fiction," Verne wrote books about a variety of innovations and technological advancements years before they were practical realities. Although he died in 1905, his works continued to be published well after his death, and he became the second most translated author in the world.
In all, Verne authored more than 60 books (most notably the 54 novels comprising the Voyages Extraordinaires), as well as dozens of plays, short stories and librettos. He conjured hundreds of memorable characters and imagined countless innovations years before their time, including the submarine, space travel, terrestrial flight and deep-sea exploration.
The book we give tribute to in this 12th Steampunk Hunt is
Verne's book, From the Earth to the Moon, which was published in 1864
Born in Nantes, France, in 1828, Jules Verne pursued a writing career after finishing law school. He hit his stride after meeting publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel, who nurtured many of the works that would comprise the author's Voyages Extraordinaires. Often referred to as the "Father of Science Fiction," Verne wrote books about a variety of innovations and technological advancements years before they were practical realities. Although he died in 1905, his works continued to be published well after his death, and he became the second most translated author in the world.
In all, Verne authored more than 60 books (most notably the 54 novels comprising the Voyages Extraordinaires), as well as dozens of plays, short stories and librettos. He conjured hundreds of memorable characters and imagined countless innovations years before their time, including the submarine, space travel, terrestrial flight and deep-sea exploration.
The book we give tribute to in this 12th Steampunk Hunt is
Verne's book, From the Earth to the Moon, which was published in 1864
Visit this site to find out more and also to get a glimpse of some of the gifts provided:
This is the GEAR you need to find for all your great gifts.
Although on a much small scale - teehee
You'll receive a bracelet at the 1st stop.
Wear it and it will help the hint and gift gears to rez more quickly.
Wear it and it will help the hint and gift gears to rez more quickly.
Your first stop is at #001 - Steampunk Information Center
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mieville%20Doyle/79/72/26
If you have not already joined the Historical Group be sure to do that.
There is a sign to join just inside the Information Center.
Updated notices will be provided to members as needed, and our intrepid hunters
are always willing to help with hints (in IM, of course)
You will also receive a notecard listing all the participating shops landmarks.
Landmarks to each subsequent stop are also included in each gift gear
Hints are NOT provided except in each shop but are in the
hint gears near, or on, the Steampunk signs at each landing.
May the STEAM be with you,
Meadow
