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Dragon's Gaze Traditional Cache

Hidden : 5/12/2024
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:


Title: Dragon's Gaze Geocache

Description:

In the heart of the mystical Oughton Forest lies a secret known only to those who dare to venture deep into its ancient embrace. Nestled within the whispering boughs and dappled sunlight, a fallen titan slumbers, its form forever frozen in time.

Legend whispers of a time when the land trembled beneath the mighty wings of Oughton, the great dragon whose fiery breath once ruled these woods. Tales spun by the village elders tell of his colossal form, stretching across the sky like a shadow cast by the moon.

Yet, as with all legends, time has a way of weaving truth into the tapestry of myth. For hidden amidst the moss-laden roots and tangled vines lies the shattered visage of the fallen dragon. Its weathered scales, now moss-covered and cradled by earth, give shape to a creature frozen in eternal repose.

But look closer, adventurer, and you shall behold the secret that lies within. For where once the gaze of Oughton struck fear into the hearts of men, now lies the key to discovery. Behold the fallen tree, its gnarled roots twisting and turning, carving a likeness of the dragon's head. Depending on where you stand, it may seem nothing more than nature's whimsy. But to those with a keen eye, it reveals the truth: the dragon's eye holds the secret you seek.

Within the hollowed recesses of this ancient sentinel lies the cache you've been searching for. Carefully concealed within the eye of the fallen dragon, it waits to be discovered by those brave enough to heed the call of adventure. Open it, and you'll find treasures both mundane and magical: a logbook to record your triumph, a humble pencil to inscribe your name upon its pages, and a small piece of silicon gel to protect its contents from the damp embrace of the forest.

But perhaps the true treasure lies in the tale that surrounds this cache. For it is said that long ago, a humble frog dared to challenge the might of Oughton. With a leap of courage, it sent the dragon tumbling into the depths of the river that now bears its name. In the final moments before its fall, Oughton trapped the frog within its unblinking gaze, a testament to the courage of a creature no larger than a leaf.

And so, nestled within the dragon's eye, the frog remains, forever bound to the legacy of Oughton. As you uncover this hidden cache, remember the tale of bravery that echoes through the ages, and know that you too walk in the footsteps of legends.

Dare you brave the depths of Oughton Forest and uncover the secrets that lie within? The Dragon's Gaze awaits.


Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Jnyx hcfgernz nybat gur yrsg onax, naq lbh'yy svaq gur snyyra gerr erfrzoyvat n qentba'f urnq.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)