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1. Ahoy there! Captain X is setting sail in search of the fabled Treasure of Knowledge. Come aboard his waiting xebec, me hearties, and study the charts. Which body of water are we most likely bound across?
2. Naturally, the name of Captain X's ship begins with the letter X. This "X" is derived from the Greek word for "strange" and also describes a heavy inert gaseous element. What is the ship called?
3. The wind fills our sails and Captain X sings tunelessly. No rollicking sea-shanty, this, but something rather sad about hearing a voice "on the wind 'cross the sand". Which "X" song is he singing?
4. When it comes to singing, the blond-haired Captain X is tone-deaf; this makes you think how well both his given name and family name fit. What is Captain X's name?
5. The world's seas support a wealth of wildlife, but only one of these "X" creatures is found naturally in the Mediterranean; which one?
6. You ask Captain X how long the voyage will take. "We will be home for Xmas," he replies. Is the form "Xmas" a modern abbreviation for Christmas?
7. After we anchor for the night Captain X broaches a cask of ale which we gleefully consume with our evening meal. The cask has XXX branded onto the side; what does this mean?
8. A few days later we call in at the Greek island of Xios (or Chios) to take on fresh supplies. This island claims to be the birthplace of three historical figures; which three?
9. Captain X's brother joins the crew; coincidentally, his first name also starts with the letter X. He is named after a ruler of ancient Persia; what is Captain X's brother's name?
10. We have reached the location of the treasure and consult our map: "X" really does mark the spot! Our quest is over as we seek and find the ancient xoanon. What exactly have we found?
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Mistigris
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