#have you noticed how a majority of jungle survival stories are women

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in reading more about the colombian children that survived the plane crash and jungle, i stumbled upon this story. there is almost no english news about it, largely only an AP article from 1996 about it, there's not even a wikipedia page, but i found a translated page of a guyana newspaper with the story.

THE gripping, inspiring survival experience of two young girls lost in Guyana’s jungles is the stuff epic films are made of.

Bertina and Bernadette Domingo of the Wapishiana tribe, Apoteri Village in the Rupununi began travelling from 7th April 1995 with their uncle up the Essequibo River; an uncle who had been instructed by the father of the girls to take them direct to the family farm.

Instead he diverted in the opposite direction with them, paddling for ninety-five miles in a canoe, then forcing them to trek through the jungle, threatening to kill the terrified girls when they cried.

At Pakani Falls they watched in fear as their uncle died of malaria – an uncle whose motives for his actions are shrouded in secret, lost forever in the hinterland landscape that had been the undoing of men from a time even preceding the Spanish Conquistadors.

If that uncle meant harm to his innocent, trusting nieces, as his actions indicated he did, because terrible pictures come to mind of child and female trafficking, he paid a terrible price for his heinous betrayal of his brother and nieces.

But that was no real consolation to the two young girls, who were left alone and defenceless to fend for themselves in the dense, dark rainforest, with merely a cutlass, a hammock, and their traditional tribal skills to keep them alive.

They were forced to undertake a journey that would test all their survival skills, their resilience, their character, and their survival instincts if they were to live.

The older Bertina, at thirteen, would have to become the leader, transmitting her unshakeable faith that they would survive their ordeal to her frightened nine-yr-old sister. In turn, the response of the younger girl, and the faith she reposed in her older sibling, would bolster Bertina’s spirit and inspire and encourage her to greater feats of endurance.

Before their journey ended they would have traversed over 200 miles of virgin rainforest, at the mercy of the elements, with all the inherent dangers of the deep rainforests – from the remote reaches of Essequibo to approximately 190 miles up the Berbice River – a mile away from the Lindo tributary.

They ate what they could, but their knowledge of the land and basic survival skills, inculcated from birth by the traditions of their aboriginal tribe, came to their rescue, resulting in their finding the “haiwa” wood to produce the most crucial requirement for their protection at night – light.

The girls staved off hunger by eating berries, peppers and fish caught by the traditional method. They remembered their tribe’s ancient skill of lighting an area of water with the “haiwa” wood to entice fish to the surface, then spearing them with a spear – in their instance with a cutlass.

The girls also had a miraculous escape from the claws and jaws of a jaguar and were forced to keep their terror at bay when they encountered the large snakes, crocodiles, and other large and dangerous denizens that proliferate in Guyana’s rainforests.

At one point they thought that they were about to be rescued. Hearing the sound of an engine their hopes soared as they walked quickly toward the sound and what they hoped would have been the end of their ordeal.

But as fast as they walked it was not enough and the frightening sounds of the rainforest enclosed them once again.

Rescue seemed near at hand once more when they stumbled upon a porknocker’s camp, but the camp had long been abandoned and was empty of any human presence. At nights they slung their hammock high in the trees to protect themselves from the many ever-existent perils threatening their survival every minute, with every step they took, and even in their sleep.

Many nights Bertina stayed awake for hours watching protectively as the exhausted Bernadetta slept the sleep of the innocent.

Meanwhile the girls’ parents were frantically looking for them and search parties were organized. The parents, accompanied by members of one search party went as far as Kurupukari – 60 miles from the Potaro River, but had to give up, not knowing what direction to take in the vast, dense rainforest.

Frantic messages were sent to relatives living in Georgetown in attempts to locate the uncle and girls, but to no avail.

Finally, at 5.50 p.m. on the third day of May, 31 days after they had left home, covered with mosquito bites and weak with hunger, Bertina and Bernadetta stumbled into a porknocker’s camp.

The astonished miners fed the girls and then took them into the city, where officialdom took over, affording them medical and other care.

Their rescuer, a miner named Gonsalves, said that the area in which they were found was so remote that hardly anyone ventured there.

The indomitable will to survive, their stoic resilience in the face of betrayal and overwhelming dangers, and the epic journey of these two fragile little ones is the stuff of which legends are made.

This was triumph of the human spirit against all odds. These two little girls were imaginative, resourceful, determined, tenacious, and, above all, courageous beyond the parameters of normal human endurance of body and mind.

To honour their resilience and courage in the face of danger and adversity, the Domingo sisters were deservedly conferred with a special award for courage during the 1996 investiture ceremony by then Executive President of Guyana, Dr. Cheddi Jagan.

They had also been awarded with a plaque saluting their bravery by the South Ruimveldt Policing Group.

Bertina and Bernadetta Domingo represent the best of the indigenous peoples of this land.

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WARNING: MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD

“JENNIFER WALTERS has survived the Civil War…barely…and having risen from the rubble, she re-enters the world a different kind of hero. Fueled by a quiet rage, she is determined to move forward, to go on with her life, but the pain of the past and all she’s lost is always there – an undercurrent, a pulse, waiting to quicken and trigger Jen’s transformation into the one thing she doesn’t have control over…”

–From the Marvel Comics website

Ah, Hulk. I’ve been waiting for this one. Strange to say since my general attitude toward Marvel and DC comics is mostly derision. Can you blame me? One company protects a serial sexual harasser while firing women who dare speak out. The other is run by a Trump lover, making Hydra something of an all too poignant allegory for the company. I don’t care for the majority of their comics, especially their world events that operate as a way to temporarily spike sales, ultimately crashing and burning while receiving the hissing, clawing displeasure of both fans and critics. With Marvel, the recent blunder is Civil War II, a gimmicky cash grab for an enjoyable movie based on terrible source material that got delayed so many times that the books taking place after the event came out before it even concluded.

Just like the original Civil War, the sequel is guilty of character assassination, unnecessary conflict, unnecessary death, and ruining a whole bunch of comics people were enjoying. NEVER FORGIVE THEM FOR WHAT THEY DID TO CAROL DANVER! I mean, I don’t care about her, but turning her into a fascist ruined her relationship with Ms. Marvel, by far the best, most relatable Marvel character to come out since the Runaways. She was my generation’s Peter Parker, and now she’s lost both her idol and her friends as a result. Marvel ruined her. RUINED HER, I SAY!

Also, why was Tony Stark against Danver’s Minority Report shtick? I mean, this was a man who in the original series OK’d a metahuman registration program that probably made Trump cream his pants. Tony is practically a fascist himself. God, even Captain America is a Nazi now! I mean, so many of the heroes have turned into villains themselves and…

Aw, forget it. I could go all day long about everything wrong with Civil War II, but naw. I avoided that garbage and I don’t want to waste time talking about it either.

So, why in the world would I be reviewing Hulk, a comic that happened as a direct result of this nonsense? I should be angry given Bruce Banner, one of my favorite Marvel characters, died. I should be with the Marvel Zombies grabbing their axes and lead pipes smashing windows and burning cars over it. However, after reading about the series from Mariko Tamaki and Nico Leon, I had to check it out.

Oh, I know. There are those that don’t want Jennifer Walters to be angry, traumatized Hulk. They love her as She-Hulk! Big green lawyer lady that breaks the fourth wall, cracks jokes, and goes on crazed hijinks with Patsy Walker. Now, I haven’t been a lifelong fan of She-Hulk. The first thing I read starring her was the short-lived series by Charles Soule and Javier Pulido. That comic was fun! Like watching your favorite Saturday morning cartoon show while listening to your favorite indie rock band. I can see why people are so attached to happy Jen. She’s a blast.

However, I must defend this new, darker approach to her. As much as I love ladies having fun, I prefer when they’re angry monsters. In fact, it seems recently that a new breed of female lead comics that center on women being some kind of monstrosity has risen: Monstress, Insexts, She Wolf, Cry Havoc, and even the mass murderer Gertrude from I Hate Fairyland. These women are angry, broken by whatever is afflicting them, and they’re ready to let it out in a wave of unprecedented carnage. The best part about this trend is how subversive these monstrous women are. Their monstrosities might at first seem like afflictions, but they slowly develop into a form of empowerment.

Happy is good, but monstrous is better.

So, how does this route go for Jennifer Walters? Well, I’m happy to say that Hulk is a bold new take on the character that will draw readers in not with endless action, but atmospheric art, character-focused drama, and a unique horror tone tackling trauma head on.

The covers of Jeff Dekal take a unique approach in conveying monstrous rage. Instead of showing actual destruction, as was Banner Hulk’s trademark, Cover #1 shows Jen grasping the logo tightly, seemingly on the cusp of crumbling it to pieces. Yes, it’s a violent image, but not in the sense of catastrophic physical violence, but poignant emotional violence. Jen is trying to hold back her rage, resisting the urge to destroy. After all, that’s what Bruce did, a man who couldn’t control the beast within. Jen is supposed to be different, supposed to be healthy and balanced. However, given the trauma she suffered in Civil War II, Jen’s on the breaking point. This is what Dekal masterfully conveys. Also, have to give huge props for coloring Jen gray. I suspect it’s a callback to Gray Hulk, a version of the character that I sometimes prefer over the Emerald Giant.

Cover #2 also takes a unique approach to violence in showing its aftermath. The punch-cracked window, Jen’s hands clawing upward, indicates how she momentarily lost control and there was a negative consequence. She’s trying to hold it back again. Slip-ups happen, right? However, when you’re a gamma-radiant monster, slip-ups tend to end up sucking for everyone around you. The coloring of Jen is quite interesting. I don’t understand why her skin is pink (call back to the Red Hulks, maybe?), but I love how there is a creeping network of gray veins slowly covering her body. To me, this symbolizes the Hulk inside of Jen, the one she’s trying to hold back. It’s also symbolic of the negative emotions she feels: anger, depression, and helplessness.

I think it is important to note how green has more prominence than Cover #1. The glow is notably on the walls. It seems to mean Jen’s control is slipping. Again, so much about the conflict of the comic, the overriding theme of struggling with anger and trauma is masterfully conveyed on the covers. I’ve recently talked about the importance of covers conveying a story’s theme and hooking a reader at the same time. For the covers of Hulk, Jeff Dekal hits a bullseye twice.

So, how does the interior art hold up in comparison? Nico Leon’s style creates a deceptively quiet atmosphere that aches with tension. Matt Milla’s coloring adds to this with a soft color palette. In issue #1’s opening scene, Jen’s apartment has a gray tone to it. It’s a huge space, some objects built to accommodate She-Hulk’s size. However, now that Jen is in human mode, the objects are hilariously oversized. In this empty apartment, with its many objects, Jen seems tiny and isolated. It’s strange because it is both calm and tense at the same time. It has to do with how Jen’s inner monologue, full of polarizing emotion, turns the plainness of the apartment into a mask. Leon’s depiction of Jen’s mute expression further pushes this idea of plainness as a mask for turmoil. Reading the comic is the same as visiting the hospital for an urgent report. You’re sitting in the waiting room, made as nice and homely as possible, but you’re still tapping your foot because once the doctor enters, it could be life or death. This is the atmosphere of the comic. Sometimes, it’s suffocating, but always poignant.

Leon and Milla also shine in their portrayal of New York City. Instead of trying to recreate it as the grim concrete jungle it no longer is, they showcase the city in its present decorum of bright colors, modernized architecture, and streets full of yuppies in designer clothing. These are also the scenes where letterer Cory Petit gets creative. A scene in a subway has big letters crowded with the sea of bodies, demonstrating the overpopulated, noisy experience of living in New York. Just like with the apartment, Jen’s isolation is noticeable and just as emotionally complex, simultaneously calm and tumultuous.

Although the art team certainly excels in environmental atmosphere, they fall a little short with character design. They’re not bad, but not memorable either. It might have to do with the lack of detail. Leon’s faces are simplistic, most of them eerily similar. I noticed this when contrasted with the art of Dalibor Talajic in issue #2, pages 4-6. Talajic adds more details that make faces distinguishable. Also, ages are recognizable. I couldn’t nail Jen’s age with Leon, but Talajic easily places her from late 20s to 30s. Another thing that I don’t like about Leon’s characters are the eyes. When closed, they look like a cutesy style anime character. Leon might be influenced by anime and manga to a certain extent, but this element of the art clashes with the tone of the comic.

However, there are exceptions, most notably the amazing designs of metahumans. They are creative, unique, and diverse. Already, one of these metahumans, Miss Brewn, has become an important side character. In fact, just like Soule and Pulido’s run, I hope Jen ends up representing a number of crazy characters and exploring their back-stories.

The hallmark of Hulk is Mariko Tamaki’s writing. I was interested to see how a writer well known for her indie drama work like This One Summer and Skim would do with a mainstream cape comic. Can she bring the same complex, emotional drama? The answer is almost. There is still the limitation of a 20-21 page-count that prevents extensive development, not to mention some campy elements, such as a sketchy landlord character that acts like a Sopranos extra.

The rest of Tamaki’s writing pulls off an astonishing feat of taking the concept of Hulk and bringing it down to reality. Now, this isn’t impossible and has been done before as evidence by Bruce Jones’ amazing run. Here, however, it is even more so because instead of starting off with a tale of espionage, it’s one of recovery. I will admit to having been trepidatious about trauma as a central theme, not because I doubted in Tamaki’s writing abilities, but worried that funneling it through a cape comic would make depictions over the top or offensive. Thankfully, that’s not the case. There are no gross scenes of Jen crying in a shower naked while chugging bottles of whiskey, and moaning about how she can’t go on without Bruce! Oh Woe is a world so cruel and unfair! HAWTHRONE HEIGHTS RULEZ!!!

That nonsense is absent. Instead, trauma is depicted accurately. Jen gets up each day and tries to live a normal life. She goes to work, eat bagels at a café, and have a coffee while watching children ice-skating in the park. She doesn’t interact much with people. Currently, Jen feels the need to be alone. This will probably be disappointing to folks that love Jen as a snappy joker with lots of friends, but it’s relatable to some people that have experienced trauma. It is important to reach out and let people aid you, but it’s also helps to be alone sometimes. Being alone is a time to be at peace, to clear your mind and experience life instead of over-thinking it.

The few interactions Jen has with people are still supportive. There is Patsy who sends positive text messages, and Bradley, Jen’s gay secretary, who keeps her busy and provides her a packet of nuts after a bad spell of rage. There is also Miss Brewn, Jen’s client, who brings out the best part of the character: her heroism. Even if Jen’s no longer fighting along with super folks, she still dedicates herself as a lawyer, protecting clients from harm and making sure their justice. This is important again in approaching trauma from a mature, complex angle. Tamaki shows that there is room for positivity, to be able to function and be happy, even while in the midst of coping. There is even humor, both laughs and heroism balance out the darker parts of the comic.

As for trauma, the core of the story, Tamaki & Co. explores it in a unique way. Jen’s trauma is triggered when mentions of Bruce and the Hulk are made. It reminds her of the pain she has been through, of the fact her own Hulk form is now uncontrollable, something welling up and ready to burst. In these scenes, green becomes a dominant color. At their worst, Jen’s eyes turn green, the veins around them glow, and she glares and grits her teeth. The Hulk is trying to claw out, but unlike Bruce who always lost control automatically, Jen is able to force it back down. Unfortunately, this resistance clearly causes her pain. This pain symbolizes the agony of trauma itself, how it takes it toll on both the mind and body. Also, how long can Jen’s efforts last? It seems to be only a matter of time before her control slips completely.

The way these scenes are depicted is best described as atmospheric horror. The darkness, the intensity of glowing green, Jen’s contorting face of anger, are images that make the reader feel uneasy, ready to jump out of their seat as they prepare for the worst. This is how the best horror scares its audience, not through jump scares or extreme violence, but the dread of anticipation. It’s the feeling of walking alone in a street at night and there are either footsteps or strange noises trailing behind. You keep walking. You don’t dare turn around out of fear that it will be the moment the stalker strikes, yet at the same time its agonizing not knowing who or what it is. The creative team nails this type of horror down, with the added emotional resonance of knowing these scenes symbolize Jen’s trauma. It agonizes the reader into caring for Jen, if that makes sense. They know how much pain she is, and now want to see her persevere and survive. It’s similar to the final girl trope from slasher films.

The comic manages to balance out both the light and dark parts of Jen’s story. Seeing her both in pain and triumphant when the time comes is a satisfying emotional wheel for those that like protagonists to go through a personal trial before getting a happy ending. Sometimes, it can feel a little over the top, but never exploitative. Best of all, the story is told without the overuse of action that’s prevalent in modern superhero comics. Each issue unfolds like the chapter of a book, focusing on character development and dialogue. This approach reminds me of the masterful Vision series by Tom King and Gabriel Hernandez Walta. Both series read more like literary horror than superhero adventure. This style is not for everyone, and there will still be people that don’t enjoy this type of story, especially those who don’t want it happening to Jen. However, I have to take a stand and say it is executed expertly. Tamaki, Leon, and everyone else involved obviously understand people’s concerns for the character, and from what I have seen so far are giving her the respect she deserves.

One last thing I want to comment on is both the title of the series and that of the current story arc. It’s called “Deconstruction.” Why? My theory based on the content is that this arc, and the series as a whole, is attempting to deconstruct the character. Hulk, in relation to Bruce Banner, has always been associated with pain, destruction, and mental illness. His death can be seen as the finality of those negative attributes. It is something seen in stories time and time again. The monster, symbolic of the things that bother humanity, must die. Jen was different. Yes, she started off just as savage, but eventually attained control of her other self, even going so far as live daily as She-Hulk. That gift was taken away from her with the death of Bruce, and now her Hulk form afflicts her just as much as it did him.

Perhaps this is necessary. Now that Hulk is dead, and Jen claims the name, it’s almost saying that she has to be stuck with the original meaning of the name, not empowerment but destruction. It should be noted how the events that caused the scenario were mandated by a mostly male creative team. So, while it is easy to give praise for titling the series Hulk instead of She-Hulk to erase gender labels, it could also be said that the old male meaning behind Hulk is now inflicted upon a woman. As I mentioned before, monsters are often symbolic of everything that is wrong with the world, and anyone or anything labeled as such tends to be set up for elimination. After all, society can’t have an ugly manifestation of its dark side stalking about.

However, there is an opportunity for the monstrosity to become a form of empowerment. In the female monster titles I mentioned, monstrous women are immediately put in the box of wrong and afflicted by (mostly male) society’s perceptions of monsters. Jen is similarly afflicted, dealing with her cousin’s legacy, one of contempt from the world at large. But she’s not letting this legacy hold her down. Jen is still being Jen. Furthermore, the series would be smart in showing a transition of Jen reclaiming control of her hulk form and, on a larger scale, breaking down the old concept of Hulk and reconstructing it as something positive. Being a monster can become empowering rather than afflicting.

Only two issues in, Hulk is full of potential. If it lasts long enough and the creative team grows Jen in the right path, it may become an engaging tale of trauma, monstrosity, and reclaiming one’s identity. With atmospheric art, an emotionally complex story, and unique horror tone, I would recommend this title to anyone that loves the character. She might not be the She-Hulk of old, but she is no less fun to read.

Story: Mariko Tamaki Art: Nico Leon, Matt Milla, Cory Petit, Dalibor Talajic Story: 9.5 Art: 8.5 Overall: 9 Recommendation: Buy

Make Me Angry: Hulk #1-2 Review #comics #marvel #hulk WARNING: MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD “JENNIFER WALTERS has survived the Civil War…barely…and having risen from the rubble, she re-enters the world a different kind of hero.

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Stranded

For context: I took part in a research study which asked me to write a story using a set of words. They sparked some ideas and so I wrote this story. It may not be perfect but I hope you enjoy!

Disclaimer: This story mentions survival, blood, a curse, disease, and death.

I awoke in a field with tall and unkempt grass, bushes and trees twisting around me in the most intricate ways, blocking most of the sky. I sat up, taking in my surroundings, the cawing combined with the intense stares of crows who were patiently waiting to see if I survive. Insects and patterns all around, running throughout roots of all botanical wonders. On closer inspection, these patterns were red, a shade that reminded me of blood, could it be mine? No, there was far too much of it to be mine. Maybe it was from all victims who, just like me, suddenly found themselves laying here. A breeze only enhanced these thoughts, sending shivers down my spine. In the distance, I could hear the crashing of waves, an ocean! I carefully, although briskly, walked in said direction. In order to get there, I had to get through what seemed to be a jungle. I always wanted to visit a jungle, but even in my wildest imagination, I did not think it could possibly have such malicious intent, enclosing on me with sunlight barely passing through. Finally, I reached the edge of the ocean, but it didn't look right. It was dark and harsh, although I couldn't stop myself from feeling enticed by it. It was shining bright, reflecting the sun and seeming so warm and comforting. I had to leave, otherwise, I couldn't be sure that I will not find myself jumping in. However, in order not to be completely enclosed within the jungle yet again, I decided to stick closer to the edge for as long as it was possible. Yet, as if this mystical island knew what I was planning, I was forced to go back in when my path was suddenly blocked with rocks and stone sculptures, of which origin or purpose I could not say, aside from blocking my way. Nonetheless, I could not help but notice those intricate patterns, carefully ascribed all over them. Or maybe it was an ancient language I do not know. Was it a ritual? A curse? Or maybe some sort of protection? Although more malice seemed to radiate from it than any good. Once back in the jungle, in order not to get even more lost, I tried to stick to a straight path. Unfortunately, this did not last very long, as shortly into my journey, I heard movement. A python slithered out into my path, cutting it off. Unsure of whether to run or stay still, I decided to take a slow step back. The python shot up, I dodged and ran, trying to avoid the python as well as falling on the twisted and spiking roots of trees and florals, without really paying attention to the direction in which I was headed. I fell in the end, losing consciousness yet again.

When I awoke, the ground was covered with snow. How much time has passed I did not know. My stomach growled and body ached, and I was so cold and thirsty. The need to find resources and shelter in order to survive made me get up, analysing my surroundings. Trees could provide me with wood for a fire or shelter if I managed to cut them down, after hopefully finding a better spot and some tools. To my surprise, I encountered a settlement after a rather short walk. The area looked quite unkempt, although not necessarily unlived in. Not having much to lose, I took my chance and knocked on the door closest to me. I heard grunting coming from the inside. Gently opening the door, I spotted a morbidly pale and thin old man, lying in bed. A younger man, who I assumed was probably his son, came out to meet me. He was almost just as thin and ill-looking, "was it some form of disease?", I wondered. However, as he got closer, I noticed that the mysterious patterns I found in the jungle are also covering the majority of his body. The man questioned who I was and how I got there, thus I explained what happened after I found myself on the strange island, but only then did I realise that I could not remember any of my past. No memories of my parents, family, home, my head was empty of any recollections from outside of this place. The man took pity on me, offering me dinner from the little amount of food they had and later suggested I take a bath, also providing me with fresh clothing. He later told me about the iron ores which he used to mine for and the corn which is one of their main sources of food here. We didn’t talk for long however, as with the arrival of a storm, my weariness also settled in. The storm was oddly compelling and felt appropriate, considering how brutal living here seemed to be. Thus, I drifted into the dreamland, listening to the thunder in the distance and ocean waves I so clearly remembered.

The sun was shining again once I woke, how strange was the weather here. The man, who I now knew to be named Thomas, promised to show me around as much as he was able, later taking me to the meadow, where I truly got to appreciate the incredible landscape, with the odd patterns only making it more fascinating. Passing by the huts with the snow now gone, I noticed salt, spread around all entrances, doors and windows alike. I asked Thomas about it, who seemed unsure as to whether it has any real use or whether it is just a waste, but it’s not like they had much faith or other alternatives which could potentially postpone the damage. As an extra precaution, all inhabitants also resolved to consume liver, due to being high in vitamin A, aiding in defending against illness and infection. When I asked whether he knew the reason behind the disease or curse, he averted his eyes and felt rather frantic, mumbling with uncertainty and horror in his eyes. Local men, women, and children, whom I later met, reacted similarly whenever I would mention anything regarding the meaning or reasoning behind what is happening. Some, on the other hand, got defensive and angry, which I took for sadness due to pain and loss of relatives and friends to this awful place. Out of them all, one boy particularly stood out to me. He bore no patterns, or at least none that were similar to the ones I have already seen. He also did not seem as horrified or ill as the rest, but the adults around him seemed sceptical and strange, or maybe it was because of me. Being unable to think of a way out, I came to the conclusion that if I am to survive, I have to take on some duties, whilst also gaining trust and information from the other victims of this island. However, that was more difficult than I expected. The soil where crops were planted was giving off a peculiar vapour. Was this the culprit of all this? Was there something in the soil or deep under the surface?

Days or weeks have passed like this. Exploring, learning, and trying to care for others through fulfilling daily tasks; cutting wood, bringing water from a river nearby or distilling ocean water, and looking after crops. We also collected rainwater and gathered herbs and food found around the meadow or even the jungle. Over time, I became more accustomed to the morbid atmosphere and thus the jungle no longer troubled me, well, not any more than the other things here. During this time, I kept an eye out for the boy but did not see him often. However, when he did appear, everyone around him grew wary. When he appeared, so did storms, misery, and even death.

One day, I overheard an argument; a man was crying and shouting at the boy, claiming that he led to the death of his husband. The sky darkened, the wind rose, branches twisted with thorns. Amidst the building chaos, the boy looked at the man, eyes dark, “you have brought it upon yourselves”, harshly said he. People gathered, some quizzically looking at the boy, others avoiding his gaze. Someone asked about the meaning of this, defensive and claiming innocence. The boy’s posture seemed altered now, he looked taller, stronger, and his voice felt older, wicked, even diabolic. “You have disturbed our peace. You broke into the glass chamber of our Queen. You stole her, and now this land and all of its inhabitants shall be cursed!”, he declared in a loud, echoing voice. “You will suffer, finding no relief, watching those close to you in pain, fading, just like yourself. You will pay for what you have done”. The storm grew in intensity, a hurricane was coming. There was screaming and whimpering, some wanted to kill the boy, some protested. The place got dark and chaotic and the boy disappeared.

As the boy said, we did suffer. I discovered that the patterns engraved themselves and spread, just like a disease, although more burning in sensation. I took up a quest to retrieve the queen but could not find her. The mine, where the workers must have found her, has been long buried and I was already weak. Now, if you are reading this journal, I am most likely already dead. I still don’t know how I got here, but what I do know is that I found myself in the wrong place at the wrong time, and perhaps so have you. Maybe you will be able to retrieve the queen and bring peace upon this land, otherwise, I wish you luck.

- A. A.

(Cherry-blossom5243)

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15 Best Things in Argentina

15 Best Things in Argentina

  A town Puerto Iguazú, with a few shores is only a quick ride from the park full of magnificent falls.

Round town and beyond Puerto Iguazú, have a look at a draws that are quirky and find out about the men and women, and also watch a number of those wild life which region is well famous for.

Located at northern Argentina’s section close into the volcano and the boundaries of Paraguay and Brazil, spend every day or 2 at the drops and go exploring.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site of waters could be the primary attraction for tourists but people could occupy themselves using cultural a few eco-centric, and relaxing activities to get a couple days.

Parque Nacional Iguazú

The left handed side of this federal park offers a lot of, therefore wander around after you’ve seen the most well-known collection of cascading waters.

One of Earth and Also Home to hundreds of Shores

You’ll find two chief avenues — that the Circuito Superior (Upper Circuit) along with also the Circuito Inferior (Lower Circuit) — and also a couple of smaller paths that’ll take you round the jungle landscape to get viewpoints of water falls. Falls is why people.

On how you’ll observe plants such as ferns, orchids, along with cacti, also creatures such as capybaras, hummingbirds, along with lizards.

Gleam free ship it is possible to choose to Isla San Martin in which it is possible to increase more paths and sun bathe within a manicured shore.

Garganta del Diablo

Simply take the train or walk into the beginning of path that’ll require one to the watch point for the Throat of the Devil or La Garganta del Diablo.

  Watch for birds, butterflies, and crocodiles round the lake close to the walkway, and also be cautious of their coatis (furry creatures ) that’ll make an effort to throw any food you may have.

Oahu is the greatest & most famous of the water falls Herein Iguazú, so get your cameras as well as your rain coats ready (it could find just a bit misty here).  You’ll truly feel the strength of nature since a huge number of gallons of water rush 262 feet (80 meters) using the complex of cascades at a chasm.

Take a Cruise By the Falls

Go to a thrilling boat trip up the River to get closer, When you’ve gotten so close as possible to the drops in your foot.

Water proof storage is provided by some ships, but be sure until you get too close to place your electronic equipment ! Prepare to go and B ring your gear and a change of clothes drenched by those waters in a thrilling ride themselves.

You should have an perspective of the drops from down your perspective from the lake below.

Jet ships leave from your Circuito Inferior (Lower Route ) or even Puerto Macuco, shooting tourists throughout the rapids supporting the cascades of water and also straight in to the San Martín Water Fall.

 Go Ziplining

Be ready to get wet and helpless, and bring a swimsuit after you are done, to do a little bit of swimming.

  To bring only just a little bit more experience Iguazú to your trip, go in to the jungle services in the city.

It’s really a fantastic experience in the jungle off from the tourists of all this park.

After your duplex encounter, additionally there is rappelling down a waterfall, that will be daring but still acceptable for families and beginners.

Have a ride through the countryside get to the 3 zip-lines that you’ll accelerate .

La Casa de Las Botellas

It’s only 300 yards off the path to the drops, plus so they sell crafts created of tin cans and plastic containers here.

Your residence is really just a exceptional attraction and the dog master, that can help build houses will tell exactly about the construction methods he and his family used throughout a conversation to you.

This bungalow was built out of bottles along with replicas along with also different packaging substances that were previously-used also it is well worth.

Your residence is filled of furniture and decoration produced and that means you’re going to notice such things as seats.

Go Shopping for Local Handicrafts

There is a artisan marketplace situated directly near this Hito Tres Fronteras (the milestone into the 3 boundaries of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay), and also much more shopping combined Avenida Victoria Aguirre and down Avenida Brasil.

Execute just a small boutique shopping in the arts and crafts market at which you are going to discover each one the normal Argentine items such as mate and the corresponding bombillas (alloy straws) employed for sipping this conventional herbal beverage.

It is possible to purchase handicrafts made by the, such as yarn, woven baskets, carved wooden bowls, and also blouses and the linen napkins called aho-poi.

Additionally there is a lot of metal working and jewelry, and stones can be found by you .

La Aripuca

It’s possible to drop by as you are possess the right path by town to the park, plus they’ve a industry here which sells handicrafts and also naturally-flavored ice-cream such as yerba mate and blossom petal.

Built to show people about the classic civilization of their Guaraní people and encourage preservation of ecological resources, your home itself was assembled in line with the plan of a snare made use of by the regional folks to capture critters.

A family-owned eco-tourist appeal of sorts, manhattan project Aripuca is really actually just a enormous house built from exceptionally old tree trunks which contains different informative places and exhibits.

Guira Oga

It’s really a rescue centre as opposed to zoo, therefore after getting injured in the playground, the majority of the birds were attracted to become rehabilitated.

Some will soon probably be published later on, while others live at the book and may live in the great outdoors.

They have also got other indigenous mammals, along with a Capuchin monkeys, anteaters, capybaras in.

To grab a glimpse of wildlife than you ever watched from the park, go for the creature refuge where you will discover a lot of birds, from toucans and parrots to owls and eagles.

It’s only 3 miles out of town and guides can take you on the trip to find the critters about that they work that they perform this and inform you.

Have a Jungle Spa Day

The spa also includes exceptional treatments like hydro therapy, chocolate bathrooms, and sand treatment.

For some thing within the park that is true, go to the Sheraton Iguazú or Hotel das Cataratas for treatments.

They’ve a gymnasium, children’s pool, jacuzzi, and saunas for relaxing, along with several kinds of massages, manicures, pedicures, and yoga classes.

Just several km like treatments trees and birds.

After a very long evening or 2 of walking round the drops, go out of town into the midst of the jungle and find yourself a massage surrounded by lush vegetation at Spa de la Selva.

Visit the Indigenous Guaraní Community and Reserve

You’ll hear stories of this city’s history, religion, and speech, and listen about their early procedures such as hunting, survival, and medicine.

Costs of tours proceed toward medical and social aid, also you’re able to buy handicrafts such as woven baskets, seed bracelets and necklaces, and carved wooden animal characters out of neighborhood members.

Understand the habits of these Guaraní people and their manner of living, as you see where they grow fruits and veggies and explore local customs.

A community-based tourism job readily accessible from town centre of Puerto Iguazú, choose a guided tour of this volcano as well as native settlement in Comunidad Mbya Guaraní Yryapú.

The Wanda Mines

You’ll go into the mines that are real and also learn geodes and stone have been formed, and you’ll observe the workshops at which the rocks are both cut and polished.

Approximately 40 miles (60 km ) from the town of Puerto Iguazú across the Paraná River, the plantations are found in town of Wanda, that has been settled by indigenous immigrants.

At which the very most effective stones — including as amethyst are all within Argentina, these blossom mines are.

Mining companies have already been operating since the 1950s, and tourists may take tours to observe the mining procedure works and where the diamonds are located.

Jardin de los Picaflores

It’s really a tourist attraction found on the individual real estate of a family group who only loves hummingbirds (thus make sure they are open until you go to their dwelling ).  The owners like nature and attention for its crazy critters , which began as soon as the hummingbirds started linking with their own garden to feed.

You’re able to become near to a number of species of amazing flitting hummingbirds here while they have are to eat from a garden full of a lot of feeders.

For a modest entrance fee, you could sit beneath the verdant setting and feeders to see and shoot photos, and also the knowledgeable owners can allow you to determine the birds.

Take the Full Moon Tour of Iguazú

There are 3 tours per day, and guests choose the train into Garganta del Diablo to get a charming and special adventure, playing the noises of nightlife on the road.

You’ll observe the drops beneath the beautiful light in an even more romantic setting, and also a few are lucky enough to capture a”mid night rainbow” generated by the moon light passing through the mists.

It just takes several nights of every and every month, therefore if you should be here around time of a full moon you’re in luck!  For individuals to see the falls and see that the countless of cascading falls on the side Throughout these five nights Iguazú National Park opens upward.

Yabotí Biosphere Reserve and Moconá Falls

Named you may float the strong branches of water go rafting, and venture trekking paths in this woods .

Stop by this reserve from the Misiones Province now where eight tribes live.

Visitors may go birdwatching, kayaking, or even choose”safaris” to start looking to get paw prints round this sub-tropical biosphere.

Additionally located inside the book, the Moconá Falls are formed over the Uruguay River, yet this drape of water spans the span as opposed to the diameter of this river in 32 feet (10 meters) highand running parallel to the lake .

Though they truly are home to endangered species of toucans and parrots, in addition to jaguars and pumas the forests have been jeopardized by logging.

Have Drinks and Snacks at the Feirinha

This is where to begin or enjoy happy hour.

The very ideal time for you to walk top of the Circuit takes 1 or two hrs, starting at the screening tower and leading beyond Dos Hermanas (Two thirds ), Bossetti, Chico (Small), Ramírez, along with San Martín (the park’s most broadest ) falls.

Located on Avenida Brasil, one of the principal shopping areas from the metropolis, you will come across such things as clothing, leather, along with also fútbol gear at the same end of this road and also those food and beverage options at exactly the same hand.

Catch a spoonful of picadas (or even picanhas in Portuguese), an range of cold meats, cheeses, and olives and sit out with a beverage.

Pay a visit to this strand of freshwater shops and food stalls (notably on the weekend) to get a inexpensive beer or glass of wine as you taste of conventional regional food items.

It’s really a terrific neighborhood freshwater market that is fantastic for a walk or even a little dinner at inexpensive rates.

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