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Slope in the square
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Portobelo Adventurer's Guild
As the person who did a great job discovering the Copan river ruins, there's another research request from a Scholar. That Scholar is investigating ruins too, but has come to a standstill. He's at his wits end - why is the plain between the slopes. It would be quickest to ask a local person about it.
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Pre-Quest:
In the depths of the town 9
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The Ruins of Copan Strange Lump Map ゴムボール1.
Guatemala - Talk to City Official x3
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Northeast Guatemala -
Copan River North Shore - Northeast part of map use
Observe and
RecognitionReward:
Quest Mediation Permit x1
Adventure Experience: 720, Adventure Card: 360
Ancient ball game
A plaza with sloping walls, that'd be a field for the ballgame, right? Under the ancient empire in this area the ballgame blossomed. The ballgame was the same as battle and rituals. Using a ball symbolizing the sun, the outcome would be decided. The loser would be offered up as a sacrifice to the Sun God.
Players and the audience
In the ballgame, the players would pads on their hips, knees, elbows, and thigh and strike the ball with these parts. The points were decided when the ball struck the opposing team's wall. The audience would bet on the outcome. I've heard that they even offered exclusive seats for people of high social status.
Battle for the existence of the country
Sometimes this ballgame was held as a duel between countries. The country that lost in the ballgame itself would be destroyed. Looking at the current situation, the empire that once flourished in those ruins, maybe succumbed to that fate.
Sacred square
A long time ago, they had a ballgame which was treated the same as battle or a ritual. I found that in a certain plaza ruins, there is a field for playing that ballgame. before I report, I'll go see that plaza for myself.
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- Ancient Arena ★★★★ (Historic site) Exp:720 Fame:300
A ball court called a tlachtli where ancient Mayan ball games were performed. Ball courts can be seen at other Mayan ruins but the one at Copan is of the highest class. One is given a glimpse of its power and influence at that time.