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A little literary identity meme silliness between meetings today… now where is my Mr Darcy?

Random Calliope from Second Life has created the most intriguing quest / alternate reality game / distributed narrative (all of the above!) called “The Mata Hari Quest“. When I read about it I simply had to rush over and start the quest for myself! So I went to Random’s shop - a shop that sells the most gorgeous prim based jewellery:

and discovered the poster with information on it about the quest:

The poster told me to head off to an art musem to begin the quest, and so I did:

I was so enthralled with finding this museum / gallery that I spent quite a bit of time just enjoying it before getting down to the serious business of hunting for clues. But what a JOY it was when I discoverd my first batch of clues, in the form of a series of letters and postcards telling the story of Mata Hari and her missing jewels. Here is a little taste:

January 27th, 1917

My Dear Mr. Calliope,

I am flattered that you have approached my agent, Gabriel Astruc, with the offer to host my shows on a regular basis. Agents are so formal, so I wanted to answer you personally on the matter. My answer is “Yes! Yes!” The Grand Ballroom will be a perfect new second home for my show. The proximity to the railway line certainly makes it easier for me to continue my traveling schedule back and forth between there and the Musee Gimet.

I cannot wait for our first show in just three weeks! I am preparing a new act, just for the occasion. I will be there with bells on. Ha! I hope I do not disappoint you or my fans!

Hugs and Thanks,
Mata Hari

August 1st, 1917

Dear Random,

I was entirely caught off-guard by your proposal of marriage last weekend. I am so honored, but completely undeserving of a man of your merit. I cannot entertain the idea of settling down. We are of different worlds, you and I. You enjoy your seclusion while I enjoy the crowds and adoration of fans.

I thank you deeply for your kind gift of the diamond ring, which was able to pay off all my debt in Versailles. I cannot overstate how your kindness makes my mind whirl with delight. Oh, my sweet Random. The days and nights we have known were delightful, but they are just a few of a thousand more you will enjoy with others over the years. You really should get out more, my shy man.

Don’t forget the games we played. I know I won’t.

Sincerely,
Margaretha

I love it!!! And…. as you piece together the puzzles, solve the clues and progress with the quest, you are rewarded with free jewels at different stages!! I am yet to actually find my first free jewel because the quest has only just begun for me… but it is rather exciting and I don’t mind taking my time over it to puzzle it out - that is part of the fun and of course an important part of gaming: reader/player interaction! I can see so much fun for kids in this too, but lets not talk about education now - I have free prim jewellery to find!! *smile*