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Visit Skybound Sentiments In Halo Haven
Ready to begin your journey above the clouds? Make your way to Halo Haven today to visit Skybound Sentiments!
At Skybound Sentiments, Celestia Skyrider has shelves of stationary and gifts for you to peruse. Want to send a heartfelt thank-you note, wish someone well, or just tell them you care? Skybound Sentiments has the perfect card for any occasion.
The cards in stock at Skybound Sentiments are also collectable! These sentimental items can be added to your pets' Books collections.
Go shopping in the sky by visiting Halo Haven and Skybound Sentiments today!
You will need a pet with the flight ability or a pet with a minimal with the flight ability attached to reach Halo Haven.
Pets that have the ability of flight; Quenaris, Harlowin, Velarie, Xyren.
New Hidden Treasures
Meanwhile, the hunt is on for five brand-new hidden avatars! Can you find where the keys to these forum avatars are hiding? Explore and participate in activities around Santae to try and discover them for yourself! When you do, you'll be able to add a dash of personal flair to your forum posts.
Fresh Vegetables at Mirage Grove!
Melina at Mirage Grove Vegetables has been hard at work, and her efforts have paid off! The shop is now brimming with a fresh harvest of vegetables, perfect for your next culinary adventure. From colorful potatoes to crisp leafy greens, Melina has gathered an abundant selection to ensure there's something for everyone.
Come visit Mirage Grove and fill your basket with the best produce Valaria has to offer. Melina can't wait to share the fruits of her labor with you—stop by today and experience the fresh produce!
Pet and Minimal Abilities Have Arrived
The creatures of Santae boast a diverse array of marvelous Abilities. Some can swim in the deep seas, others can soar through the skies -- and there are even more yet to be discovered! Pets and Minimals with unique Abilities now have them displayed on their profiles!.
On the profile page, Pet Abilities are listed beneath the pet's description. Look at the colored tags there for the names and descriptions of your pet's capabilities. Minimal Abilities are also featured on the pet profile, directly beneath where the name and age of the Minimal are displayed.
The different Pet Ability tags are color-coded, so it's easy to tell which capabilities a particular pet has at a glance.
You can even check which Abilities a Minimal has before you equip it to your pet! On the menu that pops up when you select a Minimal in your Inventory, you will see a list of the Abilities that Minimal can bestow when it is equipped. For example, the new dragon Minimals can grant your pet the power of Flight!
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Even More Delicious Fruits Are In Season
As the harvest continues, William is stocking even more delicious new treats in his shop. Visit William's Orchard Stand to sample 8 more brand-new fruits!
Whether you need them to help complete a culinary quest, or your pet wants to get a taste of one of everything for its food collection -- the Orchard Stand has what you need. Sweet plums, tangy huckleberries, and more -- the Autumn harvest brings a bounty of produce to Santae every year, so enjoy this abundant season!
Soar On Dragon Wings To New Heights
Silvershade has continued to keep an eye on the influx of dragon Minimals to Santae -- and they're sure of it now. These Minimals are all capable of sharing their powers with your pets!
Some pets have wings and magic that allow them explore the skies on their own. But for those that can't, equipping a dragon Minimal is the solution they need to take to the air. With a dragon as its companion, any pet can call on the Minimal's mystical energy to gain the power of flight!
Some of Santae's mysteries are sure to be found high above the ground. Prepare for adventure above the clouds by taming a dragon Minimal today!
Kickstarter Rewards
Thank you again for your Incredible support of the official Santae Kickstarter!
If you are a Kickstarter backer, you can claim your rewards by visiting the Kickstarter Redemption page and entering your Backer ID, Backer Email, and Pledge Amount. Rewards are available for Immediate redemption!
> Redeem Your Kickstarter Rewards Here! <
The official Redeem Rewards page can be used to add your Kickstarter rewards to your Santae account. Use the link above to get started, or navigate to the redemption page under "Main" in the main site navigation!
We are collaborating with all design-a tiers and if you haven't already, you should receive an email from us shortly with confirmation of your order details and a unique tracking number.
Future Releases Update
We have removed the Future Releases Calendar page
As a courtesy, the Staff team created a Future Releases Calendar page on which the return dates of Cash Shop and other limited-release items were listed. However, the presence of the Calendar -- and its maintenance -- were causing undue amounts of stress for staff and Adventurers alike, so we have elected to remove it.
We will still announce when items are in the cash shop and the date when they will return. However, we do not have the resources to make sure these dates are are consistently recorded and updated on a single page exactly at the time they are released. Removing the Calendar is the solution we've chosen to avoid the stress of having outdated or incomplete information.
As always, no item on Santae will ever fully retire! The removal of the Future Releases Calendar is not an indication that we plan to permanently retire items. As we go forward, you will always be able to refer to the News to learn when an item is released into or returning to the Cash Shop.
Thank you so much for your understanding!
With love and gratitude,
-The Santae Team
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Masters Of The Winds And Storms
After examining the materials in the library, Vespera and River went back outside to enjoy the fresh evening air in Halo Haven. They stood on a sheltered overlook, gazing out across the magnificent landscape before them.
From all the way up here, Vespera could see the land of Aleriea laid out like a patchwork quilt below. The Harmonic Heartwoods were a thick blanket of green leaves cut by brown cliffs. The Flamefall Cascades were a dark expanse traced by glowing streams of hot orange lava. More distant lands faded into the mist of the horizon, blending with the clouds that soared high up into the sky.
"It's so beautiful up here," Vespera remarked. A stiff breeze was picking up, ruffling her hair and River's crest of feathers. The wind carried a faint chill with it as it swept the towering clouds across the sky.
"It is." Scholar Orion's voice surprised Vespera. The old academic had walked out to join her on the overlook. "Our place in the sky gives us access to many wonders you can't experience on the ground below," Orion said, "but it comes with its dangers, as well."
"What do you mean?" Vespera asked, curious.
"Feel this wind?" Orion raised one hand to feel the intensifying gale. "I expect it will only get more intense. These skies are home to many legendary creatures of the air. By the looks of it, some of them are soon to visit."
"Legendary creatures? I couldn't possibly miss that!" Vespera grinned.
"I can see that you are determined," Orion replied. "You should be safe enough. Just remember to seek shelter if the storms become too intense." With a parting nod, Orion retreated back inside the library.
Vespera and River stayed to watch the sky as the winds continued to grow stronger and stronger, whistling past the islands of Halo Haven and making the floating halo-like hoops above each building quiver. The clouds swept by faster and faster, driven like a river before the gale. Vespera felt River's claws grip her shoulder tightly as the Raylen fought to stay securely perched.
Then -- she saw it! A flicker of movement even faster than the flow of the cloudscape. A birdlike Minimal, its feathers sporting the same blue-gray-white hues of the turbulent sky, was flying overhead at incredible speed!
With a flick of its long, bannerlike tail, the Minimal sent a current of air eddying across the sky. Vespera could see the windstorm given shape by the wisps of cloud spiraling around the Minimal as it soared past.
The clouds were thick and dark now, gathered up by the winds summoned by the long-tailed bird. Vespera felt a single cool drop of rain strike her as the sky rumbled with thunder overhead, threatening a storm.
Vespera gasped. High, high above -- higher even than the wind-summoning bird was flying -- a spark of electric blue light flashed into view. It zipped downwards in a dive, faster and faster, closer and closer!
Finally, it was close enough for Vespera to see. It was another bird with stormy blue feathers, trailing a bolt of lightning in its wake as it swept toward the earth. Thunder crashed all around as the storm intensified in the bird's wake.
The rain fell harder and harder as lightning flashed. Vespera and River were almost instantly soaked to the skin by the sudden squall of weather, but Vespera was thrilled. She had rarely seen creatures so powerful and exciting, and she was in no danger of being swept into the sky from her sturdy perch on the overlook.
At first, it seemed like the high winds and stormy weather would last into the evening -- but then, almost as quickly as they arrived, they started to disappear. A narrow seam of light opened up in the sky overhead, sending a sunbeam down to bathe Vespera and River in warmth.
Vespera shaded her eyes and looked up. The patch of calm weather was traveling and widening, as though a curtain was being pulled across the sky and sweeping the storm away. Gazing closer, Vespera was able to identify the culprit. At the leading edge of the clear patch, a third bird Minimal was soaring on outstretched wings that sparkled with dawnlike radiance. The other two had brought fearsome winds in their wake, but this Minimal was calming the skies.
As the skies finally cleared, Vespera and River watched the three bird Minimals circle together overhead. Truly the skies over Santae were full of wonders!
Befriend Cephyris, Thundarion, And Galestorm At Vespera's Shop
Vespera and River have braved the stormy skies to fly with these three amazing Minimals -- and now it's your turn! Whether you want to harness the intensity of the wind, experience the thrill of a lightning storm, or bask in a gentle breeze, these bird Minimals can connect you with the powers of the skies.
Visit the Vespera's Shop today to take Cephyris, Thundarion, and Galestorm home with you. Is one of these legendary fliers the perfect companion for your pet?
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Soaring Into The Clouds
Vespera let out a whoop of delight as River soared up into the clouds. Flying was exhilarating! Buoyed up by River's strong wings, Vespera felt like she could touch the sky itself. High above, wisps of icy cloud decorated the bright blue sky. Far down below, Vespera could see the tiny speck of River's shadow pacing them along the ground beneath.
Before long, a new shape appeared on the horizon. At first it was shrouded in mist, but then the brisk wind cleared the way for Vespera to see their destination. They were getting close to an archipelago of floating islands, connected by narrow hanging bridges.
It was Halo Haven -- and it was beautiful! The sun gleamed off of the white domed roofs of the stately buildings scattered across the islands. Most domes were crowned by gleaming golden hoops: The halos that gave this floating refuge its name.
Vespera clung to River's feathers as the Raylen stooped into a shallow dive, spiraling downwards to land in a cobbled courtyard outside one of the largest buildings. Vespera leaped lightly down from River's back and gratefully stretched out her legs, a little stiff after the long flight. Now that they were back on the ground, a shimmer of magic swirled around River and lifted away from her. As the sparkles of magical energy dissipated, the Raylen shrunk back to her normal size.
"We made it!" Vespera cheered, affectionately ruffling River's feathery crest. "Thanks for the ride -- but now I can give you a lift, again." River fluttered back to her typical perch on Vespera's shoulder with a chirp.
"Welcome," a deep voice startled Vespera and River, drawing their attention to the edge of the courtyard. A dignified-looking man in ornate, red scholarly robes was standing there, and had watched the adventurous duo arrive. "What brings you to Halo Haven?" He asked.
"Hello, sir," Vespera greeted him politely. "On the advice of our friend Rose Clearwater, we're looking for Scholar Orion. I was told he could help teach us more about an ancient mystery."
The old man's stern face relaxed into a smile. "You're in luck," he said. "I am Orion."
"It's an honor to meet you!" Vespera said. "Is what Rose said true? Are you an expert on Fossils?"
Scholar Orion's amber eyes widened in surprise. "Fossils? Why, yes. I have long made a study of Santae's ancient past. Why don't you come inside, and I will show you some of my research."
Vespera followed Orion from the warm, sunny courtyard into a cool, vaulted library. Tiny specks of airborne dust glowed like little stars in the streams of light lancing down through the windows. The shelves were lined with books and scrolls of every description. Vespera marveled at the sight. This was truly an incredible place of learning!
Orion led the way to a desk where an enormous tome was resting. He opened the book and flipped through the pages with the ease of long familiarity, finally pointing out a particular chapter.
"This book is very old," Orion said, "but the time it describes is far more ancient still. Eons ago, large reptiles and other creatures unlike any modern type roamed Santae. They lived among the species we know today." Orion's finger traced down the page as he summarized the ancient record.
"But, the history shows, these ancient creatures gradually vanished over the millennia. They left only fragments of themselves behind. Fossils."
"Like this one?" Vespera said, reaching into her pack to pull out the Fossil she had gotten from the traveler.
If Orion was surprised, he hid it well, but his white eyebrows did climb higher on his forehead. "Indeed," he said mildly, but his eager gaze betrayed his calm tone. "May I examine this?" He asked.
"Go ahead," Vespera handed the Fossil over. Orion held it delicately, tracing one finger over the imprints of feather and bone with a reverent touch. He examined it with a keen, knowing eye, taking a few moments to observe every detail. Then, he handed it back to Vespera with a nod.
"A remarkable find," Orion said. "And one invaluable to the next stage of my research. Would you be willing to collaborate with me to try and unlock these Fossils' deeper mysteries?"
"Of course!" Vespera exclaimed. "What do you need? What could we learn?"
"I believe," Orion intoned solemnly, "that with enough of these Fossil Fragments -- we could return the creatures of the ancient past to life."
"If my theory is correct, we will need eight Fossil Fragments in total." Orion continued to explain. "But collecting the Fossils will all be for naught if we can't find the final missing piece of the puzzle. We will require a legendary artifact known as the Resurrection Stone."
"What is the Resurrection Stone?" Vespera asked.
"It is ancient, and very powerful. To put it simply: It is an item imbued with magic capable of bringing the Fossils to life." Orion sighed. "But no-one has laid eyes on the Resurrection Stone for centuries."
"All hope is not lost, however," he continued. "Follow me." Orion closed the book and led Vespera to another part of the library. He selected a dusty scroll and unfurled it carefully, revealing a faded map.
"This ancient map contains symbols and markings that may indicate the location of the Resurrection Stone -- but further study is needed before I could say for sure. For now," Orion said, carefully rolling the map back up, "we should focus on finding the Fossil Fragments. The Stone will do us no good if we don't have enough Fossils to resurrect!"
"Of course!" Vespera replied. There were sure to be more Fossil Fragments waiting to be discovered out there. "There are so many Adventurers exploring Santae every day -- if we ask them to look, surely they'll be able to help discover what we need!"
Before further exploring Halo Haven, we must figure this mystery out. Until then you will not see anything available in this area.
New Items are Appearing Across Gathering Locations!
Some new growth has been spotted in a number of different gathering locations across Santae!
Send your pets gathering with some pouches from Tangle & Tote for your best chance to acquire these new items to use on your adventure!
Hunt For Hidden Avatars
Looking for the perfect avatar to express yourself on the Forums? Some exciting new options are available to you -- if you're able to discover them!
5 New Hidden Avatars are now available! Unlock them all by exploring and interacting with the world of Santae. Can you find where they are all hidden?
Exciting News: New Beta Testers Are Arriving!
The time has come! Starting at Midnight Santae Time (SST), our community will begin to welcome a fresh wave of Beta Testers into Santae! We are beyond excited to have these new Adventurers join us, and we know they’ll make Amazing friends along the way. Let’s all get ready to meet new Friends, share Stories, and enjoy even more Gifting!
To our existing members: you’re Amazing. Your warmth and Kindness make Santae a wonderful place, and we can't wait to see how you help our new testers feel right at home. Be sure to spread the Love, share your Experiences, and make this an Unforgettable Welcome!
Here’s to new Friendships and great Adventures ahead. Let's make this Beta an experience to Remember!
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