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Mount Mayon, Philippines © Per-Andre Hoffmann/Cavan

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Today on Bing August 30, 2021

Crater glow from Mount Mayon in the Philippines We’re taking a trip to Mount Mayon on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. The glowing lava you see is on the tip of the world's most perfectly shaped, symmetrical volcanic cone, which formed after years of eruptions from what is still an active stratovolcano. Mount Mayon has erupted dozens of times in the past 400 years, and there was a significant eruption as recently as 2018. Even this year, smaller white steam plume emissions and faint crater glow are sometimes visible. Mayon is located inside the UNESCO Albay Biosphere Reserve, as well as the Mayon Volcano Natural Park. Despite its active status, tourists still visit the park to view the volcano’s beauty.

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Featured on Bing August 30, 2021

Behold the 'perfect' cone How far would you have to travel for the 'perfect cone?' Well, probably not too far if you're talking ice cream. But if volcanoes are what you're looking for, you'll have to make your way to Mount Mayon on the Philippine island of Luzon. The glowing lava you see is on the tip of the world's most perfectly shaped, symmetrical volcanic cone, which formed after years of eruptions from what is still an active stratovolcano. Mount Mayon has erupted dozens of times in the past 400 years, and there was a significant eruption as recently as 2018. Even this year, smaller white steam plume emissions and faint crater glow are sometimes visible. Mayon is the most active volcano in an island nation full of active volcanos, and is located inside the UNESCO Albay Biosphere Reserve, as well as the Philippine's Mayon Volcano Natural Park. Despite its active status, tourists still flock to the park to view the unique beauty of this cone shaped spectacle.

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Featured on Bing August 30, 2021

Behold the 'perfect' cone How far would you have to travel for the 'perfect cone'? Well, probably not too far if you're talking ice cream. But if volcanoes are what you're looking for, you'll have to make your way to Mount Mayon on the Philippine island of Luzon. The glowing lava you see is on the tip of the world's most perfectly shaped, symmetrical volcanic cone, which formed after years of eruptions from what is still an active stratovolcano. Mount Mayon has erupted dozens of times in the past 400 years, and there was a significant eruption as recently as 2018. Even this year, smaller white steam plume emissions and faint crater glow are sometimes visible. Mayon is the most active volcano in an island nation full of active volcanos, and is located inside the UNESCO Albay Biosphere Reserve, as well as the Philippine's Mayon Volcano Natural Park. Despite its active status, tourists still flock to the park to view the unique beauty of this cone shaped spectacle.

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Featured on Bing August 30, 2021

Behold the 'perfect' cone How far would you have to travel for the 'perfect cone'? Well, probably not too far if you're talking ice cream. But if volcanoes are what you're looking for, you'll have to make your way to Mount Mayon on the Philippine island of Luzon. The glowing lava you see is on the tip of what many consider to be the world's most perfectly shaped, symmetrical volcanic cone. Mount Mayon has erupted dozens of times in the past 400 years, and there was a significant eruption as recently as 2018. Even this year, white steam plumes and a faint crater glow are sometimes visible. Mayon is the most active volcano in an island nation full of active volcanos. It's located inside the UNESCO Albay Biosphere Reserve as well as in the Philippine's Mayon Volcano Natural Park. Despite its active status, tourists still flock to the park to view the unique beauty of this cone-shaped spectacle.

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Featured on Bing 30 August 2021

Behold the 'perfect' cone That glowing lava is on the tip of the world's most perfectly shaped, symmetrical volcanic cone, which formed after years of eruptions from what is still an active stratovolcano. Mount Mayon, on the island of Luzon in the Philippines, has erupted dozens of times in the past 400 years, with a significant eruption as recently as 2018.

Even this year, smaller white steam plume emissions and a faint crater glow have sometimes been visible. Mayon is the most active volcano in an island nation full of active volcanoes, and is located inside the Unesco Albay Biosphere Reserve, as well as Mayon Volcano Natural Park. Despite its active status, tourists still flock here, drawn by the unique beauty of this cone-shaped spectacle.

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Cosmological Chronicle - Salir, The Plane of Air

The plane of air is a land of freedom, open to both scholars and scoundrels. A place were one can travel on currents of air and find the finest goods in any realm. It is also a realm of freezing blizzards and scorching sandstorms where lighting is commonplace and even the most skilled of flyers may find themselves buffeted into oblivion. Currency While some merchants may accept gold or other mortal currencies, The only universally accepted form of payment in Salir would be Aetherium most commonly Lesser Aetherium Shards. Culture and Custom Unlike the other Elemental Planes, Salir’s culture is very intermingled and cosmopolitan. It is not unusual to see creatures from other planes travailing and trading in Salir, as such the plane has truly become a melting pot. That being said most natives to the plane tend to be nomadic and free spirited. Wealth, Martial Skill, and Knowledge are often the main factors in determining ones social status in Salir. Treats and Entertainment The most common of tasty treats in Salir are Sugar Cloud Puffs and Rimecones both of which come in an abundance of flavors. Entertainment in Salir is quite varied, street performers, magicians, and musicians are all common, more exclusive and impressive are the grand music halls. but the grandest spectacle are the cloud-ship races, where the best sailors in Salir practice for the Aether Grand Regatta.

Places of Importance

Hoarfrost The Citadel of Rime Lonely, isolated, and deathly cold, it is from this frozen citadel that Moroz watches over the wilds, and tinkers away in his workshop. While the fortress itself is nearly unreachable, any who do manage to pass through its massive sapphire doors will find warm clothes, hot chocolate, and a burning fireplace to greet them. 

Stratovas Academy Home to scholars and mages from across the planes Stratovos is Zyphyr’s proudest achievement. The academy itself sits upon several floating islands in The Hitaru Reach. 

Boralis City of Auroras This grand city attracts many artists, musicians, and playwrights to its crystalline spires. The entire city pulses with scintillating colors and patterns, always dancing for the inspiration of all.

Rashad City of Sand Rashad is a major trade hub floating upon a ever-moving sandstorm. craftsmen, traders, and soldiers abound in the city of sand. The city’s many domes and minarets are decorated in mosaic tiles, precious metals, and jewels.

The Redwind Sirocco’s flagship, racing yacht, and pleasure barge, this sleek airship has crimson sails, countless cannon, and a soaring bronze griffon figurehead.

Gale The Citadel of Storms Suspended above a colossal cyclone and wreathed in lightning, The ancient fortress of the storm giants has never fallen to a hostile force. 

The Sandstone Stockade  Rashabar’s prison,��this solid tower of sandstone floats aloft in the eye of an unending hurricane, masked in fog, and buffeted by blizzards. None may come to this place save for Akaska herself. 

Individuals of Note

Akaska The Mother Of Winds A true and guiding wind Akaska is both kind and firm. She often appears as a wise old woman wearing the subdued garb of a queen mother. After being forced to imprison her beloved husband for the good of all, she handed administration of Salir over to her children. She only involves herself in politics to settle bickering between the children, Preferring to spend her time visiting with her husband in his prison. 

Moroz The North Wind The Eldest of Akaska’s children Moroz appears as a large rugged woodsman with a long white beard. His arms bear a tattooed script that is ever moving and changing. Despite his foreboding appearance Moroz Is kind and gentle, ever the friend of forest creatures and children.

Zyphyr The West Wind Calm and meditative Zyphyr is the scholar among Akaska’s children. Tall and gangly with flowing hair, he wears long robes and is a master of acrobatics. At times Zyphyr can be coy often choosing to test the intellect or skill of those he comes into contact with.

Sirocco The Southern WInd Adventurous and brash Akaska’s youngest child has a tendency to get himself into trouble. A skilled sailor he can often be found in daring battles with pirates and monsters alike. Sirocco is athletic with short fiery hair. He often dresses in red and orange outfits with a military look to them. While many see him as unreliable and aloofm when thing become dire Sirocco can always be counted on.

Zonda The Eastern Wind Taking more after her father then mother Zonda is temperamental and prone to outbursts of rage, followed by long dreary bouts of sadness and frustration with the unjust state of the world. She often appears as a poor girl clothed in rags with a mess of tangled hair. She tends to mingle among the common folk, often avoiding palaces and parties. It has been said that on the rare occasion that Zonda is dressed formally she is beautiful beyond compare. While harsh with those she does not know well, and practiced in cutting humor, she can be quite kind to those few who become close to her.

Rashabar The Black WInd Long imprisoned for his crimes, Akaska’s husband is a destructive force unlike any other within the plane of wind. It is said should he ever be released his wrath will scour all life from the land. No descriptions remain of Rashabar as all mention of him has been stricken from record.

The Lesser Winds Akaska has countless grandchildren whom command some measure of respect and power, but are too numerous to mention here.

Items of note

Windvein Compass This small metal disk projects an up to date map of wind currents in Salir, allowing one to safely and quickly traverse the plane.

Windsheer Blade These bladed weapons appear as a ornate hilt, however when swung they create a dense, fast moving line of air, more deadly then any metal blade. Windsheer Blades always have the finesse wielding and agile properties, and in addition they do an additional d6 of sonic damage.