Trivia for the Day Archives
This is an archive of previous trivia questions.
| Trivia | Highlight for Answer |
| July 18, 2008 (Random Friday): A "baker's dozen" translates to how many of something? A. 6 B. 11 C. 12 D. 13 |
D. 13 |
| July 17, 2008: Which one of these expansions' loading screens (seen while loading and zoning) did NOT feature Firiona Vie's likeness? A. Gates of Discord B. Omens of War C. Depths of Darkhollow D. The Serpent's Spine |
C. Depths of Darkhollow |
| July 16, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Skyfire Mountains |
| July 15, 2008: In the task arc for Solteris access, do you have to "Slay the Serpent" before or after you "Stop the Ritual"? | Before ("Slay the Serpent" is task #7; "Stop the Ritual" is task #8) |
| July 14, 2008: What is the name of the Guild Lobby's Magus? A. Aianya B. Alarus C. Alaria D. Wenla |
C. Alaria |
| July 11, 2008 (Random Friday): Which country owns the North Pole? A. Canada B. Denmark C. Russia D. None of the Above |
D. None of the Above (in fact, no country owns the area of the Arctic Ocean known as the "North Pole") |
| July 10, 2008: Which of the three Plane of Fear golems does NOT death touch? A. Dread B. Fright C. Terror |
C. Terror |
| July 9, 2008: Which of the following Plane of Sky island "bosses" is NOT triggered? A. Keeper of Souls B. Protector of Sky C. Sister of the Spire D. The Spire Lord |
D. The Spire Lord (Keeper is on a timer triggered by griffon/pegasus death; Protector is triggered by azarack deaths; Sister is triggered by speaking with Sirran the Lunatic) |
| July 8, 2008: The Plane of Hate's Eerie Chest drops one of the most coveted items in the plane: Shield of the Immaculate, which has a right-click... A. divine aura B. disease cure C. poison cure |
B. disease cure |
| July 4, 2008 (Random Friday): Approximately how many seconds are in a year? A. 15.5 million B. 24.0 million C. 31.5 million D. 42.5 million |
C. 31.5 million (31,536,000 +/- several thousand based on whether you count 365, 365.25, or 366 days) |
| July 3, 2008: How many tradeskills are limited to only one class? (And for bonus points, what are they?) | Two - Alchemy for Shamans and Poison Making for Rogues (if you counted Tinkering, that's a racial tradeskill) |
| July 2, 2008: The tutorial zone isn't the only place you'd find NPCs named after EQ developers. Which other zone pays homage to Rashere, Prathun, Maddoc, Rytan, and the like? (Hint: They're in much worse shape in this zone than they are in Gloomingdeep.) | Tacvi, Seat of the Slaver (their remains scattered throughout the temple) |
| July 1, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Dreadlands |
| June 30, 2008: Which server currently appears as the "Preferred Server" on the server select screen? | The Combine Server |
| June 27, 2008 (Random Friday): Songwriters Hall of Famer Neil Diamond attended New York University on a [_____] scholarship. A. cello B. fencing C. script writing D. track and field |
B. fencing |
| June 26, 2008: The elves of Bloodmoon Keep have had a pretty rough going. Not only did the Bloodmoon orcs bring a curse into the elven temple, but they were previously subjects of another curse courtesy of whom? A. Erollisi Marr B. Innoruuk C. Mayong Mistmoore |
C. Mayong Mistmoore (who laid a dark curse upon the elven temple due a perceived threat to his castle) |
| June 25, 2008: What is the name of the ghost found on the ground floor of the Estate of Unrest? (Hint: He carries a Battleworn Canteen.) | Torklar Battlemaster |
| June 24, 2008: Upon completing the Muramite Proving Grounds raid trial "Mastery of [_____]", you receive an item called "Mastery of Tactics Rune". | Upon completing the Muramite Proving Grounds raid trial "Mastery of [Foresight]", you receive an item called "Mastery of Tactics Rune". |
| June 23, 2008: Where would you find a tavern called The Seafarer's Roost? A. Erudin B. Freeport C. Qeynos D. Ocean of Tears |
B. Freeport |
| June 20, 2008 (Random Friday): What is the name of the world's largest sand desert? (Hint: It is over 3 million square miles in area and stretches through 10 nations.) | Sahara (in northern Africa) |
| June 19, 2008: Who or what is Chief Kalan? A. a Coldain dwarf B. a Deathfist orc C. a Dreadspire vampire D. an Othmir |
D. an Othmir |
| June 18, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Solusek Ro's Tower |
| June 17, 2008: The berserker class was introduced with which expansion? | Gates of Discord |
| June 16, 2008: In which wing of Ashengate would you find a graveyard? A. East B. West C. North |
A. East |
| June 13, 2008 (Random Friday): Which "Lord of the Rings" movie won the most Academy Awards? A. The Fellowship of the Ring B. The Two Towers C. The Return of the King |
C. The Return of the King, with 11 Oscars (Fellowship won 4; Two Towers won 2) |
| June 12, 2008: How many efreetis are in the quest room of the Plane of Sky? A. 8 B. 11 C. 14 |
C. 14 |
| June 11, 2008: Drakkins can be any of the following classes EXCEPT: A. Druid B. Monk C. Paladin D. Shaman |
D. Shaman |
| June 10, 2008: The original wizard epic is called the Staff of the Four. "The Four" refers to four wizards who, at one time, were loyal followers of Solusek Ro. After plotting against him, however, they met with some misfortune. How many of the four are still alive? A. All of them B. One of them C. None of them |
B. One of them (Arantir Karondor still lives while Gabstik Firepot, Demunir Scry, and Sylen Tyrn met their demises in various ways) |
| June 9, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Velketor's Labyrinth |
| June 6, 2008 (Random Friday): This past March, an EF2 tornado hit the downtown district of which of these cities? A. Nashville, Tennessee B. Atlanta, Georgia C. Miami, Florida D. Cleveland, Ohio |
B. Atlanta, Georgia |
| June 5, 2008: The gnolls of Blackburrow are on a faction called the "[_____] of Blackburrow". | The gnolls of Blackburrow are on a faction called the "[Sabertooths] of Blackburrow". |
| June 4, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Kedge Keep |
| June 3, 2008: The first event in Solteris involves Mayong Mistmoore's three "Mistresses". This isn't their first appearance. In which expansion did they previously appear? | Depths of Darkhollow (Althea, Brenda, and Christine in the Demiplane of Blood) |
| June 2, 2008: Who or what is Jorlleag? A. a brownie B. a dragon C. a murkglider D. an orc |
B. a dragon (whose home is the Temple of Veeshan) |
| May 30, 2008 (Random Friday): Which one of these names was NOT among the Social Security Administration's Top 10 most popular female baby names for 2007? A. Emily B. Hannah C. Kendra D. Sophia |
C. Kendra (Emily was #1; Sophia #6; Hannah #9 - while Kendra was #202) |
| May 29, 2008: King Mustef is a named [_____] in Dragonscale Hills. A. doombug B. shadowcat C. viper |
B. shadowcat |
| May 28, 2008: Twelve torrid elementals can be found in the lair of which NPC in Solusek Ro's Tower? A. Arlyxir B. Rizlona C. Solusek Ro D. Xuzl |
A. Arlyxir |
| May 27, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Loping Plains |
| May 26, 2008: What is the name of the S.H.I.P. Workshop's chief administrator? A. Belnot B. Grigano C. Gyrzim D. Meldrath |
B. Grigano |
| May 23, 2008 (Random Friday): Approximately what percentage of the human body is water? A. 40% B. 65% C. 85% |
B. 65% |
| May 22, 2008: Chardok is located in which corner of the Burning Woods? A. northeast B. northwest C. southeast |
A. northeast |
| May 21, 2008: In which city would you find the Anthenaeum Necromanita? A. Cabilis B. Neriak C. Paineel |
C. Paineel (it is a library) |
| May 20, 2008: Upon speaking with Prime Researcher Elnot Waymun and initiating the task arc for Solteris access, the first NPC you are sent to is... A. Archarcanist Kirstmycl B. Associate Researcher Plik C. Tactician Sodut |
B. Associate Researcher Plik |
| May 19, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | The Feerrott |
| May 16, 2008 (Random Friday): TWO of these cities share the same time zone. Which two? A. Manila, Philippines B. Seoul, South Korea C. Sydney, Australia D. Tokyo, Japan |
B & D (Seoul and Tokyo. Manila is -1; Sydney is +1) |
| May 15, 2008: Which god separated Ashengate, the Reliquary of Veeshan's Scale, from the rest of the dragons' Nest? | Solusek Ro, in perhaps an inadvertent act while creating the Serpent's Spine Mountains. |
| May 14, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Dragonscale Hills |
| May 13, 2008: The network of tunnels and rooms buried beneath the tundra of Antonica is named after a famed Erudite, Miragul. What class is he? A. Enchanter B. Magician C. Necromancer D. Shadow Knight |
C. Necromancer |
| May 12, 2008: Which god rules over the Plane of Magic? | Druzzil Ro |
| May 9, 2008 (Random Friday): The reality show "Survivor" is currently finishing up its [_____] season. A. 10th B. 12th C. 14th D. 16th |
D. 16th |
| May 8, 2008: "Silence of the Snake", a focus that reduces hate generated by spells, is an effect on which class's Epic 1.5? A. Druid B. Enchanter C. Wizard |
A. Druid |
| May 7, 2008: How many golem essences must be gathered in the process of creating a key to Crystallos? A. 8 B. 10 C. 12 |
B. 10 |
| May 6, 2008: What is the name of the named biodisposal mass that spawns in the basement of Meldrath's Majestic Mansion? (Hint: It drops some of its own "glop".) | Glorb |
| May 5, 2008: A Dreadspire vampire named Arturos has numerous pet bats: Cedric, Hanna, Ellis, Maximillion, Etrias, and one bat that has gone missing. What is the missing bat's name? | Redfang |
| May 2, 2008 (Random Friday): Was Barack Obama born before or after Hillary Clinton graduated from high school? | Before (Barack Obama was born in 1961 while Hillary Clinton graduated high school in 1965.) |
| May 1, 2008: Was Solteris (end zone of The Buried Sea) beaten for the first time before or after the Secrets of Faydwer expansion was officially announced? | After (Solteris was beaten in June 2007 while Secrets of Faydwer was announced in May 2007) |
| April 30, 2008: Did the Bazaar go live before or after the Firiona Vie (Roleplaying) Server was launched? | After (the Bazaar went live in July 2002 while the Firiona Vie Server launched in October 2001) |
| April 29, 2008: Were soulbinders introduced before or after the launch date of the Luclin expansion? | After (Soulbinders were introduced on December 20, 2001, a few weeks after Luclin's launch) |
| April 28, 2008: Were hot zones introduced before or after Freeport was revamped? | Before (hot zones were intoduced four years ago today, April 28, 2004, while Freeport was revamped in February 2006) |
| April 25, 2008 (Random Friday): In which city do Major League Baseball's Florida Marlins play? A. Jacksonville B. Melbourne C. Miami D. Orlando |
C. Miami |
| April 24, 2008: The librarian of Crescent Reach is interested in the snout of a particular drake in Ashengate: [_____] the Abberation | Ambersnout |
| April 23, 2008: Unicorns are generally a rare sight in Norrath. A whole host of them, however, can be found in which Prophecy of Ro zone? (Hint: Look to the past.) | The Elddar Forest |
| April 22, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Torden, the Bastion of Thunder |
| April 21, 2008: The Plane of Growth is entered via a portal in which Velious zone? | The Wakening Land |
| April 18, 2008 (Random Friday): Birds are... A. cold-blooded B. warm-blooded C. a mix of the above |
B. warm-blooded |
| April 17, 2008: In the eastern part of the Everfrost Peaks is the entrance to... A. Blackburrow B. Halas C. Permafrost Keep |
C. Permafrost Keep |
| April 16, 2008: In the original Plane of Mischief was an NPC named Chuckles the Great. He/She/It was a... A. halfling B. mushroom man C. ratman |
C. ratman |
| April 15, 2008: To which faction does Chieftain Relae Aderi belong? A. Dark Reign B. Norrath's Keepers C. Beta Neutral |
B. Norrath's Keepers |
| April 14, 2008: The backflag for Deathknell, Tower of Dissonance is called... A. Twisted Harp Resonator B. Torn Harp String C. Twisted Harp String |
C. Twisted Harp String |
| April 11, 2008 (Random Friday): The novel Moby Dick was inspired in part by an 1820 incident in which a ship was attacked and sunk by a sperm whale. What was the name of the ship? A. Essex B. Moby Dick C. Mocha D. The Nantucket |
A. Essex |
| April 10, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Thalassius, the Coral Keep |
| April 9, 2008: Which TWO of the following Kunark armor types are plate? A. Blood Ember B. Deepwater C. Jaundiced Bone D. Mrylokar's |
A & B (Blood Ember, Shadowknight; Deepwater, Paladin) |
| April 8, 2008: Coirnav of the Plane of Water is an avatar of which three gods? | E'Ci, Povar, and Tarew Marr |
| April 7, 2008: An enchanter's werewolf illusion spell increases each of the following, EXCEPT... A. Attack B. Attack Speed C. Dexterity D. Strength |
C. Dexterity (which is raised by the "Boon of the Garou" spell, but not the original "Illusion: Werewolf".) |
| April 4, 2008 (Random Friday): The word "and" is a... A. clause B. conjunction C. predicate D. preposition |
B. conjunction |
| April 3, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Ak'Anon |
| April 2, 2008: The gargoyles which appear in the Terris Thule encounter are called "a [_____] gargoyle". A. gargantuan B. gravelly C. grotesque D. gruesome |
C. grotesque |
| April 1, 2008: What is the name of the boar farmer in the Plane of Tactics? (Hint: Among his drops is the Blood Runed Battle Wand.) | Glykus Helmir |
| March 31, 2008: Vual Stoutest, Glopruk Tigglum, Xyzelauna Tu`Valzir, and Soulbinder Tania are all a part of a Wayfarer camp in which zone? | Butcherblock Mountains |
| March 28, 2008 (Random Friday): What is the only prime number that can result from the form ab + ba, where a and b are also prime numbers? | 17 (23 + 32 = 17) |
| March 27, 2008: The druid spell "Wind of the North" ports the druid's group to which zone? A. Dreadlands B. Emerald Jungle C. Skyfire Mountains |
C. Skyfire Mountains |
| March 26, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Burning Woods |
| March 25, 2008: The Tower of Death in Cabilis serves as the guild hall for which class? | Necromancer |
| March 24, 2008: What is the name of the item received upon completing the 9th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt? | "Brick of Knowledge" |
| March 21, 2008 (Random Friday): The line "They're here!" was made famous by what paranormal movie? (Hint: It was spoken by the youngest member of the movie's cast.) | "Poltergeist" |
| March 20, 2008: Valdeholm's King Odeen has six personal Highkeeper guards. What is the name of the Highkeeper of Arts? A. Serjar B. Geriok C. Hanlo D. Velketor |
A. Serjar |
| March 19, 2008: Mind Worm Meat can be used to bake steaks that boost which stats? A. mana/stamina B. hitpoints/strength |
A. mana/stamina |
| March 18, 2008: Meldrath the Malignant drops the lost crystal of Kerafyrm. What is the crystal's in-game name? | "Oil Stained Crystal" |
| March 17, 2008: In the in-game EQ atlas, "Plane of Time B" is referred to as the "Prison of the [_____]". | In the in-game EQ atlas, "Plane of Time B" is referred to as the "Prison of the [Forsaken]". |
| March 14, 2008 (Random Friday): The three most populous countries in North America are the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Which is fourth most populous? A. Cuba B. Dominican Republic C. Guatemala |
C. Guatemala at ~14.7 million (Cuba ~11 million; Dominican Republic ~9 million) |
| March 13, 2008: The top floor of the Plane of Knowledge library is reached by elevator. How many NPCs are on this floor? A. 5 B. 8 C. 11 |
B. 8 (Maelin; 4 aids; 3 councilmembers) |
| March 12, 2008: How many shissars are in Emperor Ssraeshza's chamber (assuming it is fully spawned)? | Nine (did you remember to count the Emperor himself?) |
| March 11, 2008: How many portal stones are in the Plane of Knowledge? A. 18 B. 20 C. 22 D. 24 |
D. 24 |
| March 10, 2008: How many dragons are found in Relic, the Artifact City? | Three (They are Ashenback, Tsikut, and Shar`Drahn.) |
| March 7, 2008 (Random Friday): The House of [_____] is the current Royal House of the United Kingdom. A. Windsor B. York C. Victoria D. Pancakes |
A. Windsor |
| March 6, 2008: In Solteris, the statues of Mistmoore are on the same island as the... A. fountain of light B. portal to Dreadspire C. shrine of Ro D. sun dial |
D. sun dial |
| March 5, 2008: Wembly the Forlorn, a gnome in the Plane of Storms, will grant you access to [which zone?] if you bring him four Quarters of a Diaku Emblem. | Plane of Tactics AKA Drunder, Fortress of Zek |
| March 4, 2008: A vendor-bought Star of Odus is required for the legs portion of what type of armor? A. Dark Forged B. Ivy Etched C. Lambent |
B. Ivy Etched |
| February 29, 2008 (Random Friday): Only ONE of the following years will be a leap year. Which one? A. 2100 B. 2500 C. 2800 D. 3000 |
C. 2800 (for centuries, only those divisible by 400 are considered leap years) |
| February 28, 2008: Romiak Jusathorn, Dooly Jonkers, and Nusk Treton are all members which Freeport caster faction? | Arcane Scientists |
| February 27, 2008: The giant clockwork spider that patrols Meldrath's Fortress Mechanotus is called "[_____] the Collector". | The giant clockwork spider that patrols Meldrath's Fortress Mechanotus is called "[Octa] the Collector". |
| February 26, 2008: Frogloks can be all of these classes, EXCEPT: A. Magician B. Necromancer C. Rogue D. Warrior |
A. Magician |
| February 25, 2008: The area at which the boats to Kunark and Antonica dock in the Butcherblock Mountains is known as "Port [_____]". | The area at which the boats to Kunark and Antonica dock in the Butcherblock Mountains is known as "Port [Faydwer]". |
| February 22, 2008 (Random Friday): Which one of these "Three Stooges" actors is not related to the others? A. Curly B. Larry C. Moe D. Shemp |
B. Larry (The actors who played Curly, Moe, and Shemp were brothers.) |
| February 21, 2008: What are the gnolls of Blightfire Moors called? (In game: "a _____ miner"; "a _____ rock breaker".) | Mucktail |
| February 20, 2008: Who is Gash Flockwalker? A. Royal Observer of Ak'Anon B. Surefall Ambassador to Qeynos C. Undead Captain of the Bloodcrest |
B. Surefall Ambassador to Qeynos |
| February 19, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Plane of Storms |
| February 18, 2008: Akhevans in Vex Thal have different titles depending on their level. The highest level title is "Eom". What is the lowest level title? A. Pli B. Qua C. Zov D. Zun |
B. Qua, level 55 (Zov, 58; Zun, 61; Pli, 64) |
| February 15, 2008 (Random Friday): The French word "seize" translates to what number? A. 6 B. 16 C. 60 D. None of the above |
B. 16 |
| February 14, 2008: What is the name of the ship in the Abysmal Sea? A. Queen of the Sea B. Queen of the North C. Queen of the West D. Queen of Thorns |
D. Queen of Thorns |
| February 13, 2008: True or False? There are NO portal spells to the Eastern Wastes. | True (You can port to Iceclad and the Great Divide, but not the Eastern Wastes). |
| February 12, 2008: In the Freeport task "The Arena Master's Challenge", the final wave consists of only one NPC. What race is it? A. evil eye B. froglok ghost C. giant D. orc |
A. evil eye |
| February 11, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Butcherblock Mountains |
| February 8, 2008 (Random Friday): While there are only a few U.S. states whose names both begin with a vowel and end with a vowel, two of them are actually next to each other on a map. Which two? | Indiana and Ohio (while Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Iowa, and Oklahoma are all off on their own) |
| February 7, 2008: Two wolves called Ghost and Snowtail are in Sullon Zek's Tower of Razorthorn. Which has the title "Guardian of Razorthorn"? A. Ghost B. Snowtail C. Both of them D. Neither of them |
C. Both of them |
| February 6, 2008: What race is Warlord Tk`kik`tthik? A. Underbulk B. Fungus Fiend C. Shik`nar D. High Elf |
C. Shik`nar |
| February 5, 2008: Who has a bounty out for Chief Ry`Gorr's Head? A. Dain Frostreaver IV B. Garadain Glacierbane C. Loremaster Borannin D. Lord Yelinak |
B. Garadain Glacierbane, as part of the 8th Coldain Insignia Ring quest |
| February 4, 2008: True or False? The first four steps of the task "Beyond the Barrier", during which you gain access to Crystallos, require you to find four Crystal Base containers. The Cloudy Crystal Base is found in the Loping Plains. | True |
| February 1, 2008 (Random Friday): The New England Patriots scored the most points this NFL season. Which team scored the second-most? A. Dallas Cowboys B. Green Bay Packers C. Indianapolis Colts D. New York Giants |
A. Dallas Cowboys with 455 (Colts, 450; Packers, 435; Giants, 373) |
| January 31, 2008: Upon his death in the Asylum of Anguish, [who?] utters the words "There are worlds other than these." | Overlord Mata Muram |
| January 30, 2008: The emote, "You seem to have entered an energy field... Images of despair fill your mind!" is a trap trigger in... A. Chardok B. Grieg's End C. Plane of Torment D. The Nexus |
A. Chardok |
| January 29, 2008: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Toxxulia Forest |
| January 28, 2008: What is the command used to toggle the in-game compass on and off? (Hint: It is a two-button combination.) | ALT + D |
| January 25, 2008 (Random Friday): Which planet is known as the "Jewel of the Solar System"? A. Earth B. Mercury C. Saturn D. Venus |
C. Saturn |
| January 24, 2008: What is the name of the dragon pictured here, and in which zone would you find it? | Suled Dar's Shade of the Skyfire Mountains |
| January 23, 2008: In which city would you find the Tower of the Crimson Hands? | Erudin (it is the wizard guild hall in Erudin Palace) |
| January 22, 2008: The first five letters of the Norrathian Alphabet are Azia, [_____], Caza, [_____], and Ena. | The first five letters of the Norrathian Alphabet are Azia, Beza, Caza, Dena, and Ena. |
| January 21, 2008: A being named "Overlord Banord [_____]" oversees the puslings in the Ruins of Lxanvom (otherwise known as the Crypt of Decay). | Paffa |
| January 18, 2008 (Random Friday): The highest wind speed ever recorded in New York City was... A. 69 mph (111 km/h) B. 90 mph (145 km/h) C. 113 mph (182 km/h) D. 130 mph (209 km/h) |
C. 113 mph (182 km/h), as Hurricane Hazel passed by in October 1954. |
| January 17, 2007: The second time Lethar is encountered in the Ashengate North raid, he is disguised. What is he illusioned as? | A High Elf |
| January 16, 2008: A drachnid called "Legionniare [_____]" is arguably the rarest of the five Demiplane "aug mobs". A. Silkbinder B. Silkspinner C. Silkthreader D. Silkweaver |
A. Silkbinder |
| January 15, 2008: Lydia Pope ("Zatozia") became EverQuest's Community Relations Manager in March 2007. Who did she replace? | Christina Delzer ("Kytherea", who became the International Community Manager) |
| January 14, 2008: Of the 16 races, only two of them are NOT able to be warriors. Which two? | Erudite and High Elf |
| January 11, 2008 (Random Friday): What is the largest bone in the human body? | The femur (thigh bone) |
| January 10, 2008: In which zone would you find this object? (Click for Visual) | Plane of Tranquility |
| January 9, 2008: Odeen Wulfnor is the king of the Krithgor giants. What is the name of Odeen's father? | Beltron |
| January 8, 2008: What is the Druid spell "Mire Thorns"? A. a damage shield B. a plant-only charm C. a root D. a snare |
D. a snare |
| January 7, 2008: Zhubis the Griffon Trainer grants access to raids in Ashengate East. What is the name of the faction he is on? | Infiltrators and Traitors of Ashengate |
| January 4, 2008 (Random Friday): What is the capital of Australia? A. Brisbane B. Canberra C. Melbourne D. Sydney |
B. Canberra |
| January 3, 2008: The sarnak imitator of the Burning Woods is actually someone illusioned as a sarnak. What is his real name? (Hint: He is involved in the enchanter epic quests.) | Jeb Lumsed |
| January 2, 2008: Horses were introduced with which expansion? | Luclin |
| December 31, 2007: One of the two leaders of the Clan Direwind gnolls is Severan. What is the name of the other leader? | Narseekin |
| December 28, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these 2007 movie releases had the highest domestic gross profit? A. Shrek the Third B. Spider-Man 3 C. The Simpsons Movie D. Transformers |
Spider-Man 3 (which took in ~$336 million in North American theaters) |
| December 27, 2007: Parts of Velishoul's and Tasarin's grimoires and tomes can be found throughout Norrath. These two enchanters were part of a group called the Circle of [_____] prior to being killed in a battle with Seru's forces. A. Light B. Radiance C. the Crown D. the Faceless |
A. Light |
| December 24, 2007: What is in the missing section of this screenshot of the original EverQuest loading screen? A. an ice dragon B. an orc C. two gnolls D. two half elves |
C. two gnolls (click here to see the original) |
| December 21, 2007 (Random Friday): Six of Santa Claus's original eight reindeer are Dancer, Prancer, Comet, Cupid, Donder, and Blitzen. What are the names of the other two reindeer? (No, Rudolph is not one of them.) | Dasher and Vixen |
| December 20, 2007: What is the name of the key to Vex Thal? | The Scepter of Shadows |
| December 19, 2007: Vrald, a dwarf found in the Loping Plains, will give you a 100% weight-reduction container called Vrald's Silken Sack if you find out what happened to his lost... A. brother B. heirloom C. map D. none of the above |
A. brother |
| December 18, 2007: Many of Ak'Anon's evil guild halls are located in an area of the city known as the Mines of [_____]. A. Dismay B. Malevolence C. Malfunction D. Malice |
C. Malfunction |
| December 17, 2007: A shield called Circular Crystalline Formation is one of few POP-era items with +7 mana regeneration (then known as "Flowing Thought VII"). It drops from which Plane of Earth ring event? A. Dust B. Mud C. Stone D. Vine |
A. Dust |
| December 14, 2007 (Random Friday): Which one of these political figures is a Nobel Peace Prize winner? A. Franklin D. Roosevelt B. Mahatma Gandhi C. Margaret Thatcher D. Al Gore |
D. Al Gore, who received this year's prize |
| December 13, 2007: The Rathe Council consists of how many members? | 12 |
| December 12, 2007: In which zone would you find this object? (Click for Visual) | Plane of Mischief |
| December 11, 2007: Which guild was the first to defeat the final event in Solteris, the Throne of Ro? A. Darkwind B. Raging Fury C. Triality D. Township Rebellion |
C. Triality (June 8, 2007) |
| December 10, 2007: Armor of Forbidden Rites is worn by [which class?] and results from a quest out of [which zone?]. A. Clerics; Skyshrine B. Clerics; Thurgadin C. Paladins; Skyshrine D. Paladins; Thurgadin |
B. Clerics; Thurgadin |
| December 7, 2007 (Random Friday): To "walk on eggshells" is to be... A. cautious B. disorderly C. noisy D. obvious E. preoccupied |
A. cautious |
| December 6, 2007: Four types of dragorn guards spawn during the encounter with Warden Hanvar. Three of them are "an elite guard", "a veteran guard", and "a seasoned guard". The fourth type is "a _____ guard". | "a weathered guard" |
| December 5, 2007: Grigak the Champion is the final encounter in a group task involving Razorthorn, the Tower of Sullon Zek. What is the name of the task? | Hero's Challenge |
| December 4, 2007: The zone 'Chardok: Halls of Betrayal' was patched onto live servers five months after the release of which expansion? | Legacy of Ykesha (LOY was released in February 2003; Chardok B went live in July 2003.) |
| December 3, 2007: The coastline of the Overthere is located in which part of the zone? A. North B. East C. South D. West |
A. North |
| November 30, 2007 (Random Friday): What city's NHL, NFL, and NBA team names are all named after birds? | Atlanta (the Thrashers, Falcons, and Hawks) |
| November 29, 2007: In which zone would you find this object? (Click for Visual) | Ssraeshza Temple |
| November 28, 2007: Warped Steel is to plate classes and Alloy-Linked is to chain classes as [what?] is to leather classes. | Scratched Hide (Tier 2 SOF Armor) |
| November 27, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Bastion of Thunder |
| November 26, 2007: Lynuga, a Troll frequently seen wandering Innothule Swamp, has a reputation for peddling stolen [_____]. A. artifacts B. coins C. gems D. jewelry |
C. gems |
| November 23, 2007 (Random Friday): The Wright brothers are credited with building the world's first practical airplane. What were the first names of the two brothers? | Orville and Wilbur |
| November 22, 2007: In which Secrets of Faydwer zone would you find the Citadel of Tri`Qaras? | Dragonscale Hills |
| November 21, 2007: In the Plane of Knowledge, the entrance to the Bazaar is [_____] of the entrance to the Guild Lobby. A. North B. South |
A. North |
| November 20, 2007: Among Velketor the Sorcerer's drops are two items specific for each silk class. Velketor's Boots and Gloves of Bladecalling are only useable by whom? A. Enchanters B. Magicians C. Necromancers D. Wizards |
B. Magicians |
| November 19, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | East Karana |
| November 16, 2007 (Random Friday): You wouldn't know it by watching the credits, but Steven Zirnkilton plays/played a prominent role in which of these television series? A. 24 B. Heroes C. Law and Order D. The Three Stooges |
Law and Order (He is the narrator of the show. "In the criminal justice system ... These are their stories.") |
| November 15, 2007: Overseer Gakkor Deepscar leads a clan of [_____]. A. Blackwater Bandits B. Bloodmoon Wereorcs C. Kirkoten Minotaurs |
C. Kirkoten Minotaurs |
| November 14, 2007: Which god brought his/her wrath upon the embattled villages of Kirathas and Blackwater within the Hills of Shade, cursing their residents to forever relive past mistakes? A. Erollisi Marr B. Innoruuk C. Quellious |
A. Erollisi Marr |
| November 13, 2007: Which of Meldrath's three Gyrospire Towers was destroyed in an attack by the Gnomes of Ak'Anon? A. Azia B. Beza C. Zeka |
A. Azia |
| November 12, 2007: What is the name of Kerafyrm the Awakened's lair? | Crystallos |
| November 9, 2007 (Random Friday): Which city is the world's southernmost national capital? A. Antananarivo, Madagascar B. Buenos Aires, Argentina C. Santiago, Chile D. Wellington, New Zealand |
D. Wellington, New Zealand |
| November 8, 2007: This screenshot shows an area in which part of Old Sebilis? A. Upper level east wing B. Upper level south wing C. Upper level west wing D. Lower Sebilis |
A. Upper level east wing |
| November 7, 2007: Shadowstalker is a feran found in which zone? | Riftseeker's Sanctum |
| November 6, 2007: Familiars were introduced with which expansion? | Luclin |
| November 5, 2007: What is the name of Shar Vahl's king? | Raja Kerrath |
| November 2, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these professions is related to odontology? A. dentistry B. photography C. psychiatry D. zookeeping |
A. dentistry (odontology relates to the teeth) |
| November 1, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Cobalt Scar |
| October 31, 2007: The werewolves of the Plane of Nightmare (seen here) are known as what? ("a _____"; "a ravenous _____") | Nightstalkers ("a nightstalker"; "a ravenous nightstalker") |
| October 30, 2007: Lady Usher of Arcstone is involved in the crafting of spirit-forged armor from the Plane of Magic. What race is she? | Human |
| October 29, 2007: What is the name of the rogue-only piercer that drops in Tacvi, Seat of the Slaver? And for bonus points, what is the name of the NPC that drops it? | Discordant Dagger of Night, which drops from Zun`Muram Yihst Vor |
| October 26, 2007 (Random Friday): Which US state is the movie "Halloween" set in? And if you're a real Halloween buff: What is the name of the fictional city that serves as the movie's principal setting? | Haddonfield, Illinois |
| October 25, 2007: Gorenaire is on Ring of Scale faction and thus opposes each of the following factions EXCEPT: A. Firiona Vie B. League of Antonican Bards C. Mayong Mistmoore D. Venril Sathir |
A. Firiona Vie |
| October 24, 2007: The Steamfont Mountains are home to two types of elementals: Earth Elementals and [_____] Elementals (known in game as "a/an _____ elemental"). | Steam ("a steam elemental") |
| October 23, 2007: What is the name of the giant ooze that spawns in the pit of Valdeholm? (Hint: One of its drops is the Lorekeeper Charm Necklace.) | "The Void" |
| October 22, 2007: Which god had the surname "McKlarren" when he/she was a mortal? | Sullon Zek |
| October 19, 2007 (Random Friday): The main asteroid belt in our solar system lies between the orbits of which two planets? A. Saturn and Uranus B. Jupiter and Saturn C. Mars and Jupiter D. Mercury and Venus |
C. Mars and Jupiter |
| October 18, 2007: Unscramble this to make out the name of a notable NPC (one word): MNIQELULA | MNIQELULA = Quillmane, a Pegasus of the Karana Plains |
| October 17, 2007: Unscramble this to make out the name of a notable NPC (one word): OAARNARY | OAARNARY = Aaryonar of the Temple of Veeshan |
| October 16, 2007: Unscramble this to make out the name of a notable NPC (two words): SMEERRRCPHOU | SMEERRRCPHOU = Emperor Crush, leader of the Crushbone Orcs |
| October 15, 2007: Unscramble this to make out the name of a notable NPC (one word): EEASRFRTTHOM | EEASRFRTTHOM = Stormfeather, an elusive griffon in Iceclad Ocean |
| October 12, 2007 (Random Friday): Put the following countries in order from lowest to highest population densities (number of people per square mile): A. Australia B. Egypt C. India D. Italy |
A, B, D, C (Australia, ~7/sq. mile; Egypt, ~200/sq. mile; Italy, ~500/sq. mile; India ~850/sq. mile) |
| October 11, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Warsliks Wood |
| October 10, 2007: What is the name of the Dragoon General in the Overthere Dark Elven Outpost? (Hint: He is a Shadow Knight complete with a pet.) | General V`Deers |
| October 9, 2007: The Foreboding Prison and Cauldron of Lost Souls are two zones within which Lost Dunegons of Norrath theme? A. Deepest Guk B. Miragul's Menagerie C. Mistmoore Catacombs D. Rujarkian Hills |
A. Deepest Guk |
| October 8, 2007: The "Hardened [_____] of Purity" is one of three random augmentation drops in Ashengate, Reliquary of the Scale. | The "Hardened Coalstone of Purity" is one of three random augmentation drops in Ashengate, Reliquary of the Scale. |
| October 5, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these NHL teams has won three or more Stanley Cups? A. Calgary Flames B. Colorado Avalanche C. New Jersey Devils D. Philadelphia Flyers |
C. New Jersey Devils |
| October 4, 2007: Each of the four elemental gods drops a chest-slot armor piece specific to one of the four class equipment types. The chest piece from Xegony, the Queen of Air, is useable by which class type? A. Chain B. Leather C. Plate D. Silk |
D. Silk (the "Vest of Phoenix Feathers") |
| October 3, 2007: Which of these items, each from the Cragbeast Queen, is part of the Natimbi quest to obtain a weapon called the "Lodestar"? A. Glowing Bile Drenched Jewel B. Misshapen Cragbeast Flesh C. Phosphorescent Bile D. Scales of the Cragbeast Queen |
C. Phosphorescent Bile |
| October 2, 2007: The Arena is located next to which zone? | Lake Rathetear |
| October 1, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Zhisza, the Shissar Sanctuary |
| September 28, 2007 (Random Friday): To describe a person as a "lubber" is to say he or she is: A. clumsy B. conceited C. jolly D. repulsive |
A. clumsy |
| September 27, 2007: Put the following landmarks in the Theater of Blood in order from north to south as they are situated in the zone. A. Tower of Deathknell B. Gnarlibramble's Valley C. The Pipe Organ D. Valik's Island |
D, A, B, C (Valik; Deathknell; Gnarlibramble; Pipe Organ) |
| September 26, 2007: Kithicor's General V`ghera will give you a mask called "Guise of the [_____]" in exchange for the head of an NPC named "[_____] Herkanor", a resident of Highpass Hold. | Kithicor's General V`ghera will give you a mask called "Guise of the Coercer" in exchange for the head of an NPC named "Stanos Herkanor", a resident of Highpass Hold. |
| September 25, 2007: A range-item called Marsinger's Glimmering Gem results from a series of four quests involving the Plane of [_____]. | Plane of Hate |
| September 24, 2007: In the encounter with Vishimtar the Fallen, what is the name of the NPC to which you say "shoulder my burden" in order to cure the deathtouch trigger effect? | "mournful spirit" |
| September 21, 2007 (Random Friday): The cartoon Smokey Bear is based on a real life bear that was involved in real life wildfire. It was a [_____]. A. Black Bear B. Grizzly C. Kodiak D. Polar Bear |
A. Black Bear |
| September 20, 2007: Scout Madu, a Drakkin in Goru'Kar Mesa, offers several tasks for ~40-45th level players with class-specific armor rewards for ~40-45th level players. Which class receives Ice Woven armor? | Wizard |
| September 19, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Wakening Land |
| September 18, 2007: What is the name of the item you hand to Sentry Badain to begin the giant war in the Great Divide? (Hint: The item is given to you by Dain Frostreaver IV after giving him a "Dirk of the Dain" as part of the 10th Coldain Ring quest.) | It is a scroll called "Declaration of War". |
| September 17, 2007: What race is Rav Ptvin, and in which zone would you find him/her/it? | Ukun; Ferubi, Forgotten Temple of Taelosia |
| September 14, 2007 (Random Friday): If there are 30 students in a classroom, what are the odds that two of the students share the same birthday? A. 1.75% B. 8% C. 33.33% D. 70% |
D. 70% |
| September 13, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Kurn's Tower |
| September 12, 2007: What is the name of the traitorous Shissar empress encountered in the two final group tasks for Solteris access? (Hint: She is "____ the Undying" in Task #7 and "Empress _____" in Task #8.) | Saarisz |
| September 11, 2007: Nurtha Frazzlesprocket of the Vergalid Mines owns three clockwork contraptions. They are modelled after what three races? | Gnome, Rat, Spider |
| September 10, 2007: Upon completing the Efreeti Death Visage quest, who gives you the mask? A. Mahatototarit B. Noble Phren C. Noble Sivrn D. Paza |
D. Paza |
| September 7, 2007 (Random Friday): Approximately 1 in [how many?] human males are color blind. A. 12 B. 25 C. 50 D. 120 |
A. 12 |
| September 6, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Goru'kar Mesa |
| September 5, 2007: Is Kerafyrm (the Sleeper) male or female? | Male |
| September 4, 2007: On Island #2 in the Plane of Sky, Sirran the Lunatic spawns following the death of an NPC named what? | Protector of Sky |
| August 31, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these singers was "discovered" while singing country music at a bookstore? A. Christina Aguilera B. Sheryl Crow C. Avril Lavigne D. Mandy Moore |
C. Avril Lavigne |
| August 30, 2007: True or False? There are NO drakkin NPCs encountered in the instanced Vergalid Mines zone during the 24-player task "Into the Leviathan's Lair". | True |
| August 29, 2007: Lord Nagafen and Lady Vox each drop a 100% weight-reducing container. Which dragon drops which container? A. Kavruul`s Mystic Pouch B. Treasure Hunter`s Satchel |
Lord Nagafen drops the Treasure Hunter`s Satchel while Lady Vox drops Kavruul`s Mystic Pouch. |
| August 28, 2007: What is the name of the spell used by Dain Frostreaver IV to banish adversaries to the pit of Icewell Keep? | "The Dain's Justice" |
| August 27, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Velketor's Labyrinth |
| August 24, 2007 (Random Friday): There are seven dwarves in "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves". Five of them are Doc, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Dopey. Name the other two dwarves. | Bashful and Sneezy |
| August 23, 2007: Put the following gems in order from most valuable to least valuable (according to NPC vendor pricing): A. Amber B. Bloodstone C. Cat's Eye Agate D. Star Rose Quartz |
A, D, B, C [Amber (2.6.2.4); Star Rose Quartz (1.0.4.9); Bloodstone (0.5.2.4); Cat's Eye Agate (0.2.0.9)] |
| August 22, 2007: In which part of Felwithe would you find the soulbinder and the bankers? A. North B. South |
A. North |
| August 21, 2007: Splinterbone skeletons and dervishes spawn during the Miragul's Menagerie "Frozen Nightmare" raid encounter with an NPC named "[_____] the Broken". | Splinterbone skeletons and dervishes spawn during the Miragul's Menagerie "Frozen Nightmare" raid encounter with an NPC named "Marrow the Broken". |
| August 20, 2007: Apparently the gods enjoyed playing chess. Name three zones in which there are life-sized chessboards. | Butcherblock Mountains; Plane of Mischief; Timorous Deep |
| August 17, 2007 (Random Friday): Identify the median, mode, mean, and range of this set of numbers: 1, 3, 3, 5, 8 | median = 3 (middle number of a group) mode = 3 (number which appears most often) mean = 4 (average) range = 7 (difference between smallest and largest numbers) |
| August 16, 2007: What is the name of the faction raised upon killing a Nightmoon kobold in Icefall Glacier? | Coldeye Clan |
| August 15, 2007: Who is Thoren Goldentongue? A. a lorekeeper for the Shades of Zek B. a shissar ritualist in Zhisza C. a devourer serving Drusella Sathir D. a scrykin librarian in the Plane of Magic |
A. a lorekeeper for the Shades of Zek |
| August 14, 2007: Which of the Halls of Honor trials begins with Alekson Garn? A. Crazed Norrathians B. Rydda`Dar C. The Villagers D. Alekson has nothing to do with any trial |
A. Crazed Norrathians |
| August 13, 2007: The reanimated hands which spawn during the Maestro of Rancor encounter in the Plane of Hate are called what? ("an _____") | "an accompanist" |
| August 10, 2007 (Random Friday): What geological era are we currently in? A. Cambrian B. Cenozoic C. Phanerozoic D. Jurassic |
B. Cenozoic |
| August 9, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Akheva Ruins |
| August 8, 2007: What is the name of the Iksar Monk guildmaster who wanders the Dreadlands near Karnor's Castle? (Hint: He starts the Shackle of Tynnonium quest.) | Veltar |
| August 7, 2007: In which zone would you find a drake named Snapper? | Ashengate, Reliquary of the Scale |
| August 6, 2007: There is a Soulbinder in each of the following zones, EXCEPT: A. Iceclad Ocean B. Northern Desert of Ro C. Plane of Tranquility D. Timorous Deep |
D. Timorous Deep |
| August 3, 2007 (Random Friday): In astrology, Leo is the fifth sign of the Zodiac. Which of these represents the Leo? A. a ram B. a horned goat C. a lion D. two scales |
C. a lion |
| August 2, 2007: A permanently rooted giant called "a Kromrif [_____]" stands in Kael Drakkel near the zone-in from the Eastern Wastes. | recruiter |
| August 1, 2007: A gnome named Yendar Starpyre wanders the Steamfont Mountains and is involved with the Rogue 1.0 and 1.5 Epics. What is the name of the robe he drops if killed? | Shining Metallic Robes |
| July 31, 2007: Hot zones were introduced between which two expansions? A. Gates of Discord; Omens of War B. Omens of War; Dragons of Norrath C. Dragons of Norrath; Depths of Darkhollow D. Depths of Darkhollow; Prophecy of Ro |
A. Gates of Discord; Omens of War (the date was April 28, 2004) |
| July 30, 2007: Boss Harrowan, a Free Trader of Malgrinnor in Undershore, offers two raid tasks. One of theses tasks involves the slaying of Sendaii the Hive Queen. Who is the target in the other raid task? | Antraygus, the Sporali King |
| July 27, 2007 (Random Friday): How many dark squares are on a standard chessboard? | 32 |
| July 26, 2007: The Spirit of Akelha`Ra is spawned in the Akheva Ruins by giving a Summoned Wisp Stone to an NPC called "A _____ _____". (Hint: This process is a part of the Vex Thal key quest.) | A Shimmering Presence |
| July 25, 2007: In the Qeynos Hills, which direction is the entrance to Blackburrow in relation to the mountain passage to West Karana? A. North B. South |
A. North |
| July 24, 2007: This picture is a part of what type (race) of NPC? (Click for Visual) | Kyv (the symbols appear on kyvs' quivers) |
| July 23, 2007: What is the name of the first event in Solteris, the Throne of Ro? | Mayong's Mistresses |
| July 20, 2007 (Random Friday): What is the name of the leprechaun mascot for Lucky Charms cereal? | Lucky ("Lucky the Leprechaun") |
| July 19, 2007: Xerkizh the Creator drops a 1-hand blunt weapon with a +15% mod to Blacksmithing. What is the name of the weapon? | Hammer of the Ironfrost |
| July 18, 2007: How many princes stand alongside King Gelaqua in Riftseeker's Sanctum? (And for bonus points, what are their names?) | Six (Allin, Britalic, Cynin, Ilsin, Kiranus, Scyllus) |
| July 17, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Direwind Cliffs |
| July 16, 2007: In which zone would you find a golem named "Holloweyes"? | Zhisza, the Shissar Sanctuary |
| July 13, 2007 (Random Friday): A character named Bill the Lizard appears in which of these fairy tales? A. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland B. Hansel and Gretel C. Little Red Riding Hood D. The Adventures of Pinocchio |
A. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland |
| July 12, 2007: What is the faction hit you take upon killing orcs in the Rujarkian Hills? | "Steelslaves" |
| July 11, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Ikkinz, Chambers of Destruction |
| July 10, 2007: What is the recast time of the Veteran AA "Staunch Recovery"? A. 44 hours B. 68 hours C. 92 hours D. 116 hours |
B. 68 hours |
| July 9, 2007: In which part of Skylance would you find Venorin and Gareth? A. The Lobby B. The Library C. The Oubliette D. The Laboratory |
B. The Library |
| July 6, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of the following US states does NOT border one or more of the Great Lakes? A. Illinois B. Indiana C. Vermont D. Wisconsin |
C. Vermont |
| July 5, 2007: What class is the dragon Severilous of Emerald Jungle? A. Cleric B. Enchanter C. Shaman D. Warrior |
C. Shaman |
| July 4, 2007: In the Jewel of Atiiki task "Knowledge for Power", your group must evade a number of efreeti Blind Seekers. How many of these seekers are there? | Six |
| July 3, 2007: You know you've triggered a trap in [which zone?] when you see the emote "Hatchling Spiders descend from the canopy above, hungry for flesh." | Plane of Nightmares |
| June 29, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these "CSI" stars played a poisoning victim in the movie "Erin Brockovich"? A. Gary Dourdan B. Jorja Fox C. Marg Helgenberger D. William Petersen |
C. Marg Helgenberger |
| June 28, 2007: In which zone would you find this banner? (Click for Visual) | Plane of Hate |
| June 27, 2007: Mayong Mistmoore's fourth confidant, Aprosis, is encountered in Solteris. Name one of his first three confidants. (Hint: They are encountered in the Plane of Music.) | Ashtar; Melkis; T`Pall |
| June 26, 2007: Name the place which, prior to falling into its current state, was known best as "Torsis". | City of Mist |
| June 25, 2007: In the Plane of Knowledge, which portal stone is located the closest to the Crescent Reach stone? | The stone to Qeynos is closest to the Crescent Reach stone. |
| June 22, 2007 (Random Friday): Three of these Major League Baseball clubs have relocated from other cities. One of them has always played in its current host city. Which one? A. Cleveland Indians B. Los Angeles Dodgers C. Milwaukee Brewers D. Texas Rangers |
A. Cleveland Indians (Los Angeles was moved from Brooklyn; Milwaukee from Seattle; Texas from Washington) |
| June 21, 2007: In Ragrax, Stronghold of the Twelve ("Plane of Earth B"), Warlord [_____] is spawned by killing the three War Chieftans: [_____], [_____], and [_____]. (OK, if you can name one of these, you're doing well.) | In Ragrax, Stronghold of the Twelve ("Plane of Earth B"), Warlord Gintolaken is spawned by killing the three War Chieftans: Awisano, Birak, and Galronar. (OK, if you can name one of these, you're doing well.) |
| June 20, 2007: On which island in the Buried Sea would you find a volcano? A. Deadbone Reef B. Jardel's Hook C. Maiden's Grave D. Suncrest Isle |
D. Suncrest Isle |
| June 19, 2007: Who is Tak`Salir? A. a portal guardian in the Plane of Justice B. a prisoner in the Acylia Caverns C. a traitorous Elddar royal D. a drake in the Plane of Sky |
C. a traitorous Elddar royal |
| June 18, 2007: In addition to making the player appear as a tree, the 6th level druid spell "Treeform" also roots the player in place, has a regeneration component, and lowers [which resist stat?] by 10. | Fire |
| June 15, 2007 (Random Friday): How many acres are in a square mile? A. 210 B. 425 C. 640 D. 830 |
C. 640 |
| June 14, 2007: Killing non-named shades of Zek in Frostcrypt raises two factions: "Wraithguard" and whom? | "Valdeholm Citizens" |
| June 13, 2007: A task arc from Warwing Wendez culminates in the slaying of the Stone Hive's Queen [_____] and offers three honeystone augmentations as potential rewards. | A task arc from Warwing Wendez culminates in the slaying of the Stone Hive's Queen Pelzia and offers three honeystone augmentations as potential rewards. |
| June 12, 2007: A Norrathian named Mavuin is a prisoner in the Plane of Justice and relies upon you to plead his case to The Tribunal. What race is he? | High Elf |
| June 11, 2007: What is the name of the AE spell that goes off if a trapped chest is touched during the Demiplane of Blood encounter with Roley and Adrianna? | Fine Red Mist |
| June 8, 2007 (Random Friday): A part of the anatomy, this English word when spelled out in the plural has each of its letters occurring twice. What is the word? | "intestines" |
| June 7, 2007: In which zone would you find this object? (Click for Visual) | The Hive |
| June 6, 2007: In which zone would you find the Deranged Underbulk? A. Echo Caverns B. Fungus Grove C. Plane of Disease D. The Deep |
D. The Deep |
| June 5, 2007: During the third Coldain Prayer Shawl quest, Mordin Frostcleaver requires you to bake four items, the fourth of which is the Snow Griffin Souffle. What is one of the first three baked items he requires? | Tundrabear Sandwich or Frost Bunny Stew or Ulthork Meat Pie |
| June 4, 2007: The Enchanter Epic 1.5 quest results in what type of item? A. a 1-hand blunt weapon B. a 1-hand piercing weapon C. a shield D. none of the above |
B. a 1-hand piercing weapon |
| June 1, 2007 (Random Friday): The phrase "tickle the [_____]" means to "play the piano". A. cords B. ivories C. pins D. twines |
B. ivories |
| May 31, 2007: Which of the following is not the name of an actual in-game item? A. Witheran Bile B. Witheran Parts C. Witheran Skin D. Witheran Slime |
B. Witheran Parts |
| May 30, 2007: In which part of Kaladim would you find the Dwarven King Kazon Stormhammer, the north or the south? | South Kaladim |
| May 29, 2007: Noble Sivrn, an efreeti in Jewel of Atiiki, starts a series of tasks which eventually leads to an Illusion: Spectre mask called what? | Efreeti Death Visage |
| May 28, 2007: In which zone would you find this? (Click for Visual) | Tunare's Shrine ("elddara") |
| May 25, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these "Pirates of the Caribbean" stars also appeared in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace"? A. Geoffrey Rush B. Keira Knightley C. Johnny Depp D. Orlando Bloom |
B. Keira Knightley |
| May 24, 2007: What is the name of the NPC who gives the Combine Empire Merchants mission 'The Snakes are Hiding Something!'? | Tactician Sodut |
| May 23, 2007: The Arena Master's Challenge, a group task given by Freeport's Knight Champion Eddard, results in a charm called what? | Arena Champion's Badge |
| May 22, 2007: Three of the following are wurms found within the Burning Woods. One of them is not. Which one? A. Gylton B. Nezekezena C. Essedera D. Phurzikon |
C. Essedera, which is actually a drake in the Temple of Veeshan |
| May 21, 2007: Ju`rek the Corrupted is encountered in a 24-player raid in the Accursed Nest. What is the name of the progression item he drops? (Hint: This Tier 5 raid comes after Yar'Lir, but before Vishimtar.) | Diseased Wing Fragments |
| May 18, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of the following creatures can survive more than a week without a head? A. a cockroach B. a tadpole C. a flea D. a carpet beetle |
A. a cockroach (the death of a headless cockroach is actually brought on by starvation or thirst due to its inability to drink or eat) |
| May 17, 2007: Several golems called "Altar Adherents" spawn during the encounter with which Ikkinz raid NPC? | Keeper of the Altar |
| May 16, 2007: What animal is an Ogre Beastlord's summoned warder? | Bear |
| May 15, 2007: What is the name of the spell that must be cured in order to avoid a deathtouch in the encounter with Vishimtar the Fallen? | Creeping Doom |
| May 14, 2007: When the hotzones changed on April 18, which zone replaced Grieg's End (according to level)? | Acrylia Caverns (both for level 55) |
| May 11, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these events occurred on live television shortly before the start of Game 3 of the 1989 MLB World Series? A. an electrical fire B. a dust storm C. a hailstorm D. an earthquake |
D. an earthquake (a magntitude 7.1 on October 17, 1989, in San Francisco.) |
| May 10, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Doomfire, the Burning Lands (Plane of Fire) |
| May 9, 2007: Which of these statements about the guardians found in the Guild Lobby is TRUE? A. There are more male guardians than female. B. There are more female guardians than male. C. There is an equal amount of male and female guardians. |
A. There are more male guardians than female. (4 males; 2 females) |
| May 8, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Tower of Frozen Shadow |
| May 7, 2007: In the Plane of Tranquility, which direction is the Bastion of Thunder entrance in relation to the Plane of Storms entrance? A. North B. West C. East D. South |
B. West |
| May 4, 2007 (Random Friday): Quick, without looking: What letter is in the middle of a keyboard's bottom row of letters? | "V" (assuming the keyboard is of the mainstream variety) |
| May 3, 2007: Gloom Nightmare Hide is a component used to tailor a Sheath of Darktidings, an item required in the Epic 1.5 quest for which class? | Shadowknight |
| May 2, 2007: Which TWO of the following Plane of Innovation NPCs are NOT gnomes? A. Chronographer Muon B. Giwin Mirakon C. Nitram Anizok D. Researcher Kaeon |
A and D (Chronographer Muon and Researcher Kaeon, who are... clockworks of some sort) |
| May 1, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Skylance (or more specifically, Skylance: The Oubliette) |
| April 30, 2007: What is the name of the NPC that must be taken down to 80% health in order to spawn the swamp dragon in the Swamp of No Hope? | a dire leech |
| April 27, 2007 (Random Friday): Philip Klotzbach and William Gray are prominent forecasters of hurricane activity. Which of these universities do they work with in issuing their reports? A. Colorado State University B. University of Washington C. University of Miami D. Texas A&M University |
A. Colorado State University, one of the leaders in the forecasting of hurricane seasons. |
| April 26, 2007: These seldom seen serpent-like creatures (pictured here) of Xegony's Kingdom of Wind are known as what? (Fill in the blank: "A _____ Noble"; "A _____ Servant") | Nilborien |
| April 25, 2007: What is the name of the 60th level feign death spell used by Necromancers and Shadowknights, and with which expansion was it introduced? | Death Peace, introduced with the Velious expansion |
| April 24, 2007: When activated, the Serpent's Spine AA "Glyph of [_____]" increases the damage done by melee hits by 10% for two minutes. | Destruction |
| April 23, 2007: What is the name of the vendor-bought item required by the Guild Lobby's Priests of Luclin in order to summon your corpse from another zone? | They require various types of Soulstones. |
| April 20, 2007 (Random Friday): Which TWO of these countries are not part of the European Union? A. Switzerland B. France C. Norway D. Czech Republic |
A & C (Switzerland and Norway are not members of the EU) |
| April 19, 2007: What is the name of the charm spell cast on players in the Skylance encounter with Daosheen the Firstborn? | Runes of Alliance |
| April 18, 2007: In which zone would you find the sharks Cauldronboil and Cauldronbubble? | Kedge Keep |
| April 17, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Dragon Necropolis |
| April 16, 2007: What is the fabled item dropped by The Fabled Kelorek`Dar? | Fabled Cloak of Crystalline Waters |
| April 13, 2007 (Random Friday): Who can be quoted as having said this? "I get to go to lots of overseas places, like Canada." A. Paris Hilton B. Britney Spears C. Tyra Banks D. Barry Bonds |
B. Britney Spears |
| April 12, 2007: What is the name of the key to Old Sebilis? | Trakanon Idol |
| April 11, 2007: What are the first names of the three Ixt M`shas of Qvic, the Prayer Grounds of Calling? (OK, if you can name one or two you're doing well.) | Dvoin; Mnat; Ptav |
| April 10, 2007: Group missions to Redfeather Isle are given by a bard NPC on Jardel's Hook. What is his name? | Beal the Minstrel |
| April 9, 2007: In what month and year did Cazic Thule become an upper level zone geared towards the 50+ crowd? A. October 2001 B. March 2002 C. October 2002 D. February 2003 |
B. March 2002 |
| April 6, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these musicians was once an elementary school teacher? A. Paul McCartney B. Bette Midler C. Gene Simmons D. Ozzy Osbourne |
C. Gene Simmons |
| April 5, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | The Buried Sea |
| April 4, 2007: Which of the following is NOT the name of a Cursecaller found in Inktu'ta, the Unmasked Chapel? A. Fhqwhgads B. Qibaiz C. Mekszesz D. Towzaqu |
C. Mekszesz |
| April 3, 2007: Dwarven Crew Chiefs Doyle, Grinn, and Tarin oversee mining crews in what zone? | Echo Caverns |
| April 2, 2007: What is the name of the fire elemental which spawns after the death of Lake Rathetear's Shmendrik Lavawalker, and which class's epic do these two NPCs involve? | "a spirit of flame"; Cleric Epic |
| March 30, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of these buildings is a part of New York City's Pennsylvania Plaza complex? A. Empire State Building B. Madison Square Garden C. New York Stock Exchange D. Shea Stadium |
B. Madison Square Garden |
| March 29, 2007: Name the NPC who spawns a Bloodforge Captain and Bloodforge Brigade upon being aggro'd. | King Kazon Stormhammer (the king of Kaladim) |
| March 28, 2007: Tradeskill mastery AAs, which reduce your chance of failing combines, were introduced with which expansion? | Omens of War |
| March 27, 2007: In which zone is the Kobold Missionary? | Steamfont Mountains |
| March 26, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Stone Hive |
| March 23, 2007 (Random Friday): What is (the) Olympus Mons? A. a coliseum in Greece B. a work by Luciano Pavarotti C. the newest NASA space shuttle D. a volcano on Mars |
D. a volcano on Mars (which stands an incredible 17 miles / 27 kilometers tall) |
| March 22, 2007: Katta Castrum's Vizier Zio plays an integral role in the task arc for Solteris Access. What race is he? | Shissar |
| March 21, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Ragrax, Stronghold of the Twelve ("Plane of Earth B") |
| March 20, 2007: As he patrols the Plane of Fear, Cazic Thule occasionally spouts off a zonewide shout. Fill in the blanks: "Beware all [_____] who dare to [_____] my plane, for I shall rend your [_____] with fright, dread, and terror!" | "Beware all [infidels] who dare to [taint] my plane, for I shall rend your [minds] with fright, dread, and terror!" |
| March 19, 2007: Trap-spawned Swarming Beetles of [what zone?] can drop a 1HS weapon called "Swarmer Pincers". | Dragon Necropolis |
| March 16, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of the following television hosts is a graduate of Harvard University? A. Jay Leno B. David Letterman C. Conan O'Brien D. Jon Stewart |
C. Conan O'Brien, who graduated magna cum laude from Harvard in 1985 |
| March 15, 2007: "Slink" and "Slither" are snakes which may be found in what zone? A. Corathus Creep B. Crescent Reach C. Sunderock Springs D. Surefall Glades |
A. Corathus Creep |
| March 14, 2007: On which island in the Buried Sea is the druid ring? | Monkey Rock |
| March 13, 2007: Ring of the Shissar, the key to Emperor Ssraeshza's chamber, is created by combining Zazuzh's Idol, Zherozsh's Ring, and a Ssraeshzian Insignia inside a container named what? | Taskmaster's Pouch |
| March 12, 2007: [Who?], a member of the Celestial Fists, can be found in the Lavastorm Mountains in the form of a fire sprite. | Eejag |
| March 9, 2007 (Random Friday): In what part of the human body would you find metacarpal bones? A. The hands B. The feet C. Both A and B D. Humans don't have metacarpal bones |
A. The hands |
| March 7, 2007: What race is Thunderwood of Blightfire Moors? | Treant |
| March 6, 2007: Direption of Dreams is an unresistable AE spell which wipes out all of your buffs. What is the name of the NPC who casts it? | Terris Thule |
| March 5, 2007: A few raid items in The Serpent's Spine are named after guilds which participated in beta testing. Among these items is the "Magmaband of [what guild?]" from Lethar in Ashengate. | Cestus Dei |
| March 2, 2007 (Random Friday): Which TWO U.S. states have two or more teams in EACH of the four major sports leagues (MLB, NHL, NFL, and NBA)? | California and Florida |
| March 1, 2007: The emote "A muffled roar echoes in the distance" occurs in [what zone?] and signals the spawning of [what NPC?]. | The emote "A muffled roar echoes in the distance" occurs in Natimbi, the Broken Shores and signals the spawning of the Cragbeast Queen. |
| February 28, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Crescent Reach |
| February 27, 2007: Mortuary Fungus NPCs of Unrest cast an AE slow spell called "[_____] [_____]". | Mortuary Fungus NPCs of Unrest cast an AE slow spell called "Mort Drowsy". |
| February 26, 2007: What is the name of the faction of the Rivervale Druid's guild? | Storm Reapers |
| February 23, 2007 (Random Friday): Which TWO of the following animals are represented in the cycle of the Chinese calendar? ("Year of the ...") A. Sheep B. Wolf C. Lion D. Rooster |
A & D (Sheep and Rooster) |
| February 22, 2007: In which zone would you find a clan of Tarmoks? A. Akheva Ruins B. Crypt of Nadox C. Fungus Grove D. Great Divide |
C. Fungus Grove |
| February 21, 2007: What is the name of the item used to set the Guild Hall portal to Katta Castrum? | Katta Castrum Powerstone |
| February 20, 2007: The remains of 14 'great adventurers' can be found throughout Tacvi, Seat of the Slaver. Name one of the three adventurers whose remains are in the Tunat'Muram's chamber. (Bonus: Whose remains are pictured here? [Click for Visual]) | The remains of Maddoc, Silius, and Lyndroh are in the Tunat'Muram's chamber. Maddoc's Remains are pictured (Uncut Image) |
| February 19, 2007: Mirrored Masks are used in the Overlord Mata Muram event. What is the name of the spell effect on the mask? (And for bonus points: Just before casting his gaze upon a player, Mata Muram emotes a warning to that person. What does the emote say?) | Reflective Skin; "You feel a gaze of deadly power focusing on you." |
| February 16, 2007 (Random Friday): Which one of the following is a prime number? A. 100 B. 239 C. 391 D. 187 |
B. 239 |
| February 15, 2007: The giant whirlpool in the middle of the Buried Sea is also known as the "Mouth of [_____]". | The giant whirlpool in the middle of the Buried Sea is also known as the "Mouth of Prexus". |
| February 14, 2007: What is the name of Erollisi Marr's twin? | Mithaniel Marr |
| February 13, 2007: The Gate Callers of Erudin offer a bounty for the head of a troll shaman causing a nuisance in Toxxulia Forest. What is the troll's name? | Rungupp |
| February 12, 2007: What is the name of the city built to house the poisoned leader of the Combine Empire? | Katta Castrum |
| February 9, 2007 (Random Friday): Name an English word with three consecutive doubled letters in it (ie. with a group of letters appearing in the format aabbcc). | "bookkeeper" or "bookkeeping" (which, according to the Oxford Dictionary, are the only two words with three consecutive repeated letters in it) |
| February 8, 2007: The head of a [_____] giant (found only in the Commonlands) is sought by a Rathe Mountains NPC named Elisabeth as part of the Paladin Greaves of Ro quest. | A Nightfall Giant |
| February 7, 2007: What two faction hits do you take upon killing Yar`Lir in the Thundercrest Isles? (Hint: One of them should be very obvious.) | "Yar`Lir" and "Vishimtar" |
| February 6, 2007: What are the names of the three sisters in the Demi-Plane of Blood's "Wailing Sisters" event? | Althea, Brenda, and Christine |
| February 5, 2007: Upon being killed, [which NPC?], a [what race?] in [what zone?], will either drop his toy (a 20/70 2HB weapon) or a Topknot Headband. | Upon being killed, Mroon, a cyclops in South Karana, will either drop his toy (a 20/70 2HB weapon) or a Topknot Headband. |
| February 2, 2007 (Random Friday): Which of the following groundhog "facts" is actually FALSE? A. They can run 15 km/hour B. They can swim and climb trees C. Their average lifespan is 15-18 years D. "Groundhog" and "woodchuck" are the same animal |
C (Groundhogs live only 6-10 years.) |
| February 1, 2007: According to the in-game atlas, which of the following is the eastern-most zone on the continent of Taelosia? A. Tacvi, Seat of the Slaver B. Tipt, the Treacherous Crags C. Natimbi, the Broken Shores D. Uqua, the Ocean God Chantry |
D. Uqua, the Ocean God Chantry (situated on the coastline of the continent) |
| January 31, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Ashengate, Reliquary of the Scale |
| January 30, 2007: Ronar Flametip, a drake in the Plane of Tranquility, will grant you access to the Tower of Solusek Ro if you bring him the heart of which Western Wastes NPC? | A Banished Efreeti |
| January 29, 2007: The unmasked changeling of Splitpaw Lair drops an augmentation with stats 50hp/50mana/50end. What is the name of the augmentation? | Stone of Light |
| January 26, 2007 (Random Friday): Of all the countries in the world, only one has a national flag made up of one single color with no insignia or design on it. Which country? A. Egypt B. Libya C. New Zealand D. Turkey |
B. Libya (with a plain green flag) |
| January 25, 2007: Of the following Muramite Proving Grounds trial "Masters", three do not need to be killed in their respective trials. One of them does. Which one? A. Master of Efficiency B. Master of Foresight C. Master of Specialization D. Master of Weaponry |
C. Master of Specialization (while A, B, and D start their trials, they are not actually kill targets) |
| January 24, 2007: Zone Identification (Click for Visual) | Ak'Anon |
| January 23, 2007: Elemental adds called "Boiling Steam" appear during the encounter with which Sunderock Springs raid NPC? | Mistwalker |
| January 22, 2007: Four types of horse bridles are sold by Stable Hands in the Bazaar. Put them in order from least expensive to most expensive: A. rope B. leather C. silken D. chain |
A, B, C, D (rope ~9k, leather ~30k, silken ~65k, chain ~100k) |
| January 19, 2007 (Random Friday): The all-time top winner in the history of the daytime version of "The Price is Right" won how much in cash and prizes? (Hint: It was a single show and aired September 18, 2006.) A. $97,500 B. $147,500 C. $119,000 D. $168,000 |
B. $147,500 ($147,517 to be exact - by VickiAnn Chrobak-Sadowski on September 18, 2006) |
| January 18, 2007: Baelin Xir`Rixoan was cast away by his own brethren for performing unsanctioned sacrifices in [what zone?]. | Baelin Xir`Rixoan was cast away by his own brethren for performing unsanctioned sacrifices in Chardok. |
| January 17, 2007: Which of the following Serpent's Spine NPCs is an ooze? A. Taruskor B. Psilocide C. Obsidian D. Sulfurog |
D. Sulfurog |
| January 16, 2007: What is the name of the NPC seen here? (Click for Visual) | Bone Cracker |
| January 15, 2007: Lorekeeper [_____], a shade giant in Frostcrypt, drops a damage augmentation called Verdant [_____] of Wounding. | Lorekeeper Heimdul, a shade giant in Frostcrypt, drops a damage augmentation called Verdant Emerald of Wounding. |
| January 12, 2007 (Random Friday): Who can be quoted as saying, "During my service in the United States Congress, I took the initiative in creating the Internet."? A. George Walker Bush B. Bob Dole C. Dick Cheney D. Al Gore |
D. Al Gore |
| January 11, 2007: Terrorantula Silk is a component in tailoring recipes for what race? | Erudite |
| January 10, 2007: In the Cleric Epic Quest, what is the name of the NPC who directs you to find four Pearlescent Fragments in the Skyfire Mountains? A. Warder Cecilia B. Zordak Ragefire C. Natasha Whitewater D. Omat Vastsea |
A. Warder Cecilia |
| January 9, 2007: What is the name of the monster mission in which your group plays goblins invading Highpass Keep? | Storming the Keep |
| January 8, 2007: What is the name of the animated book which spawns lost souls during the Emperor Draygun encounter in the Nargilor Pits? | Shadow Spine |
| January 5, 2007 (Random Friday): The Equator runs through each of the following countries, except for... A. Indonesia B. Philippines C. Colombia D. Kenya |
B. Philippines |
| January 4, 2007: Upon setting the Guild Hall portal, Zeflmin Werlikanin says, "... just go step on the crystal platform and you'll be whisked away to your destination! [What does he say after that?]!" | Upon setting the Guild Hall portal, Zeflmin Werlikani |
