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| Over the course of his time in the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] during the early 18th century, the [[Piracy|pirate]] [[Alonzo Batilla]] came across many '''treasures''', the maps to which he would retrieve from the wrecks of [[Merchants|merchant]] and patrolling [[ships]] alike, after having engaged them in naval combat. | | Over the course of his time in the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] during the early 18th century, the [[Piracy|pirate]] [[Alonzo Batilla]] came across many '''treasures''', the [[map]]s to which he retrieved from the wrecks of [[merchant]] and military [[ship]]s alike, after besting them in naval combat.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Pirates]]''</ref> |
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| ==Treasures== | | ==Treasures== |
| ===[[Hernán Cortés]]=== | | <tabber> |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | |-|Hernán Cortés= |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Heart of Gold - A large gold nugget shaped like a human heart
| | ;[[Hernán Cortés]] |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Montezuma's Goblet - A container used by the [[Aztecs|Aztec]] ruler to drink chocolate before entering his harem
| | The [[Spain|Spanish]] Conquistador |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Finger Ring - A ring made of cast gold representing the sacred figure of the [[Jaguars|jaguar]]
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Sacred Mask - This sacred relic was not intended to be worn, but placed on statues as a tribute to the Gods.
| | ACP Treasure Heart of Gold.png|'''Heart of Gold'''<br>A large [[gold]] nugget shaped like a [[human]] heart |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Lingote de Oro - A convenient way to carry stolen gold after the looting of [[Tenochtitlan]]
| | ACP Treasure Moctezuma's Goblet.png|'''[[Moctezuma II|Montezuma]]'s Goblet'''<br>A container used by the [[Aztec Empire|Aztec]] ruler to drink chocolate before entering his harem |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Turtle Necklace - A relic worn by the elected ruler of the Aztec people, [[Moctezuma II]]
| | ACP Treasure Finger Ring.png|'''Finger Ring'''<br>A ring made of cast gold representing the sacred figure of the [[Jaguar (animal)|jaguar]] |
| | ACP Treasure Sacred Mask.png|'''[http://www.adventures-inc.com/cortes-shipwreck.htm Sacred Mask]'''<br>This sacred relic was not intended to be worn, but placed on statues as a tribute to the Gods |
| | ACP Treasure Lingote de Oro.png|'''Lingote de Oro'''<br>A convenient way to carry stolen gold after the [[Night of Sorrows|looting]] of [[Tenochtitlan]] |
| | ACP Treasure Turtle Necklace.png|'''[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/picturegalleries/6198880/Moctezuma-and-the-lost-Aztec-empire.html?image=4 Turtle Necklace]'''<br>A relic worn by the elected ruler of the Aztec people, Moctezuma II |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|San José= |
| ===San José===
| | ;{{Wiki|Spanish galleon San José|San José}} |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | The Rich [[Man O' War|Galleon]] |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Precious Box - This finely-crafted box was destined for the wife of an unlucky conquistador
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Peruvian Coin - Forged in 1701 by the Viceroyalty of [[Peru]], this coin features the initials of Philip V, the King of [[Spain]]
| | ACP Treasure Precious Box.png|'''Precious Box'''<br>This finely-crafted box was destined for the wife of an unlucky conquistador |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Money Chain - The gold links of this chain were designed to be twisted open and used as currency
| | ACP Treasure Peruvian Coin.png|'''[[Peru]]vian Coin'''<br>Forged in 1701 by the Viceroyalty of Peru, this coin features the initials of [[Philip V of Spain|Philip V]], the King of Spain |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Mythical Cup - This decorative object from the captain's cabin is adorned with phoenixes, dragons, and unicorns
| | ACP Treasure Money Chain.png|'''Money Chain'''<br>The gold links of this chain were designed to be twisted open and used as currency |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Emerald Pendant - At a time where ostentatious displays of wealth were forbidden, only the most powerful could afford to wear this beautiful piece of jewelery
| | ACP Treasure Mythical Cup.png|'''Mythical Cup'''<br>This decorative object from the captain's cabin is adorned with phoenixes, dragons, and unicorns |
| Wiki noimage.jpg|Master's Ring - Carved with the family crest, this ring was passed on from generation to generation
| | ACP Treasure Emerald Pendant.png|'''[[Emerald]] [http://www.adventures-inc.com/cortes-shipwreck.htm Pendant]'''<br>At a time where ostentatious displays of wealth were forbidden, only the most powerful could afford to wear this beautiful piece of jewelry |
| | ACP Treasure Master's Ring.png|'''Master's Ring'''<br>Carved with the family crest, this ring was passed on from generation to generation |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Imperio Español= |
| | ;[[Spanish Empire|Imperio Español]] |
| | The [[Spanish Treasure Fleet|Treasure Fleet]] |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Bars.png|'''Gold Bars'''<br>Forged in the colonies, these numbered gold bars financed the expensive wars of the Spanish crown |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Cob.png|'''Gold Cob'''<br>A gold coin featuring the [[Jerusalem]] cross |
| | ACP Treasure Cross Chain.png|'''Cross Chain'''<br>This chain is embellished with a gold cross and a medallion |
| | ACP Treasure Emerald Gold Pin.png|'''[https://4cs.gia.edu/en-us/blog/sunken-treasure-atocha/ Emerald Gold Pin]'''<br>[[Nuestra Señora de Atocha|Lost]] in 1622, this precious relic was found by a lucky {{Wiki|Mel Fisher|treasure hunter}} in 1985 |
| | ACP Treasure Spanish Doubloon.png|'''Spanish [[Doubloon]]'''<br>A coin forged in Spain and used as trade currency in the Caribbean |
| | ACP Treasure Bosun's Whistle.png|'''Bosun's Whistle'''<br>A tool for communicating orders to the sailors perched high up in the rigging |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Gems= |
| | ;Gems |
| | The Rare Stones |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Sacred Emerald.png|'''Sacred Emerald'''<br>This legendary Aztec relic was destined to be reclaimed by {{Wiki|Quetzalcōātl|Quetzalcoatl}} upon his return among the mortals |
| | ACP Treasure Ruby Tooth.png|'''[[Ruby]] Tooth'''<br>This stone was an extremely rare find in the mines of the Spanish colonies |
| | ACP Treasure Raw Sapphire.png|'''Raw [[Sapphire]]'''<br>This pure blue gemstone was dug out by a native [[Slavery|slave]] in the mines of {{Wiki|New Kingdom of Granada|Nuevo Reino de Granada}} |
| | ACP Treasure Massive Jade Stone.png|'''Massive [[Jade]] Stone'''<br>A rare and valued find from the {{Wiki|Motagua River}} in {{Wiki|New Spain|Nueva España}} |
| | ACP Treasure Large Amethyst.png|'''Large [[Amethyst]]'''<br>This precious stone was found in the {{Wiki|Mato Grosso}} in Colonial [[Brazil]] |
| | ACP Treasure Golden Topaz.png|'''Golden Topaz'''<br>Only the rarest of topaz stones shine like gold nuggets |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Lovers' souvenirs= |
| | ;Lovers' souvenirs |
| | Dangerous Liaisons |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Soiled Crucifix.png|'''Soiled Crucifix'''<br>A pious [[France|French]] woman lost her crucifix along with her virtue in the arms of a legendary pirate |
| | ACP Treasure Oriental Hairpin.png|'''Oriental Hairpin'''<br>An ancient oriental artifact from the pleasure houses of the [[Asia|Orient]] |
| | ACP Treasure Lost Earrings.png|'''Lost Earrings'''<br>These were taken as a souvenir by a notorious French pirate |
| | ACP Treasure Lady's Ring.png|'''Lady's Ring'''<br>Presented as a gift by a rich nobleman, this ring was stolen along with a lady's heart |
| | ACP Treasure Lover's Coin.png|'''Lover's Coin'''<br>Bending gold coins was a custom when offering them to court a lady |
| | ACP Treasure Garnet Ring.png|'''Garnet Ring'''<br>One ring to woo them all and in his cabin, bed them |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|British Empire= |
| | ;[[British Empire]] |
| | The [[Royal Navy|Navy]]'s finest |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Captain's Button.png|'''Captain's Button'''<br>A gold button torn from a Royal Navy uniform |
| | ACP Treasure Royal Navy Ring.png|'''Royal Navy Ring'''<br>Engraved with the letters HMS – Her Majesty's Ship – this ring belonged to a Royal Navy officer |
| | ACP Treasure Noble's Knife.png|'''Noble's Knife'''<br>Fitted with a mahogany and gold handle, this sailor's tool must have belonged to a man of noble birth |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Sovereign.png|'''Gold Sovereign'''<br>A coin representing queen [[Mary I of England|Mary I]], with a nominal value of one [[pound sterling]] |
| | ACP Treasure Mourning Ring.png|'''Mourning Ring'''<br>Death is a part of life. This relic belonged to a venerable land-owning family |
| | ACP Treasure Lost Chalice.png|'''Lost Chalice'''<br>Intrepid [[Jesuits|Jesuit]] priests expelled during the {{Wiki|English Reformation|Reformation}} used this chalice to celebrate Mass |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Aztec relics= |
| | ;Aztec relics |
| | Of Gods and Men |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Mask of the Deity.png|'''[http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=667485&partId=1 Mask of the Deity]'''<br>{{Wiki|Tezcatlipoca}} was associated with night, wind, sorcery, mischief, beauty, war, strife... and jaguars |
| | ACP Treasure Turquoise Mask.png|'''[http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=643761&partId=1 Turquoise Mask]'''<br>Made from a most precious [[turquoise|stone]], this mask of Quetzalcoatl was sent as tribute to the Aztec capital |
| | ACP Treasure Sacrificial Knife.png|'''[http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=8871&partId=1 Sacrificial Knife]'''<br>A great sacrifice sustains the universe. [[Earth]], food, people... all spring from the bodies of the sacrificial gods |
| | ACP Treasure Jade Mask.png|'''[http://www.adventures-inc.com/cortes-shipwreck.htm Jade Mask]'''<br>The ceremonial death mask of an Aztec ruler |
| | ACP Treasure Mosaic Mask.png|'''[http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=667486&partId=1 Mosaic Mask]'''<br>An ornamental turquoise mask representing {{Wiki|Xiuhtecuhtli}}, the Aztec god of fire, day, and heat |
| | ACP Treasure Ancient Calendar.png|'''[http://www.mna.inah.gob.mx/coleccion/pieza-243/ficha-basica.html Ancient Calendar]'''<br>This adaptation of an old Mayan calendar - describing solar and lunar cycles and the motion of the brightest stars - was used to conduct ceremonies and rituals |
| | </gallery> |
| | </tabber> |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|Mayan relics= |
| | ;[[Maya]]n relics |
| | The Lost Empire |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Statue of the Deity.png|'''[http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/maya-urns.htm Statue of the Deity]'''<br>{{Wiki|Itzamna}}, the founder of Mayan culture, taught people how to grow plants, use [[Medicine|medicine]], and draw calendars |
| | ACP Treasure Statue of the Goddess.png|'''[http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/maya-urns.htm Statue of the Goddess]'''<br>{{Wiki|Ixchel}}, the Goddess of childbirth and rainbows, decides how the moon affects men and women |
| | ACP Treasure Fertility Sculpture.png|'''{{Wiki|Dumbarton Oaks birthing figure|Fertility Sculpture}}'''<br>Mayan women made offerings to the fertility goddess twice in their lifetime: once as a child, once as a mother |
| | ACP Treasure Deity's Head.png|'''[http://www.nichbelize.org/mob-hoc-featured-exhibit/jade-head.html Deity's Head]'''<br>A ten-pound piece of jade carved in the shape of the {{Wiki|Kinich Ahau|sun god}} |
| | ACP Treasure Onyx Tool.png|'''Onyx Tool'''<br>A hunting and fighting tool made of a precious, solid material |
| | ACP Treasure Mayan Codex.png|'''{{Wiki|Maya codices|Mayan Codex}}'''<br>Pages featuring the Mayan calendar and its numeral system |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Inca relics= |
| | ;[[Inca Empire|Inca]]relics |
| | Children of the Sun |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Sun God Mask.png|'''[http://www.istockphoto.com/photo/peruvian-ancient-mask-made-out-of-gold-gm93376584-3277686 Sun God Mask]'''<br>{{Wiki|Inti}}, patron deity of the Incas, son of the god of civilization, and father of the {{Wiki|Sapa Inca}}, the ruler of the people |
| | ACP Treasure Ceremonial Mask.png|'''Ceremonial Mask'''<br>This mask of {{Wiki|Mama Killa|Mama Quilla}}, the moon mother, was used as a temple ornament |
| | ACP Treasure Ritual Mask.png|'''Ritual Mask'''<br>The Incas' gold masks are amongst the finest ever forged |
| | ACP Treasure Death Mask.png|'''Death Mask'''<br>Pre-dating the Incan empire, this mask was designed to be entombed for eternity |
| | ACP Treasure Statue of Viracocha.png|'''[http://www.neoprimitivismo.tumblr.com/post/26538953078/viracocha-creator-deity-originally-worshiped-by Statue] of {{Wiki|Viracocha}}'''<br>The creator God, father of all spirits and living beings in the universe |
| | ACP Treasure Statue of Kon.png|'''Statue of {{Wiki|Kon (Inca mythology)|Kon}}'''<br>The god of rain and wind, son of the sun god and moon mother |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Strange artifacts= |
| | ;Strange artifacts |
| | The Oddest Treasures |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Ancient Mask.png|'''Ancient Mask'''<br>Was this mysterious mask molded on a living man's head? |
| | ACP Treasure Chart Divider.png|'''{{Wiki|Compass (drawing tool)|Chart Divider}}'''<br>A legendary pirate captain used this golden tool to navigate the seas and capture his prizes |
| | ACP Treasure Ancient Grooming Tool.png|'''Ancient Grooming Tool'''<br>An earwax and toothpick spoon, fallen out of fashion over the centuries |
| | ACP Treasure Mixtec Serpent.png|'''[http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=663692&partId=1 Mixtec Serpent]'''<br>The {{Wiki|double-headed serpent}} is associated with Quetzalcoatl, the all powerful Aztec god |
| | ACP Treasure Skull Goblet.png|'''Skull Goblet'''<br>An old {{Wiki|Mixtec}} artifact used to collect the blood of sacrificed humans |
| | ACP Treasure Flying Device.png|'''{{Wiki|Quimbaya artifacts|Flying Device}}'''<br>An age-old Mayan relic resembling a bird... or is it a glider? |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Henry Morgan= |
| | ;[[Henry Morgan]] |
| | The King of Pirates |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Ship's Bell.png|'''Ship's Bell'''<br>The only remains of HMS ''Oxford'', a beautiful Navy warship captured by Morgan and destroyed by his drunk pirates the night before their attack on {{Wiki|Cartagena, Colombia|Cartagena}} |
| | ACP Treasure Letter of Commission.png|'''Letter of Commission'''<br>Seized from a French ship, this letter was sent by the governor of Baracoa to permit the French navies to trade with the Spanish and attack [[United Kingdom|British]] pirates |
| | ACP Treasure Magdalena Emblem.png|'''{{Wiki|List of ships of the Spanish Armada#Squadron of Viscaya (Biscay)|Magdalena}} Emblem'''<br>A relic from one of the most beautiful and better equipped ships of the {{Wiki|Spanish Armada}}, burned by Morgan's [[Fireship|fire ship]] during the battle of {{Wiki|Maracaibo#Pirate attacks|Maracaibo}} |
| | ACP Treasure Ancient Artifact.png|'''Ancient Artifact'''<br>This relic was stolen by Morgan during the {{Wiki|Henry Morgan's Panama expedition|looting}} of [[Panama City|Panama]], a bloody episode that claimed the lives of a thousand Spanish soldiers |
| | ACP Treasure Astrolabe.png|'''{{Wiki|Astrolabe}}'''<br>This rare nautical instrument, one of Morgan's prized possessions, was stolen from his house before it was destroyed in the [[Port Royal]] earthquake |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Rum.png|'''Gold [[Rum]]'''<br>An ordinary rum bottle filled with gold dust. Captain Morgan's special! |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|François l'Olonnais= |
| | ;[[François l'Olonnais]] |
| | The Bane of the Spanish |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Pirate Cutlass.png|'''Pirate Cutlass'''<br>This blade was used to behead an entire Spanish crew. The only survivor was left alive to spread the tale of this pirate's cruelty |
| | ACP Treasure Gaucho Knife.png|'''{{Wiki|Gaucho}} Knife'''<br>The gaucho uses this tool to eat, kill and protect, but this pirate turned it into a torture instrument |
| | ACP Treasure Old Pocket Watch.png|'''Old [[Pocket watch|Pocket Watch]]'''<br>This family treasure from the 16th century was finally surrendered to this pirate after hours of merciless torture |
| | ACP Treasure Pieces of Eight.png|'''{{Wiki|Spanish dollar|Pieces of Eight}}'''<br>A coffer full of [[silver]] coins worth eight [[real]]es each, part of a classical pirate bounty, this one taken during the sacking of Maracaibo |
| | ACP Treasure Bag of Gemstones.png|'''Bag of Gemstones'''<br>Small, yet valuable. This pirate found these stones in the house of a noble in [[Gibraltar]], hours before the city was sacked |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Tooth.png|'''Gold Tooth'''<br>The only remains of this pirate after he was captured and dismembered by the native tribes of the New Kingdom of Granada |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Exquemelin= |
| | ;[[Alexandre Exquemelin|Exquemelin]] |
| | The Barber Surgeon |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Famous Book.png|'''Famous Book'''<br>The History of the Bouccaneers of America is a classical account of the lives of the famous early [[Golden Age of Piracy|Golden Age]] pirates. Henry Morgan had it censored and amended to convey a more "proper" tale of his life |
| | ACP Treasure Medicine Chest.png|'''Medicine Chest'''<br>The most precious thing on a ship. Many a life could be saved with the potions stored in this wooden box... except when their illiterate user mixed them up |
| | ACP Treasure Surgeon's Saw.png|'''Surgeon's Saw'''<br>When limbs were doomed and pirates drunk enough to lie on the surgeon's table, the improvised [[doctor]] pulled out these tools and did what had to be done |
| | ACP Treasure Company Stock.png|'''Company Stock'''<br>This piece of paper issued by the {{Wiki|French West India Company|West India Company}} is worth a lot more than it looks. After King [[Louis XIV of France|Louis XIV]] dissolved the company in 1674, he had all the company shares bought back |
| | ACP Treasure Huguenot Cross.png|'''{{Wiki|Huguenots|Huguenot}} Cross'''<br>The proud property of a persecuted people, the members of the Protestant Reformed Church of France |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Razor.png|'''Gold Razor'''<br>This barber's utensil was offered to Henry Morgan's barber by the infamous captain himself... after he stole it from a rich Spanish conquistador |
| | </gallery> |
| | </tabber> |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|African relics= |
| | ;[[Africa]]n relics |
| | A plundered continent |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Dogon Axe.png|'''[http://www.sadighgallery.com/44706_AFRICAN_DOGONTRIBE_AXES Dogon Axe]'''<br>The animal figures engraved on this ceremonial [[bronze]] axe lend their strength to the warrior wielding it |
| | ACP Treasure Ram's Head.png|'''[http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/works-of-art/1991.17.123/ Ram's Head]'''<br>This ceremonial artifact was worn by the {{Wiki|Olowo of Owo|Olowo}}, the chief of the {{Wiki|Owo}} state, to assert his power |
| | ACP Treasure Hunting Horn.png|'''Hunting Horn'''<br>Carved from an [[elephant]]'s tusk, this [[hunting]] tool from the {{Wiki|kingdom of Kongo}} allowed the hunters to coordinate deadly attacks |
| | ACP Treasure Sacred Leopard.png|'''[http://www.pbase.com/bmcmorrow/image/126240761 Sacred Leopard]'''<br>Stolen from the {{Wiki|Benin Empire|kingdom of Benin}}, this [[ivory]] [[leopard]] was one of the symbolic representations of the {{Wiki|Oba (ruler)|Oba}}, the king |
| | ACP Treasure Egyptian Scarab.png|'''[[Egypt]]ian Scarab'''<br>Placed on the throat, chest and heart of the [[Mummification|mummy]], these artifacts allowed their bearer to be accepted in the eternal afterlife |
| | ACP Treasure Soul Washer.png|'''{{Wiki|File:Ashanti soulwasher by Claire H.jpg|Soul Washer}}'''<br>Worn by high-ranking members of the {{Wiki|Ashanti people}}, this protective pectoral disk was also a convenient way to store wealth |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Sea treasures= |
| | ;Sea treasures |
| | Rare finds |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Teardrop Pearl.png|'''Teardrop [[Pearl]]'''<br>The rounder and smoother the pearl, the more precious the find |
| | ACP Treasure Sea Glass Necklace.png|'''Sea Glass Necklace'''<br>This gorgeous necklace was made with the most beautiful pieces of sea glass |
| | ACP Treasure Lion's Paw.png|'''[[Lion]]'s Paw'''<br>A rare seashell used as a mount for this wonderful set of jewels |
| | ACP Treasure Gold Nautilus.png|'''Gold Nautilus'''<br>A nautilus shell serves as the main structure of this exceptional gold-plated sculpture |
| | ACP Treasure Glory of the Atlantic.png|'''Glory of the [[Atlantic Ocean|Atlantic]]'''<br>The Conus Granulatus is one of the rarest and most prized seashells of the West Indies |
| | ACP Treasure Black Pearl.png|'''Black Pearl'''<br>The smooth surface of this perfectly round pearl makes it an extremely rare natural occurrence |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Lucky charms= |
| | ;Lucky charms |
| | Symbols of future wealth |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Treasure Wealth Elephant.png|'''Wealth Elephant'''<br>In the ancient {{Wiki|Thailand|kingdom of Siam}}, the albino elephant was a sacred elephant that had to be tended to with much care |
| | ACP Treasure Emerald Clover.png|'''Emerald Clover'''<br>One leaf for faith, one leaf for hope, one leaf for love, and one leaf for luck |
| | ACP Treasure Jade Pig.png|'''Jade [[Pig]]'''<br>In [[China|Chinese]] culture, jade and pigs were symbols of good fortune |
| | ACP Treasure Bloodstone Bonbonniere.png|'''Bloodstone Bonbonniere'''<br>With its distinctive red spots, the {{Wiki|Heliotrope (mineral)|bloodstone}} was commonly used to stop bleeding and bring change |
| | ACP Treasure Albatross Pendant.png|'''Albatross Pendant'''<br>When sailors saw this bird at sea, they took it as a sign that fortune was on their side |
| | ACP Treasure Dreamcatcher.png|'''{{Wiki|Dreamcatcher}}'''<br>The symbol of the Spider Woman, who watched over the {{Wiki|Ojibwe}} children during the darkest hours |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Rare weapons= |
| | ;Rare weapons |
| | From all over the world |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Portuguese Blunderbuss.png|'''[[Portugal|Portuguese]] [[Blunderbuss]]'''<br>This fire-breathing weapon, often referred to as dragon, could be loaded with various types of ammunition, including gravel and sand |
| | ACP Flintlock Pistols.png|'''Flintlock Pistols'''<br>This finely ornamented pair of weapons most probably belonged to a rich Dutchman |
| | ACP Musketeer Rapier.png|'''Musketeer Rapier'''<br>Who knows how this outdated old-world weapon found its way to the West Indies? |
| | ACP Indian Dagger.PNG|'''[[India]]n Dagger'''<br>This silver {{Wiki|katar}} was used as an extension of the arm and fist to deal deadly attacks to the head and torso of its wielder's enemies |
| | ACP Ottoman Saber.png|'''Ottoman Saber'''<br>This one-handed curved weapon favored by the Turks originated from the famous Mongol blades |
| | GermanAxePistolACP.png|'''German {{Wiki|Pistol sword#Similar weapons|Axe-Pistol}}'''<br>This seventeenth century weapon combined two very functional melee favorites for maximal damage |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Snuff bottles= |
| | ;{{Wiki|Snuff bottle}}s |
| | Crafted in the Orient |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Elderly Man.png|'''Elderly Man'''<br>Carved from a bone, this snuff bottle represents the face of a happy tobacco-sniffing old man |
| | ACP Red Carp.png|'''Red Carp'''<br>A red colored snuff bottle engraved with swimming carp fish. A symbol of success and prosperity |
| | FishFlowerACP.png|'''Fish Flower'''<br>A turquoise snuff bottle to store one's ration of powdered tobacco |
| | ACP Twin Relief.png|'''Twin Relief'''<br>These two hand-carved Chinese snuff bottles feature the finest coral, lapis and turquoise beadings |
| | ACP Ivory Solace.png|'''Ivory Solace'''<br>This Chinese snuff bottle is engraved with a scene from the life of {{Wiki|Confucius}} |
| | ACP Tibetan Silver.png|'''[[Tibet]]an Silver'''<br>This ancient snuff bottle worn around the neck would preserve one's tobacco from the cold and heat |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Alcohol= |
| | ;Alcohol |
| | Drunk on plunder |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Old Cognac.png|'''Old Cognac'''<br>Somewhere in the world, a parched French captain must be miserable... |
| | ACP Wine Crate.png|'''Wine Crate'''<br>This precious loot will turn a thirsty pirate into the most sophisticated drunk |
| | ACP Ale Cask.png|'''Ale Cask'''<br>A healthy ration of pale ale. A light yet excellent drink, recommended for the whole family |
| | ACP Jamaican Rum.png|'''Jamaican Rum'''<br>The pirate classic drink. The Caribbean's signature alcohol |
| | ACP Vintage Bordeaux.png|'''Vintage Bordeaux'''<br>This old precious bottle must have been saved for a very special occasion |
| | ACP Whiskey.png|'''Whiskey'''<br>A product of the {{Wiki|Old Bushmills Distillery}} in [[Ireland]], the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world |
| | </gallery> |
| | </tabber> |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|Mayan Genesis= |
| | ;Mayan Genesis |
| | The Creation Myth |
| | <gallery widths="180" position="center" captionalign="center"> |
| | ACP Hunahpu.png|'''Hunahpu'''<br>The first of the {{Wiki|Maya Hero Twins|Hero Twins}}, the youthful hunter of birds |
| | ACP Xbalanque.png|'''Xbalanque'''<br>The second of the Hero Twins, nicknamed the Jaguar Sun |
| | ACP Vucub-Caquix.png|'''{{Wiki|Vucub Caquix|Vucub-Caquix}}'''<br>The false sun-moon demon bird, defeated by the Hero Twins after severing Hunahpu's arm |
| | ACP Buluc Chabtan.png|'''{{Wiki|List of Maya gods and supernatural beings#B|Buluc Chabtan}}'''<br>The God of war, violent death, and human sacrifice |
| | ACP The Hunter God Of Death.png|'''The {{Wiki|Maya death gods#Classic Period: God A|Hunter God of Death}}'''<br>The were-animal, the shape-shifter, hunter of heads, of deer... of humans |
| | ACP Howler Monkey God.png|'''{{Wiki|Howler monkey gods|Howler Monkey God}}'''<br>The Mayan Deity of the Arts, patron of the scribes and artisans |
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| | |-|Lords of the Night 1= |
| | ;Lords of the Night 1 |
| | The 9-day cycle |
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| | ACP God 1.png|'''God 1'''<br>The Powerful Lord of the Center, representing energy and enthusiasm |
| | ACP God 2.png|'''God 2'''<br>The sacrificial knife, symbol of responsibility and personal sacrifice |
| | ACP God 3.png|'''God 3'''<br>The {{Wiki|Piltzintecuhtli|God of Sun}}, symbol of the need for respect and recognition |
| | ACP God 4.png|'''God 4'''<br>The {{Wiki|Centeotl|God of Maize and Subsistence}}, representing protection and communication |
| | ACP God 5.PNG|'''God 5'''<br>The {{Wiki|Mictlantecuhtli|God of Death}}, symbol of sensitivity and touchiness |
| | ACP God 6.png|'''God 6'''<br>The {{Wiki|Chalchiuhtlicue|Goddess of Jade Water}}, representing independence and the longing for recognition |
| | </gallery> |
| | |-|Lords of the Night 2= |
| | ;Lords of the Night 2 |
| | The character archetypes |
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| | ACP God 7.png|'''God 7'''<br>The {{Wiki|Tlazolteotl|Goddess of Confession}}, representing refinement and sexuality |
| | ACP God 8.png|'''God 8'''<br>The {{Wiki|Tepeyollotl|Jaguar God}}, symbol of liveliness and the need for conversation |
| | ACP God 9.png|'''God 9'''<br>The {{Wiki|Tlaloc|God of Rain}}, representing independence and self-sufficiency |
| | ACP Dresden Codex.png|'''[https://www.slub-dresden.de/en/collections/manuscripts/the-dresden-maya-codex/ Dresden Codex]'''<br>The oldest book written in the Americas played a key role in deciphering Mayan hieroglyphs |
| | ACP Madrid Codex.png|'''[http://www.famsi.org/mayawriting/codices/madrid.html Madrid Codex]'''<br>Discovered during the Spanish conquest, this codex provides precious almanacs and astronomical tables |
| | ACP Mayan Calendar.png|'''{{Wiki|Haab'|Mayan Calendar}}'''<br>The cyclical nature of time perceived by the Mayas, cornerstone of their life-death imagery |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Lords of Light= |
| ===Imperio Español===
| | ;{{Wiki|Bacab|Lords of Light}} |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Deities of the Earth |
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| | ACP Cantzicnal.png|'''Cantzicnal'''<br>Son of Itzamna and Ixchel, the God of the Northern Sky represents the cold north wind |
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| | ACP Hosanek.png|'''Hosanek'''<br>The God of the Southern Sky stands like a pillar supporting the heavens and reveals the golden hue of the corn |
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| | ACP Hobnil.png|'''Hobnil'''<br>Standing in the Far East, Hobnil supports the eastern sky and glows with the warm red of the rising sun |
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| | ACP Saccimi.png|'''Saccimi'''<br>The Pillar God of the Western Sky is represented by the color black, the shade of the sky after the sun has set |
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| | ACP Stone Tablet.png|'''Stone tablet'''<br>This tablet represents a Bacab, any of the four Mayan deities of the interior of the earth |
| | ACP Itzamna.png|'''Itzamna'''<br>The creator deity, residing in the sky. The invisible high god |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Vikings artefacts= |
| ===Gems===
| | ;[[Vikings]] artefacts |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | First explorers |
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| | ACP Drinking Horn.png|'''Drinking Horn'''<br>A very common [[Viking]] accessory, made from the horns of [[goat]]s or [[cattle]] |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Viking Shield.png|'''Viking Shield'''<br>The unique way of holding the shield allowed Vikings to use it as an offensive and defensive tool |
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| | ACP Viking Helmet.png|'''{{Wiki|Viking Age arms and armour#Helmet|Viking Helmet}}'''<br>An expensive addition to the Viking's fighting gear, making it a rare find |
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| | ACP Viking Sword.png|'''Viking Sword'''<br>Rarer than the [[Battle Axe|battle axe]], this prestigious weapon was the prerogative of chieftains and kings |
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| | ACP Sacred Runes.png|'''Sacred Runes'''<br>[[Odin]]'s gift to humanity. [[Runes]] can be used for casting spells or blessing people and places |
| | ACP Bracelet.png|'''Bracelet'''<br>Who was supposed to wear this wonderful piece of craftsmanship? |
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| | | </tabber> |
| ===Lovers' souvenirs=== | | <tabber> |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | |-|Mayan Weapons= |
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| | Classic headbreakers |
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| | ACP Hul'che.png|'''{{Wiki|Spear-thrower|Hul'che}}'''<br>A wooden shaft used to throw darts or arrows at great speed |
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| | ACP Short Spear.png|'''Short Spear- A powerful throwing weapon used by hunters and warriors alike |
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| | ACP Club.png|'''Club'''<br>The short handle of this finely-carved spear gave its wielder maximum strength on impact |
| | ACP Obsidian Axe.png|'''[[Obsidian Axe]]'''<br>The blade of this short axe was so strong it could crack a man's head with one single blow |
| | ACP Obsidian Dagger.png|'''Obsidian Dagger'''<br>Carved from one block of solid [[Obsidian glass|obsidian]], this knife was truly unbreakable |
| | ACP Blowgun.png|'''[[Blowpipe|Blowgun]]'''<br>The length and small diameter of this traditional blowgun allowed for great precision |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Chess Pieces= |
| ===British Empire===
| | ;Chess Pieces |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Ancient gameplay |
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| | ACP Pawn.png|'''Pawn'''<br>The isolated pawn casts gloom over the entire chessboard |
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| | ACP Knight.png|'''Knight'''<br>Daring ideas are like chessmen moved forward. They may be beaten, but they may start a winning game |
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| | ACP Bishop.png|'''Bishop'''<br>The future belongs to he who has the bishops |
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| | ACP Rook.png|'''Rook'''<br>Chess is, above all, a fight |
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| | ACP Queen.png|'''Queen'''<br>When you see a good move, look for a better one |
| | ACP King.png|'''King'''<br>Life is more than just chess. Though a king dies, life goes on |
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| | | |-|Animal Kingdom= |
| ===Aztec relics===
| | ;Animal Kingdom |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Holy figures |
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| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Egyptian Cat.png|'''Egyptian [[Cat]]'''<br>Seen as a blessing for killing mice, vermin, and [[snake]]s, cats became associated with protection and progress |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Chinese Dragon.png|'''{{Wiki|Chinese dragon|Chinese Dragon}}'''<br>A powerful animal figure symbolizing the power of nature, the control over water, and the luck bestowed on the worthy souls |
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| | ACP Mayan Turtle.png|'''Mayan Turtle'''<br>A sacred symbol of the Earth, associated with the myth of creation and perpetual rebirth of the sun |
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| | ACP Roman Eagle.png|'''{{Wiki|Aquila (Roman)|Roman Eagle}}'''<br>A symbol of strength and power, the [[eagle]] was the emblem of the [[Roman Empire|Roman]] legions |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Persian Griffin.png|'''[[Iran|Persian]] [[Griffin (mythology)|Griffin]]'''<br>This amalgam of an eagle and a lion served as palace ornaments and represented the guardians of light |
| | ACP Greek Horse.png|'''[[Greece|Greek]] [[Horse]]'''<br>The famous {{Wiki|Trojan Horse}}, symbol of man's trickery and intelligence |
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| | | |-|The Zodiac 1= |
| ===Mayan relics===
| | ;The Zodiac 1 |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | The Sun's path |
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| | ACP Aries.png|'''{{Wiki|Aries (constellation)|Aries}}'''<br>Depicted as a man with a [[Sheep|ram]]'s head by the Egyptian, Aries represented fertility and creativity |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Taurus.png|'''{{Wiki|Taurus (constellation)|Taurus}}'''<br>One of the earliest constellations, with the giant star {{Wiki|Aldebaran}} as the bull's bloodshot eye |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Gemini.png|'''Gemini'''<br>[[Kastor and Polydeukes|Castor and Pollux]] are its two brightest stars, the Great Twins united by [[Zeus]] in immortality |
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| | ACP Cancer.png|'''{{Wiki|Cancer (constellation)|Cancer}}'''<br>The dimmest of the zodiacal constellations, the Dark Sign is black and deprived of eyes |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Leo.png|'''{{Wiki|Leo (constellation)|Leo}}'''<br>Identified by the Greeks as the [[Nemean Lion]] killed by hero [[Herakles|Heracles]] as one of the [[Labours of Hercules|twelve labors]] |
| | ACP Virgo.png|'''{{Wiki|Virgo (constellation)|Virgo}}'''<br>Associated with fertility, abundance or the goddess of [[wheat]] and agriculture |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|The Zodiac 2= |
| ===Inca relics===
| | ;The Zodiac 2 |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | The Moon's path |
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| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Libra.png|'''{{Wiki|Libra (constellation)|Libra}}'''<br>With its stars representing the scales of justice, this constellation is the symbol of truth and civility |
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| | ACP Scorpio.png|'''{{Wiki|Scorpius|Scorpio}}'''<br>Sent by [[Apollo]] to attack the huntsman [[Orion]] and kill him, the [[Scorpion]] was later raised to heavens by Zeus |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Sagittarius.png|'''{{Wiki|Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius}}'''<br>The constellation resembles a stick figure archer pointing its bow towards the Scorpion's heart |
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| | ACP Capricorn.png|'''{{Wiki|Capricornus|Capricorn}}'''<br>Represented as a hybrid of a goat and a fish since the 21st century BC, when the winter solstice occurred under Capricorn |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Aquarius.png|'''{{Wiki|Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius}}'''<br>The water bearer, holder of the spring rains and the destructive floods of the ancient times |
| | ACP Pisces.png|'''{{Wiki|Pisces (constellation)|Pisces}}'''<br>Two fish tied by a cord, [[Aphrodite]] and [[Eros]] leaping into the sea to escape the monster [[Typhon]] |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Headdresses= |
| ===Strange artifacts===
| | ;Headdresses |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Gorgeous adornments |
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| | ACP Warrior Headdress.png|'''Warrior Headdress'''<br>Designed to impress enemies and imbue the warrior with the strength of mythological animals |
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| | ACP Priest Headdress.png|'''Priest Headdress'''<br>The symbol of the priest's status, the human link between gods and men |
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| | ACP Tuccan Headdress.png|'''Tucan Headdress'''<br>This richly decorated headdress was worn by an influent Mayan nobleman |
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| | ACP Great Tree Headdress.png|'''Great Tree Headdress'''<br>This headdress associated its bearer with the Great Tree, the central pole holding up the sky |
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| | ACP Sacred Bird Headdress.png|'''Sacred Bird Headdress'''<br>This headdress is a tribute to the Celestial Bird, a figure of the Mayan Creation myth |
| | ACP Crocodile Headdress.png|'''Crocodile Headdress'''<br>The headdress is an homage to the [[crocodile]], the original animal, symbolizing new beginnings and new potential |
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| | | </tabber> |
| ===[[Henry Morgan]]=== | | <tabber> |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | |-|Independence Day= |
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| | ;Independence Day |
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| | Revolutionary war artifacts |
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| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP War Drum.png|'''War Drum'''<br>The drums were an important part of the battlefield communications system, with various drum rolls used to sign different commands from officers to troops |
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| | ACP Cocked Hat.png|'''Cocked hat'''<br>Troops with flintlock muskets tended to knock each other's wide brimmed hats off when they drilled in close formation, so they sewed the brims to the crown |
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| | ACP Engraved Powder Horn.png|'''Engraved Powder Horn'''<br>Probably used on board ship for priming the [[cannon]] with fine powder |
| | ACP American Gunsmith.png|'''American Gunsmith'''<br>An American gunsmith assembled this pistol utilizing parts from a {{Wiki|Pistolet modèle 1733|Model 1733}} French dragoon pistol |
| | ACP Revolutionary Grenade.png|'''Revolutionary Grenade'''<br>Grenades of this type played an important part in the biggest naval battle of the [[American Revolutionary War|Revolutionary War]] |
| | ACP Grand Union Flag.png|'''Grand Union Flag'''<br>The first emblem of the [[United States]] Navy after the [[Declaration of Independence]] |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Pirates' Day= |
| ===François l'Olonnais===
| | ;Pirates' Day |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Navigation tools |
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| | ACP Miniature Globe.png|'''Miniature Globe'''<br>The entire living world in the palm of your hand |
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| | ACP Bronze Compass.png|'''Bronze Compass'''<br>This apparently mundane tool is encased in precious metal |
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| | ACP Antique Compass.png|'''Antique Compass'''<br>One of man's oldest tools, used to mark distances and establish one's position on a map |
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| | ACP Nocturnal.png|'''Nocturnal'''<br>Used to tell time by the celestial clock. One ring was set to the date and the arm aligned with the correct stars |
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| | ACP Legendary Spyglass.png|'''Legendary Spyglass'''<br>This precious tools is rumoured to have belonged to a merciless French pirate |
| | ACP Ancient Map.png|'''Ancient Map'''<br>The extraordinary travels of [[William Dampier]], the first man to circumnavigate the world three times |
| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
| | | |-|Halloween= |
| ===Exquemelin===
| | ;Halloween |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Esoteric stuff |
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| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Thinking Skull.png|'''Thinking Skull'''<br>Traces of stone chips were found in the skin around the neck, suggesting that the victim was killed with antiquated tools, probably for sacrifice |
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| | ACP Torture Doll.png|'''Torture Doll'''<br>The Slaves brought from [[Africa]] brought their own form of image magic known as {{Wiki|Vodun art|Bocio}} |
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| | ACP Snake in a Jar.png|'''Snake in a Jar'''<br>Snakes are considered to be the holders of intuitive knowledge<br>knowing that which cannot be spoken |
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| | ACP Sacrificial Wooden Stake.png|'''Sacrificial Wooden Stake'''<br>Used for the purposes of mastering divine magnetism, by giving the sacrificed life energy to the gods |
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| | ACP Shrunken Head.png|'''Shrunken Head'''<br>Reduce the head of his enemy allows to lock in his mind and thus to prevent his revenge |
| | ACP Spirit Bottles.png|'''Spirit Bottles'''<br>In many instances the spirits trapped within the typical Voodoo Spirit Bottle are benevolent and are easily encouraged to act on behalf of their keepers, either in bringing luck or love or in keeping evil far away |
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| | | |-|Christmas= |
| ===African relics===
| | ;Christmas |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Celebration items |
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| | ACP Alcool Cups.png|'''Alcool Cups'''<br>Set of British Royal Navy Rum or Grog Measures'''<br>1 Quart, 1 Pint and 2 ½ Pint Measures |
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| | ACP Music Instrument.png|'''Music Instrument'''<br>Sailors have a long tradition of entertaining themselves with song, and Christmas carols were very popular at the time |
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| | ACP Silver Cutlery.png|'''Silver Cutlery'''<br>Old silver plates, forks and spoons used by pirates for celebrations |
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| | ACP Treasure Coins.png|'''Treasure Coins'''<br>Pirates consistently had access to better food than most sailors, plenty of liquor, and exotic spices because of their richness. Pirates were often warmly welcomed by business associates who enjoyed partying with these charming rogues |
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| | ACP Wooden Harpoon.png|'''Wooden Harpoon'''<br>For pirates, the hunt would be part of the excitement of the holiday. They also had the right to feast for Christmas! |
| | ACP Bell of the Whydah.png|'''Bell of the [[Whydah]]'''<br>A ship's bell is used to indicate the time aboard a ship and hence to regulate the sailor's duty watches |
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| | | |-|Chinese New Year= |
| ===Sea treasures===
| | ;{{Wiki|Chinese New Year}} |
| <gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180"> | | Chinese pirates' treasure |
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| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Red Flag.png|'''Red Flag'''<br>The Red Flag was one of the most powerful {{Wiki|Pirates of the South China Coast|pirate fleets in all of China}}, controlled by the famous and powerful female pirate [[Ching Shih]]. |
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| | ACP Magnetic Compass.png|'''Magnetic Compass'''<br>First invented as a device for divination as early as the Chinese [[Han dynasty|Han Dynasty]], the magnetic compass was later adopted for navigation by the [[Song dynasty]] Chinese during the 11th century. |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Dao Sword.png|'''[[Dao|Dao Sword]]'''<br>{{Wiki|Piracy#Asia|Chinese pirates}} mostly fought with traditional Chinese weapons as dao, [[jian]], {{Wiki|Qiang (spear)|qiang}} and {{Wiki|Huochong|gun}}. |
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| | ACP Traditional Clothes.png|'''{{Wiki|Hanfu|Traditional Clothes}}'''<br>This kind of clothes was worn by most people and pirates themselves at this period. |
| Wiki noimage.jpg| | | ACP Dragon Seal.png|'''Dragon {{Wiki|Seal (East Asia)#Chinese usage|Seal}}'''<br>Ivory dragon seal with carved decoration, dated from pirates' age. |
| | ACP Antique Chinese Pot.png|'''Antique {{Wiki|Hu (vessel)|Chinese Pot}}'''<br>Painted pottery pot with raised reliefs of dragons and phoenixes. |
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| ==Reference== | | ==Appearances== |
| *''[[Assassin's Creed: Pirates]]'' | | *''[[Assassin's Creed: Pirates]]'' |
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| | ==References== |
| | {{Reflist}} |
| | {{ACP}} |
| [[Category:Objects]] | | [[Category:Objects]] |
| | [[Category:Alonzo Batilla's collections]] |
| | <!--[zh:阿朗佐·巴提拉的宝藏]--> |