Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is a popular video game that was released for the Nintendo 3DS. It is the third installment in the Shantae series and was developed by WayForward Technologies. The game follows the adventures of the half-genie Shantae, who teams up with Risky Boots, a pirate, to save Sequin Land from an evil curse. In Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, players control Shantae as she embarks on a quest to collect the Dark Magic and save her homeland. Along the way, she must defeat various enemies and unlock new abilities by collecting magical items. These abilities allow Shantae to traverse different areas and help her in combat against the game's numerous bosses.
CONTACT NAME: Birch
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These abilities allow Shantae to traverse different areas and help her in combat against the game's numerous bosses. One of the unique aspects of Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is its blend of platforming and Metroidvania gameplay mechanics. Players explore a large interconnected world, similar to the Metroid series, while also engaging in platforming challenges.
Spiritual Groups or Like-Minded Individuals in Maryland
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BATULA CONVENIO
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Traditional Witchcraft and Folk Witchcraft
CONTACT NAME: Birch
We are a queer, multi-racial, non-hierarchical group based in Baltimore working together to study and grow in our magical skillset from a variety of traditions and backgrounds. Most of our members work with English, German, and Scandinavian folk magic traditions with strong roots in ceremonial magic, and gather informally to share our knowledge and more formally to perform group rites when needed and appropriate. We meet once a month whenever possible. All traditions and people are welcome, though we require all members to be 18+.
CRESCENT MOON COVEN
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Traditional Witchcraft
CONTACT NAME: Jupiter Crescent
The crescent moon coven is a traditional witchcraft coven. Our coven also practice other traditions such as Vodou, Shamanism, and much Hoodoo folk magic. While secular, our coven do participate in holidays and rituals for certain gods. Our coven is located in Baltimore city, and we are open to serious seekers who are interested. We accept all levels of skill to be considered for initiation, though we’d appreciate some knowledge of the basics of witchcraft.
ANDREDSWEALD
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: .K.A.M.
CONTACT NAME: Robin Culain
AndredsWeald is a Wiccan Coven in the .K.A.M. Tradition. .K.A.M. is a nearly fifty year old tradition with Gardnerian, Alexandrian and Celtic lineage. We do occasional teaching and writing -- our website is andredsweald.org .
FREDERICK
FREDERICK CUUPs
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic - Unitarian Universalist Pagan
CONTACT NAME: Irene
Frederick CUUPS is an official member of the national Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans (CUUPS), an organization dedicated to networking Pagan-identified Unitarian Universalists, educating people about Paganism, promoting interfaith dialogue, developing Pagan liturgies and theologies, and supporting Pagan-identified UU religious professionals. We offer open, family-friendly High Holiday Rituals throughout the year, a Pagan scouting group for kids, monthly Earth Centered Spirituality Services and Full Moon Labyrinth Walks.
RIVERWOOD GROVE
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian
CONTACT NAME: Aeowyn
Riverwood Grove is a Traditional Gardnerian outer court training group located in Frederick, Md, open to serious seekers of all skill levels considering initiation into the Gardnerian Tradition and looking to join a working coven. We offer education for a year and a day and cover such topics as The Wheel of the Year, divination, magick, and mythology, among other topics.
HARFORD COUNTY
KEEPERS OF THE HOLLY CHALICE
CITY: Harford County
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Assembly of the Sacred Wheel, a 501c3 Wiccan organization
CONTACT NAME: Leanne
Keepers of the Holly Chalice is the original coven of the ASW, beginning 39 years ago. We work to re-enchant the world, beginning with ourselves. Our magick combines Wiccan and western Magickal tradition elements. We hold sabbats, esbats and classes in Harford County, advertised on our website and Facebook. Membership is open to seekers over 21 who have reliable transportation and can commit to regular meetings. Please ask if you are interested. Guests are always welcome to our events.
RISING SUN OUTREACH MINISTRY
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Wicca, Voudoun, Umbanda, Norse, Santeria, Chaplaincy
CONTACT NAME: Charles Redden Butler Neto
Rising Sun Outreach Ministry is a multi-faith outreach connecting to Pagans of several traditions including Wiccans, Druids, Voudoun, Yoruba, Umbanda, Santeria, Christian and Jewish mystics, working in chaplaincy in hospital, hospice, prison, and related outreaches, including social service organizations and public activism. We reach out to caregivers with a word of welcome and seek to help them. We visit prisons, work with hospital counselors, and connect with local businesses.
VELA GROVE
CITY: Mount Airy
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Blue Star
CONTACT NAME: Teazel
Vela is a Grove/Coven in the Blue Star Tradition. We are a teaching group with an emphasis on worshiping the Gods. Vela began in 2010 as a sponsored Grove. Vela regularly holds New Moon Esbats and Sabbats. We are currently accepting new students.
We serve the DC Metro Area, and welcome members from Northern VA, DC and Maryland.
Vela places an emphasis on grove learning with many classes available both in person and online for those who are dedicated. With Blue Star’s tradition of a laity/congregation, we realize that not everyone wants or is suited for initiation and clergy, and have created many classes for those who choose to stay as dedicants as well as those who choose to continue on the path towards initiation.
Please visit our website for more information. There is a form to fill out if you are interested in joining us.
NATIONAL HARBOR
TEMENOS TRITON
CITY: National Harbor
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Minoan Brotherhood
CONTACT NAME: Leonidas
We are an all male coven located in Old Town Alexandria, VA. Our tradition is initiatory, oathbound, skyclad, homoerotic, and for male witches only. We are open to local seekers in the DC area over the age of 21 with time to commit to regular meetings. We are also open to other seekers who are willing and able to travel on a case-by-case basis. Our outer court is usually held only once per year in person and has limited space. Please read about our grove (what we call a coven), the Minoan Brotherhood, and the Kommos Line on our website before contacting us. We are open to ALL men and are left-leaning and anti-racist. Thank you.
ROCKVILLE
CIRCLE OF THE AMALTHAI
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian
CONTACT NAME: Ashley & Azaizall
Ashley & Azaizall: HPS & HP of Circle of the Amalthai. We are an initiatory Gardnerian coven that traces our lineage back to Gerald Gardner via the Long Island Line. We are welcoming of any DMV area seekers of all ages, identities, orientations, races/ethnicities, and any level of background knowledge or experience in witchcraft and/or Wicca. Our outer court, Amalthai Grove, will re-open in 2023. We are always happy to talk to seekers! Interested seekers can send us an email at [email protected] .
SILVER SPRING
FELLOWSHIP OF THE ANCIENT WHITE STAG / ASSEMBLY OF THE SACRED WHEEL
CITY: Silver Spring
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Wicca, Ceremonial Magick
CONTACT NAME: FAWS contact
The Fellowship of the Ancient White Stag (FAWS) is a coven of the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel based in the northern Washington, D.C. suburbs.
Our emphasis is on self-development and connection with deity through guided meditations, pathworkings and embodiment of the divine. We are devoted to service – to the community, to the land, and to the divine. We follow a code of ethics, which includes the Wiccan Rede, a willingness to teach others, and the importance of honoring the Earth and its inhabitants.
In our circle, we celebrate the Wheel of the Year and include the teachings of the Eastern and Western traditions such as Qabala, astrology, Tarot, meditation, Shamanic journeying, divination, chant, and more.
THURMONT
RAVENSEA COVEN/STARFALL GROVE
CITY: Thurmont (Greater Fredrick Area)
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian Wicca
CONTACT NAME: Kore and Nicanthiel
Kore and Nicanthiel: 3* HPS and HP of RavenSea coven, Long Island Line. StarFall Grove is a Gardnerian outer court training group for RavenSea coven located in the Greater Fredrick area of Maryland, about an hour west of Baltimore. We are currently accepting seekers for outer court training on an ongoing basis. At the end of training, a traditional year and a day, seekers may petition to join the inner court. We are an LGBTQ+ inclusive group. We are also inclusive to parents, the differently abled, all races, all cultures, and all genders. We are interested in talking to seekers at all levels, considering initiation into the Gardnerian Tradition. Our group is accessible from many areas, including western Maryland, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania. As of summer, 2023, our coven will be full, but we are still open to talking to seekers about training on an ongoing basis.
Contact us at: [email protected] We welcome seekers from all over the DMV area. Blessed be.
WESTMINSTER
KEEPERS OF THE CAULDRON
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Pagan
CONTACT NAME: Robin
We are building a community of like-minded people who follow an earth based path of spirituality, who see the divine manifest in all creation. The cycles of nature are our Holy Days, the earth is our Temple, its plants and creatures our partners and teachers. We honor the Divine Energy in its many forms, we respect all life, cherish the free will of sentient beings and accept the sacredness of all creation. If you have followed the path of a pagan, Wiccan, Druid, Witch, energy healer, shaman, etc. and are looking for a spiritual community (or coven) with which to learn, grow, and develop your spiritual path, we might be the right fit for you. Our regular meetings will be in the Westminster area, with other events/ ceremonies/rituals happening mostly in Carroll County. All sentient beings of any persuasion are welcome.
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This combination creates a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience. The game also features a charming art style and catchy soundtrack, which adds to its overall appeal. The visuals are bright and vibrant, with detailed character animations. The music fits the game's pirate theme and enhances the player's immersion in the world of Sequin Land. Shantae and the Pirate's Curse received positive reviews from critics and players alike. It was praised for its tight controls, creative level design, and engaging gameplay. The game's humor and well-written dialogue also received acclaim, adding to its overall charm. Overall, Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is a must-play for fans of platforming and Metroidvania games. Its unique blend of gameplay mechanics, charming art style, and engaging story make it a standout title on the Nintendo 3DS. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Shantae series or new to the franchise, this game is sure to provide hours of entertainment..
Reviews for "Comparing Shantae and the Pirate's Curse on 3DS to Previous Installments"
1. John - 1/5
The game seemed promising at first with its vibrant visuals and catchy music, but it quickly became tedious and repetitive. The platforming mechanics felt clunky and the level design was uninspired. The puzzles were overly simplistic, lacking any real challenge. Additionally, the story was uninspiring and the dialogue was cringe-worthy. Overall, "Shantae and the Pirates Cursed 3DS" failed to engage me and left me feeling disappointed.
2. Sarah - 2/5
I had high hopes for "Shantae and the Pirates Cursed 3DS" as a fan of platformer games, but it ultimately fell short of my expectations. The controls felt unresponsive and it was frustrating to navigate the levels. The difficulty seemed imbalanced, with certain parts being incredibly easy and others being needlessly difficult. The lackluster story and repetitive gameplay also contributed to my disappointment. While the colorful graphics and catchy tunes were a plus, they couldn't make up for the game's overall shortcomings.
3. Michael - 2.5/5
As a longtime fan of the Shantae series, I was excited to play "Shantae and the Pirates Cursed 3DS". However, I found myself let down by the lack of innovation in this installment. The game felt like a rehash of previous titles, with little new content to offer. The platforming elements were solid, but the repetitive combat and shallow character progression left much to be desired. Although the visuals and music were top-notch as always, the game failed to capture the same level of charm and excitement as its predecessors. Overall, "Shantae and the Pirates Cursed 3DS" wasn't a terrible game, but it just didn't live up to the series' lofty standards.