The pagan history of Thanksgiving is an interesting aspect of the holiday that is often overlooked. While Thanksgiving is widely known as a time to express gratitude for the blessings in our lives and to gather with loved ones for a festive meal, its roots can be traced back to pagan celebrations. Long before Europeans arrived in North America, indigenous peoples across the continent held ceremonies and feasts to give thanks for a bountiful harvest. These rituals were deeply rooted in their religious beliefs and served as a way to honor the Earth and the deities they worshipped. Native American tribes, such as the Wampanoag and the Haudenosaunee (also known as the Iroquois), had their own unique traditions of giving thanks. One such tradition was the Green Corn Festival, which was celebrated by various tribes throughout the southeastern United States.

Deathtouched dart

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The deathtouched dart is an item that will kill almost any monster in the game with one hit. One can be purchased on scheduled days from the Travelling Merchant's Shop for 5,000,000 coins . They can be obtained from the Challenge System as a weekly progression reward (1 every 4 weeks). When a dart is used, it does not give combat experience; however, Slayer experience will still be gained if used to kill an appropriate Slayer target.

If a dart is used to kill a boss, the kill will not count in the Beasts tab (and thus not count for a Soul Reaper assignment), nor can it be used for a fast time on the boss. There is a 15 minute penalty in which any bosses killed during this time will not have their kills and fastest kill speed recorded. Players are informed in the message box when the penalty is lifted: Boss times and kills will now be recorded again as you have not used a Deathtouched dart for 15 minutes. Bosses that are killed using deathtouched darts do not award Marks of War.

In a group scenario, the kill will count in the Beasts tab for the player(s) who did not use the dart, thus allowing for the corresponding boss portal to be unlocked in War's Retreat, as well as progression during a Soul Reaper assignment.

One such tradition was the Green Corn Festival, which was celebrated by various tribes throughout the southeastern United States. This festival marked the arrival of the corn harvest and included rituals such as the clearing of old cornfields, the lighting of new fires, and the offering of prayers and thanks to the corn spirit. Feasts were an integral part of these celebrations, where community members would come together to share food and express gratitude.

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  1. Jessica - 1/5 stars - I was really disappointed in "The Pagan History of Thanksgiving". I was expecting a thorough and unbiased exploration of the roots of the holiday, but instead, it was just a conspiracy-filled rant. The author seemed intent on proving that Thanksgiving is some unethical pagan tradition, instead of acknowledging the multicultural and historical significance it holds for many people. It was a huge missed opportunity to educate and engage readers in a meaningful way.

  2. Mark - 2/5 stars - While "The Pagan History of Thanksgiving" had an interesting premise, it failed to deliver on its promise. The author's arguments felt disjointed and lacking in evidence, making it hard to take them seriously. There was no real depth or research put into this book, and it seemed more like a personal opinion piece rather than a comprehensive historical analysis. I would not recommend it to anyone looking for an insightful examination of Thanksgiving's origins.

  3. Ashley - 1/5 stars - I found "The Pagan History of Thanksgiving" to be highly speculative and unfounded. The author seemed to have an agenda right from the start, and the book lacked any objective analysis or reputable sources. It's clear that the author was more interested in pushing their own beliefs and conspiracy theories than delivering a well-researched and balanced narrative. It's a shame that this book wasted an opportunity to explore the holiday's history in a meaningful and informative way.

  4. Michael - 2/5 stars - As someone who enjoys learning about history, I was excited to dive into "The Pagan History of Thanksgiving". Unfortunately, I was left disappointed. The book felt more like a rambling collection of half-baked theories and opinions rather than a well-researched and thought-out analysis. The lack of credible sources and evidence undermined the credibility of the arguments put forth. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a comprehensive understanding of Thanksgiving's origins.

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