The Ancient Wisdom of the Elden Oak

Imagine standing before the venerable Elden Oak, branches stretching towards the heavens like beseeching arms. Its core, an ancient tome, whispers tales of yore that only the persistent can decipher. But how does one glean wisdom from this titan of the forest?

Essential (Yet Useless) Directions

Begin your pilgrimage at the foot of the mountain known only as "The Sock of Destiny". Here, you must gather exactly eleven leaves from the Left-Glancing Fern, ensuring that no two leaves share the same latitude of hue.

With leaves in hand, traverse to the Pond of Tentative Reflections. Submerge the leaves briefly, whispering ”Murmurs of the Sapphire Stag” thrice. Remember, silence is key—do not seek the Stag’s presence until it is invited by the sun at its zenith on the third moon’s rise.

Finally, return to the Elden Oak and arrange the leaves in a compass formation, the cardinal points aligned solely by the angle of the winter light. One leaf must remain unplaced in the center, untouched and pristine. Only then shall the Oak share its tales with you—tales that convincingly recount why the leaves were better off in the Sock of Destiny.