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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
===Palace Ruins=== | ===Palace Ruins=== | ||
Levels with this theme appear to take place on top of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Olympus Mount Olympus]. For this reason, the theme is also called "Greece Olympus". This is a place at high altitude where everything is made of white marble. Despite this, the growth of vegetation seems uninhibited. There is grass to be seen on most of the platforms, and also trees as scenery elements. Some small trees can uproot themselves and move from one place to another, where they replant themselves. Apart from the mountains and the marble structures, there is a very calm sea to be seen. This sea, like the sky, is a very bright blue colour, which parodies the stereotypes of Greek summer weather. At first, there are only some white cumulus clouds in the sky, but in certain places the atmosphere becomes darker and more tempestuous, with many grey clouds that obscure the light. Apart from the marble platforms, there are floating shields with faces on them. These can serve as platforms, but also to block fireballs launched by [[minotaur]]s. | Levels with this theme appear to take place on top of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Olympus Mount Olympus]. For this reason, the theme is also called "Greece Olympus". This is a place at high altitude where everything is made of white marble. Despite this, the growth of vegetation seems uninhibited. There is grass to be seen on most of the platforms, and also trees as scenery elements. Some small trees can uproot themselves and move from one place to another, where they replant themselves. Apart from the mountains and the marble structures, there is a very calm sea to be seen. This sea, like the sky, is a very bright blue colour, which parodies the stereotypes of Greek summer weather. At first, there are only some white cumulus clouds in the sky, but in certain places the atmosphere becomes darker and more tempestuous, with many grey clouds that obscure the light. Apart from the marble platforms, there are floating shields with faces on them. These can serve as platforms, but also to block fireballs launched by [[minotaur]]s. | ||
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Olympus Beginning.jpg|The very first scene of this world. To be seen are a small [[minotaur]], a running tree in the background and a marble door with a symbol of an eye above it. | Olympus Beginning.jpg|The very first scene of this world. To be seen are a small [[minotaur]], a running tree in the background and a marble door with a symbol of an eye above it. | ||
ConstellationRL(2).png|Constellations, as can be seen in the cinematics of the defeat of the [[Dark | ConstellationRL(2).png|Constellations, as can be seen in the cinematics of the defeat of the [[Dark Teensy|Dark Teensies]], and in the first level of this world, [[Shields Up... and Down]]. | ||
Olympus Constellation1.jpg| | Olympus Constellation1.jpg|A constellation of a flying [[pig]] in the sky. | ||
Olympus Cannons.jpg|Small [[minotaur]]s in the background use two cannons to launch fireballs to try to stop the heroes. | Olympus Cannons.jpg|Small [[minotaur]]s in the background use two cannons to launch fireballs to try to stop the heroes. | ||
Olympus Storm.jpg|A statue of a hero of | Olympus Storm.jpg|A statue of a hero of [[Globox's species|the same species]] as [[Globox]]. | ||
Olympus Hand.jpg|This white hand, a reference to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeus Zeus], can electrocute the heroes if they don't hide themselves well under the shield. | Olympus Hand.jpg|This white hand, a reference to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeus Zeus], can electrocute the heroes if they don't hide themselves well under the shield. | ||
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===Minotaur's Maze=== | ===Minotaur's Maze=== | ||
[[Image:Wallprops.png|thumb|right|200px|In this world, stylised "H"s are regularly seen engraved on the walls or on [[buzzsaw]]s. They may be a reference to Hades.]] | |||
One of the most important environments of this world is that of the labyrinth. These labyrinths are vast closed structures constructed in grey stone. On the walls, complicated diagrams appear, or sometimes symbols, such as a stylised "H", which resembles a gate of Hell and probably references Hades. These structures and diagrams on the walls probably reference the labyrinths of ancient mythology, most notably that constructed on Crete by Daedalus to imprison the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minotaur Minotaur] (the creature which inspired [[Minotaur|the main enemies of this world]]). Sometimes, huge floating stone cubes appear as elements of the scenery. In the ''[[Rayman Legends]]'' level [[Hell Breaks Loose]], we learn that [[Dragon (Olympus Maximus)|dragons]] live among these floating cubes. These [[Dragon (Olympus Maximus)|dragons]] might reference oriental mythology. | |||
One of the most important environments of this world is that of the labyrinth. These labyrinths are vast closed structures constructed in grey stone. On the walls, complicated diagrams appear, or sometimes symbols, such as a stylised "H", which resembles a gate of Hell and probably references Hades. These structures and diagrams on the walls probably reference the labyrinths of ancient mythology, most notably that constructed on Crete by Daedalus to imprison the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minotaur Minotaur] (the creature which inspired | |||
The walls are often covered with spikes, and numerous [[buzzsaw]]s appear on the paths through the labyrinths, which makes these sections resemble somewhat the factories of the [[Moody Clouds]] of ''[[Rayman Origins]]''. Little turrets appear on the walls, which shoot flaming swords which follow the heroes (like the missiles shot by the [[ | The walls are often covered with spikes, and numerous [[buzzsaw]]s appear on the paths through the labyrinths, which makes these sections resemble somewhat the factories of the [[Moody Clouds]] of ''[[Rayman Origins]]''. Little turrets appear on the walls, which shoot flaming swords which follow the heroes (like the missiles shot by the [[hunter]]s or the turrets of the [[Moody Clouds]] and [[20,000 Lums under the Sea]]). To progress in these sections, the heroes must use their power to run on the walls quite often. Another detail of this environment, which is quite strange, is the fact that drums sometimes appear, which bounce the heroes when they jump on them. Some sections invert the screen, which increases the difficulty of the puzzles. | ||
[[The Amazing Maze]] is a particularly complicated puzzle which takes place in this environment. | [[The Amazing Maze]] is a particularly complicated puzzle which takes place in this environment. | ||
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Olympus ShieldsUp Secret1.jpg|The first secret | Olympus ShieldsUp Secret1.jpg|The first secret area of the first level, [[Shields Up... and Down]], takes place in this environment. | ||
The Dark Creatures Rise.jpg|A labyrinth invaded by [[dark creature]]s. | The Dark Creatures Rise.jpg|A labyrinth invaded by [[dark creature]]s. | ||
Labyrinth Swords.jpg|Heat-seeking swords fired by little turrets on the walls. | Labyrinth Swords.jpg|Heat-seeking swords fired by little turrets on the walls. | ||
MinotaurCleansArea.jpg|A zone of [[ | MinotaurCleansArea.jpg|A zone of [[the Amazing Maze]], where there are drums, spikes and a small [[minotaur]] who is cleaning the place. | ||
Labyrinthique Switch.jpg|This zone of [[the Amazing Maze]] shows a diagram of the labyrinth on the wall. | Labyrinthique Switch.jpg|This zone of [[the Amazing Maze]] shows a diagram of the labyrinth on the wall. | ||
Labyrinth Inverted.jpg|One of the secret | Labyrinth Inverted.jpg|One of the secret areas of [[Swarmed and Dangerous]] takes place in a labyrinth which inverts the screen. [[Buzzsaw]]s are also to be seen. | ||
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===Fiery Depths=== | ===Fiery Depths=== | ||
One of the other important places of this world is the Fiery Depths, also known as "Greece Hades", the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_underworld Greek Underworld]. Contrarily to the well-ordered labyrinths, this is a chaotic abyss. However, there are some similarities between these environments (such as the necessity to use the power to run on walls) and the heroes pass from one to the other quite frequently in ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. Even though this section is a metaphor for the Greek Underworld, one sees many details drawn from Christian ideas of "Hell", where the most serious sinners are punished. The pits of lava, out of which come jets and huge flames, seem reminiscent of the "lake of fire" mentioned in the Bible. Also, from time to time, [[devilbob]]s are seen, invoking notions of devils or demons. Apart from that, the environment mainly consists of jagged stone cliffs, sometimes with cascades of lava or burning fissures on them. The rock from which the cliffs are made seems to be a purple colour, but it is probably grey like the rock in the labyrinths, tinted by the red light from the fire and lava. There are doors carved into the cliffs to link the different sections of the levels. These doors are in the form of a triangle. This surely references Greek alchemy, because a triangle of this type is the symbol of the element of fire, which is found in many places in this environment. As on Mount Olympus, some statues of members of [[Globox's species]] appear, as well as some of [[Teensie]]s. These statues seem to portray soldiers, and are mostly found just outside secret doors. | One of the other important places of this world is the Fiery Depths, also known as "Greece Hades", the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_underworld Greek Underworld]. Contrarily to the well-ordered labyrinths, this is a chaotic abyss. However, there are some similarities between these environments (such as the necessity to use the power to run on walls) and the heroes pass from one to the other quite frequently in ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. Even though this section is a metaphor for the Greek Underworld, one sees many details drawn from Christian ideas of "Hell", where the most serious sinners are punished. The pits of lava, out of which come jets and huge flames, seem reminiscent of the "lake of fire" mentioned in the Bible. Also, from time to time, [[devilbob]]s are seen, invoking notions of devils or demons. Apart from that, the environment mainly consists of jagged stone cliffs, sometimes with cascades of lava or burning fissures on them. The rock from which the cliffs are made seems to be a purple colour, but it is probably grey like the rock in the labyrinths, tinted by the red light from the fire and lava. There are doors carved into the cliffs to link the different sections of the levels. These doors are in the form of a triangle. This surely references Greek alchemy, because a triangle of this type is the symbol of the element of fire, which is found in many places in this environment. As on Mount Olympus, some statues of members of [[Globox's species]] appear, as well as some of [[Teensie]]s. These statues seem to portray soldiers, and are mostly found just outside secret doors. | ||
As in the labyrinths, there are sometimes spikes on the walls, and drums to bounce the heroes. [[The Great Lava Pursuit]] contains shields like those on Mount Olympus, which again serve to block fireballs, as well as jets of lava. Apart from [[devilbob]]s, the main enemies are [[minotaur]]s and, only in ''[[Rayman Legends]]'', hordes of [[dark creature]]s, of which the heroes can sometimes be rid using fireworks [[mushroom]]s. Otherwise these creatures must be avoided at all costs. | As in the labyrinths, there are sometimes spikes on the walls, and drums to bounce the heroes. [[The Great Lava Pursuit]] contains shields like those on Mount Olympus, which again serve to block fireballs, as well as jets of lava. Apart from [[devilbob]]s, the main enemies are [[minotaur]]s and, only in ''[[Rayman Legends]]'', hordes of [[dark creature]]s, of which the heroes can sometimes be rid using fireworks [[mushroom]]s. Otherwise these creatures must be avoided at all costs. | ||
There are also temples in some parts of the Underworld. In contrast to the dilapidated temples of "Palace Ruins", these temples are vast and well maintained, by the small [[minotaur]]s. The marble floors are polished and ornate pillars of different sizes are to be seen. Most of these places are dark, but there seem to be a few windows, because the end of the level [[Swarmed and Dangerous]] is well lit. Apart from the pillars, statues of heroes of [[Globox's species]] are seen once again. This environment again references the temples built in Ancient Greece, for example the Parthenon. A [[ | There are also temples in some parts of the Underworld. In contrast to the dilapidated temples of "Palace Ruins", these temples are vast and well maintained, by the small [[minotaur]]s. The marble floors are polished and ornate pillars of different sizes are to be seen. Most of these places are dark, but there seem to be a few windows, because the end of the level [[Swarmed and Dangerous]] is well lit. Apart from the pillars, statues of heroes of [[Globox's species]] are seen once again. This environment again references the temples built in Ancient Greece, for example the Parthenon. A [[champibumper]] appears at the end of [[Dragon Slayer]], the last Olympus Maximus level in ''[[Rayman Legends]]'', which propels the heroes onto a pillar in the middle of a pit of lava. This pillar is surrounded by other temples, which collapse into the abyss. These temples have symbols of skulls in triangles on them. | ||
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===Islands in the Sky=== | ===Islands in the Sky=== | ||
The Islands in the Sky theme is very similar to the Palace Ruins theme, although the levels take place in the sky and usually involve the player having to fly through the majority of the level. This theme is used in many levels in ''[[Rayman Adventures]]'', but in ''[[Rayman Legends]]'' is used only briefly during the [[A Cloud of Darkness!|final boss fight]]. | The Islands in the Sky theme is very similar to the Palace Ruins theme, although the levels take place in the sky and usually involve the player having to fly through the majority of the level. This theme is used in many levels in ''[[Rayman Adventures]]'', but in ''[[Rayman Legends]]'' is used only briefly during the [[A Cloud of Darkness!|final boss fight]]. | ||
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Hades' Hand Phase 3.jpg|[[Rayman]] fighting [[Hades' Hand]] in this environment towards the end of this world in ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. | Hades' Hand Phase 3.jpg|[[Rayman]] fighting [[Hades' Hand]] in this environment towards the end of this world in ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. | ||
Holly_Running.PNG | Holly_Running.PNG|A cloudy area where the heroes can walk on. | ||
Olympus Pigs.PNG | Olympus Pigs.PNG|Some [[pig]]s that can be crushed. | ||
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The heroes begin their journey at the foothills of Mount Olympus, which has been invaded by [[minotaur]]s. They progress by climbing the mountain, and coming some time later to a stormy area, where the hand of Zeus tries several times to electrocute them. However, with the help of [[Murfy]], they can use a shield to avoid the bolts of lightning. They then enter into the abyss, where the [[dark creature]]s reside, and are chased by hordes of them. These creatures hunt them into the labyrinths, where they must avoid traps and solve [[The Amazing Maze|some puzzles]]. | The heroes begin their journey at the foothills of Mount Olympus, which has been invaded by [[minotaur]]s. They progress by climbing the mountain, and coming some time later to a stormy area, where the hand of Zeus tries several times to electrocute them. However, with the help of [[Murfy]], they can use a shield to avoid the bolts of lightning. They then enter into the abyss, where the [[dark creature]]s reside, and are chased by hordes of them. These creatures hunt them into the labyrinths, where they must avoid traps and solve [[The Amazing Maze|some puzzles]]. | ||
After that, the heroes continue on their way in the abyss, where they find the local [[Dark Teensie]], who is mistreating a [[Teensie]] princess. The heroes must [[The Great Lava Pursuit|chase these Teensies]], with the help of [[Murfy]], who again moves shields for them. After succeeding in liberating the [[Teensie]] princess, they enter into another section of the Underworld and are once again pursued by [[dark creature]]s. This time the pursuit leads them into a temple, and after getting out of it they find themselves in [[Hell Breaks Loose|another labyrinth]]. | After that, the heroes continue on their way in the abyss, where they find the local [[Dark Teensy|Dark Teensie]], who is mistreating a [[Teensie]] princess. The heroes must [[The Great Lava Pursuit|chase these Teensies]], with the help of [[Murfy]], who again moves shields for them. After succeeding in liberating the [[Teensie]] princess, they enter into another section of the Underworld and are once again pursued by [[dark creature]]s. This time the pursuit leads them into a temple, and after getting out of it they find themselves in [[Hell Breaks Loose|another labyrinth]]. | ||
In this labyrinth, the heroes again meet the [[Dark Teensie]], who is oiling the wings of his flying contraption. When he sees them, he calls some [[Dragon (Olympus Maximus)|dragons]] from the depths of the labyrinths, who come and chase the heroes, and escapes from the place. The heroes must avoid the dragons by running on the floors, the walls and the ceilings of the labyrinth, before using a [[Champibumper]] to return to the Underworld, where [[Murfy]] helps them use jets of lava to kill their pursuers. | In this labyrinth, the heroes again meet the [[Dark Teensy|Dark Teensie]], who is oiling the wings of his flying contraption. When he sees them, he calls some [[Dragon (Olympus Maximus)|dragons]] from the depths of the labyrinths, who come and chase the heroes, and escapes from the place. The heroes must avoid the dragons by running on the floors, the walls and the ceilings of the labyrinth, before using a [[Champibumper]] to return to the Underworld, where [[Murfy]] helps them use jets of lava to kill their pursuers. | ||
This world culminates in [[A Cloud of Darkness!|a long battle]] against [[Hades' Hand|a floating horde]] of [[dark creature]]s. This begins in the abyss, but the creatures and the heroes use air currents to get back up onto Mount Olympus, where the battle ends definitively. Once the cloud is defeated, the heroes can walk about peacefully on the mountain, where a large amount of [[Lum ( | This world culminates in [[A Cloud of Darkness!|a long battle]] against [[Hades' Hand|a floating horde]] of [[dark creature]]s. This begins in the abyss, but the creatures and the heroes use air currents to get back up onto Mount Olympus, where the battle ends definitively. Once the cloud is defeated, the heroes can walk about peacefully on the mountain, where a large amount of [[Lum (UbiArt games)|Lums]] is poured on top of them as a reward for saving the world. Then they find the [[Dark Teensie]], who has also somehow escaped from the abyss. He tries to flee but gets stuck between two pillars. The heroes can then send him to the [[moon]]. | ||
The musical level [[Dragon Slayer]] features a parody of the song [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfD8Dnh2xho Antisocial] by Trust, and has sections which take place in the abyss and in the labyrinths, with [[ | The musical level [[Dragon Slayer]] features a parody of the song [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfD8Dnh2xho Antisocial] by Trust, and has sections which take place in the abyss and in the labyrinths, with [[champibumper]]s linking them. At the end of the level, the heroes can see that the temples of the abyss are collapsing after the defeat of the nightmares. | ||
===Levels=== | ===Levels=== | ||
Despite the name of the world, only two levels have sections taking place in "Greece Olympus" theme; these are the first, [[Shields Up... and Down]], and the boss level, [[A Cloud of Darkness!]]. Conversely, all the levels of this world consist of sections featuring the "Fiery Depths" theme, apart from [[Shields Up... and Down]] and [[the Amazing Maze]]. | Despite the name of the world, only two levels have sections taking place in "Greece Olympus" theme; these are the first, [[Shields Up... and Down]], and the boss level, [[A Cloud of Darkness!]]. Conversely, all the levels of this world consist of sections featuring the "Fiery Depths" theme, apart from [[Shields Up... and Down]] and [[the Amazing Maze]]. | ||
* [[Shields Up... and Down]] | * [[Shields Up... and Down]] | ||
* [[The Dark Creatures Rise]] | * [[The Dark Creatures Rise]] | ||
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* [[Dragon Slayer]] | * [[Dragon Slayer]] | ||
== ''[[Rayman Adventures]]'' == | ==''[[Rayman Adventures]]''== | ||
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=== Palace Ruins === | ===Palace Ruins=== | ||
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=== Fiery Depths === | ===Fiery Depths=== | ||
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=== Islands in the Sky === | ===Islands in the Sky=== | ||
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=== Minotaur’s Maze === | ===Minotaur’s Maze=== | ||
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== Trivia == | ==Trivia== | ||
*This world in ''[[Rayman Adventures]]'' used to include a level in which it was once impossible to reach the required [[Lums]] for the highest [[Gem (Rayman Adventures)|gem]] reward, even including the use of [[Incrediball]]s. They have all been fixed since. | *This world in ''[[Rayman Adventures]]'' used to include a level in which it was once impossible to reach the required [[Lums]] for the highest [[Gem (Rayman Adventures)|gem]] reward, even including the use of [[Incrediball]]s. They have all been fixed since. | ||