Trials of Themis

Trials of Themis

This game was developed by the Big Data Lab as a simulation for the bar exam.

Trials of Themis is a game mode similar to regular stages where players progress through levels of increasing difficulty in an 8-bit art style.

Overview

Unlike regular game modes, each level consists of two parts: A debate stage and a rewards portion.

The first wave will consist of two Typhoeus' Pitfall and an NPC. Selecting the NPC bring up the menu to start a debate stage. The debate stage is similar to other debate stages, where players use their cards to defeat the opponent's argument. Defeating the opponent rewards S-Chips depending on how high the stage level is.

S-Chips per Stage	Area 1 (Palos)	Area 2 (Coast of Naxos)	Area 3 (Naxos City)	Area 4 (Amorgos Island)
Stages 01 to 05	25 S-Chips	50 S-Chips	100 S-Chips	100 S-Chips
	01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05	01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05	01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05	01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05
Stages 06 to 10	30 S-Chips	60 S-Chips	110 S-Chips	110 S-Chips
	06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10	06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10	06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10	06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10
Stages 11 to 15	35 S-Chips	70 S-Chips	120 S-Chips	120 S-Chips
	11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15	11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15	11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15	11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15
Stages 16 to 20	40 S-Chips	80 S-Chips	130 S-Chips	130 S-Chips
	16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20	16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20	16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20	16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20
Stages 21 to 24	45 S-Chips	90 S-Chips	140 S-Chips	140 S-Chips
	21 | 22 | 23 | 24	21 | 22 | 23 | 24	21 | 22 | 23 | 24	21 | 22 | 23 | 24
Area end	50 + 50 S-Chips	100 + 100 S-Chips	150 + 150 S-Chips	150 + 200 S-Chips
	Palos 1-25	Coast of Naxos 2-25	Naxos City 3-25	Amorgos Island 4-25 Temple of Olympus

The second wave contains rewards, giving the player a choice between three different chests. These chests may contain Stellin x1400, Oracle of Justice II x6, or a Trials of Athena chest.

The Trials of Athena chest will ask the player a question and three possible answers. Answering correctly will give the player both Stellin x1400 and Oracle of Justice II x6, while answering incorrectly will give the player nothing.

Playing through Trials of Themis will also unlock various difficulties for Temple of Trials.

Trials of Athena Questions

• Note. Some questions may be slightly different due to wording changes between Closed Beta and release. Try searching for keywords rather than the question's exact match!

Question	Correct Answer	Other Answer 1	Other Answer 2
Who is the goddess of law and justice?	Themis	Athena	Medusa
Who is "Mother Earth" referring to?	Gaia	Pandora	Eros
What do people call Aphrodite?	Goddess of Love	Celestial Being	Lady Goddess
Where do the chests you encounter during your journey come from?	Priesthood	Don't know	From the skies
Who is the goddess of victory?	Nike	Aphrodite	Medusa
Who is called the god of war?	Ares	Heracles	Poseidon
What did Jason ride on?	Ox	Airplane	Pirate Ship
"Vega" belongs to which constellation?	Lyra	Leo	Pisces
What did Phaethon request as a gift from his father, Helios?	Sun chariot	Cake	Playground
Which nymph turned into a laurel tree?	Daphne	Theresa	Europa
Which of the following is a Greek philosopher?	Plato	Tolstoy	Augustine
Who invented the ruler, numbers, and letters?	Hermes	Hades	Medusa
Who is the goddess of the hearth?	Hestia	Aphrodite	Hera
In the legends, what started the Trojan War?	Apple of Discord	War of the Gods	Pandora's Box
Where are a cricket's "ears" located?	Legs	Rear	Wings
In this story's beginning, who spewed black smoke and tainted the gods?	Typhoeus	Governor	King
What is bamboo classified as?	Grass	Leaf	Flower
Which food should you avoid when sick?	Fish	Apple	Congee
What do most people call you on your journey?	Servant	Intruder	Captain
What is the most abundant creature in the ocean?	Plankton	Macroorganisms	Microorganisms
What did Prometheus give to humanity?	Fire	Water	Food
Athena was known as the goddess of wisdom and what else?	Goddess of war	Goddess of harvests	Goddess of love
What can you do when a leech bites you?	Detach by the head	Pray	Dance
Who is the god of the sea?	Poseidon	Apollo	Zeus
Cacti use which of their parts for photosynthesis?	Stem	Thorn	Willpower
Do fish have a heart?	Yes	No	Schrodinger's fish
What is Artemis' mythical beast?	Deer	Spear	Bronze mirror
Who was the snake-haired woman with a petrifying gaze?	Medusa	Helen	Pandora
When are maritime mirages usually experienced?	Summertime	Every day	Daytime
What exactly is "moonlight"?	Reflected sunlight	Moon's reflection	An illusion
How do dandelions spread their seeds?	Wind	Themselves	Willpower
What is a fragrance extracted from the digestive system of sperm whales?	Ambergris	Androstenol	Muscone
What should you drink to prevent heatstroke after sweating a lot in the summer?	Salted water	Sugar water	Boiled water
Why do mosquitoes suck blood?	To lay eggs	For fun	To mate
If you eat something that can cause food poisoning, what should you do?	Vomit	Drink water	Don't move
What should you do if you find a wild mushroom?	Ignore it	Eat it	Watch it
What was the wondrous thing hidden in Pandora's Box?	Hope	Money	Pilatory
Who is Zeus' wife?	Hera	Athena	Eros
Eros is whose son?	Aphrodite	Apollo	Zeus
Who drove the sun chariot?	Helios	Pandora	Hades
What is the largest human organ?	Skin	Face	Hair
When camping outside, which location is not suitable as a campsite?	Under a cliff	Near a village	Near a stream
What was the earliest written piece of Greek literature?	Homer's epic	Themis' epic	Baldr's epic
Who had his liver devoured by an eagle?	Prometheus	Zeus	Plutus
Which mythological treasure symbolized wealth, adventure and indomitable will?	Golden Fleece	Silver Fleece	Iron Fleece
Who accidentally killed his father and married his mother?	Oedipus	Prometheus	Aphrodite
What is the Socratic dialogue written by Plato?	Republic	Oedipus Rex	Les Miserables
Which work by the Greek sculptor Myron was inspired by athletes?	Discobolus	Venus de Milo	Keyboard Smasher
What causes tidal phenomena?	Gravity	An Illusion	Magic
Who rescued Prometheus?	Heracles	Hector	Perseus
During a total solar eclipse, what is blocking the sun?	Moon	Stars	Clouds
Which is not a sign of imminent thunder and lightning?	Knee aches	Strong winds	Seeing lightning
In the Dead Sea, what happens if someone can't swim?	Float	Learn to swim	Drown
What was the god of thieves' first heist?	Apollo's cattle	Father's orange	Zeus' thunderbolt
Who is the Greek goddess of the Moon?	Artemis	Sika deer	Hecate
What is Cerberus also known as?	3-Headed Hell Hound	3-Headed Hell Bull	3-Headed Hell Snake
What was the typical climate of ancient Greece?	Mediterranean	Freshwater	Polar
Athena is usually depicted as wielding which weapon?	Spear	Cudgel	Whip
Who successfully acquired the Golden Fleece?	Jason	Zeus	Hermes
Who did Hera turn into a cow and try to kill?	Io	Elsie	Clarabelle
What instrument does Apollo play?	Lyre	Whistle	Fife
In Greek mythology, who was given the golden apple?	Aphrodite	Hera	Athena
Who is the goddess of discord in Greek mythology?	Eris	Themis	Apollo
What is the usual cause of death in fires?	Suffocation	Heat	Light pollution
How do you find water sources in the wild?	Track animals	Stand still	Wait for rain
What can you use as a makeshift fishhook?	Needle	Grass	Bare hands
How can you remove the smell of fish from your hands?	Toothpaste	Sesame oil	Mustard
What can you eat to increase your iron intake?	Liver	Instant noodles	Iron ore
What condition is caused by a vitamin A deficiency?	Night blindness	Social anxiety	Alzheimer's disease
Which woman's beauty caused the Trojan war?	Helen	Karen	Astyanassa
Which body part did philosophers believe housed the soul?	Heart	Eye	Mouth
Which is lighter: one kg of iron or one kg of cotton?	The same	Cotton	Iron
Why do dragonflies touch water surfaces?	To lay eggs	To play	To breathe
How do humans primarily remove excess heat?	Sweat	Breathe	Stick tongue out
When traversing through woods, what shoes should you wear?	Durable sneakers	Sandals	None
How should you manage a cut in the wild?	Wash with water	Pray	Lick it
What is the largest mammal on Earth?	Blue whale	Shark	Hare
Which plants store water in their fruits and stems?	Palms and cacti	Roses	Ferns
Where is the best place to set up camp overnight?	High place near	Area without water	Anywhere
How should you walk down a steep mountain?	Descend sideways	Sprint down	Tuck and roll
How should you drink water in the wild if you're thirsty?	Small sips	Ignore thirst	Big gulps
What is the most common type of microorganism in dirt?	Bacteria	Fungi	Protozoa
How can you reduce swelling of a twisted ankle in the wild?	Cold water	Hot water	Keep walking
In Greek mythology, who was the first king of the gods?	Uranus	Zeus	Hades
Dionysus is the Greek god of what kind of wine?	Grape	Rice	White
What can you use as a guide on a clear night?	North Star	Willpower	The Moon
What shouldn’t you drink if you have a fever?	Strong tea	Juice	Water
What can cause sleeping children to grind their teeth?	Gut parasite	Hunger	Lack of homework
What do you hear when holding a seashell to your ear?	Blood flow	Ocean waves	God calling
What should you do when encountering a hornet's nest?	Avoid it	Remove it	Burn it
According to legend, upon which mountain do the gods reside?	Mount Olympus	Mount Haruna	Mount Everest
Who is known as the "King of the Gods"?	Zeus	Apollo	Typhoeus
Zeus ruled over the cosmos, but especially what?	Lightning	Fire	Wind
What is Poseidon's weapon?	Trident	Frying pan	Tree branch
What is the role of ozone in the atmosphere?	Absorb UV rays	Absorb nuclear	Absorb stinks
What is the longest organ in the human digestive systems?	Small intestine	Stomach	Kidney
What is Apollo's and Artemis' relationship?	Siblings	Friends	None
If there are many mosquitoes, what should you wear?	Long sleeves	Short sleeves	Nothing

Dialogue

Area 1 (Prologue; Palos)

Trials of Themis (Palos)

"Zeus... I will be back!" Typhoeus spat out black smoke as his gigantic body sublimated into thin air.

However, the evil aura that Typhoeus left behind enveloped the land and corrupted the minds of humans. The gods of Olympus were next to succumb, and their lands fell into darkness. To prevent Typhoeus' resurrection and to save Olympus, Gaia came to the reincarnated Themis in her dreams.

"Go save the world, my child!"

"Let the light of justice cleanse all evil!"

So, with the blessing of Gaia, you, who have just become an simple attendant of the gods, set out on a journey to cleanse the gods of Olympus, reclaim your divinity, and save the world.

DAVIS: Tap the portrait icon and enter the level to begin the challenge.

You wake up on a small islet. The waters of the Aegean Sea gently splash against your hands. You raise your head and gaze at the horizon. Under the azure sky, a lone temple is surrounded by a blazing inferno.

"Vengeance! Vengeance!"

The shouts of the pirates pierce through the air. Their every word stings your nerves.

You hear a voice speaking to you:
"Embark, brave warrior!"
"Rip through the darkness and let the light of Zeus shine upon this land once again!"

DAVIS: Enemy sighted! You’ll encounter many kinds of enemies. Select an enemy to start debating! Each selection counts as a challenge wave. Finish this number of waves to clear the level. Obtained stage rewards are kept in [the bag]. You’ll receive them after clearing the stage.

Area 2 (Coast of Naxos)

Trials of Themis (Coast of Naxos)

You have arrived at the coast of Naxos at sunrise.

The sun goes beyond the limits of the coastline, and its golden rays shine upon the grand temple at the highest point of the central city.

"Is that it?"

You squint a little for a better look, feeling excited.

"Before that...”

Your gaze falls to the crumpling castle nearby. You can't help but sigh.

At the fringes of the forest, several injured travelers support each other as they make their way towards you.

Their steps slow to a halt before you, and they speak in a sincere tone.

"Young one, don't continue forward. Rogue Spartan warriors have occupied the castle. They won't let you pass even if you give them all your gold."

"Ah... Looks like it's one of the Spartan warriors from the castle..."

You limber up in preparation for your journey.

That voice sounds in your ear again.

"Forward, brave warrior!"
“Rip through the darkness and let the light of Zeus shine upon this land once again!"

Area 3 (Amorgos Island)

Trials of Themis (Amorgos Island)

Blue skies. Jade Oceans. A new adventure awaits.

"Welcome to Amorgos Island. No one will come looking for you here."

You stretch your fatigued body as your eyes look to the clouds in the sky. At the horizon near the edge of the island, you see a white temple high up on the cliffs.

"Evil priests are sacrificing the innocent townsfolk to appease the gods."

It's that voice again.

"Forward, brave warrior! Save them before it's too late!"
"Rip through the darkness and let the light of Zeus shine upon this land again!"

Trials of Themis (FINAL)

Evil High Priest: In the name of I, the high priest, I offer this sacrifice to the Almighty Zeus!

• You think a puny attendant like you can stop me?
• No one can stop me!
• My commands supersede any oracles on this island!
• What's the problem with sacrificing a few commoners for wealth?
• Anyone who gets in the way of my plans will be punished!
• The stupid commoners are only fit to be a stepping stone for me!
• Anyone who opposes me will receive the most severe punishment!

Freeing the imprisoned townsfolk, you let out of breath of relief.

"This arduous journey has finally come to an end."

You stare off into the distance and glance at the vast ocean before your eyes, looking forward to the times of peace to come.

As you walk up the steps of Olympus, you look up. Beneath the sky, a black fog envelops the once sacred temple. The grim and mocking laughter of Typheous can be heard from the mouths of temple elders, echoing through the temple.

"I am coming back, Zeus... I will become the true master of the world!"

Some high priests are trembling with fear, and their voices ring in the wind:
"The temple elders have been controlled by Typheous. What do we do... What do we do..."

As the frightening black fog begins to spread, there's a voice inside your heard that says:
"Continue onward, warrior! Push forward courageously, and let the light of Zeus shine upon this land once again!"

End of Trials

Trials of Themis (End of Trials)

Controlled Elder; Controlled Temple: My command is the will of Typhoeus!

• Believe in me or suffer the wrath of the heavens!
• My preference is the only criteria for what's right and wrong!
• You cannot deny my powers!
• Only I can save mankind!
• Believe in Typhoeus or you will be the first to die!
• I am the true master of this world!
• My divine rights are sacred!

The sky is clear and bright. Typhoeous's power weakens, and the temple elders are freed from its control.

A familiar voice whispers in your ear: "You have done well, my child."

"You have saved innocent people and Olympus."

The silence is broken by a song of the seagulls, and rays of sunlight shine through the clouds onto the island. This journey has finally ushered in the dawn of victory...

Notice: You have saved Olympus, bringing a victorious end of this arduous journey.

Gallery

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  DAVIS' confusion

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  Horizontal title page

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  Alternative title

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  NPCs encountered in Trials of Themis

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  Progress the Trials to earn rewards