Bronze sword, scroll, and owl on dark marble

How it works

Phone first. Then the real world.

Lightning Quest has two tracks. Finish the twelve digital stops. Then hunt your city for field stamps.

  1. Open Play

    The first clue is waiting. Answers are short — often a first name.

  2. Unlock the next stop

    A correct answer reveals the next riddle. Progress saves on this browser.

  3. Take the field hunt

    Eight photo missions you can do anywhere: water, pine, columns, blue food, lightning, and more.

  4. Enter the drawing

    When all twelve stops are clear, you get a quest code. Send it with your name to enter.

Need a hint? Each stop has one. Sharing answers in a group chat is allowed — this is a cabin quest, not a closed exam.

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