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This clever riddle hinges on a unique geographical quirk. Imagine standing at a place where every direction you look points south. Such a location exists only at the very top of our planet: the North Pole. From this singular point, any path you take, any wall you build, will inherently have a southward orientation relative to the Earth's magnetic and geographical poles. If a structure were built precisely at the North Pole, all its exterior walls would indeed be facing south.
Considering this specific environment, the type of wildlife encountered becomes a crucial clue. The Arctic region, which encompasses the North Pole, is the exclusive habitat of a particular large mammal. These animals are perfectly adapted to the icy, frigid conditions of their home. Their thick fur and a layer of blubber provide insulation against the extreme cold.
The only large land predator found in this remote, northernmost part of the world is the polar bear. These magnificent creatures are renowned for their distinctive coloration, which serves as excellent camouflage against the snow and ice of their hunting grounds. Therefore, if a bear were to wander past a house situated at the North Pole, its fur would undoubtedly be white.
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We sound like Eden as a pair. Make us weight, we won't play fair. Sometimes consensus, most times schism. Usually locked away in prism. If by chance you seek, then throw. The serpent sees where we meet low. We carry freight when we meet high, But separate us, and we die.
21Unlike other rulers I am strengthened by neglect. Over my jurisdiction, great taxes I elect. When routine dues are paid, I am weakened severely. Yet if too long delayed, it may cost you quite dearly. My vault is of the flesh, my tellers silver and bone. The upkeep of the kingdom is financed with a loan.
20I have a heart that never beats, I have a home but I never sleep. I can take a mans house and build anothers, And I love to play games with my many brothers. I am a king among fools. Who am I?
19You may think me an actor; people come from all over the world to see me play my role. The play begins like all plays do – the red curtain draws aside, and I come onto the stage. There is one other actor. He is dressed in beautiful, bright clothing. I, however, am entirely naked. There are many acts in this play, in between which the other actor helps me to get dressed before the curtain reopens. He dresses me in colorful piercings and a red coat. The story we tell is a tragedy through dance. My choreography is straightforward, but if he forgets his then the play is over. Either way, I consider this a once in a lifetime performance. What role do I play?
19I'm the end that brings the end, I'm the one that hides. Shackles gird me waist to toe, Sealed in tower I. Ever tasked to make amends, Slowly here I die. My stricken foe you'll never know, His death is met with sigh.
19Twice born but once it dies. A more feline obelisk then a dairy soar. Some to royalty will rise. When seen by many they're adored. What is it?