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Welcome to the 2023 Spring Fantasies Hunt, on the island of Wind Struck in Second Life!
There are 27 items in this hunt, all on this island, all FREE!
The hunt is running from March 22 to April 22, 2023.
Hunt Location SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/175/217/28
ABOUT:
We have hidden 25 Glittered Eggs (and counting!) in the beautiful, romantic island of Wind Struck, filled with Spring and Fantasy-themed wearables and decorations, FREE for everyone! Most of the gifts were created brand-new for this hunt. There are many home and garden items, and some outfits and accessories which are unisex or which have a male and female version. Many of the eggs have multiple prizes inside, totaling almost 100 prizes! And we are adding more prizes on a regular basis!
HUNT HINTS:
Our only hint is to look in obvious places where people might congregate, or near an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! However you are welcome to ask Tayren Theas if you are absolutely stuck! Simply click the egg to get the contents.
Collect all the eggs filled with fantastic prizes, and while you are at it, enjoy the beautiful Spring ambiance of the island. You are welcome to explore everywhere (including all buildings and houses), and enjoy all the amenities while you are there. Don’t forget to bring your friends!
PICTURES:
Here are a few of our items and locations:
We hope to see you there!







Happy Easter and Happy Spring!
Tayren Theas

When: January 19, 2023 to February 19, 2023
Where: Wind Struck region in Second Life (full sim hunt)
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/177/217/29
What: Find 25 hearts like the one pictured, and get fabulous prizes!
Cost: Absolutely FREE!
Details:
We have hidden 25 Valentine hearts in the beautiful, romantic island of Wind Struck, filled with Valentine and spring-related wearables and decorations for everyone! Many of the hearts have multiple prizes inside. And we are adding more prizes on a regular basis!
The hunt items, which are like the one in the picture (but may be different colors), are easy to find. They’ve been placed around the sim in buildings or other points of interest, and mostly in full sight. Simply “buy” them for zero dollars. Most items are unisex. However, if there is a men’s version of something, there will also be a corresponding ladies’ version.
HINT: Look in *obvious* places where people might gather, such as near a path, in a store or building, or on an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! All areas of the sim are public, including the little homes, so you are free to search and enjoy all areas (while being respectful of others, of course).
There are currently 25 hunt gifts as of this writing, most with multiple items inside! Most of them were created brand-new for this hunt. While you are there, enjoy the beautiful, romantic ambiance of Wind Struck, find a quiet place to cuddle, shop for Valentine gifts, outfits & accessories, dance in the ballroom, or enjoy a free horse ride or stroll.

PRIZES:
Among the prizes are two matching men’s and two ladies’ mesh outfits, hair for men and ladies, Valentine’s day accessories to wear, pictures, flowers and many decorations. Below are some pictures of just *some* of the items.
Enjoy!










Tayren Theas

Dates: Nov 20 to Dec 26, 2022
Location: Entire island of Holiday Isle (Wind Struck region in SL)
Cost: FREE!
Slurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/140/217/29
We have 25+ prizes hidden for you in the beautiful island of Wind Struck, including several outfits and wearable accessories from TFF, plus beautiful winter & holiday decorations, winter landscape items, and furnishings. The big prize, also in the hunt, is a 2-story mesh winter log cabin to decorate inside and out with your hunt prizes!
Pictures of cabin and several of the prizes:






As part of the hunt there are also 3 amazing outfits for men and women. Several popular mesh body sizes are included in most of the sets!
To participate, simply find a box like the examples at our landing (though they may have different colored wrapping papers)… and buy it for zero (0) dollars! There are many all around the island – over 25 total Hunt boxes all over, many with multiple items inside. Additional freebies (part of our “permanent collection”) are located under some of the Christmas trees in Santa’s area.
HINTS: Look mainly in obvious spots. Go where people might congregate like a building. Or look near a landmark like a fence, bridge, or bench. We will not try to fool you with boxes embedded inside something or up in hard to reach spots. The boxes are easy to find – similar to the ones at the landing. Check in each shop and in corners of buildings (you can go in ALL buildings on the island).
Please feel free to come back with a friend to enjoy all the gifts and the beautiful location of Wind Struck! All prizes are either wearables or decorations, and are for both men and women! More being added on a regular basis!
While you are at our hunt location, check out the decorations, have some yummy goodies, ride a horse, visit Santa and his elves at the North Pole, take some cool photos, and shop for some of the finest costumes in Second Life!
Happy Holidays!
Tayren Theas (Designer, TFF)

Welcome to the Haunted Island Halloween Hunt 2022!
Our annual Haunted Isle Hunt is now taking place over the entire Second Life island of Wind Struck, from Sept 25, 2021 to Nov 1, 2022. We have 26 boxes filled with Halloween costumes, accessories, decorations and more. Many boxes have several items inside, for a total of well over 100 gifts. And it’s all FREE!
Here lies the town of Deathknell, where you’ll meet witches, ghosts, werewolves, and some very funny undead! The circus is in town, with an unsavory assortment of spooky freaks. Down the road is the stunning Swamp of Sorrows, where unholy monsters roam. Make it through alive and you’ll reach the Fairy Valley, a beautiful haven for creatures of the light.
All parts of this amazing and beautiful haunted island, including all buildings, are for your hunting enjoyment and Halloween thrills!
To join the hunt: Simply find a box like the examples at our landing (though they may have different colored wrapping papers)… and click it to buy it for zero (0) dollars! There are many all around the island – 26 total Hunt boxes all over, with more being added regularly. Items contain Halloween and Autumn decorations and things to wear. There are even complete Halloween costumes for men, women, children, and everyone among the prizes!
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/140/215/29
HINTS: Look mainly in obvious spots. Go where people might congregate like a building. Or look near a landmark like a fence, bridge, or bench. We will not try to fool you with boxes embedded inside something, or up in hard to reach spots. The boxes are large and easy to find – similar to the ones at the landing. Check near seating areas, items of interest, or in corners of buildings.
NOTE: After clicking the hunt object, the boxed item will go into the Objects folder in your Inventory! The boxes all have different names, according to what is inside. Check your Recent tab in Inventory to see what you got that day.
WE WILL SWAP OR ADD ITEMS OUT AT TIMES. Please feel free to come back with a friend to enjoy all the gifts and more! All prizes are either wearables or decorations, and all are for both males and females. More are being added and switched on a regular basis!
While you are at our hunt location, check out the decorations, have some yummy goodies, ride a dragon, take some cool photos, and shop for some of the finest costumes in SL! More details at the landing.
A special request: We love providing you this hunt every year, but it takes time, effort, and lindens to produce. We want it to remain free for new users and those who cannot afford to buy things in SL. If you enjoy this hunt and would like to see it continue every year, consider contributing as able to one of our tip jars. Thank you and Happy Halloween!

Welcome to the 2022 Spring Fantasies Hunt in Wind Struck! There are 25 items in this hunt, all on this island!
The hunt is running from April 4 to April 30, 2022.
Hunt Location: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/172/217/29
ABOUT:
We have hidden 25 Ukrainian-Style Painted Easter Eggs (and counting!) in the beautiful, romantic island of Wind Struck, filled with Easter and Spring-related wearables and decorations, FREE for everyone! Most of the gifts were created brand-new for this hunt. There are several outfits which have a male and female version. Many of the eggs have multiple prizes inside, totaling well over 100 prizes! And we are adding more prizes on a regular basis!
HUNT HINTS:
Our only hint is to look in obvious places where people might congregate, or near an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! However you are welcome to ask Tayren Theas if you are absolutely stuck!
Collect all the eggs filled with fantastic prizes, and while you are at it, enjoy the beautiful Spring ambiance of the island. You are welcome to explore everywhere (including all buildings and houses), and enjoy all the amenities while you are there. Don’t forget to bring your friends!
SPECIAL UKRAINE SUPPORT ITEMS:
As a special tribute to the Ukrainian people, who are suffering terribly as a result of the war in Ukraine, we have included several Ukrainian items in this hunt. Show your support of the Ukrainian people by displaying these items.
OPTIONAL DONATION OPPORTUNITY:
You can also choose to donate to support Ukrainian children, the most innocent victims of war, via the large UNICEF poster near the fountain, which (when clicked) takes you directly to the charity’s official website.
UNICEF, founded in 1946, is one of the most well-known and respected charitable organizations. It is dedicated to ensuring a set of core commitments to children in humanitarian crisis, no matter where they are.
UNICEF: https://www.unicefusa.org/
If desired, you may wish to choose another charity. Here are a few more good ones that support Ukrainian children and families:
KidSave.org: https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine/
Plan USA: https://www.planusa.org/humanitarian-response-ukraine-plan-usa/
Save the Children: https://www.savethechildren.org/us/where-we-work/ukrainee
You may know another very good charity, so feel free to pick one of your choice. Do make sure you are giving securely and directly to the charity’s official website. All donations are optional of course. Consider helping if you are able!
Happy Easter and Happy Spring!
Tayren Theas

When: March 2 – 19, 2022
Cost: FREE
Where: Wind Struck in Second Life
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/176/216/29
NOTE: We are reprising our famous 2019 Pot O’ Gold Hunt to include former favorites and several all-new items! if you missed this the first time around, now is your chance! And former hunters – we have lots of new items for you too!
Description:
Little leprechauns have gone around the entire island of Wind Struck in Second Life, and have hidden 25 treasures filled with Irish and Celtic-related wearables and decorations for everyone! Many items are specific to Saint Patrick’s Day, but many others are useful far beyond.
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/176/216/29
The hunt items (small pots of gold as in the poster) are easy to find. Many are in the market, with others placed in points of interest, and mostly in full sight.
Look in *obvious* places where people might congregate or near an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! Therefore, no hints are provided. However you are welcome to ask Tayren Theas if you are absolutely stuck!
Try to get all 25 pots filled with fantastic prizes! And enjoy one of SL’s most beautiful islands while you are there!
For more information go to:
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/176/216/29
Thank you so much for hunting with us. As the Irish say, may the road rise up to meet you! 🙂

When: January 17, 2022 to February 20, 2022
Where: Wind Struck region in Second Life (full sim hunt)
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/177/217/29
What: Find 25 hearts like the one pictured, and get fabulous prizes!
Cost: Absolutely FREE!
Details:
We have hidden 25 Valentine hearts in the beautiful, romantic island of Wind Struck, filled with Valentine and spring-related wearables and decorations for everyone! Many of the hearts have multiple prizes inside. And we are adding more prizes on a regular basis!
The hunt items, which are like the one in the picture (but may be different colors), are easy to find. They’ve been placed around the sim in buildings or other points of interest, and mostly in full sight. Simply “buy” them for zero dollars. Most items are unisex. However, if there is a men’s version of something, there will also be a corresponding ladies’ version.
HINT: Look in *obvious* places where people might gather, such as near a path, in a store or building, or on an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! All areas of the sim are public, including the little homes, so you are free to search and enjoy all areas (while being respectful of others, of course).
There are currently 25 hunt gifts as of this writing, most with multiple items inside! Most of them were created brand-new for this hunt. While you are there, enjoy the beautiful, romantic ambiance of Wind Struck, find a quiet place to cuddle, shop for Valentine gifts, outfits & accessories, dance in the ballroom, or enjoy a free horse ride or stroll.

PRIZES:
Among the prizes are three men’s and three ladies’ mesh outfits, beautiful men’s and ladies rings, pictures, flowers and many decorations. Below are some pictures of just *some* of the items.





Enjoy!
Tayren Theas

Welcome to the Holiday Isle Hunt 2021!
Dates: Nov 28 to Dec 26, 2021
Location: Entire island of Holiday Isle (Wind Struck region in SL)
Cost: FREE!
Location (SLurl): http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/143/217/29
We have 27+ prizes hidden for you in the beautiful island of Wind Struck, including several outfits and wearable accessories from TFF, plus beautiful winter & holiday decorations, winter landscape items, and furnishings. The big prize, also in the hunt, is a 2-story mesh winter log cabin to decorate inside and out with your hunt prizes!
Pictures of cabin and several of the prizes:







As part of the hunt there are also three amazing fitmesh outfits for men and women: one set of pajamas, a casual sweater set, and a roleplay/Medieval set! Several popular mesh body sizes included!
To participate, simply find a box like the examples at our landing (though they may have different colored wrapping papers)… and buy it for zero (0) dollars! There are many all around the island – over 27 total Hunt boxes all over, with more being added regularly. Additional freebies are located under some of the Christmas trees in Santa’s area.
HINTS: Look mainly in obvious spots. Go where people might congregate like a building. Or look near a landmark like a fence, bridge, or bench. We will not try to fool you with boxes embedded inside something or up in hard to reach spots. The boxes are easy to find – similar to the ones at the landing. Check in each shop and in corners of buildings (you can go in ALL buildings on the island).
WE WILL SWAP ITEMS OUT AT TIMES. Please feel free to come back with a friend to enjoy all the gifts and more! All prizes are either wearables or decorations, and are for both men and women! More being added on a regular basis!
While you are at our hunt location, check out the decorations, have some yummy goodies, ride a horse, visit Santa and his elves at the North Pole, take some cool photos, and shop for some of the finest costumes in Second Life! Below are some of our beautiful locations:






Have fun & Happy Holidays!
Tayren Theas, Designer, Tayren’s Fantasy Fashions (TFF)

Welcome to the Haunted Island Halloween Hunt 2020!
Our annual Haunted Isle Hunt is now taking place over the entire Second Life island of Wind Struck, from Sept 22, 2021 to Nov 1, 2021. We have 25 boxes filled with Halloween costumes, accessories, decorations and more. Many boxes have several things inside for a total of well over 100 gifts. And it’s all FREE!
Here lies the town of Deathknell, where you’ll meet witches, ghosts, werewolves, and some very funny undead! The circus is in town, with an unsavory assortment of spooky freaks. Down the road is the stunning Swamp of Sorrows, where unholy monsters roam. Make it through alive and you’ll reach the Fairy Valley, a beautiful haven for creatures of the light.
All parts of this amazing and beautiful haunted island, including all buildings, are for your hunting enjoyment and Halloween thrills!
To join the hunt: Simply find a box like the one pictured or the examples at our landing (though they may have different colored wrapping papers)… and buy it for zero (0) dollars! There are many all around the island – 25 total Hunt boxes all over, with more being added regularly. Items contain Halloween and Autumn decorations and things to wear. There are even complete Halloween costumes for men, women and everyone among the prizes!
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/140/215/29
HINTS: Look mainly in obvious spots. Go where people might congregate like a building. Or look near a landmark like a fence, bridge, or bench. We will not try to fool you with boxes embedded inside something, or up in hard to reach spots. The boxes are large and easy to find – similar to the ones at the landing. Check near seating areas, items of interest, or in corners of buildings.
WE WILL SWAP ITEMS OUT AT TIMES. Please feel free to come back with a friend to enjoy all the gifts and more! All prizes are either wearables or decorations, and all are for both men and women! More being added and switched on a regular basis!
While you are at our hunt location, check out the decorations, have some yummy goodies, ride a dragon, take some cool photos, and shop for some of the finest costumes in SL! More details at the landing.
A special request: We love providing you this hunt every year, but it takes time, effort and lindens to produce. We want it to remain free for new users and those who cannot afford to buy things in SL. If you enjoy this hunt and would like to see it continue every year, consider contributing as able to one of our tip jars. Thank you and Happy Halloween!
We are having a FREE Spring Fantasies Hunt from March 14 to April 18, 2021 on beautiful Wind Struck in Second Life!

When: March 14 -April 18, 2021
Cost: FREE
Where: Wind Struck in Second Life
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/176/217/29
The Easter Bunny and his friends have hidden over 25 Easter eggs similar to the ones in the poster, all around the entire island of Wind Struck, with more being added on a regular basis. The hunt items (small striped Easter eggs) are easy to find. Many are in the market, with others placed in points of interest, and mostly in full sight. You may explore all areas of the island to find them, including the buildings and small houses. When you find one, simply click to buy for free.
The eggs contain gifts relating to Easter, Spring and St. Patrick’s Day, including garden items, decorations, unisex accessories, and even several free complete outfits for men, women and children! If you find a male version of an outfit, there is a corresponding one for ladies. Most gifts contain several items inside. Some prizes are small, some are big, some are silly, and all are fun and unique to THIS hunt!
While you are there, enjoy the beautiful ambiance of Wind Struck, visit the Easter Bunny in his adorable Easter Village, shop for Easter and Spring gifts, flowers and outfits, visit the magical fairy valley, ride a free bike or horse, or enjoy the romantic cuddle spots all around.
NOTE: No hints are provided. Our only hint is to look in *obvious* places where people might congregate or near an eye-catching object. They won’t be hidden under an obscure rock or up a tree! However you are welcome to ask Tayren Theas if you are absolutely stuck!







Try to get all 25 eggs filled with fantastic prizes, and come back to see if we add more later. And don’t forget to bring your friends!
We wish you a Happy Easter and Happy Spring!
Tayren Theas & Hig Bing
SLurl: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wind%20Struck/176/217/29