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Midnight

This is a world that connects all points in the universe—human and chyerti—in a single point of time.

Golden Bridle

This was used to imprison a golden mare and later a creature that thrives in madness. It represents being bound.

The Lake

This is where the magic horses live, and where Vasya’s great-grandmother lived.

Chyerti

These are the devils of Russia. Some believe they are evil and cannot be redeemed. They represent that nothing is totally good or evil.

Bannik

This is the guardian of the bathhouse.

Cathedral of the Assumption

This is where the people of Moscow are called together so the Bear can spread the plague. It represents how something sacred can be profaned.

Domovoi

This is the guardian of the Russian household.

Ger

This is a portable round tent made from felt or skins.

Oven

This is a very large construction...

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