Question
"The Maidens' War" is a legend from this modern-day country where women slaughtered men who drank mead laced with a sleeping potion. For 10 points each:
[10h] Name this modern-day country whose ancestor was separated from his brothers Lech and Rus during a hunting trip in a series of founding myths. A legendary creature was stored in an attic in this country by a man called "the Maharal."
ANSWER: Czechia [or Czech Republic; or Česká republika; prompt on Bohemia]
[10e] During 16th century pogroms in Prague, Rabbi Loew used river clay to create one of these protective beings from Jewish folklore.
ANSWER: golems [accept Golem of Prague]
[10m] This Bohemian saint was executed by his brother Boleslaus ("BOL-eh-slaff") the Cruel. A journey taken by this man inspired a carol for St. Stephen's Day.
ANSWER: Wenceslas I, Duke of Bohemia [accept Vaclav the Good]
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Data
Summary
| Tournament | Edition | Exact Match? | Heard | PPB | Easy % | Medium % | Hard % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 PACE NSC | 06/07/2025 | Y | 36 | 15.00 | 89% | 47% | 14% |