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What does it mean?
A warning to pay attention because something unprecedented and possibly dangerous is approaching.
In plain terms
Wake up because something strange and unseen is happening ahead.
What can you take from it?
Stay alert when encountering the unknown.

Where it applies

  • voyage
  • exploration
  • unexpected events

Putting it to work

  • safety checks
  • monitoring changes
  • preparing for surprise

Questions to consider

  • How do you react to the unknown?
  • What unseen dangers exist?

Another view

The threat might be imagined or harmless.

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