The top climbers in the world had attempted this climb and couldn't do it. That history is what makes Meru special.
You can show up at Everest having never really climbed before, because it's like hiking, basically. You can't show up on Meru and start up the thing unless you have years and years of experience. Climbing and spending time on the mountains is really the only way you can train.
Fed Net Announcer: Crisis for humankind. Fleet officials admit they underestimated the arachnids defensive capability. Accepting responsibility for Klendathu, Sky Marshal Dienes resigns. His successor Sky Marshal Tahat Meru outlines for new strategy. Would you like to know more? Federal scientists struggle to explain the intelligent military actions of the Arachnids.
