Someone has already found the piece for the clue I'm about to give you. I think that officially means the race is on.

And by the side the horned beast waits
with great displeasure on his face
'Tis he who'll take you to the spot
where all the words have been forgot
Find the treasure at its source
Look for a name - and the prize, of course.

Check back next Wednesday for the clue to the fourth piece. And don't forget the rules!

go to The place where our every Word
Is spoken by the sialia bird,
be careful lest you fail, my friend;
These birds will carry you unto your end.
They'll wrap you up in silken suture
Exactly as they did the great sea creature,
but never mind this. come follow me...
look to the background. you will see!
fear not if it seems your skill is bleak.
for below the horizon Rests the gift you seek.

Check back next Wednesday, the 2nd, for the clue to the third piece. And don't forget the rules!