Ill Gotten....

Bestowal dialogue

'If we are to investigate Cirith Núr, then we should also do what we can about recovering the many supplies the Orcs have received from raids and from the corrupted Men who aim to assist them.

'You are sure to find these supplies neatly tucked away in crates, packed far differently than Orcs would pack their provisions while marauding through the countryside. Collect these supplies, and I will see that they are restored to the Men of Bree and Trestlebridge.'

Background

Rangers, watching movements of enemies from the north and south, are concerned over the appearance of a foe they have long fought in the north.

Objective 1

• Collect stolen supplies (0/12)

Cirith Núr lies to the north-west of the Old Greenway Fort.

Andreg has asked you to search through the Orc-encampment at Cirith Núr for supplies stolen by -- or given to -- the Orcs.

Andreg: 'Have you found any supplies among the Orcs at Cirith Núr? The beasts have stolen much as they have made their way here, not to mention what they have received from their allies here in Bree-land.'

Objective 2

• Bring the supplies to Andreg at the Old Greenway Fort

Cirith Núr lies to the north-west of the Old Greenway Fort.

Andreg has asked you to search through the Orc-encampment at Cirith Núr for supplies stolen by -- or given to -- the Orcs.

Andreg: 'Recovering this much from the Orcs will surely help to alleviate much of the suffering that Bree and Trestlebridge have felt from the encroachment into their territories.

'I thank you much for your efforts.'

Orc Out-riders

Bestowal dialogue

'I have been watching the movement of Orcs crossing into Bree-land from the North Downs and fear that before we move to assist those besieged in the North Downs, we must first strengthen the borders here.

'I have seen the Orcs making their way south through the pass near Trestlebridge to small encampments on the east side of the Greenway. It is there I must first send you to fight back the enemy and lay them low.

'You will find the Orcs north of this location to the east of the Greenway. Return to me when this deed is complete.'

Background

Rangers, watching movements of enemies from the north and south, are concerned over the appearance of a foe they have long fought in the north.

Objective 1

• Defeat Tarkrîp grunts (0/5)
• Defeat Tarkrîp prowlers (0/5)
• Defeat Tarkrîp killers (0/3)

Orc-encampments can be found north and east of the Old Greenway Fort.

Andreg asked you to make your way north to strike against the Orcs trickling in from the North Downs

Andreg: 'Look to the north near the hills and outcroppings on the eastern side of the Greenway for signs of the Orcs. We must begin to thin their number, or they will crash over this land like a terrible wave.'

Objective 2

• Talk to Andreg at the Old Greenway Fort

Andreg is at his post outside of the Old Greenway Fort

Orcs crawling throughout the hills north of the Old Greenway Fort seem to be larger in number than the Rangers previously thought. Andreg must be informed.

Andreg: 'The number of Orcs pushing through Trestlebridge and other areas abutting the North Downs is disconcerting. We must not allow them to move beyond their current positions. We must do everything possible to end tis threat here and now.'

Signs of Struggle

Bestowal dialogue

'Though it brings me no pleasure, and I hope that you find nothing in your investigations, I must ask you to complete a grisly task while you purge the Orcs from Bree-land.

'The Orcs have come from the North Downs, and the simplest trail for them to follow will have been through the beleaguered town of Trestlebridge. I would ask that you search the Orcs you fell for signs of a struggle against the people of the North Downs in the form of cloth made by Men.

'Should you find anything of the sort, return it to me here at my post.'

Background

Rangers, watching movements of enemies from the north and south, are concerned over the appearance of a foe they have long fought in the north.

Objective 1

• Collect strips of blood-stained cloth (0/8)

Orcs can be found along the eastern border of the Greenway, north of the Old Greenway Fort. Andreg awaits your return at his post near the Old Greenway Fort.

Andreg has asked you to search the Orcs along the Greenway's eastern borders for signs of a struggle against the Men of the North Downs. Though the Rangers hope that the Orcs have not attacked the Men of the North Downs, they wish to investigate and ensure that this is not the case.

Andreg: 'Perhaps you will find nothing, but I still wish you to look through the Orcs' belongings to ensure that the people of the North Downs remain unmolested.'

Objective 2

• Deliver the cloth strips to Andreg at the Old Greenway Fort

Orcs can be found along the eastern border of the Greenway, north of the Old Greenway Fort. Andreg awaits your return at his post near the Old Greenway Fort.

Andreg has asked you to search the Orcs along the Greenway's eastern borders for signs of a struggle against the Men of the North Downs. Though the Rangers hope that the Orcs have not attacked the Men of the North Downs, they wish to investigate and ensure that this is not the case.

Andreg: 'This find leaves me more concerned than before. Still our focus must remain here in Bree-land. There are lives to save here as well as in the Norht, and we must establish at least one bulwark against the Orcs.

'Thank you for doing this, <name>.'

A Blade of Renown

Bestowal dialogue

'A champion is happiest in battle, <name>, protecting the weak and fighting for the helpless. I can see in your eye that you have already come to understand that. Now you need to hone your skills so that you may survive the difficulties this calling will set before you!

'There is a mighty champion, a dwarf by the name of Ultan Foebane, who is sure to give you some advice to help you become even stronger, if you can prove that you are worthy of being called a champion. I know that you can prove this to him, <name>.

'As I heard it, Ultan Foebane was looking for adventurers at the Combe-gate, on the eastern side of the town of Bree. Present yourself to him and be ready to prove yourself a champion!'

Background

The name of a champion goes before him, carried on the wind by those for whom he fights. It cows his enemies and lifts the hearts of good people everywhere.

Objective 1

• Talk to Ultan Foebane

Ultan Foebane is at the Combe-gate on the east side of the town of Bree.

You have been told to speak with Ultan Foebane, a mighty champion travelling through the Bree-land, for the dwarf may be able to help you become stronger.

Champion Trainer: 'Look for Ultan Foebane at the Combe-gate on the east side of town. he has been looking for stalwart champions whose mettle he can test ever since he came to Bree-land.'

Ultan Foebane: 'You say you're a champion, <name>, but I have to tell you that I've never heard of you. What great deeds have you performed? None that I have seen, and still there is great danger in the surrounding countryside!

'I will recognize you as a champion only if you can slay three of the evils that threaten this town of Men. I give you their names and their favourite haunts and ask only that you end them and return to me!

'With the use of these notes, a real champion would be able to bring safety to these lands and inspire the people with word of his deeds.'

Collected Ultan Foebane's Notes

Objective 2

• Defeat Zhurpukh of the Deeps
• Defeat Fair Sherman
• Defeat Morley the Fierce

Ultan Foebane has given you a list containing the locations of three deadly enemies to dispatch.

To prove you are a worthy champion, Ultan Foebane has tasked you with slaying three threats to the folk of Bree-land.

Ultan Foebane: 'I gave you my notes on the locations of three deadly foes, <name>. Dispatch these oppoonents and return and I will give you some small measure of training! Are you a champion or are you not.'

Zhurpukh of the Deeps says, "Zhurpukh not let you pass!"

Defeated Zhurpukh of the Deeps

Fair Sherman says, "You cannot defeat Fair Sherman!"

Defeated Fair Sherman

Morley the Fierce says, "It's over for you!"

Defeated Morley the Fierce

Objective 3

• Talk to Ultan Foebane

Ultan Foebane is at the Combe-gate on the east side of the town of Bree.

You have defeated the three opponents that Ultan Foebane challenged you to best and should now return in victory to the dwarf.

Ultan Foebane: 'News of your battles come before you, <name>, for the whole town speaks of them!

'Zhurpukh of the Deeps will no more sneak from the marshes in search of open windows and unlatched doors! Fair Sherman? More lovely in death, they say! And of Morley the Fierce, the people say only this -- that he was not fierce enough to best <name>, a worthy champion indeed!

'The people in this town of Men speak the truth, friend champion. I will give you some measure of instruction in the fighting arts, the better to improve the strikes you make at your enemies!'

My Brethren's Call

Bestowal dialogue

'Your reputation precedes you. We are well aware of your efforts here in Bree-land and abroad. We, the Rangers of the North, thank you for all you have done. I wonder, though...are you willing to aid us ever more? Are you willing to stand against foes that have long risen up against the Men of Middle-earth, threatening to tear us out by our roots and make this world over in the grim visage of evil?

'I think you are willing and able. It is for this reason that I ask you to make your way north along the Greenway to the place where a pass cuts towards the eastern hills. There, in the ruins of the Greenway Fort, you will find one of my brethren.

'His latest reports tell me of a great danger growing out of the north, and he is in need of much assistance.'

Background

One of Saeradan's brethren recently called for aid against a foe that the Rangers of the North know all too well.

Objective 1

• Talk to Andreg at the Greenway Fort

Andreg waits at his post at the Greenway Fort, north along the Greenway from Saeradan's Cabin.

Saeradan sent you to assist Andreg, one of his kindred.

Saeradan: 'You should speak at once with Andreg.'

Andreg: 'Saeradan is a man of his word, as am I. Your arrival comes at a critical moment. There is much to do and too few of us here to complete all that must be done. Perhaps we will slow the progress of this foe by our combined efforts.

'This, at least, is a good hope to have.'

Outfitting the Defenders

Bestowal dialogue

'Goblins infest the narrow reaches of Rath Teraig, and stout-hearted dwarves keep the southern barricade against them. Their armour will fail before their spirits do, <name>, so we must do for them what we can!

'If you can ask a metalsmith to fashion bronze gloves and a bronze helm, then bring them to me, I will see that the staunch defenders of the barricade receive them.

'You will be paid for your trouble, of course, in coin and other small things, though given the importance of this task no one would presume to ask for payment.'

Background

Efi Plateshaper is eager to outfit the dwarves guarding the barricade to Rath Teraig and asked for your help collecting the necessary pieces of armour.

Objective 1

• Collect Bronze Gloves
• Collect Bronze Helm

Efi Plateshaper is at Gondamon, in the Low-lands of Ered Luin.

Efi Plateshaper asked you to bring him bronze gloves and a bronze helm with which he can outfit the defenders of the barricade at Rath Teraig.

Collected bronze gloves

Collected bronze helm

• Bring Bronze Gloves and a Bronze Helm to Efi Plateshaper

Efi Plateshaper: 'Thank you for these, <name>. Take these coins and other items. I insist, even though the knowledge of the good you are doing for the defenders should be enough.'

Leggings for Gagi

Bestowal dialogue

'I don't know what the problem is, stranger. My father was a metalworker, and my father's father was a metalworker, but I do not seem to have inherited their skill with hammer and anvil. I do not know where it could have gone, for I have no brothers, but that skill certainly has avoided me!

'You see, I decided it was time to make a new pair of bronze leggings for myself, but I did something wrong with the heat of the fire and my hammer-blows and ended up with something more akin to a belt. A belt fused in on itself, with something like a sleeve on one end. I can't wear that! And I wouldn't wear it even if I could figure out how exactly to try it on!

'If you know a metalworker of even small skill, I'll pay you for some bronze leggings. I'll give you my leftover materials as well! And don't tell anyone about my...mishap...if you don't mind.'

Background

Gagi Cloudbrow tried to make himself some bronze leggings, but the event has been described as something of a disaster.

Objective 1

• Collect bronze leggings
• Bring bronze leggings to Gagi Cloudbrow

Gagi Cloudbrow is west of Frerin's Court.

Gagi Cloudbrow has asked you to procure for him some bronze leggings, because the pair he tried to make for himself turned out poorly, and in no way resembled the leggings for which he was trying.

'These will do very well, <name>! I don't understand how mine could have turned out so very differently, because they seem easy enough to make. I just don't understand.

'Here are the coins and materials I promised you. Take with them my thanks!'