Rogue's Gallery

Bestowal dialogue

'Now listen here. I am not going to invite the aid of those Rangers our of the wild. The Men of Bree are capable of defending their own lands from the threats they face, and we will not rely on strange folk for assistance.

'This information speaks of the captain who led the raid on Dogwood's Farm and his current location. We have a chance to strike a telling blow against these brigands and find out more about them.

'It appears that the leader established a camp within a thick copse of trees behind the knoll to the west. The knoll in question is to the south of Dogwood's Farm. Let us strike this blow for the Men of Bree-land.'

Background

Chief Grimbriar wants you to deal a significant blow to the brigands' leadership in Bree-land.

Objective 1

• Collect the notes and return them to Chief Watcher Grimbriar

The brigand leader is encamped in a copse of trees to the west of Grimbriar's post. Grimbriar awaits your return at his post at the stone house near the crossroads of Bree.

Grimbriar's spy provided information on the location of the brigand leader responsible for the latest attacks on the farms of Bree-land. Grimbriar then asked you strike a blow against the brigands and obtain any information you could from the leader.

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'Have you found anything of importance yet? We need to know why the brigands are amassing at the Vale of Andrath and the brigand-leader has that information.'

Collected the Brigand's Note

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'We have them now. This information proves that this Sharkey fellow is intent on establishing a strong foothold here in Bree-land.

'It also tells us of their target encampment of outside of the Vale of Andrath, at a place west of here that they call the Brigand's Watch.

'The Brigand-captain there passes orders out to his lieutenants that come directly from Sharkey. If we can get these notes....'

Shadow of the White Hand

Bestowal dialogue

'I have a spy among the brigands who may be helpful in divining the true nature of this Sharkey. I will send him a message instructing him to come to a certain hill not far from here. Meet him there and ask him about Sharkey and his plans.

'The meeting place is by a grey rock in a small stand of trees directly north of Bree-town.

'If my spy has no news to share, we will need to find another means of learning Sharkey's plans.'

Background

Your discovery supports what Grimbriar's spy has been telling him. Grimbriar has arranged an exchange of important papers.

Objective 1

• Meet Grimbriar's spy
• Protect the spy from the brigands

Grimbriar's spy will meet you by a grey rock in a stand of trees, north of Bree-town.

Grimbriar has sent you to meet a spy he insinuated into the ranks of the brigands in hopes that he will reveal information about Sharkey and his plans.

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'Meet my spy, as we discussed. He should be able to tell us more of this Sharkey and his plans for Bree-land.'

Brigand-informer: 'We must be quick, I think they suspect something. Wait! What's that sound? Look out...here they come!'

Brigand-informer says, "Oh no! I've been followed by Sharkey's men! Here they come... please fight them off!"

The spy handed you a bundle of notes

Brigand-informer says, "Thanks! I hope these notes I've prepared are helpful. I'd better get out of here. Tell Saeradan I'm done with this business for good."

Objective 2

• Bring the Informer's Notes to Chief Watcher Grimbriar

Watcher Grimbriar can be found at the stone house near the crossroads outside of Bree.

The spy's notes further supported the brigand's letter, verifying that Sharkey is no brigand himself, but an influential man of the south. Grimbriar must know.

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'This is dire news. I suppose it was too much to expect that it would all turn out to be some minor brigand leader's dream of lordship.

'Well, I should not blame you for doing what I sent you to do, though it is a pity you did not return with better tidings. Now I must send a message to Strider, my chief, telling him of the ill news and asking him what we should do about Sharkey and his little army of brigands. We can do nothing more for now, for we lack the force.'

Sharkey's Men

Bestowal dialogue

'My job is to guard Bree. I don't have the men to waste patrolling the countryside, but of late I've had reports of brigand-raids near and around the town. I need someone to look into these rumours, and I've coin to spare for anyone willing to help.

'There've always been a few outlaws in the hills and dales north of town, but it seems that recently they've grown both more numerous and more bold. If you can find out what is going on, it would be appreciated. Careful though. Once these outlaws would flee any armed man, but now they are more prone to attack without warning.

'The farm across the road seems to be overrun by the brigands...you could start your investigation there.'

Background

Chief Grimbriar wants you to investigate the brigands of the Bree-fields, who have become better organized and more dangerous of late.

Objective 1

• Find evidence of the brigands' loyalty
• Bring the brigand medallion to Chief Watcher Grimbriar

Brigands have overrun Dogwood's Farm, across the road and north alongside a small stream. Chief Grimbriar awaits your return at the stone house near the crossroads outside of Bree.

Chief Watcher Grimbriar has asked you to investigate the increased brigand activity. He mentioned a small farm across the road and a few paces north he thought was overrun.

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'To be honest, I'm not sure what to tell you to look for. If you encounter and defeat any brigands, or if you can search Dogwood's Farm nearby, maybe you can discover something that will tell us why they've become more hostile.'

You found a strange medallion

Chief Watcher Grimbriar: 'Since when are outlaws able to afford such things as medallion? Even the constables don't have badges! And who is this Sharkey fellow, anyway?'

'This is very disturbing. Your find seems to suggest an organization that we haven't seen before in these brigands.'

Getting the Blade Back

Bestowal dialogue

'Now, I want to set matters right. I do! And maybe you can help do that?

'See, like I said before, Nate said that before he gave the sword to Blake, he was going to test the blade against the workers at the unfinished silo site to the east. The site is just before the graveyard and at the top of the hollow of boars.

'If you find him there, maybe you can convince him to return Lofar's sword and leave my family alone. What do you say?'

Background

Threatened by Nate, a lackey of a brigand named Blake, that he must provide him a sword or his family would be harmed, Kenton Thistleway stole Lofar's blade.

Objective 1

• Find Nate

Nate may be found near the abandoned work-site to the east of Thornley's Work-site, before the graveyard and at the top of the boar-hollow.

Kenton told you that Nate said he was going to test the sword on the workers to the east of Thornley's Work-site. If you can find Nate there, perhaps you can get Lofar's sword back.

Kenton Thistleway: 'Have you found that Nate yet? He should be by the abandoned work-site to the east, just before the graveyard. He has Lofar's sword. I just hope you can get it back...and that you put a stop to him.'

The brigand Nate looks as if he was badly mauled by a large animal.

Nate: As you kneel to examine Nate, it is clear that he is quite dead. His hands grasps the hilt of a sword, but the blade has snapped off and is nowhere to be found. You take the hilt from the dead brigand's hand.

Objective 2

• Bring the broken hilt to Kenton Thistleway

Kenton Thistleway can be found, working, at the southernmost section of Thornley's Work-site along the Greenway.

You found the brigand Nate, who stole Lofar's blade. Unfortunately for him, the blade broke and he was slain by one of the boars he sought to kill. You should speak to Kenton Thistleway and let him know that Nate will no longer trouble his family.

Kenton Thistleway: 'What? The blade broke, and Nate is dead? Oh this is bad...very, very bad. What if Blake comes looking for his sword? I won't have one to give him, and they'll do something terrible to my family! I need a sword to give him! If only I had another blade to give them.

'Wait, do you think Lofar would make another, if you explained the situation to him? My family is in danger! Could you please ask him?'

Objective 3

• Bring the broken hilt to Lofar Ironband

Lofar Ironband can be found at the stone house just north of the Bree Crossroads where Chief Watcher Grimbriar has set up his post.

You found Nate dead and Lofar's sword broken. Now Kenton Thistleway is afraid that the brigand Blake will come looking for his sword and will harm Kenton's family when he finds that it does not exist. Kenton has asked you to convince Lofar Ironband to forge another that he can use to appease Blake.

Kenton Thistleway: 'Hurry now, Lofar awaits your return at the stone cottage south along the Greenway.'

Lofar Ironband: 'Another blade...he cannot be serious! I am already behind on other work, and now I must forge a new blade in time to fill the order this broken sword was meant for. "Time is precious, don't give it away for nothing," my father used to say....'

Lofar cuts himself off, lost in thought for a moment, then continues.

'Actually lost my father to brigands a few years back...wouldn't wish that on anyone....

'Bah! Give me that hilt. I must be going soft. I'll do it to keep his family safe, but he's going to have to do something in exchange!'

A Dwarf-made Blade

Bestowal dialogue

'Hail, good <race title>! I was wondering if you could help me with a bit of a problem. It seems that no sooner did I set my latest blade out to cool, than someone stole it!

'I didn't see who made off with the sword, but I suspect it was one of those Man-smiths working out at Thornley's. Their craft is nothing like dwarf-craft, and likely their jealousy of my workmanship moved one of them to steal my blade.

'If I were to ask them about my blade, they would just ignore me. You though, by the look of you, are a great warrior. If you were to ask them about my blade, they'll be honest with you. How about it, can you find my stolen blade?'

Background

Lofar Ironband has told you that someone has stolen his newest blade. He has asked you to find out who stole it and return it to him as quickly as possible!

Objective 1

• Talk to the smiths of Bree

Most of the smiths of Bree dwell near the West-gate or are working at Thornley's farm along the Greenway.

Lofar has told you that he thinks his latest blade was stolen by one of the Man-smiths. He thinks that a warrior, such as yourself, might intimidate the thief into confessing and returning the stolen blade.

Lofar Ironband: 'Have you found my sword yet? It was one of those Man-smiths working at Thornley's who took it, I know it. Go talk to them. Seeing a warrior like yourself will frighten the thief into confessing!'

Pete Shadetree: 'Don't be bothering me with such nonsense. Dwarves always looking down on us, claiming we're jealous. Now they going to start accusing us of stealing?

'Shoo, off with you. I don't have to take this sort of nuisance! I'll complain to the mayor, I will.'

Flint Oakhewer: 'Bah, I don't be needing to steal some dwarf-blade. people like my work...it's quality! You tell that KLofar that I didn't steal his fool sword and try to pass it off as my own!'

Matt Haywood: 'Well, of all the insulting things to say! Those dwarves think that no one can smith as well as them. Well, if being busy means you do quality work, then mine is quality.

'Go tell that fool dwarf that I didn't take his sword!'

Kenton Thistleway: 'What...a stolen sword? Stolen from a Dwarf? I don't know what you're talking about...Please, go away, I don't know anything about it...'

Kenton mops his brow, nervously.

'Yes, yes, I admit it! I took it. Please, don't tell the constable! Please! I did it to save my family! See, a brigand named Nate, he told me that he would hurt my family, unless I made a sword for their captain, Blake. But I didn't have the iron to forge one, and I was desperate to save my family, so I took the dwarf's sword!

'Nate said that before he gave the sword to Blake, he was going to test the blade against the workers at the site of Thornley's silo, just before the graveyard and the boar-hollow. If you find him there, maybe you can convince him to return Lofar's sword and leave my family alone. What do you say?'

A Spear at the Southern March

Bestowal dialogue

"Brigands and half-orcs from the south have been pressing upon the Greenway as of late, threatening the good folk of Bree-town. You have been enlisted to join the line of Wardens who march against these foes, for brigands possess a chaotic nature, and will not stand against such organized defence."

Background

You have agreed to join the line of Wardens defending the approach to Bree-town from a band of brigands approaching from the south.

Objective 1

• Talk to Andrew Oakhurst

Andrew Oakhurst is behind the line of Wardens south of Bree-town.

Warden Oakhurst is waiting to speak with you.

Andrew Oakhurst: 'I am glad you agreed to aid us, <name>, for there is a gap in our line, and I would have it filled.

'Speak with Toby Thorndyke, just ahead, and he will show you to your spot in the line.

'It is very important that you not abandon your place in the line once the attack begins! An organized defence is our best weapon against bands of brigands such as the one that approaches.'

Andrew Oakhurst says, "Take up your position next to Toby Thorndyke, <name>."

Objective 2

• Talk to Toby Thorndyke
• Do not abandon your place in the line

Toby Thorndyke is at your place in the line of Wardens defending Bree-town from attack from the south.

Toby Thorndyke: 'You are to be my ally in the defence, <name>? I am glad to hear it!

'I will show you the bounds of our position. You must not stray beyond these bounds during the attack, my friend! The line must not be compromised!'

• Maintain your position in the line and defend Toby Thorndyke

Toby Thorndyke says, "We must hold our position in the line, <name>."

Toby Thorndyke says, "Our section of the line is from this tree..."

Toby Thorndyke says, "...to this stone."

Toby Thorndyke says, "A good Warden does not stray from his position in the line!"

Andrew Oakhurst says, "Prepare for battle!"

Toby Thorndyke says, "Keep the line, <name>!"

Toby Thorndyke says, "Maintain the line, Wardens!"

Toby Thorndyke says, "Steady! Do not abandon your places!"

Southern Ruffian says, "Run away! We cannot beat them!"

Southern Ruffian says, "A pox on these Wardens!"

Southern Ruffian says, "A pox on these Wardens!"

Toby Thorndyke says, "Hold the line, <name>!"

Toby Thorndyke says, "Hold, <name>! Do not let the line falter!"

The attack has been repelled

Objective 3

• Talk to Andrew Oakhurst

Andrew Oakhurst is behind the line of Wardens south of Bree-town.

The attack has been successfully repelled, and you should speak now to Warden Oakhurst.

Andrew Oakhurst: 'Valiantly done, <name>! You have done us all a great service and are deserving of the highest praise for your role in holding the line!

'I'd like to see those brigands try this again; they thought that the ability to wield a blade would be enough to challenge a line of Wardens? Are they mad? They must be!'

Andrew Oakhurst: 'Let us return to Bree, <name>, and we will discuss some of the finer points of your performance during the attack.'

A Spear at the Southern March

Bestowal dialogue

'The spear is very often favoured by Wardens, <name>, but its art is not easily mastered. A skilled teacher is needed to get the most from such a weapon and to make use of its advanced techniques.

'Andrew Oakhurst of Bree often leads the Wardens of Bree-land in practice skirmishes aimed at improving their skills with the spear. You should speak to Warden Oakhurst at the West-gate of Bree-town if you wish to engage in one of these practices.'

Background

Wardens often favour the spear, and truly effective spear-use is something that must be taught by one who has used it often and well in many battles.

Objective 1

• Talk to Andrew Oakhurst

Andrew Oakhurst is by the West-gate of Bree.

You have been told to speak to Andrew Oakhurst about participating in the spear-training that he often runs for Wardens in Bree-land.

Warden Trainer: 'Andrew Oakhurst of Bree often leads the Wardens of Bree-land in practice skirmishes aimed at improving their skills with the spear. You should speak to Warden Oakhurst at the West-gate of Bree-town if you wish to engage in one of these practices.'

Andrew Oakhurst: 'You seek training to better your offensive skills, friend Warden? I have not prepared a practice skirmish.

'No, do not leave just yet! There is no practice skirmish because there is a very real threat that approaches from the south: a band of brigands has managed to obtain some level of organization, and prepares to attack Bree-town!

'You will receive no better training as a Warden than by passing through the crucible of battle, my friend. If you will join my line, I can personally assure that you will learn much of value.'

Objective 2

• Talk to Andrew Oakhurst and join his line of Wardens

Andrew Oakhurst is at the West-gate of the town of Bree.

A band of brigands march on Bree from the south, and Andrew Oakhurst has asked you to join his line of Wardens in repelling them.

Andrew Oakhurst: 'Will you join my line, <name>? It will require discipline and toughness, but as a Warden these are characteristics you should already have!'

Complete the Instance: A Spear at the Southern March quest.

Objective 3

• Talk to Andrew Oakhurst

Andrew Oakhurst is at the West-gate of Bree.

You have stood in the line that defended Bree from attack and should speak now with Warden Oakhurst.

Andrew Oakhurst: 'You performed admirably well, <name>, and are welcome on my line whenever you care to serve.

'I believe you will find the experience has given you a chance to refine your skills and test your discipline, a chance at which every Warden would rejoice!'