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| Information: | Level: | 65 | Maximum Level: | 125 | Monster Mission: | No | Repeatable: | Yes | Can Be Shrouded?: | No | Quest Type: | Task | Quest Goal: | Factions Raised: | Factions Lowered: | Quest Items: | Related Zones: | Related Creatures: | Era: | | Recommended: | Group Size: | Solo | Min. # of Players: | 1 | Max. # of Players: | 1 | Appropriate Classes: | Appropriate Races: |
Entered: Thu Dec 29 19:00:16 2005 Modified: Tue Dec 5 05:21:04 2023 | |
This mission begins with Alchemist Bauer inside the Jade Inn in West Freeport, at -285, -535, -68.
You say, 'Hail, Alchemist Bauer'
Alchemist Bauer says 'Oh my sweet [Leesa]! Why didn't you just give him what his black heart wanted! Why did he take you from me?'
You say, 'Who is Leesa?'
Alchemist Bauer says 'Oh, my dear Leesa! My wife, Leesa, has been missing for several years now. I refuse to give up hope but after all these years it's hard to hold on. She was a Seeker of Ro who crossed a dark hearted wizard named Mithious. I've never stopped searching for her, or for some sign. Would you like to [help] me search?'
You say, 'I will help you search.'
Alchemist Bauer says 'If you would like to help me search for my wife you could start with a priest in the Temple of Solusek Ro named Torzan Searfire. Speak with him about your search and he may be able to point you in the right direction. I've tried to keep in contact with him but that vile wizard who has taken my wife from me continues to [hunt] me. Please speak with Torzan Searfire for me and tell him Alchemist Bauer sent you, and please return if you find anything. I can't say any more about this, it's too painful. Take this locket. It belonged to my wife and I pray it will bring you luck in your search.'
You receive A Seeker Pendant (identifies as "The sacred pendant given only to Seekers of Ro").
You have been assigned the task 'Investigate a disappearance'.
You say, 'Hunt you?'
Alchemist Bauer says 'Who knows what motivates a man like that? He must know that I hate him for what he has done. Perhaps he simply feels it will be tidier to remove the husband as he removed the wife. I am not without talents myself but I cannot stand before a wizard of his power and survive. And so I must continue to flee, even while continuing my search.'
Head to the Temple of Solusek Ro and find Torzan Searfire at +485, -75.
You say, 'Hail, Torzan Searfire'
Torzan Searfire says 'What's that? Alchemist Bauer sent you, you say? Well you have set your feet on a sad path indeed my friend. All in this temple thought very highly of Seeker Leesa and we were all distraught when she vanished. Would you hear the [tale]?'
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
You say, 'What tale?'
Torzan Searfire says 'Leesa was a young and beautiful Seeker in our temple. She was in love with a brilliant alchemist named Bauer, but of course you already know that, ______. She and Bauer befriended a young wizard named Mithious. The three of them were fast friends and all seemed well for a time. But it wasn't too long before Mithious began to show his true nature. You see, Mithious, as it turns out, loves power more than any mortal or god. His kind exterior masks a heart as dark as they come. Mithious styles himself the next Al'Kabor and has been relentlessly delving into the secrets of teleportation and dark and vile magic.'
Torzan Searfire says 'No one but Leesa knows for sure what caused the falling out between her and Mithious. Perhaps he wanted secrets of this temple that she refused to divulge. Or perhaps there was a simpler explanation. Perhaps Mithious fancied himself in love with Leesa, and it may be she spurned him. All we do know is that Leesa was last seen with Mithious when she vanished. We seek him still but he is crafty and has eluded us these many years. If you would continue your search for the heart of this mystery perhaps you should seek out some of Mithious' [research partners] for clues.'
You say, 'What research partners?'
Torzan Searfire says 'My good friend, Jane Planesummoner, was working extensively with Mithious a few years ago. She told me he had an almost unnatural interest in how a mage is able to summon ethereal creatures and bind them to the mage's will. Despite the fact that he was himself a wizard, he seemed to think that he could learn to augment his wizardly summons and infuse some of the mage's special magic into a spell or spells he was trying to concoct. You should go speak with Jane, and give her this note as way of introduction.'
You receive A Letter of Introduction (identifies as "A letter of introduction to Jane Planesummoner").
Head to Jane Planesummoner in South Qeynos, at +250, -345. Give her the letter.
Jane Planesummoner says 'Why are you interrupting my studies? I don't know this 'Torzan' and I don't know you! Return this note to the sender, whoever he is. Now leave me in peace. Go!'
You receive A Letter of Introduction (identifies as "A slightly crumpled letter of introduction").
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
Head back to Torzan and give him the crumpled letter.
Torzan Searfire says 'She said what? She doesn't know me? But that's . . . That's impossible, we've known each other for years! Something is wrong, something that no doubt revolves around our 'friend' Mithious. If she is under an enchantment, how can we break it? She obviously won't cooperate based on what you just told me, so. . .Ah I have just the thing. Take this container and place inside it the following items -- A spell scroll for Nullify Magic, one enchanted platinum bar and the blood from a [Resismus]. Together they will form an Enchanted Nugget that I can use to craft an item that will free Jane from whatever enchantment or spell Mithious may have used.'
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
You say, 'What is a Resismus?'
Torzan Searfire says 'A Resismus? It is a fearsome and powerful creature whose blood has unique magical properties. You may not realize it but each spell scroll used and memorized by any magic user has invested in it a small amount of the magic the incantation creates. Normally this trace is impossible to capture but when soaked in the blood of a Resismus the magic contained in the scroll will leach out into nearby items. In this case it will infuse itself into the enchanted platinum bar you will put in with the scroll. I have heard that this beast has been sighted in the Dreadlands near the Combine relics. Seek out Loremaster Yoakum in the Dreadlands to learn of the beast's location.'
You receive Torzan's Pouch of Combination (no special item lore), a 4-slot SMALL container.
Head to the Dreadlands and find Loremaster Yoakum at +500, +9630, outside one of the giant pyramids in the secret valley.
You say, 'Hail, Loremaster Yoakum'
Loremaster Yoakum says 'Ah, I see you are the one Torzan asked me to watch for. You have come seeking the beast and you will find him within these walls. Torzan may not have told you everything of importance regarding the Resismus, but I will do so now before you face it. The Resismus is almost impossible to find if it wishes to remain hidden. If you explore the chamber behind me now you would almost certainly find nothing, unless you are more discerning than I expect.'
Loremaster Yoakum says 'Fear not, however, for I can flush the beast when you are prepared. Beware of the beast's claws and teeth but also remember always that this is a creature of deep and powerful magic - expect the unexpected! When you are [ready] tell me and I will flush the beast for you. Remember that I cannot assist you with your fight. My role is an observer and, besides, I've never been skilled in combative magic.'
You say, 'I am ready.'
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
An "Enraged Resismus" spawns (level? fight info?). Kill it and loot Blood from a Resismus (identifies as "This blood pulses witn an inner magic").
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
Combine the Blood from a Resismus, an Enchanted Platinum Bar, and a storebought Spell: Nullify Magic scroll in Torzan's Pouch of Combination to craft an Enchanted Nugget (identifies as "A deformed chunk of metal infused with power"). Head back to Torzan and give this to him.
Torzan Searfire says 'Ah, yes, this is exactly right! Well done indeed! Was the beast as potent as we feared? Well obviously you proved to be more than a match for it. Just give me a moment to complete the charm now that you have provided me with the final and crucial ingredient.'
You receive Torzan's Dispelling Ring (identifies as "A powerful counter to any persistent enchantment").
Torzan Searfire says 'Done! This should overwhelm any magical blocks that exist on any that wear it. Give this to Jane and report to me what you find. If she is as hostile as you say it might prove tricky but as long as she holds the ring for a moment it should do its work. If this doesn't work. . .I don't know what might be amiss with my friend.'
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
Go to Jane Planesummoner and give her the ring.
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
Jane Planesummoner says 'I. . .I can't believe it! That foul, evil wizard did that to me! Thank you so much for your assistance. Everything is returning to me now. For so long it was as if I lived in a fog. But I forget myself. If I remember your previous note correctly you wanted to learn what research Mithious and I had been working on. Let me give you this volume, it should prove valuable to you in your search. I never fully trusted Mithious, and with cause it turns out, so I hid my notes in this chest. He does not know of this book's existence, and it should aid you in your search. Please give my thanks to Torzan as well. Good day to you!'
You receive Jane Planesummoner's Research Notes (identifies as "A secret account of the research of Mithoius Scratch"). Give these to Torzan.
Torzan Searfire says 'So the ring worked, did it! Excellent, excellent, that really is wonderful news. Now let me examine this book that you have brought to me for a moment.'
A Seeker Pendant is removed from your inventory, to be replaced by A Glowing Seeker Pendant (identifies as "The sacred pendant given only to Seekers of Ro").
Torzan Searfire says 'Of course! This explains much. The day that Leesa vanished our elders had detected a strange surge of magical energy. The exact spell used was unknown to us at the time as we have never felt magic quite like that before. This tome, however, hints at what it may have been. Mithious was desperate to learn how a mage is able to summon a powerful creature to their side and bind it to their will. Obviously, as a wizard, he could never fully master that ability. But it appears he may have learned how to fuse a small wisp of a mage's magic into a spell he constructed to create an unbreakable prison. The [implications]!'
You say, 'What implications?'
Seeker Leesa's Pendant begins to glow. You must be getting closer to your goal.
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
You receive Jane Planesummoner's Research Notes back.
Torzan Searfire says 'Don't you realize what this means? Leesa may be alive, after all! Maybe I'm being a hopeful old fool, but if I'm right about what this means. . .you must take this at once to one of our eldest. Seek out Tazgar and give him this tome. Be aware that he can be very caustic, so approach him with care. Leesa was one of his favorite acolytes, and I think he blames himself for what happened to her. Somehow he thinks he should have done more to protect her. But if you give him this volume I think he'll realize at once what it may mean. I wish you good fortune in your quest. You have already shed more light on this sad mystery than I had thought possible.'
Find Tazgar, an efreet in the deepest part of the temple behind a fake door. The door looks like a wooden cabinet against the wall at +535, +5. When clicked, it slides to one side. The wall behind it is fake. Walk through it and proceed down several flights of stairs to Tazgar. IMPORTANT: Do not hail him (big faction hit). Give him the notes.
Tazgar says 'What do you want! I don't have time for. . .wait, what's this! Unbelievable! Can this be true? I see Torzan's mark on this tome or I would brand it a fake and have you killed on the spot. Oh that black-hearted wizard Mithious, now we have even more reason to seek you out. But first we must determine if our slim hope may be true. Thank you for obtaining this. Will you continue to [help] us?'
You receive a Sphere of Dimensional Rifts (identifies as "The sphere glows faintly with hidden power").
Your task 'Investigate a disappearance' has been updated.
You say, 'I will continue to help you.'
Tazgar says 'From the hints in this tome, it is clear that Mithious was looking for ways to pervert Combine magic with a bizarre variation on the magic that a mage uses to summon a companion. Although he couldn't control the creature he would summon he did seem to have discovered a way to trap it in a place between worlds. At the same time it seems he's able to trap another person. Long have I pondered on the magical surge of energy we felt that day so many years ago and although I was not able to divine the source of the incantation I have crafted this imbued stone that should prove to be a suitable counter. Take this stone and when you have found the location you seek it will unravel the prison that Mithious constructed. Then we will see if my hopes for Leesa come to be true or if we will have to face that which I fear most about her fate. Go, and return when you know more.'
Bring a raid and head back to the Dreadlands, near the small spire (/loc?), east of Klok F`tshai. Make sure to bring the Sphere of Dimensional Rifts and A Glowing Seeker Pendant with you. Equip the sphere. After a few moments, A Trapped Spirit (exact in-game name and level?) will spawn in the middle of the spire. Give the Sphere of Dimensional Rifts to the spirit, which will spawn a Furious Jailor, a level 71-72 undead mob that procs Jailor's Fury and Knockback, rampages, enrages at 9%, and hits for up to 2.5k. Burn it down and loot one "{Item} of Dimensional Imprisonment."
Once it's dead, Seeker Leesa will spawn (/loc?). Give her the glowing seeker pendant, and receive A Radiant Seeker Pendant (identifies as "The sacred pendant given only to Seekers of Ro").
Seeker Leesa says "Thank you, Niissa, thank you so much! I had lost hope that my prison would ever be breached. I cannot thank you enough for what you have done. I know this is a poor reward for all you must have gone through to reach this point but here is my locket back. Please return it to the temple and show it to my mentor, Tazgar, so that he may know I live. Now I must rejoin my husband. I know he must have missed me as much as I longed for him."
She gates after you make your trade in and quest is updated.
Head back to Tazgar and give him the radiant seeker pendant to receive a Blessed Seeker Pendant .
Tazgar says "So, she has returned to us from the darkness! You have done well indeed Niissa. Here is a token of this temple's appreciation for your efforts. From this day forward, you will be an honored guest in these halls."
Your faction standing with Temple of Solusek Ro has been adjusted by 100
Your faction standing with Shadowed Men has been adjusted by -1
You gain experience. |