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The Way Forward

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Act: 1

Reward: Book of Skill, 1 Passive Skill Points

Tarkleigh wants you to find a path to the Emperor's Road and the inland forest it leads to.

#	Name
1	Find the Emperor's Road Tarkleigh wants you to find a path to the Emperor's Road and the inland forest it leads to. Follow the Emperor's Road Area: Act 2 NPC: Bestel Surviving Wraeclast: One day we'll be strong enough to make our way inland, build new lives on the carcass of a dead empire. It's why God sent us maggots here, isn't it?
2	Enter the Submerged Passage in the Mud Flats Tarkleigh wants you to find a path to the Emperor's Road and the inland forest it leads to. Search the Mud Flats for the entrance to the Submerged Passage to progress. Enter the Submerged Passage in the Mud Flats Area: The Mud Flats NPC: Nessa Rhoas: Don't tell Tarkleigh, but they're the foulest fowl I've ever tasted. Still, exiles can't be choosers. Tarkleigh Rhoas: Rhoas? Overgrown chickens with a murderous streak. If you're not careful, they'll talon your guts out and snap them up like big, fat worms. That said, be sure to rifle through their nests if you get the chance. Rhoas are like magpies, attracted to what shines.
3	Find another way to the forest The Emperor's Road, which leads to the Western Forest, has been blocked by Piety. Find another way around. Find another way to the forest Area: Act 2 NPC: Eramir Blocked Passage: I've read about Shavronne of Umbra, and what she did to the Warden at Axiom. You did well to end Brutus' sorry existence. But Shavronne's barricade, that's sad news indeed. There is little enough freedom in Wraeclast as it is, but to be stranded on that dismal coast... I pity the exiles to come. Would I know how to lower the barricade? Afraid not. I was a bit distracted the last time I took the pass. Hungry goatmen to avoid on that side, Alira's thralls on this side. Helena Prisoner's Gate: Our expedition made camp in the western forest while Piety took a few men through the pass to Axiom Prison. She was after the research notes of one Shavronne of Umbra, a witch who devoted herself to the study of transfiguration during the latter days of the Eternal Empire. Piety returned alone and disturbingly happy with her findings. I've learned that when Piety is happy, misery is soon to follow for everyone else. Silk Blocked Passage: The road? It runs east and west of here. To the west it passes the bandit woman's camp, then turns south, to the sea. But you say it is now blocked? I have seen a strange thing in the rock by the south pass. Like one of Greust's carvings, but of stone. You should go look at it. What has been closed might be opened again. Tarkleigh The Blocked Road: Why would Piety go and cut us off from the interior? Thankfully, I don't have it in me to know what that witch thinks. But I reckon you'll work it out, once you've lowered Shavronne's Barricade for us, of course.
4	The Emperor's Road, which leads to the Western Forest, has been blocked by Piety. Find another way around. Find another way to the forest Area: Act 2 NPC: Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore. Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore. Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore.
5	Talk to Bestel for your reward You have opened the blocked pass between the Western Forest and Prisoner's Gate. Talk to Bestel in Lioneye's Watch for a reward. Talk to Bestel for your reward Area: Lioneye's Watch NPC: Bestel Inspirational Poem: A stranger like no other, Faced the wall of the Umbra, Opened a pass in a sorry land, Gave some hope to a sorry band Of exiles and death-soaked castaways. A chance at life on a brand new day. Nessa Reopened Passage: Some have dared hope for a better life beyond Prisoners Gate. Not me. My place is here, easing the suffering of exile as best I can. Silk Reopened Passage: The pass to the sea is open? You are a legend that lives, exile! Tarkleigh Reopened Passage: You found a way to bring down Shavronne's Barricade? It's at times like these I recall I'm a man of action, not words. Should we encounter each other in the forest, the roast boar's on me, my friend.
6	You have opened the blocked pass between the Western Forest and Prisoner's Gate. Talk to Bestel in town for a reward. Talk to Bestel for your reward Area: Lioneye's Watch NPC: Bestel Reopened Passage: There, thought you deserved one of my finest poems, written to commemorate such a mighty feat. Oh, and this. Been keeping it for a very special occasion. Consider yourself just such an occasion.
7	Quest Complete - You have opened the blocked pass between the Western Forest and Prisoner's Gate. Bestel has rewarded you with a Skill Book. Use it to gain {0}.
8	Quest Complete Quest Complete - You have opened the blocked pass between the Western Forest and Prisoner's Gate. Bestel has rewarded you with {0}.

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	Book of Skill

The Way Forward

Normal

Act: 2

You have made your way to the forest. Find the encampment.

#	Name
1	Find the Forest Encampment You have made your way to the forest. Find the encampment. Find the Forest Encampment Area: The Forest Encampment
2	Find the Emperor's Road Tarkleigh wants you to find a path to the Emperor's Road and the inland forest it leads to. Find the Emperor's Road Area: The Western Forest
3	Find the Forest Encampment You have made your way to the forest. Find the encampment and look for someone who knows where the other side of the blocked pass is. Find the Forest Encampment Area: The Forest Encampment NPC: Eramir Blocked Passage: I've read about Shavronne of Umbra, and what she did to the Warden at Axiom. You did well to end Brutus' sorry existence. But Shavronne's barricade, that's sad news indeed. There is little enough freedom in Wraeclast as it is, but to be stranded on that dismal coast... I pity the exiles to come. Would I know how to lower the barricade? Afraid not. I was a bit distracted the last time I took the pass. Hungry goatmen to avoid on that side, Alira's thralls on this side. Helena Prisoner's Gate: Our expedition made camp in the western forest while Piety took a few men through the pass to Axiom Prison. She was after the research notes of one Shavronne of Umbra, a witch who devoted herself to the study of transfiguration during the latter days of the Eternal Empire. Piety returned alone and disturbingly happy with her findings. I've learned that when Piety is happy, misery is soon to follow for everyone else. Silk Blocked Passage: The road? It runs east and west of here. To the west it passes the bandit woman's camp, then turns south, to the sea. But you say it is now blocked? I have seen a strange thing in the rock by the south pass. Like one of Greust's carvings, but of stone. You should go look at it. What has been closed might be opened again. Tarkleigh The Blocked Road: Why would Piety go and cut us off from the interior? Thankfully, I don't have it in me to know what that witch thinks. But I reckon you'll work it out, once you've lowered Shavronne's Barricade for us, of course.
4	You have made your way to the forest. Find someone who knows where the other side of the blocked pass is. Talk to Silk Area: The Forest Encampment NPC: Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore. Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore. Sister Cassia Exile: Yes, it's true, I, like you, am an exile. I caught the High Templar's eye several years ago. I showed an interest in the mechanical arts, and he had need for someone like myself for some highly secret projects he had started. He sought ways to tap into the power contained within the virtue gems in ways that I'm not sure were in line with God's plan. I did not openly refuse his orders; I simply... interpreted them differently. The mechanisms I built were brilliant and powerful, and totally useless for his desires. I may have kept some of them. Unfortunately, as you know, little slips past Dominus. I was exiled as a matter of secrecy. Rapidly replaced by some little whore. What? She {is} a whore.
5	You have made your way to the forest. Find someone who knows where the other side of the blocked pass is. Talk to Silk Area: The Forest Encampment
6	Open the blocked pass Open the blocked pass back to Prisoner's Gate from the Western Forest. Open the blocked pass Area: The Western Forest
7	Kill the Blackguards Kill the Blackguards guarding the blocked pass. Kill the Blackguards Area: The Western Forest
8	Take the Thaumetic Emblem Take the Thaumetic Emblem from Captain Arteri in the Western Forest. Take the Thaumetic Emblem Area: The Western Forest
9	Activate the Thaumetic Seal Use the Thaumetic Emblem to trigger the Thaumetic Seal and open the blocked pass. Activate the Thaumetic Seal Area: The Western Forest
10	You have opened the blocked pass between the Western Forest and Prisoner's Gate. Talk to Bestel in Lioneye's Watch for a reward. Talk to Bestel for your reward Area: Lioneye's Watch NPC: Bestel Inspirational Poem: A stranger like no other, Faced the wall of the Umbra, Opened a pass in a sorry land, Gave some hope to a sorry band Of exiles and death-soaked castaways. A chance at life on a brand new day. Nessa Reopened Passage: Some have dared hope for a better life beyond Prisoners Gate. Not me. My place is here, easing the suffering of exile as best I can. Silk Reopened Passage: The pass to the sea is open? You are a legend that lives, exile! Tarkleigh Reopened Passage: You found a way to bring down Shavronne's Barricade? It's at times like these I recall I'm a man of action, not words. Should we encounter each other in the forest, the roast boar's on me, my friend.