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Quests and content in Rivenspire went through some major changes during development.

Quests

• Danger from Doomcrag: Please add a description for this quest
• Opportunity of a Lifetime: Please add a description for this quest

Locations

• The Veiled Grotto
• The Ruined Steppe
• Fellwatch Camp
• Farmlands
• The Watchers
• The Sea Wolf
• Deadfoot Heel
• The Pilot Islands
• Northpoint Farmlands
• Eastern Smallholds
• The White Horse
• Diviner's Collapse
• Trader's Meet
• Veiled Grotto
• Ruined Steppe
• Fell Watch Camp
• The Staging Grounds
• The Deadfields
• Ruined Steppes
• Crowhead Lake

The Hillmen of Rivenspire

At one point there was plans to include a race that sounds similar to Half-Giants in Rivenspire:

"She's one of the hillmen. They're a big folk: taller than you and me by a long shot.
Some say the hillmen are the great-great-great grandchildren of giants. I'm not sure if I believe that."

The giant ancestors of the hillmen are known as "hill giants":

"I encountered a hillman named Jonnedor in the Breagha-Fin caves. He said that Veraya's servants are raising the spirits of the hill giants and enslaving them."

References to Breton King Ranser's hillmen heritage remained in game in the book The Fury of King Ranser:

"Rivenspire was known as the backwater of High Rock. Ranser was one of these surly hillmen, a child of the north, known for his bitter temper and brutal rule"

They also had Nordic ancestors, though if this ancestry was gained before or after the First Empire of the Nords's occupation of High Rock is unknown:

"Both Nords and giants are our distant kin. We are wardens of the giants' bones and spirits interred here in the caves.
Now the hillmen are gone. They've been routed out and driven from our vigil."

The loading screens that made it to live servers still mention these giants from Breagha-Fin that migrated to Skyrim as their own race of giants:

"Fanciful legends abound regarding the mysterious caves of Breagha-Fin, tales of ghost-mammoths, enchanted relics, even skeletal giants. But the folk of Rivenspire are notorious for their overactive imaginations." — Phrastus of Elinhir

There were plans to make "Horsemen" inhabit Rivenspire, and they would have been a type of hillmen. Before ESO, the only horsemen were the River Horse Bretons who inhabit the Bangkorai region around Evermore. Today in live servers, only the foreign Silverhoof Horsemen from Yokuda exist in Rivenspire, where they were invented for ESO and have no connection to the giants of Breagha-Fin. They are completely unrelated to the River Horse Bretons. The River Horse Bretons do not appear whatsoever, and the book The Royal House of King Eamond is the only mention that remains of them:

"they're a curiosity. They say the Horsemen are descended from the giants of Breagha-Fin.
The Horsemen have herded in these parts for centuries."

The Resistance

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	I should investigate the town to find any truth behind the rumors of a "resistance."
	I've found a resistance group known as the "Ravenwatch" hiding in Shornhelm's undercity. They're fighting a battle similar to my own, and they've requested my help.
	The Bloodsworn Micnog dro-Nar lies dead. That's a major blow to House Montclair. A cloaked figure appeared as we fought. With his aid, I destroyed Micnog's protective barrier. His reign is over.

Verandis

Count Verandis Ravenwatch was named Verandis Ravenfeld, and he sacrificed himself just as he does at the end of Rivenspire's current zone story, but the nature of the quest was different. The true villain of the zone was a vampire named Karnosis Xane (sometimes misspelled as "Karnoris"), whom Baron Montclair served, and a relic called the Blood Pearl of Molag-Bal was involved. Someone named Scarlette was left in charge of the Ravenwatch in Verandis' stead rather than Adusa-daro, who was called Adusa-diir. Gwendis does not exist, but there was a woman called Scarlette Dwynor.

Reezal-Jul was called Tainted-Heart, and Baroness Leila Montclair was one Leila Xane. Lleraya (occasionally referred to as "Veraya" in a few instances) was a Dark Elf. Tainted-Heart, Lleraya, and Karnosis were in the Mages Guild together. Verandis and Karnosis were friends.

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	Scarlette Dwynor sent me to the Ravenwatch's leader, Verandis Ravenfeld. The Ravenwatch asked me to travel to the Doomcrag, where Verandis says I can end this plague on Rivenspire once and for all.

"I wondered why his troops didn't fall back. This is grave news indeed!
I'm not sure what we will do against another foe. Perhaps I should call for aid from Stormhaven."

"Truly? You are a blessing from the gods. Of that there is no doubt!
A strange Altmer came to us, asking to ally his forces with ours. He said this was your doing, but I did not believe him. It seems I was mistaken!"

"I knew that scoundrel couldn't have done this on his own! He has no mind for warfare, that's for sure.
We will need to mount a counterattack immediately. I will not let another usurp Shornhelm from me!"

"I'm myself again … for the moment, at least. I can still feel the hunger clawing at my soul, but for the moment, I can push it away.
The violence, the hatred, the anger … do the fiends continually suffer through this nightmare?"

"<<1>> was a necromancer? No, Verandis would have seen that. It's more likely he was tempted by the power he found here.
Poor Marcel. I never had a chance to tell him. He won't come out of there again. I … I have to go to him."

"Ah. You know my shame, then. Yes, it's true. When the bloodfiends attacked, I behaved like a coward.
Is it so unforgiveable? I am a scholar. I've never faced death before. We should turn our attentions back to <<1>>, should we not?"

The Slave Pits

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	I investigated the rumors of kidnapped citizens sent to an area called the "Slave Pits." I found a dying man who told horrific tales of vampires feeding on captured people, and took him back to Eselde Tamrith. It was too late for him, however.(If you sided with Countess Eselde Tamrith)
	I investigated the rumors of kidnapped citizens sent to an area called the "Slave Pits." I found a dying man who told horrific tales of vampires feeding on captured people, and took him back to Alard Dorell. It was too late for him, however.(If you sided with Baron Alard Dorell)

The Dream-Walk

"People tend to take that word and associate it with blood sucking and killing. Though there is some truth to that.
I like to think of myself as, eh, gifted.
Now this is the part where I say I'm different and you gasp and say "I can't trust you!"."

"She probably made it sound very mysterious. She so loves her theatrics.
I thought it was time to tell you what I know of Lleraya, Tainted-Heart, and their leader, Karnosis Xane."

Who is Tainted-Heart?

"An Argonian, quite powerful in the guild at the time. His Jel name is lost now, but his nickname is well deserved.
He was a mage with dark ambitions, and now he has the power to pursue his twisted desires."

Who is Lleraya?

"The Dark Elf Lleraya is a powerful sorcerer. I thought she was simply a friend of Karnosis' wife, concerned with her friend's welfare.
I learned too late that she was actually a necromancer."

Who is Karnosis Xane?

"Karnosis was my friend. I tried to help him, but … well, you shall see.
I knew these three when they were part of the Mages Guild. Before they became … what they now are. I must atone for my mistakes. I must save Rivenspire from Karnosis."

^(?)

"It has been my experience that showing is better than telling. I have a way for you to dream-walk through my memories, if you are willing.
The potion upstairs will initiate the process."

^(?)

You would have had the opportunity to figure out how Leila Xane died, helping her spirit recover its memories along the way.

"Lord Ravenfeld? Why, he's been our guest for quite some time. He's quite charming, for an Altmer.
Ah, I meant no offense. Relations with the Aldmeri have been strained, to say the least."

"Lord Xane is keenly interested in nurturing diplomatic relations with our neighbors. With the blessing of King Ranser, he's orchestrated a meeting of the minds, if you will.
Perhaps one day, we will come to have peaceful relations across our lands!"

"Lord Ravenfeld has been here for some time. An Argonian recently arrived. What strange creatures they are!
Oh, and of course, Lady Veraya! Between you and me, I think Lord Xane may have fallen for her charms."

"Do I seem pale? Oh, I hope I am not coming down with something. We've far too many visitors for me to lay about with an illness.
I will speak to a healer soon. Thank you for letting me know!"

"^(?)"

^(?)

"This is Shornhelm, and you are in the embassy of King Ranser. My husband, Lord Xane, is the master of these premises in His Majesty's absence.
At least, he was the master. I don't know where he is … or where I truly am."

You'd find some of Leila's belongings in chests, which you would then show to her.

"<This chest contains a myriad of noblewomen's clothing stained with what looks like dried blood.
<You take along one of the blouses in case it has anything to do with Leila's death.>"

Leila Xane: "Why, those are mine! Why do you have them? And why are they covered in blood?
My death must not have been peaceful. Oh, Karnosis, how I wish you were here now!"

"These are my clothes. There is blood on them, but more than that. They reek of rot and dirt.
My husband could not have raised his hand against me. I wish I understood!"

"<A faded ribbon marks a page written in an arcane language. Notes are scribbled in the margins.>
"Is it possible to harness this power for life instead of death? We must find out more.""

"<The first page has no title. The notes are by many different hands. This may be the most recent notation.>
"Ayleid magic is concentrated here. What was its original purpose? These could be fairy tales, or are they an ancient type of necromancy?""

"I have seen that before. Lord Ravenfeld brought it from his travels. My husband was very excited when he saw it.
He said it would help me get well. I don't remember that happening."

"That dagger you have. It was my husband's. Did he-
No, I remember. I remember the screams. Sweet Stendarr, forgive him. Forgive us!
What madness overtook him?"

^(?)

"There was a ritual. My husband said I would be well soon. There was so much blood.
But it was not his hand alone that wielded that blade. Three others … I remember."

^(?)

"That name … yes, she came when I was ill with a strange lizard creature I'd never seen before.
Karnosis said they were emissaries, but they looked like none I've ever seen before."

^(?)

"Yes, she spoke in a strange tongue. She knew the runes on the pages, and she spoke them to my husband.
I was shaking when I heard her speak them. So foul and primitive."

"My locket. It was a gift to me from that Altmer, Lord Ravenfeld. The last thing I remember after the ritual was dropping it out here.
Strange. Was I not too sick to walk?"

"What about them? The Mages Guild is here to learn whatever it can.
As for Lleraya and Tainted-Heart, they believe in my quest. They will help us save Leila. They gave me their word."

Final Confrontation at the Doomcrag

Verandis would have assisted you at the Doomcrag.

"He's been busy directing Montclair. Without time to feed, he'll be vulnerable.
Outlast him. The source is infinite. His power isn't. Attack too soon, and he'll destroy you. Kill his minions. Let him wear himself down, and when he's alone, strike!"

"We are weakened when drawn away from a source of that power. Karnoris has been here for weeks, directing Montclair. Without time to feed, he will be vulnerable."

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "Keep your eyes open. We have to be ready for anything."

Karnoris Xane: "Now now, Verandis. You didn't expect to come into my realm and destroy everything I've worked for, did you? No... you will die here!"

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "Protect me!"

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "You must launch Karnoris' orbs back at him! Strike at them - quickly!"

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "Prepare yourself! The power of the Remnants are shifting their power towards you."

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "Do not fear! The power of the Remnants are yours to control!"

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "Excellent! Now to destroy the source of the Remnants power... wait... no, this can't be!"

Count Verandis Ravenfeld: "You must destroy the Pearl to close the Planemerge! Quickly, while Karnoris is distracted!"

Karnoris Xane: "No! You will not destroy the Blood Pearl. The power of Molag Bal will be mine... I shall complete the Plane Merge!"

Karnoris Xane: "No! It can't be! How... how were you able to destroy it? Ugh!"

Count Verandis Ravenwatch: "The Planemerge is closing! You... must escape. Tell Scarlette that she is in charge now. Tell all my Ravens... I will miss them. Do not worry about me!"

Count Verandis Ravenwatch: "You are safe now. We will meet again... my friend."

NPC/Entity names:

• Karnoris Xane
• Karnoris's Orb of Death
• Verandis Ravenfeld

Related spell/action/skill/script names:

• Karnoris's Portal
• Karnoris's Arrival
• Verandis's Healing Aura
• Karnoris' Hold
• Remnant Field
• Power of the Remnants
• Blood Pearl
• Blood Pearl Channel
• Karnoris's Fury
• Scorching Blood
• Shimmering Bolt

Quest Stages:

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	I should investigate the town to find any truth behind the rumors of a "resistance."
	I've found a resistance group known as the "Ravenwatch" hiding in Shornhelm's undercity. They're fighting a battle similar to my own, and they've requested my help.
	The Bloodsworn Micnog dro-Nar lies dead. That's a major blow to House Montclair. A cloaked figure appeared as we fought. With his aid, I destroyed Micnog's protective barrier. His reign is over.
	Scarlette Dwynor sent me to the Ravenwatch's leader, Verandis Ravenfeld. The Ravenwatch asked me to travel to the Doomcrag, where Verandis says I can end this plague on Rivenspire once and for all.
	I've slain the Spirit of Sirden and collected his essence. It might be useful Verandis [sic]. He's waiting for me at the hideout.
	I've returned to Verandis, who I've learned is a vampire. He claims he's not the same as the creatures we fight.. [sic] He just wants to help in the battle against the Doomcrag. He'll help us by examining the essence.
	I've returned to Verandis, who I've now found is a vampire. He claims that he's not the same as the creatures we're fighting. He just wants to help in the battle against the Doomcrag. He'll examine the essence so he can aid us in the fight.
	While the Ravenwatch examines the essence, I should speak to Verandis and learn our next step.
	After the death of Montclair, Verandis Ravenfeld told me he would swear allegiance to my sworn ally, House Tamrith. Tamrith was amazed to hear about Ravenwatch and its newfound loyalty to her.
	As a result of the death of Montclair, Verandis Ravenfeld told me he would swear allegiance to my sworn house, Tamrith. Tamrith was amazed to hear of the truth of the resistance and their new loyalty to her.(If you sided with Countess Eselde Tamrith)
	After the death of Montclair, Verandis Ravenfeld told me he would swear allegiance to my sworn ally, House Dorell. Dorell was amazed to hear news about Ravenwatch and its newfound loyalty to him.(If you sided with Baron Alard Dorell)

• Chancellor Karine asked me to deliver the newly recovered Crown of Ranser directly to Wayrest. She said to give it to Chancellor Regina, who will be expecting me.
• I've cast the insignias into the fire, destroying them completely. I told King Ranser the dying soldier's last words.

• I should investigate the town to find any truth behind the rumors of a "resistance."

• I found Verandis waiting for me at the entrance to the Doomcrag.

• I've let House Tamrith know the threat to Shornhelm will soon fall with the defeat of Montclair and his dark master. I should speak to Verandis within Lady Eselde's sanctuary.
• Before my battle, I should speak to Verandis and learn more about Karnoris.

• Karnosis Xane is defeated, and the Lightless Remnants are no more. In the end, Verandis sacrificed his life to destroy them. I should return to the base of the Doomcrag, so I can let Scarlette know what happened.

• Talk to Countess Tamrith
• Talk to Baron Dorell
• Talk to Baron Dorell
• Talk to Countess Tamrith
• Find Countess Tamrith in Shornhelm

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7949764`0`9256`1603568`Confront Lord Montclair in his Cavern 949764`0`9263`1603728`Confront Lord Montclair's Spirit in his Crypt

7949764`0`9278`1603979`Uncover Leila Xane's Memories 7949764`0`9279`1604009`Help <<1>> Find Her Last Memories 7949764`0`10328`1618288`Discover How Leila Xane Died 7949764`0`10329`1618317`Discover Why Leila Xane Died 7949764`0`10330`1618346`Discover Where Leila Xane Died

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Learn Karnoris' Weakness

Talk to the Ancient Ayleid Ghost Head Towards the Doomcrag Talk to Verandis on the Bridge Enter the Doomcrag Find a Way to Speak to the Ghost Break the Curse of the Lost Spirit Talk to the Lost Spirit Enter the Chamber of the Remnant Defeat Karnosis Xane Talk to Verandis Talk to Adusa-diir Talk to Verandis Defeat the Infused One and Rescue Scarlette Talk to Verandis

The Legend of Ithguleoir

^(?).

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	With the Whalebone Talisman protecting me, I should find Ithguleoir and slay him. He's probably in the waters north of the fishing village.\n\nWhen I'm ready to attack him, I can use the talisman to protect myself.
	I've killed Ithguleoir. I should return to Therese Marron in the village of Farmost Reach.\n\nI can finally tell her that her son has been avenged.
	If I'm going to slay the dreaded sea monster Ithguleoir, I'll have to talk to the families of those he's killed. Leon Pelaire, Jean Praul and Therese Marron are in the fishing village.
	With the Whalebone Talisman protecting me, I should be able to find Ithguleoir and slay him. He's in the waters north of the fishing village. When I'm ready to attack him, I can use the talisman to protect myself.
	With the Whalebone Talisman protecting me, I can find Ithguleoir and slay him. He's in the waters north of the fishing village. When I'm ready to attack him, I can use the talisman to protect myself.
	I've killed Ithguleoir. I should return to Jean Praul in the village of Farmost Reach. I can finally tell him his wife has been avenged.
	I've killed Ithguleoir. I should return to Leon Pelaire in the village of Farmost Reach. I can tell him his love has been avenged.
	<<1>> is on the rocks south of the Imperial palisade. I should present the severed head to him for a reward.

The Lost Sailor's Sextant

"After the Sea Wolf ran aground and the crew mutinied, I stayed loyal to the captain. I paid for it with my life, too.
Could you find my father in Farmost Reach and take my sextant to him? One of the crew probably took it...."

"You found my sextant! Wonderful!
Please take it to my father. He lives in Farmost Reach, southwest of here.
He may be glad to finally know what happened to me."

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	Now that I have Renee's sextant, I should take it to her father in the small fishing town of Farmost Reach. It's on the northern coast of Northpoint.

Normar Heights

The town of Fell's Run was explicitly synonymous with the village of Normar Heights. Mayor Orrard Normar had a dispute with Magharz gro-Thorkan of Thorkan Park, accusing the Orcs of performing necromancy.

• Mayor Orrard Normar^M
• Constable Agazu^F

Normar and Ruined Steppe

"Of all the indignities! Nothing is more vexing than giving my lands away to those Orcs!
Isn't it enough that they sacked our capital? Now they take our homes. Mayor Normar must stand up for us, but he won't see me anymore. Could you talk to him?"

"I've read the legends and half-coherent histories of mad necromancers. The truth may very well be more than they ever imagined.
<<1>> is aware of its purpose, however. Thus, we are at a disadvantage. We can only guess what power it will grant him."

"Our people abhor necromancy.
Many of these Orcs were once friends and relatives of ours. What could have caused this? Why have they fallen so far?
There's no excuse for this. Disrupt their worship. Defile their altars."

"Necromancy has never been a part of our culture, yet Normar screams about Orcish cultists holding rituals on the Ruined Steppe.
I want peace in Fell's Run. Find and destroy any signs of necromancy. Then the rumors will be laid to rest."

"<You've found a scrap of parchment.>
"Our dark master waits.

Our lives we have sworn.

He drowns light in darkness,

Death to the Unborn."
<This parchment should be of interest to anyone curious about recent events on the steppe.>"

"If Normar will not accept my covenant, then I'm not sure what we will do."

"If Normar's falling to the demands of the Orcs, what's to become of the town?"

"First they give, then they take away. What more can you expect from a conniving Breton like Normar?"

"The people of Fell's Run may have mixed feelings about our dedication, but I know this is the right path for all of us."

"Fell's Run is far from peaceful, but I am optimistic.
We'll survive the turmoils of Rivenspire. I know it."

"It's about time someone stood up to that Orc!"

"Normar has high hopes for his proclamation.
I shall remain cautiously optimistic."

"Normar better resolve this situation soon.
His lack of action is simply unacceptable."

"I presume the Queen has informed you of this cultist threat?"

"Fell's Run seems a good enough place to settle as any."

"Your handling of the Fellwatch situation was truly impressive.
You have a promising future as a lawman, if that's what you want."

"I'd go give Normar a piece of my mind, but he said if he saw me again, he'd call the guards.
What kind of man won't listen to his own citizens?"

"I won't stand for this. If Normar doesn't do something soon, I'll take matters into my own hands."

"Normar is crazy if he thinks we're going to give in to those Orcs' demands!"

"I can't believe gro-Thorkan would back down to the Breton's demands! This does not bode well for our people."

"Looks like Normar and gro-Thorkan have finally made some progress!"

"It won't be long before the Bretons take back what they've given. That is their way."

"This is all well and good, but what will become of us when the Orcs decide to take what we won't give them?"

"A noble effort, but it won't be long before the Bretons take back what they've given us.
That is their way."

"I can't believe gro-Thorkan would back down to the Breton's demands!
This does not bode well for our people."

"Looks like Normar and gro-Thorkan finally made some progress!"

"I was wondering when we'd get some clear leadership. It's good to know they've finally come to a consensus."

"Normar is crazy if he thinks we're going to give in to the Orcs' demands."

"This is all well and good, but what becomes of us when the Orcs decide to take what we won't give them?"

"Looks like Normar and gro-Thorkan finally made some progress!"

"I won't stand for this. If Normar doesn't do something soon, I'll take matters into my own hands."

"Now I can focus on more important matters."

"Normar was ambitious to think that this charter would bring peace. It's really the first step in a long journey.
Without your aid, of course, we could never have come this far. You certainly have the thanks of all of us in Fell's Run."

"That stubborn fool! At least Normar has finally found proof for his wild claims of necromancy."

"Duke Roddard Rielle of Normar? He was a vassal of the King of Shornhelm.
He fought with distinction in the siege of Orsinium. In fact, he was one of the first through the Iron Gate.
We know he participated in the sack of the city with wild abandon."

"The skull belonged to Kurgen gro-Agluk, a warlord of the Orcs and hero ancestor of clan Agluk.
Most of that clan were slain in the siege of Orsinium, but a few still survive."

"Thorkan and Normar keep talking about unity, but what are they actually doing about it?"

Necromancy at Fell's Run

Thorkan is worried that Normar's rumors of necromancy in Fell's Run will cause bloodshed between Orcs and Bretons. To keep the peace, he wants to stop to the necromantic rituals and put Normar's fears to rest. / Thorkan was worried that rumors of necromancy around Fell's Run would cause bloodshed between Orcs and Bretons. To keep the peace in Fell's Run, I defiled and destroyed the necromantic altars I found in the Ruined Steppe.

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	The Orcs believe the Ruined Steppe conceals a manor built into the mountainside. Stories say it was once used as a site for rituals. The truth behind the cult's plans could be found within it.
	Thorkan asked me to destroy necromantic altars on the Ruined Steppe.
	I've located a parchment on the body of one of the many Orc cultists on the steppe. Upon it, words written in blood speak of an oath of sacrifice to something called "the Unborn."
	The Orcs believe the Ruined Steppe conceals a manor built into the mountainside. Stories say it was once used as a site for rituals. The truth behind the cult's plans could be found within it.
	I've been asked to defile altars consecrated for necromancy. I'll find the stone slabs scattered across the Ruined Steppe.
	I've destroyed the altars on the Ruined Steppe. I should let Normar know that his town is free of the necromancers. Objective: Talk to Normar
	I've destroyed the altars on the Ruined Steppe. I should let Normar know his town has been purged of necromancy.
	I've destroyed the altars on the Ruined Steppe. I should let Normar know that his town is free of the necromancers.
	Normar wasn't convinced by my work on the Ruined Steppe. He's given me some allegedly necromantic fetishes to show to Thorkan.
	<<1>> mentioned several Orc scouts left Fell's Run, heading west towards the Ruined Steppe. They seemed to be in a hurry.
	<<1>> mentioned several strange Orcs passed through Fell's Run, heading [sic] west towards the Ruined Steppe. They seemed to be in a hurry. I caught up with one of the <<2>>s outside the ruin

"It is far. Far away. Search between Traitor's Tor and Ruined Steppe, with earth below and mountains above. None but the Orcs go there, and return to tell the tale. She is gone! I belong to no one!"

Farmer's Feud

Evicting Ghak gro-Urish

Normar sent me to deal with you.

"What's this? I've only just arrived, and Normar is forcing me to leave?
How typical. My people were driven from their homeland. Now we've placed our trust with our persecutors!"

"Thorkan will hear of this treachery!
What Wayrest gives, Wayrest thinks it can take away. This insult will not stand!"

"Of course it's a mistake! Take your papers and politics and get off my land!"

Evicting Irne

Normar sent me to deal with you.

"Eviction? Normar can't do this to me! Doesn't he see what Wayrest is trying to do?
Orcs are nothing but two-legged beasts! How can he think to trust them in our town?"

"If that's the way it is, then I don't want to live here anyway.
You can tell Normar that my family will not accept this insult lying down!"

"Me? I'm just a farmhand. I used to work on Normar's fields, but he— well, he sold them off when he became mayor.
Now I do odd jobs for people around town."

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	Irne has asked me to speak with Normar on his behalf. His farmland was given to an Orc, and he wants it back. Objective: Talk to Normar
	It won't be long before Irne or Ghak gro-Urish does something drastic. Normar wants to evict one of them, but he can't decide. This can't go on. I should give the eviction letter to one of them.
	I've given Irne his notice of eviction from Fell's Run. I should tell Normar that I've solved his Breton problem.
	I've given Ghak gro-Urish his notice of eviction from Fell's Run. I should tell Normar that I've solved his Orc problem.

• This letter bears Normar's seal.

Fell's Run Bounty

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	I should inform <<1>>, the treasurer of Fell's Run, of Leon Gavendien's death, so I collect a bounty.

Magharz gro-Thorkan^M Talk to gro-Thorkan Talk to Thorkan

Have you now? Then why do I find these... fetishes around the town?\n\nFirst we hear tales of undead south of us. Now there's necromancers in our town?\n\nTake these vile symbols to Thorkan. See if he dismisses my fears now!"

Gro-Thorkan sent me here to resolve the feud you're having.

Millie Gavendien, the wife of Fellwatch's leader, has asked me to convince kidnapped peasants to escape from the Fellwatch camp." The peasants in Fell's Run are turning on each other with accusations of theft. The easiest way to solve this is by finding the stolen items. Gro-Thorkan suspects the Fellwatch stole them, not just for profit, but also to create strife in Fell's Run." Gro-Thorkan asked me to look into a feud between two farmers. Those orcs headed west towards the Ruined Steppe. Seemed to be in a big hurry. Looked very grim.\n\nOrcs can look mighty grim when they have a mind to, you know." I should cull any sickened or weak cows on the Ruined Steppe.

I culled the sickened cows in gro-Largash's herd near the Ruined Steppe, thereby making it safer for the rest of his cows to graze. I've called back Arniel's cows from the field until the feud between him and gra-Orgak is resolved. I've branded some of the cows on the Ruined Steppe with Duzag gra-Orgak's brand. This will serve as a reminder of whose cows belong to whom.

Smallholds

• Eastern Smallholds
• I should talk to gra-Orgak to see what this feud is all about. She's over in the Smallholds, just south of Fell's Run.
• I couldn't close the portal, but I might be able to convince Arlie to do it. I should speak to her at her cave in the Smallhold southern mountains.
• As if this town didn't have enough problems!\n\nNow I've heared two of the farmers in the smallholds are feuding over their herds.\n\nIf you could stop them before they come to blows, I'd be in your debt.

Equity for All

Rivenspire
Finishes Quest	Journal Entry
	I should deliver this parchment to someone interested in recent events on the Ruined Steppe.
	I delivered the covenant to Normar, who signed it as he was asked. He pledged to send for the peasant and her family as soon as possible.
	Normar wants to inform the entire town of a new partnership between the Orcs and Bretons in Fell's Run.
	Normar and gro-Thorkan have drafted a new town charter. I've put up copies around town. There were mixed reactions, but everyone in town now knows that equal representation of Orcs and Bretons will result in fair decisions for all.