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Dannig on Tavakai
Dannig on Tavakai
Dannig
I don’t think we’re going to find ourselves in open warfare, but Tavakai has recently slowed trade and restricted us to the docks at their settlement. That whale incident certainly didn’t help…
Ranger
Did something happen to a whale?
Huntress
What? What happened?
Monk
What happened with the whale?
Witch
Whale incident? That sounds juicy.
Sorceress
A what? A… whale?
Warrior
What whale incident?
Mercenary
Oi… whale incidents are never good.
Druid
Might have misheard ye. Did ye say ‘whale incident’?
Dannig
Our king commanded one of our vessels to hunt and harvest meat from a sacred whale, knowing full well what it meant to the Karui. By the time I found out, I was already too late. Tavakai hasn’t spoken to me since.
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Dannig on The Expedition
Dannig on The Expedition
Dannig
Kingsmarch is actually our second attempt at settling on Wraeclast. Our first expedition, thousands of years back, was mysteriously lost.
Ranger
Really? Are you sure?
Huntress
The Azmeri remember. The stories say we came to their aid, but it was too late. What happened?
Monk
History lost outweighs history remembered. Do you have any idea what happened?
Witch
Typical Wraeclast. What happened?
Sorceress
To lose the telling of a tale is one of the heart’s worst burdens.
Warrior
What happened to them?
Mercenary
Their mistake was trying the mainland. Probably a tragic tale, that. What happened?
Druid
No mystery there. Wraeclast swallows folk whole. Or d’ye think it was somethin’ else?
Dannig
That’s why we came here twenty years ago, to find out… and we also sought the artefact of power our forebears brought with them to Wraeclast. It has become my life’s work: the search for the Triskelion Flame!
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Dannig on Introduction
Dannig on Introduction
Dannig
Hmm… what do we have here?
Ranger
Precisely what I’d like to know.
Huntress
Aye. That’s what {I’m} wonderin’.
Monk
Enlighten me, Kalguuran.
Witch
That’s what you’re here to tell me.
Sorceress
I was wondering the same. Let us think about this.
Warrior
I hoped you could tell {me}.
Mercenary
Cut to the chase, mate.
Druid
Haven’t the foggiest. What d’ye make of all this?
Dannig
Makeshift lodgings… markers… Yes. This looks like Gwennen’s handiwork. She is still pursuing our grand quest, after all. But… she didn’t finish what she started here. How odd.
Ranger
Where do you think she is now?
Huntress
Seems she ain’t here to speak to why.
Monk
What do you think became of Gwennen?
Witch
Oh my, is she dead? Where’s her body?
Sorceress
We must remain hopeful. Perhaps she just became distracted.
Warrior
What stopped her?
Mercenary
Left without the treasure… Not a good sign.
Druid
Not one to leave a job half-done, then?
Dannig
I’m sure she had her reasons to cut and run. There’s all manner of monstrosities out here! In any case, it seems she left us some clues as to what’s in the area… When you’re ready, let’s see what we can unearth. Place the first explosive and we’ll get started.
Dannig
Ah, a Sorceress in Kingsmarch! What a strange sight. I’ve heard tales of your kind. My name is Dannig. I am the humble leader of this fair port… and its smith.
Dannig
A Witch in Kingsmarch! Never a good omen. Dark times ahead, I take it.
Dannig
Ah, a fellow blacksmith! You and I must share tales of ancestral bravery over an ale one of these days. I am Dannig, the smith and leader of this fair port.
Dannig
Well, well, a Trarthan! Greetings, Mercenary. You’ll find plenty of work here in Kingsmarch, if you’re so inclined. I’m Dannig, the smith and leader of this fair port. You may come to me for your equipment needs.
Dannig
Welcome to Kingsm—
Dannig
Hail. Welcome to Kingsmarch. I am Dannig, the smith and leader of this fair port town.
Dannig
A Monk! Incredible. Monks are a true rarity in Kalguur these days, but that was not always the case. I am interested in learning about your beliefs.
Dannig
A Druid, in the flesh! Pardon my surprise, wise one. My people once had an order of Druids long ago. You have my utmost respect. I’m Dannig. Welcome to Kingsmarch!
Sorceress
Oh… I am pleased to meet you, Lord Dannig. You are so… tall. Hmm, I must know… what kind of smithing is that? It’s like none I’ve ever seen.
Witch
If I have my way… then yes.
Warrior
I’ve been away from the flame too long. I could use a bit of home. And that ale.
Mercenary
You get enough Trarthans here you recognise one on sight?
Ranger
I know that kind of fake smile. No need for blustering introductions. I’m not here to make friends.
Huntress
Greetings, Dannig. I’m a mountainborn, of the Azmeri… or rather, I {was}.
Monk
The Dreamer guides all who are willing to see.
Druid
Yer kind had Druids?
Dannig
Observant! Yes, I’m a bit more than a blacksmith. I am also skilled in runecraft.
Dannig
Oh? Planning to bring doom and death to us all, are you? Just another day in Wraeclast.
Dannig
You are most welcome at my forge any time. If you’re around long enough, I’ll even teach you the art of runecraft. Takes a couple years to learn, though.
Dannig
We’ve had one or two show up over the years… caused us a fair amount of trouble. You’re not still involved in the Death Trades, are you?
Dannig
It’s not entirely fake. I’m just getting tired as the years wear on, you know?
Dannig
Ouch. That’s a pain I recognise. You know, we can’t exactly go home, either. If you ever want to grab an ale and talk about it, feel free to stop by.
Dannig
The Dreamer? Is that one of Wraeclast’s ‘gods?’
Dannig
Yes. The Druids of the Broken Circle. Their tales are quite extensive, albeit ancient.
Gronel Starseer, Smalon Thickett, Avon Bruhn… all very illustrious stories in their own right.
Sorceress
Runecraft. Oh, it sounds like such beautiful sorcery. Do tell me its tale.
Witch
I suppose I do need to save the world before I conquer it.
Warrior
If I survive the coming days, that would be an intriguing challenge.
Mercenary
No more than the next weapon-for-hire.
Ranger
Such is the way of things.
Huntress
I might do just that.
Monk
No. But we can talk about that another time. I am compelled to continue on with haste.
Druid
I’ve no use for names. Tell me how they lived.
Dannig
Oh, it’s not sorcery. It’s science, taught to me by priests in my younger days. But enough about me. You’re as far from home as we are… more or less. We should exchange tales over an ale sometime soon!
Dannig
I thought so. Let me know when you begin your {‘evil crusade’} and perhaps I’ll get up an hour early to stop you.
Dannig
Then it’s all settled. Welcome to Kingsmarch!
Dannig
Fair enough.
Dannig
So it is. Well, I’m the smith here, as you can tell. If you need anything, let me know.
Dannig
Of course. Right. Uh, this is Kingsmarch, I am Dannig, smith and leader of this fair port town. Come to me for your equipment needs.
Dannig
I’m always up for a tale or two. And an ale or two! Let’s meet at the tavern sometime.
Witch
It’s a date.
Ranger
I will.
Monk
I shall.
Druid
Ale, ye say? I’ll see ye there.
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Dannig on Qualified Archaeologist
Dannig on Qualified Archaeologist
Dannig
You made that look easy, dare I say! You’re well on your way to being a qualified archaeologist at this rate.
Ranger
I’d prefer a more peaceful line of work.
Huntress
Let’s do that again sometime!
Monk
It was quite loud… but enjoyable.
Witch
The explosions were quite delightful, I must admit…
Sorceress
You are quite the charmer. But yes, my heart is still racing!
Warrior
Seems a risky occupation…
Mercenary
Cheers, Dannig. I had… a blast.
Druid
Done plenty o’ diggin’ in my time. Never like {that}.
Dannig
Well, I hope the bounty was worth the risk. I must say, it usually is… I’ll stay behind and see if I can find any clues as to where Gwennen went off to. See you back in Kingsmarch!
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Dannig on Journey’s End
Dannig on Journey's End
Dannig
I should have trusted my instincts. I knew something was strange about that situation. I suppose this confirms the Hartlins are long dead…
Ranger
On the rare occasions I trust, I tend to get burned.
Huntress
No way we coulda known.
Monk
Hopefully, it happened for a reason.
Witch
Obviously. Tujen insisted, though, so I decided… why not?
Sorceress
I think it used my memories of my {akharas} tale-women against me… it made fools of us all.
Warrior
My father taught me to help those in need. Lying is their dishonour, not ours.
Mercenary
Damn thing played on my penchant for older women. Bastard genius.
Druid
You and me both. I’ve heard tell o’ the Raven Trickster. That I could not see what was before my very eyes… Shameful.
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Dannig on Virtue Gems
Dannig on Virtue Gems
Dannig
We’ve had twenty years on Wraeclast, and those gems you use continue to perplex me. Clearly, they grant you mystical abilities, but they simply don’t do anything in the hands of a Kalguuran.
Ranger
That speaks to deeper mysteries in your nature. You sure?
Huntress
Reckon you’re lucky, then. They bring evil. You sure it’s never worked for ya?
Monk
Hmm… your presence does feel different to me. Are you sure it has never once worked?
Witch
What, really? I can’t believe I’m saying this, but that seems rather… unfair.
Sorceress
I know it’s impolite to ask this of a strong man, but did you make sure you… properly focused your will?
Warrior
Are you sure? Even with focused will?
Mercenary
Well good on ya for holding your own. If you’re this good {without} gems, just imagine…
Druid
They’ve never worked for ye? Not even a glimmer?
Dannig
Believe me, I’ve tried. We have our own methods of mystical power, to be fair, but your gems remain an enigma. Somehow, I suspect the power is actually inside you, and these ‘virtue gems’ are just the particular way you believe the world works. I’m no priest, though, so take my opinion for what it’s worth.
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Dannig on The Karui
Dannig on The Karui
Dannig
Our trade with the Karui fluctuates. There are so many tribes with different beliefs and different propensities… some days, we’re all profiting. Other days, they’re raiding our shipping lanes.
Ranger
Sounds about right.
Huntress
Do they not feel the Spirit? No unity? Strange.
Monk
This imperfect world makes monsters of us all, given enough time.
Sorceress
This type of situation is common in the Vastiri. The strong tend to do as they please.
Warrior
Shameful behaviour.
Mercenary
It never changes. Warlords vying for power.
Druid
Sounds like the sea herself… Calm one day, ragin’ the next.
Dannig
The Tukohama Tribe, the largest in the region, welcomed us at first. We got along very well. Too well. When some of their younger members became interested in Kingsmarch, their Chieftain, Tavakai, began to see us a little differently.
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Dannig on The King
Dannig on The King
Dannig
The King commissioned this port for trade {after} we’d been operating it as an outpost for many years. We ourselves would like to investigate the remnants of our own culture, but he is… … very interested in Vaal artefacts.
Ranger
A mistake men of power often seem to repeat. What’s {his} goal?
Huntress
Doesn’t he know the danger Vaal artefacts bring?
Monk
And why is that?
Witch
Ominous. Any idea why?
Sorceress
How strange. Why is he wasting his time with the remnants of a dead Empire? Seems all Kings obsess over ridiculous things.
Warrior
The Vaal? Why?
Mercenary
That’s right foolish! What’s he up to?
Druid
The crimes o’ the Vaal are best left buried. What’s your King playin’ at?
Dannig
Your guess is as good as mine.
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Dannig on Kingsmarch
Dannig on Kingsmarch
Dannig
This little jewel on the sea might have been granted an official charter by the King, but it’s those of us here on Wraeclast that have built it into the trading hub it is today.
Ranger
I suppose I’ve seen worse.
Huntress
Never seen anything like it.
Monk
You should be proud of what you have built here.
Witch
I suppose there’s really nothing to criticise. It’s… fine.
Sorceress
It has a… charm, I suppose. Though it does make me homesick for the Vastiri. Still, it is impressive what you have built.
Warrior
It reminds me of home. You’ve done well here.
Mercenary
Reminds me a bit of Korathin. I mean that as a compliment.
Druid
Made somethin’ from nothin’. That’s to be commended.
Dannig
To be fair, we did have local help…
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Dannig on Oriath
Dannig on Oriath
Dannig
Win or lose, you’re about to weave a glorious tale. Make sure you come back in one piece, so you can tell it to me.
Ranger
Corruption must not be allowed to spread!
Huntress
Aye. I will.
Monk
If I am led here once more, I’ll make a point of it.
Witch
Oh trust me, I’m sure you’ll hear all about it.
Sorceress
Seems the duty of a tale-woman might find me after all. I will definitely be back for you someday, Lord Dannig.
Warrior
Yes. I will go there with haste.
Mercenary
Isn’t that big a deal, mate. Just doing what I gotta do.
Druid
I’ll do my best to give ye a tale worth tellin’.
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Dannig on The Weapon
Dannig on The Weapon
Dannig
The situation has become dire. But we will aid you in any way that we can. First priority has to be saving the Tukohama Tribe.
Druid
Aye. I’ll do what I can.
Dannig
This region has suffered from their dreaded blood fever before. This could be a disaster…
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Dannig on Runes
Dannig on Runes
Dannig
The runes on our armour essentially capture and shape starlight. Sounds poetic, but don’t be fooled. The smiths of the Kalguur turned these runes toward killing work long ago, as soon as we discovered we could compel arrows to find their mark and blades to bite deeper.
Ranger
I’ve never seen runes with such power. Can they really do all that?
Huntress
The Spirit has never spoken to us of such things. These runes, do they really do all that?
Monk
Some of our teachings mention such runes, but they suggest avoiding them. Do runes really hold power of that sort?
Witch
I’m always interested in learning a new thing or two. Can runes really do that?
Sorceress
I hang on these words. Remarkable. And you, Lord Dannig, can do this? I am in awe. Tell me, can runes truly accomplish such things?
Warrior
The Ezomytes also smith runes, but not with such power. Can your runes truly do all that?
Mercenary
Well that sounds downright useful. Can runes really do all that?
Druid
That’s no small claim. Can runes truly do all that?
Dannig
All that, and more. The greatest smiths became known as artificers, and produced work of singular genius. I’m not quite there yet, but it’s only a matter of time and determination.
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Dannig on The Triskelion Flame
Dannig on The Triskelion Flame
Dannig
The most powerful artefact in our known tales was brought to this continent by the first expedition thousands of years ago. The songs tell of it incinerating evil, purifying tainted fields, and warding off those of ill intent.
Ranger
That sounds like our fable of the Runic Triquetra. If it was actually real, it would make a tremendous difference.
Huntress
Our stories mention your people havin’ that. It’d be a powerful weapon in this fight.
Monk
This would be a fortuitous time for such an artefact to resurface.
Witch
I’m intrigued. That thing sounds rather useful for our current situation.
Sorceress
I can incinerate evil myself, but purification… Wraeclast could use that.
Warrior
If Ogham had possessed something like that… well, we still need it, even now.
Mercenary
Sounds like a fae tale, but I’ll take anything, considering what we’re up against.
Druid
If it truly purifies… then it belongs in these blighted lands.
Dannig
My thoughts exactly. I still intend to get out there - I just get bogged down by the work of running Kingsmarch…
Ranger
Life is too short to live it passively.
Huntress
Aye, you’re an Elder now… no offense.
Monk
All paths have detours. You should get back on the trail.
Witch
Let the weaklings {administrate.} Stop wasting time.
Sorceress
The burden of leadership usually falls on the unwilling. It is a sign of your virtue. I admire you for this.
Warrior
Trust me. The hour is always later than you think.
Mercenary
If there’s one thing that grinds a man down more than anything else, it’s paperwork.
Druid
Life at a desk’s no life at all. Best ye get back out there.
Dannig
One day, there will be a glorious return! One day, we Grand Four will finish our quest, and perhaps do a little saving of this fair Wraeclast. Yes. One day. Soon.
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Dannig on Spike Forging
Dannig on Spike Forging
Dannig
Freya Hartlin’s still around, and trapped on Journey’s End? How strange… I believe I know the runes that could break that seal.
Ranger
Forge them and I’ll return with Freya.
Huntress
Hop to it, will ya? She’s not gettin’ any younger.
Monk
Time is of the essence, smith.
Witch
I think… something’s quite off with her.
Sorceress
I must hurry. I trust you, Lord Dannig. I beg you, do your best work for me.
Warrior
Strange things are all I see of late.
Mercenary
C’mon then. Lady’s waitin’.
Druid
Best get to it, then. Afore the fog claims her for good.
Dannig
Wraeclast has always been full of surprises. So be it. I’ll forge those spikes with haste.
Dannig
There we go. That should do it. Be careful out there.
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Dannig on Realmgate
Dannig on Realmgate
Dannig
You’ve collected enough Runic Splinters for me to track the Triskelion Flame’s unique signature! I’ve mapped it out. Use these in the Realmgate to open the path. If I was twenty years younger, I’d go with you, but too many people rely on me now. It’s up to you, then. Gird yourself, hero. You’re about to make history!
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Dannig on Runic Splinters
Dannig on Runic Splinters
Dannig
You’ve found a Runic Splinter, eh? Let me take a look. Ah, yes! This is a sliver of the Triskelion Flame itself! Our first proof it truly is on Wraeclast!
Ranger
The Runic Triquetra actually exists…
Huntress
Glad I picked it up, then.
Monk
Intriguing. What of the rest of it?
Witch
A piece of it, anyway.
Sorceress
History is alive in our very hands! What a journey we share.
Warrior
This is good news.
Mercenary
You… you weren’t sure it was on Wraeclast?
Druid
So the tales weren’t just tales.
Dannig
It’s not {great} that a piece came off, but it’s tiny, and the artefact itself was quite large. Nothing I can’t repair. If you find enough of these, I could use their runic signature to determine the location of the Flame. These might lead us straight there!
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Dannig on Olroth
Dannig on Olroth
Dannig
You actually defeated Olroth, the legend himself, in a one-on-one battle! This will make for an epic saga!
Ranger
Yes. But for some reason, the Flame collapsed at the end.
Huntress
I didn’t manage to save the Flame. It were destroyed.
Monk
The Flame exerted its last for Olroth. It is no more.
Witch
I’m just simply too powerful. The Flame didn’t survive. Too bad really.
Sorceress
A grand tale indeed… but I am sorry, the Flame was destroyed in the battle.
Warrior
Yes… it might… but I have to tell you… the Flame disintegrated.
Mercenary
Uh, so the mission didn’t exactly go as planned. the Flame… it got all… buggered up.
Druid
Afraid yer saga didnae end the way you wanted. The Flame was destroyed.
Dannig
The Triskelion Flame… was destroyed? I need time to fully comprehend this. In any case, the quest is done. At least we finally know the truth of our own history. Great work, hero.
Sorceress
Perhaps when all is said and done, there will be time to make a tale of our own, Lord Dannig.
Dannig
I will be waiting.
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Dannig on Perseverance
Dannig on Perseverance
Dannig
So, Olroth indeed has the Triskelion Flame! There’s no shame in being defeated by him, of course. He is {the} great hero from history. Let’s find more Runic Splinters and try again.
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Dannig on Triskelion Flame
Dannig on Triskelion Flame
Dannig
We meet again! Your exploits inspired us to come out of retirement, so to speak. The Grand Four are once again searching for the Triskelion Flame! Wraeclast could sorely use its power in this time of darkness and despair…
Ranger
I’ll help, if I can.
Huntress
Aye. I’m glad.
Monk
I suspected this would happen. I am pleased for you.
Witch
Well that’s… good, actually.
Sorceress
You Kalguurans are so joyful. It is… replenishing. But yes, now our amazing tale begins!
Warrior
It’s about time you got back out there.
Mercenary
Good on ya.
Druid
About time ye took up the hunt again.
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