Saga Of The Sword Muse (72)

So you're the Great Swordsinger I've heard about.%% You've comforted many a soldier with your songs of the glory of Eva.%% Some say they embody the wisdom of Eva, as the songs of a Swordsinger are taught by the goddess. Would you like to hear the story? [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 0-1|"Yes!"]

You must continue your training. (Class transfer is allowed only for characters of level 76 or above. Do not abandon quest before class transfer is complete!)

You must be well qualified to understand the way. I don't think you should do this. I don't think you can talk to him. I don't even want to think about him anymore. (This quest may only be undertaken by characters of level 76 or above.)

Don't mind his grotesque beard and ugly smile,* Blacksmith Feynn of Goddard Castle Town* knows of the source of Eva's songs.%% Take this book, it tells of the fall of a Swordsinger.

*Blacksmith Feynn of Goddard Castle Town* knows of the source of Eva's songs. Find him.

Goddess Eva's songs and poems gave us intelligence, knowledge and magical power.%% It belonged only to the Elves. The traditional swordsong may be a far cry from its origins after mingling with the Humans, but it is still our tradition.%% The story tells of a tablet that contains the power of the original song. You'...

I dreamed of your return. Do you understand Eva's will?%% The one who sings her true song is called Eva's Sword Muse. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 0-2|"What should I do now?"]

You should know better than I.%% I only need to give you the title you are due, one who sings Eva's swordsong...

You should know better than I.%% Your soul may be ready, but your body is lacking. (Class transfer is allowed only for characters of level 76 or above. Do not abandon quest before class transfer is complete!)

Henceforth, you shall be known as a Sword Muse!

What can I help you with? What? Bitter Cold Beer? I've been getting a lot of requests for legendary dishes lately! Such is the plight of a great chef!%% Quality is always in demand! Listen!%% You'll need to bring me the ingredients on your own. Understand? [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 1-3|"Yes, I understand."]

You haven't found the ingredients yet? Before this oil burns, you need to bring me a fat white fish and an ice crystal!%% Ask Chef Jeremy regarding the ice crystal. You'll have to find the fish on your own. Hurry!

Oh, you brought the ice crystal and the fish!%% Great! Then, I'll make Bitter Cold Beer. According to legend, the original Bitter Cold Beer had a slightly fishy aroma. To get that, you need to roast this fish and capture the smell of it in the ice... In other words, cut up the fish and roast only its fins and bones....

Why are you still here? I've done everything I could do!%% I just want to have my food enjoyed by as many people as possible, to give them joy in their lives!%% Now, take the beer to the Dwarf!

Now, I'll tell you what I'll need. Most important is the legendary* ice crystal*!* Chef Jeremy* will know where to get one. Knowing Jeremy, he'll want something in return.%% You'll also need to bring a* fat, white fish.* I simply can't make Bitter Cold Beer without it! Bring these things to me. I'll get the fire rea...

Great! Now put the ice crystals into the beer and let the aroma of the fish just...%% And here we go! Bitter Cold Beer! As a bonus, I'll fry up the left-over fish for you to have with your beer. Beer and fried fish are excellent together!%% I don't know why you're doing this, but I hope the Dwarf enjoys it! It's jus...

As you approach the tablet, you sense a presence. Will you be able to overcome the temptation...?%% Hey, where did she go?%% A stage opens to thunderous applause, but you are the only audience...%% .....There is a tablet in front of you. Was that an illusion? A voice seems to float by on the breeze. [Quest _072_Saga...

A vision appears of the devil you saw before... But who is that lady fighting him now?

The tablet is quiet.%% Talk with Moon Voice Irene.

You feel a presence as you approach the tablet.%% There's a disturbance going on somewhere. Best not to get involved. It's too early to start fighting.

The Stone of Commune emits light as you approach the tablet. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 10-2|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

Vast amounts of knowledge rush into your mind. You hear the sound of distant laughter.%% A voice whispers, "Another Hero is born."%% The lady in blue disagrees, but he doesn't need his mother's protection anymore.%% Song is the key. A song is complete only when there is a singer and a listener.%% The singer lives to...

You can't commune with this tablet. Meet Master Raien of Aden Castle Town and finish the pilgrimage.

The Stone of Commune, eh? I'll bet you're looking for the tablet too, aren't you?%% Ah yes, the song of the Swordsinger... Surely you've heard the story of the legendary singer who followed the same path!? What was his name? Biel or something...?%% What? You fought him?%% So the stories were true! The merciful heart...

To get the stone you must fight the *Archon of Halisha* in the Four Sepulchers or at the Shrine of the Loyal.

Eva would be quite displeased!%% My only function is to guide pilgrims on their way.%% You've already been on this path for a while, and seen several tablets. You are truly a pilgrim.%% This stone will prove your victory over the Archon of Halisha and his minions. Find them in the Four Sepulchers or in the Shrine of...

Ha ha! So you're here for the teachings of Eva, eh? Hmm... OK, but it won't come cheap! Get it? What's in it for me?%% No, I don't want your money or gemstones... Nothing like that! I've got all of that kind of stuff I need, thanks...%% What can you offer the man who has everything? [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 2-...

What good is a song without a beer?%% Bring me a Bitter Cold Beer from Chef Jonas in Goddard Castle Town...%% That would even make the squealing of a pig sound like a beautiful aria!

Huh?%% Is that a beer?! Amazing! You really brought it! I thought you were just a weakling entertainer!%% I'm impressed! I guess if I live long enough, I'll see everything! You even brought snacks! You really take care of your customers, don't you?%% You passed the beer test with flying colors, but now comes the har...

Huh? Have you forgotten where the stone tablet is already? I told you, it's in the southern part of the Tower of Insolence. Got it?%% Do you have the Stone of Commune? Don't drop it on the way there!%% You have a long journey ahead. Be careful!

You're really going to sing? This should be hilarious!%% Honestly, sometimes I just don't get you Elves! We Dwarves never listen to music sober! It's like eating pancakes without syrup!%% Have you ever tasted beer? From the moment it hits your tongue, a cold tingle shoots through you like an electric current... stra...

Wait, let me take a drink first!... Gulp...Gulp...Gulp%% ......%% ....%% ...%% .%% Oh yeah, great song, buddy!%% You passed the test! You know, a while back, a lady wearing a blue dress appeared to me in a dream!%% She said that soon I'd be visited by a singer seeking a test. She told me I should do it.%% Do you kno...

What? The Stone of Commune?%% Uh... As a matter of fact, yes, I have it! But I can't give it to you!%% Let me explain... For as long as I can remember, I've had but one dream! It was the same every night, but forgotten soon after waking. But recently, I remembered it!%% I dream of being able to communicate with all...

Helping the Ketra Orcs, eh? That's fine. They're currently at war with the Varka Silenos over a piece of land.%% Honestly, my friend, I don't have a dog in that fight! So do me a favor...%% If you change your mind, you can go over to the other side. But eventually you should bring me the* Divine Stone of Wisdom* first.

Helping the Varka Silenos, eh? That's fine. They're currently at war with the Ketra Orcs over a piece of land.%% Honestly, my friend, I don't have a dog in that fight! So do me a favor...%% If you change your mind, you can go over to the other side. But eventually you should bring me the* Divine Stone of Wisdom* first.

Did you bring me the Divine Stone of Wisdom? That stone is proof of friendship. I won't give you this Stone of Commune until you bring me that stone!%% By the way, don't mention my name to anybody! I've got to live with these people after this is over!

You've brought the Divine Stone of Wisdom, right?%% All right. Now, I'll give you the Stone of Commune.%% Actually, I'm hoping to get two stones of sacred wisdom! One from the Varka Silenos and one from the Ketra Orcs... If I had two stones, I could meet with the chiefs of both tribes!%% If I could just get them tal...

The stone tablet that's linked with the Stone of Commune is located in the northern part of the Varka Silenos Barracks.%% You must find that stone tablet!

Ah, yes, the* Divine Stone of Wisdom*. It's owned by the Ketra Orcs and the Varka Silenos.%% It holds a secret... the ability to communicate between tribes! Not only that, the fact that you have it is proof of your close friendship with them!%% Although it's more than I can logically hope for, ultimately, it's my ho...

Although it's certainly not my problem, I suppose I should let you in on where the Stone of Commune will take you! The Stone of Commune is linked with the stone tablet on the north of the Varka Silenos Barracks.%% You must find that stone tablet! Meanwhile, I'll study the Divine Stone of Wisdom and try to find what...

Songs should be used for healing, not for seduction. Be careful how you use them!

You're a great singer!%% Take this Stone of Commune to complete your pilgrimage. I must recover from that attack.%% Hold onto your good heart and always embrace others with Eva's melody. Do not surrender to seduction! [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 4-3|"I'll take it."]

You're a great singer!%% Take this Stone of Commune to complete your pilgrimage. I must recover from that attack.%% Hold onto your good heart and always embrace others with Eva's melody. Do not surrender to seduction!

Now's not a good time!%% This is dangerous, get back!

He got away!

I'm glad you're here.%% Together we will surely win.%% A trick of the dark arts forces people to listen and applaud. This is not the song of Eva!

This is not a good time to chat!

It's gone!%% That creature is trying to corrupt swordsingers.%% A singer doesn't just sing by herself, that would make you lonely! A singer exists for the audience, to make them happy and comfort them when they are sad. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 4-1|"I agree."]

It's gone!%% That creature is trying to corrupt swordsingers.%% A singer doesn't just sing by herself, that would make you lonely! A singer exists for the audience, to make them happy and comfort them when they are sad. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 4-2|"I agree."]

Sorry, I'm busy now. Go to the stone tablet!

Why haven't you communed with the stone tablet yet?

The Stone of Commune starts emitting light as soon as you near the Tablet of Vision. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 5-1|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

Countless thoughts beyond comprehension sear painfully into your brain. A female voice seems to float on by as if the wind were singing...%% You sense that the next Stone of Commune is being held by warriors beside the western wall in the Valley of the Saints.

Further communion with this tablet is futile. The next Stone of Commune is being held by the Guardians of Forbidden Knowledge in the Valley of the Saints. Kill the guardians and take the stone!

Hieroglyphics are engraved on the tablet. The Stone of Commune for this tablet is being held by one of the Guardians of Forbidden Knowledge.

The Stone of Commune starts emitting light as soon as you near the Tablet of Vision. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 6-1|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

Countless thoughts beyond comprehension sear painfully into your brain. You hear the faint whisper of a woman's voice.%% You see a vision of a male Elf, singing to thunderous applause!%% You once read about him in a book called* "Critique of Biel's Song"*.%% Could he have the next Stone of Commune?%% He's waiting at...

I have nothing to do with this Tablet%% Maybe, I will meet Biel, the cursed songster at the next Tablet.%% The next Tablet of Vision is in the northeast of the Ketra Orc Outpost. Prepare yourself and make haste.

As you near the Tablet of Vision, you sense a presence. Her desire for love from everyone left her completely alone!%% I read a critique once of the Song of Biel. Can I harmonize with her? [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 7-1|"I'll just give it a try!"]

Applause in an empty theater and a stage set for only one... She is truly in a world of her own!%% Eva herself must have sent me here!

It is not time to examine the Tablet of Vision. You're the only audience! You may have to pay attention to her song, otherwise...

You sense a disturbance near the tablet.%% The time hasn't yet come for you to prove yourself.

The Stone of Commune starts emitting light as soon as you near the Tablet of Vision. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 7-2|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

Thoughts beyond understanding are seared into your brain. You hear the faint whisper of a woman's voice.%% A vision appears of a man who believes that the thing everyone gave up on is possible.%% He hopes that one day everyone will understand each other! He's the Beast Herder Tunatun in the north of Rune Castle Town.

You do not need this tablet anymore. Get the next Stone of Commune from Beast Herder Tunatun.

The Stone of Commune starts emitting light as you approach the Tablet of Vision. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 8-1|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

Countless thoughts beyond comprehension sear painfully into your brain. I think I saw a man in black armor somewhere...%% I begin to visualize an image of the ElvenTetrarch and he's holding the Stone of Commune. He seems to be agonizing over something...%% Find the Priest Cerenas, Elven Tetrarch in Goddard Castle Town.

Fiddling with this tablet further is futile.%% Find the Priest Cerenas, Elven Tetrarch in Goddard Castle Town.

The tablet is still and dark.%% The Stone of Commune that can access this tablet can be found at the Wall of Argos or the Imperial Tomb.

The Stone of Commune starts emitting light as you approach the Tablet of Vision. [Quest _072_SagaOfTheSwordMuse 9-1|Commune with the Tablet of Vision.]

A sharp blast of knowlege courses through your cranium! A vision appears of a black knight!%% And there's the demon who tempted Biel!%% It is a sweet but dangerous poison..!%% Why is he following that Elf? And what of the voice of the moon?%% She's headed to the sixth Tablet of Vision, south of Hunters Village, unaw...

Further communion with this tablet would be futile. The next Stone of Commune is near the Tablet of Vision that can be found south of Hunters Village.%% I remember the sweet whisper of temptation from the demon. A song with irresistible magic and no audience to listen to it.%% Find the next tablet now.