Path to Becoming a Lord - Oren

My lord, might I suggest that you rally to your cause those residents of Oren who are proud of their land and eager for its return to glory? They know we need a strong and wise lord to lead us.

• "Do you think I can be that leader?"

I am sure you can do it, my lord. But you did seize this territory by force... To become the true lord of this territory, there is something you should do.

• "What is it?"

Congratulations on your ascension to the lordship! I trust you will rule this territory wisely and well, my lord.

An effective lord's rule depends not on force, but on the loyalty of his subjects. If you are to solidify your position, you must gain the support of the various local forces in the territory. I will investigate and inform you whom you should meet. Please wait, my lord, and I will return shortly.

I am still investigating, my lord. I will give you my report shortly.

The most powerful person in the territory is the one who controls the flow of materials. In Oren, that person is Warehouse Chief Croop, who is also an Iron Gate Guild member. I suggest you meet him and win his support.

The most powerful person in the territory is the one who controls the flow of materials. In Oren, that person is Warehouse Chief Croop, who is also an Iron Gate Guild member. I suggest you meet him and win his support.

Did you speak with Warehouse Chief Croop? Seek him out and win his support.

You must apply yourself to the task at hand, my lord. I will await you here.

Congratulations, my lord! The Wizards of the Ivory Tower and all the subjects of Oren territory, including Croop, now support you. All obstacles have been removed. I will spread the word that your coronation will occur as soon as possible.

• "I leave it to you."

I believe you should temporarily delay your plans to become lord. There are more immediate concerns you must attend to.

(The quest cannot be completed during a territory war or castle siege.)

This territory must be stable before you can become lord. I urge you to conclude alliances with nearby fortresses.

(You cannot become lord when a fortress is in an independent status.)

Understood, my lord!

I look forward to your wise and benevolent reign.

Aye? Can I help you? The Iron Gate Guild can get you anything--as long as it exists, of course--I'll nae go scampering after fairy dust.

You don't look like much of a trader though... what brings you here?

• "I want to become a lord, and need your help."

Ach! All the lads and lasses who fancy becoming lord of Oren come and see me!

But tell me now... why should I support you over the others? Tell me... how will the Iron Gate Guild benefit from your rule?

• "Well... I've heard you have a problem that needs resolving."

It's as if you already knew what happened to me. All right.

I wonder if you can help us.

We sent a Nebulite Orb to the Ivory Tower a while ago. Nebulite Orbs are important, and we were supposed receive word of their arrival. Alas, we have yet to hear anything! It's taking TOO long to confirm their arrival! Could you confirm for us? You don't have to personally go, but can you send, a follower to Warehouse Freightman Marty in the 1st basement of the Ivory Towerand confirm?

Your follower's not yet returned? That's nae good....

I heard from Marty, he said that your lad will be back after meeting w' Grand Magister Valleria to confirm the details. When your boy returns, we'll talk, aye?

So, did ye find the whereabouts of the Nebulite?

• "Well..."

Aye? Then I've a wee favor to ask of ye!

Bring back the Nebulite Orb stolen by the Ol Mahum and ye'll have my support in your bid to become lord of Oren. Of course, the Wizards of the Ivory Tower won't object, either.

It seems we lost 300 Nebulite Orbs. You find them, and we'll be penning our names together afore ye can say "Ach that's a mighty fine beard there mister Croop!"

You sold the Nebulite Orb I gave you? Are you thick?! Here's a replacement, sell it and I'll string you up and have guards use ye for target practice! Get out of here!

Did ye think this job'd be easy? You must recover all the Nebulite Orbs from the Ol Mahum! But don't think about the task now... think of the reward! Aye... the prize! Lordship!

You've recovered all the Nebulite Orbs stolen by the Ol Mahum?

• "I think so."

Well, look at that! I'll send these off to the Ivory Tower right away!

Thank ye, friend; you saved my reputation, and I've nae problem putting my weight behind your bid for Lordship! If anybody tries to interfere, just let me know and I'll take care of them for ye.... G'luck!

Thank ye, friend; you saved my reputation, and I've nae problem putting my weight behind your bid for Lordship! If anybody tries to interfere, just let me know and I'll take care of them for ye.... G'luck!

How can I help you? Would you like to make a deposit?

• "Croop asked me to check on the arrival of a Nebulite Orb."

Nebulite Orb? When was it sent?

Hmm... There's something happening near the Ivory Tower -- I think it may be related to that Orb. I don't know anything more, but you might want to speak to Grand Magister Valleria. In the meantime, I'll contact Croop.

I don't think there's anything more I can do. Go see Grand Magister Valleria.

Welcome! How may I help you?

• Explain why you came.

Hmm... .

This could be a serious problem. Ol Mahum have recently been observed near the Ivory Tower. It can't be a coincidence that they appeared at the same time the Nebulite Orb was being transported. They must have stolen it. Nothing else can explain this.

Yes, it seems the Ol Mahum stole the Nebulite Orb. Nothing else can explain our situation.