Stage requirements:

Completed the quest "Meeting at Dawn"

Dialogs:

NPC:/dialogue @PC_NAME(0), I asked Alana and Hector to join us, so we can learn more about the Crimson Army and why they are attacking the gate.

NPC:/dialogue Well, the Arden Guards have a few theories, but we aren't certain yet, what exactly the reason is behind all this.

NPC:/dialogue Well, don't leave us hanging Hector. Tell us what you know, or what you've heard so far.

NPC:One of the more popular theories, I've already shared with you, @PC_NAME(0). We received reports from the Crimson Watch, about some large Dimensional Clock in the Hiram Mountains, that supposedly was destroyed.

NPC:/dialogue I believe it was a member of the Hiram that did the deed. Some legendary hero crossed the plans of the Abyssal Legion.

NPC:I'm not sure if the two of you have heard of the Abyssal Legion before? I believe they are somehow tied to... the... uuuh...

NPC:/dialogue ... Kyrios. They are tied to Kyrios and they tried to bring the God of Destruction back into the world of the living, with that clock that got destroyed.

NPC:Yes, that's what I was about to say... the God of Destruction, Kyrios. I'm a bit fuzzy on the details, but anyway. Since Kyrios' plan to escape his prison through the Hiram Mountains was ruined, he turned his focus on our gate.

NPC:/dialogue Our theory, or at least the theory Hector and I believe, is that he is testing our defenses with his Crimson Army. We think he wants to return to the world through the Heart of White Arden.

NPC:/dialogue One thing we noticed and is certain though, is that they are affected by what we call dawn. Dawn in the Hereafter doesn't just bring light, but also a layer of fog, if you will, that highly reduces their visibility.

NPC:It's become the only reliable thing in our fight against the Crimson Army so far. When dawn breaks, the enemy scatters and doesn't return until the next evening, when the fog vanishes again.

NPC:/dialogue So this is why they retreat at dawn? Is it the light or the fog that they fear?

NPC:We're not sure. Perhaps it's the light, perhaps it's the fog... perhaps both? Either way, as soon as the light and the fog disappear, the Crimson Army will be back again.

NPC:/dialogue I know you and your companions have your own reasons for visiting the Hereafter, but you intend to continue helping us, right?

NPC:/dialogue Under your leadership, @PC_NAME(0), Marian and her companions have done wonderful work and like I said earlier, I'd be glad to reward you for your continued support. A mail owl should have delivered your payment for the last fight by now.

NPC:/no You have my sword, Alana, but I can't speak for my companions before I consult with them. I believe that, as long as we're allowed passage, so we can search for the people we seek, they'll be interested in helping you though.

NPC:/dialogue Of course, Marian. Please consult with your companions and see if they'll return to help us. They can pass through our gates as they please as reward.

NPC:/scratch Will do. Commander @PC_NAME(0), I can count on you to lead us again, right? Let's meet with our friends back at the Golden Fable Harbor.

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Stage summary:

Talk to Marian Noryette and her companions at the Golden Fable Harbor in Sanddeep.

Dialogs:

NPC:/dialogue Ah there you are. I just told everyone of our conversation with Alana and Hector.

NPC:/dialogue Indeed, and this whole situation sounds a lot more serious than we thought. We all just hoped to find a way to visit some loved ones that crossed over to the Hereafter.

NPC:Yes, but with what we saw out there and the rumors we heard, we can't just sit back and let the Arden Guards handle it all by themselves.

NPC:/no Yes, I agree. We need to fight these baddies, so White Arden is safe again. I'm going to put as many arrows in them as I can!

NPC:/dialogue If we really want to make a difference, I think we should also try to come up with some sort of plan. Killing an undead army over and over won't fix the problem.

NPC:/point Hmmmm, yeah probably. But who knows that kinda stuff?

NPC:/dialogue If I may suggest... perhaps an old friend, turned enemy of Kyrios might know something helpful.

NPC:Who do you have in mind, Belion? Kyrios killed his best friend Tahyang and his former mentor's assistant Aranzeb. I know Aranzeb is who you seek in the Hereafter too, but how do we even talk to him?

NPC:/dialogue Are you only suggesting this, so we expedite your search, or do you really think this is a good course of action right now?

NPC:You know, the more I think about it, the less I believe...

NPC:/scratch Oh silly you, he can't possibly mean Aranzeb. Him and Kyrios weren't even really friends. I heard they both loved the same girl. How can you be friends with someone like that? He's talking about Lucius of course!

NPC:Lucius? Well yes, that makes perfect sense! I apologize dear Belion, I'm still quite tired from our fight and my mind started playing tricks on me.

NPC:/dialogue @PC_NAME(0), you have spoken to Lucius on several occasions already, haven't you? Would you mind accompanying me to Ynys Isle to meet with him?

NPC:I have a feeling with you by my side, I have better chances at an audience with him.

NPC:/surprise Don't get eaten by the sharks out in the water, ok? I can't stand water!

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Stage summary:

Meet Lucius Quinto on Ynys Isle southwest of the Arcadian Sea.

Dialogs:

NPC:/waving It's good to see you again, @PC_NAME(0).

NPC:/suffer Lucius, we have come to seek your guidance. Something horrible is happening in White Arden.

NPC:/dumbfounded You are here to find answers about the Hereafter Rebellion, isn't that so?

NPC:/sigh Yes, the Hereafter Rebellion is why we are here. We helped the Arden Guards fight the Crimson Army, but are left with so many questions.

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