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Quest · #41092
The Elusive Zafan
Level 60
Requires 59
Recover the Cipher Rune from the Imp Zafan in Felwood. Cipher Rune Description There is only one type of demon that is agile enough to scale the mountain and stealthy enough to hide from patrols, and that's an Imp.This imp goes by the name of Zafan, the one who holds their cipher. This elusive creature has escaped my grasp on many occasions. Perhaps you have the wits about you to find this creature here in Felwood.I have often seen this imp near the waterfalls of Felwood. I would check there fir
Quest · #41575
The Embrace Of Good Taste
Level 60
Requires 60
Bring Pietro Paraveno the needed supplies, he awaits in the Tower of Karazhan. Overcharged Ley EnergyBolt of Runecloth (12)Nexus Crystal (6) Description Oh my, good gracious! Is this how you want to go see the Guardian? Bold, I must say, but perhaps a tad too bold. I cannot for the love of all that encompasses fashion allow you to ascend the tower in those rags. Harsh as it may sound, it is the truth!Just looking at that chestpiece you’re wearing gives me the creeps and shivers. Whoever designed
Quest · #7506
The Emerald Dream...
Level 60
Requires 54
Return the book to its rightful owners. The Emerald Dream Description The tome carries the mark of the Athenaeum. Reward You will receive: Royal Seal of Eldre'Thalas Progress You have recovered a tome! Completion Excellent work, . Should you find any more tomes, do not hesitate to return them to us.As time passes, we tend to change around and even add new rewards for the return of missing tomes. Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 7050 Experience 500 Reputation with Shen'dralar
Quest · #2438
The Emerald Dreamcatcher
Level 6
Requires 1
Bring the Emerald Dreamcatcher to Tallonkai Swiftroot in Dolanaar. Emerald Dreamcatcher Description I was once given an emerald dreamcatcher from Gaerolas Talvethen, the warden of the druids in the Ban'ethil Barrow Den. This powerful amulet is able to siphon energy from the Emerald Dream, bestowing luck upon those who carry it.Sadly, I have not been able to retrieve it from my dresser in Starbreeze Village... Although Starbreeze was once a tranquil place, it has now succumbed to the corruption o
Quest · #937
The Enchanted Glade
Level 11
Requires 6
Acquire 6 Bloodfeather Belts and bring them to Sentinel Arynia Cloudsbreak in the Oracle Glade. Bloodfeather Belt (6) Description I was dispatched with a small group of Sentinels here to protect the Oracle Tree from the harpies that have made nests all around the glade. Little by little we are trying to push them back.When the Oracle Tree attempted to send a runner to Darnassus with a report, the messenger was attacked and killed by a group of the harpies.If you feel up to the task, go to their
Quest · #41357
The Enemy Lays
Level 62
Requires 60
Bring the Core of Arc'Tiras back to Al'Dorel Core of Arc'Tiras Description Have a look friend. These pristine scales once shined embraced by an Azure tone. Yet now, in their lifeless form they further resembles a raw piece of lapis instead. I harbor no ill intent towards you, fret not. I simply regret Incantagos met his demise. Were I any faster, perhaps he would lived.Regardless, it seems we are yet to be closer to the truth. I was afraid of this. With Incantagos gone, the magic of these scales
Quest · #440
The Engraved Ring
Level 16
Requires 10
Bring Deliah's Ring to Magistrate Sevren in Brill. Deliah's Ring Description If you want to find the husband or beloved who gave Deliah her ring... then speak with Magistrate Sevren in Brill. He should have records of recent deaths and, with luck, can discover who Deliah is.But I wouldn't hope. Whoever gave her the ring is probably dead. Or if he's undead he probably no longer cares about Deliah. Progress Hello, . What brings you back to Brill? Completion A Deliah did live in Brill not long ago.
Quest · #551
The Ensorcelled Parchment
Level 40
Requires 30
Take the Ensorcelled Parchment to Loremaster Dibbs in Southshore. Ensorcelled Parchment Description This parchment is enchanted with a spell, rendering it indecipherable. But one word at the top of the paper can be read: Nagaz Progress Oh. You have something you'd like me to look at? Some scrap of lore gathered from up in the mountains, I hope... Completion More encrypted notes?I wish I had the talents to decrypt all the strange bits of writing that trickle down from Alterac. But I'm afraid I la
Quest · #114
The Escape
Level 7
Requires 5
Take the Invisibility Liquor to Maybell Maclure. Invisibility Liquor Description Take this invisibility liquor to young Maybell. It should last long enough for her to visit Tommy Joe. Reward You will receive: Minor Healing Potion Progress Did you deliver my letter to Tommy Joe? What did he say?? Completion Oh...my! I feel guilty deceiving my family, but my feelings for Tommy Joe are too strong to ignore.Thank you, . I'll drink this liquor as soon as I have the chance and sneak away to my love.An
Quest · #863
The Escape
Level 18
Requires 13
Protect Wizzlecrank and the stolen goblin shredder on the way to Sputtervalve in Ratchet. Description I suppose I'll learn as we go... Couldn't be too hard. Just some buttons here, and a lever or two... Well, are you ready to go? Reward You can choose one of these awards: Flaring Baton Greasy Tinker's Pants Progress Can I help you? Completion Hopefully we'll be able to get something of value from the wrecked shredder prototype... my time's running out! I'll dispatch a salvage team to Wizzlecrank
Quest · #6563
The Essence of Aku'Mai
Level 22
Requires 17
Bring 20 Sapphires of Aku'Mai to Je'neu Sancrea in Ashenvale. Sapphire of Aku'Mai (20) Description Within the beginning tunnels of Blackfathom Deeps, large sapphire clusters can be found along the cave walls. Recently it was noted that the naga were harvesting the crystals. Until it can be discerned why, I sense we should stop the naga from succeeding. The crystals have great elemental power and if used inappropriately, could make for a powerful arcane component.Will you help me, ? Blackfathom D
Quest · #3373
The Essence of Eranikus
Level 55
Requires 48
Place the Essence of Eranikus in the Essence Font located in this lair in the Sunken Temple. Essence of Eranikus Description As you touch the gem, a deep voice resonates in your mind."Mortal, heed this plea. I am Eranikus of the Green Dragonflight, keeper of this accursed temple. My charge to ensure that the trolls never again bring forth their abomination of a god has for now ended in failure. As I imbue this gem with part of my essence, I sense my grip on the Dream twisting into chaos. Please
Quest · #3374
The Essence of Eranikus
Level 55
Requires 48
Bring the Oathstone of Ysera's Dragonflight and the Chained Essence of Eranikus to Itharius in the Swamp of Sorrows. It is there that you will make your choice to aid Ysera's Dragonflight or not. Oathstone of Ysera's DragonflightChained Essence of Eranikus Description You engage the Oathstone, and Itharius speaks directly to your mind through the stone."By accepting the charge placed in this Oathstone, you agree to aid my cause and the cause of Ysera's Dragonflight in redeeming the corrupted sou
Quest · #41397
The Eternal Sleeper
Level 60
Requires 60
Locate the remains of the green dragon Vithekus, commune with him and return to Keeper Remulos in Moonglade. Viridian IncenseFlickering Emerald Stone Description With the gift of Dreamsight, an ancient ability of the green dragons, you may be able to see through the Dream's curtain and commune with grandfather directly. Among the Green Dragonflight was once a kind paragon, Vithekus, who was particularly fond of the mortal races. Known as the Eternal Sleeper, he entered an endless meditation and
Quest · #55014
The Ethereal Project
Level 49
Requires 45
Head Southwest and gather 8 Intense Ethereal Essences from Highborne Apparitions and Highborne Lichlings. Intense Ethereal Essence (8) Description Me and Frix had spent quite a bit of our time researching power sources out here in Azshara. and there is some stuff that seemed to pose quite lucrative ventures.To the south-west is more ruins, haunted and seemingly guarded by the passed ghosts of Highborne.I believe these spirits could very well be used as a source of power. You see, their essence i
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Quest · #41649
The Everlook Broadcast Hijacking
Level 50
Requires 48
Listen to Zappo Zapblast's recording. The recording box stands next to him in Everlook. Listened to the broadcast recording Description If there is one thing Zappo Zapblast can't stand, it's grouches going out of their way to ruin the fun for others. During yesterday's broadcast, my team and I lost the connection to our tower, only to hear a mysterious message sent through our output channel seconds after! The cheeky fella stole the spotlight during my advertisements and started slandering us mo
Quest · #6028
The Everlook Report
Level 52
Requires 50
Deliver the Everlook Report to Argent Officer Pureheart at Chillwind Camp, Western Plaguelands. Everlook Report Description I am looking for a responsible individual to aid me in a small but nonetheless important matter. I'm here as a representative of the Argent Dawn's interests to the local governance of Everlook. I need to get a progress report to Argent Officer Pureheart at Chillwind Camp; it's a ways from here, located along the southern fringe of the Western Plaguelands.If I may be so bold
Quest · #6029
The Everlook Report
Level 52
Requires 50
Deliver the Everlook Report to Argent Officer Garush at the Bulwark, Western Plaguelands. Everlook Report Description I'm looking for a responsible individual to aid me in a small but nonetheless important matter. I'm here as a representative of the Argent Dawn's interests to the local governance of Everlook. I need to get a progress report to Argent Officer Garush at the Bulwark; it's a ways from here, located along the western fringe of the Western Plaguelands, east of Tirisfal Glades.If I may
Quest · #89
The Everstill Bridge
Level 20
Requires 15
Bring 5 Iron Pikes and 5 Iron Rivets to Foreman Oslow in Lakeshire. Iron Pike (5)Iron Rivet (5) Description During the last orc invasion we were forced to smelt our iron down to make bullets, swords and armor. We sent word to Stormwind for a new shipment of materials but a band of Redridge gnolls hijacked the caravan and ran off into the hills behind Lakeshire.Now we're coming up short on supplies to get this bridge rebuilt. If you can bring me 5 iron pikes and 5 iron rivets, , I'll make sure yo
Quest · #40162
The Evil Deeptide
Level 52
Requires 45
Collect 6 Lovely Shell Necklaces for Smallgill in Gillijim's Island. Lovely Shell Necklace (6) Description Hello! My name is Smallgill. I was once among the murlocs, up until we came here, and they allied with the slithery naga! They go by the name Deeptide now, and attack any who come near. They even stole my necklaces!Those were mine, that I made, and that I gave to friends, and they stole each and every one of them! I tried to ask nicely but they attacked me, and now I want them back by any m
Quest · #40881
The Evil Made Me Do It
Level 46
Requires 35
Find 'On the Powers of Blood' in Gilneas City, then return to Orvan Darkeye at the Ruins of Greyshire in Gilneas. 'On the Powers of Blood' Description I may have... miscalculated a bit. It seems without the knowledge held in the 'Powers of Blood', I cannot stabilize the mix. I need that book.I scoured every corner of this land with no success. It can only mean one thing: The book is hidden in the city of Gilneas itself. It looms like an impenetrable fortress, and the thought of trying to find a
Quest · #40746
The Evil Winter Grell
Level 10
Requires 5
Slay 7 Winter Grell Tricksters, and 7 Winter Grell Schemers for Carus Silversnow in Winter Veil Vale. Winter Grell Trickster slain (7) Winter Grell Schemer slain (7) Description The Winter Grell arrive at the start of every season, their minds filled with ideas of trickery and theft to disrupt the festive seasons here in Winter Veil Vale. They are sent by their lord Krampus, an evil spirit who despises the holiday season.It is up to brave souls like us to prevent the Winter Grell from doing thei
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Quest · #1955
The Exorcism
Level 40
Requires 35
Kill the Demon of the Orb, then speak with Tabetha. Kill the Demon of the Orb Description Now that we have a summoner's orb, we must exorcise the demon within it. I can do that. That's the easy part.You're the one who has the hard job. You're the one who has to kill the demon once it's out.And you'll have to be quick. If you take too long then he'll jump back in the orb and we'll have to start over!So get yourself ready. Prepare your strongest spells and keep your potions handy, and go get a fri
Quest · #7167
The Eye of Command
Level 60
Requires 51
Progress Drek'Thar sings your praises. Kalimdor is abuzz with tales of your heroics. The Warchief glows - your stalwart defense of our clan has pleased him greatly.You have earned the Eye of Command.Present your insignia, Commander . Frostwolf Insignia Rank 5 Reward You will receive: Frostwolf Insignia Rank 6 Completion Channel the power of the insignia. Let the enemy hear your words. The might of the Horde is unquestionable! Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 9950 Experience
Quest · #7172
The Eye of Command
Level 60
Requires 51
Progress Let them hear your voice, Commander ! Let them know fear. Show them what power the Stormpike holds in their rank!Present your insignia. Stormpike Insignia Rank 5 Reward You will receive: Stormpike Insignia Rank 6 Completion It is you who must lead our troops to victory, Commander ! The soldiers are under your command. They will follow your direct orders. Lead them.... Crush the Frostwolf. Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 9950 Experience
Quest · #292
The Eye of Paleth
Level 30
Requires 22
Bring the Cursed Eye of Paleth to Glorin Steelbrow. Cursed Eye of Paleth Description Opening the chest reveals a blackened orb, pulsing with an eerie light. It is the treasure of which Fitzsimmons spoke: a Cursed Eye of Paleth.Take the Cursed Eye of Paleth to the dwarven priest Glorin Steelbrow, in Menethil Harbor. Ask him how to remove the Eye's curse. Progress That drunk Fitzsimmons sent you to me? Well, you can tell him I don't have any extra ale. He's going to have to panhandle someone else!
Quest · #8049
The Eye of Zuldazar
Level 60
Requires 60
Progress Reward You will receive: The Eye of Zuldazar Completion Accept this talisman as a token of our appreciation, priest.The Eye of Zuldazar will grow in power as your bond with the trolls of Zandalar strengthens. Return to me periodically and I shall imbue the jewel. Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 6600 Experience 250 Reputation with Zandalar Tribe
Quest · #8050
The Eye of Zuldazar
Level 60
Requires 60
Progress Tales of your battles against the Gurubashi are whispered in the winds, priestess. Even royalty is beginning to talk of your deeds. It is rumored that King Rastakhan even mentioned you by name.The time has come to imbue the Eye. Hand me the talisman and I shall perform the service. The Eye of Zuldazar Reward You will receive: The Eye of Zuldazar Completion Be resolute in your endeavors, . The Soulflayer will attempt to siphon your will to live. Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 6600
Quest · #8051
The Eye of Zuldazar
Level 60
Requires 60
Progress Welcome . The Eye of Zuldazar pulses with energy. You are ready to take the next step. Hand me the talisman and I shall perform the imbue. The Eye of Zuldazar Reward You will receive: The Eye of Zuldazar Completion Continue in your battle against the Soulflayer and his minions, . He must never be permitted to leave the confines of Zul'Gurub. Gains Upon completion of quests, get: 6600 Experience 250 Reputation with Zandalar Tribe
Quest · #40956
The Fall and Rise of Greymane
Level 46
Requires 35
'Save' Genn, and recover the Greymane Crown for Lord Darius Ravenwood at Ravenshire in Gilneas. The Greymane Crown Description The entirety of Gilneas stands at our side! The tyranny of the royalists can no longer be allowed to stand! If this nation is to ever recover from the darkness, then we must hold fast, and strike even faster still!The Greymane Crown must be recovered if our dream is ever to be realized. Enter Gilneas City. Fight your way through his most loyal soldiers. End the Harlows,
Quest · #40843
The Fall in Demon Canyon
Level 31
Requires 25
Slay Varaxxius, who is rumored to reside in Demon Fall Canyon and return to Delos Talonheart in Forest Song. Varaxxius slain Description Have you ever wondered why the Demon Fall Canyon bears its name?Four years ago, an ancient enemy of our people, the Pit Lord Mannoroth, returned to destroy our world. It was there that one of his most cruel Orcish servants, Grommash Hellscream, the callous murderer of Cenarius, betrayed his own master and sought to slay him.In the end, Mannoroth and Grommash ki
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Quest · #953
The Fall of Ameth'Aran
Level 12
Requires 9
Study the tablets which tell of Ameth'Aran and of its fall, then return to Sentinel Tysha Moonblade in Darkshore. Read the Lay of Ameth'Aran Read the Fall of Ameth'Aran Description To the east you will find the ruins of Ameth'Aran. It is now inhabited by the restless spirits of the Highborne that once dwelt within its walls, but once it was a place where the servants of Azshara freely practiced their powerful magics.I was sent to explore the ruins and came across two large tablets, scrawled with
Quest · #9120
The Fall of Kel'Thuzad
Level 60
Requires 60
Take the Phylactery of Kel'Thuzad to Light's Hope Chapel in the Eastern Plaguelands. The Phylactery of Kel'Thuzad Description The phylactery is all that remains of the master of Naxxramas. Your better judgment dictates that you destroy the phylactery, preventing the lich from ever reforming. Thankfully, you seldom listen to that internal voice of reason.Someone at Light's Hope will pay you hugely for this artifact. Who cares if Kel'Thuzad regenerates to full power? Reward You can choose one of t
Quest · #8791
The Fall of Ossirian
Level 60
Requires 60
Deliver the Head of Ossirian the Unscarred to Commander Mar'alith at Cenarion Hold in Silithus. Head of Ossirian the Unscarred Description A terrible menace has been laid to rest. The cruel Ossirian has been vanquished.The denizens of Kalimdor would be relieved to know of this victory. Take Ossirian's head and present it to Commander Mar'alith of Cenarion Hold. Reward You can choose one of these awards: Charm of the Shifting Sands Amulet of the Shifting Sands Choker of the Shifting Sands Pendant
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Quest · #41044
The Fallen Ancient
Level 45
Requires 38
Venture to Gilneas and find the Witchwood Pellars. Description The Kaldorei Empire's vast influence once spanned across the entire world, before the cataclysmic event of the Sundering shattered our dominion. As a consequence, our sacred relics have found their way to the farthest reaches of the globe.Recently, there have been murmurs and whispers about the shattering of the Greymane Wall, which once separated the land of Gilneas from the outside world. While I hold little regard for the internal
Quest · #1141
The Family and the Fishing Pole
Level 14
Requires 10
Catch 6 Darkshore Grouper for Gubber Blump in Auberdine. Darkshore Grouper (6) Description I love fishing. The Blump family is known for fishing. My name is Gubber Blump; I fish.There's a kind of fish I like to catch around these parts called Darkshore grouper. I used to go out on a boat to fish for grouper, but no boats have been going out since them mean ol' murlocs moved in. I bet they been eating up all the grouper too.Say, you wanna help me catch Darkshore grouper? I'd give you a bona fide
Quest · #408
The Family Crypt
Level 13
Requires 7
Kill 8 Wailing Ancestors and 8 Rotting Ancestors.Kill Captain Dargol, and bring his skull to Magistrate Sevren in Brill. Wailing Ancestor slain (8) Rotting Ancestor slain (8) Dargol's Skull Description The Agamand Mills area has become a foothold for the Scourge. Their strongest point is the Agamand Family Crypt where their local military leader, a skeleton named Captain Dargol, has headquartered. With Necromancy he has raised the ancestors of the Agamands and plans to use them against us.This c
Quest · #40800
The Family Name
Level 30
Requires 25
Find and commune with Sharptalon within Ashenvale Forest, then return to Alleana Moonfeather. Find and commune with Sharptalon within Ashenvale Forest Description That's right, I'm a Moonfeather! I have a gift, I just need to learn how to make use of it. Shan'do said so as well, and I will honor his legacy!Sharptalon is a mighty hippogryph patriarch I have seen wandering the forest glades at twilight, though we have never met before. Such a majestic creature is surely one of Elune's favored. Ple
Quest · #41028
The Fang of Loresh
Level 60
Requires 55
Gather 10 Bright Dream Shards, 10 Living Essence, and 1 Large Brilliant Shard for the Great Cat Spirit in Moonglade. Bright Dream Shard (10)Living Essence (10)Large Brilliant Shard Description Corruption has completely dominated all essence that was once held within the Fang of Loresh. To preserve the spirit still contained within, we will need to collect a large amount of materials to begin my ritual.I ask you to bring me ten Bright Dream Shards, found in Hyjal. Ten Living Essence, and a single
Quest · #4290
The Fare of Lar'korwi
Level 53
Requires 48
Find the carcass of Lar'korwi's freshest kill and steal a Piece of Threshadon Carcass before returning to Torwa Pathfinder in Un'Goro Crater. Piece of Threshadon Carcass Description Once, a long time ago, a brother of mine took some meat from one of Lar'korwi's kills. He didn't know it at the time, but Lar'korwi saw him from the forest. Lar'korwi followed my brother for days, destroying everything he touched. My brother, scared, finally decided to run from the Crater and leave Lar'korwi behind.L
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Quest · #62
The Fargodeep Mine
Level 7
Requires 4
Explore the Fargodeep Mine, then return to Marshal Dughan in Goldshire. Description The mine in Northshire isn't the only one with problems! I have reports that the Fargodeep Mine in Elwynn has also become a haven for Kobolds.Explore the mine and confirm these reports, then return to me. The mine is almost due south of Goldshire, between the Stonefield and Maclure homesteads. Progress What do you have to report, ? Have you been to the Fargodeep Mine? Completion This is bad news. What's next, dra
Quest · #41811
The Farraki Ancient
Level 46
Requires 40
Venture in Zul'Farrak, and slay Zel'jeb the Ancient, then return to Zalsu the Wanderer, who can be found south of Zul'Farrak. Zel'jeb the Ancient slain Description I sense you are here for a purpose, can you hear it, trailing upon the sands, and rising from the dunes? Yes... Something evil has arisen, something foul. I have sensed it from deep within Zul'Farrak, and it has tainted the very dunes of Tanaris itself! The spirits be angered by the presence of an ancient evil, and I have no doubt it
Quest · #9229
The Fate of Ramaladni
Level 60
Requires 60
Enter Naxxramas and uncover the Fate of Ramaladni. Fate of Ramaladni Description Ramaladni was a warrior of the Brotherhood - a pupil of Highlord Mograine before the Dawn even existed! When news of Mograine's death reached him, hatred and anger took over.Understand this, , when rage and retribution take the reins, a man ceases to be a man. The man personifies the emotions that control him instead. And so it would be that Ramaladni, the spirit of retribution, would enter Naxxramas to exact vengea
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Quest · #4362
The Fate of the Kingdom
Level 59
Requires 50
Return to Blackrock Depths and rescue Princess Moira Bronzebeard from the evil clutches of Emperor Dagran Thaurissan. Emperor Dagran Thaurissan slain Description It would seem as if my old adversary, Dagran Thaurissan, has me and the kingdom of Ironforge at his mercy.You may be my last hope, . You must rescue my dear daughter, Moira!There is only one way to make sure that the spell Thaurissan has cast on Moira is broken: Kill him.And , do not harm her! Remember, she is being controlled by Thauri
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Quest · #588
The Fate of Yenniku
Level 45
Requires 30
Speak with Kin'weelay. Description You have appeased myself and my chief, so I will tell you that which you seek to discover...Young Yenniku is lost to his clan.He was taken by the witchdoctor Zanzil the Outcast. Now Zanzil controls him, body and soul, and only the most potent magic could set him free.A magic that you do not have, <class>.Perhaps your Darkspear allies can offer a hope of Yenniku's salvation. But that, I doubt. Completion Zanzil the Outcast??If Yenniku is held by that troll, a vi
Quest · #7061
The Feast of Winter Veil
Level 60
Requires 10
Feel free to read the book, "The Feast of Winter Veil", to learn more about the holiday. When you are finished with the book, deliver it to Cairne Bloodhoof in Thunder Bluff. The Feast of Winter Veil Description Here - if you are interested in learning more about the Feast of Winter Veil, read this book. While I think our recognition of the legend is the appropriate one, I'm enough of a student of legends to appreciate the collection of all information into a single source.When you're done, take
Quest · #7063
The Feast of Winter Veil
Level 60
Requires 10
Feel free to read the book, "The Feast of Winter Veil", to learn more about the holiday. When you are finished with the book, deliver it to King Magni Bronzebeard in Ironforge. The Feast of Winter Veil Description Here - if you are interested in learning more about the Feast of Winter Veil, read this book. While I think our recognition of the legend is the appropriate one, I'm enough of a scholar to appreciate the collection of all information into a single source.When you're done, take the book
Quest · #41075
The Felwood Conspiracy
Level 54
Requires 46
Bring the torn out page to Sentinel Briariel. A Page from Marlonias' Notes Description You start to carefully scrutinize the pages, scanning each line for any peculiarities or indications of malicious intent.Upon initial inspection, most of the notes appear to be a detailed and extensive research on the treants' magical properties. It describes how the old grove of the ancients was desecrated by Skull of Gul'dan, its corrupting power unmatched by the Ancient's desperate attempts to save the wood