Vambraces of Avoidance Quest

Velious Era (added December 2000-2001)

Start Zone:	Kael Drakkel
Quest Giver:	Vorken Iceshard
Minimum Level:	50
Classes:	All
Related Zones:	Eastern Wastes
Related NPCs:	Ekelng Thunderstone

Reward

Vambraces of Avoidance

Vambraces of Avoidance

MAGIC ITEM LORE ITEM
Slot: ARMS
AC: 12
STR: +3
SV MAGIC: +5
WT: 3.2 Size: SMALL
Class: WAR CLR PAL RNG SHD BRD
Race: ALL

Walkthrough

Vorken Iceshard can be found at #11 on the map of Kael Drakkel, to the left of the throne inside "plate house"

You say, 'Hail, Vorken Iceshard'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'I am Vorken Iceshard, one of the lords of Iceshard manor. In this day and age you can never tell where one's allegiances are. Leave my servants in peace or you may leave in pieces.'

You say, 'What allegiances?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'Loyalties, of course, little one. Each day I see more mercenaries come to Kael, seeking their fortunes. King Tormax will use your kind to wage war on the dragons and upon the Coldain. But I question the motives of your kind.'

You say, 'What motives?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'My motives are simple. I will acquire as much power and prestige as possible before I die. Such is life for me, a constant search for power and wealth. But my great power and wealth have not brought me happiness. Enough of my motives, what drives you? A constant search for more power, a search for security and happiness? Or do you truly believe in the rhetoric of King Tormax which advocates that we eradicate the dragons?'

You say, 'I seek power and wealth'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'I understand. You seek wealth and power. Believe me, young one, it will not bring you happiness. Each item you acquire will only quell your lust for more power for a short time. There is always something slightly better to gain. Would yet another useless possession really make you feel better? Let me tell you a little story.'

You say, 'What story?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'Before I ascended to power here in Kael Drakkel, I lived as a nomad in the eastern wastes. My brother Klaggan and I did as we pleased, not abiding by the laws of the Kromrif leaders at the time. With each 'crime' we committed we drew the attention of Beleveios Thunderstone, the so called leader of the wandering giants at that time. His anger with us grew so much that he eventually came looking for us.'

You say, 'Who is Beleveios Thunderstone?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'Beleveios came seeking my brother and me to slay us and end the whining of the weaker giants. The day is still crisp in my mind. Four of his greatest champions fell upon my brother and me in our encampment, attempting to slay us in our sleep. We Iceshards are not so easy to slay, however. Klaggan awoke as they attempted to slit our throats and snapped the neck of one of our assailants. I leaped to my feet as well, and with my trusty axe I slashed at the knaves who had come to [murder] us.'

You say, 'Murder?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'Yes, they tried to stop our actions without so much as a trial by honorable combat. My brother and I slaughtered Beleveios' most powerful guards as he watched. When the last one fell, I was covered in the blood of my foes, as was Klaggan. Beleveios stood there dumbfounded, before he dropped to his knees begging for our mercy and forgiveness. He prattled on about his [family], and wanting to protect his people. I would hear no more of this. His head lay on the ground not long after that.'

You say, 'What family?'

Vorken Iceshard says, 'I took little heed of Beleveios' ranting about his family at the time. I have not thought of it much until recently either. I have heard rumors that his son has been attempting to gain support from the other Kromrif. The whispers on the wind speak of my assassination by this fool who wants vengeance for a father who would murder men in their sleep. If you wish powerful possessions, then seek out the son of Beleveios Thunderstone and slay him. Bring me his head as proof and I will reward you with what you seek so avidly.

The son, Ekelng Thunderstone, can be found in the northeast corner of Eastern Wastes, north of the Great Divide zone in. Kill Ekelng and loot Head of Ekelng Thunderstone. Interestingly, Ekelng is KOS to frost giants in the area, so it would appear that his attempts to gain support have failed.

Turning in the Head of Ekelng Thunderstone will result in a reward of Vambraces of Avoidance.

Vorken Iceshard says, 'Congratulations, mercenary. You have earned your precious reward. Tell me, did Ekelng whine like his father for forgiveness, or did he die like a true Kromrif warrior?'

• Your faction standing with Kromrif got better.
• Your faction standing with Kromzek got better.
• Your faction standing with Coldain got worse.
• Your faction standing with Claws of Veeshan got worse.

You gain experience!!