Former Apothecary
Wouldn't it be easier to leave me behind? I suppose those words mean little when I've been spiting Diauhtla for ignoring me and my son. Power lurks where people believe it to be. Perhaps my curses did hold dark magic, and finally came to be. They were just the resentful mutterings of an old woman, but they took Alina's husband from her and broke families apart. Please, show me a miracle and bring them back.
History
Before the sled races, this mountain and its beasts claimed the lives of many hunters. But when those explorers were lost in that avalanche, the people banded together to rescue them. Since then, the slopes have been conquered, the beasts are tamed, and our torches burn away the dark. Just as Diauhtla has forgotten my son, they have forgotten to fear the mountains. Seems we were due for a reminder.
Birk
My son and I lived on our own in Diauhtla but he was well loved, and we were supported by our neighbors. Birk had dreams of moving South to become a knight. Even though he didn't have a drop of noble blood, he hoped a noble spirit would earn him the shining armor and the means to help more people. That same noble spirit drove him to sprint out of the house to save those explorers, and never return.
Miracles
My presence put a damper on the celebrations. Whenever people looked at me, they were reminded of death and tragedy. I moved out of Diauhtla, and took long hikes in the Mountains hoping to find Birk or become lost myself. Yet, no matter how long I walked, I would find myself back at the foot of the mountain. During my lowest moments, I thought it to be a curse. Perhaps, it was actually a miracle; one I could share.
After completing the 'Cold Resistance' quest:
Former Apothecary
I was wrong to think that Birk' spirit could have been behind such a malicious trick. He loved his home and would never wish harm on others for any reason. Every year, I drifted into the mountains hoping to become lost myself. But I would always find my way back. Could it have been Birk? Is his spirit in the cool winds, the soft snow, and the shimmering aurora? If you're here…please lead us to safety.
History
Before the sled races, this mountain and its beasts claimed the lives of many hunters. But when those explorers were lost in that avalanche, the people banded together to rescue them. Since then, the slopes have been conquered, the beasts are tamed, and our torches burn away the dark. Just as Diauhtla has forgotten my son, they have forgotten to fear the mountains. Seems we were due for a reminder.
Birk
My son and I lived on our own in Diauhtla but he was well loved, and we were supported by our neighbors. Birk had dreams of moving South to become a knight. Even though he didn't have a drop of noble blood, he hoped a noble spirit would earn him the shining armor and the means to help more people. That same noble spirit drove him to sprint out of the house to save those explorers, and never return.
Miracles
My presence put a damper on the celebrations. Whenever people looked at me, they were reminded of death and tragedy. I moved out of Diauhtla, and took long hikes in the Mountains hoping to find Birk or become lost myself. Yet, no matter how long I walked, I would find myself back at the foot of the mountain. During my lowest moments, I thought it to be a curse. Perhaps, it was actually a miracle; one I could share.
After completing the 'Vaderix Requiem' quest:
Former Apothecary
You and Alina taught me to look for miracles. I see Birk everywhere now, in the home he loved so dearly. When the holidays end, that means you will need to return to your life far away from here. Though our time together was short, I will miss you. Thank you for giving your time to a lonely old woman. I hope that Alina will think fondly of this memory when she gazes upon Birk's amber.
History
Before the sled races, this mountain and its beasts claimed the lives of many hunters. But when those explorers were lost in that avalanche, the people banded together to rescue them. Since then, the slopes have been conquered, the beasts are tamed, and our torches burn away the dark. Just as Diauhtla has forgotten my son, they have forgotten to fear the mountains. Seems we were due for a reminder.
Birk
My son and I lived on our own in Diauhtla but he was well loved, and we were supported by our neighbors. Birk had dreams of moving South to become a knight. Even though he didn't have a drop of noble blood, he hoped a noble spirit would earn him the shining armor and the means to help more people. That same noble spirit drove him to sprint out of the house to save those explorers, and never return.
Miracles
My presence put a damper on the celebrations. Whenever people looked at me, they were reminded of death and tragedy. I moved out of Diauhtla, and took long hikes in the Mountains hoping to find Birk or become lost myself. Yet, no matter how long I walked, I would find myself back at the foot of the mountain. During my lowest moments, I thought it to be a curse. Perhaps, it was actually a miracle; one I could share.
