Mysterious Stranger (NPC)

At Shadowfall

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Ah, finally. I did not think you would ever reach this point. I have several tasks for you, <Hero>, and a reward. You won't need much guidance… not if you are worthy of my gift. I will tell you one thing to point you in the right direction: true heroes are not afraid to lead, but know when to ask for help. Accept what tutoring is offered you.

Mysterious Stranger?
You may call me the "Mysterious Stranger", but I am not the one you've met before. … No, not that one either.

Your Gift?
Yes. A particular… artifact… from another realm. It's much like this one, only the complete opposite. I've secured a very *special* item from a rather well-known ruler.

What do I do?
I have given you the clues you need to begin the quest. Each clue leads you to the next location, where you must find what you seek. I will be there, waiting for you.

More Help?
Talk to your fellow heroes if you need assistance, or try to puzzle out the answers on your own. I wish you luck, <Hero>!

Challenge!
Hello, Hero. You don't know me, and you might never figure out who I am, but I am here to offer you a weapon worthy of an extraordinary hero, much like yourself. Figure out what I need and I will reward you.

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'The Lost Teacher' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
You found the old tutorial and slain its boss, congrats! On to the next task. Find me a giant gold coin. Where? I'm testing you. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'Big Gold Coins' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Well! Aren't you bringing home the bacon! But now we need a feather. A specific feather. You'll know it's right when you feel it. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'Light as a Feather' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
I always wanted a Fire Titan feather! And NOW I want a fragment of armor. A very special armor. Your hunt may take you high or low, through light or dark. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'Shard Shard Shard' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
That one was kind of obvious. Your objective for this next one will not be quite so… obvious or colorful. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'White Scales, Light Scales' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Alright, that was a sketchy one. I'll give you that. The next one will be laying on the path right in front of your eyes. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'The Stench of Defeat' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Now the REAL lessons begin - Heroes cannot be harder than stone. Those that do not bend… will break. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'If you can't stand the heat...' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Do not underestimate your opponent. Still waters run deep, and a good enemy hides their emotions well. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'The Depths of Despair' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Good heroes possess stamina and endurance. They do not turn green with envy, and never overlook the usefulness of even the simplest creatures. Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'All Things Green and Small...' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Without darkness, there can be no light. Without a fall, there can be no redemption. Find the lost one and claim your reward… or Doom awaits! Now. Accept the quest and begin!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'Doom... Or Redemption?' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Have you guessed the nature of your reward yet? No? Then you ARE doomed. Now. I will give you an easy one. Find me in the Inn!

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

+ After completing the 'The Mysterious Reward' quest

Mysterious Person with a Challenge
Aaah, excellent. I knew you COULD complete the quest. Whether you WOULD, though… that I was not sure of.

Your Gift?
Yes. A particular… artifact… from another realm. It's much like this one, only the complete opposite. I've secured a very *special* item from a rather well-known ruler.

Your Identity?
I am a friend. There is no one single Mysterious Stranger. I am *a* Mysterious Stranger. That is all you need to know. For now. Keep the sword close, <Hero>.

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

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Mysterious Person with a Challenge
You've arrived. Excellent. I expected no less of you. You know you are close. Now… to complete your quest! Return to me in Shadowfall and I will explain further.

- Mysterious Stranger's Quests

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Locations:

• Castle of Bone B
• Castle of Bone C
• Castle of Bone
• Chaos Crypt
• LavaRun
• Oaklore
• Orc Path
• Pencil Puddle
• Prison
• Sepulchure (Location)
• Shadowfall (Must be Level 31 or higher in order to access)
• Tutor
• Vasalkar's Lair
• Well
• Yulgar's Inn

Notes:

• Also see:
  • A Mysterious Stranger.
  • Regular Stranger.

Normal

At Pencil Puddle

Thanks to Memine and Tris.

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