Drain Bolt II: Bet Your Life On It

From Istaria Lexica


Quest type: Adventure
From NPC(s): Khemarius
Required adventure school: Dragon Adventurer (level: 25)
Locations: Chiconis
Previous quest(s): Drain Bolt I: Primal Secrets, Fiendish Pride
Next quest(s): Drain Bolt III: Into the Dead Pool
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Item(s) required to start, progress or finish the quest:
Lesser Ectoplasm


Continue your studies of the Drain Bolt spell with Khemarius


Quest text[edit]

Speak with Khemarius

Good, you found me. I was hoping you would remember that I was traveling to Chiconis after leaving the volcano on Lesser Aradoth. Surprised to find me at the Shrine to Helian?

  • I am, I would not have expected a Lunus to be here.

Yes, well, even the Lunus should treat our brethren with respect. We are the same, even if we disagree at times. Helian - she was one of the greatest of us. I am a follower of the traditions of General Lunus and I may not agree with her beliefs or even her methods, but I admire and respect the thought and consideration she put behind them.

  • Eloquently put.

I have my moments. In addition, the shrine is not frequently visited by those below and that is good as they barely tolerate my presence here. It seemed a good location to relax and consider things such as our research.

  • And what have you learned?

Much, <player>. I have good news. In your absence, I've discovered several new tiers of power regarding the Drain Bolt. Don't be too worried about keeping up; I've little else to do with my time since the rest of my faction doesn't exactly see me as a proper Lunus. As a result, I spend much of my time studying battles long past and learning to augment our bodies further with Primal energies. Not enough time with my talons elbow deep in entrails, I suppose...

  • Then why are you of the Lunus?

Do you think only the Helian faction values knowledge and wisdom?

  • Don't the Helian fight as well?
  • chuckles* Do you wish to keep asking questions of one another?
  • No, please continue.

Thank you. You see, <player>, my frame makes me ill suited to battle in the traditional sense so I rely on spells and cunning. Enough about me, however. Let's talk about you.

  • What about me?

Last time we spoke I had you run around and learn about Spirit magic. I also had you practice your Primal skills as well and I suspect you have enough knowledge to reach the next plateau of power I can provide. I have a simple task for you this time; I need you to take a message to Kamilari in Kion. She seems to know something about the lesser undead that channel Spiritual energies. As you know, she is a Saris, so she may require fair trade - be forewarned. Good luck and fair roads as you travel.


Speak to Kamilari in Kion

Welcome back, <player>. What can I help you with?

  • I seek information on lesser undead who use spirit magic.

Continuing to research with that old Lunus Khemarius, I take it? Well, no matter. I can tell you about them, but it is probably better if you learn about them yourself. While you are at it, you can collect some of their ectoplasm for me as it is hard to come by.

  • Where are these lesser undead?

Speak with Kamilari in Kion

Do you know where Sable Shores is? If not, take the teleport gate to Bridgeview and cross over onto the Dalimond Peninsula. Just south of the bridge there is a sand-bar with a number of ancient barrow-mounds as well as a number of ghosts. Gather their ectoplasm, practice fighting them, and then return here to me.


Collect eight (8) Lesser Ectoplasm from the Lost Corsairs on the sand-bar south of the bridge between Bridgeview and Sable Shores.

Game Feedback: You've collected sufficient ectoplasm for Kamilari.


Return to Kamilari in Kion with the ectoplasm

Welcome back. Did you find the island and recover the ectoplasm? And I trust you were able to observe their use of spiritual magic?

  • Yes, here you are and, yes, I did.

Speak with Kamilari

Excellent. You have my thanks, <player>. If you happen to be looking for other users of spiritual magic, I would suggest a foul place known as the Dead Pool which is southwest of Chiconis. Good day!


Return to Khemarius in Chiconis with your report to complete your training

Welcome back, <player>. What did you learn from Kamilari?

  • She had me run an errand to gather ectoplasm.

That sounds... tedious. What of the lesser undead?

  • I fought a few, but she suggested a better location would be the Dead Pool southwest of here.


The Dead Pool? Of course! It really is the perfect spot, I cannot believe I didn't think of it myself. Plenty of undead and a well of spiritual energies.

  • I can leave at once.

Speak with Khemarius

Not so fast, <player>. You have aided me in my research, you've shown that you know more than combat and can find where your enemy dwells. That alone pleases me enough. Assume, however, that next time I will have you plunge into the Dead Pool for some fairly intense field research. For now, we will sit and chat over a fine vintage of Fiendish Blood-Wine and I will teach you that which you wish to know.

Game Feedback: Khemarius debates with you the value of timing versus flailing attacks as well as the precision of magic and ranged combat. After enjoying a fine beverage (even though it turns out that Fiendish Blood-Wine is not actually made out of the blood of Fiends) and a rather long and semi-tedious chat, you walk away with some thinking to do, and a new understanding of the Drain Bolt.

Steps[edit]

  • Speak with Khemarius
  • Speak to Kamilari in Kion
  • Speak with Kamilari in Kion
  • Collect eight (8) Lesser Ectoplasm from the Lost Corsairs on the sand-bar south of the bridge between Bridgeview and Sable Shores.
  • Return to Kamilari in Kion with the ectoplasm
  • Speak with Kamilari
  • Return to Khemarius in Chiconis with your report to complete your training
  • Speak with Khemarius

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