Baranglim of Lórien, a perceptive scout, has theories about the movements and activities of the Orcs in the Halls of Crafting. He believes that war is brewing and that the Orcs are producing a great store of armour, weapons, and vile draughts within Moria.
'Baranglim is in the Flaming Deeps of Moria, near the Halls of Crafting. You should go to him and hear what he has to say, for he has quick eyes and a perceptive mind.'1/1
1 Speak toBaranglim (Show dialog)
'Well met, Player. I have been expecting you since my counsel with Lord Celeborn. Haldir has told you a little of our plight, has he not? I will continue the story.
'Not long ago, a strange company came under our protection. They passed through Moria and brought behind them a trail of bold and angry Orcs. Our foes rally at many outposts on our borders. They have great strength and are driven by bitter malice. Their armour is thick, such as we have not seen since the dwarves wore the armour of Durin's time, and their weapons are hard and cruel.
'I believe they are using the Halls of Crafting in Moria to produce great stores of tools to assist them in the war. Lord Celeborn agrees, and we fear for ourselves and for the dwarves. Will you go to the source and banish the evil from that place? You will need stout allies to aid you on this venture. Take this Elf-stone; if you defeat our enemies and place the Elf-stone there, they will fear to return.'1/1
2 Use itemPlace the Elf-stone in the Halls of Crafting1/1
Lothlórien Silver Branch (5)