The Hidden Guard, the company of Elves charged with delivering Mazog in secret to Dol Guldur, is preparing to make the crossing of Anduin, after which they will meet the dwarves transporting the Orc-leader.
Quest level: 61
Category: Epic - Vol. II, Book 9: Fortress of the Nazgûl
'Mae govannen, Player. I did not expect to see you here, but I am glad that you have come.
'The Golden Host departs for Mirkwood to bring war upon the Enemy beyond the borders of Lothlórien, and I sat by Faengris' tree and watched them depart. Faengris' brother Achardor goes with them, seeking vengeance for my lost husband. I told him what I told you, that I want to cherish Faengris' memory instead of seeking revenge, but he did not listen.
'Please keep him from harm, Player. Too much death has come to my family already.'1/1
1 Speak toBraiglinn (Show dialog)
'Lord Celeborn and Lady Galadriel have determined that the Elves of Lothlórien must stand allied with the dwarves of Moria, as long ago they once did. They have selected a number of Elves to oversee the passage of Mazog through Mirkwood to Dol Guldur, where the Orc will be exchanged for the prisoners held by the Enemy in that fortress.
'I will bring you to these Elves, this Hidden Guard, as they make their preparations.'1/1
2.1) Speak to(Show dialog)
'It is a pleasure to meet you, Player. I know that you will be a great asset to us upon this errand. If we are to bring the Orc-leader to Dol Guldur with the hope that we can exchange his freedom for that of the dwarf prisoners, we must do so in secret. Our numbers are not so great that we can resist a determined effort to take him from us before reaching the fortress.'(Show dialog)
'Mae govannen, Player. I did not expect to see you here, but I am glad that you have come.
'The Golden Host departs for Mirkwood, to bring war upon the Enemy beyond the borders of Lothlórien, and I sat by Faengris' tree and watched them depart. Faengris' brother Achardor goes with them, seeking vengeance for my lost husband. I told him what I told you, that I want to cherish Faengris' memory instead of seeking revenge, but he did not listen.
'Please keep him from harm, Player. Too much death has come to my family already.'1/1
2.2) Speak toSigileth (Show dialog)
'I am Sigileth, Player, and I know already of your deeds. You are welcome to accompany us upon this errand, though I have my doubts as to its wisdom. It is a sorrow that the dwarves have lost their own to the cages of the Enemy, but that is the way of war. Returning Mazog to his allies seems indefensible to me.
'If Lord Celeborn and Lady Galadriel see value in it, it is not the place of Sigileth to question.'1/1
2.3) Speak toAchardor (Show dialog)
'My brother Faengris was slain by Orcs that came down from the mountains following the company that sought refuge in the Golden Wood recently, and I desire to end Mazog's life myself! It pains me to know we must turn him over to his allies, and I have argued long against it already.
'I petitioned Lord Celeborn to let me accompany the group transporting the prisoner, but he denied my request. Only once the Lady Galadriel spoke to him did he change his mind; I do not know what she said, but I am grateful to her for it! Now I will keep a close eye upon Mazog for the duration of the journey, and if he gives me the slightest reason, I will take my vengeance upon him.'1/1
3 Speak toBraiglinn (Show dialog)
'The Elves of the Hidden Guard were chosen for their varied expertise in a number of areas: Sigileth for her skill in melee combat and Raddir for his expert tracking ability.
'Were it my decision, I might have let Achardor join the main force of the Malledhrim rather than the Hidden Guard, given the recent tragedy of his brother's death. But I am sure Lady Galadriel had her own reasons for speaking on his behalf and believes he will be an important part of the Hidden Guard.
'I will bring you to the rest of the company, Player.'1/1
4.1) Speak toCúcheron (Show dialog)
'Welcome, Player! We are the Hidden Guard, formed by order of the Lord and Lady, and it is our mission to bring Mazog to the gates of Dol Guldur, there to trade his life for those of the prisoners held in that fortress. Secrecy is our watchword, and surprise our ally!
'Issuriel has told me already of your great deeds. I know you will be a vital member of the Hidden Guard on this journey!'1/1
4.2) Speak toIssuriel (Show dialog)
'Mae govannen, Player! It is good to see you again, and I welcome you to the ranks of the Hidden Guard. The knives of Sigileth, the bow of Cúcheron, the path-knowledge of Raddir, and the strong will of Achardor will see this mission through, and the friendship between Moria and Lothlórien will be stronger for it.
'Let the Enemy quake when he learns of the approach of the Golden Host, and he will think nothing of the Hidden Guard until we be at the gates of Dol Guldur and demand the prisoners kept there in exchange for the life of Mazog.'1/1
5 Speak toCairches (Show dialog)
'It will be my pleasure to guide the Hidden Guard across the river on this, the first step of their journey.
'May it end in victory.'1/1
6 Speak to(Show dialog)
'We have made the crossing, Player. The dwarves should be just ahead with their captive; let us greet them and discuss the plans for our journey.'1/1
7 Enter areaListen to the discussion of the plan concerning Mazog1/1
8 Speak toBróin (Show dialog)
'At last we are underway, Player! If you have faith in these Elves, this \qHidden Guard,\q then I will as well.
'May our journey through Mirkwood be swift, and our return trip be the swifter, with Bori and the other captives hale and hearty!'1/1
