Mithrandir has studied the artifact that Ayorzén stole from the vault of Durthang and believes that if it might be cleansed of its corruption it could be empowered with a force for Good.
'This thin piece of bone is jagged on one side, but the other is smooth and I see signs that it was carved for some purpose. The tip appears to me to have been broken off and lost. It is a pity, for if we could see the shape entire we might better know for what it was used.
'The portion of this artifact that remains tells me that it was fashioned by one of the tribes that hunts in Enedwaith or Dunland, likely for war-like purpose. Speak to a warrior in the village of Lhanuch, in Enedwaith, and perhaps he will tell you of its origin. Once that is known you may have the knowledge you need to cleanse it of the corruption that encircles it.'0/1
1 Speak to(Show dialog)
'What brings you to this village, Player? I will not call you duvodiad, but even Suvulch can tell an ill wind brings you here. Do not make me regret this welcome, as others would!'
You show the bone shard to the warrior, and he raises his hand as if in warding.
'What is this, a fragment of a spear-point? It must have been used in the slaughter of something vile, for the sight of it alone is enough to raise in me great feelings of dread and of sickness! Take it away!'0/1
2 Speak toHelû (Show dialog)
'Yes? What do you want?'
Helû takes one look at the bone fragment and reacts much as Suvulch did.
'You have brought an object of evil to Lhanuch! Take it outside the village, we do not want it here! You will draw evils to us! If you must show this spear-point to anyone, show it to warriors outside the village where these folk will not be endangered!'0/1
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4 Speak to(Show dialog)
'I knew that it was so! Did I not say to you that the bone fragment you carry would draw evil to it? I am glad you listened to my command and quickly brought it out of the village!
'It is not welcome in Lhanuch. Perhaps one of the other tribes, such as those that gather in Galtrev, will tell you something about the cursed object you carry.'0/1
5.1) Speak toHûdh (Show dialog)
'What do you have there, stranger?'
You show the bone fragment to Hûdh and he furrows his brow with thought.
'You say this might have broken off the tip of a spear? It is possible, but I would say it is not likely. The Stag-clan has used bone for weapons of various sort, but my people generally prefer stone for the greater durability on impact. If this fragment did come from a spear, I think it would have happened on the first strike, and such a spear would be of little use for a true hunter.
'No, I do not think this is from a spear-point, but I cannot tell you anything else.'0/1
5.2) Speak toCufrus (Show dialog)
'You bear an artifact of evil, wanderer. I do not wish to become ensnared in anything of the sort, so I will give you a wide berth. But listen to this advice from a well-meaning stranger: do not become involved with the scheming of Wizards, even if they bear gifts! Many in my clan learned this lesson painfully, and too late.
'If you still have an ear for further advice, I say this too: whatever artifact you carry will draw evils to you. Cast it away, and save yourself some trouble!'
As Cufrus hurries away, you decide to hold onto it. After all, Mithrandir believed that it could be cleansed of the evil that surrounded it during its long stay in Mordor and might be turned to Good.0/1
6 Speak toFrestang (Show dialog)
'You came from Lhanuch? I was born into the Uch-lûth, but I have not been welcome there for many years. Still, I am always glad to hear news of my old home.'
You tell Frestang that you went to Lhanuch seeking information about the bone spear-point that came into your possession. He studies it for a moment and smiles.
'You went to the warriors of Lhanuch and asked them if they recognized this and of course they did not, for they are focused on weaponry and tools of war. No, they would not have known this implement, even though they rely on others like it every day.
'This is not part of a spear-point or an arrowhead. This is part of a bone needle, used by tailors in the fashioning of clothes and garments. It does seem to be very old, but it is reminiscent of the sort that are used still in Lhanuch. Go to the Hall of Making in Lhanuch, and ask the tailors what they can tell you of it.'0/1
7 Speak to(Show dialog)
'This is similar to the needles we use here, but there is a peculiar notch at the bottom that sets it apart. I do not know why it is there, but it is distinctive. It is a mystery to me.'0/1
Elrond's Gift