Trial of the Guildsman

I have been in charge of the promotion test of the Dwarf union members for the last 10 years. Among all Dwarf apprentices, only those who pass this test are accepted as full members of Dwarven society. This may not be clear to you since you are not a Dwarf, but within our society there is a complex hierarchy and ranking system.

(Quest for Scavengers or Artisans, level 35 and above.)

How long will you be an apprentice? Don't you have any ambition? I hope you are not under the impression that you have reached a comfortable level. Shouldn't you work harder and challenge the Trial of the Guildsman? You won't be a true member of Dwarven society until you pass that test. If you are really satisfied being a nobody for the rest of your life, I won't mention it again.

(Quest for Scavengers or Artisans, level 35 and above.)

How long will you be an apprentice? Don't you have any ambition? I hope you are not under the impression that you have reached a comfortable level. Now listen to me carefully. I shall tell you about Dwarven education.

Hear about Dwarven Education

Dwarven apprentices will work in the Strip Mine to strengthen their bodies and spirits, as well as learning to protect their own bodies. When they complete basic training they return to the Dwarven Village and accumulate experience while assisting the Elders of the guilds with chores.

After they pass the exam given by the guild, and are awarded the title of Scavenger or Artisan, they are no longer considered apprentices. But even that is not enough to become an official guild member. Only when they pass the Trial of the Guildsman will they be accepted as a true guild member.

This test is essential if you intend to learn the techniques of a high-level guild member and aspire to the profession of Bounty Hunter or Warsmith.

"I will take the Test of the Guildsman."

First you must pay the registration fee. The amount will be 2,000 Adena. All fees received are used to support the technical development of the guild and sponsoring Artisans.

Pay the registration fee

How embarassing for you! You should have known to bring some money with you...

Come back when you get 2,000 Adena.

Good! You must first take this badge. It is a mark that lets others know that you are in the midst of taking the Trial of the Guildsman. Many Blacksmiths and Warehouse Chiefs will help you when they see your badge.

The content of the test is quite simple. It consists of making seven Journeyman Rings. It may sound simple but the process of making the ring itself will challenge your ability and wit.

Why seven rings? Actually... You shall offer one to the yet-to-come King of the Dwarves, and the rest to the six Elders of the guilds. It is a long held tradition that has been kept since the founding of the kingdom and the forming of the guilds.

If you wish to learn to make the rings, go and see Blacksmith Altran of Talking Island. Take him this letter. Don't worry, I expect nothing in return. When you complete the seven rings come and see me again. Good luck!

Do you have any more advice for me?

Hints? You want to learn the short way through even before trying to solve it out by patiently working hard... Tsk tsk... A young Dwarf shouldn't be like that!

"Please give me some hints."

Hmm... What nerves you've got. Hints... Well, yes I just came across one.

I heard that Altran used to be a kind man, but perhaps because of his aging, he seems to be a bit fastidious these days. Some say that it is because of the arthritis... Whatever the reason may be, he grumbles a great deal these days...

Perhaps he may be pleased to receive a Mandragora Berry which they say it is helpful to arthritis.

"Where can I find a Mandragora Berry?"

Must everything be spelled out for you? Some things you must discover on your own!

Very well! First, take this insignia, which signifies that you are performing the Trial of the Guildsman. Many blacksmiths and senior warehouse keepers will assist you when they see it.

The trial itself is very straightforward. You must make 7 Journeyman Rings. Don't be fooled by the apparent simplicity, however. The process of making the rings themselves is a critical test of a Dwarf's skill and wit.

Why 7 rings, you ask? Well, it's a tradition reaching back to the beginning of the Kingdom and the formation of the guilds themselves. Six of the rings go to the elders of the 6 guilds, while the last is reserved for the King who will return.

To obtain the ring design blueprint, visit Blacksmith Altran on Talking Island. I will write a letter of introduction for you, free of charge. When you finish creating all 7 rings, return here.

Take this Dimension Diamond. You can trade it for something special from the village gatekeeper. I hope it will help you on your journey. What are youn waiting for?

Ask if he has any more hints to give you.

It is said that Altran was once a kind man, but perhaps due to his age he has become much more irritable these days. They say that his arthritis is making him a crooked old man...

"Do you know of a good remedy for arthritis?"

Some say that the Mandragora Berry is helpful for the pain of arthritis... Yes, this would be an excellent gift to give him.

"Where can I find a Mandragora Berry?"

Hey, you! Do I have to tell you everything?! You can do such things for yourself!

"Please give me some hints."

Now let's see... Think about it! Where would be the best place to find a mandragora in the whole continent? There is a place in Dion called the Mandragora Farm.

How is your work proceeding, young fellow? How is the making of the 7 Journeyman Gem going? You should complete it soon so you can advance beyond an apprentice. Good luck!

You have made all the rings. Thank you for your trouble. So, did you learn anything from the test?

"I learned the mind attitude and virtues that one should possess as a faithful union member." "I learned how to fawn upon the authorities of the guild and ways to bribe them."

Yes, yes, yes! Superb! You will make an excellent addition to our guild, and I perceive a bright future in store for you.

Congratulations! You have successfully passed the Trial of the Guildsman, and I now award you the Mark of Guildsman. It will aid you when transfering to a higher class. Good luck!

Hmmph. With talk like that, you won't last very long or rise very high here, my friend. My advice is to learn to fake sincerity, and everything else will be easy. Understood?

In any case, congratulations are in order. You have successfully passed the Trial of the Guildsman, and I now award you the Mark of Guildsman. It will aid you when transfering to a higher class. Good luck!

I have no idea what Altran told you, but I am too busy these days to keep you company.

"Please help me."

Ah, I am sorry... I told you, I am too busy!

"Is there anything I can help you with?"

Hmm? So you are willing to assist with my work? I would really appreciate that... But it could be quite difficult... is that all right with you?

"My pleasure."

Well, if you say so... At the moment I have something you can help me with.

I am having many difficulties these days because of the gangs nearby town. Especially the Ol Mahum thieves, called Cat's Eye... I wonder why the guards won't protect us from them... Anyway, I am thinking of changing all the locks of the warehouse... The locks which I have ordered have already arrived, but the keys aren't here yet.

I ordered them from Duning of Hunters Village. Will you go and fetch the keys for me? Here, this is the receipt.

Please visit Blacksmith Duning of Hunters Village and fetch the keys that I have ordered. Please hurry.

What? He lost the keys? How does that idiot expect me to use the locks without keys? I intend to report this to the Guild Association right away! Go back to Duning of Hunters Village and find out more about the lost keys. Let's see what his excuse is!

Thank you for your trouble. Now we will have to start changing the locks. I guess it will take quite a while to take care of 30 lockers each... Today will be another busy day. Now! Shall we get started!

"Did you forget anything?"

Hmm? What, you haven't gone yet? Is there anything I can help you with...?

"You promised that you would help me..."

Oh yes! That's right. You said that you were in the middle of taking a test to be a union member?

A Journeyman Gem is not something you can get from somewhere, you have to make it yourself. But the skills of making it is not something that can be taught in a short time...

I shall make one for you instead of teaching you the skills.

First you must find me the materials needed to make the jewel. Any objection to going and finding the materials for yourself? You didn't expect such and old man like me to run around and collect the materials, did you?

"I shall bring the materials."

Yes, that's a good boy. Now I shall give you the list of materials that you must find.

First, we need some Gray Bone Powder to use as an abrasive. You can get it from undead monsters such as ghouls or strains. You will find plenty in the Execution Ground of Dion.

I also need a Granite Whetstone, which is for polishing the surface of the jewel... You must find pieces of the granite golems that can be found in the Execution Ground or in the Wasteland!

Other things that we need are the Red Pigment, which you can get from the dead seeker bat on the Execution Ground. Last, we need some Braided Yarn, which you can get by hunting the silenos in the Plains of Dion...

Can you remember everything? I will need 70 each of all the above things. You need 7 Journeyman Gems, right? It will take 10 materials each per 1 jewel. Good luck then!

Hey, you! These are not enough materials! It can't be... You didn't forget what materials I requested, did you?

Ask about the materials

First, we need some Gray Bone Powder to use as an abrasive. You can get it from undead monsters such as ghouls or strains. You will find plenty in the Execution Ground of Dion.

I also need a Granite Whetstone, which is for polishing the surface of the jewel... You must find pieces of the granite golems that can be found in the Execution Ground or in the Wasteland!!

Other things that we need are the Red Pigment, which you can get from the dead seeker bat on the Execution Ground. Last, we need some Braided Yarn, which you can get by hunting the silenos in the Plains of Dion...

Can you remember everything? I will need 70 each of all the above things. You need 7 Journeyman Gems, right? It will take 10 materials each per 1 jewel...

Did you memorize everything? Don't forget it this time.

I don't know what that document refers to, but please remember that it has been kept safe by our Steel Gate Guild for over 200 years. To us, credibility is the greatest virtue!

This isn't a place for children. Find me when you gain more experience. Then I will help you to pass the Trial of Guildsman.

Trial of the Guildsman? Deco beads? Hey, everyone has problems, I've got mine, too! I am swamped with too much work! 30 Mithril Breastplates and 30 Bastard Swords! The dogs of war are howling! How can I possibly finish all of this?

Help him

Stop whining! You sound like a spoiled child! You say you need a Journeyman Deco Bead? To make that we need Amber Beads. I don't have any of these. I must cast a spell on Elmore's side... It will take a few weeks..

"I'll find it by myself."

You think you can get the Amber Beads by yourself...? Oho! Indeed you are a Scavenger! I can tell you where to look.

There are giant ants living in the Wastelands, in the southern part of Gludio. They mine the Amber Beads, which are plentiful there. To get the beads you must kill the work ants not the ant soldiers, understand? You will be able to collect faster by casting Spoil.

We will need about 20 beads to make Journeyman Deco Beads. However I can also use them in my work, I would be very grateful if you brought back 70. I will give your order top priority. Quite a deal, huh?

You think you can get the Amber Beads by yourself? Oho! You are not even a Scavenger! Oh, well, if you want to try I can tell you where to find them.

There are giant ants living in the Wastelands, in the southern part of Gludio. They mine the Amber Beads which are plentiful in that place. To get the beads you must kill the work ants instead of ant soldiers, got it?

We need about 20 beads to make Journeyman Decoration Beads. However, I also use them in my work, it would be nice if you brought back 70. I will give your order top priority. So how about it, a good deal, no?

Oh yes! And take this recipe. It will help you.

Ask about the recipe.

You will find Amber Lump after killing the worker ants. If you grind the Amber Lump as in this recipe, you can make 5 Amber Beads. Good luck!

How many beads have you collected? That is not enough! Are you sure that you are looking in the Wastelands? Hurry and collect 70 Amber Beads. I will see to the preparations for making the decoration bead. Hurry back with the beads!

Good job! Aren't they beautiful! First separate 50 of them...! Now, shall I start? I will drill these and make splendid Journeyman Decoration Beads.

OK, all done! Here are your beads. Good luck!

Good luck on the Trial of Guild, my friend! Could I bother you for a drink if you are passing by? I will pay if you can't, ha ha. I have much work to do, and little time to do it.

Oh my aching bones, the rains must be coming. It is so hard to work in such pain!

Leave me alone now, punk! I wish Valkon would stop sending such worthless children to me! Get lost!

Sniff, sniff...! Smells good?! Hey, aren't those mandragora berries! Thank you! Thank you very much!!!. I feel light just by smelling them!

Ah, yes! Valkon sent you? You're taking the Trial of the Guildsman, right?

"Teach me how to make a ring."

Back in the old days I had to memorize hundreds of formulas. Now they all have recipes! What will they think of next?

OK, here is the recipe for making a Journeyman Ring. Let me see...

[Production of Journeyman Ring]

[Materials] 1 Journeyman Gem, 1 Journeyman Deco Bead, 1 Steel, 10 Varnish, 10 Grade D Crystals

[Result] 1 Journeyman Ring

Steel and Varnish are commonly used and easily found. Journeyman Gems and Journeyman Deco Beads are harder to find, however.

Ask about Journeyman Gem Ask about Journeyman Deco Beads

I don't have time to explain all of this to you. Go to Warehouse Keeper Norman of Gludin. He will explain it all.

Return

Journeyman Deco Beads... Don't bother me with such trivial matters. It is better to ask Blacksmith Pinter of Gludio Castle Town. He will tell you more.

Return

What do you want now? Spit it out!!

Ask about Journeyman Gem Ask about Journeyman Deco Beads

Oh, yes, I made those keys. Would you like to know the secrets to making a key?

Spirit, patience, nature, and passion. Harmony between the key and the lock is important, too. Inner and outer harmony are equally important.

"Get to the point."

We're both Dwarves, we should stick together, right? You mustn't repeat what I am about to tell you. I have lost all of my 30 keys to the Breka Orc beggars. If word got out about this my reputation with the guild would be destroyed!

Please my young friend, could you help me this once? Please find the keys for me, it doesn't matter what condition they are in! Can I count on you? Breka Orcs can be found at Breka's Stronghold. You can, of course, find Breka orcs in Breka's Stronghold.

Please get my 30 keys back from the Breka Orcs located in Breka's Stronghold. My reputation with the guild is at stake. I would really appreciate the help. You are currently undergoing the Trial of the Guildsman, right? Then I'm sure you understand my position.

Oh thank you so much my young friend. My reputation with the guild is secured. I'm afraid they would have kicked me out for that blunder. I owe you one, friend. Please take these keys to Warehouse Keeper Norman.

You are still here? Thank you again for finding my keys, you helped me more than you know. I will pay you back someday.