Verdentine Magnan

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Verdentine Magnan Male Aluvian Entomologist Non-Player Killer Level 28 Strength 72 Endurance 149 Coordination 86 Quickness 91 Focus 215 Self 228 Health 175 Stamina 289 Mana 278 Location: 75.5N, 20.6W on a hill in Grievver Valley near Stonehold

Notes

• Route: See Stonehold
• Accepts dyed and/or stamped flags in exchange for a fresh white unstamped flag.
• When you hand him various Olthoi or Grievver type items, he will examine them and then hand them back with different responses (inscribed items will be returned uninscribed).
• Yes, he does his best to look like a Derethian Spiderman.

Lore & Dialog

Verdentine Magnan writes something into a book of notes, mutters a bit and continues writing.

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Verdentine Magnan says, "Fascinating!"

Verdentine Magnan says, "Did you see that!? One of the Grievvers just motioned as if to warn another one! Perhaps this is a basic form of non-verbal communication or maybe a hierarchical order, I must record this and study it further."

Verdentine Magnan says, "What are they up to?"

Verdentine Magnan says, "Remarkable creatures!"

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I'm afraid I find the recent Grievver activity in this valley somewhat unsettling. They seem to guard the area against all other creatures. I've never seen Grievvers build a nest, but I think that's just what they are doing. Perhaps the lack of Shadow influence for so long is allowing them to return to a more natural existence. If you think yourself brave enough I would be very grateful to know what they are doing in the far east of the valley."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "This I know for a fact. The Grievvers cannot abide the presence of Olthoi. They will fight fiercely against them whenever the two come in contact. This leads me to believe that the Grievvers and Olthoi share some common origin."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I believe that the Grievvers have a complex social order. I can often see one deferring to another in combat or during feeding. Yet it doesn't appear to be a purely physical hierarchy since I've seen a smaller Grievver receive deferential treatment. Perhaps they also recognize intelligence or magical ability as dominating traits. It's all very interesting!"

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I have a theory on how Grievvers perceive the world. They have no evident visual organs, yet they seem to move about quite easily."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "From what I have learned and deduced I believe Grievvers come from the same world as the Olthoi, but unlike the Olthoi they were bent to the will of the Shadows. This undoubtedly changed them in ways I cannot say. Perhaps they used to have eyes, perhaps not, I think they may use magics now to attain a view of the world. If so, they can probably see things that we cannot. Or it may be that they have a heightened sense of smell that which allows them to move about and find prey."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "At some point I may try and get a specimen to dissect to learn more, but my work here is currently more important."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Grievvers eat whatever they can catch. I see them dragging rabbits, aurochs and other creatures. Yesterday I saw them drag an injured Olthoi to the west of the valley where I expect they have a nest of sorts. Unfortunately many young warriors and mages new to the world also fall prey to the Grievvers out of inexperience."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "What? A minor setback? Ah, yes the lifestones. You wouldn't think that was any worse than the hundreds of other ways we can die and be reborn anew into this world, but Grievvers prefer to eat their food alive I'm afraid. They try to injure their prey and cocoon it for consumption at their convenience. I... I sometimes hear horrible sounds from down their. Be careful here I beg you."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I recently tried to get recognition at the Arcanum for my work on Grievvers. Do you know what they told me?"

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "They said chasing bugs is "just an eccentric hobby" not worthy of funding. Well, I don't need the Queen's backing. I'm sure that my work will bear fruit and prove its worth to those skeptics someday."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I fear that they may detect my camp here on the hill and figure a way up. I'm not much of a fighter I'm afraid."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Did you see that? A little Grievver! I wonder if it's a different species or just a juvenile."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "No, I can't have a campfire. It might attract the Grievvers."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Small price to pay really."

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Verdentine Magnan gazes dreamily into the distance.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Imagine having the abilities of a Grievver! You could climb almost any surface. Your strength would be magnified many times that of a normal human. You could spin webs, although that seems rather useless unless you want to catch your lunch... You reactions would be enhanced and you might have senses beyond those we are aware of."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I know that sounds silly, but I often daydream about such things."

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Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I am very interested in insect trophies and body parts. You can learn much about a creature from its remains. If you have any I would greatly enjoy looking them over. Don't worry I'll return them after I've examined them. I do however have a powerful appetite and cannot make the same assurances about food. Haha!"

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Item Interactions

A Gardener Pincer

You give Verdentine Magnan A Gardener Pincer.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I've heard of these. Apparently they are quite valuable on Marae Lassel. I really need to take a trip to the island to study the Olthoi there. I've even heard rumors of a new Olthoi Queen. There just isn't enough time is there? Oh well, my work here is fascinating too."

Verdentine hands the pincer back to you.

Verdentine Magnan gives you A Gardener Pincer.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Very interesting, thank you."

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Olthoi Carapace

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Carapace.

Verdentine eyes grow extremely wide as he surveys the Olthoi Carapace you hand him.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Did you take this from a Queen?"

For a brief moment Verdentine looks extremely dangerously, then the anger leaves his features leaving a look of sad resignation.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I wasn't sure if the rumors were true... Now I'll never be able to see her alive, I can only hope that she wasn't the last."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "You must be quite a skilled hunter to have recovered this whole. I just can't get over this size of this Carapace. Thank you for showing me this."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Carapace.

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Olthoi Cuirass

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Cuirass.

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Cuirass.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Here we have one of the most beautiful examples of natural armor. The Olthoi Carapace is perfectly suited to resisting heavy blows and attacks as well as sharp piercing strikes. This cuirass is lighter than most and stronger too, a fine piece of work. Thank you for allowing me to study it, may it protect you always."

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Olthoi Ichor

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Ichor.

(he pretends to drink it)

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Haha, just kidding! I know what this stuff is and I very seriously doubt I would like the taste of it. However be forewarned, I wouldn't open this here if I were you. The Grievvers have a fierce dislike of the Olthoi and I'm afraid that the smell of this stuff, if in fact Grievvers can smell, would bring them running in droves."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Ichor.

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Velveteen Olthoi

You give Verdentine Magnan Velveteen Olthoi.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "How Clever! It's really a very good likeness of an Olthoi. What will they think of next?"

(after some time passes, he laughs and gives it back)

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Oh, right you want your doll back. Here, take it."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Velveteen Olthoi.

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Pack Grievver

You give Verdentine Magnan Pack Grievver.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Oh! It's not real! Haha, very funny. Of course you wouldn't think it so funny if you had been bitten by one of the little nippers."

(after some time passes, he laughs and gives it back)

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Oh, this isn't mine to keep? Well, have it back I guess."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Pack Grievver.

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Olthoi Helm (Retired)

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Helm.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Ah, my friend the Olthoi Hunter has made you a fine helmet. May it serve you well, at least better than it served its original owner."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Haha, it's not often I have company to laugh with."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Helm.

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Vial of Organic Acid

You give Verdentine Magnan Vial of Organic Acid.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I see you've harvested some of the rare Grievver Acid. Very powerful stuff! By the way, don't open this anywhere around here. If the Grievvers pick up on it they could cause you no end of trouble."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Vial of Organic Acid.

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Head of the Olthoi Queen

You give Verdentine Magnan Head of the Olthoi Queen.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "I am... joyed to be able to examine this specimen. You have done a mighty deed for sure. A very nice mounting job as well, looks like Tumerok craftsmanship."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Head of the Olthoi Queen.

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Olthoi Helm

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Helm.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "A newer version of my friend's famous helm. Look at that craftsmanship! He uses the Olthoi head's natural strengths and adds to them where the shell is weakest. A beautiful helm. You are very lucky to own one."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Helm.

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Olthoi Claw

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Claw.

The researcher hefts the claw in his hands.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Extremely lightweight, yet amazingly strong and look at the sharp edge here. They can pierce armor with these things as easily as you do with a sword. Speaking of which, you can have this crafted into a sword by my friend who still lives in Newic. His name is... come to think of it, I don't know his name. Huh! Everyone just calls him the Olthoi Hunter."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Claw.

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Olthoi Head

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Head.

Verdentine holds the Olthoi Head up reverently peering through the eyeholes.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "The Olthoi is a marvel of nature. I would love to see the world they can from, their natural environment must be very harsh and demanding to require so much armor."

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Have you thought of making a helmet out of it? I have a friend who crafts items from Olthoi trophies. He lives in Newic, I'm sure he would be happy to make this into a helm for you. He's known as the Olthoi Hunter."

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Head.

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Olthoi Egg

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Egg.

Verdentine pokes a hole in the egg with his finger. He eyes the contents for a second and then tips the egg to his mouth and drinks it down.

A wave of nausea washes over you.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Delicious! And it will keep me going while I'm out here in the field. Thank you."

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Olthoi Sword

You give Verdentine Magnan Olthoi Sword.

Verdentine Magnan hefts the weapon in his hand and examines the blades black luster.

Verdentine Magnan tells you, "Its lighter than steel and sharper than most non-magical weapons. It's odd that you can fight Olthoi with their own appendages. You would think it would cause them some confusion as well... Perhaps it just makes them angry. A fine sword!"

Verdentine Magnan gives you Olthoi Sword.