Guarded Hope  

Realm:Midgard
Start Zone: Frontlines (Mid)
Start NPC:Sergeant Lutho
Catacombs expansion Required
Class:All
Type:Regular
Min Level:27
Max Level:50
Grants XP:Yes
Grants Coin:Yes
Rating:
*****
(From 1 rating)
Related NPCs:
  Brugar
  Kraid
  Spiritmaster Londa
Related Items:
  Charred Kobold Bones
  Jadmir's Figurine
  Lutho's Figurine
  Note from Brugar
  Tankard of Stale Ale
Last Updated:Sat Nov 6 02:17:39 2010
DISCLAIMER: Your Steps and Tasks may be different

Brief Walkthrough:
1) Speak with Sergeant Lutho at loc=26465,19198 The Frontlines.
2) Sergeant Lutho sends you to speak with Spiritmaster Londa, loc= loc=26920,35388,15864 The Frontlines.
3) Kill Kraid at loc=26884,35339 The Frontlines. /USE the "Note from Brugar" you got off Kraid.
4) Kill Brugar at loc=23975,34338 The Frontlines, /Use the "Tankard of Stale Ale" over the campfire, then /search.
5) Return to Sergeant Lutho and hand him "Jadmir's Figurine"
6) Go to Spiritmaster Londa and hand her "Charred Kobold Bones" (loc=25k, 22k Frontlines)
7) Return to Sergeant Lutho and continue to speak with him for your reward.

lvl 41 Thane received 69,358,968 experience, 1 gold and Ring of Kinship.

Dialog from Quest:
Speak with Sergeant Lutho at loc=26465,19198,16536 dir=22 The Frontlines.

Sergeant Lutho says, "Hello, (your name). Did you come from the Kobold [Undercity]?"

Sergeant Lutho says, "It's quite an impressive sight, but it's not the same as home. You see, I come from Nyttheim originally. My brother and I left the city together in search of [help]."

Sergeant Lutho says, "We traveled through the Frontlines together, but we were attacked by a band of half-orcs and became separated. I was able to make it to the Kobold Undercity, but I don't know what [became] of him."

Sergeant Lutho says, "I joined the Kobold Forces in the Undercity in hopes of finding Jadmir and returning to Nyttheim, but unfortunately, my duties have kept me from the search. Will you help me search for Jadmir?"

Will you help Sergeant Lutho find his brother? [Level 27]
You have been given the Guarded Hope quest.


Sergeant Lutho says, "Thank you for your help, (your name). Once we left Nyttheim, we made our way into a vast cavern that I later learned was called the [Frontlines]. "

[Step #1] Speak with Sergeant Lutho about his brother, Jadmir. If Sergeant Lutho stops talking, ask him about his journey with Jadmir through the [Frontlines].

Sergeant Lutho says, "Without any maps or charts, we wandered through the Frontlines, skirting half-orc and gnoll encampments. They seemed disorganized at first, but then we stumbled into a band of half-orcs led by a [chieftain]."

Sergeant Lutho says, "We tried to avoid his scouts, but they discovered us. Don't let anyone tell you that half-orcs aren't clever, (your name), for they separated us. I managed to escape, but I was never able to find [Jadmir]."

Sergeant Lutho says, "I eventually found my way to this outpost and told these Kobolds my story. Odagi, the leader of the Kobold Undercity, accepted me into the Kobold Forces, and offered his help in the attempt to liberate Nyttheim. He tells me that Spiritmaster Londa may be able to help track down my brother with the use of something Jadmir owned or made. When we were boys, Jadmir carved a small set of stone figurines in the forms of the gods and gave one to each of the children in my family. We've carried them with us [ever since]."

Sergeant Lutho says, "It's not like him to go anywhere without his figurine. If I give you mine, you can take it to Spiritmaster Londa and see if she can use it locate my brother. She should be in one of the other tents here in the outpost."

You receive a Lutho's Figurine from Sergeant Lutho!

[Step #2] Speak with Spiritmaster Londa. She can be found at one of the tents in the Frontlines outpost.
  • Spiritmaster Londa can be found at loc=24830,22469,15863 dir=25 The Frontlines.


  • Spiritmaster Londa says, "Ah, yes, I've heard about Sergeant Lutho's missing brother. If you possess an object that Jadmir owned or created, it will still have an affinity for his spirit. I can [enchant] it so that it will help the spirits locate its maker."

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "I see you have a figurine carved by Sergeant Lutho's brother. That will do nicely. Please hold it up in front of you while I [cast the spell]."

    (your name) holds up Lutho's Figurine while Spiritmaster Londa prepares her spell.

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "There, the figurine that Sergeant Lutho gave you should glow brightly in the presence of anything crafted by Jadmir. Allow me a moment to consult the spirits and see if they can tell you where to begin your [search]."

    Spiritmaster Londa casts a spell!

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "The spirits tell me that Jadmir possessed a figurine similar to the one given you by Lutho, and that he brought it with him on the journey from Nyttheim. When I asked about Jadmir, the spirits would only tell me that they can see the figurine in an area to the south of here, not far from the passage to the Kobold Undercity. The spirits mention a second name in connection with this figurine, 'Kraid.' They do not know who it is or how it is connected to the plight of Jadmir. That is all I can say for now, (your name), but before you go, I must warn you to take care in the [Frontlines]."

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "This outpost stands in the middle of a war zone. Odagi's first expedition into the Frontlines found it abandoned and in disrepair. At the same time that we reoccupied the outpost, Odagi ordered the construction of Nidavellir's Wall in order to protect the Undercity from the half-orc and gnoll onslaught. Even now, they continue to besiege us here and at the gates of the city. Do not let them catch you off guard, for they are merciless, (your name)."

    [Step #3] Go east of the outpost to the cavern wall, then travel to the south. When the tunnel toward the Undercity comes into view, look for Kraid to the west.
  • Kraid can be found at loc=26920,35388,15864 dir=285 The Frontlines. Kill him and upon his death you will get the following message:
      A quick search of Kraid's corpse reveals a crumpled note. Your quest journal has been updated.
  • [Step #4] Read the Note from Brugar that you found on Kraid's corpse. (to read the note, right click on it and /use it)

    You attempt to use the Note from Brugar.
    Caught 'nother blueskin today. Good dinner tonight. Blueskin had small strange rock shaped like god. I keep for luck. You hunt east today, maybe find more blueskins, maybe more lucky rocks.

    [Step #5] Brugar's note to Kraid seems to indicate that he captured a kobold meeting Jadmir's description. Search for Brugar's camp to the west of the site of your battle with Kraid.
  • You can find Brugar at loc=23975,34338,15890 dir=236 The Frontlines, when you get there you will get the following pop-up message:
      As you approach the campfire, Lutho's Figurine begins to glow brightly, Jadmir's Figurine must be nearby.
    Kill Brugar, when you kill Brugar this message pop's up:
      After killing Brugar, you sieze the tankard of ale from his spot by the campfire. Your quest journal has been updated
  • [Step #6] There doesn't appear to be any obvious evidence at Brugar's campsite. Using Brugar's leftover ale, douse the campfire and search it for any sign of Jadmir.(To use an item, right click on it and type /use.
  • When you /use the "Tankard of Stale Ale" you'll get the following message:
      You pour the remnants of Brugar's ale into the fire, extinguishing it. /Search the fire for signs of Jadmir.
  • [Step #7] /Search the ashes of the campfire for the figurine dropped by Brugar and any other evidence of Jadmir.

    In the ashes of the campfire, you discover a few bone fragments and a figurine matching the one given to you by Lutho.

    [Step #8] Return to Sergeant Lutho at the Frontlines outpost and hand him Jadmir's Figurine when he asks about your progress.

    Sergeant Lutho says, "You've returned! Were you able to find Jadmir by tracking the location of his figurine with Spiritmaster Londa's magic?"

    Hand Sergeant Lutho "Jadmir's Figurine."

    Sergeant Lutho says, "Yes, this is Jadmir's figurine, but it's a bit scorched. Where did you find it? Was Jadmir [there]?"

    Sergeant Lutho takes the figurine from you and looks around excitedly.

    Sergeant Lutho pales as you describe discovering the kobold bones in Brugar's campfire.

    Sergeant Lutho says, "Bones, that's all that's left of Jadmir? How can I be sure? Wait...Take those bones to Spiritmaster Londa and see if she can identify them as Jadmir's. I have to know for sure."

    [Step #9] Speak with Spiritmaster Londa about the Charred Kobold Bones. Perhaps she can identify them as the remains of Jadmir.
    (loc=25k, 22k Frontlines)

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "Ah, you're back. I hope that the enchantment I placed on the figurine was helpful in your [search] for Jadmir."

    You describe your run-in with Brugar and your search of his campsite for Spiritmaster Londa.

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "Yes, I can try to identify the bones. Hand them to me, please."

    Spiritmaster Londa accepts the the charred kobold bones and begins chanting over them.

    Spiritmaster Londa casts a spell!

    Spiritmaster Londa says, "These bones don't belong to Jadmir! The spirits tell me they belonged to a kobold of Nyttheim who had been possessed by evil for a long time when he died. No, Jadmir's spirit still lives. You must tell Sergeant Lutho right away!"

    [Step #10] Return to Sergeant Lutho in the Frontlines outpost with the news that the bones are those of a possessed kobold and not Jadmir.

    Sergeant Lutho says, "What did Spiritmaster Londa [say]?"

    Sergeant Lutho says, "She said they belonged to a possessed kobold? That's both good and bad news. I'm relieved to hear that Jadmir lives, but now that he's lost his figurine, I don't know how I can ever [find him]..."

    Sergeant Lutho says, "Still, I feel much better knowing that there is still hope that I will one day find him. I must thank you for your efforts. Please accept this [ring]. It safeguarded me on my journey from Nyttheim and perhaps it will do the same for you."

    [Step #11] Keep speaking to Sergeant Lutho about the [ring] he offered you as a reward.

    You are awarded 69,358,968 experience!

    Sergeant Lutho says, "Here is the ring I promised. Spiritmaster Londa tells me that even now, she is working on finding another way to locate Jadmir. Gods willing, someday we'll carry on the fight for Nyttheim together. Be well, (your name)."

    You are awarded 1 gold and some silver!
    You receive a Ring of Kinship from Sergeant Lutho!


    lvl 41 received 69,358,968 experience.


    Champion lvl received 35 pts.

    Rewards:
    Ring of Kinship (str/qui) -- Thane
    Ring of Kinship (acu) -- Runemaster

    Rewards:
      Ring of Kinship (str/qui)
      Ring of Kinship (acu)

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    Post Comment
    Londa's loc
    # Dec 03 2006 at 3:25 AM Rating: Decent
    is 25k, 22k
    Londa's loc
    # Dec 03 2006 at 3:25 AM Rating: Decent
    is 25k, 22
    Kraid location incorrect
    # Aug 02 2006 at 7:30 AM Rating: Good
    *
    108 posts
    I've been staring at the exact location for Kraid that's posted above in game and he's most definitely not there.

    I'm thinkin' someone typo'd the location when they reported it...and not while I was searching for it.

    The correct location is noted on his image (see Kraid link under Related NPCs).

    Location: 26920,35388,15864



    Edited, Aug 2nd 2006 at 8:36am EDT by Kirsteg
    Champion XP
    # Oct 25 2005 at 6:12 PM Rating: Good
    *
    83 posts
    At 50, 2,080,769 xp and 35 Champion XP.
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