Kurbsky - Lost Volcano Valley

[Kurbsky]
A general who came to investigate the sudden natural disasters near Moscow.
Lost Volcano Valley Quest
Location: Near Moscow

Who goes there?
Oh, an adventurer? Hello!
I'm General [Kurbsky]. I've been sent here to investigate the rash of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that have struck lately.
I found a path into an uncharted valley, and it seems that these disasters originate from around there.
Unfortunately, nearly every man I've sent into the valley has disappeared, and those who did return have fallen ill.
I could use the help of a professional adventurer like you.
You look healthy! You're just the sort of person I need.
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My research is not progressing and my troops are cold and hungry.
Please gather 100 servings of [Roasted Mutton]. It doesn't matter if you buy them or cook them yourself.

Oh, thank you very much.
Adventurers always get the job done fast!

The volcano's smoke has blotted out the sky.

We have enough food, but my men's uniforms are threadbare.
Please, help me again.
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In Northern [Moscow], there are many [White Bears].
Please gather 50 [Bear Hides].
That should be enough to keep us all warm.

Ah, excellent!
You've helped me take care of some rather urgent problems.

The volcano's smoke has blotted out the sky.

The survivors say that the [Lost Volcano Valley] is overrun by extinct creatures from long ago.
Could a lost world have resurfaced in the wake of all these disasters?
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One of the creatures they described sounds like a [Volcanic Raptor].
Perhaps you could help me gain their Item Information?

Oh, thank you.
This will surely aid my research.
I should have hired adventurers from the start!

The volcano's smoke has blotted out the sky.

Hm?
By your account, some of those raptors sound as if they were tame.
That's interesting!
There's no trace of human beings in the valley, and yet we find tamed animals!
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Since you've already encountered them, can you gather 50 [Huge Bridle] from those [Trained Raptors]?
This is worth looking into!

Wow, these are unique. I've never seen a bridle like this before!
I should spend some time examining these.
Thank you for your efforts!

The volcano's smoke has blotted out the sky.

I've spent some time studying ancient history.
I'm no expert, but these bridles definitely date back to the age of the four great civilizations.
Anyway, those of my men who returned report a stranger standing outside the [Lost Volcano Valley].
Some describe a shabbily dressed Viking, and some say that there's a cute witch who seems out of place.
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I would expect a witch to be more knowledgeable than a wounded Viking.
Since I've never seen her and don't know who she is, perhaps you can speak to her on my behalf.
I'm certain you can learn more about the [Lost Volcano Valley] from her!

What?
If this is true, than those two are legendary heroes.
Haha, what a headache.
I don't like dealing with the unexplained!

The volcano's smoke has blotted out the sky.

I've heard the name Ruric before.
He was a brave Viking hero from the past.
Maybe a thousand year ago...
Well, he might be a different person with the same name!
It's strange, considering the ancient bridals and supposedly extinct raptors that roam around this place.
No matter. I must take my revenge for the men who were killed during our research!
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My men must have been killed by the [Volcano Goblins] around [Volcano Valley].
Kill those savages!

Ah, thank you.
That should do for now.

You have your assignment.

Simple revenge is not enough, of course. I will hold a funeral for the men I've lost.
How thankful I am to have a capable adventurer like you on this journey!
The survivors said that their fallen comrades arose as ghosts and spirits after being slain in the valley.
I don't believe in ghosts, but the survivors all say there are.
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Slay the [Skeleton Spirits] and [Flame Spirits] and collect 45 [Charred Garment Pieces].
I will hold a funeral for their remains.

Oh, thank you.
Eh? Not all of these clothes belong to my men, I think.
Is there anyone else researching the area?

You have your assignment.

As far as I know, I'm the only one who is conducting research in this area. Peculiar.
Well then, I should find out where these came from!
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I've compiled all of the information collected in the survivors' reports, but there's nothing about the [Flame Spirits].
I think we can learn more from them, so please collect item information on [Flame Spirits].

Thank you.
Well, even with all this information it's difficult to tell who these clothes belonged to originally.
These certainly don't look like modern outfits.
Ancient bridles and ancient clothes? Haha.

You have your assignment.

Didn't the witch near [Volcano Valley] say that she and the Viking escaped from there?
Then, they should know more about it!
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Good.
Ask them if they know anything more substantial about ghosts and spirits!

So, how did it go?
What? Eriksson? Freydis?
And again you return with legendary names.

You have your assignment.

Given recent events, I'm willing to accept the possibility that this is a place where time has stopped.
But, as for the Viking siblings Eriksson and Freydis, I know little of them beyond their names.
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Yetis now inhabit some of the ancient Viking territories.
If we hunt them, we might be able to uncover some ancient clue.
Hunt [Brown Yetis] and [White Yetis] and grab about 40 [Broken Shield Fragments]!
HINT: You can find the Brown Yetis and the White Yetis northeast of Saint Petersburg.

Thank you.
I did some research while you were gone.
I came here because of earthquakes but now I'm researching those old Vikings. Haha.

You have your assignment.

As we thought, Eriksson and Freydis are ancient Vikings who died long ago.
Those Shield Fragments tell us that they disappeared about a thousand years ago.
No one knows why they suddenly disappeared, but...
Modern Vikings are their descendants.
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They might want to hear about this.

Oh, you're back.
I've discovered something rather interesting. Curious?

You have your assignment.

While researching the Vikings, I found an interesting bit of information.
It's about [Ruric].
The brave Viking, [Ruric], had quite a bit of influence in this area.
Back then, [Volcano Valley] was well known, but the giants and dragons around this area were the real danger.
They enslave many people and captured [Ruric]'s lover, [Kikimora]. Later, she was brutally murdered by the giants and dragons.
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You can imagine [Ruric]'s reaction, yes?
He took his greatest warriors with him into the valley, and was never seen again.
That is the end of the story.
It's a sad legend.

And now we find a [Ruric] and [Kikimora] standing around the entrance of [Lost Volcano Valley]. Quite the coincidence, don't you think?
The story is a thousand years old.

You have your assignment.

For the moment, the volcanic eruptions and earthquakes have lessened.
Did you do something?
Killed [Salamander], you say?
Impressive!
So, how is he connected to the recent disasters?
Hmm.
Well, most adventurers have their own secrets, and won't ask you to share yours.
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Thanks to you, the rest of my research will be easier. I should start on my report.
Let me ask you a little favor.
Can you make 5 [Sturdy Quill]? This will be quite the lengthy report.

(Hint: [My Info] -> [Skills] -> Quest Crafting.)

Hmm, thank you.
You never turn down even the smallest request.

You have your assignment.

I also happened to uncover some lost stories about [Lost Volcano Valley] while researching the Vikings.
Have you ever heard of [Atlantis]?
They say it was a wicked magical civilization that disappeared long ago.
It is said that [Lost Volcano Valley] was a place where they performed their experiments.
I couldn't learn any details, as there's no evidence that these stories are actually true.
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I loathe uncertainty.
But I think [Ruric] and [Kikimora], who you mentioned, must be one remaining uncertainty.
You have experienced many implausible things first hand.
Go back to them.
If they are the people from the legend, we are getting ourselves into a great mystery that bridges the ages!

Oh my God...
I can't believe I was right.
They are the real [Ruric] and [Kikimora], aren't they? Haha...
Hmm, right.
I'm a little worried about them now.
I must look after them.
I'll be responsible for their safety!
The Vikings descendents are everywhere, so he should be safe with them for the rest of his life.
I'll find a way for them to meet again!

You have your assignment.

The heroes from the past can spend their lives in comfort and I can sort things out here.
It seems there's nothing left for you to do.
[Ruric] asked me to give you this [Strange Compass].
Did he mention that it was stuck to [Raheth's Armor Ornament]?
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Well, is this what you needed?
That's great.
Anyway, take care.
You've been an invaluable help.
You seem to have many unanswered questions. I hope your next journey answers them.

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You have your assignment.