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Your skin prickles when you see the old man mouth your name, for his words sound in your head as if he were standing next to you and whispering them in your ear. ‘Come hither, Lone Wolf,’ he breathes. ‘Your purpose here is known to me. I, Gwynian of Varetta, will aid your quest.’

Your immediate reaction is to turn and flee, but your Kai senses reveal that this man speaks the truth; he can help you find the Lorestone of Tahou.

Drawn by his command and your own curiosity, you climb the steps of the Magistrates’ Court and follow him into his private chambers. There he explains how he has learned of your identity and purpose.

Turn to 76.