Roses of Judgment - Part III

Roses of Judgment
Quest giver	Eisa of the Rose
Next quest	Roses of Judgment - Part IV
Previous quest	Roses of Judgment - Part II
Starting Zone	City of Mercy
Ending Zone	City of Mercy
Suggested Level Range	55 - 65
Alignment Required	Althuna
Quest items used	Orb of Purity Binding Orb of the Dead Incense of Midnight Dreams Darkelven Remains Beautiful Golden Brazier Vessel of Lost Spirits
Item Reward(s)	Lieutenant's Insignia of Althuna
Alignment shifts toward	(Good) (Lawful)
Experience Reward	290,000
Related overview	Roses of Judgment - Part I Roses of Judgment - Part II Roses of Judgment - Part III Chasing Kiera Roses of Judgment - Part IV Penance

Walkthrough

Find Eisa of the Rose (City of Mercy  at -1529, -1379, 57  • Patrols South East, near the barracks) .

You say, 'Hail, Eisa of the Rose'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'Ok, listen to me very carefully <Player Name>. When you are ready, let me know. I will take you too the central tower. You will be allowed character witnesses of yourself, but no more than 5 others. I'd suggest gathering them before you decide to start this. Have them wait somewhere safe, we'll call them in when they are needed. Just remember Althunas teachings and you'll be fine.'

You say, 'I am ready for this Eisa.'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'Oh... <Player Name>... You are going to get through this. Understand me? Meet Rouf in front of the central towers.'

Go the center of the zone and find the quest version of *Judge Rouf Stoutmane.

You say, 'Hail, Judge Rouf Stoutmane'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Ah, you arrive <Player Name>. Please wait by me patiently while you are formally accused.'

Captain Aiden begins to speak. '<Player Name>, has shown nothing but insubordination and headstrongness since being assigned to me. <Player Name>'s willingness to ignore my orders, and conspire with criminals shows a disregard for our laws and way of life. This in turn is an insult to the Goddess Althuna. The accusations of being a traitor working with Marlow can also not be ignored!

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'And will anyone defend the accused?'

Tracker Vicks Sureshot says, 'I will defend <Player Name>'s character. I saw first hand the bravery and selflessness he is capable of. These are not marks of a follower of Marlow.'

Duke Thanes the Righteous says, 'Bravery is a trait worth having. But obedience is far more important. Could we trust <Player Name> to stand ground against the forces of Kaezul if he were to attack? While extreme, the question bares asking. If you cannot follow orders now, what good are you really.'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'That's not what the Sergeant Major is being accused of. The only crime I can see being committed here is halting <Player Name>'s investigation. There could be a very serious crisis developing and-'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Stay on task Eisa. The law must be followed. Private Greaven-'

Private Peters Greaven salutes. 'Your honor!'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Please tell us what you saw. Afterwards, <Player Name>, will have a chance to say a few words.'

Private Peters Greaven says, 'As my sworn testimony states, <Player Name> showed callous disregard for the authority of the Captain and senior officer, that being me. I was also poisoned-.

Eisa of the Rose says, 'You were drunk!'.

Private Peters Greaven says, 'POISONED by the defendant. I also witnessed numerous meetings between them and the criminal Grant the Bullseye, and caught <Player Name> red handed in South Newport trying to free some other unknown criminal. Grant was a known follower of Marlow, a thief, and killer. Burt, we have in custody has agreed to testify that he gave <Player Name> orders from Marlow herself.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, '<Player Name>, speak to me now. It is time for you to answer to these accusations.'

You say, 'Hail, Judge Rouf Stoutmane'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, '<Player Name>, how do you plead?'

Note: It seems like all dialog choices has the same outcome, the Trial of Purity.

[D1]

You say, 'Innocent.'

MISSING TEXT

[D2]

You say, 'Not Guilty.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Just not guilty? What else have you to say on the matter?'

[D1]

You say, 'The charges filed against me are all false. I am here because Captain Aiden has an agenda against me.'

MISSING TEXT

[D2]

You say, 'Nothing that I did is a crime. The cited incidents are being taken out of context, or simply exaggerated.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'So you think this is all just a misunderstanding? Some of the testimony is very damning <Player Name>... Duke Thanes, you look like you have something to say.'

[D3]

You say, 'Everything I've done, I would do again.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Bold words. But the question at hand is if those actions were just to begin with. Duke Thanes, you look like you have something to say.'

[D3]

You say, 'I... I plead guilty your Honor.'

MISSING TEXT

Duke Thanes the Righteous says, 'What is really at stake here is the integrity and reputation of all of us here. Of Althuna herself. Of-'

Eisa of the Rose interrupts, 'What is at stake is your own reputation since <Player Name> is technically your subordinate-'

Private Reeves interjects, 'Don't you dare interrupt Duke Thanes!'

Captain Aiden interjects, 'Who you trained! Yet here he stand, accused of the most despicable of crimes-'

Tracker Vicks Sureshot shouts, 'What crimes! There is no proof of a Marlow plot!'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane shouts, 'I will have order! Shut up the lot of ya! <Player Name>, it's time for your character witnesses. Speak to me, and follow my directions VERY carefully.'

You say, 'Hail, Judge Rouf Stoutmane'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, '<Player Name>, it is time to bring your character witnesses to speak on your behalf. Ask me to, and I shall bring them all here, everyone in your party. Make sure to tell them not to wander very far. They will be attacked.'

Bug!

I tried to have a non-Althuna player summoned to act as my witness however Captain Aiden just started to attack them right away. I didn't move on that toon at all, and was right next to Judge Rouf Stoutmane. Seems like it is best to only use other Althuna followers or someone who has never killed in the zone before.

Note: Saying "Bring my friends here so they can defend me." will summon all party members to your current location.

[D1]

You say, 'Bring my friends here so they can defend me.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Ok then. <Player Name>, follow this exactly. Please tell me 'My witness is' followed by the name of your witness. In other words, if you were going to represent yourself, which you can't, you would say 'My witness is <Player Name>'.'

[D2]

You say, 'I have no character witnesses'

MISSING TEXT

Note: Type 'My witness is <Player Name>" in say with Judge Rouf Stoutmane targeted. That person will then have to answer questions about you. You must do this three times, you may use the same person for all three.

You say, 'Hail, Judge Rouf Stoutmane'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Let it be known, that according to their own peers, <Player Name> is a <First Pick>, <Second Pick> <Third Pick>. It is time for final judgment.'

You say, 'I am ready.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'By the power granted to me by the Goddess Althuna, I hereby find the defendant NOT GUILTY on all counts.'

Duke Thanes the Righteous says, 'Not so fast Rouf. I do not feel satisfied with this out come. I would like to investigate further, and would like <Player Name> to be kept in holding until-'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'But he didn't do anything! This trial just proved that!'

Captain Aiden says, 'I too would like to appeal. I do not believe justice has been served.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Well then, if you aren't satisfied with my decision, let's up the ante. I sentence <Player Name> to the Trial of Purity.

A hush falls over the proceedings.

Eisa of the Rose says, 'You can't be serious...'

High Priest Rodger says, 'Rouf, have mercy!'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane looks over at Thanes.

Duke Thanes the Righteous says, 'Well what can I say. Of course I will follow tradition. If he makes it through the trial alive I may even apologize myself.

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'Then that's that. Judgment has been passed, and justice will soon be served. <Player Name>, speak with me to formally accept this judgment.'

You say, 'Hail, Judge Rouf Stoutmane'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane says, 'I'm sorry for this <Player Name>. But it's the only way. Live or die, you are considered innocent by partaking in the Trial of Purity, as far as Althuna is concerned. Otherwise they'd keep you judged til you gave up. No, not even Thanes can touch you if you complete this. I have faith in you. Eisa will lead you there when you are ready. You are allowed to bring up to five companions with you on this trial. I highly recommend your very best.'

Judge Rouf Stoutmane shouts, 'Court is dismissed!'

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: One trial to the next. I must gather my companions and speak with Eisa. Then I will face the Trial of Purity.

Find Keeper of Purity (City of Mercy  at -567, -234, 90  • Inside the middle building, upstairs, behind a fake wall.) .

You say, 'Hail, Keeper of Purity'

Keeper of Purity says, '<Player Name>. You have been accused of crimes and sentenced to the Trial of Purity. Are you and your companions prepared to move forward?'

You say, 'Can you tell me anymore about this trial?'

Keeper of Purity says, 'Your goal is to search the maze for the Test of Purity. Retrieve from it, an orb, and return the orb to me. That is all.'

You say, 'I am ready. Let us attempt the trial.'

You have 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete this trial. If for some reason you leave the trial area, you, and only you, may speak to me again to re-enter.

Note: You will not want to do the Test of Purity solo. Have at least one other person with you. The people you have assist you can be KoS in the zone. When you say "I am ready. Let us attempt the trial." all your party will be summoned to the start of the maze.

Note: The Test of Purity consists of going through a maze and killing A strange mechanism x 3 and then, once they are dead, you will be able to engage the Test of Purity at the end. You will also have to kill other mobs such as An agent of judgment, A guardian of the maze, and A lost miracle. You have 75 minutes to complete the test.

Note: Test of Purity drops six Orb of Purity.

Kill Test of Purity and loot Orb of Purity.

And with that the Test of Purity was passed.

Give Keeper of Purity:

• Orb of Purity

Keeper of Purity says, 'Proof perfect of a successful trial. News of your victory shall be spread.'

You gain 65,000 experience!!

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: I have completed the Trial of Purity. I should let Eisa and the others know of my success.

Return to Eisa of the Rose (City of Mercy  at -1529, -1379, 57  • Patrols South East, near the barracks) .

You say, 'Hail, Eisa of the Rose'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'We all heard you had succeeded, I am so glad you succeeded. I... I just wish I had some better news...'

You say, 'What do you mean better news...'

Eisa of the Rose says, 'While you were doing the trial... Thanes... he must have had more realized you would succeed, and wanted to spite you one more time. He moved up Grants execution. Grant's dead <Player Name>. It's done. This investigation is over. I'm very sorry.'

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: That... I have no leads, and no idea what to do next. I need guidance, and it seems that none exists. I have no idea what to do now. It would literally take a miracle to figure out what to do next...

Find Althuna the Healing Hand (City of Mercy  • Top of arena) .

ou say, 'Hail, Althuna, The Healing Hand'

Althuna, The Healing Hand says, 'I don't understand... my sacrifice... the pain I've endured. Yet the sickness runs free. How can this be..'

Althuna, The Healing Hand says, 'Well met <Player Name>. I was informed that you succeeded in the Trial of Purity. Few could manage that. I... there is something troubling you child. Would you care to share your troubles?'

You say, '[Tell her everything that has happened since you met Rouf]'

Althuna, The Healing Hand looks at you, sorrow in her eyes. 'I... this is what happens when I become distracted for too long. No this will not do. Executions may never occur away from my view. Thanes has much to answer for. As does his petty Captain. But most troubling is this poor soul... trapped and wanting help, but apparently being controlled as well. You concern for other Dalayans speaks highly of your character. I believe you should pursue this further and rescue the soul. She is being bound against her will clearly, and all spells come with a price. There must be some way to save her, and she might know what it is. I believe I know what must be done.'

You say, 'Your insight will be greatly appreciated in this matter.'

Althuna, The Healing Hand closes her eyes for a moment. She speaks after she opens them. 'I have informed Rodger of my plan. Speak with him on this matter. And good luck <Player Name>, continue to do what is right.'

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: I now have direction again. I must speak to the High Priest Rodger again. Althuna has told him what I must do.

Find High Priest Rodger (City of Mercy  at -2039, 848, 56  • Roams Inner City, Library (Passes by the doorway)) .

You say, 'Hail, High Priest Rodger'

High Priest Rodger says, 'Hail <Player Name>. Althuna informed me of the whole story. If what you say is true... Althuna believes that the spirit herself may know how to get free, but is being prevented from doing it. The plan right now is for me to summon it here, and ask. With Althuna's protection this 'Kiera' should be able to speak freely. But I will need a few supplies first.'

You say, 'Ya... figured that would be the case. Just tell me what they are and where to find them.'

High Priest Rodger laughs. 'Of course. You must get that a lot in your line of work. Here it goes. I need to control the spirits. A binding Orb of the Dead should allow this if I use it as a focus properly. The dwarves of Kaladim used to have those in great numbers, so it may still exist in there.'

High Priest Rodger says, 'The focus needs to, well focus, on something, so we'll need to find some remains of the victim. Something around where she died may have them, Althuna willing.'

High Priest Rodger says, 'Next we'll need a special incense. That's easy though, we have an agent in Kelethin, one Deirdre Grey, who makes it. Just ask her for it.'

High Priest Rodger says, 'Finally we need a special Brazier. It is made of the most beautiful gold... we used to get them from the Goblins of the Redsun Mines. We would trade them for it, though I don't know where they got them. If you are in good standing with them, you can probably just ask, otherwise find a way to get it.'

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: I hate fetching things... jotting down what I need. 1, Binding Orb of the Dead from Kaladim 2, Incense from Deirdre in Kelethin 3, Keira's remains from the Keep of Mielech 4, A Golden Brazier from the goblins of Redsun. I imagine I need to bring it all back at once to Rodger.

Find Deirdre Grey (Greater Faydark  at -215, -268  • Kelethin) .

You say, 'Hail, Deirdre Grey'

Deirdre Grey smiles broadly. 'Ah, Sergeant Major <Player Name> of the Rose Squadron. How good of you to arrive. I have been expecting you.'

You say, 'Oh have you?'

Deirdre Grey says, 'Indeed. I have the incense all prepared. If you need anymore just let me know. How is the Rose Squadron doing? I heard about what those Marlow followers did to you at the Arena. Quite ghastly. But if someone like you is a member now, they must be stronger than ever.'

You receive Incense of Midnight Dreams from Deirdre Grey.

You say, 'I didn't know that... I guess I joined up afterwards. I'll have to be sure to pay my respects to them.'

Deirdre Grey says, 'Yes, well they are probably in a better place now anyway. Remember if you need any more incense just talk to me again.'

Gather and give High Priest Rodger:

• Binding Orb of the Dead
• Incense of Midnight Dreams
• Darkelven Remains
• Beautiful Golden Brazier

High Priest Rodger says, 'Ok speak with me again when ready. When she appears question her, I'll need to keep chanting in order to keep her here..'

You gain 75,000 experience!!

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: It's time to find out what she needs. I am to speak to the High Preist when I am ready for him to start.

You say, 'Hail, High Priest Rodger'

Without speaking further the High Priest begins chanting. You feel an unnatural and otherworldly chill, similar to the one you felt in Mielech.

Kiera D'unteraux will spawn.

Kiera D`unteraux looks dead.

You say, 'Hail, Kiera D`unteraux'

Kiera D`unteraux says, 'So cold...'

You say, 'Kiera, Grant sent me to help you. I need to know whats wrong!'

Kiera D`unteraux says, 'Grant... help? Me? Help me! Puh.. Please help me!'

You say, 'I want to help you. What happened, how can I free you?'

Kiera D`unteraux says, 'Cold one... so cold... I was bad... I... the implements of my end. The things that killed me... I...'

You say, 'What do you mean? What implements, what do I do with them?'

Kiera D`unteraux starts shivering violently. 'Run... run away! Before I hurt... hurt you... Kill you! Make you bleed. You'll join us you will. My Master! Chaos and death to Dalaya!'

Kiera suddenly transforms and howls in agony! The howl causes Rodger to keel over bleeding!

Kiera D`unteraux says, 'Oh Master! I shall bring you a strong one!'

Note: This version of Kiera D`unteraux that you must fight is light blue and should be fairly easy to take care of solo @ 65.

Another version of Kiera D`unteraux spawns and attack you.

Kill Kiera D`unteraux.

Keira's form dissipates, but this time the chill moves! It is apparently free now.

High Priest Rodger shouts, 'Quickly speak with me again before it is too late!'

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Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: Kiera is free! I've got to find her before she causes anyone harm. No matter what it takes.

Complete Chasing Kiera.

Return to High Priest Rodger (City of Mercy  at -2039, 848, 56  • Roams Inner City, Library (Passes by the doorway)) .

You say, 'Hail, High Priest Rodger'

High Priest Rodger says, 'I feel her presence... hand me the vessel.'

Give High Priest Rodger:

• Vessel of Lost Spirits

High Priest Rodger says, 'You did it <Player Name>! It couldn't have been easy, but you'd best keep the vessel for now. For I have matters of great importance to discuss with you. Before we go on, hand me your Insignia, Sergeant Major.'

You gain 75,000 experience!!

Your journal has been updated. [Roses of Judgment]

 

Journal Text: I've returned to Rodger with the Vessel. He says to keep it for now and speak to him further.

High Priest Rodger returned Vessel of Lost Spirits to you.

Give High Priest Rodger:

• Sgt. Major's Insignia

High Priest Rodger says, 'Congratulations Lieutenant. Wear this with pride.'

You gain 75,000 experience!!

You receive Lieutenant's Insignia of Althuna from High Priest Rodger.