Here, Daeva. I need to talk to you about the Tursin tribe.

They're are a fairly minor tribe as far as the Krall go, but the Krall are never pushovers.

The Balaur knew that, which is why they decided to use the Krall rather than exterminate them back before the Cataclysm. Personally, I wouldn't be surprised if they're still serving the Balaur.

• "The Balaur?"

Ah, right--your memory. I'll put it this way, Daeva. Some say the Asmodians are the greatest threat to our way of life. Others say those people just haven't met a Balaur.

I haven't seen one myself, to be honest. But I know people with family members who've ascended and fought in the Abyss. Apparently, the Balaur don't leave many survivors.

Anyway, let's focus on the immediate threat and put a stop to the Kobolds' attempts to extract Aether.

• "How can I help?"

Order: The Kobolds want to extract the power of Aether from Odium. Stop them with Vice Captain Tula help.

Our scouts tell us the Kobolds have been boiling something in a cauldron--probably experimenting with the Odium. It's imperative we learn what they're planning.

Infiltrate the Kobold compound, steal a sample from that cauldron, and take it to Pernos out on Agaric Spore Road; he's the only one with the expertise to analyse the substance.

By the way, Pernos is a bit of a hermit, so don't expect him to welcome you with open arms.

• "It will be done."

What? I don't have any words of wisdom for you, Daeva.

State your business or be gone.

• "Well, you see..."

You won't hear me say this often, but you were right to come to me.

Should the Krall learn to manipulate Aether, the forest will suffer along with the rest of Poeta.

I can perform a preliminary test on the substance now, if you'll hand it to me.

• "Here you go."

Hm, based on the analysis of the components, a Neutraliser can be made from it.

But I’m missing some materials. Bring me 3 Mushroom Spores quickly.

You’ll find them on Shade Fungen on the Agaric Spore Road.

Hurry before I change my mind.

• "I'll be right back."

You must be in a hurry, the speed you came back.

I trust you have the Mushroom Spores I asked for?

• You hand him the Mushroom Spores.

Wait a moment. I will make a Neutraliser for you.

Now we add finely ground Abex Horn and Bellepig Fat to the water from Cliona Lake, then Fermented Wine and finally Mushroom Spores…

• "Is it ready?"

You’re either a liar or a fool, Daeva. I tolerate neither.

Now, fetch me the Mushroom Spores this instant!

• "Forgive me. I'll return with them."

You're more impatient than I am. I like that in a person.

Now, it just needs a little shake, and... that's it.

All right, go back to the Cauldron and pour this into it. It's toxic, so handle it carefully.

• "Thank you, Pernos."

There you are, Daeva! Our Kabarah Strip Mine scouts tell me you were successful in your mission.

You've set the Krall refining operation back a good bit. Outstanding work--it seems your growing reputation is well deserved.

Report to Captain Kalio--he's asked for you personally.

• "Faith and arms."

I've heard about your accomplishments, Daeva. In fact, Tula gave me quite a glowing report.

You're setting a fine example for the others--keep it up and you'll be in line for a promotion before long.

Here's your reward.

Tula said that the Dukaki are trying to extract Aether from Odium.

To prevent the Tursin Krall, who controlled the Kobolds, from using the power of Aether, you first decided to analyse the components of the liquid.

After taking the samples you obtained to Pernos, he analysed them and produced a Neutraliser. You then poured Pernos’s Neutraliser into the Odium Cauldron, thwarting the enemy’s plan.