Bestowal Dialogue
Determined to aid his son, Durin, and the Dwarves of the Gabil'akkâ to reclaim Mount Gundabad, King Thorin Stonehelm hopes to enlist an unexpected ally at the Lonely Mountain.
Background
Determined to aid his son, Durin, and the Dwarves of the Gabil'akkâ to reclaim Mount Gundabad, King Thorin Stonehelm hopes to enlist the aid of an old friend.
Objective 1
- Talk to King Thorin at Vosh Torú
King Thorin can be found at Vosh Torú.
You have come with King Thorin on an errand to Vosh Torú. You should talk to King Thorin.
- King Thorin: 'Ah, good! Hersegg is home.
- 'It has been too long since last I spoke to Hermáth...
King Thorin notes a look of surprise on your face. After a moment, he raises an eyebrow in what seems to be some sort of amusement.
- 'Hah! Hermáth may have grown old, but he is still a hale warrior--and very much alive! I thought that was clear, my friend!
- 'Hersegg seems quite engrossed in her reading. Would you find out if Hermáth is around?
Objective 2
- Talk to Hersegg at Vosh Torú
Hersegg can be found at Vosh Torú.
After arriving at Vosh Torú, you have learned that Hersegg's errand involves her grandather, Hermáth. You should talk to Hersegg.
- Hersegg: 'Oh, I am sorry, <name>. I didn't even hear you come in!
You ask Hersegg if Hermáth is around, also nothing the slight misunderstanding you had with King Thorin regarding her grandfather.
- 'Grandfather Hermáth? I never said he was dead!
Hersegg chuckles to herself.
- 'Yes, yes, of course. I'll let him know that King Thorin is here.
Objective 3
Hersegg can be found at Vosh Torú.
You should wait for Hersegg.
- Hersegg says, That's enough reading for now anyway!
- Hersegg says, I'll be just a moment, King Thorin.
- Hersegg says, Please, come!
As Hersegg crosses back into the hall, she beckons you forth
- King Thorin III says, Come along, <name>.'
Objective 4
King Thorin can be found at Vosh Torú.
Hersegg has told you to come and speak with her grandfather. You should follow King Thorin and meet Hermáth Stormhammer.
As you enter, Hermáth turns to greet you
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Ah, Thorin!
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, I bid you welcome, King Under the Mountain.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, But... who is this?
Hermáth looks at you appraisingly
Objective 5
Hermáth Stormhammer can be found at Vosh Torú.
You have entered Vosh Torú and found Hermáth Stormhammer. You should meet Hermáth Stormhammer.
Objective 6
- Hail Hermáth Stormhammer and introduce yourself
Hermáth Stormhammer can be found at Vosh Torú.
You have met Hermáth Stormhammer and he seems eager to meet you in turn. You should hail Hermáth Stormhammer and introduce yourself.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, It is an honour to meet you, <name>.
- I am Hermáth Stormhammer.
- Hero of Azanulbizar, Keeper of Járnfast...
- Defender of the Lonely Mountain...
- Wielder of Theneb-adhâr, the Thunderstrike...
- Hersegg says, Grandfather of Hersegg!
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Yes, yes, Grandfather of Hersegg...
- And Father of....
- Bah! Just call me Hermáth.
Objective 7
- Talk to King Thorin at Vosh Torú
King Thorin can be found at Vosh Torú.
After introducing yourself, King Thorin has gestured for you to come speak with him. You should talk to King Thorin.
- King Thorin: 'A moment, <name>?
King Thorin clears his throat, seemingly a bit uneasy.
- 'I believe it is time I spoke to Hermáth--both to offer him a proposal and to apologise.
Objective 8
- Listen to King Thorin and Hermáth
King Thorin and Hermáth Stormhammer can be found at Vosh Torú.
After introducing yourself, King Thorin has asked to speak with Hermáth Stormhammer. You should listen.
King Thorin III says, Let me start by thanking Hersegg and <name>...
- It is because of them that we now speak.
- Although Hersegg has told you of the reason for my visit, I have also come to apologise.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Apologise? What for?
- King Thorin III says, May I speak plainly, Hermáth?
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Of course, my King.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Is something troubling you?
- King Thorin III says, It is about Durin...
- King Thorin III says, Your son, Durin.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, I see.
- King Thorin III says, When the Easterlings crossed through the Ironfold, I did what I thought was best.
- With war at our doorstep, I ordered my son to remain within Járnfast until the battle's end.
- At the time, it seemed the wisest course.
- But as of late, I find myself questioning that decision... and ashamed of its cost.
- Like my father, your son Durin died in the defence of the Lonely Mountain.
- He and so many other brave dwarves fell that Durin's Folk might endure.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, Aye, he was a skilled warrior. Far better than I!
- King Thorin III says, But then I remembered how you and father would speak when I was a boy...
- You believed that your son would be Durin come again--Durin the Deathless reborn at last!
- But now I fear I have wrought a fate for our sons against the design of the First Crafter.
- What would have been if my Durin joined the battle?
- Would their fates have been different?
- Would your son have lived? Would mine have fallen in his stead?
- You were my father's dearest friend, Hermáth.
- And I... I have stolen from you something that can never be repaid.
- I... have left Hersegg without a father.
- Though not of blood, you are my kin, and I have failed you.
- How could I dare to ask anything else of you?
You notice Thorin has begun weeping.
Hermáth Stormhammer says, Oh, Thorin...
- I cannot help but see Dáin's boy behind those eyes.
- When some mocked you as 'Stone Helm', I knew better.
- I did not begrudge you your decisions then, and neither do I now.
- My son Durin was a hero!
- I mourn him as any father would, but you bear a needless burden.
- I do not look back in anger or bitterness... but with pride.
- Durin was my son, and I loved him.
- Do not mistake our sorrows for your guilt.
- If their fates were truly wrought by the First Crafter, it would have come to pass just the same.
- You are the King Under the Mountain!
- You have always known wisdom beyond your years.
- Tell me, Thorin. Do I speak falsely?
- Dry your tears, my King.
- You wish for me to aid your son and his Gabil'akkâ. Is that right?
- King Thorin III says, Yes.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, You need only have asked.
- Hermáth Stormhammer says, I will do it, Thorin.
- King Thorin III says, Thank you, Hermáth.
- King Thorin III says, I do not know what to say...
Objective 9
- Talk to King Thorin at Vosh Torú
King Thorin can be found at Vosh Torú.
After speaking with Hermáth Stormhammer, King Thorin seems relieved. You should talk to King Thorin.
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