Quest:Instance: The Defence of Faldham

Instance: The Defence of Faldham
Level	80
Type	Solo
Starts with	Elfmar
Starts at	Mead Hall of Faldham
Start Region	Norcrofts
Quest Chain	Faldham

Quest Chain

[79] The Elfward [79] A Different Breed [79] Resonating Fear [79] Disturbed Forces - Landscape [79] The Corrupted Matrons [79] Smarter than Average - Landscape [79] Fields of Uncertainty [79] Swift Revenge [79] Freeing the Steeds [79] An End to Lending [79] Barricading the Homes [79] Goods of Value [80] Pressed from All Sides [80] The Prisoner Returns or Leader of the Nink-hai [80] Reversal of Sabotage - Landscape [80] A Familiar Tactic - Landscape [80] The Coming Storm [80] Holding Back the Tide [80] The Defence of Faldham [80] Instance: The Defence of Faldham [80] To Eaworth - vector to Eaworth

Walkthrough & Notes

It's best to ignore directions given by this quest as they are possibly intentionally confusing. Nothwulf is at [54.6S, 56.4W] due East of Faldham. He may be southwest of Elfward but otherwise all other directions are misleading. The quest says he is along the road near the southern farms, but he is in the eastern farms, at a crossroad between houses. Osin appears after a group of mounted enemies is defeated to take Nothwulf's place. He does not need to be located. Just wait for him to come to you. You can look for him at [55.2S, 56.6W] Langfrith is at [55.2S, 56.5W] He is at the front gate of Faldham. The commanders are outside and north of Feldmar, riding the field. Elfmar is at [55.2S, 56.5W] He is at the front gate of Faldham. Tips: Keep the mounted helper targeted and use target forwarding. You can set that in Options under combat. When you get near a group of enemies, follow the leader as best you can and press ~ or ` button on your keyboard to engage auto attack. Then use attacks as normal. It helps to have target rings visible so you know which orc the NPC is attacking and give that one chase. If you lose the NPC, it can be hard to locate him and you end up hitting a lot of invisible walls. That's why it's easier to keep him targeted and follow him. If you have a way to force the enemy to charge you or stay near you, use it.

Rewards
None

Quest Text

Bestowal dialogue "Thane Elfmar has rallied the Elfward for the coming assault against Faldham, hoping to repel the assembled White Hand force." Background Thane Elfmar has gathered the Elfward and prepared for a strike against the village of Faldham. The Rohirrim intend to defend against the waves of Orcs and Uruks without the aid of Athelward or Théoden's riders. Objective 1 Defend Faldham with the help of Thane Elfmar Elfmar remains ready, just north of the road fork at the north edge of Faldham. The defence against the White Hand forces has begun, and Thane Elfmar seems both confident and prepared. Elfmar: 'The enemy forces have reached the threshold of Faldham. The Elfward have taken up positions around the perimeter to defend our borders, but they will need your assistance. 'I expect the first waves to come from the north. Ride with me aas we watch the northern bordres. Take courage, and fight well.' Defend Faldham with the help of Thane Elfmar Thane Elfmar says, "Foes spotted, just ahead!" Thane Elfmar says, "More enemies on the plains ahead!" Thane Elfmar says, "'Ready your weapon, another surge of invaders!" Thane Elfmar defeated the White-hand Skirmisher. Thane Elfmar says, "The bands of enemies hesitate. Let us speak for a moment." Objective 2 Speak to Thane Elfmar Elfmar remains ready, just north of the road fork at the north edge of Faldham. Thane Elfmar wishes to speak with you about the defences of Faldham. Elfmar: 'The initial surge of riders has been dealt with, and I will be able to hld the North-east edge on my own. 'Nothwulf was protecting the perimeter a short distance to the south, I would ask that you see to his success there.' Elfmar has asked you to aid Nothwulf to the south Objective 3 Ride with Nothwulf to defend the southern perimeter Nothwulf can be found to the south, along the road. Elfmar has asked you to aid Nothwulf defend the southern perimeter. Nothwulf: 'I am pleased to have you along with me, <name>. Let us show these invaders the merit of the Elfward!' Ride with Nothwulf to defend the southern perimeter Nothwulf says, "The enemy riders rally ahead of us." Nothwulf says, "Look foward! They are trying to break through our defences!" Nothwulf says, "Brace yourself, they prepare to strike once more!" Nothwulf says, "Hold and speak with me for a moment!" Objective 4 Speak with Nothwulf about the defences Nothwulf awaits at the southern edge of Faldham. Nothwulf wishes to speak about the ongoing defence of the town. Nothwulf: 'We still hold the southern edge intact, the enemy whall not penetrate from thsi side while I remain vigilant. 'The enemy will try to find another way around our defences. Osin will need your aid to the west, while I remain behind to watch the flank.' Nothwulf has asked you to aid Osin defend to the west Objective 5 Wait for Osin to approach Osin has approached Nothwulf from the west Nothwulf says, "May fortune favour you. I depart to protect the eastern farms." Ride with Osin to defend the south-west edge of Faldham Osin: 'To the west, I spotted several bands of Orcs headed towards Faldham. They seem to be pressing from every flank. 'I came at once. I require your aid if we are to dispose of the attacking foes.' Osin says, "More of those foul invaders are in our path, <name>." Osin says, "Stay alert, I hear more of them approaching." Osin says, "Well done! Speak to Langfrith outside the mead hall, and see what aid he needs, <name>." Objective 6 Speak to Langfrith guarding the mead hall gates Langfrith defends the gate to the mead hall of Faldham. Langfrith has been guarding the mead hall entrance, and Osin believes that he may need your assistance. Langfrith: 'Exceptional work at the borders, <name>. Few Orcs have made it this far into the village. 'I noticed a few of the invaders shouting about their war-chieftain, commanding from just north of the mead hall. Defeat this Urbhár and this Botglim, and throw the attacking force into chaos.' Langfrith believes the invading commanders can be found north of the mead hall Objective 7 Defeat Urbhár, the Orc commander Defeat Botglim, the Uruk commander Urbhár and Botglim can be found north of the mead hall. Langfrith believes that defeating the commanders of the invaders, Urbhár and Botglim, may disrupt the ongoing assault. Urbhár has been defeated Botglim has been defeated Objective 8 Speak to Thane Elfmar at the mead hall gate Elfmar and members of the Elfward await at the opening to the mead hall of Faldham. Elfmar and the Elfward must be notified that you have defeated the commanders of the attacking army. Elfmar: 'The invading forces are in utter disarray. The loss of their leaders has caused great chaos, resulting in many of their riders and infantry retreating back north, towards Elthengels. 'The Elfward continue to drive back those intent on pursuing the assault, but I believe we have saved the village and its people.' The enemy forces have been routed Elfmar: 'I will gather up the others when the last enemy has been driven back, and we can discuss matters when all is quiet again.'