Quest:Protectors of Thangúlhad

Protectors of Thangúlhad
Level	Scaling
Type	Skirmish
Repeatable	Yes
Quest Group	Skirmish

Quest Chain

Previous: Volume II, Book 8 Volume II, Book 9: Fortress of the Nazgûl [61] Foreword: The Dark Shore [61] Chapter 1: Plans of the Golden Host - Solo only [61] Instance: Plans of the Golden Host - Solo only [61] Chapter 2: Rumour of Mazog [61] Chapter 3: Midnight in the Drownholt - Solo only [61] Instance: Midnight in the Drownholt - Solo only [62] Chapter 4: First Offensives Skirmish: Strike Against Dannenglor - Skirmish [62] Chapter 5: Treacherous Lights [63] Chapter 6: The Choice of Ways [63] Chapter 6: Scouting Emyn Lûm [63] Chapter 6: Scouting the Scuttledells [63] Chapter 6: Scouting Taur Morvith [63] Chapter 7: On Edge [63] Chapter 8: Mazog in the Web - Solo only [63] Instance: Mazog in the Web - Solo only [63] Chapter 9: Coursing Venom [64] Chapter 10: The Exchange - Solo only [64] Instance: The Exchange - Solo only [64] Chapter 11: The Approach to Dol Guldur [64] Chapter 12: The Armies of Gathbúrz [64] Chapter 13: Students of Gorothúl [64] Chapter 14: Thangúlhad Endangered [64] Protectors of Thangúlhad - Skirmish [65] Chapter 15: Assault on Dol Guldur [65] Breaching the Necromancer's Gate - Skirmish [65] Assault on the Ringwraiths' Lair - Skirmish [65] Chapter 16: The Dungeons of Dol Guldur - Solo only [65] Instance: Dungeons of Dol Guldur - Solo only [65] Chapter 17: Memories of Mithrandir [65] Instance: Memories of Mithrandir - Solo only [65] Chapter 18: The Battle in the Tower [65] The Battle in the Tower - Skirmish Epilogues Note: The following quests are no longer part of the Epic story-line but still appear in that section of the Quest Log. The starting locations for these quests vary widely and they have been noted on the list below to preserve your sanity. They are part of the deed Epilogue: Of Elves and Dwarves. [65] Epilogue: Zigilburk Returned - Solo only - Starts with Goldagnir at Thangúlhad [65] Instance: Zigilburk Returned - Solo only [65] Epilogue: Ningloril - Small Fellowship - Starts with Ningloril at Thangúlhad (you need to visit the same cavern as for Barvessains quest) [65] Epilogue: Sigileth's Knives - Starts with Ellunen at Thangúlhad [65] Epilogue: Laeglang - Starts with Laeglang in Gathbúrz [65] Epilogue: Achardor's Fate - Starts with Gruingalas at Ost Galadh [65] Epilogue: Barvessain - Small Fellowship - Starts with Barvessain at Minas Celebolf (which is actually the highest platform above Ost Galadh) (you need to visit the same caverns as for Ninglorils and Alfirimbes quests) [65] Epilogue: Cúcheron's Bow - Starts with Cúcheron at The Haunted Inn [65] Epilogue: Greyhammers - Starts with Lúth at Echad Sirion - To reduce travelling time, you can do the Eriador parts of this quest simultaneously with the following epic questline: Volume III, Book 1. [65] Epilogue: Alfirimbes - Starts with Alfirimbes at Echad Sirion (you need to visit the same cavern as for Barvessains quest) [65] Epilogue: Braiglinn - Small Fellowship - Starts with Braiglinn in Imlad Lalaith [65] Epilogue: Issuriel's Flower - Starts with Issuriel at Cerin Amroth [65] Epilogue: Gorothúl of Dol Guldur - Fellowship - Starts with Bori upon completion of Epilogue: Zigilburk Returned Next: Volume III, Book 1

Walkthrough & Notes
This skirmish is also part of the Epic quest line Volume II, Book 9, Epic Vol. II. Book 9 Quests. This skirmish takes place in the fortress of Thangúlhad just outside Dol Guldur in Gathbúrz in Mirkwood. For more information about this skirmish read Protectors of Thangúlhad

Rewards
See Skirmish Rewards for a complete list of loot Increased Reputation with Malledhrim ( 700 )

Quest Text

Protectors of Thangúlhad "What was once an important fortification of the Enemy is now held by a small band of Elves. Unfortunately, the Enemy is marching there in force. Fortunately, some of the ballistae and catapults still function...." Background Thangúlhad is being assaulted by the forces of Dol Guldur. They wish to reclaim it and eliminate the foothold the Golden Host has secured. Objective 1 Talk to Rodelleth Rodelleth must survive the assault Rodelleth is the commanding officer at Thangúlhad. She is waiting for you to report in. Rodelleth: 'It is good you are here. The others stationed here are all out on patrol, and I fear the Enemy is stirring.' Objective 2 Listen to Rodelleth's orders Rodelleth must survive the assault Rodelleth is the commanding officer at Thangúlhad. She is waiting for you to report in. Rodelleth says, "They will come at us from the south. We have got a couple of the ballistae repaired and functional." Rodelleth says, "We have marked the ground where the ballistae will hit when fired, make sure your timing is on." Rodelleth says, "This fort is an important front line position in our battle against Dol Guldur. Good luck!" Rodelleth says, "To the walls! Let the ballista-strings sing with the death of our enemy!" Objective 3 Defeat the first assault Rodelleth must survive the assault The forces of Dol Guldur are marching against the defences of Thangúlhad. You must protect the fort and keep it secure. Objective 4 Defeat the second assault Rodelleth must survive the assault The first assault has been defeated, but the battle is far from over. Objective 5 Defeat the third assault Rodelleth must survive the assault The second assault has been defeated, but the battle is far from over. Objective 6 Defeat the fourth assault Rodelleth must survive the assault The third assault has been defeated, their numbers are beginning to thin. Objective 7 Defeat the fifth assault Rodelleth must survive the assault The fourth assault has been defeated. The Enemy is launching one final desperate assault against the walls of Thangúlhad. Rodelleth says, "Come and let us convene quickly before the general approaches." Objective 8 Talk to Rodelleth Rodelleth must survive the assault The enemy leader is approaching: a fearsome Olog-hai. Rodelleth wishes to discuss the final battle-plan with you. Rodelleth: 'Prepare yourself, this battle is not yet over.' Objective 9 Listen to Rodelleth Rodelleth must survive the assault The enemy leader is approaching: a fearsome Olog-hai. Rodelleth wishes to discuss the final battle-plan with you. Rodelleth says, "Their leader is approaching...we must be very careful with this Olog-hai. The ballistae will not be enough for him." Rodelleth says, "I will go and arm the catapults...you meet him out on the road. When the catapult is about to fire, look for the signal." Rodelleth says, "Bring him there and let their own siege-weapons do the devastation. Good fortune and try not to get hit yourself!" A roar erupts from the road to the south, the Enemy's general is on the battlefield Mazaukal says, "Come forth, champions of the Free Peoples, and greet your death!" Objective 10 Defeat Mazaukal and claim the Enemy's banner Rodelleth must survive the assault The enemy leader has challenged you to come and fight him outside the protection of your fortifications. Fortunately, Rodelleth is manning the catapults. Rodelleth yells out, "Incoming!" Mazaukal says, "It will be good to crush you!" Mazaukal says, "Your skills surprise me!" Mazaukal says, "Your puny minions do not threathen me!" Mazaukal says, "Armor is for the weak!" Mazaukal says, "I am not yet done!" Mazaukal says, "You will regret ever coming to Mirkwood." Mazaukal says, "Dol Guldur will reclaim Thangúlhad..." Mazaukal says, "Now you will feel my wrath!" Mazaukal says, "Pathetic fools!" Mazaukal says, "Thangúlhad will be mine!" Mazaukal says, "More will follow..." Mazaukal says, "This cannot be..." Rodelleth says, "Thangúlhad remains in the hands of the Golden Hosts and Dol Guldur remains within striking." Rodelleth says, "It is a great victory and one you should celebrate long. Thank you for your aid my friends." Rodelleth: 'You have aided me greatly. They picked an excellent time to strike, while our patrols were out. Were it not for you, this forward position would have been lost.' Optional Encounter 1: Defeat Borndol A sorcerer cackles and makes a run for the tower Borndol, an Angmarim sorcerer, walks from the East gate up the path to the door in the tower. Attack him before he disappears into the tower. You have less than a minute to do so from the encounter announcement. Optional Encounter 2: Defeat Ruithroval Encounter: A screech erupts from the peak of the tower Optional Encounter 3: Defeat Azrí NOTE: This Encounter will only be available if ballistas are being fired against incoming waves of enemies. Encounter: Azrí yells out a challenge of battle erupts from the east, 'Fire the ballista, if you dare! NOTE: Fire the east ballista within the next 20 seconds to move encounter forward. Encounter Update: Azrí laughs, 'I look forward to our battle!' Optional Encounter 4: Defeat Hokarul Encounter: A patrol is moving east along the road towards Dol Guldur NOTE: You have about 20 to 30 seconds to intercept this patrol after this encounter announcement. Optional Encounter 5: Defeat Grudom NOTE: This Encounter will only be available if ballistas are being fired against incoming waves of enemies. Encounter: Grudom bellows out, 'I challenge you!' NOTE: Fire the west ballista within the next 20 seconds to move encounter forward. Encounter Update: Grudom roars, 'I will smash you into pieces!' Optional Encounter 6: Defeat Frúzglob NOTE: This Encounter will only be available if ballistas are being fired against incoming waves of enemies. Encounter: Frúzglob roars, 'I dare you to fire that weapon' NOTE: Fire the central ballista within the next 20 seconds to move encounter forward. Encounter Update: Frúzglob roars, 'You will make for good sport!' Optional Encounter 7: Defeat Golugthrug Encounter: A crash sounds to the east...the Enemy has snuck behind the line Optional Encounter 8: Defeat Lapus Encounter: A crash sounds from the north, the rear siege-engines are being destroyed Optional Encounter 9: Defeat Torúglup Encounter: A Warg is moving west down the road away from Dol Guldur NOTE: You have about 20 to 30 seconds to intercept this warg after this encounter announcement.