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2 years ago When I wrote this, I didn't realize you've already taken the Quest 1 assignment but I think I should post it here anyway. Just some idea. You can ignore this if you like.
What should the blessings be? Making a note to discuss as a team.
My (not lore friendly, with no facts backing) theory of the three shrines: The soul of a departed family member consist of three separate “souls," each demanding ritual attention
- Shrine of the Body (Vehk): one soul went to the grave with the "body". The blessing is Sanctuary 10 pts for 1440 sec. The prayer is "We brought nothing into this world, neither may we carry anything out of this world. Lord Vivec giveth, and Lord Vivec taketh away."
- Shrine of the Reborn (Ayem): one soul went through the judgment and was eventually reborn. The blessing is Restore Health 500 pts for 1 sec, Restore Magicka 500 pts for 1 sec, Restore Fatigue 500 pts for 1 sec. The prayer is "Thank you, blessed Lady Almalexia, for your judgement cause us to die, and they cause us to be reborn."
- Shrine of the Altar (Seht): one soul remained in or near the ancestral altar. The blessing is Detect Animal 50 pts for 1440 sec. The prayer is "Lord Sotha Sil, he binds the soul with cords, unto the heart of the altar."
This is the Almsivi's teaching and another justification of asking for more bonemeal: It's for your own good. We protect the souls so the souls protect you. They are asking people to pray for their ancestors, not pray to. I think it's somewhat in line with lore. The following is the journal text of quest The Shrine of the Dead in Tribunal:
It is Almelexia's belief that the Shrine of the Dead can be reclaimed, and its power used for the good of Mournhold. Although traditional Temple doctrine disavows ancestor worship, the Lady believes that it has its place, and that the power to be gained from the ancestors is great.
I also suggest all of the shrine do not need donation in order to ask for a blessing due to their relatively remote location.
Kalinter
Journal Entries
Quest ID: GG_Quest_1
Quest Name: Pilgrimage of the Dead
Journal Index: 5
Text: I have heard a rumor that the Order of Ghosts at Ghostgate may be in need of new recruits. I should speak with FACTION LEADER NAME PLACEHOLDER at the Hall of Ghosts, beneath the Ghostgate, if I am interested.
Journal Index: 10
Text: I have requested to join the Order of Ghosts, and been granted the status of Pilgrim of the Order.
Journal Index: 15
I have been told that before I can become a full member I must first complete the Pilgrimage of the Dead. I must travel to the Ossuary of Ayem, the Ossuary of Seht, and the Ossuary of Vehk. I must pray at the shrines of each ossuary to receive a blessing, and thus complete my pilgrimage.
Journal Index 20
After completing the Pilgrimage of the Dead, I returned to FACTION LEADER NAME PLACEHOLDER. They are now ready to administer the Sacred Oath of Ghosts.
Journal Index: 100 Quest Completed
Text: I have sworn the Sacred Oath of Ghosts to FACTION LEADER NAME PLACEHOLDER. I am now an Initiate in the Order of Ghosts.
Greetings:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” < 10
Text: What are you doing here, Outlander. You’re not here to join the order, are you?
Result: AddTopic: “Join the Order”
Topics:
Latest Rumors:
Conditions: cell = Ald-ruhn, Journal “GG_Quest_1” < 5, Not Local Nolore = 0
Text: I’ve heard that the Order of Ghosts over at Ghostgate is getting stretched pretty thin these days.
Result: AddTopic “Order of Ghosts”
Order of Ghosts:
Conditions: cell = Ald-ruhn, Journal “GG_Quest_1” < 5, Not Local Nolore = 0
Text: You’ve never heard of them? I’m not surprised. Outlanders rarely have. Anyways, they’re a temple order sworn to defend the Ghostfence, the Great Ossuaries, and the Catacombs beneath that connect them. They’ve got a hall of the order underneath the Ghostgate that connects into the catacombs. Used to be a pretty prestigious role, but these days it seems there aren’t many willing to dedicate their whole lives to defending some dusty old tombs. You know what? You should pay them a visit if you’re interested. They might even let an Outlander like you join the order.
Result: Journal “GG_Quest_1” 5
Join the Order:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” < 10
Text: Are you sure that you know what you’re asking? If you join the Order of Ghosts, You’ll be swearing yourself to a lifetime of service, and pledging yourself to the service of our ancestors and Almsivi. Do you still wish to join?
Result: Choice “Yes, I wish to join the order.” 1 “No, not at this time.” 2
Join the Order:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Function Choice = 2
Text: I understand. It is certainly not a choice many would make willingly, and truth be told few of order do. If you ever change your mind, you know where to find me.
Join the Order:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Function Choice = 1
Text: Truly? I am a bit surprised, but I do admire your courage, Outlander. I shall make you a Pilgrim of the Order. If you wish to become a full member of the order, you will need to complete the Pilgrimage of the Dead. Only then shall I administer the Sacred Oath of Ghosts.
Result: AddTopic “Pilgrimage of the Dead” AddTopic “Sacred Oath of Ghosts” PCJoinFaction “Order of Ghosts” Journal “GG_Quest_1” 10
Pilgrimage of the Dead:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” = 10
It is a sacred rite performed by all aspiring members of the order. You must travel to the Great Ossuary of Ayem, the Great Ossuary of Seht, and the Great Ossuary of Vehk, and offer a prayer at the Shrine of the Reborn, the Shrine of the Altar, and the Shrine of the Body respectively. You may complete the pilgrimages in any order you see fit. You may also travel over land, but I highly recommend you make use of the catacombs instead. You will need to become intimately familiar with them if you wish to fulfill your duties as a member of our order.
Result: AddTopic “Ossuary of Ayem” AddTopic “Ossuary of Seht” AddTopic “Ossuary of Vehk” AddTopic “catacombs” Journal “GG_Quest_1” 15
Pilgrimage of the Dead:
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” = 15, Journal “GG_Pilgrim_1” = 100, Journal “GG_Pilgrim_2” = 100, Journal “GG_Pilgrim_3” = 100
I feel the blessing of our Lords upon you, %PCName. I know that you have completed your pilgrimage. If you are ready, I will now administer the Sacred Oath of Ghosts.
Result: Journal “GG_Quest_1” 20
Sacred Oath of Ghosts
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” <= 15
It is the oath you must swear in order to formally join the order of ghosts. We will speak more of this when and if you complete your pilgrimage.
Result:
Sacred Oath of Ghosts
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Journal “GG_Quest_1” = 20
“I swear to the living that I shall be their safeguard against the darkness of Red Mountain. I swear to the dead that I shall honor them always. And I swear to Almsivi, my Lords and Rulers, that I shall never falter in my duty.” %PCName, do you so solemnly swear?
Result: Choice “I solemnly swear.” 1 “I refuse to take this oath.” 2
Sacred Oath of Ghosts
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Function Choice = 2
Then be gone, until such a time that you might be ready to take this duty more seriously.
Result: ModDisposition -10 Goodbye
Sacred Oath of Ghosts
Conditions: ID = FACTION LEADER ID PLACEHOLDER, Function Choice = 1
Then welcome to the Order, Initiate %PCName. As a member of the Order of Ghosts, all of the duties that you carry out will be sacred rites, as we are first and foremost a holy order. I have such duties now if you are ready for them.
Result: AddTopic “sacred rites” - This topic can be used to give more main quests later ModDisposition 10 PCRaiseRank “Order of Ghosts” Journal “GG_Quest_1” 100
Ossuary of Ayem
Conditions: Faction = Order of Ghosts
Text: The Ossuary of Ayem is dedicated to our Lady Almalexia and houses the Shrine of the Reborn. It is maintained primarily by the Ordinators and the Temple priesthood. PLACEHOLDER NAME is the Prefect of our order there. It is located northeast of Ald’ruhn as the racer flies. Follow the mountain path behind the Ald’ruhn Temple, and take the first left. Follow the trail a bit further and you will reach it.
Result:
Ossuary of Seht
Conditions: Faction = Order of Ghosts
Text: The Ossuary of Seht is dedicated to the Mage Sotha Sil and houses the Shrine of the Altar. It is smaller than the other ossuaries but served fervently by the Acolytes of Clockwork. PLACEHOLDER NAME is the Prefect of the Order of Ghosts for Seht. To get there look for a small pass through hills west of the Zainab Camp and head through it. Once you are in the Foyada, go due south. Pass the Sandus Ancestral Tomb on your left, and the Ossuary will be just beyond, on your right.
Result: ShowMap “Zainab Camp”
Ossuary of Vehk
Conditions: Faction = Order of Ghosts
Text: The Ossuary of Vekh is dedicated to the Warrior-Poet Vivec and houses the Shrine of the Body. It is the largest ossuary on Vvardenfell, but its isolated position means it is only served by a small contingent of Buoyant Armigers and a few members of our Order. PLACEHOLDER NAME is the current Prefect of Vehk. It is very difficult to reach over land, as all the roads in the northern ashlands are unmarked and lightly traveled, except by the ashlanders. Your best bet is just to use the Catacombs. If you need to go over land, the only way I know how is to head southeast from Maar Gan using jump or levitation magic until you reach the Ghostfence. Keep following the Ghostfence east and you’ll eventually find it.
Result:
Catacombs Conditions: Faction = Order of Ghosts
Text: The Catacombs are dark - very dark - that’s the first thing you need to know about them. They also have their fair share of undead patrolling them as well. They go deep beneath Red Mountain to avoid its lava passages and are multi-purposed, but our order primarily uses them to travel between the Ossuaries and the Ghostgate. The western Catacombs connect Ayem and Vehk. The eastern Catacombs connect Vehk and Seht. The southern Catacombs connect Ayem and Seht, and also have a connection to the Ghostgate. A few ancestral tombs both inside and outside the ghostfence also have connections, too.
Result:
Pilgrimages use a separate quest similar to the seven graces quests
GG_Pilgrim_1
Journal Index: 100
Text: I have prayed at the Shrine of the Reborn at the Ossuary of Ayem and received a blessing from the Lady of Mercy.
GG_Pilgrim_2
Journal Index: 100
Text: I have prayed at the Shrine of the Altar at the Ossuary of Seht and received a blessing from the Clockwork God.
GG_Pilgrim_3
Journal Index: 100
Text: I have prayed at the Shrine of the Body at the Ossuary of Vehk and received a blessing from the Warrior-Poet.
Shrine Prayers and Blessings
Ayem: The blessing is Restore Health 500 pts for 1 sec, Restore Magicka 500 pts for 1 sec, Restore Fatigue 500 pts for 1 sec. The prayer is "Thank you, blessed Lady Almalexia, for your judgments call us to the grave, and they call us to be reborn." Seht: The blessing is Detect Animal 50 pts for 1440 sec. The prayer is "Lord Sotha Sil, You bind the soul with cords, unto the heart of the altar." Vehk: The blessing is Sanctuary 10 pts for 1440 sec. The prayer is "We brought nothing into this world, neither may we carry anything to the next. Lord Vivec giveth, and Lord Vivec taketh away."