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From the Betrayal event.

If you chose to save Nuhmudira in the Gelidite Library quest, you will be flagged to complete the Nuhmudira's Boon quest. The Boon quest allows you to craft magical gorgets imbued with helpful spells. The elixirs used to infuse the pyreal gorgets are made from Ruined Amulets found on various Dereth creatures.

Note: During A Swelling Tide, a new use was introduced for the Amulets. Use them (amulets, not the potions) on Sunstone Gauntlets to imbue them with a moderate aptitude spell for your skill!

After you appear at the Zaikhal lifestone after saving Nuhmudira, head into town and speak to the Agent of the Arcanum at 13.2N, 0.3E (you can actually speak to an agent in any town). You'll be given a letter to take to a Royal Guard outside of Lin.

Agent of the Arcanum claps his hands together.
Agent of the Arcanum tells you, "I am so happy that you were kind enough to give of yourself so that she may survive. She has certainly done this for all of us. Please take this."
Agent of the Arcanum gives you Letter to Balthazar.
Agent of the Arcanum tells you, "Seek out Balthazar, outside of Lin. He will instruct you further on how you may aid us."
Tears well in the agents eyes and they sniff.
Agent of the Arcanum tells you, "I am sorry...but knowing that she is trapped in an inescapable place, and that her life force is being drained away...I wish that there was more we could do for her."

Letter to Balthazar
Please allow this person to assist you in your task. They have demonstrated the kind of character that we are looking for in this endeavor.

Take the Letter to Balthazar, a Royal Guardian stationed just outside of Lin at 54.8S, 74.4E. (You can reach Lin by running from Nanto, or by taking the West Mayoi Mountain Villas settlement portal at 60.8S, 80.3E, exiting at 61.1S, 73.7E).

Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "So you have been sent by the Agents of the Arcanum have you? Come let me see what they have to say about you then."
You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Letter to Balthazar.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian reads the note quickly and smiles at you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Ah...You have helped the captured Nuhmudira."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "You are a very noble person. Once we have a foothold within this storehouse we will allow people within, to assist in removing the Sclavus threat from the area. The Arcanum, under order from High Queen Strathelar will allow you to claim one of the special items that they store within."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "With your skill you might be able to...Yes, yes I think you can. When the Sclavus overran this building they were pursued by several creatures, that they upset along their migration here. Here is a list of the creatures."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you A List of Raiding Creatures.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Each of these creatures may have escaped with some of the relics that were stored in this facility. Hunt them, and see if you can't find any of the...odd relics. If you do find anything out of the ordinary, return it to me, and I will reward you with an item that will have a great purpose once we clear this warehouse."

A List of Raiding Creatures
These are the creatures that were present at the raid on our stores:
Banderling Berserkers
Banderling Strikers
Brutish Monougas
Ferocious Monougas
Virulent Grievvers
Scrawed Grievvers
Drudge Stalkers, Raveners, and Lurkers
Lich Lords
Mosswart Fanatics, Idolaters, Soul Trappers, and Zealots.
If your men find any please see if they have trinkets from our stores.

Each specific creature drops a specific type of Amulet. You can use the tables at right to find out which creature drops the amulet for the spells you'd like. Click on the Creatures below to be taken to a page listing where they can be found!

--Banderling Berserker
--Banderling Striker
--Brutish Monouga
--Ferocious Monouga
--Scrawed Grievver
--Virulent Grievver
--Drudge Stalker
--Drudge Lurker
--Drudge Ravener
--Lich Lord
--Mosswart Fanatic
--Mosswart IIdolater
--Mosswart Soul Trapper
--Mosswart Zealot

After you have found an amulet, return to Balthazar and he will give you an elixir in exchange. This also flags you to enter the Arcanum Storeroom where you'll complete the Nuhmudira's Boon quest.

Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "I see that you have returned to me hero. Well I am pleased to say that the royal guard have done an excellent job of securing the main room within this storage facility. The remainder of the building however is still plagued by the sclavus presence."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "We are looking then to the heroes that have proven themselves to enter into these places and obtain for the Arcanum, precious necklaces that were left within. Should you find any of these items, return to me and I will ensure that you are given direction as to how better complete the items."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian bows his head low.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "You may enter this place as often as you wish. But you must speak to the portal guards to be given access into the holding rooms that teem with sclavus. Everyone should be allowed to destroy these vile creatures and as such we wish to make sure that all have the opportunity. Speak to the guards within, Etienne, Isabelle, and Guen. They will inform you further."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Remember, when you have obtained any one of these items return to me for further instruction. Good luck, Hero!"
Balthazar, Royal Guardian clears his throat.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "You have already been to see me hero. You are welcome to enter this place. Make sure to speak to either Etienne, Isabelle or Guen. They will explain in more detail what you shall face in the deeper areas of this storage facility. If you have return with one of the treasures from within, please hand it to me so that I can direct you to one who will assist you further."
You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Sword.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Was it a difficult fight? Certainly not daunting for one of your talents, aye? Well you have proven that you do wish to assist our High Queen and the Arcanum, take this."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Crystal Skin.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "It may not be that worthwhile now, but I am told that when we clear this storehouse of the Sclavus presence that the reward you receive can be imbued with this elixir. I can only imagine what benefit this will bring you. Great work!"

Ruined Amulets are no-drop, no-give; however the elixirs may be given. Elixirs may also be stacked in groups of 5.

If you chose to condemn Nuhmudira, Balthazar will not accept your Amulet. You'll be directed back to the Arcanum Agents. Your quest continues in Callous Heart.

Balthazar, Royal Guardian smiles gently at you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "No doubt your efforts in the defeat of the foe that carried this were heroic, but I have been very specific orders. Please take this back and speak to an Agent of the Arcanum."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Ruined Amulet of the Pugilist.
 

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Axe.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Excellent work! Hmm taken from the grasp of a Banderling Berserker I see. You are truly a talented hunter. Here take this."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Might.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Arm.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Mosswarts! And from the Vesayen Islands no less. What foul trickery is afoot? We shall dispatch a cadre of warrior to discern greater truths once we have this storage facility cleared. For now I will see that you are rewarded."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Summer.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Atlatl.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Drudge Lurker you say! Ha! That must have been a very simple fight indeed. Yet still you have found what was lost and I will see that you are rewarded. Here."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Plasmic Being.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Mace.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Raveners? You have done well to procure this item for us, I only hope that the Arcanum can repair them, all that have been returned to us have been befouled by the creatures who stole
them. Ah yes...your reward. Here."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Misty Form.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Spear.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "So you tracked down and killed a Ferocious Monouga to reclaim this amulet. You have done excellent work. Take this and be proud of your efforts."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Resolve.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Right Hand.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Those maddened mosswarts from the islands, the Zealot you say? You have performed this task in a most excellent fashion friend. The Arcanum and your High Queen thank you. Here take this as recompense for your efforts."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Autumn.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Heart.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Soul Trapper? Those mosswarts have been traveling all over it seems. Well you have done very well to bring this item to me, and you shall be rewarded for your efforts."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Spring.

You give Balthazar, Royal Guardian Ruined Amulet of the Left Hand.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian snaps to attention, and salutes you.
Balthazar, Royal Guardian tells you, "Another of the mosswarts from the Vesayen Isles carried this, you say? Well they certainly traveled a great distance after the sclavus. I wonder why they wanted these things so badly. Alas it appears ruined. No matter for you however, here."
Balthazar, Royal Guardian gives you Elixir of Winter.

Continued in Nuhmudira's Boon.

Thanks to White-Mage of LC, Dark Syko of SC, Optoman of TD, Dionin of HG, Abd Al-Azrad of WE, Merisa of WE, Aldis Rache, Sif al Taak of MT, Enrac of FF, Electricity of FF, Vortex the Sage of MT, Billyxth of HG, BIg Unit of MT for Atlatl, Gisela of SC, Georgekg of LC, Gwynethe of FF and Ivy Windchaser,  for Mace pic, Polemus of TD for Dagger, Sticky Darkfist of TD for misc. info, Zac' of SC, Wei Jo of WE Necrovious of LC and Corvine of TD for Staff and Elixir of Single Mind, Llyka Boo of MT for Pugilist, Mu-Vin Targit of MT for Amulet of Heart, Strode of TD, Phosphorous of SC, Garrett L., Seau Siragusa of TD, Slotette of MT for numerous Elixir pics, Medyr of WE, Ben Li-Sung, Anim & Dragon of Life - MT for Sword, Sarevok I, Blood of Legends - FF for Spear. Multiple texts, amulets and elixirs from Ankhentomen MT and Mage Lazerline of SC, Talon's Claw, Oro of TD, Zandor Vorkovsun & Zhou Wei of MT, Qua Fin Ti of MT, Blood of Legends - FF, Ming-Na Wen of MT, Zactly of HG, Myrkul Cormaeril of MT, Fizzle Runebreaker of TD and Mfalcon of SC