The Last Hog

Overview
Summary:
 * 1) Find Farmer Dirk's last remaining prize-winning hog and chase it back to him.
 * 2) Return to Farmer Dirk for your reward.

Obtained from:
 * Farmer Dirk in North Kryta Province

Requirements:
 * none

Reward:
 * 500 XP
 * Elementalist: Gale
 * Mesmer: Leech Signet
 * Ranger: Otyugh's Cry
 * Warrior: Staggering Blow
 * Necromancer: Blood Ritual
 * Monk: Life Attunement

Dialogue:
 * I recognize you! You are (character name), the one who got us through the mountains. If you have the time, I sure would appreciate if you could help me with a problem. My last prize-winning hog has run off! He was heading south, but I'm afraid to go after him with all the ettins and those bird men about. He might be a little skittish, so you'll probably have to chase him back here.


 * Will you retrieve my prize-winning hog for me?"

Walkthrough
The quest begins near Ascalon Settlement, in the very north end of North Kryta Province. It is triggered by talking to Farmer Dirk, who asks you to retrieve his Prize Winning Hog which has run off. You will find the hog not far to the south. You must then chase it back to the farmer by standing near it opposite the direction you want it to run in. This can be annoying at times, but overall it's not too tough.

The path leading to the hog is clear, but on your way back to the farmer several groups of Gypsie Ettins will spawn and attack you. They come in groups of two and are level 15 Warrior mobs, but it shouldn't be too difficult to take them down. While you fight the hog will just wander near where you last prodded him to go. If you're good at chasing the hog you won't have to fight more than one pair.

You do not need a second player to complete this, just mercs, although of course it would make it easier.

You get a couple of Skills for completing this, so it may be worth the short walk from Bergen Hot Springs, if you can bear the indignity!