The Blade's Essence

Objectives

 * Defeat the Paranoia Ettin.
 * Return the Shimmering Essence to Saerin for your reward.

Reward

 * 2,500 XP
 * 500 Gold

Initial dialogue
Saerin
 * ''"Hail, name. Our scouts have continued exploring the Bloodstone Caves since you and Gadd reached the Bloodstone. They've reported some pretty odd ettin behavior. The brutes are harvesting a strange shimmering essence, perhaps to restore the dungeon's defenses. We're not really sure. One thing is certain, though, if that essence is tied to the Bloodstone, then it contains power. Perhaps we could enchant our blades with it...


 * "We don't have the numbers to deal with the beasts, so I ask this of you: bring the essence to me. Destroy anything that gets in your way. Will you do this?"


 * Accept: "Time is of the essence."
 * Decline: "Gather your own perfume."
 * When asked about quest: "There is an ettin harvesting shimmering essence within the Bloodstone Caves. Don't delay!"