A scholar named Phavilian has contacted me. He is conducting research on the Steam Springs to the south.

He asked me to send a Daeva who "didn't mind a little discomfort" to assist him. I asked him to clarify, but he refused.

If you're interested, go to the Steam Springs Research Expedition and meet him. Keep in mind I cannot guarantee your safety.

Player: Accept.

Ah, you must have been sent by Desrona! Hmmm.... You look strong and hearty. You should do nicely.

I am studying transformational magic, and the Steam Springs make an ideal center of research. The local Starturtles and Gastrons seem to have transformational power, and I find it utterly fascinating. But it gets better!

The Steam Springs themselves are rumored to have the ability to reverse forced metamorphoses. However, I need to test that claim.

Battle against Cotilo the Trickster. When you win, you will transform into a Gastron. Then, enter the Steam Springs and... see what happens!

Player: "Isn't this dangerous?"

Excellent, excellent! So the Steam Springs do have the power to reverse the transformation. But how?

And why do these mindless Starturtles and Gastrons have this ability in the first place?

Every time I get one answer, I also get two new questions! Invigorating! This is for helping me advance the cause of knowledge!