Remarkable is a word that I don't bandy around freely, but something happened earlier that genuinely warrants the term.

A man dressed as a Lepharist Revolutionary calling himself Philmoni strolled up to our front gates and demanded entry. We're at war with their group, but he was unarmed, so we let him in. He spoke briefly, and then left, just like that.

"Lord Lephar wishes to meet the [%userclass] named Player. Garldar Village." That's all he said. You could be walking into a trap, but this could lead to something... ha, remarkable.

Player: "I need to speak to Aimah about this."

Player? I didn't summon you here. What's wrong?

Player: "It's Lephar. He wants to meet me."

Ha! What is the world coming to?

First, we're skipping through grass fields with the Elyos, now Lephar wants to meet us? Next thing, we'll be off camping with the Dragon Lords and roasting Sparkie wings together over crackling campfires.

So you came to me for permission or advice? If it's the former, you don't need it; if it's the latter, then there's no harm in hearing what he has to say. Just don't forget your weapon.

Player: "Of course. I'll report back once we've met."

You're later than we expected, Player. There are steps that you must complete before you can meet with Lord Lephar, now. These steps would not have been required had you been more timely.

You see the Mysterious Orb behind me? Lephar created it as a tool that would allow you to reach him, but its powers have weakened since it was crafted. However, all is not lost. It can be recharged with a little Shulack know-how.

Head to Menin Village, and you'll see members of a Shulack Search Squad there. They each carry a portable Wave Battery that I can use on Lord Lephar's creation. Now, if you're ready...

Player: "This better not be a trap, Lepharist."

Ah, there you are. Did you get the Wave Battery cells I requested?

Player: "I think so. Have a look."

Yes. This is exactly what I needed.

Now, I just need to place the batteries by the orb, and... there we are! Fixed!

Your turn, Player. Place your hands on the orb, and meet Lord Lephar. Remember, few have had the honor of meeting him. You would do well to listen to what he has to say.

Player: "We'll see about that."

The look on your face...

I am Lephar. I am Israphel. I do not have the time to explain what has gone before, so please, listen to what I have to tell you. These are pressing times. My presence alone validates that.

Siel's Relics, the ones that Tiamat controls, are far, far more than a mere weapon. You have already suffered at his hands. I saw your assault.

Player: "The Sadonics..."

Yes. Exactly.

Tiamat is being empowered by Siel's Relics, Player. With each passing day, he learns how to unlock greater powers from within them. If he is not stopped soon, then Atreia itself will fall. The Relics are the key, child. That is the message I wanted to convey to you.

Now, we must part ways. I cannot keep this place secure forever, and you have work to do. Tell your superiors. They will listen to you.

Player: "I will, and thank you."

What?! Israphel? Lephar is an Empyrean Lord?!

This... this is huge! We've been taught for millenia that he died in the Cataclysm. This changes everything. I must inform the council of Pandaemonium and Kahrun! Oh my.

And his message! We'll look into Siel's Relics at once. I'll have my very best scouts look into them. Israphel's alive!