Greetings. My name's Merhen, and I'm one of the chief strategy officers here. I'll be the one briefing you on the current state of affairs in Gelkmaros.

If you're ready, we can begin.

Player: Yes, I am."

We have been running into some problems here recently—I suspect that deploying our troops to other areas have contributed to this.

The Balaur activity of late has also been extremely suspicious. There's a rumor that the Balaur followers have acquired a large volume of Aether, which is highly concerning. We are definitely going to have need of you soon, Player.

Valetta also wants to speak with you, so I'd head there next.

Player: "Thank you, Merhan."

Well met, Player.

Has Merhen briefed you? Think you've got a good grasp of the situation at hand?

Player: "I think so."

Good. In that case, it's time for your first mission.

The Balaur that attacked when you first arrived in Gelkmaros are still out there, and our intelligence shows them camping near the fortress in preparation for an attack.

Get rid of the Balaur Runaway Troop and use the Artificial Aether Generator Summoning Stone that I gave you to secure Aether in Destroyed Drana Farm.

Player: "Consider it done."

Richelle referred to you as the one in the prophecy. Maybe's she not crazy after all.