Aether is the power by which Aion created our world, and the force which holds it together.

Aether only manifests to a chosen few, even amongst Daeva, and the ability to extract those bits of Aether by Aethertapping is rarer still.

Now you stand on the threshold of becoming an Aethertapping Expert--an honor bestowed upon but a select few of our Daeva.

Player: "I'm ready to accept it."

Ha ha, eager as ever, Player. I like that. But hold on a moment. I need to administer a final test.

The test is simple, though many Daeva will spend a lifetime working towards achieving it. You need to extract two rare kinds of Aether and bring them to me--the Dazzling Aether and Luminous Aether.

Obtain those, and you will be recognized as an Expert. Are you up to the challenge, Player?

Player: Accept.

As you are my best student, I can't very well send you off without a little something to aid you in your quest.

I've prepared an Expert Aethertapping Ring, which will maximize your Aethertapping abilities and heighten your sensitivity to Aether. Just talk to Areke to get it.

You won't be able to extract Dazzling Aether and Luminous Aether without it, so don't lose it. Return soon to your well-earned title of Expert!

Player: "I won't let you down."

Ah, Player. It's nice to see you back.

Is there something I can get for you?

Need a few reagents to aid your Aethertapping?

Player: "I'm here for the ring."

This is an important day, Player. Master Ustarn has long foretold that you would become an Aethertapping Expert. I too knew you would succeed.

Here's the Expert Aethertapping Ring you need to extract the Dazzling Aether and Luminous Aether.

I wish you luck on this final test, but I doubt you will need it, Player.

Player: "Who needs luck? I've got skill."

Far too often, a craftsman can't finish a masterpiece because their Aethertapping skill doesn't allow them to acquire the right materials.

But Aethertapping isn't just another gathering skill--it's an art. It takes deft hands and a well trained mind honed to keen points.

I'm sure you know this, Player--I'm just trying to pass on all the wisdom I can. Now then, did you complete my test?

Player: "Here, I found the Aether."

There's no mistaking it--this is Dazzling Aether and Luminous Aether.

I have nothing more to say, Player. You are no longer a mere student--you are an Aethertapping Expert!

Congratulations! I never imagined you would come so far in such a short amount of time.