Before a Shadowed Oak                                  -      N      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <---(M)---> -
                                                        SW     S      -

  The forest here is a mess.  Most of the trees are still standing, but
some of the smaller ones lie at haphazard angles, requiring some sort of
limbo to get under and darkening the area, making it harder to clear.  Ivy
crawls up trunks, dense bushes have grown on top of the fallen trees, and
barbed weeds snake around on the floor.  It's as if it was built up to be
impassable; if you could get through, it might just be worth the effort.  
     A recruitment poster for an Order has been nailed to a tree.
A member of the Order of the Malachite Golem prowls through the forest.
A guardian of the Order of the Malachite Golem lurks in the shadows.
A sycophantic goblin tries to follow you, but a strange force blocks his passage.
'Ah, a newcomer to the forest.' a Malachite Golem guardian says. 'Have you come to join the Order of the Malachite Golem, peasant?'
If you have read the recruitment posters found near recall in the Park, say 'I wish to join the Order of the Malachite Golem'.

(Mount: 760st)
[Mail]<114hp 250sp 178st> 

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(Mount: 760st)
[Mail]<114hp 250sp 178st> 

SHADOW ARMOR off > The shadows protecting you seem to subside.

(Mount: 767st)
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[Mail]<114hp 250sp 184st> 
say i wish to join the order of the malachite golem

A Malachite Golem guardian seems to disappear as he steps into the shadows.
'I wish to join the order of the malachite golem' you say.
A Malachite Golem guardian says 'Hmm. Let's see how you get on with the initiation, then.'
This quest [3099] is called 'Diverging Paths - The Order of the Malachite Golem',
for Adventurers levels 10 to 60.
Caslar is the master in charge of this quest.
The Order of the Malachite Golem will claim this forest for their own, and
those who join us will find themselves pitted against the Order of the Rabid
Wolf, a bunch of incompetent halfwits frothing about the sanctity of nature
and other such nonsense.  They seek it as their sacred mission to guard the
animals and precious soil from us, blocking our access to the Clockwork Oak.
We need to gain a proper foothold here, and if you join us, you will help
pave a way through this land in malachite.  This is only the beginning!  We
will take Rune Forest, then Rune and onwards!  

* Kill five members of the Order of the Rabid Wolf to be permitted entry.
* Once you join this Order, there is no going back.  
Upon successful completion of this quest the Quest Master will show
notable appreciation for your efforts.
This quest has no time limit.
Diverging Paths - The Order of the Malachite Golem consists of:
Phase 1: Find the Order of the Malachite Golem.
Phase 2: (Hidden goal)
You have completed a part of your quest!
You begin moving much faster, almost seeming to blur.

after a few kills...


 Darkness                                               ?      ?      ?
(-------------------------------------------------)     ? <-?-(M)-?-> ?
                                                        ?      ?      ?

   It is pitch black.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 192st> 
0 0 -4
north
A Malachite Golem guardian says 'Excellent work. Go on in and seek out Caslar. You can turn that Quest in with him.'

 A Hidden Entryway                                      -      -      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     - <---(M)-D-> -
                                                        -      S      -

  Shadowed by the canopy above, and a carefully angled entrance, this tree
has been hollowed out to provide a way into the tunnel system below, home of
the Order of the Malachite Golem.  It's dark and stuffy in here, but there's
no reason to linger: glory awaits downwards, and the disgusting stench of
the Forest lingers to the south.  A ladder set into what remains of the
trunk descends ten feet down a murky shaft, down into the realms of power.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 188st> 
0 0 -4
down

 A Subterranean Entrance                                -      -      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <-U-(M)---> E
                                                        -      -      -

  Once a malachite mine, this chamber and tunnel system has been converted
into a permanent home for the Malachite Golem.  The rag-tag band of
mutineers from the Order of the Rabid Wolf settled here, taking their name
from the green stone around them, and began their quest for power.  Now,
with glittering green walls, gilded gold chairs and good food, they're well
on their way.  They just need you.  A ladder set into the wall leads upwards
into the tree above, and braziers burn brightly in the corner of the room.  

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 186st> 
0 0 -2
east

 The March of the Golem                                 -      N      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <---(M)---> -
                                                        -      -      -

  Thick malachite columns on either side of the tunnel bulwark the heavy
ceiling above, crashing down into cracked malachite beneath.  The air is
heavy with incense and cigar smoke, almost stiflingly so, while callous
laughter echoes through the tunnels.  Braziers burn brightly, searing their
way through the trees of the Forest above.  Sound is oddly muted down here,
with the natural sound of the forest blocked out by alcohol and greed.
An exhausted initiate lies sprawled against the wall here.
An exhausted initiate lies sprawled against the wall here.
[Shop] An animated golem grinds its way around, offering reagents.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 185st> 
0 0 -1
east
You cannot move in that direction.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 185st> 
north

 The March of the Golem                                 -      N      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     - <---(M)---> -
                                                        -      S      -

  Thick malachite columns on either side of the tunnel bulwark the heavy
ceiling above, crashing down into cracked malachite beneath.  The air is
heavy with incense and cigar smoke, almost stiflingly so, while callous
laughter echoes through the tunnels.  Braziers burn brightly, searing their
way through the trees of the Forest above.  Sound is oddly muted down here,
with the natural sound of the forest blocked out by alcohol and greed.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 184st> 
0 0 -1
north

 The March of the Golem                                 -      -      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <---(M)---> -
                                                        -      S      -

  Thick malachite columns on either side of the tunnel bulwark the heavy
ceiling above, crashing down into cracked malachite beneath.  The air is
heavy with incense and cigar smoke, almost stiflingly so, while callous
laughter echoes through the tunnels.  Braziers burn brightly, searing their
way through the trees of the Forest above.  Sound is oddly muted down here,
with the natural sound of the forest blocked out by alcohol and greed.
An exhausted initiate lies sprawled against the wall here.
An exhausted initiate lies sprawled against the wall here.
An exhausted initiate lies sprawled against the wall here.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 183st> 
0 0 -1
west

 The March of the Golem                                 -      -      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <---(M)---> E
                                                        -      S      -

  Thick malachite columns on either side of the tunnel bulwark the heavy
ceiling above, crashing down into cracked malachite beneath.  The air is
heavy with incense and cigar smoke, almost stiflingly so, while callous
laughter echoes through the tunnels.  Braziers burn brightly, searing their
way through the trees of the Forest above.  Caslar's opulent office is to
the south, while the bright green tunnels lead off to the west and east.  
     A leaf has fallen from the trees above and settled here.
A veteran member of the Order bustles through on a task.

[Mail]<120hp 117sp 182st> 
0 0 -1
south

 The Master's Hold                                      -      N      -
(-------------------------------------------------)     - <---(M)---> -
                                                        -      -      -

  Mined out from beneath a clump of trees in the northeast corner of the
forest, this chamber is lit by a huge font of glowing water in the center.
Pale light plays across the malachite walls, adding to the beauty and glory
of the room.  Everything here is richly decorated and carefully so; for the
Order of the Malachite Golem, everything is done right, to a high standard,
even if it takes time.  Huge malachite pillars bulwark the ceiling above,
and there's not a root to be seen; only malachite, marble and perfection.  
     A marble font filled with luminescent water glows softly here.
[Quest] Caslar, leader of the Order of the Malachite Golem, glares at you.

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qc 3099
This quest [4022] is called 'Metaquest Malachite Golem',
for Adventurers levels 10 to 60.
Caslar is the master in charge of this quest.
Aid the Order of the Malachite Golem in its conquest of Rune Forest, and
crush the Order of the Rabid Wolf beneath your boot.  Rise through the ranks
of the Order, grow stronger, and seize the opportunity.  

You can receive each step in this quest chain by saying 'I'm ready to move
on' to Caslar.
Upon successful completion of this quest the Quest Master will show
notable appreciation for your efforts.
This quest has no time limit.
Metaquest Malachite Golem consists of:
Phase 1: Complete Quest #4001 'Exploring the Forest'.
Phase 2: Complete Quest #4004 'Conqueror's Raiment'.
Phase 3: Complete Quest #4006 'Rune Graveyard'.
Phase 4: Complete Quest #4008 'On the Offensive'.
Phase 5: Complete Quest #4010 'Poisoning Rune River'.
Phase 6: Complete Quest #4012 'Destruction from Above'.
Phase 7: Complete Quest #4014 'The Final Reckoning'.
Phase 8: Complete Quest #4016 'Looking Forward'.
Phase 9: Complete Quest #4018 'Seek Her Out'.
Phase 10: Complete Quest #4020 'Into the Clockwork Oak'.
Caslar tells you 'This quest will allow you to track your progress as you climb the ranks of the Order.'
This quest [4001] is called 'Exploring the Forest',
for Adventurers levels 10 to 60.
Caslar is the master in charge of this quest.
The other morons are off on other tasks, so we're going to have you go
out and scout the Forest.  Start by visiting Rune Park, and make sure you
remember the location of the gazebo, or 'recall'.  Bribe the head park
keeper while you're there; we need to ensure he keeps his mouth shut.  

Scout the Desolate Isle after that, and cut down some trees in the forest to
boost our lumber supply.  Finally, go into the Dark Forest and collect some
obsidian.  Follow the Trail until it splits westwards, and follow that fork
to the Misty Rocks where you can set this explosive to harvest some
obsidian.  Be wary though, you'll need to be quick. Such an action disturbs
the mist spirits, and we've already lost several idiot initiates to those.  
Upon successful completion of this quest the Quest Master will show
notable appreciation for your efforts.
This quest has no time limit.
Exploring the Forest consists of:
Phase 1: Journey to A Peaceful Corner.
Phase 2: Journey to The Heart of the Park.
Phase 3: Bribe the head park keeper on behalf of the Order.
Phase 4: Visit Sombar.
Phase 5: Journey to The Heart of Desolation.
Phase 6: Journey to A Dusty Path.
Phase 7: Cut down five trees to boost the Order's lumber supply.
Phase 8: Harvest obsidian from the Misty Rocks in the Dark Forest.
Caslar gives you unrelenting dynamite.
Caslar gives you a vicious saw.
You inform Caslar you have completed your quest 'Diverging Paths - The Order of the Malachite Golem'.
Caslar tells you, 'Congratulations on the completion of thy quest, Kilenya!'
Caslar tells you, 'As a reward for thy valor, I am awarding you 1 quest points.'
You have gained the Mark of Fury!
Caslar hands you a tome of experience.
Your standing with The Order of the Malachite Golem has increased by 10,000.
You are now Appreciated amongst The Order of the Malachite Golem.
Your standing with The Order of the Rabid Wolf has decreased by 10,000.
You are now Apprehensive amongst The Order of the Rabid Wolf.