A Quiet Celebration

A Quiet Celebration

Year

1326 AE

Storyline

Living World Season 1

Chapter

Flame and Frost

Locations

• The Great Lodge
  (Hoelbrak)
  
• Imperator's Core
  (Black Citadel)
  
• Might and Main
  (Hoelbrak)

Level

80

Preceded by

Molten Furnace

Followed by

Ceremony and Acrimony

API

636

A Quiet Celebration—Knut Whitebear's Loft loading screen A Quiet Celebration—Citadel Stockade loading screen

A Quiet Celebration is the fifth and final story step of Flame and Frost, the first episode of Living World Season 1.

Objectives

• Leave the area to plan your next move.
• Read the letter from Braham.

Meet Braham at the Great Lodge.

• Head to Knut Whitebear's loft.
• Listen to the conversation.

Meet Rox at the jail in the Black Citadel.

• Head to the jail in the Black Citadel.
• Listen to the conversation.
• Read the letter.

Meet up with Rox and Braham at the victory bonfire.

• Celebrate victory with your new friends.

Rewards

• Refugee Child's Drawing (3) (guaranteed)

Walkthrough

After completing the previous story step, you will receive mail from Braham requesting that you meet in Hoelbrak near  Great Lodge Waypoint — . Upon entering the story instance, Braham, Eir, and Knut have a brief conversation about rebuilding Cragstead.

Afterward, head to the  Citadel Stockade — in the Black Citadel to meet with Rox. The easiest way to get there is to head west from  Hero's Waypoint — , turning right immediately after entering the main building (Imperator's Core). Alternatively, you can use  Imperator's Waypoint — and jump down the hole in the center of the room and head east from the ground level. Here, you will witness a brief cutscene between Rytlock and Rox.

After that, your mentor (depends on race) will send you a letter requesting your presence at the bonfire held near  Might and Main Waypoint — in Hoelbrak. Talk to Braham and Rox for credit toward  Avenger of the Dispossessed, then interact with the Victory Bonfire to complete the mission.

After the mission is complete, you will receive a final letter advertising the Fractals of the Mists. This has no bearing on the story.

Achievements

Avenger of the Dispossessed	Flame and Frost	10
Followed Up with Rox and BrahamOnce the Molten menace was eliminated, your allies returned home for closure. According to reports, Rox is visiting the jail in Black Citadel, and Braham is heading to Knut Whitebear's loft. Title: Avenger of the Dispossessed Objectives: 2 objectives in total Rox Braham	Followed Up with Rox and Braham	10

• Speak with both Braham and Rox during the mission.
• Make sure to do so before interacting with the bonfire.

A Rallying Flame	Flame and Frost	10
Commemorate the completion of the Flame and Frost story arc by celebrating with your new allies in Hoelbrak.	Story Arc Completed	10

• Granted upon interacting with the Victory Bonfire. This is a required objective and will end the story step.

A Quiet Celebration	Flame and Frost	1
Complete the story chapter A Quiet Celebration. Reward: Rox's Reinforced Treat Bag	Completed A Quiet Celebration	1

• Complete the story step.

NPCs

At Knut Whitebear's Loft

Canines

• Garm

Norn

• Braham Eirsson
• Eir Stegalkin
• Knut Whitebear

At Citadel Stockade

Charr

• Hastur Backbiter
• Rox
• Rytlock Brimstone
• Seneca the Relentless
• Veteran Flame Legion Prisoner
• Vix Scapegoat

Devourer

• Frostbite

Dredge

• Veteran Dredge Prisoner

At the Victory Bonfire

Charr

• Rox

Devourer

• Frostbite

Norn

• Braham Eirsson
• Ahava Greywolf
• Refugee
• Victory Flamekeeper

Objects

• Half-Burnt Poetry
• Victory Bonfire

Dialogue

Mail

Braham Eirsson No Rest for Me <Character name>, I can't thank you enough for helping avenge Cragstead. The Molten Alliance was foolish to push us, but that device...I'm glad we destroyed it. I'm on my way to Knut Whitebear in Hoelbrak. I owe him nothing, but reporting what happened is the right thing to do... Besides, I heard from one of the prisoners that Ottilia might be in Hoelbrak. Safe. I want to make sure she's okay. Rox sends her thanks too. She's taking captured Alliance members back to the Black Citadel stockades. I know we come from different worlds, but Rox says we were thrown together for a reason. She doesn't think this will be the last time we meet, and I hope she's right. Maybe I'll see you in Hoelbrak. I owe you the largest glass of ale you can carry. Oh, and Rox suggests you go to the Citadel to help her with the interrogations. Who knows what intel you two might collect. May Wolf guide your steps, my friend. —Braham Eirsson

At Knut Whitebear's Loft

During the cutscene

Braham: I thought you should know. They were almost all... By the time I got to Cragstead, a dozen of my friends...

Knut: I see. May the Spirits guide them to peace.

Braham: If we'd stood together...but no. It's every hunter for himself, right?

Eir: It's not that simple.

Braham: Yes. It is.

Eir: What are you going to do now?

Braham: You care? I'm going to rebuild Cragstead with whoever's left of my friends.

Knut: The smart choice is to regroup and finish the fight later. Whatever you do, may the Spirits keep you safe.

After the cutscene

Knut Whitebear: He has Bear's backbone and Raven's wit.

Eir Stegalkin: Yes. He got those from his father. I just wish he didn't also have Wolf's heart.

Talking to your allies

Braham: I'm glad I ran into you, Commander. Everything you did...it means a lot. All for a stranger you didn't even know. You'll always find a warm welcome in Cragstead. Visit anytime.

Are you headed back to Cragstead?

Not yet, but soon. I want to enjoy the victory bonfire with the remaining refugees. We deserve it. After that, I'll return home. I want to make sure Ottilia is okay. I haven't seen her yet...

Enjoy the celebrations...and best of luck.

I'll be sure to say hello, Braham.

Eir Stegalkin: I heard you went to Cragstead, with Braham. I hope you had a good fight. I was worried for...those homesteaders.

Braham fights well.

No doubt. I wish I could've fought beside him, but I couldn't leave Hoelbrak to fend for itself. I tried to convince Braham to stay, too. He'll probably never forgive me...

So it's true. Braham is your son?

It's true. I was young and eager to prove myself. He's lived with his father all these years. Borje, that foolish man... We agreed it was the best thing for him. For Braham.

If you put in the time, Braham'll figure it out.

He'll come around

Every fight is a good fight.

Knut: I hear you've been busy, my friend. I bet it was a satisfying venture to send the Molten Alliance packing. A good kick to the face... I want to hear all the details, maybe over a cold glass of ale?

Like you said, it was a...venture.

I'm sure it was. The Vigil came through for us here. Apparently the Molten Alliance has bases lining the mountains... It doesn't sound like they'll be stirring up any more trouble. For now, at least.

We'll see.

Some other time.

At the Citadel Stockade

During the cutscene

Rytlock: Chose a new pet?

Rox: It chose me.

Rytlock: Well, it suits you. Train it well.

Rox: I will.

Rox: I was wondering, Tribune. When...

Rytlock: When will you know if you're qualified to join my warband? When I'm damn good and ready, gladium, and not before.

Rox: Yes, Tribune. Sorry, Tribune.

Talking to your allies

Rytlock Brimstone: Another time, Commander. I've got things to do. Talk to Seneca if you need assistance.

Hey, what are you gonna do to Rox?

If I told you, I'd have to kill you. Don't worry. She's tough. She can probably handle whatever we throw at her, so long as she's smart and asks for help. Gotta go.

Okay.

I will.

Seneca the Relentless: Scorch me, I haven't seen this place so full since...I can't remember.

What's going to happen to them?

They'll stay here until the imperator is done interrogating them, then he'll judge and sentence them. Chances are they'll be sent to the Blood Citadel, where they'll be properly punished.

Have they explained why they did it?

They felt more powerful in the Alliance than alone. They obviously want to take territory. Who knows how far they'll go. I'm glad we can rely on folks like you to stop them.

What will happen to all their weapons?

We're salvaging what we can. When a factory is destroyed, it takes the weapons caches with them. No Iron Legion soldier worth his salt could pass up a chance to study the molten arms though.

I see.

That makes sense.

I can't feel sorry for them.

I'm just glad we got some alive.

Rox: I didn't expect to see you. It's good to see a friendly face. Tribune Brimstone has me interrogating the prisoners. I owe you a big thanks for your help at the hatchery. Rytlock was impressed.

Have you gotten them to talk?

A little. Been spending more time keeping them from killing each other. Both blame the other for their defeat. Any comradery the Molten Alliance had is gone. You're welcome to give it a shot, though.

What're you up to now?

I have a long-overdue date with a hot meal and a long, relaxing bath. As soon as this interrogation is done, there's a hot spring in the mountains with my name on it.

So, you've decided to adopt that little devourer?

More like he adopted me. Maybe we were meant for each other. Soon as I can, I'll take him back to the hatchery so we can train together.

How's the warband bid going?

So far so good, though I've only just begun. I think they were impressed by how we handled the hatchery, but that was just a preliminary test. There will be more, and it'll be brutal.

Call on me, if you need help.

Absolutely! Thanks for offering. I'm going to need all the luck and help I can get. I'm familiar with Tribune Brimstone's depth of imagination when it comes to testing. I'll be in touch.

I look forward to it.

Good luck!

Good luck with him.

I know what you meant.

I may do that.

Glad to have helped. See you later.

Rytlock looks at the prisoners before leaving

Rytlock Brimstone: (chuckles)

Talking to the first Veteran Dredge Prisoner

It doesn't matter what you do to me. We dredge will not be ignored! Success was in our grasp! If only the Flame Legion weren't as thick as bedrock...

Thick? What do you mean?

Too thick to learn new tricks. We tried, but they're trapped in the past. All they know is fury. Give them anything sensitive to handle, like dredge machinery, and they crumple under the pressure.

So, why did you ally with them?

Vova told us it was safe. That it was a good idea.

But why the Flame Legion?

They control the lava, the beautiful lava that flows through our caves. We used it to power our hybrid machinery.

Those weapons are gone now.

I see.

I'm not surprised.

Too bad, so sad.

Talking to the Veteran Flame Legion Prisoner

(If male charr)

Those dredge better be ready for Gaheron's fires. They're gonna burn for this. Bumbling pinheads!

It's not turning out like you wanted?

You might say we overestimated the dredge ability to pull their heads out of their holes. All they want is to dig deeper, when the territory worth grabbing is on the surface.

What made you do it?

It sounded like a good idea at the time. Mine the dredge for all their secrets, use them to take territory, then put them in their places.

I see.

Ah hah.

I don't think they'll be alone.

(if female charr)

You dare raise your eyes to me, female? If I weren't in this cage, I'd teach you how to behave.

But you are in a cage. Why is that, do you suppose?

Never underestimate the ability of a lesser being to burn down your plans. Should've kept the dredge on a shorter leash.

You're going to prison for a long time.

(otherwise)

What? You got a problem with me?

Just curious. What did you hope to accomplish?

You could never understand because you and your people are destined to die in our fires. Your time is coming. You should prepare yourselves.

What are you talking about?

Nothing. Nevermind. Go fight your dragons. If you don't, they'll annihilate you.

They'll annihilate you too.

I doubt it. We'll be here long after the dragons have swallowed you and yours.

In your dreams.

Not if I have anything to say about it.

You talk big. I'm going now.

Not any more.

Talking to the second Veteran Dredge Prisoner

It was the Flame Legion! I warned them! I warned ALL of them that those good-for-nothing occultists...

Easy to blame someone else for your misjudgments, isn't it?

Misjudgments? Argh, perhaps... We thought we could work on common ground, merge our technologies... We'd never have to worry about being conquered again. We believed them!

Them?

I've already said too much. If I were you, I'd direct my questions at the charr. They're far more guilty than we are.

Shame on you.

Shame on me? Shame on my leaders! They let themselves be seduced by power. We were fine until we got greedy. Evil trickster! Evil!

I see you have nothing more to add.

Cooperate and things will go better for you.

Things couldn't go worse. We're doomed! Doomed by our own greed for power. Blinded by seductive words and slippery promises. And now, we're losing our weapons caches. Our factories. (sob)

I see you have nothing more to add.

You blew it. Your plan failed.

The plan was flawed from the beginning. We were not orchestrating our own momentum. Instead, we listed to the seductive promises of that snake and stuck our heads out too far of our holes.

I see you have nothing more to add.

This isn't getting me anywhere.

I'll leave you to Rox's interrogation.

Hmph.

Mail from mentor (varies per race)

(if asura)

Zojja Exemplary Performance You're as tactful as ever, <Character name>. The Molten Alliance has scattered—they're disorganized and panicking and won't bother us again any time soon. Unfortunately, we still have no viable theories as to why the two forces coalesced. I'll continue to examine the subject from Rata Sum. In the meantime, you should use this respite to rejuvenate yourself at the celebratory bonfires. It's your efforts in the field that demoralized the invaders. —Zojja

(if charr)

Rytlock Brimstone, Blood Legion Tribune Diessa Plateau Secured Solid work, <Character name>. The Molten Alliance forces have scattered and retreated. They're unlikely to bother us again. The only thing worth considering now is why the cowards joined forces in the first place. I plan to review the issue. You, on the other hand, have earned yourself a sabbatical at the victory bonfires. Use the time wisely. Things get awfully eventful awfully fast these days. —Rytlock

(if norn)

Eir Stegalkin Relief at Last We couldn't have done it without you, <Character name>. The Molten Alliance has deteriorated for the moment. Dredge still inhabit Wayfarer Foothills, but they're independent of the alliance. My next task is to find out what caused those two forces to unite. While I'm investigating the matter, I encourage you to rest and warm yourself at the celebration bonfires. This battle was hard-fought, and your contributions have earned you the right to a little relaxation. —Eir

(if sylvari)

Caithe It's Over Your deeds have come to fruition, <Character name>. The Molten Alliance has crawled back into its holes for now, overcome by the efforts of adventurers like you. My only concern is what inspired their forces to ally. While I explore the possibilities, I'd like you to take this time to restore your strength and relish the victory celebration at the bonfires. —Caithe

(if human)

Captain Logan Thackeray Victory The Molten Alliance has splintered. Hoelbrak and the Black Citadel are free of the invading forces, for now. What remains unknown is why the dredge and Flame Legin collaborated to begin with. I've decided to explore the matter. However, I expect you to use this time to recuperate in the warmth of the celebratory bonfires. You were instrumental in our success and deserve the break. —Logan

At the Victory Bonfire in Hoelbrak

Talking to your allies

Ahava Greywolf: Spirits be praised that it's finished, though I have to say, it's still hard to celebrate when I know what heartbreak and hardship the refugees went through. Maybe now they can start over.

What are they doing now?

The Consortium camp in Southsun Cove is calling to some people. Others, though, are talking about following some kid named Braham back to rebuild his village. Kid's got a way about him. Inspiring.

Interesting. 'Bye.

I hope so. 'Bye.

Rox: Commander! Good to see you. Figured I'd make my way to Hoelbrak after the interrogations, take a minute to savor the quiet. Plus, Braham is quite the singer when he's three glasses of ale deep...

Hopefully the quiet lasts.

Word is that the Molten Alliance has scattered. The Vigil and Wolfborn are caging up the stragglers, trying to gather any intel they can. The Citadel jail's going to need a new annex at this rate.

I meant to ask in the mine, about the explosives...

Oh, yeah... I... I'm not ready to talk about that. Not yet. I've got a weight on my shoulders, and sometimes it keeps me from opening up. It keeps me from living. But if I take it day by day...

We can talk whenever you're ready.

That's good to hear.

Sounds like you're having fun!

Braham: Commander! I'm glad you could make it. Sit, please. Grab an ale and we'll savor a moment of reprieve.

I'm glad to see you in high spirits.

High enough spirits. The loss of life at Cragstead... Well, at least we can celebrate our victory against the Molten Alliance. The Vigil is keeping an eye out for any more weapons facilities.

Hopefully this is the end of it.

Thanks, Braham. Maybe I will.

Victory Flamekeeper: Join me at the bonfire, friend. We celebrate the Molten Alliance's defeat! It was hard won, but well deserved.

To victory!

Interacting with the Victory Bonfire

This bonfire represents our victory over the Molten Alliance. A satisfying chorus of snaps and crackles fills the air, though there's something bittersweet about the smell.

Warm yourself.

Leave.

After talking to everyone and interacting with the bonfire

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My story

“ I regrouped with Braham in Hoelbrak to report back to Knut and Eir. His friends, his family—most of them were killed during the raid at Cragstead. Knut expressed his regrets, but his remorse felt forced. I think Braham's anger was justified—if anything, given the loss of his home his anger was modest. Rox was already hands-on with her interrogation when I got back to the Black Citadel. Rytlock isn't ready to welcome her to his warband, yet. He doesn't pass out compliments as readily as, say, Logan, but his warmth is subtle. After everything I witnessed at the hatchery and mine, I can tell Rox is a good one. A little weary, but she's sharp—and with the way things are escalating, we need more allies. I finally regrouped with Braham in Hoelbrak to participate in "victory" celebrations. We sat by the fire for a while, listening to drunken ballads and clanking glasses of ale. Standing there, I couldn't help but feel uneasy. I suspect this is the beginning of something bigger. I can't put my finger on it, but all those experiments... Well, we'll see what happens next. Tonight, we celebrate. Even if all we're celebrating is a moment of rest. — My story

Notes

• In original release, members of the Vigil would get a mail from General Almorra Soulkeeper instead of the racial mentor.

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Living World Season 1 storyline

Flame and Frost	New Friends, New Enemies → The Battle for Cragstead → Alliance Investigation → Molten Furnace → A Quiet Celebration
Sky Pirates	Ceremony and Acrimony → Hard Boiled → No More Secrets → Aether Investigation → The Aetherblade Retreat → Case Closed
Clockwork Chaos	The Opening Ceremony → The Queen's Address → Clockwork Invasion → Scarlet's Playhouse → Picking Up the Pieces
Tower of Nightmares	The Nightmare Unveiled → Making the Antitoxin → The Tower of Nightmares → The Nightmare Incarnate → The Nightmare Ends → Awake and Allied
Battle for Lion's Arch	The Twisted Marionette → Connecting the Pieces → Escape from Lion's Arch → The Battle for Lion's Arch → Battle on the Breachmaker → Scarlet's End → After the Battle → Dawn of the Next Journey
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