Unknown Nightmares: Experiments in the Shadows

Unknown Nightmares: Experiments in the Shadows is a Legendary Backpack: Orrax Manifested achievement. To start the achievement, the story step Salvation's Cost must be completed first.

Achievement

Unknown Nightmares: Experiments in the Shadows	Legendary Backpack: Orrax Manifested	5
Help a scientist reach out into the Mists, and hope that the Mists don't reach back. Prerequisite: Salvation's Cost Title: Transcends Preconceptions Reward: Binding of the Dragon Objectives: 10 objectives in total Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to learn how you can help further their research. Complete the "Collect lightning to keep the asura turrets charged" event in Mistburned Barrens or the "Collect jars, fill them with lightning, and deposit them in the drop-off locations" event in Janthir Syntri to charge the battery. Return to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos and give him the battery. Travel to Godslost Swamp and find the suspicious portal to calibrate Jorvik Jorundsson's sensor. Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to give him his sensor back. Complete the Chaos Crystal Cavern jumping puzzle in Iron Marches to find an appropriate crystal. Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to verify the crystal is appropriate for their purposes. Use the scrying pool in the Hall of Monuments to attune the crystal to become a vessel. Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to give him the attuned crystal. ... Talk to a shadowy being through their crystal mirror in Bava Nisos to acquire their blessing.	Completed 10 Steps	5

Walkthrough

	Objective	Map	Notes
1	Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to learn how you can help further their research.		Jorvik Jorundsson can be found in Mantle's Arrival, near  Mantle's Arrival Waypoint — .
2	Complete the "Collect lightning to keep the asura turrets charged" event in Mistburned Barrens or the "Collect jars, fill them with lightning, and deposit them in the drop-off locations" event in Janthir Syntri to charge the battery.		Complete either Collect lightning to keep the asura turrets charged (80) in Mistburned Barrens or Collect jars, fill them with lightning, and deposit them in the drop-off locations (80) in Janthir Syntri. In particular, the event in Mistburned Barrens has a known cooldown of 3 minutes.
3	Return to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos and give him the battery.		Return to Jorvik in Bava Nisos,  Mantle's Arrival Waypoint — .
4	Travel to Godslost Swamp and find the suspicious portal to calibrate Jorvik Jorundsson's sensor.		The suspicious portal in Godslost Swamp in Queensdale is located just east of  Swamplost Haven Waypoint — , outside of Swamplost Haven. It looks like a regular green underworld portal.
5	Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to give him his sensor back.		Return to Jorvik in Bava Nisos,  Mantle's Arrival Waypoint — .
6	Complete the Chaos Crystal Cavern jumping puzzle in Iron Marches to find an appropriate crystal.		The Chaos Crystal Cavern jumping puzzle starts at the west of  Old Piken Ruins Waypoint — .
7	Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to verify the crystal is appropriate for their purposes.		Return to Jorvik in Bava Nisos,  Mantle's Arrival Waypoint — .
8	Use the scrying pool in the Hall of Monuments to attune the crystal to become a vessel.		The Scrying Pool is at the northwest of  Eye of the North Waypoint — . Interact with it and select " Submerge the crystal into the scrying pool.".
9	Talk to Jorvik Jorundsson in Bava Nisos to give him the attuned crystal.		Return to Jorvik in Bava Nisos,  Mantle's Arrival Waypoint — .
10	Talk to a shadowy being through their crystal mirror in Bava Nisos to acquire their blessing.		Interact with Nightmare Contained located next to the blue marked boxes, to the right of Jorvik.

Objects

• Nightmare Contained
• Orrax Contained (object)
• Suspicious Portal to the Underworld

Dialogue

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson before starting the collection (1)

Ah, Commander! Exactly who I wanted to see. Got an experiment to finish, but I need the assistance of someone exceptional. Someone strong, brave, powerful, well-dressed—

And I suppose that's me?

You flatter me. Please continue.

With the titan incursions over in Janthir, the barriers between Tyria and the Mists—tenuous at best, I feel—have been weakening in some places.

(Continue.)

So, I'm running an experiment! To push the boundaries of science and obtain some more solid, meaningful data from the other side of the Mists.

Sure. I'm in. (starts the collection)

Excellent! The first thing I need is for you to charge a special battery of sorts—here, take this.

How can I do that?

Some of my esteemed colleagues have written to me about their attempts to harness lightning in Janthir Syntri and Mistburned Barrens. Lightning strikes should be powerful enough to charge it.

You can count me in.

I need to leave.

I've been there several times, you know. I could tell you about it.

Did you write it down? It's not a verifiable primary source until you've written it down!

Fair enough.

I need to leave.

What data are you after?

We've seen and heard so much about the Mists, but I'm sure it's just a fraction of what's out there. I want to find something new. Anything.

Won't that be dangerous?

Probably! We don't know what's out there! But we've had enough monsters come through that we're likely to discover more of those. Isn't that exciting, though?

Sounds like more of the same to me, honestly.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

Sounds rough. I'm out.

I'm sorry—who are you?

I am Professor Jorvik Jorundsson. Please, call me Jorvik.

Nice to meet you, Jorvik.

I need to leave.

Absolutely not.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Thank you for offering to help! How can I support your scientific pursuits?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Nothing for now, thank you.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after completing the lightning collection events (3)

Commander! I didn't see you there. Please tell me you have my battery...and that you remain unsinged.

Here you go. I hope this was worth the smell of burned hair.

What are a few hair follicles in the name of eternal glory...and finally being officially published? Give me one moment to plug this in...

(Wait patiently.)

Oh. I certainly dislike the sound of that. Let me try a quick recalibration...

I can wait.

Voice in the Radio: (Nightmarish wails sound from the device. Jorvik looks startled.)

That doesn't sound great.

Jorvik Jorundsson: This is...this is incredible! Do you hear that? Have we perhaps breached another realm?

No idea, but it didn't sound especially friendly.

That wasn't just a random scream or noise—there were definitely patterns to it! That was something trying to communicate. There was inflection. Intention!

It might be a sign to stop the experiment.

Of course we'll stop...and proceed to the next step! We need a transceiver so we can send a signal back. And that requires a sensor calibration to clear up that static.

I don't think you're listening to what I'm saying.

Of course I'm listening! You volunteered to go to Godslost Swamp in Queensdale to calibrate my sensor for me. Take this with you.

(sighs) Fine.

I need to leave.

I'm out.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

You're right. I'll be back when they heal.

I'll get it to you when I can feel my legs again.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Thank you for offering to help! How can I further the scientific cause?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Nothing for now, thank you.

Interacting with the Suspicious Portal to the Underworld (4)

(The portal hums ominously, but no enemies emerge from it.)

Well, this seems to be about as good as it gets.

(The sensor beeps a few times before its light turns green.)

Probably as calibrated as it can be.

Maybe later.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after returning from calibrating the sensor to the Underworld portal (5)

Jorvik Jorundsson: Ah! You startled me! Sorry, Commander, I was deep in thought. Did you finish calibrating the sensor?

Yup. Here it is.

Excellent! Let me get this plugged in. Let me...just... One... There!

(Continue.)

Here we go... Contact with an unknown, unknowable, terrifying noise in the Mists. Witness this for me, please, in case no one believe me later! Hello?

(The radio is silent for a moment, until it almost sounds like—)

Voice in the Radio: Tyrians...?

Who are you?

Who am I? Who are you, reaching through the veil? (sniffs) No...I know this essence. The commander.

Yes...that's me.

A hero of legend. What a moment this has become... I am intrigued.

(Continue.)

Jorvik Jorundsson: Commander, be careful. Creatures from the Mists are known for their trickery. It may be trying to butter you up and manipulate you.

I'll be careful.

Voice in the Radio: I have no desire to harm you. Your world is a curiosity to me. I've seen many great realms fall, and yet little Tyria thrives. Perhaps...I can see it for myself?

I don't know about that...

Jorvik Jorundsson: It is tempting, Commander... The data we could gather would be incredible. It could be worth the risk of letting this thing through. Whatever it is. Maybe there's a safe method....

Do you have a plan?

Perhaps. I need you to collect a crystal from the Chaos Crystal Cavern for me, please. I'll stay here and extract what data I can from our...guest. (progresses collection)

Let me go get that for you.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

This is your problem now. Bye.

Absolutely not.

Nope.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Thank you for offering to help! How can I support your scientific pursuits?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Nothing for now, thank you.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after returning from Chaos Crystal Cavern (7)

Jorvik Jorundsson:...No, the ruins are a matter of historical inquiry. Back to what I was asking—

(A deep conversation appears to be in progress.)

Voice in the Radio: But surely someone still lives who remembers enough to restore them to glory?

(Continue.)

Jorvik Jorundsson: Architecture is hardly my area of expertise! Now, if you could tell me what you are—

Ahem.

Commander! Finally. Someone I can get a straight answer out of.

(Continue.)

Voice in the Radio: Hello again, Commander.

I got the crystal. What have you learned?

Jorvik Jorundsson: Primarily that whatever this thing may actually be, it is frustratingly stubborn and difficult to get data from.

(Continue.)

Voice in the Radio: I'm simply hungry, and it's much harder to think when you're peckish... Commander, what does a warrior from your realm feast on? Perhaps the limb of a beast? Or your enemy's heart?

We've got all sorts of food, but heart isn't usually on the menu.

Jorvik Jorundsson: You see? It changes the subject at the slightest whim.

(Continue.)

Voice in the Radio: A pity I can't sample your food, given the distance between us... Although... Commander, you did say you'd retrieved the crystal our friend asked for?

Sure did. It's right here.

Incredible. Will it work, son of Jorund?

(Continue.)

Jorvik Jorundsson: Well, let's put it to the test.

(Continue.)

Voice in the Radio: Our distance thins. Perhaps you could attune the crystal for me... Anywhere a dragon has lingered should be powerful enough for me to reach through.

I can do that.

Jorvik Jorundsson: "Dragon"? That makes me nervous, but...didn't Aurene have a scrying pool up in the north? Maybe you can start there.

All right. I'll be back shortly.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

(Glance at Jorvik's notebook.)

Jorvik's Notebook (Its pages are covered in diligently prepared questions, probing for information about the mysterious entity. Each and every one has been scratched through with less and less precision.)

(Continue.)

The words "food motivated???" sprawl across the other page in barely legible handwriting.)

Well, it's a start. (continues with "Hello again, Commander.")

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I shouldn't interrupt.

I shouldn't interrupt.

I shouldn't interrupt.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Thank you for offering to help! How can I support your scientific pursuits?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Nothing for now, thank you.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after returning from the scrying pool (9)

Voice in the Radio: A monarch is not elected, but neither is an imperator. An imperator can claim the supremacy of their bloodline, yet they are not a monarch. Is that so?

(Continue.)

And your people... Your Whitebear is no monarch and claims no authority to rule. Yet his bloodline commands deference...or respect? The nuance yet escapes me.

(Continue.)

Jorvik Jorundsson: Commander. Tell me it's ready and done so I can stop casting knowledge into a bottomless pit. it asks...many questions.

Sounds like you've been having fun. Here's your crystal.

Thank the Spirits. Now, I need you to speak with the beast—and find out how to sate its curiosity without needing my constant attention.

Uh...

That box. Go. Please.

Alright. I'll handle this.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

Maybe they just need more time.

Maybe they just need more time.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Thank you for offering to help! How can I support your scientific pursuits?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Nothing for now, thank you.

Interacting with Nightmare Contained (10)

Nightmare Contained: Ah. Hello, Commander! Warrior of worlds.

Hello. Were you giving Jorvik a hard time?

Your friend has the mental stamina of a fledgling... He attempted to answer my questions, but I fear my curiosity exhausted him.

He seemed...stressed.

He'll survive. Now, that crystal?

We'll get to that, but I have a few questions.

Of course. I'll answer whatever the commander asks. What would you like to know?

What's the next step?

Swear yourself to me.

I...don't like the sound of that.

It's merely a formality. A contract, if you will.

Why do you need a contract?

A formal agreement should precede any exchange of magic. How else can we set forth mutually agreeable terms?

What terms did you have in mind?

I will bind us together, soul to soul. You will assist me in constructing a suitable vessel, so I may accompany you on your adventures.

This sounds remarkably one-sided.

Oh, no. The vessel ought to be something that empowers you, Commander. Something so needful that you'll want to carry me with you forever.

Forever is a long time.

Indeed. Ideally, it should suit your tastes—and display my magnificent tail. Perhaps something easily carried on the back? I shall require inspiration.

That seems practical.

And we'll need some manner of tribute, of course.

Of course.

The contract is sealed. I believe it's customary to say, "A pleasure doing business with you." Or is that too formal for a binding of souls? (completes the achievement)

It'll do. I have a few more questions.

What do you need, specifically? (Exits conversation.)

I'll talk to Jorvik.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I definitely need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

Who are you?

Ah, that's right. I haven't told you my name. Although I gear it may overwhelm you...

(Continue.)

Our names grow longer with time, you see. One title for each victory attained over our peers.

(Continue.)

But if we're to be companions, it would be impolite not to recite my full litany of deeds.

Hold on—

Attend! For I am Angharad Cathassach Vercingetorix, Vanquisher of Ten Thousand Nightmares, Merciful Conqueror of Eight Realms, Sealer of Ipos, the Third and Final—

Look, in Tyria it's...polite to tell people what you'd like to be called. (object name changes to Orrax Contained)

I see. You may call me Orrax.

Wait. You mentioned Ipos?

We share a long history. Between you and I, the sealing was a personal favor. They mentioned lying in wait for a mortal "equal in both power and hubris."

(Continue.)

I was pleased that they wanted to come to Tyria, but they went on about insinuation and corruption... A wasted opportunity. I would rather experience the splendors of your world.

(Continue.)

Now that I ponder it, I haven't seen them in a long while.

(If you have crafted The Binding of Ipos)

I have it on good authority that they're fine.

Then perhaps we'll meet again. They do owe me a favor in turn...

I have other questions, too.

I need to leave.

(Else if you have not crafted The Binding of Ipos)

Thank you. I have other questions, too.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

Thank you, Orrax.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

How do you know who I am?

Ha. Everyone knows who you are, Commander. We all watch. We all observe.

Well, that's...intimidating.

And you've fought so many things from my own realm. You're something of a legend...

Ominous.

Hence my excitement in meeting you.

I have other questions, too.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

Sorry, I'm busy.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Commander. What can I do for you?

Can you remind me what I was doing, please? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Can you remind me what you need?

I need to leave.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after completing  Unknown Nightmares: Orrax Contained but before binding Orrax Manifested

Oh, hello again, Commander. It's been too long. I do hope you're alone.

(If Orrax Contained is equipped)

Hello, son of Jorund.

(Continue.)

(sighs)

(Continue.)

(Continue.)

I've compiled a list of things you'll need to create and collect to provide a vessel for our..."friend."

You sound much less sure of this than you did when we contacted it.

Well, if you're determined to bind this thing to your soul and let it out into Tyria proper...you know the risks better than I do.

(If Orrax Contained is equipped)

When you put it like that...

I prefer to call it a partnership. A guarantee of companionship, for better or worse. In sickness and in health. Inseparable unto death—

Wow. Uh. Let's see that list!

Let's see the list.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

I need to leave.

After having gone through this dialogue once

Welcome back, Commander. How can I help?

What were we talking about? (Replay scene.) (starts the previous dialogue)

Can you remind me what I need?

Nothing for now, thank you.

Speaking with Jorvik Jorundsson after binding Orrax Manifested

Please leave me be. I'm trying to do science.

I'll leave you to it.

Trivia

• The achievement objectives refer to Jorvik Jorundsson with both neutral and masculine pronouns.