#topic: items

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Calcinator

A calcinator is a stove or crucible which reduces metals and substances to ash so their arcane properties can be separated from the dross. They must be made of porcelain or iron device to withstand the high temperatures necessary to reduce certain substances to ash.

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Bloodworm Helm

Said to have been left behind by the Worm King himself.  Evil, but beautiful. If you wish to sell it, [PC], I can give you 17000 gold for it.

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BiPolar Blade

Legend has it that a nobleman sank his fortune into creating a blade of supreme power. Two smiths on opposite ends of Tamriel created each half of the blade, unaware of the other, with the hope that no one man, save the owner of the blade, would know its true power. Unfortunately, the smiths were not given enough instruction, and created halves with enchantments that completely negated each other. Do you wish to part with it, [PC]? I can offer you 20000 for it.

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Barilzar's Mazed Band

All I know is that the goddess wants it returned. You'll find it in the ruins beneath the Temple. Search to the northwest in the sewers. There was a passageway in the Abandoned Crypt that had been blocked off by a cave-in, but Almalexia had the area cleared. As for the item itself, I don't really see why you'd need to know any more about it. If you must inquire, perhaps Gavas Drin can give you more details.

Yes...the Mazed Band. Barilzar himself was a powerful mage...quite powerful, in fact. He created the band sometime in the middle of the Second Era, and soon after disappeared. The purpose of the artifact is unknown to me, [PC]. All I know is that the Lady wants it. I can only assume it will allow her to better minister to her people, though I find that hard to imagine.

I have heard of this thing,[PC], but I know very little about it. I've heard whispers about it, but few details. Some say it is cursed...some say it is not. I can't understand why the goddess would want such a thing. If you want to know more, I would suggest speaking with Torasa Aram at the Museum of Artifacts. She has great knowledge of these things. Take care...some things are best left buried.

You should not even speak of that cursed object! I'm sorry, friend [PC]...I did not mean to snap at you. I have heard many tales of that ring, and the evil Barilzar who created it. It was to be a means of teleportation for the wizard, but it was much worse than that. That ring was said to open gates to hellish planes, releasing creatures best left in nightmare. I've heard the ring was stripped of its power, and that only a god could use it now and not be destroyed. The thought chills my bones.

The Mazed Band may actually be no more than a legend, though there is no doubt of Barilzar's existence, or his power. It has been said that the Mazed Band was able to open rifts in time and space...that it could even open the gates of Oblivion. It's been said that it would take one of divine birth to wield the ring. Some speculate that that was how Barilzar himself met his end. Of course, this is all conjecture. No one really knows what happened to the man or the Band. All of that was lost centuries ago.

An interesting item, is it not? It seems ordinary enough, but it is much more. The ring is cold now, but the embers of its power still burn hot within. I will use my magic to reawaken this power.

Do not concern yourself too deeply in these matters, friend [PC]. I will use the ring as I do everything...to serve the Temple and all of Morrowind. You have been a pleasant surprise to meet. I have seen something in you that I have not seen in a very long time. I bestow the blessing of My Light upon you. May it serve you well. We will speak again soon.

It is good and right that the Band be in my possession. Surely, it will be a boon to all of my people. Your efforts are appreciated.

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Aquatic Potions

Aquatic potions aid the subject in movement and survival in an aquatic environment. Aquatic potions include: water breathing, swift swim, and water walking.

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Apparatus

Making potions requires pieces of specialized alchemical equipment called 'apparatus.' Better quality apparatus are more reliable in their results, and produce a finer product. The four types of apparatus are: mortar and pestle, retort, alembic, and calcinator. Apparatus can be purchased from alchemists.

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Anonymous Writer

We'd like you to find the anonymous writer of 'The Common Tongue' and persuade him to stop printing such lies about King Helseth. When we make official inquiries, people just look stupid and assure us they have no idea what we are talking about. We think you may have better luck -- particularly if you approach less-reputable citizens -- persons who place profit above honor.

First we want you to ask around and discover who is writing these lies. Then we want you to find him and persuade him to stop printing lies. The manner of the persuasion is left to your discretion. You WILL be discreet, of course. We don't want to appear to be threatening the time-honored Imperial traditions of encouraging free speech.

You pretend that this mission is not to your taste -- perhaps to encourage me to raise the value of my rewards. Such pretenses are foolish. I know you will change your mind and accept this mission. And I'll be here waiting.

What do YOU know about it? Do not let our close association confuse you into thinking I will tolerate disrespectful speech concerning our sovereign.

I take your point. King Helseth IS a skilled alchemist and student of bodily processes. But it won't do to have people referring to our sovereign as a common poisoner, will it?

Good. Report to me when you've found this anonymous writer and made sure that he will never print lies about King Helseth again.

So. Trels Varis is the anonymous writer of 'The Common Tongue'. And Trels Varis gave you his word that he would not discuss King Helseth in 'The Common Tongue'. And you gave him 3000 gold to contribute to the Widows and Orphans Fund.

Yes. So you give me your word that Trels Varis will keep HIS word? Well. We have placed our trust in your judgement, and I'm sure you will stand guarantee for it. And you shall have your expenses, and rich reward besides. Thank you. There's just one more official matter. Go to Lady Barenziah. She's asked to speak with you.

We place great trust in your judgement. We are very satisfied with your service. You shall have your expenses, and a rich reward and great honor besides. I give you a 'King's Oath' blade -- exactly like those used by the Royal Guard. Only those sworn to the king's service and tested by great trials may use them. They bear deadly curses that kill thieves and traitors. I welcome you into our brotherhood. And there's one last official matter. Go to Lady Barenziah. She's asked to speak with you.

So Trels Varis is the anonymous writer of 'The Common Tongue'. And you threatened the lives of his aged parents. And Trels Varis gave you his word that he would not discuss King Helseth in 'The Common Tongue'. You show fine judgement, and a light touch. We are very satisfied with your service, and are pleased to give you a rich reward, and great honor besides.

So Trels Varis is the anonymous writer of 'The Common Tongue'. And Trels Varis is dead? Your solution is simple and elegant. We are very satisfied with your service. You have earned our generous reward, and our most sincere expressions of gratitude. There's one more official matter. Go to Lady Barenziah. She's asked to speak with you.

[I want to refrain in general from reprinting entire quests, but I have a soft spot for Hlaalu Helseth, that enormous bastard.]

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Animal Products

Animal products of commercial value on Vvardenfell include the following: alit hide, crab meat, dreugh wax, guar hide, hound meat, kagouti hide, kwama cuttle, kwama egg, netch leather, racer plumes, rat meat, scales, scrib jelly, scrib jerky, scuttle , shalk resin, and Sload soap.