Herald

Heralds are NPCs that were added to each of the major cities with the Flame and Frost: Prelude release. These NPCs provide information on the latest occurrences in the living story of Tyria. There are two heralds in each of the major capital cities (Divinity's Reach, Hoelbrak, the Black Citadel, Rata Sum, The Grove, and Lion's Arch), situated near the city's key entrances/exits. The heralds are apparently members of the Order of Whispers.

Upon logging in for the first time after the introduction of heralds, players receive a unique mail that varies depending on their race, informing them of the heralds' appearance and purpose.

The first information that heralds have provided to players has been regarding the Flame and Frost: Prelude living story content.

Dialogue

During Dragon Bash

All heralds except LA

Dragon Bash has begun. Contests, challenges, sights, and sounds await you in scenic Lion's Arch!

Thanks.

Lion's Arch heralds

On behalf of the Lion's Arch Tourism Bureau, I'd like to welcome you to Lion's Arch and to Dragon Bash. How can I help you?

What should I see?

Everything, but it's my job to say that. I'll make this easier for you. Do you want historical sites, games, or festivities?

Let's start with historical sites.

A history buff, I see. You'll want to check out the new Cobiah Marriner statue in White Crane Terrace.

Tell me about the games.

Tell me about the festivities.

Thanks.

Games. Definitely games.

Ah, then you'll want to fight other Tyrians face-to-face in Dragon Ball. Or maybe betting on the birdies in the moa races is more your speed.

I like the sound of Dragon Ball. Where is it?

You'll want to talk to Finolla near the Mystic Forge. She'll explain it all. Have fun.

And the moa races?

Thanks.

I feel lucky. Point me to the moa races.

Look for an asura named Tigg at Farshore Ward in the city limits. He's in charge of the races.

What about Dragon Ball?

Thanks.

I'd rather hear about the historical sites.

Festivities! Tell me, tell me, tell me.

Thanks.

Time for some fun. Festivities.

You want a spectacle? Well, you got it! First, is the holodragon lighting up the Lion's Arch sky. Then there's the pinatas, ready for bashing. Last but not least, the effigies.

Tell me about the pinatas.

Keep an eye out for them in the city. When you spot one, bash it open. There's a number of treats inside for the taking. A harmless way to vent anger against the real dragons.

What are the effigies?

Tell me about the sites.

I want to hear about the games.

Got it.

What are the effigies?

Oh, it's the centerpiece of Dragon Bash. Two massive dragon effigies will be burned, symbolizing Tyria's united struggle, sacrifice, and eventual victory over the Elder Dragons.

Now about the pinatas.

What about the games?

Tell me about the festivities.

What are these historical sites?

Good-bye.

No, wait. Tell me about the games.

Tell me about the festivities.[sic]

Thanks.

I'll figure it out on my own.

Thanks.

During Last Stand at Southsun

All heralds

Canach has been spotted on Southsun Cove and may be behind the recent animal attacks there. Who knows how much lasting damage he's done? Head to Southsun Cove to see for yourself!

Who's Canach?

He's the sylvari mercenary who stirred up the karka a while back and got the Lion's Arch lighthouse destroyed. He's at it again, too, making the karka crazy–or "crazier," I should say.

Thanks for the information.

Thanks.

All heralds, starting June 4

All hands to Southsun Cove! Canach is in custody, but wildlife all over the area is still going insane! Lionguard and Consortium are calling for all the help they can get.

Where's Southsun Cove?

In the Sea of Sorrows, south of Lion's Arch. You can get there by boat or by Asura Gate, but first you have to reach Lion's Arch itself.

Who's Canach?

Thanks.

Who's Canach?

He's the sylvari mercenary who stirred up the karka a while back and got the Lion's Arch lighthouse destroyed. He's at it again, too, making the karka crazy–or "crazier," I should say.

Where's Southsun Cove?

Thanks for the information.

Thanks for the information.

During No Event

Lion's Arch

It's a good day to wander the countryside. I have no big news–nor little news, for that matter.

What are your duties?

I gather information for the Ship's Council and relay it to our citizens. However, today's so quiet you can hear a sparrow fart.

Okay then.

Good to know. 'Bye.

Divinity's Reach

No gossip here, I'm afraid. If it weren't for the occasional half-naked sylvari passing through, I'd be bored to tears.

What's your job?

I'm the queen's herald. I gather information from our scouts and the rumor mill. Then I make sure everyone else knows about it too.

Good. Keep it up.

Good to know. 'Bye.

The Grove

Oh dear. We have a reprieve from the chaos. I have nothing to report today.

You usually have something to report?

Oh yes. The Firstborn asked me to be the official herald of the Grove. I gather and disseminate important information–usually.

I'll come back later.

Good to know. 'Bye.

Flame and Frost Dialogue

Prelude

Herald: Reports are coming in from Diessa Plateau. Bad storms. And refugees too.

And farther away?

Herald: Wayfarer Foothills is having trouble with dredge and snow storms. Hoelbrak has its own refugee problem too.

Got it.

Understood.

The Gathering

Herald: Have you heard? The dredge are invading homesteads in northern Wayfarer Foothills. We have all these refugees coming here for safety.

Anything I can do around here?

Herald: Talk to the refugee coordinator over by the refugee camp. The refugees have put up a makeshift camp between Bear's and Wolf's lodges.

And farther afield?

And farther afield?

Herald: I've heard rumors that the Black Citadel has refugees appearing too, fleeing Flame Legion invasions in Diessa Plateua.

I see.

Okay. 'Bye.

The Razing

The Grove

Herald : Oh me, but they're having troubles in Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau. War, even. A Priory field reporter told me she met a sylvari in the Black Citadel who was asking for help. A sylvari so far away!

How can I help?

Herald: This is a good start, but you should travel to Hoelbrak or the Black Citadel. I hear there are scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills—just outside those cities—who can tell you which areas are most hurt.

And what does that sylvari you mentioned want?

Herald: Not sure. He says his name is Brandubh and he needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Oh, yes. I get my lore and rumors from them. They're a rich source of information, with eyes and ears all over Tyria. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have joined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help?

I see.

Okay. 'Bye.

Rata Sum

Herald: The situation's intensified in Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau. If you're grossly uninformed, consult a Priory field reporter. Otherwise, a sylvari in the Black Citadel requires immediate assistance.

How can I help with the war efforts?

Herald: Start in the cities: the Black Citadel and Hoelbrak. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas are most vulnerable.

And what does the sylvari want?

Herald: We're not entirely sure. He goes by Brandubh and needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they're cognizant of recent events. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help with the war efforts?

I see.

Okay. 'Bye.

Divinity's Reach

Herald: Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau are still under attack. A Priory field reporter can fill you in. In the meantime, my sources spotted a sylvari in the Black Citadel who's desperate for help.

How can I assist the war efforts?

Herald: Start in the cities: the Black Citadel and Hoelbrak. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas are struggling most.

And what does the sylvari want?

Herald: We're not sure. He goes by Brandubh and needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they're well informed. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help with the war efforts?

I see.

Okay. Thanks.

Hoelbrak

Herald: Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau are under siege. I talked to a Priory field reporter—she's a good information source, by the way—and she told me there's a sylvari in the Black Citadel who needs help.

How can I help?

Herald: This is a good place to start, either here or in the Black Citadel. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas are most vulnerable.

And what does the sylvari you mentioned want?

Herald: Not sure. He says his name is Brandubh, and he needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they have a finger, an eye or two, and a couple ears on recent events. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help with the war efforts?

I see.

Okay. Thanks.

Black Citadel

Herald: The conflict in Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau rages on. Priory field reporters can brief you. And hey, while you're here, there's a dodgy sylvari near the refugee camp looking for adventurers.

How can I help the war efforts?

Herald: Look around—we're drowning in refugees. You can help here, or over in Hoelbrak. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas need securing.

And what does the sylvari want?

Herald: Not sure. He goes by Brandubh needs help with a "secret" project. Ask him yourself—he's over by the refugee camp.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they're aware of recent events. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help with the war efforts?

I see.

Okay. Thanks.

Lion's Arch

Herald: Things are still grim in Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau. A Priory field reporter can fill you in. and if you're feeling generous, a sylvari in the Black Citadel has need of an adventurer's skills.

How can I help the war efforts?

Herald: Start in the cities: the Black Citadel and Hoelbrak. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas are struggling most.

And what does the sylvari want?

Herald: We're not sure. He goes by Brandubh and needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

If a member of the Order of Whispers

Guess I'll seek the unsought.

Herald: You'll find the unfound. Brandubh is one of ours. His partner is undercover with the Molten Alliance, and Agent Brandubh need help collecting her intel. We'd prefer your cooperation to an outsider.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

(Same as below.)

Understood. I'll check it out.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they've kept track of this crisis. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

How can I help with the war efforts?

I see.

Okay. Thanks.

Retribution

Herald: The Molten war continues! The Vigil are assaulting their weapons facilities, a sylvari Whispers operative in the Black Citadel has asked for aid, and a Priory news reporter has gone to Hoelbrak.

Weapons facilities?

Herald: The Molten Alliance built weapons facilities underground throughout the Wayfarer Foothills and Diessa Plateau. Look for the entrances and don't go in without backup!

How else can I help?

Herald: Go over to Hoelbrak or the Black Citadel. There are also scouts in Diessa Plateau and Wayfarer Foothills who can tell you which areas are most vulnerable.

And what does the Whispers operative you mentioned want?

Herald: Not sure. He says his name is Brandubh, and he needs help with a "secret" project. I suggest you ask him yourself—he's near the refugee camp in the citadel.

You mentioned Priory field reporters.

Herald: Lorekeepers, rumormongers...pick a title. Point is, they have a finger, an eye or two, and a couple ears on recent events. One's by the refugees in Hoelbrak; the other's a golem near the Durmand Memorial in Lion's Arch.

What's going on out there?

Herald: Dredge and Flame Legion have combined forces in the Shiverpeaks. We heralds are calling them the Molten Alliance. Makes for shorter headlines.

I see.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Got it.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

May 12, 2013

The Molten Alliance is on the run! Their weapons are still lying around and need cleaning up, but some places have built victory bonfires. Either help mop up the enemy or celebrate–or both!

What weapons are out there?

Cursed sonic periscopes, still active in Wayfarer Foothills, Plains of Ashford, Diessa Plateau, Iron Marches, and Snowden Drifts. The Vigil are in those areas, helping with the problem.

Where are the bonfires?

Near the refugee camps in Hoelbrak, Black Citadel, and Lion's Arch. Go and celebrate!

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.

Okay. Thanks.