Suspicious Activity

Suspicious Activity

Location

Chantry of Secrets
(Bloodtide Coast)
Smuggler's Waypoint
(Lion's Arch)

Race

All Races

Level

48

Storyline

This Far, No Further
(Order of Whispers)

Preceded by

Attempted Deicide
Unholy Grounds
The Lost Chieftain's Return
Evacuation
Set To Blow

Followed by

The Battle of Claw Island

Maps

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Suspicious Activity is part of the personal story for characters who have joined Order of Whispers and is the transition from the racial sympathy quest chain to the next story arc.

Objectives

Suspicious Activity (level 48)

Report back to the secret headquarters

• Return to the Chantry of Secrets.
• Find Tybalt.
• Listen to the mission briefing.
• Receive mission intelligence from Riel.

The informant, Yeng, may still be in Lion's Arch. Investigate his residence.

• Meet Tybalt at Yeng Isen's estate.
• Search the top floor of the house.
• Search the underground.
• Explore the hidden passage.
• Identify the corpse.
• Defeat the Orrian Creature.

Rewards

• Variable 
  

Profession-specific

• One of the following: Potent Ring of the Berserker, Stout Ring of the Valkyrie, Rejuvenating Ring of the Cleric
• One of the following: Potent Ring of the Berserker, Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, or Stout Ring of the Valkyrie
• One of the following: Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, Vigorous Ring of the Knight, or Potent Ring of the Berserker
• One of the following: Hearty Ring of the Knight, Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, or Rejuvenating Ring of the Cleric
• One of the following: Vigorous Ring of the Knight, Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, or Potent Ring of the Berserker
• One of the following: Potent Ring of the Berserker, Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, or Rejuvenating Ring of the Cleric
• One of the following: Hearty Ring of the Knight, Penetrating Ring of the Berserker, or Potent Ring of the Berserker
• One of the following: Vigorous Ring of the Knight, Penetrating ring of the Berserker, or Potent Ring of the Berserker

Bug:

The inserted jewel (suffix) will be lost at some point after receiving the ring. This may be due to the jewel's level requirement (50) being higher than the ring's level (46).

Walkthrough

Meet back at the Order Headquarter's in Bloodtide Coast. After a brief cutscene you will be promoted to Lightbringer and charged with finding the whereabouts of Yeng Isen, a supposed traitor to the Order.

Head to Lion's Arch and meet up with Tybalt at Yeng's house. After searching the upstairs and concluding that Yeng has been here recently, Tybalt calls your attention to the basement, where there is a tunnel blocked off by some rocks. Clearing them, you find a long, winding passage underground, which is apparently the place Yeng used to house his animals. Many of them are still around, and some have become hostile due to neglect. Kill them on your way to the quest objective. Once you reach the final chamber, Yeng's body is in the middle of the room, and after a short cutscene you will fight his killer - a Champion Risen Creature (more equivalent to a Veteran). After slaying it, the mission ends, and Tybalt will explain that this sort of creature acts as a scout for Zhaitan - Lion's Arch is in imminent danger of invasion.

Note: Rangers have the opportunity to tame a Juvenile Pink Moa in Yeng's basement.

NPCs

Allies

• Charr
  • Tybalt Leftpaw
  • Halvora Snapdagger
• Human
  • Demmi Beetlestone
  • Doern Velazquez
  • Riel Darkwater
• Sylvari
  • Valenze
• Various
  • Whispers Agent

Enemies

• Bear
  • Murellow
• Canine
  • Crazed Rock Dog
• Destroyer
  • Destroyer Harpy
  • Destroyer Troll
• Skelk
  • Reef Skelk Lvl 46
  • Shadow Skelk Lvl 46
  • Skelk Scavenger
• Drake
  • Basilisk
• Wind Rider
  • Breeze Rider
• Risen
  • Risen Creature

Dialogues

Chantry of Secrets

Upon entering the Chantry of Secrets:

Halvora Snapdagger: There you are, Agent. Go find your partner, Tybalt, and then report for your briefing.

If you chose to aid the Grawl:

Gara: Alone, the grawl would have died off. Because of the Order of Whispers, we survive.

Doern Velazquez: The dragons are a threat to everyone, Gara. I'm pleased that your village has joined the fight against them.

Gara: All this world suffers. We will not stop until these great beats are dead

Talking to Gara:

Gara: I am glad to be able to repay the Order of Whispers for saving my tribe. The dragons do things no true god would allow. Perhaps they are none.

How is your tribe faring?

Gara: We have not found a new home yet, but they are safe for now. All are ready to answer your call. More grawl will come if you need them.

I hope it doesn't come to that.

Gods won't win this war. We will.

Approaching Tybalt:

Riel Darkwater: ...mustn't take it so hard. I read the report. The mission was a success.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Riel, they were unstoppable, We did all we could, and it was barely enough to save lives.

Riel Darkwater: Your gentle nature is your failing. Have courage.

Riel Darkwater: I see your partner has arrived.

Riel Darkwater: There you are, Agent. Please follow me to the briefing.

At the mission briefing (cinematic):

Doern Velazquez: We have a situation of critical importance. We've lost contact with Yeng Isen, one of our agents in Lion's Arch.

Doern Velazquez: I fear he's gone rogue and turned against us. If so, he could be taking a lot of secrets with him.

Deorn Velazquez: The very heart of the Order is in jeopardy. I plan to send two of our best operatives to track Yeng down.

Halvora Snapdagger: Was Yeng aware of the master's true identity?

Doern Velazquez: I don't think so, but it's possible. We had to trust Yeng a great deal in order to move him into a prominent position in the city.

Doern Velazquez: Agent, it's time to promote you to Lightbringer, our highest class of operative. Congratulations.

Doern Velazquez: Too bad it comes on the heels of such trouble. We're relying on you to handle the situation.

<Character name>: No trouble that Tybalt and I can't handle. If Yeng Isen betrayed the Order, we'll see he never shares what he know.

Doern Velazquez: Riel, brief the operatives, then return to Lion's Arch and continue in your guise as the commodore's assistant. Keep an eye out for anything unusual.

Riel Darkwater: By your will, Preceptor.

Talking to Riel:

Riel Darkwater: Your last mission was dangerous. Are you certain you're up for another so soon?

The dragons aren't going to stop just because I get injured. I'm ready.

Riel Darkwater: A solid point. And one I admire. We're lucky to have your courage among us.

What are the mission details?

(from here it's the same as in the charming response)

Let's talk more later.

Absolutely. The world won't save itself!

Riel Darkwater: Your confidence is admirable. Your sense of humor is even better.

What are the mission details?

Let's talk more later.

It's kind of you to worry, but we can handle anything.

Riel Darkwater: Partnership is good, but there will come a time when you only have yourself to rely on. Mark my words, Lightbringer.

Noted. Now, what are the mission details?

Riel Darkwater: Yeng Isen is the Keeper of Beasts in Lion's Arch. Whether for back-alley pit fight or the grand gladiatorial pit, he's your man.

That give him a lot of access and prestige, doesn't it?

Riel Darkwater: Precisely. But it also makes him a target for anyone disappointed in the fights.

Yeng Isen is missing, and he has many enemies. Got it.

Riel Darkwater: Good luck, Lightbringer.

Thank you. We'll keep you posted.

I'll keep that in mind.

What's a Keeper of Beasts?

Riel Darkwater: That's the person responsible for training fighting animals used in the gladiator fights.

That give him a lot of access and prestige, doesn't it?

On second thought, I'll get going now.

Let's talk more later.

Give me a moment. I'll be right back.

If you talk to Valenze (click "Show" to see the full dialogue):

Valenze: All right, Lightbringer. Now I can answer those burning questions of yours.

Tell me more about Yeng Isen.

Valenze: He was born and raised in the Canthan areas of Divinity's Reach. He worked in the gladitorial arena until he was injured. Injured? How? Valenze: Defending an animal, actually. He beat to death the old Keeper of Beasts in Lion's Arch for abusing them. And how did the Order get involved? Valenze: We helped him hide the body, of course. Then he got the job as the new Keeper of Beasts, and became our eyes and ears in the arena. Is he really that dangerous? Valenze: Not by himself. Simply because he would not turn his coat except for someone he felt was superior. We would not have one of our agents end up in their hands. Let's talk about something else. That's enough for now. That's enough for now. Does he know many of the Order's secrets? Valenze: We don't know. He was a clever one, and I often caught him snooping around the Chantry. Best not to risk it. Can I ask you another question? That's all I need to know. Thank you. Sounds like a rough guy. Good to know. Can I ask you something else? Thank you.

What does Yeng Isen know? Is he a danger to the Master of Whispers?

I've heard enough. Thank you.

If you talk to Doern:

Doern Velazquez: Yeng was a solid agent with a purpose. He'd never leave his animals. Something happened.

How well did you know Yeng Isen?

Doern Velazquez: I recruited him. Trained him. He was a hell of a slimeball--one of my best con artists.

You don't think he's defected?

Doern Velazquez: Never. Not out of altruism, mind you--I always knew the going price, and I paid him five percent more.

Smart.

Could he have been kidnapped?

Doern Velazquez: Possible, but doubtful. He knew very little. His animals were worth more than any ransom.

I'll keep that in mind.

I'll keep that in mind.

I'll report back as soon as possible.

Talking to Demmi:

Denmmi Beetlestone: Yeng Isen? The name's familiar-my father used to sponsor his beasts in the arena.

Tyria needs us more than ever.

Denmmi Beetlestone: I agree. I'm glad that you and Tibs are with the Order. We'll find a way to stop the dragons.

What have you been learning here?

Denmmi Beetlestone: Code cracking, infiltration, and espionage! Maybe one day i'll take a position in Lion's Arch and spy on the system like Riel.

You'd be good at that.

We will. Talk to you later.

See you soon.

Talking to Tybalt:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Yeng Isen sounds like a snake. One the Order could use...but like a snake, he could turn at any time.

What were you and Riel were talking about earlier?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: The last mission. The stuff that happened to that village, it was...pretty grim. I mean, we saved the villagers, but...

Without us, it would have been much worse.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Even if we fail, we shouldn't stop trying. Not ever.

That's the spirit.

The Order won't abandon them. They'll relocate and be fine.

Compassion is a fine thing. Never lose it.

Keep your mind on the task.

Agreed. We need to find him right away.

Lion's Arch

Upon arriving at Yeng's Home:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: The door was locked when I got here. Good thing I was raised Iron Legion

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: No sign of Yeng. You check the top floor. I'll head for the basement.

When reading the ledger in the bedroom:

Ledger: The ledger contains a detailed list of creatures for the arena. There is one column for "Creatures Captured" and another for "Creatures Sold."

Look at the column marked "Creatures Captured."

Ledger: Lately, Yeng captured rock dogs, breeze-riders, and skeik. The last capture was from a few days ago, but no creature type is listed.

Look at the column marked "Creatures Sold."

(Same as below.)

Noted.

Look at the column marked "Creatures Sold."

Ledger: There's only one recent entry: "A variety of gravelings from Ascalon."

Look at the column marked "Creatures Captured."

(Same as above.)

Noted.

Nothing of interest here.

Investigating the bed:

Bed: The bed has been slept in recently. It is unmade.

Noted

Investigating the wardrobe:

Wardrobe: The wardrobe contains heavy leather clothing, the kind mercenaries and animal keepers wear.

Noted

Downstairs:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Lightbringer! I think I found something!

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: There's a tunnel beyond this pile of rocks. Help me clear it, and we'll see where it goes.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: This place is a mess. Yeng always took care of his animals. Something's gone very wrong.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: I feel as nervous as a cat in a room full of rocking chairs. Stick close to me, okay?

When exploring the basement (cinematic):

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Yeng Isen used to put on big gladiatorial contests with his beasts. I heard he even sponsored a few of the old Destiny's Edge bouts.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: This must be where Yeng kept his monsters. He took really good care of 'em-better than his employees, that's for sure.

<Character name>: No sign of him, though. Would he abandon all these animals to starvation?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: No way. Like I said, Yeng liked animals better than he liked people. He was always looking for new creatures to train.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: I wouldn't be surprised if he finally found something he couldn't tame.

<Character name>: Very possible. Maybe something in the cages will give us a clue to what's happened to him.

After the cinematic:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Looks like they're running from something. Whatever's back there, it's meaner than they are.

Talking to Tybalt:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Look at this place! He could have decorated more, though. A mechanical whatsit here, a superfluous flowerpot there...

A few tapestriedes with the Order of Whispers emblem on it...oh, wait.

Upon discovering the body:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: That's him! It's Yeng Isen. Wow, he's seen better days.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: He was killed recently. Be careful. Whatever it was, it might still be-

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: There! Over there!

After defeating the Risen Creature (cinematic):

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: It's Orrian! That monster was from Orr! It can't be-not here. Not in Lion's Arch!

<Character name>: Calm down. Have you seen one of those before?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: It's really rare, some kind of special scout. I read about the only other sighting of one when I worked the file rooms.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Lightbringer...that operative saw it in Port Stalwart just before Zhaitan's minions wiped out the town.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Zhaitan only sends them when he's about to send in his whole army. Lion's Arch is in danger!

<Character name>: Tybalt, are you absolutely sure about this?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Trust me! We need to warn the Lionguard. Meet me at their fortress on Claw Island, and let's hope we're not too late.

<Character name>: What's on Claw Island?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: The Claw Island fortress stands in the harbor of Lion's Arch. It's the last defense against invasion from the sea.

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: If Zhaitan's going to attack the city, its minions will have to fight their way past the fort.

Talking to Tybalt after the cinematic:

If you chose to aid the Grawl:

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: I'm not going to lie, <Player character>. This spooks me. Think about what happend with Gara and the grawl. What if that happened in Lion's Arch?

We won't let that happen. What's Claw Island?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: A Lionguard fortress, created as a first line of defense against an Orrian invasion. They need to know what's coming.

It belongs to the Lionguard?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Yeah. Watch Commander Talon runs the operation. He's a toughsaon of a cuss, but ever loyal to Lion's Arch.

You've seen one of these creatures before?

Lightbringer Tybalt Leftpaw: Seen? No, but I've read about it in my research as an analyst, before I ventured into the field.

We should hurry. I'll see you at the fortress.

I'll see you at the fortress.

You've seen one of these creatures before?

I'll see you there.

My Story

“ I reported back to headquarters, and was promoted to Lightbringer. Our next mission is to find a possible double agent, Yeng Isen, before he turns traitor. He hasn't reported in some time, and the order suspects he's betrayed them. Yeng had captured an Orrian scout-inside Lion's Arch. Tybalt and I are headed to Claw Island, to warn the Lionguard. — My story

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Orders storyline

Part IV — The Orders of Tyria
	Durmand Priory	Dredging up the Past  → Bad Blood  → The Stone Sheath / Containment  → Mightier than the Sword
	Order of Whispers	Stealing Secrets  → Down the Hatch  → They Went Thataway / Thrown Off Guard  → An Apple a Day
	Vigil	A Fragile Peace  → Killer Instinct  → Don't Shoot the Messenger  → Minister's Defense / Quaestor's Siege

Part V — A Friend In Deed
	Grawl	Doubt  → The False God's Lair / Salvation Through Heresy  → Attempted Deicide
	Hylek	Champion's Sacrifice  → Convincing the Faithful / Chosen of the Sun  → Unholy Grounds
	Ogre	Untamed Wilds  → Pets and Walls Make Stronger Kraals  → The Lost Chieftain's Return
	Quaggan	Bad Ice  → Enraged and Unashamed / Pastkeeper  → Evacuation
	Skritt	Rat-Tastrophe  → The Hatchery / Thieving from Thieves  → Set To Blow