Dungeon Historian

Dungeon Historian

Race

Human

Location

Fort Marriner
(Lion's Arch)

Organization

Durmand Priory

Image(s)

Interactive map

The Dungeon Historian provides brief introductions to each of the permanent dungeons (besides Fractals of the Mists).

Location

Kryta

• Lion's Arch
  • Fort Marriner

Dialogue

What would you like to know about our relic collections?

Do you have any weapons or armor for sale?

I don't sell the relics, I just acquire them. Talk to my companion if you'd like to browse our inventory.

Where do you find these relics? (same as "What can you tell me about dungeons?" below)

Good-bye.

What can you tell me about dungeons?

These dangerous and challenging sites described on your map as dungeons are best explored with a party of your trusted allies.

Tell me about Ascalonian Catacombs.

The Ascalonian Catacombs are located on the Plains of Ashford. That cursed place is home to the angry spirits of Ascalonians who were transformed by the Foefire.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Caudecus's Manor.

It's a grand Krytan mansion located in Beetletun, home of the powerful Legate Minister Lord Caudecus Beetlestone.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Twilight Arbor.

Twilight Arbor is a cavern in Caledon Forest inhabited by the twisted and dangerous Nightmare Court.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Sorrow's Embrace.

Sorrow's Embrace is a fortified series of caves in Dredgehaunt Cliffs, said to be thick with dredge and the Inquest.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Citadel of Flame.

That citadel is the Flame Legion's main base, tucked away in the northeast of Fireheart Rise. It's full of crazed charr, led by one who aspires to godhood.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Honor of the Waves.

The Honor of the Waves is a kodan sanctuary, a massive floating city on an iceberg. They say it's slowly sinking into Frostgorge Sound...

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Crucible of Eternity.

The Crucible of Eternity is the Inquest's most infamous lab, located near Mount Maelstrom. It's host to nefarious researchers conducting forbidden, dangerous experiments.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Tell me about Arah.

Arah was the first city built in Tyria. Its majesty was twisted and corrupted when Zhaitan awoke, and it became a dangerous place lost to foul beasts and the undead.

Can I ask about a different dungeon?

Thanks for the information.

Good-bye.

Maybe some other time.

Trivia

• The Dungeon Historian took on the role describing the dungeons from the dungeon merchant NPCs that resided in Lion's Arch prior to being rebuilt in 1328 AE.
• The September 12, 2023 game update moved his location from the Vigil Centerhouse near the Aerodrome.