Grand Archivist Vivienne

Grand Archivist Vivienne

Race

Norn

Level

80

Location

Wizard's Vault
(Outer Sanctorium)

Organization

Astral Ward

Grand Archivist Vivienne is a member of the Astral Ward found at The Wizard's Tower and the caretaker of the Wizard's Vault.

Location

Horn of Maguuma

• The Wizard's Tower
  • Outer Sanctorium

Combat abilities

Abilities

• Spellcaster

Dialogue

Welcome to the vault, Wayfinder. Please be mindful of the artifacts that surround us. Only a few will flay your mind simply for making contact, but I don't think that's a risk you want to take.

What is this place?

The wizard's personal vault, and I am its caretaker. Please, what can I enlighten you on? We may be at war with the Kryptis, but I'm always eager to educate a curious mind on our work here.

Where did you get these objects?

From all over Tyria. Most if not all of these objects are older than you and me. Those originating from the glory days of Orr are my most treasured. Glimpses into the past.

Interesting. Can I ask something else?

I was told something about rewards. Did you need help with anything?

Ah, yes! Now that we've an asset as curious as you—and one who's able to easily navigate civilian Tyria—we're most interested in trading your knowledge for...well, some of yours.

I'm listening.

Whichever task you choose to pursue are very much up to you. Should your efforts turn fruitful, I'd be willing to share some of our spoils. We've a number of artifacts I'd be willing to part with.

Color me interested! What else can you tell me about the vault?

What about you? How did you join the ward?

I was in the Priory for a long while. The Wizard's Tower had always fascinated us, but...it frustrated me that we couldn't know more. We knew that something operated in Tyria's shadow, but what?

Hold up. The Priory knows about...all this?

On the whole, they suspect. I imagine someone in that organization knows the whole truth, but they have worked with Isgarren to shut down the whispers... I eventually decided to find out for myself.

How did you find out?

Narcisse—I believe you've met—was a former Archon. She and I shared curiosities, so when she went off on some grand adventure, I followed.

Wait—was it that easy?

In a way, yes, but I imagine no one learns of this place and its secrets and maintains that knowledge without someone's permission. Had Isgarren not thought me an ally, I'd be in the Priory archives.

Interesting. What else can you tell me.

Hold that thought—I need to take care of something.

(When attempting to touch the Intriguing Object in the room.) Do Not

(When touching the object anyway after the warning) Dare I trap every device in this vault with a poisoning spell upon touch? If. I. Must.