Durmand Priory
“Your power is only equal to the sum of your knowledge.
— Durmand
The Durmand Priory is a scholarly order dedicated to protecting knowledge and lore. The order is named after the fortress, sometimes called a monastery,[1][2][3][4][5] carved into a mountain which houses their archives, which is in turn named after its founder, Durmand. The members of the Durmand Priory offer their services as advisers, tutors and chroniclers; and often conduct explorations and excavations in search of lost knowledge. Led by the asura Gixx, they are cautiously willing to share their gathered knowledge.
The Durmand Priory is one of three major multi-racial orders that are looking for ways to combat the Elder Dragons. They study the past to survive the future, in hopes that intellect, or some lost piece of knowledge, can save the world from the rise of these dragons.
Story involvement[edit]
Players may join the Durmand Priory during their personal story at the end of the level 30 story mission. Joining the Priory leads you to work with Magister Sieran.
Armor and weapons[edit]
- Both armor and weapons can be purchased only by characters in the order.
- Durmand Priory armor can be purchased from Armor Requisitioner Secunda within the instance which is located in the Priory Archives right next to the Waypoint.
- Priory weapons can be purchased from Explorer Holly in Durmand Priory.
History[edit]
The Durmand Priory was founded in 1105 AE, before the Rising of Orr and the flooding of Lion's Arch.[6][7] The Priory was established about 230 years after the Order of Whispers and predates the Vigil by over 200 years. Its scholars were major contributors to the creation of the New Krytan alphabet, encouraging its use across the known world and thus simplifying communication among all countries, cultures, and races.
Because of its philosophies and ideals, the Durmand Priory was one of the first organizations to accept members from all races.
Ranks[edit]
The Durmand Priory has several ranks in its organization, with each their own focus and specialization.
- Novices: untested, new recruits.
- Explorers: standard members; adventurers and explorers who collect lost artifacts, knowledge, and maps.
- Scholars: the academic, more research-oriented version of the explorer.
- Arcanists: magical protectors.
- Magisters: group leaders among the explorers.
- Archons: those who deal with dangerous knowledge.
- Steward: the head of the order, currently Gixx.
Bases and excavations[edit]
- Bloodtide Coast
- Barrier Camp
- Bogside Camp
- Broken Beacon
- Mudflat Camp
- Unnamed camp at the Mournful Depths
- Queensdale
- Unnamed camp in the Godslost Swamp
- Mount Maelstrom
- Rata Pten
- Unnamed camp in Criterion Canyon
- Lornar's Pass
- Durmand Priory (Headquarters)
- Rocklair
- Pinion Pass
- Pinnacle Enclave
- Unnamed camp in the False River Valley
- Unnamed camp at the Lake of Lamentation
Members[edit]
- See also: Category:Durmand Priory
- Agent Kaukiri
- Agni Ironcrusher
- Alainn
- Albin Chronicler
- Amerin
- Analyst Lojj
- Annika Witterfel
- Anton Westward
- Arae Lorehunter
- Arcanist
- Arcanist Aly
- Arcanist Artemis
- Arcanist Aurelio Shiverpaw
- Arcanist Bailar
- Arcanist Braccae
- Arcanist Carew
- Arcanist Davworth
- Arcanist Dmitri Starre
- Arcanist Dotta
- Arcanist Douglas
- Arcanist Dremus
- Arcanist Fada
- Arcanist Fenn
- Arcanist Fleera
- Arcanist Friedmund
- Arcanist Hallgrim
- Arcanist Hallgrimm
- Arcanist Hestarr
- Arcanist Holgard
- Arcanist Jansi
- Arcanist Kari
- Arcanist Kera
- Arcanist Kruppa
- Arcanist Madelia
- Arcanist Mariette
- Arcanist Moonrazor
- Arcanist Nomar
- Arcanist Nonai
- Arcanist Rellya
- Arcanist Repth
- Arcanist Robyn
- Arcanist Roosp
- Arcanist Slizz
- Arcanist Sol
- Arcanist Timble
- Arcanist Vance
- Arcanist Xanf
- Arcanist Xerana
- Arcanist Xu
- Archeologist
- Archivist
- Archivist Ernswort
- Archon Gilius
- Armor Requisitioner Secunda
- Artair Rex Mari
- Assistant
- Assistant Expedition Leader Ollie
- Asura Gate Guard
- Aviator Bladespinner
- Baedren
- Bakkin
- Banker Blossri
- Briallen
- Calogero the Elder
- Caol
- Caravan Guard
- Caravan Leader Snixx
- Caravan Leader Yaani
- Careena Warmwaters
- Charr Scout
- Chef Robertus
- Chronicler Perry
- Cita Commandheart
- Clepta Calceus
- Crazed Priory Magister
- Creator Derk Starre
- Creden
- Cydwynn
- DERV Engineer
- Decimus the Historian
- Decrypt-r-Tron
- Detha Tremblebones
- Dierch Ekarus
- Distracted Skritt
- Doc Shade
- Doc Waggin
- Dougal Keane
- Dungeon Historian
- Dunka
- Durmand Priory Explorer
- Durmand Priory Scholar
- Durmand Priory Scribe
- Edella
- Ely Scorchfire
- Enchanter
- Engineer Kalee
- Engineer Radley
- Erik Oevermar
- Excavator ST-2B
- Expedition Chef Agalia Hearthglow
- Expedition Leader Shauna
- Expedition Provisioner Copia
- Explorer
- Explorer Adelia
- Explorer Adri
- Explorer Agma
- Explorer Akka
- Explorer Akkelyn
- Explorer Ambrose
- Explorer Ank
- Explorer Ankya
- Explorer Annalisa
- Explorer Atlani
- Explorer Auge
- Explorer Bairre
- Explorer Banba
- Explorer Bekk
- Explorer Beth
- Explorer Bink
- Explorer Blayre
- Explorer Borkk
- Explorer Brokkar
- Explorer Brothmirr Rockslide
- Explorer Byonn
- Explorer Caiome
- Explorer Camelia
- Explorer Cammi
- Explorer Campbell
- Explorer Casta
- Explorer Chance
- Explorer Chiquel
- Explorer Cinnia
- Explorer Crukk
- Explorer Cryptcutter
- Explorer Cyara
- Explorer Dalta
- Explorer Dalton
- Explorer Darkclaw
- Explorer Deacon
- Explorer Dearg
- Explorer Deska
- Explorer Doxx
- Explorer Drokk
- Explorer Drystan
- Explorer Edwyn
- Explorer Egenes
- Explorer Elixabeth
- Explorer Ellian
- Explorer Ellice
- Explorer Erikk
- Explorer Erin
- Explorer Erkabd
- Explorer Fenthock
- Explorer Flynn
- Explorer Gaerwyn
- Explorer Gansi
- Explorer Gavbeorn Serpentslayer
- Explorer Geargrind
- Explorer Gillard
- Explorer Gillia
- Explorer Grant
- Explorer Greynede
- Explorer Groofa
- Explorer Haava
- Explorer Harlow
- Explorer Hekja
- Explorer Hemm
- Explorer Hodder
- Explorer Holly
- Explorer Ironpaw
- Explorer Jackson
- Explorer Jamsa Gemhunt
- Explorer Jekka
- Explorer Jenki
- Explorer Jeppa
- Explorer Jess
- Explorer Jessi
- Explorer Jochem
- Explorer Johan
- Explorer Justin
- Explorer Karviss
- Explorer Kazakh Grimefur
- Explorer Ket
- Explorer Kindleblight
- Explorer Kora
- Explorer Kugald
- Explorer Laci
- Explorer Laria
- Explorer Larsson
- Explorer Leandra
- Explorer Lissah
- Explorer Loana
- Explorer Lockmaw
- Explorer Lorentha
- Explorer Maarten
- Explorer Machta Gemstone
- Explorer Mahon
- Explorer Mak
- Explorer Malcolm
- Explorer Mallon
- Explorer Manegruff
- Explorer Marcel
- Explorer Matthew
- Explorer Mattis
- Explorer Metella
- Explorer Miki
- Explorer Milex
- Explorer Mitchell
- Explorer Mora
- Explorer Nami
- Explorer Neel
- Explorer Nyxx
- Explorer Pentt
- Explorer Plengg
- Explorer Plinx
- Explorer Portt
- Explorer Prendes
- Explorer Primm
- Explorer Rarvus
- Explorer Rickard
- Explorer Rijorn
- Explorer Rivera
- Explorer Rokk
- Explorer Rowena
- Explorer Sabbie
- Explorer Satu
- Explorer Shelba
- Explorer Skrothgarr
- Explorer Skye
- Explorer Smatti
- Explorer Sosian
- Explorer Stellen
- Explorer Syllia
- Explorer Terrune
- Explorer Trebb
- Explorer Trinnia
- Explorer Urond
- Explorer Vanness
- Explorer Vercorda
- Explorer Verene
- Explorer Vibius
- Explorer Vixiss
- Explorer Vorb
- Explorer Vynus
- Explorer Wanda
- Explorer Welbi
- Explorer Wightman
- Explorer Yensen
- Explorer Yilla
- Explorer Yolanda
- Ezoola
- Farrah Baelseeker
- Farris Goodwyn
- Finn
- Fionna
- Folka Swift
- Follower Xunn
- Frustrated Priory Scribe
- Galdulf
- Galea Relicchaser
- Gerrvid
- Grretergrret
- Grymm Svaard
- Guardian Allise
- Guardian Kat
- Guardian Klave
- Guardian Lem
- Guardian Renton
- Guardian Shei
- Guardian Trent
- Haki Wolfwatcher
- Haur
- Hellie
- Helmi Seadrinker
- Hevveka
- Historian
- Historian Angelina
- Historian Avaellon
- Historian Cerin
- Historian Dozza
- Historian Ennail
- Historian Fia
- Historian Gaius Ashwalker
- Historian Garrod
- Historian Gerald
- Historian Goshkia
- Historian Hartwell
- Historian Hiller Gemguard
- Historian Jasmine
- Historian Jinell
- Historian Katryn
- Historian Landen
- Historian Lianne
- Historian Merry
- Historian Moritz
- Historian Silverclaw
- Historian Sophie
- Historian Svar
- Historian Swiftfang
- Historian Symon
- Historian Tranton
- Historian Tribb
- Historian Urro
- Historian Valera
- Historian Valorr
- Historian Vermoth
- Historian Yowan
- Hodgins
- Injured Explorer Gabriel
- Iowerth
- Jatt
- Jituya Itemo
- Jorg Tomefeaster
- Kahedins
- Karri
- Kasen
- Kekt
- Krewe Leader Dobbs
- Krewe Leader Seesa
- Krewe Researcher Inja
- Kynon
- Laila
- Librarian Wellx
- Liliana Black
- Llywelya
- Logging Camp Captain
- Lynne
- Madd Idolcrusher
- Maeva
- Magis Razerclaw
- Magister
- Magister Arnlief Iceborne
- Magister Boola
- Magister Claus
- Magister Cuth
- Magister Davi
- Magister Ela Makkay
- Magister Elwin Huntsley
- Magister Eyfura the Ready
- Magister Fiona
- Magister Galen
- Magister Garen Sharpeye
- Magister Gavin
- Magister Ghorgon
- Magister Helweigh
- Magister Higgins
- Magister Humli
- Magister Izzmek
- Magister Jexx
- Magister Kathryn
- Magister Keadin
- Magister Laella
- Magister Lindsay
- Magister Maresta
- Magister Nithne
- Magister Pagga
- Magister Penelope
- Magister Ravensworn
- Magister Razermane
- Magister Roslin
- Magister Sieran
- Magister Tassi
- Magister Wiggs
- Magister Yaergys
- Marjory Delaqua
- Martje Lafsisdottir
- Medic
- Messenger Nelson
- Mordrem Researcher
- Myrun Skialkin
- Natto
- Novice
- Novice Bengtsson
- Novice Hannah
- Novice Taeya
- Ogden Stonehealer
- Olaf
- Oliver
- Order Initiate
- Ordering Patron
- Pact Arcanist
- Pact Archaeologist Barapp
- Pact Builder
- Pact Explorer
- Pact Gate Squad
- Pact Golemancer
- Pact Nurse
- Pact Prisoner
- Pact Researcher
- Pact Researcher Darrin
- Pact Salvager
- Pact Scholar
- Pact Scout Brychan
- Pact Soldier
- Pairis Trollsbane
- Patrol Leader Flixx
- Pegga
- Pilkk
- Pilot Wanni
- Plirr
- Ploobak
- Priory Alchemist
- Priory Arcanist
- Priory Arcanist
- Priory Arcanist
- Priory Arcanist
- Priory Arcanist
- Priory Arcanist Audree
- Priory Arcanist Brawler
- Priory Arcanist Dolja
- Priory Archaeologist Roenn
- Priory Ballastician
- Priory Bodyguard
- Priory Cannoneer
- Priory Cook
- Priory Defender
- Priory Engineer
- Priory Excavator
- Priory Explorer
- Priory Explorer
- Priory Explorer
- Priory Explorer
- Priory Explorer
- Priory Explorer Alana
- Priory Explorer Elof
- Priory Explorer Hector
- Priory Explorer Hozza
- Priory Explorer Kalliee
- Priory Explorer Olaf
- Priory Explorer Teela
- Priory Explorer Willis
- Priory Guard
- Priory Guardian
- Priory Healer
- Priory Historian
- Priory Historian
- Priory Historian Elisa
- Priory Historian Gikki
- Priory Historian Sivvi
- Priory Magic Researcher
- Priory Magister
- Priory Magister
- Priory Magister
- Priory Magister Vallen
- Priory Novice
- Priory Observer
- Priory Researcher
- Priory Ritualist
- Priory Scholar
- Priory Scholar
- Priory Scholar Vannis
- Priory Scholar Xoee
- Priory Scribe
- Priory Scribe Aeda
- Priory Scribe Laeg
- Priory Travel Golem
- Professor Maciver
- Quartermaster Ferraro
- Quartermaster Vec
- Rak'ehl Woundgiver
- Rakkan
- Randall Greyston
- Recruiter Levanche
- Relief Crew Scholar
- Researcher
- Researcher Barron
- Researcher Elspeth Andryan
- Researcher Fero
- Researcher Gabbi
- Researcher Grunn
- Researcher Irkz
- Researcher Karel
- Researcher Khristin
- Researcher Kolman
- Researcher Lewin Frazar
- Researcher Lily
- Researcher Luuna
- Researcher Nereth
- Researcher Nethry
- Researcher Raekk
- Researcher Trippi
- Researcher Vera
- Researcher Vyluk
- Researcher Yarixx
- Risah Deathhunter
- Rynald Tarmino
- Sagum Relicseeker
- Scholar
- Scholar Abel
- Scholar Ailis
- Scholar Aimee Testibrie
- Scholar Ajj
- Scholar Alexis
- Scholar Alil Rodez
- Scholar Antal the Patient
- Scholar Bave
- Scholar Blaithnat
- Scholar Blix
- Scholar Boki
- Scholar Breandan
Greetings[edit]
Affiliates to the Durmand Priory regardless of rank share the same greetings:
- General greets
- Knowledge is power.
- Knowledge is the greatest treasure.
- You have questions?
- Asuran Priory Explorer greetings
Female
Male
- One's knowledge cannot go beyond one's experience.
- The answer is out there.
- You come seeking knowledge?
- Charr Priory Explorer greets
Female
- The past should inspire the future.
- What do you need to know.
- You have questions?
Male
- Knowledge defeats darkness.
- The past should inspire the future.
- What do you need to know?
- Human Priory Explorer greets
Female
- Do you have a question?
- I have so much to tell you.
- May Kormir enlighten you.
- So many mysteries in the world.
Male
- May Kormir enlighten you.
- Too much has been forgotten.
- You search for knowledge?
- We know so little.
- Norn Priory Explorer greets
Female:
- Everything is in moderation, including moderation.
- I'm a hands-on academic.
- Research is only as useful as its practical application.
- What have you got for me?
Male:
- Any interesting news?
- I do most of my research at the pub.
- I learn something new every day.
- Sylvari Priory Scholar greets
Female
- May your knowledge flourish.
- Rely on your knowledge.
- Study the past to survive the future.
Male
- Expand your knowledge while here.
- May your knowledge flourish.
- With knowledge, we will drive away evil.
Expansion greetings
These greetings are shared by NPCs of all Orders and ranks in the Heart of Maguuma and Crystal Desert:
- Asura
- I fully expect us to expire here.
- I'm terrified to close my eyes out here.
- Is it luck or skill keeping you alive?
- Rata Sum is so close, yet so far.
- This foliage is conspiring to kill us.
- Charr
- Any word from the outside?
- Finally found a place worse than Orr.
- Gotta find the rest of my detail.
- Some weird hylek out here.
- We should burn the damn jungle to the ground.
- Human
- Can't believe I'm still alive.
- Have you found a way out?
- I'm just glad to have survived the crash.
- This jungle is going to kill us.
- Watch your back out here.
- We're not getting out of here, are we?
- Norn
- I'll break Mordremoth with my bare hands.
- I'm just glad to have survived the crash.
- I wonder if the Spirits will hear me out here.
- This will make for an epic saga.
- Too hot here. Not enough wind.
- Sylvari
- First the Pale Tree, now this.
- I swear, I won't harm you.
- Please, don' hurt me.
- No one trusts me anymore.
Gallery[edit]
- Concept art
- Renders
Notes[edit]
- Unlike the other two Orders, the Durmand Priory has two instances for their headquarters:
- The Durmand Priory (instance) is accessed via one of the ground gates near Heart of the Priory hero point, or by Arcanist Timble for Priory characters.
- Hidden Arcana (zone) featuring the Special Collections is accessible via Ogden Stonehealer or Ely Scorchfire after reaching certain achievement conditions.
See also[edit]
- Associated items