Episode 18

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Ep 14.3: Flame Basin Ep 15: Phantasmagorika	Ep 16.1: Banquet of Heroes Ep 16.2: Terra Gloria	Ep 17.1: Illusion Ep 17.2: Sage's Legacy Ep 18: Direction of Prayer	Ep 19: Issgard Ep 20: The Immortal Ep 21: Age of Heroes

Episode 18
Subtitle: Direction of Prayer Main Location: Rachel, Arunafeltz Key Content: Arunafeltz civil conflict Grey Wolf Village Temple of Sessrumnir

Episode 18: Direction of Prayer returns you to the nation of Arunafeltz, where religious and ethnic tensions have reached a boiling point. The conflict between natives and immigrants threatens to tear the society apart, while mysterious forces attempt to infiltrate the sacred Temple of Sessrumnir. You'll work to uncover the truth behind these divisions and bring peace to the troubled land.

Overview

Arunafeltz, the religious nation devoted to the goddess Freya, is experiencing internal strife. Long-standing tensions between native-born citizens and immigrant populations have escalated into open conflict. Meanwhile, unidentified individuals are attempting to break into the Temple of Sessrumnir, the most sacred site in Rachel.

Your journey will take you from the streets of Rachel to the hidden Grey Wolf Village, as you work with High Priestess Niren and her allies to address both the social crisis and the mysterious threats facing the nation.

Quick Navigation

Episode 18 Directory
Main Quest	Instances	Grey Wolf Village	NPCs

Requirements

Requirement	Details
Level Requirement	Base Level 170+
Prerequisites	Episode 17.2 completion
Starting Location	Varmundt's Mansion (ba_in01) → Rachel
Key NPCs	Mini Elly, High Priestess Niren, Maram

Main Quest

Part 1: Journey to Arunafeltz

Starting Location: ba_in01 (Varmundt's Mansion)

Speak with Est and Rookie at the mansion.
Receive Mini Elly - an intelligent device to assist your journey.
Travel to Rachel (rachel 182, 176).
Equip Mini Elly (head accessory) to proceed.
- Mini Elly will provide guidance and commentary throughout.

Part 2: Witnessing the Conflict

Arrive in Rachel and observe a public speech.
A Masked Girl spokesman addresses the crowd about unity.
Witness the argument between factions:
- Natives vs Immigrants debate
- "Why can't you respect the other person?"
- Crowd members argue about discrimination and violence
Mini Elly comments on the strange social dynamics.
- Quest Received: Investigate Rachel

Part 3: Understanding the Divide

Speak with various Rachel residents.
Learn about the conflict:
- Long-standing tension between natives and immigrants
- Recent escalation into violence
- Security forces caught in the middle
- "They've been fighting over whether they're immigrants or natives for ages, but these days, it's really no joke!"
Meet a Nervous Priest who provides context.
- Rewards: ~18,000,000 Base EXP, 2,000,000 Job EXP

Part 4: Temple of Sessrumnir

Travel to the Temple of Sessrumnir (ra_temin).
Learn about recent intrusion attempts at the temple.
Meet Priest Freya who guards the temple.
The High Priestess Niren is mentioned.
- "Recently, unidentified individuals have been attempting to invade the Temple of Sethrunir."
- Quest Received: Meet High Priestess Niren

Part 5: High Priestess Niren

Meet with High Priestess Niren.
Learn about her concerns:
- The temple intrusion attempts
- The social unrest in Rachel
- A need for outside help
Niren entrusts you with important tasks.
- Rewards: ~18,000,000 Base EXP, 2,000,000 Job EXP

Part 6: Grey Wolf Village

Follow leads to the Grey Wolf Village (gw_fild01).
This is a hidden community outside Rachel.
Meet Maram (gw_fild01 35, 102) - an energetic young woman.
Also meet:
- Miriam - cautious about outsiders
- Imril - reserved villager
- Suad - skeptical of your presence
The villagers are wary of outsiders due to past betrayals.
- "To bring an outsider without any consultation... Consider yourself fortunate."

Part 7: Gaining Trust

Work to earn the Grey Wolf villagers' trust.
Help with village problems and demonstrate good faith.
Learn about the village's relationship with Rachel.
Maram advocates for your trustworthiness.
- "These individuals are trustworthy enough for Mother to entrust important tasks to them!"
- Rewards: Various EXP rewards

Part 8: The Maze of Oz

Discover the Maze of Oz - a mysterious location.
Enter the 1@oz solo instance.
Navigate the maze and uncover its secrets.
This connects to the larger conspiracy.
- Instance: Maze of Oz (Solo)

Part 9: Thor Volcano Investigation

Learn about weapons coming from Thor Volcano.
Travel to Thor Volcano (thor_v01 169, 169).
Discover a secret base hidden deep inside.
Enter the Thor Gunsu Base instance.
- "It's the Thor Volcano. Deep inside, there's a secret base, and the weapons come from there."
- Instance: Thor Gunsu Base (1@tcamp)
- Rewards: ~18,000,000 Base EXP, 2,000,000 Job EXP

Part 10: A Gathering Place of Wolves

Return to Grey Wolf Village with new information.
Enter the A Gathering Place of Wolves instance.
Confront the forces threatening the village and Rachel.
- Instance: A Gathering Place of Wolves (1@nyr)
- Rewards: ~18,000,000 Base EXP, 2,000,000 Job EXP

Part 11: Villa of High Priest

The conspiracy leads to the Villa of High Priest.
Enter this story-mode memorial dungeon.
Uncover the truth behind the temple intrusions.
Confront the masterminds.
- Instance: Villa of High Priest (Story Mode)
- Rewards: ~18,000,000 Base EXP, 2,000,000 Job EXP

Instances

Episode 18 features multiple instances:

Instance	Type	Description
Maze of Oz	Solo (1@oz)	Mysterious maze with puzzles
Thor Gunsu Base	Party (1@tcamp)	Secret weapons facility in Thor Volcano
A Gathering Place of Wolves	Party (1@nyr)	Grey Wolf Village confrontation
Villa of High Priest	Story Mode	Final story instance

Grey Wolf Village

Grey Wolf Village is a hidden settlement located in gw_fild01. The villagers are a distinct community with their own customs and a complicated relationship with Rachel.

Key Characteristics:

Suspicious of outsiders
Maintain their own traditions
Connected to High Priestess Niren
Caught between the native/immigrant conflict

Key NPCs:

Maram - Young woman who advocates for cooperation
Miriam - Cautious elder
Suad - Village leader, skeptical of outsiders
Imril - Reserved villager

Access: Gained through Episode 18 story progression.

Story Themes

Episode 18 explores several mature themes:

Social Division:

Native vs immigrant conflict
Discrimination and prejudice
Violence born from misunderstanding
"What does it mean to you as a citizen of this country to entrust all your values to your birth lineage and commit violence against it?"

Religious Society:

The goddess Freya and her temples
Role of the priesthood
Sacred sites under threat

Trust and Outsiders:

Grey Wolf Village's isolation
Earning trust through actions
Bridging divided communities

NPCs

NPC	Location	Role
Mini Elly	Equipped item	AI assistant, guidance
Masked Girl (Spokesman)	rachel 182, 176	Public speaker
High Priestess Niren	Rachel Temple	Quest giver, story NPC
Priest Freya	ra_temin 172, 36	Temple guardian
Maram	gw_fild01 35, 102	Grey Wolf Village, ally
Miriam	gw_fild01 36, 103	Grey Wolf Village elder
Suad	gw_fild01 41, 103	Grey Wolf Village leader
Imril	gw_fild01 37, 105	Grey Wolf Village member
Est	ba_in01 22, 262	Starting NPC
Rookie	ba_in01 24, 262	Starting NPC

Key Locations

Location	Map	Purpose
Rachel	rachel	Capital of Arunafeltz, main hub
Temple of Sessrumnir	ra_temin	Sacred temple, under threat
Grey Wolf Village	gw_fild01	Hidden village community
Thor Volcano	thor_v01 169, 169	Secret base location

Tips

Equip Mini Elly - Required to progress the story
Pay attention to dialogue - The social themes are important
Prepare for solo content - Maze of Oz is solo only
High level recommended - Level 170+ content
Multiple instances - Stock up on supplies