The Bloodsabers

Your fate lurks in disease and bile, the blood of Bertoxxulous. Beneath the Grounds of Fate Arena, the rotting bones of fallen warriors mark the entrance to the underworld. In these shadowy depths, lurk the Bloodsabers and other minions of the Lord of Disease.

You say, 'Hail, Garuc Anehm' Garuc Anehm says, 'Welcome to the Shrine of Bertoxxulous! You appear to be [new to the shrine]. I do not remember seeing you around.' You say, 'I am new to the shrine' Garuc Anehm says, 'New blood to spread Bertoxxulous' disease? We presently need the help of a [young shadowknight].

Rat King, Continue the infestation as planned. Add a few more plague rats to the port district of Qeynos. Let the disease spread. So commands The Plaguebringer. The Bloodsabers

Stranger in Qeynos The Capture of Mordavin Telase A report from the League of Antonican Bards: Mordavin Telase, the mastermind behind all of the tragedy and chaos that had fallen upon the fair city of Qeynos, has finally been apprehended and brought in alive to face his sentence.

…There is currently an investigator who has been on the trail of three suspected members of the Bloodsabers operating in Southern Qeynos. You are to locate the investigator and give him this briefing document. Ask the investigator for the location of the first, second and third suspects. You are to pursue the suspects in the proper order.

…With the information gleaned from our investigator's we have learned that several members of the Bloodsabers have taken refuge in the Southern Plains of Karana.

…Your fate lurks in disease and bile, the blood of Bertoxxulous. Beneath the Grounds of Fate Arena, the rotting bones of fallen warriors mark the entrance to the underworld. In these shadowy depths, lurk the Bloodsabers and other minions of the Lord of Disease.

Eestyana Naestra Let it be known that the Shrine of Bertoxxulous has discovered our agent which infiltrated their ranks. It is now my belief that they will soon send word to Freeport and put your agent in jeopardy. Beware. Renic Losaren High Priest of Thunder Qeynos

…"The plague unleashed upon the Plains of Karana is the work of the followers of Bertoxxulous. Those responsible belong to group known as the Bloodsabers though there were others involved as well. Some time back, they launched a plot to overthrow Antonius Bayle and our ruling council. Their [plan] failed."

…Dear Merona, I wont be returning to you. You see, I have found my true calling as a disciple of Bertoxxulous. I have become one of the Bloodsabers. I have foolishly given them my flesh. I was a weakling and cried while they stripped it from my bones. I only pray that you too will someday know the pain that I now endure as one of the undead.

"Hail ______. I am Bruax Grengar, master necromancer of the Bloodsabers. I assist not only young necromancers with their training but also aid all those Bloodsabers who have chosen to practice the [sorcerous arts]. If you a practitioner of a sorcerous art I can give you instructions to obtain an [outfit and robe] that will assist you in your work.

"Your eyes betray your eagerness and your naivety young one. I am Unmuz Tukore. Scourge Knight of the Bloodsabers. If you have come seeking the [training as a Shadowknight] then I will offer you guidance." "We Scourge Knights of the Bloodsabers, often refered to as shadowknights by those less knowledgeable of our sect, are gifted by Bertoxxulous with prowess…

"I have much to do here for the defense of our Temple and the appeasing of our patron Bertoxxulous, the Plague Lord. If the Plague Lord has gifted you with the desire to [serve his will] as a priest of the Bloodsabers I will assist in your training. If not, then leave me now and do not interrupt me again."

"I've little time for banter. unless you have come to me for training as a [new warrior] of the Bloodsabers move along." "A warrior want to be is more like it. You've got a lot of work to do if you're going to be a valued member of the temple of Bertoxxulous. the Plague Bringer.

…"Kane Bayle is the Commander of the Qeynos Guard. He has found it advantageous to befriend the Bloodsabers. We share a [common goal]. He assists us in many ways. He has some new information to reveal. Go and tell him you are a Bloodsaber. Do not speak with him while he is on duty!!" "Kane Bayle and the leaders of this shrine all wish to overthrow the rule of…

…Sragg Bloodheart says, 'What have you brought me, worm? Hmm.. This is disappointing. That Tovax has failed us for the last time. Your loyalty to Bertoxxulous and the Bloodsabers has been noted. Now, if you will excuse me a moment.. Tovax Vmar says, 'Huh? What the.. oh, no.. S'ragg!! PLEASE!! NO!! Bertoxxulous save me!!'