Hratli's location was quite vexing in earlier versions of the game, when merchants would only buy the type of items they sold. [[Ormus]] is the NPC merchant nearest to the waypoint and town portal locations, where Cain waits to identify items. But prior to v1.07, Ormus would not purchase weapons or armor, so players who wanted to sell such items had to wind their way over the dock to Asheara or Hratli. Happily, the v1.07 patch struck a blow for convenience and enabled all merchants to buy all types of items, and Hratli is now visited chiefly by characters who need repairs.

===[[The Golden Bird]]===

You will have to take Ku Y'leh's ashes to Alkor.

Ku Y'leh was a powerful sage who was rumored to have brewed a potion of immortality. In an ironic twist of fate, he was murdered before his potent elixir could take effect.

===[[Lam Esen's Tome (quest)|Lam Esen's Tome]]===

We have long sought the Black Book of Lam Esen. Rumors of its whereabouts spread as fast as jungle plagues. If you find it, take it to Alkor.

Not getting much help? You know, people are like rugs. Hang them out a window and shake 'em a couple times. You'll be surprised how much dirt comes out.

We have the Book. Now we must see if we can bear its revelations.

Most NPCs have two sets of dialogues during this quest. The default is seen when a character has already completed the [[Quests_Act_Three#Quest_Four:_Lam_Esen.27s_Tome|Lam Esen's Tome quest]] and/or the [[Quests_Act_Three#Quest_Three:_Khalim.27s_Will|Khalim's Will quest]]. The alternate (more commonly seen by players) is delivered if those quests have not yet been completed (and the Black Book is still missing and/or the Zakarum are still a threat).

Remember. You can always find sanctuary here with us.

'''Alternate:''' This has been a trying time for all of us, but I sense this nightmare is coming to an end.

The followers of Zakarum demand complete allegiance to their creed. They have slaughtered many of their own for minor grievances.

'''Alternate:''' After having served Mephisto all these years, the Council must be twisted by hatred and evil.

The followers of Zakarum lacked all sense of moderation. The collapse of their tainted religion gives me hope.

Most NPCs have two sets of dialogues during this quest. The default is seen when a character has already completed the [[Quests_Act_Three#Quest_Four:_Lam_Esen.27s_Tome|Lam Esen's Tome quest]] and/or the [[Quests_Act_Three#Quest_Three:_Khalim.27s_Will|Khalim's Will quest]]. The alternate (more commonly seen by players) is delivered if those quests have not yet been completed (and the Black Book is still missing and/or the Zakarum are still a threat).

Mephisto, along with Baal, was originally captured in the desert near Lut Gholein. But imprisoning two of the Brothers together was far too dangerous. The Horadrim built the Guardian Tower to hold Mephisto. When Zakarum came to power in this land, it took over the Temple City without paying any heed to what was locked within the Tower. And it became their doom.

'''Alternate:''' I hear there is a little family reunion about to take place in Kurast. The Three brothers draw close.

Why build a Tower to place the beast below ground? At times I believe the Horadrim lacked common sense.

'''Alternate:''' Shouldn't you be running frantically up and down stairs about now?

It looks like you're going to Hell before me. Put in a good word.

:''If you are another follower of Zakarum, I've told you people before I don't want your Towering Spire or anything else you have to sell!''

:''Asheara leads the mercenary company known as the Iron Wolves. You can hire some of them, but many are occupied securing the dockside.''

:''Ormus is a man of many mysteries. I sense strong magic about him, but he's never spoken of it to me.''

This, Cain, whom you brought with you. He has the bearing of great power, yet I sense no magic about him. He is an enigma to me.