Quest:The Thickest of Skins, Part I

Bestowal dialogue

'Tailoring is not an easy discipline to learn, [your name], but if you can master its many complexities, you will be a great asset to those in need.

'Carver Greenlake, a young tailor of some skill, might be able to assist you with the development of some basic techniques. Look for him at Thornley's Work Site, north of the town of Bree.

'Beyond that, I really cannot say.'

Background

The craft of tailoring is one that rewards methodical care with toughness and resilience.

Objective 1

Carver Greenlake is at Thornley's Work Site, north of the town of Bree.

You have been instructed to speak with Carver Greenlake, a skilled tailor who may be able to aid you in your training.

• Talk to Carver Greenlake

'Greetings [your name]! I am always happy to aid new tailors with the development of their art, though I fear I have not yet mastered its many complexities! I am reminded of the words of my own teacher, the Ranger Erandir: "You are like the hide of a young aurochs that has not yet broken its horns in battle," he said to me, "soft and untested. There is potential within you for toughness, I can see it, but it has not yet matured."

'I do not feel I have met my potential, even now, but this may be due to the words of my mother: "Why become a tailor? You should become a woodworker, like your father!"

'I will teach you what I can, but after some more practice you will need another teacher.'