'${PLAYER}, you are one of those who may be counted among the wise and learned of Middle-earth, and I need your help in recording the mysteries of these lands both great and small, before the time comes when I and my brethren must depart into the West.

'If you could see your way to penning some studies of the Unknown before you go, I would very much like to add your wisdom to the annals that we shall carry with us to Valinor.

'Certainly, the Elves of Rivendell will look favourably upon you should you undertake this task on our behalf.'