'Do you think we will be ready by the time the Orcs attack us? I do not know if we will... if the Orcs knew how vulnerable we are now, they would not delay. They would attack us within the very hour!

'My cousin Sporr has taken it upon himself to scout the approaches to the Chamber of the Cross-roads; if the Orcs have any plans to attack soon, he will see the signs and can warn us in time.

'Please go help him with his patrol. I am anxious for Sporr to have some assistance, should any unsavoury foe meander across his path.'

Sigdan is in the Chamber of the Cross-roads at the southern entrance to Durin's Way, north of the Great Delving.

You have accompanied Sporr on his patrol, scouting for Orcs on the approaches to the Chamber of the Cross-roads, and should report now to Sigdan.

Objectives

• Talk to Sigdan