You ask the king why he and his company turned away from the Fords. Would it not be better to block the forces of Isengard from pouring through the gap?

'It is a just question, ${PLAYER}, but things have taken a dire turn. Such is the news we received when Gandalf rode off. It is his counsel I follow, and you would be wise to do the same.

'I had hoped to ride to the Fords to aid Erkenbrand, but Gamling here has more current news.'

Éomer is at Helm's Dike in the south-eastern Westfold.

You should speak with Éomer.

Objectives

• Talk to Éomer

Éomer wishes to relay the counsel of Gandalf, and the news they received upon the road.

You should speak with Éomer.

Objectives

• Learn of the events that changed Théoden's course

Éomer wishes to speak with you.

You should speak with Éomer.

Objectives

• Talk to Éomer