You convey Dorthaneth's warning about the Heirs of Castamir and the one they call 'the Scourge.' Lothíriel frowns, deep in thought.

'I will take Dorthaneth's warning to heart, but I do not know a great deal about the people of Umbar or their leaders. Every child of Gondor knows the tale of Castamir the Usurper, of course, but his is a name from long ago and I thought his line was ended. I do not know.

'My father has always said the finest way to combat a new foe is to learn as much of his history and temper as you can, before facing him on the battlefield. I think this is wisdom. To that end, I ask you to go to the libraries of Dol Amroth and speak to Pethebir, the master of the archives. He was my tutor, when I was just a child, and he believed I neglected my studies. This will not change his mind! But now I need information, and he will know where to find it. Learn from him everything you can about the Corsairs and their masters. Perhaps in so doing you will discover something we can use to our advantage.'

Pethebir has given you the names of several scholars who may be able to help you.

Objectives

• Talk to Nosseth

Pethebir is at the libraries of Dol Amroth.

Lothíriel believes the best way to prepare for the threat of the Corsairs of Umbar is to learn as much about their ways as you can, and to that end she has sent you to the libraries of Dol Amroth.

Objectives

• Talk to Pethebir

Lothíriel is in the Great Hall of Dol Amroth.

You have learned that Lothíriel is unhappily betrothed to her cousin Boromir, and should tell her of her intended's fate.

Objectives

• Talk to Lothíriel