'I have translated the words on this scroll, but I will not speak them!

'The language is old... older than most, and it tells of nameless things torn from their depths and bound to Sauron's will. I shall say no more of it... this is a tool of the Enemy and no good can come of speaking these words. If ever you have doubted my words or judgement, trust them now. I advise you to burn this at once before any ill fate can befall you or this Maenir you spoke of.

'You may tell him that it contains something of fell design, but do not speak more on it - even if pressed. I do not wish him to worry his fellows on the eve of war for such things can turn the tide of battle before it even begins.'

The fireplace can be found near Maenir in the Houses of Lore.

Maenir has urged you to heed Mithrandir's advice and burn the transcript of the scroll.

Maenir can be found on the first floor of the Houses of Lore in the Fifth Circle.

You have burned the transcript at Maenir's urging and should speak to him again.

Objectives

• Talk to Maenir

Gúldil can be found just inside the Old Archives in the tunnels of the Fifth Circle.

Maenir has asked you to seek out Gúldil in the Old Archives as he fears the thief will soon find need of the ancient texts within.

Objectives

• Talk to Gúldil