'${PLAYER}!

'It is good to have you among us once again, my friend. We have won a victory over the Enemy, but the war is not yet over.

'Ithilien is in a precarious position, and stands as the only remaining barrier between the lands of the Enemy and Gondor. The northern reaches of Ithilien border Dagorlad, the dread wastes of the Dark Lord, and his forces rally there even now.

'If the Host of the West seeks to reach the Black Gate and draw fully the ire of the Enemy, they must first pass through Ithilien without great losses.

'My men and I know these lands well, and we can teach you much of them and how to gain advantages over our foes. All we ask in return is that you offer your skill in driving back the forces of the Enemy until the Host of the West can reach Dagorlad.

'Mablung has been eager to speak with you since you arrived, and I would also ask that you introduce yourself to Rhadrog and Laeglaw. You have not yet met them, but they know well of your deeds in the great battle.'

Anborn can be found at Henneth Annûn in North Ithilien.

You have spoken to the other Rangers and should now report back to Anborn.

Objectives

• Talk to Anborn