'Esgaroth-of-old, the charred ruins of Lake-town that was, has been invaded by smugglers. They have been known to mix their ill-gotten goods in with honest shipments as they pass by. As if that were not enough, one of my raft-elves has been kidnapped! Please, you must intervene before something terrible befalls him!'

Mervárth is standing guard outside Esgaroth-of-old.

You should talk to Mervárth.

Objectives

• Talk to Mervárth