'If we are to press the attack upon the tower of Barad-dûr, we will need to have a distraction. Otherwise the attack will fail before it is barely begun! I have spent many years in the mines, and the darkness of the Shadowfells is not unlike the caverns with which I am familiar.

'What is the best way to distract the darkness, you ask? Why, with fire, of course! I ask you to light fires throughout Emyn Duir, for the sorcerous creatures of the Shadowfells will not be able to abide their light, and the flames will draw the attention of anyone hereabout.

'By Durin's beard, I am certain this plan will work! It just makes sense, my friend, does it not?'

Nithi can be found at Barthost.

You should return to Nithi with news of your successes in Emyn Duir.

Objectives

• Talk to Nithi