'The second truth is that what the forest has must be protected. There is an imbalance because Men have slain many of the predators native to this land, and now the prey animals are too numerous. Not only do they raze the undergrowth of the forest and kill the saplings needed to ensure its future, but once everything has been consumed, many animals will die of starvation.

'It is the dreadful truth that slaying some of the deer now will be better for the survival of both the deer and the forest. It is an unpleasant task, but one that must be done. Please do not bring the meat back here though. I do not eat animals, but the scavengers of the forest will appreciate the meal.'

You have slain deer in Arwáth. You should return to Shanthar.

Objectives

• Talk to Shanthar