Excellent. You have shown you understand the true nature of the cat, and are able to embody the cunning, stealth, and ferocity needed to take my shape. I now deem you worthy of my blessing, young druid.

Ah, you have returned. I do hope you have brought the relics with you?

So, you wish to embrace the way of the claw, child? Very well. Let us speak.

The agony I feel over her loss is immeasurable, but it is what is necessary for the balance. You have demonstrated a resolve to persevere, even when a terrible price is asked. You have done well, druid. I shall grant you the blessing to take on the shape of my kin. Be a beacon for those that lack the strength to persevere and a defender of those in need. Go now, and embrace the way of the claw, child.

Dendrite makes another invisible gesture in the air above him as you approach. Another aura of power comes over him, and he smiles ever so slightly. I sense the cunning and ferocity of the cat within you that was not present when I sent you to meet the Great Cat Spirit. In your eyes I can sense you now understand the stealth and speed needed to adopt this nature. Now you may learn to focus your cunning and adopt the true nature of the cat and call upon its spirit.

Greetings, young shen'dorei. I have come to you because I sense you are ready to undertake the trial to determine if you understand my spiritual nature or not. I will have you take the trial of the Great Cat Spirit of Azeroth, but as you are from Zephras, I wished to oversee your progress myself. After all, it is my shape you would take, not that of a Azerothian cat spirit. Let us begin.

Riaani's face is buried under the heaving armor plates of the construct, attempting to work on the mechanisms underneath. He does not notice your presence at all. Storms curse where is the core?! Who thought it would be a good idea to remove the Gyrozephyr as well? It's a miracle this construct's winds haven't dissipated entirely by now!

Wait--what?! Belathaan... is dead? Ayessa listens as you give your account of what occurred. The High Order was meeting with the Al'Aketh to discuss peace? There is no peace with the cult, they are murderous zealots. What was Elaadrin thinking sending Belathaan to treat with them alone? Pay this no mind, adventurer. You are not at fault for this. The arrogance of the High Order is to blame, yet again. You were merely in the right place at the wrong time.

A letter from Aonda. What's that crafty highlander been up to?

I can't imagine why anyone would want to steal these components from this construct. Other than the gyrozephyr these components have almost no practical application. Even the gyro would be nigh-useless outside of its intended purpose.

Valennia's expression darkens as she reads the letter. Aonda trusted you to deliver this and she speaks highly enough of you in this letter, so I'll try to trust you too. Before we speak further, I need to consult with the few peacekeepers we have left here and formulate a plan in case the cult strikes here next. Enjoy your stay in Valanaar for now. If you are looking to keep yourself busy, there are plenty of townsfolk that can likely use the help of a strong young adventurer like yourself.

Oh, hello. Ayessa sent you to assist me? Very well then. Not sure what an obvious novice like yourself can do, but if you give me a moment to pull my head out of this construct's innards I might have a few ideas of things you can do to help.

Handling these essences fills me with a sense of... deep disquiet. I can almost feel a malevolent, regretful aura emanating from them. It's enough to make me faint. Endaria shudders slightly. I do not look forward to studying these further.

Elder Amberwind sent me a message about you and your exploits in Shen'dar Village. You are most welcome here, friend. You have a strong aura, and you clearly have a resonance with the spirits. Fewer and fewer of us have the skysight of late, and Zephras needs those with the gift if we are to survive these trying times. I am glad you have found your way to me. I look forward to further making your acquaintance.

You seem eager to lend aid immediately. Come, let's speak further on the current situation.

Thank you for scavenging these materials. I imagine that some of this wasn't terribly easy to get. With these parts I can get the construct up and running again. From there we can just hope that its memory is intact and it can tell us who took its components.

The paramount concern of the Windshapers is to better understand why the spirits left us, and what we may be able to do to bring them back. One curious fixture of Shadowgale Forest to the north is the presence of a curious form of wind sprite that some call "hollows". We know little of them and why they are there, but we do know that they first started to appear after the spirits of the wind left us. I need you to go there and disperse them. Gather the remains and bring them back here.

Shadowgale Forest is a dangerous place. Some even say its haunted. I'm quite sure that I don't believe that, but I do know that its not for the faint hearted, or the unprepared.

Lok-tar, hero. I am Thrall, Warchief of the Horde. An Earthen Ring messenger told me to expect members of the Windshapers, and here you are. I'd not have expected to see a high elf standing before me here in Orgrimmar, but the horde will welcome you as our guest all the same. You have my blessing to travel through horde lands. Go with honor, Windshaper.

The Windshapers are currently accepting donations for wool cloth. A donation of sixty pieces of wool cloth will net you full recognition by the Windshapers for your generosity. If you have the sixty pieces of wool cloth on you and are ready to donate them, I'm able to take them from you now.

More adventurers from Zephras, I see. Wonderful. The winds surely favor us! It's going to take us some time to get ourselves established here, so you may want to take some time to explore this new land. Azeroth is an exciting new world, but it's also a dangerous world. You'd do well to prepare yourself for this new adventure by familiarizing yourself with the lands nearby.

The great cat calls to you, adventurer.

Talaanis Shadowsong listens intently as you tell him of what transpired above the Shrine of Akir, and of Ayessa's plan to leave Zephras Isle. I need to reflect on this further, but looking at the upside, we have rid ourselves of Lorthuna and deprived the cult of their leader. Our home has not been invaded yet and on the timeline of elemental gods, it could be years... decades even, before Al'Akir deigns to turn his attention to us. There is much to fear now, but much to celebrate as well.

Do you have those heads, adventurer?

The Al'Aketh have engaged in their bloody zealotry for far too long. This is only the start of the reckoning they face.

Very interesting, so it was the High Order that was responsible for the construct breaking down? I know Belathaan. He's Valennia Stormfist's cousin and his mother was actually a Windshaper. It's disappointing that he was involved in this. I need to reflect on this for a moment.

I'm pleased to hear that we have High Elder Shadowsong's blessing for our expedition. Now that the cult has been defeated and preparations have been made, I think it's finally time. Muln has worked diligently to help us get stable skycutter transport going between Zephras Isle and a place called Mulgore, where the Earthen Ring make their home. We've been doing test voyages and some of our people are already waiting on the other side.

I sent a few of our healers to ensure that Valennia and her remaining forces made it back in one piece. She should be resting in the High Elder's residence now. Muln has already departed back to Azeroth, but he and I spoke of what is next for the Windshapers and our mission to Azeroth. Unfortunately, the island is more vulnerable than ever now and we need a plan to protect Zephras from what is to come.

So now you see? There is a world of knowledge and untapped potential outside of Skywall. This will never stop being our home, but I've come to believe that the path to our salvation lies below. We must travel to Azeroth and gain the power and means to save Zephras Isle. This is the way. Will you have the courage to join us when the time comes?

Ayessa looks shaken and distant as you hand her the windstone charms. Don't mind me, adventurer. Today has merely been... a trying day. Thank you for your service to the windshapers thus far.

By my ancestors, this water is disgusting! No wonder the gazelles are sick. Something is polluting the water, and in turn beginning to wreck the northern Barrens ecosystem. Sick gazelles have been sighted all north of the east-west road here. While this water is most likely a primary source of the sickness spreading, there's something else at work here. This water, believe it or not, will help us formulate a cure. While I research this water, I have need of some items to formulate a cure...

All those who snort enter battle have need of protection. Their bones must be strong. Their skin tough. snort My tribe knows this as well, and to add to the natural protection our quills and hide give us, snort we often call upon Agamaggan to protect us from harm before we go to war. Bring me 4 blood shards snort and I will grant you the same protection.

Truly, this is a fascinating object. It shows indications of being much more than a mere carving or sculpture. While our elders may be interested in observing this artifact, the Earthen Ring are who would carry the most wisdom for our buried ruins and forgotten lands. Seek out Muln Earthfury, a direct approach is fitting for the gravity of what you carry. You can find him and other elders of the Earthen Ring council at the Skywatcher Plateau in northwest Mulgore.

Warriors of all types snort have need of a strong spirit. It drives you to greater feats when all hope has been lost. This is not unknown to the snort Razormane. We are a spiritual tribe--we are more proud of our connection to Agamaggan than our prowess snort in battle. Bring me 4 blood shards and I will bless your spirit for battle. snort

Our greatest warriors, and our greatest snort shamans would envy your will, skyborne. Defeat more of the Bristlebacks knowing that they cannot stop you! snort

Welcome back, adventurer. I can sense you have met with the Great Cat Spirit and have successfully completed the trial. All druids must pass a trial given by this spirit, though the trials vary by generation. I am proud you have passed and have heeded the wisdom of the Great Cat Spirit. It is an ancient spirit that is as deadly as it is playful, though I can sense you understand the spirit's nature already. I will now instruct you on how to take the shape of the cat.

Take my update to Kadrak. Swiftly, adventurer.

The shaman and geomancers of the quilboar tribes snort call upon the strength of Agamaggan to help them in battle and in their rituals, skyborne. If you too wish the added power of Agamaggan's blessing with your spells, then bring me 4 blood shards and Mangletooth will aid you. snort

Your enemies should fear you even more, skyborne. snort Tell Mangletooth tales of your cunning in battle when next we meet--be it in this life, or the next. snort

Have you been able to recover the supplies the harpies stole?

My tribes greatest scouts are said to be unrivaled in their accuracy, and no rogue snort could measure up to their quickness in battle. Bring me 4 blood shards and I will make you even more agile than any quilboar born.

May your aim be unerring, and the mark of your weapon be true, skyborne. Agamaggan's spirit is with you. Return snort to me if you wish. Mangletooth will bless you again if the great boar god deems me worthy. snort

I have only memories now, but I will build a tribute to Olgra so that they never fade.

Go to war, skyborne.

Very impressive, adventurer. Your ancestors would be pleased with your progress! You're ready to learn your aquatic form, and it is my pleasure to teach it to you. Also, in recognition of your achievement during the two trials, I give you this item. I hope you'll find it to be a welcome addition to your gear as a protector of nature and a keeper of the balance.

Another delivery! Fantastic. Set it over by the pile and we can discuss your compensation.

Another delivery! Fantastic. Set it over by the pile and we can discuss your compensation.

I will need 4 blood shards if you wish Agamaggan's strength, skyborne. Your foes will cower before your strength were you to be given this blessing. snort The Razormane's greatest warriors are infused with such power!

What can I do for ya, skyborne?

Thank you for your hard work, adventurer. There has been an uprising in bandits and thieves intercepting trade routes as of late. If you find other crates lying around, please bring them here and we'll handle the rest. Here is your payment.