A Change in Plans

Lavic has taken on a new contract, and is willing to hire some help to do the "easy part".
== Starting the Quest ==
* Speak to Lavic N'Gam in South Freeport .
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== Steps ==
# Acquire "the scholar's tool" by harvesting critter dens in The Commonlands until an update is received. This requires a minimum trapping skill of at least 20.
# Now collect the following items in any order:
#* pustules from a scourge rat; (around) .
#* an insignia ring from a Dervish go-between; (runs by) and
#* a rusty sword from a fallen guardian (around) .
# Take these items to the in the western Commonlands and place them in a barrel there .
# Return to Lavic N'Gam in South Freeport to finish the quest and open the next in the series, .
== Rewards ==
* Lavic's Backup
* Experience