Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos- General Walkthrough

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GLADSTONE KEEP

     Your adventures begin in Gladstone Keep, where you have been summoned by King Richard to assist in solving the problems plaguing the lands. Once you have been greeted by the Keep Guards, they will prevent you from leaving until you’ve seen the King in his Throne Room. Keep going north (the direction you were facing as the game began). You’ll know you’re near the Throne Room when you meet a second brace of guards who remind you of the need to see King Richard. They stand just in front of the golden doors to the Throne Room. After you’ve seen the King, use the key he has given to you to pick up the Magic Atlas, which will be enormously useful in your adventures. Before you leave the keep, you will also need to see Geron in his office, to pick up the Royal Writ which grants you passage to the South You cannot leave the Keep without this writ.
     You may also visit the Armorer and the Herbalist before leaving the Keep. From these you may purchase weapons and medicinals to help you on your journey. You can also visit them later when you return to the Keep (when you'll have more money and weapons to sell).

NORTHLAND FOREST

     After you leave the Keep, you will wander through the Northlands. Primarily, your objective is to get to the Gladstone Marina, where you will use the Royal Writ to get you to the South. There are many useful and interesting diversions for beginning adventurers in the Northlands. There are a number of odds and ends lying in some hollows and nests in the forest. You might find these items useful, and you might also want to sell them back to Victor inside Gladstone Keep for extra pocket money.
     There are wild boars roaming the forest (usually only one is found). Don’t hold your hand when you encounter them; they’ll try to kill you anyway, so you might as well kill them. Don’t forget though, if the fighting gets bad, you can always back out. Fighting boars is a good way to start building your skills.
     You can also practice Magic and Fighting skills against a few thugs who are hiding in the forest. You’ll encounter at least one, who will try to hold you up. Later, if you're feeling particularly aggressive, you can fight the thugs at their own hideout. Afterwards you can loot their hideout and "recover" some useful Gladstonian items that you’re sure Richard would want you to use for the quest. Once you purge the Northlands, you might want to return to Gladstone before heading to the marina. Selling the valuable Swarm items to the armorer will gain you enough crowns to buy the mighty long sword.
     You'll also run into a beautiful woman- note her eyes.

THUG'S CAVE

     After beating up the thugs at the campfire, you are free to go into their hideout and "recover" their loot- all in the name of good King Richard, of course. If you crept past them to get into the hideout, you may run into them in the caves, or on your way out again. If you took care of them outside the cave, well, you wont have to worry, then.
     There are a few minor puzzles to loosen up your "dungeon puzzle" thinking and to get you used to night vision. Barring that, however, there is a lantern here, which will prove very useful in your spelunking in later adventures.

SOUTHLAND FOREST

     In the Southlands, your primary goal is to find Roland and recover the Ruby of Truth so that you may return it to King Richard at Gladstone. Timothy an experienced guide and friend of Gladstone can be found in the Grey Eagle Inn and would be happy to help you. In the South you’ll run into lot of trouble from giant Lizards and Orcs. Again, it’s a good opportunity to brush up on your fighting skills, and most adventurers will find Timothy’s sword arm invaluable in these fights. Don’t forget that whenever Timothy (or any other companions you encounter in the lands) successfully wounds or dispatches an enemy, it is your companion who benefits, not you.
     It’s a good idea to visit the Grey Eagle Inn, which is near the South Marina as you first enter the forest. Even if you don’t want Timothy’s company (if you don’t, do not click on the yellow haired fellow sitting at the left end of the bar), you should see Philip, who can be found inside the right-hand door inside the tavern. After you chat with Philip, he’ll give you a Magnet Stone (a compass, basically), which can be very useful in your adventures.
     Tucked away in the middle of the forest is Buck’s Shins. You can find some useful odds and ends in here. Of course, you’ll have to pay for them, and Buck usually doesn’t buy things back (as you might have guessed, given his limited inventory).
     Again, you’ll encounter trouble with some giant Lizards, and some Orcs, in the South Lands. This infestation of orcs is quite heavy, and unexpected in the "neutral" Southlands. You’ll know you’re getting close to Roland’s manor when the infestation of Orcs is particularly dense. Rest up and save your game before entering Roland’s Manor. You won’t be able to leave the Southlands before seeing Roland, simply because the price of the ship ride home is too high. Visiting Roland is the only way to get enough money for the trip home. Also, this is your only visit to the Southlands through the game, so if there was something in Buck’s that you really want to pick up, get it before you buy passage. If you don’t buy the bow in Buck’s, it will be awhile before another opportunity arises to get one.

ROLAND'S MANOR

     Rolands Manor is in a sorry state when you find it in the Southlands. Given all that trouble you had with those Orcs in the forest, it’s not hard to guess what happened. The Orcs, minions of the Dark Army and Scotia’s lackeys, have also been looking for the Ruby of Truth. You can’t very well go to the King empty-handed, so you should investigate the manor and see what you can come up with. Or course, the easiest way to do this is to go from room to room. There are Orcs everywhere in the manor, the same ugly variety that you encountered in the forest. When you open a room, expect an Orc’s dart to fly out. Even after you’ve cleared a room, don’t mark it as "safe" yet; they’ll just open the doors and attack if you try to hide in one of the rooms to rest. There are some minor items of interest in some of the other rooms, but you’ll want to find the room where the Orc leader set up his command base. You’ll have to get rid of him— by force or guile— in order to find Roland, the fate of the Ruby, and the money to get you home again.

DRARACLE'S CAVES

     After you return to Gladstone Keep and watch Scotia confront King Richard and Dawn, you learn that you need to visit the Draracle, an Ancient oracle with second sight, and seek his wisdom to help save the King. The Draracle doesn’t entertain just any petitioners. He hides himself deep in his mysterious, danger-ridden lair. Your objective is to hack your way through these monster-packed halls and make it to the cave of the Draracle. You must also recover one of the Draracle’s treasures, hidden somewhere within his caves. Once you reach the room of the Dragon Walls, you are faced with two choices. In your journeys prior to reaching this area, you should have picked up an Emerald (dropped by one of the Ratmen you killed) and a Sapphire (found in one of those chests on the second level of the caves). When you come to this wall, you must make the choice between which route you’ll take the Draracle’s Lair.

Emerald Route
     If, at the Dragon Room, you place the emerald in the east dragon’s eye first, then you should follow the Emerald Route to the Draracle’s Lair. This path will lead you to the resting place of the Jeweled Dagger, a powerful weapon that you can use until it’s time to return it to the Draracle in exchange for his wisdom.

Sapphire Route
     If, at the Dragon Room, you place the sapphire in the north dragon’s eye first, then you should follow the Sapphire Route to the Draracle’s Lair. This is the easier of the two routs to the Draracle, although the Silver Goblet you find along the way is by no means a lesser artifact. This shining chalice is able to restore your party to full health with only a small amount of your magic lost. Just click the goblet over your character portrait to see the amazing results. Sadly, this item must be given up to the Draracle once you find him in his lair. Wisdom does, after all, have its price.

     Regardless whether you took the Emerald or Sapphire Route, your journey will end at Level 4 of the Draracle’s Caves. With your offering in hand, you must find the passage leading up into the Draracle’s lair in the north east area of this level. Once you enter his chambers, you will be instructed to place your offering (the Jeweled Dagger or the Silver Goblet) on the altar. Click on the archway behind the Draracle, and place your trinket on the altar. Now the Draracle will tell you a riddle showing how to make the elixir to cure King Richard. He will write this riddle on a scroll for you, and send you on your way to complete your quest (this is the only scroll/note you MUST keep with you throughout the game).

OPINWOOD

     Opinwood lies on the other side of Lake Dread, and is on the way to the Gorkha Swamp. You can also get to the Urbish Mines from here, but we recommend you don’t enter the mines yet! Opinwood is the home of some very nasty Pentrogs, ram-like beasts that pack a nasty punch. They also have deadly cross-bows that they use to strike at you from long distances. The level IV spark spell is particularly effective against the Fentrogs, but a flurry of sword blows can work as well. Beware the ferocious strength of these creatures, for it is said that they can kill a warrior with a single blow. This forest is also home to groups of marauding orcs, who travel through Opinwood on their way to the foul castle Cimmeria.
     A number of chests are scattered throughout Opinwood, hiding many valuable treasures. Of particular interest is the Green Skull, which can be especially useful against the Larkhon in the upper level of the Urbish Mining company. before you attempt the mines, you’ll first want to make it to the Gorkha Swamp and retrieve the Ruby of Truth. A green skull can be extremely helpful against the fearful Larkhon, so try and have one before you attempt the mines. You can find a green skull in one of the chests in Upper Opinwood if you don’t find one here.

GORKHA SWAMP

     The Swamp has long been known as the home of the Gorkha, a peaceful tribe of amphibious folk who can be quite helpful. They are protective of their home territory, and can be a nightmare to fight if threatened. It’s best if you stay on their good side, because they can be quite a bit of help in your quest. Remember, if you steal from them, or attack one of their kind, even by accident, the entire tribe will wage war on you.
     Throughout the swamp you’ll find sinkholes (marked accordingly on your map). DO NOT WALK OVER THE SINK-HOLES- You’ll sink and die if you do. To get past them, cast the level 1 Freeze spell. The atmosphere will change color a bit, indicating that the "swamp" is frozen, and thus all sink holes are frozen solid, allowing you to walk over them safely for a short period of time. Once you get some empty vials, use one to collect swamp water from one of these sinkholes. This water is one of the inngredients to make the elixir to heal King Richard.
     Upon entering the swamp, you will initially want to find the Gorkha Chieftain, and try to get the Ruby of Truth from him. If you make a deal with the Gorkha Chieftain, then you will have to hunt down and destroy their ancient enemies, the Hurzels, who have stolen the Gorkha’s prized ceremonial mask. You’ll find this mask being carried by one of the Hurzels in the central area of the swamp. You won’t be able to find the mask if you choose to war against the Gorkha. If you handle things diplomatically, the Gorka will not wage war against you and will even make you a hero of their tribe. You’ll find it to your advantage to deal with some of the Gorkha merchants, especially if you’ve been made a hero. There’s also a witch doctor in the swamp who can help you with the Draracle’s riddle.

UPPER OPINWOOD

     Hopefully, you’ll visit Upper Opinwood before attempting to explore the Mines. The treasure chests here are formed like tree trunks, and are much the same as regular trunks, with the exception of their contents. There are some particularly valuable goodies here that you’ll want to take into the Mines with you. The most important thing here is the Green Skull, which is the best way to get past the Larkhon guarding the Mines. Also, you will find the crossbow "Valkyrie" which is one of the most potent weapons in the lands. Once you have this fireball flinging crossbow in your possession, it’s best to hold on to it until the bitter end. You’ll find Scotia here as well, blocking your way into the Yvel Woods. After trying to scare you off, she’ll erect a magical barrier that can only be dispelled by Vaelan’s Cube. You should be able to find the cube with Paulson, after solving the Urbish Mines, or with Dawn back in Opinwood. Also in Upper Opinwood are hives full of hornet honey. This is one of the vital ingredients in the Elixir to heal King Richard.

URBISH MINING CO.

     The Urbish Mines are a creepy place, indeed. This is where the evil sorceress Scotia uncovered the Nether Mask. The locals say that the mine are infested with monsters and the ghosts of long dead prospectors. This is said to be the reason for the mines premature closing years ago. But, you don’t care. You’ve got a mission to accomplish. You’ll need to find Paulson, and get his Pyramid Key. He may also have a Vaelan’s Cube with him. The Cube is needed to get past the barrier in Upper Opinwood, so if Paulson doesn’t have one, perhaps Dawn will. The Pyramid Key is one of four needed to free King Richard from the Crystal Casket.
     The Urbish Mines is complex, twisted place. You’ll have to go up and down levels several times before you’re able to get to Paulson. Keep track of where you are and how the teleporters work. Paulson is located in the deepest level of the mines.
     In sum, you must do the following: Visit Dwight on the first Level and make sure you get a pick from him. You can also get a pick on Level 3, but it is surrounded by a nest of deadly avian worms, and difficult to retrieve. Kill the rock beasts on Level 4 to get the Bloodstone, another ingredient for the Elixir. Then you will need to find the gear and the staircase. Go down the cleared stairs, and get the Shiny Key. Once you have the Shiny key and the Rusty key (hidden in Orin’s remains on Level 4), make your way back to Level 4 and unlock the hidden door to the south. Beyond this door you will find Paulson. Make certain that you get his Pyramid Key and his Vaelan’s Cube (if he has one) before leaving the mines.

YVEL WOODS

     If you haven’t returned to Opinwood and seen Dawn in Droek’s wagon, now is the time to do it. You should also have completed your exploration of the woods, the swamp and the Urbish mines at this point. Once in Yvel Woods, you should make your way north to Vulture’s Chasm. Although there is no way to cross this ravine, you will find another Valean’s Cube here after killing one of the huge orcs guarding the chasm.
     Beware the ferocious strength of the great orcs that roam Yvel Woods, as they are far more formidable then the orcs of Opinwood. Now make your way to the White Tower, and locate the Crucible of faith. Once you have the Crucible, you’ll have to use un your Valean’s cube to dispel another one of Scotia’s barriers to get to the City of Yvel. When you dispel this barrier, you can get into Yvel and get the final ingredient for the Elixir, Earth Powder, from Sadie. Return to the White Tower and mix the Elixir to heal King Richard. After doing so, you’ll want to return to the city, meet Geron (Don't mind him- you'll get to 'deal with him' in LOL3!), and then find Dawn... or is it... You’ll run into her just as you’re returning to Opinwood. She’ll ask for her key. You may have to fight her (in her ugly lizard form) before returning to the city to find Geron again.

WHITE TOWER

     The White Tower is home to the warrior maiden, Jana, and her Amazons. You will need to locate the thief Lyle and get the Amber Ring from him to open the passage into Jana’s secret chamber. Once you have fought your way past these formidable foes, use your Valean’s Cube to battle the undead spirits that haunt the highest reaches of the tower. On Level 3, you will find the keys needed to enter the sub-level of the tower, and find the Crucible of Faith. Use it to plunder the treasure found beyond the doors of faith back on Level 3. Once you have succeeded in your task, it’s time to head to Yvel City. After gathering all four ingredients for the Elixir, return to the tower. Replace the Crucible upon the Altar DeBlanca (it’s pretty obvious how this works), and use the healed altar to mix the King’s Elixir. Once you have the Elixir, it’s time to return to Yvel City yet again.

CITY OF YVEL

     At Yvel, you’ll want to visit Sadie’s shop after you get the last part of the riddle scroll deciphered. If she can read it. she’ll give you the last ingredient for the Elixir. After you get this, return to the White Tower in Yvel Woods. When you’ve made the Elixir, meet Geron inside the Council Hall. He’ll tell you to find Dawn, whom you can find outside in Yvel Woods. When you return to Geron again, he’ll tell you the city is under attack. Fight in the city until you hear Orc’s battle horns sounding "retreat." Then go to Bruno’s Lodge and go through the back door (which is now open). Beat the Great Orcs camped out there, and enter the Catwalk Caverns through the secret passage beyond.

CATWALK CAVERNS

     You’ll need to defeat the Dark Commander Frendor to get Geron’s Key, the black Statuette, and the Dark Gauntlet. Use these artifacts to make your way through this sinister maze. The activate-and-replicate puzzle in the north does not need to be completed, but if you succeed in solving it (by pushing one of those moving white dots on the walls one each down the three the halls by using the hand of fate spell or the dark gauntlet), the great sword "Justice" and the Valkyrie crossbow are excellent choices for mystical duplication. The dangerous electrical elementals here in Catwalk can only be defeated with powerful Lightning magic, which overloads them. Beware these creatures, for they can sap your party of their magic. If all else falls, use the Wand of Lightning that you found in the White Tower Level 3. Use the gauntlet to 'open' certain walls. Collect the two keys needed to open the locked door to the east of the entrance. Beyond this door you will meet the Xeobs and the Knowles, other-dimensional beings eternally at war with one another. You will be requested to help defeat one of the two races. The outcome of your quest will be the same no matter which of the two races you pick, but you might note that the Knowles are easier to defeat. Both races will reward you for defeating their respective enemy: the Knowles will reward you with an advance in magic skill, whereas the Xeobs will advance your fighting skill. Once you choose an alliance you will make it to the dungeons of Castle Cimmeria.

DUNGEONS

     Once in the dungeons, you must defeat the enemies of the race that you sided with in Catwalk Caverns. Save your game often here, as the members of both races are tough, and occasional setbacks are almost certain. You must kill each and every remaining member of your chosen enemies. Once you locate the teleporter to the home world of your allies, you have the opportunity to betray and attack them. If you do this, you will get the key to Castle Cimmeria immidialy but you will have forfeited the level bonuses that would have been granted to you by your sponsors. It is best to finish out this minor quest, and reap your rewards before you move on to the stairs leading up into Castle Cimmeria. Your patrons will also give you yet another Valean’s Cube, which will be useful in the first level of the castle. Make sure you get Nathaniel’s Pyramid Key, and then find the diamond that can be used to free Dawn before ascending into the castle.

CASTLE CIMMERIA

     Castle Cimmeria is where you will end your quest, heal King Richard, and catch up with Scotia. Once out of the Dungeons, find the Crystal Ball imprisoning Dawn, and use the diamond to free her. Then recover the Cobra figurine on Level 1, the Dragon figurine, also on Level 1, the Unicorn statuette found on Level 2, and the Humanoid figurine, well hidden on Level 3 of Cimmeria. Once you have all four figurines, return to Level 2 of the castle, where you will find the room where King Richard’s tainted crystal casket has been left. Place the figurines so that the beam of light dispels the tainted shroud on the casket and place the four Pyramid Keys (Dawn’s, Geron’s, Nathaniel’s, and Paulson’s) on the Crystal Casket in their proper locations. This will free King Richard from the protection of the Crystal Casket. Now you must act quickly, and apply the Elixir to Richard’s resting form. Once he awakens, Richard will give you his ring, the Shard of Truth. Merge the Shard of Truth with the Ruby of Truth to create the Whole Truth. Then, armed with the Whole Truth and your instincts, you must hunt down Scotia in the heights of the castle, and defeat her once and for all. Save the game before entering. There are only three different time you can use the Ruby of Truth on her; if she turns into a the Executioner (multi-eyed beast), then you are too late and cannot kill her. When it's over, you'll see a cinematic then the credits. Now, the next time you turn on the game, on the main menu there is a Lore Of The Lands button- click on it!

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All the information above is taken from the official Hint Book.