Neriak - Foreign Quarter
Neriak is a dark beautiful city carved out of the very bones of the earth, deep under the forest of Nektulos. The multileveled tunnels that make up the basic connecting structure of Neriak were originally carved by meandering underground rivers that sprang from Lake Neriuss when its levels were higher. Later, they were widened and carved into a beautiful, dark, secret city by the magic of the dark elves, named in their own language as "Teir'Dal." Everything in this city is carved from the same dark stone, but minerals give it different colors. The dark elves are ruled by King Naythox Thex and his queen, Cristanos. Though it is not commonly acknowledged, the kings of the high elves and dark elves share a common lineage, as once all elves were related.
The Foreign Quarter is perhaps the busiest of Neriak's gates, for all young Teir'Dal must pass through here to reach the forest of Nektulos. Similarly, all visitors, quests and returning residents must pass through the Foreign Quarter's slums to reach the more distinguished regions of the city. While this gate is the least guarded and occupied region of the Teir'Dal city, it doesn't mean the city is open to everyone. Those who find themselves on the vast lists of the Teir'Dal's hatred enemies will be killed on sight by the guardsmen of the Indigo Brotherhood. For that matter, many who enter the city of Neriak for whatever reason and are not of Teir'Dal blood or accepted by them are often not heard from again.
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Though not highly trusted by the dark elves, the allies of the Teir'Dal, such as the ogres and trolls of the distant swamplands, beyond the Desert of Ro, are welcome in the Foreign Quarter district. Travelers who can safely enter the gates of Neriak without fear of the Indigo Brotherhood's wrath will discover supplies to be plentiful among the shops of Neriak's foreign citizens. Both Cristanos and Naythox hold sway in this district, although the political influence and struggles do not take center stage here; the foreign inhabitants care only for the profit and freedom they are allowed to exercise within Neriak's walls.
The architecture of the Foreign Quarter appears very much like that found in Freeport, with the exception of a few buildings and a single, unattended fountain which are obviously quickly fashioned of Teir'Dal design. Ogres and trolls have also set up their own area in the furthest reaches of the quarter. This area can be identified by pathetic signs and monotonous similarity of their shops.
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Dangers
Travelers who do not have good faction with Dark Elves will be killed on sight. There are numerous factions in the foreign quarter, and merely raising faction for the guards may not be enough to guarantee safe passage.
Benefits
The allies of the Teir`Dal, such as the ogres and trolls of the distant swamplands beyond the deserts of Ro, are welcome in the Foreign Quarter district. Travelers who can safely enter the gates of Neriak without fear of the Indigo Brotherhood's wrath will discover supplies to be plentiful among the shops of Neriak's foreign citizens.
Traveling To and From
Neriak's Foreign Quarter can only be reached from the outside through Nektulos Forest near Lavastorm Mountains, however the entrance to Neriak is guarded. Travelers who do not have good faction with Dark Elves should take care to enter using an illusion or invisibility spell. West Freeport is the closest city by way of East Commonlands and then Nektulos Forest.
Garden Variety's Glorious Adventures and Travel Guide
Notable NPC's: Dran_`slug`_Rembor
Hidden Passageway
There is a fake wall in Oosa Shadowthumper's home that is marked by a red drawing of Innoruuk. This passage provides an alternative zone line into the common quarter. For more information, see hidden passageway information for Neriak Commons.
Shops and Points of Interest
There is much more to the Foreign Quarter than first meets the eye.
Silk Underground
Inside you will find Jasma Tather and Mordant Tather selling assorted tailoring supplies. A loom for Tailoring can be found in the back behind the counter.
Drana's Bread N Butcher
Tal Drana and Sal Drana sell rations and general baking supplies. Sal Drana is part of the Bread Shipment Quest network for Neriak.
The Smugglers Inn
Wiska sells her Brewing wares from the second floor balcony while Tala Felton tends the bar nearby. On the ground floor below, ChonChon sells Pottery supplies by the bar while she chats with Darien Felton. Rolynn Bdoph, one of the Dreadguards that patrol the Foreign Quarter, can usually be found idling at the south end of the bar as well.
Slugs Tavern
The place to go in Neriak for a good time away from the dour Teir'Dal and the rambunctious ogres and trolls is a large, plain wooden building called Slug's Tavern. The gambling tables are downstairs, an eating area is on the main floor, and the main bar is on the second floor. The proprietor of this dubious establishment is Dran "Slug" Rembor, a human formerly of Qeynos. [3]
Gambels Greens
The namesake to this fine establishment is one Gambel Quick, an Erudite shopkeeper selling Alchemy supplies.
Market View
No actual vendors here - just a fantastic second story view overlooking The Smugglers Inn. Found in a hallway across from Gambels Greens.
Tradeskill Vendors & Facilities
Baking
- Oven @ -357, -163, 3 (just outside Bites N Pieces in the Troll/Ogre section)
- Oven @ 143, -274 (just outside Drana's Bread N Butcher)
Blacksmithing
- Forge @ -294, -388, 3. (just down the ramp from Pig Sticker)
- Forge @ -276, -406, 17.
Brewing
- Brewing Barrel @ 226, -174, 18 (just outside Slugs Tavern)
Pottery
These are next to Farlain Stonethrower across the way from The Smugglers Inn.
- Pottery Oven @ 208, -81, 3
- Pottery Wheel @ 199, -68, 3
Tailoring
- Loom @ 134, -186, 3 (behind the counter in Silk Underground)
Troll & Ogre Section
Pig Sticker
Namarg sells backpacks, bandages, and assorted weapons and shield from the front porch. Kruna can be found inside selling assorted weapons and indulging in the occasional rear itch.
Shinie Tings
This is a jewelry store obviously - you'll find Canarie inside behind the counter selling the store's namesake.
Bulls Pit
The Bull's Pit is the PVP Arena in Neriak's Foreign Quarter - its a favorite hangout for Ogres and Trolls looking to bash gud. Bull Crusher, the proprietor of the establishment, can usually be found behind the counter just off the main room with the arena. He sells alcohol, rations, and other general goods. There are two other barkeeps in the main room: Slunga and Pungla.
Bites N Pieces
Smaka and The Gobbler man the counter selling rations and general supplies. If you have a hankering for Dwarf meat, this seems to be the place!
Did you Know?
Neriak in all of its splendor was originally designed by Mike "Hutch" Hutchins who passed away in May 2020.[4]
Forageable Items
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 See Beta 3 Patch Notes for July 20, 1998 and Beta 3 Patch Notes for August 22, 1998
- ↑ See Beta 3 Patch Notes for July 20, 1998
- ↑ Adapted for accuracy from Atlas: Maps of Myrist.
- ↑ "Original EverQuest Developer Mike “Hutch” Hutchins Dies". Available online at https://everquestshow.com/2020/05/05/original-everquest-developer-mike-hutch-hutchins-dies/. Last accessed 29 December 2021.
