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Cantor Krin'ze
Location	Moonmont Wayshrine
Race	Dagi	Gender	Female
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Faction(s)	Twilight Cantors

Cantor Krin'ze

Cantor Krin'ze is a Dagi member of the Twilight Cantors who can first encountered near the Moonmont Wayshrine in Reaper's March. She will initially be working alongside Inquisitor Sabannar and High Cantor Viti, but becomes entwined in the strange case of Zerith-var after she requests you investigate an omen on her behalf.

Related QuestsEdit

• A Moonlit Shadow: Investigate a fallen star at the Moonmont on behalf of a Twilight Cantor.
• Beyond a Veil of Twilight: Please add a description for this quest
• Paths Out Of Darkness: Please add a description for this quest
• The Dark Behind the World: Please add a description for this quest

Quest-Related EventsEdit

A Moonlit ShadowEdit

As you approach you will find Cantor Krin'ze speaking with some members of the Twilight Cantors and Torval Curiata:

Cantor Krin'ze: "A fallen star is an omen of someone in need."

High Cantor Viti: "Priorities, my sahida. The answer is no."

Inquisitor Sabannar: "We have greater concerns. Let someone else see to your fallen star."

You can talk to her:

"Greetings, wanderer. I am Krin'ze, a Twilight Cantor. A singer in service to Azurah.
Did you happen to see the falling star? A sure sign from the Mother of All Khajiit that someone is in great need. I am certain of it."

I didn't see a falling star.

"It blazed with blue soulfire, burning the sky as it fell toward Moonmont. The signs could not be more clear. I wanted to investigate, but High Cantor Viti forbade me."

If someone is in need of help, why won't they let you look into it?

"The tall inquisitor here has need of the Twilight Cantors. Viti and I have been conscripted into service, and that service is elsewhere. Apparently.
But you could investigate. Surely Azurah will reward your curiosity."

All right. I'll investigate this star that fell near Moonmont.

After you agree to search for the fallen star, you can continue to ask her questions:

"Thank you, walker. Watch for the spirit of a little cat. Azurah often sends such messengers when the need is great.
And do be careful. Rumor has it that Moonmont is overrun with dro-m'Athra. May Azurah keep the dark from ensnaring your spirit."

You mentioned the spirit of a little cat? / You really think I'll encounter the spirit of a cat?

"Oh, I do indeed! I caught a glimpse of such a spirit to the south, but when I requested permission to investigate, Cantor Viti refused to grant it.
We cantors have many, many songs describing such events. Another sign that someone needs help."

Could this cat spirit be a trick of some sort?

"With those large, friendly eyes and the cutest little whiskers? No. Dark spirits like dro-m'Athra take a different shape and have for thousands of years. This is no trick of Namiira.
Find the spirit and determine what must be done."

Can you tell me more about the others with you?

"High Cantor Viti and Inquisitor Sabannar? Certainly.
You could talk to them yourself, but they have little patience for strangers."

Tell me about High Cantor Viti.

"I am still getting used to such a formal title for her. I am her sahida. Her protege.
In Viti, Azurah's love and devotion takes a much more … rigid form than other Twilight Cantors you may have met. But I value her guidance all the same."

Tell me more about the Twilight Cantors.

"Outsiders sometimes think of us as acolytes of Azurah. Our devotion to her allows us to exorcise dark spirits through the art of song.
When not on a mission, we wander where we like. Or we used to."

I know Adara-hai [sic] of the Twilight Cantors. Is she involved in this? (Appears if you previously met Adara'hai)

Completed both Maw of Lorkhaj and Black Heights Objectives:	Completed Maw of Lorkhaj Objective Only:	Completed Black Heights Objective Only:
"You were at the Temple of Seven Riddles! And you helped her with that exorcism in Black Heights, yes? Azurah has definitely sent you to me! Our Chief Crier is on holy sabbatical. Viti endeavors to serve as a sort of leader in her stead."	"You were at the Temple of Seven Riddles? Bright moons! We still sing odes to you and the others who took up arms. Our Chief Crier is on holy sabbatical, by Azurah's blessing. Viti endeavors to serve as a sort of leader in her stead."	"You helped her in Black Heights, didn't you? I am glad you were there to help her see Vijari's soul pass on in peace. Our Chief Crier is on holy sabbatical, by Azurah's blessing. Viti endeavors to serve as a sort of leader in her stead."

Tell me about Inquisitor Sabannar.

"I tried to get on his good side, walker. I really did. He does not seem to have one.
He is an Inquisitor of the Torval Curiata. The militant arm of those who uphold the Riddle'Thar epiphany. As far as I can tell, he is very good at his job."

Riddle'Thar Epiphany?/ What was that term, the Riddle'Thar Epiphany?

"A tenet of faith that reveres the moon spirits, Jone and Jode.
We cantors, instead, are permitted to serve and follow Azurah. Our songs are too valuable for us to be excluded from the faith."

Have you worked with Inquisitor Sabannar long?

"Too long, it feels like.
The Inquisitors only recently pressed us into service. They have need of our songs or would hardly bother with us otherwise. Our worship of Azurah does not fit in their neat little box of what constitutes proper faith."

Why are you helping the Inquisitor? / Then why help them at all? (Appears if you ask one of the above questions)

"Refuse those who require our songs? Kes kridesi! It is unthinkable.
Yes, they force us into these uniforms and bestow our elders with fancy, high-ranking titles. And they keep us from wandering where we like. Still, they need our help."

Tell me about dro-m'Athra./Tell me more about dro-m'Athra.

"When Khajiit in strife hear the drums of the Bent Dance, it means the Void of Namiira seeks to ensnare their souls.
Twilight Cantors like myself can exorcise that darkness. But if we do not get there in time or fail, the Khajiit become dro-m'Athra."

The Bent Dance?/What was that about the Bent Dance?

"The beating of the dark heart of Lorkhaj. If one listens for the whispers of Namiira, the Lady of Decay, the drums of the Bent Dance are sure to follow.
To speak too much of these evil things only serves to invite them in. Be wary."

What should I do if I encounter dro-m'Athra at Moonmont?

"Defend yourself. When you defeat dro-m'Athra they retreat to the Void, Namiira's plane of darkness.
If you had a Twilight Cantor with you, we could banish their spirits permanently. But as much as I would like to accompany you, I am forbidden."

After you leave the Tomb of Zerith-var, following after the eponymous Zerith-var:

Cantor Krin'ze: "I know it fell around here somewhere …."

<She notices Zerith-var and then you.>

Cantor Krin'ze: "Bright Moons, walker! Who was that?"

Speak with her to explain what happened:

"Walker, that Khajiit … was that the person in need?"

I found the spirit cat. It led me to this tomb. Zerith-var was inside. But what are you doing here?

"I could not ignore Azurah's sign any longer, so I slipped away when the high cantor and the Inquisitor were otherwise engaged.
But what was this Zerith-var doing inside an ancient tomb? Did he follow the spirit cat, as well?"

He awoke inside the tomb. He's been in there for a long time. I think it's his tomb.

"Well, he certainly did not appear to be a corpse, at least as far as I could tell. Maybe he fell and hit his head or something. Though that doesn't explain the glowing eyes.
Where did this Zerith-var go?"

He wants me to meet him in Rawl'kha.

"Ziss! I need to get back. I am beholden to the Torval Curiata, and they are mobilizing for some sort of attack.
I will try to find you in Rawl'kha if I can slip away again. Good luck, walker. And stay safe."

How did you manage to slip away from Inquisitor Sabannar?

"High Cantor Viti was kind enough to distract him for me with bracing talk of righteousness and heresy. Plus, I have always been good at slipping through the shadows.
But I cannot linger. My voice is needed wherever the Inquisitor takes us next."

If you speak to her again:

"Ziss'vo. I wish I could go with you, but my song is needed elsewhere.
I will try to find you again. Perhaps the high cantor can give guidance once she hears of this soul sent from another time. Be well!"

You can encounter her later inside the Ruined Reliquary within the Claw's Strike. You will witness Twilight Cantors performing a ritual against a dro-m'Athra. Zerith-var will be shocked at what occurs:

<The Cantors sing and the dro-m'Athra explodes in golden light and Cantor Krin'ze getting hurt in the process.>

Cantor Ta'khida: "Krin'ze! Are you all right?"

Cantor Krin'ze: "I will be fine. We must go after the others!"

High Cantor Viti: "We will handle it. Join us when you have recovered."

<Cantor Ta'khida and High Cantor Viti run into the next room.>

Zerith-var: "They destroyed a dro-m'Athra! Its soul. It is … gone!"

You can then speak with Cantor Krin'ze about what happened:

"Walker? And that strange Khajiit from Moonmont. Zerith-var, was it?
It is too dangerous for you to be here. These dro-m'Athra and the powerful ones leading them. I have never seen their like before. None of us have!"

Zerith-var and I tracked the dro-m'Athra here.

"Walker, you must leave. The leaders of this incursion, they are why the Inquisitors conscripted us. To fight back against this … this dark power.
We obliterated as many as we could, but our songs are not enough."

Zerith showed me a Hidden Moon shrine in Rawl'kha. We did a rite that guided us here.

"Hidden Moon? I never heard of this clan. I will have to ask High Cantor Viti about it. She would know. But that is for later.
If you have come to help, Azurah knows we could use it right now."

Zerith says Azurah sent him here to deal with the Rajaska.

"Rajaska? An appropriate name for the powerful spirits. I knew that fallen star was a sign. But now is the time for action, not discussion.
High Cantor Viti went after this … Rajaska. Please, help her. Before more cantors turn to the Bent Dance."

All right. We'll do what we can to help the other Twilight Cantors.

Speaking to her again:

"Normal dro-m'Athra are challenge enough, but beyond that door lies something from my nightmares.
If any of my sisters or the Inquisitors remain standing, please, save them."

Heading into Abandoned Altar chamber, you will witness Cantor Ta'khida and High Cantor Viti fighting Ravith-morna. They will be swiftly defeated as High Cantor Viti is thrown to the side and Cantor Ta'khida is transformed into a Rajaska. Cantor Krin'ze will run down to High Cantor Viti to help her:

"Viti is hurt! I have to try to help her!"

After you defeat Ta'khida-morna you can speak with Krin'ze:

"Viti is fine, thank goodness. And were you and Zerith-var not here to drive off our fallen sister, I am sure we would have been next."

Zerith-var will then have you accompany him to the Temple of the Dark Moon on Khenarthi's Roost only to find it destroyed. While searching for items in the ruins to empower the moonclaw, you are ambushed by Inquisitor Tashkier and learn the Torval Curiata now has a kill order for him.

After the moonclaw's power is restored, a new dro-m'Athra incursion is detected and the portal brings you to The Vile Manse where you meet High Cantor Viti and an injured Cantor Krin'ze:

<Zerith-var runs towards the Manse and climbs up the stairs.>

Zerith-var: "Ziss'vo, this oviit dwelling! What an eyesore!"

<He then sees High Cantor Viti and Cantor Krin'ze.>

Zerith-var: "The young cantor! And the other one."

Cantor Krin'ze: "Viti! You've done enough. Let them help."

High Cantor Viti: "Do not touch her, necromancer!"

Zerith-var: "Are you injured, ja'rithantii? Let me tend to your wounds."

<A blue light appears in Zerith-var's hand and he begins healing Cantor Krin'ze.>

You can then speak with her to find out what happened at the manse, and also learn where the Inquistors got their information:

"Walker! I am relieved to see you alive. I thought I could trust my mentor with what I learned about Zerith-var, but she turned right around and told the Inquisitors!
Thank Azurah you managed to evade them. But I fear you arrived too late."

Too late for what? What happened after we left you at Claw's Strike?

"After you left, more Inquisitors rallied us for another incursion here at the Vile Manse. But it was even more of the same. The rest of our sisters were dragged away by that thing. That … Rajaska.
I failed them."

Dragged them where?

"To the undercroft beneath the Vile Manse. If my fellow Twilight Cantors are not dro-m'Athra already, they will be soon. And then they will be lost for good.
There is nothing that can be done."

Actually, we might be able to help. Let me talk to Zerith-var.

If spoken to afterwards:

"Please! Save my fellow cantors."

Speaking with Zerith-var, he will say this is what he meant for and agrees to go and rescue the trapped Twilight Cantors:

Zerith-var: "Shake the fear from your heart, ja'rithantii. We will see your cantors saved."

Cantor Krin'ze: "But the Rajaska! Do you have a death-wish?"

Zerith-var: "No. I have faith."

You find the dro-m'Athra in the Undercroft, and Ravith-morna will corrupt Cantor Zayabi when you reach them. While Zayabi-morna is slain, Zerith-var redeems her soul and you are able to rescue Cantor Cer'enza and Cantor Tharis-jo.

After you leave the Vile Manse, you will find Zerith-var apologising to Cantor Krin'ze for being unable to help any further:

Zerith-var: "I am sorry, rithantiin. I can cleanse your souls, but I am powerless to stop the corruption before it overtakes you."

Cantor Krin'ze: "This the Twilight Cantors can do. Quickly, Viti! Aid me!"

<High Cantor Viti and Cantor Krin'ze use their powers and Cantors Cer'enza and Tharis-jo are quickly cleansed.>

Speaking to her afterwards:

"Zayabi didn't make it?
You and Zerith-var saved who you could. Thank you, walker. I will write an ode to your bravery. Just after I finish a hymn in remembrance of Zayabi and Ta'khida."

After you have spoken with Zerith-var and gained him as a companion and completing the quest, you can speak with Cantor Krin'ze:

"Once we are through mourning, I will have plenty to say to High Cantor Viti. Sending those Inquisitors after you! If I had known she would betray my trust so, I would have told her nothing.
Wish me luck that I can make her see reason, walker."

What's next for you and the other Twilight Cantors?

"I hope we go back to our regular duties—wandering Elsweyr, answering summons, practicing songs, and tending to exorcisms.
But this business with the Rajaska and the Inquisitors … it feels like it has just begun."

Are you going to work with the Inquisitors again?

"If they press me, I will have no choice.
Do not worry. I won't tell them anything else about you and Zerith-var. I think I can convince the others you saved to do the same. Viti … is being unreasonable. I am sorry about that."

Zerith thinks you and the other Twilight Cantors are at risk of being hunted by the Rajaska.

"I supposed as much. Their leader can turn other Khajiit into dro-m'Athra with a swiftness unlike anything I have ever seen!
But with cantors, we become like her. Our voices turned into dark weapons. I never thought we could be twisted in such a way."

Are you going to warn other Twilight Cantors about this?

"I will certainly try. I would leave it to the high cantor, but I overheard her say she does not wish to cause my brothers and sisters to panic and neglect their duties.
But the cantors need to know!"

Are you going to tell people about Zerith-var?

"I want to tell people he can be trusted. That he truly was sent by Azurah. But it may take some convincing. And saying as much could get me in trouble with the Torval Curiata.
I will have to be careful with what I say, and I who I say it to."

Do you think our paths will cross again?

"Of course. If I learn something from the Inquisitors about the Rajaska, I will find a way to contact you and Zerith.
And I will try to research more on the Rajaska. Wish me luck."

Beyond a Veil of TwilightEdit

Once you have gain a friendly rapport with Zerith-var, he will tell he recently received a letter from Krin'ze. In it she asks to meet with you and him at the Redfur Trading Post in Grahtwood, though she does not give the reason why.

When you enter Redfur Trading Post, you will find Cantor Krin'ze outside the Tomb of Anahbi and she calls you over:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Bright moons! There you are. Over here!"

Zerith-var: "We came as quickly as we could, ja'rithantii."

Talk to her to see why she wanted to meet:

"I am relieved to see you both. I could not say much in my letter, just in case it was intercepted.
Izalgo, a cantor from my order, was tending to an exorcism nearby. An escort of Inquisitors accompanied him, but now they are all missing!"

What do you need us to do?

"Izalgo is not the first Twilight Cantor to disappear and the Inquisitor investigations go nowhere.
I risk much just talking to you. High Cantor Viti says the Inquisitors have forbidden all contact with you and Zerith-var. Especially Zerith-var."

Didn't High Cantor Viti tell the Inquisitors what we did at the Vile Manse?

"The enforcers of faith have a very specific definition of heresy. I am more concerned about cantors becoming dro-m'Athra than I am about changing minds.
Can you ask around about Izalgo? Perhaps someone here in the trading post saw where he went."

All right, we'll see if anyone saw Cantor Izalgo.

"Meet me behind the temple northwest of the trading post when you finish. Cantor Izalgo is a Cathay Khajiit with spotted fur and sweet brown eyes.
I suppose it seems too much to hope that he just ran off for a tryst with some honey-tongued local."

You can then ask her some more questions:

You said Cantor Izalgo isn't the first of your order to go missing?

"Normally, we cantors are a nomadic and solitary bunch. Easy prey for a Rajaska.
We correspond with each other often, trading songs and stories of our travels. But some of the other cantors have fallen silent. I fear the worst."

The other Twilight Cantors haven't been warned about the danger?

"It is hard to get word to every member of a group as scattered as ours. Besides, we cannot pause in our duties.
We exorcise dark spirits, but we cannot cleanse bent souls the way Zerith can. Namiira never sleeps."

What else can you tell me about Cantor Izalgo?

"Viti says they are, in their own way. They are intent on attacking the Rajaska, instead of defending those they prey upon.
I am sure they would get that done faster if they worked with you and Zerith. But nobody pays attention to my suggestions."

What else can you tell me about Cantor Izalgo?

"Izalgo is a little scatterbrained. I swear, he would lose his tail if it were not attached to his arse! And yet he always manages to keep track of that journal of his.
He has the most beautiful voice. I hope you get the chance to hear him sing."

How well do you know him?

"Well enough to know that if he has not replied to one of my letters, it means something is wrong.
We are more than just fellow cantors. I sang at his nephew's name-day. I really hope you can find him."

What were you doing before Cantor Izalgo disappeared?

"Plenty of field work, actually. Not all exorcisms. Tending to those in need, writing songs, singing whatever I wanted whenever I wished to.
Quite the change of pace from what I had been doing before all this."

Before? You mean before you were conscripted by the Inquisitors?

"Before that, even. I was sahida under High Cantor Viti. Her protege. We had a falling out. She refuses to see the good in what you and Zerith can do.
I am free to wander on my own now. Despite the risks, I plan to make the most of it."

You gave up being protege of High Cantor Viti because of me and Zerith?

"Viti is an exceptional mentor. But I could not remain with someone who ignored such an obvious sign from Azurah.
But she is not an Inquisitor. She may yet come around. I just hope that happens sooner rather than later."

After getting a lead directing you to Goldfolly, you find the Rajaska had killed or corrupted the Inquisitors accompanying Cantor Izalgo, who had been taken by them. You also find his journal which shows Izalgo had been lured there by Ravith-morna via his dreams. While you return to Cantor Krin'ze, you will be stopped by High Cantor Viti is also in town and she has no trust for Zerith-var or you.

As you approach Cantor Krin'ze, she will call you over and Zerith-var as you to talk to her:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Oh, you have returned. Thank Azurah!"

Zerith-var: "Tamiit, tell her what we found. I need to collect my thoughts."

Talk with Cantor Krin'ze and tell her what you found:

"I was about to come looking for you when High Cantor Viti found me.
She demanded to know what I was doing here. Do not worry. I did not mention either of you."

She knows we're here. We ran into her on our way to meet you.

"Ziss! Well, if it helps, I do not think she will send for the Inquisitors as long as I am with you. She worries about me. She just refuses to see reason where Zerith-var is concerned.
But what news do you bring? Did you find Cantor Izalgo?"

No, but we found his journal at Goldfolly. The inquisitors with him didn't make it.

"I am sorry about the Inquisitors, but my concern is for Izalgo. Let me see. Oh. Were the other cantors lured with dreams such as this? We have no defense against such darkness. No song that can cure such a summons.
We must stop this Ravith-morna."

We're at a dead end. I'm not sure where they would have taken Cantor Izalgo.

"Zerith knows about the Rajaska. Well, Zerith and perhaps the inquisitors. I do not need to tell you that they will not help us.
If only we could find Ravith-morna. Then maybe Zerith could save the cantors bent by her song."

Zerith battled Ravith-morna in the past.

"He knows her from his life before? Let us hear it from him, then.
Zerith, who was this Ravith before the darkness took her?"

Zerith-var will then comment:

Zerith-var: "I hoped we would not have to shed light on that chapter of my past."

Cantor Krin'ze: "Azurah sent you back for a reason. Could this not be it?"

Speaking to Krin'ze before Zerith-var:

"Your tamiit has gone awfully quiet, walker. You should see what holds his tongue and make him tell us about Ravith-morna."

Talking with Zerith-var he will struggle with talking about Ravith as she used to be, the memories are painful and fresh for him. He will suggest showing you his memories instead with a ritual, and Krin'ze will clarify what he means:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Zerith speaks of Jode's Light. West of Dune in Reaper's March. There is a ritual chamber at the back of the western atrium. For the ritual of Ku-ji'zho, yes?"

Zerith-var: "I am glad to hear it is still known in this time. You are welcome to travel with us, ja'rithantii."

Cantor Krin'ze: "I would not miss it! I will gather the components needed for this ritual and meet you there."

Speaking with Krin'ze before leaving:

"Ku-ji'zho! I have read about it but to see it performed! I will meet you at Jode's Light after I gather what we need for the ritual.
Do not worry. No dark dreams trouble me. And I know how to keep myself safe from danger on the roads."

When you enter the Ritual Chamber in Jode's Light, Cantor Krin'ze will be waiting for you:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Welcome! Khenarthi blessed me with swift travels and I have prepared the chamber. All we need now is the two of you."

Zerith-var: "Jode's love and S'rendarr's charity! Thank you, Krin'ze."

Zerith-var: "Tamiit, you will lead us through my past as we peer into the shadows of memory. Begin by igniting the braziers here."

Speaking with her before lighting the braziers:

"All is in readiness, walker. Do as Zerith said and ignite the two braziers."

After lighting the two braziers, you will need to join Cantor Krin'ze and Zerith-var in meditation. Talking with Cantor Krin'ze about this:

"We must meditate, walker. It is necessary for the ritual."

As you begin to meditate, you are pulled into Zerith-var's memory of the Shrine of the Hidden Moon where he first met Moon-Singer Ravith.

<Cantor Krin'ze runs into the room.>

Cantor Krin'ze: "This place, it is beautiful!"

Zerith-var: "We stand in the meditation chamber of the Hidden Moon temple, as it was in my youth. Tamiit, you will guide us. Touch the light of memory when you wish to proceed."

Speaking with Cantor Krin'ze before viewing the memory:

"How strange to see Zerith-var without his glowing eyes. And the way he holds himself. Very different from the Zerith we know now."

You will witness Zerith-var's and Ravith's first meeting. After speaking with Zerith-var about it, you will be pulled into his second memory of the Zhan Khaj Adeptorium, where he and Ravith are shown training.

Cantor Krin'ze: "Kra, look at the size of this place! Is this a training session?"

Zerith-var: "Just so. Years passed, and Ravith and I bonded deeply. With that depth came darkness."

If you talk to Krin'ze before viewing the second memory, she will comment:

"It seems young Zerith-var had quite a high opinion of himself.
I can see how someone like Ravith would have been good for him back then. Just as you are good for him now."

In the second memory, you will see Ravith and Zerith-var training in the Zhan Khaj Adeptorium and Zerith-var will explain that they became close in ways the Moon-singers and Hidden Moon would discourage. You then witness first time the Bent Dance touched them, with Ravith's new song obliterating the summoned Bone Goliath's body and soul completely which disturbs Zerith-var greatly.

Speaking to Cantor Krin'ze afterwards:

"That … that was … I do not have the words! Talk to Zerith and see what he has to say about what we just witnessed."

The last memory takes you to the Star Haven Adeptorium, where Cantor Krin'ze runs ahead until she reaches where Zerith-var and Moon-Singer Talbira are confronting Ravith-morna. Moon-Singer Talbira singing desperately as she somehow binds Ravith-morna in place, an injured Zerith-var will be lying on the ground nearby:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Ravith. She's … fallen to the darkness."

Zerith-var: "Fallen so far and so quickly, I was helpless to stop it. And I was ill-prepared to see to her end."

Speaking with Cantor Krin'ze before viewing the memory:

"What happened here … it chills me to my very soul!"

Viewing the memory, it shows Talbira pleading with Zerith to pick up his blade and slay the bound Ravith-morna. The memory abruptly ends when Zerith-var becomes too distressed to continue. After talking to Zerith-var you return to the real world:

Cantor Krin'ze: "We have left the memories? Azurah be praised!"

Zerith-var: "I could not witness any more. Talk to Krin'ze, tamiit."

At Zerith-var's request you talk to Krin'ze to go over what you learnt:

"Back at the trading post, I thought Zerith's concern was misplaced. But now ….
I am glad he ended that last memory where he did. I feel shaken. Cold. Like we just saw the face of Namiira herself."

From what we did see, do you have any idea what we should do next?

"Hmm. From what we saw, Ravith-morna was just as powerful then, as she is now. But Moon-Singer Talbira used a song to hold her in place.
A song strong enough to hold the first Rajaska. If I could somehow learn that song …."

Do the Twlight Cantors have any record of such a song?

"If we did, it would be nothing but dust now. Most Moon-Singer songs were purged following the Riddle'Thar epiphany.
But there is a place in Rimmen Necropolis. The Tomb of the Moon-Singers. Perhaps we could speak with Talbira herself there."

You want to speak with Moon-Singer Talbira's spirit?

"Zerith can invite forward the dead, yes? If he calls forth Moon-Singer Talbira, she could share her song with me. A song that can hold fast even the first Rajaska.
We have to do something to save the other Twilight Cantors. This could be it."

Let's see what Zerith thinks.

Zerith-var agrees to the idea and opens a portal to the Rimmen Necropolis, you can speak with Krin'ze before you leave:

"Portal travel? I have rarely used such magic. Still, I am with you and Zerith to the end, walker. Let us step through it and see what awaits us in the necropolis."

Something we saw in the ritual bothered you, didn't it?

"That song we saw Ravith sing. You remember. Zerith was horrified when it destroyed the construct he called forth.
It struck me because we Twilight Cantors try to exorcise darkness from a bending soul. If we cannot, we banish them, as Ravith did."

You never saw that as a problem before.

"I did not know there was any other way! We can stop a soul from bending. Our songs may even have saved Ravith before she became Ravith-morna.
But we cannot do what Zerith does. No one can. Not these days."

Why do you think he didn't free Ravith from the darkness?

"He loved her, walker. I imagine he tried. But no amount of love can force someone to seek redemption. You must want it for yourself.
Ravith prayed for power, sought it from whoever was listening. It seems Namiira answered her call."

Once inside Rimmen Necropolis:

Zerith-var: "My moonclaw. It senses Daedra and unquiet undead."

Zerith-var: "The tomb is much deeper in, to the east. We will carve a path for you, Krin'ze."

Cantor Krin'ze: "Oh—all right. Azurah guide you both."

Talking to Cantor Krin'ze before leaving:

"Zerith-var seems overly protective. I suppose I cannot blame him. Not after what we saw in his memories."

Once you reach the entrance to the Tomb of the Moon-Singers:

Zerith-var: "There is the door to the crypt. Now that it is safe, let us send for Krin'ze."

<Cantor Krin'ze catches up to you.>

Cantor Krin'ze: "No need. I am here."

Zerith-var: "You followed us, ja'rithantii?"

Cantor Krin'ze: "The Hidden Moon and the ancient Moon-Singers worked together, yes?"

Cantor Krin'ze: "If I am to learn their songs, I should walk as they did. Now, shall we enter?"

After entering the Tomb of the Moon-Singers:

"This is a holy place. Can you not feel it, walker?"

In the Moon-Singer's Cinerarium, you will find a large urn and a stone tablet titled In Memory of Moon-Singer Talbira. Cantor Krin'ze and Zerith-var walk towards the urn and Zerith will want you to check it first. Once the Urn's owner is confirmed, Zerith-var will begin the ritual but something unexpected occurs:

Zerith-var: "Moon-Singer Talbira, I beseech you …. Azurah's light!"

<As Zerith-var speaks, Moon-Singer Talbira's spirit coalesces above the jar, only for it to become a golden ball of light that enters Cantor Krin'ze.>

Cantor Krin'ze: "My head! Such pain!"

Cantor Krin'ze: "What is happening?"

<Cantor Krin'ze will be surrounded with a gold aura and her eyes glow with the same light.>

Speak with Krin'ze to see what is going on:

"Moon-Singer Talbira, I saw her spirit and then ….
The pain. I did not imagine it, did I? Her spirit … collided with mine?"

I'm not sure. You screamed in pain. Are you injured?

"No, the pain only lasted a moment and then it passed. But I do feel strange. Like remembering something I never knew I forgot.
Like the song. Talbira's song. I know it! Bright moons, I can hear it!"

I don't understand.

"Moon-Singer Talbira taught it to me. Or rather, she does not need to. She is here! She has always been here. She ….
Wait. Do you feel that? Something is coming."

That doesn't sound good.

Cantor Krin'ze runs further into the room and stops as Izalgo-morna appears:

Cantor Krin'ze: "A rising darkness. Do you feel it? Oh no … Izalgo?"

Cantor Krin'ze: "No! Cantor Izalgo has fallen!"

Zerith-var: "Krin'ze, use this portal. Go! We will deal with Izalgo-morna."

<Cantor Krin'ze runs into the poral that is opened.>

After you defeat Izalgo-morna, you can enter the portal back to the Tomb of Zerith-var where Cantor Krin'ze has been waiting for you:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Thank Azurah! I was about to come after you. I know Talbira's song! I could have helped."

Zerith-var: "Izalgo's soul is at peace. Save your voice for when we face Ravith-morna."

You can talk to Krin'ze about what happened:

"Izalgo. My poor friend. May his voice join the chorus of our brothers and sisters in the Sands Behind the Stars.
In a way, his disappearance led us to Moon-Singer Talbira. Oh, I wish he was still here. I have so much I want to tell him."

What happened to you back at Rimmen Necropolis?

"Moon-Singer Talbira's spirit entered my soul. I saw, I am still seeing, so very much. Glimpses of a life I do not recognize. From an age I never knew.
And I hear it. Talbira's song. As though I have known it my whole life."

So Moon-Singer Talbira possessed you?

"This is like no possession. At least, not one I have ever seen. It is hard to tell where she ends and I begin now. She does not seek to control me. Just … teach me.
She gives freely. Of her songs, her knowledge. And … a message."

What message?

"Forgiveness cannot abide when truth festers in shadow. I shall have to meditate on her meaning. Perhaps it is a mindset I can use to practice Talbira's song.
You should speak to Zerith, walker. I think he has need of his tamiit."

All right. I'll talk to Zerith.

You can continue talking to her and ask questions:

"My soul and that of Moon-Singer Talbira's … are they the same now? Am I her? Is she me?
I would ask to travel with you and Zerith, but I have so much to figure out now. So much to practice and learn."

Are you sure you're all right?

"You know me, yes? You need to trust me right now. I am an exorcist. I know the signs of dark spirits.
The things the Void whispers, tempting us into darkness. I sense nothing like that from Talbira."

Has Talbira showed you anything else?

"It's hard for her to show me anything right now. And yet I can't shake the feeling that our souls are deeply connected.
I'll have to go looking for myself. Remembering things from a life I didn't know I lived is … very strange."

You're taking this very well.

"I am a bit overwhelmed. But with your help we have found a song that can stop Ravith-morna.
And I've made a deep connection with one of my ancient sisters. I am awed by the grace of Azurah. And ready to sing."

What was Talbira's message, again?

"Forgiveness cannot abide while truth festers in shadow.
Mysterious, isn't it? There must be some reason for shrouding her exact meaning from me. I'm eager to discover it for myself!"

What do you think it means?

"It certainly seems … feels? As if it has something to do with Zerith and Ravith-morna.
He works to forgive and redeem fallen souls. Perhaps some truth must still be revealed before he can forgive her for what she's done."

What's next for you?

"I know Talbira's song. Now I need to practice. I'll also see if I can teach it to other Twilight Cantors.
I just hope nobody asks too many questions about how I learned it. Especially the Inquisitors."

What will you tell the Inquisitors if they end up questioning you?

"That I wrote the song myself. If Talbira's soul has been reborn in me … well. That's not really a lie, is it?
I won't mention you and Zerith, don't worry."

Paths Out Of DarknessEdit

After you reach Close rapport with Zerith-var, he will approach you after receiving a letter from High Cantor Viti to meet in Pa'alat. He is suspicious of this, and so decides to meet with Cantor Krin'ze in Dune to ask her opinion.

You will find Cantor Krin'ze awaiting you on the outskirts of Dune, with the ghostly Ja'kh at her side:

Cantor Krin'ze: "Over here, tamiiti!"

Zerith-var: "Thank you for meeting us, ja'rithantii. Tamiit, you know what we seek. Speak while I keep watch."

Speakn with her about the situation and get her thoughts on the matter:

"How sweet to see this little spirit cat again. Ja'kh, yes?
We should keep this reunion brief, walker. The Inquisitors see you as the cause of the Rajaska outbreak. They have forbidden all contact. At the urging of High Cantor Viti, perhaps?"'

That's what we wanted to ask you about. High Cantor Viti asked to meet with Zerith and me.

"She did? And you suspect a trap? The Viti that served as my mentor would never lure someone in like that. Even someone she considered an enemy. But … things have certainly changed in our time apart.
Where did she suggest you meet?"

At an abandoned camp southwest of Pa'alat.

"Pa'alat? The town just west of here?
Listen. Inquisitors are not known for their subtlety. If this meeting is really a trap, their presence would not be difficult to spot. I suggest you ask around Pa'alat and see what people are talking about."

All right. We'll head to Pa'alat and see if anyone has noticed any Inquisitors in the area.

Before you leave, you can ask Cantor Krin'ze more questions:

"I would accompany you to Pa'alat if I could, but I should keep my distance. It will only spell trouble if we're spotted together by the Inquisitors.
In the meantime, Ja'kh can keep me company, yes?"

Anything else we should know about High Cantor Viti?

"High Cantor. Such titles these Inquisitors inflicted upon us.
Viti always said it didn't matter what they called us, or what fancy uniforms they made us wear. She said we were all facing the same enemy, so we had to work together."

Didn't Zerith say something similar to her at the Vile Manse?

"Just so. She is not used to others standing up to her like that. I would have myself, but I never had reason to. Until Zerith came along.
Viti has a good heart, walker. It saddens me to see her led astray by the Inquisitors."

How is the moon-singer's song coming along?

"I am close to getting Talbira's song just right. She feels like a part of me I never knew was there. But the Inquisitors keep us busy. Be glad you have not been pressed into service!
Still, I wish I could tell Viti about it. I miss her guidance."

After you finish your conversation, Zerith-var will say farewell and leaves Ja'kh with Krin'ze before you head to Pa'alat.

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