Staging the Legend

Staging the Legend
Information
Quest giver	Hiccup
Prerequisites	Complete The New Student
Location suggested	New Berk
Rewards	45 150 Adventurer XP 75 Treat 250 Dragon Bonding XP 50 UDT Points
Quest Flow
Previous	The Golden Migration
Next	The Legend of Baldr

Hiccup

In years past, we have put together stage performances to celebrate the season of Snoggletog. This year, Fishlegs has kindly stepped up to select and direct the show! He was asking if you were interested in helping out. If so, meet him over by the new stage!

1 - Take a look at the empty stage with Fishlegs

Fishlegs

It's so empty, this stage. But that means there are so many possibilities! I’ve chosen the play: we will be doing the Legend of Baldr, a yule-time favorite. If you’re not familiar, don’t worry, it’s a fun story. In a nutshell, the story goes that Baldr was immune to damage, protected by the magic of the goddess Frigg. He was showing off; his immunity was a game. Loki was jealous and wanted to teach a lesson. He figures out a loophole: the forgotten, little Mistletoe can harm him, and, spoiler – Baldr dies. In the end, though, Frigg’s tears grant Mistletoe healing powers, and it’s used to bring Baldr back, instead of to harm or divide the gods further. Yule is a time of rebirth and peace. So! We need actors to fill the roles, and we need to create a set for the masterpiece here on this stage!

2 - Ask Snotlout to play a role

Snotlout

Oh, the legend of Baldr! He’s the favorite golden god. I’d be happy to star in your show.

Fishlegs

Great! Next up is the role of the goddess Frigg. In the story, she ---

Ruffnut

Me, me! Ask me!

3 - Ask Ruffnut to play a role

Ruffnut

Hi [your Viking's name]. Frigg is awesome, I’m in.

Fishlegs

Wow, thanks for the enthusiasm, Ruffnut! Next, we need our villain: we need Loki. Let’s ask Tuffnut.

4 - Ask Tuffnut to play a role

Tuffnut

Act in your play? I mean, it’s interfering in my busy schedule, but I think I can slot this in. Maybe.

Fishlegs

I guess that’ll have to do. I was expecting more excitement, I wonder what’s eating Tuffnut. Anyway, we need Loki’s unwitting assistant, someone that’s good with a bow, now. Please ask Dagur if he'd mind playing the role of Hod. We also need a blunt arrow or spear that won't harm Snotlout for him to use. After all, in the story, Hod has to hit Baldr!

5 - Ask Dagur to play a role

Dagur

I'm a fan of the idea of hitting Snotlout with blunt arrows. BUT! We have to find some mistletoe! It's not worth doing if it's not accurate! After you find mistletoe, take it to Gobber, he can make the arrow you want. Remember, Mistletoe grows up in trees, so don’t be looking at the ground. It's a parasite, eatin' the trees, so pick away!

6 - Find some Mistletoe for Dagur (6)

Note: Head over to Zippleback Island to find them.

!

That seems like enough. It is time to bring the Mistletoe back to Gobber.

7 - Bring Mistletoe to Gobber

Gobber

A blunted weapon made of mistletoe... This must be for the Legend of Baldr! Ye need a weapon for the stage, eh, lad/lassie? I got yer back, this'll be nice'n harmless. That stage is mighty empty, what’s the plan for the decorations? If ye bring some more wood, we can make some other props to spice up yer empty stage. Some hunks of fresh wood from the wilderness'll do nicely.

8 - Collect wood by chopping trees in the Wilderness (30)

Note: There's a bundle of 3 trees in front of the Stage and to the left of the Stables' entrance, just behind Tuffnut's house. With enough positioning, you should be able to cut them down without requiring too much movement. You need a total of 15 trees to cut down so all you need to do is cut down that bundle 5 times.

!

That’s thirty logs. That seems like a lot. Now to bring them back to Gobber.

9 - Bring the excessive pile of wood to Gobber

Gobber

I'll set to work right away to carve some mighty fine set dressin’! Still, ye need to give me some time! Maybe check in with Fishlegs about what else ya got to do?

10 - Talk to Fishlegs

Fishlegs

I'm actually not sure anyone will come to our play. Maybe that’s just the nerves talking. What can we do to help entice them? Ummmm. How about we coax them by providing snacks and drinks? Astrid’s the best when it comes to organizing yule feasts. Can you see if she’ll help us out?

11 - Talk with Astrid about food and drinks

Astrid

I’m excited to see the play, but a refreshment table is a great addition to any show. Here's some Yaknog and cookies to put out. That should get you some interest!

Fishlegs

How kind of Astrid! Let’s put them out on the tables by the audience area.

12 - Put the snacks out

Fishlegs

Yaknog might not be a favorite, but the savory pies always are a hit. Those should help! Thor’s beard, there’s still so much to do. I'm still trying to work on the script. Ummmm... Can you see how far Gobber is with our props?

13 - Check with Gobber

Gobber

Well, this was a bit o’ a rush job, but I’ve made some trees and bits, and the mistletoe arrow. Not just blunt: I padded the tip for extra safety. Here's some trees. I'll bring the rest by ter the stage, plus some other props ye might want to use!

Fishlegs

That’s a relief, Gobber’s made a forest, huh? Set them up on the stage!

14 - Place the props on the stage

Fishlegs

That's looking good. Oh hey, Hiccup! We’re setting up the stage! All the real credit goes to [your Viking's name] and Gobber, though, for making these great props.

Hiccup

Fishlegs, [your Viking's name], would you like a bit of golden sparkle added to your set? This Golden Dragon has been very happy to add a golden glow to all sorts of things!

15 - Click on the Golden Dragon by the stage

Cutscene: Golden Dragon walking up to the stage and glitter split over it, giving a sparkly touch to the stage.

Fishlegs

Wow! That’ll really enhance our play. Let me know when you’re ready to do the performance, [your Viking's name]!

Snotlout

Speak for yourself, it’s up my nose!