PoE The Marooned Mariner quest

Optional Quest: Act 1

In Path of Exile (PoE), "The Marooned Mariner" is an optional quest in Act 1 that introduces you to the enigmatic and treacherous Captain Fairgraves. Once a renowned explorer, Fairgraves is now a spectral figure haunting the Ship Graveyard, seeking a powerful artifact known as the Allflame. Your task is to assist Fairgraves in recovering the Allflame, but as with many things in Wraeclast, all is not as it seems. Completing this quest rewards you with a valuable Passive Skill Point. This guide will walk you through the steps to successfully complete "The Marooned Mariner."

Quest Overview

  • Quest Name: The Marooned Mariner
  • NPCs: Captain Fairgraves, Bestel
  • Objective: Recover the Allflame and deal with Captain Fairgraves
  • Act: 1 (Optional quest that provides additional lore and rewards)
  • Final Reward: 1 Passive Skill Point

Step 1: Find Captain Fairgraves

The quest begins when you search the Ship Graveyard, a desolate area filled with shipwrecks and the remnants of past maritime adventures. As you explore, you will encounter Captain Fairgraves, a ghostly figure who requests your help in retrieving the Allflame, a mythical lantern that once belonged to him.

Objective:

  • Search the Ship Graveyard for Captain Fairgraves.

Area:

  • The Ship Graveyard: A haunted coastal area filled with undead enemies and sunken ships.

NPC Dialogue:

  • Captain Fairgraves (A Swig of Hope): "Look at the sheen on that plum. Is it not the most delectable fruit that you’ve ever seen? No? Perhaps the gloss of hope is for my eyes only."

Step 2: Find the Allflame

Captain Fairgraves informs you that the Allflame is hidden somewhere in the Ship Graveyard, specifically within the Ship Graveyard Cave. Your next task is to locate this cave and retrieve the Allflame. The cave can be found by exploring the Ship Graveyard thoroughly.

Objective:

  • Search the Ship Graveyard Cave to find the Allflame.

Area:

  • The Ship Graveyard Cave: A hidden cave within the Ship Graveyard where the Allflame is located.

Tips for Searching:

  • Be Thorough: The Ship Graveyard Cave may be tucked away, so make sure to explore the entire Ship Graveyard area.
  • Prepare for Combat: The cave is guarded by undead creatures, so be ready to fight your way to the Allflame.

Step 3: Bring the Allflame to Fairgraves

After retrieving the Allflame, return to Captain Fairgraves in the Ship Graveyard. However, upon giving him the Allflame, you discover that Fairgraves has nefarious intentions. Rather than thanking you, Fairgraves reveals that the Allflame requires life force to be kindled, and he intends to use yours.

Objective:

  • Bring the Allflame to Fairgraves in the Ship Graveyard.

NPC Dialogue:

  • Captain Fairgraves (Thank You): "Oh, you want your moment in the firelight now, do you? Unfortunately, necessity is what it is, and for the Allflame to give life it must first be kindled with life. And since suitable kindling is in short supply around these parts, I have little option but to make do with what I have. Namely, you."

Step 4: Kill Captain Fairgraves

Fairgraves attacks you after revealing his true intentions, transforming into a powerful spectral enemy. Your task is to defeat him to put an end to his malevolent plans. The fight against Fairgraves can be challenging, so be prepared for a tough battle.

Objective:

  • Kill Captain Fairgraves.

Tips for the Fight:

  • Avoid His Spectral Attacks: Fairgraves uses spectral attacks that can deal significant damage. Keep moving and avoid standing still for too long.
  • Focus on Fairgraves: While other enemies may spawn during the fight, focus your attacks on Fairgraves to end the battle quickly.

Step 5: Return to Bestel for Your Reward

After defeating Fairgraves, return to Lioneye’s Watch and speak with Bestel. He will express relief that Fairgraves has been dealt with and will reward you with a Skill Book, granting you one Passive Skill Point. This point can be used to further develop your character’s abilities on the Passive Skill Tree.

Objective:

  • Talk to Bestel in Lioneye’s Watch for your reward.

Bestel’s Dialogue:

  • Captain Fairgraves: "Fairgraves was a good man, a fine explorer. He opened the door to many a new world, for better or for worse. Usually for worse when it came to the natives. There’s some peace in the knowledge that he now rests where he should. Let’s not speak of Fairgraves again, shall we? He was an inspiration to many. Would be a shame to spoil a good hero."

Step 6: Use the Skill Book for a Passive Skill Point

After receiving the Skill Book from Bestel, use it to gain your Passive Skill Point. This point can be spent at any time, allowing you to enhance your character’s attributes, skills, or defenses according to your build strategy.

Objective:

  • Use the Skill Book to gain one Passive Skill Point.

Step 7: Quest Complete

With Captain Fairgraves defeated and the Allflame’s threat neutralized, "The Marooned Mariner" quest is complete. You have earned a Passive Skill Point, which will help you on your journey through Wraeclast.

Objective:

  • Quest Complete – You have slain Fairgraves. Bestel has rewarded you with one Passive Skill Point.

Final Thoughts

"The Marooned Mariner" quest adds depth to the lore of Path of Exile, offering a glimpse into the tragic fate of Captain Fairgraves. By completing this quest, you not only secure a Passive Skill Point but also put to rest a restless spirit that might have caused further harm. As you continue your journey through Wraeclast, remember that every quest offers an opportunity to learn more about this dark and mysterious world while growing stronger.

Good luck, Exile, and may your adventures on the Ship Graveyard and beyond be filled with powerful rewards and unforgettable encounters!

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