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How do I convince Skraelos to send the alliance armies back to Chedian?
  • 1 of 6: Talk to him.
  • 2 of 6: He's the grim reaper-looking guy.
  • 3 of 6: Agree to light the Six Fires of Penance.
  • 4 of 6: You'll be teleported to The Afterworld, where the actual fire lighting takes place. See its section for details.
  • 5 of 6: When you complete the last task, you'll be teleported back here.
  • 6 of 6: Talk to Skraelos one last time to get him to release your armies.