Manqu is an open-world NPC located in Tequemecan Valley, Natlan. He is a Researcher for the Saurian Relics Association who specializes in past tribal customs.[1]
Location[]
Profile[]
Manqu is a member of the Saurian Relics Association. When the Traveler, Paimon and Little One ran into him while exploring Natlan, Manqu greeted them before noticing that the Little One had the Flamelord's Blessing and explained it to the Traveler, asking that they give it to the Children of Echoes so it could be "dealt" with. The Traveler, understanding the underlying meaning behind his words, refused to, not wanting to abandon their companion. Seeing their resolve, Manqu instead pointed out another way they could remove the mark; by making a pilgrimage to the volcano and washing the name remembered by Fallen Dragon to remove the blessing.
Manqu would later ask Pacal for his permission to head to the volcano, but Pacal refused, as many others had attempted but failed the trials, losing their lives in the process. The Traveler, Paimon and Little One arrived, and seeing their resolve, Pacal decided to give them his permission after a brief duel. Manqu would remain behind while the three explored the volcano, coming out with a Golden Entreaty. Manqu was shocked to see a Golden Entreaty, as they were believed to be nonexistent. The Traveler then mentioned Ochkanatlan; Manqu caught the term and explained that it was an ancient city north of the Flower-Feather Clan. He could not help them regarding the city, as both his tribe and the Saurian Relic Association forbade entering it due to an incident several years with the Association where a team went missing when they were commissioned to investigate it. Manqu later bade farewell to the trio to record his thoughts on the Golden Entreaty, wishing them luck on removing the Flamelord's Blessing.
Quests and Events[]
World Quests
Dialogue[]
- (Talk to Manqu again after starting Rite of the Bold)
- Manqu: Oh, hello. How have you been lately?
- Manqu: Or is there something you would like to confirm?
About the Flamelord's Blessing...
- Manqu: The Flamelord's Blessing... Some hold that it is a kind of atavism, because everyone has always been convinced that this power must stem from a deeper, ancestral source.
- Manqu: Yet, according to the Saurian Relics Association's records, these young Saurians that bear this mark are wracked by uncontrollable forces that rise within their bodies as they grow...
- Manqu: This power rips and tears their bodies, turning them into something altogether different from regular Saurians... It drives them berserk, and causes them to lose their sanity.
- Manqu: The best example is Holawaqa, the Qucusaur tyrant... It is said that it once had the Flamelord's Blessing bestowed upon it.
- How would the tribe "deal with the matter," again?
- Manqu: They would send him back to the Night Kingdom, for while he could perhaps never gain the acceptance of the dragons or the Night Kingdom while he lives...
- Manqu: ...Once he has left this world, he will without doubt return to the embrace of the night. This may seem cold, yet there he would be reunited with the souls of all beings...
- Manqu: Forgive my presumption, but perhaps that too might be seen as a form of kindness.
- Any clues about the token?
- Manqu: Some, but... I need to find someone who can confirm them. Later on, perhaps you'll find me over with Pacal, leader of the Children of Echoes.
- Manqu: He might look a little... over the top, perhaps, but in all frankness, he's more reliable than the most solid of crystals.
I have no more questions. Goodbye!
- Manqu: Your visits are always welcome, friend.
Trivia[]
- Manqu is implied to in fact be Waxaklahun Ubah Kan in disguise considering both Manqu's name being mentioned in the Recordkeeping Secret Source Sentinel and his "brother" Titu being another strong candidate for one of the Dragon Sage's disguises.[2]
Etymology[]
- Manqu means "base" or "foundation" in many Quechuan languages. It is also the name of the first founder of the Inca Civilization in Cusco, Manqu Qhapaq.
Other Languages[]
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Manqu |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 曼科 Mànkē |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 曼科 Mànkē |
| Japanese | マンク Manku |
| Korean | 망코 Mangko |
| Spanish | Manqu |
| French | Manqu |
| Russian | Манку Manku |
| Thai | Manqu |
| Vietnamese | Manqu |
| German | Manqu |
| Indonesian | Manqu |
| Portuguese | Manco |
| Turkish | Manqu |
| Italian | Manqu |
Change History[]
References[]
- ↑ NPC Idle Quote: Natlan
- ↑ Interactable: Recordkeeping Secret Source Sentinel