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Quick Answer
Talk to the crying nun, ride to the healer’s house, then use Nature’s Grasp to clear the burning doorway and carry Marten out before the timer runs out. You have 2 minutes — it’s tight but doable if you go straight in.
The rescue section catches people off guard because the timer starts immediately after the cutscene. Knowing what to do before you get there makes it stress-free.
Quest Overview
- Region: Hernand — Goldleaf Tradepost
- Chapter: 2 — Golden Greed / The End of Greed
- Requirement: The Dark Veil completed
- Rewards: Coins, Abyss Artifact x1
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Step 1: Speak to the Nun
Head to the map marker and talk to the crying nun on the road. She’s hard to miss — just follow the objective.
Before you leave this area, check the shrine behind her. There’s a Sealed Abyss Artifact sitting there with the challenge Sword of Trials III. Easy to walk straight past if you’re focused on the quest marker.
Step 2: Ride to the Healer’s House
The healer is located south of the Nas River near Unicorn Cliff. Ride to the marker in Windland Heights. A cutscene triggers automatically when you get close enough.
Step 3: Rescue Marten from the Burning Building
After the cutscene you march toward the burning building automatically. A 2 minute timer starts immediately — move fast.
Use Nature’s Grasp on the two giant logs blocking the doorway to clear the entrance. Once inside, head to the back right of the building — Marten is lying on the floor there. Pick him up and carry him outside to the group.
The controls for Nature’s Grasp and picking up Marten will be prompted on screen so you won’t be fumbling for buttons.
GameNautica Tips / Common Mistakes
Grab the Sealed Abyss Artifact behind the nun before riding off. It’s sitting on a shrine right behind her and contains the Sword of Trials III challenge. Most players miss it completely because they head straight for the next marker after the dialogue ends.
The 2 minute timer starts the moment the cutscene ends. Don’t stand around after it plays — go straight for the door. Clear the logs first with Nature’s Grasp, then push to the back right for Marten.
Go straight to the back right of the building. Players waste time searching the wrong areas. Marten is specifically in the back right corner — don’t zigzag looking for him.
Start preparing for Hornsplitter. This questline is building toward a boss fight. Stock up on Palmer Pills now — check our Palmer Pill Recipe Guide for locations and how to craft them.
Pain Point
The timer on the rescue feels brutal when you don’t know what’s coming. With the logs blocking the entrance and no clear indication where Marten is, first attempts often fail. Go in knowing: clear the door with Nature’s Grasp, back right corner for Marten, carry him straight out. Two minutes is enough if you don’t hesitate.
FAQ
How long do I have to rescue Marten? 2 minutes from the moment the cutscene ends.
What is Nature’s Grasp and how do I use it? It’s an ability used to move large objects. The button prompt appears on screen when you approach the logs — just follow the prompt.
What is the Sealed Abyss Artifact behind the nun? It’s a collectible sitting on a shrine directly behind the crying nun. Interacting with it unlocks the Sword of Trials III challenge.
What quest comes after The Flames of Greed? Kidnapped Healer starts immediately after this quest completes.
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