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Onderduiker: Added Diablo II Tomb of Knowledge link and reference for Tomb symbols image

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Added Diablo II Tomb of Knowledge link and reference for Tomb symbols image

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First revision

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−	*Quest log will also show symbol of true [[Tal Rasha's Tomb]], so it can be found among seven tombs whose entrances are found along northwest and northeast walls of Canyon ~~(previously, symbol of true tomb could only by deduced by identifying missing symbol from six floating above Horazon's Journal platform)~~.	+	*Quest log will also show symbol of true [[Tal Rasha's Tomb]], so it can be found among seven tombs whose entrances are found along northwest and northeast walls of Canyon.

		+	[[File:Tomb symbols.png\|center\|frame\|Position of symbols around edge of waypoint indicates direction to travel to find corresponding tomb. [https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index.php?/forums/topic/87445-a-compilation-of-map-layouts/&do=findComment&comment=1074060] [http://www.d2tomb.com/act_ii_quests.shtml]]]

−	[[File:~~Tomb symbols~~.png\|center\|frame\|~~Position of~~ symbols ~~around edge~~ of ~~waypoint indicates direction to travel to find corresponding tomb. [https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index~~.~~php?/forums/topic/87445-~~a~~-compilation-~~of~~-map-layouts/&do=findComment&comment=1074060] [http://www.d2tomb.com/act_ii_quests~~.~~shtml]~~]]	+	* The symbol of true tomb can also be deduced by identifying the missing symbol from six floating one above Horazon's Journal platform. This hint can be used when one wants to find and kill Duriel again after completing this quest - it's easier to explore (at most) 4 static paths in the Arcane Sanctuary and then only one tomb rather than (at most) all the 7 tombs with random layouts.
		+
		+	[[File:The Summoner (boss).png\|center\|frame\|The symbols of false Tal Rasha tombs. The missing one, in this case a circle with an arc below, is the symbol of the true Tal Rasha's tomb.]]

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-[[File:Tomb symbols.png|center|frame|Position of symbols around edge of waypoint indicates direction to travel to find corresponding tomb. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=36294&view=findpost&p=384837] [http://www.d2tomb.com/act_ii_quests.shtml]]]
+[[File:Tomb symbols.png|center|frame|Position of symbols around edge of waypoint indicates direction to travel to find corresponding tomb. [https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index.php?/forums/topic/87445-a-compilation-of-map-layouts/&do=findComment&comment=1074060] [http://www.d2tomb.com/act_ii_quests.shtml]]]
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 *Although he is alone, character is trapped in a small chamber with him and can only escape by casting Town Portal: overcoming him can be one of the greatest challenges faced in Normal, particularly for fragile ranged attackers and casters.
-*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be [[block]]ed), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] [[1.09]], at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
+*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be [[block]]ed), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] [[1.09]], at the very least. [https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index.php?/forums/topic/120405-charging-monsters/&do=findComment&comment=1492724]
 *Since all his active attacks are [[melee]] and apply physical damage, returning [[damage]] using [[Thorns]], [[Iron Maiden]], [[Iron Golem]] thorns or [[Spirit of Barbs]] can be a useful strategy (at least in Normal, where he is most dangerous), particularly if target is [[mercenary]] (to which he applies 200% damage) or [[pet]] (to which he applies 400% damage).
 *Once he is defeated, exit in northwest wall opens and allows remainder of Tal Rasha's Chamber to be explored. Travel northeast to find and talk to [[Tyrael]].
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 ==Reference==
-*[http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=36294 A Compilation of Map Layouts] (Technical Discussion)
+*[https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index.php?/forums/topic/87445-a-compilation-of-map-layouts/ A Compilation of Map Layouts] (D2 Technical)
-*[http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494 Charging Monsters] (Technical Discussion)
+*[https://www.theamazonbasin.com/forums/index.php?/forums/topic/120405-charging-monsters/ Charging Monsters] (D2 Technical)
 *Patty Beauregard, [http://www.d2tomb.com/act_ii_quests.shtml Act II Quests] (Diablo II Tomb of Knowledge)

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 |Objective=Find and explore [[Tal Rasha's Tomb]]<br>Kill [[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]]
 |Area=Tal Rasha's Tomb and [[Tal Rasha's Chamber]]
-|Item=[[Horadric Staff|{{Ub|=Horadric Staff}}]]
+|Item=[[The Horadric Staff#Horadric Staff|{{Ub|=Horadric Staff}}]]
 |Reward=Quest drop from {{Ub|=Duriel}} and access to [[Act 3]]
 }}
-{{U|=I have heard of your many deeds of skill and bravery. I feel I can trust you with something I have been hesitant to speak of...}}
+{{Ub|=I have heard of your many deeds of skill and bravery. I feel I can trust you with something I have been hesitant to speak of...}}
-{{U|=Drognan and I have concluded that the Dark Wanderer who passed through here recently was Diablo, himself! Drognan believes that Diablo is searching the desert for the secret tomb where the great Horadric mage, Tal Rasha, keeps Baal imprisoned.}}
+{{Ub|=Drognan and I have concluded that the Dark Wanderer who passed through here recently was Diablo, himself! Drognan believes that Diablo is searching the desert for the secret tomb where the great Horadric mage, Tal Rasha, keeps Baal imprisoned.}}
-{{U|=You must find Diablo and put an end to the terrible evil that has fallen upon our city. Drognan is wise and is sure to have some helpful advice for you as to how Tal Rasha's tomb may be found.}}
+{{Ub|=You must find Diablo and put an end to the terrible evil that has fallen upon our city. Drognan is wise and is sure to have some helpful advice for you as to how Tal Rasha's tomb may be found.}}
-{{U|=It may take you quite some time to find The Tomb. May you be ready when you do.}} - Jerhyn
+{{Ub|=It may take you quite some time to find The Tomb. May you be ready when you do.}}
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 ==Objective==
-[[File:Tal Rasha's Tomb.png|center|frame|Orifice in which [[Horadric Staff|{{Ub|=Horadric Staff}}]] must be placed to reveal and open hidden entrance to [[Tal Rasha's Chamber]] in northwest wall.]]
+[[File:Tal Rasha's Tomb.png|center|frame|Orifice in which [[The Horadric Staff#Horadric Staff|{{Ub|=Horadric Staff}}]] must be placed to reveal and open hidden entrance to [[Tal Rasha's Chamber]] in northwest wall.]]
-*Components of {{Ub|=Horadric Staff}} and [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]] needed to restore it should have been collected while completing mandatory [[The Horadric Staff]] quest: if it has not already been restored, do so now and place it in orifice to finally complete earlier quest and gain access to Tal Rasha's Chamber.
+*Components of {{Ub|=Horadric Staff}} and [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]] needed to restore it should have been collected during the mandatory completion of [[the Horadric Staff]]: if it has not already been restored, do so now and place it in orifice to finally complete earlier quest and gain access to Tal Rasha's Chamber.
 *Before entering, it is advisable to cast Town Portal and make sure character is prepared for battle...
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 *Although he is alone, character is trapped in a small chamber with him and can only escape by casting Town Portal: overcoming him can be one of the greatest challenges faced in Normal, particularly for fragile ranged attackers and casters.
-*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be [[block]]ed), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] 1.09, at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
+*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be [[block]]ed), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] [[1.09]], at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
 *Since all his active attacks are [[melee]] and apply physical damage, returning [[damage]] using [[Thorns]], [[Iron Maiden]], [[Iron Golem]] thorns or [[Spirit of Barbs]] can be a useful strategy (at least in Normal, where he is most dangerous), particularly if target is [[mercenary]] (to which he applies 200% damage) or [[pet]] (to which he applies 400% damage).
 *Once he is defeated, exit in northwest wall opens and allows remainder of Tal Rasha's Chamber to be explored. Travel northeast to find and talk to [[Tyrael]].
-{{U|=I thank you, mortal, for my freedom. But I did expect you earlier.}}
+{{Ub|=I thank you, mortal, for my freedom. But I did expect you earlier.}}
-{{U|=I am the Archangel Tyrael. I came here to prevent Diablo from freeing his brother, Baal. But I have failed. Now, Terror and Destruction roam free throughout your world.}}
+{{Ub|=Even now, they head towards the Eastern capital of Kurast - to the very heart of the Zakarum Temple. There they hope to find their eldest brother, Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred who was imprisoned there ages ago.}}
-{{U|=Even now, they head towards the Eastern capital of Kurast - to the very heart of the Zakarum Temple. There they hope to find their eldest brother, Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred who was imprisoned there ages ago.}}
+{{Ub|=If the three Prime Evils unite, they will be invincible. Though it is unclear as to what their aims are, it is certain that they must be stopped at all costs.}}
-{{U|=If the three Prime Evils unite, they will be invincible. Though it is unclear as to what their aims are, it is certain that they must be stopped at all costs.}}
+{{Ub|=I am broken and the energies that tie me to this world are diminishing rapidly.}}
-{{U|=I am broken and the energies that tie me to this world are diminishing rapidly.}}
+{{Ub|=You must take up this quest and prevent the Three Brothers from reuniting. You must cross the sea and search for Diablo and Baal in Kurast.}}
-{{U|=You must take up this quest and prevent the Three Brothers from reuniting. You must cross the sea and search for Diablo and Baal in Kurast.}}
+{{Ub|=Now hurry, mortal... Time is running out for all of us!}}
-{{U|=Now hurry, mortal... Time is running out for all of us!}} - Tyrael
+- Tyrael
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-{{U|=You have done very well. Few could have come this far, let alone discover the True Tomb of Tal Rasha. Unfortunately, I hear that Diablo and Baal have eluded your grasp. This is most unfortunate...}}
+{{Ub|=You have done very well. Few could have come this far, let alone discover the True Tomb of Tal Rasha. Unfortunately, I hear that Diablo and Baal have eluded your grasp. This is most unfortunate...}}
-{{U|=If you wish to travel East, I have authorized Meshif to give you passage by sea. I imagine he should be very anxious to leave by now.}}
+- [[Jerhyn]]
-{{U|=Jerhyn tells me I should take you east to Kurast. I haven't been there for several years, but rumor has it that things are pretty grim.}} - [[Meshif (Act 2)|Meshif]]
+- [[Meshif (Act 2)|Meshif]]
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 <br>
 ==Reward==
-*When killing [[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] for first time he has improved chances of dropping higher quality items. In Hell he also has chance to drop [[Twisted Essence of Suffering|{{Cb|=Twisted Essence of Suffering}}]] required to transmute [[Token of Absolution|{{Cb|=Token of Absolution}}]] in [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]], used to respecialise, reassigning [[attribute]] and skill points.
+*When killing [[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] for first time he has improved chances of dropping higher quality items. In Hell he also has chance to drop [[Token of Absolution#Twisted Essence of Suffering|{{Cb|=Twisted Essence of Suffering}}]] required to transmute [[Token of Absolution|{{Cb|=Token of Absolution}}]] in [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]], used to respecialise, reassigning [[attribute]] and skill points.
 *Can now cross sea to Kurast in the east to begin [[Act 3]] by interacting with Meshif.
 <br>

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 |Type={{Warn|='''Mandatory'''}}
 |Trigger=Talk to [[Jerhyn]] after [[Drognan]] after destroying [[Tainted Sun]] Altar '''or'''<br>Enter [[Canyon of the Magi]]
-|Objective=Find and explore [[Tal Rasha's Tomb]]<br>Kill [[Duriel (boss)|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]]
+|Objective=Find and explore [[Tal Rasha's Tomb]]<br>Kill [[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]]
 |Area=Tal Rasha's Tomb and [[Tal Rasha's Chamber]]
 |Item=[[Horadric Staff|{{Ub|=Horadric Staff}}]]
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 [[File:Tal Rasha's Chamber.png|center|thumb|384px|Tal Rasha's Chamber always has same layout, but most of it cannot be explored until {{Ub|=Duriel}} has been defeated in southern chamber.]]
+|
-[[File:Duriel.png|center|thumb|384px|[[Duriel (boss)|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] is a [[boss]] and an [[Evil]] who has 100% [[drain effectiveness]] and -20 [[chill effectiveness]] in all [[difficulty]] levels. He becomes increasingly resistant to [[Cold Damage|cold]] and enchanted with [[Holy Freeze]].]]
+[[File:Duriel.png|center|thumb|384px|[[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] is a [[boss]] and an [[Evil]] who has 100% [[drain effectiveness]] and -20 [[chill effectiveness]] in all [[difficulty]] levels. He becomes increasingly resistant to [[Cold Damage|cold]] and enchanted with [[Holy Freeze]].]]
 |}
 *Although he is alone, character is trapped in a small chamber with him and can only escape by casting Town Portal: overcoming him can be one of the greatest challenges faced in Normal, particularly for fragile ranged attackers and casters.
-*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be blocked), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] 1.09, at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
+*Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be [[block]]ed), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] 1.09, at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
 *Since all his active attacks are [[melee]] and apply physical damage, returning [[damage]] using [[Thorns]], [[Iron Maiden]], [[Iron Golem]] thorns or [[Spirit of Barbs]] can be a useful strategy (at least in Normal, where he is most dangerous), particularly if target is [[mercenary]] (to which he applies 200% damage) or [[pet]] (to which he applies 400% damage).
 *Once he is defeated, exit in northwest wall opens and allows remainder of Tal Rasha's Chamber to be explored. Travel northeast to find and talk to [[Tyrael]].
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 <br>
 ==Reward==
-*When killing [[Duriel (boss)|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] for first time he has improved chances of dropping higher quality items. In Hell he also has chance to drop [[Twisted Essence of Suffering|{{Cb|=Twisted Essence of Suffering}}]] required to transmute [[Token of Absolution|{{Cb|=Token of Absolution}}]] in [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]], used to respecialise, reassigning [[attribute]] and skill points.
+*When killing [[Duriel|{{Ub|=Duriel}}]] for first time he has improved chances of dropping higher quality items. In Hell he also has chance to drop [[Twisted Essence of Suffering|{{Cb|=Twisted Essence of Suffering}}]] required to transmute [[Token of Absolution|{{Cb|=Token of Absolution}}]] in [[Horadric Cube|{{Ub|=Horadric Cube}}]], used to respecialise, reassigning [[attribute]] and skill points.
 *Can now cross sea to Kurast in the east to begin [[Act 3]] by interacting with Meshif.
 <br>

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 *Although he is alone, character is trapped in a small chamber with him and can only escape by casting Town Portal: overcoming him can be one of the greatest challenges faced in Normal, particularly for fragile ranged attackers and casters.
 *Aside from a standard Attack, he uses [[Jab]] and [[Smite]] (which requires a hit-check and can be blocked), the former of which is particularly dangerous in Normal when cold damage added by Holy Freeze is significant for that level ([[Cold Resist]] can drastically reduce danger: if nothing else, use [[Thawing Potion]]s). Fortunately he has not used [[Charge]] since [[patch]] 1.09, at the very least. [http://www.theamazonbasin.com/d2/forums/index.php?showtopic=83494&view=findpost&p=920534]
-*Since all his active attacks are [[melee]] and apply physical damage, returning [[damage (Diablo II)|damage]] using [[Thorns]], [[Iron Maiden]], [[Iron Golem]] thorns or [[Spirit of Barbs]] can be a useful strategy (at least in Normal, where he is most dangerous), particularly if target is [[mercenary]] (to which he applies 200% damage) or [[pet]] (to which he applies 400% damage).
+*Since all his active attacks are [[melee]] and apply physical damage, returning [[damage]] using [[Thorns]], [[Iron Maiden]], [[Iron Golem]] thorns or [[Spirit of Barbs]] can be a useful strategy (at least in Normal, where he is most dangerous), particularly if target is [[mercenary]] (to which he applies 200% damage) or [[pet]] (to which he applies 400% damage).
 *Once he is defeated, exit in northwest wall opens and allows remainder of Tal Rasha's Chamber to be explored. Travel northeast to find and talk to [[Tyrael]].

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-{{Quest 2 nav}}
+{{Quest
-:<b>Objective</b>
+|Act=2
-::Kill Duriel.
+|File=The Seven Tombs
-:<b>General Notes</b>
+{{U|=Drognan and I have concluded that the Dark Wanderer who passed through here recently was Diablo, himself! Drognan believes that Diablo is searching the desert for the secret tomb where the great Horadric mage, Tal Rasha, keeps Baal imprisoned.}}
-:<b>Quest Reward</b>
+{{U|=You must find Diablo and put an end to the terrible evil that has fallen upon our city. Drognan is wise and is sure to have some helpful advice for you as to how Tal Rasha's tomb may be found.}}
-::Quest drop if a player needing the quest kills Duriel and access to Act III.