Ancient Problems is a Quest in New World MMORPG. Objective: Collect Fatty Haunches and kill Ancient Guardians for Survivalist Thornton.
I've received word from a comrade in Monarch's Bluffs that elk hunting has grown thin thanks to Ancient Guardian interference along the roads. Survivalist Thornton is busy dealing with the Withered threat and has no time to spare for such interruptions, which is where you come in. As a gesture of goodwill between our settlements I want you to bring her not only some meat but some reprieve.
Gather the rich meat of local female elk and eliminate the Ancient Guardians at a key crossroads to free Monarch's Bluffs from this hunting hiatus.
Elk Cows can be found across the wooded and plains areas of Aeternum. I would suggest looking in Emberwood to the south, where I trap most of my meat. As for the Ancient Guardians of Achernar, be wary of their strength. In spite of being all bones they are not brittle, and can fell even the most experienced adventurer. Best of luck, and do wish Thornton a good hunt from me.
A gift from Survivalist Lee? This is quite unexpected. I must thank him and you for both taking care of our Ancient Guardian problem and bringing us this precious sustenance. Monarch's Bluffs Hamlet is in your debt, hunter. You can rest your weary feet at the inn, for you are always welcome here.