The next morning, when Vri goes to inquire about potions at the Temple of Brigh, an acolyte informs her that the "Clockfather" had already made his way to Crowfeather Palace, and that potion brewing is not something the temple is really equipped for, that she should seek the services of the Jhestine Imierin at her shop no North Bridge Road called "Tempting Tonics".
Making your way up Black Hill Trail, you find that Joram Kyte is indeed already waiting for you in front of Crowfeather Palace, with several scrolls and a wand in hand.
He turns those items over to you after a short and practical greeting, as he walks with you further up the trail along the bald escarpment, toward the edge of Weeping Pond, a placid-looking pool set in by a crescent-shaped ridge. Despite the look of the place, no vegetation grows on the banks of this pond, and there is a bitter stink of sulphur and other chemicals exuding from the water, enough to make the eyes sting and weep after a few minutes at the shore.
A careful investigation reveals indeed that there is a large number of footprints here on the shore.
"I can give you twenty-four hours of water breathing divided equally amongst you." Joram Kyte says, "I realize that isn't very much, but hopefully it is enough for you to make some headway before you have to return for the day."