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    Synopsis:

    Father Abdirak is a follower of Loviatar, a goddess that thrives on inflicting pain on others. He is indulging in some private 'worship' (self flagellation). He offers to help alleviate the player's pain by giving them 'penance' - i.e, beating them. Loviatar = loh-VEE-a-tar. He is a young and charismatic preacher with a threatening edge.

    How to trigger:

    goto 334, -22
    Make sure you have enough health and level or the interaction will be cut short by health depleting



  • 9.
    Abdirak
    : Greetings, child. I fear your companion could not fully embrace my penance.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_HasMet = False, GOB_PainPriest_Knows_PenanceIsPainGOB_PainPriest_HasMet, GOB_PainPriest_Event_CheckHP
    • 84.
      Abdirak
      : But I understand. Pain is something that requires commitment, wouldn't you say?
      • 116. Player: I'm interested in this penance.GOB_PainPriest_Knows_PenanceIsPain
        • 52.
          Abdirak
          : Most excellent! Then I shall speak plainly.
          • 158.
            Abdirak
            : Would you care experience it first-hand? To know peace and serenity, the likes of which few experience?
            • 53. [Jump] Jump to Node 43 (2)
      • 61. Player: I couldn't agree more.
        • 34.
          Abdirak
          : Exactly. And should your friend lack such qualities, that is not their fault.
          • 31.
            Abdirak
            : I pity them. They've missed out on the true intimacies of pain...
            • 100. [Jump] Jump to Node 49 (1)
      • 11. Player: Not everyone feels that way.
        • 97.
          Abdirak
          : True. But isn't that why it's important to try it? To expand your horizons?
          • 60.
            Abdirak
            : To understand pain and its intimacies...
            • Link to Node 100
      • 120. [Jump] Jump to Node 95 (1)
      • 29. [Jump] Jump to Node 115 (1)
      • 134. [Jump] Jump to Node 96 (1)
  • 15.
    Abdirak
    : I see you are whole once again. Tell me, child - would you care to begin?devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_TooLowHP = False, GOB_PainPriest_State_NeedMoreHPGOB_PainPriest_State_NeedMoreHP = False
    • 141. [Jump] Jump to Node 20 (1)
    • 135. [Jump] Jump to Node 91 (1)
    • 171. [Jump] Jump to Node 149 (1)
  • 16.
    Abdirak
    : Well met, dear child. Would you enjoy some hands-on worship of Loviatar, Maiden of Pain? devnoteGOB_PainPriest_Event_CheckHP
    • 20. Player: I'm ready.
      • 151. [Jump] Jump to Node 62 (1)
    • 144. Player: I saw your book. I'd like to try some of those techniques.GOB_PainPriest_Knows_Book
      • 13. [Jump] Jump to Node 132 (1)
    • 174. Player: I think I can do without.
      • 148.
        Abdirak
        : Pity. You do not understand the gift you refuse.devnote
        End
    • 149. Player: Leave.
      End
  • 75.
    Abdirak
    : Greetings, child. I've met few aside from goblins here. devnoteGOB_PainPriest_HasMet = False, GOB_PainPriest_Knows_PenanceIsPain = FalseGOB_PainPriest_HasMet, GOB_PainPriest_Event_CheckHP
    • 133. Player: [PassiveRoll] devnoteGLO_God_Knows_Loviatar = FalseRoll (Intelligence, Religion) vs 10 (0)
      • 111. [RollResult] True
        • 177.
          Narrator
          : *You recognise the scourge - this man is a follower of Loviatar, goddess of pain.*NARRATIONGLO_God_Knows_Loviatar
          • Link to Node 153
      • 44. [RollResult] False
        • 153.
          Abdirak
          : Ah, are you also here to assist with the prisoner?devnote
          • 112. Player: I showed them what a master can do.GOB_Torturers_Assisted, REALLY_DARK_URGE
            • Link to Node 109
          • 21. Player: I talked with the torturers. Amateurs.GOB_Torturers_Assisted, REALLY_DARK_URGE = False
            • 109.
              Abdirak
              : Quite right. I was invited to teach them. I live for pain and its intricacies, you see.devnote
              • 63.
                Abdirak
                : But alas, they insist on being so primitive.
                • Link to Node 188
          • 128. Player: You mean the one they are torturing?GOB_Torturers_HasMet_Spike
            • 22.
              Abdirak
              : Please. The things they are doing to that man... so crude and primitive.devnote
              • 92.
                Abdirak
                : I was invited to to teach them. I live for pain and its intricacies, you see, but alas...devnote
                • Link to Node 188
          • 27. Player: What do you mean?
            • 32.
              Abdirak
              : I was invited to teach them some of my... techniques. I live for pain and its intricacies, you see. devnote
              • 48.
                Abdirak
                : But alas, these goblins seem to thrive on the crude and primitive.
                • Link to Node 188
          • 18. Player: I'm only passing through.
            • 178.
              Abdirak
              : Your tastes must turn to the exotic, if you would stop here by choice.
              • 85.
                Abdirak
                : I was invited to discuss pain and its intricacies, but even I find these goblins crude and, well - primitive. devnote
                • Link to Node 188
          • 155. Player: What prisoner?GOB_Torturers_HasMet_Spike = False
            • 150.
              Abdirak
              : The gentleman being held next door. My acquaintance is working on him, I believe.
              • 19.
                Abdirak
                : While I was thrilled to be invited here, I must confess I find the goblins and their methods... crude and primitive.
                • 188.
                  Abdirak
                  : Pain without purpose is a terrible thing, wouldn't you agree? devnote
                  • 39. Player: As long as the story ends in death, it's all the same to me.REALLY_DARK_URGE
                    • 168. [Jump] Jump to Node 49 (1)
                  • 117. Player: I often feel I like raw pain too much. It scares me.REALLY_DARK_URGE
                    • Link to Node 168
                  • 3. Player: As Vlaakith says: we cannot know pleasure without pain.REALLY_LAEZEL
                    • 184. [Jump] Jump to Node 78 (1)
                  • 175. Player: It's appalling.
                    • 78.
                      Abdirak
                      : Exactly, pain is an intimate thing. It should be delivered with a loving and measured hand.devnote
                      • 113.
                        Abdirak
                        : But trying to discuss such subtleties with these creatures is simply... devnote
                        • Link to Node 49
                  • 169. Player: Who invited you? A goblin?
                    • 70.
                      Abdirak
                      : Yes. He's just over there. Between you and I, his claims of mastery over pain are unfounded.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_SpikeIsInRoom
                      • 154.
                        Abdirak
                        : Pain should be intimate and loving - not violent and brutish. Alas, he...devnoteGOB_Torturers_State_SpikeIsDead = False
                        • Link to Node 49
                      • 179.
                        Abdirak
                        : Or claimed, rather. Pain should be intimate and loving - not violent and brutish. Perhaps in death he...
                        • Link to Node 49
                    • 123.
                      Abdirak
                      : Yes. One who claims to be a master of pain. Tch.devnote
                      • 36.
                        Abdirak
                        : Pain is intimate and loving. But trying to discuss that with these creatures...devnote
                        • 49.
                          Abdirak
                          : Forgive me, but that look in your eyes - something terrible has happened to you.devnote
                          • 162. Player: I feel an endless nausea, that only goes away when I'm killing.REALLY_DARK_URGE
                            • Link to Node 45
                          • 71. Player: I'm a contemptible blood-pervert.NIGHT_DarkUrge_ButlerIntro, REALLY_DARK_URGE
                            • Link to Node 45
                          • 38. Player: I'm trying to resist my drive to do harm, but it's very difficult.REALLY_DARK_URGE
                            • 45.
                              Abdirak
                              : Do not be ashamed, child. What I see in your eyes, in your soul, is only natural.devnote
                              • 142.
                                Abdirak
                                : We've all suffered in these dark times. It is little wonder you bear scars of pain and anguish.devnote
                                • 86.
                                  Abdirak
                                  : Please let me alleviate this pain.devnote
                                  • 50. Player: And how would you do that?GOB_PainPriest_Knows_PenanceIsPain = False
                                    • 186.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : As the Maiden of Pain, the goddess Loviatar, teaches us...devnoteGLO_God_Knows_Loviatar
                                      • 28.
                                        Abdirak
                                        : ...through penance - administered by my skilled hand.devnote
                                        • 143.
                                          Abdirak
                                          : My work can grant peace and serenity - the likes of which few experience. It will be worth it - I promise.
                                          • 176. [TagCinematic] devnote
                                            • 46.
                                              Abdirak
                                              : [TagAnswer] ORI_Inclusion_Random
                                              • 67.
                                                Lae'zel
                                                : By all means - let us see what his 'skilled hand' might get up to.ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_LAEZELGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • Link to Node 79
                                              • 80.
                                                Shadowheart
                                                : Go ahead - I'm sure you're in need of a little penance...devnoteORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_SHADOWHEARTGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • Link to Node 79
                                              • 47.
                                                Karlach
                                                : Hahaha. Go on. I have to see this.ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_KARLACHGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • 79.
                                                  Abdirak
                                                  : [TagAnswer] ORI_Inclusion_End_Random
                                                  • 76. [Alias] REALLY_DARK_URGE
                                                    • Alias to Node 59
                                                    • 127. [Jump] Jump to Node 161 (1)
                                                    • 33. Player: All right, why not?
                                                      • 62.
                                                        Abdirak
                                                        : Oh, I have something exquisite in mind.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_Event_PickScourge['Astarion 5', 'Shadowheart 1']
                                                        • 173.
                                                          Abdirak
                                                          : Both Loviatar and I are interested in how you handle pain, dear one. devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_TooLowHP = False
                                                          • 185.
                                                            Abdirak
                                                            : And should you delight her, you will most assuredly receive her gracious blessing - trust me.
                                                            • 23.
                                                              Abdirak
                                                              : Simply face the wall, and we can begin. devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_Penitent, GOB_PainPriest_Event_PenanceScene, GOB_PainPriest_Event_PenancePlayer
                                                              End
                                                        • 88.
                                                          Abdirak
                                                          : But wait - you are hurt. Please tend to your wounds before we begin your penance.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_NeedMoreHP
                                                          • 105.
                                                            Abdirak
                                                            : I prefer a fresh canvas. devnote
                                                            End
                                                    • 77. [Jump] Jump to Node 165 (1)
                                                    • 83. Player: Touch me and you'll lose your hand.
                                                      • 140.
                                                        Abdirak
                                                        : Is that a promise?devnote
                                                        • 25.
                                                          Abdirak
                                                          : A pity though. You would know such sweet relief at my hands.devnote
                                                          • 81.
                                                            Abdirak
                                                            : Now, if you'll excuse me, I should return to my own worship.devnote
                                                            End
                                                    • 114. Player: Leave.
                                                      • 121.
                                                        Abdirak
                                                        : I thought you would prove interesting... I guess I was mistaken. devnote
                                                        End
                                              • 156.
                                                Astarion
                                                : I must see this. Don't you dare say no.devnoteORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_ASTARIONGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • Link to Node 79
                                              • 69.
                                                Wyll
                                                : I wouldn't let his 'skilled hand' anywhere near me.ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_WYLLGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • Link to Node 79
                                              • 90.
                                                Gale
                                                : Your hide, your choice. Not quite my cup of tea though.devnoteORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_GALEGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                                • Link to Node 79
                                  • 41. Player: I know of your penance - my companion has tried it.GOB_PainPriest_Knows_PenanceIsPain
                                    • 124.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : Ah, but of course!
                                      • 5.
                                        Abdirak
                                        : Well, perhaps you'd be interested in finishing what they started?
                                        • 1. [Jump] Jump to Node 43 (2)
                                  • 57. Player: Why are you so interested?
                                    • 152.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : Well - the Maiden of Pain, Loviatar, teaches us that pain is a most powerful and sacred sensation.devnoteGLO_God_Knows_Loviatar
                                      • 99.
                                        Abdirak
                                        : And should our pain delight her - should we embrace such a gift - she will grant her most sacred of blessings.devnote
                                        • 145.
                                          Abdirak
                                          : If you would permit it, I can show you first-hand.devnote
                                          • 74. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_Random
                                            • Alias to Node 46
                                            • 118. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_LAEZELGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 67
                                              • Link to Node 167
                                            • 160. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_SHADOWHEARTGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 80
                                              • Link to Node 167
                                            • 51. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_KARLACHGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 47
                                              • Link to Node 167
                                            • 58. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_ASTARIONGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 156
                                              • Link to Node 167
                                            • 37. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_WYLLGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 69
                                              • 167. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_End_Random
                                                • Alias to Node 79
                                                • 59.
                                                  Narrator
                                                  : *This man is of common stock. Only the poorest of men need settle for the spectacle of their own gore.*REALLY_DARK_URGE
                                                  • 125. Player: All right, why not?
                                                    • 102.
                                                      Abdirak
                                                      : Oh, I have something exquisite in mind.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_Event_PickScourge
                                                      • 172. [Jump] Jump to Node 23 (1)
                                                  • 159. [Jump] Jump to Node 83 (1)
                                                  • 72. [Jump] Jump to Node 165 (1)
                                                  • 110. [Jump] Jump to Node 114 (1)
                                            • 89. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_GALEGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                                              • Alias to Node 90
                                              • Link to Node 167
                                  • 8. Player: I don't need any 'alleviating', thanks.
                                    • 64.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : A pity. You would know such sweet relief at my hands. devnote
                                      • 65.
                                        Abdirak
                                        : Should you realise you need my assistance, come back. I'll be waiting.
                                        End
                                  • 6. Player: Leave.
                                    End
                          • 93. Player: Clever man. How did you know?
                            • 138.
                              Abdirak
                              : Because I see those same eyes when I look in the mirror, dear one. devnote
                              • Link to Node 142
                          • 122. Player: That's none of your concern.
                            • Link to Node 45
                          • 98. [Jump] Jump to Node 115 (1)
                  • 30. Player: Then why are you beating yourself?
                    • 107.
                      Abdirak
                      : Hah. I realise this looks strange, but I assure you, it is a most intimate form of worship. devnote
                      • 55.
                        Abdirak
                        : You see, pain is a loving thing. But trying to explain it to these goblins has proven...devnote
                        • Link to Node 49
                  • 95. Player: I thought a follower of Loviatar would approve of pain.GLO_God_Knows_Loviatar, CLERIC = False, PALADIN = False
                    • 106.
                      Abdirak
                      : You know the Maiden of Pain? How refreshing. But there is more to us than that. devnote
                      • 181.
                        Abdirak
                        : Yes, we worship her through pain - often our own. But it is an intimate and loving thing and one we offer up.
                        • 129.
                          Abdirak
                          : If you would permit it, I can show you first-hand.devnote
                          • 101. [Jump] Jump to Node 43 (2)
                  • 115. Player: What's a follower of the Maiden of Pain doing here?, CLERIC
                    • 35.
                      Abdirak
                      : Ah, you are familiar with the Scourge Mistress? Good. I am simply spreading her message, friend. devnoteGLO_God_Knows_Loviatar
                      • 183.
                        Abdirak
                        : I worship her through pain - usually my own. But I have a skilled hand when it comes to its infliction. devnote
                        • 43.
                          Abdirak
                          : Care to expand your horizons? It will be worth it - you have my word.devnote
                          • 12. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_Random
                            • Alias to Node 46
                            • 87. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_LAEZELGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 67
                              • Link to Node 82
                            • 7. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_SHADOWHEARTGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 80
                              • 82. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_End_Random
                                • Alias to Node 79
                                • 161. Player: Prepare for the coming pain.REALLY_LAEZEL
                                  • Link to Node 104
                                • 40. Player: I am curious.
                                  • 104. [Jump] Jump to Node 62 (1)
                                • 165. Player: I saw your book. Let me try some of those techniques.GOB_PainPriest_Knows_Book
                                  • 132.
                                    Abdirak
                                    : My - an eager student indeed. Those are advanced devotions.
                                    • 119.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : The Mistress would approve. Indicate which instrument calls to you, and let us put it to work.
                                      • 157. Player: I'll have what you're having.
                                        • 4.
                                          Abdirak
                                          : Oh, I do believe we are both going to enjoy this.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_Event_PickScourge
                                          • 163. [Jump] Jump to Node 173 (1)
                                          • 26. [Jump] Jump to Node 88 (1)
                                      • 56. Player: I'm not in a gentle mood. Use the dagger.
                                        • 42. [Alias] GOB_PainPriest_Event_PickPiercing
                                          • Alias to Node 108
                                          • Link to Node 163
                                          • Link to Node 26
                                      • 17. Player: Take the handaxe and show me your worst.
                                        • 108.
                                          Abdirak
                                          : A most excellent choice.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_Event_PickSlashing
                                          • Link to Node 163
                                          • Link to Node 26
                                • 146. Player: I've no interest in the teachings of such an evil goddess.REALLY_SHADOWHEART = False, PALADIN_EVIL = False, CLERIC_EVIL = False
                                  • 182.
                                    Abdirak
                                    : Pain is pain, dear one. It is above 'good' and 'evil'. devnote
                                    • 2.
                                      Abdirak
                                      : But very well. You are clearly too closed-minded for the ways of Loviatar. devnote
                                      • 187. [Jump] Jump to Node 81 (1)
                                • 136. [Jump] Jump to Node 83 (1)
                                • 166. Player: No - Shar has already claimed me.ShadowHeart_InParty_Knows_SharWorshipper, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
                                  • 73.
                                    Abdirak
                                    : A shame - the Mistress of the Night and the Maiden of Pain could have such fun together.
                                    • 180. [Jump] Jump to Node 81 (1)
                                • 54. Player: No - I already belong to another.ShadowHeart_InParty_Knows_SharWorshipper = False, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
                                  • 137.
                                    Abdirak
                                    : Unfortunate. Loviatar is always happy to share her pleasures.
                                    • Link to Node 180
                                • 131. Player: You know the value of suffering. Prepare for the coming pain., CLERIC_ILMATER, PALADIN_ILMATERREALLY_LAEZEL = False
                                  • 0. [Jump] Jump to Node 62 (1)
                                • 66. Player: My god is a possessive one - I better refrain., CLERIC_EVIL, PALADIN_EVILREALLY_SHADOWHEART = False
                                  • Link to Node 137
                            • 24. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_KARLACHGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 47
                              • Link to Node 82
                            • 170. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_ASTARIONGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 156
                              • Link to Node 82
                            • 10. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_WYLLGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 69
                              • Link to Node 82
                            • 126. [Alias] ORI_Inclusion_PickedAtRandom, GOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer = False, REALLY_GALEGOB_PainPriest_State_CompanionReactedToPenanceOffer
                              • Alias to Node 90
                              • Link to Node 82
                  • 96. Player: Leave.
                    End
    • 94. [Jump] Jump to Node 177 (1)
  • 103.
    Abdirak
    : Dear child, tell me: would you like to continue your worship of Loviatar, Maiden of Pain?devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_CancelledPenitentGOB_PainPriest_Event_CheckHP
    • 14. Player: I'm ready.
      • 68. [Jump] Jump to Node 62 (1)
    • 91. Player: I think I can do without.GOB_PainPriest_State_CancelledTwice
      • 130.
        Abdirak
        : Pity. You do not understand the gift you refuse.devnote
        End
    • 147. [Jump] Jump to Node 149 (1)
  • 139.
    Abdirak
    : Dear child, I told you - take care of those wounds, and we will begin your penance.devnoteGOB_PainPriest_State_TooLowHP, GOB_PainPriest_State_NeedMoreHP
    End
  • 164.
    Abdirak
    : You have refused the gift of penance, dear one. I will waste no more time asking you.GOB_PainPriest_State_CancelledTwice
    End