The sombre runic book loads on a spirit in the library of the ruined castle south of Fornost. It can be read to learn the Shadows herblore.

>look book
This book is bound in very old leather dyed black as soot. Flowing,
sinuous, lead-grey letters adorn the cover. The style is ancient,
and the craftsmanship unheard of in this age.

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It teaches old secrets about potions and magic. To examine it, hold it and
read it.

>consider book

It is a sombre runic book.
It weighs four pounds.

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