- Dragonwilds What Remains is Written is a secondary quest in Fellhollow, started by Abraxus the Eternal in Coalridge Pass.
- You must wear a full necromancer's armor set before Abraxus will even speak to you.
- Recover 5 ancient tomes scattered around Silverthorn Keep, then reclaim 3 scrolls from named enemies.
- Final reward is the Abraxus ring, which has a chance to reduce the rune cost of utility spells.
- Requires partial completion of Withering Heights and Restless Ghosts before you can begin.
Quest Overview: What Remains is Written
What Remains is Written is a secondary quest set in the Fellhollow region of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. The quest tasks you with recovering stolen knowledge for an arrogant lich and, as the quest description cheekily notes, "I'm sure nothing bad will happen because of it."
The quest giver, Abraxus the Eternal, describes himself as the "master of necromancy, keeper of secrets, both occult and arcane." Locals have ransacked his library, spreading his most precious tomes across the eastern sub-regions of Fellhollow — and he fully expects you to clean up the mess.
Video Highlights:
- Where to find the starter book in Silver Keep next to the archery target
- How to craft and equip the full necromancer armor set
- Map legend showing all 5 book spots and 3 scroll locations
- How to defeat Blightscale, Ulgo, and Razlem to finish the quest
Quest Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Start Point | Abraxus the Eternal, Coalridge Pass (north of the fork in the road) |
| Required Quests | Partial completion of Withering Heights (Fellhollow access), Restless Ghosts (amulet) |
| Required Gear | Full necromancer's armor set equipped |
| Recommended Items | None listed |
| Enemies | Rotsworn, Skeleton Archers/Warriors, Razlem the Deranged, Ulgo the zogre |
Abraxus will refuse to speak with anyone who does not "look the part." If you approach him in regular gear, he dismisses you with "I have little time for the likes of you." Craft the complete necromancer set — including the helmet — before traveling to Coalridge Pass.
All 5 Book Locations in Silverthorn Keep
The first stage of the quest sends you across Silverthorn Keep to retrieve Abraxus's five ancient tomes. The starter book found near the archery target in Silver Keep counts as one of the five. Here is every book and where to find it:
| Book Title | Location |
|---|---|
| Starter Tome | Silver Keep, second level, next to the archery target |
| The Pride of the Avernic | Second level of Silverthorn Keep, by the archery target scene |
| The Importance of Chaos | NW of the ominous gateway, on a small incline beside a tower ruin |
| Aetheric Fundamentals, a Primordial Primer | Across the stone bridge near the curse fragment (beware the green dragon spawn) |
| The Wrath of Baba Potterington | Crumbled stone house near a nature grove, north of the "sil" on the map |
| Leonard the Bound | NW of the ominous gateway, on a pedestal atop the western gate; guarded by skeletal hoplites and archers |
Abraxus warns you not to read any of the tomes because your mind is "too young and too limited." You can still read them — including Leonard the Bound — with no quest penalty. As one guide puts it: "We always read the books."
The Silverthorn Keep area can be dangerous for lower-level characters, with Rotsworn and skeleton enemies patrolling the ruins. Clear the area around each pedestal before picking up a tome, especially near Leonard the Bound where skeletal hoplites and archers spawn in groups.
Reclaiming the 3 Scrolls: Boss Guide
Once all five books are returned, Abraxus reveals that three of his scrolls were stolen. Each scroll is held by a distinct enemy, including a dragon, a zogre, and a new necromancer mini world boss added in the Fellhollow update.
| Scroll | Holder | Location |
|---|---|---|
| The Binding of Ib | Blightscale (green dragon) | South cliffs below Silverthorn Keep, NE of the ominous gateway, past willow trees; scroll is near bones in the clearing |
| Coclear Malificarum | Ulgo the zogre | Coalridge Pass, just north of the map label; scroll is beside the chest in his hoard |
| Eventide - A New Spawn | Razlem the Deranged | Small ruin directly east of the ominous gateway; scroll sits on a skull-adorned desk |
Blightscale
- Green dragon encounter
- South of Silverthorn Keep cliffs
- Watch for nearby dragon spawns on approach
- Scroll found near bone pile in clearing
Ulgo the Zogre
- Located in Coalridge Pass
- Guards a hoard with a chest
- Scroll rests right next to the chest
- Closest target if you start from Abraxus
Razlem the Deranged
- New necromancer mini world boss
- Wanders a ruin east of the gateway
- Scroll on a desk with a skull
- Strongest of the three fights
The three scrolls can be picked up before you formally reach this quest stage. If you stumble across them while exploring Fellhollow earlier, they will already be in your inventory when Abraxus asks for them, letting you skip most of the second stage.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Unlock Fellhollow
Progress Withering Heights far enough to access Fellhollow, and partially complete Restless Ghosts to obtain the amulet needed for the region.
Craft the Necromancer Set
Craft and equip the full necromancer armor set, helmet included. Without it, Abraxus will not acknowledge you as an apprentice.
Find the Starter Book
Locate the sinister scroll-book by the archery target in Silver Keep. This opens the quest marker pointing to Abraxus at Coalridge Pass.
Collect the Five Tomes
Search every corner of Silverthorn Keep for the remaining books: The Pride of the Avernic, The Importance of Chaos, Aetheric Fundamentals, The Wrath of Baba Potterington, and Leonard the Bound.
Defeat the Scroll Thieves
Kill Blightscale, Ulgo, and Razlem the Deranged, then grab each scroll from the surrounding area. Return to Abraxus wearing your necromancer gear to claim the Abraxus ring.
Rewards: The Abraxus Ring
Completing What Remains is Written grants the Abraxus ring trinket along with its crafting recipe unlock. The ring's special effect reads: "a ring that once belonged to a powerful necromancer" with a chance to reduce the rune cost of utility spells when cast.
Keep in mind the effect is proc-based — it does not trigger on every cast. While not the strongest trinket in the game, it adds another build-crafting option for utility-spell-heavy loadouts, which is a welcome trend for the game's gear pool.
Quest Completion Checklist:
- Unlock Fellhollow via Withering Heights
- Obtain the amulet from Restless Ghosts
- Craft a full necromancer armor set
- Collect all 5 tomes in Silverthorn Keep
- Defeat Blightscale, Ulgo, and Razlem
- Return to Abraxus and claim the Abraxus ring
Before departing, Abraxus mentions mailing a pebble to an old friend so he can haunt them — he's tired of the view. A small but characterful ending for one of Fellhollow's more memorable NPCs.
FAQ
Q: How do I start What Remains is Written in Dragonwilds?
Find the starter book by the archery target in Silver Keep, then speak to Abraxus the Eternal in Coalridge Pass — just north of the fork in the road — while wearing a full necromancer's armor set. Without the outfit, he will refuse to talk to you.
Q: Do I actually need the full necromancer armor?
Yes. Abraxus assumes you are one of his apprentices based purely on your clothing. You need every piece, including the helmet, equipped before he will give you the quest stages.
Q: What does the Abraxus ring do?
It has a chance to reduce the rune cost of utility spells when cast. The effect is probabilistic, not guaranteed, but it is useful for builds that rely heavily on utility spell casting.
Q: Can I collect the scrolls before the quest asks for them?
Yes. The three scrolls are physical items in the world, so you can grab them while exploring Fellhollow ahead of time and skip most of the second quest stage when Abraxus requests them.