Talk:Scouting Mission/@comment-5800026-20121203125858

Just finished this quest. I went through the Ancient Quarry and from what I can tell, just from my travels in the game; it is the best route to take. I had to deal with some bandits and goblins, but nothing major. There is an Ogre, but it is thankfully easily avoided. Once through the quarry, it's a fairly short jaunt to the Shadow Fort. You might have to deal with some Hobgolins though. You shouldn't have to worry about the Drake if you take this route.