Exemplar Kerida

Exemplar Kerida

Race

Human

Profession

Necromancer

Level

80

Rank

Legendary

Location

Queen's Forest
(Queensdale)

Organization

Shining Blade

“

I'm a collector of...mursaat memorabilia. Aspects of Lazarus, to be specific.

— Exemplar Kerida

Exemplar Kerida is a high-ranking Shining Blade member with a keen interest in the mursaat.

It is eventually revealed that Exemplar Kerida is a cover identity maintained by Livia who, having used the Scepter of Orr to prolong her life, continues to zealously serve the Krytan throne to this day.

Biography

Living World Season 1

While having a small respite from dealing with Scarlet Briar, the Pact Commander visited Logan Thackeray's office to regroup with allies, one of them being Exemplar Kerida who however at this point still remained anonymous.

Living World Season 3

While working for the Shining Blade, Kerida had formed a bond with Countess Anise, the Master Exemplar of Shining Blade, in what was referred to as a mother-daughter relationship, and she became one of the few people Anise truly respected.

After contact with Kerida was lost while she was tracking down the Eye of Janthir and one of Lazarus's aspects into a White Mantle hideout, Anise sent the Pact Commander to assist her. The Commander saved Kerida from a trap, and the pair begrudgingly worked together as they navigated the hideout. They defeated Justiciar Araya and the last remnants of the White Mantle before seizing a sword which held one of Lazarus's aspects, although the Eye of Janthir fled from their grasp.

After returning to Divinity's Reach, Kerida witnessed an exchange between Anise and the Commander and was shocked by Anise's decision to initiate the Commander into the Shining Blade's inner circle so they could reveal their plans without risking breaking the Oath of Confidence. However, she calmed down and went along with it, witnessing the Commander's initiation and even offering the Commander advice during the more dangerous parts of the ritual that involved combat.

After the Commander had been sworn in and had been told what Anise and Kerida were up to, the hunt for the Eye of Janthir commenced as it would lead them to the final aspect of Lazarus and, hopefully, to the rogue god Balthazar whom the Commander wanted to catch. While the Commander headed for Siren's Landing, Kerida traveled to other potential locations the Eye might have fled to, including Ember Bay where she witnessed the rampage of a Sloth Queen.

Once the Commander had tracked the Eye of Janthir to Abaddon's Reliquary where Balthazar had hidden the final aspect in, Kerida joined the Commander's side. The pair braved many traps of the reliquary and reached the innermost sanctum only to discover that Balthazar was already gone although the Eye and the final aspect were still present. Seizing the opportunity and being anxious to reach the end of her lengthy quest, Kerida performed a ritual with the other aspects she had brought along to revive Lazarus in order to kill the last mursaat once and for all so he could never threaten her beloved Kryta again. During the ensuing battle, Lazarus recognized Kerida for who she really was, and the Commander was taken aback by the surprising reveal of Livia.

After The Last Chance

Primary article: Livia

Living World Season 4

Exemplar Kerida was seen defending various locations in Queensdale from Awakened attackers along with other members of the Shining Blade in 1330 AE.

Location

Kryta

• Queensdale
  • Queen's Forest
    • Hunting Lodge (During related events only)

Story involvement

Living World Season 1

• Episode 3: Clockwork Chaos
  • Picking Up the Pieces (as Shining Blade)

Living World Season 3

• Episode 6: One Path Ends
  • "Where's Balthazar?" (as Shining Blade Exemplar)
  • Shining Blade Secrets
  • On Orrian Shores (voice only)
  • The Last Chance

Event involvement

[Group Event] Defeat the invading Awakened (30)

Combat abilities

Behavior

• Exemplar Kerida's skills mimic a build from the original Guild Wars.

Effects

•  Wielding the Shining Blade — While she holds The Shining Blade.
•  Health Regeneration

Skills

•   Life Siphon - Siphon health from your foe. Healing effectiveness increases if you are bleeding. Damage increases if your foe is bleeding.
• Barbed Signet - Drains life from a targeted foe.
•   Cry of Frustration - Shatter. Destroy all your clones, confusing nearby foes. The shatter effect also occurs at your location.
• Fragility - Applies  Fragility to enemies.
• Health Regeneration - Applies Health Regeneration to allies.
•   Order of the Vampire - Enchantment: attacks steal health.

Dialogue

Queensdale

During event

Don't get distracted, hero—the undead are prowling near here.

Not for long.

After event

Good day, Commander. I was out for a stroll and just happened upon this pitched battle. I've heard Joko holds grudges a long time—perhaps you two should discuss this in person? (If completed One Path Ends)

Such slipshod creations. For a centuries-old sorceror, Palawa Joko hasn't learned many new tricks. (otherwise)

Is Divinity's Reach secured from attack?

The Shining Blade is prepared for many scenarios, especially attacks from within. But these attacks are simple displays of power to provoke fear.

Soon enough, Palawa Joko's going to remember what fear feels like.

You're one to talk about old grudges. (If completed One Path Ends)

Age hasn't granted him wisdom. It's time he learned the value of peace. (otherwise)

Trivia

• Exemplar Kerida is voiced by Courtenay Taylor.
• Kerida wears a Protector's Helm, Banded Pauldrons, Draconic Coat, Banded Gauntlets. Banded Legs, and Banded Greaves. She wields a Wayward Wand Scepter and King's Remembrance.