[i](The alter/chest is one and the same.  Something similar to this, except less fancy and with the bear skull on top:)[/i]

[img]http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/dcuo/images/b/b2/Stone_Amazonian_Altar.png/revision/latest?cb=20130921192337[/img]


[i]Upon closer inspection, the fanged skull appears to have served as a crude, but probably startling helm.  Removing the heavy stone lid from the alter (at least without the aid of magic) is the work of at least two people... [/i]

"Yes, where are you?" Cedric called as he made his way back into the central hallway.  Assuming she was down the opposite stairs, he made his was toward her, now carrying the lion-headed shield.