Those inhabitants of Ogriy and Khair that have not ventured further from their cosy homes than the city fairs or port taverns compare life on the deserted isles to a fairy tale. White sand, an azure sea, and of course the hot Mirrow rays that turn light skins golden and pleasantly tickle the dark skin of the magmars. Even when warriors that have visited the Isles of Swirling Mist tell them about all the predators there, the city dwellers remain unconvinced.

Whereas the hermit knows about the island predators first hand. Every day he has to deal with the cunning creatures that prevent him from enjoying a quiet solitary life and do not leave him alone when he is fishing or even in his own hut, which they sometimes invade.
 

Warriors that have reached level 15, have the opportunity to see for themselves. If you are strong enough and are not going to ask too many questions, look in on the  Forest Hermit at Azure Lagoon or the  Lake Hermit at Silent Cove. Perhaps, helping the unfriendly islander will soften him up and he may start to trust you.