What's In The Pods?

"The first thing we noticed was a growing number of the unusual pod trees. They grow very fast and are spreading even faster. The large ones are so hard that even we can't break them. We need to know what is in pods." "Search the rocky outcroppings upon the forest floor for pod tree sprouts, and bring me back some samples. Try to avoid the Yukiona and their minions if you value your hide."