OK, it’s time for me to come clean on something: I find that making gold in LOTRO can be kinda tough. While just like any other MMORPG there are numerous different ways to make gold (like the auction house), so far I’ve found the easiest and most reliable way to make gold is simply by grinding.
This is an exploration quest which will take you on a tour of the North Downs around Esteldin. You will need to click five founding stones scattered around the map.
To start this quest, visit the tower located in the northeast corner of Esteldin. Inside the door (a small instance) you will see the a book Of Arthedain and its Settlements. Click the book to start the quest then speak to Istuienn who, as luck would have it, is standing right outside the door of the tower.
