The Alchemist needs some Scientific Instruments to build a Laboratory. This will enable new crafting recipes and better healing. His old friend, Loraine Crim, used Scientific Instruments for her research. Her last known expedition led her to investigate an Ancient Obelisk. The spot is marked on the map.

A note reveals that Loraine Crim investigated an Ancient Dam before researching the Ancient Obelisks. She dropped her Scientific Instruments when her camp was attacked by vultures. The spot is marked on the map.

The Scientific Instruments were retrieved! They must be brought back to the Alchemist and crafted into a Laboratory to unlock more recipes and better healing.