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Gilthanas saw through the magical guise of Arlena, recognizing her as Silvara. The elf pledged his love to Silvara and asked for her forgiveness, and ultimately she returned his affections. Gilthanas and Silvara continued to aid the Heroes of the Heart and helped thwart the plans of the Red Dragon Overlord Malystryx to ascend to a form of godhood.