The creatures in the Gaia Woodlands grow fiercer by the day. We have no idea what caused this sudden change in their personalities. I mean, they were never flitting about, singing songs and making wreaths from flowers, but they also weren't biting off peoples' limbs.
To ease the workload of those in the Defender's Castle, please take out these hostile creatures.
When you finish, go to Alez for your reward! He is in charge of supporting the Defender's Castle.