Unfortunately, that seems to be the nature of death, even in a place where our bodies still act as if they're living. [which is pretty annoying, especially since shalem still feels naked. he may have clothing, and gloves, he may have his shield back in stygia, but he can't feel right until he has some jewelry on.]

But the quests on the notice board... they help quite a bit, and this one will tide me over for long enough.