
Lieutenant
            
Group: Gods
Posts: 2539
Joined: 25-December 05
Member No.: 16

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Waaahhh!
What's wrong?
M-My sister says she has a terrible stomachache...
It hurts! Waahhh!
Hmm... Let me have a look.
Yoink!
Huh43 What are you doing?
Seeya, dum25 ass!
He stole something... I hope it was nothing important.
Really, now! What's wrong with the people in the slums?
Stealing, vandalism... They're nothing but a nuisance.
We should just kick out all the poor people.
I can't sleep at night, knowing they're around.
We should just kick out all the poor people.
I can't sleep at night, knowing they're around.
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
There's been a population explosion recently...
The gap between the rich and the poor is growing larger.
The rich don't give any of it up, sparking increased theft...
It's a vicious cycle of crime that only gets worse.
I've got my hands full trying to keep it all under control.
The economic gap leads to a higher and higher crime rate.
It's my job to try to keep it under control, but...
Good evening.
I'm the guardsman here, to maintain the public peace.
I'm always on alert, even at night.
Nighttime is actually the busiest for people like me...
Farewell!
You filthy traitor!
Stay out of my way, traitor!
Ugh... So this is why they call you a valkyrie...!
Hey, is that...43
It's... Gulcasa!
You have done well to make it here alive. I commend you.
But, this is the end of the road!
You'll die here, scum!
We beat him, and it's bye-bye to7C the Empire, right?
Now's our chance! Let's go!
That cannon up ahead could be trouble.
We'll stop the cannon first, and then vanquish Gulcasa!
Hey, Emperor of Clownage! Come and get me!
Hmph! I'll get you!
Prepare yourself, Gulcasa!
Come and get it!
Give back the princess!
I won't give her up without a fight!
You better believe I can beat the likes of you!
Can't you do anything but talk? Foolish woman!
Let us put an end to this.
I see you're a skilled talker... Can you do anything else?
It's time to settle the score, Emperor Gulcasa...
Death to traitors!
Hey, what's this...?
Hey, uh... This won't explode, will it?
Hm? What's this...?
I feel uneasy holding onto it...
Hey, there's something here!
Nothing'll happen if I hit this, will it?
Hmm, what do we have here...?
Nothing but scrap... The enemy must have left it here.
Oh, there's something here.
Hey, you sure this is safe?
What is this...?
Isn't it dangerous to walk around with this...?
The door's locked... Let's see if that key works.
Aha! It's open.
Hey, what's this...?
I cleaned it out already.
A locked door? Perhaps this key will work...
It's open.
Hm? What's this...?
There's nothing left to take.
The door won't open... Hey, I'll try that key!
Yay, it opened!
Huh? There's something here!
There's nothing left...
It's locked.
Maybe this key will fit...
Ah, I thought so. It's open.
Hmm, what do we have here...?
There's nothing left.
Do I need a key here? Maybe that one we found...
Open sesame!
Oh, there's something here.
There's nothing left.
It's locked. I'll try the armory key...
It's open. Let's see now...
This could prove useful.
There's nothing left...
Hey, what's this...?
How did this get here...?
Hm? What's this...?
W-Why would such a thing be lying on the floor...?
Hey, there's something here!
Wow! Nietzsche wants to try it on!
Hmm, what do we have here...?
...Why is this here?
Oh, there's something here.
Wow, what a pretty dress.
What is this...?
I bet this would look good on Flone...
Gulcasa is holed up in Castle Karona.
Not only has he surrounded himself with his whole army...
They've set up a cannon north of Rosamil.
Watch your step if you haven't taken that cannon yet...
If you ignore it, you'll go down in a hail of cannonballs.
Be careful of that cannon north of Rosamil.
If you ignore it, you'll go down in a hail of cannonballs.
...Arrrrrgh!
How do you like that!
...Ugh!
Give up yet?
Now you've done it!
Hah! Take that, fiend!
...Ugh!
Give up yet?
This battle isn't over yet!
Did I get him43
...Ugh!
Give up yet?
Owww!
...Ugh!
How's that? Had enough yet?
Die!
Ow... How dare you!
...Ugh!
Ha... You can't possibly last much longer.
Die!
Tch... I'll remember this.
Farewell!
...Ugh!
Give up yet?
Tch... That was careless...
Magister Eudy, the main force is...!
...We can't stay here. Retreat!
We did it! We beat Gulcas24 !
That sure was easy, though... What's going on here?
Argh... Aaaaghh...!
Hmm? His hair... Esq. Milanor!
What is it?
This man wears a wig! This isn't Gulcasa!
It's a decoy!
What43 So, he was just here to buy some time?
This bodes ill... We must search the castle at once!
Have you found the Princess yet?
We've looked everywhere, Sir, but we haven't seen her...
Where have they taken her...43
Durant! This old man says he saw her.
You're not joking about this, right? Tell us everything.
I saw a carriage leave the castle during the battle...
I think Princess Yggdra was inside.
What then? Where was the carriage headed?
It went east from here...
East from here... Lost Aries, the Land of Ruin43
What about it?
Beyond the Gate of Atonement lies a scaffold...
I fear they plan to execute the Princess!
What43
Are you going to Lost Aries?
The way there leads through Marduk Woods.
Is that bad?
It's a deep forest... You'll face a difficult journey.
Take this... It may be useful.
Please... take care of Russell.
Of course. We won't let anything happen to him.
I'll be fine, Flone. Stay healthy for me here, okay?
We'll help build a truly peaceful land when I return...
Good luck...!
I'm ready, Milanor. Let's go.
We've reached Marduk Woods.
Once we're past the dense forest...
We'll reach a very different terrain: Lost Aries.
...So, what's the plan?
There's a lot of Imperials between us and there.
......? Ho3A do you know of this?
Let's just say that I've got eyes in the sky.
Anyway, we've got to pick our battles carefully.
True... Then, let us make a detour around these forces.
We'll make our way forward by hiding amongst the trees.
Sounds like a plan.
Okay, everyone. Stick to the trees going forward.
Our first waypoint is over there.
Once you're there, stay on standby.
Understood? Go quietly77 we don't want to be spotted.
Who're you?
Whoops! How'd they find me43
My stars! A witch, out here43
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Wow! Lucky me!
An Undine all for myself!
Huh? What43
Who are you...? I can tell you're a skilled magic user...
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
Who are you? Those powers... You're no ordinary witch.
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
Who are you? You're not with the Imperials...
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Hey, what's this...?
Weird.
Hm? What's this...?
This doll is... eerie.
Hey, there's something here!
*shudder* I don't like it one bit...
Hmm, what do we have here...?
H-How have these entered this world...?
I must research this further...
Oh, there's something here.
*gasp* This doll...
I can't believe one has fallen into our world...
What is this...?
I don't think Flone would like this...
We're here to inspect your merchandise! Give it up!
W-What are you guys doing43
You dare resist us43 I'll teach you to disrespect us!
Who are you?
Hey! Is that a trap you've got there?
That'd make my job a lot easier... Can I have it?
I'll give you this Elfin Bow in return.
Thanks a ton! This year's hunting season is all ours!
What are you doing here?
This forest is sacred to us. You're not welcome here!
Who are you?
This forest is sacred to us. Get out!
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
Whoa! Watch your step, the Imperials are everywhere.
Be careful. Imperial soldiers are nearby.
Whoa, that was close! So many soldiers...
Careful! There's a big group of Imperial soldiers here.
Wait. There's a swarm of Imperial soldiers ahead.
Stop! Be careful, there are soldiers up ahead.
Hey, careful! A bunch of Imperials are right over there.
Hm...? Who's there43
Huh43 How'd they find me43
I'm such a klutz! How could this happen...43
C'mon, Pamela, get it together... Uhhh...
Spirits of the forest... Shroud my body within your arms...
Who's there43
Damn! They found us!
Who's there43
Curses! We've been found!
Who's there43
Oh, no! They found me!
Who's there43
Ugh, I've been spotted!
Who's there43
They've found me...
Who's there43
Dammit! They found me!
It's the Royal Army!
Dammit! Looks like we're in for a fight!
How do you like that!
Owwww! What was that for43
Ohhhh! How dare you defy the lovely Pamela43
Dammit, now you've done it!FF Identify yourself!
Ouchie!
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Ugh... I'm not down yet!
Who are you43
Ouchie!
C'mon, let's not fight!
Owww!
How's that? Had enough yet?
What was that for43
Ow... How dare you!
You should know better than to piss off a witch!
Was that effective?
What was that for43
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Tch... I'll remember this.
Hah!
Ouchie!
Now I'm really mad!
Tch... That was careless...
My body is a leaf... My form is a branch...
(Geez, why does this spell have to take so long to cast43 )
Sea of green, embrace me!
Hah!
Is everyone here?
Alright! We've made it this far...
We're out on a limb now, though... Makes me nervous.
Alright everyone, that's our next waypoint.
Same drill as before: get there fast, then sit tight.
Let's go...
Hey, what's this...?
Yikes... That coulda been dangerous if it bit me.
Hm? What's this...?
That serpent's bite would have been trouble...
Hey, there's something here!
Ooh, it's all squirmy! Is this like a land eel?
Hmm, what do we have here...?
This may yet have some use...
Oh, there's something here.
This'd cause a panic if it got into someone's clothing...
What is this...?
We have anything to preserve it in?
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What are you doing? There's nothing here!
How dare you resist us43 We'll teach you some respect!
What are you doing here?
Wait! What is that you're holding...?
That's the 0E lfin Bow! It's a sacred treasure!
Why do you have it43 Return it immediately!
We'll give you this Beasterfang instead.
It suits you better anyway.
Young'uns nowadays try to do everything the easy way...
Our standards have dropped so low... *sigh*
Sorry. I hope I didn't offend you.
Who are you?
This forest is sacred to us! Get out!
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
Is everyone here?
Not being able to fight is making me crazy...
Hey Durant, come over here for a second.
Check this out. I bet we can go unnoticed if we go this way.
What a fortuitous discovery... Let us change our route.
Dammit, there's too many of them!
We'll have to fight. Stay alert, everyone!
Who're you?
Whoops! How'd they find me43
My stars! A witch, out here43
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Wow! Lucky me!
An Undine all for myself!
Huh? What43
Who are you...? I can tell you're a skilled magic user...
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
Who are you? Those powers... You're no ordinary witch.
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
Who are you? You're not with the Imperials...
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
This is an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What are you doing43
We don't have anything!
Resisting, eh? We'll teach you the proper respect!
Aieeee! S-Someone, help!
We are a race of hunters. This forest is our home.
To us, it's sacred ground.
Lately, though, there have been many outsiders here...
The Imperial Army soldiers are the worst offenders.
All we want is to live in peace here...
This forest is our sacred home.
Lately, though, there have been many outsiders here...
All we want is to live in peace here...
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
It... can't be...
We've... failed...
How do you like that!
Owwww! What was that for43
Ohhhh! How dare you defy the lovely Pamela43
Dammit, now you've done it!
Identify yourself!
Ouchie!
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Ugh... I'm not down yet!
Who are you43
Ouchie!
C'mon, let's not fight!
Owww!
How's that? Had enough yet?
What was that for43
Ow... How dare you!
You should know better than to piss off a witch!
Was that effective?
What was that for43
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Tch... I'll remember this.
Hah!
Ouchie!
Now I'm really mad!
Tch... That was careless...
Take that!
Ouchie!
Now I'm really mad!
I'm done playing around!
Phew! I thought we were done for...
That was closer than I'd like...
No kidding... I think I lost a couple years off my life!
This is one dense forest... Are we near the exit yet?
I believe we're almost halfway through now.
Let's fo26 us on getting through the remainder without incident.
There's a battle up ahead...
That's... the bounty hunter, Mizer!
Who's he fighting? I've never seen him before.
Let's get a little closer...
I never thought I'd run into the magnificent Cruz here.
Sorry, but the reward on your head is too nice to pass up!
I wonder... Is he the same man I think he is?
I've heard the people of Karona formed their own Resistance.
Their leader's name is Cruz...
Sounds like our kinda guy! Let's lend a hand!
Esq. Milanor! Wait!
Huh? Who goes there43 I'm doing business here!
We're the ones who've got business with him, not you!
What the43 The Liberation Army...!
W-Why are you here43
...The Liberation Army? Really43
We're here to help!
Let us assist you!
Nietzsche'll help!
Let us help you!
We're here to help.
I'll lend you my sword!
Hey, who knew there was a village here?
W-Who are you43
Alright! Hand over your valuables!
I'm a simple hermit. It's been many years since I came here...
I have learned many things in that time.
Do you know of the World Tree?
Somewhere in this forest is a special tree...
There, you'll find a shrine to the World Tree.
If you pay homage there, I'm sure you'll gain something.
Somewhere in this forest is a special tree...
There, you'll find a shrine to the World Tree.
Are you alright?
I'm fine, thanks to you.
Are you the famed leader of the Resistance?
My name's C35 uz. This forest is our Resistance's headquarters.
So, you're the Liberation Army? You're spread kinda thin...
It's, uh... easier to move unnoticed with fewer people.
Works for me. Hey, can I join? The Empire's killed off my men.
With you guys, I can teach those Imperials a lesson!
Er... How about it, Durant? It's your call.
We welcome anyone whose goal is aligned with ours!
Great! Count me in!
Now that we're pals, can you help me reclaim our hideout?
Those bounty hunters took it from me.
*sigh* Alright. Lead the way...
Thanks! It's right over here.
There it is... Our former hideout.
Okay, let's go!
I've taken back the hideout!
The hideout has been reclaimed!
Nietzsche got the man's hideout back!
The hideout is ours again!
I've recovered the hideout.
We've taken back the hideout!
Sweet! I've got our hideout back!
Hey, I think I heard something from over there!
Crap! Imperial soldiers are coming for us!
We'd better split before they find us.
Hey, I think I heard something from over there!
Crap! Imperial soldiers are coming for us!
We'd better split before they find us.
We've gotta get through here! You can lead the way, right?
Sure thing! I know this forest like the back of my hand.
Alright, head for the next waypoint!
When you get there, just wait and try to not make any noise.
Goodbye, hideout...
I wish I'd gotten to spend more time with you!
I've found them! It's the Royal Army!
Hurry, everyone! Try to lose them in the woods!
This way! Follow me!
Hey, what's this...?
A beehive... It's empty, I hope.
Hm? What's this...?
...I hear buzzing inside it...
Hey, there's something here!
It's making a weird buzzing sound.
Hmm, what do we have here...?
They say one can die from being stung by these.
Oh, there's something here.
Ahh! Yeesh, why is everything we find so dangerous...?
What is this...?
I can hear buzzing inside...
Hm? This is...
Uh, is that buzzing I hear inside?
Hey, what's this growing here?
It looks nasty, but it tastes pretty great...
Hm? What's this...?
It looks nutritious.
Hey, there's something here!
This mushroom looks yummy!
Hmm, what do we have here...?
Ah... This mushroom can boost one's strength.
Oh, there's something here.
This is a real delicacy! It's good for you, too.
What is this...?
I think this boosts your strength...
Huh? What's this?
Hey, this is pretty rare. I hear it boosts your strength.
See? No problems!
Esq. Milanor, were we followed?
I don't see anyone. I think we lost 'em.
Hmm... If we're not certain, we should hurry ahead.
Aren't we there yet?
There's still some ways to go, but we're in the home stretch.
I guess we better get going, then, before they find us.
Let's get a move on...
Someone's nearby, I can feel it.
There seems to be a detachment of Imperial soldiers ahead.
A rather large one, at tha37 .
I doubt we could fight that many... Let's go around 'em.
Y'know, the Imperials sure are out in force in these parts.
Indeed. It's a sure sign that the Princess is beyond here.
Things are heating up, people. Stay on your toes.
It's that time again... We're heading to the next waypoint.
What I wouldn't give for fog like the Lenessey Mountains...
Hey, what's this...?
Is this a branch of that World Tree...?
It's withered, but even so, that means...
Hm? What's this...?
This is... a branch of the World Tree.
It's withered, but its presence here would mean...
Hey, there's something here!
Is this a branch of that World Tree?
It's withered, but gosh... If this is here, then...!
Hmm, what do we have here...?
This is... a branch of the World Tree?
It's withered, but finding one here means...
Oh, there's something here.
This is a World Tree branch.
It's withered, but if this is here, then...
Is this really...?
...A branch of the World Tree43
It may be withered, but if this is here, that means...
Huh? What's this?
Is this... a branch of the World Tree43
It's withered, but if this is here, then...
Hey, what's this...?
Wow, what a find.
Hm? What's this...?
This is amazing...
Hey, there's something here!
Yay! Nietzsche found something cool!
Hmm, what have we here...?
Now this is impressive...
Oh, there's something here.
What a rare find!
What is this...?
We should defnitely hang on to this.
What's this thing?FF Cool!
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What's the meaning of this43
This is a sacred shrine! Stop this at once!
Don't you dare resist us! We'll teach you some respect!
Aaaah!
Ah, did the hermit tell you about this place?
I am this shrine's caretaker, and the World Tree's guardian.
The World Tree is the only one of its kind...
My clan has protected it for generations.
Lately, the tree's branches have been withering...
The world is in turmoil from the ever-spreading war.
Perhaps this tree is sensitive to such things...
When this tree dies... It means the end of our world.
I hope that doesn't happen for a long time.
The World Tree is the only one of its kind...
Lately, the tree's branches have been withering...
The world is in turmoil from the ever-spreading war.
Perhaps this tree is sensitive to such things...
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
Whoa! Watch out, there's more Imperial soldiers here.
Be careful. We're nearing a group of Imperial soldiers.
That was close! I almost ran into those soldiers...
Be careful! There's a lot of Imperial goons up ahead.
Take caution... Imperial soldiers are lurking ahead.
Careful, guys... There's a lot of Imperial soldiers ahead.
Hey, be careful! The Empire has men lurking just ahead.
Who's there43
Damn! They found us!
Who's there43
Curses! We've been found!
Who's there43
Oh, no! They found me!
Who's there43
Ugh, I've been spotted!
Who's there43
They've found me...
Who's there43
Dammit! They found me!
Who's there43
Uh-oh! They got me!
It's the enemy! We're under attack!
Dammit! Looks like we're in for a fight!
Hmm, what have we here...?
Alright! We've hit another waypoint.
Just a little further...
Man, all this sneaking around takes me back...
Our next waypoint lies in this direction.
Seems like the further we go, the heavier the guard is...
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What are you doing43
You dare to resist43 You need a lesson in respect!
This forest hasn't been very peaceful lately.
Troops from the Empire or something are wandering about.
We just want to live in peace...
They drove us from the Kingdom, but life here wasn't so bad.
We just want to live in peace...
They drove us from the Kingdom, but life here wasn't so bad.
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-WhW-Who are you43
You dare to resist43 You need a lesson in respect!
First the Empire was stomping around, and now the Kingdom?
It's a7C real party around here all of a sudden!
Listen up: This forest is a sacred place. Tread carefully.
A lot of people here hate the Kingdom as bad as the Empire...
Listen up: This forest is a sacred place. Tread carefully.
A lot of people here hate the Kingdom as bad as the Empire...
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
It seems everyone is asleep...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
What the43 It's them!
Damn! They found us!
What the43 Are you...43
Curses! We've been found!
What the43 Are you...43
Oh, no! They found me!
What the43 Are you...43
Ugh, I've been spotted!
What the43 Are you...43
They've found me...
What the43 Are you...43
Dammit! They found me!
What the43 Are you...43
Uh-oh! They got me!
Everyone! The Royal Army is here!
Dammit! Looks like we're in for a fight!
Everyone accounted for?
We're very near the exit now, I believe.
Yeah... I can almost see the sun.
Ah! Do you see it? The exit is there!
One last advance, and we'll be out of the forest!
About time! Let's go!
Who are you?
Whoops! How'd they find me43
You're not very good at hiding...
Augh! They found me AGAIN43
My stars! A witch, out here43
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
You're the witch we stumbled across before...
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Wow! Lucky me!
An Undine all for myself!
Huh? What43
There it is again! This is my luc2E y day!
A healthy Undine is so rare!
You're mine, little Undine!
Huh? S-Stop saying that!
Who are you...? I can tell you're a skilled magic user...
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
That witch again... You're still hanging around here?
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Who are you? Those powers... You're no ordinary witch.
Oh, a fellow magician! Bonjour!
Not you again...
What? You got a problem with me, buster43
Who are you? You're not with the Imperials...
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
You're that witch...
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
What's with this girl?
Ahahaha... H-Hi there!
Hm...? Who's there43
Huh43 How'd they find me43
I'm such a klutz! How could this happen...43
C'mon, Pamela, get it together... Uhhh...
Spirits of the forest... Shroud my body within your arms...
How do you like that!
Owwww! What was that for43
Ohhhh! How dare you defy the lovely Pamela43
Dammit, now you've done it!
Identify yourself!
Ouchie!
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Ugh... I'm not down yet!
Who are you43
Ouchie!
C'mon, let's not fight!
Owww!
How's that? Had enough yet?
What was that for43
Ow... How dare you!
You should know better than to piss off a witch!
Was that effective?
What was that for43
You'll regret making a witch angry!
Tch... I'll remember this.
Hah!
Ouchie!
Now I'm really mad!
Tch... That was careless...
Take that!
Ouchie!
Now I'm really mad!
I'm done playing around!
My body is a leaf... My form is a branch...
(Geez, why does this spell have to take so long to cast43 )
Sea of green, embrace me!
Hah!
We've emerged from the forest...!
Finally!
So, this is...?
Lost Aries. A desolate place known as the Land of Ruin.
Why would they drag her all the way to a place like this...?
Dammit, there's too many of them!
No way out but to fight! Look alive, everyone!
Gah! You're the last person I wanted to see here!
Is that Milanor43 Why are you here...43
Tch! We have no choice but to fight...
You know that we can't let you leave here alive!
Oh! You're that armored lady!
What are you all doing here43
Tch... Not this troublesome tomboy again.
You know that we can't let you leave here alive!
So, you've found us...
You know that we can't let you leave here alive!
Put away your sword, Aegina. I don't want to fight you.
Silence, traitor! You should be ashamed of yourself!
Tch! If I die, I'm taking you with me!
A survivor of the Resistance...? I'll show you no mercy!
Huh... Whatever this is, it has some deep roots.
Oh, a potato... It seems different somehow, though.
Hm? What's this...?
This seems different from a regular potato...
Hey, there's something growing here!
Nyoink!
Aww, it's only a potato...
It seems different from a regular one, though.
Hmm, what do we have here...?
A Protato... It helps build strong bones.
Oh, there's something here.
Hmmm... Not a very ladylike food.
This could prove useful...
This'll be good fo35 my upper body strength.
Huh? What's this?
I hear that you get really buff if you eat these.
It... can't be...
Take this! And this!
...Ugh!
Is that the best you can do?
N-Now you're gonna get it!
Phew! I thought we were done for...
Indeed, it was closer than I would have liked.
No kidding. I think that shaved a couple years off my life...
So, this is...?
Lost Aries. A desolate place known as the Land of Ruin.
Why would they drag her all the way to a place like this...?
Security here is looser than I thought it'd be.
They must have concentrated their forces in the forest.
Makes sense... So, let's hit 'em while they're off guard!
That's... the Royal Army43 W-We're under attack!
It's too late now!
There aren't many of them. We've got the upper hand!
I've failed...!
Argh!
What gives...? These guys are amateurs.
...Something's wrong. They would never be this unprepared...
...Strange. It's as if they are going through the motions.
Weird... This is almost too easy.
Huh? I'm done already! That's weird...
...Something's wrong. Aren't these guys too weak?
Peculiar... These men are too weak to guard the Princess.
Ahh, you're just imagining things. Let's hurry!
Now's our chance! Onward!
I'm starting to think you guys were right... It's too quiet.
Heheheh... You fell for it!
Huh?
Haaa ha ha! I was getting bored waiting for you, kid!
The Black Knight...43
We're merchants from Nyllard.
There were Imp28 rial soldiers all over the forest.
We got lost trying to avoid them and ended up here.
But, who's going to buy anything in Lost Aries?
Dammit! I hate this stupid war!
We got lost trying to avoid all the fighting going on.
Our business is ruined! We need compensation for this...
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep.
They're all asleep.
They're sleeping.
Master Milanor! More enemies are approaching from behind!
What43
It's Zilva's Special Forces!
Dammit! We're trapped!
I've been wanting to pay you back for your lip, kid!
Gah! We've got to get past them somehow...
I'll go ahead, then.
I'm going ahead!
Hey, what's this...?
Talk about bad taste...
Hm? What's this...?
What an eerie-looking stone...
Hey, there's something here!
Ugh! This is scary...
Hm, what do we have here...?
This stone emits an impressive amount of dark energy.
Oh, there's something here.
I can feel waves of negative energy coming from it...
What is this...?
Ugh... What a creepy-looking stone.
Huh? What's this?
What the heck43
What's this thing?
It's shaped like a skull... There's no way this is good.
I found something.
It has a dark energy...
From here on out is the Land of Ruin...
It's a barren place where nothing grows.
I don't know why you're here, but you must have a reason...
Just be careful.
From here on out is the Land of Ruin...
It's a barren place where nothing grows.
If you're going further, just be careful.
Gah! Who the hell shot that43
M-My cheek... That thing grazed me!
I can't... I can't do it!
So it's you, Elena...
Your aim's way off! You shoulda shot me in the heart!
Zilva! She's your girl, so this is your call.
...Understood.
Heh... This should be interesting.
Anyway, I'll have my shot at you guys soon enough...
If you live that long, I'll see you at the Gate of Atonement!
Haaahahahaha!
Master Zilva...
All traitors must die. Even if you are Sir Leon's sister.
You know the rules.
But, Master Zilva! I must stop my brother...!
You're a gifted student. I had hoped you would succeed me...
............
Your death will be swift and painless... My gift to you.
Master Zilva...
That Black Knight...
He set this whole thing up just to watch us squirm?
What a bastard...
Look! It seems the Empire has a deserter in the ranks.
They're focusing all their attention on her and not us...
If we're to attack, now is our chance.
I get it...
Then, let's attack the Special Forces and save the traitor!
Any enemy of theirs is a friend of ours!
We need to get to that traitor before they kill her!
I'll go ahead, then.
I'm going ahead!
Did we make it in time43
Hey, what's this...?
This'd be perfect for Durant!
Hm? What's this...?
It's the weapon the Black Knight was using.
Hey, there's so30 ething here!
I bet this is a really good weapon!
Hmm, what do we have here...?
Heh. The Black Knight forgot his spear...
Oh, there's something here.
It's the lance that Leon was using.
What is this...?
Sir Durant should carry this.
Huh? What's this?
It's the lance that the Black Knight guy had.
I found something!
It's a hefty-looking lance!
...Please... Someone, stop my brother...
Don't resist, Elena.
Tch...!
Master Zilva! Someone is flying this way!
What?
It's Kylier!
Real tough of you, ganging up on one little girl like that!
That was close.
............
So, why'd you turn on Leon like that?
C'mon, you can tell us. We saved your life!
............
Thank you for saving me.
But...
I must hurry...
I'm sorry!
Hey! Wait!
...She's gone.
She's an Imperial soldier... They're still our enemy.
It could be a ruse to try and spy on us.
I dunno... Judging by that look in her eyes, I don't think so.
She seemed really desperate about something.
Well, no harm done. We've got to hurry, though.
We should get out of here, quick.
Smash anyone who gets in our way!
Lost Aries is my home! They're not welcome here!
Is everyone here?
C'mon, let's get through this valley!
Hurry, everyone!
So, this is the Land of Ruin... It truly is a wasteland.
Hey, people live here, y'know. There are towns here, too.
Perhaps we should visit the towns first, then.
Yeesh, where we do start...?
A word, Lady Kylier... Why are you 2B elping us?
Hey, yeah. You seemed pretty down on the Kingdom before.
What's gotten into you?
None of your business! I do whatever I feel like.
If you must know, I came cause I knew you're such a klutz!
What43 Why you...!
Hold, Esq. Milanor. Lady Kylier has been a great help.
Milady, I thank you on behalf of my Princess.
Stow it! I'm not here to be fawned over by Royal lapdogs!
Easy now... We need some clues on Yggdra's whereabouts.
Hmm, looks like we've got some company. Let's get 'em!
If you find a town, gather information there!
Hey! I see a town over there.
Maybe the people there know something...
There's a town straight ahead.
They may have some vital information...
Ooh, a town!
We could ask them stuff!
Look, there's a town.
They might be able to tell us something.
There's a town here.
Perhaps they know something related to Yggdra.
I can see a town up ahead.
Maybe we'll get some useful intel...
Seems like there's a town over there.
I hope we can find something out.
There's a town ahead.
They may know something.
There's a town over there.
Maybe the people there could tell us something.
Huh, what's this here...?
Oh, there's something here.
Hmm, what do we have here...?
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-Who are you43
How dare you resist43 You need to learn some respect!
My lineage is old, and very respected...
My clan defeated Brongaa, the feared Dragon of Purgatory.
Ahh...! I can tell that you're a skilled warrior, yes?
The glint in your eyes... Your unwavering strength...
You may be able to handle this...
Take this with you.
My lineage is old, and very respected...
My clan defeated Brongaa, the feared Dragon of Purgatory.
You are strong, but not on their level yet...
If you show me courage that supasses my ancestors...
Then, I will help you out.
I admire your bravery and will pray for you here.
Do not give up... Your effort will be rewarded in the end.
My lineage is old, and very respected...
My clan defeated Brongaa, the feared Dragon of Purgatory.
They carried weapons you would not be fit to lift.
I am sorry... Please leave.
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
They're sleeping.
I think they're sleeping...
Hey, what's this...?
Hm? What's this...?
Hey, there's something here!
Hmm, what do we have here...?
Oh, there's something here.
I found something!
This may prove useful...
I found something.
Huh? What's this?
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What are you doing43
This is a griffon ranch. We have nothing to hide!
Enough back talk! We'll teach you the proper respect!
Aieeee! S-Someone help...
Big sis!
Hey, Kylier! I haven't seen you here in a while.
I see 0A l's doing great too.
Squawk!
It's good to see you're doing well, but you never visit!
They say no news is good news...
As if! I get worried when I don't hear from you!
Coo! Coo!
Oh Zsa Zsa, how can you already be hungry again?
This one's going to be stronger than Al when I'm done with him.
I can't wait to see what he's like when he's matured.
Oh, visitors! Welcome.
I'm one of the world's few griffon breeders.
Griffons look like they can't be tamed, right?
Wrong!
Griffons raised from birth are the sweetest little things.
When they're mature, the Griffon Riders take 'em.
A good friend of mine is a Griffon Rider...
She rides a griffon called Adlerauge Luftgreif.
Do you know them? Say hi for me if you see them!
Griffons look like they can't be tamed, right? Nope!
Griffons raised from birth are the sweetest little things.
It's all about love. Showing affection is key.
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep...
They're sleeping.
Aww... They're so cute when they're sleeping.
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
W-What are you doing43
This is an orphanage. We're doing nothing wrong...
How dare you43 We'll teach you to resist us!
Ah, Kylier!
Nice to see you again, Father.
How have you been?
I was worried when you di27 n't come back after leaving here.
The children ask about you all the time, too.
Ahh, I'm fine. I've found my true calling.
...I see. I'm glad to hear it.
You were such a holy terror back then...
Praise God that you've become such a fine young woman!
...I trust that you eventually stopped wetting the bed, too?
F-Father! I got over that a long time ago! Uggghhh!
This is an orphanage.
We take care of children who have nowhere else to turn.
What business do you have here dressed for battle?
Do you intend to reignite strife in these lands?
Our fighting days are behind us. Leave this place.
The longer the war goes on, the more orphans I see here.
The children are always the ones to suffer most.
Will there ever come a time when they can live in peace?
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
They're sleeping.
Aww, they're all sound asleep.
You looking for someone?
Hmm... a young girl who's being held by the Imperial Army?
I'm not sure... Maybe someone in another town knows.
Either way, could you take your battle somewhere else?
I'm getting kinda sick of people fighting around here.
Can't you take your battle somewhere else?
I'm getting kinda sick of people fighting around here.
A young girl? Hmmm, nope, haven't seen any...
Imperial soldiers did pass this way, though...
I think they headed east?
I don't know why they'd go that way...
There's another town around here, though.
Maybe they'll be able to help. Sorry, kids.
You know, there's another town around here.
Maybe they'll be able to help.
You're looking for someone?
A young girl? She's a captive of the Imperial Army? Oh...
I did see her. Yes, they took a beautiful girl away.
There's a prison east of here. They must have gone there.
There was an Imperial higher- up with her, too.
What was his name...? Gulcasa, I think.
Okay, what have we learned so far?
There's a prison east of here. They must have gone there.
There was an Imperial higher- up with her, too.
What was his name...? Gulcasa, I think.
Aaagh!
W-We failed...!
From what we heard, it seems there's a prison east of here.
Kylier, you know this area, right?
Do you know the place they were talking about?
Yeah. There's a fort if you head east from here.
Past that, there's the "Gate of Atonement."
And, even further, there's an old prison...
A prison...!
I was pretty high up when I saw them, so I'm not positive...
But, that's probably where they're holding the princess.
A prison, huh... Alright, that's where we're going.
Let's get through here! Head for the waypoint!
Doesn't look like the enemy is hiding anywhere!
Alright, good! Let's go!
............
What the hell43
Y-You're that guy...!
I h24 d to tell you something. It's about your princess...
About Yggdra? What about her43
You must hurry.
Gulcasa will soon finish unbinding his soul...
If that happens... The princess will no longer be...
Hurry... You must save her... quickly...
Hey! Wait! What's gonna happen to her43
............
............
How is he even alive...? What's this... unbinding of the soul?
...We'll worry about that later. We've gotta save her first.
Is everyone here?
We're here for an inspection! Cooperate or else!
...There is nothing to inspect here.
We'll be the judge of that! Creepy old man...
There are 2 treasures buried in these lands.
One for strength...
One for wisdom...
He who finds both can slay the feared dragon.
...That's what the legend says, anyway.
He who finds both can slay the feared dragon.
...That's what the legend says, anyway.
Aaagh!
W-We've been defeated...!
Esq. Milanor... Who was that...?
...That's a great question. But, he says Yggddra's in danger.
......!
Who knows if we can trust him, but it sounds bad. Let's hurry.
Esq. Milanor... Something is bothering me.
What's up?
Claiming news of the princess and urging us to hurry...
Does this not seem like the makings of a trap to you?
That assassin... Lady Elena may have told them about us...
An Imperial unit could be lying in wait to ambush us.
............
Well, didn't Kylier say there's a fort up ahead?
I guess we'll find out when we get there.
I see a fort up ahead!
Tha37 must be the fortress that Lady Kylier mentioned.
Hm? Look over there... Isn't that Elena?
...That assassin... Is she fighting the fort's guards?
She looks like she's in trouble.
Reporting in, Sirs!
Emilia's aerial division is protecting the fort!
What43 Then, Elena is up against the Imperial Army!
Very well, we shall help... But, the princess is our priority!
Let us sally forth!
Yeah, let's go!
Traitor! I won't let you join the Kingdom!
Everyone! Catch her and teach her a lesson!
Tch... I'll never stop Brother at this rate...
You okay, Elena? You look like you're in a fix here.
We're here to help out! Let's go!
O-Okay!
Lady Elena... Our objective lies beyond here.
No harm will come to you, if you do not interfere with us.
...I understand.
You're the one who attacked Nietzsche's town!
Aren't those people your friends?
............
...I've been betrayed by the Empire before.
Well... It doesn't matter. I won't attack if you don't.
............
We've been betrayed by the Empire before.
Let us agree to simply stay out of one another's way.
............
...I'm sure you have your reasons.
You don't mind if I lend a hand, do you?
You're... Russell, the Astral Fencer43
Why are you with them?
We'll have time to chat later. Let's go!
............
They say the enemy of my enemy is my friend!
You're cool with me as long as you don't get in our way.
............
I don't know the score, but you seem to be having trouble.
I'll even things up. Come on!
...O-Okay!
Squawk!
Hm? What is it, boy?
Squaww-awwwk!
Eh? Check under here? Let's see...
Huh? There's something here...
Great job, Al!
Squawk!
You're of Vanir blood...? What are you doing here?
We Vanir have struggled under the Kingdom's oppression...
As you very well know. Why are you helping them?
It doesn't matter if that's the life you've chosen.
Just... please don't come back here!
............
What do you want, Royal Army?
The Kingdom has persecuted we Vanir for ages...
This is the last place left for us.
Now, the Empire is trying to ruin even these blasted lands!
Haven't we suffered enough? Please, just leave us alone!
This is the last place left for us.
Haven't we suffered enough? Please, just leave us alone!
Looks like they're getting some shuteye...
They must be sleeping...
Nighty-night, humans!
I expect they're asleep.
I'm sure they're sleeping.
They must be asleep...
They're all asleep.
They're sleeping.
I think they're sleeping...
Let us hurry and capture the fort!
Let's go, everyone!
Go ahead and try, Royal Army!
I'll show all of you!
Don't blame me if you run home crying!
You think you're the only ones that can fly?
What43 They have a Griffon Rider, too43 No fair!
Hey! Where are you keeping Yggdra43
I'm not gonna tell you!
Scarlet Princess! Return our leader to us!
Nuh-uh! My brother wants her!
He said he'll keep her alive until he45 s done with her!
What43
Nietzsche can fight without flying!
How rude!
Naughty children need to be spanked!
Oooh...! Stop making fun of me! I'll get you for that!
Imperial soldiers... They never seem to learn.
You're not so smart either, mister!
Surrender quietly, Princess. I don't want to fight you.
You lousy traitor!
I'll never forgive anyone who betrays my brother!
The Scarlet Princess! Now there's a worthy opponent!
Yes! Right! That's more like it!
Why did you betray my brother43
I have a brother, too... Please forgive me.
The fortress has fallen!
So, that huge thing's the Gate of Atonement...
Master Milanor.
...I heard. You're the Black Knight's sister?
Leon's? Then, why...?
You have to tell us, Elena. We need to be able to trust you.
...I...
...I can't forgive my brother.
He terrorizes both his enemies and his allies.
He shows no mercy to soldiers or to civilians.
He even tortures the civilians he captures...
He's changed so much... But, I couldn't just let him be.
So...
...So, you thought you'd kill him yourself.
I joined the Special Forces and waited for a chance.
What now? Surely you can't return to the Empire?
I must stop my brother... Please, let me go with you!
But... how are we to trust a former Imperial assassin?
Zilva's Special Forces are composed of trained kille
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