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[Sotel Kiseki]

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

[Grim Angel Kotaro]

Zilva's Special Forces are
composed of trained killers.

Who's to say you won't murder
us in our sleep?

That's an awfully indirect
plan for the Empir28 , isn't it?

If they were going to kill us,
they'd just do it straight on.

How 'bout we let Yggdra decide?

Let the Princess decide?

If she says no, then Elena
goes her own way.

Of course, we gotta find
Yggdra first.

...That's true. We don't have
much time to spare.

Then, Lady Elena...

We'll accept your help for
now.

However, if you betray us,
I shall show no mercy.

I understand. I know what it
means to betray someone...

............

The Black Knight is waiting
for us up ahead.

One way or the other, you'll
have to settle this soon.

Yes...

Elena43 You're one of the
Kingdom's dogs now, too43

Brother...

You really think you can
beat me?

I don't care if you're my
sister, you're gonna die!

Elena, you don't have to
do this yourself...

No... I'm alright. He must be
stopped...

Here I come, big guy!

You got a death wish, too43
Come on, I'll grant it!

Black Knight! Let's finish
this once and for all!

Ha! Cocky as ever, kid!

Black Knight Leon, I challenge
thee!

You got a death wish, too43
Come on, I'll grant it!

So, you looking to die too43

Huh? Nietzsche doesn't want
to die. Stupid knight!

If you don't want to die,
stay out of our way.

Haw! You talking to me?

Leon... It's time to settle the
score.

Haw! You talking to me,
bright boy?

I'll kill you AND Elena! Death
to all traitors!

Come on then, if you think
you can.

This is for everyone... Prepare
yourself, Imperial slime!

Haw! A maggot speaking... Now
I've seen everything!

Brother... I will stop you...!

I'll do you a favor, sis: I'll
kill you in just one hit!

*giggle* Welcome to the town
of night!

You look like brave boys and
girls... How lovely!

Want to swap something for
what I've got?

You give me an item, and I'll
give you my treasure!

Doesn't that sound like fun?

This is a metal found only in
the Netherworld! It's yours!

*giggle* Welcome to the town
of night!

Aww... You look kinda down in
the dumps.

Oh, well.

Want to swap something for
what I've got?

You give me an item, and I'll
give you my treasure!

Doesn't that sound like fun?

This is a fruit that grows in
the Netherworld! It's yours!

This is a metal found only in
the Netherworld! It's yours!

I'm sure you'll find a use for
it! *giggle*

This is a fruit that grows in
the Netherworld! It's yours!

I'm sure you'll find a use for
it! *giggle*

*giggle* Welcome to the town
of night!

Oh? You didn't bring anything
to swap.

Oh, well. Come again!

Ah, I welcome you to our
humble abode...

This village can only be
entered at night.

What's your story? You want
to make a contract with me?

The power of darkness can be
yours... Just sign here.

Congrats. The power of
darkness is yours... *chuckle*

Congrats. The power of
darkness is yours... *chuckle*

Hey, you can see pretty far
from here.

So, that's the Gate of
Atonement...

Then, that must be the prison
behi31 d it.

So, that's the Gate of
Atonement...

Then, that must be the prison
behind it.

That monument there is the
Gate of Atonement.

Beyond that lies... Galleon
Prison...

Wow! I can see really far
away!

There's a big gate, and then
a big building...

There's a big gate, and then
a big building...

You can see everything from
here...

It is a nice view, but the
wind is rather strong...

That's the Gate of Atonement...
And past that, Galleon Prison.

Whoa! I can see all the way
out.

I see a gate. There's a
building past it, too...

Is that the prison we heard
about?

I see a gate. There's a
building past it, too...

Is that the prison we heard
about?

There's the Gate of Atonement,
followed by Galleon Prison...

There definitely is a building
past the gate.

This view's nice, but nothing
a Griffon Rider hasn't seen.

U-Ugh...!

Ha!

You're a lightweight, sis! I
didn't feel a thing!

This is what happens to girls
who betray their family!

Ugh!

The Black Cavalry is no more!

He was a terrible foe until
the end...

Was I able to stop my
brother...?

...Did I really do the right
thing?

...Leon...

We're going to Galleon Prison.
Elena... What about you?

Your mission is complete. You
have no reason to stay.

Please, give me time. I want
to bury my brother...

After that, I will catch up
with you.

Please go ahead.

Of course. Let's go, guys.

See you later.

What? Kylier, you've come this
far, and now this again?

I d32 n't want anything to do
with saving that princess.

I came 'cause I was worried
about you, dumbass!

Wha...?

If you like that princess so
much, go ahead! C'mon, Al!

Squawk!

...Geez, suit yourself!

We're past the Gate of
Atonement... where is she?

Their security is lax... Has the
princess been moved again?

Hey, is that...?

Look at that cross...!

That's... the P-Princess!

No... Are we too late43

Don't panic! I'm sure she's
still alive! Let's hurry!

Roll right over 'em! We've
gotta get to the princess!

Hey! Are you okay43

...U-Ugh...

...She's alive!

Don't worry, everyone!
Yggdra's safe!

We gotta get her out of here,
though! Someone come help!

Hey, what's this...?

Is there any reason to keep
this...?

Hm? What's this...?

Ah, an antique music box.

Hey, there's something here!

Does this still work?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

It's an antique music box...

Oh, there's something here.

This is a real antique!

What is this...?

It looks very old, but it's
broken...

Flone might like this.

Huh? What's this?

A music box, huh? Does it
still work?

Hey, what's this...?

You never know when this
could come in handy.

Hm? What's this...?

This may prove useful.

Hey, there's something here!

I'll hold onto it, just in
case!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

It's just a rope...

Oh, there's something here.

This may come in handy.

What is this...?

Never know what you'll need
a rope for.

Huh? What's this?

Hey, we could use it to tie
up Imperial soldiers!

Yeesh... This place gives me
the willies.

What's this...? I suddenly have
an ominous feeling...

What manner of villainy goes
on here...?

What is this place?
Nietzsche's scared...

Ugh... I feel a weird pressure
from this place.

What's in there...?

...What a strange pressure
emanating from here...

It's as if something with
enormous power is inside...

I've got goosebumps from this
place... It feels dangerous.

Ugh, what an awful feeling.
What's in there...?

Ugh... I lost...!

E-Excuse me, Your Majesty!

...What is it? I'm in the middle
of the ritual...

The Royal Army has entered
the area!

General Leon is dead, and they
took Princess Yggdra back!

Indeed? So, they've come this
far...

She still has a vital role to
play. We cannot lose her now.

Send the main force to pursue
them! I'll go with them.

Yes, Your Majesty!

Bad news...! They're after us!

Those troops... It's the
Imperial Army's main force!

Crap! Gulcasa's with them!

Royal Army... I will not let you
escape!

We don't stand a chance like
this!

We must withdraw! Quickly!

S-Sir! Imperial forces have
been sighted ahead!

What43 Not now...!

That's...!

It's the Valkyrie Aegina's
unit!

Gulcasa's right on our heels...
We're trapped!

I knew there was a reason why
General Emilia retreated.

You've done well to make it
here, Royal Army...

But, this is as far as you
come!

We have you now!

We've gotta get rid of Aegina
before 10 ulcasa catches up...

I owe you for what happened
back in Marduk Woods.

Let me return the favor...

Here I come!

We've gotta get rid of Aegina
before Gulcasa catches up...

Hey, what's this...?

It's so rusty, it's falling
apart...

Hm? What's this...?

This looks well-crafted, but
it's seen better days...

Hey, there's something here!

Is this treasure or trash?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

It's rusted now, but I believe
this was once a famous sword.

Oh, there's something here.

How can we use something as
shabby as this?

What is this...?

It was a fine sword, but now
it's rusted. What a waste.

Huh? What's this?

Well... I guess maybe you could
use it as a club...

We're in a tight spot... Dammit,
isn't there any way out?

Master Milanor! Someone's
coming this way!

More of them43

Hey, wait! That's... Elena!

Master Milanor! Sorry I'm
late.

Better late than never, Elena!
Good to see you safe!

Everyone! Elena's here!

Elena, help us take out
Aegina's unit!

Understood!

I'll snipe her from the cliff.
Just hold out until then!

Can do!

...I can get a clear shot from
here.

You're on my list, but it'll
have to wait until next time!

Return the princess
immediately!

Emperor of Carnage, we shall
battle later! Until then...!.

Fools! Do you think you can
escape43

You'll find escape impossible!

Y-You're a scary man!

I've got an idea: Stop getting
in our way!

You won't get away from me!

You'll have to7C excuse us,
Emperor. Open the path.

Your impertinence is
unforgivable!

I never thought you'd take up
arms against me...!

Flone and I are finally free
from your control, Emperor.

Grrr... We'll have to settle
this next time.

You assume you shall escape
our current encounter!

Your Majesty...!

You've betrayed me as well...?
A pity... So be it!

What's this...?

There's a mysterious power
coming from this thing...

A-Aaaagh...!

Oh, my God! The Commander's
been shot in the eye!

Commander Aegina43 Look out,
there's a sniper!

Commander! Hang in there!

We're in trouble...! Retreat!
Everyone, withdraw!

Nice shot, Elena! Aegina's
unit is panicking!

Now's your chance, Master
Milanor!

You heard the lady! Let's
hurry up and get outta here!

Alright! We made it!

We're rid of them...! That was
a nerve-wracking experience.

You said it... I'm sure it gave
me a few gray hairs.

We owe Elena our lives. You'd
better thank her, Durant.

...You are right. Forgive me,
milady, for not trusting you.

No, I just...

Why don't we leave it at that?
Mission accomplished!

Right now, we need to focus
on getting Yggdra back home.

Won't she be surprised to see
the new faces?

Let's hurry back. Come on,
Elena.

O-Okay...!

Well? How're you doing?

Thank you. I'm doing much
better now.

You were out cold for a whole
week. We were really worried.

I'm sorry... This is all because
I acted rashly...

Yeah... You're the boss here,
you know.

Let this just be a lesson not
to run off half-cocked.

...Yes...

Excuse me, Princess.

Mother Paltina wishes to see
you...

...Mother Paltina? Here to see
me?

...Huh? Who's Mother Paltina?

A seer who's lived here as
long as I can remember.

Huh...

It must be urgent... Let her
through at once.

Princess. I'm glad to see
that you're in good health.

I'm glad to see you well, too.

I heard that you wanted to
speak with me...?

Yes. A red comet appeared in
the northern sky 7 days ago...

It is a disastrous star with
ominous powers...

That star is the harbinger of
a terrible catastrophe.

A catastrophe? What's going to
happen?

Something dreadful is about to
awaken. Something terrible...

The evil star has disrupted
the flow of the heavens.

How is this connected to me?

It is our sovereign's duty to
fend off misfortune.

For this, the Holy Sword's
true powers are necessary.

The true power of the Holy
Sword?

...To unleash this power, one
must ascend the throne.

Princess, you have not been
properly coronated yet...

Me... Ascend the throne...?

The coronation traditionally
takes place in Welheim.

Hurry to the Holy Land and
perform the ceremony.

That is the only way to stand
against the catastrophe.

...I understand... I will prepare
to depart immediately.

Durant, please gather our
forces to escort us.

Of course, Princess.

This is for your journey. Use
it well.

May the Gran Centurio protect
y32 u...

How are you feeling, Princess?

I'm alright.

How could anyone feel alright
in this heat? It's an oven...

I'm burning up out here!

I understand... But we must
hurry.

The heat is taking its toll
on our soldiers.

Fortunately, we are not far
from an oasis town.

We shall resupply there as we
advance.

Hey, look over there.

Someone else had the same idea.
Looks like that bounty hunter.

What are they up to here...?

No good, that's what. Let's
chase 'em off!

It's quite difficult to move
here.

Careful, those burning sands
will slow you down!

We have driven out the enemy.

Whew... Now we can take
a break.

Huh? Someone's collapsed out
here!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

Hey, hang in there! Drink
this, fast!

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

............

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Someone has passed out here!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

Hold on! We have water for
you! Here, drink...

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank y32 u so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

............

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

My stars! Someone is
unconscious up ahead!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

What is an Undine doing in
such a place43

Hold fast, milady! I have a
canteen for you!

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

...Lost so close to home? I
worry for your well-being...

Oh, uh... I-I'll be fine! Don't
you worry about me!

Anyway, thanks for saving me!
Here's something in return.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Hey, someone's fainted!
She's...

Ohhhh... W-Water...

What's an Undine doing in the
desert43

Well, Nietzsche is here too,
I guess...

No matter! Are you okay? Here,
have some water!

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Huh? What's an Undine doing
all the way out here?

............

I-I guess you're probably
wondering the same thing...

I live in an oasis nearby.
But, well, I get lost easily.

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just us
Undines, move freely in water!

Someone's fainted here... Is
she dying?

Ohhhh... W-Water...

It'll be alright. Here, drink
this.

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

............

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Oh, someone's passed out
here!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

What's an Undine doing in the
desert...?

Here, drink some water.

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

That must be tough...

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Looks like the heat got to
someone here.

Ohhhh... W-Water...

W-What's an Undine doing in
the middle of the desert43

Are you okay43 Here, have some
water.

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

...You got lost so close to
home? Uh... That's not good...

Oh, uh... I-I'll be fine! Don't
you worry about me!

Anyway, thanks for saving me!
Here's something in return.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Someone's unconscious here.

Ohhhh... W-Water...

Hold on. Here's some water.

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

............

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Oh, my gosh! Someone's passed
out here!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

I hope she'll be okay... Here,
have some water.

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in 24 nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

Gosh, you're lucky I showed
up! Does this happen often...?

...Uh... N-Never mind about
that!

Anyway, you saved my life!
Take this in return.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Someone's fainted here!

Ohhhh... W-Water...

Hang in there! Here, drink
some water!

Ahh! Water! Water! Precious
water! Thank you!

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug*

*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*
*glug* *glug* *glug* *glug*

Phew!

I thought I was done for.
Thank you so much.

Wondering what I'm doing out
here? I live in a nearby oasis.

But, my sense of direction
isn't so good, and I got lost.

............

Whew, you saved my life! This
is for you, with my thanks.

It'll let anyone, not just
Undines, move freely in water!

Oh, yeah, there was one more
thing.

At my oasis, there's a stone
that shines at night.

If you have time, you should
go check it out!

Hey, what's this shiny thing?

Wow, pretty! I've never seen
this before.

See? I toldja! Go on, take it!

Alright, we're done
resupplying. What's next?

There's another oasis city
up ahead.

We'll head for there.

My father traveled this path
for his coronation, too...

You guys like the heat, huh?
Hey, there's the next oasis!

Oh, no you don't! You ain't
going nowhere!

Is this some kind of ambush?

This heat's too bad for you...
Heheheh.

W-What are you doing43

Alright! Hand over your
valuables!

Oh! Perfect timing!

Would you guys mind letting us
use that rope?

Our wagon broke down, and
we're stranded out here.

Thanks! This is just what we
needed to repair the wagon.

Here, take this in return.

It works well in the evening.
Use it well!

Our wagon broke down, and
we're stranded out here.

What are we gonna do...?

We're saved! Thanks a ton!

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.

They're sleeping.

Hey, what's this...?

A rose in the middle of the
desert... That's strange.

This is...

These flowers only bloom
during the day...

Hm? What's this...?

How strange to see a rose in
such a place...

Hey, there's something here!

Flowers can bloom here, too?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Mm. I prefer black roses.

Oh, there's something here.

How beautiful... A rose blooming
in the desert...

I found something!

Think these are good to eat?

What is this...?

How rare. Flone would love
this.

I found something.

It's... beautiful.

Huh? What's this?

I've never seen anything like
this in the forest.

Identify yourselves!

Idiots! What kind of thief
gives away his identity43

Wait! That's Princess Yggdra!

Howdy, princess! I'm Dort, and
this here's my turf!

We are travelling to Welheim.

We have no reason to7C fight.
Please, let us through.

Oh, I bet I can think of a
few reasons.

You're an Imperial fugitive,
for one. That's worth a lot.

Scoundrel! How dare you call
the Princess a fugitive?

Gahahaha! Something wrong with
thieves going after bounties?

We weren't all born with
silver spoons in our mouths!

Gahahaha, here I come!

Careful, everyone! They're no
strangers to fighting!

Here I go, old man!

Gahahaha! I like the mouth on
this one! What else you got?

I'm not gonna go easy on you,
old man!

You'll be singing a different
tune when I'm done with you!

Come near me, and I shall
strike you down!

Gahahaha! A pretty face and
guts to boot!

Bandits, you now face a Royal
Knight!

Lookit this one, trying to be
a hero!

Bleccch... You smell like
alcohol...

An Undine...! She'll fetch us
a high price, boys!

Hey, filthy old man. Move
aside, will you?

No one talks that way to me!
Prepare for a beatdown, girl!

Move, now, unless you want
to get hurt.

You talking to me, or the bugs
on your clothes? Gahahaha!

I'll split your head in
two!

Come on then, if you think
you can...

Don't bother us, geezer!

W-What did you say? You're
dead!

He looks strong... Not that
smart, though.

Huh? Say that again!

Hey, what's this...?

Ooh, food.

This is...

Hm? What's this...?

Hey, there's something here!

It looks delicious! Yay!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Oh, there's something here.

I found something!

1D his may prove useful...

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

Are you travelers?

The bandits are getting
rowdier around here...

It's a risk just going
outside.

You should watch out, too.

The bandits are getting
rowdier around here...

You should watch out, too.

Eat this!

Ugh! You're tougher than I
thought.

There y'go!

Yikes!

How do you like that!

Ugh! You're tougher than I
expected.

There y'go!

Now you've done it!

Withdraw your men!

Y-You're good!

How 'bout that!

Ugh...!

I'll show no mercy to those
who threaten the Princess!

N-Not bad!

Ha! Take that!

...I'm not down yet!

Did I get him43

Guh43 Y-You're better than I
thought!

Hahah!

Owww!

Had enough yet, or do I have
to keep going?

Y-You...!

Ow... How dare you!

Gahahaha! Give up43

Exactly as I predicted.

Y-You...!

You barbarians...

Gahahaha! Give up43

Hah!

Y-You're better than I
expected!

Tch... That was careless...

Gahahaha! Give up43

Take this!

Y-You're better than I
expected!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

Gahahaha! Give up43

I never miss...

Y-You!

Tch... He caught me off guard...

Gahahaha! Give up43

Is that...?

Miss me, Milanor?

Back again? Make up your mind!

Pbbbbt! I'm helping you out
whether you like it or not!

Gahahaha, you're pretty good!

You won't be so lucky next
time, though!

That takes care of the
bandits.

Then, let us proceed to the
town of Sornetta!

Thank you, travelers. You've
saved us.

After the Temple Knights left,
we've had bandit problems.

I've heard ugly rumors about
things at St. Meriata.

If that's where you're going,
be careful.

Are you travelers?

The bandits are getting
rowdier around here...

It's a risk just going
outside.

You should watch out, too.

The bandits are getting
rowdier around here...

You should watch out, too.

I heard something interesting...

They say there's a mirage city
north of here.

I haven't been there to see
for myself, though.

If you go to investigate, be
careful of the bandits.

They say there's a mirage city
north of here.

If you go to investigate, be
careful of the bandits.

Huh? I think I see a town...

Is that... a town?

Hey, I see a town!

Hm? Is that a town...?

Hey! Is that a town43

Is that a town up ahead?

Hmm? Is that a real town?

There's a town here...?

What's that? A town...?

Master Milanor, I found a
town...

A visitor? How rare! Welcome
to Au-La-Hielo!

Our town is the miracle of
Nyllard!

The springs here are good for
both your health and beauty.

What? Coronation? You're going
to be the next queen43

You're pretty dusty for a
princess...

Surely you're not thinking
of being crowned like that?

You should wash up before you
ascend the throne.

That Elemina Mint is just the
ticket!

With that, you'll have skin as
smooth as a baby's! Come on!

Ahhhh... So refreshing...

Let's try that Elemina Mint...
Ooh, my skin's so smooth!

Hmm, she's taking a while...
What's sh28 doing in there?

I'd better check on her to
see if she's okay. Hello...?

43

Aiieeeeeee!

You're still in there43
S-Sorry!

I'll give you something
good, so please forgive me!

I wish you good fortune!
Here's a present from me!

If you take a bath here, your
skin won't be so dry.

Good luck on your coronation!

A visitor? How rare!

Welcome to the Mirage Town,
Au-La-Hielo!

Here, you'll find the spring
of beauty and health...

But, it's not much use if you
don't have an Elemina Mint.

If you're going to Sornetta,
head south.

Have a safe journey!

A visitor? How rare!

Welcome to the Mirage Town,
Au-La-Hielo!

Here, you'll find the spring
of beauty and health.

If you're going to Sornetta,
head south.

Have a safe journey!

You couldn't have done it
without me, Milanor!

Didn't you say you were done
helping the Royal Army?

I-I meant...

I was testing that princess of
yours to see what she's like!

Me?

Yeah, you. For the last time,
I'm not doing this for you.

*sigh* Now who's being
stubborn...?

Princess, we've finished
resupplying.

Thank you. Let's proceed to
the next oasis.

It's so damn hot. This is the
pits!

Our soldiers are also quite
exhausted, but...

We must persevere for the
princess' coronation.

We must all do our best for
her.

............

...So many people pour out their
sweat and blood for me...

How can I live up to their
expectations of me?

It's not an easy thing, to
ascend 37 he throne...

Princess, I see a group to
the west!

It looks like... the Imperial
Army.

Huh... They don't look like
they're after us for once.

...Let us proceed.

If they wish to fight us, then
we shall oblige them.

What are they up to? Weird...

Milanor, there're some bandits
in the town up ahead!

Looks like it's up to us to
bust 'em up again.

Welcome to Ranquet City.

This used to be a major city,
but...

Recently, Dort and his gang
have been raising hell...

It's ruining our business.

If you're on a journey through
the desert, beware.

Hey, what's this...?

This is...

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?

Hey, what's this...?

This is...

Hm? What's this...?

Hey, there's something here!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Oh, there's something here.

I found something!

What is this...?

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

Hey, what's this...?

Did someone drop this?

This is...

I think a girl wrote this.

Hm? What's this...?

Why is such a thing lying in
the desert?

Hey, there's something here!

I wish I could read what it
says in here...

Hmm... What do we have here?

It was written by a child...

Oh, there's something here.

Awww, how cute...

I found something!

Meh, too many words.

What is this...?

The penmanship is beautiful...
It's well-written, too.

I found something.

It's probably a young girl's
diary.

Huh? What's this?

Who dropped this diary?

Hey, what's this...?

This smells great... I bet it
tastes as good as it looks.

This is...

Oh, what a wonderful aroma...

Hm? What's this...?

That's a rather refreshing
scent.

Hey, there's something here!

Ooh! It looks delicious!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Oh, there's something here.

It has a pleasant aroma...

I found something!

Mm, food!

What is this...?

It has a nice, refreshing
smell...

I found something.

It looks good.

Huh? What's this?

Looks like some mighty tasty
fruit...

Ahhh!

Thank you so very much for
driving out those bandits.

Why are the bandits so active?

This area used to be protected
by knights of the Church.

The guards were known as the
Temple Knights.

The instant they vanished, the
bandits saw their opening...

Where did the Temple Knights
go off to?

Well... I hate to say this, but...

There's a problem with
corruption in the Church...

The Church?

Yes. The Temple Knights live
to uphold divine justice.

The corrupt officials didn't
care for their zeal...

I hear the Church disbanded
the Temple Knights.

That's more or less what I've
heard, too.

That explains why this place
is infested with bandits.

That's not the worst of it...

The Empire is behind the
corruption somehow.

......!

...Is there anything the Empire
doesn't have its fingers in?

I bet they've got something
to do with the bandits,7C too.

...We should investigate the
matter as soon as possible.

Let's do it.

Hey, Milanor! We took one of
the bandits alive for you!

H-Help me! Please... D-Don't
kill me!

Tell us where your hideout is,
and I'll spare your life.

R-Really43

Really. Simply promise that
you'll commit no more crimes.

I-I've heard a lot about you
guys.

A army with a fierce sense of
justice...

H-Here's our stronghold. B-Boss
is in there, too...

You're not just telling us
what we want to hear, are you?

I-I'm not lying! I swear!

...Alright. Remember, you'll
commit no crimes from now on.

Yes, Ma'am! Th-Thank you!

We don't want those guys
popping up at a bad time...

Let's take out their base and
finish 'em off!

Our target is Dort's fortress.
Make ready, everyone!

Now that's more like how a
princess should act!

We shall head to Lombardia at
once.

If the rumors are true, we
can't afford to ignore them.

Princess, we are ready to
depart.

Good. Thank you.

Let's get more info in the
city up ahead.

Yes... They must know more at
the Diocese of Meria.

If the Empire is truly behind
this, they must be stopped.

Yeah, no joke.

I'd say that looks like their
stronghold.

Boss! They're here! The army
with the wanted princess!

Tch! How'd they find this
place?

Give 'em all you've got, men!
Show 'em what we're made of!

B-But, Boss... Are you sure
about this?

They were pretty strong last
time...

Of course, moro31 s!

We've got the Protector on our
side, remember43

There's nothin' to worry about
if you just pray to him!

Th-That's right! I'm feeling
stronger already!

That's the spirit! Now, let's
crush 'em!

Remember, the princess ain't
worth anything to us dead.

You yahoos got that?

Yes, Boss!

What is this thing43

What's up with this...?

Huh? A golem43

No matter what it is, I'll
show no mercy!

What's this? It's so funny!

What's with this statue?

This statue's in the way.

Is this an idol or something?

Get this thing outta my face!

Is this... alive?

Heheheh... I'll only be here a
minute!

W-Who are you43

Alright! Hand over your
valuables!

S-Stop it!

I'm an alchemist who likes the
harsher climates.

I see you've got both Stardust
and a Desert Rose.

Hand 'em over, and I'll whip
up something good for you.

...Aaaand, done. Here y'go.

In certain situations, it can
reverse the ravages of time.

Unfortunately, that's all I
can do for you.

I'm still learning when it
comes to alchemy.

If you want to see a real
artist, visit St. Meriata.

That's where my master lives.

If you want to see a real
artist, visit St. Meriata.

That's where my master lives.

I'm an alchemist who likes the
harsher climates.

Have you got Stardust and a
Desert Rose, by chance?

If you bring me both of 'em,
I'll whip up something good.

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.

They're sleeping.

Looks like everyone's asleep
here.

This used to be a major city,
but...

Recently, Dort and his gang
have been raising hell...

It's ruining our business.

If we could get rid of them,
things would be in good shape.

Ugh... Dammit!

Eat this!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Yikes!

How do you like that!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Now you've done it!

Stand aside!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Ugh...!

Surrender, vile statue!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

...I-I'm not down yet!

Did I get it43

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Owww!

Don't come near me!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Ow... How dare you!

Gwaaaaaa!

Pathetic.

Gwaaaaaa!

Ugh... Stupid statue...

Hah!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Tch... That was careless...

Take this!

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

I never miss...

Gwaaaaaa!

Gaaaaaaaa!

Tch... It caught me off guard...

Guwoooooooo!

B-Boss! The Protector's...!

Wha43 Th-That's not possible!

I-It's over...! Without our
Protector...

W-We're done for...!

H-Hey! Get back here, cowards!
We're not licked yet!

Whoo! So much for those
bandits!

So, are you guys working for
the Empire?

Huh? We don't have anything to
do with the Empire!

We just jumped in since the
knights were gone.

Although...

"Although" what?

The Empire was sniffing around
here not too long ago...

I thought they came to kick
us out,7C but that wasn't it.

It seemed more like they were
looking for something...

Looking... for what?

I see. The Empire has already
been here...

If they've ventured out here,
there must be something...

I suppose we'll find out once
we reach St. Meriata.

Then, let's hurry up and ditch
this desert.

Indeed, let us go.

There's a battle going on in
the city up ahead!

Who is fighting?

It seems to be the Joachim
sect against the Juvelon sect.

Sectarian conflict...?

I've never heard of this
Juvelon order. Is it new?

Yes. The orthodox sect of
Meria is Joachim's...

...While the Juvelon sect is
more elitist and dogmatic.

So the Temple Knights weren't
completely disbanded...

That is a relief.

Then, those thieves everywhere
are the new sect's fault.

Sounds like we wanna get
behind that Joachim guy.

But, how could a new sect
become so strong that quickly?

I'm certain the Empire is
behind this, as well.

We'll get to the bottom of
this. Let us go.

I don't like the look of
this...

That's Zilva's Special Forces!

I knew the Empire was
involved somehow!

What are we waiting for? Let's
wade right in!

I don't like the look of
this...

That's Zilva's Special Forces!

I knew the Empire was
involved somehow!

What are we waiting for? Let's
wade right in!

W-What is this43 Who are you43

Out of the way! Move it!

Ahh!

Alright! The cannon is mine!

I'll back you up from here!

W-Who are you43

No time now. 20 e've gotta get
rid of these guys first!

W-Who are you43

I'll explain afterwards. We
must chase them out first!

W-Who are you43

We'll explain after we deal
with these villains!

W-Who are you43

We're here to save you!
We'll help get rid of them!

W-Who are you43

Not now. Our first order of
business is defeating them.

W-Who are you43

We'll talk later. We need to
defeat these guys first!

W-Who are you43

You're trying to kick them
out, right? I'll help.

W-Who are you43

No time for that now! We've
got Imperials to thrash!

W-Who are you43

Later. We'll aid you first.

W-Who are you43

Tell you later. First, how's
about we kick these guys out!

Here I come!

More interlopers...

You! What are you up to43

My mission is confidential.

Imperial Army! What are you
scheming43

Interfering again...?

What are the Special Forces
doing in such a place43

My mission is confidential.

Are you still doing bad
things?

............

You never learn... So what's
your game this time?

My mission is confidential.

Step aside, if you don't want
to get hurt.

My sentiments exactly.

You'll die here, traitor.

Come on then, if you think
you can...

This is for everyone... Get
ready, Imperial assassin!

You'll see your friends soon
enough...

Master Zilva...

I had hoped not to face you.

We're here for an inspection!
Cooperate or else!

W-What are you doing?

How dare you resist...? We'll
teach you the proper respect!

S-Stop it!

Wow! That's a rare butterfly
you have there!

Please, let me have it! I'm a
butterfly collector.

I'll give you something good
in exchange.

What a prize specimen... Here,
this is for you.

I'm a butterfly collector.

All I'm missing is a white
butterfly from Marduk Woods.

W-What do you want?

You're holding an evil power...
Leave this place at once!

This really is a rare
specimen. Thank you!

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.

They're sleeping.

Looks like everyone's turned
in for the night.

They must be sleeping.

Alright, the city is safe!

I appreciate your help. Thanks
to you, the city is saved.

I'm Gordon, a knight of Pope
Joachim's.

You must be one of the Temple
Knights...

Yes. But, internal strife has
thinned our ranks.

Excuse me, but... You are from
Fantasinia, are you not?

Yes. We came to meet with
Pope Joachim.

We need him to perform the
coronation ceremony...

Indeed? I see...

To tell the truth... His
Eminence has been missing.

......!

Our mission was to find him,
but we were attacked...

It seems the Imperial Army is
also searching for him.

What do they want the Pope
for?

To enter the Holy Land, His
Eminence must be present...

Perhaps they are trying to
stop your coronation.

Do you have an ide24 of Pope
Joachim's whereabouts?

There's a deserted church to
the north...

We were ambushed on our way
there.

Perhaps...

He may be there?

Let us join forces to search
for His Eminence.

There is the church. We have
yet to investigate it.

Let's hurry, before they
realize we're here.

Your Eminence! At last, I've
found you!

Oh! There you are, Gordon. I'm
sorry to have worried you so.

Greetings. You are Pope
Joachim, correct?

That I am.

The 47th Pope of Meria,
Joachim Lia Blaucent.

Judging by your White Phoenix
crest, you must be...

I am Yggdra, princess of the
Kingdom of Fantasinia.

Then, I imagine I know why
you've come here.

We must head to Welheim at
once.

Then... You will perform the
coronation ceremony?

Yes. We have much to discuss,
future sovereign of Fantasinia.

Here I am!

Argh, they're already here!

Ruins, huh...

These seem pretty ancient.

Hm? Who's there43

It's the ruins of a town...

They must be quite old...

...Who's there43

These ruins...

The damage is severe... They
must be ancient.

Hm... Is someone there?

Are these ruins?

Looks like nobody's home...

Huh? Is someone there?

The ruins of a town...
interesting.

They seem to quite old.

Hm? Who goes there?

Ruins, huh...?

They look pretty old.

Oh? ...Is someone there?

Ruins, eh?

Pretty old-looking.

Huh? Who's that?

These ruins...

Looks like it's been a while
since anyone lived here.

Hm? Is someone there?

Hm. Ruins.

Very old 32 nes...

Who's there?

There are ruins here...

I'm no expert, but they look
pretty old to me.

Huh? Who's that...?

These ruins...

I hear that a famous knight
lived here many years ago.

Hmm? ...Is someone there?

Welcome to this decrepit old
village.

Don't look so shocked. I'm a
Temple Knight.

Or at least, I used to be one.
That was a long time ago...

I've seen so many battlefields
in so many wars...

See that deserted church
there? That was our base.

It used to be magnificent, but
now it's just a pile of bricks.

That's what happens when war
never ends...

I couldn't stop things, but
maybe you can end this strife.

Please, bring peace back to
this tired old land.

For the sake of the living...
And for us, the dead.

Please, bring peace back to
this tired old land.

For the sake of the living...
And for us, the dead.

The rise of the Juvelon sect
has made things dangerous.

Bandits weren't this bad when
Pope Joachim was in power.

Archbishop Mardym is in league
with Cardinal Juvelon.

Many were forced at swordpoint
to join the Juvelon sect...

Those who didn't submit were
exiled, or killed.

This land is now ruled by
fear, not faith.

If God has forsaken us, then
you're our only hope.

Please, stop the Juvelon sect
from dominating everything.

The rise of the Juvelon sect
has made things dangerous.

This land is now ruled by
fear, not faith.

If God has forsaken us, then
you're our only hope.

Please, stop the Juvelon sect
from dominating everything.

...If I wasn't injured, I'd go
fight the Juvelon sect myself...

Juvelon seems to have formed
an alliance with the Empire.

I beg you, please stop their
terrible ambitions.

Bring order back to this land.

Juvelon seems to have formed
an alliance with the Empire.

I beg you, please stop their
terrible ambitions.

Bring order back to this land.

General Emilia!

Quick, find the Pope!

General Emilia! I apologize
for the delay.

Find the Pope before the
Royal Army does! Hurry!

The Royal Army... They're
heading for that church.

So that's where the Pope is...
I've gotta find him first!

Look!

It's the Imperial Army!
They're going to the church!

Yeah, and not to say grace...
Damn, were they spying on us43

We've gotta find the Pope
before the Royal Army does!

Is that... The Imperial Army's
aerial division43

It's those Griffon Riders from
before!

We cannot let them have the
Pope. Let's hurry!

Your Eminence! At last, I've
found you!

Oh! There you are, Gordon. I'm
sorry to have worried you so.

Greetings. You are Pope
Joachim, correct?

That I am.

The 47th Pope of Meria,
Joachim Lia Blaucent.

Judging by your White Phoenix
crest, you must be...

I am Yggdra, princess of the
Kingdom of Fantasinia.

Then, I imagine I know why
you've come here.

We must head to Welheim at
once.

Then... You will perform the
coronation ceremony?

22 es. We have much to discuss,
future sovereign of Fantasinia.

We meet again!

I won't let you get in our
way!

What do you want with the
Pope, anyway43

Like I'm telling you!

Leave this land!

Nuh-uh!

What schemes does the Empire
have in store for this land43

Nothing!

Why are you always in
Nietzsche's way43

I'm only in your way because
you keep interfering!

Do you need another spanking,
little girl?

I'm not scared of you!

I suggest you move aside if
you don't want to get hurt.

Shut up!

Hey! Get out of my way!

I can't do that, General.

*sigh* What a mischievous
little girl...

Better than being an immature
nincompoop!

Ouch... Th-That really hurts.

General Emilia...

Traitor! See if I care what
happens to you!

General Emilia! We've
captured Joachim!

Crap! They beat us to it...!

I hafta find him before the
Royal Army does.

Hey Pope, where are you? Olly-
olly-oxen-free!

He's not over here...

Not here, either...

There's no one in here!

Where are you hiding?

Ooohhh... If we don't find him,
the Royal Army will!

How soon can we get into the
Holy Land?

Not before we get the Miracle
Tiara for the coronation.

But, your Eminence... That is
in St. Meriata...

It's currently under control
by the Juvelon sect.

Indeed, but the Coronation
cannot proceed without it.

Have no fear, your Eminence.
We shall escort you.

Good.

The Juvelon sect has been a
problem...

According to them, only they,
t2B e chosen few, can be saved.

They don't hesitate to
persecute other sects.

So it's a religious war? How
stupid.

The Juvelon warriors are known
as the Meriants.

They're similar to us in some
ways, but much more violent.

I was taught that God saved
everyone... This is obscene.

Princess! An army called the
Holy Cross is in Lombard!

What43

Hah! Holy Cross? That's a
fancy name for a few punks.

They're demanding we hand over
the Pope.

That'll be Mardym, archbishop
of Lombardia, and his men.

They won't let us into St.
Meriata without a fight.

That is the archbishop Mardym.

He's their boss, huh? Sneaky-
looking guy...

You who do not fear God... Hand
over the Pope.

If not, you shall receive
divine retribution...

Spare me the God talk. Just
put 'em up and fight!

Cursed ones... Fear ye not the
wrath of God?

I bet you don't even believe
in God yourself!

Milanor, let's get rid of him
before he drones on any more!

Mardym! I do not fear your
threats!

Faithless heretic! Fear ye
not God43

Move outta the way!

Faithless heretic! Fear ye
not God43

Better start praying, old man,
cause I'm not holding back!

Conceited blasphemer! God,
give me strength...

I might be scared if I thought
you actually believed in God!

Come near me, and I shall
strike you down!

You dare attack a man of God43
Wicked harlot...!

O Lord... Please help guide this
lost lamb...

Face me, Archbishop!

Another sinner...? Lord! Guide
their wayward souls!

You're a weird old man!

An Undine! How dreadful... Back,
reincarnated demon!

Is this man alright...?

W-Witch! I shalt not suffer
a witch to live!

Shut your mouth!

Move out of our way.

Don't you fear judgement from
above43

I see before me a sinful,
devilish fencer...

Hey, I'm no angel, but I'm
pretty far from devilish!

Hey, monk or whatever, why
don't you scoot to one side?

Blasphemer! To say such things
to a disciple of God...

Sinful lady! Your soul shall
be saved in death...

True, my sins are many... But,
I don't need your saving.

Hey, I see something!

Ooh, what a shiny coin.

Brave soldie

[Christophen]

Brave soldiers, I must ask a
favor of you.

Please deliver Lombardia from
evil.

I have prepared this to help
free my country...

May God be with you.

Brave soldiers, I must ask a
favor of you.

Please deliver Lombardia from
evil.

I cannot offer assistance,
but please, heed my plea.

O-Oh, no... That hideous
strength...

D-Don't come near me with such
a terrible thing!

Begone from here!

May God be with you.

Hey! That's my diary!

I lost it when I went
exploring last time...

Thank you!

This is nothing special, but
you can have it anyway.

Thanks for bringing this back!
You're the best!

I dropped my diary when I went
exploring last time.

I hope no one reads it...

W-Who are you? What's that
horrible thing...43

Stay away from my daughter
with that thing!

Get out! Take that awa3C from
here at once!

Thanks for bringing it back!

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.

They're sleeping.

Looks like everyone's fast
asleep.

They must be sleeping...

Welcome, brave soldiers, to my
magic shop.

My powers can take that Mana
Stone and rusted sword...

...And turn them into something
wonderful!

Watch this!

Abracadabra... Alakazam!

It's ready now.

That sword gives its wielder
magical powers.

Make good use of it! Bye now!

Welcome to my magic shop.

Do you have a Mana Stone and
a rusted sword?

Too bad! I can make something
out of those two.

Not that it matters, since you
don't have them...

Welcome to my magic shop.

My powers can take that Mana
Stone and rusted sword...

...And turn them into something
wonderful! Although...

I probably shouldn't. You
don't look brave enough.

Show a little more backbone,
and I'll make it for you!

Welco... What is that43

Th-That's a dangerous relic
you're walking around with.

Bringing it into a magic
shop isn't a great idea...

Get rid of that thing as soon
as possible!

That sword gives its wielder
magical powers.

Make good use of it! Bye now!

It's closed...

The sign says it opens at
night.

Hmm... They aren't open during
the day.

It's closed.

The sign says it's open7C at
night.

Looks like it's closed during
the day.

They're not open during the
day...

Oh, I see... It only opens at
night.

It opens at night.

Does the owner just sleep all
day or what?

Hmm... They aren't open during
the day.

Welcome to my pharmacy. Nice
to meet you.

Here, I mix different kinds
of medicine.

What can I do for you today?

Ah, I see you have a Rokon
Skull and a poisonous viper.

I can use those to make a
special medicine. Want some?

Heheh... It's done. Here you go.

Understand, this medicine
isn't for kids under 18.

Be sure to follow the
directions on the label.

Welcome to my pharmacy. Nice
to meet you.

Here, I mix different kinds
of medicine.

I'm particularly good at
making the... "special" stuff.

W-Who are you guys?

That awful power... L-Leave me
this instant!

Oh, you got some? Be sure to
follow the directions.

Welcome, pilgrims, to this
humble church.

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

Devote every day to His
worship...

W-What's that43 I-It pulses
with unholy energy...

Save me, O Lord!

Welcome, brave soldiers, to
this humble church.

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

I, too, can see into your
souls...

............

Oh, what a pure maiden!

Take this to protect you from
immoral things.

Remember... God is always
watching.

Meditate daily on God's love...

Welcome to our humble
church.

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

Meditate daily on God's love...

Ahhh! W-What's that43 It's
the devil's sign!

Oh, God! Please save me!

Welcome, brave soldiers, to
this humble church.

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

............

Hmm... You are strong enough on
your own.

The Lord need not intervene
in your case.

Continue with your journey,
and may God be with you.

Here for nighttime devotion?

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

............

Hmm... You seem to be having
difficulties.

Ask for the Lord's help, and
ye shall receive. First...

Hand me the Dark Matter.

Take this.

This is quite strong, with
dark properties.

The blade's sharpness is very
attractive...

Here for nighttime devotion?

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

............

Hmm... You seem to be having
difficulties.

I would ask you to accept the
Lord's help, but...

I can do nothing without Dark
Matter.

The road will be hard, but
you must walk it on your own.

Ahhh! W-What's that43 It's
the devil's sign!

Oh, God! Please save me!

Here for nighttime devotion?

O stray sheep... God is
all-seeing.

Meditate daily on God's love.

That Mardym... He's too good...

There's no benefits to working
under Joachim.

Now Mardym, he's a smart one.
He hooked up with Juvelon...

Now he's got the Empire on
his side.

That Mardym's got all the
angles covered.

That Mardym's got all the
angles covered.

I'm too weak to be as truly
wicked as he is.

Looks like they're getting
some shuteye...

It seems everyone is asleep...

They must be sleeping...

Nighty-n2C ght, humans!

I expect they're asleep.

I'm sure they're sleeping.

They must be asleep...

They're all asleep.

They're sleeping.

Looks like they've all turned
in for the night.

They must be sleeping...

I'm an orphan. Pope Joachim
has always been kind to us.

But, that Mardym is cruel to
the poor.

He threatens violence to those
who don't agree with him.

Pope Joachim is way better!

So, please help our Pope.

Pope Joachim is way better!

So, please help our Pope.

I won't let you harm His
Eminence!

You're a pathetic pawn of
that old man...!

May God save you.

Ugh!

Take that!

L-Lord... Smite this heretic!

Feel the wrath of God!

Yikes!

How do you like that!

L-Lord... Smite this heretic!

Feel the wrath of God!

Now you've done it!

Withdraw your soldiers!

Sinful harlot... How dare you
strike a disciple of God!

Feel the wrath of God!

Ugh...!

Feel my blade, villain!

L-Lord... Smite this heretic!

Feel the wrath of God!

I... I can still fight!

Did I get him43

Kn-Know your place, demon...!

Begone, demon!

Owww!

Had enough yet, or do I need
to keep going?

Kn-Know your place, witch...!

Ow... How dare you!

Justice lies with God's
chosen!

What a faker... You're the
lowest of the low.

Silence, heretic...!

Tch... I'll remember this.

Your sins will find you out,
heretic!

Hah!

You dare stand against God43

Tch... That was careless...

You'll pay for your sins!

Take this!

You dare stand against God43

Feel the w35 ath of God!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

I never miss...

How sinful, taking up arms
against a disciple of God!

...Tch.

Justice lies with God's
chosen!

Your Eminence, Mardym has
withdrawn.

This army is sadly suited for
the new age of Fantasinia...

St. Meriata is directly ahead.
We shall press the attack.

Then, so be it.

May God bless you all...

So, this is St. Meriata.
Doesn't look so holy to me.

It's the head temple of the
religion of Meria.

Well, if you're not a believer,
it all looks kinda silly.

Just a bunch of power grabs
masked behind God's name.

Hell, I may be a thief, but
at least I'm honest about it.

If Father was still in power,
this might not have happened...

What, you think so?

Wasn't he the one who gave the
Empire their chance to attack?

Esq. Milanor! That is enough!

It's alright, Durant. What
Milanor says is true...

A kingdom cannot be led on
ideals alone.

Attacks from without are not
the only reason nations fall...

When I become queen in the
Holy Land, I must do better.

Maybe not immediately, but if
I keep trying, maybe one day...

............

How's it look, Kylier?

There's armed troops all over
the place.

We must clear them out first...

Mardym's Holy Cross is at the
forefront!

Is he trying to regain his
honor? O, wayward son...

All troops, advance!

Cardinal Juvelon! The Joachim
sect's army is coming!

M-Mardym! Are you sure about
this43

Fear not, Cardinal. I'll
vanquish our foes.

B-But, they have made it this
far...

Joachim has the Royal Army on
his side, too...

They are but a makeshift army.

How could such a loose alliance
be a match for us?

Don't forget, we have Amareus
as well.

Never mind God, Cardinal77
trust in me.

A-Alright. I'll leave it in
your hands.

(...The Imperial Army is
backing my efforts.)

(My alliance with Juvelon is,
I think, no longer needed.)

(Soon, Lombardia will be
mine...)

Mardym! Return this land to
Pope Joachim!

I will not, faithless dogs!
You will learn to fear God!

I will have you step aside!

Hmh... Think you can make me?

Juvelon! I will countenance
your sins no longer!

I-I didn't do anything! It's
not my fault!

You won't get away!

Silence, faithless dogs!
You will learn to fear God!

I've got no problem with
you, so move aside!

Hmh... Brave words.

So, you're the one in charge
of all this?

N-No! It's all Mardym's fault,
not mine!

I'll get you this time, old
man!

Conceited brat! God, give me
strength to slay this heretic...

Leave God outta this and fight
me with your own strength!

You seem like you know your
way around a fight...

Hmh... How cute.

W-Why you...! I'll make you
eat those words!

So, you're the one pulling
the strings, huh43

No, not me! This whole thing
is Mardym's doing...

What a pathetic excuse...

Surrender, foul Archbishop!

We are all mortal in the eyes
of God... Even you, princess!

Come 31 ear me, and I shall
strike you down!

Hmh... Think you can do it,
girl?

Please, surrender!

S-Stop! It's Mardym you
want, not me!

Prepare yourself, Archbishop!

I cannot die here... It is
not God's will.

Stand down, milady!

Hmh... I won't let you near
Cardinal Juvelon...

Stand down, Cardinal!

I don't know anything! Please!
You must believe me...!

I won't forgive you, you
nasty man!

I need no forgiveness from
the likes of you, demon!

Are you a bad person, too...?

Hmh... Well, what do you think?

You're a bad person, right?

N-No, that's not true... I
didn't do anything bad!

Fiend who defies God... I shall
teach you a lesson.

Still think you can fight me?

What are you going to do?
Fight us?

Hmh... I believe that's plan.

H-Help me! I didn't know
anything about this, I swear!

Stop sniveling...

Still fighting? Your loss is
inevitable.

Silence, heretic!

You're aware your chances of
winning are next to nothing?

Hmh... Even so, it's the only
game in town.

Why not simply forfeit now?

H-Help me! I didn't know
anything about this!

Don't you know that God is
watching43

If God is omniscient, then he
sees you too...

I prefer not to fight women...

Hmh... This should be easy,
then.

H-Help me! I didn't know
anything about this!

Your clothing says otherwise...

For heaven's sake, man,
you're covered in gold.

Still got some fight left in
you, eh, Mr. Monk?

Blasphemer! Feel the wrath of
God!

So, you'35 e the Cardinal's
pet assassin?

That's right. So?

I see... So, you're the boss
here.

I didn't do anything! It's all
Mardym's fault!

Where is the Empire when I
need them most43

They must no longer need you.

So... A fellow assassin.

Hmh... We've both got a taste
for blood, I guess.

H-Help me! All my treasures
are yours! Please!

I'm not interested. Surrender
now.

Hey, what's this growing on
the tree?

Something is growing on the
tree...

Hmm? This is...

Something's growing on the
tree!

Ooh! This looks delicious...

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Looks like this is a fruit-
bearing tree.

Hey, something's growing on
this tree.

What is this...?

There's fruit on the tree.

What's this growing on the
tree?

Hm? This is...

I am a master alchemist.

If you've come here, you must
have met my pupil.

Your army has the potential to
save this country.

Give me that Lost Material and
Stardust Hourglass...

I'll show you what I can do...

Haaaaaaaaaaah!

This substance alters its
shape over time.

Slowly, gradually, it will
develop...

Eventually, it will recover
its true form and power.

However, there's no guarantee
what that might be.

Only time will reveal its
true nature, good or bad.

I am a master alchemist.

You seem to be having a hard
time out there.

I'd like to demonstrate my
magnificent skill, but...

At present, there's nothing
I can do for you.

Things may be hard, so I
apologize. Good luck.

I am a master alchemist.

Do you have Lost Material and
a Stardust Hourglass?

I'd like to demonstrate my
skill, but maybe not...

Excuse me, but please don't
bring such a thing in here.

That thing's tremendous power
interferes with my methods.

Feel free to come back once
you've gotten rid of it.

This substance alters its
shape over time.

Slowly, gradually, it will
develop...

Eventually, it will recover
its true form and power.

However, there's no guarantee
what that might be.

Only time will reveal its
true nature, good or bad.

Hey, what's this growing on
the tree?

Something is growing on the
tree...

Hmm? This is...

Something's growing on the
tree!

Ooh! This looks delicious...

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Looks like this is a fruit-
bearing tree.

Hey, something's growing on
this tree.

What is this...?

There's fruit on the tree.

What's this growing on the
tree?

Hm? This is...

Mardym, h-help me! I don't
want to die!

Sniveling wretch... You're of
no use to me now.

Your role is over!

W-What...? You were... using me43

Ugh...

About time that archbishop
showed his true colors!

What now, holy man? Still
think you can fight us?

You've got no puppets left!

Grr... I can't throw my life
away here...

Farewell, infidels!

I don't want to diiie!

Cardinal Juvelon!

...Take me with you!

Urgh!

Uhh...

Hrrrngh... God, huh... How...
stupid...

Feel the power of a Temple
Knight!

Ugh...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Urgh!

F28 el the power of a Temple
Knight!

S-Stop! Please! Nooo!

Stay back! D-Don't come near
me!

Urgh!

Move outta my way!

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Of course not!

Time to surrender!

Stop! Don't hurt me!

Stay away! D-Don't come near
me!

Hey, that hurt!

How do you like that!

Ugh...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Now you've done it!

How do you like that!

Stop! No!

Stay away! D-Don't come any
closer!

Now you've done it!

Lay down your weapons!

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Ugh...!

Withdraw your men!

Nooo! Don't hurt me!

N-Nooo! I don't want to die!

Ugh...!

See the strength of a Royal
Knight!

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

This is nothing...!

See the strength of a Royal
Knight!

Nooo! Stop!

S-Stop! Mardym's the one you
want!

...You'll never emerge
victorious!

Did I get her43

Ugh...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Owww!

Gotcha!

N-No! I don't want to die!

S-Stop! This is all Mardym's
fault!

Owww!

Had enough, or do I need to
keep going?

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

...This lady's pretty tough!

Had enough, or do I need to
keep going?

Nooo! That's enough! Don't
hurt me!

Ow... How dare you!

I really don't know anything,
I swear!

...Had enough yet?

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Tch... I'll remember this.

...Had enough yet?

Stop! Don't hurt me!

Stay away! D-Don't come near
me!

Tch... I'll remember this.

Hah!

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

Tch... That was careless...

Hah!

Why are you attacking me43 I
haven't done anything!

Tch... That was careless...

S-Stop46 It's all Mardym's
fault!

Take this!

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

N-Now you're gonna get it!

Take this!

Nooo! Don't hurt me!

Stay away! D-Don't come near
me!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

I never miss...

Tch...!

Hmh... Is that all?

...Tch!

I never miss...

Nooo! Don't hurt me!

...Tch!

N-No! I don't want to die!

Cardinal Juvelon...
Forgive... me.

No...! Amareus! Don't die!

Don't leave me here alone!

Your Eminence, we've secured
the tiara!

Saints be praised! Good work,
everyone.

Now, let us head to the Holy
Land.

I'll lead the way, Princess.

Hey Gordon, what're you guys
going to do now?

We'll resume our guard posts
in Lombardia.

We've been remiss in our
duties for too long.

Ahh... Well, take care, then.

Gordon! Give my regards to the
others when you return.

I am counting on you.

Yes, Your Eminence.

I'm outta here too, Milanor.

I ain't the princess'
nursemaid.

Huh? You're the one who
insisted on helping out...

Idiot! That's not the point
at all!

Let's go, Al!

Squawk!

...Kylier...

Leave her alone. She's just
being weird.

Princess Yggdra. Are you ready
to proceed?

We are.

You misunderstand... Only myself
and the royal family may enter.

Everyone else must wait here
until we return.

You gonna be okay, old man?
Need to borrow a weapon?

Be not afraid. Evil beings
cannot enter the Holy Land.

I'm going now, Milanor.

Alright, be careful. We'll be
right outside.

What43 That's...

The Imperial Army!

They must be here for... His
Eminence and the princess!

Lady Kylier!

Am I seeing this right? Is
that the Imperial Army43

And... the Emperor is with
them!

His Eminence and the princess
are in grave danger!

Lady Kylier, please, go warn
them of this threat!

B-But, what about you43

We'll stall them here. Now go!
Quickly, milady!

Alright, I'll be right back!
Stay on your toes, Gordon!

Milanor, we got trouble!

Kylier? Weren't you just
leaving?

Shut up, stupid! This is
important!

The Imperial Army... The Emperor
is coming this way!

What43 Dammit...!

Where are the Temple Knights43

They're holding 'em off, but...
I don't think they'll last.

Then...

Yggdra, go! We'll handle this!

Come, Princess, this is no
time to stand idly by.

We must hurry if their efforts
are not to go to waste.

B-But...!

Don't worry! If things look
bad, we'll cut and run. Go!

...Okay!

She's all yours, old man!

...Indeed. Be careful, all of
you. May God watch over you.

They're coming! Don't let
them through here!

Our main target is the
Emperor, so stay focused!

Hang in there, everyone!

Hold out until Yggdra arrives
at the Holy Land!

Crap! They broke through our
lines!

Get out of my way!

You're not getting by me!

Move it!

I won't let you pass!

This is as far as you go!

Do you think you can stop
me? Simpleton...

Do you have some kind of
death wish?

Huh? Didn't we give her
sort of a serious injury43

They c24 ught up43

Princess... You won't escape!

I won't let you escape!

Is there no limit to your
vengeance...?43

Emperor of Carnage, you will
not pass!

Get out of my way!

Lady Aegina43 I thought you
were injured...!

Move aside!

Nietzsche won't let you
pass!

Get out of my way, child!

Your eye is healed43 Huh...?

I can see the fear in your
eyes...

Weakling...! I'll teach you
your place!

I'm a slow learner... You'll
have to try pretty hard!

Move!

Weren't you injured43

I cannot let you pass.

Get out of my way, weakling!

She shouldn't be able to move
with that injury... Perplexing.

Frightened? Then, I suggest
you move aside.

Cease this foolishness,
Russell!

I can't let you through, Sir.

Stand aside, traitor!

You... Weren't you seriously
injured...43

If you want to get by, you'll
have to go through me.

Very well. I hope you've
lived life with no regrets...

Your eye is healed already43
That's impossible!

There's no use resisting...
Move out of the way!

...Now you've taken up their
cause as well?

They... trust me.

Hmph. Then, your fate is
sealed... Prepare to die.

I've been waiting to pay you
back for earlier!

General Aegina43 But... I'm
certain I hit you...!

You'll never lay hands on
His Eminence!

I shall crush the life out
of him, right after you!

Move it!

I won't let you through here!

Huh43 It's like hitting a
brick wall!

You cannot hope to defeat me!

Get out of my way!

Yikes!

Why43 It's not worki31 g!

It's useless!

Die!

Yikes!

How do you like that!

I felt nothing!

Get out of my way!

What the43 He's way stronger
than last time!

How do you like that!

Give up now!

Die!

Huh43 Was she always this
strong...43

Withdraw your men!

I felt nothing!

You still have a role to play,
princess!

Ugh...!

Withdraw your troops!

You're dreaming!

Prepare to die!

Ugh...!

I felt nothing!

Tch... Such incredible defensive
power...

What power...!

Stand aside if you don't want
to die!

I swore to protect the
Princess!

Give it up, knight... You're
finished!

Out of the way!

She's... strong!

It's not working43

Pathetic child! I told you to
move aside!

Get out of the way!

Owww!

Ahh! It's not working!

It's useless to resist us!

You're in the way!

Owww!

Huh43 I know I hit you...!

I felt nothing!

Ow... How dare you!

Stand aside if you don't want
to die!

What do I have to do to make
a dent in this girl...?

Nothing you do can hurt me!

Ow... How dare you!

Out of my way! Now!

No effect...? Curious...

Don't waste your time...

Cease this interference!

Tch... I'll remember this.

No effect? Strange...

Your pitiful attacks are
useless against us!

Out of my way! Now!

Tch... I'll remember this.

What43 B-But, I...

I felt nothing!

Tch... That was careless...

Your struggle is futile!

What43 B-But, I...

Weakling... I barely even
noticed!

Tch... That was careless...

Now, let us pass!

What...? I'm not even making a
scratch!

Pitiful worm!

You shall meet your doom here!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

What...? I'm not even making a
scratch!

I felt nothing!

You will let us pass!

N-Now you're gonna get it!

...Did I miss43

Your efforts are futile
against our might!

You will let us through, now.

...Tch!

...Did I miss43

It's no use! Just give up
already!

Out of the way! Now!

...Tch!

What... My strikes are
ineffective?

It's pointless to resist!

You will let us through, now.

Ugh!

Such formidable power...!

Stop this resistance at once!

Out of my way! Now!

Ugh!

I'll not let you reach
His Eminence!

Then, you shall die!

Yggdra, go! Now!

Let us proceed!

Everyone... Hang on just a
little longer...!

We're here!

Master Milanor, they have
safely reached the Holy Land!

Alright! Hang on, guys!

...Huh?

A-Ahhhhh...!

Y-Your Majesty! What's
wrong43

Your Majesty! Pull yourself
together!

The recoil from the awakening...
Did I overstrain myself...?

H-Huh43 What's going on43

I don't know, but they quit
attacking! Way to go, guys!

Now's our chance! Let's hit
'em right back!

Careful, Esq. Milanor... this
could be an Imperial trap.

They don't look like they're
faking to me...

I'd say this is real panic! We
can beat 'em now... Let's go!

C-Curses... Is this the end...43

Your Majesty!

Everyone, protect His Majesty
at all costs!

Brother! What's happened43

It's the Scarlet Princess!

General Emilia! His Majesty
is...!

Emilia... You're here...

Are you okay, brother43 I had
a te35 rible feeling...

I flew here as fast as I
could!

Ha... Emilia... Your prediction
was... correct...

Grr... Aahhh...!

B-Brother!

Your Majesty43 He's out cold!

General Emilia! Please take
His Majesty away from here!

We'll provide backup from
here!

Okay! I'm counting on you
guys!

Gulcasa's escaping!

Follow him! Don't let him go!

............

...This is...

Welheim, the Holy Land.

Many trials await you here.

Are you prepared, Princess?

...Yes.

Phew! That was too close...

Hey Milanor, how long you
gonna wait here?

Until she comes out.

Tch... How long's that gonna be?

How should I know43 Could be
half a day, could be a month...

I'm not gonna sit here and
twiddle my thumbs for a month!

I'm going home for now. Catch
you later, Milanor.

Let me know when she comes
out, okay?

C'mon, Al!

Squawk!

...As free-spirited as ever.

The altar is up ahead?

Indeed. The coronation will
be conducted there.

Now, allow me to prepare for
the ceremony. Wait here.

As you say.

(This is it...)

(I'm ascending the throne...
It's a little nerve-wracking...)

......43

Hm? Who's there43

You're... Rosary43

I don't understand... You were
defeated at Verlaine Hills...!

............

How has a lost soul entered
the Holy Land?

What is the meaning of this?

Hm? Who's there43

You're... Roswell43

I don't understand... You were
defeated at Verlaine Hills...!

............

How has a lost soul entered
the Holy Land?

What is the meaning of this?

I'm so sorry...!

I didn't... We di27 n't want to
kill anyone...!

...Ah...

Ankh...

You... In the way... Won't...
forgive...

But, that Ankh was...!

What...? The Holy Sword is...43

(What is this...?)

(I can feel Rosary's heart
through the sword...)

............

I... I need... power...

...You are not the Lady of the
White Rose I knew.

Just a mass of hatred and an
insatiable lust for power...

The good in you is gone, and
only a deep darkness remains...

W-Won't... forgive you...!

Eek!

...Am I forced to defeat you
once again...43

I'm so sorry...!

I didn't... We didn't want to
kill anyone...!

...Ah...

Ankh...

You... In the way... Won't...
forgive...

But, that Ankh was...!

What...? The Holy Sword is...43

(What is this...?)

(I can feel Roswell's heart
through the sword...)

............

I... I need... power...

...You are not the Lord of the
Black Rose I knew.

Just a mass of hatred and an
insatiable lust for power...

The good in you is gone, and
only a deep darkness remains...

W-Won't... forgive you...!

Eek!

...Am I forced to defeat you
once again...43

There's something growing
here...

This is...

...Ahhhh...

...Ahhhh...

Did I win...43

I defeated it, but... this
solves nothing.

War causes hatred. Hatred
causes wars...

An eternal wheel of suffering,
turned by rivers of blood...

What can stem the tide of
war?

The dead attacking you... It
may be one of the trials.

The ordeals are dictated by
heaven.

Unless you overcome them, you
cannot continue.

Now, let us head to the altar.

But, I...

What is the matter? Why do
you hesitate?

You are of royal blood. You
have a duty to the people.

Who else can bear the
responsibility of the crown?

............

Remember those who believe in
you, those who follow you...

Oh...

This problem is no longer
yours alone.

You must never forget that.
Do you understand, princess?

...Yes...

The Kingdom has faced many
crises in its history.

However, through the power of
this tiara and the Holy Sword...

The Kingdom overcame each of
them in turn.

The tiara and Holy Sword...
Fantasinia's divine relics...

Only those of royal blood can
harness their powers.

Through your veins flow the
last traces of that blood...

The Kingdom now faces an
unprecedented crisis.

The time has come to bestow
that power upon you.

Serve your kingdom under
the banner of justice.

Yggdra Yuril Artwaltz.

I now acknowledge you as
La Pucelle.

May God protect you!

Lift your head.

...You are now the rightful
sovereign of Fantasinia...

The Holy Sword acknowledges
you as La Pucelle...

Now, accept this.

You will gain the power of the
Holy Sword.

May the tiara and Holy Sword
be with you all of your life...

............

Hm43 Look out!

Ugh...!

Your Eminence! What's wrong...43
Oh, no...!

Your Eminence! Hold on!

Curses... I was a hair too late.

...Aegina43 Why are you here43

How did you enter the Holy
Land43

Only the Pope and those of
royal blood can enter...!

Think, princess! I must meet
one of those criteria, no?

That sword and tiara... I won't
let you 37 ake them, too!

You were the only one who
was officially acknowledged...

We were denied not only that
status, but our lives as well...

W-What are you talking about?

How we suffered to scrape by
with our lives...

You cannot begin to understand
our pain!

What are you saying43

A naive girl like you doesn't
deserve such privileges!

Justice would be to strip you
of that sword and crown!

I will end this here... Prepare
yourself!

Such indomitable resolve...!

What is it that drives her43

You... I will never accept you!

What43 What are you talking
about43

Please! Tell me the meaning
of this!

What's the use... Nothing will
change if I tell you now.

It's all too late!

Ugh...! Such resolve! At this
rate...

Ygg... dra...

Show the power you claimed...
By the Holy Sword...

The power I claimed... By the
Holy Sword...!

What43

In the name of La Pucelle...
Holy Sword! Light my path!

Aaaaaargh!

So, this is... The true power
of the Holy Sword...

The true power of the
Gran Centurio...

Wait! I must know something!

I... I refuse to accept this...!

............

Your Eminence, are you
alright43 Please, answer me!

...Y-You were brilliant...
Sovereign queen...

But, do not let your guard
down... I can hear... it...

Shh... Don't speak. I'll take
you outside immediately!

We'll treat your wounds there...

No... It is too late for me.
Listen... my new sovereign...

Can you hear it...?

The heartbeat of Brongaa...
Dragon of Purgatory...

Brongaa, the Dragon of
Pu35 gatory...?

At Lost Aries... The ritual of
Soul Unbinding...

Gulcasa has awakened the
sleeping dragon, Brongaa...

Brongaa is the emblem of
destruction.

It will bring disaster upon
the Kingdom... No, the world...

You need the power of the Holy
Sword. Only you... can do it...

Your Eminence! Pope Joachim!

Please, open your eyes...!

...Your Eminence...

Everyone! Thank goodness
you're alright!

You're late, princess!

I take it that everything
went as planned?

Er... Where is His Eminence?

...He has has passed away. He
fell to Aegina's blade.

Passed away...

Wait... What?

Only the royal family and the
Pope can enter, right?

So, uh, how did Aegina get in?

I don't know. But, it was
most assuredly Aegina.

Huh... You know, that's not all
that bothers me about her.

Elena got her good in the
right eye. We all saw it.

Yet, here she is looking like
nothing happened...

...Could she be some sort of
invincible demon...?

Don't talk nonsense.

She's as human as you or me.

...I suppose, but...

We shall return to the Kingdom
immediately.

Why? What's wrong?

The Empire is up to something
terrible. We must stop them.

It is time to launch our counter-
attack and end this war.

Then, we're finally...!

Our first target is the
Fortress of Ishnad.

We cannot reach the Empire
without passing through there.

Our first order of business,
then, is to control Ishnad!

As you wish, my Queen!

............

Princess, the Fortress of
Ishnad is just past here.

Durant, she's not a princess
anymore, remember?

She's the queen now.

It's alright. Please, continue
to call me Princess.

Won't that set a weird example
for the other soldiers...?

Only when the war is over, and
true peace arrives...

Only then can I call myself
sovereign of Fantasinia.

Well, if you say so. You're
the qu--I mean, princess.

Imperial units are stationed
in front of Ishnad!

Baldus' Guardian Knights are
protecting the castle gates!

The God of War! So, Bronquia's
Shield has taken defense.

The Guardian Knights are known
far and wide as elite warriors.

Sheesh, we're already off to
a rough start...

General Baldus! It's the Royal
Army!

So, they've come...

We must hold this gate. Stamp
them out, men!

Dammit! There's a cannon
mounted on the wall!

Those gates are the only way
through! Charge!

Hey, what's this...?

Is this thing safe to carry
around?

What's this?

I hope it doesn't explode.

Hm? What's this...?

Isn't this somewhat dangerous?

Hey, there's something here!

What'd happen if Nietzsche
hit this...?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

A defective shell...

Oh, there's something here.

It's not going to explode on
us, right?

What is this...?

Don't you think it's dangerous
to carry this around...?

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

Whoa, is this really safe?

It's no good, Yggdra! Their
defenses are just too tight!

He's correct, Princess! We
are o38 tclassed here!

I suggest we retreat to the
hills and reorganize!

Very well!

Everyone, fall back and
regroup in the hills!

Good thinking... We're out of
cannon range there. Retreat!

Hurry, everyone!

Fall back to the hills!

We're here for an inspection!
Cooperate or else!

W-What are you doing43

You dare resist us43 Teach him
a lesson, men!

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.

They're sleeping.

I'm an itinerant blacksmith.

I go wherever the mood takes
me, unbound to any city.

I see you have some
interesting stuff there.

An Element and a World Tree
Branch, huh?

It took guts to find these...
Let me see 'em.

A little of this, a little of
that, and hey presto...

There, all done. Take it.

You look like you oughtta be
able to handle this.

I'm an itinerant blacksmith.

I go wherever the mood takes
me, unbound to any city.

Do you have an Element and a
World Tree Branch?

If you did, I'd be able to
make something interesting...

You look like you oughtta be
able to handle this.

I'm an itinerant blacksmith.

I go wherever the mood takes
me, unbound to any city.

I see you have some
interesting stuff there.

Orichalcum, huh? Must've taken
guts to find this stuff...

Well, you'll be glad you did.
Let me 36 ee that...

A little of this, a little of
that, and hey presto...

There, all done. Take it.

You look like you oughtta be
able to handle this.

I'm an itinerant blacksmith.

I go wherever the mood takes
me, unbound to any city.

Would you happen to have any
Orichalcum on you?

If you had some, I'd be able
to make something interesting...

You look like you oughtta be
able to handle this.

I'm an itinerant blacksmith.

I go wherever the mood takes
me, unbound to any city.

From what I can tell, you're
in no shape to use my weapons.

Sorry about that. Come back
when you're feeling better.

Looks like no one's home.

They seem to be away.

There's no one here...

Hello? Anybody home?

They're not here.

Seems like no one's home.

Nobody's home...

They must be out right now.

Nobody's here.

Is everyone here?

Yeah, we all made it.

Alright, we should be safe
here for a while.

Their defense is impenetrable...
We need a plan.

Durant, call a meeting. We'll
hear from everyone.

It won't be possible to simply
force our way through...

How 'bout attacking them at
night?

That's what we always did at
Marduk Woods.

We're dealing with Baldus
here... The God of War.

Also called the Shield of
Bronquia, for obvious reasons.

Any defense he's in charge of
is guaranteed impregnable.

If I only had the Ankh...

If I had the Ankh...

............

Some tacticians we are...

You're pretty quiet there,
Elena. Got any suggestions?

Mm... But, I...

C'mon, you know the area,
right? Any ideas?

A direct assault will be
ineffective.

Tell us something we don't
know...

But... There is one thing...

Hmm?

A river flows near the
Fortress of Ishnad.

A floodgate was built to
contain the water level.

Then, how about we open those
floodgates...

We'll wash out the whole
fortress!

Then, what if we opened those
floodgates...

The river would wash out the
entire fortress.

...I get it.

Hm?

If we open that gate, the
river'll overflow.

The fortress would be flooded
out.

...And?

If we open that gate and flood
the fortress, then...

Is that possible?

I believe so. The rainy season
has just ended...

The water levels will be
dangerously high.

Durant, what do you think?

I suppose... it's worth a try.

Alright, we've got ourselves
a plan!

The floodgate's existence is
classified information.

Only a select few know it's
there.

I assume the Special Forces
were privy to it, then?

Alright, let's go. Elena, you
take point.

I'll go with you. Yggdra,
we'll need a diversion.

I understand. Leave it to me!

We should be fine if we get
there while it's dark.

Master Milanor. You trust me?

I'm an Imperial citizen.

You're not worried this is a
trap?

If it is, I guess I'm screwed,
huh? This is our only plan.

I'm not worried. Remember when
we were going to save Yggdra?

You were true to your word
then, right?

Y-Yes, but...

If this was a t35 ap, you coulda
sprung it a hundred times now.

But, you haven't. So I trust
you.

Plus, Yggdra's never doubted
you, and she's the boss.

............

Sheesh, I'd be in trouble if
this was a trap, though...

I have no idea where we are...
I'd be stranded here!

Haha... That's true.

General Baldus, the Royal Army
has crossed the bridge!

We'll cut off their retreat.
Destroy the bridge!

Yes, Sir!

We've got them where we want
them... Press the attack!

Princess Yggdra, the bridge...!

Our means of escape are gone.

We must keep them occupied
until the time comes.

Hold fast, everyone! Our goal
is to buy time!

Milanor, Elena... We're in your
hands now.

Good, now raise the fences!
Box the enemy in!

Yes, Sir!

Okay, we're ready.

...Everything is in place.

Alright! Then, lead the way!

Master Milanor, we must take
care to move only at night.

Moving during the day could
attract the guards' attention.

Yeah, good call.

Master Milanor, we shouldn't
move during the day.

...You're right. They mustn't
figure out what we're doing.

Elena, not now! We've gotta
wait until dark, remember?

Oh, yes... How could I forget?

There's a note on the door...

"I'll be gone for a while."

Guess he's not home.

There's a note...

It says, "I'll be gone for a
while."

Ah, a note on the door.

It says, "I'll be gone for a
while."

Hey, it's a note...

It says, "I'll be gone for a
while." Awww...

There's a note here...

"I'll be gon28 for a while."

Oh, there's a note...

It says, "I'll be gone for a
while."

There's a note...

It reads, "I'll be gone for a
while."

Oh, they left a note.

Let's see... "I'll be gone for a
while."

The note says the owner won't
return for a while.

We must take caution.

If they figure out what we're
up to, it's all over.

Just a little further...

We're almost there, I hope...

We'll use a mountain pass
from here.

A-Another mountain road, huh...

Hurry. Our forces can't last
long.

Oh yeah--Let's go!

Princess! Esq. Milanor is on
the mountain road.

Well done, Milanor...

Our role is to keep the enemy
distracted! Don't let up!

Hey! I hear water nearby.

Yes. The floodgate is ahead.

Is that it43

There are two gates: one in
front, one in back.

For our purposes, they must
be opened together.

Alright... How are we going to
do this?

I'll take the far gate. I know
these roads.

Master Milanor, open the front
gate on my signal.

Got it. Let's get into place.

Yes, Master Milanor.

............

...Uh, can I ask a favor?

Yes?

Quit with this "Master" stuff.
I'm just a thief, y'know.

B-But, I...

C'mon, you're one of us! You
can call me by name.

...I-I see. Well then... Sir
Milanor.

Hah... I guess that's better
than "Master," at least.

Alright, let's get to it. Be
careful out there!

I will!

Man, I would've never dreamt
up a bypass like this.

The Empire sure is prepared...

Huh43

No!

What the43 You're...43

Whoa! You're that Special
Forces chick...!

You guys were setting up
an attack from both sides43

Tch... They've found us out...

We must contact the main force
inside the castle. Retreat!

W-Wait!

Huh? There's something growing
here...

Something's growing here.

Hey, there's some fruit here!

The foliage is so dense here,
I can't see anything...

The path is kept well-hidden.

Sir Milanor, are you alright?

How much farther is the
floodgate?

We're about a third of the
way there.

Ugh... We need to make better
time, or Yggdra's sunk.

If the guys inside find out,
Yggdra's in trouble!

We must catch them!

Master Zilva must be heading
for the secret entrance!

It's a hidden pathway that
our unit uses.

We need to hurry!

We're all in trouble if they
make it there!

No! They got away!

Dammit! They're too fast,
we'll never catch them!

Yo, Milanor!

Kylier, is that you43 Where
are you43

Up here! What're you doing
in a place like this43

Kylier! You gotta help us
catch those guys!

If they get away, Yggdra's in
big trouble!

Yggdra...? Is that princess
still yanking your chain43

Hey, she's not a princess
anymore! She's the queen!

Oh, for crying out loud!
You're hopeless!

Ha... I've been beaten...

Master Zilva...!

Your comrades are strong,
Elena...

Just remember...

Your emotions... will destroy
you... in the... end...

......!

Forgive me for betraying the
kindness you've shown me...

I'll never forget the lessons
you taught7C me, Master Zilva...

............

We did it! They'll never see
this coming now!

Huh? See what coming?

We're heading for the
floodgate up ahead.

Milanor!

Kylier43

What're you messing around
here for?

Me43 What about you43 Isn't this
a little out of your way?

Huh? Well... I was worried, so
I came to check up on you.

You weren't with the troops
out front, so I flew around.

I'm on a secret mission here
to save those troops you saw.

That princess still has you
wrapped around her finger, huh?

Hey, she's not a princess
anymore! She's the queen!

Really? Huh...

So, you're not on your way
to help them, then?

Nah, we're going to the
floodgates up ahead.

You should come along!

Anyway, we've gotta get going.

What are you doing with the
floodgate?

Our mission is to save the
main force and clear a path.

Huh. I don't think I get it,
but sure, I'll tag along...

Let's split up here.

Okay. You're taking the far
gate, right?

Will you be alright alone?

Yes. I'll signal when I reach
the other side.

When you hear it, open the
gate up ahead.

Just leave it to me!

There may be guards. Be
careful.

See you when we're done.

Okay. Seeya!

Alright, this is it. Keep
quiet...

Pssh... You don't need to
remind me.

There it is...

You see the guards?

Yeah... Let's thrash 'em and
take that gate!

Is someone coming...?

Could be the next shift, but
stay alert, just in case.

W-Who are you43

No time for formal
intro27 uctions!

W-Who are you43

No time to explain! Get
ready for a pounding!

We have to get to the
floodgate!

Weren't we heading for the
floodgate?

How... did you get here...?

Aaaargh!

This way! Swarm the Royals!

Crap! They've got
reinforcements!

That takes care of 'em!

Thanks, Kylier. You really
came through for us.

No charge. So, what now?

As soon as I get the signal,
we open this gate.

Huh? Why would you do that?

That's our plan! We're gonna
flood the Empire's fortress.

Sir Milanor, now!

There's the signal! Time to
open the gate!

Damn, this is heavy...

Got it!

Kylier, get back! This could
get dangerous!

H-Huh? Why the concern all of
a sudden? Yeesh...

Cripes, the water...!

Good. I just hope we made it
in time...

Look! The castle wall...

Princess, they must have
succeeded!

We must attack before the
enemy recovers!

You're right. Let's join up
with Milanor and Elena.

Sir Milanor, our mission is
complete!

Yeah, I'd say that went
pretty well.

Let's get back to the main
group and kick some tail!

Hey, what's this...?

Is this safe to carry around?

What's this?

It feels damp...

Hm? What's this...?

I don't think a damp shell
is likely to explode...

Hey, there's something here!

Is it okay for Nietzsche to
hit this?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

A defective shell...

Oh, there's something here.

It won't explode, right?

I found something!

A damp one like this probably
won't explode.

What is this...?

...I think it might be dangerous
to carry this around...

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

Hey, is this really safe to
keep?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

A lens used as a sighting
device... Clever.

Oh, there's something here.

How... scientific.

Huh? There's something here...

Ooh! This little fishy looks
all slimy, and really tasty!

There you guys are! Ah, I love
it when a plan comes together.

How's everyone here? You guys
must be bushed.

We're fine. It's good to see
you return safely.

All thanks to Elena! So,
what's the enemy up to now?

The rush of water devastated
them and their fortress.

Baldus has been quick to adapt
to the situation, however.

Well, we'll never get a better
chance to attack. Let's go!

Is everyone here okay43

General Emilia!

We hafta protect the town of
Ish!

Everyone there is in danger!

Is everyone here okay43

Th-This is awful! Are all the
soldiers here dead43

General Emilia, what will you
do?

We hafta protect the town of
Ish!

Everyone there is in danger!

Now they've done it! Everyone,
ready the cannons!

Yes, Magister Eudy!

They've regrouped pretty
well, considering...

We'll never get the drop on
them at this rate.

Even so, their strength must
have been severely reduced.

H-Help! The Royal Army's
invading our town!

P-Please! Don't hurt my
child...!

Run! It's the Royal Army!
They'll kill us all!

No... The people are still
here...!

Ge31 eral Baldus! The Royal Army
has entered the town of Ish...

So, the walls have been
breached...

Hurry! Open the Gates of
Carnage.

B-But, if we do that...

I will not abandon those who
have yet to evacuate!

How long do you think they'll
last without us?

A nation is nothing without
its people! Open the gates!

Yes, Sir!

Hey, check it out!

The gates are open! Now's our
chance!

Everyone, make for the gates!

Looks like everyone's
hightailed it...

~~~

[Roukan]

The Imperial citizens have run
away.

The inhabitants must have
fled.

Everyone ran away...

All the citizens have run away...

Looks like all the citizens
ran away.

The people living here must
have fled...

Looks like everyone living
here ran off.

The citizens are gone.

The people living here ran
off...

Hey, what's this...?

That hole in it means it
won't explode, right?

What's this?

Since there's a hole in it,
it can't explode, right?

Hm? What's this...?

There's no danger of this
exploding with a hole in it.

Hey, there's something here!

Is it okay if Nietzsche bangs
on this?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Funny how so many Imperial
shells seem detective...

Oh, there's something here.

Have bugs been at this...? Nah,
that's just silly.

I found something!

Well, this is useless.

What is this...??

Doesn't seem very useful.

I found something.

They removed the fuse...?

Huh? What's this?

...Can we use this?

Waaah! Mommy, where are you?
I'm scared!

Wow...7C This place is in ruins.
Maybe we did too good a job...

We dragged the Imperial
civilians into this...

Our way is clear... But, these
people did nothing wrong...

Is this right...? We wanted the
army, but we got the people...

...We can use this confusion to
our advantage.

I hate to sound heartless, but
isn't this chaos good for us?

How could we drag the citizens
into this...

Innocent people are mixed up
in this now...

I'm sorry, everyone...

This is horrible... These people
didn't do anything!

Have we made it through?

The enemy is on the run! Man,
they were tough...

Once we're through this town,
the way to Bronquia is clear.

Our foes fall further back as
they sustain more injuries.

Princess... This is our chance
to pursue them all the way.

We will advance! In the name
of the Holy Sword!

Tch... At this rate...

They just won't stop! Geez...

General Baldus!

General Emilia and Magister
Eudy are under attack!

Open the gates! Let them in!

Yes, Sir!

There are Imperial forces
blocking the gate!

That old guy again! He really
is a Shield, huh?

Beyond here is our goal: the
Imperial Capital of Flarewerk...

S-Sir Baldus! Why did you open
the gates43

I won't abandon you two.

But, the Royal Army came in
right after us!

C'mon, Eudy, let's get'em!
Together, we can do it...!

Absolutely not. You two will
return to the Capital.

What43 You want us to just
leave you here43

You don't need to worry about
us! We can still fight!

Who will protect the Capital
if they breach these lines?

We must protect His Majesty.
That is your responsibility.

Master Baldus...

...This is the land where I grew
up. I know it intimately.

Thus, I have the advantage. I
must stand fast here.

...Alright. If those are your
orders...

Do not worry. The enemy will
not pass me so easily.

Tell that to His Majesty. I'm
counting on you!

General Emilia... let's go.

Master Baldus! Please, don't
do anything silly!

Sir Baldus! Take this... It's
the least I can do.

Please, come back safely...!

Magister Eudy and General
Emilia have retreated.

I see... Thank you. Now I can
fight without fear.

General Baldus...

Forgive me for getting you all
involved in this.

It's an honor, Sir.

We must hold this ground until
the girls are safe.

After that...

The enemy! They're here!

So, they've finally arrived...

Let's show them what it means
to attack Bronquia's Shield!

God of War! Let us through!

If you wish to pass, you must
first defeat me!

Baldus! Do not resist, and I
will spare your lives.

...I have many fond memories of
this land.

The way you surely must of
Paltina.

There is nothing sweeter than
to die defending one's home!

Sir Baldus, let us face one
another like knights!

You are truly a worthy
adversary! Come!

Let Nietzsche through, mister!

I cannot let you pass, child,
without a fight.

You've got guts. I admire
that.

12 have resigned myself to my
fate. Now, face me!

What will it be, young one?
Will we fight or not?

Ha... As if I have a choice.

Astral Fencer... I do not relish
crossing swords with you.

Me neither, General... But you
leave me no choice.

No wonder you're known as the
God of War...

I grow weary of this... Face
me, young one.

General Baldus...

There's no need to hesitate,
young assassin. Come!

...Do we have to do this?

There's no shame in an
honorable battle.

Hey, what's this...?

Hey, this could really
come in handy.

What's this?

Hmm... This may be useful.

Hm? What's this...?

This could prove very useful.

Hey, there's something here!

It's got a bunch of pictures
in it...

Hmm, what do we have here...?

How useful...

Oh, there's something here.

Huh! This is pretty useful!

I found something!

There's a lot of stuff listed
in here.

What is this...??

This'll be useful to have.

I found something.

How useful.

Huh? What's this?

This looks... useful, I guess.

...Ishnad falls with me...
Forgive me, Your Majesty.

Sir Baldus! Please, take this...
It's the least I can do.

Please, come back safely...!

Magister Eudy and General
Emilia have retreated.

I see... Thank you. Now I can
fight without fear.

General Baldus...

Forgive me for getting you all
involved in this.

It's an honor, Sir.

We must hold this ground until
the girls are safe.

After that...

The enemy! They're here!

So, they've finally arrived...

Let45 s show them what it means
to attack Bronquia's Shield!

Baldus' Steel Cavalry has been
annihilated!

Princess, the Fortress of
Ishnad is ours.

The Holy Sword is amazing! The
Empire doesn't have a chance!

We're invincible as long as
the Holy Sword's on our side!

Let's march to the Capital and
show them a thing or two!

............

This is sick! From here on in,
it's all Imperial territory.

You're really going to stomp
through innocent towns?

We drove them back from here.
Isn't that enough?

With respect, Lady Kylier, we
cannot leave the Empire alone.

Unchecked, they would think
nothing of invading us again.

Don't you get it? If you go
out those gates...

You'll be the ones invading.

......!

What about it, Princess? It's
your call.

For the justice I swore upon
the Holy Sword, I will advance.

Justice43 What are you talking
about43

This isn't any kind of justice
I ever heard of!

Be that as it may, we cannot
stop now.

Yours isn't the only justice
in the entire world!

You think your Kingdom has
been here forever?

If your precious justice is
an absolute...

What's to stop the people here
from carrying out their own?

Cool it, Kylier...

You've been to Lost Aries. You
saw what it's like now!

Know how that happened? A
little war over justice.

You're not the only one who
lost her home, Yggdra.

My race was exiled there by
the Kingdom... That's why...

That is enough, Lady Kylier!

Kylier!

What would you have us do?

As Durant says, the Empire
will only resume its invasion.

But...!

They will continue this war
until one side falls.

I cannot sit idly by as they
slaughter my people.

............

Our bridges have been quite
literally burned.

I do not condone what my
ancestors have done.

I apologize for what happened
to you. Nonetheless...

I am responsible for the
people of the Kingdom.

...Kylier...

...Enjoy your invasion. You'll
excuse me if I don't help.

I'm through with you and
your rotten Kingdom!

Kylier! Hold up!

I hear what you're saying, but
she's under a lot of stress...

I know... I must sound so stupid
and idealistic.

Then, why...?

I don't know!

I thought maybe I could change
the Princess' mind.

If she wanted to, she could do
so much...

She means well... No one has a
purer heart than Yggdra.

Milanor... If you're going with
them, be careful, okay?

Take this, for luck.

Thanks, Kylier... for
everything.

Well, I'm gonna take off...

...Alright. I'll see you around.

There's a fort over there. I
can make out some people.

Those people... Are they
Imperial soldiers?

Hard to say... They don't look
like a very well-trained army.

Perhaps they're civilians... They
do appear armed, however.

Are they being forced to fight?
I don't wanna hurt 'em...

We'll explain we mean no harm,
and ask them to surrender.

As you wish.

People of the Empire! We do
not wish to fight you!

Please, lay 27 own your
weapons!

Tch! We're not just gonna roll
over for a buncha invaders!

Get out of here, or our
Emperor will crush you!

We do not want pointless
bloodshed...

Please surrender!

This is our home! We're not
giving it up without a fight!

We're gonna protect this
country with all we've got!

Can't you listen to reason...?

We're through talking, Royals.
We've said all we need to say!

We'll never let you take our
beloved Bronquia...

If you want to pass, you'll
do it over our dead bodies!

...These guys are serious.
They're gonna fight to the end.

If we cannot sway them, we
must attack.

Perhaps then they'll realize
the necessity of surrender.

Psst, Monica... We put up a good
front, but can we beat them?

Yeah, we're not trained for
this! A-Are we gonna be okay?

Don't worry, guys.

Canaan at Fort Genoma should
have already gotten word.

All we've gotta do is whittle
them down... We can do it!

We've taken the fortress!

C'mon, don't make us hurt
you!

Get out of our home, invader!

Please! Stop this pointless
resistance!

We do not want to fight you!

You keep saying that, so why
don't you just leave43

Stop this foolishness! You
cannot defeat us!

Save it, Royal pawn! We won't
know if we don't try!

...Do we have to fight?

What's wrong, girl? Scared?
Come and get it!

Alright, that's enough... You
know you can't beat us.

You're attacking our homes!

If we don't stop you, who wi2F l43

Stop this charade. You're no
match for us.

You're attacking our homes!

If we don't stop you, who will43

Don't come any closer! How
could you invade our home43

............

Are you guys serious...?

Believe it! We'll do whatever's
necessary to protect our home!

Please, don't resist...!

We could be at peace if you'd
just get out of here!

Look! It's the Royal Army!

Get out of here, Royal scum!

This is our country you're
trampling over! Go away!

Get out of here, Royal scum!

This is our country you're
trampling over! Go away!

Royal Army! You'll never take
us alive!

You won't find a single man in
the Empire who'd surrender!

I'd run back home if I were
you! *spit*

Didn't I tell you that you'll
never take our land43

You won't find a single man in
the Empire who'd surrender!

I'd run back home if I were
you! *spit*

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.

They're sleeping.

Canaan! Help me... It hurts...

Monica! Don't die on me!

Princess, there's another
stronghold up ahead...

............

...Princess?

Oh, excuse me. I was just a
bit dazed...

Man, I feel low... That was no
battle.

It was more like a massacre.
None of 'em knew how to fight.

Is this war, then?

...Yeah, I guess.

Now I see what Kylier was
trying to say.

............

Royal Army! Don't you know who
Monica was? What she meant?

I will never forgive you!

Here, too...43 Please, stop this!
I don't want to fight anymore!

It's too late to play the
innocent, Princess!

We were born and raised on
this land!

Would you just surrender your
homeland to outsiders?

Would you just sit and watch
your countrymen suffer43

You killed them all... Monica...

You monsters!

B-But...!

They have no intention of
surrendering...

No...

What are we supposed to do?
We can't surrender, either!

We've taken this stronghold,
too...

No... I'm too late...

R-Retreat!

It's useless! Just call it
quits already!

Shut up! We have a duty to
protect our country!

Royal Army! How dare you
invade our land like this!

We've got a score to settle
with the Empire!

I don't want to fight you!
Please, surrender!

How can you expect me to give
up, the way you killed Monica43

Withdraw your soldiers!

No way!

You cannot defeat trained
soldiers...! Surrender now!

We'll never desert our
country, or our families!

I won't forgive you anymore!

Your Empire was the aggressor
first!

Please, stop!

If you want our land, you'll
have to kill us first!

I'll kick you all out myself!

I don't want this to happen
anymore...

I don't want to fight you. Move
aside if you want to live.

Bring it on! I'm ready to die!

I won't forgive you anymore!

I seem to recall you meddling
in my domain first!

This cuts both ways, l2C ttle
girl!

You have no chance of winning.
My advice is to forfeit.

How would you feel if your
country was invaded?

If we don't stop you, who
will43

I won't forgive you anymore!

Don't you recall what you did to
my domain? I say we're even.

This is our land! Get out!

Forgive me... We have no
choice...

Traitor! I won't forgive you!

Stop! I don't want to fight
you!

Stop resisting... We don't want
to hurt anyone else.

Then, why don't you go back
home43

Please, call off the militia!

I once led a resistance, too...
I know how you feel.

But, this will only lead to
more bloodshed!

We'll never back down!

...Please surrender!

Get out! Leave our land at
once!

You traitor! I'll never
forgive you!

Please, surrender! Please...!

This is a stronghold? It's
a pretty rickety-looking one...

This stronghold seems like
it could collapse anytime.

They meant to resist us from
here? That's...

...This stronghold was rather
hastily put together.

Wow, this stronghold is
falling apart...

A temporary stronghold... The
construction's very shoddy.

This stronghold must have
been thrown up in a hurry.

Looks like this stronghold
was made in real hurry.

Yeesh... Even our hideout looked
better than this.

A hastily-made stronghold...

Hey, I see something!

...This looks important.

That's...! My precious ring that
I lost in the river...

...Won't you please return that
to me?

............

...You're not the villains I
thought yo38 were.

I don't have it in me to repay
kindness with hostility.

Please take this.

...I appreciate your returning
the ring.

But I beg of you, please leave
these lands at once.

K-Kill me if you want!

I won't move from here until I
find what I've lost.

...I appreciate your returning
the ring.

But I beg of you, please leave
these lands at once.

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.

They're sleeping.

You're the Royal Army! What
are you doing here43

Are you here to take what's
mine? Here, have this then!

Catch!

That's all you'll get from me!
Get out of here!

That's all you'll get from me!

Get lost!

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.

They're sleeping.

Th-The enemy! We've got to
flee before they kill us!

God will never forgive this!

God... Strike down the invaders
with your wrath...

Don't come near us, outsiders!
Go home!

God will never forgive this!

God... Strike down the invaders
with your wrath...

Kill me if you must.

Remember, we have our own
justice. God is on our side!

Don't forget that!

Remember, we have our own
justice. God is on our side!

Don't forget that!

Excuse me...

Maybe you can help.

I hate to ask, but can't you
spare some change?

I haven't eaten anything for
days...

...Thank you so much.

I don't have much, but here...
Please take this.

Excuse me...

I hate to ask, but can't you
spare some change?

I haven't eaten anything for
days...

...Thank you so much.

I don't have much, but here...
Please take this.

Go ahead and kill me if you
want.

I haven't eaten anything for
days...

I'll be dead soon no matter
what.

I'll remember your kindness.

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.

They're sleeping.

Hmm? Hey, you.

Let me take a crack at
reforging that sword of yours.

Here you go, a nice, blunt
sword. Go on, take it!

It's the perfect weapon for
the Royal Army!

It's the perfect weapon for
the Royal Army!

Let's see you invade with
this thing!

What? You're fighting without
any weapons?

What's the matter, Fantasinia
out of money or something?

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.

They're sleeping.

Forgive me, Monica... I couldn't
avenge you...

I'm sorry! I7C tried to protect
you...

I'll avenge Monica's death,
intruders!

The city's on fire... I have
to hurry!

Cripes, aren't these guys
afraid to die43

No matter how many we kill,
they refuse to surrender...

The Empire must have some
heavy-duty propaganda.

Yeah, no doubt.

Whaddaya got over there?
Anyone left?

Nope. They're probably all
dead already...

Damn. War's hell, huh?

We defeated the aerial units
and those inside the fort.

Are they all dead?

Yeah... No one would
surrender.

It was them or us. One side
has to lose...

Of course, but... This is so
merciless.

You saw their stronghold,
right?

Whoever built that thing had
no idea what he was doing.

It wouldn't have held against
a strong breeze, let alone us.

These guys aren't anything
like real soldiers.

This... Is this war?

Yeah. You said before, we
can't turn back now.

You gotta go in resolved. This
isn't for the faint of heart.

Right... resolved.

We're fighting for something
we believe in too, right?

Aren't we?

There's a marsh up ahead... That
could cause problems.

...Esq. Milanor. Do you think
the Princess is uncertain?

Huh?

Her spirit seemed to be
flagging in battle.

Oh... Yeah, I guess so...

Hmm... The princess is too
kind.

I understand her sentiments,
but...

Ah, give her a break. We're
fighting a bunch of commoners.

It was easy to fight when she
was a rebel against an army.

Here, the ones she's killing
are parents... lovers... p28 ople.

I think she's realized that
things aren't like they were.

............

But hey, it's not our
responsibility, is it?

If the princess tells us to
fight, we fight.

She's got to bear the weight
of command.

I see...

It's a hard lesson, but I
think she's learning it.

She's seeing what it means to
rule... and, to conquer.

............

Don't worry about her. She'll
be fine.

That's why we're here, right?
Our job is to support her.

...You're right.

Anyways, looks like the next
wave of enemies is here.

That's... Imperial militiamen
and...

Looks like Emilia's Aerial
Division. Careful, everyone!

I've got to hurry! The people
need me!

Just give it up!

Shut up!

It's useless to resist us!

I'm gonna protect Brother and
everyone! I won't run away!

Scarlet Princess, withdraw
your forces!

No way!

...Do we have to fight?

I have to protect everyone...
This is my country!

Return the Ankhs!

No way!

Now, return the Ankhs.

No way!

...Give up. You can't fight
with those injuries.

I can still fight! I'll
protect everyone!

Beating you won't revive my
comrades, but...

We can't lose here.

I won't let you pass!

Please, stop...!

I'm a soldier! I don't
surrender!

Hey, what's this...?

It's a freaky mask...

What's this?

It looks very old.

Hm? What's this...?

It's a large mask.

Hey, there's something here!

Ooh! It's a weird mask!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

A mask from a bygone era...

Oh, there's something here.

A mask from a bygone era...

What is this...?

It's an old mask...

I found something.

...This should be good for me...

Huh? What's this?

It's a mask with a weird-
lookin' face on it...

Hey, what's this...?

It's a freaky-looking
talisman...

What's this?

It seems to be very old.

Hm? What's this...?

What is this talisman for?

Hey, there's something here!

How do I use this?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

It's a cursed talisman from a
bygone era...

Oh, there's something here.

It's a cursed talisman from a
bygone era...

What is this...?

It seems old...

I found something.

What's this for?

Huh? What's this?

It's a weird-lookin'
talisman...

Th-The Royal Army43

Please, we don't have anything
worth taking...

This is a poor village!

What... You're giving this to
me? Th-Thank you very much!

I've never eaten Dozeu before...

My body is so frail, I can't
work to earn money.

I don't have anything of
value, but please, take this.

Th-The Royal Army43

Please, we don't have anything
worth taking...

This is a poor village, and
I'm a frail old woman...

I have nothing to give you.

Hmm, Dozeu... How should I
prepare it...?

I think I'll make it into a
stew.

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.

They're sleeping.

Royal Army! Why have you come
here43

This i36 our country! You
don't belong here!

Take this!

Yuck! That was nasty.

Ah...!

Ergh...! He threw an egg.

Ouch! That's so mean!

How vulgar...

W-What was that for43

Ugh...!

Ugh!

W-What was that for43

If I had anything else to
throw at you, I would!

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.

They're sleeping.

Hey, what's this...?

This is my kinda weapon!

What's this?

It's some kind of weapon.

Hm? What's this...?

It's some kind of weapon...

Hey, there's something here!

What's this for?

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Oh, there's something here.

This could prove useful...

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

That's a funky weapon.

Waddaya want at this time of
night?

Whoa, you've got some duds!
I collect those!

Give 'em here! I'll give you
something good for 'em...

This little doodad will let
you see in the dark.

Have fun with it!

Waddaya want at this time of
night?

Whoa, you've got some duds!
I collect those!

Give 'em here! I'll give you
something good for 'em...

This mechanized bow'll shoot
until it's out of arrows.

Have fun with it!

Waddaya want at this time of
night?

Whoa, you've got some duds!
I collect those!

Give 'em here! I'll give you
something good for 'em...

It's a razor-sharp blade, just
like the name sa3C s.

Have fun with it!

Waddaya want at this time of
night?

Whoa, you've got some duds!
I collect those!

Give 'em here! I'll give you
something good for 'em...

This's the ultimate weapon. It
can bust up the hardest rock!

Have fun with it!

Waddaya want at this time of
night?

You don't got nothing I want.
Beat it, kids, I'm busy.

I make only the best items.
Have fun with 'em!

As you can see, I'm a nomad.

We migrate from place to place
according to the season.

I don't have a stake in any
nation being right or wrong...

Wars are always trouble for
us, though.

For one thing, they kill off
our precious cattle.

Think about the less fortunate
before you pick a fight.

Get me?

Wars are always trouble for
us.

For one thing, they kill off
our precious cattle.

Think about the less fortunate
before you pick a fight.

Ahh!

...B-Brother... I'm sorry...
I can't... anymore...

M-Mother...

Ahh!

The way ahead is all clear,
Yggdra.

*huff* *huff*

You okay?

Yes, I'm fine.

(It pains me to fight common
people... Is this a just war?)

(But, there are so many who
believe in me...)

(I won't rest until I win a
peaceful world for them!)

Emilia, the final Dragon
General, has been defeated.

All that remains is Eudy's
unit, Gulcasa's main force...

And the valkyrie Aegina's
army.

Those three will be the
toughest, though.

It'll be a hard fight. After
all...

Yes. The battleground will be
the gates of their Capital.

How should we proceed?

I'll ask Gulcasa to surrender
first.

......!

I wish to avoid any more
bloodshed.

We will gather our troops at
the Arc of Triumph.

And, if that doesn't work?

If that happens... Then, it's
war.

...Understood, Princess. I
shall prepare at once.

My report, Sir! At Drominos
Marsh, General Emilia was...

Sh-She was killed in combat,
Sir!

......!

She fought bravely... until the
last...

...I understand. Please leave
me.

Y-Yessir!

...Forgive me, Emilia.

I have failed as a brother if
I could not save my own kin...

Attendants! To me!

Yes, milord!

I am taking to the field.
Gather my men.

Yes, Sir!

Look! That's...

Gulcasa... The Emperor of
Carnage!

Princess Yggdra, I salute your
making it here!

Hear me, Emperor!

A world forged in blood only
brings more suffering...

We have seen enough sacrifice.
Lay down your weapons.

If you do, I swear that your
people will not be harmed.

Hahaha... Is that all you came
here to say?

What an arduous journey, for
such a ridiculous request.

Even were I to believe you, we
would never accept your terms.

You doubt my words?

We razed your Kingdom, and you
have responded in kind.

How are we to extinguish our
flames of hatred now?

This fighting cannot end until
one of us can fight no more!

But...

Our resolve is as firm as
yours! We will not yield!

We have long since passed the
point of no return, Princess.

So much for negotiation...

You t35 ied, Princess, but we
must prepare for battle now.

Princess...?

Must we...?

Is there no other way?

Is the sword the only means
of carving a path?

My sole aim is a peaceful
world, free of borders.

Princess...

But, to tear down these
borders, blood must be spilt.

Why is that?

............

Princess, compose yourself!
You cannot falter now!

But... I...

...Here they come!

You will find that things will
not be so easy this time!

Prepare yourself, Princess
Yggdra!

Look, Princess.

The Imperial Knights are
guarding the Arc of Triumph.

Hmm. That's Gulcasa's personal
cadre of warriors.

If they've taken up positions
there, that means...

They will fight to the bitter
end.

Yeah... This won't be easy.

My Imperial Knights are the
strongest in all of Bronquia...

Do not delude yourself that
you will pass, Royal Army!

Everyone! Hold tight!

Dammit! Those Ankhs are a
real nuisance!

Bad enough when it was just
one of 'em, but this is nuts!

(Milanor and the princess will
never last at this rate...)

(......)

(If I could just take out
those Ankhs somehow...)

(Milanor would be able to
get through!)

Alright, my mind's made up!

Milanor! Hang in there!

Huh? Sheesh, Kylier, you don't
need to tell me...

H-Huh...43 What are those tears
for...?

I'm gonna clear the way for
you!

Don't tell me you're...

No!

Don't do this, Kylier! Stop!

C'mon, Al! One more time!

Sqaaaawk!

W-What's with her43 Look out,
she's coming this wa3C !

Kylier43 I thought you were
through with us!

Kylier...43

You said it yourself,
Princess...

You can't turn back now!

You've got a responsibility
to the people!

I said there's no such thing
as absolute justice, but...

You have to believe that your
justice is worth fighting for!

If you don't, where do those
who believe in you end up?

The ones who lost their lives
fighting for your cause?

That's...

Why hesistate now? I thought
you'd take responsibility!

Think about Milanor, and all
the others here following you...

They all believe in you.

......!

Stop crying! Milanor and your
men need a leader!

Kylier...

I'll pitch in this one last
time, Milanor.

You guys would fall apart
without me.

...Thanks, I think. What
brought you here, anyway?

I dunno... I just thought,
better you than Gulcasa...

Huh? What'd you say?

Oh, nothing! It doesn't
matter.

C'mon, the enemy's coming!

No! She can't...!

Milanor! Princess! Put an end
to all this for me...!

Kylier! Dooooon't!

...It blew up...

N-No way...

Lady Kylier...

No...!

That idiot... How could she...43

Tch...

............

...The path... The path is clear!
All troops, advance!

What...?

Are you going to stand there
and waste Kylier's sacrifice43

Don't look back! Go! Go!

Defeat the gatekeepers, and
we've got a shot at this!

Get it together, and let's go!

You're right... Advance!

Th-This is...

Kylier... Al... I'll make sure
you didn't die for nothing!

Is this...?

Kylier...

Th-This is...

Lady Kylier...

Oh... This is...

Al's feather...

This is...

The griffon's feather...

Could this be...?

How could she be so reckless...?

This is...

I won't let their deaths be
in vain!

This...

She had something worth
risking her life for...

O-Oh... This's...

Damn, there's something in
my eye...

Hey, what's this...?

What's this?

Hm? This is...

Hey, there's something here!

Is this really...?

It's broken...

Well, I suppose it doesn't
matter now.

Th, This is...

It broke...

Well, there are more important
things to worry about now.

What is this...?

I found something.

Huh? What's this?

Th-They got me...!

The gate has been breached!

Aaagh! I-It's all over!

Your Majesty! The Arc of
Triumph has been--

Breached? I see... I'm not
entirely surprised.

The final battle is here. It's
time I made my presence felt.

Ready the troops. We'll lure
the enemy onto our ground!

Yes, Sir!

Princess! We've reached the
Imperial Capital, Flarewerk.

That way lies Gulcasa's
Castle Bronquia.

Finally... We've come so far,
and sacrificed so much.

Kylier and the rest of my men
will not have died in vain!

The Imperial Army is taking
positions in the streets!

Who's commanding them?

Umm... We believe it to be
Aegina, but...

...Believe? What are you trying
to say?

Well, er... Just look for
yourself!

There are two Aeginas!

What is the meaning of this43

............

...I suspected something was
wrong.

Aegina lost an eye to Elena's
ambush.

Yet, soon afte35 ward, she
reappeared without a scratch.

Now that you mention it...

The two Aeginas are most
likely twin sisters.

We never realized, because
they alternated their attacks.

Twins... That explains how
they attacked so repeatedly.

My stars... Two Valkyries with
the same abilities...

This will be a hard-fought
battle.

We must emerge victorious.

For those who have lost their
lives...

We cannot lose this battle!

They're here! What should we
do, Luciana?

We'll show that damn princess
she's come to a dead end.

While we're at it, we'll make
them pay for your right eye.

Look at her... A loving family,
a palace for a home...

Never knowing of how close
we came to being killed...

We'll make her rue the day she
was born, sister!

So, you come two for the price
of one. Whatta bargain!

Hmph. We can't help it if you
were too stupid to notice.

So, you come two for the price
of one. Whatta bargain!

Have you just now realized?
How did you ever make it here?

I'll kill you with my own two
hands!

Why do you hold such a grudge
against me?

You're so naive... How could the
sword and tiara accept you43

I may have been sheltered as
a child...

But, my journey here has been
more than enough education.

There is pain and suffering in
this world I'd never imagined...

............

I cannot let you pass... These
streets will be your grave!

I accept your challenge,
Valkyrie! Behold our resolve!

Prepare yourself,7C Valkyrie!

No Kingdom dog can possibly
beat me!

So, you were twins?

Does that mean you're only
half a person?

Y-You dare mock us43

So, you were twins?

Does that mean you're only
half a person?

Y-You dare mock us43

Come on, whichever one you
are.

Ha! Let's see you mock us
after you've tasted my blade!

Either one of you, come on.

Ha! Let's see you mock us
after you've tasted my blade!

Come on, one of you. I'm not
particular.

Ha! Let's see you mock us
after you've tasted my blade!

Come on, one of you. I'm not
particular.

Ha! Let's see you mock us
after you've tasted my blade!

The time has come to settle
this, Astral Fencer Russell!

I suppose you're right...

This is it, Astral Fencer
Russell. It ends here.

I suppose it does...

You started this war77 don't
come crying to us!

Stand and fight... We shall
see which one of us falls!

You started this war77 don't
come crying to us!

Stand and fight... We shall
see which one of us falls!

Master Aegina. Are you ready?

I'll do much worse to you
than take your right eye!

Master Luciana. Are you ready?

This is for my sister's eye...
Prepare yourself, traitor!

Hey, what's this...?

What's this?

Hm? This is...

This dragon seems friendly...
I should try riding it.

Hey, there's something here!

Hmm, what do we have here...?

Oh, there's something here.

This looks like something Sir
Durant could use.

This is...

What's this weird thing?

People of the Kingdom... Your
pride will be your undoing.

Our almighty creator, the
great Brongaa, is watching.

He will not let our history
end here!

Soon, you shall feel his
divine retribution.

Tremble in fear at what
awaits you!

Our almighty creator, the
great Brongaa, is watching.

Soon, you shall feel his
divine retribution.

Tremble in fear at what
awaits you!

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.

They're sleeping.

Have you come to visit us?

Don't talk to those brutes,
dearest!

You don't know what they'll
do to you. Come to Mommy...

I asked you to not come here!

Go away!

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.

They're sleeping.

Th-The Royal Army43 Emperor
Gulcasa! Save me!

I-I have an elderly mother.

If I die, there'll be no one
to take care of her!

Please, for her sake, don't
kill me...!

Stay back! Don't take one
more step!

Go away! You're frightening my
mother!

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 sl28 eping..

They must be asleep...

They're all asleep.

They're sleeping.

My parents died in the flood
at Ish...

Then my lover gave his life as
a militiaman...

I've never loved anyone so
much... We were to be married...

You took everything from me!

All I have is my own life, and
it means nothing anymore!

I'll never forgive you as long
as I live!

All I have is my own life, and
it means nothing anymore!

I'll never forgive you as long
as I live!

Looks like they're getting
some shuteye...

It sounds like sobbing...

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 lost all three of my sons
in the war...

I understand how terrible it
is as well as anyone.

There are losses on both
sides, to be sure.

I just worry to what end all
those people are sacrificed.

We say they died for the cause,
and their souls are safe, but...

If we're wrong, what hope is
there for us?

What scares me most is that
my sons may have died in vain...

I just worry to what end all
those people are sacrificed.

I'm tired... Please, leave me.

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.

They're sleeping.

Curse you... How did you get
this far?

Don45 t think you've won yet...
I'll get you next time!

You'll never take our home!

Don't think you've won yet...
I'll get you next time!

You'd better not let down
your guard for one instant!

It's over...

Luciana!

Aegina... Get revenge... End the
grudge we've carried so long...

Luciana43 Don't go!

Please, open your eyes...! No...
This can't be!

No...!

We have an opening! Advance
through the streets!

So, this is the end...!

...Aegina!

Sister... The rest is up to you...
Avenge the both... of us...

Aegina43 Don't leave me!

Please, open your eyes! No...
This can't be!

No...!

We have an opening! Advance
through the streets!

Aegina, withdraw into the
castle.

What?

We'll settle this inside. Fall
back into Castle Bronquia.

But... I've yet to avenge
Luciana!

I deserve to stand fast against
these worms, as my sister did!

No. The situation calls for
our last resort.

But...!

I need your support on this,
Aegina.

This is a direct order: retreat
into Castle Bronquia.

...Y-Yes, Sir.

Commander Aegina...

...We are withdrawing into
Castle Bronquia. Fall back!

Yes, Ma'am!

...Yggdra! I will never forgive
you!

Luciana, withdraw into the
castle.

What?

We'll settle this inside. Fall
back into Castle Bronquia.

But... I've yet to avenge
Aegina!

I deserve to stand fast against
these worms, as my sister did!

No. The situation calls for
our last resort.

But...!

I need your support on this,
Luciana.

This is a direct order: retreat
into Castle Bronquia.

...Y-Yes, Sir.

Commander Luciana...

...We are withdrawing into
Castle Bronquia. Fall back!

Yes, Ma'am!

...Yggdra! I will never forgive
you!

They're withdrawing into the
castle!

Princess! This is our chance
to get inside!

Follow them, everyone!

How dare you murder Luciana...

She was my dear sister... My
only friend since birth...!

You're not the only one who's
lost someone close today!

How dare you murder Aegina...

She was my dear sister... My
only friend since birth...!

You're not the only one who's
lost someone close today!

I'll send you to hell for
what you did to Luciana!

My parents were killed, too.

I would be lying if I said I
held no grudges.

But...

I'll send you to hell for
what you did to Aegina!

My parents were killed, too.

I would be lying if I said I
held no grudges.

But...

For my sister... For what you've
done... I will never yield!

We, too, cannot surrender...
For the sake of our people!

For my sister... For what you've
done... I will never yield!

We, too, cannot surrender...
For the sake of our people!

Stop this! There's no reason
why you both have to die!

What do you know about us43

Stop this! There's no reason
why you both have to die!

What do you know about us43

I know what it's like to lose
a sibling, but...

We still have to put an end
to this.

It's far too late to settle
this peacefully!

I know what it's like to lose
a sibling, but...

We stil2F have to put an end
to this.

It's far too late to settle
this peacefully!

Do you still intend to fight?

It's far too late to settle
this peacefully!

Do you still intend to fight?

It's far too late to settle
this peacefully!

Stop! There's no need for you
to throw your life away too!

You don't know the first thing
about us...

Stop! There's no need for you
to throw your life away too!

You don't know the first thing
about us...

You started this war77 don't
come crying to us!

Stand and fight... We shall
see which one of us falls!

You started this war77 don't
come crying to us!

Stand and fight... We shall
see which one of us falls!

Master Aegina. Are you ready?

I'll do worse to you than
take your right eye!

Master Luciana. Are you ready?

This is for Aegina... Prepare
yourself, traitor!

The invaders are inside the
walls? Is all hope lost...?

I must have faith in our
Emperor...

His Majesty won't tolerate
their presence!

His Majesty will punish you!
You wait and see!

You're fated to die here!

Do what you think is best.

Just know that we have our
own values... Our own justice.

You can overthrow our country,
but ideals cannot be destroyed.

Remember that well.

You can overthrow our country,
but ideals cannot be destroyed.

Remember that well.

Cursed Royals... Prepare the
cannon!

Cursed Royals... Prepare the
cannon!

Commander Aegina, it's too
dangerous here!

Tch... I hate to sa3C it, but
you're right.

All troops, return to the
castle!

We will engage the Royal
forces inside!

Pull back! Hurry!

Commander Luciana, it's too
dangerous here!

Tch... I hate to say it, but
you're right.

All troops, return to the
castle!

We will engage the Royal
forces inside!

Pull back! Hurry!

The Imperial Army has
withdrawn into the castle!

So, Gulcasa plans to settle
this inside his home.

Yes. He will assuredly have
troops waiting for us inside.

It's his place. You never know
what he's got up his sleeve...

What's the plan?

Advance. We've come this far77
we cannot turn back now.

You've got a point there.
Alright, let's go!

Your Majesty! The Royal Army
has infiltrated the castle!

We'll occupy them until
Aegina's unit can regroup!

At my signal, charge!

Yes, Sir!

Your Majesty! The Royal Army
has infiltrated the castle!

We'll occupy them until
Luciana's unit can regroup!

At my signal, charge!

Yes, Sir!

Gulcasa, I'll ask one last
time: lay down your weapons!

I've made my choice, Princess,
and the decision is final.

Now, come!

...Y-Your Majesty!

Ugh...!

Your Majesty!

Aegina...!

I'm sorry to take so long!
Stand back, your Highness!

The time has come to repay you
for the kindness you've shown!

Withdraw, and let me handle
these intruders!

As you wish. The battlefield
is yours, Aegina!

Your Majesty!

Luciana...!

I'm sorry to take so long!
Stand back, your Highness!

The time has come to repay you
for the kindness you've shown!

Withdraw, and let me handle
these intruders!

As you wish. The battlefield
is yours, Luciana!

We'll attack with everything
we have left!

We must buy His Majesty time.
Everyone, form on me!

Princess Yggdra... Royal Army...
This is for my sister!

We'll attack with everything
we have left!

We must buy His Majesty time.
Everyone, form on me!

Princess Yggdra... Royal Army...
This is for my sister!

This one's not afraid to die!
Don't understimate her!

We have no choice! Attack!

Hey, what's this...?

There's some kinda writing
inscribed here.

What's this?

I wonder what it could be... It
looks very old.

Hm? What's this...?

Ah, an ancient tablet.

Hey, there's something here!

Something's written here, but
Nietzsche can't read it.

Hmm, what do we have here...?

There's an ancient legend
engraved here.

Oh, there's something here.

It's got an ancient legend
engraved on it...

What is this...?

Some sort of writing is
engraved on it.

I found something.

It bears some sort of ancient
legend.

Huh? What's this?

Something's written here, but
I can't make sense of it.

Ugh...!

Your Majesty... I'm honored to
have been with you...

Please... crush the Royal Army...

Annihilate the Kingdom... that
forsook... us sisters...

No...!

Your Majesty... I'm honored to
have been with you...

Please... crush the Royal Army...

Annihilate the Kingdom... that
forsook... us sist28 rs...

Hurry and prepare the cannon!

Hurry and prepare the cannon!

Look!

It's Gulcasa! Back for more,
is he?

Go forth!

Show them the power of my
personal Imperial Knights!

Yes, Sir!

Gulcasa's coming back out!

He's got his Imperial Knights
with him this time, too.

He means to trap us from both
sides.

Our first priority are the
Valkyries!

Alright, got it. Let's hurry
and end this!

Alright, it's time to storm
the castle!

Gulcasa oughtta be in there
somewhere!

Luciana... So, I've lost you,
too...

But, I cannot be defeated
here!

I will not let it end this
way!

Aegina... So, I've lost you,
too...

But, I cannot be defeated
here!

I will not let it end this
way!

Gulcasa's backing off!

Follow him! Don't let him
escape!

He opened a gate! What's his
plan?

He's going to try to return
to the main castle.

Oh, man... That'll be a pain
in the rear. Let's get him!

You have forced me to play
my trump card!

Gah...! What just happened43

Ugh... What...?

The pressure from his mere
presence... It's tremendous...!

Hey, look!

Is that Gulcasa43

That definitely doesn't seem
like the Gulcasa we know!

I feel like he could crush
me with just his aura...!

...Is this the result of his
metamorphosis?

Have we awakened the sleeping
dragon Brongaa...?

Brongaa? Do you know something
we don't here?

Pope Joachim spoke of this
before he passed away.

Gulcasa awoke the Dragon of
Purgatory, Brongaa...

...An ancient beas37 that spread
darkness across the land.

This was the true aim of the
Ritual of Soul Unbinding.

So, this is what that fortune-
teller was talking about!

If Brongaa fully awakens, its
rage will be unstoppable.

We must defeat Gulcasa before
that happens.

If we don't, the consequences
could be catastrophic.

Gwaaaaahhh!

*chuckle* So... This is it...
This is what death feels like...

My hour has come... I feel it...
The beast is awakening...!

Th-The time is... Hrrngh...
N-Near!

Gwaaaaahhh!

*chuckle* So... This is it...
This is what death feels like...

My hour has come... I feel it...
The beast is awakening...!

Th-The time is... Hrrngh...
N-Near!

Gah...! What just happened43

Ugh... What...?

The pressure from his mere
presence... It's tremendous...!

Hey, look!

Is that Gulcasa43

That definitely doesn't seem
like the Gulcasa we know!

I feel like he could crush
me with just his aura...!

...Is this the result of his
metamorphosis?

Have we awakened the sleeping
dragon Brongaa...?

Brongaa? Do you know something
we don't here?

Pope Joachim spoke of this
before he passed away.

Gulcasa awoke the Dragon of
Purgatory, Brongaa...


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...An ancient beas37 that spread
darkness across the land.

This was the true aim of the
Ritual of Soul Unbinding.

So, this is what that fortune-
teller was talking about!

If Brongaa fully awakens, its
rage will be unstoppable.

We must defeat Gulcasa before
that happens.

If we don't, the consequences
could be catastrophic.

Gwaaaaahhh!

*chuckle* So... This is it...
This is what death feels like...

My hour has come... I feel it...
The beast is awakening...!

Th-The time is... Hrrngh...
N-Near!

Gwaaaaahhh!

*chuckle* So... This is it...
This is what death feels like...

My hour has come... I feel it...
The beast is awakening...!

Th-The time is... Hrrngh...
N-Near!

Gah...! What just happened43

Ugh... What...?

The pressure from his mere
presence... It's tremendous...!

Hey, look!

Is that Gulcasa43

That definitely doesn't seem
like the Gulcasa we know!

I feel like he could crush
me with just his aura...!

...Is this the result of his
metamorphosis?

Have we awakened the sleeping
dragon Brongaa...?

Brongaa? Do you know something
we don't here?

Pope Joachim spoke of this
before he passed away.

Gulcasa awoke the Dragon of
Purgatory, Brongaa...

...An ancient beast that spread
darkness across the land.

This was the true aim of the
Ritual of Soul Unbinding.

So, this is what that fortune-
teller was talking about!

If Brongaa fully awakens, its
rage will be unstoppable.

We must defeat Gulcasa before
that happens.

If we don't, the consequences
could be catastrophic.

Is he a demon43

How is he still standing with
all those injuries43

Is he a demon43 How is he
still standing...?

Princess...

Hahah... It's not over yet!

*chuckle*

Can you feel it? This power...
it will consume everything!

What's with that aura43 I can
feel it all the way over here!

He has been possessed by
Brongaa's madness!

He sustained so many injuries,
but look at his power...!

Heheheh......

Haaahahaha!

No! We mustn't let him escape!

Dammit! Where'd he get the
energy to run off like that43

Gulcasa went through there...

What're we gonna do? You think
we should go after him?

I believe he intends to
sacrifice himself to Brongaa.

And by doing so, fully
resurrect the dragon.

Ushering in a new age of
darkness...?

We must stop him, now, no
matter the cost.

Let's go! Not for our Kingdom,
but for a peaceful world!

What the hell is this place43
I feel like I'm made of lead.

Gulcasa is trying to resurrect
the Dragon of Purgatory here.

Ughh... This heavy, sinister
energy...

It's difficult to move in such
an intense presence...

Look, there he is!

He's heading for that chasm!

Heh... Heheh... O great king
Brongaa...

My life... is yours...

S-Soon... The resurrection
ritual will be complete...

Our lineage... shall take back
this land... once more...!

Just... awhile... longer...

Stop him! If he reaches his
destination...

If Brongaa fully awakens...

This land will again know
unimaginable t32 rment!

...Hahaha... The ritual is
complete...

King of our proud lineage...
Brongaa, Dragon of Purgatory...

Hear me! Awaken!

No!

We were too late43

Ugh... Graahhh...!

The strong rule the earth...
That is the Bronquian way...

............

O new sovereign... You were
magnificent...

...A world controlled by power
is cruel and empty.

Power is defined by those
who wield it.

My parents' deaths still
seethe within me, but...

I mustn't let those feelings
control my power.

I have sworn to use my power
to protect the people.

Heh... Foolish to the end...

You and I... Our souls will
remain distant for eternity...

But, your heart that beat so
strong as to crush our will...

That... We will... never forget...

............

...Is he...43

The battle is won... Right?

...Yes.

It's over.

Hey, the fire's getting out
of control! Move it, people!

Oww!

Princess! It's dangerous here!

Evacuate the troops! Take
shelter, everyone!

Whew... That was close.

Forgive me, Gulcasa...

I wanted a peaceful solution,
but I couldn't stop you...

...Yggdra...

Even with the Holy Sword,
things are going wrong.

It may be true that the Holy
Sword is sacred...

...But, that doesn't change the
fact that it's just a weapon.

Those who wield it are bound
to deliver justice.

We are bound to strike down
the unjust.

But, the Holy Sword is still a
sword... It can only wound.

...Well, yeah, I mean... What
else would it do?

If the wielder of the Holy
Sword is wrong, what then?

What if I'39 e used it to strike
down those who were just?

No way... Just look at you.
That can't be true.

Why?

Well, you treat all of us--
even me, a thief--as equals.

You do everything you can to
prevent needless deaths...

You never used the sword to
destroy, only to protect.

............

That's the whole reason why I
believed in you. Kylier, too.

But, I guess none of that helps
those who were struck down...

...The reason you believed in
me...

Well, how about this: You use
the sword to solve problems...

What if you did the reverse?

The reverse...? Using problems
to solve swords...?

Yeah. I mean, no! Solving
problems without swords!

Though if that were possible,
this wouldn't have happened...

Well, it was just a thought.

............

Whoa! What was that43

Something is emerging from
the ocean! It's...

An island43 A giant island is
rising from the sea...43

......!

This... This feeling...

The Holy Sword is resonating...!

Dammit, it's just one thing
after another!

I have a grave feeling... Let
us go and investigate.

I never imagined anything like
that lying beneath the ocean...

It looks wrong, hanging there...
Like it's not of this world.

I know what you mean.

Hm43 Princess, look!

Welcome, Princess. Ah, forgive
me, I see you've been crowned.

I should, of course, be
calling you Queen Yggdra.

Who... are you...?

You're that Imperial magician...
But, we saw you die!

Nessiah, was it...?

*chuckle* I'm flattered that
you remember me.

I knew I wasn't seeing things
when you reappeared...

You were alive after all!

Yes, the process didn't take
as long as I thought.

I suppose the Gran Centurio
was simply that powerful.

No matter. Everything is still
going according to plan.

What plan? Who are you?

I don't understand... You
orchestrated all of this?

Is that your implication?

*chuckle* Exactly. As I said,
it's all according to the plan.

Now then... I've arranged some
light entertainment for you.

Enjoy it, and excuse me as
I withdraw to steer the island.

Huh...?

So, without further ado... I
present: A touching reunion.

............

K... Kylier43

No... It can't be...

Impressed? It was no easy task,
collecting all the pieces!

I may have overlooked a few,
but don't be alarmed!

Anything missing was amply
replaced with spares I found.

It wasn't so hard. You left a
generous supply in your wake...

You monster...!

What do you think? Exquisite
craftsmanship, no?

............

Nessiah... W-Why you......!

Such ingratitude! After I
worked so hard to rebuild her!

Well, I have things to do, and
islands to steer, so...

I'll leave you two to get
reacquainted.

Now... O wretched soul...

Eliminate your former friends
with your own cold hands.

*chuckle*

Hey! Wait!

Is that really her?

Kylier, can you hear me43
Is it really you43

(...Milanor, help me!)

What's wrong? Say something!

(Please... Hurry, while I'm
still myself...)

(Put me out of this misery!)

20 hy won't you speak43 Can't you
understand what I'm saying43

...She is... I hear her heart's
voice through the Holy Sword.

Huh43

...She's crying...

...From the torment and pain of
having her soul violated...

Kylier...

(I can't fight it... He's going
to make me hurt everyone.)

(Aghhh...!)

She wouldn't really fight us...
Would she...?

(You have to stop me... That's
my last request...)

(Put a stop to this obscenity!
Please, kill me...!)

...She asks that we free her
soul from that cursed body...

She asks...

...That we kill her.

Y-You're joking, Kylier...
You have to be kidding me!

Why do we have to fight you43

Milanor!

Kylier has charged us to free
her. Let us grant her wish!

Argh!

She doesn't want to hurt us...
She has no choice...

Her feelings are so clear that
I'm almost in pain with her...

Dammit...

Is that... Is that all I can
do for you, Kylier? Kill you43

Goddammit all!

Kylier!

(...Aghhhh...!)

(I don't want to hurt anyone...
Please...!)

Kylier...

Lady Kylier! Please forgive
me for this!

...You look so sad. It must hurt
so much...

This is hard for me...

Although I'm sure it's harder
for you...

I don't see what choice we
have in the matter.

I don't like to turn my
blade on a lady, but...

Isn't there anything else we
can do...?

You must be in pain...

......!

Mi... Milanor...
Thank you... Everyone...

I'm sorry...

Kylier! Are you, well... you43

...Thank goodness... I'm finally...
free...

I didn't realize it before,
but...

The reason he was able toFD control my soul...

I still had an attachment to
your world...

He took advantage of that to
revive me...

Kylier...

Princess... No... Yggdra.

I wanted to have seen it...

The new world you'll make...
The one without war...

I was so sure that you could
do it. I had to see...

A world without war...

War only brings hatred and
death... You know that now.

So, I wanted to see what kind
of world you'd make...

............

...Kylier?

...You have to stop Nessiah. He...
wants revenge on the gods...

......43

I saw into his heart... when I
was being controlled...

Immense hatred of the gods... I
felt so sorry for him...

He'll drag the entire world
into a senseless war...

Everything you're trying to
accomplish... will be lost...

So, please... stop him...

...We got it. Don't you worry,
Kylier. We'll take him.

Thank you...

...I'm so tired, Milanor...

I have to go back... to sleep...

Kylier...!

...Don't let hatred... and
revenge... consume you...

If you remember me at all...
Remember... that...

Kylieeeeer!

Kylier...

............

Milanor...

...That bastard...

We gotta go after him!

That plan of his... We can't
let him do it!

You're right. Let's hurry!

Finished already? Good timing77
I'm finished here, too.

I don't see the girl, so I'll
assume she's dead... again.

W-Why you...!

Don't think you're gonna get
away with this!

Milanor!

Any moment now, we'll pass
through Heaven's Gate...

After which, naturally, we'll
be in Heaven.

I've waited so long for this
moment...

What seemed like an eternity...

...For revenge against the
gods?

...Ah, did the girl tell you?
She was not mistaken.

Deep within this island lies
my true body...

I was sealed by the gods...
Abhorred as a fallen angel.

They wrapped me in the Chains
of Conviction...

To sever those chains, I
require the Holy Sword.

It's grown very powerful... You
did a good job of raising it.

*chuckle* I have the Royal
family to thank for that...

Raise? What do you mean...?

You still think that "Justice
lies with the Holy Sword"?

*chuckle* Foolish girl...

I was the one who gave that
sword to the Royal family.

What43

This blade has taken many
lives in the name of justice...

All the rage, hatred, and
suffering born from war...

The Holy Sword has absorbed
it all through the years.

I couldn't always count on
chaotic times, of course.

There were several irritating
kings who promoted peace.

But, it was never hard to spark
new conflicts each time.

Then... all the wars throughout
history were your doing?

I've become quite a conductor.
Everything went so smoothly.

That girl's death has charged
the last of the sword's power...

You put Kylier and us through
this... Just for that43

"Just"43

I've spent my life working for
this! Hundreds of years!

I suppose I shouldn't expect
humans to understand that...

Anyway, as I said, I am that
sword's rightful owner.

It's time you gave me back
the Gran Centurio!

............

If I say no?

*chuckle*7C You're a brave one,
Queen.

But, I didn't put in all this
effort to stop now.

The Holy Sword is the last
vital element of my plan.

In that case, I refuse.

...I'm sorry? What was that?

I have a responsibility to
the people of the world.

What you have done... What you
plan to do...

It runs counter to those
responsibilities.

As sovereign, I have a duty
to stop you.

I thought this might happen...
So be it! Foolish humans......

Go, Astarte, my warriors of
Hades! Keep them occupied!

............

You will return this island
to its place beneath the sea!

It doesn't belong there, but
rather in Heaven.

Through the Holy Sword, I have
heard the cries of humans.

All that hatred and suffering
has sustained me this long...

Thus nourished, my vengeance
can finally begin!

I'll ask again, Yggdra: Give
me the Holy Sword...!

The Holy Sword was never an
innately just weapon...

Used for evil, the Gran
Centurio is a Cursed Sword.

But, I swore at my coronation
to use it for justice!

As long as my will drives it...
Mine, and that of my friends...

You tell him!

We cannot let this foul
creature reach Heaven.

This'll all be for nothing if
he starts a war up here.

It's now or never!

O Holy Sword! Lend us the
power to fulfill our wish...

By the title of La Pucelle...
And my sovereignty...

Illuminate our chosen path...
The way to peace!

Huh...? I can feel some kinda
strong energy under here...

I wonder what that is6F

Too bad I can't dig through
this rock to find out.

I know! I'll just use the
Hyper Drill, and...

It worked!

What is this43

...Ahh, I give up. This rock's
too hard.

What is this intense energy I
feel from below?

I'd dearly like to know what
it is...

...But, I couldn't penetrate the
bedrock here.

Oh! Maybe I could use the
Hyper Drill!

It's working!!

W-What is this?

...It's no use. I'll just leave
it alone.

Hm? I sense energy from
beneath here...

I admit, I'm curious...

...But this layer of rock is
too rigid.

Ah! I shall try the Hyper
Drill on it!

A resounding success!

What... is this...?

...Alas, the rock is much too
hard. I must leave it be.

Hm? Is something under here?

Gosh... What could it be...?

It's too hard to dig... Hmm.

Oh, I know! The Hyper Drill!

Yay! I did it!

W-What is this?

...Too bad. I can't do it.

Hm? I sense great power from
beneath...

Is something trapped below
here?

...If only I could dig through
the thick rock...

I'll try the Hyper Drill.

Ah, it worked. Let's see...

What is this...?

...Mmm. It's no use77 the rock
is simply too hard.

What's that immense power I'm
feeling from below...

I wonder...

If only the bedrock here
wasn't too hard to dig up...

I almost forgot! We have that
Hyper Drill...

Yes! It worked!

W-What is this43

...No dice. Guess I'll have to
give it up.

Hm? I can feel something
powerful below here...

Damn, now I'm curious.

But, with rock this hard, I
doubt I could dig it up...

Oh, yeah! The Hyper Drill...

Ha! That did the trick!

W-What is this?

...Nope, I can't make a dent.
I guess that's that.

There's a strong power from
below.

I wonder...

The ground is too hard to dig.

Perhaps the Hyper Drill will
work.

It worked. Now, let's see....

What could it possibly be?

It's ineffective... I must
focus on the matter at hand.

Hm? Feels like there's some
kinda power down there...

You gotta wonder what could
give off something like that...

...How am I supposed to dig
through this rock, though?

Oh, I know! I'll use the Hyper
Drill!

It worked!

Huh? What's this?

...Ahh, it's no use. I give up.

Huh? There's something shiny
here...

...Th-Th-This is...!

S-Sister! Everyone! Nietzsche
finally found it44

............

Tch... You're already finished
with all my Astarte...?

Bravo, Yggdra. It seems I've
underestimated you.

All this means, though, is
that playtime is over!

Th... This can't be!

H-How... How could I...?

My love for this world is
stronger than any hatred.

As white-hot as your anger
burned...

It could not withstand a
sovereign's responsibility.

Not a Kingdom, not an Empire...
You lost to the entire world.

What...?

After defeating Gulcasa, I am
now the world's sole monarch.

Ha... Hahaha... Is that so...?
I have... lost...

Undone by the Holy Sword I
myself created...

I promised Kylier I would
forsake the sword after this.

I swore to create a new world
without war.

That is our one 3A ish... Our
most fervent desire.

Haha... So, your wish for peace
has conquered my hatred...

............

...So be it...

Then, you work toward this
fabled world of peace...

...Heheh... We will see... What kind
of future...

...reflects upon... these blind...
eyes...

...Is it... over...?

I can't say for sure. At the
very least, we've stopped him.

Great, but how do we stop this
island? How far up are we...?

According to Nessiah, we will
pass through Heaven's Gate.

Which means...

What're we gonna do? I mean,
we're all still living...

I don't know. But, the Holy
Sword is still resonating.

There is something beyond
here... I'm certain of it.

Then, let us proceed ahead...
To Heaven!

Hey... What's that?

Those wings... Is she an
angel...43

............

I am Marietta, Guardian Angel
of the realm of the gods.

Were you not led here by the
fallen angel Nessiah?

I forbid you to enter any
further. Return to your world.

Bright lady, we came to the
island to defeat Nessiah.

We have done so, and found
ourselves here.

...That sword you carry...

...The Gran Centurio, the "Holy
Sword" that Nessiah created...

That blade has been the cause
of all strife on earth.

Have you come to brandish such
an evil weapon in Heaven?

............

Hear the words of my Lord!

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest.

Whether you heed His words
or disregard them...

It is for you to decide,
humans.

This sword has always been
involved in wars...

It's goo27 for nothing but
hatred, anger, and suffering...

I don't pretend to be psychic,
princess...

But, I'm pretty sure you know
what we're thinking, right?

You'd have to... We're all
thinking the same thing.

You're right.

I am Marietta, Guardian Angel
of the realm of the gods.

Were you not led here by the
fallen angel Nessiah?

I forbid you to enter any
further. Return to your world.

Bright lady, we came to the
island to defeat Nessiah.

We have done so, and found
ourselves here.

...That sword you carry...

...The Gran Centurio, the "Holy
Sword" that Nessiah created...

That blade has been the cause
of all strife on earth.

Have you come to brandish such
an evil weapon in Heaven?

............

Hear the words of my Lord!

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest.

Whether you heed His words
or disregard them...

It is for you to decide,
humans.

Hear again the words of my
Lord!

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest.

You are given free will77 make
your decision carefully.

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest...

............

Princess...

This is too big for us. Only
you can decide this one.

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest...

Lay thine edge to rest...

Do you defy our warning?

Then, I shall consider you an
enemy of the gods.

To point your blade at me is
to defy the gods.

Once marked as their enemy,
there can be no turning back.

...Kylier, I'm coming...

...Is this the end...?

...I leave... the rest to you.

...S-Sister...!

...I can't...

...Is this it...?

...Flone... Forgive me.

Will I... be reunited...
with my comrades...?

...Brother... I'll be there soon...

I repeat: beyond here lies the
realm of the gods.

I forbid you to enter any
further. Return to your world.

Hear again the words of my
Lord!

Draw thy blade for eternal sin77
else lay thine edge to rest.

You are given free will77 make
your decision carefully.

Ruling with a sword will only
cause more strife...

"Lay thine edge to rest..." I
will seal the sword here.

Princess...!

It's true that this sword
contains absolute power.

Because of that power, it
has sparked countless wars...

All of which the Kingdom
emerged from victorious.

Over time, my family came to
rely on this sword.

But, that only leads to
history repeating itself...

The sword offers only an
illusion of justice.

Yggdra?

The world without war you
mentioned to me...

The world Kylier wanted...

A place where everyone can
live in peace...

That's a dream I share.

To achieve it, I must break
the chain of hatred.

If this is what it takes to
do so...

Then, I gladly surrender my
sword.

......!

............

............

If that's the way you feel...
Go for it.

Milanor...

Yggdra's no princess anymore...
She's a true Queen now!

She chose what's best for
the entire world.

What she's trying to do, no
king has ever accomplished.

I kinda lik28 it! I'm gonna
stand by her and make it work!

What about you all43

I am a humble Royal Knight
at your service, my Queen!

Nietzsche'll help, too!

A world without war...

Hah! I'd better brush up
on my healing spells, then.

Perhaps it's time to research
healing magic instead...

No battles? I'd have to retire...
Flone would like that.

Finally... The world my comrades
yearned for!

My life is yours. I'll do
anything you wish.

...Everybody...

Thank you, everyone... Thank
you, Milanor.

Well, it's about time to wrap
this up!

We've gotta begin immediately
back on earth, right?

Yes.

In the name of La Pucelle...

O Holy Sword! I lay thee down
now and always!

Rest eternally in this land!

I commend your decision.

To part with what you have
relied so much upon...

That is not a decision
undertaken lightly.

Your courage is a shining
example for your kind.

However, the land below is
still in chaos.

Merely wishing for peace
will not make it so.

............

For that reason, I give you
this.

What is this...?

............

...So spake our Lord:

Nations shall be ruled not
through might, but wisdom...

The staff is for that purpose.

It will replace your Holy
Sword, Queen Yggdra.

For one who has forsaken war,
it is a fitting tool.

Thank you.

...I have seen a ray of hope
in the land below.

Whether it will flourish, or
fade away...

I cannot foresee. It is in
your hands, O Queen.

Your ideals should be passed
on for 2A enerations to come.

Those of us in paradise shall
never forget your courage...

...Yet, we must now part.

This is not a place for the
living.

I shall return Ancardia to
the bottom of the sea...

Farewell, Queen Yggdra, and
her brave followers...

May your future be bright and
filled with peace...

May the gods bless you for
all eternity!

...You are quite strong to have
defeated me...

But, your actions are a
challenge against the heavens.

You have chosen to turn your
blade on the gods...

That hubris shall be the end
of your kind...

Farewell, foolish humans.
Divine judgement awaits you...

Yggdra...

............

Princess...

...Was this the right thing
to do?

I feel like we've done
something terrible.

Justice lies with the Holy
Sword... No matter what.

The Gran Centurio has
delivered our enemies to us...

Hence, this is justice. That
is the way of the Kingdom.

This shall become doctrine in
the world I shall lead.

Even the gods cannot escape
from that truth.

...But, it this really how
things should be?

............

............

............

............

............

The gods were the cause of it
all in the first place!

They stood idly by as Nessiah
did what he pleased!

His wars brought hatred,
which in turn caused harm.

If the Holy Sword's role is to
smite those who bring harm...

Then we must slay those who
are at the root of it all!

No matter who they may be...

Yggdra...

We will go forth, under the
aegis of the Holy Sword.

To rid the heavens of those
who allow harm to come to us!

...Is this the end......?

Is this my fate??

I am sorry to say that it is.

Come now, mortal, what were
you expecting?

Defying the gods is an
arrogant and foolish act...

How drunk you were with power...

How outrageous your actions...

Mourn your folly as your
body returns to the dust.

I shall return to Heaven.

Farewell, foolish humans...

You shall never enter this
domain again, but...

The power of your Holy Sword,
overthrowing the fallen angel...

We will remember that.

...Heheh... Haaahahaha!

Scion of the proud lineage...

King of Kings...

Brongaa, Dragon of Purgatory...
Show the world your power!

The mighty shall run the new
order! The strong will rule!

All the world shall be
bound by this law:

He who holds power creates
the world in his image!

...Heheh... Haaahahahaha!

We... failed...

The terror... has awakened...

That's...

The Dragon of Purgatory...

Aiieee!

Calamity has befallen us!

What tragedy... what horror...!

It has awakened... Brongaa,
the Dragon of Purgatory...

The age of darkess is again
upon this land!

[Walrus]

Done.