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This document is Copyright © 2006-2007 Angelito Bautista Jr. This may be not be reproduced under any circumstances except for personal, private use. It may not be placed on any web site or otherwise distributed publicly without advance written permission. Use of this guide on any other web site or as a part of any public display is strictly prohibited, and a violation of copyright. ONLY the following sites may host this file: - GameFAQs [http://www.gamefaqs.com] - Neoseeker [http://www.neoseeker.com] - Super Cheats [http://www.supercheats.com] = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = CONTENTS ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Part I 1--The Talking Sword-------------------------------------------------[d.01] 2--Deep in the Mountains of Phandaria--------------------------------[d.02] 3--The Border Town of Janos------------------------------------------[d.03] 4--To the Kingdom of Seinegald!--------------------------------------[d.04] 5--Darilsheid, Capital of Seinegald----------------------------------[d.05] 6--Straylize Temple--------------------------------------------------[d.06] 7--Underwater Ruins and the Fourth Swordian--------------------------[d.07] 8--To Calvalese!-----------------------------------------------------[d.08] 9--Straylize Temple in Kalviola--------------------------------------[d.09] 10-Pirate Raid-------------------------------------------------------[d.10] 11-Neuestadt Tour----------------------------------------------------[d.11] Neuesdadt Coliseum (SIDEQUEST)------------------------------------[s.01] 12-Aquaveil Island Hopping-------------------------------------------[d.12] 13-Attack on Moreau Castle-------------------------------------------[d.13] 14-To Terazzi! Take King Tiberius down!------------------------------[d.14] 15-To Phandaria! The Chase for the Eye of Atamoni--------------------[d.15] 16-Precious Memory, Mary's Love Story--------------------------------[d.16] 17-Showdown at Heidelberg--------------------------------------------[d.17] 18-Heroes' Homecoming------------------------------------------------[d.18] Part II 19-Peaceful Country Life, Lienea-------------------------------------[d.19] 20-Revelations: Libra IV---------------------------------------------[d.20] 21-Er'thers' Own Aeropolis, Radisrol---------------------------------[d.21] Recruiting Characters (SIDEQUEST)---------------------------------[s.02] The Tricycle (SIDQUEST)-------------------------------------------[s.03] 22-Ignasea and the Warp Gate-----------------------------------------[d.22] Chelsea's Past (SIDEQUEST)----------------------------------------[s.04] 23-Mikheil and the Sky Cruiser---------------------------------------[d.23] 24-To Start All Over Again-------------------------------------------[d.24] 25-To Create a True Utopia-------------------------------------------[d.25] 26-Belcrant Battle---------------------------------------------------[d.26] 27-A World of Fear and Darkness--------------------------------------[d.27] 28-Repairing the Draconis & Upgrading the Swordians------------------[d.28] 29-Energy Crisis, More Lens Please-----------------------------------[d.29] 30-Night Before the Final Battle-------------------------------------[d.30] Gourmet Dishes (SIDEQUEST)----------------------------------------[s.05] Lilith and the Blue Dragon (SIDEQUEST)----------------------------[s.06] Golden Voice (SIDEQUEST)------------------------------------------[s.07] Sacred Skills (SIDEQUEST)-----------------------------------------[s.08] Programmers' House (SIDEQUEST)------------------------------------[s.09] 31-Path into the Heavens---------------------------------------------[d.31] 32-Tales of Destiny...The End----------------------------------------[d.32] = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Introduction ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Hello reader. This is a Tales of Destiny Game Script transcribed by me, Hel Saga. Tales of Destiny is a Role-Playing Game by NAMCO. It was released December 1997 in Japan and September 1998 in North America for the Playstation. There is a remake of the game that was released on November 2006 for PS2 but, sadly, it is currently Japan-only. This script contains SPOILERS, obviously. I made this very simple so I don't think there's need for an explanation anymore. For updates and my other FAQs, go to hel. Oh, I mean, go to my GameFAQs Contributor Page here: http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/recognition/55850.html = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Updates ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ v. _____ (10/17/2006) - Started this transcript. v. Rutee (11/24/2006) - Complete Game Script from start till the end. v. Rutee (12/21/2006) - Added updates section, and some fixed errors. v. Rutee (01/12/2007) - Did a spellcheck. v. Rutee (02/03/2007) - Changed the ASCII art, fixed the numbering in the contents, and made a few more changes. v. Rutee (03/08/2007) - Updated Introduction. v. Rutee (08/15/2007) - I removed some of the sidequests that I think just takes some space. Don't worry, I only removed the Coliseum ones. You can even read some of it in recruiting Khang. The scene where the party defeats Leon in Harmentz is transferred to the main game script. I also changed the formatting in Stahn's Sacred Skills. This should be the last update in a while. I don't think there's any more to add anyway. Unless, I find more typos. v. Rutee (08/30/2007) - Forget what I said about being the last update. I've read through the script and found a lot of spelling and grammar errors. Also, I'm not quite satisfied with the look of this, myself. So, I decided to do a major reformatting and editing. And this is the result. I'm not saying that this is now error-free. So, if you find anything wrong, please contact me. v. Rutee (11/19/2007) - New ASCII Art. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = GAME SCRIPT ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ ############################################################################# #1--The Talking Sword-------------------------------------------------[d.01]# ############################################################################# {The tale begins on an airship. Two crewmen are talking to each other.} ~~The Draconis~~ Crewman: "Patrol Duty is soooooooo boring." Officer: "Don't complain. You're getting paid to do this." Crewman: "Yes sir. (Sigh) All that's left for us to check is this storeroom." {The officer and the crewman enter the storeroom. They search the dark storeroom and find a young man sleeping inside.} Officer: "Identify yourself!" Crewman: "Is he...dead?" Officer: "No he's just sleeping. Hey, wake up!" {The Officer hits Stahn.} Officer: "What do you think you're doing here? Stahn: "..." Officer: "Hey!" {The Officer hits Stahn again.} Officer: "Can't you talk?" Stahn: "..." Crewman: "Could he be a stowaway?" Officer: "Sure seems like it. Hey, do you hear me?" Stahn: "..." Officer: "He's still half-asleep. Well, you're coming with us, buddy." {The sailors drag Stahn out.} Crewman: "Hey, wake up already!" Officer: "Come on, get the lead out!!" {The officer hits Stahn again.} Stahn: "Huh? Wha, grmblfzzz...?" Officer: "Just walk!" Stahn: "Ofaay...(yawn)." {The guards drag Stahn to the captain's room.} Officer: "Cap'n!" Captain: "What is it? What's all this racket?" Officer: "Sir, we found this suspicious character." Crewman: "He was hiding in the storeroom below." Captain: "What!? Hiding below?!" {The angered captain stands from where he's seated. The crewman tries to calm him down.} Captain: "Who are you?!" Stahn: "Huh? Wha?" {The Officer kicks Stahn.} Officer: "The Cap'n asked you a question! who are you?!" Stahn: "I...ahh...I'm...(ahem)... Stahn Aileron..." Officer: "Where are you from?" Stahn: "I'm from the village of Lienea in Fitzgald." Crewman: "We'll take that sword." Stahn: "S,sure." {Stahn hands over his sword.} Officer: "He doesn't appear to have anything suspicious other than the sword." Captain: "The Draconis is my ship. Why are you here?!" Stahn: "I,I only wanted passage to Seinegald." Captain: "Liar!!! You've come to steal IT, haven't you?" Stahn: "All I want is passage to Seinegald. Please believe me." Captain: "Well, if you're going to play dumb, we can play games too. Maybe we can use him as a punching bag. Do whatever you need to make him talk!!!" Officer: "Aye, cap'n" Stahn: "Wait! What are you doing? S, stop!!!" Officer: "Tell us the truth!" {They beat up Stahn.} Stahn: "Ow! I don't know what you're talking about, honest..." Officer: "You're only making things worse for yourself...Come on, tell us what you know!" {Stahn takes a few more blows.} Officer: "You came looking for IT in the storeroom, didn't you?!" Stahn: "I...REALLY ...DON'T ...KNOW!" Officer: "Shaddup, and spit it out!" {The guards hit Stahn more. Stahn screams in pain.} Stahn: "Uhhh, my aching head...." Captain: "Oh great... just what we need- a stowaway. What a pain..." Officer: "What now, Cap'n?" Captain: "Get him out of here!" Crewman: "Aye, sir." Captain: "And make him swab the deck or something!" Guard: "C'mon get up." Guard: "Move it, slacker!" {The guard takes Stahn out of the Captain's room.} Guard: "Are you all right?" Stahn: "How can I be all right? I just got caught and beaten up like a punching bag." Guard: "Well lad, today's your lucky day, smuggling yourself aboard at a time like this." Stahn: "What do you mean, unlucky?" Guard: "Are you dumb? Haven't you figured out by now that this ship's transporting something important? That's why everyone's a bit jumpy." Stahn: "Oh, I see..." Guard: "The Cap'n isn't usually like that." Stahn: "Sure he isn't..." Guard: "That's enough. Let's get going." {The guard takes Stahn to the deck.} Guard: "Something's not right, I can feel it..." Stahn: "What? What are you talking about?" Guard: "Move along, and don't try anything." Stahn: "Yeesssss, sir." {The guard takes Stahn to the upper level.} Guard: "Awright, stowaway, start swabbing! make sure you don't do anything stupid like falling off the deck. Heh, heh, heh." Stahn: "Falling off?!" Guard: "There's nothing we can do to help you if you fall off the deck. Remember that." Stahn: "(Ahem)...Sure..." Guard: "Now then, let's get your mop. The mop is over there next to the edge." {Stahn trembles as they're so high in the sky.} Stahn: "Wa,wait! Just a sec! I don't think I'm really cut out for..." Guard: "What are you babbling about?" Stahn: "B, because...we...we're so high up in the air..." Guard: "Yeah, so what? Of course we're high up in the air! We're on the Draconis." Stahn: "Well, I'm...I'm kinda scared..." Guard: "Yeah, sure you are. Remember, you're dead if you fall." Stahn: "well, ummmm..." Guard: "Come on, don't be a wimp. You won't fall unless you try real hard." Stahn: "Hey, that's easy for you to..." Guard: "Stop yer yappin', and start yer cleanin'." Stahn: "Uhh..." Guard: "Sheeesh. What's the matter with you? Here, swab the deck first. You can get used to the height bit by bit." Stahn: "Fine..." Guard: "Here, take this mop." {Stahn takes the mop.} Guard: "Hey kid, you're a natural." Stahn: "Gee, thanks...(sigh)." {In the ship's bridge...} Tactical Officer: "Captain, something's approaching on an intercept vector! Range 300 and closing! Th...they're monsters!!!" Captain: "How many are there?!" Tactical Officer: "Sir, there are approximately 100! Now at range 250! 20 seconds until intercept!" Captain: "Those bastards have finally found us! Number 1, sound the alert! Battle stations!" First Officer: "Aye sir! Battle stations! Man your battle stations!!" Captain: "All hands, man you battle stations! and you- go to engineering. Increase Lens generator power output to plus 120% we can shake them!" First Officer: "Aye, Captain. Let's go! Follow me!" Crewman: "Aye, sir!" Captain: "We can't allow IT to fall into their hands. We've got to protect it somehow! Increase power!" {In the engineering...} Officer: "Full power!" Crewman: "Aye, aye, sir!" {In the deck, as Stahn is swabbing the floor, the alarm rings.} Stahn: "What's the alarm for?" Guard: "I'm not sure. Something must have happened." {Monsters land on the deck.} Monster: "Grrwarrggkkkkk!!!" Guard: "M,m,m...monsters!!!" Stahn: "Behind you! Watch your back!" Guard: "What?!" {A monster axes the guard and heads to Stahn's direction.} Monster: "Hee, hee, hee, time to die! Don't worry, I'll make sure your death will be painful!" Stahn: "What do you mean, my turn? Not if I can help it! Damn! *#$@!! I don't have a weapon!" Monster: "Heh, heh, heh... You're all talk, aren't you, little man?" Stahn: "%#$*!" {Stahn runs away.} Stahn: "All I need is a weapon... I'd make monster mincemeat out of them if I had one... Okay, I just need to be calm, and find a weapon somewhere." {Stahn finds crates blocking his way.} Stahn: "Oh no, what's this?! The path is blocked my crates! But I think I can move them." {Stahn moves the crates out of the way. He tries to go up a staircase only to see a crewman die in front of him. He checks him out.} Stahn: "He's still moving..." Crewman: "Oooooo..." Stahn: "Hey, hang in there!!" Crewman: "......" Stahn: "Hey! Wake up!! Hey!!" {Stahn continues the search for a weapon. He finds himself in a dark storeroom.} Stahn: "Something's shining over there..." {Stahn finds a sword and gets hold of it.} Stahn: "Great! A weapon... Whoa, what a piece of junk... I guess I can't complain." ??????: "A piece of junk?!! Hah!!" Stahn: "Wh, who is it?!!!" Dymlos: "My name is Dymlos. I'm the Swordian you hold in your hand." Stahn: "Th, the sword spoke!!!" Dymlos: "Calm down, you fool! I'll protect you from the enemy." Stahn: "What? Pro, protect me?" Dymlos: "Look in front of you! They're coming!" Monster: "I've got you now! Give it to me!" {The monster attacks Stahn. He uses the sword he just got to slay the monster.} Stahn: "Did I just do that?" Dymlos: "Not bad for a novice. But...oh, never mind. So, what's your name?" Stahn: "What? Oh, sorry. It's Stahn Aileron..." Dymlos: "Now, Stahn Air-something or other, you're powerless, so I've give you a spell." Stahn: "A spell? What do you mean?" Dymlos: "I've given you a spell called Fireball. This spell enables you to shoot small fireballs at your enemies. Remember, you must always have me, a Swordian, to cast a spell. By the way, it won't be easy for you to master them." Stahn: "What do you mean by that?!" Dymlos: "You'll see for yourself in time. Anyway, hurry up and get out of here now. You're finished with this place." Stahn: "Okay, okay, I hear you... But say, wait a minute!" Dymlos: "What now?" Stahn: "What do you mean, 'what now'?! You called yourself Dymlos, right? You're a sword, for crying out loud!" Dymlos: "No, I'm a teapot! Of course, I'm a sword!!!!!" Stahn: "How in the world can you speak?" Dymlos: "I can speak because I'm alive." Stahn: "Aw, come on, do you expect me to believe that?!" Dymlos: "Right now, I don't care if you believe me or not. What matters is that I'm here before you. Have you ever heard of the AETH'ER WARS? I was born in that distant past. And now, I have reawakened, And I've chosen you as my master. Do you understand me?" Stahn: "Understand you? Err..." Dymlos: "I will help you with my powers. Believe what I say. If you don't want to die, that is." Stahn: "Hmmm...Okay..." {In the Control Room...} Captain: "I knew it... You've come...for the...sword..." Stahn: "Wha?" Captain: "No, it can't fall...into the hands of... monsters..." Stahn: "So this is the important thing you were talking about?" Captain: "Arggggh!...Ugggh!!!" Stahn: "Come on, wake up!!!" Captain: "......" Stahn: "Damn it!" {After some treasure hunting and monster bashing, Stahn reaches the deck. In there, monsters attack another crewman.} Stahn: "Damn monsters!" {The monsters decides to attack Stahn next, but they were no match for Stahn's newly acquired power.} Stahn: "Are you all right?!" Crewman: "Forget about me...I'm dying. There's an escape pod over there..." Stahn: "But..." Crewman: "Shut up and go! The ship will crash soon... Aaaggggghh..." Stahn: "Come on, don't die!" Crewman: "Arrggh..." Stahn: "No, this isn't happening!" Dymlos: "Stahn, escape now. We're really going to crash!" Stahn: "No, I'm going to take them on! I'm going to crush them all!! Dymlos, give me strength!" Dymlos: "You stupid fool!!!" Stahn: "Dymlos?" Dymlos: "Are you foolish enough to think that if you sacrifice yourself here, this man will come back to life?! I'll spell it out for you. You're an inexperienced weakling right now! Crush them? Hah! They'll crush YOU!! Listen to me! Calm yourself! Know your limits!" Stahn: "But I thought you said you'd lend me your powers!" Dymlos: "Yes, that I will. But I don't want to see you die in a place like this. It was our destiny to become partners. I've been waiting many years for this to happen." Stahn: "Dymlos... I think I understand. Sorry." Dymlos: "Stahn, hurry up. We don't have much time left..." {Stahn rides the escape pod.} Monster: "There is no escape!" {The monster tries to stop the pod but he fails. } ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The escape pod lands in a lake in the mountains.} Stahn: "I'm still alive..." Dymlos: "Hey, Stahn! Be strong, stay awake! You fool! Stahn!" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #2--Deep in the Mountains of Phandaria--------------------------------[d.02]# ############################################################################# {Stahn wakes up in a cabin.} ~~Mountain Cabin~~ Stahn: "Where am I?" ????: "Ah, awake at last." Stahn: "Where am I?" ????: "You're deep in the mountains of Phandaria. We found you lying unconscious by the lake, kid." Stahn: "Who are you?" Garr: "My name is Garr. I'm a traveler." Stahn: "Thank you very much for rescuing me." Garr: "Don't mention it. You look like you're doing some traveling yourself..." Stahn: "Yes, I left to see the world and maybe become rich and famous along the way." Garr: "What were you doing by the lake?" Stahn: "I was aboard a flying dragon, it was attacked by monsters...but I managed to escape from it." Garr: "A flying dragon was attacked? Is it true?" Stahn: "Yes." Garr: "Hmmmm...seems like you've had quite an adventure." Stahn: "Oh, by the way..." Garr: "What is it?" Stahn: "Ummm..." Garr: "Ah, your sword. Come this way." {Stahn follows Garr.} Garr: "It's on the table." {Stahn grabs the sword.} Stahn: "Whew, what a relief." Garr: "By the way, you have something interesting there." Stahn: "What?" Garr: "I'm talking about the sword." Stahn: "Th, the sword? Is...is there...what do you mean?" Garr: "This sword will help you some day." Stahn: "Dymlos will? Do you think so?" Garr: "You'd probably get an answer faster from Dymlos if you just asked him. Isn't that right, Dymlos?" Dymlos: "......" Stahn: "Hey, Dymlos." Dymlos: "............" Stahn: "Hey, I'm talking to you!" Dymlos: "......................" Garr: "Ha, ha ha, it's okay. I don't think he likes me." ????: "That's right. Especially someone with a cynical attitude like you, Garr." Garr: "Master Alba!" Alba: "Ah, are you better now?" Stahn: "Yes. Thanks to you." Alba: "Well, I'm glad to hear that, my boy. By the way, Garr... She hasn't returned yet. Can you go look for her?" Garr: "Again? Consider it done." Stahn: "What's going on?" Garr: "Well, his granddaughter went deep into the mountains but hasn't returned yet. I'm going to look for her." Stahn: "Please take me with you." Garr: "But you're still recovering. You should rest." Stahn: "I'd like to do something to repay you for helping me." Alba: "Well, that's very noble of you, son. I'll take you up on your offer. It'll be dark soon, and I'm a little worried. All right, then we'll both go. Listen, Stahn." Stahn: "What? How do you know my name? Can you read my mind or something?" Garr: "(Chuckle) Something like that... Let's leave it at that for now. We'll get going then." Alba: "I'm counting on you." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {Stahn and Garr leaves the cabin and looks for Alba's granddaughter in the forest.} Garr: "Chelsea!" Chelsea: "Garr! Is there something wrong? Did grandfather send you here? What does he want now?" Garr: "I think he was saying that he needs your help badly... ...He said something about sewing buttons on his pants." Chelsea: "Sew buttons on his pants? ...He needs me for THAT? He was once a revered master archer! This is so embarrassing!" Garr: "There's more to it than that. Master is genuinely worried about you. He's afraid that you got lost again." Chelsea: "No way, I'm not lost! I was just hanging out with Keyaki and my other friends. We were having so much fun, and we just lost track of time. I'm not lost or anything... I don't deserve to be treated like a baby." Garr: "Well, a 14-year old is still a child, if you ask me. Let's go home before it gets dark." Chelsea: "You're treating me like a baby again! ...By the way, who is this?" Garr: "Oh, this is Stahn. He's on a journey to seek fame and fortune." Stahn: "I'm Stahn Aileron. Nice to meet you..." Chelsea: "How do you do? I'm Chelsea Torn, Master Alba's granddaughter. I'm honored to make your acquaintance, sir." Stahn: "Honored to...make your acquaintance...? Wow, your manners are very good for a 14-year old." Chelsea: "It's hard growing up with a grandfather who can't do anything by himself." Garr: "Well, it's hard for the master to have a grandchild who easily gets lost." Chelsea: "Phoooey!" Garr: "Okay, let's go." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The party returns back to the cabin.} ~~Mountain Cabin~~ Alba: "Ah, you're back." Garr: "Yes, we just got here." Alba: "I'm glad you're all safe." Chelsea: "Grandpa! Can't you fix your own pants?!" Alba: "Now, calm down, child. You've got plenty of time to fix it." Chelsea: "No I don't!" Alba: "Really...?" Chelsea: "Of course! I can't keep doing everything for you for the rest of my life!" Garr: "Chelsea. that's more than enough." Chelsea: "Garr, you're on his side too?! You shouldn't spoil Grandpa like that." Alba: "..." Chelsea: "I have to put my foot down like this to make him understand my point!" Alba: "I see, is this how you young ones gang up and abuse a helpless old man?" Chelsea: "Who's the helpless old man?!" Alba: "Have you no gratitude for the one who has taken care of you so far?" Chelsea: "..." Alba: "I think I'm going to be depressed..." Chelsea: "Okay! I'll fix your pants... But only this one last time only!" Alba: "Oh, goody. Chelsea is so kind." Chelsea: "(Sigh)" {Chelsea leaves.} Garr: "Master, what do you mean by 'gang up and treat you badly'?" Alba: "It's just a figure of speech, son. Don't dwell on it too much Oh, yes. I should give you two a reward for finding Chelsea." Garr: "Master, please. A reward for adults like us...?" Alba: "Well then, Garr, there's no reward for you. Let's see now. And you are Stahn, right?" Stahn: "Y, yes sir." Alba: "Here, I'll give you this." {Stahn receives a Melange Gel.} Alba: "Well, there's no need for us to stand around here freezing like this. Let's go back inside the cabin." {Stahn, Alba and Garr heads inside the cabin. Inside...} Alba: "By the way, where were you heading to before we found you?" Stahn: "I was going to Darilsheid in the kingdom of Seinegald..." Alba: "Hmmm, Seinegald... You'll need to pass through Janos to get there from here." Stahn: "Janos?" Alba: "It's a border town to the southwest between Seinegald and Phandaria." Garr: "I can take you to Janos if you want. How about it?" Stahn: "Yes, thank you." Alba: "Garr, are you coming back?" Garr: "Not right away, master. I'm thinking about going back to my hometown temporarily." Alba: "I see... Then, give my regards to your father." Chelsea: "Whaaaaat! Are you leaving me, Garr?!" Garr: "Well, it's not like I have a lot of free time on my hands." Chelsea: "Phooooey!" Garr: "Oh, do behave. I'll come back again." Chelsea: "Chelsea will wait impatiently for you." Garr: "Hey, hey, don't get so serious." Stahn: "Thanks for everything." Alba: "Take care of yourself, son." Garr: "Shall we get going, Stahn?" Stahn: "Sure." {Garr and Stahn leaves the cabin. They got past the forest and reaches Janos.} - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #3--The Border Town of Janos------------------------------------------[d.03]# ############################################################################# ~~Janos~~ Garr: "If you go through the north gate, you'll be in Seinegald." Stahn: "Thank you for everything." Garr: "Don't mention it. Have a safe journey." Stahn: "Thanks. Please take care of yourself too." Garr: "Okay. Goodbye, and good luck." Dymlos: "He's gone at last." Stahn: "Why didn't you say anything?" Dymlos: "I don't trust Garr." Stahn: "Why not? He's a nice guy." Dymlos: "Listen! He knew that I existed." Stahn: "Well, I learned about you too." Dymlos: "You're special. You've been chosen!" Stahn: "Chosen?" Dymlos: "Hey, don't let it go to your head! You've still got some learning to do." Stahn: "Learning..." Dymlos: "Anyway, don't attract attention to yourself." Stahn: "Why?" Dymlos: "Why?! Just think about it!" Stahn: "Now, hold on Dymlos!" Dymlos: "I won't speak unless it's absolutely necessary. Do you understand?! {Stahn explores the town. On the tavern he encounters a group of people.} -John: "Our boss'll be a hero someday and earn his rightful place in history. I can talk to him like this now but I might not be able to hang out with him if he becomes an important man." -Grid: "We're the 'Black Wings' Lens hunter gang." --> 1. Wow, that's cool! Grid: "Ah, so you seem to appreciate how magnificent I am." --> 2. Yeah, so what? Grid: "Whaaaaaaat?! Don't you know who the 'Black Wings' are?! Hey, listen up, pal. We hunt for Lens by going on difficult adventures and then sell them to Oberon Corporation. And many products used by ordinary people are made from these Lenses. ...In short, we're a godsend to the people of the world. And 'Black Wings' are superior to all the other Lens hunters! We're invincible!! We're immortal!! John, 'The Beast'!" John: "Gwaaaar! Grrrrrr!!" Grid: "Whirlwind Milly!" Milly: "What? ...Don't call me that!" Grid: "And I'm the illustrious leader of the Black Wings- Grid, the Omnipotent! You poor helpless peons. Remember this day and my words forever in your hearts. You shall be saved by me some day!" John: "Yo boss! U da man, U da man!!" Grid: "My greatness rules the day again... Heh, you wretched commoners. Sorry, but no autographs." -Milly: "Oh? Ooooohhhhhhh! Your body! It's so ripped! And your face kinda reminds me of that way cute actor Leon DiCarpaccio!! You're soooo cuuuuuuute! I think I'm in love! Say, why don't you join our gang? I'll take care of you, if you know what I mean." --> No. Milly: "(Sigh)... That's a shame. I'm sooooooo disappointed!" --> Yes Milly: "Then, you need to donate 30000 Gald to us for our defense fund. Do you have it?" Stahn: "Thirty...(gulp)...thousand?!" Milly: "You don't have it?! Well, that's too bad. See you later, lover boy!!! (Smoooooooch!)" {Stahn continues to explore the town. In the inn he finds a troubled middle-aged man.} Middle-Aged Man: "Hmmm...Looks like I lost my passport to Phandaria... I have to return to Phandaria soon, but I can't go through the border without a passport. Oh, I'm in deep... (mumble, grumble)... Where did I drop that blasted thing?" {Stahn goes outside.} Old Woman: "A lot of travelers pass through here and they often lose their passports. I just picked one up a little while ago and took it to one of the soldiers." {Stahn goes to the station.} Phandarian Soldier: We have a lost passport here. Is it yours? Stahn: (Even if I get this, it's probably for the wrong country, and besides, it belongs to someone else...) Phandarian Soldier: "What's wrong? Isn't it yours?" Stahn: "Um, well...No it's not." {Stahn returns to the inn...} Stahn: "If you're looking for a passport, I think someone at the border station has yours." Middle-Aged Man: "Oh, really?! I have to go get it. Thanks for the tip! This is a token of my gratitude. Please take it." {Stahn receives 50 Gald.} Stahn: "Um, (ahem)..." Middle-Aged Man: "What is it?" Stahn: "Where can I get a passport?" Middle-Aged Man: "Didn't you get it from the guard when you entered the town? You don't have one?" Stahn: "Well, you know...I was..." Middle-Aged Man: "If you don't have a passport, you must be a criminal or an illegal alien..." Stahn: "No, no, no, no. It's not that I don't have one... I just don't have it with me..." Middle-Aged Man: "Sure, I believe you. Oh, I'd like to chat some more, but I've gotta run. I've got to go get it now. Thanks for your help." {Stahn is about to leave the inn when Dymlos starts talking.} Dymlos: "You're not using your brain, Stahn." Stahn: "Wha? What gives?" Dymlos: "You should have used that guy's passport to get out of town..." Stahn: "Then I'd be going to wrong way. I'm going to Seinegald, not Phandaria." {The inn-keeper looks puzzled, seeing Stahn talking to a sword.} Dymlos: "Who cares? You need to get out of this town somehow." Stahn: "Hey, didn't anyone bother teaching you about not stealing things from others?" Dymlos: "This wouldn't be stealing. It's something that someone dropped. Finders keepers." Stahn: "It's the same thing. You're so wrong." Dymlos: "Fine...Whatever! See if I ever give you advice again!" {Stahn leaves the inn and bumps to a red-haired woman.} Stahn: "Yow!" "Are you all right?!" ????: "I'm sorry...I wasn't paying any attention to you because I've got a lot on my mind. To be honest, I'm in trouble." Stahn: "Trouble? What happened?" ????: "Actually, what I should have said is that my friend is in serious trouble. My friend was caught in a trap inside the ruins by the snow mountain." Stahn: "That doesn't sound good." ????: "I'd like to help her, but I can't do it by myself." Stahn: "I see. Then, I'll help you." ????: "Are you sure? That'll be great. My name is Mary Argent. Call me Mary." Stahn: "I'm Stahn Aileron. Let's get going." Mary: "We can go to the snow mountain from the exit on the right side of this town." Stahn: "Okay, lead on." Dymlos: "Man, you are such a pushover. Weren't you going to Seinegald?" Stahn: "Will you shut up?! I can't abandon someone in trouble!" Mary: "What is it? Are you talking to yourself?" Stahn: "It's nothing. Let's hurry up." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {Stahn and Mary goes into the forest in search for the ruins. Mary gives him directions.} Mary: "Stahn, turn left here. Near the end of this path, there's a hidden entrance to a passageway that will take you to the temple." Stahn: "Okay, gotcha." {Stahn follows the directions he was given. They reach a cavern.} Mary: "You'll find the temple after you get through the cave. Like I said before, my friend is trapped there. Stahn, I'm really counting on you." Stahn: "Sure, just leave it to me." {Stahn and Mary get past the cavern and into the temple. In there, they see Mary's friend trapped in midair.} Mary: "Rutee!" Rutee: "Mary! Where did you run off to?!" Mary: "I couldn't help you all by myself. I've recruited some help." Stahn: "Mary, is this your friend?" Mary: "Yes. Her name is Rutee." Rutee: "Let's leave the introductions for later! Just get me out of here now!!!" Mary: "Okay, okay, we'll get you down now. Stahn, please help me." Stahn: "Sure thing. What do you want me to do?" Mary: "Stand in front of the right pedestal." Stahn: "Okay." {Mary and Stahn stand on the left and right pedestals.} Mary: "Do you see that switch on the pedestal?" Stahn: "Is this it?" Mary: "Well, don't push the bu... Oh no, run!!!!!!!!" Stahn: "Yeeeeeeeeeooooowwwwww!" {Stahn gets into a similar trap as Rutee.} Mary: "Stahn, are you all right?" Stahn: "Ye...yeah..." Rutee: "Hey! What do you two think you're doing?!" Stahn: "We're doing our best..." Mary: "Stahn, hold on, I'll help you." Rutee: "I don't believe this. @#$%!!.. Is your head just an ornament?" Stahn: "Hey, look who's talking! I don't need verbal abuse from someone suspended in midair." Rutee: "What?! What are you talking about?! You're no better off than me!!!!" Mary: "Knock it off, you two. Stahn, I'll get you down." {Mary gets Stahn down.} Stahn: "Whew..." Mary: "Okay. We need to push the buttons at the same time when I say so. Stahn, don't blow it this time." Stahn: "Okay, okay..." (What did I do to deserve this?...) Mary: "Okay, ready?" Stahn: "Yeah." Mary: "Push!" {Mary and Stahn are able to push the buttons at the same time. Rutee is now free from the trap.} Mary: "Rutee! Rutee, are you hurt?" Rutee: "Ugh. Why me? Why do these things always happen to me?" Mary: "I'm sorry." Rutee: "Well, don't worry about it. Let's get what we want and get out of here." Stahn: "Hey, don't I get a word of thanks from you?" Rutee: "Thanks?! No way!! Are you crazy?!" Stahn: "What?" Rutee: "I didn't ask for your help. Mary brought you here, right?" Stahn: "But she did that to get help for you..." Rutee: "I think we have a failure to communicate here. By the way, who's the wonderboy that got trapped and had to be rescued by Mary?" Stahn: "......" Rutee: "So, we're even." Stahn: "......" Rutee: "We're wasting our time. Mary, let's go. We're going home." Mary: "Rutee, wait," Rutee: "What?" Mary: "Someone's coming." {Three guys dressed like Seinegaldian Soldiers come in the area.} Man: "Hey! What are you scum doing here?!" Man: "You've got some explaining to do. And quickly!!" Man: "Yeah, yeah!" Rutee: "And who do you think you are? You sound like a bunch of thieves trying to snatch other people's treasure!" Man: "Thieves?!!!!!" Rutee: "Oh, no? Then, bandits? Sheesh. What's the world coming to?" Man: "Why you little...we're... Mary: "Just shut your trap and come and get us if you dare! That is, if you want to lose your life." Man: "My, my. Don't you have a big mouth." Man: "Aw, forget it. Let's finish the three of them together!" Man: "Yeah, yeah!" Stahn: "What do you mean, 'Finish the three'...?" Rutee: "I guess you're with us now." Stahn: "Hey, wait a minute! I'm not..." Man: "Shut up! save your excuses for the afterlife!" {Stahn, Mary and Rutee beat down the soldiers.} Man: "Re, retreat!!" Rutee: "They're all talk after all!" (Hey this guy might actually be useful!) "Um, Stahn, is that your name?" Stahn: "Ye, yeah." Rutee: "I guess this is the second time you've saved me now. Thanks, Stahn." Stahn: "Huh?" Rutee: "If it hadn't been for you, we would have been killed." Stahn: "Now, what did I do to deserve this outpouring of gratitude all of a sudden?" Rutee: "You saved our lives. Mary, you should thank him too." Mary: "Stahn, thank you for your help." Stahn: "But, I really haven't..." Rutee: "I'd like to thank you somehow. Can you come along with us to town? Mary, you ask him too!" Mary: "Stahn, come on, let's go together. Traveling is fun with more people, the more the merrier." Stahn: "What? Oh, um...sure...(I guess)" Rutee: "Terrific. There's an exit to the south. Let's go." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {So the party heads back to Janos.} ~~Janos~~ Seinegaldian Soldier: "Here is your passport. If you lose it, you won't be able to reenter Seinegald." Stahn: "Oh, okay. Thanks for the tip..." Rutee: "It’s a little too busy here. Let's go somewhere we can sit peacefully." {The party goes to One Million Roses Tavern.} Rutee: "What are you going to do now? Are you joining the army or something?" -> Yes Stahn: "Yeah, that's my intention..." Rutee: "So, you have a plan." Stahn: "Well...no, not really." Rutee: "Oh, I see..." -> No. Stahn: "No. I'm not planning to do that..." Rutee: "Then, what are you going to do?" Stahn: "I don't know yet..." Rutee: "Oh, I see..." Rutee: "By the way, where are you from?" Stahn: "I'm from the village of Lienea..." Rutee: "Lienea? Where's that?" Stahn: "It's in Fitzgald..." Rutee: "Fitzgald?" Stahn: "Wha,whaaat? Something wrong?" Rutee: "That means...you're a country boy!" Stahn: "Who're you calling a 'country boy'?!" Rutee: "You, it's Y...O...U! About the only place worth visiting in Fitzgald is Neuestadt, right? Lienea? Where the heck is that? I've never heard of that place." Stahn: "Hey, enough about me. Where in the world were YOU born, miss I'm-better-than-you?!" Rutee: "Why, I, I was born into a good family in Seinegald! Don't put me in the same boat as you!" Stahn: "......" Rutee: "Okay, that's enough of that subject... Can I see your sword?" {Stahn shows Dymlos.} Stahn: "What?" Rutee: "Can I?" Stahn: "Ummm...well..." Rutee: "Never mind. Can you hold this sword?" {Rutee places a sword on the table.} Stahn: "This?" {Stahn grabs the sword.} Rutee: "Go ahead and speak, Atwight." Atwight: "How do you do, Stahn?" Stahn: "Who, who is it?!" Rutee: "I thought so! You can hear Atwight's voice!" Dymlos: "Atwight?" Atwight: "That sounds like...Dymlos?!" Rutee: "I was right! You're a Swordian user!" Stahn: "What's going on? Tell me, Dymlos." Dymlos: "In short, we are both swords created in ancient times. However, we are different from ordinary swords because we are sentient." Atwight: "But unless the user's neural wavelength is the same as ours, we can't even communicate with the user." Stahn: "Does that mean the user is chosen?" Atwight: "Chosen... You haven't changed a bit, Dymlos. You are so good at fooling people." Dymlos: "Sh, shut up, Atwight..." Stahn: "Hey, Dymlos..." Rutee: "Looks like you've been had." Dymlos: "Oh, well... His mind was simple and easy to read. But more than anything, he seemed like a good person..." Stahn: "(Grrrr).........!" Dymlos: "Wait, Stahn. You really have a special talent. Otherwise, you wouldn't be able to hear my voice." Rutee: "I know I'm interrupting, but..." Stahn: "What!" Rutee: "Do you want to work with us?" Stahn: "Work?" Rutee: "You don't have any plans, right? It might be better for you to travel with us instead of being alone." Stahn: "What shall we do, Dymlos?" Dymlos: "Why are you asking me...?" Atwight: "It would feel safer if Dymlos was with us." Dymlos: "I wouldn't object if you want to join them..." Stahn: "Then, let's work together. But I won't take part in any crimes." Rutee: "Of course! What do you think I am?" Stahn: "............." Rutee: "Well, think what you like. At any rate, we're in business together. Oh, can you give me Atwight back?" Stahn: "Sure." Rutee: "Well now... I'm gonna go out for a while." Stahn: "Where to?" Rutee: "I'll make arrangements for our lodging. You wouldn't want to stay in our room would you?" Stahn: "Of course not!" Rutee: "Besides, I wouldn't want to be bothered by someone like you." Stahn: "Who would bother you?!" {Rutee leaves Mary and Stahn.} Rutee: "That was a good move, Atwight." Atwight: "I just said the truth. I'm not helping you." Rutee: "All you really want is to be with that Himlos or whatever, right?" Atwight: "His name is Dymlos. He's just an old comrade. You wouldn't understand." Rutee: "You're not exactly a young girl in love or anything." Atwight: "I don't want to hear that from a money-obsessed maniac like you." Rutee: "What?! You don't know a thing about me!" Atwight: "That's right, I can't read your mind because you won't open it to me." Rutee: "You know, I can just throw you away right here if I want to!" Atwight: "Do whatever you like. I'm interested in finding out what'll happen to a defenseless girl if she doesn't have a Swordian." Rutee: "I'll get you for this someday!" Atwight: "I look forward to it." {Rutee leaves the tavern. Meanwhile, Stahn starts talking to Dymlos.} Stahn: "What's going on...?" Dymlos: "I don't know, but leave her alone." Mary: "They do this often. Don't worry." Stahn: "I see... By the way, why did you set out on your adventure?" Mary: "Me? I...can't remember." Stahn: "What?" Mary: "I don't remember. My memories only begin from the time I first met Rutee." Stahn: "Isn't that called amnesia...? don't you remember anything?" Mary: "This." {Mary shows a sword.} Stahn: "What's this sword?" Mary: "I don't know why I have it or to whom it belongs to... Before I knew it, I had this sword... This is the only connection to my past for me." Stahn: "I'm sorry...I shouldn't have pried..." Mary: "Don't worry about it. It's kind of liberating to not have any memories. Besides, everything I see, hear, touch, taste...everything is new to me." Stahn: "Is that right...?" Mary: "You'd understand if it happened to you." Stahn: "That's quite all right... that's the last thing I need." Mary: "Ha, ha, ha. You're right." {Rutee returns.} Rutee: "I got our rooms." Stahn: "Great." Rutee: "Well, I'm going to call it a day. We'll leave early in the morning tomorrow. Don't be late!" Stahn: "I know, I know." Mary: "See you later, Stahn." {Mary and Rutee leave Stahn.} Stahn: "I'm going to bed too..." {Stahn goes to sleep.} - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #4--To the Kingdom of Seinegald!--------------------------------------[d.04]# ############################################################################# {The next morning...} Rutee: "Stahn! Stahn!" {Rutee and Mary enters Stahn's room.} Rutee: "Stahn!" Stahn: ".........Zzzzzzzz..." Rutee: "Wake up!" Stahn: "........" Mary: "Stahn, wake up!" Stahn: "..........................." Rutee: "Hey! I'm telling you to wake up!" Stahn: "Oh...good...morning..." Rutee: "Good morning?! How much longer are you going to sleep?!" Stahn: "Yaaaaaaaawwwwwwwnnnnnn..." Rutee: "I don't believe this. You're a zombie in the morning!!" Stahn: "Huh? Wha?" Rutee: "Oooooh! It doesn't matter! Just wake up!" {Stahn gets up from bed.} Rutee: "Come on, let's go." Stahn: "Go where?" Rutee: "Oh. give me a break! I told you yesterday Don't you remember?" Stahn: "No, not at all..." Rutee: "I can't believe it!! There's a village called Harmentz in the northwest! We're supposed to give that cane to a guy named Walt! Do you remember now?" Stahn: "Not really..." Mary: "Rutee, I don't think you told him that." Rutee: "What? Oh, no, Mary, you don't remember either?" Mary: "I don't forget a thing." Stahn: "......" Rutee: "Well, listen up, we're going to Harmentz!" Stahn: "Oh, sure..." Rutee: "But before that..." Stahn: "What?" Rutee: "We'll exchange the Lens for money." Stahn: "Lens?" Rutee: "Let me guess..." Stahn: "Whaaaat?" Rutee: "...Do you want me to tell you what Lens are?" -> Yes Stahn: "Well, um, (cough) yeah..." Rutee: "I don't believe it! You're so out of it!" Stahn: "Hey, sorry for being a country boy!" Rutee: "Okay, I'll teach da wittle country boy how the Lensy-wensy gets changed into M O N E Y!!" Stahn: "Hey, cut that baby-talk out!!!" Rutee: "I don't know what you're talking about." Stahn: "Err, um, never mind..." Rutee: "Well, fine! It's settled then. Let's go." -> No Rutee: "Hey, you don't have to be such a know-it-all jerk." Stahn: "I, I'm not like that!" Rutee: "You don't really know, do you?" --> Yes Stahn: "Well...(cough)...no..." Rutee: "You have the IQ of your shoe size! You're hopeless." Stahn: "Sorry for being stupid!" Rutee: "Well, since I'm such a nice girl, I'll teach you at the exchange. Okay, let's go." --> No Stahn: "Of, of course I know! I'm not some common fool!" Rutee: "Oh, good... I'm glad to hear that (I guess). Okay, let's go." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The party goes downstairs, at the exchange.} Lens Girl: "Welcome!" Rutee: "Can you please explain the Lens recycling system to this country boy?" Stahn: "You don't have to keep on calling me country boy!" Rutee: "Just be quiet and listen to her." Lens Girl: "I'd be happy to explain. At Oberon Corporation, we buy Lens from people in order to manufacture our fine line of Lens products." Rutee: "Wait!" Lens Girl: "Yes, what is it?" Rutee: "Can you start by explaining what Lens are?" Lens Girl: "Sure. Lens are a type of enery generating device. The name comes from it's shape. They're round and about 2.5 inches in diameter. The most commonly accepted theory says that Lens are technological legacy left by ancient civilization. Moreover, no one has been able to clearly understand it's scientific properties." Rutee: "Oh, whatever. I don't care as long as it can be exchanged for money." Lens Girl: "Lens are usually found in ancient ruins. However, some monsters have them inside their bodies. Since our company uses Lens as energy source for our products, they are in high demand. We buy them at a reasonable price from Lens hunters." Stahn: "Lens hunters?" Rutee: "They're adventurers like us who hunt monsters to get Lens." Lens Girl: "The Lens are processed in a factory at our headquarters and turned into useful products. The products are then distributed and sold through retail outlets." Stahn: "Hmmmmmm..." Lens Girl: "Now, would you like to take this opportunity to purchase a Lens product for your family?" Rutee: "We're not here to buy anything. We want to exchange Lens for Gald." Lens Girl: "Sure, I'd be happy to help. You have 100 Lens. Our exchange is 3 Gald per Lens, so you'll receive 300 Gald. Is this all right?" Rutee: "Your rate is kind of low." Lens Girl: "A large quantity of Lens were purchased recently, so we have an excess supply of them right now. Therefore, the rate is temporarily low. Would you still like to do the exchange?" Rutee: "Sure. That's fine." Lens Girl: "Thank you very much. We look forward to serving you again soon." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The party journeys to the Village of Harmentz.} ~~Harmentz, Seinegald~~ Rutee: "We're finally here. Walt's house is the largest mansion at the back of this village." {Stahn encounters his uncle in this village.} Uncle Bob: "Hey, it's you Stahn! I never thought we'd meet again here. Let me help you. I'll give you some money." -> 1. Accept Stahn: "Thanks, uncle." {Stahn receives 10 Gald.} Uncle Bob: "If you return to Lienea, say hi to my Maggie." -> 2. Refuse Uncle Bob: "Okay, I'll give you this." {Stahn receives 10 Lens.} Uncle Bob: "If you return to Lienea, say hi to my Maggie." -> 3. Ask for more. Stahn: "Hey, only 10 Gald? Can't you spare some more? Come on!" {Stahn receives 15 Gald.} Uncle Bob: "I don't want to see your face. Get lost." {Rutee and the others goes to Walt's mansion.} Bodyguard: "Oy! Ya ain't passin' tru here, ya gottit? Dis ain't no place for punks like ya." Stahn: "Punk? YOU talking to me? I'm no punk!" Bodyguard: "Ya wanna piece o' me, little punk?!" {The Bodyguard hits Stahn.} Rutee: "My, oh my. We bring something important for Walt, and all we get for our troubles is this lousy welcome?" Bodyguard: "Oy, den why dintcha say so in da faaast place? Big Boss be waitin' upstairs." Stahn: "Owww! @#%*!!!" Rutee: "Man, you got smacked for nothing... You're not very bright, are you? {The party heads upstairs, to where Walt is waiting.} Walt: "Hey, Rutee. You brought what you promised, right?" Rutee: "Did you?" Walt: "Man, you're so predictable. You're exactly what I heard. First thing first. Give me the item." Rutee: "All right. Take it." {Rutee gives the Old Cane to Walt.} Rutee: "Now, you got what you wanted. Well, it's my turn to get paid for my work." Walt: "Fine. Wait a minute." {Walt gets something... from a plant.} Walt: "Here you go." {Rutee receives 5000 Gald.} Rutee: "Hey, wait." Walt: "What?" Rutee: "What do you mean what?! Did you seriously think I'd be happy with this little money?! I bet I can get at least 50,000 Gald if I put this thing up for auction!" {Rutee goes to the plant where Walt got money from.} Walt: "Hey, what are you doing?!" {Rutee gets another 5000 Gald.} Rutee: "Well, I'll let you go this time." Walt: "Now, just a minute, Rutee! I made a reservation at the inn for you, and I was even going to wine and dine you to thank you for your work. And then you pull this fast one on me? You've got some nerve biting the hand that feeds you!" Rutee: "Whatever. Thanks for taking care of our accommodations. We'll make sure to stay at the inn. See ya! Have a nice life! Come on, we're going Stahn." Stahn: "She's a witch..." Walt: "I don't ever want to see your ugly faces again! LEAVE!!!" {They go to the inn.} Front Desk Clerk: "Welcome. I'm sorry but we're completely booked today." Rutee: "Oh, we have a room reserved under the name Walt. Can you check please?" Front Desk Clerk: "Ah, I see. Just a moment please. ...Yes. We have confirmed a reservation for a Mr. Walt on file. And the room is prepaid as well. Please make yourselves at home." {The party goes to sleep, The next morning...} Rutee: "Hey, are you up? ...that would be wishful thinking..." Mary: "Rutee, wake Stahn up!" Rutee: "He's such a baby. Hey, wake up!" {Rutee attacks Stahn.} Stahn: "Mmmphgrmblphbt..." {Stahn wakes up... maybe.} Rutee: "Hey!!! Sleeping beauty!!! You should feel lucky that a pretty girl like me is waking you up." Stahn: "............ZZZZZZZZ...ZZZZ..." Rutee: "...Are you listening to me?" Stahn: "Mmmph...huh (yawn)? Oh, good (yaaaaaawn) morning. ...Did you have something to say?" Rutee: "...Oh, forget it!" Stahn: "By the way, what are we going to do next?" Rutee: "I heard that the head of the Armeida village was looking for someone who could give his grandson lessons in swordsmanship. The pay is pretty good. What do you think?" Stahn: "Swordsmanship..." -> 1. That sounds good Rutee: "Okay then. Armeida is northeast from here." -> 2. I don't think so Rutee: "Then, what do you want to do?" Mary: "How about the capital, Darilsheid? There's always something interesting going on in that city. Besides, it's on the way to Armeida." Rutee: "Yeah, you're right. There are more chances for us to make money in a place where there are more suckers...(ahem)...people. And, Stahn, if you're lucky, you might be able to apply for the army there." Stahn: "Do you really think so?" Rutee: "Okay, then. Darilsheid is directly east from here." {Downstairs, three guys dressed as Seinegaldian soldiers are talking with the Front Desk Clerk.} Front Desk Clerk: "Why yes, those three are staying here. Is there anything wrong?" Man: "They're..." Rutee: "Hey, hey, hey! What's going on here?" Man: "Shaddap! It's none of your business... Wha, h, hey!" Man: "Waitaminit!!" Man: "Huh? Who do you think you are? Th, there they are! It's them!! Man: Yup, it sure is." Man: "Yeah, yeah!" Stahn: "???" Man: "Hey you! Return what you've taken from us!!!" Rutee: "Oh, now I remember! You're those thieves who tried to mess with us before!" Man: "Who're you calling theives?!" Soldier: "We're Seinegaldian soldiers." Commander: "Hold it right there! At ease, men! Did you know that the temple was under the protection and care of our kingdom?" Stahn: "What?! ...Hey, hey, Rutee." Rutee: "Stahn, did you know that?" Stahn: "How the heck would I know that?!" Rutee: "Jeepers! Well, gentlemen and sirs, as you can see, we didn't know that." Soldier: "Why you little punks! You're lying through your teeth!!!" Commander: "Aren't...aren't you...? You're Rutee Katrea, aren't you?" Rutee: "Why, am I that famous? Do you want my autograph or something?" Commander: "I've heard many bad things about you. Listen you, surrender peacefully. We want to take you to the castle for questioning." Rutee: "Stahn..." Stahn: "Wha...what?" Rutee: "Run!" Stahn: "Ru...huh?!" {Rutee and Mary runn. Rushing through the Commander, leaving Stahn behind.} Stahn: "Wa...wait! Wait a minute!" {Stahn gets away.} Soldier: "Co, commander! Are you all right?" Commander: "You idiots! They got away! What are you morons doing?! After them!" Soldier: "Y, yes sir!!!" {Outside...} Soldier: "Surround them!" Rutee: "Is this an ambush?!" Stahn: "What's going on?! I thought you weren't involved in bad things!!" Rutee: "Ugh! Will you stop your whining, Stahn?! My plan is completely screwed up now... Okay, we'll have to do things the hard way! Mary and Atwight, come on!" Stahn: "Mary, please stop Rutee!" Mary: "Hee, hee, hee! Come on, you little girlie boys!! Show me what ya got!!!" Stahn: "Wha, now, hold it right...!" Atwight: "We have no choice..." Stahn: "You, you must be joking...!" Dymlos: "We have to make our stand now." Stahn: "Argh! ...Lilith, I'm so sorry. I might not be able to come home ever..." Rutee: "What are you blubbering about?! They're coming!!" {The party gets in a fight against the soldiers, and defeats all of them.} Rutee: "Aren't you boys a bit too young to carry weapons?!" Soldier: "What are you waiting for?! There's only three of them!" ????: "Move out of my way!" Soldier: "Sir Leon!" Leon: "Damn it, you spineless worms... Quit slacking your job, you morons! Get up now!! I'll take care of them. You fools are going against the national army. Surrender peacefully or suffer the consequences. This is your last chance..." Mary: "You little arrogant twit! Rutee: "When did they let you out of preschool?!" Leon: "I've given you a fair warning... You'll regret you insolence. Criminals have no rights. Now, you shall pay!!" -> If the party defeats Leon... Rutee: "You brag about yourself, but you're really helpless!" Stahn: "Do we have to fight these soldiers? ...Don't I have a choice?" Rutee: "What's your problem, Mr. Gloom-and-Doom?! If we stick together, nothing can stop us." Stahn: "B...but..." Rutee: "Can't you see there's no turning back now? Let's get crazy!" Stahn: "B...but..." Stahn and the others defeated the Seinegaldian Soldiers... ...And finished off the master swordsman, Leon Magnus... ...The three went on to take their place in as an infamous gang of lens hunters who roamed the four corners of the world But that's another story... -> If Leon defeats the party... {Leon has the party tied up.} Stahn: "Damn it..." Leon: "How amusing. I wasn't aware you had Swordians." Rutee: "Yeah, so what? What is it to you?!" Leon: "Your Swordian skills are so primitive. What a waste of the poor Swordians..." Chaltier: "You shouldn't have challenged my young master." Dymlos: "Chaltier!" Stahn: "Hey, what's this? Chaltier? Who? Dymlos, what's going on?!" Dymlos: "Chaltier was our comrade during the ancient war." Stahn: "That means he's a..." Dymlos: "Yes, he's a Swordian master." Rutee: "If he's a Swordian master like us, why won't he let us go?!" Chaltier: "No way. I can't go against my master." Atwight: "So, who is this master of yours?" Chaltier: "Leon is my master. He's the best swordsman in the Kingdom of Seinegald. He's highly respected." Dymlos: "Kingdom of Seinegald?" Atwight: "It's a kingdom that was established after the war in the northern part of the Prime Continent in this world." Dymlos: "I've never heard of it." Atwight: "You don't know because you've been sleeping for ages." Stahn: "What is the Prime Continent?" Atwight: "This is the Prime Continent. It was called by that name long ago." Stahn: "Oh..." Dymlos: "By the way... Chaltier, you talk differently now." Chaltier: "Do you think so? Perhaps, it's because of my young master. ...Well, I've also been through a lot..." Leon: "Chal!" Chaltier: "I know, master. I'll behave..." Leon: "All of you should be silent as well. Surrender your weapons now." Rutee: "Yeeessss, maaassssster...!" Stahn: "Hey you, Leon or whatever. What are you going to do with us?" Leon: "There is only one place for criminals to go. Just make sure to remove the unnecessary jewelry and clothing around you neck... Send these scum to Darilsheid!" Soldier: "Yes, sir!" Stahn: "Criminals...Hey, wait a minute!" Rutee: "Why did we have to be caught by you, of all people in the world?!!" Leon: "Take them!" Soldier: "Yes, sir!" Rutee: "Hey, watch where you're grabbing! Hey, lemme go!! Lemme go!!!" Leon: "...What a big mouth!" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #5--Darilsheid, Capital of Seinegald----------------------------------[d.05]# ############################################################################# ~~Darilsheid, Seinegald~~ {Stahn, Rutee and Mary were taken to Darilsheid, in a jail. Stahn is in one cell while Rutee & Mary is in a cell beside Stahn's. } Stahn: "Hey, let me outa here! I didn't do anything wrong!" Guard: "Shut up!!!! Who said you could talk, you pond scum!" Stahn: "(Sigh)... Man, what did I do to deserve any of this?" Rutee: "Yeah! why do I have to put up with any of this?!!" Stahn: "Hey, that's my line." Rutee: "What did you say?! First of all, Stahn, this is YOUR fault. You're the one who fought will all those soldiers!" Stahn: "Hah! Look who's talking! Okay, then tell me who got us into this mess in the first place!!!" Rutee: "Oh, stop your whining. Whatever the case, it's all your fault, so why don't you be a real man and take responsibility?!" Stahn: "Hey, who made you the judge, jury and executioner?!" Rutee: "Mary, say something." Mary: "Why don't you two love birds stop fighting? You two sound like a married couple." Rutee: "Why you traitor... Hmmm?" {A group of men comes in the scene.} Jailer: "All of you, get out!" Rutee: "Where are you taking us?" Jailer: "You're going to see His Majesty." Rutee: "What's going on?" Jailer: "You don't have the right to ask me that question." Rutee: "Oooooh! You're useless." Jailer: "Take them." Guard: "Yessir!" {The men take the party to the King.} Isard: "Here they are." Dryden: "Ah, good." Rutee: "What does the king want from us?" King of Seinegald: "Now, take a moment to reflect upon you heinous deeds." Rutee: "What did I do? I haven't a clue. Right, Stahn?" Stahn: "What? Err..." King of Seinegald: "Who do you think you're fooling, you imbeciles!! You wreaked havoc in a temple under the protection of my kingdom and terrorized citizens with acts of senseless violence! Now, you shall pay for your transgressions!" Stahn: "But, but..." Hugo: "One moment, your majesty. King of Seinegald: "Hugo, what is it now?" Hugo: "Do you know what a Swordian is, sire?" King of Seinegald: "That's a strange question, Hugo. What is your point? Hugo: "These criminals before you are Swordian masters." King of Seinegald: "What? Are you sure of that?" Hugo: "Yes, sire. According to Leon, although they are immature, they may be of some use to us." Rutee: "Hey, what do you mean by immature...? Hugo: "If I may be so bold as to make this proposal sire, what do you think about the idea of sending them to Straylize Temple?" King of Seinegald: "Although you're my trusted vassal, I think this proposal of yours does not make any sense. These wretched miscreants are criminals. We cannot afford to have them on the loose." Hugo: "But sire, I have a solution for that. I have no intentions whatsoever of allowing them to run free. As long as we attach these restraining devices made for prisoners on them, they will be unable to escape. Guard! Hold this one!" Guard: "Yes, sir!" Stahn: "Let go of me! Hey, watch where you're grabbing! What are you doing to me?!" Hugo: "You can untie the rope now. Sire, this device is capable of generating a severe electric shock via remote control. Now, a simple demonstration of the device." {Hugo activates the device on Stahn.} Stahn: "Yeeoooooooooowwwwwww!!!!!" Rutee: "Stahn!" Stahn: "Owwwww..." Hugo: "The test shock just given to the subject wasn't much, but any attempt to remove the device will generate a lethal shock." King of Seinegald: "Ah. I see. So, if they try to run away, we can control them with the device." Hugo: "Exactly sire. I believe that these criminals can be easily controlled by assigning a single escort to watch over them." King of Seinegald: "Yes, but..." Hugo: "What is troubling you, sire? Please tell me, I can't read your mind." King of Seinegald: "What I'm about to say does not leave this room. Hugo, you've heard of the Eye of Atamoni, have you not?" Hugo: "I believe that was the doomsday weapon from the time of the ancient Aeth'er Wars." King of Seinegald: "Yes, you are correct. And it is kept underground beneath Straylize Temple." Hugo: "What?!" Ashley: "Excuse me, your majesty. Please send me to Straylize Temple. There isn't a moment to lose." King of Seinegald: "No, Ashley! If even one of the Seven Generals of Darilsheid investigates this matter, the public may panic. This must be kept a state secret." Hugo: "In that case, I believe using them would be the most expeditious way to handle this matter..." King of Seinegald: "But Hugo, can we trust them with the task?" Hugo: "We'll send Leon along with them. He'll be able to handle them easily." King of Seinegald: "Hmmm, Leon, eh? All right, make it so." Hugo: "Attach the device on these two and untie their ropes." Guard: "Yes, sir." Rutee: "Where do you think you're touching me! Let go of me, you pervert!!" Mary: "Wow, this is a great fashion accessory." Rutee: "You're such an airhead..." Stahn: "Hmmmm..." Rutee: "Hey there, mister. I don't know if it's the Eye of Atamoni or the Evil Eye or whatever, but you're going to compensate us for our work, right? Otherwise, this is totally ridiculous!" Leon: "You brazen hussy! Who told you to speak?!!" Rutee: "What?!" Hugo: "Why, isn't she just a lovely lady? I guess having her life spared isn't a good enough reward... Rutee...was that your name? I can't promise you anything right now, but how about a reward upon completing the mission? Of course, the mission must be completed successfully. This is a very important task. I realize that you are simple people who need some kind of motivation to get things done. Would this be all right, your majesty?" King of Seinegald: "Yes." Hugo: "Come to my mansion later. I have something to give you. My mansion is the largest building in Darilsheid. You can't miss it. Oh, and..." Rutee: "What?" Hugo: "My name is Hugo Gilchrist, the president of Oberon Corporation. Remember my name." Rutee: "The...president of Oberon Corporation... You mean THE Oberon Corporation?!" Hugo: "Yes, the one and only. Well, if you'll excuse me..." {Hugo leaves.} Rutee: "Okay, so what are we supposed to do?!" King of Seinegald: "I shall give you two tasks. One is to inspect the temple. Contact Archbishop Marton and ask for an update. Something may have happened to him. If Marton is not there, ask anyone who's available." Rutee: "And then what's the other task?" King of Seinegald: "If something is going on, put a stop to it, whatever it may be. I don't care HOW you do it- just get it done." Stahn: "What could that something be?" King of Seinegald: "You have to find out for yourself. Just follow Leon's instructions." Rutee: "But he's just a little kid! Are you sure it's all right?" Leon: "Hey!" King of Seinegald: "Leon's skills are easily on par with the Seven Generals. Not to worry." Rutee: "How lovely! I feel sooooo much better now!" Leon: "Just stay out of my way." King of Seinegald: "The temple is located deep in the mountains northeast of Darilsheid. Prepare for the trip at Hugo's mansion and head for the temple. Do you understand?" Stahn: "Yes." King of Seinegald: "All right. You are all dismissed." {The party heads to the city, into Hugo's mansion.} Leon: "Marian! Marian!! Are you here?" {The party walks further in.} Leon: "Ah, Rembrandt. Where is Marian...I mean, Hugo?" Rembrant: "Leon, my boy. It's so good to see you." Leon: "I told you not to call me that." Rembrandt: "Master Hugo in his office, my boy." Rutee: "Hee, hee. He called you a boy!!" {Leon activates the device on Rutee's head.} Rutee: "Eeeeeaaaaaahhhhh!!" {The shock causes Rutee to fall down the stairs.} Leon: "Silence!" Rutee: "Why you little (grumble, grumble)..." Leon: "What did you just say?" Rutee: "No, nothing, I swear (mumble...mumble)." Leon: "That's what I though. Now, shut up." Rembrandt: "By the way...who are they?" Leon: "Don't mind them. I'm traveling with them out of convenience." Stahn: "Hey, I thought we were working together..." Leon: "Was I talking to you?" Stahn: "Well, you don't have to treat us like a bunch of lepers or something." Rembrandt: "Kind strangers, please don't fret over what the boy says." Rutee: "You've got to be kidding! I've had it with him!" Leon: "Hah!! Speak for yourself!" Rembrandt: "Leon tends to keep people at a distance on purpose." Leon: "Nonsense!" Stahn & Rutee: "........." Rembrandt: "Well, any guests of the young master Leon are welcome here. Leon: "Sorry, but we don't have time for that right now." Rembrandt: "That's a pity..." Leon: "Hugo is in the office, right?" Rembrandt: "Yes, that's right." Leon: "Fine. Well, let's go." Rutee: "Oh, whatever!" Leon: "You're hopeless." {The party heads to Hugo's office.} Leon: "Hello, Hugo." Hugo: "You're here earlier than I thought. Well, let's go to the hall and talk." {Hugo takes the party into the hall.} Hugo: "I want to give you something... Marian, bring them here." Marian: "Excuse me." Hugo: "Let me introduce all of you to Marian. She's our housemaid." Marian: "Hello, how do you do?" Hugo: "Marian, give them the Swordians." Marian: "Yes sir." Stahn: "Dymlos!" Dymlos: "I thought I was going to be stuck in storage again." Rutee: "Atwight!" Atwight: "I was beginning to worry about our fate." Hugo: "Well, just add Chaltier and that makes a total of three Swordians. History books say that 6 Swordians saved our world in the ancient Aeth'er Wars." Dymlos: "That's correct." Hugo: "And now, half of them are assembled here. I expect you to be successful. And take this too." {Stahn receives a World Map.} Hugo: "This will help you find your way around the world. Now go ahead with your mission." {On their way to leave the mansion, Leon starts to say something.} Leon: "Hey, wait a minute." Stahn: "Wh,what?" Leon: "I remembered something. Wait here for a while." Stahn: "Where are you going?" Leon: "It's none of your business. Remember, there's no use trying to escape. I'll hunt you down in the end." Stahn: "I, I know." {Leon heads back to the hall.} Leon: "Marian!" Marian: "Leon, what's wrong?" Leon: "Don't call me that. No one can hear us here." Marian: "...I'm sorry. But I thought you went off to some place." Leon: "I don't think I'll be able to see you for a while, so I just wanted to talk to you before I left." Marian: "You came back just for that?" Leon: "I'll miss you." Marian: "Oh, poor thing. Master Hugo wouldn't like it if he knew about this." Leon: "Don't even utter that bastard's name in front of me!" Marian: "Emilio...you shouldn't say such things." Leon: "............ I'm sorry, Marian...I was wrong." Marian: "It's fine as long as you understand." Leon: "Then, I'm off." Marian: "Emilio...please be careful." Leon: "Yeah, don't worry, I'll be fine." Marian: "What's wrong Emilio?" Leon: "Marian... ...Sorry, it's nothing." Marian: "........" {Meanwhile...} Rutee: "He's late..." Stahn: "He said he had to take care of business. I wonder what he meant by that?" Rutee: "I don't know! Don't ask me!" Stahn: "I wasn't asking you!" {Leon comes back.} Leon: "Good. It looks like you were able to behave yourselves. Well, I would have caught you if you tried to escape." Rutee: "You never know!" Leon: "You fools! those tiaras on your heads work as homing beacons. We know exactly where you are, wherever you go. Don't even try to get smart on me, do you hear?" Stahn: "Anyway, where were you?" Leon: "It's none of your business. I don't have to answer any of your inane questions! Let's get going!" {The party leaves Darilsheid.} - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #6--Straylize Temple--------------------------------------------------[d.06]# ############################################################################# {Stahn and the others pass through a forest. They reach Straylize Temple.} ~~Straylize Temple~~ Leon: "Something's wrong..." Rutee: "Do you think so too?" Stahn: "What's wrong?" Leon: "It's too quiet." Rutee: "Yeah, no one seems to be around." Dymlos: "Maybe everyone is dead." Stahn: "No, they couldn't be..." Leon: "Well, we're here to find that out. Come on, let's go!" {The party enters the Cathedral. There, they find a priest lying on the floor.} Stahn: "Are you all right?!" Priest: "...The bishop...and the others... are...in the back..." Stahn: "Hang in there!! .........? ..........................." {The party goes in the back. They find the bishop together with two girls.} Stahn: "Oh, you're alright!" Bishop: "P ...please spare these girls!!" Stahn: "Whoa, hey, wait a minute! We've been sent here by the King!" Bishop: "Wh, what? You gave me a good scare..." Leon: "We've been dispatched by the King of Seinegald. What happened here?" Bishop: "What happened? Maybe you can tell me!! I was visiting one of our sister temples in another country... When I returned, it was like this. S ince I had to protect these girls, I couldn't leave here at all. In fact, I don't know how the others are doing..." Leon: "...You really don't know what's going on, do you? Well that'll do for now. We're going to search for the Archbishop. If you value your life, remain here for a while and don't attract attention to yourselves." Bishop: "I...I believe evil beings are still in the temple. Please take this with you." {Stahn receives a Talisman.} Bishop: "Please save the Archbishop..." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The party leaves the Cathedral and enters the main temple. They hear a person talking at the other side of a door.} ????: "Is anyone there...? Oh, Atamoni. Am I condemned to die here, trapped without hope?" Rutee: "There's something strange about that door in the back. Let's check it out." {The party checks the door.} Stahn: "This door won't budge..." ????: "Is anyone out there?! Stahn: "Are you on the other side? Please open the door." ????: "I can't" Rutee: "What are you talking about?!" ????: "W, wait. I've already tried many times but it just won't open. I'm telling you, it won't open." Dymlos: "Stahn, a force field is blocking this door." Stahn: "Force field?" Leon: "How quaint..." Chaltier: "We have to destroy the shield crystals. They must be around here somewhere." Rutee: "We'll open it for you. Hang on." ????: "Thank you." {The party explores the temple to destroy the force field that seals the door. They destroy five crystals guarded by some armed lizardmen.} {The party enters the door that was sealed.} Ayles: "Thank you for saving me. I'm Ayles, a bishop of this temple." Leon: "What happened to Archbishop Marton?" Ayles: "Marton...perished at the hands of Lydon..." Rutee: "And, where is that THING?" Ayles: "Excuse me? Thing? What are you talking about?" Rutee: "Don't play the fool. I'm talking about the Eye of Atamoni." Ayles: "How do you know about that?!" Dymlos: "The Eye of Atamoni! The Eye of Atamoni?!" Stahn: "Yes." Atwight: "Oh, my..." Leon: "Show us around this place." Ayles: "I can't." Leon: "I came here by the order of the king to investigate. Show us around. Now!" Ayles: "B, but..." Dymlos: {to Stahn} "Why did you tell me?" Stahn: "I don't know. Didn't Hugo explain it to you?" Dymlos: "No, he didn't!" Atwight: "No, we didn't know about that." Rutee: "Arrrgh, be quiet!" Atwight: "Hey, Rutee! Do you know how serious this is?!" Rutee: "I just want the Eye of Atamoni so I can get the reward money from Hugo. This had nothing to do with you." Dymlos: "Oh no, this is more serious than your petty concerns!!" Stahn: "Calm down, Dymlos." Dymlos: "How can I be calm at a time like this?!" Rutee: "I said be quiet!" Ayles: "........" Leon: "Ignore them. They're a little funny in the head. Anyway, this is an order in the king's name. You can help us, or we can go about doing things our own way." Ayles: "............ All right. I'll go with you. There's a cathedral to the left rear of the temple. Go there first." {The party reaches the cathedral Ayles was talking about.} Ayles: "This way. Please follow me." {The party follows Ayles to the altar.} Ayles: "This pedestal is the key. Watch closely. May Atamoni bless us with her mercy... ...And with everlasting truth to guide our wayward path... Our guardian against darkness... We ask...in the name of the Goddess, to show us the way..." {An entrance appears.} Stahn: "Well, I'm impressed..." Ayles: "Now, let's hurry." {The party explores the area. They enter a room where water is flowing. A statue of a female can be seen in front of them. Ayles looks surprised.} Stahn: "There's nothing here..." Ayles: "No...it can't be..." Leon: "What's going on?" Ayles: "It's gone...the Eye of Atamoni is gone..." Rutee: "What?!" Ayles: "Philia...Why is she here?" Leon: "An acquaintance of yours?" Ayles: "She is an apprentice priestess studying under Lydon." Leon: "I see, an ally of the enemy. I'm going to use the Panacea Bottle on her. Step aside." {Leon uses a Panacea Bottle on the statue.} Stahn: "She...she became human!" Philia: "What happened to me...? Ph! High Priest Lydon! Oh, no!!!!!!" Ayles: "Philia, calm down!" Philia: "Oh, sir..." Ayles: "Will you explain to us what happened?" Philia: "Y ...yes...but... Who are they...?" Leon: "We came to check on the Straylize Temple by order of the King of Seinegald. What's going on?! You have some explaining to do." Philia: "It's terrible! But the High Priest couldn't be... How awful..." Rutee: "Hey, calm down. You're not making any sense! Who is this High Priest?" Philia: "His name is Lydon. I was working on many research projects under his guidance but..." Rutee: "But?" Philia: "...I never imagined anything like this would happen." Leon: "Don't bore us with your self-loathing! We don't have time to listen to your whimpering. So, I'll make things really simple. Tell us only the important things! What did Lydon do?!" Philia: "He stole the Eye of Atamoni that was kept in this room!" Leon: "What?!" Stahn: "The Eye of Atamoni?" Ayles: "Oh, no!!!! What has he done?!" Dymlos: "He took the Eye of Atamoni?!" Atwight: "I can't believe it!" Stahn: "What's the big deal?" Dymlos: "You must get the Eye of Atamoni back. It shouldn't be in the hands of mere mortals." Stahn: "Get it back? First of all, what is this eye of Atamoni?" Dymlos: "The Eye of Atamoni is a gigantic Lens that has enough power to destroy the whole world!" Stahn: "Destroy the world? Oh, come on..." Dymlos: "The world once was on the brink of disaster because of the Eye of Atamoni’s power. It was hidden and kept in the confines of this remote temple... How could someone steal it...?" Leon: "Don't worry! Lydon won't get away from us! Looks like you won't go free anytime soon." Rutee: "(Sigh) I guess it can't be helped... We're just passengers along for the ride." Stahn: "Okay, let's go!" Philia: "Ex...excuse me... May I join you?" Leno: "An enemy spy traveling with us? Are you crazy?" Philia: "I feel totally responsible for not stopping the High Priest. Please let me go with you." Leon: "How can I possibly trust your words?" Philia: "Please!" Mary: "You can trust this girl. Her eyes aren't lying." Stahn: "Yeah, I agree." Ayles: "Philia is not a liar." Rutee: "Hey, Philia...was it? Philia: "Yes?" Rutee: "We may have to fight against Lydon. Do you still want to come with us?" Philia: "Yes, I'm prepared to face what's ahead." Rutee: "Good, I like her attitude. Let's take her with us. She might be even useful." Leon: "Hey, who do you think is in charge here?!" Rutee: "Okay, hot shot, do you actually know what Lydon looks like? Philia, you know him well, don't you?" Philia: "Yes..." Leon: "..." Stahn: "Come on, let's take Philia with us, Leon." Leon: "............ Stop referring to Lydon as the High Priest." Philia: "I beg your pardon?" Leon: "That thief is our enemy. Do you understand me?!" Philia: "Ye, yes!" Rutee: "How about that, Philia?" Philia: "Thank you!" Ayles: "The Eye of Atamoni is about 20 feet in diameter. I think it'll attract the public's attention wherever it goes." Stahn: "Okay, we'll gather information as we go along and pursue Lydon and the Eye of Atamoni." Rutee: "Well, I suppose we don't have any other choice." Stahn: "Let's go!" {The party leaves the main temple and checks on the bishop on the Cathedral they were in earlier.} Philia: "...I'm so glad you're all right!" Bishop: "Philia, we've been though unspeakable horrors!! ...And where are the others?" Philia: "...Ayles is at the back of the temple. I think he can fill you on the details. I'm going after the high priest... ...I mean.. Lydon. When things settle down a bit, please see Ayles..." Bishop: "Yes, I'll do as you say... Please look after Philia. May the grace of Atamoni be with you on your journey..." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #7--Underwater Ruins and the Fourth Swordian--------------------------[d.07]# ############################################################################# {The party goes back to Darilsheid to report. They meet with the king.} ~~Darilsheid , Seinegald~~ King of Seinegald: "Welcome back." Leon: "Sire, I wish to make my report. The Eye of Atamoni was stolen from Straylize Temple." King of Seinegald: "Stolen?! By whom?!" Leon: "Please ask this woman for the details." Philia: "I'm honored to meet you, sire. My name is Philia Felice. I'm a priestess at Straylize Temple." King of Seinegald: "What happened?" Philia: "The Eye of Atamoni was taken from the temple by High Priest Lydon Bernhardt." King of Seinegald: "What happened to the Archbishop Marton?" Philia: "Marton died at the hands of Lydon..." King of Seinegald: "That is most regrettable... You must find the Eye of Atamoni at any cost." Leon: "Yes, your majesty." {Leon informs what happened to Hugo.} Leon: "Hugo." Hugo: "Leon, you're back. How did it go?" Leon: "The Eye of Atamoni was stolen from the temple by high priest, Lydon." Hugo: "I see...just as I thought..." Philia: "I'm so sorry! All of this happened because I was too weak to stop it..." Hugo: "Hmmm? And who is this beautiful young lady?" Leon: "She is Philia Felice, an apprentice priest and Lydon's former mistress." Philia: "No, I'm not! That's not true!!" Rutee: "She used to work for him. She's helping us because she really feels responsible." Leon: "Hah! Who can trust her?" Hugo: "Well, in any event, we're counting on you, Philia." Philia: "I'll do my best." Hugo: "All of you, do your best to find the Eye of Atamoni. Leon, I'm counting on you." Leon: "Yes, Hugo." {Clueless on what to do next, the party gathers information. They listen to sailors as they are talking.} Crewman: "I heard that a worker was moving around a huge piece of cargo. It looked like a statue...must've been quite a sight." Four Eyed Crewman: "Yeah, a seaman got axed on the job 'cause he almost dropped the front of the package." Crewman: "The package must be something really valuable." Rutee: "That's gotta be it!" Stahn: "Do you know where they went?" Crewman: "Let me see..." Four Eyed Crewman: "Oh yeah, I think they were going to Calvalese." Leon: "Calvalese...that's Baruk's territory." Stahn: "Who's Baruk?" Leon: "He's an Oberon Corporation employee in charge of the Calvalese area. I've met him a few times before." Stahn: "Then, maybe we can ask him for information..." Leon: "I hope so." Philia: "Thank you very much. Let's go tell the king." Crewman: "That ship there is going to Calvalese." Four Eyed Crewman: "There's been reports of monster activities recently, so be careful." {In the harbor, the party sees the 'Black Wings' Gang.} John: "Whaddaya mean? Why can't you set sail?!" Crewman: "Because the monsters are out there and it's dangerous!" John: "Huh? Who do you think we are? Hey, we're the infamous 'Black Wings' Lens hunter gang. Crewman: "Yeah, and so what? I belong to the infamous 'Men of the Sea' gang!" Milly: "Heeey, meeeester sailorman... If you let us on the ship, I might do this, and I might do that, you know. Do you know what I mean?" Crewman: "Really? Well, uhhhh... Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh, heh... Well then...what kind of THINGS to you have in mind?" John: "She means I'll train you!" Crewman: "...Thanks, but no thanks!!" -Grid: "Hmmm...the ship won't set sail... Does this mean even Atamoni in envious of my talent...? Hah! It ain't easy being a hero. Ah, you're the one of those simple folk that crossed my path the other day. I see that you have more friends with you now. Well, don't follow me too closely, eh? If you're close to me, you might accidentally get associated with my greatness. Now, we wouldn't want that, would we?" Stahn: "What in the world are you talking about?!" Grid: "Listen up buddy, I told you this the last time. I DON'T SIGN AUTOGRAPHS!! Man, hasn't anyone taught you manners?!" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The party goes to Seinegald Castle.} King of Seinegald: "What have you found out about the Eye of Atamoni?" Leon: "I have some interesting news." King of Seinegald: "What is it?" Leon: "We have information that the Eye of Atamoni was disguised and shipped to Calvalese." King of Seinegald: "What?!" Leon: "We would like your approval to ready a ship for Calvalese." King of Seinegald: "Leon, are you aware of the risks involved? Especially with all the recent monster activities....." Leon: "Yes, I'm aware of that." King of Seinegald: "..................Guard!" Guard: "Yes, Your Majesty." King of Seinegald: "Go to the harbor and have a ship ready for departure to Calvalese. This is a direct order." Guard: "Yes, your majesty!" Leon: "Thank you, sire." King of Seinegald: "This is the only way. You must retrieve the Eye of Atamoni at any cost." Leon: "I'll try my best to live up to your expectations." {The party reports to Hugo.} Hugo: "What did you find out?" Leon: "According to what I've heard at the harbor, the Eye of Atamoni was transported to Calvalese." Hugo: "What? Calvalese?" Leon: "Yes. We've already got the king's permission to travel to Calvalese." Hugo: "Excellent. Well done. That's the kind of forward thinking I expect from you, Leon." Leon: "Thank you." Hugo: "You must get the Eye of Atamoni back. Do not return without it." Leon: "I won't fail you." Hugo: "Marian will be waiting for your safe return." Leon: "I shall bring back the Eye of Atamoni to you at any cost." Rutee: "Hmph. Easy for you to say..." {The party gets ready before they leave Once they're ready, they head for the docks.} Captain: "I heard about ya. We can leave for Calvalese any time ya like!" Are ya ready?" Stahn: "Yes." Captain: "Well, get yourself on board, matey!" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The ship sails heads to Calvalese. Inside...} Rutee: "The clouds are getting darker." Stahn: "Is the weather getting bad? Or is it something else?" Rutee: "What? Are you worried about the Demon's Reef?" Stahn: "Well..." Rutee: "Hey, come on! Are you a coward? Come on! Even kids know that it's a fairy tale." Stahn: "But..." Leon: "Oh, spare me. If any monsters appear, we'll destroy them. End of story!" {A nervous crewman enters.} Crewman: "M, m, mm mmm, monsters! Do something! Hurry!" Leon: "Come on, let's go!" {Stahn and his friends goes to the deck. There they see a dragon-like sea monster.} Stahn: "What's that?!" Dymlos: "What is a sea dragon doing here?!" Stahn: "Hey, don't ask me!" Atwight: "There's no chance of us winning against a sea dragon." Rutee: "Well, isn't that nice? But as fast as I'm concerned, we're not gonna die here!" Stahn: "Wha, wha, what should we do?!" Rutee: "We're gonna fight it!!" Philia: "Please wait!" {Philia comes closer to the sea dragon.} Stahn: "Philia! What are you doing?!" Philia: "It's all right, Stahn... ...It's calling out to me." Rutee: "Knock it off!! You're crazy!!" Mary: "Philia is going to be fine. Let's go ahead and follow her." Rutee: "Mary, have you lost your mind?!" Philia: "...It's telling me to get on..." {Philia and Mary gets on the dragon.} Stahn: "Philia, wait for me." Rutee: "Stahn! Have you gone nuts too?!" Stahn: "I can't let her go off on her own!!" Rutee: "Ugh! I don't care anymore!! We've got nothing to lose (...except our lives...)!!" {Stahn gets on, Rutee follows him.} Rutee: "Hey Leon, come on!" Chaltier: "What do you want to do, young master?" Leon: "Hey, captain!" Captain: "Yes?" Leon: "If we're not back in one hour, go ahead and leave. Agreed?" Captain: "...Aye...Understood." Leon: "They're nothing but trouble!" Chaltier: "But master, you're the one who allowed them to accompany you." Leon: "Silence! Who asked you for your opinions?!" {Leon gets on the dragon.} ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {The dragon takes the party to what looks like an underwater city.} ~~Underwater Ruins~~ Stahn: "Where are we?" Rutee: "It looks like an undersea city." Stahn: "The architecture looks so different from modern cities." Leon: "Philia, do you still hear that voice?" Philia: "Yes. It's coming deeper within the city. I think we should go up to exit this room." Stahn: "Fine, let's go." {The party heads deeper into the ruins.} Philia: "It sounds like it's coming from above us." Stahn: "Can you hear a voice?" Philia: "Yes. It sounds as if it's getting closer." Stahn: "Okay, let's try to go there." {After some more exploring and monster bashing...} Philia: "I can hear the voice from below us... It's a lot close now." {The party goes below, as Philia suggested. They explore the ruins more.} Philia: "I can hear the voice from above us." {The party follows the direction given by Philia. It leads them to some place that looks like a control room. A sword is lying on the floor.} Stahn: "Is this the central area?" ????????: "Welcome, Philia Felice." Philia: "Who are you?" Dymlos: "That voice!" Chaltier: "Clemente!" Atwight: "Can it be?" Clemente: "Oh, it's you. You're spoiling this poignant moment..." Stahn: "Are you a S...Swordian?" Clemente: "That is correct, sir. My name is Clemente, an authentic Swordian." Dymlos: "Clemente, the Eye of Atamoni was stolen." Clemente: "I had a feeling something was wrong. That's why I decided to wake up. And I selected Philia as my new mistress." Philia: "I'm not quite qualified to..." Clemente: "You can hear my voice, can't you?" Philia: "Yes." Clemente: "Then that settles it. You have a hidden skill within you. All I did was to wake it up." Philia: "But why me?" Clemente: "Well, I prefer a young beautiful girl as my mistress." Rutee: "You dirty old man!" Clemente: "Oops. I shouldn't have said that." Dymlos: "Clemente...I'm disappointed in you..." Clemente: "Hey, don't look at me like that. Can't you take a dumb joke? Here, Philia, take me in your hand." Rutee: "Hey, Philia, are you sure about using that thing?" Philia: "What?" Clemente: "What do you mean by 'that thing'? Atwight: "Rutee, watch your mouth!" Rutee: "I know it's really a sword, but it's really a dirty old man inside. Think about what you're doing." Philia: "Clemente is willing to lend me his powers..." Rutee: "Well, yeah, but..." Philia: "Rutee, you're a strong woman, so you may not understand what I'm talking about. I want to carry my own weight amongst you and not to be a burden...so..." Rutee: "Well, I guess I'm wasting my time... Oh, whatever. Do what you want." Philia: "Clemente, I'll accept your offer." Clemente: "A wise choice, Philia. There will be many trials ahead of you, but I feel you will conquer them all." Philia: "Thank you." Stahn: "Okay, we should return to the sea dragon quickly..." Rutee: "Yeah, we'll be in trouble if the ship leaves us." {Philia now has Clemente. The party has four Swordians.} Stahn: "Let's return to the ship." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Captain: "It's been an hour...the poor bastards... But, hey, wait a minute..." {The sea dragon returns with Stahn and his buddies.} Captain: "What?! How can this be?!" Crewman: "Aieeee! M...m...m...monster!!" Leon: "Calm yourself!" Captain: "You, you...are ya all right?" Leon: "But of course!" Crewman: "The sea dragon...it's going back..." Leon: "The show's over. There's nothing more to see. Make haste for Calvalese!" Captain: "Aye...aye sir." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #8--To Calvalese!-----------------------------------------------------[d.08]# ############################################################################# {The ship reaches Calvalese Harbor.} ~~Cherik, Calvalese~~ Captain: "We've arrived in Calvalese." Leon: "Baruk's office is located in the town. He should be there. Baruk is in charge of Calvalese. We need to get information from him." {Looks like the people here doesn't welcome foreigners. Anyway, the party goes to Baruk's.} {The party goes down to the basement.} Leon: "Baruk is in the back room. Follow me." Stahn: "What kind of person is Baruk?" Leon: "Weren't you listening to me at all?" Stahn: "Well, all I know is that he's the Oberon Corp rep who's in charge of the Calvalese area." Leon: "Then, what is it?" Stahn: "So, what's the Baruk Fund anyway?" Leon: "What does this have to do with you?" Stahn: "Well, nothing, but can't I ask?" Leon: "I don't have time to waste my breath explaining unnecessary things." Stahn: "........." Rutee: "It's a non-profit foundation established by Baruk to focus on charitable activities." Stahn: "Um, okay..." Rutee: "...Did you get it?" Stahn: "What's a foundation?" Rutee: "It's a corporation established with seed money or trust fund provided by individuals and groups. It exists as a legal entity." Stahn: "Um, okay..." Rutee: "...Did you get it?" Stahn: "............ No, not really..." Rutee: "........." Leon: "That's why I said it's unnecessary to explain to him. Let's go." Stahn: "I'm sorry, Rutee..." Rutee: "Well, it's okay. You don't know any better- you're a country boy." Stahn: "That's harsh..." Philia: "Stahn, don't worry." Stahn: "You're right..." Philia: "Atamoni's blessing doesn't discriminate. Even people from the countryside like you are treated equally." Stahn: "Philia... Thanks for trying, but your words don't make me feel any better...." Philia: "I'm really sorry." Stahn: "No, no, I'm not blaming you. P lease don't worry about it." {The party heads to the back room, where Baruk is.} Baruk: "Leon, good to see you. What, has it been half a year? Well now, you brought a lot of company today." Leon: "They're not worth paying attention to at all." Stahn: "Hey, why do you keep treating us like dirt?!" Leon: "Say, are you in need of attention or something? No one said that you could talk." Baruk: "Ha, ha, ha, ha... Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Baruk Songram. I'm Oberon Corp's regional manager for the Calvalese region. It's a pleasure to meet you." Stahn: "I'm Stahn Aileron. Nice to meet you too." Baruk: "Hmm...I can see that you're a men of great potential despite your youth. A diamond in the rough, so to speak. I have a feeling things await you, son." Leon: "Baruk, enough. All of this will go to his head." Stahn: "It won't..." Baruk: "Ha, ha, ha, ha... Well it seems Leon thinks highly of you." Stahn: "What? What do you mean by that?" Baruk: "He gives you a hard time because he thinks you are as strong as him. Right, Leon?" Leon: "Was that supposed to be a joke? If it was, I'm not laughing." Rutee: "I didn't think it was funny either!" Baruk: "Now, all of you wouldn't consider a lower-skilled person as your rival, would you?" Stahn: "........" Leon: "This is nonsense..." Baruk: "Of course, he'll never admit it. He's always been like that. But I suppose being competitive is not necessarily a bad personality trait... Well, allow me to apologize for Leon's lack of refinement in the manners department. I hope you all get along." Leon: "Baruk, I'm sorry to interrupt but I didn't come here for all this silly talk." Baruk: "Knowing you, there had to be another reason..." Leon: "Has anything strange happened around here lately?" Baruk: "Hmm, let's see... Ilene from Fitzgald sent me a report." Leon: "What kind of report?" Baruk: "Apparently the lens transport ships are being attacked frequently by a mysterious pirate fleet." Leon: "A mysterious pirate fleet?" Baruk: "Yeah, that's right. Although, we have no information on their identity, their target is clearly our company's Lens shipments." Leon: "I see... Did you hear anything about the Eye of Atamoni?" Baruk: "The Eye of Atamoni?! Oh, no, please. Is that some kind of a sick joke?" Leon: "It's not a joke. The Eye of Atamoni fell into the hands of a High Priest named Lydon. And we heard he was heading this way." Baruk: "I haven't heard anything like that... But I'll start investigating on my end. Maybe people in the shipping business might know something. Could you go to the harbor and check that lead out?" Leon: "Understood. We'll leave immediately. Do what you can on your end." Baruk: "Yes, I'll do my best. By the way... Take things in the boxes over there. I think they'll be useful to you." {Stahn checks a bookshelf by Baruk's desk.} Stahn: "Rutee, what are you doing?" Rutee: "All right, all right...Just hang on a minute will ya? Well..." Stahn: "Well? This is..." Rutee: "Oomph!" Stahn: "Oomph? Wait a minute..." Rutee: "Found it!!" Stahn: "Found it? That's..." Rutee: "Not yet..." Stahn: "Not yet?" Rutee: "Got it!!" Stahn: "Rutee!! That's stealing!!" Rutee: "Run!!" Stahn: "Rutee!! This is where I draw the line!!" Rutee: "Oh, come on, I'm just kidding." Stahn: "Grumble, grumble, grumble..." {Stahn checks on the bookshelf on the upper-right corner of the same room. He finds a cook book.} Mary: "This is..." Rutee: "What? What is it? Oh, a cook book. I don't get to see many of these. Adventuring and cooking aren't exactly compatible activities." Mary: "I kind of feel nostalgic. I used to make this dish all the time." Rutee: "Mary, did you get your memory back?" Mary: "........ No...... No, I don't think so... But, I'm sure I made it before. I know the ingredients, the preparation, its taste...maybe..." Rutee: "All right. It may be a way for you to get your memories back." Stahn: "Why is that?" Rutee: "Are you stupid?" Stahn: "Your abuse is really starting to annoy me, you know." Rutee: "Isn't this dish a specialty of Phandaria?" Stahn: "That's a good point..." Rutee: "I hope you get your memories back soon." Mary: "Yeah, I do too." {Stahn checks on the bookshelf near the stairs. He finds a book of black magic.} Stahn: "Ooooh...Wow..." {Stahn reads it.} Philia: "Shame on you!!" Stahn: "Philia?! No, no, you've got the wrong idea..." Philia: "You shouldn't fool around with black magic!" Stahn: "I'm sorry..." Philia: "You have to be punished." Stahn: "What? Oh please..." Philia: "Here we go." Stahn: "Hey, wait a minute." Philia: "Eeeiiiyeeahh!!" {Stahn cries.} {The party heads to the harbor, as Baruk suggested.} Sailor: "I helped someone carry something that looked like a statue." I don't know where they went...I think a sailor named Jake knows. Jake should be staying at an inn in Cherik. {Stahn and the Others go to the inn.} Bell Girl: "Are you asking me about Jake? He said he had some business to take care of at the weapon shop and left a while ago. What do you want with him?" {They head to the weapon shop next.} Weapon Shop Clerk: "Jake? ...He went back to the harbor. Are you stalking Jake or something? That's why I hate strangers... By the way, are you buying anything?" {They return to the harbor.} Jake: "I heard you've been looking for me." Leon: "Do you know about the statue that was recently brought to Seinegald?" Jake: "Yeah, I saw that thing. It was huge." Rutee: "That's it!" Jake: "I heard the statue was going to be installed at some temple." Stahn: "Which temple are you talking about?" Jake: "Well, there's only one temple in Calvalese. Are you all on a pilgrimage or something?" Philia: "What? Well, you can say that." Jake: "Be very careful. It's not safe as it used to be in the past." Philia: "We will. Thank you." {Back at Baruk's...} Leon: "We found out where the Eye of Atamoni is. It's at the Straylize Temple in Kalviola. He's probably hiding there too." Baruk: "All right. He's all yours. I'll try to get information on the pirate fleet." Leon: "Very well." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ############################################################################# #9--Straylize Temple in Kalviola--------------------------------------[d.09]# ############################################################################# {Stahn and friends enter Kalviola.} ~~Kalviola, Calvalese~~ {At the weapon shop...} Weapon Shop Mistress: "...Where is Tosh? ...I told him to study." {Stahn passes by on the wall, outside the city. They saw a little kid fighting a puny Sea Slug.} Tosh: "Hey! Cut it out! Stay the @#$% away from me!!" Sea Slug: "Glurrrp..." Tosh: "What?! Do you wanna get smacked?!" {Tosh attacks the slug.} Tosh: "Ugggh...You're pretty tough. How about this!" {The slug attacks Tosh.} Tosh: "Agghhh... You no good bastard!!" Stahn: "What are you doing? That’s crazy!" Tosh: "...Get the @#$% outa my way! I'm gonna protect this town! I don't need no foreigner's help!" Rutee: "...What an arrogant snot!" Tosh: "Here I come, damn monster!" ????: "Hah! Once a weakling, always a weakling... You should have remained quietly at home!" Sea Slug: "Slurrrrrrp?!" {The Black Wings come to the scene!} Grid: "You poor fools, be happy, now that I have graced you with my presence. I, Grid, of tha 'Black Wings' have deigned to come here. You should be grateful!" Tosh: "...'Black Who'? Are you completely nuts?" Grid: "F, fool!! You're telling me that you don't know us? I'll forgive your ignorance for now. Now, listen carefully! John 'The Beast'" John: "Gwaaaar! Grrrrrr!!" Grid: "Whirlwind Milly!" Milly: "...I thought I told you not to call me that! It royally sucks!" Grid: "And I'm the illustrious leader of the Black Wings- Grid, the omnipotent! The three of us are the 'Black Wings'. Fear us, demon spawn!!" John: "Boss... I'm so moved by your words..." {The puny Sea Slug attacks Grid. In an instant, the omnipotent is down.} John: "B, boss!!" Milly: "You can't dodge that stupid thing? How humiliating...!" Grid: "Ugh...I was caught...off guard... You coward! Let's retreat for now. Retreat!" John: "Awright, boss!" Gird: "...Call me 'The Leader'! {The Black Wings retreats.} Sea Slug: "Squuuuuiiish!" {More Sea Slugs appear.} Sea Slug: "Wiggle, wiggle..." Tosh: "Ugh...ack...I'm not afraid... ......I'm afraid!!" Stahn: "Let us take care of it!" {The party defeats the Sea Slugs.} Tosh: "Wh, what's the deal here?! I could have killed it by myself!! Don't interfere in my business! You @#+%@^* bastards!!" {The party enters the Straylize Temple in Kalviola.} Philia: "Excuse me." Priest: "Yes, yes, how can I help you? Philia: "My name is Philia Felice, a priestess from Seinegald. I'd like to ask you something." Priest: "Oh, a priestess. You must have traveled a long way from Seinegald. And now, what would you like to ask me?" Philia: "I believe a statue has been brought here." Priest: "No, I haven't heard a thing about any statue." Philia: "Then, did Lydon visit this temple?" Priest: "The High Priest has not visited here." Philia: "Okay...I understand. Let's go." {The party leaves the temple.} Philia: "It's strange." Stahn: "What?" Philia: "I only said Lydon's name. But that man knew that Lydon was a high priest." Rutee: "Is it that unusual for him to know the name of a high priest?" Leon: "Please, spare us your ignorance. Lydon's not a high ranking bishop or archbishop! Priests at other temples wouldn’t know the name of a mere high priest." Rutee: "Hey, back off!" Philia: "I believe Leon is right. This can only mean that he's somehow connected with Lydon." Stahn: "Then, if we grill them for information..." Leon: "I don't think so. They're just a bunch of useless underlings." Rutee: "How about sneaking during the night? Philia: "Then, I'll stay at the temple. I'll be able to unlock the back door from the inside when it gets dark." Leon: "Fine, do it." Stahn: "All right. We'll stay at the inn and wait until nightfall." Rutee: "Good luck, Philia!" Philia: "I'll be fine since Clemente will be with me." Clemente: "Don't you worry about a thing!" Philia: "Okay, I'm leaving now." {Philia enters the temple.} Leon: "We'll wait at the inn." {The party stays at the inn.} {That night...} Leon: "Let's go! Our destination is the temple." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- {Leon's party enters Straylize Temple through the back door.} ~~Straylize Temple~~ Stahn: "It's so dark..." Philia: "Stahn?" Stahn: "Is that you Philia?! Where are you?" Philia: "Wait just a minute. I'll turn the light on." {Philia opens the lights.} Philia: "There are priest patrolling the place. Please be careful." Stahn: "Okay, I will." {The party explores the temple. Some priests finds them along their way.} Priest: "Gah! Die, infidels, die!" {The party defeats the goons. Someone shouts from nearby...} Priest: "Please get me out of here." Stahn: "What happened?!" Priest: "What happened?!!! I was locked up by a bunch of goons who said they were acting in the name of some high priest!!" Philia: "Was it...Lydon?" Priest: "Yes, that sounds about right. Do you know him?" Philia: "He used to be my mentor. Tell me what happened. Priest: "I was performing my evening prayers in the cathedral. And this man named Lydon came visiting with a large statue." Leon: "Hmph, that traitor..." Priest: "They took over the temple and locked me up...and now, here I am before you." Leon: "How many of them were there?" Priest: "There were at least 30 men, I think." Leon: "Are they in the cathedral?" Priest: "I don't know. But there is an underground tunnel that's accessed from the cathedral..." Leon: "I see..." Priest: "Err...can you get me out of here?" Stahn: "Sure. I'll open the door now." Leon: "Wait, don't open it yet." Stahn: "Leon!" Leon: "How can we be sure that he's not a monster?!" Priest: "W, wait a minute. I'm not..." Stahn: "Man, you're too paranoid." Leon: "I'd rather not take any chances. We'll leave him here." Rutee: "I agree with him." Stahn: "Okay, I understand... We'll take care of the enemy. You'll be safer here, so please stay put." Priest: "I understand. I'm counting on you." {Stahn's party reaches the cathedral.} Stahn: "It's pitch black...is anyone here?" Leon: "If there's really a secret room, they're probably inside it." Stahn: "You're right. Let's look for the entrance." {The party checks on a blue flame.} Leon: "It's the same set up we saw at the temple in Seinegald...Do they take us for idiots?!" {The party enters the secret passage.} Stahn: "This room... ...looks exactly like the room where the Eye of Atamoni was kept..." {Someone opens the lights.} ???? ??????: "What are you doing there?!" Stahn: "Yikes!" {The party see a group of priests coming.} High Priest: "Ah, I see we have some rodents here. I didn't think you would be able to follow us this far... But unfortunately, what you're looking for is no longer here." Stahn: "So, the Eye of Atamoni was at this temple." High Priest: "Yes. But it was taken again by Lydon." Philia: "I knew it!! Lydon was here!" Red Priest: "Hmm...I saw you this afternoon! As I suspected, you were an imposter." Philia: "Speak for yourselves!! Why don't you reveal your true identities!" Blue Priest: "F, fake?! We're perfectly respectable priests!" Red Priest: "We swore our allegiance to Lydon's vision- The Eye of Atamoni will control the world!" High Priest: "And when that happens, we will reign