A Trust Earned/Ranulf: Friend of Nations


Ranulf	Normally an army stinks of blood and iron—or worse. The people you've gathered at this castle, however, lack that smell... Reminds me of when I met the Greil Mercenaries... Even though it seems like it's been ages since I first met Ike, I remember it like it was only yesterday...
Hey! Is that you, Ranulf? Are you doing some sort of...investigation?		Anna
Ranulf	Oh, hello, Commander Anna! I'm... well, yes, I am investigating, to tell you the truth. Even with the map I was given, I had some questions I needed to answer with evidence from my own eyes.
Ah, so this is an exercise in caution, then? Are you not at ease here?		Anna
Ranulf	I suppose I am... This is clearly a place of good people. Even the air in the castle is warm and welcoming.
I agree! I hope everyone from Gallia will grow to love it as I do... Askr has a lot to offer!		Anna
Ranulf	You're right... Maybe there's some way I can help with that.


Anna	Oh, hi, Ranulf! More investigating?
Heh. Not today. Today I'm trying to get to know some of the Heroes around the castle. I'm continually surprised by the lack of reaction to my ears and tail...		Ranulf
Anna	Oh, hmm... Everyone is used to that sort of thing around the castle at this point, I imagine... After all, we have people here who can change into dragons—and there are kitsune and wolfskin too!
Right... I met an odd pup who took one look at my tail and asked, "You get any good hair balls from that?" Seems like there's something or someone new around every corner, and I have to, well...investigate! The strangest thing is that, even though some Heroes here have a dark or complex past... I haven't seen anyone here treat anyone else negatively about their history!		Ranulf
Anna	That would be Alfonse and Sharena's influence. Their bright attitudes draw everyone in. They're so earnest, everyone just wants to help them!
I see... So this pleasant atmosphere is Alfonse and Sharena's doing, then? Interesting... Thank you, Commander Anna. That gives me something to think about.		Ranulf
Anna	Oh, um, you're welcome! If you have any questions, you can come ask me anytime you'd like!
I will. Thank you.		Ranulf


Sharena	Nice work out there, Ranulf! You did some real damage out there! Here, have some water...
Water from Princess Sharena herself... I'm not sure I deserve such an honor.		Ranulf
Sharena	This? Oh, it's OK! Really! I'm happy to get you whatever you need—never be afraid to ask!
That's right! And besides, we get the honor of seeing the warriors of Gallia take to the field. It's only fair! So, please, as Sharena said, tell us if there is anything we can do to make your stay here more comfortable.		Alfonse
Ranulf	Hm. I see what Anna meant about their bright and earnest attitudes...
Hm? Did you say something?		Alfonse
Ranulf	Oh, nothing. Just remembering a talk I had with Commander Anna earlier today... She said that everyone here stays positive because of you two. Because of your infectious attitudes.
A-Anna said that? Well...I'm certainly happy if we're able to help others...		Alfonse
Sharena	Each Hero does so much for us, I feel like I can't thank them all nearly enough! And I hope we all become close friends, so you feel like you can call on me whenever you need to talk.
That means a lot, Princess Sharena... To be frank, speaking formally is not my strong suit... So I'd be happy to count you among my friends!		Ranulf
Alfonse	Friends and allies, pursuing the same goal, together.
Right! I'm excited to continue working together with you both.		Ranulf
Sharena	The feeling's mutual! And don't forget—let us know if you need anything at all!


Caineghis	...
Askr is gentle, and kind. The royalty, Prince Alfonse and Princess Sharena, are shining examples of that... Their kindness finds its way into the hearts of everyone who comes here, regardless of their social status.		Ranulf
Caineghis	...
I can't say I've ever seen anything quite like this, but... I do know that gentle people can easily be put to ruin by power...by the plots of the wicked.		Ranulf
Caineghis	I believe you are correct about Askr, Ranulf... And I am happy for it, for we are fortunate. We are fortunate they are not a land ruled by tyranny. Their virtue will be to the benefit of all of us.
Yes. They are certainly worthy of our strength...and our trust.		Ranulf
Caineghis	We must remember, Ranulf, the war being waged here brings in warriors from across time and realities... The horrors that might await us here may make our previous experience seem small and provincial. Even so, we must prepare ourselves to stand alongside them and take on whatever comes... Understood?
Of course, Your Majesty. Your word is my command. Together we will make the future one worth fighting to see.		Ranulf