Devotion to Protect

Devotion to Protect
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Event Characters
Bonus Accessories
Start time	2024-07-16T07:00:00Z
End time	2024-07-30T06:59:59Z
Previous: Dawning Future Next: In Those We Hope

Availability

This Forging Bonds was made available on:

• 2024-07-16T07:00:00Z – 2024-07-30T06:59:59Z (Notification)

Rewards

Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward
10	Forde's C Conversation	10	Eirika's C Conversation	10	Amelia's C Conversation	10	Kyle's C Conversation
25	50	25	50	25	50	25	50
50	300	50	300	50	300	50	300
75	50	75	50	75	50	75	50
100		100		100		100
150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500
200	10	200	10	200	10	200	10
250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500
300	Forde's B Conversation	300	Eirika's B Conversation	300	Amelia's B Conversation	300	Kyle's B Conversation
350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500
400	1	400	1	400	1	400	1
450	300	450	300	450	300	450	300
500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500
550	300	550	300	550	300	550	300
600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500
700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500
800	Forde's A Conversation	800	Eirika's A Conversation	800	Amelia's A Conversation	800	Kyle's A Conversation
900	300	900	300	900	300	900	300
1,000	10	1,000	10	1,000	10	1,000	10
1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300
1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500
1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300
1,400	300	1,400	300	1,400	300	1,400	300
1,500	Forde's S Conversation	1,500	Eirika's S Conversation	1,500	Amelia's S Conversation	1,500	Kyle's S Conversation
1,600	2	1,600	2	1,600	2	1,600	2
1,700	300	1,700	300	1,700	300	1,700	300
1,900	300	1,900	300	1,900	300	1,900	300
2,100	300	2,100	300	2,100	300	2,100	300
2,300	300	2,300	300	2,300	300	2,300	300
2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500
2,750	300	2,750	300	2,750	300	2,750	300
3,000	10	3,000	10	3,000	10	3,000	10
3,250	500	3,250	500	3,250	500	3,250	500
3,500	10	3,500	10	3,500	10	3,500	10

Bonus schedule

	Hour (UTC)
	07:00	08:00	09:00	10:00	11:00	12:00	13:00	14:00	15:00	16:00	17:00	18:00	19:00	20:00	21:00	22:00	23:00	24:00	01:00	02:00	03:00	04:00	05:00	06:00
Day 1	2.0×	1.0×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.0×
Day 2	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×
Day 3	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×
Day 4	2.0×	1.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×
Day 5	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×
Day 6	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	2.0×
Day 7	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×
Day 8	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×
Day 9	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×
Day 10	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×
Day 11	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×
Day 12	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×
Day 13	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.0×	2.0×	2.0×
Day 14	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	1.0×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×	2.0×	2.0×	1.5×

Special conversations

Devotion to Protect

Devotion to Protect - Opening

Eirika	The Kingdom of Askr? I can scarce believe this is a foreign world. For it appears no different from Magvel.
Still, it is best to keep your guard up, Princess Eirika. We know very little about this world, and there may be danger lurking...		Kyle
Forde	Hey now, Kyle. Aren't you being a little too uptight? My opinion, you're clearly overthinking this. Prince Alfonse and Commander Anna have treated us with nothing but respect. Plus, uh...the one who summoned us seems like a good person— 【Summoner】! That's it!
Even taking that into consideration, we must not let our guard down. If we're not prepared for anything, I'm afraid it will be too late should something happen.		Kyle
Forde	Princess Eirika's safety is my top priority too. But if you're alert all the time, you'll get tired and won't be able to respond when the situation demands. You agree, don't you, Princess Eirika?
Hehe... That's one way of looking at it, I suppose. Though, I feel emboldened despite being in a foreign world, all because I have you two with me.		Eirika
Kyle	Such words we do not deserve.
You know, Kyle and I accompanied Prince Ephraim in the past, but now... My allegiance to you will be no different, Princess. I share a desire to protect you equal to General Seth's!		Forde
Kyle	And I the same. I pledge my strength to you here in Askr, just as I did in Magvel.
Thank you, both of you. I wish to be strong, with my head held high, before Ephraim.		Eirika
Amelia	Kyle? And Franz's brother, Forde? Oh! And Princess Eirika?!
Pardon? Have we...met before?		Kyle
Eirika	You are...Amelia, right?
Amelia? Really?! Aren't you that new recruit in Grado's army?		Forde
Amelia	Yes, that's me. I'm Amelia!
That armor... How bold! And your spear... You have surely ascended since your time as a new recruit.		Eirika
Forde	Yeah, you have! You're like...a different person altogether!
You even carry yourself in a manner befitting a seasoned warrior.		Kyle
Amelia	Oh, uh... I still have a lot to learn! This armor is beyond my station. Do I look strange wearing it?
Oh no! Not at all. It suits you well.		Eirika
Amelia	Thank goodness! You know, meeting you here, like this, must be a trick of fate. I'll do my best to aid you!

Devotion to Protect - C

Kyle	Hiyah! Haaa!
Hey, what’s with all that grunting? Hahaha!		Forde
Kyle	What’s that? Come on then, give me all you’ve got! Rrraaah!
All I’ve got, huh? What do you think of this, then? Hraaah!		Forde
Kyle	All right. That’s enough for today’s training. As always, you fail to take things seriously enough. Even in training, you should strike as though you are in a real battle.
You put way too much energy into it. Besides, I’ve gotta keep my strength to protect my liege, you know.		Forde
Kyle	Oh Forde... I can tell something is on your mind. You seem like you’re having trouble concentrating, even more than usual.
When you say it like that it sounds like I never concentrate on training. But...I suppose you’re right. I do have a little something on my mind.		Forde
Kyle	Really?
Yeah. So...what did you think of Amelia?		Forde
Kyle	Truth be told, I could not believe my eyes. When we fought in Grado, she was a brand-new recruit.
And her armor now... It glistens in the light. Flawless craftsmanship, worthy of a skilled fighter!		Forde
Kyle	I am a bit taken aback that she has become a Hero who can wear such magnificent armor with ease.
I saw her in battle near a fortress a few days ago. Her presence on the battlefield is striking. She was like a general with countless battles behind her.		Forde
Kyle	Perhaps she’s changed since experiencing fierce battles that required her blood and sweat.
Blood and sweat, huh? I guess, now that you mention it, any free moment she had, she was training. I saw her competing with Franz fairly often. Probably pretty natural for them, being new recruits and all.		Forde
Kyle	I suppose he and Amelia considered themselves friendly rivals. It’s still hard for me to believe that you and Franz are brothers, what with how serious he takes his work.
Really? Did you really need to add that? I swear... Every chance you get to make me look bad... Anyway, I know for a fact Amelia is a hard worker. But...I’m not certain that’s the only reason for her growth.		Forde
Kyle	Oh? Do you suppose it is due to her overcoming several near-death experiences in battle?
Nah, not that. But...what if some special power was bestowed on her when she was summoned here?		Forde
Kyle	Hm...
This is a completely different world. It may look just like Magvel, but it’s not the same. Anything could happen, is all I’m saying.		Forde
Kyle	I see. Based on her rapid growth, that does sound like a reasonable analysis coming from you.
You try to make it sound like a compliment, but really you’re insulting me, aren’t you? Anyway, we need to confirm whether or not summoned Heroes are granted special powers here.		Forde
Kyle	So 【Summoner】 may know.
We should hurry! Let’s find out what 【Summoner】 has to say!		Forde

Devotion to Protect - B

Forde	Hah! We were way off! Amelia’s strength was not bestowed on her my 【Summoner】.
It does make sense. Amelia is not one to take powers that she did not earn herself. It is because of your careless guesswork that you’ve confused 【Summoner】.		Kyle
Forde	Hey! You said it yourself—it was a reasonable analysis. But everything will be fine. And now we know Amelia grew stronger through efforts all her own!
Then we should have gone straight to Amelia and asked her ourselves, huh? How could she have gained so much strength? I do wonder what secrets lie there...		Kyle
Forde	Oh, it’s Amelia, here at the training grounds, of course!
Wait. It appears she is with Princess Eirika. They look like they’re discussing something...		Kyle
Eirika	You learned to wield a spear from General Duessel—is that right, Amelia?
Yes. He took me under his wing as a new recruit. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him. That, I am certain of.		Amelia
Eirika	I’m sure he perceived your talent. I wager that you exceeded his expectations with your hard work and determination.
What I accomplished was not complicated. All I did was repeat the core principles of spearmanship over and over and over. That’s all.		Amelia
Eirika	Ah... Circle right, circle left, thrust... Those are the three core principles, right? Reminds me of Ephraim...
Prince Ephraim learned spearmanship from General Duessel too, right?!		Amelia
Eirika	Indeed. He was still young at the time. General Duessel was so famous that, everywhere he went, people recognized him as being from Grado. Ephraim caused some trouble learning under a foreign general, but he did it purely to become stronger. And I know from watching him that repeating the principles every day takes determination and a strong will.
Princess Eirika... I’d like to tell you a story from my past. Why I, too, was determined to grow stronger. I grew up in a village called Silva, in a remote area of Grado. It was a peaceful place, but one day, it was attacked by bandits.		Amelia
Eirika	...
My mother, who was the only family I had, was kidnapped. I was too young and weak to fight back. I trembled under my bed, powerless. I had no strength. If I had the power to fight back, I could have protected my mother.		Amelia
Eirika	...
And so, I worked hard to get stronger and become what I am, all because of that day. And I’ll keep working hard because I never want to lose what is precious to me again. That is what drives me.		Amelia

Devotion to Protect - A

Forde	I see... That’s what’s behind your rapid growth then...
Huh? Forde?		Amelia
Kyle	Amelia, Princess Eirika... I am sorry. I thought we should speak up, but...
You were taken by Amelia’s story, weren’t you?		Eirika
Amelia	What? M-my story? But it is not one of any significance!
Let me get this straight. Your growth is a result of training, then more training, coupled with determination?		Forde
Kyle	I am embarrassed to admit, we thought you had been granted something special... Perhaps some kind of power that would explain how magnificent you look...
Hey, now. You just casually implicate me as your accomplice? Hmph.		Forde
Kyle	You are the one that brought it up in the first place.
That may be... But now, after hearing Amelia’s story, I’m painfully aware of the importance of the basics. There’s no easy way to get stronger. Of course not!		Forde
Kyle	We must not fall behind. I intend to keep training, and focusing on the basics.
Yes, we shall work harder and push ourselves to catch up with you, Amelia.		Eirika
Amelia	With me?! Oh, I am humbled! But I still have much to learn myself.
All right then. We will do it together. Hold out your hand.		Eirika
Amelia	L-like this?
Yes. We’ll take each other’s hands and move ahead together... Let us support one another and rely on our strengths, lifting each other up when times are difficult. Let us grow stronger together so that we can protect what is precious to us.		Eirika
Amelia	All right, Princess Eirika! I will forge ahead with you all, and I’ll show you that I can grow even more!

Forde: Unfettered Knight

Forde: Unfettered Knight - C

Forde	Phew! A difficult battle today, yet I somehow managed to survive... Askr really is beautiful. Seeing such an expressive environment sure wakens the artist in me. I suppose I should save this memory on my canvas before I head back to the castle.
Hm?		Shigure
Forde	...
If my memory serves me correctly, that’s Forde, of Magvel... He is still here, even though the battle is over... I wonder what he’s up to...		Shigure
Forde	Ah... The mountain is so vibrant. Next time, I’ll have to bring my paints and—
Excuse me, what are you doing?		Shigure
Forde	Oh! I’ve been spotted. Well...I, um...you see, it’s nothing unsavory. In fact, I’m just recording the beauty of this battlefield, so...
You were drawing something?!		Shigure
Forde	I thought I’d draw a little before returning to the castle. And that mountain there is extraordinary.
...		Shigure
Forde	Oh, is it...disrespectful to draw the battlefield? Even though the battle is over? Come on, don’t tell me you’re as rigid as Kyle...
Actually, it’s a wonderful drawing. And you’ve depicted all the mountain’s glory with just charcoal!		Shigure
Forde	Huh? You’re not going to criticize me for drawing?
I’m a painter myself. It’s what I do in my free time. And I’m happy to meet another artist in the Order of Heroes, and one so talented.		Shigure
Forrest	Shigure, the sun will set soon. We should hurry back!
Oh, it seems we’re all due back at the castle. Why don’t we head there together? And I would be much obliged if you would show me your other works when we get there.		Shigure
Forde	Oh, sure. I have done a few since I was summoned to Askr...
There are actually many others here who enjoy artistry as well. I will introduce you when we get back.		Shigure
Forde	Really? I’m looking forward to it! So, the Order of Heroes isn’t just full of strong warriors... It surprises me to know that there’s others here like me.

Forde: Unfettered Knight - B

Ylgr	Princess Reginn, look! The flowers are so pretty, aren’t they? I just love the castle gardens!
Me too! Eating sandwiches while gazing at pretty flowers... Nothing gets better than this!		Reginn
Forde	What a beautiful garden! This may be a new world, but beauty’s no different here. Ah! If I dally here any longer, Kyle’s going to scold me. But...this courtyard garden is so full of life with its colorful flowers. An image dying to be painted. All right, that’s it. I’m taking up my brush...
Oh, Forde! Are you painting again?		Rosado
Forde	Hi, Rosado. You’re in good spirits, as usual.
Of course. I’m always cute and in good spirits! Are you painting the courtyard garden today? Nice, huh?		Rosado
Forde	You bet. This place is sure to inspire any painter.
I have to say, I like your paintings, Forde. It’s tasteful with a meaningful quality to it, but... I don’t see Reginn and Ylgr in it, even though they’re sitting right there. Don’t you think it would be just the cutest if they were eating sandwiches in your painting?		Rosado
Forde	That’s...hmm... How shall I put this? I was determined not to have them in my painting. I thought that, today, I’d just record the scenery for once.
Oh? If it were me, I couldn’t help but paint the people too, but... Every artist has their reasons, I suppose.		Rosado
Forde	Eh...exactly...

Forde: Unfettered Knight - A

Forde	Ah... The forest really is a relaxing place. And since I’ve got the day off, I can take my time and paint.
Forde! I’ve been looking for you.		Rosado
Forde	Or...so I thought... Do you need something from me, Rosado?
I wanted to show you one of my paintings.		Rosado
Forde	Oh yeah? Oh...this is...
What do you think? Isn’t it cute?		Rosado
Forde	Cute? It’s a painting of me painting in the courtyard garden. When did you even do this?
Look at your serious, focused expression... And surrounded by colorful flowers! Normally, you take everything so lightly, but not while you’re painting. It’s so cute, don’t you think? Go on, you can say it’s fantastic.		Rosado
Forde	Hah! Excuse you for saying I take everything lightly. But...your painting really is great. Plus, I look handsome.
Hey, Forde, you know how you said you only wanted to record the scenery the other day? Why is it that none of your paintings have people in them, not just that one?		Rosado
Forde	...
You don’t have to tell me. I was just wondering why you’d go out of your way to avoid depicting people.		Rosado
Forde	I, well... I have trouble painting people.
Oh, really? You paint scenery so well, I imagined you’d be great at people...		Rosado

Forde: Unfettered Knight - S

Forde	It’s...not that I can’t paint people. I once painted my mother, a long time ago.
Your mother? What was she like?		Rosado
Forde	She praised me more for my painting than for winning a tournament for swordsman trainees.
Wow. She sounds like a peaceful person.		Rosado
Forde	Hers was the last portrait I ever painted. It was just before she passed from an illness... Ever since then, I can’t bring myself to paint a person.
Oh! I’m so sorry! I was insensitive to bring it up. Of course there had to be a reason why you wouldn’t—		Rosado
Forde	Don’t worry about it. I’m not upset at you for speaking your mind. Truthfully, it’s why I find myself talking about things I don’t normally talk about with you.
...		Rosado
Forde	Why don’t we put the past behind us and enjoy what’s right in front of us? Like painting! This is the first time I’ve ever been able to talk to anyone about art, thanks to you and Shigure. And now that I have you two, it’s inspired me to paint more.
Awww! It makes me so happy to hear you say that! Later, I’ll take you to Ignatz’s room. I’m pretty sure he said he’d be sketching a bunch of scenery too. I’m sure you two will hit it off!		Rosado
Forde	It sure is nice to make friends!
I want to paint everyone here while I’m in Askr!		Rosado
Forde	That’s nice. Maybe I’ll do the same and paint everyone in the Order of Heroes, should the mood strike me.
Really?! If you do, paint me the cutest!		Rosado
Forde	Depends on where the brush takes me, but I’ll do my best.
Oh, yay! Thank you, Forde! And if you do, be sure to show me. You have to promise!		Rosado

Eirika: Resolute Princess

Eirika: Resolute Princess - C

Eirika	Ephraim...thank goodness I was able to find you here in Askr.
It is a mysterious thing to see your face in this other world.		Ephraim
Eirika	I had faith I would find you here. Our whole lives, we have always been by one another’s side.
You have grown mightier than the Eirika I know. I surmise you are Eirika from a world other than mine. Or maybe another future?		Ephraim
Eirika	Wherever we each hail from, my desire to support you remains steadfast.
I see. Then I shall count on you, Eirika. Now then, how about you tell me about that axe you’re carrying.		Ephraim
Eirika	Well, as you have noticed, I am not yet as familiar with it as I am a sword. Have I caused you worry by wielding an unfamiliar weapon?
Not at all. I simply wondered if there was a reason you chose an axe.		Ephraim
Eirika	A reason? Well... I...suppose...
You need not think too much on it. If it’s impossible to put into words, I understand.		Ephraim
Eirika	Y-yes. Of course. I’m...sorry...
Eirika	I wanted to support you. That’s what motivated me. Still, did the weapon I chose need to be an axe, I wonder? Might it be that I took the axe too casually? This is a confusing idea to say the least. I will not find an answer thinking on it alone.
Gwahaha! She ponders in uncertainly, yet with axe in hand! We shall give her the push she needs!		???

Eirika: Resolute Princess - B

Eirika	Who are you?!
No need to be so on guard! We’re just a bunch of passersby who deeply adore axes!		Bartre
Arthur	If you have something on your mind, we shall aid you. No need to restrain yourself on our account!
You seem confused by this sudden turn of events. You may feel better putting your confusion into words.		Dorcas
Eirika	You are passersby who admire axes? Why be so generous with your time and energy for my sake?
You don’t think we share connection? How about you take another look at what you’ve got in your hand!		Bartre
Eirika	This...axe?
Yes! As a fellow adorers of axes, we’ll happily listen to your troubles.		Arthur
Eirika	Adorers...of axes? I suspect I lack the qualifications to properly avail myself of your generosity.
Qualifications?! You hold an axe, and you don’t adore it? I don’t believe a word you say.		Bartre
Dorcas	Now, there are people like that out there, you know...
Axes draw souls together. There must be a reason you took one up! Why?		Bartre
Eirika	I had no answer when Ephraim asked me either. That is what troubles me.
Hmph. From where I stand it appears you have yet to open your heart to the weapon.		Arthur
Bartre	Have a conversation with your axe. Let your heart face it head on!
That sounds important, maybe even meaningful, but I don’t understand it any better than you do.		Dorcas
Eirika	Y-you don’t?
Luckily there are many in the Order of Heroes who wield axes. You may learn something from them that can lead you to the answer you seek.		Dorcas
Eirika	Thank you. All of you. I might finally know where to start.

Eirika: Resolute Princess - A

Eirika	I cannot express my gratitude enough to those axe adorers earlier. I asked many people why they took up axes, and they each had their own reasons...
Why did I choose to wield an axe? Because they’re cool, of course! Also, hmmm... I suppose my father influenced me. Yeah. I think that was a big part of it!		Ross
Gonzalez	Um, I think axe...exciting! So I use axe. I hear I not need armor when use axe. I just train body... then axe gets stronger too.
Haha. You pose a very interesting question, Princess Eirika. Well... Because it seemed like it’d make me popular with the ladies? I mean, I look absolutely valiant. I’m happy to explain it some more. Maybe over some tea?		Sylvain
Eirika	By listening to what they had to say, I felt I was able to approach the axe differently than before. Out of all of the people I spoke to, the one that left the biggest impression was...
I’m a woodcutter. Axes ain’t just for harming people—they can also be used for creating many different things. You can clear space in a forest and shape the logs from that to build a home, furniture, even a bridge. Axes are useful to people. That’s my answer.		Atlas
Eirika	I had the same reason. Because they are useful. That is why I took the axe in hand. I am so glad to have spoken to everyone.

Eirika: Resolute Princess - S

Eirika	Why did I choose an axe, out of all the weapons that exist? I chose it because I wanted the strength to support Ephraim... I was sure I could be strong for him if I could wield such a heavy blade. That is why I took it in hand! Oh?! Is this what it means to speak with my weapon? I’m so happy I met the people who said they adored the axe.
Hahaha! Most excellent! She has managed to converse with her axe thanks to our advice.		Arthur
Bartre	Yes! Let us proceed with the next step...recommending she join CHOP!
Hm? Wait, that’s...		Dorcas
Eirika	You’re with HACK?
Yes, that is our name. I can feel your determination, and see the belief in your eyes when you hold that axe.		Edelgard
Azura	In secret, we elevate the axe’s worth.
Axes are noble weapons. Won’t you swing that axe alongside us?		Frederick
Eirika	I am still new to the axe. You would accept me despite my inexperience?
How long you have held an axe is meaningless. What matters is your strength of resolve. Now, walk with us. Let us grow stronger in the axe together.		Edelgard
Eirika	I look forward to working together!
...		Bartre
Arthur	...
We missed our chance to recruit her because HACK got her first.		Dorcas
Arthur	They were surprisingly of the same mind.
It’s OK! She found her answer!		Bartre
Dorcas	If you’re OK with it, then I have no reason to be concerned.
We were able to help along yet another promising axe wielder!		Arthur
Bartre	Indeed! All is well! Hahaha!

Amelia: Blossoming Talent

Amelia: Blossoming Talent - C

Amelia	General Duessel, I found you!
Amelia! It has been quite some time, hasn’t it?		Duessel
Amelia	I’m so glad you’re here and I get to fight alongside you in Askr as a member of the Order of Heroes!
Yes, and I see you’ve got new armor and a splendid spear too. You are well-equipped for what lies ahead.		Duessel
Amelia	Th-thank you. But...I feel as though my weapon and armor are beyond my station. I still have so much to learn.
On the contrary. My high expectations of you were not misplaced.		Duessel
Amelia	All thanks to you, General Duessel! You said the spear suits my height well, extends my reach, and enables me to strike with force. Greater force, even, than a sword could bring to bear in a battle. It was my faith in your words that allowed me to continue to grow.
By now you know a warrior’s path is a long and arduous journey. But with continued effort, one can advance. Be patient and move forward, one step at a time, without arrogance.		Duessel
Amelia	I will etch those words on my heart!
Excuse me... Sorry to interrupt, but, General Duessel, it’s almost time for our spear drills.		Fjorm
Duessel	Ah, Amelia, meet Princess Fjorm, from the Kingdom of Nifl. She’s been working hard to master the techniques of the spear.
Princess Fjorm! Nice to meet you! I do hope my strength will be of use to everyone here.		Amelia
Fjorm	Oh, I’m sure it will, Amelia. General Duessel’s told me so much about you. He said you are a hardworking, earnest Hero and a strong, focused master of the spear. I, too, hope to master the spear like you, so I have requested General Duessel’s guidance.
Oh... I am truly humbled he said such things about me.		Amelia
Duessel	Ah, I just thought of something! Amelia, why don’t you teach Princess Fjorm the techniques of the spear?
M-me?! Teach on your behalf, General Duessel? That is an honor far beyond my standing...		Amelia
Duessel	The level of mastery you have reached is far more than enough competency to teach another. I can tell just by seeing you wield your spear. More so, there is much to be gained from teaching others.
Oh my! This is going to be so great! I can’t imagine anything better than learning directly from you, Amelia. If you’ll accept, I’d be much obliged!		Fjorm
Amelia	All right... I will have faith in General Duessel’s words and do my best!

Amelia: Blossoming Talent - B

Fjorm	Amelia? No, I mean...teacher! Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with me.
Oh, uh, that’s the first time anyone has called me “teacher.” And it is an honor to teach you. Thought I feel strange teaching someone as high in status as a princess... General Duessel seems to think it is acceptable, so...I will believe him. We’ll start with some warm-ups before swinging our spears!		Amelia
Fjorm	Yes, teacher!
Watch closely, Princess Fjorm. I’m going to show you some spear techniques now. First up: one of my strongest techniques!		Amelia
Fjorm	Really? One of your strongest already?!
Circle right... Hiyah!		Amelia
Fjorm	Mm-hmm...
Next, circle left... Hiyah! Then... Thrust! Rrraaah!		Amelia
Fjorm	Um, teacher? May I ask something?
Of course!		Amelia
Fjorm	You said this is one of your strongest techniques, but... I heard that the “circle right, circle left, and thrust” technique is the most basic of all. So, um, why is it you say these are your strongest movements?
You’re right, Princess Fjorm. These are the most basic. They are the first things to learn with the spear.		Amelia
Fjorm	Ah... So it’s true...
According to General Duessel, the basics are the strongest and most pure of techniques. These movements bring out the strength of the spear more than any others. The foundation of everything! After tens of thousands of times swinging my spear, I have confirmed this to be true.		Amelia
Fjorm	Of course... You can’t grow if you lack the fundamentals. There is weight to your words, teacher. I can tell your foundation is strong, and you have polished your skills over time.
When you put it like that, I feel somewhat embarrassed...		Amelia
Fjorm	Because of you, I understand just how important a strong foundation is. I would expect no less of General Duessel’s favorite student, after all!
Favorite student?! You flatter me! I simply asked him to teach me, that’s all!		Amelia

Amelia: Blossoming Talent - A

Fjorm	Hah! Yaaah! Circle right, circle left, thrust! Rrraaah!
Wonderful command of that spear, Princess Fjorm! I can tell you are embracing the basics.		Amelia
Fjorm	*huff* *huff* Thank you, teacher.
Let’s not overexert ourselves. Why don’t we take a break?		Amelia
Fjorm	Uh, teacher?
Princess Fjorm... Please, call me Amelia.		Amelia
Fjorm	All right then, Amelia. Can I ask you something?
Sure. I’ll do my best to answer!		Amelia
Fjorm	I’m wondering about your heritage... You must descend from a long line of well-known generals, right?
Huh? Why would you think that?		Amelia
Fjorm	Watching your command of that spear, I sense an innate greatness within you. It’s as though your heart overflows with determination, and you have focused it into your weapon. I assume you have been training both your body and your mind in martial arts since you were a young child.
Oh, no! I...I’m sorry to be so blunt, but...that’s not true at all! I grew up in a remote village in Grado with my mother, working the land...		Amelia
Fjorm	Really?! I would never have believed that.
I was...powerless. I couldn’t protect what was precious to me then. That’s why I joined Grado’s army, so that I could gain the strength needed to protect those I care about. I had never even touched a spear until I joined.		Amelia
Fjorm	Oh... With no militaristic lineage, you developed as a Hero? Purely though hard work and determination? I, on the other hand, was born and raised as royalty—a princess of Nifl. I cannot deny the reason I am here today is because of the privileged environment I grew up in. That is why, from where I stand, the effort you have put in over the years is so impressive!
Princess Fjorm... I don’t think it matters how we obtain our power. More important is how we use it. We should concern ourselves more with why we wield our spears and what it is we fight for.		Amelia
Fjorm	You’re right. The most important thing is how we use our power.
I have made it this far in my training all because I wanted to protect those precious to me. I can sense that same passion in your spear, Princess Fjorm.		Amelia
Fjorm	Yes, I, too, want to protect those I love... That is what I want my driving force to be!
That’s the spirit!		Amelia
Fjorm	Now then, how about another match after this rest?
Of course! As many times as you like!		Amelia

Amelia: Blossoming Talent - S

Duessel	Tell me, Amelia, how are things progressing with Princess Fjorm? I noticed how passionately you were training her the other day.
Th-thank you, General Duessel! I am learning so much from teaching her! Unlike me, she is overflowing with talent! All I have is my constant effort. She heeds the basics, engages with creative techniques, and wishes to develop her skills even further... Honestly, she’s the one who should be teaching me!		Amelia
Duessel	Haha! That is good to hear. You, yourself, appear to have benefited from training Princess Fjorm in the ways of spearmanship. And now, I can sense a more commanding presence about you.
You did say that one stands to benefit from teaching others... You knew that would be the outcome when you suggested I train Princess Fjorm, didn’t you?		Amelia
Duessel	A warrior’s path is long and arduous... It is necessary to have allies and friends beside you on the journey. When I saw the earnest look in her eyes, I knew you would get along well.
General Duessel... I cannot thank you enough!		Amelia
Duessel	Hear this, Amelia. I, too, have not reached the end of my journey as a warrior. I will never stop progressing. So you also must keep growing alongside your allies, each of you mastering your own technique. Only then can you surpass me. And that is the only way for you to express your gratitude to me.
S-surpass you?!		Amelia
Duessel	Do not say you cannot.
I...understand. I will take on that challenge. I will put all you have taught me into practice and focus my convictions to become even stronger!		Amelia
Duessel	Ah, yes... That determination in your eyes says it all. I look forward to seeing how far you go.
I will make you proud! And next time, I will protect those precious to me, no matter what!		Amelia

Kyle: Zealous Knight

Kyle: Zealous Knight - C

Kyle	Yah! Haaa!
Hah! Take this!		Forde
Kyle	You’ll have to try harder than that! Haaa! Come at me like you mean it!
I heard you were out here sparring and came to watch. I have to say I am impressed. I feel as though I caught a glimpse of the true strength and skill of the Knights of Renais.		Alfonse
Kyle	Were you watching the whole time, Prince Alfonse? Your words honor us, but we are still young and inexperienced. I am not certain we’ve earned such praise.
I’ll be honest, I’m far more confident in my skill as a painter than I am in my combat ability.		Forde
Alfonse	You are too modest. Your paintings are fantastic, but that display of skill in your mock battle was splendid. You both displayed great might, and the grace with which you deflected each other’s blows was mesmerizing. I can’t imagine either of you achieved such noteworthy skills overnight.
Thank you, sir. We stand humbled by your words.		Kyle
Forde	I’ve known Kyle forever. Since we were only children. We each know exactly how the other thinks. You just thought it looked impressive because you don’t know us as well as we know each other.
Forde, don’t you think you are being a little too familiar with him? He is a prince, after all.		Kyle
Alfonse	Haha. I don’t mind at all. You two seem to be quite close. I am pleased that we could welcome such trustworthy allies into the ranks of the Order of Heroes.
Thank you. I swear to you upon the honor of the Knight of Renais that I will devote my strength to its cause.		Kyle
Forde	Huh... I suppose I’ll do my best, within the limits of my abilities.
Forde! Can you really do no better than that?		Kyle
Forde	What? I said I’m going to do my best. Isn’t that enough?
As the one benefiting from your aid, I am happy to see you two in action, however you go about it.		Alfonse
Kyle	I apologize for his lack of conviction. I will be sure to pull more than my weight to make up for it.

Kyle: Zealous Knight - B

Kyle	So this is the castle armory. Predictably, Forde went looking for something to paint the moment we knew we would have today off. Even though this is the perfect time to make sure our weapons are in good condition. It looks as though I shall have to take care of the weapons for both of us.
Kyle	Hm? It seems someone has gotten to this task before me.
...		Abel
Kyle	Such concentration. Look at how he inspects those weapons so carefully. He’s certainly no layabout. And...is he inspecting all of them on his own? I beg your pardon. I am Kyle, of the Knights of Renais. I was noticing how intent you are on your task.
The Knights of Renais? Ah, you’re one of General Seth’s subordinates, aren’t you? I’m Abel, a knight from the kingdom of Altea.		Abel
Kyle	Altea is the land of the Hero-King, whose name reverberates even in worlds outside his own, is it not? You appear to be caring for a great many weapons. They can’t all be yours, can they?
Oh, these? I’m doing maintenance on my partner’s weapons too.		Abel
Kyle	You often take care of your partner’s weapons, then?
I do. He’s brave and strong enough that they call him the Bull, but... He can be forgetful when it comes to maintaining his weapons, perhaps because he is so eager for battle.		Abel
Kyle	And that is why you are using your time to take care of his weapons as well as your own. I hope it is not rude of me to ask, but do you not consider it troubling that you must do twice the work?
Haha, this much is no big deal. It’s worth it to help him in this way so he can always be at his best. I am not the least bit bothered by it, knowing it helps us to better support Prince Marth.		Abel
Kyle	An interesting point. I never thought of it that way.

Kyle: Zealous Knight - A

Kyle	Now then, I suppose I should stop by the stables next.
Well, if it isn’t Kyle. Did you come to check on the horses too?		Syrene
Kyle	Syrene, I didn’t realize you were here as well. I came to care for my horse... and Forde’s. Although, I am not sure how I ended up having to look in on his horse too.
Haha! Good to see that you two haven’t changed any, even after coming to Askr.		Syrene
Kyle	Lamenting the situation certainly won’t change our relationship. I will do what I can. There now, good boy. I will get you brushed out nice and smooth.
You’re brushing him very attentively. It seems you are as diligent as ever.		Syrene
Kyle	Forde does take good care of his horse, but he never shows it enough love as far as I am concerned. There, everything is relatively clean. It is heartening to see that they’re both doing well.
They do look quite content.		Syrene
Kyle	I hope they are satisfied with my care... Hm?
Is something wrong?		Syrene
Kyle	That gentleman over there, tending to those horses... Is he...
...		Kent
Kyle	Judging by his manner and attire, I would guess that he is a knight from some other world.
His name is Kent, isn’t it? From Elibe.		Syrene
Kyle	What splendid grooming skills he has. And is he also caring for the horse next to his?
Huh? Kyle?		Syrene
Kyle	I think I’ll go talk to him. Excuse me for interrupting your work. I am Kyle, a knight from the kingdom of Renais.
I heard some new Heroes had been summoned. You’re one of them? My name is Kent. I am a knight in the service of House Caelin.		Kent
Kyle	I could not help noticing how good your brushing technique is. I am rather impressed. Even more so to see you caring for horses other than your fine steed.
Oh, well, my partner is a bit lacking in discipline, so I care for his horse alongside my own.		Kent
Kyle	I see. Then this happens often?
Yes. My partner’s name is Sain. He’s the type to spend most of his free time chasing women. He has no desire to rectify his ways, not even after coming to Askr.		Kent
Kyle	Do you find it difficult? Supporting Sir Sain this way?
It is not the first time I have had to clean up after him. To be honest, I do wish it was different sometimes. Still, he is effective on the battlefield. A knight can have pride in how they serve their master and their people.		Kent
Kyle	...
His attitude and way of life may not be worthy of praise, but I know I can trust him to have my back. So that’s why I handle things like this for him: so we can both be strong and focused on the battlefield.		Kent
Kyle	I see. Thank you. It was enlightening talking to you.

Kyle: Zealous Knight - S

Forde	I see... So you were talking about those things with knights from other worlds, huh?
Both were knights with strong ideals who worked hard to support their partners. I learned a lot from them.		Kyle
Forde	It seems every order of knights faces challenges. As long as things run smoothly, I suppose it all works out.
Is that really the message you came away with from what I just told you? You should take things seriously, and show pride as a knight of Renais, on and off the battlefield.		Kyle
Forde	I know that. Thanks to you, I’m fully prepared for anything, even in Askr. That’s what you’re saying, right? Fighting to support Prince Ephraim and Princess Eirika is the greatest pride of a knight of Renais. We can each continue to apply our strengths as we always have, to build up the Knights of Renais!
Indeed. To build up the Knights of Renais...		Kyle
Forde	Exactly! You’ve got it. I look forward to continuing to work with you!
That...is not my point at all. I already devote my strength to the Knights of Renais, on and off the battlefield. I am advising you to do the same, for the sake of the order, and start taking your duties more seriously!		Kyle
Forde	What a beautiful day it is. Dare I say the light is perfect! I should go find a subject to paint.
Hey! Don’t run from me. Listen, and listen well. Forde!		Kyle
Forde	Wow! You really do get tense about these things. Take a breath. Relax those shoulders a bit.
Maybe you should stop relaxing yours so much. Now... Stop! Wait! Forde!		Kyle

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In other languages

Language	Name
Japanese	想いよ強くあれ
German	Zum Schutze berufen
Spanish (Europe)	Devoción por proteger
Spanish (Latin America)	Devoción por proteger
French	Dévouée à la protection
Italian	Devota protezione
Traditional Chinese (Taiwan)	變強的決心
Portuguese	Devoção por proteger