Hope Held High

Hope Held High
Event Characters
Bonus Accessories
Start time	2023-12-07T07:00:00Z, 2024-10-02T07:00:00Z
End time	2023-12-21T06:59:59Z, 2024-10-10T06:59:59Z
Previous: Entrusted Hope Next: Crossing Paths

Availability

This Forging Bonds was made available on:

• 2023-12-07T07:00:00Z – 2023-12-21T06:59:59Z (Notification)
• 2024-10-02T07:00:00Z – 2024-10-10T06:59:59Z (Notification)

Rewards

Original run

Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward
10	Inigo's C Conversation	10	Severa's C Conversation	10	Laurent's C Conversation	10	Lucina'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	Inigo's B Conversation	300	Severa's B Conversation	300	Laurent's B Conversation	300	Lucina'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	Inigo's A Conversation	800	Severa's A Conversation	800	Laurent's A Conversation	800	Lucina'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	Inigo's S Conversation	1,500	Severa's S Conversation	1,500	Laurent's S Conversation	1,500	Lucina'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

Rerun

Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward
5	Inigo's C Conversation	5	Severa's C Conversation	5	Laurent's C Conversation	5	Lucina's C Conversation
15	50	15	50	15	50	15	50
25	300	25	300	25	300	25	300
35	50	35	50	35	50	35	50
50		50		50		50
75	50 1,500	75	50 1,500	75	50 1,500	75	50 1,500
100	10	100	10	100	10	100	10
125	50 1,500	125	50 1,500	125	50 1,500	125	50 1,500
150	Inigo's B Conversation	150	Severa's B Conversation	150	Laurent's B Conversation	150	Lucina's B Conversation
175	50 1,500	175	50 1,500	175	50 1,500	175	50 1,500
200	1	200	1	200	1	200	1
225	300	225	300	225	300	225	300
250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500
275	300	275	300	275	300	275	300
300	50 1,500	300	50 1,500	300	50 1,500	300	50 1,500
350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500
400	Inigo's A Conversation	400	Severa's A Conversation	400	Laurent's A Conversation	400	Lucina's A Conversation
450	300	450	300	450	300	450	300
500	10	500	10	500	10	500	10
550	300	550	300	550	300	550	300
600	5 1,500	600	5 1,500	600	5 1,500	600	5 1,500
650	300	650	300	650	300	650	300
700	300	700	300	700	300	700	300
750	Inigo's S Conversation	750	Severa's S Conversation	750	Laurent's S Conversation	750	Lucina's S Conversation
800	2	800	2	800	2	800	2
850	300	850	300	850	300	850	300
900	300	900	300	900	300	900	300
1,000	300	1,000	300	1,000	300	1,000	300
1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300
1,200	1,500	1,200	1,500	1,200	1,500	1,200	1,500
1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300
1,450	10	1,450	10	1,450	10	1,450	10
1,600	500	1,600	500	1,600	500	1,600	500
1,750	10	1,750	10	1,750	10	1,750	10

Special conversations

Hope Held High

Hope Held High - Opening

Lucina	Our mission is to put a stop to the rogues harassing this trade route. Laurent, Inigo, Severa—I'm sure you're still getting used to being in this world, but let's do our best.
The new world feels less strange with familiar faces by my side, so I'm at the ready.		Inigo
Laurent	This is a good opportunity to show the people of Askr how we fight.
It'll definitely be easier working with people I already know rather than with strangers, but... I'm worried about whether Inigo here is up to the task, since all he knows how to do is flirt.		Severa
Inigo	Hah! Harsh... See? It's just like being back home.
Heh. It does help ease the tension. Let's make use of that.		Laurent
Severa	All right! We can do this!
Look, there! The rogues have shown themselves.		Lucina
Severa	If that's all of them, I can handle them myself! Hyaaah!
Wait! In the brush—more enemies are lying in wait!		Laurent
Severa	Oh no!
YAAAH!		Lucina
Severa, are you all right?		Lucina
Severa	I am... Thank you. Some rogues, using ambush tactics like that!
We tried to tell you to hold off. Stay with us now.		Inigo
Laurent	We need to move! If we don't, we'll be surrounded!
Urgh... We made it through worse than this back in our time. These foes don't stand a chance...		Severa
Lucina	I'll handle these, Severa! Hraaah!
Lucina	Yaaahhh!
Keep it up! We're pushing them back! Hyaaahhh!		Severa
Laurent	That was close. We only made it through thanks to Lucina.
All's well that end's well—though I wasn't convinced it would end well at the start... But you've been reckless this entire mission, Severa. What's going on?		Inigo
Severa	Nothing! I just want to show them how strong we are...
"Them"? Who are you trying to show?		Laurent
Severa	Isn't it obvious? All the Heroes in Askr! There's no point to us being in this world if we're not strong—so I just wanted to show...we are.

Hope Held High - C

Inigo	Hey there, Severa. Spending time at the training grounds again?
Overtraining can wreak havoc on the body, so do try not to overdo it.		Laurent
Severa	And where have you two been out wandering to?
I’ve met with my mother... I lost her in our world, but she’s here—and she’s still young.		Inigo
Laurent	I’ve been doing the same. It’s an unusual circumstance... Severa, your mother was a pegasus knight, right? Cordelia?
Yes, that’s right... Everyone always said she was amazing, a prodigy... Being with her again is a reminder of just what an amazing person she really is.		Severa
Inigo	I’m glad you were able to see your mother here as well.
She must have a lot she could teach, no?		Laurent
Severa	Yes, there is much we could learn... But we’re still not strong enough. That much I know for certain. I’ve been fighting to get stronger since losing her in our time... No matter how I try, an ordinary person can never match up to a prodigy.
Don’t beat yourself up, Severa.		Inigo
Severa	I need to see result! The result of all my hard work needs to be more than...ordinary strength! I don’t want to be seen as useless compared to her... I can’t take that! So...I have to get stronger! And then I have to show this world how strong I can be!
Ah... I get it now. But why compete with your mother? My mother, Miriel, and I have been studying magic together. There are all sorts of texts worthy of study in Askr’s castle library. We go there virtually every day.		Laurent
Inigo	I’ve been practicing swordsmanship with my mother, Olivia—but we don’t compete, exactly. She’s also introduced me to dancers from other worlds... I’ve learned a new dance or two from them as well!
...Why do you all play nice with the person you’re supposed to one day overcome?!		Severa
Laurent	We...respect our mothers and acknowledge their skill. That’s why we train at their side.
You said yourself Cordelia is skilled, right? If you think so, you should train with her... But you don’t.		Inigo
Severa	That would be like acknowledging I’m not strong enough on my own! Ugh... I see how it’s going to be. I’ll just show the Order of Heroes how strong I am on my own then!
Severa! Wait!		Inigo
Laurent	She’s gone...
Ah, Inigo, Laurent...what happened? I just saw Severa stalking away with a grim look on her face.		Lucina
Inigo	About that...

Hope Held High - B

Lucina	This is where they gather before attacking travelers. We need to put a stop to them.
We were out of sync last time, so we had a poor showing... We’ll make up for it this time!		Inigo
Laurent	We shouldn’t have any trouble doing that.
The enemy’s guard is down, but our window is limited. I’m going on ahead!		Severa
Laurent	Severa! ...And there she goes, heading off alone again.
At least she’s consistent. As long as we keep up, it shouldn’t be an issue.		Inigo
Lucina	Right. Let’s get after her! She and I will form the vanguard!
I will follow behind and hold off any foes who approach from the rear!		Laurent
Inigo	I’ll be watching your backs as well!
W-wait a second! What are all of you doing following me so closely?! Don’t be reckless!		Severa
Lucina	We’re not being reckless. We’re adapting our approach.
What’s that supposed to mean?		Severa
Lucina	Inigo and Laurent told me what’s been troubling you, and...I need you to understand something, Severa.
And what’s that?		Severa
Lucina	Your mother, my father—that whole generation of Heroes is incredibly strong. But their strength is not founded on their individual power alone. They are strong because they work together.
...		Severa
Lucina	Working well with a team has little to do with one’s natural talent. It’s about faith in your comrades, about knowing that you have each other’s backs.
That’s right! If you want to show the Order our strength, working together is the best way to do it!		Inigo
Laurent	Indeed. Putting the strength of our bonds on display is the best way to demonstrate what we can do!
You...you... Of course! I was...testing you! I mean, I wanted you to recognize the power of working together... That’s why I was pushing myself!		Severa
Lucina	There! The enemy, Severa! We’ll take them together!
Right! Let’s go!		Severa

Hope Held High - A

Severa	Yaaahhh!
We were able to wrest control of the area back from those rogues. The road can be used without fear.		Laurent
Inigo	This is what working as one can accomplish!
...You’re right. Our victory is all thanks to you. So...th-thank you.		Severa
Lucina	What matters is that we’re all safe and unharmed. We were able to win thanks to our combined efforts.
Ever since I was summoned to Askr, I’ve been worried... What’s worried me most is that people might not need me if my mother was already here. What place would I have in the Order of Heroes if that were true?		Severa
Lucina	That won’t happen, Severa. You are your own unique person that no one could hope to imitate. This battle is just one example. You are the one who gave us the advantage we had.
It’s true. You drew our foes’ attentions and made my task much easier.		Laurent
Inigo	You looked like a hero from out of legend swinging your sword around so valiantly!
Wh-what’s gotten into you guys? I just ran in first—that’s all! That’s not nearly enough... I have to get stronger! If I lost my mother in this world too, I couldn’t take it.		Severa
Lucina	Ah... So that’s why you wanted to get stronger. You didn’t want to lose your mother. ...I understand that feeling well.
Having to part ways with her would be too much to bear...		Severa
Laurent	You really look up to Cordelia, don’t you, Severa?
Don’t say it like I’m dependent on her! I’m fine on my own!		Severa
Inigo	No need to be embarrassed. Part of working together is protecting those our companions cherish as well!
That’s right. And if we keep forming new bonds, we will soon be just as close to the rest of the Order as well. We do that, and we are certain to create a place for ourselves here.		Lucina
Severa	That’s about enough chitchat for me. I’ve got some training to get back to. No time to rest! Try to keep up!

Inigo: Flower Picker

Inigo: Flower Picker - C

Inigo	Hmm... The dancers’ training grounds should be somewhere around here. Mother said the Order of Heroes has a number of skilled dancers... I hope there are beautiful dancers as well. Oh! There! That must be them... Incredible! I didn’t know it was possible to move like that. I better make my move... *ahem* Hello there, ladies!
...Is he talking to us? He has good taste, at least. Heh.		Silvia
Tethys	Are you one of the Heroes who was just summoned?
Sorry I’m only just now able to introduce myself. I’m Inigo, and I’m a swordsman from Ylisse. It’s a pleasure to meet you.		Inigo
Silvia	I’m Silvia from Jugdral. Nice to meet you.
And I’m Tethys, from Magvel. What does a swordfighter from Ylisse want with us?		Tethys
Inigo	Actually, I wanted to ask if you could you teach me your dances...
Our dances?		Tethys
Silvia	Does this flirting technique usually work for you? You just want to get in close and touch us without getting in trouble, don’t you?!
N-no! I actually want to learn to dance. Not that I’m disinterested in everything you just said, but...		Inigo
Tethys	Fine then. Why not? Why don’t you start by showing us what you already know, hm?
Right. We can’t teach you if we don’t know what you can do. So, come on now, hurry up!		Silvia
Inigo	Fine...embarrassing as it may be...
Inigo	...How was that?
Honestly...		Silvia
Tethys	Better than expected! It’s clear that you weren’t lying to us about your interest in dance. But...
But what?		Inigo
Tethys	But you’re here in Askr, where there are so many dancers... You should make sure you’re learning the type of dance you really want to study, since you have the option!
That’s true! It’s a good idea to sample the other types of dances on offer.		Silvia
Tethys	There’s a dancer just summoned not too long ago... You might turn there first—for the latest style.
Really? That sounds great! I can’t wait to see what kind of dancer she is...		Inigo

Inigo: Flower Picker - B

Seadall	𝅘𝅥𝅮 Laa lalala laa... 𝅘𝅥𝅮
Incredible... That dance somehow glows with the light of the moon... even in daytime. Such long flowing hair, but...		Inigo
Seadall	I had a feeling you’d make your appearance soon! Inigo, yes? My name is Seadall. I’m a dancer from Solm. I was told I am to be your dance teacher, though I cannot say I am yet worthy of being called a master. Will that...be all right?
Of course! Looking forward to learning from you, Seadall. That said, I didn’t expect to be learning from a man...		Inigo
Seadall	Oh, I see! So, you would prefer a woman teach you? I have heard rumors you can be rather flirtatious.
No! That’s not it at all! I was just surprised, but it’s good. I heard back in your world, you were a famous dancer. Did you...always dance? Like, not just at festivals?		Inigo
Seadall	Of course. My job is to take to the field and inspire my allies onward with my dancing!
Really?! ...Wow! You’re living out my dream!		Inigo
Seadall	Is it really all that special?
This is the first time I’ve met a man who is also a dancer in their world. I...couldn’t be a dancer back in my world. I was told male dancers had too little an effect on troop morale...		Inigo
Seadall	*gasp* I see... With all due respect...that is such a waste. With your enthusiasm, I can tell you would make a wonderful dancer.
Thank you... Hearing you say that makes me feel like I really could be a dancer if I set my mind to it.		Inigo
Seadall	You could! Become the first male dancer in your world and show them. I will be your biggest cheerleader! Now then, let’s start practicing right away so your dream comes true... ...*gurgle*
Wh-what was that sound just now?		Inigo
Seadall	... Sorry. That was my stomach. I was hoping to be ready to teach you, and didn’t want to be digesting midlesson. So, it has been some time since I last ate—if I’m being honest.
Oh, you’re hungry! Why don’t we go get you something to settle your stomach before we start? I’d like to hear more about you and your world anyway. And I actually already spotted a few places with tasty-looking sweets.		Inigo
Seadall	R-really? I’d love to go! But wait... First, let me consult the cards. Spirit of the cards, is it wise to eat sweets before dancing, if you are really hungry?!
Huh. His mystique is slipping too... Well, whatever... I’m sure the two of us will be good friends.		Inigo

Inigo: Flower Picker - A

Inigo	𝅘𝅥𝅮 Laa lalala laa... 𝅘𝅥𝅮 Is that right, Seadall?
Strong footwork. I can’t believe you learned it so well so quickly! You’ll soon be better than I am at this rate!		Seadall
Inigo	You’ve taught me so much since your dance is so unlike anything in my world... Is it your own invention?
No... My teacher came up with that choreography.		Seadall
Inigo	What was you teacher like?
He was a kind man who took me in and raised me when I was orphaned. He was a caravan leader. I thought of him as my father. His dancing and long, flowing hair inspired me. I hoped to one day become an even better dancer than he was, but... He died protecting me before that could happen.		Seadall
Inigo	*gasp* So, you lost your teacher too... My mother was my teacher... She died protecting me from monsters called Risen.
Then both of our teachers are already among the stars. What an incredible coincidence.		Seadall
Inigo	Indeed...
Though I’ve heard your mother has been summoned here as a Hero. She may not be the mother you knew, but... I imagine she is equally skilled when it comes to dancing. Why not ask her to teach you again?		Seadall
Inigo	I...can’t.
Why not?		Seadall
Inigo	Because...if she teaches me, nothing I’ve done since she died will mean anything anymore. She died before she could teach me this one dance she knew, so I’ve been reinventing it on my own. I practice in front of her grave... I’ve created steps that would surely amaze her, but... I haven’t finished it yet. My dream is to one day complete it, so I can’t stop now. Even so, and even with all my practice, I haven’t been able develop a style of my own.
Developing your own style is no simple thing.		Seadall
Inigo	And I don’t seem to have the same talent for it my mother had.
I think you’ve got plenty of talent. ...La Fleur shows a flower that brings smiles to those that smell it. It tells me your dance is sure to make people smile one day..		Seadall
Inigo	I’m glad to hear it, but...I don’t feel worthy of such a fate yet.
Sometimes it is difficult to believe a truth no matter what you are told by someone who knows better... Someone who knows better... That’s it! I know who can tell you the truth so you’ll hear it.		Seadall
Inigo	Who’s that?
On the eve of the next crescent moon, visit the shoreline at the southeast edge of the lake.		Seadall
Inigo	...The lake? If you say so.
This world is full of mysteries and wonders beyond understanding. I’m sure you will appreciate it.		Seadall

Inigo: Flower Picker - S

Inigo	This is where Seadall told me to go... Who was he hoping I’d meet, I wonder? Ah, there’s someone dancing over there... They move with such grace, it reminds me of... Wait—Mother?!
Ah, there you are. Pleased to meet you...Inigo.		Inigo
Inigo	Y-you’re...ME?!
That’s right! Don’t look so shocked. It’s too strange being looked at like that by my mirror image...		Inigo
Inigo	What’s going on? Are you a version of me who...who was able to live out his dream?
I’d say you’re half right. I was summoned while in the middle of enjoying a dance festival. I wasn’t able to become a dancer in the true sense like the Heroes you learned from, but... When I came here, I was able to inspire allies on the battlefield for the first time.		Inigo
Inigo	I see! Even if it’s only for a festival, you’re amazing! There’s no way I could do what you just did!
You could! We’re the same person, remember? I am you.		Inigo
Inigo	*gasp*
It appears Seadall helped you get past the idea that men can’t be dancers, but... I get the feeling you haven’t totally let go of the idea that you’ll never be a dancer like Mother.		Inigo
Inigo	Well...
Just know that it is a baseless assumption. It’s not easy, fighting in a fallen world, jumping to the past, seeing Mother, and being able to live your dream.		Inigo
Inigo	I was happy to see her dance again. So, so happy... But it was hard, having lost her once. And seeing her dance...was even more beautiful than I remembered. I’ll never reach that level.
Not if you spend your time pitying yourself. Your dream isn’t out of your reach—you need to try for it. Trust me. You can become a great dancer with time. I’m living proof, aren’t I?		Inigo
Inigo	Yes... More proof than anything. I believe you... One day, I will be able to dance like you.
That’s the spirit! But I want you to dance BETTER than me, not just LIKE me. Even I’m only half as good as Mother!		Inigo
Inigo	Oh... Right! I better get to work then!
Let’s both become fine dancers, and keep on dancing even when we return to our own worlds! But I could use a little break before starting up again. Would you care to—		Inigo
Inigo	Care to join me for a cup of tea? ...Hah. Of course.
Hah! Just as I ought to expect from the likes of me!		Inigo
Inigo	I’ve asked many people out to tea, but asking myself out is a new one.
Tell me everything. Let’s figure out how our lives have been different and how they’ve been the same. All of it! And after that...let’s dance!		Inigo

Severa: Secret Dreamer

Severa: Secret Dreamer - C

Ash	Well, if it isn’t Selena! How good to see you! Such lovely weather today and now...
...		Severa
Ash	Hmm? Is something amiss? You look displeased... Are you unwell?
I can’t believe this! Listen, you! My name is SEVERA. Severa. From Ylisse! This is the fifth time today that someone’s called me the wrong name! What’s going on here?!		Severa
Ash	Oh! I am terribly sorry... The two of you look very similar from the back. I was mistaken. That was incredibly rude of me. Might I humbly ask for your forgiveness?
No need for such a fancy apology. Just pay more attention from now on.		Severa
Ash	I solemnly swear, it will never happen again. Now then, I must be off!
Good grief. Who is this Hero “Selena” anyway? We must be twins if this many people are getting us mixed up. No, no way! It’s not like Heroes this cute just wander in every day! And if she’s a different version of me, surely we’d have the same name... Hmm...		Severa
...Well, I think that just about sums everything up.		Severa
Brady	All right... That’s why you came to me?
Obviously. So if you know anything, you better spit it out, Society Member Number Two!		Severa
Brady	Huh? Society Member number...? Oh right, “The Society” of somethin’ or other... I forgot.
Hey, focus! We have to keep the S&B Society strong even here so cynics like us can build a better future!		Severa
Brady	Yeah, yeah. Whatever you say. I think we got a little off the rails here. You wanna know about this ”Selena,” right? To tell ya the truth, I don’t know much about her either.
Seriously?! This whole conversation is useless. This is why you chose to be Society Member Number Two.		Severa
Brady	I didn’t CHOOSE at all! Anyway, even I called her “Severa” when I first saw her.
Wow... To be utterly blind AND completely useless! You’re so pitiful I could cry.		Severa
Brady	Cut it out! I don’t need your “pity.” Besides, I might’ve imagined it but... seemed to me she responded for a second when I called her Severa. It’s weird, but I kinda feel like she’s avoiding me too...
She probably just can’t stand to look at you. But I can’t believe that we actually look that much alike.		Severa
Brady	Oh, there’s a resemblance. Even I wouldn’t be blown away if someone told me you were sisters.
There’s no way we’re that similar. Two heroes walking around looking this good is unfathomable!		Severa
Brady	What’s unfathomable is how you’ve survived this long with that big head of yours...
Now I’m even more intrigued. I won’t rest until I see this “Selena” with my own two eyes!		Severa

Severa: Secret Dreamer - B

Severa	There she is! Hey! You there, wait! You’re Selena, right?
That voice... So it’s finally happened. I figured you’d be summoned to Askr sooner or later. Well? Is there something you want from me?		Selena
Severa	*gasp* We... We really do look alike. I mean... “Alike” is an understatement. It’s like I’m looking in a mirror! No, no way it’s exact. I’m definitely prettier!
What are you mumbling about? Never mind, I can probably come up with a fair guess.		Selena
Severa	Right, Selena! I’m going to get straight to the point!
Finally. What is it?		Selena
Severa	Are you me from a different world? You must be. That’s the only explanation for it!
No comment. I absolutely refuse to discuss such topics at this time.		Selena
Severa	I didn’t realize you were so stingy! How could it possibly hurt to tell me?
I’m serious, no means no. Some secrets are best left undisturbed. Like, for example... You’re harsh on your mother and friends and want them to think you’re snarky, but you actually love them all.		Selena
Severa	Wh-what! Who do you think you are?! You’re way off your base there. Never, not once, have I thought like that!
Sure... Let’s go with that. Either way, there’s nothing I can tell you. Goodbye now.		Selena
Severa	Hey! Don’t just run off! Now I’m gonna be stuck here in suspense!
Phew... That was a close one. Sorry, other me... There’s still some things I have to do.		Selena

Severa: Secret Dreamer - A

Severa	...And that’s pretty much everything. What’s her problem, anyway? Acting all mysterious and wise just ‘casue she happens to have my face?
That is pretty strange... I wonder if any of this explains why she’s avoiding me too.		Brady
Severa	No one cares about that!
Well, I do...		Brady
Severa	The issue is our faces are practically identical, even if she’s obviously not as cute as me. And my supreme cuteness is all I have over my mother!
Uhh... I should really go into town to pick up that tea... Maybe I’ll stop by that shop Jakob told me about...		Brady
Severa	Hey! I wasn’t finished yet, Society Member Number Two!
Oww! You can’t just go yankin’ me around like that!		Brady
Severa	Having another Hero walking around with my face cuts my value in half! And, it’s a crisis for Askr itself!
Now, hold on just a minute. In what world do we jump from your face value to a crisis for Askr?		Brady
Severa	It affects my motivation! If I start getting all depressed because of this, it could hurt my battle performance! Plus, if my cute self starts looking all sad, it will probably affect the morale of the Order of Heroes! Thus, we have a crisis for Askr! Surely, even you can wrap your brain around that much, right?
I’m guessing we’re not gonna get anywhere till I say yes, so... Sure, I completely understand this super-important, complex issue of yours.		Brady
Severa	We’re feeling awfully high and mighty for being Member Number Two, huh? You can’t possibly know how I feel!
Quite a strange turn of events we have here.		Selena
Severa	You! What are you doing here?!
Well... I wanted to discuss some things with you. Would it be better if I came back later?		Selena
Severa	So be it. I guess I’ll hear you out.

Severa: Secret Dreamer - S

Selena	I’m sorry for dodging all your questions. I’m sure that made you wonder about me even more.
So are you planning on telling me any time soon?		Severa
Selena	I’m sorry, but I can’t. I have an important task to complete, and it’s an important situation to explain. But I hope you believe me when I say I have no wish to upset you.
Hmm... Not sure why, but somehow I can sense you’re being honest. Now, I’ll be wondering why I can tell that... Ugh, fine! I believe you. I’ll stop pestering you about it. It’s not like I even cared that much anyway.		Severa
Selena	Thank you! Now that that’s settled, I have a proposal for you.
Go on...		Severa
Selena	What if we made our own exclusive club here in Askr? Maybe... The S&S Society?
Huh... The S&S Society.		Severa
Selena	We’ll bring our brand of Sweetness with just a hint of Sass to the Order of Heroes! Together, we’ll be so adorable no one will ever even get close to matching it.
Uhh... Hey, Selena? Askr is kinda busy with a ton of actual issues, so I dunno if now’s the time to focus on—		Brady
Severa	Of COURSE! The S&S Society! What a brilliant idea! I’m in!
What? Now you think this is a good idea?!		Brady
Severa	Relax, you big lug! Of course I’ll still serve in my full capacity as CEO of the S&B Society. But I’m going to have everyone paying attention to the Order of Heroes with this S&S Society!
The Society stuff is whatever. I’m just surprised you two are actually goin’ forward with this.		Brady
Severa	Why are you making that ridiculous face? Ohh, I get it... You want to join the S&S Society, too, huh? I hate to have to break it to you, but with that face, you just don’t reach our required level of cute!
Ha! Don’t worry about me, ya mope! I wouldn’t dream of joinin’ your ”cute” club.		Brady
Severa	Perfect. In that case, I have much to do! I must refine my sweet side!
I know about some great cosmetics! Should we go pick some up together, Severa?		Selena
Severa	Ooo! You mean it? I’d love to. I’m still new here, so you’re going to have to tell me about all the best shops!
You got it! After, would you want to stop in the jewelry shop? Oh! And maybe the sweet shop too?		Selena
Severa	That sounds great! The legendary S&S Society begins today!
W-wait! Severa! Selena! Good grief... Who exactly thought those two would be good for Askr?		Brady

Laurent: The Elucidator

Laurent: The Elucidator - C

Anna	Thanks for all the help, Laurent. My shop’s shipshape thanks to you!
Hardly. We’ve only just started to see signs of improvement. You supply the Order of Heroes, yes? Yet your stock is overflowing.		Laurent
Anna	It’s convenient to have plenty of things on hand, though. Isn’t it? Take this pot! It’s perfect for popping right on your noggin like a helmet.
Only one Hero would even consider doing that. Well, I do believe we have uncovered why it is that you’re just barely turning a profit...		Laurent
Jorge	I’ve heard tales of your discerning eye and talent for management, but you’re something else! It’s going to be a lot easier to balance the budget thanks to you.
Balancing the budget is far from your only worry. Take your system for managing the inventory... I just took a look at what you call ”the books,” and it’s nigh impossible to match them to...this.		Laurent
Anna	Oh, that comes with time. Spend a day or three in the shop, and you’ll be able to find anything!
It’s not just an issue of finding things, but of managing the stock amidst this clutter. Let’s do better, shall we? For a start, take a look at the ledger...		Laurent
Jorge	What’s that say? Oh, cosmetics! A popular category with many Heroes, you’ll be pleased to hear.
Popular? Perhaps. But overstocked as well, I believe. I’ll be looking into this, I assure you.		Laurent

Laurent: The Elucidator - B

Laurent	Charlotte, good. I do appreciate your taking the time to meet with me.
Not at all! Tell me, what did you want to talk about?		Charlotte
Laurent	Cosmetics. Notably, those supplied by the Askr Branch of the Ylisse Division of Anna & Company.
Oh, my, yes! I am grateful that Anna stocks so many fine things.		Charlotte
Laurent	I’ll be sure to let her know. But that is not the crux of it. I’ve looked at the books, and it seems you consume rather a lot of them.
Oh? I do?		Charlotte
Laurent	The Order of Heroes’ budget does have it’s limits, I’m afraid. In fact, those limits have been breached. Do you think you might reduce the quantity of cosmetic supplies you request? Of course, you may purchase as much as you wish with your own funds. But the Order, well...
Cut down, you mean.		Charlotte
Laurent	I do realize that makeup can have wonderful effects on the mood— even boosting battle efficacy. But there are limits to how big a bill the Order can foot.
Oh, I’m so sorry.		Charlotte
Laurent	I am sorry as well—to ask this of you. It would help us a lot, however, if you could find a way to be more frugal.
I’ll do what I can. Laurent, you know... You seem like a serious, diligent man. If you don’t mind... Tell me a little bit about yourself. Start with your family, please.		Charlotte
Laurent	Where to start... We’re a family of scholars, since my grandmother’s day. I suppose that’s it, really.
...Scholars, not nobility. But scholars invent things... That can be a jackpot.		Charlotte
Laurent	What was that?
Oh, nothing. Nothing at all! Looking forward to spending more time with you in the future, Laurent!		Charlotte
Laurent	And I, you. I do appreciate your taking the time to meet with me today.

Laurent: The Elucidator - A

Anna	Hey, Laurent... You asked Charlotte to cut back on the cosmetics, right?
Indeed. We met and I explained the seriousness of the issue to our war effort.		Laurent
Anna	All right. Thing is...she hasn’t cut back her order at all. Numbers don’t lie!
What?		Laurent
Jorge	Hmm. You’re right. It’s the same as before. Actually...it looks like she bumped up the latest order.
It appears so. Please excuse me. I must attend to an urgent matter.		Laurent
I felt that we had reached an understanding when we spoke the other day. You did not decrease your cosmetics order. No, you, in point of fact, increased it!		Laurent
Charlotte	Oh, I’m so sorry. It seems I just overlooked something. Silly me!
Silly or not, this issue remains unresolved. You must understand that Askr is embroiled in a conflict with no end in sight. All us receive a stipend to cover necessary expenses, drawn from the taxes the Askrans pay.		Laurent
Charlotte	*sigh*
Even the princess and the queen themselves are quite frugal, I am told. And they are royalty! You must consider your position here.		Laurent
Charlotte	*growl*
What was that?		Laurent
Charlotte	Pompous fool! You’re delivering this ridiculous lecture... Can you even hear yourself?
What?		Laurent
Charlotte	What choice do I have? I need to hurry up and reel in a rich and powerful sucker! My parents aren’t getting any younger, are they? Well, are they? My hair and skin have to be pristine! I’m competing with the crème de la crème of nobility, here!
I...		Laurent
Charlotte	I’m well aware that Askr is in a tough situation! That’s why I put my life on the line! What’s wrong with a little pampering? Agh!
...		Laurent
Charlotte	Oh, my! What’s gotten into me? I must have been bitten by an evil little fairy. Hee-hee! Silly me! I’ve just remembered something urgent I simply must attend to. If you’ll excuse me...
Hmm. I understand now. Please, Charlotte, wait.		Laurent

Laurent: The Elucidator - S

Laurent	Charlotte. I noticed that your demeanor changed just now. Was that the real you?
*gasp* Well, I guess there’s no need to keep up the charade if the cat’s out of the bag. Yep, that’s me.		Charlotte
Laurent	Aha.
Not much of a reaction. Could it be that you’re still processing this shocking development?		Charlotte
Laurent	Indeed, no. In point of fact, I have an ally who is of similar constitution. She hid her true self as a compromise with the world.
I guess there are people all across the realms with similar minds.		Charlotte
Laurent	It means that I do , in some small way, understand the challenge you face. You need these cosmetics to live in a way that is true to yourself. And you need them to fight, as surely as I need my tome.
...		Charlotte
Laurent	Forget about the budget. I’ll figure something out.
Really? You mean it?		Charlotte
Laurent	But in return, I shall expect the utmost in effort from you in battle. Even more than before. If you can excel in battle, I shall have no cause for complaint. Shall I?
So you DO get it! I had thought you were some lofty scholar, arrogant and stubborn. But you’re actually pretty reasonable!		Charlotte
Laurent	How is it you ever managed to form such an opinion, I wonder...
You know, I’m grateful. Let me know if you need my help—I owe you one.		Charlotte
Laurent	Is that so? I do have a request—an immediate one. That splendid show of rage earlier...
Splendid?		Charlotte
Laurent	The way you said “pompous fool” had a particular richness. Perhaps you can adopt an even harsher tone next time. Well, then. Without further ado...
Off he goes. Just when I thought he might be all right... Is he some kind of weirdo?		Charlotte

Lucina: Fate's Resolve

Lucina: Fate's Resolve - C

Lucina	Father, I’m so glad I get to see you! I’ve heard wonderful things about the work you’ve done here in Askr.
Oh, Lucina! You look exceptionally strong. Must be putting in some hard work.		Chrom
Lucina	R-really? It might just be this big armor making me look tougher...
Say, why don’t we take advantage of this rare opportunity to spar?		Chrom
Lucina	Spar...with you?!
It sounds far more exciting than just a simple exchange of words, don’t you think?		Chrom
Lucina	Of course! I’d love to!
Lucina	Phew... Thank you. That was a great test of my skills.
Mine as well! I worked up a good sweat too.		Chrom
Lucina	So, um... Do you have any feedback on my form?
Well... To be honest, I didn’t expect to see such remarkable growth. Your movement, your strategy... I was completely caught off-guard.		Chrom
Lucina	R-really? It took everything I had just to keep up with you...
I can sense the inherent power of your axe, but that power must make it difficult to wield. And yet you handle it well. It’s easy to see the positive results of your hard work.		Chrom
Lucina	Thank you... It means so much to hear that from you.
There’s no need to be so humble. You might even have me outmatched in a serious fight!		Chrom
Lucina	No way! I still have so much to learn... I want to keep training while I’m in Askr so I can catch up to you.

Lucina: Fate's Resolve - B

Fjorm	I see... It must have felt wonderful to receive such praise from your father.
It felt very affirming, and yet... At the same time, sparring with him made me starkly aware of our difference in strength. I still have a long way to go.		Lucina
Fjorm	Hehe, you’re the same as ever. So you’ve been at the training grounds all day to hone your skills?
Yes. It seems I have yet to master this axe. I need to train more to have complete control over it. Hya!		Lucina
Hyaaah!		Lucina
Haaah!		Lucina
Bartre	Oho! You, there! You wield that glorious axe with a warrior’s spirit!
I appreciate the praise. I am Lucina of Ylisse. Who might you be?		Lucina
Bartre	Bartre. Just a follower of the way of the axe. I love ‘em, and they love me right back! The fire in your eyes, the way you focus with every swing... You’re a special one, I can tell!
Um, thank you.		Lucina
Bartre	Lemme share something with you since you’re so passionate about axe-wielding! There’s a group here in Askr that’d be perfect for you! Let me know if you’re interested in taking your skills to the next level!
I appreciate the invitation, but I’m just a beginner with the axe. I would like to start by mastering the basics first.		Lucina
Bartre	Gahaha! Not wanting to neglect the basics, eh? Got a good head on your shoulders. I knew you were special! Well, invitation’s always open, so track me down when you’re ready to join! Same goes for you, Princess Fjorm!
Oh, y-yes! I’ll keep that in mind, thank you.		Fjorm
Bartre	Well, I’m off! See ya! Gahaha!

Lucina: Fate's Resolve - A

Fjorm	The group Bartre was talking about is called CHOP. It’s for Heroes who use axes in battle. Bartre is also the group’s leader.
A gathering of warriors who wield axes... How interesting. I’d like to pay them a visit once I’m closer to mastering my Arcane Þrima.		Lucina
Fjorm	They’re all kind people, so I’m sure you would be welcomed anytime.
Hm...		Lucina
Fjorm	Princess Lucina? Is something troubling you?
It’s just... There’s something I think I need to do before joining CHOP.		Lucina
Fjorm	It must be important. May I ask what it is?
It’s about something that happened long before I came to Askr. I took the name Marth and wore it as my own in the fight against the Fell Dragon. It is the name of the legendary Hero-King who had once saved the world. I needed to hide my identity from my father because of the unusual circumstances of my arrival. So I wore a mask to conceal my identity and took the name of the legendary Hero... And so I became Marth.		Lucina
Fjorm	Do you mean the hero of Archanea? That Prince Marth?
You know him? I see... So he is also in the Order of Heroes. I have been thinking about this ever since I came to Askr... If the Hero-King Marth is in this world too, I would like to apologize to him for misusing his name.		Lucina
Fjorm	Even in your Ylisse, Prince Marth is a near-mythical figure, then. You chose to use his name because of his legendary reputation, correct? Surely he wouldn’t be offended...
The fact remains that I borrowed his identity without permission. I would like to apologize directly, but he’s so...heroic. It will be difficult to work up the courage to speak to him.		Lucina
???	I understand that struggle all too well.
In that case, why don’t we come with you?		???
Lucina	Huh? W-wait, you’re—

Lucina: Fate's Resolve - S

Fjorm	Pardon me, Prince Marth. Could I ask for a moment of your time?
Of course, Princess Fjorm. Oh, who is this you have with you?		Marth
Lucina	H-hello! We’re...
From Ylisse.		Lucina
Lucina	Our name is Lucina!
We came here...		Lucina
Lucina	So that we could meet you...
And apologize in person.		Lucina
Marth	Apologize? But we’ve only just met.
Well, actually...		Lucina
Marth	I see... So you fought using my name to save the world from a horrible future. I can only imagine what a difficult battle it was. But you persevered and fought to the very end. That’s quite admirable!
What? But I, um, we...stole your identity for our own goals. You were known across the continent as the symbol of hope itself, a great and deeply revered hero. To borrow such an important name in a moment of desperation is not some small transgression.		Lucina
Marth	Haha, come now, you’re being far too hard on yourself. I’ve never thought of myself as some great hero anyway. I just put everything I had into the struggles before me with the help of my friends. Isn’t that how you overcame your own troubles?
Well, I suppose...		Lucina
Marth	I am happy to hear that my name was enough to inspire hope in people of the distant future. Actually, I’d like to thank you. Thank you for using my name as a beacon of hope. I am honored.
Wh-what? Hero-King...		Lucina
Fjorm	Oh, how wonderful! I’m so relieved. Aren’t you, Lucina?
Yes... I didn’t quite realize how heavy a weight that had become on my shoulders until it was lifted. I thank you from the bottom of my heart, Hero-King Marth!		Lucina
Marth	I hope we can all move on from the past. What’s important now is that we fight together for Askr as comrades!
Of course! I’ll devote myself even more to my training so I might make you proud!		Lucina
Lucina	We will all do so, with shared spirit.
I will hold you to your word, then!		Marth
Marth	Blast! I hid behind this pillar for too long and missed my opportunity. I...should have told him I’m sorry too. Oh well...

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Language	Name
Japanese	掲げし希望と共に
German	Große Hoffnung
Spanish (Europe)	Grandes expectativas
Spanish (Latin America)	Grandes expectativas
French	De grands espoirs
Italian	Salda speranza
Traditional Chinese (Taiwan)	與宣揚的希望同在
Portuguese	Grandes esperanças