Keepers of Faith

This page is about the Forging Bonds. For the New Heroes Summoning Event, see New Heroes: Keepers of Faith.

Keepers of Faith
Event Characters
Bonus Accessories
Start time	2021-08-17T07:00:00Z, 2022-05-26T07:00:00Z
End time	2021-08-31T06:59:59Z, 2022-06-03T06:59:59Z
Previous: Dawning Reality Next: Abyssal Light

Availability

This Forging Bonds event was made available:

• 2021-08-17T07:00:00Z – 2021-08-31T06:59:59Z (Notification)
• 2022-05-26T07:00:00Z – 2022-06-03T06:59:59Z (Notification)

Rewards

Original run

Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward
10	Marth's C Conversation	10	Marianne's C Conversation	10	Gatekeeper's C Conversation	10	Eirika'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	Marth's B Conversation	300	Marianne's B Conversation	300	Gatekeeper's B Conversation	300	Eirika'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	Marth's A Conversation	800	Marianne's A Conversation	800	Gatekeeper's A Conversation	800	Eirika'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	Marth's S Conversation	1,500	Marianne's S Conversation	1,500	Gatekeeper's S Conversation	1,500	Eirika'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	Marth's C Conversation	5	Marianne's C Conversation	5	Gatekeeper's C Conversation	5	Eirika'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	Marth's B Conversation	150	Marianne's B Conversation	150	Gatekeeper's B Conversation	150	Eirika'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	Marth's A Conversation	400	Marianne's A Conversation	400	Gatekeeper's A Conversation	400	Eirika'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	Marth's S Conversation	750	Marianne's S Conversation	750	Gatekeeper's S Conversation	750	Eirika'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

Keepers of Faith

Keepers of Faith - Opening

English・Japanese

Annaアンナ	We've got trouble! We just received a report from one of our guards! Mjölnir's forces are on the march! The hammer of the gods is coming down on our heads!		大変よ...！ 今、見張りの兵から報告が入ったの！ 裁きの神槌... ミョルニルの軍勢が 再び動き出したらしいわ！
What?! Mjölnir? But how...		本当ですか...！？		Alfonseアルフォンス
Eirikaエイリーク	Mjölnir, is it... I heard mention of its name when I was summoned to this world...		ミョルニル...。 この世界に召喚されたとき 【Summoner】さんから その存在を伺いました。
The god Thórr advances on Askr, leading her army to lay siege on us. That is indeed trouble.		戦神トール率いる軍勢が アスク王国に迫っているのだね。		Marthマルス
Annaアンナ	Reports describe a massive army, extending the width of the horizon, all bearing down on us.		ええ。 地平を埋め尽くすほどの大軍勢が、 私たちの国を滅ぼそうとしてくる...
How terrible... This Thórr is nothing like our goddess.		なんて無慈悲な... 私たちの主とは正反対の振る舞い...		Marianneマリアンヌ
Alfonseアルフォンス	We must make for Midgard's Shield, to the south. There we will find treasures gathered from other worlds. We can use those relics to resist Thórr. That is the last stronghold that can withstand Mjölnir's forces. If they do break through...we're finished.		僕たちはこれから 南にある秘宝砦に向かう。 そこには異界より集められた 秘宝が眠っているんだ。 彼らに抗することができる遺産がね。 そこがミョルニルを受け止める最後の砦。 突破されれば...アスク王国に明日はない。
Prince Alfonse! I-I'm no Hero—in fact, guarding gates is about the closest I get to any heroics...but still! I want to lend my aid to defend the gates of Midgard's Shield!		アルフォンス王子...！ じ、自分は英雄ではなく できることは門を守ることくらい。 なので、秘宝砦の門を守るため 力添えさせていただきます...！		Gatekeeper門番
Alfonseアルフォンス	Thank you. We'll be happy to have your assistance.		ありがとう。その申し出 喜んで受けさせてもらうよ。
We must mobilize every Hero we can. Prince Marth, all of you, I know you were only just summoned, but... we need your help!		動ける英雄を総動員するわ。 召喚されたばかりで悪いけど マルス王子たちにも力を貸してもらうわよ！		Annaアンナ
Marthマルス	Of course. That is what we were summoned to this world to do.		もちろんだよ。 ぼくたちはそのために この世界に呼ばれたのだからね。
I will pray the goddess grants us the strength to endure whatever comes our way...		主が...私たちの背中を 支えてくれることを祈りましょう...		Marianneマリアンヌ
Eirikaエイリーク	We must not let the sun set on Askr... Not without fighting with everything we have first!		守りましょう、この国の未来を...！

Keepers of Faith - C

English・Japanese

Annaアンナ	Get this equipment to the north gate! Confirm our stock of weapons and armor while you’re at it! Report any problem areas to Merlinus! He will see to getting the issue addressed.
The Heroes defending the east gate are early in position.				Marthマルス
Annaアンナ	Already? Wonderful! Thank you! I guess there’s reason they call you the Hero-King. Your knack for leadership really is something you ought to be proud of... I certainly would be!
Princess Eirika joined me, and her ability to rouse the spirit of those around her is what made it possible.				Marthマルス
Annaアンナ	Well, incredible work to the both of you. Now, I see more equipment has just arrived. I’ll leave it to you!
This flurry of activity is almost overwhelming...				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	Yes, they certainly move with a sense of urgency. I can feel the tension in the air so strongly, I’m trembling!
...				Eirikaエイリーク
Marthマルス	Is something the matter, Princess Eirika?
I was reminded of a conversation I once had with my brother...				Eirikaエイリーク
Marthマルス	Your brother... Ephraim, correct? Prince of Renais?
That’s right. In times like these, it can often feel that the only constant in this world is war. No matter the age, the fighting never seems to cease... In our past, when monsters roamed the land, people would ride out to fight them... And when there were no monsters, the people would instead turn their weapons on each other.				Eirikaエイリーク
Marianneマリアンヌ	...
Even though people know it is foolish to wage war, they continue to do so, again and again. And why? Image what we could accomplish if we worked together rather than against one another...				Eirikaエイリーク
Marthマルス	As someone who has seen their fair share of battles, I know well what you mean.
But now, our foe wields power only available to the gods... Don’t we have to fight if we’re to have any hope of surviving? What other choice do we have?				Marianneマリアンヌ
Marthマルス	You’re right, Marianne. As Princess Eirika said, the battle we face may seem unending and hopeless... However, if we do not draw our blades and meet our foe, hope is lost all the same. If we must defeat a god to ensure the future of this kingdom, we will do as is required of us.
We must prepare ourselves for the fight that lies ahead.				Eirikaエイリーク
Marthマルス	For now, we focus on surviving Mjölnir’s onslaught. Let nothing distract you from that!
R-right!				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	Nothing will get past me!

Keepers of Faith - B

English・Japanese

Gatekeeper門番	Ugh... Knowing a god’s forces are bearing down on us is absolutely nerve-racking...
...				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	Is something wrong, Marianne? That expression on your face isn’t doing my nerves any good either... I-I’m sure everything will be all right! Reports are that attacks on the west gate are not as severe as expected.
It’s just that...ever since I was young, I’ve seemed to attract misfortune... But...this is no time to become caught up in the past. I have to do everything I can to help...				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	Yes, even if it costs me my life, I swear to defend this ga— Huh?! That cloud, on the horizon... Is it my imagination or does it appear to be headed this way?
...I-it’s a dust cloud! It must be the enemy forces on the march—an incredible number of troops...				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	Oh no... Have we been outmaneuvered?
We have so few Heroes positioned to defend this gate... Until some relief arrives, it will be up to us to hold them off, goddess willing!				Marianneマリアンヌ
Gatekeeper門番	It’s all we can do for now!
Gatekeeper門番	Y-you! You won’t get past this gate! Not on my watch! ...I wish I’d grabbed a sharper lance before being summoned from the monastery.
...				Thórrトール
Gatekeeper門番	Eeek! Wh-who is that?! That pillar of muscle towering over the rest...
A single soldier guarding the front... Have the Midgard forces been so exhausted, they can do no better? ...Or is it that they have so little respect for the hammer of the gods?				Thórrトール
Gatekeeper門番	...It can’t be! That, the one leading Mjölnir... Is that Thórr herself? The god of war—here?!
Only the chose few can withstand the might of Mjölnir... Name yourself, soldier. How is it you justify to yourself standing against me?				Thórrトール
Gatekeeper門番	I-I can’t even look in your eyes without trembling out of control, but even so... I justify my standing here because... it is the whole reason I am here. My duty is to protect the gate!
Step aside, unless you would rather be broken along with this gate.				Thórrトール

Keepers of Faith - A

English・Japanese

Gatekeeper門番	Hhhrrgg...
Stay down.				Thórrトール
Marianneマリアンヌ	Oh no! Gatekeeper! I can’t reach you—there are too many of them!
Owww... Everything hurts... But...I cannot...allow you to get past this gate!				Gatekeeper門番
Thórrトール	Even in your current sorry state, you still keep the gate?
Heh... Keeping gates is all I know. This gate protects the hopes and dreams of those on the other side. And so...I will stand until my legs give out beneath me!				Gatekeeper門番
Thórrトール	... Please forgive any disrespect I may have paid you. I was mistaken. You are a Hero of true strength indeed. As such, I will cease my patronizing and approach you as a worthy adversary–with my full strength...
G-guh... Everything is...going dark. Is this...the end?				Gatekeeper門番
Marianneマリアンヌ	Stay with me, Gatekeeper! ...Look! Reinforcements! Prince Marth and Princess Eirika have arrived!
Ah... That’s...good. Then, the gate is in...good hands...				Gatekeeper門番
Marianneマリアンヌ	Gatekeeper! ...Gatekeeper?!
Huh. So the reinforcements arrived and we managed to hold the west gate, then? Glad to hear it.				Gatekeeper門番
Alfonseアルフォンス	It’s all thanks to you standing firm against impossible odds. Please, allow me to express my gratitude on behalf of the people of Askr.
N-no! Th-that’s much too much! You don’t need to do all that! I was only doing my job!				Gatekeeper門番
Marthマルス	Separately, each of us has only so much strength. Together, though, our gathered force knows no equal. You are a great Hero and deserve recognition as someone who stood firm face to face with a god!
I— Thank you so much. To hear something like that...and from the Hero-King himself...it’s too much! But as a Hero, I henceforth pledge to use what meager ability I have to offer aid to the Order of Heroes!				Gatekeeper門番
Eirikaエイリーク	More battles awaits...but hope remains on the horizon. With that as our guide, we will fight toward it, for the people and the future of Askr.
Even if we find ourselves standing against a god once again... We can rely on the goddess and other righteous gods to lend us their strength to counter our foes. I have faith we can keep the hopes and dreams of the people safe from whatever threats may come.				Marianneマリアンヌ

Marth: Prince of Light

Marth: Prince of Light - C

Fjorm	Prince Marth, thank you very much! You really were a huge help in the battle just now.
I’m glad I could be of assistance, but I did not do anything to deserve such praise. This victory was gained through the strengths of every Hero who lent us their aid.		Marth
Fjorm	But you were the one who brought us all together. Your encouragement made it feel like victory was assured. It is an honor to battle alongside one so renowned across so many worlds. You truly are a Hero among Heroes!
That is kind of you to say, Princess Fjorm, but surely you are exaggerating.		Marth
Fjorm	No, not at all! The more I learn about you, the deeper my respect for you becomes, Prince Marth. For the sake of your people, you threw yourself into a war with only a few allies at your side... And with each battle, you gathered more allies to your cause. It’s almost like...something from a fairy tale!
Fjorm	Ah... I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to call the battles you risked your life in a fairy tale...
Oh, no! It is nothing to be sorry about, Princess Fjorm. But, you see... I did not survive those battles because of any great skill or merit of my own. It was the people around me... My allies. My friends. They were the ones who brought about our victory.		Marth

Marth: Prince of Light - B

Marth	There are some who refer to me as the Hero-King... However, I do not believe I am truly worthy of such a grand title.
Why is that?		Fjorm
Marth	Peace only returned to the continent because of the strength of all of my allies, and the blood they shed. We all fought to reform the world we lived in and forge a path for its future. Their conviction brought peace. My role was simply to become a banner they could all rally behind.
But then...wasn’t everyone following your lead as you pressed forward?		Fjorm
Marth	If they did, I am glad it was only my back they saw. I’m certain my face would have betrayed the fear I felt.
No, I... I doubt that is what they would have seen, Prince Marth. They trusted you...		Fjorm
Marth	...That’s true, and I can never thank them enough for it. But had it been you in my stead... I have no doubt you would be the one whose name was passed down into legends. You also desire peace, and care deeply for your companions. You have a gentle heart, Princess Fjorm.
I-I am...honored to hear such kind words!		Fjorm
Marth	Well then, I will see you for training tomorrow. Be sure to get some rest.
... Prince Marth... Although he holds great renown as a Hero, he is still such a kind and modest person... That must be why he is so beloved by his allies... I need to work even harder to follow his example!		Fjorm

Marth: Prince of Light - A

Marth	Princess Fjorm, it looks as if your training has borne some fruit. The team you led today moved splendidly. Alfonse had nothing but praise for them as well.
Thank you, Prince Marth. ...Though, in truth, I was merely imitating the leadership you displayed in the battle the other day.		Fjorm
When to push forward, when to pull back... Finding a formation that complemented my allies’ strengths... There is still so much I would like to learn from you, Prince Marth. This experience has shown me once again just how worthy you are of being called the Hero-King.		Fjorm
Marth	Hmm... I did say that I did not believe I deserved such a title... But if the symbol of a Hero-King is necessary to bring others together, I cannot shirk from my responsibility. I can only strive to live up to the title bestowed upon me. And so, I will try to meet the expectations others have of me... To be someone they can rely on.
I see... In your own way, you strive to live up to the title of Hero-King. Earlier, you spoke of the conviction of your allies, and how they brought about peace. Is this, then, yours?		Fjorm
Marth	...Perhaps. In the end, it is simply what feels most right to me.
Wow, I’m learning so much!		Fjorm
Marth	To me, what’s most important is not the glory of a grand title or your name enshrined in legend... ...but rather moving forward, into a new era, and building a brighter future. If the title of Hero-King is needed to make that happen, it is a title I will wear with pride.

Marth: Prince of Light - S

Anna	Morale has been really high lately! I mean, just look at how motivated everyone is!
Yeah! It really feels like all the Heroes are working together better than ever before!		Sharena
Fjorm	In their own way, each Hero pushes us forward, helping us and inspiring us to improve. And Prince Marth’s influence in that regard truly cannot be overstated.
Yep. Even Heroes from other worlds recognize his talent.		Anna
Sharena	He is the Hero-King, after all! I almost wish he could stay in Askr forever!
He would be a boon, to be sure. But Prince Marth said something that has stuck with me.		Fjorm
Marth	Truthfully, I wish for a peaceful world where Heroes do not need to battle. I think we all do. But in order to create a world where people do not need to swing swords, we must be the ones to do so now. One day, peace may come to Askr, and when it does, we Heroes may fade away, forgotten save in legends. However...even if Heroes vanish from this world, the will for peace will remain. That is what I believe.
The will for peace... Yeah, I also want that to live on.		Sharena
Fjorm	As do I. Prince Marth has helped me understand the future we must strive for, and the hope we must protect.
With all that wisdom to share, Prince Marth is almost like a spiritual pillar for the Order of Heroes. ...Incidentally, what if we gathered quotes from him and made a book out of it! Talk about inspired profits!		Anna
Fjorm	I-I’m not sure the prince would approve of that idea...

Marianne: Serene Adherent

Marianne: Serene Adherent - C

Linhardt	Hello, Marianne. Actually, I hear five years have passed for you. I suppose I should call you Lady Marianne.
Linhardt! Your clothes... So you were summoned to Askr during our time at the Officers Academy... Um... Please call me whatever you like. This is...nostalgic.		Marianne
Linhardt	Well, I suppose this uniform would be nostalgic after five years... All right. I will call you Marianne, as I always have.
Um, Linhardt... Was there something you wanted to talk about?		Marianne
Linhardt	Well, there is another Marianne in this world, one from our time at the Officers Academy. I want to ask you about your Crest, but your younger self is reluctant to talk about it.
I’m sorry...		Marianne
Linhardt	Well, you’re from five years in the future. I don’t think you need to apologize for anything. I thought you might be more willing to tell me about your Crest, given you’ve likely grown over the years.
I don’t know everything about it, but I can share what I do know, if that’s OK...		Marianne
Linhardt	Of course. Thank you, Marianne. And... May I ask one more thing, about your outfit?
Oh, does it look bad? I’m sorry...		Marianne
Linhardt	I think it looks quite good on you, personally, but that’s not what I was alluding to... The outfit itself is almost identical to that of a typical dancer, but there are differences in the small details. These decorative parts are reminiscent of the clothing worn in Fódlan centuries ago.
Oh, yes. I’ve heard that this kind of clothing has some sort of ritual significance... It’s meant to bring peace to the souls of my ancestors.		Marianne
Linhardt	That leads me to my question. Could your ancestors have anything to do with the Erased Hero?
Um...		Marianne
Linhardt	The Crest of the Beast...
I—		Marianne
Linhardt	The 10 Elites of Fódlan followed Nemesis, the King of Liberation, into battle... But that’s not the full story. There is a legend that an eleventh Hero existed, though he has been erased from history. Is it possible that your ancestor is that Hero?
...		Marianne

Marianne: Serene Adherent - B

Linhardt	Askr is a kingdom where different realms intersect. The library here contains a wealth of information across all kinds of texts. Among them, there are some about another world that seems much like Fódlan.
Askr really is a special place...		Marianne
Linhardt	In the library, I found one heroic tale that seemed to be about Nemesis and the 10 Elites of Fódlan. We learned about Nemesis and the 10 Elites in class, but this tale mentions an eleventh Hero.
...		Marianne
Linhardt	In the other texts I read about this Erased Hero, the term “beast” appeared frequently. According to those tales, the Hero transformed into a beast and massacred people. They also say that those who bear the same Crest as the Hero still turn into a beast each night to kill people.
That’s only a myth... But I’ve been told that Crest is a symbol of disaster. It brings tragedy to anyone involved with it...		Marianne
Linhardt	The Crest you’ve kept hidden all these years... It is the Crest of the Beast, isn’t it?
...It was not originally called the Crest of the Beast. I was told that my ancestor, the Hero Maurice, abused the power of the Crest...and it turned him into a beast. That’s how it got that horrible name. The Crest has been passed down and kept secret since...		Marianne
Linhardt	Hmm... So he pushed beyond his limits and paid the price. Nothing I read mentioned how the Hero died. Do you know anything about that?
Um... He...died...as a beast, having never again returned to his true form... By all accounts, at least.		Marianne
Linhardt	I see. So you wore that outfit in the hope that you could bring him some peace...

Marianne: Serene Adherent - A

Linhardt	Marianne, do you have a moment?
Aw, what a cute cat! And is that a rabbit? I’ve never seen breeds like these before... The rabbits in Askr are bigger than average...		Marianne
Linhardt	Ranulf, Panne, if you please.
Hey, beorc!		Ranulf
Panne	Hello.
A-am I seeing this correctly? Oh, Goddess...		Marianne
Ranulf	I’m Ranulf, a warrior from Gallia. I’m a laguz, which means I can turn into a cat...as you can see.
My name is Panne, from Ylisse. I am the last of the taguel.		Panne
Linhardt	You see, Marianne, there are several Heroes in the Order who can transform into beasts.
I don’t know what to say... Is this like the power from a Crest?		Marianne
Ranulf	Nope. All laguz are born with the ability to transform.
Both these forms and our beast forms are equally our true selves.		Panne
Linhardt	In Fódlan, humans can transform into beasts using the power of Crests...or, rather, Crest Stones. But they can’t turn back into their human forms. The transformation only breaks when they die.
That sounds more like a curse than a transformation, if you ask me. There were people like that in my world, too, who couldn’t return to their human forms...		Ranulf
Marianne	Oh...
But we are not like that. We can transform at will.		Panne
Linhardt	Ranulf and Panne aren’t the only ones. There are similar beings in places like Hoshido and Nohr. Throughout all these different worlds, there are people who can transform into beasts... It’s fascinating.
I thought Fódlan's transformations might be similar to ours, but... Now that I’ve heard more, it seems like Fódlan's have a different... significance? That’s the word.		Ranulf
Marianne	Yes. For us...transforming into a beast is the price you pay for using too much of your power. Because of that, my ancestors who inherited the Crest of the Beast feared it and kept it secret.
But that power is also the source of your strength, is it not? It depends on how you use it. In order to survive, we must learn how to face the power within us.		Panne
Marianne	Hm...

Marianne: Serene Adherent - S

Ranulf	Marianne, if you have power inside you and things you want to accomplish... It might be a good idea to use that power instead of fearing it.
I...		Marianne
Linhardt	You won’t transform into a beast if you don’t overuse your Crest’s power, correct?
There are many like you here. If you approach your limits, you need only look to your allies for help.		Panne
Ranulf	I’m using my power to bring pride to Gallia.
I...use it to survive. And for our people.		Panne
Linhardt	And Marianne...I know you can master the power of the Crest of the Beast without losing your humanity.
Thank you, Linhardt. And Ranulf, and Panne... In the past, I...I believed that my Crest was a curse, and that I was nothing more than a burden. But then something happened that helped me accept myself. I realized I had friends...and that I wanted to live. Still... That doesn’t mean the power of my Crest is gone. Facing that is important as well. Linhardt, that’s what you wanted to show me, isn’t it?		Marianne
Linhardt	Well, you already have the power. If you can use it safely, I think you should.
The power of my Crest can be a good thing. But I must not rely on it too much. The warnings left by my ancestors... They are as much a legacy as the Crest itself. I love animals... Nothing would make me happier than if the Crest of the Beast were no longer seen as evil. S-so... Um...		Marianne
Linhardt	What’s wrong, Marianne? You’re fidgeting...
Ranulf, Panne... Would you mind, um...letting me see you transform again?		Marianne
Panne	Such an expectant look. She was not lying about her love of animals...

Gatekeeper: Nothing to Report

Gatekeeper: Nothing to Report - C

Seteth	I believe you only recently arrived, but I hope the importance of your role is not lost on you. We expect good work from you here in Askr, as well. Make sure you do not neglect your duties.
Yes! Of course!		Gatekeeper
Seteth	...Back at Garreg Mach, even I knew of the devotion you put into your work. I hope to see that same dedication here in Askr, protecting the Order of Heroes. ...That is all.
Yes sir! I will give it everything I have!		Gatekeeper
Seteth... I guess that’s his way of looking out for me, since I was just summoned. Prince Alfonse, Princess Sharena... Everyone here is so kind. I need to live up to their expectations!		Gatekeeper
Claude	What’s this? So, you’ve been summoned to Askr too then?
Why, you’re from...House Riegan! Greetings! Nothing to report!		Gatekeeper
Claude	Just as serious as always, I see. To think even you would end up being summoned here...
To be honest, it’s as much of a shock to me as the rest of you. I barely even know my way around, so it’s always a relief to see a familiar face. ...Speaking of which, there are a lot more Heroes from Fódlan here than I expected. Professors, students...even some of the Knights of Seiros are here! Is this a secondary branch of Garreg Mach?		Gatekeeper
Claude	I hear there are older versions of us, though I haven’t met any of mine yet. Askr certainly is an interesting place!
It is! But no matter how many Heroes I might recognize from Fódlan, I need to remain as vigilant as possible. I have a duty as the gatekeeper, and I will see that duty done!		Gatekeeper
Claude	Some Heroes are rather...unique, so it might take some getting used to. Just try to not get hurt, OK?

Gatekeeper: Nothing to Report - B

Gatekeeper	Hey, stop right there! This is no place for children! So just go play somewhere else, OK?
Are you calling us children?		Nah
Tiki	Sorry, but we just returned from the Aether Keep and have very empty tummies.
Then...shouldn’t you go home? You won’t get something to eat by sneaking into the Order’s base.		Gatekeeper
Tiki	Huh? But this IS our home.
W-wait just a moment! Children aren’t allowed in the castle—it’s way too dangerous!		Gatekeeper
Nah	...It seems that there has been a misunderstanding here. We both work directly with the Order.
What?		Gatekeeper
Tiki	That’s right! We’re both really, really strong!
And if we get any hungrier, we’ll be forced to eat our own teeth just to keep our stomachs at bay! So hurry up and let us through.		Nah
Gatekeeper	B-but... There’s no way little girls like you are...
Then, I suppose we will just have to transform and prove it to you!		Tiki
Gatekeeper	Trans...form? What do you me—
Here I go!		Tiki
Gatekeeper	Sh-she turned into a dragon! But how? Am I dreaming?!
Tiki, you’ll scare people if you transform so suddenly. At least give them a warning first.		Nah
Tiki	Oh no, I’m sorry! Did I scare you?
(N-now that I think about it, didn’t Princess Sharena mention something like this?) (She said some Heroes transform on the battlefield... But isn’t that usually just a figure of speech?!) I am so sorry! Please head on through.		Gatekeeper
Tiki	Yay! Thank you!
Whew! Now we can finally get something to eat...		Nah

Gatekeeper: Nothing to Report - A

Donnel	The sun is gold, clouds are white! ♪ Land far below, ‘cause I’m in flight! ♪
Ah! You over there!		Gatekeeper
Donnel	♪
The one singing cheerfully there! Yes you!		Gatekeeper
Donnel	Hm? Are ya talkin’ to me?
That’s right. Only Heroes are allowed past this point!		Gatekeeper
Donnel	Huh? Only Heroes? Well, I reckon I’m one of ‘em Heroes myself, so everythin’ should be peachy.
No, no, no. Please don’t joke around like that. Look at you—in what world would a Hero wear a pot like that?		Gatekeeper
Donnel	Hmm... If words ain’t enough to convince ya, how ‘bout I wave my lance around for a bit? ...Hyuh! Yah!
Wh-what sharp lancework! I’m so sorry! You are definitely a Hero, no doubt about it!		Gatekeeper
Donnel	Aww shucks, ain’t nothin’ to worry ’bout. To be real honest, I was just a regular ol’ villager until recently. And hey! It’s actually pretty reassurin’ to have a proper gatekeeper on the job. So I’ll be countin’ on ya to keep up the good work, ya hear?
Of course! Just leave it to me!		Gatekeeper
...Whew, guess I need to stop judging books by their covers. There really are all kinds of Heroes here. I still have a long way to go as a gatekeeper, but I’m going to take this lesson and grow from it! But seriously...why DOES he have a pot on his head?		Gatekeeper

Gatekeeper: Nothing to Report - S

Gatekeeper	Umm, please wait right there for just a moment. Princess Sharena lent me a list of all the Heroes... Could I have your names?
I am Naga, the Divine Dragon... That is what the children of man have come to call me...		Naga
Surtr	I am flame! I will burn any fool that stands in my path to ash!
I am death itself.		Hel
Freyja	I am a god from beyond this realm... So much more than any lowly mortal.
... ...All these worlds sure are vast.		Gatekeeper
Claude	Hey there, how are things going?
Greetings, Claude! I feel like there’s a new surprise every day, but I’m doing my best to take it all in stride!		Gatekeeper
Claude	I’m glad to hear it. There are some pretty eccentric people around here, so I imagine it can be a bit difficult.
It’s certainly a challenge sometimes, especially compared to my days back at Garreg Mach... But it’s an important duty, so I am always on full alert and have my weapon at the ready!		Gatekeeper
Claude	Well, if you come across any interesting stories, be sure to let me know.
Understood! Meeting new people and hearing their stories is part of the job, after all. But for now, there is nothing to report!		Gatekeeper

Eirika: Pledged Restorer

Eirika: Pledged Restorer - C

Eirika	I believe it was fate that I was summoned here to Askr. If the people here need help... Then I will fight with all I have to protect them.
Thank you, Princess Eirika. We’re lucky to have you on our side!		Sharena
Eirika	The pleasure is all mine. I will do everything in my power to help Askr.
A new girl, huh? She looks like she could use a friend.		Sylvain
Gatrie	Or two! That’s Princess Eirika. She was summoned here from another world!
She’s pretty cute, isn’t she? Right? Did you see her hairstyle?		Laslow
Soleil	Yeah, it looks amazing on her! She’s so stylish...and pretty... If my heart skips any more beats, I might actually die.
Ugh. Fate can really be cruel... If I’d been born in her world, I could have met her a lot sooner!		Sylvain
Soleil	Kee hee, I just passed by Princess Eirika a moment ago. She smelled SO good! Oh, but you probably shouldn’t walk so close to her, Dad. It would be weird if you did it.
Hey, now!		Laslow
Gatrie	That’s an interesting father-daughter dynamic...
Let’s focus on what’s important: Princess Eirika! I’m seriously in love. How about we celebrate this latest summoning by discussing Princess Eirika’s many charms?		Sylvain
Gatrie	Sounds like a plan! Maybe we can figure out what kinds of gifts she likes...
......		Seth

Eirika: Pledged Restorer - B

Ephraim	I see... Well, I suppose Eirika has always been beloved, though perhaps not so...openly.
They are all Heroes who have proven their virtue. There is no need to worry. Although... In the unlikely event that anything untoward does happen, I will fulfill my duty.		Seth
Ephraim	There is not yet enough reason to give it much thought. By the way, Seth, have you noticed how Eirika is dressed? It’s almost like...
Yes. She quite closely resembles you, Your Highness.		Seth
Ephraim	Why, I wonder...?
Perhaps it would be best to ask Lady Eirika herself. If I may speak plainly, you are also dressed differently, my lord. What were your reasons?		Seth
Ephraim	That’s a fair observation. Well... Worry as I may about disappointing my father, I wanted to wear this to be closer to him... Even if only slightly.
I understand, my lord. King Fado was a great king. He earned the trust and respect of his people.		Seth
Ephraim	Seth. What do you see when you look at me? Not my appearance, but my ability to lead. My valor, my wisdom... My vision for our country... Am I...getting closer to my father?
That is for the people to decide, Lord Ephraim. But if you want my opinion... You’re still just halfway there. It’s up to you to keep going.		Seth
Ephraim	You’re just as critical as ever, But that’s precisely why I can trust in your words. I will become a great king, just like my father. By wearing this... I won’t lose sight of that goal. As for Eirika...

Eirika: Pledged Restorer - A

Eirika	Hyaaa!
Oof! ...Hrr-RAH!		Ephraim
Eirika	Yaa!
I think that’ll be all for today, then. You’ve gotten stronger, Eirika.		Ephraim
Eirika	Ah, well, it’s all thanks to you, Brother. I appreciate your guidance.
Don’t push yourself too hard, though. You’re such a gentle soul... I know how you feel about war. If there is fighting, I will be there to protect you.		Ephraim
Eirika	Thank you, Brother. But it’s all right. This is what I want. You always protect me...and everyone else. I... I want to gain the strength to protect others too. Just like you, Brother.
I see... I feel the same way about you and your kindness, Eirika.		Ephraim
Eirika	You do?
Don’t you remember? You once asked me—if men understand the futility of fighting, why do we do it? Back then...		Ephraim

Eirika: Pledged Restorer - S

Ephraim	Back then, when you asked me that question... I said I understand why people fight.
Ah...		Eirika
Ephraim	That answer probably disappointed you. Whether it is my nature, or because I was raised to fight... I have a lust for battle that cannot be stilled.
I remember...		Eirika
Ephraim	But in the midst of battle... I can sometimes see that sad look on your face. I want to become compassionate and kind...like you, Eirika. You are beloved by anyone who lays eyes on you. If I am to become a truly great king, learning your kindness is a necessity.
Brother...		Eirika
Seth	Lady Eirika. Lord Ephraim. If I may... The late King Fado possessed both the kindness of Lady Eirika and the strength of Lord Ephraim. Kindness without strength is far too easy to take advantage of. Strength without kindness leads to tyranny and misery. The king who possesses both qualities is the kind of king the people want.
Seth...		Eirika
Seth	You both are still two separate halves of that whole. Without that balance, the greatness of a king like your father remains out of reach. It’s up to you to find that balance. If you nurture those missing qualities... One day, you will each possess both the strength and kindness befitting a great leader.

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In other languages

Language	Name
Japanese	希望の護り手たち
German	Hüter des Glaubens
Spanish (Europe)	Guardianes de la fe
Spanish (Latin America)	Guardianes de la fe
French	Gardiens de la foi
Italian	Custodi della fede
Traditional Chinese (Taiwan)	希望的守護者們
Portuguese	Guardiões da fé