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Event Characters Ewan Eager Student Face FC Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
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Original run[ | ]

Red FriendshipOrange FriendshipGreen FriendshipBlue Friendship
PointsRewardPointsRewardPointsRewardPointsReward
10Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's C Conversation10Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's C Conversation10Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's C Conversation10Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's C Conversation
25Scarlet Badge 5025Scarlet Badge 5025Scarlet Badge 5025Scarlet Badge 50
50Hero Feather 20050Hero Feather 20050Hero Feather 20050Hero Feather 200
75Azure Badge 5075Azure Badge 5075Azure Badge 5075Azure Badge 50
100Accessory Sages OrnamentFrame 1Pane 1100Accessory Dancers FrillFrame 1Pane 1100Accessory Chiefs HeadbandFrame 1Pane 1100Accessory Renewal CharmFrame 1Pane 1
150Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500150Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500150Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500150Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
200Hero Feather 200200Hero Feather 200200Hero Feather 200200Hero Feather 200
250Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500250Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500250Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500250Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
300Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's B Conversation300Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's B Conversation300Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's B Conversation300Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's B Conversation
350Great Scarlet Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500350Great Scarlet Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500350Great Scarlet Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500350Great Scarlet Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
400First Summon Ticket 1400First Summon Ticket 1400First Summon Ticket 1400First Summon Ticket 1
450Hero Feather 200450Hero Feather 200450Hero Feather 200450Hero Feather 200
500Great Azure Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500500Great Azure Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500500Great Azure Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500500Great Azure Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
550Hero Feather 200550Hero Feather 200550Hero Feather 200550Hero Feather 200
600Great Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500600Great Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500600Great Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500600Great Verdant Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
700Great Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500700Great Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500700Great Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500700Great Transparent Badge 50Universal Crystal 1,500
800Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's A Conversation800Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's A Conversation800Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's A Conversation800Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's A Conversation
900Hero Feather 200900Hero Feather 200900Hero Feather 200900Hero Feather 200
1,000Hero Feather 2001,000Hero Feather 2001,000Hero Feather 2001,000Hero Feather 200
1,100Hero Feather 2001,100Hero Feather 2001,100Hero Feather 2001,100Hero Feather 200
1,200Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,500
1,300Hero Feather 2001,300Hero Feather 2001,300Hero Feather 2001,300Hero Feather 200
1,400Hero Feather 2001,400Hero Feather 2001,400Hero Feather 2001,400Hero Feather 200
1,500Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's S Conversation1,500Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's S Conversation1,500Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's S Conversation1,500Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's S Conversation
1,700Hero Feather 3001,700Hero Feather 3001,700Hero Feather 3001,700Hero Feather 300
1,900Hero Feather 3001,900Hero Feather 3001,900Hero Feather 3001,900Hero Feather 300
2,100Hero Feather 3002,100Hero Feather 3002,100Hero Feather 3002,100Hero Feather 300
2,300Hero Feather 3002,300Hero Feather 3002,300Hero Feather 3002,300Hero Feather 300
2,500Accessory Sages Ornament EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5002,500Accessory Dancers Frill EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5002,500Accessory Chiefs Headband EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5002,500Accessory Renewal Charm EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,500
2,750Hero Feather 3002,750Hero Feather 3002,750Hero Feather 3002,750Hero Feather 300
3,000Hero Feather 5003,000Hero Feather 5003,000Hero Feather 5003,000Hero Feather 500
3,250Hero Feather 3003,250Hero Feather 3003,250Hero Feather 3003,250Hero Feather 300
3,500Heroic Grail 103,500Heroic Grail 103,500Heroic Grail 103,500Heroic Grail 10

Rerun[ | ]

Red FriendshipOrange FriendshipGreen FriendshipBlue Friendship
PointsRewardPointsRewardPointsRewardPointsReward
5Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's C Conversation5Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's C Conversation5Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's C Conversation5Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's C Conversation
15Scarlet Badge 5015Scarlet Badge 5015Scarlet Badge 5015Scarlet Badge 50
25Hero Feather 30025Hero Feather 30025Hero Feather 30025Hero Feather 300
35Azure Badge 5035Azure Badge 5035Azure Badge 5035Azure Badge 50
50Accessory Sages OrnamentFrame 1Pane 150Accessory Dancers FrillFrame 1Pane 150Accessory Chiefs HeadbandFrame 1Pane 150Accessory Renewal CharmFrame 1Pane 1
75Universal Crystal 1,500Verdant Badge 5075Universal Crystal 1,500Verdant Badge 5075Universal Crystal 1,500Verdant Badge 5075Universal Crystal 1,500Verdant Badge 50
100Divine Code Ephemera 7 10100Divine Code Ephemera 7 10100Divine Code Ephemera 7 10100Divine Code Ephemera 7 10
125Universal Crystal 1,500Transparent Badge 50125Universal Crystal 1,500Transparent Badge 50125Universal Crystal 1,500Transparent Badge 50125Universal Crystal 1,500Transparent Badge 50
150Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's B Conversation150Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's B Conversation150Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's B Conversation150Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's B Conversation
175Universal Crystal 1,500Great Scarlet Badge 50175Universal Crystal 1,500Great Scarlet Badge 50175Universal Crystal 1,500Great Scarlet Badge 50175Universal Crystal 1,500Great Scarlet Badge 50
200First Summon Ticket II 1200First Summon Ticket II 1200First Summon Ticket II 1200First Summon Ticket II 1
225Hero Feather 300225Hero Feather 300225Hero Feather 300225Hero Feather 300
250Universal Crystal 1,500Great Azure Badge 50250Universal Crystal 1,500Great Azure Badge 50250Universal Crystal 1,500Great Azure Badge 50250Universal Crystal 1,500Great Azure Badge 50
275Hero Feather 300275Hero Feather 300275Hero Feather 300275Hero Feather 300
300Universal Crystal 1,500Great Verdant Badge 50300Universal Crystal 1,500Great Verdant Badge 50300Universal Crystal 1,500Great Verdant Badge 50300Universal Crystal 1,500Great Verdant Badge 50
350Universal Crystal 1,500Great Transparent Badge 50350Universal Crystal 1,500Great Transparent Badge 50350Universal Crystal 1,500Great Transparent Badge 50350Universal Crystal 1,500Great Transparent Badge 50
400Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's A Conversation400Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's A Conversation400Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's A Conversation400Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's A Conversation
450Hero Feather 300450Hero Feather 300450Hero Feather 300450Hero Feather 300
500Divine Code Ephemera 7 10500Divine Code Ephemera 7 10500Divine Code Ephemera 7 10500Divine Code Ephemera 7 10
550Hero Feather 300550Hero Feather 300550Hero Feather 300550Hero Feather 300
600Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,500600Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,500600Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,500600Divine Dew 5Universal Crystal 1,500
650Hero Feather 300650Hero Feather 300650Hero Feather 300650Hero Feather 300
700Hero Feather 300700Hero Feather 300700Hero Feather 300700Hero Feather 300
750Ewan Eager Student Face FC Ewan's S Conversation750Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC Tethys's S Conversation750Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC Gerik's S Conversation750Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC Ephraim's S Conversation
800Hero Feather 300800Hero Feather 300800Hero Feather 300800Hero Feather 300
900Hero Feather 300900Hero Feather 300900Hero Feather 300900Hero Feather 300
1,000Hero Feather 3001,000Hero Feather 3001,000Hero Feather 3001,000Hero Feather 300
1,100Hero Feather 3001,100Hero Feather 3001,100Hero Feather 3001,100Hero Feather 300
1,200Accessory Sages Ornament EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Accessory Dancers Frill EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Accessory Chiefs Headband EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,5001,200Accessory Renewal Charm EXFrame 1Pane 1Universal Crystal 1,500
1,300Hero Feather 3001,300Hero Feather 3001,300Hero Feather 3001,300Hero Feather 300
1,450Divine Code Ephemera 7 101,450Divine Code Ephemera 7 101,450Divine Code Ephemera 7 101,450Divine Code Ephemera 7 10
1,600Hero Feather 5001,600Hero Feather 5001,600Hero Feather 5001,600Hero Feather 500
1,750Heroic Grail 101,750Heroic Grail 101,750Heroic Grail 101,750Heroic Grail 10

Special conversations[ | ]

Mercenary Matters[ | ]

Mercenary Matters - Opening

EnglishJapanese
Background image: 002_PlainForestInside
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

I've been thinking, Lyon.

We were summoned here to fight for
Askr's peace, but at the same time,
I wonder...am I being tested?

リオン、俺は思うんだ。

俺たちは、
この世界に平和をもたらすために
アスク王国に召喚された。

しかし同時に...自分の新しい可能性を
試すために、この世界に
呼ばれたのではないか...ともな。

As unlike you as this manner of
introspection is, Ephraim...it pleases
me to see.

珍しいね、エフラムがそんな哲学的...
いや、自分の考えを口に出して
聞かせてくれるなんて。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

That is why I've decided to serve
Askr not as the prince of Renais,
but rather as a humble mercenary.

だから俺は、アスク王国一の
傭兵になろうと思う。

I thought you might have something
like that in mind.

You want to test your potential as a
soldier, without politics getting
in the way.

But are you not concerned about
neglecting your royal duties?

うん...いつものエフラムだね。

自分の可能性を試したい...
そういう理由で話してるんだろうけど

その結論に至るまで
いろいろなものを
飛ばしてしまっていない?

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

When I carve out my future, it will be
with my lance. Not with my title.

I hope that, when history remembers
me, my noble birth will be only a
footnote to my strength.

Askr presents the perfect opportunity
for me to become the strongest
fighter in all Magvel.

I dare say I feel as if I have been
summoned here for that very reason.

...俺はもともと、ルネス王国の
王子としての肩書きとは関係なく
槍一本で人生を切り拓きたい...

マギ・ヴァル大陸一の傭兵に
なりたいと、そう思っていたんだ。

もしかすると、この世界で
俺の願いは叶うかもしれない。

いやむしろ、俺はそのために
アスク王国に呼ばれたのでは...?

Be mindful to whom you say such
things, Ephraim. These words could
invite misunderstanding...

お、落ち着いてエフラム。
いきなりそんなことを言い出したら
まわりのみんなも困ってしまうよ。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

Strongest fighter in Magvel, you say?
And as a mercenary, no less? I had
no idea you were so ambitious.

Sorry. Couldn't help but overhear.

へぇー、大陸一の傭兵ね。
エフラム王子には
そんな野望があったのか。

...おっと、すまないな。
立ち聞きするつもりはなかったんだが。

Commander Gerik! Might I suggest
you keep what you have heard in
the strictest confidence?

ジスト団長...!
その、先ほどの話は内密に...

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Why should he have to do that?
I've no intentions of secrecy.

なぜ内密にする必要がある。
俺は誰にもはばかることなく
自分の夢を語りたい。

It will not sit well with Eirika.

...エイリークが怒るよ。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Hmm...

............

If you're interested in the mercenary
life, Prince Ephraim, just say the
word. My crew will gladly have you.

エフラム王子...
傭兵に興味があるのなら
ウチに来ないか?

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Gerik's Mercenaries are operating
here in Askr?

ジスト傭兵団に?

That's right. In fact, we're setting out
from the castle for a reconnaissance
mission tomorrow.

We're looking to see what Askr's up
against. With Commander Anna's
approval, of course.

実はな、俺たちは明日から
遊撃部隊として城を離れるんだ。

アスク王国を取り巻く状況を
自分たちの目で確認しておきたくてな。
アンナ隊長にも許可をもらっている。

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

Mercenaries live or die by the quality
of their information. Wise of you to
make that a priority.

なるほど。傭兵にとって情報は命...
アスク王国においても
独自の情報網を作るつもりですね。

I'll take that as a compliment. So,
how about it, Prince? Want to
come along?

無論、なにかあったら
すぐに城に戻るという約束でな。

どうだ、エフラム王子。
俺たちにつきあわないか?

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Absolutely.

However, I insist that you think of me
as one of your own. I want no special
treatment on account of my title.

是非頼みたい。

ルネス王国の王子ではなく
一人の傭兵として...
俺も同行させてくれ。

Ephraim! Surely a weighty decision of
this kind warrants a little caution!

エ、エフラム!
そんな簡単に...!

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

Done deal. And look at that—seems
your new crewmates have arrived.

Listen up, everyone! This is Ephraim.
He'll be joining us tomorrow on a
trial basis.

よし、なら決まりだな...!
おっと、団員たちも来たようだ。

みんな、紹介するぞ。
今日からジスト傭兵団に
お試し加入したエフラムだ。

Hey, he's got the same name as the
Prince of Renais! Kind of looks a bit
like him too.

エフラム? ふーん...
ルネス王国の王子様と同じ名前だね。
あれ、なんだか顔も似てるような...?

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

What an interesting development!
I'm Tethys. Welcome to the crew.

私はテティス。よろしくね。
ふぅん、今回の旅は面白くなりそう。

Hello.

...よろしく。

Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisaマリカ
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Good to meet you. I intend to give
this my all, but don't hesitate to
put me in my place if I deserve it.

足手まといだと思ったら
いつでも解雇してもらっていい。
覚悟を持ってついていく所存だ。

I'm sorry, friend, but I can't let you
do this alone. I'm coming with you.

...君だけじゃ心配だよ。
僕もついていこう。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Are you sure?

いいのか?

Someone has to help you figure out
how to explain this to Eirika.

あとでエイリークに謝るための
言い訳も探さなくちゃいけないしね。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

Welcome aboard, then, both of you.
And with introductions out of the
way... Let's prepare to move out.

ま、仲良くやろうぜ。
それじゃ準備ができ次第出発だ。

Now to see just how far I can get
in this world with lance alone...

試してみるか...
俺の槍がどこまで通用するかを。

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Mercenary Matters - C

EnglishJapanese
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Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

All right, everyone, ease up. After a
thrashing like that, they won't be
back anytime soon.

Phew! Even mere bandits can be
a fearsome challenge in these
numbers. Excellent work, all!

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン

Are you hurt at all, Prince Ephraim?

Doing just fine, thank you.

And please, it's just Ephraim. I'm a
mercenary, right now. Not a prince.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン

You got it.

You should have just told us you
were a prince of Renais in the first
place, though.

You're not the only one who noticed,
Ewan. It was obvious to most of us.
He wasn't exactly hiding it.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン

Yeah, but it's not every day a prince
decides to fight as a mercenary,
is my point.

True. You're young, Ephraim, but
your strength and skill with a lance
are very impressive.

Most nobles are more worried about
their looks than their effectiveness,
but you fight like you mean it.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisaマリカ

Of the lancers I've seen, you may be
in the top five.

Glad to hear I'm not holding you
back, at least.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

You were a great help, too, Lyon.
Your ability to see the enemy's
strategy at a glance was invaluable.

It's a shame you're bound for the
throne. You'd make a fine tactician.

Thank you, Commander Gerik. Now,
these bandits... Their intention was to
take advantage of harvest season?

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

Seems like that's the idea. Let the
farmers do the work, then swoop in
and take the yield.

This is why isolated farm villages love
to hire mercenaries this time of year.

That's true. Jobs like this keep us
busy more reliably than fighting for
any flag.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Good to know...

Mercenary Matters - B

EnglishJapanese
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Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

This was quite the workout.
Good work, everyone.

Hah! Did you see me out there, Sis?

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

I certainly did. Your magic is
becoming fearsome, Ewan.

...

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisaマリカ

What is it, Ephraim?

I'm wondering why no country's
soldiers came to these people's aid.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

Ah...

It's probably because this village has
been politically abandoned.

What do you mean?

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

This is just tavern talk, but...

The land here used to be fertile,
providing many bountiful harvests.

But since it stands on the border of
two countries, it was constantly
fought over.

Go on...

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス

Embla eventually claimed it, but...
The fighting left the land barren.

Without the crops, the village lost
its perceived value.

I can relate to this place.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

When a kingdom claims a territory,
they assume responsibility to defend
it in exchange for taxes.

If the territory provides no resources,
the ruling kingdom stands only to
lose by protecting it...

And other kingdoms are powerless to
help. If Askr were to intervene,
it would start another war.

As horrific as it may be, a monarch
has to look at the bigger picture.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

This is why mercenaries shouldn't
thoughtlessly sell their services
to the highest bidder.

When no one else will step in to help
these people, it becomes our job.
We're their swords and shields.

Their swords and shields...

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

The people here deserve a chance at
life, like anyone else. Even if no one
else will give it to them... We can.

This is why you're the chief, Chief!

You'd never stand by and ignore
someone in need. That's why I'm
proud to follow you.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisaマリカ

Well said.

While I understand that we need
money to get by...

I appreciate that being a part of
Gerik's Mercenaries means fighting
for more than just that.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

There is so much more to mercenary
life than I first thought.

Faith... Resolve... Compassion...

Mercenary Matters - A

EnglishJapanese
Background image: 002_PlainForestInside
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

Another successful job, and no losses
to report. We should arrive at the
castle shortly, Ephraim.

Those villagers were grateful for our
help. It was a heartwarming sight.

Lyon...

I'm not sure I'm ready to call myself
a full-fledged mercenary yet.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

No? Why is that?

The mercenary life is about so much
more than skill with a lance...

I don't feel I've developed the quality
of character necessary to do the
profession justice yet.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

I don't understand. Your strength is
practically without equal.

Employers would no doubt be falling
over themselves for the privilege
to hire you.

Thoughtlessly selling my services
to the highest bidder is not the path
to the future I want.

To become the greatest mercenary
on the continent, I will need to be
a sword and shield for the people.

Someone who protects those who
cannot protect themselves.

It's not enough to train my body.
I must train my heart, as well.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

You may be onto something...

Ephraim. Lyon—thanks for the assist
back there.

If every mercenary were as quick and
efficient as you two, we'd all have
a lot more time off.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

We were happy to help.

Happy to get paid, too, I expect.
Here—catch.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

Ah! To be honest, I'd forgotten
all about the coin.

Not the most lucrative job in the
world, this one, but that's your cut.
You earned it.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

The value is more sentimental to me
than practical. I'll treasure this as my
first ever mercenary pay. Thank you.

This job has taught me lessons more
valuable than gold.

It's got me thinking about the issues a
king must face, trying to protect the
people and minimize bloodshed.

The issue is more complex than any
book portrays it, and there are no
easy answers.

When I am a statesman, grappling
with difficult decisions, I will call
upon the experiences I had here.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

Commander Gerik, if I may... What
moved you to invite me to join your
company in the first place?

There must be more to it than merely
hiring another lance.

Truth is, you remind me of a friend.

Wanting to be the greatest mercenary
the world has ever seen... That was
the kind of thing he used to say.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyonリオン

Interesting. What sorts of things does
this friend of yours say now?

None. He's dead. Taken from this
world before he could live his dream.

I guess when I saw that same spark in
you, I couldn't let it lie.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム

...

Anyway... If you're ever looking to
join a company for real, just know
you're always welcome.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewanユアン

Did I hear that right? Is Ephraim
gonna sign on with us full time?!

I, for one, would welcome that.
My rhythm and his lance make a
powerful combination.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethysテティス
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisaマリカ

I could use a sparring partner.

Thank you all. When I feel ready to
be a sword and shield for the people,
we will meet again.

Until that day comes, I'll continue to
train my heart and body.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraimエフラム
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerikジスト

Looking forward to it, Ephraim!

Ewan: Eager Student[ | ]

Ewan: Eager Student - C

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Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

Hey, Ewan! How are you? Settling in
well to life in Askr, I hope?

Hi, Princess Sharena! It's going pretty
well, I'd say. The Order of Heroes is
making me feel right at home.

There are some differences to get
used to, of course, but that's part
of the fun.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

Good to hear. If you have any
questions or concerns, you know
where to find me.

I do! In the meantime, I'll wander
the halls of this amazing castle and
see which great Heroes I run into.

The magical power here is so strong
you can feel it crackling in the air!
Reminds me of my mentor, Saleh.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

Right! That would be all thanks to
our ability to summon Heroes! Er...
【Summoner】's ability!

And now you're one of those
Heroes! We're expecting great
things, Ewan. But no pressure!

Ha! Putting it like that just lights a fire
under me, you know.

Say, one thing I did notice... A lot of
Heroes here are related to each other
by blood, aren't they?

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

True. We have groups of siblings
among our ranks, as you know, but
parents and children as well.

Going into battle with your parents
at your back... That must be...

Must be great...

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Ewan: Eager Student - B

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Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

Hello, Ewan. Do you have a minute?

Sure, but if this is about a job,
you should probably talk to Gerik.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

No, nothing like that. I've been
thinking about something you said
when we last spoke.

More the way you said it, actually.
When you talked about having your
parents at your back in a fight...

I guess I sounded lonely, didn't I?

Truth is, my parents abandoned me
when I was young. It was so long ago
now, I can't remember their faces.

I don't remember much about my life
with them in it, either.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face Pain
Sharena

Ewan, I'm so sorry.

It's OK. Even after all they put me
through, I don't hate them.

I've always had my big sis to look
after me. She basically took over
as my mom.

It's thanks to what happened to us
then that our bond is so strong today.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

That's wonderful. I admire your
positive outlook in the face of all
that hardship.

Don't get me wrong, I'll still be
jealous to see a father and son
fighting side by side.

A sight like that will make me wonder
what could have been. At least until
I think of Gerik's Mercenaries.

They're my real family.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

I see...

Ewan: Eager Student - A

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Sharena Princess of Askr Face Smile
Sharena

There you are, Ewan!

Yup, just finishing my training for
the day. What's got you in such
a good mood?

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face Smile
Sharena

You said that Gerik's Mercenaries
are like family to you, right?

Yeah. What about it?

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face Smile
Sharena

I was hoping you might come to feel
the same about the Order of Heroes!

Sounds like my family's about to get
a whole lot bigger, then...

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

Since you said your sister Tethys
took over for your mother...

I wonder how you'd feel about having
a big brother step in as your father.
What do you think? Take your pick!

Hello, young man! The name's Bartre,
but call me Dad! Don't be shy—it's
manly to share your feelings! Hiyah!

Bartre Fearless Warrior Face FC
Bartre
Dorcas Serene Warrior Face FC
Dorcas

I've lived that mercenary life, kid.
Been there, seen it all. There's a lot
we can talk about, you and me.

Stand aside, gentleman, for I shall be
the one to introduce this dear young
man to the warmth of a loving father!

Come to me, dear Ewan! Step into
the embrace of a man who swears
to think of you as his very own son!

Arthur Hapless Hero Face FC
Arthur
Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena

As you can see, we have some very
enthusiastic candidates.

Er, yeah, I can see that. This is all...
kind of sudden...

I appreciate the concern, everyone.
It's flattering. But really, I'm OK.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Bartre Fearless Warrior Face FC
Bartre

If you say so, boy, I'll take your word.
But you don't have to put on a tough
face for anyone. Real men cry too.

If you ever want to talk, we'll be here.

Dorcas Serene Warrior Face FC
Dorcas
Arthur Hapless Hero Face FC
Arthur

Whether as your father or as a role
model, rest assured that you may
always rely on me to be your hero!

Thanks, everyone! This really...
It really means a lot to me...

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Ewan: Eager Student - S

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Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Hey, Princess Sharena. Thanks again
for what you did the other day.

Ewan! Your timing is perfect.
I'm nearly finished vetting the
second round of candidates.

Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Um, that won't be necessary!

No? Are you sure? Since all my last
picks were muscleheads, I'd hoped
to show you some more refined men.

Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

I'm sure, I'm sure! I know you mean
well, but... Really, you don't have to
do this. Trust me.

I've been thinking a lot about what
drove me to become a Mage.

At first, I did it to repay my sis for all
she went through to raise me.

Now, though, I have a whole family
to think about. And that family keeps
getting bigger.

Ewan...

Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

I'm going to do whatever it takes
to support my family. That's what
motivates me every day.

You're absolutely right. Family is not
decided by blood. It is decided by the
people you care about most.

Your new family will always be there
for you, Ewan. I promise you that.

Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Thank you, Princess Sharena...
That means the world to me.

Of course!

Sharena Princess of Askr Face FC
Sharena
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Look at us, Tethys! Can you believe
how far we've come?

Such a great big group of friends...
A family to call our own...

Chief, Marisa, the Order of Heroes,
all of them...

Who knew the world could be
so full of kindness?

Thank you for bringing me this far,
sis. Now it's time to do my part.

I'm going to become a great Hero
and protect this family of ours!

Tethys: Beloved Dancer[ | ]

Tethys: Beloved Dancer - C

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Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

One, two, three... Two, two, three...
Palms, two, three... Up, two, three!

Phew! Yes, that's much smoother
than before. Arms were far too busy.

...

You there—behind that tree. Why not
come closer, and watch in the open?

Ah! Pardon me!

I'm very sorry. It was not my intention
to interrupt.

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face Pain
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

You're Princess Fjorm, aren't you?

To what do I owe the pleasure? Is it
a message from Commander Anna?

Oh, no—nothing like that. I just...
Well, um...

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face Pain
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

What is it?

Please forgive the intrusion! I will
see myself out!

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

Princess?! I—nope, gone already.

What could she have wanted?

Maybe just looking for some womanly
advice. I guess she's at that age.

Ah, well. I'll get to the bottom of it
next time...

Tethys: Beloved Dancer - B

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Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Tethys? Might I speak with you for
a moment?

Of course, Princess Fjorm.

I've just finished with my rehearsals
for the day. But you already knew
that, didn't you?

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

My deepest apologies for intruding
on you previously.

I took no offense. But you looked
as if you had something to say
to me then, just as you do now.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

About that...

I wished to say only that I found your
performance utterly captivating.

For a dancer, there can be no higher
praise. And from royalty, no less!
I am beyond flattered.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

To capture such dynamic energy in
your steps, without losing elegance
or fluidity in your movements...

Your craft has clearly been refined
through both natural talent and
persistent effort.

Well, I suppose that's half right.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

I see... And what of the other half?

While true that I spent much of my
younger days working hard, ending
days sore and covered in blisters...

I must confess I have no innate
talent for dancing at all—as much
as I love it.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Given your popularity as a performer,
I find that difficult to believe!

Whatever brought me to this career,
I can assure you it had nothing to do
with a desire to be popular.

The truth is, I had a far stronger and
more urgent motivation that that:
the survival of my brother and me.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Ah...

Tethys: Beloved Dancer - A

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Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

My brother, Ewan, and I were
abandoned by our parents
when we were young.

...

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

I hated them for it, at least at first.
But I quickly realized that hatred
alone would not feed us.

As I wandered the streets, desperate
to find a way for my brother and me
to live on our own...

I came upon a dancer performing
on a corner.

I had never danced before, but in that
moment... I knew what I had to do.

So that was how you began...

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

My first years of dancing were pure
misery. I wasn't a coordinated child.
I didn't even have real shoes.

I danced in rags until my feet bled.
I fell so many times I was covered
in cuts and bruises.

I worried constantly that I would not
be good enough. That Ewan and I
would starve.

That fear was my first and cruelest
dance partner.

But you never let it steal the show.
You never gave up.

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

Certainly not. My partner danced me
half into my grave, and the dance was
the only way to get back out again.

I didn't do it for me. I did it for Ewan.
To fill his plate. To see him smile.

I finally understand why your dance
captivates me so.

Its power comes straight from your
heart, from your need, rather than
from blindly following tradition.

Your fear, your hope... When you
dance, it's as if they are laid bare
before me...

Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Tethys: Beloved Dancer - S

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Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Tethys... I wonder if I might ask you
a favor.

What do you have in mind? I'm happy
to help however I can.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

I'm glad to hear that, because you are
the only person capable of fulfilling
my request.

When this war is over, if you are
willing... I would like you to teach
me to dance.

Me? Teach you?

My style of dance is meant for inns
and taverns, Princess. I'm afraid it's
not well suited to royalty.

Surely there is an instructor out there
who would be better able to prepare
you for the ballroom.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

No, Tethys. I'm certain that I want my
instructor to be you.

Your form of dance is the only one
I care to learn.

...

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

You stared your death in the face...
You danced with fear itself, and
came out smiling.

I know this may seem selfish of me.
My life has been privileged compared
to yours...

But I do understand all too well how
it feels to want your family to be
happy more than anything.

If that's truly your motivation,
how can I refuse?

I'll do it.

When peace comes to this world,
and my dance is no longer needed
on the field of battle...

You and I will dance together, to
bring smiles to the faces of the
people we love.

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Fjorm Princess of Ice Face FC
Fjorm

Ah! Thank you! I look forward
to that day with all my heart!

Gerik: Desert Tiger[ | ]

Gerik: Desert Tiger - C

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Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

So, Gerik's Mercenaries get to form
up a world away from home. Sounds
almost too good to be true.

Wouldn't have it any other way! This
world will take some getting used to,
but if we stick together, we'll be fine.

Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

You've been in Askr longer than any
of the rest of us, haven't you, Marisa?

I know my way around, yes.

Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisa
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Good to know. Information's what we
need right now, so anything you can
tell us would be useful.

Understood, Chief.

Within this castle, you'll find many
Heroes summoned to Askr from
different worlds.

Of those, many are mercenaries.

Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisa
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Competition, huh? Well, at least it's
something we'll have in common.

We mercenaries have a certain air
about us, don't we? Yes, I think
I can actually smell it!

Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys
Ewan Eager Student Face FC
Ewan

Pretty sure that's your perfume, sis.

Aromas aside, we should get to know
our new colleagues.

Physical ability, quality of character...
We'll want to get a sense of them
with our own eyes.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisa

In that case, Commander Anna would
be the one to speak to. You should
ask her to show you around.

And I suppose she expects to be
compensated for her time. Think this
much'll be enough to entice her?

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Marisa Crimson Flash Face FC
Marisa

Probably. Hopefully.

Good enough. I'll start putting out
feelers. The rest of you... Be ready
to deploy.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Tethys Beloved Dancer Face FC
Tethys

Try not to get into any fights on your
first day, OK, Chief?

Relax. I've got this.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Gerik: Desert Tiger - B

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Anna Commander Face FC
Anna

Yup! The Order of Heroes does
employ quite a few mercenaries.

In fact, I think they're outnumbered
only by the nobles.

This here's a pretty popular spot for
training, so we might even...yep!
There's one now!

Hello, Commander Anna. Is there
something you need?

Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma
Anna Commander Face FC
Anna

Just an introduction. Ogma, I'd like
you to meet Gerik, the commander
of Gerik's Mercenaries.

That's me. Seems we'll be working
with Askr for the foreseeable future.

Hope that's all right by you.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma

I'd heard that some new Heroes
had recently arrived.

Honor to meet you.

Likewise.

You must be strong. Not many
gladiators make it out of the fighting
pits to become mercenaries.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma

Who told you I was a gladiator?

The scars did. They're not the kind
you see on anyone who fights with
even modest equipment.

Scars like that only come from being
forced to fight for your life, tooth and
nail, like a caged animal.

The wounds weren't even properly
dressed. You have my sympathy.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma

Very perceptive, Gerik. I am beginning
to see how you earned the name
Desert Tiger.

But you have your share of scars.
The one on your face, for instance...
How did you come by it?

This beauty? A reminder of my young
and stupid days.

I was arrogant enough to believe
no one could best me. I was wrong.

The knight who inflicted this lovely
scar crushed me effortlessly.
Then he spared my life.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma

...

Every time I look in the mirror, I'm
reminded that I owe my success
as a mercenary to that knight.

Now I've got my own command, and
I'll never fail them by letting my pride
get the better of me.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ogma Loyal Blade Face FC
Ogma

The words of a trustworthy man.

It seems Askr has found itself another
valuable ally, Commander Anna.

Agreed! Anyone who thinks so much
of those who follow him is bound
to be a good leader.

You should give battlefield command
a try sometime, Gerik.

Anna Commander Face FC
Anna
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Let's not get ahead of ourselves.
Maybe we should just move along
with the tour...

Gerik: Desert Tiger - A

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Anna Commander Face FC
Anna

So, who should we meet next? Oh,
I know! The Greil Mercenaries!

Their group is one of the strongest
we have.

I've heard their leader's quite young.
Ike, isn't it? He must be something
else to be in command at his age.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania

Ah, Commander Anna, did I hear you
require our assistance? The Greil
Mercenaries are at your disposal.

Perfect timing, Titania! We were just
about to pay you and yours a visit.

Anna Commander Face FC
Anna
Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania

Who is this you've brought with you,
if I may?

The name's Gerik. I'm the leader of
my own mercenary company.

Heard there were lots of us here in
Askr, so I thought I'd take some time
to do a little networking.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania

I see.

As Commander Anna said, my name
is Titania. I'm the Greil Mercenaries'
deputy commander. Right this way.

That about sums it up. This world is
foreign to us, so any common ground
we can find is a plus right now.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike

Good.

...

...

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike

...

Ah... Commander Ike is a man of few
words. Please don't misunderstand.

Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

It's appreciated, actually. I like when
people let their actions do the talking.

Gerik, was it? Let's be certain we
understand each other. We may
share common cause right now...

But that's mostly coincidence. If our
employers were to become enemies,
then by necessity so would we.

Soren Shrewd Strategist Face FC
Soren
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

...

Should that occur, be aware that any
information you give us will be used
against you on the battlefield.

I am sure you will not hesitate to do
the same with whatever you happen
to learn during your time here.

Soren Shrewd Strategist Face FC
Soren
Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania

Come now, Soren. We're all
professionals here.

It's fine. He's not wrong.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik
Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike

Commander Gerik...

Would you be willing to tell us about
how you became a mercenary?

I can do that.

Now, where do I start...

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Gerik: Desert Tiger - S

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Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

My reason for becoming a mercenary
is pretty stupid. I didn't particularly
like fighting. Wasn't in it for the fame.

When I was a kid, a friend from my
village got it in his head to be the
greatest warrior in all the land.

It lit a fire under me. I just couldn't
let my friend go off and get killed.

Your friend still a mercenary now?

Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

He went off and got killed.

Considering I joined up purely
to protect him...

There was no reason for me to
continue on after that.

Yet you clearly did.

Soren Shrewd Strategist Face FC
Soren
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

I failed to protect him, and he got
killed. If you're in this business long
enough, that's bound to happen.

But I made other friends along the
way, and the thing about me is
I can't stand to let friends die.

So here I am, after all these years,
refusing to abandon them.

Loyalty's what drives you, then.
I respect that.

Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

As a sword for hire, I know my clients
could ask me to do anything.

But I also know that the choice to
accept or reject a contract is mine.

If a job demands I prey on the weak,
or sacrifice my friends, I walk away.

That's how I run my crew.

...

Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

...

...

Doesn't look like your concerns are
founded, Soren. I don't think we'll
ever have to face this guy in battle.

Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike
Titania Mighty Mercenary Face FC
Titania

It seems unlikely, given we share
the same values.

I began to suspect about halfway
through this story that it would
sway you.

I am Commander Ike's subordinate,
so I will defer to his judgment.

Commander Gerik, please overlook
my cynical view of the relationship
between our companies.

Soren Shrewd Strategist Face FC
Soren
Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

No harm done.

The Greil Mercenaries likely owe their
strength in part to shrewd insights
like yours.

Glad that's settled! Two mercenary
groups at each other's throats would
have been a messy inconvenience.

Anna Commander Face FC
Anna
Ike Young Mercenary Face FC
Ike

Looking forward to working with you,
Commander Gerik. Let's keep our
employer safe and happy.

Same. Let's get the job done with
minimal losses.

Gerik Desert Tiger Face FC
Gerik

Ephraim: Dynastic Duo[ | ]

Ephraim: Dynastic Duo - C

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Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

It occurs to me, Ephraim, that your
difficulty retaining what we study is
not the fault of your intellect.

Rather, I think it is because books
fail to engage your interests. Is that
not so?

You're probably right. But what's
to be done about it?

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

Greetings, Prince Ephraim and Lyon.
What brings you to the library today?

Ah, Prince Alfonse. We were reading
up on the history of your realm, as a
matter of fact.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

One of us was, at any rate.

It is only a matter of effort, and of
keeping the right mindset, Ephraim.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

I adore books, but I do relate to the
struggle of rote learning. Desks and
lectures sometimes try my patience.

All the same, I understand that I must
one day lead my people. It would be
irresponsible not to prepare.

Listen well, Ephraim. These are the
words of a man suited to govern.

We should learn from his example.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

Indeed. Prince Alfonse, might I ask
a favor of you?

It would be helpful to me to learn the
history of Askr from someone with
direct personal experience of it.

Let's be mindful not to take up too
much of the man's time...

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

If learning my country's history is
your aim, I would be happy to teach
you what I know.

Excellent. I find I retain a great deal
more from personal stories than from
dry historical records.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

I understand completely. I'll begin
then with my country's founder, Líf,
and the Divine Dragon Askr...

Ephraim: Dynastic Duo - B

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Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

Good. Now, remember to let the
weight of the lance work for you
as you lunge!

Right. Hiya—aaah!

Argh... No, that's no good. I feel as if
the blasted thing is controlling me,
not the other way around.

Face it, Ephraim. I am simply not well
suited to fighting on the front lines.

You and I are just not cut from
the same cloth. I will never wield a
lance with anything like your skill.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

What was it you said about effort
and the right mindset?

If reading required me to train my eye
muscles to lift the weight of a man,
I would have held my tongue.

Compared to you and Eirika, I have
always been the fragile one.

But even if I did possess great
physical strength, I would be loath
to use it. I despise conflict.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

You're too gentle for your own good.

I can't always be there to protect
you. Battle is chaotic. Sooner or later,
circumstances will pull us apart.

When that time comes, I want you to
be able to defend yourself.

Prince Ephraim, Prince Lyon.
Lance training today, is it?

Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

Yes, Prince Alfonse. As you can see,
Ephraim is getting his revenge.

You've got the better end of the deal.
A lance is heavier than a book, but at
least you won't fall asleep wielding it.

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Ephraim
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

Hah! That is you in a nutshell, isn't it?

While we're on the subject of lances,
Prince Alfonse... I hear your sister is
quite formidable in the art.

Do you think Princess Sharena would
consent to teaching Lyon here a thing
or two?

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Ephraim
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

No, no—please don't drag the
princess into this, Ephraim!

I think she would be delighted. I will
ask her, next I see her.

Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

Wonderful...

Ephraim: Dynastic Duo - A

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Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

You two have quite a rare friendship.

It's not every day you see two people
who so deeply believe in and support
one another.

We each visit the other's country
often, to get a sense of life there.

I think if we could combine the best
of Renais and Grado, we could form
something truly special.

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Ephraim
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

Agreed.

A mutually beneficial relationship
between Renais and Grado is the key
to prosperity for both.

Not everyone necessarily sees it that
way, however. Trust is an issue.

The scars of the past have a way of
hindering future alliances.

That is a hard truth.

Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

It is all the more reason I am grateful
for my friendship with Ephraim.

Lyon...

As long as you and I remain friends,
we will continue to work for the
well-being of both our countries.

Consider that a promise.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon

I share that sentiment, and am happy
to take you at your word.

For the moment, however, Askr's
needs take priority. Prince Alfonse,
consider us at your service.

I will. Thank you.

Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

Ephraim: Dynastic Duo - S

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Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

...

Something troubling you, Alfonse?

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

Not exactly.

I was just thinking of a dear friend
I once had in the Order of Heroes.

There was a time when I saw the two
of us as totally inseparable, but...

Differences of opinion ultimately
drove us to walk separate paths.

It sounds as if the natural course
of life caused you to grow apart.

Ephraim... It pains me to consider the
possibility, but our relationship may
someday follow a similar trajectory.

Some person, event, or change we
cannot foresee may drive a wedge
between us.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

Maybe so. But whatever the future
holds, all we can hope to do is focus
on the here and now.

This is a fair point. No other way
to see it, really.

No matter what happens, I hope you
know that as your friend I will
respect the choices you make.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face FC
Ephraim

I will hold you to it—and do the same.

Prince Alfonse... This friend of yours,
if he is anything like either of us, does
not begrudge you for your choices.

You may have your differences now,
but that does not devalue the time
you spent together as friends.

The bond you describe is not the sort
that fades easily with time.

Ephraim Dynastic Duo Face
Lyon
Alfonse Prince of Askr Face FC
Alfonse

Thank you. I sincerely hope that
is the case.

For now, I will bide my time, think of
how I might help him...and trust he
will one day return to me as a friend.

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