Chapter 16: Reclaim the Capital (Script)
Opening
It was a fierce battle like no other.
However, Altea has been liberated.
Yes, our homeland has been liberated.
"Only the castle remains... If we regain
Altea Castle, where I was born and raised..."
"Thank you, my friends...
Thank you for believing in me..."
Tears shimmered down Marth's face.
And the girl who gently wiped away his tears
couldn't stop her own...
Main story
Jagen:
Chris, we've returned at long last. We're back where it all began...
Chris:
Yeah. It's a curious feeling. It feels like yesterday that I first stepped foot here and yet it seems so far away...
Jagen:
Yes, I remember. When you first arrived here for training, you had no experience of battle. And now...
(If Chris is very strong)
Jagen:
You've grown into one of the continent's finest young soldiers. Chris, with you here, I have no doubt that we can reclaim our homeland. We're all counting on you.
(If Chris is decent)
Jagen:
You have gained much experience as a knight of Altea. Chris, your efforts will decide whether or not we will succeed in reclaiming Altea. We're counting on you.
(If Chris is poor)
Jagen:
Hmm... You haven't really changed very much from how you were back then. Chris, you must work harder on the battlefield from now on. I'm counting on you.
(Map Start)
(If Chris is female)
Marth:
How disgraceful... Thieves inside our fair castle? What if they've stolen the Geosphere?
Jagen:
Sire, we've sighted a suspicious-looking thief making his way north. We should capture him before it's too late.
Chris:
Sire, if you'd allow me the honor, I will go. Your orders, please.
(If Chris is male)
Marth:
How disgraceful... They let thieves inside the castle? What if they've stolen the Geosphere?
Jagen:
Sire, we've sighted a suspicious-looking thief making his way north. We should capture him before it's too late.
Chris:
Sire, if necessary, I shall recover it. Your orders, my lord!
(Macellan joins)
Macellan:
Prince Marth. Please, hold on.
Marth:
Macellan! Did you come here with Dolph?
Macellan:
Correct. Dolph and I are going to be your reinforcements. Archanea has nothing left for me. For the justice that I believe in, allow me to fight by your side again, Prince Marth.
(Enemies converse)
Soldier:
Lord Willow, permission to open the door and attack?
Willow:
Wait. Don't be so hasty. Inform me as soon as any of the chests in the treasury are opened. We will sortie the moment that happens. Both the thieves and the Alteans will want their greasy hands on the loot. While they're busy trying to unload the chests, we will take that chance and attack. Heh heh... This is a battle of intellect, not brawn. Don't forget! Attack when the chests are sprung!
(After a chest is opened)
Willow:
What's that? The chests have been sprung? Now! Open the door! Heh heh heh! Their panicked faces will be glorious!
(Recruiting Astram with Jeorge)
Jeorge:
Astram!
Astram:
Well, if it isn't the turncoat, Jeorge. What form of death would you prefer?
Jeorge:
H-hold your sword, Astram. Even if you fight here, you've no chance of winning.
Astram:
You would have me surrender...? Never! Though I may be the last man standing, I shall fight on. I am a soldier of Archanea!
Jeorge:
Why do you fight? For whom? Emperor Hardin?
Astram:
I think not! Not for him. For Princess Nyna... For Archanea!!
Jeorge:
Then tell me, was it Princess Nyna who ordered you to arms? Do you honestly believe that Princess Nyna would wish for a war like this?
Astram:
She...! I have not seen the princess in some time. She has been ill of late. Hardin is the ruler of Archanea and my liege. I've no choice but to obey. If I do not, then I betray Archanea. And I betray Princess Nyna.
Jeorge:
Astram, Princess Nyna entrusted Marth with the Fire Emblem. Do you understand what that entails?
Astram:
C-come again?! What are you trying to tell me, Jeorge? Are you suggesting that Princess Nyna asked Prince Marth for help?
Jeorge:
Is there any other reason? Come with us, Astram. See the truth with your own eyes. If you die here, how would Midia feel? Live, Astram, for her. Live, and face the truth of what has come to pass.
Astram:
Hmm... I suppose it is unavoidable. But, Jeorge-- Should I learn that this war is a product of Marth's ambition, as Emperor Hardin claims... Heads will roll. Am I clear?
(Fighting Astram)
Astram:
Traitors! You will feel Mercurius's bite!!
(Fighting Willow)
Willow:
Ahaha! Perhaps it is time you realize... The terror of my magic...!
(Killing Astram)
Astram:
Midia...
(Killing Willow)
Willow:
Please forgive me, my liege...
(Stage Ending)
(If Chris is female)
Chris:
Sire. It's over.
Jagen:
At long last, Altea is ours once more.
Marth:
We've all the reason to be happy. But is there news of Elice...?
(If Chris is male)
Chris:
Sire. We have routed the enemy.
Jagen:
At last, Altea is ours once more.
Marth:
Yes, it's a wondrous feeling. But is there news of Elice...?
(Either gender)
Gotoh:
Prince Marth... Can you hear me? I hate to be the bearer of bad tidings, but it would seem that Princess Elice has been kidnapped by Gharnef.
Marth:
Lord Gotoh... Do you speak truly?!
Gotoh:
I have found out that Gharnef commanded his priests to search for clerics of noble birth. It is most likely that Lena and your sister were spirited away by Gharnef.
Marth:
It can't be! What does he intend to do with them!?
Gotoh:
That, I do not know. But something foul is on the cards. There can be no doubt of Gharnef's involvement in this series of unfortunate events.
Marth:
Lord Gotoh! Where is Gharnef now?
Gotoh:
I believe Princess Nyna is his next target. He is probably... at Archanea's palace.
Marth:
I understand. Then I too shall go to Archanea. I still have to free Hardin from the Darksphere's influence. I will defeat the Dark Pontifex Gharnef, and rescue my sister--no, I'll save all of them!
(If you unlocked the sidequest)
(If Chris is female)
Marth:
Hello Chris. It's been too long since we last spoke casually in Altea Castle. This place holds a lot of memories for you, doesn't it? Your long days of training... Not to mention you met Katarina here...
Flashback
Katarina:
I-I'm sorry. I was in a hurry, and... Excuse me, did you come here to become an Altean knight as well?
End Flashback
Chris:
............ Ah! Sire...... Please be careful.
Marth:
Chris?
Chris:
I sense the same enemy presence... as that time. They may already be close...
Jagen:
Sire! We're under attack! It's the assassins!
Marth:
Begin preparations for a counterattack immediately!
(If Chris is male)
Marth:
Hello Chris. It's been too long since we last spoke casually in Altea Castle. This place holds a lot of memories for you, doesn't it? Your long days of training... Not to mention you met Katarina here...
Flashback
Katarina:
I-I'm sorry. I was in a hurry, and... Excuse me, did you come here to become an Altean knight as well?
End flashback
Chris:
............ Ah! Sire...... Please be careful.
Marth:
Chris?
Chris:
I sense the same enemy presence... as that time. They may already be close...
Jagen:
Sire! We're under attack! It's the assassins!
Marth:
Begin preparations for a counterattack on the double!
