View source for Chapter 15: The Feral Frontier (Script)

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==Main story==
<br>
<i>Before battle</i><br>
<br>
<b>Nealuchi</b><br>
Oh my! If it isn't young Prince Serenes! Welcome, welcome, welcome.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Nealuchi, you're looking well.<br>
<br>
<b>Nealuchi</b><br>
And feeling well, too, thank you very much. This old crow's as spry as
ever. Hee hee!...Tell me though. How fares your father, King Lorazieh?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
The same as ever. Since that terrible day, he remains abed... He seldom
rises anymore.<br>
<br>
<b>Nealuchi</b><br>
Mmm... I'm not surprised. In the span of a few days, he lost his
family, his friends, and almost all of his countrymen.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Yes...<br>
<br>
<b>Nealuchi</b><br>
And yet, we're blessed that you are still with us! Prince Reyson, if
there's anything this doddering old bird can do for you, please do not
hesitate to ask.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Thank you. I appreciate your kind sentiment.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Sorry to have kept you waiting, Reyson. Nealuchi! You can talk ancient
history later. Leave us at once.<br>
<br>
<b>Nealuchi</b><br>
Yes, yes, of course. I'm sure you've much to talk about, much to say.
I'll just take my leave of you...Please, Prince Reyson. Make yourself
at home.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Hmph! Old Nealuchi's always been fond of House Serenes. When he heard
the White Prince himself was gracing us with a visit, he could barely
contain his joy. So, Prince. What's this all about? We haven't seen
your face around here in a long time, and I'm naturally quite curious
as to your intentions.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Your attitude during the Goldoa meeting piqued my interest. What is it
you're after, Naesala? Why do you provoke Tibarn?<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
You came all this way for that? Are you serious?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Do not mock me, crow king! Tibarn is my father's guardian. If not for
him, we might have suffered the end of House Serenes itself. I will not
brook any insults to him.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Oh, I see. So rather than ally yourself with me, your trusted companion
of old, you would side with this new protector? That's an unfortunate
shift in attitude. I trust you remember that when you and your sister
were young, it was I, and not Tibarn, who watched over you?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Any change in my bearing can be laid at your roost, Naesala. After
all...you, my old friend, are the one who continues to engage in
commerce with my enemy. With humans. If you were to change your ways,
I'm sure we could rebuild the relationship the two of us once shared.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Oh no, that I could never do. You see, humans are essential to the
fulfillment of my ambitions.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
...You've changed, Naesala. If this is the path you've chosen, I've
nothing left to say.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
...I doubt you could ever understand what it means to guard Kilvas,
Prince. To protect an entire country.<br>
<br>
<b>Raven Laguz</b><br>
King Naesala! Duke Tanas of the Begnion Imperial Senate has arrived.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Bring him in.<br>
<br>
<b>Oliver</b><br>
Your Majesty! J-just now, I brushed against the most splendid specimen!
W-was that a Serenes noble? They're supposed to be extinct!<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
And what if it were?<br>
<br>
<b>Oliver</b><br>
Oh, I was right! Wonderful! My eyes did not deceive me. Those dazzling
white wings. And that shimmering hair, sparkling like falling gold
dust...That is the crystallization of beauty in its purest form--<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Duke Oliver, can we please discuss the business at hand? Per your
request, we have appropriated several pieces of art from the ships of
Duke Gaddos.<br>
<br>
<b>Oliver</b><br>
Yes, yes, and you will be compensated as promised. But right now there
is...something else that I simply must have.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Really? Another request? What can we purloin for you today? More art,
perhaps?<br>
<br>
<b>Oliver</b><br>
Oh ho! Something much more stunning. And if you agree to my
proposition, I will double your normal fee!<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
That is a most generous offer. Tell me, what is it you desire?<br>
<br>
<b>Oliver</b><br>
Desire? But surely you've already guessed...<br>
<br>
<br>
<i>Exit base</i><br>
&nbsp;<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Meeting with the apostle was fine, but all she did was pay us and give
us another job. She answered no questions.<br>
<br>
<b>Titania</b><br>
I wonder what she's planning. That cargo... I can't help but believe
that there were living creatures inside, but...What do you suppose the
apostle intends to do with them?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
I don't know. Titania, are all nobles and royals like this? They have
plans and paperwork for every little thing, and their speech is as
confusing as it is tedious.<br>
<br>
<b>Mist</b><br>
But, Ike, the other nobles we know are different! There's Princess
Elincia, and King Gallia, and the dragon prince, too! All of them have
been so nice and friendly and easy to talk to.<br>
<br>
<b>Titania</b><br>
Perhaps the rudeness of the upper echelon is unique to the beorc class
system. Princess Elincia was raised in special circumstances. Maybe
that's why she's so different.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Bah! I could never get accustomed to the culture of beorc nobles.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Tell me, Soren, are you all right?<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
Hm?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Recently--ever since we reached Begnion, in fact--you've seemed
depressed.<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
Is...is that so? How odd. Well, I can think of nothing specific that's
bothering me.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Well, if you say so.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
So, it's time for the desert! Which is the best direction to enter from?<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
...<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Soren?<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
...Eh? Yes, what is it?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
All right, I know there's something going on!<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
I'm... I'm sorry... I was...thinking. What is it you wanted?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Well, I was going to ask you for directions, but it's no longer
necessary. It looks like we're being met.<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
Ah!<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
Who are you? Answer me!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
We're mercenaries. We were hired to take care of a group of bandits
operating in this area.<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
More of the senators' dogs! You cast us as thieves so you can murder us
and hide your guilt! But we will not be defeated! Mark my words! The
day will come when all slaves are free, and then you will pay for your
crimes!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
What on earth are you talking about?<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
No more useless words! Come, my brothers! Take them!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
What? We're facing laguz? I don't like the look of this!<br>
<br>
<b>Soren</b><br>
Laguz or no, it doesn't change the fact that they are brigands. Do not
lower your guard!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
I know what I'm doing. Everyone! Watch your footing in this sand. Take
care and fight well!<br>


<i>After battle</i><br>
<br>
<b>Muarim</b><br>
Haah...haa...haa... We lose...<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
You! You're the leader of this band, aren't you?<br>
<br>
<b>Muarim</b><br>
Yes...I am. I'll resist you no further. Take me with you or execute me
here... I care not. But my companions... Would you let them go?
...Please?<br>
<br>
<b>Unknown</b><br>
No! I won't allow it!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Huh?<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
I won't let you take Muarim!<br>
<br>
<b>Muarim</b><br>
Grrr... Stay back, little one! You were not supposed to expose--<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
If you want Muarim, you'll have to kill me first!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
You're--<br>
<br>
<b>Muarim</b><br>
Yes, he is a beorc child. I claimed him when he was little more than an
infant. He has nothing to do with us...sub-humans...<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
Stop lying! I'm here because I want to be! Who's the leader of the
laguz emancipation army? I am! You're a big jerk, Muarim! Trying to
cover for everyone and get yourself killed? I won't allow it!<br>
<br>
<b>Muarim</b><br>
Little one...<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Hey! I don't care who the real leader is.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
A laguz who calls himself a sub-human is protecting a kidnapped beorc
who claims to lead a laguz emancipation army? Do I have that right?
Because if I do, I have absolutely no idea what any of you are talking
about. Would someone please tell me what is going on here?<br>
<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
...<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
All right... Please go over that again. It's been customary throughout
Begnion's history to keep laguz as slaves?<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
That's right.<br>
<br>
<b>Titania</b><br>
But that's in the past now! Twenty years ago, all slavery was outlawed,
and all laguz were freed!<br>
<br>
<b>Nasir</b><br>
And as far as the general public is concerned, that is exactly what
happened.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
So there's a portion of society that willingly breaks the law?<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
The commoners obey, but there are still many laguz slaves in the homes
of nobles. Muarim and I brought this to the attention of the senators,
but they would not listen. That's why we gathered other fighters. We
break into the homes where slaves are kept and help them escape. Of
course, the nobles can't let this be known publicly, so they brand us
thieves and turn us into wanted outlaws.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
All right. I think I understand your motives,but you're not going to
solve the basic problem this way.<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
We know that. But we can't give up and leave them in chains. We can't
and won't!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Do you mind if I try to help?<br>
<br>
<b>Tormod</b><br>
Huh?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
This sort of beorc behavior is something that's been bothering me. I
think there may be something that I can do...<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Naesala! Stop this foolishness! Where are you taking me? Tell me!<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
It's only a little farther! I'll tell you once we've arrived, just as I
promised.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
I left no word with Tibarn. If I had known we were coming this far, I
would have left a message...<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Here we are. This is what I wanted to show you. Look below you, Reyson.
What do you see?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
What...what is this? How is this possible? What happened here?!<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
...<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
This...is Serenes? Is this what you're trying to tell me?! This
colorless vista, these cracked and withered branches, these lifeless
trees... This is my forest?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
[Sacred trees!] Seed, root, and trunk! [Awake from your slumber] and
heed my cry! [Answer the call of the green, mighty ones!]<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
...The ancient tongue. It's been many years since I heard it last. You
can still speak it.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
The voice of the forest is still. Why... How did this...<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
It's been like this since your clan's been gone. The area near the
entrance is especially bad. They used fire...Most of the trees are dead.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
...Unforgivable. How...how can they do things like this. Cursed
humans... What did this forest do? What did my clan do...<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Humans hold all laguz in contempt. And in the same way, they hold all
of nature in contempt as well. They think everything exists for their
pleasure and betterment...They are beneath contempt.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Naesala... It appears that I have misjudged you. I called you a
groveling toady to humans and labeled you traitor. I was overly harsh.
I apologize.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Not to worry. I engage in occasional commerce with humans...That much
is true. A more pressing issue is the growing darkness. You can return
to Phoenicis tomorrow, can you not? I'm certain that some noble has a
villa in this area. At this time of year, it is almost certain to be
empty. I suggest we borrow it for the evening.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
You would sleep in a human building?<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Think about it... Bird folk like you and I have no night vision
whatsoever. If we were discovered by humans, they would surely
overwhelm and capture us, right?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Mmm... I see your point.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Very good. I'll go stumble around until I find something to eat.
Please...make yourself comfortable.<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Naesala!<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Yes?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Thank you. For everything you've done. I...I appreciate it.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Don't be ridiculous. We're old friends,are we not?<br>
<br>
<b>Reyson</b><br>
Right you are! Old friend.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Is everything in place?<br>
<br>
<b>Raven Laguz</b><br>
Yes. That Duke Tanas cannot sit still. He is literally...quivering with
anticipation. It's not pretty.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
I bet it isn't. Just make sure that mountain of suet stays hidden. If
Reyson catches so much as a glimpse of his bulk, he will take wing.<br>
<br>
<b>Raven Laguz</b><br>
Understood.<br>
<br>
<b>Naesala</b><br>
Now, time to put on the finishing touches. This, too, I do to raise up
Kilvas. Reyson, please don't judge me too harshly. That being said, I'm
sure you will. Ah, well. Such is life. Enjoy your new one... Old
friend...<br>
<br>

<br>
== Base Conversation==
<br>
===Servant===
<br>
<b>Servant</b><br>
Ahem. You are from the northwest nation of Crimea, are you not? You
have my condolences for the terrible misfortune that has befallen your
country and people. Yet you remain blessed! Fate has brought you here
to the Grand Temple Mainal! To the splendor of Begnion, grandest of all
the nations of Tellius. By the way, I hear you are traveling north to
the Grann Desert. There are ancient ruins there, you know? They are the
remnants of a race known as the Zunanma, who come from a civilization
that predates our own. I'm sure you will enjoy the sensation of being
immersed in such primordial surroundings!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Um...yeah. It'll be a real picnic.<br>
<br>
<b>Servant</b><br>
Oh, yes, picnics are indeed nice. Oh, but a word of caution. Studying
the ruins from afar is one thing, but you would be well advised to keep
your distance... For safety's sake! It's said that there's a bandit
stronghold near the northwest ruins. And we hear occasional reports of
strange figures wandering the dunes in the northeast. Be careful!<br>
<br>
===Sigrun===
<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
How are your preparations progressing?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
They're underway. We leave within the hour.<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Your next mission takes you to the Grann Desert. You must choose your
companions with care.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
A desert is just a large patch of sandy soil, is it not?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Ha ha! With one major difference! Unlike sandy soil, you'll not find
solid earth near the surface. You could dig and dig and find only more
sand. Those on foot and horseback may find it difficult to move around.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
I see. I'm sure that Soren knows much about these things, but...<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Hmm? Has something befallen master Soren?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
I don't know if he's feeling ill or just moping about. It all started
when we arrived in Begnion.<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Oh...<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Be that as it may, it won't hurt for me to have this information. Can
you tell me more?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Of course. There's little water in the desert, and the soil is very
dry. Few trees or grasses grow there. Which means there are no groves
or anything else which would provide cover. And, as I mentioned before,
those on foot or horseback will find the sand slows their pace
considerably. The exceptions are magic users, staff wielders, and
thieves. Such people will not be affected to so large a degree.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Thieves are agile, so I understand why they would be unaffected. But
those skilled in the magical arts? That doesn't make sense.<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
I once heard an explanation from a magic user that I know...He claimed
that the spirits he employed flew before him and cleared the sand from
his path. However, considering the source, I'm not sure how much of
that is truth.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Who was the source?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Prime Minister Sephiran.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Would he play a joke like that?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Ha ha! Well, the prime minister is a very amusing man. But, please,
allow me to continue my explanation. What else...? Others who are
unaffected by sand are pegasus knights, wyvern riders, and other flying
units. Oh, and laguz, too. Terrain features don't seem to affect them
much in either form, although they will be slowed some.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
You said laguz, didn't you? Almost everyone here says sub-human.<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Well, of course. Beorc and laguz are both living things. Every precious
life was created to be equal by the blessed goddess. The fact that
there are still those who persecute laguz in the land of the goddess...
It is deplorable.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
...Are you of a noble house?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Yes, I am. One must be of noble birth to serve the goddess.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
But I thought...that all nobles were half-crazed fools who can't speak
the truth. You seem quite honest.<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
Ha ha, I'll take that as a compliment...Oh, and one last thing.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
What is it?<br>
<br>
<b>Sigrun</b><br>
The desert contains the remnants of more than one lost civilization.
Rumor has it that treasures from those times still lie undiscovered
beneath the shifting sands. Those with good luck may come across such
treasures during battle.<br>
<br>
===Makalov===
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Hoooweee! The Grand Temple! Luxury and...gorgeousness as far as the eye
can see. If a scoundrel like myself can find employment in a place like
this, I guess my luck hasn't abandoned me after all.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
...<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
But...for all the glitter and gold, there's an equal amount of
dangerous work. Hmm...That I could do without. Maybe I can use my
prone-to-illness ploy...Cough! Yes, I think I can arrange to work about
one out of every...five jobs or so! And now that I've a fixed income,
it's time to visit the local inns and see what games of chance are
about!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Evening.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
WHAAAA! You... Did you happen to hear any of that?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
You were talking out loud. Loudly.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Um...I, uh... I wasn't being serious...I am an extremely diligent man!
Yes, I am!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Those peddlers you were with...You were in debt to them, right?<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Huh? How do you know that?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
When we took out that group, your debt vanished...<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Yes! You're right! That was a tremendous help. Thanks much!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Come now, you can't believe that the world is as forgiving as that. Or
that we are so foolish.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
What?<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Debts are debts, and you have many. Those peddlers weren't the only
people who were owed coin by you... Right? We can't have debt
collectors hounding the company day in and day out. My staff officer
repaid the rest of the money you owe.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Tha-that's...very kind of you.<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
It was from the company coffers. You, my friend, are now in OUR debt.
You fight to repay the Greil Mercenaries.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Ah! But! Aaah!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Payment will be deducted from your wages. For...quite some time. It
seems you're working for free, friend.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
Oh! I--! Oooh!<br>
<br>
<b>Ike</b><br>
Until your debts are completely repaid, don't even think about leaving
the company. Or getting sick. Right then! I trust you'll do your best.<br>
<br>
<b>Makalov</b><br>
...What a mess...Awww... Nuts!<br>
<br>

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