Chapter 19: The Final Battle (Script)
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(If Myunit is female)
Marth:
As expected, the Archanean army is extremely powerful. We must approach with great caution.
Chris:
It seems that Hardin has assembled his entire army for the battle.
Jagen:
Even so, the people have lost their faith in Emperor Hardin. They welcome us as liberators. It is certainly very reassuring. This is our final battle. It may drag on but all the same, I would ask that you take utmost care.
Marth:
Chris, the enemy is the Archanean imperial army. The continent's strongest and most renowned military force. It's strange, but I'm not afraid. Chris, if you're here, then everything will be okay.
Marth:
Everyone, let's go!
(If Myunit is male)
Marth:
As expected, the Archanean army is extremely powerful. We must approach with great caution.
Chris:
It seems that Hardin has assembled his entire army for the battle.
Jagen:
Even so, the people have lost their faith in Emperor Hardin. They welcome us as liberators. It is certainly very reassuring. This is our final battle. It may drag on but all the same, I would ask that you take utmost care.
Marth:
Chris, the enemy is the Archanean imperial army. The continent's strongest and most renowned military force. I'm not worried though... I know how strong you are, Chris. You won't lose to anyone.
Chris:
Yes, sire! Please leave it to me!
Marth:
Everyone, let's go!
(Stage Begins)
Vyland:
I knew it. You intend to invade Coyote's palace. The king forbade us from interfering... But I will do anything to protect Coyote! I'll defy his edict if I have to!
(Recruiting Vyland with Roshea)
Roshea:
Vyland! Why are you here? The king told us not to interfere. Aha! Have you decided to join the Altean army like me?
Vyland:
Roshea, I came to bring you back. Why have you turned to the Alteans? We are Coyote's subordinates. Open your eyes! You're being deceived!
Roshea:
You're wrong, Vyland. The time I spent with the Alteans was short, but I know one thing for sure. It's not as Coyote says. They're not evil people.
Vyland:
Roshea...
Roshea:
Vyland, please. I don't want to fight all of you. Especially you, Vyland...
Vyland:
............ Well, Roshea... You were always the kindest out of us in the Wolfguard.. You've always been able to tell which were the good guys, and which were the bad. I can't fight you, Roshea. If you, our brother-in-arms, are this sure, then I believe you. I am your ally from now on.
Roshea:
Vyland...!
(Recruiting Sedgar with Vyland)
Vyland:
Sedgar, hold on. It's me, Vyland.
Sedgar:
What's the meaning of this, Vyland? Don't tell me you've defected!?
Vyland:
Listen, Sedgar. I--I don't know. What am I supposed to do? I loved Coyote like a brother. All I wanted was to fight for him. But... But he has changed for the worse. It's as though he's someone else now...
Sedgar:
......
Vyland:
I wanted to serve him, always. That's why I've been turning a blind eye. I shut myself, trying to remember the Coyote who loved us so long ago. It really hurt to face the truth. That Coyote's not who he used to be... I just don't know anymore. Hey, Sedgar... What the hell am I supposed to do?
Sedgar:
Vyland... I too... I feel the same way. I know he's gone insane, but I looked the other way and blocked my senses. One day, he'll go back to being our Coyote... That's what I kept telling myself.
Vyland:
Roshea has gone over to the Alteans. I cannot fight him. Sedgar, you should come too. I don't know what's right anymore. But I don't want to fight you, either.
Sedgar:
Yes... Even though Coyote's madness was clear to me, I did nothing. I have to make this right.
(Recruiting Wolf with Sedgar)
Sedgar:
Wolf! Hold your fire!
Wolf:
Sedgar! What are you doing?! So you've chosen to betray Coyote?!
Sedgar:
No, it's not like that! This is for Coyote's own good! Something's wrong with Coyote. Even you must know that!
Wolf:
That changes nothing! I will die at Coyote's side! I swore as much! Though all of you might betray us. Though I might be alone. I will not abandon him!
Sedgar:
Even though you disobey his heart?
Wolf:
What do you mean!?
Sedgar:
Wolf, do you remember what Coyote said to you, the day you became commander of the Wolfguard?
Wolf:
......!
Sedgar:
"If I should wander from the path of the righteous, please... lead me back onto it." That's what he said.
Wolf:
I should never have forgotten. The words of Coyote himself... But, to tell me that time has come... That we must... That we must defeat Coyote...
Sedgar:
We have to remind Coyote of the day we swore allegiance to him. No matter how painful it may be... That is our only recourse. I never wanted to believe it would come to this...
Wolf:
Enough, Sedgar! For goodness sake... It would have been better had I died at Adria Pass... I am the commander of the Wolfguard... The life that Coyote gave me... I will not waste it. Even if that should lead to Coyote's death...
(Recruiting Roshea)
Roshea:
Prince Marth... It is I, Roshea of the Wolfguard. I received King Aurelis's pardon and have been waiting for you. I am truly sorry for the battle of the pass. I realize that an apology means little, so I will now fight under your banner. But... the other Wolfguard members have all sided with the Archanean army. I wonder if I could persuade them. Vyland, at the least... Vyland might listen to what I have to say.
(Village 2)
Woman:
Sir Roshea of the Wolfguard had always opposed the battle against Altea. But, he... In the battle of the pass... He perished. I don't hold it against you. That's just how war is... Here, take this. All we want is for this war to end soon.
(House 1)
Lady:
Lord Hardin was once a kind man. Then all of a sudden, it's as if he's a terrifying demon... Ahem... If they 'ear me saying these things, it'll be off with my 'ead as well.
(House 2)
Man:
The Paladin Midia is the pride of Archanea. She's the daughter of Archanea's former supreme commander, Count Owen. She couldn't bear to watch our suffering, so she stood up for us and rebelled. Hey, you... Please, find a way to help Lady Midia.
(House 3)
Woman:
When Princess Nyna and Prince Hardin were married, I thought "peace at last". But now everything's gone insane. Oh, God... What on earth are we supposed to do...?
(House 4)
Old Man:
Such a pity, what befell Lady Midia. She'd just left the ranks and taken up with Astram, but now they've been torn apart again. It's horrible, for that to happen to such a young woman. Can't you do something about it...?
(House 5)
Man:
The Archanean army has changed. The soldiers you see now ain't nothin' but bloodthirsty cutthroats. What's goin' to happen to this kingdom?
(House 6)
Old Woman:
Sigh, these are dark days. All those who oppose Emperor Hardin just wind up getting killed... Our emperor's possessed by a demon...
(Fighting Vyland)
Vyland:
As long as we're around you shall not reach the palace. If you don't wish to die, go home!
(Fighting Nerring)
Nerring:
Gah... It's not possible... That we Archaneans could be defeated! But, as long as I stand here, you shall not enter this palace!
(Fighting Wolf)
Wolf:
I am Wolf, the Wolfguard's commander. Your head is mine!
(Fighting Sedgar)
Sedgar:
You monsters... Why are you invading other nations? Are you so consumed by petty ambition?!
(Killing Vyland)
Vyland:
Coyote...
(Killing Nerring)
Nerring:
: Long live the empire... guh...
(Killing Wolf)
Wolf:
Coyote...
(Killing Sedgar)
Sedgar:
Coyote...
(Stage Ending)
Marth:
Bishop Boah!? You're hurt...! What on earth happened?
Boa:
Ngh... this is terrible... House Archanea must truly be cursed. As you know, two years ago... Hardin and Princess Nyna were wed. In order to restore Archanea to glory, a king was needed. There were but two suitable individuals: King Aurelis's younger brother, Duke Hardin, and you, Prince Marth of Altea... Princess Nyna begged me to wait just a while longer, but once I insisted of its absolute urgency... She said that it could not be you, for Princess Caeda would grieve. In the end, Hardin was our only choice...
Marth:
Let me get this straight. I understand that Archanea could not be without a king. But Princess Nyna, she already...
Boa:
You speak of Sir Camus of Grust? The people must never know... 'Twould be heresy. The decision cost us dearly, but what choice did we have? It was for our country. On the bright side, Hardin was happy. In fact, the thought that he was to be Princess Nyna's husband pleased him greater than his ascension to the throne.
Marth:
I know of his feelings. I know that he would have given his life for Princess Nyna.
Boa:
But sadly, Hardin soon realized that Princess Nyna did not reciprocate his love. It pained him greatly... He shut himself into his room, drinking away his sorrows, and saw no one. Spotting an opportune moment, as Hardin wallowed in heartbreak, Gharnef appeared. The despairing emperor's heart was gripped by the Darksphere in an instant. He completely changed as a person from then. I've made a terrible mistake, out of my concern for this kingdom. Please forgive me, Prince Marth...
Marth:
So that's how it is. ...And what of Princess Nyna? How is she now?
Boa:
Hardin handed Princess Nyna to Gharnef. Gharnef said that he required the blood of noble-born clerics in order to resurrect the Shadow Dragon... Prince Marth, my end is nigh. I shall give you my tome and staff. Please save Princess Nyna. Even if Archanea's destruction cannot be undone... Make sure that she is safe...
