Eirika/Supports

C Support

 * Ephraim: Eirika, are you all right?
 * Eirika: I am fine, Brother.
 * Ephraim: I'm right here, so please call me if you need anything. I'll always be nearby.
 * Eirika: Yes, thank you. But you do understand that I am here to fight, don't you? I cannot ask you to watch me constantly. I am your sister, not your ward.
 * Ephraim: Eirika...
 * Eirika: Wait, don't... What are you--?
 * Ephraim: You looked a little upset... I thought I would stroke your face like I used to...
 * Eirika: Please stop it. You're treating me like a child...
 * Ephraim: Oh, I'm sorry. It's just an old habit... Besides, you were always the one who pestered me to do it when we were little. Don't you remember?
 * Eirika: N-no, I don't remember! That was such a long time ago... Ahh... Dear brother, please try to remember where we are right now. What would our companions say if they saw us in such a personal moment?
 * Ephraim: Yes, that would be embarrassing... Forgive me, I did not mean to do anything you would find unpleasant.
 * Eirika: N-no... I didn't mean that... It's just--
 * Ephraim: So, you really do want me to stroke your face?
 * Eirika: No! I mean, look...
 * Ephraim: Ha ha, you always did blush so easily! You haven't changed at all!
 * Eirika: E-enough! Brother...you are starting to anger me!

B Support

 * Eirika: Yaa... Yaa!
 * Ephraim: Eirika, try taking a deeper step forward when you lunge. Otherwise, you might find it hard to dodge the counterthrust of a foe. That's why you always want to end a duel with a single blow. Don't give your opponent the chance to return the attack.
 * Eirika: Ah, Brother! Thank you for the instruction! I suppose I still have a lot to learn.
 * Ephraim: No, not at all! Rather, I am surprised at your rapid progress after such a short time! I think you would give me an excellent match were we to spar.
 * Eirika: You really think so? And yet, I feel... Sigh... If only we lived in a world where such skills were not even necessary.
 * Ephraim: I see... You're a peaceful soul. All of this fighting... It must be hard on you.
 * Eirika: It is... I just pray that this fighting will end as swiftly as possible. No one desires this war. So why must it continue?
 * Ephraim: ...Indeed. And yet there is fighting in every generation. In ancient times, our ancestors fought all manner of evil beast. But once the beasts were subdued, man then fought against fellow man... So we learned from Lyon.
 * Eirika: I know... But if men understand the futility of fighting, why do they do it? We could gain so much more by cooperation than by conquest.
 * Ephraim: You may be right... ...But I think... I understand why.
 * Eirika: Why, Brother...?
 * Ephraim: I pray for peace to return to our fair Renais. I know that war brings only sorrow. And yet, somewhere in my heart... There is a lust for battle that cannot be stilled. It screams within me when I clutch this spear...
 * Eirika: Brother...
 * Ephraim: Perhaps it is because I am a man. Perhaps it is because I was raised to fight. I enjoy the practice of my art. I find pleasure in the battle victorious. And the stronger I become... The more strongly the call to arms sounds within my ears. I want to see how great is the skill that I have acquired. It may be crass and low, but I cannot deny it.
 * Eirika: Brother...
 * Ephraim: You would disdain me for this?
 * Eirika: No, I could never... But, Brother, listen. No matter why you fight... Please ensure that this fighting brings good to our people and to our kingdom.
 * Ephraim: Of course. I am not so far gone as that. And I could not bear to see you cry for our people. Besides, I would fear the judgment of your mighty sword!
 * Eirika: Brother, I--!
 * Ephraim: Ha ha! I'm joking, of course!

A Support

 * Eirika: Just...a bit longer.
 * Ephraim: Yes, you may be right. There may be an end to this fighting soon. We may yet defeat the evil in this land and return it to the hands of men. Then, Renais may enjoy its former glory.
 * Eirika: Yes... You will be crowned king of Renais, and I will help you rebuild our land. We will make it a happy and prosperous country, free of conflict. Just as we three used to dream about...
 * Ephraim: We...three. Lyon was here with us, wasn't he? We three had so many grand ideas for the futures of our lands.
 * Eirika: Yes... We talked about a lot. But Lyon...
 * Ephraim: ......
 * Eirika: Brother... Brother...please promise that you won't ever leave me alone. Please...promise...
 * Ephraim: Of course. I would never leave you. Why would you ever think I could do something like that?
 * Eirika: Brother...
 * Ephraim: I know better than anyone how you feel, dear sister. Ever since we were born... No, even before... We two have always been together. And together... we will always stay.
 * Eirika: Yes, dear brother...

C Support

 * Eirika: Seth.
 * Seth: What brings you, Princess?
 * Eirika: How fare you, Seth? Ever since the castle fell you have been protecting me, despite your own injuries...
 * Seth: Would that I could have served you better, my lady... You were not meant to see such things. But my wound has closed up, and it does not affect my lance arm...
 * Eirika: Wait. Show it to me. Look. The wound has closed, but it has not yet fully healed.
 * Seth: ...... What made you think of this, my lady?
 * Eirika: Your fighting is as superb as ever, Seth. But when you raise your lance, I see a flicker of pain on your face, as if you were merely enduring it... But it only lasts a moment. Perhaps it is all just my imagination...
 * Seth: Your Highness, please put your mind at ease. My wound has healed. There is no reason to worry.
 * Eirika: I would that were so, Seth. Please do not overextend yourself. I beg this of you. Without you, I may not be able to continue this quest...
 * Seth: You praise me too much, my lady...

B Support

 * Eirika: Hrrngh... Hahh! What do you think?
 * Seth: Your sword arm is magnificent, my lady. You have improved yet again.
 * Eirika: Thank you. It is only because I know my brother will scold me if I do not practice every day. But I still am nowhere near your level of skill, Seth.
 * Seth: ...My lady, I hardly think...
 * Eirika: Perhaps next time, you could spar with me and help me learn some technique? The basics I've learned from my brother all apply to skills with the spear. If I could learn the sword techniques of the Knights of Renais, then perhaps I could be even stronger. I would be of greater help to you on the battlefield.
 * Seth: Yes, but... Princess Eirika, I think you should stay away from the front lines. You are of the royal family of Renais. Please leave the fighting to me...
 * Eirika: Still... How can I just watch from afar while others risk their lives for me? I cannot rely on you always. I must learn to protect myself. So please, continue to observe as I practice.
 * Seth: Princess Eirika...

A Support

 * Eirika: Seth, do you have a moment? Could you help me practice a bit right now?
 * Seth: ...Princess Eirika. Before I do, there is something I must say to you.
 * Eirika: Yes, what is it?
 * Seth: Please forgive my rudeness... Princess, I am merely your subject. Recently, you have been too close to me. It is not becoming of a noble of Renais to fraternize in this way with her subjects.
 * Eirika: Oh... But I... it's just that your wound has not yet... I was merely...
 * Seth: It's true. The wound I received the day our castle fell has not yet healed... Perhaps it will afflict me to the end of my life. But it would be a mistake to assume you owe me a debt for this wound. This thought should not rest beneath the crown you soon must wear.
 * Eirika: But still, you suffered for me...
 * Seth: Lady Eirika. You are a noble of Renais. The nobility should not favor one subject over another. How can they maintain their fealty if you treat one so differently?
 * Eirika: ......
 * Seth: You may have to forego such attachments just to defend your country. There will be times when victory in battle demands a sacrifice. If you cannot send your men to die, then you are not fit to rule.
 * Eirika: ...... I understand... Seth... You are correct. I had forgotten my place, and I had forgotten my duty. Please forgive me.
 * Seth: ......
 * Eirika: That night... We fled from the soldiers of Grado... You held me tight, keeping me safe from the enemy's blades... Perhaps...I did feel something more for you then. But...it was improper for a queen of Renais. And with my father dead, I suppose that is my station. I am a queen, and you are a knight in my service. If I do not keep this in mind, then I will never be able to rebuild our kingdom.
 * Seth: I thank you for your understanding, my lady. Now, if you will excuse me...
 * Eirika: ......
 * Seth: Princess Eirika. If you would allow me to say one more thing...
 * Eirika: Seth...?
 * Seth: ...That night... I felt what you felt. When I held you in my arms as we rode into the night... It was the first time since I was knighted that I forgot my duty. I thought of you not as my queen, but rather as someone I wanted to protect from all harm. I wanted to leave everything behind... To take you far away to someplace where we could be together... Those were my thoughts...
 * Eirika: Seth...
 * Seth: Please forgive me. I swear to you that I will never again forget my duty in that way. Now, please excuse me. When I see you next, it will be as a Knight of Renais... And I will lay down my life to protect my queen.
 * Eirika: Seth...

C Support

 * L'Arachel: Good day to you, Princess. What a funny thing that we should meet here! It is providence, I tell you!
 * Eirika: L'Arachel, it is NOT providence. It is not even a coincidence. We agreed to meet here when we planned out our battle strategy. Wait... Don't tell me that you don't remember that!
 * L'Arachel: We planned this? I suppose I simply don't usually worry about such trifling details. And here we are, so I suppose that our plan must be working.
 * Eirika: I suppose you're right.
 * L'Arachel: Still, divine providence or not, isn't it strange and wonderful? A beautiful princess traveling with such a ragged bunch as this... You could have told me much sooner, you know!
 * Eirika: My apologies. Necessity demanded that I conceal my identity at the time.
 * L'Arachel: Oh, it is no longer any worry. To be honest, I believe I had figured out your ruse from the very moment we met. I said to myself, ?This lovely woman could only be of my own superior breeding.? After all, you could never truly fool a woman with my keen mind.
 * Eirika: My. How...impressive.
 * L'Arachel: There is something about nobility that simply cannot be hidden from its kin! Why, Eirika, certainly you must have felt the same thing upon seeing me? You surely saw a refinement and grace of carriage surpassing that of common folk?
 * Eirika: Err... Aheh... Yes, why...the very first time I met you, I could see that you... You were very far from common.
 * L'Arachel: Exactly. Far from common. I could not have put it better myself. It's simply impossible to travel incognito these days.

B Support

 * L'Arachel: Take that! And that and that and that!
 * Eirika: L'Arachel? What are you doing?
 * L'Arachel: I'm practicing! I want to be prepared for when those fiends next show up. You never can tell where or when they'll appear, after all. And if they were to appear and I were unable to prepare a magical attack... Well, I'd like to be ready to whack them with this staff of mine.
 * Eirika: Ahhh... Don't you think that's a bit, well, dangerous? Perhaps you should stop. If monsters appear when I am around, I promise I'll come to your aid.
 * L'Arachel: That's simply no good, Eirika. You know how those monsters can be. I insist that I be able to hold my own, relying on nothing but my skills.
 * Eirika: I've been curious about something, L'Arachel... Why are you so obsessed with fighting monsters?
 * L'Arachel: ...My parents were kind people. I would be like them if I am able. My home of Rausten is so near to Darkling Woods. We experienced many sudden raids. My parents took it upon themselves to defend our people against the monsters.
 * Eirika: I had no idea...
 * L'Arachel: Yes, but my parents are gone now. I've been told that they passed away when I was but an infant. They...gave their lives defending many helpless people.
 * Eirika: I'm so sorry.
 * L'Arachel: Oh, you needn't be sad. I would not want for that. No, it's wonderful that they gave their lives battling that filth. I was so young that I do not remember their faces, if I must be honest. However, that does not diminish the pride I feel for what they've done.
 * Eirika: Don't you feel lonely at the loss of your parents?
 * L'Arachel: No! Not at all! What do you take me for? Some kind of weakling?
 * Eirika: No, I see that you are strong indeed, L'Arachel.
 * L'Arachel: I should say so. But...would you not say that you are strong, too, Eirika? Your father stayed in his castle, fighting the forces of Grado. He had a noble death, don't you think? Your father was a great man. You must be quite proud of him.
 * Eirika: Well...yes. He refused to take even one step in retreat from the advancing Grado soldiers. But still... I mean, I...I would have thought no less of him if he had fled. Even if he were no longer a brave king... Still... I would be happier if he were still alive.
 * L'Arachel: Eirika... I do understand you. Everyone would tell me of my parents' bravery, of their honor... But I will never see them. I will never know them for myself. Oh, what I would give if I could have met them...just once.
 * Eirika: L'Arachel...

A Support

 * L'Arachel: Eirika... Please hold for a moment.
 * Eirika: What is it, L'Arachel?
 * L'Arachel: About what we were discussing earlier... I would not want you to get the wrong idea. I was not saying I was lonely because my parents were dead. I am not that weak, you know? I have never even...cried...when thinking of my parents.
 * Eirika: I know, L'Arachel. You are a very strong person. We are lucky to have you with us.
 * L'Arachel: I hope you do not think this all too sudden, but... Here. Look at this.
 * Eirika: What's this...?
 * L'Arachel: This ruby has been in Rausten for generations. It is a valuable gem. I would be honored if... I would like for you to have it.
 * Eirika: What? No, I couldn't! It's far too precious to accept...
 * L'Arachel: No, I mean it. Please, accept this as a gift. Here. I won't allow you to refuse.
 * Eirika: L'Arachel... Thank you. I will treasure it. I so wish I had something to give you in return...
 * L'Arachel: You needn't feel that way. Here, I've an idea... Once we've put an end to all the monstrosities in our lands... Invite me to Renais. Does this plan please you?
 * Eirika: Yes...certainly. Of course.
 * L'Arachel: Then we are agreed! Now, you had better not go dying in battle on me. Not until then, at any rate. Do I have your word?
 * Eirika: Yes...let us both live long enough to look back on this time. I am sure that, when we do look back, it will be as the best of friends.

C Support

 * Tana: Ah, Eirika. Shall we ride together for a while?
 * Eirika: Tana, you seem well. And yes, I'd appreciate the company.
 * Tana: I feel I should apologize. I'm afraid I haven't been very much help to you, Eirika. To be honest, I'm still in training, and not quite battle-ready. Perhaps you'd fare better if I were not traveling with you...
 * Eirika: Tana, that's not true at all. You've been a great help to us. I have seen you in action. I know what I'm talking about.
 * Tana: Thank you, Eirika. Heh...I feel so foolish now.
 * Eirika: Why is that?
 * Tana: I look on you as a sister, Eirika. And yet, even though we're the same age, you seem so much more mature.
 * Eirika: Hardly...
 * Tana: It is you who even gave me the courage to leave the castle. I wanted to be out on my own, like you, to pattern my life after yours. I'm simply glad that we are friends.
 * Eirika: Me too, Tana. I'm glad you came. You help to remind me of better times.

B Support

 * Tana: Oh, Brother... I'm going to get you for this, Brother...
 * Eirika: What's wrong, Tana? Has something happened to Innes?
 * Tana: My brother is so cruel! Listen to what he said to me! He told me that I was just in everyone's way... He said I should just go back home to Frelia...
 * Eirika: Oh, dear...
 * Tana: I'm so depressed. He's always like that, too. He just makes fun of me and insults me and teases me. I hate him so much!
 * Eirika: Tana, your brother has a strange way of showing his concern... But he IS concerned about you. You can see that, can't you?
 * Tana: Yes, but...
 * Eirika: Even my brother gets angry at me when I put myself at risk, even for a good cause. Your brother is harsh and rough of speech, but he doesn't want you to get hurt.
 * Tana: Well... I suppose you're right.
 * Eirika: Why don't we go speak with him later? I'll be right beside you.
 * Tana: Ah...all right. But Eirika... I still envy you.
 * Eirika: Me?
 * Tana: You and Ephraim as so close... You understand one another. It must be... so nice. I wish my brother and I shared that kind of connection.
 * Eirika: Well, we are twins, you know. I think that makes us slightly different from normal siblings.
 * Tana: But you two never fight or anything, do you? How do you two maintain such a close relationship?
 * Eirika: I... Well... Isn't that normal for twins?

A Support

 * Tana: Eirika, are you all right?
 * Eirika: I am, thank you, Tana. I always feel better when you're around.
 * Tana: I've been wondering... Eirika, do you think I've grown stronger? I mean, stronger than when I was cooped up in the castle at least?
 * Eirika: Yes, of course you have.
 * Tana: Really?
 * Eirika: Tana, you should have more confidence in your abilities. If I had to rely on my own blade alone, I would not survive. But with you around, I know I can keep fighting.
 * Tana: You think? I guess I'm still not sure. Still, it is nice to hear you say that. Eirika, we'll get through this, two of us. And when we do, let's sit together and just relax.
 * Eirika: Sure, Tana. But first, we'll have to apologize to King Hayden.
 * Tana: Oh... Father... I wonder if he's still mad.
 * Eirika: Yes, you probably should.
 * Tana: Say, Eirika. Could you...
 * Eirika: Of course... I understand. You and I will speak to him together. Don't you worry.

C Support

 * Innes: Eirika. I know this might seem sudden, but... I've decided I must protect you for a while.
 * Eirika: What? What do you mean by that?
 * Innes: I was in difficult situation at Carcino. I...must admit that I owe you much for your help that day.
 * Eirika: I... I see.
 * Innes: So now, I've decided to protect you in battle. I don't know how to say this, but... It is unacceptable that I remain indebted to you.
 * Eirika: Oh, you and your fool pride--
 * Innes: Regardless, you can count on me. No arrow can reach all enemies, but I guarantee your safety. will you accept my oath?
 * Eirika: Er.. Sure. I accept. Thank you, Prince Innes.
 * Innes: Follow me, then.
 * Eirika: Uh, wait a moment, Innes. You're an archer... Wouldn't it make more sense if you stayed behind me?
 * Innes: ......

B Support

 * Innes: ...What are you doing?
 * Eirika: What is it now, Innes?
 * Innes: ...I told you I was going to protect you.
 * Eirika: Right.
 * Innes: And yet, whenever an enemy shows himself, you rush in and attack! ...Everyone's going to think you're the one protecting me.
 * Eirika: Well, I can't help you with your image problems, Innes. You're an archer, while I have to fight up close.
 * Innes: That is unacceptable. I said that I would protect you, and I was being quite sincere.
 * Eirika: And I appreciate that. It's nice to know that, when I cross swords with the enemy, you're never far from me, with your bow close at hand.
 * Innes: Eirika... You are so kind... You're so different from that... brother of yours.
 * Eirika: No, not as much as you think. Maybe you only see him as a warrior, as competition, but he is fine and gentle man, capable of great compassion.
 * Innes: ...If you say so. I supposed I cannot doubt it if it comes from your lips.
 * Eirika: Prince Innes, please, try to befriend my brother. I know he would want this as well. I don't know why you dislike him. When I am alone with him, he is so kind.
 * Innes: Forgive me, but I can bear no more of this talk. When I see you look that way, I feel only jealousy for this Ephraim.
 * Eirika: What--?
 * Innes: He is...a hard man to forgive. Perhaps there is only one way to settle this.
 * Eirika: Princess Innes...?

A Support

 * Innes: Eirika. Forgive the intrusion, but I must speak to you at once.
 * Eirika: Prince Innes? What is it?
 * Innes: First, just listen to me. Is there...anyone who lays claim to your heart?
 * Eirika: What? N-no... There's nobody like that.
 * Innes: I see. Then let me speak frankly. Eirika, it seems I have fallen in love with you.
 * Eirika: Wh-what?! This is no place for jokes, Innes! Why would you say something like that?
 * Innes: This is no joke. I am absolutely serious. These feeling surprise me as well. I don't know what to do. Fighting at your side all this time, the emotion just exploded within me. I love you. I could not bear to see you in the arms of another.
 * Eirika: P-Prince Innes! I... I...
 * Innes: No, Eirika. Do not answer now. I have not yet bested Ephraim. I have not earned the right to woo you.
 * Eirika: Wha--? Why are you bringing my brother into this?
 * Innes: With a man like him around, I can see why you show no interest in suitors. If I prove myself his superior, you will surely accepted my hand. If I fail, I release any claim to your affection. But I swear it on the depth of my love that I will destroy that man. Eirika, I will expect your answer then. That's all I have to say.
 * Eirika: Innes! What an...infuriating man! Why does he have to be so...

C Support
Ah, Princess! Yes, I'm trying not to overextend myself today. I see you're looking well, too. Except for...
 * Forde: Aaaah...
 * Eirika: Forde, you're looking in rare form today.
 * Eirika: Yes, Forde? What is it?
 * Forde: Well... I was just thinking about something... Princess, do you find that your armor leaves a bit too much...exposed?
 * Eirika: I beg your pardon?
 * Forde: You know, too exposed. Especially around the...er ...midriff, if you will. Aren't you worried that, in the heat of battle, it might, eh...
 * Eirika: Fly up like this?
 * Forde: Augh! Oh... Uh... You were...just joking. Wow. Don't scare me like that!
 * Eirika: Oh, I'm sorry. That must have seemed rather unladylike. Honestly, though, I do rather like this armor. It's very easy to move around in. Think that freedom of movement is far more important to me in combat.
 * Forde: Well, sure. I guess everyone has his own preference. I've gotten many long years of use from my armor.
 * Eirika: I can imagine. Now that I look at it, I can see all the scars from all your fights.
 * Forde: A knight's greatest pride are the scars his armor bears for him. This battered shell of mine is the only true badge of valor... ...The only real sign that I've weathered blade and arrow for king and country.
 * Eirika: Forde...
 * Forde: Oh, and... Well, in my case... some of these dents are from me falling off my horse. Heh... Oh, and some come from falling asleep in my armor and rolling onto my weapons. Kind of a lot of them, actually. Heh...
 * Eirika: You stood by my brother when he and I were separated, didn't you? I never got a chance to thank you.
 * Forde: Oh, it was nothing. Really. To be fair, Ephraim probably saved my hide more often than I his.
 * Eirika: I doubt that. My brother rushes into battle without thought for consequence. I think, if nothing else, you restrained his natural recklessness. I owe you a debt. Both you and Kyle.
 * Forde: Princess Eirika...
 * Eirika: Forde, Renais thanks you. May you always stand beside us.
 * Forde: At your service, Princess.

B Support

 * Forde: Princess Eirika! Good to see you.
 * Eirika: Ah, Forde. Yes, it's good to have you fighting at my side again. It's only because of your skill that I'm fighting here today.
 * Forde: Well, we all seem to be deep in this fight, milady...
 * Eirika: Yes, there's no pulling back now.
 * Forde: So it would seem. My lady, leave the fighting to us soldiers. Even if there be an unholy hail of arrows, we would ride into them for your sake.
 * Eirika: Ha ha... Why, thank you, sir knight! ...Say, Forde.
 * Forde: Yes?
 * Eirika: What will you do when all this fighting is over?
 * Forde: When the fighting is over? Hm... Good question. Well... I supposed I'll return to Renais... and Take a very, very long nap.
 * Eirika: That does sound like you. And then?
 * Forde: Then? I would like to return to my painting, I think.
 * Eirika: You paint?
 * Forde: Yes, milady. I paint. In the past, I've tried to be quiet about this little hobby of mine. However, quite a few of our group have unearthed my hidden secret.
 * Eirika: Is that so? Well, I'd love to view your work sometime.
 * Forde: Ah, I'd be honored. It's hardly worthy of such an audience, but I'd be glad to show it to you.
 * Eirika: I look forward to it. Oh! And...
 * Forde: Yes?
 * Eirika: Would you ever consider... doing a portrait of me?
 * Forde: I'm sorry?
 * Eirika: Is that distasteful to you?
 * Forde: No! No... It's just that I so rarely do portraits.
 * Eirika: So, it would be a bother?
 * Forde: Not at all! A bother? Really. This request comes from my princess. I'd be more than happy to.
 * Eirika: Thank you, Forde.

A Support

 * Forde: Princess Eirika.
 * Eirika: Forde.
 * Forde: You asked me earlier what I would do when all this fighting ended...
 * Eirika: I remember...
 * Forde: Well, I should have asked you, too. What will you do when this fighting ends?
 * Eirika: Me?
 * Forde: Yes.
 * Eirika: I... ... I'd like to restore Renais and bring happiness back to her people.
 * Forde: ...Princess Eirika...
 * Eirika: It is not enough that this war end...that we go home again. It's not enough that my brother become king. These things aren't enough to make a good country.
 * Forde: ...
 * Eirika: People deserve happiness. They are the reason that we rule. Without the people, there can be no Renais.
 * Forde: To live happily, to be proud of our nation... To restore the happiness of her people...
 * Eirika: Yes, that is my dream now. It is an abstract goal, and perhaps a little vague, but...
 * Forde: No, not at all!
 * Eirika: How so?
 * Forde: I mean, rebuilding a country, now THAT is an abstract goal. But what you've described, that is a wonderful ambition. I've never been so proud to serve the kingdom of Renais.
 * Eirika: Forde...
 * Forde: I've come to a decision! I know I've already sworn an oath, but... I want to renew that vow. Please, let me help make your dream come true! I'll so anything I can to help you...as long as it doesn't require heavy lifting.
 * Eirika: Thank you... I'm very grateful to you, Forde. It feels like this war might never end, and our people give in to despair quickly. But thanks to people like you, who smile in the face of sorrow, they can be saved.
 * Forde: Oh, no. You make too much of it. I'm nothing special. I simply cannot allow myself to worry when there's fighting to be done. You're the special one. You have such a profound effect on us all.
 * Eirika: ...Me? How so?
 * Forde: It is because of you that we can go on. You and the prince are here, risking your lives for the cause. Your guidance, your leadership... It gives us a reason to live as well.
 * Eirika: A reason...to live?
 * Forde: Yes... To restore that radiant smile to your own lovely face.
 * Eirika: Oh!
 * Forde: I fighting to see you smile again, to drive the worry from your face. Of I can do that, then I will be more than happy to paint your portrait.
 * Eirika: Forde...
 * Forde: We'll do it together. Every day is another step closer to the end of war. One step closer to making your dream come true.
 * Eirika: ...Agreed!

C Support

 * Eirika: Master Saleh!
 * Saleh: ...
 * Eirika: Master?
 * Saleh: ...
 * Eirika: ...
 * Saleh: ... ...Oh, I'm sorry, Princess Eirika.
 * Eirika: It's all right. Were you...praying?
 * Saleh: Not exactly. It's called Valega.
 * Eirika: Valega?
 * Saleh: Yes.
 * Eirika: What is it? Is it something to do with Caer Pelyn's cultural history?
 * Saleh: Yes, in a sense. Think of it as a kind of wish. A very pure wish. It is a wish that expands far beyond individual desire.
 * Eirika: I see. I don't claim to understand, but it sounds very interesting. If you don't mind, I'd like to hear more about it later.
 * Saleh: If you like.
 * Eirika: Yes, I would.

B Support

 * Eirika: Master Saleh.
 * Saleh: Princess
 * Eirika: What you were telling me about Valega was most enlightening. It sounds as though you align your desires with the world around you. By knowing the vastness of creation around you, you come to know yourself. And then, by transcending your selfish needs, you wish for a better world. What you told me, it helped me rediscover the importance of that unselfish wish. It's the reason for the war we fight now... The dream of a better world. Because of your Valega, my own conviction was renewed.
 * Saleh: Ahhh, I'm glad to hear that. ... Princess Eirika, you remind me of the warrior princess, Nada Kuya.
 * Eirika: Nada Kuya?
 * Saleh: She's one of Caer Pelyn's ancient heroes.
 * Eirika: I'd like to hear about her.
 * Saleh: I've been told she was a strong woman, beautiful and proud. She spoke with the voice of nature, and she lived at one with the earth.
 * Eirika: But you called her a battle princess...?
 * Saleh: Well, in ancient times, Caer Pelyn was invaded by a foreign nation.
 * Eirika: Really?
 * Saleh: And leading the charge against the invaders was Nada Kuya. She carried a narrow sword made from a fang gifted to her by the dragonkin. With her dragon blade in her hand, she drove Caer Pelyn's enemies away.
 * Eirika: Wow... Quite a story. And you think I--
 * Saleh: Yes. You remind me of her.
 * Eirika: No,no... When Grado invaded Renais, I was paralyzed. I couldn't do anything. It is only because of the sacrifices of others that I could even escape.
 * Saleh: But now, you are here. With your strength, courage, and dignity.
 * Eirika: Master Saleh...
 * Saleh: If you achieve victory, the legend will become reality. You will become the Nada Kuya of this age.
 * Eirika: I see... Yes, I see! I have a reason to fight. I have things to protect. I fight for the future. The future of Renais, the future of my people. Thank you, Master Saleh. Your stories always give me the courage to fight on.
 * Saleh: I'm glad to hear that.
 * Eirika: I pray your wisdom guides us through this war.
 * Saleh: I will do what I can.

A Support

 * Eirika: ...
 * Saleh: ... What troubles you, Princess Eirika?
 * Eirika: Oh, Master Saleh. No, nothing. My mind was somewhere else... Oh, and in the middle of a battle... I'm sorry.
 * Saleh: Don't be sorry. I am not going to judge you for how you think or act.
 * Eirika: Thank you. ... I was just remembering my home. I was thinking about the last time Renais was at peace.
 * Saleh: ...
 * Eirika: There were the most beautiful mountains, the clearest rivers... The scent of wildflowers filled the air. The sky was clear and bright. This was before war scarred the hills and scorched the skies. It was filled with hope and possibility. My brother and I would go hunting with Prince Lyon. ... I would make lunches for us. Ephraim would tease, but Lyon was happy. I... I miss that time so very much.
 * Saleh: Princess Eirika... I give you my word that you will once again see the Renais you love restored.
 * Eirika: Master Saleh... I do hope so. But first, you and I must concentrate on the battle at hand. We must win. Thank you, Master Saleh. Your homeland, Caer Pelyn, was also a most beautiful place.
 * Saleh: We had nothing special. But, because of that, we had...everything.
 * Eirika: I didn't understand that before. Now, I think I know what you mean.
 * Saleh: I am glad.
 * Eirika: When we have to fight no more, please, let me visit you in Caer Pelyn. I would like to know more about your home. About Valega and Nada Kuya.
 * Saleh: You are welcome anytime. Caer Pelyn and I will welcome you with open arms.