Prisoner Release/Script

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Before battle Narration After his father's death places the mantle of leadership on his young shoulders, Ike agrees to continue as Elincia's escort. Narration The company heads to the Bengion Empire, the oldest and largest nation on the continent of Tellius. As Crimea is a former fiefdom of Begnion, the princess turns to them for succor, much as a scared child returns to a parent. Many in Tellius believe that without Begnion's might and influence, Crimea's reconstruction will be nigh impossible. However, Begnion and Gallia have no diplomatic ties and are further separated by an impassable mountain range. So the company is forced to return to Crimea, where they hope to locate a ship to carry them to Begnion. Narration Accompanied by Ranulf the warrior who has volunteered to guide them, the company leaves Castle Gallia behind. With heavy hearts and wounded spirits, they begin the long march back to Crimea. Ranulf Hey, Ike! I heard you're leaving. Going to Begnion, eh? Ike Hello, Ranulf. I was hoping I'd see you. I'd wanted to thank you for everything you've done. I'm glad to have the chance before I leave. Ranulf Well, aren't you the dutiful one! Hey, that reminds me...you were born here in Gallia, right? I knew there was something odd about you. You're awfully friendly for a beorc, you know! Oh, you might not know, but a beorc is what-- Ike I know what it means. It's what you call us humans, right? Raulf Oh, knew that, did you? Well then, let me tell you something else. When we use the word "human," we mean it much the way you beorc do when you call us "sub-human." Ike Really? It's an insult to be called human? I'm glad you told me. I would never have guessed. Ranulf I should warn you, if you run across any laguz who call you that, be careful. They are no friend of yours. Ike Got it. Thanks. I won't forget. Ranulf But I've digressed long enough. Let me explain why I'm here. Ike Huh? Ranulf Princess Elincia, may I have a moment of your time? Elincia Y-yes. Of course. Ranulf The king asked that I give you this. Please, accept it as a gift. Elincia What? May I ask-- Ranulf Within that leather pouch is twenty thousand gold pieces. Beorc currency, of course. Elincia Oh...I truly appreciate this generous offer, but a gift of this magnitude is not something I can accept. King Caineghis has done so much more than necessary already... Ranulf The king is ashamed that he cannot, at this time, provide any personal support. Please. Will you accept his apology and acknowledge his desire to aid you? Elincia But... Ranulf No? Well then, let's try this... Elincia Yes? Ranulf You accept the king's gift. Then, as payment for conducting you safely to Gallia,you hand it over to Ike... Elincia Um... Ike Come on, Ranulf. You can't expect her to accept this. And it's an outrageous fee, no matter how you look at it. Ranulf Twenty thousand gold for the life of a princess? Perfectly reasonable. In fact, it almost borders on insulting! Consider how you have suffered, the lives you have lost...Ten, no, a hundred times this amount would not be unreasonable. Ike ... Elincia I... I have reconsidered. I will accept the king's kindness. In turn, I will present it to my lord Ike...You will accept it, will you not? Ike I...I will. Thank you. Elincia No, my lord Ike. It is I who must thank you. Ranulf Well, now that that's settled, let's move on. Unfortunately, we do not have any ships here in Gallia. If you are to find a ship that will take you to Begnion, you must return to occupied Crimea. Ike If there's no other way, then we'll just have to risk it. Ranulf No matter how cautiously you proceed, you're certain to run into Daein forces. Keep that in mind. Ike I understand. It's too bad we're so short on soldiers...Still, there's not much we can do about that now. However, I will review our supplies carefully before we depart. Ranulf In regard to your personnel problems, the king has decided to lend you what aid he can. Lethe! Mordecai! Mordecai I will join you. Ike Mordecai! And Lethe? Both of you? Are you sure? Lethe None of the others could stand the idea of traveling with humans. I myself tremble with loathing at the thought of going to Begnion, but...When the king gives an order,obedience is the only option. Ike That may be, but having witnessed the combat prowess of the Gallians for myself, I know how fortunate we are. Mordecai We will not fail you. Lethe Hsss! I've no intention of becoming friends! Do not forget that...And stay out of my way! Ranulf Ha ha! You must forgive Lethe. Her tongue cuts as deep as her claws do. I will return once I've reported to the king. While I'm gone, please finish your preparations for departure. Ike Very well. Mordecai is dead Ranulf In regard to your personnel problems, the king has decided to lend you what aid he can. Lethe! Lethe ... Ike Lethe! Are you coming with us? Lethe None of the others could stand the idea of traveling with humans. I myself tremble with loathing at the thought of going to Begnion, but...When the king gives an order,obedience is the only option. Ike That may be, but having witnessed the combat prowess of the Gallians for myself, I know how fortunate we are. Lethe Hsss! I've no intention of becoming friends! Do not forget that...And stay out of my way! Ranulf Ha ha! You must forgive Lethe. Her tongue cuts as deep as her claws do. I will return once I've reported to the king. While I'm gone, please finish your preparations for departure. Ike Very well. Lethe is dead Ranulf In regard to your personnel problems, the king has decided to lend you what aid he can. Mordecai! Mordecai I will join you. Ike Mordecai! Are you sure? Mordecai The king asked for volunteers, but no one else will travel to Begnion. I am sorry... Ike You're more than enough, Mordecai. I've seen how powerful you are, and we're fortunate to have you. Mordecai Is that so? If your words are true, then I am...most happy. Ranulf Good. Everyone's happy. I'll return once I've reported to the king. While I'm gone, please finish your preparations for departure. Ike Very well. Before base preparation screen Soren Ike, here's a summary of our last battle. A character died during the previous chapter Ike ... Soren That's all I have to report. If you'll excuse me. No casualties during the last chapter Soren There were no casualties, and no one suffered permanent injury. We fought excellently. Exit base Ranulf Hey, Ike! Hold up a moment. You know, I was thinking...Since this castle is on the way, we should probably stop by. Ike Um...really? Why? Is there something special about this place? Ranulf Why yes! There is! This is Canteus Castle! Daein seized it early on in the war Now, it serves as a camp for prisoners. I've even heard there are a number of Crimean retainers being held captive in the dungeon beneath the castle. Elincia What?! Are you certain? Ranulf Princess, I'm hurt! Of course my information is reliable. Titania If we can rescue some Crimean soldiers they might decide to join us. That would be quite a boon, would it not? Ike Yes, it would. I think it's worth the risk. Ranulf The question now is how do you open these cells and free the prisoners? Ike The cells are certain to be locked, so in order to open them-- Soren Logic would dictate that the keys will be in the possession of the jailer. We've no choice but to steal them. If we're lucky, the guards will have keys as well...In either case, we must move with caution. We don't want to trade blows with the entire castle garrison. Ike Which means we stay close to the walls and avoid being seen or heard, right? All right, then. Our first priority is to get our hands on the cell keys... Ranulf Hey! You there! Volke I have business with Sir Greil. Where is he? Soren You're sorely lacking in social etiquette, aren't you? State your business. Volke I'll speak with Sir Greil and Sir Greil alone. Now take me to him. Titania What you ask is impossible. Commander Greil is dead. Volke Well. That is a problem. Titania Just who are you, anyway? Volke Call me Volke. Sir Greil hired me. I'm in...intelligence. Ike My father hired you? Volke You are Sir Greil's son, correct? You'll do. Sir Greil hired me to investigate something. You pay my price, and I'll give you my report. Deal? Ike How much? Volke Fifty thousand. Ike That's a bit steep. Volke And worth every penny. Ike I don't have that much...Give me some time. Volke So, you're willing to pay? Ike My father hired you. He must have had a good reason. Titania Are you sure, Commander? We have no way of knowing if he's telling the truth. Ike We'll know when we see the contents of that report. Until then, let's have him travel with us. Volke So that's your plan, eh? Listen, you get the report when I get paid, and I'm not waiting around until then. I'll keep my information for the time being. Call me when you've got the gold. Stop into any tavern along your way. Tell the barkeep you've need of a fireman. You'll see me within an hour. Soren Hold a moment! Soren Intelligence...You said you were in intelligence, right? Is information the only thing you sell? Volke Come out with it. What are you asking? Soren Locks. Can you open locks? Volke Sure. Fifty gold per lock. Ike You're going to have him open the cell doors? Titania Is that wise? We've only just met him. There's no telling if we can trust him. Ike ... Hire Volke Ike Volke, will you help us break into these cells? Volke As long as I get paid, I've got no complaint. Ike Titania? Objections? Titania I told you before, didn't I? You're the commander. If you decide on a course of action, I will but follow. Don't hire Volke Ike Volke, I beg your pardon, but let's pretend this little talk never happened. Volke Hm. If that's how you want things, so be it. I wouldn't have objected to traveling with you, not if it meant steady work, but... Ike Any objections, Soren? Soren I abide your decisions, Ike, as always. Seek advice Ike What do the two of you think? Titania Under the circumstances, I think trusting a man about whom we know nothing is dangerous. I am opposed to this. Soren If we want to get those cells open, I think risk is going to be inevitable. If we don't have to steal keys, we can reduce that risk and improve our chances of rescuing the prisoners. It's worth a shot. Volke ... Conversation continues Ranulf Righto! I'm off. Good luck and all that. Ike What? Wait! You're not going to help us here? Ranulf Much as I would like to, I have a job to do. I will rejoin you when I'm finished. Ike Hmm... I see. Well, good luck to you then. Ranulf Yes, and to you as well! Soren is dead Ike Soren, please look after Princess Elincia. Soren As you wish. Soren and Titania are dead Ike Titania, Soren...Please look after Princess Elincia. Titania Understood. Soren Watch your back. Titania is dead Ike Titania, please look after Princess Elincia. Titania Understood. Sephiran ... Brom Uh...tell me something, will you? What's going to happen to us? Those Daein soldiers took my friends away, and they didn't never come back. What did they do to them?! Oh, something bad happened! I just know it! Kieran Quiet, fool! Keep your cowardly mutterings to yourself. It matters not what vile torture they devise. A true knight of Crimea is bold, steadfast, and strong. I care not if they pull out my nails with tongs or insert pins into the soft flesh of my underbelly or yank-- Brom STOP IT! I can't bear torture! I'm not a professional soldier! I'm just part of the militia! I can't believe I left my family behind for this...Will I ever see them again? Oh, I want to go home. Kieran Curses...If only I had a weapon of some sort. Nephenee Help...will...come. I will not...give up... Ike talks to Sephiran Ike You there! We've come to rescue you. Sephiran ...Ah! Ike You're not a soldier, are you? Your clothing gives you away. Sephiran I am...a pilgrim. My name is Sephiran. Ike You're a monk? Why would they imprison you? Sephiran I was arrested in a nearby village, where I was tending to wounded Crimean knights. I received no trial but have nevertheless been kept prisoner in this place ever since. Ike I see... That explains it. We've come here to liberate the prisoners of war. You should take this opportunity to escape. Sephiran You will set me free? That is most gracious of you. If you've no objection, I would ask your name. Ike I am Ike of the Greil Mercenaries. Please, the cell door is open. You should leave while you can. Sephiran Thank you. Perhaps we will meet again, Ike. Oscar talks to Kieran Oscar You're from Crimea, right? Come on--we're here to rescue you. We've opened your cell. Now's the time to escape. Kieran Ah! It's you! Kieran I could never forget that squint! Knights of Crimea, twelfth regiment...your name is Oscar! Oscar And you're... Wait a moment...You're Kieran, right? Kieran That is correct! I am Kieran...The same Kieran who has sworn himself to be your eternal rival! Oscar Uh...Right...Kieran...So...how've you been? You look good. Kieran As always, your manner is listless and inappropriate. It befits one who would call me foe! You were discharged three years ago...What are you doing here now? Aha! Could it be...You dastard! You've turned your coat and gone over to Daein, haven't you? Rarrrrr! What despicable, contemptible behavior! Unforgivable! Have you no shame? You were my one true rival! Where has your pride gone? Oscar The mercenary company I'm attached to serves under the command of the princess of Crimea! We came here to free any Crimean prisoners. Kieran The princess of Crimea?!? You're not part of the royal guard! How do you know about the princess? Oscar Well, like I said, the princess is our employer and-- Oscar Aha! So that's your scheme, is it? You hope to distinguish yourself by meritorious service and gain the glory that is rightfully mine! Admit it! Oscar Look, my duty is... Kieran Blast you! Curse your name! Curse the name of Oscar and all who call him kin! I will never let you surpass me! Princess! I'm coming! Kieran will be forever at your side! Oscar Whoa...He's even more excitable than I remember. Hard to believe he's actually a decent knight... Ike talks to Nephenee Ike You're a Crimean soldier, right? I've opened your cell. Let's get out of here. Nephenee Who...are you? Ike I'm Ike. I'm with a mercenary company hired by Princess Crimea. I can fill you in on the details later. For the time being, you'll just have to trust me. Nephenee ...Very well. Ike talks to Brom Ike You're a Crimean soldier, right? Come on! I'm here to rescue you! Brom S-seriously? I'm not dreaming again, am I? Ike I'm a mercenary in the employ of Princess Elincia. I'll give you all the details later. For now, we have to move! Brom What? The princess? Oh, happy day! Wait, let me stretch a bit...Ooo...Sorry, I'm stiff from this hard floor...Ow! Ow ow ow! Cramp! Cramp! Ike Oh, for the love of--Come on! This way! Brom All, all right! Hold on a second...I don't remember the king having any children... Ike There's no time to explain! Hurry up! Brom Oh! Uh, c-c-coming! Killed an enemy Daein Soldier L-Look out! We're under attack! Step into the range of an enemy Daein Soldier Gwaah! Enemy soldiers! Daein Soldier Commander Danomill! The castle defenses have been breached! What are your orders, sir? Danomill What fortunate timing. We were starting to run low on prisoners. Do try to capture them alive. I won't have you robbing me of my fun! Daein Soldier As you command, sir! Ike We've been spotted. There's nothing left to do but fight! Danomill is attacked Danomill Look who's come to play! I am so VERY happy to see you. Now then, are you ready to become my prisoners and live a life of eternal bliss within my lovely dungeon? Danomill dies Danomill  You'll not escape...I will see all of you...dead...You will be exe...cu...ted... After battle Kieran is alive Ike I've brought one of the Crimean soldiers who was being held prisoner. Elincia Ahem...I'm sure you are unaware of this, but I am.. Kieran Princess Elincia! Elincia Oh...yes. Quite right. Kieran I am Kieran! I served under General Geoffrey, as leader of Crimea's fifth platoon. My platoon had the honor of escorting you from the palace during Daein's attack! Elincia Really? You were there when... Kieran I was! Lord Renning ordered my platoon to accompany General Geoffrey and serve as your escort. Our mission was to see you safely out of Crimea to Gallia's king. But we failed you...And when you were lost to us...I believed my worthless life was at its end...Yet here you are! To think that I would be so blessed as to see you again...Such emotion...I...The tears...sniff... Elincia Kieran, were there any others? Kieran Such terrific emotion...So--I beg your pardon? Elincia Did anyone other than yourself survive? Kieran Of course! Though I was the only one unfortunate enough to suffer the misery of captivity. General Geoffrey and several of his soldiers fought off the Daein attack. They were able to slip away. Even now, they wait in Crimea, hoping for one last chance to strike a blow against Daein. Elincia Geoffrey...He is alive? Ah...How those words drive off the shadows across my heart...Thank you, Kieran. Thank you...for surviving. Kieran You are too kind, Your Highness. The opportunity to serve you again is the greatest reward I could ask for. For as long as I draw breath, I will stand ready at your side! This, I swear. Nephenee is alive and Brom is dead Ike All right, we all know where Kieran stands...How about you? Will you recognize Princess Elincia as the rightful heir to the Crimean throne? Will you fight for her? Nephenee ...Um... Ike Yes? Nephenee If you can defeat the king of Daein, will this country return to the way it used to be? Is that what you're after? Elincia It is my hope. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Nephenee In that case...I will fight with you. For Crimea. My name is Nephenee. Elincia Thank you, Nephenee. Unknown I beg your pardon. Ike You're... Nephenee O blessed saint! Sephiran Nephenee, have you suffered any injury? Nephenee I'm fine, thanks to you. But what about you? You were captured because you tried to help us... Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. More importantly, where is the fellow with whom you were traveling? Nephenee Oh, Brom...Poor, sweet Brom...In that battle, he... Sephiran Oh...I see...How tragic... Nephenee O blessed one... Brom is alive and Nephenee is dead Ike All right, we all know where Kieran stands...How about you, stranger? Will you recognize Princess Elincia as the rightful heir to the Crimean throne? Will you fight for her? Brom Look here. My name's Brom. I'm just simple country militiaman from Crimea. Now, I don't know much about nobles and stuff. Kings and queens don't matter much when you're workin' the fields. 'Course, I know I'll be in trouble if someone takes my fields away from me, so that's why I joined the militia! This king of Daein's no friend of ours. And I hear he's doing terrible things, too...Vile tortures with rusty nails and...and more! What's going to happen to my family? I left them all back home, and I'm so worried I can hardly see straight. So all I need to know is if you can set things aright and ensure my family's safety. Elincia Do not worry, my friend. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Brom You sound like a lady who stands by her word. Looks like my choice is easy! Brom I'll fight in your name. I'll help you and yours, and we'll send those Daein egg suckers packing! Unknown I beg your pardon... Ike You're... Brom O blessed saint! You live! Sephiran Brom, have you been wounded? Brom I'm fine, but what about you? You were jailed for helping us...I'm so sorry! Oh, I hope they didn't hurt you! Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. More importantly, where is the young woman with whom you were traveling? Brom Ah, the dear lass...Nephenee, in the battle, she... Sephiran Oh, I see...How tragic. Brom O blessed one... Ike All right, we all know where Kieran stands...How about you two? Will you recognize Princess Elincia as the rightful heir to the Crimean throne? Will you fight for her? Brom Look here. My name's Brom, and this lass is Nephenee. We're just simple country militiamen from the same territory. Now, we don't know much about nobles and stuff. Kings and queens don't matter much when you're workin' the fields. 'Course, we know we'll be in trouble if someone takes our fields away from us, so that's why we joined the militia! This king of Daein's no friend of ours. And I hear he's doing terrible things, too... Vile tortures with rusty nails and...and more! What's going to happen to my family? I left them all back home, and I'm so worried I can hardly see straight. Nephenee If you can defeat the king of Daein, will this country return to the way it used to be? Is that what you're after? Elincia It is my hope. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Brom You sound like a lady who stands by her word. Looks like my choice is easy! Nephenee Mine too. Brom I'll fight in your name. I'll help you and yours, and we'll send those Daein egg suckers packing! Elincia Thank you. Unknown I beg your pardon... Ike You're... Nephenee O blessed saint... Brom Master Sephiran! You live! Sephiran Brom, Nephenee...Are either of you wounded? Brom We're fine, but what about you? You were jailed for helping us...I'm so sorry! Oh, I hope they didn't hurt you! Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. Everyone is safe, and that is what matters. Nephenee O blessed one... Conversation continues Ike talked to Sephiran during the chapter Ike Pardon me, may I have a moment? Sephiran Yes? Oh, you're the man I met earlier. I owe you so much for freeing me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Ike didn't talk to Sephiran during the chapter Sephiran Pardon me...May I have a moment of your time? Ike Who are you? Sephiran I am a monk on pilgrimage. My name is Sephiran. Thanks to your efforts, I have been freed from my imprisonment. Ike A monk? Why did the Daein army arrest you? Sephiran I was arrested in a nearby village where I was treating wounded Crimean knights. I received no trial but taken prisoner nevertheless. I was scheduled to be executed on the morrow. I owe you my life. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Ike You don't have to thank us. However, I am curious about your situation. Why were you aiding Crimean soldiers? Sephiran Do you question my story? Ike You're a monk on pilgrimage as well as an ally of Crimean resistance fighters? Under the circumstances, do you blame me? Sephiran Tell me something, Ike. If you came across a wounded person, could you ignore his plight? Ike Normally...No, I could not. But in times like these, where it means risking my own life... I don't know. It's tough to say. Sephiran Ha ha...You're quite honest. However, if actually faced with such a choice, a man such as yourself would not hesitate. If faced with an individual in pain, you would act instinctively. Your body would not wait for the command. Ike Who...Who are you? Really. You're so calm, so full of peace. I can't believe you're a simple monk. Sephiran If you'll forgive me, I must be going. Fare thee well, young warrior. I am certain that we will meet again. Conversation continues Volke ...Ike. Ike Oh, hello, Volke. What do you want? Volke I was thinking about traveling with you for a bit. I'll be in the general area, so if you need anything, you can call me. I'll help you out...for a fee, of course. Titania What did you say? Ike Why would you do such a thing? In times such as these, there must be many parties that need...intelligence. Volke Well, you've sparked my curiosity. And besides...No, we'll just have to leave it at that. Titania That's not acceptable. Volke Don't be so inflexible. It's not as if I'll be joining your merry band or anything. This is strictly business. Titania And yet you-- Ike Titania. Soren I believe this is a good opportunity. We will almost certainly have need of this man's talents. He is a dubious character at best, but at least we know his motives. Everything begins and ends with gold. He'll be easy to control. Ike Soren, he's standing right there. Soren I don't think he minds. Titania What will it be, Ike? The decision's yours. Accepted Volke's proposition Ike Very well. You may do as you like. Volke Excellent. Call me if you need anything. Declined Volke's proposition Ike I'm sorry, but I cannot accept your proposition. However, as we discussed earlier, I will summon you when we have the fee for my father's information. Is that acceptable? Volke Agreed. Be seeing you. Conversation continues Hired Volke Ranulf First the thief and then that monk...What an odd band of characters you've attracted! Ike Ranulf! Have you finished your errands? Ranulf All done! But about those two-- Ike Yes, they're both rather mysterious. Ranulf Well, the monk seems like a decent enough fellow. Ike Determining who is a friend and who is a foe is something I must be able to do. But it's just so hard. Ranulf That's only because you don't have enough information to base your judgment on. All we can do now is press on. Ike You're right... Refused to hire Volke Ranulf That thief? Volke? I don't know how, but he's just vanished. I can't find hide nor hair of him. First him, and then that monk...What an odd band of characters you've attracted Ike Ranulf! Have you finished your errands? Ranulf All done! But about those two-- Ike Yes, they're both rather mysterious. Ranulf Well, the monk seems like a decent enough fellow. Ike Determining who is a friend and who is a foe is something I must be able to do. But it's just so hard. Ranulf That's only because you don't have enough information to base your judgment on. All we can do now is press on. Ike You're right...

Soldier
Ike ... Tiger Laguz You there! Beorc! What do you think you're doing? Ike I was trying to get back to my room, but I've lost my way. Can you tell me which way I need to go? Tiger Laguz It's this way. Follow me. Hey! Not so close! Walk behind me. Ike What? Tiger Laguz Er... Pardon me. The king has ordered us to treat beorc with kindness, but... It will...take some time. It is difficult to fight that instinct. Perhaps some memory of the slavery our forefathers suffered at beorc hands flows in our blood. Ike I understand. I'll keep my distance. Tiger Laguz Very well...Let's go. Ike All right.

Marcia
Marcia And so we put this guy right here, and this dealy-bobber goes there...and we're finished! Ike Packing, huh? Want some help? Marcia Do I want some...? Pfff! You're a hoot, handsome! I'm already done! Ike You're more skillful at this than I would've imagined. Or is it that Mist is woefully inept? Marcia Aw, the Begnion pegasus knights were always moving around, so I learned to pack quickly. They used to train us on it all the time...Go here... Pack this...Fun stuff! Ike Is that so? I can see that you have a strong sense of duty. Quitting the Begnion pegasus knights to join us must seem... Marcia What are you saying? I'm a burden now? Ike Um...no. I'm very grateful you're here. As I told you before, we're short on personnel. Marcia Oh. Good then! And I'm happy to be here! Um...say, Ike? You don't need to worry about me quitting the Begnion service. My decision wasn't based solely on my desire to repay you... Ike You had other reasons? Marcia Yes. I...I'm also searching for my missing brother. He may be a dolt and a scoundrel, but he's all the family I have in this world. Remember when you found me? When we were fighting the pirates? Well, I was trying to track him down. But every time I go looking for him, I end up in some dangerous situation with ugly boat monkeys trying to kill me. Ike Heh. So that's why you decided to join us, is it? I can understand that. Marcia So, are you sorry you asked? Ike Not at all. The important thing is finding your brother as quickly as possible, right? Marcia That's the plan!

Lethe
Lethe ... Ike You seem...depressed. Lethe Look at who I'm trapped with! Of course I am depressed... And keep your worthless observations to yourself. All of you are so slow...I can't believe you're still not ready. Ike Sorry about that. If we were like you and didn't need to carry anything, it would be easier, but...We have weapons and things to get ready. Lethe Weapons of steel are a human weakness. Without them, you cannot fight properly. Ike But...Lethe, you're carrying a dagger, aren't you? In the scabbard on your leg? Lethe This...is not for fighting. Ike Then what's it for? Lethe I use it to remove small bones from meat. It can also cut fruit into bite-sized pieces. It has proven quite useful. Ike Hmm... Lethe What? If you've got something to say, spit it out! Ike You despise beorc, but you don't mind beorc-crafted tools? Lethe If something's good, it's good. Denying something's obvious worth out of petty spite is foolish. It's not that I...I do not despise everything beorc. If every beorc could get along with us as well as you do, I'm certain... Ike Lethe? Lethe This is a ridiculous conversation! I'm leaving now. Ike ...

Unknown
Nephenee is alive and Brom is dead Elincia Ahem...This may come as a surprise, but...My name is Elincia. I am the daughter of King Ramon, the recently departed leader of Crimea...I'm on a mission to liberate and restore our homeland...And I need all the support I can garner. Ike We need to know where you stand. Will you recognize Princess Elincia? Will you fight for her? Nephenee ...Um... Ike Yes? Nephenee If you can defeat the king of Daein, will this country return to the way it used to be? Is that what you're after? Elincia It is my hope. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Nephenee In that case...I will fight with you. For Crimea. My name is Nephenee, by the way. Elincia Thank you, Nephenee. Unknown I beg your pardon. Ike You're... Nephenee O blessed saint! Sephiran Nephenee, have you suffered any injury? Nephenee I'm fine, thanks to you. But what about you? You were captured because you tried to help us... Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. More importantly, where is the fellow with whom you were traveling? Nephenee Oh, Brom...Poor, sweet Brom...In that battle, he... Sephiran Oh, I see...How tragic. Nephenee O blessed one... Brom is alive and Nephenee is dead Elincia Ahem...This may come as a surprise, but...My name is Elincia. I am the daughter of Ramon, king of Crimea, who was so recently killed by Daein's heartless attack. I'm on a mission to liberate and restore our homeland...And I need all the support I can garner. Ike We need to know where you stand. Will you recognize Princess Elincia as the Crimean heir? Will you fight for her? Brom Look here. My name's Brom. I'm just simple country militiaman from Crimea. Now, I don't know much about nobles and stuff. Kings and queens don't matter much when you're workin' the fields. 'Course, I know I'll be in trouble if someone takes my fields away from me, so that's why I joined the militia! This king of Daein's no friend of ours. And I hear he's doing terrible things, too...Vile tortures with rusty nails and...and more! What's going to happen to my family? I left them all back home, and I'm so worried I can hardly see straight. So all I need to know is if you can set things aright and ensure my family's safety. Elincia Do not worry, my friend. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Brom You sound like a lady who stands by her word. Looks like my choice is easy! Brom I'll fight in your name. I'll help you and yours, and we'll send those Daein egg suckers packing! Elincia Thank you. Unknown I beg your pardon... Ike You're... Brom O blessed saint! You live! Sephiran Brom, have you been wounded? Brom I'm fine, but what about you? You were jailed for helping us...I'm so sorry! Oh, I hope they didn't hurt you! Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. More importantly, where is the young woman with whom you were traveling? Brom Ah, the dear lass...Nephenee, in the battle, she... Sephiran Oh, I see...How tragic. Brom O blessed one... Brom and Nephenee are alive Ike Here are two Crimean soldiers who were being held as prisoners. Elincia Ahem...This may come as a surprise, but...My name is Elincia. I am the daughter of Ramon, king of Crimea, who was so recently killed by Daein's heartless attack. I'm on a mission to liberate and restore our homeland...And I need all the support I can garner. Ike We need to know where you stand. Will you recognize Princess Elincia as the Crimean heir? Will you fight for her? Brom Look here. My name's Brom, and this lass is Nephenee. We're just simple country militiamen from the same territory. Now, we don't know much about nobles and stuff. Kings and queens don't matter much when you're workin' the fields. 'Course, we know we'll be in trouble if someone takes our fields away from us, so that's why we joined the militia! This king of Daein's no friend of ours. And I hear he's doing terrible things, too... Vile tortures with rusty nails and...and more! What's going to happen to my family? I left them all back home, and I'm so worried I can hardly see straight. Nephenee If you can defeat the king of Daein, will this country return to the way it used to be? Is that what you're after? Elincia It is my hope. I may not be as powerful as my father, but I will never abandon Crimea. Brom You sound like a lady who stands by her word. Looks like my choice is easy! Nephenee Yes? Brom I'll fight in your name. I'll help you and yours, and we'll send those Daein egg suckers packing! Elincia Thank you. Unknown I beg your pardon... Ike You're... Nephenee O blessed saint... Brom Master Sephiran! You live! Sephiran Brom, Nephenee...Are either of you wounded? Brom We're fine, but what about you? You were jailed for helping us...I'm so sorry! Oh, I hope they didn't hurt you! Sephiran It is nothing to fret about. Everyone is safe, and that is what matters. Nephenee O blessed one... Ike Pardon me, may I have a moment? Sephiran And you are? Ike I'm Ike. I'm the commander of this mercenary company. Sephiran That must mean you're the one responsible for giving me back my freedom. I am Sephiran, a monk on pilgrimage. Please allow me to express my gratitude. Thank you.