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Have you come here across Navvir
Highland? Then, you must have met those
ether-based organisms along the way?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I speak of the common monsters
composed entirely of ether...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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These ether organisms have appeared
all across Navvir Highland recently...
And in large numbers, too.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There must be at least two points they're
spawning from, as their exact properties
differ based on location.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Anyway, I'm concerned. When these
organisms gather, they create a strong
ether field that attracts other monsters...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you haven't seen them spawn yourself,
it's possible there is some prerequisite to
it happening that we're not aware of...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you notice a flock of these organisms
in your travels, I'd like to ask you to
eliminate them with all haste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1020 ] |
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Thank you very much. Actually, it's my
little brother who told me all about this.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He vowed to take matters into his own
hands, if the situation did not improve
on its own...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But as his sister, I'd prefer that he
not put himself in harm's way.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm sorry to trouble you all, but I hope you
understand, this is for the common good.
...Fortune be with you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I had hoped someone could act before it's
too late... Well, I hope you'll let me ask you
again when you're less busy...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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At least two spawning locations have been
confirmed for the ether organisms, and
the two flocks' properties seem to differ.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We aren't sure, but we suspect there may
be some prerequisite to the spawning...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you encounter any of the organisms,
it may be best to take advantage of the
opportunity to dispatch them.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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My little brother tells me the ether
organism situation is under control now.
...It's thanks to you, isn't it? Thank you![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This irregular spawning incident is only
one of the many unexplained phenomena
we've encountered here on the Shoulder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All of us living here have to keep our
wits about us if we want to preserve
our peace...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1029 ] |
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Heavens spare me...
I really don't want to die
in a place like this...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ahh...
I'm...saved...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Were you the ones that defeated
the Antols? Please accept my gratitude.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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My name is Laffaelle.
I'm an Armu herder from Gran Dell,
a town to the south-east of here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The Armus have recently started
running out of fodder just within the
town walls, you see...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So I was walking around, trying to find
some more grassland, then suddenly...
angry Antols![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]People tell me I get far too focused
when it comes to the welfare of my herd...
I should probably pay more attention.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, right, Gran Dell. Like I said, to the
south-east of here. Head that way
and you'll see a big gate before long.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Also, if you find yourselves in Gran Dell,
do come to see my Armus, all right?
They're almost unspeakably adorable![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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There's a lot of nice, juicy grass here,
so I'll pick enough to get my Armus fed
and then I'll mosey back into town...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thank you for helping me out of a
sticky situation... Things would have been
really grim if you hadn't shown up![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Huh? H-hey, could I get a look at
that ID tag you've got there...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Yeah, I knew I recognised it!
It's my brother's, there's no mistaking it!
Would you...mind giving it to me?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ][XENO:sel sel=・Hand it over/・Keep it ] |
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Thanks! You don't know how
happy this makes me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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But if this fell out of the Somnivore Lexos,
that means, at long last, my brother found
his nemesis...and lost...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You know, when we were evacuating the
capital, it was him that drew the monsters
off to buy us enough time to escape.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If it wasn't for him, we'd never have made
it as far as Gran Dell... He was our saviour,
he really was.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Afterwards, he must've learned somehow
that the Somnivore Lexos could be found
at Soltnar Seal Island...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm certain he went there to remove the
beast and secure the path for anyone
coming from Alcamoth after us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hey, by the way... My brother also had this
bangle that was a family heirloom...
You haven't found that too, have you?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...You haven't, huh? That's a shame...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Last I saw him, he was heading from
Barouh Plaza towards Cinnabar Plateau.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I've already searched between Cinnabar
Plateau and here, but found nothing...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you were willing to help, could you look
for the bangle on the plateau beyond?
I'd be most thankful if you brought me it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1030 ] |
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It's a decorated bangle...
I hope you'll have more luck than I did.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What, really?! Well...
I suppose it changes nothing... Please
let me know if your decision changes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Last I saw my brother, he was
heading from Barouh Plaza towards
Cinnabar Plateau.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I've already searched between Cinnabar
Plateau and here, but found nothing...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you were willing to help, could you look
for the bangle on the plateau beyond?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's a pretty special thing, so I think you'll
know instantly when you find it.
Thank you for your help, friends.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh! So you've found the bangle?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Yes! That's it! That's exactly it!
It's all misshapen, though...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The bangle was decorated so gaudily
to distract enemies. My brother must've
thrown it at something as he fought...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thank you for retrieving it for me.
I'll be the one to wear it proudly from
now on.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I can only hope it will remind me to be
a protector of the people, just like my
brother before me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Here is a token of my appreciation.
Please, take it. ...And thanks again![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh-meh... Shoo-Shoo is just looking
at tree. If friends not need anything,
please to get out of tuft of Shoo-Shoo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]Cannot tell anyone that fell from tree...
Who ever heard of Nopon girl who can't
climb trees...? Meh... So embarrass...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh-meh... Shoo-Shoo is just looking
at tree. If friends not need anything,
please to get out of tuft of Shoo-Shoo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It not look like just looking at tree.
Face look almost pained expression.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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H-h-h-how you know?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Nene have brotherpon of similar age,
so learn to read all sorts of signs.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Has something happen?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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OK, well... Shoo-Shoo love to climb trees.
Climb every tree in area, sometimes twice![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But then, Shoo-Shoo stop paying
attention, and get discovered by
monsters![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Luckily, manage to climb up this tree
just in time to escape from attack.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But then, once monsters go away,
Shoo-Shoo breathe sigh of relief so deep,
slip off branch and fall down![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That when Shoo-Shoo get hurt, and now
cannot even move. And also... Somehow,
climb trees now feel scary-dangerous...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But who even hear of Nopon that
not climb trees...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That not even little bit right!
But first, should deal with hurty-hurty![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Heal hurty-hurty is trivial part.
Just need Peppity Herb.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1031 ] |
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Shoo-Shoo not need help!
Will get by fine on own strength...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Should not talk nonsense when Nene
offer help. Now, please tell: where can
find Peppity Herb?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh? Nene pick Peppity Herb instead?
It grow on top of Cragmaw Caverns, but...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That all Nene wanted to hear.
Leave to Nene! Is teeny-tiny deal![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Then get out of tuft like Shoo-Shoo said!
Shoo-Shoo not need anything from you![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Peppity Herb grow on top of
Cragmaw Caverns. As for Shoo-Shoo,
Shoo-Shoo not going anywhere...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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If Nene bring Peppity Herb, injury of
Shoo-Shoo get better in moments![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Nene bring Peppity Herb!
Shoo-Shoo can relax now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thankings, meh.
Shoo-Shoo will be back in running
order sooner than soon.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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And how are feelings about
tree-climbing?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Still maybe bit scary... MEH-MEH![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What was big shouty-voice for?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Shoo-Shoo hear something!
Pawsteps of monsters that came
after Shoo-Shoo![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]They not give up on Shoo-Shoo
and come back to finish job!
Shoo-Shoo not want to get ate![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Nene and friends will deal with!
Please to remain calm![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Monsters not give up on Shoo-Shoo
and come back to finish job!
Shoo-Shoo not want to get ate![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Please let Shoo-Shoo talk to Nene!
Have to say thanks![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Amazing! Nene is monster-strong![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Naturally! But Nene only so strong
because friends fighting with.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Injury of Shoo-Shoo also all heal up
in time it took Nene to win scuffle![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That very good news.
...And how about climbings?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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When Shoo-Shoo watch Nene fighting,
heart fill to bursting with courage![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now feel like could climb any tree again![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But maybe not these trees.
If climb here, monster maybe come again...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That good thinking. Most important
thing in tree-climbings is feel safe and
have fun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thankings, Nene!
Now, Shoo-Shoo go home before more
monsters show ugly mugs. Bye-bye![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Huh? You want something from me?
Your faces kinda have that look.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Right, I see. That sounds rough...
And you came from Companions' Cape?
Then, ah, I've got a question for you...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]On your way to Gran Dell, did you come
across any hard-looking rock, or rare
materials, or anything like that...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:sel sel=・Saw some hard rock/・Saw rare materials/・Saw ether deposits ] |
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You're serious? All right, tell me more.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Agh, too bad!
Sorry, but none of that is news to me...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Yeah, I know all about those.
We have a few of them in Gran Dell as well.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, well, still. Thanks for telling me
about that. I've got something to talk
to you about as well, if that's OK...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Right, so. I'm currently making tools for
those fixing and expanding the ramparts...
and I'd like to make 'em stronger.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That's why I've been asking after better
materials. Well, actually, I've got an idea,
but I'll need a catalyst to make it work...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm not tough enough to track it down by
myself, but since you knew all kinds of
other materials, I figured, you know...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Say, now I think about it, couldn't I just
ask you lot to get it and bring it to me?
That'd be way easier, right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The catalyst I want to use is found near
the Barouh Ruins Cave. It's a stone
people call the Cerulean Shard...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As for your reward... Hmm.
Maybe I could upgrade any tools you're
carrying while I'm working on ours?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I can work with anything. Like, for
example, that Ether Pick you've got.
How about it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I bet I could strengthen it to improve the
output, so you could mine better stuff!
Not too shabby, eh?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1032 ] |
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I was hoping you'd say that![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Phew, I'm really glad you just happened
to be walking right by! Well, don't let me
stop you. I'll be waiting![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Aww, so you won't?
I guess I can understand if you're busy...
Come back if you're ever at a loose end![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The catalyst I want to use is found near
the Barouh Ruins Cave. It's a stone
people call the Cerulean Shard.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]In return, I'll upgrade the Ether Pick you're
carrying while I'm working on ours!
I'll be waiting![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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You lot look dusty from the road!
Any chance you have my catalyst?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Yes, that's it! Thanks bunches!
I knew I was onto something when
I asked you lot for help![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Right, let's get to the good part.
Lend me your Ether Pick, won't you?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Sorry to keep you waiting! What do you
think, huh? Sleek form factor, right?
You can feel the power at a distance![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There are ether deposits in Gran Dell too,
so feel free to test the improvements out
for yourselves.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]What was I thinking...? It's all well and good
to want to photograph monsters, but how
could I forget about my cowardice...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]But what are my options? Ask someone
to do it for me...? It'd have to be someone
who could operate this machine...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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You are...
A Homs, a High Entia, and Nopon...?
The perfect specimens...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ah, no no no, don't mind me.
Please pretend you didn't hear that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, we're sorry to disturb you...
What are you doing out here anyway?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, er, ahahah...
Nothing suspicious, you have my word.
Please, don't start suspecting me...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As you can see, I'm a Machina. After
arriving on the Bionis' Shoulder, I was
stunned by the level of biodiversity here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]From there, I decided to study the local
monsters, and came here to take photos
of some of the species.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]Photos, huh? Wow, I haven't seen any
of those since I was at Dunban's house...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Which monsters did you come to
photograph?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Deinoses and Elucas.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But, there's a problem. Whenever I face
one of the beasts, my legs start shaking...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You guys look pretty strong, so I bet
you wouldn't know how that feels...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh, hey...
Do you know how to use a camera?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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A camera? Well...
I've never actually used one properly,
but I have tinkered with them a bit...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Right, right... Well, if that's the case, it's
probably safe to say you could learn?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Sure. I understand how it works,
theoretically, so I should be able to
figure out the handling.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Great!
Then I hope you won't think it
too forward, but...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Would you mind taking the monsters'
photos in my place?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Um, I'm not convinced I'll be able to
take very good pictures, though...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That's all right!
The camera will respond to your desires
and do the lion's share of the work.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1033 ] |
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OK! In that case, you'll be needing this...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What I'm after is photos of two species
of monster: the Glow Deinos and the
Dozy Eluca.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]For the Deinos, I'd really like you to get
a night shot. The critter itself should live
somewhere nearby.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As for the Eluca, a daytime snap would be
best. They live up the slope towards the
Purifying Falls from Shoulderstone Scree.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I figured it'd be a bit sudden...
Well, I doubt I'll find anyone else to do it.
So give me a shout at a later time, OK?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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How is the hunt going? All well, I hope?
If you need the details again, I don't mind
giving you a quick reminder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What I'm after is photos of two species
of monster: the Glow Deinos and the
Dozy Eluca.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]For the Deinos, I'd really like you to get
a night shot. The critter itself should live
somewhere nearby.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As for the Eluca, a daytime snap would be
best. They live up the slope towards the
Purifying Falls from Shoulderstone Scree.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Fingers crossed you get them in
a good light![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thank you so much!
They're wonderful photos,
I'm impressed![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It'll be a great asset to our ongoing
survey of the Bionis' Shoulder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Uhm... I've been unsure whether to say
this next part, but I think if I didn't, I'd
never forgive myself... So here goes...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Please let me study yourselves too some
day![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Donate your bodies to science!
It would be for a good cause![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Hey, you! Please listen!
Ms Winnie is feeling sad![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And I know exactly why! It's because
she lost her wedding ring while
escaping from Alcamoth![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That's why she's feeling blue! And
I, Ardred, have long thought it imperative
that I rescue her from her state![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]What? No! I don't have an ulterior motive,
nor is it a 'crush'! Perish the thought![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If... If I had to call it anything, I'd call it...
...That's it! I'd call it compassion![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]And therefore! I thought I ought to
present her with a new ring! But I know
not how to make one![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And also, I cannot move from here!
On account of my duty to guard the
townsfolk![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And thusly, I must enlist your services to
seek out someone who could make a ring
for me! I trust you will assist me?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1045 ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Yes! I knew you would understand!
Return with a ring and I might just sing![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]What do you mean, 'no'?!
Well, do come back when you
feel like saying 'yes' instead![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Find someone who can make a ring,
then make a ring and bring it to me![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll be standing guard right here!
I'm begging you, this is important![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Oh! The ring is ready?!
What superb make it is![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Err... Did I hear you right?
Qarz made this, you say?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Grrrrr...! To tell you the truth,
I'm no fan of that faux nerd scrapper![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But this isn't about me! It's about Winnie!
I guess I should be thankful for the ring![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Ms Winnie used to live in Alcamoth
with a High Entia of pure blood!
That's why she's alone now...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Back in those days, she felt rather
embarrassed to live in the capital as a
Homs! And I could do nothing but watch![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]But things can be different now!
I can't bear to see poor Ms Winnie wear
her sorrow on her sleeve any more![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I shall give her this ring and make her
a happy woman again! Thank you so much!
You have no idea how much this means![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hmph. You're after a ring, are you?
I imagine I have it in me to make a ring,
no worries. But...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Can it really be true? That oaf Ardred
wants to give it to Lady Winnie?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm really not a big fan of his
hotheadedness... Mind telling me
the whole story?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, I see... He saw Lady Winnie feeling
down, and decided to cheer her up...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Mgh... I'm really not sure about this,
but if it's for Lady Winnie's sake...
So be it. I'll craft him the ring.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Rumour has it that Lady Winnie lost her
husband coming to this settlement...
She really does seem lonely sometimes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Well, to business. I can't make the ring
without the requisite materials, so I'd need
you to gather some Brightite for me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You should be able to find it in the
stony area down the back of the
Forbidden Hushland. Good luck.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The Brightite I need to make the ring
can be found in the stony area at the
back of the Forbidden Hushland.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Good luck.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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You get the Brightite I asked for?
All right, then it's time for me to get
to work. Let's forge us a ring...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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There you are. Here's the ring
you asked for.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I still think the whole thing is a bit strange,
but do go ahead and give it to Ardred.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I still think the whole thing is a bit strange,
but if it'll make Lady Winnie happy...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, no matter. Go ahead and deliver
that ring to Ardred.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Uhm... I'm sorry to accost you, but...
do you know young Ardred and Mr Qarz?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm actually a little worried about them...
I've heard the two of them departed for
Zekr Marga Quarry some time ago...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, they've been gone a while now.
I thought they would be back already...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It's awfully presumptuous of me, I know,
but wouldn't you be so good as to look
for Ardred and Qarz...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1046 ] |
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Since I lost my husband, young Arded...
and Mr Qarz as well, since I got here...
Well, they've been nothing but kind to me...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If something had happened to them...
I don't... I don't know what I'd do...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I hope it's just baseless worry on my part...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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When we lived in Alcamoth, I was under
the protection of my husband; he was a
pure-blooded High Entia.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But he's no longer here. I can't count
on others to protect me forever...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I don't know why the two of them would
need to go to Zekr Marga Quarry...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Whatever it was, though, I don't want you
to blindly follow them into danger either...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Am I... Am I being selfish here...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I've heard from those two about your
exploits... Thank you, truly thank you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Young Ardred and Mr Qarz have also
promised not to give me any more cause
for worry, so that's nice...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Both of them have been dear friends
to me, and I don't think I could bear
losing them as well.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My husband liked to tell me...
'Winnie,' he'd say, 'High Entia or Homs,
none of us can live by our lonesome...'[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...I hope never to have to say goodbye
to anyone else ever again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Come to think of it, I haven't properly
thanked Ardred and Qarz for the ring...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Maybe I could make them a care package?
Hee hee...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Oh! You folk!
Never expected to meet you here![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Me? Isn't it obvious?
I came to mine for High Ether Crystals![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I heard they let you fight back against
the Fog King. Naturally I'm getting my
weapon upgraded too![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It appears that Qarz had the same
notion...but I expect that brainiac wouldn't
last two seconds in a real fight![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm the only one who can protect
Ms Winnie! Me! I'll be her sword...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Whuh? Ms Winnie was worried?!
About me?!?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Good heavens... How could I not see it?!
To think that I could be the source of her
stress![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]I return presently!
There's no need to fear, Ms Winnie!
I shall be with you forthwith!!![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Huh. It's you. Some coincidence,
running into you out here...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Myself? Well, it's as you can see.
I'm harvesting High Ether Crystals.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know you've incorporated the crystals
into your weapon, but I think they can also
make for powerful armour.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ardred's got it into his head that he'll
make himself a weapon, but the oaf can't
see the bigger picture.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]To keep Lady Winnie safe, surely the key
is to prioritise defensive measures. And
that's exactly why I...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Huh? Lady Winnie asked you to search
for me? Really...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Seems my rash behaviour has caused
her no small amount of anguish...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I'll be returning presently.
Must waste no time in putting
her mind at ease...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I lost my parents in the capital, and
now my brother Loh'ban is the only
family I have left...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You made sure that he came to no harm,
and for that you have my deepest thanks.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Monsters and animals alike have
traits peculiar to their habitat.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I used to research monster ecosystems
back in Eryth Sea, so I thought I knew a
lot...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But the organisms on the Bionis' Shoulder
are so different. I'm basically having to
start with a blank slate...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I kept quiet because we're so short-
staffed at such a critical time, but I cannot
agree with my brother's risk-taking.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I asked him how he fared the other day...
He laughed as he told me he'd nearly been
eaten by a Brog! Well, I'm not laughing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If I were a seasoned warrior, I would drill
more caution into him, whether he liked it
or not...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I never saw much of my family after
I left home. Always too occupied with
my work, you see.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My brother and I would have been
worlds apart had I not returned to
the capital on a whim.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Every cloud has a silver lining,
I suppose...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I've heard the news. If the rift continues
to expand, its reach could very well
extend beyond the Bionis' Shoulder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The Fog King must be dealt with.
You will be the ones to end this all,
I'm sure of it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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If we do reclaim the capital, I'd like to move
back with my brother Loh'ban and give my
parents and the rest a proper burial.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's a dream I'd once given up on. But now,
with your help, perhaps it's a dream that
can be realised...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The Fog King must be dealt with.
You will be the ones to end this all,
I'm sure of it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Hey! You folk know Ms Winnie, right? The
Homs lady who looks after the Armus?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I was worried about her even when we
were in the capital, but now we're here
in Gran Dell, she looks clearly distressed![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It pains me to see her so upset! If only
there were something I could do for her...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hmm...? Now hold on, don't get the wrong
idea! Our relationship is purely platonic![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I just feel bad for her, that's all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Hey! You're not gonna believe this. Turns
out there's some Machina by the name of
Qarz who's got feelings for Ms Winnie![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I put him on the spot, but he said I was
'very much mistaken'. Hah![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Excuses! It's clear as day what that
Machina's thinking! I'd've forgiven him
if he'd been honest with me, but no...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hmm? Jealous?!
What reason have I got to be jealous?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm simply concerned, that's all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Unbelievable... The Armus turned into
Fogbeasts! I'd never have dreamt
something like that could happen...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Winnie's safe, and that's what
matters. Keeping watch over her all this
time turned out to be worthwhile after all![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hmm? Wait! That came out wrong!
I'm not someone of dubious moral
character - far from it![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm just doing what any respectable
citizen would do, that's all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Ah, there you are! I really appreciate
your help with the ring, friends![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I managed to give it to Ms Winnie, and
I think it may just have lifted her spirits
a little![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, and I also told her how you helped
me out. She said she was very grateful![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Giving Ms Winnie the ring was
all very well, but I haven't seen her
wearing it even once![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Ah! Maybe she's afraid of losing it![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That must be it. She doesn't want to put
it on because she fears it might slip off
when she's not looking![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If anything, that just tells me how
highly she treasures my gift![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, that Winnie...
There's a sweetheart if ever there
was one![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Well! Fancy meeting you here![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Me? I'm here looking for High Ether
Crystals, of course![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I heard we'll need one if we're to go up
against the Fog King. Thought I'd see if
I could get my weapon enhanced too![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Qarz seems to have the same idea...
Pah! That brainbox couldn't fight to
save his life![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But fear not! For I shall be the one to
protect Ms Winnie![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Ah, it's you! I must thank you for telling
me about Ms Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I hurried straight back to Gran Dell after
that to assure her that I was perfectly
unharmed![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now that I'm back, she has nothing more
to fear! I shall guard her with my life![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Ms Winnie seems to be in better
spirits now, though it'll take a while
before she's back to her old self.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still, I'm prepared to do everything
in my power to lighten her load![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Hmm? Now, wait a second!
I hope you're not thinking I've got
some kind of ulterior motive here![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My concern stems from a pure
and noble heart![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]You never know when disaster's going
to strike! And we've seen it happen once
before - yes, indeed![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I need to be stationed here so that I can
run to her aid when the need arises![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hmm? No, no no! There is nothing
creepy about this in the slightest![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I am her knight in shining armour,
nothing more than that![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]I don't think Ms Winnie quite grasps the
relationship between Qarz and I...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Try as I might to explain it to her,
she just nods and smiles. She just
won't listen![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]In fact, it seems the more I try to clear
the whole thing up, the more she seems
to misunderstand![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Guh... Of all people, she thinks
I'm friends with that Machina...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...But you know what?
I'm willing to let it go. If it makes her
happy, that's really all that matters![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Little Laffaelle who always helps me tend
to the Armus went off to harvest grass
some time ago and still hasn't returned.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]She mentioned there was a distinct lack
of pastural grass in the area, so I suspect
she tried further afield.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I do hope that my worries are unfounded
and that she'll come back to us safe and
sound...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's just very difficult for me, because I'm
hardly capable of looking for her myself...
You can see why I'm a touch concerned.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I only came to know Laffaelle once we
arrived in Gran Dell. She's such a darling.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The way her eyes light up when she
talks about Armus, you can tell how
dearly she loves the beasts.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have to wonder whether I ever passed
by her in the capital. It's a shame we didn't
come to know each other sooner...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It so happened I was in the capital
before I came to Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Since the day the Fog King attacked,
it's been one tragedy after another...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's got me feeling fragile, like I might fall
to pieces at the slightest provocation...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thankfully, being around the Armus
gives me a little solace.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I'd never looked after an Armu in my life
before I came here. It's been an uphill
battle, to say the least...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I'm starting to get to know the ropes
now, I think. And it's unimaginably cute
when they nuzzle up to you![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Laffaelle told me that you rescued her.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Said she was being attacked by monsters
beyond the city walls and you intervened,
or something to that effect?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well then, I too must offer you my thanks.
You are heroes, in the truest sense of
the word.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I'm overjoyed that Laffaelle
is back with us safely.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We'd become such fast friends, if
something had happened to her, I...
I don't know what I'd...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My heart can't take much more of this
suffering. I feel as if at any moment, I may
collapse under the weight of it all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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One moment the Armus were docile,
and the next they started tearing up
the place...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There was nothing we could do. Nothing...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I...
I can't take this any more...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I don't remember too clearly in all the
chaos, but there was somebody who
came to my aid, led me to safety.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The Armus, though... They turned into
Fogbeasts, and now we'll... We'll never
see them again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just thinking about Laffaelle and the
deaths of such poor, innocent creatures...
Oh, it's too much. It's just too much...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I can't imagine the suffering
Laffaelle is having to go through,
losing her precious Armus...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Yet still she forces a smile,
as if nothing ever happened.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And it got me thinking... If someone as
frail as she can show such strength, I've
no excuse to be wallowing in self-pity.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Sorry? A ring? Yes, I did receive one.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ardred showed up all of a sudden and
gave it to me. It came completely out of
the blue.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But thinking about it now, perhaps he
was trying to cheer me up. I was acting
uncharacteristically gloomy...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, that's right... I heard you worked with
Mr Qarz to make the ring?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm sorry to have dragged you into all this.
Thank you for your patience. You've been
too kind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Sometimes I wonder... Why me?
Why was I the one allowed to survive?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...But here I am, alive. And being a survivor,
I must live on, for the sake of the fallen.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]'You can't give up here,' I keep telling
myself. 'You have to keep on fighting...'[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Pardon? The ring?
Yes, I usually don't have it on.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Don't get me wrong, I think it's very
pretty, but I've always been very bad
with rings.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If I wore it, it would just remind me of
the ring I lost on my journey here...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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"High Entia or Homs, none of us can live
by our lonesome..."[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The words of my late husband have
never rung so true...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Is it me, or do I sense a connection
between Ardred and Mr Qarz?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I've never seen the two of them together,
but I get the impression that they're
always engaging in the same activities...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Perhaps they have some sort of friendly
rivalry going on between them...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh yeah, what did you think of my little
masterpiece, the Reinforced Ether Pick?
Have you given her a swing yet?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:sel sel=・I have/・Not yet ] |
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Wait, really? Wow. So, you like it?
Feels like you've got a little piece of
history in your hands, right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Don't be shy with her.
Swing it like you mean it![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Wait, really?
Then what was even the point?
All that treasure going to waste...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Even Gran Dell has its share of ether
deposits. Try chipping away at some of
those at least, if you can spare a mo'.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Heya. How goes it?
Thanks again for finding me that catalyst.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Me? Everything's hunky dory here.
Especially after all the trouble you went
to for my sake.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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You know, at the end of the day, I think
it's a tool's hardness that's what sets it
apart from the rest.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]After all the positive feedback I got,
I feel like it was all worthwhile making
the thing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh yeah, how are you doing with my little
masterpiece, the Reinforced Ether Pick?
Have you got much use out of her yet?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:sel sel=・Plenty/・Haven't tried ] |
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Wait, really? Wow. So, you like it?
Feels like you've got a little piece of
history in your hands, right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If it's helping you even a little with taking
down the Fog King, that's good enough
for me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Wait, really?
Then what was even the point?
All that treasure going to waste...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You really should try it out before you
go off fighting the Fog King...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Even Gran Dell has its share of ether
deposits. Try chipping away at some of
those at least, if you can spare a mo'.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Have you been acquainted with
Lady Winnie? She's a Homs who fled
here from Alcamoth.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I was very worried for her when we
first arrived in Gran Dell. She was
broken, physically and spiritually.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]She devotes herself to looking after the
Armus these days, and she tries to put on
a brave face, but I can tell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Sometimes there's this most vulnerable
look in her eyes. And I find it really rather
compelling...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Pardon? Ah, err, sorry, perhaps that
was a bad turn of phrase.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I just want to look after her, all right?
Make sure she's safe.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Looks like that Ardred fool's taken
a liking to Lady Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I confronted him about it and he insisted
that it wasn't the case, but I can read him
like a book.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's plain as day from his behaviour.
Why is he trying to hide it? It's just
bizarre...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You see that platform? I often see Lady
Winnie out by the lake from there.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And every time she's out there,
Ardred shows up on the opposite
shore. Without fail.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now is that not a man stricken
by the disease of love?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Pardon? Is he my rival?
Pfft! Surely you jest![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have only the noblest of intentions, and
that's to ensure Lady Winnie's welfare.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What a tragedy, to lose so many
Armus in that commotion...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Looks like even the beasts Lady Winnie
had been keeping are gone.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It gnaws at me, thinking of the despair
she must be feeling right now. Isn't there
anything I can do to help...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Pardon? Are you insinuating that my
actions are not motivated by the purest
of intent?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, I'm sorry to disappoint you, but it's
simply in my nature to attend to those in
need. Namely, Lady Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I hear Ardred gave Lady Winnie that ring.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Which would be fine, but...I happened
to notice that she hasn't worn it yet.
Not even once. Which is worrying.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My craftsmanship was flawless,
I'm sure of it, so... Wait. Don't tell me...
Was it the size...?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...No, no, no. Come on, Qarz, you're
overthinking it now. Ardred probably
bungled up the way he presented it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All I want is for Lady Winnie to be happy.
Is that too much to ask...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I strongly suspect that Ardred's got
the wrong end of the stick about me
and Lady Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He's got some nerve accusing me of
having a romantic interest when he
can't even own up to it himself![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]What? Ugh, don't lump me together
with the likes of him![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Unlike that oaf, I'm only thinking about
what's best for Lady Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hello again! Fancy meeting you here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Me? Well, why else would I be here?
I'm here to excavate some High Ether
Crystals, that's what.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You've used ether crystals to enhance
your weapon, but with a bit of handiwork
they could make an effective shield.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ardred's been banging on about making
arms too, but he isn't seeing the bigger
picture at all.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But fear not!
Lady Winnie will be safe under my aegis,
I guarantee you that![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thank you for delivering that
message from Lady Winnie.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I hurried back to Gran Dell after that
and apologised to her deeply for my
thoughtless behaviour.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll try not to trouble her from now on,
and try to think more carefully about
my actions...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Lady Winnie seems to be on her way to
recovery, but it'll be some time before
she's back to her old self.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know I haven't been much help lately, but
I'd like to do something to help her out...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That is, just as long as it doesn't
involve you-know-who.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Sorry? Jealous? What have I got to be
jealous about Ardred for?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I just want to make sure that Lady Winnie
has everything she needs to recuperate![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What with the Fogbeast incident the
other day, it's clear that we can't fully
ensure Lady Winnie's safety right now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have to be prepared to rush to her side
at the slightest notice...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Excuse me? How does what I just
said and unrequited love have literally
anything do with each other?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Is it so wrong to worry about someone's
welfare and being their shoulder to
lean on in a time of need?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Er... Come again? Lady Winnie thought
that Ardred and I look like good pals?
Haha, very funny.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]What on Bionis' Shoulder led her
to believe such nonsense?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The very idea that it should bring
a smile to her face... It just...doesn't
make any sense![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Urgh... This doesn't sit well with me,
but I suppose I'll let it slide if it keeps
her in high spirits...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Huh... Never thought I'd bump into
anyone around here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I, uh... I'm looking for my brother.
He's gone missing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you find anything that looks like
it could be a clue, please show me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It's just that there are lot of monsters
around here, and some are pretty vicious.
One even tried attacking me once.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I guess I'm probably worrying for nothing,
huh? Still, take care of yourselves, OK?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hm? Do I have any ideas about what
might've happened to my brother...?
Well...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He had this monster you could call his
sworn enemy... A true menace by the
name of Somnivore Lexos.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It used to make its home in Eryth Sea,
but now that the world's been shattered,
I don't imagine they'd meet again...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's not really a strong lead, but if that
thing was sighted near here, I imagine my
brother would have trouble staying away...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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My brother was always the quiet type,
and so gentle, but he always stood up
for others... I really looked up to him.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And if he hadn't stayed behind to help me
escape, I wouldn't be here now...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thanks for finding the ID tag.
I guess now that gives me some closure...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's probably selfish of me to say
this, but I really hope you take back
the capital soon.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We can't go on living like this. Never
knowing what's going to happen one
day to the next...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If the time does come for us to go back,
I'm thinking we should move all the graves
back to the capital.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I've heard that people who fight to
protect the ones they love become
stronger than you could ever imagine.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Maybe that's how it was for my brother.
I wonder if I'll ever find that strength
within me...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Have you guys got something you want
to protect? You seem to have the same
look in your eyes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just like my brother...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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My brother was so wonderful in my eyes,
I'm not sure I'll ever be as great as he is...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But that's OK.
We both share the same blood.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm going to wear this bangle proudly,
and show the world the kind of person
he was![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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So you're off to slay the Fog King, then...
You'd better come back safe.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I already lost my brother.
I don't want anyone else to suffer...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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If you do manage to defeat the Fog King,
we might actually be able to return to the
capital one day...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You've been helping us more than we
could ever hope to repay you. Good luck.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I've heard that people who fight to
protect the ones they love become
stronger than you could ever imagine.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I don't know who it is you're trying
to protect, but...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know in my heart that they're giving
you the strength to fight on.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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My brother was so wonderful in my eyes,
I'm not sure I'll ever be as great as he is...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I think I'd at least like to lead a life
I'm proud of.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Don't worry.
We both share the same blood.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm going to wear this bangle proudly,
and show the world the kind of person
he was![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It dream of Shoo-Shoo to one day
climb every tree in world![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Shoo-Shoo make start on that by
climbing every tree in Gran Dell.
Think big, start small![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But much fear of monster attack, so is
not really climb-safe environment.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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When Shoo-Shoo grow up, it monsters
that become afraid of Shoo-Shoo! Then
danger-trees become safe![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Long time before that day come,
but Shoo-Shoo can wait it out...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The more Shoo-Shoo think it scary,
the more scary it get...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So reversely, should think more like Nene
and become more not-scared?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But when Shoo-Shoo think about that,
it scary all the same![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Shoo-Shoo hear that everyone has
thing called 'true calling'![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If that true, then someone must be calling
from top of tree for Shoo-Shoo to climb![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It dream of Shoo-Shoo to one day
climb every tree in world![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Shoo-Shoo make start on that by
climbing every tree on Bionis' Shoulder!
Think big, start small![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Shoo-Shoo told is not safe to play
outside, so make do with climbing every
tree in Gran Dell instead...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Once Nene and friends show
King of Fog who boss, might get
more peaceful outside...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Then even trees far away become fair
game for Shoo-Shoo climb-a-thon! Meh!
Shoo-Shoo waiting on tentertoes![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The more Shoo-Shoo think it scary,
the more scary it get...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So reversely, should think more like Nene
and fight along with against King of Fog?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Meh-meh-meh! No way no way no way!
Even mere think of is scary![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Shoo-Shoo hear that everyone has
thing called 'true calling'![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Then someone call for Shoo-Shoo from
top of tree! And for Nene and friends,
someone surely call for true Heropon![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Melekanze, you can't just stare at people...
Because it's rude...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Melekanze, be sure to get a person's
permission before photographing them...
Otherwise, it's rude...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Ah, sorry if you were discomfited by
my muttering. I was just reviewing some
photography tips Radzam gave me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have to repeat them to myself from time
to time, otherwise I have a tendency to
forget...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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A Homs, a High Entia, and Nopon...
The perfect combination of silhouettes
to help realise my dream project...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Are you free right now? Would you like to
further the cause of art and science?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Ah.
...I see. That is most regrettable. Please
let me know if you change your mind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Oh? Have you reconsidered putting
yourselves at my disposal for the sake
of cutting-edge art and science?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh.
...You haven't. I do apologise.
I keep jumping to conclusions, don't I.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But that's OK! I'll wait as long as it takes!
When you feel ready to put yourselves
in my able hands, I'll be ready![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I really like the Deinos and Eluca photos
you took for me before.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I tried to snap a few myself afterwards,
but, as I feared, my knees were shaking
so badly, the pictures came out blurry...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Without getting close to the monsters,
I could never evoke the same sense of
danger as you did.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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If the world wasn't in such a state,
I'd love nothing more than to have you
take more pictures for me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But things being what they are, it'd feel
like a bit of an imposition, even for me...
Oh well. There's always later![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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A Homs, a High Entia, and Nopon...
I just can't get over how perfect
a combination you are...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Don't suppose you have a minute?
It wouldn't take long, I'd just need you to
stand very, very still for an hour or so.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Right.
...Right, yes, of course. I'm sorry you feel
that way... Some other time, then.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Oh? I don't want to assume, but could it
be? Are you finally here to put yourselves
at my disposal?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...OK.
...Yes, I kind of suspected as much.
Sorry for getting ahead of myself again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I'm still ready to wait longer! As soon
as you feel comfortable enough to give
yourselves to art and science, I'll be there![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Thank you all ever so much for saving me
from meeting an untimely end before![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My Armus have their bellies full with all the
fodder I brought back for them, thanks to
your timely assistance.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Trust me, you've never seen gratitude
until you've fed a hungry Armu![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Are you here to see my darling Armus,
by any chance?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please, take your time!
They're all cuteness incarnate![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh, heavens above...
Why did the Armus have to turn into
something so hideous as Fogbeasts...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We worked so hard on getting them
big and strong...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If all the Armus turned into monsters, I...
I don't know what I'd have left to live for...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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All of Gran Dell has been working their
fingers right down to the quick, raising
these Armus...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]They're almost like family to me, now...
Oh, it was like losing younger siblings...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm absolutely devastated...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I hear you are headed to subjugate
the Fog King, is that right? The Armus
and I will be cheering you on![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please, if not for us, then do it for them.
You're their only hope...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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The Armus are like family to me.
I can't bear the thought of more of them
having to sacrifice their lives...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please take care of yourselves...
But also get that Fog King out of the
picture, once and for all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |