Quest
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Will you continue to guard the doors?
Of course. If not us, then who?
This is the cradle and tomb of the Hashashins.
Things might have improved a bit,
but monsters still roam here in droves.
Edana... so you really intend to journey beyond?
I suppose I can no longer brand you reckless.
Quest Walkthrough
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Objective
Will you continue to guard the doors?
Summary
Of course. If not us, then who?
This is the cradle and tomb of the Hashashins.
Things might have improved a bit,
but monsters still roam here in droves.
Edana... so you really intend to journey beyond?
I suppose I can no longer brand you reckless.
This is the cradle and tomb of the Hashashins.
Things might have improved a bit,
but monsters still roam here in droves.
Edana... so you really intend to journey beyond?
I suppose I can no longer brand you reckless.
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Objective
Will you continue to guard the doors?
Summary
Of course. If not us, who would defend this place?
It's our cradle and our tomb, isn't it?
Things might have improved a bit,
but monsters still roam here in droves.
So... you really intend to leave again, Ayawaka.
I suppose I can no longer brand you reckless.
It's our cradle and our tomb, isn't it?
Things might have improved a bit,
but monsters still roam here in droves.
So... you really intend to leave again, Ayawaka.
I suppose I can no longer brand you reckless.
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Objective
How's the Sanctuary holding up?
Summary
All the disturbances inside have died down,
and the monsters are quieter, so things are much better.
Honestly, we're still lacking support.
Hope has been in short supply here for far too long.
and the monsters are quieter, so things are much better.
Honestly, we're still lacking support.
Hope has been in short supply here for far too long.
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Objective
You're very different from the you I remember from long ago.
Summary
Hahaha, Ayawaka! Are you trying to brag
that only you escaped the
sands of time?
If there's one thing I've learned after all these years,
it's that nothing ever stays the same.
Of them all, the easiest thing to change
is the heart...
Did I disappoint you? Or do you merely
want to reminisce about our younger days?
In any case, it matters little.
Let's go have a drink sometime soon. Sound good?
that only you escaped the
sands of time?If there's one thing I've learned after all these years,
it's that nothing ever stays the same.
Of them all, the easiest thing to change
is the heart...
Did I disappoint you? Or do you merely
want to reminisce about our younger days?
In any case, it matters little.
Let's go have a drink sometime soon. Sound good?
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Objective
[Knowledge] Hakinza Sanctuary
Summary
You have learned about the Hakinza Sanctuary.
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Objective
[Event] How do I stop Black Wings NPC Knowledge's invasion?
Summary
Black Wings NPC Knowledge has appeared in Aetherion.
Please help us defeat it.
If you wish to return
to Velia Item Skill, I can arrange an urgent transport ship for you.
When you wish to come back here, seek out Martha Kiyen NPC Knowledge in Velia.
※ You can obtain <u>
[Event] Essence of Black Wings</u>
by contributing to the subjugation of World Boss <Distorted> Black Wings.
※ Speak with Martha Kiyen in Velia while you have this item in your inventory
to accept <u>[Event] Signs of Creeping Darkness</u>.
Please help us defeat it.
If you wish to return
to Velia Item Skill, I can arrange an urgent transport ship for you.When you wish to come back here, seek out Martha Kiyen NPC Knowledge in Velia.
※ You can obtain <u>
[Event] Essence of Black Wings</u> by contributing to the subjugation of World Boss <Distorted> Black Wings.
※ Speak with Martha Kiyen in Velia while you have this item in your inventory
to accept <u>[Event] Signs of Creeping Darkness</u>.
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To seek me out so suddenly...
Some question gnaws at your mind, does it not?
Some question gnaws at your mind, does it not?
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To seek me out so suddenly...
You must have some burning questions, Ayawaka!
You must have some burning questions, Ayawaka!
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Objective
Do you recognize this?
Summary
Hmm? What in Aal's holy name is this...? What is this?
Could it be...? Where did you come by such a thing?
Ah, of course. For one who has felled all the traitors to the throne,
it stands to reason that you might possess such a relic.
I, too, have only glimpsed it in the sacred records
passed down to each Qabal of the Hakinza Sanctuary.
Could it be...? Where did you come by such a thing?
Ah, of course. For one who has felled all the traitors to the throne,
it stands to reason that you might possess such a relic.
I, too, have only glimpsed it in the sacred records
passed down to each Qabal of the Hakinza Sanctuary.
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Objective
Do you recognize this?
Summary
Hmm? What in Aal's holy name is this...? What is this?
Could it be...? Where did you come by such a thing?
Ah, of course. For one who has felled all the traitors to the throne,
it stands to reason that you might possess such a relic.
I, too, have only glimpsed it in the sacred records
passed down to each Qabal of the Hakinza Sanctuary.
Could it be...? Where did you come by such a thing?
Ah, of course. For one who has felled all the traitors to the throne,
it stands to reason that you might possess such a relic.
I, too, have only glimpsed it in the sacred records
passed down to each Qabal of the Hakinza Sanctuary.
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Written in the tongue of the Ancients, veiled in time and dust...
Much of it remains indecipherable, even to us.
Much of it remains indecipherable, even to us.
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Written in the tongue of the Ancients, veiled in time and dust...
Much of it remains indecipherable, even to us.
Much of it remains indecipherable, even to us.
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Objective
Mind if I take a look at those records?
Summary
Ah, so you have an interest in the records?
Alas, I cannot let you hold them directly.
To even reveal its existence is a rare gift—
a privilege granted only to heroes of the Sanctuary.
In truth, they are entrusted solely to the Qabal
who oversees Hakinza. It is our burden and bond.
How much? If this is what my Branch Head seeks,
I'll pay whatever it takes. Name your price.
Alas, I cannot let you hold them directly.
To even reveal its existence is a rare gift—
a privilege granted only to heroes of the Sanctuary.
In truth, they are entrusted solely to the Qabal
who oversees Hakinza. It is our burden and bond.
How much? If this is what my Branch Head seeks,
I'll pay whatever it takes. Name your price.
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Objective
Where can I find those records?
Summary
Ah, so you have an interest in the records?
Alas, I cannot let you hold them directly.
To even reveal its existence is a rare gift—
a privilege granted only to trusted friends of the Qabal.
In truth, they are entrusted solely to the Qabal
who oversees Hakinza. It is our burden and bond.
How much? If this is what my Branch Head seeks,
I'll pay whatever it takes. Name your price.
Alas, I cannot let you hold them directly.
To even reveal its existence is a rare gift—
a privilege granted only to trusted friends of the Qabal.
In truth, they are entrusted solely to the Qabal
who oversees Hakinza. It is our burden and bond.
How much? If this is what my Branch Head seeks,
I'll pay whatever it takes. Name your price.
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Ahem! Even if you are Calpheon's rising power broker...
To think everything can be solved with Silver...! A disgrace! Ahem!
To think everything can be solved with Silver...! A disgrace! Ahem!
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Objective
Isobelle...!
Summary
Hm. I appreciate your... lofty ideals.
I see now—not even a mountain of coin can move your noble heart.
He's unmoved by wealth.
So we must simply find other means: steal it or take it by force.
I see now—not even a mountain of coin can move your noble heart.
He's unmoved by wealth.
So we must simply find other means: steal it or take it by force.
Step 26
Lady Isobelle, shall we speak privately?
Surely there's room for... negotiation.
Surely there's room for... negotiation.
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True, Aal's will surpasses wealth.
But having some coin certainly helps, does it not? Haha!
But having some coin certainly helps, does it not? Haha!
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Objective
What exactly is this record?
Summary
Aha... It speaks of a legendary armament.
Said to be worn by none but the true King of Edana!
Let's see... where did I put it? Ah, there!
I myself have never dared gaze upon its pages.
Said to be worn by none but the true King of Edana!
Let's see... where did I put it? Ah, there!
I myself have never dared gaze upon its pages.
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Objective
So much for the sanctuary's honor...
Summary
Aha... It speaks of a legendary armament.
Said to be worn by none but the true King of Edana!
Let's see... where did I put it? Ah, there!
I myself have never dared gaze upon its pages.
Said to be worn by none but the true King of Edana!
Let's see... where did I put it? Ah, there!
I myself have never dared gaze upon its pages.
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I heard you found Hitaji.
My thanks, always, Edana.
My thanks, always, Edana.
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Objective
Are the words he spoke the truth?
Summary
Hahaha! Would you place your faith in the tales of a mere deserter?
Do not let the weight of it trouble you, Edana. The world is heavy enough.
To shape young men into warriors worthy of legend,
we pray each day without fail. That is all that truly matters.
You, Edana, whose hands hold the fate of this world,
need not concern yourself with such trivial matters.
Do not let the weight of it trouble you, Edana. The world is heavy enough.
To shape young men into warriors worthy of legend,
we pray each day without fail. That is all that truly matters.
You, Edana, whose hands hold the fate of this world,
need not concern yourself with such trivial matters.
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Ayawaka! I heard you found Hitaji.
This wretched deserter caused us much trouble! Hahaha!
This wretched deserter caused us much trouble! Hahaha!
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Summary
Hahaha! Would you place your faith in the tales of a mere deserter?
Do not let the weight of it trouble you. The world is heavy enough.
To shape young men into warriors worthy of legend, we pray each day without fail.
That is all that truly matters.
The air grows restless of late, and so discipline has grown harsh.
Yet in truth, little has changed since our own youth! It is as I say—believe it or not! Hahaha!
Do not let the weight of it trouble you. The world is heavy enough.
To shape young men into warriors worthy of legend, we pray each day without fail.
That is all that truly matters.
The air grows restless of late, and so discipline has grown harsh.
Yet in truth, little has changed since our own youth! It is as I say—believe it or not! Hahaha!
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Oh, you're back? I heard you went to Nymphamaré...
Judging by your face, something must have happened.
Judging by your face, something must have happened.
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Back so soon? I heard you went to Nymphamaré...
You never fail to surprise me!
You never fail to surprise me!
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Why not go there and
offer a prayer for Tumaini?
offer a prayer for Tumaini?
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Summary
So, you defeated Rusalka NPC Knowledge!
That explains why our brothers' curse is finally lifting.
...And another precious soul has left us.
Life... is such a fleeting thing, isn't it?
Ayawaka... Tumaini started asking for you
the moment he joined us and waited ages to see you.
When you vanished without a trace, we had to announce
that something bad had befallen you on your pilgrimage.
But I never believed you were gone for good.
That's why, if you ever came back, I wanted you to meet Tumaini.
At least he finally got to see you before he passed.
I hope that brought him some peace.
There's a place inside the sanctuary
where we honor our fallen brethren.
That explains why our brothers' curse is finally lifting.
...And another precious soul has left us.
Life... is such a fleeting thing, isn't it?
Ayawaka... Tumaini started asking for you
the moment he joined us and waited ages to see you.
When you vanished without a trace, we had to announce
that something bad had befallen you on your pilgrimage.
But I never believed you were gone for good.
That's why, if you ever came back, I wanted you to meet Tumaini.
At least he finally got to see you before he passed.
I hope that brought him some peace.
There's a place inside the sanctuary
where we honor our fallen brethren.
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Ah, the hero returns! Forgive me for not greeting you—
there are matters demanding my attention.
there are matters demanding my attention.
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Ah, the hero returns! Forgive me for not greeting you—
as you can see, there are many issues to resolve.
as you can see, there are many issues to resolve.
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Objective
Did "one" Hashashin you trained with flee in the past?
Summary
Why do you ask such things upon your return?
There is neither beginning nor end to these tales... Now is a time for celebration, is it not?
For now, return to your chambers and take your rest.
Tonight, I shall see that a feast is prepared in your honor.
How could I sit idle
when you have become king of this land?
There is neither beginning nor end to these tales... Now is a time for celebration, is it not?
For now, return to your chambers and take your rest.
Tonight, I shall see that a feast is prepared in your honor.
How could I sit idle
when you have become king of this land?
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Objective
Did "one" Hashashin we trained with flee in the past?
Summary
Why do you ask such questions as soon as you return?
There is no beginning or end to these tales... Should we not be busy celebrating?
For now, return to your quarters and rest.
Tonight, I shall have a feast prepared.
How could I remain idle
when my dear friend has been crowned king of this land?
There is no beginning or end to these tales... Should we not be busy celebrating?
For now, return to your quarters and rest.
Tonight, I shall have a feast prepared.
How could I remain idle
when my dear friend has been crowned king of this land?
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Let us share a drink this evening.
For now... duty calls, and I am needed elsewhere.
For now... duty calls, and I am needed elsewhere.
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We shall drink together tonight.
For now... I am beset by many tasks.
For now... I am beset by many tasks.
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I trust you, but... will it truly work?
It must serve as Aal's deliverance.
It must serve as Aal's deliverance.
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You know our plight; our faith wanes.
It must be rekindled.
It must be rekindled.
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A potion to remove the curse...
that will not come cheaply.
that will not come cheaply.
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Objective
We'll brew it ourselves. No shop sells such a thing.
A potion to lift a curse...
that will not come cheaply.
that will not come cheaply.
Summary
You'll make it yourselves?
Didn't think you'd go to all that trouble.
When it is done,
let me know right away.
I'm counting on you!
May Aal's grace guide your hand...
Didn't think you'd go to all that trouble.
When it is done,
let me know right away.
I'm counting on you!
May Aal's grace guide your hand...
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Objective
We'll brew it ourselves. No shop sells such a thing.
Summary
You'll make it yourselves?
Didn't think you'd go to all that trouble.
When it is done,
let me know right away.
Didn't think you'd go to all that trouble.
When it is done,
let me know right away.
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Objective
Hand over the 
Curse Removal Potion.
Curse Removal Potion.
Summary
I trust you, but... will it truly work?
It must serve as Aal's deliverance.
It must serve as Aal's deliverance.
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Objective
Aal's deliverance?
Summary
You know our plight; our faith wanes.
It must be rekindled.
It must be rekindled.
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Objective
That and Aal are unrelated.
Summary
Perhaps. But here, faith and fealty are one.
Your part will go unspoken... You understand, don't you?
Your part will go unspoken... You understand, don't you?
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Objective
...?!
Summary
Ah! Now that's a taste worth savoring.
It'll be perfect for the children.
Aah, don't worry yourself!
I only took a sip. Hah!
But Edana, things like this go through several steps—
and only at the end do we place the Seal.
But for you,
I'll make an exception.
I see no real issue here...
Do me just one favor, and I'll stamp the seal for you.
The corrupted fiends near here have grown strong,
and my brothers are struggling.
So,
I need someone of your strength to lend a hand.
While you're at it, I'll handle the potion approval—
at least, formally.
It'll be perfect for the children.
Aah, don't worry yourself!
I only took a sip. Hah!
But Edana, things like this go through several steps—
and only at the end do we place the Seal.
But for you,
I'll make an exception.
I see no real issue here...
Do me just one favor, and I'll stamp the seal for you.
The corrupted fiends near here have grown strong,
and my brothers are struggling.
So,
I need someone of your strength to lend a hand.
While you're at it, I'll handle the potion approval—
at least, formally.
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Objective
I've lost the 
Red Potion.
Red Potion.
Summary
I got more from the alchemist, but next time,
make sure you don't lose it.
make sure you don't lose it.
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Oh, Edana.
What brings you here today?
What brings you here today?
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Objective
I want to know what you think.
Summary
Ha! Even Edana seeks advice now?
Now this, I find intriguing.
Now this, I find intriguing.
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Well then, what do you wish to hear?
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Objective
Which is more valuable—present or future?
Summary
Ah, Edana.
You ask the most obvious things.
Have you not seen the proud Hashashins
risking their lives to guard this place?
To uphold Aal's will,
they train every single day, without fail.
You ask the most obvious things.
Have you not seen the proud Hashashins
risking their lives to guard this place?
To uphold Aal's will,
they train every single day, without fail.
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For their brothers, there's nothing the Hashashins wouldn't do.
That's why, perhaps, the future is more precious.
That's why, perhaps, the future is more precious.
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Objective
...You speak as if you're not one of them.
Summary
No, that's not it.
There's simply too much I must protect to risk my life so easily.
If I, the Qabal, were absent,
who would oversee the sanctuary's affairs?
I believe each of us doing our best in our own place—
that is Aal's true will.
So I focus on the present,
and give everything I have for everyone's sake.
There's simply too much I must protect to risk my life so easily.
If I, the Qabal, were absent,
who would oversee the sanctuary's affairs?
I believe each of us doing our best in our own place—
that is Aal's true will.
So I focus on the present,
and give everything I have for everyone's sake.
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Don't worry too much, Edana.
As long as you have the necklace, you'll be fine.
As long as you have the necklace, you'll be fine.
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Objective
I don't need the necklace.
Summary
Not fond of necklaces? I'll make you earrings instead.
Don't refuse—just take them.
(...Seems like you're not getting through.)
Don't refuse—just take them.
(...Seems like you're not getting through.)
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Objective
It's not fear.
Summary
Wahahaha! No need to be bashful.
Such a reaction is only natural here in the land of death.
(...Seems like you're not getting through.)
Such a reaction is only natural here in the land of death.
(...Seems like you're not getting through.)
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Objective
...I've brought the ivory pieces.
Summary
Oh? You're back already?
You really are swift.
You really are swift.
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Objective
Anything else you want to say?
Summary
Edana, did you know?
Even the Hashashins fear the future, for it's unknown to all.
When their hearts waver,
they carry this necklace as an amulet.
Can you feel their willpower in it?
And there's only one reason they go that far.
Even the Hashashins fear the future, for it's unknown to all.
When their hearts waver,
they carry this necklace as an amulet.
Can you feel their willpower in it?
And there's only one reason they go that far.
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For Aal's will. For that one belief.
Face the present, for the future to come.
Face the present, for the future to come.
Step 69
Objective
You said you focus on the present. Why?
Summary
Edana! Don't let my words
weigh on you too long.
Like I said before,
what matters most depends on each person's circumstances.
Whatever you choose,
I can understand.
Putting one's own interests first—
that's what mortals do.
It's not a bad thing.
In fact, it might be the wiser path.
weigh on you too long.
Like I said before,
what matters most depends on each person's circumstances.
Whatever you choose,
I can understand.
Putting one's own interests first—
that's what mortals do.
It's not a bad thing.
In fact, it might be the wiser path.
Step 70
Anyway, now that you have the necklace,
you can do even more for us, right?
Nothing in this world comes free, you know. Haha!
you can do even more for us, right?
Nothing in this world comes free, you know. Haha!
Step 71
Thanks to you, the monsters that plagued us have dwindled,
and we can finally breathe easy.
and we can finally breathe easy.
Step 72
Objective
I dealt with them solely for hindering my path.
Summary
Ha! Even humility graces the king.
Now, let us make good use of this rare moment of peace.
Now, let us make good use of this rare moment of peace.
Step 73
Yet, lately, the spirits of our soldiers have fallen low.
No doubt the monsters breaching the Sanctuary are to blame.
No doubt the monsters breaching the Sanctuary are to blame.
Step 74
Objective
I heard the Young Lions were utterly destroyed.
Summary
Indeed. And that is not all.
The Sand Scorpion scouting party was shattered, forced to rebuild from ruin.
If we persist in this manner, greater calamity shall surely follow.
We must find a way to restore the spirits of our soldiers.
The Sand Scorpion scouting party was shattered, forced to rebuild from ruin.
If we persist in this manner, greater calamity shall surely follow.
We must find a way to restore the spirits of our soldiers.
Step 75
Thank you, O King of Edana.
Step 76
Objective
What supplies are required?
Summary
The fallen Hashashins shall be cremated, as tradition demands.
Yet we lack the logs needed for the ritual pyre.
Yet we lack the logs needed for the ritual pyre.
Step 77
Could you fell the trees near the Sanctuary for logs?
I'd ask for about 15.
I'd ask for about 15.
Step 78
Objective
I have brought the logs.
Summary
Already?
You've gathered them so swiftly!
You've gathered them so swiftly!
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And if you could bring 15 of them as well,
it would ease our burdens. For the soldiers' meals, you see.
it would ease our burdens. For the soldiers' meals, you see.
Step 80
Objective
I've hunted the mountain sheep NPC Knowledge.
Summary
You mean to say you've brought all this, and so quickly?
As swift as a sandstorm, indeed! Hahaha!
As swift as a sandstorm, indeed! Hahaha!
Step 81
Try crossing the bridge behind the trading post. You'll find them there.
I'm swamped with duties and cannot accompany you.
I'm swamped with duties and cannot accompany you.
Step 82
Thanks to you, the monsters have grown scarce.
Hahaha! My gratitude!
Hahaha! My gratitude!
Step 83
Objective
It was my duty as a Hashashin. Nothing less.
Summary
Ha! You never disappoint me!
Now, let us seize this rare lull and make ready.
Now, let us seize this rare lull and make ready.
Step 84
Yet, as of late, the spirits of our soldiers have fallen low.
No doubt the monsters breaching the Sanctuary are to blame.
No doubt the monsters breaching the Sanctuary are to blame.
Step 85
Objective
Many young warriors have fallen.
Summary
Yes. And that is not all.
The Sand Scorpion scouting party was decimated, forced to rebuild.
If morale continues to wane, more lives will be lost.
We must find a way to bolster the spirits of our soldiers.
The Sand Scorpion scouting party was decimated, forced to rebuild.
If morale continues to wane, more lives will be lost.
We must find a way to bolster the spirits of our soldiers.
Step 86
Hah. You never cease to uphold honor, Ayawaka!
Truthfully, I knew you could not refuse.
Truthfully, I knew you could not refuse.
Step 87
Summary
And you remain steadfast! Hahaha.
I remember well, before you departed this place.
The funeral rites shall be held by fire, as our forebears decreed.
Yet we lack the logs for the pyre.
I remember well, before you departed this place.
The funeral rites shall be held by fire, as our forebears decreed.
Yet we lack the logs for the pyre.
Step 88
Fell the trees near the Sanctuary and bring us the logs—
about 15 should suffice.
about 15 should suffice.
Step 89
Objective
I have brought the logs.
Summary
Already?
You are swifter than you were in years past! Hahaha!
You are swifter than you were in years past! Hahaha!
Step 90
Hahaha!
None but you could do it!
None but you could do it!
Step 91
Objective
Enough. How many do you need?
Summary
15 mountain sheep NPC Knowledge will suffice.
Leave the rest to me!
Leave the rest to me!
Step 92
Ayawaka! I am counting on you!
I have work piled high.
I have work piled high.
Step 93
Objective
I have brought the mountain sheep NPC Knowledge.
Summary
For one as swift as the sandstorm,
this task is mere child's play! Is it not? Hahaha!
this task is mere child's play! Is it not? Hahaha!
Step 94
Ahem, so... After you took those records,
I too searched the archives of the Sanctuary.
I too searched the archives of the Sanctuary.
Step 95
Objective
Did you find anything else?
Summary
Indeed. What I uncovered was... none other than a piece of the legendary armament itself!
It was just like the one you showed me before.
Given the extraordinary purity of the Black Energy within,
it seems it was kept under the strictest secrecy.
Until now, its true purpose remained shrouded in mystery,
and it is not a material that lends itself to easy processing.
It was just like the one you showed me before.
Given the extraordinary purity of the Black Energy within,
it seems it was kept under the strictest secrecy.
Until now, its true purpose remained shrouded in mystery,
and it is not a material that lends itself to easy processing.
Step 96
Objective
You say you found something more?
Summary
Yes. What I discovered was... a piece of that legendary armament!
It matched exactly what you once revealed to me.
With the Black Energy so pure,
it appears it was hidden away in the most secretive of places.
No one had yet discerned its purpose,
nor is it something one could simply process on a whim.
It matched exactly what you once revealed to me.
With the Black Energy so pure,
it appears it was hidden away in the most secretive of places.
No one had yet discerned its purpose,
nor is it something one could simply process on a whim.
Step 97
Five pieces have been found in total.
It seems our ancestors claimed them through fierce struggle.
It seems our ancestors claimed them through fierce struggle.
Step 98
Five pieces were found in total.
It seems our ancestors claimed them through fierce struggle.
It seems our ancestors claimed them through fierce struggle.
Step 99
Objective
And you share this with me because..?
Summary
Surely the records have already told you?
That armament reveals its true power only in the presence of the King of Edana.
Thus, as Qabal of Hakinza Sanctuary,
I would present you with a special offer.
Though I have entrusted you with the records,
this piece is a sacred legacy of the Sanctuary... I cannot simply give it away.
That armament reveals its true power only in the presence of the King of Edana.
Thus, as Qabal of Hakinza Sanctuary,
I would present you with a special offer.
Though I have entrusted you with the records,
this piece is a sacred legacy of the Sanctuary... I cannot simply give it away.
Step 100
Objective
Why tell me all this?
Summary
You've read the records, haven't you?
The armament's true worth is revealed only before the King of Edana.
As Qabal of Hakinza Sanctuary,
I would make you a special proposal.
I have given you the records, yes, but this is the legacy of the Sanctuary...
I cannot part with it for nothing. Ahem!
The armament's true worth is revealed only before the King of Edana.
As Qabal of Hakinza Sanctuary,
I would make you a special proposal.
I have given you the records, yes, but this is the legacy of the Sanctuary...
I cannot part with it for nothing. Ahem!
Step 101
Even if we cannot wield them, passing on the legacy of our forebears...
Surely, such a choice demands a great resolve, does it not?
Surely, such a choice demands a great resolve, does it not?
Step 102
To use what our ancestors left for this Sanctuary—
As the Qabal, such a decision should not be made lightly. Wouldn't you agree? Hmm?
As the Qabal, such a decision should not be made lightly. Wouldn't you agree? Hmm?
Step 103
Objective
...What is it that you desire?
Summary
Ahem! You understand quickly.
The Sanctuary's most urgent need is supplies above all else.
So, if you were to bring me a precious accessory,
I would gladly accept it in exchange for the piece.
All of it will be put to good use for the Sanctuary.
Let us aid each other for the good of all. What say you?
The Sanctuary's most urgent need is supplies above all else.
So, if you were to bring me a precious accessory,
I would gladly accept it in exchange for the piece.
All of it will be put to good use for the Sanctuary.
Let us aid each other for the good of all. What say you?
Step 104
Summary
Oh, come now! Everything I do is for the Sanctuary's sake.
No need to phrase it like that, eh, Ayawaka? Hmph.
...Ahem. In any case,
what the Sanctuary needs most right now is supplies.
So, if you could procure a rare accessory,
I would happily accept it—and hand over the piece in return.
Everything will be put to use for the Sanctuary's benefit.
Let us work together for our mutual good. What do you say?
No need to phrase it like that, eh, Ayawaka? Hmph.
...Ahem. In any case,
what the Sanctuary needs most right now is supplies.
So, if you could procure a rare accessory,
I would happily accept it—and hand over the piece in return.
Everything will be put to use for the Sanctuary's benefit.
Let us work together for our mutual good. What do you say?
Step 105
Ahem. After you took those records,
I too searched the archives of the Sanctuary.
I too searched the archives of the Sanctuary.
Step 106
Now, show me the item.
I've already prepared the piece.
I've already prepared the piece.
Step 107
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) 
Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 108
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) 
Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 109
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) 
Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 110
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) 
Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 111
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 112
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 113
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 114
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 115
Now, show me the item.
The piece is already prepared.
The piece is already prepared.
Step 116
Now, show me the item.
I've already prepared the piece.
I've already prepared the piece.
Step 117
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 118
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 119
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 120
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 121
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 122
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 123
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 124
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 125
Now, show me the item.
The piece is already prepared.
The piece is already prepared.
Step 126
Now, show me the item.
I've already prepared the piece.
I've already prepared the piece.
Step 127
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 128
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 129
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 130
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 131
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 132
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 133
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 134
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 135
Now, show me the item.
The piece is already prepared.
The piece is already prepared.
Step 136
Now, show me the item.
I've already prepared the piece.
I've already prepared the piece.
Step 137
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 138
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 139
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 140
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 141
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 142
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 143
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 144
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 145
Now, show me the item.
The piece is already prepared.
The piece is already prepared.
Step 146
Now, show me the item.
I've already prepared the piece.
I've already prepared the piece.
Step 147
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 148
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 149
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 150
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Now, I shall give you the piece as promised.
Step 151
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Necklace.
Deboreka Necklace.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 152
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Earring.
Deboreka Earring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 153
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Ring.
Deboreka Ring.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 154
Objective
Hand over PRI (I) Deboreka Belt.
Deboreka Belt.
Summary
Hmm. Excellent! This will more than suffice.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Now, here's the piece I promised.
Step 155
Now, show me the item.
The piece is already prepared.
The piece is already prepared.
Step 156
I humbly serve as the leader of Hakinza Sanctuary.
A pleasure to meet you.
A pleasure to meet you.
Step 157
Hahaha! Feels like just yesterday we were in boot camp together,
but a decade's sands have slipped away already!
but a decade's sands have slipped away already!
Step 158
For you all to come here in these troubled times,
perhaps Aal has not given up on this place after all.
perhaps Aal has not given up on this place after all.
Step 159
For Ayawaka to return now, in these difficult times,
perhaps Aal has not given up on this place after all.
perhaps Aal has not given up on this place after all.
Step 160
That's why I had to make an urgent request to the Society of Equilibrium.
Should this sanctuary fall, all hell will break lose, quite literally.
Should this sanctuary fall, all hell will break lose, quite literally.
Step 161
That's why I had to make an urgent request to the Society of Equilibrium.
But with you back, Ayawaka, maybe fortune will favor us...
But with you back, Ayawaka, maybe fortune will favor us...
Step 162
They've gone deeper into Edania.
Looked like they were searching for something.
Looked like they were searching for something.
Step 163
They've gone deeper into Edania.
Looked like they were searching for something.
Looked like they were searching for something.
Step 164
Only the child of a criminal sentenced to annihilation of their bloodline,
or an orphan with nothing left, is given a chance.
or an orphan with nothing left, is given a chance.
Step 165
Grueling training makes it hard to shake stray thoughts.
Now, even the prophecy of the Blackstar, which so many relied on...
Now, even the prophecy of the Blackstar, which so many relied on...
Step 166
Step 167
But through your decision, it was revealed there was no salvation.
It was a bitter pill, but it came at a critical moment.
It was a bitter pill, but it came at a critical moment.
Step 168
Objective
You said... "troubled times."
Summary
Since you're Edana, I shall speak plainly—
Hakinza Sanctuary is at the brink of demise.
The rules governing reinforcements are so inflexible,
new recruits dwindle by the day, and casualties just keep rising.
Recently, monsters have multiplied explosively,
and we've even suffered devastating losses. Honestly, it's hopeless.
Hakinza Sanctuary is at the brink of demise.
The rules governing reinforcements are so inflexible,
new recruits dwindle by the day, and casualties just keep rising.
Recently, monsters have multiplied explosively,
and we've even suffered devastating losses. Honestly, it's hopeless.
Step 169
Objective
You said... "difficult times."
Summary
No reason to hide anything from you, so honestly,
Hakinza Sanctuary is at the brink of demise.
The rules for recruiting are exactly the same as before you left!
New recruits dwindle by the day and casualties just keep rising.
Recently, monsters have multiplied explosively,
and we've even suffered devastating losses. Honestly, it's hopeless.
Hakinza Sanctuary is at the brink of demise.
The rules for recruiting are exactly the same as before you left!
New recruits dwindle by the day and casualties just keep rising.
Recently, monsters have multiplied explosively,
and we've even suffered devastating losses. Honestly, it's hopeless.
Step 170
Objective
Then why turn away adventurers who come?
Summary
No matter how exceptional their reputation outside,
here, they're just normal people like everyone else.
Of course, there are adventurers who passed Wariyana NPC Knowledge's test.
If they're strong, we have no reason to turn them away, right?
I suppose those are the ones coexisting with a Black Spirit NPC Knowledge.
So, where are those who passed the test now?
here, they're just normal people like everyone else.
Of course, there are adventurers who passed Wariyana NPC Knowledge's test.
If they're strong, we have no reason to turn them away, right?
I suppose those are the ones coexisting with a Black Spirit NPC Knowledge.
So, where are those who passed the test now?
Step 171
Objective
Then why turn away adventurers who come?
Summary
No matter how much they accomplished in the outside world,
here, they're just ordinary people like anyone else.
You shared both hardship and joy with us in the Sanctuary,
so you know how it is. We just want to avoid pointless sacrifices.
Of course, some adventurers passed Wariyana NPC Knowledge's test.
If they're strong, we have no reason to turn them away!
I heard Wariyana put you through the test, too?
Seems you haven't lost your touch. Hahaha!
I suppose those are the ones coexisting with a Black Spirit NPC Knowledge.
So, where are those who passed the test now?
here, they're just ordinary people like anyone else.
You shared both hardship and joy with us in the Sanctuary,
so you know how it is. We just want to avoid pointless sacrifices.
Of course, some adventurers passed Wariyana NPC Knowledge's test.
If they're strong, we have no reason to turn them away!
I heard Wariyana put you through the test, too?
Seems you haven't lost your touch. Hahaha!
I suppose those are the ones coexisting with a Black Spirit NPC Knowledge.
So, where are those who passed the test now?
Step 172
Objective
Why is it so hard to bring in new Hashashins?
Summary
This is a place quietly protecting the world
in the shadows at the edge of all existence.
For people like us, there's no family to go back to, no land to feed family,
no property to build on. Not a single thing is given.
All that's permitted is honor alone, so only those
who need nothing but honor can become Hashashin.
in the shadows at the edge of all existence.
For people like us, there's no family to go back to, no land to feed family,
no property to build on. Not a single thing is given.
All that's permitted is honor alone, so only those
who need nothing but honor can become Hashashin.
Step 173
Objective
You still recruit rookies the same old way?
Summary
I know you've been away for quite some time,
but knowing how things are, must you ask?
You know how tough a decision it is to become Hashashin.
You're the one who cared about honor more than anyone.
No matter how skilled, if someone did not value honor,
you never let them be. Hahaha!
but knowing how things are, must you ask?
You know how tough a decision it is to become Hashashin.
You're the one who cared about honor more than anyone.
No matter how skilled, if someone did not value honor,
you never let them be. Hahaha!
Step 174
Objective
You've been fighting an endless battle all this time.
Summary
Honor and faith—those are what have sustained us.
Once, we waited for the Blackstar.
Some believed the Blackstar sent by Aal would deliver salvation
and lead us into paradise.
Once, we waited for the Blackstar.
Some believed the Blackstar sent by Aal would deliver salvation
and lead us into paradise.
Step 175
Objective
The Blackstar I went searching for...
Summary
I know. I know!
Maybe, deep down. we already knew the truth.
No place to return to, surrounded by a harsh environment,
brothers falling one after another... we thirsted for salvation.
If not for those sweet whispers,
many of our brothers would not have made it through!
Maybe, deep down. we already knew the truth.
No place to return to, surrounded by a harsh environment,
brothers falling one after another... we thirsted for salvation.
If not for those sweet whispers,
many of our brothers would not have made it through!
Step 176
Objective
Will you keep waiting for the Blackstar?
Summary
No one here still believes in the Blackstar.
Despair is eating away at us instead of hope.
Despair is eating away at us instead of hope.
Step 177
Objective
Will you... still wait on the Blackstar?
Summary
No one here still believes in the Blackstar.
Despair is eating away at us instead of hope.
Despair is eating away at us instead of hope.
Step 178
Well... it's not a difficult task,
but I doubt it will help much.
but I doubt it will help much.
Step 179
Paradise, salvation. Every legend and tale about those words
have been passed on over eons.
have been passed on over eons.
Step 180
If you're curious, why not search the old records?
They are traces of people who dreamed as we did.
They are traces of people who dreamed as we did.
Step 181
This is one of what the past generations of Hashashin left behind
imagining the days when this place was called Alyaelli.
imagining the days when this place was called Alyaelli.
Step 182
Objective
Legend?
Summary
Now, they're just empty dreams,
but they were our hope and our goal once.
but they were our hope and our goal once.
Step 183
Objective
Alyaelli...
Summary
Bahram NPC Knowledge, with your permission,
may the Society entrust this record to their keeping awhile?
I just feel... there are parts that seem worth cross-referencing
with what I saw recently in the archive.
Well... do as you wish. What matters to us now
isn't some old dream, but the reality staring us in the face.
may the Society entrust this record to their keeping awhile?
I just feel... there are parts that seem worth cross-referencing
with what I saw recently in the archive.
Well... do as you wish. What matters to us now
isn't some old dream, but the reality staring us in the face.
Step 184
We're under attack!!!!
Step 185
W-what?! We can't have rookies at the front at a time like this!
Edana! Help us! We cannot lose those brothers!!
Edana! Help us! We cannot lose those brothers!!
Step 186
W-what?! We can't have rookies at the front at a time like this!
Ayawaka! Help us! We cannot lose those brothers!!
Ayawaka! Help us! We cannot lose those brothers!!
Step 187
Well... it's not a difficult task,
but I doubt it will help much.
but I doubt it will help much.
Step 188
...And how desperately we clung to that single promise.
All sorts of myths multiplied until they eclipsed reason.
All sorts of myths multiplied until they eclipsed reason.
Step 189
Would you look at the old records again?
The traces of those who shared our dreams.
The traces of those who shared our dreams.
Step 190
Those are old records left by those who tried to imagine the time
when this place was called "Alyaelli." Do you still remember?
when this place was called "Alyaelli." Do you still remember?
Step 191
Ah, look at me. Almost forgot!
Here, Ayawaka. Take this token.
Here, Ayawaka. Take this token.
Step 192
Objective
...Myths?
Summary
What was once our hope and ambition...
has now revealed itself to be just a legend.
has now revealed itself to be just a legend.
Step 193
Objective
I've read and re-read it, countless times.
Summary
Bahram NPC Knowledge, with your permission,
may the Society entrust this record to their keeping awhile?
I just feel... there are parts that seem worth cross-referencing
with what I saw recently in the archive.
Well... do as you wish. What matters to us now
isn't some old dream, but the reality staring us in the face.
may the Society entrust this record to their keeping awhile?
I just feel... there are parts that seem worth cross-referencing
with what I saw recently in the archive.
Well... do as you wish. What matters to us now
isn't some old dream, but the reality staring us in the face.
Step 194
Objective
Is this... the Qabal's Token?
Summary
Sure, most here are your juniors,
but not many people left will recognize your face.
but not many people left will recognize your face.
Details
| Quest Group | 113184 |
| Steps | 194 |