Quest
Group: 23259469 — 41 steps
Hear the final argument.
Listen to Isobelle's final argument.
Quest Walkthrough
Step 1
Objective
Hear the final argument.
Summary
Listen to Isobelle's final argument.
Step 2
(Isobelle's final argument remains.)
Step 3
Objective
Observe Elina's reaction.
Summary
Isobelle! You knew it all along!
How dare you! How dare you mock me!
So much for her confidence!
It seems even the prestigious House Leight is not immune to misfortune.
How dare you! How dare you mock me!
So much for her confidence!
It seems even the prestigious House Leight is not immune to misfortune.
Step 4
Thank you, father. Councilor Elina Leight NPC Knowledge, you cannot defeat me.
Do you see that now?
Do you see that now?
Step 5
Objective
I request to submit new evidence!
Summary
This is the property deed for the Golden Toad Inn.
It was being operated by the Heidel League of Merchants.
Having obtained this, all the businesses of the Heidel League of Merchants
fell under the ownership of the Xian Merchant Guild.
And the same goes for the funds allocated to Montverdel.
They weren't just for military support.
Donations for justice? Hah, I don't think so.
It was a careful investment by the Heidel Branch of the Xian Merchant Guild.
An investment befitting House Encarotia, prioritizing profit above all else.
Isn't that right, Baron of Montverdel?
O-of course. Thirty percent of the Montverdel land's shares were transferred
to the Heidel Branch of the Xian Merchant Guild.
Considering this, the ledger submitted by House Leight was counterfeit evidence
concocted to support her narrative!
Great citizens of Calpheon. I, Isobelle,
see money as a mere tool, not the final goal.
Little by little, I aim to wield these tools
to further the prosperity of Calpheon.
Hehe... Hehehe...
Hahahahahahahaha!
You already had a card up your sleeve.
I have nothing left to teach you, Isobelle.
You truly have what it takes to become the head of House Encarotia.
I am so proud of you.
It was being operated by the Heidel League of Merchants.
Having obtained this, all the businesses of the Heidel League of Merchants
fell under the ownership of the Xian Merchant Guild.
And the same goes for the funds allocated to Montverdel.
They weren't just for military support.
Donations for justice? Hah, I don't think so.
It was a careful investment by the Heidel Branch of the Xian Merchant Guild.
An investment befitting House Encarotia, prioritizing profit above all else.
Isn't that right, Baron of Montverdel?
O-of course. Thirty percent of the Montverdel land's shares were transferred
to the Heidel Branch of the Xian Merchant Guild.
Considering this, the ledger submitted by House Leight was counterfeit evidence
concocted to support her narrative!
Great citizens of Calpheon. I, Isobelle,
see money as a mere tool, not the final goal.
Little by little, I aim to wield these tools
to further the prosperity of Calpheon.
Hehe... Hehehe...
Hahahahahahahaha!
You already had a card up your sleeve.
I have nothing left to teach you, Isobelle.
You truly have what it takes to become the head of House Encarotia.
I am so proud of you.
Step 6
Go ahead, present these as evidence.
It's time to turn the tides of the trial.
It's time to turn the tides of the trial.
Step 7
Objective
Isobelle!
Summary
Never fear, rookie.
I've kept a small trick up my sleeve for just such an occasion.
Here's the property deed for the Golden Toad Inn.
And the investment contract for the Montverdel land.
I've kept a small trick up my sleeve for just such an occasion.
Here's the property deed for the Golden Toad Inn.
And the investment contract for the Montverdel land.
Step 8
Are we to believe that a House, notorious throughout Calpheon for their greed,
made a donation in the name of justice?
made a donation in the name of justice?
Step 9
Objective
Listen to the Chief Councilor.
Summary
The remainder of the trial will now resume.
Back to the initial claim, why did the defendant sponsor...
Why did the defendant sponsor the Baron of Montverdel?
Exactly, why!? You intended to overthrow Calpheon!
For Calpheon! To prevent his sword, and his army,
from being pointed at Calpheon!
While the Baron maintained military tension within Serendia,
Jordine NPC Knowledge could not advance into Calpheon, not with an enemy behind him!
Do you expect the people of Calpheon to believe
such innocent intentions? We are talking about House Encarotia!
Back to the initial claim, why did the defendant sponsor...
Why did the defendant sponsor the Baron of Montverdel?
Exactly, why!? You intended to overthrow Calpheon!
For Calpheon! To prevent his sword, and his army,
from being pointed at Calpheon!
While the Baron maintained military tension within Serendia,
Jordine NPC Knowledge could not advance into Calpheon, not with an enemy behind him!
Do you expect the people of Calpheon to believe
such innocent intentions? We are talking about House Encarotia!
Step 10
Step 11
Objective
Did you just say Illezra?
Summary
Yes, so, I hastily went to visit Jordine NPC Knowledge during the night,
and presented the sword to him as a gift.
The Grand Chamberlain later used that gift to make an attempt on my life.
As he plunged the blade into me, he whispered, "As the dark ones demanded..."
...
and presented the sword to him as a gift.
The Grand Chamberlain later used that gift to make an attempt on my life.
As he plunged the blade into me, he whispered, "As the dark ones demanded..."
...
Step 12
Looking back now, it was a ridiculous deal,
but at that time, I was in a tight spot and, thus, not in my right mind!
but at that time, I was in a tight spot and, thus, not in my right mind!
Step 13
Look at Elina Leight NPC Knowledge's face! Red as Calpheon's colors!
She's so flustered. Goodness me, this is something to savor!
She's so flustered. Goodness me, this is something to savor!
Step 14
Summary
It was Dawson NPC Knowledge who delivered the Ashen Usurper to Jordine NPC Knowledge.
I heard it directly from him.
That is correct. The castle entry records accurately reflect this.
I can attest to it as head butler, if Lady Jarette allows.
Huh? Oh, yes, of course! Naturally!
When was that...? Was it the night I had too much to drink and passed out...?
What did you say? Your Honor!
The defendant is now using her position to spread false information!
I heard it directly from him.
That is correct. The castle entry records accurately reflect this.
I can attest to it as head butler, if Lady Jarette allows.
Huh? Oh, yes, of course! Naturally!
When was that...? Was it the night I had too much to drink and passed out...?
What did you say? Your Honor!
The defendant is now using her position to spread false information!
Step 15
Summary
Dawson NPC Knowledge could have confronted Jordine NPC Knowledge at any time
over the extraction mill's output, couldn't he?
Despite being a hero of Balenos, Serendia, and Calpheon,
you seem unaware of certain procedures.
Any administrative procedures at the time were conducted by Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge,
as she was in charge of the Serendia branch. Get the picture?
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
over the extraction mill's output, couldn't he?
Despite being a hero of Balenos, Serendia, and Calpheon,
you seem unaware of certain procedures.
Any administrative procedures at the time were conducted by Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge,
as she was in charge of the Serendia branch. Get the picture?
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 16
Objective
Point out the manager of the Serendia branch.
Summary
Edmond Dawson NPC Knowledge belongs to House Leight, doesn't he?
So, wouldn't that make him deeply entwined in this affair?
Yes, I was the one who hired Sir Edmond Dawson.
However, it was an open recruitment, and the process was transparent.
I don't think that proves he was taking orders from our House!
I can disclose the hiring documentation from that time if needed.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
So, wouldn't that make him deeply entwined in this affair?
Yes, I was the one who hired Sir Edmond Dawson.
However, it was an open recruitment, and the process was transparent.
I don't think that proves he was taking orders from our House!
I can disclose the hiring documentation from that time if needed.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 17
Objective
Point out the record on the unidentified sword.
Summary
The weight, material, and length of the sword match exactly
with the one Jordine NPC Knowledge used, don't they?
Yes, the weight, material, and length of the sword are all documented.
Is it your belief then that only one sword in the world fits that description?
Show me the record
and I bet I could have an identical sword crafted by sun-up tomorrow!
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
with the one Jordine NPC Knowledge used, don't they?
Yes, the weight, material, and length of the sword are all documented.
Is it your belief then that only one sword in the world fits that description?
Show me the record
and I bet I could have an identical sword crafted by sun-up tomorrow!
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 18
Objective
Revisit Elina's testimony.
Summary
It's just some old sword without any origins!
Where is the evidence that it's THE Ashen Usurper?
House Leight oversees the extraction mill,
but the operation of produced goods is managed by the Xian Merchant Guild.
At that time, Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge was in charge of Serendia.
So who would Sir Edmond be reporting to at the time?
Her! It would have been Isobelle Encarotia! Your Honor.
Please, examine the essence of the situation first.
Where is the evidence that it's THE Ashen Usurper?
House Leight oversees the extraction mill,
but the operation of produced goods is managed by the Xian Merchant Guild.
At that time, Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge was in charge of Serendia.
So who would Sir Edmond be reporting to at the time?
Her! It would have been Isobelle Encarotia! Your Honor.
Please, examine the essence of the situation first.
Step 19
You must find and exploit that tiny flaw.
The truth you've discovered is...!
The truth you've discovered is...!
Step 20
Order!
The plaintiff must substantiate the defendant's assertion!
The plaintiff must substantiate the defendant's assertion!
Step 21
Objective
Point out the retoration of the monarchy in her argument.
Summary
Isn't it a bit of a stretch to link Jordine NPC Knowledge's invasion of Calpheon
with a bid to restore the monarchy?
I admit, there may have been a leap in logic. But consider this!
Jordine's goal has always been the downfall of Calpheon.
What if, after all the power players are gone,
only Jordine's allies are left standing?
We can source countless records from the past about what happens
when all power is consolidated into the hands of one man!
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
with a bid to restore the monarchy?
I admit, there may have been a leap in logic. But consider this!
Jordine's goal has always been the downfall of Calpheon.
What if, after all the power players are gone,
only Jordine's allies are left standing?
We can source countless records from the past about what happens
when all power is consolidated into the hands of one man!
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 22
Objective
Where's the proof of Isobelle orchestrating things between the Shadow Knights and Jordine NPC Knowledge?
Summary
Where's the proof of Isobelle orchestrating things
between the Shadow Knights and Jordine NPC Knowledge?
The defendant, fully aware that the Black Stones from the extraction mill
were falling into the hands of the Shadow Knights, chose to turn a blind eye.
It's evident that she exploited this situation to forge a link
between Jordine and the Shadow Knights.
We have the ledger of Sir Edmond Dawson NPC Knowledge, the extraction mill manager.
There's no way little miss meticulous Isobelle didn't know about this.
Turned a blind eye, you say? Far from it, she was in the dark!
The troubles at the extraction mill were settled by my own hand.
And this ledger, can we trust its contents? Look here.
There's a record of an unidentified sword.
between the Shadow Knights and Jordine NPC Knowledge?
The defendant, fully aware that the Black Stones from the extraction mill
were falling into the hands of the Shadow Knights, chose to turn a blind eye.
It's evident that she exploited this situation to forge a link
between Jordine and the Shadow Knights.
We have the ledger of Sir Edmond Dawson NPC Knowledge, the extraction mill manager.
There's no way little miss meticulous Isobelle didn't know about this.
Turned a blind eye, you say? Far from it, she was in the dark!
The troubles at the extraction mill were settled by my own hand.
And this ledger, can we trust its contents? Look here.
There's a record of an unidentified sword.
Step 23
Objective
Point out the source of the military funds.
Summary
It was the Xian Merchant Guild that supported Baron of Montverdel.
Doesn't that imply House Leight has a hand in this as well?
House Encarotia and House Leight,
both affiliated with the Xian Merchant Guild, share its stakes equally.
This establishment of the Heidel branch was a venture
solely financed and executed by House Encarotia.
Your Honor, I submit the ledger of financial transactions
related to the establishment of the new branch as evidence.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Doesn't that imply House Leight has a hand in this as well?
House Encarotia and House Leight,
both affiliated with the Xian Merchant Guild, share its stakes equally.
This establishment of the Heidel branch was a venture
solely financed and executed by House Encarotia.
Your Honor, I submit the ledger of financial transactions
related to the establishment of the new branch as evidence.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 24
Objective
Point out the military funding she supported.
Summary
Supporting Montverdel with military funds
doesn't necessarily equate to backing Jordine NPC Knowledge!
Sir Johann Cliff, the former minister of defense of Serendia,
is currently engaged in local warfare against the Imps in Balenos.
The one who put him in such position was none other than Jordine.
Without a minister of war appointed in Serendia,
Jordine had free reign over the country's military force,
able to command them entirely at his whim.
Though a woman she may be, Isobelle stands as the lone successor to her lineage.
Schooled in the art of warfare, there's no doubt she was aware of all this.
Don't tell me she was merely offering them aid,
moved by pity for those starving soldiers.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
doesn't necessarily equate to backing Jordine NPC Knowledge!
Sir Johann Cliff, the former minister of defense of Serendia,
is currently engaged in local warfare against the Imps in Balenos.
The one who put him in such position was none other than Jordine.
Without a minister of war appointed in Serendia,
Jordine had free reign over the country's military force,
able to command them entirely at his whim.
Though a woman she may be, Isobelle stands as the lone successor to her lineage.
Schooled in the art of warfare, there's no doubt she was aware of all this.
Don't tell me she was merely offering them aid,
moved by pity for those starving soldiers.
(Elina's argument appears seamless.
You'll need to find a crack in her armor elsewhere.)
Step 25
Objective
Lady Elina Leight NPC Knowledge, could you repeat that?
Summary
Jordine Ducas NPC Knowledge, former Grand Chamberlain of Serendia,
who instilled fear in the hearts of the Calpheon citizens.
How was it he dared to point his sword at Calpheon's throat?
It was all thanks to the support of his sponsor, Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge.
No one suspected it.
She was not foolish enough to openly show her support for Serendia.
Instead, she supported the Baron of Montverdel.
It was a very cunning choice.
Yes, a land of perilous ruin,
where one can hardly imagine soldiers or farmers residing.
Under this guise, Serendia secretly trained elite soldiers,
ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.
As many of you know, the Xian Merchant Guild is a jointly run venture
between House Leight and House Encarotia.
I discovered some unusual transactions while balancing last month's books,
so I took a deeper look and unearthed an unsettling truth.
The funds used for the acquisition of the Heidel League of Merchants
were actually used to support Montverdel!
I immediately informed the Duke of Serendia
and had him strip the former Grand Chamberlain of any military authority.
Then, Isobelle arranged for him to collude
with the heretics, the Shadow Knights!
He then harnessed that newfound power to trample upon Calpheon!
Our city, built upon the sanctity of Elion with the sweat of our ancestors!
They've laid waste to the Kalis Parliament,
our esteemed assembly of Calpheon's noble citizens, and left naught but ruin in their wake!
Clearly, it was a plot to eradicate the legacy of our great republic,
using Jordine NPC Knowledge as a pawn.
The vile Encarotia scheme was to sieze absolute authority by regressing our enlightened,
progressive republic back to its days as a barbaric monarchy!
Your Honor, I submit the ledger of the manager of Montverdel
obtained by the Leight Merchant Guild as evidence.
who instilled fear in the hearts of the Calpheon citizens.
How was it he dared to point his sword at Calpheon's throat?
It was all thanks to the support of his sponsor, Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge.
No one suspected it.
She was not foolish enough to openly show her support for Serendia.
Instead, she supported the Baron of Montverdel.
It was a very cunning choice.
Yes, a land of perilous ruin,
where one can hardly imagine soldiers or farmers residing.
Under this guise, Serendia secretly trained elite soldiers,
ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.
As many of you know, the Xian Merchant Guild is a jointly run venture
between House Leight and House Encarotia.
I discovered some unusual transactions while balancing last month's books,
so I took a deeper look and unearthed an unsettling truth.
The funds used for the acquisition of the Heidel League of Merchants
were actually used to support Montverdel!
I immediately informed the Duke of Serendia
and had him strip the former Grand Chamberlain of any military authority.
Then, Isobelle arranged for him to collude
with the heretics, the Shadow Knights!
He then harnessed that newfound power to trample upon Calpheon!
Our city, built upon the sanctity of Elion with the sweat of our ancestors!
They've laid waste to the Kalis Parliament,
our esteemed assembly of Calpheon's noble citizens, and left naught but ruin in their wake!
Clearly, it was a plot to eradicate the legacy of our great republic,
using Jordine NPC Knowledge as a pawn.
The vile Encarotia scheme was to sieze absolute authority by regressing our enlightened,
progressive republic back to its days as a barbaric monarchy!
Your Honor, I submit the ledger of the manager of Montverdel
obtained by the Leight Merchant Guild as evidence.
Step 26
(Time to dismantle Elina's claims.)
Step 27
Or perhaps, my argument and evidence
were so flawless that you've forgotten your rebuttal?
were so flawless that you've forgotten your rebuttal?
Step 28
Objective
Objection!
Summary
Adventurer,
You have something to say?
Considering the special nature of this case,
we did not permit either party an outside attorney.
However, out of respect for your contributions,
which will forever remain in the shining history of the Republic,
I, Herman Feresio NPC Knowledge, grant you the right to speak under my authority.
What do you have to say?
Great hero of Calpheon.
Did you find issue with my claim?
You have something to say?
Considering the special nature of this case,
we did not permit either party an outside attorney.
However, out of respect for your contributions,
which will forever remain in the shining history of the Republic,
I, Herman Feresio NPC Knowledge, grant you the right to speak under my authority.
What do you have to say?
Great hero of Calpheon.
Did you find issue with my claim?
Step 29
I knew you would. But proceed with caution.
Elina Leight NPC Knowledge is a highly influential figure in the republic.
Elina Leight NPC Knowledge is a highly influential figure in the republic.
Step 30
Objective
Isobelle, let me help you.
Summary
Adventurer!
The record of the Ashen Usurper, did you find it?
The record of the Ashen Usurper, did you find it?
Step 31
(The trial is drawing to a biased conclusion.
It's up to you to stand with Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge.)
It's up to you to stand with Isobelle Encarotia NPC Knowledge.)
Step 32
Objective
Check on Isobelle's condition.
Summary
(Isobelle looks pale, and she's rambling in a way that's not like her at all.
Could her frail state be the reason behind this?)
Could her frail state be the reason behind this?)
Step 33
Instead of providing concrete evidence like the plaintiff,
it seems the defendant is merely playing on our emotions.
it seems the defendant is merely playing on our emotions.
Step 34
Objective
Listen to Isobelle's counterargument.
Summary
The stench of conspiracy wafts from that end, Your Honor!
My father, Enrique Encarotia NPC Knowledge, is a noble and upstanding member of the Kalis Parliament!
Why would the daughter of an esteemed representative,
attempt to overthrow their republic for a monarchy? It is preposterous!
My father, Enrique Encarotia NPC Knowledge, is a noble and upstanding member of the Kalis Parliament!
Why would the daughter of an esteemed representative,
attempt to overthrow their republic for a monarchy? It is preposterous!
Step 35
Order! This will be admitted as evidence exhibit one.
Defendant, respond to the plaintiff's claims.
Defendant, respond to the plaintiff's claims.
Step 36
Objective
Take a seat.
Summary
Order!
Order in the court!
The trial is about to commence.
Citizens, take your seats and remain silent.
Order in the court!
The trial is about to commence.
Citizens, take your seats and remain silent.
Step 37
Quest Text
(This is where Isobelle's trial is being held.)
Step 38
Step 39
(The court falls silent once more.
All eyes are drawn to Isobelle.)
All eyes are drawn to Isobelle.)
Step 40
Hero of Calpheon, you've done it again.
May I count on your support in the upcoming election?
May I count on your support in the upcoming election?
Step 41
(Isobelle successfully
delivered her final argument.)
delivered her final argument.)
Details
| Quest Group | 23259469 |
| Steps | 41 |