Amidst a Struggle/Script

In order to get some information from the resistance forces about the bandits on the Western Isles, Roy and company moved west along the coastline. Along the way, they came across a small village caught in constant conflict between the resistance group and the landowner trying to get rid of them.

Chapter 10: Caught in the Middle

(Inside the castle)

Zinc: Have you not found that bard of the resistance force?

Soldier: We are still searching for him, my lord.

Zinc: And?

Soldier: It appears he has hidden himself in a village on the outskirts of the castle...

Zinc: The resistance group is just another band without that Elphin supporting them with his brains. I don't care what happens to the village, just find him!

Soldier: Yes, my lord.

(Soldier leaves)

Zinc: Ah, I apologize for keeping you waiting, my lady.

Milady: You seemed... busy.

Zinc: Oh no, we prioritize allying with Bern above all things. So if you need anything...

Milady: Then, as I asked earlier...

Zinc: Ah, the whereabouts of Princess Guinevere.

Milady: Do you have any information, Lord Zinc?

Zinc: I regret to say that I do not. You have already visited the capital at Djuto?

Milady: Yes.

Zinc: Then I suggest you pay a visit to Bishop Oro. He resides in the castle, overlooking Mt Ebrakhm to the north. He knows this region better than any of us, so I would believe he'd have some ideas. However, if even he does not know where Princess Guinevere is, then I would think she is not on these islands.

Milady: I see. I will talk with Bishop Oro. Thank you for your time.

(At the Lycian Army's side)

Roy: The rebel group is supposed to be very active in these areas.

Merlinus: Yes, according to our sources. But I also understand that earlier this week, the resistance group was hunted down by Etruria's military. I heard that they were devastated.

Roy: ...The Etrurian government lets the bandits go and oppresses the resistance group who are trying to help the people. It doesn't look good...

Merlinus: No, it does not.

Roy: Could we do anything to help?

Merlinus: That would be difficult... We would be going against Etruria's nobility. I don't think that would be a good idea when we are working under Etruria's orders.

Roy: I'll send a messenger to General Cecilia and see what she has to say. We probably shouldn't do anything too risky right now, but...

(A soldier appears)

Soldier: Master Roy! Lord Zinc who controls this area is sending out troops to attack the villages to find a member of the resistance forces!

Merlinus: What! ...Should we?

Roy: We don't have time to wait for General Cecilia's reply... But I want to help the people. ...Even if it means going against Etruria's orders.

Merlinus: Master Roy...

Roy: Let's fight! So we can be proud when we return to Lycia!

(Turn 1 begins)

(After Turn 1, a wyvern knight leaves the castle and joins another who is waiting in the mountains)

Galle: Well, were you able to find out where Princess Guinevere is?

Milady: No. But I heard a bishop named Oro in charge of the mines in the north might know.

Galle: All right, then let's head north.

Milady: Galle...I'm sorry. King Zephiel wanted to keep the case on Princess Guinevere in secrecy, so he only assigned my group to look for her. I'm sorry I got you mixed up into this...

Galle: You shouldn't worry yourself over things like that.

Milady: But you're one of the captains working directly under General Murdock.

Galle: General Murdock has agreed to my helping you out. In fact, he wants me to find out the location of the princess and the Fire Emblem.

Milady: ...Do you think that Princess Guinevere has the Fire Emblem?

Galle: Well, that's what the royalty thinks. And I think they're correct, looking at the situation.

Milady: ......

Galle: Come on, don't look like that... Probably, Princess Guinevere has a plan of some sort. Come, let's go.

Milady: Yes...

(The two wyvern knights leave the map)

(Before Turn 2 properly begins, in one of the northwestern villages)

Elphin: ...Where...am I...?

Mary: Are you awake?

Elphin: ...What...happened... to me...

Mary: We found you yesterday lying at the entrance of the village, all bruised and blood-spattered. So we brought you home and treated your wounds.

Elphin: And you are...?

Mary: I'm Mary. I live here.

Elphin: ...Live here...? No! This village will be endangered if I stay here... Or maybe it's too late if it's already been one day...

Mary: ?

Elphin: I am Elphin...one of the resistance group. The landowner is sure to send troops here to capture me.

Mary: The resistance group...

Elphin: Miss Mary, you should run from here. This village is in danger.

Mary: ...No, I will stay.

Elphin: ...Why?

Mary: I have a younger brother. Right now he's gone out to look for work with his friend from next door. His friend asked me to take care of his younger sister while they're gone.

Elphin: I see... Then all I can do to protect this village is to leave. Thank you very much for healing my wounds. ...Please take care.

Mary: Yes, you take care too...

(After Turn 4, in the castle)

Conversations

Clarine and Klein

Clarine: Klein!

Klein: Clarine? You were safe? Thank goodness...

Clarine: I'm sorry I left without telling you. But I wanted to see you so badly!

Klein: The things you would do... Well, you're safe, and that's what matters. ...And what brings you out here? Did you find someone trustworthy to hire?

Clarine: No, I joined the Lycia Alliance Army and am fighting alongside them.

Klein: The Lycia Alliance Army?!

Clarine: Yes! My healing staves have been very useful!

Klein: ... I see. I thought your eyes looked... sharper.

Clarine: I'm now a lady, I am.

Klein: ...Let me ask you this. What kind of individual is General Roy?

Clarine: Hmm... He lacks a little finesse for a noble... I especially think he has to take care of his hair a little more..

Klein: ...Let me rephrase the question. Is General Roy working with the bandits and attacking the people here?

Clarine: No, of course not! We are here to defeat the bandits!

Klein: I see...

Clarine: The Etrurians here are evil and malicious people... It is so embarrassing. Klein... Are you working for them?

Klein: No. At least not now, after I heard your story.

Clarine: What?

Klein: I was sent here to protect the villagers. To fulfill my mission, I hereby join the Lycia Alliance Army.

Clarine: Klein!

Klein: Then let's go, shall we? Will you introduce me to General Roy?

Clarine: Of course! I love you, Klein.

Thany and Thite

(Before recruiting Klein)

Thany: B-Big Sister!

Thite: Thany...?

Thany: What are you doing here?

Thite: ...I have a contract with General Klein of Etruria. Thany... Are you with the Alliance Army?

Thany: Yeah.

Thite: I see... Then there's only thing to do. Draw your spear!

Thany: No, General Klein said he would join us! We don't have to fight!

Thite: What? Really?

Thany: Yeah.

Thite: ...All right. I'll join you as well.

Thany: Thanks, big sister!

(Thite and her soldiers become NPCs)

(After recruiting Klein)

Klein and Thite

Klein: Thite!

Thite: General Klein! What is the matter?

Klein: I've made up my mind. We are going to fight alongside General Roy in the Lycia Alliance Army.

Thite: Understood, sir. Then we will, as well.

Klein: Aren't you going to ask why?

Thite: We are mercenaries. We follow our employer's every order. Besides...

Klein: Besides?

Thite: I trust that you would not make the wrong judgments.

Klein: Thank you, Thite.

Wade and Mary

Mary: Wade!

Wade: Sis! It's good to see you.

Mary: You've returned?

Wade: Well not really... We just came here on a mission...

Mary: ...You're not going to come back anymore?

Wade: No! That's not the case! ... But I'm not ready to return yet. Just wait, I'll come back with lots of money so we can live an easier life.

Mary: I don't care about that... I just want you to be safe.

Wade: Sis...

Mary: I know it's pointless to tell you to be careful with that personality of yours... but just remember that there are people worried for you. Okay?

Wade: ......

Mary: Here, take this.

Wade: What's this?

Mary: It's a special weapon. I treated the wounds of a traveler a while back, and he left it in return. You can use it, can't you?

Wade: Thanks, sis! I'll be going.

Mary: Be careful...

Wade and Myu

Myu: It's Wade!

Wade: Hey, Myu, how have you been doing? ...Come on, can't you at least say 'big brother Ward' instead of just Wade?

Myu: But... Wade is Wade.

Wade: Ah, never mind. You look like you've been okay.

Myu: Yes!

Wade: ... Anyway, it's dangerous here. Go hide in the hills or something.

Myu: ...Alone?

Wade: Sis is still here, right? She'll take you.

Myu: Yeah, big sister Mary's here too.

Wade: You call sis 'big sister' and me just 'Wade', huh?

Myu: Oh. Here.

Wade: What's this? A feather?

Myu: It makes you like a bird!

Wade: Like a bird? What's that supposed to mean?

Myu: Like a bird is like a bird.

Wade: ??? Uh, anyway, you're giving this to me?

Myu: No. It's for my big brother Lot.

Wade: Even he's not just 'Lot'...

Myu: Hahaha... I'll go see Mary. Here's the feather. Give it to Lot, okay, big brother Wade?

Wade: She sure can change her tune quickly... Woah be careful! Don't trip...

(Speedwings received!)

Lot and Mary

Lot: Mary...

Mary: Lot! You've returned?

Lot: No... We just stopped by on a mission.

Mary: Oh... Myu will be sad.

Lot: Ever since mother died, I've been making you take care of Myu. I'm sorry.

Mary: No... don't be...

Lot: Someday...

Mary: !

Lot: Someday I'll return. ...Can I leave Myu to you until then?

Mary: ...Can you promise?

Lot: ... Yes.

Mary: Don't lie... You're going to war. There's no saying you'll return.

Lot: ......

Mary: But I'll be waiting. Without false hope...

Lot: I'm sorry.

Mary: Oh, take this.

Lot: What?

Mary: It's a magic weapon that will help you keep your promise.

Lot: Thank you, I appreciate it. Well then... I must be off.

Mary: Be careful...

(Swordreaver received!)