Mysterious Merchant/Script

Introduction

In a bandit stronghold, a little thief is looking for treasure.

Before battle

Mitan: Ngh, you still haven't found her?!

Martial Monk Thief: Sorry, boss! The thief was too quick for us. We lost track of where she went!

Mitan: We're supposed to be the thieves, you bums! We steal─we don't get stolen from! Well, she can't have left this fortress yet. Go catch her! No excuses!

Martial Monk Thief: Yes, boss!

Axe Armor Thief: Boss! Bad news!

Mitan: Am I about to hear an excuse?!

Axe Armor Thief: There's a tough-looking bunch headed right for us. They're armed too!

Mitan: Typical. How much worse can today get? Whatever, this won't stop us either. Battle squads, in position and ready to move! I want our thieves in the treasury now. Once the treasure is secure, get to a safe place.

Martial Monk Thief: Got it, boss!

Battle

Before preparations

Anna: Ooo! A whole room full of treasure! I'm sure no one will mind if I help myself.

Anna: Hey, is someone talking? Sounds panicked, whoever they are.

Archer Thief: Move your butts and get in position!

Anna: Is there about to be a fight? I'd better find someplace to hide!

Anna searches for a hiding spot. She notices an open chest.

Anna: I guess this is my best option...

She enters the chest.

Axe Armor Thief: Can you believe the luck we're having today?

Martial Monk Thief: Less talking, more stalking. Make sure your gear is ready before things kick off!

Anna: Uh-oh. This is way too many bandits to make a clean getaway.

Alear appears with their army outside the hideout.

Alear: Hmm... The townsfolk told us about a bandit base, and I'd say we've found it. I feel sorry for all those poor villagers who had their valuables stolen. Precious keepsakes, family heirlooms... Let's see if we can put them back in the right hands. Though it looks like we're in for a fight before that can happen.

If the middle chest is opened by an enemy thief

Thief: Hm? Did that treasure chest just...move? So that's where the thief went!

Anna: Ah! I've been found out!

Thief: It won't open... Hey, thief! Let go of the lid! Don't make me work up a sweat!

Anna: Dang...you found me. Only one thing to do now if I wanna get out of this. Time to show my skills!

Alear: There was a child in there?! We have to hurry and rescue her from these bandits!

If the middle chest is opened by a player unit

Anna: Dang...you found me. Only one thing to do now if I wanna get out of this. Time to show my skills!

Alear: There was a child in there?! We have to hurry and rescue her from these bandits!

When Alear talks with Anna

Alear: What's a little girl doing here? This is a bandit fort. It's no place for children!

Anna: But you're not a bandit, right? So why don't you keep me safe?

Alear: Well... I mean, I could, but─

Anna: It's a deal! Thanks a million. You might not think so, but I'm pretty handy in a fight. Let me help you help me!

After battle if middle chest was not opened

Anna: The battle's over, huh? Good thing nobody ever found me in there. Now the treasure's mine for the taking! Although...those others seem pretty strong. They really wiped the floor with those bandits.

Battle quotes

“	Axe Armor Thief: There's the thief! Get her! Anna: Hahaha! If you think you're gonna catch me that easily, think again!	”	— NPC Anna vs any thief

“	Mitan: Damn you for playing us for fools! You'll never get your hands on that treasure!	”	— Mitan battle quote

“	Mitan: Well, well, well. So the thief turned out to be just some brat. What do you say, boys? I bet we could get a pretty penny in ransom out of her parents. Anna: My parents have no idea where I am, so that's a pretty weak threat if you ask me. Mitan: Yeah, well I didn't ask you! We'll figure that out later!	”	— Anna vs Mitan

“	Mitan: I guess...today could get worse after all...	”	— Mitan death quote

“	Anna: Ah, I'd better retreat. Dying will put me out of business for good...	”	— Anna defeat quote (Casual)

“	Anna: I guess...it's over for me. Too bad I'll never see my sisters again...	”	— Anna death quote (Classic or NPC)

Post battle

Alear: Here's hoping the local authorities will keep these bandits from causing any more trouble.

If Anna survived the battle

Anna: You guys are really strong, huh? Do you have room on your team for me?

Alear: You want to join us? I should warn you, our battles will be much more grueling than that. You'd be placing yourself in danger.

Anna: I know I'm small, but I pack a punch! I can take care of myself, guaranteed. Besides, I've got nothing better to do. Not until I figure out where my family went.

Alear: You lost your family...

Anna: It gets lonely on the road. Maybe if I travel with you folks, our paths will cross someday.

Alear: Well, if that's what you want, I have no objections. I'm Alear, the Divine Dragon. Looking forward to working with you.

Anna: Hang on, what?! You're the Divine Dragon?! My sales...they're gonna go through the roof! Oh, and the name's Anna. But you can call me Lady Anna. Pleasure to be in business with you!

If Anna did not survive the battle

Alear: I just wish we could have protected the girl. What was a little girl doing in a bandit's fortress in the first place? I suppose we'll never get the chance to ask.

During exploration

Note: Only story specific quotes.

“	Anna: Thanks, Divine One. Glad to sign on with you! I was getting kinda lonely on my own.	”	— Anna during exploration