          FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: Complete Game Script
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                          Version 1.2

                 By: Tsogtsaihan Baatar
                 Nickname: 'Soggy'
                 Created: September 28, 2001
                 Last Update: January 12, 2002
                 E-mail: Tsogtoo777@yahoo.com
                 
                 FAQ Info: 
                 Pages: 87
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                       Table of Contents
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                I.    Versions and Updates
                II.   Disclaimer
                III.  Introduction
                IV.   Game Script
                        - Chapter 1: The Meager
                        - Chapter 2: The Manipulator and 
                        the Subservient
                        - Chapter 3: The Valiant 
                V.    Characters
                VI.   Rumors
                        - The Death Corps
                        - The King Omdoria
                        - The Fifty Year War
                        - The Condition of Omdoria
                        - Destruction of the Death Corps!?
                        - Attempt murder of Lord Dycedarg
                        - After the king's death
                        - Feud between Larg and Goltana
                        - Peasant riot in Zeltennia
                        - Kidnap of the Princess
                        - Zodiac Brave Story
                        - Zodiac Stone
                        - Bart Company's dark rumor
                VII.  Job
                VIII. Treasure

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                      Versions and Updates
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Version 1.0 -=- (Started: September 28, 2001)
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     Updates:
     - Script Update:
         A small update in Chapter 1  
     
     Sections:
     - Rumors section
     - Characters section
     
This is the very first version of my FAQ. 


Version 1.1 -=- (Started: October 1, 2001)
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     Updates:
     - Script Update:
         A small update to Chapter 2
     - Character Update
     - Rumors Update

     New Sections: 
     - Job Section
     - Treasure Section 

Created some new sections in this update. Also updated the 
script to Chapter 2. Christmas is nearing.


Version 1.2 -=- (Started: January 10, 2001)
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     Updates:
     - Script Update:
         Updated the script to Chapter 3.
     - Character
     - Job
     - Treasure

Fixed some typos. I am sorry for not updating this for a long 
time. The reason is that I took off a vacation from FAQs. 
Christmas was great. I will be now updating this frequently. 
Enjoy! Happy New Year and a Merry Christmas to all the 
readers.
     
  
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- This month I have decided to make a Final Fantasy Tactics 
complete script. I am still working on it but I hope you guys 
enjoy it and also please visit my Suikoden and Final Fantasy 
IX Game Script FAQ. Thank you. This FAQ is best viewed in 
Microsoft Word. Now let's begin the Script.



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                 clasping a gem to his heart.

                 Engraving vanishing memories
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                 He places finely honed skills
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                    Spoken from the sword,
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                 Now the story can be told...

                        Square presents

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     I am Alazlam, a scholar of ancient Ivalice history...

            Have you ever heard of the "Lion War"?

              It divided Ivalice in two over who
             would be the successor to the throne.

               It ended with the appearance of a
                   young hero named Delita.

                  Everybody living here knows
                      this hero's tale...

                  But we also know that what
                 we see with our eyes alone...
                 isn't necessarily the truth.

                      Here's a young man.

              He is the youngest son of the noble
               Beoulve...pillars of knighthood.

              There's no record of his playing an 
                 active part in history but...

           According to the "Durai Report" released 
            last year (concealed for many years by
         church), this unknown man is the true hero...

             The church claims he was a blasphemer
             and anarchist-the root of all evil...

                   But is this the "truth"?

                    Won't you join me on a
                   journey for the "truth"?

    Before that, please tell me your 'name' and 'birthday'.
                        
                        Ramza:  July 26

FMV: Plains and rocks are seen. 

                        Square presents
                    The "Zodiac Brave Story"

The sun shines and the game's name is seen above.

                   -'FINAL FANTASY TACTICS'-

The credits roll and a knight riding chocobo comes to view. 
The knight has the crest of the "black lion". The knight 
signals and a four men riding chocobos comes out from behind.  
The five chocobos runs through the high plains, puddles and 
into the forest. The knight and the others comes in front of 
what seems to be a church. 

                    -- Orbonne Monastery --
 
God, please help us sinful children of Ivalice.

Female Knight: Princess Ovelia, let's go.

Princess Ovelia: Just a moment, Agrias...

Agrias: The guards have already arrived.

[The priest steps forward.]

Priest: Princess, don't give Agrias trouble. Please hurry...

[A knight and two squires comes in from outside.]

Black Knight: What's going on? It's been nearly an hour!

Agrias: Don't be rude to the Princess, Gafgarion.

[The two squires behind the Black Knight kneels down while the 
Black Knight simply bows his head.]

Gafgarion: Is this going to be alright, Agrias? This is an 
urgent issue for us.

Agrias: So there are rude knaves even among the Hokuten?

Gafgarion: I'm being more than kind to the guard captains 
here. Besides, we're mercenaries hired by the Hokuten. I'm not 
obliged to show respect to you.

Agrias: What? How dare you!

[The princess stands up.]

Ovelia: Enough. Let's go.

[The two squires stands up on their feet while the princess 
walks over to the priest.]

Priest: Go with God.

Ovelia: You too, Simon.

[A wounded female knight comes in. The priest helps the 
knight.]

Female Knight: Lady Agrias!... The enemy!

Simon: Prince Goltana's men!?

[Agrias quickly rushes out to confront the enemy.]

Gafgarion: What one must do to make money. What, Ramza? You 
have a problem, too?

Ramza: ...I'm no longer a Knight. Just a mercenary like you.

Gafgarion: ...That's right. Well then. Let's go!

Ovelia: Oh God...

- Outside the monastery -

Agrias: The crest of the Black Lion!? What's wrong with Prince 
Goltana!? He's such an idiot! Does he want to start a war!? 

Goltana Knight: Knave! There's no point in resisting! Just 
give us the Princess, or that beautiful face of yours will be 
scarred forever!

[The black knight and the two squires comes out to help Agrias 
and the others.]

Gafgarion: Fool! Only idiots attack head on!

[Agrias steps forward.]

Agrias: Leave this to us!

Gafgarion: We can't make money that way! Rad, Ramza! Follow 
me!! Kill them all! Don't leave any survivors!

Agrias: Nonsense! There's no need to kill them! That's just 
what Goltana wants us to do! Just let them go!

Gafgarion: That's impossible!

[Agrias takes the upper hand and releases Statis Sword on the 
two archers, injuring and stopping the two. Rad and the other 
two knight pummels the rest of the archers while Gafgarion 
draws his sword and kills the Chemist with his Night Sword 
ability. Ramza finishes off Lezales by stabbing him on the 
chest. Ovelia's screaming is heard after the battle.]

Ovelia: Let go of me!

[Agrias looks at the monastery.]

Agrias: Damn!!

[Agrias rushes in for the rescue. Meanwhile a knight takes the 
princess through the back door of the monastery.]

Knight: Come here! Be quiet!!

Ovelia: Why should I listen to you!?

Knight: What an annoying Princess.

[The knight punches the princess on her stomach and puts her 
on his chocobo. Agrias comes out to save Ovelia.]

Agrias: Wait!!

Knight: Tough...Don't blame us. Blame yourself or God.

[The knight takes off riding his chocobo. Agrias runs after 
the chocobo and realizing she cannot keep up she kneels down.]

Agrias: Oh, God......

Ramza: ...Delita?? You're alive, Delita? But, why are you in 
Goltana's troops? Why...?

<< Delita's name appears for the first time a year before the 
Lion War broke out. Many soldiers who returned from the war, 
had no jobs, little money, and even less loyalty to the crown. 
Many became thieves and rebels plotting rebellion against the 
royal family. At that time robbery and murder were commonplace 
in Ivalice. Many heroes and wizards came out of there. And 
Gariland was no exception either >>

=====================
Chapter 1: THE MEAGER
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---==== PAST ====---

[Several students nearing graduation of the Gariland Academy 
were assembled. A plan was being formed, centered on the 
Hokuten, to extinguish the Death Corps who were terrorizing 
the Gallione region. The plan was to have the students handle 
all the future problems.]

              -- Military Academy's Auditorium --

Cadet: I heard another wagon bound for Igros was attacked. 

Cadet: Must have been the Death Corps...

Ramza: Something's starting... Know anything, Delita?

Delita: No...but I can guess.

Ramza: What do you mean?

Delita: Prince Larg's coming to town.

Ramza: Prince Larg? Why?

Delita: Not only Larg, but Marquis Elmdor of Limberry, too.

Ramza: That's news! It's not an official visit, is it?

Delita: There are danger zones everywhere in Ivalice. The 
Hokuten Knights are in full operation, but suffering from a 
shortage of men.

Ramza: So, they need us cadets. 

Voice: Everyone, fall in!

[A Hokuten knight comes in.]

Hokuten Knight: You have a mission! As you know, barbarians 
are rapidly increasing here in Gallione. The traitorous Death 
Corps detest the royal family. We cannot overlook them. We 
will begin exterminating these traitors. By order of our 
Master. Larg's Knights stationed at Igros Castle and many 
other groups will participate. Your duty is to support the 
flank. Specifically, you'll go to Igros and help guard it.

[A female Hokuten knight comes in the room and whispers 
something to the knight. After that the knight leaves the 
room.]

Hokuten Knight: Cadets, ready your swords! A gang of tortured 
thieves is trying to sneak into this town. We'll begin 
preparations now to keep them out of town! Come with me! This 
is the frontline of operations! That's all! Prepare 
immediately!

[The cadets confronts the thieves at Dorter Trade City.]

                   -- Magic City Gariland --

Thief: What's this? Just a bunch of kids! What luck! OK, all 
we have to do is kill these kids! Then, we can escape! Don't 
you worry! We'll kill every one of you!

Delita: Ramza, watch out! Don't rush them!

Ramza: Don't patronize me, Delita! I'm also a Beoulve!!

Thief: Beoulve!? THE Beoulve family!? So, you must be cadets 
from the military academy! Snot-nosed little nobles!!

Ramza: Silence! Surrender or die in obscurity!!

Thief: What can a bunch of kids like you do? Buncha spoiled 
punks like you'll never beat us!!

[Ramza quickly runs towards an inexperienced squire and 
deflects a blow, making the inexperienced squire reeling back 
into the midst of the battlefield. One of the cadets stabs the 
inexperienced squire from the back leaving three squires and 
one chemist. Delita slashed wildly on the battlefield with his 
sword cutting down a surprised squire. The other cadets struck 
their sword on the remaining two squires. Ramza realizing the 
chemist, hurled up his broad sword and struck down his sword 
on the chemist's neck.]

Ramza: Why do you continue committing acts like robbery? You 
wouldn't have died this way if you'd led an honest life.

[Ramza remembered his father's death... Balbanes Beoulve, 
renowned hero of the Fifty Year War, has been bedridden for 2 
years due to illness. The sight of his father ill in bed was 
unbearable for Ramza to remember, with an army of 150,000. All 
four children gathered for their father's last moments.]

=-= Past =-=

<< Having attained the highest rank of Heavenly Knight, brave 
Balbanes was facing his last days... >>

== The end of the 50 Year War ==
-- The Beoulve Residence -- 

[Balbanes is lying on the bed while Alma, Zalbag and Dycedarg 
watches him.]

Balbanes: How goes......the battle?

Zalbag: Through swift action we were able to recover Limberry. 
It's only a matter of time before the Ordalia army leaves 
Zeltennia. Don't worry.

Lord Dycedarg: The secret messenger sent to Count Lenario has 
returned. Count Lenario has agreed to your plan.

Balbanes: Good...then, at last... this long war... will 
finally come to an end.

Alma: Father...

[Alma starts to cry.]

Balbanes: Don't cry...my daughter...

Zalbag: Where is Ramza? Just when we need him most!

Balbanes: Dycedarg, Zalbag... my beloved sons... Take care of 
Ramza. He may be your half brother, but he is my own flesh.

[Ramza comes in running into room.]

Ramza: Father!!

[Ramza comes near to his father's bed.]

Dycedarg: Lower your voice.

Balbanes: I'm glad you came... Let me...look at you...

Ramza: Father...

Balbanes: It has been a long time... You've become a fine 
man... You start at the Academy...in spring, don't you?

[Balbanes brings out his hand. Ramza takes his hand.]

Ramza: .........

Balbanes: Listen, Ramza...... A Beoulve has served the royal 
family for generations. The warrior spirit is in us. Never 
shame your name... never tolerate in justice... Living true to 
your hear is the warrior's way......the Beoulve way.

Ramza: I understand, father......

Balbanes: Delita's a good boy. He should serve you well... 
I've asked the dean to accept him into the Academy. It shocked 
the dean a bit. He will serve you well... Treat him well...

Ramza: Y, yes......father.........

Balbanes: Take good care of Alma... Become a fine knight... 
Ramza. 

[Balbanes dies.]

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[On their way to Igros Castle the cadets comes across some 
thieves. A swordsman was attacked by the Death Corps on the 
Mandalia Plains. He was attacked while heading for Igros. The 
Marquis was abducted, that man was the only survivor.]

                     -- Mandalia Plains --

Thief (1): Still breathing. What'll we do?

Thief (2): Don't be stupid. We just need to get the Marquis.

Thief (1): Right. Hey, don't blame us. Blame fate.

[The cadets comes out.]

Thief (2): Wha? Damn! The Hokuten knights!

Delita: Death corps? They attacking someone?

Ramza: 1. Our duty is to destroy the Death Corps.
       2. Save him is our priority.
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Ramza: < 1. Our duty is to destroy the Death Corps. >
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Ramza: Get them!

Delita: Are you mad Ramza? Leaving him stranded!?

Ramza: Is this how you fight?

Delita: ...I'll save him.

- Continues with the game -


Ramza: < 2. Saving him is our priority. > 
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Ramza: Don't disgrace the knights! Saving him comes first!
 
- Continues with the game -


Algus: Reinforcements? Thank God!

[Algus quick thinking grabs a sword from the enemy squire and 
sweeps the sword cutting the squire down. The thief draws a 
small knife just when one of the cadet finds an arrow on his 
neck. Delita runs forward, plunging his sword into a squire's 
back. Ramza was now facing a squire alone, the squire tries a 
quick blow on Ramza, which Ramza easily counters the blow and 
stabs the sword through his chest. One of the cadet casts Fire 
on the Red Panther burning him down.]
 
- If Algus did not die during the battle -

Ramza: Are you OK?

Algus: Barely... But the Marquis...

Ramza: Marquis? You mean Marquis Elmdor?

Algus: Yeah. Who're you?

Ramza: We're military cadets. I think we can help. Tell us 
more.

- Continues with the game -


- If Algus died during the battle -

Ramza: Still breathing. Let's save him!

- Continues with the game -


Algus: I'm Algus...of the Limberry Aegis Knights......

Delita: A knight...?

Algus: ...I mean, a cadet... like you all.

Ramza: I'm Ramza Beoulve. This is Delita, a good friend.

[Algus looks at Ramza in surprise.]

Algus: Beoulve...? ...of the Hokuten? Excellent! How lucky I 
am!

Ramza: ???

Algus: I beg you, please help me save the Marquis!

Delita: What are you talking about?

Algus: The Marquis is still alive! They've kidnapped him! He 
will be killed, if we don't act fast! I don't know what I 
would do if...... So, please! Help me! Please!!

Delita: Relax. We don't know for sure if he'll be killed. 
There must be some reason for Death Corps to take him. They 
might have made some demands.

Ramza: Besides, there is nothing we can do. The Marquis was 
kidnapped, and I'm sure by now everyone at Igros Castle is up 
in arms. 

Delita: First, we should go to Igros and report.

Algus: All right. Let's do that.

[Ramza, Delita, Algus and the others reaches Igros Castle. 
They reach the capital city of Igros in Gallione. Ramza heads 
for the castle. Your brother, Dycedarg was waiting for you at 
Igros Castle and they all has a dinner.]


- Inside Igros Castle -

Dycedarg: ...I hear you beat the first troops. I'm proud to be 
your brother. The senior statesmen spoke highly of you. You 
are truly descended from Beoulves.

Ramza: ...Thank you.

Dycedarg: Aren't you happy?

Ramza: Oh, yes, I am. Thank you for the kind words....You 
might have heard about the enemy attacking Elmdor's carriage 
and kidnapping him. What would you have us do?

Dycedarg: I've already had Zalbag send out a search party. 
They'll probably demand ransom... if he's still alive.

[Algus stands up from his chair and bows his head.]

Algus: Highness. Please let me have 100 soldiers!

Dycedarg: .........

Algus: I beg you. Let me avenge my comrades murder!

Dycedarg: I said it's taken care of. Didn't you hear me? 
Gallione isn't any place for you. Let us handle it.

Algus: B..ut!

Dycedarg: Think of your rank, Algus! Have you forgotten you're 
just a soldier without rank of Knighthood?

Algus: Urrrgh......

[Algus sits down.]

Dycedarg: I want you to guard Igros Castle. It shouldn't be so 
difficult. "Danger" probably won't get this far.

[After having dinner Ramza, Delita and Algus goes outside in 
the castle's courtyard.]

-- Igros Castle's Courtyard --

Algus: ...My family was once respected like the Beoulves. My 
grandfather was captured during the Fifty Year War... He sold 
his friends out to the enemy to save himself. But, as he left 
the castle, he got stabbed in the back by a cadet just like 
myself. One of my grandfather's friends managed to escape and 
spread the story around. Of course my father didn't believe 
it, but everyone else did, they deserted him...

[Algus picks up a rock and throws it into the flowing river.]

Algus: Rank...Dycedarg would never meet with someone like 
me...

Voice of a young girl: Delita!

Delita: Teta!

Ramza: Alma, Zalbag!

[Alma, Teta and Zalbag comes.]

Alma: Brother Ramza. You came back.

Ramza: Long time no see, brother.

Zalbag: I heard how you beat the thieves in Gariland. That's 
worthy of a Beoulve. I'm sure father would've been pleased 
with you.

Ramza: ......Thank you.

Zalbag: Heh...haven't changed a bit. You don't like that much, 
eh? Delita, you look good. I heard about your role also. Just 
look how happy Teta is.

Teta: Delita, I'm glad you're doing well.

Delita: And you also. How is your schooling?

Teta: Fine. Everyone is so nice to me...

Zalbag: I'd like to talk more with you, but I must hunt down 
some thieves. Pardon me.

Ramza: I pray for your victory.

[Zalbag turns around and waves his hand. He walks up and 
suddenly stops.]

Zalbag: ...The Death Corps have demanded a ransom.

Algus: What!?

Zalbag: ...I can't understand it. The Death Corps claim to be 
anarchists, but they only rob and hurt the nobility. It's hard 
to believe they would kidnap the Marquis just for money.

Algus: Absurd! Why they're nothing more than knaves, I say!

Zalbag: The messenger we sent still hasn't returned. He's 
probably in trouble, but the nobles say there's no need to 
search for his whereabouts.

Ramza: Where was he when you last heard from him?

Zalbag: A trade city called Dorter, east of 
Gallione......Guarding a castle is boring work. Don't you 
think?

[Zalbag leaves.]

Delita: Teta, I'm sorry. We must go.

Teta: Don't worry about me. Just take care of yourself.

[Delita hugs Teta.]

Delita: Don't worry. I'll come back safely...so be a good 
girl.

[Delita goes up.]

Delita: Well then, let's go, Algus.

[Delita, Teta and Algus goes off. Ramza tries to follow them 
but is interrupted by Alma.]

Alma: What Teta said is not true. Actually.........

Ramza: Something wrong with Teta?

Alma: She has been picked on at school because of her rank.

Ramza: .........

Alma: Sorry...I shouldn't have worried you like that. Teta 
will be OK. I'll be there for her. Trust me.

Ramza: I'm not worried. But don't you overdo it.

Alma: You're the one going too far to meet their expectations. 
Just be yourself and don't be restricted by your name.
 
Ramza: You sound like our mother. Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha.

[Ramza goes away.]

Alma: Ramza......

[The party leaves Igros castle and heads for Dorter. The party 
encounters some monsters on their way.]

                      -- Sweegy Woods --

Algus: What rotten luck. Meeting monsters in a place like 
this.

Delita: Don't gripe, Algus. It's better than guarding a 
castle.

Algus: This is a matter of life and death. How can you say 
that?

[The monsters approaches the party.]

Ramza: Enough! Here they come!!

[The party easily kills the monsters.]

Ramza: Just through this forest, and we're almost to Dorter.

[The party comes to Dorter and sees two men talking.]


-- Slums in Dorter --

Fencer: ....I said I don't know!

Knight: Don't lie to me! I know what you did! Where is Gustav? 
Where!?

Fencer: I......don't know......

Knight: Where is the Marquis? Where are you hiding him? 
Speak!!

[The knight pulls him up and throws him. The knight then draws 
out his sword and points the sword's tip at Fencer.]

Knight: This is your last chance...... Where is he?

Fencer: D....desert......

Knight: I see...in "Rat Cellar"...

[Ramza and the others comes.]

Ramza: Wait!!

[The knight turns around and looks.]

Knight: Damn, the Hokuten.

[The knight quickly vanishes.]

Algus: Looks like our trip here was well worth it.

Delita: I've seen him somewhere...

Ramza: Do you know him, Delita?

Delita: I saw him at the end of the Fifty Year War in Igros...

[More enemies comes out to help the knight.]

Ramza: I guess we must fight. Eaaagggghh!!

Delita: Now I remember! His name is Wiegraf. Leader of a 
volunteer army, a corps of Death Knights.

Algus: What? .... You mean he's the.....?

Delita: Yes... The leader of the Death Corps.

[Delita goes up on top of the building and pushes the 
surprised archer off the building. Ramza slashes down the 
wizard with a mighty blow, while Algus cuts the archer. The 
cadet's monk broke the second wizard's jaw with an incredible 
wave fist. One of the cadets embedded a crossbow bolt on the 
last archer. Ramza knocks the knight's sword out of his grasp 
and points the tip of his sword at the knight's face. The 
party captures Fencer the knight.]

Algus: You must be the Death Corps. Where is the Marquis? 
Where is he being held? Tell us!! 

[Fencer is silence.]

Algus: Your boss, Wiegraf was just here. Where did he go!?

[The knight doesn't speak.]

Algus: Y, you bastard! Say something!!

[Algus kicks him on the stomach, grabs his hair up and tries 
to hit him.]

Ramza: Stop! Algus!

Algus: Damn.

[Algus lets him go.]

Algus: ...Listen carefully. In a moment, the Hokuten will 
begin to slaughter you. That's right, each of you're going 
straight to hell. Being a thief sure pays, huh? But you're 
lucky. You tell us where Wiegraf is going, and I'll let you 
live, OK?

Fencer of Death Corps: I don't know a damn thing.

[Algus kicks him hard on the face.]

Algus: Watch your language! Never talk to nobles like that!

Fencer: We're...not...thieves.

Algus: What did you say!?

Fencer: ...Nobles never change. You think we aren't human. We 
risk our lives in the War for this country...... But you 
dumped us afterward. How are we different? Birth? Status? What 
the hell's rank?

Algus: You kidnap people for ransom! So don't act so great!!

Fencer: ...Kidnapping the Marquis was not Mr. Wiegraf's plan.

Algus: !?

Fencer: We'd never kidnap a VIP.... for money....

Ramza: Then, who? Who kidnapped Elmdor?

Fencer: .........

Algus: Talk! If it wasn't you, then who else would do it?

Fencer: .....Gustav.

Algus: Gustav? Who the hell is he?

Delita: Gustav Margueriff... Captain of the "Death Corps".

Algus: So it WAS you all!

Fencer: No. We're fighting to beat you! We're proud that we 
fight for equality... We're different from Gustav!

[Algus kicks him again on the face.]

Algus: Proud? Bastards!!

Ramza: Enough, Algus!

Algus: So, where is this Gustav?

Fencer: .... 'Sand Rat Cellar'.

Algus: Sand ra-a-a-ts?

Delita: Algus may not know what they are since he's not from 
here. 'Sand Rats' only inhabit the Zeklaus Desert north of 
Dorter.

Algus: !?

Ramza: Was there a village between Dorter and Zeklaus Desert?

Delita: Not anymore. But there is a place where desert people 
used to gather...

Ramza: ......Gustav and the Marquis may be there.

Delita: Yes, probably.

Algus: What's that mean??

Ramza: 'Cellar' means a rat's nest.

Algus: !?

[The party heads for the Cellar.]


-- Desert of the Sand Mouse --

Death Corps Knight: Hey, did you hear? The Hokuten are moving.

Archer: So I heard. What's going to happen to us?

Knight: Forget the Corps and run before we get killed.

Soldier: We'll die anyway even if we follow Wiegraf.

Knight: Exactly. If we get a ransom for the Marquis like 
Gustav planned, we can get outta this misery.

[The party arrives.]

Guard: Oh, God!! The Hokuten!!

Ramza: Let's get the guard first, before the others find us!!

[The cadet's archer sent off a few arrows from his bow hitting 
one of the knight's heads. Another cadet casts Fire2, sending 
one archer and a monk to the ground. Ramza and the others 
weren't close enough to hit anyone with their swords. By now, 
the enemies were out of their hideout. One of the knight had 
secretly crawled behind Ramza's behind and attacked from the 
back. Ramza saw the incoming blow with the corner of his eye 
and thinking quickly, Ramza swung his sword back and had 
managed to stuck it on the knight's chest. The other monk 
burst a hit on Ramza's face. Laughing the monk turned his 
head, just in time to see the sword of Delita heading straight 
for his neck. Algus hurls a blow on the last knight. The 
knight fell on the ground, dead. Victories at the "Desert Rat 
Hole", the party searches for Marquis. The party finds Marquis 
inside a shack.]

-- Shack --

Wiegraf: Gustav, why don't you give up?

Gustav: Your revolution can never succeed!! What we need is 
food and a place to sleep, not ideas! And we need it now!!

Wiegraf: You only see the present. You have to fix the basics! 

Gustav: And you think you'll do that? I don't think so, 
Wiegraf. Never!

[Wiegraf steps forward to make a strike.]

Wiegraf: Is that all you want to say? Gustav, good-bye.

[Gustav runs in full speed and tries to score a blow on 
Wiegraf first. Wiegraf counters and in one motion he stabs 
Gustav straight through his chest.]

Gustav: Ugh...u...

[Gustav drops his sword dies on the ground. Ramza, Delita and 
Algus comes inside the shack.]

Ramza: Wiegraf!!

[Algus sees Marquis lying on the floor.]

Algus: Marquis!!

[Algus tries to free Marquis but is stopped by Wiegraf. 
Wiegraf points his sword at Marquis.]

Wiegraf: Freeze!

Algus: You bastard!!!

Delita: Stop it, Algus.

Wiegraf: The Marquis is all right. Take him back to Igros.

Ramza: What?

Wiegraf: Kidnapping wasn't our goal. We never stoop to such 
acts. You can have the Marquis, if you just let me go...well?

Algus: Don't trifle with us! You can't beat us!

[Delita pulls Algus back.]

Delita: Stop it, Algus. He's serious!

[The three goes over to Elmdor while Wiegraf goes near to the 
door.]

Elmdor: Ugnn..n....

[Wiegraf quickly leaves the room. Algus tries to chase Wiegraf 
but Delita blocks his way.]

Delita: Let him go, Algus!!

Algus: Why do you stop me!

Delita: The Death Corps will destroy itself! Don't risk it!

Algus: ...Ughh!!

Ramza: He's all right. Weakened, but no serious wounds.

Delita: Let's go back to Igros...

[After saving Marquis the party heads back to Igros.]


-- Inside Igros Castle --

Dycedarg: What happened? Why did you go to Zeklaus Desert?

Ramza: ...................

Dycedarg: Explain to me......

Delita: I forced Ramza to go with me.

Dycedarg: Is that true, Ramza? Delita forced you to go?

Ramza: .....No, it was my decision. Not Delita's.

Delita: Ramza's lying. I was the one to......

Ramza: No need to protect me. I decided to ignore an order!

Dycedarg: If everyone acted lawlessly, how could "law" exist? 
We Beoulves must show the importance of observing the "law" as 
the Knights rule. Are you trying to ruin the Beoulve name?

Ramza: ......I'm sorry, brother.

A man's voice: That's enough, Dycedarg.

[The man enters the room. Delita, Ramza and Algus kneels 
down.]

A well dressed man: He was a great help rescuing the Marquis. 
I know young soldiers are eager to succeed. So were we.

Dycedarg: Don't spoil him. There's a line between right and 
wrong.

Larg: So, you are Dycedarg's younger brother.....relax. You 
look exactly like the late General Balbanes... A fine-looking 
young man. I'm sure that youthful energy didn't come from just 
guarding the castle.....

Dycedarg: The mission is nearly done. I'll allow you to join. 
We'll attack some of the thieves' hideouts at once. You choose 
one of them.

Ramza: ... Yes.

[The three leaves. Larg walks over to the window.]

Dycedarg: I'm sorry.

Larg: Don't apologize, Dycedarg. After all, Gustav wasn't much 
of a soldier. The plan couldn't be changed after the Marquis 
was kidnapped in Gallione.... Besides, he did save the 
Marquis's life. They must accept our demands. Your brother's 
actions turned the tide for us...

Dycedarg: The King doesn't have much time to live......... We 
must hurry......

Larg: Yes, I'm counting on you, my friend....

[The extermination of the Death Corps was near. The party 
heads to Thieves Fort.]

                      -- Thieves Fort --

Miluda: Communication with the main unit's been cut off. It's 
over.

Death Corps Priest: No way! It's not over yet!

Priest: I agree. It continues until the nobles apologize to 
us!

Miluda: My brother.... His views are too optimistic.

Death Corps Guard: Enemy attack!!

[The cadets arrives.]

Algus: Ramza helped me save the Marquis. I'll stay on till the 
end!
 
[A thief went running toward Delita. Just as Delita draws his 
sword, the thief attacks. Delita barely managed to parry the 
blow, but the tip of the thief's sword struck free on Delita's 
left arm. In pain, Delita struck hard with his sword through 
the thief's throat. Ramza was delivering attacks at another 
thief, the thief found the powerful blows hard to block and 
soon saw his destiny. Algus also struck his sword on a thief, 
the thief screamed his last scream and fell on the ground.]

Miluda: Who do you think you are!? We're not animals! We're 
human, just like you! There's no difference among us other 
than our families! You ever been hungry? With only soup to eat 
for months? Why do we have to suffer? Because you nobles 
deprive us our right to live!

Algus: Human? Hmph, ridiculous! From the minute you were born 
you had to obey us! From the second you were born you were our 
animals!!

Miluda: Says who!? That's nonsense! Who decided all this?! 

Algus: It's the Will of Heaven!

Miluda: Heaven? God would never say such things! In his eyes, 
all are equal! He'd never let this happen! Never!

Algus: Animals have no God!!

Miluda: !!!!

Delita: Ramza, Is she really our enemy....?

[There was now only Miluda left. The knight ran toward Ramza. 
Ramza parried her attacks. Soon the party had her surrounded.]

Ramza: Lay down your swords. Surrender and we'll spare you.

[Realizing that she can't win, Miluda gives up.]

Miluda: Go ahead, kill us then. We're just animals-Kill us!

Ramza: You hate us that much...?

Algus: Ramza Kill her, now! She's your enemy! An enemy of the 
Beoulves! Understand? Your enemy! She's a loser. Who's lost 
sight of life! Losers cannot remain alive! If we don't kill 
her, she'll kill us! We can't coexist! Kill her, Ramza! With 
your own hands!!

Delita: Ramza, I don't see why she's our enemy...

Algus: What did you say? Are you mad, Delita?

Delita: She's not an animal...... She's human just like us...

Algus: Are you betraying us!? You, too....!?

Miluda: Oh, sympathy is it? Despicable creatures. You're my 
enemy as long as you belong to the Beoulves. Don't forget 
it......

[Miluda leaves into the shadows, holding her wounds.]

Ramza: Delita...., we are ......?

Algus: Geez, what's wrong with you?  

<< Meanwhile, at Igros, capital of Gallione, Beoulve castle >>

[The Pirates attacks the Beoulve mansion. Knowing the majority 
of the troops were out killing Death Corps. The Corps 
objective was to kill Dycedarg, a major influence on Larg. The 
attack was going smoothly when Zalbag arrives and spoils the 
plan.]

-- Beoulve castle --

Teta: Let go! Stop it, let go of me!!

[A man riding a chocobo leaves off with Teta.]

Golagros: Hurry up!

[A thief comes out of the castle holding Alma' hand.]

Alma: Ouch! Let go of my hand! Brother!!

[Zalbag comes in rushing and kills the thief with a single 
blow from his sword.]

Golagros: Damn... That's it!!

[The man leaves, riding his chocobo off.]

Zalbag: Are you all right, Alma?

Alma: I'm OK, but Teta isn't.

Zalbag: Yes, I know.

[Dycedarg comes out holding his wound. Alma helps Dycedarg.]

Zalbag: Brother!!

Dycedarg: I, I'm all right...... What about ...Alma....?

Alma: Yes. I'm fine. What an awful wound....

Dycedarg: I never thought they'd come here. They're after me.

Zalbag: Five people were killed, and Teta was kidnapped.

Dycedarg: After them....Leave no stone unturned until you find 
them.

Alma: Please don't talk anymore!

Dycedarg: Death Corps......bastard.

[Dycedarg faints.]

Alma: Are you all right!?

Zalbag: Hey! Anybody there!? 

[The cadet comes to Igros and finds out what happened.]

-- Inside Beoulve castle --

[Injured from the Death Corps attack, Dycedarg lay in his 
bed.]

Dycedarg: I heard you destroyed the enemies' hideout...Good 
job. Leave the rest to Zalbag and relax for a while... No need 
to worry.... It's not that bad of a wound.

Ramza: Teta.... What about Teta....?

Dycedarg: As soon as we find their base, Zalbag will attack in 
force.

Ramza: W, What...!?

Dycedarg: Death Corps is falling apart. Deserters are down to 
a few. Wiegraf will be caught... It's just a matter of time.

Ramza: Teta.... Are you deserting Teta?

Dycedarg: Don't worry. Everything's all planned. We won't 
attack until Teta's returned. For certain. I'd never abandon 
Teta. She's like a sister to me.

-- Oustide of Beoulve castle --

[Delita goes outraged. Ramza tries to stop Delita.]

Ramza: Wait, Delita. Where are you going? Just calm down! 

Delita: Calm down? Are you kidding? I can't calm down!

You don't know where she is! Don't waste your time!

[Delita pulls up Ramza.]

Delita: Waste my time!? She is my only sister!!

Ramza: Remember, Dycedarg said... He'd never abandon Teta... 
So....don't .... Ugh...I...can't breath.

[Delita lets go Ramza.]

Delita: I'm sorry, Ramza. Are you all right....?

Ramza: Y... yeah.......cough...cough...

[Algus comes out.]

Algus: Never believe in "never".

Ramza: You mean my brother's lying?

Algus: If I were him, I'd never save a common girl.

Delita: What did you say......?

Algus: I said I won't send troops to save you, commoners!!

Delita: How dare you!!

[Delita punches Algus on the face. Algus goes off flying. He 
holds his cheek. Ramza holds Delita.]

Ramza: Stop it! Delita!

Delita: Let go of me! Damn you! Let go!!

Algus: Heh! Commoners are all alike. You'll never be nobles! 
Delita, You don't belong here! Understand, rascal!?

Delita: Damn you!!

Ramza: Enough! Delita! And you, too, Algus!

[Algus stands up.}

Algus: Ramza, don't you see? He's not one of us. You see, 
Ramza, we nobles can't live with them.

Ramza: Lies! He's my good friend. We're like brothers!

Algus: That's exactly the point. Don't act like friends. You 
are the son of a distinguished family. You cannot be with him. 
I'm sure your brothers would agree with me!

[Delita pushes Ramza aside.]

Delita: Not all nobles are like you! I trust Ramza!

[Delita goes off.]

Ramza: Get lost! I never want to see you again!!

Algus: Don't say that. We're friends, aren't we?

[Ramza steps forward.]

Algus: I won't say it again! Get lost!!

[Algus walks off and stops.]

Algus: Their base is at Fort Zeakden. I heard it from your 
brother. There are several cordons, so you can't attack them 
from the front, of course. The only way is to attack from the 
rear. Well...do your best, you spoiled-rotten boy.

Ramza: Get out!!

[Algus leaves. While heading for Fort Zeakden, in a sunset 
field, Delita stops and ponders his identity. Ramza, who 
couldn't give any words of wisdom, felt powerless.]

                     -- Mandalia Plains --

Delita: Beautiful. Somewhere Teta's watching the same sunset. 

Ramza: ....Don't worry, Delita. I'm sure she is OK.

Delita: ....I've felt out of place for a long time.

Ramza: Are you thinking about what Algus said?

Delita: I guess there are things you can't change, no matter 
what.

Ramza: Don't say that. If you put effort into it...

Delita: Could I be a general if I tried hard enough? I want to 
rescue Teta on my own, but I can't do a thing. I'm 
'useless'....

Ramza: ...........................

[Delita picks a reed.]

Delita: Remember how father taught us to play that reed flute?

[Delita then begins to play a reed flute, so does Ramza, a 
skill they learned from Balbanes.] 


                     -- Lenalia Plateau --

[The party arrives at Lenalia Plateau and meets with Miluda 
again.]

Miluda: It's blocked here, too... There is no way out.

Death Corps Soldier: Forget it. We might as well surrender....

Miluda: I'd rather die here than get taken prisoner!! Besides, 
if we get caught here, we'll be executed! Fighting is the only 
way out!

Delita: Where is Wiegraf?! Where did you hide Teta!?

Miluda: Teta? You mean that Beoulve, Golagros took hostage?

Delita: Teta's my sister! She has nothing to do with them! 
It's pointless to hold her hostage! Please, return my sister!

Miluda: And what about you? Will you Nobles give back all you 
took from us? We're only asking you to return what you took 
from us in the first place. But no-you just keep taking! 
Forcing us to retaliate! Just give up! There's no reason to 
return her!!

Delita: I, I.....!!

[One of the enemy knights ran down for a strike on a cadet. 
The cadet counter-attacks and injures the knight. A bolt had 
found the injured knight's back. The cadet's knight ran at the 
second knight and breaks her sword using the 'Weapon Break' 
ability. Realizing she has no sword, the unarmed knight 
escapes. The enemy wizard casts Fire2 on one of the cadet. The 
cadet uses the 'Counter Magic' ability and burns down the 
enemy wizard. Ramza and Miluda goes head on, Ramza manages to 
take the upper hand by attacking with some powerful blow. 
Miluda found the powerful blow hard to parry or counter.]

Miluda: I can't die now! Not during the revolution! I'm a 
Death Corps soldier!! I'll never run away!!

Ramza: Put the sword away, Miluda! No use fighting any longer! 
Let's put down our swords, stop fighting, and talk! There must 
be a solution to all this! Let's find it! I'll talk to my 
brother! No, I'll talk to Lord Larg! Trust me!!

Miluda: No more tricky smooth talk! I'm sick of your lies!!

Ramza: I'm not lying!! You say revolution......... Is a 
revolution necessary? Is it our fault? Are we making you 
suffer? What's the problem?

Miluda: Ignorance itself is a crime! What you think is right 
is only what you can see. But, that's not everything. It's not 
your fault. But I'll keep blaming you until there's a change! 
As long as you're a Beoulve, you're my enemy!

[Delita puts his sword through the enemy wizard's unarmed 
back. Miluda thinking that she would never surrender and the 
flow of the battle was not on her side. She ran straight for 
Ramza's sword, stabbing herself.]

Miluda: B...Brother... I'm sorry...

[Miluda dies.]

Ramza: Why...? What went wrong?

Delita: Damn it, who the hell am I? Who...?

[In a small windmill at Fovoham, Golagros and Wiegraf, hid 
from the Hokuten.]

-- In a Small Windmill --

Wiegraf: Why did you kidnap the girl?

Golagros: I needed a hostage to escape.

Wiegraf: If that was the case, you could've let her go later. 
What....now you, Golagros?

Golagros: You putting me with Gustav? Think. The Death Corps 
lost most of their men and now are surrounded by the Hokuten. 
She was our only ace in the hole to get us out of this. 
Because she's a Beoulve.

[Wiegraf and Golagros looks at Teta.]

Wiegraf: What good is escaping? Or were you even thinking 
that? Even if we do escape, we'll get caught sooner or later 
and be in their power! We must make it so our children don't 
have to go through what we did. A small stone may only make a 
small ripple at first, but someday it will be a wave. Even if 
we have to rust away here!

Golagros: So you would have us die?

Wiegraf: Not in vain. Take as many Nobles with you as 
possible!

Golagros: Ludicrous! We'll die like dogs!!

Wiegraf: No, there may be still be survivors at Fort Zeakden. 
If you join them, you may get something!

Golagros: They're probably dead already...

[A soldier comes in and informs Wiegraf about Miluda's death.]

Wiegraf: What!? Miluda killed?! Miluda....

Soldier: It's a just a matter of time before the squad gets 
here. What should we do?

Wiegraf: Alright. Retreat!! You heard, Golagros. Go to Fort 
Zeakden. Leave the girl here!

Voice of a guard: They're here!! The Hokuten are here!

[The soldier rushes out.]

Wiegraf: Damn! Already? I'll stop them here! Golagros, you 
head for Fort Zeakden with others!

[Wiegraf goes outside.]

Golagros: I'm not going... Now way I'm going to die!

[Golagros looks at Teta.]


-- Windmill Shed --  

[The squad arrives. They find Wiegraf waiting for them.]

Wiegraf: You...it was you... Did you kill Miluda? It was you 
cadets who killed my sister!

Ramza: She was Wiegraf's sister?

Wiegraf: Well then, I have no choice. I'll avenge my sister!!

Delita: Give Teta back!!

Wiegraf: Teta? Oh, that girl? So you're a Beoulve?

Ramza: He's not a Beoulve! I am!

Wiegraf: Then Golagros was wrong. But he is with you, correct?

Ramza: It doesn't matter who he is. You have his sister.

Wiegraf: Correct me if I'm wrong... Either way, the girl was 
to be released anyway. We had no intention of keeping her. But 
first things first! If you want the girl back, you'll have to 
beat me!!

[Trying to get Teta back, Delita jumps into the middle of the 
battlefield heading straight at Wiegraf. Wiegraf releases a 
Crush Punch on Delita, Delita goes down cold. Seeing this 
Ramza quickly goes for the rescue. On his way to Delita, Ramza 
cuts the throat of the enemy monk and stabs his sword straight 
on the enemy knight's chest.]

Ramza: Put the sword down! No need to waste lives!

Wiegraf: Then, why did you kill her? Why Miluda?

Ramza: I had no intention of killing her! There are other ways 
than fighting. Can we talk?

Wiegraf: You still don't understand why we won't surrender! 
What good is talking anyway? Could you make something happen 
even if you wanted to? You couldn't, could you? And even if 
you did, your brothers wouldn't allow it!!

Ramza: My brothers don't want to fight!! Wiegraf, if you put 
the sword down, they'll listen!

Wiegraf: HA! This's absurd! Your brothers don't want to fight? 
You're so deluded!

[In rage over Delita and the false accusation of his brothers, 
Ramza runs straight at Wiegraf. Wiegraf quickly releases a 
Crush Punch on Ramza. Ramza barely manages to escape the Crush 
Punch and goes in for the strike. The strike successfully 
injures Wiegraf.]

Wiegraf: Hmph-tough one, eh? Miluda, I'm sorry! But I can't 
die here!

Ramza: Wait, Wiegraf! Running away?

Wiegraf: Who do you think had Gustav kidnap the Marquis? Your 
brother, Dycedarg! And I'm sure Zalbag knows, too!

Ramza: Don't be ridiculous! Why would he do such a thing?

Wiegraf: Two lions are fighting for power after the king died! 
One is white lion, Larg. The other is black, Goltana. Both 
want to know who their allies are. But, it's hard to read 
strangers' minds. So, why not kill 'em all and bring in your 
own people? Gustav was deceived by Dycedarg's silk tongue and 
kidnapped the Marquis!

Ramza: Lies!! A Beoulve would never do such a thing!

Wiegraf: You should see for yourself! Goodbye Beoulve!

[Wiegraf vanishes.]

Ramza: Wait, Wiegraf!! Take that back!! 


-- In a Small Windmill --

Delita: Teta! Where are you? Teta!

[Delita and Ramza comes in looking for Teta.]

Delita: I can't find her anywhere! Teta! Where are you!? 

[No sign of Teta.]

Ramza: Did Wiegraf lie to us!? Delita, let's go to Zeakden! 
Teta must be there.

Delita: What happened? What went wrong? Tell me, Ramza. Why 
did this have to happen to Teta?

[Delita falls down on his knee.]

Ramza: Delita...

[The remaining Death Corps members retreated to a snowy Fort 
Zeakden, only to find themselves trapped by the Hokuten. 
Golagros holds Teta as a shield.]


                      -- Fort Zeakden --

Golagros: Get out of here now! What if something happens to 
her? And don't do anything funny! There's tons of powder 
inside the fort! More than enough to blow all of you to hell 
and back! Got it? Then, get out!

Zalbag: The Hokuten will never be threatened by you!! 

[Ramza and Delita finally arrives in the scene.]

Ramza: Brother! Algus!!

[Delita sees Teta.]

Delita: Teta!!

Teta: Delita!!

Golagros: Get out! Now!!

Zalbag: Go on, do it!

Algus: Yes, sir! 

[Algus shoots Teta.]

Golagros: What's this?

[Algus shoots Golagros as well, wounding him.]

Teta: Delita..................

Delita: Teta!!

[A Hokuten knight comes.]

Hokuten Knight: General Zalbag, more enemies are on the 
mountain path! There are about 50 of them. I've been informed 
one of them resembles Wiegraf!

Zalbag: Alright, I'll be right there. Take care of the rest, 
Algus.

Golagros: D...damn it!

[Golagros locks himself inside the fort.]

Delita: Teta!

Algus: Where are you going?

Delita: Algus! You bastard!!

Algus: You want to fight? Fine then, let's go!

Ramza: Brother...why...Teta...?

Algus: C'mon! Animals are animals! I'll prove it to you!!

[Algus calls his men.]

Ramza: Why, why are you doing this? Algus, why!?

Algus: It's your brother's orders. Please don't ask why. 
Besides, would you sacrifice the Hokuten pride, all for a 
common girl!?

Ramza: Teta is Delita's sister!!

Algus: It's about time you learned about 'difference'! 
Different birth, totally different life! It's fate! Neither 
should've been here! Should've been flower sellers somewhere! 
And what about you, Ramza? Why are you arguing with me? You're 
a traitor to Hokuten! 

Ramza: B...but, but, this is inexcusable!

Algus: You're such a spoiled child! How could someone like you 
be a Beoulve?

Delita: Algus! You murdered Teta! I'll kill you! I swear it!

Ramza: I didn't have a choice!!

Algus: You're such a baby! Don't pamper yourself!! Beoulves 
are leaders of warriors. You have certain responsibilities as 
a leader! There are many things that only you can do! You must 
do them for those who can't!

Ramza: I don't want to live life just being used by others!!

Algus: Just being used? Don't talk rubbish!! Beoulves are used 
because of who they are! We ourselves have survived under 
their wing, used their protection! That's right. It's a give 
and take relationship! That's how you survived! Just being 
used? You've been using your "best friend", Delita!

Ramza: Me? Using Delita?

Algus: As a Beoulve, surely you know our mission!? Your 
mission took precedence even when I was attacked on Mandalia 
Plains!!

Ramza: Gmph!!

Algus: Angry, Delita? Angry because you're so utterly 
helpless? Know your limits! Commoners don't have power to 
change things! That's right, get angry! It's all you can do! 
Ha, ha, you deserve it!!

Delita: Is that it? Is that all, Algus?!

Algus: Don't be mad, Delita. You'll join her soon!

Delita: You won't confuse me! Nobody uses me!!

[In rage over Teta's death, Delita runs at Algus. Avoiding the 
knights Delita finds Algus alone. With swift motion Delita 
stabs Algus on his body. Blood trickles from his body.]

Algus: Damn you...How could I be beaten by weaklings like you?

[Delita stabs his sword more deeper into the body of Algus and 
then pulls out his sword. Algus dies miserably. His men 
realizing their leader is dead, vanishes. After the battle, 
Delita walks over to his sister, Teta, and holds her.]

Ramza: ..Delita.

[The dying Golagros ignites the fort's powder stores.]

Ramza; What was that!? An explosion?? Delita, it's dangerous! 
Come over here, quick!!

[Delita doesn't move an inch. The base blows knocking Ramza. 
Ramza stands up.]

Ramza: Delita!!

[The base completely gets destroyed by the explosion.] 

<< I've taken my whole life for granted. When it came down to 
it I dropped it all and ran. >> 
 

---=== PRESENT ===---

-- Outside of Orbonne Monastery --

Gafgarion: so, Ramza you know who kidnapped her?

Ramza: ............

[Agrias comes out.]

Agrias: He's taking Princess Ovelia with him. Can't be that 
far.

Gafgarion: Are you going after him?

Agrias: Of course! I couldn't face the royal family unless I 
do!

Gafgarion: We won't help you. It's not in the contract!

Agrias: We don't need help from one who's not even a knight! A 
knight must fix his won mistakes. This is one of our 
responsibilities as guards! Lavian, Alice, let's go!

[The priest comes out.]

Agrias: Are you all right, Milord?

Simon: The Princess...how is she?

[Agrias shakes her head.]

Agrias: I'm very sorry. I swear I'll get her back!

Simon: ....No. You'd be in danger...

Agrias: Don't worry. I swear on my knight's honor I'll save 
her!

[Ramza steps forward.]

Ramza: I'll go, too! I won't be a burden!

Gafgarion: Are you crazy?! This's none of your business!

Ramza: I have to know! I must see it with my own eyes!

Gafgarion: You mean, that boy you saw?

[Ramza nods.]

Gafgarion: You're stubborn as a mule. Don't cry to me for help 
if something happens!

==============================================
Chapter 2: THE MANIPULATER AND THE SUBSERVIENT
==============================================

[Rad, Alicia, and Lavian joins. The party sets to Dorter. 
Meanwhile at Dorter...] 

Knight: How about 500 gil per head?

Mercenary: Way too low. 2000. It's 2000 gil a head.

Knight: It would be easy to make all of you heretics, you 
know.

Mercenary: Is that a threat? ...How about 1000 gil?

[The knight shakes his head.]

Knight: 700. No more.

[The mercenary thinks hard.]

Mercenary: OK. Done deal.

Knight: They'll be here any minute. Kill all of them. 
Understand?

[The party arrives.]

Knight: Ha, speak of the devil...... There they are. Get them!

[The knight leaves. The mercenary looks at the party.]

Mercenary: That's Gafgarion! Damn! 700 was too cheap!

[The mercenary throws his hat and calls his other mates.]

Gafgarion: Ambush? Going all out, huh?

Agrias: If you don't like it, you can leave!

Gafgarion: I usually don't do freebies, but I'll make an 
exception!

Agrias: You patronizing...

[Gafgarion releases a 'Night Sword' on one of the enemy thief. 
The 'Night Sword' quickly gets the job done. Agrias goes left 
and releases a 'Statis Sword' on the two enemy wizard. A big 
bulk of ice knocks the two wizard to the ground. One of them 
is dead as a doornail and the other is frozen. Ramza felt the 
wind from a crossbow bolt brush by his hair. Ramza went 
towards the first archer and attacked. The sword cut through 
the cotton, the archer fell to the ground. Gafgarion leaped 
out of the way as another bolt sailed past him. Dashing at the 
archer he cut the crossbow in two. Gafgarion lifted his sword 
for the kill, the last thief quickly threw a knife at 
Gafgarion. Seeing the knife Gafgarion quickly moves out of the 
way, the knife sailing through the air gets stuck on the 
scared archer's throat. Laughing mockingly Gafgarion releases 
the 'Night Sword'. The thief lifts his arms to ward off the 
blow. But sadly it cuts straight through him.]

Agrias: There's no time to waste. We must hurry and rescue the 
Princess!

Gafgarion: Where are we going? Do you know where they went?

Agrias: There is only one place they could've escaped to! 
Impregnable fortress... Bethla Garrison.

Ramza: Bethla Garrison...

[On their way to Bethla Garisson..... Araguay Woods.]

-- Araguay Woods --

[6 Goblins are attacking a chocobo.]

Black Goblin: Gob, gob! Gobgobgob!!

[The goblins closes in.]

Chocobo: W-Wark!!

[The party arrives.]

Goblin: Gob, gobu--!!

Agrias: A Chocobo? In this forest?

Gafgarion: Must be pretty stupid to wander into Goblin's 
forest!

Ramza: 1. We must leave now.
       2. Is he strong in a fight?


Ramza: < 1. We must leave now. >
--------------------------------

Ramza: We can't waste time here. We must get out of this 
forest....

Gafgarion: Right. We shouldn't do anything that doesn't make 
money.

Agrias: Sorry, Chocobo... We must save the Princess first. 
Forgive me.

-- Continues with the game --


Ramza: < 2. Is he strong in a fight? >
--------------------------------------

Ramza: Delita said wild Chocobos are stronger than tame ones. 
I wonder if he's strong in a fight?

Gafgarion: You want to help him, Ramza? No money in that!

Agrias: He may help us save the Princess...

-- Continues with the game --

[The 'archer' gets a bolt on the surprised Black Goblin. The 
other goblins seeing their leaders death, runs away.]

Chocobo: W-Wark!!

Ramza: You seem alright.

Gafgarion: You're lucky. You ought to thank Ramza.

[Chocobo joins the party. Upon their arrival at Zirekile 
Falls, the party sees Ovelia and Delita on a bridge surrounded 
by some Hokuten Knights.]

Hokuten Knight: It's over! Surrender! Turn the Princess over 
to us and we'll spare your life!

Delita: That's a bald faced lie! You want to kill her! Then 
after that you'll kill me for knowing the truth!

Knight: Ridiculous! We came to help the Princess! Why would we 
want to kill her? We can't let Goltana keep her!

Agrias: Princess Ovelia!!

Ovelia: Agrias!!

Knight: Great, here comes a crowd! Gafgarion! Kill them!! And 
do it now!!

Gafgarion: Don't know what's going on, but it's in the 
contract!

Agrias: Gafgarion, are you betraying us?

Gafgarion: Betraying you? C'mon, this is business. Our job is 
to kidnap the Princess 'unharmed'. The job is to kill you all 
and keep things quiet! 

Agrias: What are you getting at? This kidnapping's a sham?

Gafgarion: The Princess is in the way! The Princess should be 
next in line. Is she's alive there'll be nothing but trouble!

[Delita hides the princess behind him.]

Delita: Since you're going to die, I'll let you help me... If 
the Princess's kidnapped and killed by Goltana, they'll be rid 
of her and his rivals. I'm sure that's how Prince Larg wrote 
the scenario. No, Dycedarg probably wrote it. Don't you agree, 
Ramza?

[Gafgarion steps forward.]

Gafgarion: Right, Ramza. Let's get them all!

Ramza: Another helpless sacrifice... No more! There must not 
be any more victims like Teta!!

[Seeing that Gafgarion has joined the enemy troops. Ramza 
scores a blow on Gafgarion's arm.]

Gafgarion: Dammit! 

[Gafgarion vanishes. The princess moves to a save place. 
Delita releases 'Holy Explosion' on two knights. The powerful 
blow is too much for one of the knight and dies. The other 
gets confused. The confused knight slashes his sword on his 
nearby friend's neck. The other knights thinking that he has 
betrayed them kills him cold-bloodedly. Ramza and Agrias kills 
off the remaining Hokuten Knights.]

Delita: Leave the Princess with me. It's better for her.

[Agrias blocks her.]

Ramza: Delita, what're you scheming?

Delita: Scheming? Don't be foolish. I'm telling the truth. 
Think about it. Where would you take her after making an enemy 
of Hokuten? Crack Hokuten troops will come here looking for 
you any time now. Just where the hell do you plan on escaping 
to?

Ramza: W, well, I...

Delita: Think carefully. The Princess knows this was Prince 
Larg's plan. The royal family is not on your side. So what 
about Goltana? No, he'd execute you just to clear himself.

Agrias: What would you do?

Delita: I'd do what you can't do.

Ramza: What do you mean?

Delita: I can't tell you...

[Delita turns around.]

Delita: I'll leave the Princess with you a little longer.

[Delita starts to walk away.]

Ramza: Delita, I'm glad I could see you again.

[Delita looks down and then up.]

Delita: Teta saved me...

Ramza: What?

Delita: Teta saved me back then...

Ramza: .........

[Delita walks off. Ovelia steps forward.]

Ovelia: Thank you, Delita.

Delita: See you again, Ramza.

[Delita goes away.]

Agrias: Ramza, thanks for your support. But are you sure you 
want to make Hokuten an enemy?

Ramza: Don't worry. I've already decided. The question is, now 
what should we do? Like Delita said, nobody will help us...

Agrias: We can ask Cardinal Draclau for help...... Glabados 
church has jurisdiction over Lionel. They might be able to 
help.

Ramza: Hokuten has to be careful what they do in Lionel.... 
Let's go. It's the only place for us.

[At Zaland Fort City...]

-- Zaland Fort City --

[A man is being chased by the Bart Trading Company in Zaland 
Fort City.]

Fencer: You can't escape! Give it to us if you value your 
life!

Young man: What do you want? I don't know what you're talking 
about.

Fencer: Don't play dumb! Mustadio! Don't care about your 
father? Just give us the 'holy stone' and we'll return 
him....OK guys, get him!

[The man jumps up.]

Young man 'Mustadio': And you can tell Rudvich... If he lays a 
hand on father he'll never see the stone!

Agrias: An argument! Someone's after that young man...

Ramza: 1. Don't want to get involved. 
       2. We have to help him!


Ramza: < 1. Don't want to get involved. >
-----------------------------------------


Ramza: I don't want to be involved, but I can't just leave 
him. I'll help him!


Ramza: < 2. We have to help him! >
----------------------------------

Ramza: He'll be killed, if we don't do something! Let's help!

[Mustadio aimed and fired a few rounds from his gun. Killing 
one of the enemy wizard and injuring the enemy archer. The 
deadly Crush Punch from Agrias shot up from under the enemy 
knight's feet and killed him immediately. Several rounds of 
bullets from Mustadio's gun had hit the injured archer's neck 
and also another wizard's head. Ramza knocked a knight down, 
as he recovered from the attack, he watched in horror as the 
icy bulk of Statis Sword shot down to his head. Ramza stuck 
his sword on the last menacing archer and greeted the young 
man.] 

Ramza: Are you all right?

Mustadio: Yeah.......I think so. Thanks for helping me.

[In a room.]

Mustadio: They were Troublemakers hired by Bart Company.

Agrias: Bart Company? The Importer?

Mustadio: You know them? They're not just traders. They're a 
criminal syndicate into everything from smuggling and slavery.

Ramza: Why were they after you?

Mustadio: You know why they call us mechanics?

[Ramza shakes his head.]

Agrias: I hear a 'lost civilization' us hidden under Goug.... 
When St. Ajora was alive, airships were in the sky, and human 
robots in town. But time passed, technology was lost, and no 
one knows if it ever really existed.

Mustadio: But the civilization must have existed. Parts from 
many airships and machines are buried under Goug. Mechanics 
are the ones who restore the 'past legacies'.

Ramza: That weird thing you used in the battle, was that one 
of the machines?

Mustadio: Oh, this? 

[Mustadio brings out a gun.]

Mustadio: This is called a 'gun'. A metal 'bullet' is 
propelled by gunpowder. This is the most simple one. They say 
you used to be able put magic in it and shoot it.

Ramza: Hmm...

Agrias: Why's Bart Company after you?

Mustadio: You said you were going to see the Cardinal. He was 
a hero of the Fifty Year War. People in Lionel still think of 
him as a hero. MY father, too. The Cardinal is the only one 
who can unite this country. I know he'd grant your wish. Then 
the princess would be safe.

Agrias: Yeah, and...?

Mustadio: Can you take me with you? I want to meet the 
Cardinal.

Agrias: Why?

Mustadio: To save my father! The Cardinal's the only one who 
can rescue him from Bart! But he wouldn't want to meet some 
mechanics like myself. So, please. Take me with you!

Agrias: You still hasn't told us why they're after you!

[Mustadio looks down.]

Mustadio: ...I can't tell you now.

Agrias: Then , we can't take you.

Mustadio: I beg you! Trust me! I must see the Cardinal!

[The princess enters the room. Ramza and Agrias kneels down.]

Ovelia: All right. You can come with us.

Mustadio: Really? Thank you, Highness!

Agrias: Remember! You're in the presence of a princess!

[Mustadio kneels down also.]

Ovelia: It's all right. Please stand up.

[The three stands up.]

Agrias: All right, then. I trust you.

[Ovelia and the others rests on the way to Lionel Castle.]

Agrias: Princess Ovelia, see? Lionel Castle is over the 
mountain.

Ovelia: It's still far from this fort. I wonder if Cardinal 
Draclau will really help us?

Agrias: I hear the Cardinal is very loyal to the royal family. 
And right now, he's neutral in the dispute between Prince Larg 
and Prince Goltana. I'm sure he wouldn't defeat justice by 
turning you over to either one of them.

Ovelia: I hope so......

[Ovelia goes to a tree and takes a leaf.]

Agrias: Besides, he is a man of popularity at Glabados Church. 
They'll accept you if the Cardinal asks them.

Ovelia: I wish I weren't a princess.

[Ovelia drops the leaf.]

Agrias: Princess Ovelia......

[Ramza comes out and eavesdrops.]

Ovelia: I was always surrounded by the convent walls...and 
have only seen the sky through them. I don't think you know, 
but I was at another monastery before I went to Orbonne. Even 
after hearing about the adoption by the deceased king, I 
stayed there for a long time. No, I'm not complaining about 
that. Just......... People are dying because I'm the princess. 
It's so painful......

Agrias: Please don't blame yourself. It's not your fault. 
Those who are trying to take advantage of you are the ones to 
blame.

[Ovelia again takes a leaf from the tree and drops it.]

Ovelia: I met a girl at Orbonne. She said she had also been 
living in the monastery since birth. We used to laugh at how 
similar our lives have been. ----Isn't it funny?

[The princess again takes a leaf and drops it.]

Agrias: She was the daughter of the Beoulves, Miss. Alma, 
wasn't she?

Ovelia: She is my only friend...... I wonder if Cardinal 
Draclau would use me?

Agrias: ..................

Voice of Mustadio: Ramza! Where are you? Shall we go?!

[Mustadio comes out.]

Mustadio: What have you been doing here?

Agrias: How was it?

Mustadio: Fine. It doesn't seem like Hokuten has been here 
yet.

[Ovelia tries to play the reed flute.]

Ovelia: My friend taught me before, but I can't seem to do it 
right.

[Ramza takes a reed and plays it.]

Ramza: This is how you do it.

Ovelia: Like this?

[Ovelia also plays the reed flute.]

Ovelia: There! I did it.

[Both plays the reed flute. The party heads to Lionel and of 
their way to Lionel, the party encounters some mercenaries.]

-- Bariaus Hill --

Rudvich Mercenary: I don't know who you are. But leave the boy 
with us! We don't want to fight! Hand Mustadio over and there 
won't be any trouble. OK?

Agrias: Why don't you leave quietly! Tell Rudvich we'll fight 
anyone who tries to use war to sway the people!

Mercenary: Then I guess we must take him by force! Here goes!!

[Mustadio fires a Leg Aim from his gun and hit the enemy 
summoner. The side effect of Leg Aim quickly takes place and 
the shocked summoner is unable to move. Mustadio was firing 
few well aimed bullets from his gun, killing 2 archer and a 
summoner. One of the knight was carrying a short sword and had 
reached near Ramza and attacked from the back. Careening from 
the attack, Ramza lost his balance and tumbled down the ledge. 
Ramza shot his arm out and grabbed from a ledge. Ramza 
carefully climbed up the ledge. He swung his sword towards the 
unarmed knight's back. Agrias headed straight for the last 
knight's back, just as the knight turned his head to see 
Agrias, the sword struck home.]

Ramza: Why are they after you? Will you explain?

Mustadio: Sorry... But I can't tell you now.

[Meanwhile at the office of Igros castle]

-- Office of Igros Castle --

Dycedarg: Do anything to capture Ovelia. The same goes for 
Agrias and the others. Kill them!

Gafgarion: What about Ramza?

[Dycedarg takes a cup and pours a wine.]

Dycedarg: He's a disgrace to the name Beoulve, and he's in our 
way. I left him alone because I thought he'd learn how harsh 
the real world is. I never thought he was that dense.

Gafgarion: Did his strong sense of justice come from his 
father?

Dycedarg: My father spoiled him. If he obeys orders, fine. If 
he resists, we have no choice...

[Dycedarg drinks the wine.]

Gafgarion: It's hard to believe his own brother said that. 
Sickening. But what if the Cardinal gets in our way? With the 
church supporting him, even the Prince couldn't do anything 
easily.

Dycedarg: I've already prepared for that. There's no need to 
worry.

Gafgarion: So that's that? The more I know, the worse you 
appear.
 
Dycedarg: If that's how you feel, then you'd best watch your 
tongue. Don't forget you head can be easily cut off.

Gafgarion: Hey, stop that. I'm your loyal servant. Remember 
I'm not stubborn like your little brother.

Dycedarg: Then, don't make any mistakes.

Gafgarion: Speaking of that, who did you order to kidnap 
Ovelia? When I was chasing her in Dorter, someone attacked me. 
What was that about?

[Dycedarg goes over to the window.]

Dycedarg: They found the criminals in the monastery woods-
dead. Someone learned of our plan and is trying to stop us... 
Anyhow, as long as Ovelia is with Agrias, there'll be many 
chances to get her...

Gafgarion: I hope so.

[After going for days and nights the party finally reaches the 
Lionel Castle.]

-- The Gate of Lionel Castle --

Lionel Castle Knight: Who are you? What do you want?

Agrias: I'm Agrias Oaks of the Lesalia St. Konoe Knights. I 
came from Orbonne to save the son of God, St. Ajora. Open the 
gate!

Knight: Saving the St. Ajora is the will of the high priest. 
The gate will open for he who would save the high priest. Open 
the gate!

[The gate opens and the party enters the castle. The party 
meets the Cardinal.]

Draclau: I understand your situation, Agrias. Moreover, I'll 
send a man to the High Priest in Murond. We'll do something to 
expose Larg's scheme, and keep the Princess from danger.

Agrias: Will High Priest Funeral help us?

Draclau: Don't worry, Agrias. I'm with you. You must be strong 
to make the Princess feel at ease. Make yourselves comfortable 
in this old castle until word comes from the holy land.

Ovelia: Thank you for your kindness.

Draclau: St. Ajora is with us. There's no need to worry. Young 
mechanic. I heard your wish too. I'll send troops to Goug, to 
destroy Bart Company.

Mustadio: Thank you.

Draclau: But, would you explain why they're after you two?

Mustadio: I...can't...

Draclau: That's all right... Is this it?

[The Cardinal brings out a shiny red stone.]

Agrias: What is that crystal? 

Draclau: Have you ever heard of the 'Zodiac Brave Story'?

Agrias: You mean that fairy tale, we used to hear in church?

Draclau: Here now! Are you saying the church lied?

Agrias: N-no, I didn't mean that...

Ovelia: Long ago, when the land was much different, 12 brave 
warriors fought against the Evil Lucavi who ruled the land. 
After a desperate battle, they sent Lucavi to Hades, and the 
land was peaceful. They each had crystals with zodiac signs on 
them, they were called "Zodiac Braves". Ever since then, 
whenever humans are attacked, the Braves come to save us.

Draclau: You're quite learned, Princess. Just as I expected.

Ovelia: Mr. Simon taught me at the Orbonne Monastery. He also 
said St. Ajora and the Braves saved Ivalice from chaos.

Draclau: We call the crystals, 'Holy Stones'. This very stone, 
is the legendary secret stone, the "Zodiac Stone".

Ovelia: I didn't think it really existed.

Draclau: They say its 'Divine Power' surpasses Lucavi's. I 
feel strange power, but it looks just like an ordinary crystal 
to me.

Ramza: What's wrong, Mustadio? You look pale.

Draclau: You saw the same stone underground Goug?

Mustadio: Many broken machine parts are buried there. But if 
the stone gets near the machines, they start to howl.

Draclau: Bart Company's after the stone, right?

Mustadio: I don't know what power the stone has... But Rudvich 
wants to use its power to make weapons. My father told me 
never to give the stones to him. So they abducted him.

Draclau: Don't worry, Mustadio. The church will see to his 
safety. While our men fight, we'll get the stone back.

Mustadio: Y, yes, sir.

Ramza: I'll go to Goug with you.

Mustadio: Thank you, Ramza.

Agrias: We made it this far thanks to you, Ramza.

Ovelia: I wish I could've been more help. Please be careful.

Ramza: That's very thoughtful. Don't worry. We'll be fine.


<< Flashback >>
---------------

Besrodio: Listen, Mustadio. Take this and run!

[Besrodio gives a yellow shiny stone to Mustadio.]

Mustadio: Run? Where?

[Outside the room.]

Rudvich Mercenary: I know you're in there! Open the door!!

[Mustadio holds his father's hand.]

Mustadio: Father! Let's get out of here!

Besrodio: My legs are useless! Just go on without me!!

Mustadio: I can't leave you alone!

Besrodio: The Holy stone has enough power to destroy a 
country! Can't let Rudvich get it! Hide it in a safe place! 
And ask Cardinal Draclau to help you! I know he will!

[Rudvich and his mercenary breaks into the room.]

Rudvich: You've wasted enough time. Now, give me the stone!

Besrodio: Go now! Mustadio!!

[The mercenaries closes in.]

Besrodio: Hurry!!

[Mustadio escapes.]

Rudvich: After him!! Get him!

<< End of Flashback >>
----------------------

[After the tough fight with the monsters of Zigolis Swamp. The 
party arrives at Goug Machine City.]

-- Goug Machine City --

Mustadio: I don't see anyone from Bart Company. It doesn't 
even look like there was a fight.... Something's strange.... 
I'll check it out. See you later.

Ramza: Where?

[Mustadio points at the slums]

Mustadio: The slums over there... they shouldn't attract 
attention.

Ramza: All right. Be careful.

Mustadio: Right. Leave it to me.

[Mustadio leaves to check things out. Night falls and Ramza 
arrives at the slums to meet Mustadio]

Ramza: He's late.... Too late.

[It starts to rain]

Ramza: Think Mustadio was caught?

Man's voice: Are you his friend?

Ramza: Who are you!?

[2 female archer and a man comes out to greet Ramza]

Ill-looking man: Bring him!

[A thief brings out the captured Mustadio]

Mustadio: S...Sorry, Ramza.

Ramza: Are you OK, Mustadio!!? 

[Ramza tries to free Mustadio]

Man: That's far enough. Don't move any closer! 

Ramza: So, you're Rudvich!! Let Mustadio go!!

Rudvich: Give me the "Holy Stone". Then you can have him back. 
[looks at Mustadio] C'mon! Where'd you hide it? Talk!

Mustadio: ...

Rudvich Won't talk, huh? Even after seeing this? 

[Rudvich gives the signal and a thief comes out with Besrodio]

Mustadio: Father! Are you OK!?

Besrodio: I'm all right... Don't give him the 'Holy Stone'.

Rudvich: Put him in there!

[The thief shoves Besrodio into a room]

Rudvich: Ready to confess now?

[Mustadio looks down]

Mustadio: Inside the chimney... at Ramza's feet...

Rudvich: Well then, you pick it up! If you want to save his 
life!

[Ramza gets the hidden holy stone from inside the chimney]

Ramza: This...? Let them go!

Rudvich: First give me the stone!

Ramza: Let them go, first!!

Rudvich: Throw the stone! Then, we'll let them go!

[Ramza throws the stone at Rudvich and frees Mustadio. The 
stone shines on Rudvich's hand]

Rudvich: The Zodiac Stone! Finally we've got it! The 
Cardinal'll be very pleased! Good job. I'm done now. You take 
care of the rest. Get rid of them!

[Rudvich walks off with the stone]

Ramza: Draclau was in on it, too?

[Ramza swung his sword and cut the throat of the nearest 
thief. Mustadio ran towards the other thief, nailing him with 
a punch. The 'wizard' fried the two archers with Fire3 while 
the 'Lancer' crashed down on the two summoner's head.]

Mustadio: Will my father be all right?


-- Mustadio's house --

Besrodio: Don't worry about me.... They got the stone. 
Rudvich'll try to revive the machines beneath Goug with its 
power. He may even try to use the divine power with Bart 
Company. Not much we can do now...

Mustadio: Heh, heh... Good for them.

Besrodio: What do you mean?

[Mustadio brings out the real holy stone. The holy stone 
shines.]

Mustadio: I made a fake on in case something like this 
happened. 

Ramza: You mean, they got a fake?

Mustadio: That's right. They must be going crazy now.

Ramza: Princess Ovelia and Agrias are in danger....!

Mustadio: What do you mean?

Ramza: The Cardinal joined Bart to get the stone. He may take 
the Princess hostage.

Mustadio: Ridiculous! Making an enemy of the royal family! 

Ramza: Why do you think the Cardinal wanted the stone? People 
are sick of long wars and political in fighting. Draclau wants 
to use the 'Zodiac Brave Story'. Creating 'Zodiac Braves' by 
collecting holy stones, he can control the world.

Besrodio: He is right. We can't give the stone to the 
Cardinal.

Ramza: Let's save the Princess and Agrias!

Mustadio: Right. But the way to Lionel is probably sealed. 
We'll use a ship to sneak in the back of the castle.

[The party sailed to Warjilis Trade City, taking the stone 
with them.]


-- Warjilis Trade City --

Ramza: There aren't any Lionel troops in Warjilis....

[Ramza gets off the ship and faces an old friend.]

Ramza: Delita! Why are you here!?

Delita: Don't take our information network too lightly.

Ramza: 'Our'?

Delita: Go back to Igros, for your own sake. It's healthier to 
keep your nose out of certain things like Princesses and 
stones.

Ramza: Delita, what do you mean?

Delita: rescuing the Princess only solves one problem. But I 
can save her from all of them. 

Ramza: What do you mean? I don't understand.

Delita: The best ways don't always lead to the best results. 
You can't save her no matter what. Remember that.

[Delita goes on his way.]

Ramza: Wait, Delita. What are you trying to do?

Delita: Larg, Goltana, your brothers, everyone... Haven't 
noticed they're all swept up in the same flow. I'm just going 
against it. That's all...... I'll see you again, if we live 
that long.

[Delita leaves.]

Ramza: Delita...

[Meanwhile at Lionel Castle...]


-- Lionel Castle --

Gafgarion: You're using the princess as bait to get the stone 
back? That's not some thing a holyman would do.

Rudvich: Bastard! Things would've been fine if you hadn't let 
them escape!

Gafgarion: There were some mistakes, but it wasn't my fault!

Draclau: Enough, Rudvich. I'll return Ovelia to Dycedarg as 
promised. It was our intention, too. But don't you need to get 
rid of those who know about the kidnapping? The thief who 
stole the stone is with them. You can catch them all by using 
the Princess as bait. 2 birds with one stone.

Gafgarion: Exactly. But what if...?

Draclau: You are being weak.

Gafgarion: 'Careful' is more like it. You've got to be careful 
to survive on a battlefield.

Draclau: All right. I'll make sure you're protected. Also, 
we'll prepare bait just incase. 

Gafgarion: Good. The woman will make perfect bait. I'll get 
rid of them. I'm more reliable then him!

Rudvich: How dare you!

Draclau: Fine. I'll leave it to you.

Rudvich: Are you serious?

Draclau: Don't let me down, Gafgarion.

Gafgarion: No problem. I'll even get the stone back! 

[Gafgarion leaves the room.]

Rudvich: Why him...?

Draclau: You failed enough. Now you must take 
responsibility...

Rudvich: W, What...?

[Draclau kills Rudvich.]


-- Bariaus Valley --

[Agrias is seen running.]

Man's voice: Where are you? Don't try to escape!!

[The man finds Agrias.]

Lionel Knight: So here you are...

[The knight calls out his troops.]

Knight: Give yourself up!

[Ramza and the party comes for the rescue.]

Knight: What!?

Ramza: I'm protecting Agrias! Geronimo!

Agrias: Ramza! Why are you here!?

Ramza: I was going to attack the castle flank to save you. 
But, why are you here?

Agrias: The Cardinal secretly plotted with Larg from the 
start! We tried to escape but only the Princess got caught!! I 
couldn't save her. They're about to execute her. We must 
hurry!!

Ramza: First, we have to get rid of them somehow...

[Agrias pulled her sword out of her sheath just in time to 
escape the blow of an enemy knight wielding a broadsword. 
Ramza pulled out his sword and struck down a nearby archer. 
Agrias was waiting for the enemy knight to attack. The knight 
finally moved and so did Agrias. With lightning speed Agrias 
got him first. One of Ramza's wizard hits a knight with Bolt2. 
A pathetic scream came from the knight's mouth. An enemy 
archer's arrow swayed through Ramza's arm, lancing the skin 
deeply. Ramza in pain, rushed at the archer. The archer 
trembling violently, fumbled for an arrow, but Ramza was 
already onto him. With one blow, the bow cloven in two fell to 
the ground. Ramza lifted his sword and cuts the enemy archer's 
throat. One of Ramza's lancer crashed down on a wizard 
knocking him down.]

Ramza: Are you all right, Agrias?

Agrias: Yes, I'm alright, but we must hurry! She's going to be 
executed at the Gologrand Execution Site. Let's hurry!

Ramza: Yes, let's go!

-- Gologrand Execution Site --


Executioner: Any last words? No? I see.

Knight of Lionel troop: Huh? The Enemy!!

[Ramza and his troops comes to their destination.]

Ramza: That's far enough! Return the Princess, now!

Executioner: Heh, heh, heh.... You fell into a trap!

Ramza: !?

[The executioner takes off his disguise.]

Gafgarion: You're still too naive, kid.

Ramza: Where is the Princess!?

Gafgarion: At Lionel Castle. Where's the stone?

Ramza: Stone?

Gafgarion: Stop playing dumb. The stone you stole from the 
Cardinal. You're with the one who stole it. Just hand it over!

Ramza: If you want it, you'll have to take it!

Gafgarion: Seems you've matured a bit. Then I will!

[The flow of battle was not on Ramza's side today. Ramza and 
his troops were outnumbered. To prevent them being surrounded 
Ramza's troop split up. Gafgarion's Night Sword was causing 
great problem for Ramza's troop.]

Gafgarion: It's not too late! Let's go back to Igros! Your 
brother, Dycedarg said he'd forgive you! Come on, wake up!!

Ramza: No, I won't be involved in any more wrong doing! 

Gafgarion: 'Wrong doing'? What do you mean by that? You are a 
Beoulve! You have a mission to accomplish. 'Wrong doing', 
indeed! It's your mission, don't be such a fool!

Ramza: My brothers are making war for personal reasons! What 
else can you call it other than 'evil'?

Gafgarion: You must make 'sacrifices' to accomplish anything! 
Without 'sacrifice' there's no progress, nor history! Look at 
Ivalice! Corrupt! Someone must change it!! Your brothers are 
trying to do that! Even if it means 'wrong doing'!

Ramza: But that doesn't mean I should leave her stranded! 

Gafgarion: Forget about Ft. Zeakden! It couldn't be helped! 
You're a Beoulve. You have a given duty! It is your fate!

Ramza: It's fate that let Teta die? No, that's wrong! We 
killed her out of convenience... Yes, us! I've run from the 
truth long enough...I killed her...

Agrias: Ramza, are you really a Beoulve?

Gafgarion: Didn't you know, Agrias? His name is Ramza Beoulve. 
One of the Beoulve family.

Ramza: It's true I'm a Beoulve! But I'm not like my brothers! 
I never knew about kidnapping the princess! I swear it! 

Agrias: No doubt in my mind! I believe you!!

Gafgarion: This is ridiculous! One girls had died, so what? We 
must first think about 'justice'!

Ramza: There's no 'justice' in using and deceiving people! I 
can't ignore people dying for 'justice'! I'll save Princess 
Ovelia!

Gafgarion: Stubborn kid!

Agrias What're you going to do with the Princess!?

Gafgarion: My contract's to take her back to Gallione. I have 
no idea what Larg will do after that.

Agrias: You're using her as a tool for battle! Same as you! 
Larg and Dycedarg are using you, too! Aren't you ashamed of 
yourself? Don't you have any pride?

Gafgarion: What's the use? I gave mine up long ago!

[However, the battle soon brought the best out of Ramza's 
troop. Everybody was working like one person. Ramza managed to 
kill two knights. Ramza and his troop found themselves reeling 
back the enemy down. Gafgarion realizing this went in for a 
blow at Ramza. Ramza barely dodged the blow and counter 
attacked, injuring him a little. Gafgarion glanced around his 
surroundings. Ramza's best monk scored a jaw-breaking hit on 
one of his archer. The battle was clearly on Ramza's side. 
Seeing this Gafgarion decides to retreat.]

Gafgarion: Damn it! I didn't expect you to be this 
strong......! Retreat for now!!

[Gafgarion and his remaining troops retreats.]

Ramza: We must go to Lionel Castle immediately!!


-- In a cell in Lionel Castle --

Delita: Aren't you eating? You can't go on without food.

Ovelia: ...

Delita: No one will mourn your death. In fact, it should make 
most people happy. You won't die. Just eat the food.

Ovelia: I knew you were in with the Cardinal. If you aren't 
turning me over to Larg, what's your plan?

Delita: Taking you somewhere you belong... that's all.

Ovelia: So, you're using me, too. But you can't make me do 
whatever you want.

Delita: You have no other choice if you want to live.

Ovelia: What's that mean?

Delita: It means....

[Draclau and a man comes inside the cell.]

A Knight: So, she is Ovelia...?

Cardinal Draclau: How are you, Princess? If you'd behaved, you 
wouldn't be here now.

Knight: Hmmm, she's almost too good a substitute for a 
Princess.

Draclau: Heh, heh...Mr. Vormav, she doesn't know yet.

Vormav: I see...poor girl.

Ovelia: What are you talking about?

Vormav: Listen carefully. You're not Ovelia.

Ovelia: What......?

Vormav: The real princess died long ago. You're a substitute.

Ovelia: No, that's a lie!!

Vormav: It's not a lie. You are not Ovelia. Old Senators who 
didn't care for Princess Luveria, made you... So someday you'd 
succeed the throne, ousting the Princess. They killed 2 older 
Princes making it look like illness, and adopted you as 
Princess. They all thought Omdolia was too weak to make 
another son so you took the throne. However, Orinas was born. 
Even now, no one's sure if the Prince is really his son. Larg 
may have had "seeds" planted to make his sister the King's 
mother... In any case, the old men's plan was ruined.

Ovelia: Liar! I don't believe it!

Vormav: Think what you will. Whether you're a Princess or not 
doesn't matter to us. What matters is that we have an ace up 
our sleeve called a 'Princess'...

Ovelia: What are you going to do to me? What do you want?

Vormav: Nothing. Just be a 'Princess' as you are now.

Ovelia: My ancestors were Atkaschas! No one can control me!

Vormav: Then what? If Larg catches you, he'll kill you... 
right? We just want to help you take the throne...

Ovelia: Who are you?

Vormav: We're neither allies of Larg nor supporters of 
Goltana. Just 'collaborators'.

Draclau: Vormav, let her calm down. Once she comes to her 
senses she won't refuse our help.

Vormav: Yes...... you're right.

[Draclau leaves the cell.]

Vormav: Let's go, Delita!

[Vormav and Delita also leaves the cell.]


-- At the gate of Lionel Castle --

[Ramza and his troop secretly arrives at the gate of Lionel 
Castle. Ramza tries to go down to open the gate.]

Ramza: Wait there. I'll open the gate.

Familiar voice: Not so fast!

[Gafgarion comes out from the shadows.]

Gafgarion: You got in all right, but didn't notice an ambush.

[Gafgarion whistles. Two knight, two archer and a summoner 
comes out from the shadows behind Ramza's troop.]

Ramza: Damn!!

Gafgarion: Ramza! It's me you must fight with! En garde!!

[Ramza's troop quickly charged at the enemy. While that was 
happening the two man, looked at each other's eyes, ready to 
pull their swords. Ramza made the mistake by underestimating 
Gafgarion. Ramza made the first move and pulled out his sword.  
He charged with incredible speed, unknowing that Gafgarion 
also had pulled out his sword. Gafgarion goes for a blow at 
Ramza. Ramza ducked just in time to feel the wind from the 
sword brush by his hair, cutting some of his hair. He had to 
think and fight quickly. He tries a blow from his sword, but 
Gafgarion blocks it with his sword, partially deflecting it. 
Ramza then leaps out of the way as two blows from Gafgarion's 
sword narrowly misses him, Ramza saw the opening and wasting 
no time struck a blow at Gafgarion's open body. The Dark 
Knight falls on his knee, a pool of blood slowly drips from 
Ramza's sword.]

Gafgarion: Ugnn...is this...end?

Ramza: Goodbye, Gafgarion......

[Ramza pulls out his sword from Gafgarion's body, the Knight 
falls to the ground silently.]

Ramza: We must save the princess before reinforcements arrive!

[Ramza and his troop successfully infiltrates inside the 
castle and finds the Cardinal.]

Draclau: Gafgarion is not as good as he says... Or was it bad 
luck? Anyhow, you're good. You have Beoulve blood in your 
veins. Even if you are a bastard.

[The Cardinal slowly walks down to confront the party.]

Draclau: But, I don't need your interference anymore. Leave 
the stone here. If you resist, I'll show no mercy...

Ramza: Where is Princess Ovelia?

Draclau: Why must you save her? You deserted the Beoulves. 
What can you change by yourself? Don't waste energy. Without 
power, nothing can be achieved... You're powerless.

Ramza: Where's the Princess?

Draclau: She's not here. She left for Zeltennia. She chose our 
help over yours.

Ramza: That's a lie!!

Draclau: She has begun to think for herself. She felt unsure 
of you and chose us for obvious reasons to take the throne. 
Why don't you join us? You want to get the best of your 
brothers sails, right? We care about the world, too. How about 
it?

Ramza: I don't want to change the world! I just can't allow 
people to suffer and die because of some elitist's ideas. 
Change the world? You think anyone really can? I'm not that 
reckless!!

Draclau: Ha, ha, ha... You're the one holding the stone. You 
can change not only the world, but the truth of everything 
with its power. Since you don't seem to understand, let me 
show you.

[The Cardinal brings out a red stone from his pocket. Lights, 
souls and demons surrounds the Cardinal and then a light 
flashes turning him to a demon.]

Tainted King, Queklain: Hye, ha, ha! How about that? 
Surprised? Now, let me have my fun. Let me hear your screams 
and suffering death cries!

[Several blows from the troop injures the tainted king.]

Queklain: I'm immortal...how can I be losing....? It's 
impossible. I can't...die...until he resurrects...

[The Cardinal vanishes leaving the red stone. The stone 
flashes and falls. The haunting scream of the Cardinal is 
heard just as the stone falls on the ground.]


-- Inside of Zeltennia Castle --

[Delita successfully delivers the Princess to Goltana. Upon 
hearing this Goltana arranges a meeting with him.]

Goltana: It's you... who saved Ovelia.

Delita: Delita- Black Sheep knight under Baron Grims, and 
Hyral. I was sent by order of Baron Grims to save the 
Princess. I've returned- Mission completed.

Minister Gelwan: ...Hyral? Never heard of him.

Goltana: The Baron died in battle last month with the Ryomoku. 
The Black Sheep were entirely wiped out.

Delita: That's why I returned.

Goltana: How's the Princess?

Kanbabrif: Sleeping soundly, she's exhausted from the long 
trip.

Orlandu: I heard you brought a prisoner?

Delita: Yes, sir. Bring him!

[A knight brings the prisoner into the room.]

Delita: Why did you kidnap the Princess?

Prisoner: We framed Goltana to prevent him from 
Lesalia,...taking the regency.

Delita: Who gabe you the order? Prince Larg?

Prisoner: One of Goltana's aids who wants to join Larg.

[Minister Gelwan steps forward to silent the prisoner.]

Gelwan: Ridiculous! No aids would do that! Silence this lout!

Goltana: No need. Listen.

Delita: Who is that?

Prisoner: ......

Delita: Talk! Now!

Prisoner: Will you save my life?

Delita: All right, I promise. Who is it!!?

Prisoner: Him... Minister Gelwan.

Gelwan: How dare you! It's a lie! I don't even know you!

Delita: Who seduced you? The Queen?

Gelwan: That's absurd! I don't know anything!

Delita: Treason's a serious crime, Minister?

[Delita draws his sword from his sheath. The knight and the 
prisoner steps back immediately. Orlandu quickly lays his hand 
on Excalibur's hilt, ready to draw.]

Gelwan: I said I don't know a thing!

[Delita lifts his sword to strike. Minister Gelwan quickly 
goes for the door but takes a fatal blow to his back from 
Delita's sword. Delita puts his sword back and bow downs 
before Goltana. Orland takes his hand from Excalibur's hilt.]

Delita: Let me say this! We must go to the capital with the 
Nanten now! Or they may hold you responsible for this plot. 
First, let's remove Orinas and the Queen, then get the 
Princess on the throne!


                    Goltana went to Lesalia
                and confined Ruvelia in Bethla
                 for kidnapping the Princess,
                  and let the Princess accede
                        to the throne.

                 But Larg insisted Orinas was
                 the legitimate successor and
                 had him accede to the throne.
                  Then Larg became the regent
                        as a guardian.

                      Immediately after,
                        Larg sent the
                     Hokuten let by Orinas
                to Bethla to rescue the Queen.
                 Meanwhile, Goltana sent the
                    Nanten led by Ovelia...

                 This is the beginning of the
                  upheavel which would later
                 be called the 'Lion War'....

[3 months since the outbreak of the Lion War. Days passed, the 
frontlines expanded as did the intensity of the conflicts. 
Without any decisive victor, both Larg and Goltana's armies 
were being exhausted. Hunger and high taxes overwhelmed the 
people.]

-- Bethla Garrison --

Bolmna: 20,000 dead. Counting both sides, that makes 40,000... 
Well over 200,000 injured just in our troops alone.

Elmdor: Casualties aren't the only problem, foodstock is short 
as we expected. The real problem's the drought. There's no 
food and tax revenues are reduced. Storage is at less than a 
half.

Blansh: Larg's probably facing the same problem. I hear crops 
were ruined before harvest, due to rain.

Orlandu: More serious are those made destitute by the war. 
According to Olan, more than 100,000 refugees have come to 
Lesalia.

Blansh: ha, ha...Good! Larg'll have problems getting food.

Orlandu: This is no laughing matter! The same could happen 
here. Many refugees may come here! Should we start peace 
talks!

Goltana: I understand your concerns. But, we cannot stop the 
war. We'll increase tax by 30%. Make sure no one trades grain 
at high prices. Also keep an eye on all refugees entering 
Limberry. 

Orlandu: Larg is in difficulty too. It's not too late for a 
peace settlement.

Goltana: enough, Orlandu! A peace settlement won't occur.

Orlandu: Our nation exists because of the people! We exist 
because of them. Farmers suffered the most in the War! Raising 
taxes would hurt them even more. The soldiers are also 
suffering from lack of food. It's impossible to continue 
physically and mentally.

Goltana: Mentally? Are you becoming a coward?

Orlandu: In the last War, we served by keeping Ordolia out of 
our land!

Goltana: Are you saying there's no right in the battle? Since 
when did you start talking about 'hypocrisy'? You can't go 
easy on them. It's for the people! We can't allow a corrupt 
royal family to oppress the people any longer. We fight!

Blansh: He's right. Just a little longer before it's over! I 
never expected to hear that from the one they used to call 
'T.G. Cid'.

Orlandu: A little longer? Where'd you get that idea? How can 
you be optimistic? Are you blind?

[Blansh gets up from his chair.]

Blansh: Your words are harsh!!

Goltana: Enough! I'm disappointed in you, Orlandu. Any more 
harsh words may mean your life!

[Blansh sits down.]

Orlandu: ......

Goltana: I won't say this again. If any more of you disagree 
with my plans, go now! Understand? Orlandu!

                    ======================
                    Chapter 3: THE VALIANT
                    ======================

                      Delita told me that
                      there is a big tide
                   and he goes against it...

             If this age of war is the "big tide" 
                  like a fate we can't avoid, 
                     can I go against it?

                Now I head for Lesalie to tell 
               my brother Zalbag there's someone 
                   manipulating this war...

                    -- [Continued later] --


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                          Characters
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Chapter 1 
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Ramza Beoulve (Age: 16)
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Knight apprentice of the Gariland Academy. Originally from 
Igros. Beoulve family is a well respected family, producing 
many leaders for the Hokuten Knights. The youngest of 4 
siblings. Turned our worst of the siblings and is conscious 
about it.

Update:

Knight apprentice of the Gariland Academy. Originally from 
Igros. Beoulve family is a well respected family, producing 
many leaders for the Hokuten Knights. Insecure because he 
feels he is not on levels with his older siblings.


Balbanes Beoulve
----------------
Former leader of the Hokuten Knights, and achieved the rank of 
"Heavenly Knight". While other Knights were being defeated, he 
produced many victories, even when he was outnumbered. A 
treaty was reached because of the fear he struck into the 
hearts of the enemies. Died due to an illness in the latter 
parts of the war.


Dycedarg Beoulve (Age: 37)
----------------
One of the troop leader under Prince Larg. Your oldest 
brother. Following his later father, Balbanes' wishes, gave up 
his position as the leader of the Hokuten Knights to his 
younger brother. Became the troop leader for Prince Larg and 
is the most trusted. Also known to have magical skills, as a 
Magic Fencer.

Update:

One of the troop leader under Prince Larg. Your oldest 
brother. Following his later father, Balbanes' wishes, gave up 
his position as the leader of the Hokuten Knights to his 
younger brother. Became the troop leader for Prince Larg and 
is the most trusted. Critically wounded during an attack by 
the Death Corps.


Zalbag Beoulve (Age: 28)
--------------
As a leader of the Hokuten Knights, he is considered to be a 
"Holy Knight". Your older brother. With many victories in the 
Fifty Year War, he has been praised by King Denamunda as "A 
savior of Ivalice in Gallione. Under the name of Beoulve, 
there is victory." An undefeated warrior, but he is a also a 
devout believer in the teachings of Glabados.


Alma Beoulve (Age: 15)
------------
Youngest of four of the Beoulve family. Attends the 
Aristocratic School in Igros. Your younger sister. Came from a 
different mother than the second brother. With her cheerful 
personality, she is well like by everyone. Spending most of 
her life in a convent, she has recently returned to the 
Beoulve family. Alma is closer to you, as you are closer in 
age than her brothers.


Delita Hyral (Age: 16)
------------
Knight apprentice of Gariland Academy. Friend of you. Came to 
Beoulve family with sister, Teta, after their parents were 
taken by the Black Plague. He was able to join the Academy 
through the wishes of the late Balbanes (your father).

Update:

Knight apprentice of Gariland Academy. Friend of you. Came to 
Beoulve family with sister, Teta, after their parents were 
taken by the Black Plague. Reaffirming the societal difference 
by meeting Algus and Miluda, Delita questions about life.
 

Teta Hyral (Age: 15)
----------
Delita's sister. Daughter of a farmer of a fief in the Beoulve 
Kingdom. Losing her parents to the Black Plague, she was taken 
in by the Beoulve family with her brother. She is secretly 
worried about her brother, who is forced by the Beoulve family 
to attend the Academy. She is close with Alma (your sister).

Update:

Delita's sister. Daughter of a farmer of a fief in the Beoulve 
Kingdom. Losing her parents to the Black Plague, she was taken 
in by the Beoulve family with her brother. She is secretly 
worried about her brother, who is forced by the Beoulve family 
to attend the Academy. She is abducted by the Death Corps, as 
she was involved with the assassination of Duke Dycedarg. 
Current whereabouts are unknown.


Omdolia Atkascha (Age: 35)
----------------
18th King of the Atkascha Kingdom. Obtained the throne at the 
end of the Fifty Year War from King Denamunda, who died of ill 
health. Weak since birth, he did not command his troops during 
the war and is someone unsuited to become a king. Historians 
believe that his inability to lead is the reason for their 
defeat in the Fifty Year War.

Update:

18th King of the Atkascha Kingdom. Obtained the throne at the 
end of the Fifty Year War from King Denamunda, who died of ill 
health. Weak since birth, he did not command his troops during 
the war and is someone unsuited to become a king. Currently, 
ill of health, the enthronement of Prince Orinas is in 
preparation.


Ruvelia Atkascha (Age: 27)
----------------
Queen of Omdolia Kingdom. Younger sister of Prince Larg. 
Married King Omdolia when she was age 20, bore 3 sons but 2 
died soon after birth. Third son, Prince Orinas is the only 
son left to succeed the throne. Due to the health of the King, 
Ruvelia is in charge of ruling the Kingdom.


Orinas Atkascha (Age: 1)
---------------
Third son between King Omdolia and Queen Ruvelia. With two 
sons dying at birth, Orinas is in line to succeed the crown. 
With a strong sense of uncertainty for the health of the King, 
it is clearly understood that he will be the next ruler of the 
people.


Bestrada Larg (Age: 37)
-------------
Lord of Gallione, brother of Queen Ruvelia of the Omdolia 
Kingdom. The Larg family is a part of the Atkascha Kingdom, 
who gained power from the Fifty Year War. He was one of the 
leaders during the Fifty Year War. The most feared Hokuten 
Knights are under the orders of Prince Larg.


Druksmald Goltana (Age: 56)
-----------------
Lord of Zeltennia. As with the Larg family, the Goltana family 
is part of the Denamunda Kingdom since the Fifty Year War. 
Also known as the "Duke of the Black Lions", from his family 
crest, taken from the double headed crest of the Kingdom. One 
of the leaders during the Fifty Year War, he is under the 
Nanten Knights, rivals of the Hokuten Knights.


Mesdoram Elmdor (Age: 35)
---------------
Leader of Limberry. A soldier who fought bravely against the 
invading forced in a foreign land, during the latter half of 
the Fifty Year War. With his silver armor and his long and 
beautiful blond hair, his allies call him the "Silver Noble". 
Yet, he is feared by the enemies, calling him the "Silver 
Ogre". Also known as a devout follower of the teachings of 
Glabados, he has the qualifications to become a Pagan 
examiner.


Algus Sadalfas (Age: 16)
--------------
From Ruofons of Limberry. Knight apprentice of the local 
Knights under Elmdor, the leader of Limberry. The Sadalfas 
aristocracy lost power with the Fifty Year War, as Algus is 
trying to regain his family's status by becoming a Knight. 
But, he is looked upon as a selfish person, as he tends to go 
on his own.

Update:

From Ruofons of Limberry. Knight apprentice of the local 
Knights under Elmdor, the leader of Limberry. The Sadalfas 
aristocracy lost power with the Fifty Year War, as Algus is 
trying to regain his family's status by becoming a Knight. He 
is envious of you, who does not realize his status and is not 
trying to gain status.


Wiegraf Folles (Age: 30)
--------------
Leader of "Death Corps" that terrorizes the Gallione 
territory. Former leader of the Knights of Death. At the end 
of the Fifty Year War, the Knights of Death were formed due to 
the lack of military strength. Volunteers were assembled to 
make up the groups of Knights. Active during the later years 
of the War, but after their defeat, they ceased to exist, and 
were disbanded without any compensation.


Miluda Folles (Age: 24)
-------------
Fencer of the Death Corps. Blood sister of the Death Corps 
leader, Wiegraf. She showed her true abilities as an assistant 
to her brother in the Knights of Death. She stood up and tried 
to protect her kingdom during the difficult times of the Fifty 
Year War, but receiving no acknowledgement after the war, she 
rebelled against her kingdom.

Update:

Fencer of the Death Corps. Blood sister of the Death Corps 
leader, Wiegraf. She showed her true abilities as an assistant 
to her brother in the Knights of Death. She stood up and tried 
to protect her kingdom during the difficult times of the Fifty 
Year War, but receiving no acknowledgement after the war, she 
rebelled against her kingdom. Died in the battle at Lenalia 
Plateau.


Gustav Margueriff
-----------------
Sub leader of the Death Corps. Former sub leader of the 
Knights of Death. Before joining the Knight of Death, he was 
one of the Hokuten Knights. But due to his reckless actions, 
such as robberies and rapes at seized towns, problems within 
the Knights arose. He was forced out and eventually joined the 
Knights of Death. A rival to Wiegraf.

Update:

Sub leader of the Death Corps. Former sub leader of the 
Knights of Death. Before joining the Knight of Death, he was 
one of the Hokuten Knights. But due to his reckless actions, 
such as robberies and rapes at seized towns, problems within 
the Knights arose. He was forced out and eventually joined the 
Knights of Death.
He plans the abduction of Marquis Elmdor, but loses his life 
from Wiefgraf's purge.


Golagros Levine (Age: 28)
---------------
Knight in the Death Corps. Attacks Beoulve in Igros, trying to 
assassinate Duke Dycedarg, a promiment official under Prince 
Larg. The assassination attempt failed, but during his escape, 
he confronts and abducts Delita's sister, Teta. Unknown why 
she was taken as a hostage. The Hokuten Knights are currently 
after him, but her whereabouts are unknown.

Update:

Knight in the Death Corps. Attacks Beoulve in Igros, trying to 
assassinate Duke Dycedarg, a promiment official under Prince 
Larg. The assassination attempt failed, but during his escape, 
he confronts and abducts Delita's sister, Teta. Unknown why 
she was taken as a hostage. Ordered her release by Wiegraf, 
but continued to escape to Fort Zeakden.


Ajora Glabados
--------------
Born around 12 centuries ago, in Bervenia of Lesalia. Raised 
in Milodos. Spoke of the arrival of a kingdom of a higher 
source, as feelings of antipathy grew from Father Fara. 
Executed as a traitor by the Holy Empire of Yudora. Soon 
after, the capital of the Church of Fara became submerged 
under sea, by an extraordinary natural phenomenon.  Those 
disciples of Ajora believed this was his miracle, and these 
stories spread, and the Glabados Church became what it is 
today.


Bordam Daravon (Age: 52)
--------------
Elder teacher at the Academy. Teaches the new recruits at the 
Academy. Very liked by the incoming recruits, for his 
simplified lectures. But one problem is his lengthy lectures. 
He is regarded as a "Leading Knight", but he has only 
participated in battle only once during the Fifty Year War and 
does not have much frontline, fighting experience.


Alazlam J.D. (Age: 53)
------------
A historian of the late ages, specialized in the studies of 
the middle ages of the Kingdom. Also known as an archaeologist 
and a theologist, his search for the explanation of the "Durai 
Writings" led him to a great confrontation with the Murond 
sect of the Glabados Church. His works include, "The Mysteries 
of the Lion War", "The Real Image of the Holy Ajora", and 
"Durai Writings * The Truth of the 400th Year."


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Chapter 2
=-=-=-=-=

Ramza Ruglia (Age: 17)
------------
Fencer of mercenary group led by Gafgarion and became a 
mercenary after the tragedy at Fort Zeakden. He changed his 
name to distance himself from the Beoulve family as Gafgarion 
is the only person that is aware of this. Fights in search of 
life.

Update:

Ramza Beoulve (Age: 17)
-------------
Youngest of the respected Beoulve family. Encounters 
kidnapping of Princess Ovelia. He becomes aware of his 
brother, Dycedarg's hopes to seize authority through the war. 
Believing that ambition is not right, he decides to fight 
against his brother.


Delita Hyral (Age: 17)
------------
Friend of you. Believed killed by an explosion at the Zeakden 
tragedy while fighting Death Corps. Reappeared as one of the 
kidnappers of the Princess at Orbonne Monastery. It is unknown 
why Delita is affiliated with the Nanten Knights.

Update:

Friend of you. Believed to be killed by an explosion at the 
Zeakden tragedy, fighting Death Corps. One of the kidnappers 
of the Princess. Thought to be affiliated with Nanten Knights, 
but it was untrue. Seems to be helping those conspiring 
against Prince Larg and Prince Goltana...

 
Ovelia Atkascha (Age: 16)
---------------
Taken into the family by the late King Omdolia, after the loss 
of his second Prince. True daughter of the late King Denamunda 
and is a sister of King Omdolia by different mothers. With the 
birth of a third Prince. Orinus, to King Omdolia, Ovelia was 
brought up by Prince Larg.


Alma Beoulve (Age: 16)
------------
Youngest of four of the Beoulve family. Attends the 
Aristocratic School in Igros. Your younger sister. Came from a 
different mother than the second brother. With her cheerful 
personality, she is well liked by everyone. She has spent most 
of her life in a convent. Losing Teta and Delita at the 
Zeakden tragedy, she has questions about her brothers' 
policies.


Zalbag Beoulve (Age: 29)
--------------
As a leader of the Hokuten Knights, he is considered to be a 
"Holy Knight". Your older brother. With many victories in the 
Fifty Year War, he has been praised by King Denamunda as "A 
savior of Ivalice in Gallione. Under the name of Beoulve, 
there is victory." An undefeated warrior, but he is a also a 
devout believer in the teachings of Glabados.


Dycedarg Beoulve (Age: 38)
----------------
One of the troop leader under Prince Larg. Your oldest 
brother. Following his later father, Balbanes' wishes, gave up 
his position as the leader of the Hokuten Knights to his 
younger brother. Became the troop leader for Prince Larg and 
is the most trusted. Also known to have magical skills, as a 
Magic Fencer.


Bestrada Larg (Age: 38)
-------------
Lord of Gallione, brother of Queen Ruvelia of the Omdolia 
Kingdom. The Larg family is a part of the Atkascha Kingdom, 
who gained power from the Fifty Year War. He was one of the 
leaders during the Fifty Year War. The most feared Hokuten 
Knights are under the orders of Prince Larg.


Druksmald Goltana (Age: 57)
-----------------
Lord of Zeltennia. As with the Larg family, the Goltana family 
is part of the Denamunda Kingdom since the Fifty Year War. 
Also known as the "Duke of the Black Lions", from his family 
crest, taken from the double headed crest of the Kingdom. One 
of the leaders during the Fifty Year War, he is under the 
Nanten Knights, rivals of the Hokuten Knights.


Orinas Atkascha (Age: 2)
---------------
Third son between the late King Omdolia and Queen Revulia. 
With two sons dying at birth, Orinas is in line to succeed the 
throne. A Guardian is being sought for the young successor, as 
a feud between Prince Larg and Prince Goltana is about to 
begin for the position.


Ruvelia Atkascha (Age: 29)
----------------
Queen of Omdolia Kingdom. Younger sister of Prince Larg. 
Married King Omdolia when she was age 20, bore 3 sons but 2 
died soon after birth. Third son, Prince Orinas is the only 
son left to succeed the throne. After the death of the King, 
her tyrannical rule worsens, as she executes anyone who 
disagrees with her ambitions.


Omdolia Atkascha 
----------------
18th King of the Atkascha Kingdom. Obtained the throne at the 
end of the Fifty Year War from King Denamunda, who died of ill 
health. Weak since birth, he did not command his troops during 
the war and is someone unsuited to become a King. Died due to 
the Black Plague, after suffering from high fever for seven 
days.


Marge Funeral (Age: 79)
-------------
High Priest of the Murond Glabados Church. Although not in 
full power, still has enough executive powers. But it could be 
said that the High Priest of the Church has power equal to 
that of the King. There are Temple Knights who secure the 
safety of the High Priest.

 
Algus Sadalfas
--------------
From Ruofons of Limberry. Knight apprentice of the local 
Knights under Elmdor, the leader of Limberry. The Sadalfas 
aristocracy lost power with the Fifty Year War, as Algus is 
trying to regain his family's status by becoming a Knight. 
Killed at Fort Zeakden, during the battle to annihilate the 
Death Corps.


Gaff Gafgarion (Age: 53)
--------------
A mercenary hired by the Hokuten Knights to escort Princess 
Ovelia to Igros. He was a leader of the Touten Knights during 
the Fifty Year War, but his brutal fighting style forced him 
out of the Knights after the war.
 

Agrias Oaks (Age: 21)
-----------
Knight of the local Knights of the Atkascha Royal family. 
After the death of Omdolia, tension between Prince Larg and 
Prince Goltana grew, as Agrias was assigned to the monastery 
by the elders for the safety of the Queen. She has a strong 
sense of loyalty towards the Royal family and a strong sense 
of justice. She feels sympathy for Ovelia, who has to live in 
a remote region.


Simon Pen Rakshu (Age: 78)
----------------
Head of Orbonne Monastery and Professor of Theology. A devout 
believer in the teachings of Glabados. Once a high level, 
Pagan examiner, he resigned due to one incident. He escaped 
the secular world and currently lices as a hermit in a distant 
land. While teaching Ovelia, he gives her fatherly love.


Wiegraf Folles (Age: 31)
--------------
Leader of the anti-Aristocrat "Death Corps". He was also the 
leader of the Knight of Death, which were made up of 
volunteers during the Fifty Year War. To relieve the 
stronghold of the Aristocrats, they performed terrorist acts, 
such as assassinations and kidnappings of leading figures, but 
were eliminated by retaliation by the officials. Las seen at 
the battle at Zeakden Fort.


Alphons Draclau (Age: 53)
---------------
Head of Lionel. Also a cardinal second only to the Head of the 
Glabados Church. A famous Knight of the Fifty Year War, as 
well as being a Theologist. Since his wife was murdered by a 
deranged follower during the Fifty Year War, he has commited 
his life as a Pagan Examiner, as he engages in the "Heretic 
Hunt". He is revered by his people.

Update:

Head of Lionel. Also a cardinal second only to the Head of the 
Glabados Church. A famous Knight of the Fifty Year War, as 
well as being a Theologist. Since his wife was murdered by a 
deranged follower during the Fifty Year War, he has commited 
his life as a Pagan Examiner, as he engages in the "Heretic 
Hunt". He is revered by his people. But, he has his dark side, 
interacting with a criminal organization to obtain a Holy 
Stone found in Goug.  


Mesdoram Elmdor (Age: 36)
---------------
Leader of Limberry. A soldier who fought bravely against the 
invading forced in a foreign land, during the latter half of 
the Fifty Year War. With his silver armor and his long and 
beautiful blond hair, his allies call him the "Silver Noble". 
Yet, he is feared by the enemies, calling him the "Silver 
Ogre". Also known as a devout follower of the teachings of 
Glabados, he has the qualifications to become a Pagan 
examiner.


Mustadio Bunanza (Age: 17)
----------------
A young man working at the mines of Goug Machine City. Son of 
Besrodio, a respected machinist who products advanced weapons. 
He has mastered the use of a "Gun" which is an advanced weapon 
where gun powder is packed into a steel barrel.


Besrodio Bunanza (Age: 43)
----------------
Machinist who lives in the Goug Machine City. A well respected 
meister of producing advanced weapons. Also a devoted 
researcher who strives to implement and create new technology 
by disassembling machinery of the previous generations. For 
unknown reasons, he has been kidnapped by the Bart Trading 
Company.

Update:

Machinist who lives in the Goug Machine City. A well respected 
meister of producing advanced weapons. Also a devoted 
researcher who strives to implement and create new technology 
by disassembling machinery of the previous generations. For 
unknown reasons, he has been kidnapped by the Bart Trading 
Company, but was rescued by you.


Bart Rudvich (Age: 57)
------------
A representative of the Bart Trading Company, involved in a 
variety of business, based in Warjilis Trade City. He is well 
respected and praised as a man of ability by the people. But, 
in the shadows, he is said to be leading a criminal 
organization, which is involved in acts such as the slave 
trade and smuggling of opium. For reasons unknown, he is 
currently holding machinist, Besrodio, prisoner and is after 
his son, Mustadio.

Update:

A representative of the Bart Trading Company, involved in a 
variety of business, based in Warjilis Trade City. He is well 
respected and praised as a man of ability by the people. But, 
in the shadows, he is said to be leading a criminal 
organization, which is involved in acts such as the slave 
trade and smuggling of opium. He was after Mustadio, who found 
the Holy Stone, "Taurus" from the mines of Goug.

Update:


A representative of the Bart Trading Company, involved in a 
variety of business, based in Warjilis Trade City. He is well 
respected and praised as a man of ability by the people. But, 
in the shadows, he is said to be leading a criminal 
organization, which is involved in acts such as the slave 
trade and smuggling of opium. He was after Mustadio, who found 
the Holy Stone, "Taurus" from the mines of Goug. Failing to 
obtain the Holy Stone, "Taurus", he was executed by the 
Cardinal.

Ajora Glabados
--------------
Born around 12 centuries ago, in Bervenia of Lesalia. Raised 
in Milodos. Spoke of the arrival of a kingdom of a higher 
source, as feelings of antipathy grew from Father Fara. 
Executed as a traitor by the Holy Empire of Yudora. Soon 
after, the capital of the Church of Fara became submerged 
under sea, by an extraordinary natural phenomenon.  Those 
disciples of Ajora believed this was his miracle, and these 
stories spread, and the Glabados Church became what it is 
today.

Vormav (Age: 48)
------
Knight, identity unknown. Participating with Delita to abduct 
Ovelia.


Teta Hyral 
----------
Delita's sister. Daughter of a farmer of a fief in the Beoulve 
Kingdom. Losing her parents to the Black Plague, she was taken 
in by the Beoulve family with her brother. She attended the 
Aristocratic School with Alma, but had a hard time due to her 
family background. Abducted for her involvement in the 
assassination of Duke Dycedarg and killed by Algus at the Fort 
Zeakden.


Balbanes Beoulve
----------------
Former leader of the Hokuten Knights, and achieved the rank of 
"Heavenly Knight". While other Knights were being defeated, he 
produced many victories, even when he was outnumbered. A 
treaty was reached because of the fear he struck into the 
hearts of the enemies. Died due to an illness in the latter 
parts of the war.

Gustav Margueriff
-----------------
Sub leader of the Death Corps. Former sub leader of the 
Knights of Death. Before joining the Knight of Death, he was 
one of the Hokuten Knights. But due to his reckless actions, 
such as robberies and rapes at seized towns, problems within 
the Knights arose. He was forced out and eventually joined the 
Knights of Death.
He plans the abduction of Marquis Elmdor, but loses his life 
from Wiefgraf's purge.


Miluda Folles
-------------
Fencer of the Death Corps. Blood sister of the Death Corps 
leader, Wiegraf. She showed her true abilities as an assistant 
to her brother in the Knights of Death. She stood up and tried 
to protect her kingdom during the difficult times of the Fifty 
Year War, but receiving no acknowledgement after the war, she 
rebelled against her kingdom. Died in the battle at Lenalia 
Plateau.


Golagros Levine 
---------------
Knight in the Death Corps. Attacks Beoulve in Igros, trying to 
assassinate Duke Dycedarg, a promiment official under Prince 
Larg. The assassination attempt failed, but during his escape, 
he confronts and abducts Delita's sister, Teta. Tool Teta to 
Fort Zeakden as a hostage. He tries to escape the Hokuten 
Knights, using Teta as his shield but fails. Dies during the 
ordeal.


Alazlam J.D. (Age: 53)
------------
A historian of the late ages, specialized in the studies of 
the middle ages of the Kingdom. Also known as an archaeologist 
and a theologist, his search for the explanation of the "Durai 
Writings" led him to a great confrontation with the Murond 
sect of the Glabados Church. His works include, "The Mysteries 
of the Lion War", "The Real Image of the Holy Ajora", and 
"Durai Writings * The Truth of the 400th Year."


                         =============
                            Rumors
                         =============

The Death Corps
===============

   Robberies are on the rise in various areas and Gallione is 
no exception. Wagon hijackings and abductions are rampant. Now 
a group of former criminals and mercenaries, called the "Death 
Corps", have been making the most trouble for the Hokuten.

The King Omdoria
================

   There is a great concern over King Omdolia, who collapsed 
at Prince Orinas birthday celebration. The Board of 
Chamberlains reported his fever has subsided, but he'll take 3 
weeks to recover. It will be several months before he can make 
any public appearances. But since most public policy is made 
by Queen Revulia, no turmoil is expected.

The Fifty Year War
==================

  A war that caused terror for nearly 50 years between Ivalice 
and Ordalia, known as the "Fifty Year War". 
  The War was ignited when King Diwandu died without naming a 
successor. The throne was succeeded by Diwanu's brother, 
Valowa, but Denamunda of Ivalice, declared war.
  This was only an excuse... the real reason was because of... 
Zelamonia, a territory of Ivalice running along the Ordalian 
border. It was once indenpendent, but was annexed over a 
century ago, after an invasion. Ivalice supported Ordalia, but 
the result was failure. Unrest among the Nobles and in the 
cities of Zelmonia, along with Ordalia's rule, led them to 
seek intervention from Ivalice.
  With victories in the early battles, Ivalice's Army marched 
on the capital of Bura. But Kind Denamunda fell ill and was 
never to return to his kingdom. The confusion gave the 
Ordalian Army an opportunity, as Valowa was successful in 
holding off Ivalice's Army. Approximately 2 year stalemate of 
was broken by the Romandan Army's invasion.
  Romanda is a military state seperated from Ivalice by Larner 
Channel. Under King Valowa's orders, a blood relative, they 
marched on Ivalice. But, Denamunda who succeeded King 
Denamunda was a brave warrior against both the Romanda and 
Ordalian armies. An outbreak of Bubonic Plague in Romanda 
forced them to retreat in 2 years.
  The 2 squads most effective in the war were the Hokuten, led 
by Balbanes, and the Nanten, led by T.G. Cid. They scored many 
victories as they marched on Ordalia. But the long war was 
disasterous for both administrations. Farmers' revolts and 
riots broke out in many areas, as both kingdoms focused their 
war efforts within their borders. This made another stalemate 
broken only by the death of King Denamunda. (Widely believed 
to be assassinated) His successor, Omdolia was not fit to lead 
the kingdom, and left all matters of state to the elder 
statesmen and the Queen. Therefore, there was no power to 
drive the troops of Prince Lanard, Valowa's successor, out. 
After allowing the invasion of Zeltennia, battles that both 
the Hokuten and the Nanten fought in, Ivalice hoped for peace. 
Realizing the war was useless, both kingdoms agreed on peace, 
focusing their efforts within their respective borders. 
Although the agreement was bilateral, Ivalice surrendered.
  Soon after, Ivalice's economy was on the brink of bankruptcy 
because of severe war reparations. Payments could not be made 
to returning soldiers, and large groups of Knights were 
discharged. As a result, high unemployment, uncertainty and 
distrust filled Ivalice.

The condition of Omdoria
========================
   The rumor of the failing health of King Omdolia is 
spreading throughout the capital. Since his collapse during 
Orinas' birthday celebrattion, we've been told that he was on 
his way to recovery, but the discouraged faces of his close 
advisors tell otherwise. With an official guardian for the 
Prince yet to be named, the Queen is certain to clash with the 
elder statesmen over his guardianship.

Destruction of the Death Corps!?
================================
   It was revealed that the main group in the Death Corps the 
Thieves, were close to annihilation due to the joint effort by 
the four groups of the Knights. According to official reports, 
the total number of thieves apprehended by the plan added up 
to approximately 700, and the death toll was approximately 
3000. Wiegraf, the leader of the Death Corps is yet to be 
apprehended, but the Hokuten stated that it was just a matter 
of time.

Attempt murder of Lord Dycedarg
===============================
   The Thieves, major players in the Death Corps, are close to 
annihilation, but the Knights haven't been able to capture 
their leader, Wiegraf, yet. Although the Hokuten are in 
pursuit of the remaining members. An assault on a high 
official occurred at the mansion of the well-known and 
respected Beoulve family. The target seems to have been Prince 
Larg's assistant, Dycedarg. Unfortunately, the assassination 
attempt was unsuccessful.
       
After the king's death
======================
   After the death of King Omdolia, Queen Ruvelia held the 
reigns of the government. Any officials objecting her policies 
were ousted, even elder statesmen. The Empress openly 
criticized the Queen, and was banished to Bunahan, never to 
return. It is said she was poisoned, but no proof was ever 
found.

Feud between Larg and Goltana
=============================
   A political struggle erupted between the Prince Larg and 
the son of the late King. They are fighting for the regency, 
who will be guardian to the Prince. The Queen sided with Larg, 
but the officials who oppose her, including many Nobles, sided 
with Goltana. Lately, some say Prince Larg will officially be 
appointed Regent.

Peasant riot in Zeltennia
=========================
   A large peasant rebellion has erupted in Zeltennia, 
Goltana's territory. It was caused by the heavy damage 
resulting from the previous years drought, as well as growing 
unease over the rise in taxes after the War. A group of ex-
Knights, known as the "Ryomoku" seemed to be behind the 
rebellion. Baron Grims' Black Sheep are struggling to suppress 
it. 
  
Kidnap of the Princess
======================
   Princess Ovelia has been abducted from the Orbonne 
Monastery. Witnesses say the Knight that disappeared had a 
crest of a Black Lion, believed to be those of the Nanten, 
under Prince Goltana. Goltana strongly denies any involvement. 
He assembled a group of investigators to clear any suspicion, 
but due to the attempted supression of the rebellion in 
Zeltennia, it seems difficult.

Zodiac Brave Story
==================
   Long before Ivalice was united, the land was divided into 7 
kingdoms: Zeltennia, Fovoham, Lionel, Limberry, Lesalie, 
Gallione, and Murond.
   Each tried to expand their territory and the struggles 
continued for hundreds of years, until an ambitious new King, 
was born in Murond. He gathered a great army from all over 
Ivalice and fought, but victory did not come easily. Then the 
King found a secret way to summon a Magic God from the 
netherworld. But when he tried to use its powers, the Magic 
God killed the King and tried to destroy the world...
   12 brave souls defeated the Devils summoned by the Magic 
God and sent him back to the netherworld. At this time, the 12 
warriors were crested with 12 zodiac symbols, and people began 
to call them the "Zodiac Braves".

Zodiac Stone
============
   Crystals said to be made in a mythic area. With a zodiac 
symbol carved on their surface, the crystal was known as the 
"Zodiac Stone of the 12 zodiac symbols". The stones are said 
to have holy powers used by the Zodiac Braves to work 
miracles. The last time they were seen was during St. Ajora's 
time, no one has seen them since...

Bart Company's dark rumor
=========================
   Bart Trading Company, based in Warjilis, is increasing in 
popularity because it donates heavily to projects improving 
the infrastructure and orphanages. But they are not only known 
for their charity. Some say they are a criminal outfit 
involved in opium smuggling, slavery and even murder. Who 
knows the real truth about this company?

                         ============
                             Job
                         ============

<<< Work History >>>
====================

Highwind Salvage
================
   Trade ship Highwind shipwrecked 20 sectas off of Jiris Bay. 
The company's next big hit, "Choco-Bun" was on board.
   At first, sabotage by their rivals was suspected, but it 
was found to be an accident and a successful recovery saved 
the business.

Hindenburg Salvage
==================
   It's been confirmed the trade ship 'Hindenburg' of the 
Zaland Trade Company shipwrecked 16 sectas off of Oval Bay. A 
slavage company wasn't used due to their high cost. 
   Many ships wreck or are run aground in this area. 
   We know the salvage company is using fact to their 
advantage by the way they treated us.

Luxurious ship salvage
======================
   A ship carrying goods to be donated to the Zaland Embassy 
has been shipwrecked. It sank during a storm and was found to 
have been completely destroyed. 
   Many of the items were priceless showing the good feelings 
between the two. But since the incident relations between the 
embassy and its government have cooled.

Guide to Miners
===============
   There was a cave in at the Oh mines. This mine has been 
known for its gold veins. It's been reported that expansion, 
due to the discovery of gold, caused the infrastructure of the 
mine to weaken. 
   10 People died in the accident. But the mine has not taken 
responsibility for the accident, continuing to mine it...
 
Girl of Flame!?
===============
   Gulg Volcano, inactive for over 5000 years has been 
designated as a danger area for some time and no one's ever 
come this close to it. The lava was flowing, and the girl was 
in the intense heat. Residents say a little girl accidently 
fell into the volcano many years ago. 
   We built a little shrine there to pray for her soul.

Tears of an Ex-miner
====================
   Mt. Urvos... Mining towns and people were plentiful here 
during the Gold Rush, years back. But after the ore ran out, 
all 15 towns in the area were deserted. 
   Now its history is washed away by the rears of a middle-
aged, ex-miner at the bar... 

Battle! Demon Lylis
===================
   The main product of the Vaccas Brewery is 'Vaccas Liquor' 
made from Vacca fruit. This brewery's been under attack due to 
the sweet smell of its product.
   A monster bandit group led by Demon Lylis attacked for that 
reason. We beat Lylis and now their liquor should reach those 
in Ivalice.

Ultimate Atavism
================
   Carrot, a Morbol, owned by the Zamas family, has been 
missing (5 months old at the time). While we were on a break 
in the hills behind the count's mansion, we found her. 
According to experts, a Morbol returns as a primitive life 
form every 4 generations. This incident taught us the 
instincts of the wild.

Letter from distant
===================
   We investigated a floating object off the beach at 
Gariland. There were various things on the beach.
   Most were trash dumped in the ocean from the land.
   But a small bottle caught our eye. There was a note inside, 
but we were unable to read t like the other trash in the area 
because it was written in a language of the continent, but we 
felt as though it was trying to tell us something.

Won the Meister Contest!
========================
   Won the Meister Contest! The Goug Artisan Association 
sponsored this year's Meister contest.
   It tests 3 elements to be a good Artisan; "Knowledge", 
"Innate Skill" and "Learned Skill".
   Participants are tested in many ways the highest total of 
points ultimately decides the winner.
   Early in the contest, we lost some points because of the 
clock. But, we came back strong and won.

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                           Treasure
                         ============

"Statue of Lylis"
=================
   The stone statue of the goddess Lylis is said to be the 
source of life or the first devil. 
   It is believed the possessor of this stone statue increases 
his strength. A favorite item for the ancient warriors.
 
"St. Elmo's Fire"
=================
   This blue flame is said to come from the human body. Those 
who produce it usually are suffering from some sickness. It is 
thought that a virus causes the disease.

"Taurus"
========
   One of the 12 Holy Stones. A legendary Zodiac Stone 
representing the 'Bull'. It was found hidden in the Goug 
Machine City.

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