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| Alphinaud, Krile, Thancred, M'naago, Wiscar, Arenvald, V'mah Tia, J'moldva, Raubahn, Serpent Officer (Porta Praetoria), Storm Officer (Porta Praetoria), Urianger, Kan-E-Senna, Keeper of the Entwined Serpents (Hyur), Storm Marshal Slafyrsyn, Lucia, Merlwyb, Aymeric
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- Alphinaud is a man with one less worry on his mind.
They used medicines to keep me in a torpor for much of the time. I...fear I am still recovering from their effects. But I will be fine. I will.
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Saved once more by Urianger's ingenuity. I look forward to learning why it was so imperative that we remain ignorant of the device's precise function.
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Can you believe it? Not only did we secure the residential district, but we captured Fordola! Wait till the Flame General hears about this!
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<pant> <pant> Looks like it wasn't my day to die. I owe you one, Meffrid...
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Lyse has gone to deliver Fordola into the custody of the Alliance, leaving M'naago and her men to hold the residential district and stand ready.
Once the Alliance has breached the main gates and commenced their assault, the Resistance forces will push through the entrance here and join the fray.
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In that case, I will remain here. My search for Krile took me into the city proper, and my familiarity with their defenses may prove useful to the Resistance.
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Understood. I shall instruct Arenvald and his unit to render support as well.
They were tasked with securing the aetheryte, as I recall. With me, Forename.
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Brave though they may be, these freedom fighters will need every advantage if they are to defeat their oppressors. I will do what I can to tip the odds in their favor.
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Krile is safe, and the Ala Mhigan Quarter secure. We could not have hoped for a better outcome.
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It is far, far too early to celebrate. Zenos is not finished with us yet.
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This aetheryte is perhaps the most strategically important landmark here, as it can serve as a gateway for attuned troops with sufficient anima. Such tactics are not without their risks, however...
Were the imperials to discover that the aetheryte was being used in such a fashion, they might turn their artillery upon us─destroying the beacon and the better part of the district, at the cost of countless civilian lives...
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I didn't know what had become of Arenvald and the others after I was taken. It's such a relief to see them hale and healthy.
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Gods, Krile... It's so good to see you. I feared the worst...
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It wasn't your fault. You saved me─all of you. Thank you.
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We will be departing shortly for Porta Praetoria to rejoin the main host.
Arenvald, I would have your unit remain here with Thancred, that you might support the Resistance troops in the coming battle.
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Understood! We won't let you down.
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...I trust you will refrain from doing anything I would not. We are both far too young to die.
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Right, right─no noble sacrifices! Got it!
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Forename, Krile─let us be off, then.
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Thank the Twelve she's all right. I don't know what I would have done...
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Krile is safe, and the Ala Mhigan Quarter secure. We could not have hoped for a better outcome.
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It is far, far too early to celebrate. Zenos is not finished with us yet.
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You can count on us, Forename!
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Don't you worry─I'm under no illusions. I was lucky to survive back there. I'll have to work harder and train longer if I'm going to stay alive.
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The Matron smiles upon us this day with the safe return of you and your captured comrade. Such tidings are sure to raise the men's spirits.
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Well done securing the residential district! Ala Mhigo is nearly ours!
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Ah, the heroes of the hour! Not content with securing the residential district, you gifted me an imperial commander. What are you after, a medal?
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The work is its own reward, General. I must say, however, that Fordola's claims were not a little disturbing. What manner of power could Zenos have acquired that might equal an eikon?
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Might she speak of our missing Omega?
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Very possibly. The Empire's fondness for comparable Allagan technologies is exceedingly well documented. Have we made any progress with our own investigation?
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None. The search goes on in earnest, but Cid has thus far found nothing of note. Mayhap the Garleans beat us to it. If they were working desperately to repair the machine, that might explain their decision to remain within their walls...
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Ah, Lyse. I trust you surrendered Fordola into custody without incident. We were just discussing the pilus's claims.
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About Zenos and his newfound powers? She hasn't said a word on the subject since we rescued Krile─even when the interrogator asked nicely.
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Mayhap I can offer some insight into her claims─or at least into the facility and the experiments they conducted during my time there. Though my memories of the period are somewhat muddled, there are a few things I remember with painful clarity.
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Thancred told us only that Fordola had undergone some...manner of treatment...
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Yes... It is a place wholly dedicated to the creation of enhanced beings whom they refer to as “the Resonant.” As I understand it, the process aims to imbue a test subject with the qualities of an individual with demonstrated magical aptitude. This entails... This entails the m-mechanical extraction and transfusion of some manner of...primordial essence.
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So that's how Fordola improved so fast. I knew there had to be something. She wasn't half as strong or quick to predict my attacks when we first met.
If it weren't for Urianger's siphon thingy, I really don't think we'd have beaten her...
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My humble scheme asked far more in the execution than it required in the conception, I do assure thee.
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Oh, you have got to stop doing that.
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In calling upon Lady Alisaie after her defeat, I was most intrigued to learn of the apparent effortlessness with which Fordola countered her attacks. 'Twas as if she knew the blade's destination ere its journey began.
A most impressive feat under any circumstances, but an almost miraculous one when considered in the context of Fordola's unfamiliarity with my lady's arts. How then could she so perfectly predict an unknown opponent's every move?
After much deliberation, I surmised that Fordola may be possessed of a preternatural ability to divine meaning from the fluctuations of an individual's aether, and to instinctively react. To employ a metaphor, one might say that she was attuned to the whispers of my lady Alisaie's soul. |
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Wait! Have you not just described a manifestation of the Echo?
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I had no conclusive proof. The available anecdotal evidence suggested only that Fordola was uncommonly sensitive to aetheric fluctuations, and 'twas this which led me to develop my stratagem.
I would fashion a device with the capacity to generate a massive disruption in the surrounding aether. If, as I suspected, Fordola's senses were indeed questing for the most minor of oscillations, the shock of exposure to a more amplitudinous aetheric waveform would be akin to a debilitating bout of aether sickness.
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How...ingenious. I note that the success of your plan hinged on your device's wielder remaining ignorant of its purpose, lest Fordola divine your intent.
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Indeed so, Master Alphinaud.
All things considered, 'twas a most fortuitous outcome.
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That's putting it mildly. In any event, if Urianger is correct, that would mean these Resonant have been granted the power of the Echo via artificial means. A sobering thought to say the least─and one which makes me wonder what else Zenos has in store.
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Whatever the viceroy's newfound powers, I know of none better equipped to face him. And face him you must. For there is now but one path forward, and it leads straight to Ala Mhigo.
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And it's not as if we came unprepared. We've got all our friends and allies fighting for the same thing. Honestly, right now, I feel like we could take on anyone and win. And I mean anyone!
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What will you say?
1) Victory is as good as ours!
2) Nevertheless, let us proceed with all due caution.
3) ...
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Exactly! Ohhh, I wouldn't want to be in Zenos's boots!
Not with the likes of us coming to get him!
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Well, no one's saying we shouldn't be cautious!
...Though maybe I was getting a bit carried away.
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Enough talking! All right, all right! I get the message!
Action is what's needed now!
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Right─I'd best get back to the residential district. Thancred and the Resistance forces are waiting.
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It is time we joined the main host.
Krile, in light of your recent ordeal...might I suggest that you remain with the rear guard for now?
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Oh, if you insist...just this once.
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I prithee proceed with the utmost caution, Forename. If there be truth in Fordola's words, and the viceroy is indeed possessed of a power “echoing that of the eikons,” then still greater strength shall be required to bring about his defeat.
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As I said, there is but one path forward. We take Ala Mhigo, and with it, Zenos's head.
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I must admit, my Lominsan counterpart's enthusiasm is...infectious. I find that I too am eager to see this so-called “Maelstrike” firsthand.
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Heh heh, I can't wait to see Marshal Slafyrsyn in action! His Maelstrike is the stuff of legends!
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If I may, General─is there aught Forename and I can do to assist with final preparations?
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I'm glad you asked. Pipin informed me moments ago that all forces are in position and that we are ready to commence the assault.
Naught remains but to notify the Alliance commanders. If you've no objections, I should be glad to have you do the honors, <Player's Grand Company Rank> .
You were instrumental to the success of Operation Archon. You helped bring an end to the Dragonsong War. You are a hero to the people and a symbol of hope.
Some might judge it an empty gesture, or worse a waste of your talents, but I know it would mean much to everyone here.
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The General makes a good point. The Warrior of Light's worth may be measured not only by what he does, but by what he inspires others to do.
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I prithee proceed with the utmost caution, Forename. If there be truth in Fordola's words, and the viceroy is indeed possessed of a power “echoing that of the eikons,” then still greater strength shall be required to bring about his defeat.
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'Tis one thing to hear the tales, another to look upon the man himself. Now is the time to remind our comrades that they are not alone.
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Zenos has never cared a whit for politics. He lives for war and war alone. Kill him, or he will kill you.
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The Elder Seedseer saw fit to grant me mercy at Carteneau. Perhaps, if the opportunity allows, we may offer the same to my former comrades...but if not, then so be it.
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'Tis rare these days that I am granted leave to take the field. Mayhap I should have brought my mask...
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All is ready? Very well. Though many will fall in the coming battle, how many more shall know liberty for their sacrifice.
There is a time for peace, and a time for war. Even the Matron understands this. We who have received of Hers and the elementals' blessings go now to stand for Eorzea and her children.
Matron forgive us for what we must do.
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It's time, then. Though this is not my theater of choice, we will play our part. Our cannons care not either way.
That battery has sunk enough ships to fill a fleet. 'Tis not like to be bested by a gate.
They are fine gates, no doubt. And they will make fine slag.
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Hah! That you should be the one to bring me word. By the Fury, it is good to see you, my friend.
You, who stood with us in our direst hour, will ever be an inspiration to my countrymen─and to me. Though Ishgard's debt can never be repaid, it is my hope that our deeds this day shall go some small way to redressing the balance.
Several times you defended our gates. Let us return the favor by demolishing theirs.
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We have done all we can to prepare.
For serenity, purity, sanctity.
For serenity, purity, sanctity...
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Hah hah! Till sea swallows all!
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I have asked Urianger to look after Krile. He will keep her out of harm's way. Though, after what she has endured, her physical well-being may be the least of our worries...
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Worry not for her safety. Look thee to the east.
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It is done, then? Thank you, <Player's Grand Company Rank> ...for humoring an old bull. |
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Maelstrom, Adder, and Ishgardian forces are in position, General!
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Resistance forces in the Ala Mhigan Quarter are ready and await our signal.
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Naught left to do but the deed itself.
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Closest Aetheryte: The Ala Mhigan Quarter
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