- The approachable Pelu is awaiting your questions.
- You learn from the approachable Pelu that the road to Urqopacha has been made almost impassable by the recent storm. He does, however, offer to share a solution for traversing the difficult terrain before bidding you follow.
- Your road leads to Urqopacha. To embark upon the journey, you and your companions make your way to the alpaca stables.
- Much to Wuk Lamat's dismay, the Pelu suggests your party make use of alpacas for the journey to Urqopacha. The ride is relatively uneventful, and upon arriving in the region you meet with Bol Noq', a weaver who has just come from Wachunpelo. The affable soul proceeds to share with you a cautionary tale about making business deals with the Pelupelu while under the influence of their locally brewed spirit. Afterwards, Wuk Lamat charges on ahead, impulsive as ever, and the rest of you trail after her into the village.
- Erenville finds Wuk Lamat on the verge of making an unnecessary purchase, which leads him to chide her for doing the exact opposite of what was just discussed. The Pelupelu, you learn, are a clan of avid merchants and adroit conversationalists, and bringing happiness through trade is a core tenet of their culture. While they won't seek to deceive customers or sell them faulty wares, Erenville cautions that only a clear refusal will convince the diminutive people that there is no sale to be made.
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The quest "To Kozama'uka" will become available once you have completed this quest series beginning with the approachable Pelu.
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I've been waiting for what feels like days...and eaten enough of Br'uk Evu's tacos to feed an army!
What is it you'd like to know?
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Our main concern was confirming the state of the road ahead.
As I recall, to reach Urqopacha, we depart from the Arch of the Dawn, then take the road west at the first fork. Should we be wary of anything along the way?
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That is indeed the way to Urqopacha. After the damage wrought by the recent downpour, however, you'll be doing more stumbling than walking.
But do take heart! When it comes to rugged terrain, we have a most dependable solution available. Come with me!
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We'll be back to talk to you in good time, friend Hanu. Meanwhile, you can eat and drink your fill at Xbalyav Ty'e─it's all been arranged!
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So...I can order anything I like at Xbalyav Ty'e? Anything!? The Third Promise is too generous!
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Talking to a Pelu before we departed was a wise decision. I for one would rather not brave a treacherous, slippery trail on foot.
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The Pelupelu all being small is confusing enough, but those masks make it almost impossible to tell men from women, let alone guess at their age.
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Ugh, why did it have to be alpacas...
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Oh my! Are these fluffy babies our mounts!?
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The beasts are sure-footed, that's for certain.
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May I introduce to you our most dependable companion─the alpaca!
These animals can traverse Urqopacha's steep mountain trails as if they were gentle fields, and all while carrying heavy loads. Our merchants would be lost without them!
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So they fill much the same niche as our chocobos back home.
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You don't have alpacas in Eorzea?
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Alpacas are native to Yok Tural. Eorzea has its chocobos, and the eastern lands have their horses. Why go to the trouble of breeding another pack beast in a place which ill suits its qualities and where it is not needed anyway?
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Hm... But must we ride these little monsters?
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I get the impression you aren't fond of alpacas.
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When I was small─and being a bit naughty─I went around pulling on their wool. One of them spat on me, and it was the foulest stench you can imagine...
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What are they like to ride?
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Alpacas bred as mounts are inquisitive and docile. Even those without experience find them easy to handle.
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We're really doing this, then...
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So...was my information useful to you?
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I... Yes, very helpful. Even if it wasn't what I wanted to hear...
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Good! I'll take my payment now!
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...I guess I should've expected as much from a Pelu merchant. Let me see what I have on me.
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The Pelupelu value the act of spreading joy through trade, as you should know. They take pride in making deals that benefit both parties.
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Here you go! A fair price for your fair advice.
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Yes! I made a trade with the Third Promise herself! My friends will never believe this!
I shall be on my way now. I wish you safe travels!
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Off you go then, and thank you!
I better not get spit on again...
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You brought that on yourself. Remain calm and gentle, and so will they.
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I'm still not happy about this... But if we need to ride alpacas to reach Urqopacha, then that's what we'll do.
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Turuali Poets of your sang of a mountain that would stand tall even should all other lands sink beneath the sea.
Indomitable and eternal, it arises from Urqopacha─the hundred peaks of time.
Of all the beasts with which crawl and fly, only the legendary Valigarmanda could hope to disturb the summit's serene majesty
Yet with that flying calamity imprisoned by the Dawnservant, what great feet remains for those who would claim the throne? — Erenville
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So this is Urqopacha... I've never actually been here before.
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The air is so crisp and clear.
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Mountains everywhere you look.
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That one massive peak in particular has quite the presence. It puts me in mind of Sohm Al.
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That is Worqor Zormor, the tallest mountain in Yok Tural. Its sheer height makes it an imposing climb, but there are other reasons the ambitious keep their distance...
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Excuse me, but...you're Wuk Lamat, are you not? I-I hadn't thought to encounter one of the Dawn's Promise here of all places...
Ah, but I should introduce myself. I am Bol Noq', a weaver by trade.
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Well met, Bol Noq'. We're on our way to Wachunpelo.
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Truly? I've just come from there, as it happens.
I'd asked the Pelupelu who sell me their wool to give me a tour of their alpaca ranch.
The head rancher and I shared a bottle of mezcal while he explained the finer points of wool production. |
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Mezcal? Is that a local beverage?
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It's an Urqopacha specialty. A spirit made from distilled agave heart juice.
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Yes, and it must have done wonders for my mood, for I tripled my usual order of alpaca wool. They did offer me a discount, though, so it wasn't a bad deal in the end.
Ah, but listen to me boring you with my tedious stories. I-I will leave you before you are lulled to sleep. Good-bye, and safe travels.
Oh, silly me. I almost forgot to say the thing I actually wanted to say.
Peace for Tural─I agree with your vision, Third Promise. You have my support in your bid for the throne. |
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I gather from his tale we would be foolish to underestimate Pelupelu merchants...
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Yes, they do more than run the markets in Tuliyollal. Pelupelu peddlers can be found everywhere in Tural, traveling from place to place on their sturdy alpacas.
They are effusive and engaging speakers, and many's the customer who's been talked into spending more than they bargained for.
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They won't find this customer so easily charmed!
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Wachunpelo's down the path off the main road! Don't get lost!
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I feel the change in altitude most keenly. While mayhap not to the same degree as the Sea of Clouds, the air is decidedly thin here.
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I could see more buildings down the path Bol Noq' was taking. I wonder what's over that way...
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The palace crowds were more supportive of her brothers, but Wuk Lamat's peaceful politics do have their quiet adherents, I see.
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This is it: Wachunpelo, home of the Pelupelu. Wuk Lamat should have arrived before us...
...That's not good.
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You've come all this way for the rite of succession? Oh! So this means I'm exchanging words with the future Dawnservant!
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P-Please, the outcome is far from decided...but it is a possibility!
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How fortunate, then, that I deal in cloaks woven from especially luxurious alpaca wool. Such a garment would look magnificent when draped over the shoulders of our budding ruler.
And a nation's ruler should dress her best for her adoring people, yes? Finery for our finest lady, that's right! Come, Third Promise, my well-stocked shelves are but a few steps away...
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"Finest lady"? Heh heh, I like the sound of that...
Alright, I suppose a quick look wouldn't hurt...
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Ahem. What did we just talk about?
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Erenville, when did you─!?
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Ah, a Shetona from far-off Xak Tural? Northern winters are bitterly cold affairs, I'm told. I cannot imagine how you survived them without a lovely warm cloak of quality alpaca wool...
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No, thank you. I'm not in need of new clothes at the moment, and neither is the Third Promise. Perhaps another time.
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Of course, of course! My shop door is always open!
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You were saying something about not being "easily charmed"?
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As I mentioned previously, the Pelu people live for bringing happiness through trade. They won't cheat you or sell you defective goods.
They will, however, disarm you with their deft turns of phrase, and unwitting customers like Wuk Lamat fall prey to this affable approach time and time again.
Your only recourse is a clear and firm refusal─they won't pursue the matter should you make your disinterest plain. |
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A valuable insight into the minds of the Pelupelu. Let us all take Erenville's words of caution to heart.
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Acquisition
Closest Aetheryte: Tuliyollal Aetheryte Plaza → Bayside Bevy Marketplace
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