Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits
Ancient Tablet/Spirit Dictionary FAQ
Version 1.12
8/15/03
by: Ryan Mack
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Copyright 2003 Ryan Mack
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Contents:
I - Intro/Version History
II - Spirit Dictionaries: Locations
III - Spirit Dictionaries: Where to Bring Them
IV - Spirit Dictionaries: Points of No Return
V - Ancient Tablets: Locations
VI - Ancient Tablets: Where to Bring Them
VII - Ancient Tablets: Points of No Return
VIII - Spirit Dictionaries: Text
IX - Ancient Tablet Song Text
X - Closing
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I - Intro/Version History
This guide is a basic summarization of the game's two find all the pointless
objects quests; Kharg's Dictionaries and Darc's Tablets. As such, it's not that
complicated, so I'll just get on with it. Note that there are probably SPOILERS
contained herein.
Version 1.12 - Negligable correction. Go me. Thank you, reader persons.
Version 1.11 - Negligable edit.
Version 1.10 - Included point of no return, i.e., when you can't get particular
dictionaries or tablets anymore.
Version 1.01 - Fixed a few typos. Whoops.
Version 1.00 - Original Version. All locations, rewards and texts posted.
Should be complete unless something very interesting happens.
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II - Spirit Dictionaries: Locations
There are five Spirit Dictionaries, and you can't get the last one until
Kharg's Chapter 6. You should be able to go back for them if you miss one along
the way, though I'm not entirely sure on that.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 1-
Location: The Edge of a Sea of Trees, Ragnoth
Sometime during Kharg's Chapter 2, return to the man on the second
floor of the Yewbell Tavern and speak to him. He'll identify himself as Span,
and tell you about something he hid in an old pot under a rock at The Edge of
a Sea of Trees. Go there, and search under the rock closest to the top right
corner of the map. You'll find the pot. Bring it back to Span. He'll pull the
dictionary out of the pot, read it to you and tell you to find the other four
volumes. You'll get a Stone Holder for your trouble.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 2-
Location: The Republic of Cathena, Aldrow
In Kharg's Chapter 3, after gaining entry to the rooms adjacent to
the council chamber, check the right hand room. The book's on the lower edge
of the table near the door to the elevator room. It's a little small, and
thus easy to miss.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 3-
Location: Sulfas, Epistia
It's in the Main Plant at Sulfas. You should be a bit of a ways into
Kharg's Chapter 4 before you're allowed in there. Once you are, however, head
into the left-hand room. From the door, walk straight ahead along the large
catwalk until you reach the opposite wall, and turn left. You'll find the book
on the floor in front of some barrels.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 4-
Location: The Mountain Stronghold, Epistia
After Tatjana joins Kharg's group, you're made to reenter the Stronghold to
find the radio. The fourth volume is on the floor a little ways to the left of
where you find said radio.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 5-
Location: Milmarna, Halshinne
You can get it as soon as you get to Milmarna. It's on top of a barrel in the
big stone building with all the fortune tellers. The barrel in question is a
little left and down from the appraiser's table.
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III - Spirit Dictionaries: Where to Bring Them
Once you've gathered all five dictionaries, bring them to Span at Peisus on
Milmarna. He's among the second set of stacks reading a book, you can't miss
him. Once you bring him all five dictionaries, he'll read any of them to you
whenever you wish, and gives you a Hero's Bandanna, an accessory for Kharg.
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IV - Spirit Dictionaries: Points of No Return
Note that these are the points in the game whereafter certain tablets become
UNATTAINABLE.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 1: Entrance into Flying Castle, Kharg's party.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 2: End of Kharg Chapter 6.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 3: Entrance into Flying Castle, Kharg's party.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 4: Entrance into Flying Castle, Kharg's party.
Spirit Dictionary Volume 5: Entrance into Flying Castle, Kharg's party.
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V - Ancient Tablets: Locations
There are seven Ancient Tablets, the last one being in Darc's Chapter 5. As
with the Spirit Dictionaries, you can probably go back for the ones you miss,
though I'm not 100% sure on that. Unlike the Dictionaries, you won't find the
tablets in order if you find them all as soon as possible, so don't think
you've missed one if the sequence is messed up. The only annoying thing about
them is that they tend to look like rocks.
Ancient Tablet 1-
Location: Geedo's House, Aldrow
You can't miss this. It's in Geedo's House, inside the same chest as the
Phoenix Blood. When you pick it up, the ghost Kirjath shows up and asks you
to find the other six. Oh boy.
Ancient Tablet 2-
Location: Drakyrnia, Ragnoth
It's on the floor right inside the right hand door of the shop in Drakyrnia.
Very difficult to miss this one, since it's partially obstructing the exit.
Ancient Tablet 3-
Location: Dragon Bone Valley, Ragnoth
It's right outside the cave where Darc undergoes the Dragon Ordeal, on the
ground. It stands out from the background, to boot.
Ancient Tablet 4-
Location: Coleopt Shrine, Adenade
It's in Bebedora's Room (The Chamber of Sealing, IIRC), on the floor (again).
It's on the side of the path that leads to the door to Selkis' Room, and the
save point.
Ancient Tablet 5-
Location: Rueloon, Adenade
This tablet is the only one that's at all hidden. Left of the stairs that lead
to the courtyard in front of the Arena, there's a small path that leads to an
alleyway behind the weapon and item shops. You'll find the tablet at the end of
this alleyway.
Ancient Tablet 6-
Location: Pyramid Ruins, Halshinne
On the floor, near the top of the stairs by the sealed door, in the first room
of the actual Pyramid. It blends in with the rubble a bit, but it's not hard to
spot.
Ancient Tablet 7-
Location: Chaos Forest, Ragnoth
When you gain control of Bebedora for a short time in the Chaos Forest, you'll
find the tablet, again on the ground, near the left-hand exit she's forced to
take to get to Yewbell.
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VI - Ancient Tablets: Where to Bring Them
Kirjath inexplicably does not remain in Geedo's House. Once you get all seven
tablets, you can find him in Barbadoth, in front of the large tower next to the
shop. Upon giving them to him, he reads the text of the tablets, ascends, and
leaves you a Goddess Statuette.
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VII - Ancient Tablets: Points of No Return
Note that these are the points, in the game, whereafter certain tablets become
UNATTAINABLE.
Ancient Tablet 1: N/A
Ancient Tablet 2: Entrance into the Flying Castle, Darc's party.
Ancient Tablet 3: Dragon Bone Valley becomes a random battle map; should be
any time after the Dragon Ordeal is completed and you leave the area, during
Chapter 5.
Ancient Tablet 4: Entrance into the Flying Castle, Darc's party.
Ancient Tablet 5: Entrance into the Flying Castle, Darc's party.
Ancient Tablet 6: Entrance into the Flying Castle, Darc's party.
Ancient Tablet 7: Entrance into the Flying Castle, Darc's party.
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VIII - Spirit Dictionaries: Text
Volume 1:
"The Time Spirit...
A Spirit that controls time and enjoys a bit of mischief. Can make the passage
of time speed up or slow down. If time flies while you're having fun, it's
probably the Spirit's doing."
"The Dream Spirit...
A Spirit that can enter one's dreams at will. Likes to enter the dreams of
those in distress and know their true feelings. Said to ride on a cloud-like
vapor which, if inhaled, causes strange dreams."
"The Prayer Spirit...
Also known as the Spirit of the Heart, as it connects people's hearts together.
Prayers heard by this Spirit will be sure to find their destinations, wherever
they may be."
"The Slumber Spirit...
Spirit that bestows slumber and rest. Its great power enables it to see into
the future and predict that which will occur. However, this is rare, as the
Spirit itself is often found in slumber."
Volume 2:
"The Learning Spirit...
A Spirit that professes there is nothing it does not know. And in the unlikely
event that there is, it hides itself away until it has mastered the subject."
"The Book Spirit...
A Spirit that exists in old books. Very wise, possessing all the knowledge that
has ever been written. Hates the burning of books more than anything."
"The Sound Spirit...
A Spirit that controls voices, music and all noises. Of varied personality. At
times, soft, at other times, surprisingly violent. Carries sound to living
things with the help of the Wind Spirit."
"The Song Spirit...
Junior to the Sound Spirit. When happy people hum without realizing, it's said
to be because this Spirit is singing in their ears."
Volume 3:
"The Sword Spirit...
Exists in Swords. Rarely shows its form. Only those accepted by the Spirit can
hear its voice. Like a brother to the Blade Spirit."
"The Mirror Spirit...
A Spirit expert in the art of imitation. Exposes the true appearance of those
that try to disguise their looks. Mirrors that house this Spirit can reflect
evil powers."
"The Ring Spirit...
A Spirit that exists in rings. Its strength and shape varies depending on the
ring, but all Spirits look kindly on its owner. The Spirits will give advice
and help to the one who has the ring."
"The Liquor Spirit...
A mysterious Spirit that may or may not exist. Some say they have seen it, but
these claims may be reliable, as the witnesses are always inebriated."
Volume 4:
"The Path Spirit...
A Spirit as numerous as the different paths a living creature can take. Helps
those who have lost their way to remember the path they have chosen, but will
never dictate which they should choose."
"The Flower Spirit...
A Spirit that presides over all flowers. Its charge is to remove all ills from
flowers. But it seems that those it did not reach have become Deimos."
"The Fountain Spirit...
A calm and unassuming Spirit. Has the power to relax people and soothe away
their anger. It's said that on occasion, it will be attracted by a beautiful
singing voice and show its form."
"The Well Spirit...
A Spirit that lives inside wells. Imparts pure water for drinking and washing.
A junior of the Water Spirit, and yet much less forgiving of those who pollute
its essence."
Volume 5:
"The Cloud Spirit...
Said to exist above the clouds, but no one has ever seen it. Junior of the Wind
Spirit, it makes rain fall, obstructs even the strongest of the sun's rays, and
sometimes causes snow."
"The Moonlight Spirit...
Junior of the Light Spirit. Very whimsical. Just when it seems the Spirit is
deceiving and confusing people, it will shine a light to help them find their
way in the dark."
"The Mountain Spirit...
A Spirit that exists in many mountains. Mountains which are worshipped as
sacred places are sure to contain this Spirit. Its voice traverses the peaks
as an echo."
"The Soil Spirit...
A junior of the Earth Spirit. Returns living things to the soil, from which it
lets new life grow. Taciturn and calm, it detests disturbances of the peace and
avoids contact with humans."
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IX - Ancient Tablet Song Text
Over the Oceans from Long, Long ago
Came a Voice in the Wind
From An Ancient Soul
Storm Clouds Break Away
Revealing a Shining Sun
Pouring Out the Light That Will Guide Me
How Could You See And Not Believe?
I Don't Know When I'll Leave This Life
So If I'm Going To Be
I Might As Well Be Flying High
Maybe Soon Will Come A Day
All Things Will Fall Into Place
Holding And Trusting
Miracles Teach Us To Believe
Will There Be A Wind Strong Enough
To Fly And To Carry Me?
And Will There Be A Wave
From Across The Sea To Cool Me?
The Eyes Of Hope Shine Before Me
In The Fire
I Am Carrying The Torch Now
With Love, I'll Light The Way
From Where You Stand.
Over The Mountains From Far, Far Away
Came A Voice On The Wings
Of A Bird So Brave Words To Carry Me
When Nothing Is Really Sure
There Will Come A Day
You Find Peace
A Thousand Years Pass And Even Then
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X - Closing
Well, that's it. Direct any feedback to the email at the top of the file.
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