This is a game script for Radiata Stories. Once upon a time, many years
ago I was writing a fic for this game and wanted to quote a scene. I was
super sad to discover that there wasn't one. (I was even more sad when I
had to play through the game to the scene I needed. XP) Figured I might
as well make one, since I was thinking about it and I love this game THAT
MUCH.
Due to the nature of this game's gameplay, this script is broken up into
four main script sections (before the split, the nonhuman path, the human
path, and the bonus dungeon) and two sections for the usually-optional
missions offered to the main character for extra money and to unlock new
characters to recruit.
Quick-jump codes to each section can be found in the index table above.
This is my first game script, so thanks in advance for any offers of
assistance in making it better, or any corrections.
Thanks also to Shara Lunison, who helped me type a fair chunk of this up,
and the Radiata Stories wikia and its staff, who gave me something to do
with all the additional stuff I typed up. Thanks, also, to the BradyGames
guide, which helped me get through this game multiple times without
missing anything.
[See a book which opens to a picture of a dragon. Scene of Cairn
fighting two-headed dragon.]
[scene of fireplace in house, pan around to see Adele standing in front
of bookcase]
ADELE: Well, Mom and Dad... It's almost time. Jack's ready at last.
[door opens, out walks Jack in his pjs, which are on backwards]
JACK: Hey, sis, where's breakfast?
ADELE: [glances at picture of father, gets really angry] Jack Russell!
JACK: What did I do?
ADELE: Today's the day we've been waiting for! Don't tell me you've
forgotten!
JACK: I haven't forgotten.
ADELE: You most certainly have. Why aren't you more excited?
[Jack scratches back side]
ADELE: Outside, now.
JACK: Aw, but I just got up!
ADELE: Do as you're told! [walks out of house]
JACK: Ah... [follows, looking downtrodden]
[scene of Jack and Adele practicing with wooden swords while neighbors
watch]
[opens on Adele holding out sword to Jack]
JACK: Hey, Dad's sword!
ADELE: Yes. Jack, this is your father's legendary sword, the Arbitrator.
Of course, you aren't ready to use it yet. But someday you will.
Someday, Jack, you'll become a great knight like your father...
You'll be a leader of men with this sword at your side. I know you
will.
JACK: Wow...
ADELE: But first, you have to pass the knight selection trials, right?
JACK: Hey, no worries, leave it to me! All I got to do is beat everyone
else, right?
ADELE: Listen, Jack. Not just anyone tries out for the knights These
people really know what they're doing. Don't be too cocky, or
they'll make you answer for it. You can't just wave your sword
around.
JACK: Can we save the fencing lessons for later? I got to head out or I'm
going to be late...
ADELE: Oh! Look at the time! Jack! What are you doing! Hurry up and get
going!
JACK: [grabs bag off table and runs to door] Adele, I'll pass those knight
trials for sure! And before long, I'll be an even greater knight than
Dad was! [leaves]
ADELE: Oh... He just has no idea how great his father was. No idea at all.
But, maybe that will be one of his strengths...
[series of scenes showing Jack making his way to Radiata Castle]
JACK: Radiata Castle. I've finally made it. Dad, are you watching? [walks
through gate]
[scene showing everyone waiting for the trials. Jack stands looking
over the list of who gets to fight when]
STAR: Sebastian.
SEBASTIAN: Sir?
STAR: How's the mustache?
SEBASTIAN: Very fine, sir.
[door opens and guard walks in]
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: Attention! The Royal Radiata Knights selection will now
begin. Candidates Star and Paul! You're up first. Proceed
to the coliseum immediately.
[Star is shown getting up and swaggering over to the door, pushing Paul
out of the way so he can go first]
JACK: So, let's see… I have to fight Ridley Silverlake, right? He's dead
meat…
[sounds of a bell and punches being thrown come from the coliseum. Paul
walks back in and Sebastian runs through the door to bring back an
unconscious Star]
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: Calling the next candidates, Ridley and Jack. Proceed to
the coliseum immediately.
JACK: All right, Ridley! Hope you're ready!
[a girl stands up from behind Jack and precedes him to the door]
JACK: What? No way! Ridley's a girl? Sheesh, I was looking forward to a
real fight… Man, I suck at holding back. [walks through the door,
looking dejected]
JUNZABURO: Welcome to the official Royal Radiata Knights selection trials.
I will be your referee for this contest. My name is Junzaburo.
The test you are about to face is a traditional Radiata Knights
elimination tournament. In other words, it is a completely
unbiased assessment of your abilities. You will earn points for
every hit, but should a knockout occur, the winner will be
declared immediately. Understood? Let's begin. Combatants, take
your positions.
[Ridley and Jack face each other and approach]
JUNZABURO: Selection trials, round two! Ridley Silverlake vs. Jack Russell!
Begin!
[BATTLE, where-in Jack gets his bum whooped]
JUNZABURO: Winner!
[Jack holds himself up by his sword, vision gets fuzzy]
JACK: I…I'm going to beat you…
[Ridley walks out while Jack faints]
[back in waiting room, everyone's waiting to hear who's through, Jack
and Star lay on the floor, passed out, with Sebastian waving his
hands over their heads]
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: Contestants, it's time to announce the results. Everyone
to the coliseum!
[Everyone files through the door]
JACK: … …Huh? [jumps to his feet] Come and get it! …Mm? [looks around,
confused]
SEBASTIAN: They're announcing the results. You're supposed to go to the
coliseum.
JACK: Results…? But what about my fight!?
SEBASTIAN: Miss Ridley was the victor.
JACK: You mean… I lost? I lost the match?
SEBASTIAN: Yes. Miss Ridley beat you in the first round.
JACK: ..!
SEBASTIAN: It seems Miss Ridley has been training to become a knight from
a very young age. Even Lord Star was defeated. You should not
feel too bad.
JACK: [makes towards the door, head down] I can't believe I lost…
[Ganz and Larks join the group of contestants and Junzaburo as Jack
slowly makes his way to join the line]
LARKS: [leans over to whisper to Junzaburo] The tournament winner, Ridley
Silverlake, has passed the selection trials. And there will be one
more… Jack Russell.
JUNZABURO: What? But sir, the young boy does not yet possess the skills to
be a knight.
LARKS: Don't you recognize his name?
JUNZABURO: Russell? You mean… Cairn Russell!
LARKS: Yes, he is the son of Sir Cairn, former captain of the Blanc
Chevalier. This one may have a bright future.
JUNZABURO: But Lord Larks, are you sure it's wise to place him under the
command of Sir Ganz? I mean, Sir Ganz, he is the son of Sir
Gawain, as I'm sure you know.
LARKS: Cairn, Gawain, Jack, Ganz. I believe that their entwined fates could
make them a powerful combination. [pulls back] Junzaburo, carry on
please.
JUNZABURO: Ahem… Introducing Lord Larks, Prime Minister of Radiata and
Commander-in-Chief of the Radiata Knights. And Captain Ganz
Rothschild of the Rose Cochon brigade. New recruits will be
placed under his command. And now for the tournament results!
Dadadada…da dum! Ridley Silverlake!
JACK: Aw…
JUNZABURO: And there's one more…
JACK: Huh? Another one?
JUNZABURO: The keen eye of Lord Larks has identified a young hopeful with
a great deal of potential. Dadadada..da dum! Jack Russell!
JACK: No way! Why me? I lost the first round.
LARKS: Jack, as Junzaburo mentioned, you have been chosen not because of
what you can do for us now, but what you can do in the future.
Understand that you are now one of the knights of the kingdom. Bear
yourself accordingly and serve it well.
JACK: Sir!
GANZ: [runs over] I am Ganz Rothschild, captain of the Rose Cochon brigade.
Master Jack! Lady Ridley! We will hold the inauguration ceremony
immediately. But first, please go to your assigned room and change
into your new knight's attire. That will be all. I will see you both
at the ceremony.
[fade out]
[fade in on Jack being led through the castle by a steward who stops in
front of a wooden door]
STEWARD: This will be Master Jack's room.
[Jack walks forward and opens the door. Shots follow that show how dirty
the room is, followed by a pan of the whole room]
JACK: … [closes eyes and frowns, then pulls back from the room, closing
the door] I join the knights and I have to stay in this dump?
[door opens again and a man steps out]
MAN: Can I help you?
JACK: See? I knew there was some kind of mistake. This is your room, right?
MAN: Yep, it sure is.
STEWARD: This gentleman is Master Leonard. He will be your room leader.
JACK: Room leader…?
STEWARD: Oh. Is it that time already? Master Jack, you will find your
trainee knight's wear on your bunk. Once you have changed, please
proceed to the third floor meeting room. You are expected at the
Rose Cochon inauguration ceremony. Sir Ganz is ready to being. Do
not keep him waiting. I believe that will be all. Ah, yes. I
neglected to introduce myself… I am Al, the castle steward. If you
need help or are confused by anything at all, please do not
hesitate to come and ask me. If you will excuse me gentlemen.
[leaves]
JACK: Hey, wait up…
LEONARD: You're Jack, the new guy, huh? Nice to meet you.
JACK: Er, do we both stay in here?
LEONARD: That's your bed back there.
[shot of bed]
JACK: NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
[dramatic scene ends with Jack standing in the hallway and Leonard
staring at him from the doorway of the room]
LEONARD: When you're done with the death wails, come in and get changed.
JACK: Fine. [walks in dejectedly]
[scene change to after Jack's changed]
LEONARD: Well, who looks like a little lord now?
JACK: Geeze, do the royal knights really fight in this getup?
LEONARD: Haha… When you make captain, you can wear what you like. Until
then, you stick with regulation.
JACK: You know pops, that doesn't exactly make me feel any better.
LEONARD: You're going to have to learn to treat your elders with more
respect.
[Jack smiles]
LEONARD: And who are you calling pops? I'm only twenty-one, okay!?
[Jack holds a hand to his forehead and shakes his head, smiling]
[close-up on the flag on top of the bed]
JACK: What is that…?
[zoom in on flag on top bunk]
[Save flags
You can save your game
at save flags.
Red flags show your home.
Blue flags are found in streets
and villages, but disappear as
the story progresses.]
[By pressing R1, you can find the
current save flag on the map.
If the save flag is on a bed, you can
sleep at the save flag point.]
JACK: Hmm…
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[knock on the door of the meeting room]
GANZ: Come in.
[Jack walks in]
GANZ: Well. They do say clothes make the man. Haha! You look like quite
the little lord! Now, Master Jack. Please take that seat right over
there.
[Jack makes to sit, realized the chair is next to Ridley, then moves
around and takes the other seat next to Ganz]
JACK: ...
GANZ: What's this? Do I sense some bad blood between you? That will not
do. Teamwork! Teamwork is the key to the success of the Radiata
Knights!
JACK: She's trained to be a knight since she was a kid. It's not fair. I
had no chance!
GANZ: Now, now, Master Jack. You'll have many opportunities to hone your
skills.
JACK: You bet I will. I'm going to be better than her in no time!
GANZ: Well, then. Shall we begin the ceremony? Er… On this, the most
auspicious of days… We are all thrilled to be her for the inauguration
of the Rose Cochon brigade. Although I think I'm the most thrilled
of all. This is, without a doubt, the best day of my life! If this is
a dream, I hope I never wake up. Of course, it isn't a dream, but I'm
so overwhelmed… I can't believe this is really happening. This…this
isn't a dream, is it? Master Jack, would you give me a little pinch,
right here?
[Jack gets up, frowns at Ridley, walks over and pinches Ganz really
hard]
GANZ: Ow!
JACK: [still glaring at Ridley] I'm going to beat you so bad!
GANZ: Okay, it's not a dream! So now we can get down to business… M-Master
Jack! Thank you, that's enough! Please let go, Jack… M-Master Jack?
Please… stop pinching me!
JACK: [looks startled and lets go] Ah! Sorry.
GANZ: Now, to business. I hereby announce the inauguration of the Ganz
Rothschild Rose Cochon Knight Brigade!
JACK: Hey, Captain. I have a question.
GANZ: Er, yes, what is it?
JACK: So, what does Rose Cochon mean?
GANZ: What does it mean? Well, how shall I put it…? I expresses the pride
of the knights and our unswerving devotion to the kingdom.
JACK: How, exactly?
GANZ: Well, "Rose" is like pride, and the "Cochon" is the loyalty-to-
country bit.
JACK: Really?
GANZ: No. But I really, really, really like to believe that that is the
case.
JACK: Right…
GANZ: I have wonderful new. Lord Larks has given the Rose Cochon brigade a
very important mission!
JACK: Which is?
GANZ: We must protect a dwarf! We will escort a dwarf carrying metal goods
and weapons for trade… It will be our mission to see both dwarf and
cargo brought safely to Radiata. It's a real honor that the brand-new
Rose Cochon has been given such a super important assignment.
JACK: Super important, huh?
GANZ: If we do well on this mission, I think we can expect to see the Rose
Cochon's stock rise considerably. We are on the fast track to fame!
Right. We leave first thing tomorrow morning. The journey will be a
long one. Please make sure that you're prepared.
[scene starts to fade to black, then suddenly comes back into focus]
GANZ: Er, Master Jack…
JACK: Yeah?
GANZ: Would you come with me after this meeting, please?
JACK: Come with you? Where are you going?
GANZ: I think you will find it most instructive.
[fade out, fade back in on Ganz teaching you how to fight.]
[If this is your first time playing, the scene goes something like
this:]
GANZ: Now, let's begin. First, the basics of battle. As a new knight,
you'll need to learn the fundamentals as soon as possible.
JACK: Yes, sir!
GANZ: Where shall we begin...?
[What do you want to learn about?
How to attack
How to defend
Following commands
Using items
Status ailments
Quit]
[How to attack:]
GANZ: So you want to learn how to attack... Right! [points with sword and
a training dummy appears]
[Yellow circle appears on the ground around the training dummy and Jack
gets into a ready position.]
GANZ: You attack with the (circle) button. The circular mark on the ground
indicates your target. By pressing the (circle) button you will run to
the target and strike it. Now, why don't you try attacking this
fencing dummy?
[PLAYER CONTROL - attack the dummy to move on. The dummy will move
around, so you may have to chase it. If you attack Ganz instead:]
GANZ: Ow-ow-ow! What are you doing!? Please attack the other dummy!
[Return to places and start over]
[After about five hits on the dummy:]
GANZ: Very good. Excellent form. When you turn, the target mark also
automatically shifts position. If you don't want the target to move,
use the R1 button to lock it in place. As you fight more battles, you
will learn new techniques.
[Jack and the dummy return to their starting positions. Jack relaxes.]
GANZ: Moving along... Let's discuss the volty blow, which is activated with
the (square) button. The volty blow can deliver a lot of damage, when
it connects... But you will need at least ten volty points in your
gauge to use it.
JACK: What's a volty gauge?
[Volty gauge appears on screen, flashing. If you have less than 10 volty
points, it brings the number up to ten.]
GANZ: It's the yellow gauge in the top left of your screen. You gain volty
points each time you strike a foe. Why don't you try a volty blow
against the target dummy.
JACK: Yes, sir! The (square) button, right?
[PLAYER CONTROL - hit the dummy with a volty blast to move on. The dummy
will move around, so you may have to chase it. You can't use an
attack, but if you hit GANZ:]
GANZ: Ow-ow-ow! Master Jack, don't hit me!
[Return to places and start over.]
[After hitting the dummy:]
GANZ: Excellent! You're a fast learner!
[Jack and dummy back to starting positions. Jack relaxes.]
GANZ: You're not ready to use it yet, but there's also the powerful volty
blast. When the volty gauge is at maximum, press the (square) and (X)
buttons together. This volty blast is a very powerful attack. Remember
it for the future! That's everything I can tell you about attacking.
[Training dummy disappears, menu returns.]
[How to defend:]
GANZ: So you want to learn how to defend... To survive the tough battles,
you need to know how to defend yourself. By parrying attacks, you can
reduce the amount of damage you take. I will now attack you. Press the
(X) button to parry my blow. Here I come!
[PLAYER CONTROL - press (X) as Ganz approaches to parry. If you don't
press (X) in time:]
GANZ: No, no, no. Remember, you need to press the (X) button. Let's try
again.
[Return to places and start over.]
[Upon parrying:]
GANZ: That's right. Well done. Oh, yes... Remember that a parry only
protects you from attacks from the front.
[Return to starting position.]
GANZ: Now let's learn something a little more difficult. An attack that
immediately follows a parry is called a counterblow.
JACK: Kind of like returning a favor, huh?
GANZ: After making the parry, you quickly press the (circle) or (square)
button. If you do it right, a glowing light shows that you are immune
to attack. Right. I will attack. I want you to parry and then launch
a counterblow. Here I come!
[PLAYER CONTROL - press (X) and then (circle) or (square) quickly after
when Ganz approaches. If you mess up:]
GANZ: Hmm... No, that wasn't right. After making the parry, quickly press
the (circle) or (square) button. Here I come!
[Return to places and start over.]
[Upon delivering your counterblow:]
GANZ: Well done, Jack! This counterblow is an important technique. Keep
practicing it...
[Return to starting positions and relax]
GANZ: Now I should teach you the backstep. If you rapidly tap the (X)
button twice, you will spring backward. This lets you avoid the foe's
attack. Use it as the situation demands.
JACK: Roger that, Captain!
[Menu returns.]
[Following commands:]
GANZ: Following commands, right? Well fighting is all about teamwork. The
leader of the Rose Cochon is me, of course. It is important that you
follow my commands during a battle.
JACK: You can trust me, sir!
GANZ: First, the attack command. If I say... "Attack that enemy!" [with
vocals] You should attack the foe indicated by the blue targeting
cursor.
JACK: Er, okay...
GANZ: It's easier than it sounds. Right! [points sword and a new training
dummy appears] Right! [another sword point, another dummy] Now, I want
you to attack the fencing dummy that I indicate.
[PLAYER CONTROL - Ganz will eventually call for you to attack and a blue
circle will surround one of the dummies. If you attack before Ganz
gives you a command:]
GANZ: Master Jack! Don't attack until the cursor appears!
[Return to places and start over.]
[If you attack the wrong enemy:]
GANZ: No, no, that's not right. Let's try it again. Attack the foe
indicated by the blue targeting cursor.
[Return to places and start over.]
[Upon attacking the enemy surrounded in the blue circle:]
GANZ: Okay, good. Do the same in a real fight and you'll be fine.
[Everyone returns to starting position]
GANZ: There are also orders for support. If I say... "We need assistance
over there!" [with vocals] Then you provide support to the ally
indicated by the blue cursor.
JACK: Support...?
GANZ: It's not that difficult, Jack. You just need to attack any foe that
is attacking that party member.
JACK: Hey, I can handle that!
GANZ: The cursor is the same for the attack order, so don't mix them up.
That's it for the lesson about commands.
[Dummies vanish, menu reappears.]
[Using items:]
GANZ: Using items, right? Well, there are two ways to use items during a
fight. One method is to access the Item List on the Menu Screen. You
use the (triangle) button to bring up the Menu Screen, by the way. Or
you can open the Quick Menu by pressing the L1 button. Right, let's
try it out, shall we? Here...
[Ganz gave you Herb Extract!]
JACK: What's this?
GANZ: Herb extract... It restores some of your lost HP. Now, use the item.
Choose whichever method you prefer.
JACK: Er, go to the Menu Screen or press the L1 button, right? Okay...
[PLAYER CONTROL - All you can do is go into one of the two item menus
and select the Herb Extract. In the Main Menu, you have the option of
discarding the Herb Extract. If you do that:]
GANZ: Why did you throw it away!? I just gave it to you!
JACK: S-Sorry, Captain.
GANZ: Oh well. Here's another one. Now please don't throw this one away.
JACK: Yes, sir!
[Ganz gave you Herb Extract]
JACK: Er, I go to the Menu Screen or press the L1 button, right? Okay...
[Upon using it, either on yourself or GANZ:]
GANZ: Good, good, well done.
[Return to position if moved.]
GANZ: You have a limited number of items, so think carefully when using
them. Herb extract is a recovery item, so you use it on yourself...
But attack items need to be thrown at enemies. Get close and aim
carefully.
JACK: Got it, Captain!
GANZ: Ah, yes. When things become dangerous and you want to run away...
You'll need to use an item known as a flee ball. It doesn't always
work, but... They aren't expensive. Be sure to stock up before leaving
on a journey.
JACK: Yes, sir!
[Menu returns.]
[Status ailments:]
GANZ: You want to learn about status ailments, do you? In a fight, you may
be struck by one kind of affliction or another. I'll describe them in
order. Er, first we have... [raises sword as if to attack, then is
turned into a statue] ...Petrify. If you are petrified, you will be
unable to move. [petrification dissipates, little pink and purple
gorillas start circling his head] Confuse causes you to move at random
and even attack your own allies. [Confuse drops, a fire starts on his
behind. He'll jump up and flail while on fire, HP decreasing.] OW,
that's HOT! Er, Blaze will keep reducing your HP. [The fire goes out
and bubbles then appear around his head, green smog following.] It's
not as bad as Blaze, but Poison will also steadily reduce your HP.
[Smog vanishes, streak of light next to his eyes, then he's surrounded
by a purple aura.] Paralyze makes you move...very...slowly. [Aura
vanishes, skulls appear around him.] When you are under the influence
of a Curse, you cannot attack. [Skulls soar away, blur image appears
in front of eyes.] Blind affects your vision. Your Evasion and Luck
levels fall to zero. [Blur falls apart, ice covers him.]
Like Petrify, Freeze prevents you from moving. [Ice falls away, turns
faintly golden and is stuck.] Bind also immobilizes you, but you can
still issue commands for help. [Bind vanishes and Ganz relaxes.]
JACK: Wow, there's a lot, huh?
GANZ: Certain items can cure ailments, but there are other methods, too.
For example, when you are frozen or bound...
JACK: Yeah...?
GANZ: You have to kind of...flounder around.
JACK: Flounder?
GANZ: I'm telling you, it works. It's helped me on more than one occasion.
Floundering is also good when small creatures get their teeth into
you.
JACK: Are you serious?
GANZ: If you don't believe me, try it and see for yourself.
JACK: Huh!?
GANZ: Here we go! [points sword at Jack and affects him with Bind] Right,
now start floundering and wriggling.
[Wiggle the left joystick around or mash buttons until you come unstuck]
JACK: Hey, it works!
GANZ: Of course it does! It's a lot to take in, but you'll pick it up as
you fight in more battles. Just remember to be careful of foes that
have special attacks.
JACK: I guess I've got it...maybe.
[Return of the Menu]
[Quit:]
[If you pick Quit – or hit the (circle) button – before you finish all
the lessons, Ganz says:]
GANZ: I haven't shown you everything yet. Are you sure you want to quit? If
you don't learn this now, you won't get another chance.
[You want to quit?
Yeah, for sure!
Er, wait a sec...]
[Option 2 takes you back to the lesson menu, option 1 is below.]
[If you pick Quit – or hit the (circle) button – after you finish all
the lessons, Ganz says:]
GANZ: Have you mastered the basics? Do you want to repeat any of the
lessons?
[You want to quit?
Yeah, for sure!
Er, wait a sec...]
[Option 2 takes you back to the lesson menu, option 1 gives you:]
JACK: I'm fine, I said. I'll figure it out.
GANZ: Oh, very well... If you're quite sure, I suppose it's all right.
Tomorrow is the all-important first mission–try to get lots of rest.
Until tomorrow!
[scene fades out]
[If this a 'Strong from Start' playthough, the scene goes something like
this:]
GANZ: Right, shall we begin? First...let's look at how to attack.
JACK: I know that.
GANZ: Eh? O-Okay then... On to defense, then.
JACK: I know that too.
GANZ: You know all the fighting basics?
JACK: Oh, yeah. I've known them for ages.
GANZ: Well, well. It seems you have a promising future. Good. I will see
you tomorrow!
JACK: Yes, sir!
[When done, scene fades out and reopens in front of the castle the next
morning, where Jasne is pacing]
GANZ: Lord Jasne! You are up very early, sir. Is everything all right?
JASNE: Ah, here you are, finally… I mean… What a fine morning, don't you
think?
GANZ: Yes, yes it is. Lord Jasne, today is the first mission for the Rose
Cochon brigade.
JASNE: Well, you be careful out there.
GANZ: Sir! [bows]
[Ridley firmly looks away from Jasne]
GANZ: Master Jack. This is Jasne Colton, Lord Chamberlain of Radiata.
JACK: Really?
GANZ: "Really"!? Jack, your manners! Bow to his lordship!
JACK: But what about Ridley…?
GANZ: Jack, don't be a fool! Ridley doesn't have to bow!
JACK: What's this? Playing favorites all of a sudden?
GANZ: Fool! [smacks Jack]
JACK: Ow!
GANZ: Lady Ridley is his lordship's daughter.
JACK: Huh? But, Ridley's last name is Silverlake, right?
GANZ: Lord Jasne was accepted in the noble Silverlake family. Their family
crest is the Great Eagle of the North. Only those related by blood may
bear the august Silverlake name.
JACK: Oh, well! I guess we know which donkey is pulling the cart in that
family. Yep. And where the donkey leads, the ass has to follow.
GANZ: Well said, young Jack. You have a sharp eye. You don't miss a lot,
do you?
JACK: Aw, you're just saying that.
GANZ: No, no, Jack, don't be so self-effacing. A good knight must have
wisdom as well as strength.
JACK: Captain, cut it out! You're embarrassing me.
GANZ: You're more sensitive than I gave you credit for…
JASNE: Are you saying I'm an ass?
GANZ: [smashes Jack on the head and bows a lot] My apologies, sir! He's
completely new, sir. He hasn't learned a thing yet.
JASNE: Well, you'd better started teaching him, hadn't you?
GANZ: Yes, sir! Just leave it to me, my lord! I'll whip him into shape!
JASNE: And another thing, Ganz. If anything happens to my Ridley…
GANZ: Sir?
[Ridley gives her father a dirty look]
JASNE: Uh, well… Never mind. She is a knight now, I suppose. I can't
protect her forever. But you watch her, Ganz. [walks into castle]
[Ganz motions for Jack to bow and once Jack does, bows himself]
RIDLEY: Can we go?
[party walks through town and Jack stops when he can see the gate]
JACK: Someone's there.
GANZ: Yes, that must be young Master Clive, from the Olacion Order.
JACK: Olacion Order?
GANZ: The priest guild. Guilds are organizations that provide a variety of
services for the regular townspeople. In the town, we have four
guilds: the warrior guild, the priest guild, the mage guild, and the
bandit guild. Depending on the assignment, we knights sometimes ask
guild members to join us on our missions. "Open government and knights
that work with the people." Lord Larks has some very progressive
ideas.
JACK: That so?
GANZ: At the same time, it allows him to keep an eye on the guilds and
maintain the balance of power. If one guild grew more powerful than
the others, there would be all sorts of trouble.
JACK: Yeah, I guess there would…
[party walks forward to meet with Clive]
CLIVE: Howdy.
GANZ: Master Clive?
CLIVE: Clive, that's me.
GANZ: We are delighted to meet you. [bows]
CLIVE: Ah just joined Olacion. Ah'm real new, you know? Ah can't do nothing
yet. Nice to meet you.
GANZ: You can't do nothing? Nothing at all?
CLIVE: Nope, not a thing. Ah can eat and sleep, is all.
GANZ: Erm, yes. Well, you seem to be very… level-headed.
[gate opens]
GANZ: Right then. Everybody, let's move out!
[everyone starts to follow, Ridley hanging back]
RIDLEY: Oh, brother. What sort of messed up brigade did I join?
[scene cuts to inside the castle where Jasne is talking to a female
guard]
JASNE: So no matter what happens, don't let them see you, is that clear?
NATALIE: Yes, sir. But Lord Jasne…
JASNE: Hush! It's Larks.
[Jasne and Natalie separate as Larks approaches]
LARKS: Lord Jasne. What are you doing?
JASNE: Oh, n-nothing, nothing. Just silly gossip. Thank you Natalie, that
will be all. [pats her back, then walks away]
LARKS: [watches Jasne go, then turns back to Natalie] Natalie, is there a
problem?
NATALIE: No, sir, we were just talking.
[Larks looks her over and there's a shot of her]
LARKS: He wasn't…bothering you, was he?
NATALIE: Huh? Oh, no, not at all.
LARKS: I see. Good. As long as it wasn't that.
[Larks walks past Natalie, she bows, then runs off once she's sure he
won't notice]
[scene cuts to in front of the gate, where party has stopped]
GANZ: Now then, here are the details of our mission.
JACK: All right! We finally get to do some knight stuff!
RIDLEY: Don't get too excited. You're still just a rookie.
JACK: Hey, we joined at the same time.
RIDLEY: I've been training as a knight for years. I wasn't let in out of
pity like some of us were.
JACK: Say what?
CLIVE: They're like two weasels in a whipple pot.
GANZ: Er, yes. Now, about the mission. First, we must journey to the
village in Earth Valley. We humans and the dwarves are trading
partners. The dwarves are our allies, as it were. Their home in Earth
Valley lies southwest of here. To reach the dwarf lands, we must
travel south. The journey there should present no difficulties. The
problem is the return journey. There may be goblins and orcs looking
to steal our cargo.
RIDLEY: We might have to fight orcs?
GANZ: It's not out of the question.
JACK: Are orcs really strong?
CLIVE: Orcs are about the most violent critters around. They can take down
a smilodon with one blow.
JACK: Really? With one blow?
CLIVE: You scared?
JACK: Yeah, a little I guess… But it sounds way cool, too!
[Ganz gapes]
RIDLEY: It sounds "cool"?
JACK: Well, come on. It'd be a drag if nothing happened at all!
RIDLEY: Captain. Can't we leave him behind or something?
GANZ: Master Jack. Please don't do anything that will invite trouble.
JACK: Yeah, yeah, I know.
RIDLEY: [holds hand to head] Does he have any clue at all?
[scene shows party starting off while Natalie and Leonard watch them
from behind the open gate, just out of sight]
LEONARD: Lady Natalie, what are we doing here?
NATALIE: Secret orders from Lord Jasne. Lady Ridley is his lordship's one
and only daughter. She means everything to him.
LEONARD: Then why'd he let her join the knights at all?
NATALIE: What could he do? Lady Ridley is a Silverlake. She has to uphold
the honor of the family name.
[Natalie and Leonard start after party, PLAYER CONTROL]
[Ridge above Earth Valley]
JACK: Far out! Dwarves live in a crazy place like this? It's like a theme
park! This is going to be fun!
RIDLEY: This idiot really thinks we're on some kind of picnic.
CLIVE: Yup.
[everyone starts walking past the over-excited Jack]
RIDLEY: See ya.
[Jack hurries to follow, PLAYER CONTROL]
[At gate to Earth Valley]
JACK: Open up!
DONOVITCH: [appears at top of gate] No.
JACK: Huh? Why not?
GANZ: Master Jack, there are certain formalities that we must observe.
[steps forward] We are the Rose Cochon brigade, here to escort the
trade goods in place of the Violet Chevre.
DONOVITCH: Oh, right. You're the guards for the wagon. All right, come in.
[Gate opens, everyone walks in, shot of Earth Valley, PLAYER CONTROL]
[Knock on door to gold building]
GONOVITCH: Come in! I'm on the second floor.
[walk in, PLAYER CONTROL until take stairs to second floor]
GONOVITCH: So you are here instead of the Violet Chevre.
GANZ: It is an honor to be of service.
GONOVITCH: Hm? Who are you?
GANZ: Ganz Rothschild at your service.
GONOVITCH: You aren't Gawain's kid, are you?
GANZ: You know my father?
GONOVITCH: There isn't a dwarf alive who doesn't know who your father was.
You know…
GANZ: Yes, yes, well. We can talk about my father some other time.
GONOVITCH: All right… Ah, yes, I have a very important favor to ask of you,
Ganz. [holds out letter] I want you to take this to your king.
It's a letter describing the new prices for our metal goods and
weapons.
GANZ: Did you say new prices?
GONOVITCH: We're getting less and less ore out of the mountain. The mine is
running dry. What's more, the water of Earth Valley is becoming
muddy and foul, and the earth is turning thin and barren. Nothing
will grow here anymore…
GANZ: That is terrible, sir.
GONOVITCH: Everybody is having a hard time. We have no choice but to raise
our prices, just a little.
GANZ: And hence the letter… I see. I will make sure that is delivered
safely. [steps forward to get letter]
GONOVITCH: Thank you, my friend. [hands letter over] It's going to take
some time to get the trade goods ready. While you're waiting,
relax and enjoy some of the valley's hospitality.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Once sufficient time has passed, no matter where Jack is, the following
occurs.]
GANZ: It seems that the goods are ready. Let's move to the top of the
cliff.
[party and cart appears at the spot where you stopped to view the city
on the way in]
GANZ: We are the Rose Cochon brigade. We are here to escort the trade goods
in place of the Violet Chevre.
DONOVITCH: Are the knights running out of recruits? Looks like their
standards are slipping…
JACK: Hey, come here and say that!
GANZ: Enough! Listen to me, Jack. Trust is something that must be earned, a
little bit at a time. The Violet Chevre completed many escort missions
and earned the trust they enjoy. We have no such record. We must work
hard, Master Jack, with diligence and sincerity, and win the same
respect for ourselves.
JACK: Okay.
DONOVITCH: The troops are idiots, to be sure, but the leader is wise
enough. You do your jobs now, do you hear? If we lose this cargo,
there will be hell to pay.
GANZ: Worry not, sir. We shan't relax our guard for a second!
[everyone moves into position, PLAYER CONTROL]
[scene of house by the side of the road, two goblins run out and stop in
the middle of the road]
AESOP: Yoohoo doodly-doodoo!
MONKI: Us goblin trio!
AESOP: Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
JACK: What the heck!?
RIDLEY: Captain! Goblins!
GANZ: Calm down, both of you!
[Clive turns around to look back at the cart]
GANZ: There are four of us and two of them. We have nothing to fear.
JACK: But Captain, there were three of them before, right?
GANZ: Huh?
CLIVE: Uh-huh. The third one's over here.
[the party turns to find Gob holding a cleaver to Donovitch's throat]
GOB: Cretins!
GANZ: Clive!
JACK: Yeah, Clive… Did you know he was there all along?
CLIVE: Yup. Ah was keeping a real close eye on him.
RIDLEY: Thanks for the warning, Clive.
MONKI: We winners, you losers!
AESOP: Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
RIDLEY: [pulls out axe] Captain! What should we do?
GANZ: I don't know! My mind's a blank! What should we do? [falls to the
ground pitifully]
RIDLEY: [puts axe away and sighs] According to the Radiata Knights charter,
we should prioritize saving the hostage and enter negotiations.
GANZ: Why yes, of course! Negotiations! Excellent work, Lady Ridley!
RIDLEY: Do you want to do the honors?
GANZ: Leave it to me! [walks towards Gob] Violence is never the answer. I'm
sure we can discuss this calmly and come to an equitable solution.
Now, what are your demands?
GOB: You give us goat. We eat it.
GANZ: The goat! You mean you don't want the cargo? No! We cannot accede to
your demand. You can't eat the poor goat, not after he's worked so
hard for us. Besides, without him, how will we carry everything back
to the castle?
RIDLEY: Looks like the negotiations broke down… If those were negotiations,
that is.
GOB: Fine. I kill hairy guy.
GANZ: Argh, no! Please don't do anything rash!
GOB: We play game for goat. Categories!
GANZ: Game?
GOB: Next word starts with last letter of word before.
GANZ: Categories, is it? And if we win, we may proceed?
RIDLEY: Captain, this could be a trap.
GANZ: A trap it may be, but we have little choice.
GOB: Us first. Birds!
GANZ: Right!
GOB: Bluebird.
AESOP: Dove.
MONKI: E…E…E… Egg?
GANZ: That's not a bird! We win!
JACK: All right!
RIDLEY: They're idiots… Complete idiots.
GOB: Two out of three!
JACK: Hey, that wasn't the rule.
GOB: Then we kill woolly head.
GANZ: V-Very well. Best two out of three it is, then. If we win one more
time, you will allow us to pass unhindered.
GOB: We keep promises.
RIDLEY: You keep promises? You could have fooled me.
GOB: You say something?
RIDLEY: No.
GOB: Okay. Vegetables! Garlic.
AESOP: Cabbage.
MONKI: E…E…E… Egg?
[Gob drops his cleaver]
GANZ: Victory is ours!
JACK: What's their problem?
CLIVE: Why didn't he just say eggplant?
RIDLEY: Oh, who cares?
[Gob and Aesop beat up Monki]
JACK: Captain, now's our chance!
GANZ: [hurries forward] Right, everyone. Let's teach these goblins a
lesson!
[party hurries forward to engage, behind them, player can see Natalie
and Leonard. Leonard starts to stand, but Natalie stops him]
LEONARD: Aren't we going to help them?
NATALIE: They're just goblins. Let's see how they do.
LEONARD: But our orders…
NATALIE: I know, but I want to watch… I want to see how good Lady Ridley is
in a fight.
[BATTLE]
GOB: Urgh… That was a good fight.
JACK: You clowns are boring! I want to fight some orcs!
RIDLEY: What the heck are you blabbering about? I mean, seriously.
JACK: What's this? Is little Lady Ridley scared?
RIDLEY: Say what you want – if we do meet any orcs, you'll be sorry.
GANZ: Now, now, you two! We still have a mission to complete. If orcs
surprise us and we are unprepared, it really will be the end of us!
CLIVE: Ooh-ee, the captain's mad at you.
JACK: And whose fault is that!
[party and cart continue on, PLAYER CONTROL]
[party approaches gate into the city]
GANZ: Ah, at last. Radiata Castle.
DONOVITCH: Thank you, young friends.
GANZ: Mr. Donovitch, you will be quite safe now.
DONOVITCH: Is that so?
JACK: Aw, and I really wanted to have a fight with my orcs.
RIDLEY: What do you mean, "my orcs"? You'd be squashed into the ground
before you could get your sword out.
JACK: Hey, you never know till you try. Besides, the more tough fights I
get into, the better I'll get! Eventually my hidden superpowers will
be unleashed!
RIDLEY: You read too many comics, Idiot Boy.
[follow the rest of the party into the city, fade out, fade in at castle
gates where party is walking up]
GANZ: Brigade, halt!
JACK: Hey, Captain. Something's been bugging me all the way here…
GANZ: What's that?
JACK: Where's our parade?
GANZ: There isn't one.
JACK: But don't people gather on the main street, and throw big parades for
returning knights? [claps his hands together] They do stuff like that,
right?
GANZ: That only happens when the most famous brigades return from
especially important missions.
JACK: That's kind of lame…
RIDLEY: Dream your peasant fantasies all you want. But if I were you, I
wouldn't expect to be joining any parades in this lifetime.
JACK: I'm going to win so many battles, I'll be more famous than you ever
will!
DONOVITCH: [approaches Ganz] Well done, young man. Thank you for seeing me
safely here.
GANZ: Sir!
DONOVITCH: When those gormless goblins attacked, I didn't know what was
going to happen.
GANZ: I'm so sorry we allowed you to fall into such danger. Please accept
my apologies.
DONOVITCH: Well, I did want to see how the son of Gawain could fight.
GANZ: Huh? Mr. Donovitch, are you saying that you knew my father?
DONOVITCH: Of course. I know all about Gawain, and all about you, too.
GANZ: About me?
DONOVITCH: I suppose you don't remember. Well, you were only about yay high
at the time. Anyway, it's good to see that little Ganz has grown
up into such a fine young man. You've still got things to learn,
but it seems that you have the heart of your father in you. You
will always be welcome in Earth Valley. Come and visit any time.
You can bring your friends, too. Till next time. [walks off with
cart]
JACK: There he goes.
GANZ: Yes.
RIDLEY: Captain, we should be going, too.
GANZ: Of course. [walks over to a guard] Captain Ganz Rothschild and the
Rose Cochon back from assignment.
Gate Guard: Welcome back, sir.
[party walks through gate]
JACK: So, what do we do now that we've finished the mission?
GANZ: The mission is not over yet, Master Jack. We must go immediately to
our Commander-in-Chief, Lord Larks, and submit our report.
JACK: Okay. the trip's not over till we get home and unpack the basket,
right?
RIDLEY: He really does think this is a picnic…
CLIVE: Yup.
[PLAYER CONTROL - all you can really do is go up to the fourth floor]
GANZ: Captain Ganz Rothschild and the Rose Cochon brigade reporting, sir!
LARKS: Come in, please.
[everyone walks in, Larks is behind his desk]
LARKS: I'm glad you've returned safely.
GANZ: Thank you, sir. Thank you very much, sir.
LARKS: How was your first mission?
GANZ: We had some excitement on the way back. We were ambushed by a gang of
goblins. However, everyone performed their duty and we escaped without
incident.
LARKS: Very good, Ganz. I imagine you are all very tired from your journey.
You can tell me the rest in your written report.
GANZ: Yes, sir. Ah, yes, there was also this… [steps forward and hands over
letter] Mr. Gonovitch, the elder of the dwarf village, asked that this
letter be delivered to His Majesty.
LARKS: Very well. You may leave it with me. [sets letter on his desk] Thank
you. That will be all for today. You are all dismissed. Sleep well.
Getting sufficient rest between assignments is one of your most
important duties.
GANZ: Sir! [bows]
[scene changes to party in the hallway]
GANZ: As Lord Larks said, it is very important that knights rest in
preparation for their next mission. Jack, be sure to get a good
night's sleep. Don't go wandering around the castle all night.
JACK: Hey, why are you just telling me?
GANZ: Well, Lady Ridley is quite used to the castle already. And Master
Clive is returning to the priest guild, of course.
CLIVE: Thanks for bringing me along.
GANZ: Not at all. We must thank you.
CLIVE: But now that ah think about it, ah reckon ah weren't much use to you
all. Most of the time ah just said, "yup."
GANZ: What? Nonsense! It was thanks to you that we were able to finish the
mission in such high spirits! Master Clive, I have rarely worked with
anyone who was more efficient. [starts waving Clive off] Your fee is
waiting for you back at Olacion. I hope we have the opportunity to
work together again very soon. That was close. I thought for a moment
he was going to realize how utterly ineffectual he was.
JACK: That Clive guy really was useless, huh? I just sort of assumed that
all the Olacion guys were like that.
GANZ: He is a nice enough fellow, but quite frankly, ability-wise he's the
bottom of the barrel.
JACK: That bad, huh?
RIDLEY: I'd have thought you'd notice during the fight with the goblins.
GANZ: You see, Olacion and the other guilds have less exacting entry
requirements than the knights. Although I have heard that there are
some Olacion priests who are more than a match for any Radiata Knight.
JACK: So they take anyone…
GANZ: It's been a long day. I think I'll return to my room and rest for a
while. Goodnight to you both. [turns and leaves]
RIDLEY: Bye. [turns and leaves]
JACK: Huh? "Bye"? That's it? Argh, she ticks me off! [stomps foot]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[opens on your room, with Al looking around for you while you stand
right in front of him]
AL: Master Jack! Are you here?
JACK: Yeah, hello. I'm right here.
AL: [looks surprised] An emergency summons has been issued for the Rose
Cochon. Please be at the meeting room in thirty minutes.
JACK: Emergency summons? Too cool! That sounds like real knight work! I'm
on my way!
AL: And do try not to get lost on the way, all right?
JACK: Al, you worry too much. How am I going to get lost inside the castle?
[apparently Jack managed to get lost. Opens on meeting room]
JACK: Argh! What were they thinking when they made this castle so blinking
huge? [dashes into the room] Good morning, Captain! Sorry about the
wait.
RIDLEY: Good grief. Would it kill you to be on time?
JACK: What was that?
GANZ: Now, now, Jack. Take a seat, please.
JACK: Sir! [takes his seat]
GANZ: The Rose Cochon brigade has been given a new assignment.
JACK: We're going to fight orcs?
GANZ: No. We are to deliver a royal message to the light elves. This is a
very important assignment. It is part of the Nonhuman Friendship and
Trade Initiative… Lord Chamberlain Jasne has been working very hard on
this project. Much rests on the outcome of our mission. Failure is not
an option. This will be one blood-tingling, rip-roaring adventure.
RIDLEY: But the light elves hate humans. There's no race more suspicious of
us than them. Humans have never been allowed inside the City of
Flowers where the elves live.
GANZ: You are perfectly correct. That is why we will be bringing a
specialist with us.
RIDLEY: A specialist? Who?
GANZ: Master Genius of the Vareth Magic Institute. He's a brilliant young
man. He apparently became a professor there when he was only fifteen.
JACK: Okay. But where is he?
GANZ: We will meet Master Genius at our destination. He's there conducting
research. His home isn't far from the light elf village. We will leave
first thing tomorrow morning from Faucon Gate!
RIDLEY: [stands] Yes, sir.
JACK: [stands] Okay, sir!
[everyone makes towards the door, Ridley and Jack meet up before leaving
the room, glaring a bit]
RIDLEY: Try not to be late, 'kay?
JACK: You either, 'kay?
[both leave in a huff]
[opens at gate, where Ganz waits and Ridley is walking towards him. Jack
rushes by]
RIDLEY: !?
JACK: Hello, Captain! Good morning! I'm right on time!
GANZ: Morning, Jack. Nice to see you all fired up as usual.
JACK: Check it out, Ridley! I got here right on time!
RIDLEY: So? Don't make a big deal out of being normal.
JACK: Excuse me? I was here before you!
RIDLEY: What's your point? Was I late? I don't think so.
GANZ: All right, all right, you two. Are we ready? Let's get going, shall
we?
JACK: Sir!
[Jack and Ridley glance at each other, frown, then look away]
RIDLEY: Hmph!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon approaching Fort Helencia]
JACK: Wow! That is a serious pile of rocks.
GANZ: This is the famous Fort Helencia.
JACK: Famous, huh? I've never heard of it.
GANZ: Yes, very famous indeed. This castle was built over a hundred years
ago. It's one of the historical remains from the great human-elf war
of the last century. Radiata Knights are still garrisoned here today,
to keep watch over the movements of the elves.
JACK: No way. I've never heard any of that before.
RIDLEY: Ignorance is bliss, huh?
[party goes through first gate, across courtyard, stop before second
gates]
GANZ: We are the Rose Cochon brigade. We bear a royal message.
GARRISON SOLDIER: [salutes] Go ahead, sir.
[party goes through gate, in back courtyard we see Natalie and Leonard
hiding behind a bush]
NATALIE: Looks like they've made it without any problems.
LEONARD: Yes, Lady Natalie. But… How long do we have to keep this up?
NATALIE: Until Lord Jasne is assured of their safety.
LEONARD: But we have our own assignments… It doesn't make much sense,
knights guarding other knights.
NATALIE: There's no point complaining about it, Leonard. Orders are orders.
You know how it is… Fathers hate to see their little girls grow up
and strike off on their own. It's only natural.
LEONARD: Well, if you say so…
NATALIE: But seeing him dote on his daughter… I mean, the way he protects
her so… Don't you think he's wonderful? Ah… My sweet Lord Jasne.
LEONARD: What's so great about that old red-nose?
NATALIE: Hey! We're going to lose Lady Ridley! Come on, after them!
[follow by scooting the bush]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon approaching a person on the path who is drawing on the ground with
a stick]
GANZ: Greetings. We are the Rose Cochon brigade. Master Genius, I presume?
[ignore]
GANZ: Er, young sir, your name is Genius, is it not?
[ignore]
GANZ: Hello! Master Genius!
GENIUS: Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! I was on the verge of
finding the complete solution to the nonhuman biophilic element
resonance accumulation principle. Then you had to interrupt and
shatter my concentration.
GANZ: Ah, I see… Yes, well, I'm very sorry, I'm sure…
JACK: This guy is kind of weird.
RIDLEY: He isn't kind of weird, he's completely cuckoo.
GENIUS: Oh, never mind. So, you must be the Radiata Knights who want to
deliver the royal message.
GANZ: Right. I'm Captain Ganz Rothschild and these two are…
RIDLEY: Ridley Silverlake.
JACK: And I'm Jack Russell. Nice to meet you.
GENIUS: I am Genius Weissheit. I have only one request to make. Don't
interfere with my research, ever. There's a chance we can enter the
elf city, the City of Flowers. That is the only reason I have agreed
to offer my assistance. Well? Shall we?
GANZ: Shall we what?
GENIUS: I presume you want to leave immediately.
GANZ: Yes, of course.
GENIUS: Good. We can talk as we go along. You and I– the value of our time
is measured quite differently. I cannot allow my time to be wasted.
For every minute that I am not working, humankind's progress is set
back two weeks.
GANZ: Ah, is that right?
GENIUS: Yes, that is right. I'm a genius, you see.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[shot of water falling down a stone face which the party stands beneath]
GENIUS: The gateway to the City of Flowers.
JACK: What is? Where?
GENIUS: Are you blind? Here, in front of you! The crevice in this cliff.
JACK: That? You're joking right? That's the gateway?
GENIUS: Geniuses don't lie. What were you expecting the entrance to look
like, exactly?
JACK: Well, I mean it's the City of Flowers, right? I figured it'd be more
colorful or something.
GENIUS: Never mind. We're wasting time.
RIDLEY: I guess it being hidden like this is why no one's ever gotten in
before.
GENIUS: Yes, and if anyone does find the entrance, they have to deal with
them.
[party looks up to watch two light elves fly down]
SHIN: Halt!
FAN: You can't come in. Buzz off.
GENIUS: Listen, it's very important that you let us in.
SHIN: You again?
FAN: Persistent twerp. Do you want to get hurt?
SHIN: You make us mad, you're going to be sad.
JACK: [looking excited] Scary! Elves are way scary!
GANZ: Jack, please stop that. [steps forward] We have come bearing a very
important message from the kingdom of Radiata. Please, is there any
way that we might speak with your leader?
SHIN: Shut up. Go home.
FAN: If you're still here when we get back, you're dead.
JACK: Come on, Captain, let's go in anyway.
GENIUS: Stop, you fool! If we do that we'll never be able to deliver the
message. Believe me, they will kill you! Those two weren't joking,
you know.
JACK: Really? Wow, the elves are really scary.
GANZ: There's nothing we can do. We'll have to withdraw.
[party withdraws to Genius' house, where they met]
GENIUS: What a waste! How come we couldn't get in!?
GANZ: We'd hoped you'd help with that… In any case, we need to think hard
and come up with another way to get inside.
GENIUS: Think hard? Easy for you to say… Hmm… Wait! Of course!
GANZ: You have an idea?
GENIUS: We'll go to the dark elf village. They can act as mediators in the
negotiations.
GANZ: Mediators? But, they're elves too. Surely we'll just be driven away
again.
GENIUS: The dark elves are far less hostile than the light elves. I know
their leader, Lord Nogueira, quite well. I have asked him many times
to intercede and let me into the City of Flowers. He has always
refused. But this time, I have more than just a personal reason to
offer. A royal message cannot be dismissed lightly. It will be very
difficult for him to turn us down. And then, at last, I will be
inside the City of Flowers… [laughs]
JACK: Why is he laughing? He really is a weirdo.
RIDLEY: If we didn't have to work together, I wouldn't want to hang out
with the guy.
GENIUS: Right! Follow me, everyone! [hurries off down the path, only to
realize the others aren't following and had to go back] Why aren't
you following me?
JACK: Well, the captain hasn't moved.
RIDLEY: Knights have to wait for their captain's orders. We can't just run
off whenever we want.
GANZ: That's right. I am the captain. Only I can issue orders to the
brigade. Master Genius, please take us to the village of the dark
elves.
GENIUS: What is this? Are you giving me orders?
GANZ: No matter how much of a genius you may be, you are for the present
under my command. If that is unacceptable, then we must part ways.
GENIUS: Fine, fine. We want the same thing, I suppose. [turns away]
GANZ: Excellent. Now if you'd care to lead the way…
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[at the bridge back to the Cuatour Region]
JACK: Captain! You know, you were actually kind of cool back there.
GANZ: Well, Jack, being entrusted with a brigade is a serious
responsibility. A leader must be prepared to put his foot down for the
good of the troops. Enforcing rules is a most important duty.
JACK: Wow. Being a captain is tougher than I thought.
RIDLEY: I wouldn't worry about it. It'll be a sunny day in Fog Valley when
you make captain.
JACK: [scowls] …
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the forest]
JACK: Wow, there are leaves everywhere…
GANZ: It is beautiful, isn't it?
GENIUS: the dark elves live close to the land, in harmony with nature. They
work hard, play hard, and enjoy life to the fullest.
GANZ: Is that so? Well, that's a life to envy, don't you think?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon speaking to the dark elf standing by the door]
GENIUS: This is the entrance to the Forest Metropolis. I'll ask the
gatekeeper to let us in. [walks forward] Hello, Mikey.
MIKEY: Hey, Genius. Back to see the boss again, huh? You can ask all you
want, but they won't let you into the City of Flowers.
GENIUS: Don't be so sure. It'll be hard for Lord Nogueira to refuse me this
time.
MIKEY: Do you really think so? Well, good luck.
[party walks in, shot of the common area]
JACK: Cool, it's like the forts we used to build when I was a kid.
RIDLEY: Forts?
JACK: You didn't build forts?
RIDLEY: I didn't have time for children's games. I was too busy studying
fencing and etiquette… Things that would be useful in the future.
Things that would make me a better knight.
JACK: Okay… But it doesn't sound like you had much fun.
RIDLEY: [eyes widen, then looks away] What would you know about it?
[fades out, PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking up to the third floor]
GENIUS: Here.
[party enters Nogueira's room, Nogueira is sitting on chair ahead]
NOGUEIRA: Genius, how many times must I tell you? You will not be allowed
into the City of Flowers.
GENIUS: I am not here on my own behalf. These people with me have a
request. They're on a very important mission, you see. But, in order
to complete their mission, they must be able to visit the City of
Flowers. Will you at least hear them out, Lord Nogueira?
NOGUEIRA: Very well. But keep it short.
GENIUS: Thank you, my lord. Go on, tell him what you want.
GANZ: Ah, yes, right. It is a pleasure to meet you. My name is…
GENIUS: Never mind all that. Get to the point! The point!
GANZ: Yes, of course. The point. Well, the point…is this. [holds out an
envelope]
NOGUEIRA: What is that?
GANZ: It's a message from the Kingdom of Radiata to Lord Zane, elder of the
light elves.
NOGUEIRA: A human sends a letter to my brother?
GANZ: Your brother?
GENIUS: That's right. Lord Nogueira and Lord Zane are brothers.
GANZ: Ah, I see. That would explain why you look so much like a light elf.
GENIUS: Actually, Lord Nogueira IS a light elf.
NOGUEIRA: We aren't here to discuss me. Now, are you going to tell me what
this letter is about?
GANZ: Our country seeks peaceful co-existence and the opening of trade
routes for our mutual profit. We ardently hope to reach an agreement
that will enrich us all.
NOGUEIRA: Trade, is it? I can assure you that my brother will have none of
it.
GANZ: Does Lord Zane really despise humans so much?
NOGUEIRA: He has his reasons. There's a long history between elves and
humans.
[party looks disheartened]
NOGUEIRA: However, I shall send someone with a message.
[party perks up]
GANZ: Huh?
NOGUEIRA: I'm sure they will simply be chased away, but there may be a
chance. Humans are far too obsessed with wealth. There will never
be an end to these pleas for trade. Therefore, it is extremely
important that we get his reaction to these requests of yours.
[party bows]
GANZ: Thank you, your lordship.
[party all celebrates: Jack jumps around, Ridley makes motions of being
relieved, Ganz does the fist pump, Genius laughs quietly to himself]
GENIUS: Soon I'll be in the City of Flowers…
NOGUEIRA: It's a half day to the light elves and back. Wait in the main
hall until the messenger returns.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[scene of Hyann staggering in, Clarence is cleaning table, turns and
sees him]
CLARENCE: Hyann? What happened?
HYANN: [falls to floor] O-orcs... Red ones... Two of them.
CLARENCE: What!?
[Jack, Ganz and Ridley run over to see what's going on]
HYANN: The l-light elf... They got Hap...
NOGUEIRA: [walks over] Red orcs?
GANZ: Yes. He also said that they captured someone called Hap.
NOGUEIRA: My brother must have sent him in response to your request. If the
orcs were red, they must be blood orcs. They are dangerous beasts.
They live only for murder and bloodshed.
CLARENCE: We got to do something fast! If we don't, they're going to kill
Hap!
GANZ: We mustn't let that happen! Let's go, everyone!
RIDLEY: Captain! You aren't thinking of taking on blood orcs, are you?
GANZ: We cannot allow the captured light elf to be murdered!
JACK: All right, Captain! Now you're talking!
GANZ: [leaning down] Hyann. Where did this happen?
HYANN: It all happened in...in Wind Valley.
NOGUEIRA: I will take you there.
JACK: Yessir! We finally get to take on some orcs!
GENIUS: What? Do you have any idea how strong orcs can be?
JACK: Course I do! The tougher the opponent, the better I can show off my
skills!
GENIUS: Look...
RIDLEY: I wouldn't talk to him too much if I were you. Idiocy is
contagious.
GANZ: Come on, everyone! Let's move out!
[scene blacks out with everyone walking towards exit]
[scene opens to light elf on the ground, pans up to show party running
towards him, blood orc foot stomps into sight, pans up and around to
show orc]
BLOOD ORC: Gwaar!
GANZ: Uh-oh, it's roaring... It looks very angry.
RIDLEY: Captain, I don't know about this. Are you sure we can take it?
GENIUS: Yes, the girl's right. Let's go home, okay?
JACK: Far out! Way far out! Blood orcs look even tougher than I thought! If
I fight this guy and beat him, I'm going to be the best!
RIDLEY: How stupid can he get?
GANZ: But...he does not lack for courage. Perhaps he was born to be a
warrior...
GENIUS: Don't give him too much credit.
[scene pans back to where Natalie and Leonard are crouched, watching]
NATALIE: Strange...
LEONARD: What is?
NATALIE: Don't blood orcs usually live in the southern region?
LEONARD: Now that you mention it...
NATALIE: What's this one doing all the way up here?
[pan back to Hap and the blood orc standing over him]
BLOOD ORC: Grrr! Gwaaar!
[blood orc starts stomping towards party, shot of Natalie and Leonard]
NATALIE: This is bad! Leonard! We have to help them!
LEONARD: We sure do! [stands, then is promptly knocked out]
NATALIE: Leonard? What are you doing!? This is no time to nap!
[second blood orc comes into sight over Leonard]
NATALIE: Uh-oh! This is really bad...
BLOOD ORC: Gwar!
JACK: Okay! Check it out, here he comes! [pulls out sword] Come and get it,
big guy! You really think you're ready to face Jack Russell?
[FIRST BATTLE, last long enough and cut to scene]
JACK: Damn it... This guy is tough... Real tough.
[Ridley runs at orc while orc prepares fireball]
RIDLEY: Yaargh!
[orc hits Ridley full-on before she can swing her axe, knocking her
back. Jack gets horrified look on face]
RIDLEY: Ungh!
JACK: Ridley! [starts to run towards her]
GANZ: Lady Ridley! Jack! You must stay in formation!
JACK: But sir!
GANZ: Do you want us all to die!?
[Nogueira walks forward]
GANZ: Lord Nogueira, stay back! It's too dangerous!
NOGUEIRA: This is an elf problem. We will not allow ourselves to become
indebted to humans. [light forms at end of hand, which is held
out] All I need is time. Give me time and I will finish this orc.
[SECOND BATTLE, last long enough and cut to scene]
NOGUEIRA: Get back! [pulls back glowing hand and send spell into orc, who
falls over]
BLOOD ORC: Gwaaar!
GANZ: Is it...dead?
GENIUS: Extraordinary!
JACK: What about Ridley?
[Jack runs over to where Ridley lays]
RIDLEY: Urgh...
JACK: Ridley... Look at her face! She's as white as a sheet!
GANZ: Don't move her!
JACK: Captain, what should we do? Ridley's going to be okay, right?
GANZ: ... [looks away]
JACK: No! Come on, she's not going to die, is she?
GANZ: If we do nothing...then maybe.
JACK: Captain! Please! You've got to do something!
[shot pans to Genius, who is staring at the downed blood orc]
GENIUS: What was a blood orc doing way out here?
[scene changes to Natalie dragging Leonard away]
NATALIE: I don't believe this... This is bad... Really bad. We have to get
back...find Lord Jasne...tell him what happened.
[scene changes back to party, where Nogueira is bringing Hap over to
where Ridley is laying]
JACK: I should have been watching out for her.
CROSS: Ridley! [runs over a log bridge to join them]
GANZ: Lord Cross?
JACK: Who are you?
GANZ: Captain Cross of the Noire Mouton brigade.
CROSS: I was on a mission and I heard orcs, so I came as fast as I could.
NOGUEIRA: This young girl is in grave danger.
GANZ: ...
CROSS: Elves! What are you doing here? Leave us and go back to your lair.
[Nogueira sets Hap down next to Ridley]
CROSS: Damn you! Keep your hands off Ridley!
GANZ: Lord Cross! Lord Nogueira was the one who saved us.
JACK: Yeah, you stay out of this!
NOGUEIRA: I'm sorry, but with the girl in this state, I cannot help her...
JACK: No!
NOGUEIRA: However, there may be a way to save her.
JACK: ?!
NOGUEIRA: Whether it will work or not... I cannot say. But we have no other
choice. A transpiritation ritual is their only hope.
GENIUS: You'll perform a transpiritation? On a human?
GANZ: Transpiritation?
CROSS: I'm not going to trust you lot and your depraved rituals. Ridley
will be cured by human hands!
NOGUEIRA: Then I'm afraid the girl is doomed. She has only a few moments
before her heart stops beating.
CROSS: ...
JACK: Are you saying this trans-whatever ritual thingy can save Ridley?
NOGUEIRA: I am not sure. But, I do know that if we do nothing... Hap and
the girl will die. Now, what will you do?
[Jack turns to Ganz, they both nod]
GANZ: Lord Nogueira, we beg you. Please, save Lady Ridley.
CROSS: Damn you, Ganz. I'll report you for this.
JACK: You've got a big mouth! Why don't you shut it?
NOGUEIRA: Quiet, all of you. We will begin...
[scene of Nogueira holding hand over Hap and Ridley, lights coming out
from Hap and Ridley, everyone silently 'oh's and 'ah's a bit, the
lights join, return to Ridley, Hap disappears]
NOGUEIRA: ...
GANZ: Are you all right?!
NOGUEIRA: I'm fine. I'm just a little tired.
JACK: Look Captain! She's getting her color back!
NOGUEIRA: She is not out of danger yet. You must take her back to your
castle at once. This young girl needs to rest. I will return to
the City of Flowers. I must tell my brother Hap's body is no more.
[flies straight up and away]
GANZ: Let's hurry!
JACK: Yes, sir! [kneels to get Ridley]
CROSS: Wait. I'll carry her.
JACK: I don't need your help! I can carry Ridley just fine.
CROSS: I am Cross Ward, captain of the Noire Mouton brigade.
JACK: Yeah, so what?
CROSS: Ridley, she...she is my...
JACK: Who cares? Ridley and I are in the same brigade. It's written in the
Radiata Knights charter! "Knights of the same brigade are as family."
[Cross stands back, Jack gets Ridley on his back and hurries off-screen]
CROSS: Captain Ganz. I think your soldiers need to learn how to show
respect to their superiors.
GANZ: Yes, sir. My apologies, sir.
[Everyone exits]
[opens on castle entrance where Jasne paces, party enters]
JASNE: Ridley! [runs forward to meet party] What happened? Tell me what
happened! Why is my Ridley unconscious?
GANZ: [stands at attention] I'm very sorry, sir! There was a blood orc...
JASNE: [shakes Ganz] "I'm sorry"? You bring back my Ridley like this and
that's all you can say!?
CROSS: Lord Jasne, we should attend to Ridley first.
JASNE: Yes, of course. Cross! Take her to the infirmary.
[Cross and Jack stare at each other for moment, Cross takes Ridley and
runs into castle, Jasne following]
JACK: Ridley will be okay...right?
GANZ: Of course, Jack. She'll soon be on her feet. Master Genius, is
something wrong?
GENIUS: No...but, that Cross fellow– what was he doing in Wind Valley?
GANZ: He said he was on some sort of mission...
GENIUS: Well, it's got nothing to do with me. If you'll excuse me.
GANZ: Thank you for your assistance. [bows]
GENIUS: Though we didn't get into the City of Flowers, I did witness the
transpiritation ritual. That will be an enormous help to my
research.
GANZ: I see... Well, Lady Ridley was saved, and that's the most important
thing. Ah, yes. Master Genius, your payment should be waiting for you
at the Vareth Institute.
GENIUS: Very well, thank you. Gentlemen... [leaves]
GANZ: I'll go and give my report to Lord Larks. Jack, why don't you get
some rest?
JACK: Easy for you to say. How can I rest at a time like this?
GANZ: Well you must try anyway, Jack. I will see you later. [walks towards
castle]
JACK: Ridley...will you be okay?
[scene fades out, PLAYER CONTROL]
[when leaving room after a nap, Al hurries by]
JACK: Something wrong?
AL: In the basement! [turns and walks through door to left]
JACK: What's his problem?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into B2]
JACK: Huh? What's that?
REYNOS: You shut up! I'm a dungeon jailor, damn you!
AL: What in the world happened to him? Why is he like this?
JACK: I should check this out... [walks through door to cell area]
PATRICK: I got to tell you, it was a real handful getting him in there.
REYNOS: Screw you! Let me out of here!
JACK: What's up?
AL: Ah, Master Jack! It's terrible!
PATRICK: I don't know what happened, really. All of a sudden he went
bonkers and started beating on Putt.
AL: Exactly! No one even touched him, when suddenly...
REYNOS: I hate that snooty little nerd! You can never tell what he's
plotting!
PUTT: Ohh...
JACK: You should get him to the infirmary.
AL: Master Jack, you are surprisingly calm.
JACK: Hey, for high-flying knights like me, this is kid's stuff.
AL: I'm going to the infirmary. [walks over to help Putt out]
JACK: What caused this?
PATRICK: I'll be darned if I can figure it. I guess you'd have to ask him.
REYNOS: You all need to be taught a lesson! I'm not through with you yet!
Let me out of here!
JACK: What is wrong with this guy?
PATRICK: He was always a big yapper, but I ain't never seen him violent
like this before.
JACK: So why now?
PATRICK: Beats me.
REYNOS: [pounds on cell door, making it shake] Hey! Patrick! You oversized
cementhead! Let me out of here!
PATRICK: He used to be as meek as a mouse with me, always following me
around real quiet like. And you should see how strong he is now. We
barely got him into the cell.
REYNOS: I hope you're ready, 'cause I'm going to shut that big mouth of
yours for good!
PATRICK: We can't do anything with him. I just don't know what to do.
JACK: Hmm... [looks thoughtful]
DYNAS: You can stop worrying now. [walks over to the cells]
PATRICK: Sir Dynas!
JACK: Who's he?
PATRICK: Huh? You...you don't know Sir Dynas?
DYNAS: You must be Jack Russell. General Dynas of the Royal Radiata
Knights.
JACK: Wow! The general? So that means...
PATRICK: That's right. He's the big boss of all the knights.
DYNAS: Stand back please, Jack. [moves so he's standing across from the
cell] Patrick, open the cell.
PATRICK: But, sir...
REYNOS: Oh, goodie! So it's going to be the general, is it? I hope you're
ready, General!
PATRICK: He's really very dangerous, sir.
DYNAS: I know what I'm doing. Open the door.
PATRICK: Oh, yes, sir...
REYNOS: Hehehe! The big general's come out to play!
DYNAS: Patrick, unlock the door and get out of the way fast.
[Patrick nods, unlocks the door and gets out of the way quickly. Reynos
runs out and Dynas bops him atop the head hard enough to take him out]
JACK: Whoa!
PATRICK: Is...is he dead?
DYNAS: No, he's just been knocked out. We need him alive to conduct our
tests.
JACK: Tests? You mean, this isn't the first time someone's gone nuts like
this?
DYNAS: Ha, very astute, young man. Yes, this appears to be another case of
the plague. We've received numerous reports of people suddenly
turning violent. We're keeping a close eye on the situation.
PATRICK: The plague? You mean a disease caused this?
DYNAS: This does not leave the castle, do you understand? It might cause a
panic among the people. [leans down to grab Reynos] Goodbye. I'll be
seeing you again, Jack.
JACK: Sir! [salutes]
[Dynas nods, then leaves]
JACK: Whoa, he is way too cool. Except for the bald thing.
PATRICK: If he heard you say that, he'd knock your head off.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[while Jack is sleeping... open on Jasne pacing while Lucian watches]
LUCIAN: Lord Jasne, please try to stay calm.
JASNE: Stay calm? How do I stay calm!? My Ridley... My precious, precious
Ridley... Those filthy orcs! I won't let them get away with this!
I've been working my fingers to the bone, trying to encourage
friendship and trade with the nonhumans. And this is the thanks I
get! If it's not dwarves that it's orcs! The fairy creatures grow
more insolent by the day. All because I reached my hand out to them.
They need to be taught a lesson!
LUCIAN: I completely understand how you must feel. [bows] No one can
question the enormous contribution you have made to the building of
peace between the races. But that is why we should not let a moment
of passion undo all that you have done.
JASNE: Hmm... Fine, fine. We'll forget about the nonhumans for now. But...
I won't forget my Ridley was placed in such terrible danger! Natalie
was supposed to watch over them. She shouldn't have allowed this to
happen! But the responsibility ultimately lies with Ganz! That fat,
incompetent fool! [returns to pacing]
LUCIAN: ...Hmm. If I may make a suggestion, my lord. Perhaps Ridley should
be given her own brigade?
JASNE: Make Ridley a captain?
LUCIAN: Yes. Then you can assign only the best, most trustworthy knights to
her command. It would, I think, be far safer for her that continuing
to serve in the Rose Cochon brigade.
JASNE: Brilliant, Lucian, of course! A magnificent idea! But there is just
one thing missing from your plan...
LUCIAN: What's that, sir?
JASNE: It does nothing to make me feel better about what happened! What
about those infernal halfwits in the Rose Cochon? It was their fault
that my Ridley was hurt.
LUCIAN: Why do you have Captain Ganz and the young trainee discharged from
the knights?
JASNE: Really? You think so too? Of course, they wouldn't think to get away
with anything less. But wait. There's still a problem.
LUCIAN: And that is?
JASNE: Larks. He would never agree to it.
LUCIAN: Let me look into that. I'm sure there are a number of suitable
pretexts we can employ...
JASNE: ...?
LUCIAN: My lord...
[fades out on Lucian and Jasne putting their heads together to plot]
[opens on Larks' office]
LARKS: Lord Jasne. What are you saying?
JASNE: Forgive me, Lord Larks, but you are cruel to make me repeat this,
when it pains me so much to say it... Very well, once more then.
[turns to face Larks] The Rose Cochon brigade must be disbanded. I
want Ridley reassigned and made captain of a new brigade. As for
Captain Ganz and the trainee Jack–they are to be dismissed at once.
Is that clear enough?
LARKS: I'm sorry Ridley was hurt... But the knights are under my command.
By intervening, you are overstepping the bounds of your authority.
JASNE: Overstepping my authority!? I am the Lord Chamberlain! I have the
right to offer advice as I see fit!
LARKS: I have received Ganz's report. I can find no fault in his judgment.
With what crime would you charge them? They did all they could to
protect Ridley. Surely you realize that, Lord Jasne.
JASNE: Everything they could!? Is that supposed to be some kind of joke?
Not only did Ganz fail his duty, he put his entire command in grave
danger. I also understand that the young trainee, Jack, has been
insubordinate to his superiors. The two of them have besmirched the
honor, dignity, and trust of the glorious Radiata Knights. It grieves
me deeply, but we have no choice.
LARKS: If you were truly grieved, you would give them a chance to restore
that honor. To impose such a severe punishment for a single mistake
is unprecedented. Ganz is the son of Sir Gawain. Jack is the son of
Sir Cairn... Those men were two of our finest knights. We cannot
simply wipe out their names with a single gesture.
JASNE: Larks, I did not realize you were so old-fashioned. Knights cannot
ride on the coattails of their parents.
LARKS: I did not expect to hear that from you...
JASNE: Is there a problem?
LARKS: In any case, I refuse...
JASNE: You are aware, of course, that the dismissal of the knights in
question is mandated by the knight's charter.
LARKS: ...!
JASNE: No, who was it who wrote the charter? Can you help me out here, Larks?
LARKS: I did.
JASNE: Oh, of course, I am sorry! I'm afraid that my memory just isn't what
it used to be. So, Larks. Do you really intend to waive that punishment
that you yourself laid down in that document?
LARKS: Very well, Lord Jasne. I will see to it that the Rose Cochon brigade
is disbanded, as you have requested.
JASNE: Excellent. I'll let you draw up the orders. I'm sure you'll want to
inform the brigade yourself. [turns to leave]
LARKS: Of course.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[when either returning to your room between 10:00 and 16:00 or going to
sleep, door opens to admit a downtrodden Ganz]
JACK: Hey? Captain?
GANZ: Master Jack...
JACK: What's wrong? You look as if your dog died...
[Ganz holds up the orders from Larks]
JACK: ...
GANZ: "Members of the Rose Cochon: Due to several violations of the Royal
Radiata Knight Charter the brigade shall be disbanded, as of tomorrow
morning. By order of Salute Larks, Commander-in-Chief."
JACK: They're disbanding us?
GANZ: "In addition, due to the aforementioned violations, the persons named
below shall tomorrow morning be discharged from the Radiata Knights."
Those names are ours, Jack.
JACK: Discharged? You means fired? They're firing us!? But we didn't do
anything wrong!
GANZ: ...
JACK: We have to leave tomorrow morning, just like that? And their only
explanation is this crappy piece of paper!? We have to complain!
GANZ: No, Jack! Raising a fuss will only cause trouble for Lord Larks.
JACK: Who cares about him!?
GANZ: Lord Larks tried to protect us. He did everything he could to keep us
in the knights. But his hand was forced. He had no choice but to get rid
of us. Do you understand?
JACK: If you say so... ...
GANZ: I thought I would spend my whole life as a royal knight. I just never
imagined...that everything would end this way.
JACK: Oh, boy. Adele is going to be so mad when I get home...
[Ganz looks around, then hands a flyer to Jack, which he takes]
JACK: A Theater Vancoor recruitment flyer?
GANZ: Yes, Theater Vancoor is the warrior guild. I intend to join it. You
could join too, Jack.
JACK: Huh!? I don't know. It's kind of sudden...
GANZ: The decision is yours, of course. It's up to you. [gets up] I'm going
to leave the castle tonight. I don't want to linger and make everyone
feel uncomfortable. Goodbye. [heads out the door]
JACK: ... [looks at flyer] Hmm, this place looks really shady... [hangs head]
[fade out]
[fade in with Jack following Ganz down one of the streets in the city]
JACK: So I decided to come along... Go with the flow, that's what I say.
GANZ: [stops at a crossroad, looking nervous] Jack...
JACK: ..?
GANZ: I'd like a little pick-me-up.
JACK: You're going to have a drink?
GANZ: They'll probably have some kind of entry test... I'm a bit nervous.
JACK: You don't need a drink. Besides, I'm underage...
GANZ: Jack... I'm sorry. [bows in apology, then runs off]
JACK: Captain, wait up! [gives chase]
[Ganz runs towards the bar, the door flies open, making Ganz stop]
GANZ: Whoa!
[Jarvis steps out and sort of fall over, the bartender, Giske, following]
JARVIS: What do you think you're doing!? Do you know who I am!?
GISKE: I don't want to hear it, Jarvis! Don't come back until you've sobered
up, you hear?
JARVIS: [flails on the ground] Shove it!
[Giske turns and walks back into the bar, the door closes behind him,
Ganz approaches Jarvis]
JARVIS: Watch it, fatty.
JACK: [shoves Ganz out of the way] Hey! That's my captain you're talking to!
JARVIS: Ask me if I care, shrimp.
JACK: What'd you say?
GANZ: Jack, that's enough! We don't need any trouble.
JACK: Don't worry about me. I'll make sure I go easy on him.
JARVIS: [gets to his feet] Hey, kid, what was that? I'm going to chop you up
like liver!
JACK: Hey, I'm ready if you are!
[BATTLE]
JARVIS: You're lucky I had them beers... Or I'd... I'd kick your... *snore*
Zzz... [falls asleep in the street]
JACK: [relaxes] Just a bigmouth wino... Uh? Captain?
[Ganz is missing and the door to the pub is open, Jack goes in and the
door closes. PLAYER CONTROL]
[after speaking to Ganz, everyone in the pub, then Ganz again]
JACK: Captain! It's getting late, let's go already.
GANZ: Ah, yes, I suppose you're right. A new life awaits at Theater Vancoor!
[fade out, fade back in to see Jack and Ganz standing in front of Theater
Vancoor]
JACK: Well, here we are.
GANZ: We'll be fine, Jack! Let's just stay loose. [walks toward the doors
stiffly]
[they go inside and up to the counter]
JACK: [leans on the counter] Hey, there. We're here to enlist.
THANOS: [looks between them] And who are you?
GANZ: I am Captain Ganz Rothschild, formerly of the Rose Cochon brigade...
This is my former subordinate, Master Jack Russell. Today we retired
from the Royal Knights and came directly here to apply to your
organization.
THANOS: Yeah? Okay, tubs, you're on the third floor. The kid goes to the
second.
[Ganz and Jack stare at Thanos]
THANOS: Move it. You want to take the test, right?
JACK: Now?
THANOS: We don't have time for hoity-toity knight ceremonies here. Now get
your fingers out of your noses and hop to it.
GANZ: Y-Yes, sir! [runs off]
JACK: Gee, what happened to staying loose? [starts towards the stairs]
THANOS: Oh, yeah. Tubs will be with Gerald, our second-in-command. You get
Sergeant Caesar, squirt.
JACK: [frowns] What sort of outfit is this? [continues to stairs]
[PLAYER CONTROL - walk to the first door on your left and hit the circle
button]
[Jack makes to knock]
CAESAR: It's open.
JACK: Whoa! How did he know I was here? [walks in and sits in the chair
across from Caesar] Er, yeah. Hi...
CAESAR: You are an applicant. What is your name?
JACK: Oh...Jack Russell.
CAESAR: Very well, Jack. I would like to ask you a simple question. Why do
you wish to join Theater Vancoor?
JACK: Well, I got fired from the knights...
CAESAR: An unusually frank young man. Is he just a fool? Or is there more
to him?
JACK: Huh?
CAESAR: Next question. Imagine this situation... You have been sent on a
very dangerous mission, and you find yourself alone. The rest of your
party lies dead. What do you do?
JACK: What do I do? I'm not really sure I get your point, exactly...
CAESAR: ...
JACK: ...
CAESAR: That is the end of my test. Please proceed to Deputy Gerald's room
on the third floor.
[Jack gets up and heads for the door]
CAESAR: Jack.
JACK: [turns around] Yeah?
CAESAR: All men...must die.
JACK: Yeah, that's for sure...I guess. [turns back to the door] Gee, what
kind of test was that? [walks out]
CAESAR: He shows no tenacity of purpose, and exhibits no fear of death...
An intriguing young man.
[PLAYER CONTROL - go up to the third floor and press the circle button
at the first door on the left]
[Jack walks right into the room, only to find Gerald swinging a sword
down on him]
GERALD: Hiyaaa!
[Jack hurries to one side, out of the way of the swing, looking shocked]
JACK: [recovers] Hey! You trying to kill me?
GERALD: [smiles] You managed to dodge. [walks to one side of the room and
turns to face Jack again] All right. Let's continue!
JACK: ...?
GERALD: Aren't you taking the test?
JACK: Oh, yeah, right. [smiles] You swinging that sword at me kind of
knocked me off track.
GERALD: Minus three points.
JACK: What?
GERALD: You allowed yourself to become flustered. During that time, three of
your allies were slain. Therefore, minus three points.
JACK: Oh come on, no way.
GERALD: In war, there is no time for cowardice or incompetence.
[Jack frowns at him]
GERALD: Now, if you are ready, we will go to the training ground. Today you
get special treatment! If you can beat me in combat, you will pass
the test and be able to proceed.
JACK: You mean like a practical exam? All right, that's more like it!
GERALD: You'd better be sure you're ready. I won't be holding back!
[BATTLE]
GERALD: You didn't run away. I'm impressed.
JACK: Aw, man! I didn't even come close to winning!
GERALD: What did you expect, fool? I was a swordsman years before you were
born. Now, get on your feet! You have to go up to the fourth floor
and see the boss.
JACK: Huh?
GERALD: I like your guts, boy. You've passed. Now get moving.
JACK: Yessir!
[Jack starts towards the door and Gerald readies his sword for another
attack, Jack turns to face him, falling into a defensive crouch]
GERALD: Hmph, you're looking more like a soldier already. Thanks to me, of
course.
[Jack inclines his head, then turns and jogs to the door]
GERALD: It's been a while since we've had someone like him in the guild...
[PLAYER CONTROL - go up to the fourth floor and knock on the only door]
[Jack knocks, walks in and comes to a stop in front of the desk]
ELWEN: Gerald is quite a fighter, isn't he?
JACK: Oh, yeah. I've never fought anyone who was that good before. I'm
telling you, it was pretty wild.
ELWEN: You...you may be the one...
JACK: ...?
ELWEN: We can use you.
JACK: Excellent! You won't regret this! Wait till you see what I can do!
ELWEN: Do not misunderstand me, Jack. You are still very weak.
JACK: Huh?
ELWEN: You were defeated by Gerald, were you not?
JACK: Yeah, but I'll beat him soon! Sure he's better than me now, but just
you wait!
ELWEN: Impossible.
JACK: Say what?
ELWEN: You lack real strength, because you wield your sword only for
yourself. Remember this: only those who fight to protect another are
able to acquire true strength.
JACK: Fight to protect another, huh? Hmm...
ELWEN: This completes the tests. See Thanos at the first floor reception
and he will explain our procedures.
JACK: Sure... [turns and leaves]
[open on Jack coming down the stairs to the first floor, Thanos waves him
over]
THANOS: So you passed.
JACK: Easy peasy.
THANOS: That tubby guy you came with failed.
JACK: What? No way! The captain didn't make it?
THANOS: Nope.
JACK: Oh, man...
THANOS: [gets up] Anyway, I guess you need to know where you're staying.
Grab your stuff and follow me.
[Jack is led down the street to his new home under a bridge]
THANOS: This is it.
JACK: Where? Where is it?
[Thanos points down the stairs behind him]
JACK: ...? [runs down to see] Are you serious? This is it!?
THANOS: Tomorrow you'll be assigned to a unit. Be at the guild first thing
in the morning, and don't be late. [turns to leave] Later. [walks
off]
JACK: The benefits aren't what I'd thought they'd be. [walks down the
stairs] Speaking of which, I wonder where the captain is? [runs back up
the stairs and see Ganz on the bridge] Hey, Captain! [runs over to him]
GANZ: [hops off the edge] Ah, Master Jack! I was just resting here, enjoying
the evening breeze...
JACK: Captain... I...heard you didn't pass the test.
GANZ: [turns away] Ah...yes, that's right. I wasn't feeling my best, and,
you know... I suppose I shouldn't have had that drink beforehand.
JACK: I really thought we were going to be working together again...
GANZ: So, Master Jack...you passed...did you?
JACK: Yeah...
GANZ: I-Is that right? Wonderful! Well done, Master Jack! Excellent,
excellent!
JACK: Captain?
GANZ: Yes?
JACK: What are you going to do now?
GANZ: Oh, I'll think of something. There are lots of other guilds, you know.
I'll be in touch as soon as I've settled down. Don't you worry about
me, now. Make sure you do your best for Theater Vancoor.
JACK: But, Captain...
GANZ: Ah, yes. There was one thing I wanted to ask you.
JACK: What's that?
GANZ: Well, it's about my father...
JACK: Hm?
GANZ: No, forget it! It doesn't matter. Goodbye, Master Jack. Take care!
[walks away]
[scene changes to Radiata Castle, Jack's old room, where Leonard is
sitting in his usual chair]
RIDLEY: Jack! Leonard! Where's Jack?
LEONARD: Lady Ridley, you're back on your feet.
RIDLEY: I asked you where Jack was!
LEONARD: He left the castle sometime last night.
RIDLEY: No! [looks really sad, then turns and leaves the room]
[scene changes to Jasne's room]
RIDLEY: Father!
JASNE: Ridley? What's wrong? Why are you so upset?
RIDLEY: Why did you have the brigade disbanded? Why did you have those two
fired?
JASNE: What are you talking about? The knights are Lord Larks'
responsibility.
RIDLEY: Who are you trying to please? Your daughter, or yourself?
JASNE: But, my sweet, now you're captain of your own brigade, with the
very best knights under your command.
RIDLEY: I never asked for that! It's not what I wanted! [punches the wall,
then holds her head, as if she's dizzy]
RIDLEY: Nothing, I'm fine. I'm just...feeling a little dizzy. [turns and
walks away slowly, holding her head]
[down the hall]
RIDLEY: [stumbles against the wall] Jack...
[scene changes to Jack's new home, where he's lying in his bed] Um... Huh?
Where am I? [gets up] Oh, right... This isn't the castle. Yikes! I've
got to get to Vancoor! [runs out of the house]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Theater Vancoor]
THANOS: Ah, it's you. You're going to be in the Hecton Squad. Jarvis will be
your sergeant.
JACK: Jarvis, huh? That name sounds kind of familiar.
THANOS: Your squad room's one floor down. Get moving.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon knocking on the correct door]
JARVIS: Ah, the new lad. Come in.
[Jack walks in and both he and Jarvis stare at each other for a moment,
then Jarvis stands]
JACK: Argh!
JARVIS: The shrimp!
JACK: The old wino!
JARVIS: [sits back down and puts his head in his hands] Why me? First I'm
stuck with Daniel, and now this?
JACK: I knew I'd heard that name somewhere... So I've got a wino for a
boss.
JARVIS: Shut it! I'm the one who should be complaining!
JACK: Oh, yeah? You weren't so grand when you were sitting in the gutter.
JARVIS: Damn kid's still got a big mouth. [gets up] Come on, we're going
to the training ground.
JACK: The training ground? Oh, that place. What? You want to go another
round?
JARVIS: Shut up. Let's go. [walks out, Jack following]
[PLAYER CONTROL - head up to the training room on the second floor]
[shot of the street below, then up to the training room, which is
outside]
JACK: Hey, I thought you ran away.
JARVIS: Listen up, kid. I wasn't in the best shape that last time. You saw
maybe twenty percent of what I'm capable of. So why don't you clam up
and listen?
JACK: Yeah, yeah. Keep working on those excuses, okay?
JARVIS: Kid, you have a real over-inflated opinion of yourself. Daniel!
[points to where a guy is practicing against a dummy]
JACK: Who's this guy?
JARVIS: This is the Hecton Squad's second-in-command. Well, there were only
two of us, but hey... You two are going to fights it out to see who
gets to be corporal from now on. Will you command? Or will you be a
mere private? This is the battle to determine your fate. Now, soldiers:
Fight!
JACK: Same difference...but, whatever. [walks over to Daniel] Hey, I'm Jack.
Jarvis says we have to fight.
DANIEL: Hey, that's SERGEANT Jarvis to you!
JACK: Relax, buddy. Let's keep it friendly, okay?
DANIEL: Forget it! I'm going to grind you up and show you who's your daddy!
JACK: Whoa, calm down, little guy. Besides, there's no way you can beat me.
DANIEL: Hey! Are you making fun of me? If you make fun of me, you'll be
sorry!
JACK: Ooh! Really? You'll get mad? That I want to see.
DANIEL: Waaargh!
[BATTLE]
JACK: Wow... you're really bad. How did you ever manage to get into the
guild?
DANIEL: [climbs to his feet] Shut up, you! You're only a little better than
me.
JACK: More than a little, actually.
JARVIS: [walks over] We have a winner. Jack will be squad corporal. Daniel,
you're private.
JACK: Hey, listen. Why don't you let me be private?
JARVIS: What's that?
JACK: I figure Daniel's been here longer...
[Jarvis knocks Jack down]
JACK: Ow! [gets back up]
JARVIS: Idiot! In Theater Vancoor, ability is the only thing that counts!
[turns to Daniel] Daniel! You have to become stronger, young man.
[Daniel nods]
JARVIS: Jack! We don't have time for pity. It is your duty to try and best
me. This is a deadly business we're in. We have to be at the top of
our game.
JACK: Okay, okay...
JARVIS: Now. Let me explain how things work here. Townspeople request help
from the guild. Our squads earn money by completing those jobs. Some
jobs are simple and some are very, very tough. But the harder the
job, the better the pay. When the squad has no assignments, you're
free to accept solo missions and polish your skills. But the squad
missions always come first. We have a job tomorrow, boys. Keep
yourselves sharp and be ready to move out! Got it?
JACK: Sir!
JARVIS: Right, you're all dismissed. Except for you, Jack!
JACK: Huh?
JARVIS: Now that you've made corporal, you need to learn a few things.
[LESSON IN COMMANDS - If this is your first time playing, the scene goes
something like this:]
JARVIS: Right, let's get started. Like I said, when we're not on an
assignment, you can do solo missions. For those, you get to be the
leader. Leaders can issue commands, and I'm going to tell you how to
do that.
JACK: Yeah, I know about commands. Captain Ganz used to give them.
JARVIS: Are you listening to a word I say, kid? I'm talking about GIVING
orders, not taking them!
JACK: Oh, right...
JARVIS: Now listen up, okay?
[First is...
* Learning commands]
JARVIS: First you have to know how to learn commands. You've got no
experience, so you don't know any commands yet. I'm going to do you
a favor and teach you one. The basic command is "Attack." You use
this to have party members attack specified targets.
[You learn the Attack command!]
JARVIS: You you want more commands, you'll have to find the strategy scrolls.
You use strategy scrolls to learn new commands. The book store has a
good selection of them.
JACK: Yes, sir, Sergeant!
[Next is...
* Issuing commands
Quit]
JARVIS: Now it's time you tried issuing a command. Okay, JUST FOR PRACTICE,
I'll pretend to be your subordinate.
JACK: I get to give you commands?
JARVIS: Do you see anyone else around? To issue a command, you first press
the (L1) button. This used to be your item list, but now the command
list appears first.
JACK: But what about my items!?
JARVIS: Calm down. Press the (L1) button again to bring up the old item list.
Press the (L1) button and try issuing the command you just learned.
JACK: Yes, sir!
[You can attack, defend, lock on, and give a command. You cannot beat the
practice dummy.]
[Upon giving Jarvis the command:]
JACK: Attack the enemy!
JARVIS: Got it! Leave it to me! Well done.
[Jack and dummy return to position.]
JARVIS: This command pas party allies attack the leader's target. But
others tell subordinates to heal up or increase attack or whatever.
Keep your eye out for scrolls. Some commands use the volty gauge, so
be careful how you use them, okay?
[Next is...
Issuing commands
* Quit]
JARVIS: Right! That's the lesson. Did you get all that? This is your only
chance to learn this. You can't come back later.
[Are you sure?
Yeah, I'm sure!
Er, wait a sec...]
[Asking to wait takes you back to the 'Next is...' menu. Picking yes
gives you the below:]
JACK: Sure, I got it! This stuff is easy peasy!
JARVIS: Yeah? You're a fast learner. You sure don't look it, though.
Whatever. Just build up your skills quick. I hate babysitting
rookies.
JACK: Yes, sir!
JARVIS: Right, dismissed!
[If this is a 'Strong from Start' playthough, the scene goes something
like this:]
JARVIS: Okay, you're going to get a lesson in giving commands from Jarvis
himself! ...
JACK: What's wrong?
JARVIS: I was just thinking, there's not much point in teaching you this
stuff.
JACK: Huh?
JARVIS: Whatever. When you're the leader, issue commands, got it?
JACK: Y-Yes, sir!
[You learn a new command!]
JARVIS: That's it. Dismissed!
JACK: Hey, don't work too hard...
JARVIS: I said, dismissed!
[Jack leaves the training room, we see Thanos at the stairs on the first
floor]
THANOS: Hey, Jack! Someone's here to see you!
JACK: Who is it? [walks downstairs]
CLIVE: Hiya, Jack! Long time no see.
JACK: Clive! What are you doing here?
CLIVE: Ah heard you got fired from the knights and joined this guild. Ah
just came by to see how you were doing.
JACK: Hehe...
THANOS: Jack, he wrote his name on the roster. I think he's the first one.
JACK: Huh?
CLIVE: Well, ah better get back. If you ever need help, just let me know.
Ah'm your friend, so ah'll be happy to join your party anytime.
[leaves]
JACK: And there he goes. What did he mean by joining my party?
THANOS: Well, he's signed up as one of your friends... That means you can
add him to your party just about whenever you want.
JACK: Hmm... How do you form a party?
THANOS: You don't know anything, do you? Here, take a look at the list to
the right of your name. [image zooms in] This is where the names of
your friends get added.
JACK: Is this it?
[automatically opens menu, you can add Clive or just close out]
THANOS: Wow, looks like you don't have many friends, eh? In fact, you only
one is that guy who just left.
JACK: But aren't you my friend?
THANOS: Of course not! I barely know you! How can I be your friend if we're
almost complete strangers!?
JACK: Okay...
THANOS: Damn country kids don't know a thing...
JACK: So, how do I get more friends?
THANOS: Well, you know how people have their problems?
JACK: Yeah, I guess.
THANOS: There's a guy always banging his fists on that table over there.
There's a person standing in front of the bathroom mirror looking
depressed. Talk to people like that and see what they have to say.
If you help them out, I think they'll be glad to help you out in
return.
JACK: I get it.
THANOS: That doesn't mean everyone will be willing to talk to a nobody like
you. Some people may not even give you the time of day. Try talking
to people who you think are about the same level as you.
JACK: So are you going to be my friend?
THANOS: Haven't you been listening at all!? You have to convince me that
you're worth helping out.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[at the correct time, Jack will go to Theater Vancoor]
JARVIS: Good, we're all here. Now, listen up as I explain our mission.
The request comes from Anastasia of the Olacion Order. She wants us
to get her a crocogator.
JACK: What's that?
DANIEL: Y-You mean... She wants the skin of a crocogator?
JARVIS: Exactly. Apparently the market for crocogator hides is booming.
JACK: Huh? Why's that?
JARVIS: You tell me, kid. Why would anyone want a crocogator hide?
DANIEL: They use it to make fashionable bags. They're very popular with the
wealthy ladies.
JARVIS: Ah, is that right?
JACK: You know about this stuff?
JARVIS: That's good. We could really use your know-how on this job, Daniel.
DANIEL: No way! [slaps hands on table] I'm sorry, but I'm not going on this
mission!
JARVIS: Idiot! In this squad you follow my orders!
JACK: What's the problem, Daniel?
DANIEL: I don't care what you say! I'm not going on this mission! I've
always loved animals. When I was younger, I wanted to be a
veterinarian when I grew up. What if it was Isabella? Argh! I can't
even bear to think about it! [freaks out a bit, then runs out of the
room]
JARVIS: [stands] Daniel, wait!
JACK: It's no use, Sarge. If he says he won't do a mission, he just isn't
going to do it.
JARVIS: Hmm... But who the heck is this Isabella?
JACK: Beats me.
JARVIS: All right. Looks like it's just the two of us, then.
JACK: Yeah. Come on, let's go!
[both stand and start out]
[on the first floor landing]
JACK: By the way, Sarge. Where are we supposed to find a crocogator?
JARVIS: They apparently live in the elf lands. [walks away]
JACK: In the elf lands? I've had some bad times up there... [follows]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching the swamp in the Elf Region]
JACK: Hey, Sarge. Is that one?
JARVIS: Yes, no doubt about it. Okay! Come on, Jack!
JACK: Yessir!
[BATTLE]
JARVIS: You think this will be good enough? I'll be damned if I can tell
the difference between them.
JACK: It's perfect, boss! Come on, let's get home already.
JARVIS: All right. Let's take this to Anastasia!
JACK: Sir!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[when going back to the screen with the entrance to the City of Flowers]
JARVIS: I want to get this over with and go for a drink.
JACK: You ALWAYS want a drink...
JARVIS: Did you say something?
JACK: No...
JARVIS: Hey! [runs to the pig statue] A journey pig statue!
JACK: A what statue?
JARVIS: You don't know what this is?
JACK: ...
JARVIS: This statue can teleport you to places you've been before.
JACK: That's so cool! How awesome is that? Let's use this to zap ourselves
to Lady Anastasia's place!
JARVIS: I wish. It's not THAT convenient. You can only teleport where
other statues are.
JACK: Oh...
JARVIS: If I remember correctly, there's a statue by Lupus Gate in Radiata.
JACK: Yeah, I think I remember seeing one.
JARVIS: Okay, try it.
JACK: What? Me?
JARVIS: It's easy. Just touch the statue and think of the place you want to
go. Come on, let's go home.
[PLAYER CONTROL - use the statue]
[if you choose to use the statue only to re-select the Elf region]
JARVIS: Whoa, that was a quick trip to the Lupus Gate. Now all we have to
do is go to Anastasia's... ...Idiot! We're still in the same place!
[once you land at Lupus Gate]
JARVIS: Okay. Now you know how to use these things. Let's go to Olacion and
deliver this to Anastasia.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[knock on the door to Anastasia's room, Elena comes out]
ELENA: These are the chambers of our Lady Anastasia, of the sacred
Olacion Order. She is certainly not accustomed to dealing with
riffraff. What is it that you want?
JACK: Riffraff? Sheesh, nice welcome... Lady, it was you who called us,
okay?
JARVIS: [steps forward] We are the Hecton Squad of Theater Vancoor. We're
here about the crocogator.
ELENA: Oh, of course. Wait here. [goes back inside]
JACK: What's her problem?
ELENA: [comes back out again] Enter. [leads them inside]
ANASTASIA: Welcome, good warriors. I am Anastasia Ryan. I am sure you have
heard of me.
JACK: ...
ANASTASIA: I see that you have been struck dumb by my beauty. It happens all
the time.
ELENA: Yes indeed, Lady Anastasia.
JACK: Beauty?
ELENA: No one's talking to you!
ANASTASIA: Now, now, Elena, that is enough.
ELENA: Yes, Lady Anastasia.
ANASTASIA: Now, where is the crocogator hide that is going to make
Anastasia rich?
JARVIS: This is it.
[Jack hands the skin over, Anastasia examines it]
JACK: Hey, what's she doing?
ELENA: She is appraising the hide. Lady Anastasia has a remarkable eye for
quality.
JACK: Ooh, really? You sure she's not just faking it?
ELENA: If you're rude to her ladyship one more time, you'll have seen your
last sunrise, smart boy.
ANASTASIA: Do not worry. When it comes to crocogators, no one has more
discerning judgment than I.
JACK: I wonder...
ANASTASIA: Elena.
ELENA: [approaches] Yes, Lady Anastasia.
ANASTASIA: ... [whispers to Elena]
ELENA: Yes, my lady. [turns to Jack and hands him money]
[the following response differs depending on the quality of the skin.
I've only ever gotten poor quality, so I can only quote that]
JACK: What's this?
ANASTASIA: Your payment.
JARVIS: This? This is it...?
ANASTASIA: Darlings. This skin is of very poor quality, hardly worth my
time.
JACK: Did you even look at it properly?
ANASTASIA: Keep the skin if you're not satisfied.
JACK: And what are we supposed to do with a scrap of croc hide?
JARVIS: Jack! Don't be so rude to the clients.
ELENA: If you don't like it, try doing a proper job in the first place.
Oh! It seems the guild standards are slipping...
JACK: Argh, I don't believe this! [turns and walks out with Jarvis]
[outside Theater Vancoor, Jarvis and Jack see Daniel and run over]
DANIEL: Sergeant...
JARVIS: Daniel! You're going to pay for skipping out on the mission!
DANIEL: Yes, sir. I'll accept any punishment you choose. But... Did you get
it? The crocogator...
JARVIS: Of course. It was our job.
DANIEL: I knew it...
JACK: Why are you moping? It's just an overgrown lizard.
DANIEL: Just and "overgrown lizard"!? Animals are living creatures, too!
JACK: Sure, but come one, you eat meat, don't you?
DANIEL: I do not! I don't eat meat! I couldn't do that, not in front of
Isabella.
JARVIS: Say, Daniel... We've been wondering. Who's this Isabella you keep
talking about?
DANIEL: Isabella is the name of my pet crocogator! She's been with me since
I was little.
[Jack and Jarvis both make stunned motions]
JACK: ...!
DANIEL: Why are you looking at me like that? Isabella is one of the family!
JARVIS: Er, Daniel...
DANIEL: I'll never, ever hunt crocogators! No matter how many times you ask!
I won't do it even if you fire me! Try it and see! [runs off]
JARVIS: Boy, the kid is pretty ticked off.
JACK: Yeah, seriously.
JARVIS: Anyway, the squad mission is done. That'll be all for today. You're
dismissed.
JACK: Yes, sir. [salutes]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[later that day or the next - Ganz is walking through the street with a
bottle]
GANZ: Stupid, ignorant, stupid... Pumpkin heads! Who cares about Theater
Vancoor? Who wants to be a warrior anyway? There're all kinds of jobs
in this town! I won't work for just anybody! [slides down to sit on the
ground] Oh, if only that were true... The fact is, I wish I were in
Jack's shoes right now.
CODY: Waah! Waah!
GANZ: Oh, that pitiful voice... It must be the sound of my own weeping
heart.
CODY: Waah! Waah!
GANZ: [looks up and climbs to his feet] Wait, no it isn't! There's a child
crying somewhere. [starts creeping along the road] Somewhere...around
here, I think. [comes across Cody, holding a cat] Hello. What happened
here? Are you all right?
CODY: W-who... Who are you?
GANZ: No one you need to be afraid of. I was just passing by. I heard you
crying, so I thought I'd stop and see if I could help.
CODY: Its mother... She's gone...
GANZ: Aha, you've lost your mother, have you? Well, let's go look for her
together...
CODY: No, not me. The kitten. His mother's lost. [holds up cat]
GANZ: The cat's mother?
CODY: Yeah. He looks so sad. I want to help him find his mommy... But she
isn't anywhere! *sob* *sob*
GANZ: [makes calming gestures] Now, now, now. Is that any way for a young
boy to behave? [frowns when Cody doesn't stop crying] I've got it!
Why don't you come with Uncle Ganz and we'll look together.
CODY: [perks up] Really! You'd do that? Thanks a lot, grampa!
GANZ: Uncle will be fine. Now, come along. We'll find her before the day is
out, I'm sure.
CODY: Okay!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[that evening - Ganz and Cody are walking down the street]
GANZ: It all worked out, didn't it? I told you we'd find his mother.
CODY: Yeah!
GANZ: Now we just have to get you back to your mother.
RYNKA: [comes running up behind them] Cody! Are you all right!? [glares at
Ganz] You dirty kidnapper! You get your hands off my boy right now!
[starts running towards Ganz]
GANZ: Huh?
[Rynka punches Ganz out cold]
CODY: Mom, no! [ grabs her hand] You've got it all wrong! The old man was
just helping me!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[later the same night]
FLAU: What!? This bum is going to join us?
RYNKA: Uh-huh. I already talked to the bosses and they okay-ed it.
GANZ: Thank you. Thank you so very much.
FLAU: Rynka, are you sure about this? This guy seems a bit, you know, slow
in the head or something.
RYNKA: I think so too.
[Ganz gapes, then looks sad]
FLAU: Then why let him in?
[Ganz gapes again]
RYNKA: I don't know. Morbid curiosity, maybe.
FLAU: Hmm... I don't know about this.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[after either sleeping or going to your house between 9am and 8pm]
YURI: Jack!
JACK: Hm? [climbs out of bed]
YURI: Jack! Are you there!?
JACK: [gets up and walks towards the door] Yeah, yeah, I'm here. You don't
have to scream the door down... [opens the door]
YURI: Thank goodness you're home.
JACK: What's up? Did Sarge get all liquored up again?
YURI: No, nothing like that! Just come, please!
JACK: What's wrong?
YURI: It's Auntie Shelia! Something's happened!
JACK: Huh?
YURI: Ms. Barbena went to cash a lottery ticket, but Auntie Sheila wouldn't
give her the money! First, she started screaming at Ms. Barbena, and
then, she started hitting her!
JACK: Er... So you're saying, Auntie Sheila...hit Ms. Barbena...right?
YURI: Yes, that's right! Will you just come please!?
JACK: I don't really get it, but it sounds pretty bad. Okay, let's go.
[they hurry to the square to find Ms. Barbena laying on the ground]
YURI: Ms. Barbena!
BARBENA: Y-Yuri, my dear...
YURI: [kneels next to her and helps her sit up, then stand] Are you all
right?
BARBENA: [wobbles] Ah...
YURI: Oh, I'm sorry!
BARBENA: It's all right. Thank you, my dear.
YURI: What's going on? Why did Auntie Sheila do this?
BARBENA: I have no idea, darling.
YURI: It must have been that illness that's going around.
BARBENA: Yes, yes. Why else would Sheila do such a terrible thing?
JACK: Illness?
BARBENA: Yes, her eyes were awful, like some kind of terrible beast...
JACK: Where did she go?
BARBENA: She took the money and then she ran home.
JACK: [looks over at Sheila's house, then back to Barbena and Yuri] Listen,
will you take her to the warrior guild? Just tell them my name and
they'll look after you.
YURI: But Jack...
[Jack smiles]
YURI: People with the disease, you don't know how violent they can be!
JACK: Hey, don't worry. I'm on the case.
YURI: Please be careful, Jack.
JACK: Just leave it to me!
[Yuri nods and helps Barbena out of the square]
JACK: Okay then...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
JACK: [standing outside Sheila's door] Ms. Sheila! Ms. Sheila! [knocks] Are
you in there? Come on, open up. [frowns and knocks again] Hey, I said
open up! If you don't, I'm going to bust my way in! [ no answer] Right.
Now I'm mad! [turns and stomps away, then turns back towards the door
and starts to rush it, but is caught up short when Sheila bursts out
and runs past him, causing him to land on his bum. Looks around a bit
wildly, then gets up and walks towards her] It's true. She's like a mad
animal.
[Sheila shakes her fists wordlessly]
JACK: [hands on hips] Why did you beat up on Ms. Barbena?
SHEILA: You know why. She tried to steal my money.
JACK: She was the one who had the winning ticket. It was her money!
SHEILA: I don't care whose it was! Even if it was hers, it's mine now!
JACK: You can't just take other people's things–that's stealing!
SHEILA: [shakes angrily] What's that? You want to steal my money, too? Well,
I won't let you! [jumps at Jack and... bites his arm?]
JACK: [mouth open in what looks to be pain or shock] Now what did the
general do here? Oh, right... [punches her in the stomach, sending her
backwards]
[Sheila gets back up, looking a bit like a vengeful zombie and the
screen goes dark]
JACK: Argh! Okay, it's NOT over!
[scene opens to Sheila lying on the ground, appearing to be properly out
this time]
JACK: That was close...
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: There she is! Over there! [guards run up into the square]
Are you all right?
JACK: [holding his arm in a funny position] Yeah, no problemo.
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: Good, glad to hear it.
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 2: No doubt about it, it's the disease all right.
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: Okay. Let's get her to the castle right away.
JACK: The castle?
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: We've been ordered to bring all the afflicted townspeople
to the castle so they can be quarantined.
JACK: Is that right?
[Light Guardsman 2 gets Sheila on his back]
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: Sorry, sir, if you'll excuse us... [leaves]
JACK: They work fast. What a relief... [rubs back of head] I guess no one
saw me miss with the karate chop.
[scene changes to inside the castle where Ridley is watching herself in
a mirror]
RIDLEY: Is this really me? Or someone else? Come on, Ridley, of course it's
you. [goes to sit on her bed] Ah... Wh-What's happening...? [grabs
head] My head...is spinning... Ayufen kelbah nyal. [jerks up] What!?
Who's there? [stands] Was that...was that my...voice? [goes back to
looking in the mirror] Someone is inside me...someone that isn't me.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking with Thanos]
THANOS: Hey there, Jack. The Hecton Squad's been called up for an
assignment.
JACK: Oh, yeah?
THANOS: You'd better get down to your squad room pronto.
JACK: Okay! [runs down to squad room]
JARVIS: Good. We're all here.
[Jack takes his seat]
JARVIS: So, looks like we have a new assignment, boys. Our squad's been
chosen to serve as bodyguards for a certain high-ranking member of
the nobility. We'll be told who once we get there. But I want you all
to be on your toes.
JACK: Cool! High-ranking nobility... I wonder who it'll be?
DANIEL: It must be one of the royals. I bet you anything!
JACK: No way. That sounds pretty major. But Sarge, why did they ask for
us? This sounds bigger than normal guild work...
JARVIS: Knights attract too much attention. Vancoor always handles these
bodyguard assignments.
DANIEL: Especially our squad. We don't stand out at all. No one notices us.
JARVIS: I think we know who to thank for that, don't we, Daniel?
DANIEL: Yes, sir, that would be me, sir.
JARVIS: [stands] Well, anyway, never mind that. We have to get going and
meet the client.
JACK: Roger!
[party all file out and walk up to the castle gate, where two people are
waiting for them. One is a pretty girl and Daniel blushes]
JARVIS: Sorry to keep you waiting, sir. I am Sergeant Jarvis of the Hecton
Squad.
RAYMOND: It's quite all right, Sergeant. Thank you for coming. My name is
Raymond. And this young lady is Bel... That is to say...
???: Please, call me Arnold. [goes all sparkly]
JARVIS: Your ladyship...
[party bows]
RAYMOND: No, stop that! Don't bow or everyone will know that she is the
princess!
JARVIS: Oh! Of course, sorry.
JACK: We're the princess's security detail? That is so cool! But what kind of
alias is "Arnold"? I mean, couldn't they come up with anything better?
DANIEL: Shut up, you! I think it's a really great name.
ARNOLD: Why, thank you very much, er...
DANIEL: My name is Daniel.
JACK: And I'm Jack Russell! I'm the best sword fighter in town.
ARNOLD: Oh my! What a perfect escort!
DANIEL: He's my subordinate.
JACK: [hands on hips] Hey, I'm the corporal! Oh, forget it...
DANIEL: As you can probably tell, he's kind of a loser.
JACK: Hey, watch your mouth, Daniel! You're starting to push your luck...
JARVIS: Enough! We're on duty!
ARNOLD: [starts walking away] I haven't been out of the castle in ages!
DANIEL: Oh, wait for us! [runs after her]
JARVIS: Her ladyship will be in safe hands.
RAYMOND: Thank you. Please take very good care of her.
[party leaves the castle and follows Arnold into town]
JACK: So, where are we going?
ARNOLD: Well, first I want to see the accessories at OK Hand in Mage
Town...
JACK: Are we going to ALL the shops?
DANIEL: Hey! Don't be so cheeky!
JACK: We're supposed to be undercover, right?
DANIEL: So what? That doesn't mean you're allowed to be rude!
JACK: Listen, pipsqueak...
[both make actions towards attacking one another]
JARVIS: Hey, cut it out!
ARNOLD: Come on, we have to hurry before all the shops close. [walks off]
DANIEL: Wait, Miss Arnold!
[party walks around a corner after her]
JACK: Huh? Where did she go?
DANIEL: Miss Arnold!
JARVIS: Dammit! Where is she?
JACK: [looks around] There! There she is, Sarge!
ARNOLD: Help! [down at the other end of the road, slung over someone's
shoulder]
JARVIS: It's the bandit guild! Come on, after them!
JACK: Okay!
[party runs off screen - PLAYER CONTROL]
[at the end of the street, Jack is in the lead]
DANIEL: Don't...run. So...fast...
JACK: Man, you're like a tortoise with a hernia! Ain't that right, Sarge?
[looks to other side] Huh? Sarge?
JARVIS: [way back up the street and going slow] ...
JACK: Sarge, you've got to cut down on the beer.
JARVIS: Shut...up. I'm...dying...here...
JACK: I'm going ahead.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[once you've gone down the secret stairs in the abandoned building]
JOAQUEL: [shoves at Arnold] Quit squirming! You do like we tell you.
ELMO: What are you doing, Joaquel? We've got to hurry!
[Jack and Daniel run down the stairs]
NOCTURNE: Damn it all! They caught up to us.
JARVIS: [ bowed over, gasping] ...That's far enough.
NOCTURNE: Vancoor lowlifes. Did you lose something?
JACK: Who are you calling a lowlife? You're going to get it!
NOCTURNE: My, my, my. The little brat has spirit.
DANIEL: Miss Arnold! Let her go!
NOCTURNE: I'm sorry gentlemen, but I don't have time to chat. See you
around... [twists Arnolds arm behind her back and forces her
forward]
ELMO: You can leave them to us, boss. Come on, Joaquel, let's knock some
heads together.
JOAQUEL: You guys are in deep doodoo.
[BATTLE]
[Joaquel smashes Daniel out of the battle]
DANIEL: Argh!
JACK: Daniel! [turns to look at him, then back to Joaquel]
DANIEL: ...
JOAQUEL: Hehe. Sweet dreams, little boy.
JARVIS: You swine! You'll pay for that!
[BATTLE]
ELMO: Damn! Vancoor scum... Joaquel, let's pull back for now.
JOAQUEL: Ogay.
[Elmo and Joaquel run off after Nocturne]
JARVIS: Hey, stop! [starts to run after them, then turns to find Jack
kneeling over Daniel] What are you doing?
JACK: What about Daniel?
JARVIS: The princess comes first!
[Jack glances back at Daniel, then hurries after Jarvis]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon exiting the Path of the Spider, Jarvis pokes his head up and a
knife is held towards him]
EON: Welcome to the party, boys.
JARVIS: ...!
JACK: [pokes his head up] Sarge? [gets a knife held to his throat]
SOLO: Hold it right there– or your sergeant here loses his head.
ELMO: You Vancoor dopes are out of your depth.
JACK: Oh, man.
[back at the abandoned building, Daniel gets up]
DANIEL: ... [shakes his head] Sergeant? Jack? W-What should I do? What
should I do? Er... I know! I'll go get help! [runs up the exit]
[Gerald is walking out the front of Vancoor when Daniel runs up the side
street]
DANIEL: Deputy Gerald!
GERALD: You're the kid in Jarvis's squad, right? What happened?
DANIEL: M-Miss Arnold, I mean, the princess... She's been kidnapped!
GERALD: What did you say!?
DANIEL: Sergeant Jarvis and Jack are chasing them. We have to go help them
right away!
GERALD: Right. Where are they?
DANIEL: In the abandoned building near the Magic Institute. There was a
secret passage in the back...
GERALD: That's enough, I can find them. You go and warn the rest of the guild.
DANIEL: But sir! You can't go alone.
GERALD: There's no time, boy! We can't let them get away with the princess,
or the guild will never recover its reputation. When the going gets
tough, the tough get going. Danger isn't in my dictionary. [dashes
off]
DANIEL: He's so cool.
[scene changes back to the dungeon Jarvis and Jack came out in where
they're being beaten]
JARVIS: Yargh!
JACK: Urgh!
BELFLOWER: Please, stop that at once!
NOCTURNE: What's wrong, princess? It's thanks to you running off that they're
here in the first place. [comes over and tears off her necklace]
BELFLOWER: No!
NOCTURNE: I'll be taking this... Who's there?
GERALD: So you Void thugs are kidnapping now? What's your game, Nocturne?
JARVIS: Deputy Gerald!
GERALD: Stop that sniveling, you fool.
JOAQUEL: You interrupting! You go now! [runs towards Gerald, only to be
knocked back by a punch] Urgh!
NOCTURNE: Still haven't lost your touch, eh, Gerald? But it looks like you're
also as stupid as ever.
[Nocturne's people are all shown holding weapons to the princess]
GERALD: And you're still the thieving, lying rat of old, Nocturne.
JOAQUEL: [climbs to his feet] You shut up! I shut you up good!
GERALD: So "Sprinting Shadow Nocturne" finally steps forward...
ELMO: Looks like these two have a history, huh, guys?
NOCTURNE: Elmo... If you don't shut that mouth of yours, I'm going to skewer
your tongue... [walks up to Gerald] Just like THIS! [stabs Gerald]
GERALD: Urgh!
JARVIS: Boss!
JACK: ...!
BELFLOWER: ... [faints]
[Gerald stumbles and falls to the ground]
NOCTURNE: [turns away] Let's go.
ELMO: Hey, boss. Don't you want to kill the rest of them?
NOCTURNE: They're nobodies. They're not worth the effort. We don't need the
princess, either. Just leave her here...
ELMO: ...What a waste.
[Void members walk out]
[scene shows guards running around town]
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: Did you see them?
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 2: No, they're not here.
LIGHT GUARDSMAN 1: Dammit! These bandits move fast.
[guards run away, zoom in on some faces peeking over a wall, Flau and
Rynka jump down while Ganz squeezes through a hole]
FLAU: Looks like they've gone.
RYNKA: Right, here's our chance. Let's go!
GANZ: We have to run again!? But I don't think I can go another step...
RYNKA: Do you want to go to jail? [turns and hurries off]
GANZ: Er, no! [resettles loot bag and follows with Flau]
[scene changes to the Void Community office where Ganz, Flau and Rynka are
sitting around their loot]
RYNKA: Not a bad night's work.
FLAU: No kidding. That corrupt merchant had quite a stash hidden away.
GANZ: ...
FLAU: What's up with you?
GANZ: Well, I just can't help thinking... It's wrong to steal from others,
isn't it?
FLAU: You're worried about that now? It's kind of late for misgivings, you
know. Listen, we're really careful, okay? I mean, we only steal from
guys who deserve it.
GANZ: Okay...
RYNKA: That's right. We don't hurt anyone, and we don't steal from poor folk.
That's how honorable bandits always work.
GANZ: Honorable...bandits? Yes, I think I see what you mean. Maybe.
FLAU: Right. Plus, we always turn down the shady requests that come in to
the guild. Unlike that creep Nocturne and his thugs.
GANZ: This Mr. Nocturne accepts, er, dishonorable jobs?
RYNKA: Oh yeah, real dirty work... They say his clients include some of the
top people in the castle.
GANZ: People in the castle? Using Void members? It sounds like something
is afoot.
FLAU: Yeah, whatever. It's nothing to do with us. In Void, it's best not to
ask too many questions, if you catch my drift. You know what they say,
right? Curiosity killed the cat.
GANZ: Yes...
[scene changes to the Vancoor infirmary, Jack is just sitting up while
Jarvis is still laying down in the bed next to him. Jack looks around
and sees Gerald doing sit ups]
JACK: Argh!!
GERALD: What's with the screaming, boy? You could give a guy a heart attack.
JACK: You almost gave ME one! You are alive, right?
GERALD: Of course I am. Do I look dead to you?
JACK: But I saw you get killed.
GERALD: Don't be so quick to bury me, kid.
JARVIS: After what Nocturne did, can you blame us?
GERALD: He deliberately avoided hitting me anywhere fatal. He was just
toying with me, the arrogant scum! [punches the bed]
JACK: Well it's better than getting killed, right?
GERALD: No. I won't let him make a fool of me.
JARVIS: You and Nocturne seem to go back a ways. What happened between you
two?
GERALD: Some other time...
[knock on the door]
GERALD: This ain't the toilet. Door's open.
ELWEN: [walks in] I see you're feeling better.
GERALD: Oh, hey, Chief. I didn't know it was you.
ELWEN: It's all right, Gerald. I'm quite used to your greetings.
GERALD: Yeah, sorry, Chief. [makes to get up]
ELWEN: No, stay as you are.
GERALD: Darn it. I'm not exactly dressed for visitors.
ELWEN: Relax. You don't have many opportunities to rest. You should take
advantage of it while you can.
JACK: He didn't look like he was trying to rest...
GERALD: Shut up! How's the princess, by the way?
ELWEN: She's safe. However... The castle is taking this incident very
seriously. They have asked us to investigate the Void Community.
GERALD: Then I have to get ready!
ELWEN: No, I already told you–you are to rest until you have recovered.
GERALD: But, what about the investigation?
ELWEN: Gerald, I think the time has come for you to start grooming a
successor.
GERALD: A successor?
ELWEN: I'm afraid we can expect more incidents like this to occur in the
future. Well, Jack? What do you think?
JACK: Huh? ME!?
ELWEN: You learned many valuable lessons from this last adventure. I think
you are ready to take charge of your own squad. Jack Russell. You are
now a sergeant in the guild.
JACK: A sergeant?
GERALD: Hey, it's no big deal, Jack. Heck, if Jarvis here can do it...
JARVIS: And just what is that supposed to mean?
ELWEN: I want you to look into the Void incident and do whatever you think
is necessary. Jack, always fight for what's right and you'll be fine.
[Jack smiles]
ELWEN: [nods her head] If you'll excuse me, gentlemen...
GERALD: [stands] Well, we have to celebrate your promotion. It's time for
some private lessons from Deputy Gerald on the tactics every squad
leader should know!
JACK: Don't you ever take a break?
[LESSON IN LINKS - If this is your first time playing, the scene goes
something like this:]
GERALD: Okay, listen up. You're still pretty green. But if your party
combines forces, you can take on some tough customers.
JACK: Combine forces?
GERALD: Yeah. I'm going to teach you about linking. A good link can double
or triple your effectiveness.
JACK: What's a link?
GERALD: It's like a military formation. Let's try it out and you'll see.
First I'll teach you the Box Link.
[You learn the Box Link!]
[What do you want to know?
How to use a link
Quit]
[Option two gives you:]
GERALD: Hey, hey. You sure you don't want to hear about this stuff? If
you don't learn it now, I'm not going to teach you later, you hear?
[You sure?
Oh, yeah!
Wait a sec...]
(I assume you know what those two options get you by now.)
[Option one: How to use a link:]
GERALD: You need to prepare before you can use a link. Open up the Menu
Screen. You should see a new link section. Assign the box link to one
of the directions on the directional button. Try it now.
[You can run around or open the menu, pretty much. If you wait too long
to open the menu, you get the following:]
GERALD: What's wrong? Open the menu screen and assign the box link already.
[In the menu screen, select the new tab, assign the Box Link to one of
the buttons, and exit. You can change the characters around, if you
please, and you can do anything you would normally be able to do in
the menu. If you exit back out without assigning the link, Gerald will
say the above.
[Once you've assigned your new link and exited out of the menu, the
following occurs:]
GERALD: Okay, it looks like you're ready.
[If you moved from the starting position, Jack will now return to it.]
GERALD: On that screen you can also change the positions of your allies. But
if you change your party, the positions will reset to default.
JACK: When that happens, I can go back and change them again, right?
GERALD: That's right. Next you need to learn how to use a link. To use a
link, press the direction button to bring up the link control. You
should have one or more links assigned to your directional button.
Press the directional button again to select the link you want to
use.
JACK: Hey, it's easier than I thought.
GERALD: But don't forget! You need at least ten volty points to use a link.
With a box link, the party surrounds a foe and concentrates their
attack. Surround the enemy and bash away! But enough talk! Practice!
Practice makes perfect!
[You now have PLAYER CONTROL. There's a dummy, which is immediately lit
up, and Jarvis, Daniel, and Gerald are acting as your party. You can
attack the dummy, defend, or use your new link. If you attack the dummy
without using the link, you get:]
GERALD: Argh! Were you listening to me at all!? The link, boy! Use the
directional button to activate the link!
JACK: S-Sorry!
GERALD: Pay attention. [Reset everyone]
[If you activate the link, then take too long to surround the dummy, you
get:]
GERALD: Hey! What is your malfunction!? Surround the enemy and attack!
JACK: S-Sorry, boss!
GERALD: While you're linked, you can press the 'X' to highlight it. Now use
it properly! [Reset everyone]
[If you activate the link and surround the dummy like you're supposed
to, you get:]
GERALD: See? You can do it if you try.
JACK: (grinning) Hehe...
DANIEL: (unamused) Don't be so cocky!
[Everyone returns to their starting positions]
GERALD: If you get hit when you're linked, the volty gauge will fall. When
it reaches zero the link will break, so be careful. Oh yeah, there's
one more thing. The more battles you fight, the more links you'll
learn.
JACK: Got it! Thanks, boss!
[What do you want to know?
How to use a link
Skill link system
Quit]
[Select 'Skill link system' to trigger the next section:]
GERALD: I need to tell you about the skill link system. Jack. Do you have
any skills yet?
JACK: Oh, yeah! I've got Luck Plus!
DANIEL: (unamused) Not much of a skill, it is?
JACK: (brandishing weapon) Who asked you?
GERALD: ... The thing is, when you link, all your allies share their skills.
JACK: No way!
GERALD: If four allies are links, they all get the skills of four fighters!
JACK: Cool!
GERALD: That's not all. If you use links a lot, you can learn the skills of
your party members.
JACK: NO WAY!!!
JARVIS: Hey, stop shouting.
JACK: Wow! Links are way cool!
GERALD: Only if you use them right. You need to practice and make the system
work for you and your style.
[What do you want to know?
How to use a link
Skill link system
Quit]
[Go ahead and pick 'Quit', unless you want a re-hash.]
GERALD: That's the lesson. Are you sure you got everything? If you don't get
it down now, I'm not giving you another chance later.
[You sure?
Oh, yeah!
Wait a sec...]
[Clicking 'Wait a sec...' brings you back to the selection menu, clicking
'Oh, yeah!' gives you:]
JACK: No problemo! I've just got to practice it in some real fights!
GERALD: That's easier said than done. But whatever, if you think you're
ready.
JACK: Thank you, sir!
GERALD: Right. Good luck.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[If this is a 'Strong from Start' playthough, the scene goes something
like this:]
GERALD: Right, I'm going to teach you about the links.
JACK: Links? You mean when we join up and attack together, like the box link?
GERALD: Huh!? How do you know that? You aren't supposed to know this stuff!
JACK: Why not?
GERALD: You just aren't, that's all. If you know it all, then there's
nothing for me to teach you. Use the links and take down the enemy!
JACK: Yes, sir! Roger that!
[You learn a link!]
GERALD: Good luck.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos]
THANOS: Oh yeah, there was some weird-looking dude hanging out in Vancoor
Square.
JACK: Weird-looking?
THANOS: He said he was looking for some guy called Alf or Avalon or
something.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Vancoor Square you see a shot of a big guy with a flaming
stick in his mouth walking around sniffing]
JACK: Who's this guy?
[the man runs over upon seeing Jack, Jack flinches back]
JACK: Um, yes? What do you want?
LARGE MAN: Do you know where Aphelion might be?
JACK: Aphelion?
LARGE MAN: Yes, that's right. It's important I find him. I think he's most
likely a human...
JACK: Huh? You think he's human?
LARGE MAN: Aye, but I can't be too sure. I seems to me his smell should be
stronger than it is. So, do you know him?
JACK: I've never heard of anyone looking for people by their smell before.
LARGE MAN: Is that so? Do you mean to say that humans can't do that?
JACK: Are you serious? Anyway, I don't know who this Aphelion guys is,
okay? [waves his hand in a sort of 'Now go away' gesture]
LARGE MAN: Would you help me find him?
JACK: Why are you asking me? Look, if you want my help, you have to pay a
fee to the guild.
LARGE MAN: And what kind of a thing would this "fee" be?
JACK: [shocked/disbelieving expression] Money! What else would it be?
LARGE MAN: [nods to himself thoughtfully] Ah, money, you say? I should
have realized. Of course, humans do like their money.
JACK: [crosses his arms over his chest] Did you get knocked on the head
recently or something? Maybe you should go see a doctor...
LARGE MAN: Oh, no. My head is harder than diamond. [taps the side of his
head] You needn't worry about that.
JACK: [waves his hand in front of him] Hey, who said I was worried!?
LARGE MAN: You're not going to tell me that humans know of something that's
harder than diamond, are you?
JACK: That's it! I'm out of here. Good luck. [turns away]
LARGE MAN: How much is this fee of yours?
JACK: [turns back towards the man] Huh? You want to pay the money? Well, I
guess I could do it for, say, five thousand dagols? [holds out a slip
of paper] Let's see how he likes that... [self-satisfied look]
LARGE MAN: Well now, is that all you want? [walks over to a pile of trash,
then comes back and hands over a stack of money]
JACK: [takes the money and spins around to be gleeful] No way! Yahoo!
There's more than I can count!
LARGE MAN: So, lad... Now will you help me look?
JACK: [spins around, rearing to go] No problemo! I'm ready for action! Come
on, let's get started!
[Jack leads the way out of the Square, the man following]
JACK: [while walking down a street in Blue Town] By the way, what does this
Aphelion guy look like, anyway?
LARGE MAN: Oh, I don't know.
JACK: [stops walking] You don't know?
LARGE MAN: [also stops] Aye, that's right. The fact is, you see, he can
take any form he wants.
JACK: Then how are we supposed to find him!?
LARGE MAN: Hmm... It won't be easy. [continues on]
JACK: [hangs head] Won't be easy? Try impossible... [starts walking again,
this time in the manner of someone who doesn't want to]
[Outside of Olacion]
JACK: Hey, we're not going to find him by just wandering around the streets,
you know.
LARGE MAN: But I have to find him. We have some very important things to
discuss.
JACK: Fine, but he's not going to just appear like magic.
LARGE MAN: [cocks his head to the side, then suddenly says] Wait a minute!
I know how to find him! Tell, me, who is the strongest fighter
in this whole town?
JACK: The strongest fighter? I don't know. Maybe the chief?
LARGE MAN: The chief, you say?
JACK: Yeah, the boss of Theater Vancoor.
LARGE MAN: [pumps fist in the air] Excellent! You take me there, then.
[Jack sighs and starts making his way towards Vancoor, dragging his feet]
[outside Vancoor]
JACK: This is it. Her office is on the fourth floor.
LARGE MAN: I'll go and pay a little visit.
JACK: Just a word of warning, though. The chief is plenty strong. I wouldn't
make her mad if I were you.
LARGE MAN: [stops on the stairs] I'm plenty strong myself, lad. Don't you
worry about me. [walks inside]
JACK: Nice knowing you... [turns and starts towards the Lupus Gate] Well,
whatever... Check it out, I'm rich! [holds up the money and looks at
it] How much is this, anyway? Huh? [pulls the money in for a closer
look, frowning. There's a picture of the large man on the bills] Wait
a minute... This picture... It's his own face! [starts jumping up and
down angrily] This money's fake! The old wheezer tricked me! [runs into
Vancoor]
[Scene changes to the large man stopping outside Elwen's door]
LARGE MAN: This must be it. [walks right in] Is Aphelion here?
ELWEN: [turns, falling into a defensive stance as soon as she hears the door
open, then stands straight when she gets a proper look at the large
man] !? It's you!
[Scene changes to show Jack run up the stairs to the fourth floor and
skip to a stop outside Elwen's door]
JACK: ... [pauses to take a breath, then knocks]
ELWEN: Who is it?
JACK: It's me, Jack! Did some weird old guy come by?
ELWEN: A weird old guy? No, not around here.
JACK: [hangs head] Okay. Sorry to bug you. [turns away and makes an annoyed
motion] Oh, man! Where the heck did he go? [walks back down the stairs]
[meanwhile, in Elwen's office, she's standing next to the door and the
large man is next to her desk]
ELWEN: It's been a long time.
LARGE MAN: Yes, you're right. It's been a very long time. In fact, I thought
you'd be dead by now.
ELWEN: [turns to face him and puts one hand on her hip] I could say the
same thing. [walks over to him]
LARGE MAN: There I was, looking for Aphelion, and who do I run into but you?
ELWEN: In the old days, I would have drawn my sword the moment I saw you.
LARGE MAN: So that must mean, after all this time, you know you can't beat
me.
ELWEN: What it means is, I have no reason to fight you now.
LARGE MAN: [frowns] I really don't understand humans at all...
ELWEN: You don't need to, do you?
LARGE MAN: ...Maybe not.
ELWEN: Unfortunately, I don't know where Aphelion is.
LARGE MAN: Is that so? Oh well, at least I got to see an old friend. [starts
walking towards the door]
ELWEN: Don't lie. We were never friends. That's the truth, and you know it.
LARGE MAN: Aye. I was just trying a little human hypocrisy. [leaves]
ELWEN: So, the time is drawing near...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[when entering your home between 7:00 and 21:00 once two days have passed
since the last event]
[the door of Jack's home opens, admitting Leonard]
LEONARD: Jack! Are you there? [walks right in and stops, hands on hips]
JACK: [is standing over by the bed in a defensive position] Oh, hey pops!
[relaxes] What are you doing here? [walks over]
LEONARD: Stop calling me pops! Anyway, I have a message for you.
JACK: A message? From who?
LEONARD: From Lady Ridley. She's have a birthday party at the castle
tomorrow. She wants you to come, too. That's what she said, at least.
JACK: [smiles] You mean, Ridley's feeling better!? [turns and puts a hand
over his heart]
LEONARD: Yup. She's right as rain again.
JACK: Wow, that's great news... But... [frowns]
LEONARD: What is it?
JACK: [turns back to Leonard] Why did she invite me?
LEONARD: [rubs the back of his head] I don't know. All I know is she asked
me to ask you. Anyway, make sure you come, okay?
JACK: For sure... Hey, wait! I'm not a knight anymore. They won't let me
into the castle.
LEONARD: Not a problem, don't worry about it. Here, just show this to the
guards. [hands over a letter] It's an invitation. From Lady Ridley.
Now make sure you show up, do you hear, Jack? I've got to go.
[turns and leaves]
JACK: [follows Leonard to the door, then stops and stares down at his
invitation] Hmm...
[scene changes to show Jack getting out of bed and turning to look at the
invitation on the table at the head of the bed]
JACK: A birthday party, huh? [stands] Well, I don't have much choice. I
mean, she did ask me and all. [picks up invitation] It's kind of a
pain, but I guess I have to go...
[scene changes to outside the castle gate]
JACK: Radiata Castle... It hasn't been that long since I left. [looks up at
the castle] Feels like ages ago though. [walks up to a guard] Hi, Mr.
Guard Man. I've got one of these. [holds out the invitation]
Gate Guard: [glances at it] Okay. Go on in.
[Jack walks in - PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the ballroom on the sixth floor, you see a shot of the
party, then Jack standing by the stairs and looking around, somewhat
overwhelmed]
JACK: Er, where's Ridley...? There she is! [runs over to her, pushing
people out of the way] Hey, look at you, back on your feet! I knew you
were just faking it.
RIDLEY: [turns to see him] Jack, you came.
JACK: Yup.
RIDLEY: [opens her mouth to speak, then looks away] ...
JACK: ...?
RIDLEY: I'm sorry... About what happened.
JACK: Huh?
RIDLEY: You being fired from the knights... It was my fault.
JACK: [smiles] You're still worried about that?
RIDLEY: [looks up, surprised] ...?
JACK: Hey, it was really no big deal. I mean... If you ask me, the knights
are kind of uptight. Theater Vancoor is more my style.
RIDLEY: [smiles and closes her eyes] I'm glad... [opens eyes again] Listen,
Jack. I need to...talk to you...
CROSS: Ridley!
[Ridley frowns and looks over to where Cross is approaching]
JACK: Oh, him.
CROSS: [frowns at Jack] You're...Jack, right? What are you doing here?
JACK: Huh?
CROSS: Disgraced former members of the knights usually aren't allowed in
the castle, are they?
RIDLEY: Cross! What are you saying? He's here because I invited him!
[Jack and Cross both turn to look at Ridley]
JACK: It's okay. Forget it, Ridley. ...Listen, I've got to be heading back
home. [turns to leave]
RIDLEY: [turns to Jack] Jack, don't pay any attention to this idiot.
JACK: [smirks] Ouch! You tell him, Ridley! You're starting to sound like
your old self again.
RIDLEY: Jack...
JACK: [smiles] If you ever want to talk, stop by my place anytime, okay? See
you! [runs off]
RIDLEY: [reaches after him] ... [turns to Cross] What do you think you're
doing, Cross? Jack was one of my guests.
CROSS: [flips his hair and smiles] Now, now... Is that any way for you to
talk to your future husband?
RIDLEY: I don't care what our parents decided. I want nothing to do with
you. Now buzz off. [makes a sort of go away motion]
CROSS: Hmph... [turns and leaves, still smiling]
[Ridley closes her eyes and starts to walk away]
???: Ridley.
[the camera turns and we see Genius walking over, looking serious]
RIDLEY: Genius...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[at 3:00, there's a scene of Genius and Ridley walking in the Elf Region]
RIDLEY: [stops] Hey, how much further do we have to go?
GENIUS: [turns to face her] Almost there. [turns back around to continue
walking]
[scene fades out, then back in at a different part, in the swamp]
RIDLEY: Genius, why did you bring me here?
GENIUS: [holds up his arm] Shh... [points to a clearing with a cocoon in it]
[A light elf walks into the clearing]
RIDLEY: Who is that?
GENIUS: It's Zane, leader of the light elves.
RIDLEY: Of course. He looks just like Lord Nogueira.
GENIUS: There's something I have to tell you... Something terrible... Lord
Nogueira...is dead.
RIDLEY: [surprised] He can't be!
GENIUS: He's been entombed here. That cocoon you see holds Lord Nogueira's
dead body. [looks up towards the cocoon]
RIDLEY: Where are we?
GENIUS: This is the graveyard of the elves. It's a place in which the fates
of elves and humans are deeply entwined.
RIDLEY: [also looks up at cocoon] The graveyard...of the elves?
ZANE: Like the elf king of old, my brother lies dead. But why? That ancient
king brought the human female and child to that benighted castle, and
there the dark elves were born, along with algandars. For the first
time, that terrible disease exposed the immortal elves to death. No
one was immune. Even the king himself fell victim to it. It infected
and killed him. Now it returns to claim my own flesh and blood! When
our bodies decay and fall away because of disease or age, elves do not
die. The transpiritation lets our spirits fly to different bodies,
where they can mingle with other souls. But, the cursed algandars shuts
our souls deep, deep within these cocoons. My brother! Why did you
perform the transpiritation on that human girl!? To break the natural
laws that separate elf and human... Algandars was your inevitable
reward. Brother! Why in the world did you bring this fate upon
yourself!?
RIDLEY: Was this...because of me?
ZANE: Human filth! How much will you make us suffer before you are
satisfied? Will you take and destroy everything we have? Will you
continue to spread the plague to every land in this world? Why were
humans sent to try us so? Why, my brother? ...
RIDLEY: Did Lord Nogueira...die because of me?
GENIUS: I honestly don't know. But, I can tell you one thing... Listen to
what Zane is saying and it's obvious... There's a long and tragic
history between humans and the other races of this world. We need
to find some answers, and find them soon. Time is running out. I
know there must be something I can do to help.
RIDLEY: You can help?
GENIUS: I am sorry I had to show you this. [turns to her] But you needed
to know what happened. You're the only human who has ever received
a transpiritation.
RIDLEY: [closes her eyes] ...
[Genius and Ridley walk off, Ridley pausing to look back one more time]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[after a period of time has passed, a scene with Jasne and Lucian in a
meeting with Larks, Dynas and Cross]
JASNE: And those are all the dwarf requests, sir.
LARKS: Hmm, I see... They are asking for a great deal.
JASNE: Yes. We have to avoid making the situation any worse.
LARKS: Do you mean that we should accede to the dwarves demands?
JASNE: We can't give them everything they want. But we should compromise
where we can.
CROSS: [throws his hands about in a no way sort of gesture] Compromise? No,
I refuse to accept that. Why should we be the ones to back down? Why
should we bow our heads before such insolence? We are the ones who
provide the funds that allow the dwarves to dig their mines.
[shot of Jasne looking constipated]
CROSS: We can't lie down before them so meekly.
JASNE: If you are so strongly opposed, I presume that you have some sort
of alternative suggestion?
CROSS: Yes. Let me take the Noire Mouton brigade out to the dwarf village.
JASNE: Send knights to the village? Do you want to start a war?
CROSS: No, not a war. We just need to put on a show of strength to improve
our negotiating position.
LUCIAN: But even if that works as you plan, have you considered how the other
nonhumans will react? This is a time of great tension. Such an action
might well increase the danger.
JASNE: Exactly. I completely agree. If we send out the knights, the
nonhumans could respond in kind.
LUCIAN: Yes, a show of force might work on this occasion. But there is too
much at stake in the long term. I believe that this might be a time
for restraint.
JASNE: Dynas. What do you think?
DYNAS: Sir. I think we should avoid any clumsy efforts to force the issue.
CROSS: [turns to Dynas with raised fist] You would choose the coward's way
as well? If we give in to them now, the dwarves will only demand more
from us in the future! [turns back to Jasne and Lucian] And not only
the dwarves, either... The elves and the goblins, too! Soon they'll
be sending their demands and ultimatums. You mark my words! The dignity
and honor of Radiata will be worth nothing!
[shot of Larks looking pensive]
JASNE: Yes, you do have a point. But still...
LARKS: I've decided. We will dispatch the Radiata Knights, as a show of
force.
CROSS: Yes! A wise choice, my lord.
JASNE: But Lord Larks! The danger...
LARKS: There is nothing to fear. The troops will only be a bluff.
JASNE: Yes, but...even so...
LARKS: Dynas. Have the knights prepare to move out.
DYNAS: Sir.
[shot of Cross looking satisfied]
[scene changes to Ridley walking down a castle hallway. She comes around
the corner as the meeting breaks up.]
RIDLEY: Cross, what happened in the meeting?
CROSS: Oh, it's you. You should expect to become very busy soon, being a
knight captain and all.
RIDLEY: What...do you mean?
CROSS: The knights have been ordered to the dwarf village to demonstrate
Radiata's strength.
RIDLEY: What!? But why?
CROSS: It will be wonderful. I can see the shock on those idiot dwarf faces
already. They'll be begging us for peace soon enough.
RIDLEY: You stupid fool. [bows her head]
CROSS: What was that?
RIDLEY: Why are we sending soldiers to negotiate? [stomps her foot] Listen!
It won't be just the dwarves. Soon we'll lose the trust of all the
fairy creatures.
CROSS: Be careful what you say. These are the orders of the Commander-in-Chief
himself.
RIDLEY: Cross, you really want to fight a war, don't you?
CROSS: As a knight, I must always be prepared to defend my country. I
understand, Ridley. I know you've been under great pressure since your
promotion. [reaches to grab her shoulder]
RIDLEY: [smacks away his hand] Don't touch me!
CROSS: You...insolent wretch! [glares and walks away]
RIDLEY: [punches wall] Why? Why have we allowed it to come to this? [grabs
her head, looking dizzy] ...No, not now... It's happening...again.
Someone...inside my head.
[Lucian opens a door behind Ridley, then spots her and hides behind the
doorframe]
RIDLEY: Fugael...tatous...mikwa...aeldah. [stands in a daze with her eyes
closed]
LUCIAN: [listening in] Those words. She knows the ancient elf tongue, long
vanished from this world. [he checks the rest of the corridor for
people] So it worked. The transpiritation was a success.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon sleeping, we see a shot of Earth Valley, then of Dynas and Cross
speaking with Gonovitch]
DYNAS: You're saying that you and your people will refuse to consider our
offer?
GONOVITCH: Yes, I am! It's not nearly enough.
CROSS: But the amount of money you dwarves demand is completely unreasonable!
GONOVITCH: We barely have what we need to live. We have no choice but to
raise our prices.
CROSS: Very well. But there is something you should know. Outside you village
stands a brigade of Radiata's finest knights. They await only my order.
I'm sure you don't want anything to happen to this valley of yours.
GONOVITCH: So it comes down to violence, does it? You so-called knights
sully the name. You're no more than thugs.
CROSS: [raises his fist] How dare you? I'll cure you of your insolence!
DYNAS: Cross. that's enough!
CROSS: But, sir!
DYNAS: Cross!
[Cross backs down]
GONOVITCH: The knights have lost all honor. Things have changed much since
the days of Gawain.
CROSS: Gawain? You dare to bring up his name at such a time? Gawain brought
nothing but shame upon the knights. He was a man without honor!
DYNAS: ...
GONOVITCH: Listen, young human, you mark my words... Your passion blinds you.
You can see only your own truth and no other. But that blindness
will bring tragedy down upon you and your whole race.
CROSS: [pulls out his sword] Damn you! You senile old fool!
DYNAS: [moves over to try and stop Cross] Cross, stand down!
CROSS: ... [relaxes]
DYNAS: [turns back to Gonovitch] Gonovitch, sir... I ask you, one last time.
Will you accede to our demands?
GONOVITCH: We have already offered as much as we can. We cannot possibly
give more.
DYNAS: I see...
CROSS: Enough! It's time to show them that it won't be humans who taste
tragedy this day. [leaves]
DYNAS: Cross, wait!
CROSS: [walks out the gate and stops in front of a battalion of men, sword
drawn] Dwarves are the enemy of humankind! It is time to strike! Show
no mercy to the traitors! [moves into position, then waves them
forward]
[The men run through the village, chasing dwarves and waving around axes.
Dynas steps from Gonovitch's home and stares around in shock and horror]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon sleeping again - Jack wakes to someone knocking on his door]
JACK: What? Who can that be, at this hour? [walks over to open the door,
then gapes at the person on the other side] Hey, you're Donovitch,
right? What are you doing here? Wait! Forget that! What happened to
you? You're a mess!
DONOVITCH: If you're so surprised to see me like this, then I suppose you
haven't heard yet.
JACK: Heard what? What do you mean?
DONOVITCH: what am I talking about? Your royal knights have invaded Earth
Valley.
[shot of Jack looking unhappy]
DONOVITCH: I barely escaped with my life.
JACK: [looks surprised] Huh? [frowns and narrows his eyes] I don't believe
it! The knights wouldn't do that! I mean, take the captain...he always
said that dwarves were our friends.
DONOVITCH: Friends? I think not, young man. Slaves perhaps, but not friends.
You humans cannot see anything beyond your own personal profit
and gain. Humans used to be content to control our lives from
afar... But now we are shackled like slaves, and humans make us
work the mines day and night. Jack, we need your help, desperately.
You have to stop the knights.
JACK: Me? Of course I'll help! I'll do whatever I can!
DONOVITCH: Thank you, young friend. We should leave as soon as possible.
[upon entering the screen with Earth Valley, you see Jack and Donovitch
walking along]
JACK: But I can't believe you managed to get away from them.
DONOVITCH: I didn't do it alone, lad. I had the help of everyone. It was all
thanks to them. I was going to find old Gawain and ask him to help
us. But wouldn't you know it, he's off traveling somewhere.
JACK: A lot of stuff happened to the captain and me, too. We kind of had
to leave the knights.
[Donovitch stops, Jack walks a bit further, then stops and looks back at
him]
DONOVITCH: Is that so? The knights have fallen into bad ways.
JACK: Hey, you know this Gawain guy...
DONOVITCH: Hm?
JACK: Never mind. Forget it...
DONOVITCH: In that case, we'd best get moving. [starts walking again]
JACK: [follows him again] Hey, you know what I think? I bet the whole thing
is some kind of misunderstanding.
DONOVITCH: [stops again] No, Jack. You'll soon see with your own eyes, and
then you'll know. You'll see how cruel the knights have become.
[scene changes to the cliff above the entrance into Earth Valley, where
Jack and Donovitch stop to look down]
JACK: Hey, I know him. That's Leonard! I guess the knights really are here.
DONOVITCH: Now do you believe me? We need to find a way to get inside.
JACK: [turns to him] Hey, hey, let's take it slowly, okay?
DONOVITCH: Open your eyes, Jack. You haven't seen anything yet. You haven't
seen how we're enslaved and coerced. Are you afraid of seeing the
truth?
JACK: [waves his hand in a be quiet gesture] Shh, calm down, okay? He'll hear
us. [looks back down at the gate]
DONOVITCH: Calm down!? You want me to be calm? While my friends are turned
into slaves? What is wrong with you? Are you a coward?
JACK: [looks back at him] It's not that. I just want to check things out
first, you know?
DONOVITCH: [turns away, shaking his fist] NO! If you won't do it, then I'm
going to break that gate down myself! [makes to start down the
path]
JACK: [grabs Donovitch's hair to stop him] Hey, hold your horses!
[suddenly, Donovitch stops struggling and they both look down into the
valley again]
DONOVITCH: Hmm? What's this?
[a dwarf is seen walking towards the gate]
JACK: ...? Check it out. Looks like there was another dwarf who managed to
escape.
[Leonard runs forward to intercept the new dwarf]
DONOVITCH: Another dwarf? I don't know him.
JACK: Huh?
DONOVITCH: I've never seen him before in my life.
[down below]
LEONARD: Listen, I gave you one chance already. Are you looking for a fight,
or what?
BAADE: Are you just going to stand there yapping? Come and get it!
LEONARD: All right then, you asked for it! [swings his axe only to be knocked
back]
BAADE: Too slow!
[the gate opens and a bunch of guards come out to surround Baade, who
casually knocks them all out]
BAADE: [waving them forward] Come on! I've got plenty for all of your!
[back on the cliff]
JACK: Whoa! Ouch! Wow! ...That dwarf knows how to kick butt!
DONOVITCH: Yes...could it be? Could he be the one? Is he the savior of the
dwarves?
[back in the valley, Dynas and Cross run out of Earth Valley]
DYNAS: What is this? What's going on here?
[Baade finishes knocking the guards out and turns to look at the
newcomers]
CROSS: Insolent dwarf! You dare stand against me!?
BAADE: Insolent dwarf? This human has forgotten his place.
CROSS: How dare you!?
[Baade is surrounded by green light, then shifts into a dragon while Cross
and Dynas look on in shock]
DYNAS: What is that?
CROSS: It's a...dragon!
BAADE: I've had enough of you human filth! I'm going to grind you down to
dust!
DYNAS: [raises his arm] Stand fast, men! We do not fear dragons! Remember
Cairn! Remember that Cairn defeated the water dragon! The water
dragon was slain by the hand of man. And that will be the fate of this
earth dragon, too! [points towards Baade] Now is our chance. show the
world the temper of our steel! Now, men! Strike now!
[Baade casually knocks the men aside]
DYNAS: [raises his flail] Dragon, prepare to die! [bashes Baade a few times,
only to be knocked away when Baade hits him with his tail] Urgh!
CROSS: General! You fiend! [jumps forward to fight, sword held high] Yaargh!
[Baade knocks him away] Urgh!
[a light shines from Cross]
BAADE: No! T-The orb!?
[Cross fades into unconsciousness while Baade is turned to stone, then
crumbles to dust]
DYNAS: [stands] We...we won?
[scene showing the dead or unconscious guards all over the battlefield]
DYNAS: Yes, apparently so. But, at what cost?
[back on the cliff]
DONOVITCH: No, this cannot be! The earth dragon has been killed!
JACK: [stands] E-Earth dragon? So it was a dragon...
DONOVITCH: He was the defender of Earth Valley, the guardian of the whole
dwarf race. He came to rescue us. He came to protect us from the
rage of the humans. But he failed... Ah, this is a sad, sad day.
[turns to walk down the path]
JACK: [turns to Donovitch] Hey, where are you going?
DONOVITCH: Where do you think? I have no place to go but Earth Valley.
JACK: But if you go back now...
DONOVITCH: [glances back] I know. But the dragon that protected our valley
is slain. The ore deposits will soon be exhausted, and our valley
will become a valley of death.
JACK: So don't go.
DONOVITCH: It is my home, lad. I was born there, I lived there, and I will
die there. You humans are too reckless for us dwarves...
[Jack looks troubled]
DONOVITCH: ... [continues down]
JACK: Donovitch...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Jack's house the next day - there is a thumping on the
door and Jack sits up from his bed]
JACK: Huh? What's going on? [gets out of bed]
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: Master Jack Russell! Are you there?
JACK: Yeah, yeah, yeah! I'm coming, hang on! [walks to door] Man, what's
with the racket? [opens door]
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: A message from Lord Larks, Prime Minister of Radiata. He
requests your presence this evening.
JACK: My presence? You mean, I should go to the castle?
HEAVY GUARDSMAN: That is all. Thank you, sir! [turns and leaves]
JACK: Wow, a summons to the castle... What can that be about?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[at seven o'clock]
JACK: Okay, then. I guess I should head to the castle.
[someone knocks on the door]
JACK: Man, I'm popular today. Yeah, yeah, who is it?
RIDLEY: Jack...it's me.
JACK: Huh? Ridley!? [hurries to open the door]
RIDLEY: I'm sorry to bother you at such a late hour, Jack.
JACK: Don't worry about it. Come on in. [leads the way in]
RIDLEY: [follows] Thanks... Well...your dump is just about what I expected.
Don't you ever clean up?
JACK: [hands on hip] Excuse me. As if you've ever seen a vroom, Your
Highness.
RIDLEY: ...
JACK: Ridley?
RIDLEY: huh? Oh, sorry.
JACK: What's up? Don't tell me you're out of snappy comebacks.
RIDLEY: Guess so...
JACK: [crosses arms over chest] Hey...you're acting weird.
RIDLEY: Jack, you said that if I ever wanted to talk, I could come and see
you.
JACK: [uncrosses arms] Yeah, I did.
RIDLEY: The thing is...I need to talk to you. Will you hear me out?
JACK: [thumps his chest] Of course I will! If there's one thing I remember
from the knight's charter, it's this... "Knights of the same brigade
are as family." Right? Although, I'm not a knight anymore...
RIDLEY: [looks down] Yes, because of me.
JACK: I told you, don't worry about that. [motions to his bed] Sit down.
RIDLEY: [walks over and does so] ...
JACK: [smiles a bit] What's wrong? You're really not yourself today.
RIDLEY: Jack...
JACK: Uh, yeah?
RIDLEY: I...quit the knights.
JACK: [startled] You what!? Why?
RIDLEY: I'm going to leave the castle, too. Well, actually, I already have.
JACK: Whoa, hold on a sec! If you leave, where will you go? Theater Vancoor?
RIDLEY: No. I'm going to the City of Flowers. I need to see Zane, leader of
the light elves.
JACK: Huh!? But, how are you planning on getting into the city?
RIDLEY: [hangs head] I don't know. I'll find a way. I have to talk to Lord
Zane!
JACK: But why? You don't want to mess with those elf guys.
RIDLEY: Do you remember the transpiritation?
JACK: Yeah. After we met the orc and it almost finished you off.
RIDLEY: Ever since I received the ritual, I've been feeling different. As if
my own body... Belonged to someone else. As if it wasn't my own
anymore.
JACK: ...
RIDLEY: And then there's algandars... It's been infecting more and more
people recently.
JACK: You mean that thing that makes people crazy?
RIDLEY: I think the disease has something to do with the transpiritation,
too.
JACK: [frowning] Hold on, slow down there. Now you're sounding really
paranoid.
RIDLEY: [bows forward, shaking her head] No, Jack, there's a connection, I
know it. It's my fault, all my fault... [stands up and clenches fists]
Genius showed me Lord Nogueira's grave.
JACK: Lord Nogueira is dead?
RIDLEY: [looks up] Jack, please. Tell me what I should do. I'm...I'm
afraid...of myself. [looks down at hands] I don't know what's going
to happen to me... I can't see the future... And that terrifies me.
[covers her face with her hands briefly, then darts towards Jack]
Jack! Please help me! Jack! Do something, I'm begging you! [grabs her
head]
[Jack frowns, then slowly reaches his hands up to hold her, but she jerks
away before he can]
JACK: Ridley?
RIDLEY: ...I'm sorry. [looks away]
JACK: Ridley?
RIDLEY: I'm...okay now. I'm sorry. I have to go. [turns and starts to leave]
JACK: What? Wait...
RIDLEY: [glances back] Goodbye...Jack. [leaves]
JACK: Goodbye? Hey, wait!
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Follow Ridley' takes you on the nonhuman path, 'Meet
Larks at the castle' takes you the human path. Below is first the
nonhuman path, then the human path.]
Jack: [holds hand to heart] Hey! Why am I even thinking about this?
"Knights of the same brigade are as family," right? Even if I'm not
a knight anymore! Besides, I can't let Ridley go off alone in that
state. I have to follow her! [runs out]
[outside the Echidna Gate]
Jack: Hey, Ridley!
[Ridley pauses, glances back briefly, then continues on]
Jack: Hey, wait for me! I said wait up already! [finally catches up and
stops to gasp for breath] Why are you in such a big hurry?
Ridley: [turns to face him] Jack...what do you want?
Jack: [looks a little grumpy] We hadn't finished talking. We're like family,
remember?
Ridley: Jack...
Jack: Listen, your trouble is my bubble... Wait... That makes no sense.
[scratches head] Whatever! I'm going with you, okay?
Ridley: Huh? [blushes and looks away] Well, do as you please. [turns back
around and starts walking again]
Jack: Hey, I'd rather do as I please than have too many fleas. [starts
after her]
Ridley: ...
Jack: Oh, come on! That was funny, admit it! You've got to lighten up...
[back in the middle of the gate]
Charlie: Is that...Lady Ridley?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching the Nowem Region - a scene with Dynas and Cross talking
to Larks]
Larks: So you eradicated the dwarf settlement in the valley, and killed
the dragon. [looks pensive] I see... The light elves will not stand
by in silence. [glances up] We can no longer avoid a confrontation.
Cross: Yes, those elves will jump at any excuse to strike at the humans.
Dynas: Although the negotiations broke down, the use of force was
reckless... The knights have suffered serious losses. I must bear full
responsibility for the situation.
[Cross looks almost satisfied]
Larks: What's done is done. It cannot be helped. A battle between humans
and nonhumans was all but inevitable.
Dynas: Sir.
Larks: [sits back and looks up] But the appearance of the dragon was
unanticipated. Dynas, are you familiar with the ancient legend?
Dynas: Yes: "The tower breaks the sky; here come the dragons to bring it
down."
Larks: Yes. So why did the earth dragon appear now? And why did it come to
help the dwarves? That is what I do not understand.
Cross: The dwarves were probably raising it as a guard dog. Dragons are no
different than any other animal, after all. Yes, dragons may be
strong, but it was easy enough for me–I mean, easy enough for us–to
slay.
Larks: Perhaps. What do you suggest we do next?
Dynas: We must strengthen Fort Helencia's defenses against a possible attack
by the elves and other dragons.
Cross: [punches desk] Cowardice! General, why are you being so timid?
[crosses arms over chest] We must strike at the nonhumans now and
crush them. We have defeated dragons–nothing can stop us!
Larks: According to the legend, two dragons still remain. Do you think you
can defeat all our enemies?
Cross: Leave it to me, Lord Larks. My sword will soon cut them down...
Dynas: That's enough, Cross! Your arrogance is starting to get on my nerves!
Cross: [flips hair, then turns and bows to Dynas] If the general is afraid
of a fight, he's welcome to stay in the back and guard the rear.
Dynas: Insolent whelp!
Larks: Dynas, Cross! Now is not the time to squabble among ourselves.
[Cross and Dynas turn back towards him]
Larks: The dwarves and earth dragon have been destroyed, and the other
nonhumans are rising in anger. Whatever happens, it is our duty to
defend the kingdom. If the kingdom cannot be saved, there will be
little hope for humanity. We have no choice but to battle the dragons.
It is the duty of the knights, is it not, Dynas?
Dynas: Yes, sir! But, we lost far too many men in the last battle... We
don't have the strength for another attack!
Larks: Now is not the time for excuses. A great menace approaches from Wind
Valley.
Cross: From Wind Valley, sir?
Larks: According to Lord Lucian's report, the wind dragon has arrived there.
Cross: [flips his hair] The wind dragon? They fly to us like moths to a
flame.
Larks: [stands] General Dynas. I am ordering you to attack the dragon.
Take Cross with you and destroy the beast.
Cross: [bows] Sir! The dragon is as good as dead.
Dynas: ...Sir.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching the Cuatour Region - scene of Lucian writing in his
office]
Jasne: [bursts in] Lucian! This is terrible, just terrible! [walks around
the desk] It's a disaster, Lucian! Please, do something! [shakes
Lucian's shoulder]
Lucian: [turns to Jasne] What is it, my lord?
Jasne: It's Ridley... Ridley has run away!
Lucian: Lady Ridley?
Jasne: I just went to her room, and there was a note saying that she wasn't
coming back! What should I do!? Tell me, Lucian, what should I do!?
Lucian: [stands] Please be calm, Lord Jasne. I shall instruct the guards
to begin a search immediately. [gently leads Jasne to the door]
Jasne: You...you'll be able to bring her back?
Lucian: You return to your room and try to relax. I will let you know the
moment I hear anything.
Jasne: [turns to face Lucian] You will? Right away? Do you promise?
Lucian: [nods] Of course. Trust me.
Jasne: All right...I'll be waiting in my room. [leaves]
Lucian: This means that her awakening continues to progress. [turns back to
his desk] I must no delay...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon approaching the entrance to the City of Flowers]
Jack: Phew, finally made it.
Ridley: ...
Jack: [looks around] Huh? There's no one here.
[Fan and Shin float down behind them]
Jack: Hello? We're coming in!
[Jack glances towards Ridley, only to see her snatched back into the arms
of Fan and Shin]
Ridley: ...
Jack: Hey! What are you jerks playing at? You let her go now!
Shin: [holds a icy dagger up to Ridley's neck] Back off! One step closer and
I slit her throat.
Fan: Better do as we say.
Jack: Are you guys completely psycho or what? We weren't doing anything!
Zane: I believe that the ones playing psycho are you humans.
[Jack turns to see Zane walking down the path]
Jack: Who the heck are you?
Ridley: It's Lord Nogueira's brother, Lord Zane. The ruler of the light
elves.
Jack: So this is the light elf leader?
Zane: Humans enslave the dwarves in their own mines! Humans spread algandars
across the land! But why do humans seek to tear down all order in
Tottaus? Why?
Ridley: What...what are you going to do with me?
Zane: I will kill you. Then the humans will know they are at war with the
elves.
Jack: [looks angry] I don't think do! You keep your slimy hands off of her!
Ridley: You want...to fight a war against the humans?
Zane: It is a war for our very existence. First we will topple Fort Helencia
once and for all...
Jack: Hey, you! I said, keep your slimy hands off her! Capeesh?
Ridley: If that's what you want, and what the other nonhumans want, then
I have no choice.
[Jack relaxes briefly, then starts jumping around]
Ridley: I have received the transpiritation. I must stand by the side of
the elves.
Zane: You would join the elves? But no...you are lying, like your kind
always does.
Jack: [walks over] Hey, hey, hey! I'm talking to you!
Fan: Back down!
Shin: Or we fillet the girl.
Zane: What, you persistent imbecile!?
Jack: If you want Fort Helencia that much, I'll go capture it for you, okay?
Ridley: Jack?
Fan: What's he saying?
Jack: They know me there. I can sneak in and take them by surprise. It's
less risky than a full-scale assault.
Zane: [inclines his head] Hmm. He has a point...
Jack: Then, in return, you let Ridley go. How about it?
Ridley: Jack, stop it. you can't possibly take the whole fort on your own.
Jack: [turns to her] I'll figure it out, okay?
Zane: Very well.
Shin: [lowers his dagger] Lord Zane?
Zane: You shall conquer Fort Helencia. In return, I will spare this girl's
life.
Jack: It's a deal!
Ridley: Jack!
Jack: Don't worry. I'll be back before you know it. [looks at Zane] Listen,
you'd better take good care of her while I'm gone.
Shin: Don't even think about running.
Fan: Yeah!
Jack: Ha, who's running? You guys are the ones who'd better not take off.
Later. [runs off]
Ridley: Jack...
[on the Nowem side of the bridge between the Nowem and Cuatour regions,
we see Ganz, Rynka and Flau sneaking around]
Rynka: The guy in that tent... What the heck is he up to?
Ganz: I don't know for sure, but I do know that he's plotting something.
He's up to no good.
[camera zooms in on the tent in question a bit, then changes the angle
for a closer look]
Male Knight: But that's when they all appeared!
Cross: We'd brought the blood orcs all that way, just so we could unleash
them on the City of Flowers... Who would have guessed those buffoons
would be wandering around there?
Male Knight: Them showing up was a real surprise!
Cross: You're telling me. What a disaster that was! Ha, ha!
[camera turns to the side of the tent, where Ganz and co. were listening
in]
Ganz: Sir Cross brought that blood orc? What was he thinking? [looks down]
It's his fault that Lady Ridley was hurt... [steps forward]
Unbelievable! Everything is clear to me now! This settles it... I know
what I must do! [runs off]
Flau: Wait, Ganz! Wait for us! [she and Rynka follow]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon approaching Fort Helencia]
Jack: [hands on hips] Okay, then... I talked it up pretty good back there,
but now what do I do? I mean, how do you invade a fort? It's not like
I've done this before... [approaches]
Gate Guard: [walks out to stand in the doorway] Halt! Who goes there?
Jack: Hey, how're you doing! I'm Jack. I'm a new sergeant with the warrior
guild. I need to get inside.
Gate Guard: Sergeant Jack? Never heard of you. You can't come in, so go
home. [waves him off]
Jack: [turns away and hangs head] Sheesh... I guess it takes a while for
word to get around. [turns back to guard and hold out arms
entreatingly] Listen, I know I don't look it, but I used to be a
Radiata Knight...
Gate Guard: You don't look like a knight and you don't sound like one,
either! Now scram!
Jack: Oh, man, security guard from hell. This jerk really likes his job.
Gate Guard: You say something?
Jack: Me? No, no... [waves hand in front of himself] So, why don't you just
tell me who the head honcho is in the fort?
Gate Guard: Well, not that the Violet Chevre brigade's been posted here, I
guess that would be Lady Natalie.
Jack: [grins] Natalie... Right! So that old geezer Leonard's here, too.
All right, get Natalie out here.
Gate Guard: [flails a bit] Hey, Lady Natalie doesn't take orders from you!
Jack: Okay, fine. Leonard's here too, right? Can he come out?
Gate Guard: Mister Leonard? Hm... All right, wait here. [walks inside the
fort]
[doors open and close, then the guard comes back out with Leonard]
Jack: [waves] Hey, pops, what's up?
Leonard: Don't call me pops. Where is the world have you been? We've been
looking all over for you.
Jack: Huh? For me? [points to self]
Leonard: Yep. Come on in. [waves him in]
[once inside, Jack is taken to Natalie. Both she and Leonard have their
weapons out]
Natalie: You! Now answer me! Why did you kidnap Lady Ridley?
Jack: What? Kidnap her?
Natalie: We have witnesses. We know you abducted her.
[Jack gapes]
Leonard: [holds axe to the back of Jack's neck] Listen, Jack. You'd better
come clean if you don't want to make things worse for yourself.
Jack: [turns to face Leonard] Hey, wait a second! What are you talking
about? Abducted? You guys think I kidnapped Ridley...? She quit the
knights and left the castle on her own. She said she wanted to go to
the City of Flowers.
Natalie: Don't lie! Lady Ridley would never pull a crazy stunt like that.
Jack: [turns to Natalie] I'm serious, that's what she said. I got worried
and followed her.
Natalie: [turns to clench her hands together in bliss] She couldn't
possibly desert the kind and adoring Lord Jasne.
[Leonard relaxes]
Natalie: She was moving up in the knights, she had just been given her own
brigade... [turns back to Jack, frowning] Why would she throw all
that away?
[Leonard returns his axe to the back of Jack's head]
Natalie: [unsheathes her sword and points it at Jack] Now spit it out. Let's
have the truth. We don't have time for these ridiculous lies!
Jack: I'm the one that doesn't have time! Ridley's been captured by the
elves... ...and, er... Er...whoops, I shouldn't have said that. Oh,
who cares!? [leans forward] Listen! If I don't take over this fort,
the elves are going to kill Ridley, okay?
Natalie: Huh?
Jack: [acting desperate] Look, you don't have to believe me. Just hand over
the fort.
Leonard: Whoa, whoa, now hold on, Jack. You're not making much sense there,
buddy. Wait...I know... You're angry about being fired from the
knights, so you kidnapped Ridley for revenge, right?
Jack: NO! Will you listen!
Natalie: He's not giving us any choice, Leonard. I guess we're going to
have to get a little rough with him.
Leonard: I'm sorry we have to do this, Jack. But it's for your own good.
Jack: [lowers head angrily] Argh! We're wasting time! [turns away, drawing
his sword] Enough already. Just give me the fort, now!
Leonard: Jack! What are you doing?
Natalie: Who cares? Take him down, Leonard!
[BATTLE]
Natalie: [crumpled on the ground with Leonard] Urgh... The little kid...
beat us...
Jack: [hands on hips] Ah-ha! So who do you think's the toughest now? Oh,
yeah! [snaps his fingers] I've got to give my victory speech. I've been
thinking about it for a while.
Natalie: Wh-What are you talking about?
Jack: [crosses his arms and looks menacing] I'll spare your life, but you
have to do exactly as I say.
Natalie: Exactly as you say...? [blushes] No! Not that! [hugs herself and
starts shaking from side-to-side] NO! Stop! You horrible monster!
You beast!
Jack: [freaks out a bit] Whoa, calm down! You've got it all wrong! I just
want to see you grovel a bit...
Natalie: [relaxes] Oh, I see... I just assumed... Hey, wait a minute! I'm
not doing that either!
Jack: Yeah? Okay, fine, have it your way... But if you don't want to beg
for your life...
Natalie: You wouldn't! Oh, you evil scoundrel! Sometimes my good looks are
such a curse...
Jack: Well? I'm waiting.
Natalie: Oh, all right, all right. Oh dear Master Jack, please don't kill
me, please spare my life... [holds hands in front of her face and
bows again and again]
Jack: How about. "Oh Lord Jack, most great and powerful warrior"? And try
to put more effort into it.
Natalie: Grr! [bows on her hands and knees] I don't believe this! Oh
Lord Jack, most great and powerful warrior, please spare my life!
Jack: Naw, that's no good. You've got to be cuter when you do it. Like,
"Oh, pretty, pretty, please." Try that.
Natalie: [sits back up] You're pushing your luck...
Jack: Come on, I don't have all day. And don't forget the pose, either.
Natalie: [holds her hands to one side and nestles her face against them]
Oh, pretty, pretty, pretty please. [looks up, fighting between
looking cute and looking angry]
Jack: [steps back and points] WHAHAHA! What the heck was THAT!?
Natalie: You are so dead.
Jack: [rubs his hands together] Anyway, I guess it's about time for you to
hand over the fort.
[loud noises come from the door into the rest of the fort]
Natalie: [stands] Hehehe... I don't think I'll be doing that.
Jack: Huh? [turns towards door]
Garrison Soldier A: Captain! Are you all right?
Garrison Soldier B: Captain Natalie! Is the intruder in there?
Jack: Uh-oh.
Natalie: You fool! I was just playing along with your little farce to buy
us some time.
Jack: [hangs head] Oh, darn...
Natalie: Ha! The tables are turned now. Time for you to get what you
deserve, kidnapper!
[door opens and guards run in, surrounding Jack]
Garrison Soldier A: Captain Natalie! You! What do you think you're doing here?
Jack: Oh, this looks bad. [runs through them and out the door]
Garrison Soldier A: Hey!
Natalie: That's Lady Ridley's kidnapper! Don't let him get away!
Garrison Soldier B: Get him! [they all run after Jack]
Jack: [runs out of the fort, only to stop at the sight that awaits him]
Light elves?
Gil: We figured that a human couldn't take down a fortress all by himself.
Row: Lord Zane told us to come and keep an eye on you, make sure you didn't
try to run away.
Jack: I wasn't running! I'm just making a strategic withdrawal so I can
launch another attack.
Pitt: Yep, it looks like you really are trying to take on the entire fort.
Gil: Well, well. It's not every day you see a human keeping his word.
[Natalie, Leonard and guards come up behind Jack]
Natalie: Light elves? What are they doing here?
Pitt: All right. Let's get rid of this lot.
Jack: [stares at them] Huh? Are you serious? Are you trying to start a war?
Row: Haha... That was our plan from the beginning.
[BATTLE]
Natalie: ...Damn it! The light elves have begun their uprising.
Leonard: Jack, look at yourself. Can't you see what you're doing?
Jack: What I'm doing...?
Leonard: Look at who you're with! You've turned against your own kind!
Jack: [looks shocked] No...no I haven't!
Natalie: Soldiers, pull back! We have to defend the fort.
[the humans all pull back]
Pitt: We're going to start the attack on the fort. You can go back to the
City of Flowers.
[Jack turns to face them]
Row: Go on. Back to the city. Lord Zane is waiting for you.
Jack: But...they... Okay. [leaves]
Pitt: Take care!
[outside the City of Flowers, Shin and Fan wait for him]
Shin: So you really came back. I guess we can let you in.
[Shin and Fan part to let Jack by]
Fan: Lord Zane is waiting for you inside. Go on in.
Shin: What's wrong with that guy?
Fan: Don't know.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Zane's home]
Zane: Well, well. You surprise me, Jack. I suppose that we can trust you
from now on.
Jack: ...
Zane: Of course, I shall keep my word. I will spare the human girl.
[the light elf by the door nods and waves to someone off screen]
Ridley: Jack! Are you all right!? [walks in]
Jack: [turns, looking numb] Hey, Ridley...
Ridley: What's wrong? Are you hurt?
Jack: No, it's not that...
Coco: [comes running in] Lord Zane! Terrible news, sir!
Zane: What is it, Coco? What happened?
Coco: The humans! They've sent a force to Wind Valley! They've killed Lord
Cepheid!
Zane: [frowns and brings his fist forward, which shakes] What? L-Lord
Cepheid? Are you sure of that?
Coco: Yes.
Zane: This is because I sent Gil and the others to the fort. Damn those
humans! Very well, if that is what they want. We shall take that fort
and crush them once and for all! I want all the elf forces sent to Fort
Helencia now!
Coco: Yes, my lord!
Zane: The humans have killed Lord Cepheid the wind dragon. There will be
consequences. Prepare yourselves for what is to come.
Ridley: The wind dragon...?
[scene changes to inside the castle]
Jasne: And so you decided to come back empty-handed? What were you thinking!?
Natalie: [bows] I-I'm very sorry, my lord.
Jasne: [shakes himself] Grrr! Why did you let them get away!?
Lucian: If the light elf warrior Gil was there, there is little that could
have been done. The humans have lost Fort Helencia. But on the other
hand, we have managed to slay the wind dragon.
Jasne: [goes back to shaking himself] Who cares about dragons!? You
imbecilic dumbbell! You useless ninny!
Natalie: [looks hurt, then bows again] I am very, very, very sorry, Lord
Jasne! Please forgive my carelessness.
Jasne: ...Very well. [flings hand to the side] I will give you one more
chance! I want you to find that perverted little twerp and bring him
to me! Is that clear?
Natalie: Y-Yes, my lord! [bows again]
[scene change to inside Fort Helencia, Jack's room]
Jack: [sits up in bed suddenly] Whaaa! ...it was just a dream... [breathes,
then looks around] Where am I? [shots of the room] Oh, right. Fort
Helencia. That Zane guy brought me here. Well, I guess they really
are going to war with the humans...
Ridley: [walks in] Jack, are you up? The strategy meeting is about to start.
Jack: [gets out of bed] Huh? Oh, hey, Ridley.
Ridley: What's the matter, Jack? You've been kind of down since yesterday.
Jack: Yeah. It's just that Leonard said that I'd turned against my own
kind... With Zane starting this war, I've ended up fighting against my
own friends.
Ridley: The world is starting to change. There's nothing any of us can do
to stop it.
Jack: [hangs head] Yeah, but still...
Ridley: Listen... [walks forward] We all have our own mission in life.
Everyone has a belief in how things should be. Humans have human
dreams. Elves have elven dreams. I have mine...and, Jack, you have
yours, right? [nods]
Jack: I guess so... Protecting you! [looks determined] That's my mission, I
guess. [hangs head, looking sad again]
Ridley: [smiles] If that's true, then I'm very grateful.
Jack: [looks up] Ridley...
Ridley: [determined] Jack, listen to me... I can't turn away from this war.
Jack: [looks a little sad] Yeah... [looks determined] Okay, then! [leans
forward, fist up] I'll have to come along and protect you! That's going
to be MY job.
Ridley: Jack.
Jack: [hops a bit] Right. You said something about a meeting? I think I'll
have to check that out. [marches from the room]
[in the meeting room, the light elves sit on one side of the table, the
dark elves on the other, the two humans at one end and Zane and an
empty chair at the other. The elves seem to be waiting for someone]
Jack: [waves his arms about] Are we ever going to get this meeting
started!? I'm all ready to go here! Come on!
Zane: Be patient. We're waiting for the guest of honor.
Jack: Guest of honor? What's he going to do? Give a speech?
[Ridley closes her eyes and drops her head]
Zane: The guest of honor will be leading the discussion. You weren't so
keen on the war yesterday. Humans change like the weather...
[the door opened and everyone looks over]
Large Man: Greetings to you all! I'm sorry to have kept you waiting.
Jack: [stands and looked shocked] It's the geezer with the funny money!
Large Man: Hello, is that the young laddie I met in town? [walks over and
picks Jack up in a hug] You were a great help to me that day!
Zane: [looks at Ridley] Lord Parsec and the boy know each other?
Ridley: [turns from watching Jack to Zane] Apparently...
Zane: Lord Parsec. We should be starting the meeting now...
Parsec: [finally drops Jack] Aye, I reckon we should... [walks over to
the head of the table and makes to sit next to Zane] What's this? A
human girl?
Zane: Ah, yes. This is the girl who received the transpiritation from my
brother.
Parsec: Oh? I heard about that, I did. So then, you must be Hap.
Ridley: The name's Ridley.
Parsec: What a delightful young lady! Parsec, the fire dragon, at your
service.
Jack: [stands and does his shocked stance again] What? The old guy's the
fire dragon!?
Zane: Now, let's begin this strategy meeting.
[Jack sits back down]
Zane: What we decide here will affect the fate of all fairy creatures–
indeed, the fate of the entire world. [turns to Parsec] But first, I
must offer my sincere condolences to you, Lord Parsec. [looks down]
The death of Lord Cepheid is a great loss...
Parsec: Oh, you don't have to worry about him one bit. He's only sleeping,
that's all.
Zane: What do you mean?
Parsec: What's this? Don't tell me the immortal elves have forgotten how
our world works?
Ridley: How it works...?
Parsec: Oh, I reckon I'll just have to explain it. Our world is governed
by the great cosmic elements. You know that much, don't you? Wind,
water, earth, and fire. We four dragons are responsible for watching
over these four elements.
Ridley: The cosmic order...
Parsec: Yes, that's right. The wind dragon guards the elves; the water
dragon guards the orcs; the earth dragon guards the dwarves; and as
the fire dragon, I am responsible for guarding the goblins.
Jack: [frowns] Wait. But what about us humans?
Parsec: Humans have the most important role of all. They serve as the
vessel for the twin dragons.
Ridley: We're a...vessel?
Parsec: That's right. The twin dragons, the gold dragon and the silver
dragon, keep watch over this world. Just as night follows day, and
day follows night, so the two dragons each take their turn as
guardian. Silver dragon or gold dragon: one or the other always looks
over the world and protects its order. But neither dragon has its
own form. They have to enter a vessel before they can awaken.
Ridley: So without humans to serve as their vessel, the twin dragons would
never awake.
Parsec: Exactly, my little lady. You're as sharp-minded as you are charming.
Jack: Okay. So which one's in charge now? The gold one or the silver one?
Parsec: Now it is the era of the silver dragon. But the time of the gold
dragon is close. When it comes, it will mean the end of this world.
Ridley: The end!?
Jack: But wait. Does that mean it'll be the end for humans, too?
Parsec: Yes. As long as the four elements stay unbalanced, then it's
bound to happen. On the other hand, when the end comes, the four
dragons will awaken from their sleep and live again.
Jack: Hey, that sucks! What kind of system is that!?
Parsec: [shakes head] You can't argue with it. It's your destiny.
Zane: Of course. Humans are destined to die. Algandars is spreading
through the land. The cosmic elements have been thrown out of
balance... It's inevitable.
Parsec: No, that has nothing to do with it.
Zane: [turns to Parsec] What do you mean? The dwarves of Earth Valley are
being trampled underfoot! My brother Nogueira has been killed!
Parsec: But no one knows when Quasar the gold dragon will awaken. In any
case, while there's no vessel, nothing will change.
Zane: [looks down the table] But...there is...
[Jack glances at Ridley, who Zane is staring at]
Parsec: In the meantime, all you can do is play your role and follow your
own convictions. You have to do your very best to fulfill your own
mission. That's what makes you alive.
Jack: [stands excitedly] Yes, I get it! I know what the old guy is trying
to say!
Zane: I doubt it.
Jack: Sure I do! The way I figure, the silver dragon and gold dragon are
like fate, right? We don't know when the gold dragon is going to wake
up, just like no one knows when they're going to die. So all we humans
can do is go out there and do our best every day.
Parsec: I think the little laddie gets it!
Jack: [looks smug, then puts his hands on his hips] See, I'm right!
Zane: If that is the case, it is our never-ending duty to quash the arrogance
of the humans, is it not?
Parsec: I reckon that's right, too. [glances up] However...there is one
thing that has been bothering me a little.
Zane: And what is that?
Parsec: I think that Aphelion, the silver dragon, may be up to something.
Jack: Aphelion's that guy you were looking for a while back, right?
Parsec: Aye. He's taken a certain human as a vessel, and he's controlling
the humans from within Radiata Castle.
Jack: [thinks about it, then pitches forward in surprise] What? The
silver dragon is in Radiata Castle?
[elves along the table look back and forth between the two ends]
Parsec: I finally found out where he was hiding just before I came here.
Jack: But if he's in Radiata Castle, then who is he? Do I know him?
Parsec: Now don't you worry about that. You let me deal with Aphelion.
[Jack sits down, frowning]
Parsec: I'd like to find out what he's up to. I think it's time I dropped
by and paid him a visit.
Zane: Are you going to Radiata Castle? But, my lord... Think of the danger!
Parsec: Oh no, I'll be fine if I stay in human form. In any case, I don't
have much choice. It's my job to speak to him.
Zane: Very well. In the meantime, we shall all be working to fulfill our
own convictions.
Parsec: Right, you do that then.
Jack: [raises his hand] Hey, old guy. I've got a question.
Parsec: What would that be?
Jack: My father, well, he killed the water dragon. Is killing a dragon
like a crime or something?
Gil: [looks up and over] Huh? What did he say!?
Zane: So then... You must be Cairn's son!
Parsec: [shakes his head] It's not a crime, lad. Your father was doing
nothing more than following his own mission.
Jack: Okay...if you put it that way. [smiles]
Parsec: [smiling] ... Jack, I think you should pay a little visit to
Goblin Haven.
Jack: Huh? Goblin Haven? What's that?
Parsec: Goblin Haven! It's the black goblin village, of course. You should
take Miss Ridley with you, I reckon.
Ridley: Take me?
Jack: But...the war's just starting. What are we supposed to do all the way
out there?
Parsec: Well, if you go you'll find out, won't you, lad? I think that going
there is part of your destiny, Jack.
Jack: Hmm... Well, how about it, Ridley? [turns to her]
Ridley: [turns to Jack] Yeah, I guess so. Let's go.
Parsec: No doubt about it, she's a real charmer!
Jack: You know old guy, you could try acting more dragon-like.
Zane: [points down the table angrily] Jack! Watch your tongue!
Parsec: ... [laughs]
Zane: Very well. [turns] Coco, I want you to guide these two to Goblin
Haven.
Coco: [stands quickly] Yes, sir. Right away, my lord.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Coco by the exit]
Coco: Are you ready?
[Yes / No]
Coco: All right, let's go. Goblin Haven is in the Sediche region.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon making to cross the bridge to the Sediche Region]
Dark Elf: Hm? Coco? What are you doing traveling with humans?
Coco: Hey, how are you doing? Lord Zane told me to take them to Goblin
Haven.
Dark Elf: Yeah? Okay then, you be careful.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon passing the pig statue outside Goblin Haven]
Coco: Here it is, Goblin Haven.
Jack: Sheesh, this place really stinks.
Ridley: Ew. What is that smell?
Coco: That's the smell of fried toadstools. The black goblins are always
eating them and making themselves sick. Toadstools are all they eat.
The goblins get so sick that they never do anything else.
Jack: Never do anything, eh? Kind of like Clive, I guess.
Coco: [turns to Jack] Anyway, I'm going to go back to Fort Helencia. I
really hate this stench.
Jack: Okay. Thanks.
[Coco runs off]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the second room - you see something red apparently
hunting Jack and Ridley. Suddenly, Jack is pulled backwards, off his
feet]
Jack: Wah!
Ridley: [turns and sees Jack being held with a giant weapon to the throat]
Jack!
The Red-Haired Man: Who are you? What are you doing here?
Jack: [struggles] Dammit! He snuck up on me! Let me go! Let me go
already!
The Red-Haired Man: Your name! Give me your name first.
Jack: I'm Jack! Jack Russell!
The Red-Haired Man: Jack... [raises an eyebrow] Russell!? [lets Jack go]
[Jack slides across the floor and quickly stands back up next to Ridley]
The Red-Haired Man: Hm. You're quick on your feet.
Jack: [raises fists] Damn right! Now tell us–who are you? What are you
doing jumping out on people like that?
The Red-Haired Man: [thumps his weapon on the ground] All right, son of
Cairn. My name is Gawain, Gawain Rothschild.
Ridley: You... You're Sir Gawain?
[Jack looks shocked and maybe a little sad?]
Jack: [stands at attention] Gawain? You're the one! [looks sad] You're the
one who killed my father. [pulls out sword] Get your weapon ready,
Gawain. It's time to avenge my father!
Ridley: [reaches out to him] Jack!
Gawain: ...
Jack: Gawain! You killed my father. Prepare to die.
Ridley: Stop, Jack! You can't possibly beat him!
Jack: Sorry, Ridley. This guy has to pay for what he did...
[Gawain closes his eyes]
Jack: It's time! Here I come, ready or not! [raises sword above head and
jumps in air]
[BATTLE]
[Jack falls over backward]
Ridley: [runs forward] Jack!
Gawain: He'll be fine. He's just been knocked out, that's all.
Ridley: [stands and faces him] Sir Gawain... So...you were alive, all
this time.
Gawain: [scratches back of head] Alive, yes, and living in disgrace.
Wandering the world, never in one place for long. But, what are you
two doing here?
Ridley: Excuse my rudeness. My name is Ridley Silverlake.
Gawain: The Silverlakes of the Great Eagle of the North?
Ridley: Yes, sir. However, I recently left the family and decided to join
the light elves.
Gawain: I've heard that there is war brewing between the humans and
nonhumans. Does that have anything to do with it?
Ridley: A transpiritation ritual was performed on me. There is the soul of
an elf inside me.
Gawain: Y-You received a transpiritation!?
Ridley: I can't help feeling that my destiny is somehow closely connected
to this war.
Gawain: Ah, yes. Destiny, eh?
Ridley: But...what about you? You wore the Crest of the Lion of the West.
But then you left your country, and now you turn up in this place...
Gawain: [closes his eyes] Well... Sixteen years ago, I lost everything that
I'd ever owned...
Ridley: Lost everything...?
Jack: [jumps up] Dammit! All right, you're pretty strong, Gawain. But
unfortunately for you, I'm not finished yet!
Ridley: Jack, enough! The fight is over.
Jack: I don't think so! I was just getting warmed up!
Gawain: [gets into position to continue the fight] He has a fierce spirit.
He reminds me of his father. [thumps his weapon on the ground] ...You
can fight me as many times as you want, but you won't beat me!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Gawain]
Jack: Gawain! I want another fight!
Gawain: Right! Come and get it, Jack! I'll fight you as often as you want!
[BATTLE]
Gawain: [falls back and lays on the ground] You're...strong... Just like
your father. You did well to beat me.
Jack: ... [raises sword as if to finish the job]
Ridley: Jack! [holds out hand to stop him]
[Gawain closes his eyes, Jack lowers his sword]
Gawain: What's...wrong? Aren't you going to avenge your father?
Jack: I don't want to kill you. You didn't really kill my father, did you?
Ridley: Jack...
Jack: [kneels next to Gawain] Tell me, Gawain. Tell me what happened to my
father.
Gawain: It's been a long time... No one has heard this story for sixteen
long years. But I'll tell it to you... [looks into the distance]
Your father and I each led a brigade of the Royal Knights. We were
comrades, we were rivals, and we were friends.
[pictures without color showing the scenes as Gawain mentions them]
Gawain: We were trusted by the fairy creatures, and in the City of Flowers
we were allowed to come and go as we pleased. Even the elf elder,
Lord Zane, treated us as his friends. But then... Sixteen years ago,
the water dragon suddenly appeared. Those who knew the old legends
trembled in fear. But the dragon had come to protect the cosmic
order. It attacked the humans out of necessity, not hate. Cairn knew
this as well as any of us. But he shrugged off all my warnings...
Cairn struck down the water dragon to save his fellow humans.
Because of that, the elements became unbalanced within him. He became
infected by the algandars disease. In order to protect the order of
Tottaus, Zane sent out assassins to slay his friend Cairn. No matter
what Zane's personal feelings were, he was forced to act. The elves'
dragon had been slain.
[end of pictures]
Gawain: I knew what was happening. But I did nothing. I turned away... I
turned away and let Cairn die. I'm the one who destroyed your family.
I'm the one who stole your father from you. Soon after that, I left
the kingdom and abandoned my family. I had helped murder a father
and a husband. I could only pay for my crime by throwing away what
I loved.
Jack: [smiles sadly] You're a real idiot, aren't you?
Gawain: [turns to him and jerks, looking a bit ticked off] A-An idiot!?
Jack: Mom was as cheerful as ever until the day she died. After that, sis
and I lived together. And my father never really died. He was always
alive, right in here. [touches heart] And now look at me... [looks
back at Ridley] More friends than I can handle.
Gawain: But...
Jack: The captain, your son, he never left your heart, now did he? You
couldn't throw away what was yours, and you sure didn't take anything
from me. I bet you anything that my dad never stopped thinking of you
as a friend, right to the very end. I'm sorry about before. All that
stuff about getting revenge for my father...
Gawain: Jack.
Jack: [sits up straight] Okay. I guess we're all squared then. Even-stevens,
right?
Gawain: Even-stevens it is.
Jack: [stands] Hey, of course! Ridley, I've got it!
Ridley: Got it? What do you mean?
Jack: [turns to her] I figured out why Parsec sent us out here. He wanted
us to meet this guy.
Gawain: Parsec? The fire dragon Parsec?
Jack: [turns to Gawain] Yeah, do you know him?
Gawain: Oh yeah, we used to be old drinking buddies.
Jack: I guess you won't mind me asking then. Me and Ridley are going to
join in the war against the humans. Why don't you join us and the fairy
creatures?
[Gawain is wide-eyed]
Ridley: Jack, don't be a fool.
Jack: But think about it–this old guy can really fight! It'd be a waste if
he stayed here at a time like this.
Gawain: [stands and tosses his weapon over his shoulder] Hahaha! Hohoho!
The young lad is right, he is. The death of the dragons, the war with
the nonhumans... It's all part of my destiny, I think.
Jack: Yeah? So does that mean you'll come with us to Fort Helencia?
Gawain: [thumps weapon on the ground] I've turned my back on my destiny
for too many years now. I'd say it's high time that I faced it. Come
on. [turns towards an exit] To Fort Helencia! [starts walking out]
Jack: [fist pump] All right! Now you're talking! [starts after him]
Ridley: [starts to follow, then pauses and glances up] Destiny...
Jack: Hey, Ridley! Let's go already!
Ridley: [nods] Yeah, I'm coming. [runs after]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching Fort Helencia - you are met by Jarvis and Daniel]
Jarvis: Jack, here you are.
[party stops]
Jack: S-Sarge!? And Daniel?
Daniel: [steps forward] It's...been a while, Jack.
Jack: [walks up to them] I didn't know you guys were coming. You surprised
me...
[Jarvis pulls out his sword and swings it at Jack, who dodges]
Jack: [looks surprised, then angry] What are you doing!?
Jarvis: Jack, answer me. Why are you here?
Jack: W-Well...
Daniel: I-It's not true, is it? You haven't turned against us, and sided
with the nonhumans, have you?
Jack: Daniel...
Daniel: We've come to take you home! Everyone at Theater Vancoor and Acht
are so worried about you!
Jack: Daniel...I...
[Gawain walks over]
Jack: [glances over his shoulder] Gawain!?
Gawain: Let me handle this.
Daniel: W-Who are you? I'm talking to Jack!
Gawain: Sorry, but Jack is with us now.
Daniel: You liar! Let him go! [pulls out his sword, but Jarvis steps in
front of him] Sergeant?
Jarvis: Daniel, stay back. We're taking the kid back home.
Gawain: He's here because he wants to be. Are you going to force him to
return?
Jarvis: Yep. Even if I have to drag him back myself.
Gawain: [readies weapon] And if I stand in your way...?
Jarvis: I know all about you, Gawain, Lion of the West.
Gawain: So you've heard of me.
Jarvis: Yeah. Once upon a time, I wanted to become a knight.
Gawain: You will fight me knowing who I am?
Jarvis: Of course! Jack is a comrade and a friend! Daniel! Things are going
to get rough!
[Daniel readies his own sword]
Jack: Sarge, Daniel... I...
Jarvis: [looks at him] Jack, if you really want to stay and fight us
humans... then prove it to us.
[BATTLE]
[Daniel is lying on the ground and Jarvis gets up from next to him]
Jarvis: Damn! You've grown strong...
Jack: Sarge, I'm not going back.
Jarvis: Even if that means you have to turn your back on humans...on us?
Jack: Yes, I've chosen my path. I lost any doubts I had with this battle.
I know now why I'm here.
Jarvis: Well, you tell us then... Jack, why are you here?
Jack: I'm here...to protect Ridley!
Jarvis: [picks up Daniel on his back, facing away from Jack] Jack, to the
whole of Radiata, you're a felon and traitor. Your friends of
yesterday are going to be hunting you down today.
Jack: ...
Jarvis: But if that's the path you chose, you should stick to it. Be a man!
That's the last piece of advice I'm giving you as your ex-sergeant.
Jack: Sarge...
Jarvis: Sir Gawain, take good care of this idiot.
[Gawain nods]
Jarvis: See y... Never mind. I doubt we'll be seeing each other ever again.
[limps off with Daniel]
[the party watches them go]
Jack: Bye...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into the fort]
Gawain: We've arrived at the fort. I'll go and speak with Lord Zane. We'll
meet later. [leaves]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon speaking with Mikey]
Mikey: You're that human...
[Jack waits for Mikey to continue.]
Mikey: Um, do you think it's really bad for humans and elves to associate?
Jack: No, I don't think that. Why do you ask?
Mikey: Lord Zane despises humans. I know where he's coming from...In the
ancient time, a human woman bore the child of the elf king. As a
result, algandars was born. The plague is fatal to elves. Lord Zane's
brother, Nogueira, became a victim... But...I like the things that you
humans write. I like everything about you, really. That's why...why...
I need your help.
Jack: For what?
Mikey: Algandars Castle, a cursed castle, was the residence of the ancient
king. If we went there we might find a way to lift the curse from
humans and elves. That's what I believe.
Jack: So you want me to help you explore the castle.
[Mikey looks sad.]
Jack: Okay, let's do it. A castle that's been sealed for centuries... I hope
we find some useful clues.
Mikey: We need to find a way for elves and humans to coexist.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Algandars Castle, Jack and Mikey walk forward until they
see a door with shimmering lights.]
Jack: This is one creepy castle.
Mikey: It's been sealed with a curse for a long, long time.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[at the top of a staircase]
Jack: Hey, if he was a king, he must have had a lot of power.
Mikey: Yes, legend has it that he could even control nature phenomena.
Jack: Meaning he could make it rain one minute and sunny the next?
Mikey: Well, it's only a legend. I'm not sure he could really have done
that. Although the elf king had powers closely connected with nature.
The world was in balance then. The king must have been very strong.
Jack: So you're saying...
Mikey: What? [Mikey looks hesitant]
Jack: The elves lost their powers because of humans creating imbalance in
the world. [Jack looks sad]
Mikey: I didn't mean it like that.
Jack: It's okay. Come on! Let's go!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[In the next room]
Jack: How far do we have to go?
Mikey: There should be a stone monument in the deepest room of the castle.
Jack: Should...?
Mikey: I've deciphered the ancient documents but some lines are
incomprehensible.
Jack: Hmm, you're smarter than you look.
Mikey: Well, thanks! Hehe... [walks away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[In the boss room]
Jack: What IS that?
Mikey: I-it must be the demon from the netherworld written about in the old
documents...
Jack: Hey! If you knew we'd run into it, you should have said something!
Mikey: Don't blame me! I didn't think it really existed!
Archdemon: GWAR!!!
Jack: I guess we have to fight!
Mikey: Jack! It's immune to physical attacks!
Jack: What!? Then what are we supposed to do?
Mikey: The crystals! Attack the crystals around it! If we destroy them we
can send it back to where it came from!
Jack: Okay, got it! Here goes!
[BATTLE]
Jack: You should have warned me about this...
Mikey: It surprised me, too.
Jack: I thought you said you deciphered the documents...
Mikey: A-Anyway, let's look at the writing on the stone!
Jack: I can't read any of it. ...Well, it'd be weird if I could.
[Mikey walks forward and touches the stone]
Jack: A-Are you sure you should touch it? Those things are usually cursed,
right? Death to all who come near...
Mikey: It's okay, I think.
Jack: So, what does it say?
Mikey: It looks like...a love letter.
Jack: ...Huh?
Mikey: "My body is weakened day after day by the plague of algandars..."
Even as he was dying, he thought only of the love he held for his
queen and the sorrow that death would soon tear them apart...
Jack: The elf king must have been full of regret.
Mikey: Why?
Jack: It's a terrible thing to be plagued with algandars. But...I think
it's even worse to die and leave your love behind. If it were me...
Mikey: You mean, if the parting was so painful...the king shouldn't have met
his queen in the first place? Is that what you think?
Jack: ... No. Even if you know it's not forever...you should never regret
having loved someone.
Mikey: Yeah. The elf king writes the same thing. Whatever terrible things
may happen, even if sorrow is brought to the elves...he will never
regret having loved this woman. And if only they make it their mission
to do so, the time will come...when elves and humans will conquer
algandars together.
Jack: He loved her with all his heart. We need to learn how to love...
Mikey: ...the way he loved. For the sake of the world.
Jack: Yeah.
Mikey: Come on, let's go home.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Back at the fort]
Mikey: Thanks, Jack! I think I like elves more than before. And humans too,
for that matter. It's nothing special, but I want you to have this.
[Obtain Power Stone]
Jack: Thanks. But I should be the one thanking you. I know there's no
solution yet to the war between humans and nonhumans. But thanks to you,
I've managed to find a path I can believe in.
Mikey: I hope the day comes when humans and elves can coexist.
Jack: Yeah.
Mikey: Well, I'd better get back. Thanks again, Jack!
[Mikey walks away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon talking to Marco in Goblin Haven]
Marco: A human...What do you want?
Jack: Whoa!
Marco: Why are you surprised? Oh, because I speak fluently?
Jack: You can talk like a human?
Marco: Goblins aren't idiots, you know? It's all because of the poisonous
toadstools...
Jack: I'm sorry.
Marco: You don't have to apologize. The real problem is that the goblins
don't try to change their lifestyle. But I'm not giving up! I will
make the goblin society a better one! I research the problem
constantly! Twenty-four hours a day!
Jack: So that's why you have so many books here.
Marco: I have a theory that in the olden days, goblins were similar to
people. At one time, we were even more powerful than the elves.
Jack: I didn't know goblins had that kind of civilization.
Marco: Well, this is just a theory, so I can't prove any of it. If I had
the "History of Goblins" document then maybe I could. If I could get
it. I know where it is, but that doesn't really help. I want to find
a way for us goblins to build a more civilized society.
Jack: If you know where it is, then I don't see what the problem is.
Marco: You put it so simply. But you're right! It can be retrieved! Let
me tell you where it is.
Jack: Huh? What!? Me!?
Marco: You brought it up. It lies deep within the goblin cemetery.
Jack: Sounds like it's in a really dangerous place!?
Marco: That's why I'm asking you. You'll do this for me, right?
[Yes or No way!]
Jack: I guess it was my idea. Fine, I'll go.
Marco: Thank you very much! I'll make sure you're well rewarded. Let me
give you directions to the place.
Jack: Oh, I know where it is. In Dorse region, right?
Marco: Only goblins know that! How do you know about it!?
Jack: ...I think actually a lot of people know.
Marco: O-oh...Humans are shrewder than I thought. BUT! I'll bet you don't
know how to get in! The entrance is secured tightly. You need to know
the password!
Jack: ...
Marco: It's a password only goblins know. The password is...
Jack: Sesame seeds!
Marco: ...
Jack: ...
Marco: H-How do you know that!? You're a human, you're not supposed to
know!
Jack: I read it in a book.
Marco: O-Oh...So you deciphered the ancient writings in the castle.
Jack: No, it was a book in the city library.
Marco: W-W-What!? The ancient goblin secrets can be found in a city
library...? ...Well, anyway. Good luck. If you've been there
before, I trust you know the way...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Last room in the Goblin Cemetery]
Jack: I guess...Yeah, this room is definitely it. I bet the boss guy's here,
too.
[Jack runs forward and a door slides away, revealing a strange figure]
???: GWAR!!!
Gobblehope IX: Human, you come to steal treasure? That is not acceptable!
Jack: I knew it.
[Bone Goblins emerge from the ground to flank Jack]
[BATTLE]
Jack: *sigh* Well, that's done. This is one exhausting favor... Hey, what's
this? Is this...? It is! This has to be the "History of Goblins" book!
Now I can finally head back. This place gives me the creeps.
[Obtain Goblin History book]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon talking to Marco in Goblin Haven]
Jack: That's it, right? The real thing?
Marco: *sigh*
Jack: I went through all that trouble...Don't tell me this isn't it...
Marco: But it is! The most amazing find in goblin history! Thank you, Jack!
Thank you so very much! I will reward you. You see, I've studied
human manners and customs. People are rewarded for doing something
for others, correct?
[Receive 6,000 dagols]
Jack: I hope the book helps you with your research!
Marco: Thank you! I'll put it to good use!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon talking to Dyvad]
Dyvad: What should I do about this ore?
Jack: Are you looking for something? You've been mumbling to yourself for
a while there.
Dyvad: Hm? OH! AHA!!!
Jack: W-W-What!?
Dyvad: Are you strong?
Jack: You mean...with a sword? Yeah, you could say I'm pretty strong.
Dyvad: Well, it must be fate that brought you here. I choose you.
Jack: Choose me...for what?
Dyvad: I am a blacksmith. My name is Dyvad. I want to forge a powerful
weapon for the upcoming battle! That was my plan. However...I don't
have the materials for it. I need ore of good quality.
Jack: But you must have some ore stocked?
Dyvad: Yes, but in order to make this weapon, I need ore of incredible
quality! Will you help me get some? It is in the deepest part of the
dwarf mine in Earth Valley. It was once called the shining ore.
Jack: W-Wait a minute. That area is already...
Dyvad: Yes, with the loss of the earth dragon, it will be a dangerous
place. Really dangerous, I think.
Jack: What do you mean, "I think"? It IS really dangerous!
Dyvad: That is why I am asking you. Please help me make this most powerful
weapon.
Jack: Can you at least tell me why you're making it?
Dyvad: The war with the humans will escalate and become much more violent.
I am planning to risk my life for this war. However, before I die...
I want to create an exceptional weapon with my own hands. I want to
create a weapon that surpasses Master Brockle's best weapon. Please
grant me this wish! I will have no regrets in this life. If I make
this weapon.
Jack: Wow, such dedication...
Dyvad: Every blacksmith dreams of creating the ultimate weapon. That is
what I learned from Brockle. I wish he could have been here so I could
show it to him...Since he is not, I will offer my weapon on his grave.
I would like to show my master how I have learned from his teachings.
What do you think? Will you get the ore for me?
[Yes or No]
Jack: I'll do it! [very gung-ho]
Dyvad: R-Really?
Jack: How can I say no after what you just told me? I'll go out there [and]
bring back the ore you need!
Dyvad: Thank you so very much. In exchange...I will make a weapon worthy of
warrior such as yourself. I wish you luck.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the large room at the end of the Dwarf Tunnels]
Jack: With the earth dragon gone, will the shining ore really be here?
[Jack walks forward to the middle of the room and the ground begins to
shake.]
Jack: What the--!? I wasn't told about this!
[BATTLE]
Jack: So this is the shining ore. It looks pretty special, even to a layman
like me. I'd better hurry and give it to Dyvad.
[Obtain Shiny Ore]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon speaking to Dyvad]
Jack: This is it, right?
Dyvad: Yes! Yes! This is it! This is the ore I've been waiting for my
whole life! I do not know how to thank you!
Jack: You don't have to thank me.
Dyvad: No, I have to pay you back. I have something for you here. I am
very proud of this original weapon. Please put it to good use.
[Obtain Deep Lance]
Dyvad: Thank you very much.
Jack: I hope you make an awesome weapon with that ore!
Dyvad: Yes, I will create something spectacular. I will create a weapon that
will make my master proud!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[After sleeping, Jack joins the others for a meal.]
Jack: Boy, oh boy, does that smell good. I'm starved!
Fan: You're late, Jack.
Jack: Huh? Ridley, where are you going?
Ridley: ... [stumbles away and falls]
Jack: Hey, Ridley! Are you okay? Wake up!
Gawain: Hmm...She has a high fever.
Jack: Hey, Ridley, wake up! What's wrong with you?
[In Radiata Castle]
Light Guardsman: Sir Cross. The girl still refuses to tell us anything.
Cross: She's the only family that the peasant boy has left. They must
have been in contact, somehow. Perhaps your methods are...too lenient.
Light Guardsman: But sir, we can't...
Cross: I want her questioning to be completely thorough. Do I make myself
understood?
Light Guardsman: Sir! Very well, sir!
[In Adele's cell]
Adele: ...Jack.
[In Fort Helencia]
[Ridley writhes back and forth on a pallet, screaming.]
Ridley: ...
Jack: Ridley? Ridley? Are you okay? What's the matter?
Ridley: ... [moaning and screaming]
Jack: She...she hasn't been infected by the algandars plague, has she?
Zane: No, not at all. She is experiencing the after-effects of the
transpiritation.
Jack: The after-effects?
Zane: The soul of Hap has not yet been fully integrated into her body.
Ridley's own soul continues to resist.
Jack: I don't really understand, but she's going to be okay, right?
Zane: Yes, of course.
Gawain: ...
Zane: In any case, what she needs now is peace and quiet. We should leave
her alone so she can rest. The vessel will soon be ready. My brother,
your death will not have been in vain.
Ridley: ... [moaning and screaming]
Gawain: This is a great burden for a child.
Jack: Damn it! I promised that I'd protect her...Ridley, hang in there,
okay?
Ridley: ...[moaning and screaming]
[In Radiata Castle]
[Someone knocks]
Lucian: Come in.
Parsec: We meet at last, Aphelion.
Lucian: Parsec. You've finally found me.
Parsec: Aye, but it was quite a search. I looked everywhere, and here you
were the whole time, a lord of the castle.
Lucian: It became necessary that I position myself at the center of human
affairs.
Parsec: Are you going to tell me why? Ah, never mind that. What I really
want to know is why you're inciting this war, and having humans kill
the dragons?
Lucian: ...
Parsec: You know as well as the rest of us. If the balance of forces is
upset, it'll be the end of the world.
Lucian: Humans are fragile, brittle things.
Parsec: Eh? What are you talking about?
Lucian: Dragons, and elves too, are promised immortality. But humans are
destined only for death and extinction. Yet no other race strives
so single-mindedly to raise themselves above their lot. Why? Why is
that, Parsec? Why, when death is their only reward?
Parsec: How long have you been thinking this? Anyway, I'm here to help
protect the order of Tottaus. That is my only concern. But it seems
to me, that you aren't interested in your own duty anymore.
Lucian: I don't think we will meet again.
Parsec: No, we won't. But I'm glad we had this little talk.
Lucian: Take care, Parsec.
Parsec: Aye, you too, Aphelion.
Lucian: ...
[Parsec leaves. Someone knocks on the door a moment later.]
Lucian: Come in.
Dynas: You called, Lord Lucian?
Lucian: General Dynas. A large man has just this moment left the castle. He
is, in fact, a dragon.
Dynas: What!?
Lucian: The pupils of his eyes are like flames. He is the human form of the
fire dragon.
Dynas: The fire dragon!
Lucian: Pursue him immediately, and kill him.
Dynas: Sir! Right away, sir! [Turns and leaves] Call out the troops! I want
every available knight ready to move out NOW!
Lucian: Farewell, Parsec.
[Fort Helencia]
[Ridley shifts]
Jack: Ridley?
Ridley: ...
Jack: Ridley, are you awake? Are you okay?
Ridley: Jack.
Jack: Hey, you're finally back.
Ridley: W-where am I?
Jack: In Fort Helencia.
Ridley: I remember...During the meal...I suddenly felt ill.
Jack: Yeah, you just collapsed. You had us worried.
Ridley: I don't understand...I don't remember anything...What happened to
me? I'm...not me anymore! Jack! What's happened to me?
Jack: Hey, hey, it's all right, Ridley.
[A light elf enters the room]
Shin: We've got trouble! Lord Parsec is being attacked by the royal
knights!
Jack: What? The old fire dragon guy? Is he okay?
Shin: We don't know! But he's been driven into Fire Mountain!
Ridley: I-I have to go...and help him.
Jack: Are you crazy? You're not going anywhere in that state.
Ridley: ...
Jack: I'll go!
Ridley: Jack...
Jack: You've got to rest and let yourself get better, okay?
Ridley: Jack... No one else can die...Nor more...No more deaths for my
sake...
Jack: I won't let them kill the old wheezer! You just leave it to me!
Shin: Jack, hurry up!
Jack: Coming!
Ridley: Jack...Save him...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching the Dorse-Dichett region bridge]
[Jack starts running across the bridge, stopping to meet someone in the
middle]
Elwen: I've been waiting, Jack Russell.
Jack: Chief!? What are you doing here...
Elwen: Vancoor has been asked to lend a hand in subjugating the fire
dragon.
Jack: What...!?
Elwen: Jack, please turn back. I cannot allow you to pass.
Jack: But, Chief! I have to get by! I have to help him...
Elwen: I cannot allow that. If you are not going to retreat...
[She draws her sword]
Elwen: ...I have no choice but to kill you.
Jack: ...!
Elwen: Jack, why are you helping them to destroy us humans?
Jack: D-Destroy...?
Elwen: The dragons will wipe out humanity.
Jack: No they won't! I won't let that happen!
Elwen: You won't? How?
Jack: ...
Elwen: Jack Russell, why do you fight?
Jack: I fight because... [draws sword] I fight for Ridley!
Elwen: You will turn against the whole world for her?
Jack: I don't know if I'm doing the right thing or not. But I made a
promise. I promised to protect her.
Elwen: I see. I have also fought for someone these past long years. Like
you, love is what has kept me fighting all this time.
Jack: Chief...
Elwen: It is time to determine who has the stronger will. Come, Jack
Russell!
[BATTLE]
Jack: Chief...
Elwen: So...Yours is the stronger will. ...Jack.
Jack: Yes.
Elwen: Do you remember what I said to you during the entrance examination?
Jack: True strength comes from protecting another...
Elwen: Yes. It seems that you have found that person.
Jack: ...
Elwen: You have grown strong, Jack.
Jack: ...Chief.
Elwen: Now hurry. The brigades have just reached Fire Mountain.
[Jack bows and runs off. Elwen looks after him]
Elwen: No one can escape their fate... Once again, I am unable to keep
the promise made to my love...
[In the Dichett Region]
Jack: I'm coming, old guy...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Deep inside Fire Mountain]
Jack: I guess the old guy is behind these huge doors. Okay!
[BATTLE]
Cross: You've got nowhere left to hide now! Give up, you fool!
Jack: There he is!
[Parsec transforms into his dragon form]
Parsec: Gwaaar!
Dynas: Look at that...!
Cross: Well, well, the beast shows its true colors!
Jack: Stop! [runs forward and shoves Cross back]
Cross: Hmph! Why are you here? Stay out of our way!
[BATTLE]
[Parsec breathes fire on Dynas, while Cross kicks Jack's ass]
Jack: ...
[An orb falls out of Jack's pocket as he falls]
Cross: An orb! Of course... It was an orb that destroyed the earth
dragon! You've done well, Jack!
Jack: ... [tries to get up]
[Cross runs up to where Parsec is roasting Dynas]
Jack: Don't do it, Cross! If the fire dragon dies, it's...it's the end...
[Dynas and Cross attack Parsec]
Cross: Hiyaaar!
Parsec: Gwaar! [dissolves in flames and starts to disappear]
Jack: No!
[The orb, now glowing red, falls to the ground]
Cross: I did it! I did it! I destroyed the dragon! [picks up orb, amidst
laughter]
Jack: Damn you, Cross!
Cross: Did you see that, Jack? The humans have won. We can't possibly lose
now. We can wipe them out. Goblins, elves, all the nonhumans. We will
trample them into the dirt like cockroaches! Just like we did with
your Adele.
Jack: What did you say!? You stinking rat! What have you done to my sister!?
Cross: All bark and no bite, hey, Jack? [draws sword] The adventure's over.
Let's see if you can at least die properly!
Gawain: That's enough!
Dynas: Huh? S-Sir Gawain!
Cross: Gawain? This is the famous Gawain?
Gawain: Get away from him. That is, unless you want to take me on as well.
Cross: If that's what you want...
Dynas: Stand down, Cross! Sir Gawain is too strong. You can't hope to fight
him and win! Not here!
Cross: We're going to back down?
Dynas: Yes, we are.
Cross: Very well. Jack, you get away this time...
[Cross and Dynas run away]
Gawain: Jack! Are you okay? Speak to me!
Jack: The...the old man...I couldn't...I couldn't save him. [passes out]
Gawain: Jack! Hang on, do you hear?
[In Radiata Castle]
Lucian: ... [moaning and grunting from pain] Parsec...Parsec has been
slain... Now only the vessel remains...Once that is destroyed...
[continues freaking out]
[In the field outside of Fort Helencia]
Jack: Ow, ow, ow! Damn it. I'm still too weak to move. That lousy, lowlife
Cross! I'm going to get him! I can't believe he killed the fire dragon!
It's no good. I have to get my energy back. Right! Got to sleep!
Here I go. [flops back on the ground] Cross. What have you done to my
sister?
[In Radiata Castle]
Dynas: I want to speak to you about the questioning of Adele, Jack's sister.
It has been going on far too long. She has not been charged with any
crime.
Cross: The woman is the sister of a traitor. I hardly think we need to
waste any pity on her. Don't forget, it is my fiancée who has been
kidnapped.
Dynas: Enough! I'm growing tired of your insubordination!
Cross: There are very few in this castle who would dare speak to the dragon
slayer in such a manner...General.
Dynas: In any case, I want Adele released immediately. That's an order.
Cross: I'm afraid you're too late.
Dynas: What?
Cross: It seems that while we were chasing dragons, the mice came out to
play...She has escaped.
Dynas: Very well. I will include that in the report I'm preparing for Lord
Larks concerning your recent behavior.
Cross: Hmph. Do as you wish. But, I didn't realize the general was a
tattletale.
Dynas: Cross!
[Cross walks out, laughing evilly]
Cross: ...
[Fort Helencia]
Zane: Lord Parsec told us himself. It is our duty to quash the humans'
arrogance. The humans have become completely unmanageable. They grow
more and more violent by the day. Extermination is the only answer
now.
Ridley: You are too hasty, Lord Zane. We all know that humans are greedy
and selfish creatures. But, that's because human life is so fragile
and short... Humans aren't immortal. They're like babies. They want
to grasp at everything before their time is up.
Zane: Oh? Are you suggesting that we should just forgive them?
Ridley: No, I'm not saying that. It's just...elves don't understand
desire... The desire to live, the desire to love, the desire to leave
a legacy behind. You don't know these things.
Zane: We don't need such crass emotions. It's because of their childish
needs that humans are as they are.
Ridley: I'm not talking about who is better or worse.
Zane: Well, what are you trying to say, then? Would you prefer that the
humans be destroyed? Or the fairy creatures?
Ridley: I don't want either of those things. But in my heart, I do know one
thing... I'm certain that the humans are not the cause of the
algandars plague.
Zane: Nonsense! You don't know what you're talking about! You were the cause
of my brother's death! You have no right to speak to me of such things!
Ridley: Lord Zane, I understand how you feel. But, I now also know, deep in
my heart, how Lord Nogueira felt.
[They stare at each other, Ridley bows and leaves, leaving Zane and
Gawain in the room alone]
Zane: What do you think?
Gawain: She is gathering her resolve.
Zane: Her resolve?
Gawain: Hap's mind, the mind of the ancient elves, the mind of humans, and
her own mind, too... There's a fierce battle going on inside her.
Once that we just can't imagine. It's all happening in that young
girl's heart. The resolve to serve as the vessel is growing inside
her.
Zane: The vessel? So, you noticed too...
Gawain: Oh, yes. I knew from the moment I saw her. And I'm resolved to see
the young girl all the way through to her destiny.
Zane: Hmm... All this talk of resolve and destiny. You're a human like all
the others, after all.
Gawain: Hmm... What are you going to do?
Zane: The four dragons are slain. I have called together the elite warriors
of all the races. We will launch an all-out assault on the humans.
Gawain: Well, then. Do what you must. [Gets up and starts to leave]
Zane: Gawain. There will be no more mercy for the humans.
[In Radiata Castle]
Cross: The dragons are all slain! The nonhumans are on the defensive.
Their morale is in tatters. We must not miss this opportunity. Gather
the troops. We'll strike them down with one mighty blow!
Heavy Guardsman: But, Lord Cross. Sir Gawain is with the nonhumans.
Shouldn't we develop a strategy or something?
Cross: What do you mean? Develop a strategy? What are you blabbering about?
Heavy Guardsman: This is a grave situation, sir. We can't afford to be
careless...
[Cross brandishes his sword]
Cross: Silence! I will not have cowards in my brigade! Get out of my sight!
[One of the Guardsmen runs away]
Cross: Get as many of the troops together as you can. Do it now!
Heavy Guardsman: Y-Yes, sir! B-But, Sir Cross. Shouldn't we get permission
from General Dynas first?
Cross: Forget him!
Heavy Guardsman: Sir! [runs away]
Cross: The general is finished. No one will listen to him. The people will
follow the dragon slayer now!
[In the field near Fort Helencia]
???: My, my. What happened to you?
Jack: Huh? [wakes up and looks around, seeing no one. Looks the other way,
and...] Whoa! Captain?
Ganz: Hello, Jack. It's been a while.
Jack: Where have you been!? I was worried about you.
Ganz: Well, it's a long story...But before we get into that, I have
something that I think will make you feel a lot better.
[Jack looks the other way again and sees his sister]
Jack: Adele!?
Adele: Jack! [they hug] Jack, look at the state you're in! But you're alive,
that's the important thing.
Jack: How about you? Did they hurt you bad?
Adele: I'm fine. Thanks to Ganz and his friends.
Jack: Oh, right! So, where've you been, Captain?
Ganz: Well, it was like this...
[Scenes from Radiata City, when Ganz was running around with Void]
Ganz: I failed that test, as you know, but in a strange turn of events I
found myself in Void, the bandit guild. Ms. Rynka and Miss Flau took
me under their wing, and I helped them with their bandit work.
Jack: No way! You were a bandit!? I'd love to have seen that!
Ganz: Well, whether it suited me or not was beside the point. It was my
new job, and I did my best. Sometimes, bandits steal information. One
evening, the three of us uncovered a terrible secret concerning Sir
Cross.
Jack: What secret?
Ganz: It was about the blood orc incident.
Jack: You mean THAT blood orc?
Ganz: Yes. The orc that attacked us and almost killed Lady Ridley...It had
been brought there by Sir Cross.
Jack: Are you serious!?
Ganz: We infiltrated Radiata Castle to find out more about what Sir Cross
was up to. That's when we discovered that Miss Adele was being held
prisoner there. I knew that before we did anything else, we had to
rescue my friend's sister. Once we got her out of the castle dungeons,
we brought her straight here to you, Jack.
Jack: Gee, Captain, thank a million! I don't know how I'll ever repay you.
Ganz: Rynka and Flau will look after Miss Adele for you. Nothing will happen
to her now. You can fight knowing that she's safe.
Jack: But Captain, what are you going to do?
Ganz: I am going to stay right here with you, Jack. I've decided to fight by
your side.
Jack: All right! Now you're talking!
Ganz: And...there's someone else here I'm anxious to see. We have sixteen
years of catching up to do.
[Inside Fort Helencia]
Gawain: Ganz.
Ganz: Father.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon talking to Gawain]
Gawain: Come with me, son of Cairn.
Jack: W-Why...?
[Outside the Fort]
Jack: What are we doing out here?
Gawain: Jack! Come at me with all of your strength!
Jack: What's this about!?
Gawain: As you are well aware, the last battle is near. You have to be
strong. It's time to test your strength. Kid! Come at me with all
you've got!
Jack: ...Okay. But Gawain... I'm pretty strong now. It's not gonna be like
before!
[BATTLE]
Gawain: Your father and I used to look up at the sky together. If I close
my eyes, I can still see it in my mind. We were both young. We were
always competing for first place. The brigade captain scolded us for
it. Ah, seems like a lifetime ago...
Jack: Was he...strong?
Gawain: Yes, he was strong. He was a great warrior. But he was also a great
person. It seemed like his shining sword was what always led us to
victory.
Jack: Do you think the day will come...when I'll be ready to use Dad's
sword?
Gawain: Do you have it? The Arbitrator? Can you...show it to me?
Jack: Y-Yeah...Here.
Gawain: When Cairn was infected with algandars... this sword was also
touched by evil... But surely, no sword could hold such wickedness
for so long... Perhaps the blade is clean now...?
Jack: What are you mumbling about?
Gawain: Jack, have you used this sword yet?
Jack: No, I didn't think I should...Not until I've surpassed my father.
Gawain: He has yet to wield it...Is that why the darkness hasn't enveloped
him? No! He cleansed the sword of the evil it held! Jack! The time has
come!
Jack: What?
Gawain: You are ready to wield this sword. I, Gawain, best friend of Cairn,
declare this sword, the Arbitrator...the property of Jack Russell!
Jack: My...sword.
[Obtain Arbitrator]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the strategy room]
Zane: You've come at a good time. I was just about to call for you.
Jack: Me?
Zane: I have a favor to ask.
Jack: ...
Zane: You look hesitant. ...Well, listen. We have a large number of troops
ready to fight for Fort Helencia. But it is always better to have as
much support as possible. I want you to ask JJ, the green orc elder,
for assistance. I am sure he will agree to help us.
Jack: [looks down] ...Orcs...they...
Zane: ...
Jack: I can't...
[Ridley enters the room while Jack's back is turned]
Ridley: You aren't saying that because they tried to kill me, are you?
Jack: Well, they did! I can't trust blood orcs...or any orcs for that
matter! The only thing on their minds is destruction! Green orcs are
the same.
Ridley: So are humans.
Jack: What!?
Ridley: Humans destroy the balance of Tottaus. We and the blood orcs are not
so different. It's just a matter of whether the destruction is done
directly or not.
Jack: Ridley...
Ridley: Please do this, Jack. We need the orcs' help. It needs to be
done...to balance the right and wrong in the world... Do it for me,
at least.
[Select 'All right.' or 'No.']
Jack: All right. I still don't like it...but I promised to protect you.
If this is what it takes, then I guess I don't have any choice. [Turns
to Zane] ...Right?
Zane: Of course. JJ is presently taking refuge in the Elf region. I heard
that they were attacked by blood orcs. The first thing to do is find
JJ.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon talking to JJ]
JJ: Humans! What want? Why here?
Jack: I have a message from Zane.
JJ: Zane? Oh, light elf leader. You human. Why have elf leader message?
Jack: ...
JJ: Hmm... You up to something... Zane says what?
Jack: He says he wants your help with the upcoming war.
JJ: What war? We busy. We protect ourselves from blood orcs. We have no
time helping others. But...you know we be fighting humans. Yet you still
ask for help?
[Select either 'It's my duty' or 'I don't want to fight humans']
Jack: Well...it's my duty...
JJ: That why we not like humans.
Jack: What?
JJ: Humans see things too simply. You kill humans for duty? We knew you
humans were stupid... Humans are hopeless.
Jack: ...Then what should I do!? Is there a way to stop the war from
happening!?
JJ: ...Hm... Humans are indeed stupid. Why you ask me that question? You
think of answer yourself. You take action yourself.
Jack: ...Think for myself and act for myself... [crosses arms over chest
and thinks] ...
JJ: Think, think. Use head for good idea.
Jack: I can't...It's too hard.
JJ: Yes, very hard. Not easy. There would be no fighting if it was easy.
Jack: ...
JJ: But...you different than other humans. Maybe me help. But there is
condition.
Jack: [throws down his arms] What condition?
JJ: Like me said, we have problem with blood orcs. Blood orcs kidnap my
friends... Us too weak to do anything. You help us?
Jack: ...I'll try.
JJ: Blood orcs in Borgandiazo in Desneuf region. Me count on you.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the bottom of Borgandiazo]
Drago: Human! Why you here!?
Bull: You came to die!? Gahahaha!
Jack: ...
Drago: What!? Speak, human.
Jack: Who's the leader here?
Drago: Leader? None of your business!
Bull: Me kill him! Drago, stay back!
Drago: No! This my fight!
Bull: Rawrrr!
Drago: Gwarrr!
Galvados: Out of the way! You dare leave me out of fight!? So, human, why
you here?
Jack: I have a message from Zane, elder of the light elves. He says he
wants your help with the upcoming war. Also, I need back the green
orcs you kidnapped.
Galvados: Gahaha! You look like you have problem, human. You not want our
help?
Jack: ...Not really.
Galvados: Gahaha! You honest! Me be honest, too. [Stomps foot] Me will
never work for light elves! Green orcs are our slaves!
Jack: Yeah? ...Fine, that's what I'll tell them. [Turns to leave]
Galvados: Wait! You leave so soon? [Swipes at Jack] You come with foolish
request. You have to pay!
[BATTLE]
Galvados: Grrr... I lose to a human! Gwarrr! [Stomps foot] Why!? Why!?
Jack: You want more?
Galvados: ... Okay. You stronger than me. Me work for you.
Jack: Say what?
Galvados: You not hear me!? We obey stronger creatures. This our rule. Me
no like, but this is rule. We return green orcs, too. We help
elves. But...
Jack: You're not going to tell me you guys have a condition too...
Galvados: We not slaves of light elves. We decide own action! Tell that
to elves! And... ...me beat you someday! Me get back dignity of
leader!
Jack: ...Whatever. [Walks out] I guess I'd better go see JJ...Tell him that
his friends have been freed.
[PLAYER CONTORL]
[Upon talking to JJ]
JJ: A human...beat a blood orc...?
Jack: You're gonna keep your promise, right?
JJ: Yes, me no lie. Tell elf leader. We join you in battle.
[Jack turns to leave]
JJ: Wait. You human. Yet you fight with nonhumans. Why? In war, we kill
humans.
Jack: I don't know what the right thing for me to do is. But you said to
me that I should think and act on my own initiative. So, I'm doing
exactly what you suggested... I'll find the answer soon!
JJ: Gahaha! Me like you.
Jack: Huh?
JJ: You tell us when you need help. We fight for us and for you! Me want
to see if you can find answer.
[JJ added to Friend's List]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the strategy room]
Zane: Well done, Jack. [Jack walks into the room] The orcs will be a huge
advantage against the humans.
Jack: ...
Zane: Are you so upset that we allowed the blood orcs to side with us?
Jack: I don't think they're siding with us. They seem pretty independent.
I don't know how much they can be trusted.
Zane: That is the way they are. Here's a reward for your troubles. It may
not be what you wanted, but your services should be recognized.
[Receive Saint's Trophy]
[Jack leaves as Ridley enters the room]
Jack: Ridley, and I doing the right thing?
Ridley: It's the right path if you believe it is. The answers will come.
Until then, we just have to keep going forward.
[Jack leaves]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[While Jack is sleeping in his room, something wakes him up]
Jack: What was that!?
[Runs out of the room]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon exiting through the front entrance]
[Sounds of fighting]
Jack: !?
[Shot of Jack's allies fighting the Radiata Knights. He sees Ganz.]
Jack: Captain!
[Ganz strikes down his opponent and turns to Jack]
Ganz: Jack, where have you been!? It's a surprise attack!
[Jack dodges as another Knight attacks Ganz from behind. He crouches on
the ground and watches as Gawain knocks down three people at once in
the distance.]
[A female guard charges Jack with two cohorts.]
[BATTLE]
[Jack strikes them down and stares down at the bodies. Cross calls to
him and he looks up.]
Cross: Hahaha! We meet again, Jack.
Jack: Cross, you scumbag! [Gets into a fighting stance]
Cross: How's that wound I gave you earlier? Healed yet?
Jack: That blood orc from a while back, that was your doing wasn't it!?
Cross: Orc? Oh, that. And unfortunate mistake. They were supposed to attack
the City of Flowers.
Jack: A mistake!? What happened to Ridley was YOUR fault! [Jack attempts to
strike at Cross but misses.]
Cross: [readies sword] Well, well. You want another lesson?
[BATTLE]
[Cross falls onto the ground on his back.]
Cross: Urgh...
[Jack runs up and sits on Cross's chest, raises his sword, and...]
Jack: Yiaah!
[Dynas knocks Jack's sword from his hands before he can strike.]
Jack: General!?
Dynas: Jack! Drop your sword!
Jack: No! He has to pay! [Picks up his sword and prepares to thrust it
down again]
[Gawain grabs Jack by the hilt of his sword from behind]
Jack: Let me go! Let me go!
Dynas: Sir Gawain!
Gawain: We meet again, Dynas.
Dynas: I'm sorry that I must meet my former master under these
circumstances.
Gawain: These are the times that we live in. You must do your duty, as
must we all.
Dynas: Yes. That's why I am ordering an immediate withdrawal. [Gestures
to Cross] This fool launched the attack on his own initiative. We
never wanted this.
Gawain: I don't suppose you did...
Cross: What's the matter? Can't you kill me?
Jack: [starts struggling] That's it! You're dead!
Ridley: Jack, stop!
[Everyone looks towards the entrance to the fort]
Jack: Ridley?
Ridley: Listen to General Dynas. Enough blood has been shed already.
[Jack bends over and sobs]
Jack: ...Screw them all!
[Cross gets up off the ground and walks away. Dynas watches him go and
then turns back to the party regretfully before following. Gawain
releases Jack, who falls to his hands and knees.]
Jack: What was all this for?
[Ridley stares on.]
[In Lucian's office. He sits at his desk with his eyes closed for
several moments. Then he opens his eyes.]
Lucian: It is time.
[PLAYER CONTROL--the following conversations have to occur to continue
the story]
[Speak to Franz]
Franz: Jack, you're all right. I hope everyone else is okay...
[Speak to Serva]
Serva: I was on duty the whole time... I guess I was just caught off guard.
[Speak to Ganz]
Ganz: Jack, are you all right?
Jack: Yeah, what about you?
Ganz: I've been training with the bandit guild. I won't slow you down!
Fighting against our old knight comrades doesn't feel right, does it?
Jack: ...
Ganz: But let's not dwell on the negatives. We just have to keep moving
forward, that's all.
[Speak to Vladimir]
Vladimir: Oh dear, oh dear, I don't like to see blood.
[Speak to Dyvad]
Dyvad: Humans weapons aren't bad either, I guess.
[Speak to Marsha]
Marsha: Humans are merciless.
[Speak to Naom]
Hmm...Maybe I should have dug more pit traps?
[Speak to Keane]
Keane: Thank goodness! The shop seems all right.
[Speak to Coco]
Coco: Ouch...
[Speak to Grigory]
Grigory: Booze! Booze! Booze! There's no other medicine like it!
[Speak to Zane]
Zane: Damn, foolish humans! My comrades are slaughtered around me!
Jack: Lord Zane, are you okay?
Zane: There is no more time to lose... The vessel awakens...
Jack: Lord Zane...?
[Speak to Gil]
Gil: Humans! You will not get away with this!
[Speak to Clarence]
Clarence: Humans are strong. They're stronger than I thought they were.
[Upon speaking to the last person]
[Ridley and Gawain stand on the hillside overlooking the site of the
battle. There are many dead bodies littering the ground from both
sides.]
Ridley: This fighting will never end...
[Gawain bows his head]
Ridley: I have to leave on a journey soon.
Gawain: ...
[Gawain walks back towards the fort]
[Ridley watches him go, then closes her eyes and calls out...]
Ridley: Lady Natalie!
[Natalie is hiding somewhere down the hillside amidst the fallen bodies
and the grass]
Natalie: Er, yes?
Ridley: Say goodbye to my father for me. And tell him, I'm sorry that I
wasn't a better daughter to him.
[Ridley walks back to the fort and Natalie and Leonard pop up from behind
a nearby hill]
Natalie: What was that?
Leonard: It sounded like a farewell.
[The pair exchange glances and then look at the fort with frowns]
[On the Faucon Gate bridge, Cross is entering the city with a pair of
knights as his guard. Dynas comes running up behind them.]
Dynas: Wait! Cross!
[Cross turns around to face Dynas.]
Cross: Is something wrong, General?
Dynas: You launched an unauthorized attack! Our soldiers lie dead! What do
you have to say for yourself?
[Cross steps forward a little closer, looking rather crazy]
Cross: Have you discussed this with Lord Larks?
Dynas: No, I haven't told him yet. But I will the moment we get back to
the castle. [Dynas has his eyes closed as he says this, a moment
later he is stabbed through the chest and opens his eyes.]
Dynas: Urgh!
Cross: Indeed. He shall be informed of General Dynas's treason. [Cross pulls
the sword free]
Dynas: [As he falls to one knee] Cross! You'll rot...in hell!
Cross: [Glancing behind him at his shivering guards] You will hold your
tongues! Whisper one word of this, and I'll deal with you as I dealt
with the dragons!
[One guard bows, the other is too scared to move]
Cross: [Turns away from Dynas's body] Now take this corpse and throw it
somewhere it won't be found.
[In some tomb somewhere--possibly the Path of the Spider]
Genius: Am I right? Can it be true? The unbalancing of the elements...And
the spread of algandars...This is the time... [Camera pans out over
a huge room covered in murals] Hahaha... I really am a genius. [Closes
eyes sadly] But humanity...and our world...There may be no saving
us now.
[In Jack's room, he finds a letter on his bed]
Jack: Huh...a letter? [Jack picks up the letter] It's from Ridley. "I need
to talk to you alone. Meet me tonight under the ressan tree."
[Ridley has been removed from your Friend List]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[At 8PM, this scene will begin automatically, no matter where you are.]
[Ridley walks up the the ressan tree, where Jack is already waiting]
Ridley: So you came... [walks past Jack to the tree]
Jack: Of course I came.
Ridley: I'm glad... [sits on ground]
Jack: Ridley... Anyway. You wanted to talk? [sits beside Ridley against the
tree.]
Ridley: Tottaus can't last much longer. The imbalance is too much. It's not
just the fault of the humans. The fairy creatures have to share some
of the blame, too. I don't think he knows it himself yet, but Lord
Zane has been infected by algandars.
Jack: What!? Zane too?
Ridley: The imbalance in the world and in the cosmos, is the source of the
algandars plague. The pride of the humans and the negligence of the
nonhumans--they are at the root of the cycle of destruction.
Jack: Er...I don't really get this philosophy stuff... [while looking away]
Ridley: It's all very clear to me now. The ancient elf inside me has made
me realize the truth, whether I wanted to know it or not.
Jack: ...?
Ridley: Once I received the transpiritation, my destiny was clear. I had to
become the arbitrator of order for the world. That ritual set me on
the path to my destiny as the gold dragon's vessel.
Jack: Arbitrator? Vessel?
Ridley: I had already decided to go and face my destiny. But, before I
left... ...I had to know that I was still human. I needed to know
that I hadn't completely lost my humanity...
Jack: I don't really get it... I mean, whatever happens, you'll always be
Ridley, right?
Ridley: [laughs] ...That's my Jack.
Jack: [turns away and Ridley stands up as he speaks] Uh, if you say so. But
it all sounds like gobbledygook to me.
Ridley: [turns to look at Jack, who is still faced away] It doesn't matter.
It's just talk.
Jack: [turns to look at Ridley and notices that she is standing once more]
Where are you going?
Ridley: I'll always be grateful, Jack. I have to go...to the end of the
world.
Jack: Er, what are you talking about!?
[Ridley walks away without answering. Jack watches her leave without
getting up.]
Jack: Talk about selfish. Says what she wants, and takes off... I mean... I
had stuff to tell her, too.
[In Larks' office, Cross is reporting to Larks while Lucian stands by in
the background]
Larks: I see. So it was Dynas...
Cross: I tried to stop him from attacking Fort Helencia, but he would not
be dissuaded. It is most unfortunate that it came to this. [bows to
Larks]
Larks: It was the stubbornness of an old man. Perhaps death was his just
reward. [Briefly closes his eyes, before snapping them open
decisively.] Cross. You shall be the new general. You will lead the
battle to avenge General Dynas. Go to Fort Helencia and wipe out the
resistance.
Cross: [Comes to attention and bows] Sir! I am honored to accept the
assignment.
Larks: Good. Don't let us down. [Cross smirks at the ground] I am also
giving you temporary command of all the units belonging to the guilds.
Cross: [salutes] Sir! Thank you very much, sir! I will set out immediately
to recapture Fort Helencia. [turns and leaves the room]
Lucian: Lord Larks, surely you did not believe everything he said? [looks
askance at Larks]
Larks: Cross killed the dragons. His energy may be exactly what the troops
need at a time like this.
Lucian: [chuckles] ...Always scheming.
Larks: I could say the same of you. [Looks over shoulder at his companion]
Who are you really?
Lucian: ...
Larks: [Turns more fully towards Lucian] You always know far more than you
should.
Lucian: [closes eyes and chuckles again] I am just someone helping humanity
find its future.
Larks: [looks at Lucian doubtfully] Is that so?
Lucian: I will be leaving the castle soon. [starts to walk out] If you will
excuse me...
Larks: [stops Lucian before he can leave completely] Will we meet again?
Lucian: [looking over his shoulder] Yes. Someday, perhaps. [leaves,
closing the door behind him]
[In Jasne's rooms]
Jasne: Liar! Liar! [runs around in circles]
Natalie: [kneeling on floor] L-Lord Jasne, please try not to get upset...
Jasne: [stops running around and faces Natalie] Liars go to hell! Did you
know that?
Natalie: I-I'm sorry, but every word of it is true. I heard it from Lady
Ridley herself.
Jasne: [throws back his head in rage] Shut up! Get out of here! I don't
want to see your face again!
Natalie: [makes gestures with her hands as he turns away in pain] B-But...my
Lord Jasne.
[Jasne's shoulders shake. Natalie stands and watches for a moment before
turning to leave with her eyes closed as if in pain. She glances back
from the door, then closes it. As soon as it is closed, Jasne breaks
down in sobs.]
Jasne: WAAAA! WAAAAAAHA! Ridley! Come back to me!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon sleeping]
Jack: [Stretches and gets out of bed] ...
[Outside in the courtyard of the Fort, Lord Zane is watching a bird on
the table]
Jack: [yawns] ...Morning. [Looks around] Hey, where is everyone?
Zane: Ridley and Gawain left first thing this morning.
Jack: [suddenly wide awake] Left? Where'd they go!?
[On the bridge that leads to Faucon Gate in Radiata City, Cross is
inspecting his troops. He turns to lead them out.]
Cross: [brandishes sword towards the west] Soldiers of the Noire Mouton!
It is time to retake Fort Helencia!
Noire Mouton Brigade: [raise fists and cheer] Hurrah!
[It suddenly grows dark, as though night has fallen]
Noire Mouton Brigade: ...
[Everyone looks up. In the sky over Radiata Castle is a huge black
cloud, flashing with lightning. As they watch, a silver dragon flies
away, passing directly over them as it heads west. Its wings emit the
same black cloud as the one that covers the castle.]
Cross: A dragon... A silver dragon! Yes! That is a prey worthy of my skills
as a hunter! [Turns to egg on his troops, his arms raised. The dragon
has driven all thought of the Fort from his mind.] Noire Mouton,
follow me! We shall hunt the monster down!
Noire Mouton Brigade: [raise fists and cheer again] Hurrah!
[In a hallway of Radiata Castle, Larks stands looking out a window,
presumably after the dragon that just left.]
Larks: Humanity...is powerless.
[Back in Fort Helencia's courtyard]
Jack: They left the fort? But where? Where did the two of them go?
Zane: To the end of the world. To the City of White Nights.
Jack: The end of the world? So that's what she was talking about! [Turns and
runs out of the fort in pursuit of Ridley] Damn it! What is she up to?
[Zane watches Jack leave before speaking to himself in obvious enjoyment.]
Zane: The vessel has awakened, and now she goes to the lair of the gold
dragon. [Laughs a little crazily] ...
[Outside the back of the fort, Jack runs through the exit and stops when
confronted by Ganz.]
Ganz: I've been waiting for you, Jack.
Jack: Captain!
Ganz: You're going after Lady Ridley, aren't you?
Jack: Of course!
Ganz: [Beats his chest manfully with one fist.] I expected no less of you.
Right, then. We have to hurry!
Jack: Right! [Raises fists in determination.]
[Ganz joins your party.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[About halfway through the Dysett Region.]
[Jack runs along the path and stops suddenly when he sees a figure
standing in his way.]
Gerald: What took you so long!?
Jack: Deputy Chief? You can't stop me.
Gerald: Who said I was trying to? [Cocks his head proudly.] You're a ballsy
kid. Turning your back on the world for a woman. What a man!
Jack: [smirks] Thanks, but I'm in kind of a hurry. [Jack makes to run past,
but Gerald brandishes his sword to block Jack's path.] What are you
doing!?
Gerald: [frowns severely] I didn't say I'd let you pass. [Jack frowns right
back, and Gerald raises his second sword.] I admire you, but we have
some things to settle.
Jack: What things? [Looks upset and worried.]
Gerald: You sullied the good Theater Vancoor name. You'll have to pay for
that.
Jack: I-I didn't mean to...!
Gerald: Idiot!
Jack: !!
Gerald: An ex-sergeant of Vancoor has turned against his own people! "I
didn't mean to" isn't a valid excuse! You and me, Jack Russell! For
the honor of Theater Vancoor. Time for you to pay!
[BATTLE]
[Gerald lies spread-eagled on the ground, his swords still in hand.]
Jack: Deputy Chief? Are you all right?
Gerald: Damn! Okay, you win, you win! [Sits up and then stands, looking
unfazed.] You've grown strong. At the entrance exam, you couldn't
even scrape me with your sword. You've really grown, Jack.
Jack: Deputy Chief...I'm...I'm so sorry! [Bows his head in shame and then
bows formally.]
Gerald: Idiot... Raise your head! Be a man!
Jack: But...I've caused so much trouble for everyone at Vancoor!
Gerald: You chose your path! Stop regretting what you've done and start
looking at what's ahead of you!
Jack: ...Deputy Chief.
Gerald: My plan was to kick your ass for dishonoring us... Hahaha! But I
guess you've gotten too strong even for me. Go already! You've got a
woman waiting for you! [Jack runs past and Gerald watches him go.]
He's all grown up... A woman to risk my life for... I hope I find her
someday. [Turns and walks the opposite direction.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Near the end of the Dysett Region, you can see the City of White Nights
in the distance ahead.]
???: So here we are again, Jack. [The voice laughs loudly and sounds
suspiciously like Cross.]
Jack: That voice...it's Cross! [Raises both arms defensively.]
[Cross approaches up the path with three Noire Mouton Brigade members.]
Cross: What's your game, Jack? What are you plotting with your nonhuman
and dragon friends?
Jack: We're not plotting anything, Cross. Just what is it that you're so
afraid of, anyway?
Cross: What? Did you say...I'm afraid?
Jack: All this killing--dwarves, elves, dragons...Seems to me you're afraid
of something.
Cross: [looks pissed] Don't make sport of me! [Adds fwoophy hand gesture.]
We are worlds apart, you and I. But, we have unfinished business
from Helencia. [Brandishes his sword as the three guards
simultaneously enter a guard position.] Jack! Draw your weapon!
Jack: [He and Ganz look unimpressed.] I came here to bring Ridley home. I
don't have time to mess around with you!
Cross: [Still pissed.] You insolent wretch! You shall mock me no more!
[Charges with the soldiers behind him.]
[BATTLE]
[Once again, Jack is kneeling on top of Cross with his sword held above
Cross's head, ready to kill him.]
Cross: [Coughs pathetically.] ...I am finished...
[And once again, Jack loses his nerve and moves back, putting away his
sword.]
Ganz: Jack...
Cross: [Sits up slightly as Jack walks away.] What are you doing? Kill me!
Kill me, damn you!
Jack: General Dynas, and Gawain, and Ridley, have all stepped in to save
your life. I won't disrespect their wishes.
Cross: [Makes angry noises.] ...!
[Everyone looks up as a dragon screams in the sky above. It is the
silver dragon once more. Cross forces himself up from the ground as
it passes over them.]
Cross: The dragon! My prey... [Stumbles after the dragon] My beautiful prey!
Jack: Cross! Get back! [Throws out a hand as if he could stop Cross from
a distance.]
[Cross brandishes his sword in a silent scream. There is dead silence
and then the silver dragon launches an attack, vaporizing Cross where
he stands. All that is left is a small black cloud that quickly
dissipates, leaving nothing but a scorch mark on the ground.]
[Jack and Ganz gape in shock. They look up when the dragon speaks.]
Aphelion: Sinners shall be destroyed. Young hero! I shall wait with
Quasar's vessel in the castle of the gold dragon!
[Jack and Ganz watch in silence as the dragon flaps away.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the City of White Nights]
Jack: [Staring up at the city with Ganz.] The castle of the gold dragon.
Ridley is somewhere inside.
Ganz: [Turns to Jack.] Jack, let's go.
Jack: [Raises fist.] Okay! We won't let you down, Ridley!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon climbing the steps into the Gold Dragon Castle]
Jack: [Stops as he sees someone ahead] It’s you!
Ganz: Lord Lucian!
Lucian: Lady Ridley is above us, at the very top of the castle.
Jack: What?
Lucian: She has been overtaken by the elf within her…Help her, quickly.
Jack: [Looks down, sadly] Ridley! [Runs off]
Ganz: [Tries to stop him] Jack! [Runs after Jack]
Lucian: [Remains where he was standing, and chuckles quietly with a smirk]
…
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the top of the tower]
[Ridley is floating in midair, facing a golden dragon (Quasar). Jack
runs up and makes a fool of himself, as usual]
Jack: Ridley!
[Ridley opens her eyes]
Ridley: …Jack.
[Jack runs up and pulls Ridley out of the air, then holds her as he
checks to make sure she’s okay]
Jack: Ridley, it’s okay now! We’ve come to rescue you!
[Ganz finally catches up]
Ganz: Lady Ridley!
[Ridley’s face softens]
Ridley: [voice sounding a bit two-toned] You…came…
Jack: Ridley…
[Ridley raises her arm and touches Jack’s face]
Lucian: I must thank you, young Jack.
[Ganz turns and sees Lucian at the top of the stairs]
Ganz: Lord Lucian?
Lucian: Thank you for preventing her awakening. [Lucian walks forward]
This girl was to serve as the gold dragon’s vessel, you see. There
was nothing I could do to stop it… [Lucian’s voice suddenly changes]
For I am… Aphelion, the silver dragon!
[Lucian transforms into Aphelion. Ganz looks on in shock. Jack and
Ridley are still preoccupied with one another.]
Ganz: …! Jack! Take Lady Ridley and get out of here, now! [Ganz flinches
as Aphelion rears up and lifts his sword to attack] Waarghh!
[The scene clears and we see that someone stepped between Ganz and
Aphelion’s sword. Aphelion pulls his sword free from Gawain’s body.]
Ganz: Father!
[Ridley is sitting on the ground and Jack has his arm around her. Ganz
bends over Gawain.]
Gawain: With you at my side again…I do not fear death.
Ganz: F-Father…
Ridley: No… [voice loses the two-toned quality] Noooo! [The gold dragon
fades out almost completely.]
Aphelion: It is done! It is done! [Aphelion throws his arms wide.] Now I
need only destroy the vessel, and I will be free of the abominable
sleep forever! [Laughs]… Humans! We shall live together forever,
until the end of the world itself!
[Jack hugs Ridley and stands up]
Aphelion: Now! Give me the vessel.
Jack: You mean… You mean my Ridley!? [Draws sword] Over my dead body!
[BATTLE]
[When you defeat Aphelion, he slowly dissolves back into his human
form, lying on the ground]
Lucian: The guardian is destroyed by that which we would guard. The power
of humans is truly an awesome thing…
Jack: We are powerful, because we protect the people we love. The desire
to protect those that we love gives us purpose.
Lucian: You may be right. You humans… You have no need for guardians
anymore.
Jack: What do you mean?
Lucian: Dragons exist…only because humans want them to exist. It was your
choice. Humans were ruled by dragons because that was what they willed.
[A high note sounds, and the gold dragon and Lucian both begin to fade
in and out of existence]
Lucian: Fare thee well… Fragile, transient, loving humans… Fare thee well.
[The tower begins to collapse. Jack, Ridley, and Ganz stand over
Gawain’s body. Ganz fixes Gawain’s hand so that he’s lying
peacefully. Ridley and Jack glance at each other and run off. They
look back at the edge of the platform. Ganz hasn’t moved. Jack and Ganz
stare at one another and then Ganz slowly closes his eyes and shakes
his head before turning away. Jack closes his eyes sadly and then
leaves with Ridley. As they leave, a pillar falls cutting off
any chance of escape for Ganz. The whole building then collapses and
a bright light shines from the spot where it once stood. It can be
seen from Fort Helencia.]
Zane: [Laughs maniacally]… [Stands and watches the light]
[GAME END CREDITS]
[We see Jack and Ridley standing on one of the roads in Radiata]
Jack: [Voice is echoing] Ridley, let’s go.
Ridley: Yeah.
[They join hands and walk forward towards the castle.]
[THE END]
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[pick 'Meet Larks at the castle']
Jack: [shrugs] I don't get it... But hey, what do I know about poor little
rich girls? It's probably just some rebellious phase. I bet she's
always doing it. I'm sure she'll be back in no time. Whoa! I'd better
get to the castle. [leaves house]
[Opens in the castle foyer, where Jack is being led in by a guard. Al,
the castle steward, waits for you by the entrance into the castle
proper.]
Al: He hasn't grown any smarter, I see. Greetings, Master Jack.
Jack: [looks confused] You are...?
Al: [bows head in a sort of ashamed/resigned way] I thought you might ask
that... I am Al, the castle steward.
Jack: [points excitedly at Al] Oh, yeah! Right! My buddy Al! Yeah, of
course!
Al: Ah, you do remember. I'm impressed beyond words.
Jack: You know, you're kind of cranky. Were you always like this?
Al: Now that you're no longer a knight, I'd appreciate it if you didn't
speak to me in that tone. Anyway. Master Jack Russell, Lord Larks has
requested your presence at the meeting.
Jack: Meeting?
[Al turns and heads into the castle; behind him, Jack raises a hand, as
if to stop him, then hurries after him]
[Party disbanded.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[If at any time you attempt to go the wrong way, Al will stop you with
the following]:
Al: Sir Jack, where are you going? Please hurry to the fifth floor
conference hall.
[Upon taking the stairs to the fifth floor, a scene will open with Al
leading the way up the stairs and down the hall.]
Al: Lord Larks mustn't be kept waiting. He's in the conference hall...
Jack: Lord Larks?
Al: [stops and looks back at Jack] Goodness me! Don't tell me you've
forgotten his lordship? Lord Larks? Commander-in-Chief of the knights?
[Jack cocks his head to the side and smiles]
Al: [quietly] The idiot has the intellect of an ape.
Jack: Huh? What was that?
Al: [turns to face Jack fully] Never mind! The meeting's about to begin.
Hurry up, monkey brain! [continues leading the way, a frowning Jack
following]
[They stop outside a door and Al turns to Jack.]
Al: Here it is, the conference hall. And Jack... Please try not to make an
ass of yourself.
[Scene changes to show Jack slipping into the meeting room, which is full
of important people from inside the castle and in town.]
Larks: ...And so the upshot of it all is that the knights were able to take
control of Earth Valley. [looks towards door and smiles] Ah, Jack,
I'm glad you could make it. Please, have a seat.
[Jack takes the open seat next to Elwen.]
Larks: Now, to continue... There was a problem. After we managed to secure
the valley, a dragon appeared.
[Everyone around the table moves in a startled manner.]
Larks: Perhaps someone who was there can provide us with the details.
General Dynas.
[Dynas is sitting with his eyes closed and fists clenched. He stands as
Larks sits.]
Dynas: Gentlemen. I speak as one who fought the dragon.
[Lucian looks up, smiling.]
Dynas: A dragon is powerful, frighteningly powerful. I can attest that a
single swipe of its paw can rip through our armour as if it were made
of nothing but paper.
Cross: [pounds fist on table] General! You speak like a coward! [stands] I
defeated... [looks away briefly] We defeated that dragon, did we not?
[looks at the people gathered] We fought and won. You saw it! [zoom
in on Jack, who looks displeased] You saw me slay it.
Dynas: Cross! Enough!
[Cross sits.]
Jiorus: Sixteen years after the water dragon, the earth dragon comes to
our land. Perhaps there is some truth to the old legend. Larks...
[Dynas sits.]
Larks: This one, Your Majesty? "The tower breaks the sky; here come the
dragons to bring it down."
Jiorus: If the dragons have indeed come to destroy us, then we must take
measures to protect ourselves.
[Shot if the table. Everyone is silent.]
Lucian: [stands] Your Majesty, have you given any thought as to why the
dragons have come to kill humans?
Jiorus: I presumed it was to defend the fairy creatures.
Lucian: [shakes head] No, sir. The dragons are the guardians of this world.
Their mission is to protect the cosmic order. The dragons do not
side with the nonhumans. They merely protect the balance of the world.
The emergence of the dragon in Earth Valley is a warning. A warning
to all of us. The dragons believe that left alone, humanity will
upset the cosmic balance of Tottaus.
Larks: Guardians? Tottaus? This is the first I've heard of such things.
Where does this come from?
Lucian: Ancient manuscripts. Documents that few people are familiar with.
[Larks and Lucian have a minor staring contest.]
Cross: [bangs table and stands] This is ridiculous! Why are we wasting time
on this superstitious poppycock!?
Dynas: [bangs table himself] Cross! Sit down!
Cross: Dragons are just like any other beast. They're not invincible. Now
is the time to strike them down!
Dynas: [stands] Cross! I said sit down!
Larks: Dynas... We can't afford to completely dismiss what Cross is saying.
Dynas: Sir. [sits]
Larks: Lord Lucian. How many dragons remain?
Lucian: Two more, according to the legend. [sits]
Dynas: We lost almost en entire brigade trying to subdue that earth dragon,
and you say there are two more?
Larks: But I'm sure you all remember Cairn Russell. He was able to slay a
dragon on his own.
[Shot of Jack.]
Larks: If we fight with skill and courage, I do not see why we cannot also
be victorious.
Cross: Exactly, my lord! Just give me the opportunity...
Larks: Dynas, it is clear now that humans and nonhumans no longer share
any common interests. Unfortunately, we can no longer avoid a
confrontation. And when the time comes...
[Cross sits.]
Dynas: More dragons will appear.
Larks: Precisely. So, we would do well to hunt them down now, while we
still have the chance. [stands] Your Majesty. I would advise sending
out the brigades to hunt down and slay the remaining dragons.
Jiorus: [crosses arms over chest and looks thoughtful] Hm...
[Long shot of the table, everyone awaiting Jiorus' decision.]
Jiorus: We create our own fate. Those who fear change, have no future. We
shall do as Larks advises. [nods to Larks] Prepare to send out the
troops!
Larks: Thank you, Your Majesty. Dynas. Have the troops prepare, and deploy
them as soon as possible.
Dynas: [stands and inclines head] Sir!
Cross: [stands] Lord Larks! The Noire Mouton is standing by. We are ready
to move out immediately!
Larks: Very well. You will take the Noire Mouton brigade and begin
searching the elf lands. I would also ask that the guilds provide us
with as much assistance as we may require. Your Majesty, will that be
all for today?
Jiorus: Oh, yes. Today's meeting is adjourned. I thank you all for attending.
[Everyone respectfully inclines their heads as Jiorus gets up and heads
for the door, then rise themselves. Jack remains sitting for an extra
period of time, arms crossed and frowning. Eventually, he stands.]
Larks: Jack.
Jack: [startles] Er, yes, sir?
Larks: Would you come to my chambers for a moment?
Jack: Yes, sir!
[Larks leads the way out, Jack hurrying to follow.]
Cross: [watching them leave] ...
[Scene changes to show Larks and Jack in Larks' office.]
Jack: Er... What can I do for you, sir?
Larks: [sits behind his desk] Well, this isn't about what you can do for me,
Jack. I'm actually hoping that you can offer me some advice.
Jack: [sits, and looks rather bug-eyed] Advice? You want advice from ME!?
Larks: Yes, that's right. I could use the advice of Jack Russell, son of
the dragon slayer.
Jack: [frowns] ...
Larks: [sits back, looking troubled] Though I spoke with confidence at
the meeting, I am concerned about our future course. In truth, I am
not certain that we can defeat the dragons. We decided that we must
fight them, of course... But is it the right thing to do?
Jack: ...
Larks: What do you think? I would be interested in hearing the opinion of
one whose father fought a defeated a dragon.
Jack: [stands] Me? [bows head] Well, I don't know too much about this kind
of stuff. [suddenly determined] But I know the dragons can be beaten!
We could win, for sure! I really want the chance to fight a dragon,
just like my dad did!
Larks: [smiles] Thank you, Jack. That was exactly the answer I was hoping
to hear. I want you to join the force I'm sending out to slay the
dragons. Which is why I called you to the meeting today. I'm expecting
great things from you, Jack.
Jack: Yes, sir. You can count on me!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon speaking to Thanos]
Thanos: Hmph... A guy doesn't control the booze, the booze controls him.
Jack: Say what?
Thanos: Oh. There was some weird guy down at the pub blubbering to
everyone...
Jack: Did he have a job?
Thanos: Huh? No, no. Not a job. He was this old guy, running around
screaming "Ridley!!" and crying and stuff...
Jack: What? He said Ridley's name?
Thanos: I guess the old guy fancied some girl and then got dumped.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon speaking to the hooded figure at Carl's Pub]
Jasne: *sob* ...Ridley...
Jack: Er, hey, old man?
Jasne: WAAAAAAH! RIIIIIIIIIIIDLEY!
Jack: Huh!?
Jasne: WAAH! Why? Why did she leave me!? Ridley! Come back!!!
Jack: Hey! It's old red-nose...I mean, the Lord Chamberlain!
Jasne: WAAAAAAAAAAAH!
Jack: Did Ridley really go to the City of Flowers? Darn...I should have
stopped her when I had the chance. Ridley... What should I do...?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon sleeping, open to a scene of a camp. Ganz, Flau, and Rynka are all
looking around a pile of rocks at it. They run around the rocks to get
closer, all pausing to listen before peering around the new rock.]
Rynka: The guy in the tent... What the heck is he up to?
Ganz: I don't know for sure, but I do know that he's plotting something.
He's up to know good.
[Camera pans in on the tent in question, where Cross is sitting before
two male knights.]
Male Knight: But that's when they all appeared!
Cross: We'd brought the blood orcs all that way, just so we could unleash
them on the City of Flowers... Who would have guessed those buffoons
would be wandering around there?
Male Knight: Them showing up was a real surprise!
Cross: You're telling me... What a disaster that was. Ha, ha!
[Camera pans around to the side of the tent, where our bandit trio are
standing, listening in.]
Ganz: Sir Cross brought that blood orc? What was he thinking? It's his
fault Lady Ridley was hurt... [starts shaking] This is terrible. I have
to tell Lady Ridley at once.
[Ganz jogs away, the ladies following after a moment.]
Flau: Wait, Ganz! Wait for us!
[Scene changes to Radiata City, the bridge over Jack's house, and pans
down to his door. We then see Jack inside, sleeping. He climbs out of
bed, clearly tired, and drags himself over to the door, which he opens.
Al is standing there.]
Jack: Oh, it's you... What do you want? It's kind of early, you know.
Al: You don't have time to lie around. Time to get up, monkey brain!
Jack: You woke me up just to insult me? Why don't you lay off, okay?
Al: You see, there are those to whom I pay respect, and those to whom I
don't have to. [shakes his arms] But let's dispense with the chitchat.
Jack: [straightens] Yeah, let's. So what do you want?
Al: The wind dragon has been discovered!
Jack: What? You got me up for that...? [eyes suddenly go wide & he leans
forward] Wait! Did you say dragon!?
Al: The Noire Mouton brigade is fighting it in Wind Valley even as we speak.
Jack: [clenches fist in a sort of 'victory' manner] Oh, I see. But Al, why
are you telling me this?
Al: You're a squad sergeant in the warrior guild, aren't you? Guild
mercenaries should make good enough cannon fodder. It's time you started
earning your salary.
Jack: [hands on hips] Hey, would it kill you to be a bit more polite?
Al: Oh, stop blubbering and get your stuff together. Be quick about it.
[turns to leave]
Jack: Yeah, yeah, all right, already!
Al: [stops at the bottom of the stairs] Ah, Wind Valley is in the Nowem
Region. Try not to get lost on the way. [leaves]
Jack: You're really asking for it... [closes door as he goes back inside]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon crossing the bridge at the far end of Wind Valley, which leads into
a ball of wind:]
Jack: Is that it?
[Camera pans to show Cepheid in his wind form, with Gil floating in front
of him. As Jack runs forward, you can see Cross and Dynas standing in
front of the dragon and light elf. Gil and Dynas look over as Jack
approaches.]
Dynas: Jack.
Jack: Are you okay, General?
Cross: You? What do you think you're doing? You're not needed here!
Jack: You're going to need all the help you can get!
Cross: Fool! This is no place for children.
Jack: What!? Listen, you...!
Gil: Oh dear. Already fighting among yourselves? There's just no end to
human arrogance.
Dynas: Arrogance? The nonhumans are the arrogant ones. It is you who send
the dragons against us!
Gil: Send the dragons? You think we are the masters of Lord Cepheid?
[laughs] Your arrogance is exceeded only by your ignorance! Humans
twist and upset the order of the world for their own profit and gain...
They spread algandars throughout the world... They make slaves of the
dwarves... [eyes closed, takes a deep breath, opens his eyes to glare]
Yet you think WE bring the dragons!? Idiots!
Cross: [shifts aggressively] Hold your tongue!
Gil: [laughs] ...You'll be sorry.
Dynas: Cross! Control yourself!
Cross: But, General! They wiped out my entire brigade! The beast shall pay.
We can't back down now!
Gil: Your soldiers are dead because they attacked first. Lord Cepheid was
only responding in kind. The dragon is far wiser than even we elves.
No creature is more noble or compassionate than a dragon. A dragon does
only that which is right.
Jack: [steps forward] Wait a second! If that's true, why do the dragons
always pick on us humans? The earth dragon showed up and sided with
the dwarves, right?
Gil: Yes, of course...
Jack: So then, tell me. Why do the dragons always treat us as enemies?
Gil: The arrogance of humans pollutes this world. Eventually it will destroy
it. The dragons' duty is to preserve the cosmic order. To do that, they
must purge the world of all humans.
Jack: What the heck is that? No matter what we do, the dragons will attack
us?
Gil: It's a fate you humans bring upon yourselves. Extinction is the reward
that you reap from your deeds.
[Jack frowns up at him]
Cross: Good. I've heard enough of this. We're wasting our time with these
questions. If it stands as an enemy before us, we will cut it down!
[holds sword forward] Prepare to die, dragon!
Gil: [laughs] ...
Cross: What are you laughing at?
Gil: I'm laughing at you! At all the deluded human fools! [laughs more]
Cross: We'll see soon enough who is deluded. The point of my sword will
settle the matter!
Gil: Oh, I don't think so, you fool. YOU are the most ignorant of them all.
Cross: What!? You dare speak against Cross Ward of the Radiata Knights!?
Jack: [starts forward, Dynas reaching out to stop him] Cross, stay out of
my way, okay?
Cross: [spins and shoves Jack backwards] Shut your mouth! You don't belong
here!
[the Orb falls out of Jack's armour and rolls to a stop on the ground]
Gil: What!? It can't be!
Jack: [looks up at Gil, confused] Huh?
Gil: Damn you! You cursed human swine! [flings his arms out, calling up a
gust of wind]
[Shot of Jack, Dynas, and Cross hunkering down against the wind.]
Cross: [straightens] The beast is showing its true nature!
Gil: [flings out an arm] Go to hell!
Cross: [is picked up in a purple-y coloured cyclone] Argh!
Jack: Cross!
[The cyclone vanishes with a sparkle of electricity and Cross drops to
the ground. He doesn't move and Dynas and Jack both turn back towards
Gil and Cepheid, closing ranks. Gil floats back, into Cepheid's
protective wind covering.
Dynas: Jack, keep your eyes to the front! Here they come!
[If your party isn't full, Dynas will now join you.]
[BATTLE]
[After you've done a specific amount of damage, you get a cutscene.]
Jack: Wh-What's happening? [The chest of his armour begins to glow.]
[Light starts breaking through Cepheid's wind covering. Dynas' eyes
widen and he moves quickly to stand in front of Jack in a defensive
stance. He's thrown backwards by an explosion.]
Dynas: Argh!
[Cepheid's protective covering vanishes and we see both him and Gil.]
Jack: [looks over shoulder at where Dynas is slowly getting back to his feet]
General!
Dynas: Don't worry about me! The dragon! Kill the dragon!
Jack: [looks back towards Gil and Cepheid] Y-Yes, sir...
[If Dynas was a member of your party, he now leaves it.]
[BATTLE]
[Gil falls backwards as Jack helps Dynas to his feet.]
Gil: Urgh... We've been beaten...?
Dynas: Well done, Jack! You've slain the dragon, just like Sir Cairn before
you.
Gil: [looks up] Did you say...Cairn?
Jack: [walks up to Gil's side] Cairn Russell was my father! He defeated the
water dragon!
Gil: [closes eyes and looks away, chuckling] ... ...
Jack: [tilts head, frowning] What's so funny?
Gil: The irony. Fate plays such tricks... To be killed by the son...
Jack: ...?
Gil: But...remember this... There is no future for humanity. Just an
endless....repetition...of fate.
[Gil's head falls back, then he begins to glow with a bright light, his
body vanishing. The light drifts up into the sky, Jack and Dynas
watching after it.]
Jack: What did he mean? Killed by the son...?
[Scene goes black. Opens to book falling onto a carpet from unseen hands.]
Lucian: Argh...
[Another book and a quill fall. Camera pans up to find Lucian bowed over
a desk, a piece of paper under him. He shakes for a moment before
sitting up and stumbling from his chair. He leans against the wall for
a moment before shoving the covering off a window. The camera is now
outside the window, looking in as Lucian leans over for a moment, like
he's hurt or struggling to breathe.]
Lucian: This pain...
[He takes a moment, then straightens, expression set, and turns to look
out the window. He turns away from the window, appearing unbothered by
his moment of weakness.]
Lucian: Cepheid... You have fallen.
[Lucian closes his eyes and the scene goes dark. Opens back in Wind
Valley, with Jack and Dynas looking up at the sky. They turn to look
towards the bridge as Charlie and two guardsmen come running up.]
Charlie: [salutes] General! Strike group reinforcements reporting as
ordered, sir!
Dynas: You're late!
[The guardsmen flinch while Charlie returns his hand to his side,
standing very stiffly.]
Charlie: My apologies, sir. We received some new intelligence which caused
our delay.
Dynas: New intelligence?
Charlie: Yes, sir. Er, Fort Helencia is under attack by elves and is on
the verge of falling.
Dynas: [eyes widen and jerks back in surprise] Fort Helencia? So the dragon
was nothing but a decoy.
Charlie: There's more. Sir Gawain is fighting alongside the elves. [looks
ashamed/uncertain]
Jack: [jerks] Gawain!
[Dynas beats his fists together, frowning.]
Charlie: [picking up Cross] Should we take Sir Cross to the castle?
Dynas: Yes, you do that. I will go straight to Fort Helencia.
Jack: [turns to Dynas] General, I'm coming with you!
Dynas: [looks at Jack] No, Jack. You're no longer a knight. It's not your
duty...
Jack: Duty, schmooty! Who cares if I'm a knight or not? I'm coming anyway!
[lowers head, shoulders shaking] Gawain owes me! He owes me my father!
[Charlie leaves in the background. Dynas smiles and puts a hand on Jack's
shoulder.]
Dynas: Very well. Do as you wish. [leaves]
Jack: [turns to look after Dynas] Thank you, sir. [follows after everyone]
[Scene goes black. Opens on the camp we saw Ganz et al. spying on Cross
at earlier. Jack and Dynas are sitting together in the main tent,
knights standing at attention around them. Dynas looks grim and almost
sad, while Jack looks defeated, head bowed and fists clenched in his
lap.]
Messenger: Reconnaissance squad reporting, sir.
[Jack and Dynas both look up. Camera changes to see the knight standing
in the doorway.]
Messenger: Fort Helencia has been completely surrounded by the elven forces!
We were unable to contact the fort's defenders. We don't know how
much longer they can hold out.
Jack: [stands] No way! We've got to get there fast and help them out! [turns
to Dynas] General, let's get going! We don't have much time!
Dynas: Jack... [closes eyes]
Jack: Sir?
Dynas: Let's hear the whole report.
Jack: [frowns] Okay. [sits back down, returning to his defeated posture]
Messenger: The enemy army is at least as large as ours. If the fort should
fall, it will be difficult to win back. That is all, sir!
Dynas: Thank you. You are dismissed.
Messenger: Sir! [runs out of the tent]
Jack: [looks at Dynas] Anyway, we'd better hurry. The nonhumans are going
to get control of the fort.
Dynas: We'll be too late. Fort Helencia has most likely fallen by now.
Jack: [eyes widen] Huh?
Dynas: Fort Helencia has long been at the center of human and elf wars. It
is an important strategic stronghold. We weakened our defences by
sending troops out after the dragon. They were waiting for just such
an opportunity. It seems that the elves and the other nonhumans have
been planning this war for a long time. We are all blessed by the
richness of this world. So why does it always come down to war, eh,
Jack?
Jack: General?
Dynas: But unfortunately, it is a war we must fight, if we are to end it.
[expression toughens and he stands] Come on, men. We're going to march
on Fort Helencia!
[The knights along the walls come to attention. Scene goes dark, opens on
the back entrance to Fort Helencia. There are two light elves standing
guard among the ruins of old walls. Camera pans to show Jack and Dynas
crouched behind one of the natural hills (near where Natalie and
Leonard hid behind a bush when Rose Cochon brigade came through on their
way to the City of Flowers), watching the entrance. They both
straighten.]
Jack: I guess they've already taken over the fort.
Dynas: So it seems... [walks towards the fort]
Jack: Wait up, General! Let me come too!
Dynas: Well, come on, then.
[Camera widens to show lines of knights just around the bend, behind Jack.]
Jack: Sir!
[Jack and Dynas begin walking forward, towards the fort entrance. The two
light elves that had been standing there seem to have vanished. Jack
and Dynas stop when they meet up with a wide man in a red and white
surcoat, Gawain.]
Gawain: It's been a long time, Dynas.
Dynas: [eyes widen] It's you!
Jack: Who's he?
Gawain: The Lion of the West. Otherwise known as Gawain. You must be Jack,
son of the dragon slayer, Cairn.
Jack: [mouth turns down in anger] You! You're the one! You're the Gawain
I've been looking for! [pulls out sword and runs forward]
Dynas: [reaches out to stop Jack] Jack! Stop!
[Camera zooms in on Gawain's face.]
Gawain: [lets out a little roar] !!
Jack: [stopped] Ugh...
Dynas: Stay back, Jack!
Gawain: Listen to the general, boy. This isn't a playground. Your pretend
sword fighting won't get you far here.
Jack: ...
Dynas: Why? You were once the pride of the knights, but now you fight
against us!?
Gawain: I am no longer a knight.
Dynas: Explain yourself. Sixteen years ago you vanished. And now you
reappear, leading the nonhumans against us.
Gawain: [closes eyes] It's my destiny.
Dynas: !?
Jack: Destiny...?
Gawain: Yes, that's right. It is the fate that I have been burdened with.
Jack: Who cares about your destiny!? Why did you kill my father? Answer
me, Gawain!
[Gawain simply stares. Jack straightens as a familiar figure comes to
stand beside Gawain.]
Jack: Ridley... Ridley! We've come to help you!
Ridley: ...
Jack: Everyone's waiting for you to come home. Me, and the captain, and
your dad.
Ridley: ...
Gawain: [quietly] You all right?
Ridley: ...Yes.
Jack: Gawain! You give Ridley back, you hear? Or else!
Gawain: Oh? Or else? Or else what?
Jack: Or else I'll kill you! And then I'll take Ridley home!
Gawain: You've got a real violent streak in you, boy. You must take after
your father. All right, then. [hefts weapon onto shoulder] If you're
looking to be taught a lesson, you've come to the right place.
Jack: You talk the talk pretty good, old man... [draws sword] Let's see
what you've really got!
[BATTLE. You can't win this fight.]
[Jack is laying on the ground in front of Gawain.]
Jack: I lost... I lost... [smacks ground] But I have to avenge him... I have
to avenge my father!
Gawain: [walks forward and kicks Jack in the head] Hwagh!
Jack: Urgh! [goes flying backwards and lays still]
Dynas: [jumps between Gawain and Jack, arms spread] Sir Gawain, stop! It's
finished! Leave him alone.
Gawain: Hmph! Out of my way, Dynas. [pushes Dynas aside with the butt of
his weapon and stops above Jack] Does it hurt, boy? Well, you're not
the only one... All kinds of people are suffering now. Suffering pain
so great you could barely even conceive it. Do you have any idea,
boy?
Jack: [gets up, one hand over his stomach] ...
Gawain: No, of course you don't. After all, you're the one... ...who slays
dragons for sport!!!
[Gawain raises his weapon, Jack bows his head and waits for the blow.
Jack looks up when it doesn't fall and his eyes widen to find Ridley
standing in the way.]
Gawain: [lowers his weapon] You have doubts?
Ridley: No... It's just...
Gawain: Saved by a woman! Hmph. Come back when you're a man. [turns and
walks away]
[Jack looks up at Ridley, frowning. She turns back to him, expression
blank.]
Ridley: ...
Jack: Ridley.
[Ridley closes her eyes, then turns and follows Gawain. Jack attempts to
get up, only to fall back on his behind, still clutching his stomach.]
Jack: What's wrong? Ridley, where are you going? Hey, where are you going!?
Ridley, come back! Don't go, Ridley!
[Ridley and Gawain vanish into the fort. Dynas comes to kneel next to
Jack, frowning sadly and putting his hand on Jack's shoulder.]
Dynas: Jack, she's gone.
Jack: [turns head towards Dynas, like a child hiding their face from the
world] But I don't get it. What's happening to everyone?
Dynas: [looks up at the sky] I don't understand either...
[Scene changes to Larks' office, Dynas standing in front of Larks' desk.]
Larks: I see. So Fort Helencia has fallen.
Dynas: Yes, sir.
Larks: Well, we cannot leave Fort Helencia in the hands of the enemy. I want
you to prepare an assault force to retake the fort as quickly as
possible.
Dynas: [bows] Right away, sir.
Larks: At least we defeated the wind dragon. It's not a complete disaster.
We can still win.
Dynas: Sir. [turns to leave]
Larks: Oh, yes. As for Gawain and Ridley... We'll decide what to do with
them when the time comes.
Dynas: ... [leaves]
[Scene changes to Jack waking in an unfamiliar room.]
Jack: [sits up] Where am I?
[Jack looks around. Camera pans over to show Cross laying in the bed next
to Jack's. Jack moves to get out of the bed.]
Al: Poor little Jack managed to pick up a few scrapes.
Jack: Who are you?
Al: [gives a helpless sort of bow and flails around dramatically] I knew it.
I am sorry. It seems you've been hit rather hard on the head.
Jack: Hey, stupid, I was just joking.
Al: [grins] Well, well, you've made a complete recovery. Such resilience!
Just like a cockroach.
Jack: [scowls] Oh, shut up.
Al: You may leave as soon as you're ready. The door is in that direction.
[points at the door]
Jack: What about Cross? Why does he get to stay in bed?
Al: Sir Cross received his honourable wounds while battling the wind dragon.
He needs his rest.
Jack: What is this? You enjoy playing favorites or something?
Al: This is the infirmary of the Royal Radiata Knights. It is not the
monkey house.
Jack: I've had enough. [stands] I'm going home! [leaves the room, the scene
going dark]
[Out in the hallway, Jack stands still for a moment before grabbing at
his abdomen and grimacing.]
Jack: G-Gawain... [takes a stumbling step forward, then straightens] Damn
you!
[Scene changes to Ganz and Cody sitting on the roof of Rynka and Cody's
home.]
Cody: Hey, Uncle Ganz.
Ganz: Yes?
Cody: I heard them say that you used to be a knight...
Ganz: Oh, yes, until very recently, in fact. Although it seems like a
lifetime ago now.
Cody: My dad was a knight too, you know. But, a long, long time ago... He
had to go on a journey because of his work. He never came back...
Ganz: Is that so? Well, you know, my father was a knight, just like your
father. And just like your father, he left on a journey one day, and
never came back.
Cody: Really?
Ganz: Yes.
Cody: Hey, Uncle Ganz? Do all knights go off on long journeys?
Ganz: No, just because you're a knight doesn't mean you have to go away.
Cody: So, why do they, then?
[Camera pans down to show Rynka walking up to the house. She pauses
outside to listen.]
Ganz: Well, sometimes in life, people find themselves swept up in forces
beyond their control... Or into situations that aren't of their own
making...
Cody: Huh?
Ganz: And when that happens, sometimes they are forced to leave the very
people they love the most... Yes. Just like your father... And my
father, too.
Cody: I don't really understand. But my dad, when he left... He didn't
leave because he stopped loving Mom and me, did he?
Ganz: Of course not! Where did you get that crazy idea?
[Cody's mouth opens wide and Ganz leans over to pull him into a hug.]
Cody: Hey, that hurts! Uncle Ganz! Your whiskers hurt!
[Camera pans down to show Rynka looking up towards them, a little sad.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[After a day has passed and you sleep.]
Jack: [sits up in bed] Who is that at this hour? [gets up, drags himself
over to the door] Yeah, who is it?
Al: Has the monkey overslept? Time to get up.
Jack: [makes a face] Give me a break already. [opens the door] What do you
want?
Al: General Dynas wants to see you immediately.
Jack: This early in the morning?
Al: Just get ready and come to the castle, all right? [turns and starts away]
Jack: Yeah, okay.
Al: [turns back around and points at Jack] No dilly-dallying along the way,
got it? [leaves]
Jack: Whatever. [closes the door] The stuck-up know-it-all.
[Screen shakes and there comes a pounding sound.]
Jack: Whoa! [throws door open, fists raised] All right, you snooty geek!
You want a fight!?
[Camera pans up the man you helped find Elwen a while ago.]
Large Man: You're a real live spark in the morning, aren't you?
Jack: Huh? [startles] Aha! It's you! The funny money wheezer!
Large Man: What's that?
Jack: Don't play dumb! That money you gave me was no good! It had your face
on it!
Large Man: Aye, I made sure it was my good side. You didn't like it?
Jack: [jumps around angrily] Of course not! Look, real money has a picture
of the king on it, understand? If he's not on there, it's not real
money, see? [holds up money]
Large Man: [reaches for the money, Jack pulls it back] He's kind of a wimp.
Mine looks better.
Jack: That's not the point! [hands on hips] What do you want, anyway? Don't
you know how early it is?
Large Man: Of course! Anyway, I've finally found out where Aphelion is
hiding.
Jack: Is that right? Great! Nice knowing you. [attempts to push the Large Man
out of his doorway]
Large Man: [unmoved] You see, Aphelion is in the castle!
Jack: [stops] The castle?
Large Man: I went to the castle myself, but the guards were there and they
wouldn't let me in.
Jack: And I suppose you figure I can help you get in...
Large Man: Oh, don't worry. I'll pay you for your help, of course. And this
time I'll pay with real money, with the king on it and everything!
I promise.
Jack: Yeah, I bet... Still, I guess I am going to the castle anyway.
[closes eyes] But I have a feeling that taking you along with me would
be nothing but trouble.
Large Man: Oh no, I won't be any trouble at all. Please... [makes a pleading
face and wiggles sexily]
Jack: [waves his hands at the Large Man] Okay, okay! Just stop doing that,
all right?
Large Man: [stops] I knew it. That always works like a charm.
Jack: [steps back into doorway] Where did you learn how to do that, anyway?
Large Man: All righty then, let's be going to the castle. [grabs Jack's arm
and drags him from his house]
[Scene opens with Jack and the Large Man standing in front of the
castle.]
Large Man: What do we do now?
Jack: Good question.
Gate Guard: [points axe at Jack and the Large Man] Hey! You two! What are
you up to over there? [moves forward a couple steps]
Jack: Uh-oh. Let me do the talking, okay? [walks forward] Er, General Dynas
asked me to come and see him.
Gate Guard: The general? Hold it. Who are you? What's your name?
Jack: Well, I was in the Rose Cochon brigade for a while... My name's Jack
Russell.
Gate Guard: Jack? [startles] Jack, the dragon slayer? [both guards salute]
Our apologies, sir! Please, go straight in.
Jack: Er, thanks.
Gate Guard: If I may say so sir, you look like a real dragon slayer. And
your friend kind of stands out, too...
Jack: [he and the Large Man walk into the castle] Well, that was easy, huh?
Large Man: Yes, indeed. I knew it was a good idea to come to you.
[Scene changes to inside the castle, the Large Man outside the men's
toilet.]
Large Man: ... [sniffing the air] Oh yes, Aphelion's here, all right.
[walks over to Jack] I can smell him.
Jack: Smell him? Can you really tell?
Large Man: Absolutely. No doubt about it, lad. My nose has never let me
down yet. I'll be fine now. You have business of your own, don't
you?
Jack: Yeah, I guess.
Large Man: Well, anyway, a promise is a promise. [hands over money]
Jack: Whoa, all this!?
Large Man: Thank you, lad.
[The Large Man turns and begins to walk away, only to stop and do his
sexy pose. Jack falls backwards. The Large Man wiggles for a moment,
then continues on, leaving Jack to get up and dust himself off with
a helpless smile.]
Jack: [looks at the money] Hm? Aaah!
[Zoom in on the money, which has Jiorus making a kissy face. Jack drops
his head.]
Jack: I knew it...
[Obtained Really Funny Money]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon knocking on Dynas' door.]
Dynas: Come in.
[Jack enters and walks up to where Dynas is working at his desk.]
Dynas: Thank you for coming.
Jack: Sure.
Dynas: I'll get straight to the point. I need your help.
Jack: My help?
Dynas: As you know, Fort Helencia is now under control of the nonhuman
forces. We are currently preparing an attack force to retake the fort.
This is where you come in... I want you to lead a brigade during the
attack.
Jack: [eyes widen and he points at himself] Me, a captain? No way!
Dynas: We don't have much time. I need an immediate answer.
Jack: I don't know...
Dynas: Do you doubt yourself?
Jack: No, it's not that... It's just... What about Ridley? What happens to
her?
Dynas: Hmm...
Jack: Is Ridley a target, too? Will we have to fight her as well? I mean,
Ridley's innocent! She's just been fooled by Gawain!
Dynas: Well, look at it this way. When we liberate Fort Helencia, we'll be
able to bring Ridley back home to safety.
Jack: [closes eyes] ...Yeah, okay.
Dynas: So you'll help me?
Jack: Well, I do still have to get my revenge against Gawain...
Dynas: Good! [pounds desk] Then it's settled.
Jack: But I'm not a knight any more. I got fired, remember?
Dynas: Don't worry about that. We'll be happy to have you back.
Jack: Huh?
Dynas: "Jack, the Dragon Slayer" has become a famous name around these
parts... I don't think there's anyone who would object if you rejoined
the knights.
Jack: [expression falls] Right...
Dynas: What's wrong? I thought you'd be pleased.
Jack: Look, I'm really honored and everything, but I'm in Vancoor now. I've
got friends there. I can't just say "See ya!" and go back to the
knights, you know? It just...wouldn't be fair to all of them.
Dynas: I see... [smiles] Very well. You shall lead a unit of your own
choosing into the battle.
Jack: Huh? What...do you mean?
Dynas: You shall be a knight, and you can select anyone you like to join
your squad.
Jack: Really?
Dynas: You have my permission as general. No one could possibly object. And
besides, Lord Larks is in complete agreement.
Jack: Lord Larks?
Dynas: The fact is, Lord Larks thinks very highly of you, Jack.
Jack: He does? But why would he care about me?
Dynas: He has great expectations for you. I understand exactly how he feels.
Jack: Wow...
[Scene changes to Jasne's rooms. Jasne is bowed over his table.]
Jasne: [wailing] ... [pounds table] But why? Why did this happen?
[Scene fades to Larks and two guards speaking to Jasne, probably
something from the recent past.]
Jasne: Is this true? Ridley's joined the fairy creatures?
Larks: [nods] General Dynas saw her with his own eyes.
Jasne: Utter nonsense!
Larks: We will therefore have to ask you to stay in your quarters for the
duration.
Jasne: Stay in my quarters? Are you arresting me!? I'm the Lord Chamberlain!
[The two knights step forward and Jasne stumbles back a step.]
Larks: The people wouldn't understand if we allowed the father of a traitor
to continue serving in government.
[Scene returns to Jasne wailing against his table.]
Jasne: Ridley! Why? Why did you do this to me!?
[Scene goes dark, then opens on the Large Man somewhere in the castle.]
Large Man: So, here you are, Aphelion. What are you up to, hanging around
the castle? Not preparing for the changeover, having the dragons
killed... What's your game?
[Camera pans up Lucian's back, as he is looking out the window.]
Lucian: Each time humanity builds a culture of value, the dragons come
roaring in to tear it down. [turns around] A thousand-year-old city
is wiped out in a single night. Why is that?
Large Man: The arrogance and anger of humans will destroy the world. You
know that. Sometimes the silver dragon and gold dragon have to
change places as the guardians of the world. The changeover is
needed, as you know, to reset the world so it can start over
afresh. And of course, when that happens, all of humanity has to
be exterminated. 'Tis a shame, for sure. But it has to be done,
to preserve the order of Tottaus.
Lucian: But why must the humans perish?
Large Man: ...?
Lucian: Dragons don't die. [steps forward] Even should they be struck down,
their death is nothing but a short sleep. They soon start afresh in
a new vessel. And the elves are immortal, too. Even when their bodies
die, the transpiritation allows them to live on. It is a bitter
world. There is no justice. Humanity's lot is a cruel one. Far too
cruel.
Large Man: Aphelion, you're not making any sense. What's got into you?
Lucian: Each human life is a fragile thing. It lasts a few fleeting years
and ends before it really begins. But slowly, over time, these
creatures have built a beautiful civilization... ...only to see it
toppled by the immortal elves and dragons. Why?
Large Man: If the humans were left to destroy the world, there'd be nothing
left of it at all.
Lucian: How can anyone know that? They've never been given a chance.
They've never been given a future! Time and again, humans build their
tower, only to see it destroyed before it is complete.
Large Man: You're talking madness...
Lucian: [closes his eyes] ...
Large Man: I have nothing else to say to you. [turns to leave] You have
your duty, Aphelion. I reckon you'd best do it.
[Scene goes dark, then opens back up outside the castle, where Jack is
just walking out. He turns and smiles up at the castle.]
Jack: I can do it, Dad. You'll see... [turns and continues back into the
city]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Sleep to trigger a scene of Leonard and Natalie outside Fort Helencia,
hiding behind a bush. A guard runs up behind them.]
Soldier: Everything's quiet around the rear gate.
Natalie: [nods] Very good, soldier. Please continue your surveillance.
Soldier: Sir! [runs away]
Leonard: You know, it's been three days now... I'm starting to wonder. Do
you think Lady Ridley is really in there?
Natalie: [frowns] General Dynas said this is where he saw her. [looks at
Leonard] You're not accusing the general of lying, are you?
Leonard: [scratches head] No, that's not what I meant...
Natalie: Lady Ridley is here, I'm sure. And we're going to find her and bring
her back home! And when we do, they'll have to release Lord Jasne
from house arrest. [puts hands under cheek] Oh, imagine, poor Lord
Jasne, placed under lock and key in his own house! It's horrible!
Leonard: [head droops] Oh boy...
[Scene goes dark. Opens back up on Jack's house. He's roused from sleep
by a knock on the door and drags himself out of bed and towards the
door.]
Jack: Yeah...who is it?
Al: Orders for Captain Jack of the Fort Helencia assault force!
Jack: Oh, man... This guy again. [opens the door]
Al: Orders from General Dynas, sir. At midday tomorrow you are to assemble
your troops. You will then link up with the Noire Mouton brigade and
march on Fort Helencia.
Jack: [straighten from his slouch] Tomorrow!? Boy, they don't waste any
time.
Al: The rendezvous will take place next to Faucon Gate. Best of luck, Sir
Jack.
Jack: [disbelieving] "Sir" Jack? Hey, did you eat something funny this
morning?
Al: Not at all. Sir Jack is now a captain in the assault force.
Jack: [scratches head] Ah... So it's like I'm a knight again, huh? But,
listen... [smiles] This just doesn't feel right. Can we drop the
polite "sir" stuff?
Al: [smiles] Really? As you wish. Ahem... [turns and begins to walk away
before turning back and pointing at Jack] See if you can get there on time
without poking your eye out with your own sword, okay, monkey brain?
[leaves]
Jack: [scowls] Man, he really is annoying. [expression clears] But anyway,
I'd better get moving. I've got to get ready for tomorrow. [closes
door]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon sleeping, you open to a scene of Jack running through Blue Town.]
Jack: Oh, man! I can't believe I overslept again! I sure hope the general
hasn't left already! I've got to hurry! [finally stops just before
Faucon Gate] What the—!?
[Jack runs out onto the bridge and we see a scene of a large red and green
dragon taking on soldiers. Cross and Dynas are both standing back,
weapons drawn, and there are fallen soldiers near them. A group of
four soldiers run towards the dragon, who stomps and sends them all
falling backwards.]
Jack: [runs up to Dynas] General!
Dynas: You're late. Where have you been?
Jack: A dragon?
Cross: Of course it's a dragon! It's the fire dragon!
Dynas: It ambushed us! Our army's being slaughtered!
Jack: Oh, no!
Cross: You just stay back and watch, Jack. I'll kill this monster! Prepare
yourself, dragon! You're about to die at the hand of Cross Ward! [runs
at the dragon]
Dynas: Cross, stay back!
[The dragon raises its head, Dynas' eyes widen, and he runs forward to.]
Dynas: You idiot!
[Dynas shoves Cross out of the way and is left directly in the path of
the dragon's fire blast, which chars him nicely and send him flying
backwards to lie at Jack's feet.]
Jack: General!
[The dragon looks towards where Cross has fallen. Cross gets up and
charges again.]
Cross: Yaargh!
[Cross managed to strike the dragon on the lower belly/back leg, making
the dragon let out a shriek, but it then thrown backwards but the
dragon's flailing or the downdraft from its wings.]
Cross: Urgh!
[The dragon rises in the air, pauses to stare at Jack, then turns and
flies off. Jack watches after it for a moment before looking down at
Dynas.]
Jack: General! General Dynas! [kneels next to him]
[Dynas gives a weak smile before his eyes fall closed.]
Jack: ...
[Dynas is still.]
Jack: NOOOO!! [screaming into the sky]
[Shot of Cross watching, then fades to black. Opens in Larks' office,
with Larks sitting behind his desk, Lucian standing next to him, and
Jack and Cross standing across the desk from him.]
Larks: The general's death is most unfortunate. However, the dragon came
here to attack Radiata itself... The danger to the kingdom is growing.
Another attack could come at any moment.
Cross: We have to kill that dragon! Order an attack immediately!
Larks: But we do not know where the dragon has fled. We cannot commit
forces until we know.
Lucian: When injured, the fire dragon goes to Fire Mountain to heal. At
least, that's what I have read...
Cross: Yes, of course. The beast flew south. Lord Larks, permission for me
and my brigade to pursue it!
Larks: [closes his eyes] Very well. Cross, Jack. I want you to take your
units south to Fire Mountain and find that dragon.
Cross: Sir, the Noire Mouton can handle this on its own. I shall slay the
fire dragon myself.
Larks: Cross, the dragon has thrown the people into a panic. We must be
absolutely certain that the threat is destroyed, before full-scale
rioting breaks out.
Cross: [grimaces] ...
Larks: I want you to work together and make sure the dragon is killed. Do
I make myself clear?
Jack: Sir!
Cross: Sir! [glances towards Jack]
[Lucian steps forward and holds out his hand. He's holding a stone on a
chain.]
Jack: What is that?
Lucian: It's a...good luck charm. Please take it.
[Jack looks uncertain.]
Cross: [tosses his head] Lord Lucian is far too kind.
Jack: [bows] Er, thanks... Thanks a lot.
Cross: [leaving] I have to prepare my troops for our immediate departure.
If you will excuse me, gentlemen.
Jack: [watches Cross leave before turning back to the two Lords] I guess
I'd better get going too. [bows and leaves]
Larks: With General Dynas gone, those two are our last hope. If they fall
too, I fear that humanity will lose the will to fight the dragons.
Lucian: ...
Larks: Lord Lucian. Can they succeed?
[Lucian closes his eyes for a moment, then leaves without a word. Larks
is left to slouch over his desk, concerned.]
[Obtained Orb]
[Jack is shown exiting the main castle gate.]
Gate Guard: Ah, Sir Jack Russell. Are you heading out too?
Jack: [turns to face the guard] Yeah, I guess. Did Cross leave already?
Gate Guard: Yes, sir! He passed by earlier at the head of his brigade.
Jack: Okay, thanks. [glances away] That guy sure means business.
Gate Guard: But Fire Mountain is an awful place, sir.
Jack: [looks back] You know about Fire Mountain?
Gate Guard: My family is from down south. We always heard rumors about Fire
Mountain in Dichett... You know, monsters and other creatures.
But we never thought there was a dragon there...
Jack: Huh... [turns away] Hey, I'd better get going. I can't be late for
the fight. [smiles back at the guard for a moment, then runs off]
Gate Guard: [salutes] Good luck!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[When you cross over into the Dichett region, you see a pan of the region
and Jack, slouched.]
Jack: Man, it's hot! You could fry eggs on these rocks. I'd better find
this fire dragon before I get toasted.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the entrance to the inner chamber, you get a scene of Jack
looking up at the doors.
Jack: Wow... These are some seriously huge doors.
[Jack walks up and shoves at the left one for a moment before it finally
opens a crack. He takes a break to breathe and wipe sweat off his brow,
then pushes it open the rest of the way, stopping it the doorway once
it's open.]
Jack: Okay, let's do it.
[Scene changes to inside the inner room, Jack walking past piles of
glittering gold and weapons and such to an alter, where someone is
resting. He stops in front of the alter.]
Jack: It's the funny money wheezer! What are you doing here?
Large Man: [rolls over] So it's you who came, is it?
Jack: [steps forward a bit more] Huh?
Large Man: Aphelion asked me... Why must humans be the ones to die? [stands]
I've been thinking: maybe it's because that's the fate humans
choose for themselves. Just as you have today.
Jack: [frowns and shrugs] What're you talking about, old man? [smiles]
You're getting kind of preachy.
Large Man: [laughs] Indeed I am. Frankly, I don't like talking about this
stuff either. But, understand this, lad, and make no mistake.
[voice starts to go low and growly, echoing a bit] I will do my
duty!
[As the Large Man begins to transform, wreathed in fire, Jack backs away.]
Jack: W-Whoa...old man...? Wait... You're the dragon!?
[The transformation finishes and the dragon lowers its head to roar at
Jack, who draws his sword.]
Parsec: Death is your destiny. Order shall be restored to Tottaus!
[BATTLE]
[An orange/gold glow appears and Parsec's body is wreathed in flames,
slowly disappearing from sight. Something falls to the ground where he
was laying and Jack steps forward to see. It's the fire stick the Large
Man/Parsec always kept in his mouth.]
Jack: Sorry...
[Jack picks the stick up and stares at it for a moment before closing his
eyes and dropping his head.]
Jack: ...
[The door opens behind Jack and Cross comes running in.]
Cross: Jack? The fire dragon! Where is it?
Jack: [turns to leave, head hanging] Dead. I killed it.
[Jack leaves and Cross is left to growl angrily.]
Cross: ... Damn you! [defeated posture]
[Obtained Parsec's Match]
[Scene opens in Lucian's office, on his empty desk chair.]
Lucian: ...
[Camera pans back to show Lucian kneeling on the floor in front of his
desk, holding his head and shaking violently.]
Lucian: ... [looks up, breathing heavily] The fourth dragon...now sleeps.
Only the vessel...remains to be destroyed. Ungh... [starts shaking
again]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[You need to run the mission 'Secret of the sewer' before you can
continue. After waiting a day and returning to Jack's house, you get
a scene of Jack walking into his home.]
Jack: I'm home! Not that there's anyone here.
[Jack steps forward, the door closing behind him. Something crinkles
under his foot and he pauses, then gingerly lifts his foot to find a
brown envelope, which he then picks up.]
Jack: A letter? What's this doing here? Who's it from? [turns it over] Hey!
It's from the captain! [rips the envelope open, pulls out the letter,
then proceeds to dance around the room] Man, I haven't heard from him
in ages! [sits on his bed to read] My friend, Jack. I hope this finds
you well. I trust you remember your old captain, Ganz.
[As Jack reads, Ganz's voice actor slowly starts to take over the
narration. The scene changes to show Ganz in Void, standing before the
back room desk while Golye writes something.]
Ganz: Much has changed for me since we last met. I'm now working for the
Void guild.
[Ganz is tapping his fingers together as he waits for Golye to finish
writing. When he does and hands over the paper, Ganz's eyes and mouth
go wide before he takes it. The scene changes to show Rynka, Flau, and
Ganz running along Path to the Beast Pit.]
Ganz: I've been able to find a place for myself here, thanks to my
colleagues, Ms. Rynka and Miss Flau.
[Scene changes again to Rynka and Flau jumping over the wall at the end
of Black Town, where the bins are. They turn to look back for Ganz.]
Ganz: It's taken some time, but I'm starting to learn the ropes...
[Ganz fumbles over the wall, falls into the bins and hits the ground on
his back, head in a bin. Flau and Rynka look at each other, then turn
away, shrugging and shaking their heads helplessly.]
Ganz: Although the work isn't always easy.
[Ganz sits up, pushing the bin aside, and Flau comes over to crouch in
front of him. She pokes his belly with a grin and Ganz looks insulted.
Flau stands back up and we see that Rynka is smiling faintly as well.]
Ganz: It's nothing like our old life in the knights, but I'm doing my best.
Life goes on, as they say.
[Ganz smiles and scratches the back of his head. The screen goes black.]
Ganz: It's given me the opportunity to think back on the times we spent
together in the brigade.
[Scene opens on the upper floor of Club Vampire, the camera panning over
to find Ganz sitting at the bar with three martini glasses in front of
him.]
Ganz: Jack, there was something I always wanted to discuss with you, but
could never bring myself to mention... I've long wanted to talk to you
about our fathers.
[Ganz leans back at the bar. Scene changes to show Gawain standing in
front of Fort Helencia, facing Radiata City. Scene finally returns to
Jack, sitting on his bed and head bowed over the letter. He's no longer
smiling.]
Ganz: As I'm sure you remember, my father vanished some sixteen years ago.
He left immediately after your father died.
[Jack closes his eyes. Scene changes to Gawain leaving Radiata City
through Faucon Gate in the night.]
Ganz: At that time, I hated my father for what he'd done, for the shame that
he brought upon us. He simply disappeared from our lives, leaving my
mother and me alone.
[Scene shifts from Gawain leaving at night, to Ganz standing and looking
towards the gate during the day, the camera held in exactly the same
position.]
Ganz: But now, somehow, I think I'm finally starting to understand what my
father was feeling at the time.
[Camera pans down the street, showing as Ganz continues to stand in the
same spot, city-goers going about their daily routines around him like
he isn't even there.]
Ganz: Humans are strange creatures, aren't they, Jack? We have such a short
time to live our lives... ...but in our brief lifetimes, we still find
the time to fall in love with one another.
[Ganz turns and we see Cody running towards him, smiling and waving.]
Ganz: On the other hand, perhaps it is precisely because our time in this
world is so short... ...that we are able to love other people so
completely, and with such astounding conviction.
[Ganz reaches out and moves his hand over Cody's head as though ruffling
his hair. Cody smiles widely at him. Rynka and Flau appear from the
same direction that Cody just came.]
Ganz: My father was no different, I think. He possessed the same human
heart that we all do.
[Ganz looks up at the sky, where two birds are flying. Rynka and Flau
stop walking towards him and Cody, also looking up at the birds.]
Ganz: I believe that, in spite of everything, my father did love me, as
any father loves his child.
[Ganz closes his eyes. The scene changes to him walking through the Beast
Pit, a large bag held over one shoulder. As he exits onto Black Town,
he finds Rynka and Flau waiting for him.]
Ganz: Jack, my friend. I will be leaving Radiata soon. I have a very long
journey ahead of me.
[Ganz sets down his bag long enough to bow to the two women, then picks
it back up and walks around them.]
Ganz: I don't think we will meet again for quite some time. But, if you
ever find the man who killed your father, I hope that you will fight
him, with all your courage and strength.
[We see Flau wiping at her face, as though brushing away tears. The
camera shifts back to show Ganz walking through Faucon Gate, just as
Gawain had once done.]
Ganz: Even if... Even if that man should be called Gawain Rothschild.
[Ganz pauses before walking through the gate, holding one hand up to
shade his eyes as he looks ahead.]
Ganz: Jack, as your friend, I pray that you will succeed one day, and that
your father will be avenged. Until we meet again...
[Ganz leaves through the gate. The scene returns to Jack, sitting on his
bed with the letter.]
Jack: Your faithful servant, Ganz Rothschild. [sighs] ... [sits back on the
bed and looks up towards the ceiling] The captain's tougher than he
looks...
[Obtained Ganz's Letter]
[Scene shows Natalie and Leonard outside Fort Helencia again, in the same
spot as last time.]
Leonard: Hey, Lady Natalie. How long are we going to just sit here keeping
watch?
Natalie: [side-eyes him] Leonard, how many times are you going to ask me
the same question?
Leonard: Well, let's see. That was the twenty-fourth.
Natalie: If you know, stop asking already! [closes eyes and tilts head away]
We're not leaving this spot until we've found Lady Ridley and taken
her home, got it?
Leonard: [glances at Natalie] I'd like to rescue her, too, but if she never
comes out... There's not a lot we can do just sitting out here.
Natalie: I said we wait.
Leonard: [stands] This is stupid. Let's just sneak into the fort, okay?
[points towards the fort] I don't think I can sit out here for too
much longer... [is dragged back down by Natalie, his face shoved
into the bushes they've been crouched behind]
Natalie: [suddenly perks up, staring at the fort] What?
[Camera zooms in on where Zane has come out of the back entrance. After
a moment, Ridley appears.]
Ridley: ...
Natalie: ...!
Leonard: [face still shoved down] W-What is it?
Natalie: I-It's her...! [runs out from behind the bush, heading towards
Ridley] Lady Ridley!
[Leonard finally gets the chance to see what's going on. His mouth opens
wide in shock and he hurries after Natalie. At the fort, Zane has moved
to stand between Natalie and Ridley.]
Natalie: [falls to one knee a few feet before Zane] Lady Ridley, it's
Natalie! Your father ordered us to come here... [she looks up at
Ridley and Zane, smiling, as Leonard finally reaches her and
kneels too] He's so worried. We're here to take you home. Lady
Ridley, you can come with us back to the castle!
Ridley: ...
Natalie: [face falls] Lady Ridley?
Ridley: ...
Natalie: [desperate] Lady Ridley! Lady Ridley!
Leonard: [gets up and points at Zane] You sleazeball! What have you done to
her!?
Zane: Oh, how tiresome. Humans again...
[Natalie stands.]
Zane: Go away! We have no time to waste on dolts like you!
Natalie: Listen, elf! Hand Ridley over, now!
Gawain: You can lead this to me. You go on ahead.
[Everyone but Ridley turns to look at where Gawain has emerged from the
fort.]
Zane: Very well. Thank you, Gawain.
Leonard: D-Did he say...Gawain?
Natalie: You're...Gawain!?
Gawain: That's right. Sir Gawain, if you please.
Leonard: I don't get it...
Gawain: [steps forward, getting between the two pairs] If you want Ridley,
you're going to have to go through me first.
Natalie: Shut up, you turncoat! You double-crossing swine! You'll pay at
the point of my sword! [draws her sword; behind her, Leonard draws
his axe] Leonard, back me up!
Leonard: Right, boss!
Gawain: [looks between them] Hmm...
[Screen goes black, then reopens to find Leonard and Natalie facedown in
the dirt.]
Natalie: ...
Gawain: [facing away from them] Don't worry, your wounds aren't fatal. I
don't think you'll be able to move for a while, though. [walks away]
Natalie: [raises up and holds her hand out after Gawain] Lady Ridley...
[drops back to the dirt]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon laying down to sleep, there comes a knock at the door. Jack turns
to look, not in bed yet. (For once.)]
Jack: Huh? Who can that be, at this hour? [opens the door to find Ridley]
Ridley!? Is that....really you? What are you doing here?
Ridley: ...
Jack: Wait a sec! You...you didn't run away, did you? You did, didn't you?
That's great news! You got away!
Ridley: Jack.
Jack: ...
Ridley: [glances down] There are guards everywhere. Are you going to let
me in?
Jack: Oh, yeah... [moves back to let her in]
Ridley: [enters] Thank you. [walks towards the bed, stops and looks around]
Your room hasn't changed, I see...
Jack: Forget the room already, will you!? We've got more important stuff
to talk about!
Ridley: Important things... Yes. Yes, we do have to talk.
Jack: Listen, what the heck were you doing at Fort Helencia?
Ridley: What? You didn't appreciate me saving your life? [glances over her
shoulder at Jack]
Jack: [hands on hips] I'm not talking about that! What were you doing with
that Gawain guy?
Ridley: [looks away] ...
Jack: Hey, I'm asking you a question! What were you doing with those
nonhumans? Do you really want to turn around and fight against the
humans? Against your old friends!?
[Ridley is silent.]
Jack: Come on! I want some answers, Ridley! [smacks the crates next to him]
Ridley: I'm not trying to do anything except fulfill my destiny. That's all.
Jack: Your destiny? What destiny?
Ridley: Jack. Try to understand. The world has become unbalanced. So much
so that no one can put it right again anymore. All because of the
stupidity of humans.
Jack: [uncertain] Unbalanced...?
Ridley: Yes. I have a responsibility. I have to help put things right.
Jack: Hey, Ridley... You're really making no sense at all. Are you being
controlled by the fairy creatures? Or maybe it was the transpiritation?
Ridley: The transpiritation? Yes, that was part of my destiny, too.
Jack: I knew it! Okay, that's it. We're going to the hospital! They'll have
a look at you and fix you up. Come on, let's go...
Ridley: No... There's no cure.
Jack: Sure there is!
Ridley: In any case... I met your old captain the other day.
Jack: Huh? Captain Ganz?
Ridley: Do you remember, Jack? The reason why they performed the
transpiritation?
Jack: Yeah, I remember. It was after the fight with that blood orc.
Ridley: Yes, the captain told me. That, too, was the doing of humans.
Jack: [frowning] Humans? What do you mean?
Ridley: The orc that the Rose Cochon fought that day... It was brought
there...by someone you know quite well. It was an accident. We were
just in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Jack: Someone I know? What do you mean? Who was it?
Ridley: It was... [suddenly grabs her head] Ungh...
Jack: [steps forward, a hand outstretched] H-Hey, Ridley? Are you okay?
[hurries forward the rest of the way and takes her arms] Hey! Ridley?
Ridley!?
Ridley: [straightens] Lafya ma quaiha sajek caifout.
Jack: What language is that?
Ridley: Lucieh curamu kholsk tem sula.
Jack: [shakes her] Hey! What's wrong with you?
Ridley: Unn...!
Jack: [stops shaking her] Ridley?
Ridley: Jack? What happened?
Jack: What happened? You mean you don't remember?
Ridley: [head droops] Not again... It's been happening more and more
frequently. It seems like I'm losing my own body... As if it isn't
mine anymore.
Jack: Hey, Ridley...
Ridley: Jack. I'm sorry I bothered you with this. I've accepted my destiny
for what it is. I'm ready to confront it now. It's just that...
Before the end came... I wanted to know if I was still truly human.
I'm glad I was able to see you again, Jack.
Jack: Ridley... You aren't going to... Are you?
Ridley: [looks up at him, smiling] Jack, I'll always be grateful. [leaves]
Jack: [eyes widen] Wait! Hey, Ridley! [runs after her]
[On the bridge above Jack's house, we see Gawain and Ridley walking
towards White Town. Jack tops the stairs and stops upon seeing them,
fists up.]
Jack: You! Gawain! Ridley, come back! Don't go with this guy!
[Gawain and Ridley both turn back to look at Jack.]
Gawain: We're trying to keep a low profile here. Keep your damn voice down.
Jack: Gawain! You're human, aren't you? What are you doing fighting against
us!? Knights are supposed to protect Radiata! You're a traitor to your
own comrades!
Gawain: Well, well, well. At least the son of Cairn has learned to talk
like a man.
Jack: S-Shut your mouth! Don't you dare say my father's name!
Gawain: I'm not fighting for the nonhumans' cause, boy. I'm only following
my destiny.
Jack: [runs closer] I don't want to hear your lies, Gawain! You can't fool
me! [draws sword]
Gawain: You don't have to believe me... All right, then. I'll tell you a
secret. Tomorrow, the nonhumans will launch a massive attack on
Radiata. It'll be the biggest battle the world has ever seen.
Jack: You're lying! You wouldn't give that kind of information to the enemy!
Gawain: Believe me or not, it's your choice. Ridley and I are leaving.
We're going to the end of the world. Hope the weather's good there...
[turns and leaves, Ridley following]
Jack: [straightens, watching them leave] The end of the world...
[Screen goes dark. Opens outside Lupus Gate, which is closed. Guards are
positioned along the bridge in front of it. In the grass to one side,
Jack is sitting, looking up at the sky. Cross is a fair distance ahead
of Jack on the grass, looking around. Scene changes to, assumedly, the
night before, after Gawain and Ridley left. Jack, Cross, and Larks are
in Larks' office.]
Jack: So that's what he said, anyway.
Larks: Sir Gawain... Hmm...
Cross: So you are a coward, after all. Why else would you just let the
traitors walk out of town? Unless of course, you're plotting
something yourself. Are you a traitor, too, Jack?
Jack: [raises his fist to Cross] What was that!?
Larks: [sits up, frowning] Stop that, both of you.
Jack: ...
Cross: But, Lord Larks!
Larks: First of all, we must close all the city gates. Jack, Cross. I want
you both to assemble your troops immediately... ...and take up
positions together in front of Lupus Gate.
Cross: [leans forward] Lupus Gate! With this fool!? Don't tell me you
believe his idiotic story!? Why not just invite the enemy into the
castle yourself!? If any guard is needed at al;, it should be in front
of Faucon Gate, facing Fort Helencia!
Larks: [looks up at Cross] Cross. I don't remember asking for your opinion.
I give the orders. Is that clear? Unless, of course, you want to tell
me that I am wrong.
Cross: [straightens] No, sir.
Larks: Good. Then you will do as I say.
Cross: Yes, my lord.
[Scene returns to Cross and Jack outside Lupus Gate. Cross turns to look
back at Jack and frowns.]
Cross: You'd better not be plotting anything, do you hear me?
Jack: Cross, don't you ever think about what's going on? About Ridley, or
Gawain? Or where this war is going to end up?
Cross: Ha! What are you blabbering about!
[Shouting comes from along the bridge.]
Cross: [turns, surprised] ...!
[Men come running up the bridge, shouting.]
Farmer: Th-The fairy creatures! They're coming!
[A guard goes out to meet the men and is shot down by a green light. The
men run past his body and we see a cloud in the distance. The could
clears to show green goblins, a dwarf, green orcs, and a dark elf. The
gate opens to let the fleeing men in, one guard dragging the fallen
guard in to safety. A group of guards run forward to meet the attack.]
Cross: They really are attacking! The army is massive... And they have orcs
with them!
Jack: Gawain, Ridley... Are you in there, too?
[Scene changes to Larks' office, where he and Lucian are both sitting
across the desk from each other. A soldier dashes in.]
Soldier: A message, sir! Lupus Gate is under stack by a large force of
nonhumans!
Larks: Have the troops guarding the other gates join the Lupus Gate
defenders. We have to stop the enemy where they are.
Soldier: [bows] Yes sir, right away, sir! [runs out]
Larks: Lupus Gate... It's all happening exactly as you predicted.
Lucian: I am pleased that I can be of some service, Lord Larks.
Larks: Tell me, Lord Lucian. Don't you think it's time that you told me
the truth?
Lucian: The truth, my lord?
Larks: Yes. Who are you really? And what is it that you really want?
Lucian: [bows head, smiling, eyes closed] Ah, I see. Are you suggesting that
I am some kind of spy?
Larks: No, of course not. But...how should I put it? It seems to me that
you know too much... Far too much.
Lucian: I am nothing more than a guide to humanity's future.
Larks: A guide?
Lucian: [stands] I will have to leave you soon. [walks towards the door]
Larks: Where are you going, Lord Lucian?
Lucian: [paused at the door] Lord Larks, it has been an honor to serve you.
I do not think we will meet again. [leaves]
Larks: [sits back in his chair with a sigh] ...
[Scene returns to the gate. Cross is in the middle of the bridge,
soldiers behind him, with his sword drawn. Jack is on the grass with
a couple of soldiers, his own sword drawn.]
Cross: Soldiers of the Noire Mouton, hold your ground! We shall drive them
back!
[Jack jumps onto the bridge, standing just a little behind and to Cross's
right.]
Cross: Stay with me, men! We will wipe out this nonhuman scum once and for
all! [glances at Jack] Jack! You asked me what I thought of war. This
is my answer! I believe in me. I believe in the power of my sword. I
am a warrior! I fight for all that is due to me as a warrior. The
acclaim! The praise! The honor! I have no time for doubts and second
guessing. Wavering cowards like yourself mean nothing to me!
Jack: Cross...
Cross: Yes, you stand there and tremble like a child. That's all you're
good for!
[Cross and his three soldiers run forward, taking out nonhumans as they
go. Green lights fly past them, most exploding harmlessly in the air
or against the bridge. One of the soldiers falls back near Jack as
he lowers his sword.]
Jack: I can't fight...
[Some townspeople (Alvin, Rolec, and Carlos, for me) come running back
towards Jack, a blood orc chasing them.]
Jack: What the—!?
[The blood orc stops in front of Jack. Jack stares for a moment, then
falls into a ready position.]
Jack: A blood orc!
[BATTLE]
[The blood orc falls back, defeated, and the three townspeople who'd
fled before it all cheer. Two dwarves come running forward and the
three townspeople run out to meet them.]
Jack: Dammit... He was really tough... And there're still more of them!
[Lights come flying down the bridge. Jack blocks one with his sword.]
Zane: Jack, you have grown strong. I suppose that strength makes you even
more insolent.
[The camera pans around to show Zane standing in the middle of the
bridge, the fighting well behind him, but a few lights from spells
shooting past on either side.]
Jack: Zane, the elf leader! So the ringleader finally shows, huh?
Zane: Can you hear it, Jack? Can you hear the world crying out in anger
and sorrow and pain? It is all the work of humans. You destroy the
balance of the cosmos and spread the algandars disease. You even turn
your swords against the guardians themselves. Folly upon folly — will
you never be satisfied!? My heart is gripped by fear... Fear of what
humanity will do next.
[Zane raises his left hand and it crystalizes over with green.]
Jack: Z-Zane!? You too?
Zane: [laughs] Oh, yes. Algandars will claim even me. This poison can slay
even immortal elves. Is it any wonder that we fear you so? Humans are
like a plague of rats. Your kind has poisoned me and the whole world.
But I shall take up the guardians' task, and destroy you all!
[BATTLE]
[The camera pans across the battlefield, showing the bodies of fallen
nonhumans. Only Zane still stands, slumping slightly before Jack.
Cross and some guards and soldiers stand behind Jack, watching.]
Jack: Zane...
Zane: [looks up] ... [laughs] You're too late... The vessel has awakened.
Soon it will arrive...at the castle of the gold dragon.
Jack: The vessel!?
Zane: [straightens as light starts moving around him] Ah...so this...so
this is death.
[Some light elves behind Zane, still alive, watch him with scared eyes as
he shakes and the light grows brighter.]
Zane: No! Please, someone! Save my soul!
[The light explodes, leaving a misshapen green lump where Zane had stood.
Behind Jack, the soldiers and guards cheer while he frowns.]
Cross: Ha! How did you like that, nonhuman scum? This is the power of
humanity!
[The sun suddenly goes dark. Jack looks up while Cross and the men with
him all look around.]
Cross: Wh-What's happening!?
Jack: [turning back towards the city, watching the sky] What is that?
[A dark cloud has formed over the castle. A shape flies out of one of
the upper floors of the castle, moving over the city and to the south.
As it passes the group on the bridge, the sun returns.]
Cross: A dragon... A silver dragon! Yes! That is a prey worthy of my skills
as a hunter! [waves his sword around his head] Noire Mouton, follow
me! We shall hunt that monster down!
[Cross and his soldiers run down the bridge, around Jack, who's still
watching the sky.]
Jack: The silver dragon? But what does it want? Where is it going? Of
course! The third painting! It's going to the end of the world! That's
where Ridley and Gawain went! I have to follow it... Yeah, I have to
go there too. To the end of the world!
[As Jack runs down the bridge, into the Adien region, Larks steps out
from under the gate with a couple of guards.]
Larks: Dare we call this victory? No. This may be our end...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the second map of the Dysett region, you find Gawain
waiting for you.]
Gawain: I've been waiting, son of Cairn.
Jack: [walking forwards] Gawain! What have you done with Ridley? What are
you up to? What are you trying to do?
Gawain: [swinging his morningstar around] This isn't the time for talking
boy! Draw your sword!
Jack: Gawain! You...
Gawain: Enough talk, son of Cairn. If you want to learn the truth, you'll
have to fight me! How about it? Come on! This isn't the time for
cowardice!
Jack: [regretfully draws his sword] I don't know what's going on... I
never understand this kind of stuff. Everything you've said, and
everything Ridley told me, I just pretended to understand, okay? [moves
sword in an arc in front of himself] Gawain! I'm sorry for the
captain... But you killed my father, so now you die!
[A moment's stillness as the wind blows, then BATTLE!]
Gawain: [falls over backwards] Well done, Jack... [looks up as Jack runs
over] Just like your father.
Jack: Gawain...
Gawain: Why the long face, lad? You won. You should look happy about it.
Ridley and I are prisoners of our destiny. This...this is how it
was meant to end for me.
Jack: Destiny? What do you mean, destiny? What's going to happen to Ridley!?
Gawain: Ridley's destiny is quite different from mine. A long time ago I
stole your father from you. My fate was to lose everything repaying
that debt.
Jack: Gawain. [crouches down next to Gawain]
Gawain: [leans up slightly] You've become strong. Cairn would be proud of
you, lad.
Jack: [grabs Gawain's hand] Gawain! Tell me the truth! Did you really kill
my father?
Gawain: You have avenged his death, Jack. Leave it at that.
Jack: ...
Gawain: You have defeated me in battle. My duty is now done. [closes his
eyes and begins coughing violently] ...
Jack: It's okay. Don't try to talk.
Gawain: Tell Ganz... Tell my son... I'm sorry...I wasn't a father to him.
Jack: But Gawain! Ganz forgives you...!
[Jack shakes Gawain's hand, even as Gawain's head falls back to the
ground and he stills, dead. Jack stares for a moment before
gently lowering Gawain's hand to his chest and leaning back, looking
at the sky.]
Jack: Tell me. Dad, did I do the right thing?
[Jack's mouth opens in shock as he sees the silver dragon flying over
the gorge. He gets up and keeps on.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon passing onto the next screen, there's a cut scene of Jack jogging
forward, then stopping in view of the City of White Nights.]
Jack: The silver dragon definitely came this way. Ridley must be here too!
Cross: What are you doing here, Jack?
[Cross and three soldiers come walking from the City, stopping short of
sword range of Jack.]
Jack: Cross!
Cross: I hope you're not here for the dragon.
Jack: No, not the dragon...
Cross: [points at Jack] You're not needed here, Jack. The beast is mine,
do you hear? Go home.
Jack: Hold on, I only came here to bring Ridley back home. That's all.
Cross: [lowers arm] Ridley? Is she here? [laughs] Oh, yes, of course. You
have a crush on the girl, don't you?
Jack: I just want to help...
Cross: [hair flip] Oh, who cares? Just stay out of my way, Jack. Stay out
of my way, or else.
Jack: ...
Cross: [turns away from Jack and points his sword at the City] Noire Mouton,
follow me! The hunt is on! Victory and glory will be ours!
[Cross and his soldiers run over the ridge.]
Jack: Hang in there, Ridley. I'm coming! I'm coming to save you! [runs to
the path]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon going through the door at the top of the inner tower room, you see
Jack running to to where Lucian is waiting for him.]
Lucian: Jack, you made it. Well done.
Jack: Lord Lucian? What are you doing here?
Lucian: Actually, I am here for the same reason as you.
Jack: Huh? You mean...
Lucian: Yes. I have come to help Ridley.
Jack: [smiles] Really!? That's great! But, have you seen Cross or the
silver dragon?
Lucian: [brings hand to mouth and looks away] No, neither of them.
Jack: Really? That's strange...
Lucian: But listen to me... According to my investigation, Ridley's
consciousness has been overtaken by the elf within her.
Jack: [frowns, head drooping] I knew it.
Lucian: [smiling] Do not despair, Jack. It is not too late to save her.
Jack: [perks up] Really? We can still help?
Lucian: Yes, she isn't lost to us yet. But we must have your strength if
we are to help her.
Jack: Just tell me what I have to do! I'll do anything you say!
Lucian: Thank you, Jack. We don't have a moment to spare. We have to hurry.
Jack: Okay, let's go.
[They both run up the path. PLAYER CONTROL]
[As you reach the top of the tower, there's a scene of Jack running in
the lead, Lucian following. Jack skids to a stop before the last
couple steps onto the top platform to stare at where Ridley is
floating before a gold dragon. Both of them are glowing.]
Jack: Ridley! What is this!?
Lucian: Jack! You have to take Ridley away from the gold dragon! Reach
deep into your heart! Call out to Ridley and set her free!
Jack: [looks at him] Call out to her...?
[Lucian gives a determined nod. As Jack steps forward, you can just see
a smile forming on Lucian's face.]
Jack: Ridley! It's me, Jack!
Ridley: [turns a bit away from the dragon] Jack...
[Jack smiles, puts a hand against his chest, and steps forward another
step.]
Cross: J-Jack...!
[Both Jack and Lucian glance over to find Cross on the ground, beat up
and holding on to Lucian's right ankle.]
Jack: Cross!
Cross: Don't...let him fool you.
Jack: [frowns] Fool me? Who?
Cross: This traitor...Lucian! My whole brigade... The Noire Mouton is wiped
out... Wiped out by Lucian... The silver dragon!
Jack: [jerks back from Lucian] The dragon!?
Lucian: [expression falls] Dear, oh dear. [smiles] You talk far too much,
little man.
[A black glow surrounds Lucian, pushing Jack away slightly from the
force. Pale blue light, like lightning, hits Cross.]
Cross: Argh!
Jack: Cross!
[Cross is a singed lump on the ground.]
Jack: [glaring at Lucian] You killed him...
Lucian: [looks at Jack] Jack, I am most grateful for your help. Thank you
so much.
[Lucian points his hand towards Ridley and the gold dragon. Jack stares
for a moment, then starts forward as light gathers at the tips of
Lucian's fingers. He attempts to jump in the way of the blast, but
only catches the edge of it. The rest strikes Ridley.]
Ridley: Jack...
Jack: ... [gets up]
[Behind Jack, we see Ridley lying prone in front of the gold dragon, who
is no longer shining. Jack runs over and raises her upper body.]
Jack: Ridley! Hey, Ridley! Wake up!
Ridley: [eyes open] Jack. I'm so glad...
Jack: ...?
Ridley: ...that I heard you call my name, one last time.
Jack: Hey...
Ridley: [reaches a hand up to him] Jack... You...and me forever...
[Ridley's hand falls, her head going back.]
Jack: No... Please, no... [curls around Ridley] NOOO!
[The gold dragon fades from sight.]
Lucian: It is all finished, at last. As the silver dragon, I was
powerless... Powerless to act against Ridley while she was the
vessel. But you gave me the opportunity to strike. I owe it all to
you, my friend. You should rejoice, Jack. The gold dragon Quasar
is dead. Humanity is free of the menace! Humanity has won! We have
built a new cosmic order!
[Lucian glows and transforms into his dragon form, roaring.]
Jack: ...
Aphelion: Humans! You shall live! You shall live until the end of the
world itself!
Jack: [sits up] You'll pay for this! [sets Ridley down then turns, drawing
his sword]
Aphelion: Why do you grow angry with me? I have given humanity exactly what
it deserves.
Jack: Why did you kill Ridley?
Aphelion: The girl received the transpiritation. She chose to serve as the
vessel for the gold dragon. She became the enemy of all humanity.
Jack: You murderer! Ridley was...Ridley was human, too! Dragon! You will
pay for this!
Aphelion: You must not care much for your life, if you're going to draw
your sword against me. But if that is what you want, you will
taste the power of the silver dragon! Then you and your anger
and despair and regret... Can burn together in hell!
[BATTLE]
[Scene of Aphelion slowly falling backwards before his dragon form
scatters away into nothing, leaving behind Lucian.]
Lucian: I am slain...by a human.
Jack: ...
Lucian: Jack. Humans are creatures bound by their fate. By their deeds do
they live and die. If it was my fate that you slay me... Then perhaps
it was my fate that I die at your hand.
Jack: I don't believe in fate! It was my purpose... It was my mission to
beat you. That's all!
Lucian: You say...your mission?
Jack: Ridley accepted that it was her fate to restore order to the world...
But you...you killed her for the sake of humanity... And I wouldn't
forgive you for that... That's when I realized what MY mission was! I
knew that I had to destroy you!
Lucian: [weak chuckle] I see, Jack. So in the end I am a victim of my own
mission.
[Screen begins to shake and little trails of dust trickle down. Jack
stumbles.]
Jack: What's happening!?
Lucian: The gold dragon castle is finished. I have to leave you now...
Jack: ...
Lucian: Fare thee well, Jack. Fare thee well, my humans. I have saved you
all, my frail, frail children... [fades away]
[Jack looks around for a moment, then gets up and goes to Ridley. A
pillar falls near them as he picks her up. He hurries down the path
as it all falls apart. Above the tower, a light bursts, and the
screen goes white. Scene changes to Larks, standing in the upper hall
of the castle and looking out the large windows at where light is
shooting up at the sky in the distance. The scene changes again to a
different view of the light. Finally, opening on Radiata City in the
morning, the birds chirping. Children run across the bridge over
Jack's house and he steps out, wearing his beginning clothing, a bag
and his father's sword over one shoulder. He walks through the city,
passing NPCs as he goes, and leaves through Lupus Gate, not looking
back. Someone runs forward, stopping just under the gate (I suspect
whoever you had as your date for the fireworks festival; it was
Charlie for me).]
[GAME END CREDITS]
[A scene of Jack standing, alone, on a grassy plain, looking back at
Radiata City. Finally, he turns and walks away.]
[Upon selecting the Dragon Lair Cave at the pig statue, you see a scene
of Jack stepping out of a hollow pillar, which is sparkling with moving
lights, into a cave.]
Jack: This is a space built for fun, by the same gods who created Radiata.
Only the strongest are allowed here. Step forward into a new, different
world. [looks around] W-What!? Wha... [zoom in on Jack; his eyes
suddenly widen and his pupils shrink (if you're wearing the Robot
Armor, his eyes go blue)] What lies ahead is like nothing you have
experienced so far. Do not enter if you do not want to have all your
illusions shattered. [his eyes go back to normal and he scowls] Hey!
Stop using my mouth for this!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Note: You can visit each of the four elemental dragons in any order
you'd like. I went clockwise: Earth, wind, water, fire.]
[Upon entering the earth dragon's room, you see Jack stepping down the
two steps to where Baade lays, waiting.]
Baade: I am the earth dragon, Baade of Fertile Soil and Quickening Life.
Feel the pulsing of the earth!
[BATTLE]
Baade: My duty is done. If you are a true warrior, you will encounter the
imperious dragon. [fades away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the wind dragon's room, you see Jack walking along the
path and stopping before where Cepheid is floating, encased in his
whirlwind protective outer layer.]
Cepheid: I am the wind dragon, Cepheid of Great Skies and Vicissitude. Feel
the sharp blades of the wind surrounding my body!
[BATTLE]
[Part way through, Cepheid will lose his outer wind protection and the
battle will begin anew.]
Cepheid: A distorted world gives birth to distorted creatures. But who is
it that is distorted? Us, or you? [fades away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the water dragon's room, you see Jack walking down into
a small pond, where Kelvin awaits him.]
Kelvin: I am the water dragon, Kelvin of Chasms and Churning Seas. You point
your sword at me, but I am too fast for you!
[BATTLE]
Kelvin: I am but a mere cog. My duty is done. It is time for you to do your
duty. [fades away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the fire dragon's room, you see Jack walking forward to
meet Parsec.]
Parsec: I am the fire dragon, Parsec of Conflagrations and Turmoil. Feel
my flames and turn to ash!
[BATTLE]
Parsec: The weak fade away. It is the law and logic of this world. [fades
away]
[Once all the elemental dragons have been defeated, you'll get a short
cut scene of a doorway appearing in front of the entrance.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the room of the final path, you see Jack walking into what
appears to be an empty room. He walks to the back wall, where there is
writing and some drawings.]
???: Human life is ephemeral.
[Jack looks around in confusion.]
???: But it's all-encompassing light can destroy anything that stands before
it. What awful strength you must have to beat the four guardian
dragons...
Jack: Where are you? Show yourself!
???: I'm right in front of you!
[What looked to be a stick in the middle of the painting turns, showing it
is, in fact, a multi-colored creature.]
Jack: You're flat! Way flat! W-What!?
???: Our name is Radian. Radian of idleness and approval and doldrums and
intoxication and lightness.
Jack: How long is your name!? And...does anyone know what all those words
mean!?
Radian: Mya! Myaaa! You dare mock Radian? It is time to reveal our distorted
powers. Radian's dragon powers will send you to a world of despair
and remorse! MYAAA! [stomps forward]
[BATTLE]
Radian: How come I wasn't the main character of this game!?
[Radian falls over backwards, an explosion sends him shooting up, out of
the frame. Jack stares after him, mouth open. Radian floats back down
to lay on the ground for a moment, then jumps up and scurries back to
the wall with the writing. He smacks into the wall, then falls again
to the ground. This time, he fades away. Jack heaves a great sigh.]
[Out in the main cave, a light flashes around the central pillar and the
light motes moving around it start going the opposite direction.]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
+DISTORTION CORRIDOR+
[Upon choosing to proceed from the Dragon Lair Cave, you will see a few
shots of the outer part of the Distortion Corridor before zooming back
to the normal screen view.]
Jack: Man, another weird dungeon!?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the right screen, Jack will find Cairn waiting for him.]
Cairn: Hehehe!
Jack: D-Dad!?
[Gold light surrounds both Jack and Cairn, transporting them to a new
section. Jack takes a moment to look around.]
Cairn: You've gotten strong, Jack! I can see it in your eyes, in the way you
move, the way you walk. I guess children don't need parents to grow
up... Hehehe!
Jack: Why are you here? Does this mean you're alive?
Cairn: That's not important right now! This world was built from
distortion...I think. What I mean it, anything goes! ANYTHING AT
ALL!
Jack: No more caffeine for you, Dad...
Cairn: Enough of the chitchat! Let's see what you can do!
Jack: Huh?
Cairn: I am your father, but I am also a warrior who strives to be the best.
The best! It just sounds good, doesn't it?
Jack: D-Dad...
Cairn: Call me Daddy! But let's stay focused! Jack! Come at me with all
you've got! I want to fight you, man-to-man!
Jack: ...Okay, you've got it! I'm not holding back!
Cairn: Hm! I am Cairn Russell! The ultimate warrior! Ready?
[BATTLE]
Cairn: Hahaha! You've grown strong! You win, I lose. Hm? I guess it's time.
[begins fading] The weak fade away. That's how this world works. Until
we meet again!
Jack: Dad... I never knew you were so...hyper.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the last room in the sequence of rooms with doors with
symbols in front of them, there is a bright light, then Valkyrie
appears.]
Valkyrie: I am Valkyrie, the selector of souls. I watched your battle with
Cairn. Will you lend me your strength?
Jack: ...What do you want?
Valkyrie: That is an excellent question. Let me answer it like this. I am
asking you to come to heaven with me.
Jack: Heaven? Meaning death, right? You don't even know me and you want me
dead?
Valkyrie: W-Well, it is not a painful thing. Just a little pinch at first.
You will feel better in no time. Well?
Jack: What do you think!? NO!
Valkyrie: People who are there say it is a great place to live.
Jack: That makes no sense—they're not even alive!
Valkyrie: Hmm, you have a point... Become an einherjer and join me in
becoming the best. No?
Jack: What's an einherjer? Anyway, you're a weirdo, so no.
Valkyrie: You seem to have a problem with me. I have decided. I will force
you to come with me. [slides forward into Jack]
[BATTLE]
Valkyrie: I cannot believe I lost. Hmm, it is time for Plan B.
Jack: I don't think you should be telling me that, should you?
Valkyrie: On the path before you... ...there is a terrible man with great
magical powers. If you can defeat him, then good... ...but, if you
cannot beat him, I will lend you my strength. What do you say to
that?
[Valkyrie added to Friend List]
Valkyrie: Let me know when you need my help! Goodbye! [slides out of sight,
then comes walking back onscreen] Oh, I almost forgot. I have two
of these so you can have one.
Jack: What is it?
Valkyrie: It is what you people would call a bribe. Don't sweat the
details.
[Obtained Holy Sword Gram]
Valkyrie: [turns away] See you later. [slides out of screen again]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Lezard: A new level created from Almuna, the 24th floor of the parallel
world... [looks up, raising his arms] Let us name it Radical. My love.
I will discover the secrets of this world, and gain even more power.
My power shall become absolute! [eyes over his shoulder at where Jack
is standing] Eavesdropping? That is hardly a respectable pastime. Who
are you? Why have you come to this world?
Jack: I am...
Lezard: Hmph. Never mind. I do not care who you are. All I know is you are
in my way. I will have to exterminate you.
Jack: Well, um...
Lezard: [turns to face Jack] I consign myself to this whirlpool of the
eternal present. Prepare yourself to hear my name. Be disgusted
with yourself if you do not recognize it! I am Lezard!
Jack: Oh, shut up!
[BATTLE]
Lezard: No! I cannot accept such an ending! I will not accept this! [fades
away]
Jack: Who was that guy?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering his room, you get a lovely shot of Gabriel Celesta's crotch
before the camera slowly pans up to his face.]
Gabriel Celesta: Brave warrior. You have traveled far. Now is not the time
for words. Now is the time for action! Show me your strength,
warrior!
[Aaaaaaand another shot of his crotch. Jack is horrified and attempts
to escape. Gabriel Celesta floats after him. They go around the room for
a moment. Gabriel Celesta finally catches Jack by belly-flopping on
him.]
[BATTLE]
Gabriel Celesta: [on one knee before Jack] I have lost. Well done, brave
warrior. [stands] Until we meet again. Farewell! [turns and
jumps, vanishing into thin air]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Ethereal Queen: You've done well. However, I am very different from Gabriel
Celesta. I will show you what true despair is.
[Jack falls into a ready position. Ethereal Queen smiles and spins in the
air.]
Ethereal Queen: Resign yourself to your fate!
[BATTLE]
Ethereal Queen: What do you desire now that you've proven your strength?
*chuckle* Perhaps it is not my place to ask. But, I am
sure...you will be able to... [fades away]
[The screen goes dark. Jack is suddenly back in his bed. He gets up.]
Jack: It was all a dream...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[If you return to this dungeon a second time, you'll find most of it is
the same. Neither Cairn nor Lezard appear, and Valkyrie is replaced by
Quasar, whose scene goes as below.]
Quasar: I wake from slumber, to sift the sands and uncover diamonds in the
rough. Let us fight this battle to put an end to it all.
[BATTLE]
Quasar: Brave warrior, let us meet again, someday, somewhere. [vanishes in
a bright light]
You can do a quick search of the Vancoor Missions by searching the following
terms:
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Beasts by the Bridge..............VAN01
Smilodon Fang.....................VAN02
A Masterpiece of Fantasy..........VAN03
Vexatious Vermin..................VAN04
Creatures of the Sewer............VAN05
Treasure of the Goblin Cemetery...VAN06
The Ultimate Battle...............VAN07
Gonovitch's Dilemma...............VAN08
Stone of Miracles.................VAN09
Top Secret Mission................VAN10
Build That Body...................VAN11
Please Stop Lord Star.............HUM01
The Real Ultimate Battle..........HUM02
Letter of Defiance................HUM03
The Alien Monster.................HUM04
Secret of the Sewer...............HUM05
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VAN01 +BEASTS BY THE BRIDGE+
Client: Elef
Pay: 3,000
Job: Get rid of the beasts by the bridge construction site so we can do
our job! The bridge ain't building itself!
Thanos: You want this one? Some beasties have been getting in the way of
the bridge construction. They've had to suspend work on the bridge.
Jack: Another bug hunt, right?
Thanos: Yeah, sure. But those bridge builders are pretty important guys.
We have to make it so they can get back to work ASAP.
Jack: Okay, leave it to me. I'll have the place cleared out in no time!
Thanos: What's gotten into you? You don't usually get so excited about a
job. Well, whatever. Good luck. You'll need to go to the border
between the Dorse and Adien regions.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the proper screen, you see three guys standing around,
Jack approaches them]
Jack: Excuse me, is this the haunted construction site?
Elef: Yup. We're havin' a real problem. Who're you?
Ryan: You're the kid from the warrior guild, right?
Jack: Yup, that's me. I'm from the warrior guild.
Ryan: Finally. We've been waitin' and waitin'. Thought you'd never show.
Hip: Yup.
Elef: So you're da one who's gonna kill da monster for us.
Jack: Well, I'll do my best.
Elef: Are you sure we can count on you?
Ryan: You seem pretty unsure of yourself.
Elef: If things get dangerous, just run. Safety comes first.
Ryan: Obviously. But then there'd have been no point in askin' for help.
Ryan: If you can't get rid of this problem, we'll give YOU a problem to
deal with!
Hip: Yup.
Jack: I always get the job done. Especially when there's money involved.
Elef: Attaboy. Dat's da spirit!
Ryan: We'll be right behind ya! Relax...
Jack: All right, here I go! [runs towards monsters]
[BATTLE]
Elef: Sorry for bein' kinda rude before.
Ryan: I guess you can't judge people by their appearance.
Hip: Well, I had faith in you from the very beginnin'.
Elef: We've dropped off da money at da guild. You can pick it up there.
Ryan: Good job, kid.
Elef: We'll make sure we build a sturdy bridge. Come back when we're
finished.
Hip: Yup.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[when you return and talk to Thanos]
Thanos: Looks like it all went smoothly.
Jack: Of course. No problemo.
Thanos: Well, the client's happy, that's the important thing. Here's your
fee.
VAN02 +SMILODON FANG+
Client: Dwight
Pay: 500 x no. of fangs
Job: Brave warrior needed to gather smilodon fangs. Needed to make
panacea. Come to Olacion for further details.
Thanos: The client is a guy called Dwight, from the priest guild. Smilodons
are real tough customers... But go find Dwight first. His place is
the Olacion Order. He'll fill you in on the details.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[knock on the correct door]
Grant: [pokes head out] Yes?
Jack: I'm from Theater Vancoor. I'm here about the smilodon tusk job.
Grant: What is your name...?
Jack: Jack Russell, sir.
Grant: Yes, yes, Sir Jack. [turns around] Please come in.
[Jack follows Grant in]
Grant: Sir Dwight, a member of the warrior guild is here.
Dwight: Please, please, come in.
[Jack sits across the table in the open chair]
Dwight: It is so very hot today. I despise this weather.
Jack: Really? I think it's pretty cool outside.
Grant: I will pour some tea.
Jack: About the job, you want me to get smilodon fangs, right?
Dwight: Yes. I would like two smilodon fangs. I absolutely MUST have them!
But that is not to say I'm some nouveau riche dilettante adding to
his collection. Smilodon fangs are crushed and boiled and made into
a panacea. I am doing this only to help people.
Grant: It is a very rare medicine. [brings over tea things]
Dwight: Supply is starting to dry up.
Grant: That is why prices are rising.
Dwight: A bottle like this sells for 500 dagols. [holds up bottle and
shakes it]
Jack: A little bottle like that!?
Grant: One hundred bottles can be made from just one smilodon fang. One
fang is worth close to 50,000 dagols.
Jack: Wow!
Grant: That means one smilodon is worth 100,000 dagols.
Jack: A-A hundred thousand!?
Dwight: You are a very loud lad. Although I understand your surprise. This
is all to help other people.
Jack: Wow, I didn't know you could make so much money by helping people.
Dwight: I'm not in it for the money. I wish to help sick people and provide
them with the best medicine.
Jack: But you're going to sell it to them, right?
Dwight: Well, yes.
Grant: We're going to make a fortune!
Dwight: Be quiet, you!
Grant: Sorry, sir. [bows]
Dwight: [sweating] We will sell them but we won't make a fortune. Well, we
will but... The money will be donated to help the progress of the
Olacion Order.
Jack: So it WILL end up in your pockets... Ah, this isn't really my
business. I'll do my best to complete the job. Don't worry.
Dwight: That's good to hear. Well, be off then.
Jack: To where?
Dwight: Ah yes, the current range of the smilodons... Their numbers have
been falling. They can only be found in one place. The Ocho region.
That's where you can find smilodons.
Jack: That far...?
Grant: The fangs we need can only be found on the males, the more violent
sex.
Jack: Look at who you're talking to. I used to be a Radiata Knight, you
know.
Grant: Only fools with no confidence hang onto their past glory.
Dwight: Ha, you have a point there. Hee hee.
Jack: [crosses his arms and sits back] Sheesh...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon getting the fangs]
Jack: I almost died for 1,000 dagols. Maybe I should quit Theater Vancoor.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon knocking upon Dwight's door]
Grant: [pokes his head out] How was it?
Jack: Got the stuff!
Grant: Great! Please, come in. [leads Jack into the room] Sir Dwight, Sir
Jack has returned.
Dwight: Well, hello! Did you find any?
[Jack moves over to the seat across from the table a waits a moment while
Dwight sweats, then rolls a fang across the table]
Dwight: I see you did! Let's have a look at it, shall we? [stares at the
fang] The condition is exceptional. This is from an adult specimen,
I see. Grant, the money.
[Grant hands the money to Jack]
Jack: Thanks!
Dwight: I hope we can do business again.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Thanos]
Thanos: Hey, you're alive.
Jack: Of course. It's me.
Thanos: People who are all keen for action are the ones that get hurt the
most.
Jack: Yeah, whatever...
VAN03 +A MASTERPIECE OF FANTASY+
Client: Warc
Pay: 2000
Job: I need someone to go to Earth Valley to pick up some weapons.
Wanted: Someone who will handle these weapons with care.
Thanos: You want this job?
Jack: Yeah, it looks cool. Kind of like a scavenger hunt, right?
Thanos: Man, are you ever goin' to grow up?
Jack: What was that?
Thanos: Nothing. Anyway, the client is Warc of the weapon shop. Go see him
for details.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into the weapons shop]
Jack: U...Um, I'm from Theater Vancoor. I came about the job.
Warc: [examining some swords] Hehehe... My beautiful collection... They
couldn't be any more beautiful. The dwarves create the most exquisite
yet strong weapons. Their weapons mesmerize everyone with their perfect
structure. The blades are a clear as mirrors. The weight is just right.
[Jack puts his hand on his hips]
Warc: The craftsmanship and knowledge of the dwarf weaponsmiths
shine through... Oh how wonderful they are...
Jack: Uh, excuse me? Are you listening?
Warc: [freaks out a bit] Whoa! Who are you!? How long have you been
standing there? You haven't come to rob me of my precious collection,
have you? I dare you to try!
Jack: No, no! I'm from Theater Vancoor! I'm here for the job!
Warc: [relaxes] O-Oh, you're from the warrior guild. Well, why didn't you
say so?
Jack: I did. Anyway, what do you want me to do?
Warc: Yes, right. I want you to go to Earth Valley.
Jack: Gotcha! Earth Valley.
Warc: Yes, I want you to go to the dwarf foundries. See Brockle, the most
talented dwarf blacksmith, his apprentice, Dyvad, and Gehrmann, the
inquisitive vagabond. I want you to pick up a package from each of
them for me. I've already paid for the goods. All you have to do is
bring them to me.
Jack: What kind of goods? Oh, it's probably not my place to ask. Well, I'll
be off... [turns to leave]
Warc: Wait, wait, wait!
[Jack turns back towards him]
Warc: You're going to pick up some of the dwarves most valuable creations.
You can't just walk in nonchalantly.
Jack: What do you mean? All I have to do is pick them up, right?
Warc: Shut up and listen!
Jack: ...
Warc: Dwarves are considerably more advanced weaponsmiths than humans. They
put their hearts and souls into each product. There is life in them.
Take a good look at this sword... Does it not take your breath away?
The earth dragon protects the dwarves who create such masterpiece such
as these...
Jack: Um, I don't have time for this, so I'm just gonna take off now. I
just have to pick up the packages, right? [turns and runs for the
door] Leave it to me!
Warc: Hey! I was just getting to the good part! Make sure you behave!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Earth Valley]
Jack: Earth Valley at last. I'd better get those packages. Let's see,
I'm supposed to visit... Brockle, the most talented blacksmith...
Dyvad, Brockle's apprentice... and Gehrmann, the inquisitive vagabond.
Right! Let's do it.
[PLAYER CONTROL - the following bit can be done in any order you choose,
I did it by starting with the first building you get to, ending at the
last]
[upon entering Dyvad's building]
Jack: Excuse me, but are you Mr. Dyvad? I'm Jack. I was sent by Mr. Warc.
Dyvad: Oh yes, thank you for coming all this way. I've got the goods
ready. Here you go. [hands over package] Tell Mr. Warc that we
appreciate his business. He's a very good customer, you know.
Jack: Hahaha, yeah, he's a bit over the top though.
Dyvad: Anyway, I'm sorry I don't even have time to offer you a glass of
juice. I'm late for an appointment. I must be off.
Jack: Oh, don't worry about it. Your package is in good hands.
Dyvad: Thank you very much. Goodbye. [leaves]
Jack: I didn't know blacksmiths lead such busy lives.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Brockle's building]
Jack: Excuse me, is this Mr. Brockle's weapon foundry?
Brockle: [staring at something he's working on] ...
Jack: U-Um...Is Mr. Brockle...
Brockle: [turns to Jack] Who are you?
Jack: A-Are you Mr. Brockle? Mr. Warc sent me to...
Brockle: ...You. [hands over package] Promised...goods.
Jack: Thanks! I'll take good care of it.
Brockle: Me...work...return.
Jack: What? Oh, yeah... Sorry to disturb you.
Brockle: You...boy...good heart.
Jack: Hehe.
Brockle: ...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Gehrmann's building]
Jack: Sorry to disrupt your work, but I was sent by Mr. Warc...
Gehrmann: Oh, I've been expecting you.
Jack: Okay, great. Do you have a package for me?
Gehrmann: Yes, yes. Right here. [holds out package] There you go.
Jack: Thanks, I'll make sure... [reaches for package, only to have it
jerked away] Huh? Whoa!
Gehrmann: Hahaha, that's just a little practical joke. Here. [holds package
out again]
Jack: Yeah, yeah, very funny. [reaches for package, only to have it jerked
away again] Huh? Whoa!
Gehrmann: Hahaha, that's just a little practical joke. Here. [holds package
out again]
Jack: You're a real joker... [sighs, reaches for package, only to have
it jerked away again] Huh? Whoa! [looks grumpy when Gehrmann laughs
again]
Gehrmann: Hahaha! You're a funny lad.
Jack: You are pushing your luck.
Gehrmann: Hahaha! Don't be angry. Here. [holds out package again]
Jack: [grabs package] Okay, I'll make sure this gets safely to Mr. Warc.
Gehrmann: Thanks again. Humans can be nice, with a bit of sugar and spice.
Ooh, that rhymes!
Jack: ...
[outside the building]
Jack: Okay, I've gotten all three. I'd better hurry back to Mr. Warc.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into the weapons shop]
Warc: I feel like I've aged years waiting for you to come back.
Jack: Sorry about that. This is everything you need, right?
Warc: Yeah, thanks for your help. You can pick up your pay at the warrior
guild.
Jack: Okay, I'll be off then. [turns to leave]
Warc: Hey, hold on a minute.
[Jack turns back around]
Warc: Why don't you join me in my little hobby here? Hehehe... Weapons are
beautiful things.
Jack: Um, naw, I'd just get in your way... I think I'll pass. See ya! [runs
for it]
Ward: Hey, wait!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Thanos]
Thanos: Hey, Jack. Looks like you finished the job. Here's your pay. But,
Jack, you're looking kind of beat.
Jack: Oh, well, talking to fanatics kind of tires me out.
VAN04 +VEXATIOUS VERMIN+
Client: Vareth Institute
Pay: 3000
Job: Rid the cabinets of rats so the students can eat lunch in a sanitary
environment!
Thanos: Hey, can you take this on for me? I'm kind of desperate here. It's
real easy. Someone like you should have no problems. Just go to the
Vareth Institute and ask at the front desk.
Jack: Okay.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to the girl behind the front desk at Vareth]
Jack: I'm Jack from Theater Vancoor.
Roche: [stands] Oh, from the warrior guild. Thank goodness! [motions
towards the door to the cafeteria] You have to help us. Come this
way, hurry! [leads the way]
Jack: Help with what? [starts to follow]
Roche: [stops outside the door] We don't know the reason why but the
cafeteria is filled with rats!
Jack: Maybe some food was left on the counter or something.
Roche: Ms. Sayna, the supervisor and cook here, would never do that! She's
very fastidious.
Jack: Or maybe the rats are actually ingredients for the next meal.
Roche: ...!
Jack: A-All right! Here I come, vermin!
[Roche leads the way into the cafeteria, stopping next to the door to
the Moon Tower]
Roche: Ms. Sayna is over there. She'll fill you in on the details.
Jack: Okay. [walks over to Sayna] Hiya! I'm Jack from Theater Vancoor.
Sayna: Thank you for coming. I'm Sayna. I manage the cafeteria.
Jack: Where are the rats?
Sayna: They're very sly and will only come out when no one's around. They
nibble the food in the storehouse and chew all of the wiring. This
is like a playground to them. Please do something!
Jack: Okay. Well, I guess we have to lure them out first. Can you make sure
no one enters the cafeteria?
Sayna: Of course. I hope you get them. I will be resting in the infirmary.
I haven't slept much because I've been chasing rats for the past few
days.
[scene changes to Jack running back into the cafeteria and seeing tons of
rats all over everything]
Jack: Holy moly! There are a ton of them!
[Daniel runs in from off screen somewhere]
Jack: Daniel? What's up?
Daniel: Sergeant Jarvis sent me to help you out. He thought you might need
it. He said the yellow ones are a real pain. Apparently, they call
their friends for help.
Jack: I thought this was going to be an easy job. Stupid Thanos...
Daniel: You have to kill the yellow rat before it calls for backup. Got it?
Jack: Got it! Well, let's get this mess cleaned up!
[BATTLE - Daniel joins your party]
[A big rat with red eyes pops down]
Jack: Hey!
Daniel: A yellow rat! That looks like the boss.
Jack: For sure! Come on, Daniel! Let's show that rat who's boss!
[Shot of boss-rat running for it]
Daniel: Hey, he's running away!
Jack: After him!
[They run after the rat and the scene opens in the sewer]
Jack: *pant pant* Finally, we've got him cornered!
Daniel: We chased him all the way to the sewers.
Jack: Right, let's get him!
[BATTLE]
[Boss-rat runs for it again]
Jack: Hey, he's getting away!
Daniel: Oh no!
Jack: That is one sly rat.
Daniel: Yeah, he's smarter than us.
Jack: We will meet again. His fate is to be killed by a great warrior like
me...
Daniel: Um, no offense, but I don't think a tiny rat makes for a good rival.
Jack: Next time, he won't be so lucky.
Daniel: ...He's not listening to me.
[scene changes to show Jack and Daniel returning to the Vareth reception
desk, where Roche stands as they walk in]
Jack: We got rid of the rats.
Roche: Really!? You must be stronger than you look!
Jack: That wasn't really a compliment, but thank you.
Daniel: With the boss out of the picture, I think your problem is gone.
Roche: [nods and pulls out two stacks of bills] Well, here you go. [hands the
money over to Jack]
Jack: [takes the money, then turns to Daniel] Here, Daniel.
Daniel: What? For me?
Jack: Of course! You were a big help. [hands over one stack]
Daniel: Hehe... Thank you.
Jack: And the other half is mine. [eyes the money for a moment, then turns
to Roche] Well, if you have any more problems, you know where to find
me!
Roche: [bows shallowly] Thank you so very much! Ms. Sayna will be delighted.
[Jack and Daniel head out, stopping on the street outside]
Daniel: Well, I'd better get going.
Jack: Sure. Thanks again for your help. Tell Sarge I said thanks.
[Daniel runs off]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos afterwards]
Thanos: Hey, so, were the Vareth rats really big?
Jack: What were you thinking, giving me a crazy job like that?
Thanos: Well, if you're scared I guess you're not ready for this line of
work...
Jack: What did you say? I can take any job you dish out!
Thanos: Ha! Now you're talking. Vareth owes you a favor now. That's just
what you want.
Jack: Huh? Why?
Thanos: It's good to make contacts. Then, if you ever need any help...
VAN05 +CREATURES OF THE SEWER+
Client: Unknown
Pay: 5000
Job: Strange moaning can be heard coming from the sewers lately.
Please investigate this for the safety of the civilians.
Thanos: This job pays a bit more than usual.
Jack: But, the higher the fee the tougher the job, right?
Thanos: Well, it's not easy, but it should be no problem for you.
Jack: Yeah, I guess.
Thanos: Confidence! All you need is confidence and you'll be fine. Anyway,
you better hurry. You know the sewers, right? There's a place down
there nicknamed Path of the Spider.
Jack: Roger that! But, I don't like not knowing who the client is...
Thanos: Yeah... Tell you what, let me make a few discreet inquiries, okay?
Just be care down there. No one has dared go down into those sewers
for a long, long time...
Jack: Yeah, okay.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the sewers]
Jack: It's so damp... If the pay wasn't good, I wouldn't be here.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon opening the door to the hallway which leads to the monster in
question, you see Jack, hunched over and moving slowly]
Jack: The filth gets worse as you go further in. The world outside is
beautiful. I can't believe how different it is down here.
[shot of some bottles in a pile of crap]
Jack: Ugh! This smell is nasty. I can hear the squishy sounds beneath my
feet, and it's hard to walk... Ew. GROSS!!! It's in my shoes! Ooh! I'd
better just get this over with.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the room with the monster, you see a giant creature made
of sludge]
Jack: W-What's that!? ...So gross. Is this what was behind the groaning
sounds?
Sludge Monster: GWAR!!! [makes to body slam Jack]
[BATTLE]
Jack: Well, this should stop the groaning sounds. Mission complete! I
should feel happy, but... Ewww! I stink! I wanna take a shower!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos]
Thanos: Hey, you look tired. So, how were the sewers?
Jack: Well, kind of slimy and dank.
Thanos: I bet the monsters creeped you out. They were behind the groaning,
right?
Jack: Yeah, well, whatever. There won't be any more trouble from down
there.
Thanos: Good job. Here's your fee.
Jack: Who was the client on this job?
Thanos: Sorry kid. I couldn't find anything out. Judging by the size of the
reward, I'd say some bigshot in the castle...
Jack: Something smells fishy...
Thanos: *sniff* *sniff*
Jack: That's not what I mean.
Thanos: *sniff* *sniff*
Jack: What's your problem?
Thanos: You stink, kid.
Jack: Hey, I was just doing my job!
VAN06 +TREASURE OF THE GOBLIN CEMETERY+
Client: Me, the great
Pay: 3000
Job: Rumor has it that valuable treasure is hidden in the Goblin Cemetery.
You'll get it for me, right?
Thanos: Really!? You want to take this one?
Jack: What's up with you? You don't usually get this excited...
Thanos: Well, if you must know, that job's from me!
Jack: ...I quit.
Thanos: Hey, you can't back out now!
Jack: There's got to be some sort of catch you're not telling me about.
Thanos: What are you talking about! This is a good, honest job!
Jack: Then how come you're willing to pay 3,000 dagols?
Thanos: All you have to do is go to the goblin cemetery and find the
treasure.
Jack: Easy for you to say. So, what's the treasure, then?
Thanos: You're not going to believe this...
Jack: No, I don't.
Thanos: Stop being a smartass and hear me out! The goblin treasure...
It's...er...
Jack: Yeah?
Thanos: These special clothes that let you fight for twenty-four hours
straight! Kind of like wonder armor! They belonged to an ancient
knight who traveled throughout the world.
Jack: You're just making this up, aren't you? ...Anyway, where's the
goblin cemetery?
Thanos: In the Dorse region, supposedly.
Jack: I know where that is. It's kind of far, but easy to get to.
Thanos: Oh, I forgot to tell you something. The entrance to the goblin
cemetery is completely sealed.
Jack: So how do I get in then?
Thanos: I dunno.
Jack: Listen, you're the client. Couldn't you at least find that out?
Thanos: That's your job, kid. Why don't you check out the Vareth Institute
library?
Jack: All right, all right, I'm going.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon looking at the second bookcase on the second level]
Jack: The goblin cemetery... Which book should I start with... The Goblin
Encyclopedia for Idiots... How convenient...
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Read' give you the below. 'Don't read' closes out of the
bookcase.]
[Learn the secret to getting inside the goblin cemetery!]
Jack: This is so cheesy...
[After much research, we've finally found the secret of the cemetery!
Scratch the secret silver box to reveal the answer now!]
Jack: Silver box? No one's scratched it off yet. *scratch scratch*
[A password is needed to get into the goblin cemetery. What is the
password!? Hurry to the next page!]
Jack: Why don't they just tell me? I know! I'll look at the very last page!
I should've done this from the start.
[The time has come for you to know the secret. The password to get into
the goblin cemetery is... "Sesame seeds!" This password is one of the
honorable...]
Jack: Don't they mean "Open sesame!"...?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon getting to the entrance]
Jack: According to the map, it should be around here. [runs closer] Here it
is... What was the password again...? Um... ...Yeah, right! Sesame
seeds!
[door opens, PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the last room, the floor shakes, a panel on the back wall
opens and a goblin with a crazy-mad headpiece hops down in front of
Jack]
Gobblehope IX: Human, you fight twenty-four hours?
Jack: I-I can't fight for a whole day! W-Who are you?
Gobblehope IX: You steal my collection. You bad.
Jack: Your collection?
Gobblehope IX: Me collect treasures from everywhere! Much much treasures.
Me happy. Me have most treasures in world. Then sell treasures
for money.
Jack: ...
Gobblehope IX: Me fight all day with this. Me lively.
Jack: You're not lively, you're dead.
Gobblehope IX: Ah! You make fun? Me kill schmill twill you.
Jack: I don't get what you're saying...
Gobblehope IX: Don't care. You dead!
[skeletons pop out of the ground around you, BATTLE]
Jack: I-It's finally over. I'm so exhausted... Anyway, I have to find this
great treasure.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon kicking open the box on the left next to the panel Gobblehope came
out of]
Jack: The goblin treasure... Is this...? This warn suit is the treasure!?
This can't be it! No way!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Thanos]
Thanos: Nice job as always kid. Here's your money.
Jack: ...You made me look for these clothes, but what do you want with
them?
Thanos: I've been asked to made replicas. If, say, your employees wear
them they'll end up working 24 hours a day. Or at least 18 hours. A
certain businessperson was telling me about it. If I can duplicate
them, they'll sell like hotcakes.
Jack: ...
Thanos: But, it might just be talk. Can folks really work for 24 hours?
Listen, why don't YOU try them on for a while?
Jack: No way!
Thanos: Okay, thanks. Let me know how it works out.
Jack: Hey, are you deaf!?
VAN07 +THE ULTIMATE BATTLE+
Client: Ursula
Pay: 8000
Job: Chief Elwen, the time has come for you to prove your strength. Do
you dare challenge my golem to a battle?
Jack: What's this one?
Thanos: Oh no, this ain't for you. The chief always takes these on
personally. Which reminds me, I've got to go and deliver this to her.
Jack: To Chief Elwen? You want me to take it?
Thanos: Er, yeah, okay. Thanks, kid.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[in the Chief's office]
Jack: Well, I'll be leaving now.
Elwen: Wait. Would you do something for me?
Jack: Do what? Does this have anything to do with the request...?
Elwen: Yes it does, Jack. The request is from someone who wants to challenge
me in a duel. I get these all the time.
Jack: So you want me to fight in your place? But don't they want you to be
there?
Elwen: Yes, but do not worry. This is from Ursula. She specializes in
golem creation. She wants me to test their abilities. It does not have
to be me. It just has to be someone strong.
Jack: Strong? Me? Hehehe. [rubs the back of his head]
Elwen: There is a lot for you to learn but I know you will become great,
someday. Meet her in front of Echidna Gate. Fight your heart out.
Jack: Okay, boss! [runs out of the office]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon stepping through Echidna Gate]
Ursula: ...Late! She's late!
Jack: [walks over to her] Um...
Ursula: What is she doing? Did she get scared and run?
Jack: Um...
Ursula: Yes, that has to be it! She got so scared she couldn't show up!
[Jack looks at her oddly]
Ursula: Hahaha... Hahahahahaha...
Jack: Ex-cuse me!
Ursula: [looks over at him] ...?
Jack: The chief asked me to take her place in the fight.
Ursula: ...What?
Jack: You'll be dealing with me instead. Come on, let's get this over with.
Ursula: Are you serious? Who are you?
Jack: Jack Russell. I'm here as a replacement for the chief.
Ursula: Mr. Jack, if you don't want to get hurt you should leave
immediately. My golem is strong enough to give the chief a run for
her money. Are you sure you want to do this? [eye glint] You will
die, you know.
Jack: [hands on hips] I know, I know. Just let me fight the golem.
Ursula: You should take the advice of others... ...All right. [shrugs]
Come, Melissa! My ultimate creation!
[Melissa falls down from the sky on the edge of the bridge]
Ursula: So? If you want to run, it's now or never. Take this time to...
Jack: Look, quit yapping. Let's get this over with, okay?
Ursula: All right, now I'm GLAD you didn't take my advice. Get ready to
die. Attack, Melissa!
[Melissa and Jack both get into ready positions - BATTLE]
[Melissa falls over, dead]
Ursula: Not again... That was the hundredth golem I've created. But I lost.
To someone much weaker than the chief.
Jack: Who are you calling weak? I know I'm no match for the chief, but
you don't need to say it to my face, okay?
Ursula: I was supposed to get more funding if I beat the chief. I was going
to pay off my debts. [lowers head and closes eyes] It looks like
I'll never ever pay them off...
Jack: If ninety-nine of your golems were defeated, shouldn't you give up?
Ursula: Shut up! I'll repair her and we'll have a rematch!
Jack: [turns away] Never say die, huh? [walks back to the gate]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos]
Thanos: So you took over the job then?
Jack: Well, that's what the chief wanted.
Thanos: Here you go. This is the fee.
Jack: Huh? It's mine?
Thanos: Sure. You did the job, right? It's all right. The chief already
talked to me–the money's yours.
VAN08 +GONOVITCH'S DILEMMA+
Client: Gonovitch
Pay: 4000
Job: Monsters are raiding the mines and we can't mine for ore. Please get
rid of them immediately.
Thanos: This job here? It's from that dwarf Gonovitch... He's the elder of
the dwarf village in Earth Valley. He says there are creatures in the
mines and he needs them removed.
Jack: Creatures? In the mines? Like moles or something? Why can't the
dwarves take care of a few moles on their own?
Thanos: Who knows? Just go to Earth Valley and they'll fill you in, okay?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking up to the second floor of the elder's residence]
Gonovitch: You came all the way here. Does this mean you'll accept the job?
Jack: U-Um... Can you tell me a little bit more about it first?
Gonovitch: Oh, it's very simple. I want you to get rid of the monsters
living in the mines.
Jack: Monster, huh?
Gonovitch: What's with that look? You think we dwarves should do it
ourselves, yes?
Jack: I-I didn't say that!
Gonovitch: We would like to solve this without help from others. However,
the monsters are very elusive. We’re having a hard time with
them. Our ore is being devoured as we speak. Our precious ore...
Jack: They eat... ore?
Gonovitch: Exactly. We dwarves cannot survive without our ore... So, what
do you think? Can you do it?
Jack: What's with that look? You don't trust me?
Gonovitch: I do not know how strong you are...
Jack: When I was a knight, I had a mission to help you, remember?
Gonovitch: You didn't do a very good job... But I guess we have no choice.
Jack: Whatever... Anyway, what do the monsters look like?
Gonovitch: Well, at least you're asking the right questions... They're like
gigantic alligators. They eat ore with their massive jaws.
Jack: Really!?
Gonovitch: We call them rockdiggers.
Jack: [thumps hand on chest] Well, whatever they are, you can count on me!
Gonovitch: Just remember to report back to me after you've defeated them.
Jack: I know! [dashes out]
Gonovitch: Hmm. I hope he can handle this...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the room where the rockdiggers are, you see Jack walk into
the center of the room, then the floor shakes]
Jack: W-What!?
[the rockdiggers pop out of holes around you - BATTLE]
Jack: Now I know why the dwarves asked someone else to do this job. It was
a lot tougher than I thought. Anyway, the job's done. I'd better
report back.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to the second floor of Gonovitch's home]
Jack: I got rid of the rockdiggers.
Gonovitch: Really? Well, I apologize for doubting you.
Gonovitch: He should stay and relax a while... What a restless young lad.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos]
Thanos: Hey-ho! How was it?
Jack: Easy peasy, just like always...
Thanos: Don't get too full of yourself. Anyway, here's your money. As a
reward for completing your first major mission, a fine dwarf sword...
Jack: Wh–!? No way!
Thanos: Yep, no way. Just kidding.
Jack: I knew it. Dwarf swords are worth a fortune.
Thanos: Darn right. Who the heck would give away a dwarf sword?
VAN09 +STONE OF MIRACLES+
Client: Kain
Pay: 10,000
Job: After years of research, we have finally located the stone of
miracles and would like someone to acquire it. See Kain at Olacion
for further details.
Thanos: You're interested in THIS job?
Jack: It looks like a cakewalk. Just got to find a rock, right?
Thanos: I wouldn't be too sure, kid... But whatever, it's your show. The job
is from the Olacion Order High Priest–go talk to him. Oh yeah, and
don't forget to check in once you're done.
Jack: Yessir!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the chapel, you see Jack bowing to Kain up at the front]
Jack: I just have to find the stone of miracles, right?
Kain: Yes, that is correct. Is there a problem?
Jack: Not really, um, it's just that... [scratches his head] How will I be
able to find it if I don't know what it looks like?
Kain: Do not worry about that. We of the Olacion Order have located it
after much research. The stone we seek can be found in Septem Cave.
Jack: Oh! That should be pretty easy, then!
Kain: I hope you can help us. The cave is beyond the Adien region. It will
be a long journey. However, I trust you will be able to return with the
stone.
Jack: Leave it to me!
Kain: Soon we will have the stone that the late priestess Enjela was
searching for. This will bring happiness to the people.
Jack: The stone is that powerful?
Kain: It is said that it can heal all of the sick and unwell.
Jack: [cocks his head to the side] So that's why all these important people
have been looking for it?
Kain: Yes, priestess Enjela searched earnestly for the stone. If it weren't
for the illness, she would still be with us... She was one of the most
remarkable people in our civilization.
Jack: It sucks when people die.
Kain: You ignorant fool!
Jack: Whoa! Y-You scared me...
Kain: She disappeared somewhere after catching the illness. She is alive!
[Jack looks sad]
Kain: She left so as not to cause grief to others.
Jack: I'm sorry, I didn't know... [cheers up] Well, leave everything to me!
I'll be sure to find you that stone! [turns and slowly walks out]
Kain: Please keep him safe on his journey.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the room with the boss]
Jack: I know I said I'd take care of it... But... [looks around] Am I
really going to find the stone? [glances at the water]
[camera turns to show a gold cone with crystals jutting out the side and
a red stone on top]
Jack: Wait, is that it? That beautiful stone...?
[the cone starts rising in the water]
Jack: Whoa!
[a monster appears beneath the gold cone]
Jack: The stone's stuck on its head! I guess I have to defeat him if I want
it.
[BATTLE]
Jack: That was harder than I thought it'd be. Now all I have to do is
deliver the stone and I'm done!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to the chapel]
Kain: [looks up from prayer] You are back.
Jack: [hands over the stone, then backs up] I got what you wanted. See
ya! [turns to go]
Kain: Wait.
Jack: [turns back] You're not gonna tell me that's not the stone...are you?
I got it from Septem Cave just like you said.
Kain: ...
Jack: ...
Kain: I am sorry to say that this is not the stone of miracles.
Jack: What!? I went through so much to get that!
Kain: However, it is odd.
Jack: Odd? You mean fake, right?
Kain: No, it is not the stone, but it is not a fake, either.
Jack: [puts hands on hips] Then what is it? It's gotta be one or the
other, right?
Kain: This stone has its own powers. But it is not what we were looking for.
Jack: Well, stones all look alike to me.
Kain: I shall give this to you.
Jack: [shocked] You're giving it to me? How come?
Kain: I heard the words of a god. A few minutes before you came to me, I
was told this stone will utterly alter your fate. It is a gift from
the gods. [hands the stone back]
Jack: [staring at the stone] My fate will be changed... because of this...?
Kain: Believe in the gods, and most of all, believe in yourself. It is your
destiny to possess this stone.
Jack: My destiny...?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Thanos]
Thanos: So Kain gave you that as payment for the mission, huh?
Jack: Yeah.
Thanos: You didn't officially complete the mission. Be grateful you got
anything at all. Besides, it might sell for quite a bit of money.
VAN10 +TOP SECRET MISSION+
Client: Unknown
Pay: 20,000
Job: Sir Jack, we have heard of your strength and would like to hire you
for a job. Please come alone to hear about this top-secret mission.
Jack: Hm? What's this job?
Thanos: Ah, yeah. This is a special job just for you.
Jack: For me...? Who's the client? What do they want me to do?
Thanos: No idea. They say they'll fill you in on the details when you meet
up. But the request says you have to come alone. The guy who dropped
it off was dressed in black from head to toe... Kind of creepy, if
you ask me.
Jack: And so? Where am I supposed to meet him?
Thanos: Listen, this one smells really fishy. Why don't you just forget
it?
Jack: Hey, no probs. It must be legit if they went to all this trouble...
If someone needs help, there's no way I can turn them down!
Thanos: I don't know if you're a hero or just an idiot. But there's
something really weird about this...
Jack: Oh, come on already! Where am I supposed to meet him!?
Thanos: Okay, okay. He said he'd be waiting at Faucon Gate.
Jack: Faucon Gate? Got it!
Thanos: You be careful, Jack...
Jack: Yeah, sure. You worry too much.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[if you have a party with you, Jack will stop on the city-side of the
gate]
Jack: Whoa! I almost forgot. I have to go alone. Can you wait here? [your
party will wait for you]
[once through the gate, the bridge appears empty]
Jack: Hmm, so where is this client...? Hey, wait a second! I don't even know
what time to meet who! How will I know who the client is? Oh yeah,
they know what I look like so there shouldn't be a problem. !!
[a thief flips over the side of the bridge]
Jack: [falls into a defensive position] W-Who are you?
Burglar: You actually came alone!? Didn't you think the invitation was a
bit bizarre? You're as gullible as they come, Sergeant Jack Russell
of Vancoor.
Jack: W-Who are you?
Burglar: You don't need to know, because you're about to meet your demise!
Jack: Hey, bring it on! I'll take you down in a second!
[four more burglars jump up to join the one you were talking to - BATTLE]
Burglar: Gah! I'm out of my league... [runs off]
Jack: Hey, where are you going!? Coward!
Burglar: We'll settle this later! See ya, Sergeant Easy-Mark!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon speaking to Thanos]
Thanos: Hey, Jack. Are you okay?
Jack: [looks pitiful] Sorry, Thanos. It was just like you said.
Thanos: See? You've got to start listening to me more often...
Jack: I got attacked by thugs, though I managed to drive them away.
Thanos: Listen, Jack. You're an acting sergeant in the guild now. You've
got to take the job seriously. Always be prepared.
Jack: Yeah, okay. I guess I learned a lesson this time...
Thanos: But the fact that they're going after you means your name is
getting out.
Jack: Huh? Yeah...I guess so...
Thanos: But don't start getting all pleased with yourself.
VAN11 +BUILD THAT BODY+
Client: Achilles
Pay: Paid Accordingly
Job: We are looking for someone to battle against in order to test
the progress of our training. Wanted: A strong warrior.
Thanos: Now this is a job tailor-made for you. Achilles is a monk and
martial arts master. He eats tigers for breakfast. He'll toughen you
up. Oh boy, will he ever.
Jack: *gulp*
Thanos: Hahaha! Have fun, kid!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the chapel, you see Jack walking up to where Achilles,
Miranda, Alvin and Vitas are waiting]
Achilles: Jack, it's you. Thank you for coming.
Jack: Yup, it's me.
Achilles: Good. This should makes things easier...
Jack: So what do you want me to do?
Achilles: Actually, I want you to train the monks here.
Jack: How?
Achilles: The monks I'm training now have very little experience in actual
combat. I am unsure whether or not they can handle real-life
situations. I want them to experience a battle with a real warrior.
Jack: I guess I'm a real warrior.
Achilles: Will you help them train by fighting them one-on-one?
Jack: Sure, why not? Seems simple enough.
Achilles: There is no need to hold back. Give it your all. A harsh
experience will help them grow. Come, this way.
[scene changes to the courtyard]
Achilles: Okay, Vitas, come here.
Vitas: Hehe, thanks for the nomination!
Jack: I-I have to fight Vistas? This is kinda weird...
Vitas: [crouches in preparation] Hey Jack, don't hold back. Victory's mine
either way!
Achilles: I didn't realize you two knew each other. Small world...
Vitas: Don't worry, I'm not gonna hold back. This is a great opportunity
to kick your butt to kingdom come!
Jack: [gets ready] Well, let's do it. Don't expect any favors!
Vitas: Bring it on, punk!
[BATTLE]
Vitas: [on her butt in front of Jack] Gah!
Achilles: That's enough! Jack is the victor!
Vitas: [gets to her feet] No way! Let's do it again!
Jack: ...Get over it.
Achilles: Vitas, behave! Your weakness is that you never accept defeat!
Vitas: ... [walks back into line of students]
Achilles: Okay, Alvin, step forward.
Alvin: What? Me? All right! [steps forward] Jack, thanks for doing this.
Jack: Sure, no problem.
Achilles: Do you two know each other? Then I suppose there is no need for me
to tell you about his strength.
[Jack and Alvin fall into ready positions]
Achilles: Now, let me see you two fight!
Jack: I'm ready whenever you are. Come on.
Alvin: Okay, allow me to show you my serious side!
[BATTLE]
Alvin: [is on his hands and knees in front of Jack] Oh...!
Achilles: That is enough! Jack is the victor!
Alvin: [flip/pushes himself back to his feet] Yeow, I lost...
Achilles: I didn't realize you two knew each other. However, I don't want
either of you holding back.
Jack: [crouches in a ready position] I know! Come on, Miranda!
Miranda: [moves into a ready position] I-I'm so nervous! Y-Yah!
[BATTLE]
[Miranda in on her knees in front of Jack]
Achilles: That's enough!
Miranda: Ohh... I lost... [climbs to her feet]
Jack: A-Are you okay? I guess I overdid it...
Achilles: Don't worry about it. They're trained to handle something like
this.
Miranda: *sigh* I need to train more. [steps back into line]
Achilles: [steps forward and faces Jack] Hmm, I am impressed! I thought I
trained them well, but for you to beat them all... I...I...cannot
hold back this excitement that I feel!
Jack: W-What do you mean?
Achilles: Jack, you will fight me!
Jack: W-What? But that's...
Achilles: [looks disapproving] Don't you want to test your strength against
mine? [gets ready] This is not the time to be talking! Let us
battle!
Jack: [falls into a ready position] You're pretty hot-blooded, aren't you?
Okay, then let's get it on!
[BATTLE]
Achilles: [on one knee before Jack] Gah! I cannot believe I...have been
defeated. I still need more training... I need to return to the
basics. [stands]
Jack: Good fight! You're way strong!
Achilles: Jack... I will remember your name. Pick up your pay at the warrior
guild. I would like to ask for you again when the time is right.
[turns and leaves, students following]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Thanos]
Thanos: Welcome back.
Jack: What are you grinning about?
Thanos: The whole town is talking about it, how you beat Achilles... Not
bad! Not bad at all! I'm starting to get a better opinion of you, kid.
Jack: Hehehe... It was no big deal.
Thanos: Here's your money. But you should be careful from now on.
Jack: What do you mean?
Thanos: People'll be looking to make a name for themselves by taking you on.
Jack: Hey, bring it on. I'm always ready to take on anyone, anyplace,
anytime.
Thanos: Don't know if you're brave or dumb...
HUM01 +PLEASE STOP LORD STAR+
Client: Sebastian
Pay: 500 Dagols
Job: Lord Star has taken the Stern heirloom from the house, and I'm
worried he'll do something foolish with it. Please, stop him!
Thanos: That one, huh?
Jack: Sebastian...? Oh yeah, he's that Star guy's servant.
Thanos: Seems like he's worried about the old Star dude. Anyway, go and see
what he wants, 'kay? He's holed up in one of the rooms in the
basement here in the Theater.
Jack: Got it! I'm on my way!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the first room on the left in the lowest floor of
Theater Vancoor, you find Sebastian running back and forth. He stops
when Jack enters, then runs over.]
Sebastian: Master Jack! Thank you so very much for coming! It's about Lord
Star. I was with him the whole time.... How could I let this
happen...?
Jack: Just tell me what happened.
Sebastian: I want you to stop Lord Star.
Jack: Stop him from doing what?
Sebastian: Lord Star comes from a very elite and wealthy family, the Sterns.
His father loves to collect unusual things. He has many suits of
armor that are kept as family treasures. And Lord Star...
Jack: ...took one out of the house. But, so what? It's just armor, right?
And it belongs to him anyway...
Sebastian: I wouldn't be so worried if it was a normal piece of armor...
[Screen shakes.]
Jack: [glances towards ceiling] W-What was that!? An earthquake?
Sebastian: *sigh* It seems we are too late.
Jack: What do you mean?
Sebastian: Outside, quickly!
Jack: O-Okay...
[They run out to in front of Theater Vancoor.]
Star: Bwahahaha!
[Jack and Sebastian look back to find Star on the Vancoor roof, in one of
his stupid poses.]
Jack: What is he doing?
Sebastian: Lord Star! Please come down now!
Star: Don't be ridiculous, Sebastian! I have been reborn with new powers!
I will have the world in the palm of my hand! [throws his arms wide
in a sort of 'gloried' pose]
Jack: Um, I don't really know what's going on.
Star: I will start by making Theater Vancoor my castle!
Jack: He's gonna take over Theater Vancoor? Is he out of his mind?
Star: Hmph. That is why I don't like the hoi polloi!
Sebastian: Please stop!
Star: Behold my power!
[A light bursts from Star and it sounds like there's a small explosion.
The camera gives us a few shots of Star's new armour, then we look back
down to where Jack and Sebastian are standing, Jack with his mouth wide
open.]
Jack: ...
Star: [wiggles around on the roof] W-What's happening!? G-Gah! I'm
losing...control of my body!
Jack: That's the armor, right?
Sebastian: Yes, it is.
Jack: The suit is controlling him!
Sebastian: Yes! The armor can only be worn by those with great strength. It
is not something Lord Star can handle...
Jack: So you want me to stop him, right? Would you mind if I damaged the
armor?
Sebastian: No, but please make sure Lord Star doesn't get hurt.
Jack: Sure! I'm coming to help you... *snicker*
Star: Y-You laughed at me!
Jack: You look like a puppet gone wacko... *snicker*
Star: Why you, you, you! You'll stop laughing once I've dealt with you!
[BATTLE]
Jack: [standing next to Sebastian, who is fanning the downed Star] Whoa,
that was tough!
Sebastian: Lord Star...
Jack: Is he okay?
Sebastian: I'll take care of him. Why don't you go report back?
Jack: Okay.
[Jack walks away. PLAYER CONTROL]
[Talk to Thanos.]
Thanos: Right. Here's your fee. Kid, do you LIKE taking these really
low-paying jobs? I mean, doesn't it kind of tick you off?
Jack: Well sheesh, you could warn me BEFORE I accept the jobs.
Thanos: HAHAHA... Well, the clients decide the fees.
Jack: As long as people need my help I'm happy. The money doesn't matter.
Thanos: Oooh! Making like you're Mr. Radiata Superhero, are you?
HUM02 +THE REAL ULTIMATE BATTLE+
Client: Ursula
Pay: 9000 Dagols
Job: Sergeant Sir Jack of the Acht Squad, you are invited to a rematch.
This time you will see Melissa's true powers!
Thanos: Ah-ha! Good timing. Someone's asked for you personally.
Jack: Personally? I guess I'm starting to get famous. ...Wait a sec.
Thanos: What? You can't turn it down. They asked for you specifically.
Jack: I'm thinking I don't want to know who put in this request...
Thanos: Yeah? It says Ursula...
Jack: I knew it. Echidna Gate, right?
Thanos: Right. It's not easy protecting a World's Greatest title, huh?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[At Echidna Gate]
Ursula: ...Late! He's late!
Jack: Um...
Ursula: What is he doing!? Did he get scared and run!?
Jack: Um...
Ursula: Yes, that has to be it! He got scared so that's why he's not showing
up! Hahaha... Hahahahahaha...
Jack: Hello, can you hear me?
Ursula: [turns to him] Oh, hello Jack! Nice of you to come. [eye glints]
Jack: So, what do you want me to do?
Ursula: I want a rematch.
Jack: [head droops] I knew it.
Ursula: I have to defeat you in order to move forward. I was beaten before,
but this time I have my ultimate creation... Today you will
challenge Melissa Mark II!
Jack: [hands on hips] You should stop now before you get even more in
debt...
Ursula: No talking! I paid for you to test the abilities of my golem! So
shut up and fight!
Jack: All right, all right. So where's this ultimate creation?
Ursula: Hehe... Brace yourself! You will be beaten this time. Come, Melissa
Mark II! [raises hand in beckoning] My ultimate creation!
[The golem falls to the ground off the side of the bridge and the camera
slowly pans up it as Jack speaks.]
Jack: Is this deja-vu?
Ursula: So? If you want to run, it's now or never. Take this time to...
Jack: [looks at her] Okay, okay, okay! I know! Let's just start the battle.
Ursula: You will regret this! Attack, Melissa Mark II!
[Jack walks forward, slumped, and Melissa Mark II raises its arm to
fight. BATTLE.]
[Melissa Mark II falls over backwards.]
Ursula: [falls to her knees] That's it... I'm ruined. Wiped out...
Jack: Look, you should quit now. For your own good. What's the point of
creating an ultimate golem?
Ursula: ...
Jack: You seem really bummed out. Well, just make sure you drop the payment
off at the guild. I'm leaving. [turns to leave]
Ursula: ...There is no payment.
Jack: [turns back to her] Say what?
Ursula: [gets up] I can't pay you. I put all my money into Melissa Mark
II...
Jack: What!? I just did this for nothing?
Ursula: [turns to him] But I lost. Jack, you are truly strong.
Jack: I'm really not getting paid for this!?
Ursula: Calm down. Go to the storeroom in Vareth. There is a box there
which contains the armor, Absolute Guard.
Jack: All right... I'll settle for an item just this once. [walks away in
a slump]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Thanos: WAHAHAHAHA!
Jack: What's so funny!? Listen, if I knew I would be doing volunteer
work...
Thanos: Hey, relax. You got a reward in the end, right?
Jack: But what about the next golem? I bet there'll be more!
Thanos: WAHAHAHAHA! It's tough being lucky, huh kid?
HUM03 +LETTER OF DEFIANCE+
Client: Rocky
Pay: 1000 Dagols
Job: Jack Russell, rumor has it you defeated Achilles. I challenge you
to a duel! I'll be waiting by Nowem Falls.
Jack: What the heck? Is this a real job?
Thanos: Hehehe. I told you this would happen... It's an official duel
challenge.
Jack: Huh? A duel challenge?
Thanos: Seems like he wants to beat the tough guy who beat Achilles. He'll
be waiting by the waterfall in the Nowem region.
Jack: ...
Thanos: What? You afraid?
Jack: No, stupid! I can't WAIT! I received a duel challenge! ME! I'm a
real warrior now!
Thanos: I guess you'll be okay, but don't mess around with this guy...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Rocky: So you're Jack, huh? I didn't think you'd show.
Jack: And you are... Um...what was your name again?
Rocky: I am Rocky Mayvern. In no time, I will be known to people as the
fiercest warrior of this era. My first step towards achieving this
was to defeat Achilles in battle. But I heard that you beat him
already. You messed up my original plan to become the ultimate warrior.
Jack, now I must defeat you. I need to become the best.
Jack: Enough talk. Let's do it.
Rocky: I swear on my grandfather's grave, monkmaster Andrew Mayvern...
...that I shall defeat you!
[BATTLE]
Rocky: [laying on the ground] Arg...
Jack: Hey, don't try to get up. I've already won.
Rocky: [slowly getting up] I had heard that you were strong, but to beat me
to the ground... You are indeed the best.
Jack: C-Cut it out! There are a lot of people stronger than me. You keep
saying you want to be the best, but isn't that boring? I plan on
fighting tons of powerful people, to become stronger each day. If you
start thinking you're the best, you lose all your motivation.
Rocky: [smiles] You're an interesting young man... You deserve this
victory. [scowls and shakes his head] I shall retrain my body and
soul and I will challenge you again. [starts to leave]
Jack: H-Hey, where are you going? You should get someone to look at that...
Rocky: This is nothing that won't heal. Goodbye. [leaves]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Thanos: Hey, you're back. I've got your fee. Here you go. The fact is,
Rocky gave me the money earlier, for safekeeping. He told me to give
it to you anyway, win or lose.
Jack: ...
Thanos: Well, how'd you do? Did the champ defend his crown?
Jack: Er, it's a secret.
HUM04 +THE ALIEN MONSTER+
Client: Ardoph
Pay: 10000 Dagols
Job: There has been an accident and we've summoned something evil...
Please send one of your best warriors, NOW!
Thanos: [grinning] I figured you'd wanna take this job.
Jack: It seems kind of urgent. Someone's got to do something, right?
Thanos: Yeah, a messenger from Vareth came running in here all breathless...
Seems like some summoning spell went wrong and they need it cleaned
up. They said they'd pay a bonus, this being a rush job an' all.
Jack: [suspicious frown] What do they mean when they say something went
wrong with a spell?
Thanos: Beats me. You have to go to the old ruined castle in the Septem
region. Some assistant professor from Vareth will meet you there.
The guy's called Ardoph. He'll fill you in on the details.
Jack: I don't like the sound of this one...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the castle, you see a cut scene of Jack running through
a group of Vareth mages, past Dimitri, and stopping in front of
Ardoph.]
Ardoph: Are you the one who accepted the job? You're late!
Jack: What do you mean, I'm late? I don't even know what's going on.
Ardoph: Argh! Okay, here's a simple explanation. We modeled the four main
elements and the two supplementary elements. The crystals were
obtained from the 23rd level of the parallel world... ...namely,
"Eastella," and we...
Jack: Old man, I have no idea what you're talking about.
Ardoph: Oh, why am I even bothering? Listen, we don't have any time to
waste. You are to send the archdemon back to its world!
Jack: Send it back? Don't you want me to kill it?
Dimitri: I don't know how strong you are...but you will never be able to
defeat it.
Jack: [turns to him with a scowl] Hey, I can take anything!
Dimitri: I hope your ego doesn't burst and kill you someday.
Jack: W-What's that supposed to mean!?
Ardoph: Dimitri's right. Just send it back. The archdemon is from another
world, so our physics do not affect it. Physical attacks will do no
damage.
Jack: [uncertain frown] So how am I supposed to beat it?
Ardoph: You're not supposed to beat it, just send it back. I think it will
return to its own world if you destroy the crystal orbs.
Jack: "Its own world"? Who brought it here in the first place? [glances over
his shoulder] There's a lot of mages here. Looks to me like you guys
were up to something.
Ardoph: We're not bad people. It's only because of Void...
Jack: [looks at him] Void?
Ardoph: [helpless motion] W-We were asked to decipher the seal of a certain
crystal. We created a seal and we were doing our research...
Jack: And the seal kind of broke?
Ardoph: Y-Yes, something like that.
Jack: Shouldn't you have made a stronger seal?
Ardoph: W-Well, what's done is done. We don't understand what happened
either.
Jack: ...Really?
Dimitri: Not that it's any of your business...
Jack: Whatever. Anyway, all I have to do is send the thing back?
Ardoph: Exactly! Good luck!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[If you speak to the characters, you discover that Ardoph arranged the
crystals wrong, and that he stole the information from Cecil. Having
Cecil in your party does NOT give you a scene between them. (Sadly.)]
[Upon entering the archdemon's room:]
Jack: So this is it... I can't believe they summoned this...
[BATTLE]
Jack: I'm glad that's over. It was a pretty tough battle. Anyway, another
job done.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Jack: [runs up the bridge to Ardoph] Okay, mission accomplished.
Ardoph: You destroyed the crystal orbs...right?
Jack: Of course. I don't want that thing coming back.
Ardoph: I am saddened at the loss of all the research material...
Dimitri: Maybe next time...
Jack: Say what?
Ardoph: Oh, n-nothing. Anyway, it's all over now.
Jack: Can I leave?
Ardoph: Yes. Pick up your pay at Theater Vancoor.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Thanos: Okay, here's your money.
Jack: ...
Thanos: What? What's wrong with you?
Jack: I'm happy about the reward and everything, but this Ardoph guy... I
don't really trust him.
Thanos: Well, the job's finished. Just forget about it, okay?
HUM05 +SECRET OF THE SEWER+
Client: Local Residents
Pay: 10000 Dagols
Job: Strange noises are heard from the sewer lately. Please investigate
the area so we can lead our lives in peace.
Thanos: Seems like there are all kinds of rumors going around about the
sewers. Ghosts... People hearing voices... White crocodiles... The
works. You have to go down there and find out what's going on.
Jack: The sewers!? But it stinks down there...
Thanos: You ever quite bellyaching?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon reaching the right part of Path of the Spider, you see Jack walking
down one of the halls past a boarded up door.]
Jack: Third floor below ground. Anything could be living down here... Huh?
[stops, looks towards wall] What was that? [starts towards wall] I
heard something... [pounds on the wall with his fist, then puts his ear
against it] Hello? Is anybody in there?
Mysterious Voice: Woahaaaaargh!
Jack: [jumps back] ...! What was that!? Who's in there!? Who said that!?
[The wall pulls back and shifts to one side. Jack promptly falls on his
ass in shock.]
Jack: ...!
[A figure walks out.]
Jack: Huh? Hey, it's you! I know you!
[Camera shows us the figure's face; it's Genius.]
Genius: I don't understand... Why? Why can't a genius like me understand?
[The wall closes back up behind Genius.]
Jack: Hey! Genius! Genius, hello!
Genius: Huh? [turns to Jack, promptly freaks out] YARGH!
Jack: [jerks back] Wah!? What is it!?
Genius: ... [starts walking past Jack, hands outstretched]
Jack: [collars Genius] So it's you! You're the one behind all the ghost
and white croc stories!
Genius: [flailing in Jack's grip] What are you talking about? I've been down
here conducting some very important research.
Jack: Research? What the heck are you researching down here in the sewers?
Genius: [stops struggling] It's...it's a secret.
Jack: A secret, huh? I knew it! I knew you were up to no good!
Genius: No, no, I'm telling you the truth! Oh, all right! I'll show you
then.
Jack: Really?
Genius: Geniuses don't lie.
[Jack lets Genius go. Genius takes a moment to brush himself off before
facing Jack.]
Jack: Okay. Start by opening that wall you just came out of. [points]
Genius: [sighs] Fine...
[Genius does something at the base of the wall and it opens. He leads
the way in, Jack following. They come to a chamber, Genius walking
calmly, Jack crouched and looking around warily.]
Jack: Wow...
[Genius turns around and the camera pans around the entire room, showing
murals on each of three walls depicting the prophecy that shows during
the game's opening, and which some characters will quote parts of
throughout the game.]
Jack: What is this place? Did you paint all these?
Genius: Of course I didn't! These frescoes were created a long, long time
ago.
Jack: Like, how long?
Genius: Well, I can't say with any certainty. Several centuries, at the very
least.
Jack: [finally straightens] Several centuries!?
Genius: Yes, the builders of this city created these paintings long before
our time.
Jack: I don't know much about history, but they sure do look old.
Genius: I've been investigating these frescoes. I'm hoping to find some kind
of clue.
Jack: A clue to what?
Genius: A clue that will help me discover a way for humans and fairy
creatures to live together.
Jack: Humans and fairy creatures? ... [hand on chin]
Genius: Why are you staring at me like that? You're giving me the creeps.
Jack: You really do spend your time thinking about the craziest stuff, huh?
Genius: [turns away, puts hands on his hips] Well of course. I'm a genius.
[turns back towards Jack and points at wall] Anyway, tell me. What
do you think of when you see these paintings?
Jack: [looks around] Huh? I don't know. Beats me.
Genius: [sighs] I don't know why I bothered to ask you. Fine. I'll try to
explain it. [turns to point behind himself] All right, do you see
the first one over there? What does it depict?
Jack: Er...maybe the sun? And the moon?
Genius: Yes, exactly. The sun represents day, and the moon represents night.
Together, they show the cycle of time in this world of ours. A
world that in olden times was called Tottaus. To be precise, this
represents the cosmic order of the world.
Jack: [smiling] ...
Genius: [turns around] As for the second one.
Jack: Okay, this one I don't get. Some kind of abstract thing?
Genius: You see the four colors in the painting? They symbolize the four
dragons—the dragons of earth, water, wind, and fire. Now note the
two eyes. They represent the ultimate dragons. Few people have even
heard of them.
Jack: Ultimate dragons?
Genius: Yes. The twin dragons, far more powerful than the other four. One
is the gold dragon, the other is the silver dragon. The dragons stand
guard over the tower and the forest. The tower stands for knowledge,
the forest for harmony.
Jack: Okay...
Genius: By the way, this picture shows the gold dragon and the silver
dragon together in the same scene. But in reality, when one of the
twin dragons is awake, the other is asleep. That's why the people
of ancient times... ...called the gold dragon, the dragon of the sun,
and the silver dragon, the dragon of the moon. It's possible that
the sun and moon in the other painting also represent these dragons.
Jack: Oh... Now I get it.
Genius: [turns to him] Really? You understand all this? [turns around]
Anyway. The last picture is the problematic one.
Jack: What is it?
Genius: This...is the death of humanity. The painting depicts the end of
the world.
Jack: The...end?
Genius: In the depths of the blackest night, the silver dragon descends to
slay all humans. Whenever night changes to day, or day changes to
night, everyone must be destroyed. This picture depicts the
extermination of humankind by the twin dragons.
Jack: The extermination of everyone!? You're joking, right? Why would they
want to kill everyone!? This isn't about living with the fairy
creatures! Only dying!
Genius: You mustn't tell anybody else about this. If word ever got out...
Jack: Right.
Genius: According to my interpretation of this third image, for some
reason... ...when the cosmic order becomes unbalanced, the silver
and gold dragons change places. In other words, the entire world
is reset.
Jack: "The dragons are the guardians of the cosmic order"...
Genius: [turns to Jack, surprised] Wh—!? How did you know that!? Where did
you hear such a thing?
Jack: At a meeting with the bigwigs at the castle. It was something this
guy Lucian said. He said the dragons are the guardians.
Genius: That's impossible! Where did he get his information?
Jack: He said he read it in some old books or something.
Genius: [shakes his head] Ridiculous! Impossible! I have read every single
document preserved in the castle library. I'm telling you, if those
documents were your only source... ...there is no way you could
learn that the dragons are the guardians.
Jack: Seriously?
Genius: [shaking] It took me years of the most painstaking research to
discover the fact. [freezes]
Jack: [turns to Genius] What?
Genius: Wait! Of course! The vessel... Yes...it makes sense. [turns and
walks away a few paces] It's a duty only a human can fulfill. So
why does he kill the dragons!?
Jack: Hey, what the heck are you talking about?
Genius: Could it be that this is the time of the imbalance? Yes, with the
spread of algandars too... Yes, yes, it all makes sense...
Jack: Genius?
Genius: [glances back at him] Jack. I'm afraid it may already be too late
for humankind.
Jack: ...
Genius: But I will try to do whatever is in my power.
Jack: Er, okay... I don't really get it, but good luck to you anyway.
Genius: [smiles at Jack] Thank you. [leaves]
Jack: Well, I guess Genius isn't just your regular fruitcake...
[PLAYER CONTROL]
Thanos: How was it? Did you find the source of the noises?
Jack: Huh? I-I don't think we'll have to worry about them anymore.
Thanos: You think? Did you really go down there and check everything
out?
Jack: Of course I did! It...It was giant mice.
Thanos: Yeah? And? Did you get rid of them?
Jack: Well...they kind of ran away.
Thanos: ...
Jack: ...
Thanos: You think I'm gonna buy that?
Jack: ...
Thanos: But...I guess you've got your reasons. Well, whatever...
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Assisting Marsha and Keane........NON01
The Strongest Elf.................NON02
The Best Liquor...................NON03
Ganz's Elven Wine.................NON04
Leonard's Package.................NON05
Chains of Fate....................NON06
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NON01 +ASSISTING MARSHA AND KEANE+
[Walk into the pharmacy to either side of the exit to find Marsha and
Keane arguing]
Keane: But I've been planning on opening up shop here for ages!
Marsha: You liar! I was planning this before you!
Keane: No, you weren't!
[Jack turns to look at played with an unamused look on his face]
Marsha: Yes, I was!
[both turn towards Jack]
Keane: Hey, you! Who do you think first came up with the idea?
Jack: [turns to look at them] What? Um, I don't really know what you're
talking about... I just heard a little of your conversation, so don't
ask me!
Keane: He has a point.
Marsha: Well, say you're a customer. Who do you think is fit to be a shop
owner?
[both turn more fully towards Jack, hands on hips and leaning slightly
forward]
Marsha: Well?
Keane: Well?
Jack: Um... I think you need to get more than one opinion for this.
Keane: then you get more opinions and report back to us.
Jack: [startled] What!? Why me?
Marsha: Why not? You're the one that brought it up.
Jack: Look, I don't think...
Keane: You're not going to say no, are you?
Jack: Whoa, talk about pressure... *sigh* Fine, fine... [hangs head, then
trudges out] I told them I'd do it, but who should I start with? I
know! I'll ask Lord Zane! Elves know themselves the best.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into the meeting room]
Zane: What exactly would you like me to do?
Jack: Couldn't you like talk to them and calm them down?
Zane: I thought you were the one who promised to solve their problem. If
you promised, you must keep your word. Or are you saying that humans
can't keep promises?
Jack: Arg! [stomps foot and snaps fingers] What have I gotten myself into!?
All right, fine. I'll do it. [turns and starts walking out]
Zane: Wait.
[Jack turns back to him]
Zane: For this kind of problem, I think it's best you ask a shop owner for
advice. Not an elf, but a dwarf shop owner. Why not ask Vladimir?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Vladimir]
Vladimir: So you want to know if Keane's or Marsha's shop is better...? I
don't really care whose is better.
Jack: That's not really the answer I need. Can you please pick one?
Vladimir: Hmm, I would have to say Keane. She has an original supply route.
If she opens shop, the variety of merchandise will be spectacular.
Jack: Okay.
Vladimir: That is just my personal opinion. You should ask a dark elf
about Marsha. Hmm, why not ask Clarence?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Clarence]
Clarence: Between Keane and Marsha? Definitely not Keane. Her original
supply route is amazing, but her prices are too high. She's a
little too attached to money. In that sense, Marsha thinks of
her customers first. Her prices are reasonable and fair.
Jack: Okay... [hands on hips]
Clarence: What's wrong?
Jack: So which is better?
Clarence: Hmm, I can't really say... I know. You should ask Lord Zane. He's
in charge of the fort, so he would be the guy to talk to. They
would have to get his permission anyway.
Jack: [turns away] Back to Lord Zane... I'm going in circles.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking back into the meeting room]
Zane: Have you come to a decision?
Jack: No... I have two separate opinions and don't know what to do.
Zane: Hmm, Keane has a wide selection. Marsha has reasonable prices. Why
do we have to choose only one?
Jack: What?
Zane: They should both open shop. There will be two stores, and the
customers can go to whichever they like.
Jack: Wow! That would solve everything!
Zane: There is plenty of room for both shops. It would be better for
their businesses if they had some competition. This is something I've
learned from humans.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon returning to Keane and Martha]
Keane: Both of us?
Marsha: Each open shop?
Jack: Yeah! There's no rule saying you can't. Right? You two can open your
own stores and each do business in your own way.
Keane: Well...
Marsha: That makes sense.
[they look at each other]
Keane: ...
Marsha: ...
Jack: ...
[girls turn to each other and shake]
Keane: Okay, what do you think? Marsha, let's fight it out!
Marsha: Sure, but I don't plan on losing to you!
Keane: Me neither!
Jack: *sigh* Another problem solved. Boy, I'm beat...
NON02 +THE STRONGEST ELF+
[Talk to Franz in the middle of the courtyard]
Franz: [gets into ready position] Hiyah!
Jack: [slowly gets into ready position] W-W-W-What!?
Franz: Hiyah! Yah! [does some crazy moves, then moves to run at Jack] Agh!
[Jack moves out of the way, causing Franz to flip and land on his face]
Jack: Um, what are you trying to do?
Franz: [gets to his feet] Just testing my strength! ...Owww.
Jack: Testing your strength, huh? I think you'd have a hard time killing
a fly...
Franz: What!? A-Are you making fun of me? Everyone at the fort tells me I
look really strong!
Jack: Um, I think they're being polite, so you won't feel bad.
Franz: Hmph! W-Well, I'll show you what my training has taught me!
Jack: But why do you want to fight?
Franz: Do you know Gil? He's a light elf.
Jack: Yeah...
Franz: The light elf hero! I want to be just like him. So what do you say?
Do you think I can take him on?
Jack: [looks skeptical, then worried] What!? No way! I'd give you two
seconds, if that! I'm not saying you're weak... You just need more
training.
Franz: I've had lots of training! I'll show you when I fight him.
Jack: ...
Franz: Don't you want to watch our legendary battle?
Jack: [Yes / No] Yes: Well, maybe a little. Though not for a reasons you
think...
Franz: What did you say?
Jack: Um, nothing.
Franz: Well, come on then! Let's go! [walks off screen]
Jack: huh? Now!? [hangs head and follows]
[open on Jack and Gil talking while Franz stands a little way back]
Jack: ...So that's the story. Will you please fight him? If you don't,
he'll keep pestering me and pestering me... I know it'll be a quick
battle. Just a couple of seconds.
Gil: Sure, why not?
Jack: Thanks! [turns to Franz] Hey! He said he'll do it! [steps out of the
way]
Franz: M-May the best man win.
Gil: don't be so tense. Relax a little.
Jack: Okay, this is a battle to determine who is the stronger. [holds out
hand between them] Ready, go!
Franz: [runs towards Gil] Yaargh! [gets knocked down with one punch]
Ugh... Gah...
Gil: [lands] Was that what you wanted?
Jack: ...Y-Yeah.
Franz: [gets to hands and knees] My training...was useless? Gah...
Gil: [kneels in front of Franz] Don't be upset. The important thing is to
keep trying. If you lose today, train so you can win tomorrow. No one
is strong from the beginning. Daily practice in the key.
Franz: Ugh... does that mean we can fight again sometime?
Gil: Of course.
Franz: All right!
Jack: The enthusiasm of the young...
Gil: [gets up] Come on, let's go! Let's run towards the sunset!
Franz: [also gets up] Okay!
[both run off]
Jack: The sunset...? At least I'll get some peace now. [walks back inside]
NON03 +THE BEST LIQUOR+
[Head out of the fort.]
Grigory: [drinking] He-llo! How you doing, laddie-o? [lays back]
Jack: Um, are you drunk?
Grigory: I'm not drunk. I just feel really chipper!
Jack: You are drunk!
Grigory: Anyway, I need to ask you a tiny little favor.
Jack: You're drunk... Are you going to make any sense?
Grigory: I want to hand out the most fabulous beer to everyone in the
fort... BUT IT HASN'T COME YET! [waves arms around]
Jack: [startles] Argh! You scared me! You don't have to yell! Maybe it came
and you drank it all...
Grigory: I can't believe the most fabulous beer hasn't been delivered...
*sob*
Jack: Now he's crying... Gimme a break.
Grigory: It's so sad! Everything is ready... but it's meaningless if the
beer isn't here!
Jack: *sigh*
Grigory: [waves arms about] I want to drink the beer too!
Jack: I thought it was for everyone else... [hands on hips]
Grigory: So, young laddie-o, will you go visit Vladimir? Please ask him
for the beer. Okay?
Jack: [Okay / No way] Okay: All right... I just have to ask him to deliver
it, right?
Grigory: Oh! I knew I could count on you! Thank you!
Jack: [turns away and droops] Well, I guess I'll head on over to Vladimir's.
[walks away]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Vladimir]
Jack: Grigory wants you to deliver the beer he ordered.
Vladimir: Huh? I don't remember taking that order. I'm not a beer store!
Jack: But he was rambling on about the most fabulous beer in the world...
Vladimir: Hmm... Naom was saying the same thing when we were drinking
yesterday. Grigory was there as well. I think he was drunk and got
his facts wrong. Why don't you go to Naom and ask him?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Naom]
Naom: The most fabulous beer? ...That story again. Tell Grigory he needs
to get a steady job and work like everyone else.
Jack: Okay, I will. I don't know what good that will do, though.
Naom: Well, yes. His veins are filled with liquor...
Jack: So do you know what he's looking for?
Naom: No, I don't. When we were drinking last night I told him about this
tasty beer I drank years and years ago. You should have seen him
drooling into his beard.
Jack: So does anyone have any?
Naom: [nods] Dyvad the blacksmith has some. Unless he's already drank it
all. It's a very rare beer he received from his master. Why don't you
ask Dyvad yourself?
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon talking to Dyvad]
Dyvad: What? Beer? Where did you hear that from...?
Jack: Um, from Grigory, then Vladimir, then Naom... And now I'm here.
Dyvad: [puts hand to head] When it comes to beer, they all have a keen
nose...
Jack: Grigory says he wants to treat everyone at the fort to this great
beer. Although, I think he just wants to drink it himself...
Dyvad: [put hand down] Well, all right. I think the master would agree
that this is as good a time as any...
[receive beer]
Jack: [turns away] Finally! I'd better deliver this to Grigory.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering the passage again]
Jack: And that's how I found it. You'd better not drink it all by yourself!
Grigory: Bwahahaha! I know, I know! Thanks for your help! *hiccup* Here's
a little something.
[receive money]
Grigory: Come on, all! It's time to drink and be merry! *hiccup*
NON04 +GANZ'S ELVEN WINE+
[While you're in Forest Metropolis, speak to Ganz next to the stairs down
to the wine cellar to start this subquest. There are two solutions to
this quest, and MULTIPLE dead ends. If an answer is going to lead to
an immediate end of the quest, I'll put that next to it. Otherwise,
assume you'll eventually reach a good outcome.]
Jack: Captain! What are you doing here?
Ganz: Oh! M-Master Jack. [turns to face Jack]
Jack: You don't have to look so surprised. What's this sweet smell? What is
this place?
Ganz: This is actually a famous elven wine cellar.
Jack: A famous...wine cellar?
Ganz: [does his little squeeing dance] Aristocrats say the fruit wine made
by the elves is to die for. The sweet smell melts the hearts of everyone
who inhales it.
Jack: Captain, you're drooling.
Ganz: Oh... [stops his dance] *slurp*
Jack: If you want some, why don't you go and buy it?
Ganz: Well, because I am a captain...and we are here on a mission...
Jack: Is that it? Well, you're not gonna be drinking it now, right? So I
don't think you have anything to worry about.
Ganz: I really, really want to buy some. I hear, though, that the store
owner doesn't sell to just anyone. I'm not very good at confrontation
and negotiations...
Jack: Um, well, um, yeah, that's true.
Ganz: ... I know! Master Jack. Will you buy it for me?
Jack: [slouches] M-Me?
Ganz: I will make it worth your while.
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Sure' or 'No way'.]
[CHOICE: 'No way' – This choice ends the quest]:
Ganz: No...?
Jack: You should go buy it yourself.
Ganz: I cannot due to my position, that is why I am asking you. Maybe I'll
be able to come back some other time. Though I doubt it... [slumps and
walks off]
[CHOICE: 'Sure']:
Jack: Sure! Anything to help you out, Captain!
Ganz: Thank you very much, Master Jack! I am counting on you. I will pay you
when you return.
[Jack walks down stairs. Stops behind Chatt.]
Jack: Um...
Chatt: [turns around] Did you need something?
Jack: I want one of your bottles of wine.
Chatt: Well, they're not for sale.
Jack: Not for sale? None of them?
Chatt: You think you can buy anything you want? Are the trees outside and
flowers in the forest on sale too? Is that what you're saying?
Jack: You're weird.
Chatt: Weird? The door's right over there.
Jack: I can't return empty-handed. I promised the captain.
Chatt: Well, if it's a favor for someone, then maybe I'll sell you a bottle.
Jack: Really!?
Chatt: But, in return, you have to stay here and chat for a while.
Jack: ...Chat?
Chatt: Yup, I'm bored. Amuse me.
Jack: Okay.
Chatt: So is the person you're running this errand for a rich person?
Jack: Um... I'm pretty sure he's from a noble family.
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Rich' or 'Poor']
[CHOICE: 'Poor']:
Jack: Even though he's a captain, I don't think he's rich. I don't think
he gets paid too much.
Chatt: R-Really? I thought the knights were all rich. Which means, you're
not rich either. Oh, I feel sorry for you. Having to live each day on
an empty stomach...
Jack: Hey, what do you know about it!
Chatt: I'm sorry, I didn't mean to bring up your miserable life style.
Jack: Will you listen to me?
Chatt: But I don't pity you enough to sell you anything.
Jack: ...Shucks. By the way the conversation was going, I thought I was home
free... I mean, who WOULDN'T sell me some wine?
Chatt: You're very naïve. You won't last long in the world. It's a
dog-eat-dog world. Deceive or be deceived, you know? But something's
bothering me...
Jack: What?
Chatt: You can't buy my wine anyway if you don't have the money.
Jack: I-Is it that expensive?
Chatt: You came here without knowing the price? My my... Then let me test
you.
Jack: A test!?
Chatt: I want to sell my liquor to someone who has basic knowledge. It's
just a simple quiz. On the right is a glass of red wine. On the left
is a glass of white wine. Which is the elven wine that I made? If you
guess correctly, I'll sell it to you.
Jack: And...if I don't?
Chatt: Then you'll leave without a fuss.
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'The right glass', 'The left glass', or 'Neither']
[CHOICE: 'Neither']:
Jack: Um, the right... No, left.
Chatt: What's your answer?
Jack: ...
Chatt: What's wrong? Are you giving up?
Jack: It's neither! You didn't make either of those.
Chatt: ...
Jack: Am I right?
Chatt: ...How did you know?
Jack: It's what you told me before: deceive or be deceived. By telling me
that...I knew you were up to something.
Chatt: Well, you got me! All right. I'll sell you some. Here's a bottle of
Grade-A elven wine.
[Obtained Elven Wine]
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: Master Jack! You did it! T-This is known as the best wine in the whole
world! Thank you!
Jack: [slumps] When you're this happy, it makes me happy...too.
Ganz: Hm? You look a little tired.
Jack: Yeah, well, it wasn't easy.
Ganz: I was so excited I almost forgot my manners. [gives 800 Dagols] I
always pay my debts. [walks off] [QUEST COMPLETE]
[CHOICE: 'The left glass' – This choice ends the quest]:
Jack: The one on...the left!
Chatt: ...
Jack: Am I right?
Chatt: Nope! The right answer was "neither."
Jack: T-That's not fair!
Chatt: Hehehe... It's just like I told you: deceive or be deceived. Now
leave quietly as we promised. Thanks for keeping me company!
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: [slumps] I see... You couldn't purchase it. Well, it is a very rare
and expensive wine. They must not be producing much of it.
Jack: Um, I don't think it's a problem of supply. Anyway, Captain, don't
feel too down.
Ganz: [perks up] Yes, you're right... I'll have plenty of chances to drink
elven wine. Master Jack, better luck next time.
Jack: [slumps] What!? I have to go back!? No more, not again!
[Ganz leaves]
[CHOICE: 'The left glass' – This choice ends the quest]:
Jack: The one on...the right!
Chatt: Oh... Wow.
Jack: All right, I got it!
Chatt: Nope! The right answer was "neither."
Jack: T-That's not fair!
Chatt: Hehehe... It's just like I told you: deceive or be deceived. Now
leave quietly as we promised. Thanks for keeping me company!
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: [slumps] I see... You couldn't purchase it. Well, it is a very rare
and expensive wine. They must not be producing much of it.
Jack: Um, I don't think it's a problem of supply. Anyway, Captain, don't
feel too down.
Ganz: [perks up] Yes, you're right... I'll have plenty of chances to drink
elven wine. Master Jack, better luck next time.
Jack: [slumps] What!? I have to go back!? No more, not again!
[Ganz leaves]
[CHOICE: 'Rich']:
Jack: He's the captain of a brigade so I think he has money.
Chatt: Hmm... Then maybe I'll raise the price a little.
Jack: He changes the rates depending on the customer?
Chatt: Do you have a problem with that? Then maybe I won't sell...
Jack: I'm sorry! I don't have a problem! You've got sharp ears...
Chatt: Most rich people don't even know what good liquor tastes like,
anyway. They think they can purchase anything they want if they pay
enough. The person you're getting this for is probably like that too,
right?
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Maybe' or 'No way!']
[CHOICE: 'Maybe' – This choice ends the quest]:
Jack: Well, maybe. He's a really nice person, but I don't know how much he
knows about liquor.
Chatt: I knew it. Well, give him this message. "I can't sell my liquor to
those with no taste."
Jack: W-What!? You said you'd sell a bottle if I kept you company!
Chatt: Did I say that? I don't remember...
Jack: You did!
Chatt: You did keep me from being bored for a while. Thanks. Goodbye.
Jack: W-Wait! We're not done talking here!
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: [slumps] I see... You couldn't purchase it. Well, it is a very rare
and expensive wine. They must not be producing much of it.
Jack: Um, I don't think it's a problem of supply. Anyway, Captain, don't
feel too down.
Ganz: [perks up] Yes, you're right... I'll have plenty of chances to drink
elven wine. Master Jack, better luck next time.
Jack: [slumps] What!? I have to go back!? No more, not again!
[Ganz leaves]
[CHOICE: 'No way!']:
Jack: No way!
Chatt: Wow, you seem really confident about that. What's your opinion based
on?
Jack: The captain...he is...
Chatt: The captain is?
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'A master cook!' or 'A weirdo cook!']
[CHOICE: 'A weirdo cook!' – This choice ends the quest]:
Jack: The captain is a weirdo cook! He uses odd ingredients. He likes things
other people would never use.
Chatt: ...
Jack: Oops. Was that a bad move?
Chatt: Leave.
Jack: What?
Chatt: Leave... I'm getting sick just thinking about it. I can't have people
drinking my wine with such horrible dishes! [steps forward]
Jack: O-Oh... Well, I'm not done...
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: [slumps] I see... You couldn't purchase it. Well, it is a very rare
and expensive wine. They must not be producing much of it.
Jack: Um, I don't think it's a problem of supply. Anyway, Captain, don't
feel too down.
Ganz: [perks up] Yes, you're right... I'll have plenty of chances to drink
elven wine. Master Jack, better luck next time.
Jack: [slumps] What!? I have to go back!? No more, not again!
[Ganz leaves]
[CHOICE: 'A master cook!']:
Jack: He's a master cook! How could a master cook have bad taste?
Chatt: Hm... You have a point. You'll have to prove he's a master cook
before I can believe you.
Jack: W-Well...
Chatt: What is his specialty? I can tell what kind of person he is from his
specialty.
Jack: Hmm, his specialty is...
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Royal Roast Beef' or 'Plain Veggie Soup']
[CHOICE: 'Royal Roast Beef' – This choice ends the quest]:
Jack: Well, he grew up in the court so his specialty is...
Chatt: Is...?
Jack: Royal Roast Beef! It's amazing!
Chatt: Huh?
Jack: Ha, how do you like that?
Chatt: I've never heard of that dish before.
Jack: So? That just shows your ignorance.
Chatt: The thing is, roast beef is never served at the court. That's why
I've never heard of that dish. It doesn't exist!
Jack: O-Oops...
Chatt: I don't think I can sell anything to someone that would lie to me.
Jack: Arg... B-But what if I apologize for lying to you? I'll...
Chatt: No deal! Get out, scram!
Jack: Well, I did all I could. I should go apologize to the captain.
Chatt: Just kidding!
Jack: What?
Chatt: I was lying when I said roast beef is never served at the court! Ha!
Jack: W-What!? You tricked me?
Chatt: I didn't realize how naïve you were. No harm done.
Jack: Yes, there was!
Chatt: You gave up trying to buy from me, right? See? I helped you give up.
Jack: You...what?
Chatt: I helped you give up. Now go, shoo.
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: [slumps] I see... You couldn't purchase it. Well, it is a very rare
and expensive wine. They must not be producing much of it.
Jack: Um, I don't think it's a problem of supply. Anyway, Captain, don't
feel too down.
Ganz: [perks up] Yes, you're right... I'll have plenty of chances to drink
elven wine. Master Jack, better luck next time.
Jack: [slumps] What!? I have to go back!? No more, not again!
[Ganz leaves]
[CHOICE: 'Plain Veggie Soup']:
Jack: Hmm... What IS his specialty...?
Chatt: Well? Spit it out.
Jack: Think fast... Last night's dinner! This better work... Vegetable
soup!
Chatt: Vegetable...soup? Plain vegetable soup?
Jack: Well, it was worth a shot.
Chatt: Wow!
Jack: Huh?
Chatt: It's harder to bring out the flavor of the ingredients in simpler
dishes. Hmm, he must be pretty good. My wine goes well with simple
dishes.
Jack: Do you mean...?
Chatt: I'll sell you some. Here's a bottle of Grade-A elven wine.
[Obtained Elven Wine]
[Jack returns to Ganz]
Ganz: Master Jack! You did it! T-This is known as the best wine in the whole
world! Thank you!
Jack: [slumps] When you're this happy, it makes me happy...too.
Ganz: Hm? You look a little tired.
Jack: Yeah, well, it wasn't easy.
Ganz: I was so excited I almost forgot my manners. [gives 800 Dagols] I
always pay my debts. [walks off] [QUEST COMPLETE]
NON05 +LEONARD'S PACKAGE+
[Walk into the Radiata Castle Supply Store on the second floor after
watching the Plague event to start this quest.]
Theresa: Welcome! ...Hm? You are an acquaintance of Sir Leonard, correct?
Jack: Huh? Yeah, I am.
Theresa: I knew it! I have seen you around before.
Jack: Well, we're roommates.
Theresa: I know this is sudden, but may I ask you to do me a favor?
Jack: A favor?
Theresa: I want you to tell Sir Leonard that his package has arrived.
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Sure' or 'No way']
[CHOICE: 'No way']:
Theresa: I see... Well, that's that, then. I will wait until Sir Leonard
comes to pick it up himself.
[Jack leaves. Quest end.]
[CHOICE: 'Sure']:
Theresa: Thank you! Please let him know as soon as you can. I will reward
you for this later. I am counting on you.
[Jack leaves the shop and stops outside the door.]
Jack: I guess I should check our room. He doesn't seem to have a lot of
friends, so he's probably there.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon opening your room door:]
Jack: Hello! Pops! [opens door and peers in] Hm? He's not here... [closes
door and turns to the guard to the left of him] Hey, do you know where
Leonard went?
Heavy Guardsman: Sir Leonard was seen heading towards Sir Ganz's room.
Jack: [turns away] The captain's place? I bet he got himself in trouble.
Anyway, I should check it out.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering Ganz's room:]
Jack: Huh? It's just you here?
Ganz: Of course. Should I be with someone?
Jack: I thought pops...I mean, Leonard, was here. But I guess he isn't.
Ganz: He was, but he just left. Do you need him for something?
Jack: Well, kind of.
Ganz: If you're not in a hurry, how about having a cup of tea? Let's have
a good long talk about the future of the Rose Cochon brigade.
Jack: Actually, this is urgent. Sorry, captain, maybe next time!
Ganz: I see. That's too bad. Oh, I remember something Sir Leonard said.
"I'll turn those new recruits into soldiers!"
Jack: Ah. I bet he's gone to the training facility. Thanks! [leaves]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering the training room:]
Jack: [walks over to group of guards] I heard Leonard was here.
Light Guardsman: He got frustrated with us and went to find Lady Natalie.
Jack: What? [slumps] Now I have to go find her? Can't he sit still for two
seconds? Geez, he's like a little kid. [leaves]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon knocking on Natalie's door:]
Natalie: [opens door] Oh, it's you. What do you want?
Jack: I heard Leonard was here.
Natalie: He just left. He asked me to be his sparring partner. I'm too
busy now, though, so I sent him off. He left looking awfully
discouraged.
Jack: [turns away] Ha! Can't get the ladies, huh?
Natalie: What?
Jack: [turns back] U-Um, nothing, nothing. So do you know where he went?
Natalie: I have no idea.
Jack: Okay.
[Natalie returns to her room, the door closing.]
Jack: [walking down the hall] Where did he go? What's he doing wandering
around the castle? [stops and slumps] I'm starting to feel like a
doofus chasing after him like this. Maybe I'll just give up.
[PLAYER CHOICE: 'Keep looking' or 'Give up'.]
[CHOICE: 'Give up']:
Jack: [straightens] Agh! I give up! Why am I walking around in circles like
some idiot!? I'll go tell Theresa that I couldn't find him.
[Scene changes to inside the supply shop.]
Theresa: Did you give him the message?
Jack: Well, I looked for him everywhere and I couldn't find him.
Theresa: I see... Well, I am sure you did your best. It must not be
something urgent if he hasn't come to get it yet. Thank you very
much. Except...I cannot give you the reward I mentioned.
Jack: What!?
Theresa: The deal was that you would give him the message...
Jack: Yeah, I guess. [slumps]
[Quest end.]
[CHOICE: 'Keep looking']:
Jack: [straightens and looks determined] I'll find him if it's the last
thing I do! Hmm, where would Leonard go if he had a broken heart...? I
bet he's in our room crying over his rejection. [swipes hand] Maybe I
should head back.
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[Upon entering room:]
Jack: Hey! Broken-hearted pops!
Leonard: Are you talking to me?
Jack: Found at last!
Leonard: Hey, I ain't some kind of rare monster...
Jack: I've been looking for you everywhere! Why can't you stay in one
place!?
Leonard: Do you expect me to stay in our room twenty-four hours a day? What
did you mean about a broken heart?
[Jack points at Leonard.]
Leonard: Don't point at me!
Jack: Well, you asked Natalie to be your partner and she totally shot you
down.
Leonard: I wasn't shot down! She was just too busy to train with me!
S-She's busy a lot. What do you want with me, anyway?
Jack: Huh? [touches forehead] Um... What was it again...?
Leonard: Were you looking just to make fun of me?
Jack: [lowers arm] AHHH! I remember now!
Leonard: [jumps] Geez, calm down. You don't have to yell.
Jack: Theresa from the supply store says your package has arrived.
Leonard: [stands] AHHH! I completely forgot!
Jack: You don't have to yell.
Leonard: [sits again] Did you...see the package?
Jack: No, why do you ask? What is it?
Leonard: N-Nothing! Forget about it. Tell her I'll come by later to pick it
up.
Jack: Okay. [turns to leave]
Leonard: And no peeking at it under ANY circumstances!
Jack: Yes, sir! [grins] ...But now that you've brought it up, I just HAVE
to look. [even bigger grin]
[Scene changes to the supply shop.]
Jack: I told him.
Theresa: You did? Thank you very much! This is a token of my appreciation.
[gives you 500 Dagols]
Jack: So, what's in the package, anyway?
Theresa: This.
Jack: A...bracelet? And a card? To my darling Natalie...!
Theresa: He asked me to put the card in with the bracelet.
Jack: Wow, he's quite the romantic... I never would have guessed. But I
don't think this will make her like him any better.
Theresa: Is she that hard to please?
Jack: Not really... It just isn't her style. She doesn't like flashy stuff
like this.
Theresa: Poor Sir Leonard...
[Scene fades briefly to Natalie's room, where you see her sneeze, then
out. Quest complete.]
NON06 +CHAINS OF FATE+
[Go into Void anytime after completing the Ultimate Battle subquest.]
[upon walking into the Club Vampire, Jack finds both Elmo and Joaquel
waiting for him]
Jack: ...
Elmo: Hey, you. Do you know where you are?
Joaquel: Yeah!
Jack: Yes, I do.
Elmo: You're either brave or stupid, coming here alone.
Joaquel: He stupid. We teach you lesson!
Elmo: Yeah, we will. Joaquel, let's get him!
Nocturne: Wait! [comes down the stairs]
Elmo: Sir...Nocturne? But he...!
Nocturne: I said wait!
Jack: ... [holds up his fists] D-Do you want a piece of me? If you do,
I'll...
Nocturne: Hey, hey. We don't work if there's no money in it. Maybe I'll
ask you... I have a favor.
Jack: Now why the heck should I do you a favor...?
Elmo: Don't forget where you are, kid!
Jack: ...
Nocturne: It's very simple. [holds up letter] I need you to give this
letter to the deputy chief.
Jack: To the...deputy chief?
Nocturne: Don't look so shocked. It's just a letter to an old friend.
Jack: [Pick 'Okay' or 'No Way' - duh...] ...Okay, I'll do it.
Nocturne: Good choice. You'll make it big if you keep doing what your
betters tell you to do.
[Nocturne gives Jack the letter]
Nocturne: Hey, make sure it gets to Gerald.
Jack: I know, I'm not a kid! [walks out]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon walking into Gerald's squad office on the third floor]
Gerald: Hm? Why so pensive?
Jack: I have...a letter...for you.
Gerald: What's wrong with you? It's just a letter...
[Jack walks over and hands him the letter]
Gerald: [reads the letter and scowls] Nocturne... So it's come to this.
Jack: Deputy Chief? What does it say...?
Gerald: [gets up and walks towards the door] You have to promise not to
tell anyone about this. Not even the chief.
Jack: !?
[Gerald leaves and Jack runs after him, stopping in the lobby]
Thanos: Why in such a hurry?
Jack: [turns to him] Did you see the deputy chief?
Thanos: He left a while ago with a really scary look on his face.
Jack: Do you know which way he went?
Thanos: Hmm, I couldn't really say...
Jack: Okay. [turns back to the door]
Thanos: Hey Jack! I don't know what's going on but you should always
remember to mind your own business!
[Jack runs out the door and stops just out front]
Jack: Where did the deputy chief go? Wait... Nocturne! I bet HE knows! I
gotta get to Void, and fast! [dashes off]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Club Vampire again]
Jack: Where's old man Nocturne!?
Elmo: You again!?
Joaquel: Hey! Me beat you up!
Jack: I don't have time for your fools. I've got bigger fish to fry.
Elmo: What!?
Jack: I asked you where old man Nocturne it!
Elmo: Hehehe... Are you trying to help out your little friend? You're too
late. It's over by now. Sir Nocturne is the best. Faucon Gate is
probably all covered in blood now.
Joaquel: Yeah, blood everywhere!
Jack: ... [turns and runs out the door] Damn! What should I do...? Old man
Nocturne is strong. If I go alone... I know! I'll ask the chief for
advice! The deputy chief told me to keep quiet, but I'm worried about
him! I better hurry to the chief's place!
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon entering Elwen's office]
Elwen: What's the matter, Jack?
Jack: You have to dispatch all the warriors right now!
Elwen: My, my, that is quite an order. Is this about Gerald?
Jack: You know?
Elwen: [nods] For the most part.
Jack: [frowns] Then you have to help me save him! That letter must have
been some sort of challenge!
Elwen: What you are saying is most likely correct. Right now they are...
Jack: How can you stay so calm!?
Elwen: Because I believe in Gerald. And...I believe in Nocturne.
Jack: What do you mean!?
[scene changes to Elwen and Jack walking through Blue Town, towards Black
Town and the Faucon Gate]
Jack: Chief, what happened between them?
Elwen: [stops and faces him] It is like this... Nocturne was a sergeant of
Theater Vancoor until ten years ago.
Jack: No way!
Elwen: However, he absconded after a certain incident.
Jack: What? What kind of incident?
Elwen: Well... [looks away] We're almost at Faucon Gate. Let's hurry.
[they start running again]
[PLAYER CONTROL]
[upon reaching Faucon Gate, they find Gerald and Nocturne trading
punches]
Nocturne: You're not giving it your all! Your blows...are weak!
Gerald: ...You too. You seem a little...out of shape.
Elwen: I told you on the way here that they were together in the warrior
guild.
Jack: Y-Yes.
[shot of Gerald and Nocturne punching each other some more]
Elwen: Iron Slasher Gerald and Sprinting Shadow Nocturne. They were a
powerful duo. But when the position for deputy chief opened, a
rivalry arose between them. Nocturne was the victor of the battle to
decide the next deputy chief.
Jack: [turns to her] What!?
Elwen: Gerald held back. And Nocturne found out. It was reason enough for
him to leave.
Nocturne: Who do you think you're talking to? You'd better not run this
time! Like ten years ago!
Gerald: We'll settle this and put an end to this ten-year...no, wait...
...Whatever! We settle this now!
[They both punch each other so hard they knock the other out]
Jack: Why...did he hold back?
Elwen: Nocturne had picked up an injury the day before. Gerald blamed
himself for that injury.
Jack: So that's why he let him win...
Elwen: Yes, that did not sit well with Nocturne. He realized he didn't win
out of strength. He won out of pity. The moral code of these two
heroes led them to this unfortunate situation. However, it seems that
it all ends today. [turns to walk back into the city]
[Jack follows her]
[Back on the bridge, Gerald and Nocturne still lay where they fell]
Gerald: You're too strong... I can't win.
Nocturne: You idiot... Taking pity on me again!?
Gerald: No, I'm telling you the truth. Why would I take pity on you now?
Nocturne: ...
Gerald: Hey, why don't you come back? It's been long enough.
Nocturne: We've chosen different paths. We have to continue down them,
wherever they may lead. Since when did we start changing our minds
about our decisions?
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