Fire Emblem: The Elibe Duology Dub - Part I: The Blazing Blade

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“Gwah hah hah! "Commander of the pirate armada!" I like the sound of that! Are you lads that naive? Or are you just dumb? Which is it?”
“Hmph... You don't frighten easily, do you? Well, at least it seems you're not stupid. "Captain" will do, whelp. I'm Fargus, captain of the Davros.”

“I'm a man of the sea. I always keep my word. Are my old eyes lyin' to me? Is this beauty really with you? Gwaa ha ha ha!! My lucky day!”
“Listen to me, laddie. Men are strange beasts. We can't resist a challenge. Something appears on the horizon, and we immediately set sail. Some dreams we conquer, others we abandon. ...I've grown old. I haven't had a good challenge in many a year. Then you mooncalves appear seeking passage to the Dread Isle. I was impressed with your courage. I think you may be the ones to survive the Dread Isle.”

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“Sonia, I’m against this. Giving such a dangerous job to this child?”
“So…you’ve betrayed me.”

“Sonia! You inhuman monster!!!”
(dying) “Aaargh… Lloyd… Linus… Forgive your… foolish…father……”

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“Hold your tongue.”
“Be still. Is someone there?”

“I beg your pardon, Your Majesty, that...”
“Yes, my lord.”

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(For males, try a bandit voice, a villager voice, a lord or soldier voice, etc. Different volumes would be helpful to judge your audition as well -- try calling out and shouting, fighting grunts, death cries, cheering, etc.)

(For females, try a villager voice, a servant, a young boy or elder voice, etc. Different volumes would be helpful to judge your audition as well -- try calling out and shouting, crying, cheering, etc.)

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“Are you awake? I found you unconscious on the plains. I am Lyn, of the Lorca tribe. You’re safe now. Who are you? Can you remember your name?”
“My mother and my father… died six months ago. My people—the Lorca—they don’t… I’m the last of my tribe. Bandits attacked, and… they killed so many people. The tribe was shattered. My father was our chieftain, and I tried to protect our people. But I’m so young, and our people were old-fashioned. They wouldn’t follow a woman. No one would follow me. Sniff… I’m sorry. I’ve been alone for so long… No. No more. I will shed no more tears.”
“Be brave, Grandfather! You will recover! Believe me! On the plains, we say that illness fails in the face of a strong heart! I am with you now! You mustn’t give up!”

“Laus must be stopped. Otherwise, they might target my grandfather again. I also wish to help Eliwood’s father. Losing a parent… It’s an unbearable pain. It’s something I’d rather you didn’t have to feel yet.”
“Banquets… I see. Those are no place for someone from the plains, like me. Oh well… Chancellor Reissmann tells me I need to learn manners. I have to attend all these affairs in place of my ill grandfather, you see. The chancellor  doesn’t think I act enough like a lady of Caelin. That’s why I was hoping to find a lady that could teach me.”
“The nomads of the plains do not abandon their fellow tribespeople. Eliwood and Hector are my dear friends...Their sorrow is my sorrow. Their anger is my anger. Nergal! In my friends' names, I will cut you down!”

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“Yes. I met Mark during the trouble in Caelin last year. A fantastic military advisor, if memory serves. If not for Mark, the marquess of Caelin and his granddaughter, Lyn, might not have survived Lundgren’s uprising. What brings you to Pherae, my friend? Ha! Still traveling about, honing your skills? Of course… A worthy pursuit. Let’s give thanks to providence for our chance reunion. We have need of your aid. Please lend us your skill.”
“Mark. The captured Caelin soldiers are most likely exhausted. I'd like to protect them and keep them from having to fight. I realize that makes it difficult for you to plan a strategy, but... I will do my best to take up their share of the fighting.”
(as his father lay dying in his arms) “Father? No… Please, not now… Not after all we’ve done to find you again… Father… Please… Open your eyes…… Faaaatherrrrrrr!!!!”

“I don’t care what your secret is– I will still feel the same. If something troubles you, let me sweep it away. Please, don’t cry anymore. I would do anything to see you smile again. You are the first woman I have ever felt this way about, Ninian.”
“I know that I've caused much pain for my friends. But that is why... I will not lose here today!!”
“Yes… I think I am. I’ll succeed my father as Marquess Pherae. I don’t know if I’m equal to the task, but I’m going to do my best for all the people who live here.”

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“Eliwood’s father is missing, for goodness’ sake! We know that Marquess Laus is connected in some way. I say we use Ostia’s might to end this mystery and find the truth!”
“Oh, I see. So this is who directed the battle plan back there, hm? You know, Mark, you’re very young. We’ve many strategists in Ostia, but none so young. Eliwood, are you sure about this one?”
“There was this man–a giant with a great beard–carrying a girl on his shoulders. The girl called to him “Father”, and she was smiling, happy. Then the father said to her, “Yes, my beloved daughter?” That’s all, really. But it felt as though… It felt like a long-past memory. The man looked a bit like my own father, I suppose. But who is the little girl? Aye, she was a cute one.”

“You’re not having the greatest run of luck either. I’ll wager you never thought things would turn into such a terrible mess, did you? …If it gets to be too much, you can leave at any time. You’re a reliable and dependable tactician, but… You’re not our servant, you know? If you think our task impossible, you should get out. You’re as smart as they come. I know you don’t need me to tell you that.”
“What happened in the past, what reasons drive you… None of these matter!! I have no compassion or pity for you whatsoever! The crimes you’ve committed are unforgivable. I care not for your excuses. Prepare yourself, Nergal! With these hands, I shall end your crimes today!!”
“I sealed Armads away, like it used to be, but… I can still feel its power pulsing inside me. War is coming. Someday, a terrible war… When that day comes… I want you to be there when that day comes. I want you to guide my children and me.”

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“Once, dragons and men coexisted.They shared a peace forged in wisdom, a peace that lasted many generations.All that was lost when mankind disrupted this balance in a sudden onslaught.Man fought dragon in a savage war that shook the foundations of their world.This war was called The Scouring.Defeated and humbled, dragons vanished from the realm.In time, man rebuilt and spread his dominion across the land and on to the islands beyond.A millennium has passed since those dark days ended.”

“Once, dragon fought man in a war called the Scouring… Mankind vanquished the dragons thanks to the efforts of eight heroes. These eight mighty generals brought peace to Elibe. The continent was divided into nations, and the people enjoyed an easy prosperity. The hero Hartmut settled in the east and founded Bern, famed for its military might. St. Elimine moved west, and her sacred name flourished among the artisans of Etruria. The horseman Hanon’s legacy lived on with the nomads of his beloved plains of Sacae. The birthplace of the knight Barigan is now home to the renowned Knights of Ilia. The berserker Durban’s final glory was to create a warrior’s clan in the Western Isles. The archsage Athos is said to have retired to the barren wasteland of Nabata. The heirs of the champion Roland themselves became the lords of the Lycian League. Elibe has enjoyed a peace that spans 980 years…”

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“Milady Lyn… Thank you. I’m called Ninian. My brother, Nils, and I are traveling performers.”
“Lady Lyn… Lady Lyn, you did nothing wrong…… When Nils fell overboard, I didn’t know what to do. …I became lost within myself. If only I’d been stronger… ……All of this could have been avoided… I am…truly…sorry.”
“Please, do not worry on my account. I… I am not worthy– I am not even worthy to stand in your sight, Lord Eliwood. I have been deceiving you.”

“Why was Lord Elbert so… Lord Eliwood, why were you both… so kind to us? It’s… This is… This is all my fault… These nightmares… All these terrible things…”
“All of you treat my brother and me so…normally. Doesn’t it bother you? Our powers…our looks… We’re different from…people…”
“Here on Elibe… …we were nurtured for ages in the land of our birth. Even after humans invaded and drove us out….. Not a day passed that I did not think of it…..I yearned to see it once again… Our homeland… Those children… the fire dragons…They were like me….. We knew that it was forbidden. And yet we answered Nergal’s call and opened the gate… We didn’t intend to stay long… Just to see home one last time. But Nergal captured us and… it led to this.”

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“No… But I’m a bard, and bards are useful to have around!”
“At the Dragon’s Gate. He set us free after we’d been captured. We escaped in a small boat, but I was thrown out in a storm. When I woke up, I was back on Valor. For a time, I hid in the ruins by myself. Then…I sensed something really dangerous. When I raced to the Dragon’s Gate, I… I saw everything.”
(panicked, followed by immense anguish at the death of his sister) “…Ninian! ……Ninian. …Ninian!? Where is my… …Uuh… Aaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!”

“When we’d lost all hope at the Dragon’s Gate, your father always spoke to us of happy things. …Well, he mainly spoke of his cherished son and his dear wife, but Ninian and I… We loved him very much. He stories about his family… …They saved us.”
“You were so good to us. We didn’t want to cause you any trouble. After we left Lyn at Caelin, we were captured again… …We decided that the only way to escape was to cut short our own lives. That was when we met Lord Elbert. He was so strong, so kind… He knew what we were… and what we had done, and he never once condemned us. On the contrary, he tried to set us at ease with stories… Stories of his family, of his homeland. Ninian and I… We listened to his stories, and we grew to love his gentle wife and his son. Premonition… No, that is too strong a word, but we felt his son would be the one to save us. …That’s what we felt. That’s why… That’s why, Lord Eliwood!”
“Don’t cry, Ninian… Even if we’re apart, if we never see each other again, our bond will never, ever be cut… More importantly, Sister…Live as long… and be as happy as you can, for as long as you can.”

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“Wait, O beauteous one! Would you not favour me with your name? Or better yet, your company?”
“That she should bear this name thawed the marquess’ heart. Now, his only wish is to meet his daughter’s family at least once. This is why we’re here. We didn’t know that Lady Madelyn died a few days after sending her letter… We only learnt this shortly after arriving here in Bulgar.”

“Of course! Falling for beautiful women is what we cavaliers do! But I guess I will have to let you take the lead here, since that is truly the knightly thing to do for one’s partner…”
“However, I am rather fond of my friend the stubborn fool. And if I am to pledge my service to any liege, I would choose lovely Lady Lyndis over Foul Lundgren, regardless of the risk!”

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“But we also learned all was not lost. Her daughter yet lives. We heard that she was living alone on the plains… I… I knew it immediately. You are the lady Lyndis.”
“It’s not so strange. In fact, many legends tell similar tales… Special blades all over the land call out to their proper owners. And yet, when I saw you draw that blade, Lyndis… I felt something extraordinary. That sword was waiting for you. You were meant to draw it.”

“Don’t start with that again, Sain. This is no time for gaiety. There is still much fighting ahead of us. Either one of us could fall in the battle to come.”
“Lundgren, your treachery precedes you. I will not listen to any of your poisoned words!”

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“It’s just… I’ve always dreamt of being a pegasus knight. I imagined I would just…work it out. Somehow. After today, I’m not so sure. Maybe I should just…give up…”
“I’ve been taken into service by House Caelin! From here on, Lyn… I mean, Lady Lyndis… We’ll be together always!”

“Yes. But… I promised myself I would become braver for you. I’m not the weak little Florina I used to be. I’ll be fine. Trust me.”
“Um… Th-Thank you for saving me! Do… Do you remember me? I am Florina… servant of House Caelin… …I said it! I… I did say it, didn’t I! Huey, I said it! Now, if I can just… …I can say it to Lord Hector’s face now, right? C’mon, Florina! Chin up! Take a deep breath… You have to speak loudly, remember! … … J-Just once more… For practice… Breathe deep…”

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“Of course, I understand! But you should really only fear the enemy's archers, not your own.”
“Actually, I’m very grateful. Truth be told, all of my money was stolen, and I’m…at a bit of a crossroads. I would be honored to count myself one of Lyndis’s Legion!”

“The bandits keep everything in turmoil around here. No one has time to worry about travelers. And there are rather a lot of us.”
“Well, I was, but… I’ve grown quite fond of Lyndis’ Legion, you know… I couldn’t possibly leave everyone behind. I’ll send word to my family regarding my decision.”

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“A bunch of women, huh? It would break Natalie's sweet heart to see me sink so low.”
“I have to go somewhere to earn money. If you think I'll be of use, I'd like to fight for you. You helped my wife... I owe you.”

“Here we go again, eh, Mark? Just like old times... Seems our fates are bound. Natalie? Oh, she's still in Pherae. I'm working or you this time, so she's not too worried.”
“You talk too much. The lordling needs our help.”

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“NO! You’re MY escort, Erk! MINE! You're so clean and tidy. A noblewoman like myself can't be seen without a proper escort. Your personality's nothing special, but you're not bad to look at.”
“That's not true! Those ruffians thought that we were with you!!! You got us into a terrible situation! Now, how are you going to get us out?”

“Oh, Sain! Do you think we could join the lady Lyndis' company? She seems like such a nice person, and I would ever so much like to help her.”
“I feel something... I feel it!!! Someone's staring at me! It must be some poor fool who's smitten with me. Alas, my beauty has rendered him speechless. Ah... I'm so cute it's almost criminal!”

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“Frail? You? Serra, you have no need of any escort to protect you. Even the most hardened criminal would flee in terror after five minutes in your company. I'll return your money. Gladly. Now, will you please go on to Ostia alone?”
“Ah. Of course. The first opportunity to get involved in trouble, and she jumps right in. No amount of money is worth this. Hoo...”

“Serra, if you'd not been so meddlesome, this all could have been avoided. My apologies. Please trouble yourself with us no more.”
“For reasons of my own, I've joined up with Eliwood's company. We're here to rescue Caelin. Please, Lady Lyndis, would you kindly withdraw?”

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“You should leave at once. A blaze has started in the castle, and it's spreading. Don't be foolish and waste the life I just saved.”
“I am Rath of the Kutolah. Our tribes may be different, but I will not abandon a woman of the Sacae.”

“Of course. As long as we bend our knee to you, you care not where we're from. But when an equal comes from my lands? What conceit.”
“I overheard the marquess talking to himself. Lyn of the Lorca... Proud daughter of the Sacae... I would join you. I would add my strength to yours.”

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“Hm? I was watching the battle from up above. Your group looked like a lot more fun than the dead guy. Pretty simple, really.”
“And this someone... Well, everyone's too afraid to mention a name. However, they say that, as soon as the marquess took ill, a certain noble took control of the castle as though it were his own. I fed a hungry innkeeper some coin, and he fed me a name. The marquess of Caelin's own brother, Lord Lundgren.”

“After this mission, I was going to ask her to put this life behind her... Waited too long, didn't I? Ha... ...My lord, might I... rejoin you later? She has to be buried...”
“As well you should, my lord! Tell me, Leila... This is what you'd want, right? You wouldn't want me to give up. I'll mourn for you when our battle is won. I must fulfill my duty. So rest... I promise I will take care of everything.”

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“Yes... Well, no. I'm only an acolyte, an Elimine monk, to be specific. My name's Lucius.”
“I... I want to stop Lord Raven. However... In his current state, I...doubt he will lend me his ear. And so... I will... wait. I will wait for Lord Raven here. I'm sorry... I cannot fight. ...Please understand.”

“I know you better than you know yourself now, Lord Raymond. I have been with you ever since you were small! Always, you say things to jab and jibe at me… But in the end, there is always care in your heart! You haven’t changed as much as you think!”
“Good to see you again, Mark. Our reunion is surely the work of blessed Elimine. I'm most pleased to travel with you once more. Your commands, please.”

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“Grrrr!! Not again! This is the 75th time! I could have SWORN Caelin was in this direction! Grrr... Eh? Something's wrong... Is it a sneak attack!? You cowards, waiting there in the fog!! My name is Wallace! The boldest knight in all Caelin (wherever it is)! If you're not afraid to die, show yourselves!!! Bwah ha ha ha ha ha ha!!!”
“I've been a knight for 30 years, and there is one thing I learned. A person with eyes as bright and true as yours is no deceiver. Ha ha ha ha ha ha! Ah, yes! I like you, girl! Why, I believe I'll even join your little band of mercenaries!”

“Ha ha ha haaa! Look! A giant walks among you!! My defense is impenetrable! Come! Break your weapons against me!”
“My disobedience was actually in setting out to do the thing I knew was wrong. I knew this before I even set out to recover Lady Madelyn. Loyalty to one’s lord is like love itself. So long as you keep the love of your lord in your heart, your loyalty never truly wavers. Wouldn’t you agree?”

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“I've sent him ahead to the village. He hopes to seek out a few able men who are skilled at arms. Normally, I wouldn't venture forth without a larger company, but... I bow to your will on this matter, Lord Eliwood.”
“Lord Eliwood, if this is true, the situation is a grave one. If Marquess Laus is readying for war... His target is most likely another Lycian territory. Perhaps this is connected to Lord Elbert's disappearance.”

“Lord Eliwood, do not mistake your feelings. That feeling that strikes you when you think of Lord Elbert? It springs not from a distrustful heart. It comes from concern for your father, who needs your help. He is involved in something larger than all of us. This is all happening so fast; it’s easy to lose sight of that.”
“Do not worry, my young lord. I, Marcus, will defend you. I have sworn that Lord Eliwood will return safely to Pherae. And return you shall, to find a lovely, kind wife to lead with you. Then you will follow in Lord Elbert’s footsteps. Then, when your child is grown and ready to go off to battle, I, Marcus, will be there to accompany and protect him!”

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“Lord Eliwood, one more thing. There is another in the village who has offered to help. A traveling tactician who was staying at the inn.”
“No, not at all! It is no more than I deserve for my incompetence! My spear arm is still unsteady, and I must sadly wonder if I will ever be of use to this army.”

“Oh, but it is! This is a most unforgivable oversight! “If the stomach is empty, empty, too, lies the heart.” You know the proverb!”
“My father was the chef to the previous marquess of Pherae… In other words, Lord Eliwood, he cooked for your grandfather. Until he threw out his back, that is… Your father, too, acquired a taste for his cooking, you see. So whenever I had the pleasure of joining him on his tours of the domain, I always took it upon myself to prepare his every meal!”

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“My lord Eliwood? I'm the daughter of the village magistrate. My name's Rebecca. The bandits came without warning. They're stealing everything! I beg you! Please help us!”
“I know that, Father. That's why I want to go. We owe him our lives, and I want to repay him. My bow may not be all that much, but I know I can be of service!”

“Oh, but that’s absurd! Sir Lowen, you are a fine knight! Why, I remember it so well… Countless hundreds of bandits had descended on our village…”
“Oh, err, then… You can just call me Rebecca! Wait! You already do… Oh! I sound so stupid!”

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“What's he doing? Hey, he's taking on those bandits. Protecting innocents? That's a right lordly thing to do, isn't it? Right, Dorcas?”
“Right! Leave these mountain weaklings to me! I'm Bartre the Brave!”

“Call it what you will, but now we fight! There comes a time when every man must test his mettle! So far, I’ve lost 58 against you and won 57, and I won’t lose today!”
“I went to go sock that Eliwood in the jaw… But he just stood there so calmly… He listened to everything I said, then he gave me some fool excuse. I couldn’t even understand half of the words he used…”

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“Help Eliwood? Sounds like a convenient excuse for more violence.”
“Yes. Lord Uther was worried about Lord Hector traveling alone. I've been ordered to keep a close eye on him.”

“Ah, now I have you! I thought you might be disobeying Lord Uther. The brother of a marquess of Ostia, fighting in the ring… What would Uther say were he here now!”
“Well, to tell the truth… When I was assigned to watch over you, Lord Hector, I feared that I might not be worthy of the job. But I realized something over the course of this journey. While your words and manners may be coarse at times, you are straight and true in character– like a good arrow. I thank Lord Uther for giving me the opportunity to serve you. So, believe me that it hasn’t been a burden at all.”

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“I know, I know. I just got this job! I don't want to lose it! 'Course, the smart thing to do would have been not to get involved with this ugly bunch. Got to have gold if I want to eat, though. I was too picky before. If I think about the time I passed out in Caelin... Ooooh. Nothing funny about that! That man... What was his name... Matthew? If it hadn't been for him, I would've starved to death...”
“I only said that 'cause you said you'd feed me if I did! I hadn't eaten in ten days, and you were cooking meat! You... This... This isn't fair!”

“Y-You’re a coward, attacking me in my sleep like that! Your sword is without honor! You hear me!?”
“To become a great soldier of Sacae! I was never good with the bow, and, frankly, I’m terrible at hunting… But the chieftain told me I had a good sword arm. So I’m traveling and training to grow stronger! I must defend my tribe, and my mother as best I can.”

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“Oh noooooo! Someone! Help!!!”
“Aaaiiieeee!!! You! They call you Mark, am I right? I am Merlinus, a humble and lowly merchant. I know nothing of combat. Please! You must protect me!”

“Goodness! Ostia! Pherae! The greatest houses in all of Lycia!! Ahh... To be saved by noblemen such as yourselves... It is an honor beyond words!”
“Quite sure, my lord. To be honest, I've dreamt of working for a noble house. To have my fondest wish granted in such a way... I cannot stem these tears of joy! Lord Hector! Lord Eliwood!! Take me into your bosoms and keep me safe forever!”

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“That's right. My adopted father has treated me with much kindness. But I am of Caelin's House Cornwell by birth. I still remember Father and Mother. I've never forgotten them. Or you, Raymond.”
“Dear friends of mine in Etruria helped me. They provided a young mage to be my escort. Then we passed through Laus... The marquess learned of my lineage and refused to let me leave. I would be there still if not for Lord Eliwood and his companions.”

“It is something dangerous! Then, now more than ever, I cannot be made to leave! If you are to face danger, then let me face it by your side!”
“…No matter what we say, the dead will not return… But as long as I will live, I will remember that you… that Ostia… were honest and just…”

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“No, I will still have my revenge against House Ostia. The closer you are to your enemy, the easier it is to strike, right?”
“You don't... recognize me. That's not surprising. You were so young when we were separated.”

“You’re not listening, Priscilla. You were sent to Etruria for adoption– You are no longer of House Cornwell. And…I am no longer your brother.”
“Two summers have passed since the house of Cornwell was destroyed. You tell me to forget the crime that was committed. Have the teachings of the benevolent gods given you the strength to love thine enemy?”

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“My name is Canas. I'm a scholar of sorts... I've been seeking passage to Valor, but none will take me. My proposal probably sounds somewhat selfish, no? You should know, I can help in combat. I've some skill with a form of elder magic... Some call it dark magic, a rather biased term, if I must be blunt. But at the very least, I can take care of myself, and perhaps others.”

“Oh, no! They are alive! But…barely. They merely subsist… As you know, elder magic is based on the forces of darkness… It is even more powerful than nature magic, which is often called anima. But to use this magic, you must invite the dark forces within you. The temptation to submit to the darkness is…great. …Unfortunately, the darkness took my brothers… They live…and breathe…their eyes open and close… But…they do not move. And they do not speak.”

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“The captain's a tad off-kilter. He'd rather have a bit o' fun with you than take your gold. Smooth sailing to you.”
“Captain! There's a dory adrift to port! It looks like there's someone aboard. What're your orders?”

“A word of advice, friend. Never sneak up on a man unfolding a treasure map!! Or…are you offering to come with me? That’s why you’re here, right?”
“I don’t have any memories of my life more ‘n five years back… Fargus found me, bloody and limp on a pier, and I didn’t know who I was… I’m thinkin’ I must have leaked more ‘n just blood out of my ears, you know? Now I don’t remember nothin’!”

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“I found them... These men are Black Fang... Look, everyone. Your sacrifices were not in vain. I'll fulfill our duty, even if I must do it myself. I am a true knight of Ilia!”
“...You're right. I hate to admit it, but I can't do everything alone. Nor can I render my companion's sacrifices moot by going home. Florina, please introduce me to your commander. I'll see if I can offer my services for a short while.”

“Really? But the Caelin knights are all men, aren’t they? I just think of you, all timid and scared among them… So, Florina… You really don’t mind it? Didn’t they give you a hard time for being a woman? Now if they did, I want you to let me know. Because I will tell them a thing or two…”
“No, I should be the one to apologize… And it is only natural that you should call me naïve. I mean, of course mercenaries should care about when and how much they get paid to fight…”

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“...Now then, time to fill my purse with treasure and leave the Black Fang behind. No sense staying on a sinking ship. No sense at all.”
“Yes. Black Fang's headquarters are here in Bern. The location was never disclosed to me, though. The Black Fang is so much different than it once was. Any information we could gain would be beneficial.”

“You're quite plucky. I like you! However, I know almost nothing of the current Black Fang. If you still want my aid...”
“Yeah, you should start thinking about where you’ll end up after this… Most of these folks have homes to go back to, villages to welcome them. But we…don’t have anything.”

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“Lord Eliwood... please... Understand your mother's feelings. Lord Elbert is not coming home. All your mother can do now is pray for your continued safety. "Obey your father's dying wish." That is her message to you, and I have delivered it.”
“Yes, but he looks so distraught. He lost his father so recently. And with no time to grieve, he was cast into this harsh fray… His heart must be deeply troubled…”

“Thank you, General Marcus. You have never treated me any differently for being a woman… You have thought of me always as a knight of the first rank of Pherae… If you had been too lenient or protective of me, I would not be alive to fight here today.”
“After you and Lord Elbert left… It was as though Pherae had died. I should have gone…I should have gone with you and Lord Elbert. How many times I thought that as I cried! Dying would be better than living without you… So much better… I thought.”

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“I'm opposed to this plan. There are women and children in their group. What you would ask of us... It's something no knight... no man could do without shame.”
“I've no wish to harm women and children. I'm a soldier, but... I'm trying to be human, too.”

“If that is to be my end, I do not care. I am your soldier, commander. Where you go, so go I.”
“…But why? I am a knight! I must protect women and nobles whenever I can, even if they are not my liege lord! Are you saying that fulfilling my duty is not proper? That it is an affront to you!?”

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“Mark, is it? I must see you all safely back to my master. If you have need of it, I will lend you my strength.”
“I've heard it's north of Bern. But the location of the shrine itself is secret. I doubt if anyone outside the royal family knows how to reach it.”

“Yes. Deep within the dunes, behind the desert wind…there lies our home, the village of dragons.”
“She will succeed me as guardian. The keep of the desert must be comfortable with solitude. The guardian must find peace in it. I know that my time draws near.”

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“What's all this? A skirmish... But which side is in the right? I cannot tell... Not much I can do. I guess I'll slip in on this end.”
“Don't mention the old man!! As far as I'm concerned, I'm no part of that family anymore!”

“Well, it’s just that I’ve seen you fight. You’re pretty ruthless out there. It’s like you’ll attack anything that moves, and you only worry about your own neck. I was…impressed, that’s all.”
“Umm, to you, I guess. I’ve always had help around, you see… Why, even as a child, I always had Nan-Nan and Grampy to help dress me… Hey! Stop it! Dart! I was joking about the swag! Put that axe away!”

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“Nergal, a magic user who rivals you, Lord Athos... And the return of the dragons. An intriguing story.”
“There's no reason to, and if we did, who would believe us? Besides, it is not unusual for us to remain absent for long periods. I doubt anyone will be surprised by our absence. Right, my dear?”

“...In this world, there are many mysterious things that fall beyond our realm of understanding. Come, let us leave this place. A living legend awaits us.”
“I understand why you’re trembling. It’s been a thousand years, but I think I understand why humans and dragons fought. Compared to humans, dragons are so incredibly powerful. Their mere existence must have seemed like a threat… Too much of a threat for humans to bear.”

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“What is it? Your eyes are so red. It's a shame to see such beauty marred by tears. If it please you, I would hear your troubles. My husband is here with me. Perhaps he will be able to lend you his aid.”
“It must be dull staying home. I would like her to have something nice. She is all alone, without her father… It must be lonely. You should return to her soon. She is still just a child.”

“Despite what you may think, I shoot much better than I dance or sing. I believe I can be of some small assistance.”
“Before Lord Pent would see them, each had to exhibit a special skill. Everyone was eager to demonstrate the qualities of a good wife… And…I was one of those women trying so hard to impress him. They were all highborn ladies of Etruria. They sang, danced, played music, and composed poetry… And I could not have outdone them in any of those arts…”

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“Be grateful for your inexperience. If you were stronger… I would cut you down where you stand.”
“You are strong enough. If I teach you any more than this… Then I will have to cut you down where you stand. I would cleave you in two before you could take a single breath. Even now, I can barely restrain my blade. It longs to bathe in your blood, to test your steel. The thought alone makes my blood roil.”

“Someday you will be a renowned swordfighter. Losing you here would be a waste. I must see you… stronger. I will wait for that time with much anticipation.”
“You are of the same blood; you must understand. Only one can wield the sword. Our clan lived for this sword, as they died by it. Our father knew this and tried to protect the sword.”

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“No leads here either… Where in the world could he have gotten to? Ah…brother of mine…”
“My brother gravitates toward strong warriors… This journey of yours sounds like a dangerous one. Joining you might help me find him sooner.”

“Hmm… I like you… You’re…interesting. Very well. Then I shall bring all of my sword arts to bear…”
“We are less than human now. We are no different from our swords themselves. Our hearts are cold, and we count the days we live solely by the flesh we cleave. What meaning can there be in such an existence? Cut me down, Brother. I simply wanted to hear your voice before I died. Now I have. I am satisfied.”

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“Intruders? Let them go. We’ve nothing against you. We must gain the trust of the Black Fang and get close to that man. We must avenge the death of our liege, Lord Elbert…”
“Before Nergal’s magic, we were annihilated. When Lord Elbert was taken away, I was…powerless… I heard he shared some connection to the Black Fang. I searched the continent for signs of them… I intended to strike against them with my final breath. Forgive me, Lord Eliwood. I would rather die a knight than live in shame. I will trade my life for many of theirs.”

“Isadora… Please do not cry. I cannot stand to see your beautiful face weep so. I… I have given you much reason to worry. Please…Please forgive me.”
“No, I did not mean to suggest that anyone doubts your prowess. Indeed, your arm in battle has improved by leaps and bounds since Pherae. I believe you are an equal to even your father, Lord Elbert, now. Yet… still, we are concerned. I ask at least that you do not take any unnecessary risks.”

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“I have a job to do, too! I'm carrying messages for Mother, so I have to do my best! See you! Let's do something when your job is finished.”
“Let's see... I'm sure this is the place, but... I guess he's not here yet. ... ... Hmm! Fog's thick today. It's the perfect weather for taking on evildoers! Yet here I am again, running errands... I wish I were more worthy, so that I could help out in battle. Waah! Don't… Don't scare me like that, Jaffar. What's wrong? You're never late for anything.”

“Please, don't move. So much blood... You're bleeding again. What do I do? It won't stop. Please... don't die. You mustn't die.”
“When I first met you, it was after you had come with Moth– I mean, with Sonia and the Black Fang. So I thought at first that you were with the Black Fang. Then, my brothers told me that you had come with Nergal. I had never met Nergal, but… As Nergal’s servants, you and Sonia must have been friends, right?”

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“The punishment for traitors is death.”
“I was unconscious and alone outside of our safe halls. You should have obeyed the law... Killed me, and then fled. Yet you didn't. Why?”

“…I was selected by Nergal as a child. He raised me to become his Angel of Death. …I…did not think. …I did not feel. I did what I was told… …and that was all. I entered the Black Fang with the intent of infiltrating them, of using them… I had heard rumors about Sonia and her daughter being there… That child, raised by Sonia… I thought she must be something like myself… But…the first time I saw you, you were with the Reed brothers, laughing… in that dazzling light… as if you belonged there…”
“…I will just hold it, then…until you are ready. You’re my… You are my…best friend… I will always be near you… You may trust this with me…”

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“I beg to differ. Your journey is a long one, is it not? More than one battle, surely. That requires a special contract, special arrangements. Not to be morbid, but there are sympathy payments to my family in the unlikely event of my death, for example. Not to mention bonuses and hazard pay, medical treatment…”
“So I guess my 20,000 gold wage really is the highest here... Well, who should be surprised? I am quite simply the finest mercenary that money can buy...”

“We’re not here to make friends, Florina. Negotiating your salary is a ruthless battle. You have to be willing to walk away if they try to bargain you down even one gold piece!”
“You were like that before, too, remember? When I was still just a pegasus esquire… When my trainee squad was about to die in that practice maneuver… You left your own mission and swooped in to rescue us… And as a result, the Bern Nobles charged you an outrageous termination fee for breach of contract. You still haven’t finished paying off the loan you used to cover it yet, have you?”

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“Light green hair, crimson eyes... No mistake. You're one of Lord Nergal's lost toys. Yes! Found you at last!”
“...I'll not be called a dog by you, blackheart! True, we've a contract with the Black Fang, but... I am loyal to one master only! He who sits on the throne of Bern!”

“Pfeh. Stop your whining, soldier! I received this scar because I was weak. And I was lucky it was my face… Had it been my arm, I wouldn’t be able to fight now…”
“When did all of the venom go out of your fighting? I have taught you since you were in swaddling clothes! If you’re worried about surviving, you can worry about it after you’re dead!”

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“I'm sure that I cannot convince you to lay down your arms. That being the case, I give you this. It may help you live longer. Even if you face the misery of defeat in combat, you might yet find another road if you but live.”
“…So noisy. I thought I could escape battle here on the Dread Isle. No… I’m not interested in why you’re fighting. I am only looking for tranquility. If helping you will bring it to me, then I will lend you my power. Not that I will be that much help…”

“He has no care for his creations… He merely brought them into this world to serve him. His only interest is himself. Those…things…that he discards… They lose their way… and wander. And he cares not. Morphs…are the mere fact of existence…once meaning has been stripped away.”
“Sickness of the soul are the most difficult to heal… …But please do not blame yourself for this… Doing so could even aggravate your condition…”

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“No, it's a group sent by Uther of Ostia. Hawkeye will find them soon and bring them here. Hmph. Your companion is still searching in the dessert.”
“...It's you, Louise. You are a most amusing woman. Since Pent brought you here, I feel I've laughed enough for ten years! You have my gratitude.”

“Once it begins to turn, none can halt the wheel of fate. But as long as there is hope, people continue to try. ...They do not know the despair that awaits...”
“Mm. Your foe is, like me, no longer... altogether human. It will be difficult to slay him through traditional means. He wields a terrible power. His endless strength stems from an ancient, forbidden magic... To defeat him, you will need a suitable response.”

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“Ostia?! That would ruinous! Lord Uther may be young and new to the throne, but he's dangerous. That addlepated Helman! He was a coward to the end! To betray us now, when we're so close... We only need a little more time to complete our plans for rebellion!”
“No, I know I'm the lad's father, but Erik's quite clever, I tell you. Snuffing Pherae's whelp will be no trouble at all. It's settled! It's up to you now, Erik. Bring me the head of Pherae's darling son!”

“Pah...ha ha ha... Destroy mankind? Dragons may have been a threat to mankind in ages past, but with Lord Nergal's power, we've got nothing to fear! Lord Nergal can control dragons!!! Ha ha...ha ha ha...”
“Of course. Who do you think I am?! I am Darin, Marquess Laus! Ruler of this world!”

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“Sonia, we do not need to be chastised by you. Under our father, we are the ones who've carried out the law of the Fang. If Eliwood is an evil person, there is no reason for us to hesitate.”
“We, the brothers Reed, dispense the Fang's justice.”

“Moron. It's a precaution. Fangs cannot afford mistakes. Don't worry, I've underlings aplenty. I'll taunt the foe and draw them to the fortress in the north. I doubt I'll lose, but... They've survived this long, so they must be tough. I might run into trouble. Deliver your report, then get back here with reinforcements.”
“Linus... You fool, after all I told you... ...Wait for me. I'll be joining you soon enough. And I'll bring you their corpses as a gift.”

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“Sonia! How dare you speak to my brother in such a...”
“We're going hunting! We'll taunt them and pull them to the center of the town.”

“Question? What's to question? Neither my father nor my brother makes mistakes!”
“None of this makes sense! Sonia told Father that you're a band of criminals. Father agreed, and I obeyed, but...”

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“It will be as you say, Lady Sonia. Anything for you.”
“Hello, Jaffar. Finished already? Such magnificent skill. Is this why they call you the Angel of Death? Sonia told me that you were behaving oddly, but… It appears her fears were groundless.”

“Take your men and put out all of the lights. Block all the entrances. Your targets are Prince Zephiel and two traitors. Finish this before we draw attention to ourselves. Go!!!”
“Tell me...are you afraid to die?”

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“Jaffar. Ursula. Lloyd. Linus. That's everyone, is it not? If I have you, the Four Fangs, together, I need no one else. I have need of you to eliminate a man whose living plagues me. His name is Eliwood, a noble of Pherae.”
“There! Are you satisfied? Remove Eliwood. Your orders come from the head of the Black Fang, Brendan Reed. As members of this group, you will follow that order, yes? Or... does your opponent frighten you into immobility, Lloyd?”

“Silence, you abomination!! I know that. Though the Four Fangs are gone, I’m still here… I will finish Eliwood and his friends with my own two hands!”
“You’ve finally noticed… You’re a fool, Brendan Reed! Your own sons suspected me right from the beginning. Every minute I spent with you, every caress… It was loathsome!! It was all for Lord Nergal. All to control the Four Fangs. Now it’s over. Die for me now, will you? Die for your beloved wife!”

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“Eliwood is still alive. Lord Nergal’s orders have not yet been fulfilled.”
“What magnificent essence. I will deliver it to Lord Nergal at once.”

“Puppets have no essence to harvest. You no longer have any use to Lord Nergal…”
“I am not human. This body and this heart are constructs. Yes, as is this sorrow.”

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“Not harm. Frighten. A scratch or two will leave no scars. He will run home to Pherae and be done with his adventure. He is, after all, all that Pherae has left...”
“Would you fall in disgrace along with your son? Our master, Lord Nergal, is offering you the throne of all Lycia... Surely a few sacrifices are not too much to ask?”

“Don't be absurd. I follow my master's orders. My only wish is to deliver your dreams to you. The crown of a united Lycia... And once that is done, dominion over the entire continent. Is that not what you desire?”
(panicked, dying) “Hyaaaa! Stop... You mustn't come here!! Lord Nergal! Lord Nergal! Please.....!!! Guwaaaaaahhh!!!!!!””

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“Hold your tongue. There is still a task you must perform for me. Ephidel! Limstella! My beloved morphs, my beauteous works of art. I've new jobs for you, my pets. First Limstella. You will go to Bern and contact Sonia. I want you to arrange a meeting with the king. Ephidel, take this... man, Marquess Laus, and go. I want you to exterminate the mice who've landed on the island.”
“Hm? Heh...Hehahahaha!!! Remember the siblings you freed? The girl's here, too. As a matter of fact, she's with your son, Eliwood. Quite a delicious twist of fate, wouldn't you say?”

“Ha ha ha ha ha! Yes! Use all your strength! Squeeze every drop from your body! You will call dragons!”
“I am who I am. The pain of others, I do not feel. The sorrow of others does not touch me. Death feeds me. Death pleases me. I am the essence I consume. You fools will become corpses here, because I wish it to be. Rise and come forth, my servants!”

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“Lord Eliwood of Pherae and Lady Lyndis of Caelin, correct? I am Leila. Pleased to make your acquaintance. Lady Lyndis, Marquess Caelin is back there receiving treatment.”
“The Black Fang is a guild of assassins founded about ten years ago by Brendan Reed. They're based in Bern. Their arms reached quickly in several other countries. Originally, they targeted only nobles who abused their positions. The masses saw them as chivalrous, defenders of the common man. Their activities found wide support.”

“I've yet to lay eyes on Nergal. I've spoken to Ephidel on several occasions, however. He's... eerie. He always wears a cloak that covers his face. And yet... His eyes glow golden... You can't miss them. They seem... inhuman.”
“We're spies, Matthew. Everything we do is dangerous.”

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“Eliwood... Promise that you will return to me safely. I'm worried about your father, but... If anything were to happen to you... My heart could not bear that sorrow.”
“My beloved. I cannot believe you are gone. Every time I close my eyes, I see you at my side. Your memory haunts me, and I am filled with sorrow. ...Elbert... If by some chance you can hear my prayer... Please look after our son.”

“You look so tired. ...Have you lost weight? Oh, come closer and let me see your face.”
“I heard his last moments were glorious. Though he's gone, he will ever be my life's joy.”

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“How many times must I tell you, Lord Darin? You are being used by this man!! By helping him bring dragons back into this world, you are helping him destroy mankind! Do you understand?!?”
“Eliwood? My son is here? Stop! Do with me what you will, but let my son be!”

(weakly) “That girl... She's the key to the Dragon's Gate. Hurry! Go, before Nergal notices you!”
(dying) “Ah... Eleanora... She will be cross with me. Eliwood... Your mother... I'm sorry... Tell her... I'm... sorry...”

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“So, brother, you're alive after all. You were so long gone that I feared you dead. Another day, and I might have arranged you a funeral rite.”
“I would sooner not place this burden on your shoulders alone. And yet, I can see no other choice before me. Listen, my brother... Eliwood, Lyndis, are you determined to act on your resolve?”

“That bodes ill. Bern is a powerful and militant country. If Nergal ensnares it... We're done for.”
“Go and meet the living legend.”

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“You knew I was coming, and yet you sent him away. Hmph... As crafty as ever, woman. Very well, you will have to do. It's ten days until the boy's coming-of-age ceremony. I would speak of it.”
“I have heard that Zephiel is... a gifted student, a stunning fighter, excelling in all he tries. And I've also heard that he is much loved by the people.”

“Mine or not, without the ceremony... He will not be named heir. Mark my words, and prepare yourself, woman.”
“Ah, there you are. Were you a good girl while I was gone? Come, give your father a kiss. You're as adorable as ever.”

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(snidely) “We are here in this manse, while you live in the palace with... that woman. You must be so disappointed that she bore you not a prince but a princess.”
“My child, who through me carries the noble blood of Etruria in his veins, will in ten days be named as the right-born heir to the throne. Ha ha ha! No matter how you may dote on her, your illegitimate daughter, Guinivere, is destined to be nothing more than a baseborn shadow... It is my son who shall reign in Bern! My son, Zephiel! Ha ha ha ha ha! How it gives me such pleasure to say those words!”

(doubtful) “It can't be! ...Ha ha ha. You are so wicked, Your Majesty. Pray tell, who would believe such a tale? The Fire Emblem is Bern's greatest national treasure. No gem in existence is its equal. Stealing such a heavily guarded object is impossible, is it not?”
(anguished) “No!! Thi-This was your doing, wasn't it? How can you despise Zephiel so? He is of your blood. He is your beloved son, is he not?”

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“Every day? Well, that's an awful lot, but I'll come by as often as possible. All for you, dear sister.”
“We were hunting the forest earlier. ...We found this and thought Guinivere might like it.”

“I offer this prayer unto thee: My coming-of-age ceremony is tomorrow. As the prince of Bern, I’ve tried… I’ve tried my best not to be an embarrassment to my father. I know I’ve not met with his expectations. But I will try harder. I will please him. I vow to do better. For him.”
“……Hear me: Tomorrow, I will be a man… So this is my last wish as a foolish child. It’s the same one I’ve asked of you every night for all these years, but… Please, bring Father and Mother together again. Please, let the day come when Guinivere and I and her mother… When all of us can live together happily in the castle.”

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“Uh-huh! I've been fine. But if you would come and see me every day, I'd be even better! Much, much better!”
“Here I am, Father! Welcome home.”

“Eeek! A baby fox!? How cute! It's so very cute!! Is it for me? Really?”
“No! I want to play with him, not you! I'll go and call him back. Here, hold my fox!”