The Gathering/Story

Each on Their Own Separate Way
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 * I'm not strong enough. Not by myself. Humans need other humans. That is what General Wilhelm says.

Amelia
 * Leave it to me, Prince Shera.

Amelia
 * I will gather all the strength that you need... for the sake of Zoldaad.

The Man on the Chocobo
Master
 * Amelia. That's him right there. I'm pretty sure his name's Fohlen.

Amelia
 * That is the one from the tales? He does not appear to be from this land.

Punk
 * That's because our good knights protect the peace, don't they? Not much need for mercenaries around here.

Punk
 * He'll move on in no time. You mark my words.

Fohlen
 * Typical Grandshelt... Not many requests for my help in a place like this.

Fohlen
 * Not that I hate the knights here for putting me out of work. It's hardly a bad nation that keeps its people safe.

Child
 * Hey, mister... Are you really a mercenary from another country?

Fohlen
 * That I am. What can I do for you, junior?

Child
 * Well, there is something I need. But no one around here will take me seriously, since I'm just a kid...

Fohlen
 * Lucky for you that I'm not from around here, then. What is it you need?

Child
 * I... I don't have much money, though, Not enough for some famous globetrotting mercenary...

Fohlen
 * Well, I can't just stand by and watch someone suffering. Don't worry. Tell me what your problem is.

Child
 * I... I need water from the Lanzelt Ruins that lie beyond the mountains.

Child
 * I heard that it could make my big sister all better. She's real sick.

Child
 * But... it's too far away for me to reach on my own, and there are monsters, too...

Fohlen
 * Say no more! I accept the mission.

Fohlen
 * You don't need to worry about a thing now. Just wait right here till I get back.

Fohlen
 * Everything is going to be okay. You're not alone anymore.

Child
 * Wow! It's a real chocobo!

Fohlen
 * That's right. Chocobos are the best, kid. You can go anywhere with a chocobo. Now we're off!

Amelia
 * It looks like his character should not be a problem... It only remains to determine his ability.

Arrival at the Ruins
Fohlen
 * So these are the ruins? All right... let's do this.

Chocobo
 * Kweh! Kweh kweh!

Fohlen
 * I know, partner. I'll be careful.

Fohlen
 * Let's see... The water we were asked to get should be in the heart of the ruins here...

Friendly Memories
Fohlen
 * Mmm-hmmm. This has got to be it.

Fohlen
 * Boy, this kind of place reminds me of when you were just a chick, partner...

Fohlen
 * Remember? How I got lost playing in that cave and you helped me find the exit?

Fohlen
 * And we've been together ever since. I don't know who is taking care of who sometimes.

Fohlen
 * But I know... you'll always be looking out for me.

Chocobo
 * Kweh!

Mid battle

Punk
 * Aaaaaah!

Fohlen
 * This isn't good! I'll save you!

Crisis
Fohlen
 * Looks like we made it through that one. You're not hurt?

Punk
 * You sure saving me was a good idea? I peddle the waters of these ruins for a living.

Punk
 * And I heard you take that request. So basically... we're business rivals, you and me.

Fohlen
 * No one can stand by and watch another person in danger without trying to help.

Fohlen
 * I'm sure that the water you sell has saved many lives.

Fohlen
 * And regardless... I have no reason not to help you.

Start of a New Adventure
Child
 * Thank you so much, mister! Thank you!

Child
 * This... isn't much, but it's all the gil I have...

Fohlen
 * Ah, right... If you want to give your money to someone, give it to this merchant right here.

Fohlen
 * If you pay him, he'll keep selling you the water from those ruins until your sister is all better.

Child
 * Really?

Punk
 * You sure about this? Even a mercenary's got to eat. You shouldn't just give away your earnings.

Fohlen
 * If you feel any debt to me at all, you'll keep helping this kid, like I said.

Fohlen
 * That would be the greatest reward I could ask for.

Master
 * Hey, you. Chocobo-rider. I've got a message for you.

Master
 * Someone's heard how good you are. I've got a choice assignment for you from a certain personage in Zoldaad.

Fohlen
 * Zoldaad... You don't say.

Punk
 * I heard it's dangerous there. And a hard place to make a living as a merchant, these days.

Fohlen
 * Meaning there must be a lot of people there who need help. Sounds like just the place for me.

Amelia
 * Now then... where should I be off to next...

A Novice Mercenary
Camille
 * Huh... Armor from Dilmagia really is the best, but...

Camille
 * It's way out of my league. With the kind of piddling little jobs I manage to get.

Camille
 * But if I don't have that kind of good armor, I can't ever get any of the really lucrative jobs.

Amelia
 * Are you perhaps a mercenary?

Camille
 * Yeah. For the time being, anyway. But you look like a good girl. What would you want a mercenary for?

Amelia
 * I just thought you might like to know... apparently there are a great many requests posted in the tavern.

Amelia
 * It seems there are orders for weapons flooding in from Zoldaad, or some such thing.

Camille
 * Ho! That sounds like just the ticket! I bet I could make some real money on a job like that!

Camille
 * Thanks for telling me! ...Huh? Where'd she go?

Camille's Struggle
Camille
 * Take a loot at that! There's enough work here to keep me living high on the hog for ages!

Camille
 * Is there some kind of war going on or something? I don't really like the sound of that, but a girl's gotta eat...

Camille
 * Yeah. I should be able to afford something better than the bargain bin with this kind of pay. So which one should I do next?

Tavern Master
 * You seem to be a hard worker, there.

Tavern Master
 * Most of the mercenaries who come through here, they do a spot of work and then waste all their reward like it's burning a hold in their pocket.

Camille
 * I'm not after money. I just want the strength to live on my own.

Camille
 * So how about it? Do you have another job for me?

Amelia
 * She has the will to keep working without giving up. But will she have the strength she needs?

Thief Eradication
Tavern Master
 * Now, now, hold your horses. No matter how much better you might be getting at this work...

Tavern Master
 * An entire group of bandits? On your own? That's got to be pushing it too far!

Camille
 * But if they aren't stopped... then won't it be the people of this land who suffer?

Camille
 * I've just got to do what I can. Even if I fail, I should be able to stop at least some of them. At least I'll have been some help.

Amelia
 * Is she simply rash? Or is it something more than that? I will need to see more to be sure.

Never Give Up!
Camille
 * Phew... In numbers like this, these enemies are a bit much to take on solo, even for me...

Camille
 * But I'm nearly through. If I just defeat their boss, even these bandits should lay low for a while.

Camille
 * I won't give up. I'm going to do this.

Amelia
 * I thought she might need rescuing, but... perhaps she can handle this after all. How promising.

To New Lands
Tavern Master
 * You actually defeated those bandits! You've got to be the brightest rising star we've had around here in ages, girl!

Camille
 * Oh please, leave off with the flattery. I just did what I could.

Amelia
 * That stubborn persistence... should be quite the useful commodity.

Camille
 * Oh! You're the one who told me about this place before!

Amelia
 * That's right. I have another bit of information for you this time.

Amelia
 * I've heard that Zoldaad is gathering together an army of mercenary soldiers.

Amelia
 * I think you're strong enough now that they would even accept you into their ranks.

Camille
 * You really think so?

Tavern Master
 * Sure, but Zoldaad... It's a wreck there, thanks to that tyrant emperor of theirs. It'll be far more dangerous than around here.

Camille
 * The more danger, the better the pay. And besides, it'll give me the chance to get even stronger.

Camille
 * Thanks again! It sounds like it'd be worth a... look... Huh?

Tavern Master
 * She's always like that. Don't you mind her. She might like to dress like a maid now, but she was once as merciless as any warrior I've ever seen.

Tavern Master
 * If she's recognized you as worthy, then you're among some pretty select company, girl. You'd better live up to her expectations.

The Doctor
Amelia
 * The Olderion Federation... I've heard their soldiers are well trained.

Amelia
 * All of the best soldiers volunteer. It might be difficult to find much more military strength here.

Pirate
 * I-I've been done in... by a sea beast... S-someone... please... help me...

Ilias
 * Easy now. Lie down here. And drink this, please.

Pirate
 * Hrmmm!? I... I feel so much better!

Ilias
 * You're not better yet. Please tell me what kind of monster it was. I can prepare the most suitable medicine, once I know that.

Pirate
 * Th-thank you, young'un. Around these parts, being a pirate normally means the only reception I get is a cold shoulder...

Ilias
 * I suppose it's lucky for you then that I'm not from around here. I'm a visitor to these parts. A chemist and a salve-maker by training.

Ilias
 * But no matter where you are, anyone should understand how precious a human life is. Now wait just a moment.

Amelia
 * It seems... I might need a bit of logistical support.

Retrieve New Materials
Ilias
 * Thank you for the information.

Tavern Employee
 * But are you sure you're going to be all right on your own, young man?

Tavern Employee
 * Even if Olderion might have once had the blessing of the waters, it's still a monster nest these days.

Ilias
 * Regardless... if there are new medicinal components to be found, then I can't ignore that possibility.

Ilias
 * If there is someone I can save in front of me, then I have to do whatever I can do to save them.

Amelia
 * I couldn't quite catch that. Where was he talking about going?

Tavern Employee
 * The Aquatic Cove. It'll be a tough journey for a lad as weak as that one seemed to be.

Amelia
 * Could you tell me how to get there?

Tavern Employee
 * Amelia... You thinking of getting back into the business?

Amelia
 * I never stopped.

Into the Cave
Ilias
 * Aiiigh! Wh-wh-where are my smoke bombs!?

Ilias
 * Is that gunfire!? Where's it coming from!?

Ilias
 * Oh! that could be it! That must be the plant I've been looking for!

The Journey Continues
Tavern Employee
 * So that plant was nothing new for you after all? I'm sorry. I feel like I led you astray, young fellow.

Ilias
 * It's fine. At least I got to see for myself how widely it grows.

Ilias
 * Though... helping out so many people for free has not been easy on my savings...

Amelia
 * If you're feeling the pinch, why not head to Zoldaad?

Ilias
 * Who are you?

Amelia
 * Just someone who has already been working there. The war in Zoldaad shows no sign of ending soon. They could use a gifted healer.

Amelia
 * That country is probably the one place in this world where you are needed most.

Ilias
 * I see... Well, if you think I can be of some help, then I will go!

Amelia
 * It's a dangerous road, though. You might want to hire a bodyguard.

Many Obstacles Ahead
Ilias
 * Ugh. The road to Zoldaad sure is a long one.

Ilias
 * But... still, I can't just ignore the fact that war is raging.

Ilias
 * I've got to do my best if I ever want to be a great chemist like the legendary Mel.

Ilias
 * That's why... I'll do just like that woman told me. I will go to Zoldaad and find that mercenary.

When Fates Cross
Ilias
 * Um... I'm in the market for a bit of protection. Are you...?

Camille
 * You're... an alchemist? You look like you've been through the wringer! What happened to you?

Ilias
 * My name is Ilias.

Ilias
 * I cam e to this country to help care for the people suffering from the effects of war, but... I'm running low on supplies for my medicines.

Fohlen
 * So you want to go and gather more ingredients? If that's the case, I'd be happy to help you out.

Camille
 * Me too.

Amelia
 * It seems we are all assembled.

Camille
 * Hey, you're the one who gave me the tip about coming here for work!

Ilias
 * She advised me to come to this land, too.

Fohlen
 * It was also rumors from Zoldaad that brought me here. Is this really mere coincidence?

Amelia
 * I'm afraid that I cannot explain in full detail at this time.

Amelia
 * But I will also join you in this little expedition to gather medical supplies. Once that is done, we will talk more.

Fohlen
 * You know, I did hear another rumor... It was about a remarkable markswoman who had gotten out of the business, only to end up serving as some noble's hired help.

Fohlen
 * I think her name was... oh, yes. That was it. Amelia?

Amelia
 * I'm sure I haven't the faintest idea what you're talking about.

Fohlen
 * Right. Of course not. Well, good to have you with us on this little outing. Whoever you are, Miss Amelia.

A Journey Unwanted
Camille
 * I guess I never gave you my name. It's Camille.

Camille
 * And as for what I do... I fight. Very well. I normally make my living as a bodyguard.

Fohlen
 * I'm Fohlen. Just a wandering chocobo rider. Though I'm not terrible in a fight either.

Ilias
 * It's good to have you here. We never have enough medicine here to keep up with all the wounded.

Camille
 * And who are you? That gun sort of clashes with your outfit, doesn't it?

Amelia
 * My name... is Amelia. I work as a maid.

Fohlen
 * That doesn't exactly explain why you're so dangerous in battle...

Amelia
 * I think it would be better to stay focused on what is most important right now. Any questions you might have about me can surely wait.

The Dwellers in the Valley
Ilias
 * This should have us all set for supplies for some time. Thank you all for you help.

Amelia
 * Don't let your guard down too soon. This area is still not safe.

Camille
 * Was that... the roar of a monster!?

Fohlen
 * I heard screams, too. We should go and check it out!

All-Out War
Ilias
 * These wounds are serious! We've got to stop this bleeding!

Camille
 * The wounds are fresh, too. The monsters must still be nearby. I wonder if they're something we'll be able to defeat, just the four of us.

Amelia
 * It does look like we'll probably have the lesser numbers...

Fohlen
 * We'll be plenty.

Fohlen
 * Ilias will see to the wounded. And be our backup, just in case.

Fohlen
 * Camille and I will take point. I'll draw their attention, then Camille can take them out.

Fohlen
 * Just make sure you've got those fancy guns of yours aimed the right way, sweetheart.

Amelia
 * Of course. I'm not much accustomed to working with others, but... I'll give it a try.

Fohlen
 * All right, everybody! Let's do this!

The Gathering
Camille
 * What!? The crown prince has-!?

Fohlen
 * Shhh. Keep it down, would you? So you really are "Double-Drawing Amelia."

Amelia
 * I may have once been known by such a name...

Amelia
 * But I am now Prince Shera's loyal servant, and nothing more.

Ilias
 * And you searched us out because you needed more forces for your prince?

Amelia
 * I will not force you to do anything if you are not willing. But my prince does need allies.

Amelia
 * Allies with strong wills... and a desire to help the weak.

Fohlen
 * I'm on board. If you need someone who can get in and out of situations and get things done, then a chocobo knight is just what you'll want.

Camille
 * I'm interested as well. I've been a mercenary for a good long while now, and I'd like to fight for someone I belive in, for a change.

Ilias
 * I also came here to help the people of this country. If I can be of some service, I have no reason to refuse your offer.

Amelia
 * This is very good to hear... At last Prince Shera will have worthy allies at his side.

Fohlen
 * So what do we call you? Captain? Boss?

Amelia
 * No. This private force of Prince Shera's must operate in complete secrecy.

Fohlen
 * So in front of anyone else, you'll just be... Miss Amelia. Is that it?

Camille
 * It's a bit complicated, but I'm willing to give it my all!

Ilias
 * I will also do everything in my power to help.

Amelia
 * Thank you... Thank you all very much.

Mission Accepted
Ilias
 * So it's off to the Dark Continent next... And it seems Jake went off somewhere unbelievable as well.

Fohlen
 * That is true. Prince Shera and Miss Amelia are also worried for him.

Ilias
 * And little wonder. That land is covered with miasma. That alone could kill someone.

Ilias
 * I should prepare all the necessary medications. Sometimes it's best to expect the worst.

Fohlen
 * Well, as soon as you're done with your shopping, we'll get on the boat.

Arrive
Fohlen
 * Ugh... Is this the miasma you were talking about?

Ilias
 * Yes. It's even worse than I imagined it would be. I'm not sure that the medicines I have on hand will be enough.

Fohlen
 * Then there would be no point to us coming. Didn't we come to save Jake?

Ilias
 * There are lifeforms that live and thrive within this miasma.

Ilias
 * There should be plant life here on this continent which can neutralize the miasma.

Fohlen
 * Then let's start by looking for something like that.

Fohlen
 * If we get done in by the miasma ourselves, this thing'll be over before it even starts.

Life of a Mercenary
Ilias
 * I honestly never thought that a wandering healer like myself would ever be of service to the rulers of a nation.

Fohlen
 * I still can't really believe it either.

Fohlen
 * I have to say, though, I was impressed with Miss Amelia's determination...

Fohlen
 * ...and I think I'll enjoy working with you and Camille.

Fohlen
 * Though it still rankles me that we couldn't be any help with Zoldaad's troubles.

Ilias
 * We will make up for it here an now. What we do now is equally necessary.

Fohlen
 * You're right.

Ilias
 * I wonder if Camille is all right. She arrived in Gronoa first, after all. I hope it hasn't taken a toll on her health.

An Ominous Prescence
Ilias
 * No, this isnt' it... Nor this one... or this one...

Ilias
 * Oh? This has to be the plant!

Chocobo
 * Kweh!

Fohlen
 * What!? Careful, Ilias!

Fohlen
 * My partner here says that there's a nest of monsters around here!

Ilias
 * If we don't fight, we might end up done in by the miasma ourselves.

Fohlen
 * You're right... All right then. Let's do this!

Right Place, Right Time
Fohlen
 * It's gotten easier to breathe! It looks like it really worked to neutralize the miasma!

Ilias
 * Yes. It has worked just as the literature suggested it would. I was a bit worried, since I'd never used such a preparation before but... this has worked out nicely.

Fohlen
 * Now we should be able to go help Jake and the others.

Fohlen
 * I'm really glad we had you here with us, Ilias.

Ilias
 * It was all thanks to Miss Amelia that I joined the party.

Ilias
 * And really, Fohlen, you're the one who has been the true help here. Without your strength in battle, we never would have made it here.

Fohlen
 * That's what allies do, right? You help each other when you need it. Everyone has different skills.

Fohlen
 * So come on! Let's hurry onward. We've got to go save Zoldaad's saviors!